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DM David 
Monday July 1st, 2013 3:24:18 AM
It is just before dusk and looking around you see that the entire town has turned out for the event and that there are a large number of halflings that are very obviously from out of town. You are all gathered inside the pavilion. At the front stands a well built stage. The stage has a podium centered at the front. And standing behind the podium is a Halfling. Not just any Halfling mind you, but one with a red vest pulled tightly over his bulging belly, a fancy grey overcoat on top of that, with white shirt cuffs just peeking out beyond the coat sleeves. Rapping on the podium with a thin short stick a number of times, the sound echoes through the pavilion. Once he feels he's gotten everyone's attention, he addresses the crowd.

"Good afternoon ladies and fellers, allow me to introduce myself, for those of you who may not know me already. I am the Mayor of the wonderful town of Humbles Ford, the one, the only; Bingo BumbleLuck! We are gathered here today in celebration of another year well lived, three hundred and sixty five days have came and gone and yet here we stand, in Humbles Ford, the best of all the settlements in the "Crescent"! What better reason to celebrate, than for Humbles Ford to host this year's annual Crescent Valley Competition?
I am here under this very pavilion to discuss with you the rules for this year's Crescent Valley Competition. As you know there are always three components to the games. Two team components and a third that lies more with the individuals of each team."

"Our first event of the 'Crescent Valley Competition' this year will be a Scavenger Hunt." The mayor takes a big breath and shuffles some papers around a bit, flipping through a few before slapping one down on top of the podium, and poking it hard with his index finger.

"Rule Number 1: All competitors must be part of a team. No team may be smaller than 6 members and no larger than 9 members. So gather your teammates, or form into teams if you haven't, and register your group with Mister Roscoe Hornblower over there at the other end of the Pavilion. You will need to sign your team up today before leaving here, or you will not be allowed to participate in the games!" Rosco Hornblower is seen to be sitting behind a table with many forms on it. You can see there is already a short line of halflings waiting at the foot of his table.

"Rule Number 2: Keep it clean folks. No nonsense will be tolerated." At this, the Mayor seems to shoot a glare towards your area of the crowd, although you can't be sure as to whom he's referring to (Perception DC 13).

"Rule Number 3: For the scavenger hunt, you must return to the finish line and the judges with all 4 required items before sundown tomorrow. Our Judges will introduce themselves to you shortly.

Rule Number 4: No one may begin their search any earlier than I say 'Let the Games Begin' tomorrow morning.

Rule Number 5: Let's have FUN!!

And Finally,

Rule Number 6: If ANYONE is CAUGHT CHEATING, they will be immediately disqualified from their team and this year's games."

At this, the Mayor again looks to the group in the back of the crowd with a serious glare. It seems that there may have been trouble with this group in the past years during the Games. (Perception DC13)

"The details of the second and third events will be given each morning, one hour before they're scheduled to start, right here at this very pavilion."

"Oh yes, competitors. I would use this time between today and tomorrow wisely. Newcomers, get to know the townsfolk, as some of them may or may not want to help you during the games. Get to know Humbles Ford itself, make yourself familiar with where things are. Plan ahead as best as you can for the games, as I assure you, your competitors will not hold back! And now, I'm off. I bid you all a good day!"

With this, he then exits the stage right, and walks down the steps, and off of to somewhere behind the stage. Just as he disappears off the stage you hear the sound of a large bell ringing and then as you look up you see three quite quirky looking individuals on the stage standing behind the podium. One of them is a male, dressed in long blue robes with a pointy blue hat to match. One of them is a female, she has long blonde hair, braided neatly and flowing halfway down the back of her green lacy dress. The third is yet another male, this one wearing red robes and a matching pointy red hat. Their robes and the female's lacy dress all have shiny gold matching designs that look something like stars connected by lightning bolts throughout the garments.

The two in robes bow simultaneously, while the lady gives a curtsey in her green dress. They introduce themselves one at a time from left to right, the red-robed halfling starting them out, "I am Tolman Montajay!" Then the lady in the green dress, "I'm Amaryllis Greenbottle!" Then last, the blue-robed male, "And I'm called Theadric Redleaf !" Then, they rise up together and address the crowd in unison. "And together, we are the Second Dinner Club! We are proud to have been selected to be this year's judges for the Crescent Valley Competition!" Montajay and Redleaf take a step back, and cross their arms at their chests to let the lady do the talking. The group as a whole has an air of confidence around them and they definitely don't look to be nervous at all. It seems as if this may have been rehearsed more than a few times the way they are in sync with each others' movements and dialogue.

Amaryllis Greenbottle further introduces the Second Dinner Club to the crowd. "For those of you who do not know who we are and what we do, let me explain. As we said, we are known as the Second Dinner Club, and we live together in the North Tower over there." With this, she points to the north side of town. If you weren't packed in a crowd under a temporary pavilion, you could easily see the North Tower from here, or just about anywhere in Humbles Ford for that matter. She goes on, "We are the mages that keep up with the general maintenance of the Giant Towers. These towers, as you all should know, prevent the Giant kind from the Scab from coming into Crescent Valley and destroying our lovely homes. We are also inventors in our spare time, constantly experimenting in our tower. This year we were asked to judge the competitions in this year's Crescent Valley Competition, and we gladly accepted the offer. May you all have a good time, and please play nice! Thank you all for coming out!"

"So, everyone who wishes to partake in this year's games should find your teams and get signed up."

With that, the pavilion bursts into a swarm activity. Conversations erupt as halflings head in every direction. Groups can be seen heading for the registration table. Many wear various pieces of similarly colored garb to identify themselves as a team.

Flimsipold "Hin Billy" Williewhim AC: 15/13/13 HP: 10/10 (C. Neagu)  d20+6=7 ;
Monday July 1st, 2013 5:08:41 AM
Flimsipold burst as if shot out of a cannon, and with an all too appropriate sound as well. Indeed, he clapped very much loudly using a special technique of his, which he always promises to share without ever actually following up on it. This clap of his served to add yet another note of finality to BumbleLuck's all too monotonous speech during which, Flim was shaking so very thoroughly with frustration.

"Well then!" He squeaked in his very distinct, high pitched enunciation, hands beckoning of the others just as his hairy feet began stomping their way to the registration table with a determination only truly fitting for a bigun. "We gotta sign up, do what we do, and then win. And when we win, I can use our time on the podium to holler at my dame!" Yes, he grinned widely, clapping once more just to reinforce this statement. "And with the prize I will buy her the prize winning turnip - are they still holding that? Or the prize winning pet or something... yeah! I think Mulberry likes.. well, I don't actually know what she likes, but it's the thought what counts, innit?"

So did Flim drift off into one of his all too familiar rants about the uncanny nature of Mulberry DrinkWater, and all the steps he plans on undertaking to this end. In reality, he only really stopped from rambling about it when, struck by a realization, he significantly reduced his once determined pace. "What're we gonna name the team?" He cleared his throat, taking on a very gentlemanly posture and demeanor, combined with this ever so slightly less pitched vocalization he claimed was the deep voice of a bigun. "I propose 'MulberryGoOutWithMe'." He followed this up with a solemn nod.

Roll is Perception.

Shel Breezelee Kromnite (Gerald)  d20+3=15 ;
Monday July 1st, 2013 7:13:49 AM
"Geez, what a long speech. Just let us go," the tiny one known as Shel thinks to herself as she bounces, shifting her weight back and forth, as she wanted to get down to business. Just before she lost her focus entirely, she did notice the mayor staring toward particular groups of the competitors.

She heads toward her group of friends nodding as she approaches them. "Alrighty, anyone else love scavenger hunts? Stop talking about turnips, Flim...I'm hungry enough already.". She had missed dinner as a particularly handsome specimen of butterfly had caught her attention, and she followed it without realizing dinner time had passed while she did so.

Murphy Bumblebee Leafwin Pipewood (Kim)  d20+11=20 ; d20+11=16 ;
Monday July 1st, 2013 7:55:47 AM
A towheaded fellow in sturdy brown overalls, red shirt worn underneath, standing 3'8" barefooted, Murphy Bumblebee Leafwin Pipewood took in with eye, ear and nose the assembled crowd, then attended closely to Mayor Bumbleluck's layout of the rules.

He glanced here and there to see where Blossom Bumbleluck might be, contriving to avoid her if possible. She never did seem to get over the ants which invaded as she and Laddy Browntoes Pipeleaf were just starting to enjoy their picnic lunch a few months back. He would have been fine had there not been a snitch in his family who thought it a fine thing to gloat at what his older brother had done to the 'innocent victims' - ha! as if Blossom were by any means innocent. Well, of some things, sure, but he'd seen her diminish others plenty of times, and thought that the comeuppance was... oh, enough of that. Focus, man!

Tolman and Theadric showed themselves well. Murphy smiled at Amaryllis Greenbottle, recalling the words of praise she offered when he brought her the jar of pollen from hundreds of St. John's Wort flowers to her for some concoction she wanted to fashion.

"Hey, Shel!" Murphy said to the beautiful sorceress. "Yep, love scavenger hunts. When we win, especially."

He laughed at the team name suggested. "Hin Billy, That'd be a great team name if you want to play solo!" Thinking for a moment, he said, "How about 'Rummage Rats' or 'Clue Crackers'?"

Just then he sees the fellow from Angel Springs. "Hey, Eral! Over here. You're gonna be on our team, right? We've gotta come up with a team name. What about 'Domi-nators'?" he jested lightly.

Amidst the conversation as they wait their turn in line, he gauges what he can of the other teams, and looks around for their other friends.

Perception: 20, 16 (1st for Mayor's troubled look, 2nd for gathering what he may about assembled competitors)

DM David 
Monday July 1st, 2013 8:17:40 AM
perception DC 13 (either check):Highlight to display spoiler: {The mayor's comments and gestures are clearly directed towards a group of halflings about 20' to your right.}

Murphy (for a great perception roll): Highlight to display spoiler: {You notice that members of the group scowl at the mayor's comments. Their garb is of average quality. They all wear a plain, red armband on their left upper arms.}

Odo Barfoot HP: 11/11, AC: 19/16/14 (Matthew)  d20+2=22 ;
Monday July 1st, 2013 10:30:18 AM
"Who doesn't enjoy a good scavenger hunt!" The fat swordsman begins, grinning. He's clad in his usual black leather armour, yellowy cloak and non-existant boots, with his two swords hanging from his belt. The emblems of Domi adorning his brooch and pommel seem especially well polished this evening; no doubt in preparation for the event.

"As for our team name..." Odo gives a quick, irritated glance to Flim before continuing, "Domi-nators sounds fine. And I'd rather not take a name after vermin unless it were 'Rat Stompers' or such, though I suppose Clue Crackers would be fine as well."

Shel Breezelee Kromnite (Gerald) 
Monday July 1st, 2013 10:35:11 AM
"Howdy, Murphy," Shel says with a big grin as she gives him a hug, " what's been going on? Now you are right, we do need a name, not one like the 'Hin Billy' over there wants either! I doubt she even knows who you are, Flim. It might be better to proclaim your love after we've won an event, you know." she playfully jostles Flim with her elbow after her jab at him and his unrequited love.

"Now about that name....any other suggestions?"

Hazel: 17/13/15 - CMD:14 - HP:13/13 (Corsario)  d20+8=20 ; d20+8=21 ; d20+1=14 ; d20+2=18 ; d20+1=20 ; d20+2=12 ; d20+1=15 ; d20+2=3 ;
Monday July 1st, 2013 12:20:43 PM
Bob, quietly, makes a sign to his friend Faoil. The big dog understands the command to stay in place, crouching and lowering his ears to wait for his master.

The he moves towards the group with red armbands, and tells to one of them: "I don't know why the mayor starts the games with those kinds of remarks. Talk about nonsense. I guess we will be participating in the games together. What is your team name? You seems like a well rounded team to me."

Bob will try to steer the conversation to learn as much as possible from the red band team, and why they were referred to by the mayor.

Bluff or Diplomacy Roll (same +1 bonus): 14
Sense Motive Roll (+2 bonus): 18

After that Bob will look for Amaryllis Greenbottle and try have some small talk with her.

"Hi, my name is Bob, but my friends call me Hazel. I must say I am very glad the Second Dinner club are the judges, It's nice to have you something out of the tower, right?"

Bluff or Diplomacy Roll (same +1 bonus): 20
Sense Motive Roll (+2 bonus): 12

And also the other judges.
"I am sure you hear this a lot, but thanks for your work. I am one of the hunters that can live carefree in the forest thank you to your efforts."

Bluff or Diplomacy Roll (same +1 bonus): 15
Sense Motive Roll (+2 bonus): 3

Alouryn Buttercup Bumblebottom AC: 16/14/13 HP: 8/8 (Vaughn)  d20=14 ; d20=17 ;
Monday July 1st, 2013 1:23:23 PM
(perception 19)
A pretty red-headed Halfling in White Devotee's robes deftly dances through the crowd (acrobatics 22) avoiding all in her way with amazing ease crossing the whole pavilion in seconds to arrive standing beside the bard. Her moves are so fluid and dance-like it looks like she had choreographed the whole maneuver.

"Hin Billy! Can I join your team? I want to be close to the music you know?

Alouryn quickly looks around making a note of the other team members,
"I hope everyone is ok if I join this team? I'll do my best to help out, I promise! I overheard you trying to pick a team name. It really doesn't matter to me, but I like Flower Pickers." Alouryn giggles at her own pun.

ooc:(Help! MultiRoll doesn't work for me!)

DM David: Email sent.

Shel Breezelee Kromnite (Gerald) 
Monday July 1st, 2013 3:09:06 PM
"Well rounded team? Odo, I think this one is having fun at your expense!" She couldn't resist a shot at the more rotund member of the grouping.

Shel rolls her eyes at the religion based names. "Now, we should respect every faith on this team, so all will feel welcome. I vote against naming the squad for any particular icon. We can venerate all of them here. We don't want to pick just one and tick another one off, do we? How's about something simple? We could call ourselves the Third Dinner Club, to have some fun with the judges, if that's not too risqué for everyone."

DM Kent  d10=1 ;
Monday July 1st, 2013 6:58:11 PM
As Hazel addresses the tough looking girl wearing the red armband, he actually has an idea about who they are, at least by reputation anyways. It is confirmed as the girl looks at him like he must be crazy and says, "We are the BadApples." I am glad you are "participating" in the games, because we are going to winning them."

He has much less success meeeting and talking to any of the Second dinner club, as every time he gets within a few feet of one of them and begins to hail them somethin interferes and he finds himself15-20 feet away from them.

He can see that they are talking to other folk in the tent. perception DC 13Highlight to display spoiler: { He realizes as he watches a bit that none of the people that are speaking with the judges appear to be likely contestants in the games} perception DC15 Highlight to display spoiler: {As he watches a few moments more he sees one or two other folk that seem to be possible contestants shunted away from them as well whenever they get close.}

Eral Sunstrider the Orphan (A. Skomrock)  d20=7 ; d20=15 ; d20+6=16 ;
Monday July 1st, 2013 7:08:09 PM
"Did I hear Domi's Name? That sounds like a very applicable team name for this kind of event" says a brown haired green eyed halfling standing nearby. "I'm still looking for a team if you all are as well. I came here for this competition and still have yet to find a team. Names' Eral, Glad to meet you."

Eral was still perplexed at what the mayor was looking at while talking. While Looking over he see what the mayor is looking at (Perception of 13 and 21). As he introduces himself he is keeping an eye on the fellows with the red armbands to watch out for any one that is conversing with them. (Perception of 16)

ooc: Sorry I just figured out the MultiRoll at the end



Hazel: 17/13/15 - CMD:14 - HP:13/13 (Corsario)  d20+8=15 ; d20+8=9 ;
Monday July 1st, 2013 9:16:45 PM
Happy that no contestant is getting near the judges, so his team won't be in disadvantage, he looks for Murphy's head poking over the crowd to get back with the rest of the team.

"What now, fellows?"

Murphy Bumblebee Leafwin Pipewood (Kim)  d20+11=24 ;
Tuesday July 2nd, 2013 2:06:20 AM
Murphy Bumblebee receives a nice hug from his friend Shel. "Oh, all kinds of things have been going on," he says as they separate. "Swimmin', seeing who all has come this year, catching up with some cousins from hovel..."

Just as it looks like he is ready to go on, his eye is caught. "Well, if it isn't Miss Buttercup Bumblebottom? Good to see you, Alouryn. Yep, we were hoping you'd be on our team."

This reminds him of something, and he says, "Hey, I'm gonna have some great venison pie for everyone later." Then he pulls out of his large bag a smaller one. From it issue candies which look like canes, very sweet - he calls them Squinky canes. "I got four of 'em. Anyone here like sweets? Limit one to a customer - on my team." He passes those out to whoever wants one. "But, if you take it, you gotta eat it today." He offers them first to the ladies, Alouryn and Shel, then hands one to Odo, leaving only one remaining. If Alouryn, Shel and Odo want to pass them on to another person on the team, that's fine with Murphy.

He sees Hazel's big hound Faoil sitting nearby. He pulls something else from his bag - a round loaf it looks like. He carefully tears open a corner. "Ha! I was right." The tall halfling takes off the top, scrapes bits of meat and such from the inside top to place in the bottom, then sets the mostly meaty remains of the last of his bread surprises before the animal. "Leftovers, but still good. Go ahead and eat it, if you're hungry." He scratches the waiting dog behind the ears - remembering the first time he tried it that Faoil had looked to Hazel to see if it was all right for this stranger to do such a thing. That was some time ago, and now they know each other pretty well.

Just about then, Hazel returns to the group. "Hope you don't mind, Haze - had a bit of meat left over from the last bread surprise, gave it to Faoil."

Murphy sets his mind to further puzzling out a name for their team as it begins to form.

"Very well, someone objects to mentioning someone we worship, lest others be jealous that their favorite immortal was not chosen. So, much as Odo, Eral and I like 'Domi-nators', and 'Flower Pickers' sounds sweet," he acknowledges with a nod to Alouryn, "And Shel thinks it might be a good idea to pander to the judges with 'Third Dinner Club,'" as he gives her a wink, "let's see what else we might consider."

He comes up with the following suggestions, seeing what his friends and companions might favor, or otherwise.
Breakfast Of The Unfinished Howdy
Tactical Turnips
Rutabaga Cornucopia
Harvest Drums
The Crescent Vagabonds
The Turnipseed Scimitars
Pipesmoke Power
Humble's Sword
Racing Turnip Cart
Turnip of the Two Moons
The Culverwood Crescents
Bright Bumpkins
Uncertain Turnip of the Keen Contenders
"Well, sweet gleanin's, Hin Billy, you got my mind thinking overmuch about turnips!" Murphy pretends to pout. Then he adds with a shrug, "But my two favorites are The Culverwood Crescents and Humble's Sword. How 'bout the rest of you?"

Perception: 24 - If there is something significant to notice among the surrounding people

Zylo Runefaust HP:9/9 AC:17/15/13 
Tuesday July 2nd, 2013 2:12:37 AM
After sitting there and listening to the bunch of Halflings standing before him go on about crushes and entertainingly amusing team names, Zylo decides that this collection of halflings might actually be fun to join up with. Not concerned in the least bit as to who the mayor was implicating Zylo decides to introduce himself to his potential team.

"Well, I'm actually quite willing to support someone's seemingly hopeless chase for love. MulberryGoOutWithMe is grand in my opinion. That is of course, if my opinion is welcome. Names Zylo Runefaust and I would love to be the newest edition to your team."

Zylo finishes his introduction with a wide grin and a slight wink towards Flim.

Flimsipold "Hin Billy" Williewhim AC: 15/13/13 HP: 10/10 (C. Neagu)  d20+3=4 ;
Tuesday July 2nd, 2013 2:28:03 AM
Flimsipold couldn't help but grin at the approach of the well too charismatic cleric. "If you've brought your dancin', Billy's got the.. prancing? No. No; if you've brought your boogie, Billy's got the woogie!" Content with this rhyme of his, Flimsipold picked out a candy cane from Murphy. "Ah, sweet tooth - Tootsie! I will henceforth reffer to my Mullbery as my Tootsie!"

He bit down on the candy cane, only frowning upon realizing that he could have easily used that as a gift, then gasping loudly at Shel's reproach, pertaining to miss DrinkWater never having heard of him. "Ey awl heald bout me, a's fo'sho. He remarked, still biting on the candy cane, but then removing it from his lips just to cement further the foundation of this claim. "After all, I must be the only capable musician in Humble's Ford!" Flimsipold made to grab his mandolin for a demonstration, but gave up on that upon realizing that he had a candy cane waiting to be eaten.

"Don't think that's too good a name, ey Shel. It's funny and that, but..." and he took on his slightly less pitched, more masculine voice for this "I am a musician, and I have to constantly fend off imposters and impersonators - why, there's Hin Billy wannabes all over this valley for sure." There probably weren't. "We just can't do that to the Third Dinner Club on account of there professional conduct." For a guy not doing so well in his career, Hin Billy sure knows a lot about this stuff.

"I dunno, Murphy.. suppose Tactical Turnips sounds kinda good, either that or I'm hungry. Let's go for Humble's sword with a twist! Yrreblum's Sword!" He grinned widely, biting on the cane momentarily just to clap in that overly loud fashion. "Yes, it's an old legend what says Yrreblum's sword was the... sharpest... sword in.. all the valley! We'll carve through other contestants as easily as Yrreblum's sword cut through turnips!"

Roll is Bluff. Highlight to display spoiler: {Yrreblum is, in fact, just Mulberry spelled backwards.}

DM David 
Tuesday July 2nd, 2013 3:30:06 AM
Groups slowly proceed to the registration desk as they wait their turn to make their team's presance known. Currently at the head of the line are a group of well dressed halflings registering their team. It is obvious from their appearance that they are from Angel Springs (the affluent town of the Crescent Valley). As they clear out of the way, the BadApples send a representative to the desk. This individual stands out from the others wearing the red armbands. She is dressed in an ivory colored, lace trimmed dress. It is obvious to Alouryn that she is a cleric of Flower. Standing next to the young cleric is a large, oafish-looking halfling who is facing towards the crowd (away from the desk). Murphy's perceptiveness is greeted with his obvious mouth-breathing as he buries a dirty, index finger far up his nose.

The leader of the BadApples smiles as you try to agree on a team name. Its obvious that she is not intimidated or impressed with any of the other teams. She notices Murphy scouting the crowd. When his eyes fall on the cleric and large halfling next to her, she quickly comments,"My name's Candy by the way. That's my sister, Crystal and my right-hand man, Odo. You'd best stay away from her if ya know what's good for you."

Crystal and Odo step away from the desk and fall in line behind Candy and the rest of the BadApple gang. Candy gives a devilish grin and blows a kiss to the group.

"We'll catch up with you later. Count on it."

As the BadApples vacate the area, Crystal shoots Alouryn a smile and a nod as she walks away. Her gesture is clearly friendly in nature.

Roscoe Hornblower beckons you to the table. As you approach, he greets you with a smile,"I'll need yur names and team name so I can getcha registered for the games."



Edric Lowbrook  3d20=39 ; d20=13 ; d20=12 ; d20=3 ;
Tuesday July 2nd, 2013 3:52:03 AM
A broad halfling pushes his way through the crowd and spots the group. He moves into the group.

"Looks like you need another teammate. And I need a team. The name's Edric. Maybe after this we can all head back to the pub."

Edric studies the mayor, then the group of halflings to which he is looking.

(Perception rolls of 15, 14, 5)

OOC:Mistake with multiroll.

Alouryn Buttercup Bumblebottom AC: 16/14/13 HP: 8/8 (Vaughn)  d20+7=18 ;
Tuesday July 2nd, 2013 6:27:41 AM
Returning the friendly smile to Crystal Alouryn turns back to the group, "Hazel, look what Murphy gave us!" She holds up the treasured candy cane, "Here you take mine, as a thank you for dancing with me the other night." Alouryn smiles brightly as she hands the candy over to Hazel. "And you brought Faoil too." She waits patiently for the dog to finish eating before giving him a friendly petting.
"That other team has a Devotee too, they must be a nice bunch. I sure wish all of the teams could work together so everyone could win."
Alouryn seems overly cheerful.
"About the team name. I'll go along with anything you guys choose, I'm just happy to be able to help you out, but we have to decide soon or we won't be able to sign up in time..."
(Diplomacy 18 to encourage the group to make a decision quickly)
"I don't like weapons but maybe Humble's Sword would be a neutral name we could all agree upon?"

Odo Barfoot HP: 11/11, AC: 19/16/14 (Matthew) 
Tuesday July 2nd, 2013 8:35:06 AM
Odo gives Hazel and Shel uneasy looks after the 'well-rounded' comment, but quickly begins grinning as he accepts the sweet.

"Many thanks, Master Murphy. And aye, Humble's Sword sounds good to me. Or this Yrreblum's Sword that Billy mentioned. I'm easy, I suppose."

The halfling then begins chewing at his Squinky cane as if he hadn't anything to eat all day.

Shel Breezelee Kromnite (Gerald) 
Tuesday July 2nd, 2013 9:27:22 AM
As much as Shel tried, she was losing focus on the team name. By the time Murphy pull;ed out the Squinky cane, it was over. "Thank you so much, Murphy! That looks delicious," she squeaked as she tore into the sweet, not even considering passing it to another team member. "Wo id you get deese," she asks as the sweet treat stuck to her teeth.



Hazel: 17/13/15 - CMD:14 - HP:13/13 (Corsario) 
Tuesday July 2nd, 2013 11:19:11 AM
Faoil ears and head raises quickly as soon as Murphy gets the load out. When he starts scraping the meat his body raises up, his tongue hangs and his tail starts wagging madly. When the morsel is put before him he gives Murphy a couple slobbering tongue licks before eating the bread and meat quickly, in a couple bites.

Hazel, after getting the candy, thanks Alouryn for it.

"Thank you very much, Alouryn! You are always very kind."

He proceeds to break the candy in several small pieces, throws one to Faoil (who grabs it from the air without problem) and offer other to Alouryn. Then he proceeds to offer the rest to the other people in the team, starting with the new members, and keeping the last one for himself.

"I think Alouryn has a point... why swords?"

He puts his part of the candy in his mouth.

"Whath abouth the Squinkly canesh" - Says why the candy muffling his words...

Zylo Runefaust HP:9/9 AC:17/15/13 
Tuesday July 2nd, 2013 1:37:05 PM
Zylo continues to sit back in the back of the group and accepts a small broken off piece of the sweets that Hazel offers him.

For the purpose of speeding this along I think Humble's Swords would be the easiest to agree on.

Murphy Bumblebee Leafwin Pipewood (Kim)  d20+5=13 ;
Tuesday July 2nd, 2013 3:28:28 PM
"Welcome, Zylo Runefaust. Sure, welcome to the team!" Murphy says.

"Yeah, I like Tactical Turnips, too," he responds to Hin Billy. Then with the last suggestion, he says, "Ah, trying to sneak the pulchritudinous Mulberry back into the name, eh? Albeit backwards." He gives Flimsipold a friendly nudge to the bard's upper arm.

Responding to the BadApples' leader, Candy, the young druid says, "Glad to meet you, Candy. Saw you a bit at last year's event - you all are pretty good. Glad to meet you, Crystal, and you, too, Odo. My name is Murphy. Murphy Bumblebee Leafwin Pipewood. Our family has a shop out your way in Angel Springs. Well, good luck, and good playin'!" he concludes.

Noticing another potential teammate, Murphy welcomes him. "Edric, is it? Great. I think we are getting close to full for this team, but there should be room for you."

Murphy speaks with Roscoe Hornblower at the registration table. "Greetings, Mister Hornblower! Yes, we just about have our team name agreed on. You know me - I'm Murphy. Murphy Bumblebee Leafwin Pipewood. Just a moment, we'll have the team name."

"Got the canes at a yuletide party, Shel," he tells her, then listens to his friends' discussion.

After that, he turns around. "Sorry for the delay, sir. Our team is Humble's Swords." And he gives the name of each team member - though Edric will have to provide his family name to the registrar.

Sense motive to Flim's bluff: 13 (vs 5)

Eral Sunstrider the Orphan (A. Skomrock) 
Tuesday July 2nd, 2013 6:41:08 PM
"Looks like we have quite the team lines up here. We should have no problem winning all the competitions." Eral gets in the circle with the rest of his new found team. "Where shall we start? Do we want to split up for the hunt?"

Shel Breezelee Kromnite (Gerald) 
Tuesday July 2nd, 2013 10:29:21 PM
"Splitting up might be a good idea. The Mayor said there were four items. So long as one clue isn't required to move onto the next, we could save some time that way."

DM David 
Wednesday July 3rd, 2013 9:26:53 AM
Roscoe smiles as you tell him your newfound team name.

"Humble's Swords...Huh...That's a decent name! I like it. Good luck to ya all. Make sure you come back here in the mornin' for the first game. Good luck." With that he smiles and nods. "Next!"

As fans and competitors slowly start to vacate the pavilion, Mulberry Drinkwater, the Humble's Ford Beauty Queen, steps up to the podium. She is surrounded by a large pink dress which seems to take up half of the stage. She pushes her long, brown, curly hair from in from of her face and yells out an announcement.

"Hey everybody, there's gonna be some parties tonight at the Belly Buster, and the Dancing Pig! Attend whichever you like, but both parties will be equally entertaining! Hope to see you all there!"

The tent erupts in conversations regarding which party to attend. The citizens of Cresant Valley head out and on to the dirt paths of Humble's Ford in search of a night filled with fun and fellowship.

Shel Breezelee Kromnite (Gerald) 
Wednesday July 3rd, 2013 9:58:21 AM
"The Belly Buster clearly sounds like the better party to attend. I think I'm definitely going to that one. Anyone want to accompany me? I'm sure one of us will be going to the party that Ms. Mulberry will be attending," she grins, looking at her musician teammate.

Hazel: 17/13/15 - CMD:14 - HP:13/13 (Corsario) 
Wednesday July 3rd, 2013 10:24:48 AM
Hazel turns over Alouryn, and ask her:

"I feel like dancing tonight, which party are you going to? Can I accompany you?"

Flimsipold "Hin Billy" Williewhim AC: 15/13/13 HP: 10/10 (C. Neagu)  d20+3=11 ;
Wednesday July 3rd, 2013 10:39:38 AM
Flimsipold had been turning to people left and right, hushing them down and not very politely telling them to shut up upon Mulberry Drinkwater's all too extravagant approach to the stage. "Isn't she somethin' else, ey?" He murmured, to no one in particular. "Right. We have to find out which party she will be attending. Since y'all want to dance, and since I'm the best musician around, y'all oughta come to, be my winghins!" Flimsipold clapped again, then set off to pester strangers with the question "Do you know which party miss Drinkwater will be attending?"

Roll is Diplomacy to gather information.

DM David: Diplomacy=11 to gather information

DM David 
Wednesday July 3rd, 2013 10:50:04 AM
An elderly lady overhears Flimsipold polling halflings around him for information. She crinkles her already wrinkled face and blurts out, "Why in the Red Hills would you care? What's so great about her any which ways? She thinks she's so special with her fluffy dress and her...her...her hair! Knowing her she'll prob'bly make her way to both parties. Couldn't spend a minute without anyone not seein' her!"

With that the haggard, old crone stomps away in a huff.

Alouryn Buttercup Bumblebottom AC: 16/14/13 HP: 8/8 (Vaughn)  d20+7=19 ; d20+4=13 ;
Wednesday July 3rd, 2013 11:55:59 AM
Alouryn finishes the piece of candy she graciously accepted back from Hazel.

"Well Hazel, I'm a Pits through and through. The Dancing Pig has the best dance floor so that's where I wish to go. I just hope Hin Billy goes there as well, it wouldn't be the same with out his music! I'd go ask Mulberry to join us there but she doesn't like me much."

Alouyn turns to Flimsipold with a big smile:
(Diplomacy of 19)
"You know Hin Billy, I'm guessing if you were to be playing at either bar Mulberry would show up just to hear you play. You might as well play at the Dancing Pig where there's more room for people to dance and enjoy your music. I'm sure Mulberry would come dance there if you played a song about her."

Alouryn does a simple twirl to exemplify her words.
(Perform: dance of 13)

She then turns to the group with a surprised expression:

"Oh, and we need armbands too, I have extra teal dancer's ribbon at home. I could cut some up to make arm bands if everyone is OK with wearing teal?"

Zylo Runefaust HP:9/9 AC:17/15/13 
Wednesday July 3rd, 2013 1:13:13 PM
I think I will be joining who ever goes to the Dancing Pig. Seems to me like a place that has that many drinks would be a fine place for some gambling and it has been a while since I've had a good drink.

A small sparkle goes across Zylo's eyes as he mention gamble and he subconsciously rubs his hands together in a nervous switch sort of way.

Hazel: 17/13/15 - CMD:14 - HP:13/13 (Corsario) 
Wednesday July 3rd, 2013 1:24:06 PM
"Of course I'll go to the Dancing Pig, and of course I would wear teal. It is such a nice color."

Odo Barfoot HP: 11/11, AC: 19/16/14 (Matthew) 
Wednesday July 3rd, 2013 1:39:33 PM
"I'm a Dancing Pig man myself." Odo finally announces when he's finished with his cane. "In fact, it was there I uh... won Point here."

He grasps the hilt of the slim shortsword at his belt with sugar-sticky fingers and unsheathes it slightly to show it off.

"And teal sounds good to me." He nods as he slips Point away with an audible "shiiiing".

Shel Breezelee Kromnite (Gerald) 
Wednesday July 3rd, 2013 3:02:22 PM
"Well, I am still heading to the Belly Buster to start the evening. If it is dead, I will come to the Dancing Pig next." She nods at Alouryn. "Teal works for me as well. It highlights my eyes quite nicely. "

Eral Sunstrider the Orphan (A. Skomrock) 
Wednesday July 3rd, 2013 5:25:52 PM
I will join Shel at the Belly Buster to start. If the crowds there are not lively enough I will also come with Shel to the Pig. I do not mind the color teal as long as it is just a ribbon and not a gaudy piece of jewelry attached. He has a feeling that Alouryn might go a little overboard on the decorations for the arm band.

DM David 
Wednesday July 3rd, 2013 6:03:07 PM
Ooc- In your next posts, please declare if you wearing or have left your armor and/or weapons at home. Most of the crowd is not armored and some are only lightly armed with a small dagger or club.

Murphy Bumblebee Leafwin Pipewood" (Kim) (two daggers, no armor)  d20+13=28 ;
Thursday July 4th, 2013 12:49:08 AM
"Thank you. We'll be back in the morning, sir!" Murphy answers Roscoe Hornblower. He notes with a smile Flimsipold's passion for all things Mulberry. He raises his eyebrows a bit at Hin Billy's claim to be the best musician around, as several of his family members are musicians, and some make instruments, and there are a few others in town who have varying amounts of musical talent, but does not gainsay him. Flim is good and lively, but every musician can gain from a bit of seasoning. And, he supposes, self-confidence in a performer is an asset. He likes his songs.

He listens to the elderly lady talking with the bard. He knows most people in town, so looks to see if he does know her. If not, he marks her countenance in his mind so as to remember.

Murphy concurs with Alourn's ribbons recommendation. "How I agree - teal has appeal."

"Well, many of you know the tradition in town - one frequents one place or the other, and to try to be a regular at both is deemed disloyal. That one somewhat puzzles, but," he concludes the sentence with a 'what-are-you-going-to-do?' shrug. "However, with so many from outside the Ford here for the games, perhaps that rule may be relaxed. I love the food at the Buster, and I know it fairly well. The Pig is ever so lively, though."

"Odo - you'll have to tell us the story sometime of your winning of the, of - Point? Looks sharp!"

"So, I'll go with Shel and Eral to the Belly Buster," he says, slapping the side of his stomach, "and anyone else who wants to come with us. Hazel, Alourn, Hin Billy, Zylo, and Odo will hit the Dancing Pig. How about you, Edric? You want to come with us to the more sedate place with tastier food? You can switch later if you want. By the way, did you tell Roscoe your name is Lowbrook? I think there's a family of Lowbrooks in Hovel. Is that where you're from? The militia over there has some good folks. Did you spend any time training with 'em? If that's where you're from, of course."

He listens to whatever Edric has to say. Quick Tour? Before they break up, the bumblebee keeper suggests they attend to the Mayor's words. "He said, 'Newcomers, get to know the townsfolk, as some of them may or may not want to help you during the games. Get to know Humble's Ford itself, make yourself familiar with where things are. Plan ahead as best as you can for the games.'" He adds, "If you all would like a real quick introduction to the place, and can keep up with me, I can take who wants to on a quick tour, let you know who lives where, where different stores and merchants and craftsmen are, and the like, so that when you meet people tonight you may have a better feel for some local folks. If you want, come with me, and we will do that. If you want to go straight to the parties, that's fine, too. A quick look around tonight, though, might help us as we get started tomorrow." [If any want to come with Murphy on a whirlwind tour, then read through the Woldipedia page describing Humble's Ford and some of its key people. Murphy thinks his own family is key, too. His father, with help from several of his children, crafts both musical instruments and toys, and the occasional smoking pipe or crafted convenience - some sold from his workshop, and many carted over to Angel Springs for sale at the family shop there.]

Murphy adds one last question before the group splits. "Should we have someone run back and forth between the places to let each other know what's going on?"
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Perception: 28 (d20+11+2 circumstantial - living in town) to know or be able to recall old woman who spoke with Hin Billy about Mulberry

DM David: This would more likely be a knowledge: local roll of a very low DC.

Myrtle Bolgar is known throughout the Ford. She mostly stays in her small home with her 27 cats. Most of her time is spent feeding her cats, cleaning up after her cats, petting her cats, staring at people who walk in front of her home, being grumpy, and cleaning up after her cats...

Flimsipold "Hin Billy" Williewhim AC: 13/13/11 HP: 10/10 (C. Neagu)  d20+7=9 ; d20+7=19 ;
Thursday July 4th, 2013 3:31:10 AM
"You make a compelling argument, Alouryn but if Tootsie ain't there I'll make my way to the Buster. And teal is fine, I'm sure I heard someone say it's Mulberry's favorite color... if it isn't, maybe we can convince her she's colorblind." Flimsipold stuffed what little remained of the candy into his mouth and crunched it between his teeth, having a hilariously hard time swallowing the hard treat. He coughed a few times, though he was visibly in agony as his face turned red and eyes began to tear up. "Aghem!" Flimsipold made for his mandolin, fiddling his nimble fingers around its strings in an all too specific and rapid pace.

"Now, gathe'round fellers 'cause I gots me a tale
'Bout way-a down yonder'n there Crescent Vale;
Well, there's a lil' old town they call Humble's Ford,
That's home to hins of all kins, but when they-get-bored
They throw a big olde fancy 'bout some-or-nother;
Competition gets heated, let me tell ya, brother!

You gots Humble's Sword, best team in the 'Ford!
Yeah, it's an easy rhyme, but don't pay it no mind,
We're gonn' wipe the floor, and then dunk some scrubs,
'Cause you wouldn't wanna serve BadApples at a dinner club!"

Content with this performance of his, and hoping he managed to turn a few heads, Flimspold then stretched out his arms and took off his straw hat to reveal his gingerish hair, and all too freckled composure. "I oughta get ready for tonight -" as if struck by a realization, he then clapped again "can I borrow me some of that fancy perfume from any of y'all? Gotta make sure I don't dirty up Mulberry's air, y'know?"

Perform (String) = 9
Perform (Sing) = 19

Hazel: 17/13/15 - CMD:14 - HP:13/13 (Corsario) 
Thursday July 4th, 2013 9:57:19 AM
Hazel cheer at Hin Billy performance, and lets out a wolf's call at the end of it!

"Swords! Swords! Swords!" - he cheers after the song, waiting for the rest to join him.

"My good Murphy, my home is Culverwood, so I would thank you if you help me know the place, and get my bearings. It is very sad to see a hunter lost, even in a city he is not quite familiar with. Come on, Faoil, come boy!" - he calls his faithful dog companion.

"Alouryn, would you care to join us? Maybe I can buy you something to eat?"

/ooc: For the night activities he will leave his armor and most equipment behind (if he finds a good place to leave them) and will only carry one dagger and his money belt pouch. And he will bring Faoil to the party.

DM David: All equipment left behind is safe.

Odo Barfoot HP: 11/11, AC: 19/16/14 (Matthew) 
Thursday July 4th, 2013 11:18:37 AM
Odo applauds the bard's performance, smiling. "You should sing that again once we're in the Pig, Master Billy! If the folks there know who we are they might be more willing to help us in the hunt tomorrow."

Currently Odo has all of his equipment with him, but he'll leave his longsword, sling and backpack at his folks' before he heads out to the Dancing Pig.

DM David 
Thursday July 4th, 2013 11:25:30 AM
The "Humble's Swords" trot down the path towards the two parties. The group passes Humble's Barrow and the general store as they arrive at a fork in the road. Many groups pause here and discuss the destination chosen for the night's party. Some groups stay together and others part ways for the night.

ooc- The sun is setting. It is early in the evening. Please tell me if the list in which place you are each headed is incorrect. Equipment left behind was done so earlier and, as I stated before, will be there when you turn in for the night.

Dancing Pig- Hazel, Alourn, Hin Billy, Zylo, and Odo

Belly Buster- Murphy, Shel and Ural

undeclared- Edric


Alouryn Buttercup Bumblebottom AC: 14/14/11 HP: 8/8 (Vaughn)  d20+4=17 ;
Thursday July 4th, 2013 12:51:43 PM
"Don't worry Eral just simple armbands of ribbon is all." She says with a wink.

Alouryn breaks into dance with her ribbon whip flying as Hin Billy plays his new song. Careful to avoid hitting anyone of course. Still, her moves seem almost dangerous yet fluid. She finishes with a curtsey parting her robes (she never wears skirts or dresses).
(Perform Dance 17)

"Well Hazel, I am hungry now so I will gladly join you for supper, but don't feel like you have to pay. The food may not be as good at the Pig, but it's great fuel for dancing and the drinks are divine." She holds up her silver holy symbol to add to her statement.

Alouryn goes with the Dancing Pig group to the bar pointing out the sights to Hazel and Zylo (unless Zylo chooses to take Murphy's tour). When they arrive at the Pig she will add, "And this is the best part of town! Uh.. second only to the Temple of Flower, of course." She blushes fiercely after her mistake.

*ooc note: Alouryn is not wearing armour, or her backpack which are at home, but she always has her ribbon whip for dancing with. She will make the Teal Armbands tonight before sleeping.

DM David 
Thursday July 4th, 2013 1:53:28 PM
Flimsipold "Hin Billy" Williewhim is awarded 1 hero point for a well-crafted song!

As per Woldian rules, you also get "X" x10 experience points, where "X" is your current level at the time that hero point is awarded. So 10xp.

Make sure you track this hero point and experience on your character sheet and also label the event for which it was awarded.



Shel Breezelee Kromnite (Gerald) 
Thursday July 4th, 2013 5:30:56 PM
"Thank you two for accompanying me," Shel nods toward the fellas. "I'm much more into trying decadent food than dancing. Pretty much any root vegetable is my favorite."

Realizing the others probably weren't that interested in her palate, she begins asking them questions. "What do you think we'll be hunting for tomorrow? Do you have any favorite hiding spots, Murphy? It'd be neat if we got lucky with something fortunate like that."

[ooc]For a night of eating and dancing, Shel would have left all of her possessions at home, other than her traveling outfit and her ring.[/ooc]

Zylo Runefaust HP:9/9 AC:17/15/13 
Thursday July 4th, 2013 6:44:21 PM
While listening to his new companions banter back and forth he is pleased that his trip back to Humble's Ford for the first time in over a decade will most definitely not be a boring one. Perhaps also the joy that the group is overflowing with will distract him from what the trip back to Humble really means.

Zylo listens and watches Alouryn dance about while showing off the town, "Man, how the town has changed since last I've been here last" he thinks to himself. Zylo has always been a quiet person and remains quiet and observing the whole way to the Dancing Pig. Though admittedly he is a bit distracted watching at just how happy the others are to really be paying attention to his surroundings.

ooc- Zylo has been living by himself on the streets of Plateau City for far too long and always carries everything he owns on him.

Edric Lowbrook 
Thursday July 4th, 2013 8:36:07 PM
Edric walks along to the Belly Buster. He turns to Murphy.

"As a matter of fact I am from the Hovel. You may have heard of us Lowbrooks, there are a number of us, we're a fruitful line. I've lived with most of 'em in my time. I've heard of the Leafwin Pipewoods. You're quite an adventurous family."

He turns to Hin Billy and gives him a slap on the back. [b]"That was quite a performance. All I need now is a nice dark ale and some roasted rabbit and I could die content," Edric says laughing.

Murphy Bumblebee Leafwin Pipewood (Kim)  d20+11=18 ;
Friday July 5th, 2013 5:59:16 AM
"Oh, Hin Billy, you done riled ol' Myrtle Bolgar about Mulberry. If you want to make it up to her some time, bring her some scraps from the butcher to feed her cats."

He enjoys the song, and claps along, joining Hazel in the 'Swords! Swords! Swords!' cheer at the end.

Murphy also lets people know, if they need a place to stash their extra gear, they can drop it at his family home where 'it should be pretty safe.'

He takes Hazel, Edric, and also any others who want to go with him on a quick town tour (pointing out hiding places here and there to Shel if she is with them); drops off at his place anything the out-of-towners would like to be kept safe; makes sure that Hazel finds the Dancing Pig, then attends the developing festivities at the Belly Buster with Shel and Eral and Edric.

"Well, Shel, I don't know that scrumptious food is necessarily decadent. I mean, an apple pie that mixes sweetness and tartness, and just the right amount of cinnamon and nutmeg, splashed with fresh cream and a dabble of honey - decadent? Oh, no, not decadent. It is rather... blessed! Since it blesses my tongue, and makes my tummy happy."

And to Edric, he replies, "Sure there are a lot of you there, to my remembrance. I visit my Aunt Marigold there, and my cousins Ellis and Penelope, and their daughter Clara, and... well, I've got a bunch of friends and acquaintances there'bouts." Murphy appears to be trying to recall something else he was going to add, but it looks to have escaped him. He does say, though, "Yea, we've got some among the Leafwins, and some among the Pipewoods both who've put their hand to doing a bit of adventuring. I've heard some corkers from some of 'em!" He also asks Edric, "Did you train long with the militia over there? Any favorite parts to the training they gave you?"

As they go into the Belly Buster, Murphy takes in the scene, and sees if any of his three favorite tables have any space left at them, saying hello to some of his friends there, introducing his teammates around where it seems appropriate. He looks to see if other teams have shown up there.

Perception: 18 - checking out what is going on at the Belly Buster

Shel Breezelee Kromnite (Gerald)  d20+1=18 ;
Friday July 5th, 2013 7:59:46 PM
Shel follows behind the other three in her small group as they enter the restaurant and bar. She scans the area looking for open seats, friends, or any other group member, if any are apparent. "Hmmm, I wonder what the special is this evening? Something light would probably be appropriate...wouldn't want to feel all bogged down tomorrow! Of course, if we are running around all day tomorrow, perhaps something more substantial would be preferable. What do you all think?

[ooc]Perception 18[/ooc]

Eral Sunstrider the Orphan (A. Skomrock) 
Friday July 5th, 2013 8:22:17 PM
Eral turning to to Shel trying to make small talk "I am always up for a full meal before a trial. Either way breakfast will be the most important meal before we start tomorrow. Hopefully the Pig has something good tonight. We shall see when we arrive at the tables I guess."

ooc: Eral does not carry my hammer or shield while out. He also left his armor in the room. He has his plain robes on with my holy symbol. He does have a dagger hidden beneath the robes but he is willing to remove that if asked. Also, Sorry about missing the 4th. Family time got a little dramatic...

DM David: I'm pretty sure you are not required to post on holidays.

Hazel: 17/13/15 - CMD:14 - HP:13/13 (Corsario) 
Friday July 5th, 2013 9:15:03 PM
While walking along Alouryn, Hazel looks discreetly at her and feels a crawling in his skin. He, despised by his father, shunned by her mother, used to live mostly alone in the forest, was having some very strong feelings for that girl.

But how can it work?

She was a fine and delicate girl, talking about not harming anyone, while he lived in the forest, looking how all nature is red, in tooth and claw, and everything has to hunt to eat. Even flowers chase the sun, he thought.

How, then, can they be together. How someone like him can charm a girl like her?

His hand moved towards her. His arm wanting to hold her delicate and soft hand. Let her know how he felt, with a gentle caress.

Maybe he was not able to charm her. But he can keep her safe.

His hand withdraw, before touching hers.

At noticing Hin Billy had talked to him, Hazel face got red, and he apologized:

"Please excuse me, Hin Billy, I was distracted. What did you just said?"

DM David 
Saturday July 6th, 2013 5:47:05 AM
Murphy, Shel, Edric and Eral head to the Belly Buster. As you approach, you see a well-dressed man (hafling of course) waiting at the door.

"Welcome to the Belly Buster! You have made a wise decision coming here for the night's festivities. We have the best food and ale that can be found in all of the Crescent! Also, we'll be having a quartet playing songs by request. I kindly ask that you'd please leave your weapons at the door. I won't let anything happen to them."

He gestures to a near-empty weapon rack and smiles.

Those with concealed weapons can sneak them through. He isn't patting anyone down.

As you enter the Belly Buster, you notice that it has been "dressed up" for the occasion. Decorative streamers of a multitude of colors, tastefully adorn the walls. Each table has a royal blue tablecloth with a candle centerpiece which softly glows. Groups of party goers occupy all of the tables. You notice that one of the tables is occupied by the Angel Falls team. They nod as you make eye contact with them.

One lone member of the BadApple Gang sits at the large, oak bar amongst other patrons. This member is mostly hidden in a forest green cloak. He glances up as you enter and then goes back to drinking his ale. You don't recall seeing him at the pavilion.

The band is located just off of the bar in the corner of the establishment. It consists of a mandolin, pan pipes, flute, and piano player. They are currently playing a lively tune which you've never heard before.

As you scan around to find a place to sit, and elderly man stands up at a table and waves to you. You recognize him as Eldon TossCobble, the town's handyman. Seated next to him is his wife Cora.

"Come over here haflings! We've got plenty of room for all of ya'."

DM David 
Saturday July 6th, 2013 8:22:23 AM
Hazel, Faiol, Alourn, Hin Billy, Zylo, and Odo head to the Dancing Pig. You can hear loud music and cheering on the way there. A black-bearded man stands at the entrance of the Dancing Pig. He takes a sip from his mug before greeting you.

"Welcome to the Dancing Pig, the greatest pub in all the land. I need y'all to check yer weapons here before headin' in."

As he notices Faiol, he frowns. "The mutt's gotta stay out. This ain't a stable ya know. You can tie him up over there if ya like. I got nothin' against dogs, but rules 'r rules. I'll get him some food and water." He directs Hazel to a tree about 20' from the bar. It is clear that he is not in the mood for a compromise.

As Alourn approaches, the man gasps and his eyes widen. "Hello milady. You're the second cleric of Flower here tonight." He moves in closer and lowers his voice. "Don't tell the other one, but yer the prettier of the two. If there is anything I can do fer ya, let me know." He says nothing to Alourn about her whip. He'd probably let her by with a two-handed sword in her hands.

As you enter the Dancing Pig, the first thing you notice is the dance floor. The entire center of the pub is filled with halflings dancing about. The tables (most of them unoccupied) have been pushed towards the walls to expand the dance floor.

The music is provided by a man singing, a piano player, and a fiddler. They are currently playing a fun and lively drinking song which is laden with some language and innuendos not appropriate for kiddies or the faint of heart.

Towards the back of the pub you see Candy, Crystal, Odo, and two other members of the BadApple Gang. They haven't noticed your entrance yet, most likely due to the noise and commotion of the dancers.


Shel Breezelee Kromnite (Gerald) 
Saturday July 6th, 2013 11:16:50 AM
"Hiyah Eldon! Pleasure to see you as well, Cora! What's new with you two? Have you ordered yet? Any specials tonight," Shel questions the two excitedly.

As the band catches her attention, she turns and watches for a bit. "I do love the mandolin, you know. My mother had a bit of talent with it. Sadly to say, that ability seems to have skipped a generation."

Edric Lowbrook 
Saturday July 6th, 2013 1:35:52 PM
"I've worked with the militia for about a year. It's dull, and half of them don't know one end of the sword from the other, but where else can you practice swinging an axe around here?" Edric tells Hazel.

OOC: Edric is keeping a dagger hidden in his belt but leaves the rest of his gear behind.

Murphy Bumblebee Leafwin Pipewood (Kim) Checks one dagger, keeps one up sleeve 
Saturday July 6th, 2013 6:00:10 PM
Murphy nods sympathetically to Edric as he describes the Hovel militia experience as dull. "I heard they had some sort of obstacle course there, which sounds like it might raise a bit of interest at times, but, yeah, drill-drill-drill might get old after a while."

He waves to the Angel Springs folks. "You chose a good spot to eat, an' that's for certain!" He notes the green-clad BadApple. Does Murphy recognize him? Druid? Ranger? Most of the BadApples are local.

Pleased to be invited to a table, Murphy agrees with Shel. "Mister and Missus TossCobble! How fare you lovebugs?" He seats himself next to Eldon, and invites Edric and Eral to sit nearby. "This here's Edric. Edric Lowbrook, out from Hovel - we were just talking about the militia training there. Oh, Edric, this is Mister Eldon TossCobble, who was champion of the games more'n once some time back, and his fantastic wife, Missus Cora TossCobble."

He also introduces one of the group's new members. "This is Eral Sunstrider, out from Angel Springs. Actually, I can tell you serve Domi, but, maybe you can tell us some of your story."

There is no need to introduce ebullient Shel - she's a local. But he does ask her, "Are you therefore prophesying that some day your daughter will play the mandolin with skill?"

He orders chicken prepared in the Red Hills style, with a good sprinkling of pepper and paprika, and a mug of scrumpy.

"Oh, Mister TossCobble - my mother was right well pleased with the way you got our well pump working again a couple o' weeks back. She fretted about having to bother our neighbors for a few days to use their well to fill our pails." Murphy turns to Cora. "We all know he did well in finding you, good woman, but it looks like things didn't turn out too bad for you, either."

DM David: Surprisingly, you don't recognize the man. You're not getting a Druid vibe from him. Maybe ranger. Maybe something else.

Hazel: 17/13/15 - CMD:14 - HP:13/13 (Corsario)  d20+8=18 ;
Saturday July 6th, 2013 7:07:17 PM
At the words ¨Mutt¨ and ¨Stable¨ Faoil bares his teeth and lets out a low menacing growl.

"Down boy! This fine lad doesn't means it like that. Right mister?"

Hazel gets his face near the dorrman's, and for a second bares his own teeth and lets out a menacing growl himself.

"Faoil, wait for me there, in the tree!" - he points towards the tree, smiles, and backs away from the doorman.

"I would be very grateful to you if you can fetch him some water and something to eat, good man." - While talking he slips a SP to the doorman, and shows him a wide friendly smile. - "Just try to be nice to him, he doesn't like to be called "Mutt", nor sleep in stables."

He leaves his Sling Staff at the door, and walks inside, escorting Aluoryn (and the rest of her companions, of course ;) ).

He turns towards her, and says:

"Maybe you can give me the pleasure of the first dance?'

At the first chance he will try to check on the Bad Apples Team. Perception 18.

DM David: At a closer look, you recognize the two other "BadApples". They are male and female twins, Balbo and Belba BadApple. Both are adept in the arts of magic to your best recollection. Both are also known to be...unfriendly.

Eral Sunstrider the Orphan (A. Skomrock)  d20+6=22 ;
Saturday July 6th, 2013 10:05:29 PM
"Hey there Eldon" Nodding to Eldon and turning to Cora " Cora you are looking stunning this evening. How are you on this beautiful evening. I cannot wait to get food and drink this evening. Are you going to be out watching the competition tomorrow? Make sure you root for the Swords. We plan on showing them that random strangers can make a good team." Eral sits and waits for the bar keep to come over and orders dinner and an ale.

Eral is also keeping an eye out for anyone that might be paying too much attention to the group. (Perception Roll of 22)

Flimsipold "Hin Billy" Williewhim AC: 13/13/11 HP: 10/10 (C. Neagu)  d20+2=11 ;
Sunday July 7th, 2013 2:30:56 AM
Flimsipold abandoned his longsword and well too big straw hat with the doorman, promptly spitting in each of his palms and running the result through his hair - instant haircare! As he came into the Dancing Pig he made for the place most likely to serve food, that he might stuff his face for the things to come. While at it, he threw a glance up to the performers to see if he recognized either of them.

Roll is Knowledge: Local.

Odo Barfoot HP: 11/11, AC: 19/16/14 (Matthew)  d20+2=7 ;
Sunday July 7th, 2013 10:57:34 AM
Odo unfastens his cloak from around his shoulders and the sheathed shortsword from his belt, handing them over to the doorman.

"Busy night tonight, eh?' The swordsman points out the obvious once Hazel and Faoil have done their bit. He then heads inside, having a good look around himself for anyone he might recognise.

Roll is Perception.

Alouryn Buttercup Bumblebottom AC: 14/14/11 HP: 8/8 (Vaughn)  d20+5=16 ; d20+5=19 ; d20+4=5 ;
Sunday July 7th, 2013 11:15:28 AM
Alouryn notices Hazel's hand moving towards hers but he pulls it away quickly and she isn't sure what just happened so she just lets it go. (Perception 16)

She smiles at the guard and blushes slightly, "Oh, you're too kind sir!" Alouryn is in a very good mood as she enters the Dancing Pig.

Once inside she scans the dance floor for the usual culprits and tries to spot Crystal. (Perception 19). After taking note where the other cleric is she turns her attention back to her friends.

She replies to Hazel, "I would be delighted to have the first dance with you Hazel. Let's wait for a slower song, it's been a long day." Alouryn is feeling a bit weak just now from all of the excitement and lets Hazel lead her through the song when the music slows down. (Perform dance 5). After the song ends, "I'm sorry friend I'm usually better at dancing than that, perhaps we should eat before trying again?"
When they sit down Alouryn tells Hazel, and the others who are interested, about her being sick as a child, meeting Sarabella LoveSong and deciding to become a cleric of Flower. "I still get a bit woozy once in a while." she explains.



Shel Breezelee Kromnite (Gerald) 
Sunday July 7th, 2013 7:24:07 PM
Shel quickly scanned the menu and decided on the chunky root vegetable ratatouille with basil potato du,plimgs. "Yum, I bet it's straight from the garden! That should be filling, but not too filling. Hopefully, I'll be up to running around all day tomorrow.

"Do you have any hints forums tomorrow, Eldon? We might need some luck to beat those BadApples. I hear they are fierce competitors."

Hazel: 17/13/15 - CMD:14 - HP:13/13 (Corsario) 
Sunday July 7th, 2013 9:16:40 PM
"Not to worry, Alouryn, I understand. Please sit a moment and try to rest. I am a bad dancer myself, and no amount of rest will make me a better one. Odo, please order something to give us energy, for Alouryn, and all of us, on me. I get you know this place better than I. Now let's see what can I do about it with the "competition".

He goes towards Belba, and invites her to dance:

"Would you care to dance with me?"

Murphy Bumblebee Leafwin Pipewood (Kim) Checks one dagger, keeps one up sleeve [at Belly Buster]  d20+11=24 ;
Monday July 8th, 2013 1:06:09 AM
Murphy keeps the green-cloaked BadApple in view with his peripheral vision, noting the set of his shoulders, how he moves in his chair, whether it seems he is trying to eaves-drop, as well as whether he can discern the imprint of a weapon under this clothing, especially so if he shifts in his seat. This is not a full-on stare at all, and his eye will not be on Mr. Green full time - but he maintains an awareness of him as the group with the TossCobbles talks, eats, drinks, and interacts.

To a lesser extent he will occasionally mark what the Angel Springs group is about.

Perception: 24

DM David 
Monday July 8th, 2013 10:50:21 AM
At the Belly Buster...

Murphy, Shel, Edric and Eral accept Eldon's invitation and join he and his lovely wife, Cora at their table. Cora blushes at Eral's complement and gives the cleric of Domi a kiss on the cheek.

Eldon replies to Murphy and Shel,"Cora and I are doing just fine. I love as much as the first day I met her.' He smiles and the two share a brief moment as if they are lost in each other's, seemingly ageless eyes. His attention returns to you,"I used to play in the games when I was your age. My team was called the 'Bucking Goats'. We were a bit...well... drunk when we picked a team name at the registration table. Although everyone laughed at our silly name, they stopped when they watched us march to victory! My best advice to winning the games is to count on each member of the team. With a random bunch of halflings like yourselves, there's bound to be someone best for each job."

Eldon takes on a sullen affect and sighs, "Unfortunately, I'm going to miss this year's games. I'm going to be leading a supply caravan down the old trade route." His face lights up again. "At least Cora will be here to root you on to victory! By the way, Cora and I would be honored to pay your way tonight. Get whatever you like!"

With that, orders are made and a seemingly endless amount of some of the best food that the Ford has to offer fills the table. The group from Angel Springs celebrates on their own. They show no signs of ruining your night.

The hooded member of the BadApples meets Murphy's stare with a shake of his head and a smile. He smacks the empty spot next him at the bar and motions for Murphy to come and join him.


DM David 
Monday July 8th, 2013 11:23:57 AM
At the Dancing Pig...

The doorman gets a waitress' attention and has her get Faiol some food and water. "I'll watch'm friend. Got two at home m'self." Once Hazel is sure his canine is well taken care of, Alourn, Hin Billy, Zylo, Odo, and he enter the Dancing Pig.

Many of Humble's Swords carefully eye the "barrel of BadApples" at the bar. None are initially thrilled to see them here.

Possibly to break the tension of the BadApple situation, or maybe to make a move, Hazel asks Alourn for the first dance of the night. Although the typically graceful cleric's moves are not up to her standards, they work just fine for Hazel. Once the song ends, the two lead the others to a table.

Hin Billy recognizes the band as the "Peppered Peaches". They are a popular band in the Ford. The lead singer spots the bard and rushes over to him. "It's great t' see ya Hin! Would ya mind joining us in a song? We'd love to hear ya play ur mandolin."

With that, Odo orders for the "Swords" and watches for trouble in the meantime (Why so many perception checks? Do you really think the DM would do something to you at a party?). Ale and food are heaped on to the table and the group begins partaking in the "Pig's" many delights.

For some unknown reason, the absolutely fearless Hazel approaches the BadApples and asks Belba to dance.

The red-haired beauty laughs at the proposal. "Why would I ever want to dance with you? I'll tell you what. Die and maybe I'll dance on your corpse!"

The nearly dwarf-sized Odo laughs as ale sprays out of his maw,"She said 'dancing on yer corpse!'" You wonder if his small brain could even comprehend the meaning, or if he was just repeating words that sounded funny to him.

Candy BadApple stands up and approaches Hazel. She eyes the ranger and gives a little wink and grin. "I'll dance with ya. What's your name, runt?' She offers her hand to Hazel.

Crystal scans the room and finds the rest of the Swords. She smiles and waves to you. Without saying a word to any of the BadApple Gang, she stands up and heads to your table. Odo quickly stands up and follows, making it halfway through the pub and stopping. His eyes are fixed on all things around the cleric.

Crystal nods to Alourn and then looks to the other occupants of the table. "Will any of you fine gentleman ask me to dance?"


Hazel: 17/13/15 - CMD:14 - HP:13/13 (Corsario) 
Monday July 8th, 2013 12:59:15 PM
"Hazel, ma'am, but you can call me 'corpse'" - Hazel flashes a wide smile - "and it will be an honor to dance with you!"

Hazel makes his best effort to dance well with her, and tries to start some conversation:

"What do you do when you are not rescuing rejected dancers?"
"You should fell very proud to be the captain of your team, even if you are so young. You seem to be a good contender for this year games."
"So most of your team are related?"
"I fear my team is somewhat 'ragtag', I know some of them, but not all, I just hope we have a good participation."
"Do you know Culverwood?"
"Myself are a hunter there, with my friend Faoil. No, he is a very nice dog, I should introduce him to you."

Zylo Runefaust HP:9/9 AC:17/15/13  d20+6=18 ;
Monday July 8th, 2013 1:58:46 PM
Zylo leaves his rapier and sling at the door but hides a dagger and refuses to part with his small pack. Not nearly as interested in the dance floor or any of the other popular festivities of the Dancing Pig, Zylo accepts a drink from the table and goes in search of some sort of gambling table.

Perception roll to spot a table that is perhaps playing some sort of gambling game.

DM David: No games of chance here. Sorry.

Shel Breezelee Kromnite (Gerald) 
Monday July 8th, 2013 3:20:45 PM
At the Belly Buster:

"Cora, I don't suppose you'd like to be our honorary Captain, would you? You've been so nice over the years, and offering to pay for dinner tonight is above and beyond. I doubt you could complete, but you can certainly accompany us in the morning for the announcement."

Shel tucks into her dinner as it arrives. "Delicious as always," she chirps happily.

"Now, Eldon, what sort of supply run are you making this time? Anything exciting?"



Murphy Bumblebee Leafwin Pipewood (Kim) [at Belly Buster] 
Monday July 8th, 2013 3:36:15 PM
Murphy thanks Eldon and Cora for their hospitality, and enjoys tucking in. "We'd love to so good a cheerleader," he says to Cora.

He sees the invitation. "Back in a bit, friends," he says to those at this table, and moves over to sit next to the fellow at the bar.

"Howdy! Name's Murphy. Murphy Bumblebee Leafwin Pipewood. So, is this your first time playing in the games here? I saw some of last year's event, but don't remember spotting you there. I live in town, here. Help my family in my Pa's shop a bit, and keep bees. Got my second name when I was a toddler - my mother said I used to pet the bumblebees on the clover.

"So, how about you? By the way, I like your cloak. You spend much time in the Culverwood?"

Flimsipold "Hin Billy" Williewhim AC: 13/13/11 HP: 10/10 (C. Neagu)  d20+9=19 ;
Monday July 8th, 2013 3:38:50 PM
Flimsipold rose a finger to the approaching musician, taking a moment to finish off the last of his drink before agreeing excitedly. "All right!" He ran a hand through his untamed, gingerish hair and beamed with a smile twelve teeth wide and made for his mandolin. "Say, you seen Mulberry around? Drinkwater, that's the one." He did not even pause to give his interlocutor a chance to reply. "Has she said anything about me? Where she at, ey?"

He made for the stage with wide steps, almost embracing the mandolin that might as well have been his wife, and pretty thing too, his mandolin, a real work of art. "And now, gentlefellers and gentlegals, make room for what's indeed the most greatest, most amazingful, most masterful, absolutely nigh unheard of musical collaboration!" He clapped his hands loudly after fitting the strap of his mandolin over his shoulders and neck. "Tonight at the Dancin' Pig, Hin Billy!!!... and the Peppered Preachers... I mean peaches! Flim began fiddling his fiddly fingers around the fiddly strings made to be fiddled and waiting for a fiddling, in tune with the Peppered Peaches to provide music to which the Pig might live up to its name.

Roll is Perform (String), I forgot to add the masterwork bonus last time.

Odo Barfoot HP: 11/11, AC: 19/16/14 (Matthew) 
Monday July 8th, 2013 5:43:04 PM
Odo orders a bottle or two of Stagfast's tonic wine for the group, and mugs enough for the lot of them- a beverage well known for its energy inducing properties- before joining Alouryn and the quickly disappearing Flim and Zylo at their table. Not a moment after he gets started on his drink, though, he hears Crystal's request.

"Er. I'll dance with you, if you like." He replies, getting up to his feet again.

Eral Sunstrider the Orphan (A. Skomrock) [At Belly Buster] 
Monday July 8th, 2013 8:17:30 PM
"Thank you for the hospitality Eldon, Hopefully its something important you are running tomorrow to be missing the games tomorrow. If you think of any other hints during the night feel free to share them. Cora, I hope you have a good time and if you feel like supporting us please feel free to wear the color teal tomorrow so we know you are on our side." Eral watches Murphy from the table to make sure no one comes up behind him during his conversation with the stranger at the bar.

Edric Lowbrook  d20=15 ;
Monday July 8th, 2013 9:45:32 PM
Edric sips his ale and eats his meal of roasted meat and tubers.

"I second that. Thanks for the hospitality of your table," Edric replied with his mouth half full.

He watches Murphy out of the corner of his eye, trying to discern what is happening (Perception = 15+2 = 17).

Alouryn Buttercup Bumblebottom AC: 14/14/11 HP: 8/8 (Vaughn) 
Monday July 8th, 2013 10:28:39 PM
Alouryn enjoys a quiet meal while others are dancing and gambling. She hopes to get her strength back soon so she can enjoy the music and dancefloor. She keeps her eye on Hazel and Crystal. For some reason she feels closer to those two more than any of the others.

DM David 
Tuesday July 9th, 2013 10:27:02 AM
At the Belly Buster...

Cora smiles as the group votes her the official cheerleader of the "Humble's Swords" team.

"I'll be sure to find something appropriate to show my support!"

Eldon chimes in,"I'm delivering tools and basic goods to some of our workers down the road. I should be back in time for the final day of the competition. At least I'll get to see the the final game and the awards ceremony. Hopefully, the "Swords" will be the big winners."

Murphy accepts the nonverbal invitation and makes his way to the bar. He sits down by the mystery BadApple.

"Nice to meet ya. The name's Lotho Weatherbee. I work for Candy. I'm a new addition to the team. That's why ya didn't see me last year. Where I've been, well that's for my previous boss and me to know. You understand right?"

With that, he passes Murphy a mug filled with frothy ale. He smiles and holds up his mug.

"What should we drink to?"

DM David  d20+3=8 ;
Tuesday July 9th, 2013 10:56:19 AM
At the Dancing Pig...

Hin Billy takes the stage and the "Peppered Peaches" join him in a lively tune. The dance floor fills to capacity. Crystal takes Odo's hand and leads him to the dance floor. She smiles and begins dancing with the lucky halfling.

"Don't mind my sister. She's not half as bad as everyone makes her out to be. She's just under a lot of pressure."

Meanwhile, Zylo hopelessly tries to feed his need to gamble, but finds no games to join.

Alouryn sits and eats while keeping a keen eye on her new allies.

Candy leads the fearless Hazel to the center of the dance floor and pulls him in close. Hazel finds himself surrounded by couples dancing and in the arms of his enemy. Candy shakes her head at his attempts to gain information.

"Do we really need ta do this runt? You ask me a bunch of stupid questions and I rattle off pointless answers. We're going to wipe the floor with you losers."

At this point, Alouryn notices the oafish Odo heading towards Crystal and Odo (PC).

Suddenly, Hazel feels Candy shift her weight. With a sudden sweep of the leg, Candy tries to trip Hazel... but fails! (CMB=8) Hazel may make an action as Candy does the combat maneuver.

Hazel: 17/13/15 - CMD:14 - HP:13/13 (Corsario) 
Tuesday July 9th, 2013 12:26:04 PM
Hazel feels Candy trying to trip him, and he in turns uses the impulse to make a turn with her within the dance, embraces her at the end, close, and smiles...

"I'm glad I am not a corpse anymore, and got promoted to loser. Who knows what tomorrow may bring?"

When the music stops he will make a bow to her:

"Thanks for the dance, and an advice. The world is much bigger than this games, and there are people that don't care about them that much. After they are over, please consider me your friend."

He heads towards his table.

DM David 
Tuesday July 9th, 2013 12:39:51 PM
As Hazel smoothly responds to Candy's attempt and then walks away, the leader of the BadApples fumes.

All PCs besides Hazel: perception DC 12 to notice Candy charging after Hazel.

Zylo Runefaust HP:9/9 AC:17/15/13  d20+6=16 ;
Tuesday July 9th, 2013 1:28:03 PM
Zylo was on his way back to the groups table after his futile attempt to find a table to sit down and play a game. How can there not be a single gambling table in this place., he thinks to himself. He lifts his head out of his grumblings long enough to see Candy charging after Hazel. He gathers his wits about him quickly enough to manage a warning yell, Look out behind you Hazel!

Alouryn Buttercup Bumblebottom AC: 14/14/11 HP: 8/8 (Vaughn)  d20+5=19 ;
Tuesday July 9th, 2013 2:13:35 PM
Alouryn gets up and tries to intercept Odo (NPC) at the dance floor when she notices the exchange between Candy and Hazel. (Perception 19)

If she is close enough and has time to do so she will cast Sanctuary on Hazel. (DC 14 will save, 1 round duration)

Otherwise she will point to Candy and shout, "Hazel look out!" possibly turning her back on Odo (NPC) in the process.

Either way Alouryn has her whip ready in her right hand.

DM David: You won't be able to get through the crowd and cast a touch spell. I'm not drawing a map for this one. We'll roleplay/combat this one.

Odo Barfoot HP: 11/11, AC: 19/16/14 (Matthew)  d20+2=3 ; d20=1 ; d20+6=21 ;
Tuesday July 9th, 2013 3:24:53 PM
"Um... Yes. I quite u-understand, m-m- hm." Odo responds nervously as he does his best to dance to the bard's quick-paced mandolin fiddling. "It must be-"

Something almost catches the rotund swordsman's eye as he dances, but before he can get a good look at it he breaks his concentration, tripping over his own foot and stumbling to the ground. Thinking quickly Odo rolls backwards then launches himself upwards back to his feet, all acrobatic-like.

He wipes the sweat from his brow then carries on dancing as if nothing had happened, even if it were obvious to everyone around that something most certainly had.

3 is Perception
1 is Perform (Dance)
21 is Acrobatics

Flimsipold "Hin Billy" Williewhim AC: 13/13/11 HP: 10/10 (C. Neagu)  d20+6=12 ; d20+3=23 ;
Tuesday July 9th, 2013 3:26:32 PM
Flim interrupted his song with ear-screeching slide on his mandolin's riff upon noticing the bar fight waiting to commence, he turned to the Peppered Peaches as well, making voluptuous hand signs to make them stop as well. "I say, there is no punishment quite as bad as public humiliation! He beamed with a mischievous smile, "More so if it is in a catchy tune, people can hum that for years to come! With that, Flimsipold leaned forward in his chair, embracing his mandolin better still, narrowing his eyes upon the BadApples wherever he saw them, and looking around for more still. With that, and trying to look intimidating while at it, Flim strummed his mandolin in warning, letting out a musical "Weeeeeeeeeell..." to try and settle down the BadApples.

Perception = 12
Intimidate = 23 (nat 20!)

DM David: Always call out your nat 20s!.. and nat 1s.

Eral Sunstrider the Orphan (A. Skomrock) [At Belly Buster]  d20+6=20 ;
Tuesday July 9th, 2013 5:35:19 PM
Eral will stay at the table eating and only drinking a small amount while making small talk with Cora and Eldon. He will also keep peeking over at Murphy to make sure nothing is going on without him knowing. If Murphy done without any interruptions Eral will suggest heading over to the Pig to make plans on where to meet in the morning.

Perception of 20 for watching Murphy and the rest of the bar.

Murphy Bumblebee Leafwin Pipewood (Kim) [at Belly Buster]  d20+3=15 ;
Tuesday July 9th, 2013 6:10:20 PM
"What, no charming childhood story in reciprocation?" Murphy joshes. "Well met, in any event, Lotho Weatherbee."

At the offer to share a drink together, he smiles. "That is right kind of you." About to lift the mug for a toast, he says, "You're no doubt acquainted with the reputation of the team you've joined? I trust you have a heart to play an honest game." As he talks his left hand loosens his pouch, opening the top, and readies to drop it to the ground. His right hand lifts the mug, and Murphy says, "To good weather, strong ankles, fair play, and good games." Just then, he lets his pouch drop, with a few coins spilling out. "Ah, shoot!" He sets the drink down, and makes some grumbling sounds... and casts detect poison - concealing the casting by having his back to Lotho, and having the retrieval of the pouch and the spilt coins as cover. He then gets back up on the stool, and lifts the beer to lightly tap Lotho's mug, trying to discern through the power of the spell whether either his or Lotho's beverages are just beer, or beer plus something less desirable.

If both are just beer, he raises his mug to his lips, and drinks about a quarter of it, wiping his mouth afterwards. "Good luck, good sir! Would you care to join us at our table?"

If the beer is apparently poisoned, he will not partake, but rather slide the drink away, out of reach of Lotho, and turn to the other tables. "Could I have a representative of the group from Angel Springs, and Mister Eldon TossCobble join us for a moment?"
-----
Detect poison Wisdom check DC 15 (Can discern if it is poison, but does not know the exact sort)

Shel Breezelee Kromnite (Gerald) 
Tuesday July 9th, 2013 7:33:34 PM
Shel finishes her dinner, deciding to skip dessert, and sits back comtinuing to chitchat with the lovely couple. Despite her enjoyment of the small talk, she makes sure to keep an eye on Murphy's dealing with the BadApple. She notices him clumsily drop his pack, and wonders if he might be intimidated by dealing with the other side.



Edric Lowbrook  d20=6 ;
Tuesday July 9th, 2013 11:53:13 PM
Edric finishes his meal, wipes his face and lights a pipe, still trying nonchalantly to watch Murphy (Perception 6+2=8).

"I don't trust the BadApple, be ready for a some trick," he whispers to the rest.



DM David  d20+6=22 ;
Wednesday July 10th, 2013 11:25:37 AM
At the Belly Buster...

Paranoia rules supreme in the Belly Buster. All members of the Swords watch Lotho and Murphy tries to bluff Lotho with the old "drop gold on the floor, act like your getting it so you can secretly cast a spell, and check if you're about to be poisoned" routine. Unfortunately for Murphy, Lotho's seen this one before. (sense motive=22)

Weatherbee chuckles as Murphy checks the ale for poison. The druid finds nothing insidious about the ale and takes a drink. At the offer to join the table, the hooded member of the BadApple gang polishes off his drink and shakes his head.

"I think I'm about done for the night. I'm going to check on my new friends and then turn in."

With that, Lotho leaves the bar.

DM David 
Wednesday July 10th, 2013 11:39:48 AM
At the Dancing Pig...

With Hazel in immediate danger, members of the team call out warnings. Just as Candy reaches the ranger, Hin Billy intervenes the way any good bard would. With the music suddenly stopped, so too does the dancing and in turn so too does Candy. Flimsipold calls out the entire BadApple gang present at the Pig. Although she's not necessarily intimidated, she does realize that she is now under heavy scrutiny. Candy glares at Hin Billy, but does nothing else.

As Odo (the huge, dumb BadApple) reaches...Odo (the incredibly, horrible dancer... 2 nat 1's! Yikes!), Mulberry Drinkwater enters the Dancing Pig wearing a Bright yellow dress. This one seems even larger than the pink one. The giant Odo stops and stares as she enters. A dopey smile envelopes his dirty, gnarled face.

"Don't stop the party for me everybody! I'm here all night!",cries Mulberry with a wink and a smile.

Candy signals the gang to leave. She marches over to Crystal and Odo.

"Come on! Let's go!"

Crystal courtises to Odo and leaves with her sister and the gang.

DM David 
Wednesday July 10th, 2013 11:43:47 AM
Both pubs...

The night continues on with eating, drinking, and dancing. The light of day has completely faded from the sky. Only the moon and stars dimly serve in the sun's place.

Hazel: 17/13/15 - CMD:14 - HP:13/13 (Corsario) 
Wednesday July 10th, 2013 12:51:26 PM
Hazel go to his table and sits down. He sighs, and tells Alouryn:

"If she wanted another dance, she had only to ask!

With that joke, he gets out a loud laugh. After a couple seconds, he gets more serious.

"Thanks for watching my back. - He puts his hand over hers gently - I think I learned a good deal from our competition, they are taking this games way to seriously, there are some internal problems with that lot, and they are going to take them out on us. Good, that will make them more interesting."

Pulling off his hand he grabs a mug and drinks a little. He thinks himself very "discreet" in the way he touched her, as he feels his heart racing inside his chest at his "boldness".

Remember me to buy a drink for Hin Billy, he sure saved my hide. I felt like I was going to get mauled by a mother bear, and I wouldn't be able to fight back." - He smiles and get up, screaming towards Hin Billy - "MASTER! AT YOUR HEALTH!" - and makes the exaggerated movements of toasting with him.

He sits down again, and starts talking to Alouryn.

"What do you think of this games?"


Zylo Runefaust HP:9/9 AC:17/15/13 
Wednesday July 10th, 2013 1:37:14 PM
After the ordeal with Candy, Zylo returns to the table and proceeds to drink profusely. As he does he continues to grumble about the nights events and the obvious lack of typical tavern festivities. He eventually stops grumbling and sits with his chin in his hand and doses off at the table listening to the masterful playing of Hin Billy.

Shel Breezelee Kromnite (Gerald) 
Wednesday July 10th, 2013 2:36:44 PM
With the food gone, and the festivities closing in the Belly Buster, Shel wonders about the rest of the evening. "Well, I feel like I should probably go to bed and get a good rest, but that would be terribly boring. Perhaps we could take a quick dash over to the Pig to check in on the others, and see if Hin Billy has been able to woo Ms. Mulberry. I know he's not going to have any luck, but it should be entertaining watching him put forth the effort."

Flimsipold "Hin Billy" Williewhim AC: 13/13/11 HP: 10/10 (C. Neagu) 
Wednesday July 10th, 2013 3:48:54 PM
Flimsipold raised his own drink to Hazel in turn, "And to you, my friend!" he took an intent chug, bottom right up and, having rose from his seat he expertly swung the mandolin over and to his back. As he stepped down to the dance floor, he turned to the lead of the Peppered Peaches, "Can y'all play some real swingy-type.. but y'know lovin' kind, all slow and such? Oh! And make it a long one!" He grinned, content with this very specific request he deemed well formulated.

Flimsipold then walked up to the others, joining them at the table, his hand fell almost fatherly upon Hazel's shoulder; "And for you, a piece of bardly advice" and Flimsipold's gaze was one to ensure that this was no laughing matter, "Don't go letting no dame twist your head, tell you how to live ya life, yeah?". He concluded this with another one of his uncalled for claps. "Right, then! Can y'all watch over my mandolin while I try and get a dance out my dear lil' miss Mulberry?" He beamed with a wide smile, then pulling up an empty chair and abandoning his mandolin upon it.

Odo Barfoot HP: 11/11, AC: 19/16/14 (Matthew) 
Wednesday July 10th, 2013 4:01:35 PM
Odo gives Crystal a slight bow as she departs before joining the others back at the table. "Aye, an interesting team alright." He gives Billy a somewhat annoyed look as he appears at the table and quickly leaves again, but keeps quiet for the time being, sipping at his Stagfast.

Eral Sunstrider the Orphan (A. Skomrock) [At Belly Buster] 
Wednesday July 10th, 2013 5:16:00 PM
Eral wished Eldon and Cora a good night and heads out with the team to the pig. "If everything is fine at the Pig once we get plans for tomorrow morning together I will be heading to bed."

Murphy Bumblebee Leafwin Pipewood (Kim) [at Belly Buster] 
Wednesday July 10th, 2013 6:08:00 PM
Murphy, somewhat abashed at incorrectly suspecting Lotho of subterfuge, bid him farewell, then joins his group back at the table. "Perhaps I was a bit, uh, too concerned about the reputation of that, uh, team. Maybe Lotho's just a nice guy." His ears are noticeably reddened for the moment.

As members of the group seem to want to move on, Murphy takes a last bite of his food and washes it down with the tail end of his scrumpy.

"Thank you for your hospitality, Mister and Missus TossCobble. Good journey to you, sir, and we look forward to seeing you on the morrow, good lady!" He shakes Eldon's hand, and gives a salute to Cora, our official cheerleader.

He swings by the Angel Springs table. "Good luck, you all. See you in the mornin'!"

Murphy then retrieves his dagger, and joins Shel, Edric and Eral as they wend their way to the Dancing Pig. He keeps his eyes out to see who else is out on the streets at this time.

As they walk, he asks, "I got so focused on mister green cloak that I did not find out anything, really, about the Angel Springs team. Were any of you able to pick up anything about them?"

When they arrive at the Pig, he checks both his daggers, and heads on in.

Shel Breezelee Kromnite (Gerald) 
Wednesday July 10th, 2013 9:20:58 PM
Shel turns to Murphy, and shakes her head. "Honestly, it never occurred to me. The ratatouille was delicious, though...that much I can report," Shel smiles contentedly as she delivers this super important piece of information.

Edric Lowbrook 
Wednesday July 10th, 2013 11:28:37 PM
After heartily thanking his hosts, Edric takes his leave of the pub with the rest of the group. After the stuffy warmth of the pub, the cool air of the streets is refreshing.

"I didn't find out anything noteworthy about them either," Edric replies to Murphy.

Alouryn Buttercup Bumblebottom AC: 14/14/11 HP: 8/8 (Vaughn)  d20+4=8 ;
Thursday July 11th, 2013 12:55:58 AM
Alouryn feels overly comfortable with Hazel's hand on hers. "I've never been in the games before actually. I was always weaker than the other kids growing up after being sick and all. Now that I'm a Devotee of Flower though I really feel like I have something to contribute you know?" Alouryn gets a little lost in Hazel's eyes and she almost forgets why she came here. " Please excuse me for a bit but I should really test my legs again!" Alouryn tries dancing again but quits after one song. (Perform dance 8). She returns to the table and appologizes to the group. "I really wanted to show you all a good time but I'm just not up to it tonight." She blushes slightly from embaressment then leaves to cut up the arm bands for tomorrow.

Hazel: 17/13/15 - CMD:14 - HP:13/13 (Corsario) 
Thursday July 11th, 2013 10:06:05 AM
Hazel accompanies Alouryn to the door.

"Don't worry about it, you don't need to dance to help us have a good time."

The he goes to check on Faoil, and see he is ok.

When Murphy arrives he greets him, accompany him inside the Pig Buster, and tells him about the Bad Apples and Odo dancing mishaps and acrobatics.

DM David 
Thursday July 11th, 2013 10:17:08 AM
The Angel Springs team nods as the group leaves the Belly Buster with Eldon and Cora. The happy couple wish you luck and head home.

As Murphy, Shel, Edric and Eral head to the Dancing Pig, they meet up with the rest of the Swords. Hin Billy does his best to enchant Mulberry. Unfortunately, even the silver-tongued bard can't break her away from her adoring fans for a dance. Stories are told regarding both encounters with the BadApples. All decide that it is about time to sleep in anticipation for tomorrow's games.

As the Humble's Swords head out of the Dancing Pig, you see a disheveled, elderly man hurriedly approach. His eyes dart around in a paranoid manner as if he has seen a ghost. You don't recognize the hafling, but it is clear by his ungroomed appearance and the rough condition of his backpack and clothes that he is a vagabond.

"Don't tell everyone boyo, I din't wan'ta make a scene of it, but the Biguns are comin' strong from the Red Hills... Possibly the Really Biguns too... Word has it that they're comin' to raid the town again... Group'a fine fellers like yourselves might wan'ta check it out. "

He almost cowers as is they were right behind him. His body is in constant, jittery motion.

"You fellers are a bit too young ta' remember, but before those towers were built, the Biguns raided and nearly wiped out evera' halfling in the Valley. The towers are failin' us. Theyr' gettin' through."



Hazel: 17/13/15 - CMD:14 - HP:13/13 (Corsario)  d20+2=19 ;
Thursday July 11th, 2013 12:54:51 PM
Hazel is "suspicious" of the well timed attack from the "Biguns"...

Sense Motive 19, to try and see if the vagabond is lying

"Go ahead and rest, Faoil and me will quickly scout, and if it is true, we will alert the village"

He quickly mounts Faoil, and prepares to ride away.

OOC: What to see the result of the Sense Motive to know if ready scout ahead or go looking for the BadApples.

Shel Breezelee Kromnite (Gerald) 
Thursday July 11th, 2013 1:30:30 PM
Shel also has her doubts about the veracity of this vagabond's tale. This could be a trick by one of the other teams to make us fatigued for the morning, Shel thinks as she waits for the others reactions. "What big'uns are you speaking of, like human and elf sized big'uns, or even bigger than that?"

Flimsipold "Hin Billy" Williewhim AC: 13/13/11 HP: 10/10 (C. Neagu)  d20=18 ;
Thursday July 11th, 2013 4:34:51 PM
Flimsipold promptly picked up his mandolin and recuperated his longsword upon being rejected by Mulberry Drinkwater. Truly a pathetic sight this, so did poor old Flimsipold drag his feet over the ground from which his saddened gaze could and would not rise. Like a dog out in the rain, so did the gingerish feller walk out, straw hat way lower than usual. He sniffled, "Jus' got some lil' bugger in me eye.." followed by a much lower "And a dagger in my heart.".

Not even upon the beggar's arrival, nor even his plea did he gather his composure and try to look like less of a mess. Still, suspicious enough of this encounter, he couldn't help but ask between plenty of barely contained sobs, "[i]If y'ain't moving your mouth for nothing, y'oughta tell the there mayor. He'll mobilize us right quick."

Sense Motive - 18.

Alouryn Buttercup Bumblebottom AC: 14/14/11 HP: 8/8 (Vaughn)  d20+8=23 ;
Thursday July 11th, 2013 5:19:43 PM
Alouryn gently approaches the old man. "Flower's blessing upon you good sir" (Cast Bless on everyone to ease troubled minds - including Hin Billy's)
She places her hand on his shoulder during the blessing. "Now, can you tell us exactly what you have SEEN, and then what you have HEARD?" (ooc: Diplomacy 22 - I originally thought bless gave +1 to skills)

Odo Barfoot HP: 11/11, AC: 19/16/14 (Matthew)  d20+2=4 ; d20=1 ;
Thursday July 11th, 2013 5:22:49 PM
Odo recovers his cloak and shortsword from the doorman before heading outside and conversing with the crazy-eyed old man.

"However big they are I'm sure they wouldn't risk attacking the Ford when there are so many here- especially all the adventurefolk competing in the games. Still, if you have any evidence that what you say is true then perhaps you should show it to the dinner club, eh?"

4 is Knowledge: Local (untrained) to identify the man.
1 (crit fail) is sense motive to tell if he's lying.

Eral Sunstrider the Orphan (A. Skomrock) [At Belly Buster]  d20+4=12 ;
Thursday July 11th, 2013 6:05:46 PM
"I'm not too sure that he is not just trying to trick us with everything else we have seen tonight. Hazel, Feel free to wake me if you have concerns that the reports are real. If everyone else is in agreement I will head to my room." If no one has concerns Eral will head to bed for the night. " See you all early in the morning to start planning."

Sense Motive : 12

DM David 
Thursday July 11th, 2013 6:57:21 PM
Hin Billy and Hazel are pretty confident that the man believes what he is saying to be true, but also that he is clearly not in his right mind. They definitely smell a rat.

Odo, on the other hand, is convinced that the man is telling the truth and that a raid could be on the way. The hafling might buy a bridge from the man if offered.

The question is, will the Swords seek vengeance this night or during the games in the morning.

Hazel: 17/13/15 - CMD:14 - HP:13/13 (Corsario)  d20+8=17 ;
Thursday July 11th, 2013 8:47:18 PM
"Please, friends, go and rest, I will wake you up if needed. Faoil and I can check very quickly."

Hazel plans to quickly go towards the towers, but with an eye open looking for the Bad Apples "laughing" of them.

If he sees the Bad Apples, he will ask them to go defend the town with him. Let's see if they fall for their own trick!

Then he will confirm if the village is under attack or not, and quickly return to warn the people or go to sleep.

Perception Roll 17

DM David: You have a strong idea that this is a ruse. The BadApples are not in your immediate area.

Zylo Runefaust HP:9/9 AC:17/15/13 
Friday July 12th, 2013 12:19:56 AM
Zylo shows little to no concern to the wild eyed man's claims and simply shrugs and heads off to find someplace to sleep off the booze. Honestly, you could skip waking me even if this guy is telling the truth., he slurs as he shambles off.

DM David: LOL! Nice post!

Edric Lowbrook 
Friday July 12th, 2013 1:02:54 AM
Edric scoffs. "I think the guy has probably had a bit too much to drink. Saw a shadow in the distance and now he thinks the big'uns are invading. Wake me if the do though," Edric laughs as he heads off to get a good nights sleep.

Murphy Bumblebee Leafwin Pipewood (Kim) [at Belly Buster]  d20+2=11 ;
Friday July 12th, 2013 1:09:20 AM
"You know, don't you, that the giants did NOT nearly wipe out every halfling in the Valley. Because We Fought Back. Some of our ancestors fought back - some armed only with frying pans and slingshots.

"And, because we did get help from the towers. Don't you know the song, The Testing of the Towers? You know that one, doncha, Flimsipold? If you do, play with me, and we'll sing together. If you don't, well, I'm not so fine a singer as some in my family, but can usually carry a tune... though not too far."

He clears his throut, then sings, passably (because this song is one he has sung many times with his family, +1 circumstantial, +1 cha, DC 11, but perhaps Hin Billy will greatly improve upon it):
In Crescent Vale they tell the tale
Of when the green grass grew
With twisted cords it wrapped and scored
The big'uns coming through

Past tall stone sentinels they fought
But deep deep magic flew
And pierced their limbs and made them doubt
The wisdom of Chief Gniew

Then hied the slingers came the knives
A-flying through the air
And giants saw the might of wives
Whose skillets broke their stare

Though ten times their size ungainly they
When little folk they thought would yield
The small ones made them richly pay
For messing up their green grass fields

So giants - 'ware the little folk
'Tis Wardd's own luck they make
You'll ne'er break the oxen's yoke
On halflings' lands you try to take!

In Crescent Vale they tell the tale
Of when the green grass grew
With twisted cords it wrapped and scored
The big'uns coming through
"So, you've got part of your story wrong, 'least from what I've heard. But, just in case you've got some of the truth of it, we'll talk with the authorities - in the morning. Now, do you have a place to stay? If not, I'll talk to my folks, and maybe we can put you up for the night."

He reminds his friends that about six years ago some folks who work with Wold's Blood attended to shoring up the towers. "We have been paying them mind - just ask the Second Lunch wizards."

He invites anyone else who doesn't have a place to stay to come to his place for the night. "We ought to get some good sleep."

At the house, if he comes with them, there is a room for the vagabond - a place many friends and strangers have stayed ... and watched over by one of the family dogs who keeps an eye on guests, to make sure they don't go wandering past the washroom in the home.

Murphy Bumblebee Leafwin Pipewood (Kim) 
Friday July 12th, 2013 1:12:11 AM
"I meant, the Second Dinner Club. Right."

DM David 
Friday July 12th, 2013 1:58:49 AM
The man stares at Murphy with a look mixed with enjoyment and confusion. Once Murphy finishes, he offers a one-manned applause. After hearing his information was at least partially wrong, the joy vanishes and is replaced with a strange, disjointed fit of anger.

"No! Youse has it wrong! I was there with the guys and its getting later on the nightingale...Who are you anyways to be attacking me wit' yer words and singing about da..."

The strange vagrant howls at the moon and the runs off into the night.

ooc- Annnd a hero point for Murphy for a well written song! With that comes a whopping 10 xp! If you guys keep this up, we can go on tour.

Flimsipold "Hin Billy" Williewhim AC: 13/13/11 HP: 10/10 (C. Neagu) 
Friday July 12th, 2013 8:55:32 AM
"Shucks! I'm real sorry, Murph, but my poor old heart is too mean and blue for me to play right now." Said Flimsipold, having courteously waited for Murphy's singing to come to an end. "Still, you're a natural! Y'oughta change profession." He added, with a smile shortly followed by a sigh. "I'm going to dig myself a hole and crawl in it." So did the saddened Flimsipold sob further, walking very slowly down the road and towards his burrow, which was likely to receive an extra room. "I'll see y'all tomorrow, to look for clues and that."

Hazel: 17/13/15 - CMD:14 - HP:13/13 (Corsario) 
Friday July 12th, 2013 9:00:07 AM
After seeing everything is clear, Hazel goes to bed. There, he reflects in all the things that happened to him, and all the interactions and adventures he had in less than 12 hours.

It was like a week in the forest - He thinks

And with Alouryn eyes in his mind he drifts off to sleep.

Faoil eyes see his Master sleep, while thinking in the food he has in the Dancing Pig. Maybe he can return on his own another day, as the dog liked the flavor of the food.

DM David 
Friday July 12th, 2013 9:38:51 AM
The Humble's Swords see through the ruse and head to bed for a good night's sleep. All have thoughts of what tomorrow's competition might bring.

Crescent Valley Competition: Day 1

Each member of the team wakes up and receives their armband from Alouryn. Humble's Ford is bustling with activity as the first day of competition is about ready to begin.
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Each PC receives 150 xp for completing day 1 (intro). Please keep track of the date, the event, and the amount of xp awarded.

I now leave you in the hands of a veteran, DM Kent. He will begin posting on Monday. Please be sure to post this weekend. Great work guys!


Shel Breezelee Kromnite (Gerald) 
Friday July 12th, 2013 9:53:57 AM
Shel woke early, excited to see what the challenges held for them. Yesterday had been quite fun, what with all the celebrating and festivities in town, so she could only wonder what might happen during the actual competitions.

She quickly grabbed her armband and haphazardly tied it onto her arm. She waved to Cora (assuming she made it to the kick off), and turned to her fellow teammates. "Good luck everyone. Remember to have fun out there today. I bet there are all kinds of fun tasks to be completed!". She was practically dancing with excitement, wondering what was getting ready to commence.

Zylo Runefaust HP:9/9 AC:17/15/13 
Friday July 12th, 2013 1:19:14 PM
Zylo awoke early just as the sun was breaking over the horizon despite his splitting headache from the drinking of the night before. Before meeting up with the group and receiving his arm band from Alouryn, he takes a quick stroll to town and to the old hovel that him and his uncle lived in when he was just a boy. Now occupied by another family of course Zylo doesn't take a much closer look and instead simply enjoys the memories of the joy he had with his uncle living in that small hovel.

He eventually scrapes himself from the memories of his past and joins up with the rest of the team and receives his armband. He attempts to appear as happy as the others but his mind is still fixated on the memories of his uncle.

Alouryn Buttercup Bumblebottom AC: 14/14/11 HP: 8/8 (Vaughn) 
Friday July 12th, 2013 2:34:00 PM
Alouryn wakes early with jittery excitement about the promise of a fun filled day. She quickly gathers up her things and the 10 arm bands she cut the night before. "I never liked dancing with two ribbons anyways! And my whip is much more colourful too!" She smiles to herself, and dances out the door.

When she meets up with everyone else she greets them warmly and hands them their ribbon. When she runs into Hazel she smiles a little brighter: "Look Hazel I cut a ribbon for Faoil too, maybe he can use it as a collar or tie it to his tail? I don't know much about animals, but I really like flowers. Someday you'll have to show me the flowers that grow in the wild." She ponders for a second, then nods in agreement thinking to herself, "Yes, that IS a good idea."
"Maybe we will have to find a rare flower for the scavenger hunt!"

(ooc: Alouryn left her armour and backpack at home)

Murphy Bumblebee Leafwin Pipewood (Kim) At the family burrow 
Friday July 12th, 2013 10:34:00 PM
That evening, Murphy talks with his Uncle Orby about the report of the vagabond. He knows that Orby knew some of the people who had joined in the defense of the valley ages ago. He asks him his thoughts, as Orby knows a fair bit about Crescent Valley history, and raises some of the best peas and beans in the town, and good pipeleaf, too.

His uncle reminds him of the old wizard Shafbaffum, who built the sentinel towers very shortly before the giants attacked. And another wizard augmented them later. "And again about seven years back, a fixer spent more time shoring them up," Orby said. "Then the Second Supper Club - I hear they have looked at them. Your brother Kendry was up there - ran into the fixer, who wouldn't let Kendry or his friends get inside to look around. But he said the man seemed trustworthy, and fixed the bell tower in Angel Springs a short time after our cousin Ebryon was born to Penelope. Huge vines had grown up inside the tower, and were about set to knock it down. But, he took the Blood of the Wold, and in about a day, the vines were gone, the bricks were sound.

"Look, Murphy, I'm fixin' to finish carving this pipe so it's ready in the morning. Why don't you go say hello to your pillow, and let me get it done," he suggested, looking over the top of his spectacles at the family's youngest druid, and precluding further questioning. "Wardd's fortune with you on the morrow."

[OoC: Need to add a bit more later. have to run for now]

Murphy Bumblebee Leafwin Pipewood (Kim) Humble's Ford Game Day: Prep; and Starting Line 
Saturday July 13th, 2013 2:38:48 AM
Murphy wakes early enough to exercise his fairly recently-developed discipline of morning devotion and spell memorization, eats two bowls of the oatmeal, raisins, apple slices, and honey his mother has prepared, thanks her, tells his younger brother Samki and sister Feather that they can come watch the games as soon as Mama tells them she is satisfied with their chores. "Mama, you should come out too, if you can. Papa's back from the Culverwood tomorrow, with more wood for toys and those lyre orders, right?"

He grabs three apples from the bowl, tossing two into a rucksack containing who knows what, and empties a whole bowl of smoked salted almonds into a free pouch. With a couple of bota bags full of something slung over a shoulder, and a rucksack containing who knows what, he gives his mother a kiss on her forehead. "See you, Mama. You're the best!"

Punching his brother Demko in the arm on his way out, he sprints quickly to avoid retaliation. "Later, Dem! Tell Darcie the jar is on her dresser!"

He munches on the apple on the way to the meeting place, tossing the well-nibbled core into some tall grass. "Thanks for the ribbons, Alouryn. Do you have one for Cora? If not, let her have mine, and we can split one of the other ones down the middle for a couple of us to wear. Sweet color, these.

"Say, let's go off out of earshot, and find out what resources each of us offers - item we've got, tools, spells, brains, brawn, good looks, classy ripostes, white teeth, y'know, whatever might help us in the game." He pulls one of the pouches off his belt, opens it, and sprinkles smoked salted almonds into the hands of any who wants a snack. He has a waterskin and a skin of wine to share as well.

When they find a reasonably private place to talk, Murphy offers: "For spells and such, I can send wee lightning arcs out about ten yards (1d6+1) about six times a day. Can raise a mist it's hard to see through (obscuring mist); I can detect poison, mend some things, place a flare in the eyes to dazzle someone for a moment or two, run faster, and a few other things.

"I have some daggers, and a sickle. All right, who is next?"

Once everyone has had a chance to give a rundown on assets and abilities the team can use, then Murphy goes with the group to the pavilion they were at yesterday at dusk to get starting instructions.

Shel Breezelee Kromnite (Gerald) 
Saturday July 13th, 2013 8:24:10 AM
Shel agrees with Murphy that talking about their talents was a good idea. "About all I can do it cast a few spells. I can tell if something is magical or not, can summon a small light if we would need it in the dark, can communicate via whispers with one of you as long as we are within 100' or so, and can conjure little blasts of acid. My two better tricks are being able to confound, blind, and sometimes even knock out someone with strange lights, and I can sometimes put creatures to sleep for a few seconds. Fighting isn't my strong suit. I'm pretty weak when it comes to that...heck I didn't even bring my dagger with me today. I do think I might help a bit in the white teeth and good looks department," she giggles at her goofy joke about her looks.

Unfortunately, after she finished speaking, her attention for the discussion started to wane, and she began incessantly fiddling with her armband, then started examining all the passersby, whether spectators or other teams.

[ooc]Shel only brings her outfit with the accompanying pouches, the vial of alchemist's fire, a couple pieces of fruit, and her waterskin.[/ooc]

Murphy Bumblebee Leafwin Pipewood (Kim) Aside to Hin Billy 
Saturday July 13th, 2013 1:22:51 PM
"Flimsipold, you seemed pretty down last night," Murphy says to the bard, taking him aside for a moment. "I was feeling sad for you. 'The heart knows its own sorrow,' my Aunt Elzbeth told me once. But is there anything we can do to help you out?"

Hazel: 17/13/15 - CMD:14 - HP:13/13 (Corsario) 
Saturday July 13th, 2013 4:46:09 PM
Hazel thanks Alouryn as Faoil licks her face (Who is big enough to have his face at the same height of the halflings).

"Thank you for thinking in him."

He sits next to Alouryn, and munches some almonds and starts to speak as he chew them.

"Me and Faoil can go places really fast, and I have a keen eye for finding stuff. And if we are required to hunt." - he smiles at his own joke.

Faoil starts to look into Hin Billy bags and clothes looking for food, which he smells.

OOC: Hazel brings all his equipment.

Edric Lowbrook 
Sunday July 14th, 2013 12:26:30 AM
Edric woke as the sun rises. After rousing himself from bed, he took in a small meal of porridge and a chunk of cheese, followed by a smoke of his pipe. Feeling refreshed, he gathered his equipment and headed off to receive his armband and meet with the team.

Edric responds to Murphy's call for an equipment check: "I've got my axe, my sling, a club and a dagger. I'm a warrior at heart; I can't do any of that fancy magic but I know how to swing an axe, and I know how to take an enemy down."

Odo Barfoot HP: 11/11, AC: 19/16/14 (Matthew) 
Sunday July 14th, 2013 7:52:53 AM
Odo rises early himself, eating an excessive breakfast at his parents' house in order to stave off last night's drink, before heading out to meet the others. He greets the others with a wave and a nod. Despite the nature of his breakfast, though, the swordsman hungrily accepts a handful of almonds from Murphy.

"There're a few things I'm good at," he starts, flecks of chewed almond spitting from his mouth as he does so. "But mostly killin rats and such. Sometimes bigger animals too, but aye: Mostly rats.

Overhearing Murphy's comment to Flim he slaps the bard on the back. "Aye, Master Billy. Perhaps we can find you another pretty girl to chase after, eh?" He laughs nervously at his own suggestion, smiling awkwardly.

Eral Sunstrider the Orphan (A. Skomrock) [At Belly Buster] 
Sunday July 14th, 2013 3:07:12 PM
"Good Morning All, Hope everyone had a wonderful night. Since we are talking about what we offer. I can call down the power of Domi to heal and protect others in various ways." Eral explains all of what he can do if they continue to ask but does not reveal everything unless pressed. " Domi has blessed me with the strength to help on the front lines as well as keep up rear guard if needed."

Eral thanks Alouryn for the ribbon and ties it on his right arm. " I guess we are still up in the air on what we might be looking for but I'm sure with our great mix of halflings we should be able to do anything that is asked."

OOC: Eral brought all his gear with him but is wearing most of his armor and weapons below his robe.

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