Niobe Saturday April 24th, 2004 8:14:21 AM
Niobe isn't sure what to do with Kulak, especially after that lightning bolt trick. She is absolutely certain that he can become very dangerous in the near future. "Savin, what do you suggest we teach him? Other than morals and ethics obviously." Much more quietly she adds, "He cannot learn any of my skills; indeed I will not teach him them either. He is just way too large, noisy and probably not agile enough." Glancing over at the seemingly unattentive golem Niobe says finally, "personally I am unsettled by the rate that he learns, it's just not normal. Maybe you're right Peerimus, Kulak probably is driven."
Justin Webber (DM) Morning Talks Saturday April 24th, 2004 10:19:03 PM
Kulak says nothing as the others talk about him and his growing/learning. After a few mins he quickly snaps his eyes back open and looks around abit, he sighs abit to himself as he looks off to the North but then looks away whispering to himself, "Thought I sensed something."
(OOC:Should have the new module approved soon so everyone please be abit more patient. Also Eunice, please count this as my Friday post and all posts after it are to be classified as Fridays posts till I make my Monday night post. Not meaning to tell you your job, just letting you know which post this is. :) Thanks and good job on the ADM reports Eunice.)
Niobe Sunday April 25th, 2004 4:13:04 AM
Niobe wonders why there is now an awkward silence. "Is there any compass direction you gentlemen have not travelled yet? I am in no hurry to return to Hook City any time soon. I can say at least that much."
((No prob Justin I am counting this post as DM post #5 for the week.))
Sly and Luke d20+6=16 d20+6=17 Sunday April 25th, 2004 7:40:03 AM
OOC: Knowledge of [History] 16 - Knowledge of Nature 17
Sly is eating when Kulak mumbles something like 'though I sence something', Sly look up to the giant, and he's looking north. "Kulak! Tell me how it feel like, I think you have a nose for trouble." To the rest of the troup Sly tell then "The only thing I know of up north is my old village and the Elven Land??"
luke is off with Yurrick looking for huney to eat?.
Ilsidur Monday April 26th, 2004 12:41:47 AM
Ilsidur returns to the party, and says, "Well, I managed to finally dispose of the treasure, and traded it mostly for cash. I count that there are seven of us, so we can split it seven ways. You can each have 111 pp and 1 gp. OK?" He passes the money out to all the party members.
Barnum and Edgar Monday April 26th, 2004 4:42:50 PM
"One hundred eleven platinum pieces?! Alemi bless you Ilsidur!" Barnum proclaims, quite happy to receive his fair share of the money.
"North, east, west, south... Anyway we go is fine with me. But... Kulak, what do you think you've sensed to the North? I wouldn't mind visiting the Elven Land, and your old villaige if you'd like, Sly."
Justin Webber (DM) Talks and Money Monday April 26th, 2004 9:38:40 PM
(OOC:I should be able to get you moving on the next module tomorrow. Those few who received a email about charactersheets please get those to me soon also.)
Ilsidur comes back with money and begins passing it out to the group.
Kulak shrugs and looks to each person before speaking slowly as if in deep thought, "I do not know yet. Something doesn't seem right in that direction."
Kulak notices the small objects that Ilsidur is handing out and blinks, "what is that?" It is clear Kulak has never seen money before.
Savin Monday April 26th, 2004 10:29:42 PM
Savin will take the money and smile. "Soon my precious...soon I will be able to afford you."
His head snaps up when he notices the strange looks he is getting and he will smile. Thank you again for curing me Ilsidur. I appreciate it. Did you remember to split up the gold as well? Or did you convert it into plat pieces as well.
ooc we got 3000 gps from the clerics and I had to use all but 900 gps to identify the items. Did you figure this?)
Ilsidur Monday April 26th, 2004 11:12:05 PM
Ilsidur smiles at Savin and says, "Glad I was able to help. So, you say that you used the money to purchase the identifies? I paid for the identifies with the gems that we recovered. So, does this mean that we have the full 3,000 gp left over? If so, then we need to split it seven ways as well."
Then Ilsidur answers the giant iron child, "Kulak, these are called coins, and they are used as portable wealth. If you have an item that someone else wants, then he can trade you some of these coins for the item. Then, you can take these coins and trade them for another, more useful item. Would you like one?" He offers the iron giant a gold piece.
Shiraz Monday April 26th, 2004 11:23:39 PM
Shiraz carefully watches over Kulak's workouts, tucking away the golems movements for future reference.
Sly and Luke Tuesday April 27th, 2004 7:39:30 AM
"Now that will come to 428gp. and 7cp for each. Now My large Son, if you should need some thing to wear, than you use these coind, but you have Iron Armer, you don't need clothes." Sly tells tell the Golem, as he takes out the Golden and Ivory snuff Box opens it, takes out the golden Key, unlock the little box and *PooF* there is the Golden Chest. In which Sly puts his money in. Sly ask the others "anybody want to put away something, before I put the chest away in another demintion?"
Sly will wait for an answer, then reverse his step and put the chest away.
Luke runs back to Sly with a snout full of Honey. Sly taks one look at the dog, asking "Does this mean that your friend Yurrick is not far behind you?" Luke answers "Yes!" then run off again.
Niobe Tuesday April 27th, 2004 5:11:08 PM
Niobe happily pockets the money. She is somewhat amazed at how profitable 'adventuring' is. While half listening to the others explaining money to Kulak she daydreams about all the things that money can buy. Heh, all the things that the wealthy have which are sellable through fences! Niobe smiles to herself.
Barnum and Edgar Tuesday April 27th, 2004 5:57:26 PM
Barnum sits on the ground in the field, laying out all his posessions on a blanket and all his coins in a pile, and meticulously makes note of everything he has. It reminds him of doing inventory with his parents when they were traveling merchants. He wonders how his parents are doing in that little house in Plateau City, wonders if his father, P.T. Berrybrawn, can stand staying in retirement. He imagines his father and mother, sitting in a cozy room with a fireplace. His father, playing an old Halfling song on the fiddle. His mother, happily reading a book, or maybe baking a pie. Barnum sighs. It was not the first time, in more than two years of traveling, that the little Halfling was homesick.
Meanwhile, Edgar sits atop Kulak, who is one of the finest perches the raven has ever come upon.
Justin Webber (DM) Guest Tuesday April 27th, 2004 6:49:45 PM
Kulak shakes his head at the offer of giving him a gp and smiles now, "no thank you father Ilsidur, I do not think I will need it."
Kulak thinks on what he said and the shakes his head again, "What ever the feeling was is gone now." Right after Kulak speaks he points quickly at the direction he had sensed something towards.
Traveling towards the group or rather from the looks going to be traveling by the group is a single elf. The elf wears adventuers clothes and has a dull brown cloak. The elf is a small distance away and has not seen the group yet or maybe just isn't paying a attention since you guys don't really look like any form of a threat.
(Sly on a spot:12 and Int check of 12 will realize he knows the traveling elf as one of the elves who lived near the village that Sly, his mom and sister moved to, infact the elf is a wandering hermit of sorts.)
(Ammendment) Coming the way from the city is a second person. (Jeff, you can post from this point. I wanted to leave your intro post to you otherthen this small comment here. :) Good luck and enjoy the game.)
Shiraz Tuesday April 27th, 2004 10:10:06 PM
Shiraz chuckles softly at Barnum, "You remind me of my older brother," Shiraz gets a whimiscal look on his face and wonders away.
Savin Tuesday April 27th, 2004 11:08:42 PM
Savin will watch the 2 individuals heading for the group. He wonders what their reaction will be when they see the iron golem. He pulls out his pan pipes and starts blowing random notes eyes watching the coming scene.
Ilsidur Tuesday April 27th, 2004 11:41:12 PM
Ilsidur has a seat near his friends, just relaxing, waiting to see what the day brings. He notices the newcomers, and briefly looks over the elf, not recognizing him at all. However, the other one looks familiar; something about the way the figure walks, with a bounce in his step that Ilsidur has not seen since the fight with the red dragon...
Peerimus and Yorrick Wednesday April 28th, 2004 12:14:01 AM
"Many thanks Ilsidur, someday I am sure to find to use for all this treasure." Peerimus stows the coin in his pack, merely pouring it in to cascade in a jingling fountain to the bottom.
Kulak points towards the elf and Peerimus looks over his direction and then to Sly. "It would appear one of your people is coming Sly."
Sly and Luke d20+5=14 d20+3=17 Wednesday April 28th, 2004 1:44:49 AM
OOC: Spot 14 - Int 17
After puting his stuff away, he is about to pick up his magic book. When Peerimus tell him about on of HIS people was coming this way. Sly gets to his feet, looking down the road. Yes there a elf... An wood-elf... "Why he use to live near my village in the foot hill of DreMora" Sly starts to to advance toward the elf and in best Elvish he yells as he start running towards this elf, "Hail! Friend! By all the woods in this wold and By Domi's beard Welcome!" Sly runs to him with open arms of welcome. Sly will stop about six feet in frount of the Elf, then greets him in the elven welcome.
Luke is still playing hard to catch with Yurrick. Until Sly stops in frount of the Elf, then the dog will go to Sly side.
Niobe Wednesday April 28th, 2004 2:46:43 AM
Niobe shakes herself out of her reverie and watches each of the travellers in turn. Of course she doesn't know any of them...
Barnum and Edgar Wednesday April 28th, 2004 9:27:45 PM
Barnum looks up at Shiraz with a quizzical, "Hm?" As Shiraz walks away, Barnum smiles softly, rubbing the tattoo on the back of his hand.
Edgar flies to Barnum and lands on his shoulder, saying, "That person, the one coming from the city. I got a strange feeling from him."
"What kind of a feeling?" Barnum asks back.
Edgar replies, "The same kind of feeling I received... When I first met you."
Barnum raises an eyebrow, and turns to look over this person, but is distracted when an aquaintance of Sly arrives.
Justin Webber (DM) Friend of Sly Meeting Wednesday April 28th, 2004 10:40:25 PM
(OOC:I will be emailing Jeff Collins to let him know he can start posting in the game, just incase he hasn't noticed the small intro.)
The hermit like elf sees Sly and laughs as the old elf greets Sly with a warm hug, "long time no see my friend. It seems like only yesterday when you were just a wee elf."
The hermit like elf motions to the small gather of Sly's friends and the iron golem, "Some funny company you keep my friend, may I join you for alittle bit? I been wandering the land for some time seeking knowledge of various things and of various people. Some knowledge I have you may be interested in."
Shiraz Wednesday April 28th, 2004 11:05:09 PM
Shiraz walks over but keeps quiet, assesing the figure.
Ilsidur to Savin Thursday April 29th, 2004 12:03:52 AM
"So, do we still have the 3,000 gp? Like I said, I figured that we used a number of the gems to identify the items in the Catacombs, and have removed them from our treasure. Does that mean that we should share the 3,000 gp? That would make another 428 gp each."
Jurgen Sturmjager and Vus Thursday April 29th, 2004 2:12:13 AM
From the city, an old friend of the Children walks steadily. He, indeed, has a bounce in his step. Something that seems out of place, as he comes closer, on his face. His movements are those fitting of a much younger person and he seems to dance as he walks. Indeed, that's what Ilsidur notices. But the young face of the carefree boy of Jurgen is gone. His long blond hair has been removed completely and his childish stubble is gone.
While the Children of Chaos have been off on their adventures, and some rather exciting ones too, Jurgen seems to have had a few of his own. A long scar runs from his chin and along his lip, ending just before his eye. It looks a few months old, at least. Long enough to have healed over. But his wide smile seemed to make him appear a lot less fearsome. His once dark eyes had become alive with colour. No longer dark holes, but now shining blue orbs.
The constant companion of the sorcerer winked into existance, right next to him. The blink dog immediately rushed up to Luke, giving his a quick sniff over and playfully biting. Knowing that it used to dizzy Luke, Vus began to blink and continue to play with his old friend.
Jurgen's smile beamed to his friends. It had certainly been a long time since he'd last seen them. But he knew their faces and, although he missed those that weren't there, he was happy to be around them again. With any luck, they'd want his help for some task or another. The Shadows had split up... Or been disbanded. Well. Technically, their leader had been executed and the rest of them decided to find safer pastures. The groups actions hadn't exactly been the most honorable. At first, the Shadows were the kind of people that Sir Thomas would have liked. But then the entire fiasco at the temple of Gargul... Well. Now he was here, with old friends.
"Good day strangers. Do you happen to know where I could find the Children of Chaos. They are a rather amazing sight to see. Proud adventurers. Conquerers of great evil. Saviours of entire nations. They are an awesome force, nothing like your rag-tag bunch," For a moment, he holds a serious face. Then he lets out a brief laugh and gives the group a wink, hoping that those whom he hasn't yet met don't think him a complete fool. Letting his quarter-staff drop to the ground, he walks to give hugs to those who he knows, and hands to those who he doesn't. To Niobe and Barnum he gives a short introduction, echoing the proud statements of a boy after defeating a dragon with his friends.
"I am Jurgen Sturmjager. A Blade of the Shadow, wielder of blood magics and an ex-Child of Chaos... Although the tattoo decided I wasn't done yet. And who am I to control my life? So, here I am again. To join you, once more. If you want me, that is." He grins again, enjoying the fact that his friends are near-by. He barely notices the fact that they are speaking to a rather large golem. He had seens enough fascinating things to stop his jaw from dropping all the time, if only to keep it from being sore.
Sly and Luke Thursday April 29th, 2004 8:31:42 AM
Sly gladly hugs his long time hermit friend. "Oh! It's been a long time, ages ago. I have not seen you since (here Sly's voice changes to a painful tone) I left my village. Here come have some food and I'll introduce you to..." When a familure voice BOOMs in. Sly turns around and sure enough THERE stands Justin, "Well I'll be hang, it's Justin Sturmjager... Thank-you Domi for these fine friends... Come let's eat and I'll tell all about the Children Of Chaos..." "Here is Ilsidur,our Cleric with Savin who is a Monk.(Now Sly is talking to the both friends)these two keep us on the path to Domi. This is Sharaz the best Minotaur Fighter, here we have a Halfling Barnum and his Edgar the raven, Over here we have the beautiful Niobe, she's very talented, and here is Peerimus, the finest druid I have ever met. He has a friend called Yurrick the bear, who I see your dog Vus is driving Luke and the bear crazy... Over here is our newest Friend A Iron Golen, he distroyed the Church and the Bell, we call him Kulak and he call us Daddy and Mommy... Now let us all go by the fire and tell tall lies and play catch up with our lives."
Luke jumps aroun trying to get this Blinking dog scent, "STOP!" yells Luke.
Peerimus and Yorrick Thursday April 29th, 2004 9:25:49 AM
The great bear bounds in on the blinking dog and quickly decides Luke is playing and so this new creature must be a friend, but try as he might, it is too fast and Yorrick quickly spins himself to the ground trying to keep up.
Peerimus moves to Jurgen and at Sly's introduction merely smiles and nods to him, then steps him and wraps him to a great hug. "It is good to see you again. Yorrick may not remember Vus, but I you. But I must go save another friend just now. Tonight we celebrate." With that, Peerimus moves off to 'rescue' Yorrick from Vus. "All right you three!" he begins...
Niobe Thursday April 29th, 2004 2:49:01 PM
As introductions are in order the young Half-Elf stands up and shakes hands with both Jurgen and the hermit Elf. "Well met gentlemen. I am Niobe uiCrevan from Hook City." Since Niobe is actually in a very good mood she smiles a dazzling smile as she greets both men.
As is her wont Niobe is wearing dark form-fitted clothing with a low, v-cut neckline. Her cloak is thrown back from her shoulders for the moment. After all why hide herself under a cloak? She and her clothing are clean and smell very faintly of a light floral scent. Her clothing accentuates her perfect figure as well. She has fairly long dark brown hair which is tied back in a loose braid. On her belt are a couple of small pouches three daggers and a rapier. Clearly her cloak and boots are of exceptional Elven make. The rest of her gear is laying neatly on the ground where she was sitting.
Barnum and Edgar Thursday April 29th, 2004 7:48:35 PM
Barnum stands up, eager to shake the hand of Sly's elf friend, and especially eager to shake the hand of this Jurgen Sturmjager. "Well met! I am Barnum Berrybrawn, master arcanist and traveler from the Northern Continent..." Barnum begins his spiel. Edgar, the raven, shakes his head slowly, muttering in perfect Common, "Here he goes again..."
Barnum is dressed in rather fine clothes for a wandering adventurer. He wears meticulously polished black boots, well tailored brown pants, and an exquisite white shirt, all free of any stains whatsoever. He wears many golden rings, some with gemstones, some without. His finest article of clothing, however, is a bright red cloak, which, for whatever reason, seems to make you feel friendlier towards him. All this is topped off with deep green eyes, and semicurly shoulder length black hair.
"So, Jurgen. You were there when the Children fought that dragon? Amazing! I've heard that story once or twice."
Savin Thursday April 29th, 2004 9:39:57 PM
Savin says, "Sly I met Jurgen when I first joined the Children." Savin glides up to Jurgen and holds out his hand. "It is good to see you again. It looks like you have had a few adventures of your own lately. Good...tired of listening to Sly's same old boring ones at the evening fire. Welcome home."
ooc yes Ilsidur needs to split up the 3000 gps to the group. sorry for the delay."
Ilsidur Thursday April 29th, 2004 11:56:45 PM
Ilsidur says, "Alright Savin, so we each can claim another 428 gp." He takes his gold from the monk, and places it in a pouch in his backpack.
Justin Webber (DM) Friend Meeting and more news Friday April 30th, 2004 12:46:20 AM
Everyone becomes aquainted with Jurgen again after the long time he has been away from the group.
Kulak watches everyone with interest and motions to the new person who joined the group, "Who is this man, I have never seen him before? Is he another father?"
The hermit like elf looks to everyone and pretty much ignores the iron golem since he is not sure of the large creature. He lets everyone greet their old friends before speaking to Sly, "I had heard of the disaster of the village you lived in Sly, I also heard about how the elven people living their suddenly vanished. I have heard news though the in a place called Ice Vein that a group of slavers have taken and sold some elves in that area. It is very much possible that your mother and sister could be among those sold in that land." As if on a second thought the hermit elf also comments, "That is of course if they are still alive. I have not been to that land before but the place is suppose to be pretty harsh to outsiders."
Sly and Luke Friday April 30th, 2004 8:17:34 AM
Sly smiles as Savin jabs at him with his humerious words, "Well Savin, you have changed since we last seen Justin. After all you (SAVIN) have gotten older, slower and much uglier." Sly laugh at jousting that was going on. "Excuse me while I talk to my old neibor here." But before he does look up to Kulak and answers the golem question, "No Kulak, This is a full hermit elf, hermit have no children, they just live alone and move around the country. Juston over there will be another farther to you. Do you mind if this Friend and I sit in frount of you here??" The Elf Hermit and Sly each have a plate of food, Sly listens to what the hermit has to say in between bites. When the old friend got to the part of Ice Vein and he was told that his Mother and Sister might be there AND suffering. Sly stop eating (which is rare, he usally finishes every thing on his plate) and puts his plate down for Luke. "Tell me? My old friend, this place Ice Vein, is it North of Gateway Downs or DreMoria the land of the Elves? I have been looking for Both of them and all the villagers all these years. I have fought all sort of Evil, Mummies, vampires, Evil Cleric most foul, slavers and even a young Red Dragon. But to find my Mother and Sister, I will travel to this place to see if they might just be there. Even if I have to go at it alone."
Luke eat what is in his bowl, But when Sly put his half eaten meal down for him, He'll eat it, then nose Sly arm asking. "Me go too?"
Savin Friday April 30th, 2004 12:34:21 PM
Savin hears Sly talking to the hermit and puts a comforting hand on his shoulder. "I don't think you will be travelling alone my friend. This old and slow monk would be honored to accompany you. Besides I would like to meet your mother. If she raised you, she must be a very understanding and patient person."
Barnum and Edgar Friday April 30th, 2004 6:17:59 PM
"Slavery... Exists in the Southern Continent? I didn't realize." Barnum looks a bit troubled at that thought. "Ah! We'll travel to the Ice Vein, we'll defeat whomever stands in our way, and we'll find your sister and mother! And we'll do it as a team!" Barnum says, with a smile, trying to force the thought out of his head that Sly's mother and sister might not even be alive.
Justin Webber (DM) Waiting Friday April 30th, 2004 11:07:59 PM
(OOC:Just keeping up with my suppose to be everyday post. Not enough posts yet to move on the game really so I will check in tomorrow and will make a DM post if everyone or almost everyone has posted. Goodnight and enjoy everyone.)
Niobe Saturday May 1st, 2004 3:45:56 AM
Niobe nods when Barnum suggests that they go north to the Ice Vein area. "What is the quickest way to travel north? We certainly do not want to drag our feet do we?" Of course if Niobe is also given 148gp from left over gains she will pocket that immediately. She picks up the rest of her gear just in case folks want to leave right now.
((OOC: Sorry for missing a post yesterday. I have been doing a lot of prep work for my son'd b-day.))
Jurgen and Vus Saturday May 1st, 2004 4:30:20 AM
"Savin's right. If I still have magic in my body, blood in my veins, and something resembling a mind, you'll never walk alone." He gives a smile to Sly, hoping for the best. If they were anything like Sly himself, his family would most certainly be well. Sly happened to be too stubborn to go off and let something or another destroy him. "Do you want to leave today, Sly? I've been seeking you guys out for a few weeks now and, although I'll have to run to the Catacombs sometime, I've got everything I need..."
Sly and Luke Saturday May 1st, 2004 7:29:53 AM
Sly admires his friends But tell them, "If you want to follow me, let it be known that we will be going into Elven Lands. We will have to use the Elven Highway, Justen does not have the Holy Leaf pin that gives us (none elves) permishion to travel the high way. I don't even know if Golem Kulak will be able to travel the high way?? But it will be intresting to see how the Elves react to a Friendly Kulak?? Prepare for cold weather traverling and fighting. I'll get more information from my Hermit Friend here then we'll start off." As Sly turn to the hermit, he turn his head tell them "Thank-you, every single one of you."
Peerimus and Yorrick Saturday May 1st, 2004 11:06:12 AM
Peerimus talks calms Yorrick down and tries to get Jus to say hello so the bear can greet him proper. AFter, he moves to Jurgen to learn of his most recent stories and tell him of his trepedations involving the newly sentient and amazingly quick to learn skills and pratically lifetimes of learning in just a couple days and that the Crones mentioned he would be both friend and foe.
Justin Webber (DM) Talks Cont Saturday May 1st, 2004 6:19:37 PM
The hermit elf nods and smiles before greeting the bear companion of Peerimus's also. He gives the bear a almost appraising look before continueing his conversation with Sly, "You have some good companions Sly my friend. Ice Vein however is west of here I'm afraid to say. The slavers left Dre Maria and I doubt you will want to waiste alot of time wondering before getting to Ice Vein and see if there is your family is there."
The hermit elf pulls off his backpack and begins digging through it. You watch as the old elf pulls out a few pairs of clothes, a small bag with something in it, a few pouches that are clearly magic component pouches, "Dang it, where is it...I know I had it in here some where."
The elf keeps digging in his pack, bring out many things before he suddenly stops and pulls up a floppy hat he pulled out of his pack and pulls out of it a small compass, "HERE, this compass has a spell on it that will lead you to Ice Vein. I had planned to use it later to go and explore the place. I think you however need it more then I Sly." The hermit elf smiles and holds the compass out to Sly, "The magic will wear off once you arrive at the beginning of Ice Vein. The place that I know of has never been explored since there is no record of it in any of our elven libraries and I have never heard a dwarf speak of it either."
The hermit looks over the group before him before picking Barnum and speaking to him, "Dear sir, you look like a man who enjoys his comfort and such. In the town here is there a nice place to stay and get something to eat?"
(OOC:No matter if you do a knowledge check or not, no one actually knows anything about Ice Vein. The land is brand new to the realm so should be treated as a unexplored place.)
Sly and Luke Sunday May 2nd, 2004 9:20:17 PM
Sly is ponders, again the hermit said West. But West of here is the sea??. to the hermit he tells (as he accept the compass) "If you say tha Ice Vein is West of here, and this compass points to Ice Vein. Then I go west. I thank you. May our path cross again in better times." Sly give the hermit the elven hand shake. Sly look at the compass and sure enough IT points west. To the rest of his friends, he tell then "It look like we follow the shore line, west of here??"
Luke is already packing his bone in Sly's back pack.
Savin Sunday May 2nd, 2004 11:07:50 PM
Savin is up and ready to take on a new adventure. His boyish face lights up with the thought of it. He then stops and says, "We might need to stop and go to the catacombs again. I really don't have the right equipment for winter weather. Does anyone here? How long of a journey is it and will there be towns inbetween?"
Ilsidur Monday May 3rd, 2004 12:41:38 AM
Ilsidur finally snaps out of his surprise at seeing his old friend, and runs over to give the young sorcerer a big hug. He steps back and says, "Let me look at you, young one! Of course we want you back! You do look a little worse for wear. What troubles have you been getting into? Well, now it looks like I will have two young ones to watch out for again." He looks over at Sly and smiles.
As the dwarf listens to the fate of Sly's family, a dark look crosses his face. "Of course, young Sly, we need to go and try to find your family." He nods at Savin's advice, and says, "We all need to make a quick trip to the catacombs to outfit ourselves for winter travel. Should we purchase a wagon/sled and something to pull it?"
Jurgen and Vus Monday May 3rd, 2004 6:14:13 AM
At the booming of the old dwarf, Jurgen's grin widens. He gladly gives a hug and another greeting. "Ah hah! Worse for wear, have I? And what about yourself? You just get rid of yours as soon as they happen. Otherwise, I think you'd have a few of your own. Between dragons, undead, new Ages and tripping over your own two feet, you should be covered in scars." He laughes happily, thinking of fond memories. "I can't wait to hear about the troubles that you've been up to, since I departed. Mine have been... interesting. We'll have a lot to talk about, for many nights. You won't believe some of the things I've learned. I can get into all kinds of mischief these days... and regularly do." He nods his head towards Sly and gives a wink. The two of them would definately cause Ilsidur some headaches, if Jurgen had any say in the matter. One of the best things about old friends, Jurgen mused, was that you could afford to be stupid with them.
"If West is towards the water, why not get a boat? I'd rather not swim. Being a fish always made me think of being fried over a fire. But if we're planning on going to the Catacombs, we can just walk along he shoreline until we get our purchases from them. Hmm. I've never understood exactly how those Catacombs stores worked. But well enough, I don't understand how Sly is considered a ladies man, either. Just another of the Wold's mysteries I guess."
Niobe Monday May 3rd, 2004 8:59:42 AM
Niobe doesn't have anything to add to the plans. Following the shoreline is as good a plan as any. She thinks about cold weather gear, and is excitied to travel to a place no even knows much about. She half listens to the banter between Jurgen, Ilsidur and Sly, and smiles. Good thing that Ilsidur has not considered all the mischief a thief could get into!
Sly and Luke Monday May 3rd, 2004 7:07:30 PM
Sly smiles and when Ilsidure turn his back toward Sly, he gives Jurgen the thumb up and a wink.
Barnum and Edgar Monday May 3rd, 2004 7:38:58 PM
Barnum nods towards the travelling Elf, "Yes, yes there's a very nice tavern in Harmar. There's a friendly dwarven waitress that works there as well, right Ilsidur?"
Justin Webber (DM) Preperation Monday May 3rd, 2004 9:06:00 PM
(OOC:Small thing of note hear. I was looking at the map and you guys will actually be traveling North. The elven lands are east, the ocean to the west and Hook City to the South. Just clearing up directions here.)
The elf hermit smiles and nods, "Thanks for telling me people. I will probably see you around again sometime, specially if you head back to the elven land sometime."
With this said the elven hermit heads off and leaves the group time to decide on what to do.
Savin Monday May 3rd, 2004 11:19:26 PM
"I hate to say this but I think we should all go to town for one last night, hit the stores and get the supplies we need. Horses or other means of transportation might be nice. Extra water, trail rations and such are good ideas. I am not set up to go on a long journey. My spices are on low supply and I refuse to eat Sly's cooking without my spices. We are all going to need cold weather gear. We might need snowshoes, sleds and more blankets. Not to mention fire making devices and the like."
Shiraz Monday May 3rd, 2004 11:19:53 PM
ooc: Sorry Scholl and a few things around the house have had been extremely busy. I am in the midst of finishing my Term Paper and so posting should be more consistent.
Shiraz sweeps Jurgen up in his huge arms, "Well boy it seems as though you forgot to duck." Shiraz says with a slight chuckle, "and that sadness in your eyes seems a bit further behind you." Shiraz introduces himself the elf and listens carefully about the compass.
Sly and Luke Tuesday May 4th, 2004 8:15:26 AM
"Your right Savin, I need a cloak, some sheep wool mabe two hides and few odds things like anti-acid? Kolak! would you Please watch the camp for us until we get back?" ask Sly. To Luke he tells him "You better start growing a new thick coat."
Luke looks at his master, "OK??" he answers.
Peerimus and Yorrick Tuesday May 4th, 2004 10:04:02 AM North and into the cold regions it would be then. Never have seen snow before except on the mountain tops in the distance.
His first inclination is again to wait for the group right here, but with Jurgen back and a long and probable wearey road ahead, building community over a large dinner in town would be better for all. "I will head to the inn and arrange our rooms and meal for the evening. A good celebration of luck and fortune to begin our new journey is on order."
"Will we be able to transport all this gear being mentioned until we get to the wintered north? SLy has the chest, but surely it could not hold a sled. Just keep the trip to the north in mind when buying your gear my friends."
Peerimus hands Sly 50gp, "A few wool blankets, a canvas, a second pack and a set of winter clothes while you are shopping please."
Looking at Yorrick, "you might be the best equipped for this trip friend." he says with a wink.
Jurgen and Vus d20+3=21 d20+3=17 d20+3=18 Tuesday May 4th, 2004 4:27:47 PM
At Shiraz's sadness comment, Jurgen tips his head, although says nothing. A lesson learned, but one that he best keep to himself. As to Savin... "Fire making devices? Hmm. I suppose that means me, could it not? Although I suppose giving me permission to let the flames fly may not be the best solution to a controlled fire situation. But it sure would be fun."
He looks down to Vus, thankful that the dog had fur on him enough to keep him from freezing. Jurgen would need something else. Wolf-skin coats were nice, if an unnerving thought. But they needed a plan to get there first, before worrying about staying warm. "Any horses we take, if we push them, will be worn out long before we get to this Ice Vein place. Not to mention, if it truely is a rather snowy area, they would have little use to us beyond getting there. Hmph. It seems I'm little use on the suggestions. Perhaps we should just get horses and head out in the morning."
When the group heads back to town, Jurgen joins them. "I'm going to head to the stables, find out about horses. I'll scope out enough horses for the all of us, unless it's something we decide against. At the very least, I'll want a horse for myself. My other shopping will be done at the Catacombs. How does that sound to everyone?" If there are no objections, Jurgen begins his journey to the stables and will check out prices for speedy horses, pretty much willing to meet any reasonable price.
[General Charisma Checks - 21, 17, 18]
Niobe Tuesday May 4th, 2004 5:38:23 PM
Niobe listens to the suggestions about horses and such. "How about livery stables? If we brought horses from here then maybe we could trade them for mountain ponnies or horses up north?" "I suppose we all need to make shopping trips. I don't own any cold weather gear either. Is there anything that I can help out with while we make our preparations?"
Barnum and Edgar Tuesday May 4th, 2004 6:24:24 PM
"Valid points about stocking up on cold-weather supplies. Perhaps I'll take a short trip to the Catacombs and buy a wand of Endure Elements." Barnum says, with that he leaves for the Catacombs.
Ilsidur Tuesday May 4th, 2004 9:33:16 PM
The dwarf says, "So, it looks like another trip back to the Catacombs for some warm-weather gear. Oh, and don't forget, I don't ride horses."
Ilsidur runs to catch up with the elf from Sly's village. "Sir elf, wait. I have a few more questions for you before you leave. Can you tell us anything about this Ice Vein? How far is it from here? Can we travel the elven road to get to it? How big of an area is it? I presume by its name that it is very cold there, is this true? Can we hire a guide once we get there? Is there any town between here and there that we can purchase warm travel methods, and maybe hire drivers?"
Justin Webber (DM) To town we go! Tuesday May 4th, 2004 10:58:47 PM
The group up and heads to town, leaving Kulak at the camp, watching nothing really but for the moment Kulak doesn't seem to worried. He can more then handle himself against most normal foes.
On the way to the village Ilsidur talks to the hermit elf more who smiles abit as he brushes hand through his just recently graying hair, "I'm sorry to say sir dwarf that I only seen the land from a small distance. It was raining pellets of ice and beyond that curtain like ice rain was a huge area covered in white snow and a small wall of ice was there with writing saying "Ice Vein". I know nothing of the place other wise since it has yet to be explored by someone. Maybe it has though and nothing has been written of it, I do not know." The hermit elf smiles though and shrugs, "I'm sure a hearty group like yourselves will be fine though. You all seem very capable."
The hermit thinks abit as the group reaches the gate and before bidding the group a farewell as he heads to the INN and Tavern inless otherwise stopped, "Just follow the compass that Sly has and you'll be fine I'm sure. Be warned that it will take you through the quickest route to get there." With a smirk the hermit comments, "The quickest route between to points is a straight line."
Sly and Luke Wednesday May 5th, 2004 6:41:42 AM
Sly watches Ilsidur try to ring out all the infomation he can out of the old Hermit, he think to himself, 'I hate to be the one to tell him that we are going into very Cold Area, No one has ever charted that part of the wold before. Hmm! that reminds me to get a diary or a empty Book.' Sly is getting hungry so he enters the Catacomb.
Niobe Wednesday May 5th, 2004 7:42:52 AM
Niobe guesses that livery stables don't exist beyond the Hook City areas and surrounding areas. She will also go to the Catacombs once the group enters the local town.
Savin Wednesday May 5th, 2004 1:26:02 PM
Savin is off to the catacombs yet once again.
Peerimus and Yorrick Wednesday May 5th, 2004 6:53:29 PM
Peerimus hits the Inn and starts to arrange for the evening feast. "My dear innkeep you are going to help this evening, for I am planning a 'Feast of travel' and will require a great fare." thus he plops 50gp on the counter and begins listing..."2 pigs or calves, several bushells of fresh fruit, 6 or so pounds of cheese, a dozen bottles of wine, a couple casks of ale..."
Edgar the Raven Wednesday May 5th, 2004 7:03:24 PM
Edgar accompanies Peerimus to the inn. "My Peerimus, Barnum will be very happy with you when he returns."
Justin Webber (DM) Feast Wednesday May 5th, 2004 11:00:28 PM
The group moves into town and begins it's preperation for the celebration and some go to the catacombs.
The INN keeper is pleased when Peerimus starts naming off the stuff he wants at the celebration and begins to hurriedly write down things on a piece of paper. Afterwards the INN keepr tells his help at the place to give him and hand with the prepaerations and he checks the bag of money and nods his approval, "Sir this may be more then enough. I'll have to let you know shortly and give you change if it is."
Niobe Thursday May 6th, 2004 3:26:50 AM
Niobe is waiting at the Catacombs for her order to be finished processed. She hopes to hurry back to town soon.
Sly and Luke Thursday May 6th, 2004 8:45:00 AM
Sly is still at the catacombs waiting for his equipment. Thinking to himself, "I think Niobe is right, I'll stop by the Guard House and ask if there are any merchant going north, who might needs outriders for protection? maybe ask if anyone has any horses for sale? Yep! that's what I'll do."
Peerimus and Yorrick Thursday May 6th, 2004 9:35:48 AM
"That thought occurred to me, I hope it is not too much for Shiraz."
Peerimus waves off the notion of recieving change, "Then add more food and drink if your conscience requires. It is going to be a celebration and everyone, including those serving should partake in it. Come to think of it," Peerimus adds another 25gp "invite some friends and don't let any other customers pay for anything tonight."
Peerimus looks about as the Inn keepers face alights, "Now what we need is a pre celebration." Assuming no musicians inside at the moment he goes to the door and calls out loudly, "25gp to the first musician to start playing and 10 for the 5!"
Niobe d20+9=21 d20+3=15 Thursday May 6th, 2004 4:21:09 PM
Niobe returns to the inn and sees that Peerimus has everything under control. "Peerimus, Edgar, I am going to see if there are any merchants in town who might be travelling north. I think that Sly might be joining me later." Niobe takes a look around the inn before stating her reasons for what she plans to do. "I am going to see if we can't hire on as guards or something. We might as well try and get paid to travel north! I'll be back in a little bit. It doesn't look like you need my help here at all." Niobe smiles to the Druid and the raven familiar before turning and leaving the inn. Niobe will go to where ever the merchants usually stay in town and then she will start to ask around if any caravans will be heading north, and are hiring guards.
(Gather Info 21, Charisma check 15)
Sly and Luke Thursday May 6th, 2004 5:41:04 PM
Sly enters the Inn, "Hey where is Niobe Going? WoW! Peerimus this is grand! Here is your Change" Sly give peerimus a piece of roll paper. It said 'a gift from a greatful Friend. Sly and Luke". Sly hand him a back pack with a wool blanket, Two canvases, a wolf skin and a compleat set of Winter Clothes (on the bottom of the pack is Peerimus 50gp Back.
Sly goes to a corner table and packs Two back packs, Both with Winter Clothes,blankets and the rest of the stuffin his Magic gold snuff box. Then he takes a sharp knife and a big hide needle and makes a jacket of Wolf hide for Shiraz. "Oh! I hope this will fit him??"
Jurgen and Vus Thursday May 6th, 2004 5:47:53 PM
Providing his dealings with the horses are unsuccessful (are they?), Jurgen returns to the inn. He goes along with his friends without much objective. It was time to be on the road and he was eager to be returning. But they'd spend their night enjoying themselves and it was off to another adventure.
Only one word came to Jurgen's mind.
Weeeeeeeee.
Savin d20+11=22 Thursday May 6th, 2004 10:16:25 PM
Savin comes in with a big smile on his face. "Hey guys, where is the music?" He will pull out his pipes and start playing a merry song. He will grab a girl out of the crowd and start twirling her around, when a quick thought enters his mind.
He will stop playing for a minute and ask, "Ah do you have a boyfriend? Last time I did this, I got a broken nose!"
Justin Webber (DM) Party! Friday May 7th, 2004 12:19:38 AM
Some of the group makes it back from the catacombs as the feast is being prepared and before long the INN has tables put together to make a large table for many people and shortly after that it is filled with food and drink for many people also.
People slowly start filtering in at the news of a party being held and some seem to wonder what the commotion is about as they come also. A few bards jump at the chance to play and make some money also.
Savin finds the girl he is dancing with grin and shakes her head, infact the girl he grabbed looks some what like a call girl in her current outfit.
Niobe finds out that no caravans are heading North at this time but may be in a few months.
Niobe and Jurgen both (sorry for missing this last time) find out that the stables/livery has horses for sell and a few odd other animals. Out of the animals for sell you find normal horses and some horses with long thick coats for what looks like moutains use. (If Peerimus does a successful or anyone else does a knowledge nature or survival check DC14 then you will know that the shaggy moutain breeds will have the best chance of lasting in the extreme cold but even they will need to be watched and taken care of relatively quick.)
Vus has a few kids who try chasing him and after a quick look from Jurgen, he will find out the kids are merely trying to play with Vus.
At the party a good turnout has came and you even see the fortune telling lady that you delivered the ring to has came to the party. A couple off duty guards have also came. A few rumors are heard at the table about wolves around the area havep ickedup but no attacks or anything have happened. It would seem nothing serious here, all though the hermit elf who has came to the party does comment on seeing a pack of them while coming to the city.
(OOC:Everything okay Ilsidur? I haven't seen a post from you the last couple times so I wanted to check up here bud. Let me know if there is anything you guys think I need to do more of also, description, etc.)
Sly and Luke d20+6=10 Friday May 7th, 2004 9:17:58 AM
Sly enjoys himself, he even found an half elven girl to dance and have alot of fun with??. As Sly dances by Savin, "Look Savin, Jurgen is a wall flower". Tonight Sly will enjoy himself, for tomorow he'll start the trip to Ice Vein. He also don't like the rumers of wolves being seen around.
Luke is having fun with the children as they chase Vus around.
Sly - Knowledge of Nature 10,(Failed) One look at his dancing partner and all the knowlege of Nature went out of his head. Well almost??
Niobe d20+3=21 d20+8=14 Friday May 7th, 2004 3:50:55 PM
Niobe not feeling too pleased with what she has found out returns to the inn. 'It's rather odd that there aren't any caravans travelling north at all!', she thinks. She doesn't immediately engage in any dancing or festivites, but sits down to have a glass or two of Elven wine and some dinner. She listens carefully to the rumors and gossip, smiling and being attentive.
After one or two glasses of wine she feels up to dancing and celebrating. She smiles to herself as she watches the others dancing and having a good time. However she remains seated rather than looking for someone to dance with. Niobe knows that if someone wants to dance with her they will ask. So instead she engages in a few conversations with the locals; being as charming as ever (charisma 21).
Niobe thinks it is fun to see that the local children are not afraid of Vus and Luke.
If Niobe decides to check out the horses for sale later on, she will guess that the shaggy ponnies have the best chance in the cold northern areas.
(Charisma check (charming the locals) 21, Knowledge: Nature 14)
Barnum and Edgar Saturday May 8th, 2004 10:26:21 AM
Barnum continues his business in the Catacombs, spending a fortune on an overcoat. Not a magical one, but one of very good taste.
Edgar in the meantime, enjoys the music of the inn party.
Jurgen and Vus Saturday May 8th, 2004 6:35:21 PM
Jurgen goes ahead and buys one of the shaggy horses, making plans to come back in the morning to get the animal before the party left town. Otherwise, Jurgen keeps quiet. Normally, he'd be performing some feat of magic or skill. But for now, he was content to watch Vus play around with children and see the locals play right into the hands of Niobe.
Niobe d20+9=29 d20+10=24 d20+10=14 d20+6=17 Saturday May 8th, 2004 7:38:40 PM
As Niobe listens to the locals talk she pays attention to what they have of wealth (money pouches) or valuable small items on their persons. She listens for any indications of suspicion towards her. Niobe hopes that she can keep the locals charmed and distracted. She very silently thanks the gods that men usually don't think as clearly when around wine, women and song! Carefully Niobe picks a gentleman or two who seems less attentive; or more enamoured with her, and lifts a few valuables - depositing them in her various large pouches. She moves around the crowd while doing her work to try and keep any suspicion from herself. She avoids anyone who looks like an off duty guard.
(Search 29 (natural 20), Spot 24, listen 14, Sleight of hand 17)
Niobe (addendum) d20+6=23 d20+6=17 d20+4=15 Saturday May 8th, 2004 7:43:45 PM
If her little thefts go undeteched then she will try a new attempt on a new target. If she even has the slightest suspicion of getting caught she will stop, and try again later on another man. A few times she will casually go to where her bags are (kept out of sight) and deposit her gains.
(Sleight of hand 23, 17, Bluff (just in case; if necessary) 15)
Justin Webber (DM) Party on! Sunday May 9th, 2004 2:24:19 AM
The party continues and it is clear that people have no intentions of going home any time soon. The Inn owner is clearly happy with all the buisness so stays open also to allow the party to last longer.
Niobe is able to lift a few gold from three people before a guard begins watching her more carefully. It is clear the guard was expecting some type of trouble but it is also clear he doesn't know Niobe actually picked any pockets.
(OOC:I know mother's day is today officially so Happy Mother's Day to all The moms in the game. Also everyone, I hope your silences isn't meaning something here.)
Jurgen and Vus Sunday May 9th, 2004 2:55:00 AM
"Wallflower, am I? Forgive me, oh graceful one. I'd rather not make a fool of myself. I'll leave that up to you, Sly. Since you are so very good at it." He chuckles and keeps his eyes (and wits) about. When his friends start heading off to beds and good sleeps, he'll head off too. For a brief moment, the thought of dragging Sly off to a cold bed keeps Jurgen smiling, but then he thinks better. If Sly was up all night, Jurgen'd be extra-sure that the half-elf was awake with the sun. Until then, he amused himself with a deck of cards from a pocket in his magician's gear.
Niobe d20+10=29 d20+3=22 Sunday May 9th, 2004 5:09:46 AM
Niobe does notice the one guard's increased attention towards her. Cursing her bad luck wordlessly to herself she foregoes any more pick pocketing for the mean time. Niobe makes her way around the party-goers chit-chatting until she is out of sight of the guard and deposits what is left of the small items she has lifted. She undoes one more button on her top for an added distraction, then adjusts her top just a little as well. "Can't hurt to show just a tiny bit more skin than usual... I might as well have some fun bugging the poor guard." Niobe grins mischieviously.
After making another curcuit; and buying a couple of drinks for a couple of the friendlier patrons, Niobe approaches the guard. "I cannot help but notice that you have been staring at me for awhile. Do you like what you see?" Niobe asks the guard softly; in an almost teasing tone of voice. She is thinking, "boy I bet he would love to frisk me to see if I have any of those valuables still hidden on me!"
Niobe sits down on a stool very close to the guard so he cannot immediately afford to look elsewhere or leave. Now she waits to see how the guard will react. Niobe smiles brightly at the guard and wishes that she had a drink to sip on right now. The night is still young so there will be plenty of time to handle the guard problem and to have a bit more of a challenge; maybe, acquiring a few more valuables or so.
(Spot 29 (to see the guard watching her), Charisma check 22)
Sly and Luke Sunday May 9th, 2004 7:59:04 AM
Sly smiles at Jurgen,"Is that so, my friend. At least my bed will be warm tonight!" As Sly dances he twerls his dancing partner, then whispers to Jurgen again, "Oh! Oh! Niobe is frendly with the local guard, and showing a little more chest that usaual?? Some thing's up! Let's keep an eye on the events here"
Luke curls up with Vus under a table, sleeping.
Ilsidur Sunday May 9th, 2004 6:42:00 PM
Ilsidur hopes that his Catacombs business is concluded quickly so that he can join the party. Although, he is a little shy to return to the bar and run into the young dwarf lady that he "met" before.
Savin Monday May 10th, 2004 12:29:06 AM
Savin will dance with the pretty "call" girl and then dance with some others. He will flirt with all and even take Niobe out for a spin if she is willing. If she goes, he will remark, "Nice dress. Plan on breaking some hearts tonight? Or is it just a distraction? Either way it works on me." he will add with a smile.
Peerimus and Yorrick Monday May 10th, 2004 8:56:10 AM
Yorrick romps around with Vus and Luke, playfully batting at them and rolling about about, but when the smell of the pig hits the air he quickly gets to his feet and makes hisway into the INN.
Peerimus will quickly intercept him, "I don't know if everyone will be as happy as I to have you, but they will learn." and escorts the big bear inside and to a area near the back placing quite a heaping of food and drink about him. "Now try and stay out of trouble." he says with a wink.
Peerimus then swings into the party with a loud hooting cry and will commence with overeating, too much drinking, loud singing and a lot of dancing.
Justin Webber (DM) Party Cont Monday May 10th, 2004 8:24:13 PM
The party continues on still and some people slowly trickle out while others stay to continue with the fun. It is clear that the city hasn't had a party like this in some time.
The guard watches Niobe and even takes her in with a appraising look before looking away from her now. He nods in reply but says little else. Once Niobe moves on though he goes back to watching her, trying to be covert about.
Barnum and Edgar d20+8=19 Monday May 10th, 2004 9:53:59 PM
Barnum makes a glorious return from the Catacombs, draped in an incredibly fine overcoat, even for Barnum. It pure white, made of winter wolfskin. It has a high collar and is cut halfway down the calves, in the style the nobles wear these days. If you didn't know better, you might of thought him a noble himself!
Edgar shakes his head, appraising the overcoat, and saying, "You spent our fortune on a coat, didn't you?"
Barnum grins a wide grin, "Worth every copper, my dear raven." He chit-chats with the other Children of Chaos, explaining to them that he also bought a wand of Temperature Control, which should prove useful in the cold northlands.
After getting a few mugs of ale and a few glasses of wine (and perhaps a few stronger drinks, on the side) in his system, Barnum stands upon a table, pulls out his fiddle, and plays a festive song in Warrd's honor.
Savin Monday May 10th, 2004 11:03:08 PM
Savin starts to wind down and decides to head off to bed. He will slug down his last glass of wine and head up the stairs and pass out on the bed.
Niobe d20+6=23 Tuesday May 11th, 2004 3:44:42 AM
Niobe will happily dance with Savin when he asks her. She answers his question with a bit of a laugh, "a little of both I suppose. I wasn't planning on breaking any hearts... just stealing them." She whispers in his ear, "of course as a thief distractions never hurt either." She smiles.
Naturally Niobe keeps an eye on the guard as well. She has to laugh as he watches her, yet try not to look like he is. Niobe bets that he doesn't have a lot of guard experience.
If the bards start to play music for one of those slow, close dances Niobe will take the guard (she never caught his name) out for a dance. Not being able to resist a challenge she carefully lifts a few coins (trying for gold coins) from his money pouch as they dance. Niobe presses herself close as they dance; she is pretty sure that he won't be thinking of anything but not tripping over his feet while she dances with him this way. She also half-whispers to him some local gossip to keep him distracted.
When the dance is done she will head streight for the bar to get some wine to drink. She has to fight herself not to be grinning from ear to ear. *poor little guard, he just doen't know who he is up against!* Niobe thinks smugly as she sips at her wine.
(Sleight of Hand 23)
Sly and Luke Tuesday May 11th, 2004 7:06:52 AM
Sly turn back yo his dancing patner, whispering how beautiful she looks tonight, He would like to see more of herBUT there's a chore he has to do first thing in the morning. But Tonight he is all hers. Sly goes on dancing, just when he is about to ask her to go upstairs with him, he spots Niobe with the Guard, "Oh! No! Jurgen, Our Niobe is dancing with danger! I hope SHE does not spoil my nice warm bed." He whispers to Jurgen as they dance by.
Luke wakes for a few seconds, He sees that Yurrick going for that roasted pig with an apple in it's mouth. Not intrested in food right now (a full belly) goes right back to sleep next to Vus.
Peerimus and Yorrick Tuesday May 11th, 2004 2:38:57 PM
The bear devours everything he can get his hands on before moving in on Vus and Luke, lying close by his little brothers.
Peerimus breaks into several bad songs and dances rather poorly about, but never does the great grin remove itself from his face. At long last he will wish everyone to stay as late as they like, but he must retire and so goes off to bed.
Jurgen and Vus Tuesday May 11th, 2004 6:26:06 PM
Jurgen almost giggles at Sly's comment, then holds back. And he takes his eyes away from the guard and Niobe, not wanting to be a part of that particular situation. If she ended up getting in trouble, Vus could get her on out the next morning. It wasn't a big fuss.
With the disappearance of Savin and Peerimus, Jurgen soon decides that bed-time is near. And promptly heads up to get a good nights sleep. Probably the last one for the next couple of weeks. It'd be a treat. And he'd relish it.
Justin Webber (DM) Party Slowly Ending Tuesday May 11th, 2004 10:52:35 PM
(OOC:Taking the party abit slow so hopefully everyone can get in abit but tonight will be the last party post.)
The party continues on yet as some more people trickle out and even some of the group now has left to get some much needed sleep. A few find some nice company to go with them and Niobe has many who are clearly interested. Savin also has a few girls he danced with who seem interested.
The dwarven lady has been serving people and seems to be missing a certain dwarf she had met earlier and hopes he shows up sometime soon.
(Spot:12 to notice, do to distance) As some people go off to bed some of the guards on duty are near the gate, a couple passing around a spy glass while others have one of their own.
(Listen:16 to hear) Guard#1, "Look at the big brute, I can't tell if thats armor or some metal man."
Guard#2, "There has to be over two dozen wolves attacking him."
Guard#3, "Did you see that!, He just cleaved one in two and has another by the throat."
Guard#4(last guard), "Wait! there in the shadows is someone wearing complete white. I think...no it can't be Krilanos, he would of fled this area and why be sicking wolves on that man...errr...thing."
Right after the last guard speaks a very large black in color fireball erupts outside of town. This causes the guards to stumble back and rub at their eyes since they were using their spy glasses.
Shiraz d20=15 d20=16 Tuesday May 11th, 2004 11:03:40 PM
Shiraz wanders away from the party after a bit of mingling. Shiraz notices the guards on the wall looking at something in the distance and manages to get close enough to hear them. "Shiraz runs for the gate after hearing Krilanos and the golem, "Let me out, Let me out" Shiraz thunders as he runs for the gate. "I need to get to him."
Sly and Luke d20+5=17 Tuesday May 11th, 2004 11:17:08 PM
Sly orders another round of elvin wine, His date shows signs of sleepyness. Sly get's the hint, But want to see how good their little thief is. "One more glass of that Elven Mountain Wine, then we'll retire for the night, OK?", Then watches to antic of Niobe, "Smoode! She's really talented."
Sly is tired and ask his date, to stay the night with him, they go up stairs
But Luke hears Shiiraz yelling at somebody.
ooc Luke listen 17
Savin d20+13=32 Wednesday May 12th, 2004 7:42:32 AM
Savin hears Shiraz's bellows (listen 32) and bolts out of his room, pulling on his shirt. He tears down the stairs at a sprint and out towards the gate. If it is open he will go through it otherwise he will rush up the stairs to the wall and jump over the wall to the ground using his slow fall feat. He will then head out to new friend to render aid.
Niobe d20+10=12 d20+10=24 d20+10=28 d20+4=14 Wednesday May 12th, 2004 4:39:52 PM
Somehow not only does Niobe spot the guards' activities on the wall she certainly hears what they are saying. Niobe sighs and looks around her at her small following of interested men. *Finally everything is going my way, and then this happens! I must be cursed!*
Niobe turns to the innkeeper and asks if he has a room free just in case she actually gets to get some sleep tonight in a nice bed. *Of course I could ask any of these nice gentlemen and I am certain they would oblige me.* She smiles knowingly to herself.
"Innkeep; Sir, do you have a room that I could change clothes in? It seems that I have a friend in trouble beyond the walls and this gown just won't do for a rescue." Niobe's words sound just a bit slurred, so one might wonder about the wisdom of her going out to fight.
If the innkeeper has a room then Niobe will change clothes and put on her armor and her weaponry. She will pack any unnecessary items away, and ask the innkeeper if there is somewhere safe for her to put her haversack.
As she leaves feeling rather light-headed (but not weaving when she walks yet) she blows a kiss in the general direction of her "fans". She heads straight for the gate, at a jog. *I wonder if any of them will protest my abrupt leaving? And my heading off to do battle to boot.* Niobe almost chuckles at the thought, and wonders how they would plan to stop her anyway?
Niobe hasn't bothered to tie her hair up like she usually does. She feels a shiver in her spine when she thinks that Krilanos might be out there; just beyond the walls, wreaking mayhem.
If the innkeeper doesn't have a room for her to change in then she will grab her bow and daggers and head for the city walls to survey what is happening. Then she will most likely join the others to supply ranged firepower, since she doen't want to wreck her only nice gown in melee!
(Spot 12, Listen 24, Spot (emotions in the crowd) 28, Sense Motive 14)
Peerimus couldn't catch what they were saying, but from thier aggitation of movement it couldn't be good. Thinking to investigate, Peerimus begins to move towards teh gate casually when Shiraz enters the scene and increases the urgency.
"Krilanos!" A sharp whistle rouses Yorrick, knowing the bear will quickly catch up, sends Peerimus trying to keep up with Shiraz so they can meet the enemy at the same time.
Barnum and Edgar d20+2=8 d20+4=23 d20+6=24 d20+6=25 Wednesday May 12th, 2004 8:34:39 PM
(Barnum Spot: 8, Listen 23. Edgar Spot: 24, Listen: 25)
Edgar flies to Barnum and, in quickened speech, announces, "Barnum! We must hurry, Kulak is in trouble." Barnum understands, and tosses his newly purchased overcoat to the barkeep for holding.
Barnum then pulls out of his Haversack a special item, a wooden fly figurine. "Ebony, it is time!" He calls out, tossing the figurine forward. It bursts into the form of a pony sized housefly. Barnum leaps onto the fly's back and yells out, "Children of Chaos, let us make way into the night, for Kulak may be in danger!"
Barnum and Edgar speed off into the night sky, towards the direction the guards were pointing their spyglasses. Edgar lets out a voice of reason, "Barnum, don't you think that Kulak is able to take care of himself? The guards were saying cleaved a wolf in half and-"
Barnum interrupts, "If Krilanos is indeed there, we have every reason to fear!"
Jurgen and Vus d20-1=0 d20+8=26 d20-1=18 d20+8=14 Wednesday May 12th, 2004 10:55:20 PM
Jurgen, too fixated on heading himself up to bed, doesn't notice a single sound. In fact, he doesn't notice when Vus barks at him that something is wrong. Only when the blink dog uses their telepathic bond does he see that the guards are spying something. Fortunately, he gets the one up on Vus. While the dog is getting the attention of his master, Jurgen manages to catch an earful of what the guards are saying. Although he doesn't understand exactly what's going, he realizes the situation and immediately takes action.
[Spot Check - Jurgen - Failure against DC 12] [Spot Check - Vus - Success against DC 12] [Listen Check - Jurgen - Success against DC 16] [Listen Check - Vus - Failure against DC 16]
"Vus. Get there. Fast. Make your way there and, if nothing else, scout and let me know what's going on. Door yourself," he refers to the dog's innate ability to Dimension Door, "there if that's quickest." Then, moving to in front of an open window, he starts one of his newer spells.
As soon as the spell is off, Jurgen begins to fly towards the golem outside of town. Keeping himself with Barnum. Hopefully, neither of them would land alone. That could turn out to be deadly. Jurgen, knowing the sheer speed of Vus, thinks the dog will get there first and he waits for the report, before he considers changing back into a form able to cast spells.
Justin Webber (DM) Blackened and Smoldering Thursday May 13th, 2004 12:21:35 AM
Guard#4 blinks when being yelled at to open the gate but seeing some people and things going over the wall and flying, etc he orders the gate open.
Outside of the city Vus is the first to reach the area, seconded by Savin and then shortly the others of the group.
In a very large charred and smoking circle sits a glowing bright hot Kulak who from the looks is no worse for wear. Laying around the circle are around a dozen wolves, one being cleaved in two as the guard had said. Laying infront of Kulak is the charred remains of some creature. The once white looking robe it wore is now almost burn to nothing but Kulak shakes his head as he looks at it, mutter a single word, "doppleganger."
It isn't till people get closer that they will notice some small dents and scartches in Kulak's iron hide.
Justin Webber (DM) Amendment Post Thursday May 13th, 2004 2:07:46 AM
Niobe's group of followers watch her run off and most look like they don't know what to say.
Niobe knows that she was able to pilfer 20gps and a couple(2) normal silver rings from people.
Sly and Luke d20+6=20 Thursday May 13th, 2004 9:08:52 AM
As Sly kisses the beautiful half elf (with elven passion), there' a loud noises out in the hall and scratching at his door. Sly tell her to hold that though for a minute. He opens the door (ready to punch somebody in the noise)But Sly sees Niobe dissapering down the stairs and at his feet is Luke. The dog tells him "Trouble! Come!". Sly grabs his gear and his beloved sword (whitch is next to the door) "I'll be right back!" he tells her. He is goes out into the night, follows the rest of the Children of Chaos, passes the guards at the gate, arriving at the camp where there is the biggest mess he has ever seen. First he ask Kulak the Iron Golem if he's alright. Then inspect the what remains of the body and what left of the white robe, "Yes a Doppelganger, but not the Vampire we were looking for! Beside witht a mess like this, where is the body of his paladin Sister??" "Besides we better harvest the good wolf skins, we might use them later on." Sly will start to see how many pelts to take.
OOC: Rolled for Wilderness Lore 20
Shiraz d20+1=18 Thursday May 13th, 2004 9:38:12 AM
Shiraz sprints to Kulak. Shiraz looks around at the wolf corpses and the tattered white robes of the doppleganger. "Doppleganger? I know I have heard the name but I can't remember what it does." Shiraz looks up a Kulak, "Are you ok?"
Peerimus and Yorrick d20+12=25 d20+9=16 Thursday May 13th, 2004 12:03:29 PM Kulak is probably no worse for wear. He's made of iron what could wolves do? The druid begins to move in the area outside the charred ground hoping to find some tracks of the doppleganger adn Yorrick hoping to pick up on his non wolf scent.
[Peerimus Spot 25 Yorrick Spot 16]
Niobe d20+10=17 d20+10=26 d20+10=23 d20+9=24 Thursday May 13th, 2004 1:18:08 PM
Niobe doesn't have any time to check her haversack to see what she was able to gain from others at the party. She will have to do that later.
Niobe finally arrives at the battle site with a budding headache. She looks at all the dead wolves and general havoc of the site.
"Honestly Kulak! You could have left something for us to fight. There isn't even anything worth taking left." The displeased rogue gripes and nudges a dead wolf with her boot. Niobe isn't well versed in lore about creatures like dopplegangers, so she leaves that to the spellwielding people to figure out. She does help to look around the site for any valuables or clues. After a bit she gets a little tired of this and thinks about returning to town.
"I think I will return to town now. Obviously he can take very good care of himself. I need a soft warm bed." Niobe looks back at town and then to her comrades. "Are you gentlemen going to stay here or return to town?"
What everyone else decides to do is their business, regardless Niobe is going to get some sleep in a nice bed tonight; maybe even have some "company" herself who knows? After waiting a little for any replies she will leave.
"Kulak maybe you want to stay closer to town? I will speak to the city guards and tell them that you are on their side." She calls over her shoulder to the iron golem as she leaves. Niobe wonders if any of her "fans" are still around; and even more importantly if there are any rooms left to rent!
(Listen 17, Spot 26, Appraise (if there are any valuables anywhere) 23, Search 24)
Savin Thursday May 13th, 2004 7:12:21 PM
Savin will come bounding in and say, "Whoa guess you didn't need any help from us. Kulak, why would a doppleganger want to attack you? Do you have any ideas? Can we do anything to help you? How do you feel about snow?"
Barnum and Edgar d20+7=18 d20+2=10 Thursday May 13th, 2004 7:42:24 PM
(Knowledge: Arcana, 18)
"Doppleganger... Well I know a spell," Barnum looks to Jurgen in his owlish form, "And apparently so does Jurgen, that allows us to change our physical appearance into that of another creature or person. This corpse looks like Krilanos, but isn't. So I assume a 'doppleganger' is a creature with this ability, to change its form. I wonder what the extent of its abilities are..." Barnum says ponderously.
Barnum carefully examines the doppleganger's remains for anything of value or interest (Search, 10) and casts Detect Magic on the creature.
Ilsidur Thursday May 13th, 2004 11:47:57 PM
Having finished his rather annoying trip to the Catacombs to purchase cold weather gear, Ilsidur makes his way back to the Inn. He arrives to find the party all but done, and all of his friends departed from the common room. He makes his way to the counter, and orders a large ale before he makes his way upstairs to bed. He looks around for the cute dwarven barmaid, and will ask the bartender, "Have you seen the rest of my friends? Have they all gone off to bed so soon? I wouldn't mind someone to share a late-night beer with."
Justin Webber (DM) Outside Town Friday May 14th, 2004 12:19:26 AM
Ilsidur finds the party still slightly going as only about six or so people still talk and eat. The bartender grins and motions to the rooms up stairs, "The room you last used is wear Bria is. I guess there was a commotion outside of town involveing some large iron person and some wolves and what looked like Krilanos. Your friends are out there seeing to the large iron man."
Kulak looks to his parents and smiles, "I'm fine. I think this person wants me. I got more of the chaos bell energy then you all and so did Krilanos. I think he wants my power."
Kulak shakes his head and smiles, "I do mind the cold but I feel I will be parting from all of you soon to find more knowledge on my own. Some where out there is a reason for my exitence other then a fluke."
Sly finds no wolf skins of keepable quality let alone sell able.
Peermius finds no tracks other then the ones from the wolves who lay dead around the camp. Some of the tracks came from the North but some of the wolf tracks seemed to just sprung into existence like some of the wolves were summoned.
Barnum figures out that the doppleganger laying dead if actually the creature doppleganger. He remembers this from his studies. In search of anything valueable he finds nothing though on the dead body.
(OOC:Everyone who has bought winter gear, etc. Please add what you bought to your charactersheets. I can't email you back on your purchases right now do to a worm my computer has.)
Jurgen and Vus Friday May 14th, 2004 12:47:46 AM
Jurgen, not really knowing how to start conversation with the golem, begins by changing back to a normal human being. With his exceptionally poor choice in hair cuts. "Kulak, sir, will you be leaving tonight and right away? If not, I'll most certainly stay with you, in case of any more... mishaps. Unless, of course, you don't want me to. In which case, I can head back to the inn and get some rest."
He speaks calmly, not trying to sound like he's better than Kulak. He could most likely protect himself, but sometimes it helped to have someone around. And darned if Jurgen didn't enjoy talking to people who knew more about the Chaos Bell than he did.
Niobe Friday May 14th, 2004 5:15:30 AM
Niobe returns to town, and true to her word she speaks with the guards about Kulak. She mentions only a little of the circumstance around his "imbuing", but keeps the information about that purposefully vague. She explains that he is an ally of the Children of Chaos, and has the interests of the people firmly in mind. She makes a clear point out of stating that he is not a threat, so if Kulak should wish to stay closer to town then he would not be a problem.
After she finishes talking to the guards she returns to the inn and hopes that there is still a room free for rent. Her headache shows no sign of improving. Niobe rubs her temples. Seeing that Ilsidur has finally arrived she greets him, "Hey Ilsidur, you're back. You missed all the entertainment! Kulak is mostly unharmed and didn't need our help with anything."
Niobe also goes to the bar but orders water for right now. She scans the room to see who is still present of the guests from the party. Niobe waits for the innkeeper to inform her if there are any rooms available; if not then she will just have to find other quarters... She looks for any "familiar" faces among the patrons still here.
Before leaving the common room for the evening Niobe will go and collect her gear. She will check to see what she has pilfered the next day or so.
Shiraz Friday May 14th, 2004 8:39:23 AM
Shiraz lingers as the rest of the party heads back into town, "Kulak, why do you feel as though we will soon be parting?" Shiraz asks the golem as he begins to set up a comfortable place to sit and eventually sleep.
Peerimus And Yorrick Friday May 14th, 2004 9:12:07 AM
Peerimus informs the others about what he finds or lack there of. "I think I will needanother drink and maybe a bit more of a snack, anyone care fo a midnight fire side talk and warm brandy cider?" W
With the invitation left open Peerimus will give a pat to Yorrick's flank and teh two head back to town. Along the way the druid apologizies to his guide, "I should have known better than to get you up, I'm sorry. Promise I won't let anyone wake you til we are just ready to leave. The spot by the fire is all yours all night Yorrick."
Arriving back Peerimus joins Ilsidur, "Tomorrow the journey continues as the cold North beckons us." Raising his spiced hot cider "To ease of journey."
Sly and Luke Friday May 14th, 2004 9:39:50 AM
Sly examins the wolf for skins, But none are good for what he had in mind. "Kolak! You did fine. We will not stop you if you have to leave us for a while, But maybe You should stay one more day and learn from yor NEW farther Jurgen. Then go learn and join us some day. I'm going north to see if my Mother and Sister are there. If I don't see you when I leave, Well! be good, Live well."
"Shiraz! I have something for you. Imade you a vest made out of wolf skin. I was looking for shins here to make some sleves, But nothing is good enough for your vest. Here! wear this in good health. Now for unfinish business??" Sly will give Shiraz the vest and an wool blanket. Then head for town(with a smile on his face(To his warm BED)).
Luke follows behind his master.
Justin Webber (DM) Night and Morning Saturday May 15th, 2004 6:12:16 PM
The group goes back to the INN except those who decide to stay with Kulak.
Kulak looks to Shiraz and smiles, "I just feel that more awaits me out there. Something else exists for me to do. I must find that thing or reason."
Kulak looks to Jurgen and smiles at him, "I will not be leaving yet. Not till the time feels right. You may stay if you wish."
Back at the INN Niobe sees only 2 of the men she had following her before other the Ilsidur and the others that returned to the INN.
Soon the INN keeper calls it a night for everyone and everyone goes to get some sleep since in the morning some traveling is planned.
Sly and Luke Sunday May 16th, 2004 8:19:16 AM
Sly said a 'Good noght to all and will see them in the morning'. Making his way back to the Inn up the stairs, then into the warm bed...
Luke slept out side in the hall(in frount of the door.)
Jurgen and Vus Sunday May 16th, 2004 7:54:37 PM
Jurgen understands Kukak's desire to find his meaning and will respect that. But, just in case some other nasty came at him in the night, Jurgen would spend the night out here. It wasn't a particularly bad area for sleeping. And he'd gotten used to his bedroll. In fact, he'd probably have a fine time out in the fresh air. "I'll be here if you need me. Otherwise, I'll be catching a few winks. If Sly decides to cook breakfast, I'll sleep through it." He grins and snuggles up to his pillow, hoping to get at least some sleep before the morning.
Ilsidur(ceil) Monday May 17th, 2004 7:18:15 AM
Ilsidur with a stone face, grumbles a "Thank you" to the Inn keeper. But his heart is lighter as he goes up the stairs. He opens the door to his bedroom, and there She is fluffing his pillows. Ilsidur enters the room, closes the door, and everything is quiet for the rest od the night???
Niobe Monday May 17th, 2004 11:47:42 AM
Niobe smiles at the two gentlemen she recognizes from earlier. Then she picks up her gear, takes her room key and heads off to her room. She is beginning to feel tired and remembers to her dismay that it will be an early wake up call in the morning. Still it will be nice to sleep in a proper bed at any rate. Niobe supposes that she won't be having any company tonight after that wolf attack on Kulak.
Shiraz Monday May 17th, 2004 10:55:20 PM
Shiraz settles down next to the iron golem and catnaps.
Justin Webber (DM) Morning Monday May 17th, 2004 11:27:46 PM
(OOC:Noticed some missed posts. I might not beabe to email back but if there is a problem then please contact me so we can find away to speak about it. Thanks and hope the non posts are just from rl issues.)
In the morning people are wokeup early at the INN. Niobe gets a knocks on her door from the INN keeper. Ilsidur is wokeup in the morning early by Bria who smiles and winks to him since she has early morning shift today. Others are wokeup in various ways also.
The people camping with Kulak is wokeup by the smell of food being cooked. When you look up you find Kulak has a small fire going and some meat is being cooked on it mainly. Kulak smiles and shrugs at any questions, "Just a couple rabbits I seen."
(OOC:Everyone can meet up and tomorrow Ice Vein travels start :) I don't want to speed the game to quickly foreward.)
Niobe Tuesday May 18th, 2004 8:06:25 AM
Niobe tells the innkeeper to go away in a loud raspy "I am not awake yet" voice. She buries herself under the bedclothes and falls asleep again for another half hour. When she finally wakes up she gets cleaned up and changes clothes. SHe packs everything and then slings the haversack across her back. Niobe heads down to the common room to get a breakfast of rice porridge and toast with some sort of fruit juice and tea. She looks tired. When she has paid for her lodging and breakfast she heads out to where Kulak stayed last night to meet with the others.
"Where we going to buy mountain ponnies or not before we leave?" She asks the group in general.
((Are we buying any horses, or is it left to the individual player?))
Sly and Luke Tuesday May 18th, 2004 9:19:59 AM
Sly wakes early in the morning, there's is a soft scratching at the door. Sly smiles and tell the half elf beauty, " Are you hungry? I know that my dog wants breackfast. So lets go down and we'll eat." They got up, she made the bed for the next patron. Sly mad his last minute packing, pick up his back packs, they went down to breackfast. As Sly passes Ilsidur room, He knocks on his door, in a loud voice "Breackfast time! Time to go!". They eat almost in silance, untill it was time to go. Sly takes her hand into his, telling her "Now I have say good-bye for a little while, I have to go up north. But I'll come back to you some day." Sly gets up from the table, kissing her Goodby and leaves the Inn. Going to the camp site.
Luke eats a hardy breackfast, then follows Sly.
Ilsidur(ceil) Tuesday May 18th, 2004 9:39:46 AM
As some one knock on his door. daring to tell him that it's time to go! "Arrrg!Go Away!" turn to go back to sleep. when he see the most beautiful eyes, staring back at him. "Err! Hmm! Eat? yes yes Err! let's go eat" Ilsidur jumps out of bed, goes to the water stand, splashes water on his face, "There I have taken a bath". But she is up and dress, then she hands him a face cloth(to wash with), But Ilsidur whipes his face dry, picks up his back pack. He tell her "I'll see you down stairs. OH! by the way Domi Bless You" He eats the food, pay for the room. then out the door, Off to the camp all ready to head north.
Peerimus and Yorrick d20+20=22 Tuesday May 18th, 2004 10:12:22 AM
Peerimus is up as the first rays of light hit the area and he moves outside to meditate.
Yorrick remains by the fire sound asleep.
Peerimus re-enters in a few hours and sits down to a large breakfast of meats, juice and fruit. Much of the meat, he wraps in canvas and shoves into his bag for Yorrick when he awakens later. The others join him and eat quickly and rush off. Peerimus continues tto enjoy his meal.
Yorrick remains by the fire sound asleep.
After another hour, if no others have joined him he will thank the inn keep and staff for the outstanding accomodations and last nights service with another 25gp. Draining the last of his third tankard of juice, he stands wishes Mother Wold a blessing to them all and rouses a grumpy Yorrick to join the others outside of town and head north checking the weather conditions for teh next few days oalong the way [22DC 2 days]
Savin Tuesday May 18th, 2004 4:33:09 PM
Savin will wake with the dawn and go out and start doing his usual stretches and exercises. He will have a hearty breakfast and wait for the others to wake up more slowly.
When he hears the question about the horses, he will reply, "I don't need one. It would just slow me down."
Barnum and Edgar Tuesday May 18th, 2004 5:18:35 PM
After reclaiming his winter wolfskin overcoat from the innkeep, Barnum heads out and meets up with the rest of the group by Kulak. He gladly partakes in some of the rabbit that Kulak has caught.
Barnum speaks up regarding the horses, "Yes, I think it'd be best for me to get a pony, else I'd never keep up with Savin, even if he was walking at a slow pace." Barnum says with a slight smile. "Shall we buy them as a group?" he asks, taking out his bag of coins.
Jurgen and Vus Tuesday May 18th, 2004 10:27:31 PM
"Thank you Kulak," Jurgen mutters groggily. This whole waking up with the sun thing could really become a pain. In fact, it'd be downright ugly. Where was that bloody Ring of Sustanence he used to have? Probably on the hand of some rich thief... Along with the rest of Jurgen's old things. He'd keep that quiet. Sly might get a bit upset if he found out his old Armor of Teleporting was stolen. Teleported right off his body, too. Definately not something he'd mention. "Umm... So, I guess nothing happened after I got to sleep." Although Jurgen was very aware he could have slept through Domi tapping him on the shoulder.
He enjoys the rabbit, finding it odd that the golem would do something like that. Telling Kulak he'll be back, he heads back to town to meet up with the group and get his horse. He'll buy his own and gladly contribute to anyone who needs it. Meanwhile, Vus lags around with Kulak, enjoying his sleep.
Justin Webber (DM) Morning Preperation&Travel Wednesday May 19th, 2004 1:24:21 AM
The group wakesup, soem slower then others and makes their way to get breakfast and their normal morning routines. After everyone gets food and everything done thy need they remember mounts and some(?) go into town and others just seek the stables.
At the stables them an who sells horses, etc looks to you and nods, remembering Jurgen for sure. The seller leads you to where he has the animals for sell pinned and points them out, "Sirs and ladies, before you is the finest stock I have. You wanted the long haired horses?or did you want the yaks?" The man grins and rubs his hands together abit as he looks out over the animals, "The shaggy ponies are 35gps, the shaggy horses are 75gps. Yaks cost as much as the big shaggy horses so 75gps."
Sly and Luke Wednesday May 19th, 2004 2:05:51 AM
Sly leaves the Inn and follows every body to the stables, He look at the ponies, but he thinks they are too small to carry his mother if he should find her, "No not these ponies" He move along the stalls, comming across a long haired horse, that is all black, he tells the stall keeper "I think I'll take this one, do you have a saddle for sale also??"
Shiraz Wednesday May 19th, 2004 2:59:59 PM
Shiraz wakes stiffly from sleeping next to Kulak and stretches carefully, "Oofff!" Shiraz grunts working the kink out of his neck, "next time remind me to start a fire first." Shiraz sslowly walks towards town and by the time he is at the gate the taur feels normal. Shiraz quickly walks to the inn grabs a quick hot bath and joins the others at breakfast. Shiraz then wanders towards the stables with the others.
Peerimus and Yorrick d20+17=35 d20+12=26 d20+9=16 Wednesday May 19th, 2004 4:33:17 PM
Yorrick waits outside the stable while Peerimus helps his friends pick up some mounts.
Casting Speak with Animals, Peerimus asks them how they are doing this fine Woldian Morning and if they are treated right and feeling well. Going over each of the prospective mounts carefully, "We can not afford an animal to go down." [Know Nature 35, Spot 26, Heal 16]
Niobe Wednesday May 19th, 2004 6:09:11 PM
Niobe hardly sets foot in the camp before returning to town. She follows the others to the stables and looks at all of the steeds for sale. Niobe stares at the yaks suspiciously before trying to find out which horse seems the most friendly towards people. "You can actually ride those yak things?" She walks over to the stable owner. "You don't 'rent' horses and such, sort of like livery stables do, do you? I never really like to get too attached to any one certain animal." Whatever advice Peerimus has about the animals Niobe definately listens to.
Ilsidur(ceil) Wednesday May 19th, 2004 6:33:30 PM
Ilsidur eat breakfast some one pour him some more coffee, he looks up and it the beauty. He bows his head then tells her, "err! I have to go away, Ahh! Gee! I don't know if i'll be back this way again, Err But if... if I do. Can I come to see you??" She smiles and answers softly "Yes". When he finishes his meal, he will follow the party to the stables, "OH! NO! not me, I don't ride horses. But I can drive a small wagon?? how much for a small wagon and a Yak?" Ilsidur Questions.
Barnum and Edgar Wednesday May 19th, 2004 7:32:48 PM
Barnum tries to decide between a shaggy pony or a yak. Something intrigues him about the idea of a yak, but he eventually decides that a fall from a yak would be too great a fall for a small Halfling.
Barnum takes out 35 gold pieces, "Peerimus, could you pick out a healthy pony for me?" And says to the stableman, "I'm willing to buy a saddle, if you have one."
Savin Wednesday May 19th, 2004 10:08:20 PM
Savin looks on with amusement as his friends try to buy mounts. He says, "How fast does a yak travel? They look to be more of a pack animal, than a mount. Remember we are going to have to travel as slow as the slowest mount, so you all might want to get Yaks. They look very sure footed. I can lead one as a pack animal if you wish? Unfortunately, I am a little short of funds."
Justin Webber (DM) Animals Wednesday May 19th, 2004 10:19:47 PM
The seller of the horses and yaks grins at Niobe's comment and spits on the ground, "Sorry young lass but the last animal I rented out never was returned. I only sell now."
Peerimus speaks to the horses and yaks and finds out that each are as well taken care of as expected. The yaks however seem to be abit upset since they are not used alot.
The seller looks to Barnum and the others and rubs his chin as he thinks, "Well, let me see. A riding saddle will cost 10gps and if you need saddle bags they are 4gps."
Jurgen and Vus Wednesday May 19th, 2004 11:35:14 PM
"I'll take a shaggy pony," he nods at Peerimus, hoping that his friend would be able to pick among them, "and I hope my friend will pick one on out." That was defiantely not his most knowledgable area. In fact, he knew that horses could run faster than he could... In some cases. But for the most part, Jurgen left the handling up to those capable of doing so. "Oh yeah, I got myself a saddle and riding bags. So, I'm a all set there. But, if Savin's going to be taking a yak on a wagon, I may as well get a second yak. If that works. I think it does..." He pulls out 75 gold and hands it to the man. He counts out enough coins for Savin's desire and also hands it over. If Savin's okay with the idea, he'll cough up the price for another Yak, as well.
"I would much prefere a horse. Yaks seem too... Well, lets just say I wouldn't like to ride a big bull. I've rode horses before, I'll be fine."
Sly and Luke Thursday May 20th, 2004 8:55:40 AM
"Peerimus this is my first horse, so what does he think? I like him because of his coat and color? Is he good enough to carry my mother If I Find her?" he ask Peerimus, the last question was more to himself that to his friend.
Luke sniff the horse, then sits back next to Sly.
Savin Thursday May 20th, 2004 9:10:03 AM
Savin says, "I can try to guide a string of the yaks as well as one, but I have no special skills in animal handling, especially yak handling. I do think though as we get closer to our destinination, we get extra food, supplies, even dry wood and put them on the pack animals."
Savin will then walk over to the dealer and say, "Do these animals eat anything special? What are their feeding and drinking habits? How much can they safely carry. Please answer honestly, we have already decided to buy them. Also do we need any special rigs or tack for them to be pack animals?"
Ilsidur(ceil) Thursday May 20th, 2004 9:21:14 AM
"Yes! this wagon, it has a nice seat for me and Shiraz. Lot of room for luggage and supplies. Now I wonder if it be turned into a sled? Do you have some runners??" Ilsidur ask the man.
Peerimus and Yorrick d20+13=28 Thursday May 20th, 2004 12:16:37 PM
Peerimus will do his best to choose the best animals available for the journey ahead and will offer to put in 100gp toward the general purchases.
"A good and brave pony Jurgen, he'll do well and may I suggest his cousin there with the biege star."
"A fine and noble animal Sly and he says he looks forward to getting under open skies." Peerimus gives the horse a reassuring pat as he talks.
"Don't worry Savin, I will be able to take care of our good and worthy friends easy enough until we reach the colder climates. Then I shall manage."
Peerimus moves the animals out front and lines them up with great skill [Handle animal 28] and prepares them for thier gear.
Niobe Thursday May 20th, 2004 5:45:33 PM
Niobe nods and frowns slightly. She hopefully will find a horse with a good temper, she chooses one of the shaggy mountain horses.
Niobe requests a military style saddle. Because they have a contingent of guards here they should have military type saddles for sale. She also buys a bit and bridle, saddlebags and a weeks worth of feed for the horse.
Niobe hands the man 101gp, 3sp and 5cp for the horse, a military saddle, bit and bridle, saddlebags and a weeks worth of feed.
"Does this horse have a name Sir?" she asks politely.
Justin Webber (DM) Horse selling Thursday May 20th, 2004 9:20:46 PM
The seller listens to what is said and takes the money from each person who buys a horse. Hearing the comment on the wagon the seller shakes his head and speaks up, "I can sell a wagon but ski's of any type would be difficult without just using a normal peice of wood. You also would need a good craftsman to make sure the wheels are taken off correctly and the ski's put on to stay."
Ilsidur(ceil) Thursday May 20th, 2004 11:44:13 PM
The dwarf (with out turning around to look at the Seller) tells him "Who said anything about taking the wheels off??" to the rest of the party there in the stable, Ilsidor tell them "Friends, remember the great race?? Where we met Niobe and Woody for the first time? Some one had mess up our wheels?? and we had to use the Flying Disk?? We won the race didn't we??"
Niobe Friday May 21st, 2004 12:59:04 PM
Niobe puts the bit and bridle, a saddleblanket and the military saddle on the horse. While she does so she actually talks to the chestnut colored mare, "you don't have a name it seems. I guess I will have to find a suitable one for you." She stows away the feed for the horse, putting some of it into the saddlebags. "Savin, I can purchase a horse for you if like. I have gold to spare." Niobe asks politely. She will wait for a response from him before exiting the stables. Later she leads the horse outside and then mounts. Now she waits for the others so they can get going northward.
Savin Friday May 21st, 2004 3:12:11 PM
Savin says to Niobe, "Tell you what. Lets have a race." He will point to a tree around 50 yards distant. "If you beat me, I will buy a horse. That's right, you ride the horse and I will run."
Savin will call Shiraz over, as he takes off his pack. "Shiraz, can you start us off?" When Shiraz says go, Savin will leap forward and sprint as fast as he can to the tree, (base speed 60 and I don't have a rider on my back)
Even if the horse edges him out, he will add. "I never lose a shoe, don't need brushing, never throw myself to the ground, don't get skittish in battle, and horse thieves never seem interested in stealing me." He pauses for a minute and a smile comes to his grey eyes. "Well the pretty ones sometimes try."
Sly and Luke Friday May 21st, 2004 3:12:43 PM
"I'll take this gray one here, a saddle, a set of bit and bridle. I have blanket to spare." Sly give the money to Jurgen, "Here is my gold, pay the man, Pointed Ears". Sly ties his two back packs together, throws on to the horses back, "Come on Smokie, Let's get dress out side." Outside Sly puts a spare blanket on the horse, then the saddle (just like Niobe is doing for her horse) makes sure the the back packs are on the horse (in the right place), But there something wrong?? "Hey! Niobe! Savin! Shiraz! Can you help me here?? Where does this thing go on the horse??" Sly shows them the bit and bridle that was in his hands. "I never owned a horse before!"
Luke sits besides Sly "Oh! Boy!" he comments.
Jurgen and Vus Friday May 21st, 2004 5:57:32 PM
"Savin! I've agreed to pay for your horse already. We don't have time for foolishness." He shakes his head. There was a time when Jurgen wouldn't have been listening, but he'd never expected it of Savin. "Savin, just tell me how much it'll cost and we'll get going." Getting his horse (and yak), Jurgen sets the saddle and packs he bought from the Catacombs on. He takes the rest of the money (Sly's and whatever Savin wanted... I'll worry about a total after. I just wanna get going =)) and gives it to the man. Then he follows Niobe out, making sure he is ready himself.
Barnum and Edgar Saturday May 22nd, 2004 10:22:11 AM
"All right, I'll take this pony here." Barnum says, picking out a grey one with black spots. "I'll take one riding saddle as well." Barnum says, and hands over 45 gold pieces.
Peerimus and Yorrick Saturday May 22nd, 2004 11:51:55 AM
Peerimus does not purchase an animal either. "A good point Ilsidur and I have spells to assist with any wood shaping or mending we might require."
Peerimus will wait outside for everyone to mount up. If no one else takes the position he will climb into the wagon and pick up the reigns.
Justin Webber (DM) Horse Selling Saturday May 22nd, 2004 12:18:40 PM
(OOC:Sorry people for the late and now short post. It's storming here so I have to make this quick.)
The seller awaits money from those buying horses etc.
(OOC:I posted prices earlier so please go with them. Eunice please help with the prices of skis and such if a person wanrs them. I'm sorry everyone, I'll try to make a better post later.)
Justin Webber (DM) Stables Saturday May 22nd, 2004 4:47:32 PM
The seller takes the money owed to him for the horses, ponies, etc that is needed in payment for what people are buying. (Okay people, on your next post it would be helpful if you posted you bought a horse or whatever and please post the gold total you should of payed. Also all items for your horse come straight from the book for price, just a fyi.)
The seller now looks to the group and spits to the side, "So, you going to be buying a wagon also then? I'll have to see if there is one free to be bought."
Niobe Sunday May 23rd, 2004 5:44:38 AM
Niobe has already paid the man for her purchases. She will still wait outside; sitting on her horse, for the others to finish with their business.
((Justin read my post from Thursday 20/05-04. It states what Niobe purchased and how much she paid to the seller.))
Sly and Luke Sunday May 23rd, 2004 12:10:10 PM
Sly bought a long hair horse 75gp, Saddle, bit and bridle 10gp, a set of saddle bags 4gp and trail supplies (7 days)14 cp.
Sly finally solves the mystery of where to put the bridle and bit. After making sure that that both horse and the ridder will be secure, Sly mounts the horse, patting the horse on the neck "Now! Smokie, this dog here is Luke, he's comming along with us. Now let's go to camp." To Luke, Sly ask "want to ride on the horse?"
Luke answers "No!"
Sly waits for Ilsidur to finish with the wagon and Yak.
Ilsidure(ceil) Sunday May 23rd, 2004 12:20:46 PM
Ilsidur mumbles as he hitches the yak to the wagon, "By Ecknod's Beard, don't you snort at me! mumble?? mumble??". Finally he's finish and throws the reins onto the seat of the wagon. He checks all the leather hitching, the clamps, buckles, the cargo, then come to Get to the driver's seat... When there sits Peerimus smiling at him, "Don't just grin at me, HELP! me up" once in the wagon, "Ilsidur tells Shiraz "You can sit back of the wagon and make sure nothing shifts, OK?"
Yak 75gp wagon 35gp.
Savin Sunday May 23rd, 2004 10:51:42 PM
Savin hops from one foot to the next anxious to be off.
Jurgen and Vus Monday May 24th, 2004 12:14:45 AM
(Savin, are you not buying anything? Even at my expense? I'll assume not.)
Horse - 75 gp
Jurgen continues to wait for the rest of the group, getting mildly impatient because of the utter confusion that seems to be milling about the group. But he didn't have a particular problem with it, other than the fact that he didn't know whether or not Savin wanted anything.
Peerimus and Yorrick d20+13=17 Monday May 24th, 2004 10:04:50 AM
"If you are done charming them perhaps we may be off master dwarf?" Peerimus maintains what surely Ilsidur thinks is the grin that an idiot would wear, and helps him into the wagon. "By the Wold my friend, you need to eat more vegatables"
With a stout whistle and flick of the reigns, the yak pulls the wagon off towards the north gate. Yorrick walks next to the drivers side casually as they move. [handle animal 17]
Justin Webber (DM) Moving out Monday May 24th, 2004 3:21:28 PM
Once the seller is payed for what the group needs everyone heads out finally, metting up with those who have already payed for their mounts and was waiting for them.
Outside the afternoon sun and sky awaits the group. Peerimus notes that the weather will be nice traveling in the current area and from the looks no storms are on the horizon. At the moment is is just past noon and the day is warm and nice.
As the group begins to move along, Kulak the golem joins you quickly and his strides keep up with those of the group pretty easily. He looks at each person at their horses, yaks and wagon for a moment before looking straight ahead and walking along as the group travels.
The travels are rather long and boring as nothing seems to present itself to the group or attack. It is just a nice peaceful day out in the open. Soon the day fades into night and your able to find a small group of trees that Peerimus picksout for you all to make camp for the night.
(OOC:When you make your post and comment on making camp here, please note the order of times you like to take watch, etc.)
Shiraz Monday May 24th, 2004 10:32:21 PM
Shiraz chooses not to buy a horse since his rather large frame would not be carried by any pony or yak. Shiraz walks easily with his companions as they ride. "I will take the middle watch, sice that is the most awkward for most who need rest for their spells and such."
Savin d20+9=22 Monday May 24th, 2004 10:39:03 PM
Savin will easily keep up with his riding companions as they move along. He will play his flute to keep spirits up and when they camp, he will prepare a special dinner (cooking check 22)
He will volunteer to take a middle of the night shift as well and curl himself in a blanket and get some rest
Ilsidur Tuesday May 25th, 2004 12:27:36 AM
[OOC: Ceil, thanks once again for helping me out, and filling in for me over the past week. You have done a great job, as per usual.]
Ilsidur bounces and jostles in the wagon as it travels down the road. He says to Peerimus, "More vegetables, you say? I think more meat and a good dwarven stout would help me keep a lower center of gravity, and might help to stop me from being thrown around in this...WHOOPS!" as he slips off the seat, and falls backward into the rear of the wagon. Clearly, the dwarf is uncomfortable not being able to have his two feet on good solid ground.
When they finally reach the campsite, Ilsidur says, "I will take the first watch, since I will need to walk off all of those crinks that developed in that back of that wagon!" As night falls, Ilsidur munches on the last of the dinner, and keeps his eyes out for any trouble that might be approaching. If his watch goes uneventfully, he will curl up in his new cloak of comfort, in his new tent, and sleep the sleep of the just, or maybe just the tired.
Sly and Luke Tuesday May 25th, 2004 7:50:21 AM
Sly checks his magic compass, True to what the hermit said I points north, if sly verries from the northern path, the needle turns red.
They travel on untill the party got hungery and tired. Must not push too much, we are going into cold country. "I will take the last watch it will not make any differance any way, I only need four hours of sleep.
"Justin Lets go hunting for some meat??" ask Sly, "Come Luke"
Luke had fun guiding the horse on the course, while Sly was looking at that little disk. But now his favorite Going Hunting "Alright!"
OOC: Ilsidur It was easy playing you, I was just my disagreable ME??
Jurgen and Vus Tuesday May 25th, 2004 8:12:19 AM
"I second that thought, Ilsidur. Meat'll keep those feet on the ground. I think I'll ignore Peerimus' strange obsession for vegetables and fruits, though." He spends the ride gabbing with Peerimus and Ilsidur, trying to learn about their adventures. He'd gotten pieces from his travels, some during his own, but it was all fragmented. At Ilsidur's fall, he gives a friendly laugh. Riding horses wasn't Jurgen's favourite thing to do either, but he'd learned to deal with it. Although the leather rubbed his legs the wrong way and he could tell they'd be itchy sore. Especially since the ride would be a long one. Someone should make ointment for that.
"Ahhh! Wonderful, Savin's cooking. Good to see we don't let Sly near the fire anymore. A change for a better." He enjoys the company of his friends, as well as the dinner, but heads to his sleeping roll early. Taking last watch was almost as bad as the middle, except the sleep was more together. But with him and Sly... They'd be able to catch up. Jurgen had been curious for a while as to how the Children of Chaos were faring.
(OOC: Taking last watch with Sly. Bonus points if anyone can point out the 80s song I mostly quoted in my post. :D)
Peerimus and Yorrick d20+12=28 d20+5=16 Tuesday May 25th, 2004 1:26:32 PM
Peerimus gives a chuckle as Ilsidur tips backwards, "See there? The mere mention of Mother Wolds abundance has lowered your gravity."
During the riding Peerimus sings a bit to himself, "A beautiful ride under the sparkling sky of blue. The white of clouds and wolds fragrance shall soothe. Worry not my traveller for we are here and our protection is upon you no danger may near. Ride on, ride on, under heavens above and bask in warmth of Mother Wolds love. Let my gentle breeze alight on your cheek I pray open your heart and hear me speak. Of true passion, warm life and of great laughter but remember most your deeds live ever after."
Upon breaking camp, Peerimus tends the animals and grooms them down for the evening. "I will take up the middle watch with Savin." Peerimus shifts to a great Brown bear for his watch and puts nose and newly acquired low light vision to work. [Spot 28 Listen 16]
Barnum and Edgar d20+6=21 Tuesday May 25th, 2004 3:38:27 PM
"I'll take first watch with Ilsidur, then." says Barnum. "Late to bed and late to rise, makes a Halfling cheery and nice."
Edgar decides to follow Sly and Jurgen on their hunting trip, using his keen raven vision to look for food. (Spot 21)
Niobe d20+4=23 d20+2=10 Tuesday May 25th, 2004 7:44:58 PM
Niobe isn't used to riding for long distances, so she has spent much of the trip shifting around in the saddle. When they finally make camp Niobe dismounts but can hardly stand. She hurts nearly everywhere! As she feels her knees start to give she grabs the pommel, but is almost too tired to hang on to it long enough to keep standing. (Dex 23, Str 10) After a few minutes of just standing there she takes off the horse's tack and hobbles the horse where it can feed and get water to drink. She will also curry the mare before taking care of her own needs. When Niobe is finished set up her camping arrangements she informs the others, "I will take whatever watch is left over." She will then stiffly sit next to the fire and eat dinner. Once dinner is finished she will help clean up and do the dishes.
(Dex 23, Str 10)
Savin d20+9=29 Tuesday May 25th, 2004 10:42:02 PM
Savin will notice Niobe's discomfort and spread out his blanket, sticking two sticks into the ground and making a screen from the others.
He will walk over to Niobe and lead her over to the screen. Please lie down and trust me. Take off your pants and cover yourself with the blanket. He then opens his healing kit and starts mixing a poutice. Without looking he will expertly massage it into her legs and buttock, easing the pain away. The oil he spread seems to heat on its own further reducing the pain. (Healing check natural 20)
He will say, "Niobe there is no reason for you to walk around in pain. If you are stiff, let me know and I will do what I can to help. My master alwasy said, 'The hand the causes pain must be able to relieve it.'"
Savin will gently massage the rest of her back and shoulders and whispers, "Get some sleep. You will feel better in the morning."
Justin Webber (DM) The Night has claws and teeth Wednesday May 26th, 2004 12:02:50 AM
Everyone beds down for the night, getting some food and drink in them before startign to get some sleep and taking their shifts in taking watch.
The night passes slow and most boring for Ilsidur and Barnum. Both are grateful to wakeup the next pair to keep watch through the night.
Peerimus, Savin and Shiraz stand the middle watch. All of them watch in boredom as the night passes more and once again nothing else happens through their watch.
Sly and Jurgen take the last watch. Both surpried to have the company of Kulak who leans agaisnt a tree and watches the people asleep and then Sly and Jurgen.
The moon has just began to fade in the sky and the coming of morning is starting to come. The sun hasn't even began to rise yet when a loud howl peirces the night and darkness. Suddenly in the darkness you can see a total of twenty five sets of two glowing eyes. Growls and snapping sounds as teeth clack together can be heard from the distance.
Niobe Wednesday May 26th, 2004 4:48:14 AM
Niobe will have no problem doing what Savin asked her to. "I am not used to riding for such long distances. City girls you know..." When Savin starts working on her stiff and aching muscles she relaxes and is actually enjoying this. In fact it takes all she has not to fall asleep right then and there! Niobe is eternally grateful to Savin for taking care of her problems. When she thanks him it is very obvious just how very grateful she is, "oh thank you, thank you! You know Savin you could start a business doing that. You would make a fortune! I would certainly pay well." She gets dressed again, gives Savin a great big, long hug. "Savin please let me know if there is anything that I can do for you in return." With a weary smile she heads off to get some sleep. Niobe feels much, much better.
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Appearently Niobe doesn't have any watch this night. She sleeps deeply, and won't be easy to awaken. She isn't woken up by the howl; the long ride had worn her out. Happily Niobe doesn't snore! Just in case she has her weapons next to her while she sleeps. (Something her mother taught her to do while out travelling.)
Sly and Luke Wednesday May 26th, 2004 9:58:03 AM
Jurgon and Sly came back from hunting with a boar freshly killed, Hey! You'll all have fresh ham and fat back for breackfat tomorow morning! Look what we got." they showed them their prize. "Now remember Vus and Luke will get the two big bones and Yurrick can have the head, I don't know if Edgar want any meat?. But we have to butcher it now!" after supper they go to sleep. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ When it was time for Sly and Jurgen time for their watch, Sly was happy to see Kulak with them, They talk, they added wood to the fire... When there was an errie houling sound commin g far away! "What that??" Sly asked "Kulak can you see anything??" But then as they looked closer, into the dark (good chance they both have low litght vision)ther are lots of glowing eyes and growling as well, "Wolves! Lots of then, hungry too." They both wake the others up Sly tell them to grab the boar meat hanging in the trees. If things go wrong. We'll eat left overs for breakfast, But do get ready to fight! to protect the horses and yack."
Luke Wednesday May 26th, 2004 10:05:48 AM
Luke barks and growls at the glowing eyes "Grrr! Bark Bark Grrr! My camp!"
Peerimus and Yorrick Wednesday May 26th, 2004 10:34:59 AM
After his watch, Peerimus will remain in bear form and curl in next to Yorrick.
The howl snaps both awake and with low light vision they pick out the intruders. Peerimus stands with Yorrick and both let a thunderous roar warn the wolves of the folly of an attack. As this is probably not just a normal pack of wolves, Peerimus will cast Bakskin, sharing it with Yorrick.
Jurgen and Vus [Cat's Grace - Dexterity 21] d100=15 Wednesday May 26th, 2004 12:36:40 PM
Jurgen has a pleasant night and enjoy's the fact that he and Sly caught something. It was rather lucky. Jurgen had missed it with both his daggers, but the efforts of Luke and Vus had managed to bring it in for them. It was actually rather funny. It started running and Vus appear on the other side of it, so it stopped and Luke ran straight into it. But they'd all had a good time at it.
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"Everyone awake! Wolves!" Jurgen shouts to the rest of the camp, at anyone who may still be sleeping. Just at the end of his watch, too. Well. He wouldn't be letting those wolves come and get their horses.
'Vus, get ready for an attack. We won't want those wolves getting to the animals. The last thing we need is to spend all day chasing after them after a scare.' The blink dog moves towards the horses and yaks, ready to protect them if anything moves to attack them.
Briefly considering letting off a lightning bolt in the general direction of the wolves, Jurgen quickly throws that idea away. If there were this many wolves, killing a few would only assure violence. Still, they needed to get the wolves gone. Pulling a hand into the bag at his side, Jurgen grabs one of the fuzzy balls and hucks it towards the wolves. With a small prayer as he does, the sorcerer hopes for a lion or tiger. As it hits the ground, a brown bear appears. Jurgen curses, but he'll have to settle for it. "If the wolves come, attack them." He just gives a simple command to the creature, before begin a spell.
Finally, Jurgen pulls two of his daggers from their sheathes on his chest and stands ready for the wolves.
Savin Wednesday May 26th, 2004 1:22:05 PM
Savin blushes a deep red when Niobe gives him a big hug. He stammers, "Ah Niobe your welcome. You don't have to pay me back. I was my ahhh pleasure."
He almost runs away leaving Niobe with the impresssion that Savin is much more innocent and naive around women then she orginally thought.
When the wolves make their apperance, Savin will jump up from his bedroll and pick up his crossbow and load it. He will say, "I wonder if these are being driven to attack Kulak by Krilanos."
Barnum and Edgar Wednesday May 26th, 2004 5:48:40 PM
The howling of twenty-five wolves is just enough to get Barnum out of bed, and even then somewhat grudgingly. "Yes Savin, I'll bet these are the same wolves that were attacking Kulak the other night. What do you think Kulak?"
Barnum casts Ghost Sound, creating the fierce roar of a dire tiger, approaching the wolves from the direction of the camp, in the hopes that that would scare them away.
Ilsidur (AC 14, 98 hp) Wednesday May 26th, 2004 10:22:41 PM
Rudely awakened from his sound sleep, Ilsidur says, "Wolves, you say? Well, just shoo them away! I'm trying to get some sleep here!"
Then he sits up a little and has a quick look around the camp, and starts to count glowing pairs of eyes, "...five, eight, twelve, nineteen, by Brog's black beard, this is no mere wolf pack!" He jumps to his feet, and, not having time to don his armour, he grabs his waraxe and shield. He runs over to Shiraz and casts bull's strength on the minotaur. "Feel stronger? That should help." [OOC: Shiraz has +4 Str for the next nine minutes.] Then he moves over towards his yak and the other mounts, to protect them from the wolves.
Justin Webber (DM) Wolves Wednesday May 26th, 2004 11:28:34 PM
The wolves do not attack for the moment, seeming weary now with all the sounds being made from the camp. The wolves stay just outside of the camp area as they growl and snarl. It is unclear rather they will attack or maybe move on soon.
Kulak stands and looks out into the area where the wolves are and shakes his head, "No chaos energy out there...nothing that "seems" touched by chaos....these wolves are just hungry and angry at loosing pack members."
Niobe (HP 67/67 AC 14 Low light vision) Thursday May 27th, 2004 7:54:30 AM
The wolves howling failed to wake Niobe, but Peerimus' and Yorrick's thunderous roars scare her awake. Sitting bolt upright, her blankets pooled around her the thief peers bleary eyed into the darkness. She sees more eyes staring back at her than she cares to count. Niobe scrambles out of bed grabbing her rapier and unsheathing it as she goes; she leaves the sheath near her bedroll. She backpeddles closer to the mounts and makes ready to protect the animals. Niobe is happy that she had her ring enchanted to include the Endure Elements ability, that way her bare-feet won't get cold!
Sly and Luke(79/79hp-ac20, low light vision) Thursday May 27th, 2004 8:23:32 AM
Sly (with weapon in hand) watches all those eyes, he listens to Kulak, "Hmmm! just hungry and angry wolves, Huh??" Sly calls out "Druid Peerimus! Can you talk to these wolves and ask them if we give them boars meat, will they go away and leave our animals alone? or do they just want to fight?" Sly tell Jurgen (in Elvish)"One way or another we will either lose the breackfast Boar meat or we'll lose some of our animals, with us getting hurt or killed?? Do you have any another kind of plan?"
Savin Thursday May 27th, 2004 8:30:05 AM
Savin agrees, "Yes lets give them some food. We don't want to slaughter innocent animals that are angry because they have been mistreated by higher powers. Peerimus, talk to them and offer them the leavings from the boar."
Peerimus and Yorrick d20+10=18 Thursday May 27th, 2004 3:25:50 PM
Peerimus casts Speak with Animals and shifts to a great silver backed wolf.
[b]"My brothers! Do not be alarmed. We are here only in passing. Tell me, what has forced you to such things. I can help and bring back your proud heritage. Tell me, who has laid your pack to such a low and what moves upon your land to make food scarce?" [b] [Wild Empathy 18]
Barnum and Edgar Thursday May 27th, 2004 3:36:02 PM
Barnum drops his arms and simply watches Peerimus, interested in the druid's talents. He says quietly to himself, "Hm. Perhaps there is something to this 'magic of nature.'"
Ilsidur Thursday May 27th, 2004 10:48:49 PM
Ilsidur moves over to calm the horses and yak, talking softly to them, while waiting to see the results of Peerimus' spell.
Jurgen and Vus [Cat's Grace - Dexterity 21] 9d6(5+6+2+2+3+3+3+1+5)=30 Friday May 28th, 2004 12:02:02 AM
Jurgen, although having spent a long time with the elves, is baffled at Sly. There was a time, many moons ago, when he'd been able to understand anything anyone said to him. But now, Sly's elvish was just a jumbled haze of words. Jurgen could pick out the occasional word and swore he'd heard something about cooking tree meat... Which didn't make a lot of sense, so he ignored it. To Vus he used his bond to communicate a message.
"Have Luke tell Sly I know naught a word he's saying. But add that I'm worried these wolves will attack us. If Peerimus doesn't show some way of keeping them docile, I'll use deadly force." He hopes that the message would remain intact from Vus to Luke and then Luke to Sly. As funny as the comment about "cooking tree meat" was, Jurgen didn't exactly want have the wrong words being passed back and forth.
For the moment, he keeps himself just still. As a readied action, he prepared himself to fling a lightning bolt at the wolves the moment they showed signs of hostility. He hoped it wouldn't be needed. Peerimus would be on his tail, so to speak, if he'd done something wrong.
[Readied Action - Casting: Lightning Bolt - Area - 10 feet wide to 95 feet - Damage: 30 to each wolf in area]
Justin Webber (DM) Wolf Talks Friday May 28th, 2004 12:36:47 AM
When Peerimus changes into a wolf and speaks to the wolves present he sees another larger then the other wolves comes foreward. This wolf has a reddish cast to it and it's eyes watch Peerimus carefully but with nothing more then normal animal intelligence as it howls back to him in it's speech, "leaders of many packs dead...packs join hunt...seek new leaders..pale man kill leaders...say kill iron thing...iron thing kill many...many hungry no leader to lead.."
The large wolf growls louders and lets a long howl before continueing it's speech with Peerimus, "you value life...give food and we move...no food..we eat all pack see..."
Niobe d20+6=14 Friday May 28th, 2004 8:57:10 AM
Niobe hears Ilsidur trying to calm the horses and yak. Her rapier hangs from her wrist by its lanyard as she turns to work with the animals as well. Niobe also speaks softly and soothingly to them. She uses her wild empathy ability to try and help calm them. Niobe spends a longer time with her horse than the rest, since the mare is hobbled and must be very nervous knowing that she cannot flee the wolves like her herd-mates could.
(Ranger ability Wild Empathy 14)
Shiraz Friday May 28th, 2004 9:04:21 AM
Shiraz watches Peerimus change form and stands in a ready stance with his hands near the hilt of his swords, "Kulak", Shiraz whispers "Can you understand what they are saying?"
Peerimus and Yorrick Friday May 28th, 2004 9:26:02 AM
Yorrick stands ready to defend Peerimus shifting from foot to foot as the howls of 'conversation' continue.
Peerimus bristles up the hair on his back at the mention of the pale man and barks back, "It is this man who is our and your enemy. He is not with nor wishes to help. teeth and claw are no use against iron. that is why the pale man killed the pack leaders. He knew they would say no. We will provide the pack food tonight, but you must show us where we can find this pale man."
Peerimus glances over his shoulder and with his speak with animals spell still active barks back to Luke, "Tell Sly and the others to get whatever food we have to give to the pack."
Sly and Luke Friday May 28th, 2004 11:55:52 AM
Sly stand there waiting for either action from the wolves, or a word from Peerimus (Whom he put his faith in). Luke tells Sly what Peerimus just told him,Luke "give, wolves, all food, wolves, won't attack." Sly tell the party "Alright! Preemus ask that we give the hungry wolves our food and they won't attack. Don't worry we can go hunting and gather fruits later, Jurgen! help me take the bore meat down from the tree, I'll be you that the meat is cured just rightn too. To think that I cured that meat just like my mother did it (then Sly stop for a minute)... Back at the Village." Jurgen and Sly climb the tree and cuts the ropes that holds the meat. Ready to give it to the wolves.
Savin Friday May 28th, 2004 4:35:58 PM
Savin will help get the food to feed the wolves. He will look over at Kulak and say, "See my iron friend. We aren't really worried about the wolves attacking us. Though they could give a nasty bite, they really couldn't harm us. What we are really trying to do is show them mercy and spare their lives.
They are victims of your and Kilano's battles and should be shown mercy and understanding. That is what the side of good does. Evil would just have swept them out of the way. Compassion to the desperate and weak is very important."
Ilsidur Friday May 28th, 2004 11:45:32 PM
Unwilling to let his guard down all the way, Ilsidur continues to hold onto his weapon while keeping the mounts quiet. "Peerimus, why don't you ask if they know anything about this Ice Vein place?"
Justin Webber (DM) Feeding Saturday May 29th, 2004 2:52:43 AM
The wolves are glad when the meat is given and eat it hungrily. Once all of it is devoured which is rather quickly the pack begins to leave, leaving the larger reddish coated wolf who looks to Peerimus, "pale man turn to mist that blows on the breeze....he left...no smell...no trace...strange man...dead man if caught...we hunt many moons more...you stay in peace now...wolves no hurt....iron chunk though kill many pack member....he reeks of chaos...he is like child with more power then ten packs....dangerous and way must be learned."
The large wolf turns and growls back now as he trots off, "night calls...morning comming soon...pack must stay safe."
The wolves now leave in peace, leaving the group to decide what to do from here.
Jurgen and Vus Saturday May 29th, 2004 3:52:44 AM [OOC: Sorry about missing my post. Left it far too late before I got home. Won't be happening again. Go Peerimus. Way to talk those wolves away from getting blown up :D]
"Since we're all up, lets get some food in us and head on outta here. Peerimus, quick thinkin' saved us some trouble. If Sly hadn't wanted to go hunting last night, it could have been a bit nastier. Things work out in our favour. 'Bout time, if yah ask me. I got tired of all the constant struggles. Remember heading back into... wherever it was... after we beat Tumult? The guards got all uptight about Shiraz, so I tried to trick them," he laughes fondly, "Won't be doing that any time soon. Being fined isn't something I'm eager to faced daily." If the group decides to eat something, Jurgen will join them. With daylight coming fast he wanted to get a start on the day rather soon. So, he'll eat in the saddle if it's what the group decides.
Before they head out, Jurgen packs himself for travelling. Moving his clothes around so that he had things spread among many places. Clothes in all his packs, in case one got lost or wet. Suddenly, he remembers the bear he summoned and calls it back into his bag of tricks. Useful tool, he'd have to remember that he'd used it once already.
Niobe d20+6=22 Saturday May 29th, 2004 11:52:27 AM
Niobe continues with the same actions as the last round. With the exception that she unhobbles her mare when the wolves leave.
She spends a good deal of time talking to her mare and apologizing for hobbling her; even though it is a common practice to do so with mounts during a journey. When the mare is sufficiently calm and in a better mood Niobe gets fully kitted-up for travel(boots, armor, cloak and all) and packs up her gear. She puts the tack on her steed after letting the mare browse for food while she packs. In a matter of minutes Niobe is ready to leave.
(Wild Empathy 22)
Shiraz Saturday May 29th, 2004 6:05:59 PM
Shiraz sighs a deep sigh of relief as the wolves walk away and shakes his head, "What my father would say," Shiraz chuckles softly and looks around, "Leave and most on half nights rest, sorry I think that sleep is importants now while we can."
Ilsidur Sunday May 30th, 2004 12:48:58 AM
Ilsidur is pleased that Peerimus was able to deal with the wolves without bloodshed...well, except for a little pig blood. "Darn, I was looking forward to some roast pork for breakfast," he says as he roots through his pack for some dry trail rations.
He readies himself for the road, and dons his armour. As the sun rises, he says his morning devotions, asking the Gods of the Wold to bless him with power for the coming day.
Once the devotions are done, the dwarf cleric says, "I agree with Jurgen; let's get moving. The sooner we can find out what happened to Sly's friends and families, the sooner our young friend will be able to rest."
Sly and Luke Sunday May 30th, 2004 1:54:36 PM
Sly Packs his stuff, getting trail ration for himself and for Luke. While packing he come across the blank book he bought, I think I'll make notes of the trip. He writes;
On our first day travels north ward, we made very good time. when we notice that soon the sun would set soon, we started to make a camp and and started a fire. I don't know what gave me the idea to go hunting for breakfast, But I do remember to comserve out ration with fresh game. Jurgen and I went hunting, we downed a boar. Bringing it to camp we buchard ang hung the meat to be cured for the next day's travel. But during the night, when the stars starts to fade. A pack of hungry wolves came to camp for our animals. Peerimus came to our resque, being the fine Druid, He found that the pack was leaderless and very hungry, they were leaderless because of a pale white human had killed their leader and wanted the pack to do away with out Iron Golem Kulac, I'm affraid that our old enermy Krilanos is stocking our party because of our big Iron Friend. If so could his sister be far behind? Now nobody realy want go to sleep, we all want to travel on. this part of the wood give us goose pimples. We'll be eating our trail food in our saddles. The coumpass is still pointing true North. Will add more later.
Sly and Luke
Sly sign off, puts the book away. Saddles up and rides with the others.
Justin Webber (DM) Moving on Monday May 31st, 2004 10:41:19 PM
(OOC: Sorry for moving the game on without some people posting. Happy Memorial Day to everyone also.)
The group (I guess) gets abit more rest before packing and moving on. The sun has finally risen and the landscape is once again one of sunshine, grass and occasional trees.
After many hours of traveling the group finally sees a few signs of something new. The grass slowly starts to change to a shade of brown and the air has began to get abit nippy, in the air is the scent of rain.
As the group moves farther the grass slowly vanishes to solid brown ground and rain has began to fall lightly. The rain being slightly cold.
The sky as you keep traveling shows some clouding but not much as you move foreward yet farther, only to find yourself being pelted by sleet now. The ground has became lightly slick. The air here has became very cold suddenly and for those who have not changed into cold weather gear or some protection of some type will begin to get goose bumps.
The sleet finally gives away as you push through almost a half mile of sleet and ground. Finally you see snow all around, falling and on the ground. The ground is completely covered in snow, up to a humans ankle, deeper in other places. A large wall of ice stands not to far away with deep letters carved into it saying "ICE VEIN."
When Sly looks he will find out that the compass is not pointing like it was now. It is acting like a normal compass.
The group can see no foot prints or even a sign of any life in this area so far other then the writing on the large ice wall.
The group can notice that in the distance, throughout the landscape are large 6ft tall spike like creations.
Sly and Luke Monday May 31st, 2004 11:30:21 PM
When the party got to hard ground Sly Changed into his winter clothes, then putting on the special cloak. then he takes a wolf skin and laces on Luke. "Now you look like a wolf! wait untill Jus and yurrick see you"
Then they moved on untill the snow line came, and then whats look like a wall of ice with 'Ice Vain' writen on it. "Well! So far the hermit was right, Let's see if theres a way into this land of ice and snow? A path or a trail any thing."
Savin Tuesday June 1st, 2004 12:16:08 AM
Savin will have slipped on his boots of the winterland and isn't having any problems with his footing or the temperature.
He will look around concerned about the enviroment and ask, "Do we have enough food and supplies for this? I thought we would run into a trading post or something. Oh Well..."
Savin will try to keep going leading the way into the forbidding land.
Sly and Luke Tuesday June 1st, 2004 8:56:41 AM
"Good question Savin. Let's see what I have in my saddle bag here???" Sly look into his saddle bag ans spots some ration that he had over looked when feeding those wolves. "Look like i can only find four days ration here. I think we have to look for some king of game for food."
Niobe d20+7=8 Tuesday June 1st, 2004 2:48:03 PM
Like Sly the thief changes to her winter clothing when the party reaches hard ground and colder temperatures.
Niobe listens to Sly and Savin discuss the food issue. "I have a few days rations. I also have few days feed for my mare. Does anyone know how to set snares and traps for small game?"
[A few minutes later:]
The smirking thief dismounts, walks over to the deeper snow and makes a snowball. The young Half-Elven woman sees a lot of potential for fun in this wintry landscape. She pitches it at Sly for a bit of fun. Niobe is aiming for the middle of his chest (after he has put away the compass of course). Amazingly the snowy missile misses him by a long shot; whizzing harmlessly by. Niobe can't help but laugh.
(Hit AC 8, Improvised weapon (snowball) -4 penalty to attack roll) ((I just couldn't resist throwing a snowball! LOL!))
Peerimus and Yorrick d20+20=28 Tuesday June 1st, 2004 5:39:20 PM
As teh weather turns cold Peerimus casts Endure Cold on himself and shares the spell with Yorrick. Grabbing some blankets, he tosses them across teh backs of the horses and continues to drive the wagon.
Looking at the wall Peerimus' head cocks to one side as he marvels at it. Then snapping out of it, "The horses are going to start encountering issues pulling the wagon as the snow gets deeper. Anyone have a thought on the spikes? Looking to Niobe, do not worry, I won't let you starve. There is game to be had if you know where to look [survival 28 can provide food for 7 others]
Jurgen and Vus d20-1=18 d20+1=9 d20-1=10 d20+1=10 Tuesday June 1st, 2004 7:18:15 PM
Jurgen, following Niobe and Sly's example, gets out his cold weather gear. He attempts to keep the insides of them dry while he changes into them. Then, he stands over Vus and puts the specialty gear made for him on. The dog fusses for a bit, then gives in and lets the sorcerer help him keep warm.
As to the concerns of food, Jurgen knows the inside of his pack rather well, without even thinking heavily on it. "I've got enough food to last me a month. Longer, if I ration it carefully. But I don't htink we'll run into an issue of starving. At the very worst," he gives a glance over at the yaks, "we could kill a horse or a yak." He shudders at the thought, but knows the neccessity of such thinking. Survival had to stay on their minds if they were travelling into a dangerous area.
He laughes when Niobe throws the snowball, but decides not to take in the festivities. He had other things on his mind. Like where they were going. He walks (providing it isn't too far from the group) to the wall marking their location. While walking, he makes sure of his footing. Getting trapped in a snowdrift might be Sly's idea of a good joke, but the wetness would be horrid. He looks over the wall, trying to see if there was more to be gained from it other than a sense of location.
[Jurgen: Spot Check - Success if DC 18 or Lower] [Vus: Spot Check - Success if DC 9 or Lower] [Jurgen: Listen Check - Success if DC 10 or Lower] [Vus: Listen Check - Success if 10 or Lower]
[OOC: I don't really know why I rolled listen checks... But yah-know. They sucked anyway. :)]
Barnum and Edgar Tuesday June 1st, 2004 8:30:44 PM
At Sly's words, Barnum remembers an old song and pulls out his fiddle, quickly playing and singing, "We come from the land of the ice and snow, from the Midnight Sun where the hot springs blow..."
Barnum wraps himself and Edgar in his winterwolf skin greatcoat. He pulls out the Wand of Temperature Control and asks if anyone wants a little arcane warmth. If so, he'll immediately cast the spell on them.
OOC: Apologies for not posting Friday or Monday, I was out of town.
Shiraz Tuesday June 1st, 2004 10:47:11 PM
Shiraz draws his travelers gear out of his backpack and carefully unpacks it. "I enjoy cold weather" Shiraz remarks to no one in particular. "I would suggest that before wood and the like becomes scare that we load up the wagon with enough to at least start a fire, and if we have an extra day we allow Peerimus to trap what he can to help us manage through."
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