Alec Tuesday December 28th, 1999 11:41:59 PM
Alec, having followed Trace, and Sly to the fork in the road, waits patiently for Cirg and hopefully, Pip. Speaking to Trace, "Although I am not of elvin blood, I do have some knowledge of elvin culture. I feel honored that Sly would entrust me to the knowledge of his peoples roadways, as these must be closely guarded secrets." Alec then makes use of the next fifteen minutes searching the surrounding vegetation, looking for a pigmented herb that he might use to conceal the mark that each of the party now bear.
Trace Wednesday December 29th, 1999 4:22:59 AM
Trace strats down the road as Sly pointed out make his way silently with Luke looking for anything conspicious while also looking ro small game for Luke to eat.
Sly Foxx Wednesday December 29th, 1999 11:53:59 PM
Sly looks around the ground, and finds three round stones (pheasant size eggs), Then goes into his pocket and takes out three strips of leader (about three feet long and about 1/2inch wide). Them smooths down the stones, then wrap the stones at one end of the strip of leather, afther doing this, Sly ties the ends together, he says to the party "After I have finish this Bolo we will leave here and start down the road. This Bolo will make a fine snare for when we get hungry".
Guardian Solomar Thursday December 30th, 1999 7:41:59 PM
Guardian watches Sly make his bolo, relaxing now in the ebb of action, when there is certain to be more of a flow later. "So, Sly Foxx, is 'round ears' a term of endearment or a derogatory curse word?"
Cirg Thursday December 30th, 1999 9:04:59 PM
Cirg figures he should start with the inn in case Gniffle or Pip returned there. Seeing the obviously disorientated Pip, but otherwise unharmed, getting served a drink, Cirg digs out a packet of gray powder from his medi-kit as he stomps over to the small one, apparently talking to himself. Dumping the powder into Pip's drink, Cirg stares down at the fellow townie. "That'll quicken up yer wits a mite. Drink or no drink. Alec can check ya out betta when ya sees 'em. The others almost left w'out ya. Don't suppose you've seen Gniffle in your wanderin's? Look. Get yerself out to ta the others so they can see no shadow ate ya. Tell 'em ta please wait a 'mo more ifen they would. I'll see 'bouts finding Gniffle. Should no be too hard ta find someone what has seen 'em. How many of his kind did da Wise Ones presents ta the town today afta all." Cirg gives Pip instructions on where to find the others, then heads off to find Gniffle.
Sly Foxx Thursday December 30th, 1999 10:19:59 PM
Sly finishes the Bolo, then looks the Guardian in the eyes (with a crooked smile on his face) and replies, "It is a semi term of endearment to those strangers that has slighted you, in this case, by not introducing ones self when they first met." and then winks at him. Looking down the road to Heranmar, Sly sees a lone figure coming up the road. Thinks to himself-'good luck Cirg you found one.' Then turns to the party and tell them "when the little one meets up with us, we'll start of for Trade Road." turns and walks slowly along Eastern Road heading East.
Pip Goodfield Friday December 31st, 1999 1:36:59 AM
Pip looks up a Cirg, and then down at his drink, shrugs, and drinks it down as quickly as he can, coughing a bit at the end, as he rushes after Cirg. "Where did you say they're waiting?"
Sir Thomas Friday December 31st, 1999 2:41:59 AM
Sir Thomas listens to both parties sides as they argue and wants to speak up on the side of Cirg. He knows that that is the honorable stand to make. Unfortunately an internal conflict about something or other draws his mind from what is going on without. When he comes back to it, Cirg is gone. Thomas thinks to himself, "this is no good, I wonder what all I missed indeed." When the group starts to make its way with Pip and without Cirg or Gniffle he flags down Sly. He calmly explains his desire, "I know good sir that we disagree on this point, but I would like to wait behind for Cirg and hopefully Gniffle. If you would kindly tell me which direction to travel and what landmarks to look for I promise that we will catch up. I would also ask that you wait to give us some time to catch up when you reach the magic road. I will wait here an hour before I go look for Cirg in town. Then I will double time it and travel without rest until I catch you. That is, IF I find nothing of our missing friends. In the event that I find them, I still promise to catch up, but as for the speed of travel, that would have to rest with the others in the group. I would urge them to hurry. And on top of that, it is only an hour or two that we will be behind. Please sir, I am not trying to stir up another argument, but I could not live with myself if we left them behind and that was the cause of their death. I am already responsible for too much ill happenings with letting the bell fall in the first place. Give me this chance to begin righting what I have made wrong. The rest, I hope to make up on my own, but I must ask this chance from you as you are the only one that knows the way. We WILL catch you before you take the road. You have my word on my family's name and standing with my Lords Alemi and Domi. I will not allow us to be left behind. What say you sir?" He stands holding his breath hoping that his word will be good enough for Sly to tell him the way to find the group.
Cirg d4=2 d4=2 d4+6=7 Friday December 31st, 1999 2:01:59 PM
(HP additions and number of level 2 spells can learn) Cirg pauses to give Pip the directions again and urge him to get there as fast as possible. Then he continues on his search for information on Gniffle.
Sly Foxx Friday December 31st, 1999 5:39:59 PM
Sly stop in his path, turns to face Sir Thomas and wait for him to come to him. Sly knows that this man is very honorable man. So now he must tell them all about the road and his part he is to fill in this mystery. "Sir Thomas," Sly relates, "Your part in this quest we were set on, is not of our making, the moment the bell chose us, our faith was sealed. Now I know what part I have to do in this quest, and that is to lead all of you to the Lords in the Elven Capitol, and you can only get there by the Elven Road. Even if I was to leave you a map or a sign as to were the Road begins, you will never find it, because you are not Elves. The road is NOT on the ground here." Sly pats the ground and then stands again,and point to the sky. "It's up there, over the tree tops. That's why I have to teach Trace how to find the trees that is at the start and end of these roads. Once I have shown him how to find these trees and roads, he'll always know. Thats because he is an ELF." Sly come closer to Sir Thomas and Looks him in the eyes, "Have you notice since we left town, I have been using my hands in gestures, that again is a language we HUNTERS use when chasing game. I have not abandoned Cirg or Pip, I have no less than three buddies watching them, They tell me that Pip has been found, and should be with us in about an hour." Pointing down the road,"about two hours march is the Abby where every thing started us. We can take another peek there? Then a little ways down the road is the Firefly Inn, We can take a peek there too. them I have to forfil me part in this Mystery. Come, my Friend, you are in my Continent now, and every thing here is quite diffrent. You must Trust Me, just like I trust you with my life." Sly walks down road making a few more gestures.
Alec d20=5 d4=4 d4=2 Friday December 31st, 1999 9:32:59 PM
Alec returns from the roadside brush with a yellowish looking leaf. He spits on the back of his hand where the mark is, then proceeds to rub the leaf back and forth over it. Before long the mark appears to blend in with the color of the surrounding skin, until it is all but gone to a casual observer (past herbalism prof). Alec throws the leaf to the ground, and smiles at his handiwork. As he waits he removes the hemp rope from his pack, and amuses himself by tying knots of various kinds, eventually tying the end of the rope into a loop with a slip knot, and begins throwing it at a broken tree branch near the road, pulling the rope tight everytime he hits his target. Speaking to Sly as he casts his rope, "I see you have a spell book too, as do Cirg and I. Am I correct in guessing you to be a magic user? I would be very interested in learning new spells from you or your elvin brothers. Do you know of places in the capitol city we are traveling to where I perhaps could learn some of the local magics?" (d4=4 and 2 for HP)
Trace d10=9 d10=9 Sunday January 2nd, 2000 6:44:59 AM
(ooc: rolls are for my hp increase) Trace circles and starts making his way back to the group. He can see in the distance some one is making their way to the group as well.
Sly Foxx Sunday January 2nd, 2000 10:08:59 PM
Sly turns and smiles, and walks further down the road, Looks at Alec and relates, "I don't remember the shops in the Capitol. I was too young then, as for my magic, I use it for hunting, you see we ELVES are magic creatures and magic has always been part of our lives. Just ask Tracy, He'll tell you. Now let's be on our way." Turns and lead them all down the road.
D.M. (Lady Justice) Sunday January 2nd, 2000 11:34:59 PM
The crone appears walking out of the woods in front of the party. "Greetings, You have been tested and we fear for you all. To let differences separate you over such a distance, makes you easy pickings for the King. Gniffle will not be re-joining you for a while, when he does he will be carrying an amulet like this," She shows a broach in the shape of a lions head, The eyes of the cat seem to be weeping. "Do not let personal ideals separate that which has formed you together. Remember, you are to be saved or damned by your choices alone, as are everyone you meet." With that she turns and disappears into the forest.
Pip Goodfield Monday January 3rd, 2000 1:14:59 AM
Pip thanks Cirg, then runs off towards the rest of the group, going through the town and countryside as fast as his legs can carry him.
Trace Monday January 3rd, 2000 5:28:59 AM
Trace can only shake his head know that if Crig were here he would problaly be hearing him screaming out a big fat "I told you so". Oh well please just let the old man hurry.
Sly Foxx Monday January 3rd, 2000 4:34:59 PM
Sly stop and bows to Lady Justice. Then listens to what She said 'Tested ?' When she is ready to leave, Sly bows again and turns to the rest of the party. "So Cirg was right there was another one of you in this party, I never met him but this is going to be a good adventure, if i was a fighter, But I'm not If only you would teach me a few moves. Oh well we might as well get the the Road to the Elven Capitol, once on the road I'll be glad to follow you again. This way Trace will be waiting for us."
Cirg Monday January 3rd, 2000 5:13:59 PM
Not having been contacted by a Wise One, Cirg continues his search for Gniffle.
Sir Thomas Monday January 3rd, 2000 8:02:59 PM
Speaking to Sly, "I see. I did not know that you had been looking out for our friends and missing companions. I will follow you good sir." When Lady Justice comes to them from the trees with her disturbing message Sir Thomas bows his head in shame. He does not take failure lightly. When Lady Justice disappears he looks to the group. "The Wise One says we have failed. I have been taught that failure is weakness. Let's learn from our failure so that we can become stronger from it. In the end, when we face the Shadow King it will be the strength that we have developed from this point on that will make the difference in our victory. Wise words from Sir Brown a fellow knight tell us that 'success is measured by how high you bounce when you fail.' I believe he is right. Let us push on with the sky at our fingertips and success in our hearts. We will defeat this Shadow King by building our strength starting NOW." Sir Thomas looks each party member in the face to show them that he has no pity for himself nor any of them, but that he is very serious. As they begin walking on their way Sir Thomas catches up to Sly. "Sly, I would like to share a bit about sword-play with you if you would listen." He waits for the yes that signals the beginning of his teching session. "Since you carry a sword I assume that you know the rudaments of how to hold a sword for striking?" As they walk he continues his teaching as best suits the skill level of Sly. "Remember that the most important skill with a blade is your own personal defense. It does you no good to make a good strike if you die from your enemies' strike as well. Your best bet in combat is to remain in defense until you see an opening in your enemy's defense. THEN you strike and return to your defense as quickly as you can. This is why it is sword play, because it looks as if the too are playing with each other until one makes a mistake. Here are a few parry moves that will help you stay alive until you can strike cleanly." Sir Thomas shows Sly some parrying tactics. And they continue to walk down the road.
Pip Goodfield Monday January 3rd, 2000 11:56:59 PM
Pip finally catches up with the group, very much out of breath. "Hey...guys!" He wheezes. "Sorry...I...was...late..."
D.M. (Anthony) Tuesday January 4th, 2000 1:15:59 AM
The party is suddenly struck with the realization that they are still not whole, devided we fall?
Alec Tuesday January 4th, 2000 5:06:59 AM
Alec greats Pip heartily, "We were about to leave without you! Glad you could make it Pip." Alec looks down the road trying to spot Cirg. When he does not see him, Alec is the first to retrace his steps back to town, looking for Cirg. When he finds Cirg, Alec relates the information about Gniffle, and walks with Cirg back to the rest of the group, who are hopefully still waiting for them.
Trace Tuesday January 4th, 2000 6:53:59 AM
Trace makes it back to the group at the fork in the road were finnaly everyone is back together except Gniffel where he will meet us at a later time. "Well I am glad the group is back together. I for one say no more splitting up. Even if it is to the store we all go. Well everyone ready as you can guess I am." Lets go.
Cirg Tuesday January 4th, 2000 3:18:59 PM
When Alec fetches him Cirg starts back, grilling Alec for details on what transpired in his absence. To record in his journal later. When they have rejoined the others and finally started off Cirg ponders on the words of the Wise One. When the group pauses in their journy Cirg addresses them all. "I been thinkin' bout da words of da Wise One. And I'll no be accetin' that we failed this test of theirs. Was they wat are failin'. By their own words it be by our choices and actions that this will be resolved. Ifen we pretends ta be somethin' we are not, we builds upon a false foundation. If we is ta be damned, then let us be damned fer what we really are. The Wise Ones have shown they do not know all of this. They knew abouts Gniffle all along, yet delayed in sharing this with us. And still told us nothin' bouts what happens if one of da pieces of da Bell be lost ta us. We canna let the Wise Ones, nor any other, try ta mold us into doing their bidding ta solve dis. Somehow's we must mold our differences to our common purpose. Da elves have shown a tendency ta movin' on. I fer thinkin' things out more, a carry over from me magical studies. Others is still reluctant ta put forth their ideas. We failed no test. We have only know each other for a coupla days or less. By Yawnrha's sweet nether hole, there be a reason we of these parts keeps worship of da ghods da a min. So. Fer the mo our task is simple. Get all of us ta the elf lands. Dat be Sly's job. So, da keep things simple, why do we not let Sly call da shots until we is there. What march order we keeps, when we stops, what guards we set. And nothing prevents Sly from asking da rest of us fer our opinion."
Sly Foxx Tuesday January 4th, 2000 3:34:59 PM
Sly turns at the voice of Pip, and also greets him" Hello there, I'm very glad to see you again" Looks down the road and see one of his hunting buddies, that is now waving at them. "AHA I see my friend Willow tell me that Cirg will soon be with us." turns to the rest of the pary and ask " I'm glade we are all back together again, who was the leader of this party before I met you all? Because you'll be the first ones to go up to the road" Now they are at the cross roads of Eastern Road and Trade Road. "The Magic path is just a little ways into the woods across the road there." then they all set off across the Trader Road and into the woods.
Alec Tuesday January 4th, 2000 11:04:59 PM
"I don't think that I was the leader of the party, Sly. We have not really had any organization so far, but it is something that we may want to consider if we are to remain unified as the Wise Ones said was so important. My vote would go to the Paladin Sir Thomas." Alec moves with the group tward the magic path.
D.M. (Anthony) Wednesday January 5th, 2000 1:32:59 AM
The rain lets up a bit.
Trace Wednesday January 5th, 2000 7:25:59 AM
For once Trace dosent say a word and listens to the group while they make their way to the magic roads.
Sly Foxx Wednesday January 5th, 2000 4:21:59 PM
They all arrived in Grey Downs, the rain has all but stop. Turns to Trace and says to him "stay close now and open all your sences." walks into what looks like a glen of Mighty Oaks, on the ground the grass looks and feels like green velvet, the Trees in the middle of this glen are massive and very tall, the leaves are very large and translucent. Comming to the center Sly turns to Trace and with a sweep of one arm, says to him "Can you feel it? Listen to your senses, it is like a wisper of a cool wind, softly wispering arround your heart? That means theres a tree with the road HERE. Now Brother lets look for the TREE." Sly starts to touch this tree and then that tree, when they all get to the center of the glen, and Sly touches this big, beautiful tree. Sly turns to trace and says " Brother, put your hand on the bark of this tree, and feel the vibrations of LIFE in this tree....This is the one, it has the road...Now lets look for the door. Put your hands on its bark, like this (sly puts his hand on the bark, waits for Trace to do the same) and walk arround the tree." They walk arround the tree, THEN suddenly Trace hand disappears into the tree. "Now you Brother Elf, You have found the opening to the Road. Now lets see if it has stairs or a lift??" Sly enters the tree and exit again and tells Trace to get everybode ready to enter the tree, "its a lift, everybody will rise to the top, and me and Brother Mule will be there to show them the road, they will see nothing, THATs where the leap of Faith will come in. Now come Brother Mule, we will be waiting for them. Sly goes back into the tree and climbs to the oppening to the road."
Sir Thomas Wednesday January 5th, 2000 11:28:59 PM
Sir Thomas offers a polite welcoming to Pip when he returns. Alec's words are gracious and flattering at the same time and they send Sir Thomas' eyes to the ground in a shy manner. Hey desires to speak, but doesn't know how to answer or phrase anything without sounding conceded. He's not so sure about being the "leader", he's just done what his heart has told him is right. His heart tells him he is glad that Sly has come to lead them for now since he made such a horrible mistake due to inexperience before. He thinks to himself, 'I will be ready if they ask me to lead them though.' He doesn't let his feelings shine through. He simply walks with the group shareing what he knows with Sly when Sly is not busy. At the grove, he does what he is told, nothing more and nothing less.
Cirg Thursday January 6th, 2000 12:17:59 AM
As they travel on to this TREE Cirg keeps pace with Alec. "Have ye noticed matey that since da Bell yer feeling a greater range ta yer powers. Once we gets settled in we should see 'bout what spells we might have ta swap off. And I guess talk wid Sly about da same thing, now that ya points out she has the talents as well. I may be inclined ta see 'bouts that fire spell of yours. Shields not a bad idea. Any of mine be of help ta ya let me know." At the TREE Cirg takes his place in line to enter, following Sly's instructions.
Alec Thursday January 6th, 2000 1:20:59 AM
Alec nods his agreement with Cirg. He walks with the group to the 'lift' near the tree, and waits to see what the road will consist of.
Neko Thursday January 6th, 2000 1:31:59 AM
Neko ((now back from his mun's two week hiatus)) prepares himself to enter the tree. He leans to Solomar..."So...is the Shadow King going to kill us? Or are we going to band together and overcome? Opinions?"
D.M. (Anthony) Thursday January 6th, 2000 4:04:59 AM
As each character steps inside the tree they feel them sels being propelled up inside the tree it self. Once the feeling of motion has stoped, then ... nothing. Putting your hand out in front of yourself revels that there is nothing there to stop it. Gearing up courage and stepping through the blackness you find your self on a platform, large enough for about 10 men. At the edge of the platform there is a carved arrow in the wood pointing out into space. Peaking over the edge of the platfor reveals a drop of about 50 feet to the forest floor. Sly is nowhere to bee seen.
Trace Thursday January 6th, 2000 4:36:59 AM
Well I guess this is what sly meant as a leap of faith. I want to wait a sec to see if Sly can tell us EXACTLY what to do next.
Guardian Solomar Thursday January 6th, 2000 6:02:59 PM
Guardian replies to Neko, "I should say we'd probably kill one another before the Shadow King gets a chance, the way things have been going so far...." Guardian follows the group into the Tree.
Sir Thomas d10=4 d10=9 Thursday January 6th, 2000 8:32:59 PM
Sir Thomas steps into the tree when it is his turn and feels the rush of movement that he didn't expect. He groans with the uneasy feeling in his stomach then takes in the situation at the top of the tree. "I wonder where Sly went. He came up first didn't he?" Sir Thomas' bewilderment keeps him thinking as he waits for someone that knows exactly wha is going on to do or say what needs to be done next.((Rolls are for HP for third level))
Cirg Friday January 7th, 2000 12:38:59 AM
Cirg gazes around with the others as he walks onto the platform. "Well, Sly said he'd be awaiting here fer us. Ta shows us da way. And would not be seen. So far its as told. By Yawnrha's talented lips, I'm hoping his leap o' faith don't go wid falling 50' feet ifen ya be a non believer. Now where da ya hid a mule and a halfer? Look's like Sly is takin' lessons from da Wise Ones. Speakin' in riddles when plain talk would get the job done right quicker. Well, ifen we be dealin' wid magic, then often what appears to be so ain't so. And it be quite a waste of effort ta put all this together ta trap peoples inta jumping off a tree. Well, guess ifen Sly ain't gonna speak up, time fer one of us ta steps forward. So ta speaks." Cirg places his pack on his cart and casts an unseen servant to take position near the arrow. He puts one end of a rope in the sturdy Sir Thomas' hand, and the other in the possession of the servant. "Well, here goes." Cirg will step to the edge at the arrow, closes his eyes, and put one step forward. Hoping to feel a surface beneath his feet.
Neko Friday January 7th, 2000 5:04:59 AM
Neko waits for some sign as to the result of Crig's...experiment...
Sir Thomas Friday January 7th, 2000 10:02:59 PM
Sir Thomas wraps the rope around his waist to add to his grip and braces himself for a jolt that he hopes doesn't come. His knuckles begin to turn white with the "death-grip" he has on the rope. "Ready when you are Cirg."
D.M. (Anthony) Sunday January 9th, 2000 6:40:59 AM
Cirg steps off the ledge and dissapears the rope that is ties to Sir thomas begins to pull like crazy, it to dissapearing faster and faster untill Sir Thomas is yanked off the lege and dissapears as well.
D.M. (Anthony) Monday January 10th, 2000 12:43:59 AM
Sound returns to the forest and the unseen servant pulls Cirg's cart off the platform and into space. It and the cart dissapear.
Trace Monday January 10th, 2000 5:49:59 AM
Trace just stands there with his mouth wide open feeling helpless as they disappear. "Well then,that is some kind of portal or they just feel to their deaths. I am a betting man and think that it is a portal. Last one to the other side is a rotten egg." While saying a private prayer to Domi Trace leaps forward in the same direction the others went.
Pip Goodfield Monday January 10th, 2000 6:23:59 AM
Pip struggles with his fear, and bravely steps into the tree, bracing for the worst.
Sir Thomas Monday January 10th, 2000 9:45:59 PM
Sir Thomas struggles to keep his grip while the rope becomes more and more difficult to hold on to. He grunts with the effort of holding the rope as he is now holding his breath as well. His footing begins to slip and his weight begins to shift and before he can even rebrace himself he is sucked off the platform sucking in breath faster than it is willing to come.
Alec Monday January 10th, 2000 9:56:59 PM
Alec's stomach clenches as he watches Cirg and Sir Thomas make the leap of faith. Why did'nt Sly tell them about this before leaving them? Alec steps up to the edge of the platform and gingerly feels for the floor (or road) with his extended toe.
D.M. (Anthony) Tuesday January 11th, 2000 2:12:59 AM
Alec feels nothing as he sit there (Alone?).
Neko Wednesday January 12th, 2000 7:06:59 AM
Neko shakes his head, realizing that if he waits for things to make sense he'll be there for a long time, takes a step into the darkness...
Alec Wednesday January 12th, 2000 9:57:59 PM
Alec musters his courage and steps in the direction of the arrow, following the others.
Guardian Solomar Thursday January 13th, 2000 12:12:59 AM
"No yelling . . . no cries of fear . . . no 'thuds' . . . must be safe then," Guardian says as he takes his steps off the platform, following the direction of his friends.
D.M. (Anthony) Thursday January 13th, 2000 5:20:59 AM
Everyone arive, some with more grace than others, safely on the road. Sly is there and is holding her finger to her lips. Sound seems diffrent here, When you turn you herad it is almost as if you can here things at a far distance. The road looks like cut glass. It shimmers with the faint colors of the rainbow, looking ahead one can see the road twisting up and down through the forest sometimes droping to a few feet above the forest floor, sometimes hundreds of feet above the trees. It twists and turns and even loops up and back around on it's self. Sly smiles and motions to you all to follow. She takes a step and all you can see is streaks of her, your eyes find her hundreds of feet up the road, standing upside down in a loop. She motions again and takes another step, this time she is hundreds more feet down the road, motioning you to hurry. Taking a step you feel the wold rush by, another and you have caught up to Sly. You begin to walk, the world rushes, sights fly by and everything in the wold can be heard and smelled. It is an amazing experience. Suddenly a few minutes latter Sly stops and motions as if she is going to step off the raod in a particular place and she wants you to follow. Once you do you find yourself on anothe larger platform. The first thing that you notice is that you are all very tired, much more tired that it would seem a short 10 minute walk would do, the second thing that you notice is that the sun has almost set. When you climbed the tree it was just a bit past noon. There is a place for a camp fire and this platform is covered, to protect it from the wind and rain.
Sly Foxx Thursday January 13th, 2000 3:47:59 PM
After entering on the platform, Sly takes HIS shield and put it on the place where HE will build a small fire. HE goes to the back of the platform and there is some wood, which He brings and put about five or six branches into HIS shield. With HIS flint box and small dry leaves, Sly starts a fire, then turns to Cirg ans says " Now you can cook something, I know you are all tired and hungry, we will rest here for the night. then we will be on our way tomorow. Any questions ?" Sly turns HIS attention to Brother Mule, feeds him and rub him down, before he himself will rest and take the first watch.
Cirg Thursday January 13th, 2000 7:18:59 PM
Cirg nods acceptance of the cooking duties. Digging out what gear he needs from what was obtained in town and from his own supplies, Cirg quickly has the makings of a simple, filling and flavorful stew going. Casting a new servant to replace the one that expired on the road, Cirg has it attend to keeping the stew stirred so he can relax a bit. Once the stew is ready Cirg will have the servant fill the bowls and deliver them. He will later instruct the servant to handling cleaning the cookware and the bowls of those finished eating. And pack the cookware and utensils away before the servant's time expires. When Sly goes to stand watch, Cirg will question just what they should be on the watch for. Given their circumstances. Before staking out a place to sleep Cirg will talk with Alec and Sly. "I was a noticin' this morning me master musta put some spells inta me main spellbook as a gift. Only since the Bell does it seem I have acquired da skill ta see them. One I was a workin' on anyhow to helps me in my work. A strength spell. And one I wish I had loaded up afore we went onta that first platform. A levitate spell. Did any of you encounters this sort of thing? Figure it might be a benfit of da Bell thing. Ifen ya can master any of me new spells yer a welcome ta copy them."
Sir Thomas Thursday January 13th, 2000 7:48:59 PM
Sir Thomas removes and opens his pack to give Cirg free reign over the items he perchased in town. He then removes his helmet and sets it near his pack. He approaches Sly, "Would you like to practice some of those parries after dinner?" He also listens to Cirg's question about what we should be watching for. He eats and practices with Sly some of the parries he mentioned earlier today. After that is over he sets to sharpening his sword a bit and wiping the mud from his boots and armor and body. He then sleeps until it is his watch.
Trace Friday January 14th, 2000 5:28:59 AM
Trace sits down with his head resting on his pack. He throws some jerky to Luke and then begins practicing using his knife to pass the time. "Well Cirg I do thank you for the meal it was a lot better than having to share in Luke's jerky."
Alec d100=51 d100=91 d100=89 d100=98 d100=68 Friday January 14th, 2000 7:30:59 PM
Alec strikes up a conversation with Cirg while eating his stew, "Yes, I too seem to have acquired a few new spells recently. They may have been a gift of the Wise Ones, to help us in our quest." Alec thumbs through his spell book with quill in hand, "I see one that lets me lock things, and one with an Acid Arrow, and a Magic Mouth, and Misdirection too. Feel free to lopy some of mine too. As for me I wouldn't mind learning some of your spells too, since you asked." Alec reads Cirg's spell book attempting to learn: magic servant, spider climb, strength, grease, levitate. Alec learned the magic servant, and levitate. Which he carefully, copies into his spell book with his quill pen. "I seem a bit tired tonight, Cirg. I may just want to hit the sack early tonight. Alec spreads his canvas tarp on the platform, and prepares to sleep under his blanket.
Pip Goodfield Saturday January 15th, 2000 2:44:59 AM
Pip looks around, and seeing Cirg start to cook, offers to help. [forget if he has the cooking proficiency. Could you email me his character sheet, Anthony? I've lost his file in my HD switch]
Sly Foxx Saturday January 15th, 2000 4:58:59 PM
While Cirg is cooking, Sly opens his traveling spell book, and shows Cirg his Read Magic, Magic Missile, Sleep, and Stinking Cloud. He tells Cirg "As you can see my spells are mostly for Hunting, But your Stew is smelling very good. Oh yes I'm glad you all have taken The Leap of Faith, because once I'm on the road I get lost in time and space." Then he goes to Sir Thomas and spars with their weapon, and learns a few moves for a while, then they eat. After he replaces the wood and dry leaves for the next traveler. And sits next to Trace and lets Luke lick the bowl clean. He tells Trace "While we are on the road or on the platform, you should show your ears. If we should meet other elves that will let them know that we are one party and will not fear us." them sits near the entrance of the platform for the night.
Cirg Sunday January 16th, 2000 4:53:59 PM
Cirg waves off the compliments on the cooking. "Me master in magics was used ta da good things in life. One thing I had ta learn was ta cook ta please his tastes. Just sorta part of me training mates. An' afta years of what was served on dat ship I was on, I learned ta appreciate a good meal meself. (Grinning at Foxx) Tell me Sly, just what would ya be hunting wid a Stinking Cloud spell? Now, ifen ya wants a good way ta catch small game fer the cookpot, the Unseen Servant canno be beat. Has no scent ta give it away, moves without making a sound, sets da snare and canno be seen. Very little damage ta the meat as well." Cirg takes some time before dozing off to update his journal and try to learn some spells from the other two mage's books. (Rolls next posting)
Sly Foxx Sunday January 16th, 2000 9:46:59 PM
Sly sitting there and thinking of the question that Cirg ask of him. Sly gets up from his spot and tip toes to where Cirg was settled and says "You never fought any Orcs before. You know the ones that are on a Bloody Raids. So that one spell works very well on them (Sly winks back) good night we have a long ways to go tomorrow." Then Sly goes back to his spot and dozes.
Guardian Solomar Monday January 17th, 2000 1:23:59 AM
Exhausted from the weird walk, Guardian sits down to meditate. The words of conversation between his friends blurrs into distant chatter, 'til finally it is not even heard by Guardian at all. His thoughts rest on Alemi and his teachings.
D.M. (Anthony) Monday January 17th, 2000 11:44:59 PM
The night passes uneventfuly which is good because there was no formal watch set up and all thought that some one else was on watch. All rise to the call of a morning bird and the sun.
Alec d20=13 Tuesday January 18th, 2000 1:05:59 AM
Alec rises in the morning, and sets some wood on the old fire site, which he sets aflame immediately by ungulfing it in flame, shooting from his fingers (buring hands). He then finds the stew pot from the previous evening, fills it and places it over the fire to warm for washing (or more stew). Alec watches the sun rise and attempts to determine in which direction they have been taveling on the road (successful navigation proficiecy roll). He then opens his spell book, and studies it patiently while waiting for the rest of the group to awake.
Sir Thomas Tuesday January 18th, 2000 5:18:59 AM
"What a restful night's sleep. I needed that. Good morning all." Sir Thomas wakes a bit more cheerful, but not outright happier, than he has been since the bell incident. He kneels before his bed roll and prays to Alemi and then Domi. He asks for their safety. He stands and stretches letting forth a massive yawn, then packs up his bed roll, dresses in fresh clothing and dons his armor. "Cirg, dinner was delicious last night, thank you. Are going to recreate something like that this morning or are we on our own for breakfast? Just wondering so I know what to do. I'm not intending to be pushy by any means I assure you. I would even be willing to help if you would tell me what to do." He goes about trying to be helpful. While he does so he asks Sly, "Sly, when do we leave for the village, and how far is it by this road? Is this road safe to travel on? Are there bandits, goblins, orcs, dangerous wild animals, anything like that we should be looking for?"
Pip Goodfield Tuesday January 18th, 2000 6:28:59 AM
Pip wakes up, then blanches. "Here we were, sleeping in the woods, no watch and in the open! I can't believe I forgot to mention that. Well, Cirg, I hope your cooking is better than mine for breakfast as well, because I am still a bit sleepy." Pip then turns to everyone who is awake. "I would like to know what happened after you met the ladies, my memory gets very hazy afterwards. And also, to avoid such things as last night, perhaps we should set an agreed upon watch order?" Pip waits for someone to answer.
Trace Tuesday January 18th, 2000 7:39:59 AM
I agree with Pip as far as getting a watch order. Trace rises to his feet and packs his things together to be ready for travel. "Sly will we reach the village today or will it take longer?"
Sly Foxx Tuesday January 18th, 2000 2:17:59 PM
"I don't know when we'll get there, time and space means nothing when you are on the Magic Road, you just follow it." Sly turns to Pip and says "There's nothing to worry about, as long you stay on the platform. The only strangers you'll meet up here are Elvs, and they would have waken up either Trace or me for an explanation. Because, like I told you before, You are thr first Non Elves to travel on the Magic Roads." Sly get some water and oats for Brother Mule. While rubbing the mule down, Speaks to the party,"After breakfast, we'll jump back on the road again. This time it will be easer when you go back on the Road."
Cirg Tuesday January 18th, 2000 3:48:59 PM
Cirg works with Alec to get breakfast started. He quickly has a tasty oatmeal ready to be served. Cirg hands over his journal to Pip for him to scan through to get caught up on the events of the previous day. After setting himself up with spells for the day Cirg is ready to travel as soon as the camp is properly policed and everyone is packed. "As ta watches and such, I'll leaves that ta you what should keep them. Ta be honest I would say neither Alec nor meself should be posted on them fer da next few days at least except when we be short handed for some reason. For those next few days anyway we is goin' ta be busy copying off spells ta give the most options and flexibility ta da group. This can be quite fatiguin'. It might be helpful ifen we knew what kind of spells da rest of ye that can do 'em have loaded up as well. I know I saw some kind of command magic at work against da birdies afore I came upstairs and met da lot of ya. While we be traveling be a good time ta get these sort of things outta way.''
D.M. (Anthony) Wednesday January 19th, 2000 2:19:59 AM
The sun seems to shine on the group warming them in joy, almost as if it were proud of the plans the party makes, it seems proud that the people gathered there are begining to talk, get to know one another and work together. It the rises some more and waits for the party to finish any business and get back on the road.
Alec Wednesday January 19th, 2000 2:28:59 AM
"I agree Cirg, we should probably focus our efforts on our magic, which does require rest. I get the feeling that we will reach our destination before too long on a road of this nature." Alec helps pack up the cooking gear with Cirg, then folds up his canvas tarp, and blanket, which he stows in his pack.
Sir Thomas Wednesday January 19th, 2000 4:22:59 AM
Sir Thomas helps police the camp site and packs up his backpack. While putting stuff away he looks up. "I would be happy to take the first watch and it is fine with me if those that need to transfer spells or whatever are relieved from watch or at least should be part of a two person watch while they are working on their spells. I'm very flexible, so if someone has a better idea I'll go with it." After finishing packing he puts his helmet on his head and "breakfast was as breath-taking as dinner was Cirg, thank you. I'm ready to go when everyone else is, does anyone need any help with anything. I'd be more than happy to lend a hand." Sir Thomas dusts of his chest and wipes his face to clean of any crumbs or dust that may have escaped his notice.
D.M. (Anthony) Wednesday January 19th, 2000 4:54:59 AM
Alec determines that they have been traveling east and north.
Trace Wednesday January 19th, 2000 7:27:59 AM
Trace stands and stows his gear for travel. He then helps return the place like they found it when they arrived. "Sir Thomas I will take last watch I am an early riser any ways. Well I am all ready. After you Sly .......lead the way to our destany."
Pip Goodfield Wednesday January 19th, 2000 8:51:59 AM
Pip looks around, then notices Mirt has caught up with them somehow. "Mirt! I plain forgot about you! Go ahead and climb up on my shoulder, that way you can come along." The grey tabby jumps up on Pip's shoulder. "Well, I'm ready. And we should set a watch, just in case those Orcs you were talking about decide to come calling. And even in Elven forests there are things deadlier than Elves." With that, he waits for Sly to lead them on to their next stop.
Sly Foxx Wednesday January 19th, 2000 4:29:59 PM
Sly checking Brother Mule for the last time,putting the water skins on his back. Turning to the partyand says " Don't worry it's going to be easier this time. Just watch and do it like this" Sly turns and walks off the platform and disappers."
Brother Mule Wednesday January 19th, 2000 4:32:59 PM
The Mule look at the party"HE HA" and trots off the platform and also dissapers,
Pip Goodfield Wednesday January 19th, 2000 6:15:59 PM
Pip sighs, and steps onto the platform with Mirt on his shoulder.
Cirg Wednesday January 19th, 2000 9:14:59 PM
His stuff packed, Cirg follows Pip off the platform.
Alec Wednesday January 19th, 2000 11:41:59 PM
Alec shoulders his pack, and follows Sly off the platform.
Guardian Solomar Thursday January 20th, 2000 12:22:59 AM
Guardian scrambles his belongings together and follows the group. "Cirg, the magic I use is for priests--not the sort of thing that can be written down, from what Guardian Jundu tells me." Catching up with the others, Guardian feels more confidence now that he's prayed to his god. "You know, next time Cirg or Pip fixes the food, you may want me to purify it first. For our taste's sake . . ."
D.M. (Anthony) Thursday January 20th, 2000 12:50:59 AM
The second day on the road is much the same as the first. Time seems to pass in a heart beat, Then Sly steps off the road and when you follow, it is dark and you are starving. Sly is standing toe to toe with another elf. He has his swords drawn and his eyes go wide when you all step through. a low growl rumbles up through his throat. He looks to be an older elf and if the notches in his armor are any tale, he is a formidable warrior.
Pip Goodfield Thursday January 20th, 2000 6:42:59 AM
Pip looks up at the Elven warrior, and quickly puts up his hands. "We're not here to fight!" He exclaims, making sure he's ready in case the Elf decides to take a swing.
Trace Thursday January 20th, 2000 7:08:59 AM
Trace steps in and sees the older elf holding his sword. Without much thought Trace begins speaking in a bussness tone in Elven tounge to the elf in hopes that it might calm him down. "Hello brother elf you are the first elf we have seen since traveling on these magic roads, I am Trace." All the while talking to the elf Trace manuvers his sheild in front while keeping a hand on his sword.
Sly Foxx Thursday January 20th, 2000 12:30:59 PM
"Hold Sir Elf."Sly speaking in elvish and holding his hand with the mark, hoping to give enough time for those with magic to work up their spell. Sly continues " We are on a quest from The Wise Ones, Lady Justice ask us to come to the Capitol and Talk to the Lords about the problems the Elves have been having lately." All the time Brother Mule is very skittish, prance around to his (older elf)left. Sly is hoping all this will distract and calm him down a little.
Cirg Thursday January 20th, 2000 3:35:59 PM
Cirg sees the possible confrontation developing and leaves it to the first arrivals to resolve. He takes position with his cart as far away from the strange elf as conditions allow. He palms the components for an unseen servant while doing this.
Sir Thomas Thursday January 20th, 2000 9:16:59 PM
Sir Thomas moves to the front of the group that just stepped off the road. He takes a passive stance making no move for a weapon. He is in a defensive position between the group and the older elf to protect the magic-users should other elves be waiting close by. He says nothing and tries his best not to look nervous while appearing as harmless as he can in his armor.
Alec Friday January 21st, 2000 1:58:59 AM
Alec keeps to the rear of the group initially. He casts a shield spell while blocked from the view of the warrior elf (so as not to appear threatening). He will then step to the side of the group while waiting for a reply to Sly's greeting.
D.M. (Anthony) d20=13 Sunday January 23rd, 2000 7:43:59 AM
A dagger appears in the elder elfs off hand. "You speak one language but move like a trained group, already you feel that you have me flanked, and if it were not for the archers behind you, your magic useers would have a large advantage over us. However you are all still young and have time to learn." Then his eyes go like ice and his voice becomes steady and commanding. "Disarm your selfs now, lay weapons and spell componets on the floor and take three steps to your right. You are tresspassing on elven lands."
Cirg Sunday January 23rd, 2000 4:03:59 PM
Cirg takes note of the fact it is possible to foresee the arrival of others that come along the path. Something Sly and Trace will have to learn to master if they are to continue to travel these roads. But for the moment there are other matters to deal with. Cirg wears no name tag proclaiming him a magic user, nor is his build that of a normal caster. The components he palmed are no longer visible in his hand. So with empty hands spread out, Cirg takes a step into the open. Sort of in compliance with the elf's instruction. Looking the elf directly in the eye, Cirg grins and taps the tattoo exposed on the back of his wrist. "Now matey, Ifen I were ye I'd be a listening more closely ta what da Foxx do say. We has business wid yer folk. We be here at invite, not trespass. And I has the paper ta proves it. Ifen ye be no afraid of da likes of us. What wid all yer arches his away and all. Now, I'm casting a spell that'll do ye no harm, but will fetch that proof fer ya to see. Then we can talk 'bout terms. Now laddie, how many of ye might there be joinin' us fer dinner?" Cirg summons the unseen servant and instructs it to fetch the scroll given them by the Wise Ones from his pack to present to the elf.
Sly Foxx Sunday January 23rd, 2000 4:55:59 PM
"Sir,"replies Sly,"The onlyone in danger here, is me. Like my little Halfling Friend here,"(pointing to Pip)While bending, putting his shield down at his feet. Showing the warrior that there's no other weapons on his back)putting his eating knife and Bolo in his shield. "said, we are not here to fight. We are here to fill a request from the Five Ladies. Lady Justice said that You, the elvs here are having problems, much like our own. She said to come to the Capitol, and speak to the Lords, that is why we are here." Sly Turns to his companions, and speak in common. "Sir Elf here wants us to disarm and step to the left." Then turn bach to the Warrior Elf, and speak in elvish. "I will stand in frount of you, if you dougth anyone of us, Strike me first."
Brother Mule Sunday January 23rd, 2000 4:58:59 PM
Sly pats the mule nose, and the mule seeing that Sly is not affraid,the mule calms down.
Sly Foxx Sunday January 23rd, 2000 5:04:59 PM
"Sir" Sly speaks to the Warrior Elf. "His name is Cirg uDuom is the best cook around, wait till you taste his his rabbit stew or anything grub."
Pip Goodfield Sunday January 23rd, 2000 7:16:59 PM
Pip looks at the Elf. "Most of my life, I have made it a point to stay away from Elves. Trust me, I have no wish to discomfort you. I really wish to find Donk and Holly, who disappeared recently. Holly said that she would lead these people," Pip points to the people from the north, "To Hook city. But she disappeared just before we met Sly here. We have no quarrel with Elves or Elf-kin, and, although I remember little after seeing only one of the Ladies, I believe what Sly says is true, that the Ladies sent us to aid you." After that, Pip relaxes a little, still ready to dodge anything headed his way...
Sir Thomas Sunday January 23rd, 2000 8:21:59 PM
At the mention of archers at their back, Sir Thomas turns his head to see if he can locate them while silently cursing himself for leaving the rear unguarded. ::TO HIMSELF:: "of course there would be a trap. Anything that looks to be what it appears is usually too good to be true." In compliance with the demands of the elf he draws his sword and places it on top of his shield in front of him. He stands ready to get his shield and protect his friends from the archers should anything break out.
D.M. (Anthony) d20=7 Monday January 24th, 2000 12:18:59 AM
As Cirg begins to cast his spell the Elf closes his eyes and briefly touches his neck. Suddenly an arrow flies from behind Cirg spliting the spell componets and disrupting the spell. The servant is never called and the spell is wasted. The elf the growls again. "Disarm, step, now." The elf then opens his eyes. He looks as if he is growing nervous. Sir Thomas sees nothing behind them. Cirg on thinking about being seen coming remembers something about the elfs reaction when they all showed up. Upon Pip's mention of Holly and Donk the Elf seems to become even more anxious. Things are getting VERY tense.
Cirg Monday January 24th, 2000 5:39:59 AM
Cirg tries to take things in stride. Not that having his concentration disrupted is ever something he enjoys. But his master was pretty thorough if not too kind at times. Cirg takes a moment to ponder things again while the elf issues yet another ultimatum. The elf was not ready for the arrival of others Cirg now realizes. Yet they were ready with an ambush before Sly must have arrived. "Ah, nice shot ta yer mate there. I most certain' do appreciate da fine touch displayed. Sly. Could ya tell from his fingertalk how many he might have ta call upon fer help? Seems ta me the trouble that worries these elvies must already know 'bout da roads. Otherwise these fellas would not have had an ambush ready afore you arrived. So, matey. First, might ye not have a moniker we can call ye by asides matey? Second, ya really aughts ta consider that we is come ta help ya. And dis is no way ta make a good impression on Allies. Third, just what was ya waitin' ta ambush afore we came upon ya? Cause fer sure it were not us. And fourth, ya really ought ta check out da note."
Trace Monday January 24th, 2000 5:41:59 AM
With Luke starting to growl waiting for his masters command to attack Trace stops before laying down his weapon. Speaking in Elven "Kind sir as I belive you are a strong warrior and obviously good at magic I dont belive that there are archers behind us as I cant see them. I say we dont mean you harm and ask that you backoff your offensive guestures. I say this becuase, you sir are alone " After telling this Trace grips his sword and sheild waiting for an attack.
Sir Thomas Monday January 24th, 2000 6:35:59 AM
As tempers begin to flare Sir Thomas realizes that his companions don't want to relinquish control of the situation to this stranger so he retrieves his sword and shield from the ground and moves to the back of the party. He faces the woods and tries his hardest to spot the archers that are supposed to be back there. He readies himself to step between his friends and arrows aimed at their backs. He wispers to those close to him "I will try to protect your backs if this breaks out. Lets try to diffuse the situation though. I don't really want to try to deal with angry elves when we get to the village." If any arrow comes from the woods Sir Thomas will do all that he can to keep it from hitting his friends in the backs.
Pip Goodfield Monday January 24th, 2000 7:54:59 AM
Pip looks at Cirg and Trace, annoyed. "Guys, you're not going to make it any better by casting spells and being angry. And Sir Elf, I don't believe I've heard your name, mine's Pip, despite my friends acting a bit jumpy and stuff, we'd rather help you than hurt, but we will defend ourselves if need be. And I can tell you've heard of Holly and Donk, do you have any idea what happened to them?"
Sly Foxx Monday January 24th, 2000 4:44:59 PM
"Alright taht did it" Sly said, as he bend down and retrived his Knife and Bolo. Then putting his equipment away. " I gave you (pointing to the Warrier Elf) turning to Cirg, he replied "I know that there is nobody on the road, because I was on Watch last night, When I was sleepy, I laid down in frount of the entrance to the platform and nothing or nobody tough me, that means that nobody was behind us and we are in no danger from behind. Then when we emerge from the road and came face to face with this Warrior Elf, the animals acted up. Then when we spoke to them, they calm down. When This Elf attack Cirg with his magic, the animals acted up again. that means only one thing, HE'S alone, there is nobody else around."(trying to calm Brother Mule)Turning to the Warrier Elf again, Sly said "Now if you don't know that we mean you no harm and you want to fight that bad,that you are willing to take all of us on, go ahead and strike. The LORDS will love you for that." Sly turn to Pip and tells him to get some wood for the meal. Sly ask Cirg,Neko and Guardian Solomar "Now how do we start the fire ? Anybody have a fire spell ?" That leaves the rest of us to perswade this Sir Elf to eat with us. . ."
D.M. (Anthony) Tuesday January 25th, 2000 1:35:59 AM
The elf throws his dagger to the ground and touches his hand to kneck again. Suddenly elves begin appearing in the trees behind you, all armed with long bows, three, four, five, seven in all. The elf then speaks.
D.M. (Dalath) Tuesday January 25th, 2000 1:38:59 AM
"I am called Dalath, and you all have until the count of three to comply with my wishes." He begins to wave his sword about, he seems almost to make it dance, and as it wips through the air the blade seems almost to sing. Dalath then begins to cast a spell with his off hand. He speaks again. "3"
Guardian Solomar Tuesday January 25th, 2000 1:43:59 AM
"This bravado seems foolish." Guardian drops his staff and belongings to the ground. He then raises his arms slowly, to show that he has complied. Guardian lowers his head reverently toward the lead Elf. "Friend, I am Guardian Solomar, your obedient servant."
Alec Tuesday January 25th, 2000 2:19:59 AM
Alec raises his hands anong with Solomar. Alec maintains his sheild as he looks around at the archers decending upon the party. Alec is still not convinced that this is all real. He takes a long hard look at the archers to determine if they are real. (saving throw against illusion).
Sir Thomas Tuesday January 25th, 2000 3:05:59 AM
Sir Thomas speaks out without taking his eyes from the elves in the trees. "What are we going to do guys? It seems that this fellow is dead st in his course. Someone decide so we are all on the same page." He then takes two steps toward the elves in a nonthreatening manner and stabs his sword into the ground so it stands erect on its own. He then returns to his original position with his shield for protection. He then draws his dagger and drops it to the ground. "I have no other weapons but I will keep my shield to protect my friends and myself." He begins to concentrate on the group of elves to see if they have evil intentions. (Detect evil)
Cirg Tuesday January 25th, 2000 4:30:59 AM
Cirg does a quick count and concludes the odds are not in their favor at this time. Not against an equal number who move as one while those he travels with are still learning about each other. And half have yielded to some degree already. Cirg holds out his still empty hands and steps over by Alec. He makes no move to remove his hand axe from where it is concealed beneath his raincloak."I be suggesting the rest of ye do as the oh so reasonable Dalath asks. Probably just another damn test of da Wise Ones anyway. Not likely da Shadow King has these fellows under his control, buts one never knows. Sly, do ya not have some name ta give noble Dalath that will vouch fer ya from your time wid them?"
Trace d4=4 Tuesday January 25th, 2000 6:51:59 AM
Trace growls in frustration. He leans down and lays down his sword. Still holding on to his sheild Trace begins to rant "I tell you men this, this is the last time I lay down my sword and the only reason I am not takeing his head off is because some of you have left youselves open to an attack. Your obedient servant? are you kidding me? You have no idea who this is and for all we know it might be our enemy and with out so much as a fight you surrender. I say again this is the last time I lay down my sword." Trace stands ready for an attack holding only his sheild expecting the worst. The whole time waiting Trace is kicking himself for giving in. Wrong or right never expose yourself to sure damage. Holding both hands behind the sheild for defense Trace feels his dagger on his forearm and readies it out of sight just incase. (ooc: roll was for Luke's earned hp)
Pip Goodfield Tuesday January 25th, 2000 8:38:59 AM
Pip looks around, taking it in. "I'm not exactly sure what it is you want, unless it's to lower my weapons, which weren't raised, but I'd rather not find the alternative out. But I must say, even marauders would probably welcome aid..."
Sly Foxx Tuesday January 25th, 2000 12:08:59 PM
Sly is trying to keep his head cool, then get another idea and looks Warrier Dalath and says "Dalath Hmmm Dalath,I seem to remember something." Sly goes on the Mule back and pulls out his Father sword, and shows it to Dalath with one hand holding the handle and one hand holding the blade, and says "Do you remember this sword ? This is the sword that belong to My Farther... His name was Redd Foxx better known to his friends as Red Oak, the Hero of Evergreen Tribe on the fringe of DreMoria. My Father died defending the little village from the band of outlaws. Giving most of the villagers time to come to the Capitol, and ask for asylum. And since my Farther died for the good of the Elves, the Lords said that we, my Mother White Foxx, my sister Ruby Foxx and I were welcome to the Capitol. So NO SIR I will not surrender to you and wil die first." then turning to Trace, ask this qustion "Trace is MURDER of a welcome guest still has the same price ?".
D.M. (Anthony) Wednesday January 26th, 2000 3:17:59 AM
Alec makes no saving throw so nothing can be concluded. No evil is sensed anywhere in the area. The Elves hold their positions in the trees. Dalath continuses to cast with his off hand. The sword still sings.
D.M. (Dalath) Wednesday January 26th, 2000 3:21:59 AM
Looking at Slyy he continuse to cast as he speaks. "That there sword could have been stolen from it's rightful owner, you could be the Orcs returining to do more damage. You could come from the Ladys and you could have killed their emasarys, I have no way of knowing,I have sworn to hold my post against all marauders, life or death. NOW FOR THE LAST TIME STAND DOWN I SAY." He then takes a slow breath and says. "2"
Cirg Wednesday January 26th, 2000 5:48:59 AM
Cirg can only shake his head as Dalath rationalizes to some rather extreme conclusions. He laughingly replies to Dalath with a trace of pity included. "By Yawnrha's rosy nips, no wonder me master said ta pity da poor elves. Once a people with much ta be proud about, only now all they gots left is their stubborn pride. No wonder man has driven ya all inta hiding. Try what ifin' a mite harder there Dalath and ya can convince yerself ye own mates are plottin' against ye. Orcs!!! Does we look like orcs? We is as standed down as needs ta be matey. Ya got all the pluses and we be ready ta talk. And does ya dare risk takin' out what might be da bearers of what yer people need ta survive da days ahead. Already my own people had ta be reminded by da Wise Ones that we were foretold. Might do ya some good ta make sure none of yer own people's prophecies get knocked ta hell and back ifen ya makes da wrong move against us. Ifen we meant ya harm we would have stopped talkin' long afore now."
Trace Wednesday January 26th, 2000 6:48:59 AM
Not really wanting to harm another elf Trace spits on to the ground, Grabs his sword again and commands in a loud voice as he can muster. "BACK OFF OR DIE Dalath. We do not want to harm you but you will feel the wrath of the CHOSEN ONES if you do not stop this foolisness." Now you sir have to the count of one to decide your fate!" Trace grips his sword and sheild prepareing to take off the agressors head. Luke is now barking feverishly anticipateing the comeing actions.
Sly Foxx Wednesday January 26th, 2000 2:06:59 PM
"Aaha then you do reconnise the sword."said Sly "Where You and, let me try to remember now, Yes, about three other elves, went with you to our old village ? And when you and your party came back, DID you not give this sword to my mother ? AND Didn't a small half Elf KICK you in the leg ? Because the little elf tought you had something to do with his Farther death ? Well now you have a chance to kill that little brat elf. . . Oh yes you are going to make not only the Lords and the Wise Ones disapointed, But the SHADOW KING will love you all ?" Sly turns to Brother Mule and tries to calm him.
Brother Mule Wednesday January 26th, 2000 2:22:59 PM
Brother Mule is very skiddish and you can see the fear build in his eyes. He sences the magic arround him.
D.M. (Anthony) d20=13 d8=1 d20=2 d8=2 d20=15 d8=6 Wednesday January 26th, 2000 11:52:59 PM
Tentions begin to mount and then as if things could not get any worse, six men step off the road. They all look to be large elfs. They all smile and look about at the confusion as if amused by it. The Dalath's spell goes of and the faces of the men seem to melt and flow away as if they were illusion. There before you stand 6 Orcs, ugly and brutish. Dalath screams. "I knew it, tratiors to life, now you all die!!!" Dalath runs foreward and strike three times at one of the orcs, almost severing his arm from his body. The orcs then draw and prepare to attack. At this same moment the other elfs in the trees dissapear as well. (OOC: remeber who is disarmed and who is not: It is now the partys init.)
Pip Goodfield d10=1 d20=6 Thursday January 27th, 2000 12:46:59 AM
(Roll in case individual init is needed) Pip grabs his staff from where he laid it, and prepares to fight the Orcs. "We're against them, not with them!" He calls off to the retreating Dalath. Pip gets his staff at the ready, and attacks the nearest Orc, if able. (misses even if he gets it off)
Sir Thomas d20=10 d8=4 Thursday January 27th, 2000 12:48:59 AM
Sir Thomas doesn't hesitate. He steps forward and grabs his sword from where it is stuck in the ground and charges the orcs. As he goes for his sword he yells over his shoulder to his friends, "I don't know what kind of trap this is, but I know that orcs are no good. Lets do our job!!" Then as he charges the orc he cries "In Domi's name you shall cause this world no more harm!! Domi, give me strength!!" Approaching his target, he slows his charge to get himself under control before taking a mighty swing at the evil creature before him. (rolled 10, hit ac7, for 4 hp)
Cirg Thursday January 27th, 2000 1:39:59 AM
Cirg steps toward the north edge of the platform from his position to near Alec, backing away from the new threat to give the real fighters more room to swing and move. As he moves he collects another component from his bandoleer and casts an unseen servant. He instructs the servant to pick up the dagger Dalath had tossed to the ground moments earlier, and then use it to trip up the nearest orc. The servant is to keep at this as long as there are orcs to trip. Following that Cirg will prepare sling and bullet for use as fast as he can manage.
Trace d20=13 d8+3=7 Thursday January 27th, 2000 4:19:59 AM
Trace watching the Orcs move in, he instincly hammers his sword down on the nearest orc(#5orc hitting armor class of 2 doing 7 pts damage). The orc screams in pain as the balde cuts deep.
Luke d20=12 2d4(3+2)=5 Thursday January 27th, 2000 4:24:59 AM
Luke watching his master move in to actions follows suite, sinking his teeth into the same orc as his master hit. (hit ac of 6 5pts damage)
Sly Foxx d20=3 Thursday January 27th, 2000 11:14:59 AM
Sly is taken by suprise and since he is in back of Dalath now, Sly will go after ors#4. Sly will make aright sholder roll and come back up on left knee, trying to jab with his right hand, then taking his bolo with left hand and try to snare the feet of that orc#4 in the next round. Sly shout to the mule"Brother Mule, protect the Mage."(thac 0-17)
Brother Mule d20=2 Thursday January 27th, 2000 11:20:59 AM
Brother Mule tries to take a bite at ork#4, misses, and trots come to rest in frount of Alec. In between Neko and Guardian Solomar.
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