Karnas (L1-7 L2-5 L3- 4): AC12/12/10 - CMD13 - HP18/40 , Cark AC: 19/16/17 - CMD 14 - HP 20/20, Blindsense 20' Tuesday October 15th, 2013 3:30:42 AM
Karnas nod at Terser "Indeed, let's get this started"
Taggart Oathbreaker (Ian) 21/18/18 - 67/67 - CMD 24 Tuesday October 15th, 2013 9:18:57 AM
The Oathbreaker cracks his knuckles, falling in line silently with the others.
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Tuesday October 15th, 2013 10:12:51 AM
Sam waits to see what spoils (gold only please) will come of the recent fight. Other than that, he decides to hold off trading his crossbow for a short spear. No sense in buying something that will get Gargul even more angry with him. At least the bolts of undead bane might keep him from being punished anymore.
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 59/101 -- Mage Armor, Haste Tuesday October 15th, 2013 8:53:14 PM
Check...
Emeralda Everbrawl AC19/12/17, HP58/58 Tuesday October 15th, 2013 9:54:43 PM
Emeralda imagines what it might be like if she learned to juggle penguins...
Off to see the Gnomes Tuesday October 15th, 2013 10:13:49 PM
The group makes camp in s semi sheltered area, though none too sure of the location. Emeralda asks if any have been to Brightnstone, but none have. Sam has only heard vague stories of the place, but is pretty sure it does exist. He is also sure that calling it a city is wholly inaccurate, for the tales he has heard of the magical mining community of gnomes hidden beneath the tears of the 4th Sister, leads him to believe it is not a large place
Darkness falls, and the nocturnal hunters of the Scab emerge to feast upon the unwary and ill prepared. Fortunately for the Grim Guard, no such creatures find their camp this night. Perhaps the lack of a fire prevented any from noticing the slumbering group
The rising sun crests the high eastern mountains and awakens the group with the assistance of a crisp layer of dew upon you all.
The party breaks camp and continues moving
Emeralda Everbrawl AC19/12/17, HP58/58 d20+9=16 ; Tuesday October 15th, 2013 10:58:59 PM
"We should probably make sure that we appoint different people to remain awake during different times of the night," Emeralda advises as she serves a cold breakfast made of the dried fruits, nuts and some spicy jerky from some of the rations she stocked up before leaving the Dwarven area of the Scab. "For instance, I wouldn't mind getting up a little early after getting about eight hours of uninterrupted sleep--I can pray for Domi to grant me magic in his name, help guard everyone else who may be resting AND actually cook a HOT breakfast instead of doling out granola and jerky."
OOC: NObody set watches??? Eeek! Emeralda has NO experience with this stuff, fellas! Y'all are gonna get her KILLED!!!
Oh...and her Cooking check is 16. The "cold" (as in "not benefiting from a fire") breakfast is nutritious and filling, but I bet just about everyone in the party would have preferred a nice hot meal...)
Karnas (L1-7 L2-5 L3- 4): AC12/12/10 - CMD13 - HP18/40 , Cark AC: 19/16/17 - CMD 14 - HP 20/20, Blindsense 20' Wednesday October 16th, 2013 4:40:38 AM
OOC: I thought watches we somewhat of a given as well, I'll admit to being equally confused. I'll post again once more people have responded.
Off to see the Gnomes Wednesday October 16th, 2013 7:32:57 AM
DM Note: I don't like to ask for watches and thereby announce that an encounter is forth coming. The Forged Woldepedia could be a good place to set up a 'standard' in this regard and the page could be referenced
Taggart Oathbreaker (Ian) 21/18/18 - 67/67 - CMD 24 Wednesday October 16th, 2013 12:07:52 PM
OOC :: The Oathbreaker will always take the first shift unless he's really hurt.
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 100/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) Wednesday October 16th, 2013 1:36:08 PM
OOC: Terser will do 2nd watch. Perception is +11
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 59/101 -- Mage Armor, Haste Wednesday October 16th, 2013 5:51:27 PM
Bruagh always likes 2nd shift and the front or rear of a formation. We used to have a set, standard for, ok every night when we sleep this is our watch. I guess that was a different DM and before we moved some players about.
Off to see the Gnomes Wednesday October 16th, 2013 9:48:41 PM
There has been a lot of party shifting recently. PCs left, two changed class and two new characters are now here Current watch. Keeping things simple, 8 hours of 'sleeping' Oathbreaker 1st watch Terser and Bruagh 2nd watch
The group breaks camp, enjoys a surprisingly good breakfast compliments of Emeralda, and following Terser's lead, continue for the 4th Sister. The day promises to be hot, which is pretty much like every other day in the Scab. The sun climbs and the heat and humidity climb with it. Another glorious day. The group makes good time, again with Warrd smiling upon them and allowing them to pass unnoticed through the mountains
It takes another three days for the group to reach the mountain home of the gnomes of Brightnstone and another two days of searching to find the dual waterfalls that is supposed to mark the entrance of the gnome settlement. The approach is a narrow and open section of rock, that slants steeply upward to split the waterfalls at about the midway point in their descent. Like a great ramp, it rises to a height of about 40' at nearly 15 degrees and is only 20' wide. You see no guard, wall or gate from your current position, which is about 300 yards from the start of the ramp. The approach to the ramp is also void of anything taller than a pebble.
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Wednesday October 16th, 2013 10:55:52 PM
Will post when work slows down
Emeralda Everbrawl AC19/12/17, HP58/58 Thursday October 17th, 2013 12:45:23 AM
Emeralda is positively enthralled with the trip so far--"ooo, what's THAT???" and "what a GORgeous day!!!" are the two most often uttered sentences from the cleric of Domi as the party travels along.
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Thursday October 17th, 2013 3:01:49 AM
Although Sam's instinct is to take the lead, it is quickly trumped by Gargul's curse. The gnome who can speak almost any language now speaks none. The bard remains hidden amongst his Dwarven companions. Depression continues to wash over him in waves.
Karnas (L1-7 L2-5 L3- 4): AC12/12/10 - CMD13 - HP18/40 , Cark AC: 19/16/17 - CMD 14 - HP 20/20, Blindsense 20' Thursday October 17th, 2013 3:11:13 AM
Karnas follows with the group as well, while Cark will flies over to Sam and attempts to make telepathic conversation with him.
"I know you don't want to use me to speak aloud, but the curse will not hold for very long. You'll get your voice back, and you should be looking forward to that day instead of brooding on what you lack today. No one in this group wants to see you depressed on the trip. I know you'll likely not be able to be happy, but at the least try to make the best of it? Use the time you can't speak to seek alternate ways of communication or expression?"
Emeralda Everbrawl AC19/12/17, HP58/58 Thursday October 17th, 2013 5:16:31 AM
Indeed--Sam often finds the young cleric of Domi looking at him with a tilted head and a pensive look.
As she serves him breakfast, Emeralda takes the opportunity to directly address the gnome:
"Are you sure there isn't anything I can do to help you with your...laryngitis? I've only been given the vaguest idea of the reason for your lack of voice...you made Gargul mad at you, or something...?" She shrugs. "I'm not a cleric of his temple--but I am a cleric...are you sure that I can't attempt some sort of interdiction on your behalf..?"
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 d20+15=19 ; Thursday October 17th, 2013 5:28:27 AM
Sam nods and forces a smile, but says nothing. (Bluff=19 on a +15 roll...yikes)
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Thursday October 17th, 2013 5:38:24 AM
As the cleric of Domi offers Sam help with his "throat problem" he looks quite angry. Unable to fire a scathing retort, the gnome does something for the first time since cursed. Sam looks Emeralda in the eye, opens his mouth, and jets his golden tongue out at her. With his face red and shaking, he lets out a screeching yell as he points at his tongue. The gnome promptly puts his tongue in his mouth and stomps away.
Taggart Oathbreaker (Ian) 21/18/18 - 67/67 - CMD 24 Thursday October 17th, 2013 12:07:07 PM
The Oathbreaker lets out a sigh, looking over to Braugh. "Stormbringer, talk to the gnome. We need him if we are going to get anywhere in this place."
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 59/101 -- Mage Armor, Haste Thursday October 17th, 2013 6:18:11 PM
Bruagh gives a look to Edmerelda that begs for patience and understanding for his friend Sam.
The Dwarven Warrior puts his arm around Sam's shoulder and says nothin, knowing words will only bring the once glib bard to anger.
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 100/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) Thursday October 17th, 2013 6:52:48 PM
Seeing no reason to conceal themselves, as they are approaching peacefully, Terser volunteers to lead the way up the path, if Bruagh is bringing up the rear. He calmly tosses a gold coin up and down in the air, hoping to convey the impression that they are there for business.
Emeralda Everbrawl AC19/12/17, HP58/58 Thursday October 17th, 2013 7:06:50 PM
Emeralda is quite startled by the sight of Sam's tongue, doing naught but blinking, wide-eyed, as the bard stomps away. When Bruagh begs her understanding, the Dwarf lass bows her head.
"I would understand a LOT more if I knew what was going on," she pointed out the obvious, "However, it's now very clear to me that I am not worthy of Sam's trust in spite of my proven conduct in battle. I shall not offer my help to him on this matter, nor mention it again. I will be happy to listen to anyone else if they feel like actually telling me what's going on." The normally-chatty young lady gathers up her mess kit, wipes it clean and stows it away, then goes on to make sure all of her personal equipment is properly packed up before the group continues on its way.
"This looks like the way in..." Emeralda announced as the ramp revealed itself. "...shall we just walk up and try knocking on the door...?" The inexperienced Dwarf walked over to the ramp, carefully starting up the walkway...
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Thursday October 17th, 2013 8:50:28 PM
Knowledge local (or whatever knowledge check is needed)= auto 21.
Does Sam know any helpful details regarding entering the gnome's settlement? Do they welcome guests or does he anticipate a problem?
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Thursday October 17th, 2013 8:55:45 PM
Sam calms with Bruagh's familiar presence. He gestures towards Emeralda after she declares not knowing the story of Sam's affliction.
Off to see the Gnomes Thursday October 17th, 2013 10:59:45 PM
A small misunderstanding occurs as Emeralda offers Sam her assistance in curing him of the sentence handed down by Gargul. Bruagh is able to calm Sam and Emeralda again asks for more detail to on what happened.
Sam can think of nothing special about gaining entrance to the settlement. The gnomes of Brightnstone are are fairly private group as a whole.
Terser takes the lead and pulls a coin from his pocket, hoping to convey the groups intentions of their visit. Emeralda comes up right with him and the entire group heads up the ramp and to the entrance of Brightnstone. As you ascend the ramp the sounds of the pouring waterfall drowns out all but shouting. It is not until you are nearly at the top that you can see the gates. They are recessed into the mountainside about 15' and are themselves 15' wide. The gates themselves appear to be a combination of granite and iron, bound in oak as its frame. Standing at a small podium dressed in a bright canary yellow tunic, with deep red pants, thigh high black boots and a lime green hat with a great white feather, is a gnome. His face is clean shaven, he wears a multitude of rings, an earring, and has a necklace of pearls. He holds a quill and a pleasant expression.
"Welcome to the gates of Brightnstone master dwarves. I am required to record your names, your purpose of visit, your affiliations and clan allegiance, how long you request to stay, your origination point, if you are carrying any foreign animals plants or fruits, your armaments and how you came to hear of our fair halls." His voice is pleasant and carries a delightful meter to it that conveys to you that he is truly interested in everything he has asked and what you may have to say.
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Friday October 18th, 2013 1:16:02 AM
Sam waits to follow Bruagh's lead.
Karnas (L1-7 L2-5 L3- 4): AC12/12/10 - CMD13 - HP18/40 , Cark AC: 19/16/17 - CMD 14 - HP 20/20, Blindsense 20' Friday October 18th, 2013 5:42:59 AM
Karnas shrugs at the gate guard. "I'm Karnas, a Apprentice of the Sage's guild, Here with this group in search of means to stop a couple necromancers that have caused us a world of problems. We shouldn't be here long. My Familiar is unique and might classify under something foreign, and I'm a sorcerer." Cark, during the conversation was sitting on Karnas's shoulder looking directly at the guard as her long tail wagged slowly behind Karnas's back. "And I'm damn proud of being unique. And either both of us go in or neither of us do."
Taggart Oathbreaker (Ian) 21/18/18 - 67/67 - CMD 24 Friday October 18th, 2013 3:44:13 PM
While he isn't much one for talking, the cloaked dwarf will edge closer to Esmerelda. "Apologies, lady Esmerelda. We are not a group that is known for our... friendliness. During our last outing, we were called before Gargul and Domi after reviving one of our allies. As punishment for disrespecting the God of Death, many of us were given... curses, for lack of a better word." He gestures to his own knee, which pains him with every step.
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Friday October 18th, 2013 4:25:55 PM
Sam pulls out paper and neatly scribes the required information. He then steps forward and hands the paper to the gnome. He nods to the gnome and takes his place in the middle of the group.
Sam Snapdragon McFisticuff I am a scribe and interpreter of DrakesMeade Aside from DrakesMeade the only allegiance to a "clan" is the group of dwarves that you see before you We are here to purchase Figmatus Residue to save friend who was taken by necromancers We would stay only long enough to acquire what we need No foreign foods or animals with me I carry a crossbow I came to hear of this place from my travels as a bard
(Sam is wearing his DrakesMeade courtier's outfit with appropriate jewelry for positive NPC reactions. The outfit has patches with DrakesMeade's crest and his position. Also, he wears the medal the group earned for retaking Drakesmeade. His belt of dwarvenkind gives him +2 reactions from gnomes.)
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 100/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) Friday October 18th, 2013 5:16:30 PM Terser, furious warrior, bearer of the Wyvern's Bane Glaive (until I can come up with a better name, that is). Also, a knife. No affiliation aside from my companions here, and no curious animals or fruits, though my ceremonial carved holly twig may be considered exotic. I believe Sam communicated the rest of the information you need. I intend to make a fair trade for the residue we wish to purchase.
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Friday October 18th, 2013 5:46:20 PM
While at the gnome settlement, Sam will keep his eyes open for any face that might jog his memory of his past.
The gates of Brightnstone Saturday October 19th, 2013 1:34:23 PM
The gnome nods and dutifully writes everything that is presented to him in response to his questions. He has a form within the ledger upon the podium and each person gets a few pages with plenty of 'Official Information only below this line' sections. He gives a smile to Cark and enters additional information into the ledger. With a smile, the gnome at the gates has many follow up questions for Karnak as to the nature of his magical gifts with regards to both capacity and capability. Sam receives a brief narrowing of the eyes from the gnome as he hands him the paper upon which he wrote everything down. But he copies the information into the ledger dutifully
In all, the process takes about 3 hours. Finally complete, the gnome closes the ledger and puts it away in a beautiful hard leather case and snaps a small silver locket on it to secure it. The case is connected with a long wide strap and the gnome puts it across one shoulder. Smiling, he nods to the party, "Thank you for your cooperation. I will submit your information and request and you may expect a response within the next few days. Please set up your camp at the base of the ramp. Good day master dwarves."
He stays where he is, waiting for the group to withdraw down the ramp.
Taggart Oathbreaker (Ian) 21/18/18 - 67/67 - CMD 24 Saturday October 19th, 2013 4:37:09 PM "What?" the Oathbreaker barks out. "We have to wait?"
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Saturday October 19th, 2013 7:15:12 PM
Sam shakes his head in disgust and heads down the ramp.
"The dwarves can fight this one out. Maybe I'll have to sneak in later tonight."
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58 Sunday October 20th, 2013 1:52:56 PM
Emeralda is bemused.
"Wow...I didn't realized that gnome society is so...regimented," she commented, then turned to the others. "So...any requests for dinner..? I have the makings for a fine pot of spicy stew..."
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 100/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) Sunday October 20th, 2013 2:32:35 PM I know you have your ways, but don't debate for too long. Lives may hang in the balance of us completing our business here.
To Emerelda, Terser indicates that the more spice, the better.
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 101/101 Sunday October 20th, 2013 11:06:13 PM
Bruagh considers arguing but decides it is better to get in late than not at all.
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58 Monday October 21st, 2013 1:09:02 PM
OOC: Bruagh's posting header is still showing his former injured and enchanted state. He should have full hit points and not be enchanted by now, since it's days after the battle...
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 101/101 Monday October 21st, 2013 3:44:14 PM OOC: Thanks. Call it inattention or posting from a mobile phone way to often. Either way, thanks for the heads up and my apologies.
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 100/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) Monday October 21st, 2013 6:07:49 PM
Mmmmm, stew.
ooc: check
Karnas (L1-7 L2-7 L3- 5): AC12/12/10 - CMD13 - HP40/40 , Cark AC: 19/16/17 - CMD 14 - HP 20/20, Blindsense 20' Monday October 21st, 2013 7:19:09 PM
Karnas shrugs. "So i'll have a couple days to catch up on crafting, i'm fine with that"
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58 Monday October 21st, 2013 8:44:34 PM
"So...who's going to get the wood for the fire..?" the Dwarf lass asks brightly as she moves to the end of the ramp, casting about to see the likeliest place to set up the cookfire. After she finds it, she shrugs off her backpack and digs into it, producing her large gourmet cooking kit, from which she assembles the cauldron on its tripod.
"Water first, of course!" Emeralda chimes with a smile, using the contents of one of her waterskins. She looks around, her eyes falling upon the silent Sam. "Here--please do me a favor and fill that back up with water..? I have some jerky I need to chop..." Without waiting to see the gnome's reaction, Emeralda more or less pushes the empty waterskin into his hands and then turns to tend to preparing the meat that is soon to be stewed, humming as she bent to her task.
Near The gates of Brightnstone Monday October 21st, 2013 9:04:26 PM
The gnome acknowledges Terser with a polite nod, "I will convey your urgency master Terser."
Sam contemplates a possible visit by stealth later, but as he looks at the wall to wall floor to ceiling 15' square gate of wood, rock and iron, how to get in unseen does not present itself.
The group pulls back and sets up camp and begins the process of waiting on an answer to their petition to enter Brightnstone
The day passes peacefully and the night settles onto the land
Taggart Oathbreaker (Ian) 21/18/18 - 67/67 - CMD 24 Monday October 21st, 2013 9:44:11 PM
The masked dwarf breathes loudly at the gnome, following his companions in furious silence.
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Monday October 21st, 2013 11:51:38 PM
Sam, obviously annoyed with the new cleric, tosses his bag and crossbow down and grabs up the waterskin. Before he leaves, with a crossbow bolt, he carves the words "not the group waterBOY" into the ground. He stomps off in search of the water.
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 100/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) d20+11=12 ; Tuesday October 22nd, 2013 12:24:24 AM
Terser tries to make himself comfortable, and after he eats, settles down in an area smoothed of rocks and debris to nap until his watch begins at midnight.
nat 1 perception for my watch.
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Tuesday October 22nd, 2013 4:24:41 AM
IF Sam makes it back to camp with water, he will set up his bedroll for the night and go to sleep. As usual, he'll not take a watch.
Taggart Oathbreaker (Ian) 21/18/18 - 67/67 - CMD 24 d20+14=23 ; Tuesday October 22nd, 2013 10:40:59 AM
Perception for watch: 23
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 101/101 Tuesday October 22nd, 2013 1:27:36 PM
Bruagh will take the time to answer any questions Esmerelda has about the Grim guard and apologize for the gruffness of some members. He will also take second watch per the norm.
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58 d20+6=19 Tuesday October 22nd, 2013 3:01:09 PM OOC: by the way, I considered Emeralda as "taking 20" in producing this batch of stew, as there wasn't anything that was in the area which appeared to be pressing the group for time. I trust the DM will let me know if Emeralda needs to roll for the outcome of her stew anyway.
The cheerful cleric of Domi mentally notes that Sam is still persisting in feeling sorry for himself and does nothing but thank him very much for his helpfulness in assisting to make sure that the entire group has a nice hot meal. When the stew is ready to be served, she asks Sam for his mess kit that she may give him the first bowl of stew from the pot. If he has no mess kit, she will use her own and serve him the bowl of stew. Then she will make sure that everyone else has stew to eat before taking some for herself...especially if she has to wait until she gets her own bowl back from Sam.
During the meal, Emeralda continues her habit of chatting away, especially since Bruagh seems so amenable to conversing with her.
"I am hoping to understand all of you more," the Dwarf lass readily admits, "I was a kitchen servant from the time I could walk until I reached my majority, and then I received my calling from Domi, so I went from the kitchen to the Temple without having any real chance at getting to truly talk to people. I have missed so much about how the Wold works and our peoples' place in it. I need to know about what happened to you all so that I can best help out." She sighs.
"And I'm hoping to bring the word of Domi by trial through battle," Emeralda added, "It was SOOOO exciting that night at the Festival...even if it was over far too soon..."
After the meal, Emeralda makes sure to wash out the empty cauldron and, recalling how the undead had tried to get the drop on the group before, casts Consecrate on the area of the camp before setting up her place to sleep. Her anticipated watch will start before dawn, after she's rested and will be up to pray for new spells for the day. OOC: Rolled 19 Perception for her watch.
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Tuesday October 22nd, 2013 6:38:18 PM
After having some time to think, Sam returns in a slightly more neutral mood. He nods as he gives Emeralda the water and accepts the meal with a smile. After eating, Sam goes to his backpack and removes a small wooden box. He walks over to the cleric and presents it to her. Inside she sees that it is filled with homemade taffy. He offers the entire gift to her along with a handshake.
Ooc-box of taffy is a GG Christmas prize
Karnas (L1-7 L2-7 L3- 5): AC12/12/10 - CMD13 - HP40/40 , Cark AC: 19/16/17 - CMD 14 - HP 20/20, Blindsense 20' d100=10 ; Tuesday October 22nd, 2013 9:42:23 PM
Karnas would have spent the day within his crafting realm, coming out for dinner and the eventual rest, getting another day's work in on the ring.
OOC: Rolled a 10 or below, so there's a fey encounter in the crafting realm that may or may not do something to the ring that may or may not be helpful.
Near The gates of Brightnstone Tuesday October 22nd, 2013 10:26:13 PM
At camp, Sam keeps his temper when Emeralda hands him a skin for water. The river from the twin falls is within 100' and it is simple enough to fill the skin in the icy swift river. Upon his return, Sam makes the offer of a gift to the groups new Domi cleric. Karnas takes out his Stylus made from the Ishgara Tree, and after drawing a portal upon the stone, steps into the realm of the fey to work on his crafting. While he works, the forge flares to life on its own and peeking out is a slender head with the features of an elf, yet far more pronounced. Even as Karnas registers what it is he is looking at, the creature leaps out and scampers up on top of the table. It stands at perhaps, 8 inches tall and appears to be made entirely of flame, similar to a tiny fire elemental. It looks with woder and curiosity at the ring upon the table before Karnas.
Meanwhile in the really real Wold, the night passes without incident, and soon enough, another day dawns. The meal prepared the former kitchen maid is quite tasty, though fire is hard to come by as wood supplies are quite shy on the open terrain. The scrub brush can indeed burn, but cannot obtain the temperatures for long term cooking and so she improvises
Karnas (L1-7 L2-7 L3- 5): AC12/12/10 - CMD13 - HP40/40 , Cark AC: 19/16/17 - CMD 14 - HP 20/20, Blindsense 20' Tuesday October 22nd, 2013 10:48:33 PM
Karnas looks with interest at the elemental as it hops from the forge to the table. He remain working, but would slow down a bit to converse with his new guest. "Hello there being of fire, welcome to my little workstation. How are you? I'm just working on a little gift for a friend of mine, to keep her from danger and me from her mother's vengeance if I let her come to serious harm."
Taggart Oathbreaker (Ian) 21/18/18 - 67/67 - CMD 24 Wednesday October 23rd, 2013 12:08:51 AM "Who wants to go and ask the gnome if we are allowed in yet?"
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 100/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) Wednesday October 23rd, 2013 4:33:58 PM If I know their type, they won't count it in our favor if we rush their bureaucracy. We can wait out here another day or so, and have a bath in the stream perhaps, to present a better face to our hosts.
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 101/101 Wednesday October 23rd, 2013 4:57:29 PM
Bruagh enjoys them meal and even takes Terser's advice in taking a bath. His patience are wearing thin knowing that Tahni is in trouble and they are doing nothing, but he keeps his emotions in check as best he can.
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Wednesday October 23rd, 2013 7:12:35 PM
Sam quietly sorts his options.
1.-invisible stealth 2.-mind control and enter 3.-sit and wait
Option 3 it is. The gnome hums a dwarven ballad throughout the day to keep spirits high.
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58 Wednesday October 23rd, 2013 11:29:10 PM
"Why, thank you very much, Sam!" Emeralda's smile lit her face as she accepted the box from the gnome. "I'm glad to see that you're in a forgiving sort of mood." She put the box to one side as she assessed the state of getting more cooking fuel.
"We're mighty scarce on deadwood," she acknowledged the obvious, "So the next best thing is have somebody skilled in survival poke around the terrain for...um...dried scat." She shrugged. "Believe it or not, it makes a very efficient fuel...as long as it's completely dry."
Near The gates of Brightnstone Thursday October 24th, 2013 7:30:32 AM
Taggart mentions heading up to the gates to see if the group can come in and Terser cautions not rushing the gnomes. Sam thinks about his options of penetrating the settlement, but decides patience will be his course for now. Emeralda sets herself to solving the fuel issue, dried scat. It can be found and in poking about it is also discovered that the Grim Guard is certainly not the first group to set up camp here. Evidence is found here and there that small groups have set up upon the rock quiet often. There are no signs of what one might think of as recent activity, say within 60 days.
Karnas cordially greets the creature that has stepped from his forge and continues to ply his magical craft to the ring. The creature moves to get a better look what the dwarf is doing, but says nothing. The fire dancing about its body is subdued and low as if the embers of a long sitting fire.
The day passes and night falls again, which in turn passes peacefully and awakens to a new day.
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 100/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) d20+10=27 ; Thursday October 24th, 2013 10:53:05 AM Perhaps I'll find some fresh meat along with our alternative fuel source. And I don't mind helping with the cooking as well. I seem to be finding out all sorts of new things about myself since my reincarnation.
Survival 27
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 101/101 Thursday October 24th, 2013 9:21:03 PM
Pi am sick. No post.
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58 Thursday October 24th, 2013 11:06:23 PM
"Why, thank you, Terser," the Dwarf lass says with a smile, "Any help with the meals is always appreciated!" Emeralda turned her attention back to her supplies on hand: the cooking kit came with the basic spices, but it would be up to her to be able to make the supply of trail rations more palatable--fresh food would go a LONG way to doing that...
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Friday October 25th, 2013 2:57:37 AM
Sam passes the time by thinking about his situation.
"When will Gargul lift these curses? We've done so much for him and are about to further his cause again..."
Karnas (L1-7 L2-7 L3- 5): AC12/12/10 - CMD13 - HP40/40 , Cark AC: 19/16/17 - CMD 14 - HP 20/20, Blindsense 20' Friday October 25th, 2013 5:49:48 AM
Karnas keeps crafting within the realm. If the elemental wanted to watch he could go ahead.
Near The gates of Brightnstone Friday October 25th, 2013 8:56:46 AM
Terser moves about the area and is able to discover several things, even on the rather barren rock. The area has definitely been camped in by multiple other groups, likely wagoner caravans from the evidence he finds. There are no signs of violence anywhere and he also discovers a family of fox, quail and rabbits, as well as evidence that goats make their way to the river now and again. At another time of year, the river may even be a spawning ground for fish, but for now it is free of them and only will be providing water for the group
Karnas continues to work and the fire creature continues to watch. When he feels the need to withdraw from the fey forge the creature of fire stays right on the table.....
Around midday, a pigeon lands in the camp with a note attached to its leg. ''The petition to enter Brightnstone has been granted to the Dwarven group of Drakensmeade and clan Ironbane. "
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 100/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) Friday October 25th, 2013 12:29:34 PM Hmm. No reason to sleep outside for another day if we've been allowed entrance. It may be too late to consider this, but do we have anything as an entry gift? Would a brace of quail be appreciated by a settlement of gnomes, Sam? I'm afraid I don't know too much of your race.
Unless someone offers a better suggestion, Terser puts together the extra cleaned and prepped quail as a gift to their soon to be hosts. He stores the feathers in his bag in case they may be of some use.
Near The gates of Brightnstone Friday October 25th, 2013 2:31:23 PM
OOC DM Post will come later on Sunday.......
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 101/101 (David Feest Posting) Friday October 25th, 2013 4:57:11 PM
Bruagh repacks his kit and shoulders his pack. Waiting time is over and now it is time to get inside and see what can be seen. He shrug's at the question of a gift. They had been allowed passage It was time to go. He starts the walk up the ramp to the gate. Weapons sheathed, shield slung and fresh washed face ready to greet their Gnomish hosts.
Taggart Oathbreaker (Ian) 21/18/18 - 67/67 - CMD 24 Friday October 25th, 2013 9:09:36 PM "We are about to purchase something that is likely rather expensive from them. That is gift enough." The masked dwarf's rage is thinly veiled as he stomps along up to the gate with his allies.
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 100/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) Friday October 25th, 2013 11:19:25 PM That isn't quite how associations with merchants works. A gift may smooth the way, and something as simple as this which costs us nothing may gain us a great deal of goodwill.
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58 Friday October 25th, 2013 11:28:53 PM
"How about some of this taffy...?" Emeralda asks, holding up the box Sam had given her. "I was saving it for dessert, but if you think the group can benefit from using it as a gift, Terser, then it's likely wisest to use it that way..."
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Friday October 25th, 2013 11:41:16 PM
Sam frowns at Emeralda's suggestion, but hides his disapproval as best he can. If only the gnome could speak. This transaction would go so much smoother than it will be when handled by the battle-hardened dwarves.
"Here we go."
Sam hides himself within the Grim Gaurd as they enter the the gnome settlement.
Karnas (L1-7 L2-7 L3- 5): AC12/12/10 - CMD13 - HP40/40 , Cark AC: 19/16/17 - CMD 14 - HP 20/20, Blindsense 20' Sunday October 27th, 2013 5:56:19 PM
Karnas ducks out of the crating realm when finished, bringing his supplies and such back out as per normal. Cark,waiting outside perks up as she sees him. "We've been allowed in." Karnas nods, and heads with the group into the gnome city
Inside the gates of Brightnstone Monday October 28th, 2013 9:20:06 AM
The camp is broken down and the the group heads up the ramp to the gates of Brightnstone. On the way, the idea of presenting a gift of goodwill is broached and discussed. A brace of rabbit or quail perhaps suggests Terser. Emeralda considers aloud the taffy presented to her as a gift from Sam. Regifting being something the gnome bard is not in favor of. He is also leery of the dwarves being the forefront of the next few days. Taggarts attitude that the gnomes should be grateful someone has arrived to purchase something from them as gift enough helps deepen that opinion. Sam makes himself as small as he can within the company.
The gates are closed as they come into view. When the group arrives within 15' there is a deep groaning of stone and sliding metal from just inside as massive braces are moved from their place. The process takes nearly a minute. The right side gate then swings open towards you to allow a single medium sized creature to slide through sideways. Light, as bright as day, streams through the opening from within stinging your eyes briefly as you slip in.
You stand in a good sized hall just beyond the 3 foot thick doors. The floor has a tile overlay of shades of blue. The width is about 12, with an arching ceiling to a pinnacle of 30 and the length is nearly 40 by rough estimation. At the end is another impressive gate of stone and ore in a wooden frame. About the hall are wash basins, tables, chairs, and even bunks and fire pits. In the center of the hall is a great chandelier and single source of the room's illumination.
Standing a respectful 15' from you is a pair of gnomes. One dressed similar to the first gnome the party met just outside. He holds a book open in one hand and a quill in the other. The second gnome is dressed in a wool shirt of grey with a black leather vest, tanned cloth pants, and soft boots. His beard is neatly trimmed and he has no moustache or hat. His hands are clasped neatly behind him and stands as if a soldier at ease. The man with the book steps forward and hands the book and quill to an unseen being, which brings the book to the party facing the group.
"Welcome master dwarves of Drakensmeade and clan Ironbane." speaks the gnome who was holding the book moments ago. "Before you is the accepted and expected code of conduct. Upon completing it, please sign as an indication of your understanding. If you have any questions, there is a bell in the east wall. Food water and additional supplies are available for purchase during your stay in the hall if you wish or you may source your own, listing are on the tables. When you are finished reviewing the accepted and expected code of conduct, place the book in the alcove of the western wall. Your cooperation is expected and appreciated. Are there any questions to this point?"
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 100/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) Monday October 28th, 2013 12:59:01 PM
Terser reads through the items, making note of anything that seems strange or out of place that he should discuss with the rest of the group.
Have you an official quartermaster or liaison? I bring a gift of the bounty of the wilds for your gracing us with entry into your fine halls. Other than that, we only need to know who is in charge of the sale of the residue that we seek.
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Monday October 28th, 2013 3:06:31 PM
Sam follows along as Terser begins the search for the residue. He eyes the wares in the market as the dwarven warrior questions gnomes.
ooc-Does this market give me Catacombs access? I'd like to sell my crossbow setup for a short spear.
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 101/101 (David Feest Posting) Monday October 28th, 2013 4:23:31 PM " Is that code written in the common tongue so that we can all read it? If not can we have a translation so that there are no misunderstandings?" Bruagh keeps his voice even. The delay is grating on his nerves but he knows honey will do him more good than vinegar here and so he does not let it show. If the code is in common he will read it and if nothing jumps out at him as against his grain he will sign it.
Taggart Oathbreaker (Ian) 21/18/18 - 67/67 - CMD 24 Monday October 28th, 2013 5:02:11 PM
The Oathbreaker will wait for a few others to sign it before doing so himself.
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Monday October 28th, 2013 5:30:10 PM
Sam reads the rules before signing.
(Forgot about that part)
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58 Monday October 28th, 2013 6:37:20 PM OOC: Why am I suddenly seeing Sam as one part of a dwarf/gnome Centipede...? ;D
Emeralda, too, makes it a point to read the rules--it was only wise to try to make sure that a person new about local rules and customs if you were visiting their city...
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Monday October 28th, 2013 7:57:50 PM
Sam tries to remember any horror stories of unfortunate souls who have broken rules at this settlement. (Knowledge: local=21)
Ooc-Not going to lie. The gnome-dwarven centipede...I'm kind of disturbed.
With that being said, Sam does have a very cool belt of dwarvenkind. He might seem kind of "dwarfy" for being a gnome.
Inside the gates of Brightnstone Monday October 28th, 2013 9:09:08 PM
Terser takes the book and quickly notes 3 very important things, it is in common, it is a lengthy read and there are small ribbons denoting a section for each of them. Each person's section Is about 50 pages of tight neat penmanship with a signatory line for his or her name specifically. As Terser reads the section entitled with his name, he notes there are specifics in the wording that would not pertain to the others. With specific weapons are listed, the ability to increase his strength and other such things. At the base, it seems to be normal stuff, but the wording is very deliberate and very much spelled out and will take a couple hours for each person to truly read.
Assuming the group is going to actually read the document, the two gnomes leave. They do answer Terser before leaving, "upon signing the code of conduct, you will be granted access to Brightnstone and will be freely able to seek what trade of purchase has brought you. "
The book covers what might be considered normal in any settlement, no fighting, spell casting, coercion and various criminal activities. Again it is just extremely specific to each character. The thing that stands out is about magic and that at no time without expressed and authorized written permission is any character allowed to cast any spell or activate any item that duplicates any magical affect known or otherwise, including potions, personal spells and magic objects that do not require activation to bestow an affect upon the wearer.
Karnas (L1-7 L2-7 L3- 5): AC12/12/10 - CMD13 - HP40/40 , Cark AC: 19/16/17 - CMD 14 - HP 20/20, Blindsense 20' Monday October 28th, 2013 11:00:27 PM
Karnas would read his portion of the book, attempting to get through it fairly quickly, and finding the contradictions fairly amusing, as he looks to Sam. "Is it fairly normal for the gnome's you've known to make rules with contradictions in them? Seems like requiring that no one activate persistent magic items is redundant given they are very likely already active. Do they mean they want us to remove any persistent items.?" Regardless, he'll sign the book contradictions and all.
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58 Tuesday October 29th, 2013 2:24:49 AM
Emeralda's eyes widened as she read the passage specifically written for her.
"What?" she gasped. "I may not heal someone if they need healing? Nor consult with Domi through the use of the magic he grants???"
She clearly looked unhappy with this.
"How are we supposed to obtain permission and from whom is this permission to be granted..?" the young cleric of Domi asked out loud.
Taggart Oathbreaker (Ian) 21/18/18 - 67/67 - CMD 24 Tuesday October 29th, 2013 10:37:15 AM "Hopefully we will not be here long enough to deal with any of this," the masked dwarf growls. "Let's just buy what we have come for and get out."
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 100/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) Tuesday October 29th, 2013 12:06:53 PM We'll just have to take care not to get hurt. I'm sure our hosts will take good care of us. Though we should clarify that point, I don't intend to remove my belt, though I am willing to peace tie my weapon. That should satisfy these rules of theirs.
Terser looks for some way to call back the greeters once everyone has read so they can ask their questions before signing.
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 101/101 (David Feest Posting) Tuesday October 29th, 2013 7:03:57 PM
Bruagh reads his section. Other than not killing others, not doing anything normally considered evil he has no restrictions. All of the magical gear he wears is "always on"and so cannot be activated. He signs his name and is prepared to enter the city.
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58 Tuesday October 29th, 2013 7:53:54 PM
Emeralda is clearly less-than-thrilled at the rules restrictions, but--since all the group IS there for is that ingredient--she yields to the majority opinion and signs her section of the book.
"And no blessings..!" she mourned with a sigh. "I may not test possible converts by giving out Blessings of Domi...oh, the waste of it all...!"
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 101/101 Tuesday October 29th, 2013 10:18:54 PM
Checking in... I am back... and thanks to David F for posting for me while I was getting poked and prodded by the docs.
The Settlement of Brightnstone Tuesday October 29th, 2013 10:35:23 PM
Karnas reads through his section as does everyone else and once he digests the meaning of the nearly 25 pages of legal description of precisely what can and cannot be done with regards to magic and magic items, he is convinced that there is no contradiction in the text, but that in fact the gnomes expect the party to remove and store all magic items.
Emeralda wonders aloud whom they might speak with about acquiring permission on casting spells and wearing magic items, there is no answer
Terser remembers the bell in the eastern wall was mentioned by the gnome to be used if the group had questions. The magic items seemed to fit that bill along with Emeralda's question. Shortly after The bell chimes, the plain clothes gnome arrives from the doors in which the party entered the hall.
"Yes master dwarves, a question or clarification I can assist you with?"
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Wednesday October 30th, 2013 1:06:36 AM
Sam gets the "idea" of the rules. His focus...Tahni. Confident in the Grim Guard's ability to adapt, Sam signs the book without posing a question.
Karnas (L1-7 L2-7 L3- 5): AC12/12/10 - CMD13 - HP40/40 , Cark AC: 19/16/17 - CMD 14 - HP 20/20, Blindsense 20' Wednesday October 30th, 2013 5:50:11 AM
Karnas shrugs at the rules. Removing his items wouldn't be so bad, he was still a formidable caster even without them.
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 100/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) Wednesday October 30th, 2013 12:08:10 PM I suppose everything is in order. Where may we store our things? Or should we leave one of our party here to keep them while we conduct our business? Perhaps Emerelda would like to stay out where she can commune with Domi at will.
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 101/101 Wednesday October 30th, 2013 10:39:01 PM
If any person decides not to enter, Bruagh will stay with them. He will not leave anyone alone.
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58 Wednesday October 30th, 2013 10:51:13 PM
"Please, sir," Emeralda piped up, "I take it from your legal forms that I may not heal someone if they need healing? Nor consult with Domi through the use of the magic he grants...unless we get permission to do so beforehand. How are we supposed to obtain permission and from whom is this permission to be granted..?" She looked quite earnestly at the bureaucrat in front of her.
"I'm going to miss not being able to dispense blessings of Domi..." the brunette sighed, unconsciously cracking her knuckles.
The Settlement of Brightnstone Thursday October 31st, 2013 1:05:11 AM
The gnome smiles politely at Emeralda, a litany that she surmises he has heard before. "After you have signed, you will want to petition the Department of Divinational Disciplines. They are wholly prepared to to engage you at any level and meet your particular needs to the limits of Brightnstone law while within the settlement. As to magical items and other such pieces of your wardrobe, Your armor may be left on, but any removal stowable equipment such as rings, belts, gloves, boots, cloaks and the like should be stowed in a bag, sack or other portable compartment. You may rectify this by obtaining a writ of wearable authorization from the Enhanced Equipment Guild, If you seek permission of magical use in granted through capabilities not attributed to faith and devotion to a Power or divine being, than you will want to make an appointment with the Appellate of Arcane Articulation."
The gnome takes the book and briefly leafs through it for everyone's signature. Finding all in order, he whistles twice. "The interior doors will open shortly. Thank you and enjoy your stay" With that, he turns he departs the hall how he came, which is back through the front gates.
Upon his exit with the book, the front gates close and the inner gates open. The party finds the area beyond far less bright, with lanterns hung from various posts. The settlement has been built into the outer walls of a sizable cavern. Ahead of you some 200' is what appears to be 2 large three story inns with outer barns for wagons and steeds. beyond them to the left and right are other buildings of varying size. Two of them with predominant signs, one of an open book, the other with an altar and candle.
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Thursday October 31st, 2013 8:25:18 AM
Sam examines both signs. (Knowledge:whatever=21 or 22 if arcana)
If he has no idea of where to go, he'll follow Bruagh's lead as always.
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 100/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) Thursday October 31st, 2013 11:53:30 AM I don't think we'll be here long enough to worry about applying to wear our items. We appreciate your hospitality, but have matters of grave import to attend to. Can you direct us to the merchant who is in charge of the residue?
Terser stores his belt, headband, amulet, cloak, and ring in his bag for the duration of his stay.
Taggart Oathbreaker (Ian) 21/18/18 - 67/67 - CMD 24 Thursday October 31st, 2013 2:17:11 PM
The Oathbreaker's head swims as the gnome babbles on about what's going on in the settlement. He leaves this up to the more verbose and intelligent members of the group.
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58 Friday November 1st, 2013 12:14:40 AM OOC: Dang it! I was busy with a Halloween party and got home too late. Sigh.
Emeralda shakes her head to clear it of the fuzziness that invaded right after the helpful gnome said "After..." She, too, is happy to let someone else lead the way to where the group needs to go.
Karnas (L1-7 L2-7 L3- 5): AC12/12/10 - CMD13 - HP40/40 , Cark AC: 19/16/17 - CMD 14 - HP 20/20, Blindsense 20' Friday November 1st, 2013 5:55:26 AM
Karnas nods and puts all of his magical items in his backpack, then heads with the group inside
The Settlement of Brightnstone Friday November 1st, 2013 2:56:57 PM
The group complies with the gnomes instructions and removes non armor magic items and stows them in various sacks and bags. Nodding to Terser his understanding of the question, the gnome points towards the two Inns. "You will want to acquire quarters. I will send a the appropriate personnel to begin processing your request." He smiles and dips his head, "Anything else master dwarves?"
Sam is pretty sure the sign of the Book indicates the Appellate of Arcane Articulation and the sign with the altar is where the Department of Divinational Disciplines can be found.
The group is able to book several comfortable rooms at either inn and find that they are currently the only guests in Brightnstone. Each 2 room suite has a private bath and sleeps 4 comfortably in individual full sized beds. Rooms come with 2 meals and 2 drinks at the cost of 5gp/night
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Friday November 1st, 2013 8:58:52 PM
Without saying a word (obviously), Sam heads towards the Appellate of Arcane Articulation.
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 101/101 Friday November 1st, 2013 10:40:57 PM
Bruagh follows after Sam.
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 100/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) Saturday November 2nd, 2013 11:19:45 AM
ooc: what time of day is it? I don't think we want to stay - just buy our stuffs and jet, though this is seeming unlikely.
Terser heads off to the merchant's district, wishing to conduct his business sooner rather than later. Despite growing up around people who are set in their ways, the gnomes' regulations are more bother than they are worth, and the sooner they can accomplish their task and leave, the better.
Taggart Oathbreaker (Ian) 21/18/18 - 67/67 - CMD 24 Saturday November 2nd, 2013 1:18:12 PM
The Oathbreaker storms out of his room, standing before the group before they leave and yelling, "What in blazes are we doing getting rooms? We need to buy this stuff and leave, before our luck catches up with us. I would rather stay outside this place with our magic than in here without it. Why are we buying up room at the inn if we are just here to buy something?" The masked dwarf lets out a huff, clearly in a terrible mood.
"If our enemies find out we are here, they will not hesitate to strike. They have the ability to teleport - what is stopping them from popping in here and storming this place? Or appearing in the middle of it and wreaking havoc? I doubt necromancers will care about some silly gnomish law... No offense meant," he grumbles, looking sideways at Sam.
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Saturday November 2nd, 2013 4:43:03 PM
Sam stops at Taggart's remark and whips out a sheet of paper. The bard quickly scribbles a message and hands it to the Dwarf. He then continues on.
The paper reads:If you know of a "magical residue shop" let us know. Otherwise, we're going to have to ask around.
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 101/101 Sunday November 3rd, 2013 10:19:33 PM
Bruagh will try to speak on Sams behalf should the need arise.
Karnas (L1-7 L2-7 L3- 5): AC12/12/10 - CMD13 - HP40/40 , Cark AC: 19/16/17 - CMD 14 - HP 20/20, Blindsense 20' Sunday November 3rd, 2013 10:31:11 PM
Karnas shrugs. "Well, I'm not good at gathering information. I could send Cark with you guys to see if her telepathy might help, but perhaps I'll just go find a room and finally finish the items I've been working on. I'd like to get it done already."
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58 Monday November 4th, 2013 5:06:47 AM
"Master Taggart has a bit of a point there," Emeralda agreed, "Now that we are inside the city, it seems odd that we'd need to remain for any longer than necessary to get that ingredient and then we can go. How about we try finding the shop first and then see if we'll be needing to rent out rooms..? That sounds like it's a wiser way to do this..." She blinked, looking around expectantly.
The Settlement of Brightnstone Monday November 4th, 2013 12:22:44 PM
It is an hour or two before sunset, reading through the book took each of you about 90 minutes.
Looking about the cavern in which you stand you can see 2 Inns and 2 other buildings with markings on them in the form of signs. The Book indicates the Appellate of Arcane Articulation and the sign with the altar is where the Department of Divinational Disciplines can be found. What you do not see or hear is anything resembling a merchant building let alone a district. Aside from a gnome leaning against the door jab of each Inn, there is no one in sight. The cavern extends further back into the mountain at least 300 yards with small unobtrusive buildings built into the walls along either side. Some at ground level and some above.
Moving down the chamber, the rest of the group spies one other building with a sign, this one is in plain common 'Enhanced Equipment Guild'.
Sam heads to the Appellate of Arcane Articulation with Bruagh right beside him. He finds the door unlocked and as he touches it to knock or open it, the door swings freely inward to reveal a small cozy room with a desk, 2 chairs, a full bookshelf a lit lantern and single door exit. As you enter a disembodied voice says in a pleasant tone. "Please be seated and sign in on the ledger. The Honorable Glipstien Archanmecha Phildist of the Second Clove will be with you in approximately 30 minutes. Thank you"
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Monday November 4th, 2013 1:39:44 PM
Sam signs his name on the ledger. He never strays more than a few feet from Bruagh.
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 101/101 Monday November 4th, 2013 4:00:10 PM
Bruagh signs the ledger and takes a seat waiting... Some what patiently.
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 100/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) Monday November 4th, 2013 5:13:34 PM
Terser asks the gnome running the inn who he should speak with regarding his planned purchase.
Karnas (L1-7 L2-7 L3- 5): AC12/12/10 - CMD13 - HP40/40 , Cark AC: 19/16/17 - CMD 14 - HP 20/20, Blindsense 20' Tuesday November 5th, 2013 4:13:57 AM
Karnas follows terser to the inn, letting him handle it for the moment
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58 Tuesday November 5th, 2013 6:32:37 AM
"Thirty minutes..?" Emeralda echoed, stunned. She reached and scribbled her own name in the book.
"Perhaps there was merit in finding rooms at the inn, after all..." she mused.
Taggart Oathbreaker (Ian) 21/18/18 - 67/67 - CMD 24 Tuesday November 5th, 2013 10:02:18 AM
The Oathbreaker grows bored and begins shadow-boxing.
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 101/101 Tuesday November 5th, 2013 4:18:25 PM OOC: Czech
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Tuesday November 5th, 2013 8:45:12 PM
Check
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 100/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) Wednesday November 6th, 2013 12:54:37 AM
check, i suppose
The Settlement of Brightnstone Wednesday November 6th, 2013 8:55:46 AM
Sam and Bruagh sign the ledger and have a seat.
Terser asks the gnome at the Inn about the purchase of the residue. The gnome wrinkles his nose and looks at his curiously. "Residue?" he inquires not seeming to follow at first, but then the spark of recognition alights in his eye. "Ahh, you must mean the Figmatous Residue and that is a controlled substance master dwarf. I'm pretty surprised you even know of its existence honestly." The gnome pulls at his tightly trimmed beard for a moment, thinking on how he might be of help. In a minute or two he seems to have formulated his thoughts and relays them, "You will almost certainly need to speak to and obtain permission from Head Master Vasphour of the Deep Mine Umbra . Your best odds at getting on his docket, is to go through the Advanced Equipment Guild. Deep Mine Umbra makes purchases through the Advanced Equipment Guild quite often." he smiles and nods and continues, "The Advanced Equipment Guild would be closed the night however and so might I recommend a suite room or two for your party?"
The Honorable Glipstien Archanmecha Phildist of the Second Clove appears through the rear door and has a seat behind the desk. He looks over the ledger that both Sam and Bruagh signed, transcribes the names to another book taken from under the desk in a drawer along with a few other notes he adds. Closing the second book, he returns it to the drawer in the desk and fetches another book from the case behind him, opening it to a predetermined spot that was marked with a violet ribbon. It is at this point he looks up and engages the pair of. "Yes master McFistacuff and master Terser, what petition brings you to us today?"
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58 Wednesday November 6th, 2013 3:06:04 PM
Emeralda suppressed a sigh. These gnomes surely had a love of paperwork that boggled the mind.
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 100/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) Wednesday November 6th, 2013 3:47:04 PM
Terser signs up for the necessary interview, then finally acquiesces to the need for a room.
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Wednesday November 6th, 2013 7:44:42 PM
Sam waits for Bruagh to do the talking. The gnome has writing paper ready in case he should need to interject.
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 101/101 Wednesday November 6th, 2013 9:30:41 PM
"Will you please set up those meetings for us." Bruagh borders on losing his patience. He then prepares to find a room for the night not wanting to mess up their one shot.
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Wednesday November 6th, 2013 10:17:03 PM
Ooc-I thought Bruagh and Sam were at the Appellate of Arcane Articulation and not at some inn. Am I mistaken?
Karnas (L1-7 L2-7 L3- 5): AC12/12/10 - CMD13 - HP40/40 , Cark AC: 19/16/17 - CMD 14 - HP 20/20, Blindsense 20' Thursday November 7th, 2013 5:07:11 AM
OOC: I think i'm confused too. Sam and Braugh are in a different area asking about the residue , and terser is getting a room and asking the innkeeper where to find the residue. They aren't in similar locations.
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58 Thursday November 7th, 2013 7:47:01 AM
OOC: color me confused, too...
The Settlement of Brightnstone Thursday November 7th, 2013 9:51:54 AM
Clarifications: I hope
Sam and Bruagh are at the Appellate of Arcane Articulation and not at some inn. They are speaking with The Honorable Glipstien Archanmecha Phildist of the Second Clove who is wondering why they are there
Everyone else is at an Inn. Terser, at the Inn, is speaking to a gnome. assumed to be the owner about the residue. He has been told it is a controlled substance and Tersers best chance is to speak with the Enhanced Equipment Guild about being able to speak with the Head Master Vasphour of the Deep Mine Umbra. The Enhanced Equipment Guild is currently closed for the evening
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58 Thursday November 7th, 2013 5:48:29 PM
Emeralda beckons to the help.
"I'd like to order a meal for myself and my five companions," she tells the staff member, "Can you tell me what your house special is for today..?" After finding out what the meal (or meals) may be, the brunette dwarf will ask that those present be served whatever they choose to eat, as well as informing the servant that they will be joined by others as soon as their business is conducted elsewhere.
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 101/101 Thursday November 7th, 2013 7:28:38 PM I assumed we would be escorted out after told that we had to set up a meeting. My bad."
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Friday November 8th, 2013 7:55:47 AM
Sam scribbles down the group's mission and what they are after (after a short "pleasantry" thanking him for the meeting, of course). The silent bard then passes the note to the gnome.
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58 Friday November 8th, 2013 8:05:26 AM
Emeralda took stock of the Inn's furnishings and decor as she awaited the outcome of her request for victuals from the waitstaff of the establishment. She found herself wondering, once more, what sorts of food the gnomes specialized in. Maybe she could discover some new ways to use spices while the group was here...
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 100/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) Friday November 8th, 2013 10:04:00 AM nothing to do until morning when I try to get that appointment.
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 101/101 Friday November 8th, 2013 8:02:33 PM
Checkmate
Terser, Honored of Clan Ironbane (Warren G): HP 82/82 - AC 21/13/21 - CMD 24 (raging HP 100/100, AC 19/11/19 - CMD 26) Friday November 8th, 2013 10:34:45 PM
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Karnas (L1-7 L2-7 L3- 5): AC12/12/10 - CMD13 - HP40/40 , Cark AC: 19/16/17 - CMD 14 - HP 20/20, Blindsense 20' Saturday November 9th, 2013 3:52:09 AM
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The Settlement of Brightnstone Saturday November 9th, 2013 11:03:38 AM
Glipstien Archanmecha Phildist of the Second Clove wrinkles his nose at Bruagh, "Set up an appointment for for? I am not some messenger boy." His tone clearly conveying the insult he feels has been made against his position and the inconvenience and perceived waste of his time. "Nor is Appellate of Arcane Articulation the secretaries or message board of the Enhanced Equipment Guild or any other operation in Brightnstone. I have matters which actually require my attention." Sam slides the note and with a still irritated look, Glipstien reads it quickly. He seems to soften, but only slightly. "What you seek is not for sale master McFistacuff and is the sole property of Deep Mine Umbra. Any discussion of its use and the acquisition of said substance would require the complete cooperation of Deep Mine Umbra and more specifically Head Master Vasphour. I strongly suggest you and your party make friends and frequent the Enhanced Equipment Guild and in turn befriend a porter or buyer from Deep Mine Umbra and so as to facilitate a possible conversation with the Head Master Vasphour. Diplomacy and patience will be the weapons to arm yourselves with." With a sigh he then re-addresses his initial question. "So is there any actual business that brings you to the Appellate of Arcane Articulation?"
At the Inn, The gnome, who introduces himself as Tarvis Peddlmeade signs the group into a pair of 2 room suites that are across the hall from each other. Keys delivered, he addresses Emeralda's request and with the ring of a bell, summons a gnome from the back room. "This is Voshist and he will se to your dining needs."
Voshist leads the party to a table and recites the selection of food available. "A fresh salad of greens with garden vegetables drizzled with a basalmic dressing. Choice of stew, pork in a potato broth or chicken with carrots. We have pork glazed in an apple dressing, fire roasted pheasant and butter noodles with sharp cheese. To drink, our selection contains a porter, a pilsner, pinot, cabernet and late harvest desert wine."
Taggart Oathbreaker (Ian) 21/18/18 - 67/67 - CMD 24 Sunday November 10th, 2013 11:03:21 PM
The Oathbreakers eats his food in silence and retreats to his room, assuming one has already been rented for the group.
Emeralda Everbrawl AC20/12/17, HP58/58 Monday November 11th, 2013 10:48:49 AM
Chatting amiably with the server, Emeralda adds that it seems likely that her group will, after all, need to rent rooms for the night at least, and inquires about what there is for let?
Bruagh Stormbringer (Zach R.) AC 22/12/16 -- CMD 23/27 -- HP 101/101 d20-2=2 ; Monday November 11th, 2013 9:32:31 PM
Bruagh does everything in his power to keep from losing his temper. He counts out loud and takes deep breaths. "One... two... three... nine... ten. Sigh. Ok, please tell me how to do this. Lives are at stake here and your bureaucracy has wasted days of our time. Unless you enjoy knowing that necromancers are practicing their arts on the living, I ask that you help. Or if you prefer to keep your nose up your..." Bruagh stops when he realizes he is getting no where.
"If you have nothing further I will show myself out."
Sam: 16/12/15 -- CMD 14 -- HP 55/55 Monday November 11th, 2013 10:16:04 PM
Sam shakes his head "no" and offers a warm handshake. He waits for his protector, Bruagh before heading to the inn for the night to join the others.
The Settlement of Brightnstone; The Enhanced Equipment Guild Monday November 11th, 2013 11:36:23 PM
Glipstien Archanmecha Phildist of the Second Clove mouth draws into a tight line as Bruagh speaks. The dwarf and Sam knows they are clearly not winning over Glipstien, in fact just the opposite. He simply stares at Braugh until the dwarf gets up and leaves.
The group eats and retires.
The following day they find the Enhanced Equipment Guild open and three gnomes standing in line at the front door. They are chatting amongst themselves about nothing in particular, sipping on steaming mugs of something and smoking small pipes. Nearby are several small tables with fruits and cheese. One of them gives a friendly lift of the chin and partial wave to you as approach. The three are clearly waiting to get into the Guild and do not work for it.
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