Trouble(dm sam) Saturday June 7th, 2003 9:47:49 AM
Brahmah's sarcasim being lost on him, Startail clears his throat, looks at Flat-Top, and says "We are going to war, so to speak. Since you could not keep an eye on the minotaurs, we will now have to hunt them down. It turns out that the Council had no knowelge of them being on the island, therefore that makes them here illegially and subject to banishment. Apperantly they are also the cause of all the grave robbing thats been going on, and thats punishable by death." his next words bring a smile to his face. "With your group's reputation, I expected better than just saving a couple of colts. I guess the 'Chosen' are not as powerful as everyone makes them out to be. Dont worry though," he says as he starts to leave, "We'll clean up your mess. Then we'll send their heads to the Minotaur ruling council and see what they think." then, as an afterthough, Startail says "Your job is done here. The Council orders that any non centaurs must leave the island in three days, no exceptions. The rest of you are welcome to say as long as you like." then Startail and his guard walk to the village's inn.
the others, after studying for a bit, realie that the scrolls contain spells on them that a wizard can cast(1st scroll - Blur, see invisibility, and knock at 3rd level, 2nd scroll - magic weapon and shield at 1st level, and 3rd scroll - enlarge and magic weapon at 1st level), but everything else will need alot more time(about a weeks worth) or identify spells cast on them to figure out what they are
Brahmah (dodge Startail) Saturday June 7th, 2003 5:41:22 PM
Before Startail leaves, Brahmah steps into the centaurs path. The smirk leaves the captain's face as he makes eye contact with Stasrtail to show that he IS NOT intimidated by him. "I will abide by your councils request to leave in three days, but as for the Chosen not being as 'powerful' as you thought... it doesn't matter what YOU think or believe anyway. Domi Chose us and not you. Domi looked into your heart and saw the hate consumed your common sense!"
He steps aside to let Startail pass. "You may go now, brother." As Startail leaves, Brahmah says one last thing. "You question our power, but it is not ours you're questioning, it is His! May Domi guide you." As Startail passes out of site, Brahmah turns back to the Chosen. "Idiot." "So...! whose up for some minoTaur rescue?! We have three days." The captain pauses thoughtfully. "Well, we have longer actually. We just can't get caught." He smiles dumbly.
"We need to send messages back to Hearthold Keep to let them know what is happening."
OOC: We have three days to find the Proudhorn and remove them from the island and remove ourselves too.
Ceira Saturday June 7th, 2003 6:35:19 PM
Ceira clenches her right fist and punches her left palm in frustration. "Arrogant little Centaur..." she grumbles to herself. "We'll show him who's powerful..." She goes back to take another good look at all of the scrolls and picks up the scroll with the Enlarge spell.
Flat-top Saturday June 7th, 2003 7:54:28 PM
Flat-top listen in anger, he turns to Brahmah "Of all The shave tailed offenders of a candy centers army. This crosseyed long nose Captain, thimks that saving three colts is nothing? To me it far out weighs, getting Proudhorn?? Those colts are the futur of his heard?" Flat-top now look ashamed "If your not welcome, then neither am I, I'm With you. When do we leave?"
Kanchana Sunday June 8th, 2003 3:13:46 AM
Kanchana sighs and then says in a bored sounding voice, "ok, I have heard enough braying from that one to last for awhile. Has he always been such an ass?" Looking to Brahmah she declares, "I will assist you in finding this Proudhorn in any way that I can. I am certain that Mother Wold will gladly share her bounty with us as long as we need it to finish our task here." Kanchana turns away and walks slowly back to the others while pondering the vast effort it will seem to take to achieve Father Tomi's dream.
Kenisha Sunday June 8th, 2003 11:41:24 PM
(back with the items being looked over)
Kenisha nods, "Well the scrolls will be useful, but we need some pearls to identify the other items. Pretty much what I thought."
Taric Monday June 9th, 2003 1:24:43 AM
Taric merely shakes his head as sadness boils up from deep within him, showing in a single tear dropping from his lefteye. He quickly wipes it away and follows the others, nodding when Brahmah tells them about the actions they have to take.
OOC: Taric would like the scroll with Blur, See Invisiblity and Knock if possible.
Departure(dm sam) Monday June 9th, 2003 10:35:18 PM
the next three days go by in a blur. though the Chosen look long and hard, they are unable to find any sigh of the missing minotaur group. even backtracking to the hydra's lair does nothing to help them locate Proudhorn and his group. a couple of time during their search the Chosen cross paths with Startail and his group. harsh words are exchanged, but each group is able to maintain their composure.
so now three days have passed and the Chosen find themselves at the docks of Westgate, preparing to board the same ship they arrived on.
Brahmah Tuesday June 10th, 2003 3:12:21 AM
"I'm not convinced that Startails group has authority to exile us from the island. I'm even less convinced that the centaur council arranged it!" The taur Captain has been enraged since last meeting Startails group in the forest. He's fuming at this point.
"Among us there are those of you who are centaur and call this island home, if you wish, you MAY stay. If you come...." The captain gets a look in his eyes no one has seen before.... or have they. It was defiance. Resolution. "No! We have a right to be here, Domi gives us the right. We must not tremble at the first sign of defeat. We are here to UNIFY the taurs, not be part of further hostilities!" "I wish to stay to resolve this contraversy. How and why did things get this bad so quickly?"
OOC: Chosen, remind me, why were we here on the centaur isle in the first place? I'm slightly confused on this part of the mission.
Leets Tuesday June 10th, 2003 5:17:06 AM
"We are getting in new troubles if I get it well Captain?"
Says Leets smiling to Brahmah.
"Of course we won't leave. We were sent here because there was this undead ...ehm...problem. But now, I'm sure followers of Marteaus are behind all this. Those are our true foe, and Proudhorn was wearing Domi's holy symbols. I'm sure he knows more we do about all this and we may lost more that an honorable Minotaur ally if he is sentenced to death. We must find them, are make Startail more...comprehensive."
Brahmah Tuesday June 10th, 2003 5:51:23 AM
Brahmah smiles at Leets.
"We DID run into the Startail group often in the forest, do you think they were following us? Distracting us and made our search harder? We will stay and look around more. Chosen, what say you?!"
Flat-top Tuesday June 10th, 2003 6:56:22 AM
Standing in a semi-circle (having an informal meeting)"Hmm! Your right Leets, we were invited by the Counsil and I must say that Startail was the bearer of the Invetation to come to Center Island?" Flat-top Look at the rest of the party, "Your Right Brahmah, our first duty is to Domi, after all Domi want to unite all the Islands. You know I would love to find out if this IS the Will of the Counsil?? Alright, Captain where to first?" Flat-top has this smerk on his face.
Kanchana Tuesday June 10th, 2003 11:05:39 AM
Kanchana says in an even tone of voice, "why do we not just go straight to the Council? Just circumvent this Startail until we know what the Council's true will is in this matter. Surely they can be made to see reason?" Kanchana says in an even tone of voice. "Of course those of us whom they may not want on this isle could stay here and we just send the Centaurs to the Council."
Kenisha Tuesday June 10th, 2003 5:11:39 PM
Kenisha nods at what everyone has been saying. "Things are strange and I for one don't like it one bit." Her right side bulges for a moment and she lets out a loud "Uuumph!" After she gets her breath back she adds,"Neither does junior it seems. I hate to say it, but it might be best if I'm one of the ones to go to the Council. One- they know me and Two- if junior here decides to come early, it would be best if it happened closer to a midwife than out in the forest."
Kale Tuesday June 10th, 2003 9:38:53 PM
"I agree with Kachanga and Kenisha. If Startail's words are true, then we could possibly have the whole island looking for us. That certainly wouldnt bring unity to the taur races." Kale says as he looks to the ship. its clear he's eager to be home. "Besides, you cant win every battle."
Leaving or going?(dm sam) Tuesday June 10th, 2003 9:41:21 PM
as the Chosen stand around the dock, deciding what to do, the captain of the ship yells down to them "We leave in three hours. If you need to do something, its best that you do it quickly!"
Taric Wednesday June 11th, 2003 12:56:56 AM
Taric nods in agreement with everything that's said. The strange feeling he had since leaving the cave has only grown stronger.
"I will go wherever you go Brahmah. Wherever Domi wants us Chosen to go."
Brahmah Wednesday June 11th, 2003 1:14:10 AM
"To the council then Chosen. You heard the man, three hours 'til they leave without us." He tromps off towards the council halls. "Let's move Chosen. Kenisha, maybe you should help with negotiations."
Flat-top Wednesday June 11th, 2003 5:24:31 AM
"I'm Ready, Lets go." Flat-top Falls in line, But gives Kenisha the last three apples he has left, "Vitamin A for the colt." He tells her.
Leets Wednesday June 11th, 2003 10:15:08 AM
"We'd better do quickly...I feel like our bother servants of Domi are endangered, and I don't like it. It just smells like Marteau's plan to divide the Taur people..."
Following the others to the council, Leets adds:
"The council always was wise enough to hear the Chosen voices...I hope they won't fail us this time."
Ceira Wednesday June 11th, 2003 11:47:06 AM
"Brahmah is right to make this decision" comments Ceira. "A lot can happen in three hours. And we might miss it all if we got on the boat now. Let's go to the Council!"
Kenisha Wednesday June 11th, 2003 12:51:16 PM
Kenisha nods to Brahmah, "I shall do the best I can."
She smiles as Flat-top hands her the apples. "Thank you. I'm probably going to need them."
Kanchana Wednesday June 11th, 2003 2:18:08 PM
Kanchana waits a moment before saying "do we leave anyone here or do we all go to speak with the Council?" If it seems that everyone should go to speak with the Council Kanchana will follow the others there, otherwise she will wait for their return to the docks.
Brahmah Wednesday June 11th, 2003 5:07:31 PM
"I see your point Kanchana, but I think power shows in numbers. We must show Domi's will and courage. Kanchana, please come with us and make your first official appearance at council as our new Chosen. If we feel our time running short, then we can send a runner back to the ship to tell them to leave or stay."
Kale Wednesday June 11th, 2003 11:50:28 PM
"Im staying here." Kale says to the others as they leave. "Im not for standing in front of the council."
End of the Road(dm sam) Wednesday June 11th, 2003 11:58:27 PM
full of dertimination, the Chosen march through the city, searching for where the council meets. it doesnt take long for them to find them. in fact, a group of guards finds them and tells the group that they are to come to the council house immediatly. once there, the Chosen find out that Startail's words are true : the Centaur Council has ordered the Chosen off the Island! all cries of protest fall upon deaf ears, and the council orders the Chosen to return to their ship with an escort of guards. no less than 30 armed and armored guards 'accompany' the Chosen back to the ship that Kale stayed behind at.
(OOC, sorry to pust thinks ahead so fast, but the next module starts monday. i hope you guys are ready, cause things are going to get hot and heavy really quick)
Brahmah Thursday June 12th, 2003 3:39:58 AM
Brahmah stands up to the guards regardless of number that 'accompany' the Chosen. "Thirty one guards, I'm insulted! That's all that you could spare!?" As he moves along, Brahmah is highly upset and has his hand gripping a Falchion the whole trip back to the ship. He never gets angry enough to draw his weapon regardless of the taunts from the guards or Startail. "People of Centaur Isle, the Chosen of Domi have been EXILED from your island. The Chosen WILL return to this blessed isle!" He makes a HUGE scene leaving for the ship.
Brahmah (repeating over and over) Thursday June 12th, 2003 3:44:30 AM
"People of Centaur Isle, the Chosen of Domi have been EXILED from your island. The Chosen WILL return to this blessed isle!"
"People of Centaur Isle, the Chosen of Domi have been EXILED from your island. The Chosen WILL return to this blessed isle!"
"People of Centaur Isle, the Chosen of Domi have been EXILED from your island. The Chosen WILL return to this blessed isle!"
Flat-top Thursday June 12th, 2003 5:36:47 AM
Flat-top feel ashame of what the Counsel has done, "Well! Imagin that, ordered of Centaur Island, with out telling us why? WHY?? Is all I want to know. Now I'll go with my brothers and sisters, BUT I'll remember this when you ask for help again. We'll be leaving all of you with your dark thoughts."
Flat-top turn and take his spot in the marching line with out any sign of respect. "I feel that there's something amiss here. Leets can you sence it? They never ask about aid for Kenisha and our new Chosen Kanchana, I'ts not like them." he wonders as they approch the ship.
Flat-top is in a foul mood as he passes Kale, mumbles "Don't ask!"
Leets Thursday June 12th, 2003 1:55:26 PM
"It is a day of great shame for the whole Centaur people my friends, and as the son of a Centaur Stallion, I can only apologize..."
Leets seems very dark and worried, and listens carefully at his friend Flat-Top.
"You don't need to be cleric to see that some dark force is at work around...There is something rotten in Centaur island, and I fear we'llhave to face it quite soon. Never had the council expelled the Chosen this way before, and I feel very sad about it."
"If they close their door at the Chosen quest, the next step will be war between our people..."
"It's useless to think of what could happen now - it's still time to act. Let's go and see what we can do on your land, friends Minotaurs..."
Ceira Thursday June 12th, 2003 3:21:50 PM
"Humph!" Ceira sticks her nose up in the air and stalks back to the ship with her friends. "I don't know if there's really anything wrong. Centaurs have always given me grief as I've grown up. We don't need them!"
She looks at Leets, Kenisha, and Flat-top. "You guys are the exception of course because Domi hand-picked you three. Hopefully, we will run into more of Domi's Chosen champions as we move on."
Kenisha Thursday June 12th, 2003 7:30:30 PM
Kenisha is visibly upset by their treatment by the council and won't allow any of the guards to touch her.
Upon hearing Ceira's words however she turns to her friend and berates her, "If you truly think like that then how can you ever expect them to change?! We can not force them to change, no one can. We have to be open to accept all Taurs in our own hearts before we can expect others to learn from our example."
With that she turns to the Centaurs (both guards and anyone who followed them to the ship) and pronounces, "I shall not step back on the isle of my birth until the day comes when my child, a true child of Domi, is welcomed here."
With an angry swish of her tail and tears in her eyes, she boards the ship and finds a comfortable spot out of sight of everyone.
Kenisha Thursday June 12th, 2003 7:36:08 PM
OOC: Just leaving a note that I'm going to be unable to log on from Friday afternoon to Sunday afternoon. Going to my family reunion campout this year.
:)
Kale Thursday June 12th, 2003 7:37:21 PM
seeing the others return under heavy guard, Kale just shakes his head and waits for them upon the ship
Sailing Away(dm sam) Thursday June 12th, 2003 7:40:45 PM
as the Chosen board their ship, a small crown gathers on the dock. some of them seem to have been moved by some of the Chosen's proclomations and begin cheering for them, while others boo the taurs and begin to bicker with those that are cheering for them. as the ship sails off, the guards that were escorting the Chosen are now needed to stop an impending riot!
Brahmah Thursday June 12th, 2003 10:34:28 PM
The captain shouts over the water to the crowd that is starting the riot. "PEOPLE OF CENTAUR ISLE, WE WILL RETURN, DO NOT WORRY. DON'T FIGHT, LEAVE FOR YOUR HOMES AND WAIT FOR OUR RETURN! STAY ALIVE AND GREET US ONCE AGAIN."
He walks around to find Kenisha to see how she may be feeling. He passes Ceira ands hands her a nice shiny red apple.
Kanchana Friday June 13th, 2003 12:08:09 AM
Kanchana goes immediately to the middle of the deck upon boarding the ship. True to form she does not really care for sailing. With a heavy heart she will meditate upon what she has seen and experienced. Kanchana offers up a little prayer to Domi for the wellbeing of the people of Centaur Island.
Taric Friday June 13th, 2003 1:19:03 AM
Taric falls silent at the decision of the council. He falls quietly in line along with the other Chosen.
Once aboard the ship he gazes out onto the water. After a while he takes out a piece of paper and a pencil and starts drawing the scenery in front of him. Slolwy he starts to relax a bit, but it's obvious he's still tense and the look in his eyes tell of the sadness living inside of him.
Flat-top d20=12 Friday June 13th, 2003 7:19:50 AM
Flat-top boards the ship and goes to the treasure they return with, picking up the Quail fearther. Approches Kanchana and show her the feather "Here I would like you to put this feather in you're beautiful hair. to remind you the your one of the Chosen. May I put the feather amost next to your ear?"
ooc: Flat-top being shy, uses all the charisma he can muster (which is 12)
Ceira Friday June 13th, 2003 11:53:21 AM
A cloud of gloom hovers over Ceira (metaphorically) upon hearing Kenisha's words. "You're right. I'm trying my best to fight these feelings of ill-will. But seeing stuff like this only tends to fuel the fire the burns from within. But fret not! Though I may voice my strong opinions, I won't hesitate to save a centaur's life either. It is Domi who gives me this inner strength to act against decisions based on bad moral judgement."
"Now if you'll excuse me." Ceira takes a moment to dig through her backpack to pull out two plastic barf bags and a rope. She ties herself to the main mast and clings on. "Ready!" she cries sheepishly. "Goodness, I need to get used to this boat thing since it's our only means of travel to Hearthold Keep."
Leets Friday June 13th, 2003 12:16:05 PM
Leets sadly glances at the crowd at the dock as the ship begin to sail away.
"We shall not abandon you, brother Taurs! May Domi protect you while we are away! He will never forget you, and neither will his Chosen!"
Leets finally cast -bless- on the crowd, and walks to Taric as the ship goes further.
"So, my friend, we didn't have much time to talk since we met...What are you drawing? I once had a wemic friend who was quite good at this..."
Safe voyages(dm sam) Friday June 13th, 2003 8:04:11 PM
they journey home is uneventful, with the sea being unusually calm. as they arrive home, everyone feels the burden of what happened on Centaur Island, and what may come of it.(start next module on monday)
Taric Saturday June 14th, 2003 2:25:29 AM
Taric looks up at Leets, the sad look still in his eyes. He seems to have calmed down though, although nobody has the emotions raging through him when they left the island.
Taric shows Leets what he has been drawing. A sketch of the view from the ship while they were sailing away from it. It's clear from the black and white drawing it was drawn by an experienced hand.
"This keeps my mind of things. It also helps me to stay focused. Usually at the turn of events unfolding I feel the urge to draw something."
Brahmah Saturday June 14th, 2003 6:19:56 AM
Brahmah paces the deck of the ship most of the trip, brooding, and quiet. He doesn't say much to the crew or the Chosen, except for very brief and very abrupt(but not rude), answers. When he's not pacing, he's looking over the water toward the Centaur Isle... or even at the stars.
Kanchana Saturday June 14th, 2003 8:22:32 AM
Kanchana looks over at Flat-top and smiles warmly. As she sits down near the mast of the ship she says, "I would like that very much. Please join me, choose which ever braid you like." After a brief silence she says, "it is good to have company at times like these. I do not care much for sailing."
Flat-top Saturday June 14th, 2003 9:26:31 AM
Flat-top pich a braid closest to her earand weaves the feather inbher hair. There it look beautiful on you, you know I knew the first time we met you that Some how Domi had chosen you. Don't ask me how I knew of this, but you had the look in your eyes. I want to welcome you to the family of The Chosens."
Then Flat-top turn his eyes toward the Center Island, "I don't know what went on back there, But I have a feeling that we'll soon find out back home at the Keep. OH! Yes! you'll have your own room and I cannot wait to show you the garden with the waterfall with the fish pool. thats where the wild animals come for a drink."
But flat-top still gazes with sad eyes, at the horazon where Center Ilse should be.
Leets Sunday June 15th, 2003 2:14:45 PM
Leets gives back his drawing to Taric, and smiles as Managarm comes to play with the paladin.
"I know what you mean, it's strange to explain, but often while praying, my mind focuses on the current troubles, and it helps me..."
"You know Taric, you have not been among us for a long time, and what we have just experienced - I mean the death of the colts as well as the council's reaction - is really one of the darkest part of the Chosen common history..."
"You'll soon see that we have our good times, and our bad times...I'm sorry you arrived in the middle of such a situation. Just know you're welcome among us: if Domi led you to us, you'll certainly be of great help!"
The centaur paladin then walks away, his hooves making quite a lot of noise on the deck of the ship. He will share some time with his dog before arriving...
Kenisha Sunday June 15th, 2003 11:49:57 PM
About halfway through the trip back to Hearthold, Kenisha gets up and carefully moves over to where Ceira has secured herself for the trip.
"I'm sorry I yelled at you back there. As my baby's time gets closer I find my emotions rising and falling just like these waves out here on the ocean." Kenisha apologizes to her friend. "And the way we were treated back there certainly didn't help my mood."
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