* * * Wizards.COMmunity Boards THREAD * * * -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- THREAD : Awakenings: Arriving in Bri Ili Started at 06-20-03 01:48 AM by Aidan Pryde Visit at http://boards1.wizards.com/showthread.php?t=46746 -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 1] Author : Aidan Pryde Date : 06-20-03 01:48 AM Title : Awakenings: Arriving in Bri Ili [FONT=courier new](Sort summary of previous thread goes here) Heeding the advice of his guards, Jonathan cuts the break as short as possible, letting everyone get a little bit to eat and drink, but not remaining in place overly long. Packing back up takes only a few moments, and, soon, the group is back on the road heading towards Bri Ili. The travel through the midday sun is tiring, and the heat is beginning to wear on everyone, but Tani manages to stay in fairly high spirits, with the knowledge that every minute traveled now is one minute closer to their ultimate destination. Her enthusiasm seems to keep Lania and Morgan happy as well, as they try to find as much shade as they can from the oppressive sun. About halfway through the afternoon, the group comes to a slightly sharper turn in the road than they have encountered before, and the road appears to narrow around the bend, allowing the canopy overhead to blanket the majority of the road in shade, giving the group a welcome break from the sun. |T|T| |T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T| |T| |T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |[color=orangered]t[/color]| | | | | | |T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| | |[color=orangered]p[/color]|[color=royalblue]W[/color]|[color=orangered]j[/color]|[color=indigo]h[/color]|[color=indigo]h[/color]|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T| | |[color=royalblue]W[/color]|[color=orangered]lb[/color][color=royalblue]W[/color]|[color=indigo]*[/color]|[color=indigo]*[/color]|[color=orangered]r[/color]|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T| | |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| |[color=orangered]m[/color]| |[color=orangered]g[/color]| | |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|T|T| |T|T| | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | | |T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| Rnd..Icon.Name......init..AC....HP....Hands...........Status .NA....g..Geral......NA...18...16/16..Nothing.........OK .NA....m..Mictian....NA...17...18/18..Nothing.........Riding Sargon .NA....p..Perry......NA...17...18/18..Nothing.........Sleeping on wagon .NA....r..Ranger.....NA...16...31/31..Longbow.........OK .NA....t..Tani.......NA...14...20/20..Xbow(L).........Riding Faithful .NA....j..Jonathan...NA...??...??/??..Nothing.........Driving wagon .NA....l..Lania......NA...??...??/??..Nothing.........On wagon .NA....b..Morgan.....NA...??...??/??..Nothing.........On wagon .NA....f..Faithful...NA...13...13/13..None............OK .NA....s..Sargon.....NA...16...13/13..None............OK .NA...hh..Horse 1....NA...14...22/44..None............Wounded .NA...**..Horse 2....NA...14...44/44..None............OK [color=red]OOC[/color] Here's a list of the recently asked for spot checks: Geral......?? Mictian....3 Perry......25 Ranger.....18 Tani.......18 So, I still need a spot check from Geral. [/FONT] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 2] Author : Aidan Pryde Date : 06-20-03 01:50 AM Title : Worl Information: The Links Main Page (awakenings.ephemeral-fantasia.net/index.php) Map (awakenings.ephemeral-fantasia.net/map.php) World History (awakenings.ephemeral-fantasia.net/history.php) Character Info (awakenings.ephemeral-fantasia.net/characters.html) (Please note that this is a new website from the previous links, old links will probably cease to work in the near future.) -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 3] Author : Aidan Pryde Date : 06-20-03 01:57 AM Title : The last few posts from the other board [font=courier new][color=red]OOC[/color] Here are the last few posts from the last thread, just in case anyone missed them: Posted by griffin27 (Member # 48362) on June 15, 2003, 09:41 AM: Ranger spends the afternoon swatting at bugs and wiping the sweat from his brow and neck. Despite appearances he actually looks almost happy. There's even a hint of a smile playing at the corners of the normally taciturn young man's mouth. Seeing the bend in the road he holds up his free hand and says to Geral, "a bend like this is as good a spot for an ambush as I've ever seen. Best be doubly careful." Posted by Akavasha D'Morney (Member # 105872) on June 15, 2003, 05:16 PM: Tani remains in good humor, sometimes even humming to herself an upbeat tune. After awhile she rides up next to the wagon. "Jonathan," she asks, "How long is the planned layover in Bri Ili and where are we headed next?" She gives both Lania and Morgan a grin of eager anticipation. Even Faithful seems to kick up his heels, as if sensing how close they are to the end of their journey. She ties a bit of leather across her forehead to help keep the sweat out of her eyes. She finds the look quite fetching and decides to adopt the look. Which means I'll have to go shopping for several different colors and lengths of leather strips. Oooohhh, I could even braid a few and add in some beads or such. Now that would look simply perfect! Her mind continues to run along similar lines and she allows Faithful to drop back behind the wagon again as her mind races along. She can't help but straighten a little when they come to a sharp bend in the road. She suddenly wishes she had a special friend, a familiar or special animal friend. She wishes she'd taken the time to seek one out before starting this journey. An owl would be perfect for gliding over these trees and letting me know what he sees. Of course, she's also heard of a tiny flying snake that would also make a wonderful familiar. It sounds dangerous and sexy all at the same time, which only serves to intrigue Tani all the more. She can tell by the way Ranger and Geral are talking that she isn't the only one concerned with the sharp bend in the road and the covering canopy of trees ahead. She checks her bow, removing the safety, just in case. OK, that's all for my posts, please post character sheets here, then feel free to start playing, this is probably my last post until sometime Sunday :).[/font] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 4] Author : ryfte Date : 06-20-03 09:44 AM Title : Geral Fenner [color=royalblue]Geral Fenner Player: Ryfte Male Zenythri Mnk lvl 2 Lawful Neutral Experience: 4100 Rolls: Geral[/color] Str 16 (+3) .. 6pts (+2 race) Dex 18 (+4) ..10pts (+2 race) Con 10 (+0) .. 2pts Int 10 (+0) .. 2pts Wis 18 (+4) ..10pts (+2 race) Cha 06 (-2) .. 0pts (-2 race) HD 2d8; 8+8 Hit Points 16 AC 18 (+4 dex, +4 wis) Init +4 (+4 dex) BAB +1 Speed 30 (30 base, light load 14.5/76, no armor) Fort +3, Ref +7, Will +7 +4 Melee, Unarmed, 1d6+3, 20/x2 +5 Ranged, Shuriken, 1pt, 20/x2, 10'r +6 Ranged, MW Shuriken, 1pt, 20/x2, 10'r 3 may be thrown per attack. They use the same attack roll and have the same target. Strength is NOT added as bonus damage. Medium, ??'??" tall, ?? wt, ?? yrs old Jet Black w/Purple striations hair, Grey-Violet eyes, Faded Grey w/Purple streaks skin Speaks Common Skills (20 monk) +7 Balance (1) +6 Climb (2) +8 Hide (4) +9 Jump (5) +5 Listen (1) +6 Move Silently (2) +9 Tumble (5) +4 Spot (0) Feats -Combat Reflexes Zenythri Traits -+2str,+2dex,+2wis,-2cha -Darkvision 60' -True Strike 1/day at characters level -Outsider -+2 to the skills Balance and Intuit -Resistant to Electricity, Fire and Sonic, 5pts each Monk Traits -AC Bonus -Flurry of Blows -Monk Fast Movement -Monk Weapon Proficiencies -Evasion -Stunning Attack -Unarmed Strike -Deflect Arrows Geral appears to be a tall lean oddly colored human. He is heavily muscled, appears quite healthy and neat with nothing out of place. He does not grow facial hair (other than eyebrows) and he is symetrical in every way (no normal person is actually 100% symetrical by the way, every feature is slightly mismatched.) His hair, a jet black with mixed purple hues striated through it, is pulled back into a long ponytail which he wears neatly looped about his neck. His eyes are a grey-violet color and his skin is a faded grey with purple hues in streaks and swirls. He wears simple white and grey robes held in place by a dark purple sash along with matching purple boots. Side Note: Chance occurences such as how his clothing falls, his hair lays, liquids pour, etc. are all as ordered as possible within these effects. For example, his clothing automatically falls exactly as it is intended in a straight neat fashion. His hair always falls into place and stays neatly brushed and straight even without seeing a brush... ever. When pouring a drink the liquid falls in a smooth steady even stream with no irregularities and splashes are even "ordered" in perfect symetry. To a casual observer who was watching these things occur it would all seem planned out and worked at. In reality the "order" around Geral is in fact a part and extension of his nature, i.e. a creature of law. Geral is not unattractive, abrasive, or smelly nor does he have any other seemingly undesirable characteristics. He is quiet and wastes no movement, gesture or sound. If unnoticed when entering a room he will often remain unnoticed even when sitting immediately next to someone. He carries himself smoothly and precise with intent behind all. Geral is quite fair often being more "fair" than most appreciate as his emotions appear both few and far between. More than anything, his quiet intense presense and odd controlled energy give strangers the "heebie-jeebies" (a scientific term I assure you) which tends to isolate Geral even within a crowded room. Monk's outfit (worn, 2wt) Free 2 Masterwork Shurikens (belt right, 0.2wt) 601gp 6 Shurikens (belt left, 10gp/-wt) Belt Pouch (belt front, 0.5wt) 1gp Backpack (center back, 2wt) 2gp Waterskin- water (backpack, 4wt) 1gp Winter Blanket (backpack, 3wt) 5sp Whetstone (backpack, 1wt) 2cp 1 silk wall hanging, 2x2 (backpack, 0.25wt) 1 piece of soap (pouch, -wt) Everburning Torch (pouch, 1wt) 90gp 2 Pieces of Chalk (pouch, -wt) 2cp Flint & Steel (pouch, -wt) 1gp Small Steel Mirror (pouch, 0.5wt) 10gp 3 Potions of Cure Light Wounds (pouch, -wt) Free Coins- 18pp, 81gp, 15sp, 5cp (pouch, 1.25wt) -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 5] Author : escherblacksmith Date : 06-20-03 12:17 PM Title : Mictian the Polyglot Mictian the Polyglot [COLOR=indigo]Player: escherblacksmith (was Amos) Male Halfling Rog/Wiz lvl 1/2 Chaotic Good Updated: 01/09/04 Experience: 3350 (as of 04/05/03) ............3750 (as of 05/04/03) ............3950 (as of 06/10/03) ............4700 (as of 07/24/03) ............5300 (as of 11/25/03) ............5850 (as of 12/31/03) ............5846 (as of 01/09/04)--scroll creation Rolls: Mictian[/COLOR] Str 10 (+0) .. 4pts (-2 race) Dex 18 (+4) ..10pts (+2 race) Con 14 (+2) .. 6pts Int 16 (+3) ..10pts Wis 08 (-1) .. 0pts Cha 08 (-1) .. 0pts Hit Points 1d6+1d4+4=1d4=2 = 18 AC 17 (+4 dex, +2 armor, +1 size) Init +4 (+4 dex) BAB +2 Speed 20 (base 20, light load 23.5/24.75, light armor) Fort +3, Ref +7, Will +3 +2 Melee, dagger, 1d4, 19-20/x2 +7(8) Ranged, dagger, 1d4(+1), 19-20/x2, 10'r (PBS) +6(7) Ranged, light crossbow, 1d8(+1), 19-20/x2, 80'r (PBS) Small, 3'2" tall, 34 wt, 23 yrs old Blond hair, Green eyes Speaks Common, Halfling, Dwarven, Goblin, Orc, Draconic, Giant, Celestial, Abyssal, Infernal, Sylvan and Elven Skills: (44 rogue, 10 wizard) +12 Hide (4,0) +10 Move Silently (4,0) +8 Tumble (4,0) +8 Appraise (4,0)+1 +7 Craft {Bookmaking} (4,0) +7 Search (4,0) +8 Spellcraft (0,4)+1 +6 Escape Artist (2,0) +5 Ride (1cc,0) +4 Knowledge {Arcana} (0,1) +3 Listen (2,0) Speak Language (7cc,0) +6 Alchemy (3) -1 Spot (0 ranks - 1 Wis + 0 racial) Feats -Point Blank Shot -Scribe Scroll -Create wondrous items Halfling Traits: -+2 Dex, -2 Str -+1 Size to AC, Attacks -+4 Size to Hide -+2 Climb, Jump, Move Silently, Listen -+1 to all Saves -+2 (additional) vs. fear -+1 with thrown weapons -Favored class is rogue Rogue Abilities -Sneak Attack +1d6 Wizard Abilities -Wizard Spells -Summon Familiar -Scribe Scroll Spells Prepared 4/3 (lev2 wiz(4-0/2-1); int 16(0-0/1-1)) 0th- Detect Magic, Flare, Prestidigitation , Read magic 1st- True strike, Summon monster ("KERSH OBLIGEM!"), Magic Missle (Barshoom Mikill) Spellbook 0th- Resistance, Ray of Frost, Detect Poison, Daze, Flare, Light, Dancing Lights, Ghost Sound, Disrupt Undead, Mage Hand, Mending, Open/Close, Arcane Mark, Detect Magic, Prestidigitation Performs minor tricks., Read Magic 1st- Change Self, Identify, Mage Armor, Magic Missile, Shield, Silent Image, Sleep, Spider Climb, True strike, Summon monster The fourth child of seven, Mictian was born to a family of adventurers. His father and mother formed, along with Bartlebendok Gnolanderus, the illustious gnomish illusionist (whom Mictian knows as "Uncle Bart"), the core of the group known as the "Rabid Mice". All of his brothers and sisters, with the exception of Oliver (the-second eldest male), are adventurers. The family holds a reunion every five years at Midsummer's Fest (or whatever), a massive gathering as only halflings can host. As a child Mictian was fascinated with Uncle Bart's "magic", and from him received the majority of his education, including his proficiency with languages. When he came of age, Mictian left his community to further his studies with others who followed the arcane arts. This transition was eased for Mictian by the presence of his cousin Tana, a familiar face in an overly large city. Tana has recently been compelled to travel, however, and at the urgings of his trainers Mictian was glad to accompany her. Mictian is small, excitable, friendly, talkative, and obnoxious. His blond topknot is never quite straight, there's almost always a buckle loose on his leather armor, sometimes so absent-minded you wonder where he is at all. When his attention is focused, however, his clear blue eyes rapidly absorb information, devoted to the task at hand. He has a few daggers visible on his person, a crossbow on his back, and a smile on his face. He is rarely seen without his dog, Sargon, at his side. Special ---- Sargon Riding Dog Medium size Animal Speed 40ft HP 13 AC 16 Init +2 Saves: +5 Fort, +5 Ref, +1 Will Attacks: Bite +3 melee for 1d6+3 damage SQ: Scent Skills: +5 Listen, +5 Spot, +5 Swim, +1 Wilderness Lore Can carry 100/200/300 lbs (light/medium/heavy) Equipment: Riding Saddle (worn, 25wt) 10gp Saddlebags (saddle, 8wt) 4gp --- Leather Armor (worn, 7.5wt) 10gp Dagger (belt left, 1wt) 2gp Dagger (belt right, 1wt) 2gp Dagger (belt rear, 1wt) 2gp Dagger (boot left, 1wt) 2gp Dagger (boot right inside, 1wt) 2gp Dagger (boot right outside, 1wt) 2gp Belt pouch (belt left, -wt) 1gp Spell Component Pouch (belt right, -wt) 5gp Light Crossbow (right shoulder, 6wt) 35gp Bolt Quiver, 16 bolts (left shoulder, 2wt) 2gp Backpack (center back, 0.5wt) 2gp Bedroll (saddlebags, 1.25wt) 1sp Everburning Torch (saddlebags, 1wt) 90gp Trail Rations- 14 days (saddlebags, 3.5wt) 7gp 4 Daggers (saddlebags, 4wt) 8gp 4 Potions of Cure Light Wounds (saddlebags, -wt) Free 0 tin Healing salve (full round action) Spellbook (saddlebags, 0.75wt) Free Coins- 3pp, 68gp, 19sp, 3cp (saddlebags, 3wt) 1 comb (pouch, -wt) 1 set of 3 darts (pouch, 1.5wt) 1 piece of soap (pouch, -wt) Scroll of Burning Hands (pouch, -wt) 25gp Scroll of Ray of Enfeeblement (pouch, -wt) 25gp Scroll of see invisibility 1 scroll of Identify 2 scrolls of Mage Armor 1 scroll of Summon monster 2 unidentified scrolls 400gp used to write spells in book -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 6] Author : griffin27 Date : 06-20-03 01:10 PM Title : Ranger McDanger left some sp for the innkeepers and staff. deducted 5sp. [font=courier] Ranger (3.5 ver) Male Human Rgr lvl 4 Alignment: Neutral Good Experience: 6300 Need: 10,000 Str 14 (+2) .. 6pts Dex 16 (+3) ..10pts Con 14 (+2) .. 6pts Int 13 (+1) .. 4pts (+1 at 4th level) Wis 12 (+1) .. 4pts Cha 08 (-1) .. 0pts Hit Points: 28 Current: 28 AC 17 (+3 dex, +4 armor) Init +3 (+3 dex) BAB +4 Speed 30 (base 30, light load 68/58, light armor) Fort +6, Ref +7, Will +3 +9 Melee, Masterwork shortsword, 1d6+3, 19-20/x2 +7 Melee, MW Shortsword/MW shortsword, 1d6+3/1d6+2, 19-20/x2 +7 Ranged, Longbow, 1d8, 20/x3, 100'r Medium, 5'4" tall, 138 wt, 19 yrs old Brown hair, Blue eyes Speaks Common and languagename Skills: (56 ranger) +8 Spot (7) +8 Listen (7) +5 Climb (3) +4 Craft - Fletcher (3) +5 Handle Animal (6) +3 Heal (2) +8 Hide (5) +5 Jump (3) +5 Knowledge - Nature (4) +3 Knowledge - Geography (2) +8 Move silently (5) +5 Ride (3) +6 Survival (5) +4 Swim (1) (ACP -1 Feats -Dodge -Weapon Focus (Shortsword) -Weapon Finesse (Shortsword) Human Traits -Medium sized -+4 skill points at 1st level -+1 skill point per level -Bonus Feat at 1st level -Favored Class: Any Ranger Abilities -Favored Enemy (Orcs) +1 to Bluff, Listen, Sense Motive, Spot, Wilderness Lore and damage (w/in 30') -Track -Wild Empathy -Combat Style: Two Weapon fighting -Endurance -Animal Companion Special: Riding Horse 75gp Riding Saddle 10gp Bit & Bridle 2gp Saddle Bags 4gp Quivers of Arrows, 40 (saddlebags, 2gp/wt 2) Ranger was born into a normal life, but was often left out for being the "runt" of the family. While Ranger's brothers were all above 6', Ranger was only about 5'4". This bothered Ranger during his adolescence and he left his family to go and prove that he was every bit a man as his brothers. Ranger met up with a ranger who taught him much about the arts of being a ranger. Everyone simply called the old man Master Ranger, and he in turn called all other rangers Brother Ranger. Ranger took to the affectation so much, that he started telling people to just call him ranger. Master Ranger recently told Ranger that he had nothing more to teach him, and that it would do him good to go out and see the world. Ranger hated to leave his mentor, but knew he was right, and so he has struck out on his own. For the past couple of months Ranger has been making money by guarding caravans. It is good money and he gets to see the world, but the long trips are starting to get boring. Ranger is now looking for something new to do. MW Chainshirt (worn, 200gp/wt 25) Explorer's outfit (worn, -gp/wt 8) Masterwork Shortsword (belt left, 310gp/wt 3) Masterwork Shortsword (belt right, 310gp/wt 3) Dagger (location, 2gp/wt 1) Dagger (location, 2gp/wt 1) Belt Pouch (location, 1gp/wt 0.5) MW Potion Belt (waist, 48gp/wt 2) Longbow (left shoulder, 75gp/wt 3) Quiver {20 arrows} (right shoulder, 1gp/wt 1) Backpack (center back, 2gp/wt 2) Torches, 5 (backpack, 0.05gp/wt 5) Trail Rations- 7 days (backpack, 1.5gp/wt 7) 50' Silk Rope (backpack, 10gp/wt 5) Potions of CLW, 10 (potion belt, 240gp/wt 1) Vial of Antitoxin, 1 (pouch, -gp/wt -) 1 piece of soap (pouch, -gp/wt -) Small wooden carving of a wolf (pouch, -gp/wt -) Coins- 0pp, 6gp, 12sp, 2cp (pouch, wt 0.5) Gold and Silver weaved bracelet (pouch, ??gp/wt -) [/font] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 7] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 06-22-03 09:07 AM Tantris Komidar 3.5 Rolls: Tantris Female Halfling Rogue3/Sorcerer1 Neutral Good Experience: 7050/10000 Str 6 (-2) ...0pts (-2 race) Dex 17 (+3)...6pts (+2 race, +1 @ 4th level) Con 14 (+2)...6pts Int 14 (+2)...6pts Wis 10 (+0)...2pts Cha 16 (+3)...10pts Hit Points:20 AC 14 (+3 dex, +1 size) Init +7 (+3 dex, +4 feat) BAB +2, Grap +1 Speed 20 (base 20, light load 11/15, no armor) Fort +4, Ref +7, Will +4 +1 Melee, Short Sword, 1d6-2, 19-20/x2 +1 Melee, Sap, 1d6S-2, 20/x2 +1/+7 Melee/Thrown Dagger, 1d4-2, 19-20/x2, 10'r +1/+7 Melee/Thrown Dagger, silver, 1d4-2, 19-20/x2, 10'r +6 Ranged, Light Crossbow, Masterwork 1d8, 19-20/x2, 80'r Small, 3'1" tall, 28 wt, 23 yrs old Long black hair, deep emerald green almond shaped eyes, bronze skin tone Speaks Common, Halfling, Elven, Goblin +04 Appraise (2, 0) +03 Alchemy (0, 1) +08 Bluff (5, 0) +03 Concentration (0, 1) +04 Craft: Locksmith (2, 0) +03 Craft: Mapmaking (1, 0) +04 Decipher Script (2, 0) +07 Diplomacy (2, 0) +04 Disable Device (2, 0,0) +10 Gather Information (5, 0) +08 Hide (1, 0) +05 Intimidate (2, 0) +03 Knowledge: Arcana (0, 1) +08 Move Silently (3, 0) +08 Open Lock (4, 0) +04 Perform (1, 0) +02 Profession: Merchant (2, 0) +05 Search (3, 0) +03 Sense Motive (3,0) +05 Sleight of Hand (2, 0) +03 Spellcraft (0, 1) +05 Tumble (2,0) +05 Use Magic Device (2,0) +09 Listen (7, 0) +09 Spot (7, 0) Feats 1. Trustworthy (Song and Silence;pg40 - Others feel comfortable telling you their secrets. +2 bonus on all Diplomacy and Gather Information checks.) 2. Improved Initiative (+4) Halfling Traits - +2 racial bonus on Climb, Jump, & Move Silently checks - Small = +1 size bonus on attack rolls and +4 size bonus on Hide checks; carrying limits are three-quarters of those of Medium-size characters. - +1 racial bonus on all saving throws - +2 morale bonus on saving throws against fear (stacks with their +1 racial bonus for saving throws) - +1 racial attack bonus with a thrown weapon - +2 racial bonus on Listen checks Rogue Abilities -Proficient with these weapons: crossbow (hand, light, heavy), dagger (all), dart, mace (light & heavy), sap, shortbow (normal and composite), short sword, club, Morningstar, quarterstaff, and rapier. -Proficient with light armor - no shields -Sneak Attack -Trap Sense +1 Sorcerer Abilities -Simple Weapon Proficiency only -Bonus spells based on Charisma Spells Per Day 5|4 Spells Known 0th- Light, Open/Close, Detect Magic, Read Magic 1st- Chill Touch, Identify Diety: Baccob & Yondalla (though she's somewhat of a secret follower of Vecna. Except for Vecna being Neutral Evil and a disgusting lich, she likes the idea of a god of secrets & tends to give him his due.) She worships all three fairly evenly, but keeps the third one a secret! Left handed Equipment List: Coins- 3pp, 21gp, 22sp, 3cp (pouch, 1wt) 1 piece of chalk (pouch, -wt) Small piece of jade (pouch, -wt) 3gp Small onyx (pouch, -wt) 4gp Jade comb (pouch, -wt) 5gp 4 small chuncks of Ivory (with gemcutting tools, -wt) Malachite - 20gp (jerkin, -wt) aquamarine dolphin - 380gp (belt pouch, -wt) Explorer's Outfit (worn, 4wt) free @ 1st level Belt Pouch (worn, 2.25wt) 1gp Short Sword - 8gp (belt right, 2.5wt) Dagger (belt front, 1wt) 2gp Spell Component Pouch (belt, .75wt) 5gp Light Crossbow, Masterwork (right shoulder, 6wt) 335gp Quiver, 20 bolts (left shoulder, 2wt) 2gp Backpack (center back, .5wt) 2gp Dagger, silver (right boot, hidden inside special pocket, 1wt) 10gp Flint & Steel (backpack, -wt) 1gp 1 flask - green/yellow slime liquid (belt pouch, -wt) Smokesticks, two (backpack, -wt) 40gp Scroll with 3 unknown spells: 190gp (backpack, -wt) Healing salve, 1d8/full-round action (belt pouch, -wt) Antitoxin vial (belt pouch, -wt) 50gp Alchemist's fire flask (belt pouch, -wt) 20 1 bell necessary for spell component (spell component pouch, -wt) 55gp Group Coins - 2gp, 3sp (left saddlebag, -wt) War Pony 100gp Bit & Bridle (on pony, 1wt.) 2gp Riding Saddle (on pony, 25wt) 10gp Platform for Ruby to ride on (front of saddle, 1wt) 5gp Saddlebag (right side of saddle, 8wt) 4gp Saddlebag (left side of saddle, 8wt) 4gp Waterskin- water (attached to saddle, 1wt) 1gp Oil, 1-pint flask (saddlebag, 1wt) 1sp Bedroll (back of saddle, 1.25wt) 1sp Sap - 1gp (back of saddle, 2.5wt) 2 Sunrods (saddlebag, ?wt) 4gp Trail Rations- 5 days (saddlebag, 1.25wt) 5gp Thieves Tools, masterworks (saddlebag, 2wt) 100gp Case, map or scroll (saddlebag, .5wt) 1gp Parchment (inside case, 9wt.) 2sp Parchment, faded old map of Gilhara (inside case, -wt) Sack (attached to saddle, .8wt) 1sp Rope, 50' silk (in saddlebag, 5wt) 10gp Double sided clothes (SoS;pg 53, in saddlebag, 2wt) 50gp Bag of marbles, 24 count (saddlebag, -wt) 1gp 1 piece of soap (saddlebag, -wt) 5 pieces of perfumed soap (Bri Ili) (saddlebag, -wt) 10gp Grappling Hook (saddlebag, 4wt) Artisan's Tools, mapmaking (saddlebag, 5wt) 2 Silk wall hangings (saddlebag, 0.5wt) 10gp Small steel mirror (saddlebag, 0.5wt) Leather case, holds parchments, map, 2 vials/1 smoke filled (saddlebag, .5wt) Small bag of Ivory dust (saddlebag, -wt) Background: Tantris grew up in the city of Lainmadigh, near the vast Elven forests. As the saying goes, "All things Elven pass through Lainmadigh." The city is mainly a halfling outpost & quite proud of the fact that they are the glue that binds the elves and the humans together. Her family has lived in the area for quite a number of generations now, and they seemed quite content to stay settled down. She grew up in a large family, surrounded by a large extended family, and knew a great number of people in her city. Her parents are diplomats of some note. While Tani's brothers are following in their parents footsteps, Tani took to working in her aunt's apothecary shop. Occasionally her cousin Mictian would stop by for a visit, although normally he was very busy with his studies. When he had the time, he would often accompany Tani and their friends for a night on the town. At the age of sixteen Tani met a young man & 'fell in love.' He wasn't someone her family approved of and he introduced her to the seedier side of city life. While her love didn't last, the connections she formed through him did, and she became an informer for a certain faction of the Underground. She would also occasionally sell information to the guard. She was careful in what she would reveal, as she didn't want anyone to actually get hurt, at least anyone who didn't really deserve it. She would glean facts overheard at home of people in positions of power. The majority of the time though, people would simply tell her things and she would put two and two together. People always seemed to tell her things. Her friends usually came to her for advice. She never betrayed anyone in her family or anyone in her immediate circle of friends. She enjoyed working for her aunt, but never really put in the effort of learning that she could have. Instead, she spent her youth partying and goofing off with her friends down at the Market Place. Then, a year ago, everything went horribly wrong in her neatly self-ordered world. She'd begun having nightmares and getting headaches, but just put it down to the late nights out. Then one day, after spending the late afternoon and early evening at the edges of the forest with her friends, she was wishing for more light & began, just as a goof, to pretend to cast a spell of light. She'd been fingering a piece of dimly glowing moss & with a strange gesture of her fingers, she flung the moss at her friend Kless. She started to say some nonsense words, except that there was a strange whooshing sound inside of her head & the words seemed, just for a moment, to make sense. Then her friend lit up in the weirdest green glow that lasted for a good ten minutes. Thankfully, he'd stopped glowing before we got back into town, but it sure scared and surprised most of us. Jacki wasn't surprised, but he had drunk so much ale that he thought everything was funny at that point. He would point at Kless and just laugh and laugh. That was the beginning of the end for Tani. Her family immediately got her a tutor, and her cousin even helped to teach her about the new powers that have suddenly awakened in her. She seemed to have problems with every spell, at least initially. Her Open/Close spell, instead of opening the door to the kitchen, opened the lids on all of the pots and pans instead. It also opened all the food jars and even ruined the pot of vegetables Mother was trying to pickle. The Magic Missile spell was every color but that of fire. Once it was even a lurid purple, and every time she cast it her hair would rise up and dance about her head with static electricity. She had the ozone smell thing worked out though & she should have the color under control soon, but she didn't know what to do about her hair! Unfortunately, she wasn't the only one affected by her attempts to gain control over her blossoming powers. Her family often found themselves lit up at odd times, or doors would open or close in their faces. Once she even ruined dinner by casting Chill Touch on it, after it was set on the table. The roasted chicken actually flopped around as if it were suddenly alive again & for a second seemed almost ready to leap up and run away before resuming its previously unmoving state. The family stared in disbelief & no one would eat the thing after that. After she inadvertently cast a Read Magic spell on a document Mother was reading over for an important negotiation and discovered that there was actually stuff to read, well, the entire clan got together for a Clan Meeting. It was decided that it might be best if Tani were to go off adventuring for awhile. She would be able to grow in her powers and in her self-control. It was suggested she should be gone at least several years, and that she should have complete control over her powers by the time she returns. While seeming like an Exile, Tani has always had a curious nature and sees this as an opportunity. She seeks to gain knowledge and experience while returning with great personal wealth and fame. Maybe then she can return and take a place of authority and respect within the family, making them proud of her. She was given a grand going away party, where she received a war pony as a parting gift. Her Father thought it a smart idea to have a little protection for his little girl. She treats the war pony as a giant pet & baggage carrier. His name is Faithful. She also learned that her cousin Mictian would be going with her. She realizes that he's probably being sent along with the agreement of sending back regular reports or some such. It doesn't bother her because they've always gotten along rather well and he can continue to help her out with her powers. Besides, there is a great comfort in not having to leave home all alone. Having worked for the Underground, Tani has developed quite the knack of dealing with people. She's sure her family connections are the reason she & Mictian were hired on as caravan guards. She quickly made friends with the other guards also hired to trek their way through the never ending plains. Whenever there is trouble, she is quick to locate & stand behind Ranger & Geral. She's aware that she's not very strong & is more than willing to be protected by those stronger than herself. She's spends an enormous amount of time listening to Peregrin & loves to hear him come up with an impromptu rhyme. At the beginning of the trip, they snuck into the stores and stole a bottle of the merchants' finest wine, sneaking out of the camp to get rip roaring drunk. By the time the night was over they were good friends, telling jokes and trading jests over family foibles. The fact that they were never caught only increased their friendship, giving them a secret to share. Tani is very outgoing and friendly. She loves to chat & meet new people. She is a consummate flirt, but has strict rules about whom she flirts with. She may do a little harmless flirting or teasing with the others in her group, but she would never actually have a romantic relationship with them. She wouldn't inflict those types of problems on a group. She loves the city life and places that are full of people. The hustle and bustle of the market place causes her blood to tingle and her pulse to race. She isn't one for being 'quiet and contemplative.' She is secretly afraid of failing or letting down all of her friends and loved ones. Thus she uses her outgoing nature to cover up this fact. She has a strong personal code & believes in personal honor and loyalty to one's comrades. She is fascinated by new things and can't resist a good challenge. If someone says that no one has ever made it there & back again, she's liable to try it just to prove them wrong! Her strong personal code extends to her belief that those who are close friends will treat her the same way she will treat them. It would never occur to her that they could be disloyal. Tani wears a calf length green leather skirt. Around the hem is Celtic knotwork embroidered in silver colored thread. There is a slit up the left side of the skirt, almost all the way to her thigh. Her tight black jerkin has green leather lacing. At the end of each of the laces is a malachite bead. (The malachite matches her striking eyes.) Her light tan top is long sleeved, but billowy and loose, and hangs off the shoulders in a rather fetching manner. The sleeves come in and are tight around the wrists. Her hair is always done in some sort of braid, but usually a five way French braid or a herringbone. Wisps of curls are always escaping though, to curl about her face. She has a long neck, long delicate fingers, is slight of frame, and a little busty. She has a heart shaped face with laugh lines around her mouth and eyes. Dark sooty lashes frame her exotically shaped emerald green eyes. She knows how her eyes look and takes full advantage of looking up at others coyly through her thick lashes. Her dark brown leather boots run mid-way up her calves. There is two inch fringe around the top of the boots. She often has various things braided into her hair, beads, feathers, pretty embroidery threads or ribbons. Brightly dyed blue and red braided leather wrap around her wrist like bracelets. When it is windy or rainy, she wears a charcoal grey cloak with a hood. There are several pockets sewn into the lining of this cloak. She wears a silvery chain around her neck, from which is suspended an emerald pendent shaped like a leaf, a valued gift from a new friend. Special ---- War Pony, named Faithful Medium size Animal Soft bay coloring Speed 40ft HP 13 AC 13 Init +1 Saves: +5 Fort, +4 Ref, +0 Will Attacks: 2 hooves, +3 melee, 1d3+2 damage SQ: Scent Skills: +5 Listen, +5 Spot Can carry 100/200/300 lbs (light/medium/heavy) Equipment: Riding Saddle 2 Saddlebags Bit & Bridle --- XP Earned: 1250 - adventure through Keep 2/26/03 250 - role play 2/26/03 150 - role play at Gilhara 3/6/03 100 – remember group/including Jonathan/role play Varl 3/10/03 500 – battle, worg 3/21/03 300 - cont. posting/wagon 4/05/03 200 - cont. posting 6/10/03 500 - battle with goblinoids 250 - role play goblinoid battle 500 - role play 10/21/03 450 - role play 11/24/03 250 - RP dinner 12/10/03 500 - RP 1/24/04 300 - RP 1/24/04 250 – RP 3/3/04 -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 8] Author : Aidan Pryde Date : 06-23-03 09:22 PM Title : Peregrin Took [FONT=courier new]Peregrin Took aka Perry Player: HIV Male Halfling Rog lvl 3 Chaotic Neutral Experience: 3700 Rolls: HIV_Peregrin (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=HIV_Peregrin) Str 10 (+0) .. 4pts (-2 race) Dex 20 (+5) ..16pts (+2 race) Con 10 (+0) .. 2pts Int 12 (+1) .. 4pts Wis 10 (+0) .. 2pts Cha 10 (+0) .. 2pts Hit Points 2d6+0 = 18 AC 17 (+3 dex (limited by load), +3 armor, +1 size) Init +9 (+5 dex, +4 improved initiative) BAB +2 Speed 15 (base 20, medium load 31.25/24.75, light armor) Fort +2, Ref +9, Will +2 Attack= BAB +STAT +Size +Race +Enchantment 2= 2 +0 +1 +0 +0 Melee, Dagger, 1d4, 19-20/x2 9= 2 +5 +1 +1 +0 Ranged, Dagger, 1d4, 19-20/x2, 10'r 10= 2 +5 +1 +1 +1 Ranged, Stones, 1d6+1, 20/x2, 10'r Small, 3'3" tall, 45 wt, 35 yrs old Brown hair, Brown eyes, Fair skin Speaks Halfling, Common, and Elven Skills (45 rogue) Mod= (STAT) +Misc +Race _Skill_ (Ranks) 6= (Cha) +0 +0 __Bluff_ (6) 7= (Dex) +0 +0 __Escape Artist_ (2) 20= (Dex) +0 +4 _Hide_ (6) 13= (Dex) +0 +2 _Move Silently_ (6) 10= (Dex) +2 +0 _Open Lock_ (3) 6= (Cha) +0 +0 __Perform_ (6) 11= (Dex) +0 +0 _Pick Pocket_ (6) 7= (Wis) +0 +2 __Listen_ (5) 7= (Int) +0 +0 ___Search_ (6) 6= (Wis) +0 +0 __Spot_ (6) 4= (Int) +2 +0 ___Disable Device_ (1) Feats -Improved Initiative -Quickdraw Halfling Traits -+2 Dex, -2 Str -+1 Size to AC, Attacks -+4 Size to Hide -+2 Climb, Jump, Move Silently, Listen -+1 to all Saves -+2 (additional) vs. fear -+1 with thrown weapons -Favored class is rogue Rogue Abilities -Sneak Attack +2d6 -Evasion -Uncanny Dodge (Dex even when flatfooted) As soon as he hit his tweens, he could no longer bear to stay in the Hillvale. He got jobs at taverns, entertaining them with his singing, jokes, and sleights-of-hand. Of course, when he demonstrated his skills, they tended to watch the money more closely. The theives guild got a whiff of this and began eyeing him, but he didn't quite have the skill to join them. After spending a few years in the city, entertaing them, and providing for himself, he became tired of it. After all, it wasn't much different than his Halfling home, and there was an itch in him that wouldn't go away. When he saw the flyer asking for help, he couldn't refuse. To date, he has spent most of the trip sleeping, joking, or making new riddles/rhymes. As has already been established, he enjoys speaking in rhyme and riddles. His favorite game is Questions Only, and he will play it as often as possible. (Few things fun about 2ed) If a pretty bauble catches his eye, he is not beyond "borrowing" it. It is one of the reasons the Theives guild has not yet accepted him. His pants are coloured the deep green of pine trees. He wears a dark blue vest over his maroon-colored shirt. A rich, dark brown belt fashioned as a baldric without the sheath is worn with the shoulder part coming on top the vest, and the vest overhangs the bottom. His twin daggers are easily seen to the sides, and the pouch of stones for the service is hanging at the front. Three bags hang from the upper part of the belt. He smiles when someone asks what they are, and responds; "If you want to know, you're awfully slow. Bags they be, and bags you see." He also has a brite yellow hat that he likes to toss around. Studded leather(worn beneath shirt, 10wt) 175gp Explorer's Outfit (worn, 4wt) Free Dagger (belt left, 1wt) 2gp Dagger (belt right, 1wt) 2gp Bag of Stones (belt front, 2.5wt) Free --4 stones left Sling (belt front, -wt) Free Hidden Items Dagger (belt rear, 1wt) 2gp -Search Check = 31 Dagger (right ankle, 1wt) 2gp -Search Check = 31 Dagger (left ankle, 1wt) 2gp -Search Check = 31 Dagger (right sleeve, 1wt) 2gp -Search Check = 31 Dagger (left sleeve, 1wt) 2gp -Search Check = 31 Thieves' tools, masterwork (left, inside pocket of vest, 2wt) 100gp -Search Check = 31 Extra belt (right shoulder, -wt) --3 pouch bags, (1wt) 3gp ----Thunderstone in each (3wt) 90gp Backpack (center back, 0.5wt) 2gp Bedroll (below backpack, 1.25wt) 1sp Waterskin- water (backpack, 1wt) 1gp Everburning torch (backpack, 1wt) 90gp Alchemist's Flasks, 3(backpack, -wt) 60gp Potion: Cure Light Wounds, 3 (backpack, -wt) 150gp Potion: Spider Climb, 2 (backpack, -wt) 100gp Quaal's feather token {tree} (backpack, -wt) 100gp Belt Pouch (backpack, -wt) 1gp --1 set of 3 darts (pouch, 1.5wt) --1 piece of soap (pouch, -wt) --Chalk, 3 pieces (pouch, -wt) 3gp Coins- 10gp, 7sp, 0cp (pouch, 0.5wt)[/FONT] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 9] Author : Aidan Pryde Date : 06-23-03 10:21 PM [FONT=courier new](In the interest of getting things moving, I've posted Perry's sheet for HIV, and will NPC him for the time being.) When Tani approaches him to ask about the stop in Bri Ili, Jonathan listens carefully, keeping one eye on the road so as not to hit any bad patches, though it is obvious that he is quite comfortable with the route itself, and seems to be paying little attention to the directions that the group is actually traveling. "Oh, I should imagine that I'll be staying in Bri Ili for atleast a few months, providing that nothing intrudes upon my normal schedule," he replies in a bemused tone. Continuing on, "After that, I'll probably head back to Sid Belug, since that's my primary trade route. I don't expect you to just hang around waiting on me though, you'll be free to do as you want once we get to Bri Ili. If you're still free when I'm ready to head back north, I'll be sure to check with you to see if you'd like to do that escort as well. If not, I'll understand, guarding merchants is hardly the exciting task it once was before the trade routes were so well established." At her grin, both Lania and Morgan smile, happy that they are finally nearing a safe haven, and a familiar city. Once Tani has headed back to her spot in the escort, Jonathan returns to watching the road ahead for any unexpected obstructions, and the group proceeds apace. Soon they come to the bend in the road and Jonathan begins to deftly maneuver the wagon around the somewhat sharper curve. While Perry continues to sleep on the back of the wagon, turning over occasionally as it hits a bump or small rock in the road, the remainder of the group keeps themsleves in high spirits with the knowledge that the journey to Bri Ili is nearing completion. They are greatly surprised when a hail of javelins sails out of the woods, from unseen assailants. The first javelin in the volley sails wide of its mark, impaling itself in a tree near Geral. Likewise, a second thrown weapon fails to impact Ranger as it lands in the ground at his feet. Unfortunately, Jonathan isn't as lucky, as the third spear grazes his left arm, finally embedding itself in the wagon. Jonathan cries out, more in surprise than pain, at the sudden attack, and just barely manages to keep control of the wagon. ([color=blue]2 damage to Jonathan[/color]) A fourth javelin sails out from just behind the wagon, and shatters as it impacts a tree near Mictian. The final weapon thrown though, is the one which seems to be the most accurate, as it manages to strike at the shoulder joint in Tani's armor, causing the halfling to reel a bit from the impact as she tries to steady herself. ([color=blue]9 damage to Tani, need a ride check vs DC 5 to remain in saddle.[/color]) As the members of the group were atleast aware of the possibility of attack, due to the narrowed road, they react as quickly as might be expected to the new situation, regaining their senses, and preparing for the remainder of the combat. Their assailants are now atleast somewhat visible, though the shadows amongst the trees conceal much of the details. Lania reacts quickly to the assault, by pulling Morgan out of the way, and under some tarps covering the goods in the back of the wagon, after which, she herself follows, hiding, and attempting to not draw ay undue attention her way. The young boy however, begins to cry loudly at the sudden attack, and his sister pulling him under the tarps doesn't improve his mood at all, though the heavy tarps do manage to muffle his wails. |T|T| |T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T| |T| |T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|T|5|T|T|T|3|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |t| | | | | | |T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| | |p|W|j|h|h|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T| | |W|lbW|*|*|r|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T| | |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|4| |m| |g| | |2|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|T|T| |T|T| | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|1| | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | | |T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| Rnd..Icon.Name......init..AC....HP....Hands...........Status ..1....1..Figure 1...18...??...??/??..Nothing.........40% miss chance ..1....2..Figure 2...17...??...??/??..Nothing.........40% miss chance ..1....3..Figure 3...17...??...??/??..Nothing.........40% miss chance ..1....4..Figure 4...11...??...??/??..Nothing.........40% miss chance ..1....5..Figure 5...10...??...??/??..Nothing.........40% miss chance ..1....g..Geral......??...18...16/16..Nothing.........OK ..1....m..Mictian....??...17...18/18..Nothing.........Riding Sargon ..1....r..Ranger.....??...16...31/31..Longbow.........OK ..1....t..Tani.......??...14...11/20..Xbow(L).........Riding Faithful ..1....j..Jonathan...14...??...-2/??..Nothing.........Driving wagon .NA....f..Faithful...??...13...13/13..None............OK .NA....s..Sargon.....??...16...13/13..None............OK .NA...hh..Horse 1....14...14...22/44..None............Wounded .NA...**..Horse 2....14...14...44/44..None............OK .NA....p..Perry......NA...17...18/18..Nothing.........Sleeping on wagon .NA....l..Lania......NA...??...??/??..Nothing.........On wagon, under tarp .NA....b..Morgan.....NA...??...??/??..Nothing.........On wagon, under tarp [color=red]OOC[/color] I still need a spot check from Geral, DC is 23 to be able to act in the surprise round. I also need initiatives from everyone, and those going before the creatures can post their actions. I think some of you need to upadte your experience values ;). Here are what I have for current totals: Geral: 3750 Mictian: 3550 Ranger: 3500 Tantris: 3750 Peregrin: 3700[/FONT] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 10] Author : griffin27 Date : 06-23-03 10:35 PM Title : Ranger {{[color=blue]Initiative= 18 (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=ranger#47299)[/color]}} Crying out a warning as the javelins sail through the air Ranger shouts, "Alert! We're under attack!" Seeing the nearest attacker Ranger draws both his swords and step up to attack. (ooc... 5' move and attack as partial action in surprise round. Attacking #2.) {{[color=blue]To hit= 13 (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=ranger#47300)[/color]}} Despite having the jump on the figure Ranger misjudges and stabs just wide of the mark. (ooc... I'm guessing that they have 40% concealment right now. Is that because they are in the bushes?) -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 11] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 06-23-03 11:12 PM (OOC: Aidan: I will be out of town for the next 8-9 days. Please NPC Tani for me, and don't let her get too into debt ;) Let's see, she's going to deliver the potion belt and the sword, and see what kind of things she can buy that are easily portable and yet would fetch a good price elsewhere, and don't forget to have her suck up to the merchants, lol.) Init = {13} (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=Tantris#47302) Tani hears Ranger cry out and her good mood evaporates in an instant. She looks around while switching the safety off her crossbow. She will shoot an arrow off into the first person she sees whom she's able to get to. She's suddenly very grateful that Faithful has been trained in the ways of battle as she guides him using her knees and focusing her attention on the chaos erupting around her. Ride = {16} (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=Tantris#47303) To Hit = {16} (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=Tantris#47304) Miss Chance = {24} (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=Tantris#47307) Damage = {8} (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=Tantris#47306) -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 12] Author : escherblacksmith Date : 06-24-03 10:10 AM Title : Battle! oh my battle, so soon?? Let's see what was that spell . . . It takes a little time for the halfling to get his wits back to him to react to the ambush. Initiate = 5 (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=mictian#47343) Sargon Initiative = 3 (if applicable) (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=sargon#47347) "Err, Seering methalnon . . . no, ummm . . . Seeringing Methalnion . . . errr . . ." -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 13] Author : griffin27 Date : 06-26-03 01:05 PM Title : Ranger "Step out and fight you craven sonofa," Ranger growls as he [color=blue]declares dodge[/color] against the enemy he just tried to stab. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 14] Author : ryfte Date : 06-26-03 07:17 PM Title : Geral Fenner (OoC: Sorry about that! :embarrass Spot Check - 9 Initiative - 12) Geral is caught by surprise and stands still for a moment as they attack. What! Oh no! "Look out!" -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 15] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 07-08-03 01:14 PM Tani can't help but look about frantically for those who are attacking them, ducking in reflex as a javelin sails too close to her and Faithful for comfort. Unfortunately, she isn't able to avoid the javelin and it slams into her shoulder with incredible pain. [size=4]"OW!"[/size] Tears well up in her eyes & she is grateful for the military saddle her father insisted she use since it keeps her from hurtling over backwards from the saddle and off her mount. Ride = {21} (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=Tantris#48468) Her knees automatically tighten around the barrel of her horse and she searches for an attacker to fire an arrow off at (see above post). -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 16] Author : ryfte Date : 07-08-03 02:34 PM (OoC: Aidan's been gone a while now... :() -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 17] Author : escherblacksmith Date : 07-08-03 04:37 PM {OOC, he posted on another game on 7/2/03 -- give him a day or 2, then we flog him :smirk: } -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 18] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 07-08-03 04:47 PM (OOC: Drat, I thought he was in the middle of moving, but I'm not sure if I remember that correctly or not. Meanwhile, we could have a lot of chit chat within our 6 seconds, right? :devil: ) "Hey Mict," the halfling female says in a harsh, low voice. "You okay?" She'd kill every last fiend out in that forest if they've harmed her family! Like most halflings, she's very protective of family. She pats Faithful absentmindedly while desperately trying to load another bolt into her crossbow and keep from getting hit with another javelin. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 19] Author : escherblacksmith Date : 07-08-03 05:13 PM Title : Mictian "Sebring Mecka Lecka . . . no, ummm . . . I'm fine Tani . . . can't seem to remember the words . . . and who is this 'Sonofa' that Ranger keeps talking about? . . . well nevermind, shouldn't take me more than another moment or so to come up with it . . . Sheeeruuuukiiiin . . . err, hmmm . . ." -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 20] Author : griffin27 Date : 07-08-03 11:32 PM "Halflings! Stop wagging your tongues and shoot somebody!" Ranger shouts while locked in mortal combat. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 21] Author : Aidan Pryde Date : 07-09-03 06:15 PM Title : Round 1 ([color=red]OOC:[/color] Ahh, please don't flog me :). Summer is obviously not the best of times for my schedule, but I'm trying to keep up, atleast I've managed to stay caught up with reading everything, hopefully I can find time to post a bit more often though. Incidentally, I'm probably going to replace Perry when your group gets to the city, as I haven't seen any posts from HIV since the switchover and there's no email address in his profile. Anyways, on with the show ;).) Reacting quickly to the threat, Ranger drops his bow and steps over to the nearest assailant while drawing his swords, and attempts to stab the creature, but his swing goes a little wide as the stalwart man is confused a bit by what stands before him. The crature appears to be similar to a goblin, though its features are dark and twisted, its form seeming to slightly flow and mesh with the shadows provided by the tree cover. Due to its nature it is hard to pinpoint exactly where the creature is, making it even more difficult than normal to stike. Immediately after Ranger acts, the first of the creatures also moves, quickly moving through the shaded area along the edge of the road, apparently shunning the center of the road where there are the least shadows, and draws a wicked looking morningstar which it swings at Geral, but the monk's preternatural senses allow him to dodge out of the way just before the swing connects, bringing a slew of curses from the creature, in what Tani and Mictian recognize instantly as a form of the goblin tongue. Even as the first is missing its attack, two more of the shadowy goblins draw their own morningstars, and attempt to attack Ranger. The first swing comes from the one the fighter moved to engage, but its inexpert swing fails to even connect with the quick-witted man. Soon after, the third creature moves up to assist its compatriot, moving unnaturally quickly through the underbrush, as it reaches its intended target, it too fails to injure its quarry, though this ones strike is far more accurate, and Ranger is spared harm only thanks to the armor he wears. While the goblinoids move to engage his escort, Jonathan reigns in the horses, bringing the cart to a halt, before he ducks down in the seat, apparently looking for something, though also garnering a fair amount of cover from the wagon. Tani cries out in pain with the strike from the javelin, but easily manages to stay in her saddle, and keep Faithful in check as she lines up a shot at the creature which threw a javelin at her cousin, Mictian. The bolt flies true to its aim, though the inability to precisely mark the creature's position saves it from the deadly shot. Loading another bolt into her crossbow, she prepares for the next opening for her to fire. ([color=blue]For miss chances I typically use 1-40(or whatever miss% is) misses, anything else hits. If you'd rather use another method, just note it in the roll notes for me, or let me know what you prefer.[/color]) The cry from Tani finally brings Perry out of his slumber, as he looks around groggily and says, "Huh? Wha's happening?" to noone in particular. (That puts us on Geral's action, I'll try to update this more often, since it seems that everyone is back :).) |T|T| |T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T| |T| |T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|T|5|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |t| | | | | | |T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| | |p|W|j|h|h|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T| | |W|lbW|*|*| |3|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T| | |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|4| |m| |g| |r|2|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|1| | | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|T|T| |T|T| | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | | |T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| Rnd..Icon.Name......init..AC....HP....Hands...........Status ..1....g..Geral......12...18...16/16..Nothing.........OK ..1....4..Figure 4...11...??...??/??..Nothing.........40% miss chance ..1....5..Figure 5...10...??...??/??..Nothing.........40% miss chance ..1....m..Mictian.....5...17...18/18..Nothing.........Riding Sargon .NA....s..Sargon......5...16...13/13..None............OK ..1....p..Perry.......4...17...18/18..Nothing.........On wagon, groggy ..2....r..Ranger.....18...16...31/31..2xShort Sword...OK ..2....1..Figure 1...18...??...??/??..Morningstar.....40% miss chance ..2....2..Figure 2...17...??...??/??..Morningstar.....40% miss chance ..2....3..Figure 3...17...??...??/??..Morningstar.....40% miss chance ..2....j..Jonathan...14...??...-2/??..Nothing.........Driving wagon, 3/4 cover .NA...hh..Horse 1....14...14...22/44..None............Wounded .NA...**..Horse 2....14...14...44/44..None............OK ..2....t..Tani.......13...14...11/20..Xbow(L).........Riding Faithful .NA....f..Faithful...13...13...13/13..None............OK .NA....l..Lania......NA...??...??/??..Nothing.........On wagon, under tarp .NA....b..Morgan.....NA...??...??/??..Nothing.........On wagon, under tarp -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 22] Author : Doppleganger Date : 07-09-03 06:38 PM [OOC BTW I talked to HIV through email recently. His dialup got munched by the eastern storms a few weeks ago, and right now he's about to go away for a few months (National Guard). He left instructions for what DMs could do to his characters while he's gone, and for this game he said this: "Perry I'd like to stay alive, but will probably be left behind in Bri Ili. If you do that, then I can rejoin by escaping from jail." :) ] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 23] Author : ryfte Date : 07-10-03 03:36 PM Title : Geral Fenner [font=courier] |T|T| |T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T| |T| |T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|T|5|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |t| | | | | | |T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| | |p|W|j|h|h|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T| | |W|lbW|*|*|g|3|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T| | |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|4| |m| |x| |r|2|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|1| | | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|T|T| |T|T| | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | | |T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| Rnd..Icon.Name......init..AC....HP....Hands...........Status ..1....g..Geral......12...18...16/16..Nothing.........OK ..1....4..Figure 4...11...??...??/??..Nothing.........40% miss chance ..1....5..Figure 5...10...??...??/??..Nothing.........40% miss chance ..1....m..Mictian.....5...17...18/18..Nothing.........Riding Sargon .NA....s..Sargon......5...16...13/13..None............OK ..1....p..Perry.......4...17...18/18..Nothing.........On wagon, groggy ..2....r..Ranger.....18...16...31/31..2xShort Sword...OK ..2....1..Figure 1...18...??...??/??..Morningstar.....40% miss chance ..2....2..Figure 2...17...??...??/??..Morningstar.....40% miss chance ..2....3..Figure 3...17...??...??/??..Morningstar.....40% miss chance ..2....j..Jonathan...14...??...-2/??..Nothing.........Driving wagon, 3/4 cover .NA...hh..Horse 1....14...14...22/44..None............Wounded .NA...**..Horse 2....14...14...44/44..None............OK ..2....t..Tani.......13...14...11/20..Xbow(L).........Riding Faithful .NA....f..Faithful...13...13...13/13..None............OK .NA....l..Lania......NA...??...??/??..Nothing.........On wagon, under tarp .NA....b..Morgan.....NA...??...??/??..Nothing.........On wagon, under tarp [/font] Geral steps forward and attempts to strike at one of their foes. [color=coral]These creatures are hard to place. They're fuzzy almost like they're not quite where we are seeing them...[/color] (OoC: As I don't know their AC I'll just not write it in content above... FoB on #3 Attack 1 = 16 Attack 1 miss = 80% Damage = 6 Attack 2 = 03 ) -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 24] Author : Aidan Pryde Date : 07-10-03 04:22 PM Title : More of Round 1 Geral steps over to assist Ranger in dispatching the enemies on that side of the road, unleashing a flurry of punches and kicks which manage to connect with the defending goblinoid form once, despite the creature's shadowy nature. The blow is solid, and drops the unfortunate foe to the ground, unmoving, with its force. Shortly thereafter, the fourth assailant steps over to engage the slow to react Mictian, drawing forth another of the wicked morningstars that appear to be the favored weapons of these creatures. The small creature swings at the halfling, managing to catch him off-guard, and connects with Mictian's leather armor with just barely enough force to injure him. ([color=blue]1 damage to Mictian, need a ride check vs. DC 5 to remain in saddle.[/color]) Following the lead of its compatriots, the final attacker moves quickly through the shadows at the edge of the road to engage Tani in combat. Fortunately for the halfling lass, the creature's swing proves ineffectual, as its morningstar fails to even connect with her. Still a bit groggy from his nap, Perry rolls off the wagon, and collects himself, trying to piece together what exactly is occurring around him. (Now Mictian's action :), but Ranger can also post if he's not doing anything that's contingent on Mictian.) |T|T| |T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T| |T| |T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | |5|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |t| | | | | | |T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| |p|W|W|j|h|h|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T| | |W|lbW|*|*|g|3|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T| | |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| |m| | | |r|2|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|4|T|T|1| | | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|T|T| |T|T| | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | | |T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| Rnd..Icon.Name......init..AC....HP....Hands...........Status ..1....m..Mictian.....5...17...17/18..Nothing.........Riding Sargon .NA....s..Sargon......5...16...13/13..None............OK ..1....p..Perry.......4...17...18/18..Nothing.........OK ..2....r..Ranger.....18...16...31/31..2xShort Sword...OK ..2....1..Figure 1...18...15...??/??..Morningstar.....40% miss chance ..2....2..Figure 2...17...15...??/??..Morningstar.....40% miss chance ..2....3..Figure 3...17...15...-4/2...Morningstar.....40% miss chance, Dying ..2....j..Jonathan...14...??...-2/??..Nothing.........Driving wagon, 3/4 cover .NA...hh..Horse 1....14...14...22/44..None............Wounded .NA...**..Horse 2....14...14...44/44..None............OK ..2....t..Tani.......13...14...11/20..Xbow(L).........Riding Faithful .NA....f..Faithful...13...13...13/13..None............OK ..2....g..Geral......12...18...16/16..Nothing.........OK ..2....4..Figure 4...11...15...??/??..Morningstar.....40% miss chance ..2....5..Figure 5...10...15...??/??..Morningstar.....40% miss chance .NA....l..Lania......NA...??...??/??..Nothing.........On wagon, under tarp .NA....b..Morgan.....NA...??...??/??..Nothing.........On wagon, under tarp -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 25] Author : escherblacksmith Date : 07-10-03 05:07 PM Title : Arghhh Mictian takes a hit from the shadowy ones, luckly being very dextrous he stays on Sargon's back. Ride Chck = 19 (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=mictian#48682) Now angered by the attack, he remembers his spell. Having Sargon back up a step (5ft), he moves deftly along the side of the wagon (out of the foul creatures reach) until is back by Tani. Then he lets loose with his spell, "Barshoom Mikill!". As the word leaves his lips his hands finish the complex movement releasing a bolt of energy from his outstretched palm. Unfortunately only doing minor damage to his adversary. [color=silver]Magic Missle - 2hp damage to number four[/color] (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=mictian#48683) [font=courier new] |T|T| |T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T| |T| |T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | |5|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |t| | | | | | |T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|m|p|W|W|j|h|h|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T| | |W|lbW|*|*|g|3|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T| | |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |r|2|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|4|T|T|1| | | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|T|T| |T|T| | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | | |T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| Rnd..Icon.Name......init..AC....HP....Hands...........Status ..1....m..Mictian.....5...17...17/18..Nothing.........Riding Sargon .NA....s..Sargon......5...16...13/13..None............OK ..1....p..Perry.......4...17...18/18..Nothing.........OK ..2....r..Ranger.....18...16...31/31..2xShort Sword...OK ..2....1..Figure 1...18...15...??/??..Morningstar.....40% miss chance ..2....2..Figure 2...17...15...??/??..Morningstar.....40% miss chance ..2....3..Figure 3...17...15...-4/2...Morningstar.....40% miss chance, Dying ..2....j..Jonathan...14...??...-2/??..Nothing.........Driving wagon, 3/4 cover .NA...hh..Horse 1....14...14...22/44..None............Wounded .NA...**..Horse 2....14...14...44/44..None............OK ..2....t..Tani.......13...14...11/20..Xbow(L).........Riding Faithful .NA....f..Faithful...13...13...13/13..None............OK ..2....g..Geral......12...18...16/16..Nothing.........OK ..2....4..Figure 4...11...15...??/??..Morningstar.....40% miss chance ..2....5..Figure 5...10...15...??/??..Morningstar.....40% miss chance .NA....l..Lania......NA...??...??/??..Nothing.........On wagon, under tarp .NA....b..Morgan.....NA...??...??/??..Nothing.........On wagon, under tarp [/font] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 26] Author : Aidan Pryde Date : 07-11-03 03:11 PM Title : End of Round 1 Easily remaining in his saddle, Mictian backs off from the threatening creature, and rides Sargon over near Tani before unleashing a bolt of arcane energy at the assailant that struck him. The magic fliess true to its nature and unerringly implants itself in the creature's chest, but fails to carry enough power to drop the foe. (Ranger is first up on round 2 :).) |T|T| |T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T| |T| |T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | |5|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |t| | | | | | |T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|m|p|W|W|j|h|h|T|T|T|T|T| |T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T| | |W|lbW|*|*|g|[color=red]3[/color]|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T| | |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |r|2|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|4|T|T|1| | | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|T|T| |T|T| | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | | |T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| Rnd..Icon.Name......init..AC....HP....Hands...........Status ..2....r..Ranger.....18...16...31/31..2xShort Sword...OK ..2....1..Figure 1...18...15...??/??..Morningstar.....40% miss chance ..2....2..Figure 2...17...15...??/??..Morningstar.....40% miss chance ..2....3..Figure 3...17...15...-4/2...Morningstar.....40% miss chance, [color=red]Dying[/color] ..2....j..Jonathan...14...??...-2/??..Nothing.........Driving wagon, 3/4 cover .NA...hh..Horse 1....14...14...22/44..None............Wounded .NA...**..Horse 2....14...14...44/44..None............OK ..2....t..Tani.......13...14...11/20..Xbow(L).........Riding Faithful .NA....f..Faithful...13...13...13/13..None............OK ..2....g..Geral......12...18...16/16..Nothing.........OK ..2....4..Figure 4...11...15...-2/??..Morningstar.....40% miss chance, Wounded ..2....5..Figure 5...10...15...??/??..Morningstar.....40% miss chance ..2....m..Mictian.....5...17...17/18..Nothing.........Riding Sargon .NA....s..Sargon......5...16...13/13..None............OK ..2....p..Perry.......4...17...18/18..Nothing.........OK .NA....l..Lania......NA...??...??/??..Nothing.........On wagon, under tarp .NA....b..Morgan.....NA...??...??/??..Nothing.........On wagon, under tarp -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 27] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 07-11-03 03:44 PM (OOC: Sorry for not being around yesterday. My hike ended in a few injuries, nothing major, but I spent the day recouping.) Tani grimaces at the feel of her warm blood soaking into her top from the wound in her shoulder. "[color=red]ATTACK!"[/COLOR] She yells at Perry's inquiry. "THEY SOUND LIKE GOBLINS!" She calls out to her friends, both repelled and fascinated by their attackers seemingly not being completely solid seeming. She focuses on the attacker in front of her, deftly moving Faithful so that the morningstar swinging toward her fails to connect. "By Yondalla's white garters!" Exclaims the halfling, perturbed at being attacked. "Take that!" She aims her crossbow at the dark and twisted goblin like creature in front of her, only to cry out in frustration when the creature manages to evade the bolt. Miss Probability = {45} (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=Tantris#48767) To Hit = {7} (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=Tantris#48768) :( (OOC: :confused: Can I cast Chill Touch on the bolt and then shoot at the creature, having the bolt discharge the spell when it hits something?) [FONT=courier new]|T|T| |T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T| |T| |T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | |5|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |t| | | | | | |T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|m|p|W|W|j|h|h|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T| | |W|lbW|*|*|g|3|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T| | |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |r|2|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|4|T|T|1| | | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|T|T| |T|T| | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | | |T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|[/FONT] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 28] Author : griffin27 Date : 07-12-03 02:21 PM [color=silver](ooc.. sorry for the hold up.)[/color] "That's the way Geral!" Ranger shouts as the monk knocks one of the shadowy foes to the ground. Hearing the halflings shouting about goblin Ranger says, "goblins? They are like none I've ever seen. They seem part shade." His blades whirl as he focuses his attacks on the nearest enemy (#2, full round attack). {{To hit= 22 (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=ranger#48826)}} {{Concealment = 25% (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=ranger#48827)}} {{To hit = 23 (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=ranger#48828)}} {{concealment = 77% (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=ranger#48829)}} {{Damage= 6 (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=ranger#48830)}} Ranger curses as his first strike is true but seems to cut through nothing but air. His second strike finds flesh and cuts deeply. Ranger then steps back to protect Geral from the other shadow lurking in the woods. (ooc... if #2 drops, declaring dodge against #1. Otherwise dodge vs #2 for AC 17.) [font=courier] |T|T| |T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T| |T| |T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | |5|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |t| | | | | | |T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|m|p|W|W|j|h|h|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T| | |W|lbW|*|*|g|3|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T| | |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | |r|x|2|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|4|T|T|1| | | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|T|T| |T|T| | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | | |T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| [/font] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 29] Author : Aidan Pryde Date : 07-12-03 03:50 PM Title : Round 2, part 1 Ranger calls out encouragement towards Geral and notes the creatures' nature for the halflings, all the while stabbing at the creature in front of him. He is disappointed as his first swing hits only the creature's shadow, but the second bites deeply into flesh, causing the creature to grunt in pain, but it manages to remain standing. The stalwart man keeps his target in his sights as he backs up in an attempt to give Geral a bit of protection from the first creature. Unfortunately, he apparently keeps his eyes on the creature just a moment too long, turning to see the first creature just as its morningstar impacts his armor with an impressive "Thud!". The blow staggers Ranger momentarily, but he manages to recover quickly. ([color=blue]6 damage to Ranger.[/color]) Seeing its assailant back up into the center of the roadway, the creature struck by Ranger sends a few more choice expletives his way before quickly moving through the edge of the forest to engage Geral, but the nimble monk expertly dodges out of the way of the creature's swing. In the interim, Jonathan has apparently found what he was looking for, as he cries out, "Ah ha!" and reappears above the edge of the wagon, pointing a heavy crossbow at the nearest creature. He pulls the trigger and frowns as the bolt sails straight through where he thought the creature was. Jonathan's near-miss is shortly followed up by another shot from Tani at the nearest creature. Unfortunately, she leaves a small opening in her defenses as she lines up the shot, and the goblinoid figure takes advantage of this, striking the hapless halfling, but it fails to do any serious damage as it was apparently not completely ready for such an opportunity. Still, the damage proves enough to throw off Tani's aim, and her bolt sails wide of the mark. ([color=blue]1 damage to Tani, need a ride check DC 5 to stay in saddle.[/color]). (That brings up Geral :).) |T|T| |T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T| |T| |T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | |5|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |t| | | | | | |T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|m|p|W|W|W|h|h|T|2|T|T|T| |T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T| | |W|lbj|*|*|g|[color=red]3[/color]|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T| | |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | |r| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|4|T|T|1| | | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|T|T| |T|T| | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | | |T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| Rnd..Icon.Name......init..AC....HP....Hands...........Status ..2....g..Geral......12...18...16/16..Nothing.........OK ..2....4..Figure 4...11...15...-2/??..Morningstar.....40% miss chance, Wounded ..2....5..Figure 5...10...15...??/??..Morningstar.....40% miss chance ..2....m..Mictian.....5...17...17/18..Nothing.........Riding Sargon .NA....s..Sargon......5...16...13/13..None............OK ..2....p..Perry.......4...17...18/18..Nothing.........OK ..3....r..Ranger.....18...16...25/31..2xShort Sword...OK ..3....1..Figure 1...18...15...??/??..Morningstar.....40% miss chance ..3....2..Figure 2...17...15...-6/??..Morningstar.....40% miss chance, Wounded ..3....3..Figure 3...17...15...-5/2...Morningstar.....40% miss chance, [color=red]Dying[/color] ..3....j..Jonathan...14...??...-2/??..Xbow(U).........Driving wagon, 1/2 cover .NA...hh..Horse 1....14...14...22/44..None............Wounded .NA...**..Horse 2....14...14...44/44..None............OK ..3....t..Tani.......13...14...10/20..Xbow(L).........Riding Faithful .NA....f..Faithful...13...13...13/13..None............OK .NA....l..Lania......NA...??...??/??..Nothing.........On wagon, under tarp .NA....b..Morgan.....NA...??...??/??..Nothing.........On wagon, under tarp ([color=red]OOC[/color]: Aka: Sorry, but chill touch isn't a spell that can be cast through a weapon. The only spell I know of that lets you do something like that is Flame Arrow. I'm sure you'll manage to cope somehow though :). Hope you're feeling better from the hiking injuries too, that's never fun.) -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 30] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 07-12-03 05:11 PM [color=silver](OOC: Okay, I feel dumb. I forgot that I'm on a battle steed. I'm assuming Faithful would attack right after Tani's initiative. As for the fall, I'm healing up quick, thankfully! Although my left thigh is actually black :( )[/color] [size=3]"Eeeaaiii!"[/size] Tani screams into the face of the goblinoid, causing it to almost miss her, but not quite. She sucks in her breath and fights to keep in the saddle. She suddenly remembers just how valuable Faithful is and gives him his head. He squeals in anger, striking out at the goblinoid in front of him with his hooves. Unfortunately, the creature manages to avoid the sharp hooves. Ride Check = {16} (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=Tantris#48844) Miss Chance = {60} (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=Tantris#48845) Miss Chance = {20} (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=Tantris#48847) To Hit = {10} (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=Tantris#48846) -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 31] Author : Aidan Pryde Date : 07-13-03 01:04 AM Title : Experience total clarifications [color=red]OOC[/color]: Well, I apparently can't add :). Anyways, i rechecked the experience totals that everyone has, and most of you have more than indicated on your curent sheets, except escher, he seems to be trying to steal a few ;). Here's the list of awards and totals thus far: [font=courier new]2/26/03 ........1250 xp each for keep ........250 xp Perry/Tani/Geral for RP ........150 xp Mictian/Ranger for RP 3/6/03 ........150 xp Tani/Geral for RP ........100 xp Ranger for RP ........75 xp Perry for RP ........50 xp Mictian for RP 3/10/03 ........100 xp Mictian/Tani for RP ........125 xp Perry for RP 3/13/03 ........100 xp Geral for RP 3/21/03 ........500 xp each for defeating worg 4/5/03 ........300 xp to all for RP 5/4/03 ........400 xp Mictian/Ranger for Pixie ........350 xp Geral for same ........300 xp Tani/Perry for same 6/10/03 ........200 xp to all for RP/continued posting Totals: Tani:........1000 + 1250 + 250 + 150 + 100 + 500 + 300 + 300 + 200 =..4050 Perry:.......1000 + 1250 + 250 + 75 + 125 + 500 + 300 + 300 + 200 =...4000 Geral:.......1000 + 1250 + 250 + 150 + 100 + 500 + 300 + 350 + 200 =..4100 Mictian:.....1000 + 1250 + 150 + 50 + 100 + 500 + 300 + 400 + 200 =...3950 Ranger:......1000 + 1250 + 150 + 100 + 500 + 300 + 400 + 200 =........3900[/font] Also, I've readded the links to the world info in the appropriate post (hey, it's technically Sunday here. I never said which Sunday... ;)). Just in case anyone cares, I'm going to be working on the site a bit more in the next couple days, so most of the info will be available there. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 32] Author : escherblacksmith Date : 07-14-03 09:44 AM Title : xP [color=silver]OOC, yeah, I think I added twice in there somewhere . . . [/color] what was that other spell . . . errr, "Creetah-singwai" No, No, err . . . -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 33] Author : ryfte Date : 07-14-03 11:50 AM [font=courier] |T|T| |T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T| |T| |T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | |5|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |t| | | | | | |T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|m|p|W|W|W|h|h|T|2|T|T|T| |T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T| | |W|lbj| | |g|3|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T| | |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | |r| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|4|T|T|1| | | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|T|T| |T|T| | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | | |T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| Rnd..Icon.Name......init..AC....HP....Hands...........Status ..2....g..Geral......12...18...16/16..Nothing.........OK ..2....4..Figure 4...11...15...-2/??..Morningstar.....40% miss chance, Wounded ..2....5..Figure 5...10...15...??/??..Morningstar.....40% miss chance ..2....m..Mictian.....5...17...17/18..Nothing.........Riding Sargon .NA....s..Sargon......5...16...13/13..None............OK ..2....p..Perry.......4...17...18/18..Nothing.........OK ..3....r..Ranger.....18...16...25/31..2xShort Sword...OK ..3....1..Figure 1...18...15...??/??..Morningstar.....40% miss chance ..3....2..Figure 2...17...15...-6/??..Morningstar.....40% miss chance, Wounded ..3....3..Figure 3...17...15...-5/2...Morningstar.....40% miss chance, Dying ..3....j..Jonathan...14...??...-2/??..Xbow(U).........Driving wagon, 1/2 cover .NA...hh..Horse 1....14...14...22/44..None............Wounded .NA...**..Horse 2....14...14...44/44..None............OK ..3....t..Tani.......13...14...10/20..Xbow(L).........Riding Faithful .NA....f..Faithful...13...13...13/13..None............OK .NA....l..Lania......NA...??...??/??..Nothing.........On wagon, under tarp .NA....b..Morgan.....NA...??...??/??..Nothing.........On wagon, under tarp [/font] (OoC: Sorry about not posting over the weekend. I'm trying to spend a bit more time with the kids! ;)) As the goblinoid falls Geral takes a quick look around. [color=coral]Hmmm, the others need help...[/color] [color=darkblue]"Assist the others Ranger. I will deal with this creature!"[/color] Geral attempts to strike the goblinoid and fails. [color=coral]What? That strike should have...?!?! How did I miss?[/color] (OoC: Attack - 8... Miss - n/a Damage - n/a Attack - 21 Miss - 11% :( Damage - Nope Blech! :( ) -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 34] Author : Aidan Pryde Date : 07-14-03 05:13 PM Title : Round 2, Part 2 Remembering that Faithful has been trained for just such occurrences, Tani lets him have his head, and the war pony lashes out at the threatening creature before him. Unfortunately, the creature is just a bit too quick, and manages to stay out of harm's way for the time being. ([color=red]OOC[/color]: Just so you know, it normally requires a ride check for a war steed to attack, and still allow its rider an action, I'll just use the same one you rolled for staying in the saddle this time :). Also, mounts typically go on the rider's initiative, so you can put Faithful before or after your own action.) As the halflings are attempting to deal with the assailant towards the back of the wagon, Geral goes back into his attack routine, attempting to strike the shadowy figure before him. It manages to dodge deftly out of the way of the monk's first blow, and the second strike seems to hit nothing but the creature's shadow. ([color=red]OOC[/color]: Don't worry about it, it's always more important to spend time with family :).) The fourth figure then moves out of sight, into the woods, emerging moments later to flank Tani. The creature's sudden reappearance causes a momentary lapse in her defenses as the goblin-like creature strikes a telling blow down upon her. ([color=blue]6 points of damage to Tani.[/color]) The beleagured halfling is then struck again from the other side, as she has a hard time reacting to the opponents on opposite sides of her. The blow proves to be the last she is capable of taking, as she slumps forward, unconscious in her saddle. ([color=blue]Another 7 points of damage to Tani, you'll need to roll the 10% stabilization checks per round until someone heals you, or you succeed.[/color]) (That brings up Mictian, but Ranger can also post.) |T|T| |T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T| |T| |T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | |5|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |[color=red]t[/color]| | | | | | |T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|4|m|p|W|W|W|h|h|T|2|T|T|T| |T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T| | |W|lbj|*|*|g|[color=red]3[/color]|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T| | |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | |r| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|1| | | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|T|T| |T|T| | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | | |T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| Rnd..Icon.Name......init..AC....HP....Hands...........Status ..2....m..Mictian.....5...17...17/18..Nothing.........Riding Sargon .NA....s..Sargon......5...16...13/13..None............OK ..2....p..Perry.......4...17...18/18..Nothing.........OK ..3....r..Ranger.....18...16...25/31..2xShort Sword...OK ..3....1..Figure 1...18...15...??/??..Morningstar.....40% miss chance ..3....2..Figure 2...17...15...-6/??..Morningstar.....40% miss chance, Wounded ..3....3..Figure 3...17...15...-5/2...Morningstar.....40% miss chance, [color=red]Dying[/color] ..3....j..Jonathan...14...??...-2/??..Xbow(U).........Driving wagon, 1/2 cover .NA...hh..Horse 1....14...14...22/44..None............Wounded .NA...**..Horse 2....14...14...44/44..None............OK ..3....t..Tani.......13...14...-3/20..Xbow(L).........Riding Faithful, [color=red]Dying[/color] .NA....f..Faithful...13...13...13/13..None............OK ..3....g..Geral......12...18...16/16..Nothing.........OK ..3....4..Figure 4...11...15...-2/??..Morningstar.....40% miss chance, Wounded ..3....5..Figure 5...10...15...??/??..Morningstar.....40% miss chance .NA....l..Lania......NA...??...??/??..Nothing.........On wagon, under tarp .NA....b..Morgan.....NA...??...??/??..Nothing.........On wagon, under tarp -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 35] Author : escherblacksmith Date : 07-15-03 09:30 AM Angry at seeing Tani go down, Mictian pulls Sargon back a step preparing his next spell, "KERSH OBLIGEM!", his hands swirling as a small vortex opens in front of him and a large dog (medium-sized creature) appears in space in front of him and immediately attacks the shadow creature. The dog jumps at and then seemingly bites on nothing as it attempts to rend the creature. Attack = 7 (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=mictian#49202) Miss = N/A Damage = N/A In the meantime, Mictian pulls out his light crossbow and begins to load. [font=courier] |T|T| |T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T| |T| |T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | |5|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |t| | | | | | |T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|4|c|p|W|W|W|h|h|T|2|T|T|T| |T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T| |m|W|lbj|*|*|g|3|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T| | |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | |r| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|1| | | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|T|T| |T|T| | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | | |T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| Rnd..Icon.Name......init..AC....HP....Hands...........Status ..2....m..Mictian.....5...17...17/18..Nothing.........Riding Sargon .NA....s..Sargon......5...16...13/13..None............OK ..2....c..Celestial...5...16...13/13..None............OK (1/2 rounds) ..2....p..Perry.......4...17...18/18..Nothing.........OK ..3....r..Ranger.....18...16...25/31..2xShort Sword...OK ..3....1..Figure 1...18...15...??/??..Morningstar.....40% miss chance ..3....2..Figure 2...17...15...-6/??..Morningstar.....40% miss chance, Wounded ..3....3..Figure 3...17...15...-5/2...Morningstar.....40% miss chance, Dying ..3....j..Jonathan...14...??...-2/??..Xbow(U).........Driving wagon, 1/2 cover .NA...hh..Horse 1....14...14...22/44..None............Wounded .NA...**..Horse 2....14...14...44/44..None............OK ..3....t..Tani.......13...14...-3/20..Xbow(L).........Riding Faithful, Dying .NA....f..Faithful...13...13...13/13..None............OK ..3....g..Geral......12...18...16/16..Nothing.........OK ..3....4..Figure 4...11...15...-2/??..Morningstar.....40% miss chance, Wounded ..3....5..Figure 5...10...15...??/??..Morningstar.....40% miss chance .NA....l..Lania......NA...??...??/??..Nothing.........On wagon, under tarp .NA....b..Morgan.....NA...??...??/??..Nothing.........On wagon, under tarp [/font] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 36] Author : griffin27 Date : 07-15-03 01:16 PM Hearing that Tani is badly hurt Ranger leaps into action. Taking a stab at #1 his blade somehow manages to find flesh. {{]To hit = 15 (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=ranger#49223[/url)}} {{Concealment= 98% (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=ranger#49224)}} {{Damage= 7 (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=ranger#49225)}} He then risks his own life to rush to Tani's aid. [color=silver](ooc.. moves past #1 provoking AoO's from #1 & #3. Declaring dodge vs #1 so AC 17 vs #1, 16 vs #3.)[/color] [font=courier] |T|T| |T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T| |T| |T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | |5|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |t| | | | | | |T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|4|c|p|W|W|W|h|h|T|2|T|T|T| |T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T| |m|W|lbj|*|*|g|3|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T| | |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|r|x|x|x|x|x|X| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|1| | | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|T|T| |T|T| | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | | |T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| [/font] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 37] Author : Aidan Pryde Date : 07-15-03 03:27 PM Title : End of Round 2, beginning of Round 3 Seeing that Tani is badly injured, the angered Mictian pulls back a step, and beings the long process of casting a spell, continuing on with the words and gestures while the combat swirls about him. ([color=red]OOC[/color]: All the summon monster spells require 1 full round to cast, meaning they don't come into effect until your next turn, so the celestial dog won't appear until then. Also, you can't do anything else until you've completed the action, other than take the 5 foot step you did.) Also seeing Tani's condition, Perry calls out, "Tani's hurt bad!" before drawing one of his daggers from his belt, throwing it at the northern-most attacker. In his haste to avenge Tani though, he misses the mark, and the dagger embeds itself in the tree beside the goblinoid. Seeing this, he draws his other dagger, and steps up to engage the shadowy creature, hoping to keep it away from Tani. Hearing the call about Tani's condition, Ranger takes one last stab at the creature before him. This time plunging his shortsword deep into the creature's flesh, eliciting an agonized cry from it, as it slumps to the ground when the sword is pulled from its body. Ranger then moves as quickly as he can in an attempt to engage the creatures threatening Tani. ([color=red]OOC[/color]: Number 3 is already dying, so it doesn't threaten, and you just put number 1 into negatives, so it also doesn't threaten, so no AoO's :). You can change your dodge target if you'd like.) Seeing two of its compatriots downed, the third creature at the front of the group finally loses its nerve, and turns and runs from the battle into the forest. ([color=blue]AoO for Geral.[/color]) Meanwhile, Jonathan spends the time cranking the mechanisms on his crossbow, readying it for another shot at the goblin-like creatures. (Need a stabilization check from Tani and Geral's action.) |T|T| |T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T| |T| |T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | |5|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |[color=red]t[/color]|p| | | | | |T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|4| | |W|W|W|h|h|T|T|T|T|T| |T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T| |m|W|lbj|*|*|g|[color=red]3[/color]|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T| | |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|r|T| | | | |r| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|[color=red]1[/color]| | | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|T|T| |T|T| | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | | |T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| Rnd..Icon.Name......init..AC....HP....Hands...........Status ..3....t..Tani.......13...14...-3/20..Xbow(L).........Riding Faithful, [color=red]Dying[/color] .NA....f..Faithful...13...13...13/13..None............OK ..3....g..Geral......12...18...16/16..Nothing.........OK ..3....4..Figure 4...11...15...-2/??..Morningstar.....40% miss chance, [color=orangered]Wounded[/color] ..3....5..Figure 5...10...15...??/??..Morningstar.....40% miss chance ..3....m..Mictian.....5...17...17/18..Nothing.........Riding Sargon, Casting, [color=orangered]Wounded[/color] .NA....s..Sargon......5...16...13/13..None............OK ..3....p..Perry.......4...17...18/18..Nothing.........OK ..4....r..Ranger.....18...16...25/31..2xShort Sword...[color=orangered]Wounded[/color] ..4....1..Figure 1...18...15...-1/6...Morningstar.....40% miss chance, [color=red]Dying[/color] ..4....2..Figure 2...17...15...-6/??..Morningstar.....40% miss chance, [color=orangered]Wounded[/color], Running away ..4....3..Figure 3...17...15...-5/2...Morningstar.....40% miss chance, [color=red]Dying[/color] ..4....j..Jonathan...14...??...-2/??..Xbow(L).........Driving wagon, 1/2 cover, [color=orangered]Wounded[/color] .NA...hh..Horse 1....14...14...22/44..None............[color=orangered]Wounded[/color] .NA...**..Horse 2....14...14...44/44..None............OK .NA....l..Lania......NA...??...??/??..Nothing.........On wagon, under tarp .NA....b..Morgan.....NA...??...??/??..Nothing.........On wagon, under tarp -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 38] Author : escherblacksmith Date : 07-15-03 04:08 PM [color=silver]oops, this is why I need to bring my books in to work . . .[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 39] Author : ryfte Date : 07-16-03 01:34 PM Geral attempts to strike the shadowy figure as it flees but is utterly unsuccessful and frowns as it quickly fades into the shadows of the woods. [color=coral]That "fairy" spoke of a shadow in the woods... Perhaps these are a small part of what she was speaking of?[/color] [color=darkblue]"Here, quickly, a potion!"[/color] Geral rushes over and pours a CLW potion into Tani. (OoC: I rolled in case you wanted it... ick... 2pts... I'd much rather you rolled it! ;)) -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 40] Author : Aidan Pryde Date : 07-16-03 05:42 PM Title : Round 3, Part 2 Geral's strike at the fleeing creature misses its mark, and the creature makes a clean getaway. While Tani remains motionless in her saddle, Faithful stamps uncertainly, unsure of what to do without direction from his rider. He allows Geral to approach, since he recognizes the monk as a friend. As Geral moves over to try to assist Tani he unstoppers a vial containing one of his cure potions, and begins to carefully pour it down the halfling's throat. ([color=red]OOC[/color]: Administering a potion to an unconscious character is a FRA, so you won't actually finish until your next action.) While this is going on, the fourth creature decides to attempt to disrupt Mictian's spell, but its inexpert swing goes wide, completely missing the halfling wizard. The final creature also shifts its focus, attempting to defend itself from the threatening Perry, but it too fails to connect with the quick halfling. Moments later, a strangled cry can be heard from the woods to the east, in the direction that the second creature fled. It is followed by a few harsh words in a language that none of you recognize. Mictian finally completes the incantations for his spell, and a celestial hound appears in the road next to Tani. The hound immediately moves to strike at the creature threatening its master, but fails to connect with its powerful bite. As the wizard is choosing his next action, Perry takes a stab at the creature next to him, this time managing to hit flesh, as his weapon elicits a small cry from the receiving creature. ([color=blue]Hit number 5 for 2 damage.[/color]) (Now Mictian's turn, already took care of the summoned creature's action for this turn. Ranger can also feel free to post.) |T|T| |T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T| |T| |T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | |5|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |[color=red]t[/color]|p| | | | | |T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| |g|W|W|W|h|h|T|T|T|T|T| |T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T|c|m|W|lbj|*|*| |[color=red]3[/color]|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T| | |T|T|T|T| |T|T|4|r|T| | | | | | |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|[color=red]1[/color]| | | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|T|T| |T|T| | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | | |T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| Rnd..Icon.Name......init..AC....HP....Hands...........Status ..3....m..Mictian.....5...17...17/18..Nothing.........Riding Sargon, [color=orangered]Wounded[/color] .NA....s..Sargon......5...16...13/13..None............OK ..4....r..Ranger.....18...16...25/31..2xShort Sword...[color=orangered]Wounded[/color] ..4....j..Jonathan...14...??...-2/??..Xbow(L).........Driving wagon, 1/2 cover, [color=orangered]Wounded[/color] .NA...hh..Horse 1....14...14...22/44..None............[color=orangered]Wounded[/color] .NA...**..Horse 2....14...14...44/44..None............OK ..4....t..Tani.......13...14...-4/20..Xbow(L).........Riding Faithful, [color=red]Dying[/color] .NA....f..Faithful...13...13...13/13..None............OK ..4....g..Geral......12...18...16/16..Nothing.........OK, Aiding Tani ..4....4..Figure 4...11...15...-2/??..Morningstar.....40% miss chance, [color=orangered]Wounded[/color] ..4....5..Figure 5...10...15...-2/??..Morningstar.....40% miss chance, [color=orangered]Wounded[/color] ..4....c..C. Hound....5...16...13/13..None............OK (1 round left) ..4....p..Perry.......4...17...18/18..Nothing.........OK ..4....1..Figure 1...18...15...-1/6...Morningstar.....40% miss chance, [color=red]Dying[/color] ..4....3..Figure 3...17...15...-5/2...Morningstar.....40% miss chance, [color=red]Dying[/color] .NA....l..Lania......NA...??...??/??..Nothing.........On wagon, under tarp .NA....b..Morgan.....NA...??...??/??..Nothing.........On wagon, under tarp -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 41] Author : escherblacksmith Date : 07-17-03 09:10 AM Not moving after the celestial hound appears, Mictian pulls a dagger and throws. [color=silver]OOC: I believe I can pull and throw in the same round as long as I don't move . . . right?[/color] Dagger Attack = 23 (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=mictian#49514) Dagger Dam = 3 (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=mictian#49515) Miss Perc = 24 (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=mictian#49516) Seeing the throw goes wide he contemplates his next spell . . . -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 42] Author : griffin27 Date : 07-17-03 11:01 AM Seeing that Geral is helping Tani, Ranger focuses his anger on the remaining shadow goblin. Stepping from around the tree he emerges from the brush like a ghost and quickly takes two stabs at the goblin. [color=silver](ooc... full round action. 5' step to flank and 2 attacks vs #4. Declare dodge vs #4 while I'm at it.)[/color] {{To hit = 25 (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=ranger#49524)}} {{Concealment = 16% (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=ranger#49525)}} "Curses! Why won't you die?" {{To hit = 12 (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=ranger#49526)}} In his rage he misses badly with his second swing. Hearing the short scream and voices from the east he calls out, "watch to the East!" [font=courier] |T|T| |T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T| |T| |T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | |5|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |t|p| | | | | |T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| |g|W|W|W|h|h|T|T|T|T|T| |T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T|c|m|W|lbj|*|*| |3|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T| | |T|T|T|T| |T|T|4|T|T| | | | | | |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|r|T|T|T|T|T|1| | | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|T|T| |T|T| | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | | |T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| Rnd..Icon.Name......init..AC....HP....Hands...........Status ..3....m..Mictian.....5...17...17/18..Nothing.........Riding Sargon, Wounded .NA....s..Sargon......5...16...13/13..None............OK ..4....r..Ranger.....18...16...25/31..2xShort Sword...Wounded ..4....j..Jonathan...14...??...-2/??..Xbow(L).........Driving wagon, 1/2 cover, Wounded .NA...hh..Horse 1....14...14...22/44..None............Wounded .NA...**..Horse 2....14...14...44/44..None............OK ..4....t..Tani.......13...14...-4/20..Xbow(L).........Riding Faithful, Dying .NA....f..Faithful...13...13...13/13..None............OK ..4....g..Geral......12...18...16/16..Nothing.........OK, Aiding Tani ..4....4..Figure 4...11...15...-2/??..Morningstar.....40% miss chance, Wounded ..4....5..Figure 5...10...15...-2/??..Morningstar.....40% miss chance, Wounded ..4....c..C. Hound....5...16...13/13..None............OK (1 round left) ..4....p..Perry.......4...17...18/18..Nothing.........OK ..4....1..Figure 1...18...15...-1/6...Morningstar.....40% miss chance, Dying ..4....3..Figure 3...17...15...-5/2...Morningstar.....40% miss chance, Dying .NA....l..Lania......NA...??...??/??..Nothing.........On wagon, under tarp .NA....b..Morgan.....NA...??...??/??..Nothing.........On wagon, under tarp-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- [/font] [color=red](ooc... edit: not that it matters but I included flanking with my rolls. Not sure if the Cel Hound will still be there on Ranger's init.)[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 43] Author : Aidan Pryde Date : 07-17-03 04:50 PM Title : Round 3 End, Round 4 Begin After his hound appears and attacks, Mictian holds his ground, drawing a dagger, and stabbing at the creature, but his aim is thwarted by the creature's shadowy nature. [color=silver](OOC: I switched you to just attacking instead of throwing, since I know a lot of people don't realize that a thrown weapon is still a ranged attack, and would draw an AoO. If you'd rather I switch it back, just let me know.)[/color] While Mictian and his hound are keeping the creature's attention, Ranger slips out of the underbrush to flank the creature, but even his improved position doesn't allow the warrior to get past the goblinoid's unnatural defenses, as his first swing slices through the creature's shadow, and his second is thrown off by his anger at the being. As he comes back up from reloading his crossbow, Jonathan looks around, but is unable to get a clear shot at either of the remaining creatures, so he goes back to watching the eastern forest, especially after Ranger's warning, and the sounds coming from that direction. Geral finishes pouring the potion carefully down Tani's throat, closing up some of her wounds, and bringing her back sputtering to the edge of consciousness. ([color=blue]Since you asked so nicely, I rolled for healing, healed 5 points, enough to bring Tani to an even 0.[/color]) (Geral still has a partial action, and a 5' step left this round, used his MEA to finish the potion.) |T|T| |T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T| |T| |T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | |5|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |[color=red]t[/color]|p| | | | | |T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| |g|W|W|W|h|h|T|T|T|T|T| |T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T|c|m|W|lbj|*|*| |[color=red]3[/color]|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T| | |T|T|T|T| |T|T|4|T|T| | | | | | |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T r|T|T|T|T|T|[color=red]1[/color]| | | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|T|T| |T|T| | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | | |T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| Rnd..Icon.Name......init..AC....HP....Hands...........Status ..4....g..Geral......12...18...16/16..Nothing.........OK ..4....4..Figure 4...11...15...-2/??..Morningstar.....40% miss chance, [color=orangered]Wounded[/color] ..4....5..Figure 5...10...15...-2/??..Morningstar.....40% miss chance, [color=orangered]Wounded[/color] ..4....c..C. Hound....5...16...13/13..None............OK (1 round left) ..4....p..Perry.......4...17...18/18..Nothing.........OK ..4....m..Mictian.....5...17...17/18..Nothing.........Riding Sargon, [color=orangered]Wounded[/color] .NA....s..Sargon......5...16...13/13..None............OK ..5....r..Ranger.....18...16...25/31..2xShort Sword...[color=orangered]Wounded[/color] ..5....j..Jonathan...14...??...-2/??..Xbow(L).........Driving wagon, 1/2 cover, [color=orangered]Wounded[/color] .NA...hh..Horse 1....14...14...22/44..None............[color=orangered]Wounded[/color] .NA...**..Horse 2....14...14...44/44..None............OK ..5....t..Tani.......13...14....0/20..Xbow(L).........Riding Faithful, [color=red]Disabled[/color] .NA....f..Faithful...13...13...13/13..None............OK ..5....1..Figure 1...18...15...-2/6...Morningstar.....40% miss chance, [color=red]Dying[/color] ..5....3..Figure 3...17...15...-6/2...Morningstar.....40% miss chance, [color=red]Dying[/color] .NA....l..Lania......NA...??...??/??..Nothing.........On wagon, under tarp .NA....b..Morgan.....NA...??...??/??..Nothing.........On wagon, under tarp -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 44] Author : ryfte Date : 07-18-03 09:44 AM Title : geral |T|T| |T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T| |T| |T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|g|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | |x|5|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|x|t|p| | | | | |T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|x|x|W|W|W|h|h|T|T|T|T|T| |T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T|c|m|W|lbj|*|*| |3|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T| | |T|T|T|T| |T|T|4|T|T| | | | | | |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T r|T|T|T|T|T|1| | | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|T|T| |T|T| | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | | |T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| Rnd..Icon.Name......init..AC....HP....Hands...........Status ..4....g..Geral......12...18...16/16..Nothing.........OK ..4....4..Figure 4...11...15...-2/??..Morningstar.....40% miss chance, Wounded ..4....5..Figure 5...10...15...-2/??..Morningstar.....40% miss chance, Wounded ..4....c..C. Hound....5...16...13/13..None............OK (1 round left) ..4....p..Perry.......4...17...18/18..Nothing.........OK ..4....m..Mictian.....5...17...17/18..Nothing.........Riding Sargon, Wounded .NA....s..Sargon......5...16...13/13..None............OK ..5....r..Ranger.....18...16...25/31..2xShort Sword...Wounded ..5....j..Jonathan...14...??...-2/??..Xbow(L).........Driving wagon, 1/2 cover, Wounded .NA...hh..Horse 1....14...14...22/44..None............Wounded .NA...**..Horse 2....14...14...44/44..None............OK ..5....t..Tani.......13...14....0/20..Xbow(L).........Riding Faithful, Disabled .NA....f..Faithful...13...13...13/13..None............OK ..5....1..Figure 1...18...15...-2/6...Morningstar.....40% miss chance, Dying ..5....3..Figure 3...17...15...-6/2...Morningstar.....40% miss chance, Dying .NA....l..Lania......NA...??...??/??..Nothing.........On wagon, under tarp .NA....b..Morgan.....NA...??...??/??..Nothing.........On wagon, under tarp Geral, seeing that Tani has stopped bleeding and seems to be breathing normally, leaps forward and around her tumbling behind the shadowy figure confronting Perry. [color=coral]We'll see if this creature can avoid both of us from opposite sides![/color] (OoC; Thanks for the heal roll! edit: Sorry about that, I rolled a 27 but then forgot to include it! :D) -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 45] Author : Aidan Pryde Date : 07-18-03 02:19 PM Title : Round 4, Part 2 After finishing pouring the potion down Tani's throat, Geral decides to test the skills of the goblinoid creature that Perry is keeping at bay. The agile monk moves in and tumbles behind the creature, setting up a flanking opportunity for both himself and Perry. ([color=blue]Need a tumble check from Geral, DC 15, to avoid AoO's.[/color]) Seeing themselves dangerously close to surrounded, the two remaining figures exchange a few words in goblin, the more northern one saying, "Holg says leave." To which, the other replies, "Good. Meet later." The two then follow their comrade into the depths of the forest, attempting to leave as few openings in their defenses as possible, while still moving at an abnormally fast speed. With the fourth figure disengaging to the south, and the fifth moving quickly to the east. ([color=blue]Geral gets an AoO vs #5, Ranger gets one vs. #4[/color]) Almost immediately thereafter, Jonathan informs the group, "I saw something move across the road to the southeast. Didn't get a good look though, it was moving pretty fast." |T|T| |T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T| |T| |T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|g|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |[color=red]t[/color]|p| | | | | |T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| | |W|W|W|h|h|T|T|T|T|T| |T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T|c|m|W|lbj|*|*| |[color=red]3[/color]|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T| | |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | | | |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T r|T|T|T|T|T|[color=red]1[/color]| | | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|T|T| |T|T| | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T| |T|T| |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T| |T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | | |T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | | | | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| | |T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T|T| Rnd..Icon.Name......init..AC....HP....Hands...........Status ..4....4..Figure 4...11...15...-2/??..Morningstar.....40% miss chance, [color=orangered]Wounded[/color] ..4....5..Figure 5...10...15...-2/??..Morningstar.....40% miss chance, [color=orangered]Wounded[/color] ..4....c..C. Hound....5...16...13/13..None............OK (1 round left) ..4....p..Perry.......4...17...18/18..Nothing.........OK ..4....m..Mictian.....5...17...17/18..Nothing.........Riding Sargon, [color=orangered]Wounded[/color] .NA....s..Sargon......5...16...13/13..None............OK ..5....r..Ranger.....18...16...25/31..2xShort Sword...[color=orangered]Wounded[/color] ..5....j..Jonathan...14...??...-2/??..Xbow(L).........Driving wagon, 1/2 cover, [color=orangered]Wounded[/color] .NA...hh..Horse 1....14...14...22/44..None............[color=orangered]Wounded[/color] .NA...**..Horse 2....14...14...44/44..None............OK ..5....t..Tani.......13...14....0/20..Xbow(L).........Riding Faithful, [color=red]Disabled[/color] .NA....f..Faithful...13...13...13/13..None............OK ..5....g..Geral......12...18...16/16..Nothing.........OK ..5....1..Figure 1...18...15...-2/6...Morningstar.....40% miss chance, [color=red]Dying[/color] ..5....3..Figure 3...17...15...-6/2...Morningstar.....40% miss chance, [color=red]Dying[/color] .NA....l..Lania......NA...??...??/??..Nothing.........On wagon, under tarp .NA....b..Morgan.....NA...??...??/??..Nothing.........On wagon, under tarp -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 46] Author : griffin27 Date : 07-18-03 03:15 PM {{AoO to hit = 16 (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=ranger#49729)}} {{Concealment = 16% (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=ranger#49730)}} Hoping to give the goblin a parting gift Ranger gets in a true strike but is foiled by the things shadowy nature. [color=silver](ooc... I'll add some RP later.)[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 47] Author : ryfte Date : 07-18-03 04:33 PM (OoC: Tumble-26 (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=geral#49684) Doh! Sorry about that... a 26 not a 27! Attack-21 (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=geral#49746) Miss-06% (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=geral#49747) ) Geral attempts to strike the retreating figure but the shadows yet again deceive his eyes and he misses a sure target. [color=coral]Ahhh! Horrible shadows through which I can't see![/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 48] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 07-18-03 10:43 PM [color=silver][b](OOC: :blush: I've corrected my XP total to reflect the actual total. I'm re-reading the Ride skill vs. battle. I always forget I have to roll a ride check in order to still attack. Sheesh! Remind me to get some ranks in Ride.)[/color] Stabilization Check = {81} (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=Tantris#49835) Ride check, to stay in saddle = {15} (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=Tantris#49836) Tani cries out as she's suddenly swarmed by goblinoids and feels the cruel stab of their weapons into her flesh. [color=firebrickred]"NOOOOO! HElpp..."[/color] She slumps over the saddle, her small frame dangling listlessly and her crossbow falling from her lax fingers to fall into the dirt. Blood follows to drip down her arm to the tip of her fingers, only to fall a few feet and splatter a small crater into the dirt. It is just a short time later when her eyes flutter open to the sight of confusion. It seems everyone is still in the heat of battle, but there doesn't seem to be any goblinoids in her direct line of sight. She pats Faithful, checking him over for any wounds, then frowns as she realizes her bow is on the ground. Well, that's never a good sign. She throws one leg over her war pony and falls to the ground, retrieving her weapon. She loads it and is quick to climb back up into the saddle. "EVERYONE OKAY?" She yells out to the rest of the group, her eyes searching out first her cousin and then Geral and Ranger. She looks toward Jonathan and the wagon with the children last, doing her best to ascertain what the situation is she's awoken to. Spot = {14} (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=Tantris#49837) -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 49] Author : Aidan Pryde Date : 07-20-03 01:29 AM Title : Aftermath (I'll drop out of combat rounds at this point, unless someone wants to do something where the timing might matter.) As Tani returns to the realm of the conscious, she glances around, seeing that her companions appear to have everything in hand. Moments later she gets to watch as the last of the shadowy beings break off. Climbing down off Faithful to grab her bow, she can feel the tenuous grip she has on consciousness, as her wounds restrict her mobility. ([color=red]OOC[/color]: Don't forget you're at 0hp, restricted to partial actions, and any strenuous activity will put you back to -1 and bleeding, I don't normally count just moving a single move as strenuous though.) The group is given a moment to catch their breath as the goblinoid creatures flee off into the forest, and the sounds previously heard from the east seem to have ceased. A muffled crying can be heard from under the tarp covering the back of the wagon, and Jonathan carefully replaces his crossbow under the seat he is sitting on. Jonathan then addresses the group, "What were those things? I've never seen such twisted creatures. I hope everyone is ok." At the last comment, he looks carefully around, trying to ascertain the full situation himself. Seeing everyone standing, he adds, "We should probably get moving again, I don't want to be caught here if they decide to bring more." (Will give XP after everyone has had a chance to post.) Rnd..Icon.Name......init..AC....HP....Hands...........Status .NA....g..Geral......12...18...16/16..Nothing.........OK .NA....m..Mictian.....5...17...17/18..Nothing.........Riding Sargon, [color=orangered]Wounded[/color] .NA....p..Perry.......4...17...18/18..Nothing.........OK .NA....r..Ranger.....18...16...25/31..2xShort Sword...[color=orangered]Wounded[/color] .NA....t..Tani.......13...14....0/20..Xbow(L).........Riding Faithful, [color=red]Disabled[/color] .NA....j..Jonathan...14...??...-2/??..Xbow(L).........Driving wagon, [color=orangered]Wounded[/color] .NA...hh..Horse 1....14...14...22/44..None............[color=orangered]Wounded[/color] .NA...**..Horse 2....14...14...44/44..None............OK .NA....f..Faithful...13...13...13/13..None............OK .NA....s..Sargon......5...16...13/13..None............OK .NA....l..Lania......NA...??...??/??..Nothing.........On wagon, under tarp .NA....b..Morgan.....NA...??...??/??..Nothing.........On wagon, under tarp -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 50] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 07-20-03 09:45 AM [color=silver](OOC: 0hp - gulp!)[/color] Tani doesn't say much, though she feels absolutely awful! The normally ebullient halfling is rather reserved and silent. She gives a nod of agreement with Jonathan's conclusion to continue moving. Once she's back on Faithful, she fishes out the small jar of healing salve that she has; liberally spreading it into the wounds she can reach. She gives a small sigh of relief as the warmth from the salve begins to penetrate into the wounds, driving deep into the muscles and sending little tingles through her arm. She'll ride up to the wagon and ask Lania to help spread the remaining salve on any spots she can't reach. Once done, with much heartfelt thanks, she'll drop back and resume her guard of the rear of the wagon. Healing Salve = {6} (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=Tantris#50064) [font=courier]I wonder what those creatures are. They don't look or sound like any goblins I've ever heard about. No wonder there aren't any merchant trains or wagons coming through from Bri Ili. Now the real question is, did we make it through because we're headed into Bri Ili and not back out again? Why are these creatures moving into new territory? What was wrong with their old place?"[/font] Such questions run through the halflings mind, keeping her occupied while her large, almond shaped green eyes search from one side of the forest to the other. Every once in awhile she'll whip around to scan the area behind her, heart aflutter, still a little jumpy from the earlier attack. She makes sure to keep her crossbow loaded, though the safety is on. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 51] Author : escherblacksmith Date : 07-21-03 10:58 AM Title : Mictian Watching the mystical hound disappearing into the same magical vortex from which it sprang, Mictian offers a silent thanks to the creature he summoned. Going to Tani, he pulls out his own salve for her to use. Seeing her seriousness, he attempts to lighten her spirits a little . . . "I know that you consider yourself a knight, but perhaps you needn't attack the whole goblin horde on your own." Giving a slight wink on the end to catch a smile if possible. "So . . . they are goblins or at least speak goblin, and organized, I don't recall seeing goblins react in that way in the past . . . their shadowy nature and speed . . . something magical, but I am not sure if I recall . . . hmmmm, maybe I have a spell for that . . ." Arcane Knowledge = 17 (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=mictian#50188) "and someone or something named 'Holg' is there leader . . . perhaps even the creature you saw in the woods ranger" -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 52] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 07-23-03 09:17 AM Tani is grateful for Mictian's offer to use his salve. "Let's wait until we reach Bri Ili. I don't want to use it all up and then need some more if we run into those foul creatures again before the city." Enjoying her vantage point from atop Faithful, she gives him a pat on the head, laughing at the look on his face as he gives her a look. She perks up a little when her cousin starts to banter with her. She quickly responds to his quip about taking on the entire goblin hord by herself. "You just want me to stick around so you can have some chance of picking the red marble off of me." She deftly reaches into her pocket and produces the red marble they've been playing 'marble snatch' with. Just as quickly as the red marble appears, it disappears back into her pocket. When he becomes serious and begins talking about the goblinoids and their behavior, she listens closely, but there isn't anything she can really add to the conversation. "I'm afraid these are the first goblins I've ever met, so I don't know much about them. I'm glad to hear they're not the norm. Something should really be done to stop them from spreading out. It would be absolutely horrible if these goblinoids taught the rest how to do the shadow/magic thing. What do the rest of you think? Since Jonathan is spending the next few months in Bri Ili, we can find out what is going on out here in the forest and fix it. I mean, if we don't, what will Jonathan and the other merchants do? They'll end up trapped there and the city will eventually become completely isolated. Hey, do you think that could be part of the goblinoids plan? If the city becomes isolated, they can terrorize them or move in at will..." Caught up, the halfling begins to ramble, filling up the silences with sound; until she realizes just where she still is and shuts her mouth with a click. "Perhaps I'll just be quiet and pay attention until we get to Bri Ili." She busily checks to make sure the bolt in her crossbow is properly placed before continuing to search the forest for danger. Spot = {9} (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=Tantris#50607) Listen = {15} (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=Tantris#50608) -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 53] Author : griffin27 Date : 07-23-03 11:36 AM (ooc... which way did the goblins flee? East or West?) Ranger keeps his swords in hand and after a worried look at Tani, to make sure she's okay, he moves back out in front and watches warily to the east. "These woods are full of fell beasts. First a talking acid spitting wolf and now these shadow goblins. Who knows what other unnatural creatures lurk out there." Hearing Jonathon, Ranger calls out loudly, "yes. If everyone is ready let's get going. Make room in the cart for Tani. She should lie down and rest." -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 54] Author : Aidan Pryde Date : 07-23-03 03:10 PM As the sounds of battle quickly die away, the party sets about getting everything back in order. Lania finally emerges from under the tarp on the wagon to look around. Seeing that it is safe, she retrieves a sniffling Morgan from underneath as well. She glady assists Tani with the application of the soothing healing salve, which does wonders for the halfling woman's condition. While Tani is busy dealing with her wounds, Mictian takes a moment to reflect upon the nature of the creatures they fought, but is unable to determine what kind of magic could produce such creatures. The group keeps a sharp watch for the rest of the day, but the remainder of the forest road passes quietly, and the company finds itself on the edge of more plains, with the road leading towards a city visible on the horizon. Knowing that the group would likely not make it the rest of the way that night without serious consequences, Jonathan calls a halt and sees to setting up a camp. The evening passes, with a cool breeze coming from the east, refreshing everyone's spirits, as the meal is cooked about a fire, and watches are set for the night. During the night, there are several starts, as the sentries are still a bit edgy from the day's events, but the sounds turn out to be nothing more than an owl, or other nocturnal animal, uninterested in disturbing such a large group. Finally, after a peaceful night, everyone is awakened, refreshed, and ready to complete the journey to the city. Jonathan informs everyone over breakfast, "The city on the horizon over there is Bri Ili. I don't expect that it will take us more than a few hours to get there. It looks like it's going to be a fairly warm day though, so you should try to dress lightly. There won't be any trees to shade us from the sun." (I need spot checks from everyone, and you can RP whatever you'd like between the fight and the morning :). Oh, and the goblin-creatures fled into the forest to the east.) ----- XP ---- For defeating the shadow goblins, everyone gets 500 xp. For RP, Mictian, Ranger, Geral and Tani get an additional 250 xp. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 55] Author : griffin27 Date : 07-23-03 03:18 PM Ranger is badly tempted to search deeper into the woods where the screams came from. There could be another victim of the goblins out there. But his first responsibility is to the group and they are a bit too battered for such a risk. After such a harrowing night Ranger is clearly tired. The sight of Bri Ili raises his spirits slightly and he's eager to be off. The sooner he's away from the cursed wood the better. {{Spot= 18 (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=ranger#50695)}} -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 56] Author : ryfte Date : 07-23-03 05:00 PM Title : Geral Fenner As they continue towards their destination Geral turns to Tani, "Where are we headed after that? We could return here and explore this area... It seems our services might be wanted! Perhaps there will be some more information at Bri Ili... After all, anything which interferes with trade usually has a reward associated with it..." [font=century]Besides... I just didn't like those creatures at all...[/font] Geral frowns slightly at the passing thought. Watching the lines of dust bounce off of his body as it bounces off of him he loses himself in meditation as they continue. A short while later the children tug at his sleeve, "We're bored! Isn't there some game you know how to play?" They both look at him expectantly, "Uhhh... Hummm, Hey Tani! You know any games?" -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 57] Author : griffin27 Date : 07-24-03 03:18 PM "Oh no, don't let her teach those poor children anything," Ranger jokes over his shoulder as they walk, "she's a bad influence on anybody." -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 58] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 07-24-03 03:27 PM Spot = {7} (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=Tantris#50907) :nonono: Tani is shocked at Ranger's suggestion that she lie down. "WHAT!?! I can still do my job, honest. Faithful will protect me, won't you boyo." She leans over and gives him a vigorous scratching along his neck and smiles disarmingly in everyone's direction. She doesn't like the thought of being a liability or of appearing weak. [FONT=courier new]Who knows whether those foul creatures are keeping their eyes on us and watching our every move.[/FONT] She waves her crossbow threateningly at the forest, just in case any of them are watching right now. The next morning Tani is completely enthralled, hanging from Geral's every move, especially since he mentioned the word 'reward.' "You're right! We simply must check into this more and see if there is some way we can help rid this sad city of the deadly threat it is under. We'll find out everything we need to know in Bri Ili and then go forth to conquer and vanquish these foul fiends..." She continues on in a similar vein for quite awhile. "We'll be known as hero's in Bri Ili. After this, I'm sure we'll have finally done enough to earn ourselves a name." She's referring back to a conversation they had when they first got together over whether or not they deserved to have a name for their group. She's hoping that perhaps now is the time they were waiting for. "We could be the 'Shadow Dancers.' Uh, maybe not. I seem to recall something about a group already called that. How about 'The Avengers,' or 'The Dark Marauders,' or perhaps..." Her voice fades as she allows herself to fall back to the end of the wagon line. She should be paying attention, but with Bri Ili so close, her brain has been taken up with thoughts of profits, names, deals to be made and information to be sought out; such things as searching the forest for signs of danger are forgotten for the moment. She gets a mischievous look in her deep green eyes when Geral calls out asking if she knows of any games. In response to Ranger, she playfully sticks out her tongue. "Yes, I do," she tells the tall monk. She rides up and begins explaining the rules of the game to both Morgan and Lania. "You see, the winner is simply the one who can make Geral actually messy. Mictian, Perry, and I have been trying for weeks now." She reaches out to mess up the Zenythri's hair. It immediately falls right back into place, not a hair out of place. "See," she says to the kids. "Now you try." Yes, there is definitely a mischievous look in her eyes & she can't help but laugh at the dawning look of horror in his. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 59] Author : griffin27 Date : 07-24-03 03:38 PM Griffin: :rofl: Ranger: :rolleyes: -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 60] Author : ryfte Date : 07-24-03 05:47 PM (OoC: Hmmm I think I'm stunned... :bow: :rofl: Very funny Aka!) -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 61] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 07-24-03 06:05 PM ;) -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 62] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 07-26-03 10:34 AM She lets Faithful fall back into his spot, about fifteen feet behind the wagon. Her eyes sparkle and she can't help but laugh as the two kids take up her challenge and begin to leap onto Geral and try to mess him up. Morgan especially gets into the spirit of the game and whoops in delight. Tani begins to whistle a gay tune to herself, quite pleased with how she's handled the situation. [FONT=courier new]He looks quite perplexed with what to do.[/FONT] Her whistle is chocked off by a snort of laughter, but quickly resumed. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 63] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 07-28-03 03:29 PM "What? Doesn't anyone beside Morgan and Lania like my game?" There is a decided twinkle in the halflings eyes. "I'll sure be glad to get to Bri Ili and deliver all our goods. So Jonathan, what's good to eat there?" -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 64] Author : griffin27 Date : 07-28-03 05:02 PM I wish we could keep the kids under cover of the wagon until we clear these woods. Same with Tani but she'd never hold still. Despite the healing draughts, she was badly hurt back there. Ranger stoicly strides well out in front of the wagon and others keeping his eyes peeled for more trouble. He doesn't breath easy until everyone is well and clear of the woods. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 65] Author : ryfte Date : 07-29-03 11:59 AM Title : Geral Fenner "Ack!!!! Hey, wait... No... But... Uff... Auugghh!" Geral sputters and snorts as the children swarm him. For a few moments the wagons seat looks like an odd creature made up of flailing arms and legs. Moments later Geral is seated neatly and calmly holding one of the children out at arms length by their collars, "Now children, sometimes Tani doesn't have very good ideas..." Geral glances back at the halfling whose chortling is thinly disguised. "If we roughouse up here one of you may fall beneath the wagon or horses! I meant that perhaps there would be some songs perhaps that Tani might know or some game such as "Edge of Chaos" that we might play... Well, now that I think about it that one's probably not going to work out with any of you... You're already so chaotic that it wouldn't be any challenge at all!" Geral looks at the others one by one, "Come now, do none of you know of ANY games or songs at all? I've got a number of songs myself and would be happy to share them with you. They are songs of beauty about perfectly edged buildings and a wonderfully kept garden or a fool in the court who actually tripped! By accident! I know a story of a boy who tried to catch a gorb and was instead caught himself? What do you think?" -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 66] Author : griffin27 Date : 07-29-03 12:16 PM Curious Ranger calls back over his shoulder, "what's a gorb?" -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 67] Author : ryfte Date : 07-29-03 02:05 PM Title : Geral Fenner Calling ahead, Geral replies to Ranger, "They're a squat slimy creature which makes an odd chirping and croaking sound. They live in marshy areas mostly, they're amphibious and eat pests and insects. This particular story has a gorb of immense size however..." Geral smiles, a small curve to his mouth, and continues, "Children often catch them as pets... and this one just didn't want to get caught! Of course the child had no idea he would be the creatures next meal!" -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 68] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 07-29-03 03:21 PM "I know a rousing drinking song. It's about two men fighting over this woman, who really isn't wearing much at all..." her voice trails away and she begins to giggle again when Geral throws her 'a look.' "But I think your story would probably be more appropriate right now. Mine always sounds better after a few ales." Tantris listens, but doesn't interrupt the story. She can't help but think to herself that his 'gorb' sounds an awful lot like the frogs she's used too. Every once in awhile, when she thinks no one is looking, she'll rub at her shoulder and the left side of her ribs. [FONT=courier new]I must learn to duck faster next time.[/FONT] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 69] Author : griffin27 Date : 07-29-03 03:35 PM {{spot = 27 (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=ranger#51328)}} [color=silver](ooc... dang! Wasted a nat 20 on a rp roll.[/color] Ranger catches Tani wincing and shifting in obvious pain. Stopping he says, "you must lie down and rest from here to Bri Ili. You're hurt still." He then looks to Jonathon and the others for support knowing that the willful woman is too stubborn for her own good. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 70] Author : ryfte Date : 07-29-03 11:53 PM Title : Geral Fenner "What!?!? Come now Tani! I did not know you were still injured!" Geral rummages in his sack for a moment and then pulls out another flask, "I've still got another spare after this one. Here, drink this!" Geral reaches over and hands her the potion. "I apologize for my lack of sensitivity." -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 71] Author : griffin27 Date : 07-30-03 09:40 AM "I don't think that's needed Geral. She just needs to lie down and rest. The saddle is no place for her after coming so close to... uh. Anyway, don't blame yourself Geral. Tani is a sly one. She almost hid her pain from all of us." -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 72] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 07-30-03 11:32 AM Tani doesn't want the others to make a big fuss over her, and she knows how precious healing draughts can be. [FONT=courier new]It's probably smarter to save it until someone is dying and the need is great![/FONT] She can clearly recall Perry and Geral both almost dying and she doesn't want to risk using up something that they could need more later. She also doesn't want to be the weak link in the group and is worried at not being able to pull her own weight. Bluff = {20} (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=Tantris#51442) "That's okay Geral, really. Mictian already offered me his salve, but we're so close to Bri Ili it seems a shame to waste it. I'm good enough to still do my job." She playfully sticks her tongue out at Ranger. "I don't think those Darklings will attack us again, not this close to the city. I'll rest up once the potions and the sword have been delivered safely. If you're really worried you can buy me a drink at the tavern tonight." Now she simply looks eager. The thought of finally sitting down to a real meal and relaxing among friends, even making new friends, has her hoping they reach town soon! "Once we've rested up in town and are resupplied, we can come back out here and hunt for these Darklings. Does anyone know how long we should plan to be out here? It would help when planning how many supplies we'll need." Already she's turning her mind to shopping. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 73] Author : griffin27 Date : 07-30-03 12:16 PM Shaking his head at the stubborn woman, Ranger sighs and says, "as you will. For a return hunting trip I'd say pack for seven to ten days. If we're longer than that, the woods are still bountiful with water and game." He then returns to the front and resumes his duties until town. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 74] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 07-30-03 12:46 PM Tani blows a kiss at Ranger's back when he returns to scouting out the trail ahead. Laughter dances in her eyes and she hopes he likes the wolf carving she gave him. [FONT=courier new]Since I'm going shopping, I might as well see if I can find everyone something. I wonder what each one would like...[/FONT] Her mind is wrapped up in the shopping trip. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 75] Author : Aidan Pryde Date : 08-01-03 02:34 AM The children are kept well amused by accosting Geral as well as his stories, and are again in high spirits as the group sets up camp. Following the night, they awaken in the morning with the rest of the group, and Lania assists in the preparation of breakfast, again proving a skilled cook. Following the cleanup after breakfast, and as everything is being packed, Ranger spots a small group of mounted people approaching from the east. He brings this to the attention of the rest of the group, and watches carefully as the mounted beings ride closer at a reasonable rate, not riding overly hard to get to the group. When Jonathan is told of the group, he pulls out a spyglass, and peers at the approaching riders, eventually noting, "Well, they are wearing the insignia of the king's army, so it should be safe." When the riders finally get close, they rein in their horses, and the lead rider moves slowly towards the group. As she approaches, the sharper eyes in the group manage to pick out that she is a woman, red-haired, riding a well-trained white steed. She approaches close enough to speak easily to the group, hailing, "Well met travellers, you are an unexpected sight. Has the road through the forest finally been cleared?" Her voice is commanding, and the scars visible upon her arms are obvious testaments to her experiences. But the most unusual thing that is to be noted are her eyes, as her left eye is a brilliant green, but the right is a cool shade of blue, a very unusual combination. She waits patiently for an answer, though she looks primarily towards Ranger as he is the most obviously martial member of the group. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 76] Author : escherblacksmith Date : 08-01-03 05:17 PM Having his crossbow out while riding Sargon, Mictian is (as usual) lost in thought about the days battle and what spells he would use next time . . . Let's see, the hound wasn't around very long, hmmm, maybe something for the blade, something to get past their magics at least. Except for the missing them part, they really didn't seem that magical . . . odd . . . hey, why is the wagon stopped . . He and Sargon ride past the wagon some and see the sortie that has come to greet them. While their leader asks her question, Mictian tries to decide what language to answer it in, completely oblivious to the fact that she is talking to Ranger . . . -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 77] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 08-01-03 08:54 PM Tani, as usual, has her crossbow loaded and ready to go, though she does keep the safety on while riding through the forest. She watches from her position on Faithful at the rear of the wagon, letting Ranger and the others handle the situation without her help, for now. She is surprised at the woman's question though. [FONT=courier new]She's the one wearing the King's insignia. Shouldn't she be the one in charge of clearing the roads instead of asking if a simple merchants wagon has done so? Seems a little strange. Well, maybe there's a reward for taking care of these Darklings.[/FONT] Thoughts of how much the reward could be and what hero's they would be for making the roads safe again dance through her head. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 78] Author : ryfte Date : 08-01-03 09:46 PM Title : Geral [font=century]Hmmm, she looks to be a fine warrior. If they've had problems then I may have indeed been correct about needing the forest swept for miscreants. Tani will be ecstatic if we're actually able to find a job so quickly! Of course we must find someone to care for the children first. Then we shall mete out the justice the foul creatures truly deserve... I wonder if there is some way to defeat that shadowlike effect surrounding them... Perhaps if I hone my senses further it would help...[/font] Geral glances back at the forest [font=century]I wonder if Jonathan will want an escort back the other way?[/font] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 79] Author : griffin27 Date : 08-02-03 03:55 PM "Well met m'lady," Ranger hails in reply, "I am called Ranger and with my companions we are guiding the merchant Jonathon to Bri Ili. As for the road through the wood, it is anything but clear. Our troop only barely escaped with our lives and cargo intact. In fact, we've added a pair of children who's parents fell victim to ambush. If you wish I would be willing to meet with your commanding officer and give him or her a full briefing of all we've seen and discovered. And if a reward of some kind were offered, we might be willing to venture back into the woods." -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 80] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 08-04-03 07:39 PM Tani can't help but wonder why these folks haven't tried to keep the forest trails clear. She glances at both Morgan and Lania, trying to see what they're reaction is to these newcomers. [FONT=courier new]If they're from the same city, perhaps the children might recognize one of them.[/FONT] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 81] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 08-07-03 03:27 PM [color=silver]Bump[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 82] Author : escherblacksmith Date : 08-11-03 11:05 AM "Indeed milady . . . ur Captain . . . umm officer . . . at any rate we did see many a curious thing and fended off a very organized attack by goblinoids with strange magics . . . and that curious talking wolf thing, quite vile and not a little bit smelly. In fact it reminded me of a cousin I had who had gone a trifle feral in the summer he spent with the lads who were patrolling another forest not unlike this one, although it didn't have the aforementioned 'darklings', I think is what the pixie told us, I did mention the pixie, didn't I?, well at any rate this cousin got a little bit lost and . . . I'm sorry? Oh, I suppose you don't need to hear about my extended family . . . speaking of which, back there is my Cousin Tani, who was not the feral one, although sometimes it is hard to tell the difference, now back to the Pixie, she was something I have not seen in sometime and did this wonderful trick with being invisibile and . . . " [color=silver]OOC -- he will keep going until interrupted by another person ;-)}[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 83] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 08-11-03 04:01 PM Tani, upon hearing her name, waves vigorously from her position at the rear of the wagon train, a big grin plastered across her face. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 84] Author : Aidan Pryde Date : 08-12-03 01:44 AM The woman responds to Ranger, "Ah, that is most unfortunate news. I am Sergeant Rhea, and am second in command of the forces stationed at Bri Ili. Still, it is a good sign that you are here atleast, perhaps the problems in the forest will be able to be resolved after all. I'm sure Commander Tavin would be happy to meet with you at your earliest convenience. I don't know about any reward offers, but you might wish to check in at the keep within the city about such matters. Our force is completely seperate from the city's government, and our orders generally have little to do with the city itself. Even so, any news you may bring would be welcome to our commander." She continues, "As we are near the end of our patrol, we would be glad to escort your group the remainder of the way to the city, though the plains between the city and the forest have very little activity and are safe to travel within." Mictian pipes in, and Rhea frowns a bit, trying to follow the halfling's rambling conversation, but it is obvious that she isn't used to such a jumble of words and ideas as those being presented. She does smile and nod as Tani waves at hearing her name. Eventually, Jonathan chimes in, stemming the tide of Mictian's words by responding to the woman's query, "Indeed, we would certainly be grateful for the additional escort, as yesterday was the worst we have yet faced, and I'm sure my companions would welcome the chance to gain a little more rest from those events." Rhea then nods, waiting to make sure that there are no other questions or responses forthcoming. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 85] Author : griffin27 Date : 08-12-03 10:14 AM "Certainly," Ranger adds, "lead on Sergeant Rhea. Unless you have more pressing duties to look after." -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 86] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 08-12-03 12:23 PM Tani will gladly follow along, waiting for the first chance when one of the new soldiers falls back close enough to begin a conversation. She'll introduce herself, than begins to get to know the person by asking what Bri Ili is like, how long they've been there, what they like best. She'll also carefully look over each person with an eye toward what they seem to have plenty of verses what they may be lacking, the merchant in her assessing the opportunities that may become available at any moment. She doesn't put her crossbow away or do anything that would draw attention to it, happy to visit and eager to draw out any information the soldiers care to give. Gather Info = {18} (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=Tantris#53348) -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 87] Author : escherblacksmith Date : 08-14-03 10:32 AM Mictian a trifle miffed at being interrupted, is quickly distracted by Sargon jumping off of the path to smell somthing. Herding him back to the wagon, he will follow to one side until they get to town. well, she is certainly very nice, although she seemed a trifle confused, perhaps I should have offered a more laymans definition to things, of course humans have always seemed easily confused. but she being a military woman I would have thought would be more in tune as it were with the world around her. Indeed she looked a lot like my own mother when I would patiently try to explain what I had been doing for those weeks I was roaming as a child . . . -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 88] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 08-22-03 08:56 AM Tani continues to ask questions while thoughts of wheeling and dealing run through her head. "Excuse me, but when are we going to stop for lunch? I'm starving!" Since she's always hungry, that isn't news to any of her traveling partners, and certainly isn't news to Mictian. She knows if she says something, soon both Mictian and Perry will join her in her queries and they should stop soon. Her stomach gives a loud growl, as if to say its fair share on the matter. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 89] Author : escherblacksmith Date : 08-26-03 09:56 AM At his cousin's mentioning of food, Mictian's stomach begins to rumble in preparation for some sort of repast. Looking at the city in the distance, it somehow seems farther away then previously. "Yes, indeed, perhaps a little repast before we get to town might be just the thing . . . eh, ranger?" -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 90] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 08-28-03 11:20 AM Tani, stomach growling and protesting quite loudly, takes matters into her own hands and deftly talks Jonathan into pulling the wagon over for a lunch break. It doesn't take long for everyone to run through their routine and soon a cheery fire is roasting up a rabbit one of the soldiers caught earlier. She takes the opportunity to feed and water Faithful, giving him a little treat and making sure he's comfortable. "Hey, Mictian, what do you think they're doing back at home right now? Do you think this is what they had in mind for us when we set out? We should send them a letter telling them all about that fascinating Keep we visited. You remember, the one with the slime pit. I wonder if anything else has moved in since we've left? We'll also have to tell them about that wierd wolf we met. How do you think he learned to talk like that?" -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 91] Author : griffin27 Date : 08-28-03 12:18 PM Ranger rolls his eyes and shakes his head wearily but resigns himself to stopping for a brief lunch. Of course the city is so close that he'd like to press on but he knows better than to argue with Tani and Mictian so when they want to stop it's easier to just give in. "Halflings make for slow traveling companions," he grumbles jokingly to Geral as Tani and Mic begin working on a small cookfire, "but they do amazing things with roast rabbit." -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 92] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 09-03-03 06:39 AM Tani waste little time in organizing the camp for a quick lunch. She keeps quite busy between running around to help and talking to every soldier who is willing to chat with her. She's eager to learn everything she can about Bri Ili and the surrounding countryside. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 93] Author : ryfte Date : 09-03-03 09:32 AM [color=silver]System was down... I'll be back to posting now... :D[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 94] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 09-03-03 10:11 AM [COLOR=silver](OOC: Ryfte: Most of your games seem to be on hold this week. Aidan says he'll be back soon & Guido is gone, so you've plenty of time to catch up. ;) I figured we'd banter around the fire over lunch while waiting.)[/COLOR] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 95] Author : griffin27 Date : 09-04-03 01:23 PM Ranger takes a comfortable seat with his back against a nearby tree. With troops nearby and some distance between himself and that dark fell wood, Ranger drops his guard and tries to relax. But between watching Tani flit around and Mictian's constant chatter Ranger is suddenly feeling very tired. Stifling a yawn he asks, "what are you cooking Tani? It smells good." -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 96] Author : Aidan Pryde Date : 09-05-03 01:11 AM [color=silver](OOC: Sorry about the big delay in my posting this update. I'm still working out some RL issues, but I'm hoping I can get back to a fairly regular update of atleast this game. Thanks for being such a great group and sticking it out :).)[/color] At Ranger's acknowledgement, Sergeant Rhea gives a hand signal, and the other soldiers with her move up, taking positions around the perimeter of the camp, as they watch while Jonathan finishes packing up, and gets the wagon moving once again. Now that the group of riders has joined them, it is easy to make out that most are probably career soldiers, wearing heavier armors than would most militia or city guards would own. Counting Rhea, the unit appears to be comprised of six core riders with a seventh acting as a scout, as he is wearing lighter armor, and riding a somewhat smaller, though swifter looking, mount. When the command to move out is finally given, this observation proves to be true, as the man gives a salute before riding ahead several hundred yards of the group, keeping a sharp lookout in front of the main group. The group of riders easily keeps pace with the slower wagon, staying in a roughly circular formation, encircling the travelers, and keeping a professional watch out for any signs of dangers. Given their positions, and desire to maintain a good lookout, Tani finds it hard to get any of them to talk with her while they are riding, even her noraml charms failing to break through the years of training these men have had. As the morning moves on, the city of Bri Ili looms ever closer, and some of the larger buildings can be made out. The most impressive sight is the large castle situated upon a rise near the center of the city. A huge structure, the exterior walls appear to be atleast 30 feet high, topped with battlements, and a number of towers. It easily dwarfs the small outpost that Gilhhara possessed, and there is no doubting that it is the centerpiece of the city. As the time moves closer to noon, the city walls themselves become more apparent, relatively low, but still an impressive barrier of stone, they appear to surround the entire city, keeping those inside protected from any predators that might wander the plains. At Tani's mention of a meal, Jonathan thinks to mention that the group is nearly to the city, but thinks better of it, knowing her ability to talk others into her way. He eventually concedes, and asks one of the soldiers to convey the decision to Sergeant Rhea. Surprisingly, the sergeant agrees to a break, and sets her men to taking care of the horses while the halflings set about cooking up some food. Tani finally gets to ask some of her questions over the meal, speaking with several of the men, she finds that while on break, they can be quite friendly. They tell her that this particular unit has been together for nearly ten years, with the sergeant being the newest addition. They are quite happy in Bri Ili, and consider it a welcoming place, with a fair variety of activities available. Conversation meanders along over the meal, and the group finds that the road through the forest haas been effectively closed for several weeks now, though that, in itself, doesn't pose much of a threat to the city, as the majority of the city's staples are provided by farms within the protected radius of the regular patrols. It has, however, prompted many merchants to raise prices on more exotic goods as the supply has dwindled. The surrounding country is mostly farms in the immediate are of the city, with those eventually giving way to open plains to the east and south, and forest to the west and north. The plains are largely untamed and unexplored, while the forest to the north is the realm of various groups of elves, and the west is believed to be the home of many tribes of goblins and orcs. After the meal is completed, the soldiers go back to their previous positions and the trek to the city is resumed, finishing a little over an hour later as the group is brought to the city gate, which is currently swung open, allowing any to pass freely through. Sergeant Rhea finally speaks up again, signalling her men into the city and addressing Jonathan, "We'll be going to the barracks now, but you are free to conduct your business here as you see fit." She then turns to Ranger, "And if you wish to meet with Commander Tavin, you are welcome to present yourself at the barracks once you've settled in wherever you're planning on staying. Just go up the main road to the castle, and tell the guards there that I sent you, they'll direct you to his offices." She then gives the group a salute before turning and riding up the road with her unit, towards the castle. Jonathan nods and waves briefly to the soldier before turning to your group, "Well, I'm certainly glad to have had you all along with me through that forest. I need to go take care of some business with the merchant's guild, then get to my shop, but there's no need for you to remain with me for that, as it will likely take the remainder of the day." He then pulls out several pouches from under the seat of the wagon, handing one to each person in turn, then saying, "That is the remainder of your payment for the escort, and I'll definitely keep you in mind for the next journey I make, though it will be several months beofre that will happen. Please feel free to stop by my shop anytime, you'll always be welcome. If there's nothing else, I'll let you be on your ways, perhaps you can find some adventure of your own." He smiles broadly at the last, a definite hint of envy in his eyes, and waits to make sure there aren't any questions for him before he moves on. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 97] Author : griffin27 Date : 09-05-03 01:24 PM Ranger thanks Jonathon for the work and friendship over the past few weeks and then shakes the merchant's hand in farewell. Turning to the others he says, "so. Who wants to meet with Commander Tavin about those shadow goblins? Shall we go now or do we want to get settled and have a look around first?' He can pretty much guess what Tani and Mctian will say, especially since it's been a while since their last meal, but if Geral wants to see the commander right away then Ranger will go with. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 98] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 09-06-03 01:11 AM [color=silver](OOC: Welcome back Aidan!!! Of course, it would be at the same time I'm having to be away for a week, lol. I'll be gone until the 15th, so please NPC Tani. She'll want to buy/sell trade items, though the ones she'll buy will have to be small items that she can carry. Sorry I have to be gone when this starts back up. Again, welcome back!!!!!)[/color] Tani is thrilled with the chance to talk to the soldiers during the lunch break. She is impressed with their sense of duty and their companionship amongst each other. With the subject of the road being closed and merchants raising their prices on certain wares being discussed, her ears strain to hear every word as she pries into what goods are in demand and what is glutting the market. She can't help but remember the soap she bought and wonders if that's one of the items that she could purchase inexpensively here and sell for a profit elsewhere. Gather Info = {23} (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=Tantris#58499) She queries the soldiers skillfully. She is also interested in them personally, and will ask question about what they do in their spare time, what their families are like, what living in Bri Ili is like. After lunch she walks Faithful beside the wagon, talking idly to the children and Perry. Once they get to the city, her eyes eagerly take in everything. When it comes time to accept her final payment from Jonathan, there are tears in her eyes that threaten to spill over but never do. "Do you want us to come with you in taking the kids to their relatives?" If not, she'll say her goodbyes. Turning to Ranger, she answers him, "I gladly want to go with you to see Commander Tavin about those shadow goblins, but I have an errand to run first. I need to deliver this sword and this potion pack. You're more than welcome to come with me, or we can pick out an Inn to meet at in a short while. We can probably go see the Commander right after that. Does that sound okay with you?" She looks from face to face, her eyes bright and eager to get going. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 99] Author : griffin27 Date : 09-08-03 01:17 PM Ranger says a silent prayer for the poor kids, having forgotten about them in all the commotion of arriving in the city at last. He's sure that they'll be fine with their relatives but knows that it will be hard going without their parents. To Tani he says with a shrug, "sure, we can drop off the sword and then find an inn. It's not like the Commander is expecting us. As long as we don't wait until the end of the day to see him. He probably won't like being dragged out of bed or away from his supper." -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 100] Author : escherblacksmith Date : 09-09-03 11:20 AM "Profit first, eh cousin?" Mictian smiles at the thought of Tani haggling. Having a seeming memory tantalize him for a bit, Mictian wonders who he has forgotten. "Of course the young humans, who will be seeing to them?", However since the wagon is rolling off, this seems to have been already taken care of. "Well, they will be fine in this town, I wonder if their parents are alive somewhere . . . perhaps being held prisoner . . . that could be something to look into. But yes I would agree we should talk to that Commander person to see if we can help." Mictian follows along amiably in whatever direction the group is heading, mentally working on the needed supplies for some spells he wanted to work on. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 101] Author : Aidan Pryde Date : 09-12-03 11:41 PM Paying close attention to the conversations around the meal, Tani finds that most of the men willing to be a bit more forthcoming are single and relatively young, with sergeant Rhea being both the oldest, and most experienced of the riders. The rest of the men are in their mid-thirties, and most expect to be career soldiers. They are quite happy with their station in Bri Ili, saying that it is well run, and a fairly peaceful city. They enjoy relaxation when they get the chance, especially spending a bit of time at some of the city's bars. They don't talk much about any shortages in the city, and even when questioned directly, they can't think of more than a handful of luxury items that are in significantly shorter supply than normal, mostly things like silks and some of the more exotic fruits that are usually imported from Kesaigh Shur. It seems that the lives of the soldiers and average citizens haven't been affected very much at this stage, though a few of the guards speculate that if things continue the way they are, more people will begin to notice. At the city, Jonathan shakes Ranger's hand, noting that he was very pleased with the way the trek was handled. The merchant looks a bit surprised at Tani's mention of the children though, commenting, "Well, I had figured that you would be wanting to take them yourself. There might be a reward for them, and I wouldn't want to deprive you of that. Plus, I have much to take care of this afternoon, and would be hard pressed to do more than find them someone else to escort them to their relatives. I'd imagine they'd be more comfortable with you taking them as well." Lania perks up at the mention of herself and her brother, "If it's too much trouble, I can manage to find the way myself. I don't want us to be any more of a burden than we already have been. But I do thank you for all that you've done for us." She smiles, though it seems she is near tears and is fighting mightily to keep them back in an effort to avoid upsetting Morgan. After the issue of the children is taken care of, Jonathan once again waves, then heads into the city to deal with his own matters. (Semi-OOC: Each person's pouch from Jonathan contains 50pp. Just so you know what you got for payment whenever you get around to looking :).) -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 102] Author : ryfte Date : 09-13-03 06:08 PM Title : Geral Fenner [color=silver]Not sure how to step back in here... ;)[/color] Feeling slightly directionless now that they've finally reached there destination, "I think I'll explore the city a bit. Where will we be staying? I'll meet you all there later unless anyone wants to come with me?" Geral wanders the city learning where the different shops and buildings are. Ahhh, no more orderly than the last. Actually worse I suppose as it's much larger! -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 103] Author : escherblacksmith Date : 09-17-03 09:11 AM [color=silver] I had thought we would be continuing our care . . . ;-)[/color] "Ah, no youngsters, it is no trouble at all to find your family, and I would consider myself most ungracious if I wouldn't be handling it personally, really, in fact if it ever became even suspected that I or any kin of mine would do such a thing, why the heavens would open and the offender whisked away to somewhere very unpleasant, not as unpleasant as certain areas, but a great deal more than other areas, if'n you get my meaning . . . " Seeing the confused look on the girls face, he continues. If not actually comforting the girl, then at least distracting her enough to keep fears and pain at bay. "Now, what are your proper names? So that me may begin the search in earnest, perhaps after talking to the nice commander of this hamlet." -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 104] Author : griffin27 Date : 09-17-03 10:37 AM "I suppose we have some time to spare. No reason for us to not see the kids safely to an aunt or uncle," Ranger says, "but let's find lodging at an inn first. Then we can go about our business and know where to meet later. How about the ? I've heard good things about ." -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 105] Author : Aidan Pryde Date : 09-19-03 07:58 PM [color=silver]Yay, Aka's back :). Time to get moving again, Dopple may be joining us with a replacement for Perry, just so everyone knows.[/color] Lania smiles at Mictian's rambling, as she manages to pick out enough of his meaning to discern that he intends to help her and her brother in getting to a relative's place. She looks a bit confused for a moment at his final question before she finally comprehends what exactly is being asked, "Oh. Proper names, well, our family name is Fletcher. But, I know our aunt and her husband run a small inn in the merchant's district. The 'Carriage Inn', if I remember it right, it has been a while since we visited there, so I don't remember exactly where it is." While Mictian is talking to Lania, Ranger and Geral discuss meeting places and exploration of the city. Having never been here before, neither of them have any idea as to good places to stay, but there are a few obvious inns within easy view of the city entrance, the two most notable of which are the 'Traveller's Rest' and another with only a sign proclaiming 'Inn'. Neither looks to be terribly up-scale, if anything they would be described as nondescript, lacking any real indications of the level of service one could expect there. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 106] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 09-22-03 05:11 PM [color=silver](OOC: I'm back & I missed everyone! And we got paid, WAHOO!! Aidan: I finally located where I know your name from… Deryni series… if you only knew how long that's been driving me nuts.[/color] :heehee Tani is more than happy to take the children off Jonathan's hands, though she feels a bit startled at his joke of her wanting a reward for the children & feels the joke in poor taste. While she does love the thrill of wheeling and dealing, she would never stoop to such a level as dealing in 'people!' She knows Jonathan only means to tease her though, so she lets any hurt feelings slide from her as she impulsively hugs him goodbye. She gives Mictian an odd look. "Why don't we let Lania lead the way and we'll follow her. I'm sure she knows where her relatives live." She looks over at the packs on Faithful, wanting to deliver them before anything happens to them, but deciding the children are more important. "I can deliver the goods after we see these two safely in the arms of their loving family. Hey, Ranger, seems our fortunes are looking up. Let's go check out the Carriage Inn." She heads on down the road, stopping to ask directions to the Carriage Inn & to find out if anyone knows of the Fletcher family. Gather Info = {10} (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=Tantris#61467) -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 107] Author : griffin27 Date : 09-22-03 05:55 PM "That sounds like a solid plan to me," agrees Ranger, "we can deliver the kids and hopefully get a room all in one trip." And check out this aunt and uncle. If they're cruel people I won't leave the kids with them. He tags along with Tani to the Carriage Inn then to the smithy for the sword delivery, and finally to the Barracks for a meeting with the commander, if it's not too late in the day. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 108] Author : Aidan Pryde Date : 09-24-03 01:48 AM [color=silver](Deryni series? No clue on that, the handle is actually based on a Battletech character, been using it since I started out on BBS's back in the day. Man, I feel old now... Anyhow, back to the game :).)[/color] Lania happily leads the group down some of the roads towards what she referred to as the merchant's district. There isn't much trouble getting there, as the group stays along the central avenue they arrived on, heading towards the center of the large city, eventually turning off after going through the gate in an inner wall that appears to ring an older section of the city. While the entrance area of the city was fairly boisterous, this new district has many shops lining the streets, but none of the large bazaar-like outdoor markets that the group passed on the way into this area. Once in this area, Lania turns over leadership to Tani, who manages to get directions to the Carriage Inn out of an elderly man coming out of what appears to be a bakery, the scents wafting out after him only serve to further this belief. As the group presses on, Tani asks some other passerbys about the Fletcher family, but comes up largely empty-handed, as there appear to be a fair number of people with that last name, and many are completely unrelated. Eventually, the small group arrives at a small inn with a finely crafted sign reading 'Carriage Inn' below a gilded depiction of a carriage behind a team of horses. The place appears to be well-kept, and upon opening the door, the party is greeted by a small, but comfortably furnished common room. Walking in, they are greeted by a young man sitting behind a counter which partially obscures a closed doorway, probably leading to a kitchen. "Good afternoon folks, and welcome to the Carriage Inn. Are you in need of lodging?", he quips, and then waits for an answer. Lania just shakes her head and looks quizzically at the man, shrugging her shoulders at Tani and Ranger, as if to say she has no idea who he is. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 109] Author : griffin27 Date : 09-24-03 01:17 PM Not too surprised that Lania doesn't recognize the young man Ranger steps forward and says, "um, yes we do need lodging for the night at least. Possibly a while longer. But more pressing business must me taken care of first. Is the owner of the inn available?" -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 110] Author : Aidan Pryde Date : 09-24-03 05:52 PM The young man looks surprised at Ranger's question, nodding slowly, "Well, yes, they should be around. They normally like to relax in the afternoon, might I ask why you're interested in seeing them?" Meanwhile, after settling on the Carriage Inn as a good place to meet, Geral takes off to explore some of the city. As he suspected the city has a large aamount of disarray within its walls, but even in the chaos there is a semblance of order. In the time he has, he only manages to cover a small fraction of the city's area, but he finds that there are several main avenues that seem to converge near the center of the city, crossed by several iterations of walls marking the various expansion points of the city. Most of the gates along the inner walls are left open and unguarded, there being no reason for the city's guards to waste manpower on unnecessary checkpoints. He notices that most of the buildings near the center of the city are newer, and appear to be the houses of some of the wealthier families. Eventually, he comes across a section of the city near the center that has had new walls erected around it, and there are guards stationed outside the wrought iron gates. Approaching, he is challenged by one of the watchers, "Halt. This area is restricted to diplomatic members, what is your business here?" (OOC: escher: I'm not sure which way Mictian was going, I'll just assume he's with Tani, Ranger and Perry at the inn unless you'd rather he be somewhere else.) -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 111] Author : griffin27 Date : 09-25-03 11:16 AM "Well, can we say that we have some delicate business to discuss and leave it at that? If you fear to bother them we can perhaps come back later..." Ranger replies letting the last bit taper off. He's not wild about having the kids tagging along all day but if their aunt and uncle are cruel then he'll keep them as long as necessary. Ranger watches the young man's reactions to see if he can get some kind of read off him. Sense motive = 17 (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=ranger#61934) -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 112] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 09-25-03 12:23 PM [COLOR=silver](OOC: Aidan: Just let me know how much it cost to buy everyone treats at the bakery so I can deduct it from my pay.)[/COLOR] Tani cheerfully winds her way through the city. She breathes deep the scents surrounding her, glad to be back in civilization. She's also more careful about her money pouches and goods, keeping a close eye out for anyone interested in 'lifting' something they shouldn't. She impulsively buys everyone a cake or doughnut from the baker who kindly gives them directions. She enjoys every last crumb. She doesn't neglect Faithful, knowing his penchant for breads and pastries she also buys him one, allowing him to lick her fingers clean as if her were a dog instead of a war pony. Arriving at the Carraige Inn, she's pleased to discover it is clean and in decent shape. It speaks highly of the owners and gives her a measure of peace about leaving Lania and Morgan with them. She knows that the kids will probably be put to work in the Inn, if they're even accepted, and the condition of the Carraige Inn seems to lend itself to the belief that the kids will be treated with some kindness. She couldn't have born it if their relatives had turned out to be mean old ogre types who would work them to death and treated them with cruelty. She doesn't know what she would have done with them, but she is glad that it seems that won't be a decision she will have to make. [FONT=courier new]Seems they aren't very close relatives though. It's almost like Lania has never seen this place before. I wonder if that young man is her older cousin.[/FONT] She has a horrible moment when she wonders if the kids relatives sold the place and moved without their knowing it, but quickly rejects such a thought. "Please," she tells the young man. "We have some personal business with them and would like a chance to deal with it before we can finally relax in this fine establishment here. She hands the boy a gold piece. "If you could tell them that Lania Fletcher is here to see them." She doesn't indicate that she isn't Lania and she certainly doesn't point out the young girl. She figures that if the owners know Lania, they'll know which one she is from the group & be able to pick her out easily. If they don't know who Lania is, they'll simply assume the halfling is Lania. She mentally congratulates herself for her cleverness. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 113] Author : Aidan Pryde Date : 09-27-03 01:17 AM At Ranger's explanation, the young man looks hesitant, responding, "Um, well, I only just started working here last week, and I don't want to bother them if it's not important..." he trails off. Ranger gets the sense that the young man is telling the truth, and is merely trying to be thorough before getting the owners. Tani then steps forward, adding her own form of charm to Ranger's argument, and the young man seems to start a bit at the coin, but then pockets the coin, stammering, "O-oh. Y-yes, of course, please wait here a moment." He then turns and heads through the door behind the counter, which allows a brief glimpse of the kitchen area before the door swings shut behind his retreating form. A moment later, a second door can be heard opening and closing, then the relative quiet of the inn returns to normal. A few minutes later, the young man returns with a middle-aged woman, wearing a nice dress, who eyes the group before her for a moment, before finally settling on Lania. "Lania? My, you've grown these past few years, I hardly recognize you," she gushes and smiles broadly. Lania immediately smiles, and runs over to hug the woman, crying out, "Aunt Maggie!" She latches onto the older woman, bursting into tears. The older woman hugs the girl back, holding Lania for a few minutes while she sobs. Eventually Lania calms down, and lets go of her aunt, pulling back a little she notices the large wet spot she has left on the woman's dress, and threatens to break into tears again as she tries to apologize. The older woman just hugs Lania again, smiling, and tries to comfort her, "Now, now. Don't worry about it, it's nothing that can't be cleaned." She then turns to the rest of the party, "Oh, where are my manners, I'm Margaret Goodwin, one of the owners of this inn, though everyone calls me Maggie. Obviously much has happened, and I'm sure we have many things to talk about. If you'll follow me, we can go to a more comfortable place to sit, and I'll have the cook make us some tea." She continues, "Gregory can take any animals you have to the stables for now," indicating the young man who is just watching the scene unfold dumbfoundedly. He just nods in agreement, and moves to comply. She then opens the door into the kitchen, motioning for the rest of the group to follow her. Following Maggie, the group is led through the kitchen, where she pauses to ask the cook to bring some tea to the sitting room in a few minutes. She then continues through a door in the back, emptying out into a small, but neat, garden, then through another door into a smaller, seperate, building, that seems to be her house. Once inside, the group is offered seats in a small, but comfortable, room arranged for casual conversations. While the party is being seated, Lania and Morgan are led off by a younger woman, who is given instructions to see to them, and get them some new clothing. Once everyone is seated, and the tea is brought, she asks, "So, what brings you all here, and with my sister's daughter and son? I can't imagine you're the people who normally watch over them, given your clothing, no offense, but it is fairly utilitarian. That and the children seem to be in less than perfect shape." [color=silver](Akavasha: For treats for everyone, it costs 5 silver pieces. :).)[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 114] Author : griffin27 Date : 09-28-03 12:51 AM "A gold piece?" Ranger whispers in shock once Gregory has left the room, "that's a good week wages. Are you daft?" Upon the apprearence of Maggie, Ranger is greatly relieved. She immediately strikes him as a kind and tender person. He has no qualms of leaving the children now as they are clearly in good hands. Asked of their arrival he explains the trip through the woods and relates all of the troubles since finding the children and their wagon. He patiently lets Mictian and Tani chime in with details he overlooked but tries to get the story out as quickly as possible. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 115] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 09-29-03 06:28 PM Tani gives Ranger a startled look, her eyes turning to follow the young man. "I meant to give him a silver," she whispers guiltily to her human friend. She sighs, taking a small measure of comfort in knowing that Faithful will be well treated. She makes a note to let the young man know of her steed's penchant for breads sometime later on. She lets Ranger tell Aunt Maggie of how they met up with the children & brought them back to Bri Ili with them. After he's done, she fills in some of the more important details he left out, made more important because of the type of work the children's aunt and uncle are into. "Lania helped with the cooking and care of the camp. She's a good worker and didn't shirk anything that was asked of her. Little Morgan here was amazingly well behaved for such a young child and Lania took very good care of him." She knows that if Meggie accepts the children, they'll have to do chores around the Inn and she's hoping that putting in a good word will help sway matters. "They never did become a hindrance to any of us while on the road, including the time we were attacked. Both are well mannered and well behaved and I'm glad I got the chance to get to know each of them." She gives an impish smile to the young girl which brightens in response to her smile. She drinks her tea, sitting perched on the edge of her seat, unwilling to soil the cushions with her road-dusty clothes. Once everything has been settled concerning the children and where they will stay, Tani will inquire of Meggie as to where she can get cleaned up. She's decided to clean up before delivering the sword and the potions, so as to look a little more reputable. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 116] Author : Aidan Pryde Date : 10-04-03 12:26 AM [color=silver](I think you missed the part where the children left the group Aka :), no worries though, doesn't really affect anything.)[/color] Maggie listens carefully as Ranger and Tani relate their tale of finding the children, and the events that occurred on the rest of the journey, occasionally nodding or adding a quiet, "Oh, my." Once the two are finished with their tale, the middle-aged woman responds, "Well, I'm glad that you found them when you did. I shudder to think of what might have become of them if you hadn't stumbled across them when you did. It's also good to know that Lania was of some help to you, from what my sister had told me, she has a knack for cooking, I imagine it will help her cope somewhat with the situation. Obviously, I'll make sure they have a place to stay for now, until we can find out for sure what has become of my sister and her husband. I'd appreciate it if you could look into that matter, it would save me a great deal of trouble in finding someone else to do so, but I'll understand if you have other business to take care of. In any case, I'd like to thank you for bringing the children back safe. There's not much I can offer in terms of a reward, but I can offer you a pair of rooms for as long as you're in town, no charge of course, it's the least I can do." Once the conversation has died down, Tani inquires about a place to clean up so that she will be a bit more presentable for he deliveries. Maggie replies, "Well, there's a public bath just down the road, I'd imagine that would serve your purposes quite well, it's a nice place. Marie should be back with the children from there soon. I'll make sure that Gregory knows that you'll be staying here for a while, you can ask him if you need any information about the city or the surrounding area." -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 117] Author : griffin27 Date : 10-04-03 09:45 AM Just having been fed and watered has Ranger feeling much better. Standing he graciously thanks Maggie for her hospitality and wonderful cooking. He then turns to the others and says, "so, shall we deliver that sword and see the Commander?" He then asks Maggie if they can store their traveling things in a room. Just until the end of the day. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 118] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 10-04-03 03:18 PM [color=silver](OOC: I did miss the kids leaving the group. Doh!)[/color] Tani's eyes grow wide at the offer of free rooms and she is quick to graciously accept. She considers Maggie's request to look for the kids parents. "We are going to see the Commander concerning the source of these attacks in the forest. I can give you my word that we will keep an eye out for any information concerning the kids parents and if we come across them we would do our best to save them." She knows if it were her sister missing she would drop whatever she was doing to go out and search. She can see Maggie doesn't have that opportunity and imagines she must be incredibly worried. She turns her charm on Ranger, eyes bright as she gives him 'that look.' "My dear Ranger, of course we're going to deliver the sword and potions and see the Commander, right after we make a short stop at the public baths." Seeing his expression start to harden she hurries to make her case, "I would think the Commander would take us a bit more serious if we look a bit more presentable. It shouldn't take too long," she eyes him critically, noting all the dust and road grime covering him from head to foot. She doesn't look down, knowing she'll see a reflection of all that road dirt mirrored on herself. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 119] Author : Aidan Pryde Date : 10-05-03 01:50 AM [color=silver](Welcome to Mr. VanderMeer, who is going to be joining up so that Perry can be retired from his NPC status.)[/color] After settling business with Maggie, Tani, Mictian and Ranger decide to head over to the baths to get cleaned up for their business dealings, while Perry decides to do a little exploration on his own, saying, "I'm going to go see what kinds of fun there are around this city, I'll meet you back here later, but don't wait on me for your meetings." With that, the unusual halfling heads out in a direction opposite the others, wandering around the merchant's district, trying to find something interesting to do. Meanwhile, the others head to the bath-house, a relatively small, building just a short walk down the road from the inn. On the way, they pass the woman they saw earlier, heading back towards the inn with Lania and Morgan. The children appear to be very happy and are clothed in bright new outfits. Lania notices the group, and waves, yelling, "You going to the baths? Have fun, come see us later." She smiles broadly, and continues on, as her escort attempts to keep the boisterous youth heading in the right direction. After a nice cleansing, the group feels much better, and are ready to head off to take care of their delivery and meeting with the Commander. Unfortunately, when they arrive at the location given for the merchant Aeryn's shop, they find the place closed, with a small sign on the door indicating that it won't be open again until the next morning. After a bit of discussion, it is decided to continue on to the military barracks to meet with commander Tavin. As the group approaches the castle are in the center of the city, they can finally get some perspective on its size, as the walls surrounding the complex are nearly thirty feet high, and appear to be several feet thick. After explaining their business to the guards near the gate, they are allowed through, with some directions as to whhich building they need to go to. The inside of the walls is even more impressive, as the parade ground just inside stretches for several hundred feet before the first buildings, some of which appear to have their own surrounding walls, though nothing nearly as impressive a feat of engineering as the exterior. Without the directions given, it is easy to imagine wandering around lost for quite some time. Thankfully, the group does have specific directions, and they quickly find themselves at the door to the barracks building. Once the page near the door has determined what business you have there, he leads you to a room furnished with a table with a map of the surrounding area on it. Also in the room is an elven man with blond hair, seated in one of the many chairs surrounding the table. The page then says, "Thank you for waiting Mr. Arann, now that they have arrived, Commander Tavin will be here shortly." [color=silver]Mr. VanderMeer: You have been attempting to get an audience with the commander of the guard for a few days, since arriving in the city and hearing several rumors about the ambushes on the road through the forest. You have been met with little success, but earlier this afternoon, a courier brought you a message that the commander would be meeting with a small group about those problems, and you have been invited to attend. Showing up, you were shown into a room with several chairs around a table with a map of the area, and have been waiting for nearly two hours without any sign of the commander. Other than the pair of halflings escorted by a human were shown in a moment ago, there have been no other people allowed into the room.[/color] (I'll let you all chat a bit now :).) -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 120] Author : griffin27 Date : 10-05-03 01:59 AM Ranger fails to hide the sigh of relief and wry smile when they find the merchant is closed for the day. He probably avoided at least a few hours of shopping and he silently gives thanks to the merchant gods for closing early. Once they are led into the chamber for the meeting with Commander Tavin, Ranger nods a curt hello to the elf who is in there already. Since he is clearly not Tavin, Ranger says, "greetings. Looks like you have business with the Commander as well. I am called Ranger. This is Tani. The tall fellow is Geral, and over there is Mictian." -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 121] Author : Mr. VanderMeer Date : 10-06-03 03:13 AM [COLOR=silver]Hi everybody:[/COLOR] [FONT=courier new] Luhain Arann Male Wood Elf Fighter3 Chaotic Good -Rolls made as Luhain- Str 14 +2 Dex 18 +4 Con 12 +1 Int 12 +1 Wis 10 +0 Cha 10 +0 Hit Points 30 AC 19, Touch 14 , Flat 15 Init +4 BAB +3, Speed 30 (base 30, load 52,5wt ) Fort +4, Ref +5, Will +1 + 6 melee, MW Short Sword, 1d6+2, 19-20/x2 + 9 ranged, MW mighty+2 Comp. Longbow, 1d8+2, 20/x2, r110' or rapid shot: two attacks: +7/+7 Medium size, 5’4” tall, 137 wt, 132 yrs old Blonde hair, green eyes, pale skin Speaks Common, Elven and Draconic Skills +7 Climb (5) +5 Jump (3) +5 Ride (1) +3 Swim (1) +6 Hide (2cc) +6 Move Silent (2cc) +3 Search (0) +2 Spot (0) +2 Listen (0) Feats -Point Blank Shot -Precise Shot -Rapid Shot -Weapon Focus (Composite Longbow) Elven Traits -Immune to magic sleep -Saves vs. Enchantment +2 -Proficiency Swords/Bows -Listen/Search/Spot +2 -Special Search Fighter Abilities -Bonus feat at 1st level and every even level -Proficient with any armor, shield, simple and martial weapon -Weapon Specialization available at 4th level Possessions Masterwork Composite Longbow (mighty +2) (Back, 3wt)600gp Chain Shirt +1 (worn 25wt)1250gp Masterwork short sword (side, 3wt)310gp 60 arrows (quivers, 9wt)3gp Backpack (back, 2wt) 2gp Waterskin- water (belt, 4wt) 1gp Flint & Steel (backpack, 0wt) 1gp Trail Rations- 4 days (backpack, 4wt) 2gp 5xPotion of cure light wounds (backpack)250gp Pouch (backpack, .5wt)1gp Coins- 78gp, 20sp(2wt) 2 gems of 100gp each. Background The forests have been a good home to Luhain for most of his 132 years. It is there he became an expert with his mighty elven bow and it is there that he learned stealth. A staunch defender of the elven community, Luhain thought he would spend the rest of his life in the forest. And the thought frightened him. He was not like the other elves. The others were content with their lives, but Luhain had seen enough in the forests. How many trees do you need to see? Luhain thought it was time to spread his wings. He petitioned the elders for permission to leave. He told them he needed to see more of the world. He wanted to explore the civilizations of other intelligent races. After long deliberations the elders decided to let Luhain go. That was a short year ago. Luhain is a bit out of place outside of the forest. He had only heard of lands without trees everywhere. Now he is seeing them. And he is enjoying every minute. That there is so much variation is still astonishing to Luhain. Not the minute variation like between the leaves of two trees, but real differences. Humans, Halflings, Half Orcs, Dwarves, different races, different cultures. Luhain knows very little about them but is thoroughly fascinated. And all the different types of terrains, Luhain had never seen plains or mountains. One of the most intriguing things he has seen are cities. Huge gatherings of people from all races. Luhain can appreciate the beauty of them. He has decided to provide I for himself by joining groups of explorers, adventurers or mercenaries when possible. Being a very accurate archer and a not too shabby melee fighter has made this quite easy. Luhain is hoping to find a group of adventurers that he can hook up with for a longer period of time. Some people who could become friends. Description: Luhain is tall for an elf. His blonde hair hangs almost to his shoulders. He has an athletic build and is strong and tough. His sharp features are quite usual for elves. exp 4150 [/FONT] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 122] Author : Mr. VanderMeer Date : 10-06-03 03:16 AM "Hello, nice to meet you. My name is Luhain. I do indeed have bussiness with the commander. I expect it is the same as yours." Luhain proceeds to shake everybody's hand. "Perhaps the commander would like us to work together." -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 123] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 10-06-03 11:32 AM [color=silver](OOC: Mr.VanderMeer: Welcome!)[/color] Tani waves enthusiastically at Lania and Morgan as they hurry past. Noting the new finery, she gives a thumbs up signal. [FONT=courier new]Every girl loves to get a new outfit and after all those two have been through they deserve a little finery in their lives.[/FONT] She silently wishes them her best, knowing that while losing their parents is tragic, it could be worse in that they could be left out in the streets to be raised however they can manage it. She's glad they'll be getting a chance to have a normal life and a decent future. She yells back, "We will," in response to being invited to visit them later. She luxuriates in the waters of the bath house, thrilled to be clean once more. She would love to spend a long time wrapped in the waters embrace, but she can tell that Ranger and the others are growing impatient and so hurries her own ministrations. She's disappointed to see that Aeryn's shop is already closed for the day; finally deciding that perhaps a good nights sleep would be a better time for making business acquaintances. She misses seeing the relief on Ranger's face, which is a good thing since she hasn't played a prank in days and is feeling somewhat in need of a good laugh. She wants to take Faithful back to the stables, but allows herself to be swayed to instead go see the Commander first. She follows the group, looking avidly about her at all the buildings and people like some tourist. She wonders if Perry is enjoying the city as much as she is. She can't help but view each business they pass as a potential business or customer for her future business empire. She waves at small children and gives a friendly smile to any and all who meet her eyes. Arriving at the walls surrounding the complex, the three foot, one inch tall halfling cranes her neck up and up, until the wall seems to encompass her entire vision. While enormous, her practiced eye searches out areas that would make such a wall easily scalable to undesirables. She isn't looking for herself. She has no desire or need to sneak into such a complex. She looks instead with an eye toward seeing whether it's something she or someone like Perry could easily slip into, because if they can, almost anyone can and that may not be good for her future business dealings here. Or else she'll simply have to realize the need to hire extra muscle to protect her investments. She eagerly follows everyone else as they make their way through the myriad of hallways inside the castle. She tries to memorize the route so she can make a map of it later. Upon entering the map room she gives a small cry of delight at the sight of the detailed map on the table, running over to take the chair to Mr. Arann's left. She stands up on her tippi-toes so as to be able to see every square inch of the map. "Wow!" she breaths reverently. She's distracted by an elf shaking her hand and she turns to face him, noting they have almost the same color of eyes. [FONT=courier new]So you think we'll probably work together? That's fine, as long as you have a sense of humor.[/FONT] She can't imagine what will happen if he doesn't have a sense of humor and Perry gets hold of him. With a decided twinkle in her eyes she manages to swallow a laugh, instead throwing her arms around the elf like he was a long lost family member and hugging him hard. A part of her considers trying to pick his pocket, but the taller races don't always think that's funny and so she contents herself with confusing him all out of proportion to the situation. "Great! So what do you think the problem is and how do you plan on solving it." She turns her impish gaze full upon him, blinking innocently and trying to keep the corners of her mouth from drifting into a betraying smile. Bluff = {27} (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=Tantris#64092) (what a waste of a good 20 roll!) :rolleyes: -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 124] Author : Mr. VanderMeer Date : 10-06-03 12:00 PM "Eh, ehm, well... nice to meet you too. You are very friendly." Luhain is abit taken back by the exuberant welcome. "Actually I am not sure what the problem is and I don't have a solution. I just figured... well because we are here at the same time we might be here for the same reason. Maybe something about the ambushes?" Luhain looks questioningly at the others in the room, perhaps one of them would say something. If only they wouldn't look at him as if he knew anything more. "No really. Tani, is it right? I don't know anything. Well, it's not like I know nothing. but I mean about this situation. If it is a situation, that is.... Maybe the commander will know. What's taking him so long anyway?" Luhain turns his head towards the door as if anticipating the arrival of the commander at exactly that moment. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 125] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 10-06-03 12:17 PM Taking pity on the poor elf, Tani pats his hand as if a grandmother trying to pass on a little encouragement to one who is confused. "Well, seems there are some shadowy-like goblins in the forest, along with talking wolves and flying sprites. The sprite," she glances over at Mictian to make sure she's got it right. "is rather nice, but the others sure were nasty! I can't imagine why they'd want to isolate Bri Ili, but it seems they've done a fairly effective job of it. We brought in a pair of orphans this morning who had lost their parents to these mad attacks taking place in the forest." "And yes, Tantris Komidar at your services, though you may call me Tani." Her eyes hold a wealth of merriment and she seems ready and eager to tackle the problem before them. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 126] Author : griffin27 Date : 10-06-03 06:56 PM "It's best not to take her too seriously," Ranger says softly and with clear sympathy. He then takes a seat and makes himself comfortable. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 127] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 10-06-03 11:24 PM At that Tani's tinkling laugh rings forth. "Welcome to the group," she again shakes his hand, this time a bit more seriously. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 128] Author : Mr. VanderMeer Date : 10-08-03 09:23 AM "Orphans you say? I've always had a soft spot for children. They can't defend themselves. I think we'll have to make these shadowy goblins and speaking wolves pay for their crimes." -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 129] Author : Aidan Pryde Date : 10-13-03 09:34 PM [color=silver](Sorry for the delay, work has been hectic this past week, and it's not looking much better for this week, so I'm probably going to be sporadic. I'll hand out some RP experience in the next day or so, as soon as I go through my notes a bit.)[/color] After talking amongst yourselves for a few minutes, the door to the room once again opens. A middle-aged man with greying hair and striking blue eyes strides in, adorned in a military uniform bearing the crest of the ruling king. "Good afternoon, I am Commander Tavin, head of the city's military units. Sergeant Rhea told me that your group would be interested in seeing me. I have also invited mister Arann, as he has been looking for much the same information that my sergeant has told me you may have," he introduces himself in a firm baritone voice. He continues, "Obviously, reopening the road through the forest would greatly benefit this city. Unfortunately, we don't have the manpower to patrol the whole road, and there is not a decent outpost yet set up on the other end of the road to anchor a patrol from that end. Still, if we can gather enough information, we may be able to eliminate the threat at its source without risking too much manpower." "I know only a little about you and your exploits though, so, if you would be kind enough to go over what you know, I can attempt to answer any questions you have. If it seems feasible after that, perhaps yourselves and Mr. Arann could go on a reconnaissance mission for us," he completes as he takes one of the remaining seats around the table, and waits for the group to explain. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 130] Author : griffin27 Date : 10-15-03 11:20 AM Ranger quickly starts to give a brief recap of everything he saw on the trip before Tani or Mict can start rambling on and on. He makes sure to mention that someone, most likely a wood elf, was looking out for the two children they found. "So it likes like we have allies in the wood already. Perhaps if we can find them we might get more information for you." He then looks to the others for anything he might have missed or questions they might want to ask. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 131] Author : Mr. VanderMeer Date : 10-16-03 03:11 AM "I have no information to share yet. It has only been a short while since I arrived here. Coming from the woods myself, I know my people will fight for what is right, so your assumption about allies in teh woods might very well be correct." -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 132] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 10-20-03 03:52 PM [color=silver](OOC: I'm back! It doesn't look like I've missed too much. )[/color] Earlier Tani gives Luhain a serious nod at his mention of orphans. "Since the kids only saw their parents captured and taken away, there is a slight hope that they may yet be alive." The look in her eyes says that while that would be nice, she believes they are most likely dead and probably eaten or used in some horrendous religious ceremony. Her mind can come up with all sorts of vile and heinous ways the goblinoids could torture the two humans. No, she doesn't figure they had much of a chance and is only shocked that the children were overlooked; grateful, but surprised all the same. She looks over the Commander when he enters the room, deciding that she likes what she sees. He seems competent and appears to carries his authority with an easy grace, which she likes. She gives him a smile, though doesn't interrupt while Ranger gives the particulars. When he's finished, and seeing that no one else has anything more to add, she takes a deep breath, diving in. "What type of pay are we looking at and just how much can you outfit us to do this Reconnaissance Mission for you? We shouldn't require too much, just the normal supplies and any healing draughts you may have to spare." She continues without missing a beat, moving on to what the group can offer and exactly what the parameters of their job will entail. "We will keep an eye out for the children's parents and anyone else who may have been taken by these creatures and attempt a rescue if that is at all possible." She knows it sounds like they won't risk it if it is too dangerous, but she also knows in her heart that if they do find anyone, they will attempt a rescue no matter the danger. "What exactly would you need to know? We'll do what we can to locate the goblinoids base of operations and see if we can discover what it is they're doing around here. We should be able to get fully outfitted and restocked and be on our way at first light the day after tomorrow." She's giving them an extra day in town. She has merchandise to deliver and she knows everyone needs at least one day in town before getting back to outdoor living. There is a twinkle in her eyes and she seems full of life and vigor as she eagerly pours forth her words. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 133] Author : Aidan Pryde Date : 10-21-03 06:45 PM [color=silver](Welcome back Aka :). You haven't missed too much, thanks in part to my own tardiness, but now I'm going to attempt to correct that bit :).)[/color] Tavin listens attentively as Ranger summarizes the group's travel on the road through the woods, frowning a bit at the attacks faced by the travellers. After Tani and Luhain have added their own pieces, the commander once again speaks, "It is certaainly heartening to hear that we may have allies already within the forest, though I wonder at this wood elf you may have seen. I was not aware that they claimed territory this far from the center of the Syldarian. Still, even if it is a small group, any help will be of great service." "To answer your questions, any information will be helpful, but if we are to end these raids, the most important information is where they are based, what kind of numbers they have, and how well defended their base is. Anything beyond those will help, but those three things are essential to an effective counterattack." "As to a reward, the military is not currently offering any reward. Since I was given advance notice though, I did send a page to check with the civilian authorities, and they have apparently had a bounty of 4 gold trade bars posted by the merchants guild for anyone that can clear the road and restore steady trade. In exchange for the information, if we can successfully clear the road, I am willing to let your group claim that bounty. If you were to manage to clear it yourselves, you would, of course, also have the right of salvage for anything recovered from the bandits. We'll also be happy to supply you with any mundane items you might need, but I'm afraid we don't have any magical equipment that we can spare at this time. If you were willing to commit to helping them though, you might be able to get the merchant's guild to give you some discounts on potions or other items you may need." He closes, "I'll leave the choice of timetable and plans of operation to yourselves if this arrangement is agreeable, but I would remind you that every day they are left alone is another day they can build their forces. Is there anything else you would like to know?" (Edit: Realized that I didn't clarify on the trade bars thing, since your characters would know: a trade bar equals 1,000 coins, so a gold trade bar is 1,000 gp, a platinum one would be 10,000 gp, and a silver would be 100 gp.) -------- [color=blue]Now for some RP experience :) Tani = 500 xp, should bring your total to 5300 Ranger = 500 xp, total is 5150 Mictian = 400 xp, total is 5100 Geral = 400 xp, total is 5250 Perry = 0 xp, total is 4500 Luhain = 150 RP + 1000 joining bonus, total is 4150 Just in case you guys missed it, here's the last bit of xp given before this: For defeating the shadow goblins, everyone gets 500 xp. For RP, Mictian, Ranger, Geral and Tani get an additional 250 xp.[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 134] Author : griffin27 Date : 10-22-03 01:05 PM Ranger has a hard time hiding his surprise at the exhorbitant amount being offered by the trade guild. I could be set for life. "That all sounds agreeable Commander Tavin, and most generous. Without speaking for my companions, I for one will accept. And I think we'll set out the day after tomorrow." Ranger spends the night at the Carriage Inn (price?) before stocking up on supplies the next day. Just what kind of discount are talking Aiden? :D -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 135] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 10-22-03 01:22 PM [color=silver](OOC: Aidan: It's unexpected, but I have to go out of town this evening. I will be back Monday morning. And thanks for the XP!! I'm so close I can almost taste it! Just another 600 and I gain a level as a sorceress. I just HATE how few skill pts. we're allowed!)[/color] :P Tani is quick to pull out a piece of parchment, though she searches fruitlessly for a writing utensil before finally borrowing one. She studiously takes down notes of everything, especially on what Tavin wants and all the details concerning collecting the reward money. Her eyes shine as she calculates how much four entire gold trade bars would split between the five of them… [FONT=courier new]800! Add that to any bounty we find, and a discount. I wonder just how much of a discount.[/FONT] Her mental gears begin to turn and she wonders if there's some way to get the Merchant's guild to agree to a little more pay, or else freely give up some of their potions and such. She also 'forgets' to return the pen, though will gladly return it if reminded by the owner. She makes a mental note to buy some ink and a pen or two. "Excuse me," she suddenly thinks of a question. "Could you please tell me who we would speak with at the Merchant's guild and where to find this gentle man or woman?" She hopes they'll hurry. Tonight is their only real night to be rebel rousers and she just knows there are several drinks at the bar with her name specifically on them. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 136] Author : Aidan Pryde Date : 10-22-03 05:30 PM [color=blue]Griffin: Staying at the Carriage Inn is free, the group has been given two rooms to share there, unless you want your own room, then it'll cost you 3gp per day. As to the discount, well, you'll just have to go negotiate that for yourself, at present it's just a possibility :). Incidentally, I think I'll remind you that at least Ranger can use several of the Cure Wounds type wands, and those tend to be a little more cost effective than potions, but what you look for is up to you. Also, you don't have to worry about anything off the normal equipment lists that you want with a value of 50gp or less, but no masterwork equipment. These will be supplied by the military, non-expendables will be expected returned or bought at the end of your service.[/color] The commander nods at Ranger's acceptance, and looks to the others to see their reactions. Mictian makes his enthusiastic acceptance known next, recognizing the calculations going on behind his cousin's eyes. At Tani's question, the older man replies, "Well, I don't really know all that much about the workings of the guild, but I'd imagine that you could find out at the guildhouse. It's located within the merchant's district, and I'm sure they will grant you an audience if you mention the I sent you, and what it is regarding. Last I heard, the master merchant in charge of the guild was a woman, but, then again, those aren't really things I worry myself with too often, so you'd probably be better off asking them." He then smiles, and finishes, "I assume that means you'll accept, so that just leaves mister Arann," he turns to face Luhain, "Well, does everything sound acceptable to you? I imagine there aren't likely to be too many other adventuring groups through here until this problem is taken care of." "If there isn't anything else, I'll see to it that the quartermaster will be ready for you by tomorrow afternoon. If you just stop back at this building then, I'll have someone take you to collect any supplies you need. Feel free to stay here to discuss any plans you desire for as long as you need, I'll have Martin wait by the door to guide you out, or get you drinks if you need." With that, the commander stands, bows to the group, and heads out the door, closing it carefully after himself. Some muffled talking can be heard outside, and then the group is left in silence to discuss as they desire. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 137] Author : Mr. VanderMeer Date : 10-23-03 06:36 AM "I'll be glad to join this adventuring outfit. They all seem like very capable people." Luhain responds "and while the possible reward seems very alluring, that is not the reason for joining." Luhain turns to the others of the group. " I hope you will allow me in your group, and I hope we can become friends." Luhain also stays at the Carriage Inn. He doesn't need a room to himself, privacy doesn't mean that much to him. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 138] Author : griffin27 Date : 10-23-03 12:03 PM To Luhain, Ranger replies, "I think that you are welcome to join us. Who better to confirm that elven allies are in that wood? If you want we have lodgings at the Carriage Inn. You can share with us unless you already have arrangements." With that sorted out Ranger suggests that the go to see the head of the Merchant's Guild right away. Best to get the reward and discount bartered for right now. Unless it's late, then it can wait until first thing this morning. Leaving the Commander's office he says to Tani, "Tani, you can deal with the merchant guild. I don't, uh, have the shopping savy that you do." [color=silver]( Oh, okay Aiden. I've always played it that rangers can't use Cure wands until they actually have access to spells. But I'm not one to look a gift horse in the mouth. :D )[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 139] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 10-28-03 01:05 PM [color=silver](OOC: I'm back. When we go up a level, are we staying with 3.0? I only have access to 3.5 with the SRD, but I'm good with doing it either way. Griffin: Don't look a gift horse in the mouth, where did such a strange saying come from? Anyone with horses knows they're mouths are usually not places you'd want to stare into.)[/color] :P Tani rooms with her cousin Mictian. They're used to each others habits, but most especially, they can get each other back to their room after a night of drinking and rebel rousing; something they've had plenty of practice at in the past. And it helps that neither of them is shy. She considers hiring someone pretty to pay her cousin a little midnight visit, chuckling to herself at the imagined look on his face. ----------- The halfling eagerly extends a deeply tanned hand to Luhain, welcoming him to the group. Her green eyes dance as she wonders just how much drink he can hold and whether he plays darts or not. "Why don't we just get you settled with us at the Carriage Inn and have a drink or two; get to know each other." The others might recognize a certain mischievousness in the set of her mouth, or simply they've gotten to know her. Before she can react to whatever it is she is thinking, Ranger distracts her by paying her a compliment on her shopping skills and she lightly blushes. "Well, it is rather late, but we can swing by the merchant's district tonight and check at the guild house." She wouldn't mind locating the place before morning, if nothing else. And on the way back they can visit the various taverns they come across, sampling Bri Ili's culture from the merchant's district to the very doors of the Carriage Inn. She wonders what happened to Perry. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 140] Author : griffin27 Date : 10-28-03 01:24 PM [color=silver](Better than looking in the other end. :uh-huh: )[/color] With a shrug Ranger heads off in search of the Merchant's Guild. He lets Tani ask for directions and once they arrive he knocks on the door. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 141] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 10-28-03 01:32 PM Tani heads off in the direction of the merchant's district. She is friendly to those they meet and talks to various townspeople along the way. Gather Info = {25} (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=Tantris#69258) -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 142] Author : Aidan Pryde Date : 10-29-03 02:39 AM When the group finally leaves the military barracks, the sun is well into its journey towards the western horizon, but there is still enough time to locate the merchant's guildhouse before sundown. As they wander the streets of the merchant's district, Tani idly chats with a few passing people, gathering that most of the people in the area are happy, and that it is relatively unusual for many people to be shopping this late in the day. These findings are reinforced as the group passes many shops in the process of closing, with only taverns and inns having any significant amount of business. Finding the guildhouse proves to be a fairly easy task, as the impressive building sits along the main road through the district. A large marble building, the guildhouse's main door stands open to the public with only a pair of statues, depicting men apparently selling various wares, guarding the portal. Inside, it is obvious that this is not a busy time, as only one clerk still has his window open, staring boredly into space as he waits for the time when he will finally be allowed to close up for the evening. Otherwise, the large circular room is decorated with columns and a few sculptures, various paintings and exits line the walls, the doors closed for the evening, only hinting at the quantity of people that do business in the building on a regular basis. The lone clerk appears to note the group as they enter, but seems not to care, as he makes no effort to greet them, perhaps hoping that they took a wrong turn, and will leave him be. [color=silver](I think the rangers & paladins using wands was the subject of a sage advice at one point, I'm pretty sure I read it from a semi-official source anyways. In any case, since you don't have a cleric, it'll save you guys from having to buy potions every time you stop, so I'll let it go in your favor :). Also, I'll deal with the inn stuff after you're done at the guild.) Akavasha also has a good question, which I'll put to the group, how do you guys feel about going to 3.5? I can go either way, as I have both sets of books available. I had planned on leaving this game as 3.0, but if everyone else would prefer 3.5, I can do that as well. I do know that it would entail the most changes for Ranger, as the ranger class is one that got quite a few changes in the update. I'll let the group decide wether to change or not, but since we're not in the middle of a battle or anything, this is a good time to discuss it.[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 143] Author : Mr. VanderMeer Date : 10-29-03 04:19 AM [COLOR=silver]I have v3.5 as well as 3.0., so I am neutral in this discussion. I wouldn't mind changing, but staying with 3.0 is also fine by me.[/COLOR] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 144] Author : griffin27 Date : 10-29-03 02:46 PM [color=silver](Having had a chance to play 3.5 for the last month or so, I'm really enjoying almost all of the changes. It will be a lot of re-work on Ranger but I'm fine with switching. Consider me as one vote for YES.)[/color] Ranger heads across the room and makes note of the disappointment on the clerk's face. "Greetings and apologies for the late hour," Ranger says as politely as he can manage, "but we have business with the master or mistress merchant. It's urgent." -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 145] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 10-29-03 03:51 PM [color=silver](OOC: I think I'd like to switch to 3.5, even though I don't yet have the hard copy books, so I'm good either way. I've deducted a gp from my PC sheet.)[/color] Tani almost gasps in horror at quickly pushes underneath Ranger's arm to stand in front of him, absently patting him on the hand. Her attention focuses completely on the young man before her. "Excuse me." She reaches out to take the one clerk's hand, passing him a gold piece in the exchange. "We realize it is late and that the Mistress or Master merchant of this fine guild establishment must be very busy, but we have important business that, unfortunately, needs to be attended to as soon as possible. It concerns reopening the trade roads out of Bri Ili. We've just come from a meeting with Commander Tavin. Please," she puts on her most appealing smile, "we are all hungry and long for the day's work to end. Is it possible for us to see the Guildmaster so that we can get out of your hair and let you close up shop for the night?" She blinks her eyes fetchingly and hopes this young man will be helpful. Diplomacy = {20} (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=Tantris#69568) -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 146] Author : Aidan Pryde Date : 10-29-03 08:08 PM The clerk lets out a barely audible sigh as Ranger addresses him, but then gets down to the business of handling his job, responding with, "I'm sorry sir, but the master merchants have all left as far as I am aware." No sooner has the man started to speak, than Tani puts herself into the conversation, carefully cutting off the man's apologetic reply. The clerk looks confusedly, shifting his gaze from one to the other, trying to make sense of this request. Still, the gold pressed into his hand does not go unnoticed, as he shakes his head, then continues, "As I was saying, I am fairly certain that all of the guild masters have left for the day, but if you will wait here for a moment, I can go check and see if I can't find someone that could handle your request." With that, the man heads behind his counter, going through a doorway just barely visible to the group. It feels as if an eternity has passed before the clerk reappears from another door along the western wall of the room. He walks over to the group, a slight limp obvious as he favors his right leg a bit. Once he has closed the majority of the distance, he calls out, "It seems I was mistaken, the head of the guild is still here, and she has agreed to meet with you, given the nature of your business. If you will please follow me, I'll take you to her." Following the clerk, you are led through several hallways, lit with softly glowing stones included in the walls themselves. The walls are also adorned with a sparse, but tasteful, collection of paintings, depicting everything from simple picinics to still life to portraits of people that were obviously once important. Eventually you arrive a set of double doors, apparently made of mahogany, as they are a rich brown, and are extremely well made. The clerk raps twice upon the door before turning the gilded handle and showing the group inside. The room is lavishly decorated, and there is a very comfortable looking sofa, as well as a pair of over-stuffed chairs arranged around a low table. The room is obviously more of a reading or tea room than a normal meeting place, and several shelves of books line the eastern wall. As soon as you have entered, an elven woman stands up from her position in one of the chairs and speaks in a soft, but, somehow, compelling voice, "Please have a seat. I'm afraid that you may be a bit cramped, as I don't normally have this many people here at once, and I hope you'll forgive the inconvenience." Looking at her, you would judge that she stands maybe five feet tall, dressed in fine silk clothing, with dark reds seeming to dominate. Raven black hair frames her face, and falls to just about the center of her back. She holds herself as would be expected from a person in her position, as she looks carefully over the group. She then turns to the clerk, "Thank you Percy, if you would just close up for the night, you may be going." The man nods, and quietly leaves the room, pulling the doors closed behind him. Once he has left, she returns to her seat, and continues, "I am master merchant Siannodel, and Percy has told me that you have some urgent business with the guild regarding the situation along the forest road. Obviously we have a vested interest in solving that particular problem, so that just leaves me with one question; What can I do to assist you?" She speaks carefully, making sure to keep eye contact with every member of the group. Her tone indicates that she is interested in what the group is here for, but she hasn't yet decided on what exactly is desired from her. [color=silver](Well, since it seems that the people with opinions would rather go to a 3.5 game, I'll have you convert your characters whenever you get the chance. If you want to wait until you level, that's fine, most of you are fairly close to that point anyways :). Incidentally, do any of you know what happened to Ryfte? He seems to have just completely disappeared. I know escher was going to be gone for a little while, but it's been lmost a month for him as well. I'll try emailing them, but if anyone knows anything, feel free to let me in on it :).)[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 147] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 10-30-03 12:22 PM [color=silver](OOC: Aidan: Since a halflings favored class is rogue & the difference between rogue & sorcerer doesn't need to be only 1 level, and Tani hasn't done much with her sorcery, I guess I'll add another rogue level when we level up. I will probably add another sorcerer level after that though. I am going to add profession: merchant, if that is allowed. As for Ryfte, I have no idea what's up. Guido might know.)[/color] Tani beams out a generous "thank you," to the young clerk as he goes to see if there is anyone around who can help us. She expects him to return with positive news, at least for them. Any merchant she's ever known worth his or her salt has always worked late. She turns and gives Ranger 'that look' before winking at him. [FONT=courier new]Let him learn from a master. It will be an even trade, he can teach me a little about tracking.[/FONT] She can't help but be in a good mood, loving the feel of the room, even the very smell that seems to surround the transaction of goods and money. It is in this very room that the fortunes of Bri Ili are made or lost, often both, and the halfling gladly soaks up the atmosphere, feeling very much in her element. She wonders what type of contacts she can make here for future business dealings, her dream of running a successful business as a merchant/caravaneer, no, not a business but an empire, these are never far from her heart or her thoughts. She wonders what sort of good are common here that would fetch a good price elsewhere, besides their scented soaps. She also mentally reviews the goods she's carrying, wondering if any of it would fetch a good enough price here to make their sale worth her while. She's willing to carry her goods as far as needed in order to make the best profit on them. [FONT=courier new]I should probably find someone who can take a look at those scrolls and tell us what types of spells are on them. Unless Mictian has managed to decipher them already.[/FONT] She remembers giving him the scroll with the three unknown spells on them back in Gilhara and his obvious excitement over trying to learn what type of spells they were. She grins at the returning clerk in obvious relief at his words. "Thank you!" She politely ignores his limp, as if it is of no consequence. She isn't sure how sensitive he is to it and unless they're at the local tavern sharing a drink, she doesn't feel it is her place to ask such a personal question, at least until she knows him better. She follows the young man, chatting amiably and making small talk and asking about the various portraits they pass by. She gives the young man a slight bow of thanks upon reaching their destination, slipping inside. She shares the seat directly in front of the elven woman with Mictian. They've grown up together and are so comfortable around each other she doesn't think twice about sharing her chair. She takes a deep breath, reveling in the aroma of the rich mahogany wood of the door and bookshelves. Her eyes light up at the sight of so many books, her heart actually fluttering in her chest. "Oohhhh," she breathes out. She blinks several times, finally shaking her head to bring her attention back where it should be. It's obvious when she turns her emerald green eyes to meet those of the elven woman that she has seen the effect the books have had on her. Once Master Merchant Siannodel gets down to business, she finds herself focusing on the matters at hand without a problem. She glances over at Ranger, checking to see if he would like to talk first. She launches into the description of the various foul creatures they encountered on the road between Gilhara and Bri Ili. She leaves nothing out, trusting that Ms. Siannodel will recognize the various dangers inherent to both traveling the roads and in trying to clear them of the monsters now claiming their territory there. "It is clear that something must be done to make the road safe again." She doesn't need to mention the fact that Bri Ili is a city on the edges of known civilization and attached to that civilization by one very vulnerable road, which is now threatened. She also doesn't bother mentioning the fact that it is highly doubtful that any of the other larger cities would respond by sending troops if something should happen to cut Bri Ili from them permanently. It's obvious that the only way the road will be cleared again is if the soldiers of Bri Ili were to rally and decide to clear the roadway, or the city will have to hire a few adventurous people who would be willing to take the risks involved in exchange for merchandise, money, and notoriety. Since the city guard doesn't seem very anxious to make the effort to clear the roads, which is made somewhat clear once Tani shares some of what took place at their meeting with Commander Tavin, it seems her group could be the very answer to freeing the city from its isolation, provided the right circumstances are met. "Commander Tavin has explained to us that the Merchant's Guild has a reward for those who can clear the roads and that perhaps you could help us in the way of certain potions or other items that may be of use to us in this endeavor. I have to admit," the halfling looks slightly abashed at what she's about to reveal, "we're not simply doing this for the reward. Young Lania and little Morgan deserved the chance to live a life with their parents. Their loss has touched each of us and we would not want to see that happen again to anyone else from this fair city of yours. If there's even a slight chance that their parents, and perhaps others who have gone missing, are still alive and being held captive somewhere, we would see them rescued and returned safely home." She allows the elven woman a chance to absorb all the information she's received before actually getting down to the nitty-gritty of the deal. She purposely does not mention exactly how much Commander Tavin told the group the reward was, hoping to get a little more than 4 gold trade bars out of it, or at least some free potions. She doesn't mind playing on the woman's sympathies, especially when she does feel badly for Lania and Morgan and would love to be able to return their parents to them. Although, if it doesn't happen, the halfling knows there are worse places the kids could have ended up. She makes sure to mention just how quickly and generously the owners of The Carriage Inn were in welcoming the children into their home; just on the off chance that a little extra business might be thrown in their direction. Diplomacy = {14} (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=Tantris#69822) -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 148] Author : griffin27 Date : 10-30-03 12:59 PM Hmmm, was he limping before? I wonder if the person in charge kicked him or something. Ranger is a little troubled as they follow the clerk back into the elegant office. He stands letting Tani and Luhail sit. "Thank you for seeing us so late," Ranger says after the usual introductions, "we just left the Commander's office. And as we told him we are going to investigate the problems along the road." He relates a brief recap of their trip through the woods and then let's Tani take it from there. [color=silver]( whoops. I thought I was posting this before Vasha but got distracted so it's kind of out of order. I think it still makes sense though. And I always get Ryfte and Rayne mixed up. Always have always will. So I know Rayne is around (not that you care) and I think Ryfte has been around a little. That might be Rayne I'm thinking of though. :confused: Umm, bottom line... I dunno.)[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 149] Author : Aidan Pryde Date : 10-31-03 12:45 AM The elven woman listens carefully to everything that Ranger and Tani have to say about the trip through the woods, the children, and the talk with Tavin. Once she sees that the tales are over, she ponders for a moment, before calmly responding, "That is all very interesting, more information than any of our scouts have managed to bring back. Then again, that might have something to do with our scouts not actually coming back..." she trails off for a moment, a frown briefly crossing her otherwise placid features. She begins speaking again in a somewhat more business-like tone, "Still, I don't blame the guard, they're little more than a militia anyways, and Tavin's military unit has other orders to fulfill, and doesn't have the manpower to spare for such a task without specific information. I'm glad that you are willing to take on such a task, and while you say that the reward is not the only reason for attempting it, Tavin was correct in stating that we do have one posted. A fairly sizable one at that. Admittedly, it represents only a tiny fraction of the guild's profits, but it is an investment of sorts, a few weeks where we make less than normal is easily outweighed by the profits we can generate once full trade has been restored." "In any case, I should imagine that the four trade bars we are offering would be more than enough reward. While I can understand your desire for some assistance in outfitting yourselves, I can't personally grant such a request, and it is unlikely that the full council would approve such a measure in any case. It is too much of a risk, since we don't know you. Perhaps if you had the backing of one of the other master merchants, or someone wihtin the government was willing to corroborate your statements, it would be different." Almost apologetically, she adds, "On the other hand, I may be able to offer a little assistance, if you're willing to sign a contract promising repayment with interest should you fail, I can draw up some papers that would allow you to essentially borrow some of the reward so that you can pay for supplies that you may need now. How much do you think you'll be requiring to outfit yourselves? I can't possibly go above half of the reward money as a loan, and keeping it to a quarter would be preferable." She then waits for the party to respond. [color=blue](If anyone would like, you can make a sense motive check at this point.)[/color] [color=silver](Here's a link to the setup thread (http://boards1.wizards.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=99045) where you can post 3.5 conversions when you're ready for me to review them. Akavasha: That's fine with me, if you really want to take another sorcerer level though, don't let the lack of on-screen use deter you too much, the spells you have are of limited use in the current situation, and I don't want to penalize you for that, plus, since sorceror spells are innate, you wouldn't necessarily have to use them to learn more, it could just happen from some simple insight. Either way, it's your character, so do whatever you're most happy with :).)[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 150] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 10-31-03 10:54 AM [color=silver](OOC: Aidan: In that case, I may just take another level of sorcerer, just to keep things fairly even. The only thing I hate, those 2 lousy skill pt. additions. If magic-users are supposed to be so bright and intelligent, you'd think they could learn at a better rate than they do. It's the one thing that tends to make me want to go with the rogue, well, that and the trap sense +1 skill that comes with 3rd level rogue. That would be perfect where they're going, especially since Perry disappeared and he was our main rogue/trap-person. Game-wise, it just seems more beneficial to the group that I add in another rogue class instead of sorcerer.)[/color] It suddenly occurs to Tani that perhaps, instead of getting a higher reward out of Master Merchant Siannodel there might be some possible way to buy into the guild somehow. The long term profits would be so much higher than even getting her to raise the reward to five gold trade bars and some free potions. She doesn't feel comfortable signing anything saying if they fail they repay any reward money. [FONT=courier new]First off, if we fail we will either be dead or prisoners.[/FONT] Her eyes narrow as she can think of many reasons why it is a bad idea. Coming from a family of diplomats, she can smell in the very air when something is up; trying to figure out just what it is can often be the tricky part. Sense Motive = {16} (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=Tantris#70181) [color=sky blue](OOC: I'll wait to see what the Sense Motive brings about before posting anything further. What she senses will play a big part in how she responds.[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 151] Author : griffin27 Date : 10-31-03 11:10 AM City dwellers and their contracts. Forget it. ( Sense Motive= 17 ) (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=ranger#70201) "If it's a merchant you want, I'm sure that Jonathon would vouch for us. He runs the . At least I think that's what it was called. I don't really remember," Ranger says trailing off at the end. He then looks to Tani knowing that she keeps better track of names and places than he does. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 152] Author : Aidan Pryde Date : 10-31-03 06:20 PM Both Ranger and Tani take stock in the situation, coming to the conclusion that the elven woman is being truthful, with her offer being atleast a fair one. They do get the feeling that she may be leaving out some details, but it's hard to judge what those details might add to the situation. At Ranger's mention of the merchant Jonathan, the woman responds, "Ah, I know Jonathan, an good man, and a fair merchant. His support would certainly help your cause, though he is not yet one of the ranking members of the guild, so the council would still be fairly likely to deny such a measure." She waits a moment before continuing, "Perhaps a more pertinent question would be, how long are you willing to spend on this matter? I alone can't agree to this, and it would be atleast a week before the guild council could go over it. I imagine that you would prefer to be on your way a bit quicker than that." [color=silver](griffin: You don't have the name for Jonathan's shop, since he never actually told you that, just that you could stop by anytime :). Aka: Whichever you'd prefer is fine :). In a few levels you could head for the Arcane Trickster prestige class, that combines the two fairly nicely. I do agree on the skills thing though, it's less annoying for a wizard since they tend to have a high Int score the small skill points is less of an issue than for a sorceror.)[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 153] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 11-04-03 01:57 PM [color=silver](OOC: Aidan: I am sooooo sorry I haven't posted in this thread. It literally fell so far back I simply assumed it hadn't been posted to. My bad. :blush: You know, it always seems all of my games pick up at the same time. And please, please, please, where do I find the Arcane Trickster prestige class? Also, I was wondering about the possibility of Tani trying to get a familiar. Would that be possible anytime soon?)[/color] Tani gives the elven woman a long, appraising look, trying to read the woman's heart. As best she can tell the woman seems sincere, though it is clear to the halfling that she isn't saying something. [FONT=courier new]I wonder just how many scouts they've actually sent out. Probably some poor kid who thought it would be no big deal for someone of his skills to slip in, find out whatever was needed, and slip out again with no one the wiser.[/FONT] A sudden thought sweeps through her mind. [FONT=courier new]What if someone in the city is somehow informing the goblinoids whenever a wagon leaves the city? It wouldn't be the first time something similar has happened.[/FONT] Perhaps it was growing up in a family of diplomats, or maybe because of her dabbling in the information trade, whatever the cause, her mind is quick to consider treachery from within. "Ranger, would you please guard the door and make sure no one is listening in?" She knows his patience will allow him to wait until later for her to explain such a strange request and she relaxes, knowing she can trust him to guard their backs. She thinks she has a solution that will make them all feel like winners and proceeds along that path for now. "We understand your reluctance to just hand over money and/or equipment to the first strangers to come along and ask for them. If you did that with everyone who ever asked for anything you wouldn't have anything at all. We can all agree on that point. Would this be acceptable to the Merchant Council?" She pauses to make sure everyone is listening looking around and nudging Mictian slightly with her elbow, making sure he's paying attention. He has a habit of letting his mind wander onto subjects he feels are more important and most likely magical in nature, and she doesn't want him agreeing to something without knowing what it is. "You are correct in stating that we would rather not wait a week to begin our search. If there truly are any captives still alive, their chances drop every day they aren't rescued. Even if there isn't anyone left alive from the previous attacks, our leaving could help prevent someone else from being attacked. I realize that both as a merchant and seeing us as people who aren't from Bri Ili and don't have the vested interest in her safety that someone from here would normally have, it must seem strange for us to do this. I have to admit that the part of my head that enjoys haggling and bargaining doesn't see the business sense in this. At the same time, it is the right thing to do." She gives a slight shrug, as if to say "What can I do?" and continues. "What if we don't accept any of the reward money until after the job has been successfully completed? The Council gives us a 10% to 15% discount on anything we purchase to help us clear the forest of these creatures. That should satisfy the distrust of the Council. The catch is that, once we do successfully return, the Council not only pays us the reward, but also grants us to restock and resupply ourselves At Cost. [color=sky blue]'at cost' means the merchants make no profit themselves on whatever we purchase.[/color] Considering we are willing to lay our lives on the line to clear out the forest of these goblinoid creatures, rescue any possible victims, and once more open the road to the rest of the continent, it sounds only fair." "We'd actually like to leave the day after tomorrow. Tomorrow should give us enough time to gather the supplies we'll need and take care of some business with one of your merchants. I was asked to deliver a few things from two really sweet men from Gilhara & I wouldn't feel right leaving without first taking care of my current responsibilities." ~ If asked why she would have Ranger stand guard at the door, she will answer quite forthrightly. "I apologize for the seemingly rude manners. It is only that, while I believe everything you've shared with us, it is obvious you are leaving something out. It occurred to me that, however slight the actual chance, it is possible that someone within the very city of Bri Ili could be working in cahoots with these blurry creatures and alerting them to whenever a wagon or team leaves the city." Tani watches Lady Master Merchant Siannodel for any betraying signs that she's on the right path since there is also the slightest chance that Siannodel herself could be the very traitor. Although she doesn't think so since elves and goblins normally despise each other. The elves that her family knows and works with would never consider such a thing & wouldn't appreciate such thoughts being directed at them. Sense Motive = {9} (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=Tantris#71162) -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 154] Author : griffin27 Date : 11-04-03 03:53 PM Puzzled by Tani's strange request Ranger opens his mouth to argue but quickly stops himself. First of all, he's not sure he wants to hear her explanation. More importantly he trusts the halfling woman to take of things her way, especially here where he is so out of his element. If they were in the woods then he wouldn't want her questioning his every move. With a shrug he gives a slight bow to Siannodel and then steps outside the door. Closing it behind him he stands guard trusting that the merchant mistress is no threat, and even if she is Mictian is there with Tani. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 155] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 11-04-03 04:14 PM Tani catches Ranger before he leaves the room completely. "I trust you'll be able to hear anything if someone sneaks up." She knows if someone isn't interested in hearing what they say because they're a traitor, these are merchants and someone is always willing to bend the rules a bit to get ahead in a business deal. Undermining the competition is considered fair and acceptable in the world of buying and selling; she just wants to be a little extra cautious since it's their safety that could be at risk. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 156] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 11-13-03 10:23 AM Tani considers the time frame set before them, wondering if she could possibly make the time to go out and place a certain, very specific call. She's been considering the benefits of sharing her life with another, one who would always be there for her and she could dote on and adore this special one. Never before has she seriously considered such a thing, but she can't help but feel that call all sorceresses seem to feel eventually, the need to find a familiar. Her heart almost aches with it, though she sets such things aside until she has the time to deal with them, forcing herself to pay attention to what is going on before her. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 157] Author : griffin27 Date : 11-13-03 11:00 AM [color=silver]( Awww, for a second there I thought Tani was gonna ask Ranger out on a date. :love: Now he's gonna be sad. You heart breaker you. :D )[/color] Ranger stands guard outside the door idly cleaning his nails with the tip of a dagger. To be honest he's kind of relieved to be outside the room. All the wheeling and dealing isn't really his forte. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 158] Author : Aidan Pryde Date : 11-14-03 01:48 AM [color=silver](Sorry for the delay, I've been sick for an annoying amount of time now, feeling a bit better though, so I'm going to get this updated. Thanks for hanging in there :).)[/color] The elven woman looks first quizzical, then a bit perturbed as Tani asks Ranger to guard the doorway. She almost immediately asks, "Why would you want him to do that? Do you really have so little trust in the guild's ability to police its own halls?" Her tone indicates that she thinks the action is, at the very least, unconscionably rude. After hearing Tani's explanation she indignantly adds, "It may be that there is such a person, but I assure you that they are not a member of this guild. That any of us would sell out our livelihood in such a manner is simply ludicrous." She then listens to the remainder of Tani's proposals, unable to decide just what the halfling woman is trying to accomplish, she counters, more calmly, "I fail to see how your proposal is better for the council than my own. You wouldn't normally get any of the reward before completion anyways, and, as you yourself said, we can't be giving material or even discounts to just anyone. Without any tangible assurances that we'll have a useful return from those. I could probably get the council to agree to the reward plus at cost replacement equipment after you have returned, but a discount up front without some kind of meaningful reassurances will, quite frankly, never happen." "In any case, you wouldn't be able to have a response to such an offer in the time frame you desire, regardless of what I think. The guild council would take several day to convene, as there is rarely a majority available without advance warning." Sighing slightly, she continues, "I understand that you could use assistance in gathering the supplies to, and I would really like to be able to help you, but as is, I've already given you the best offer I can under the circumstances. I'll speak with some of the other merchants I know tomorrow, and will see if we can find something that will be agreeable amongst ourselves. If you could stop back here in the early afternoon, I should be able to tell you more. Hopefully that will give you enough time to make any necessary arrangements before your departure. The only other suggestion I can make is that you perhaps ask any merchants you have helped in town wether they could spare an item or two, or would be willing to give you a small discount on their own. An individual merchant doesn't need the permission of the council to give discounts." Seemingly out of things to say, the elven merchant concludes, "I do wish you the best of luck, and I'll lobby the other merchants to consider your proposal. If there's nothing else, I really should be finishing up the last of my business here." She then waits to make sure that there aren't any other counteroffers forthcoming before the group leaves. Meanwhile... While the others are inside, no doubt making some sort of deal, Ranger quietly stands guard outside the room, glad to be somewhere else, away from the wheelings and dealings that make up a merchant's life. His watch is only briefly interrupted when the clerk from before limps past, apparently on his way out after closing up the rest of the building. The man nods curlty as he passes, acknowledging the ranger's presence without attempting to enter into a conversation with him. [color=silver](I'll take care of leaving the guild house after I'm sure you guys don't have anything else you'd like to try to accomplish there :).)[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 159] Author : griffin27 Date : 11-14-03 10:04 AM Ranger returns the clerk's curt nod and then resumes tending to his nails. When the door finally opens he let's Tani and the others pass before falling in behind the troop of halflings. Outside the guildhall Ranger asks casually, "so, how did it go?" -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 160] Author : Aidan Pryde Date : 11-15-03 04:43 PM [color=silver](Just a quick note to let everyone know that Israfel666 is going to be taking over Mictian, since escher hasn't posted in over a month. Otherwise, I'll try to get an update done in the next day or so, weekends are kind of busy for me, so it might be Monday before I get a chance. Thanks for joining Israfel, hope you have fun :).)[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 161] Author : Israfel666 Date : 11-16-03 06:05 AM [color=silver](Hi to all the players, and may our path be paved in fun! Thank you Aidan for the offer! RPing Mictian is going to be an entertaining ride, as well as a trial by fire of my language skill ;). This is how Mictian perceives the dialogue between Tani and the guildmistress)[/color] Through the meeting, Mictian listens carefully to what the merchants - yes, he's beginning to think of Tani as a merchant, although she's never owned a shop, at least not any that he can remember, but of course she has such sneaky habits that she might actually have run a shop without him knowing anything, given also that he knows he is not a difficult halfling to hide things from, but anyway, Tani enjoys bargaining so much that she could actually be called a merchant - the merchants say, or at least he tries very hard. Unfortunately, a wave of Siannodel's (Siannadel? Sinnadel? Sinnisael?) fine clothing as she shifted in her chair sparks his memories of peaceful days flipping through lorebooks. Hmm, that looks like the movements of Khelben's warding whip... a spell I've always wished I could pull off, although Uncle Bart told me that it was way too complicated for an apprentice like me... I wonder if Sirinaled has a protective spell cast upon her dress? Perhaps a derived of the original whip... yeah, after all, she's the merchant boss, I think, so I guess she could have paid a wizard to enchant the weave... would it be rude if I cast detect magic right now to check? I should ask Tani, she's the mistress of etiquette... but she's busy speaking right now - what is it they're talking about, percents? - so I'll just have to decide by myself. Hmmm.... I think Sinallad wouldn't mind, after all, she doesn't have anything to hide, does she?. The halfling wizard begins to fudge with his fingers to cast the cantrip (wait, was it the middle over the ring, or the ring to the left of the thumb?), but before he can go through the overtly complicated process, the meeting ends, and Tani, noticing with an experienced glance that her cousin is lost in magical business, just drags him off the chair. Noo, now I'll never know if her dress is enchanted with... with what? Hmmm... Right out of the door, Ranger asks them how the meeting went. In a rare instant of wisdom, Mictian finds the common sense to keep his mouth shut and let his cousin answer. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 162] Author : Mr. VanderMeer Date : 11-17-03 05:32 AM Due to a change in my work environment I am not longer able to check in on the boards every day. I am noticing that this is causing some severe strain on the adventures I am in. It is, unfortunately, not possible for me to keep up at any decent rate. The only option is to give up my spots in the adventures I am in and hope somebody else may be able to fill them. If any thing changes and I get the chance to be in games again, I will be back. Sorry -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 163] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 11-17-03 01:56 PM [color=silver](OOC: Aidan: I should have TaB soon, so I will have access to all of the PrC's listed and won't have to keep bugging you for them. ;) I hope you feel better since being sick is no fun! Are you also going to be replacing Geral and Perry? Israfel666: I am so excited to be finally playing in a game with you! I'll PM you sometime with a little more info on Tani's relationship with Mictian. It's all good. Mr. V: We'll miss you!)[/color] Tani shakes her head slightly, refocusing on the matters at hand. [FONT=courier new]I'm getting as bad as Mictian now, my mind wandering off in magical directions.[/FONT] She mentally rolls her eyes at herself, giving Master Merchant Siannodel an easy smile and is quick to apologize for the seeming rudeness. "I wasn't trying to imply a guild member would be responsible for such a thing and I apologize for it seeming as if I am accusing one of them." The halfling leans earnestly forward. "Perhaps it would help if I explained a bit better. My thoughts were leaning more toward a servant or someone who could get around fairly unnoticed. I come from a family of diplomats in Lainmadigh and I grew up hearing about stories of rival families sneaking spies into their enemy's households under the guise of servants or such. I have been accused of being overly suspicious before and I beg your indulgence as it seems to be directly related to my growing up around diplomats." She hopes her explanation will smooth over any ruffled feathers. She purposely mentions her hometown, hoping to win over some of the elven woman's sympathies with it. She listens to the Master Merchant, nodding in agreement to their meeting back with her the following afternoon. "Thank you very much again for agreeing to see us on such short notice and at the end of the day. We appreciate the kindness and will leave you to finish your business. Until tomorrow afternoon then." She knows their timing wasn't the best, but under the circumstances it is better than nothing. She shakes the woman's hand briefly before jumping down from the chair. She tugs Mictian down off the chair with her, noticing the familiar far-away look in his eyes that says he's either started or very close to casting a spell. [FONT=courier new]Oh! Not now you don't![/FONT] She isn't sure what he's up to, but it wouldn't surprise her if the Merchant had her room alarmed for such a thing. Her hand tucked under Mictian's, it looks like he's escorting her out the door as they file out. She gives his arm a quick squeeze (friendly, loving) before letting it go. Her eyes dance with delight, despite the fact that she's unsure whether she's come out ahead or not. She smiles at Ranger, simply saying "Let's go get something to eat and then we'll talk about it," in reply to his question. As they file out the door the halfling asks, "Do you guys want to head straight back over to the Carriage Inn for dinner or do you want to make a stop somewhere else to eat?" -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 164] Author : Aidan Pryde Date : 11-18-03 12:36 AM [color=silver](I'm feeling better now, thanks :). Currently I'm planning on leaving Perry and Geral behhind in Bri Ili, as both Ryfte and HIV expressed interest in rejoining at some point in the future, and I don't want to have to worry about someone taking them over for an indefinite period. Mr. VanderMeer's departue is a bit sudden, but I think I'll just write out Luhain and ask one or two other people to join up to keep the active party in the 4-5 range. If anyone has any suggestions, I'm more than willing to listen though, feel free to PM me.) Now back to business...[/color] The master merchant doesn't seem to pay much attention to Mictian as his mind wanders, and he considers the possibility of her clothing being, in some way, magical. She does respond to Tani's attempted explanation though, "I see. While I still doubt very much that what you say is the case, I do believe that you did what you thought prudent under the circumstances. I can't fault you too much for that. I would warn you to be a bit more discreet about it in the future though. Many people wouldn't appreciate the implications of such actions, or be as willing to overlook them as I am." Her tone is still business-like, though she seems to have gotten over the slight implied by Tani's request to Ranger. A small smile crosses her lips before she moves to the door to allow the group to exit. She concludes, "I'll make sure to keep some time open for you in the afternoon tomorrow then. I hope you have a pleasant evening." Just as Mictian has decided that it might be acceptable for him to cast a spell here, the conversation has ended, and farewells are being completed. His motions barely started when Tani notices what he is doing, and quickly rouses him, aborting the process before anyone else has had a chance to notice. The merchant Siannodel makes sure the group knows how to get out of the building before returning to her room to complete whatever she was working on when they arrived. Rejoined with Ranger after the meeting, the group walks out into the slightly cooler evening air, a very slight breeze blowing from the east. Almost immediately they notice a young man standing impatiently across the street from the guild house. The relief he feels is quite evident in his posture and step as he notices the group's emergence. He almost runs across the nearly deserted street, making a beeline for the elf, Luhain. As he arrives from the short run he takes a deep breath before querying, "Mr. Arann?" When the elven warrior responds affirmatively, the boy produces a sealed roll of paper from a pouch on his side, "An urgent message for you from Lady Kiria." Luhain almost instantly grabs the paper, shoving a silver piece into the young man's hand. The young man thanks him before running off down the street, no doubt heading home after his delivery. Quickly cracking the seal and scanning the contents of the scroll, the elf's features become increasingly darker, until he finally sighs, half-grumbling, "Well, it appears that I won't be able to join you after all. There is a personal matter that I must attend to, and I doubt it will be quickly resolved. I hope this doesn't inconvenience you terribly, I'm really very sorry. Perhaps I'll have a chance to join up with you when you return from this expedition. In any case, I must be going, I wish you all a successful journey." Bowing curtly, the blonde haired elf heads off at a jog, turning towards the center of the city as he moves beyond the halflings' and human's range of vision. The group is then left standing outside the merchant's guild hall, a little stupefied at the events that have just occurred, wondering what their next move should be. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 165] Author : escherblacksmith Date : 11-18-03 10:17 AM [color=silver]OOC: I have reappeared into the land of the living . . . I will be catching up and posting sometime today, yeah, Mictian is still around! edited: speaking too soon has always been my strong point. In my absence, Israfel666 has gotten Mictian. I still would like to be in, we shall see in what form.:D [/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 166] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 11-18-03 04:56 PM [color=silver](OOC: Aidan: I'm definitely looking forward to the addition of some new people. I sure hope you don't take so many people coming and going as any indication of your game because you are running a great game! I think some new players will definitely add some dimension, not to mention give Tani someone new to buy gifts for)[/color] ;) "Well, that was certainly sudden." Tani stares after the retreating back of Luhain. "I definitely think I could use a drink now." She gives the only two companions she seems to have left a look, takes both of them by the arm, and allows them to begin escorting her down the street. She finds her mind trying to bend around all the recent changes taking place and what it might mean for the group. "I'm sure glad I have you two!" -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 167] Author : Israfel666 Date : 11-19-03 11:04 AM [color=gray](OOC: Escher, you can take back control of Mictian if you want to, I'll take on Aidan's offer and build up a character of my own. RL is terrible right now, but in the weekend I hope I can spare the time to create him)[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 168] Author : griffin27 Date : 11-19-03 11:26 AM Ranger simply shrugs as the elf dashes away. "I hope everything is okay." "Might as well head back to the Carriage Inn. It's getting late and I'm hungry." he says. Secretly he'd also like to see the kids again. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 169] Author : escherblacksmith Date : 11-19-03 01:44 PM [color=silver]Thanx Israfel! :D [/color] well, that was certainly abrupt, it isn't as if we are completely necessary to the safety of our chosen venture, but he could have at least stated what the emergency was, then again my own mother would request privacy for certain topics, but I always assumed they would be boring anyway, this seems much more interesting . . . As if remembering suddenly, which in fact he was doing, he turns to his cousin, "why did you disturb my concentration all of a sudden? It wasn't like it was going to be a very big spell. It certainly was going to be unlikely to hurt anyone, I swear you are getting almost as twitchy as Ranger here, not that it doesn't have its place, but really I am starting to think we are spending far too much time around nervous people, well at least we will be heading off to some excitement again soon. Speaking of excitement, where are the children . . . " Pausing and remembering the as the previous part of the day slides into place, he considers whether he even had the right spell in mind previously . . . hmmm, probably, well, can't worry about it now . . . -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 170] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 11-19-03 03:06 PM [color=silver](OOC: Aidan: I'm going to go ahead and take the next level in sorceress. Where do you want us to send our updated PC sheets again?)[/color] Shaking her head at her cousin, Tani continues to allow the men to escort her to the Carriage Inn. She ignores how strange it must look and instead fills Ranger in on everything that went on inside. "And if she'd caught you casting a spell, even a small spell, any dealings we had with the Merchants Guild would have gone right down the latrine," she tells Mictian. "Think about is a second." She doesn't sound upset like some might expect. She and her cousin are close and she rarely finds reason to get mad at him. "We are strangers asking about reward money from a merchant; not just any merchant, but the master merchant of the entire guild. She's probably warded against spells being cast at or on her, but worse, the office could be alarmed against such a thing. It's what I would do. If you had cast a spell, she would probably have known about it right away. What were you trying to cast anyway? Did you think of something?" She can't help but hope he's noticed something she missed. [FONT=courier new]Perhaps he came to the same conclusion and was going to check and see if anyone was scrying on us. Or maybe there was some magical device on while we were there. Who knows what that could've been for or what it might have been doing to us while we were under its influence.[/FONT] Once again her imagination runs away with her, providing endless possibilities and interesting solutions. [color=sky blue](ooc: Any interesting shops open on the way to the Carriage Inn?)[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 171] Author : Aidan Pryde Date : 11-20-03 01:39 PM [color=silver](Aka: That's fine :). The in-game setup thread is here (http://boards1.wizards.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=99045), but you're not quite to that level point just yet ;). And the only issue I really have with the flux of people is finding decent ways to write them out, and new people in, atleast right now you're in a city so it's a bit easier.)[/color] As the trio heads back to the Carriage Inn for a meal, they consider Luhain's sudden departure, coming to the conclusion that the matter was probably too personal for him to feel comfortable discussing it with relative strangers. Noting that there is little to be done about it now, the matter is dropped from immediate consideration, and they move to the task of getting some much needed food into their stomachs. Walking at a comfortable pace, the group passes many shops in the process of closing. The few places that seem to still be open appear to deal primarily in various foodstuffs and potables. Obviously, this section of the merchant's district has an unusual schedule, probably because it caters to a smaller, richer, group than the general marketplaces. Even so, as the hour gets later, it can be noted that only the major throughfares are lit, and the alleys and side streets are quickly becoming cloaked in shadows. On the way down the main street through which they entered town, the group passes several people walking to unknown destinations. Most seem to have hired lantern bearers so as to have enough light once they've left the well-lit areas of the roads. Eventually, human with the two halflings arrive back at the Carriage Inn, no worse for the trip, with Tani filling Ranger in on most of the details of the meeting, while Mictian contemplates his spoiled spell, and various aspects of the surroundings. Upon their arrival, the three are greeted by Gregory, the young man from before. When he sees them enter, he walks over to the group and says, "We were getting worried that you might miss dinner. The Goodwins would appreciate your company at their table tonight. Oh, and the other short fellow you came in with left this for you," as he hands Tani a piece of parchment, rolled but unsealed. Not giving her time to read it just yet, he continues, "If you'd please follow me, I'll take you to the dinner, unless you have more pressing business?" He then waits patiently for the three to give him some indication as to their plans. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 172] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 11-20-03 02:29 PM "Oh bother," Tani mutters, looking down at her clothes and wishing there was time to clean up. She feels a bit embarrassed that their host and hostess were generous enough to wait for them and it would be rude for them attend the meal still road traveled and rumpled. She feels can feel the stain of a blush heating her cheeks. She takes the piece of parchment from Gregory, absently handing him a silver piece in exchange and tucking the parchment into her belt for safekeeping. She trades looks with the others, reaching out to straighten Mictian's collar before brushing her hands down her skirt and trying to quickly look presentable while asking Gregory, "Are you sure we look okay? We haven't had a chance to clean up yet and I would not want to offend our gracious hosts!" She looks at the young man with some concern, not wanting to have Lania and Morgan's aunt and uncle think them only a step above ruffians. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 173] Author : escherblacksmith Date : 11-21-03 08:54 AM Forehead still slightly crunched in memory recalling, Mictian hears the word "clean" coming from his cousin. "Oh, clean? Yes, I suppose so. right. Let's see, urrr, cryssanth dovepure", a force can be seen passing slowly over his clothing cleaning as it goes. [color=silver]Prestdigitation[/color] After the process is done he looks at his cousin, "Oh dear, do you time to straighten up as well?" :smirk: -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 174] Author : griffin27 Date : 11-21-03 11:13 AM "Show off," Ranger mutters as he does his best to wipe the dust from his shirt. "I don't think we need to keep those good people waiting any longer. Lead the way Gregory." -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 175] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 11-21-03 12:02 PM Tani gives Mictian an exasperated look, though her mind turns over just how useful a spell that is. [FONT=courier new]I'm going to have to learn something like that.[/FONT] She can't help but mentally collide with the memory of all the times her spells have gone awry or emoted some kind of strange effect. [FONT=courier new]Maybe it's better if I just find a way to earn enough money so that I don't have to get dirty. That would solve that problem quite nicely.[/FONT] "You wouldn't be able to do that for the two of us now, would you?" She doesn't think her cousin can, but she has to at least ask. She exchanges looks with Ranger and can't help but smile at the situation. Since there's nothing she can do about it. She isn't one to normally dwell on the negatives and so does her best to make herself presentable while following Gregory. A part of her mind drifts off though, following the pathways that lead to memories of the dreams she's been having lately; dreams of flying or of curling up tight in a protective ball. Each dream calls to her in a different way and she's torn between the two for some strange reason. She can recall bits and pieces of each so clearly; the air tight against her body/feathers?, soft down keeping her warm and protecting her from irritants. The feel as her body silently swoops down, the barest flick of her toes/tail feathers? allowing her to change direction with ease; the rush of adrenaline in the hunt. Yet there's also the rich smell of the earth, the feel of being safe and protected next to the ground; the way her skin/quills? automatically react to danger by forming a barrier around her; the crunch of a beetle between her teeth. She blinks, pulling her attention back into the here and now. She is looking forward to a good meal and can't help but walk just a bit faster in anticipation of what their hosts have prepared. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 176] Author : Mr.Waesel Date : 11-24-03 10:41 AM [color=silver]bump[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 177] Author : Aidan Pryde Date : 11-24-03 07:52 PM Smiling at the silver piece pressed into his hand, Gregory nods at Tani's query about cleanliness, "Certainly, you look fine to me, if you just brush off that little bit of dust on your skirt. I don't think they'll mind at all, they knew you were going to be out walking after you left the bath house, so I doubt they are expecting you to be spotless," he says helpfully, similing again as he finishes. The young man watches with a bit of amazement crossing his features as Mictian casts his spell and comes out much neater looking than when he began. "Wow, that must be handy. I wish I could do that," he muses. After letting the group tidy up a bit, and at Ranger's prompting, Gregory leads the way back through the building's kitchen, the smells of food being cooked assails the company's noses, reminding them just how long it's been since they have eaten. After a short walk through the garden, the group once again arrives at the house where they first spoke with Maggie about Lania and Morgan and their journey here. Once to the door, Gregory knocks politely, waiting a few moments until it is opened by the woman who took the twins earlier. She smile brightly at those assembled and bows gracefully, bidding them enter. Once everyone has gotten in safely, she turns to Gregory and says, "Thank you for bringing them, you may go back to the inn now. I'll see that these three are taken care of now." The young man nods to her before waving to the group and heading back out through the garden. After he is out of sight, the woman carefully closes the door, and turns to those present, offering to take their travelling cloaks to hang up. Once the cloaks are taken care of, she leads Ranger, Mictian and Tani to the dining room, towards the back of the house. Upon entering, the group is nearly assaulted by Lania and Morgan, both happy to see them again. Once the children have had a moment to say their hellos, there is a slight, "Ahem." from the table, where you can see Maggie seated, along with man you can only assume is her husband. Also seated at the table are an unlikely pair, what appears to be a dwarf, replete with blazing red hair and beard, and an absolutely tiny humanoid with blond hair and a clean shaven face. The second is hard to place amongst the races, but seems to be some sort of gnome, though even the halflings haven't ever seen such a small gnome. The two look uncomfortable, and out of place, in this setting, but they sit patiently, apparently waiting for something. This assumption is soon confirmed as the man stands and speaks in a rumbling bass voice, "Welcome, I do hope you've had good afternoong. My wife has told me about everything you've done for her family, and for that I am grateful." He pauses for a moment before continuing, "Oh, but where are my manners. My name is Larudo Goodwin. Please have a seat. Obviously you know the children, and my wife. These others are Eberk Stonefist," he gestures at the dwarf, "and Djorviann Silventhar," indicating the gnome. "It seems they arrived in the city earlier today, after wandering out of the forest to the west. In any case, they came to the attention of Commander Tavin, and he saw fit to send them here to meet you." He shrugs, then seats himself at the table, the children following suit. "I'll let them tell you what they know and why they're here though. I don't think I could do a very good job of explaining it. But first, we shall eat." He smiles broadly as the servant woman uncovers a steaming bowl of soup, as well as a wonderfully prepared roast pig. Some greens are also brought out from the houses kitchen, and the food is rapidly passed around, the meal seeming much more of a family affair, than a proper feast. Drinks of wine are also poured, with the children getting some juice instead of the alcohol. The wine seems to be a fairly decent vintage, as it doesn't taste the least bit watered down. Everyone chats idly over the food, covering a variety of topics, and generally having a good time of it, the meal lasting well into the night. --------------- [color=blue]RP experience for the Merchant's Guild Tani = 450xp, total 5750 Ranger = 400xp, total 5550 Mictian = 200xp, total 5300 Also, please welcome Israfel666 as Djorviann and Mr.Waesel as Eberk. You'll find out what happened to Perry and Geral once someone gets around to reading the note given to Tani when you arrived at the inn. Nothing bad, as both Ryfte and HIV indicated a desire to rejoin at a later date, but they'll no longer be members of the active party, hence the new additions. Israfel and Mr.Waesel: Feel free to post RP now, I'm going to send each of you a PM about your meeting here, so look for that in the really near future. Otherwise, if you could just fix the things I noted in the setup thread, everything should be good to go :).[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 178] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 11-25-03 09:53 AM [color=silver](OOC: I will post later today. I have to go out of town. Welcome Israfel and Mr. Waesel!!!!!!! Aidan: thanks for the XP!)[/color] :bow: Tani gives the young Gregory a smile, appreciating his kind words. "So do I," she murmurs sympathetically with him over Mictian's cleaning spell. While walking through the garden, Tani figures she has enough time to at least scan through the parchment she was given. It would be rude to their host if she looked through it during dinner and her curiosity is such that she can't wait until after dinner to see what is written. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 179] Author : Mr.Waesel Date : 11-25-03 10:17 AM [color=silver] I see it is custom to write any PC's name in bold ?[/color] Eberk greets all other guests. [color=green]"Tell me, does any one of you have any connection to the Great plains near the mountains about a week north of here?"[/color] he says, at an attempt to start a conversation. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 180] Author : escherblacksmith Date : 11-25-03 10:35 AM Title : Mictian "Indeed? So they have information for the adventure as well? Well, perhaps adventure is not quite the right way to put it. After all there is a great chance for danger, but then again, I suppose there wouldn't be much danger without adventure, errr, I mean much adventure with danger . . . but then it is also a service of sorts, as there are people, ahem . . . who should be found, as it were . . . ", pausing in the middle of what even he would regard as at least a minor faux pas, he takes a longer look at the dwarf, "Hail good sir, I have not met one such as yourself in sometime. I certainly have not met one with such, well, to put it bluntly, red hair! Stonefist is it? My I had forgotten how the dwarfs have such active names!" "And greetings to you master gnome, in my travels I have not yet come upon a time to learn your fine language, but fear not, someday soon I will make it my focus . . . at least for awhile . . ." Somewhere in the middle of his exposition, he realizes that a question was asked. "Great plains? Well, we did come from the north, Ranger, do you remember plains?" -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 181] Author : Mr.Waesel Date : 11-25-03 10:55 AM [color=green]Yes, my name is Stonefist, my parents were miners, you see. Red hair is not uncommon in the tribe I hail from, though. ...What did you say your name was, again?"[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 182] Author : Israfel666 Date : 11-25-03 02:40 PM Title : Djorviann Djorviann deeply enjoys the dinner - he hasn't eaten a decent meal in a long time, ever since he left Dwelvenpass. He feels a bit uncomfortable, though, as he isn't familiar with the custom of other races, but such things matter little when your belly is empty! The wine is fine, too, but, mercifully, little more than water to the gnome poet, who is used to far stronger drinks, and does not feel any side-effect growing inside... yet. As Mictian greets him, Djorviann feels a bit reluctant to answer. What might these strangers want from him... they have been leading him and Eberk from building to building for the whole day, and no-one even mentioned Aerdrie Faenya! But he ultimately wins his own hesitation, and tentatively replies: "Uh... thank you, sir halfling... but don't worry, few people outside gnomes speak Gnome, even learned ones. Nor do we have much to tell those who learn it... ours is a simple people, not as high and sophisticated as, say, the elves..." he stops here, wondering if he spoke with appropriate urban politeness, and half-hoping that his mentioning of the elves might lead the conversation to more interesting subjects. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 183] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 11-26-03 11:52 AM [color=silver](OOC: Mr.W: Yes, it’s customary to put other PC’s & important NPC’s names in bold. This helps capture their attention when reading a post & is esp. helpful to the DM. Also, it is standard to put your PC’s thoughts in italics and any yelling or shouting in ALL CAPS. Aidan: I was going to wait until Tani read the parchment, but I’m falling behind…)[/color] Tani, after a very surprised and shocked reading of the parchment, rolls it back up and tucks it into one of her many pockets. She considers sharing what she has just learned with the others, but decides to wait until a more appropriate time. The loss of further companions, no matter how temporary, makes her feel sad. She tends to get very attached to people and their loss only echoes to loneliness deep inside her. She doesn’t want to admit it, but she’s secretly afraid of somehow losing either Mictian or Ranger, both of whom mean so much to her. She’s drawn out of her reverie as the group arrives at their destination. Before the young halfling forgets her manners she turns and thanks Gregory. She gladly hands over her cloak, glad she shook out the dust from its folds while they were still outside. She allows herself to get swept up by Lania and Morgan. “Wow! You two already look like you’ve grown half an inch!” She admires the children’s new clothing, making sure to remark on what a beautiful young lady Lania is going to be. “Business will improve just by your pretty face.” She winks as the young girl blushes, knowing she’s being teased but also hearing honesty in the statement. It isn’t hard for Tani to picture all the young, available men of the city lining up to pay court to her in another few years. That could mean trouble for many people, but Lania is a good child with a generous heart and a wise head. The halfling chuckles to herself as she imagines scores of frustrated young men in her future. She almost groans when she realizes she didn’t bring back any kind of gift or treat for the two children. A polite “Ahem,” draws Tani back to the present. She tilts her head sideways as she notes the dwarf and what seems to be a very tiny gnome? seated at the table with Lania & Morgan’s aunt and uncle. She throws them one of her friendliest smiles; having noticed immediately their discomfort and trying to ease their tension somewhat. She gives each of them a nod as they are introduced. Her attention is completely captured by those three little words spoken by Innkeeper Larudo, “we shall eat.” She breathes deep of the aromas wafting through the room, her stomach complaining loudly at her slowness to feed it. She takes plenty of everything, though instead of eating in the normal fashion one might expect from a simple scout or fighter, she eats with surprising dignity and unconscious grace. She learned proper table manners as soon as she was able to begin eating proper foods as a child. Growing up around diplomats and political entities made such things as careful grooming in table etiquette a most important and normal part of life. She listens to her cousin blithely showing off as he speaks what must obviously be dwarven. She finally pokes him in the side, saying quietly. “Hey, stick to Common at the dinner table. Not everyone at the table understands you & it’s rude to those of us who don’t.” She sounds very much like an older sibling instead of a close cousin, but after all they’ve been through these past few months on the road, he is as close and closer than her brothers and she couldn’t love him any more than if he were a brother instead of a first-cousin. She turns her attention to Eberk. “I’m not sure what mountains you are referring too.” She lays out a map of Dartore in her head, but when she draws a mental line from Bri Ili straight upward, the only thing she can picture is a huge forest. In fact, Gilhara is somewhat north-northwest of Bri Ili, but no mountain ranges. “I’m from Lainmadigh, near the vast elven forests. Mictian here is my cousin and he’s also from Lainmadigh.” She listens politely to Djorviann and nods her head when he mentions the elves sophistication. “It’s hard to beat a race like the elves when it comes to grace and sophistication. Growing up in Lainmadigh allows us many a chance to meet with them. They are a very interesting people. They view things a bit differently than we do, being so much longer lived.” She turns to make sure their hosts are involved in the conversation, asking various questions and listening avidly to the kids describe their day. She can’t seem to help herself and finds her mind drifting into the business realm, despite her earlier promises to herself to let dinner be a simple, friendly get-together. She asks Innkeeper Larudo and his wife [color=sky blue](ooc: don’t have my notes with me & so I don’t remember her name)[/color] the inside scoop on being an innkeeper. “How can we be better guests, both here & at any future inn we stay at? I know. What is the one thing that drives you most crazy about your guests and what is the one thing a guest does that you really appreciate?” She listens avidly to whatever they are willing to share about their daily life, eager to learn as well as gain a possible new friend or business contact. She’ll ask such questions as what a small traveling merchant would be wise to carry, the type of goods most innkeepers might be interested in. She enjoys dinner most thoroughly, eating more than anyone could possibly account for. She doesn’t shovel the food in, but continues to eat at a steady pace. A part of her continues to remain distracted & she can’t help but wonder if she can get Mictian to spend the evening with Ranger instead of in her room, especially since it seems there’s going to be a little extra space. If she can get some time alone, she can sneak out & back in with no one the wiser. That way, if her spell fails, she won’t have to feel the embarrassment and shame of it by the way the others look at her. Besides, she'll need to talk to them alone later to share the news brought to her in the parchment. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 184] Author : griffin27 Date : 11-26-03 03:13 PM As usual Ranger falls quiet around those he doesn't know. He warmly greets the two children and then thanks Larudo for his "hospitality and generosity." Otherwise Ranger focuses on his meal and listens intently to everything the gnome and dwarf say. He's very curious to hear what they know of the woods and the shadowy evil that lurks within. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 185] Author : ryfte Date : 12-01-03 12:58 PM [color=silver]Heeeeyyyyyy there! I have returned... I haven't checked the backstory to see if I'm still alive or taken out or over yet though... ;)[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 186] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 12-01-03 01:02 PM [COLOR=silver](ooc: Ryfte: Welcome back! We were just waiting to discover your fate... :devil: )[/COLOR] Tani deftly spears another helping onto her plate as she listens attentively to those around her. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 187] Author : escherblacksmith Date : 12-02-03 09:00 AM Title : Mictian [color=silver]Have all of the prodigal's returned?[/color] "Quite right Tani quite right, I often let myself go and I so love languages. If I had time . . . Ah I believe introductions have been missed, at least on our side, I am Mictian, this is my cousing Tani, our boon companion Ranger, and . . . and I am not sure where the others are . . . Ah well, I am sure they will be along sometime, always things to do when you get to town. What with fighting the dark ones and dealing with pixies and elves of the wood . . . but this is a happy time, don't let me go down those paths . . . " All the while his hands are in constant motion moving food to his plate then to his mouth in what could be loosely described as an intricate ballet. Yet somehow his mouth is never too full that he can't speak comfortably. "Now, Djorviann is it? Elves I could speak upon for hours. Although many would say there are elves and there are elves, if you understand me. Although the bulk of my experience has been with the sylvan, I have had some contact with the more worldly, if you will, those that actually liked dealing with those of us of the more shortlived races. Fascinating people, and the language is music . . ." Mictian then goes off into some rather awful poetry, in elvish (his own creation), which, luckily, doesn't completely ruin the timbre of the language itself. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 188] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 12-02-03 12:59 PM [color=silver](OOC: Escher: No, I don't think so. We're still missing Perry's owner. I miss Hogue, who is long, long gone. I'm sure glad Geral's back. I missed him!)[/color] Tani giggles as Mictian repeats the introductions. She can't help but give him a fond look as he tumbles into a recitation of some obscure poetry. She's glad to have some family around when so far from home. After a particularly awful verse, where everyone who speaks elvish winces, she refills her cousin's wine glass and pushes the full cup into his hands, urging him to drink his fill. "Drink up, the performing arts is thirsty work." She winks at the others around the table where Mictian can't see. Her thoughts drift off and she decides she'll have to cut the evenings festivities short tonight. She can always stay up late and get drunk another night. Tonight, if things go right, she'll come away with a very precious gift. She still doesn't know who, if anyone, will answer her call. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 189] Author : Aidan Pryde Date : 12-03-03 01:58 AM [color=silver](Thanks for keeping this up an extra couple days without me, suffice to say, my Thanksgiving was a strange, not altogether pleasant, experience this year, maybe I'll get around to posting a bit more at the ooc site in the near future. In any case, Ryfte, welcome back, you can feel free to walk in a bit late to the dinner if you'd like, or you can wait to rejoin once everyone's back to the inn. Geral's been wandering the city, taking in the ordered chaos that a human city is, with only a minor run-in with the guards outside the diplomatic district. As for everyone being back, HIV's still away, and there's no date for his return, so I'll just proceed as planned with writing out Perry and skip how I was going to take care of Geral :). Mr.Waesel, I think you misunderstood my PM a little. Eberk travelled a bit over a week across the plains to the woods, I didn't specify the time spent going from there to the city, which is itself several more days. All told, the mountain ranges in the north are about a two to two-and-a-half week journey from Bri Ili. Also, I prefer posts be written in the 3rd person, as it makes it a bit easier to read, but you're doing well so far :).)[/color] While walking through the garden area between the inn and the house, Tani quickly unwraps the message given to her, and scans its contents. In Perry's typical prose, it tells the other halfling that he's found some sort of information source that he wants to delve into, but expects it to take atleast a week, perhaps more. He's planning on staying in the city for that time, but wishes everyone the best of luck, and notes that they should come see him whenever they return to the city. Scanning to the end, she almost misses the small noted scribbled at the bottom, reading "Tani, left you an interesting find in your room. Hope you like it." There's no indication as to what this "find" might be, but knowing Perry, she can only imagine that it will be something unique. At the dinner, conversations carry on across the table, covering a variety of topics, including a bit about the two newcomers. When Tani asks the Goodwins about inn guests, Larudo answers, "Well, ours is a fairly small inn, and we don't usually get this many travellers, so I can't speak towards that too much. No offense intended, but our usual guests are merchants and the like, and they tend to be pretty tidy and generally we don't notice them beyond cleaning the rooms when they ask or leave. So I guess that, mostly, it's just a matter of not completely ruining anything in rooms or common areas. We expect to clean, but messy people make that task harder and more unpleasant that it would otherwise be." He shrugs a bit at the end, as if to indicate that he's not really considered such a thing before. He adds, "As for what small merchants carry, well, the ones that stay around here tend to have a variety of things, though they usually fall into a couple categories. There's the arms dealers, carry mostly weapons and armor, grocers who bring some of the more exotic fruits and foods from various places, but the majority seem to carry luxury items; silks, tapestries, fancy soaps, perfumes and the like." Eventually, the talk turns towards Mictian's use of the dwarven tounge, ending in his reciting some poetry in elven which causes Larudo to cringe a bit, though the rest of his family seems blithely unaware of what is actually being said, allowing them to enjoy the sound of the unusual language. Once she spies a lull in the conversation, Lania speaks up, "So where are you off to next? Are you staying long? You'll tell me about it when you get back, right?" She directs her questions towards the group members that saw her and her brother back here safely, though she does glance at the dwarf and gnome, indicating that they are perfectly welcome to answer as well, the inquisitiveness of a child getting the better of her normally careful disposition. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 190] Author : Mr.Waesel Date : 12-03-03 04:49 AM [color=silver]Okay Aidan. But I am typing my posts in 3rd person ("Eberk does this and that...")[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 191] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 12-03-03 12:01 PM [color=silver](OOC: Aidan: Now you know you're going to have to go post something at the Refugee site! You simply can't make a statement like that and just leave us hanging. :P lol)[/color] Earlier Walking through the garden, Tani's attention is completely caught up in the parchment she's reading. She can't help but smile and shake her head as she reads of Perry's plans. It sounds just like something he'd do and she looks forward to hooking up with him in a few weeks and finding out what he's learned. It doesn't occur to her to feel abandoned or any such thing and she takes his announcement in stride. She is eager to go peek and see what he's left her in her room. [FONT=courier new]It's probably that darn red marble.[/FONT] She begins to search her person for the marble, knowing she had it last after having picked Mictian's pocket for it. She plans on presenting it at dinner and for a moment she actually believes Perry somehow lifted it from her without her ever even knowing he was around, which is simply ridiculous. Back at Dinner Tani looks around at the rather quiet group and sighs in response. She expects Ranger to be the silent and stoic type, but she somehow didn't expect the little gnome to be just as quiet. [FONT=courier new]Well, at least they won't make much noise when we're out tracking those goblin thingies.[/FONT] She has to put a good spin on everything. Her green eyes fairly glow when Larudo begins discussing the various wares the merchants usually deal in around here. Her mouth waters and several thoughts rush about, colliding inside her head in their mad effort to all get the same amount of attention at the same exact time and leaving her with nothing more than a jumble to work through. "Ooohhh, I'll have to check into carrying some of those luxury items with me when we continue on our journey. If nothing else, my mother would love to receive some of the perfumed soap your city is so famed for." She can imagine the perfumes could also fetch a decent price if the deal were set up just right… her thoughts race around as she considers her lucky position. Her attention is speared by Lania, who asks where the group is off to next. The halfling gives the girl a gentle smile, not wanting to bring up any painful memories, especially during their first night back in Bri Ili and with family again. She doesn't want to spoil the mood and so lightly says, "Oh, we've been discussing things with the good Commander of your fair city and with the Merchant's guild to help clean up the countryside and make it safe to travel through again. These two kind souls are going to help us and we'll all get together and have another celebration dinner once we return." She winks at the young girl, reaching over to ruffle Morgan's hair. "Oh my," she declares, making a fuss over his hair. "I say, you got yourself a trim didn't you." She looks over both children. "In fact, I think you both had your hair trimmed up nice." She tries her best to change the subject and distract the kids from thinking of the horrors outside in the forest and just what kind of terrible things have and are going on out there. "So Sir Stonefist, what brings you to Bri Ili? How about you Sir Djorviann? We were hired to escort a merchants wagon and his journey ended here." She decides to wait until later to tell the others that Perry won't be joining up with them. She doesn't know if he wants the knowledge made public and decides that her discretion is probably required in order for him to accomplish whatever it is he needs to do. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 192] Author : Israfel666 Date : 12-03-03 01:58 PM Despite his inner cringe at hearing such a barbaric treatment of Elvish language, Djorviann is pleased by the halflings' replies. He begins to wonder if the company he met might be worth joining. Now confident that this is a friendly company to share dinner with, he drinks a couple more glasses of wine, trying carefully not to look like an uncivilized gnome. He realizes too late, though, that he has by now drunk more than any of the tall ones at the table - who probably weigh several times as him! A bit ashamed to have let his control slip off like this, he attempts to avoid embarrassing questions by resuming the interesting conversation. The forest gnome's love for chatting - seldom used in a long time - awakes (partly because of the wine) and he adds: "You say you did meet elves, master Mictian and mistress Tani? I'm amazed - I have not been similarly blessed, but it is a deep desire of mine to visit them as soon as I have the opportunity. As I told you, I have lived most of my life in a tiny, tranquil village" Djorviann wonders if he should reveal the name of the hamlets, but stops in time, remembering his unpleasant exile from his home town "until... circumstances caused me to become a traveller. Now that I am an elquenthar, a 'sleeper under the stars' - that's what elves call vagabonds - I have no reason to neglect myself such a wish." When Lania asks the adventurers about their plans, Djorviann (happy to speak with one his size) gives an answer: "Maybe the rest of this enjoyable company have something in their minds, but as for myself, I don't really know, my friend. Perhaps I will look for a home in this town and spend some time here. Or perhaps I will... I will take the first road out of this and follow the wind." Inspired by the house beverage, the forest gnome improvises a ballad on the last words he pronounced. "I'm following the wind / Chasing rainbows all my days / Of all roads I'll see the end / And of all the Golden Ways / Towns and people, beasts and trees / Just waiting for a traveller's eye / Who has no friend but all he sees / The sun, the moon, and below them I..." -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 193] Author : Israfel666 Date : 12-03-03 02:08 PM [color=gray](Hmm, didn't see the last of Vasha's posts. Updating...)[/color] At Tani's questions, Djorviann resumes from his poetric trip. "Hemm - I'm sorry, I tend to get a little air-headed when... sometimes. You asked me my business here? Well, it's a bit complicated to explain... plus, I don't know how it might be related to your merchants' wagon... anyway, I'll try to do my best. First of all, do you know who Aerdrie Faenya is?" he asks, preparing to embark on a long and appropriately solemn explanation if someone didn't. Anyone listening can notice the gnome's deep respect and praise as he pronounces the Elven goddess' name. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 194] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 12-04-03 03:59 PM Tani beams as the reserved Djorviann seems to shed his reticence and joins eagerly into the conversation. She giggles when he calls her Mistress, laughing outright at Master Mictian. She sticks her tongue out at her cousin before turning back to the gnome. "You are welcome to come back to Lainmadigh with us. I'll personally introduce you to an elf. Well, when we do return home, that is." She giggles again, knowing it could be years before she returns home to set up business. She listens as Djorviann gives an impromptu performance, clapping in delight when he trail off. She lifts her glass of wine. "That certainly deserves a toast!" With that she drinks down the last of her glass, forgetting to actually give any kind of toast. "Audrey Fanny? No, I don't think I know who she is," the halfling says in response to his question of who Aerdrie Faenya is. She wonders if she's some kind of relative or maybe his wife or something. He seems to put a lot of meaning behind the name. [color=sky blue](OOC: Aidan: Would Tani know who the elven goddess is. It would seem strange for her not to, given her background. Let me know how to play this one or if I need to roll something.)[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 195] Author : Aidan Pryde Date : 12-05-03 01:03 AM [color=silver](Mr.Waesel: Sorry, I didn't mean for it to sound like you were doing something wrong, it was supposed to be just a general sort of thing, what you've done so far is great :). Ryfte: I'll let you post your own entrance whenever you'd like, feel free to walk in whenever ;). Akavasha: I'll get to my Thanksgiving in the next day or so over there, along with another announcement or two. As for the Aerdrie Faenya question, I'll let you make a Knowledge (Religion) check, or in your case an Int check to determine what Tani knows. DC 5 will get you that she exists, DC 17 to know the tenets of the religion. The second is much harder because, even amongst elves, she's a rarely worshipped goddess, so it's unlikely that anyone outside the elves would know details. Oh, and unless I missed something, Tani does, indeed, still have the marble.)[/color] The young boy, Morgan, giggles when Tani ruffles his hair, giving her a big grin as she finishes talking. The grin soon gives way to a yawn though, as it is obvious that the boy is getting tired, not unusual for one of his age. Lania listens to the ballad presented by the gnome, Djorviann, clapping at the end, and echoing Tani's delighted remarks. She does, however, notice little Morgan's yawn, and turns to the inkeeper's wife, Maggie, and whispers something to her, to which the older woman nods in reply. Smiling, Lania stands up, carefully pushing out her chair, and announces, "My brother is getting sleepy, and I could use some rest myself, so if you would all be kind enough as to excuse us, we'll retire for the evening. It's been a pleasure meeting all of you. Perhaps I'll get a chance to hear about this Aerdrie Faenya at another time." The tiredness in her voice is evident, though the manners she was brought up with cover for much of it. Picking up Morgan, she carries him out of the dining area, leaving the adults to finish their conversations and drinks. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 196] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 12-05-03 12:10 PM [color=silver](OOC: Aidan: I will be moving over the weekend & may be gone Monday also. NPC Tani if needed. Thanks!)[/color] Tani suddenly remembers her earlier worry and checks her pocket for the red marble. With a somewhat sly and definitely smug look, she pulls the marble free and begins to flick it in the air with one hand, making sure she has Mictian's attention. She flicks it up with the back of her thumb, opening her hand to catch the marble in the palm of her hand. She laughs at his expression, since he was the one she took it from. Remembering Perry's note, some of her gaiety falls away as she considers the fact that their game is now down to two people. The halfling female winks at Lania as the young girl continues to behave in a responsible manner, protective and caring of her little brother. Tani watches them leave, approval apparent in her expression. [color=brown]"She's going to grow up to be quite a remarkable person."[/color] She isn't speaking to anyone in particular, just making note of her opinion. It occurs to her that Lania may turn out to be a potential business partner or customer in the future. Sure Lania is young, but Tani can afford to wait a few years for the girl to grow up & come into her own. It's something she'll have to give thought to later. Int. check = {17} (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=Tantris#77067) [color=sky blue]Wahoo! Let me know what I need to Aidan. Where can I find info on Faenya?[/color] She turns back to Djorviann, mischief dancing once more in her eyes. She tries to hide a smile and look innocent as she repeats her question, but gives it up as a bad job and laughs. She has an innocent and fresh quality about her laughter and it is evident she means no malice or harm by her pranks and jokes. [color=brown]"Audrey Fanny,"[/color] laughter overtakes her again and she gets a case of the giggles. [color=brown]"I'm sorry,"[/color] she tells him, wiping the tears at the edges of her eyes with the corner of her napkin and trying to get control over herself. [color=brown]"I wasn't making fun of you, honest. It's just that you looked so serious and solemn sitting there. Please don't take offense. I would love to discuss Aerdrie Faenya with you sometime, if you're still talking to me after this that is."[/color] She gives him a wink, obviously comfortable in a group of people. [color=brown]"Not too many know of her. My family had some dealings with a priestess of Faenya and I was honored to be chosen as her daughter's companion while in the city. All I know of Faenya I learned from Xaralannaphia."[/color] She doesn't mention that it wasn't an assignment she wanted in the beginning, though the two did become good friends before all was said and done. Tani also doesn't mention all of the trouble she got her friend into. Rumors are still going around about the bar fight, well, more of a brawl really, that they started. She shakes her head, still unsure as to how things could have gotten so out of hand that night. First they were drinking and playing darts, then there was an accusation of cheating, and the next thing she knew, the fight spread out into the street. It was reminiscent of a fire, it spread quickly from one tavern to the next. The following morning the sun rose to greet a mass of destruction; broken glass and bits of furniture strewn haphazardly everywhere. The town guard had hauled away all those they could get their hands on the night before, which didn't include either Tani or Xara, so the streets were strangely empty. It wasn't long after that when she found herself suddenly encouraged by her family to take up a caravan guard job with her cousin Mictian and perhaps travel and see the sights. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 197] Author : griffin27 Date : 12-08-03 03:23 PM Silent Ranger listens and watches the interplay between Tani and the newcomers. Slowly he starts to learn their names and judges them to be trustworthy. In his experience Tani has proven to be a remarkable judge of character. And the fact that she is so clearly comfortable with them is taken as a good sign. At the end of the meal Ranger rises and after thanking their good host says, "Mr. Stonefist and Djorviann, we are leaving early in the morn to investigate the troubles in the wood. You are both welcome to join us. Come supplied and shortly after dawn if you will. Now please excuse me. It has been a long day and I need to get to bed before I drop." With a slight bow the man turns and heads for his room. (ooc.. I think we're leaving in the morning. I forget and am too lazy to go back and check.) -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 198] Author : Mr.Waesel Date : 12-09-03 02:45 AM Eberk is awfully quiet during the conversation. He isn't used to people and watches their interaction with a mix of interest and jealousy. The only time he opens his mouth (other than to eat and introduce himself) is when Ranger invites them to come along. [color=green]"Very well. I know the forest like the back of my hadn, and can see the bird fly and hear the wolf howl. No secrets are truly secret for me in my natural habitat."[/color] Eberk sighs. [color=green]"Why can't I talk like a normal person for once?"[/color] [color=silver]Aidan, do I know anything about these troubles from my travel throught the wood to get here?[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 199] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 12-09-03 11:15 AM [color=silver](OOC: Aidan: I'm back.)[/color] [color=brown][size=3]"HEY!"[/color][/size] Tani looks at Ranger with horror in her eyes. [color=brown]"We can't leave tomorrow! I still have to deliver the potions and sword and we have to get supplies![/color] She is absolutely stunned he could forget such a thing and shakes her head while thinking to herself in disgust, [FONT=courier new]MEN![/FONT] She'd roll her eyes, but she's still a little stunned that he would forget about such an important thing as shopping! [color=brown]"He does make a good point though,"[/color] she tells the rest of those seated at the table. [color=brown]"Tomorrow is going to be a busy day and there is a lot we need to do in order to prepare for leaving on the following morning & we're going to need all the rest we can get. Who knows when we'll get such a chance again. We have a meeting tomorrow afternoon with the Master Merchant Siannodel and I don't think she'd take it too kindly if we just didn't show up. I have some personal preperations I need to make, so I too will excuse myself."[/color] She shares another smile with everyone around the table before jumping down from her chair. She also tugs on Mictian, letting him know he should also follow. She was going to have her cousin change rooms and sleep with Ranger now that Perry is busy elsewhere, but decides she'll need someone to talk to if things go wrong & so doesn't say anything. She does share with both Ranger and Mictian the contents of the letter, but not the letter itself, which has disappeared into the bottom of her backpack. She doesn't say anything about the 'surprise' Perry left her. She makes sure to get to the room first, asking Mictian to give her a few minutes to change and freshen up before joining her in the room they're sharing. It reminds her of the times when they were little and stayed over at one anothers house and a smile plays at her eyes at the memory. She doesn't really need to freshen up, but she does want to see what Perry left her. It could be something private and she doesn't want to embarrass herself or have to share or anything. She gets together all of the things she'll need, going over the magical call again in her mind. She isn't sure whether she should sneak out into the forest or if she should simply open up her window and casts the Call from there and decides to ask Mictian for his advice. She wasn't going to say anything at all, but the need for a family member right now is stronger than her need for silence. She explains to him that she is going to try and call a familiar to her, but isn't sure where to make the call & wait. [color=brown]"What do you think? Should I sneak out? Did you see a park in town when we were walking through?"[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 200] Author : griffin27 Date : 12-09-03 12:08 PM "Great Eberk," Ranger replies, "it was Eberk right? Yes. Well it will be nice to trade knowledge of woodcraft. We'll talk more tomorrow." "Oh yeah," Ranger says abashed, "I meant the day after tomorrow. Don't panic little woman. Just a slip of the tongue." Ranger is a bit surprised when Tani tells him of the letter and what's happened to Perry. He wonders aloud, "what about Geral? Any word on him? Not like him to be gone so long. He's a punctual and orderly fellow." Unless there's anything else Ranger retires for the night -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 201] Author : Israfel666 Date : 12-09-03 12:56 PM [color=gray](OOC: if characters represent a part of the players' personality, I guess I should not be very proud of what I'm inventing for this game, though it's darned funny)[/color] While he could tolerate Mictian's parody of Elven speech, hearing Tani (so far such a promising companion!) laugh at his goddess is too much for the tired and drunk Djorviann: as if some kind of mental switch had been activated inside the gnome's brain, his mouth hangs open, the gaze of his bright eyes falls down, and his tiny shoulders droop at such an answer. As often happens, his wine-helped excitement and poetic inspiration is being followed by a profound depression and exhaustion. Ignoring the conversation going on about more practical matters at hand, Djorviann mutters some barely coherent answer ("you might just show some respect..."), but no-one understands them, because he has spoken in Gnomish without even realizing it. Mustering his concentration, the poet swallows one last glass of wine in a single, long-practised gesture and leaves the dinner table, mumbling excuses and "pardons" under his breath. While walking towards the dinner-room door, he stumbles and almost smashes against Lania, who is heading back to her room: fortunately, the girl is gifted with quick reflexes (as well as being taller and almost stronger than him) and catches the gnome before he falls down. Grateful for the help, Djorviann makes an effort to raise his eyes to meet Lania's: "Thank you" he says, and falls asleep, snoring softly and breathing alcohol-smelling air towards the deeply embarrassed girl's face. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 202] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 12-09-03 05:36 PM [color=silver](OOC: Israfel666: I wouldn't worry about that too much. Everyone has a dark side, but a good gamer is able to pull things out of their PC's that really aren't a part of their personality. Tani has some traits that I definitely don't share. She loves to shop (the part about enjoying buying everyone else gifts is from me, but the shopping part - UGH! She would also be one to talk incessantly on the phone & I absolutely hate talking on the phone! I must have a broken female gene somewhere.)[/color] ;) Tani gives Ranger a strange look, not sure if he's teasing her or not about forgetting what day they were leaving. She turns to Djorviann and is surprised to see him look so downcast. Her brow furrows and she realizes she's probably crossed some line with the Audrey Fanny thing. [FONT=courier new]It really was funny! I guess he doesn't have much of a sense of humor.[/FONT] She gives a silent sigh, hoping he won't end up being a dour companion during their hunt. He gets up and leaves, not giving her a chance to say anything to him. [FONT=courier new]I'll have to talk to him tomorrow and apologize. I wonder just how sensitive he is.[/FONT] Later… Tani can only shrug when Ranger asks about Geral. [color=brown]"I don't know where he's gotten to, but I can go ask around if you'd like. It shouldn't be too hard to find someone as unusual looking as he is."[/color] She can keep an eye out for the gray man with the purple swirled skin while looking for a public park. [color=brown]"You don't think he's gotten into some kind of trouble do you?"[/color] She gets a worried look on her face as she considers the possibility. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 203] Author : Aidan Pryde Date : 12-11-03 01:27 AM [color=silver](Sorry about the delay guys, I've been really sick the past couple days, am still sort of sick, but I'm atleast capable of posting now :). Mr.Waesel (and Israfel for that matter): You did notice that there was an unusual lack of the normal woodland creatures as you neared the road leading to Bri Ili, as well as seeing several dark shapes moving about, but you didn't encounter anything seriously threatening on your journey, just a general wrongness to the way things were. Akavasha: I forgot to mention in the PM I sent you, but the full info on the elven pantheon is in Faiths & Pantheons, minus the references specific to FR of course, the PM should cover what Tani knows, but if you want to look up more, feel free :).)[/color] Shortly after Lania leaves the table, Djorviann takes offense to Tani's small joke about his goddess, and stumbles out after her, running into the girl on the way out. She manages to keep him from completely falling over, though her movements are somewhat hampered due to her also carrying Morgan. When the little gnome finally passes out completely, she turns up her nose a bit to avoid the smell of alcohol, and manages to prop him against a nearby wall before moving on. Eventually, the woman who took the group's cloaks comes to the small gnome's aid, carefully waking him, returning his cloak, and escorting him across the garden to the inn itself. Once there, she says, "If you need a room for the night, just talk to Gregory, and he'll get you all set up." She smiles at the gnomish man before leaving him to his own devices, heading back the way she came. Sitting in the common area is a strange looking man, with greyish-purple skin and dark hair streaked with purple. He appears to be waiting for something, but doesn't make any immediate move when he sees Djorviann being escorted in. Shortly thereafter, the conversations over what is left of dinner wrap up, and everyone says their goodnights, with the Goodwins thanking the group for coming, and reiterating that they are always welcome. Walking back to the inn, most of the group is a little surprised to find Geral there waiting for them, as well as Djorviann who has recovered a little bit from his intoxication, although he still appears to be in less than stellar shape. After some discussion, room arrangements are made, and Geral has a chance to catch up with everything that has happened thus far, Tani heads off to her room ahead of her cousin, to see just what it is that Perry left her. Opening the door, she is greeted by a small wooden box with several hole bored into it along the upper rim, just below the lid. On top is a piece of parchment reading, "Saw this in a shop, thought of you, owner said her name was Ruby. Perry." Opening the box reveals what appears to be a small ball covered in spikes, certainly an odd thing to give a name to. Closer inspection reveals it to be some sort of animal, as the ball-like shape expands and contracts with the creature's slow breathing as it continues to sleep peacefully. --------------------------------- [color=blue]RP experience for Dinner Tani = 250xp, total 6000 (The setup thread is here (http://boards1.wizards.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=99045) for your level up, please 3.5-ify Tani when you get the chance ;)) Ranger = 150xp, total 5700 Mictian = 150xp, total 5450 Eberk = 150xp, total 4150 Djorviann = 250xp, total 4250 Geral = 0xp, total 5250 (For Ryfte's reference) I PM'd Ryfte, so he should hopefully be posting for Geral again soon. Feel free to RP whatever you'd like for rejoining & up to the next morning, after everyone has had a chance to post, I'll move on to the following morning.[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 204] Author : ryfte Date : 12-11-03 02:20 AM Title : Geral [color=silver]Light post as I haven't backread fully yet! ;) I'll really be back in the next few days... :D[/color] Well, some things never change... These people are soooo flighty and illogical... Ah, well, I suppose I began my travels to meet such strange creatures as these in the first place! Let's see... I will need to practice the complete nine forms for what will no doubt come... a bit of fasting will help too... -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 205] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 12-11-03 10:38 AM [color=silver](OOC: Aidan: I'm glad you are feeling better. Being sick is simply no fun! And thanks for the info :bow: I'll get the updated version typed in soon. Thanks!!!!)[/color] Tani, for once silent as she crosses the garden with the others, stops dead in her tracks, mouth hanging wide open. A look similar to what one might see on an older sister right before she takes her younger sibling to task crosses her face. [color=brown]"Geral, you missed dinner![/color] She shakes her head sorrowfully. [color=brown]"It was an excellent meal. Where were you? No, don't tell me now. I have something I need to do and we'll need to fill you in on what we've done and learned today. How about if we meet for breakfast? Say an hour after sunrise? We'll be leaving the day after tomorrow. I see you've met Djorviann. Good! He'll be joining our group. He's very quiet so you should really like him."[/color] She doesn't pause long enough for him to even attempt to answer anything as she rattles off at him. The halfling abruptly leaves off talking to grab him around one meaty thigh and gives him an impulsive hug. [color=brown]"I'll see you in the morning! Good night gentlemen."[/color] She dashes off to her room, waving at him & the others as she goes. She makes it back to her room without any further delays. Her mind is caught up with her plans for the evening, but she's excited enough that it is hard for her to concentrate as all sorts of other things bang at the door of her mind demanding her attention. There's the shopping expedition; what to buy, how much, exactly what might be needed. There's discovering if there's any further information concerning what's going on out in the forest and how long it has been happening. Then she needs to deliver the goods she transported from Bri Ili, not to mention trying to make any business contacts and try to visit with Jonathan since it would be considered rude not to even stop in and say hello. Tomorrow afternoon is the meeting with Master Merchant Siannodel and a few other merchant guild members… the list is overwhelming and yet, uppermost in her mind is the magical calling she has planned to work tonight. There's a slight twinge and she ignores the thought that something might go wrong. Her magic has always had unusual side effects and while things seem to have cleared up lately, she would hate to have something go wrong & end up calling an earthworm or dung beetle or some other useless or worse, unpleasant creature. Some people might enjoy a scorpion for a familiar, but she'd prefer something a bit cuddlier. She opens the door to her room and stops abruptly at the sight of a wooden box with circular holes in it. She has a blank moment before remembering Perry's promised gift and hastens to shut the door before anyone else comes along. She's normally very social, but tonight is a bit different and she'd rather not have to explain it to anyone, just in case nothing happens. She remembers how empty the forests were, except for that nasty wolf talking creature. [FONT=courier new]I can spare a few minutes to see what Perry has left me.[/FONT] She smiles as she remembers his roguish smile and quick fingers. Her memories take her back to the first time they actually had a chance to talk. She had filched one of Jonathan's best bottles of wine and the two had snuck out and drank the entire bottle. They hit it off and had been good friends ever since that night. She wishes him the best, knowing she's going to miss his rhyming ways and hoping he finds whatever he's looking for. The halfling kneels over the box, running her deft fingers around the edges and corners and looking it over most carefully. She knows Perry wouldn't hurt her, but she doesn't take a chance that the box isn't trapped in some way as a practical joke. She can picture a trap she set up for a friend once. When he opened the lid a light blue dust blew into his face. It didn't harm him, but it did stain his face for over a week. Unfortunately, he was wealthy enough to afford to have someone work a little magic to see into the past & tell exactly who the culprit was who set the trap. To this day she finds she associates bald men with that man, and not in a positive way. Not finding anything she lifts up the paper, reading it through twice. [FONT=courier new]Her name?!?[/FONT] She carefully pries open the lid, setting it carefully off to the side. She looks inside and then moves closer for a better look. [FONT=courier new]Well that's a rather strange looking… morningstar?[/FONT] She starts to reach for it, but stops, her fingers frozen just inches away, eyes growing wide as saucers. [color=brown]"Ooohhh,"[/color] she breathes, her eyes misting up as she realizes just what Perry's gift is. [FONT=courier new]Oh Perry, you wonderful, wonderful man![/FONT] She takes in the slow breathing and carefully puts the lid back on, trying not to disturb Ruby. Once the lid is back on she pops up, head swiveling back and forth as she looks around, trying to remember everything she'll need. She runs over and pulls out some food, grabbing a little extra, just in case. It doesn't take long before she actually has a pile of stuff at the foot of her bed; stuff that she knows she'll need and a bunch of stuff she thinks just might come in handy. She carefully pulls the lid back off and stares at the sleeping creature, much like an expectant mother. She snatches a piece of journey cake up, nibbling on it more due to nerves than due to any real hunger. [FONT=courier new]Ruby, what a pretty name. Ruby. Ruby.[/FONT] She tries the name on in her mind while gazing fondly at the sleeping hedgehog. She longs to reach down and run her fingers along its spines, but she isn't foolish and patiently waits for Ruby to wake up. Throughout the night Tani cuddled and held her new friend, spoiling the darling little creature with anything she could think of and laughing at the feel of Ruby's soft tongue licking her hand. Snuggling under the blankets, Tani never noticed if or when Mictian ever came to bed. --------- Morning Morning finds the halfling and her new friend eagerly waiting for the others at the table for breakfast, already cleaned up and ready to face the day. She's already ordered quite a bit of food and is feeding bits of scrambled eggs to the hedgehog nestled in her lap. She's found she can stroke Ruby if she's careful, but scratching her tummy or behind her ears is Ruby's favorite. It amazes her at how much she's already come to love her new friend and she can't imagine what her life would be like without the darling. She even finds her spikes fascinating. It's interesting that they aren't all one uniform color but have specks of brown and white on them, creating a lovely pattern if one new how to look right. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 206] Author : Mr.Waesel Date : 12-11-03 10:45 AM [color=silver]Wow, guys you are really intimidating me with all those large in-character posts. I'm an old player, but my old group were powerplayers and 'lawyers, so I'm not used to roleplaying much :embarrass... *goes back to reading* EDIT: thanks for the XP, Aidan. Looks like i'm doing it right ;)[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 207] Author : escherblacksmith Date : 12-11-03 02:27 PM [color=silver]Don't worry about it, we are all intimidated by Aka . . .[/color] :smirk: -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 208] Author : Israfel666 Date : 12-11-03 03:01 PM [color=gray](Agreed. :angel: )[/color] [color=brown]I see you've met Djorviann. Good! He'll be joining our group. He's very quiet so you should really like him."[/color] (faint noises come from the house) Djorviann: "ZZZzzzzzzz... agh... umf... black orcs... axes.... nooOOO!!!!!..... zzzzz...."She doesn't pause long enough for him to even attempt to answer anything as she rattles off at him. :angel: -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 209] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 12-11-03 05:57 PM [color=silver](OOC: Mr.W: Don't let me intimidate you. You can do what Griffin & most everyone else does, either skip over my post unless you see your PC's name in bold, or skim through them. Tani and Jade are the two PC's I tend to role play pretty heavy. Just wait until Griffin puts in his 2cents. :rolleyes: Escher: :P Be intimidated, be very, very intimidated! :devil: )[/color] Tani continues to rock Ruby in her lap, singing very quietly to her new friend while the hedgehog naps in the halflings lap. Her little tummy bulges out in all directions from all the food Tani has fed her, both last night and this morning. She scratches underneath Ruby's chin, enjoying the sight of the animal stretching out for more without waking up. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 210] Author : Mr.Waesel Date : 12-12-03 08:38 AM [color=silver]Seems like a waste, typing such long stories and then having noone reading them...[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 211] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 12-12-03 09:18 AM [color=silver](OOC: Mr. W: People do read them, but those in the game usually skim through them, except the DM. ;) There are actually more people that usually follow along lurking in a game than there are actual players, and they're the ones who will get the most benefit from my posts. Dopple once explained to me when I first joined the Boards that the game should read as a story (thus writing in the third person) because so many people follow along. I used to do the same thing, before I joined enough games & started my own on the Refugee site that I simply don't have the time to follow along in the other threads. Never worry though, I'm not wasting my time or anything and I really enjoy fleshing out my characters, so I'm having a lot of fun because I love to write.)[/color] Tani glances up and around, wondering what is taking everyone so long. She didn't realize she had gotten up quite so early. Her attention is soon recaptured by the adorable bundle in her lap. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 212] Author : escherblacksmith Date : 12-12-03 10:19 AM [color=silver]Dang . . . great post dying in transit . . . great googely moogely . . . [/color] Mictian wanders down for the massive breakfast he smelled whilst getting ready, which made his already questionable dressing habits (well that doesn't line up . . . now where is that other button . . . ) even more pronounced. Indeed, he comes across as almost the complete opposite of Geral Seeing Tani, he sits down next to her and starts feeding. As usual he begins talking as well . . . "Sleep well, cousin? Nothing like fine food and drink and conversation to get one to sleep, eh? Did your call work? I was thinking about ways of augmenting that, perhaps will multiple people and perhaps a device or too. I think something to enhance the magical resonance of the base spell would work, perhaps an Illtyrrhen . . . the others aren't up yet? . . . no wait, that can't be the right word, perhaps I am thinking about the Alltarrienen, but no, I think that was a sea I was reading about . . . hmmm, maybe . . . say, what is that?" He suddenly realizes that there is a creature inhabitting Tani's lap, a rather pointy creature. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 213] Author : griffin27 Date : 12-12-03 11:15 AM [color=silver](Don't worry about Vash. I'm working on a class action lawsuit to make her pay for all the eye damage she has caused. :D Seriously, I love being in games with her. She's great! :ayyyy!: And for the record I almost always read your entire posts Vasha. Sometimes I skim but only if I'm really in a hurry.)[/color] Ranger comes down to breakfast and helps himself to whatever is there. Sitting down he begins to nibble and then spots the creature Tani is playing with. "What's with the bristle rat Tani? Making new friends?" he asks in a rare fit of humor. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 214] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 12-12-03 12:13 PM Eyes shining brightly, Tani looks up at Mictian when he ask her if her call worked. A big grin is plastered on her face and she can't seem to get rid of it. She gives her cousin a wink in response to his rather surprised look. [color=brown]"Isn't she beautiful,"[/color] she says in a quietly beaming voice. [color=brown]"Her name is Ruby.[/color] Her attention divided, she manages to continue cuddling with Ruby while talking to her cousin. Ranger comes in and she waits eagerly for him to notice the newest group member. When he calls Ruby a bristle rat, at first her eyes grow wide and she is somewhat shocked, but the humor in his eyes betrays him and she can't help but giggle. [color=brown]"Bristle rat indeed. Keep it up and she can ride on your shoulder through the forest."[/color] She sticks her tongue out at him. The morning is starting off beautifully and she can't help but show off Ruby to the others. [color=brown]"Isn't she just the most adorable thing you've ever laid eyes on? Look! She has the cutest pink tongue."[/color] The hedgehog gives a sleepy yawn and what the others see is not only a cute pink tongue, but a row of rather sharp and vicious looking teeth. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 215] Author : griffin27 Date : 12-12-03 01:06 PM "Hmph! I'll let Mictian ride on my shoulders before bristle-rat," Ranger shoots back between bites, "he probably smells better." [color=silver](I had a pet hedgehog for a while and he was a cool little guy. Had to get rid of him after wife's allergies started acting up. Thanks for bringing back a painful memory.)[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 216] Author : Israfel666 Date : 12-13-03 06:45 PM [color=gray](LOL... this is funny. It's several months my family has been having a big problem with a hedgehog. This particular little beast seems to have chosen our garden as its sleeping hotel; unfortunately, we have a dog, named Whiskey, who, as an English Setter, is a fanatical hunter. Thus about twice a month our whole family is woken up in the middle of the night by Whiskey's barks as he finds the hedgehog (who promptly curls up), and we have to get up, get a shovel, "load" the hedgehog on it and carry it out of our garden, all the while trying to keep Whiskey calm. Sooner or later I'm gonna check the Internet for hedgehog meat recipes :evil: or perhaps dog meat ;) )[/color] [size=1]crack...crick...ouch![/size] Djorviann's joints and bones loudly complain to their owner after a night spent sleeping against a wall. Trees and bushes were more comfortable, after all... the gnome thinks, as he spreads his small limbs wide open in order to allow his blood to return to flow correctly. Standing up on shaky legs, the ranger hastily cleans the dust off the back of his clothes and begins to summon his focus to remember where exactly he is. Looking around does not reveal anything particularly memory-sparking... wooden furnitures, a broom in a corner... a doll? Well, at least it is a home, and not a prison or something - Djorviann remembers well the nights he used to spend in Dwelvenpass' prison, after his "excesses" - the cell was cold and rough, but oh, what beautiful visions he had back then! Leaning back against the wall, the gnome concentrates. A headache pulses against the back of his head like the hammer of a dwarf, but still some images come to mind. Let's see... hmmm... I remember humans... several humans... some of them were small... oh, wait... there were halflings too... I remember two... Were they halflings or small humans? Can't remember.... it's all foggy... Hoping to learn something about his whereabouts, Djorviann relinquishes his hesitations and walks carefully towards an adjacent room - the one he hears voices coming from. Thankfully, they don't sound threatening... it's more like some friends talking and laughing. Djorviann wonders if he happened to somehow enter the house via a window the previous night and fall asleep in the middle of a corridor; it would be embarrassing, but at least he doesn't think they would hurt him - not humans, who are all at least twice as tall as him. He ends up in what looks like a wide dining room. A few people are sitting at a table, apparently having a good breakfast: a human and two halflings, one of which has a hedg... - two halflings?!?! *BLAST* The sight of Mictian and Tani sparkles a lightspeed flash of memories awakens in Djorviann's mind. All of a sudden, he remembers everything that happened the previous evening... the dinner, the chats, the wine... damned wine. He should reall... "Isn't she just the most adorable thing you've ever laid eyes on? Look! She has the cutest pink tongue." Tani is showing off her hedgehog to all those around. Dropping his considerations, the gnome realizes he has to show some sort of reaction. Forcing himself to look relaxed and serene (and failing miserably), Djorviann makes a move to pat Ruby: "A cute hedgehog... he's so... OUCH!!!!" Still dumbfounded, the poet forgets it is not a harmless kitten or puppy in Tani's lap. Since Ruby has curled in a ball after his scream, the gnome apologizes to the halfling: "Excuse me, I am... uh... still sleepy. I should have known better... thorns are the wild's guardians / though not eager blood to draw / they don't harm, unless harmed they are and so on, ye know..." he walks away, taking a chair and beginning to eat quietly. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 217] Author : Mr.Waesel Date : 12-15-03 08:34 AM Eberk takes a little time to wake up; He isn't used to such a soft and comfortable bed. He turns on his other side, and prepares to keep in bed just a little longer. Suddenly, he hears a loud scream from downstairs. Eberk grabs his club and runs down the stairs, looking for the danger. The others see the dwarf running into the dining room in his nightgown, looking stressed, and carrying a big stick... As soon as Eberk realizes there's no danger, he blushes, mumbles [color=green][size=1]"Excuse me..."[/size][/color] and walks slowly backwards out of the room, going upstairs to get dressed. He goes down to eat breakfast after everyone else has left the table, and hardly looks at the others the rest of the morning out of shame. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 218] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 12-15-03 09:53 AM [color=silver](OOC: Israfel: LOL! It seems to be the recurring theme with hedge hogs, they spend an enormous amount of time rolled up in a ball. ;) Griffin: Your description makes me want to go out and get one as a pet. The thought of a quiet, no peeing on the floor pet fills me with hope. Besides, I'm not allowed a dog & my daughter is allergic to cats & chinchilla's. Too bad, now those are literally the cutest & cuddliest pet in the world! Aidan: I'll probably be gone for a couple of days Thurs. and Fri. Please NPC Tani as needed. Thanks!)[/color] [size=3][color=red]"OUCH!"[/color][/size] At the gnomes sudden yell, Ruby curls up in a protective ball, hissing noises coming from somewhere within the tightly curled creature. Tani looks somewhat mortified, not sure whether to apologize for him getting poked or to scold him, but grateful neither was actually hurt. She coos softly at Ruby while Djorviann handles the entire situation like a diplomat. She can't help but smile at him in gratitude for understanding how skittish a wild animal can be amongst civilized life. Ruby stops hissing and Tani rejoins the conversation at the table. She can feel her new friend slowly uncurl as the little darling accepts that she's safe, falling back asleep after just a short while. Eberk comes dashing through the door, nightgown flapping behind him. Tani's eyes grow wide and she can't help herself, she giggles at the sight of the dwarf. [color=brown]"There's no need to rush down here without getting dressed. I know we halflings can eat a lot, but I promise we'll save you some. "[/color] The dwarf mutters something and turns, making his way out the door. Tani, a very mischievous look in her eyes, gives a very loud wolf-whistle at his backside. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 219] Author : griffin27 Date : 12-15-03 03:02 PM Ranger grins and chuckles from behind his mug. The little people and their antics never fail to amuse him. "Where are we going first Tani?" he asks between bites of toast, "I assume you have everything planned out." [color=silver](ooc... Vash, as I found out hedgehogs aren't allergy free. My wife is allergic to cats and pretty much every cuddly creature on earth... except for me :D ... So a hedgehog might not work out for your daughter. If you keep him in a cage it might be okay but they do give off some dander, which is bad on allegies. I'd love a chinchilla but I'd have to get rid of the wife first. Or convince her to live in the garage. Hmmm, maybe.)[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 220] Author : escherblacksmith Date : 12-16-03 10:33 AM Almost choking on the umpteenth helping of eggs and sausage, he settles is with a quick swig of water as the fun series of the gnome getting poked, the squeal of mild pain, the reaction of Tani pulling back the hedgehog and finally the undressed dwarf charging into the room almost put him under the table. "You know Tani you always seem to be able to make the simplest most mundane of activities more, how should I say it, exciting?" Then to the gnome, "Djorviann I trust you are not injured too much, Tani can be a bit dangerous to be around sometimes . . ." Throwing a little smirk to Tani at the end to just for fun, he goes back to thinking and eating . . . Hmm, maybe I should focus on the Marble today . . . -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 221] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 12-16-03 11:33 AM [color=silver](OOC: Griffin: I still like the idea, but I guess I'll pick the daughter over the hedgehog.)[/color] ;) Tani give Ranger a horrified look. [color=brown]"Um, well, you know, I was so busy last night, well, I guess… I forgot."[/color] She stutters through, somewhat mortified, until she glances down in her lap. Her face softens and she can't help but get this dreamy look in her eyes as she stares at Ruby. [FONT=courier new]I'm going to have to do something special for Perry![/FONT] She gives Mictian a wink, remembering plenty of times when he'd livened up a party or two, especially after learning a new magic spell or trying out one on the group he'd been working on. [color=brown]"Runs in the family,[/color] is all she says. [color=brown]"Let's see,[/color] she willingly grabs up the reins tossed to her by Ranger. [color=brown]"First things first, I need to deliver both the potion pack and the sword. That obligation needs to be met before I can fully commit to our next endeavor. We'll need to figure out just how long we plan on being out in the forest. Are we going to come in and restock from time to time or are we going to head out and not come back until the entire forest is cleared of nasties? It makes a big difference in how many rations to buy. We'll have to find out what skills each of us has & how to form them into a working group. The Commander said something about stocking us with a few mundane things. I know I need a few more bolts for my crossbow and a few more daggers wouldn't hurt anything. Are we going to want to buy some healing draughts, if not for us, then for any potential people we rescue? And it's simply imperative that every last one of us spend some time at the bath house!"[/color] She looks over her companions with a critical eye, spotting every last speck of dust, except for her cousin. [FONT=courier new]I really must learn that spell of his![/FONT] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 222] Author : griffin27 Date : 12-16-03 11:52 AM "Bathe twice in one week? Are you daft Tani?" "As for supplies I would stock up for two weeks, just in case. It's better to have too much food and water than not enough. Although I'm sure that we can forage, I wouldn't count upon it. Could be that the forest is tainted in some way, rendering game and water untouchable." After finishing his breakfast Ranger is ready to go. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 223] Author : Israfel666 Date : 12-16-03 02:39 PM Suprised by Tani's it-shall-be-as-I-have-said tone, Djorviann cries back, almost choking on a cookie: "Wait a moment! What strange business is this? Save for the baths, your plannings sound like a battle preparation, mistress halfling. I admit my guilt of... uhmm... not paying too much attention yesterday evening, but I'd like to have some explanation before I put my bow and knives to use." -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 224] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 12-17-03 11:55 AM [color=silver](OOC: Aidan: When my computer died awhile back, a lot of info was unrecoverable, including the file with all my earlier notes of the game on it. :( I don't remember the name of the shopkeeper I'm supposed to contact in Bri Ili. I think it started with an A, which really isn't very helpful, I know. Can you please tell me her name. Thanks!)[/color] Tani gives the little gnome a confused look. [color=brown]"Now I think I'm the one who is confused. We shouldn't need either bow or knives to shop here. Oh, I'm sure there's a dishonest merchant or two out there, but it shouldn't come to bloodshed; that only ruins the shopping experience."[/color] She tilts her head at Djorviann, thoughts running quickly through her head as she considers all the facts in the situation. Shopping is serious business, but that can't account for the confusion. [color=brown]"I think there's been a miscommunication of some kind and it seems some assumptions as to who knows what has been made. Perhaps we should start at the very beginning."[/color] She almost giggles at how things can sometimes come about. [color=brown]"I have some things to deliver to one of the store owners here, some merchandise from Gilhara that I agreed to transport safely here."[/color] She doesn't mention that she plans to split some of the money with the rest of them, or at least add it into the group funds, since she certainly couldn't have made it here on her own. [color=brown]"We need to outfit ourselves for the job we took on in clearing out the surrounding forest of these beasties and making travel to and from Bri Ili safe once more. We've met with the Commander of the city and he's offered some basic equipment like supplying us with more bolts for our bows and such things like that. The Merchant Guild, which is who we're actually working for since they're paying out the reward money, is meeting together today, or at least a few of them, and we have an appointment with the Master Merchant later this afternoon. Plus we need to finish outfitting ourselves for, two weeks did you say Ranger?"[/color] She looks at him for confirmation before continuing on. [color=brown]"That's basically everything in a nutshell. Did I leave anything out?[/color] She looks around questioningly at the others at the table. What the gnome doesn't know is that Tani has an addiction to shopping and if she can afford it, she loves to buy her friends and family gifts. So everyone in the group is actually rather eager to have her in charge of shopping, especially Mictian since he knows he always gets something. Although he still hasn't seemed to have used the comb she bought him in Gilhara yet. She raises an eyebrow at her cousin, considering his tossled hair. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 225] Author : griffin27 Date : 12-17-03 01:04 PM Ranger nods in reply to Tani's question, "two weeks should be safe." He then departs for his room to gather his things for the day. His heavy gear he leaves behind but he does strap on his sword belt with his short swords. Along with that he takes only his money and anything he might want to trade away or replace. [color=silver](Aiden, you haven't mentioned anything about weapon restrictions in town. I'm assuming it's okay to wear a sword as long as it's peace bound. Lemme know if otherwise.)[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 226] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 12-19-03 11:10 AM [size=4][color=brown]"WAIT!"[/size][/color] Tani calls out after Ranger. [color=brown]"The group funds are only two gold pieces and three silver pieces. I would buy the food stores for everyone for the entire two weeks, but I'm afraid there isn't enough. Why don't we just tell everyone their responsible for two weeks worth of supplies and I'll grab a few extra with the group funds, just in case."[/color] She doesn't want to mention that some of the new people might not have the funds to outfit themselves with two weeks worth of rations. She doesn't want to humiliate or embarrass anyone and hopes that buying a few extra's might simply stop a few problems before they are even aware there is a problem. [FONT=courier new]Besides, I don't remember seeing even one squirrel or rabbit while traveling here. The forest seemed remarkably empty, though it could just be the animals are smarter than we are and know when to hide. Still, it will make it hard for Ranger or anyone else to hunt much and I'm not particularly fond of roots and leaves, and I'm certainly not eating goblinoid! Yuck![/FONT] [color=brown]"Shall we meet back here when the sun is just a handspan past noon? Anyone wanting to eat lunch can be back here at noon, and we can all go see Master Merchant Siannodel together. Does that sound okay?"[/color] She looks around at the others. She isn't trying to be bossy, she simply needs clarification. Ranger and most especially Geral would know that the halflings in the party tend to be a little, um, unrestrained, and having a distinct plan keeps everything running smoothly. [color=silver]Can you tell she has the heart of a merchant? Schedules, shopping, transporting goods, dabbling in small items to buy and sell for profit, making money, all an intrisic part of who Tani is. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 227] Author : Israfel666 Date : 12-21-03 09:36 AM "Clearing out the surrounding woods? Of what beasties are you talking about? I've travelled through the forest with Eberk for days, and if I noticed anything... how can I put it... anything unnatural, it was the lack of beasts. Granted, we both had a bad feeling in there, but nothing specific - and the goddess guided me out of that place. Lady halfling, you seem to know more than you told me, and I think I need more... let care be your shield / oh guardians of peace / and knowledge your sword / my comrades in arms." -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 228] Author : escherblacksmith Date : 12-22-03 03:46 PM Just catching up on the fact that the others are talking, Mictian jumps into the fray: "Oh, I think we should leave much sooner than 2 weeks, Tani, you certainly don't have that much to shop for do you? Although I will need at least until noon to get some supplies I need, if we are going back for a bit of adventure again . . . You didn't see anything? Hmmm, perhaps they were only after wagons . . . strange things for dark things to want, you wouldn't think they would have that much that required carting . . . but what can you say about the potential wants and needs of evil denizens of the forest, I mean even the sprite didn't like them, I did tell you about the sprite right? Marvelous creature, spoke beautifully, marvelous magic, ahhhh . . . yes I am most certainly enjoy going back . . . while we are on the topic, are we going to go back as bait or hunters? Sargon is ready for an excursion I am sure, have I not told you about Sargon as well? My steed and friend all in one, doesn't like loud noises much, but worthy in a fight all the same. . . fighting, yes, we were talking about the dark ones, goblinoid, but much more organized than I have seen in the past. they spoke a strange language that I didn't recognize . . . and were seemingly controlled by some creature we didn't see. They also seemed protected by some magic that made them hard to see and hit, eh ranger? Lost a good dagger back there . . . still not impossible to defeat for all of that. Well, are we off then? I am sorry, party funds?" Seemingly bewildered, he finishes up the last of the jam and bread on his plate as he mentally gathers his things together. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 229] Author : Aidan Pryde Date : 12-26-03 02:02 PM Title : Answers [color=silver](Ick, dial-up is so barbaric and slow. Anyhow, I'm at my parents' for the holidays and suffering with dial-up, so I'll wait to post an actual update until I get home this weekend. I imagine most of you are probably busy for the holidays anyways, so hopefully this won't be too much of an inconvenience. I will attempt to answer the questions you guys have posed so far, so you can feel free to RP anythiing you think appropriate. Akavasha: The name you're looking for is Aeryn. Don't worry too much about losing things like that, I have a pretty good list of them, and don't mind reminding you where necessary :). Griffin: There haven't been any laws specified about such things, but it is a city on the border of the kingdom with little more than untamed wilderness beyond it, and the guards at the gate didn't complain about you carrying weapons. So it's probably safe to assume that you're allowed to carry them ;). I will admit that the rp'd confusion amongst the group is pretty funny to read, and I'll give you guys some RP experience when I get home as well. Otherwise, I hope everyone has had a safe and happy holiday, and I'll get back to regular updates this weekend.)[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 230] Author : Mr.Waesel Date : 12-26-03 03:50 PM Eberk nods as Djorviann talks. He then takes a big bite out of a hump of bread and then speaks, showering the others with crumbs. [color=green]"We saw nary an animal in yon' woods. Besides, do ye know what we are supposed ta hunt? It could very well be one of the nobles is spooked by a bear and wants ta forest cleared of 'em. And what if we are killing unnatural beasties? They may have lived there for years, and killing them now would upset the balance in the forest, aye? Oh, sorry fer dat..."[/color], the dwarf says at the end, only showering more crumbs over the party. He then finishes his bread and turns to Tani. [color=green]"Aye, and spoken like a true city lass. Ye need to trust ta forest more, almost everything there is edible, and with me as a guide ye needn't go hungry again."[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 231] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 12-29-03 11:01 AM Tani looks at Djorviann in shock when he states neither he or Eberk saw encountered the evil creatures she and her friends fought. She can't do more than begin to close her mouth when Mictian suddenly jumps in, and gets everything mixed up. She doesn't do more than gape back and forth at the two of them for several long moments before snapping her jaw shut, throwing her hands up in exasperation at her cousin. She can't help but eye his suspiciously, unsure whether he's putting her on or not. She squashes an overwhelming urge to push him off his chair, finally just shaking her head to try and clear it of the confusion he's caused. [color=brown]"Okay, one thing at a time."[/color] She gives Mictian a look he can rightly interpret to mean he's not to interrupt, and she's making sure he's paying attention. He's not. She simply sighs and continues on, trying not to let a smile creep over her lips. [FONT=courier new]Stinker! I'd swear he does it on purpose. I just can't seem to ever prove it.[/FONT] Occasionally giving her cousin a hard look, she starts over. [color=brown]"We were attacked several times on our journey from Gilhara to Bri Ili. The first time it was by a wolf, or more correctly, something that was mostly a wolf. By all the gods, I kid you not. The thing had nasty claws and even spoke to us in before running off to find easier prey. We didn't see any animals, not even a squirrel or hear birdsong. Then there were the goblinoid things. They seemed shrouded in darkness and were hard to fight. Wicked claws, full of poison!"[/color] She turns to Mictian. [color=brown]"They can't have been after the wagons. We found that one wagon still on the road."[/color] She turns back to Eberk and Djorviann. [color=brown]"Just a few days outside the city we rescued those very same two kids you met last night at dinner, Lania and Morgan. The goblinoids had attacked their family and left those two as orphans."[/color] She lowers her voice so that only those directly around her can hear her, [color=brown]"I'm hoping we'll find some prisoners and be able to rescue their parents, though I realize how unlikely that is. That's why we want to leave first thing tomorrow morning. If there's the slightest chance of hope,"[/color] her voice trails off and she looks down at the food on her plate, suddenly feeling the press of duties upon her. She hops down off the chair, careful not to jostle Ruby. [color=brown]"I need to get going since I have a lot to do before noon. The group fund I spoke of earlier, we set aside an equal portion of whatever treasure or reward we make to use to buy rations and healing potions and such for the group. You guys are a part of the group now, so you get to take advantage of the group funds."[/color] She smiles warmly at them. She heads toward the door, turning to add one last thing before leaving to attend to business. [color=brown]"You guys are welcome to come along if you'd like too. I'm going to be going over to Merchant Aeryn's first."[/color] Her hand strokes the prickly ball cradled in the crook of her arm. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 232] Author : Israfel666 Date : 12-29-03 05:41 PM Djorviann shakes his tiny head at Tani's invitation to join her. [COLOR=teal]"Thank you, lady, but I'm not very comfortable with the streets of this human town; too much chaos, and Big Folk running around rampant. I'll be waiting for you here, and see if I can be of help to our gentle guests."[/COLOR] The gnome says a warm goodbye to the friendly halfling. After she's gone, Djorviann's doubts begin biting back at him. Are they trustworthy, these adventurers who prepare to go on a goblinoid hunt with a smile on their faces and excitement in their voices? Yet, if what they said about the children were true, the bard cannot deny the righteousness of their quest. Lania... he'd enjoyed the little human's company at the dinner; in her young smile he had seen a shadow of the goddess' - he wondered if the two children had some Elven heritage. [color=teal]"What do you think, master Eberk?"[/color] he asks the dwarf, once they are separated from the others [color=gray][assuming he didn't go with Tani][/color][color=teal]"Do you believe this city folk can be trusted? They seem to have good intentions, and yet they act in such strange ways..."[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 233] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 12-30-03 10:54 AM [color=silver](OOC: The dice roller has hated me lately and now that it's given me a 20, I'm afraid to roll anything else.)[/color] :twitch: Tani nods her head at Djorviann's wise words. She can understand how the city streets can appear overwhelming, though she has, thankfully, never had that problem. [color=brown]"Until noon then, gentlemen,"[/color] she gives them a quick curtsey and heads out to the stables. She greets Faithful, her war pony, feeding him a biscuit she snuck from the kitchen table. Her pony is addicted to breads and pastries, an addiction the halfling is more than happy to indulge him in. She carefully introduces Ruby to Faithful, though neither seems particularly interested in the other. Twenty minutes later Tani walks Faithful out of the stables, hedgehog swaddled and sleeping on her lap. It became obvious rather quickly while saddling her friend that she is going to have to either improvise a seat for her new familiar, or else she's going to have to find someone to make something. It shouldn't require a specialized saddle, just a platform or something like that, but she isn't sure. [FONT=courier new]I'll have to ask Mistress Aeryn where a good place to go would be. I don't know whether to check out the armory or see a leather worker.[/FONT] It doesn't take her long to get directions to Mistress Merchant Aeryn's shop. She arrives, carefully unloading the potion belt and entering the shop. Ruby still stuffed full from overeating and asleep in an improvised sling around the halfling's waist. She can't help it, her heart sings with anticipation and she's eager to enter the shop, see the sights, smell the smells. She feels ten pounds lighter as she enters the shop, bell chimes sounding and causing her heart tingling in rhythm with the sound. She looks about the shop like one coming home, her green eyes searching out the owner. Diplomacy = {27} (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=Tantris#81058) :mage: -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 234] Author : Aidan Pryde Date : 12-30-03 05:32 PM Once the group has rejoined with Geral and decided to meet for breakfast in the morning to discuss plans, Tani rushes off to her room with thoughts of how she is going to go about the business of calling a familiar foremost in her mind. As often happens with such magical rites, she finds that her call has been answered even before she consciously began the task, a good omen, and perhaps a part of her innate powers. Not one to overlook such a thing, the halfling woman sets about showering her newfound companion with food and attention, deepening an already rapidly growing bond between the two. After some time, she falls asleep, finally awaking in the early morning, When she dresses and heads down to meet everyone else for the agreed upon breakfast, she finds herself the only person in the common area of the inn. Looking outside, she can see that it is still dark, though a small amount of natural light seems to be filtering over the tops of nearby buildings, a hint of the day to come. Busying herself with doting upon the hedgehog Ruby, Tani scarcely notices the passage of time until the others begin filtering in for breakfast a little after sunrise. Everyone is greeted with an ample, if a bit plain, breakfast consisting of eggs and some cured ham with bread and butter, over which the discussions about Tani's new acquisition and the order of the day take place. Eventually, Tani heads off to make her deliveries, while the others go about their own business until the planned meeting just after noon. Arriving at the shop she was given directions to, the halfling woman is confronted with a small, well-kept building, built from brick, and adorned with a lavish sign bearing a woodland motif and gilded script reading 'Tiaten', a word she recognizes as deriving from the elvish language. Based upon her knowledge of that language, Tani determines that the shop apparently deals in the creation of magic and magical items. Opening the door, she is greeted, not by the typical bell adorning a merchant's shop, but by a tone, as if someone had stuck a bell made of the purest crystal a single time. The sound quickly filters out as the halfling woman enters the shop, and is soon greeted by a young elven woman, who speaks to her in a soft but clear voice, "Welcome, and what can I help you with today miss?" Glancing around a bit in the store before responding, Tani notes that there are exceedingly few items on display, mostly small, presumably magical, trinkets. Finally, she asks for the shop's owner, telling the elven woman what she is there for. Nodding, the young woman responds, "I'll go see if the mistress can speak with you now, she was preparing to go to a meeting, but I'm sure she'll be glad to have those items delivered." After only a few moments, Tani is greeted by a sight she hardly expected, as the young elven lass returns, followed by the very merchant the group spoke with yesterday. Upon seeing the halfling woman, master merchant Siannodel smiles bemusedly before speaking, "I should have known it was you, I was just preparing to meet with the other merchants, but Ari'il tells me that isn't why you're here. She informed me that you had some deliveries for my shop?" She then waits for the slightly confused halfling to respond. Meanwhile, the rest of the party spends a bit more time going over what they will need for the journey into the forest, as well as chatting amiably while Tani runs her errands. They note a few other people from the other rooms in the inn eventually filter down to grab a bit of breakfast before, themselves, heading out to their daily tasks. [color=blue]--------------------------------- RP experience up through breakfast Tani = 500xp, total 6500 Geral = 150xp, total 5400 Mictian = 400xp, total 5850 Ranger = 350xp, total 6050 (The setup thread is here (http://boards1.wizards.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=99045) for your level up, please 3.5-ify Ranger when you get the chance, though I know you're gone for a little while yet) Eberk = 350xp, total 4500 Djorviann = 450xp, total 4700 Obviously I know where Tani is going, I'd like to know what the rest of you are planning on doing while she's dealing with her deliveries, if you're just going to sit in the inn and talk, that's fine, I'll give you something to do to keep you busy ;), just want to keep track of everyone :). [/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 235] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 12-30-03 06:18 PM Tani smiles as a beautiful tone rings out at her entry through the shop door. [FONT=courier new]Now that's classy. I'll have to remember to get something like that for my shop someday.[/FONT] Her head turns all about as her green eyes try to take in everything all at once and it takes a moment before the words of a young elven woman to filter through and begin to make sense. The halfling can't help but wonder just what it is each small item in the shop does. She doesn't see very many pieces of merchandise and from the sign outside, the store evidently deals in magic. [FONT=courier new]Specialty shop. Impressive![/FONT] Her curiosity is aroused and she can almost smell a good deal. She wonders if there's anything she could buy here that she could sell elsewhere for a fortune. She can almost smell the gold and platinum filling her pockets as she dreams. She reluctantly pulls herself away from her daydream and asks for the mistress of the shop. Usually she's very quick, but evidently she is a little slow today. She doesn't put together all the clues; the elven name of the shop, the young elven lass tending the shop, or that Aeryn, who turns out to be Sionnodel, would be the merchant she is supposed to seek out. [FONT=courier new]And I know elves often go by several names.[/FONT] She mentally smacks herself in the head. She can't help it, she covers her mouth with one hand, trying to control her giggles. [color=brown]"It seems the gods or destiny has determined our paths should cross, at least in one way or another. I have some merchandise I agreed to see safely through the forest from Gilhara. I believe you are waiting for a special made sword from Thalin and a potion belt from sweet Varl. I was told you were rather anxious to have them delivered."[/color] She can't help but smile as she quickly explains to Master Merchant Siannodel/Aeryn the terms of her agreement. Tani knows the woman needs to meet with the other merchants and doesn't want to take up additional time she may not have to spare. [color=brown]"I can come back at another time if that would be easier for you, though I can readily deliver the potion belt now,"[/color] she says while laying the potion belt across her hands. [color=brown]"The sword is right outside with Faithful. If someone wouldn't mind, though I guess I should be there, in case he thinks someone is trying to steal it. He's been guarding it for awhile now and we've been attacked several times on our journey here, so no sense taking a chance he may make a mistake."[/color] She will go outside with whomever retrieves the sword. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 236] Author : escherblacksmith Date : 12-31-03 05:09 PM Wandering back up to his room after witnessing Tani's whirlwind exit. Eh, what will she do with magic . . . it could almost be worrisome. Digging out his favorite quill and inks, he sets down several different scrolls that prove to be of use. He will be at this until lunch, All work and no food . . . no that isn't right . . . [color=silver](I'll spec them out later)[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 237] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 12-31-03 08:40 PM [color=silver](OOC: Escher: Awhile back, before you took over Mictian, the group went through the Keep at Gilhara. One of the items recovered was a scroll with three unknown spells on it. Tani gave it to Mictian so he could discover what the spells were. Actually, she basically gave it to him to keep him occupied, but since everyone is happy... ;) So if Mictian is bored, he could discover what the three spells are.)[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 238] Author : Mr.Waesel Date : 01-01-04 12:33 PM [color=green]"Well put, master Djorviann. City folk is exactly what they are, running off tah go goblin huntin' in tah forest without knowing poison ivy from a rosebush, as they say, and with a grin on their faces so big ye'd think it'd split their heads in half. I think ye and I need tah be doubly careful tah make sure our newfound "friends" don't get tah know tah forest tah hard way. "[/color] Eberk turns to the rest of the group [color=green]"Allright merry men, listen up. Since Djorviann and I are worried ye might have a nasty run-in with tah local plantlife in tah forest, I've decided tah teach ye all something about the forest, so I can do somehting else than watching out for the lot of ye tahmorrow. If ye have nothing better tah do, we can start after everyone returns back here."[/color] [color=silver]This is assuming the forest is near, walkable from here.[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 239] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 01-02-04 09:22 AM Tani absentmindedly strokes the pouch Ruby is asleep in and the animal settles further into sleep, apparently comforted by her mistresses touch. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 240] Author : Israfel666 Date : 01-03-04 05:39 AM [color=teal]"A good proposal, master dwarf. I'll be glad to help with whatever skills I possess. And since the forest looks so menacious and desert, I'll try to keep your morale high with my songs."[/color] Djorviann adds, hoping to attract some more people into Eberk's idea... which he is not sure would help much (or even not get them into trouble), but is surely better than standing here doing nothing. [color=gray](In the meanwhile, Djorviann will ask their guests to help them with housework, hoping to pay back his meals.)[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 241] Author : Aidan Pryde Date : 01-05-04 05:53 PM [color=silver](Well, I was hoping to have more people post what they were doing befoe I updated, but in the interest of keeping things moving, I'll go ahead and update. If Aka gets too far ahead, I'll just summarize the rest of the group's morning, since it seems you're not planning on doing anything out of the norm :). Mr.Waesel: The forest is walkable from the city, but it's not close enough to walk there and back before the meeting the group is supposed to have at the merchant's guild.)[/color] Addressing the merchant Aeryn Siannodel, Tani asks about delivering the sword, or if she should wait until after the afternoon meeting. The elven woman shakes her head slightly, saying, "Indeed it does seem so, it will be interesting to see how your expedition into the forest goes. As for the deliveries, I can take them now, it will only delay me a few moments." She then turns to the young elven lass who was minding the store, "Ari'il, please go with this young woman and help her bring in the sword." Turning back to Tani she finishes, "While you're doing that, I'll get the delivery payment ready for you." As the pair head out to Faithful to retreive the sword, Aeryn heads back into the room she came from, emerging again as the bell sounds when Tani and Ari'il have returned, with the young elven lass carrying the sword carefully cradled across he arms, close to her chest, apparently struggling a little under it's weight. The young woman carries the sword directly into the back room, out of sight, as the merchant Aeryn hands the halfling woman a small pouch, saying, "I hope that will be acceptable for your troubles, it's my normal delivery fee plus a little hazard pay. And now, if you'll excuse me, I must be going to my meeting. I look forward to speaking with you again this afternoon. Please feel free to look around my shop, Ari'il will be happy to assist you with anything you may need." The elven woman smiles, bowing slightly as she takes her leave. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 242] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 01-06-04 10:27 AM [color=sky blue](OOC: For the sake of the group, Tani won't dawdle too long.)[/color] ;) Tani nods at Mistress Siannodel in acknowledgment and heads out to show Ari'il where the sword is, chatting lightly about nothing in particular. [color=brown][size=3]"So you're Ari'il? I'm Tantris Komidar, better known as Tani to my friends. I've sure been enjoying this nice weather you have around here, though there aren't as many flowers or flower boxes as I expected. I'm not sure why I thought there would be more."[/color][/size] She shrugs, as if the mystery of it were of no concequence to her. She continues, giving the young elven maid enough time to answer if she'd like, but not disturbed at all if she chooses to be quiet. Tani will simply assume the girl is shy and will fill in the quiet moments with small talk. She pushes back through the front door, looking forward to hearing the beautiful chime ring out when she walks back in. [color=brown][size=3]"Oh, this is Faithful,"[/color][/size] she walks over to the bay colored war pony, patting him lovingly on the nose. The pony wuffs her hand, searching for treats. [color=brown][size=3]"You'll have to wait. You can't be hungry, you just ate,"[/color][/size] she tells him in a conversational tone. She laughs as he seems to respond to her remark by heaving a heavy sigh & it's obvious these two have been together awhile as she talks to him like he could understand her. [color=brown][size=3]"Here you are,"[/color][/size] the halfling tells the elven lass, tugging on the straps keeping the sword safely stowed across the saddle packs. [color=brown][size=3]"It almost fell into the hands of the goblins out in the forest, which would not only have been bad for you since it would mean it wouldn't get delivered, but that would have been bad for me since it means I would have also fallen into goblin hands. Ugh!"[/color][/size] She gives a shudder at the thought, patting Faithful's side and glad that this time they'll have a bit more help. It doesn't really occur to her that the group will fail in their objective, especially since two extra people will be along to help. She pulls the last strap loose and Ari'il takes the sword, struggling under the weight of the extra long blade. She continues to chit chat as the two walk back into the store, but the moment the clear bell tone rings out, Tani becomes silent and listens, a smile on her lips and her eyes dancing with mirth as she simply enjoys the moment of being alive, safe, and doing what she loves to do most, buy and sell things. She takes the small pouch from Merchant Siannodel, thanking her. [color=brown][size=3]"Thank you. I'm sure this is more than fair.[/color][/size] She doesn't look in the pouch or be so gauche as to pull any of it out and begin counting it in front of her, knowing she wouldn't be cheated by this woman. She makes sure not to delay the Master Merchant any further, knowing the importance of the meeting she is going off to attend. She does take Merchant Siannodel up on her offer and stays behind, looking around the shop and letting Ari'il give her a tour and explain what is what. Tani's green eyes glow with an almost obsessed gleam as she considers all of the different things she might buy and where they would make the most profit when she finally does sell them. She also wonders if she has anything of value to sell here in Bri Ili, though she isn't willing to part with many of her treasures; not a good sign for a merchant, though excellent in a collector. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 243] Author : griffin27 Date : 01-07-04 02:06 PM Ranger follows Tani as she goes about her errands (unless she says otherwise, then he'll follow at a distance ;) ). He goes mostly to keep her safe but does give her the occassional subtle prod to keep her moving. Especially given that each shop is likely full of interesting trinkets that have a habit of catching a woman's eye. The last thing he wants is to spend all day wandering up and down every aisle in every shop. [color=silver]I'll update Ranger tonight. I just emailed myself a reminder.[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 244] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 01-07-04 05:31 PM Tani, while out helping offload the sword from Faithful, notices Ranger hanging around down the street. [color=brown][size=3]"Hey, there's one of the members of my group, and a very good friend. He's supposed to be shopping, but,"[/color][/size] she doesn't give Ari'il much of a chance to answer as the halfling's words pour from her lips and rush away. She readily sees a potential steward and plans on dragging Ranger along with her, unless he has better things to do, which can't be the case or he wouldn't look like he needed something to do. The logic of her argument seems obvious to her. [color=brown][size=4]"HEY, RANGER, COME HELP US![/color][/size] It's obvious the sword is almost more than a handful for Ari'il and Tani knows Ranger will be gallant and come relieve the poor girl of the terrible burden she's struggling under. Once he comes to help, she'll simply abscond his services. [FONT=courier new]Just think of how much stuff those strong arms can carry.[/FONT] The thought excites her and she hopes Bri Ili will prove to be quite profitable for her. [FONT=courier new]It's just such a shame we don't have more time. How ever will I get everything accomplished in a single morning!?![/FONT] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 245] Author : Aidan Pryde Date : 01-07-04 07:50 PM The younger elven girl responds in kind to Tani's idle chatter, "Yes, Ari'il Siannodel, mistress Aeryn is my aunt. You are right that the weather here is pleasant, it even stays reasonably warm all year long, though I do miss my forest home occasionally." She listens again as the halfling woman mentions the apparent lack of flowers, replying, "Oh, if you want to see flowers, you should go to the elven district. There aren't all that many of us in the city, so we've sort of congregated in the northwest section, and there are gardens there. It's absolutely gorgeous early in the morning with the dew on the freshly opened blossoms." She smiles brightly at the last, obviously happy with the way things are near where she lives. She continues to offer little responses to Tani's observations and questions, merely nodding at the halfling's mention of the goblin raiders, apparently unsure as to how to respond to such a statement. When Tani notices Ranger and calls him over, Ari'il looks a little befuddled, but goes along with it, waiting to see what happens. Meanwhile, Djorviann attempts to be a good guest, offering to help about the inn. At first his efforts are rebuffed by the few workers there, appalled that a guest should be working, but eventually the gnome's insistence finds the help giving in, and he is allowed to help out in the kitchen area, aiding the cook in retreiving items from the pantry, in preparation for the noontime meal. And Eberk spends his morning discussing some of the finer points of woodland survival with Geral as Mictian works on a few scrolls in his room, everyone attempting to stay busy until Tani and Ranger return for the afternoon meeting at the merchant's guild. [color=silver](I'll wait for a bit to see if griffin wants to add anything before Tani goes back into the shop :). Everyone else should feel free to add details, or any other RP you'd like.)[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 246] Author : griffin27 Date : 01-07-04 10:43 PM A little abashed at having been spotted so easily Ranger nonetheless hurries over and politely relieves the Elven lass of the heavy sword. "I, uh, didn't realize you were here Tani," he mutters as he carries the blade inside, "I was just out looking around. Quite a coincidence huh?" -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 247] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 01-08-04 11:02 AM In a quiet but mirth filled voice Tani says to the young elven girl, [color=brown]"He's pretty strong and has big arms, so he can carry lots and lots of packages."[/color] She winks at Ari'il, making sure to have her expression properly innocent before Ranger reaches them. In her eagerness to not get caught at her duplicity, and in Rangers eagerness not to get caught trailing her, neither of them seems to figure out what the other is up to. [color=brown][size=3]"Yes, quite a coincidence, and perfect timing. It shouldn't take quite so long with the two of us out shopping."[/color][/size] She dances effortlessly from one subject to another like a butterfly dances from one flower to flower.[color=brown][size=3] Mistress Ari'il here was just telling me of the beautiful flowers at the northwest part of town. We'll have to swing by before we leave town. I'm sorry! Well how rude of me, Mistress Merchant Ari'il this is Ranger, Ranger this is Mistress Merchant Ari'il Siannodel."[/color][/size] She introduces the two with a flourish. The halfling gives Ari'il a big grin when the sword proves to be no problem for Ranger. [color=brown][size=3]"See, I told you he was strong,"[/color][/size] she says in a loud enough voice to be overheard by Ranger. The two lead the way into the store... After Merchant Siannodel leaves, Tani turns to Ari'il and asks her what some of the various items in the shop do. [color=brown][size=3]"I'm looking for small items that might be of great interest elsewhere, for my personal stock. More importantly though, is there anything here that might be of benefit out in the forest?"[/color][/size] She gives a sigh, hating to do business this way. She would much rather let Ari'il give her a tour, showing her each item and perhaps working out some kind of business arrangement. Unfortunately, she doesn't have the time such a thing would take and therefore must do things in a slap-dash fashion, or at least that's how she views it. [FONT=courier new]Business isn't something that should be rushed, especially if I'm trying to make a business contact that could very well span my entire lifetime.[/FONT] There isn't much that can be done about the situation though, so she bears up under the circumstances and does the best she can with what she has to work with. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 248] Author : griffin27 Date : 01-08-04 12:51 PM Ranger blushes at the strong comment but luckily both women are ahead of him and hopefully don't notice the redness in his face. He dutifully follows Tani around while she wheels and deals. He keeps a watchful eye for any cutpurse who might think the halfling woman would be an easy target. (ooc... let me know if you want a spot check.) -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 249] Author : escherblacksmith Date : 01-09-04 01:39 PM let's see, that should do it, one for seeing what things are, one for getting that mystical dog again and 2 to keep those nasty goblin thingies at bay. [color=silver] 1 scroll identify 1 scroll summon monster 2 scrolls mage armor [/color] now then, what are these lovelies . . . Mictian pulls out the 2 scrolls from a previous encounter, realizing that he had not even opened them to see what they were. Opening the parchment he begins to decipher . . . let's see, this bit must refer to that . . . nice script . . . [color=silver]OOC so, what are the scrolls?[/color] When completed, it should be late afternoon, at which point Mictian will head down to get some food while thinking about his afternoon's mental excursions. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 250] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 01-09-04 01:58 PM [COLOR=silver](OOC: Escher: It's one scroll with three spells on it. I'll give more info later because I'm running late for a lunch date, but basically it is treasure from the Keep in Gilhara that Tani recovered & gave to her cousin to translate. She figures it's group property, except for the case, which she wants for historical purposes. It came off an elf? who died over 50 years ago.)[/COLOR] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 251] Author : Israfel666 Date : 01-09-04 02:45 PM [color=teal]"at the edge of time... / 'and the story ends'... / Insanity said coldly... / still waiting for the chance... / so out of nowhere it will rise... / and another journey starts... / by the call of the moon..."[/color] The now serene bard hums a tone as he goes about the house carrying out several minor tasks - housework makes him think about his past time in Dwelvenpass, when he still led a somewhat ordinary life. Although his house was burrowed underground and did not use a single nail or other unnatural component, the menial works he did back then were not at all unlike this, and the experience is refreshing, to say the least. The shadow goblinoids he would battle in a few dozens of hours couldn't have been farther from his mind. "Iomno agk almanakath seth ostarol..." While taking a sack of flour from the house larder to the kitchen, Djorviann hears some strange mumbling coming from one of the guest rooms. He has not slept in this part of the house, and does not know whose room the voice - too soft to be recognized - is coming from. Wary but curious, he silently put the sack to rest against a wall, then tiptoes to the door and eavesdrops a bit. "Helenthera gesterin almakanath ibst oldarin..." [color=teal]This is Mictian[/color] the gnome thinks. [color=teal]But what might he be doing?[/color] he wonders. He knew the halfling to be some sort of wizard, but couldn't guess what sort of magic he could be practising now in his room. A bit of paranoia begins kicking in, helped out by the forest gnomes' innate distrust of mages from other races - witless fools, one and all, the number of woods they burnt too great for any living sage to recount. [color=teal]I just don't like it. If I am to travel with these people, I might as well try to learn as much as I can about them. Baator! For all I know of wizardly magic, he might be summoning a demon right now. Aerdrie Faenya give me the strength to take a look...[/color] Clenching his sap under the shirt he wears, the gnomish ranger holds his breath and opens the door with his left hand, preparing himself to face the most unexpected. Well, in a certain way he does. Instead of the profane ritual he expected to witness, Djorviann finds himself looking at a perfectly peaceful halfling, reclined over a small desk and carefully scribing a magical scroll, accompanying the mundane pen with arcane words of power to store inside the item. The apparent professionality of the work is denied, however, by the several blots of ink staining the table and Mictian's sleeves - testament to the proverbial absent-mindedness of the mage, who is now eyeing Djorviann with a very much surprised gaze. [color=teal]What a fool I was![/color] he thinks, suddenly breathing again. Recovering himself quickly, he improvises a greeting: [color=teal]"Uh... hello, master Mictian. I was just passing by and thought I'd drop in to look at what you were doing. Although I now realize"[/color] he adds after looking at the halfling's quickly scribing hand [color=teal]"that you'd probably appreciate some privacy for concentration. I'm not disturbing you any longer."[/color][/i] With that, he turns to leave, a bit embarrassed at his outrageous misjudgement. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 252] Author : escherblacksmith Date : 01-09-04 04:36 PM [color=silver]backtracking just a hair[/color] "mevle turrieneth meck . . . meck . . . wait now was that the third . . ." Mictian deep in thought considers the parchment before him, no, that isn't right, oh . . . Ahhhh, the 3rd juxtaposed meerfannen isn't canted at the same angle . . . Turning at a noise from the door he sees the gnome of previous acquaintance poke his head through the opening. Mentally focusing on the face his brain tries to tie together the scroll, the face and the ink currently dripping onto his pants. canted . . . urr, name, gnome name . . . du jour, no, du fannen . . . Djorviann ah that was it! "Djorviann!" he says with a triumphant look on his face until he realizes that the gnome has already mumbled something and closed the door already. "Ah, well . . . why is my pantleg black?" Without much more thought on the subject, he goes back to his work. After identifying the scroll(s) he will head down for some much needed refreshment. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 253] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 01-09-04 07:28 PM ([color=silver]Just to speed things along, I'll cut short Tani's shopping trip :weep: [/color]) Assuming things go smoothly at the shop... once Tani makes whatever purchases she's going to make at the elven shop, she heads out to the nearest supplier. She'll use the merchant Ari'il has suggested, thanking the elven lass and promising to make sure to slip by and see the flowers before heading out of town in the morning. With Ranger in tow, she heads off in search of various goods to purchase. [FONT=courier new]Let's see, we'll need about 2 weeks worth of rations, perhaps some healing potions. I must not forget to stop by the guard house. Commander Tavin said he could supply us with all our mundane needs, just nothing magical. Hey, rations are mundane![/FONT] [color=brown]"Ranger, do you think we should take the others with us to pick up all of our mundane supplies? Commander Tavin did say he'd supply all our mundane items & I was thinking it might be better if they were with us while we picked through what we need. I feel confident I could pick out what Geral and Mictian need, but I don't know the others well enough and I might forget something they need. If one of them is low on arrows or something, they should get them replaced now."[/color] She looks over at him, wondering if it wouldn't be wiser to head back over to the Carriage Inn, have lunch and meet up with the rest of the crew. They can meet with the Merchant Guild and stop by the army suppliers office and still have some personal time this evening. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 254] Author : griffin27 Date : 01-09-04 07:33 PM "Umm, yes. That sounds good," Ranger says heavily. He's obviously tired from the morning of shopping and is just glad that the ordeal appears to be nearly over. "Lunch then to the outfitter," he says mostly to reassure himself that he indeed heard her correctly. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 255] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 01-11-04 09:09 AM It's with a sad sigh and heavy feet that she begins to head back, leaving all the wonderful shops and all they have behind her. If possible, she will take a detour through the northwestern part of the city, through the elven district, to view the flowers. She leads Faithful instead of riding him, preferring to walk on such a beautiful morning. She arrives back at the Carriage Inn with Ranger, and what little she was able to purchase from Ari'il. She consoles herself with the fact that they'll be returning as hero's and she'll have all the time she'd like to go from shop to shop. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 256] Author : Israfel666 Date : 01-11-04 01:26 PM Djorviann spots the two companions from a window. [color=teal]They don't look so happy[/color] he notices. [color=teal]Maybe they struck a bad deal or something. Or perhaps they got some news about the "goblinoids" in the forests. In either case, I'd better go and ask[/color]. The little gnome hustles off to the main door, and goes to greet Ranger and Tani with as warm a smile as he can manage. [color=teal]"Hi brave merchants! What goods did you bring back?"[/color] he asks, looking more at the halfling than at the human - it doesn't take too long to guess who of them is more likely to do most of the haggling. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 257] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 01-13-04 11:23 AM On the walk back to the Carriage Inn, Tani continues to converse with Ranger. It occurs to her that there is someone in the city they should probably see before leaving, as a courtesy if nothing else. [color=brown][size=3]"You know, I think Jonathan's shop is somewhere around here. We should stop by and say hello, if not now, then definitely before we leave. We should have talked to him last night. I'll bet he can give us a reference to the Merchant Guild!"[/color][/size] She ooh's and ahh's over the beauty of some of the flowers she's passing. She pauses often to inhale their aroma, getting yellow pollen all over her nose and cheeks. She laughs, trying to sneeze at the same time. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 258] Author : Copper Griffin Date : 01-14-04 01:00 PM Ranger rolls his eyes and sighs but says, "yeah, okay Tani. Since we're close by and all. But let's keep it short. I'd like to go over supplies with the others and then get outfitted before the end of the afternoon. Then I can go over everything tonight to double check it all." -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 259] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 01-16-04 10:52 AM ([color=silver]Hard drive failed, so I don't know how much info I'll have when my husband does whatever it is he is going to do to it. This may effect my posting in that I'll have to switch from day posting to night posting while I borrow a laptop, but otherwise, I shouldn't have too many other difficulties. This weekend and Monday my posting will be infrequent at best. Have a great weekend and happy holidays everyone![/color]) After a short visit with Jonathan, the two make their way back to the Carriage Inn, arriving much earlier than anyone else would have expected, about midmorning. The first thing Tani does is get Faithful settled back in his stall before heading straight to the dining room. She and Ruby waste little time in digging into whatever little snack is left lying about. Shopping is normally hungry work, and while they didn't really do any shopping yet, the thought of all that shopping is also known to cause a hearty appitite. If Tani didn't buy anything at the magic shop [color=sky blue]waiting for DM list ;) [/color], she will pull out the little pouch and peek inside to see what the payment for delivering the sword and potion should be. [color=brown]"You know,"[/color] she tells Ruby in a low conversational tone, [color=brown]"some of this belongs to the entire group since it took all of us to get it here. It wouldn't be right if I kept all of it to myself. I wonder if there isn't something we can get for the group that we couldn't afford as individuals. Hm, I'll have to definitely think on it as well as keep my eyes and ears open. What do you think?"[/color] The hedgehog tilts her head a bit, as if seriously considering the words spoken to her by the halfling. After a moment she seems to nod her head, reaching out to lick the halfing encouragingly across the back of her hand. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 260] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 01-20-04 10:08 AM :zzz: Jade discusses the various things they might need for their excursion. [color=brown][size=3]"So what do you think Ranger? I'm not sure what we should bring. You know what I would like to find? Though it isn't much help on the trip."[/size][/color] She looks up at the tall human. [color=brown][size=3]"It's a cloak called a Traveler's Cloak. It makes traveling easier. In one pocket is a flask of either water or tea and in the other pocket there is enough food for a person to live on, though not enough to really satisfy the palate. And best of all, the cloak keeps a person warm, even if it's snowing outside!"[/size][/color] She gives him a brilliant smile, as if she's just created the very cloak she's discussing. [color=purple] Tani’s mundane shopping list: * cross bolts, MW if any are available * 2 weeks of rations * scentbreakers * tanglefoot bag * Holy water * acid flask Tani’s non-mundane shopping list: * Some way to actually hit the creatures! * healing potions or salves * scrolls of hiding or some such, to help us sneak up on the goblinoids [/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 261] Author : Copper Griffin Date : 01-20-04 01:45 PM "Hmm, I was thinking of a composite longbow but that cloak would definitely come in handy. Where did you hear of such a thing?" Ranger replies. "And how much did the guild give us? I forget," he adds bashfully, "I've never been much for numbers." -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 262] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 01-20-04 01:49 PM [color=silver]Sure, ask me a question I can't answer because I didn't back up my hard drive[/color] :weep: -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 263] Author : Aidan Pryde Date : 01-20-04 08:07 PM [color=silver](Sorry about the delay, it's been a long weekend ;), anyhow, on to the update. Escher: Also, it takes atleast a day to scribe a single magic scroll, more if the value is over 1,000gp, and don't forget the cost of inks, and the xp spent. I'll let you finish one of the scrolls before the meeting, since none of them are anywhere near the 1000gp mark. As for the scrolls to decipher, how are you going to go about that? Mictian has already failed the spellcraft checks to do it that way, so you can't try that again until you gain atleast 1 rank in spellcraft. Aka: Another bit on scrolls, you actually have 3 scrolls, each with 3 spells, unidentified, it looks like Tani still has one of them, and gave the other 2 to Mictian. Just a friendly reminder ;). And the guild hasn't actually given you anything yet, so you can answer Ranger. Oh, and Holy Water is technically mundane, but you'd be far better off looking for that at a temple ;).)[/color] The young elven girl, Ari'il, smiles brightly as she is introduced to Ranger, offering a slighty curtsy as she responds, "Pleased to meet you, mister Ranger." She takes the cue from Tani as the warrior is carrying the sword into the store, countering, "Yes, it certainly is nice of him to carry that heavy thing in for me even though it's my job. Perhaps I shall have to think of some way to thank him." As she surreptitiously winks at the halfling woman as they lead Ranger into the store. Once the merchant Aeryn has concluded her business with Tani and Ranger, Ari'il attempts to answer the halfling woman's questions, saying, "Well, I don't think we have much in stock that you could transport for a profit, we tend to deal in specialty items, made on order, rather than keeping much stock. As far as useful things for the forest, hmm, well, I suppose it depends largely on how much you'd like to spend, most of the really useful items tend to be fairly expensive. If you could give me some sort of price range, I'm sure I could help you a lot better." Meanwhile, Mictian dutifully works on his scroll, interrupted only momentarily by Djorviann as the industrious gnome helps out with some of the housework in an effort to repay his lodging. Eventually, the halfling mage finishes, and moves on to trying to decipher the scrolls given to him by Tani, noting that they refuse to yield their secrets to even his trained eyes, without any magical aid. [color=silver](Thanks for keeping this going guys, I'll hand out more xp in the near future. I think that mostly catches back up, though it's a bit in the middle of the shopping saga :).)[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 264] Author : Mr.Waesel Date : 01-21-04 03:11 AM [color=green]"Ta first mistake many people make is ta think ta forest is 'peaceful' or 'friendly'. That's wrong. Ta forest is very dangerous, sort of like a dungeon with more green. Animals can take yer arm off as soon as to look at ye. Be thankful ye have me in the party. If you manage ta anger one of ta local wildlife, I can try ta calm it, but it would be best not ta anger them in ta first place. There are also many magical and downright evil creatures in ta forest, but, sadly, I donnae much about them. We'd best just avoid anything that looks unnatural. In large forests, even ta trees have some sort of sentience, so don't go chopping any down, or you'll have a colleague of mine on yer arse."[/color] [color=silver]Eberk spends the rest of the talk with telling about different kinds op plants, creatures and wilderness survival. Sadly, i as a person don't know anything about that...[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 265] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 01-21-04 09:44 AM Tani discovers she likes Ari’il more and more and can’t help but smother a smile as the young elven maiden joins in on the fun of teasing Ranger. Back inside the shop the halflings face falls for a moment as Ari’il explains they don’t carry a large stock, but are mainly a ‘made-to-order’ shop. [color=brown]”I probably don’t have more than a few hundred gold at best to spend.”[/color] She sighs at the injustice of it all. [color=brown]”What we really need is something that is able to help us pin down the goblinoids out in the forest. When we fought them, they seemed to have some weird capability to not seem quite solid-looking. A few times I was sure I had scored a hit against one of them, only to have the thing sort of fade in and out without injury. Do you possibly have a salve or something we could rub over our eyes or something that would help with this problem?”[/color] She turns to Ranger. [color=brown]"Can you think of anything that would help us out?"[/color] If Aril’il is unable to help, Tani will thank her, find out if there is anything the halfling can keep an eye out for that the elf maid and her aunt may want that she can keep an eye out for, and will head out with Ranger. She stops at a few of the many shops along the way, arranging with the owner to make two specialty items for her. The first is a type of bag, padded, easy to breathe through, and comfortable enough for Ruby, her familiar, to curl up inside & sleep in. Such a bag would make things much easier for Tani when she needed to carry her friend around. The second is a type of padded addition to her saddle, so Ruby will have a place to sit when Tani is riding Faithful; allowing Ruby to see out and be a part of what is going on around her. Tani knows she it is impractical to carry her beloved friend around in her arms all the time and she may as well handle the situation while they are in town. She can’t help but wonder where Perry is and determines to leave him a note at the Inn. [FONT=courier new]If I leave him a note at the Carriage Inn, he is more likely to get it than if I leave it anywhere else. He knows we’re at the inn and will know to check there for anything.[/FONT] [color=sky blue]Aidan: let me know the cost for the two items and I'll deduct it from my sheet.[/color] After Tani and Ranger finish visiting with Jonathan, the two head back to the Carriage Inn. Tani walks in the door, hours earlier than expected. [color=brown][size=3]”SURPRISE! I’m back, [/size] hello?”[/color] She looks around, wondering where everyone is. A prodding at her side reminds her that her newest and best friend is now awake and she is quick to pull Ruby out of the padded sack she was sleeping in. [color=brown]”Seems we’ve arrived a bit before lunch, which should give us a chance to finish making our plans with the others before we need to finish our shopping and meet with the Guild.”[/color] It isn’t clear whether she’s talking to Ruby or Ranger. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 266] Author : Israfel666 Date : 01-21-04 12:20 PM [color=gray](OOC: Djorviann greeted Tani and Ranger a few posts ago.)[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 267] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 01-21-04 12:45 PM :blush: Tani comes out of her absorption with her new familiar, laughing self-consciously at herself. [color=brown]"Sorry Djorviann, I didn't mean to ignore you. We didn't really bring back anything. The Commander yesterday offered to supply our mundane needs and we should be able to buy whatever else we need from the Guild. And we'll need to stop by a temple before we leave. I'd like to pray and pick up some Holy Water if possible. I thought everyone would rather pick out their own supplies, and that being the case, we came back early. We did walk through the elven section of town. Spectacular color everywhere! You should really sneak over and see all of the flowers they've planted before we leave in the morning. They've the touch of the gods with some of those plants! Where is everyone? How was your morning?"[/color] She seems to barely run out of breath, talking and walking over to the side board where a few muffins are laid out. She only stops talking because she's become somewhat absorb in feeding Ruby. The hedgehog seems satisfied to allow herself to be stuffed full again. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 268] Author : escherblacksmith Date : 01-23-04 12:14 PM Let's see, I have done my scrolls, identified those other two . . . [color=silver]OOC: Aidan?[[/color] Cleaned the ink, cleaned the cleaning of the ink, what am I forgetting . . . SARGON, Oh, I had forgotten . . . I hope he'll forgive me . . . At this Mictian bolts outside to the stables to check on his loyal steed, who happens to be busy snoring in a spot of sunshine on the hay. "Ah there you are, my lad, thought I had forgotten you hmmm?" Sargon lifts up his head and wags his tail with what seems to be an inordinate amount of effort. "Let's see what we have for you here . . . ", after rummaging through the packs for some munchies for his dog (who seem somewhat ambivalent about the meal that is found), he recalls that he has not eaten himself and promptly bolts back to the house (nearly tripping up several passersby). In the process he is only vaguely aware of the Tani shaped person as he goes running by. hmmm, I wonder if I saw her going out? -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 269] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 01-23-04 04:04 PM Tani glances up and notices her oblivious cousin heading toward the food on the sideboard, a very focused look on his face. She can't help but smile fondly to herself, feeling very satisfied with her life at the moment. She couldn't ask for anything more than she has now, surrounding by family, friends, Ruby, and several soon-to-be-friends and getting ready to eat a good meal. She watches him quickly consume several handfuls of bread, waiting until his mouth is full before pointedly clearing her throat. [color=brown]"Ah-hem! Excuse me, do you mind if we join you?"[/color] Her voice dances across the table from where they are seated and over to her cousin. She raises a sardonic eyebrow before letting out a tinkling laugh. [color=brown]"So Mictian, did you have a productive morning? Oh, remind me later, I picked up a spell component in Gilhara I wanted to talk to you about. And this is Ruby. You do remember Ruby from this morning, right?"[/color] She could smack herself in the forehead, since he probably would remember her because she has to do with magic, otherwise, he wouldn't even notice, which reminds her, [color=brown]"Oh, I fed Sargon this morning when I fed Faithful, so don't let him weasel another meal out of you and pretend he's all starving and stuff."[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 270] Author : Aidan Pryde Date : 01-24-04 03:25 PM [color=silver](Escher: Did you mean to have a question for me in your post? You still haven't specified how Mictian is going about identifying the scrolls.)[/color] Once Tani has indicated how much money she has, and what she is really looking for, Ari'il shakes her head a bit, saying, "I afraid we don't have anything like that here. For that matter, I've never heard of such creatures before, they must have been a terrifying sight, and I do wish we carried something that could help you." After it becomes clear that the shop doesn't have anything that would interest the halfling woman, atleast nothing within her price range, the younger elven woman gives her the name of one of the nearby leatherworkers and bids farewell to Tani and Ranger, with an invitation to come back and visit anytime. Tani has to spend only a few minutes discussing what she wants with the suggested leatherworker before he agrees to the task, telling her that he can have the two items completed the following morning for a total of 5 gold pieces, as he will have to push back a few of his other projects to get hers done before the group has planned to leave the city. With her tasks completed as best she could manage, Tani heads back to the inn with Ranger in tow. Once they have arrived, they are greeted, almost immediately, by Djorviann, and set about rounding everyone up for the noon meal before their arranged meeting with the merchant's guild, and a stop at the guards' quartermaster. They find Mictian absentmindedly wandering around, rushing from one forgotten task to the next, and the dwarf Eberk giving pointers on wilderness survival to any who will listen, and he does seem to have attracted a few people listening intently to his dissertations on which forest plants are readily edible, and how to find fresh water. They look a little disappointed as he is summoned for the meal, but are still happy to offer him a few coins for the useful information he has provided. [color=blue](Eberk earns 5 sp, assuming he is willing to take the offered coins.)[/color] Once everyone has been rounded up at a table for the meal, joining the already present Mictian, a discussion of the plans for the afternoon ensues. [color=silver](That should get everyone to the same place and time, I mostly need what you guys are asking for from the military, and when you're ready to move along to the merchant's guild.)[/color] --------------------------------- [color=blue]RP experience from breakfast to lunch Tani = 300xp, total 6800 Geral = 0xp, total 5400 Mictian = 250xp, total 6100 (Please post the levelled and 3.5 Mictian here (http://boards1.wizards.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=99045) when you get a chance.) Ranger = 250xp, total 6300 Eberk = 200xp, total 4700 Djorviann = 250xp, total 4950[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 271] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 01-24-04 05:23 PM ([color=silver]Aidan:. I think Tani only has 6300xp, though I’ll take the 6800 if that’s correct! [/color]) Tani feeds another piece of fowl to Ruby while asking what everyone is planning on getting. [color=brown]”The Commander said they could supply our mundane needs. I’m going to definitely need some rations and a new pkg. of bolts for my crossbow. I wonder if they’ll have an extra knife or two? What do you guys think we should get? We’ll need rations for everyone. It would be wise to get extra bolts and bow strings, just in case. I wonder if they’ll have an extra healing kit.”[/color] She doesn’t mention how much they could have used a healing kit on the trip here and decides to buy one if they can’t get one supplied. [color=brown]”I’ll also need another tanglefoot bag, perhaps some alchemical fire flasks, some Holy water. I can’t help but think I’m missing something very basic.”[/color] She looks at the others, a worried frown creasing her forehead as she tries in vain to think of what it is she is forgetting. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 272] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 01-29-04 04:04 PM ([color=silver]Yep, missed it. Thanks for pointing out the difference![/color]) [color=brown][size=3]"Hello? Is anyone listening to me?"[/color][/size] Jade looks around at the faces seated at the table, wondering if they've been struck dumb or if they are simply trying to figure out what they need. She needs more bolts, definitely more bolts, and rations! -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 273] Author : escherblacksmith Date : 01-30-04 11:16 AM "Of course we are listening, I mean we are here, we can't possibly help but listen . . . well I suppose if I put wax in my ears and maybe cast a silence spell of some sort, but even then I doubt I could keep you from communicating for long. But as you say, we need to get ready. Let's see, I guess all I really need is a few more darts and quarrels . . . I don't suppose the local military will have any spellbooks handy, I really could use some new spells, something with fire would be fun I think. Some food would be good, and something to get a better look at those things that we fought off, maybe paint? I am not sure . . . hey, I may have a spell for that as well. Where are my books?" Looking around briefly he waits for Tani's response as he weighs eating vs reading. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 274] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 01-30-04 12:16 PM :whatsthis ([color=silver]I will not be able to post from later this afternoon until Sunday evening at the earliest. I should resume my normal posting habits on Monday.[/color]) Tani giggles at Mictian's response, glad to see he's still with the group and not off on some magical journey inside his mind. She frowns though when he mentions fire. [color=blue]"We'll have to be careful with anything fire based. It wouldn't do to rid the forest of these goblinoids by burning it down. Somehow I don't think the Merchant's Guild would pay us the reward for such an accomplishment. The paint idea is good! Maybe we could have an alchemist mix up some kind of dye in with an acid flask or something. That way, not only do we paint the filthy creatures but do some damage at the same time."[/color] It almost seems unnatural to hear the lovely little halfling sound so matter-of-fact about planning out a battle. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 275] Author : Israfel666 Date : 01-30-04 02:44 PM Djorviann gets a bit worried when he hears his companions speakin about acid and fire. [color=teal]"I remember..."[/color] he appears to be uncertain, then continues [color=teal]"I remember when the warriors of Dwelvenpass - my home village - battled a band of goblins that threatened our home. As I was told, they just set up a trap - some of them climbed on trees, some hid behind the undergrowth, some other walked in the open as a decay. When the monsters attacked, they were swarmed with projectiles and dead within a few minutes. Now, we have the problem - pardon my words, but they are true - of the Big Folk, who can't hide just as well, but" [/color] he Mictian and Tani a praying look [color=teal]"there are magicians among us who might fix that. What do you think?" [/color] he blurts out, hopeful to turn an aggressive, orc-like assault into a more careful expedition. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 276] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 01-30-04 04:21 PM Tani is glad to know that Djorviann is familiar with goblins, though she wonders if the ones the warriors from his home encountered had the same ’misty’ quality to them. [color=blue]”I think sneaking up to their lair is a good idea, but sooner or later we’re going to have to fight the creatures, and they seem to have this special ability to be like shadows, and about as hard to hit as one. We need a good plan for when we have to fight them. What type of magics were you thinking of Djorviann? I have a little skill at magic, though I must admit that Mictian here knows quite a bit more than I do. My magic is all innate while he actually understands the workings of it.”[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 277] Author : Israfel666 Date : 01-31-04 10:29 AM [color=teal]"I... uh, have read... tales... of human and elven wizards who could make people disappear, or soar like birds, or shift from place to place in the blink of an eye. The druids that lived in my village didn't perform these kind of tricks, however, but I thought that perhaps someone here might know how to..."[/color] the little gnome's voice fades off as he waits for an answer. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 278] Author : Mr.Waesel Date : 02-02-04 08:20 AM [color=green]"Ye won't be using any fire in no forest while I'm around tah prevent it!"[/color] Eberk snorts.[color=green]"pfah!"[/color] [color=green]"I think I should remove tah flaming ball from my memory tonight..."[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 279] Author : escherblacksmith Date : 02-02-04 09:02 AM "No, No, No, nothing like a forest fire, I am certainly not going to hurl a mighty ball of flame in a wood filled area . . . although I have heard that the colors would be really impressive, and I bet it would stop those dark thingies in their tracks . . . but no, I would be much more careful than that . . ." *muttering*"bright reds, oranges,oooooo, maybe blues!" "ah, illusions are a wonderful thing, I know a few interesting spells, nothing quite so powerful yet, I'm afraid. But someday . . . certainly the popping up from place to place would be fun . . ." "So, are we of a mind to head out in the morning then? Indeed, are we of a mind to go together?" -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 280] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 02-02-04 12:30 PM Tani rolls her eyes, trading looks and smiles with Ruby over Eberk's comment. [color=blue]"WHAT!?! We most certainly are going to use fire in the forest,"[/color] she tells Eberk. [color=blue]"I'm not going without a fire at night. It's too cold to go without one, and it's terribly difficult to cook dinner without one. We haven't started a forest fire yet, and none of us want that. I meant we'll simply have to be careful when using such things as achemist's fire and such weapons that are fire-based. We certainly won't get very far throwing water on them."[/color] She can't imagine how Eberk could travel through the forest without using any fire at all. **[FONT=courier new]Maybe I'm just soft, but I enjoy my creature comforts,[/FONT]** she mentally states to Ruby, feeling somewhat soft and lazy, despite having spent the last few months traveling as a caravan guard. She knows it was only one wagon, but it sounds so much more impressive to say 'caravan' instead of a merchants' wagon. She can feel sleepy agreement echoing back from Ruby as the link between them begins to strengthen. [color=blue]"The problem is that the goblins have some sort of 'blinky' trick, making them like shadows. I know I should have connected a few times and yet, they still managed to come away unscathed. I'm not sure how we managed to beat them off last time, but I don't want to have to rely on blind luck to escape such a predicament again. I wonder if there isn't some way to make them more 'solid?' "[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 281] Author : Copper Griffin Date : 02-02-04 01:16 PM Ranger isn't sure how to break the bad news to Tani. Hesitantly he says, "sorry Tani but we won't be able to risk much of a fire. At night it'll be a beacon for whatever lurks beneath the trees. Something small might be okay but for the most part, dress warm and bring some heavy winter blankets. That'll keep the chill off." Leaving discussion of how to deal with shadow goblins to the more magically inclined, Ranger starts mentally working up a list of supplies. 14 days rations per person 2 waterskins per person 2 or 3 tents heavy winter blankets, just in case rope, 100' extra quivers of arrow and bolts sunrods, 2 dozen thunderstones, 10 or more healing kit "Maybe we should get a pack mule or two. To help carry the supplies we'll need." -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 282] Author : Aidan Pryde Date : 02-02-04 04:21 PM As the group discusses various aspects of their strategy and needs, lunch is finally served, consisting mostly of hard breads and cheeses, with a bit of smoked meat on the side. The group munches on what they are brought, compiling a list of what they need to acquire before departing for the quartermaster's. [color=silver]Escher: I'm going to send you a PM with the scroll contents and such as soon as I finish this. Everyone: It looks like you're doing a fine job of discussing what need to be done before you head out, but I need a consolidated list of things you're asking for before I can move too much farther ahead. Also, just to speed things up a little bit, animals such as mules are not 'mundane supplies' for these purposes, so you'll have to acquire any such animals with real money, but don't worry about RPing it if you don't want, since stables would be a fairly common occurence in the city, just mark off the standard cost for animal and tack. Also, I should probably have been a bit more specific about weather, but it would hardly be considered cold where you are. While it can be cool in the shade, you're in roughly the equivalent area of southern Florida temperature-wise. You're more likely to run into extremely hot and humid areas than extremly cold within the forest. On the plains, it will be cool in the night, especially if there's a breeze, but in a relatively dense forest it will be fairly warm most of the time.[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 283] Author : Mr.Waesel Date : 02-03-04 04:50 AM Eberk comments on Ranger [color=green]"Ach, there's no need fer dat now, lad. Djorviann and I can find any food ye need in tah forest."[/color] he then turns to Tani [color=green]"Shadowy goblins, aye? I've seen shadowy creatures before in my old home, the Underdark, but never goblins."[/color] [color=silver]:Aidan: Do I know anything from those old memories? Is what I said above true or was I out of line?[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 284] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 02-03-04 11:22 AM Tani gives Ranger a sad, forlorn look. [color=blue]”No fire, not even for tea or to warm up the journey bread?”[/color] She heaves a sigh, more for dramatics than any real suffering over the loss of a fire, blinking woefully at him. She will miss spending hours staring into the cheerful warmth of the flames as they merrily dance about, throwing shadows across the campsite, but she knows it won’t be for too long, just until they clear out the goblins from the forest. Not able to keep up the pretense, she laughs, shrugs off the entire thing, and moves on. [color=blue]”Getting a mule or two might be a good idea. We should probably get a back-up, just in case that wolf with the claws, the one who talked to us, comes back for another midnight snack.”[/color] The halfling turns to Eberk, smiling so that her dimples peek out. [color=blue]”Yes, these goblins were sometimes solid and sometimes like shadow. I really should have had that one, but my arrow seemed to go right through it. It was most frustrating and we really should figure out something before meeting up with them again. I’m just not sure what can be done.”[/color] Realizing no one has answered Mictian, she turns and throws a little wad of cheese at him, striking him in the forehead. She giggles. [color=blue]”I am pretty sure we’ve all decided to do this. No one is having second thoughts, right?”[/color] She looks around at each of the others in the group, Geral, Ranger, Eberk, and Djorviann. Ruby gives a big yawn and Tani pops the piece of cheese she was going to throw at Ranger into her beloved familiar’s mouth. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 285] Author : Israfel666 Date : 02-03-04 03:08 PM [color=teal]"I have to join master Eberk, my... cough!... friends."[/color] Djorviann realizes he has never referred to these newfound companions as such, until now. [color=teal]"I know something about the ways of the outdoors, plus I am small and do not need much provisions - I have a few days' worth of food with me, and unless the forest is devoid of fruit, I don't need much more."[/color] He deliberately fails to mention about his reserve of "other" provisions - the alcoholic ones - no need to make his friends worry, he thinks. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 286] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 02-04-04 11:20 AM Tani’s deep emerald eyes seem to cloud up and she can’t help but furrow her brow. [color=blue]”You know, the forest just seemed, empty is the best way to describe it. There were no rabbits and the birds rarely sang. I don’t remember seeing any fruits. What kind of fruit grows in the forest, besides blackberries and such?”[/color] She doesn’t know much about farming, so she wouldn’t know if apple trees grew in the forest, though she hasn’t ever heard of such a thing. [color=blue]”Anyway, I think getting a couple of mules is a good idea. We only have 2gp and 3sp in group funds, which won’t buy much. I’ve been thinking of purchasing a pack mule anyway, so I’ll purchase one and we can all go in on the second one, if that’s okay. Or, I’ll just buy them both if it’s a problem.”[/color] She doesn’t know how much money Eberk or Djorviann might have or whether they can even afford shares in a pack mule, so she offers an easy way out, just in case. [FONT=courier new]Besides,[/FONT] she can’t help but think to herself, [FONT=courier new]that just means I can purchase a few more pieces of merchandise to travel with. I’ll be able to pick up a bunch of the perfumed soap Bri Ili is so famous for. For such a small item, it sure fetches quite a bit in cities like Sid Belug or far Zabulzig.[/FONT] Once more she is caught up, dreams and visions floating past her mind's eye. She smiles, seeing herself as a prosperous merchant, owner of a large wearhouse and dealing in all manner of goods. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 287] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 02-05-04 01:39 PM ([color=silver]OOC: Aidan: How much money was in the small sack given to Tani by Sionnodal? Whatever it is, Tani will use that money to purchase certain things for the group. I’ll mark those in red.[/color]) [color= sky blue]Tani’s shopping list (she’ll pay for it if it isn’t covered at the Quartermaster’s) 1 mule, 8gp Bit and Bridle 2gp, Pack Saddle 5gp, Saddlebags 4gp 10 day’s feed 5sp Tent 10gp Gallon of ale 2sp Common bottle of wine 2gp 6 loaves of bread (for Faithful) 12cp Scentbreaker 5gp [/color] [color=red] 1 mule, 8g Bit and Bridle 2gp, Pack Saddle 5gp, Saddlebags 4gp 10 day’s feed 5sp Healer’s Kit 50gp [/color] [color=sky blue] [/color] ([color=silver]Skills used while shopping, to barter a better deal, et cetera[/color] Diplomacy = {13} (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=Tantris#88617) :rolleyes: Sense Motive = {16} (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=Tantris#88619) However, she can easily add to Griffin’s list... 14 days rations per person 2 waterskins per person 2 or 3 tents bedrolls for everyone rope, 100' extra quivers of arrow and bolts Minor repair kit (includes extra bow strings) sunrods, 2 dozen thunderstones, 10 or more 2 healing kits 5 smokesticks holy water tanglefoot bag -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 288] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 02-05-04 01:41 PM [color=silver]I'm giving us a friendly little bump[/color] ;) Once lunch has been consumed and everyone has cleaned up to their satisfaction, the group meets out front and heads off to attend the meeting they have with the Merchant’s Guild. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 289] Author : Copper Griffin Date : 02-05-04 02:56 PM Ranger is not looking forward to yet more shopping. The merchants and their hawkish stares bother him even more than the noise and bustle of the crowds. But he gathers his courage and heads out with Tani. Someone has to be there to pick out the mules. Can't have it come up lame when we're in the thick of things. "Let's save the big heavy stuff for last, okay," he says hoping to avoid becoming a temporary pack mule for Tani. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 290] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 02-05-04 05:28 PM [color=blue]"Or we could just bring the mules along to carry everything for us,"[/color] the halfling winks at her tall friend as she merrily makes her way back toward the Merchant's guildhall. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 291] Author : Copper Griffin Date : 02-06-04 01:04 PM Ranger rolls his eyes after forgetting Tani's quick wits and penchant for wisecracks. "Do you really want to try guiding mules through these crowds?" -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 292] Author : escherblacksmith Date : 02-06-04 02:16 PM Title : Mictian Watching with fond amusement at the interaction between his cousin and the erstwhile Ranger. "[color=indigo]Right, well I really must get back to my scroll-writing. Tani, I do need a pack of bolts, and maybe some kibble for Sargon, perhaps some more soap, and some of those muffins you seem to be able to find, how do you do that? At any rate, I must get back to my room.[/color]" With that, he will wander back to his room to finish his scroll. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 293] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 02-06-04 03:51 PM [color=blue]"HEY,"[/color] Tani yells after her cousin. [color=blue]"Need me to pick up any components for you?"[/color] After he answers, she'll turn back to Ranger and the others. [color=blue]"What crowds?"[/color] She looks around, shakes her head, and laughs. She'd forgotten that he's much more comfortable out in the wilderness and to him this is a crowd. Her green eyes dance as she considers what a real city with a real crowd is like. **[FONT=courier new]You know Ruby, you're going to love the Celebration of Lights back home![/FONT]** She receives a rather noncommital feeling back through their new bond as the hedgehog doesn't see the appeal of lots and lots of people, lights, noise, bands of entertainers and wandering drunks; she does like the thought of all the food that seems to be available at such a thing and decides to wait to pass judgement. Ruby finds there is often little need to rush a decision and right now, with her awakening intelligence, she feels even stronger that it is appropriate to view a situation from all angles before making an irrevocable decision. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 294] Author : Aidan Pryde Date : 02-09-04 12:32 AM While the rest of the group discusses supplies, and the plans for the remainder of the day, Tani takes a moment out to examine the pouch given to her by the merchant Aeryn Siannodel. Taking quick stock of its contents, she finds a total of 10 platinum pieces, a fair amount for a simple transport. Once everything has been decided upon, the group heads off to the guard's barrack to give the list of supplies needed to the quartermaster. They are greeted by a grizzled old man, who has apparently seen a few battles in his day, as several scars mark his face, a very large one crossing the space where his right eye used to be. He gruffly greets the group, having been apprised of their arrival by one of the several pages in the area. Once he has extracted what the requested items are from the group, he responds, "Hmpf, we don't have any spare items for animals or perishable foods, but the rest sounds reasonable. I'll see what I can scrounge up. Just stop back in a few hours and I can give you everything we have off that list of yours. You'll probably need something to pack it all in though." That task taken care of, atleast for the moment, the companions leave the inner castle area, and head towards the merchant's district to attend the meeting scheduled for the afternoon. Along the way, a messenger boy approaches and, looking at Geral, asks, "You're the one called Geral, right?" At the monk's somewhat surprised nod, he continues, "This is for you." Handing the tall man a sealed parchment envelope, the boy scarcely waits for his tip before bowing his head slightly and heading back off into the crowded city streets. As the group continues on their way through the busy streets, Geral carefully opens the envelope, and slips out a small sheet of paper. Careful of his step, he reads the note as he walks, saying little as the various buildings and streets pass by. Finally, he appears to reach the end, carefully folding the paper back up and placing it in the envelope, which he then slips into his robe for safekeeping. Once the group has reached a lull within the bustle of people, the zenythri monk addresses everyone, "It seems that some of my order need my assistance, and I must take my leave for now. Perhaps I will have the opportunity to work with you in the future. It has certainly been a good experience, and I wish you all well on your excursion into the woods. When you return, I will try to get in contact with you, perhaps I shall be able to rejoin you then." He then bows, taking a moment to let anyone else respond before heading off in towards a different section of the city. [color=silver]----------------------- Mr.Waesel: While Eberk would be aware of some of what goes on in the realms below the earth, he wouldn't have any specific details on much, just a general sort of knowledge. Shadows aren't too uncommon, so he would indeed know a bit about them, but from the descriptions given to him about the goblins, he can only draw vague similarities, since true shadows are known to be incorporal, and these don't seem to have that property. Everyone: I'll hand out some more RP xp shortly, probably with my next post. Also, Ryfte PM'd me and he won't be able to continue playing for now, so Geral will be going on extended absence, just so you have some context for the above :).[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 295] Author : Mr.Waesel Date : 02-09-04 08:11 AM [color=silver]I'm still following, but I really have nothing to say right now. Thanks for the heads up, Aidan :)[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 296] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 02-09-04 09:05 AM [FONT=courier new]Shards! Well, that seems rather generous,”[/FONT] the halfling thinks to herself. At least now she won’t have to worry about finding enough money to buy a couple pack mules and all the tack and food for them. She isn’t put off by the quartermaster’s scars or loss of his right eye. She realizes the cost he’s paid to help protect the very city she is sheltering in and is respectful to him. She gives him a nod when he mentions needing a sack or two, which actually is what the saddlebags she’s going to purchase are for. She’s bummed they don’t have any extra rations, but it’s probably better for them to purchase their own anyway. The military tends to have very dry, bland rations and she likes a little flavor to hers. She gives him an impish smile on the way out, promising to return in a few hours. [color=blue]”We can stop by a shop or two after our meeting with the Merchant’s Guild and buy rations as well as the mules and all that horsey stuff. It shouldn’t be a problem to have everything delivered to the Carriage Inn for us before dark. That will give us enough time to pack everything up and still get a good night’s sleep before getting up and heading out in the morning.”[/color] She’s fascinated when Geral gets a delivery and frustrated when she can’t see well enough to read what the paper says. Sometimes being short has definite disadvantages and she has just reached the decision to find out what the note says later, when the tall grey and purple man states he’s leaving. She stops dead in the street, mouth hanging open as she stares at him in shock. He’s only there long enough for her to wish him 'good luck' before he strides away, turns a corner, and is lost from sight. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 297] Author : Israfel666 Date : 02-09-04 09:14 AM Djorviann bows to the departing zenythri [color=teal]"I am sorry to see you go, master Geral. Our mission will surely become harder without your help."[/color] He also offers the monk a bit of his drinks as a farewell gifts, but Geral refuses, keeping true to his order's rules of abstinence. After the monk has disappeared behind a far-off corner, the gnome ponders about this sudden leaving. [color=teal]I know this is not what I should think, but I'm really glad that monk is gone. He gave me the chills - always so shiny and cold! I'll tell you, he was far more innatural than whatever hides in the forest.[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 298] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 02-11-04 03:32 PM Tani looks over at Djorviann at his statement about Geral, but she doesn't really say anything in his defense. What can she say, he was a very odd person. [color=blue]"Well, he could always be counted on during a fight."[/color] She looks after Geral's retreating form and shrugs the matter away. Geral was always something of an enigma to her and she wonders if she'll ever see him again. [color=blue]"Shall we continue to our meeting at the Merchant Guildhouse?"[/color] She stops to buy everyone a sticky treat from one of the street vendors. [color=silver]Just let me know price[/color] She shares hers with Ruby, though the hedgehog seems little interested in the sweet. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 299] Author : Israfel666 Date : 02-12-04 08:19 AM [color=silver](OOC: the second teal sentence was a thought. I'll edit it to make it more explicit ;) )[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 300] Author : Mr.Waesel Date : 02-13-04 06:56 AM [color=green]"Thank ye but no thank ye. The last thing ye need is fer me to eat one o' them sweets, 'cause the give me gas. I ain't druid fer nuthin' ye know?"[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 301] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 02-13-04 10:58 AM [color=blue]"Guess that explains not wanting a fire in the forest,"[/color] Tani teases, her voice full of energy and laughter. She doesn't hesitate to add his sweet into her own pile, willing to sacrifice and eat it for him if he really doesn't want it. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 302] Author : Mr.Waesel Date : 02-16-04 08:25 AM Eberk blushes, not having suspected such a comment. He quickly turns away, pretending to be interested in a horse on the street. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 303] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 02-17-04 01:06 PM Tani wonders what the meeting with the Merchant Guild will be like. She is hoping that Jonathan might be there to speak up for them, though she's sure someone's probably already spoken to him about their time in service to him. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 304] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 02-23-04 08:18 PM [color=blue]"It shouldn't be much further. That looks like the building over there,"[/color] Tani says, pointing at a large building further down the street. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 305] Author : escherblacksmith Date : 02-24-04 09:53 AM Title : Mictian Why do I always forget what color ink is necessary . . . Let's see, the red for that bit, then the yellow . . . now where did I put the puce and oberjean? -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 306] Author : Israfel666 Date : 02-24-04 02:23 PM [color=teal]"I wonder if those human merchants have some fine drinks to sell"[/color] Djorviann mutters under his breath, trying not to show off his hopeful smile too much. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 307] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 02-26-04 02:40 PM Tani easily picks up on what Djorviann mutters and agrees with him completely. [color=blue]"We should be served something once we're in the meeting. At least I would think such a curtsey would be extended to us. Talking is thirsty work and we are going to rid their forest of these foul creatures so that they can safely travel back and forth to Gilhara again, so it only stands to reason that they would offer us some kind of refreshment. I wonder if Bri Ili is known for any kind of wines or liquers and how well they would transport. Such things are often difficult to transport because the contents get all shaken up and it takes awhile for it to settle again and for the flavor to return."[/color] Her mind falls into its familiar pattern as she decides she simply must discover what the best trade items will be for her to take with her once their job here is done. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 308] Author : escherblacksmith Date : 03-03-04 09:00 AM Title : Mictian Whew, after such a long day of writing, I could really go for a salad right now . . . -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 309] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 03-03-04 06:49 PM Tani gives her cousin a push, knocking him out of his daydream. [color=blue]"So what has you so absorbed?"[/color] She figures it has something to do with magic or food. It has to be one or the other. ;) -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 310] Author : Aidan Pryde Date : 03-03-04 09:43 PM A little mystified at Geral's rather sudden departure, the group quickly recovers and continues on its way towards the merchant's guildhouse, stopping only momentarily as Tani pauses to purchase a sweet snack for everyone from a raodside vendor. [color=blue](5sp total from Tani)[/color] After consuming the snacks, with Tani quickly downing her second as Eberk declines the one she bought for him, conversation turns towards drinks until the guildhouse comes into sight just down the road. The distance closes quickly as the group presses through increasingly dense crowds, until they emerge from the press of people just outside the building. Walking inside, those who were there the night before recognize the interior, a circular room with various columns and statues spread about. In stark contrast to the previous visit, though, the room is teeming with people, and nearly all of the windows are staffed with clerks. It is hard to hear much beyond the cacophany of deals being brokered within the marble rotunda. Fortunately, it seems that the group was being watched for, as they are quickly approached by a well-dressed human man, who motions them to follow. Following the man, the group is led out of the main hall, and into the hallways lining the interior of the building. Significantly quieter than the main hall, the man finally speaks, "I apologize for the lack of introduction, but the main hall is hardly a place for civilized conversation. I am Regis," he bows deeply, continuing, "the master merchants are expecting you in the meeting room. If you will just continue to follow me, we will be there shortly." True to his word, the journey is not long before the group is shown into an opulent room, dominated by a large semi-circular table, apparently made of mahogany, at which are seated 5 people. Master merchant Siannodel is easily recognizable, but the other four are not familiar to any of the group. Two are human men, apparently in their mid-thirties, dressed in finery befitting their station. One of the others is a human woman, a bit younger than the men, but equally dressed. The final member of the panel is a halfling man, armed with a pile of parchment and a pen. His dress would seem to indicate that he is the guild scribe, as opposed to a merchant himself. The group is allowed a moment to take in the surroundings before being ushered to a much smaller table in the center of the room, with several chairs facing towards the assembled council members. The setup makes it feel more like a tribunal than an informal meeting, but the merchant Aeryn Siannodel quickly attempts to put any fears to rest as she greets the group, "Good day, I hope you have all had a pleasant morning. I have spoken to my colleagues," she indicates the others present with a broad sweeping motion, "and they are most interested in your proposal for clearing the forest for us. We are still a bit unclear on what exaclty you would like from us before you complete the task, but are quite willing to listen to anything you might suggest." While she is speaking, the halfling man seems to have begun writing furiously, barely paying attention to the group. The man who ushered you in seems to have disappeared, probably back to whatever other duties he has in this building, leaving you to the task at hand. [color=silver]----------------------- Thanks for keeping this going guys, I think I've finally caught up on all the RL commitments that piled up on me over the last week or so, so I should be back to regular updates.[/color] [color=blue]----------------------- That said, here's a bit of RP xp for those who kept up the posting: Tani = 250xp, total 7050 Mictian = 200xp, total 6300 Eberk = 200xp, total 4900 Djorviann = 200xp, total 5150 I'll also be giving some more general RP experience in the near future as I go back and re-read a bit from the last xp point.[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 311] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 03-04-04 01:33 PM [color=silver]Aidan: I’ve made the appropriate changes to my PC sheet. I hadn’t done that in awhile. :blush: Thanks for the xp! :bow: [/color] Tani walks into the same building they were in the night before, except it seems to have been transformed. She can’t help but grin at the hustle and bustle, feeling right at home among the cacophony. She claps her hands in delight, round green eyes drinking in the sights and sounds of the room. [color=blue]”Isn’t this wonderful,”[/color] she remarks to everybody and nobody in particular, taking a deep breath, inhaling the various aromas and odors. She turns her bright, white smile to bear upon the clerk who has been waiting for them. She starts to follow him, looking back to make sure Mictian and the shy Eberk are following. The noise level drops significantly as she follows the young man into the interior hallways of the building. The halfling woman knows that Regis probably has better things to do than escort them around, especially if he’s like any normal clerk, and reassures him they won’t keep him from his duties much longer. The three foot, one inch halfling walks into an opulent room. She spots the five Master merchants seated at a beautiful mahogany table, Master merchant Siannodel among them. She beams brightly at the halfling seated among the Master merchants, already looking up to him for the place he’s earned for himself. Her brain automatically catalogues the items in the room and places a value on them, something she does out of habit. Appraise = {16} (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=Tantris#93507) She can’t help but admire the grain of the table, wishing she could run her fingers over its smooth surface. She follows the others over to a smaller table. She glances back, noticing Regis has disappeared back to whatever important task he had been called away from to wait for them. [FONT=courier new]At least “important” to him. All clerks seem to think what they are doing is of prime importance, despite whatever might be going on in the world around them. I can’t complain though, it’s what makes a good clerk so valuable to his or her boss.[/FONT] She seats herself, waiting for the others to settle in. She makes sure to wait, allowing the others a chance to speak if they want to. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 312] Author : escherblacksmith Date : 03-05-04 09:30 AM [color=silver]I may want to point out that I am still scribing a scroll (unless we are into evening and I missed it somewhere), it takes 8 hours, so I wouldn't be joining the rest on there little shopping sojourn.[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 313] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 03-05-04 09:39 AM [color=silver]I thought we were all going to the meeting with the merchant's guild.[/color] :twitch: -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 314] Author : escherblacksmith Date : 03-05-04 12:34 PM [color=silver]Well, unless I am missing something, you folks took off to the meeting and to gather supplies (your last comment to me was "Do you want me to pick up some spell components for you"). I still have to finish the scroll so I was just vamping while you guys were out and about. Does that sound right Aidan?[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 315] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 03-05-04 04:11 PM [color=silver]I do happen to remember Tani asked if she could pick him up anything. :blush: Sorry, guess I'll blame it on the length of time between updates. Ya, that's it, it's all Aidan's fault, lol.[/color] ;) Tani looks around at the others, wondering if any of them want to speak first. She doesn't want to just assume she gets to always to all the talking and waits a few more moments, giving them every opportunity to speak up. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 316] Author : Copper Griffin Date : 03-05-04 07:15 PM Ranger catches Tani's eye and nods his head for her to speak. A quick wink and smile should get her going. This is your show little woman. Go ahead and shine. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 317] Author : Israfel666 Date : 03-07-04 03:07 PM Upon entering the room and sitting down, Djorviann is almost terrorized at the sight of all these high-up humans looking at him - actually, they're looking at all of the companions, but the tiny gnome feels as if their eyes were casting steel gazes at him alone. He's never been in such an important human palace, and the little ranger does not like the experience: unlike the busy inn he has spent the previous day in, this merchant's guild is not a "home" for anyone; it's just a place for signing contract and collecting gold, two things Djorviann has absolutely no business (pun intended) with. When Siannodel speaks, the forest gnome is able to relax a little. Her greetings are sincere and well-meaning, but he can feel what she is hinting at: business has no relationship with friendship, and if they want to get the stuff they need, they'll have to persuade these "master merchants" with facts, not promises. Djorviann contemplates for a moment the thought of deliberately making the mission fail, by speaking up and giving these lords the impression that they are not a trustworthy group; after all, he has never wished to join this adventure, and risking his life for a few (though nice) people's desires of glory is not an idea he likes. But, he also remembers, what would he then do? If the "band" shatters, he will have no more business in Brin Ili, and would probably have to leave again on his own. To what end? To loneliness, lack of drinks and visions of the Goddess, and likely to meet the shadow goblins anyway - only on his own. Realizing that his best hopes lie, after all, in the proceeding of this adventure, the bard shuts his mouth as quickly as he had opened it. He waits for one of his more experienced companions to begin, although he does not know who would be best - the halfling woman is a good dealer, but does not look much of a fighter; the human, on the other side, is strong and tall, but has always been a silent guy. Whichever of the two speaks, however, Djorviann is glad that Mictian is not here - he would surely have spoiled everything! -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 318] Author : Mr.Waesel Date : 03-08-04 08:57 AM Title : He's ALIVE! [color=green]"Bweh! Just like those snobby humans tah put us here like we committed a murder or something."[/color] Knowing his tone, Eberk doens't speak, however. He just gathers some pillows, taking them from other chairs if need be, to compensate for his own height and to be able to look above the table. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 319] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 03-08-04 01:41 PM [color=silver]Sorry guys, I’m having the absolute worst time concentrating, which is why I’ve postponed Tani trying to say much of anything. Between Wed. and the nasty headache I have... bear with me. :bow: Aidan: Here’s your friendly reminder that I won’t be able to post from Wed. through the end of the week. I’m hoping to feel well enough to post at least a little over the weekend, but no promises. If you could please NPC Tani when needed, I would greatly appreciate it! [/color] Diplomacy = {12} (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=Tantris#94100) :weep: [color=silver]Sometimes I really abhor the dice roller![/color] The first thing Tani does is introduce each of her companions around the table. She then briefly goes through the story of their travels through the forest from Gilhara to Bri Ili; of finding the two orphaned children and rescuing them, and of fighting off another attack by the shadow goblins, as she has taken to referring to them as. She explains how the group would like to clear the forest of this growing menace, restoring the forest to its previous safe state. [color=blue]”We aren’t asking to collect the reward money early, as that would be foolish on both of our parts, but we were hoping that perhaps we could purchase such things as healing potions as cost, as well as allowing us to talk with anyone who knows anything about these creatures. Anything we learn could be of great value in helping us to overcome this problem. We also need to be clear on the terms of the agreement. What will it take for us to convince you the threat is gone? I wouldn't expect you to just take our word for it, which is only sensible since we are strangers to your fair city.”[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 320] Author : crazysamaritan Date : 03-09-04 12:53 AM Title : *yawn* Originally posted by Akavasha D'Morney [color=silver](OOC: Mr.W: Don't let me intimidate you. You can do what Griffin & most everyone else does, either skip over my post unless you see your PC's name in bold, or skim through them. Tani and Jade are the two PC's I tend to role play pretty heavy. Just wait until Griffin puts in his 2cents. :rolleyes: Escher: :P Be intimidated, be very, very intimidated! :devil: )[/color] [color=silver](OOC: Hah! check my post time... I've been reading your posts. :whatsthis And I'll have you know, if it wasn't so difficult to make conversational rhymes, I'd've entered into a posting competetion with you. 'course I'd also need to type my posts in Word first to make sure I'm not making too many spelling erorrs :P )[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 321] Author : Copper Griffin Date : 03-09-04 10:32 AM Ranger is not the most intuitive guy and isn't one for reading people's faces, but even he can tell that the merchant council isn't wild about Tani's proposal. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 322] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 03-09-04 10:50 AM Title : Tantris Komidar [color=silver]Aidan: Could you please refresh my memory as to what bonuses Tani receives from a hedgehog familiar. I can't find where I wrote it down at. :twitch: Thank you![/color] Tani is distracted by a slight rustling as Ruby pokes her head up out of the bag she's in, peering around. She sticks the end of her snout on the edge of the table, tongue sticking out slightly, and stops moving. Tani's hand seems to move of its own accord, lightly scratching under her familiar's chin. [color=orange]**You'd think they'd want the forest cleared and would help out with something, anything! We almost died last time in the forest and a healing potion or two could make the difference between life and death.**[/color] Her mind voice is frustrated and aggrieved sounding. She doesn't realize it, but she doesn't just make the comment silently to herself. It seems she is speaking through a bond, doing what feels natural, reacting to some inner instinct. [color=orange]**I'll help you Tani. I won't let those goblins hurt you like before.**[/color] [color=orange]**Ruby?**[/color] A warm feeling of love swarms back over the bond building ever stronger between them and the halfling woman can't help but smile radiantly at her familiar. It doesn't occur to her not to help these people, despite how little they seem to really want it. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 323] Author : Mr.Waesel Date : 03-09-04 10:56 AM [color=silver]A hedgehog gives its master a +1 natural armor bonus.[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 324] Author : Israfel666 Date : 03-09-04 12:20 PM [color=gray]I'll be gone until Sunday, on a trip to London. Aidan, please NPC my little gnome if necessary. Oh, yeah: welcome back HIV![/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 325] Author : Aidan Pryde Date : 03-10-04 01:23 AM As the group enters the room, Tani instantly begins cataaloging its contents, quickly coming to the conclusion that the furnishings would easily buy a decent sized house, were they to be liquidated. Obviously, this room was furnished using the resources availe to such a large guild, as it would likely cripple an individual merchant's business to purchase so much. Once the group has made itself comfortable at the smaller table, a task which proves surprisingly easy, as there are a variety of chairs provided so that a person of any reasonable stature could find a comfortable seat have been provided. A few glances are exchanged between the assembled members, apparently nominating Tani to play spokeswoman. That decided, the halfling woman lays out her proposal to the assembled council members, attempting to allay their concerns, while still garnering some support for the group. The merchants all listen carefully, paying attention to the halfling woman until she completes her speech. After she has finished, the merchants huddle together, discussing amongst themselves for what seems an interminible amount of time. Eventually, the council seems to come to a decision, as they lean back into their respective chairs, and allow Ms. Siannodel to speak, "While your proposal may seem fair, selling items at cost would be a breach of our own rules. We have, however, agreed upon a possible compromise. We are willing to grant you a small discount, of twenty percent, on items that you may need to complete the task. Also, at the request of the merchant Jonathan, we realize that you may not have the means to purchase everything you need outright, therefore, we will allow you to purchase items at half price, with the remainder to be deducted from your reward when you return. However, if you fail, we would expect you to pay the remaining balance on items purchased, or return the items if they haven't been used." Pausing for a moment to take a sip from a glass near her, the elven merchant smiles briefly at the group before continuing, "As for how you should prove that the task has been completed, we will leave the exact details to you. Our only suggestions would be that you could, perhaps, provide us with directions to the creatures' encampment, so we can send a scout to verify. Or, return any goods found to the coucil, and we should be able to discern if they are, indeed, items lost to these raids. If you have any other suggestions on that matter, we would be quite willing to listen." She again pauses, this time to allow the assembled companions to discuss the proposal amongst themselves, and offer up any further counter-proposals. [color=silver]----------------------- crazysamaritan: Sent you a PM, feel free to PM me back if you have any questions, or leave them in the setup thread :). escher: Well, I'm pretty sure I told you that you could have the scroll finished early, given the miniscule cost, but since everyone seems to have gone on with you still being at the inn, I'll let that stand. Aka: You probably won't read this before you're back, but if you do, don't worry about this too much, I'll take care of Tani where necessary. And good luck on the surgery, I'll look forward to your return after, but don't push yourself too much :). Also, Mr.Waesel is correct on the bonus for a hedgehog. Otherwise it grants the standard familiar bonuses like Alertness and such. Israfel: Will do, though with both you and Aka gone for the rest of the week, I'll probably just let the others add their own comments to the discussion, and leave the final council decision until after you're back.[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 326] Author : Mr.Waesel Date : 03-10-04 03:31 AM [color=green]"Daft woman! What makes her think these things even have an encampment? City people..."[/color] Eberk shakes his head in disbelief. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 327] Author : Copper Griffin Date : 03-12-04 01:01 PM Ranger's mind clouds over as talk of percentages and discounts fly right over his head. He casts a glance at Tani to judge whether the elvish woman's offer is acceptable or not. This chair sure is comfy. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 328] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 03-12-04 07:18 PM [color=silver]Aidan: I’m back, though I’m still on pain meds, so if I say something that doesn’t make sense, or worse, miss something, just gently steer me back in the right direction. Thanks![/color] Tani shakes her head, letting the rest of the group know that the merchants are being more than fair. [color=blue]”Thank you very much. It will definitely help us in getting rid of these creatures. I can’t promise you their encampment though, because we don’t know whether they even have one or not. It could be that these creatures are simply moving in. If we do come across a main gathering place for these goblinoids, we will make sure to give you the directions to get back there.”[/color] She leans in towards her friends, saying quietly, [color=blue]”It is a fair deal and likely the best we will get. Does anyone have anything they want to add before we finish getting our gear together?”[/color] She looks from one face to another, noting that most of them are of the smaller races. Yondalla has a sense of humor. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 329] Author : Copper Griffin Date : 03-13-04 07:37 PM Snapping back to the here and now Ranger blinks at Tani and says, "uh, nope. That sounds fine. I guess." His eyes roam over the merchants and he wonders if he'll need to sign anything. He hopes not because it's been a long time since he's written anything and doesn't want to embarrass himself. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 330] Author : Copper Griffin Date : 03-13-04 07:37 PM double post. :banghead: -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 331] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 03-13-04 08:08 PM Tani looks at Djorviann and Eberk. [color=blue]"What about you guys? Can you think of anything I've missed?"[/color] Her hand continues to absentmindedly scratch Ruby under the chin. The hedgehog continues to sleepily gaze at the merchants, tongue poking out between her lips. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 332] Author : Mr.Waesel Date : 03-14-04 11:31 AM [color=green]"As long as tah forest is cleared of tah shadowy goblins, it's all fine with me."[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 333] Author : Israfel666 Date : 03-14-04 12:54 PM Title : Djorviann [color=teal]"Yes, there's one more one thing, I believe"[/color] Djorviann blurts out before he is able to stop [color=teal]"I mean... well, uh..."[/color] he almost resists saying what he thinks, but then he fails to contain his outrage. [color=teal]No, this is too much to let it pass[/color] he thinks. Resoluted in his choice, he jumps up from his chair, and begins to cry out: [color=teal]"Do you really value our lives so little?! When I liven in Dwelvenpass, our druids would sell their very clothes to buy components for potions, if that were what kept our village's defenders from dying from their wounds! Now you say you'd rather let us go to this carnage without the extra protections you could lend us than break your foolish rules! What is it that runs in you human "merchants"' veins, blood or gold? What will you say to your gods, if you have one, when in the afterlife you'll meet the souls of those you could have saved? That you were following your rules? And you, mistress elf, most of all! I know your gods, and one of them, fairest of all, is the one I raise my prayers to; do you know the hymn to the Winged Mother: aeldrea nim alistessëa / Aerdrie mea mimmali / shelinetin vae normendor, lady Siannodel? Do you remember what it means? As ever-protecting to me / as Aerdrie is a mother / my brethrens' life I will defend, it means. Do you think you can still consider yourself one of the People, you who defend money, not lives, with all your strength?"[/color] His raging words starkly contrast with his tiny frame, but the burning in his eyes seems to consume him from within; with a screech, Ruby curls up in Tani's lap at the gnome's fiery speech. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 334] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 03-14-04 01:50 PM Title : Tantris Komidar [color=silver]Israfel666: you should roll a Diplomacy check. ;) [/color] Tani nods at Djorviann's words, though she isn't quite sure she feels as strongly as he does about the situation. She's used to the way of the merchant and the motto 'nothing in life is free.' Ruby, however, hisses loudly, complaining at the emotion behind his outburst and ducks her head back down in her mistress's lap. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 335] Author : Copper Griffin Date : 03-14-04 01:55 PM Ranger has a pouch full of coin and has always preferred to rely upon himself. Still he can't help but be both shocked and moved by Djroviann's outburst. "He has a point," he mutters to himself. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 336] Author : Israfel666 Date : 03-14-04 02:31 PM [color=gray]Or perhaps an Intimidate check? Well, it doesn't matter, since Djorviann's untrained in both anyway... Charisma check = 11 (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=Djorviannsilventhar#95200).[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 337] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 03-15-04 09:46 AM Tani looks at the merchants, especially Master Merchant Siannodel, to see how they are reacting to Djorviann's words. Sense Motive = {8} (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=Tani#95264) [color=silver]Dice roller hates me today[/color] :( -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 338] Author : Aidan Pryde Date : 03-22-04 04:16 PM The merchants nod when Tani mentions that the goblinoid creatures may not have a base of operations to be located, and Aeryn speaks for the rest when she says, "Yes, we understand that they may not have a camp. That was merely a suggestion for one way to give us proof. Realistically, you will need to judge for yourselves as to what sufficient proof will be, as we are far from experts in that area. We only intend to verify whatever proof you bring back, and, assuming it is reliable, then we will grant you your reward." With discussions apparently coming to a close, the, otherwise quiet, halfling on the council begins writing on a new sheet of parchment, looking up occasionally to make sure he isn't missing anything. As he is putting the finishing touches on this sheet, Djorviann blurts out, and manages to compose himself enough to deliver a heartfelt speech. The merchants, other than Aeryn Siannodel, appear nonplussed by the words, but their true reaction is much harder to read, with even Tani failing to get a good sense of what they think of the gnome's words. Mistress Siannodel smiles wanly at the small bard, obviously a bit hurt by the sentiment, but she has apparently heard the same, or similar, before, as she quickly recovers, responding, "You speak well master Djorviann, but it is obvious that you are not from the city, and things here are not so simple as they are in a small village. It is not that we don't want to help, or save lives. But we have to protect our own existence as well. If we were to do as you propose, many adventurers would soon be asking us for support, some with noble intent to be sure. But the ones who would seek to defraud us are the concern. They would soon drain even our coffers, and then we wouldn't be able to help anyone at all. So we prefer to err on the side of caution. It may seem that we are heartless, but in our position, there is little other choice available. I hope that you will take that into consideration, and not begrudge us our methods." She then turns to the scribe, nodding as he hands her the sheet of parchement he was working on, glancing over it, she then picks up a feather pen and dips it into the nearby inkwell, adding her signature to the end of the document. After which, the other merchats present follow suit, until the document is finally handed back to her. She then continues, "Regardless, I believe we have reached an agreement acceptable to both our parties. This paper will give you the discounts we discussed at all the shops in this district. Please be aware that it will hold no weight in the open market in the lower city district, as that is an unregulated area. If there's nothing else, then let me wish you well, and we should all get back to our tasks. Thank you for your patience in this matter." She then stands by as the other merchants file out through a side door, waiting until they have all left to present the sheet of parchment to Tani. She smiles and finishes, "Good luck and good hunting. I'll have someone sent in to lead you out in a moment," before making her own way to the exit, leaving the group to discuss for a few minutes in peace. Meanwhile... Back at the Carriage Inn, Mictian has just finished up his scroll, and is heading down to the common room to get himself a snack, when he bumps into another halfling. A bit mortified, he begins to apologize. Looking up to see just who he ran into while deep in thought, he is surprised to be looking directly into Perry's face. [color=silver]----------------------- Sorry this has taken me so long to update. Hopefully this should let us get back on track and get on to something a bit different than dealing with merchants :). Also, welcome back to HIV (now crazysamaritan), you can feel free to start posting whenever you'd like now.[/color] [color=blue]----------------------- RP experience from lunch through merchants Tani = 500xp, total 7550 Perry = 0xp, total 4500 Mictian = 250xp, total 6550 Ranger = 250xp, total 6550 Eberk = 400xp, total 5300 Djorviann = 500xp, total 5650[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 339] Author : Copper Griffin Date : 03-22-04 06:47 PM With the merchants gone Ranger rises from his chair and says, "that went well. I think." "Let's hammer out for sure what we need and then pick them up on the way back to the Carriage Inn," he says, "Mict and Perry probably think we left without them." -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 340] Author : Mr.Waesel Date : 03-23-04 04:12 AM [color=green]"It will be good tah get back to tah forest agin. Cities just aren't tah same."[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 341] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 03-23-04 11:26 AM Title : Tantris Komidar [color=silver]Aidan: Ooohhh, XP!!! :bow: Griffin: Perry left the group awhile back. Tani told Ranger about it the first time they were crossing the courtyard of the Carriage Inn. ;) [/color] Tani nods sagely at Master Merchant Siannodel’s wise words. She’s sure they can bring back proof of some kind, though the main proof will simply be in the safety of those traveling through the forest again. She also nods as the elven lady tries to explain the harsh ways of the city to Djorviann, who seems disturbed by her words, or sad perhaps. The halfling gladly accepts the sheet of parchment from Mistress Siannodel’s fair hand. [color=blue]“Thank you,”[/color] is all she’s able to get out before the woman hurries off. Tani doesn’t think much of it, knowing that a merchant’s time is often not his or her own. And we were quite the unexpected distraction. She doesn’t wait long before someone leads them back down the various hallways, through the throngs of people, and out the door. She agrees with Ranger. [color=blue]”I think you’re right, we should head back to the Carriage Inn, make a list of what we might need, and then go shopping."[/color] With that said, she turns to make her way back through the streets of Bri Ili, looking forward to eating a snack once they return. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 342] Author : Copper Griffin Date : 03-23-04 11:33 AM [color=silver](Um, Vash. If you take the time to read Aiden's update, you might notice that Mictian just ran into Perry on the stairs of the Carriage Inn. So there.)[/color] "Okay then," Ranger says, "let's get going." -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 343] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 03-23-04 11:53 AM [color=silver]Griffin: Yes, which is why Mictian is so surprised.[/color] :P -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 344] Author : Copper Griffin Date : 03-23-04 12:12 PM [color=silver](Oh yeah. That makes sense. Well, Ranger will just have to fall back on the tried and true defense used by men everywhere in this situation...)[/color] "Huh? You didn't tell me Perry left. When did you say that? Are you sure? Maybe you just thought about telling me but didn't. I'm sure I'd remember something like that. Here, have some jewelry." -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 345] Author : crazysamaritan Date : 03-23-04 07:57 PM A scroll you have, I see Quite colorful truly. More color if you prefer, You’ll find on skin with no fur Two questions I pose to you And please, answer them true My friend your cousin Tani, I ask “Where might she be?” My second reserved of thee, Your mouth would normally be, Open and spouting of words, But not today, I see. Peregrin winks at Mictian as he pats him on the chest and back in a hug (SlightOfHand = 23 (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=HIV_Peregrin#96729)) And starts looking to see for a title on the scroll Mictian had. (Hand check = 23 (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=HIV_Peregrin#96730)) No title I see, what spell it be? -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 346] Author : Israfel666 Date : 03-24-04 11:06 AM "Huh? You didn't tell me Perry left. When did you say that? Are you sure? Maybe you just thought about telling me but didn't. I'm sure I'd remember something like that. Here, have some jewelry." ;) [color=gray](Goin' to take this seriously IC, I am!)[/color] [color=teal]As if the depressing meeting with the merchants were not enough![/color], Djorviann thinks. He goes to his old friend Eberk's side and says [color=teal]"I must agree with you, master Eberk - the more time I spend in a town, the more I long for the wilds. Tasty food and soft beds are just no match for trees, starlight... [size=1]and wise talk[/size]."[/color] he adds the last words in a whisper, as he's obviously referring to Ranger. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 347] Author : escherblacksmith Date : 03-24-04 11:17 AM Title : Mictian Quickly checking his belongings, he looks at Perry with a casual scrutiny . . . spot = 15 (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=mictian#96843) "[color=indigo]Well, well, where have you been off to? Hmmm, I had wondered why it has been so quiet of late . . . back to rhyming I see, you know we just had a fellow who might be joining us that rhymes a bit too, nearly as well as yourself, not that I would necessarily be a judge of this, well, language to be sure, but I of course am above such constructs of alliteration and poetry that you seem to converse in, not that there is anything inherently wrong with it, indeed it is quite useful to have someone with a rampant tongue along for entertainment purposes, which is of course a bad thing if allowed to go to far, I would certainly hate to be someone stuck in a long drawn out verbal morass, without it at least being entertaining . . . say your not trying to find the marble are you? I think Tani has it, they should be back soon . . . now then where have you been?[/color]" -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 348] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 03-24-04 11:41 AM Title : Tantris Komidar Tani and the others make their way back to the Carriage Inn. [color=blue]"I'm glad we're going back. I'm hungry,"[/color] says the bubbly halfling. [color=blue]"I think Ruby is too."[/color] A slight hissing comes from her bag as the hedgehog tries to deny such an accusation. The familiar's tummy is still bulging from earlier. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 349] Author : Copper Griffin Date : 03-24-04 12:56 PM ooc... here's Ranger's shopping list.... Mithral Chainshirt... cost 1100gp - 20% = 880gp, pd half now 440gp (or 44pp) Cure Light Wounds Potions, 10... cost 500gp - 20% = 400gp (40pp) Cure Mod wounds potions, 5... cost 750gp - 20% = 600gp (60pp) MW Potion belt (from the FRCS, if that's okay. Holds up to 10 potions which can be drawn as a free action.).... cost 60gp - 20% = 48gp Mighty Composite Longbow, +2 str.... not sure cost Lt Warhorse with bridle and saddle etc.. not sure cost Quiver and extra arrows and other basic supplies which I'll figure out tonight when I have my books handy. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 350] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 03-24-04 12:58 PM [color=silver]Griffin: The mundane things, such as your arrows, are supplied by the guard. ;) [/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 351] Author : crazysamaritan Date : 03-24-04 03:47 PM Title : Mictian spell that Perry still has in his hands :mymy: "A translator spell I hope, For that's the only way to cope." He goes back to messing with the scroll as ignorantly as possible. "Marble? Oh, no, With Tani, I let it go. Tried to take it in the street, but my disguise she'd've beat." -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 352] Author : Mr.Waesel Date : 03-25-04 05:14 AM [color=green]"Right you are, Djorviann! I suggest we get packing with the early light, giving us a full day's worth of time tah investigate tah forest." And as much time in tah forest as possible...[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 353] Author : crazysamaritan Date : 03-30-04 12:26 PM Title : Tani [color=blue]"When Tani's back, You know that fact?"[/color] [color=silver] shameless :bump: [/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 354] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 03-30-04 12:44 PM Title : Tantris Komidar Tani and the others arrive at the Carriage Inn, entering it with nothing more than their upcoming travels in mind. She stops dead in her tracks at the sight of Perry talking to her cousin Mictian. [color=blue][size=3]”PERRY!”[/color][/size] She runs over and gives him an impetuous hug, making sure to keep track of where his hands are, knowing this would be the perfect opportunity to snatch the red marble from her. She gives him a friendly peek on the cheek, beaming at him as she pulls back and draws Ruby out of her travel bag. The hedgehog allows herself to be put on display, tongue sticking out slightly from between her lips. [color=blue]”She’s wonderful! Thank you so much.”[/color] [color=silver]In case you are unaware, Perry left Ruby as a present for Tani and she was quick to take advantage of the situation to bond with a familiar of her very own.[/color] [color=blue]”Is your business taken care of? Are you going to come with us to eliminate the threat to travelers in the forest?”[/color] The halfling overflows with questions while leading him toward the dining room. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 355] Author : crazysamaritan Date : 03-31-04 07:35 AM Title : Tani hugs Perry [color=silver]Page 7. I said I read your posts. And the only reason I don't write that long is I need to use Word to do that.[/color] Perry takes advantage of Tani's enthusiasm, and hides Mictian's scroll (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=HIV_Peregrin#97878) while she's distracted. Of course her reflexes are good, and he doesn't hide it all that well. Perry strokes the top of Ruby's head as he responds, "'Tween teeth and spike my choice was, The ball over tail, I had cause. Much more silent is this one. Spells, and scrolls, and potions, too, One for Mic and one for you. blind and burn, they'll have no fun. For the trouble, one request, Pu.." Perry has glitched up and seems to be trying to figure out what to say. After a few facial conturtions, he seems to give up and start again. "Daggers, need more, and a place to store. Small and light, but more's a blight." He ends annoyed, as he does whenever he loses out on a rhyme. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 356] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 04-07-04 11:21 AM Title : Tantris Komidar [color=silver]Crazy: Sorry for not posting quicker. I can’t seem to shake this stupid headache. :( Aidan: I wasn’t sure what type of bonus would apply, so I simply rolled Tani’s regular Spot check to catch Perry hiding a scroll on her person. She’s thinking he’ll be after the red marble & is ready for his attempt to snatch it.[/color] Tani decides to try her hand at a rhyme, thinking she’s got a good one. [color=blue] “My lungs taste the air of Time Blown past falling sands...”[/color] Spot = {19} (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=Tantris#99210 http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=Tantris#99210)...something brushes along her inner pocket and she’s sure Perry is trying to steal the red marble, except something feels off, strange somehow. Her perceptions are keen enough that she can feel the difference in weight on that side of her. She acts like everything is normal, not saying a word about what just occurred. She knows she still has the marble, so whatever Perry is up to, she’ll wait until she’s alone to check out what he’s given her. If it’s something secret, she wouldn’t want to act like some fumbling apprentice by pulling the item out and asking him about it in front of everyone. Instead she giggles over Perry’s apparent loss at how to finish his rhyme, nodding her head in agreement. [color=blue] “We can pick up a few more daggers.”[/color] Ruby seems aware she’s being stared at and peers at the halfling, her tongue lazily poking out between her teeth. She gives a yawn, jaws open wide to reveal sharp teeth and a very pink tongue, as if to say the entire proceedings bore her. [color=silver]I just realized I haven’t made a list of mundane items Tani needs to pick up from the quartermaster. I will turn that in soon![/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 357] Author : crazysamaritan Date : 04-07-04 12:04 PM Title : Faerie Fire "Hmm, no rhyme you said, a scroll of fire, making red, the pesky shadows, annoyed me, But when we burn them, we shall see." Perry's face looks grim, as they sit down at the dining room table. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 358] Author : Copper Griffin Date : 04-07-04 08:37 PM Ranger spends some time alone going over his gear. He carefully arranges his new stuff so that it's accessible but not in the way. It's also a nice form of meditation for the man and he gets himself ready for the dangers and trials to come. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 359] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 04-09-04 11:59 AM Title : Tantris Komidar Tani manages to eat another full meal, though where she puts it or how she retains her womanly figure is beyond anyone else's comprehension. Ruby firmly clamps her mouth shut against any further feedings, tummy still bulging from all the food she'd consumed earlier. [color=blue]"One more night in Bri Ili. Shall we leave before first light or just after?"[/color] She has little problem with either choice, seemingly more concerned with putting the right amount of cheese on her slab of bread. [color=silver]Griffin: Didn't you give the quartermaster a list?[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 360] Author : Copper Griffin Date : 04-09-04 12:23 PM [color=silver](I did up a rough draft of what I thought would be needed. We can just turn that in and hang our hopes on me thinking of everything. It's your guys funeral.)[/color] "Just after first light will be fine. I imagine we'll be in the woods before mid afternoon which is just fine," Ranger says. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 361] Author : Israfel666 Date : 04-09-04 05:34 PM [color=gray](Hmmm, it's a lot of time since I last posted...)[/color] Djorviann warmly greets Perry - he has never met him, but is instantly entranced by his rhyming way of speaking. Totally forgetful of the dinner on the table - but not of the wine - he begins to recitate a few gnomish poems and riddles to him ([color=teal]"And this is one of my favourites! 'The human followed the white rabbit down the hole...'"[/color]) without probably even realizing that he's boring his dinner companions to death and preventing them from discussing more practical stuff. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 362] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 04-13-04 10:55 AM Title : Tantris Komidar Tani pulls out a sheet of paper and her inkpen. [color=blue] “Okay, what was it again you said we needed Ranger?”[/color] She knows he made a list earlier and she fully plans to go over it and add anything she deems is necessary. [color=blue] “If anyone else thinks of something he missed, just call out & I’ll write it down. Remember, the group funds only has a couple of gold pieces and three silver pieces to it.”[/color] She takes a peek at the paper Perry slipped her earlier while she was pulling out her pen and paper. It's a spell. [color=silver]Aidan: Would Tani recognize her cousin's handwriting & know it's his scroll? [color=silver]Ranger's shopping list: -Mithral Chainshirt... cost 1100gp - 20% = 880gp, pd half now 440gp (or 44pp) -Cure Light Wounds Potions, 10... cost 500gp - 20% = 400gp (40pp) -Cure Mod wounds potions, 5... cost 750gp - 20% = 600gp (60pp) -MW Potion belt (from the FRCS, if that's okay. Holds up to 10 potions which can be drawn as a free action.).... cost 60gp - 20% = 48gp -Mighty Composite Longbow, +2 str.... not sure cost -Lt Warhorse with bridle and saddle etc.. not sure cost -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 363] Author : crazysamaritan Date : 04-13-04 08:08 PM Title : shopping Perry, not one to mind causing disruptions, eagerly responds to Djorviann's stories. Not to be out-spoken, Perry not only comments on the gnome's tales, ([color=blue]"So a pretty young girl fell into a world, where crazies named justice for her crime, and through all the land, she was only in search, of a rabbit who ran out of time?"[/color]) but shared a few of his own. (Taking advantage of an oppourtunity to show off) [color=blue]"And here is another good poem, A song we sing, Of the days of Spring, May we have our fun, When the works been done. Yes, we would have fun, For the good we’ve done. Hey-ho, a merry-old-de-day. Hi and how art you today? In the springtime morn, We laugh away the cold forlorn. Yes, the sun is shining, and the clouds seem gay, The birds are singing, and the kids at play, May we have a merry-airy, good-ole day. Sing a song of love, To old friends up above May they know our cheer, And mind us n’ting is to fear! Yes, we share our cheer, So show the world our lack of fear! Hey-ho, a merry-old-de-day. Hi and how art you today? In the springtime morn, We laugh away the cold forlorn. Yes, the sun is shining, and the clouds seem gay, The birds are singing, and the kids at play, May we have a merry-airy, good-ole day. Sing for your Mama, Sing for your Papa, Sing, and let Oerth know Love. Loo-ve, from down below to UP, A, BOVE!"[/color] [color=silver]Perform = 9 (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=HIV_Peregrin#100273) Also, in case it wasn't clear earlier, Perry was asking about daggers, but complaining that he can't carry them all. I reduced the number of daggers to reduce his encumberance. With only a mild STR of 10, he simply can't carry around that many daggers. We could use Faithful, Sangan, or another beast of burden, but for the most part, there just isn't a way for Peregrin to have much more than he already does without him becomeing stronger. :( That's what I get for making a weak midget. ;) :shrug: ) [/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 364] Author : Mr.Waesel Date : 04-14-04 04:07 AM . -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 365] Author : Mr.Waesel Date : 04-14-04 04:08 AM [color=silver]Cure Medium wounds potions are twice as cost-effective as Cure Light wounds potions. :)[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 366] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 04-14-04 11:12 AM Title : Tantris Komidar [color=silver]I’m in complete agreement over having a short, weak PC. Ah well, adds to the role play factor. Although, why is a low score always supposed to be met with the opportunity for role play & not the other way around? Personally, I would someday like the chance to role play an uber-PC whose lowest score at level one is a 16!:drool: Mr. Weasel: I have found it absolutely rare to ever get more than 6 pts. from a CMW potion. Honestly, the CLW seems to give me more for my buck. Even if I drink two of them, I’m still 200gp ahead and end up with the same amount of hp cured. ;) [/color] Tani claps in delight, enjoying both Djorviann’s stories and Perry’s poems. After they’re finished, she looks back down at the paper before her, wondering what she will need to purchase in order to help with the fight against the goblins. I probably should get a stronger weapon, but it might be best to see if I can get a couple of wands. One of lesser healing since we always seem to be injured, and perhaps one of energy missiles. [color=silver]CLW and Magic Missile[/color] I wish I could think of some way to negate that damn ‘blur’ thing of theirs! She taps her finger against the paper, tap, tap, tap; keeping a regular tempo while trying to work out the problem in her head. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 367] Author : Aidan Pryde Date : 04-14-04 05:05 PM [color=silver]Sorry I've been so horrible about getting to this update. I'll try to keep up better than this in the future. I'm going to just put comments and answers in this post, and I'll make a second post with the actual update, since this will probably be fairly long. Anyways, I should point out that you guys already gave your list to the quartermaster, so that's already taken care of. And on the potions thing, CLW is vastly more cost effective than CMW, since you can buy 6 CLW for the same amount as a single CMW, which means you get 6d8+6 healing instead of 2d8+3. Of course, it takes 6 times as long to use the CLW's, so they aren't as effective during a battle. Also, for shopping, just let me know what you're looking for, mostly, just keep track of how much you're planning on spending. I'm pretty sure that if you've split everything up evenly, you should each have in the neighborhood of 550gp each. Atleast, that's for the ones that were part of the original group, since Djorviann and Eberk started with dtheir own money and have presumably already spent much of theirs on their starting equipment. Griffin: A Mighty Composite Longbow with +2 str allowed is 300gp base price. Also, I'm fine with the potion belt from the FRCS. A light warhorse costs 150gp, bit & bridle is 2gp, a military saddle is 20gp, a normal riding saddle is 10gp and a pack saddle is 5gp, but the horse itself won't be available in the area of the city where you'll get a discount, so you'll have to pay full price for it. Akavasha: You got the spot check vs the sleight of hand right, so Tani would notice the scroll being hidden on her. Also, I'd imagine that she'd recognize Mictian's handwriting, so she could identify the likely source of the scroll when she looks at it. I think that covers all the questions and such. If anyone sees anything I missed, just let me know.[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 368] Author : Aidan Pryde Date : 04-14-04 05:58 PM The meeting with the merchants' guild completed, the small group decides to meet back up with the others that opted to remain behind before heading back to check with the quartermaster and get in some shopping while stores are still open. Arriving back at the Carriage Inn, Ranger and Tani are greeted by the unxpected sight of Perry talking to Mictian. After a short reunion, Djorviann and Eberk are introduced, and Perry has a bit of fun sparring verbally with the small gnomish bard that has apparently become a part of the group, giving the remainder of the group a bit to chuckle about while they discuss plans. Once some priorities have been set, and a small snack has been consumed, the whole group heads out to collect the supplies requested from the military, it being decided that carrying everything will probably require more that a few hands. When the small band arrives at the barracks for the second time that day, they are again greeted by the gruff, scarred, grizzled old man, who makes no ceremony over pointing the group towards a haphazard pile of gear sitting in an open space on the ground near the supply depot. He merely grunts, "That's what we've got. Hope it's enough for ya." He then returns to his own business taking care of paperwork and ordering some of the pages to get back to their cleaning. Approaching the pile, it's fairly obvious that it was put together hurriedly, and there is little to no sorting done. It takes nearly half an hour of sifting and sorting to get the equipment into some semblance of order, ready to be divided up. Cataloging its contents reveals that some requests were ignored completely, while others were substituted and even others have far more than requested. In total, the pile contains: 3 Tents 9 Bedrolls 40 Arrows 25 Bolts 20 Waterskins 200' Hemp Rope 4 Sunrods 20 Torches 30 days rations 2 Scentbreaker 1 Healer's Kit 2 Tanglefoot Bags 3 Smokesticks 2 Thunderstones Weapon Repair materials 3 Sacks 5 Tindertwigs 2 Whetstones 1 Bucket 2 Iron Pots 1 Spade -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 369] Author : Copper Griffin Date : 04-14-04 06:04 PM Ranger lets out a whistle at the sight of all that gear. He then thanks the quartermaster and gets to work on sorting and loading. [color=silver](ooc.. posted an updated Ranger on pg 1. Bought new armor and potions and a plain old riding horse.)[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 370] Author : Mr.Waesel Date : 04-15-04 05:50 AM [color=green]"What do we need all that fer? We can find everything we need in tah forest with little trouble."[/color] Eberk continues to be amazed at city people. They aren't simply going to the forest, they're bringing half the city with them. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 371] Author : crazysamaritan Date : 04-15-04 08:11 AM Title : hehehe [color=silver](Umm, Recount the thunderstones. He's also trying to sneak off a tanglefoot bag, too) :blush: Thunderstone #1 = 30 (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=HIV_Peregrin#100579) Thunderstone #2 = 33 (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=HIV_Peregrin#100580) Tanglefoot bag = 33 (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=HIV_Peregrin#100582) stealing 2 tindertwigs = 24 (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=HIV_Peregrin#100586) (Aka: Actually, the role-play was dex and troublemaking. I just didn't think through the small fact of 'lots of daggers'='very heavy' :shrug: ) [/color] Perry sees the stuff, helps organize it, and then starts messing around with one of his daggers and his hat. juggleing, and throwing the dagger at the hat (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=HIV_Peregrin#100587). When Djorviann complains about "us city folk", Perry gives him a look, :looloo: , and continues his fun. [color=blue]"Ho hum, diddly-dum, bunch of stuff, none to play, how next will we waste the day. De-da-de, diddly-de dede. Zeenah-nee, Bree Ili, buncha stuff tah see. What next, whattal it be? Here we are in Bree Ili.[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 372] Author : escherblacksmith Date : 04-15-04 09:23 AM [color=silver]OOC ya know thunderstones are pretty heavy . . . [/color] Gazing back at Eberk, "[color=indigo]Well, you know, there are many things that could be found in the forest, but generally good steel and iron aren't to be found, at least not in the correct sizes and shapes to deal with ne'erdowells and the various evildoers we will probably have to contend with. Although I have heard it said that there are woodfolk who can use simply the wood and flint or stone to make ample weaponary. Granted, they have made their life doing this sort of thing, so I wouldn't expect us to get much into it, although Ranger I suspect is the sort who would get involved at a moments notice and could probably make due with a couple twigs and a good oak leaf. There was one time in fact, lately, when I was considering those very items for a spell . . . oh, are those sunrods?[/color]" Mictian picks up a sunrod, and several days of rations to add to Sargon's baggage and 4 bolts to fill his quiver. "[color=indigo]There may be some other space on my trusty steed, if all that we need cannot be carried.[/color]" -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 373] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 04-15-04 11:11 AM Title : Tantris Komidar [color=silver]Aidan: The pace actually worked for me. Welcome back! And we gave our list to the QM already? Oh, yes, we did. whistles innocently to self [/color] Tani reaches over and hands Mictian his scroll back. [color=blue] “Oh, by the way, you dropped this. You really should be more careful you know,”[/color] she gently admonishes her cousin. Bluff = {28} ( http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=Tantris#100606) [color=silver]OMG! What a waste of a perfect 20![/color] She gathers up her things, setting Ruby around her shoulders where the hedgehog is able to view everything from her perch. She licks Tani’s earlobe, causing the halfling to burst out into giggles on her way out the door. [color=blue] “So, one more night in the city before we head back into the forest. Does anyone have anything interesting planned for tonight?”[/color] She chats about this and that on their way to the Quartermaster’s. She gives the grizzled old man a friendly grin and wave, as if they were old friends. The halfling skips along, then pauses, her face lighting with excitement at the pile of goods the old man points to. All for us!?! A sort of breathless excitement clutches her breast, reminding her to breathe. She rushes over, helping sort through the pile, chatting all the while. [color=blue] “Ooh, weapon repair stuff, I wouldn’t have thought of that. And look at all this rope. Who do they think we’re going to need to tie up, a Stone Giant?”[/color] She grins at the bolts, thankful to see them included in the pile, though she could wish there were more. She finally stands up, hands on hips as she surveys the various piles of goods. [color=blue] “You know, I think we’re going to need a mule for all this stuff. What do you guys think?”[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 374] Author : crazysamaritan Date : 04-16-04 10:03 AM Title : heavy [color=silver](OOC: :p I know. If you can convince Perry to give up kleptomania, ALL of our lives will be easier. :( )[/color] [color=blue]"mule or two, red or blue, old or new, what should we do? Loo-da-loo, the load is great, would it make shadow bait? Doo-de doo dee-do."[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 375] Author : Copper Griffin Date : 04-16-04 12:17 PM Ranger glances at Perry and gives a beseeching look to the heavens. "A brown or grey mule will do fine. We should get two in case one goes lame, or is killed." He then checks how much coin he has and asks, "is there a breeder around these parts? And how much will a pair of mules cost us?" -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 376] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 04-16-04 01:00 PM Title : Tantris Komidar Tani shakes her head, pressing her lips together and refusing to give in to the giggles. Now if only Geral were here it would be just like old times. [color=blue]"We can probably get two mules completely outfitted for just under 30 gold,"[/color] she tells Ranger. [color=silver]Aidan: I think we're all pretty much ready to move on. Can we simply pay out for supplies, say we've partied the night away, slept, and its just before first light?[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 377] Author : Aidan Pryde Date : 04-17-04 01:24 AM [color=silver](Aka: That's basically what I was planning on doing :). I just wanted to let everyone have a chance to give some input before doing that, just in case anyone had something they particularly wanted done. That said...)[/color] The quartermaster looks up briefly at Ranger's query, muttering to himself a moment before replying, "We're not in the business of selling pack animals here. You might try one of the stables near the outskirts of the city. Just make sure you get all that stuff moved before dusk, we can't be storing it there forever." His reply completed, the gruff man returns to his own tasks while the group finishes splitting up the gear provided. Once everything is packed up and ready to go, the intrepid band heads back towards the Carriage Inn, taking care of the last bits of shopping along the way. They finally arrive at their destination as the sun is dipping low on the western horizon. The streets becoming decidely less crowded as most people head towards their own homes for a good meal and some rest. Upon their arrival, the group finds that they are just in time for the last of the evening meal, a hearty portion of a beef stew and some hard bread and cheese. Washing everything down with a mug of decent ale helps to take the edge off the amount of work done today, and the anticipation of the task that lies before them. Each person spends te remainder of the night in their own way, mostly talking about what's already happened, and what the plans for the next day are. As the night wears on, and the conversations die down, each heads up to the rooms provided, ready to get a night of sleep in a real bed before heading back out into the wilderness. Awakening at first light, the group assembles in the common room of the inn, ready to head off to whatever may lie before them. They find that a small breakfast has been prepared, allowing them a little time to finalize their plans while they eat. [color=silver](If anyone has anything unusual that they wanted to buy, let me know and I'll give you availability. Go ahead and assume you can find anything from the PHB in town for the listed price, and don't forget your discount. The only things you won't be able to get the discount on are animals. Also, if you're intending on buying mules to carry everything just make sure you let me know and put it on one of the character sheets, doesn't really matter which one.)[/color] [color=blue]At this point, I need you to let me know where exactly you're intending on going, and I need a marching order and watch schedule worked out. You can RP this, or just tell me, whichever you'd prefer.[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 378] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 04-19-04 02:34 PM Title : Tantris Komidar [color=silver]Well, I was going to try to purchase a few potions of True Seeing, which would negate the blur effect from the goblinoids, but alas, the cost was quite shocking, and out of our price range. :eek: Aidan: For Dust of Tracelessness, do you only allow for a one-time use or for multiple uses? It says a pinch & I’d assume there would be quite a few pinches in a small pouch, but I thought I’d better ask. And I never did find out how much Tani received for delivering the sword. I need it to pay for the mules. :blush: [/color] Tani promises to be right back, grabbing one of the others and running down the street to a stables they’d passed earlier. She purchases 2 mules, complete with bit, bridle, 2 saddlebags, and saddle packs for each mule. She asks if they have names, ready to change them if she doesn’t like them. She hands over the money [color=silver]66gp??[/color] while the mules are quickly made ready to go. Once done, she and whoever came with her will lead them back to Ranger and the others, helping to load the gear onto the mules. [color=blue] “Group funds are now depleted,”[/color] she tells the others, laughter underscoring her words. ([color=silver] Animals are full price, but would the equipment to outfit the mules be full price or half price?[/color]) She spends the afternoon and evening equally between shopping and hanging out with her friends. She has a hard time deciding what would be best to purchase to help the group out. [color=orange]*Even a wand of light healing properties is out of our price range. Right now, the only thing I can think of is to get something that will help us cover our path & keep us hidden from those shifty goblins. I’m not very strong physically and my magic isn’t that strong for me to be of much use,*[/color] she thinks in frustration to Ruby, her hedgehog familiar. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 379] Author : Mr.Waesel Date : 04-19-04 03:16 PM [color=silver]Akavasha D'Morney: Potions can hold only spells of up to 3rd level. Besides, wouldn't it be more aesthetically pleasing to have it as an oil? Much easier on the eyes ;)[/color] As all this is going on, Eberk is pondering what spells to memorize for their trip into the forest... -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 380] Author : Copper Griffin Date : 04-19-04 04:08 PM [color=silver](I think a Dust of Tracelessness has 3 uses. Or 7.)[/color] Marching order: Djorviann (the gnome ranger right?) Ranger Tani Mules Perry Mictian Eberk Watch schedule: same as above. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 381] Author : crazysamaritan Date : 04-19-04 05:00 PM Title : Psst! Copper! [color=silver](OOC: Pssst! Tani and Mictian are arcane spellcasters! So is Djorvian (bard). They need extra sleep. They shouldn't be point or rear, but they need to be first or last watch. I was figuring on RP the two, but, then again, Perry doesn't care one way or the other. Strategicly, he might be best in the rear.[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 382] Author : Israfel666 Date : 04-20-04 08:54 AM [color=gray]As a note, I'm a ranger, but I'm an archer ranger. I don't think I should be at the point, where I'd only be drawing AoOs from goblins. For the watch turns, that's secondary - I have very few spells (Daze, Detect Magic, Light, and Message) so even should I not be able to refresh my slots for a day or two it wouldn't be a tragedy.[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 383] Author : escherblacksmith Date : 04-20-04 09:13 AM "[color=indigo] yes, my faithful steed and myself will be in the rear-ward echelon, ready for anything that may transpire. Or nearly anything, I mean we did do a good job on those . . . well, for lack of a better word, shadow-goblins. But then, we didn't exactly beat their clothing off, if you get the metaphor. Right, too bad on the true-seeing, that would have been a truly interesting spell, still, we will muddle through as best we can.[/color]" -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 384] Author : Copper Griffin Date : 04-20-04 09:55 AM [color=silver](ooc... :rolleyes: I just jotted down names as they came to me to get the game moving. Instead of complaining maybe offer up an alternative. I don't really care where you all stand or sleep. :rant: ;) )[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 385] Author : crazysamaritan Date : 04-20-04 10:29 AM Title : Tani's scroll Perry can't hold it in any more, and bursts out laughing. [color=blue]"Fire burns, and lets us see, a spell for Tani, what could it be?"[/color] With that, he reaches into his pack, and grabs the last scroll in there, and presents it to Tani. Before rolling away, laughing. [color=silver](OOC: it's been awhile, but Perry picked up two useful scrolls, a scroll of color spray, which is hidden on Mictian, and a scroll of faerie fire (http://www.wizards.com/d20/files/v35/SpellsF-G.rtf), which Tani now has.)[/color] Marching order: Ranger Eberk Tani Mules(and Geral, if he happens to return) Mictian Djorviann Perry Watch schedule: 10 shifts, 2hour long each Tani -0:00-2:00hour Djorviann -1:30-3:30hour Ranger -3:00-5:00hour Perry -4:30-6:30hour Eberk -6:00-8:00hour Mictian -7:30-9:30hour Everyone except Mictian and Djorvian, until the 10th and a half hour since watch began. This should probably occur just before dawn. So that the last half hour is the twilight period. Two hours is usually a bit long, but I hope it will be broken up by "changing of the guard" every half hour. [color=silver] :P U get what U ask 4[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 386] Author : Mr.Waesel Date : 04-20-04 10:46 AM [color=silver]I need at least 8 hours of continuous sleep to regain my spells.[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 387] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 04-20-04 01:21 PM Title : Tantris Komidar [color=silver]CrazyS: Thanks for pointing out the arcane spellcasting need for 8 hours sleep. Weasel: Does it need to be continuous? I can’t remember and am too lazy to take the time to look it up. ;) Tani is happy to ride her war pony in front of the mules, or wherever else she is needed. She has fairly good listen & spot ranks, so make use of that. Oh, except the dice roller hates me lately... never mind. [/color] Tani appears to have become a bit scatterbrained since receiving her new familiar Ruby. The two have only spent two days together, so the halfling is still caught up in the excitement of it all. She’s eager to get going, but at the same time can’t seem to concentrate on all the particulars as she normally would. She accepts the scroll from Perry, smiling somewhat at his mirth. She doesn’t understand what he thinks is so funny, but she can’t seem to help it and joins in. She unrolls the scroll, reading the title. [color=blue] “Unexpected as this may be, Still I am grateful, as you can see.”[/color] She laughs at the silly little rhyme. It does portray her sentiment, so it isn’t all bad. [color=blue] “This is exactly what I was looking for!”[/color] She is quick to tuck the scroll into her belt. That night she spends some time trying to figure out exactly which spells are on the scroll she has. She looks over each of the three spells. [color=silver]Can Tani Take 20 on the spellcraft check? She has the time. If so, the result = {23}; if not, I’ll roll.[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 388] Author : crazysamaritan Date : 04-20-04 02:19 PM Title : sleep :teach: [color=silver] Arcane Spellcasters require 8 hours of sleep before they are able to cast spells. This applies to spontaneus casters as well as prepared casters. If, for any reason, their sleep is interrupted, they must have an extra hour to make up for it. (i.e. sleep 4hrs, watch for hour, sleep 5 hrs) After that, some classes must spend some time in meditation, usually a hour, studying the spellbook or strumming their lute. Divine Spellcasters choose a time of day during which they pray for spells. Good gods/clerics generally choose dawn or noon as when they pray, while evil generally selects dusk and midnight. They do not require rest for the purpose of spellcasting.[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 389] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 04-26-04 07:16 PM Title : Tantris Komidar The next morning Tani wakes up early, her time sense warning her that it is an hour or so from dawn. She follows her normal morning routine, cleaning up and now grooming Ruby as well as herself. She makes sure everything is packed up nice and tight, like any typical merchant. It takes her two trips to carry everything down and soon she's seated in the dining room eating the last warm meal she's going to eat for awhile. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 390] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 04-29-04 01:09 PM Title : Friendly bump Just a friendly :bump: after your headache clears up ;) -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 391] Author : crazysamaritan Date : 05-03-04 10:01 AM Title : bump! [color=blue]"Froody-doo, moody-loo, Common gang, whatcha do? Estabe, gonna see, what'll we, do todee? mooda-shue, youda-loo, boinga-bouinga, boodee-boo!"[/color] He goes on like that for awhile... people start to stare... They're making faces... :D -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 392] Author : Copper Griffin Date : 05-03-04 10:25 AM Ranger watches Tani making two trips to bring all her things down. Leaning over he says to Perry, "just like a woman to pack too much." Grinning to himself he sits back and finishes his honey bread. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 393] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 05-04-04 01:45 PM Title : Tantris Komidar [color=silver]Aidan: I’ve marked 5gp off my equipment list. I’d like to add a few gifts to the stuff Tani bought last night. These are gifts for our host, Lania, and Morgan. Thanks! [/color] Tani grins good-naturedly at Ranger, letting the final pack thump down on the floor next to her chair. [color=blue] “I guess I won’t comment about people who are big enough to help me carry it in one trip but have other things to do with all those big, strong muscles.”[/color] Her eyes twinkle with mischief and she wastes little time in piling her plate full of food. [color=blue] “Is that all you’re having?”[/color] She shakes her head at the small piece of honey bread being eaten by the ranger. Once she and Ruby have made quite a dent into morning breakfast, the halfling pauses long enough to pull out several small packages from the pack on the floor next to her. She tries unsuccessfully to keep a grin from her face as she waits for each particular person to wander through. The first one she sees is Lania and trying to get by without making a big fuss, she hands her a slender pouch. Inside the pouch is a beautifully grained wooden comb, seashells lightly carved along the spine of the comb. For Morgan, a fist sized box with a clever opening mechanism, similar to a puzzle box. It’s a place for him to put his treasures into for safekeeping. For their aunt and uncle, who have generously opened their inn to Tani and the rest of the group, she gifts them with a flowering vine. It is a beautiful climbing red rose, ready to be planted and set to climbing one of the arbors in the garden. She bought it from one of the elves in the elven quarter, amazed at the beauty of the flowers the woman grew. The elven woman claims the blooms will smell quite fragrant and is highly valued by alchemists in making rose perfume. Tani couldn't resist, knowing the flowering roses can only enhance the already charming quality of the Carraige Inn. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 394] Author : Mr.Waesel Date : 05-06-04 05:24 AM Eberk sits outisde, enjoying the lovely morning sun and listening to bird calls, waiting for everyone to come out. He has packed his posessions already. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 395] Author : escherblacksmith Date : 05-06-04 09:31 AM okay, components, ink, paper, food . . . food . . . ah there, food, dagger, dagger, dagger, quarrels, random stuff . . . scrolls, I believe that is all. Exiting to the front he greets the others, "[color=indigo]So, off to more adventure, is it? Well, let's get going then, no time like the present, as they say. Hmmm, doesn't seem like a halfling thing to say, must be a human phrase. I wonder what the etymology might be. Well, I suppose it is directly tied to the human notion of time being important, and, granted, under certain conditions it is, but certainly not all of the time. heh, bit of a pun, certainly not intended. Well, since time is not actually all that important, I suppose we could wait here a bit . . .[/color]" -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 396] Author : Copper Griffin Date : 05-11-04 09:26 AM Ranger wonders about possibly getting a fruit salad for the road but doesnt' bother to ask. Instead he finishes the breakfast he has and heads for the front door. Before leaving the Carriage Inn he makes sure that he properly thanks the hosts. He also leaves a few silvers on the table and another couple of silvers up in his room for the chambermaid. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 397] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 05-11-04 09:58 AM Title : Tantris Komidar Tani heads out to the stables to help get Faithful and the two new mules saddled and ready to leave. She loves the smell of the fresh hay, the scent of wood smoke and warm horseflesh all mixed together. The stables are well taken care of, without the slightest sour odor that is so prevalent in some of the seedier Inns she has been to before. She notices how shiny Faithful’s coat is; her battle pony fairly gleaming in the early morning light, testimony to how well he's been treated. She leads them all out, tying them up to the hitching post while waiting for everyone to assemble. She sits atop Faithful, corn flowers & baby roses braided into her long black hair; wrapped up in her charcoal gray wool cloak. Only her dark brown leather boots poke out below the cloak and she is most grateful for the added warmth so early in the morning. Her breath gives off small puffs of steam every time she breathes and the tip of her nose is red from the chill. [color=blue]"How do we want to do this? Do we go back to where we were last attacked and try to track the goblins from there? What order should we ride in?"[/color] Once everyone is ready she'll lead them toward a side gate, unless it is too early for anything but the main gate to be open, in which case she'll lead the group through the main gate and out into the forest. Ruby rides up on the new platform her Mistress had added to the saddle, tiny eyes squinting to make out what's ahead of them. [color=silver]Do we have a particular order we're riding in?[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 398] Author : Copper Griffin Date : 05-11-04 10:02 AM [color=silver]Here's what Crazy did up... Marching order: Ranger Eberk Tani Mules(and Geral, if he happens to return) Mictian Djorviann Perry Watch schedule: 10 shifts, 2hour long each Tani -0:00-2:00hour Djorviann -1:30-3:30hour Ranger -3:00-5:00hour Perry -4:30-6:30hour Eberk -6:00-8:00hour Mictian -7:30-9:30hour Everyone except Mictian and Djorvian, until the 10th and a half hour since watch began. This should probably occur just before dawn. So that the last half hour is the twilight period. [/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 399] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 05-11-04 10:26 AM Title : OOC [color=silver]Thanks Griffin & Crazy! I've marked it in my notes.[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 400] Author : crazysamaritan Date : 05-12-04 07:40 AM Title : Perry's bored [color=blue]"With a great 'good Morn' we face the day, All packed up and ready to play. Who will we find and who will we bind, What find of goblin, what kind of fey? As we head for the hills we charge to the trees, Full of snakes, and birds, and bees. How much will we itch and how much we complain* So we say right now, don't bite us, please? When we're done, we'll have more fun. But only if we don't gotta run.[/color] [color=silver]*No, he does not curse. Like me, he'd rather NOT cuss, even if he can't rhyme. I refuse to RP a non-evil that cusses.[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 401] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 05-13-04 12:45 PM Title : Tantris Komidar Tani claps in delight at Perry's rhyme. [color=blue]"You know, I should write these down as you say them and someday we can publish a book of your poems and rhymes. Think of it, scholars around the world seeking wisdom in your words."[/color] She smiles at the thought and looks at her friend, wondering what he thinks of the idea. She amuses herself by blowing out clouds from her mouth as her warm breath condensates in the cold morning air. [color=blue]"Do you think the goblins have steam-breath in the morning? If so, maybe it will help us locate them better, at least when it's cold."[/color] She doesn't ask the question of anyone in particular, just throwing the words out as she thinks them. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 402] Author : crazysamaritan Date : 05-13-04 01:21 PM Title : Re: Tantris Komidar Originally posted by Akavasha D'Morney [color=blue]"wisdom in your words."[/color] Perry starts giggling/laughing uncontrollably :) [color=silver]OOC: wisdom?[/color] [color=blue]"Aye, but what do do? Will the bard who writes be you?"[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 403] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 05-13-04 03:19 PM Title : Tantris Komidar [color=silver]Here's a post from Aidan... Just so you guys know, I've basically had my schedule completely rearranged, and I don't really have time to post right now, I'm hoping to have things back to some semblance of normalcy by next week (the 18th or so), and will get to catching up then. If anyone desperately needs anything from me, feel free to send me an email, and I'll get back to you as soon as I can. [/color] Tani smiles, her white teeth sparkling in the morning light. [color=blue]"Of course I'll write it up."[/color] Add a small writers fee in with the fee of merchandising the product... her thoughts run ahead of her until the book is already a great success within the boundaries of her imagination, a far-away look in her emerald green eyes. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 404] Author : Israfel666 Date : 05-14-04 02:35 PM [color=gray](OOC: nice to know this game isn't completely dead (as I had feared). However, while Aidan may be back around the 18th, I won't until the 23rd - it'll take me a bit of time to get on again)[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 405] Author : crazysamaritan Date : 05-16-04 11:44 PM Title : Question Game [color=blue]"How 'bout a game to past the time? I shan't force you all to rhyme. Ask a question, not a fact, and only ask a question back. To start this game off, I'll say, to my kin, dear Mich, will you play?"[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 406] Author : escherblacksmith Date : 05-17-04 10:12 AM "[color=indigo]That all depends, what do you say?[/color]" -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 407] Author : crazysamaritan Date : 05-17-04 10:31 AM [color=blue]"What if Eberk will play?"[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 408] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 05-17-04 01:04 PM Title : Tantris Komidar [color=blue]"Tani's in, but only if one of you can begin!"[/color] The halfling looks up, half distracted from her musings and willing to get into the spirit of the game. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 409] Author : crazysamaritan Date : 05-17-04 01:44 PM Title : Tani's out! [color=blue]"Unless she wants to try again?"[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 410] Author : escherblacksmith Date : 05-17-04 02:55 PM "[color=indigo]Does she know how to win?[/color]" -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 411] Author : Mr.Waesel Date : 05-17-04 03:50 PM [color=green]"All that silly rhyming is making me head spin."[/color] Eberk then smugly enjoys the sun. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 412] Author : crazysamaritan Date : 05-18-04 07:16 AM Title : That was lame. [color=blue]"Does he know what is this game?"[/color] Perry asks Mictian. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 413] Author : escherblacksmith Date : 05-18-04 09:12 AM "[color=indigo]Would they be asking if they didn't know the rules? [/color]" -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 414] Author : crazysamaritan Date : 05-18-04 09:45 AM Title : That should be true [color=blue]"But wouldn't that be the intehlei- smart thing to do?"[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 415] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 05-18-04 01:35 PM Title : Tantris Komidar [color=blue] “Tease and taunt me at your own fate, But you’d better beware of tonight’s food on your plate. The rules are quite clear, it’s easy to see Who else will be joining us besides us three?”[/color] She sighs, not much good at this game. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 416] Author : Mr.Waesel Date : 05-18-04 03:38 PM Title : lame = low cha. Just don't tell Eberk ;) [color=green]"Ah! I'm achin' to get to tha forest! How about us three go on ahead? We could send a messenger to the others, and we could scout the forest a bit, look for tracks and other signs of shadow goblins?"[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 417] Author : crazysamaritan Date : 05-19-04 12:04 AM Title : Oh, my! Oh, me! Poor Tani! To Michtian: [color=blue]"Would you agree that Eberk is doing a better job than Tani?[/color] [color=silver]OOC: Making sure we're on the same page, "Questions Only" is a game from "Whose Line is it Anyway?" Before that show, ADnD had "Questions Only" as part of the character concept for Halflings. I just really enjoyed the byplay between the dwarf and the halfling. :rofl: [/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 418] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 05-24-04 02:12 PM Title : Tantris Komidar Upon further reflection, Tani realizes this is a game she probably isn't suited for and shrugs at the others good-naturedly. [color=blue]"While rhymes and questions are beyond me, a winner I eagerly wait to see. Be a dear and don't you tease, who will be the next one in verse to please?"[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 419] Author : escherblacksmith Date : 05-25-04 08:01 AM Rolling up his sleeves Mictian gets down to business. "[color=indigo]While it is true that rhyme can help to while away the time; I must confess that this question is also valid, Wouldn't anyone else really like a salad?" [/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 420] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 05-25-04 08:28 AM Title : Tantris Komidar [color=blue]"SALAD!?!"[/color] Tani gives her cousin a look that clearly says she can think of better things besides salad. Quickly she comes up with a rejoiner. [color=blue]"Salad is boring, salad is bland Meat and pastries are what we need on hand I look around and I feel blue Later who will have goblin stew?"[/color] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 421] Author : escherblacksmith Date : 05-26-04 02:55 PM "[color=indigo]Meat and Pastries are well and good; (many others can help my mood); but surely a salad of any variety, is a grand experience, wouldn't you agree?[/color]" Mictian sits back with a self-satisfied smile at his most recent expoundance. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 422] Author : Akavasha D'Morney Date : 06-02-04 12:31 PM Title : Tantris Komidar [color=blue]"Salad is good, It helps one loose weight. But wouldn't a meat pie, Really be great?"[/color] Tani winces, wanting to groan aloud, or laugh; she isn't sure which. She studiously avoids looking over at Perry, Ranger or Mictian, sure if she does catch their eyes she'll burst out laughing. Instead she reaches down to carefully scratch under Ruby's prickly neck. Faithful, recognizing the mood, kicks up his feet a little, anxious to pass through the gates and be on the road again. The war pony is eager to stretch his legs a bit after being confined to a stall for the past several days. Tani gently reins him in, not willing to give him his head until they're outside the city. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 423] Author : Mr.Waesel Date : 06-02-04 03:32 PM Eberk is about to make a comment on what passes for salad in cities as these, but wisely keeps his mouth shut. -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 424] Author : crazysamaritan Date : 06-27-04 11:08 AM Title : bump? Becoming bored with the game, Perry launches into another rhyme. [color=blue]In dark of woods, and black of night, here we come, we shall fight. Smoke and silence, steel and claws, invade us and you'll die by our laws. Who are we?[/blue] -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- [Post 425] Author : LeapingShark Date : 06-27-04 03:30 PM Seeing as how there's been no DM updates for several months, and this forum was converted to setup-only a few months ago anyway; this thread is closed. If he comes back, he can follow the normal procedure to request a thread. [color=red][size=8]X[/size][/color] <-- Thread closed, no more bumps! -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- The messages has been download from Wizards.COMmunity Boards at http://boards1.wizards.com at 08.07.2005 01:45:20