DM Wednesday December 9th, 1998 1:59:59 PM
Simon gets control of the wagon. Unfortunately it took him so long that the horses have run off the main road. As a result of running down the bumpy path they chose, the carriage is in poor shape.
DM Wednesday December 9th, 1998 2:00:00 PM
Kat gets 6 points from Tiburon's potion.
DM Wednesday December 9th, 1998 2:00:01 PM
Teko quickly sees that it is nearly dark.
DM Wednesday December 9th, 1998 2:00:02 PM
Gareth finds some half eaten food on the road. Evidently this bear liked cheese.
DM Wednesday December 9th, 1998 2:00:03 PM
Jus gets running pretty quick, but he finds it difficult to keep up with Nonam. He manages to keep the wizard in site for the time being though.
DM Wednesday December 9th, 1998 2:00:04 PM
Nonam makes it to the carriage. He sees that Simon looks panicked and out of breath, but he and the horses both look fine. The carriage though... well that's another story.
Nonam Wednesday December 9th, 1998 2:00:05 PM
Nonam flies down to the carriage. "Simon is everything okay?" Then he grins and his hair turns blue, "If I ever say something about chasing off a bear again, just stab me. I think that would hurt a lot less." Then he tries to calm the horses.
Gareth Wednesday December 9th, 1998 2:00:06 PM
makes sure Kat is as comfortable as possible and then jogs down the road to see if the guys need help with the wagon.
Jus Wednesday December 9th, 1998 2:00:07 PM
Jus gives a sigh of relief, seeing the wagon stop and no apparent signs of danger from Nonam. Looking at the wagon when he gets close, he quips, "I guess we get what we pay for!". He approaches Simon, "It's good to see you again, Simon. And Nonam, I'm glad you're in one piece and can still be blue."
Kat Wednesday December 9th, 1998 2:00:08 PM
Kat drifts off to sleep, tears streaming from her eyes.
Simon Wednesday December 9th, 1998 2:00:09 PM
Simon laughs, "Well that took my mind off of everything for a bit. The danger brought on some exhiliration. Let's go and make camp... my friends."
DM Thursday December 10th, 1998 1:59:59 PM
The group with the wagon makes sure that it is still in traveleing condition. It will work for now, but Gareth sees that the wheels should be worked on in the next town. Then the group gets the carriage back to Kat and the others. When the carriage arrives there is a marked contrast between the groups. One is as merry as possible considering the circumstances, and the other is more glum.
Nonam Thursday December 10th, 1998 2:00:00 PM
"I don't think we need anything more to happen this day. Let us make camp." He stops and looks around, "Maybe a little farther down the road."
Gareth Thursday December 10th, 1998 2:00:01 PM
"Good idea. I think the wagon will survive for now. Let's move up the road a ways to get away from the bear's territory. That's usually good enough to keep them from coming back." Gareth does whatever he can to the wagon, loads Kat and proceeds to travel down the road once everyone is ready. He looks for a good spot to camp.
Teko Thursday December 10th, 1998 2:00:02 PM
"I know a little about stars and I was thinking it might be useful, if the sky stays clear, to look a bit into the future. Does anyone want to share their birthdate?"
Jus Thursday December 10th, 1998 2:00:03 PM
Jus glances at Teko, then over to Kat, "Divination? I don't suppose you and Kat have any gods in common, do you?"
DM Friday December 11th, 1998 1:59:59 PM
Gareth finds a suitable spot, and the group set up camp.
Nonam Friday December 11th, 1998 2:00:00 PM
"Now Jus, Teko could be a follower of Wardd or Jantierri. They each advocate astrology. I'd let you do a reading for me Teko, but I don't know my birthday." Nonam begins to cook dinner for the group from what supplies are left.
Simon Friday December 11th, 1998 2:00:01 PM
Simon half-heartedly helps set up. Then he sits down and waits for Nonam to finish eating. "Smells good." A tear runs down his cheek as he waits.
Gareth Friday December 11th, 1998 2:00:02 PM
sits in silence with Simon respecting his grief. A bit later he says "I'll take first watch. Simon should not watch tonight. I'll take two shifts if necessary."
Jus Friday December 11th, 1998 2:00:03 PM
Reflecting on this truly sorrowful day, Jus sits in silence with the others. After a respectful time, he asks, "Tib', how's Kat? She'll be fairly dissappointed if any of those scars are permanent."
Teko Friday December 11th, 1998 2:00:04 PM
To Jus, Teko says, "I honor any power that is honorable, especially those who are both most powerful and most honorable. Actually, I picked up my knowledge of stars from my teacher." To Nonam, Teko says, "I am quite an accomplished cook, thanks to my mother's tutelage. Can I help in any way?"
Nonam Friday December 11th, 1998 2:00:05 PM
To Teko, "I can get the meal tonight, and you can get it tomorrow... I've never studied astrology other than learning the basic constellations and such, but I'd be interested in what you could show me about it. Perhaps we could use the evenings toward this purpose? Surely I could repay you with knowledge of some kind. I'm quite accomplished in several languages and various other things."
Nonam Friday December 11th, 1998 2:00:06 PM
Nonam speaks to Gareth, "I can take the third watch. I'll need to get up to memorise spells anyway. Hmmm, Tiburon should probably rest the whole night so he can be sure to get the rest needed for his healing spells, and Kat is too injured to watch. So that leaves Jus and Teko for the other watch. What do you say guys interested?"
DM Saturday December 12th, 1998 1:59:59 PM
Nonam finishes up the meal, and dinner is served. It's tasty for something cooked on the road.
Simon Saturday December 12th, 1998 2:00:00 PM
Simon eats quietly and quickly. After finishing he stands and says, "May all of our days be better than this." Then he heads off for bed.
Gareth Saturday December 12th, 1998 2:00:01 PM
watches
Jus Saturday December 12th, 1998 2:00:02 PM
"I'd like to memorize something as well, but I'll take a watch, if needed. Teko, I'd be honored to have my 'fortune' read, then I'd better catch my sleep."
Teko Saturday December 12th, 1998 2:00:03 PM
"Excellent, then! I look forward to cooking tomorrow. I am amenable to giving lessons, too, in whatever skills I have. Um, I would be glad to keep watch tonight. I do want to do some memorizing before we move on, though. I have almost no spells left." When the opportunity presents itself, Teko consults the heavens, first in regard to his own fortune, then in regard to Jus's.
DM Sunday December 13th, 1998 1:59:59 PM
The group sets up watches and drifts off to sleep. The night passes uneventfully save for the sounds of small creatures moving about. Morning comes peacefully, but to those who have any skill in such things, it looks like a storm is on the way.
Nonam Sunday December 13th, 1998 2:00:00 PM
Pulls out two small jars. "I nearly forgot I had these." I opens one and applies a thick green ointment to his wounds, and they begin to heal immediately. (Two applications of Keoghtum's Ointment, heals 21 pts) Nonam looks down at the jar, "There's about two more applications in this one, and the other jar is full with about five applications. Between that and Tiburon's spells, we should all manage to heal ourselves back up."
DM Sunday December 13th, 1998 2:00:01 PM
It takes all of Tiburon's healing spells and all of the ointment, but within an hour after dawn everyone in the party is healed. The storm clouds are on their way.
Simon Sunday December 13th, 1998 2:00:02 PM
"If we hurry we should be able to reach Zidiac by midafternoon. Perhaps we can beat the storm if we go now."
Gareth Sunday December 13th, 1998 2:00:03 PM
gets the wagon ready and prepares to leave. He says "I have a thought. It might even be a good one! I would say it is better to save the potions and ointments for life and death combat and rely mostly on the healers and time to do the rest. That way if we come up against a strong force we have more resources. Just a thought ...". Once everyone get ready Gareth starts the horses.
DM Monday December 14th, 1998 1:59:59 PM
The party feeling rejuvinated after a good night's sleep, breakfast, and the benefits of magical healing makes quick work of loading up the carriage, and soon they are underway. The storm breaks shortly before noon. Fortunatley it's dry inside the carriage, but Nonam and Gareth riding out side are quickly drenched. By early afternoon the storm slacks off some, but the roads are a quagmire. On a few occassions the carriage became bogged down in mud requiring everyone had to get out and help push. So by journey's end, everyone is soaked and caked in mud. By late afternoon, the miserable band arrives in Ziadac. It's a small town at the foot of the Plateau. Through the rain and haze everyone can just make out the shape of the Plateau towering over everything, and if you try really hard you can see Fort Baenville at the top. Apparently most of the traffic up and down the plateau takes place over at Goodiamond for this place is little more than a frontier outpost. Yet even so there are two inns, 'The Empty Jug' and 'The Iron Spoon.' Both look about the same... old but well kept... and best of all dry.
Gareth Monday December 14th, 1998 2:00:00 PM
eyes the Iron Spoon and says "Anything that has to do with food works for me. I'm not interested in Empty right now."
Kat Monday December 14th, 1998 2:00:01 PM
Kat sits quietly and stares at the Wold going by. Every onnce and a while she crys.
Teko Monday December 14th, 1998 2:00:02 PM
"I'm definitely ready for food, drink, and a bath if I can get it." Teko laughs and says, "When I was a boy, my mother would have been furious to see me like this. In fact, I think she would still be furious..." He laughs again.
Nonam Monday December 14th, 1998 2:00:03 PM
"The Iron Spoon sounds fine to me." He heads inside hoping to find somewhere warm and dry.
Simon Monday December 14th, 1998 2:00:04 PM
"I've always liked the Spoon better." He heads inside.
DM Tuesday December 15th, 1998 1:59:59 PM
The Iron Spoon is indeed warm and dry. As soon as Nonam and Simon step inside a serving maid hands them steaming glasses. "Welcome to the Iron Spoon. Here's some mulled wine to warm your bones. No charge. Make yourselves comfortable." The inn is doing a very good business today. The place is 3/4 full at an hour when most taverns are empty. All of the patrons appear to be simple travellers or villagers. There will likely be no fights in here today.
Gareth Tuesday December 15th, 1998 2:00:00 PM
stables the horses and unloads the wagon. He joins the group inside after he's done. "What do you have to eat?" he asks the bar maid.
Teko Tuesday December 15th, 1998 2:00:01 PM
Teko plops down in a seat and orders something to drink. He says to Jus, "Oh, I almost forgot, Jus. The impression I got about my future was that I would get drenched. I suppose that came true. But I'm sure you are more interested hearing what is in your future. Here it is: your feet are going to get big. That's the impression I got about you. Take it with a grain of salt, though. It's just a possibility. And, of course, I'm not at all sure what it means." Teko smiles, "Good luck, Jus."
Kat Tuesday December 15th, 1998 2:00:02 PM
Kat sits with her men around her and eats some poradge and a small ale.
Tiburon Tuesday December 15th, 1998 2:00:03 PM
Tiburon get some food and sits at the table to eat.
DM Wednesday December 16th, 1998 1:59:59 PM
The serving girl tells Gareth, "We have a tasty beef stew or turkey. What would you like? Most people seem to be having the stew if that helps any."
Nonam Wednesday December 16th, 1998 2:00:00 PM
"I'll have the stew." Then he looks at Teko, "What's this about big feet?"
Simon Wednesday December 16th, 1998 2:00:01 PM
Simon looks over at Nonam and Teko and then turns to the serving girl, "When's the festival?"
Gareth Wednesday December 16th, 1998 2:00:02 PM
say "I'll have both!" with gusto.
Teko Wednesday December 16th, 1998 2:00:03 PM
"I'll take the stew, please," Teko says. Turning to Nonam he says, "Big feet. Mmm, that's the reading I came up with for Jus. It isn't very definite. I don't know if his feet are literally going to get larger or if it's symbolic in some way. And readings are never a sure thing. I won't even venture to say that they're likely. They're more something to keep in mind." Teko slides down a bit in his chair, relaxing.
Kat Wednesday December 16th, 1998 2:00:04 PM
Kat continues to eat.
DM Wednesday December 16th, 1998 2:00:05 PM
The serving girl grins at Simon and says, "The festival is tomorrow, and I hear there are a group of dwarves staying over at the Empty Jug." She says this last bit with a bemused look.
Nonam Thursday December 17th, 1998 1:59:59 PM
Nonam listens in on Simon's converstation.
Simon Thursday December 17th, 1998 2:00:00 PM
Simon spews his mulled wine on the unfortunate Teko when he hears about the dwarf. Then he and the serving girl look at the dimunitive mage and laugh again. Finally Simon announces, "Jus, I think I know why your feet will be big. Tomorrow is Zidiac's Festival of the Giant's Foot." He says that as if everyone should understand.
DM Thursday December 17th, 1998 2:00:01 PM
The serving girl, being perhaps just a tad brighter than Simon, quickly realizes that Simon's statement has done nothing to enlighten the party, so she helps him out by saying, "And it's traditional that on that day everyone must wear giant shoes."
Gareth Thursday December 17th, 1998 2:00:02 PM
eats. "What is the celebration all about?"
Teko Thursday December 17th, 1998 2:00:03 PM
Teko listens, very interested.
DM Friday December 18th, 1998 1:59:59 PM
The serving girl goes over and kicks Gareth for his question and then goes back to the kitchen.
Simon Friday December 18th, 1998 2:00:00 PM
Simon grins and speaks before Gareth can react. "That's the traditional response for anyone who asks what the festival is about. You aren't supposed to find out until after you've bought your big shoes, but I'll help you out. Ages ago there was a shoemaker in town who had created shoes for a clan of giants, but they refused to pay him for their services. So he managed to dupe the local townspeople into buying the shoes on the basis that they were the latest fashion. The festival is way of reveling in their stupidity and getting revenge by convincing strangers to but big shoes too. Essentially it is a day of practical jokes and festivities. And everything will be topped off with a town dinner tomorrow at which awards for such things as 'Biggest Shoes' will be handed out."
Nonam Friday December 18th, 1998 2:00:01 PM
"Sounds like a rather pointless holiday."
Gareth Friday December 18th, 1998 2:00:02 PM
sits and smirks at the thought of being kicked by such a slight girl. He sits back and relaxes a bit as things looks like they are going to be uneventful for a night - finally...
Teko Friday December 18th, 1998 2:00:03 PM
"So, Simon, how do we go about getting these shoes? And is the only requirement that they be big?"
Kat Friday December 18th, 1998 2:00:04 PM
Kat leans over and kicks Gareth, for being so macho that he would be worried about being kicked by a small girl. Now hes been kicked by a small girl and a beautiful one.
Simon Friday December 18th, 1998 2:00:05 PM
"There is a local shoemaker who provides all the shoes. You can imagine his interest in keeping the holiday going. We should probably visit him today. Tomorrow there will be a rush. Most newcomers buy their shoes the day of the festival. It's a tradition of sorts."
DM Saturday December 19th, 1998 1:59:59 PM
The serving girl returns with the food. It looks and smells good. As she is passing it out, a priest of Donyra comes into the tavern. He announces as he enters, "The rain is stopping. Donyra willing, my apprentice and I should be able to have the streets dried out before the beginning of the festival tomorrow." Then he looks about the tavern, "The roads themselves will most likely remain muddy for a day or two. You should all stay for the festival tomorrow." Then he turns and leaves, and the tavern erupts in a flurry of questions about the festival. You see a number of people get kicked by the serving girls.
Nonam Saturday December 19th, 1998 2:00:00 PM
"Well let's hurry up and finish our food and go get some shoes." He grins and says, "I simply must have an attractive pair."
Gareth Saturday December 19th, 1998 2:00:01 PM
looks at Kat and smiles big as he enjoys all the attention. Once the food arrives he eats with gusto and rolls his eyes at the thought of wearing big shoes thinking about all the the ways it would open up the party for quick attacks ...
Teko Saturday December 19th, 1998 2:00:02 PM
Teko begins to eat. He stares at his feet a lot.
Kat Saturday December 19th, 1998 2:00:03 PM
Kat begins thinking about casting a spell, that would give the illusion of shoees and help with attacks.
Jus Saturday December 19th, 1998 2:00:04 PM
"Well, if I'm gonna have big feet, I want them to be whoppers, sounds like lots of fun!."
DM Sunday December 20th, 1998 1:59:59 PM
While the eat, a halfling walks into the tavern carrying a set of giant shoes. Up until this point you really didn't realize how big giant shose would be. Stood on end these pair would easily be the same size as the halfling. A few of you can't help but laugh thinking about the halfling putting those on.
Nonam Sunday December 20th, 1998 2:00:00 PM
Hair turning blue, "Will they all be that big?"
Simon Sunday December 20th, 1998 2:00:01 PM
With a casual glance over at the halfling, "No. Most are bigger. That's a child's pair."
DM Sunday December 20th, 1998 2:00:02 PM
With his trained warrior's eye, Gareth notices that fighting in those shoes would be nearly impossible. Though given their size, it would be a simple movement to step out of them in a hurry.
Kat Sunday December 20th, 1998 2:00:03 PM
"How do they stay on?"
Gareth Sunday December 20th, 1998 2:00:04 PM
looks on and for the first time in a long time realizes life can indeed be fun. "Why not, I haven't done anything this silly since I was a very young boy before the raids. It would probably do me good."
DM Monday December 21st, 1998 1:59:59 PM
The serving girl looks at Kat and says, "They have some kind of woolen sock atached to the inside. It keeps them on, but they are srill very awkward."
Gareth Monday December 21st, 1998 2:00:00 PM
eats.
Teko Monday December 21st, 1998 2:00:01 PM
Teko orders dessert, pondering his budget. "How much do these shoes usually cost?"
Simon Monday December 21st, 1998 2:00:02 PM
"The cost varies. You can get a plain undecorated pair for a couple of silver, but if you want curled toes and all the bells and whistles, you could be talking about a bunch of gold. They don't want anyone to be left out, but the rich can't be exactly like everyone else."
Jus Monday December 21st, 1998 2:00:03 PM
Jus eats quietly and grins at the prospect of seeing everyone look foolish.
DM Monday December 21st, 1998 2:00:04 PM
The group finishes up their meal and can see through the window that the sun will still be up for another hour or two.
Nonam Saturday December 26th, 1998 1:59:59 PM
"Well, I suppose we should go pick out some shoes."
Nonam Saturday December 26th, 1998 2:00:00 PM
"Any objections?"
Gareth Saturday December 26th, 1998 2:00:01 PM
says with his normal gruff focused air "Let's go" as he always does when there is a mission...
Jus Saturday December 26th, 1998 2:00:02 PM
Jus indicates with a wry smile that he is ready.
DM Sunday December 27th, 1998 1:59:59 PM
The group trods over to the shoemaker's with Simon leading the way. The ground outside is still muddy, but there is a team of priests working feverishly to dry it out. It looks like they will at least have the main street done by the morning. As Gareth ponders the difficulties involved in drying the soil, Jus spies the shoe shop and giggles in glee. There is a huge shoe - easily the size of a horse - sitting out front which seems to indicate that you found the right place. Once inside there are a variety of giant shoes. It seems from a cursory look that the proper shoe for the festival is one that if stood on end would come to your waist. As the party enters a bell rings, and after letting everyone look about for a minute, a gnarled old elf inquires, "May I help you brave sirs or your lovely companion perhaps?" With the last he gazes at Kat in open admiration.
Gareth Sunday December 27th, 1998 2:00:00 PM
says in his normal to the point manner "We have come to get shoes for the festival."
Teko Sunday December 27th, 1998 2:00:01 PM
"...Including, of course, shoes of an appropriate size for a gnome."
Nonam Sunday December 27th, 1998 2:00:02 PM
"...perhaps a color that will match my hair..."
Simon Sunday December 27th, 1998 2:00:03 PM
"And they are newcomers to the festival..."
DM Monday December 28th, 1998 1:59:59 PM
The shoemaker walks up and looks everyone over, "Newcomers, eh? Wellwellwellwell... let's see... I think I have several pair that would do nicely for a group such as yourselves." The old elf goes about selecting shoes and eventually has everyone matched up with a pair. He seems to know his craft, strange as it is, for everyone's shoes seem to match some aspect of their personality. Kat's dazzle with color and beauty despite their size. Gareth's are plain and were he large would be simply functional shoes. Jus's are unquestionably designed for nothing but a fun day at the festival. The flowers on the toes are certain to invite comment. Somehow, Teko's manage to bespeak a skill at illusion. Perhaps because they don't actually look as if they are abnormally large... though they clearly are. And Nonam's, well Nonam's shoes are something of an anomaly. At least they match his hair. Whatever color it happens to be at the moment, there's a color on the shoes to match.
The shoemaker Monday December 28th, 1998 2:00:00 PM
"Now let's see. Something for this gentleman." He looks at Simon and pulls out a pair of what must be his finest giant shoes. "You'll be king of the festival. I was sorry to learn about you wife and child." Then the shoemaker begins to mumble, "No charge for the king shoes. Then we have five pair... a color shoe... and one of those there... Ah yes, your total will be... 51 gold and 4 silver."
Jus Tuesday December 29th, 1998 1:59:59 PM
"51... 51!!!! Wow, Gareth, I'm glad your paying for all this!"
Kat Tuesday December 29th, 1998 2:00:00 PM
"I'm glad someone notices me!" Kay says to the men in the party. "These shoes are perrrfect, thank you."
Teko Tuesday December 29th, 1998 2:00:01 PM
Teko, looking suprised, says, "Gareth, are you really going to pay for all of this? I would be glad to pitch in my share..."
Simon Tuesday December 29th, 1998 2:00:02 PM
"Kat, no man could ignore your beauty..."
Nonam Tuesday December 29th, 1998 2:00:03 PM
Noticing Gareth's silence, "Have no fear friends, I happen to have a little money." He then takes off his pack and after rumaging through it a second produces the exact amount."
DM Wednesday December 30th, 1998 1:59:59 PM
The party takes their large, newly acquired shoes and heads back to the Iron Spoon. As you journey back, you notice someone that looks a great deal like Onrad pause in the middle of the street. He looks up at the signs above the inns and then enters the Empty Jug. Gareth and Simon also recall that the carriage needs to be repaired.
Nonam Wednesday December 30th, 1998 2:00:00 PM
"Was that Onrad?"
Jus Wednesday December 30th, 1998 2:00:01 PM
Not even hesitating, Jus begins running (as best one can run carrying a pair of giant shoes), "Onrad! Onrad! You gotta see these! Did you get some? Where've you been! Are you looking for us? What type of shoes are you getting?"
Kat Wednesday December 30th, 1998 2:00:02 PM
A tear forms in Kat's eye as she sees Onrad. She quickly wipes it away putting on hear best smile. Sliding up to Simon, she takes his arm and teases, "Thank you, Simon, I'm glad there's at least one man in our group." Glancing back towards Onrad's direction she adds, "I hope more men begin to show their mettle."
Gareth Wednesday December 30th, 1998 2:00:03 PM
heads for the place where the carraige is stored and looks for somebody to repair the damage.
Teko Wednesday December 30th, 1998 2:00:04 PM
Teko follows Jus, but keeps his distance.
Simon Wednesday December 30th, 1998 2:00:05 PM
Simon smiles at Kat and stays by her.
DM Wednesday December 30th, 1998 2:00:06 PM
The man who looks like Onrad, seems oblivious to Jus and his cries... as if his name was not Onrad. He continues and enters the Empty Jug. Everyone interested in the figure did notice that he was wearing new clothes... most noticeably a flowing blue cape. He was also armed though Gareth has Onrad's swords.
Nonam Wednesday December 30th, 1998 2:00:07 PM
Determined to keep Jus out of trouble, Nonam hurries after him. "We might as well go in and make sure, but if it's one of his brothers or something don't torment the guy."
DM Wednesday December 30th, 1998 2:00:08 PM
Gareth finds someone to work on the carriage an old cart master named Gorb and his apprentice. Gorb informs Gareth that work is forbidden in town during the festival as a result of one too many practical jokes. It shouldn't take him long to fix though, and the carriage should be ready by mid-day after the festival. (Gareth will be out of the action for a few rounds - 2 for the conversation and 1 to get back.).
Gareth Thursday December 31st, 1998 1:59:59 PM
"Thank you Gorb. Midday after the festival will be fine. I'll be back to settle the account then." He exits and goes back to the inn to see if anybody is trying to kill Onrad yet.
Jus Thursday December 31st, 1998 2:00:00 PM
Shrugging his shoulders to the others, he turns and follows this "Onrad" into the inn. "Yeah, you're probably right -- although I wish it was Onrad with some wild story of why he acted that way."
Kat Thursday December 31st, 1998 2:00:01 PM
Smiling at Simon, Kat says, "Hmmm. I was thinking you and I could wait out here for Gareth, but I can't believe that was the Onrad we just left. Let's go in too."
Simon Thursday December 31st, 1998 2:00:02 PM
"I may as well go in too." He looks over his shoulder, "Tiburon? Teko?"
DM Thursday December 31st, 1998 2:00:03 PM
Those who enter see a shocking sight. No, it isn't the tavern. The tavern looks almost exactly like the one you've chosen. The shock is Onrad. The man standing in the middle of the room is clearly Onrad, he's dressed in blue clothes with some sort of crest on his chest. Stranger still his eyes seem to be giving off a faint blue glow. Strangest of all are his words to the tavern keeper, "...you have not paid Lord Elgrin your taxes this month. I have been sent to collect." The tavern keeper stammers, "But sir, I'll not have the money til after the festival is over." Onrad doesn't hesitate before giving a reply, "Lord Elgrin demands his money now. You know that his collectors have no choice in these matters. Bring me the money, or your establishment and life are forfeit." The tavern keeper looks at Onrad in absolute horror. Clearly he doesn't have the money, and he's trying to figure out some way to save his skin. Most of the people in the full tavern seem to care little. They act as if they are used to such scenes in these parts. Onrad stands mute and motionless as he waits.
Jus Sunday January 3rd, 1999 1:59:59 PM
Jus goes up to the owner and with a wink says, "I guess I'd better pay up some of my tab so you can pay off this debt. Just how much do you need?"
Gareth Sunday January 3rd, 1999 2:00:00 PM
goes back in to see what Onrad is up to now.
Teko Sunday January 3rd, 1999 2:00:01 PM
Having stepped in, Teko watches Onrad's reaction.
Nonam Sunday January 3rd, 1999 2:00:02 PM
Nonam heads to a table within earshot of Jus' converstation. He briefly wonders how much money Jus has -- considering his comment at the shoemakers.
Tiburon Sunday January 3rd, 1999 2:00:03 PM
Tiburon follows the rest into the pub and sits with Nonam.
DM Sunday January 3rd, 1999 2:00:04 PM
The propritier looks at Jus and says " But...but.. sir, you can't possably help me .... I owe Lord Elgin 1000gp's !.Whatever will happen to my family !" wails the man. Tiburon notices something strange about "Onrad" as he stands motionless, waiting for the Tax money.
Tiburon Monday January 4th, 1999 1:59:59 PM
" Nonam ! It looks like a possition spell has been cast upon Onrad." says Tiburon.
Gareth Monday January 4th, 1999 2:00:00 PM
looks on at Onrad and says to the others "We must help our friend. This is slavery. He has been taken over against his will. He would never agree to do this. What can you guys do? All I can do is restrain him."
Jus Monday January 4th, 1999 2:00:01 PM
"Ouch! He, he. 1000? That does cause a slight problem, doesn't it." Turning to Onrad, Jus asks, "Excuse me sir, what are the terms of this... this... uh... aggrement?" He manages to finish his question although looking at Onrad with glowing eyes troubles him.
Kat Monday January 4th, 1999 2:00:02 PM
To Noman: "I can cast dispell magic, I don't know what good it will do an I have a problem with that big ball of lard!!"
Nonam Monday January 4th, 1999 2:00:03 PM
"My thoughts exactly, Kat. Maybe this possession is what's been making him a 'ball of lard'. Cast and let's see what happens."
Teko Monday January 4th, 1999 2:00:04 PM
Very quietly, Teko whispers to Kat, "I could use a Hypnotism spell, though I'm not sure that it would break what is on him now. I could knock him out with Color Spray...if there weren't so many other people around. Let's wait and see."
DM Monday January 4th, 1999 2:00:05 PM
'Onrad' turns his head and locks his glowing eyes on Jus and says in a terrible monotone voice ," He must pay his taxes to Lord Elgin or forfit his life ." He then turns back to the Propritor and waits motionless.
Tiburon Tuesday January 5th, 1999 1:59:59 PM
" Nonam, I'm going to try to cast a Protection fron Evil on him and see if it wotks", says Tiburon. With that said he cast PFE upon the still motionless 'Onrad'.
Gareth Tuesday January 5th, 1999 2:00:00 PM
stands ready to intervene if Onrad attempts to attack back.
Jus Tuesday January 5th, 1999 2:00:01 PM
"Onrad.... do you know me?"
Nonam Tuesday January 5th, 1999 2:00:02 PM
Nonam nods to Tiburon. He prepares to cast his own Dispel Magic in case Kat doesn't.
Teko Tuesday January 5th, 1999 2:00:03 PM
Teko waits to see the effect of the spells cast.
Kat Tuesday January 5th, 1999 2:00:04 PM
Kat stands by waiting for the nod from everyone to cast.
Tiburon Tuesday January 5th, 1999 2:00:05 PM
Tiburon bends his head and prays to Domi.He looks up , makes a few passes through the air with his hands and points at 'Onrad'.
DM Tuesday January 5th, 1999 2:00:06 PM
Tiburon finishes casting his spell and a few moments later the motionless 'Onrad' shakes, blinks, looks around the room and says , " What... where am I ? How did I get here ? What am I doing wearing this cloak ? " He looks at the group geathered around him and asks " What are you doing here ? I remember walking away from you and after the fight with the Hell Hounds and running into a man in the forest. Now we're all standing in an Inn.... What's going on ?"
Gareth Wednesday January 6th, 1999 1:59:59 PM
says "Who was this man you ran into? He seems to have forced you into servitude. We broke his spell."
Jus Wednesday January 6th, 1999 2:00:00 PM
Jus breaks into a grin and gives Onrad a big hug.
Teko Wednesday January 6th, 1999 2:00:01 PM
Teko bows. "It is good to see you again, Onrad. Do you feel all right?"
Nonam Wednesday January 6th, 1999 2:00:02 PM
Nonam nods to Onrad from across the room, "Are you feeling better? Care to explain anything?"
Kat Wednesday January 6th, 1999 2:00:03 PM
Kat walks up to Onrad, looks him straight in the eye, slaps him, grabs both sides of his face and then kisses him passionatley. With that she wistles back to her seat and finishes eating.
Onrad Wednesday January 6th, 1999 2:00:04 PM
Onrad's eyes clear and he gets a very confused look on his face. He looks at Teko and then at Nonam. "I feel...." He looks at Kat. "I feel...." He collapses onto the floor sitting and looking up at Nonam and then Kat with tears welling up in his eyes. "I feel......" Onrad then curls up into a fetal position and bawls like a baby, "I'm sooo sorry. I....sorry! AhhhHUHhuh....huh.....Oh Gods I'm sooo....HuhhhhuhAAAHH!Hohohooooooo....." He shakes and continues crying out of control.
DM Wednesday January 6th, 1999 2:00:05 PM
The Propritor and the other guests glance around with shocked looks on their faces. " But sire... what do I do about Lord Elgins' Tax now? ", says the Innkeeper as he wrings his hands. " I still don't have enough to pay him."
Gareth Thursday January 7th, 1999 1:59:59 PM
trying not to scare anybody says with poorly shielded rage "Who is Lord Elgin and where is he? I don't know about your tax but I do know I won't tolerate someone taking my friend as a slave against his will. He will pay for this."
Gareth Thursday January 7th, 1999 2:00:00 PM
After a moment of silence he adds in a very menacing and angry way between clenched teeth " - and he would have made Onrad kill you too, wouldn't he? Over taxes?"
Nonam Thursday January 7th, 1999 2:00:01 PM
Nonam digs a necklace out of his back and hands it to the tavern owner, "This should cover your tax plus any trouble this little incident may cause." Then he turns to Gareth and the others, "I agree with Gareth, but we don't have a lot of information on this. It's your call Onrad. Stay and enjoy the festival, or seek vengeance?"
Teko Thursday January 7th, 1999 2:00:02 PM
Once again, Teko awaits Onrad's response.
Onrad Thursday January 7th, 1999 2:00:03 PM
"I...I don't know. He's powerful. Maybe too much. We might have to harm others that he's uh....taken before we could get to him. I'm still not thinking straight I think. It's up to you my......my friends." A slight look of puzzlement crosses Onrad's face as he said that and then he looks up and shyly grins.
Tiburon Thursday January 7th, 1999 2:00:04 PM
Tiburon walks over to Onrad and says," Are you hurt anywhere? Come sit with us, we'll get something to eat and you can tell us what you remember. We need more info before we deciede on a course of action. " Tiburon leeds Onrad to the table Kat has claimed and sits .
Simon Thursday January 7th, 1999 2:00:05 PM
"I know something of these matters having lived here abouts even though my own town was outside Elgin's control. I know nothing about Elgin possessing people, but I have also never heard of his collectors killing anyone. They have the authority to frighten and seize property in exchange for money owed, but they also do this as a last result. I would say that our friend here hasn't paid his tax in several years to owe so much. Also Elgin does provide for the people of the region. He maintains roads which are not kept by the kingdom, and his troops offer protection from wandering tribes of goblins or anything that ventures out of the monster preserve. I also assume he must be a vassel of the king for surely she must know of his presence, and she allows him control over the region. So anyway, I think that perhaps we should let this matter go."
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