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.
Aeglos Friday July 2nd, 1999 10:23:59 PM
An elven male walks in, 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 wearing a diamond bracelet with adamantite charms hanging from it of each holy symbol of the Gods of Wold. " So, what now ? "
Ingrge Saturday July 3rd, 1999 6:07:59 AM
Across from Nonan sits a dour looking woods elf in orange and white striped pantaloons and a red frilly shirt. An ostrich plume adorned red hat sits on the table the feather towering over the elf. " Hmmph" ::looking at the newcomers:: to Nonan, " At least we were not the only ones dressed as fruit salads" My name is Ingrge Nightseer, of the Emerald Forest Misfits.
Olana Saturday July 3rd, 1999 8:38:59 AM
Olana grins broadly on seeing K'nara, and gives her a warm hug after being pulled over there by a wild Shad. "Thank goodness, you're alright," she says. As The Three are announced she stands straight and smiles, albeit a little nervously,at the wizard, and then the elf. Biting her lip and glancing around, she takes a seat. This was all too grand.
Shadrach Saturday July 3rd, 1999 8:43:59 AM
Shad returned to pull out Olana's chair and seat himself afterwards. He forgot to remove his green hat with the blue ostrich plume that matched his green fancypants. He got a worried look on his face. "We should introduce ourselves before the oncoming disaster occurs. After such joy, it is inevitable. My name is Shadrach, servant of Donyra, a Misfit."
Tericus Saturday July 3rd, 1999 4:45:59 PM
a young looking human male walks in behind Aeglos. He is dressed in an open green robe with musical symbols all over it. The robe is over red breeches and a darker red shirt, with red boots that end in a curved point with tallels attached to them. He has a emerald green staff with him, which is also covered with musical symbols. "Where do we sit Aeglos? Im getting a little hungry."
Jus Sunday July 4th, 1999 4:20:59 AM
After a quick thank you to the maid, a very attractive elven male enters, dressed in a turquoise colored tightly cut pair of pants with huge flairs and ruffles below the knee. A light blue satin shirt with many frills peeks from beneath a pale pink surcoat with tails. He strides to his seat, carrying a matching dark blue cane with a large blue onyx stone as the handle - obviously for ornamentation only. Removing a cap adorned with small pink moons and a matching blue onyx, he performs a deep bow to Olana and K'nara, "It is a pleasure to be in the company of lady adventurers again, hail and well met." Replacing his cap, he continues, "And to you all, for whatever purpose the Gold Dragons have invited us here, I'm sure your presence can do nothing but increase our honor. Please call me Jus." He looks around for a moment, making sure all ladies are seated, and then seats himself -- obviously comfortable in this environment.
Fluet Sunday July 4th, 1999 5:42:59 AM
Finding his own name card, he compared his bright yellow pantaloons, orange and blue argyle leggings, purple and white striped shirt with ruffled lace, and dark blue boots and hat to some of the newcomers. He leaned over to Ingrge and said, "What, is this Heroes' Night at Gold Dragon castle?"
Onrad Sunday July 4th, 1999 6:21:59 AM
A short man wearing twin long sword enters the room. He's not bulky with muscles, but rather stands poised there, as if he could move instantly in any direction at a moment's notice. His leggings 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. He says totally seriously "Greetings all. I'm Onrad Pryderi and I'm about to run away and join the fairy circus. Wanna join me?" Then after a moment to make you wonder if he meant it, he breaks out into a condident smile and says, "These clothes are a riot!" He then begins moving through the room introducing himself. It's evident he's experienced and has the look about him that he comes from an upper class upbringing.
Aeglos Sunday July 4th, 1999 8:17:59 PM
Spys his name card and takes a seat.
Shadrach Monday July 5th, 1999 2:46:59 AM
"Don't take this wrong, but, uh...there seems to be more than Three of you."
Teko Monday July 5th, 1999 4:21:59 AM
A little gnome -and what other kind is there?- steps up to the table and says with a grin, "Perhaps I was overlooked in the initial counting." He bows low and his silken robe seems to subtley change colors as he straightens up and comes back into view. His hat, fitted precariously upon his head, is almost as tall as the gnome himself and swirls upward to a point from which a rather large ball tangles. "I am Teko, skilled as illusionist and rogue. At your service." He smiles and seats himself.
DM Monday July 5th, 1999 4:27:59 AM
A few minutes later, a group of musicians set up in the right wing of the room behind The Misfit's seats and begins to play softly. The candleabra on the tables is lit. The side doors behind The Three open and waiters and waitresses dressed in White with gold tails enter carrying all manner of appetizers, fruits and meats, as well as bottles of the unbelievably expensive Blue Wines of Gnowsy Overdale!! They begin to pour and serve taking any special orders the guests have. The lighting darkens slightly accenting the golden reflections of everything in the room.
Manfred Monday July 5th, 1999 5:04:59 AM
Manfred supervises everything. After everything is set, he opens the door one more time. "Gentlepersons of The Noble Races, I present The Gold Dragons." Behind him you just see glinting gold. It reflects in the lighting blinding the room with reflected candle and torchlight. They sweep into the room exuding confidence as well as friendliness. First into the room is Valdor and Mordred arm in arm, followed by Raven in a row by himself, looking huge - - giant even. Next comes Grey and Roscoe evidently stopping in the middle of a conversation as they enter the banquet hall. Following them is Joe Hand looking lonely and serious for a moment, but smiling warmly as he sees his friends from The Emerald Kingdom. Next is Marlowe and Jandar both resplendant in their priestly attire followed by Guido the Dwarf gruff, but with joy showing in his eyes. Next comes Rowan the Druid and Diomedes the Archer, beaming and looking around as they see Gold Dragon Castle for the first time. Next comes Oddyseus the Master Thief resplendant in the most amazing looking golden trimmed black leather armor you've ever seen walking beside. Last into the banquet hall is Aries the Survivor beside Sir Mycroft who looks over the room with a discerning eye approving of his well laid plans. The group travels the room, exchanging warm greetings with those they know and introducing themselves to everyone and getting to know those they don't yet know. Without anyone truly noticing, the lighting in the room grows brighter with the increased conversation and the music more joyous. Warm feelings are exchanged in this truly magical moment. For the moment, all is right with The Wold and all problems forgotten.
Valdor Monday July 5th, 1999 5:11:59 AM
As he enters sweeping into the room, he smiles a huge grin, walking hugely in powerful strides, dressed in a red and gold outfit. It is sleeveless showing his muscles upon muscles, as is his style, the red being the holy red of Caeroldra, Goddess of Love and the mother of his daughter Valdorra, whose picture he wears in a overly large brooch arond his neck. She is now a precocious two and looks radiant with her winning smile, inherited from her mother, and her blond hair, lighter than Valdor's, but just as shiny. He carries two swords that seem to be showing off like their master themselves, each, one at a time, slowly sliding out of their scabbards a bit - - seeming to look around the room and take in the sights before receding again as Valdor grins down at them. He shows everyone the picture of his daughter at least 3 times glowing in his pride of her. "She's currently in The Floating City in the temple of her mother," he confides. "I'm going to see her tomorrow! I've bought her a small white horse! I hope she likes it." A small look of concern crosses his battle worn features. "I'm not spoiling her do you think?"
Jandar Monday July 5th, 1999 5:35:59 AM
"Get to know me Domi!" he shouts as he enters. He is dressed in solid gold of varying shades. A black wrestlers sash circles his waist tied in front in the traditionl manner. His holy symbol, the crossed swords of Domi, shines as the centerpiece of his outfit hanging hugely from his neck. "This is a grand occasion. Not only because of our outstanding guests, but truly this is the first time we've all been here together for anything since..." His face gets serious for a moment. "Since the week we lost Shafbaffum to the Sea Devils just after Claudia's death." He shakes his head. "Tough times, those." Then as if by a decision, he smiles confidently and says, "But By Domi, this is a grand evening! Worthy of the Great God of War himself. Welcome! Be of great joy!" As he talks he slaps his comrades and guests alike in the back with a powerful stroke of love and tenderness, causing more than one to spill their expensive drinks to which he just laughs, a deep laugh from deep in his barrel like chest. "ho Ho HO! Have some more my friend!"
Oddyseus Monday July 5th, 1999 5:55:59 AM
Oddyseus enters taking to the side of Valdor softly greeting each person they pass. He looks very uncomfortable doing this although you see him look around at his friends occasionally. Once he breaks his grim visage and smiles at the scene. It comes off looking more like a sneer. Valdor catches him in the act and engulfs him in a big bear hug. When Oddyseus is able to extricate himself, his eyes are tearing, probably from the strength of the hug. Oddyseus, plays at straightening his clothes and feels the need to be alone for a bit. Using his skills at stealth, he blends into a column. A few minutes later, he is in his seat unobtrusive, downing his wine, filling his glass, and downing it again. He nods shyly at anyone who speaks to him or catches his eye.
Onrad Monday July 5th, 1999 6:02:59 AM
Onrad stands as the Gold Dragons enter the room and gapes at the procession not realizing that there were so many of them. "Greetings! I'm Onrad Pryderi of the family Pryderi from White Hawk. I'm honored to meet each of you. Your hospitality has been very generous. I am at your service. He finds himself watching Greymalk, realizing by the way he walks that this person is the quickest man he's ever met and could teach him much about using his dexterity to it's best advantage. He makes a mental note to try and engage the hero in conversation before the evening is out. He continues to mingle using the skills he learned as a lad, many times in a most painful way.
Marlowe Monday July 5th, 1999 4:54:59 PM
It seems as if Marlowe has cleaned himself up especially for the evening. His robes are so white the seem to glow. Perhaps they really do glow with magic. You can't be sure. Over this he wears a sash of red trimmed in gold. His normally unkempt dirty hair has been recently washed and is pulled back in a pony tail, but strands are already beginning to work themselves loose. He attempts to brush them back on occasion with his ink stained fingers but to no avail. He finds his seat after nearly tripping over his robe and smiles at the assembled group.. You all immediately wish that he hadn't done so. His teeth are those of a street bum. Gaping black spaces between crooked yellow teeth. Nonetheless, his sleepy eyes radiate peace and friendliness. They also speak of a frighteningly intelligent and wise mind beneath the horrible exterior.
Nonam Monday July 5th, 1999 4:59:59 PM
As the drinks are poured, Nonam's and those around him find that theirs bubble. The mage takes no notice and presses his hands down on his glass til it glows of its own accord. He stands and lifts the glass above his head, "A toast to friends and heroes. May all our names live in song for generations." He winks at Onrad and sits back down.
Mycroft Monday July 5th, 1999 5:34:59 PM
Mycroft enters and stands by the doorway while the others take their seats. Something about him seems irrestible to the ladies. One of the finest example of a man you've ever seen or heard about. He's obviously one of the most attractive men in the room and quite strong, but there's something else about him that's indefinable. After waiting a few moments, he hands his hat to Manfred while saying something that makes the steward beam with delight. Then he walks forward with a simple elegant grace. He seems to radiate nobility. Everything about the young elf is elegant. His clothes are styled much like Ingrge's or Fluet's, but they are much more tasteful in color scheme. Everything is a deep royal blue trimmed in gold. He wears an amulet of some sort with a bright red ruby that adds just the right touch to the blue of his clothes. He wears several rings. All of them are obviously quite valuable, yet the don't scream gaudy as you might expect. One ring in particular catches several eyes. It features a deep blue stone set in platinum and is obviously of ancient dwarven make. For weapons he carries a single narrow sabre. The basket hilt of which is finely wrought gold. He, like all the Gold Dragons, is obviously accustomed to its presence. As he reaches his seat, he bows deeply to the group and says, "I'd like to welcome all of our guests to our humble home." He then follows along with the other Gold Dragons introducing himself to everyone and finding out a little about everyone in the room.
Figment Monday July 5th, 1999 8:09:59 PM
greets the "Misfits" being as polite as possible - wondering why they are here as they are clearly an inferior group and no match for the Three. But of course, both together are nothing to the Gold Dragons... Troubled the warrior ponders "So why - why would they have us here. What are we to them? A dragon and now the greatest adventuring group in the Wold? Hmmm... Who cares! I love it. Maybe we're just that good! (failed Wisdom check)". As the Gold Dragons enter he stands amazed. He notices Valdor's strength and wonders if he could beat him in arm wrestling. "And those swords...:)". He makes an effort to meet all the Gold Dragons and learns the names of all of them with deliberate effort. "I may be dumb but I'm not stupid!" he muses. He makes sure and study the weapons of all in the room and how they are wearing them and seats himself at his spot and waits - even the food is not enticing him too much - wondering why the Three have been summoned.
Figment Monday July 5th, 1999 8:38:59 PM
looks to the others and says "Surely we can do better than 'Misfits'"... he delights in the return of the one known as K'nara. He introduces himself with grace "Good evening my dear, your comrades thought you dead! They mourned you a great deal and missed you terribly. You have wonderful friends. My name is Figemtary - or Figment. I met your friends on the road to this city. I consider myself very lucky to be accepted as a fellow adventurer - I hope we can be friends as well!". As The Three enter he is taken aback. "This is indeed a suprise! The Three of the Floating City, here?". Before the introductions begin he makes sure the 'Misfits' know who The Three are. "They have performed several HUGE services for New Elanna - not the least of which was to infiltrate the Dark Lords army and destroy his best adventuring group. We are indeed among the best tonight!" - after the entrance of the Gold Dragons and introductions are made - in his usually delightful way - Figment seats himself and wonders... "Something's going on here. This is NOT a normal meeting." To the 'Misfits' he whispers "Something big is about to happen. The Gold Dragons all here together and The Three as well? It's not normal. The Gold Dragons haven't been together in a long time - and The Three are not out adventuring. Keep your eyes out - this is going to be a huge night! I can't imagine that they'd want us here. They want something - I can feel it.". Figment tries to listen to anything the any of the Gold Dragons are saying to each other or to their guests - trying to catch on to ANYTHING that might tip their hand.
Gareth Monday July 5th, 1999 8:40:59 PM
Oops! The first Figment entry is Gareth - sorry.
Ingrge Monday July 5th, 1999 9:09:59 PM
Ingrge stands proud and solemn, shaking hands firmly, and determined to be unfazed by all these people. He offers his name along with a slight nod, and looks them directly in the eye. As Figment muses aloud, Ingrge says, "Want something, you think? Hmph...well let's see." And with that he retakes his seat and will eat and drink frugally.
Olana Monday July 5th, 1999 9:17:59 PM
The forest elf can't help but be totally dazzled with all that goes on around her. All these people! All this finery! She smiles politely when introducing herself, warming to those she knows already. Nevertheless, it takes a great effort not to just bolt for the door. Thanking Shad for helping her into her chair, she watches and listens, taking it all in. Her trembling hands she places firmly in her lap, and finds herself hardly able to eat a thing.
Teko Tuesday July 6th, 1999 4:03:59 AM
Teko energetically stands and blurts aloud, "This is far grander than I had imagined!" But as he sees the others begin take notice, he suddenly stops, turning a bright shade of red, and quickly sits down.
Shadrach Tuesday July 6th, 1999 4:29:59 AM
Like Olana, the sailor was somewhat overwhelmed by the personalities that mingled among them as he stood to recieve them. He stared in amazement at everything, the clothes, the fantastic weaponry, the gorgeous jewelry, the intelligence, beauty and strength of the Gold Dragons was unreal. He felt like he'd drank too much and dreamed he walked among young Ghods. With a frown, he greeted Grey and Joe. "I gotta find the fountain of goodlooks these guys' been drinkin' from," he muttered, fingering his own malformed face. The more radiant and joyous the assembly seemed, the more he worried, til he was eyeing the servants with suspicion. He said to the declared Three (and more),"So how'd you end up going after the Darklord?"
Fluet Tuesday July 6th, 1999 4:32:59 AM
He gladly shook hands with the Three and the Gold Dragons. "I've sung songs about you!" he had to say to most of them. Looking over the heroes, he had to add, "Why are there so few women here?"
Mycroft Tuesday July 6th, 1999 6:06:59 AM
Mycroft give a discreet not to Valdor and the other Gold Dragons and they begin to make their way to their seats.
Valdor Tuesday July 6th, 1999 6:09:59 AM
Valdor stands looking serious for a moment and says, "Welcome to our home! I always get stuck with this speaking and representing stuff and am not very good at it so I threatened my dear friend Mordred into doing it for me. Mordred?" Valdor sits as Mordred looks up at him with a total look of surprise on his face. Valdor looks back with that irrepressable grin and sips his wine.
Jus Tuesday July 6th, 1999 6:14:59 AM
Although inwardly awed meeting ALL the Gold Dragons, Jus keeps his composure and greets them genteelly. He spends a few extra moments talking with Diomedes on Archery techniques and Fletching.
Mordred Tuesday July 6th, 1999 6:15:59 AM
Mordred stands and thinks for a second as if remembering something that happened a long time ago. Then he raises haunted eyes and speaks. "Gentle Persons, you are all extremely welcome here in our home this important evening. We are at your service. But we would be remiss if we didn't remember to The Gods those who are not with us this evening and those who have passed on into the afterlife. Let us toast those we miss." He pauses and then continues, "A toast then....to Clangden Swiftaxe who continues to guard the northern entrance to the Underdark and the World of the Drow." The others echo "To Clangden." Mordred looks around the assemblage to see if anyone else has a toast to a comrade missed or deceased.
Oddyseus Tuesday July 6th, 1999 6:16:59 AM
In a soft voice, Oddyseus says, "To Koltar Bloodbath. May he walk with the gods." Everyone echoes "To Koltar."
Valdor Tuesday July 6th, 1999 6:18:59 AM
"To Belgos and Odo Furryfoot. Friends of Wold." The chorus answers "Hear! Hear!"
Roscoe Tuesday July 6th, 1999 6:19:59 AM
"To Stephon Happytongue! Still traveling the Wold. May he never find the end of it!" The guests answer, "To Stephon."
Valdor Tuesday July 6th, 1999 6:21:59 AM
"To my daughter, whom I miss very much...and whom I'll see tomorrow!" The crowd echoes, "To Valdorra."
Raven Tuesday July 6th, 1999 6:22:59 AM
"Really Valdor? Holy Lem, none of us knew you had a daughter. That's huge!" Everyone laughs for a minute breaking the building seriousness.
Greymalk Tuesday July 6th, 1999 6:24:59 AM
"To Shafbaffum, former High Mage and friend. May he be alive, sane, and grumpy wherever he is!" The crowd enthusiascally chants, "To Shafbaffum!"
Aries Tuesday July 6th, 1999 6:40:59 AM
As his fellow gold dragons toast to the memories of lost friends, Aries stands off to one corner by himself. He is dressed in a dark green leather tunic and breeches, trimmed with gold trimming, and a lighter green cloak, also trimmed with gold. He carried a longbow strapped to his back, along with a quiver of arrows of various colors. His expression is unreadable.
Guido Tuesday July 6th, 1999 6:47:59 AM
"To all out fallen friends!" Guido yells. The dwarf is dressed in golden armor, with a huge axe strapped to his back. on his head is a helmet with a 3 inch spike, sharpened to a razor edge. At the tip of the spike a golden light filles the room. "I need more ale! Where is the ale?!?"
Mycroft Tuesday July 6th, 1999 6:01:59 PM
The elf lifts his glass and looks at Joe with sympathy as he says, "To King Claudia and her children."
Nonam Tuesday July 6th, 1999 6:03:59 PM
Nonam goes through the motions as he tries to record all personalities to faces.
Figment Tuesday July 6th, 1999 6:44:59 PM
sits quietly and toasts all who are mentioned - as he knows of all of them. He restrains himself from offering a toast as any would seem small compared to those offered.
Gareth Tuesday July 6th, 1999 6:46:59 PM
Unable to come up with any names, he raises his glass - never missing an opportunity to have another swallow of ale. But thinks of Flaust as the toasts are made.
Shadrach Tuesday July 6th, 1999 8:04:59 PM
The human drank and added his own quiet murmur to the toasts while keeping an eye on those suspicious servants. He was glad the elf had remembered Claudia. He'd've felt too presumptious to speak. He whispered to his own party, "See that guy off in the corner? Aries? Don't look at him! I heard he was dead for awhile too."
Flueterflam Tuesday July 6th, 1999 8:13:59 PM
Just watches and toasts, enjoying everything. Mentally, he began to compose something to record this night.
Ingrge Tuesday July 6th, 1999 8:15:59 PM
Ingrge follows the toasts. If he had some of his own, there was no way he was going to blurt them out in such auspicious company. Following Shad's eyes he takes a glance at the one stood apart from the rest. "Hmmmm," he says quietly. "Well he doesnt look dead at the moment."
Olana Tuesday July 6th, 1999 8:21:59 PM
Olana also sees the one named Aries stood apart from the rest, and wonders. Maybe he was as uncomfortable with all this as she was....and then again maybe not. With an effort, she turns back to the table and attempts to join in a few conversations,smiling cheerfully. After all - it would not be polite to do otherwise. She was an invited guest in this magnificent place after all.
Onrad Tuesday July 6th, 1999 8:22:59 PM
"To Kat, once of our troupe. May she be safe and happy. And Gareth's family about whom I"m sure he's too humble to mention. May they also be safe. Selah!"
Rowen Tuesday July 6th, 1999 9:23:59 PM
A figure in grey robes enters, he carries an oak staff with vines of mistletoe running from its top to the bottom.
Aeglos Tuesday July 6th, 1999 9:24:59 PM
" I don't believe I have ever been in the company of this many legendary people at once before. "
Jus Tuesday July 6th, 1999 10:28:59 PM
Bringing up these names reminds Jus of the shock and tragedy on the first day of their adventuring... so long ago it seems. "To Korok, our first compatriot to die in battle."
Gareth Tuesday July 6th, 1999 11:20:59 PM
"Here here!" as he toasts. "It's been a long time..."
Teko Wednesday July 7th, 1999 2:10:59 AM
As Teko begins to settle into the moment, he carefully studies the faces of all these strangers. He studies their gestures and voices, mentally rehearsing them in his imagination...
Aries Wednesday July 7th, 1999 2:42:59 AM
pulls out a large golden coin and begins rubbing it between his fingers. he gazes at all of the gold dragons, with his gaze lingering on Valdor for a moment, then he waves to a servent for a glass of ale
Guido Wednesday July 7th, 1999 2:53:59 AM
walks up to Valdor "Hey, remember when we killed those four blue dragons a few years age? I hope you still dont hold a grudge because i killed 3 of them while you only got one! Here, let me make it up to you buy buying you an ale! Ale, i nedd Ale for Valdor!"
Tericus Wednesday July 7th, 1999 2:56:59 AM
whispers to Aeglos as they find their seats "Some of these guys i heard were dead! And some of them havent been heard from for years! I wonder why they have all gathered? Something is up."
Joe Wednesday July 7th, 1999 7:35:59 AM
Ath the mention of his wife and children Joe's face looses all merryment and he turns away from the group as he swallows his wine, then his head snaps up as a familiar pounding sound comes from down the hall. His face lights up in a huge smile.
Raven and Greymalk Wednesday July 7th, 1999 7:40:59 AM
The pounding sounds like the steps of a giant walking through the halls. A booming giant voice echos throught the hall! "I won't fit thgough that door, when are they going to make the doors bigger in here!!!" Then a second voice not nearly as loud says "Damm it Raven, how many times do I have to tell you to turn those things off inside!!" The first one then replies "Sorry" and the booming stops. The two figures step around the corner then. One a tall elf that seems to be the only one to come close to matching Valdors size. He wears an ornate sword over his shoulder. The other is a man of avrage hight and grey silver gray hair. He has a small purple rat on his shoulder.
Greymalk Wednesday July 7th, 1999 7:41:59 AM
The elf snatches a glass from a passing serving girl and shouts to Mycroft, a sad toast my friend, I have a better one. "Death to FLAME!!"
Valdor Wednesday July 7th, 1999 8:49:59 AM
To those who evidently exited and reentered wanting even more attention, Valdor says, "No more wine for those guys. I think they've had enough. Perhaps some food would help." ::clap! clap:: "Bring on the main course!!"
Manfred Wednesday July 7th, 1999 8:56:59 AM
Manfred swings open a section of wall along the left side of the room and the waiters and waitresses bring out the main course: Roasted Beasts: wild boar, veal, giant lobster, and giant frog with fried fruits and fresh vegetables. Fresh spring water from Pixie Springs in Culverwood as well as a light green wine from the Windbourne Hills is served.
Mordred Wednesday July 7th, 1999 8:58:59 AM
"Thanks Manfred. Dig in folks!" Conversaion begins again sporadically as the feeding commences.
Shadrach Wednesday July 7th, 1999 9:00:59 AM
Shad smirked, thinking of another dragon he'd like to declare death to. When the food came he ate heartily, but drank sparingly, not daring to get himself drunk when disaster loomed so close.
Flueterflam Wednesday July 7th, 1999 9:02:59 AM
Looking at Gareth and Onrad, "So how'd you get your invitation to dinner?"
Nonam Wednesday July 7th, 1999 5:20:59 PM
Nonam lifts up his water glass for a sip, frowns since it's still bubbling, but takes a drink anyway. He eats his food and wonders why everybody wants to waste time tonight.
K'nara Illutu Wednesday July 7th, 1999 5:32:59 PM
Overcome at the genuine emotion she perceives and feels herself at the reunion with her fellow travel companions, the tall female fighter grins, hugging each of them effusively until Figment introduces himself. Blinking, K'nara looks the newest member of her much-missed troupe, then, too, hugs him. All the other heroes of the evening enter and are introduced, so the routine of nodding, smiling and curtseying take up what little time there would have been for any explanations on her part. The shades of green silk with touches of glittering gold trim K'nara wears hold their own in the company of colorful diners, and reveal the athletically-built warrior woman to be worthy of her family's heritage of producing attractive people (for humans! ;D). She sits and listens to the various toasts and well-wishes from the others, thinking upon what she could--and would--add as her own. Finally, just before the first of the food arrives, K'nara stands, bearing her goblet aloft in her right hand, and toasts with deceptive good humor: "To the present ruler of the Emerald Kingdom, my friends...for having the dubious wisdom to be the cause of his own downfall by bringing together, in his Folly, the band of Misfits that will eventually kick his sorry green butt out of that country...but mostly, to the group of adventurers that I should think ought to be themselves called...The *Emerald* Dragons." All who listen can easily hear the deadly intentions towards Parnoth in K'nara's toast, as well as the heartfelt hopes for her fellow members of the Emerald Kingdom group.
Mycroft Wednesday July 7th, 1999 5:33:59 PM
"Well on to some of the business at hand this evening. First of all, the Misfits... you guys really call yourselves that?... Anyway, we called you here for helping out Greymalk and Joe Hand when they entered the Emerald Kingdom. This dinner is in your honor." He raises a glass once again and drains off some more wine, "And of course we have gifts for our guests. Now we've debated for some time what we should give you. We are agreed that you need some more potent magic items, and we'd like to provide them. But we disagree as to how this should be done. Valdor thinks we should provide you with credit at the Catacombs so you can select your own items. This seems impersonal to me, and I wanted to present you with the items as gifts directly from us. Long story short, we could come to no agreement, and Marlowe suggested that we simply ask you what you prefer. So cold impersonal credit, or a warm friendly gift straight from the Gold Dragons?"
Figment Wednesday July 7th, 1999 7:04:59 PM
grins large as K'Nara bear hugs him - not really wanting her to stop... the cagey mage smiles at the words of Mycroft. He pauses for a moment, clears his throat, stands and then speaks "This dinner is indeed a great honor. I was not part of the grand battle in the Emerald Kingdom of which you speak but have since been becoming part of this group. I would not be inclined to accept a gift for myself for a deed never done, but I would strongly suggest to my friends that they accept the wisdom of the Gold Dragons and recieve from you a personal gift of your choosing instead of a choice made by us. You all are FAR more experienced and know more of what lies ahead of us as we travel in the Wold. You would do a better job of choosing. Of course, I leave it to my comrades to make the final decision."
Gareth Wednesday July 7th, 1999 7:11:59 PM
smiles when Fluet comes by. "We got a summons from a courrier to come here. I don't know why yet. I hope we find out tonight.". When he meets K'Nara, he admires her seeing that she is indeed a trained and balanced swordsman. "You carry your weapon well. A true warrior you must be.". When she toasts he wonders quietly "Just how many dragons are there out there? We seem to be running into those who have encountered them.". Gareth loses some of his concern as to why they are here as he feasts on the main course - until Mycroft begins to speak. He stops and waits for the other foot to fall - feeling something big is coming.
Onrad Wednesday July 7th, 1999 7:57:59 PM
Onrad, trying to be helpful, but ending up meddling mostly as he brainstorms a little to loud to himself, "The Emerald Lizards? The Green Giants? The Emerald's Thorns? Blades of our Discontentment? Green With Envy? Righteous Green Anger? The Dragon Cons? The Kill the Green Dragon Consortium? Wag the Dragon? The Green Scales of Justice? Green Blood Flowing? The Green Nightmares? The Green Mean Fighting Machine?" He shuts up as Nonam looks at him with a killing stare. "No offense intended, uh Misfits."
Valdor Wednesday July 7th, 1999 8:07:59 PM
Valdor stifles a guffaw as he hears Onrad's suggestions.
Brother Jandar Wednesday July 7th, 1999 8:08:00 PM
Brother Jandar gives Valdor a stare sobering him immediately. He mouths, "Sorry."
Ingrge Wednesday July 7th, 1999 10:45:59 PM
Ingrge raises his glass to K'Nara's toast, listening to her suggestion of a title to the group, and then to Onrad's outpourings. "Hmm....." he says. "Emerald Dragons seems a bit to grand for me, but I heard someone mention thorns. I like the sound of thorns. The Emerald Thorns, perhaps." He smiles to himself a little on finishing. As to Mycroft's question, he hesitates. "Well, thats all very nice, and thank you" he says quietly, a little embarrassed."Perhaps you could choose. This is something I'm not used to."
Olana Wednesday July 7th, 1999 10:52:59 PM
Olana blushes a little as Mycroft tells of the gifts. "Oooh, well thankyou," she says. "This is most unexpected. And for myself, I think a gift you have chosen would be of more value to me." She chuckles at Ingrge's name suggestion. "You know - that might work. Unless someone has a better idea."
Diomedes Thursday July 8th, 1999 2:59:59 AM
An average but muscular man with a morning star enters. He walks to Rowen and the begin a conversation about the past.
Aeglos Thursday July 8th, 1999 3:01:59 AM
To Ter.," I don't understand why we would be needed for something so great it requires all of these heros."
Onrad Thursday July 8th, 1999 5:30:59 AM
"Ya know, sometimes the dragon wags the tail. Other times, perhaps, the tail wags the dragon." You guys have "bitten" into a huge destiny here. I wish you the luck of the Gods."
Shadrach Thursday July 8th, 1999 6:38:59 AM
Shad had a brief thought-If I set the tablecloth afire with the candles, I can use the distraction to run out the door-while looking extremely embarrassed at the amount of attention they were getting. He scrunched his fancy green shirt (wondering why it hadn't changed color in awhile) before saying, "What's in a name? Parnoth brought us together, and he called us Puppets. We couldn't FIT well in his society and became thorns in his side." He grinned briefly. "Now we've been banished from his kingdom on pain of death, and he promises more trouble. But I swore an oath and won't abandon it lightly." He looked briefly at his fellows. "As for me, I would gladly treasure a broken magic sword given by the Gold Dragons more than any magic merchant's trident."
Flueterflam Thursday July 8th, 1999 6:45:59 AM
"Well, we might become the Emerald Dragons someday, you never know!" the bard added. "Or we could just keep changing our name."
Jus Thursday July 8th, 1999 7:08:59 AM
Talking quitely to Nonam, wondering if you have to kill a dragon to become a dragon. "The one we met was rather enjoyable. I don't have any ill feelings towards him." Chuckling, he adds while motioning towards Onrad, "Then again, he did stick us with our court jester."
Joe Thursday July 8th, 1999 7:31:59 AM
Joe and Grey step foreward ready to bestow gifts upon their saviors. Joe speaks. "Adventurers, I thank you and am indebted to you more than you will ever know for helping me to see my Claudia on this the first Anniversry of her death."
K'nara Thursday July 8th, 1999 4:23:59 PM
Having sat down and thought about the subject, K'nara has to smile about the variety of 'nommes du guerre' spouted by Onrad. "I suggested Emerald Dragons because I'm certain such a grandiose name not only acknowledges the Gold Dragons whom have inspired us, but would doubtless piss--ahem...*tick* off ol' Parnoth himself (being green and all)...but Emerald Thorns has a nice ring to it, too." The warrior woman nodded acknowledgement of Ingrge's suggestion, then listened to the question of credit versus gift, her introspective contemplation of the ring on her finger--the one Grey had given her--evincing a small (perhaps even tender?) smile. "I have...an item to remember the Gold Dragons by, but as Olana, Ingrge and Shadrach have said--I would appreciate the thought behind the gift made to us ever so much more." The nod in Joe and Grey's direction causes the fillet of gold mesh that binds K'nara's russet hair to flash momentarily as the metal catches the light. "I know I'm curious to see what these legendary heroes feel is appropriate for my group."
Figment Thursday July 8th, 1999 4:54:59 PM
watches Joe and Grey as they bestow their gifts, happy for his newly found companions.
Tericus Thursday July 8th, 1999 4:58:59 PM
to Aeglos, "I know what you mean. It is a little overwhelming, with all these heros surrounding us. And they requested for us to be here! I hope we live up to your groups reputation."
Guido Thursday July 8th, 1999 4:59:59 PM
working on his fourth mug of ale "Let me choose their gifts!"
Mycroft Thursday July 8th, 1999 5:07:59 PM
"Very well then. Gifts for the Thorny Green Misfits." He nods to Joe and Greymalk, and they bring forth a few chests that were positioned around the room. "For the well spoken Shadrach, I believe that we have an enchanted trident (+2). Valdor took it from a Sahaugin slain in during the battle to save Shaffbaffum. For K'nara, Grey has found a sword suitable for one that follows his calling," Greymalk strides toward K'nara mutters a command word and flames erupt from the blade. Mycroft continues, "It is aptly called Flame Tongue. Treat it well. For Olana, Aries has crafted a shortbow (+2) for you which Marlowe and Joe have then enchanted. With some practice you may even be able to shoot as good as me. Next we have Ingrge Nightseer. For you Roscoe has a wand..." Roscoe vigorously shakes his head back and forth in a no as Joe pulls a staff from out of the goody boxes. Mycroft continues, "Make that staff. Apparently it is a good fighting staff (+1), but it also can protect you while you use it (+1). Roscoe is also certain that it possesses other magical properties, but you will have to discover those over time." Roscoe stands up and whispers to Mycroft, "Oh, he tells me that he has discovered one of its powers. It will create the spell 'color spray' when you hold it and say "Shadinhue." Next the magical bard, Flueterflam. For you we have a Horn of Collapsing." Valdor pops up, "Be careful with that. I tried to learn to play using it, but rocks always fell on me. Maybe you can do better." Mycroft, "And finally Figment. Though you have only recently joined this group, you must be prepared if you are to journey with them. So the mages among us consented to allow you to copy any five spells that you currently have the ability to cast from their collections. Perhaps you will also share your knowledge with your companions. I believe that does it. Didn't leave anyone out did I? Thank you all once again." Mycroft nods to Valdor and sits back down.
Figment Thursday July 8th, 1999 5:42:59 PM
Upon hearing the announcement that the group helped Joe meet Claudia he gasps - but quickly recovers - knowing the story. When the stunned mage hears that he will get to learn 5 new spells he rises and bows in appreciation. I was not aware of the significance of the deed which these fine adventurers have done for you. I am both honered to be counted among them and I am in your debt for your fine gift. I hope I can repay your kindness some time in the future.".
Aeglos Thursday July 8th, 1999 8:20:59 PM
" My best friend is a dragon, so I am interested to see what these gold dragons are like."
Diomedes Thursday July 8th, 1999 8:21:59 PM
" So Rowen, how has Culverwood been? "
Rowen Thursday July 8th, 1999 8:22:59 PM
" Not bad, Diomedes, I have just been up to normal daily routine though. I had enough adventure long ago."
Onrad Thursday July 8th, 1999 8:42:59 PM
To Jus, "These guys don't do anything small do they? I like that. I wanna be like that. Remember when I was fussing earlier about us becoming more professional and planning head more? When I kinda raised the performance bar for us? Well, I think it just got raised again. Nothing short of someday being where this group is now, is acceptable. I feel a 5 year plan coming on."
Raven Thursday July 8th, 1999 10:14:59 PM
"I know what you mean Rowen, I think I am to big to adventure now. I make to much noise in the dungeons. Scraping my head on the top of the cellings and all."
Gareth Thursday July 8th, 1999 10:35:59 PM
muses to himself "All these gifts from all these beings of power. I wonder why they care so much? Makes no sense to me. But I'll sure take them!". To Onrad's observation the perplexed warrior says "A 5 year plan? I'm more worried about getting a good night's sleep now that dinner is taken care of!"
Ingrge Thursday July 8th, 1999 11:23:59 PM
Standing and giving a solemn bow, Ingrge accepts the staff reverently. "Thank you," he says,with just the hint of a delighted smile on his face.He then moves the staff from hand to hand, nodding in quiet satisfaction, before returning to his seat.
Flueterflam Thursday July 8th, 1999 11:25:59 PM
Fluet seemed overwhelmed by everything. "I can't tell you how much this means to me! Thank you all!" Fluet looked at Valdor, "I didn't know you played an instrument."
Olana Thursday July 8th, 1999 11:26:59 PM
Olana's face lights up in a big smile as she receives the gift of the bow. "Ooooh, this is wonderful! Thankyou!" she exclaims, blue eyes wide with delighted astonishment.
Shadrach Thursday July 8th, 1999 11:32:59 PM
Shad flushed red to his ears and came up to accept his gift. He bowed quickly and said,"Thank you." He hurried back to his seat, unable to say anything more. With a foolish grin he slapped Figment on the back, glad of his own good fortune.
Jus Friday July 9th, 1999 2:06:59 AM
Amazed to hear how the Emerald Green Thorny Misfits helped Joe, Jus is unusually quite. His surprise is easily increased as he hears the lavish gifts bestowed upon them. Now, his curiosity for why The Three were invited is REALLY strong.
Diomedes Friday July 9th, 1999 6:58:59 PM
shakes his head and laughs, " You are a big man raven. "
Teko Friday July 9th, 1999 9:11:59 PM
Teko at first appears to have disappeared, but no, he is hidden behind a large portion of food, eating and muttering with admiration, "Wonderful...VERY tasty...almost as good as my mother's!..."
Aries Saturday July 10th, 1999 8:24:59 AM
Nods to Olana.
Onrad Saturday July 10th, 1999 7:35:59 PM
Responds to Gareth, "It's a need to know kinda thing Gareth." Then he breaks down and laughs. "It does sound kinda silly doesn't it Gareth?" He turns back to Jus his face knotted in thoughts and plans. He grins the grin of one who is branstorming lofty thoughts and is determined to make them happen.
Gareth Sunday July 11th, 1999 2:17:59 AM
upon hearing Onrads scheming the perplexed warrior wonders if there was Dale Carnegie book in the Gold Dragon's library... :)
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