DM Kelly Wednesday February 1st, 2006 5:50:20 PM
Few answers come about those who commanded the monster army. That it was a well-planned attack there is no doubt.
Everyone finds a place to rest. The night is short, but the horns do not sound at sunrise. Everyone is given a chance to sleep in, and about two hours after sunrise the call for breakfast is given. You make your way to the dining hall, and a large but humble meal is place before you. Breads, cheese and sausages are laid upon the table, with plenty to eat.
Alemi and Domi are sitting at the long table, surrounded by students. When you enter, Alemi rises and greets you.
"We owe you a great debt. The Northern wall was the only that was not breached by the monsters. Your help on the East and West wall was also crucial. You are indeed great heroes. Please, sit with us and eat."
While you are eating, he makes small conversation, but deflects any questions from the students about who you are and where you are from. When you are finished eating, he simply asks:
"Where do you go from here? I will gladly give you any directions you need."
Kendry Wednesday February 1st, 2006 8:56:47 PM
"Our druids performed master work, my lords. They laid down a band of spiked growth that served as an invisible yet painful barrier to the goblins' approach. My Airin's eagle, Erwen, shed great light on the approach of the enemy. Peerimus and Shaylin were fearsome at the front, and Gilan provided both reconnaisance and unusual combat prowess. Was that you, Bralin, who fired a lighted arrow towards the group that appeared approaching the east side of the north wall?" he asks. "Or did you, Nezamil, fire it?"
"I did not see as much of what went on upon the ramparts, except at the end. Oh, Tishe's spells helped me greatly. And Podo, from what I hear, helped quite a bit on clearing the area of kobolds. And provided comfort to one who breathed his last."
Kendry sighs.
He then digs in to breakfast, though.
"To seek the source of the monsters, Lord Alemi," Kendry answers.
Tishe' and Snout Thursday February 2nd, 2006 4:16:17 AM
"Do we?" wonders Tishe'. "Don't we want to find out about the thing on the tapestry?"
She looks at Snout, distracted by the terrific breakfast and the light off his green scales. "We'll find answers wherever we go, sweetie", she tells the croc, while rubbing his eye ridge.
Snout grins and slaps his tail. He glances at Nezamil and Podo, the two nest members of his human who seem to be able to fight pretty good. Oh yeah, scratch that scale, that's it...
Kendry Thursday February 2nd, 2006 4:22:11 AM
"Yes, we do," Kendry answers Tishe'. "Both."
Peerimus and Shaylin Thursday February 2nd, 2006 9:45:34 AM
Peerimus is not necessarily sleeping after the sun rises into the courtyard, but he is in no hurry to get up. shifting to catch a little shade for his eyes, he and Shaylin doze in the cool morning air a while. The mid morning routine is basically the same, Peerimus moves about and stops to smell the flowers, grass and soil and then picks a sunny spot to clear his mind for spell preparations. Then it is onto break.
Peerimus hits the bread and sausages as if he had not eaten in days. Shaylin too, gets a good meal of the sausage. Peerimus speak if directly talked to, but for the most part he is busy eating and drinking. At Kendry's mention of himself and his brothers and daughter Tishe and Airin, he pauses to give a nod of appreciation for Kendry's words and hoists a glass. "To Father and Mother." the glass gets drained.
Level 0: Detect magic, Mending, Read Magic, Create water x2, Flare Level 1: Pass w/o a Trace, Longstrider, CLW, Shillelagh, Entangle x2 Level 2: Flame Blade x2, Barkskin x2, Bull Str x2 Level 3: CMW, Greater Magic Fang, Speak with plants, Meld into Stone Level 4: Greater Shillelagh, Air Walk Level 5: Greater Shillelagh, Animal Growth
Airin and Erwen Thursday February 2nd, 2006 11:09:41 AM
As Airin wakes up the next morning she feels quite refreshed. Not having been injured at all makes her really happy, knowing all her friends survived even more.
Instead of putting on her armor she takes out the beautifull green dress she once received from the druid Clover and she wore it for the first time in the Gold Dragon's Castle. Freshly bathed, dressed in the green dress and her increased charisma boost (thanks to the mirror encounter) should make quite an appearance of Airin now.
She leaves her weaponry in her room, not expeting any trouble here in the castle and goes down for breakfast and to meet her friends.
As she enters the dining room she walks straight up to Kendry and gives him a long hug and a kiss. Then she takes a seat next to him and listens while Alemi starts to talk.
No trace of Erwen so far. The predator bird most likely went out for a hunt at the early dawn. She'll turn up somewhere soon.
Bralin Thursday February 2nd, 2006 4:38:29 PM
Bralin rolls in for breakfast. Like Peerimus, he's never met a meal he didn't like. The dwarf dives right in, shoveling in biscuts and meat just as fast as he can grab them. Utensils merely slow down the process, so he doesn't use them.
"Nezamil," he replies to Kendry between mouthfuls.
Bralin leaves it to the others to determine where to go next.
DM Kelly Thursday February 2nd, 2006 6:13:04 PM
Alemi eats some biscuits and sausage, and washes it down with some hot herbal tea. Brushing the crumbs from off his mouth, he smiles and says:
"The source of the monsters you say? Well, the monster sanctuary is by Gargul's compound to the Southeast. I don't know if he sent them though, but it would not surprise me. Eberyon lives in Castle Fey to the Southwest. I never quite know what he is up to. His motives are difficult for me to understand. Maab also has a palace Southwest of here, on the way to Eberyon's place. She is the Fey Queen but seems to be at odds with Eberyon as of late."
He takes another bite and adds:
"Of course, I don't know your purpose here. Only you can decide where to go from here. If your purpose if finding who sent the monsters or where they came from, you need not worry. I have already sent scouts to find what they can. I will not sit here and await further attacks."
Gilan and Ciaran Thursday February 2nd, 2006 8:42:02 PM
Gilan is up earlier than most the next morning. He can be found at this early hour seated outside, facing the direction of the rising sun, with his eyes close and waiting. When the morning sun finally tops the walls and he can feel it full upon his face he falls into a low mournful song. He is soon joined by Ciaran with his own lamenting howl.
With his morning ritual over he falls back into the fort and finds the dining hall. He is fast to notice that most are already there ahead of him but he does not care as he takes a seat. As he scoops a large amount of sausage, some cheese and a hunk of bread onto a plate. He feeds himself and Ciaran as he listens to the conversation around them though he does not participate.
Spells 0th(6): detect magic, read magic, guidance(2), mending(2) 1st(6): entangle(2), longstrider(2), pass without trace, speak with animals 2nd(6): barkskin(3), bull's strength(3) 3rd(4): greater magic fang(3), meld into stone 4th(3): rusting grasp(2), spike stones 5th(2): baleful polymorph(2) *used
Tishe' and Snout Thursday February 2nd, 2006 9:44:33 PM
"You know", begins the plain-faced woman musingly, "perhaps Maab can weave us some more answers." She sits tailor fashion eating frugally of melon and chai, while Snout dines on fish a little ways off.
"She has affinity with us, and seems to have knowledge and grudge both against Ebyron. At the very least Mother to the Wold is another piece to the puzzle."
Podo Danderfluff Pipewood Friday February 3rd, 2006 8:30:20 AM
Staying humble and quiet, Podo nods when quesitons are asked perfering our "General" to enage in dialog with Alemi and Domi.
Podo will try to avoid enagaging in direct dialog as he feels the lost of the students a great loss.
Nezamil Friday February 3rd, 2006 4:48:36 PM
The dwarf wakes up and takes a early morning stroll onto the walls they just defended the night before, finding a nice quiet spot he kneels down and quietly meditates in the brisk cool morning air.
Afterwards he heads down for breakfast taking a seat with the students who bravely defended the eastern wall and listens to their chatter as he eats his eggs and sausage with a little fruit on the side .
Nezamil also peeks over at Domi and studies how he handles himself , trying to glean bits of wisdom from the prescense of Domi
Peerimus and Shaylin Saturday February 4th, 2006 1:38:23 PM
Peerimus agrees with Tishe and has not much else to add.
Kendry Saturday February 4th, 2006 5:22:12 PM
"Yes, Tishe'," Kendry agrees, giving a nod toward Peerimus as well. "It might be wise to seek the counsel of the Lady Maab."
He jots down a few notes.
Bralin Sunday February 5th, 2006 3:26:53 PM
Everyone else is still talking, so the dwarf has time to eat.
He takes advantage.
DM Kelly Sunday February 5th, 2006 10:35:41 PM
The short conversation with Alemi has led the group to a decision, to visit with Maab. Perhaps she will know what is going on.
Domi finishes a small breakfast, and stands:
"I have heard great things about your help in this battle. I only hope my students can develop skills such as you possess. The morning is getting late, if you will excuse me I must go check on the welfare of my students."
Domi then bows, and leaves.
Alemi adds:
"I too must get about my business. Thanks again for your help. You should be able to journey in safety. The monsters took a terrible loss, and will not dare show themselves for a long time. They prefer to have odds in numbers and in darkness. Travel safely, it is about an hour's journey to Queen Maab's."
Tishe' and Snout Monday February 6th, 2006 2:07:26 AM
"What a wonderful tapestry our threads and shuttles weave." states the brown-eyed mystic. "To speak with Alemi and Domi when they were (are?) but mortal, and now we go to see Queen Maab; the Mother of the Wold herself!"
Rising gracefully, she readies pack and Snout for a small journey. "Oshirr House." she says again in wonder and a touch of awe, turning around and around to capture every last memory of the place she can.
Then, with a gleam of adventure in her eye and a smile on her rather plain face, she moves towards the gates to the Wold. "C'mon, packmates! Let's get shuttlecocked!"
A grin on his huge head, Snout moves behind Nezamil and nudges the dwarf towards the gate, then hurries to catch up to is human.
Airin and Erwen Monday February 6th, 2006 3:41:38 AM
After breakfast and the final agreement on their next plan, Airin retreats to her room, puts on her armor and prepares for the next phaze of their adventure. A quick prayer to Mother Nature helps her to refresh her spell list.
Peerimus and Shaylin Monday February 6th, 2006 9:22:17 AM
Peerimus too seems to have a glint in his eye. the prospect of coming face to face with Maab and perhaps Ebyron sets his skin afire. With a pat and scratch to Shaylin's muzzle he is up and following quickly out the door behind Tishe.
Bralin Monday February 6th, 2006 4:53:23 PM
Bralin wordlessly trails his comrades out the gate.
Gilan and Ciaran Monday February 6th, 2006 7:21:32 PM
Gilan stuffs down another eight sausages as he feeds a like amount to Ciaran. He nods his head and then toes his pack. "I am ready to go...when do we leave?" When the rest of the group makes to leave he is right along with them...well maybe a little ahead of them. Really he is in a hurry to be outside and under the true roof...the sky.
Ciaran seems to be in better humors as well...being outside. He seems to be ready for a little trip, despite the amount of sausages and stuff that he ate.
Spells 0th(6): detect magic, read magic, guidance(2), mending(2) 1st(6): entangle(2), longstrider(2), pass without trace, speak with animals 2nd(6): barkskin(3), bull's strength(3) 3rd(4): greater magic fang(3), meld into stone 4th(3): rusting grasp(2), spike stones 5th(2): baleful polymorph(2) *used
DM Kelly Monday February 6th, 2006 11:18:33 PM
As you leave you see Domi and the students out in the yard, practising martial arts. Though the numbers are fewer, they carry on.
Traveling out through the gates, you are saluted by the guards. It is now late morning, and the air is warming. Few clouds are in the sky, and you walk into a mild breeze from the West.
The road to Maab's place is uneventful. After an hour of travel you see a small road turning South, just as the map showed. You turn, and can see a palace in the distance. Trees and flowers grow in abundance, and get thicker as you get closer to the palace. Movement can be seen in the thickness of the forest.
Spot check 25 Highlight to display spoiler: {You see many fey creatures in the forest. Unicorns and sprites seem to be playing at a game. Gnomes sit upon the branches of the trees watching the game.}
Spot check 30 Highlight to display spoiler: {The head of a platinum dragon is barely discernable in the trees near the palace.}
Kendry d20+6=21 Tuesday February 7th, 2006 3:40:13 AM
Kendry takes leave of Alemi and Domi and the Oshirr House in the company of his companions of these last few days, somewhat better appreciating their skills, talents, character qualities, and personalities. Brave in action, sharp in strategy and tactics, and willing to do what needs to be done.
He is so glad that his cousin Podo is here. He heard from one of the students how Podo had helped to clear the west wall of kobolds, and how he comforted the dying student.
And Airin - how he would hate to be separated from her for too long a time.
To meet Maab, face to face. Oh, he has heard often of her, down through the years. He has even received more than one dream from her. But, to meet her... what an awesome occasion that could be.
Working on composing fresh songs in his head, he fails to notice more than the beauty of the lush flora [spot: 21] as they draw near the Lady's dwelling.
Tishe' and Snout d20+8=13 Tuesday February 7th, 2006 5:57:08 AM
The pleasant day is marred by Tishe's memories of the terrible fight and the ambushes that were on the road the day before. She keeps a hand on her crossbow, and watches the forest. Though noticing movement, she has no idea what it is (Spot: 13)
Snout trots on beside.
Airin and Erwen d20+10=19 d20+16=28 Tuesday February 7th, 2006 5:58:43 AM
(Airin spot 19 / Erwen Spot 28)
Airin enjoyes the trip to Queen Maab. The expectance of meeting this powerfull lady renders Airin invisible to the obvious things in the forest. Erwen however, flying above the brave adventurers, seems to notice something!
The bird shrieks above Airin head making the halfling lady to look up to the sky. Erwen seems to circle above one specific place up ahead.
"Something is out there friends... I don't know what, but Erwen seems to be aroused about something. Keep your eyes open!"
Hopefully Airin's warning will help her friends look more closely (does this qualify for helping others to spot better?)
As Airin feels something is not right, she takes her crossbow of her shoulder preparing for whatever lies ahead.
Peerimus and Shaylin d20+13=23 d20+8=25 Tuesday February 7th, 2006 8:57:23 AM
Peerimus and Shaylin move along the road side by side. The warm breeze and sun lift the druid's heart and his step is light. In such company it would be a real challenge to not be in a good mood. Never before and likely never again will his road lay out before him with his brother and two daughters of Father.
The eagles cry echoes across the area and Shayin gives his thigh a bump with her head. The cat sees something but does not seem to care and so either shall he. "I do not think it is anything we need be concerned with daughter." Peerimus stride remains easy, his weapon at his side.
Podo Danderfluff Pipewood d20+3=13 d20+3=19 Tuesday February 7th, 2006 1:25:36 PM On the Road
Podo tries to see what's up ahead. ( 13,19) Not being sure, Podo continues along the path with everyone else.
Gilan and Ciaran d20+10=16 d20+6=7 Tuesday February 7th, 2006 2:07:09 PM
Gilan moves along with the rest of the group, enjoying the trip more now that they are outside. He does not notice anything out of the ordinary as they pull up on what would appear to be the home of Queen Maab. He slows his pace as goes now...a little bit of worry and excitement running through his mind. "I once met Elbyron and now I am to meet his wife." It is a mixture of awe and maybe a tinge of fear that enters his voice as he speaks more to himself.
Spells 0th(6): detect magic, read magic, guidance(2), mending(2) 1st(6): entangle(2), longstrider(2), pass without trace, speak with animals 2nd(6): barkskin(3), bull's strength(3) 3rd(4): greater magic fang(3), meld into stone 4th(3): rusting grasp(2), spike stones 5th(2): baleful polymorph(2) *used
Bralin d20+8=13 Tuesday February 7th, 2006 3:49:12 PM
[Spot 13]
Bralin trails the group in a rear guard position, his accustomed place.
Airin calls his warning, and Peerimus makes his reply.
The dwarf looks but sees nothing. However, he knows animals have keener senses, and remains alert.
DM Kelly Tuesday February 7th, 2006 6:20:50 PM
Shaylin and Erwen both see or sense something, but are not able to communicate it to the group. Weapons are grasped by some, but Peerimus tries to calm the group. You continue forward, where you can see the palace over the tops of the trees.
The grounds about the palace are beautiful. Hundreds of different plants, many hanging heavy with fruit and flower, fill the grounds. Birds, some plain but many colorful, seem to be busy gathering nectar and eating the fruits and seeds. Small animals also are in abundance, busy feeding.
As you walk down the trail, it seems that the vines are reaching out towards you, but shrink back to allow you to pass. Eventually, you reach the palace door. It is carved with ruins of nature, and seems very lifelike.
You pause by the door, and the forest becomes silent. Looking about, you see many eyes of the forest creatures looking at you with curiosity.
Kendry Wednesday February 8th, 2006 2:30:37 AM 'Hello, friends,' Kendry greets the curious eyes in sylvan. 'We're here to meet your mistress.'
"I wonder if it is permitted to pick the fruit, here," he says aloud. "Perhaps best to ask, first."
If there is a knocker or a bell, he uses it. If not, he just gives a three-tap rap with his knuckles on the palace door.
Tishe' and Snout Wednesday February 8th, 2006 3:54:22 AM
What a wondrous place! Tishe' has to twirl around in delight at the bounty that is displayed around Queen Maab's domain.
She sees the animals, but then again, isn't that only natural? She is much too preoccupied with worrying about knocking on a door.
"Oh look, a yellow butterfly!"
Snout rolls his eyes and grunts at Nezamil.
Airin and Erwen d20+10=25 d20+10=15 d20+3=15 Wednesday February 8th, 2006 4:05:53 AM
If Erwen seems to be more relaxed now, Airin calls her down. The eagle quickly descends to sit on her forearm.
"What was that all about you crazy girl?" Airin says to erwen (without a speak with animals spell so no reply is expected), "You had us all worried back there"
Once last time Airin glances back at the forest behind her, still having an uncanny feeling that something was or is wrong.
Then she looks at the Castle and at Kendry's remark she also noticed the eyes looking at all of them.
"Hello there!" Airin says in Druidic "We've come to see her Majesty Queen Maab"
Rolls: spot: 25 Listen: 15 Diplomacy: 15
Gilan and Ciaran Wednesday February 8th, 2006 1:20:49 PM
Gilan glances around at all the fae eyes upon them and gives what would pass as a smile. He cuts a neat little bow to all of them in a show of respect. He does glance to his brother who seems to be perfectly at ease, which settles out his own nerves.
Ciaran settles back on his butt to watch all that is going on, but seems to be unworried about it all. His tongue is lolling out of his mouth as he seems to be smiling.
Spells 0th(6): detect magic, read magic, guidance(2), mending(2) 1st(6): entangle(2), longstrider(2), pass without trace, speak with animals 2nd(6): barkskin(3), bull's strength(3) 3rd(4): greater magic fang(3), meld into stone 4th(3): rusting grasp(2), spike stones 5th(2): baleful polymorph(2) *used
Bralin Wednesday February 8th, 2006 1:28:41 PM
Bralin looks about, noting the highly developed nature sense all around the group. As many of his comrades are druids, the dwarven warrior follows their lead.
He's been around enough "living" woods to understand tis prudent to leave his axe fixed to his side.
Nezamil Wednesday February 8th, 2006 8:32:14 PM
The dwarf walks along the path with his fellow companions to meet Maab " who is this Maab ?" questions Nezamil
Nezamil chuckles at Tishe's exclamtion and Snout's grunt " heh" and gives the Croc a knowing look and shake of his head
DM Kelly Wednesday February 8th, 2006 11:23:28 PM
When Kendry speaks in sylvan, there is a stir in the forest. The stir turns to many small gasps when Airin mentions in druidic that they wish to see the Queen.
Stepping out from a large oak trunk near the door is the most beautiful creature you have ever seen. She is grace and beauty and stands just over 5 feet tall, with very feminine features. Draped over her is a sheer covering, which seems to be made of delicate webs. Her features show through.
She steps toward Kendry, and speaks in Sylvan: If you speak Sylvan Highlight to display spoiler: {You seek Mother? Why? She is in a foul mood. Stay with me instead, come play in the forest.}
She steps in towards Kendry, her fingers trail delicately through Kendry's hair. She is taller than Kendry, and her breasts press close against his face.
Kendry Thursday February 9th, 2006 2:05:04 AM
For those who speak Sylvan, Highlight to display spoiler: {"Though playing soundeth fun, in part we come because of Mother's sorrow,"} Kendry answers, looking up into the beautiful countenance with a measure of wonder. He takes Airin's hand, and draws her next to him. Highlight to display spoiler: {"The good lady Maab is vexed for what her husband doth. We hope to do what we might to aid her, if we can. Would that please thee, as well, fair one?"}
Tishe' and Snout Thursday February 9th, 2006 3:17:27 AM
The dryad-like creature steps from the oak tree, and Tishe' once again sees the unearthly beauty of the fey. And their, erm, natural inclinations. Suddenly red-faced, she looks around to see if this dryad has any, uh, friends around her.
DM Spoiler Highlight to display spoiler: {I'm playing the fact that Tishe' in another game was wooed by a satyr, and is very embarrassed about it :) }
Understanding Druidic, the mystic never learned Sylvan, and so doesn't know the conversation. However, it looks like Kendry has everything well in...hand?
Airin and erwen Thursday February 9th, 2006 3:42:01 AM
Airin's face turn red as the pretty good looking woman comes close to Kendry pressing her ... euhm ... assets into his face. Yet this time, Airin's red colour is not from shame but from ... could it be? ... she jealous!
But when Kendry pulls her close she's somewhat reassured. Still the treacherous beauty of this fey lady worries her. Yet, Airin holds her tongue and waits.
Peerimus and Shaylin d20+17=36 d20+17=20 Thursday February 9th, 2006 9:15:22 AM
Nature's bounty has always put a smile on Peerimus' face. Walking up the path to Mother's abode he takes the time to smell the flowers and soak in the scenery. As before, he lets the others speak first. With the appearance of the fey, Peerimus dips his head in a small bow. The druid is well versed in Sylvan and follows the conversation.
Know Nature 36 A Nymph, far more dangerous to him than last nights battle. Peerimus takes two quick strides with a smile upon his face and moves in close to the Fey. He speaks in Sylvan and with a slight bow, Highlight to display spoiler: {"To play in the woods with you? A merrier day I could not imagine."} Peerimus extends a hand to her with light dancing in his eyes and a soft purr in his throat. [Defend command to Shaylin for himself]
Podo Danderfluff Pipewood Thursday February 9th, 2006 2:30:49 PM
Podo blushes at Kendry's situation. "Ah, come on Cuz, that's no way to act!" giggles Podo.
Gilan and Ciaran Thursday February 9th, 2006 3:09:54 PM
Gilan looks to the dryad that just appeared and is teasing, well maybe not, poor Kendry. He has a feeling that Kendry maybe on the losing end of this if she decides to use her true charms. With Peerimus moving forward to take care of it he shakes his head and grins.
Moving over to stand by Kendry he lays a hand upon the little man's shoulder. *in sylvan*"This little brother is spoken for...but my brother there is available for you to "play" with." He indicates Peerimus with his other hand. He keeps up his own defenses as he watches her closely not at all worried for his own safety at this time.
Glancing to Tishe' he gives her a slight smile as he lets his hand slip off Kendry's shoulder. He brings both hands up to his head and using his fingers makes what appear to be little horns poking up. *in druid*"Want me to see if one is about?" The look upon his face is deadly serious but the sparkle in his eyes tells that he would not do it...her discomfort in that area is not to his liking...she is part of the Pack after all.
Spells 0th(6): detect magic, read magic, guidance(2), mending(2) 1st(6): entangle(2), longstrider(2), pass without trace, speak with animals 2nd(6): barkskin(3), bull's strength(3) 3rd(4): greater magic fang(3), meld into stone 4th(3): rusting grasp(2), spike stones 5th(2): baleful polymorph(2) *used
DM Kelly Thursday February 9th, 2006 6:46:28 PM
Kendry gently tries to dissuade the Nymph from heaping her affections upon him, explaining the purpose of the visit. He draws Airin close. Peerimus turns on the charm, and offers himself as friendly romp in the woods.
Unused to people, and even more so to rejection, she steps back from Kendry. A pout comes to her lips, and her beauty seems to magnify.
In Sylvan Highlight to display spoiler: {"You will not have me? You choose this thing instead?"}
She glances at Airin with a look of disapproval.
Results of Nymphs actions Everyone except Airin needs to make a DC 17 Fortitude save (Charisma based DC) or be blinded (literally) by her beauty. Airin needs to make the same check, except the result is that she is stunned by the Nymph's glance.
Kendry d20+5=24 Thursday February 9th, 2006 9:23:22 PM
[Made fort save! 24]
Sylvan speakers, Highlight to display spoiler: {'This hobbit lass is my love, and no mere thing, beautiful nympth,'} Kendry answers her curtly at this unwarranted insult. Highlight to display spoiler: {'She hath beauty and to spare, though thine own eyes be too dim to see it. Now, forgive me, but I must see the Mother.'} Kendry turns and raps again on the door.
Podo Danderfluff Pipewood d20+1=13 Friday February 10th, 2006 2:03:18 AM
Podo is struck...and the world goes dark.
Airin and Erwen d20+8=21 d20+4=17 Friday February 10th, 2006 4:08:13 AM
(ooc: is "Resist Nature's Lure" applicable in this situation? I'll roll without and add both numbers)
(Fort Save: 21 - 25 with resist nature Lure)
Airin senses the cruelty of such beautiful creature and understands not a word of what she and Kendry are talking about. She's worried about Kendry and hopes she can help him resist to this creature...
"You listen to my words instead love..." Airin whispers into Kendry's ears in simple hobbits, "don't let this treacherous creature affect you. I may not be of equal beauty, but at least I am real and so is my love for you. Please stay with me..."
Then she turns to face the Nymph and moves her little hand to her Sword and with a voice filled with anger she says to her: "you go back where you came from and leave him alone. I will not let you put a spell on him... stop now or..."
Rolls: fort save: 21 intimidate: 17
Bralin d20+14=24 Friday February 10th, 2006 9:23:07 AM
[Fort 24]
Bralin's eyes scan over forest creatures and forest alike. His nature bound comrades are most intersted in the girl from the tree, but as they are all speaking in a tongue he doesn't understand, he gradually loses interest in the conversation. The dwarf examines the girl. She is very attractive. For a non-dwarf.
Mayhap if she had a beard.....
Bralin mentally shrugs and continues to scan about for possible dangers. The nymph/dryad/whatever appears under control.
Kendry (2nd post) d20+6=22 Friday February 10th, 2006 10:09:31 AM
In the halfling tongue, Kendry says to Airin, 'Not to worry, love. You yourself hold me under your spell, Airin, and I'm not available for others. I told the nymph her eyes are dim indeed if your beauty she cannot see. I think there's no need for swords, though, dear. Let us not shed blood at Maab's doorstep. Who knows? Perhaps this Nymph is the Lady herself, come to test our hearts.' He gives her hand a squeeze, and knocks again, importunately.
[Spot 22 for general purposes - does he notice Podo's blindness?]
Tishe' and Snout d20+4=17 d20+4=9 Friday February 10th, 2006 11:00:51 AM
Tishe' can't help but notice the blinding beauty of the nude woman before them. "Would put my sisters to shame." The sight of the fey tugs at her eyesight, but Tishe' looks away. (Fort: Cha: 17, 21 with Nature's Lure)
And gets even more red faced on seeing Gilan's motion of two fingers sticking up like horns on his head. She is all so embarrassed and pleased, and frightened that someone else remembers what Tishe' has gone through with fey creatures! She is only able to stand, red-faced, unable to say anything.
Snout is a reptile, completely different from a human form, but the magic is such from the nymph that he is struck blind with her beauty.
Gilan and Ciaran d20+8=18 d20+10=27 Friday February 10th, 2006 3:36:20 PM
Gilan watches the dryad as she turns on the real charm. He finds that he is unaffected by her charms, much like he expected, and a low growl starts in his throat. *in sylvan* "Would you really like to play my lady?" He once again smiles showing off his pointed canines as he eyes her up and down.
Ciaran drops to the ground and lays there. He is getting bored of all this and is no bothered in the least by the charms of this...well female.
[Gilan - Fort 18(22 with nature's allure) : Ciaran - Fort 27]
Spells 0th(6): detect magic, read magic, guidance(2), mending(2) 1st(6): entangle(2), longstrider(2), pass without trace, speak with animals 2nd(6): barkskin(3), bull's strength(3) 3rd(4): greater magic fang(3), meld into stone 4th(3): rusting grasp(2), spike stones 5th(2): baleful polymorph(2) *used
Nezamil d20+9=20 Friday February 10th, 2006 5:06:11 PM
The dwarf blinks at the sight of of the beautiful dryad. "She's cute" adds Nezamil with a smile then looks about his surroundings to check on his companions
fort save d20+9=20
DM Kelly d20+8=24 Sunday February 12th, 2006 10:25:04 PM
The beauty of the nymph is without equal, and all look upon her with wonder. Yet though her beauty is great, none are affected save Podo. Never before has he seen such beauty, and his eyes stop working. No point in sight, as all will disappoint in the future.
Perhaps it was the comments about Airin, but the nymph's beauty dims somewhat in the eyes of Kendry. He knocks upon the door, calling yet again for 'Mother'. He states to both the nymph and Airin that the nymph does not hold sole title to beauty.
Gilan offers to play, as did Peerimus (rolled his save). The nymph looks the group over, and is shocked that all eyes are able to meet hers, save one.
In common, she says:
"Where are you from, that you are not blinded by my beauty? Surely you have looked upon others who are even more beautiful than I."
A look of sadness comes to her face, like she has just discovered that her beauty may not be as she thought.
"Why do you seek Mother?"
She does not make eye contact with Airin, afraid that she may find beauty in a small and simple girl.
OOC: All notice Podo's blindness, as the nymph's look confirms he cannot see.
Tishe' and Snout Sunday February 12th, 2006 10:35:55 PM
Almost too embarrassed to endure, Tishe' sits down and tries to breathe normally, putting her head between her knees. A twelve foot length of crocodile wraps around her and provides support, its large triangular head resting by her knees where the human absently scratches an eye ridge.
Obviously, she's not paying too much attention to the non-threatening situation. :)
Kendry Monday February 13th, 2006 3:02:02 AM
"I' truth, lady of the water, pulchritude of your sort is rare." Kendry looks over at Podo. "There's an old saying: 'Beauty is as beauty does.'" He returns his attention to the nymph. "If you use your beauty to harm those who mean you no harm, then some might deem that a wicked thing, something that shows a darkness of soul. And if not wicked, then at least, capricious, and showing no discretion. We, though men and women who know war, have come to this place with peaceful intent.
"If you would have beauty that goes deeper than skin and bone, then I would counsel that you seek beauty of soul, and beauty of the spirit. Seek peace and pursue it. Learn what kindness means. Understand that though love can wait until the right time to give, lust can never wait to get. Learn patience and forebearance, and search for wisdom and knowledge. And find out what justice and equity mean."
Then, placing his hand on Podo's shoulder, he says, "And, if you harm one who meant you no harm, see if there is something you might do to make things right. Beauty of character shows forth in deeds."
Though Kendry could try to answer her question about why they seek 'Mother,' he already has told her something about this, and so will leave it to others in the group to choose what, if anything, they will share with her in this regard.
And, he is pleased that Airin possesses a fair measure of this beauty of character that he speaks of. Come to think of it, she's pretty nice to look at on the outside, too...
He realizes of a sudden that he is aroused just thinking of her, and tells himself that he'd better heed his own advice about love vs lust. He blushes, and decides to sublimate the surge in energy by focusing on the needs of his friend and cousin, Podo, and trying to think how he might help him.
Airin and Erwen Monday February 13th, 2006 8:40:35 AM
Airin is relieved when she hears Kendry's words and removes her hand from the hilt of her sword. Instead now she waits for the doors to open.
She does look straight at the Nymph daring her to challenge Airin again.
Peerimus and Shaylin Monday February 13th, 2006 8:56:05 AM
Peerimus drinks in the Nymph's beauty, though he knows it is terribly dangerous to do so. His pleasant thoughts are quickly dismissed as Kendry continues to add insult to injury and the druid's eyes darken. Shaylin can feel the change instantly and the hair across her neck bristles as a throaty growl rolls in her throat.
Peerimus turns looking down towards Kendry. "I will not stand by while you insult angels and prattle on about mortal views and moralities to one of Mother's true children. You fall about yourself to drink in every word and movement committed by Alemi, Domi and all they touched and knew. You WILL treat Mother and Father and Their children with equal respect and homage."
At this point he looks over at Podo, "You say beauty was used to casue harm, I say such beauty should not be forever restrained and hidden, but shared. It is our frailty and weakness as mortals which create the harm, not the beauty and not the creature blessed by it."
Peerimus looks back again to the nymph a more calm look upon his face. His eyes begin to light again as he speaks, "We are from a distant land and believe that we can help Mother's deeply troubled and foul state. I am Peerimus, blessed son and I can tell you with all honesty that I have never before nor likely will again have seen such perfection as you have shown to me. I thank you for your generous gift." Peerimus ends with a deep bow.
Level 0: Detect magic, Mending, Read Magic, Create water x2, Flare Level 1: Pass w/o a Trace, Longstrider, CLW, Shillelagh, Entangle x2 Level 2: Flame Blade x2, Barkskin x2, Bull Str x2 Level 3: CMW, Greater Magic Fang, Speak with plants, Meld into Stone Level 4: Greater Shillelagh, Air Walk Level 5: Greater Shillelagh, Animal Growth
Podo Danderfluff Monday February 13th, 2006 9:19:39 AM
"Ah, Kendry? Thanks for your graceful touch and support. I believe someone has turned the lights out!" says Podo to Kendry.
Podo wonders to himself...I wonder how this momentary loss of sight will affect me?
Bralin d20+7=23 Monday February 13th, 2006 10:15:00 AM
Peerimus is upset, but for the life of him Bralin can't determine the cause. A possible rift between his companions has the dwarf nervous, all the moreso because he doesn't know which side to take.
Podo's blindness is a tangible problem, and Bralin concentrates on it.
[Knowledge Religion check - 23] "Tis a divine spell which will remove your blindness," he states to the halfling. "Yet I have not the ability. Mayhap Nezamil?"
Kendry Monday February 13th, 2006 10:28:53 AM
Kendry looks up at Peerimus and listens to his rebuke. "I am willing, Peerimus, to give honor to whom honor is due, and respect to whom respect is due. Angel? An angel is a messenger. When faced with an angel, one ought determine whom the angel serves, and whether the message given matches the character and purposes of the putative sender.
"So, one should not seek wisdom or betterment? And we are not all children, and can we not speak with our siblings? And is instruction on what is right and good, as opposed to what is inappropriate, to be kept from others?
"I have no want of respect toward Maab. She is worthy, indeed, from all I have gathered. And I would have us do what we can to her benefit, Peerimus."
DM Kelly Tuesday February 14th, 2006 12:18:42 AM
An argument breaks out between Kendry and Peerimus, and the beautiful nymph looks back and forth between them. The short one considers her beauty only skin deep, and her actions wicked or thoughtless. The wild one knows though. She cannot help being what she is. Only by sheer will can she hold back her beauty. Is it her fault that some cannot abide her? Maab made her such.
Yes, the wild one knows.
She smiles at Peerimus, and says in a gentle voice:
"You are wise, and know Mother's creations well. I am pleased to meet you Peerimus. I am sorry that the short ones do not see as you. Clearly I have done nothing, save given some kind words to this one. I now see that he is blinded by love and allegiance to those who would be gods. Alemi and Domi seem to be building up followers and power, I fear they have great ambitions. Do they not see that Mother has created all?"
She gestures around, and many creatures come from the trees to look at the strange visitors who argue among themselves. Dryads, gnomes, sprites and all types of forest animals watch.
"You say you can help Mother's foul mood? Would you like to meet her?"
Tishe' and Snout Tuesday February 14th, 2006 2:03:16 AM
As nothing else does, the nymph's words penetrate Tishe's embarrassed reverie. That and the fact that there seems to be less, well, sexual tension filling the air, allows the mystic to get back on more familiar ground.
"Meet the Mother?" she asks with brown eyes alight, "The true embodiment of all nature?"
Snout remains curled about her.
Gilan and Ciaran Tuesday February 14th, 2006 3:24:30 AM
Gilan just shakes his head at the play between Peerimus and Kendry. "My brother is right little one... I once met a dryad near her tree with my pack... she had the same problem that the young nymph has here." He looks to the nymph and gives her an incline of his head and a smile. "For her to hold back a gift given to her by Mother Wold is unconceivable... it takes great restraint, much as I feel when the urges of my more primal form take me." He looks around to the woods with a longing that sets him to shivering. "Even now I feel the need to take to the woods... to shed my human form and live out my time as one animal or another."
He reaches out to take the nymph's hand and he brings it up slowly to kiss it. "Please do not hide your beauty that Mother Wold gave you." He looks to the others with a genuine smile. "My friends can talk to the Lady... would you show me around?" He figures that anything he misses will get back to him and he would do much to aleve the nymph's feelings. "What of your water... is it cool and clear?" His eyes sparkle as he asks a few more questions of the area around the house.
Ciaran seems to roll his eyes as he lays down upon the ground. He makes no move to do anything else as he cannot understand human ways.
Spells 0th(6): detect magic, read magic, guidance(2), mending(2) 1st(6): entangle(2), longstrider(2), pass without trace, speak with animals 2nd(6): barkskin(3), bull's strength(3) 3rd(4): greater magic fang(3), meld into stone 4th(3): rusting grasp(2), spike stones 5th(2): baleful polymorph(2) *used
Airin and Erwen Tuesday February 14th, 2006 8:57:08 AM
Airin listens to Peerimus and Gilan and has to admit that there is at least some truth in their words.
Airin's puzzled and thoughts race through her mind: "Maybe I should have given her the benefit of the doubt, after all she can't help it that Mother Nature made her this way... but she made Goblins and Kobolds as well didn't she?"
Not able to respond to any arguments Airin waits and can only nod slightly when the Nymph asks if they want to meet Mother. Airin's not immune to this considering she "Half a rogue half a druid".
Podo Danderfluff Pipewood Tuesday February 14th, 2006 9:03:46 AM
"Say, Cuz, could you help me mannuvre around when you guys go to meet Maab?" whsipers Podo to Kendry?"
Bralin Tuesday February 14th, 2006 11:52:50 AM
The dwarf waits for an answer from Nezamil.
Nezamil Tuesday February 14th, 2006 2:54:33 PM
Nezamil nods to Bralin " ah yes i have the ability but alas not today , i will have to mediate in the morning for that particular remedy " replies Nezamil to the black armored dwarf
" what fun things could we make Podo do in the meantime ?" laughs Nezamil to Bralin
At the mention of Domi's name by the wild one the dwarf chimes in " yes a meeting would indeed be useful "
Peerimus and Shaylin Tuesday February 14th, 2006 4:24:47 PM
Peerimus's hear tinges slightly as Podo asks to be lead about due to his loss of sight. Unfortunately he could not fix it then and there, like the cleric he had to wait until morning. Turning his head slightly towards Podo he offers, "I too have to wait until morning, but will do so." Peerimus does not respond to the comments on Alemi and Domi, such things might simply create more questions and discussion on the topic. The druid wanted neither.
Instead he says, "I have been blessed in many ways." his head turns to look and offes a smile to the animals and other creatures looking upon the meeting. "To meet with Mother would be the second grandest thing I can think of doing."
Level 0: Detect magic, Mending, Read Magic, Create water x2, Flare Level 1: Pass w/o a Trace, Longstrider, CLW, Shillelagh, Entangle x2 Level 2: Flame Blade x2, Barkskin x2, Bull Str x2 Level 3: CMW, Greater Magic Fang, Speak with plants, Meld into Stone Level 4: Greater Shillelagh, Air Walk Level 5: Greater Shillelagh, Animal Growth
DM Kelly Tuesday February 14th, 2006 9:30:34 PM
OOC: Valentine delay, waiting for Kim. Nice to know at least somebody is too busy to post.
Kendry Wednesday February 15th, 2006 10:23:30 AM
So as to soften the tenor of the conversation, Kendry again turns his attention to the nymph. "Lady, we should introduce ourselves. I am Kendry. This is my lady love, Airin. It's just that... where I come from, marriage and fidelity are honored, and the joys of intimacy reserved for one's life partner. Children then have both father and mother them to raise, and train, and love and nurture.
"You are beautiful, indeed. And, though you spoke ill of my love moments ago - and I answered your words, I would that there be peace between us. Pray, tell us your name. And, yes, we would see Mother, if we might."
DM Kelly Wednesday February 15th, 2006 11:21:20 AM
Tension subsides as the talk of meeting 'Mother' comes up. The nymph drinks in the compliments that come to her.
"Oh, my grove and spring are without equal."
She looks between Peerimus and Gilan.
"You would find it lovely indeed. Let us play, Mother is busy anyway."
Then a murmur comes from the dryads and sprites, and the nymph says:
"Forgive me, I get distracted easily. My name is Arethusa, I am among the first of Mother's children. They sense what I have forgotten, that your visit here is of importance. They will seek her, and let her know you are here."
The dryads, sprites and gnomes suddenly disappear into the forest garden, calling out softly as they go.
Arethusa touches the door, and upon her touch the wood changes and grows. Soon a handle appears on the door. With a turn, she opens the door.
"Please, come in, we will wait."
You enter a large room where the pillars that support the roof look like living trees. The carpet is soft moss, and a natural spring creates a small waterfall and stream that flows through the room. Seats are made of carved wood. One seat sets apart from the others near the waterfall. It is carved depictions of every creature you have ever seen or heard of. Staring at the chair, the figures seem to shape and shift, although it is very difficult to concentrate upon one part of the chair.
"Mother should be along soon. You may drink of the spring if you are thirsty."
Kendry Wednesday February 15th, 2006 3:31:55 PM
Kendry guides Podo along the way. In a quiet voice he describes what he sees, trying to capture some of the wonder of it all. "Thank you, Arethusa," he says when she invites the party to drink from the spring. Kendry does so, scooping up the water in his hand and bringing it to his lips, and into his mouth.
Tishe' and Snout Thursday February 16th, 2006 1:00:17 AM
Entering the House of Maab, Tishe' walks in like she moved through the grand temple of Alemi. Her eyes are never still, taking in everything and she becomes enraptured by the chair, watching the figures change and dance in front of her eyes.
"Oh, theres a unicorn, and a badger... an eagle, no wait vulture. How cute, its a hyena!"
Snout needs no second invitation. Here in front of the reptile is the first body of water he has seen since his human found her friends in that city! Without breaking stride, he walks up and immerses himself in as much as he can, eyes closing in ecstasy.
Peerimus and Shaylin Thursday February 16th, 2006 8:57:04 AM
Peerimus smiles again as the door opens and he moves inside immediately and even though a 12' crocodile lies in the water, he lies on his stomach and dips his hand in to take a drink. Shaylin sits like a coiled spring not remotely calm about what he is doing.
Rolling onot his back, Peerimus then sits, "Arethusa. You said you were among Mother's first children. Could you tell me more of her and possibly Father?"
Nezamil Thursday February 16th, 2006 10:43:39 AM
Nezamil walks thru the door and looks about taking in all the wonders of the room " nice " he mumbles as he takes a seat upon one of the wooden seats and waits patiently for mother Maab to appear
Spotting Snout giving a toothful grin as he soaks in the fresh water a big grin appears on his face " somebody has found a comfortable spot "
Podo Danderfluff Pipewood Thursday February 16th, 2006 10:44:37 AM
Weaving his head and neck to and fro, Podo hums a tune...My Cherie Amour...
"Eh, Cuz, where we are now?" wonders Podo aloud.
Airin and erwen Thursday February 16th, 2006 11:15:26 AM
Airin gazes at the door as the Nymph uses her magic. Once inside she welcomes the Nymph's invitation and takes a drink in the pool. Erwen hops down from Airin's shoulder and drinks too.
Then Airin turns around, waiting to see what will happen next. Preparing for the one called 'Mother'
DM Kelly Thursday February 16th, 2006 6:45:55 PM
Upon the invitation of Arethusa the group settles into the room. As soon as you enter Snout waddles over and slips into the pool of water. Arethusa raises an eyebrow, but does not say anything. Instead, she walks over to the waterfall and cups her hands, letting them fill with water. She brings her cupped hands to her mouth, drinking in the water.
Those who drink of the water find it very cool and refreshing, somehow it tastes unspoiled. Never before had you thought that water tasted spoiled, but from now on you will never be satisfied with any other water you taste.
Peerimus asks Arethusa of Mother and Father. She finishes her drink, and says:
"There is so much to say, yet looking upon the throne says it all. Creatures of all kinds call her Mother and Eberyon father. Without them, we do not exist. Yet of late, he has other mates and Mother is angry with him."
As Arethusa speaks, the waterfall begins to glisten and sparkle, like countless diamonds and silver. Arethusa glances, and says:
"She comes."
Queen Maab steps through the waterfall, droplets of water hang from her as though she is encrusted with diamonds. The jewels fall to the floor, and yet her gown remains embedded with silver and diamonds. Droplets sparkle from her skin, almost looking to be part of her. She looks both young and ageless.
She steps into the room and moves gracefully to the throne. Sitting upon it, the creatures carved are even more animated, moving about the chair in an endless game of life.
She looks at Arethusa and says in a song-like voice:
"I am told we have important guests, who have you brought into my home?"
Gilan and Ciaran Friday February 17th, 2006 12:05:16 AM
Gilan enters the building but does not partake of the water there. He has a feeling that water would lose it's taste to him unless it was this water and he cannot chance that.
As Maab enters he drops to one knee and bows his head. "An honor to at last meet Mother Wold." He does not raise his head until he is bidden to as he has the deepest respect for this woman.
Ciaran lets his tongue loll out as he watches the woman enter. His tail is soon wagging and he seems to be meeting someone that he remembers from before his real birth.
Spells 0th(6): detect magic, read magic, guidance(2), mending(2) 1st(6): entangle(2), longstrider(2), pass without trace, speak with animals 2nd(6): barkskin(3), bull's strength(3) 3rd(4): greater magic fang(3), meld into stone 4th(3): rusting grasp(2), spike stones 5th(2): baleful polymorph(2) *used
Kendry Friday February 17th, 2006 1:34:20 AM
"Podo, I already described the throne to you, and the waterfall, and the water" [subsumed in prior post]. Kendry fills his water flasks with this water of waters after he takes his first drink.
He listens to Arethusa's explanation of the domestic life of these two creators. It's not a good domesticity. And, as she explains the pain that Eberyon's infidelity brings - his 'other mates' - Kendry wonders that she, the nymph, does not understand his own reluctance to cause the sort of pain in the one whom he loves that 'Father' causes in 'Mother.' He does not think of Eberyon as his father. As creator? Well, yes, in a sense. But, still, is he The Creator, or a subcreator? Who is behind this all? It doesn't make sense to Kendry. Besides, Eberyon is his cousin. Or, will be.
And then comes Maab through the waterfall, as the halfling tops off his second water bag, then moves and sits herself the throne.
He rises, holds out one hand for Airin, takes Podo's arm in his other, and whispers, "Lady Maab now sits on the throne of life I told you of." Kendry's body tells Podo what to do, as he moves forward and kneels before this Queen of the Fae. He does so in a way that allows both Airin and Podo to choose whether they bow or not with him before the throne.
Airin and Erwen Friday February 17th, 2006 4:56:10 AM
"Kendry shouldn't you ask mother if you are allowed to take her water with you?" Airin says as she feels this water is very precious.
When Airin is taken by the hand and Kendry bows Airin follows suit and kneels in front of Mother Nature.
"Airin Moondancer Turnbell, humble halfling from the Crescent Valley." she says softly to Mother as she introduces herself.
Tishe' and Snout Friday February 17th, 2006 6:13:41 AM
The arrival of Maab breaks the girl's reverie of the throne. Taking several steps back, she uses all the charm school ettiquete her mother tried to hammer between her ears to execute the best possible curtsie.
"Mother", she says, and becomes unaccountably tongue-tied.
Snout becomes animated when Maab enters, and though he doesn't leave his pool, he slithers to the closest side to where the Mother is and is attentive to whatever she says.
Podo Danderfluff Pipewood Friday February 17th, 2006 11:03:33 AM
Podo bows with Kendry before the throne. When finished he'll allow Kendry to guide him to a good spot.
Whispering to Kendry, Podo asks, "Er, Cuz, is there something to drink? "
Peerimus and Shaylin Friday February 17th, 2006 4:46:28 PM
With Shaylin taking a small quick step to his side Peerimus plops right down an the grass and crosses his legs as Mother enters and sits. he says nothing, after all, she's not talking to him but the nymph. The druid will wait to be introduced keeping his head bowed.
Kendry Saturday February 18th, 2006 12:59:55 AM
Kendry shrugged his shoulders as if to say, "Why didn't I think of that?" when Airin cautions him on having filled his bags with the offered water. When Podo asks for water, he passes one of his freshly-filled water bags to him.
DM Kelly Sunday February 19th, 2006 12:37:36 AM
Arethusa looks down as the Queen speaks to her, and those who look towards her see that her beauty is somewhat diminished in the presence of Maab.
"I do not know them, save it is told they helped Alemi and Domi survive an attack of the monsters. They have come her, and speak many of the words that are known to only a few. That they are strangely dressed you can see. They seek an audience with you."
Queen Maab looks carefully at the group, who are before her with heads bowed. In a calm yet powerful voice she says:
"Arise, you need not bow before me. Please, tell me who you are and from whence you came. Most importantly, why have you come here seeking me."
She nods towards Airin as she introduces herself, and then awaits the answers to her questions.
Kendry passes a flask to Podo, who drinks deeply from the new water. Feeling almost as if electricity was flowing through him, he looks towards the Queen and is amazed at her beauty. Though it takes but a moment, he realizes he can now see.
Tishe' and Snout Sunday February 19th, 2006 4:21:03 AM
Tishe' feels that Maab knows nearly everything anyways, and can easily understand time travel and the current troubles. And so she plunges ahead.
"Mother," the brown-haired mystic begins, "much of our knowledge comes from learning about you and your creations. We are from a time far in the future and are having difficulties with Ebyron. A scrap of tapestry has led us on a quest to understand what has happened in our past and how knowing may help the Wold in our present, this time's future."
Snout, cool and pleasant in the water, watches Maab attentively.
Airin and Fioni Monday February 20th, 2006 8:42:37 AM
Airin waits till the rest of the group has introduced themselves and listens to the others.
Meanwhile she observes her surroundings and marvels the beauty of this place.
Podo Danderfluff Pipewood Monday February 20th, 2006 12:01:34 PM
Bowing towards Queen Maab, Podo humbles himself to the great queen. "Thank you for restoring my sight." says Podo to the queen while still bowing.
Kendry Monday February 20th, 2006 12:11:34 PM
After Alemi's strong cautions regarding letting others know that they are from another time, Kendry has mixed emotions regarding Tishe's direct communications. On the other hand, it is efficient, he supposes. And, better yet, it's the truth.
"Lady Maab, we are honored to meet with you. My name is Kendry Leafwin Pipewood, and it is as Tishe' has told you.
"I have many questions," he says, "but would not burden you overmuch with my own curiosity. I shall go to the one that I believe concerns us the most. Know you of an orb that your husband made, which may have the power to transfer and infuse souls? And, if you know of it, do you also know how it does its work?" He thinks to mention Gargulus, but decides to see, first, whether she brings up his name.
Nezamil Monday February 20th, 2006 1:39:51 PM
With a bow to Queen Maab " i'm Nezamil of the Brotherhood of Domi "
" It is as Tishe and Kendry have spoken we seek answers from the past to help solve some issues in our time "
"we only have bits and pieces of infomation which at this point isn't enough to fairly make a choice to guide us in seeking answers in how to resolve the diffrences of our time " adds the dwarf
Bralin Monday February 20th, 2006 3:41:54 PM
Bralin respectfully inclines his head toward the queen.
"I am Bralin Stoneminder," he says.
Gilan and Ciaran Monday February 20th, 2006 5:06:00 PM
Gilan slowly stands and gives Queen Maab another bow of respect. "My name is Gilan DeKasparl EnVosh...one of your children my Queen." He lets the others do the talking as he takes in the room they stand in for the first time.
Spells 0th(6): detect magic, read magic, guidance(2), mending(2) 1st(6): entangle(2), longstrider(2), pass without trace, speak with animals 2nd(6): barkskin(3), bull's strength(3) 3rd(4): greater magic fang(3), meld into stone 4th(3): rusting grasp(2), spike stones 5th(2): baleful polymorph(2) *used
DM Kelly Monday February 20th, 2006 10:13:16 PM
Podo thanks the Queen for restoring his sight. She looks at him with a kind look, but shakes her head.
"I have not restored anything to you. You have drunk of the first water, which restores that which has been lost. You are young, but stay here and drink of the water and you will never grow old."
Queen Maab looks intently as Tishe' describes where and when they came from.
"So it is as I have heard, you are from the future. How far into the future is your time?"
Kendry mentions an orb, and she looks directly at him, with somewhat of a shocked look.
"So, you know of the Feystone. Gargul possesses it, and it is he who created it."
Nezamil introduces himself, mentioning the Brotherhood of Domi. "So, it is as I have thought. Domi seeks to gain status, and is remembered well in the future. How do you regard him? Do you also know of Alemi in the future? Perhaps they have taken my place, and Eberyon and I are lost to the ages. Is it not alway so? Those who create are forgotten, while those who gather are remembered."
She acknowledges all greetings, and then says:
"Why come to me? What do you expect to find out?"
Kendry Leafwin Pipewood Tuesday February 21st, 2006 3:41:33 AM "The First Water?" Kendry quietly repeats.
"Nay, neither you nor Eberyon are forgotten, Lady Maab," Kendry answers her. "Does not the honor we show you assure you that your name, and your presence, do continue?"
"Uh, Lady, was it Gargul who made it - the Feystone, or your husband who did so? I was under the impression it was the latter, who gave it unto Gargul." Maab's wording and pronoun choice were such that the bard is unsure which person it was that she said made the fey stone. The tapestry would indicate it was Eberyon who made it.
He does not add that her words confirming that Gargul now possesses the stone answers one of their questions. "Do you know how he now uses the stone?"
He also wonders to himself how Maab learned that the group has come from the future, before Tishe' revealed that to her. What sort of communications does she have? Would Gargul and Eberyon also have heard likewise? And just what sort of games might they be getting themselves into?
As to how far in the future their time is compared to her and her contemporaries, Kendry himself is unsure, as he has heard differing timelines from differing sources - not to mention the moments of re-creation in intervening years. But he thinks it may be in the order of millennia.
Airin and Erwen Tuesday February 21st, 2006 9:14:09 AM
Airin lets other do the talking and continues to marvel this place. Being at the very essence of her Druidic nature is intoxicating!
Tishe' and Snout Tuesday February 21st, 2006 1:00:56 PM
The brown tressed girl looks a little puzzled, thinking back on all her history lessons. "Truely, Mother," she begins, "I do not know how far away in time we come from. Several ages have past, for sure."
Tishe' doesn't wonder how Maab knows of rumors of their coming, but she gives Kendry a look of understanding. What one Power knows, so too will the others be able to know. Certainly, the group can't assume thier presense is a secret.
"You are honored and revered, though not alone in the Wold, Mother. I seek knowledge through arcane studies and your secrets that you have left us to find, and then blend them together for new wonders."
Snout just smiles fondly at his human and returns his admiration towards the Queen of Nature.
Gilan and Ciaran Tuesday February 21st, 2006 4:02:12 PM
Gilan shakes his head as if he had been slapped in the face by Grymash. "As my sister and fellow packmate says, My Queen, you are not forgotten in our time nor will you ever be." He seems to be at a loss for what else to say when the next set of words just seem to flow out. "As long as the Wold herself exhists, along with all her creatures and wonders...you will exhist there." A low growl escapes from him as his eyes narrow. "None can change that...you will always be in my heart."
Ciaran who's tail had been wagging has since stopped and he lets out a menacing growl of his own. Though he cannot understand his brother, he does know his feelings and he agrees.
Gilan drops a hand to his brothers head and rubs it lightly. "My brother agrees." He has taken in all that has been said and he finds that some of the blame has shifted from Eberyon. He glances to Peerimus to see what he might be thinking.
Spells 0th(6): detect magic, read magic, guidance(2), mending(2) 1st(6): entangle(2), longstrider(2), pass without trace, speak with animals 2nd(6): barkskin(3), bull's strength(3) 3rd(4): greater magic fang(3), meld into stone 4th(3): rusting grasp(2), spike stones 5th(2): baleful polymorph(2) *used
Peerimus and Shaylin Tuesday February 21st, 2006 5:22:40 PM
Peerimus remains sitting and looks up with a smile at the asking of introductions. "Peerimus." he simply states with a nod and by placing his hand upon the leopard next to him. "She is Shaylin." It certainly is no surprise to him Maab, Mother Wold has known of thier precence and actions. After all, they were walking upon the natural land. The plants could and would surely talk to her as much as they to him.
As Maab ruminates on her falling from the Wold and that of Ebyron, Peerimus can not help but think of the story as he knows it places Maab in control of Ebyron's fateful sleep. The elves awoke him and the Wold is in tormoil and now he finds himself in the physical presence of Maab and why did they seek her out. Guidance, counsel, warning? Peerimus was not precisely sure.
He decides to back the play of his fellows, "It is as the halfling Kendry has said. We are on the trail of the Feystone." Peerimus looks to Gilan and then to Kendry, "Show her the tapestry."
Kendry heeds Peerimus, conditionally Tuesday February 21st, 2006 7:47:46 PM
Kendry retrieves a scrollcase, and pulls the tapestry forth. "Lady Maab - before I open this, I tell you that it is, to our understanding, from your time, and found by us in our own. Shall I show it to you?"
He knows how Alemi refused to look upon it. How will Maab decide on this matter?
If she tells him she wants to see it, he unfurls it for her to gaze upon. If she declines, he returns it, unopened, to the scroll case.
Bralin Tuesday February 21st, 2006 8:21:52 PM
Bralin tries to stay in the background. The dwarf isn't all that comfortable here, and is perfectly content to let his comrades do the talking.
DM Kelly Tuesday February 21st, 2006 8:28:51 PM
Answering Kendry, she says: "Gargul stole the rings of ascension and created the Feystone."
Queen Maab brightens as she finds that she is not forgotten.
"I had feared that in the future that people would take Nature for granted, and that greed would cause the land to become spoiled. I am glad to know that Nature is revered, and that I am not forgotten."
"So you seek the Feystone and have something to show me."
When Kendry speaks of the tapestry, she says:
"I cannot answer your questions if I do not know of what you seek. Show it to me."
Kendry produces the tapestry, and Maab looks at it intently. A shocked look comes upon her face.
"What you see is the hand of Gargul holding the Feystone, putting fey souls into the monsterkind. Eberyon looks on smiling, he knows what Gargul is doing and does not look to care. Eberyon creates Fey at will, he is past caring. A mother cares though, the souls are taken from those whom I have birthed."
An angry look comes upon her face.
"Eberyon and Gargul have gone too far. I was afraid that Nature would be forsaken in the future, and I have not looked at my own time. I have been foolish, looking for things in the distance and not seeing that which is near."
Kendry Wednesday February 22nd, 2006 1:22:06 AM
Although Kendry agrees inwardly with Maab in her evaluation of Eberyon, as he has personally witnessed his cavalier attitudes towards people, his lasciviousness and adulterous ways. Based on recent statements, he surmises that Peerimus holds Eberyon in higher regard. The halfling distains the wanton use of power unrestrained by law, or goodness, or even basic ... kindness. A creator unworthy of his creation. What a shame.
However, what a wife may say of her husband, she may not appreciate from another's mouth.
Once Maab looks away from the tapestry while digesting its import, Kendry carefully rolls it up, and places it again within the scroll case.
"What would your counsel be, good Lady?" Kendry asks. "Shall we remove the feystone from Gargul's possession? Have you insights that would accomplish our purpose, to check the Fey King's ... destructive exuberance in our time, as well as to help you to protect the souls of your children in this day?"
He also turns to Peerimus. "I am concerned about your take on things."
Tishe' and Snout Wednesday February 22nd, 2006 5:06:59 AM
"You are best able to deal with what goes on in this time, Mother." Tishe' seems thoughtful, carefully considering her words. "Our quest has led us here to find a way to help our own time. How to best help is where we are in contention. Can we retrain Ebyron from his excesses and retain his benefits? And how can this tapestry and the Feystone help us in our goal?"
Airin and Erwen Wednesday February 22nd, 2006 8:25:20 AM
As Tische and Kendry do a fantastic job, Airin quietly sits down next to the fountain looking into it ... caught in day dreaming...
Peerimus and Shaylin Wednesday February 22nd, 2006 10:13:04 AM
Peerimus sits back slightly as Kendry speaks of the tapestry and Maab asks for it to be opened. His face seems to be linked with that of the Fey queen, falling and tightening in harmony with her own. The druid falls into though. Gargul, god of the dead. Feared, loathed and often hated in the Wold, yet i have met some heros that followed him, claimed him misunderstood. A striking similarity to Ebyron and now it is confirmed the two have quite a history. Ebyron is far older than Gargul, than almost anything. Is that the trap of immortality then? One in which Ebyron would save his creations from? Perhaps, perhaps no.
kendry and Tishe's voice pull him from contemplation and he found himself nodding as Kendry introduced the idea of acquiring the Feystone. "I believe Kendry is correct Tishe. Our path leads against Gargul for the Feystone. I wonder what we may do with it if it win it."
Kendry's question elicits a raised brow from and a sideways cocked look from the druid. "My take on things? You're question likely is much more direct. I am undecided, but I am certain that this discussion can wait for a more appropriate time."
Peerimus continues then, "Mother, has said Gargul is in possession of the Rings of Ascension and created the Feystone. Removing the Feystone from him will likely not be enough. We may actually need to wrest the Rings from his grasp." Peerimus falls silent to let the weight of the possibility sink in with everyone.
Bralin Wednesday February 22nd, 2006 11:42:18 AM
Bralin waits and listens. The next course of action is not clear, and the dwarf is content to stay outside of the discussion while putting his mind to the issue.
Gilan and Ciaran Wednesday February 22nd, 2006 1:23:58 PM
Gilan continues to listen intently as he strokes Ciaran's head. His eyes never leave Maab as she pours over the tapestry piece and then gives her own verdict on it.
He lets out a small snort and laugh as Peermius speaks up about wresting the rings from Gargul. "That should be fun." He does not comment further but he is still undecided as to what to do with Ebyron. It is true that most of the fae get bored rather easily and it might be that Gargul offered him something that he could not refuse.
Nezamil Wednesday February 22nd, 2006 3:22:55 PM
The dwarf listens not so intently to the discussion and looks about the room and its contents until he see's the shocked look on Queen Maab's face and the next words that tumble from her tongue...... "What you see is the hand of Gargul holding the Feystone, putting fey souls into the monsterkind. Eberyon looks on smiling, he knows what Gargul is doing and does not look to care"
"That is madness " blurts out the Cleric of Domi " that is why they hid the tapestry and all its learnings"
Nezamil stands frozen ....suddenly at a loss for words as his mind spins with this new insight of what has happened in the past
DM Kelly Wednesday February 22nd, 2006 9:34:23 PM
Talk turns to Eberyon and his "excesses and exuberance", and it is plain that Queen Maab is upset with her estranged husband. Maab calms herself, and soon her dignity sitting in the Throne of Life shows no trace of turmoil.
"Eberyon is my husband, and one side of me has fond memories of our time together. The passion was intense. But I was created to feel that way. Now, however, at the same time I feel the positive memory, I burn with anger over what he has done to me and to the souls that he allows to be taken by Gargul. You say that he has 'excesses and exuberance' in your time. I can see how that would happen.
His Chaotic nature is more an indirect thing. It happens because he lives. It builds up within him. If allowed to come out slowly, it is manageable. However, if it becomes bottled up, then it would come out in a burst as if an overflowing cup was spilling over. Stange and wonderful things may happen, but the results would be difficult for a mortal to live with.
He can focus it and direct it if he has a great need. However, his moods are fickle and he can usually only focus on a source of anger for a short time. This is how Gargul got away with first stealing the rings of ascension used to create Feyworld, and using them to create the Feystone. I think though that Eberyon has underestimated Gargul. While the souls are taken from the fey to put into monsters, it weakens Eberyon."
Peerimus speaks, and Maab listens intently.
"They Rings are no longer in Gargul's possession. Alemi has rescued the Rings from Gargul, and has been trying to use them to contact his creator, The Jericho. I fear the old gods do not listen anymore. As for what to do with the Feystone if you are able to get it, that is difficult."
Maab sits and thinks, the life carved upon the chair seems to go in fast forward, and still she sits and contemplates. After a long silence, she says:
"You could bring me the Feystone."
Maab now has a look upon her face that is difficult to decipher, but the peaceful look she had a while back is gone.
"Whatever you do, do not let Eberyon have it."
Kendry Wednesday February 22nd, 2006 10:49:05 PM
"If we somehow obtain it, we shall do our utmost to ensure that it does not come under the King's control," Kendry answers her. He looks to each of his companions, to see if they countenance this assertion. "Are we agreed on that?"
Tishe' and Snout Thursday February 23rd, 2006 5:39:58 AM
"Or Gargul", states the plain-faced woman.
"And it looks like we are going to have to weave into Gargul's stronghold and pick the stone. But what do we do with it then? And how do we get shuttlecocked to our own time?"
Airin and Erwen Thursday February 23rd, 2006 9:12:49 AM Airin swims in the clear crystal blue fountain of the very first water, surrounded by the most beautiful creatures Queen Maab ever created ...
euhm... hey looks like the discussion just got to a closing point. let's pay attention...
Peerimus and Shaylin Thursday February 23rd, 2006 4:21:55 PM
Peerimus gives a half hearted chuckled to Gilan's comment. "Oh come now brother, how hard could it be." Maab then informs that Alemi has them, he smiles and adds, "There you see? One task done."
Maab falls into brief thought and then offers herself as a keeper of the stone and warning against giving it to Ebyron. Peerimus falls silent in contemplation, looking at an imagined distant point in the water and does so through Kendry's statement. To Tishe's words he nods, "It would appear that is what we must do, though..." he pauses and then turns back towards Maab, "With the Feystone Gargul can transfer souls, Fey to the monster kind, can it reverse and are Fey the only possible target? May I be bold enough to ask why it would be so dangerous in Ebyron's hands?"
Shaylin tenses at the druid's side as if sensing the danger laid within the question and to whom it was directed.
Nezamil Thursday February 23rd, 2006 9:33:23 PM
The dwarf regains his composure and listens intently to Queen Maab and the others talk.
When Queen Maab requests the Feystone "And of what use will you make of it?" inquires Nezamil "Wouldn't it be better to destroy it?"
DM Kelly Thursday February 23rd, 2006 10:57:30 PM
The Queen has said much, yet still questions arise.
"I do not know if the Feystone can be used to reverse the process, or exactly how it might work. It was not until I saw the tapestry that I completely understood what was happening.
Eberyon will gain power from the stone, and will be even more uncontrollable. I would use the stone to, let us say, calm Eberyon. I do not know if you can destroy such a thing."
Tishe' and Snout Friday February 24th, 2006 4:34:04 AM
"Again, I think we need to go walker and weave some shady picks in Gargul's lair to get the Feystone." She pauses expectantly, then fills her own silence.
"And for that we need to scout, gain information, get a plan to get in, get the 'Stone, and get out without getting killed."
"Planning like that isn't my strength, so who is our warleader?"
Snout is not interested in this conversation and continues to adore Maab.
Gilan and Ciaran Friday February 24th, 2006 6:12:23 AM
Gilan gives a smile to Peerimus and then shakes his head. "Oh it could be real fun...but a little bit more dangerous than we might like." How often does assaulting the lair of a god sound interesting and exciting to that degree. With a sigh he can see where this is going and than again with the knowledge they have of the future...Eberyen is sealed away to sleep for some time.
Ciaran lays upon the floor and closes his eyes. He figures that he might as well get a little sleep.
Podo Danderfluff Pipewood Friday February 24th, 2006 11:23:29 AM
Weaves his way to the back of the group and sits on the floor thinking about Mother Maab's words.
Peerimus and Shaylin Friday February 24th, 2006 4:37:12 PM
With a bow, a very low bow, "We are indebted to you Mother, as in all things. By your leave then."
Kendry Saturday February 25th, 2006 12:47:30 AM
The halfling listens to the Queen and his friends. He is happy to see Airin enjoying the water, and thinks a dip in it would be rejuvenating.
Then, a thought occurs to him. "What if, dear Queen, the stone were brought to you, and your husband calmed. Might you then return it to us, that we might 'calm' him in our time, as well? Also - have you other means of calming him?" he asks.
Bralin Saturday February 25th, 2006 11:44:12 AM
Bralin remains silent. The next task begins to take form - Retreive the Feystone from Gargul. The woman Tishe asks who is to be warleader, but no one responds.
The dwarf will not volunteer. With this group of comrades, few would listen to a leader anyway.
He waits, and listens.
Kendry Saturday February 25th, 2006 5:09:20 PM
"Oh, another thought occurs, milady," Kendry says. "Have you visited Gargul's place? Is there anything you could tell us about it that might help us in our attempt? Layout, defenses, inhabitants, and the like?"
DM Kelly Sunday February 26th, 2006 6:26:40 PM
Queen Maab accepts the thanks and bows offered her with a grace that you have seldom seen. Then right when she thinks her guest are ready to leave, Kendry asks another question.
"Well, it seems that the inquisitive one has another question. Kendry is it? Yes, well I have visited the temple of Gargul. It is not at all pleasant like my home. He lives East of here, about half a days journey. Fey creatures and animals tend to avoid the area, so as you travel you will see fewer of my offspring and more of the monsterkind. Gargul has been attracting more of them, and they have become more bold recently. Now I know it is because Fey souls have been put into the monsters. The souls seem to be corrupted in the process. Most of the activity at his temple is at night, they seem to rest during the day. As far as his temple, I don't know what I can tell you that will help. His throne is at the back of the temple, and he keeps pets about."
She frowns just a bit.
"Are you sure you are up to such a task. I think it could be very dangerous. I do not know what will happen if you die in your own past, before you were even born."
Tishe' and Snout Monday February 27th, 2006 11:24:09 AM
Though loath to leave, Tishe' knows that she can't stay with the Wold Mother forever: there is more yet to be done.
She prepares herself to be ready and makes sure Snout wants to come along instead of resting in the sweet water.
The crocodile rolls his eyes off of Maab and to his human. Yes, she's getting ready to go, most probably into danger again. For a second, Snout looks at Nezamil and wonders if the dwarf will guard his human's back while the croc can stay with Maab. But no (shaking himself and getting out of the blessedly clear water) he will follow his human once more.
Airin and Erwen Monday February 27th, 2006 11:40:08 AM
With the new heading in sight Airin prepares to go on the road again. They came here to do a job and Airin's willing to. Erwen seems eager as well.
Airin lets Kendry finish his talk with Queen Maab, and then as he to prepares to leave she goes over to him and puts her arm around him as they exit the palace. "Let's go love..."
Peerimus and Shaylin Monday February 27th, 2006 5:55:09 PM
Peerimus looks to Maab, "There is no fear that the likes of Gargul and his filthy spawn can put into us dear Mother. I and my brother and your two daughters shall look after the others." Peerimus adds with a smile at the end looking towards Bralin and Nezamil with a wink, "and if all else fails, we'll sick the dwarves on them."
"Let us to our quest comrades, Mother surely has more important matters than entertaining us to see to." With another low bow, Peerimus turns and with a sharp pat to call Shaylin, heads out.
Podo Monday February 27th, 2006 6:16:55 PM
"I'm in, Cuz! Let's go!" says Podo.
Bralin Monday February 27th, 2006 8:34:23 PM sick the dwarves on them?
Bralin wordlessly muddles through that unfamiliar phrase for a bit before deciding Peerimus is making a joke.
He says nothing, but follows his comrades out the door.
Mayhap an opportunity will appear later.
Nezamil Monday February 27th, 2006 9:41:18 PM
" well looks like we know our next step on this journey " muses Nezamil " Thank you you for your assistance "
Nezamil steps over to the water fall and takes a drink then fills his waterskin up and prepares for the journey to Gargul's temple
Kendry Monday February 27th, 2006 11:48:42 PM
"Well, I've heard of people born ahead of their time, your majesty," Kendry answers her. "If we don't make it, perhaps we were just born after our time. Thank you for your help and direction."
DM Kelly Tuesday February 28th, 2006 12:03:08 AM
Snout waddles out of the clear stream, he seems somehow younger than before.
Peerimus takes leave of the Mother of all that is good, and tells her not to worry. She smiles as he mentions the dwarves.
"Yes, I'm sure these stout folks could set things right."
Podo is eagar to go, and Nezamil also takes leave of Queen Maab.
"Do be careful my children, the Wold seems to have become more dangerous as of late. Arethusa will see you safely out of my forest, and set you on the correct path."
At that, Arethusa stands. She seems to have been forgotten of late, but with the Queen present she is accustomed to such.
Arethusa touches the door, and again a handle forms that she turns and the door opens. You see many curious animals and fey creatures watching you.
Arethusa says: "Back to your frolicking, they are just leaving."
She leads you back down the forest road and back towards the road that led you from the Oshirr house. When you get to the main road, she says:
"Continue East past the road to Oshirr house. Another 3 hours journey will lead you to Gargul's temple. It will be dusk as you get near. Best to find a place to spend the night, unless you mean to enter his temple at night."
She says goodbye and you travel east. It is as Queen Maab says, the natural creatures diminish as you move East, and once you pass the turn to Oshirr House, you see very few animals and no fey creatures.
There are still two hours to travel by your estimates, and the sun is sinking on the horizon.
Tishe' and Snout Tuesday February 28th, 2006 4:22:10 AM
It takes most of the walk to the road before Tishe' notices that Snout looks like a lighter shade of green, that he has more bounce in his step, that his eyes are brighter, teeth fresher. "It looks like your stay with the Mother has done you good!" she tells her companion, who only grins back.
At the road, Tishe' understands it is time for a war footing again. Spells and wands in her satchel ready for Wart to rummage, check! Twelve foot crocodile to protect her back, check! Loaded crossbow, check!
"Time to teach Gargul to play nice with others. Remember, in this time he is not a god, and he is not partially good. This is not the Gargul that we know in our own time."
Airin and Erwen Tuesday February 28th, 2006 5:02:13 AM
As they leave Queen Maab's Castle Airin takes a bow to the mother. "Pray for your children Mother"
Then of they go again.
Airin questions the group:
"Do we ride all the way to the Temple or should we go on foot once we get closer. Queen Maab warned us that the closer we get to teh Temple of Gargul, the more monsterkind we will find. I will send out Erwen once we're almost halfway to scout ahead."
With that Airin takes her crossbow and rides with the group.
Peerimus and Shaylin Tuesday February 28th, 2006 2:42:00 PM
As the group begins to pass Oshire House towards the area where Gargul lives Peerimus speaks up. "If Gargul is more active at night and we are still 3 hours away, wouldn't it be better to just stay in the relative comfort and safety of Oshire House and strike out again at first light? We should not head into enemy territory to his guards strength merely to sleep in the open."
Kendry Tuesday February 28th, 2006 3:06:17 PM
"'Twas a signal honor to meet you in this time, good Lady," he bids farewall to Queen Maab. He thanks Arethusa for her escort and directions. Not that he wants to rouse jealousy in Airin, but he kisses the nymph's hand as they depart from her. "May you live many years and golden," he tells her.
Once they are a mile out of earshot of Arethusa, Kendry says to Airin, "And may you and I share many years and golden, ourselves."
He hears the words of Tishe', and Airin's questions. "Most of us are on foot already - save our feathered friend," Kendry observes. "Erwen's scouting is helpful indeed."
"Excellent plan, Peerimus!" Kendry responds to the the druid's idea that they stay at the Oshirr House for the evening. "Let us do as our friend suggests," he encourages his fellows.
If such is agreed upon, Kendry is interested in seeing how members of the house are faring.
DM Kelly Tuesday February 28th, 2006 8:52:31 PM
Upon Peerimus' suggestion, you decide to go back to the Oshirr House for the night. Upon entering the courtyard, you see that they have been busy cleaning up from the fight the night before. After a day of traveling, and the small amount of sleep you had the last night, everyone is feeling very tired. You are greeted as heroes, and offered a meal and the same rooms as you had before. Word is given that Alemi requests an audience with you before you leave the Oshirr House.
Gilan and Ciaran Tuesday February 28th, 2006 9:13:21 PM
Gilan has been quiet for some time now as he goes over his own plans in his head. The little comfort he has is that Gargul is not a god yet but still powerful in his own right. This is not going to be as easy as some think or he is a bloody human.
When the suggestion of going back to the Oshirr House he nods his head. "During the day would be better than...when his full force is not up." He does have a thought that does not settle well. "Then again...if he is even half as aware of us as Queen Maab he may know when we are coming."
This time he will settle down in the courtyard and drink in the time with nature, though it pales to what he has seen. When the morning comes he will be there for the meeting but tonight is for the outdoors and watching the night sky.
Kendry Wednesday March 1st, 2006 12:32:47 AM
"Surely some of the opposing forces who managed to escape," Kendry concurs with the thought that Gilan expressed, "though their number be few, would have gotten word to Gargul - I keep on wondering, by the way, why the tapestry refers to him as Gargulus, but everyone here calls him Gargul?"
Kendry assents more than willingly to an audience with Alemi, whether after dinner or in the early morn. "We'll just want to be on our way not too long past sunrise, unless his Lordship have some intelligence - information, I mean - that would change that notion."
Kendry takes advantage of some of the downtime to jot some more in his journal, including some sketches of the Oshirr House, some of the students, and Alemi and Domi, too.
"Is Flower anywhere around these days?" he asks.
He'll take a walk with Airin. "How is all this sitting with you, Airin? What an amazing time for us to be here, don't you think?"
When time for the audience with Alemi comes, he will as a question similar to that he offered to Maab - looking for information about the layout and defenses of Gargul's place, and, while he's at it, he'll ask about Eberyon's dwelling.
Airin and Erwen Wednesday March 1st, 2006 11:20:08 AM
"That sounds like a wonderfull idea Peerimus. Best thing to catch a good and safe night sleep before dealing with Gargul..."
Once back at the Oshir House she relaxes while some are on audience with Alemi once again. Later she enjoyes the walk with Kendry. Going up on the wall of the Oshir House once again where the battle was raging last night... this time they can quietly stroll around the castle that gives a great view of the surroundings... the traces of battle are still very real, but a peacefull feeling runs through Airin's body. As they walk Airin crawls in Kendry's arms as the talk.
"It's been a fantastic time so far love. We make a good team don't we? Just be careful tomorrow... I'm still somewhat confused that the Gods from our time seem to be just ... humans in this age. How then did they become Gods? At the same time it's confusing and interesting... You asked about Flower... what about the others? Where did the others came from?"
Tishe' and Snout Wednesday March 1st, 2006 11:46:12 AM
The mystic and her croc (and the shy desert toad) move with the group back to Oshirr House for the night.
In the morning, she carefully selects spells out of her book arcana and meditates on the wonders of Mother Wold. Then, when the others are ready, she goes to the meeting with Alemi.
Tishe' fans herself and drinks large quantities of water at breakfast. "Is it just me, or is the breakfast unusually spicy today?"
Peerimus and Shaylin Wednesday March 1st, 2006 12:09:11 PM
Peerimus spends the night with his brother Gilan in the courtyard. As the evening deepens and the the deep azure sky fades to black, Peerimus gazes up into the endless sky. "Brother? Have you thought on the fact our very actions appear to be the cause of Ebyron's slumber and thus awakeing and the reason we are here? It seems we are caught within a ring entwining upon itself."
Peerimus pats Shaylin at his side, as the leopard is gets up. "Time for hunting my love?, go on then." Looing back to Gilan, "The halflings are here for Ebyron and now Gargul. They claim relations and if true some indifferent acts at best evil most likely acts on the part of Ebyron and that is where I am torn. Ebyron IS the creator. He is Father Wold and created Mother. I have always looked to both of them, though until recently I knew not thier names. Ebyron for power and strength and Maab for protection and guidance. But now to see them such and to learn more first hand." Peerimus fades off and shakes his head.
The following morning Peerimus meditates upon his haunches atop the East wall as the sun splashes across the horizon. The night was long, but the hunter of the deep jungles of the Southern Continent has steeled his own resolve in the course of the future. Peerimus applies a thick red mud-like paint to most of his face, save a two finger wide stripe running from his left brow to his right neck jugular vein. Peerimus skips breakfast with the others and any meeting with Alemi.
DM Kelly Wednesday March 1st, 2006 2:37:49 PM
OOC: Early post as I am traveling all day to a conference.
You awake early, and Alemi calls Kendry to meet with him before dawn. Any others who wish are also invited.
"I apologize for such an early meeting, but I understand you plan to leave soon. I have found that Gargul is adding souls to monsters. He once had possession of the Rings of Ascension which I have rescued from him. I have studied those rings yesterday, and have found that they have a residue of use that bear his mark. They also show he has created another object from them. That object I believe is how he adds the souls to these monsters. Please, if you acquire the device or know about it share that information with me. The souls let the monsters level up and increase their abilities more than ever before. I am afraid that in time we will not be able to repel them, and the monsters will extinguish us and our kind."
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