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.
Guardian Solomar d20=10 Thursday January 27th, 2000 11:42:59 PM
Guardian shakes his head, remembering the mock that Trace gave him. "I suppose I was a bit naive for trying to diffuse the situation." Guardian looks into the eyes of Dalath, the one who decieved him and commands him: "Sleep."
Alec d20=8 Friday January 28th, 2000 9:48:59 PM
Alec reaches into the pouch on his belt, and retreives a dart, over which he sprinkles a pinch of powdered rhubarb. He then wraps the dart in an adder's stomach before taking careful aim at the nearest orc not engaged already in combat. Just as he throws the dart, brother mule brushes his leg, distrating him, the acid arrow is thrown wide, missing it's target. (unless orcs are AC 10)
D.M. (Anthony) Sunday January 30th, 2000 6:34:59 AM
the turn will be held untill after I hear from Guardian or, untill after 4:30 tommarow. Sorry for the confusion.
D.M. (Anthony) d20=10 d20=6 d20=18 d8=4 d20=6 d20=13 d8=3 d20=19 Monday January 31st, 2000 1:45:59 AM
Dalath saves, although the fire and the anger in his eyes makes him as Guardians enemy. #1 strikes at Sly and misses. #2 Slices at Pip striking true, causing 4 points of damage. #3 Stabs at Guardians back but misses as well cursing in Orcish. #4 Stabs at Sir Thomas striking a glancing blow across his shoulder, and smiling at the sight of blood doing 3 points of damage.
D.M. (Anthony) d20=3 d20=8 Monday January 31st, 2000 1:50:59 AM
#5 Brings his sword far up over his head and swings downward with the intent to cleve the dog into, Luke dodges at the last minute and the sword buries itself in the wood. #6 Thrusts at Dalath and misses him as the elef eaisly parries the clumsy thrust.
D.M. (Anthony) d20=12 d20=17 d20=7 3d8(2+4+1)=7 Monday January 31st, 2000 1:56:59 AM
Dalath strikes at #6 three times only missing once. almost hacking the other arm from his body, the Orc seems barely able to stand.
D.M. (Anthony) Monday January 31st, 2000 2:08:59 AM
The Orcs are AC 6, Thaco 18. Sir Thomas misses his strike, and the unseen servant picks up the dagger, however it is unable to fight. Sly seems to be unable to perform the many actions she tried this round. Brother Mule, to frightened to fight comes behind Sly nuzzling his back as if in an attempt to hurry and leave. This may hamper the ability of Sir Thomas and Sly to fight, although it seems to be destracting the orcs from combat as they make fun of the man with a pet dinner.
Alec d20=5 Monday January 31st, 2000 3:00:59 AM
Alec draws his dagger and thrusts it at the nearest orc. missing by a long shot. He recalls a similar incident at a church recently. (sheild still up, AC4 to frontal attacks)
Sir Thomas d20=9 d20=10 Monday January 31st, 2000 4:20:59 AM
Sir Thomas doesn't even seem to notice the cut on his shoulder. But fire rises in his eyes as he feints to the left and comes with a mighty backhanded swing. (rolled 9, missing ac6) A little too mighty as the Orc saw it coming and ducked the swinging sword. WIthout even hesitating to regain his balance from the missed swing Sir Thomas lunges forward leading with his shield trying to stab the orc and pin him to the platform. (rolled 10 missing an as 6) The Orc uses Sir Thomas' shield to roll away from the strike and is unscathed by either attack. (bastard sword specialization 3:2 attacks:rounds) Sir Thomas spins around to continue the confrontation with the fowl beast. "You will not escape Domi's wrath so easily creature." Sir Thomas rumbles in a steady moderated tone poisoned with hatred toward the evil orc.
Luke d20=1 Monday January 31st, 2000 4:54:59 AM
Caught off guard by the thunder of the orcs sword Luke merely snaps at him only biteing at air. The half hearted effort in attack only makes sure of his defense.
Trace d20=12 d8+3=5 d20=12 d8+3=10 Monday January 31st, 2000 5:06:59 AM
Trace becomes inraged at the sight of the orc trying to kill his trusted compainian is filled with adrinalin. Screaming his war cry Trace spins with a slice across the orcs chest. With that swing it doubles over the orc. Trying to take full advantage of this Trace brings his sword up high and hammers a thundering blow to the orc. Blood is now flowing freely from the foul beast.
Brother Mule 2d4(1+2)+1=4 Monday January 31st, 2000 8:40:59 AM
(OOC-Damage from 2 Magic Missils should be die result 2 die(1 and 2)plus +1 and +1 = 5 damage) Sly feeling very foolish lying there, his hunting instinct comes to play. Sly instead of going for his Bolo, open his hand and says "Poohdo" sending two Magic Missels at orc #1. Then get back to his feet, and tells Brother Mule get to the back.
Sly Foxx Monday January 31st, 2000 8:45:59 AM
OOC-that post should read Sly Foxx instead of Brother Mule.(the mule is not that talented)
Cirg d20-4=9 Monday January 31st, 2000 3:26:59 PM
Cirg sees his instructions to the servant need clarification. He has the servant go from trying to trip up orcs to merely moving the dagger blade low to the ground so that when an orc steps its foot will land on the blade's edge or point. As the orcs are unlikely to be looking down this should work to aid one of the other fighters. If they do notice the dagger shifting about the distraction should likewise gain one of the real fighters an edge. Cirg sends a bullet at the orc engaged with Thomas. It misses but Cirg hopes it al least distracts the target to give Thomas some aid. Deciding more aid is needed then mere bullets will provide, Cirg reaches over to pull the leather hides from the top of his cart.
Pip Goodfield d6=6 d4=3 Monday January 31st, 2000 5:37:59 PM
Pip swings at Orc #2 (OOC: I think staff does d4, but if it does d6 I rolled that too. Early morning and no handy references) (OOC:I rolled a 16, then went back to check something and Netscape erased it.), hitting it with a solid 'thwack,' then gets ready to dodge out of the way of any more blows.
Guardian Solomar Monday January 31st, 2000 10:30:59 PM
Guardian, in the next moment, locking eyes with Dalath, picks up his staff. "May Alemi deal justly with you, and may he protect my friends and me from your unkindness toward us." Guardian readies his staff to defend against an attack.
D.M. (Anthony) d20=4 Tuesday February 1st, 2000 3:03:59 AM
The Party does well this round, Trace slices through Orc #5 killing him, Guardian turns to face Orc #3, however the servant still refuses to enter combat (ooc: please read the spell, the servant can not enter combat) Brother Mule seeing the blood takes the hint and runs for the tree entrance, dissapearing inside. Pip Hits his orc with his staff (OOC next time please re-roll) doing a little damage but mostly just making him mad.
D.M. (Anthony) d20=19 d8=3 d20=12 d20=14 d8=7 d20=2 d20=4 Tuesday February 1st, 2000 3:09:59 AM
The Orcs strike. #1 catches Sly off guard and cuts his face doing some superficial damage (3 pts) #2 angry at Pip Swings wide and misses. #3 facing Guardian smiles and strikes hard (OOC I dont have your updated character sheet guardian please re-send quick, thanks) Hitting AC4 and doing major (7pts) damage. #4 Slices at Sir Tom missing badly as he still Jokes about the donkey. #6 Misses Dalath, and falls to his knees in pain.
D.M. (Anthony) d20=8 d20=12 d20=13 d8=3 d8=8 d8=5 Tuesday February 1st, 2000 3:11:59 AM
Dalath cuts the head from #6 as it falls to it's knees.
Trace and Luke d20=6 d20=17 d8+3=6 Tuesday February 1st, 2000 7:38:59 AM
Trace gives the command for Luke to attack the orc that is fighting Pip. The orc seeing the dog move in paries easliy. Trace takeing advantage of the orc putting full attention on Luke moves in for a quick slice on the orc. It screams out in pain as blood covers his arm and splatters the area.
Cirg Tuesday February 1st, 2000 3:11:59 PM
Cirg has no time to puzzle out the servant's inaction. . But this is his first combat as a mage after all. Always before it had obeyed his instructions exactly. This almost reasoned reluctance on its part to execute actions makes Cirg think once again about how the Wise Ones treated his servant back at the inn. Maybe there really is more to the servant then he was taught. But that is for later. The orcs have displayed no signs of teamwork, apparently they are inclined toward individual action. Which should indicate they are unlikely to support each other the way Cirg's companions do. Grabbing two of his leather hides off his cart, Cirg begins to swing the hides in great arcs before him as he works his way around the edge of the fight. If one of the orcs turns his attention toward Cirg it will have to expose itself to attack from the rear from one of the other fighters. If attacked directly Cirg intends to attempt to ensnare the attacker in the hides and dodge away. Cirg directs the servant to grab the last hide off the cart and bring it over to him. He does not instruct it to drop the dagger.
Sly Foxx d20+1=4 Tuesday February 1st, 2000 5:19:59 PM
Sly taken back by the slice to his face, makes a wild swing. Thinking to himself'this is not like Sir Thomas or Trace taugh me, I wonder what I'm doing wrong ?'
Pip Goodfield d20=8 Tuesday February 1st, 2000 5:39:59 PM
Pip swings at Orc #2, going wide. He calls to Cirg, "Stop fooling around and help us!"
Alec Tuesday February 1st, 2000 11:58:59 PM
Alec steps back from the fray of battle and reaches into his belt pouch, palming a small conical piece of parchment. He casts Ventriloquism. Immediatlely behind the group of battling orcs is heard a voice yell out in common, "Let's kill these hideous orcs, men! It looks like our friends could use a hand."
Guardian Solomar d20=18 d6=4 Wednesday February 2nd, 2000 12:28:59 AM
Guardian cringes from the force of Orc 3's attack. Guardian swings his ready staff back at the same orc (hitting AC of 2, 5pts damage [+1 str. bonus]). "I can give as good as I get, you filthy beast."
Sir Thomas d20=4 Wednesday February 2nd, 2000 12:58:59 AM
The rock sent at the orc by Cirg distracted Sir Thomas as he makes a wild, inaccurate swing at the laughing orc (#4). Mentaly cursing himself for not dispatching this creature sooner, Sir Thomas prepares to defend himself.
D.M. (Anthony) d20=6 d20=16 d20=18 d20=7 d100=36 Wednesday February 2nd, 2000 5:42:59 AM
The servant grabs a hide from the cart with out droping the dagger and carries it behind Cirg, Cirg get's the attention of Orc #4, and tangles him up a bit. Alec's ploy while a good one does not seem as effective as it could have been, pehaps the Orcs do not speak common, it does however seem to destract them a bit.
D.M. (Anthony) d20=2 d20=8 d20=11 d20=2 Wednesday February 2nd, 2000 5:53:59 AM
Orc #1 seeing the effect it had a moment ago slices again at Sly's face, missing horribly, being destracted by the voice and Cirg's hides. Orc #2 is destracted by the sound of Pip's voice behind him and turns just as he swings missing badly as well. Orc #3 Facing down Gurdian reels from the blow he just took and he too misses. #4 turns and tries to slice through the hides, he dosent cut them but he does yank them out of Cirg's hands.
D.M. (Anthony) d20=17 d20=19 d20=2 d8=3 d8=4 Wednesday February 2nd, 2000 5:56:59 AM
Dalath comes to fight along side Sly, striking true twice. Cutting deep and wonding #1 fairly.
Trace and Luke d20=9 d20=13 d20=17 d8+3=9 d8+3=5 2d4(3+2)=5 Wednesday February 2nd, 2000 6:26:59 AM
Trace measureing up the orc as his attention is drawn away by a voice from behind all of us he slashes anther time across his chest. While the foul beast stumbles backwards tries to lop off his head. He connects not fully but connects he does. The orc falls backward holding his throat. As soon as he hits Luke bites down on the throat. Seeing that the orc is all but dead Trace spins around to see who is next. At this point Trace is covered in blood while looking for his next victim.
Sir Thomas d20=15 d20=15 d8=4 d8=3 Wednesday February 2nd, 2000 6:58:59 AM
Sir Thomas takes full advantage of Cirg's distraction. Without hesitation he takes a nice sized chunk of flesh from the side of the orc with a backhanded slash (rolled 15 hitting ac 2 doing 4+1 for strength points of damage). As the orc turns back to face him Sir Thomas stabs at the orc's neck, but misses it's neck misjudging the direction the orc would turn. Instead he gets it across the shoulder (rolled 15 hitting ac 2 causing 3+1 for strength points damage). He smiles a cruel smile at the injured orc, "I told you Domi would not neglect you for long." (total damage to orc#4 is 9 points of damage)
Sly Foxx 2d4(2+4)=6 Wednesday February 2nd, 2000 1:10:59 PM
Sly pull out sand from his poket, then then makes a fist with the first finger and little finger out and says "zee nap" casting Sleep spell in the middle of ork#3, ork#4 and ork#1. then he hope that this time he did something right.
Cirg d20=17 d6=5 Wednesday February 2nd, 2000 3:13:59 PM
Cirg backs away as Sir Thomas makes his move against their common foe. If the orc survives Thomas' blows and still comes after Cirg then Cirg will grab up the servant's hide as he retreats and and repeat his distraction act. Meanwhile he will instruct the servant to hold the dagger to the ground, raised 45 degrees and pointing in the direction of the orc. If the orc turns toward Thomas then Cirg will draw his hand axe and strike at the orc from behind. (Hits for 5 damage if this happens) If the orc goes down to Thomas' attack then Cirg will grab up the two hides that were pulled from him and repeat his distraction act to help Sir Thomas against the next opponent.
Pip Goodfield d20=7 Wednesday February 2nd, 2000 5:44:59 PM
Pip tries to swing his staff at the Orc's legs, but hits the ground instead. He quickly draws it back, yelling, "Hey, I could use some help here!"
Alec d20=10 Wednesday February 2nd, 2000 7:31:59 PM
Alec is ready to finish off this battle. He takes aim with his dagger, and throws it at the nearest orc still standing, missing terribly. In frustration, he casts his own voice in common right next to the ear of his missed target, whispering, "your gonna die, scumbag!"
Cirg Wednesday February 2nd, 2000 9:42:59 PM
Seeing Alec's dagger go wide, Cirg instructs the servant to take the one it is holding over to Alec. Rising up to waist height so Alec will not have to bend down to get it. He calls out to Alec to alert him to the delivery.
Guardian Solomar d20=6 d8=7 Thursday February 3rd, 2000 2:06:59 AM
Seeing Orc#3 is grounded, Guardian drops his staff and grabs hold of any exposed Orc skin and casts Cause Light Wounds. The spell does 7pts damage.
D.M. (Anthony) d20=5 d20=2 d20=19 d20=15 Thursday February 3rd, 2000 4:07:59 AM
Trace misscalculate his hit on the Orc and it never falls back as he hoped, the Orc is deeply wounded but not out yet. (OOC: guys be careful, describe your hits and misses but allow me to decribe what happens to your enemys.) Sly's spell goes off and Orc #1 falls asleep instantly, Orc #4 follows, Orc #3 however fights on. Alec's dagger almost takes Pips ear off. (You may take a -1 penalty for every person engaged with your target to garntee that you don't ht any one on your side) Gurdian misses grabing the Orc (must hit AC 10) and the spell is wasted.
D.M. (Anthony) d20=16 d8=3 d20=19 d4=2 d8=6 Thursday February 3rd, 2000 4:12:59 AM
Orc #3 Enraged attacks Guardian with a vengance. Cuttin him across the arm for 3 points of dam. Orc #4 tired of the dog slices down violently again causing major damage (6pts).
D.M. (Anthony) d20=9 d20=13 d20=12 d8=3 d8=6 d8=2 Thursday February 3rd, 2000 4:13:59 AM
Dalath not noticing the Orcs have fallen asleep attacks both of them laying bloody streaks across both of them.
Pip Goodfield d20=18 d6=4 Thursday February 3rd, 2000 7:57:59 AM
Pip swings at the nearest Orc's legs to sweep them out from under the Orc. He connects (I think, as it hits AC 4 with called shot penalty, 4 damage), and (providing it falls) brings his staff up to the Orc's neck. (If not, he gets ready for the next attack.)
Trace and Luke d20=7 d20=1 Thursday February 3rd, 2000 8:07:59 AM
Trace is horrified by the massive hit Luke has taken while in shock he gives a crazy and wild swing trying to end the orcs life in one swing. Luke now bleeding merely snaps at the orc but as soon as he moves pain sets in and causes him to miss.
Sly Foxx d20=2 Thursday February 3rd, 2000 12:59:59 PM
Sly seeing that Orc #1 and #4 are asleep, He will leave Dalath , Sir Thomas and Cirg to finish these two. Sly will take notice that Orc #3 is doing damage to the Guardian, will go around Sir Thomas and try to pick up his shield on the floor, then putting it on his left arm. Then Sly will try to attack Orc #3(if there's enough time.)
Cirg Thursday February 3rd, 2000 6:48:59 PM
??? Cirg will continue to help Sir Thomas as best he can. ???
Sir Thomas d20=2 d20=12 d8=1 Thursday February 3rd, 2000 7:50:59 PM
Sir Thomas delays any attacks to Orc #4 noticing its eyes roll back in its head and it fall to the ground virtually motionless. He surveys the scene as he talks to Cirg, "Cirg, I don't know what just happened, but Guardian needs help. See if these two are alive and tie them up if they are. I'll help Guardian." Sir Thomas charges toward where Guardian is engaged with the orc. His voice is raised to Domi in a battle cry the whole way. "Your evil blood will satisfy Domi just like your friend's have. AAAAHHHHHH!!!" He tries a daring move of trying to impale the orc while at full speed since the orc is engaged and not paying attention to his attack at first. It almost backfires as he nearly gets Guardian. He runs past with the effort and turns to attack from the opposite side as Guardian stands. Sir Thomas can't tell if he hit the second time as his battle rage is almost out of control from seeing the blood on Guradian's clothes. (I forgot the orc's ac. rolled 12 hitting ac 5 doing 2points damage if it hit.) (OOC: Do I get 2 attacks since last round I had 1, or is this considered a new fight? Disregard the second attack if it is out of line) The good news of the whole bad idea is that now the orc's escape route has been cut off.
Alec Friday February 4th, 2000 2:14:59 AM
Alec stands back from the fray as his companions finish off Orc #3. He grabs the dagger that the unseen servant has brought him, and stows it in his ankle sheith. He pulls the rope from his pack as he walks around to where orcs 1 and 4 lay sleeping. He quickly hog ties them back to back by their wrists and ankles. He looks around for his fallen dagger.
Guardian Solomar d20=6 Friday February 4th, 2000 11:29:59 PM
Weaponless and bleeding from the Orc 3's attack, Guardian sees Sir Thomas' attack coming. The priest rolls aside, grabbing his staff in the same movement (passed Dex. check). He twirls the staff round until he's returned to his defensive stance.
D.M. (Anthony) d100=70 d20=20 d20=11 Sunday February 6th, 2000 4:24:59 AM
Sir Thomas does indeed get a second attack however he misses AC4 (As long as the fight is contious then the attacks continue. If you stop attacking then it reatarts.) Orc #2 falls to the ground, then tring to roll out of the way rolls right off the platform to his death. Orc #3 attacks Guradian one more time stabing him in the chest near the heart. (8pts dam) He then leaps off the platform onto the road. (even odds people?) Whit that combat has ended, or has it as Dalathe continues to slice at the sleeping Orcs.
Trace and Luke d20=10 d20=8 Sunday February 6th, 2000 6:22:59 AM
After watching the orc fall to his death and the other one run for his life. Trace drops his sword and unslings his bow. As the orc continues to run Trace lets go two arrows one after another to try and stop the orc. In such haste Trace is not able to aim as good, missing with both shots. Speaking in elven he turns to Dalath, "Wait....dont finish them yet...wouldnt you like to know how they found the magic road? I can talk to them;I speak orc." Trace picks up his sword and returns it back to it's sheath.
Trace and Luke Sunday February 6th, 2000 6:27:59 AM
(ooc: you told us that the orc's ac was 6)
Cirg Sunday February 6th, 2000 3:24:59 PM
Cirg lets the elf deal with Dalath. Now that the fighting seems over Cirg looks to see who needs medical help. He turns to check on Neko, whose presence he had not noticed in the excitement. Unless one of the others needs him at once he will see to Luke's serious wounds. Dashing to get his medical kit, this time Cirg will look to get something into Luke to kill the pain and keep the dog under while he works on the deep cuts the dog took. Alec and the Guardian should be able to deal with the other stuff.
Sly Foxx Sunday February 6th, 2000 4:26:59 PM
After Sly pick up his shield and puts it on his arm. Ready to go after the Orc#3, sees Orc#3 hit Guardian Solomar, then leaps onto the road. Sly will go to the Guardian and try to help. Sly look at Trace and says,"What do you mean don't KILL them ! Don't you know that the only good Orc is a dead Orc."
Guardian Solomar d20-2=16 d6+1=2 Sunday February 6th, 2000 8:48:59 PM
Guardian breathes deeply, liquid in his lungs making it sound unpleasant. Guardian prays to Alemi, "Forgive me my misjudgments, and help me now dispense your Justice, Alemi." Guardian pulls his sling and a bullet from the pouch on his side, loads and fires (hit AC 4, 2pts damage). After that final attack, Guardian drops to one knee and clutches the wound hear his heart. "Dalath, forgive this 'round ear's mistake. I was foolish to judge you."
Alec Sunday February 6th, 2000 9:07:59 PM
When Alec sees the mighty blow that the Guardian has taken, he rushes over to his aid. Alec lies him on his back, covering him with a blanket, then tends the chest wound to the best of his abilities.
Cirg Sunday February 6th, 2000 9:44:59 PM
Seeing Alec attend to the serious damage done to the Guardian, Cirg can tell that the two of them will be busy with the Guardian unable to help with the healing. The initial injury to Luke attended to, and the dog sedated, Cirg calls over the unseen servant to hold bandages in place until Cirg can give Luke additional attention. Then Cirg goes over to see if he can give Alec a hand. As far as he can tell the others are okay, save maybe for Neko. Cirg has no time to ponder this right now. He calls for any others who need attention to step over and Alec and he will see what they can do.
Pip Goodfield Sunday February 6th, 2000 11:36:59 PM
Pip looks around, eyes resting on Dalath. "Dalath, if that's your name, it may surprise you to know that while sleeping orcs don't fight back, dead orcs don't explain why they fought in the first place. Maybe if you let one of them live long enough to say WHY they are attacking? Oh, and since we just about got rid of the orcs, maybe you'll trust us now?"
Sir Thomas Sunday February 6th, 2000 11:37:00 PM
Sir Thomas, having failed to stop the orc and prevent it from ever doing any more evil, turns to Alec and Guardian. "Alec, step back for just one second. I believe Alemi can help better than either of us can." Sir Thomas kneels down over the seriously injured Guardian laying his sword on the ground next to him. He removes the glove from his left hand and places it on the deep wound by Guardian's heart. He then bows his head and prays aloud "Alemi, bless me, and this faithful soul with the devotion to serve, the power to heal . . . and the power to live. Please Lord Alemi, close this wound that this soul may serve you tommorrow as he has served you in the past." The healing light of Sir Thomas' prayer begins to eminate from his left shoulder and travels down his left arm and into Guardian's body through the wound. In seconds, Sir Thomas' entire left arm and a large portion of Guardian's chest are engulfed in a faint blue-white light. Then it begins to disappear starting at Thomas' shoulder and finally disappearing into Guardian's wound. (Guardian recieves 6 hp from the lay on hands prayer) Sir Thomas looks up at Alec. "I have done all that I can do. The rest is up to you or Guardian. I can help him again tommorrow if he can last until then. I'm sorry I could not do more." Sir Thomas then grabs his sword and goes over to orc #4 with the hope that Dalath hasn't killed it yet. He makes every effort to keep it alive for questioning.
D.M. (Anthony) Monday February 7th, 2000 5:46:59 AM
Once Thomas closes on the grisly scene he soon notices that there is nothing he can do. Both Orcs are long past saving and still Dalath continues to cut into them. When Sir Thomas gets close however the Elf's head snaps up and Sir Thomas sees true hate in those eyes for a moment, then it fades. He straigten ups and speaks.
D.M. (Dalath) Monday February 7th, 2000 5:52:59 AM
Looking at Gurdian he says, "Thank you brother for understanding and you are forgiven, drink this and you shall be fine," Then looking at Pip he syas "and you little man, you don't know anything yet, but if you are who you say you are you will, you will." He then crosses to the opening of the tree and takes up a guard position again.
Sly Foxx Monday February 7th, 2000 5:28:59 PM
Sly stand near Cirg, and waits to have his face taken care of, when he relates to Sir Thomas"I'm sorry to have disappoint you in battle, I don't know what happen, everything that you and Trace taught me went out of my head. I don't know if it's the sight of the Orc or the hate of T..H..E..M ?" Sly turns and look at Dalath walks to where he(Dalath) is standing. Look him into his eyes and says "Master Dalath thank-you for saving my life back then, I appreciate it very much, but is it not true that only elves can find ELVEN MAGIC? if so How did the Orcs find the ROAD? Was it an Evil Elfs ? Like DROWS ? Please educate me on this question." (Sly face is still bleeding).
Brother Mule Monday February 7th, 2000 5:32:59 PM
Brother mule noses Dalath for something to eat.
Pip Goodfield Monday February 7th, 2000 5:38:59 PM
Pip looks at Dalath. "I am who I say I am. And I'll tell you, I've been afraid of Elves most my lives, but I wanted to go with Donk and Holly. But if I'm going to be met like this every time, I may just start getting prepared to fight, because one way or another I probably will be fighting, although I'd rather it weren't Elves." Pip looks at the Orcs, then remembers something. "One of them got away. Chances are, he's gonna go find his friends and bring them back. If any of you can get to him in time, go ahead, if not, I guess he's pretty far anyways."
Trace and Luke Monday February 7th, 2000 7:24:59 PM
Trace shoulders his bow and draws his sword and shield. " I can track him in no time if yall think that is what needs to be done? I will bring his fowl head back as a foot stool for Guardian." Trace walks to the edge of the platform to give chase to the orc and then turns to Pip..."Pip....I'm an elf....do you fear me?"
Cirg Monday February 7th, 2000 9:24:59 PM
Cirg takes care of Sly's wounds before returning to Luke. He looks to Trace. "The way travelin' da road tires one out, might be a good idea ta stay here. An I'll need ya around when Luke wakes up. Ifen I understands thes roads right, da orc canno return anytime soon anyway. An are ya sure ya knows da roads well enough ta finds yer way back ta us agin?"
Sir Thomas Monday February 7th, 2000 10:21:59 PM
While approaching the dead orc's bodies Sir Thomas begins to become enraged. There was no need for these creatures' slaughter unless they didn't cooperate. He allows the hatred to smolder as he was taught as it is not his place to start a fight with this unfeeling, unthinking idiot. "I will go with you Trace, unless you think I would slow your progress. I am in good shape and two on one is better odds. I am in good shape and can keep up, but I am not quiet, so it is up to you." He waits for Trace's response, but doesn't look at him. His eyes are burning toward Dalath. He takes position so that he is in a position to protect his friends from Dalath should he decide we are enemies again.
Alec Monday February 7th, 2000 11:14:59 PM
Alec has done all he can with Guardian's wound. He then turns to the party members still on the platform. "If we are to stay here for rest, I suggest we clean the platform of these dead orcs. I'm not sure I can tolerate the smell of orc blood much longer." Alec grabs an orc by the arms and drags it to the edge of the platform.
Guardian Solomar Tuesday February 8th, 2000 1:00:59 AM
Guardian takes a moment to recover from the confusion of the past few moments. It's strange to feel Alemi's healing applied to him, as he is so used to giving that healing. To Alec and Sir Thomas, Guardian says, "Alemi bless you, friends, for your kindness to me. I will repay it when I am able." To Dalath, Guardian takes the potion and drinks it. "Thank you friend, I am now truly your humble servant. How can we help you and the other elves?"
D.M. (Dalath) Tuesday February 8th, 2000 2:59:59 AM
Dalath answers Aly's question first. "There are elves in our kingdom that have turned against us, they have shown some of the Orcs how to navigate the roads." Then to Guardian he says "You can put me at rest by proving you are who you say you are brother human."
Trace and Luke Tuesday February 8th, 2000 7:12:59 AM
"Crig once I travel the area I can find my way back. I have a good sense of direction and have been taught how to track and hunt." Trace works out signals with Sly so that we they are close they can comunicate. Trace makes his way off the platform and turns to Sir Thomas. "You are welcome to come but stay atleast 30' behind me so that they wont see both of us if your armor gives us away. If we find the orc by him self lets try and take him alive. If it becomes a struggle to win then we will drop him where he stands." Trace then turns takes a drink of water out of his supply and heads int he direction the orc ran off to. While he makes his way he retrives his two arrows that missed there target. "If we cant find him in a hour or so we will double back to the platform, agreed?"
Cirg Tuesday February 8th, 2000 3:01:59 PM
Cirg looks up in horror at Trace's plan of action. "What happen ta our not separatin' again plan? Trace! Remember that time on da road passes different from outside it. Even Sly could no say how long da journey ta the elflands would take. An she has traveled da way afore. Even ifen da orc reaches help, it should be a day afore they can return here. Am I not right on this Dalath? So stay here, help me with Luke, find out what Dalath can tell us. Please. An' think uponthis. Ifen another party comes across us while ya and Thomas are gone we have Dalath and a wounded Guadrian for warriors. With us mages low on spells. Again recall we only travels ten min or so on the road to cover a day. Yer two hours would have ya back next week sometime. And how exhausted will ya be fer travelin' da road a second time without rest."
Sly Foxx-male Half elf- Tuesday February 8th, 2000 4:48:59 PM
Sly was shaking with rage, replies to Cirg "But Sir Cirg the Orc will get away." turning to face him, Cirg see's in Sly eyes hate like Dalath had when killing that Orc. Sly continues" If I can get to my Bow and Arrows, and help kill that Orc." Now Sly realy sees Cirg face for the first time, strats to realise that there are others to take care of, he ask of Cirg "Why was I chosen? You saw how I was in battle, I miss every time I attack, my timing was off. I'm no Holly, the only thing I wanted was how and where was my mother and sister. All Lady Justice had to say is lead them and sorry kid." Felling very deflated is sprit, sits down next to the entrance of the tree.
Cirg d3=1 Tuesday February 8th, 2000 5:38:59 PM
Cirg finishes doing the best he can for Luke. (Heals 1 point). Taking a moment before going to treat another wound, he stops off next to the despondent Sly. "An' ya thinks others of us be stamped heroes or somethin'? I'm no more then a travelin' carpenter. Alec is a brewer. Its not what we are that will make this happen right. It is what we becomes. And the likes of you, me an' Alec will not become much buts corpses ifen we keep ending up going blade ta blade wid our enemies. Alec near died at da church. One good blow from an orc can take me out. By Yawnrha's sweet hole, yer a beter fighter then the two of us combined. And none other be around ta lead us where we wants ta go. Give it time matey, give it time. Look at it this way ifen ya gots ta kill orcs. Catch that one ya gets only one. Lets him bring back others and ya gets ta kill even more. (Grinning). Maybe."
Pip Goodfield Tuesday February 8th, 2000 6:21:59 PM
Pip sighs. "The Orc is too far off by now, unless you have aid of magic. But sir Elf, why would Elves teach Orcs to use these roads? That seems not to be the acts of Elves that I have heard of. I knew Elves were somewhat ruthless with outsiders, but letting someone like the Orcs in?"
Alec Tuesday February 8th, 2000 7:22:59 PM
Alec pushes the orc off the platform, into the forest below. He then pulls another orc body to the edge of the platform. Addeing to the conversation, "I don't see how one orc is worth chasing after, besides even if he finds friends to chase us again, we seem to have made quick work of them before. I think that elves in the capital would know more about the situation with orcs on the magic roads than we. I say we rest tonight, continue our journey tomarrow, and deal with orcs when we must." Alec continues to clean the platform of signs of battle. When the area is sufficiently clean, he casts a cantrip that causes the area to smell of lemons. "Haaa, lemon fresh."
Sir Thomas Tuesday February 8th, 2000 10:31:59 PM
Sir Thomas hears the strong point posed by Cirg and most of the conversation from the platform as he prepares to blindly follow Trace into the woods. He drops his pack and everything that will slow him down that he doesn't need for the next two hours. "Cirg, I agree with both sides. This evil creature needs to die before he can find friends or harm an innocent. We just happened to be able to kill his friends, but what if he comes across family, or a group of females and their children? Will they be able to defend themselves? On the other hand, I don't really like splitting the group up. But now that Trace is on his way we are split. It is safer that two of us go than one. Please wait for us. He is counting on my help. We will return as soon as we can." He plunges off the platform and into the woods in the direction Trace went only a moment before. His sword and shield are ready for anything that might be looming beyond his vision.
Guardian Solomar Wednesday February 9th, 2000 12:25:59 AM
The young priest rises slowly. "Dalath, you need proof of my humanity. It's in my mistakes, I can tell you." Guardian watches his companions discuss the course of action. "I have some small interest in seeing that Orc dealt with justly." Guardian points at his healing wound. "He scratched me." Grinning, Guardian reaches down to pick up his staff. "Dalath, will you help us?"
D.M. (Dalath) Wednesday February 9th, 2000 4:59:59 AM
Dalath looks to Guardian and says "I have no need of proof you be mortal, one of you said you had proof that you came from the Crones, if that is so, then you had best show it to me and quick." Befoer the others run head long foolishly off he speaks to them as well." Before you go chasing that orc on down the elven road where he fled to there is a few things you should know. First, having never travled the road in the direction the Orc went you will never find your way off. You will walk the road for the rest of your life. Second, the Orcs hold the road from here on in, if you go you walk right into their camp, that is why I am camped here. Third the next exit from the road is 12 hours road time in that direction. Finally if you didn't try it befoer there is no turning around on the road, once your feet are pointed in one direction you can not turn around untill a way station. All that being said, have fun chasing the Orc." The back to Guardian Dalath speaks again. "Your friends are head strong and brave, this will help you all in the long run if you stay together long enough, however they don't think things through and they see themselvs as infalable, they should learn they are strangers in a strange land and trust the guides they have been given, even if that guide says something like put down your weapons and step to the right, what say you round ear?"
Cirg Wednesday February 9th, 2000 3:15:59 PM
Cirg shakes his head as Dalath speaks. He sends the servant to fetch the scroll from his pack. "Now sir, I'll be pointing out ta ya that none but me servant has touched this scroll since it was presented ta us by da Wise Ones. Jus' acase it holds some surprise or is set ta go away once touched. So touch it at yer own risk. Da servant will hold it so ya can reads it. Now, am I ta be understandin' from yer speech ya is now a'spectin' ta be acknowledged as our guide. One that was sent here ta watch special fer us were ya then? Ya certainly concealed that fact well."
Sly Foxx Wednesday February 9th, 2000 4:30:59 PM
"Ahh yes the Scroll,for a minute there I though he was refering to the Amulet that the gnome has,you know OH what's his name, Oh yes Sniffle No No thats not it, Gniffle Yes thats it,he has the Amulet, you know the one that broach that looks like a Lion head and the eyes of the cat seem to be weeping. But he's not here, the only way that he'll catch up with us now is if he flys on a Pegasus."them Sly looks at Trace and Sir Thomas ans says"Brother Elf, your Dog need his master, not strangers. Sir Thomas I think we have met our Guide to the Elven Capitol." And Sly goes back to be very gloommy.
Guardian Solomar Wednesday February 9th, 2000 7:15:59 PM
"Dalath, you speak with wisdom." Guardian lowers his staff and relaxes his tense shoulders. "We seem to think we are impervious to fate because we've been cursed by it." Guardian shows Dalath that tattooes on his hands. "You see, we are doomed for something, and that doom gives us a freedom from common sense sometimes." I call back to Sir Thomas and Trace before they go after the orc. "We should let him go; we will not be here anyway, should the orc decide to bring others back to this spot. And if we are here, we'll be ready to amubsh them. Don't be hasty."
Trace and Luke Wednesday February 9th, 2000 8:26:59 PM
Frustrated Trace slams his sword back into his sheath. "Ok then what is your plan?"
Sir Thomas Wednesday February 9th, 2000 8:45:59 PM
"Wow, that is good information elf. I think it is probably best if we let him go." Sir Thomas begins collecting the items and his pack that he had discarded to go after the orc. "I'm glad you caught us before we went head long into oblivion." He thinks to himself ::thinking:: but that doesn't excuse your actions from earlier. "So we are camping here tonight? Good by me if we do." He takes his pack to Cirg, "are you cooking dinner? If so, feel free to get in here for the supplies I carry." He leaves his pack with Cirg and goes about cleaning up the area and trying to fortify it as best he can. "We should rest as far from the door as possible incase the orcs do return. I will take first watch and I think Watch should be in pairs. Sly would you watch with me? I think we need to talk." He helps as needed by others so that the injured do less and he does more, and to be just all around helpful. He avoids Dalath but keeps a watchful eye on the new comer since he doesn't trust the unrational elf.
Alec Thursday February 10th, 2000 12:35:59 AM
"It sounds like the best plan is to rest here and regain our strength while we make a plan for getting through the orcs ahead. We may have leave the magic road, and make our way to the Capitol on land. Dalath, do you think we can battle our way through the orcs on the road if we unite our strength in combat?" Alec will take some food and a water flask from his pack, and begin to prepare a meal for the group.
Pip Goodfield Thursday February 10th, 2000 2:29:59 AM
Pip looks around. "I don't know about you guys, but I'd rather be ready for any fight I may encounter, and I'd rather it were a fight I could win. Dalath, do you have any rough idea of how many Orcs there are?"
D.M. (Dalath) Thursday February 10th, 2000 5:39:59 AM
Dalath glances at the unrolled scroll, and then nods. "You could be the ones we asked for." Then to the rest of the questions he answers. "I am all thats left of a 25 singer corp. that asulted the outpost down that road. The rest died to allow me an escape route, to warn the others. Down that road is death."
Trace and Luke Thursday February 10th, 2000 6:27:59 AM
Trace makes his bed roll for sleep next to Luke. He then neals and prays to MITTIRI to help guide him in his journeys and take care of him only family Luke. After praying for about 30 minutes he rises and eats with the others. " A little small talk .........Dalath what are singer cor?" After the meal Trace preforms basic maintance to his weapons to ensure good condition and sharping his sword with a wet stone from brother mules pack. Trace then fastens his sheild to his pack and readies a dagger and his sword for battle incase of attack. "Sir Thomas..... wake me after your watch ok". Trace now rests. (ooc: with out sheild I have ac7)
Pip Goodfield Thursday February 10th, 2000 8:45:59 AM
Pip looks deflated. "Well, is there any other way to get through? If 24 Elves died, I doubt we'd fare better."
Sly Foxx Thursday February 10th, 2000 5:08:59 PM
Sly snaps out of his mood, stand up, turns to Dalath and says"Master Dalath, I thank-you for every thing you have done for us, I'm sorry for the loss of your Singer Corp. party. I know how you feel, for I have lost elves that are very dear to me also, and We are a poor replacement. But I'll follow you anywhere and try not to get killed. Time to eat, like I said Cirg is a fine cook."turn s to Pip and says"Now you'll have to grow up very fast now, your going to have to be fast in your action, if you cannot get him from the frount because of your hight, get them from the back. Now go get your food and get a good night sleep."Turns Sly puts his shield down, and starts a fire for Cirg. Turns to Sir Thomas saying"Yes Sir, I will take the first watch with you, it will be a long night and so will be nice to have a long talk anytime."
Alec d20=3 Thursday February 10th, 2000 7:25:59 PM
Alec speaks to Dalath and Sly, "Perhaps we should consider leaving the road to avoid the orcs. Do either of you know of any land routes we could take to the capitol?" Alec again eyes the sky to get a sense of what direction they have traveled in the last couple days (passing navigation prof). After speaking to Dalath and Sly he will help the others with meal preparation.
Cirg Thursday February 10th, 2000 7:43:59 PM
Cirg has the servant repack the scroll. Fetching what he can quickly for foodstuffs he sets some dried meet to simmer in a pot of water while he mixes up some flour and makes up some dough to work with. He lets the cup shaped, fist sized dough balls partially cook while he prepares some vegtables and adds some spices. Draining the softened meat strips, he divides his preparations among the dough cups, closes them up, and sets them to finish cooking. When he is done he has enough for each to have three. Cirg sees nothing to add to the questions the others have asked. Until he hears more to make a judgement on, he remains silent. Before settling down for sleep he will bring his journal up to date. While he is doing this he asks any of the others if they could fill him in more on what happened between the time the ones from the north landed and when he joined them at the church.
Sir Thomas Thursday February 10th, 2000 7:56:59 PM
In reply to Sly's agreement Sir Thomas adds, "Good, I think we can get a grasp on what happened then." He helps as much as possible in the preparation of dinner, but since he knows little gives up and lets those that know more about that take over. He separates himself from the group to offer prayers to both Alemi "Thank you for you wisdom gracious keeper of my soul. Once again I offer up to you all that I am and all that I can be. May your mercy be reflected in the eyes of all creatures. . . . " and to Domi "Thank you for your strength great leader. Today I offer you my sword, as I did yesterday, to cleave in the name of what is good and righteous. May you give me the strength and guidance to relieve from this existence the presence of those who do not reflect Alemi's mercy. . . . " He then returns to the group for dinner. While eating he sits by Sly. "I think you may be taking this a bit hard, but the fact that you are tells me that you have a good and honorable soul. You may have room for improvement, but then who doesn't? Only the Gods, and not even all of them, are perfect. I think with a little more work we can turn you into a evil-cleaving army of one. Lets finish dinner and I will point some other things out to you. For example my own inability to strike an orc, or the strategical attack versus the berserker attack. None of us here are masters and so mistakes will be made. You and I both need to be able to learn from our failures. In that way, failure becomes success, and with success eventually victory. We'll talk a bit more in a short while."
Sly Foxx Saturday February 12th, 2000 2:14:59 PM
"Now that every thing is quite and every ones asleep, we can have that long talk." Sly get up and refill his cup with Java gestures to Sir Thomas to see if he wants any more. Then sit by him again and continues "You take my silence as being afraid of the battle, that is not so. It was rage...Once I recongnized them as Orc, I went into a rage that I never knew I possessed. brought back memories of my village being invaded and elves being slaughtered. That's where my father died... Giving the rest of us time to get to the Capitol."(silence)"You have seen them--Dalath and Trace--fight; they had the same rage,and I'll not apologize for it. I think that we are lucky to have Dalath as a guide, he'll see us to the Capitol and to the Lords." Sly thinks for a minute then says "thats not why I'm so quiet, it's something taht was said the Shadow Lord or Shadow King by the Ladies and some thing about the Voice had said, that keeps gnawing at my memory. Can you clarify as to what was said by the Voice?"
Guardian Solomar Sunday February 13th, 2000 7:20:59 PM
The voices of those around him serve to lull Guardian to sleep. Strange, he did not feel the urge to protect them tonight. And from what Dalath said, this was no spot to feel comfort. Guardian kept his thoughts on Alemi, silently praying for a quick recovery--"I'm no good to them like this." He clutches his now bandaged wound and tries to rest.
Sir Thomas Monday February 14th, 2000 4:52:59 AM
"Yes, I'll have some drink if you will." Sir Thomas accepts the offer for some post dinner drink. He waits for Sly to finish and collects his thoughts for a second. "Actually, I was simply hoping to do some more teaching and discuss the battle with you. However, you have raised some interesting points. I don't think you're rage, nor Trace's nor Dalath's, were unwarranted. I think that they are natural part of combat. I felt the same rage, but for a different reason since I don't have the past with orcs that you have. On the other hand, I think that there is always a place for thought and strategy in combat, and that allowing your rage to take over is a crude and barbaric form of fighting. There are arguments for and against that typr of style, but I am against it. I think that it leaves you open to attack even though it cuts through the defenses of your opponent. Fighting like that leaves you blind to all around you and to your opponent. When you are in that frame of mind you don't see the attacks and strategies of your opponent which leaves you open to a fatal blow. You may kill your foe, but you may also die in the same battle. This does neither of you any good and in the grand scheme of it all it would be better to win and stay alive to kill another evil creature another day. Do you see how this is an unacceptable form of style for those of us of higher intelligence. For fighters like you and I a thought-out strategical attack is a better way to approach fights like the one we were in today. Do you understand where I am coming from and why? I think that a controlled rage is a better use of that rage. It gives you the edge of being in that mind set while allowing you to live throught the fight." He pauses to take a drink and collect his thoughts and move on. "You can discard or accept what I am saying as you will, I am just offering my point of view. Your fighting style must be your own. That is the only way you will master the sword and become what we consider a master of the art of wielding one. My style allows for a longer fight since I am setting up my opponent or making a defense for myself, but that is better for a better conditioned fighter such as myself. I were down my foe to strike when his sword is heaviest. When I am more skilled my fighting style may change, but so will yours as you become a better fighter. I think it might be a good idea to ask Trace about his opinons and his fighting style. There is more to it of course, but that is the summary that put forth to you. What do you think? Would you like to find some sticks and quietly practice some of those parries? Or maybe you'd like me to show you some strikes. either way, practice is the only way to improve." Sir Thomas finishes and takes another drink. He waits for Sly's reply.
Sly Foxx Monday February 14th, 2000 5:01:59 PM
"Sir Thomas, if you can help me at all. I will be greatful. If you can teach me controlled and stay alive, then yes accept. I don't know why I'm here, really Holly would have made a better guide. But I'm here until the end of this adventure or until I'm dead, that is if you want a child like me." Sly raises his cup, smiles and drink the rest of his java.
Sir Thomas Monday February 14th, 2000 8:46:59 PM
"Your enthusiasm speaks volumes for your good heart. I am not a master of the art, and I am not yet a GREAT fighter, but I think I can help you. So together, we will improve our fighting skills and stay alive. I think that if we all continue to work together, we will all make it through this alive." Sir Thomas raises his glass of java in a toast to their living through this whole ordeal. "So how old are you? A child? I know we are of different races, but I hadn't tought you were a child. You fought well today, how long have you been wielding a sword?" Sir Thomas keeps up the conversation and tries to improve his friendship with Sly.
D.M. (Anthony) Monday February 14th, 2000 11:19:59 PM
The night passes as the party talks sleeps ans mulls over the events that have brought them here. Dalath who has not said anything seems to stand a silent watch in the same place all night. His stamina seems amazing. It is an intresting development that has brought you all to this point. Things seem to have forced you all to this point, one event after the other. Like pieces in a game. The stars shining down on you seem to comfort you all and even in that confused pained moment you still find restful sleep. In that sleep images come a kindly woman caressing your forehead, a gentle faced man with no thumb. A warrior with a quick smile and large blunted weapon. A lady with corn silk hair and callosed hands. These all come and go passing in and out of your dreams, they all seem to want something or need something. There are also a thousand other figures that have voices for you to listen to this night. Some frighting and others peaceful, a choir of impressions. Finaly a dark and mysterious man comes and the chior silences. He pulls his dark hood back and looks at you. His stare is at once frigid and then warm, he seems almost father like. You are drawn to him and as you pull close he wispes to you. "Frreeeeedommmmmsssss...." and then you awake to the morning. Looking around you see Dalath still standing watch and brother mule rooting through a back pack tring to find some breakfast. Rising everyone feels a choice, no lonmger do you feel propelled toward any point or choice, you simply feel free.
Alec Monday February 14th, 2000 11:49:59 PM
Alec wakes from a restful slumber and looks around him. His head is clear, and his body relaxed. He walks around a bit to stretch his legs being sure to thank Dalath for his vigilance as watchman, "Thank you for your protection, I know that all of will appreciate the rest." Alec will take his spell book from his pack, and begin studying before the others wake, while is mind is still clear.
Pip Goodfield Tuesday February 15th, 2000 6:59:59 AM
Pip wakes up, looking at Dalath. "Well, I suppose that we can be sure we can trust you now. What odd dreams I had. I wonder if this road had anything to do with them."
Trace and Luke Tuesday February 15th, 2000 8:10:59 AM
Trace rises and readies his things for travel. After a prayer to MITTIRI and feeding Luke he begins to practice with his sword waiting for breakfeast.
Sly Foxx Tuesday February 15th, 2000 4:44:59 PM
Sly opens his eyes and cannot beleive that he was asleep. Turns to Sir Thomas and says" Itake care of my mule and make a fire for breakfast, then I'll be right back." Sly goes to the mule give him his rub down, a scratck behind the ears and oats for his breackfast. Put his shield down for Cirg, get some wood and builds a fire and tells Cirg"I never learn to cook, beside you do the cooking better than any of us." Then sits beside Sir Thomas and relates" I was calculating my age last night, which by the way comes to 15 or 16 in human years, WHEN I had a dream. The strangest dream and the clearest dream that I ever had. Tell me did you have a strange one too? Some of the orthers seam to have had one also..."
Guardian Solomar Tuesday February 15th, 2000 7:10:59 PM
"Jund--" Guardian's eyes split open as he gasps for air, waking from the dream. "Freedoms." Guradian looks around to get his bearings, still uncomfortable with the strange lands here. The sight of his traveling companions relieves the priest somewhat. Guardian stretches as best he can, trying not to upset his healing wound. It's still sore though. Guardian wanders toward the conversation, overhearing his friends speak of the same vision he had. "What sign is this?" Guardian says, looking to his tatooed hands for answers. "Dalath, did you dream this as well?"
Sir Thomas Tuesday February 15th, 2000 11:01:59 PM
Sir Thomas awakens from the most restful sleep he has had since before he boarded the ship that brought he and his new friends to this strange new world. He looks at the back of his hands kind of hoping either way to be free of the curse and also wanting to be allowed to finish it. Afterall, what better way to fullfill his destiny than to kill the shadow king or whoever this evil being they are tracking down is. He packs his things into his pack and leaves his pack open for the supplies Cirg is using for breakfast. He prays to Alemi and Domi then approaches Guardian. "Would you care for some more help from Alemi? It may not be much, but it will help." Upon Guardian's acceptance, he prays for Alemi's blessing and lays on hands to Guardian. (6 hp returned). If Guardian refuses, he will offer the aid to Luke, Traces dog. He then waits patiently for dinner while talking more with Sly. "Yes friend, I had an awefully strange dream last night, I don't know what to make of it though. I think we should let that be and take care of our charge though. I don't know much about interpreting dreams, but I know about keeping my word, so that is what I say we do."
D.M. (Dalath) Wednesday February 16th, 2000 6:38:59 AM
Dalath laughs. "No friend I have not slept since that fateful day when we met the Orcs upon the road and died. I dream no more."
D.M. (Anthony) Wednesday February 16th, 2000 6:48:59 AM
After the night of sleep and rest a strange feeling has settles over the party. For those of you that have wished more than anything to be rid of the curse the tatto has left your hand. Those that wonder where it might lead but seem worried about it notice that it has faded to an almost unrecognizable blemish. Finaly thoes of you that relish the fight see that the tatto has turned blood red. You feel the weight of the dream and then nothing,youare all as free as you make yourselfs.
Trace and Luke Wednesday February 16th, 2000 7:05:59 AM
While practiceing his swordsmenship he notices that his tatoo begins to darken to a deep blood red. Curious he turns to the others " Look my mark has turned red like the blood of my father and mother."
Pip Goodfield Wednesday February 16th, 2000 8:19:59 AM
Pip, hearing Trace, looks at his hand. "Odd. Mine hasn't changed color at all. I wonder what this is about. What about the rest of you?"
Sir Thomas Wednesday February 16th, 2000 9:04:59 AM
At the mention of the change in tattoos, Sir Thomas removes his glove and turns his hand over to look at the back of it. "Mine is deep red as well. Any of you skilled in magic know what this might mean?" Sir Thomas replaces his glove and continues what he was doing while listening intently to the conversation at hand.
Sly Foxx d20=11 Wednesday February 16th, 2000 4:27:59 PM
Sly looks at the back of his hand, nothing has change, nothing has changed. BUT he's only half listening to the rest of the party. Something stirs in his mind, something Dalath said. {met Orc on road and DIED, HE dreams no more??} Sly rises and walk to where Dalath stands, and ask "Tell me Sir Dalath did You servived the attack on the road?" (OOC I roll for intelligent, and made it.)
Guardian Solomar Wednesday February 16th, 2000 5:36:59 PM
"This is indeed strange." Guardian rubs the tops of his hands, the tattooes crimson. To Sir Thomas, Guardian accepts the healing touch of the paladin. "Thank you." Guardian looks around at the others in the party. "Does anyone need healing? I can cure some minor wounds myself." Guarian waits for a reply from anyone.
Trace and Luke Wednesday February 16th, 2000 8:40:59 PM
Hey guardian ...Luke needs some help.
Cirg Wednesday February 16th, 2000 11:22:59 PM
Cirg tends his tasks, attending to wounds, preparing the meals, updating his journal and studying his spells. He reloads new servants, going with three this time and dropping the floating disk. He does a simple breakfast for them the next morning, absorbing the conversation and putting the clues together. At Thomas' inquiry about the tattoos he considers things before answering. His own mark wavers between black and crimson. "There be magic and there be beyond magic. We be dealin' with way beyond da magic of Alex, Sly and me. More like what da Guardian and Neko draws upon. Mayhaps they have an idea on the workin's of it. As ta what all the dreams and stuff mean, I'm ta thinkin' Powers aside da Wise Ones has stepped in ta this. Or maybe it just be da Voice actin' on us. Be ta lookin' like those what does not feel up ta the task have da chance ta step asides. We know nothin' fer now about how da Bell be affectin' this."
D.M. (Anthony) Thursday February 17th, 2000 6:35:59 AM
Everyone notices a change in their tatto of some sort. (please check my last post and then restate in your next post, thanks) Dalath looks at Sly. "Yes brother, the Orch have found a way to fight upon the elven roads, what they do is blasphemy, yet still thy go on, when you are ready I will show you what else they have done and why we need your help. Also it may help you understand why I am so suspisious,and why others will be as well."
Pip Goodfield Thursday February 17th, 2000 8:44:59 AM
Pip looks around. "Makes Elves even MORE suspicious? Wow." He looks at his hand again. "Oh, wait, the tattoo did fade, a little. But anyways, why would you be so suspicious? Are they aided by magic or something?"
Sly Foxx Thursday February 17th, 2000 4:30:59 PM
"Sir Dalath if the Wise Ones sent us to help you,and your pretty sure that we are, with the scroll and these marks on our hands." Showing his hand to Dalath. Now Sly really notices his MARK...it is the color of a very deep crimson, almost black. With a suprise look on his face Sly says"OH oh it,s changed again, THATs some powerful magic. Now tell me when do we leave for the Capitol? We have to know how we can help you ?"
Cirg Thursday February 17th, 2000 8:23:59 PM
Cirg packs up to be ready to travel. His tattoo settles to a crimson shade. He waits to hear what course of action Dalath will purpose and how they will travel. "So. Do all of ye be fer goin' on then?"
Guardian Solomar d20=2 d8=4 d20=9 Friday February 18th, 2000 12:41:59 AM
Guardian walks over to Luke. He lays a hand on the dog and pets him sympathetically. "Easy boy, you and I will get our chance for revenge soon enough." I ask Alemi to heal his wounds (intelligence check passed) and the power of Alemi starts to course through the wounded animal. (restores 4hp to Luke) "Atta boy, feeling better already aren't we?" Luke licks my hands, and I glance again at the red tatooes wondering if Luke would've been affected by the curse in the church. (Passed second intelligence check to see what strange marks Luke might have)
Trace and Luke Friday February 18th, 2000 6:35:59 AM
Trace gives an evil looking grin to Crig...... "Those foul fools killed elves just as Goblins killed my family......they are goblins to me now." While trace speaks him moves with his sword in practice and as he finish his speach and finish his practice with a death stroke in to the wooden floor. "I think you know the course of action I choose" showing the blood red make on his hand.
Sly Foxx Saturday February 19th, 2000 5:34:59 PM
" you see Sir Dalath, We are ready anytime you are." Turning and going to get his breakfast ask Cirg "May I have a little extra for Luke, it will make him feel better." Sitting next to Trace and Luke,relates to Tracy" Here Big Brother, give this food to Luke it will make him fell better." Giving the bowl to Trace, then patting Luke head. Anytime, Dalath anytime at all."
Alec Saturday February 19th, 2000 7:25:59 PM
Alec, too observes the change in the mark on his hand. It has faded to what resembles an old wound, or a light rash. While the mark has faded, what it signifies has not. Alec is eager to fulfill his destiny, which for now, points him in one dierection. After he has eaten, and learned his spells for the day, Alec engages in discussion with the group about how to get past the orc encampment.
D.M. (Dalath) Sunday February 20th, 2000 5:51:59 AM
"Very well, if you are ready, prepare your tings and come down the tree, I will meet you at it's base. I leave you for a moment in case there are things you need to discuss. Please holster and put away all weapons and when you are ready decend the tree. There are otheres below who are not as forgiving as I am, please listen closely and do as they say." He then eners the tree and begins climbing down.
Sir Thomas Sunday February 20th, 2000 7:41:59 AM
Sir Thomas remains speachless while helps cirg pack. He shoulders his backpack and prepares to climb down the tree. At the mention of ohter's tatoos changing again, he again removes the glove from his left hand and holds it palm down. His mark is red alright, but not the dark red of hatred that Trace and Sly bear while at the same time being of a darker pigment than Alec's rash colored mark. Sir Thomas knows he was created by Domi with material from Alemi to do what he can to eliminate evil from the world. He knows this to be his destiny and reflects upon it as though it were the past and not the future. After his short reverie he snaps his head up and replaces his glove. "I'll tell you all that I don't trust this Dalath character, but he is growing on me every time he makes reference to evil as an affliction to this good place we now stand upon. I only hope he is not playing us based upon information we have too freely offered. I will see you all at the bottom. Climb safely friends." HE goes to Trace. "I will take your pack down if you would like so that you might be unencumbered to carry Luke down." With Trace's agreement Sir Thomas also shoulders his backpack and climbs down the tree to meet Dalath and the others who are 'not as forgiving. . .'
Sly Foxx Sunday February 20th, 2000 4:52:59 PM
After breakfast Sly will pickup the bowls and help Cirg clean up. Going to the Guardian and picks up his bowl and says "Sometime when you have time, will you tell me what went on at the Church ?" Then pack his weapons, shield, bow and arrows on the back of Brother Mule. then takes out his traveling Book, goes to sit next to Trace and tells him "maybe you could put Luke on Brother Mule's back when we go down. So that Luke won't get up set when we meet the other elves, you know more strangers that don't like us ? ?" With a wink, Sly studdies his magic until it's time to go.
Guardian Solomar Sunday February 20th, 2000 11:57:59 PM
Seeing nothing unusual about Luke, Guardian lets the Luke eat without bothering him anymore. Guardian packs his backpack, and while packing, an idea strikes him. Sly's question comes first--"Sly, I'm not sure I could describe best the events that took place inthe church, but when we get to wherever it is Dalath is taking us, I will tell you what happened." Guardian pats Sly on the shoulder and walks toward Sir Thomas. "Friend, it's been too long; I need your help. I need to build an altar to Alemi soon--to thank him for his grace to us this far. I know that you are in Alemi's service too. Would you like to help worship with me?"
Trace and Luke Monday February 21st, 2000 4:09:59 AM
Trace readies a spot on back of the mule for a ride down the tree and then makes his way down himself. Trace makes his way down the tree then helping everyone else down safely to the ground Trace can hear Luke starting to growl but not bark so he knows he is not alone.
D.M. (Dalath) Monday February 21st, 2000 5:34:59 AM
Dalath waits at the bottom for the rest of the party to decend the tree.
Sly Foxx Monday February 21st, 2000 5:55:59 AM
After Luke is on the back of Brother Mule, Sly puts one hand on the dog- to steady and calm him- and tell the mule to enter the tree and off they go, down and them out of the entrance. Into ? ?
Pip Goodfield Monday February 21st, 2000 5:31:59 PM
Pip puts his quarterstaff through the top of his backpack, and starts to climb down the tree.
Cirg Monday February 21st, 2000 9:11:59 PM
Cirg packs up after breakfast, providing Sly with some food for Luke. Cirg puts some medicine in it to help keep Luke calmed down as he is moved. After rigging his cart to be carried Cirg follows the others down.
Sir Thomas Monday February 21st, 2000 9:54:59 PM
Being the first to reach the ground, Sir Thomas helps those after him to finish the climb safely. "Yes Good Brother Guardian, I would LOVE to help you build a place of worship to Alemi, but I think now is not a good time nor a good place to build such a structure.I feel we should wait a while. I owe much to both Alemi and Domi and can hardly wait to give them what they are due. However, I think they will understand if we hold off on that agenda until this one is finished. Afterall, we are out here fighting for and protecting their teachings and their word." Sir Thomas smiles at his friend. Once everyone is on the ground safely, he turns, putting his back toward the tree they just decended and surveys the area. He takes special note of where Dalath is and also to whatever Dalath is paying attention to. (If it isn't the group of course.)
D.M. (Anthony) Tuesday February 22nd, 2000 3:36:59 AM
Dalath stands in a glade below the tree. He stands with his arms raised. When the final member of the party emerges he slowly lowers his arm and draws his sword waving it over his head, then he re-sheths his sword. Suddenly elves emerge from EVERYWHERE. They all seem to be stowing weapons of some sort or another. Bows, swords, daggers, wands. There must be close to 100 elfs clustered around the base of this tree, and a moment ago you could see none of them.
D.M. (Dalath) Tuesday February 22nd, 2000 3:39:59 AM
He quickly speaks to the surrounding elfs. "Calm brothers these are the ones that were sent for. They are.... actualy I don't know them that well, friends please introduce yourselfs to my forest brethren.
Trace and Luke Tuesday February 22nd, 2000 6:44:59 AM
Putting one leg and arm out with palm up and head bowed. Speaking in elven tounge "I am Trace from the Northern woodlands from a land far from here. I have been asked to come and hopefully provide aid too your sturgels. I am allways at service for my brother and sister elves."
Sly Foxx Tuesday February 22nd, 2000 3:48:59 PM
Sly calming both the dog and the mule, turns and says (in elven)"I am Sly Foxx from the Montanverd Range in the Krag Us Monde Mountains. I also came to help, (bows his head) don't have the experance that the others have, but I'll do my best." then turning his atte4ntion to the dog and the mule.
Pip Goodfield Tuesday February 22nd, 2000 5:50:59 PM
Pip looks around at all the Elves. "Wow. I'm Pip Goodfield, from the area to the south of here, at least I think it's south of here. By Heranmar(sic?)."
Sir Thomas Tuesday February 22nd, 2000 6:48:59 PM
Sir Thomas straightens his back and removes his helmet to put it under his arm in a tucked postion. All in preparation for a proper introduction. Speaking loudly enough that all will be able to hear, Sir Thomas addresses the elves, "I am Sir Thomas Hurley of New Elenna. I am a messenger of Alemi's word and a protector of Domi's honor. THEIR wish is my command." Sir Thomas steps back a step and replaces his helmet atop his head. He rests his hand on the hilt of his sword in a very casual stance while he waits for the other introductions.
Guardian Solomar Tuesday February 22nd, 2000 7:26:59 PM
Still a bit sore from yesterday's skirmish, Guardian opts not to deliver a flourishing introduction. The preist smiles lamely and says, "Guardian Solomar."
Alec Tuesday February 22nd, 2000 9:53:59 PM
Alec introduces himself, "I am Alec Rackshie, one of the few survivors of a shipping voyage out of New Ellena."
Cirg d20=16 Tuesday February 22nd, 2000 11:23:59 PM
Cirg lets the others make their introductions while he studies the assembled elf hoard. Looking for signs that they are another of Dalath's illusions. (ooc:Is high good? I forget) He puts his cart back on its wheels once on the ground. Looking at Dalath, Cirg shrugs. "So who be in charge here Dalath? Fer those who might care I be Cirg. Da cook fer this group."
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