Lucya Wednesday June 2nd, 1999 11:02:59 PM
It seems that you are adventurers of some importance if you are dining with the Gold tonight. If you'll spread the word as to who helped you to all who ask, I'll only charge you a token of the usual donation for such services. If it works 1,000 in gold. If it doesn't, consider it an act of kindness from us to you.
Gareth Wednesday June 2nd, 1999 11:17:59 PM
"OK, do it. I can spend 1000 gp for that. I will be glad to spread the word as to who helped me as well. I will also be glad to make a recommendation to any who need one.". Not being able to resist the temptation, the somewhat proud warrior says "And just so you'll know who we are... We are The Three. Our latest "big" adventure was to help thwart the Dark Lord by successfully infiltrating their south army headquarters. Somehow I think we will be seeing him again."
Tericus Thursday June 3rd, 1999 12:27:59 AM
"Id love some berry tea, Nicar."
Nikar Thursday June 3rd, 1999 4:28:59 AM
::smiles:: Wonderful. This way please. She walks through the wall and disappears.
Lucya Thursday June 3rd, 1999 4:49:59 AM
"Very well then. Please lie down and close your eyes." They once again dance around, chant, sing, and the room once again shakes, rains, and hoots with the sounds of animals. Gareth feels a surge of energy go through him. Then there is a burning sensation in his eyes. Gareth sees in his mind three beautiful women. They murmur as if whispering on the wind as if in a dream. "Is he worrrrrrrthy??? Worrrrrrrrthy??? Neeeeedffful??? Is hhheeeee??? Arre yyouuuuu??? Yessss! Heee issssss. Be wellllllllll. Beware thoughhhhhhh. Much lossssss isssss stillllll to coooooommmme." When all the commotion stops, Lucya says, "Ok, Gareth, may The Sisters bless you with your sight. Open your eyes." When Gareth complies, he can see! Although everything is extremely bright. It hurts because of the brightness.
Gareth Thursday June 3rd, 1999 7:14:59 AM
smiles big. "Thank you for my sight. I heard something - someone said something like much loss is still to come? What does that mean?".
Jus Thursday June 3rd, 1999 1:13:59 PM
Gladly following Nikar, Jus comments to the others, "Make sure to watch your step in the tower, I'd hate for us to get stuck here as swine."
Nonam (catacombs) Thursday June 3rd, 1999 4:38:59 PM
Nonam wonders if Gaston has fallen asleep.
Aeglos Thursday June 3rd, 1999 7:26:59 PM
" Jus, when are we going to see who we came to see? "
Gaston Thursday June 3rd, 1999 10:25:59 PM
"Oh, I see. You desired an answer to that statement. I thought you were just making the statement. Are you wanting to sell this stuff here, then?
Lucya Thursday June 3rd, 1999 10:27:59 PM
"I didn't say anything....who said it Gareth?"
Onrad Thursday June 3rd, 1999 10:28:00 PM
"You can see Gareth? Truly?"
Gareth Thursday June 3rd, 1999 10:55:59 PM
"I saw three beautiful women. They asked if I had need and if I was worthy. They said yes and bid me well but then added that I needed to beware because much loss was still to come - that's pretty much it." Gareth squints at Onrad. "I can see you. It's hard though - everythings so bright."
Nikar Friday June 4th, 1999 7:34:59 AM
"Uh, Jus, are the others coming?" She looks slightly concerned and has a look of one who is appraising things.
tericus Friday June 4th, 1999 11:15:59 PM
"Im coming."
Teko Friday June 4th, 1999 11:37:59 PM
"Let's go."
Aeglos Saturday June 5th, 1999 9:55:59 PM
"yes, lets go."
Jus Saturday June 5th, 1999 11:24:59 PM
"Aeglos, I believe the consensus was to answer the request tomorrow. Today is to experience the hospitality and beauty of the city, and to take the opporunity to equip ourselves for whatever lies in the future."
Nonam (Catacombs) Sunday June 6th, 1999 4:02:59 PM
"I asked if you purchased items as well as sell them. If you do, I'd be interested in what you would give me for the previously stated items."
Gaston of the Catecombs Monday June 7th, 1999 5:38:59 AM
Well, Sir Nonam, I can offer you 15,000 for the Wand of Wonder without asking what changes have occured to it since the magical convergence. It is quite in demand currently. A Ring of the Grasshopper was very rare before the changes, now, who knows? I"ll offer you 7,000gp for it. To be honest, I have not heard of a Wand of Shopping. A year ago that would have troubled me greatly and I would have been sorely embarrassed, however, these days, it happens daily. Tell me about it's powers and I'll see if an offer is appropriate.
Nikar Monday June 7th, 1999 5:44:59 AM
Nikar frowns as if she's listening and says to Jus, "Your friends are of opposing minds regarding your use of time. Perhaps we can get to know one another at a later date when your, ahh,...... compatriots are not so.....demanding. Do you not agree?" She moves to put up the tea a look of disapointment in her manner.
Onrad Monday June 7th, 1999 5:51:59 AM
"Hmm...so you're still not seening normally." To the priests he says, "Thank you. We are at your service. Do you know why this particular result has happpened?"
Lucya Monday June 7th, 1999 5:52:00 AM
"Perhaps he is just getting used to things. Give him a few minutes."
DM Monday June 7th, 1999 5:52:59 AM
After a few more minutes, Gareth's sensitivity lessens and then disappears as he adjusts to the light of The Wold once again.
Gareth Monday June 7th, 1999 7:35:59 AM
"That's much better. So who were those three women and what did they mean when they said to beware?"
Tericus Monday June 7th, 1999 9:03:59 AM
"I didnt mean to offend you, Nikar. Id love to have some tea with you, if i havent offended you too much."
Nonam (catacombs) Monday June 7th, 1999 3:48:59 PM
::Chuckles:: "Not a Wand of Shopping my friend but a Wand of ShoCKing. It produces a small electrical charge about on a par with the Shocking Grasp spell."
Aeglos Tuesday June 8th, 1999 12:43:59 AM
" Yes, Nikar, I apologize as well. I am being impatient, so if you will forgive me, I would love to join you for tea. "
Teko Tuesday June 8th, 1999 4:02:59 AM
Teko, following Nikar, says, "Boo! Nikar, you must watch as well as listen. I was trained by a rather adept thief, and I tread rather lightly. But I am here, and I am ready for tea. I look forward to it and to your hospitality."
Lucya Tuesday June 8th, 1999 4:41:59 AM
Lucya casts a simple Divination spell and then says, "I think, my friend that you are indeed favored. That was The Sisters: Teresalia, Donyra, and Mittiri that spoke to you. Heed their words well. It is not often that the gods deign to speak to men."
Gaston of the Catecombs Tuesday June 8th, 1999 4:46:59 AM
"I'm so sorry, my friend Sir Nonam. I must be getting a touch deaf. A Wand of Shocking. Hmm...I can offer you 7,000 for that. It is quite popular nowadays with the low level players who hope it will manifest new more powerful magics at a later date. So, my friend, is this acceptable or do you have a counter offer?
Nikar the High Mage Tuesday June 8th, 1999 4:51:59 AM
She smiles to herself and returns to the table with the Tea. "So tell me, how fares things in the Big Float? Any sign of the Black Dragons lately? Any moves by the Lords of Diamonds lately? How fare the Red Tigers?"
Onrad Tuesday June 8th, 1999 4:54:59 AM
Onrad's jaw drops at Lucya's words. "No. Our group has suffered enough of late. We must change that fate. He stares hard at Gareth. There will be no more death. I have decided. Come. Let's find our compatriots and tell them of your success."
Nonam Tuesday June 8th, 1999 4:47:59 PM
"So 29,000 for the lot. hmmm. Perhaps you could offer a higher amount in store credit to guarantee that all my money stays with you. 40,000 perhaps."
Gareth Tuesday June 8th, 1999 6:55:59 PM
is taken quite aback by Lucya's words. "Three gods spoke to ME!?! Hmmm. I am also suprised as I don't pay much homage to any of them very often... Perhaps I should think about that some more." Gareth digs into the bag of holding he carries and begins to pull out the gold and give it to the priestesses of the temple. Once completed he looks at the ladies and says "You have really helped me. Thank you. I will not forget it - and I hope I may be of service to you one day as well.". He turns and says "Lets go find the others. Do we have the time to go sword and armor shopping?"
Tericus Wednesday June 9th, 1999 12:18:59 AM
"Im sorry, i dont have any news on those groups. But what about you? How did you become the high mage, Nikar? Im sure that is quite a story in itself."
Teko Wednesday June 9th, 1999 4:20:59 AM
Teko listens while enjoying his tea.
Gaston of the Catecombs Wednesday June 9th, 1999 12:53:59 PM
"No, I'm sorry, sir. I'm not authorized to make such exclusivity contracts. I can, however, increase my offer a bit I think in the name of cooperation and friendship. How does an even 30,000 sound? Very fair, I think, as each offer by itself was generous."
Nikar of Star Tower Wednesday June 9th, 1999 1:15:59 PM
"No, actually it's more of a tradgedy. Shortly after Claudia's death last year, my predecessor, Shafbaffum, a very experienced mage and the most powerful on The Wold at the time, served in this capacity. He was here in the tower studying the Ascension Ring of Water the Gold Dragons had recovered and was beginning to have some success. True, it was draining his resistance and perhaps a little of his sanity to keep forcing his will onto the ring without it taking over his conscious acts, but he was learning much about the makeup, history, purposes and capabilities of the single ring and the 4 rings as a whole. Without warning, Star Tower was attacked from the sewers below by a highly trained Sahuagin Strike Force. The Gold Dragons arrived, but too late. The Sahuagin and the Arch-mage were gone never to be seen again. Nothing has been heard of that ring or of the Arch-mage for more than a year now. During this time, I had been working on the usual stuff in my warehouse lab in the Big Float. About a month after his disappearance, I received a summons from Sturtavent and the Council of Mages and came here to this post. And this is the first moment to stop and relax I've had since." She takes a final drought of her tea and sets down her empty cup. "I understand you are to dine with the Gold Dragons tonight. Congratulations. That is no mean feat. You must be special indeed. They have not gathered together as a....whole group, since the Shafbaffum incident over a year ago. I wonder how many of them will actually meet with you tonight." She eyes the party and then suddenly laughs. "Oh, this will never do! Mycroft will have my head. Have you anything to wear to the banquet besides your riding and adventuring clothes? No? Then you must hurry and get some. If it was up to Valdor or Mordred, you could show up in a loincloth, but Mycroft insists on everyone dressing for dinner." She scribbles something on a piece of paper and puts her seal on it. "Here, take this to Von der Boore's in the Open Palm Market. He'll fix you up. Probably make you take a bath though." She gets a faraway look for a second and actually giggles. "Tell him it's a dinner at the Gold Dragon Castle and he'll take it from there. Also tell him to charge it to the GD Castle. If they want you dressed for the occasion, they can very well pay for it. At least that's what I always do and no one has complained yet." It's been wonderful chatting with you and sharing tea. "Oh, is there something you came seeking here at the tower?"
Nonam Wednesday June 9th, 1999 5:24:59 PM
Nonam, "Well, I'd hoped for a little more. You were of course my first choice, and I haven't checked to see what anyone else would offer. I suppose it would be foolish of me not to check around... I do want a staff though, and I'm sure your selection is best. So I'll return soon. It was good to meet you, Gaston." Nonam gets up to leave. He stands outside waiting for his companions to come back by and his thoughts turn to the magic items. "Wand of Wonder... no definitely has to go. My magic's unpredictable enough as is. Ring of the Grasshopper... had it for over a year and still haven't used it. Flying's better than jumping. It gets to go. Wand of Shocking. Hmm, it's proved useful in the past. But I need more powerful magic now. If only it would manifest some other powers like Gaston was saying..." He takes the wand out and studies it as he continues waiting. "It does have a nice comfortable feel to it... maybe I'll wait a bit on this one and see what happens."
Gareth Wednesday June 9th, 1999 6:25:59 PM
After any farewells and parting words from Lucya Gareth excitedly leaves and begins ot looks around for the first time. As he wonders around a bit like a kid in a candy store he says "Wow! This place is really neat. He begins to walk toward Star Tower without thinking then stops "Onrad, I think this is the way to Star Tower. Don't know why... it just 'feels' right. Am I close?"
DM Thursday June 10th, 1999 9:02:59 PM
suddenly carrages pull up in front of everyone. The drivers all step down and repeat the same thing. "Mycroft has sent us to find you, you need to be dressed for dinner." With that the hold the carrage doors open waiting.
Aeglos Thursday June 10th, 1999 11:08:59 PM
" My, this is excellent tea. "
Gareth Friday June 11th, 1999 12:20:59 AM
looks at Onrad then back to the cabbie. "Who's Mycroft? We're eating with the Gold Dragons tonight. Mycroft will have to wait."
Tericus Friday June 11th, 1999 1:51:59 AM
"I agree. this is the best tea ive ever had. Bu t the real reason we came is that our friend Gareth eyesight is lost, and the high priests at the 3 sisters temple thinks its mage magic in nature, not priestly magic. we came to get some advice on the subject from you."
Teko Friday June 11th, 1999 5:58:59 AM
Teko looks up from his tea and interjects. "Yes, Onrad fell in combat. He was preserved and raised through wizardly means. Gareth carried Onrad's life-force until the proper ceremony could be performed. In that ceremony, Gareth lost his vision. It has been very difficult to heal."
Jus Friday June 11th, 1999 6:39:59 AM
"I had hoped for a tour of the Tower; I'd love to tell my old friend, Libome, about it. Tea with you and enjoying your company will be news enough."
Nonam Sunday June 13th, 1999 4:53:59 PM
Wand still in hand, Nonam shrugs his shoulders and hops in the carriage.
Aeglos Sunday June 13th, 1999 9:26:59 PM
continues sipping his tea.
Teko Monday June 14th, 1999 3:37:59 AM
"Perhaps we could take a tour on a later date? I'd very much like to see more of this place. It's wonderful!"
DM Monday June 14th, 1999 3:53:59 AM
Wherever you are right now you begin to feel that old familiar pull of telaportation. Suddenly the party finds themselves all standing in front of a very frightened looking older mage. He speaks to someone behind him. "There Sir Mycroft, they are all here now is this acceptable?" A deep silken voice speaks from behind the frightened mage. "Yes thank you Falderall, that will do nicely, your sentence has just been reduced to 12 months instead of years, remember do not try to bribe my officials with out my authority again." With that the dark figure comes into view. It is the gold dragon Mycroft. He bows deeply to the party and begins to apologies. "My friends, I am soo sorry for the way I had to pull you all here but I was afraid my messages were not getting through.(see out of character page) This evenings dinner will be a bit of an auspicious occasion and it is imperative that we find you suitable attire at once. Everyone will be there."
Nonam Monday June 14th, 1999 5:10:59 PM
"I don't really feel like buying special clothes just for a dinner."
Gareth Monday June 14th, 1999 6:23:59 PM
As Gareth appears in the new locale Gareth begins to draw his sword. When he sees no apparent danger he refrains. He thinks to himself "Who is this Mycroft guy?..." Out loud he says "I take it you are one of the Gold Dragons? Sorry for my defensive posture, most of the time when something like that happens there's someone we don't want to see on the other side. What's all this concern over clothing I keep hearing about? This is really an honor for us, but why is it such a big deal for you guys?"
Jus Monday June 14th, 1999 10:47:59 PM
As soon as Mycroft began talking of dinner clothing, Jus dropped his pack. "Honestly guys, I would love to have a decent bath and get some nice clothes. If the Gold Dragons were kind enough to take time out to see us, we should at least show them some honor through the way we dress."
Aeglos Tuesday June 15th, 1999 12:32:59 AM
I am so confused right now, I am just glad we are all together again.
Teko Tuesday June 15th, 1999 3:46:59 AM
"Just take this, Nonam, as a return to the days of childhood, when your mother insisted that you come to the dinner table clean, and dressed so-so, and...well, you know what I mean." Teko bows to Mycroft, "Thank you so very much, sir, for having us here. It IS a great honor. Please show us the way to the basins and baths and clothes. And, by all means, if it isn't too much trouble, could you tell us what will be on the menu this evening?"
Nonam Tuesday June 15th, 1999 9:30:59 AM
"Mother? Huh, that would probably have made growing up a little different."
Tericus Tuesday June 15th, 1999 4:30:59 PM
"Is this how the Gold Dragons usually invite guests to dinner?"
Teko Tuesday June 15th, 1999 8:51:59 PM
"Ah, there is no gift greater than a mother. Nonam, I'm sorry that you were not blessed with that gift. Now, as for being raised by a father, that was a blessing I had to forego. But not for much longer, perhaps..."
Mycroft Wednesday June 16th, 1999 8:27:59 AM
As Mycroft looks around at all the people and all their scatterd conversations he wispers to himself "Is that how focused we were before we became gold dragons?" Then out loud he says. "I understand that you are not used to such methods or invitations but the most powerful people in the relm will be at this dinner tonight and I just thought you would like to look your best. And when I say the most powerful people, that is not a flatering title. Now if you would like a bath than please go throughtr the golden doors to my left and if you would like to go straight to the taylor follow me. With that he starts to head off down a hall.
Jus Wednesday June 16th, 1999 11:18:59 AM
Glad for the chance to get the thick layers of dirt off, Jus heads straight for the baths without hesitation.
Tericus Wednesday June 16th, 1999 12:03:59 PM
"I think a bath would be most pleasent right now."
Nonam Wednesday June 16th, 1999 4:02:59 PM
"A bath it is."
Gareth Wednesday June 16th, 1999 6:19:59 PM
starts to follow Mycroft but seeing the others concerned about dirt he decides to go toward the bath. "Never had much use for baths - waste of good water at our farm. We would rather use it on the crops. We'll be over in a minute to get the clothes."
Aeglos Friday June 18th, 1999 1:43:59 AM
heads towards the bath area
Teko Friday June 18th, 1999 5:24:59 AM
As Teko heads for the bath, he asks, "Do you have any waterfalls behind those golden doors? I've bathed many times in a waterfall. It's very invigorating. I can highly recommend it."
Onrad Monday June 21st, 1999 5:31:59 AM
Thinking this Mycroft fellow very arrogant, he leans towards Nonam and whispers where no one else can hear, "If I ever get that arrogant or conceited, do what you have to do bring it to my notice. Holy Lem' what an ego!"
Mycroft Monday June 21st, 1999 5:36:59 AM
Ahh, everyone wants baths first then. Good. With your permission, I'll call for a tailor for after your baths. Sorry, Teko, we don't have a waterfall, but that's a wonderful idea. We'll have to talk later about installing one. I keep forgetting you guys are from The Floating City and have experienced the baths there.
Valdor Monday June 21st, 1999 5:43:59 AM
A huge specimen of manhood emerges from the golden doors leading to the baths. He is nude and flaunting it. He has a huge grin with a full set of white teeth. "Greetings fellows. I'm Valdor. The bath is hot. No babes to make you more comfortable, though. We'll talk later. Enjoy! There's a sauna beyond the bath, and soaps and drying robes in the closet between the two." He then turns to Mycroft and his grin grows twice as large. "Mycroft my friend! How's it hang....how's it goin'!" Valdor gives Mycroft a huge naked hug.
Mycroft Monday June 21st, 1999 5:44:59 AM
Mycroft looks very embarrassed for a moment. Then looking at his ruined velvet suit, he recovers and says, "Welcome home Valdor. Get some clothes on."
Valdor Monday June 21st, 1999 5:47:59 AM
"Of course, it would be rude to walk around nude. Hey that rhymed!" After repeating his little ditty several times and walking away to his chambers still nude, he shouts back down the corridor, "Welcome to Gold Dragon Castle Gentlemen! Haaaa Haaa!"
Mycroft Monday June 21st, 1999 5:51:59 AM
"I'll return when the tailor arrives. If you need anything just yell. We have a great new staff. Your rooms are prepared. Let us know if you need to send for any supplies or mounts that are elsewhere. Dinner is one hour after sunset."
Nonam Monday June 21st, 1999 3:36:59 PM
"So these are the famous Gold Dragons. How about that?" He heads off to the baths.
Tericus Monday June 21st, 1999 5:03:59 PM
"I didnt know Valdor was suck a free spirit. Which bath is mine?"
Gareth Monday June 21st, 1999 7:32:59 PM
smiles as he sees Valdor not sure if he really wants to prance around nude. "Mycroft, we DO need to send for our wagon. I was blind when we entered the city so I am unsure where it is located." He looks to the other guys and says "Where's the wagon?". Once resolved Gareth casually walks off to the showers - feeling as if this is a place for warriors.
Aeglos Monday June 21st, 1999 8:28:59 PM
finishes bathing and dons a towel as he waits for the tailor.
Onrad Tuesday June 22nd, 1999 4:39:59 AM
Onrad goes to one of the closets and gets a robe towel. He then sits and soaks in the bath on the far end.
DM Tuesday June 22nd, 1999 4:48:59 AM
The bath is a huge affair with a super-heated bowl shaped pool with steps leading down on all sides. Those who linger are rewarded with some light wine and cheese. After a time, a huge giant of a man emerges from the suana singing offkey. #I'm big, I'm big, ya know, I'm big.# Greetings! I'm Raven! This is my friend Trull." He points to a purple rat running up his rather large arm to his shoulder and down the other side. Welcome to our home! Don't worry, it's plenty large for everyone! And lots of food! Large piles of it! Can't wait...it's going to be a giant evening! It's simply large of you to come. Truly. Coming Oddy?" he says to a smallish figure behind him.
Oddyseus Tuesday June 22nd, 1999 4:51:59 AM
The smallish figure pops Raven with a towel with such precision that it leaves a 6 inch welt. "You fool! I told you not to call me that! Next time, I'll have blood!" Then he sees the party and mutters something unintelligible slipping out quickly as a shadow." (Thieves recognize a handsign of acknowledgment.)
DM Tuesday June 22nd, 1999 5:00:59 AM
Those of you who bathe quickly find your individual rooms and are also offered snaks of fruit and some strong Fruit Fly Tea. Manfred, the Head of Staff comes by and introduces himself to you and offers to send "the twins" whoever they are to get your wagon etc. and have it brought to the castle. The time seems to pass entirely too slow as the lazy afternoon continues.
Jus Tuesday June 22nd, 1999 5:22:59 AM
"This sure is a far way from those Chimera's! Things can't get much better, can they!" Jus enjoys the bath, making sure to get all the blood and grime out of his hair. "Hey Onrad, were your brothers as, ummm, free as the Gold Dragons in their house? Mine would've been sent to clean the stables if they walked around in the buff."
Onrad Tuesday June 22nd, 1999 5:49:59 PM
"Of course not! But then we had individual baths in our chambers. The old metal tub thing with the scrub brush. And the old wolf-nanny looking for scrub marks when we got out! Most people say they would like to relive their childhood years and be young again. Bah!! These are the good times!"
Tericus Tuesday June 22nd, 1999 5:57:59 PM
"I wonder if the other gold dragons are here. All the fellows back home will be extremely jealous when they find out where ive been! I am tired of walking around in a towel, though. i wonder what kind of clothing we will all get.
Gareth Tuesday June 22nd, 1999 7:05:59 PM
enjoys the baths but soon tires of it. He gets out and goes to his room. He greets Manfred and asks to be summoned when the taylor is ready.
Teko Wednesday June 23rd, 1999 2:25:59 AM
Teko scrubs thoroughly, but quickly, and a bit more discreetly than Valdor. While he has the chance, he treats his beard with special care, trimming it up a bit. "This is wonderful, but I think I could get spoiled rather quickly." He moves on to the tailor.
Nonam Wednesday June 23rd, 1999 4:41:59 AM
Nonam looks at the cheese offered before the bath and asks, "Are you nuts? You shouldn't eat before getting in the water. You'll cramp up!... Nevertheless, that stuff looks good. I'll try it when I get out."
Manfred Wednesday June 23rd, 1999 6:03:59 AM
Manfred comes to get the group of you and directs you to a sunny corner room where a man dressed in a neat ruffled shirt standing staring out the window as if looking for inspiration.
Von der Boore Wednesday June 23rd, 1999 6:04:59 AM
After a few moments, he spins and says, "Line up! I haven't much time! I've others to tend to at my establishment and I must return before they finish bathing! Hands out at your sides, there! Humph! Potential here, but...Ah! He quickly begins taking measurements and calling them out commanding Manfred to write them down which he does. Then within moments, he says, "There. Good.!" and without a word rushes out the door.
Manfred Wednesday June 23rd, 1999 6:12:59 AM
"Gentlepersons, I'll bring your garments to you when they are ready. There is a library down on the 2nd floor if you'd like to read or relax there. The North Tower is open if you'd like to climb it and enjoy the view. I'll be glad to send your..a...usual garments out to be cleaned or stiched if you would like. We also have a swordsmith hired for the afternoon since Valdor and Mordred wish their weapons honed and polished. So if any of you would like your weapons tended to, we'd be happy to tend to that need. Uh, where was that wagon again?"
Gareth Wednesday June 23rd, 1999 6:52:59 PM
smiles at the idea of getting his weapon honed. He takes it to the swordsmith and watches him as he works - trying to learn. "Anyone who works on Valdor's sword must be good" he muses. He also takes a look at Valdor's sword - just to see it... After a while he gets bored and races up the north tower to look at the city. "Finally! I get to see it."
Onrad Wednesday June 23rd, 1999 8:34:59 PM
Onrad lazily heads towards the library and begins to look up books on dexterity and tumbling. He settles himself in with some of the coffee and the books and a huge leather backed chair and finds contentment.
Nonam Wednesday June 23rd, 1999 11:16:59 PM
Nonam declines the offer to have his old clothes cleaned and puts them back on so as not to roam about like Valdor. Then he heads down to the library with Onrad. He starts rumaging about looking for spells. Failing that he looks for something about the Gold Dragons thinking thata surely they must have something about themselves that he could bring up in dinner.
Aeglos Wednesday June 23rd, 1999 11:46:59 PM
Puts on his clean but old clothes amd wnders around in the library.
Tericus Thursday June 24th, 1999 3:26:59 AM
puts on his freshly cleaned robe and heads to the library. finds some books on flute playing and tries to learn new songs to play on the road
Teko Thursday June 24th, 1999 3:36:59 AM
"Thanks very much, Manfred. Here are my old garments. Thanks very much for seeing to them. And thank you for your hospitality." Teko heads straightaway to the library and has a good look around, sampling pages here and there, to get an idea of the range of topics available.
DM Thursday June 24th, 1999 5:06:59 AM
Both Onrad and Nonam find plenty to read about in the subjects of Dexterity and The Gold Dragons. Although it's easy to see that only common knowledge is included in this library. (No details included here, though. I figure that JK knows enough to roleplay knowledge of the GDs.) No spellsbooks are present, although there are multiple books concerning magic even books about other spellbooks. Tericus finds some books on music and composing, but nothing about the playing of the flute in specific. He does find some songs he can try to learn to play. Teko finds that the books tend to be books that would specifically interest one of the Gold Dragons and most of them have the name of the GD that owns them on the inside cover. Some of them have locations found and even some dates.
Nonam Thursday June 24th, 1999 3:46:59 PM
Nonam reads a bit about the GDs and various magical theories. He then looks for something about legendary treasures that have never been found.
Gareth Thursday June 24th, 1999 4:36:59 PM
still wonders what Valdor's sword looks like and if he learned anything from watching the swordsmith. AND ... the view from the north tower..... :)
Onrad Thursday June 24th, 1999 7:46:59 PM
Onrad grins as Nonam begins looking for treasure. "Feeling a little poor in these surroundings are we? I agree. If these guys can do it we can. I'ts just a matter of a decision followed by lots of narrow escapes." Onrad closes his eyes half calculating and half dreaming for awhile. When he opens his eyes, he begins reading where Nonam left off about the Gold Dragons and their exploits.
Jus Thursday June 24th, 1999 11:36:59 PM
Jus goes up to enjoy the views of a city again. The quiet times come seldom, he's going to enjoy them when they do.
Tericus Friday June 25th, 1999 1:36:59 AM
goes to a far corner in the library, so as not to disturb anyone, and begins playing some of the various songs he has found.
Rosco Friday June 25th, 1999 5:16:59 AM
A young man walks into the library and looks around and smiles, "I'm glad to see you have made yourselves at home. It's good to see some of you again. Uh, I mean it's good to see those of you I've seen before again....Uh, I've spent way too much time in my lab today. Sorry, when things don't go right, it frustrates me. I shut down my experiments a bit early it seems and now I have some time to waste....same as you I guess. So what have "The Three" of you been up to lately?"
Mycroft Friday June 25th, 1999 5:56:59 PM
Mycroft suddenly speaks from right behind the warrior, "Enjoying the view? If you meet any ladies while you're in town, I highly suggest that you bring them up here. It's amazing the wonders a romantic view from Gold Dragon castle will do." The man doesn't look like much of a hero to Gareth. He's all decked out in finery and jewels, and he only wears a single narrow blade. But from his observations throughout their meetings, he sees that this elf moves with a grace most men lack. He's probably a master of that tiny looking sword.
Aeglos Friday June 25th, 1999 8:36:59 PM
Standing near some books, Aeglos scnas the entire room listening to each conversation. In the back of his mind, wondering what Patrark is doing right now.
Onrad Sunday June 27th, 1999 5:26:59 PM
"Well met Rossco and Mycroft. I have a question. I'm looking here through your exploits looking for legends of great treasures. We sure could benefit from one about now. There are lots of things we need to become more effective as a group and that takes gold. Anything or anyplace you'd like to share with us?" He eyes their faces closely watching for a response.
Aeglos Sunday June 27th, 1999 8:26:59 PM
Shakes his head quietly laughing at the request for gold.
Jus Sunday June 27th, 1999 10:16:59 PM
Jus, a little homesick from seeing the view, wanders back down to the library to see what everyone else is doing.
Gareth Sunday June 27th, 1999 10:26:59 PM
scoffs a bit - "No woman would accompany me here - unless she wanted me to do something for her.". Turning and looking at Mycroft Gareth changes his tone. "It's beautiful from up here. So now I've met Mycroft. I've met Valdor and Roscoe before - and Marlowe... but that's it - I think. I'm looking forward to meeting all the great adventurers from your group. I've heard some about the great Gold Dragons - I'm wondering why you have decided to grant us an audience. Anything you care to share?"
Tericus Monday June 28th, 1999 1:46:59 AM
walks up to Mycroft, "Yes, when do we get to meet the other gold dragons? Id love to here the stories they are sure to have!"
Teko Monday June 28th, 1999 3:56:59 AM
"And, Mycroft, while we are making requests," Teko says, still holding an open book, "I have one magic item that I would like to trade for another. If you have any extra interesting items lying about..."
Rossco Monday June 28th, 1999 7:46:59 AM
"Nothing I'd like to share right now, Onrad." He grins a sly grin filled with age and experience, even though he wears a young face.....too young. "What about you, Mycroft? Any treasure rumors you want to share?" His grin gets bigger.
Mycroft Monday June 28th, 1999 4:56:59 PM
Mycroft who is in the north tower with Gareth ignores the questions posed by those in the library and answers Gareth, "You'll learn about why you were called here at dinner. And don't look down so much on yourself where the ladies are concerned. Now listen to me well. Valdor may know about killing dragons and Joe may know a lot about magic, but I know about girls. Now then, you are in great physical shape and are becoming something of a hero. I don't know how much treasure you guys have found, but it's more than most people have. I wager you'll find that there are lots of ladies that would adore you. I've even seen a few pretty girls come on to Marlowe." He laughs at that and continues, "I'd recommend flaunting your wealth a little and show off some more. Wear some fancy clothes, bathe every day that you're in the city, and you might even try a little perfume. All that would make a difference I assure you. I know it's probably not what you're used to. You probably still think of yourself as a simple man and want to avoid such pretension, but you are a hero and a legend. It's part of what you are. You might as well flaunt it. Why do you think Valdor walks around in a loincloth? You need to pick some type of exaggerated style that will make people remember you and notice when they see you."
Nonam Monday June 28th, 1999 4:57:00 PM
Nonam, hair becoming a bit rid, looks up from his book and casts an evil looking glance around the library. He mutters something about this being a place of study and not a parlor. Then he goes back to reading through his books.
Onrad Monday June 28th, 1999 5:06:59 PM
Onrad getting the answer he expected, but not the one he wanted, goes back to reading. He constantly interrupts Nonam as he finds interesting places to investigate all of which have rumored treasure. "Yaknow, everywhere we go, except for the last trip, was somewhere someone wanted us to go to do something that someone wanted us to do. We have to help when asked of course, but it seems to me that sometimes you just have to slip out of town quickly before someone asks you to save someone or find something important and go after something that the group finds of interest."
Gareth Monday June 28th, 1999 7:06:59 PM
listens to Mycroft's words with interest. "Women, liking me... Now THAT would be a change - and a welcome one! Flaunting is something I've never been any good at. I'll give it a try anyway." The warrior's visage darkens and looks troubled a bit as he continues. "You seem very wise. I wonder if I could ask you another question. Being popular and all, how do you deal with your families? Like your mother and father - brothers and sisters? I left my family for a time so I could help them get out of their farming life in the lower plateau. I don't know the best thing to do. I could return but then everyone would know where they are. I could send them money but it would probably be taken from them by the self-proclaimed 'overlords' if it actualy made it to them at all. Have you had to deal with that? What did you do?"
Jus Monday June 28th, 1999 11:36:59 PM
Jus begins sifting through the books, checking the writing styles and copying excerpts of interesting handwriting.
Aeglos Tuesday June 29th, 1999 1:46:59 AM
Aeglos walks around the library looking for poetry authored by actual dragons.
Teko Tuesday June 29th, 1999 2:06:59 AM
Teko looks for something good to drink while he waits for dinner, muttering, "All this reading makes me thirsty."
Manfred Tuesday June 29th, 1999 8:56:59 AM
Aeglos finds nothing on that obscure topic. Almost before the words leave Teko's mouth, Manfred brings a decanter of wine with come crystal glasses. "Gentlemen, your clothes are ready." He goes to the tower and says the same thing in exactly the same tone.
Mycroft Tuesday June 29th, 1999 9:06:59 AM
"Wise? Me? I don't get that one very often. Brave. Strong. Charming. Quick. Witty. I get all of those. Not very often with wise though, and I'm afraid I can't offer much help with family. My parents were killed years ago." Manfred arrives and Mycroft breaks the conversation off, "It was good speaking to you, but it looks like you're needed elsewhere. I'll see you at dinner."
DM Tuesday June 29th, 1999 9:46:59 AM
As each of you return to your rooms, you find that your new clothes are laid out for you. They are extremely colorful and gaudy, yet extremely comfortable as well. The latest styles are very frilly with lots of lace mixed with fine leathers along with floppy hats and feathers. Gareth gets bright red pantaloons with black leggings, and a frilly scarlet red long sleaved shirt topped off with a floopy black felt hat. Jus is dressed in a turquoise colored tightly cut pair of pants with huge flairs and ruffles below the knee. He has a matching dark blue cane with a large blue onyx stone as the handle. A light blue satin shirt with lots of frills is worn beneath a pale pink surcoat with tails. His outfit is topped off with a cap adorned with small pink moons and a matching blue onyx over the forehead. Nonam is dressed in golden undergarments under a yellow and red robe enlayed with gold and mithril. He has soft yellow leather sandals with a yellow diamond on top. This is topped off with a very tall pointed hat with pointed stars all over it that magically move and shift. This shifting slows and speeds up depending on the color of his hair. Onrad is dressed in the exact same colors as onrad. His legging are yellow with red pantaloons. His shirt is yellow with red trim. The buttons are actual rubies. His hat is a red floppy three pointed affair with hanging tassles. He gets red boots that curl up at the end with tassles hanging from them as well. Teko's robe is made of silk and its colors are complicated and changing forms of dark red, purple, and blue. The robe scintillates changing subtly everytime one looks away from it lending an air of mystery to him. His hat is also a complicated affair having a wide brim with the hat narrowing and looping around and around many times going up and up to a top a full 3 feet above his head with a huge ball hanging from it. Aeglos is dressed in contrasting white and black leathers in an outfit that looks very functional as well as stylish. His shirt is a striped silk black and white affair with lots of frills and a neat set of suspenders. He also has a cane carved from ebony wood topped with a dragon's head for a handle. He is also given a diamond bracelet with adamantite charms hanging from it of each holy symbol of the Gods of Wold. Tericus's outfit is a open green robe that is very long in the back similar to a tail covered with musical symbols. This covers over red breeches and a darker red shirt and vest topped off with a floopy green hat and boots which are curved to a point that has tassles hanging from them. You are left to dress. Manfred tells you that he'll summon you when it is time to move to the banquet room.
Tericus Tuesday June 29th, 1999 5:16:59 PM
"I love this robe!" he exclames as he views himself in the mirror "But the hat is a little much>" he mutters to himself as he leaves the hat on the bed
Nonam Tuesday June 29th, 1999 7:06:59 PM
"Gods! Gold underwear! It's a bit much." Nonam takes the hat and leaves the rest on the bed. He starts to walk out in his old robe but then he decides he may as well do as expected, and he walks back and puts on the new outfit. He looks at himself in the mirror and laughs, hair and hat turning a shade of blue. He stuffs his wand of shocking in his sash, slips on his old shoes, and heads out to see what everyone else got.
Gareth Tuesday June 29th, 1999 7:16:59 PM
dons his clothes and straps his sword to his side - just like Mycroft had... (Assuming the swordsmith was finished.)
Aeglos Tuesday June 29th, 1999 11:36:59 PM
Aeglos admires his outfit. " It is perfect. I especially like the dragon-headed cane."
Teko Wednesday June 30th, 1999 3:46:59 AM
With an enormous smile, Teko exclaims, "Now this is style! In a grand way! Ha, I haven't felt this festive in years!"
Onrad Wednesday June 30th, 1999 7:16:59 AM
Looks at Nonam, "Oh gods. You look horrible," ignoring how his costume is a bit over the top as well. After a few moments of fighting to keep his face serious, he falls back into a chair and laughs and laughs and laughs.
Manfred Wednesday June 30th, 1999 7:17:00 AM
"If you would all gather in the hallway, I'll take you downstairs in a few moments." He bows and hurries downstairs to answer the door.
Jus Wednesday June 30th, 1999 7:46:59 AM
"This is great! I wonder if we get to keep these!" Seeing Onrad after he has doned his costume, Jus tries not to laugh -- failing miserably. "Ummm, [chuckle] are you going to provide the entertainment tonight Onrad?"
Onrad Wednesday June 30th, 1999 4:16:59 PM
Onrad picks a feather off of Jus' costume and comically brushes it over Jus' nose and in his best nobleman's accent (which sounds english) says, "Of course my lad. Every gentlemen(slurs the words)knows how to entertain the other guests. It's (now sounding southern) you gits invited to these hare gatherins." He hold his chin up high and appears to groom in an imaginary mirror.
Nonam Wednesday June 30th, 1999 4:36:59 PM
"Boy oh boy. This is going to be a long night."
Gareth Wednesday June 30th, 1999 8:56:59 PM
Hearing all the racket outside Gareth joins the others and waits to be summoned. He shakes his head at all the antics. "This should REALLY be fun. I'm still wondering what these guys want though, I doubt they just want to visit."
Teko Wednesday June 30th, 1999 11:56:59 PM
"Perhaps we'll get to save the world. Or maybe something better? We'll soon find out."
Aeglos Thursday July 1st, 1999 12:06:59 AM
Waits in the hallway.
Tericus Thursday July 1st, 1999 1:46:59 AM
walks into the hallway "Can we save the world dressed like this?"
Denisa Thursday July 1st, 1999 8:26:59 AM
A pretty teen in a maid's outfit comes bouncing up the stairs. "Hi! I"m Denisa. Everyone showed up at the same time and Manfred's answering the door and didn't want to keep you waiting any longer. If you'll come with me please we'll go down to the banquet room." She looks at Jus and blushes crimson. "Oh, holy Caeroldra, you're pretty." She bats her eyes and spins skipping down the stairs. Once at the bottom, she pauses and says, "We should walk slow now so that the other group can arrive first. At least that's what Mycroft said." She grins unabashed. "He said he flay the skin off my....[gulp] he said he'd get me good if I went too fast, uh, I mean if you guys got their first." She thinks for a second and then says, "Walk this way please." She heads off down a side passage.
Tericus Thursday July 1st, 1999 10:16:59 AM
follows Denisa and askes her "You dont think they will be mad that i left my hat in my room?"
Nonam Thursday July 1st, 1999 4:06:59 PM
Following along, "Well I'm not wearing those damnable yellow sandals. I don't see why you should need to wear that silly hat."
Onrad Thursday July 1st, 1999 7:36:59 PM
Sides up to Jus and whispers, "Hey Jus, methinks she has a thing for elves, no?" Then out loud he says, "Denisa have you met everyone?" He introduces everyone simply except Jus. "And this young elffriend is Sir Jus!" Then he gently pushes Jus forward towards Denise.
Jus Thursday July 1st, 1999 10:16:59 PM
Slightly embarassed himself, Jus bows low to hide the momentary flush of his face, "I'm pleased to meet such a lovely lady." He lightly kisses her hand for an extra touch. "By chance, do you know why we have been invited here? And what others should we be expecting?"
Denisa Friday July 2nd, 1999 5:36:59 AM
::blushes even deeper bowing her head in a very cute gesture:: "My Lord!" After a few seconds though she is her usual perky self and takes Jus' arm leading the party around to the entrance to the Throne Room. "The throne room will serve as the banquet room for this evening. There are too many guests to eat in the dining room, I'm afraid. It's very exciting! The gold dragons are together tonight for the first time in over a year! And there's this group from The Emerald Kingdom that helped Joe and Grey recently. I hear they've had truly hard lives. I feel sorry for them. Anyway here we are!" She points to a huge set of double doors. She pokes her head inside and instantly Manfred comes out.
Manfred Friday July 2nd, 1999 5:46:59 AM
Ahh are we all here then? Marvelous! He opens the doors with a flourish and announces, "May I now present The Three!" The room beyond is simply grand. With everything enlaid with gold, it literally glitters. A "U" shaped set of tables with white tablecloths trimmed in gold is set in the center of the room. There are chairs set around the outside of the U with several stacked in the center so that anyone who wants to can pull up a chair across from the person they wish to talk to. There are several golden table chandeliers and the plates are of the finest china. The goblets are of a strange kind of golden crystal. As you enter, you notice that the group Denisa mentioned from the Emerald Kingdom is present having just entered themselves and are seating themselves on the right side of the U. Manfred motions you to the left side across from them. "You may be seated at your convenience, Sirs."
DM Friday July 2nd, 1999 5:47:00 AM
(The banquet will take place on the Game 3: The Emerald Kingdom's board. You are invited to be guests there for the duration of the banquet. All posting will be done on that board until further notice. Let me state that in reverse for those of you that are dyslexic: there will be no more posting here until further notice. All posts will be done on the Emerald Kingdom board for the nonce. Let the gathering of The Throng commence!) [Inserted for the archives]
Manfred Friday July 2nd, 1999 5:49:59 AM
A maid appears shortly peering through the great doors to the Banquet Room and motioning for Manfred. He leaves for just a moment and then he opens the doors again with a flourish and announces, "May I now present The Three!" The banquet room is simply grand. With everything inlaid with gold, it literally glitters. A "U" shaped set of tables with white tablecloths trimmed in gold is set in the center of the room. There are chairs set around the outside of the U with several stacked in the center so that anyone who wants to can pull up a chair across from the person they wish to talk to. There are several golden table chandeliers and the plates are of the finest china. The goblets are of a strange kind of golden crystal. Manfred motions them to the left side of the U shaped set of tables across from The Emerald Kingdom group. "You may be seated at your convenience, Sirs."
Nonam Friday July 2nd, 1999 6:33:59 PM
A young, extremely odd wizard enters. Though it takes a moment for most of you to notice, his shadow falls in the opposite direction of what it should. More quickly you notice that his hair is bright blue. He's dressed in a yellow and red robe enlayed with gold and mithril. This is topped off with a very tall pointed hat with pointed stars all over it that magically move and shift. Yet he's wearing a pair of old looking boots. He walks in and finds his place, "So they made you guys dress up like circus performers too, I see. Here's hoping none of you had to put on gold underwear. I'm Nonam Firstorlast." Nonam grabs his chair and pulls it back to sit down. When he lets go, there is a glowing hand print. He doesn't seem to notice it, and it quickly fades as he sits down.
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