That is her house?? (ADM Eunice Doucet-Lorang) Monday January 19th, 2004 3:54:12 PM
For those who leave the Inn, you have to backtrack to where you entered the town. As you all stand there in the pouring rain and rapidly deepening mud you see what you think must be Lillian's house off to your left.
The house is shabby, but not dilapidated. The paint is faded but not cracked; it is a sick yellow color (reminiscent of phlegm.) The house is a single story building of a rather small size. It looks like it has been in this very spot for a very long time.
The few windows are clean glass and have thin, faded, woven curtains in them. There are half-dead ivy vines clinging to part of one wall and the lawn is very water-logged. There is also deep mud nearly everywhere. The roof tiles have thick moss growing on them.
The rather narrow front door is made of pine with a symbol of a woven knot carved into the center of the door. The symbol is either unfamiliar to you or just familiar enough that you can't place it. The door needs a coat of varnish.
The slightly rusted brown bell hanging over the door might be a door-bell or a spirit warding Talisman. Maybe similar to what Grinder was looking for?? An educated guess will be inconclusive. Unless you are rather interested in obscure local superstition, then you might just lean more towards it's possible value as a talisman against spirit intrusion. You get a feeling that you don't just want to rush in right away, and maybe there are a few things to take note of on the outside.
The porch outside is reasonably dry. Yorrick and Luke indicate that they want to stay outside.
Niobe (NPC) Monday January 19th, 2004 4:27:44 PM
Niobe trudges through the deep, sticky mud towards what she hopes is the house they are looking for. She immediately starts to look around the house. "I think we should take a look outside first. There is just something really odd about this house. I can't quite figure out what it is though..." Niobe looks at the unusual narrow door and the amazingly clean windows for such a shabby house. She notes several interesting, odd details. Niobe mumbles to herself, "I bet those curtains cost a fortune about a half century ago."
Peerimus and Yorrick d20+10=17 Monday January 19th, 2004 6:23:58 PM
Peerimus takes in the house and a small shudder goes through his body. [i]The rain must be setting back in since I was dry[i] he unconvincingly puts to himself.
Pointing to Luke, "Take care of your little brother friend."
"This house reminds me more of a burial mound than home."
Peerimus then moves to stand just before the porch and to the side where the ivy clings to it. The druid will look closely to see if any of the ivy has infiltrated the house as well as the moss up under the eaves. [Spot 17]
Teleheri and Link d20+8=25 d20+3=16 d20+11=14 Monday January 19th, 2004 6:53:59 PM
Looking at Link, that is sitting on his shoulder, Teleheri says "What you think Link? Strange old house huh?" Woody look at Grinder and ask "What your chasing spirits tell you Grinder? Does that bell looks like the one you are looking for? if so, i guesse i would be easy to take it away. But i wont be the one doing this. Call me supertisious if you want, but i dont like to deal with spirits things! I'd rather deal with things i can touch!"
Teleheri looks closely athe the door, looking for anything that seems strange with the door or things around it[Spot 16]. If the door seems ok, he will start searching for traps [Search 14]. If no traps were found he will put his ear into the door and try to listen any sounds inside the door[Listen 25]. While doing this, he start telling how he "got really messed up when he abruptely enterend a door on the old days."
[OCC: Sorry about the messed rolls, is just because i got confused rolling. The order of the roll is [Listen, Spot, Search]. A very low search... :(]
Savin Monday January 19th, 2004 10:28:14 PM
Savin bounds up the steps with his usual grace. He crosses the porch to the door and knocks on the door. "Hello! Anyone home?" he calls out.
To the others he says, "You guys have been out in the wilds to long. This is just someone's home. Why so paranoid?"
Ilsidur d20+6=25 Tuesday January 20th, 2004 1:22:43 AM
The dwarf sloshes up to the base of the stairs, and waits for the results of the investigations of the building by the sharper-eyed party members, and any response to Savin's knock. He peers closely at the symbol on the door, trying to see if it is related to the Woldian religions and worship. [OOC: Knowledge religion roll of 25.]
Sly and Luke (posted by Cayzle subbing for Ceil) Tuesday January 20th, 2004 9:27:37 AM
Luke starts barking when he sees the house and his fur stands up.
"Stop that, Luke," Sly says.
"Luke does not like this place. It does not look like a place someone's mother would live in."
Sly looks closely at that bell. "Maybe it is a cousin of the Chaos Bell."
[OOC: Sorry I'm late today (yesterday)!]
Peerimus and Yorrick Tuesday January 20th, 2004 3:56:17 PM
The great bear sits next to Luke sniffs the air as he looks about, trying to find exactly what it is that has excited him.
Peerimus watches as Savin knocks and moves to the porch himself to get out of the rain standing just behind and to the right.
Edgar d20+6=17 d20+6=15 Tuesday January 20th, 2004 7:11:21 PM
Edgar flies up on top of the roof to investigate there. He pokes around a bit, turning over some of the moss and seeing if there's anything interesting on the roof, or that can be seen from the roof. (Spot 17, Listen 15.)
If there is nothing interesting, Edgar will fly back down onto the porch away from the rain.
Looking Around (ADM Eunice Doucet-Lorang) Tuesday January 20th, 2004 9:49:45 PM
The house does not feel evil or anything just odd.
Teleheri finds no traps. The only "strange" thing about the door is it's narrowness and the symbol carved into it. Teleheri thinks he hears hummimg coming from inside the house. It sounds prehaps like a folk tune; but not one that he knows.
Peerimus studies the ivy and finds it to be normal dead (clearly overwatered) ivy. The ivy has not done any significant damage to the house.
The bell looks rather ordinary to Sly, and the craftmanship is good but not spectacular.
Edgar looks at the roof and sees that the moss is unusally thick. The roofing tile are superior quality and quite old. There is some smoke coming from the chimney.
Ilsidur only bothers to look at the symbol on the door. He finds that it is not a formal religious symbol, but prehaps an old-fashioned folk version of a warding symbol. He also thinks that he has seen this symbol before somewhere, probably on a farmhouse door somewhere...
Savin knocks on the door and after a minute or two the humming stops and he and Teleheri hear a woman's voice call out, "the door is open. Please come in."
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When you enter the house you see that it is very clean but a bit cluttered. There are five 'rooms' in the house, only one has a door and it is closed - this is Lillian's bedroom. The inside of the house has an odd feel about it. But it feels calm, peaceful.
Edgar will enter the house if he wants to, but Link would like to remain near the door.
Hanging from curtain rods and low rafters are all manners of talismans, charms and herb bundles. Laying on a small corner table are a pile of hastily scribbled notes and doodles.
Lillian has a straight backed wooden chair pushed away from a very worn kitchen table. She is now standing next to this chair. There is another chair at the other end of the table. On the table is a Talis deck she uses to do readings. The deck is dark with age and wear.
Hanging on one of the walls in one of the 'back rooms' is a large dark rectangular object, from what you can see it seems to be covered with some sort of cloth.
Lillian takes some time to study you all. She finally politely asks, "what brings travellers like yourselves to my home?" She sits back down on the chair and begins to clear her personal reading from the table. "Welcome. You do not need to close the door behind you, but you may sit on the couch or any available chair if your business with me is not very brief."
Lillian is a middle aged woman and looks to be in her fourties or fifties. Her hair hangs in a braid down her back. Her hair looks flat and heavy. This is not too uncommon for citizens of Heranmar actually since it rains so much here.
Lillian wears a clean, mended côte hardie type of gown dyed a red-brown. Over the gown she wears a mantle of homespun, undyed linen and a shawl of light rabbit-wool; the shawl is a dark yellow-green color. The patches and mends on the gown all closely match the cloth of her dress and are difficult to see.
She can only see out of one eye, but her hearing is excellent. Lillian's right eye is completely murky grey; like the rain clouds, and obviously sightless.
She comes across as an even tempered woman, if a bit "flighty". She seems more interested in practicing her trade rather than take care of more mundane affairs. It is not immediately obvious that she is a Wizardess, though it is very clear that she specializes in making charms and talismans.
Lillian clearly expects you to ask for a reading or for a charm or talisman to be bought or created. She shuffles the Talis deck in 3 series of 3 shuffles and slides it to the center of the table.
Savin Tuesday January 20th, 2004 11:22:54 PM
Savin will look to Sly to step forward but when he doesn't, will shrug and step forward and bow, "Hello good lady. My name is Savin and we aren't here to hire your services but to bring you tidings of your daughter Liana.
We met her serving as a waitress on our travels and it came up in conversation that we were travelling in your direction. She asked us to stop by and give you a ring and a message. She said she is doing well, and making her way in the world."
Savin will turn to Sly, playfully punch him in the arm and say, "Well stop staring and give her Liana's ring."
Ilsidur Wednesday January 21st, 2004 12:21:17 AM
[OOC: Great post, Eunice, very descriptive, and really sets the mood of the scene.]
Ilsidur climbs the stairs, and enters the hallway. He listens to what Savin has to say, and then adds, "My friend here is correct; we were originally here to deliver the ring and the message from your daughter. However, since we are known as the Children of Chaos, perhaps a reading is in order after all." He takes the chair opposite the lady, and asks, "How much do you charge for one of your fortune tellings? Maybe you could give me some indication of what the future holds for me, and for my friends." Then he waits for the seer's reply.
Sly and Luke (Cayzle subbing for Ceil) Wednesday January 21st, 2004 9:21:43 AM
This house still gives Luke the willies. He stands outside on the porch looking in. For a dog his expression is nervous.
Sly looks around the busy house. He sees there are lots of magic looking things all around. When Savin nudges him he jumps a little. "Oh yeah," he says. He fishes around in one pocket then another and finds the ring. "Here you are Mother," he says.
After Ilsidur says they would like a fortune told, Sly says, "I would like to know if I will ever see my girlfriend Vanesia again. She is a Gypsey too. I lost her in the war of the gods."
Peerimus Wednesday January 21st, 2004 3:37:21 PM
Peerimus appears thouroghly spooked once inside as if expecting something to jump out at him any minute. Quickly his eyes move from talisman to charm to the black cloth draped over a probable mirror. Planting his feet squarely though, crosses his arms and afixes his gaze to the table where Ilsidur has now sat and the cards that seperate him from the woman. It may be soon enough that he may be pitting his spirit against the deck and observing Ilsidur may provide clues therein to his own survival.
Yorrick moves protectively with Luke to the porch, keeping an ever alert countenace.
Teleheri Wednesday January 21st, 2004 4:39:48 PM
Woody looks that Link doesnt feel confortable about entering the house. "Whats wrong Link? anything that could bring us problem here? No problem... if something happens u will see me running away..." Woody gives a little smile on his face."Stay here then. And dont mess up with Luke. He's a dog, but he's nice"
After been sure that Link will be ok, Teleheri enters the door, after everybody else, and as he her hears about fortune telling, he starts to mumble something inaudible, and make little gestures.[Casting Detect Magic]
After this he say "What's the point to know the future? surprise is so sweet..."
Then, he stay quiet and listening.
Edgar Wednesday January 21st, 2004 9:22:36 PM
After giving the other animals a curious glance, Edgar flies into the house and examines some of Lilian's various trinkets. When people begin questioning her of the future, Edgar turns to her and asks, "Do I have any purpose in life, but to serve as a familiar? Is there anything more to me than that?"
Shiraz Wednesday January 21st, 2004 9:47:15 PM
OOC: I have missed you guys I am glad to be back and hope that my month away didnt screw anything up. Life it gets in the way sometimes.
Shiraz enters the house carefully making sure that his huge frame doesn't knock anything over. Carefully shrugging his large cloak off of his shoulders the minotaur leaves a large puddle of water in fromt of the door which the taur unsuccessfully tries to push back out the door. Finding that he is unable to do anything about the water Shiraz carefully follows Ilsidur up the stairs and positions himself carefully out of the way. Shiraz attempts to remain quiet but the water running down his fur into his pants is starting be be a bit annoying.
Niobe (NPC) Wednesday January 21st, 2004 11:13:27 PM
Niobe waits for everyone to enter the house. She looks at the curtains in the windows; idly studying their weave and pattern. She finds a small stool to sit on near the window.
Rings and Cards (ADM Eunice Doucet-Lorang) Wednesday January 21st, 2004 11:55:13 PM
Lillian carefully takes the ring and looks at it for a long time. Tears well up in her eyes as she thinks about Liana. Lillian blinks to clear her eyes and looks at each of you in turn. "My daughter is doing well? She has found a place which suits her, and decent, gainful employment?" Clearly these questions are just Lillian confirming what she has heard, it seems that she has a habit of talking out loud to herself sometimes. Lillian slides the ring onto her right-hand ringfinger.
Lillian picks up her cards and shuffles them once. "A waitress is such a mean job..." She mumbles half-loud to herself.
Lillian focuses her attention on Ilsidur. "Normally I charge only what I know people can afford for a reading. Mostly I recieve food-stuffs or some sort of service or craft-work in barter." Still studying the dwarf she says, "I have not heard of the Children of Chaos; per say... you; good Master Dwarf, need to be less nervous around women-folk..." Lillian smiles warmly and hands Ilsidur the Talis deck after spouting her cryptic comment. She pulls a card from the deck and lays it face down on the table before handing the deck to Ilsidur.
"Shuffle this once, holding the deck in your right hand and shuffling with your left. Your left hand is the hand bound to fate and to the Spiritual. Take your time shuffling before drawing the top card. Place the card on the table between yourself and this card, face up."
Lillian watches Ilsidur shuffle, "Then hand the deck to the next person. Each of you follow the same instructions and place a card next to his, also face up." "I will shuffle for your master dear Raven, you may draw the card if you wish though. I cannot say what your future may hold. Much of that depends on your master."
When/If Sly takes the deck Lillian looks at him and smiles wanly, "I am no Gypsy Sir. I am merely Gifted."
Lillian pointedly ignores Teleheri's casting. He sees many things with a very faint magical aura. The only things that "shine" somewhat strongly is the thing under the cloth and a book on the shelf behind Lillian. This "stronger" magic seems residual.
Lillian suddenly says, "consider this simple reading a thank you for the message and the ring. If you have nowhere else to stay out of the rain you may stay here if you wish. You seem like good folk."
[If you choose not to shuffle the deck and pick a card, then you need to justify why. Lillian doesn't seem creepy, just half in her own world!]
((What card you "draw" will be revealed in my next post.))
Savin Thursday January 22nd, 2004 10:06:31 AM
Savin will gladly draw a card, though he is a bit nervous to see what his future holds. He draws it, quickly looks at it and says, "I hope this is good?" He will then place it down on the table
Sly Foxx and Luke Thursday January 22nd, 2004 12:33:06 PM
Sly shakes his head, "No! Mother Lillian, not you." as he suffles the deck and takes a card and puts it in frount of him, but does not look at it, afraid if what he'll see. "Your daughter is happy, beautiful inside and out, and I believe misses you alot. That is why I brought you her ring. This card before me is a question I wanted answer for a long time. My gypsie girl holds my heart and I hope my child."
Edgar Thursday January 22nd, 2004 3:49:27 PM
Edgar thanks Lilian for shuffling for him, and picks up the top card with his beak. He lays it down in front of him, and, sitting in front of it, looks up at Lilian with great curiosity.
Teleheri Thursday January 22nd, 2004 4:00:57 PM
Woody just stay quiet and watch.
ADM Eunice - Posting Thursday January 22nd, 2004 6:35:49 PM
My post might be somewhat late, as I want to wait for everyone (hopefully) to post their action before I post again... I hope that it won't be inconvient!
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Lillian studies the cards currently laid put on the table.
Ilsidur Thursday January 22nd, 2004 8:18:38 PM
The dwarf does as the lady asks, carefully shuffling the cards and drawing the top card, laying on the table. "Teleheri, don't you think it would be best if you were to take part in this as well? I have a feeling it may be very important."
Shiraz d20+2=5 Thursday January 22nd, 2004 10:15:10 PM
SHiraz carefully wipes the rest of the water off of his hand as he prepares to shuffle the cards almost dropping the cards the tuar grins sheepishly at his friends before carefully drawing a card and placing it on the table before the woman.
Greg OOC Thursday January 22nd, 2004 11:52:22 PM
I will be away starting tomorrow morning, returning sometime Sunday, for my son's hockey tournament, so I might miss a post for Ilsidur.
Teleheri Friday January 23rd, 2004 8:02:21 AM
"I dont really see a point about knowing or trying to knowing the future, dwarf friend, but i guess it wont make any bad." Woody take the cards from Shiraz, shuffles and draw a card.
Peerimus Friday January 23rd, 2004 11:43:11 AM
Peerimus shuffles the deck. He has seen this done and has heard stories from the elders. [i]Only those whose spirit is known to them should begin such a journey[i] The precautions of his mentor ring loudly in his mind as he draws a card.
Niobe (NPC) Friday January 23rd, 2004 12:45:49 PM
Niobe accepts the the Talis deck from whom ever had it last shuffles, draws a card, lays the card on the table and hands the deck to Lillian.
Interpretations (ADM Eunice Doucet-Lorang) Saturday January 24th, 2004 2:21:25 PM
Once all of the cards are laid out on the table Lillian 'reads' them and mumbles a few words to herself. "This may not give you any clear answers - indeed you may not even understand any of this until it comes to pass." Lillian says to the table-top. She turns the card she laid on the table, and stares at it.
"This card reflects you all collectively. It is the Wheel of Fate. It signifies destiny, and shows that what lies ahead of you all is written on the waters. Even a small occurance could change the path you tread. Prehaps it may even signify that you might in time make great changes in the way things are."
Lillian taps her index finger on Savin's card, "This is the Wold, it indicates a voyage; sometimes an emigration. The Querent frequently has the role of an emissary or guide; maybe even someone who seeks something."
"This is the two of cups. You alone asked a specific question. It shows the possiblity of a future union - one based on love and friendship." Lillian rests her hand on the card that Sly drew from the deck as she talks.
Lillian looks at Edgar, "The Ace of Cups. It could concern either both you and your master or just one of you... It often tells of contentment, abundance and sometimes even joy. Mayhaps you; and he, will find a niche that suits you. One that does not confine you to a specific, unchanging task."
Lillian shifts her gaze to Ilsidur, "you have drawn the Mage and it is reversed. This means that there is something that you hesitate to do, maybe there is a choice that you must make. There could also be a negative force or personage blocking your progress."
Looking at Shiraz Lillian runs her hand across the card that he chose. She looks down at the card, "this is the High Priestess, she hides a great many secrets and mysteries. Also she foretells of a future as yet unrevealed. There is something; some knowledge maybe, that you do not know, or have forgotten, that may be revealed to you in the future."
"The Moon. You have hidden enemies, or might face some danger hidden in darkness. Of course you hesitated to chose a card, and maybe find this reading to be foolish. The Moon is also Illusion. Perhaps it merely has reflected your seemingly doubting attitude to the cards." Lillian smiles at Teleheri.
"The Angel reversed. When this card is reversed it indicates a church, a grove or a sect. Sometimes it can mean that there may be disparate duties, two duties that do not necessarily mesh. I do not know why this card has presented itsself..." Lillian looks at Peerimus and shrugs. "I must admit that I have no idea why that card chose you."
Finally Lillian looks at the last card and simply says, "Queen of Pentacles, reversed. You will come across much suspicion, fear and mistrust - or there will be a woman in the future who Sees many things that are hidden to most."
Lillian sweeps the cards together and reshuffles the deck before placing it in the middle of the table. "I feel that there is something that you all seek. I believe that you have not travelled to Heranmar to merely give me this ring and a message concerning my daughter."
Lillian stands up and straightens her shawl. "I have other means of Seeing things, but their use can be costly." Lillian turns to look at the silk covered rectangle on the wall. Her expression and posture show that she is trying to make up her mind.
"If you are willing to pay I can consult the Spirits concerning any destination you might seek within Heranmar..."
Lillian waits to hear if you accept her offer, or if you have any questions at all.
((I am so sorry about the extreme delay of this post and the paltry state of my last post. To put it simply I was ambushed by Reality. Forgive me this awful lapse pretty please!))
Sly Foxx and Luke Sunday January 25th, 2004 4:17:58 AM
"You are very gifted Mother Lillian, your are right. We where coming to Heranmar for another reason also. How much do you want to consult the Spirits? And it's not IN Heranmar, it's outside. The Old Monestary on Traders Road (I think)." Sly tells her "How much Gold?"
OOC:Eunice, you did a great job with the cards. I know I threw you a curve, But you had to be there when the evens had taken (ask Jerry he was DM at the time( it was a duel between him and I))
Savin Sunday January 25th, 2004 12:13:15 PM
Savin nudges Shiraz in the hip and says, "See I knew I was here for a reason. I am your guide. Now if I could just figure out where we are going..."
He turns back to the fortune teller and says, "I am interested in knowing more. What is your price? I hope we can meet it. I could always do some chores around here, or Shiraz could beat up the local bully."
Peerimus Sunday January 25th, 2004 3:18:03 PM
The druid nods to her, "I believe I do mother."
Turning to the others as his eyes cast about the house, "I doubht gold will be the payment, but I do beleive we should ask further and whatever the payment may be, I'm sure we would feel right in giving it."
Niobe (NPC) Sunday January 25th, 2004 8:04:35 PM
Niobe thinks about everything that Lillian has said, and realizes that she really doesn't know all that much about these people she has thrown her lot in with. "I would love to hear, or see, whatever the spirits might tell you Ma'am. Whatever you ask for payment I will pay." Niobe glances quickly around to see how the others are reacting to all of this.
Teleheri Sunday January 25th, 2004 8:17:50 PM
As Lilian says about the card, Woody just says "Maybe..." with a small smile in his face.
As he hear abou the spirits consultation he says "This is starting to get interesting, but... Talking about spirits, where's that man that ride here with us? Grinder i guess. He would like to know about spirits"
Ilsidur Sunday January 25th, 2004 11:13:01 PM
Ilsidur adopts a puzzled look as he watches the card, and listens to the seer. Then a look of understanding crosses his face, and he says, "I think I realize what you are talking about, my lady, although this negative force blocking my choice is still not clear to me.
"And I agree with my friends; we need to know everything that we can about what the future holds for us. Please name your price."
Edgar Monday January 26th, 2004 11:28:40 AM
Edgar nods his head simply and says, "Thank you, Mother Lilian." Edgar then thinks to himself about these events. Was what Lilian said true 'fortune telling' or was what people learned from the experience simply their personal reaction to what she had said? Perhaps, perhaps the personal interpretation is more important than anything else anyway. Perhaps it was a way for people to understand their own situation through their own minds, with a little guiding help that lets them consider their interpretation the truth. Edgar enjoyed the experience, at least it was free. And "contenment, abundance, and joy" sounded good to his ears. However, it seemed like the others had been reeled in by this free show, and they were about to be a great price for another. This sounded ridiculous, a clever trick that Barnum would be fooled by.
As the others seemed to want to "consult the spirits", Edgar simply let them have their way, and said nothing.
Into the Looking Glass? (ADM Eunice Doucet-Lorang) Monday January 26th, 2004 4:31:35 PM
Lillian walks over to the covered mirror and pulls the silk draping off of it. Dust flies everywhere and she sneezes loudly.
"It is rare that any one requests a Seeing. If I were to put the price in coin, it would probably cost each of you 30 gold." Lillian is talking to the newly revealed mirror not any of you. "As I mentioned earlier I accept whatever folks can pay me. Whatever, or however, they chose to pay me is determined by what they can do or what they can find. I am no stranger to hand-me-downs..."
The mirror is quite large and made of highly polished steel, not glass.
Lillian begins to prepare for some sort of "ritual". "You know better than I what you can afford to pay me, or what you can; or will, barter. I have never turned anything down."
Using the palm of her hand Lillian dusts off the table immediately below the mirror, and cleans off her hand on her gown. "A 'thief' stole one of my Talismans not too long ago. It was a rather potent one. I hope no one is harmed by it..." Lillian chatters on to keep it from being too quiet. Mostly she talks about the weather, local gossip, and trivial things she attributes to spirit activity.
Finally she turns around and looks at you, "do you still want me to See what may lie ahead in your path?"
Peerimus Monday January 26th, 2004 6:07:50 PM
Looking breifly at the others, Peerimus nods his head, "Call the spirit. Our journey is important and our need unknown."
Sly Foxx and Luke Monday January 26th, 2004 7:18:47 PM
Sly has only one word reply "Yes!" Luke barks "Woof" almost as if the dog understands what was said??
Savin Monday January 26th, 2004 8:25:40 PM
Savin will also agree to the foretelling. "I am curious why I have these tatoos and have been chosen to be a Child of Chaos. If you can shed some light on this, I would love to know."
Shiraz Monday January 26th, 2004 10:33:46 PM
Shiraz looks at the woman blankly as she suggests knowledge not remebered or soon to be revealed. "Strange," Shiraz mutters to himself. As Shiraz listens to his friends the taur drifts away from the conversation until Savin asks about the tattoo and chaos, "Yes that is something I too would like to know."
Ilsidur Monday January 26th, 2004 11:47:43 PM
The dwarf adds his opinion, "I agree, we would definitely be helped by any insight that you can give us. As for a fee, we clearly can pay you just about whatever you ask, and certainly a charge of 30 gp each is very easy for us to cover.
"But instead of money or trade, perhaps we could help you, instead. You mention that a thief has stolen one of your more powerful talismans, and that it could be used to hurt someone. Would it be possible for us to try to recover the item, in payment for your helping us to understand our past and our future?"
Teleheri Tuesday January 27th, 2004 9:20:19 AM
Woody just wait and listen
Niobe (NPC) Tuesday January 27th, 2004 5:17:55 PM
Niobe cranes her neck to get a better look at the mirror. She nods curtly to indicate her agreement with the others.
Smoke and Mirrors (ADM Eunice Doucet-Lorang) Tuesday January 27th, 2004 8:16:14 PM
Lillian takes an old stool and places it in front of the mirror.
"That talisman isn't harmful in it's own right, it depends on how you use it. I think you might know it for what it is if you see it. I would like it returned to me some day, but it isn't of utmost priority. If you would take the time to look for it I would appreciate it." She smiles.
Lillian seats herself on the stool, lights some incense with a taper and begins to chant in an arcane tongue. Some of you just might recognize it as a variant of a scry spell. Lillian makes a few sharp gestures and the mirror clouds over. It resembles the rain clouds over-head. Lillian focuses on the old monastery that Sly mentioned.
"The monastery still stands. It is in good condition, but I see no one there..." Lillian peers intently into the mirror with her good eye. She concentrates on looking inside the church when suddenly she rubs her temples (as if she has a headache). The mirror flashes with a bright light; much like reflected sunlight, and Lillian is knocked off of her stool. She hits the floor with a thud. The mirror no longer looks cloudy and if anyone touches the mirror then it will feel uncomfortably hot to the touch.
Lillian slowly gets up and feels a bit shaky. "Would some one get me some water please?" Lillian staggers over to an old plush armchair in the corner and falls heavily into it.
Looking distinctly troubled and pale she says, "I tried to look within the church but something would not let me. It blocked me... it tried to harm me." She sighs deeply. "Forgive me for not succeeding." She looks at the floor, "what were you seeking in the church? Are your tatoos some sort of divine focus?"
Lillian looks thoughful as she says, "I think the answers you seek as to your purpose and maybe even why you were chosen will be revealed to you in time. Just not by me it seems." Lillian concludes sadly.
Sly Foxx and Luke Tuesday January 27th, 2004 8:37:40 PM
Sly jumps to his feet, goes to Mother Lillian. "Here let me help you. Is some one near a pitcher of water? You have reveiled much to us, These tatoos are both a Curse and life saving Blessing." Sly turn to Luke "Luke watch Mother Lillian Please!" Sly moves to a window to think.
Edgar Tuesday January 27th, 2004 8:40:29 PM
Edgar quickly flies to Lilian, and lands by her, checking her over. "are you alright, Mother Lilian?" He asks. That was certainly a strange experience, enough to clear up any of Edgar's skepticism in lIlian's abilities.
Edgar looks up, "It seems there is some evil within the monastery, something evil enough to attack Lilian at least. Perhaps we should go to the church and investigate. Fighting evil is what the Children of Chaos does, isn't it?"
Savin Tuesday January 27th, 2004 8:42:25 PM
Savin will find some water and poor a glass for the seer. "Here you are." He will turn to the others and say, "Do you know where the chuch is? Looks like we need to go take a look."
Shiraz Tuesday January 27th, 2004 10:57:34 PM
Shiraz jumps towards the old lady as she in knocked off of her stool, "Are you ok?" Shiraz asks with quiet concern in his voice, assisting the lady back to a sitting position the taur moves out of the way for Ilsidur to look her over.
Ilsidur Tuesday January 27th, 2004 11:46:57 PM
Ilsidur moves forward and checks the lady over for any signs that she was hurt from the fall. "My lady, I can provide healing to you if you need it. It is the least I can do, since if you are hurt, it is at our behest."
Then the dwarf answers the seer, "We seek information about the Chaos Bell, which members of our original party inadvertently let ring a long time ago. There are no members of that original group still in our party, but a number of us carry the Chaos tattoo that was engraved on the back of their hands. It seemed that if we spent enough time with the original group, we developed the tattoo. Unfortunately, we have never been able to find out much about these tattoos, or about the Bell that created them. We figured if we made our way back to the monestary, and found the bell, we might receive some sort of epiphany that we could understand more about ourselves and our situation. We are struggling to find a reason for why we bear the tattoos, and what it means to wear them."
[OOC: I am fairly certain that there are none of the original group. Sly has been with the party the longest, and I think he joined the party after they found and interacted with the Bell.]
Peerimus Wednesday January 28th, 2004 3:28:08 PM
Peerimus moves forward and touches the mirror as Lilian is thrown back from it. [i] If I am fast enough perhaps I could get a glimpse of what happened[i]. Upon touching the hot mirror he pulls his hand back quickly.
Rubbing it to ease the pain he looks now to the old woman to find the rest having taken to her aid. "We should move towards the monestary as soon as possible."
Niobe (NPC) Wednesday January 28th, 2004 3:30:41 PM
Niobe quietly counts out 240 gold, places it in a small purse and leaves it on Lillian's table next to her Talis Deck. While she does this she listens to what Ilsidur is talking about.
Teleheri Wednesday January 28th, 2004 5:38:29 PM
"Ouch! That must hurt!"
As the other take care of Lilian, Woody asks "Is she alright? after all, she's a nice lady. I hope nothing happened to her."
As he hear ilsidur talking about the Chaos Bell he say "hum.. that seems interesting... and dangerous. What are we waiting for?"
The he put his hand on his pouch and takes 20gp and put into the table, beside niobe's money.
"I'll be down there. Ill check how is Link doing" Then he starts to walk to the stairs.
Stay the Night? (ADM Eunice Doucet-Lorang) Wednesday January 28th, 2004 7:27:25 PM
Ilsidur finds that Lillian has a reaction headache (similar to a pounding stress headache) and a minor bruise or two from hitting the floor. Basically a good nights sleep will suffice.
Lillian is greatful for the help and attention. She glances out of a window and notices that it is getting rather late. "It is getting late. You may stay here for the night and rest if you do not mind sleeping on the floor. There are also several nice inns nearby." She takes a long drink of water. "You would be best off starting your journey tomorrow."
Sly Foxx and Luke Wednesday January 28th, 2004 8:09:14 PM
Sly turns to the old lady, "That is fine Mother Lillian, You go to bed and rest. we will decide if we stay here or go to and in." He watches the old lady go up stairs and enter her room. Sly turns back to the party, "My Friends, those of us with the tatto knows that there's great evil in that monestary, what kind I don't know but we must go in there and see. Those of you who don't have the tattoo, you don't have to go there, but you are welcome to come along? What do you say? Want to start tomorow morning?" Sly tell them with a smile.
Luke(Ceil) Wednesday January 28th, 2004 8:12:43 PM
Luke look at Sly "Gggrroonn!"
Barnum and Edgar Wednesday January 28th, 2004 8:27:49 PM
About then, Barnum walks up to the house, and finds most of the group's animal companions sitting in front of a cracked open door. He pushes the door open and walks in, appearing much less intoxicated then when you left him. "How long does it take to give the lady her ring?" Barnum begins to say.
He manages to hear the last of what Sly was saying, hearing him say "Want to start tomorrow morning?" Barnum begins to say, "Wait, what?" but Edgar speaks up and says, "Of course, Barnum and I will go with you to the monastery. I'm quite interested to see the place, myself."
Edgar flies up and perches on Barnum's shoulder. Barnum looks at him, slightly bewildered, saying, "What?" Edgar calmly explains the situation to him.
Niobe (NPC) Wednesday January 28th, 2004 8:33:55 PM
Niobe takes a slip of paper and writes down the name of a caravan master in her father's coster who frequently travels from Hook City to Heranmar, and what times he usually makes the curcuit. Niobe writes down that they will be happy to have you travel with them if you wish to visit your daughter. She adds just mention that your are a friend of Niobe uiCrevan.
Niobe leaves the slip of paper with the gold.
"Thank you for the kind offer Ma'am. I regret that I must decline to accept it though. I have all of my equipment at the inn and my laundry to collect. Gentlemen I will leave now to collect my laundry, get a bath and some sleep. I will either see you at the inn in the morning or at the gate we entered Heranmar. I will be honored to accompany you to the monastery. I hope you will not mind my joining you."
Niobe steps away from the table and adds, "I have left you the gold you asked for for the ritual, and I will be happy to help look for your stolen talisman. Thank you for your time and services Mother Lillian." With a quick bow Niobe leaves the house and heads straight for the laundry house to collect her clothing and pay the laundry bill.
Shiraz d20=13 Wednesday January 28th, 2004 11:01:24 PM
Shiraz notices the small pile of gold and adds his 30 coin to th egrowing pile. "Niobe may I join you on the walk back to the inn please?" Shiraz shrugs his dripping cloak back on and adjusts the hood for maximum protection. Once back at teh inn Shiraz pays for a room and quietly heads upstairs for his quiet meditations with his revered book.
Ilsidur Wednesday January 28th, 2004 11:39:26 PM
Ilsidur looks with concern at Lillian. "I will stay here for the night. It is not good for someone who has had a bump on the head, like you have, to sleep alone. If it is alright with you, I will spread my bedroll here on the floor, so that I can keep an eye on you tonight."
Teleheri and Link Thursday January 29th, 2004 9:46:32 AM
"Ok then! We will go tomorrow. Do you think i will miss this chance to know more and more about this stange continent? of course not"
As Niobe starts to walk away, Teleheri Yells "Niobe, Wait.. ill go with you. This might seem dumb, but for true, i dont trust wizards... I'd rather stay with someone that in a way or other understand my feelings"
Lookin at the other people "Were will be our meeting point? at the inn or the town gate?"
As he hear the answer, he go downstairs, looking for Link, and then head to the Inn with Niobe and Shiraz.
"Come Link! Tomorrow we will have a hell of a party!"
Peerimus Thursday January 29th, 2004 10:31:15 AM
Peerimus turns as some leave and Lilian goes upstairs to Ilsidur. "Yorrick and I will saty as well, though it will be on the porch as he can not fit through the door. Though sleep might be fleeting. I feel a bit uneased, whatever evil lies within the monestary may very well know of our presence."
Pausing as he exits, Peerimus lays 2 potions of Cure Light Wounds on the table. Stepping outside he smiles broadly at his friend who moves up the porch to take shelter from the rain. "Tonight we sleep right here old friend, but first," Peerimus says a small prayer looking deeply into Yorricks eyes, "Father Wold grant us a sprak of your eternal spirit with which to defend ourselves. [Heightened Greater Magic Fang] Yorrick curls up on the porch and Peerimus leans his back against the great bear and gazes out into the night till his eyes get to heavy.
Barnum and Edgar d20+13=18 d20+5=18 d20+13=16 Thursday January 29th, 2004 1:07:28 PM
Barnum walks up to the polished steel mirror and examines it carefully. "Some kind of scrying devince, eh? I find it strange that some magic was able to harm her simply by her scrying it. It must be very powerful indeed..." Barnum looks over the mirror, trying to determine if there's anything more to it then is apparent. (Spellcraft 18, Appraise 18)
He then casts Detect Magic on himself, examining the mirror more closely, trying to find any remnant of the magic that hurt Lilian left over. (Another check, if necessary Spellcraft 16)
In any case, Barnum and Edgar will stay at Lilian's house with Ilsidur and Peerimus.
Savin d20+7=18 Thursday January 29th, 2004 2:12:39 PM
Savin will watch the others make their decisions on going and staying. He decides to stay as well. "No problem with sleeping on the floor." He will see Niobe count out the money and then others add to it,"Nice tip." he thinks to himself. Then he sees Peerimus add the two potions. He thinks to himself, "Wow I need to become a Seer! They get rich easy."
He will turn to the seeress and say, "Please allow me to cook for this hoard. Peerimus is a glutton and Isildur can eat 1/2 a cow by himself. I won't even bring Yorrick into it. Is there a market nearby where I can get provisions?"
After Savin gets directions, he will head out and buy enough food for tonights dinner and breakfast tommorrow. He will also pick up about 10 pound of fish and some honey for Yorrick.
When he gets back, he will start baking meat pies and peach cobbler. "It is so nice to be able to use a oven for a change. I can cook on a camp fire but you just can't bake that way. He will spit several chickens and start humming to himself obviously having a good time.
Savin Thursday January 29th, 2004 2:13:19 PM
OOC opps the 18 was my cooking roll.
Justin Webber (DM) Night and Morning Thursday January 29th, 2004 4:04:52 PM
Savin is told of a nice place to buy food just down the road from Lillian's house.
Barnum finds nothing harmful about the mirror now and only can sense and see the magic of the srying spell on it.
Those who spend the night at Lillian's house find the night peaceful even in the ol house that seems to creak throughout the night.
Ilsidur does have a visitor just after everyone beds down. Who else but the dawrven barmaide who decides to stay the night also with Lillian's permission.
Thoughs who return to the INN hear abit of stuff while there though. Rumors fly around that the city tomorrow would be locked up and no one would be allowed to exit the city do to some criminal matter that has come up.
In the morning the group who stays with Lillian is happy to find her pretty well healed from the accident the other day and she stashes the money away before welcoming the breakfast that Barnum makes, "Thanks for the wonderful breakfast. It has been a long time since this old lady has had a meal made by someone else."
When the group leaves Lillian's house to meet up with the rest of the group, Lillian stands on the porch and waves at you, smiling lightly in her normal manner and watching you with her one good eye before walking back in her house and getting ready for any new buisness that might come this day.
When everyone meets up at the Inn you hear more comments about the city on a lock down status and people comment about the city guards being out in force at the moment.
Shiraz d20=18 Thursday January 29th, 2004 10:57:27 PM
Shiraz wakes early and quietly gathers his belongings, heading out the inn's front the door the taur stopps suddenly to return his room key. Shiraz shoulders his pack easily and heads out of town unaware of any rumors. Shiraz quickly exits town and turns up teh road to the seer's cottage. AS soon as he arrives at the cottage Shiraz builds a small fire<DC 18 Wisdom to keep it small> and places his backpack down. Shiraz pulls a small book out of his pack and spends a quiet hour in contemplation. "Praise be indeed," Shiraz mumurs as he places the book reverently back in its leather wrapping and removes his armor. Shiraz works his way through his stances and sword styles until the sun begins to peek over the horizon. Shiraz quickly rinses off using the water from a water skin and rejoins his friends for this new trip.
Ilsidur Friday January 30th, 2004 12:41:55 AM
Ilsidur wakes up in the morning, with a slightly perplexed look on his face. He thinks to himself, "What just happened last night? I don't think that I had had that much to drink." He thinks briefly of the barmaid, Bria, as he is gathering his gear together.
On the way to the inn, Ilsidur stops in at a small jewelery store, and purchases a simple silver bracelet.
When he arrives at the inn, Ilsidur approaches the bartender, hands him the silver bracelet, and says, "Would you please make sure that Bria gets this, and tell her I will be thinking about her?"
Once the bartender has put the bracelet aside, Ilsidur continues, "Now, to business...what is going on in the city this morning? Why is the city in lockdown status, and why are the guards out in such force?"
Niobe d20+9=16 d20+9=25 Friday January 30th, 2004 1:39:45 AM
Niobe first collects her laundry and places all of in her pack in the room she rented previously. (I dont know if anyone is sharing the room with her.) Then takes the bath she has longed for; she brings a fresh set of clothing, a towel and her dusch kit with her. After getting dressed and making herself presentable she returns to her room and stows the rest of her gear away and leaves, locking the room. She goes down to the common room.
Niobe orders a cider and listens to all of the banter. When she hears the rumor of the lock-down she scans the room for people that might know something more and be willing to talk. Niobe will spend most of the evening and part of the night (if the common room is open for that long) spendig time talking to the patrons trying to gather more information about this criminal matter and the lock-down of the town.
Niobe will get up relatively early in the morning, get cleaned up, collect her gear and go down to the common room for some breakfast, and to pay her bill. If people are there and are still talking about the rumor Niobe will politely ask if anything has changed concerning the criminal matter and the lock-down.
When she has gotten all the information she can she will either join whoever returns to the inn, or go to Lillian's house to meet up with the others. Niobe hopes to be able to leave town before the town guards get too active.
(Gather Information 16 and 25)
Sly Foxx and Luke Friday January 30th, 2004 7:51:42 AM
Sly being a half-elf sleep only four hour a night, the rest of the knight he read over his Spells. Early in the morning when they start breakfast, Sly will open the Ivory snuff Box and get's the Ivory Chest. He opens it,"what can she use?? Not the Ferret it would only come back to me. Not the Belt of Kobodian Kind that's curse." There on the Bottom is a pair of silver Daggers,"Yes! this is something that she can use." Sly puts the Ivory and Gold chest away again, then leaves the silver dagger on the mirror edge. After leaving Mother Lillian's house, Sly and Luke are off to meet the others at the Inn. They spot the rest of the group and ask"Hello! Mind telling me what's going on outside. There's more guards out there, then there's fleas on a dog?."
Savin Friday January 30th, 2004 8:53:48 AM
Savin will rise before dawn and do his exercises like usual. He will then make scrambled eggs for everyone and toast some slices of bread.
After they all meet at the Inn, Savin will inquire to what the fuss is about. "We are innocent of any wrongdoing and fight on the side of good. Has anyone thought to ask a guard what the deal is and maybe offer our services?"
Teleheri d20+8=21 d20+4=20 d20+4=13 Friday January 30th, 2004 9:59:21 AM
After a good night sleep, Woody wake up, and, pack his things, and as he got in the main hall of the inn and hear the rumors about the city being closed, he looks at Niobe and ask "You did something? Because wasnt me... I hope nothing happened to Cenobite. Come Link let's check him out." Looking to the others, he says "Wait a second guys, ill be here soon. Ill see what informations can i get about this"
Then he heads toward the stables where Cenobite is, Woody walks listening to everything the people talk about the incident [Listen Check 21], and as he hear someone talking about it he try to get the more information he can [Gather Information Check 20].
When he arrives at the stable he keep looking for information among the workers there, while looking how Cenobite is[Gather Information 13].
Then he go back to the inn and tell everyone the things he heard.
Peerimus Friday January 30th, 2004 10:27:00 AM
Peerimus and Yorrick thoroughly enjoy Savin's breakfast in the morning. Over the meal he speaks up, "Savin,: he says smiling, "I'm no glutton, I merely enjoy every meal. You never know when that meal will be your last and food is something to celebrate after all , especially with good company."
Meeting at the inn, Peerimus is a bit nervous about the heightened guard and supposed lock down. "I hope no one reacts poorly to Yorrick here. Perhaps it would be best for us to stay in and around the stable area where he will stand out as much. When you find out what is going on, someone should come get us."
Assuming no objections, he and Yorrick make there way to the stables and take up a small spot to the side, but still outside so as not to spook the horses.
Barnum and Edgar d20+14=30 d20+6=20 Friday January 30th, 2004 12:38:22 PM
"That would seem the logical thing to do, Savin. I'll go and ask." Barnum says. But first, to make his appearance a little less shabby, he casts Prestidigitation on himself, all the dirt and mud on his clothes lifts off, and he is left clean, with a spring fresh scent. "Excellent." He goes off to talk to the nearest guard, but not before leaving a potion of Cure Light Wounds at Lilian's mirror's edge.
Barnum walks up to the nearest guard, trying to appear friendly and non-threatening. "Good morning to you today, sir! If you could, please tell me why the city is in lockdown and there's such a fuss about. My companions and I have some urgent matters to attend to, outside of the city, but we fully intend to obey the law and stay if it's completely necessary. If there is some sort of trouble afoot, perhaps my friends and I could help? We're quite good at that sort of thing." (Diplomacy 30, Gather Information 20)
Justin Webber (DM) Morning info Friday January 30th, 2004 9:12:10 PM
The baretned grins and takes the gift from Ilisdur, "I'll give it to Bria when she comes in good dwarf."
Everyone gets the same info about the lock down and murderer problem except Barnum. Everyone but Barnum finds out that the city was just put on lock down suddenly during the night and that some murderer is suppose to be loose or something of that sort in the city.
The guard that Barnum approaches looks at him and listens to what he has to say before speaking in a clear voice, "Sir, we can not allow anyone to leave no matter till the person we seek is found. I do not know you or your companions so maybe if you tell me who you and your friends are suppose to be then I will see about having you help us. Either way I would advise you to mainly stay at the local Inn or such you were at and the town guard will surely see you any matters or possibly having you help us." The guard does speak nice even knows it sounds like all buisness but you get the genuine idea that he will tell the captain of the guards anything you say that might help them.
Niobe d20+9=23 d20+4=15 Friday January 30th, 2004 9:45:25 PM
Niobe prepares to stay put for awhile, and has no plans of doing anything even remotely suspicious in the next few days. As soon as she hears that there was a murder she looks for Teleheri and quietly tells him, "I guarantee you I didn't do that. Murder isn't my type of thing." Niobe makes absolute certain that there is no-one else about the overhear her.
Niobe leaves the stall after talking to Teleheri and takes a casual walk around town to see how people are reacting to this. If she encounters any guards she will listen to what they might tell her, and return to the inn immediately if told to do so.
(Gather Information 23, Sense Motive 15)
Savin Friday January 30th, 2004 9:56:05 PM
Savin will crack his knuckles and sigh, "I guess we are gonna have to lay low for a while."
He will turn to the big minotaur and ask, "Shiraz what is in that book you are always reading? Can I borrow it someday?"
Barnum and Edgar Friday January 30th, 2004 10:46:32 PM
"Thank you, sir. If you have a moment, please tell your captain to send someone to ask for us at the inn we're staying at. My name is Barnum Berrybrawn and our groups name is the Children of Chaos." Barnum tells the guard the name of the inn the group is staying at, and thanks him again.
Barnum and Edgar return to the inn, and Barnum tells all his companions that he sees there or on the way what happened. When they get to the inn, Barnum asks a waitress for a platter of appetizers that the group can share. It might be a long while waiting.
Teleheri d20+4=12 Saturday January 31st, 2004 9:34:29 AM
Telheri will keep walking around and looking for more information about this murder, looking for things like, rewards, and physical description about him.
[Gather Information 12]
Sly Foxx and Luke Saturday January 31st, 2004 10:41:11 AM
Sly arives at the Inn where every body is to meet and gets the news of the lock down, "What a murderer lose in this town? Well we might as well get a couple of room" Sly pay the inn Keeper for two room and tells him that they don't know how long that they'll be staying. Barmum enters and tell Sly what he said to the guards. "Well the guards around here are very serious bounch, but if they want help I'll help, if the want infomation, I'll tell them what ever I know. Thank you Barnum you did right."
Shiraz Saturday January 31st, 2004 7:53:22 PM
Shiraz walks back into the inn after his workout and asks for his key back. "So now what do we do?" Shiraz asks his friends, "I know we were not in any hurry but now that we have a path I am itching to get back on it."
Ilsidur Sunday February 1st, 2004 6:56:38 PM
Ilsidur congratulates Barnum, "Good job getting that guard on our side. With the town in a lockdown, it may be difficult for all of us to get out. And even if we do get out, we may be branded as fugitives. If there is in fact a murderer in this city, I would want the city guard trying to catch him, rather than concentrating on trying to catch us for just wanting to be on our way. I suggest we let this play out for a bit. If the Chaos Bell is still in the monestary, a few extra days shouldn't make any difference."
Justin Webber (DM) No news is good news?? Monday February 2nd, 2004 1:25:38 PM
Teleheri's trying to gather info does little good as the guards have yet to release any info to the people and they will give out no details at the current moment. It seems that whatever the murderer did is a high priority to the guard and most likely the nobles of the city.
The group decides to make do with being stuck for now and Sly gets a couple of rooms. The Inn your in seems to died down quite abit and most people have went to their homes instead of being in the eating and drinking area of the Inn.
The few people in the place only seem to be complaining of not being able to leave and hunt or trade outside of the city. Others complain about the lack of info on the murderer that is suppose to be loose. Even the bartender seems to be in a slightly foul mood do to his customers having almost abandoned the place for now.
The only ray of sunshine in the place seems to be Bria and the other barmaide on duty who are acting or possibly just normally nice and cheerful considering this is their job. Bria spends most of her time flirting with Ilsidur more and serving the table he is at.
Other then these events the day seems to drag on slowly and the sun outside has began to sink some to show it to be past noon outside.
Savin d20+13=14 d20+10=30 Monday February 2nd, 2004 3:58:49 PM
Savin is bored. He tried his hands at darts but its excitment soon pales. He flirts with the barmaids but they are busy serving what few customers their are.
He goes into the yard and does kata. It helps relax him a little but not much. He calls into the tavern. "I am going for a jog." He starts jogging down to the market, trying to keep his pace slow. Doesn't want to stand out to much.
When he gets to the market, he will do some booth browsing. He will make sure to keep an eye out for anything unusual.
OOC interesting rolled a natural one for my spot check but a natural 20 for my listen check. Must have gotten dirt in my eye.
Teleheri d20+2=8 d20+10=30 Monday February 2nd, 2004 5:21:11 PM
Woody decides to stay drinking at the inn, since it seems theres nothing new around, and try to convience a barmaid to warm him up this night, telling her that he's son of a very very rich man that lives at the Northern Continent...
[Rolls (if needed) Charisma - 8; Bluff - 30 (wow.... natural 20. i guess she will think i'm even richer... :)]
Sly Foxx and Luke Monday February 2nd, 2004 6:25:51 PM
Sly and Luke are restless"Savin, Wait up I'll be going with you. My arm and reflex are growing stail. I need some excersise." Sly looks down at Luke "Want to come along and streech your legs?" Luke will get up and follow the both of them.
Barnum and Edgar d20+6=9 d20+6=19 Monday February 2nd, 2004 7:36:42 PM
Edgar, taking advantage of the inconspiciousness of being a bird, leaves the inn for a little while and flies around. He flies just outside of city limits and sees if there's anything interesting going on past where the others are forbidden to go. (Spot 9, Listen 19)
Barnum sits at the table in the inn eating his appetizers. He is careful not to let himself drink any alcohol today, figuring that he had enough yesterday to last him the week. Seeing as how Sly and Savin have left, Niobe is out, and Woody and Ilsidur are preoccupied with the waitresses, Barnum takes a seat next to Shiraz. "So Shiraz... I suppose we all have a story as to what we're doing with the Children of Chaos, and why we've chosen our paths in life. Would you indulge me a little bit by telling me yours?"
Shiraz Monday February 2nd, 2004 10:16:23 PM
Shiraz sits at the nearest table to a window and pulls out his well worn book and begins to read it. Shiraz soon becomes absorbed in the book and ignores the activity around him.
Ilsidur Monday February 2nd, 2004 11:19:57 PM
Ilsidur tries his best to flirt back with Bria, and manages a few smiles, but is clearly distracted. He says, "Sweet lady, I am worried about what is going on in town. As much as we would like to stay in town and relax, we do need to get going. Do you know anyone in town who could tell us about what is going on with this unknown murder? I'm sure that you have served some local town officials that we could try to contact, haven't you?"
Niobe d20+9=29 d20+10=27 Tuesday February 3rd, 2004 1:06:27 AM
Niobe will find a place to sit and watch the people who are still out; in particular the guards. She will move to a new place to sit and watch from every so often until she finds what she thinks may be the scene of the crime. Niobe wants to try and find out what social class the victim was, and a name if she can. She will not stay in one place for too long at a time. If her observations don't give her any clues as to where it happened then she will return to the inn.
(Gather Information 29, Spot 27)
Peerimus Tuesday February 3rd, 2004 11:58:57 AM
Peerimus stays with Yorrick by the stables. IF no one is going anywhere that is fine. A few days and nights in the open air is a perfectly pleasant way to spend one's time.
The day is broken a bit while Savin tries to work the boredom from himself and Peerimus watches the man with interest, but then it is over and he stretches on his back to admire the sky in its meriad of blue and the dance of teh clouds as they move by.
Justin Webber (DM) Day into Dark Tuesday February 3rd, 2004 1:34:50 PM
The day slowly fades and most people once again gets very little info on whats going on around the city.
Edgar in his flight sees nothing of interest outside of the city.
Savin finds little at the market to see or hear.
Teleheri persuades one of the barmaides to come visit him tonight.
Ilsidur gets little help from Bria, she shrugs her shoulders and smiles to him, telling him that she has met very few high ranking people in the city.
Niobe in her search around town finds very little really. In a small area in the nicer section of town there is a house that is roped off pretty much and there are to many guards there and armed heavily to get to close.
After everyone returns to the Inn and start to relax some as the sun has started to set outside the Inn comes to life more and some people start to stream in, it would seem that people are starting to get use to the lock down status. It isn't to long after the sun fully sets that a guard comes into the Inn, the guard wears extremly nice armor and a longsword hangs at his waist. The guard slowly looks around before making his way to the table and adjusts his helmet on his head, "Sirs, I was told you offered to help us if we needed? I am captain Joran."
Niobe d20+16=27 Tuesday February 3rd, 2004 2:19:34 PM
Niobe gives up her vigil on the heavily guarded house and returns to where she had carefully hidden her gear. She takes all of her stuff back to the inn. This occurs just before the usual crowds go to the inns to gossip and have a drink. Niobe talks to the innkeeper and asks if there is anywhere that she can store her gear; that can be locked, instead of taking up a room that others might need. If he has a small room she can use Niobe will lock her gear up there otherwise she will rent a new room.
Niobe will join the others and eat a light meal of bread, sliced meat and cheese, with a mug of cold cider to drink. She tells the others, "there is a house that is very heavily guarded on the nicer side of town. I bet that is where the murder occured." Unless anyone wants to talk Niobe will hurry up and finish her meal. She will then relax and watch the locals. When the Guard Captain stops at their table Niobe smiles quite charmingly and nods a greeting to him. Inwardly she sincerely hopes that she isn't in trouble, until he says that they are looking for help.
(Charisma check 27)
Savin Tuesday February 3rd, 2004 4:02:10 PM
Savin will leap to his feet and stride over to the Captain. He will stick out his hand and offer to shake the Captain's hand.
"Captain Joran, My name is Savin and these are my companions and friends." Savin will introduce them all including animal companions and familiars.
"Please Captain, join us. Have you had any dinner yet? Perhaps a nice cool cider to quench the thirst or maybe something a littler harder?"
Savin will signal for the waitress and order whatever the Captain requests. "Now how can the Children of Chaos be of service?"
Sly Foxx and Luke Tuesday February 3rd, 2004 5:44:41 PM
Sly sit with a mug of cider, When the Captain Joran approches their table. He whisper to Niobe "Easy Girl! smile and keep an eye on the locals, Woody you too." Taken back by Savin introduction to the Captain of the guards. Sly smiles and knods his head to the man, but Sly almost fall out of his chair when Savin tell every body that they are the Children of Chaos. He remembers the last time he was in this town."
Barnum and Edgar Tuesday February 3rd, 2004 10:05:51 PM
Barnum stands up and proclaims, "Captain! I'm so glad you could join us! Please, have a seat and tell us what we can do for you."
Shiraz d20-2=1 Tuesday February 3rd, 2004 11:18:43 PM
Shiraz attempts to hide behind his book<Bluff 1 oops> but fails miserably as his friends attmpt to draw more information out of Joral.
Ilsidur Tuesday February 3rd, 2004 11:18:57 PM
Ilsidur introduces himself, "Well met, Captain. My name is Ilsidur Wayfinder, a cleric of the Gods of the Wold. We are trying to leave town, but we seem to be stuck here by this lock-down. Perhaps we can help you to solve the problem, and then we can be on our way?"
Peerimus Tuesday February 3rd, 2004 11:28:16 PM
Peerimus notes the captain mentally as he approaches, but as introductions are handed out he stands as nods to him before resuming his meal. There were far too many eager to help already, his voice was not needed to be added to the din.
Teleheri and Link Wednesday February 4th, 2004 11:33:44 AM
Woody gives a little smile to the barmaid, as she aggrees to warm him up tonight "Later then..."
When he see the captain gettin close the the Children's table, he sit down on the table, ask for a beer mug, and stay quiet and listen, waiting the opportunit to ask how much he would get for helping the guards.
Justin Webber (DM) Conversation Wednesday February 4th, 2004 12:17:44 PM
Captain Joran seems to take all the greetings in stride and even shrugs off the comment on the group being the Children of Chaos. He waves the barmaide off as he speaks simply, "Still on duty here, maybe later."
Captain Joram stays standing as he looks to each member of the group, as if measuring them before speaking, "Something just seems off tonight and with so many curious minds about town and eyes we need some more help. Most of the guards are watching the gates at the moment to make sure no one exits town." Captain Joram's eyes move to Niobe for a moment in wonder and it seems maybe he has a idea of what she may be before speaking, "The guards are given specific orders to shoot first and ask questions afterwards. I need you all to take a look around town and meet me back here. I will see that you are payed for your services."
Sly Foxx and Luke Wednesday February 4th, 2004 6:30:58 PM
Sly knows that to ask for help from the Children of Chaos, the Captain of the Guards has to be pretty well desprate. "Alright! If we have to stay here in lock down, it does get expensive. Now ! what do you want us to look for and do, besides staying out of the guards way?" Sly pet's Luke and gives his some jerky.
Barnum and Edgar d20+2=15 d20+4=19 d20+6=9 d20+6=20 Wednesday February 4th, 2004 6:33:33 PM
Barnum nods cheerfully, "Very good, sir!" he says. Barnum then looks to his friends. "I suppose it would be best if we split up to cover more ground?"
Edgar then says, "Do you all remember that Mother Lilian said something about we had someplace to go within the city, and she would tell us where, but we wanted to know things about the monastary instead? Perhaps one of us should visit her and see if she has any information."
As long as everyone agrees, Barnum and Edgar will go towards the Northern most part of the city and investigate there. They will walk around, looking for anything or anyone suspicious. (Barnum Spot 15, Listen 19. Edgar Spot 9, Listen 20)
Peerimus d20+10=13 d20+4=10 d20+7=15 d20+4=16 Wednesday February 4th, 2004 7:44:51 PM
Peerimus nods his agreement then speaks, "Captain wewould be of better assistance if we had more information and direction then 'keep our eye open.' Some detail perhaps on the murder, who the victim was, did they have family in the house, forced entry, a violent fight, was the rest of the family harmed, what kind of apparent weapon?"
After the Captain has departed, Peerimus agrees with Barnum, "I beleive Ilsidur should go to Lilian's. Yorrick and I will take a patrol aound the center of town."
If no one objects he and Yorrick leave for their choosen route. Along the way Peerimus shifts to a great black grizzly bear and casts a heightened Greater magic Fang on himself and Yorrick. [Peerimus Spot 13 Listen 10 Yorrick Spot 15 Listen 16]
Savin Wednesday February 4th, 2004 11:02:26 PM
Savin agrees on moving around town but says to the Captain, "Sir stop being coy. Tell us what is going on. We will keep it confidential. What or who do you wish us to keep an eye out for? Is it safe for us to split up? Or would it be wiser for us to fight this enemy as a group? What happened that has you so spooked?"
Niobe d20+5=22 d20+5=15 d20+15=18 d20+13=15 d20+14=32 d20+15=19 d20+13=28 d20+10=20 Thursday February 5th, 2004 2:42:03 AM
Niobe takes a chance and mentions once again the heavily guarded house in the nicer part of town. "Gentlemen, there is that house I mentioned." Niobe glances toward the guard captain. "It has far more guards then even a wealthy family would normally retain."
Niobe looks straight at the captain and says, "I am certain that at least some of those guards are retained by the city." She grins slightly, "were they merchants or diplomats? Maybe one of the local well-to-do politicians or minor nobles?" Niobe arches a brow in question as she asks the captain about the victim's station in society.
Niobe hopes that no one decides to check the rooftops while she is up there. She also neglects to tell the guard captain exactly where she intends to do her searching.
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When Niobe is done talking to Joram she rents a new room, gets cleaned up, and dresses for an evening of roofwalking. Niobe wears black and grey tight-fitting clothing with a belt with two large pouches on it. One has her thieve's tools and a small mirror. The other has resin, a few small items. She has a small, light backpack on her back with her climbing kit, rope and grappling hook in it. Niobe ties her hair back in a knot, so it doesn't get in her way.
Niobe slips out of her room through the window; after checking that no one is around of course. She carefully towards where she saw all of the guards. She takes care to avoid any people outside. Once she gets there she climbs one of the far houses from the guarded one and makes her way over to it. Niobe tries to be as quiet and stealthy as she can. Once she gets to the house in question she finds a place to sit and watch it. She will watch the goings-on until she is certain that either everything is normal or there is a chance to sneak in.
(Climb 22, balance 15, move silently 18, hide 15, open lock 32, disable device 19, hide (to scope out the house)28, spot 20)
Justin Webber (DM) More info Thursday February 5th, 2004 1:24:12 PM
Captain Joram nods and looks to Niobe when she brings up her comment before speaking to answer, "The murderer was of a noble family here in the city. He killed his parents and brother, luckly his sister was out of town. The man's name is Krilanos Quendeck and we actually know very little of him since he never left his house very often. Something about he is a albino, one of few in this whole area."
Captain Joram looks back to Niobe now, "The house that is so heavily guarded is the Quendeck house, we stationed guards there just incase he returns home, so far no one has went back their other then curious spectators."
Captain Joram pauses now in thought as he thinks of anything he missed and shrugs, "We have no idea where Krilanos might of left to but we know he has to be in the city some where. We have moved his dead parents and brother to a temple down the road. We just need you to patrol the city and watch for him or other problems. If you see anything you have my permission to tend with the matter and bring the person/s to me after you capture them."
(OOC:If this info changes anyones previous posts then just state the changes in your post. Otherwise you can restate what your doing.)
Barnum and Edgar d20+2=5 d20+4=19 d20+6=23 d20+6=22 Thursday February 5th, 2004 6:01:58 PM
Barnum and Edgar will go to the area of town around the temple that the deceased have been moved to. They will look around that area for anything suspicious. (Barnum Spot 5, Listen 19, Edgar Spot 23, Listen 22)
If they find nothing suspicious, they will enter the temple and try to gain access to the bodies there. [OOC: What kind of temple is it? Who is there? Anything else of note about the temple?]
Sly Foxx and Luke Thursday February 5th, 2004 6:33:14 PM
"Hmm! We will do our best, Captain." replied Sly. "Well if I was an albino where would I hide? Among statues? or He would have to cover himself from head to toe, like a monk?? Well let's give it a good try, Now let's hit the bricks." Sly will search the wall of the city, up one street and Down the other. The both of them all night long.
Shiraz Thursday February 5th, 2004 8:40:10 PM
Shiraz waits until the captain leaves to stand up. Shiraz walks upstairs quietly muttering to himself about patricide and the disrespect of the young. Shiraz returns ten minutes later in full armor with his dark cloak wrapped tightly around his breastplate, the tell tale sword hilts standing out visibly. "Who do I go with? and where do we go?"
Niobe d20+13=26 d20+10=17 d20+9=23 d20+10=14 d20+5=14 Thursday February 5th, 2004 9:58:29 PM
Niobe listens carefully to what Joram says, and makes a mental note about the man's name and condition.
Niobe still goes out on her rooftop scouting. She only brings two daggers, no armor, and other wise what I stated previously. She will not only watch what happens/does not happen within the house but also anything that happens around it. If she does this right then she will have a very nice vantage point from which to watch much of the surrounding area.
Savin Thursday February 5th, 2004 11:01:46 PM
Savin doesn't like all this splitting up but he decided to head to the seeder section of town. He will go to several different inns to see if he can pick some information up. He will only bring 10 gps with him as a precaution against theft.
Peerimus Thursday February 5th, 2004 11:38:22 PM
Armed with information Peerimus will continue with his original plan and will walk a route about teh center of town. Just before leaving, "Shiraz, why don't you come with Yorrick and myself as the rest seem to be undertaking things more on the sly?"
Hopefully with Shiraz, Peerimus in bear form and Yorrick move through the night at a steady casual gait.
Ilsidur Thursday February 5th, 2004 11:43:20 PM
Ilsidur takes Peerimus' suggestion, and heads back to Lillian's house. He keeps his eyes open as he makes his way through town, and when he reaches the house, he climbs the stairs, and knocks, calling out, "Madame Lillian, it is Ilsidur, from the Children. I have a few more questions if you can help me?"
Luke(ceil) d20+5=20 d20+5=9 Friday February 6th, 2004 8:34:11 AM
Luke is a little bit ahead of Sly, looking here and there, sniffing here and there. Luke is atracted to one spot,'Oh! you think this is your spot. (Luke mark the spot)Now it's mine."
Listens - 20 Spot - 9
Justin Webber (DM) The spread of Chaos Friday February 6th, 2004 2:23:28 PM
Captain Joram answers the question possed to him quickly, "The temple is a old temple devoted to Alemi."
The group decides to mainly split up. Niobe sneaks on to the roofs and watches for anything weird. She finds nothing though other then at a small section of town she can make out a small temple with eerie light coming from inside of it.
Ilsidur actualy gets no answer at Lillian's and it looks like she might be gone, probably to get some herbs or such for her line of work.
Yorrick is the first to pickup on something weird which Peerimus will notice shortly after since his big friend makes it none. With the strange scent you are lead towards the temple where Barnum and Edgar have headed to.
Luke picks up the same scent that Yorrick has and has began to lead Sly to the temple also.
Barnum is greeted at the temple by something terrible disturbing. On the walls of the temple is smeared blood and strange pictures that only a mad person could possibly make out. You can see strange light comming from inside the temple and incense can be smelled but it is normal since many temples do burn incense when dead are brought into a temple for any rights to be given.
Peerimus Saturday February 7th, 2004 9:26:49 AM
Peerimus and Yorrick follow the scent to the temple. Once there they will move around the perimeter once before settling on the location of just in front of the main temple doors about 20 distant.
Sly Fox and Luke Saturday February 7th, 2004 4:06:03 PM
Sly is talking to Luke "Well we have tho city pretty well covered, if anything out of the odernary move. We'll know about it." Luke start to pick up something, he goes down this street, with twist and turns he heads more or less for the Temple. Sly terll himself "Why am I not suprise? He takes an arrow, lighting it on fire, then shot it into the air. "We have not been togerther for long, but I hope Neobe, and a few others will see that arrow? And know what I mean." Sly then turn to Luke "Don't go into the temple alone, wait for me!"
Luke stop and look at Sly "Ahh! Gee!"
Niobe d20+10=21 d20+10=20 d20+5=16 d20+13=25 d20+15=23 d20+10=30 d20+2=14 Sunday February 8th, 2004 12:15:58 AM
Niobe looks around and sees the eery glow coming from within the temple. She speaks lowly to herself, "that's odd... I never thought I'd see a Temple of Alemi that would make my skin crawl." Niobe starts to look around to see what the guards are up to when she sees a burning object hurtle into the sky. She wonders what the heck it is before figuring that it must be some sort of signal. She thinks "I hope that doesn't concern me." She carefully makes her way off of the roof and stays to the shadows as she moves quickly towards the temple. If Niobe comes across any of the others she will ask them if they noticed the odd glow from the temple.
As Niobe heads towards the temple she thinks about the fact that she only has 2 daggers and no armor. She cringes. Niobe makes a point to tell the others that she isn't exactly equipped to fight anything, that she only has 2 daggers and has left her armor back at the inn.
Spot (Sly's warning arrow) 21, Spot (looking for guard activity around the house) 20, balance 16, hide 25, move silently 23, listen 30 (natural 20), wisdom check 14)
Barnum and Edgar Sunday February 8th, 2004 8:27:18 PM
Barnum looks to the others who have arrived at the temple. "So... Chaos spread us apart, and fate has brought us back to here. Let us enter together, then."
Savin d20+13=24 Sunday February 8th, 2004 9:54:01 PM
Savin is wandering the city when he notices a streaking beam of light. "Is it a meteor? Giant fireflies attacking the city? Maybe one of Sly's warning flaming arrows?" Savin decides to go check it out and starts to trot in that direction.
Ilsidur d20+5=13 Sunday February 8th, 2004 11:44:52 PM
[OOC: Spot roll of 13 to see Sly's arrow, so...]
If Ilsidur sees Sly's warning arrow, he will kick his boots into high gear, and travel as fast as he can to the origin point of the arrow. He arrives just in time to meet up with the others.
If Ilsidur does not spot the arrow, he leaves Lillian's house, and makes his way towards the original site of the murder, keeping his eyes open on the way.
Justin Webber (DM) Temple Monday February 9th, 2004 7:03:14 PM
Everyone finally makes it to the temple, rather lead, normally going there or seeing the flameing arrow shot by Sly. (of course this means that Illisdur and the others seen the arrow to let people know for sure :).)
Niobe didn't notice anything unusual with the guarding of the house and also didn't see no way of sneaking in without a very big risk of being caught.
At the temple the group decides exactly how to approach the situation.
The temple is quite normal other then the blood on the walls and such. It is a single story and the windows have curtains pulled so you can't look in. There is a window set higher up on the wall that is cracked open alittle but not to far either and way to high for anyone to reach without climbing the smooth walls.
The door leading into the temple is opened just alittle and inside you can hear slight mummbling but it is hard to make out anything at all from the mumbling since it is really saying nothing.
Savin d20+13=18 d20+11=20 d20+13=28 d20+10=17 Monday February 9th, 2004 10:23:54 PM
Savin trots up to the temple and meets his friends. "What is going on?" he will inquire. "Well it is a temple of Alemi. I think I will go take a quick look. Come running if you hear any screams of pain. Especially if it is me screaming."
Savin will then move quickly but quietly to the temple door to take a peek inside. He will try to keep to the shadows so no one can see him. Once he gets to the door he will peek in and see if he can hear anything.
Ilsidur Monday February 9th, 2004 11:20:28 PM
Ilsidur follows Savin up the stairs, and waits about 10' behind the monk. He whispers, "If you go in there, leave the door open a crack, and I will keep an eye on you through it. that way, if you can't call out for some reason, I will be able to see what is going on, and come in to help you, if necessary."
Sly Foxx and Luke d20=15 Tuesday February 10th, 2004 6:06:19 AM
"I'm glad you saw my signal, Luke and Yurric has led us here, Now we can go into the frount door, just don't look at the walls, or the window on the second floor, up there (Sly points to the open window), what we need is a human ladder. That way could be more dangerous! Any body wat to try?? I'm game!" Sly smiles at the ons left outside.
Luke sniff the open door and will take a few steps into the room.
perswasion - 15
Niobe Tuesday February 10th, 2004 8:46:53 AM
Niobe arrives at the temple a few minutes before Savin and Ilsidur walk through the front door. She hears Sly's comment about the window and looks up at it. "If you want to try the human ladder idea that sounds fine to me." Niobe smiles at Sly's suggestion. She studies the wall under the window, and notes that it is smoother than what is usual for buildings.
As a precaution she makes a point of informing the others that she isn't exactly equipped to be doing any real fighting. "Just so you know I left my weaponry and armor back at the inn. I only have two daggers with me. Oh, and various climbing equipment." Still looking up at the window she adds, "...not that this building is tall enough to need any such gear."
Barnum and Edgar Tuesday February 10th, 2004 5:12:18 PM
"Bah! Alemi would let no harm come to me within his temple walls!" Barnum proclaims. "Alemi bless me." He says, and enters the temple, following a few feet behind Savin.
Shiraz d20=1 d20+1=19 Tuesday February 10th, 2004 9:39:10 PM
Shiraz nods at Peerimus' suggestion and follows rhw druid and the bear away from the inn. Shiraz walks behind the two bears. Not noticing anything general<Spot 1> Shiraz attempts to pick out anything unusual<Search 19>. Following the 2 bears Shiraz stands before the bloody paintings, "What in the name of Imod's hammer is all of that?" Shiraz whispers. Shiraz throws his cloak open to draw his primary sword and to have better access to his second sword. The taur then pulls his shield from its secured spot on his back firmly stating a word in Tauric. The shield begins to float around him. "OK lets go in together."
Peerimus and Yorrick Tuesday February 10th, 2004 11:14:17 PM
Peerimus, as a great bear, agreeadly shakes his head to Shiraz and gestures towards the doors with a great claw. head on is generally a good approach.
Giving a nod to Yorrick to heel he moves in through the doors side by side with the taur if possible.
Justin Webber (DM) Inside the Temple Wednesday February 11th, 2004 1:25:01 AM
(OOC:I'm terribly sorry for such a late post everyone. I had a very hectic day and yesterday was also my mother's b-day. I hope you all can forgive this slipup.)
Since the general approach seems to be to move on in everyone or most everyone moves to the doors or one inside. Inside you see the following which you may or may not stop before being seen.
Along the row of benches and kneeling by the laid out bodies of the dead family of the muurdered family is a albino man who wears a very dirty and almost destroyed white robe. The looks of the robe shows that it isn't dirty from just a single day of hiding or other activities but years of wear and not being washed. The man stays kneeled and doesn't seem to hear you but he does speak and you can hear him from where you stand, "why did you make me kill you? why were you going to sacrifice me? I was no curse to the family..." The man's body shakes for a few moments in pain of the loss and what he did but then suddenly he is shaking in laughter and more words can be heard, "ohhh you deserved it...treat me like you did, beat me, try to kill me....ha! die and may your spirits never find peace and wonder forever!...I'll change the people who are like you...they'll have no choice...they'll change and be free of such laws or die and be set free!!"
A priest in dark robes who stands to the side of the room suddenly steps out. The man hasn't seen you either but on his robe is a single symbol that could be none other then a symbol for the power of chaos, "ahhh, so you have finally come out chosen one...you will lead us to the harmony of chaos...you will pave the way as our savior."
The room is large but the rows of benches will hinder to many moving about together. There is only the single door leading out and you see nothing else except the priest, the albino, the dead bodies and the alter at the head of the temple. there are normal decorations inside the temple and small hangers where the incense is being burnt.
Sly Foxx and Luke Wednesday February 11th, 2004 7:13:14 AM
Sly takes a last look at the window, high above the ground "We better leave the window alone for now, the others are in the temple." He tell Noibe. Sly draws his special sword and motions her to follow him. He tell Luke "Go find Yurric and be careful."
Luke enters the temple first.
Niobe d20+10=15 d20+13=33 d20+15=29 Wednesday February 11th, 2004 3:29:23 PM
Niobe follows Sly into the temple. She draws one dagger and keeps it hidden under her cloak. Niobe does her best to move quietly and keep to the shadows so she isn't seen. She tries to listen for any one or anything similarly trying to keep their presence masked.
(Listen 15, hide 33, move silently 29)
Teleheri and Link d20+8=22 d20+13=19 d20+19=38 Wednesday February 11th, 2004 5:00:49 PM
After walking around the town and finding nothing, Woody and Link reach the temple, just in time to see Niobe and Sly getting into it with weapons drawn. "I hope i'm not late for the fun". Grabbing Link wiht his left hand, and his rapier wiht his right hand, Woody runs in the direction of the temple.
As getting into the temple, Woody gets more cautious, and try to listen anything unusual, and walk trough the shadows, and stay beside Niobe in silent, and watching whats happening.
(Rolls Listen 22, Move Silent 19, Hide 38)
[off: im really sorry about these missing post, but it was because i got a really full week, with lots of exams to do...]
Peerimus and Yorrick Wednesday February 11th, 2004 9:40:04 PM
Peerimus pauses slightly taking in the scene before him, the chaos priest, the albino mad ramblings and the bodies in repose, the fall of the spirit
Jolting his mind to set himself to motion, Peerimus moves right without a sound, to the wall intending to move down the right side ailse, Yorrick on his heel. Looking to stay close to the wall and hopefully unobserved. the others will draw attention soon enough and hopefully prevent the enemy from noticing myself or Yorrick
Barnum and Edgar d20+2=19 d20+4=24 d20+7=27 d20+5=14 d20+6=26 d20+6=18 d20+9=14 d20+5=7 Wednesday February 11th, 2004 9:43:21 PM
Barnum and Edgar stay low to the ground behind the others, trying to watch and listen to the situation before deciding on an action.
Savin d20+13=26 Wednesday February 11th, 2004 11:23:15 PM
Savin will take the scene in at a glance and notice all his friends slinking around. "Where is all the big fighter types when you need them. Oh well I guess it falls to me."
Savin will silently glide up behind the cleric and say in a loud voice hoping to startle him and put him off balance. "This one isn't going to be leading the cause of chaos anywhere today. He and you are coming with me and my friends to the city watch. We have been asked to bring him in and for some strange reason, I think they might want to talk to you as well. So lets get down to brass tacks. You coming peacefully or am I gonna have to get unpleasant?"
OOC Savin rolled a 26 on moving silently
Ilsidur Wednesday February 11th, 2004 11:44:03 PM
Ilsidur moves to back up Savin, around from Peerimus and the huge sneaking bear, and says, "My friend here speaks the truth, although he could do it with a little more tact. The city watch is searching for you, and we have been tasked with bringing you in, so that the powers-that-be can determine the hows and whys of your actions. However horrible your actions were, you should be allowed to present your case, and we will try to make sure that you get your chance. Will you come with us?"
Justin Webber (DM) Fight? Thursday February 12th, 2004 10:11:26 AM
Everyone who made a move silently and hide in shadow check succeed since the temple is dark and the priest and albino man were to busy to hear anything.
The cleric of chaos jumps at Savin's words and grins as he looks at the albino, "your time has come, be watchful and wait." With that said the cleric slips a ring on and vanishes from sight.
The albino growls at seeing you and grabs a large candle holder (the candle holder is shaped much like a staff) and twirls it once, "You seek to take me into for punishment....I will not be taken to law...if you work for them then I will set you free first from you chains of servitude to it." As the albino waits for the first attack to come he strikes a defensive pose. Your suprised at the handling of the candle stick and skill but it is clear also that he has had no true combat test in fighting.
(OOC:Just a small comment here. You HAVE to bring him in alive.)
Savin AC 21 htpoints 67 d20+10=27 d20+5=20 d10+4=13 d10+4=5 Thursday February 12th, 2004 11:36:17 AM
Savin will say, "Find the priest, I will take care of this fellow." He will then lightly dance forward and snap a kick to the albino's head going for a stun (using his stunning fist feat)(albino needs to make a save versus fort dc 17. Savin will follow up this attack with a quick punch to the solar plexus.
OOC Savin is using subdual damage instead of real damage. Did 18 points of damage if both hit.
Peerimus AC 20 HP 64 and Yorrick AC 15 HP 51 d20+14=34 d20+8=24 d20+12=26 d20+16=19 Thursday February 12th, 2004 1:53:15 PM
Peerimus snorts at the clerics disappearence, as Savin moves to handle the albino. Shifting to the form of a Dire Bat, the druid now uses the creatures Blindsight to pick out the invisible cleric. [Spot 34 Listen 24]
Upon his discovery he will move over the fleeing man while Yorrick follows on the ground. If possible Yorrick will attack with a single claw [hit AC 26 Improved Grab Grapple check 19] OoC both Yorrick and Peerimus have a speed of 40
Barnum and Edgar Thursday February 12th, 2004 4:49:02 PM
"Thinks he'll escape? I think not!" Barnum says, and casts Evard's Black Tentacles in front of the temple's exit. Barnum is careful to position the spell so that it will not affect any of his companions. He then proceeds to kick himself for never learning Glitterdust.
Sly Foxx and Luke d8+4=11 d20+5=14 d20+5=21 Thursday February 12th, 2004 6:18:52 PM
"I know this is a stupid question But Did anybody bring a net? Here Niobe, I brough a short sword for you. defend your self." He hand her the sword by his side, but in hand he has his special sword. Sly will try to get as close as posable and Use a Shocking Grasp on the Albino. If he get the chance he'll try to grab a leg and infleck 11hp on him (hoping to shock him to a stop for a few seconds). "If this works tie him up, Oh! Yes, does anybody have a rope?" ask Sly
Luke sniff here and there, looking for a scent or movement anywhere. He listen at 14 and spots 21.
Niobe d20+13=26 d20+10=16 d20+15=20 Thursday February 12th, 2004 9:13:45 PM
Niobe puts her dagger away and takes the shortsword from Sly. Niobe stays near to the albino instead of trying to find the invisible priest. "I have plenty of rope. Does anyone have any flour?", she calls out.
Niobe stares at the man as he wields the candle stick like a pro. "Well, I am impressed he actually knows what he is doing...," she says dryly. She steps deeper into the shadows and attempts to flank the albino; moving as quietly as she can.
Niobe doesn't think that she could do anything to just hurt the man, so she decides to see if she can distract him instead. She keeps the shortsword at ready just in case the priest shows up again. Niobe hopes that some one can tackle the albino or render him unconscious.
(Hide 26, Listen 16, Move Silently 20)
Teleheri Thursday February 12th, 2004 9:25:30 PM
Teleheri remains on the shadows, and starts saying some strange words with little gestures, and keep concentrating himself from where he is, and looking around, for any magic arura that he detects [Casting Detect Magic, looking for magic auras that might come from the 'invisible' priest]. If he sees any aura that seems 'floating' without a source, he yells "The priest is there!" and points to the direction of the Aura.
Ilsidur Thursday February 12th, 2004 10:36:07 PM
Ilsidur calls out, "Sly, we need to take him in in one piece! If you have to hit him, use the flat of your blade! Good job, Woody! See if you can find him! Shiraz, if Woody points out an area, you try to grab whomever is where he is pointing!" Then Ilsidur targets a hold person spell at the albino. [OOC: Target needs to make a Will save versus DC17.]
Shiraz d20+16=34 d20+6=21 Thursday February 12th, 2004 11:30:02 PM
Shiraz watches Woody for a direction to attack and just hopes he is able to grab the disappearing priest. <attempt to grab and hold the priest AC 34 Str 21> If Shiraz manages to grab the priest Shiraz will attempt to bear him to the floor. If no floating aura is found Shiraz will advance on the albino and attempt to grab him and hold, <AC 34 Str 21>.
Justin Webber (DM) Capture and lost d20+2=17 Friday February 13th, 2004 12:48:36 PM
The Albino has no chance to shrug off the effect of the stunning fist as the non leathal damage alone drops him, knocked out to the ground.
Shiraz misses the priest and gets nothing but air actually.
Ilsidur casts hold person on the albino who is knocked out.
Teleheri's spell picksup nothing.
Barnum casts his spell on the exit to the temple and Edgar watches for any movments, etc.
Peerimus can find nothing also in his dire bat form.
Niobe watches from the shadows and flanking the albino as he is taken down.
Sly holds off on his attack since the albino has been captured (had to have your attack not hit as it would be real damage and enough to kill him. The albino is only level 1 at the moment.)
Luke and Yorrick have alittle luck with the priest since both of them follow their nose to behind the alter where a grate in the floor has been removed and below a small sewer can be seen. It's clear that the cleric is probably long gone or has a far enough head jump to make tracking very hard.
Sly Foxx and Luke Friday February 13th, 2004 1:56:20 PM
Sly holds off touching the albino, Since he knock out. "Good! I'm glad that I didn't have to use my Socking Grasp, He's weaker than I though. Let's bring him to the Captain of the Guards, tell him what we saw, and see what he wants done." Sly goes to find Luke, the dog is with Yorrick and they both are looking down into a small sewer, Sly ask "Is the sent end here?" Luke answers "Yes!"
Barnum and Edgar d20+2=8 d20+6=8 Friday February 13th, 2004 4:54:40 PM
Barnum looks over to the sewer and clenches his fist, "He's gone! I don't believe it... Does anyone here know the Scrying spell? If not... Maybe we could enlist Mother Lilian's help again? Anyway, you're right Sly. Let's see the Captain of the Guard first." Barnum and Edgar both scan the floor for anything belonging to the cleric that might be useful in some kind of divination spell. (Barnum Spot 8, Edgar... also 8)
Edgar gives Luke a curious glance. "Did the dog just talk...?" He says to himself.
Peerimus and Yorrick Friday February 13th, 2004 5:37:37 PM
Peerimus returns to human form. "The cleric is quick on his feet. The sewers lead somewhere, I do not think we should give the true cause of these murders any more time to atttempt escape from the city or to blend back into the population. He has less than a minute headstart, we, especially Master Savin, could close that gap quickly." Then turning to Yorrick, "Defend Sly." Peerimus then drops into the sewer.
Teleheri d20+5=22 Friday February 13th, 2004 9:43:55 PM
Woody now get out from the shadows, and looking at the helpless albino, says "Good work, guys, but..." Thinks a little bit with himself, and continues "Remember that he was talking something about being forced to kill these people. I think we should ask him some questions before take him so quickly to the Captain. It may be happening more things than our eyes and ears tell us.." While wating the others answers, grabs Niobe's rope and start binding the albino. [Use Rope 22]
Savin d20+10=27 Friday February 13th, 2004 10:01:16 PM
Savin sees Peerimus drop into the sewer and quickly follows him. When he gets to the bottom, he will hold up his hand for silence. "Use your ears. Listen for splashes. Can you make light?"
ooc 27 for listen skill.
Ilsidur d20+13=25 Friday February 13th, 2004 11:42:15 PM
Ilsidur calls out the potential sewer rats, "If you can't find the tracks from that chaos cleric, I suggest you get back up here!"
Ilsidur quickly checks to see that the albino is in fact unconscious, and tries to tell about how long he will be that way. [OOC: Heal check of 25.] Assuming that the albino will be out for a while, Ilsidur slings his axe and shield over his back, and picks up the albino, slinging him across his shoulder in a fireman's carry, and heads towards the entrance to the sewer. When he reaches the entrance, he calls out, "Do you really want to chase that priest? I don't want to leave this guy here, since he was what we were originally sent to get. If we all insist on chasing that cleric, Shiraz, if you climb down the hole, I will pass you this guy, then climb down, and we can carry him between us."
Justin Webber (DM) The big stink! Saturday February 14th, 2004 11:15:36 AM
Savin and Peerimus is greeted by a great stink of the sewers which could almost curl a dwarf's beard. (Fort DC of 20 or loose your lunch)
They both hear no padding feet sounds or even splashing down here and it is terribly dark. For some odd reason you feel that the chaos cleric has already made good his excape.
Ilsidur is pretty sure the albino will be out for some hrs. The deffinet amount unsure still.
The comment is brought up about questioning the albino but what shall the group do now.
Sly Fxx and Luke Sunday February 15th, 2004 7:59:15 AM
Sly goes to the sewer opening and yells down, "I don't think that cleric is anywhere around, we better get out of here, now you two come up out of there and Please walk ahead of us." Sly turns to the rest of the party, asking them "Want to see what in the other rooms? including up stairs?" Sly knew this would tickle the imagination of a lot of them. (including himself)
Niobe Sunday February 15th, 2004 6:52:30 PM
Niobe moves over to the sewer opening and peers down into it. She can't help but get a brief whiff of the nauseating stench.
"Well, I was going to suggest trying to track that cleric. However I don't think we will find him today; not down there anyway." Niobe steps back from the opening and glances around the room. "I think taking a look around is a very good idea. We might find some clues concerning that cleric." She thinks to herself "and we might find some nice little trinkets..." She is more than ready to take a look around.
Savin Sunday February 15th, 2004 10:16:40 PM
Savin looks at Peerimus and says, "Guess we have been out voted." He will grab his friend by the waste and give him a boost up. He will quickly follow and say, "Well lets get this chap to the Captain."
Shiraz Sunday February 15th, 2004 10:32:43 PM
Shiraz mutely reaches out and removes the albino from Ilsidur's hands. "We need you to keep those fingers ready," Shiraz whispers to the cleric as he places the albino on his left shoulder and draws his sword with the right. "To the captain first and then to find the priest."
OOC sorry about missing a post I moved my mother in law all day saturday. Reworking on Shiraz's character sheet it was lost in the hard drive meltdown a while back.
Teleheri Monday February 16th, 2004 8:51:41 AM
"Hey Savin, and Shiraz... havent u heard what i said? before we deliver this guy so fast to the guards i think we sould interrogated him, to know what's really heppening. I dont like to be ordered to do something, and dont know why am i doing this... can anyone wake him up?" Teleheri waits for the others movements...
Peerimus d20+10=30 Monday February 16th, 2004 10:36:31 AM
Climbing back out with Savins help he turns and gives him a hand up as well. "We heard no sign of him, he must have used more powerful magic then a simple invisible ring to make his getaway." "There may be a clue to his identity about, but as this is a temple of Alemi it is more likely we should convince the captain to let us go through the noble house first. The cleric has probably been poisoning his ear for some time and there may be a journal of what the guard saw as indecipherable scribbles that would yiel to our scrutiny." At Telehri concern, Peerimus turns casually, "Telehri, the man is responsible for the murder of the three people laid out before you. To me the only reason he still breathes, is the captain of the guard wishes the honor.
Ilsidur d20+6=10 Monday February 16th, 2004 1:14:26 PM
Ilsidur says, "Thanks for taking the load off, Shiraz. I agree, lets spend a few minutes searching this place; maybe we will find some clues."
Ilsidur will make his way around the building, looking for obvious religious signs, etc. [OOC: Knowledge religion roll of 10, so they had better be really obvious!]
Sly Foxx and Luke Monday February 16th, 2004 1:24:03 PM
"I don't like what you said about 'using more powerful magic than a simple ring'and also you two did not hear any splashing of some one walking in water. The only reason I want the Albino outside is all this blood on the walls, might set him off again. But I would like to see what is in the other rooms, before we go??" said Sly as he looks behind the door to the other room.
Barnum and Edgar d20+2=7 d20+2=5 d20+6=23 d20+6=13 Monday February 16th, 2004 2:01:41 PM
Barnum looks over the three bodies on the floor, noting anything of interest about them. (Spot 7, Search 5)
Sly's comments spark a bit of curiousity in Edgar, who flies around to see if there are any rooms in the temple. If he finds one, he will casually investigate it. (Spot 23, Listen 13)
Justin Webber (DM) Temple Search and Guard we go Monday February 16th, 2004 2:58:06 PM
The group decides and searches through the temple in hopes of finding some info about the cleric and what went on here.
In the search of the temple you find only the normal Alemi relics around the temple and some various coins in the poor box. Upstairs is a single bed room where a cleric of Alemi lays. The cleric's eyes have been removed and his tongue cut out. For some reason you find it unlikely that the albino killed the cleric though since you found no sharp weapon on him.
The bodies down stairs you do find a single slash mark across each parents throat, the wound is jagged though and couldn't of been made by a dagger or other bladed weapon. The brother though has his head badly bashed in.
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