Harley Thursday July 17th, 2008 12:50:44 PM
Harley does not accept the offer from the jeweler. He follows his intuition and searches out more another opinion. Perhaps at a local church or in the arts district.
Malfus Al'Garik (DM Carl) Thursday July 17th, 2008 6:31:19 PM
Initially Harley's attempts at a sale meet with minimal success. But it seems he has put the word about in the right circles. He is approached at last by a slight fellow with a sour expression and fastidious beard. He is immaculately dressed, to the point of prissiness.
"My name is Malfus Al'Garik, of the Sages' Guild" he snaps. It is clear he considers talking to the likes of Harley as significantly beneath him. "I understand you have an item for sale which might be of interest to me. I'll see it now." He stands there, tapping his foot, exuding impatience, as he waits for Harley to present the egg. He takes the object in his hands, turns it a few times, runs his fingers over the surface, taps it lightly, places an ear to it, tuts in a disappointed manner, then suspends a pendulum over it and observes the way it swings. Finally he peers into the lens and examines the diorama within. All the while he maintains the expression of a man with far far better things to do, and far far better people to be doing them with.
"Hmf. A shame. Later period Gruwellan. His early work was far superior, of course, though not a patch on the master, Mageliani. And only a single piece. As a matching pair, these are an pretty enough diversion. Without its twin though, hardly worth my time. Still, one can hardly expect an adventurer" (he enunciates the word in the same way one might describe a particularly repugnant case of the pox) "to know of such things. I suppose it's a mercy you didn't try to cook it for breakfast. I'll give you 7000 gold for it, and consider yourself lucky I'm willing to part with that. "
He keeps hold of the golden egg as he reaches for his belt pouch.
Xenia (AC24, 68/68HP) - 2nd Post Thursday July 17th, 2008 9:11:40 PM
Wood chips still clinking here and there, flakes of white against her dark clothing, Xenia appears just in time to hear the suggestion made by Theo Wizard Guy.
"We used to always just take the teleport pad. You wouldn't believe how much they've raised the prices, though. 1500 klinkers per person!!! Fifteen hundred! But I guess you coulda seen that coming from across the lake, what with all the rebuilding going on after the Fey King crisis. They got everyone over a barrel."
"If you think you can make it, Harley, that would be great. Otherwise, we could pay all chip in to send you both across."
Florin Jadenth d20+3=19 ; Thursday July 17th, 2008 9:48:44 PM
Florin smiles and looks to Syr, "Looks like the kids are learning more lessons then just monk skills and such. I think they might be abit young to learn the sword though so no use for me to try anything." Florin smiles, knowing he will get leadership training later when he finally takes his last training in the WLA but that was a ways away, he didn't have the money to donate for that. Florin's mind does go back to little Jella though, she was only 5 and he had been teaching her how to handle a dagger and later was working with a shortsword, between teaching her of the ways of a paladin. He however never went out of his way to make her think he expected her to be like him, she needed to choose her own path in life.
Florin looks to Syr, "Heh, if you start teaching I might take some beginner tips from you too. Not that I plan to be a monk you know, just might come in handy one day."
He hadn't taken time for this in some time so later when he can Florin will slip off and practice with his bastardsword "Glimmer" since it's his weapon of choice. If any of the kids do follow him or anything then he will becareful to keep a eye on them, speaking to any who watch, "Ahh, like Syr, I have to keep in practice too." Florin will look over any gathered kid/s and thinks before moving to get a decent stick or so, making sure it is not to long or heavy, "If you like to try I will show you the correct movments. Just remember though, any weapon is to be respected, the moment you don't, it will teach you too."
Other then training some, spending time with the kids and with Ajax which he summons and will let the kids have a small ride if they wish, Florin just tries to relax.
In his offtime Florin will pull out his tools for silverworking and just kind of mess with it to see what happens. (Craft silverworking:19)
Syr Friday July 18th, 2008 12:54:52 AM
Syr shrugs his shoulders, "Teaching? I dunno... what with the business and all. I'm not quite sure that I have the time. I suppose I could show them some tips from time to time..." His brow wrinkles in thought, "Do you really think they want to learn? Sure some of them have promise..."
When Florin offers to join the class, the elf chuckles, "What do they say again about old dogs and tricks?"
The elf waits patiently for the others to prepare to leave but seems to be watching Harley a bit more than is necessary.
Xenia (AC24, 68/68HP) - 2nd Post Friday July 18th, 2008 11:05:42 AM
*ffffff-tuk*
Needs some work.
*ffffff-tuk*
The pulls not as smooth as her masterwork bow. That throws off the aim. But this is her bow. Made with her own hands. And who knows. Maybe, with a little practice, someday she could become a master bow maker.
*ffffff-tuk*
"You wanna try, Kyria?" Xenia turns to the little blonde haired girl sitting nearby. Xenia's special friend. She's grown so much. Maybe ten years old from the look of her now. And now a nut brown, tanned by the sun. Living out here on the plantation looks to have been good for her.
Xenia strings up her old bow, the masterwork one she'd bought at the Catacombs. Short as the bow is, it's still a bit big for the girl.
*f-shuk*
The arrow buries itself into the ground a short distance away.
"Here. Lets work on your release ... "
The afternoon passes. Some arrows actually hit the target. In the end, Xenia gives the masterwork bow to little Kyria.
"We're leaving for Floating City soon, Sweetheart," Xenia says, bending for a hug. "But I'll leave that bow with you, and you can show me what you can do next time we come out."
Wynn [AC=26; HP=75/75] Friday July 18th, 2008 9:42:47 PM
Wynn watches Xenia with her new bow as she teaches her protege. He smiles and returns to his writing. When teh rest are ready to go to Floating City, Wynn will accompany them. He is anxious to return to their home to see what progress has been made in their absence.
Ready to Return to the Float (DM Cayzle) Saturday July 19th, 2008 1:40:16 AM
Theo's play with the kids makes him realize the Crimson Shields are giving these orphans gifts that many have not had the chance to enjoy. That he himself did not enjoy. That's a sad thought, but maybe it is a happy thought too. Either way, the mage is ready to go to the Float.
Xenia is busy making her bow. She finds that she has some skill for it. When it is done, she spends some time with one of the wards of the orphanage, one with whom she shares a bond. The girl does not say much, but she looks up to Xenia, she can tell, with a little more than some hero worship and love.
Xenia tells the group that teleporting to the Float is way expensive. If Theo and Harley can manage it, the group should be okay ... and it seems likely they can.
Harley finds that a sage has heard of his egg, and is interested in buying it. [OOC: Please do continue the bargaining with DM Carl. Either we'll assume that the trading happens while the group is still on the Plateau, of Harley can teleport back and forth if the negotiations drag out.]
What does an off-duty paladin do? Well, Florin makes good use of his time fooling around and training with Syr and the kids, and also with the sword later on, again with kids. Add in visiting with his holy mount -- and a few "pony rides" -- plus puttering around doing silverwork and his own private practice, and Florin's days are very full.
Syr enjoys the interaction with Florin and the kids, but watches Harley too. Thinking about getting back to the Float, maybe?
Wynn updates his journal and just relaxes. He too is ready to go back to the Float.
Is everyone ready? Where in the Float are you going, exactly? When? How do you appear? what do you do after that?
Xenia (AC24, 68/68HP) - 2nd Post Sunday July 20th, 2008 8:32:23 AM
"Everything on Open Level is *BIG*!" Xenia throws her arms up under the wide open sky (the real sky) as a counter point to the massive temples and palaces that surround them.
"Gold is where all the richies and nobles live. [i]It's where Florin's folks live too," she whispers to Harley and Theo, as part of the Gold Level part of the tour.
"This is Merchant Level. We got our new digs here. We'll come back up here so lets move through real quick."
"Barracks Level is where the City Guard does their city guarding."
"Fence Level. This is where we used to live. 'Afore the Fey King had the Crying Woods tear the Float down. The Giggling Ghost is here too. You'll like it. Best inn on the Float."
"And this is Trash Level." The rogue stops at the bottom of the final underramp as the terrific stench of the place rolls over her little tour group. The tremendous poverty and suffering speaks for itself.
OoC: I have jpegs of the group's old apartement, the layout of the Plateau City plantation and others. How do I get a login on Woldipedia to upload these?
Harley Sunday July 20th, 2008 11:54:19 AM
Harley contemplates Malfus's offer. It is better than the last offer by 40%. A lot of what the man says goes right over Harley's head. One thing does catch his ear and that is that fact that there is a twin to the egg. Harley really doubts there is a twin to the egg considering where and who he got it from. That little bit of information causes Harley not to trust the man's offer. He wonders if there is more to this egg than meets the eye.
"You say it is worth more with its twin? Well then I will just have to go back out adventuring and find the other one. This way I can maximize my profit by selling both at the same time. Malfus, I thank you for taking the time to educate me on the value of my egg. Where can I find you when I have both?"
Harley retrieves his egg and goes back to his companions and gets ready to go to the floating city.
OOC - character updated on google docs. Do you want an email copy?
Malfus Al'Garik (DM Carl) Sunday July 20th, 2008 4:07:36 PM
The prim fellow's eye's go wide as his bluff is called, and the colour drains from his face.
"You- you'll just go out and find another one? A relic from the second age? Are you mad? Have you any idea how rare these things-"
He stops, hands over his mouth, aware of what he has just said. Backpeddling furiously he says "Ah, that is to say, I know a collector who might be willing to part with enough to make it worth my while to up my offer a little. Ten thousand, and not a copper bit more. If you need to think about it you can reach me by enquiring at the Sages' Guild."
Syr Monday July 21st, 2008 9:25:37 AM
Assuming the party travels back to the Float, Syr immediately breaks away, "Guys, I gotta beg off Xenia's tour." He grins at Xenia, "I've been here once or twice, I think. Besides, I have to go check on Dotta and Shield Construction to see how things are going. I'll catch back up to you at the house." He looks over at the paladin, "Hey Florin, want to come?"
(OOC: How many weeks have we been gone?)
Theodore & Macaw (arcane sight, comprehend languages, darkvision, see invisibility, tongues) Monday July 21st, 2008 11:49:00 AM
Theodore is ready to go. As soon as Harley takes him over, Theodore can look around a bit before coming back to get the others.
Home Sweet Home (DM Cayzle) Monday July 21st, 2008 5:58:40 PM
Harley and the sage continue their bargaining [DM OOC: Feel free to continue that, and we will retcon the results into the game as needed]. Harley gets ready to return.
Theo and Harley are the first to go, so that Theo can get to know the place and then help ferry the party. By the end of the day, the Crimson Shields are home.
Belkior joins the party and returns with you. [OOC: John P tells me he will be rejoining us soon, yay!]
Angus stays here in proximity to the Orphans and the advantages of Plateau City.
Xenia offers a tour of the Float. Syr offers a tour of the business. Seems that Theo will have a lot to see, should he choose to go a-sight-seeing
A couple of the orphans ask Syr to take them with and train them to be monks in his service. Does he allow that?
[DM OOC: We are close to a new module, folks. Please take a day to catch up RP-wise. Any special actions before we jump into it?]
Florin Jadenth Monday July 21st, 2008 8:02:43 PM
(OOC:Cayzle, computer use is abit limited right now. I will get my CS updated as quick as possible. To save time could Florin see about getting some healing potions like csw or such right here in the game.)
Florin smiles and nods to Syr, "I'll come along. I need to see if I can get some healing items too." Florin looks to the others, "Enjoy the tour guys. Have fun Xenia. Ohh." Florin pulls out the letter he had wrote to Ivy and Jella and grins, holding it out to Xenia, "Would you mind dropping this off at my house on your tour. I jotted the location of the groups new home on here after you explained to me back at the orphanage. I like everyone to meet Ivy."
Florin heads off with Syr, and talks to him about stopping at the GG a moment. At the GG Florin goes in and speaks to Happy. This being the first time heh as seen Happy in sometime, since the Fey King stuff. He explains to Happy about his marriage to Ivy and such and asks if it would be possible to have a small gathering (just Ivy, Jella and the group). Since this may cost more then Florin has considering he needs to buy some healing items he hopes Happy will allow him to pay the bill later, offering a signed IOU since a paladin is usually good for his word.
With this done Florin slips back out and heads the rest of the way with Syr, "We have to go back to the GG later. I hope you and the others won't mind. I think it's fitting that we have a nice meal as a group in the GG like old times. Not to mention maybe Ivy won't want my head for vanishing for awhile on her."
Xenia (AC24, 68/68HP) Monday July 21st, 2008 8:16:16 PM
Lying on her back, Xenia kicks her feet, a pillow over her mouth to cover the sounds of glee.
Her bed! Her own bed!
Outside, the light from the magic ceiling bathes Merchant Level in afternoon glow. It lights the balcony outside the room, the room that belongs to Wynn and herself. It lights the nice woods just beyond the stone wall. Their own stone wall.
Tonight she'd wear the satin Chemise for him. So smooth against her skin. So smooth beneath his hand.
Night would come soon enough to all the levels.
And tomorrow? Tomorrow begins the investigation. The investigation into Lord Perimon. The guy who sent the settlers into the Crying Woods in the first place. The guy who took Prionel prisoner. The guy probs responsible for the attack during the times of the Fey King.
Might take 'bout a week to dig out just what he was up to. A week to find out just how bad he really is. Then would come the thieving. Bit by bit, thieving everything he's got. Thieving him blind.
Theodore & Macaw (arcane sight, comprehend languages, darkvision, see invisibility, tongues) Tuesday July 22nd, 2008 9:35:26 AM
Theodore sticks with the tour group, listening attentively to Xenia. "Are there any places in the city where students of the Art congregate?" he asks her. If there are any such places, Theodore makes a note to visit them, later.
He also asks Xenia, "What is the purpose of your group?"
PC Sheets (DM Cayzle) Tuesday July 22nd, 2008 10:47:26 AM
Cayzle OOC: Yes, please put them on Google and send them to me too. No hurries.
Xenia (AC24, 68/68HP) - 2nd Post Tuesday July 22nd, 2008 11:05:42 AM
OoC: Flashback
"Well, there's the Star Mage's guild in Plateau City," Xenia says in reply. "I mean, if you can pop around the way you been doing, Theo, don't see no reason why you couldn't go see them there."
The rogue takes a quick look over her shoulder, a look back at the Jadenth estate. No one but a snooty Major Domo there to take Florin's letter. Would have been nice to see what Ivy looked like.
"You know, Theo, never understood why them Star Mages never had a place out here on the Float. Maybe you could talk 'em into letting you start a chapter. Or a tower. Or a coven. Or whatever you call that stuff."
"As for the Shields, it's in the name. We pertect folks. Orphans. Lost druids. Stuff like that. What do you think? Of the group, I mean?"
Wynn [AC=26; HP=75/75] Tuesday July 22nd, 2008 5:38:54 PM
Wynn re-aquaints himself with their abode in floating city. He does the rounds of the neighbourhood, looking in on local shopkeepers, speaking with the neighbours, and regaling patrons of the local watering holes with stories of the Crimson Shields, Plateau City, and Cinnamon Valley. His songs, poems and stories feature the heroics of Xenia, Syr, Belkior and the others, his own part having been insignificant in comparison. On more than one occasion he raises a glass in memory of Lang, the best damn bugbear anyone could ever hope to meet.
At home the bard falls easily into the quiet life. Mornings on the small veranda with a mug of steaming 'Kaffe' and Xenia, an hour or so of weapons practice, albeit always at a much more relaxed pace than the others, and a few hours of 'puttering' about the house repairing anything that appears to be in need of repair, or anything too small for Syr and his workforce.
The nights are for Xenia and him. He had wondered at times if his feelings for the dark-skinned rogue would wane with time, but to his surprise they had deepened. He looked forward each evening to the night, and their time together.
Belkior Tuesday July 22nd, 2008 10:53:59 PM
The halfling cleric listens intently as his companions discuss the recent events.
"It appears that I have missed a lot of happenings. Can anyone briefly tell me what has occurred?"
Harley Tuesday July 22nd, 2008 11:03:53 PM
Harley turns back around when the man, Malfus increases his offer to 10,000 gps. He ignores the man's mad comment. He slowly returns to stand in front of Malfus, turning the precious egg over in his hand. Harley gives the egg a long hard look before making his decision.
"Malfus, I think we are both going to make out well on this deal. I accept your offer of 10,000 gps. Thank you for the fair deal."
Harley goes with the sage to collect his money.
After he gets his money he heads over to the catacombs for a quick purchase or two.
Syr Wednesday July 23rd, 2008 2:03:29 AM
Before leaving the orphanage the elf stands in the middle of the small pack of children smiling happily. Syr shakes his head fondly at the children, "Give it a bit more time little ones. No need to grow up so fast. But you all keep practicing and I'll be back to test you."
Once back at the Float, Syr breathes in the stale air from the crowded city, "There is no other place I'd call home." He breaks away from the others to head down to Shield Construction.
On the way to work, Syr chats with Florin, occasionally pointing out a building that their crew did work on. He enters the offices of Shield Construction and immediately spies Dotta. With a smile he rushes up to give her a strong hug before whispering briefly in her ear. When he notices her peering over his shoulder he takes a step back and introduces the two of them. "Dotta was quite a find at a time when this city really needed it. She's the best construction foreman in the city. Wood, stone, thatch, you name it!" Leading Florin through the warehouse, he talks about the trade arrangements they've made with the elves for raw materials giving most of the credit to their foreman. Later, he sits down with Dotta to discuss business.
(OOC: I'm gonna assume 3 months has passed.)
Role Call -ADM Scott the Southern Wednesday July 23rd, 2008 2:21:48 AM
Cayzle XXXOX (Missed DM post) Florin OXXOO Theo XXXOX Syr XXXOX Xenia XXXOX Wynn XXXOO Harley XOXOX
Malfus Al'Garik (DM Carl) Wednesday July 23rd, 2008 3:51:39 AM
Malfus hands over the whole pouch of gold. The resentment that glitters briefly in his dark eyes is swiftly replaced by a look of avarice as the egg is handed over.
"Marvelous" he breaths, stroking the egg. Harley is completely forgotten. "The workmanship! I'd heard, but never dared to dream..."
He wanders off and is soon lost in the crowd.
Xenia (AC24, 68/68HP) - 3rd Post Wednesday July 23rd, 2008 9:59:08 AM
"Since you went back with Angus?" Xenia shakes her head. "Not much. After you left, we went into the Tower of Boydos. Yeah. I know, bad move. But it didn't seem real safe for those ex-Ga'alies."
"The inside is all weird and shifty. All in all, nothing real threatening. There were these two guys, Tangle and Jangle. Ginormous dwarves with amazing powers. They could make stuff appear just by waving their hands. But they were pretty friendly, and mostly just interested in betting and watching things fight."
"There was also this, place, like, we'd stepped into the middle of a war. There were all these clerics of Alemi there. They were, you know, zombies, but they didn't know it. You woulda thought that was pretty weird."
"I think we were only in there a couple of days. But when we come out, looks like a week or more's passed by."
"Heard you put down some ghost things out at the plantation. I tell you, that place is, like, this magnet for the undead or sump'in."
Have you been half asleep? And have you heard voices? (DM Cayzle) Wednesday July 23rd, 2008 12:57:55 PM
Florin goes shopping locally for a few healing potions. He can easily find cure light wounds potions for 100 gold each, and cure moderate wounds potions for 500 each. Cure serious wounds potions will take a little looking. That's without bargaining or doing anything else to look for a deal DM OOC: I can think of a couple ways to get better deals, but don't want to tell you them. Think of one or two yourself and we'll see. Or pay for convenience!]
Florin finds that Happy makes it easy for him. Of course he can throw a private party at the Ghost! And of course his word is bond on the expenses -- Happy pretends to be offended at any other suggestion. He tells Florin that he has a very nice roast of lamb that will be perfect for the affair. Any special requests for decorations or entertainment? Happy can have a house minstrel, or whatever Florin likes. Happy asks if this is a surprise party?
After the touring, Xenia just revels in being home.
Theo asks where mages gather in the city, and of course, since the Float is to its core a magical place, there are lots of sites that attract arcane interest. Garfold's Tower of Timelessness, say, or Critaceous' Certified Curios. The House of Gnerwen attracts its share of casters. Though some look down on it, Professor Nightshade's Taxidermy Shop is a trove of a certain kind of lore. Not to mention diverse taverns and watering holes that cater to the more cerebral crowd. Theo does not have time today to do more than collect names of places to visit later!
Theo and Xernia have an interesting conversation about the Crimson Shields.
Wynn spends the day sniffing around his old haunts. There are welcomes from many, though some familiar faces are not to be seen. The most ominous note: rumors of plague, especially in the Trash Level. But he is glad to come home and spend the evening with Xenia. Home at last.
Belkior and Xenia compare notes about recent events.
Harley drives a hard bargain with the quirky scholar and returns to the Float as well. Time for some shopping!
Syr bids the children farewell and engages Florin in conversation. But the business of business fills his thoughts. Dotta and her crews have been very busy still patching up damage done by the agents of the Fey King and his allies. But the work has gone much faster than expected. The Float is teeming with Fixers of Alemi, who walk around helping out without pay. Some people fear the way their hands glow, not to mention the drops of blood they pull out of the air to use in their work. But there's no question that the city would be in far worse shape now without them.
[DM OOC: Let e know in e-mail more about this business, please. Is it for profit? Send Carl and Cayzle some details, please.]
It is a busy first day back, and at night you all fall into sleep easily and deeply.
And maybe it is no surprise that in your dream, you all see each other, sitting in chairs in a circle. A strong but older man in a blacksmith's apron stands at the center of your dream circle.
Xenia, Wynn, Syr, and Belkior recognize this man. It is Domi, the god of bravery, who set you on your mission to stop the agents of Ga'al in the southern Windbourne Hills. But Theo, Harley, and Florin sense immediately that they are in the presence of divinity.
You have done well, oh children. You have been brave indeed. Some have fallen away into the dark, as I knew they would. But fate and more have conspired to put other able heroes in their places. You get a feeling of sadness tempered by hope from the god, as he no doubt intends.
You have done well in my service, far from your floating home. And you see that you have returned here in time to continue your heroic work now, when you are needed. But I will not send you off to your labors without reward, nor with mysteries unrevealed. Come, ask me your questions, and then tell me if you would prefer a blessing, or a boon. The blessing will help you with your greatest weakness. The boon is a favor that you can ask of me -- to be fulfilled right now.
Come, my heroes! Be brave, and speak.
Xenia (AC24, 68/68HP) Wednesday July 23rd, 2008 8:48:49 PM
It's the Power Dream again. Xenia takes a moment to admire the look of stately calm and self possession on Wynn's face. It's in the eyes. Yup. Must be in the eyes.
Then the Domi guy says something about boons and blessings, and the Xenia's own eyes go wide.
"Um, um, if you don't mind, I got a question. Well, it's two questions. I mean, when you say boon to fulfill right now, do you mean I could ask for five hundred thousand gold klinkers to take with me and spend any way I want to? Or, or, could I ask you go give me the power to 'port myself, like Theo, any time I wanted, as many times as I wanted, forever?"
There is a pause. It's a speechless kinda pause. Mostly 'cause the rogue is speechless with the thought of it all.
"Um ... second question is ... " She scrapes together a modicum of composure. " ... I mean, as a god, you know. As a god who's interested in pertecting folks, like I hear that you are. Couldja tell me, what do you think my greatest weakness is?"
Belkior Wednesday July 23rd, 2008 9:50:14 PM
The halfling cleric ponders how he has become fated to meet with the helpmate of his deity so many times. Belkior's training, and personal experience, has shown him that these meetings are frequently portents of great change in the Wold. And great change usually bring sboth opportunity and danger to the mortals who become involved in the dealings of the Gods of the Wold.
"Excuse me, Domi. Could you tell us more of what our task will be?"
Belkior nervously swings his bare feet above the floor, resisting the urge to wrap his toes around the legs of the chair as he would a thin branch in the top of a tree. After waiting for the God to reply to both his question and Xenia's, Belkior states his request.
"I am unsure whether I desire a blessing or a boon. Either way, I wish to protect and preserve my companions."
Wynn [AC=26; HP=75/75] Thursday July 24th, 2008 12:30:59 AM
Wynn remembers the last time he was give the opportunity of a gift...the Knot of Druiss was not so kind to him. He had learned to live with the affliction of webbed fingers and gills, and they had even been useful on a few occassions, but the memory was still fresh in his mind and begged caution.
"Domi " he asks, "When we overcame the Ga'alian priest in the dragon's lair, and Syr ripped the heartseed from his chest, was this the cause of the withered heartseeds elsewhere? How did our actions have such widespread effect?"
Given that Domi does not grow impatient with the questions of mere mortals, Wynn will ask for a blessing. "I have many weaknesses great Domi" he starts, "Xenia is perhaps my greatest. I would wish for a greater ability to defend her and my companions from danger. " With that simple request, the bard retakes his seat and awaits judgement.
Syr Thursday July 24th, 2008 11:07:43 AM
Syr sits quietly while others speak, weighing the blessing vs. boon in his mind. As the others mention protecting each other as their weakness, the elf finds his thoughts drifting toward the orphans and not the group. Coming to a decision quickly, he smiles at the man.
Standing up in his dream, he comes before the man head bowed in respect, "I can understand everyone's hesitancy and it's hard not to look a gift horse in the mouth. However, my trainings have consistently led me toward improving myself and my abilities. As you are in close contact with one that I revere, I will trust in his judgment. Please grant me a blessing to aid my weakness?"
(OOC: guys, I'm off on vacation from the 28th-6th. Any volunteers to take Syr then?)
Edited per player request. --Al
Al - OoC Thursday July 24th, 2008 11:20:03 AM
I'll take Syr.
Harley Thursday July 24th, 2008 12:39:26 PM
Harley is in awe when one of his favorite Gods of the Wold visits the Crimson Shields. He is struck speechless at first, unable to answer the blessing or boon request. After his companions begin to speak, Harley is able to gather his thoughts and provide an answer.
"If it is your desire, I too would like a blessing that will reduce my greatest weakness."
OOC - on vacation August 4th through 8th. Anyone want to sub?
Al - OoC Thursday July 24th, 2008 6:19:39 PM
Unless anyone else speaks up by tomorrow afternoon, I'll keep Harley going too.
Answers, Blessings, and Boons: Part One (DM Cayzle) Friday July 25th, 2008 6:49:08 AM
Domi smiles at Xenia's frankness. I like your boldness, Hero, he says. It might help you to think of a boon as a miracle, or a wish.
I am a smith, and so I would say that your weakness is that you are weak.
Belkior asks, "Could you tell us more of what our task will be?" The god answers, Rarely, the gods set a task for a mortal. But more often, we Gods of the Wold prefer to let you mortals find your own way. The path ahead is the path of your own choosing. Be brave and choose well.
Wynn asks about the relation of the party deeds and the recent happenings with regard to heartseeds. Domi answers, By destroying that cleric, you made it easier for other adventurers to do their own job. Those other heroes destroyed the mother heartseed plant in Aisildur, and that caused all heartseeds to wither. Your part was important but incidental to that. if the dragon had converted however, the cleric's revenge -- achieved on dragonback -- would have been catastrophic.
Wynn asks for help protecting others. Good answer, says Domi, smiling.
Syr and Harley ask for a blessing.
Florin and Theo remain quiet. Domi looks at the two, and says, Be bold, now.
[OOC: Xenia has yet to choose boon or blessing. Theo and Florin have yet to say anything. I'll post this evening or after those three have posted. Harley, Syr, Wynn, and Belkior may post too, of course, but since they have already chosen, it is not essential, and I won't wait for them.]
Theodore & Macaw (arcane sight, comprehend languages, darkvision, see invisibility, tongues) Friday July 25th, 2008 10:01:08 AM
(OOC - Sorry, apparently I did not hit the submit button on my post yesterday.)
Theodore is awed to be in the presence of a deity. His second one, but Domi exudes beneficence and calm rather than Marteaus' loathing and disdain.
"I'm sorry," he says to Domi, bowing from his chair. "I'm a bit overtaken by the situation."
As the others speak and ask their questions, Theodore is able to ponder his own choice. He nods his head resolutely.
When he has a chance, "I would ask a boon of you. I fear that my body is too frail to stand up to the power of my enemies. Could you improve my physical constitution, so that I might better withstand the weapon strikes that will surely come my way?"
Xenia (AC24, 68/68HP) Friday July 25th, 2008 11:42:09 AM
His words strike her heart, and her heart, it resounds like a drum. That Wynn would think of her first. Suffused in a wealth of feeling, the rogue nearly misses the words spoken by the god of protection.
"Um, thank you. Domi. Your Grace." Xenia, face flushed red under her dark skin, stumbles through a more demure tone of voice. "I think, if you don't mind, that I'd like a boon too. I heard of this wizard Bond, sump'in that lets you talk to each other through your thoughts. You can talk no matter how far away you are."
"I'd like that for the Shields. So we can work better together. For anyone who is or becomes a Shield. I mean, if that's not askin' too much, Your Grace."
"You know, I keep gettin' the feeling that we met somewhere else 'afore. Not last time, like, I mean, I keep seeing this dragon. And a big battle with orcs and stuff."
"Dunno where it comes from."
"Your Grace."
Syr Friday July 25th, 2008 8:44:47 PM
In the dream, Syr waits patiently in front of the man to bestow his blessing. However, once Xenia responds, he is surprised by her selfless request. He nods to himself with approval that her request speaks well of her heart.
Blessings and Boons: Part Two (DM Cayzle) Friday July 25th, 2008 10:53:01 PM
Domi nods and then reaches out toward you. A light with no visible source grows brighter and brighter until everything is white. When you wake up ...
Wynn finds under his pillow a Rod of Enemy Detection.
Xenia finds that she and Wynn (only) are joined as by a permanent Telepathic Bond.
Belkior finds that he has gained a +2 sacred bonus to his Strength.
Syr gains a +2 sacred bonus to his Charisma. So too does Harley.
Theo gains a +1 sacred bonus to his Strength and +1 to his Constitution.
Florin, who was too shy to speak, gains no boon.
It is a new day in the Float -- a day for a party for Ivy?
Xenia (AC24, 68/68HP) Saturday July 26th, 2008 8:48:37 PM
"I had the most won'erful dream, Wynn." Xenia rolls over to place her chin upon his chest.
"You were great," she thinks, with a smile, cat satisfied. Then ...
"Hey!" It sounded different. "Did you hear that?" In her mind, it sounded different. "I mean, did you hear that in your head, Wynn?" The dream! The dream was true!!!
The next few moments are spent scrambling about the two houses of the properties. Knocking on doors and rousing the others. Can she talk to the others with her mind? No. Only she and Wynn. It isn't till late in the game that she realizes that she's running around in just her panties and filmy chemise.
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After breaking fast, Xenia kits up for work. She kits up for war.
"I'm going out for a bit, Wynn. Gonna try and find out what Lord Perimon's been up to. I'll be up to Alder House first and look up Tarketh. Then maybe stalk around, see if I can't find Perimon's place."
"Love you," she thinks to her sweetie.
Xenia leaves the properties. Next stop, the Circle of Alder, Gold Level, between Copper Way and Ruby Walk. They were the ones who opposed Perimon's settlement in the first place. If anyone would know about him, it would be them.
OoC: Note, Telepathic Bond documented on CS under Feats.
Wynn [AC=26; HP=75/75] Sunday July 27th, 2008 7:00:10 PM
Wynn hears Xenia's mental aside and smiles. "It was you who were great" he thinks. His mind returns briefly to the last several evenings when they had finally had time alone together. "It was you who were great!". The bard's last thought, laced with a hint of lechery sends the rogue running about the house in her 'smalls', much to his amusement.
Once Xenia has determined that her ability is limited to the two of them, he offers to accompany her to find out about Lord Perimon. "Perhaps we can also find out about Prionel and the fate of his people at the city in the trees".
Belkior Sunday July 27th, 2008 10:45:51 PM
The halfling cleric feels his body ripple as Domi gestures towards him in the dream. Belkior's small frame is more muscled and sturdy even if he feels awkward. When he wakes in the morning, the Paragon finds that he needs to re-learn how to handle items and even move, now that he is suddenly stronger.
Question: Cayzle, I had e-mailed you last week about updating Belkior's CS. Specifically: - can he add the magic items that he had been working on crafting? - any experience or other award?
Theodore & Macaw (arcane sight, comprehend languages, darkvision, see invisibility, tongues) Monday July 28th, 2008 9:47:19 AM
(OOC - Updated sheet in link above.)
Theodore wakes up feeling stronger and sturdier. He grins foolishly as he pulls his satchel on, the weight not as much of a nuisance. "Oh boy! Thank you, Domi!" he says to the roof of the apartment, not knowing anywhere better to direct his gratitude.
"Well, I'm going to do some exploring," he says to his group. "I think I'll stop by the Certified Curios for a bit and then check out the Tower of Timelessness. If you need me, I'll probably be at one or the other."
Syrdeth Redbow pauses above his washbowl, his face reflected on the surface of the water. Is that a steelier glint at the corner of his eye? A firmer set to his jaw?
Charisma. A subtle thing.
He watches as a smile touches the lips of the reflection on the water. A smile of approval. A smile of greater confidence.
Whatever it is, Syr decides, it's good and it works.
He dips his hands into the bowl to wash his face and ready for the day and the trip down to Fence Level and the offices of Shield Construction.
OOC: Final Bookkeepings and a Welcome (DM Cayzle) Tuesday July 29th, 2008 7:43:04 AM
Friends, here are some hero point and RP awards for the just-finished module. These are in addition to awards already granted in-game.
Syr - 3 hero points (note leadership role in the Undead Infirmary, ditto pilgrim ferrying). Wynn - 2 hero points (note bravery in ferrying pilgrims across chasm) Florin - 1 hero point Theo - 2 hero points, 300 xp award for Macaw's antics Belkior - 1 hero point, 300 xp award for interacting with the Goncklyn family in Merrydale. Xenia - 2 hero points (note leadership role in the Undead Infirmary), 200 xp award for RP with jangle and Tangle. (Xenia already got an in-game award for her lightning rod trick) Harley - 2 hero points
Note that to an extent these are arbitrary, so apologies if anyone feels slighted. Also, I was sorry not to get more nominations.
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Justin, playing Florin, said on July 22 that he would be out of touch for just a day or two. But he has not posted since then, so I can't say what is going on. Thus, (A) it may be unfair of me to award him no boon from Domi -- I may retcon that after I hear from Justin. and (B) until I hear otherwise, we'll give Florin his party today (see below) and give him an honorable exit from the game for now.
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And let me add some good news! We have a new player, Jeff Luddington at icurbstompu at yahoo dot ca. If you have not done so yet, please shoot him a welcome e-mail. He'll be joining us soon.
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Arrgh! Not enough time in the day. I'll post the start of the new module between 10 and 12:10 today eastern time.
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