Time Passes Thursday January 3rd, 2008 10:42:43 PM Zeoll asks his new friend Balantine to give the Chosen a few minutes alone as the Chosen sit around the table in Brahmah's quarters they try to come up with a plan as to what is next. Leaving him in the care on Brahmahs bear.
Winterglade asks what the note is about That Heartson has delivered to the Chosen. wondering what task they have agreed to? pointing out that they are in a hurry to catch up to the Dr. Before he disappears un punished for his crimes.
Zeoll briefly explain the situation to the group at the table "The Evil Captain of the Guard wants another 500 gold and the head of this Jacktar fellow as payment for letting Ballantine out of jail. That's on top of the 500 gp we already gave to him. He also points out that The Captain of the Guard is evil to the core. and Chosen would be doing the town and all Taur a favor in unseating or kill the Captain of the Guard and his evil followers for a position of authority here in Fort Stag.
Brahmah says to Glade So, are we using our real names again, Glade?" He smiles. "If you can't even keep it straight, how can WE be expected too?" and What sort of bauble do you think he could want ?
Zeoll ushers Ballantine back into the room and tells him that "the Chosen might help him get his "bauble" after the meeting with his contact." Brahmahs adds that they may be Taur and big but there are not stupid, We'll travel around the city with you... you know, for your protection Balintine Pipes up again Very well as it will be a long trip I needs a few bits and bob's and so tabac for my pipe... I will inform you helmsmen where you need to go ...
Mean while Flat-top stand waiting for some action, willing to follow Brahmah anywhere.
Moshushi who is unhappily sober listens and adds little to the conversation other then a sour face.
As the Chosen talk just after the gnome is ushered back in Brealla pops her head in and whispers to Brahmah " Uncle says that he would like a word with you and Zeoll Sir and that several Taur are watching the Ship they are dresses in Guards uniforms" She also leaves you a tray with several things to eat and a pitcher of sweet wine and one of water.
Brahmah Friday January 4th, 2008 5:20:41 AM
"Flat-top, I've been meanin' to talk to you about your blind allegence to me. I may not be here in the future and so I would like to see you use your brain and heart for your own pursuits and actions. I am just your leader, not your master. Leaders come and go."
Winterglade Friday January 4th, 2008 6:06:46 AM
[Brahmah:] "So, are we using our real names again, Glade?" "On the ship - yes please. Or Winterglade will go insane."
The centaur winces. "We are playing bounty hunters then? Merciful Brawler, may none of Winterglade's folks ever learn of that or he might just as well forget about ever going home."
Flat-top Friday January 4th, 2008 7:37:49 AM
Flat-top has a grin on his face as he answers his comments, "Blind Allegence?? Use my Brain?? Captain! have you ever seen yourself in the water while bathing? I don't follow you because your beautiful Horns, your Tattoos Or your cute little Tail!
I follow you because you get yourself into too many trouble Spots. But some times you you teach me a few new ways of self preservation in time of need. I also follow you because when we are all together, I like the looks we get when we trot down a street. Just imagin, a Minotaur? and a Centaur? or a Weimic? Coming down the street of a town! Or sail together! You know how I feel? Like I have Friends that will stick with ME! Beside If I remember right, Domi Himself told us to get along!
Again I think I have proven that I can take the lead, when Zoell and I were in that dungon at the Dear Doctor's Island! I follow you because I hope that I'm your Friend!"
Flat-top gives the his Captain a salout, then walk into a light post. (because he was not looking where he was going)
Zeoll d20+22=37 d20+21=27 Friday January 4th, 2008 2:05:06 PM
Zeoll corrects his friend Winterglade. "Bounty hunterrs? No, not at all! Ourr job herre is to find out about the Doctorr. Ballantine's lead may help us. These distrractions, like Jacktarr, will not keep us frrom ourr courrse if we ignorre them."
"I have no intention of killing Jacktarr. I do intend to tell the Captain of the Guarrd that we will get to him laterr."
Zeoll is a little surprised when he learns that Ballantine will bring the party on a long trip. But he is confident that the gnome will not betray him, at least not so long as the Charm spell lasts.
So Zeoll goes out to talk with the guards. He chats them up and is very friendly. (Diplomacy 37) He asks the to pass on a message to the Captain of the Guard. (OOC: What's his name?)
The message is that they have a lead on Jacktar and expect to find him soon after a short sea voyage. The Chosen will be in pursuit of him in a few hours. With any luck, they'll be back with news soon.
Bluff 27
Meeting Friday January 4th, 2008 9:58:19 PM
Brahmah talks to Flat-top about blind allegiance and Flat-top answers that its not blind allegiance but friendship that he follows and that he will use his brain when its needed Winterglade asks "We are playing bounty hunter then?" and Zeoll answers No, not at all! Our job here is to find out about the Doctor. Ballantine's lead may help us. These distractions, like Jacktarr, will not keep us from our course if we ignore them." and then has a message composed to the Evil Captain of the Guard saying that they will be starting after Jacktarr soon. Zeoll wanders over to the guards that are watching the boat and hands them the note to pass along . One of the four disappear into the night with the note while three remain to watch the chosen s boat.
Heartson asks Zeoll when he is on deck if there new friend is going to be a problem and what the Chosen plans are now ?
The gnome asks for a map to point the chosen to where his contacts are. Saying that These people are the most seedy people around and if this Dr. our there needs somethings then he might deal with them. When given a map he marks a small cove in the Ship wreck Sholes " they are here he points I have only been there once. Now may I rest its late and you taur may or may now sleep but us gnomes need a few hours each day .
Brahmah Saturday January 5th, 2008 11:02:07 AM
Brahmah is liking the gnome less and less.
Zeoll Saturday January 5th, 2008 1:04:08 PM
Zeoll suggests this course of action to the party.
First, we all get some rest.
[OOC to DM: Highlight to display spoiler: {Zeoll will get up before the gnome, prep spells, and recharm him for the day. He'll make sure that a crew member wakes him in time.}]
Also, we show the gnome's map to the Captain. Does he know it? How long will it take to get there?
Then we head into town to gather supplies, pick up whatever the gnome thinks he needs, and ask around about Jacktar. That's maybe an hour.
Then we set sail for the cove that the gnome knows.
How's that?
Brahmah Saturday January 5th, 2008 4:20:00 PM
Brahmah will wake Zeoll on time, for sure, assuming Zeoll tells Brahmah.
(OOC: Whats the word on the fate of the Chosen? I'm getting nervous.)
DM JOn Saturday January 5th, 2008 4:54:16 PM
OOC I am not sure what is to happen but if we can we will try to get it as a challenge game. Both me and kristel are willing to DM it and we have started talking to jerry about it. We will also like any input about changes to the setting or mission that you would like as its your game too. Please email me or kristel any ideas so we can add them to emails to the PTB and see what happens Drifterj@yahoo.com is my address
Winterglade Sunday January 6th, 2008 4:33:58 AM
"Well, sounds like we have a plan. But we really should get some rest before we set off. This night has been long enough."
Flat-top Sunday January 6th, 2008 7:25:24 AM
Flat-top Listens, then leans agaist the wall, he looks as if he's just about fall asleep,But whispers to Brahmah "Captain! I have heard rumors about Minataur Island, they are rumors of trouble there? so if you want to go see for your self? you can go for a visit? But you'll have to do it on your own, because if we shoulh follow youn We would give away our intention of stoping them short.
You can always send back a message that you need our help!" Flat-top will stay on his contable wall.
Zeoll Sunday January 6th, 2008 9:18:25 AM
Sure Zeoll tells Brahmah. He shares his entire plan with the Chosen. "Maybe Brrahmah can set an Alarrm to make surre we wake at the rright time."
:-)
Posting Report for Monday January 7th, 2008 8:09:44 AM
Game # 7 The Chosen of Domi For the week of December 31,2007
Nane------MTWTF DM Jon----XXXXX DMKristle-XXXXX Brahmah---OX22XS Gecthar---O*OOO >>New Years In France. Flat-top--X*OXXSS >> I had a headache too much wine?? Glade-----O*OXXS > Had some wine too?? Zeoll-----O*X2XSS > Enoff said?? Moshuski--X*OXO > Your the one that ran off with the Bottle of WINE!!
Adm Ceil - <):-)
Gecktar Monday January 7th, 2008 11:31:40 AM
Gecktar sleeps a couple hours to be fully rested. Then meditate to prepare some spells.
Brahmah Monday January 7th, 2008 11:43:25 AM
"There's is always trouble on minotaur isle Flat-top!" He smiles.
(OOC: Okay, dear DMs, I have to say, there are only two goals I personally (in character and out) want to accomplish is Reunification of the isles and finding and killing Vargas. Everything else is not important to Brahmah. With those two goals done, we can retire as a challenge game and go down in history. :))
DM's Tuesday January 8th, 2008 6:43:46 AM
Guys - you did a fantastic job convincing the PTB. In case you have no checked your email the Chosen will be offered as a CHALLENGE game :o)
Flat-top Tuesday January 8th, 2008 8:53:13 AM
Dear DM's Does that mean that Flat-top will not have to wander the Wold?? and stay here to face the trouble Wold??
Brahmah Tuesday January 8th, 2008 9:32:57 AM
Yeah!
Brahmah waits.
DM ammendment Tuesday January 8th, 2008 10:20:04 AM
Don't forget to vote in the second vote guys lol - priority is given to you all who are already here from what I understand in Jerry's email
sorry about the post lol I was out last night and did not realize Jon forgot so will make up today for that (please dont beat us :P)
Flat-top Tuesday January 8th, 2008 4:33:43 PM
"SHUT UP! Captain Brahmah! Or I'll Pull your Nose Ring!" Then Flat-top laugh at the though.
Gecktar Wednesday January 9th, 2008 6:20:29 AM
Gecktar wakes up, freshly rested. He goes of the deck to breath the air of the early morning.
Flat-top Wednesday January 9th, 2008 7:43:27 AM
Flat-top is suprised that he has gotten away with that comment??. Now he wonders when his friend will kick him in his tail feathers??
Zeoll Wednesday January 9th, 2008 10:08:08 AM
Just checking in.
The Dawn breaks Wednesday January 9th, 2008 10:12:27 AM
The companions head off to bed and the night passes without fuss.
In the morning the map is shown to Captain Heartson and he tells them that he has not been to that area but it will take a few days of sea travel in order to get there and he suggests that if anyone needs supplies etc they go into town before they leave and then they can set sail the next morning with the tide.
The gnome again requests to go into town and get some supplies of his own and he tries to convince the Chosen once again to let him go on his own. He seems to be fidgeting more than usual while waiting for a response.
OOC - If anyone needs the Catacombs now will be a great opportunity also if everyone gets the chance to post today then we will try to have another post for you tonite
Zeoll Wednesday January 9th, 2008 12:44:49 PM
Did Zeoll successfully charm the gnome again in his sleep? The liontaur will say to the gnome, "Now, Balantine, I thought we were friends. No one is holding you against your will! You can go anywhere you want, of course! I thought you were helping me because we are freinds."
"But I do have some suggestions for you. I suggest you keep a low profile. I suggest that you have me come with you for protection. And I suggest that you tell me exactly what it is you want to do and why you are so nervous."
That last suggestion is a Suggestion Spell! The will save DC is 21.
We'll see how that works.
Brahmah Wednesday January 9th, 2008 5:20:11 PM
"Can someone put a bell on the gnome?" He askes quietly to Zeoll. "I don't like all his twitchy stuff. Eager I think to get up to something shady."
Daylight d20=16 d20=19 Wednesday January 9th, 2008 10:16:44 PM
As the sun rises in the morning sky the gnome continues to fidget wile pacing the cabin area of the boat When Zeoll talks to him about being friends he answers " why of course Buddy I know that
I just did not want you all to think that I was up to anything its just where I need to go they do not like strangers and you all are stranger then most" he chuckles " if you will you can come part of the way but my contacts for my pipe weed may not meet me if you are around" When Zeoll "suggests that he confess what is bugging him he says. " BOATS I HATE BOATS I am sorry just a bit stresses that is all"
Brahmah whispers to Zeoll about bells for the gnome
Zeoll Highlight to display spoiler: { You will have to guess if he is charmed and or telling the truth about your suggestion I am not telling :o) }
Flat-top Thursday January 10th, 2008 7:54:14 AM
Dawn and a fresh new day, mumbles to himself "Ahh! the sun is warm, the air clean and not a soul around. Now that's is what I call agood start"
Now flat-top look around and spots the gnown and he's really restless, "Hmmm! jumpy are we not??" hopeing to get the gnown to saaay something of intress for this Centaur.
Winterglade Thursday January 10th, 2008 10:58:58 AM
The centaur is unusually quiet in the morning. He can be seen standing on the forecastle looking far into the horizon, where he thinks he can see the hint of the yellow grasses of the Great Plain.
[Was there enough time left in the night to invest 8 more hours in my crafting project?]
Brahmah Thursday January 10th, 2008 11:48:08 AM
"Okay, part of the way." He says to the gnome.
He pulls Zeoll to one side and quietly suggests that Zeoll follows the gnome using the Invisibility ring and confuse the lot of shady folk if you need to. Find out what he's really up to. "If you don't I will. I don't think I ever gave you back your ring though, did I?"
Gecktar Thursday January 10th, 2008 3:20:57 PM
Gecktar looks at the docks, thinking about the situation of the city. They have to solve the problem with the corruption. This may be the first stage...
"Let's move, the sooner we get there the sooner we get back"
Zeoll Thursday January 10th, 2008 3:43:38 PM Last night
Zeoll has a restless night. He does not sleep well, and near dawn he has a nightmare:
The Chosen are in a maze. The path that leads out of the maze is easy to see. There's even a glow that leads to the correct way out. But the Chosen keep choosing stupidly. We keep going down dark twisty passages. We never choose the bright path.
This morning
When he awakes, Zeoll remembers the words that Great Domi spoke to the Chosen long ago. "You all will be the living embodiment of the bridge between all Taurs ... Now it is up to you to prove that all three aspects of Taur can unite in spite of their differences ... that all three make up a nigh-unbeatable force for good in the Wold."
Zeoll thinks about this for a long silent time. He skips breakfast to pray for guidance. He thinks about the evil of the guard captain, of Zeoll's 500 gold pieces sitting in his pouch, no doubt to be used for no good. Zeoll thinks about this unknown centaur, Jacktar, who the evil captain has marked for death.
He has his conversation with the charmed gnome. He has his doubts about the gnome -- a smuggler, on an island, is afraid of boats? -- but the importance of that does not matter so much.
Zeoll gets the Chosen together -- all of them -- on the deck of the ship. He has something to say.
"We came herre forr inforrmation about an evil human. We found that someone is rraising undead Taurrs and sending them against the city. We ignorred that and went looking forr inforrmation about smugglerrs. We found out that the Captain of the Guarrd is corrrupt and evil. Now we have a choice."
"Now we have a choice. Do we set sail to achieve ourr own perrsonal quest of vengeance? Do we turrn ourr backs on necrromancy and abuse of powerr? Do we ignorre the evil in frront of ourr nose? Orr do we change courrse and help people who need help herre, now? Can we abandon this town to the trroubles that plague it?"
"Maybe we could ignorre a lesserr evil to fight a grreaterr, like Varrgas and the Black Sworrd. But now ourr choice is petty rrevenge orr helping innocents. What should we choose, Chosen of Domi?"
Brahmah Thursday January 10th, 2008 6:06:18 PM
"Revenge? Yes, I see how it might be considered that. But its more complicated. That Doctor is luring prey and hunters to his island, as well as experimenting on 'abominations' on the doorstep of the islands we love and protect. He could be a 'lesser evil', it is true. But evil is evil and the Chosen and the WLA, of which I am part, seek and hunt evil where it lives. That is my mission."
"A necromancer here on centaur island is a bad thing. A corrupt Captain of guard is bad and possibly the necromancer running the show. Since we are here and things have presented themselves, we should rethink our mission."
"Now, keep in mind, Vargas has alot of territory and could be behind this whole corrupt system and by default, Marteaus."
"Marteaus' Minions are the Anti-Chosen and seek to undo what we are doing. We have done resounding things in our years which history will remember. We, for the time being, have accomplished big things. But its the little things, the minor triumphs, that will defeat the evil. Lets help these people... and this gnome."
Brahmah Friday January 11th, 2008 7:57:16 AM
"Well. Are we or aren't we?"
Flat-top Friday January 11th, 2008 8:49:54 AM
Flat-top steps forward "As much as I would like to rid of the dear DOCTOR! I belive that taking care of this peoblem, at this time, merith our attention.
I can almost smell the rotten hand of Marteaus. I vote for the here and now, the dear Doctor can wait a little longer!" Flat top goes back to leaning on the cabin.
Zeoll Friday January 11th, 2008 10:13:55 AM
The seer is pleased with his friends' response. He worries about Winterglade. "What say you, Brrawlerr's Prriest? I know you arre trroubled herre, for rreasons of yourr own. But will you stay forr a time to tackle the evil beforre us?"
Winterglade Saturday January 12th, 2008 4:29:22 AM
"Yes, Winterglade will stay. There is no doubt that the Brawler brought him to be here at this very moment to lend a hand in this quest."
"It's just that... sometimes Winterglade wishes that the Brawler was a little less cryptic to him. Ever since Winterglade left his homeland he strolls on a road that leads to Brawler knows where."
"Some time ago Winterglade started getting this nagging suspicion that he is never going to be able to come back home."
Cayzle to Adam Saturday January 12th, 2008 3:25:03 PM
Adam, we're trying to figure out what you want to do after the Great Migration. Please e-mail me at cayzle@cayzle.com asap.
DM Saturday January 12th, 2008 8:18:36 PM
The Captain comes to see the Chosen He is looking for some information by the look on his face is confused. " well my friend what are we going to do, do you wish to stay or way anchor and finds a new port to look in " Brealla wonders the Deck on the boat hoping to get a glance at the gnome and or one of her friends, when she finds Winterglade on the deck again working on his projects she asks "what is going on and I was wondering if MR Zeoll was around I was hoping that he will tell me some more stories or songs"
OOC More coming soon
Flat-top Monday January 14th, 2008 9:35:00 AM
Flat-top is waiting for some more infomation. But while waiting He goes over to Gladeput an hand on his shooulder, "Don't worry Friend, You'll be going home soon. But it will be a sad day for me!"
Posting Report For Monday January 14th, 2008 9:48:04 AM
Game # 7 The Chosen of Domi Fot the week of January 7.2008
Name-----MTWTF DM Jon---XXXX- DMKristalXXXX- Brakmah--XXXXX Gecthar--XOOXO < Bad Boy Flat-top-O2XXX Glade----OOXOOS < Bad Boy Zeoll----OOXXXS Mushuski-OOOOO < Bad Boy
Adm Ceil
Zeoll d20+22=30 d20+22=34 d20+22=37 d20+14=17 d20+14=23 d20+14=22 Monday January 14th, 2008 10:51:35 AM
Zeoll tells the captain that before they can leave the town, they have to get to the bottom of some things.
"What if therre's anotherr undead attack? How can we leave when an evil necrromancerr is on the loose!"
She tells Ballantine to go do what he has to do, but please return as quick as he can.
The liontaur apologizes to Brealla. "My dearr, we have to worrk harrd and fast to make the town safe. Therre will be time for singing laterr on, I'm surre."
To his fellow Chosen, Zeoll says, "Frriends, I think we should stick togetherr. The dangerr of ambush is too grreat. I think we should find out morre. Let us wanderr the town and see what we can find out."
First, Zeoll asks the Chosen to stop at the harbor master's office. The harbor master is a good guy, not corrupt like the Guard. Maybe he can help us with some information.
Zeoll wants to go to the Druid's Grove. Once upon a time, before he died, Zeoll and the Chosen knew a druid named Hollyhocks, a druid priest of Domi, like Zeoll. He will help, if the Chosen can find him.
Finally, there must be some bards or such -- Zeoll knows that local bards always know what is going on.
What Zeoll wants to know is ...
1) Who is the leader of the local government. That is, who does the evil captain of the Guard report to?
2) Are the higher echelons of government also corrupt? Who in authority in town is honest?
3) What is up with the undead attack? Have there been others?
4) Who is Jacktar? Why does the Guard want him dead?
Skill checks:
Diplomacy: 30, 34, 37 Gather Info: 17, 23, 22
Brahmah Monday January 14th, 2008 12:43:14 PM
"Zeoll is right, pick a partner and watch their back."
DM Monday January 14th, 2008 1:36:58 PM
OOC - I am going to be doing a post that is the addendum or whatever to the last post we made where we said more coming. Anything posted since that post will be included in the next post
Some things to Consider Monday January 14th, 2008 1:56:23 PM Flat-top the dawn and comments to Ballantine on his seeming restlessness.
Winterglade is quiet and searches the horizon thinking he can just see the grasses of the Great Plain. (OOC Yes you had 8hrs of crafting time)
Brahmah tells the gnome that they will only follow him partway but he then pulls Zeoll aside and suggests that he follow the gnome using the ring of invisibility.
Gecktar ponders the situation of the city and the corruption of the guards and the problem they still have to solve concerning Jacktar. He suggests they get a move on.
Zeoll wakes from a nightmare in which the Chosen faced a situation with a simple solution yet the continuously made the wrong choices and were unable to get out. When he awakes he recalls the words that Domi had spoken to them so long ago . "You all will be the living embodiment of the bridge between all Taurs ... Now it is up to you to prove that all three aspects of Taur can unite in spite of their differences ... that all three make up a nigh-unbeatable force for good in the Wold." He skips breakfast to ponder the words and pray to Domi for guidance and he also thinks about the other situations they are currently facing. He comes on deck where the Chosen are gathered and says We came herre forr inforrmation about an evil human. We found that someone is rraising undead Taurrs and sending them against the city. We ignorred that and went looking forr inforrmation about smugglerrs. We found out that the Captain of the Guarrd is corrrupt and evil. Now we have a choice." "Now we have a choice. Do we set sail to achieve ourr own perrsonal quest of vengeance? Do we turrn ourr backs on necrromancy and abuse of powerr? Do we ignorre the evil in frront of ourr nose? Orr do we change courrse and help people who need help herre, now? Can we abandon this town to the trroubles that plague it?" "Maybe we could ignorre a lesserr evil to fight a grreaterr, like Varrgas and the Black Sworrd. But now ourr choice is petty rrevenge orr helping innocents. What should we choose, Chosen of Domi?"
Brahmah replies "Revenge? Yes, I see how it might be considered that. But its more complicated. That Doctor is luring prey and hunters to his island, as well as experimenting on 'abominations' on the doorstep of the islands we love and protect. He could be a 'lesser evil', it is true. But evil is evil and the Chosen and the WLA, of which I am part, seek and hunt evil where it lives. That is my mission." "A necromancer here on centaur island is a bad thing. A corrupt Captain of guard is bad and possibly the necromancer running the show. Since we are here and things have presented themselves, we should rethink our mission." "Now, keep in mind, Vargas has a lot of territory and could be behind this whole corrupt system and by default, Marteaus." "Marteaus' Minions are the Anti-Chosen and seek to undo what we are doing. We have done resounding things in our years which history will remember. We, for the time being, have accomplished big things. But it's the little things, the minor triumphs, that will defeat the evil. Lets help these people... and this gnome."
Flat-top says that although he would love to get his hands on the evil Doctor, taking care of this current problem merits their attention and he suggests that the Doctor can wait a bit longer.
Winterglade agrees that he will stay and help them out with this situation but he comments on a nagging suspicion he has that he may never see home again.
Winterglade Monday January 14th, 2008 3:35:07 PM
"Winterglade is not proficient with this kind of work, undermining the system. Zeoll seems to pretty much have it right on spot. The most promising leads seem to be the harbor master and this Jacktar fellow."
"It would be also of interest to us if the corrupt part of the guard could be peacefully removed once their real allegiances are exposed. Is there an authority in town strong enough to dispose of them if they are caught red-handed? Maybe there will be somebody in the more classy taverns with enough local political savvy to know that?"
"Maybe let's go talk to the harbor master first, yes?"
Gecktar Monday January 14th, 2008 3:48:10 PM "Maybe, Domi will have some clues about this Jacktar. I may ask Him. ButI alreadytried to figure what happened hereand I really feel thatthe town is under great shadows.
"Maybe this shadow has something to do with the doctor."
"I think we should solve each problem one after the other. We should chose for now the Doctor and his hellish isle or the necromancer at work in this city."
"I think we could try to solve the latter because we are in the place and... Afterall all the Doctor will wait for his turn..."
Zeoll Monday January 14th, 2008 3:56:59 PM
Zeoll agrees with Gecktar.
Brahmah Monday January 14th, 2008 4:08:52 PM
Waits for Zeolls plans, and Gecktars augary.
Flat-top Tuesday January 15th, 2008 8:42:21 AM
Flat-top listens to every body's ideas, then put in hisown two gold Pieces, "I'm with Gecthar, let's take the problem that is here and now. These little problems has a way of growing into big problems very fast.
Who knows? Maybe we'll get some thing good out of this little favor to Domi's way of life?" Flat-top waits for and answer as to what to do next?
Brahmah Tuesday January 15th, 2008 11:37:21 AM
Taps his hoof, waiting.
Zeoll Tuesday January 15th, 2008 11:38:17 AM
So first, to the Harbor Master. What's his name?
If we want to move fast, then to the Druids (Hollyhock) as well.
Gecktar Tuesday January 15th, 2008 3:17:02 PM
Gecktar follows Zeoll to seek the harbor master.
Flat-top Tuesday January 15th, 2008 8:27:56 PM
Flat-top give a heavy sigh, "I'm right behind you, Captain Brahmah!"
DM Jon Wednesday January 16th, 2008 1:25:47 PM
Dm sorry about non post yesterday but we are having issues with our ISP and were on the phone all night last night fighting with them
there should be a post coming tonight.
Brahmah Wednesday January 16th, 2008 3:19:29 PM
Waits. Nothing to add.
Gecktar Wednesday January 16th, 2008 3:49:03 PM
Gecktar will cast detect evil on the way to the harbor master, just in time to scan him and those around him.
Meeting Guido Wednesday January 16th, 2008 11:59:47 PM Winterglade suggests that the most promising leads are the harbour master and this unknown Jacktar. He also suggests that perhaps the corrupt guardsmen could somehow be found out and removed. He recommends that the first place they go to is the Harbour Master.
Gecktar feels that the town is under great shadows and he suggests that perhaps it has something to do with the evil Doctor. His idea is to first remedy the situations pertaining to the town as they are already there.
Flat-top and Zeoll agree with Gecktar's suggestion. Flat-top questions what their next move should be and Zeoll says they should first pay a visit to the Harbour Master.
As the Chosen are once again making ready to leave the ship and head back into town Captain Heartson approaches them and says "I see that you are heading once again into town. I would offer four of my best crew members to you to guard your gnome friend while you go about your business. We also have some special locked quarters for him below decks if you wish to make sure he will not escape" he says with a grin. "That room is for our guests who may not be of the most honest repute."
Heading down the dock back towards the town and in search of the Harbour Master the companions find that the very person they are looking for is heading towards them with two men at his side, the same men who boarded the ship when they first arrived. Gecktar casts detect evil on the Harbour Master and those who are with him. (No evil is detected) The official approaches the Chosen and says "Friends.. I hope it is alright to call you that. My name is Guido. I am sorry I did not introduce myself before but as you can see things have been pretty busy lately what with having to inspect every ship that comes into the harbour. " He pauses for a moment then continues "I actually have some time free at the moment and I was wondering if you would mind coming to my offices for a bit. Do not worry there is no trouble with you but there are some problems brewing within the town that maybe you could help with or even offer some suggestions. There is not a lot of funds available to me but I can offer you at least some payment in return for your kindness and I would also like to reward you for the part you have already played in keeping our town safe from harm" He then waits to see if the friends are going to come with him.
Winterglade Thursday January 17th, 2008 5:14:01 AM
"Not at all, Harbour Master. Do lead on, please."
Flat-top Thursday January 17th, 2008 9:21:54 AM
Flat-top losely wrap his cloak around him and follows Glade. "I'm right behind you Glad"
Brahmah Thursday January 17th, 2008 1:20:54 PM
Brahmah, always cautious around unknown centaurs and humans, draws his kukri and walks on. [Even if he is asked to put it away.]
Gecktar Thursday January 17th, 2008 3:33:13 PM "All is fine, we will be happy to share some information with you and maybe help you. Don't search too hard for reward this is not whatlead our feet. I will be happy to pierce some of the shadows over this city."
Zeoll Thursday January 17th, 2008 3:58:24 PM
Zeoll is glad to meet the harbor master and to ask him his questions (see previous post). He tells him that no reward is needed.
In the office Thursday January 17th, 2008 11:19:22 PM
The Chosen agree to Guido's request and follow him to his offices. Zeoll asks the official some questions; however Guido remains silent until they have reached his office. He ushers the companions into his small quaint office which makes for a tight squeeze once all the Taurs are inside. He eyes Brahmah's weapon but says nothing about it. Once they are all in the room he says "As I said I am Guido and the Master of the Harbour here. Things around here have been rather busy the last few months since Blackheart (the new Guard Captain) has arrived."
He turns to his left and opens a cabinet takes out a few glasses and a bottle of wine "May I offer you a drink?" he says and pours everyone a glass of wine. "It is a fine imported Elven wine" he adds "Now where was I?" he looks at Zeoll then says "Oh yes! To answer your question who is the leader of the local government? Right now no one ... Or I guess Blackheart would be for the Mayor was killed a few months ago shortly after Blackheart arrived. I suspect that Blackheart is behind it but can't prove it for he has blamed this crime and several others on the previous Guard Captain Jacktar. There are few people that will speak out against him for any that do seem to disappear or die under unusual 'accidents'. Blackheart has not done anything to me as of yet but that is because I had kept a low profile just simply inspecting my ships and keeping to myself until you all came into town. Jacktar fled town several weeks ago and is trying to strike back but does not have the resources to do so. He has few men and little weapons. He does stop some of the smugglers and miscreants from entering town when possible but once they are in town he has no power. Blackheart just has too many men." He pauses to take a sip of his wine. "This is the first time that the undead have attacked us but it seems there are rumours that undead are roaming the remote areas but we believed that was just folks talking. Nothing surprises me now and that is why I have come to you. If this keeps up our town is doomed little will be here for the honest folks and we will have to flee. Blackheart cares for nothing here other than the money he is making and soon will move on and ravage somewhere else for this will be a ghost town. Many people are starting to leave already." he stops talking almost if he is done then he says "Please I beg of you to help us and to not leave us under his cruel thumb. Please find out where Captain Jacktar and his guards are and bring them home so we can be rid of this evil"
Winterglade Friday January 18th, 2008 2:22:34 AM
"Oh, this is bad, far worse than, er, I, originally thought. Well, this is not the kind of situation we could or would want to ignore."
"One thing to be taken into consideration is that news of our conversation here will reach this Blackheart's ears."
Flat-top Friday January 18th, 2008 8:34:49 AM
"Hmmm! Do you think So? Gla--- Err! I Mean Goodbarrel!" Flat-top carect himself, "It also sounds that He's also full of himself!!" Flat-top think for a moment.
"Captain! (Brahmah) I don't like taurs or human, fleesing their neibors. We could get a little pracktis in by helping these people! Maybe we should push him back a few miles??"
"Beside I Need A Shave!" said Flat-top, He was trying to tell Captain Brahmah that the whole group need a little action.
Brahmah Friday January 18th, 2008 1:00:18 PM
"We'll help of course, but we would hope that this meeting does stay within these walls. If there is one in this place untrustworthy or you have doubts about, let me know." The minotaur smiles. "I'll make sure the word doesn't travel beyond these walls... for your safety and ours."
Zeoll Friday January 18th, 2008 4:14:05 PM
"Well, that is some news," Zeoll tells Guido. "It seems we have to find Jacktarr and then kill this Blackhearrt and his followerrs."
"Orr we can just attack now."
"We could go to this Captain of the Guarrd, and I can trry to Charrm or Suggest that he meet with us in prrivate. Then we jump him and take him down. Then his crronies and lackeys will surrender, most likely."
Brahmah Friday January 18th, 2008 6:42:57 PM
A horrible and terrifying thought blazes to light in the ranger's horned head. "Um, Guido, by chance did this 'Blackheart' appear with a small group in tow. A band of fellows? Perhaps they might have been wounded? Does Blackheart perhaps look like...." He describes in detail what the Minions of Marteuas and Vargas all look like.
He turns to the Chosen. "We lose him at the pyramid, what, about six weeks ago maybe two months and now these folks are having problems just afterward. It seems like his MO. He's creating division. Scaring off or killing rivals. I think this Blackheart and Vargas are one and the same."
End to the meeting Friday January 18th, 2008 8:48:33 PM
Guido says Thank you, You are truly heroes as I have thought I am deeply in your debt and if you will not take payment then please accept a favor from me in the future and my thanks now,
I am sure that it is a little to late for that as Blackheart has been watching your movements from the time that you talked to him and maybe before he has many spy's and I think the only reason I am still alive is I have never crossed him but rather suited his needs for money sending him crooks that he could blackmail or allow to bribe him for freedom.
I would suggest that you attempt to make contact with Jacktar as soon as you can and see if he will aid you it will also hopefully trick Blackheart into thinking that you are trying to kill Jacktar rather then aiding his cause.
I am going to disappear for a time until you return and hope that Blackheart will not find me
You must go before anyone shows up here and you are trapped
Brahmah Saturday January 19th, 2008 9:57:19 AM
Brahmah looks confused. "We met Blackheart?"
Zeoll Saturday January 19th, 2008 10:10:44 AM
"Well, *I* met him. I got him to rrelease Ballantine the Gnome. I gave him 500 gp with the prromise of 500 morre. He hirred us to find and kill Jacktarr. That's a good thing, because we can searrch for Jacktarr openly and the guarrd will not mind!"
DM Kristel Saturday January 19th, 2008 11:54:47 AM
OOC Yup Brahmah you and Zeoll met him - that was when Zeoll met with the Captain of the guard when you guys got the gnome out - we just never gave him a name :o)
Brahmah Saturday January 19th, 2008 5:00:32 PM
"Was he clearly human? Or were there any other features that were out of the ordinary?"
(Was he human?)
Winterglade Sunday January 20th, 2008 3:50:38 AM
[Zeoll:] "It seems we have to find Jacktarr and then kill this Blackhearrt and his followerrs. Orr we can just attack now." "How chivalrous of us. Brawler would be proud, no doubt about that."
[Guido:] "I am sure that it is a little to late for that as Blackheart has been watching your movements from the time that you talked to him." "You could always throw us out of this office and shout after us you don't take bribes... But you do what you think is best, Harbour Master."
"After that Jacktar fellow, then? With any luck he might have had the time to think up a solution that would bring them to justice without bloodshed. Do we have any leads regarding his location?"
Brahmah Sunday January 20th, 2008 1:27:39 PM
"No! The Chosen of Domi must not look as if they are giving or taking bribes. That is NOT a good idea. And Guido must not look like he's consorting with those types. Stealth is our best bet. Guido, is there an entrance to a sewer or escape tunnels in this place?"
Gecktar Monday January 21st, 2008 3:48:41 AM
Gecktar now sees how the shadow are covering the city. A dictator is at work in the city...
[Zeoll:] "It seems we have to find Jacktarr and then kill this Blackhearrt and his followerrs. Orr we can just attack now." [Glade:]"How chivalrous of us. Brawler would be proud, no doubt about that."
"Sure the death of the leader isn't sufficient to free the city of his yoke."
"He seems to have a large network of spies and I'm sure that one of his lieutenant will come up and take the lead again."
"We should breath of the ember of courage in this city and put in place someone that will incarnate the courage."
"Finding back Jacktar is a good thing to do. And I second Brahmah as we should also incarnate bravery and courage and so not appear bargaining with one or another."
Gecktar turns to Guido "I have scaned all those around you at the time we come to meet you. No of those are trully evil in their heart. This is not sufficient because even those of good heart can be subdued to do bad things if they receive threathening about their lives or the lives of those who are close to them. But you you could work with them I'sure and push them in the good direction."
"Let's get out this place before we get trapped."
"I will need some time to call for Domi's enlightment and try to find Jacktar. I will do this on the boat."
Gecktar offers to asks for Domi's clairvoyance and cast divination to locate Jacktar or have some clues about his location
Flat-top Monday January 21st, 2008 8:46:17 AM
"Alright, Gecthar! If you say so. But I really want to teach that Blach Hearted Sole to leave these good people alone." Flat-top touches the Morning Star around his neck. "Domi Help us do the right thing!" (A small prayer to Domi)
Posting Report for Monday January 21st, 2008 8:57:56 AM
Game "D" The Chosen of Domi For the week of January 14,2008
Name-----MTWTF-SS DM Jon---XOXXX-S " KristleXOXXX-S Brahmah--2XXX2-SS Gecthar--XXXXO Flat-top-X2OXX Glade----XOOXX-S Zeoll----2XOXX-S Moshuski-OOOOO -> Bad Boy Again
Adm Ceil - Just one Bad Boy for the second week.
DM Kristel Monday January 21st, 2008 10:32:34 AM
Moshushi has been placed as inactive by Jerry because of the nonposting
Brahmah Monday January 21st, 2008 10:36:47 AM
*Grieves the loss of Mosushi.... moving on*
Brahmah stands ready to assist the group with this next daunting task which will likely be the death of him or one the the others... par for the course. With the way things were progressing, you'd think the Chosen had a limited time to save the islands, say, about two years.
Zeoll Monday January 21st, 2008 11:47:00 AM
Zeoll senses his friend's feeling of urgency. "Come on, Brrahmah," he says. "Think of it as a challenge!"
Brahmah Monday January 21st, 2008 5:32:39 PM
"I've had enough challenge for several life times, Z. Besides, as a seer, aren't there some special passive powers you can dive into to see our way out of these messes?" Perhaps he says this just a bit to accusatory than necessary, but things are always so hard!
Making an escape Monday January 21st, 2008 9:54:48 PM Brahmah a little surprised inquires as to meeting with Blackheart. Zeoll replies "Well, *I* met him. I got him to rrelease Ballantine the Gnome. I gave him 500 gp with the prromise of 500 morre. He hirred us to find and kill Jacktarr. That's a good thing, because we can searrch for Jacktarr openly and the guarrd will not mind!". Brahmah asks if he was human or if there was anything odd about him. Guido says "I hope you do not mind my interrupting, Blackheart is a centaur but an odd one at that" He then takes another sip of his wine. Winterglade suggests to Guido that he throw the Chosen out yelling at them about not accepting bribes. He also suggests that perhaps Jacktar would possibly have thought of a solution that would bring Blackheart to justice without bloodshed. He asks if there are any leads as to where Jacktar is located. Guido answers "The last that I heard he and his so called rebels had an encampment north of the town. " He pauses thinking for a moment then adds "While I have not been there I can assume it is well guarded but Jacktar is a friend of mine so please tell them that I sent you, that should get you entrance into the camp and to see Jacktar" Brahmah says that it must not look as if the Chosen are taking or giving bribes and that it would be best that it not look like Guido is consorting with that type either. He also asks Guido if there is an escape tunnel or sewer they can use to get out without being seen. "Actually there are some long forgotten tunnels under the city and there is a hidden door that I can take you to that will lead you out of the city, but I must have your word that you will keep this a secret" the Harbour Master says. Gecktar realizes that a dictator is at work here. He suggests that "We should breath of the ember of courage in this city and put in place someone that will incarnate the courage." He agrees with the suggestion of finding Jacktar and agrees with Brahmah that they should not be seen seeming to give or take bribes. Gecktar tells Guido that those around him are not truly evil but that he should still be careful because people can be convinced when their lives or the lives of their loved ones are threatened and he suggests that the Harbour Master may be able to help steer them in the right direction. Guido thanks Gecktar for his advice and promises to do his best. Gecktar then asks Domi for his guidance and casts Divination in hopes to find some clues as to where Jacktar is hiding out. Gecktar Highlight to display spoiler: {you see a heavily wooded area with a clearing in the middle, there are some tents set up and there are men practicing fighting. There is also a stream going through the encampment. There are cook fires burning and what almost seems like a small vegetable or herb garden.} Flat-top agrees with Gecktar but would rather teach the evil Captain a nasty lesson. He also asks Domi to aid them. Brahmah is ready to help the group but he fears that this could lead to the death of him or one of his friends. He is also aware that there is a short timeline in which to reunite the Taur islands. Zeoll sensing his friends worry tells Brahmah to think of it as a challenge. Guido stands and says "What you all say to me proves to me that you are true and kind-hearted. We welcome any help that you can give us and thank you for everything. he pauses and raises his glass in a toast to the companions. "The best way out of here is through those tunnels that I mentioned. If you give me a moment I will draw you a map that will lead you outside the town on the West side. The only thing I ask though is that once you are out of the tunnels please burn the map because it would be very bad if it were lost and fell into the wrong hands. These tunnels have been long forgotten by most and few besides myself and Jacktar know of them. I assume that when Jacktar does come back to take back his position of Captain of the guard that he will use these tunnels. There are hidden trap doors in various places all over the city, the least of which is at the Guards office and jail" he says with a chuckle. Guido then sits down and draws out the map for the Chosen. Once done he rises and hands the map to Brahmah and says "Thank you again my friends!" he turns to the group with a nod and says "Shall we go now"
OOC we boo booed -- we originally called Blackheart -- Blackmane so from now on we are going to just call him Blackheart sorry for the confusion everyone
Flat-top Tuesday January 22nd, 2008 7:23:19 AM
Flat-top feel Very Gentletaur that he think he is, so he bows to his Captain Brahmah and speaks, "By all means My Captain, Let us depart! Let us get our little hoves wet and see what we can muster some fun around here or there, what ever pleases us!"
Then ha chuckle to himself. (Tee Hee!)
Brahmah Tuesday January 22nd, 2008 7:54:22 AM
(OOC: Well, at least by calling him Blackmane, I would have known he was tauran. :) Blackheart the centaur it is!)
"One last thing. What made Blackheart so odd?"
He takes the map and looks at it and tries his best to memorize landmarks and directions. (If you would like I can make some checks or rolls.) "Perhaps we should simply wait in the tunnels?" He smiles, but there is a tone of seriousness.
"You said earlier you were planning to disappear for awhile? Where might you go Guido, should we have to reach you?"
Winterglade Tuesday January 22nd, 2008 9:47:52 AM
[Guido:] "...that should get you entrance into the camp..." <Mumble mumble>. "If he catches wind of what we supposedly agreed to do for Blackheart it will get us an arrow in the eye."
"Ready whenever you are. Let's move on, Goodbarrel is not getting any younger." The centaur picks himself up and gets ready to face the tunnels.
Zeoll Tuesday January 22nd, 2008 4:02:29 PM
This plan sounds excellent to Zeoll. Sneak out through the back door, find Jacktar, and return with reinforcements to take down the tyrant.
"Let's go," he says. "We promise to keep your secrets," he tells the harbor master."
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