Jus Sunday September 26th, 1999 8:15:59 AM
"Yes, I'm still interested in the Ring, Gareth. I just wanted to wait until everyone was finished shopping, first."
Gareth Sunday September 26th, 1999 6:20:59 PM
"OK Jus, just checking. I'm done. I've got two giant strength potions. Cloud and Fire. I think they'd come in real handy so we could deal out maximum damage. Do we have enought to buy that and Jus's ring? I think we do. You guys tell me when your done so we can go make that deposit."
Tericus Monday September 27th, 1999 12:06:59 PM
with a big smile on his face, Tericus gets up from the floor and walks out to where everyone can hear him. "The Pink Paladins are a group of four paladins that travel the Wold. They are called the Pink Paladins not because of their fasion sense, but because of their, um, "special" bond with each other, if you know what i mean." he says with a wink
Onrad Monday September 27th, 1999 3:10:59 PM
"Ooh, yuck!" Onrad grimaces. "Hey, I heard one of them was related to Nonam. Hey Nonam--weren't you a pink paladin once?" Onrad's grin becomes as big as the halflings that have been serving at the hotel. Oh, and Onrad jumps up quickly and scoots out the door just in case Nonam decides to fire one of those new fangles spells at him and make him do weird stuff.
Nonam Monday September 27th, 1999 3:21:59 PM
"And here I was about to remark on how I thought Onrad and I were getting along better lately."
Gareth Monday September 27th, 1999 6:54:59 PM
"So are we buying the giant potions and ring or not? I'm ready to get going. Who says we can't get there a little early and enjoy the World Serpent Inn? It's been a while since we've been there."
Kebo Tuesday September 28th, 1999 3:15:59 AM
Kebo is blissfully ignorant as he continues to snooze.
Teko Tuesday September 28th, 1999 3:51:59 AM
"I'm ready to go. I do not FEEL ready, but that can't be helped. The Inn might be a good place to settle my nerves."
Tericus Tuesday September 28th, 1999 5:42:59 AM
"They could be related. Lets see, their names are Jericus, Jerimon, Jeriff, and Jerobob. Do any of those names sound familiar Nonan?"
Onrad Tuesday September 28th, 1999 8:10:59 AM
When he sees that Nonam isn't going to fry him for his comment he comes back into the room and resumes his perch in the windowsill. "Well, Nonam, my friend, at least I'm kidding now. Used to I meant it. I say we buy the potions. With Gareth's two, we can all bulk up before we take on Matron Baenre. That should surprise her a bit."
DM Jerry Tuesday September 28th, 1999 8:11:59 AM
The beautiful day turns to afternoon. The fall breeze blows a little this afternoon bringing a slight chill to the air.
Jus Tuesday September 28th, 1999 2:33:59 PM
"I agree, let's finish this up quickly; this day has felt like it's been weeks! Well, Gareth, how much do we have. I know I spent 29500gp from the kitty and 10,000 from selling my Bag of Tricks. Oh, and I agree, the giant potions first."
Kebo Tuesday September 28th, 1999 2:50:59 PM
Feeling the chill, Kebo quickly rises and wanders over to the fireplace, turning the ring off while crossing the floor.
Gareth Tuesday September 28th, 1999 7:41:59 PM
the impatient warrior takes 500 gp from the kitty left over from Jus, 10,000 gp from Teko, 7,000 gp from himself, and 2,000 gp extra from the kitty (15,000 gp for the ring + 4,500gp for the potions = 19,500 gp). He then goes and buys the potions, ring for Jus, deposits 10,000 gp with "The Priestess", and returns. Handing the ring to the reluctant elf he says "Here Jus. Put it on.". He takes the giant strength potions and puts them in the bag of holding - unless anyone offers to carry them. "I deposited 10,000 gp in our account at the temple. We still have 8,000 gp in the kitty - just in case. OK now, lets get going already!"
Nonam Wednesday September 29th, 1999 1:54:59 AM
"And the leader has spoken... You know, we should all go out and have a good meal before we leave. We likely won't have another opportunity for something decent to eat for some time. We could nab something here in town, but I'd prefer to try something in the World Serpent Inn."
Onrad Wednesday September 29th, 1999 2:29:59 AM
"I agree, friend Nonam, let's eat at the World Serpent Inn. That would be cool!" Onrad does a full flip off or the window sill with a full twist and says, "Why don't we get a head start then, comrades?" Is there any reason to remain?
Teko Wednesday September 29th, 1999 3:17:59 AM
Teko hops up and slings his pack over his shoulder. "Let's do it."
Tericus Wednesday September 29th, 1999 4:29:59 AM
grips his staff tightly and shoulders his pack. "Im ready do go too. Lets get going!"
Kebo Wednesday September 29th, 1999 1:05:59 PM
Along with Tericus, Kebo grabs up his pack and stands ready to go, "To the Inn, then!"
Gareth Wednesday September 29th, 1999 6:12:59 PM
"So how do we get there? I'll just do what you magic user types say.". The warrior gathers his gear and stands ready.
Onrad d20=15 Wednesday September 29th, 1999 6:26:59 PM
Onrad (making his perception check) says, "When we went to the World's Serpent Inn in the Floating City we had to find the most awful run-down tavern in the city and enter the inn through that location. So I guess we ask around to find the worst one. I hope that doesn't take too long. Lots of inns here in this city." Onrad gives Nonam a friendly clap on the back and heads out the door. "I guess we should settle with the inn here before leaving. Gareth is the treasurer. Hey, Gareth, how did you get to be treasurer and leader? Perhaps we should divide that up and give the treasuring duties to Jus or Nonam?"
DM Jerry Wednesday September 29th, 1999 6:30:59 PM
Stomachs rumbling from hunger at supper time, the party heads out as the sun begins to dip towards the horizon. A chill is in the air. People are stringing lights for the upcoming Harvest Festival of Lamps. The party heads east to the poorer side of town. A little girl comes and tugs at Jus' clothing holding out a cup and asking for alms for the poor. She has red hair and freckles everywhere. Beautiful green eyes as well.
Gareth Wednesday September 29th, 1999 6:45:59 PM
settles with the halflings for a job well done. He gives them a big tip. Remebering his humble beginnings Gareth has pity on the girl and offers her a gold piece - but makes sure to cover it up so that nobody sees him give it her. "Be careful not to let anyone see it. They will take it from you. Now off with you." (OOC: email me the amount owed the halflings.)
Jus Wednesday September 29th, 1999 10:44:59 PM
Jus takes off his ladybug pin and pins it to the girls clothing. "Now, this isn't worth much, at least where money is concerned; so don't you go selling it. You can tell people Jus of the Three gave it to you." With a wink, he palms her 3 gold. When she leaves, Jus comments to the others, "You think we could get some coins minted with some emblem of ours on one side? Might help spread our name."
Nonam Wednesday September 29th, 1999 11:42:59 PM
"Too many people know who we are already."
Tericus Thursday September 30th, 1999 2:59:59 AM
"Thats a good idea, Jus! Even the Gold Dragons dont have their likeness printed on coins. Imagine, whenever someone pays for a meal or ale or whatever, they would have to use gold Nonans or silver Gareths. Or platinum Tericuses. That would be so cool!"
Teko Thursday September 30th, 1999 3:35:59 AM
"As the evening encroaches, one thing occupies my mind: Just how good is the food at this place we're going to?"
Kebo Thursday September 30th, 1999 2:46:59 PM
Seeing that two others have responded already, Kebo says, "Little one, it grows late, and things are not so safe here. Now off to shelter with you!"
Onrad Thursday September 30th, 1999 4:54:59 PM
"The food? Just you wait and see! It's the best anywhere or anywhen! Well at least it has the most variety. You can get literally anything there." Onrad rubs his tummy. "I don't like the coin idea though. Coins have always had the Mayor on them. If the mayor offered to have a limited edition coin made in our image it would then be acceptable, but otherwise, it would appear arrogant and as Nonam implied, it would pull enemies, both good and evil, out of the woodwork so to speak. A calling symbol might be interesting, but still arrogant. We should know the consequences before embarking on something like that!"
DM Jerry Thursday September 30th, 1999 4:56:59 PM
The party arrives in one of the poorer sections of town across from Gargul's skull shaped temple. The streets are busy with last minute errands and people heading home from the shop. Vendors clean up their stalls and tote their wagons to storage for the night. There are inns on nearly every corner...dozens of them.
Gareth Thursday September 30th, 1999 6:35:59 PM
"So which one do we stand in front of? Maybe we should have asked Sturtavent."
Nonam Thursday September 30th, 1999 11:25:59 PM
Nonam stops a passerby - one that looks like he frequents disreputable bars - and asks, "Which bar do you think is the worst one in the city?" He then repeats this process a few times to see if one answer pops up more than once.
Tericus Friday October 1st, 1999 1:18:59 AM
"Do we really have to go in one of these places?"
Onrad Friday October 1st, 1999 6:29:59 AM
"Nah, we don't have to go in...wait you'll see." Onrad grins crookedly. Onrad also begins asking around for taverns of ill repute.
DM Jerry Friday October 1st, 1999 6:33:59 AM
You get several strange looks, but eventually at a small impromptu market selling death trinkets near the temple of Gargul, you get a discussion started amongst some of the vendors who are very bored. "The Flying Fish is horrible. It burned down last month and smelled for a week!" "Nope the Flying Monkey is worse. They've been appeasing that rogue god now for a good year after summoning him from the Cataclysm Lands. It did make that gorilla fly though!" "Yeah, right into that Flying Pig place. Those people are crazy. They bought the gorilla a drink by that same name - The Flying Pig--and showed that gorilla their own version of flying." Yeah, I stay away from that place. Those people are extreme!"
Nonam Friday October 1st, 1999 5:31:59 PM
"Well gentleman, it sounds like the Flying Pig is the place to be. What do you say, leader Gareth? Shall we head over and check it out?" Nonam gets directions from the street vendors and heads out.
Kebo Saturday October 2nd, 1999 3:09:59 AM
Grimly Kebo follows the group to the Flying Pig.
Gareth Sunday October 3rd, 1999 6:15:59 PM
smiles at Nonam's change in attitude toward him. "The Flying Pig sounds promising. Lead on 'High Mage Nonam' :).".
Tericus Monday October 4th, 1999 2:29:59 AM
"Do they have actual flying pigs there?"
Teko Monday October 4th, 1999 3:34:59 AM
Teko grins. "The Flying Pig. It sounds like the best place to start." And Teko follows the others.
Jus Monday October 4th, 1999 4:09:59 AM
Jus chuckles at Gareth's reaction, believing Nonam is once again toying with Gareth.
DM JK Monday October 4th, 1999 6:33:59 PM
After a brief walk, the party finds themselves before the Flying Pig. It is obviously a run down establishment, but it seems to be rather popular. Music pours from the crumbling walls.
Gareth Monday October 4th, 1999 7:14:59 PM
smiles at the chaos in front of him. "Now THAT looks like fun! Maybe we can go in when we come back. OK Nonam, do your thing.".
Nonam Tuesday October 5th, 1999 1:03:59 AM
"My thing? You do all have your own coins, right?" Nonam pulls out his Lady of Pain Coin to illustrate which coin he means.
Kebo Tuesday October 5th, 1999 1:37:59 AM
Concerned for their safety, Kebo keeps a vigilant lookout.
Tericus Tuesday October 5th, 1999 3:43:59 AM
looks at the coin thoughfully. "Do we need one of those? I dont have one."
Onrad Tuesday October 5th, 1999 1:02:59 PM
"It only takes one coin for the whole group folks. At least that's how it worked back in The Float."
Onrad Tuesday October 5th, 1999 1:09:59 PM
"Sturtavent gave us three coins. I'm guessing Gareth has them. Perhaps we should split them up in case of trouble. We'll need one to get back and one for emergency or later use. Uh, do you know how to use them, Nonam? Jus?"
Nonam d20=9 Tuesday October 5th, 1999 4:52:59 PM
Nonam tries remember how he used the coin in the past (perception check).
Gareth Tuesday October 5th, 1999 6:54:59 PM
"Jus took them actually but I thought Nonam had one too. You guys did this last time so I'll be no help. Do sombody still have Loren's written instructions?"
Kebo Tuesday October 5th, 1999 10:55:59 PM
Kebo says, "I've never used one of those, but I'm told that you're supposed to let your gaze focus through the coin and past it."
Tericus Wednesday October 6th, 1999 3:50:59 AM
"Kind of ironc, that we have the way to the Serpent Inn, but no one knows how to use it."
Teko Wednesday October 6th, 1999 3:56:59 AM
Looking closely at the coin Nonam holds, Teko says, "I don't want a coin necessarily, but I do want to know the details of using one."
DM Jerry Wednesday October 6th, 1999 5:01:59 AM
Nonam remembers the way of the coin and looks through it at the inn. Slowly, the old decrepit inn's signboard changes to "The Worlds Serpent Inn. Nonam remembers that the others much be touching to enter via the same coin.
Kebo Wednesday October 6th, 1999 3:55:59 PM
When told to do so, Kebo joins up with Nonam and enters the Inn.
Nonam Wednesday October 6th, 1999 4:19:59 PM
"Quit your babbling. I remember how it works. Everyone hold hands, and we'll be off." Once everyone is ready, Nonam goes to the World Serpent Inn.
Gareth Wednesday October 6th, 1999 6:15:59 PM
As he touches the mage and sees the sign he smiles at the familiarity. "My how things have changed is such a short time. We come back worthy patrons instead of beginners. I'm really looking forward to this.". He steps forward with everyone else.
Jus Wednesday October 6th, 1999 10:25:59 PM
Jus laughes as Onrad takes Nonam's hand, remembering Onrad's teasing. "Worthy, Gareth? We need to discuss the term, sometime." Jus takes hold of the other's hands.
Onrad Thursday October 7th, 1999 12:14:59 AM
Onrad refuses to take anyone's hand, especially Nonam's opting instead to put his hand on Jus' shoulder squeezing a little too hard as they go through the door.
Tericus Thursday October 7th, 1999 1:44:59 AM
grabs Onrads shoulder, since he isnt being very social right now. "Are you sure this will work?"
Teko Thursday October 7th, 1999 3:38:59 AM
With a grin, and joining hands with the others, Teko says to Tericus, "If we were sure, it wouldn't be any fun would it?"
DM Jerry Thursday October 7th, 1999 2:41:59 PM
Just as the words "will work?" are spoken the party enters the tavern. The party goes down a passageway into the main room. It is smoky and strangely lit; they can see the bar, situated in the middle, but the distant walls seem unclear. It is very smoky, as thick as fog. This is the oddest place. It must be larger, much larger, than it appeared on the outside. For another thing, it must have countless meeting rooms and private areas. What else could account for all those doors? Every couple of feet there is another door. In fact, some of the doorways seem to be shifting about, vanishing and reappearing! This is the place to see and to be seen! It is packed with folks all talking and laughing, seated at tables and booths scattered throughout the room. Those who couldn't get seats have made room on the floor. Over near the far wall is a green woman talking to a pig. A coat with six arms is slung over a chair. You hear snatches of conversation, bu much of it is in an unfamiliar language... That which you do understand still seems gibberish--it concerns places and people you've never heard of before. The Inn is an unbelievable place. The bar is situated in the middle of the room, with a light shining directly above it. The barkeeper is a fat man, wish a long white beard, red cheeks, and a big booming laugh. When you see him, you want to laugh despite yourselves. "Ahh, Jus it is truly good to see your playful self again. Gareth, you've changed! Onrad, looking quick! Nonam! Love the hair! Come! Come...I've been expecting you. Sit. Sit! Well, don't be shy, What'll you have? Venetian mountain brew? Sigma flypaper? Elysium Elixir? Blue wine from Gnowsy? I make the best Flaming Gnomish in the Universe!! Mitchifer is the name, gentlebeings," he shouts, "Name your poison!" I have a table reseved for you here! Enjoy!"
Kebo Thursday October 7th, 1999 2:47:59 PM
"Welcome!" Kebo replies, "I'll try the Elysium Elixir, if you please." After they are seated, Kebo asks the group, "Okay, which of you guys wants to wear the other half of the telepathic ring set that I have? As I recall, Gareth is all ringed-out...but we'll need someone to stay in contact with me while I'm scouting ahead."
Gareth Thursday October 7th, 1999 7:23:59 PM
is amazed that the barkeep would remember the names of a group of nobodys from 3 years ago. As he smiles he says "Hello Mitchifer. It's good to know you remember us. It's good to be back. I haven't seen mountains in a long time. A Venetian Mountain Brew sounds good for me. Please bring us some food too. Whatever the house specialty is for me! Also, we're supposed to meet some people here tonight in case you didn't know - but somehow I'm sure you did - please show them where we are. Unless they're already here..."
Jus Friday October 8th, 1999 5:48:59 AM
Jus looks around to see if he recognizes anyone else from their last visit. He also looks through the doorways as they open, just to see where everyone is coming from.
Tericus Friday October 8th, 1999 5:49:59 AM
follows everyone around the inn with his mouth wide open, the amazement clearly evident on his face. after Mitchifer asks what everyone wants to drink, he comes out of his stupor a bit. "Ill try the, um, Blue wine from Gnowsy."
Teko Friday October 8th, 1999 7:24:59 AM
Teko gazes in silence for a moment at what goes on around him. "I think it would be a mistaken question to ask 'Where is this place?'". Turning to Mitchifer, Teko says, "You have a fine establishment, sir." He briefly falls silent again, but then remembers the bartender's offer. "May I have a glass of milk please?"
The Purple Woman Friday October 8th, 1999 7:25:00 AM
As you speak your orders, the drinks arrive. Same for your meals. A incredibly beautiful woman dressed in purple scarves over a black bodice approaches. She puts one delicate hand on Jus' shoulder and one on Gareth's neck. "What you're doing is important. We're all behind you. May love conquer all." Her hand lifts and she returns to her table where she sits with a monk and a mage dressed in white.
The Masked Three Friday October 8th, 1999 7:30:59 AM
Mitchifer approaches and says, "Three gentlemen wish to talk with you and ask permission to approach. They are there on Table 42." You look there and three men sit there wearing masks: Floating City masks. All are identical. They approach with your attention upon them. They speak in unison with magical disguises upon their voices evident. "Greetings adventurers. May fortune smile upon you. We are representatives of The Lords of Diamonds." They pause. "We want to help."
Gareth Friday October 8th, 1999 8:48:59 AM
bids the newcomers to sit down remembering some of the words of his fellow comrades about this group of 'noble thieves'. "This is beginning to sound like a lot of people know about this. That makes me a little nervous. So how is it you would help us?"
Kibo Friday October 8th, 1999 4:24:59 PM
Maintaining a poker-face, Kibo holds his tongue, waiting for a response. Meanwhile, he strikes up a innocuous conversation with Teko, "So how many fireballs does it take to light up the Caverns of Everdark?"
Nonam Friday October 8th, 1999 6:00:59 PM
Nonam says, "One, if I cast it." Then he tells the waitress that he wants water and a chickenfry steak like he heard ordered the last time he was here. The very idea of the thing has confused him for the past year. After ordering, he leans over and tells Kebo that he could take the other ring as he only has one. Then finally he nods knowingly at the man in the center as if he could see through the disguise. "Well gentlemen, what do you propose?"
Jus Saturday October 9th, 1999 12:35:59 AM
Disappointed that nothing interesting was seen, Jus frowns at the doors. Shrugging, he looks back towards the table, seeing the three men approach. Jus hurries over so he doesn't miss anything. Hearing Nonam's answer, Jus has to respond, "Would that be the fireball, or your hair providing the light?"
Nonam Sunday October 10th, 1999 4:27:59 PM
Nonam snaps, "My hair never lit up. It just changed color."
Tericus Monday October 11th, 1999 2:14:59 AM
he just sits there, nervously sipping his wine.
Teko Monday October 11th, 1999 3:49:59 AM
Teko grins at the banter about fireballs, but otherwise listens closely to the masked individuals.
Onrad Monday October 11th, 1999 4:59:59 AM
Onrad turns on to them, his sarcastic look on his face and says, "Nice of you to ask permission. What did you have in mind to steal? Some better looking masks? Surely you don't mind if I rib you just a bit since we all stand for good here and everything? Ahh, I get it now. You wear the masks because you're so humble that you don't want people to know who does all those good deeds." Onrad then throws back his chair and actually thumps the center Lord with his finger. 9 years ago, you stole the family crest and the statue of my grandmother from our estate. I don't care how much money your favorite charity made from the proceeds, I..." tears flowing now in anger and frustration, "I... want it returned. Promise to return it upon pain of your deaths within 30 days me in person and my friends here will listen to your proposition." Onrad then spins kicking the chair out of his way and stomps over to the bar and sits there with his head in his hands.
The Masked Three Monday October 11th, 1999 5:07:59 AM
The Three Lords push their masks together and whisper. Yelling after Onrad, one says, "Done!" Then turning to the remaining members of The Three the one on the left proceeds. "We propose to send in three groups of Lords to assist in the evening's activities. We will hit Houses 1, 2, and 3, attempting to kidnap the #1 son of each house with the purpose of bringing them up to the surface. There we will offer in our own unique way these "men" to House Millithor as husbands. This will help prevent counterstrikes on House Millithor and defunct Kingship to whom we are pledged, and has cetain other benefits to us which are totally our own business. We will plant clues that House #1 attacked #2 and #3 while we will do the reverse to House #1 planting clues of a joint conspiracy between Houses #2 and 3 against House #1. We will do this irregardless. We seek your blessing on our efforts however. You are fellow Floating City Citizens and deserve such for your nobel work vs. the Black Blades in the past.
Gareth d20=8 d20=2 Monday October 11th, 1999 7:36:59 AM
watches Onrad's outburst but does not respond. "Normally I would be a bit more careful with whom I do business but I think we would all do well to work together in a situation as extreme as this. All I really know about your group is that you are good but you have a very strange way of showing it. Actually, I'm kind of impressed... Your plan sounds like it will not interfere with our objectives so far. As long as they don't I'm for it. What can you tell us about House #2? Do you have any maps or know of ways to infiltrate their compound - or escape from it? Do you know what kind of resistance we'll see? Anything you have would be helpful to us. Houses #1 and #3 are of no concern to us - or at least not as much of one as #2 house. We would be glad for info on them though. Could be useful. Also, how do you plan to traverse the city undetected? Can you help us with stealth strategy? We usually just plow through. We've not used stealth that much. Now, after you've answered my questions I would ask you to explain how you had in mind to help us - that is if I didn't cover it already. We need as much detail as we can get. This mission may depend on it - and yours too. I'd hate to cross paths with one of your groups and mistake them for somebody else..." (Made Intelligence roll. REALLY made Wisdom roll - amazing!)
Kibo d20=12 Monday October 11th, 1999 4:14:59 PM
Seeing Gareth's effective handling of the questioning raises Kibo's estimation of him. His trained eye scans the three masked ones for additional clues to their identity, seeing if he recognizes any.
Tericus Tuesday October 12th, 1999 1:32:59 AM
after Onrad leaves for the bar and Gareth speaks with them, Tericus turns to Gareth "Ill go along with whatever you negotiate with them, but I dont want anything to do with them. I question their motives. The only thing they are loyal to is gold. Do what needs to be done, but i dont have to be hear to listen to it." and with that, he gets up and goes to the bar with Onrad.
Nonam Tuesday October 12th, 1999 1:54:59 AM
Nonam raises an eyebrow but seems content to let Gareth do the talking for now. He is definitely paying attention though.
Teko Tuesday October 12th, 1999 3:58:59 AM
For fear that too many cooks will spoil the broth, Teko keeps silent and continues to listen.
Onrad Tuesday October 12th, 1999 5:07:59 AM
Onrad drinks some mineral water not wanting to do anything to spoil his concentration this evening. He waits for The Lords of Diamonds to answer his ultimatum.
The Masked Three Tuesday October 12th, 1999 5:19:59 AM
The one on the left turns beet red around the edges of the mask as Gareth asks them to explain their plans. He balls up his fists and looks as if he's about to explode. The one on the left grabs him leading him away. The remaining one stands immoble for awhile and then says, "You don't know what we are or what it took for us to come here and......" He stops to angry to continue. Then he gets an edge to his voice and sounds like he's gritting his teeth. "Never. Never, ask..........Never." He spins and leaves. All three immediately walk through a nearby door and disappear with a slight popping sound."
Gareth Tuesday October 12th, 1999 5:31:59 AM
Before the man gets too far away the puzzled warrior calmly offers "You came to us, we did not come to you. What did you expect? Thank you for letting us know anyway."
Jus Tuesday October 12th, 1999 3:04:59 PM
Jus finally tears his eyes off of the beautiful woman in purple, shuddering as he realizes who she almost assuredly is. Turning back to where the masked strangers were, Jus begins, "Well, Lords of Dia...." Jus looks around, realizing that the conversation has already ended and the Lords of Diamonds are no longer there. "Great, just great.... What did you do this time, Gareth? Tell them they had to kiss your ring before we listened to them? I just hope you didn't tell them any of our 'for our ears only' plans."
Kibo Tuesday October 12th, 1999 4:10:59 PM
Giving Nonam the other ring of telepathy (linked with the one Kibo is wearing), Kibo says to Gareth, "Do you have some sort of cursed item that twists what you say? You seemed more than cordial with those three, and yet they were offended..."
Gareth Tuesday October 12th, 1999 5:55:59 PM
"That was enlightening... I didn't tell them anything they didn't already know and I misled them intentionally so that if something unexpected happened - like them getting all bent out of shape over nothing - then they couldn't hurt us. I figured that was the best approach until they demonstrated their sincerity - which they did not. I'm not sure dealing with them was in our best interst anyway. Do you think we should tell House Milithor of their 'alleged' plans?
Gareth Tuesday October 12th, 1999 6:41:59 PM
As he eats, drinks, sits and waits for the others to respond he studies the dark female and her companiions. He looks at their faces and outfits and tries to tell who they might be. He also looks around for the 3 dark elves who are to meet them.
Tericus Wednesday October 13th, 1999 2:12:59 AM
"Im glad they left. We dont need help from thugs anyway." then he returse from the bar and sits back down with everyone else. "How long do you think we have to wait."
Teko Wednesday October 13th, 1999 3:43:59 AM
Teko looks into his milk. "I smell bridges burning. Some, apparently, have been burning for a long time."
Nonam Wednesday October 13th, 1999 6:16:59 AM
"Don't worry about it Gareth, you'll get used to this leader thing with some more practice."
Onrad Wednesday October 13th, 1999 6:21:59 AM
Onrad rejoins the group, his face still slightly red. "I think House Millithor already knows. Remember the letter? The matron asked who the Lords of Diamonds were? But we should mention it anyway." Onrad downs his mineral water. "Well what are we waiting around here for. We've got to get to that "Well" tavern place don't we? Uh, Mitchifer, what time is it Menzoberranzan time?"
Mitchifer Wednesday October 13th, 1999 6:25:59 AM
"It's two and one half bells before midnight, Onrad. Your door is #667 when you're ready. Third door to your left on the 7th balcony up. Good luck Gents. Alot of people are watching the events of this night."
Kibo Wednesday October 13th, 1999 6:46:59 AM
(Using the ring of telepathy) ::Nonam, this is your conscience speaking. The Kibo is one nice guy, and you should go ahead and pay for his drink:: Kibo gets up and follows Onrad's lead to the door.
Gareth Wednesday October 13th, 1999 8:24:59 AM
finishes his meal and moves to the door with the others. "They DID commit to return your family heirlooms before we spoke, Onrad. We'll see if the Lord's keep their word. I wonder when they'll figure out I told them the wrong house? I'll enjoy that part."
Nonam Wednesday October 13th, 1999 5:40:59 PM
Nonam slowly finishes his food in an attempt to enjoy these last few minutes of peace.
Jus Thursday October 14th, 1999 1:43:59 AM
"Good idea, Nonam. No telling when we'll have a good meal again... or if, for some of us." Jus finishes his meal, and savors a mulled wine before going to the door. Nodding towards Gareth, Jus jokes with Nonam, "Think we'll be thrown in the brig for not following our shipmaster?"
Tericus Thursday October 14th, 1999 2:32:59 AM
turns to Onrad "Were we suppost to meet with someone here?"
Teko Thursday October 14th, 1999 3:26:59 AM
Teko orders a turkey leg and eats quickly before they go on.
Mitchifer Thursday October 14th, 1999 9:11:59 AM
Onrad still a little upset over the Masked 3, spins on Tericus and says, "How do you memorize your songs with a memory like that." He then begins to climb the stairs. A few moments later he turns back around and says, "Sorry Tericus, I took my frustrations out on you. It's just that those Diamonds guys kinda got to me I guess. Our instructions, unless I'm becoming forgetful too, is to meet someone from House Millithor in a tavern called The Well of Darkness tonight at midnight." Onrad goes to the balcony where the door is and then leans over looking waaaay down at the others still relaxing wondering if they're coming anytime soon.
Kibo Thursday October 14th, 1999 5:33:59 PM
Looking at Kibo, it is obvious that he is a seasoned veteran - despite the unsettling elements of the place, he remains focused on the upcoming mission. All of his items are perfectly placed for easy reach, and he exudes a feeling of confidence.
Gareth Thursday October 14th, 1999 6:18:59 PM
looks concerned at Jus. "I'm not your shipmaster or anything else. It's just those guys looked at me when they spoke and you were eyeing that dark lady over there. I have no desire for you to call me your leader - but I'll take the lead if you would like. But ONLY if you like. I've never been able to really lead before now, being ugly and all. But now I suppose people won't wince when I walk up so maybe I could do it. But I won't do it if you don't want me to. I sort of viewed us as a team of equals anyway. Don't you?". As the discussion continues Gareth waits at the door until all are ready. "OK then, do we need to be invisible or anything before we go in? I have no idea what to expect."
Nonam Friday October 15th, 1999 12:07:59 AM
Nonam makes sure that Onrad is up the stairs and looks at Jus, "I think we need to find Onrad a girl... Are you ready?" Nonam stands up and drinks the last of his water and heads upstairs. As he goes, he wonders how Gareth managed the trick of standing next to both the table and the door on the 2nd floor.
Tericus Friday October 15th, 1999 2:10:59 AM
after regainng his composure after Onrad's outburst at him, he finishes his drink and mutters to himself "He definatly needs a woman." the he works his way to the door with everyone else
Teko Friday October 15th, 1999 3:41:59 AM
Wiping his mouth and hands, Teko pays for his food and drink and meets Onrad at the door.
Jus Friday October 15th, 1999 5:12:59 AM
Jus looks up towards Gareth, surprised that Gareth heard his comment to Nonam. In response, Jus gives a great big grin, like he just proved some point he was trying to make. With one last glance towards the Lady in Purple, Jus heads up the stairs, taking them three steps at a time.
Hatchme (DM Jerry) Friday October 15th, 1999 9:42:59 AM
As the party prepares to open the door and step through, the door opens of it's own accord and a massive drow warrior steps through. He breaks the form of the elven physique in every way. He spots you and goes on alert for a second, his warrior instincts kicking in. Then after a moment he forces himself to relax. He speaks quickly pulling a "speaking stone" from his pocket. He speaks in drow, but the stone translates with a quirky feminine voice. "Good, I've caught you. I am Hatchme." He says this as if that were information enough about his credentials. "I am here of my own doing." He lowers his voice looking around nervously. "I wish you the luck of Ellistrae. When you arrive at House Baenre, count 6 guard stations from the center gate towards the east and look for this." He hands Kibo a brooch--a symbol of an upside down spider. "When you find the right one, trace it three times and enter. follow this repeating symbol for what may be the safest route to the Matron's Private Chambers. I know you have no reason to trust me, but you will probably die this day for a noble cause. Be aware that there are house passwords and signs that you will need to know or learn as you go from those you defeat, or you will truly perish. Keep an eye out for those you might get information from and by what ever means." He turns to exit once again by the door, pauses, and turns around once more, his face etched with personal pain. "If my information aids you in your quest, and you do survive, please mention my help to Matron Millithor along with my....my desire to.....to submit myself to her.....on the surface." He stands there a second looking pensive, and then once again thinking as a warrior, whirls around and exits through the door closing it behind him.
Nonam Friday October 15th, 1999 5:17:59 PM
"Don't leap after him, this could very well be an ambush. Give me just a second to see if this thing is magic. If it is, then we need to find out more about it before we carry it into Menzoberranzan. If it's mundane, then it probably is just a guide marker like he said... oh, and Kibo, I'd make sure that it isn't covered in poison. Any other suggestions, Gareth?" Nonam casts 'detect magic.'
Kibo Friday October 15th, 1999 5:41:59 PM
Kibo says to Nonam, "It is almost certainly going to register as magic -- just about anything down Below seems to. Hatchme is telling the truth." After everyone is satisfied, Kibo pins the brooch on the inside of his cloak. Set a little at ease with the scouting information provided, Kibo casts his glance around the huge tavern, taking in the carnival-like atmosphere, and says, "As the gods give me life, there will always be money in this madhouse. Money better spent on the needy."
Gareth Sunday October 17th, 1999 6:32:59 PM
looks Hatchme up and down. "We will indeed mention your contribution to Matron Milithor. Good luck to us all! As Nonam analyses he shakes his head at the question. Once the broach issue is resolved you see the significant change in the warrior's intense demeanor. "It's showtime guys. Let's pull together and get it done." He looks into the eyes of everyone - you know he's not joking. "We have no issues between us. We stand together - or we die. Let's go!". If nobody has any last words he turns and opens the door - and walks through.
Gareth Sunday October 17th, 1999 8:05:59 PM
[OOC: After the broach issue is resolved really means after the broach is resolved. Nonam's spell and any opinions, etc. Jumped the gun a bit - sorry]
Onrad Monday October 18th, 1999 12:56:59 AM
After Nonam is satisfied that the brooch is not a "tag", Onrad sets his face, his visage grim, checks to see that all his supplies are where he wants them, and removes the peacebond on his sword. As Gareth steps through, he goes next stepping through so as to arrive on Gareth's left flank.
Jus Monday October 18th, 1999 1:56:59 AM
Just touches his ladybug pin for good luck. He quick looks down with a frown when he realizes its gone. "Ah, yes...", he mumbles to no one in particular as he remembers the little girl he gave it to. Already forgetting his possibly fate once he enters this door, Jus says a silent prayer for the girl; wishing her safety, security, and a long life.
Tericus Monday October 18th, 1999 2:06:59 AM
gripping his staff tightly and humming quietly to himself, his usualy carefree face set with a solomn expression, Tericus steps through the door behind Onrad and Gareth, ready to use his spells in their defense.
Teko Monday October 18th, 1999 3:37:59 AM
When Teko sees that the others have already taken to walking through the door, he looks, quickly, cheerfully, but non-chalantly, behind him. Then he steps through the door, wondering to himself whether the Drow have anything like stars in which he might gain a glimpse of the dark future of the Three.
Welcome to a Black Lightmare! (DM Jerry) d10=4 d10=7 Monday October 18th, 1999 7:15:59 AM
The device registers no magic. As Gareth, Onrad, Tericus, and Teko enter they find themselves in a slum. A beautiful "black light poster" slum. As you catch your breath with the sight, there is no time to do other than catch your breath for exiting just behind you from the normal inn that exists here as the worst in Menzoberranzan, named the Lizardking Lounge, are 3 legendary creatures with tentacles where they're mouths should be. The Mind Flayers seeing what might be free prey and someone in their way, grunt and attack. (The four of you in first need to roll surprise. You were prepared for threats to the front, but not the rear.) The party wins initiative despite this however as our four spin towards the Illithid.
(DM Jerry) Monday October 18th, 1999 7:17:59 AM
[The party now has 1st initiative. The Illithid,or Mind Flayers, have an AC of 5.]
Nonam 5d4(4+3+4+4+4)+5=24 Monday October 18th, 1999 8:10:59 AM
Nonam's mouth elicits a foul curse about people barging in without being prepared. Nevertheless, he brings 'magic missle' to mind and steps through. On seeing the mind flayers, he chokes off an 'I told you so' and lets loose at the nearest one with the spell (24pts dmg).
Kibo d100=71 d100=92 Monday October 18th, 1999 4:12:59 PM
Sensing Nonam's reaction, Kibo slips through and attempts to sneak around the combatants, preparing for a backstab (Hide in Shadows 100% and Move Silently 97% chances).
Gareth d20=19 d20=19 d8+10=12 d8+10=18 Monday October 18th, 1999 6:44:59 PM
"Prey upon this!" The indignant warrior hisses as he attacks the first of the flayers (not the one Nonam zapped) with two cross strokes, one left, one right making a gaping x shaped wound on the first one (hit AC -12 for 30 DMG).
Gareth d10=7 d10=8 Monday October 18th, 1999 7:45:59 PM
is not suprised by the Illithid and reacts quickly to their presence - he was ready for anything - almost... He thinks as he cuts "What's happened to me? These things should not have made me jump like that. I am not reacting as quickly as I should be. Maybe it's just my imagination..." (2nd suprise roll to accomodate slower reaction without freaking out)
Jus d3=1 d20=12 d20+1=3 d8+1=4 Monday October 18th, 1999 10:52:59 PM
"Let's have some fun," Jus says as he walks through the door into the land of death. Seeing a melee already in progress, Jus pulls out his swords and attacks the one which suffered Nonam's missiles (rolled to see which). His first attack strikes a glancing blow (a12/ac-1) for 4 hp damage. Slow to pull his secondary sword out, Jus is unable to score a second hit.
Tericus d20=10 d20=9 Tuesday October 19th, 1999 1:37:59 AM
not surprised in the least, Tericus moves besides Jus and attacks the same one he did, but the foul creature sidesteps his swing at the last second. then he notices the tenticals wiggeling from the mind flayer's mouth "Ut oh."
Teko d10=5 4d4(3+2+2+4)+4=15 Tuesday October 19th, 1999 4:17:59 AM
Teko, not surprised, casts an Improved Phantasmal Force of Magic Missile at the same Mind Flayer that Nonam attacked. The flayer takes 15 additional points of damage.
Onrad d20=6 d20=15 d20=16 d8=4 d8=7 Tuesday October 19th, 1999 8:13:59 AM
Onrad seeing the opportunity to perhaps finish one off before it ever attacks and afraid of what those attacks might be like, and also seeing most of the rest of the party concentrating on the one Nonam attacked, spins to join Gareth and attacks the same one as he. He attacks three times using his 2 weapon style hitting twice for (5 and 8)a total of 13 points of damage. Onrad then uses the remainer of his movement to withdraw from the creature seeing that Gareth is still there to hold position. Onrad then turns to survey the situation and see where he will be needed next.
Onrad d10=4 Tuesday October 19th, 1999 8:14:59 AM
(Surprise check)
Flailing Tentacles (DM Jerry) Tuesday October 19th, 1999 8:17:59 AM
(Party Results) Flayer #2 is destroyed by Nonam, Jus, and Teko's mighty attacks. Flayer #1 withstands the attacks of the not quite so mighty Gareth and Onrad.
The Illithid (DM Jerry) Tuesday October 19th, 1999 8:22:59 AM
Illithid #1 is dead. Illithid #2 manuvers to the side of Gareth and then faces him and the rest of the party. He attacks all with a cone of pale gray light. (Save vs. Wands or be stunned.) Illithid #3 who was not attacked, backs about 50' from the party and then does the same firing a second pale grey cone of light. (Save vs. Wands again or be stunned.)
Nonam d20=15 d20=9 5d4(3+4+2+4+2)+5=20 Tuesday October 19th, 1999 3:57:59 PM
Nonam withstands both rays, if only barely. He contemplates a big spell to finish things off quickly but decides speed and stealth are the key here. So, he blasts the uninjured illithid with a series of 5 more deadly magic missles. The fiery bolts streak to their nightmarish target doing 20 pts dmg.
Gareth d20=17 d20=13 d20=6 d20=17 d8+10=14 d8+10=17 Tuesday October 19th, 1999 7:17:59 PM
smiles as he shrugs off the two attacks and begins his assault anew slashing the Illithid once again in the form of a true warrior (14 or 31 DMG). If Illithid #2 falls with the first attack he closes on #3 with his very intimidating bull rush. With an intense glare he delivers his 2nd attack across its face and torso (17 dmg). The much lighter warrior marvels at the ease of movement allowed by his new armor. He closes twice as fast as he could in metal armor!
Gareth Tuesday October 19th, 1999 7:18:59 PM
[OOC: If Gareth is hit by the attack of #3, wouldn't #2 be caught in the ray as well? Not that it appears to matter...]
Tericus d20=2 d20=17 Wednesday October 20th, 1999 1:47:59 AM
taking the blast from the first mind flayer head on, Tericus falls to the ground, clutching his head in pain, but he is able to resist the second one's attack
Teko d20=4 d20=12 Wednesday October 20th, 1999 3:48:59 AM
Teko's hands rush to his head. He staggers with the mind-blow of the first attack (with a roll of 4). He gathers enough composure (with a roll of 12)to resist the second attack, but can do little more than remain standing.
Kibo d20=3 d20=3 Wednesday October 20th, 1999 4:52:59 AM
Belatedly, Kibo realizes that his tactic has failed, as he collapses in a heap on the ground near the Inn's wall, in the darkest of shadows...
Jus Wednesday October 20th, 1999 6:55:59 AM
Jus attempts to dodge the Illithid's cone of light. The sudden presence of a supernatural being enforces its will against Jus by declaring natural effects cannot be dodged. Jus collapses to the ground stunned. With a whisper in his mind, Jus asks who this entity is, to which the reply is heard, "Your Campaign Master". [ie: Saving throws rolled earlier, failed one unless I could dodge, Jerry nixed the dodge]
Onrad d20=12 d20=8 Wednesday October 20th, 1999 7:18:59 AM
Onrad makes the first save and fails the second. With a look at Gareth that says both, 'Here I go down again,' and 'Please don't let me die,' he spins very nonelegantly and collapses, a look of surprise and fear on his face.
Gareth d2=1 d20=18 d8+10=14 Wednesday October 20th, 1999 7:54:59 AM
Gets the attack on the Illithid and demonstrates that it should have thought about it's mortality sooner as the warrior makes a solid and crushing blow across the back of the last enemy standing. If the creature somehow survives the warrior chases the creature straight into the lounge not willing to give up Onrad so easily.
John Was Never Any Good At Dodgeball (DM Jerry) d2=2 d20=14 Wednesday October 20th, 1999 8:10:59 AM
(Party results) Those who fail the roll remain conscious, but cannot think or act without help. Nonam strikes at Illithi #3 with one Magic Missile after another, spinning the creature around and around. Gareth, with a mighty stroke takes out Illithid #1. Strangely, this does not release Tericus or Teko from their condition. Gareth bull rushes the third Mind Flayer and hits it cutting into it's chest. It remains. Realizing it's mortality, it breaks from Gareth. Gareth rolls even. The Mind Flayer rushes forward and pick up Onrad without even slowing down. it occurs to the logical part of Nonam's mind that this maneuver was done with the skill of a move that has been done again and again. He then races past Nonam, (making his dexterity check) and enters the ramshackle Lair of the Lizardking Lounge disappearing into it's interior.
Alone With The Lizard (DM Jerry) Wednesday October 20th, 1999 8:13:59 AM
A lone figure exiting the Lair of the Lizardking Lounge is pushed aside as the Mind Flayer rushes into the inn with the stunned Onrad in tow. He quickly surveys the scene of the mostly stunned party.
Carry Me Away (DM Jerry) Wednesday October 20th, 1999 8:14:59 AM
(It is now the party's initiative.)
Kibo Wednesday October 20th, 1999 3:48:59 PM
Lying sideways against the crevice of the Inn wall and the pavement, Kibo's eyes take in the situation without comprehending it. A rock under his left shoulder blade would usually cause him to shift for comfort, and yet he continues to lie there.
Saire Wednesday October 20th, 1999 9:45:59 PM
Saire, peering into the street realizes that these people probably will be chasing after the fleeing creature with the thing on it's shoulder. So he steps back into the bar backwards; moves a step to his left and puts his back to the wall (facing into the bar). Saire says under his breath, "Thank all holy Karinthis... humans! Now is my chance to get out of this place." Saire moves forward to half his movement rate in pursuit of the fleeing creature, while uttering a command word "catch'm". Then in a flash a rope shoots from Saire to entangle the fleeing creature. (Rope of Entanglement: No save)
Gareth d20=15 d8+10=15 d20=9 d8+10=16 d20=8 Wednesday October 20th, 1999 10:37:59 PM
curses under his breath as his apparently successful attack was a Figment :) of his imagination... he gives chase to the illithid into the bar and as his feet become entangled the warrior decends upon him and pins him to the ground with his sword. If the beast still moves he stabs him again (31 dmg total). He grabs his friend and the rope of the stranger and proceeds to the door pausing only long enough the see if anyone has a problem with him leaving a dead flayer on the floor. If they do he coldly turns to them and dangerously reminds them "This one and his two buddies thought they would eat us. That was the biggest mistake they ever made! Don't make the same!". As he leaves he tosses the rope to the stranger "Thanks for your help. I was hoping not to have to chase that thing down. We are short on time.". Thinking better of saying his name in public (made wisdom check!) he continues "Perhaps we can visit outside?"
Nonam Thursday October 21st, 1999 12:26:59 AM
Nonam uses the telepathy ring to speak to Kibo, "Try to fight it. You can get up." While using the ring, the mage rushes to Jus, "Can you get up?" He starts pulling him to the shadows where Kibo is hidden in an effort to get the elf off the street. Nonam keeps an eye on Teko and Tericus ready to help them if a horde of Drow come chasing Gareth out of the tavern.
Tericus Thursday October 21st, 1999 1:57:59 AM
seeing the mind flayer carry off Onrad, Tericus tries to stand up, but just falls in a heap on the ground. after seeing Onrad's rescue, he breathes a deep sigh, and tries to get up again, but he isnt able to move from his spot
Teko Thursday October 21st, 1999 4:04:59 AM
Teko sways from side to side in a way that would seem funny in other circumstances. He trys to focus his thoughts, but they scatter with every external sight and sound. Still, because of the danger, he forces his eyes to stay open. He waits it out.
Jus Thursday October 21st, 1999 4:21:59 AM
Jus shakes the cobwebs out of his head and looks around, "Yea, I'm fine, Nonam. Thanks. Hey, where's Gareth and Onrad!" As he hears Gareth inside the inn, Jus sheaths one of his swords and starts to head inside. At the last moment, he sees Tericus, Teko, and Kibo still on the ground and decides to stay and protect them (rolled against wisdom).
Jus Thursday October 21st, 1999 4:46:59 AM
Jus shakes the cobwebs out of his head and looks around, "Yea, I'm fine, Nonam. Thanks. Hey, where's Gareth and Onrad!" As he hears Gareth inside the inn, Jus sheaths one of his swords and starts to head inside. At the last moment, he sees Tericus, Teko, and Kibo still on the ground and decides to stay and protect them (rolled against wisdom).
Onrad Thursday October 21st, 1999 4:48:59 AM
Onrad looks up at the big mean Illithid and says, "Brother? Konrad? Is that you? Good. Someone needs to rescue me."
DM Jerry d20=3 Thursday October 21st, 1999 5:05:59 AM
(Party Results) The Illithid does not save vs. the Rope of Entanglement (rolls a 3). He and Onrad are wrapped head to foot and together with the long rope. Gareth enters and stabs the helpless illithid slaughtering the vile thing leaving Onrad and the dead Illithid still wrapped up together. Gareth makes his speech to the denizens of the bar as they rise, many heading for the kitchen door others racing around Gareth and the stranger and out the front. Gareth is unable to undo the rope. Those stunned continue to be stunned. Jus sees Hobgoblin, Flayers, Drow, and even a drider come rushing out of the bar scattering in various directions once exited.
DM Jerry Thursday October 21st, 1999 5:06:59 AM
(Combat is over for the moment.)
Kibo d20=18 Thursday October 21st, 1999 2:37:59 PM
At Nonam's mental prompting, Kibo rises, swaying slightly, but continues to stare into the distance.
Teko Thursday October 21st, 1999 5:40:59 PM
Teko continues to fight for a clear head.
Nonam d100=52 d100=71 Thursday October 21st, 1999 5:44:59 PM
Nonam cries out, "Let's be invisible and gone. Help the fallen." He pulls out the catstaff and silently hides in the shadows near Kibo. While doing so, he keeps encouraging the halfling through the ring, "Fight it off. It's in your mind. It's not real. The creatures are dead. You can get up." He keeps an eye on Teko and Tericus to make sure someone else gets them.
Gareth d20=8 Thursday October 21st, 1999 6:46:59 PM
picks up the bundle of both the dead flayer and Onrad (made strength check by plenty) and leaves quickly but in clearly no panic. Once outside he makes sure everyone is accounted for and close together. "Invisible is good, Nonam but first I would ask our newly found ally to remove his rope from our compatriot here and to tell us who he is."
Saire Thursday October 21st, 1999 9:42:59 PM
"But my ro..." Saire follows Gareth outside... Hearing Gareth's request Saire utters command word to his rope "let go". "I seem to have everyone all tied up. I do apologize!" "Allow me to introduce myself... oh I see there are more of you in the shadows... I, uh normally don't talk to strangers, specially down here, but I'm uh, in a bit of a fix right now, and seeing as your accent is Ellenian, and that would be the first Ellenians I've seen since I got in this little fix... (breath) my name is Saire Newson of Newsun and Son Incorporated, I'm sure you've heard of us. Oh yah! Maybe we should talk over there in the shadows by the halfling." Saire rolls up the rope now that it is free. Saire is 4'11" and a bit portly. The warriors might think Saire a pretty sad excuse for a human. Brown curly hair, grey/blue eyes and a big nose. Appears to be about 34yrs. Cloak/boots/satchel/leather/Short Sword.
Gareth Thursday October 21st, 1999 10:23:59 PM
Drops the illithid in a heap near his buddies and carries Onrad over to the others and begins to try and revive him. "I thank you for your assistance, Saire. We haven't much time to dally but I wouldn't leave a fellow Ellenian down here so you are free to travel with us. How have you been traveling about? We intend to do so invisibly once everyone gains their wits back."
Jus Friday October 22nd, 1999 12:45:59 AM
Jus helps the others to the shadows. Then, remembering Hatchme's words, Jus examines the Illithid's for any items, signals, or signs that might be useful.
Saire Friday October 22nd, 1999 3:39:59 AM
Saire looks up at Gareth, "Noble warrior, I was foolish to come here, but not so foolish as to come without some form of cloaking. And I would be honored to travel with you! It looks like you guys are my only real ticket out of here." Saire stops a moment and examines the party, "Are you guys alright?" "Those squid heads were looking for a fight earlier in the bar, Looks like you guys gave 'em what they were looking for. haha!" Saire lowers his voice and looks around the dark avenue, "We've been here far too long, we must be moving. Moving... moving... always must be moving... (sounds scared) Banrea has watchers about I'm sure of it. Say, how do you guys stay together if your all invisible?"
Tericus Friday October 22nd, 1999 3:43:59 AM
After being dragged to the shadows, he just lays there like a slug, motionless
Out of the Fire... (DM Jerry) Friday October 22nd, 1999 6:42:59 PM
Jus finds no distinguishing marks on the bloody pulp that Gareth has created for his inspection. The "shadows" turns out to be an alley around the corner from the Lizardking Lounge. Those not stunned catch your breath and bearings. You count yourselves lucky to have escaped from the brutal attack with no permanent physical damage. You look around the huge cavern city which is Menzoberranzan. The cavern is dimly and oddly lit with purple, blue, and green light coming from varying hues of fungi, magical fields of various sorts and deliberately placed fairie fires. The cavern no longer shows much of its original configuration. Every stalactite and pillar is decorated with huge cut jewels and rings of gold. The area of the city within which you find yourselves is the most rundown area of the city by comparison that you can see. Saire informs you that it is indeed The Stenchstreets. The name is apt. Everywhere it smells here in the manner of a sewer. Further on you see the various houses, each looking like a fortress surrounded by walls glowing with energy fields and magical wards. The size of this cavern is immense. There must be over 50,000 drow living in this huge breche. You see trains of slaves being taken or retrieved from the mines, merchants of varying races bartering or looking suspicious. One competent and intelligent looking Lizard Man Merchant nods slightly at Saire, then turns back to the drow who silently signs something and then takes a pink glowing potion from the man in exchange for a dark purple gem. There are a surprising number of minotaurs, illithid, bugbears, orcs, and other hirelings. The streets are of solid, smooth rock. The sounds of the street are rather hushed--and yet always noisy. Silence spells have been placed on various stalactites, spurs and hollows on the ceiling so that there are no echoes in the huge cavern. Carts are drawn with subterranean lizards and the occasional slug. Through the street traffic to your far right, a moving barge, floating 6 feet above the ground, parts the traffic in the same way that large ships cleave through the many small moving barges and boats in Harbor City. Nobles riding lizards and princesses riding on litters carried by slaves follow the barge in procession. A Matron is making the rounds. Scurrying above this procession are personal bodyguards on flying disks, their feet held in place by glowing straps. A couple of minotaurs pick up the bodies of the remaining two illithid snorting at them to see if their meat is still fresh. You discern that several beings who had begun to watch your efforts against the Illithid are dispersing rather quickly as well with the disgorging of patrons from the bar as well as the procession coming down the street. If the combat had taken much longer, you might have had a crowd.
Kibo Sunday October 24th, 1999 5:53:59 PM
Kibo continues to stare into the distance, breathing slightly ever so often.
Teko Sunday October 24th, 1999 6:39:59 PM
Teko still struggles against the effect of the mind flayer attack.
Gareth Sunday October 24th, 1999 7:39:59 PM
looks to the others, especially those who appear to be having trouble getting their heads clear. "Nonam, Jus, this is beyond me. I have no idea how to help these guys snap out of it. All I know is we better get invisible and gone fast. How do we help them - or do we just carry them with us? I can carry two if necessary."
Saire Sunday October 24th, 1999 9:28:59 PM
"It looks like you could carry them, perhaps you should... and then we can escape down the alley. Where to after that, I don't know. Why won't they snap out of it?" Saire walks down the alley about 15 feet and peers into the darkness. 30ft infravision.
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