DM Saturday January 16th, 1999 2:02:59 PM
Sedar's torch illumines the stairs and the room beyond. The room shows signs of battle. Two dead mages in purple robes lay dead to one side. Four blackened and fried Trogolodytes lie next to them. Someone has jammed the secret door keeping it open about 3 inches.
K'isst Saturday January 16th, 1999 2:03:00 PM
A sweet female voice grunts a few syllables from behind the opening. Then the grunts are repeated in each player's prime language, "Praise the Sea Goddess the surface dwellers have returned to us. And they have brought friends!" The door opens revealing a beautiful female Trogolodyte dressed in very provocative clothing with two large shells acting as a top. She smiles and the worries of The Wold melt away. She grunts and a stone in her hands translates perfectly, "Welcome. We were afraid you would not return to us." She turns her smile on each in turn and says to the new people, "I am K'isst. You are welcome to our past and future home amongst the accursed one."
Figure Saturday January 16th, 1999 2:03:01 PM
A figure in a long dark robe appears at the top of the stairs above and behind you silent and menacing.
Darius Saturday January 16th, 1999 2:03:02 PM
The black robed figure slowly walks down the stairs, it's robe making a soft swooshing sound with each step. He reaches half way down the stairs, and taps the wall softly with his staff to make his presence known to the group. When he has their attention he speaks in a deep but youthful voice, "Greetings. I am Darius Paladinson. I heard of your quest and,I wish to offer my assistance."
Branze Bones Saturday January 16th, 1999 2:03:03 PM
Taking up the rear guard postition the Brother of Domi wheels around to look at the new figure at the top of the stairs. Seeing the new potential threat he takes his sword in a firm grip. Hearing the worlds of reassurance he slowly eases his posture to that of a less threatening pose and makes him self known. "Hail i am Brother Branze Bones, WHo sent you. Just so we know your not with the Bad guys?" says the brother rather bluntly. As to the matter of finding a lizard atractive Branze briefly glimpsed the trog and turned his attention to the figure in black.
Rond Saturday January 16th, 1999 2:03:04 PM
"Hail and well met K'isst." As Darius speaks Rond will turn and face him and come into position next to the brother, mumbling to K'isst, "Has there been any news since we departed?"
Borbo Saturday January 16th, 1999 2:03:05 PM
Waits for an answer from the newcomer.
Draax Saturday January 16th, 1999 2:03:06 PM
Nods politely to K'isst and turns towards Darius trying to look everywhere at once to ensure that the newcomer is alone. Waits to hear the answers from both K'isst and the newcomer.
Sedar Saturday January 16th, 1999 2:03:07 PM
sheathing his weapon as he hears K'isst's words and looks over the scene, Sedar then approaches and greets her "I glad to see that you are well, K'isst" quickly glances back at the figure on the stairs and sees his companions have things in hand ,he continues with K'isst "just what has happened during our short absence from here. Are there many more who have been hurt, and how can we help each other, we do not have much time now."
K'isst Sunday January 17th, 1999 2:02:59 PM
K'isst courtesies to Darius and then turns her attention to Rond the Mighty and Sedar the Brave. She speaks into a stone that translates what she says. "We have held this position since your departure. Twice the Sons of Dread have assaulted our position. The first time was just a probe. They tried a few spells, tested us and fell back. The second time they hit us with some powerful magic that we were able with the help of the Shaman to survive. They lost two of their number. One was captured, but used his own magic to kill himself rather than be interogated by our ancestors." She pauses. "We lost four brave trogs." She pauses again her eyes sparkle in a strange exotic way as she weeps for the departed. "But come, you must speak with the Elders and a bonding must be accomplished! This way!"
Rond Sunday January 17th, 1999 2:03:00 PM
Seeing that K'sst shows no apprehension for the stranger, Rond turns and follows.
DM Sunday January 17th, 1999 2:03:01 PM
She swirls her cloak and heads further into the crypt. Her guards fall in two on either side of her and the rest respectfully behind the party. She leads the party through a diamond shaped room with a statue of an angry wizard in it's center and enters a passage on the left. This passage eventually turns left again traversing a large chamber filled with statues of warriors, each older than the one in front of it. Beyond that, the passage gradually descends to a lower level as it curves to the left 180 degrees. The sound of running water begins to be heard. There a fantastic sight is experienced as the corridor walls are replaced by twin waterfalls on either side of the passage. The sound is almost overwhelming! There she calls quick halt and turns around to see that everyone makes it through the waterfall without mishap. She smiles sheepishly. (Just for fun, everyone roll a dex check to traverse this slick and dangerous area.)
Branze Bones Sunday January 17th, 1999 2:03:02 PM
Walking behind the Trogs and waiting for a reply from the new member of this mission he begins sighting a prayer. "To he who is strong and couragous. To he who is right and just. To he who grants victory and honor. To he who leads are hand in the fight. Let Domi guide are mission to sucess and allow us a brave and couragous victory against the forces of doom Let us not stray from the rightous path of virtue on are quest and Domi shall grant us Sucess." he finishes his chanting and begins to cross the passage under the waterfall.
Borbo Sunday January 17th, 1999 2:03:03 PM
Since it looks like they aren't going to fight, Borbo introduces himself to the newcomer, "Welcome. Welcome. I'm Borbo." Then he follows along while trying to memorize the way. He thanks the gods once again for his Stoutish heritage for he imagines without he would have been lost long ago. Upon arriving at the waterfall he gapes in awe just before skipping across with ease (6).
Sedar Sunday January 17th, 1999 2:03:04 PM
grey colors blending into the shadows of the torches flickering, Sedar casually follows along. "Darius....I'm known as Sedar, a mage...well met, your help is welcomed and needed." ....(rolls 9) ......walks confidently across without mishap, smiles at K'isst....then looks back to see how the others do.
Draax Sunday January 17th, 1999 2:03:05 PM
A little distracted by the beauty of the waterfalls Draax walks slipping and sliding across the walkway (roll 14), but makes it across.
Darius Sunday January 17th, 1999 2:03:06 PM
Darius nods to the one's who introduce themselves. He pulls back his hood, revealing a human male, of around sixteen years of age. To Sedar he bow's slightly "I am an apprentice necromancer, and I heard of your quest from my master. He is a necromancer of some slight power, but is too old to journey, so sent me here to help you. He felt that this smelled of evil necromancy, and he believe's, as I do, that our art had enough of an evil reputation without this act being attributed to us." With the introduction's done, he follow's K'isst making it across the waterfall easily. (rolled a 3)
Darius Sunday January 17th, 1999 2:03:07 PM
(Sorry, this part got left out of the last post) As Darius begin's his descent into the dungeon, a half grown puppy run's down the stairs. The puppy, a german-shepard, reaches Darius's side, who then scratches the dog's head absently before continuing on his way. The dog wag's his tail but remains silent as he follow's his master.
Branze Bones Sunday January 17th, 1999 2:03:08 PM
((rolls a 9))
Rond Monday January 18th, 1999 2:02:59 PM
Rond will walk across, and as always, marveling at the majestic nature of the place (rolled 11).
K'isst Monday January 18th, 1999 2:03:00 PM
K'isst casually puts her arms around Sedar and Rond and pitching her voice so that the waterfall keeps any but these two from hearing what she says speaks. "I think your new guys are keepers. Congratulations." She then kisses each lightly on the cheek which seems to preturb the guards who didn't know where to stand while she fratanizes with the surface dwellers. She grins a smile of one who knows she has just created lots of trouble for herself.
C'haad, K'isst's personal guard Monday January 18th, 1999 2:03:01 PM
C'haad face flushed says, "My princess, it's one thing to welcome the surface dwellers, but my princess! They are surface dwellers! They are not of the cleansed! Think of your position, your betrothal! The reputation of our whole tribe! You flaunt yourself before these strangers!"
K'isst Monday January 18th, 1999 2:03:02 PM
"Do not presume to speak to me in such a way! You are jealous because I did not choose you!" She steps defensively behind Sedar and Rond.
C'haad Monday January 18th, 1999 2:03:03 PM
C'haad takes a step forward, threatening. He growls, his huge shadow reflecting off of the waterfalls in the torchlight.
Branze Bones Monday January 18th, 1999 2:03:04 PM
Seeing the threat the trog presents he reaches down for the hilt of his sword put not yet ready to pull it.
Sedar the Charmed Monday January 18th, 1999 2:03:05 PM
The 1/2 Elf playfully accepts K'isst's friendly embrace. Adding a wink and smile after the bodyguard's comment. ..."Well Princess, we shall continue to see what our future holds for all of us."......enjoying the moment as he gives the large Ranger a friendly nudge forward, and then follows along with the K'isst and Rond. ....bethrothed..?...hmmm....looks over his shoulder to see his new companions expressions. .."come on fellows...we have work ahead and the clock is ticking.."...smiles again...
Draax Monday January 18th, 1999 2:03:06 PM
Looks at the affection shown between K'isst, Rond, and Sedar with a puzzled look on his face. Not exactly sure of what's going on, but is too embarrassed by his ignorance to ask. Reacts to the threat made my C'haad by taking a step toward him. After hearing Sedar's comments Draax relaxes a little, but waits to see if the bodyguard makes a hostile action against anyone in the party. If the bodyguard backs down, Draax will continue to keep an eye on C'haad and his hand to close to his sword whenever the bodyguard is around.
Borbo Monday January 18th, 1999 2:03:07 PM
All smiles and grins, Borbo walks up to the guards and sticks out his hand to shake, "Well met Chad, I'm Borbo. So how does a surface dweller go about being cleansed? Is it kind of like a bath? Do you guys make your own soap down here?"
Darius Monday January 18th, 1999 2:03:08 PM
Darius looks at C'haad and narrows his eye's warily. He call's to mind his magic missle spell, and slowly reaches into his coat, seeming to scratch an itch, but actually gripping the spell components necessarry to cast the spell, and awaits any hostile acts by the guard. Canine, Darius's dog, sensing his master's tension, growls deeply, his hackle's rising.
Rond Tuesday January 19th, 1999 2:02:59 PM
"Peace. There are bigger things a foot at the moment. We must first assure the Princess OF a future!" (what does one think of the wizard of oz and the yellow brick road, right now! :) ;) )
K'isst Wednesday January 20th, 1999 2:02:59 PM
While lightly stroking Rond's and Sedar's shoulders, K'isst tells C'haad, in an obviously fake pout, "Yes, C'haad, we must insure my future, mustn't we?"
DM Wednesday January 20th, 1999 2:03:00 PM
C'haad begins to turn an interesting shade of green, his skin losing most of its glossy sheen. Although its strong, you can only guess what emotion he is showing.
C'haad Wednesday January 20th, 1999 2:03:01 PM
Ignoring the inconsequential halfling, C'haad keeps his slitted eyes on K'isst. "I am shocked that you would think I was jealous! I look for one worthy of the Prime Slayer's companionship!" With a moments glance at Darius, he adds, "I simply suggest that you look for one with enough sense to know his opposition before he accepts a challenge."
Borbo Wednesday January 20th, 1999 2:03:02 PM
"Okay, okay, we've had our fun. Let's remember that we all want to stop the cursed Sons of Bread."
Rond Wednesday January 20th, 1999 2:03:03 PM
"Come, it is this way, is it not, to the awaiting Elders?" Trying to pick the most likely direction.
Draax Wednesday January 20th, 1999 2:03:04 PM
"Yes, lets do what we came here to do" following behind Rond.
Branze Bones Wednesday January 20th, 1999 2:03:05 PM
Seeing the tension ease when the trog called chaad walks off, Branze removes his grip from the sword hilt. Noticing how the trog and his princess try and make each other jealous he assumes there is some emotion there and decides he best not test it. Walking behind the group in rear guartd position he quietly follows along, occasionally looking over his shoulder for any signs of them being followed.
Darius Wednesday January 20th, 1999 2:03:06 PM
Darius frown's slightly, and remove's his hand from his robe. He pull's the hood of his robe up and he and Canine follow the group wherever they go.
DM Wednesday January 20th, 1999 2:03:07 PM
Just as before, eight trogs jump through the waterfall onto the bridge after everyone crosses. This time, however, four of them head back towards the surface. With a few gestures from C'haad, you resume your travels down into the earth as K'isst and C'haad continue to argue, unceasing, unrelenting, unbearable. Most of their chatter is easily ignored, but a few phrases catch your attention. K'isst: "Was I the challenge you referred to?"... C'haad: "... trade the temple for the body...", C'haad: "...the death of their kind...", K'isst: "... Sedar looks pretty good wearing nothing but mud ..." [this last rewarding Sedar a glare of hatred from C'haad]. Eventually, the party reaches a sideless bridge, overlooking rapids some 30' below. "Careful! Be VERY careful!" K'isst unnecessarily warns. Once across, the group descends down some steps and through a door ending up in a clearing in front of the underground rapids. Several guards are present, all with hands on weapons. C'haad nods at one, who pulls out a horn and sounds a sorrowful note. After a few minutes, you make out a raft, using ropes secured to the walls, pulling itself upstream. After a moment you realize that neither C'haad nor K'isst has said a word since you descended the stairs.
Borbo Wednesday January 20th, 1999 2:03:08 PM
begins to whistle
Darius Wednesday January 20th, 1999 2:03:09 PM
Darius stands in the back of the group silently, watching for any possible trouble, not trusting Chad in the least.
Draax Wednesday January 20th, 1999 2:03:10 PM
Observes silently.
Branze Bones Wednesday January 20th, 1999 2:03:11 PM
"Great a raft, well it had to be a raft didnt it. Did i ever tell you guys i cant swim." says Branze as he watches the raft approach the group and now wonders where they are going to be taken.
Rond Thursday January 21st, 1999 2:02:59 PM
Rond will wait patiently with everyone else.
Sedar the Thursday January 21st, 1999 2:03:00 PM
Outwardly showing no expression of the overheard converstion between the princess and her oversized bodyguard, ignoring the show of hatred. The Mage follows along with the Ranger till the rafts. ..thinking to himself.... ..challenge.? ...Primeslayer.? ...opposition.?.. .trade the temple ...body of.? .... going to be interesting.!!.. who is playing with who.. ??? watch yourself Sedar............
K'ill Thursday January 21st, 1999 2:03:01 PM
A extremely large Trog who seems to be in charge of the raft says, "K'isst, my princess. You've found them. Praise Holy Nyral!"
K'isst Friday January 22nd, 1999 2:02:59 PM
"Yes, K'ill. Take us to father and the elders. Decisions must be made. Agreements forged." She turns to the party, "Come." She steps carefully onto the raft. As she does so, she trips spinning into K'ill. He catches her grabbing her in an embarrasing location. He blushes. She smiles in a conniving manner. "Thank you K'ill" she croons as she looks at C'haad with ice cold eyes.
DM Friday January 22nd, 1999 2:03:00 PM
After everyone is aboard, K'ill gives the command and the four ropemen begin to let the raft repel downstream using a series of ropes and pulleys to keep the raft under control amongst the incredible rapids. The raft descends into the darkness. The trip lasts about half an hour. Towards the end the plummeting underground river passes several islands. It approaches the last and moors against a wharf next to 4 or 5 other rafts.
K'isst Friday January 22nd, 1999 2:03:01 PM
As both K'ill and C'haad move forward to take the position of leadership, K'isst removes her hood and preempts both males by stepping ashore (showing much leg to the derision of some female trogs watching) and says, "Prepare the way! I return with the surface dwellers to accomplish our salvation. They have proven themselves worthy."
DM Friday January 22nd, 1999 2:03:02 PM
The party is led across the island. It is beautiful. The colors of the wild plants are extremely vivid under the light of the glowglobes. Every inch of the island has been cultivated into a garden of incredible magnificence. No stone is out of place. Here and there ugly Trogolodyte men court the beautiful Trogolodyte women with great love and tenderness. Those who are on work shift, toil and sweat gardening and tending to the small chicken like creatures that roam free. Trog children stop and stare at your strangeness as you pass. There seems to be a hint of elven techniques in the picky way that the Trogs care for their community and homes.
Darius Friday January 22nd, 1999 2:03:03 PM
Darius pull's the hood of his robe back, and calmly follow's the group's leaders. After a moment or two, he falls back (or moves forward) to stand next to Sedar and begins to speak in a quiet voice. "Sir mage, I have a request to make.. I was wondering if you have a spell of protection that you could cast upon my familiar. He is vulnerable here, and I do not want him harmed if I could help it. Unfortunately, I do not have any spells that can protect him from harm.." He then keep's pace with Sedar until he get's a response, occasionally smiling at any female trog's that look his way.
Branze Bones Friday January 22nd, 1999 2:03:04 PM
Looking about the well organized village the warrior priest can see the structures for what they are. Beautiful but also functional for defense. The island home would make it extremely diffucult for an enemy to take this island without a high cost. His admirring look around the village does not include the trog woman. Which Branze does not find the least bit attractive. He wonders quietly to himself how the other men amognst the group can look at lizard woman with longing. "So K'isst." he says finally speaking up. "Tell us what is required of us to be the saviors your people hope we shall be?'
Sedar the mage Friday January 22nd, 1999 2:03:05 PM
After stepping out of the raft the 1/2 elf follows with his companions. Watching the exchanges between the princess and the two large trogs with curiousity. Replies to Darius "I may have something to help the little fellow, but will need some time to study. I hope we can afford alittle after our journey here. I'll do what I can" .. reaches down to scratch the dog between the ears ... " maybe you can tell me a little about how you can to find him later..." smiles as he sees the joyful enviroment that the trogs enjoy. ........ thinking to himself...K'isst is really up to something here..playing many against each other. ,,.. this trogs are getting huge, They tower over himself. Sedar will study to change his memorized spells when he finds some time.
Draax Friday January 22nd, 1999 2:03:06 PM
Following the others off of the raft, looks about the trog community and notices how similar it is to some of the elven surface communities that he had visited. He wonders how these creatures can be this intelligence and organized. Feeling totally out of his element and not having any experience with the trogs and their ways, Draax hopes that he will not do anything to offend them or hinder the mission. Saying in a low voice to no one in particular "From one surprise to another, what's next?"
Rond (still assuming no dm posts on weekends) Friday January 22nd, 1999 2:03:07 PM
Rond will gaze about the landscape and just take it all in. "K'isst, can you tell me more of your people and what goes on here? Or do we not have enought time before we see your father?"
Borbo Friday January 22nd, 1999 2:03:08 PM
With hands in his pockets Borbo continues to whistle like he's seen it all before. In reality he can't believe he's standing in a community of troglodytes that live in the local graveyard, and he tries desperately to look at everything without appearing to do so.
Sedar Friday January 22nd, 1999 2:03:09 PM
Quietly waiting to follow along.
Shaman Friday January 22nd, 1999 2:03:10 PM
A grotesque Trog comes forward. He bends over at the waist, his rhemutism preventing him from standing up straight. He is dressed in colorful leather, died many colors. His toothless grin welcomes you and then becomes serious. "Welcome once again to our humble homes. Come honored ones. The elders await. Then, if all is agreed, you may eat, rest and prepare as shall we. Come. Come."
DM Sunday January 24th, 1999 2:02:59 PM
The Trogspeople part creating a walkway between them. K'isst, with her two huge consorts at her heels, plunges ahead after the Shaman. She smiles seductively at Sedar as she passes. K'ill sees this and turns growling at the 1/2 elf.
Borbo Sunday January 24th, 1999 2:03:00 PM
Borbo stops whistling when the meet the Shaman. He eagerly introduces himself and then follows along quietly.
Branze Bones Sunday January 24th, 1999 2:03:01 PM
Follows along trying to see signs of holy symbols he would reconize. Wondering if the underdwellars had there own gods that answered there prayers.
Darius Sunday January 24th, 1999 2:03:02 PM
Darius follow's the shaman lost in thought.
Sedar the troubled Sunday January 24th, 1999 2:03:03 PM
Sedar slyly shakes his head as K'isst passes, knowing the game she plays. Looking upward at the towering trog, the Mage returns K'ill's growl, although probably not much of in comparison. Turning to his companions... "I wonder what's bothering him, that was rather rude, don't you think..." smiles quickly then follows to the elders.
Draax Sunday January 24th, 1999 2:03:04 PM
looks at Sedar and K'isst wondering if there is something going on between those two. Smiles at Sedar's comments and replies "maybe that's a sign of affection" follows behind laughing quietly to himself.
Rond Sunday January 24th, 1999 2:03:05 PM
This is not spoken aloud for everyone in the square to hear, but at least aloud enough for the humans to hear, and possibly for K'sst and her escort. I'd need feedback on which would be the safer to do. "I fear we are not known here well enough, to participate in the local politics. I do not wish to make any my enemy here." Rond will follow the Shaman
DM Monday January 25th, 1999 2:02:59 PM
The Shaman leads the party through to the center of the village. The group approaches an ancient old lean to that sits next to the Ancients Cottage. There is no front wall. The elders sit here on the floor set to formally receive the party. The Shaman leads the party to the elders and stops. The rest of the town makes a huge semi-circle and settles in to listen to this historic meeting.
DM cont. Monday January 25th, 1999 2:03:00 PM
K'isst moves forward to address the elders and Ch'aad grabs her arm, whirls her about and slaps her hard. "Not your place, princess. Place your speaking stone and take your place." K'isst seethes staring at him for a bit, but does as he says. K'ill nods in approval. Ch'aad bows to the elders and sits in front of them. He speaks loudly, "I bring the heroes from the surface world. They have proven themselves worthy and trustworthy. Hear their words and deeds." The lead elder nods his head and makes a ceremonial movement of his arm. Chaad motions for the party to sit with him. The lead elder speaks and the stone repeats the words, "What to do want of us Trogs/Elves/Mistake?" The last word the stone translates by saying all three hyphanated words at the same time.
Borbo Monday January 25th, 1999 2:03:01 PM
Starts to sit down like the elders and then notices that no one else sits and stands back up quickly. He looks rather embarrassed but speaks anyway. "Pleased to meet you gents. I'm Borbo... from up top. These fellows," he waves his hand to indicate the party, "are mighty heroes. Not me myself neccessarily. Brave perhaps. But mighty? I mean just look at me. I'm pretty small. I'm stonger than I look though. It's just that I wouldn't go so far as to call myself mighty. Now that Chad fellow he's certainly mighty..." Borbo realizes that he's rambling, "And so anyway, where here to stop the Sons of Dread from their evil plan. Can't be letting people run about carrying out evil plans. It's just not right you know?"
Branze Bones Monday January 25th, 1999 2:03:02 PM
"I am here to defeat the enemy, the brothers of doom. My god has choosen me to accept this mission and to save your village from being destroyed by there evil magic." he says with respect and allowing the stone time to translate his words. "I will honor they will elders on this, but the brother hood must be stopped." he bows as chaad did and steps back to allow the others a chance to speak.
Darius Monday January 25th, 1999 2:03:03 PM
Darius steps forward and bow's deeply before speaking. "I am here to stop the evil which is about to be done. For both the sake of the live's that will be lost, and the damage it may do to my profession, and way of life." He again bow's and steps back into the group.
Sedar Monday January 25th, 1999 2:03:04 PM
The 1/2 elf steps forward with a bow and speaks to the Elders "As you know of our last meeting here. We are in search of the body of Mengor. With it we can bring an end to this coming evil, by destroying that which focuses it, The Body...... your knowledge of where it may lie will be invaluble in that search..... my thanks." With another bow he retreats a step back and sits down.
Draax Monday January 25th, 1999 2:03:05 PM
Steps forward, bows, and speak to the Elders "I am Andraaxius Slowblade, I am here with my comrades to fight this great evil. Although I have not prior deeds to boast about, my heart and desire to destroy this thing is great and I will fight it to the end. I am at your service." Steps back and waits.
Rond (sorry for being a little late Jerry) Monday January 25th, 1999 2:03:06 PM
Rond will step forward,"I believe what everyone here is saying, is that we are here to stop the Sons of Dread and the evil that they represent, since this threatens all gentle beings. Last time we (indicating Sedar) were down here, you had mentioned that there was a place or a way that you could help us. I believe we have the people now to move forward with our plans."
DM Tuesday January 26th, 1999 2:02:59 PM
The Shaman waits for everyone to give their view. When Rond finishes speaking, the shaman looks around at the elders; all seem to be in agreement.
Elder Tuesday January 26th, 1999 2:03:00 PM
The shaman gives each of you a soul piercing look, then nods to the lead elder who begins speaking again. "We are well pleased you speak against evil and follow your cause only for goodness sake." Searching for the right words to convey his thoughts to out-worlders, he continues, "We wish to know what costs you are willing to pay... would you fight evil at all costs, wherever it is found? Please discuss and know what answer you give."
Ch'aad Tuesday January 26th, 1999 2:03:01 PM
As if on cue, Ch'aad stands and walks to the Interpreter Stone. "Turn the stone back over when you know what you wish to say. Until that time, we will not be able to perceive you words." He kneels down and turns the stone over, whispering what probably is a command word. All the Trog's speech is instantly unintelligible.
Borbo Tuesday January 26th, 1999 2:03:02 PM
"I really have to find a rock like that. My answer is I would do everything within my power to stop evil. I wouldn't just give my life away vainly if there was no chance of stopping it. Say if three red dragons attacked me, I'd try to hide. No point in just being stupid. But if I found a red dragon egg, I'd break it even though the mother would kill me if she caught me. At least there you have a chance. Know what I'm saying?"
Draax Tuesday January 26th, 1999 2:03:03 PM
Steps forward, take a deep breath, and begin speaking "I will put my life on the line for a chance to stop evil or prevent it from spreading. I will not throw my life away on a hopeless cause if I can help it. I believe staying alive and fight evil is as important as risking your life to prevent it. If you are asking would I WILLINGLY give my life to stop evil, the answer would have to be no. I am willing to die to stop it, but I will not die willingly. I will fight it until my last breath and even from the grave it I could achieve it. If you are not sure what I am talking about I can summarize it in three words I AM HERE" looks at the Elders proudly while saying the last three words. Takes a step back after a momentary pause.
Rond Wednesday January 27th, 1999 2:02:59 PM
Rond will bow to the Trogs as a sign of respect. And then turn his attention on the party. "I believe this means it is party discussion time. Anybody have any particular qualms about not giving their life away, if the situation demanded it? I think they are looking for everyone in the party to agree to one statement. Something like we are pledged to fight the Sons of Dread, in order to stop the impending doom. In order to accomplish that, we may not or cannot retreat from them. We will have to try with all our hearts to overcome this great evil. Now if they are talking about all evil, that's something different. I do not know if they might be trying to get some kind of trade, or something from the town. It would be something that I would at least try to ask about. (Jerry with this being free form discussion for the group, does that mean we should post as many messages per day/hour until party consensus to turn the stone back over? so that we can get the discussion over with fairly quickly! :) )
Darius Wednesday January 27th, 1999 2:03:00 PM
"I am not a suspicious person by nature, so I believe that they just want to know how serious we are.. Will we fight through whatever come's our way," remembering the analogy about the three red dragons, "within reason, or will we run with our proverbial tail's between our leg's at the first bit of trouble that is not easily overcome with a single swing of the sword, or with a single spell cast.."
Sedar Wednesday January 27th, 1999 2:03:01 PM
Rising and turns to face the band..."I agree with Draaxx..I will not die willing but will fight to my last breath against evil." with a look of approval/respect towards Draaxx. " But everyone must remember one thing ..... if we do not succeed the repercussion from the magic will destroy all that is here and above ... so we must go to the last" glances around to see the expression on his companions faces ... "TO THE LAST !"
Branze Bones Wednesday January 27th, 1999 2:03:02 PM
"As you all know i am a brother of Domi. To fight injustice and stay with the rightous cause i will do anything. If i must lay down my life it is the way i have choosen. Once the path of war and soldiery is taken one does not expect to live forever. If it comes to three great reds then i will lay down my life so you all may escape. This is the path i have choosen this is tha path Domi sets me on. So if it comes down to it and it is needed then i will die with the glory of Domi in my heart and my sword in my hand!" he finishes his half sermon with a booming voice meant to inspire the group to great deads in the name of good.
DM Thursday January 28th, 1999 2:02:59 PM
Although Draax may have spoken to the elders, he gets no response other than a ripple of skin color from a couple of them -- unless you count the kids in the outside ring who laugh at his theatrics... but they're quickly quieted by their parents. The elders continue to watch you carefully, but don't appear to understand your words.
Borbo Thursday January 28th, 1999 2:03:00 PM
"Sounds like we agree that we'll fight evil. We've all said we'll fight it to the death. Some of us may have qualified that a bit, but I think that telling them that we all would fight evil to the death would be a sufficient response. I mean we all knew death was a possibility for some died on the last mission. We were all prepared to meet similar deaths, but of course we'd all prepare to kill the bad guys instead... Shall we flip the thing over?"
Draax Thursday January 28th, 1999 2:03:01 PM
Noticing that he got no reaction from the Elders, Draax turns his full attention to his comrades. As he listen to the others comments, he feels proud to be associated with men of such conviction. Their words has reinforced his belief that coming down here was the right thing to do. Says to the others with a strong voice " We all agree that we are here to see this thing through to the end one way or another, but I think we all knew that when we began this quest and I think the trog knows this as well. So I am wondering is there something else that they want from us besides our statements of commitment?"
Branze Bones Thursday January 28th, 1999 2:03:02 PM
Walking over to the stone he turns it over and says the groups wishes. "We all agree we will lay down are lives to fight the brothers of doom. We understood the risk of this mission once we entered the tomb and are ready for what lays ahead." he states with respect to the elders and bows depply when finished.
Sedar Thursday January 28th, 1999 2:03:03 PM
Nodding in agreement as Brother Bones speaks for the group. .."Thank you Branze,.. well spoken." The 1/2 elf's voice sounding of respect.
Darius Thursday January 28th, 1999 2:03:04 PM
Darius nod's slightly and absently pet's Canine's head while waiting for a response from the elders.
Draax Thursday January 28th, 1999 2:03:05 PM
Smiles and nods approvingly as Brother Bones addresses the Elders. When Brother Bones completes his statement Draax watches the Elders for their reactions.
Borbo Thursday January 28th, 1999 2:03:06 PM
Borbo's head bobs up and down rapidly in obvious agreement.
Rond Thursday January 28th, 1999 2:03:07 PM
Rond will nod in agreement and wait for the elders next words.
The Elders Thursday January 28th, 1999 2:03:08 PM
The elders look solemnly at each other making seeming to communicate something important to each other simply by their lack of spoken or non-verbal communication. The eldest of them stands. He is frail and very old, but carries a wisdom in his eyes that makes them seem to shine. He takes a few steps forward and stumbles.
K'isst Thursday January 28th, 1999 2:03:09 PM
K'isst rushes forward and says "Father. No!"
Chief Elder Thursday January 28th, 1999 2:03:10 PM
The old man smiles and slowly caresses her cheek. "This way you are free my beloved daughter. Go! Be happy." He then pushes away from her and two soldiers come and hold her at bay.
K'isst Thursday January 28th, 1999 2:03:11 PM
"No! Father! Nooooooooo! I'll stay! I'll submit to the cleansing!I'll....I'll....I'll marry whom you choose!" Her father seems not to hear her as he approaches the party seeming to drain away his strength with each step.
Other Chiefs Thursday January 28th, 1999 2:03:12 PM
The other chiefs rise. One speaks. "H'ollo, are you determined to do this?" Chief H'ollo turns to look at the elders for a moment. Then he spits on his hands and rubs them vigorously. Each elder in turn also spits on their hands and then turns away and sits down pulling his hood over his head. The crowd also turns away from him spitting in their hands as their elder has done. Chief H'ollo turns to each of you in turn and says, "Accept my blessing. Thou are worthy." He holds out his hands and reaches out to the group.
K'isst Saturday January 30th, 1999 2:02:59 PM
Whispers, "Father Dear, I love....always have. Honor to you."
Branze bones Saturday January 30th, 1999 2:03:00 PM
Steps foward to accept the blessing.
Draax Saturday January 30th, 1999 2:03:01 PM
Not exactly sure of what just happened, but still steps forward to accept the blessing.
Borbo Saturday January 30th, 1999 2:03:02 PM
Steps forward, "Pleased to meet you Hollow." Then with a wave of his hand, "What's all that about?"
Darius Saturday January 30th, 1999 2:03:03 PM
Darius nods solemly, and bow's deeply toward's the elder, not knowing what's happened, but knowing it was major, and has some tragic rammification's. "Thank you your m'lord, I accept this blessing and hope that I am worthy of the honor."
Sedar Saturday January 30th, 1999 2:03:04 PM
Silently steps forward to accept the blessing ......the unknown and the seriousness of the moment ...... making his steps uncertain ...... thoughts cease as silence reigns in his mind.
Rond (by Jerry) Saturday January 30th, 1999 2:03:05 PM
Rond, confused, and trying to remember if this is the proper response, tries to sort out everything he has learned from this strange civilization. After everyone else has stepped forward, he reluctantly does the same.
DM Sunday January 31st, 1999 2:02:59 PM
As each of you are touched by the elder, a golden glow surrounds each of you as you absorb a portion of the spirit of this mighty elder. (All THACOS are improved by 3, All saves improved by 3. All hit points are increased by 5.) The high elder collapses, spent.
New High Elder Sunday January 31st, 1999 2:03:00 PM
One of the elders says, "The gift is given. Long may he reign with the ancestors of our people. You have been blessed. Now go! K'isst will show you the tomb. After you have completed that task, our warriors will join you as you open the way that is closed to us and restore to us our temple."
K'isst Sunday January 31st, 1999 2:03:01 PM
"Thanks you elder for my....freedom. If I ever do bear a child, he or she will be brought here for upbringing. The family line will continue. I have spoken."
The New High Elder Sunday January 31st, 1999 2:03:02 PM
"Go my child. Be happy. Find the fortune you could not find amongst your people."
The New High Elder Sunday January 31st, 1999 2:03:03 PM
"Go my child. Be happy. Find the fortune you could not find amongst your people."
K'isst Sunday January 31st, 1999 2:03:04 PM
"Come. Let us be on our way." K'isst leads the way to the rafts as the Trogs sing a sad song of leaving. The stone translates. "The cold river flows. It flows on. It flows on under the sea. It flows on under the sea to the place where the ancestors rule. Across under the sea. Farewell till we all meet then...under the sea. "
Rond Sunday January 31st, 1999 2:03:05 PM
Rond will very nervously glance back and forth between K'isst and her 'Father' as far as he can tell. But he'll be ready to accept the blessing.
Draax Sunday January 31st, 1999 2:03:06 PM
Reaches out to the Elder and feels the energy flowing into him. Smiles as he looks around and notices that his comrades are also receiving the benefits of the Elder's blessing. The smile on his face soon turns to a look of horror as the old Elder collapses. Draax stands speechless looking down at the elder's body, shocked, amazed, and honored that the old trog would make such a sacrifice in the name of their cause. Follows K'isst to the raft walking in a dazed like state, trying to come to terms with what just happened.
Borbo Sunday January 31st, 1999 2:03:07 PM
Borbo stands completely stunned for a few moments. Then he follows K'isst and quietly asks, "What was his name?"
Branze Bones Sunday January 31st, 1999 2:03:08 PM
Feeling the strange surge of power flow through his body with the blessing he closes his eyes and prays. After reopening his eyes he sees the party following K'sst and he trails behind awed at the power the high elder held with its god. "Yes lets get to this tomb time is running short."
K'isst Monday February 1st, 1999 2:02:59 PM
"His name was H'ollo." She pulls her hood over her tearing face.
DM Monday February 1st, 1999 2:03:00 PM
Once everyone is on the raft, the guards pull it upstream once again to the landing taking about 30 minutes. The casters in the group begin to feel rested as if waking from a peaceful nights sleep. All exit the raft onto the landing.
K'isst Monday February 1st, 1999 2:03:01 PM
Those of you who need to prepare spells and such should do so. You may study here or up the stairs a bit if the water hinders your concentration. I'll guard the top of the stairs and give a shout it anything comes.
Sedar Monday February 1st, 1999 2:03:02 PM
Before sittng upon the stairs, deft gestures, arcane words blend together. Sedar then sits down in thought as he begins to become fixated in his precious Book.
Darius Monday February 1st, 1999 2:03:03 PM
Darius follow's quietly, in a slight state of shock at the power that had been given to him. After getting off the raft, he sit's down by the water and start's meditating, trying to regain his composure for the trial's to come.
Rond Monday February 1st, 1999 2:03:04 PM
Rond would like to catch K'isst in a personal moment, in order to ask her if she would help him honor her father in her people's way if it is appropriate. This is what Rond will do while waiting for the spell casters.
Draax Monday February 1st, 1999 2:03:05 PM
Exits the raft and sits a little away from the spell casters to be sure that he does not disturb them, pulls out an oiled rag and begins cleaning and oiling his sword and daggers. After his weapons are taken care of, he begins taking an inventory of his supplies ensuring that he can get to any item when he need to.
Borbo Monday February 1st, 1999 2:03:06 PM
Borbo pulls out a pipe with an absurdly long stem, and lost in thought, he begins to puff away as he waits.
Branze Bones Monday February 1st, 1999 2:03:07 PM
"THank you for your assiastance, i hope not to let you down." he says in a somber voice respecting there loss. As he turns and walks towards the stairs he with draws his sword and plants it in the earth. Taking one knee and closing his eyes he begins to pray.
K'isst Monday February 1st, 1999 2:03:08 PM
Fighting tears again, K'isst answers Rond, "You honored H'ollo when you accepted his blessing. You will honor our tribe when you help clense the temple." She sits in quiet reflection while the spell casters study, watching the river flow into the depths of the earth.
Rond Monday February 1st, 1999 2:03:09 PM
If we are not moving on Rond will ask K'isst " are you up to telling me more about your people. I did not get a chance to learn much that last time we were down" smiling
DM Jerry Monday February 1st, 1999 2:03:10 PM
300 years ago our people were simple Trogolodytes. Then came what is known to us as the visitation. An elven missionary of Donyra, L'Gacy, was pulled from the waters of The Flowing and made her home among us. Contrary to all the wisdom and advice of her people who ostracized her,she came to be one with us and us one with her. She saw the "beauty" inside our people. But most of all she saw the "beauty" inside our chief A'kshon. She mated with him and spent the rest of her days teaching us. We were forever changed. She was my great-grandmother. Her offspring have always been beautiful and blessed by her god Donyra whom we call by a different name. The females have been beautiful of form on the outside as she was. The males men of inner beauty as was their sire. Our culture has advanced under the sea these 300 years remaining faithful and blessed except for The Curse Above: Mengor. When his crypt digging broke through into our territory, L'gacy welcomed him. He killed her and enslaved us. Forcing us to dig his crypts and participate in his death experimentation. After his happy demise, we did our best to follow the teachings that L'gacy left for us. However, two things we could not do. We could not penetrate the magics to free our territory of his evil body, laid in rest; nor could we break through the magics he placed on our temple so as to worship as L'gacy had taught us. When you help us accomplish these deeds, we will truly become what destiny has intended. We are ready. We are worthy! Long live the Tribe of L'gacy!
Sedar Monday February 1st, 1999 2:03:11 PM
Finishing his work, then packing his things together. The Mage lays back to catch some ... zzzzzz .....awaiting the next leg of the journey.
Draax Monday February 1st, 1999 2:03:12 PM
Finishes doing his inventory, sits back and tries to get what rest he can before they have to move again.
Borbo Monday February 1st, 1999 2:03:13 PM
puff... puff...
Rond Monday February 1st, 1999 2:03:14 PM
That would explain many things.
Branze Bones Monday February 1st, 1999 2:03:15 PM
"I am ready now." he says as he finishes saying his prayers.
Borbo Monday February 1st, 1999 2:03:16 PM
Dumps the ashes out of his pipe and puts away, "Well let's go."
Darius Monday February 1st, 1999 2:03:17 PM
Darius snap's out of his shock in time to hear the story of the troglodyte tribe, and listens with rapt intrest. When the story come's to a close he stands up and announces that he is also ready to begin.
K'isst Thursday February 4th, 1999 2:02:59 PM
Following K'isst you once again cross familiar territory, going over the bridge with the river below you and onward to the waterfall bridge. "Here is where we begin." Pointing towards one of the waterfalls she says, "This one will be the easiest for you." She then jumps over the gap and disappears through the waterfall.
DM Thursday February 4th, 1999 2:03:00 PM
All who follow make a dex check for success.
Sedar the Nimble Thursday February 4th, 1999 2:03:01 PM
"Time to get a little wet..." with a excited grin, ear to ear, The Mage leaps through (dex chk (14)) "yahooooo.." As he comes through he glances around to take in the previously hidden path, making room of course for those who follow. "Where does this lesd K'isst"
Rond Thursday February 4th, 1999 2:03:02 PM
Rond crosses thru with no problem (4 and in the mail)
Branze Bones Thursday February 4th, 1999 2:03:03 PM
Clears the water fall with a lucky jump. As he gets to the other side he mumbles "Praise Domi."((rolled an 8))
Draax Thursday February 4th, 1999 2:03:04 PM
More sure of himself than the last time he had to cross a waterfall, Draax makes it with no problems (rolled a 6).
Borbo Thursday February 4th, 1999 2:03:05 PM
The halfling makes certain that his tobacco pouch is closed and takes a leap. He crosses easily and laughs as he splashes through the water (12).
sedar Thursday February 4th, 1999 2:03:06 PM
Begins to brush off wahat water he can .... "That was quite refreshing" watches as everyone else comes through "looks like we are all here"
DM Sunday February 7th, 1999 4:01:59 AM
A passage proceeds ahead for 20 feet and then stairs lead down to the right. The walls here have frescoes on them depicting different ways of dying. As you pass down the hallway the pictures become more graphic and the forms of death more gruesome.
K'isst Sunday February 7th, 1999 4:02:59 AM
"We must be careful. No one of our people who has ever gone down these stairs has ever returned to speak of the tale."
Rond Sunday February 7th, 1999 5:18:59 AM
"Then I think we should make our marching orders at this point."
Borbo Sunday February 7th, 1999 6:20:59 AM
Gulp. "No...no...no one? That sounds like pretty poor odds. I guess I'll go first. I can scout through the tunnels pretty well."
Draax Sunday February 7th, 1999 8:06:59 AM
"A marching order sounds good to me, just let me know where you want me"
Sedar the Mage Sunday February 7th, 1999 4:09:59 PM
"Good idea fellows.... Borbo why don't you scout ahead with Rond as backup. Draaxx I think rear guard could be a spot for your range of mixed talents. Brother Bones, K'isst, Darius, and myself will fill the middle to support ... ...how does that sound ?"
Branze Bones Sunday February 7th, 1999 6:21:59 PM
"Sounds good to me." if combat comes i can leand my help with spells then enter into it with my sword." he says while staring at the frescoes
Darius Sunday February 7th, 1999 9:56:59 PM
Darius nods and does a quick of his spell components. ((Sorry fer the missed replys guy's, I got real busy over the weekend, and just didn't remember the game))
K'isst Monday February 8th, 1999 3:43:59 AM
"That order sounds fine to me." She takes her place in the order and looks to see that her trident is unfastened and ready for action. She also pulls out a holy symbol in the form of a whistle from her cleavage and blows silently through it while making a swimming motion. "Everyone has now been blessed." (+1 to hit and +1 to saves vs. fear for the next short period of time.)
DM Monday February 8th, 1999 3:45:59 AM
The incredibly loud sound of the waterfall drowns out all but the loudest yells. The power of the water and its purity lessens the effect of the frescoes on the walls. Yet the stairs looks dark and unending.
Sedar Monday February 8th, 1999 5:49:59 AM
"Lets see what this fated Band of Windhorn can do against this Evil,... how much lead do you want Borbo ...?" throwing back his grey cloak the 1/2 elf prepares himself, curiously caressing the ring of Wardd's luck.
Rond Monday February 8th, 1999 6:00:59 AM
"Yes, that order is fine. I will have to rely on torchlight in order to see, but I can move quietly if needed, which I think it might since we should expect ambushes."
Draax Monday February 8th, 1999 7:44:59 AM
Draws sword and readies shield "Yes that order sound perfect to me, I will guard the rear, if I see or hear anything I will give a warning." Takes out some chalk from his backpack. "If no one disagrees I will place small chalk marking at 20 yards intervals. This may help us find our way back, the only problem is that it will be easy for others to track us. What do you think?" Looks to the others waiting on their answer.
Branze Bones Monday February 8th, 1999 3:25:59 PM
"Draxx i dont think thats such a great idea. Are enemies would no where we have been and easly track us or setup an ambush on are return if they figure out what they are." he says as he draws his sword and prepares to decend down the stairs. "Let us get down there and see whats in store for us."
Borbo Monday February 8th, 1999 3:47:59 PM
"Let's be off. Rond do you need a torch to see? Cause we might do a little better job of scouting if we aren't carrying a torch up front to announce our presence."
K'isst Monday February 8th, 1999 7:43:59 PM
Yelling over the sound of the falls, "Let Worthy Draax carry the light and Sir Rond can stay at the edge of the glow. Mister Borbo then can use the darkness. I'll go second. Also in the dark I fight as well as serve the goddess plus I don't need the torch. Trogs are blessed with darksight.
Rond Tuesday February 9th, 1999 1:43:59 AM
"K'isst I agree then. Let us be on. I would point out that the chalk probably will not make a difference since we are dealing with magic users.
Sedar Tuesday February 9th, 1999 3:20:59 AM
"then it's agreed. Lets get going. Borbo sets the pace.." anxiously awaiting.
Draax Tuesday February 9th, 1999 5:18:59 AM
Agreeing to the wisdom of brother Bones' and K'isst's comments, replaces the chalk for a torch. Holding a sword in one hand and a lighted torch in the other. Draax waits to follow the others down the stairs. "I am ready"
Draax Tuesday February 9th, 1999 5:20:59 AM
Agreeing to the wisdom of brother Bones' and K'isst's comments, replaces the chalk for a torch. Holding a sword in one hand and a lighted torch in the other. Draax waits to follow the others down the stairs. "I am ready"
DM Tuesday February 9th, 1999 5:45:59 AM
Suddenly you hear a change in the pitch of the falling water as three burly thugs jump through in unison all landing on their feet. Thugs #1 and #2 are in front. #3 is centered behind them. Their short swords are drawn and their faces grim. (Roll for surprise [d10-surprised on a 1 since Draax was watching for an attack. Draax doesn't have to roll. He is not surprised.] [The party has first initiative in Round 1. The Thugs AC is 5. Three may stand abrest in the hallway if the weapons are not rated "L."][Remember to use Irony for your dice rolls and send me a copy.])
Branze Bones Tuesday February 9th, 1999 6:12:59 AM
Whipping around at Draxx's warning cry and the splash of the water Branze has sword ready. Preparing at the temple his whole life for warfare had prepared him for suprise attacks at anytime. His sword strikes into one of the burly defenders and meets no resistance till it strikes hard into the flesh of the attacker. "Gurrr, Torn is thou honor and thy belly for trying to suprise one from behind." he shouts at the attacker as the battle is now joined.((6 points damage))
Thug #3, a halfling Tuesday February 9th, 1999 9:49:59 AM
The halfling thug in the back row shouts out, "Where is Borbo? His cousin Bill is here! And watch out for the mages behind us!" and attempts to cold cock Thug #1 on the head with the flat of his sword. He misses(8). Couldn't quite reach that high.
Rond Tuesday February 9th, 1999 11:35:59 AM
Rond is not surprised (8)and pulls out his sword. Rond shouts to be heard "It is now 7 against 2, do you wish to yield?" Rond will hold his attack until the first thug moves to attack. When and if the first attack comes, if there is room for Rond to engage, then he will move in.
Borbo Tuesday February 9th, 1999 4:11:59 PM
The unsuprised Borbo (6) squirms his way up front. He cries out, "Bill! Bill Troublefinder! Where have you been?" He throws three darts at thug #1 as he rushes forward. Two stick in the ugly fellow, but the third sails on by (14,16,9). The thug grimaces as he takes an incredible 2pts of damage.
Draax Tuesday February 9th, 1999 5:38:59 PM
After yelling a warning cry to his comrades, he anxiously moves to engage thug #2, swings wildly and misses (roll 4), trying to adjust to fighting with one hand and holding the torch high with the other.
Sedar Wednesday February 10th, 1999 1:35:59 AM
Not the least be surprised the composed Mage waits for the thug's backup to arrive knowing by Bill's warnibg shout. The 1/2 Elf readies a spell. When the mages show themselves, arcane gestures and words flow, and conscious thought ebbs from those who fail. ( Sedar will move to a location as to not include any Band members in area of affect, but things happen. )
Darius Wednesday February 10th, 1999 4:02:59 AM
Darius look's up, startled slightly, but recover's and, in a calm voice, call's a few word's of power while pointing at one of the thug's. A small beam of light lance's out, striking him doing slight damage. ((4 pts from Magic Missle))
DM Wednesday February 10th, 1999 6:23:59 AM
K'isst takes a deep breath and shouts "Die!" looking at Thug #2. (Command spell. save only if Intel. is 13+)
DM Wednesday February 10th, 1999 6:24:00 AM
(Results of Round 1 Party Initiative) (Ok, once I realized how limiting the combat was with a 10' wide hallway where only two could attack, I decided to make the landing next to the falls as wide as the falls which is 30' allowing all to go to the front row that wish to. :) Solves alot of problems and keeps me from telling some of you that your attacks didn't count. See I can be nice!) Branze attacks Thug #1. He growls in frustration and pain. After Bill attempts to hit #1, he turns mouth open for a moment and then faces Branze again. #2 Screams out, "Traitor! Bob is a traitor! He attacked Sandow! We need help!" #1, Sandow, answers Rond's demand for surrender saying, "You stinkin' 'venturer. Shuddup and die!" He turns to Borbo and spits at him in response to the darts. Sedar's spell was not designated and so does not come off. If we waited to find out what it was so it could be inserted, we'd have to wait another day to begin Round 2. Sorry Peer. Darius' missle strikes #2. Thug #2 Collapses unconscious from K'isst's Command Spell.
DM Wednesday February 10th, 1999 6:51:59 AM
(Round 1-Monster's Initiative)A voice from beyond the falls says, "Come." Thug #1 says, "We'll be back. If you wanna see sun, I'd leave 'nuff alone." He points at Bill. "You're a dead shortguy! Dead!" He turns and breaks contact jumping through the falls. (Borbo and Branze may roll even-odd (odd to get the attack) for a breaking attack since they are closed with Thug #1--see House Rules.
Rond Wednesday February 10th, 1999 3:30:59 PM
Provided the other thugs do not turn back, Rond will go over to tie up the unconscious thug.
Borbo Wednesday February 10th, 1999 3:35:59 PM
Borbo whips another dart at the fleeing thug (5 e/o). It strikes the coward in the back (12) for another whopping 2 points of damage.
Draax Wednesday February 10th, 1999 4:46:59 PM
Holding torch in one hand and sword in the other stands ready, waiting to see if there are any more surprises and trying to locate with his eyes where the voice(s) came from.
K'isst Thursday February 11th, 1999 3:47:59 AM
K'isst screaming in anger, runs forward and follows the Thugs, jumping through the water (dex check of 14 succeeds). Moments later, she pokes her head through and says, They are gone. But they this. She floats back through the waterfall easily and is standing on a floating shield. "It seems to obey thoughts. I landed on it. Any idea of what they were using it for?"
Sedar Thursday February 11th, 1999 5:46:59 AM
relaxes as K'isst tells of no more enemies. "must be a great way to travel easily over water, don't you think ?(grins).... nice toy" turning his attention to the bound thug and his fellow band members ...."so what shall we do with him ..any ideas ?" ....wondering how she looks all wet !!! 8)
Rond Thursday February 11th, 1999 5:52:59 AM
"It was probably something provided by the mages. It probably will not last."
Branze Bones Thursday February 11th, 1999 6:19:59 AM
"Cowards." he slams his sword back in its sheath. "Only cowards attack from behind and run with no honor." he says fuming. "It may be some strange trap K'ssst that they left for use to find and then have it harm us some how."
Draax Thursday February 11th, 1999 6:30:59 AM
Still trying to keep an eye out for more unfriendlies, responds to Sedar's comment about the thug, "maybe his items will give us a clue about him" hold torch near to illuminate thug.
Bill Troublefinder Thursday February 11th, 1999 8:37:59 AM
Bill says, "Back in a jiffy, I hope," dashes gracefully back through falls (dex check 7), looks to see if he can discern Sandow or any of the three mages (or the disks). To K'isst, he says, "Pardon me, ma'am. Believe it or not, I'm on your side."
Borbo Thursday February 11th, 1999 3:42:59 PM
Looks about to see if he can find any of his darts. "Why not ask Bill what they were for? He should know. Not because he enchanted it or anything. No. No. Because he was with them. Well I don't mean "with" them so much as he tricked them. Yes, he wasn't really a part of their group. I'm sure that Hiram Veril must have sent him. He... that is Bill... may have seen them... the shields, not Hiram... used, don't you know. Or maybe even used one himself." He looks up from his search, "Bill? Where'd he go? Just like the Troublefinders. Always running off when you want one."
Sedar Friday February 12th, 1999 4:19:59 AM
"Well I think we should keep moving ahead of those back stabbers... let's take the bound thug with us, we can glean some information from him, but he also a chance that he might give us away." He turns to Darius. "Any ideas on how to make him squeak or not?"
Rond Friday February 12th, 1999 6:58:59 AM
"Why not ask, first"
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