Draax Monday October 2nd, 2006 10:32:53 PM
Draax imagines Monthor grabbing Draax's breeches and jumping up to tack them on his forehead. The image is so laughable that Draax uses addressing the duke as a way to keep from laughing. "That what we learned, we decided to look at the waterfalls one at a time and hope the tree is at one of them. Unless Tratain brought the painting with him, I believe it is still hanging at our residence. We were on our way to the second falls when we ran into the bandits that robbed Lord Arrak's people. They tried to rob us too, but we were a little more than they could handle. Some beast came along while we were fighting them so it was a three way battle until Lord Arrak came and did in a few seconds what we had already spent a few minutes trying."
Looking towards Lord Arrak, "That reminds me, two of the bandits that ran away were on the road a little away from the spot where we first met you. We could not touch them because of the magic placed on the road. The leaders of the gang are dead, but if you ever wanted to get you hands on the remainder of the group, the road would be a good place to check."
Looking back at Monthor, Draax raises his hands up in surrender, "OK, I know how ugly you dwarves get when you do not have something to drink and looking at you at the moment emphasizes that fact." Draax takes the tankard back from Monthor and smiles as he turns to the others, "If you lords will excuse me for a moment, I want to personally refill the ill-mannered dwarf's tankard before he start licking his own sweat to get some alcohol." Draax heads to the kitchen and ask to have the tankard filled with beer and he also asks for a second tankard to be filled with beer.
Arien Tuesday October 3rd, 2006 1:17:12 AM
"I've heard," Arien says to no one in particular, "That the reason that dwarves consume so much ale is because if one of them were fully sober and were to by accident see his own reflection he would instantly keel over dead from fright." Arien glances slightly at Monthor as he finishes his statement, a small smile on the elven wizard's face.
Recap - DMJK Tuesday October 3rd, 2006 10:25:00 AM
Kolo answers Juliander, "There's a small stream or two that can create little waterfalls in the Dragonridge Hills, but the only big waterfalls are on the Brinkwater."
Hearing this, Aarak speaks up, "The Dragonridge is rocky. There aren't many big trees there like what they are looking for."
The only waterfalls of significance in New Elenna are the points where the Brinkwater River flows down the plateaus. This is common knowledge that anyone should know. Those who were present at the meeting with the painter should remember that he indicated the name of the waterfall was the Brinkwater Falls. The group has already examined the waterfall off the first plateau at Hoomwix. Next is the the fall of the second plateau at Gooddiamond, and last in the the fall of the third plateau at Troiemaret.
Juliander, Highlight to display spoiler: {If anyone thinks to mention the name, you will know that many people refer to the waterfall at Gooddiamond as Brinkwater Falls since it is the first waterfall downstream of the Brink which gives the river it's name. However, it is actually called Diamond Falls.}
The group is currently about six miles east of the river at Hammerhold on the eastern side of the second plateau.
[You can go to the catacombs any time, but the items won't be available until we come to a town or other area with merchants. Roll lore checks any time you wish, and I'll fill in details as appropriate.]
Monthor Tuesday October 3rd, 2006 3:32:15 PM
Draax "We were on our way to the second falls when we ran into the bandits that robbed Lord Arrak's people. They tried to rob us too, but we were a little more than they could handle."
Monthor " And a poor bunch they were. Even the magic using girley. Hardly worth bloodying me axe one. Oh well, at least they won't be bothering anyone else."
......
Draax "The leaders of the gang are dead, but if you ever wanted to get you hands on the remainder of the group, the road would be a good place to check."
Monthor " Indeeeeed. "
..........
Draax ""If you lords will excuse me for a moment, I want to personally refill the ill-mannered dwarf's tankard before he start licking his own sweat to get some alcohol."
Monthor
:: Mockingly... :: " Would that really work?"
----------------- Arien "I've heard," Arien says to no one in particular, "That the reason that dwarves consume so much ale is because if one of them were fully sober and were to by accident see his own reflection he would instantly keel over dead from fright." Arien glances slightly at Monthor as he finishes his statement, a small smile on the elven wizard's face.
Monthor
:: The dwarf looks over at Arien in astonishment. Could the little mage have actually cracked a joke? ::
" No me friend. While we would keel over from fright it wouldn't be because of how we look. It would be from thirst. "
" Me? Ugly? Now me angels... me be the prettiest one here!!! It's ye frail ones that be ugly. Although.... you do get prettier the more me drink. "
ADM Joe Tuesday October 3rd, 2006 6:46:57 PM
Game #2 Windhorn Hamlet For week of Sept 29th, 2006
Name MTWTF DM JK OOXXX Draax --XXX Monthor --XXX Tratain --OOX Arian --OXO Juliander --OXO
Off Posting for us, sorry for being late with the Report, RL was really hectic last week, things are better now. New People being added to the Game, Welcome and lets get this game going back to where we were in the past.
Tratain Tuesday October 3rd, 2006 6:47:56 PM
Tratain listens to what is said and replies, "Well after lunch or maybe tomorrow we can head to the Waterfall you all suggest, perhapse that one is the one we are looking for."
Draax Tuesday October 3rd, 2006 8:32:42 PM
Draax returns to the group with two tankards full of beer and places them both in front of Monthor. "The first one is to ease away some of the ugliness and the second one is for when the first one does not work"
Turning to Tratain Draax says, "Sounds like a good plan to me."
Draax Tuesday October 3rd, 2006 8:35:19 PM
Draax returns to the group with two tankards full of beer and places them both in front of Monthor. "The first one is to ease away some of the ugliness and the second one is for when the first one does not work"
Turning to Tratain Draax says, "Sounds like a good plan to me."
Juliander Tuesday October 3rd, 2006 10:49:23 PM
"Which of the three falls would you like to visit first? Did the artist of the painting mention the subject with which he was working? That might be helpful information."
Arien Tuesday October 3rd, 2006 11:03:07 PM
Arien chuckles a bit at Monthor's response and replies, "It figures that a dwarf would dehydrate that fast, what with the never keeping their mouth shut." Arien pretends to ponder a moment and then snaps his fingers as if he's had an idea, "I know, we can create our own army of dehydrated dwarves. We can carry them around in a bag that says In case of emergency pour in Ale and run! We could even call this army Monthor's Dehydrated Dwarven Death Squad."
Monthor ooc> Wednesday October 4th, 2006 7:49:46 AM
Due to a death in the family I'll be leaving tomorrow morning and returning Sunday or Monday. Please carry on without Monthor until then.
Yves/Monthor
Arrak (DMJK) Wednesday October 4th, 2006 12:18:38 PM
A steward comes in and discusses something that is apparently of some import to Duke Kolo. They speak in whispered tones, and then Kolo excuses himself for a moment, "Something pressing has come up. Do stay and enjoy yourselves. I'll return shortly." He leaves, and Gilan follows him.
The departure shifts Lord Arrak's attention to the group. "So, I gather that you will be visiting Diamond Falls next? Given the hour, I fear you'll be hard pressed to make it before the lifts close at nightfall. The invitation to stay at my estate is still open should you wish to stay there tonight. It would only take you a few hours to reach the lifts from there in the morning."
(Sorry to hear that Yves.)
Juliander Wednesday October 4th, 2006 8:48:05 PM
"I don't see any need to rush off to the falls, though being a relative newcomer, I'm hesitant to speak for the group. What say you gentle folk? Sleep and off in the morning? or shall we chance it now and camp at Diamond Falls? Seems to me that Diamond Falls is also the falls more commonly referred to as Brinkwater Falls. Perhaps we'll have luck there in our endeavor."
OOC: Um JK, you may want to read your post for Arrak and edit as necessary. THX lol -jk
Draax Thursday October 5th, 2006 1:20:19 AM
Draax watches the duke leave and listens to the lord's offer. After Juliander has made his statement, Draax looks questionable at the rest of the group to see if they agree with Juliander's assessment. "Leaving tomorrow would probably be better and we did promise to visit Lord Arrak's estate. Like Juliander said, we are not in any rush, so I am for waiting until tomorrow. What about the rest of you?"
Arrak (DMJK) Thursday October 5th, 2006 10:28:53 AM
"What I meant was that we should leave today for my estate, which is near the Dragon Ridge. Then you would have an easy journey on the morrow to Good Diamond and your waterfall."
Juliander Thursday October 5th, 2006 8:42:58 PM
Silence among the rest of the group is Juliander's cue to jump in it seems, "Excellent, good Sir Draax and I are agreed, and since the rest of you are quiet, so it shall be," the fair man announces amicably. "Do lead on Lord Arrak."
Draax Thursday October 5th, 2006 10:47:00 PM
Draax rolls his eyes at Juliander type of speech. "Uh yea, what he just said."
Tratain Friday October 6th, 2006 11:16:48 AM
Tratain says "Aye, that would be best. I'd Like to visit Lord Arrak's and since its on the way to the falls we could stop there on the way."
Arien Saturday October 7th, 2006 2:45:01 PM
"I agree as well, and no offence to Duke Kolo but I think we should head out shortly" Arien looks at the other members to see if they agree.
Monthor - back in the saddle... Saturday October 7th, 2006 9:50:21 PM
Monthor approaches Arien...
" Before we go... could ye be kind enough to teleport me to the Catacombs. Me be looking to buy a cape of the Mountebank. It's dimension door ability should let me avoid more of the little problem me had with that cage the last time. "
Departure (DMJK) Tuesday October 10th, 2006 1:59:24 PM
Kolo returns as everyone is making plans for their departure. "So, you're leaving so soon? Very well, I've had some important matters to attend to myself. Feel free to visit any time you wish. We don't have many comforts here in Hammerhold, but we always welcome visitors."
He holds out his hand for Monthor, "Master Dwarf, the circumstances of our meeting were strained, but I believe we're kindred spirits... of a sort. I hope that you'll call on me if ever you have need. Mention to any of my men that you're the Ill-Mannered Dwarf of Hoomwix, and from this day forward you'll have their service." His smile indicates that he means the name as an honor rather than a further insult.
While Kolo speaks, Arrak has a few more silent words for Gilan. Then he rises, "As you saw yesterday, I travel light. I have no baggage except what is on my person and may leave when you are all ready."
Everything seems ready for departure, but if you wish to do anything before your departure, mention it now.
[let's hold off on the Catacombs visit. we'll get it soon enough. I'm thinking we can wrap up this tree and waterfall thing quickly and start off on a bigger module once the new players are ready.]
Draax Tuesday October 10th, 2006 10:52:45 PM
Draax smiles as the group get ready to depart, "Thanks you Duke Kolo for you hospitality. Although our little place in Plateau City could not live up to the kindness you bestowed on us, we would still like to extend you an open invitation if you find yourself in the area."
After saying his goodbyes, Draax is ready to leave.
Arien Wednesday October 11th, 2006 8:53:05 AM
Arien adds his thanks for the hospitality and adds as well that if Kolo needed any magical assistance in the future that Arien would be glad to help as best he could. Then Arien turns to the rest of the party and gives them an inquiring look to see if they are ready to leave.
Tratain Wednesday October 11th, 2006 11:03:28 AM
Tratain Nods to the other to show that he is ready to travel. "We should leave soon, so we do not have to spend alot of time traveling in the dark."
Monthor Wednesday October 11th, 2006 2:47:52 PM
He holds out his hand for Monthor, "Master Dwarf, the circumstances of our meeting were strained, but I believe we're kindred spirits... of a sort. I hope that you'll call on me if ever you have need. Mention to any of my men that you're the Ill-Mannered Dwarf of Hoomwix, and from this day forward you'll have their service." His smile indicates that he means the name as an honor rather than a further insult.
:: Monthor gladely accepts the Duke's hand and even forgoes his usual "squeezing until they cry" handshake ritual. ::
" You not a bad sort yourself Dooky. If ye ever need help yerself, ye can count on Monthor's Angels to come running. "
On the road (DMJK) Wednesday October 11th, 2006 5:51:28 PM
The party leaves Hammerhold and resumes its journey upon the safe road with Lord Arrak riding along.
Though he was rather quiet in Hammerhold, he now seems ready to talk with the group, "So gentlemen, tell me a little bit about yourselves. I know that Monthor is impatient, that you have little love for bandits, and that you are searching for a tree, but what else should I know about your merry band? I may have some extremely well paying work for you if I like what I hear."
Juliander Wednesday October 11th, 2006 10:45:54 PM
"I don't know that I'm officially apart of this merry little band yet sir, but I like what I've seen so far. I don't get the opportunity to speak with many dwarves, but I will say that Monthor is everything that Mom ever said about dwarves... and somewhat more." Juliander smiles, "As for myself, I'm a man of many talents... I prefer to think of myself as a gentleman adventurer, if such a thing were to exist, it would be me. Though it doesn't do to give up the well earned secrets of my trade, I'll say that I do well in a variety of situations, particularly when I have worthy allies, such as these." Juliander gestures to the rest of the group.
Draax Thursday October 12th, 2006 1:23:40 AM
Draax ponders Lord Arrak's request, "Hmm...I am not sure how to answer that. This group has changed a few members over the years and we have worked for various people in power or for people in need. Sometime for money and sometime because it was the right thing to do. Personally, I get a great feeling of satisfaction every time we stick it to the Son of Dread. The SoD and I have a continuous history; they like to try to take over or destroy the wold and my friends and I take get pleasure in stopping them. Recently we did our little part in the Fey King business.
There is nothing else that I can think to say except that we do work for money, but we will not do anything that we do not believe in."
Draax looks to the others to hear what they have to say.
Monthor Thursday October 12th, 2006 8:24:08 AM
" Ye need to know that Monthor's Angels are a tough bunch of drinker, lovers, protectors and when the need be there, fighters. Mainly, me job is to keep the other girls here alive. As long as your 'work' is relatively honest me be certain that we can handle it. "
CDM Jerry Thursday October 12th, 2006 1:03:03 PM
I see no report from Monday friends. I need the ADM to please make the report for this game and post it here. When it's posted, I need the ADM to email me saying it's done please.
:)
Tratain Thursday October 12th, 2006 11:34:12 PM
Tratain says "I've been Traveling with Draax and Arien here for a while, we met fighting a Dragon. Then we had that business with the Sons of Dread and then after that the Fey King thing."
ADM Joe Thursday October 12th, 2006 11:38:35 PM
Game #2 Windhorn Hamlet
Name MTWTF DM JK XXXX- Draax XXXX- Monthor OXOX- Tratain OXOX- Arian XXOX- Juliander XXXX-
Sorry for slacking again, missed my chance to post monday, and then it becomes hard for me to post again for a bit sometimes
DMJK Monday October 16th, 2006 1:19:26 PM
No worries, Joe. My posting last week was abyssmal. I try to do it at work, but sometimes it just doesn't fit. In any case, the new players are nearly on board, so let's ratchet it up a notch.
the gnomes - DMJK Monday October 16th, 2006 1:42:24 PM
Arrak leads the group down the Safe Road past Middleden, the stagnant water of the Brink, and Brinkwater. After Brinkwater, he takes the eastern fork of the safe road and follows it around Lake Wellogy. Before the road bends back to the west, he takes a side road that leads out into the Dragonridge Hills.
When the group is out of sight of the road, the party encounters a small band of gnomes. They greet Lord Arrak with a good deal of reverence and address him as if he were a priest, "Welcome home, Patriarch. We've heard the bandits received justice."
For his part, Arrak nods to the gnomes and turns back to the party, "These are my subjects. If you'd be so kind as to follow them, they'll take you to my home. I have one quick matter to attend to, and I'll meet you there."
Draax Monday October 16th, 2006 3:32:56 PM
Seeing the gnomes, Draax tries to keep the surprise from showing on his face, but he is pretty sure he failed. To Lord Arrak's instruction to follow the gnomes, Draax nods his head and follows without saying a word.
Monthor Monday October 16th, 2006 8:40:46 PM
" Gee, creatures shorter then me!?! Okay Monthor's Angels, let's follow the lawn gnomes to Lordy's house. "
Tratian Tuesday October 17th, 2006 4:41:15 PM
Tratain is surprised to find that gnomes are Lord Arrak's subjects and work in his household but keeps the question to himself for now.
ADM Joe Tuesday October 17th, 2006 4:49:17 PM
Game #2 Windhorn Hamlet
Name MTWTF DM JK -XX-- Draax -XX-- Monthor -XX-- Tratain -XX-- Arian -XO-- Juliander -OX--
We're Reving up for the new players now, shouldn't be long before we're back at full strength and off to adventuring. Everyone please make an effort to get our game back on track.
DMJK Tuesday October 17th, 2006 6:31:27 PM
Arrak leaves the group and heads back up the path toward town, and the little band of gnomes leads the group towards the hills. The gnomes talk to themselves on the journey, but the language they speak is unusual to say the least. It's certainly not gnomish - or dwarvish for that matter.
Every now and again, the one that spoke to Arrak turns back to the group and says, "This way. This way."
As they lead the party forward, it seems that you are getting farther from civilization. As you enter the Dragonridge Hills, the land becomes even more wild, and the road you follow turns into little more than a beaten track. There's no sign at all that you are approaching some lord's estate.
Draax Tuesday October 17th, 2006 10:22:44 PM
Draax becomes suspicious and a little nervous as the group is being lead into the middle of nowhere. The dagger he keeps up his sleeve comes easily into his hand and he begins to nonchalantly use it to pick his fingernails as they walk.
Juliander d20+23=31 d20+22=38 d20+15=28 Tuesday October 17th, 2006 10:46:26 PM
As they're walking along, Juliander starts humming a tune, and then begins singing an elven traveling song, to mask the fact that he is actually casting comprehend languages. He really doesn't like the fact that he cannot understand the gnomes. All the while he attempts to get a bead on their intentions. (OOC: Perform DC 31, Bluff DC 38, Sense Motive DC 28.)
Arien Wednesday October 18th, 2006 1:11:37 AM
The elven mage follows the gnomes, but keeps his guard up. Arien trusts Arrak since he had no reason not to thus far but monsters frequently lurk in the wilds.
Monthor Wednesday October 18th, 2006 7:46:38 AM
Monthor follows along wondering if the gnomes are going to have some mead for him to drink.
:: Monthor says to no one in particular... :: " Are we there yet? "
Tratain Wednesday October 18th, 2006 10:48:52 AM
Tratain follows the Gnomes, taking in the sites. He is not concerned that he can't understand the gnomes or that he doesn't see Lord Arrak's estate. Maybe its hidden somewhere closeby.
A Cave (DMJK) Wednesday October 18th, 2006 4:32:55 PM
Draax's dagger play doesn't seem to concern the gnomes in the slightest, and when Juliander casts his spell, he discovers that the gnomes are engaged in a rather mundane conversation about to best cook a particular mushroom dish. From listening, he gathers that whatever language they are using is their native tongue.
They lead the group up into the hills and eventually come to a cave. The lead gnome turns and says, "In here. It's dark. Do you need light?"
Monthor Wednesday October 18th, 2006 5:45:53 PM
" Are ye kidding me? Me be a dwarf after all! Then again, maybe the rest of me Angels do? "
Juliander Wednesday October 18th, 2006 8:49:52 PM
Juliander shrugs thinking to himself, Feh! Gnomes! He happily trudges along until they get to the cave. "Light would be nice."
Draax Wednesday October 18th, 2006 10:16:47 PM
Draax narrows his eyes when he sees the cave entrance. He wonders how in the world did the bandits find this place and how Lord Arrak expected them to be able to just stop by when they had the time.
He nods his head in agreement with Juliander,"Yea, a little light would not hurt."
Lord Arrak's "estate" (DMJK) Thursday October 19th, 2006 5:34:58 PM
One of the gnomes heads into the cave and returns a moment later with a lantern. He motions for everyone to follow him and heads into the cave.
The cave mouth is only about three feet across and seven feet high, and it would be easy to miss if you didn't know where it was. The interior of the cave is dry and dark. There's nothing unusual about the cave itself. It exhibits all the traits you've come to expect to find in a cave. The entry chamber is roughly 10 feet wide, 20 feet long, and has an 8 foot ceiling.
The gnomes lead the way to the back wall, which appears to feature a very solid wall. However, after quickly touching a series of points along the wall, a secret door opens up on silent hinges. The gnomes lead the way into a hallway that was clearly carved out of the rock, unless a cave naturally formed a long hallway at perfect right angles. Monthor doesn't think the construction looks dwarven, most likely gnomes built it.
After 30 feet or so, the gnomes come to a door. One lays a hand upon it and speaks a word in their odd tongue. The next door swings open, and light floods into the hallway. The light comes from a number of glowing orbs positioned around a large chamber filled with ornate rugs and lavish tapestries.
There are a number of plush looking leather chairs positioned about the room and a few lush, green potted plants as well. All together the effect is almost startling. If you didn't known for certain that you had just entered a cave, you wouldn't know that you weren't in some interior room of a lord's palace.
Four other doors open up onto the room, and after entering, all of the gnomes, save the one that has been speaking to you, head out the leftmost door. The remaining gnome gestures to the chairs, "Please have a seat. I'm sure the Patriarch will return with haste. Would you care for refreshments while you wait?"
Draax Thursday October 19th, 2006 6:40:21 PM
Draax makes sure the surprise that he feels from stepping into the room does not show on his face. He takes a sit when it is offered and nods his head at the mention of refreshments. "Refreshment would be nice, thanks."
Monthor Thursday October 19th, 2006 7:36:30 PM
Monthor lips his lips in anticipation before taking a seat.
" Beer oh gnomish ones. And lots of it. "
Juliander Thursday October 19th, 2006 9:29:54 PM
Surprised indeed to see the interior of the chamber, Juliander has a seat, "I'm with Monthor, a good strong ale would be divine."
Arien Thursday October 19th, 2006 10:44:08 PM
Arien is impressed by the chamber and takes a seat as well. When asked Arien replies, "Only water please, I prefer to keep my wits about me."
service (DMJK) Friday October 20th, 2006 4:58:55 PM
The gnome leaves a returns a few minutes later with the requested drinks. The beer is good and cool, but there's a faint taste of sulfur in the water.
After bringing the drinks, the gnome excuses himself. He closes the door when he leaves, and the group is left alone.
The minutes pass, and you can't help but wonder if you've just been trapped in some posh cell.
Arien Friday October 20th, 2006 7:48:23 PM
Arien sips the water for a moment then sets the drink down and moves to one wall to inspect the tapestries there.
Draax Saturday October 21st, 2006 3:35:48 PM
Draax's suspicious nature begins to surface, he does not believe that Arrak plans to do any harm to the group, but this reminds him of a tactic that his old employee Marcus might have used. The longer they wait the more dangerous the task the Patriarch will ask of them. Draax smiles as he thinks about the confidence it takes to follow someone you do not know blindly into a situation like this, or is it stupidity.
Having no idea about how long they might have to wait, Draax joins Arien in inspecting the tapestries.
Juliander Sunday October 22nd, 2006 4:46:25 AM
Juliander remains silent though relaxed. He is certain, for the moment anyway, that Arrak's motives are less then insidious.
Monthor Sunday October 22nd, 2006 12:57:46 PM
And Monthor... being Monthor... continues to drink.
Newcomers (DMJK) Monday October 23rd, 2006 5:56:06 PM
There's nothing special about the tapestries, but they do appear to be finely made.
After about 30 minutes, Arrak enters the chamber through the same door the party entered. He has two men with him. "I hope you've all found my home welcoming. I know it's a bit unusual. I must also beg you to excuse me for making you wait for me, but I met these two gentlemen nearby. They were most gracious to accept my invitation for dinner." He motions to the two who were following him, "I do hope that you all find each other's company to be pleasurable. Why don't you all take a moment to get aquainted, and then I'll tell you of my business proposition."
[This is the not so subtle new character entry. Still waiting on one sheet.]
Draax Tuesday October 24th, 2006 12:51:56 AM
Draax turns his attention to Lord Arrak and his guest. He goes back to his seat and takes a sip of his drink. Looking at the newcomers, Draax raises his hand in a gesture of greeting and says, "Nice to meet you; my name is Draax."
Lord Arrak's words finally register with Draax and he realizes that these two were brought here for the same reason as the group.
Jerry Tuesday October 24th, 2006 4:56:28 PM
I need David Taylor to check his emails please. We have a tap ready to go and need his help in getting it started. :)
delete once David gets this.
Email me JK if he's out of pocket for some reason that you know about.
Arrak (DMJK) Tuesday October 24th, 2006 5:45:59 PM
Arrak looks around the group, "Now don't everyone talk at once."
Draax Tuesday October 24th, 2006 7:20:14 PM
Seeing the newcomers, Draax puts his suspicious nature away as he begins to think that Arrak was not trying to play mental games with the group. He continues to sit as he waits for the newcomers and the others to make their introductions.
Monthor Tuesday October 24th, 2006 8:15:16 PM
Monthor hardly raises his eyes from the cup and waves a hardy "hello" to the new folks.
" Me be Monthor. And these girlies are Monthor's Angels. Have a seat and down a drink. "
Tratain Tuesday October 24th, 2006 9:37:09 PM
Tratain says "Greetings, My name is Tratain, a follower of Domi. It's nice to meet you."
ADM Joe Tuesday October 24th, 2006 9:42:04 PM
Game #2 Windhorn Hamlet
Name MTWTF DM JK XXXXX Draax XXXXX Monthor XXXXX Tratain XXOOO Arian OXOXX Juliander OXXXX
We're starting to pick up posting again, mine fell off towords the end of the week, I'll make a better effort to try and keep my posting regular and budget my time better.
Izen Tuesday October 24th, 2006 9:55:32 PM
The halfling that followed Lord Arrak into the room sat quietly and studied the others. He rolled a copper coin on the backs of his fingers with one hand, while his other hand scratched at the three-day growth of stubble on his face. His dark brown eyes revealed nothing--nor did the simple, sturdy brown clothes that he wore, or the brown pack he wore on his back. The rapier at his side and the javelin at his shoulder said enough for themselves, however.
At last, the halfling glanced at their host. "You said there was money involved," he said. The words came out low and had a breathy quality to them.
Juliander Tuesday October 24th, 2006 10:24:38 PM
Juliander stands, "I thought it best to allow those officially a part of the group to introduce themselves first, though I would say they don't seem to be particularly talkative for the moment. For myself, I've recently met these good folk, just as you do so now. My name is Juliander Phaelix."
Juliander is just over six feet tall and lanky in build. He has meticulously cared for short black hair, and jade green eyes that suggest elven heritage, though perhaps twice or even three times removed. He currently wears a plain traveling outfit of tan breeches, dark brown boots, and a moss green tunic. The only notable clothing apparent is a fine jade green cloak and gloves (matches his eyes), with silver trim that seem clean despite his otherwise road-worn appearance. A rapier hangs off his left hip, worn with apparent comfort, and a crossbow is lashed to the back of his pack and quiver, which currently rest beside the chair he was sitting in.
Monthor Wednesday October 25th, 2006 9:35:35 AM
ooc> Just to add a description of Monthor.
:: Monthor is ugly, even by dwarven standards, and sports a variety of scars and other assorted battle wounds over his face and body. The red string tying his long beard denotes membership in the Dirt City Axe Head clan. Monthor's obviously the group's "tank" being dresed in full plate armour. The large dwarven war axe to his side looks well used. A large ornated belt is around is ample belly and heavy leather gauntlets are on his massive dwarven hands.
Arrak (DMJK) Wednesday October 25th, 2006 7:05:58 PM
Arrak turns to address Izen, "Master Izen, I said nothing about money. I said you would find my offer worth your while. If money is your only concern, you may go." He nods to the door everyone came through.
To the rest of the group, he says, "This quiet fellow in the fancy cloak is Jova and claims to be a sorceror of some reknown."
"Now before I begin, tell me what you know already about the Sons of Dread. I don't wish to bore you with things you already know."
Jova Kon Thursday October 26th, 2006 12:38:19 AM
The very tall human, 6 and a half feet tall, rises from his squatting position when Arack points him out.
"Hello, hello, yes i am Jova KOn. Sorcerer, blah!! I said I could do magic tricks. You kow it is all relative. Depends on who you talk to and ehen you talk to them.
"Oh!! Case in point. Look at thois dwarf. Ugly by most standards, yep most figure him disgusting. Although those who have travelled the dwarven nations know, he is about normal. Another few years of development, then i would say he is ugly. But at the moment short stack, you are not." Hahaha, he bursts out with laughter at himself. Wiping the tears from his eyes, he continues.
"Shortstack. Thats funny. If you were a Fullstack, yes then the ugly moniker would fit. So did I hear you right your little group is called 'Shortstacks Angels'. Thats cute."He does smile a genuine smile.
Arien Thursday October 26th, 2006 1:31:33 AM
Arien turns when the newcomers and Arrak enter the room. Arien bows to the newcomers and says, "Greetings I am Arien Silverbow." The pale elven mage is dressed in sturdy adventuring gear with numerous pouches for various spell components. He has black hair kept in a tail except for two locks that hang down on either side of his face.
He moves with the inherint grace of the elves as he turns to Arrak and says, "I do not know about what these two or even some of the new members of our party know but we have, as a group, had very serious conflicts with the Sons in the past. I can assure you that I at least am familiar with the ways that they operate. Usually their plots are obscene and evil and need to be thwarted, but of course that is generally what happens with any group of foul minded fools."
Draax Thursday October 26th, 2006 2:17:06 AM
Draax sits straighter when he hears the words the Son of Dreads. He thinks for a moments because it has been so long since he dealt with them.
"The Son of Dreads are known to me although I am not exactly sure what type of cult they are. This group, although with some different members, have had a hand in foiling two of their plans. The first was when they were looking for the body of a mage named Mengor, they were going to use the body to blow up Windhorn and prevent continuation of the Renewal of the Sentinel ceremony. The second was some energy sapping machine that we preventing them from using and a couple of our members sacrificed themselves to destroy the machine.
Other than that, I know the will kill themselves instead of being captured and they believe that if they die their god will resurrect them, so they have no problem with dying for what they believe it. Everything that they are involved in usually has some very bad global consequences."
Unable to think of anything else, Draax continues to sit and wait.
Monthor Thursday October 26th, 2006 7:58:42 AM
Monthor looks at Jova with a smile....
" Kinda jovial aren't we Jova. Me thinks that we're going to get along just fine ye and me. Just fine indeed.... "
:: Monthor's smile turns into a wicked grin ::
{ Yes, me boy, we're going to have fun. }
" As far as these Sons of the Dead.... Me know nothing about them. "
Izen d20+11=13 d2=2 Thursday October 26th, 2006 9:18:28 AM
Not meeting Lord Arrak's eyes, the halfling called Izen gazed casually at the copper coin that he continued to roll across his fingers. "I don't know," he said quietly. "My ... 'while' ... can be worth quite a bit."
He flipped the coin in the air, caught it, and checked the results. (Sleight of Hand 15-not 13- result tails.) With a thoughtful expression, he looked around the room at the others. Then, shifting in his seat and returning his gaze to the coin, he resumed rolling the coin on his fingers ... and waited.
Arrak (DMJK) Thursday October 26th, 2006 5:31:40 PM
"So two of you have met the Sons. Have you wondered whose sons they are? Have you heard of the father? Do you know anything of the Lord of Dread?"
[Juliander would know that the Sons of Dread are a mysterious group often associated with villainy, but he knows nothing specific (and he's never heard anything about their leader).]
Juliander Thursday October 26th, 2006 9:23:45 PM
Juliander shrugs, "Perhaps the more experienced among us do. I've only heard vague stories of treacherous villiany and the like."
Draax Friday October 27th, 2006 12:09:32 AM
Draax shakes his head, "No, I cannot say that I have heard of the Lord of Dread. With the word Dread at the end, I always thought it was just a name, like Sons of Freedom or Sons of Liberty."
Jova Kon Friday October 27th, 2006 2:31:50 AM
If for some reason the hawk on his shoulder went unseen, it becomes apparent now. The bird flutters wildly and launches into the air. It flies to the ceiling, bumps into it and begins screeching. It rebounds and hits a new spot each time the screeching getting louder and louder. Whe it finds it cannot escape, it flutters down to the ground, amist feathers, and excited loss of excrement.
The hawk prances wildly back and forth, muttering. Jova pipes up and begins the chatter with teh bird. It goes on for several moments. The small conversation ends with the bird falling exhaustedly at the feet of Monthor.
"Umm, forgot to introduce you to Z", Jova points out the obvious subject in question. "Z has a longer name, but in his tongu is means 'foul copulation', so I just call him Z. Anyway, he is a real smart bird. The elves taught him the language you heard, and I learned it as well. He is also learning comon, but he can only understand it a little, no speech.
"So anyway", Jova spreads his hands wide, "It seems he has heard about this Lord Dread. I cant quite get the gist of what he knows. Sounds like childrens tales to me. And sometimes he makes up stories. If he comes up with sopmething useful, i will pass it along."
Looking over to Monthor, "He does lke his head to be scratched.
Izen d20+9=11 Friday October 27th, 2006 8:47:06 AM
The halfling with the copper coin shook his head silently. He adjusted two daggers on his waistband. As he watched and listened to the others, he pocketed the coin and fetched a piece of string out, on which he then began tying knots (Craft, trapmaking, 9). The knots were fairly crude--perhaps because his attention was divided.
He looked up occasionally at their host with a patient and expectant expression--for the moment.
Monthor Friday October 27th, 2006 2:12:48 PM
Monthor laughs a friendly laugh at Jova's comments.
" Me like birds and children and dumb animals. Especially dumb animals. Just ask me friend Draax. "
" Me know nothing of the Lord of Dread. But he does sound like someone that needs some bashing. "
Arrak (DMJK) Friday October 27th, 2006 4:52:18 PM
Arrak frowns, "I had hoped you would know more. I confess that I know very little myself, but I will share a bit of what I know. The Lord of Dread, or simply the Dread as he is more commonly known, is a powerful lich. He gathers these sons to him in an attempt to boost his own power. In exchange for their service, he gives them the ability to work magics beyond their ability. As such, he attracts failed hedgewizards, no-talent sorcerers, and others who lack the intelligence or discipline to study magic. These are the types of men who swell the ranks of the Sons of Dread. In exchange, they do his work in the world."
"These Sons of Dread have caused great evil in the world, but I have heard little of them of late. This disturbs me more than I can say. I would know more of their intentions. In many respects, I am bound to this place, and I don't have the... freedom to investigate this matter myself. I would send you to the Dreadlands beyond the Culverwood to discover what you can and report that information back to me."
"If you are successful in this, I will sponsor you in your adventures, but I will require you to pass on other bits of information from time to time."
Draax Friday October 27th, 2006 6:28:30 PM
Draax watches the bird fly around the room, at first he thinks that it is drunk or blind, but after listening to Jova, he realizes that the thing was just looking to fly out of the room.
Draax addresses Monthor's comment, "Yes, I can vouch for Monthor liking dumb animals. He feels more comfortable with animals that has the same intelligence as him or smarter. Just watching the bird, I can see that it has far more intelligence than Monthor, so they should get along fine."
Draax was hoping that Arrak had more information about the activities of the Dread and its sons. He had always worked to stop their plans, not find out what they were up to. If everyone from the old group were here he would be more confident, but going in with 3 people that he does not know gives him some doubt.
Draax has to admit that he was curious about why the SoDs have not be heard from in a while. For him, not going is not an option, but he wishes that Arrak had more intell on what they will be facing.
Arien Friday October 27th, 2006 11:37:01 PM
"I have lost several friends to the Sons, I would gladly do this, and if we get the chance to bloody them a bit and get away safely, so much the better." Arien looks frankly outraged about how the Sons are able to 'cheat' their way to magic that they shouldn't be able to use.
The elven mage begins pacing back and forth in a tight arc the stops and says, "We had an arrangement prior to this with another employer. We had a means of communicating remotely with us should the need arise. Perhaps we can arrange something similar now so that we can relay information as we learn it. Also if we are going to go to a place with numerous 'wizards'," Arien says the last bit with heavy sarcasm, "We'll likely need to take steps to protect our identities so we aren't discovered."
Arien looks over at Draax and says, "Time seems to circle about perhaps its time for our old disguises to become useful once again?"
Izen Sunday October 29th, 2006 9:10:48 AM
"Find out what we can, and report back--that's it?" Izen repeated back. He pursed his lips and pondered. "And in return, you ... 'sponsor' us?"
He looked at his erstwhile employer. Quietly as before, he said evenly, "You'll admit that's a bit vague as an employment contract. What is this project worth to you?"
Monthor Monday October 30th, 2006 12:50:33 PM
:: Monthor pauses from his drinking long enough to listen to Arrak's proposal. Monthor likes to have people think he's dumb but the dwarf is actually fairly intelligent. His lack of wisdom and charisma sometimes gets him in trouble but he's certainly not think headed where it counts. ::
" Bottom line Arrak me bud, me goes where Draax, Tratain and Arien goes. If they choose to do this for ye, me will do me best to keep them alive. Me would know more about the "Dreadlands". What are we likely to encounter there? Sounds like undead territory to me.
Arrak (DMJK) Monday October 30th, 2006 5:53:12 PM
Arrak looks about the group as they speak. He looks as if he's about to speak on a couple of occassions, but he decides to address Monthor first, "The Dreadlands is the just the name of the headquarters of the Sons of Dread. It was a portion of the Culverwood until the Dread settled in it. The forest has slowly been dying since he came to it. I had hoped to find a druid to go with you to see how any being could destroy the magical forest. I'm afraid the Sons are somehow leaching its magic to strengthen the Dread. Perhaps you can discern how this is happening, but a druid would be of some help, I imagine."
He addresses Arien next, "Go in disguise if you wish." He smiles knowingly, "Concealing your identity can be useful for a variety of reasons. However, most disguises won't likely protect you in the Dreadlands. I suspect that they'd kill those who don't belong. So, if you disguise yourself, it should be as someone who belongs. As to a means of contacting me. I can provide something suitable that will allow the group to return to me, or at least to a nearby location. If the matter is important, I prefer to discuss it in person. If it isn't important, you don't need a magic mirror or some such to talk to me."
Finally he turns to Izen, "It's a simple matter to come by coin. You could murder people in their sleep and rob them of everything they own. You could become a pickpocket and snatch the purses of the wealthy as they walk by. You could steal innocent babes and sell them into slavery. You could flaunt your talent and perform in a travelling troupe, or you could pick up a hammer and learn to smith."
He pauses a moment, "There are a myriad of other possibilities. However, you don't seem to have taken to any of these paths to earn your coin. Instead, you've choosen the route of the adventurer. This profession leads to piles of coin, the adoration of fair maidens, and lasting fame in song. It can also lead to an early death."
"So what do I intend when I say that I'll sponsor you? I can provide you with the means to become adventurers of reknown. I once helped turn an amateurish band of adventurers known as the Three into the famed Storm Dragons. Now, members of that band are part of the legendary Platinum Dragons. They break bread with Valdor the Dragonstone and fight by his side. Their wealth is sufficient to make lords weep and kings envy. If you serve me in this and future tasks, I can similarly elevate you. I can provide with with contacts in the world, quests for adventure, and even the shiny magic items that can make you great."
He grows quiet for a moment, "But if that isn't to your liking, you're free to go." Once again, he nods to the door everyone used to enter this room.
Monthor Monday October 30th, 2006 7:19:09 PM
" Shiny magic items is it? Fine Arrak old sock. Ye talked me into it. The rest of you girls coming along too? Come now? Monthor's Angels needs to start making a name for themselves! "
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