Trellus Friday October 30th, 2009 8:51:54 AM
Trellus blanches at Sargrass' request. Not wanting the first words from the 'Pack to be 'no', he says nothing, looks at the ground rather uncomfortably, and waits for his packmates' replies.
Tishe' (AC 12 HP 77 /77) Friday October 30th, 2009 10:15:08 AM
Tishe's brown eyes are wide open and taking in this once in a multi-lifetime event. Even her curiosity is getting all the satisfaction it needs! When Sargrass speaks, she inclines her head, at the acknowledgement; that the children will stay here to start a holy place; that the Manfri will wander the land with the Land; that... huh?
Tishe' smiles and holds up her hand to show the Mark of Gargul. She reaches between her breasts and pulls out a small worked amulet that shows the sign of Pantheon. She looks at the two areas where departed lights had been the presenses of Ma'ab and Ebyron. And she speaks.
" I freely renew my oath to the Sargrass; Talki Fresal, dondit liki; the land, my life. I will continue to protect your land and your rightful people. Yet I have other committments and requirements that I cannot lay aside and still be who I am."
Tishe' looks at the others. She highly doubts that Trellus, Grymash, or Gilan would accept that offer for her same reasons. Yanosh and Falmar seem equally content with the Gray God. It is Olaf and Flea she is most curious about. Would they accept the offer of Sargrass?
Yanosh Friday October 30th, 2009 1:27:44 PM
stunded by the request Yanosh realizes that he may have just pledged himself to Sargrass already. What would Gargul say or do? Could he serve them both? No can serve them both. He has a commitment to the Grey One. Shaking his head the Dwarf states, "I cannot serve you. I am one of Garguls." Silently he steps back near the quiet Flea.
Gilan [HP: 136/140 - AC: 26] [wildshape: ] [] Friday October 30th, 2009 9:35:23 PM
Gilan shakes his head and sighs. "I would enjoy the chance to serve you. But I cannot set aside Mother and Father that easily." His hand reaches up to touch the mark that lays under his clothing. "I also have a commitment to Gargul that I must fullfil as well." Cocking his head to the side he grins.
"Still, I will pay you services in my morning prayers at the same time as the others." Cutting a slight bow, he glances back up and the grin has not left his face. "I hope that you will not be offended by the offer."
WILDSHAPES *1 used out of 10 for the day
SPELLS IN EFFECT *greater magic fang: +3hit/damage : 11hours
SPELLS 0th(6): mending(2), detect magic, purify food and drink(2), detect poison 1st(7): entangle(2), goodberry(2), longstrider*, speak with animals(2) 2nd(5): barkskin(3)**, cat's grace, wood shape 3rd(5): greater magic fang(2)*, speak with plants, plant growth(2)* 4th(5): scrying, air walk(2)*, giant vermin, spike stones 5th(4): animal growth(2), commune with nature, control winds 6th(2): transport via plants, spell staff *masterwork quarterstaff[spell staff]: mass bull's strength*
Falmar AC: 25 (26 with Sword ) HP 59/59 (Endure Elements, Aura of Courage, ), Friday October 30th, 2009 11:07:56 PM
Falmar realizes that he has met two Gods, or Powers in the last couple of weeks...Falmar believes what Sargrass is asking is more than what Gargul asked of him. Work for him, aid him in what way he can, these things he could do, but to give up Domi, to set aside one who he has walked with for so long does not sit well with him. To be a part of this new begining would be a great challenge and an experience few have the opportunity to accept. Loyalty, Honor, one does not change ones God after such a short time.
" Sargrass, I am humbled by your offer. One cannot set aside one who has been with me for so long.... given me courage and the Will to move forward when others fall back.... Domi will know my name.... I cannot set you before all others, but I can honor you in other ways if you wish it of me."
Sargrass Departs (DM JohnP) Sunday November 1st, 2009 11:06:04 PM
Five of the Bloodpack decline the offer from Sargrass, citing prior commitments and allegiances. It remains to be seen whether Grymash might be swayed, or the strangely and long silent Olaf.
It seems that the trepidation that some had in declining the offer from Sargrass was unfounded. Sargrass nods, then focuses his attention briefly on a blade of grass being pushed along the ground by an errant breeze. When Sargrass returns her attention to the Bloodpack, the offer seems forgotten.
"So be it. The offer remains, if you wish, so long as Sargrass remains."
"Sargrass is great with much to learn and do. A gift will come, later."
"Sargrass is within each of you. Sargrass surrounds you. Sargrass knows you. Sargrass may seek you out. Or you seek Sargrass."
"Farewell."
With that puzzling speech, the newly born creature turns and strides away to join the manfri who have been preparing to leave. No one is quite sure what happens as Sargrass departs. Some think that he shrank and darkened, becoming just like one of the Manfri. Others felt that Sargrass grew diffuse, spreading and thinning until Sargrass could not be distinguished from the grass surrounding the clearing. Or, Sargrass might have passed down into the soil.
Regardless, the manfri rapidly depart the clearing to leave the Bloodpack alone there in the dark in the centre of the Sargrass.
Tishe' (AC 12 HP 77 /77) Monday November 2nd, 2009 9:59:47 AM
On the leaving of Sargrass, Tishe' takes a breath, and then uses the time in gathering her thoughts and looking around the clearing. Has anything changed permenantly? A little bit? She wanders in the dead area and over to the great blades of Sargrass waving in the wind. Tishe' wants to find out if the changes in the Sargrass will be gradual or immediate.
Falmar AC: 25 (26 with Sword ) HP 59/59 (Endure Elements, Aura of Courage, ), Monday November 2nd, 2009 12:42:22 PM
Looking at the now mostly empty clearing Falmar begins to wonder where they are, and what they are to do now. He realizes that this has been a very long day, and this looks like as good a place to camp as any. Some rest would do everyone good. How far did we travel with the Manfri ? How long will it take to get back to Oddholme ? Falmar scouts around the old trees hoping to find something to start a small campfire with...
Trellus Monday November 2nd, 2009 1:28:11 PM
Trellus bows his head as Sargrass makes his declaration, although he doesn't really understand what the power is saying.
Sargrass leaves. The manfri and children leave with him. Trellus watches them depart. Silence descends upon the clearing, and still Trellus remains fixed, gazing at the point of Sargrass' departure, pondering.
Tishe and Falmar begin to stir, the latest addition the 'Pack preparing a camp. Trellus breaks free of his reverie, and slowly turns a circle, regarding the clearing.
After another pause in the silence, he speaks.
"Anyone know where we are?"
Gilan [HP: 136/140 - AC: 26] [wildshape: ] [] Monday November 2nd, 2009 9:13:15 PM
Gilan glances around as Sargrass takes his leave, though he is at as much of a loss as the others as to the final comments. Still his eyes taken in the surrounding area of the plains and tries to take in the few changes that are visible. He will have to commune with the surrounding land later to see what other changes might have happened that you could not see.
Glancing to Trellus he shrugs. "I could have gotten four back home with me but that is all." Even though it is no solution to their getting back home he is not sure exactly where they are at. "You give me a little time and I can find out how far from home we are."
WILDSHAPES *1 used out of 10 for the day
SPELLS IN EFFECT *greater magic fang: +3hit/damage : 11hours
SPELLS 0th(6): mending(2), detect magic, purify food and drink(2), detect poison 1st(7): entangle(2), goodberry(2), longstrider*, speak with animals(2) 2nd(5): barkskin(3)**, cat's grace, wood shape 3rd(5): greater magic fang(2)*, speak with plants, plant growth(2)* 4th(5): scrying, air walk(2)*, giant vermin, spike stones 5th(4): animal growth(2), commune with nature, control winds 6th(2): transport via plants, spell staff *masterwork quarterstaff[spell staff]: mass bull's strength*
The Clearing (DM JohnP) Monday November 2nd, 2009 11:06:48 PM
The Bloodpack wonder about their trip back to Oddholme from this place in the centre of the Sargrass. The trip here was aided by the magic of the manfri so Gilan figures that it will take the 'Pack several days, if not more, to return. Gilan and Tishe' are confident enough of their survival ability to determine the best path. If nothing else, it will allow Tishe' time and opportunity to study the Sargrass to determine if any changes will occur as a result of the birth of Sargrass.
But that is for another day. As Falmar commented, it's been a long day and everyone could benefit from a rest. The spellcasters can replenish their spells and everyone can recover from any wounds.
DM Note - Experience e-mails tomorrow.
Tishe' (AC 12 HP 77 /77) Tuesday November 3rd, 2009 10:50:21 PM
Tishe' sleeps and recovers spells. She gets with Gilan and together get with Trellus. "We can get us back to OddHolme easily enough.
Falmar AC: 25 (26 with Sword ) HP 59/59 (Endure Elements, Aura of Courage, ), Wednesday November 4th, 2009 4:46:57 PM
Falmar gets some much needed rest and wakes to his morning ritual of Study and Prayer. Casting Endure elements upon himself . He spends some time examining the loot gained from their struggle but feels he doesn't have the time to put into delving their secrets. Eager to get started with their journey he begins to pace along the edge of the clearing watching the horizon and listening to Tishe'
Gilan [HP: 136/140 - AC: 26] [wildshape: ] [endure elements, longstrider] Wednesday November 4th, 2009 9:53:06 PM
Gilan is up bright and early the next morning, his morning prayers being sung with the rising of the new days sun. His usual prayers to Mother and Father are now joined with the name of Gargul and Sargrass as well as he pays tribute to all those that are of greatest import to him. His spells selected for the day he returns to the camp and finds Trellus and Tishe' to discuss thier preparations for the return home. "Tishe' is right. I can get four other besides myself back to Oddholme in short order if there are four that would trust me with their lives." He is of course only joking as his magics are not dangerous to them right now and would be easily used without danger.
He will go onto describe the procedure of laying a tree token here and returning through that tree to the one in his personal grove back in Oddholme. That as long as four others held hands and remained that way that they would come out the other side with no problems.
WILDSHAPES *0 used out of 10 for the day
SPELLS IN EFFECT
SPELLS 0th(6): mending(2), detect magic, purify food and drink(2), detect poison 1st(7): entangle(2), goodberry(2), longstrider*, speak with animals(2) 2nd(5): barkskin(3), cat's grace, wood shape 3rd(5): greater magic fang(2), speak with plants, plant growth(2) 4th(5): scrying, air walk(2), giant vermin, spike stones 5th(4): animal growth(2), commune with nature, control winds 6th(2): transport via plants, spell staff *masterwork quarterstaff[spell staff]: transport via plants
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