Getting Ready(DM Sam) Friday February 4th, 2000 7:56:46 PM
Figment and Ingrge go the the stables and find two horses that would fit Ingrge. one is a riding horse that looks to be of the highest quality(95gp), and the other is a light warhorse, also of high quality(115gp). while they are shopping, K'nara and Flueterflam go and pick up some last minuet supplies, while everyone else hitches up the horses to the wagon and pack up their gear in preperation for their journey home
Ingrge Friday February 4th, 2000 7:56:47 PM
For some reason the light warhorse draws Ingrge's eye. Maybe it was just the light, but there was just something, perhaps a glint in that ones eye, that said we are meant to be a team. Of course having been a loner for most of his life and having never owned a horse of his own, it could just be that he is making more of it than is truly there, but for some reason after seeing the the grey stallion, he didnt even look back at the other.
Olana Friday February 4th, 2000 7:56:48 PM
"A couple of weeks rations would come in handy,"says the elf as K'Nara asks, before helping get everything ready. Looking at the spittle on the floor, she then grins at Milo. "Oh my, I don't think I could come up with as much as that!"
Shadrach Friday February 4th, 2000 7:56:49 PM
Shad re-checks the supplies that K'Nara and Fluet bring back, helping load and stow them. "I just remembered your actor idea. My 'fruit salad' suit is gaudy enough, and I suppose I could try the fancy tumbles. But if you want any masks or fancy stuff, we ought to pick that up before we go. Unless you've changed your mind."
Milo Friday February 4th, 2000 7:56:50 PM
To K'nara before she leaves for the store, "Yeah...I could use a wide brimmed straw hat to keep the sun off me on the trip." Back to his drawl, "I'd really appershiate it if'n you'd pick that up fer me darlin'" Milo smiles and then winks at Olana.
Flueterflam Friday February 4th, 2000 10:28:43 PM
Fluet whistles quietly to himself while they go to the store. Considering the task they about to undertake, he is in a relatively light cheery mood. Although he wonders why K'nara needed him to go with her to the store, and also what is going through everyone else's mind. As they walk to the store, Fluet makes conversation, "so just out of curiosity, why'd you need me to come to the store with? Oh, and also, do you have any ideas about 'acting'? I for one was planning on being spontaneous. Afterall, that's the best way for anyone to act...well, at least."
K'nara Sunday February 6th, 2000 7:53:31 AM
The female fighter ordered five weeks' worth of iron rations for seven people from the general store manager, then turned to the bard as the proprietor went to check his stock. "I wanted you to come along to help carry some of the stuff, of course," K'nara said simply. "We'll get the majority of this hauled over to where the wagons are, but I needed a hand with it, and you remind me of my kid brother, Drexle." The auburn-haired female laughed. "He's not yet sixteen but I know he's gonna be a bard one day. He and Llyria sing at the tavern my family runs." K'nara was very obviously waxing nostalgic, and her reminiscent smile faded. "I just hope that they're okay."
Figment Sunday February 6th, 2000 7:53:32 AM
The mage smiles as he sees the bond being formed between rider and mount. "Ingrge, I think you have found your mount. Or has your mount found you... I have never really have figured out which it is.". He makes sure Ingrge gets outfitted properly with riding gear, saddle, clothes, treats for his new friend, etc. If the fighter/mage objects, (30 gp), he offers him some comfort - "Trust me on this, Ingrge. You will not be sorry for the extra investment.". As the two ride back to meet the others, the mage gives the new rider as many pointers as he thinks he needs watching him get used to life on a mount.
Ingrge Monday February 7th, 2000 6:35:58 PM
Ingrge packs away the treats, listens to Figment and then comments, While I have never owned a horse of my own, I do know how to ride, or at least well enough to get from place to place, and never on as fine a mount as this fellow, but, Umm I have rarely used these bridles and saddles. Mostly, I have just used a riding pad with a quiver and saddle bags and left the head free to guide its self as it were. However if you think it necessary....
Getting Ready(DM Sam) Monday February 7th, 2000 9:11:05 PM
as everyone returns back to Drahdi's house, they find that everyone else has gotten the horses hitched to the wagon and their possessions stowed on the wagons. it is now one hour after noon(apperantly you all were getting a head start in the inn!), with about 7 hours of sunlight left
Olana Monday February 7th, 2000 11:15:43 PM
After thanking K'Nara for collecting some rations, Olana jumps up on one of the wagons. "Er.. Fig? Would you have any hints on driving horses? - is it fairly easy?" she asks, gingerly taking the reins, ready for the off.
Shadrach Tuesday February 8th, 2000 8:34:47 AM
Shad had donned his wide-brimmed fancy hat with the ostrich feather and set himself up on the wagon seat. "Waal, pilgrims, let's get this wagon a'movin'!"
Figment Tuesday February 8th, 2000 11:43:29 AM
graciously gives Olana - and anyone else who would care to ask or listen - a brief yet informative lesson on driving a wagon and how the horses will respond. He dons his riding gear and prepares to leave. "I would suggest we get started this afternoon. We have a long journey ahead."
Milo Tuesday February 8th, 2000 5:59:55 PM
Having retrieved a particularly long stalk of hay from the barn, Milo turns casually to listen to Figment's rhetoric lesson on driving a cart, "I'm no pro at this good sir." Milo sticks the end of the stalk in his mouth a begins to chew it gingerly, with the remainder hanging out the front. The whole scene is rather rural, "But I've driven a hay cart once or twice in my youth." He smiles, makes sure everyone is secure and then clucks the horses.
K'nara Wednesday February 9th, 2000 4:49:48 PM
After collecting the rations she and Fluet could carry, K'nara led the way back to where the wagons and the rest of the party were waiting. She split the rations into equal parts and put one part into the back of each wagon. After she was done, the human bladesinger went over to Milo and presented him with a wide-brimmed hat made of high-quality straw. "Here you are, Milo," she said, putting it squarely upon his head with a grin and a wink. "You look SO good in that, I'll spring for it! You don't need to pay me back."
Getting Ready To Leave(DM Sam) Wednesday February 9th, 2000 7:58:26 PM
Shadrach and Milo hoist themselves into the first wagon, while Flueterflam and Olana board the other wagon. Ingrge, K'nara, and Figment mount their horses, ready to begin their journey
Shadrach Wednesday February 9th, 2000 10:01:16 PM
"YEEHAA! Get along, lil doggies!"
Olana Wednesday February 9th, 2000 10:33:50 PM
After listening solemnly to Figment's advice, Olana smiles brightly and says, "Oooh, okay off we go then!"
K'nara Thursday February 10th, 2000 5:14:31 AM
The tall human female cast an experienced eye upon Ingrge's gray, nodding approvingly as they all headed out towards the Emerald Kingdom. "Light warhorse...good match for ya, elf!" she commented with a grin. "Got a name for it..?" K'nara rode easily on her dark brown mount with mottled black splotches, obviously a horsewoman of some experience.
Figment d20=13 d20=6 Thursday February 10th, 2000 10:51:36 AM
smiles at K'Nara's fine steed. He begins to explain to her it's line of breeding, it's heritage, it's strengths and it's weaknesses - as traditionally known by all the good horse breeders (Int). He rides with the others on his large pure white steed of fine breeding - approximatly the size of a medium to large war horse but clearly bred for speed and endurance more than strength. Somehow the mage and the horse seem to come together as if they were meant to be just that way. The pleasure on his face is very apparent as they ride.
Milo Thursday February 10th, 2000 12:37:42 PM
Looking very pleased with himself in his wide brimmed straw hat, chewing calmly on the end of the stalk of hay Milo sits calmly observing all around him. Whispering quietly so only Shadrach can hear, "Perhaps Figment would like a moment alone with his horse..." Milo clears his throat and clucks the horses once more.
Ingrge Thursday February 10th, 2000 12:37:43 PM
After placing his pack, and sword into one of the wagons, Ingrge puts the riding pad onto his mount, adjusts the stirrups and saddlebags and then mounts after settling into his riding pad he keeps arranging his things. While mounting and arranging his things, Ingrge keeps one hand in contact with his new mount at all times and seems to be talking to it in a low crooning voice. At K'nara's question, he turns slightly and responds. "Yes he is a nice horse. He tells me that his name is something like; fast, dancing, darkness on the far side of the quarter moon, but that he has been called "Moon Dancer" or " Shadow Dancer" by his former owners. I told him that I thought that "Moon Shadow" might be closer to the truth and he agreed so I will call him "Moon Shadow". The thing that all notice is that Moon shadow is not wearing a bridle and thus his head is totally free.
Flueterflam Thursday February 10th, 2000 5:08:12 PM
After jumping in the wagon, Fluet makes himself as cozy as possible. Since he's not alone, and in a bit of a talking mood, he turns to Olana. "So how's it goin'? Ever shared a wagon before? This happens to be my first time." Realizing he hasn't spent as much time making music as he would have liked, Fluet unslings his lute and mentally prepares himself to create.
Getting Ready To Leave(DM Sam) Thursday February 10th, 2000 8:05:30 PM
with Ingrge, K'nana, and Figment leading the way, the two wagons rumble out on to the road. Milo and Shadrach's up front, with Olana and Flueterflam bringing up the rear. after about an hour of traveling through the city and the city gates, the group is out on the open road, traveling towards their destination
Shadrach Thursday February 10th, 2000 8:05:31 PM
For some reason, Shad is snickering as they leave the city.
Olana Thursday February 10th, 2000 8:42:18 PM
"Actually no, I've never done this before," says the elf with a grin to Fluet as they set off. "Rather fun, isn't it." She takes the reins, letting Fluet get on with his compositions. "I just hope we don't encounter too much trouble on the way." As they travel, she'll glance back every now and then, because who was to say they weren't being followed.
Figment Friday February 11th, 2000 10:28:24 AM
moves ahead with the group, watching for trouble - and a good camping spot at the end of the day. He looks at the map to see what road they will be taking to get to the Emerald Kingdom hoping they can traverse the safe roads as much as is possible.
Shadrach Friday February 11th, 2000 10:36:00 AM
"Real men don't need maps!"
Milo Friday February 11th, 2000 3:14:52 PM
As the wagon rolls along, Milo half hums, half sings a ditty under his breath as Fluet plays... something about following a moon shadow. All the while he is keeping an eye on and around the road for possible trouble.
Getting Ready To Leave(DM Sam) Sunday February 13th, 2000 8:19:50 PM
as Figment examines the map, he sees that the route to Perpaguil and Titania has a road that lead all the way through both towns. after traveling for the remainder of the day, Figment finds a suitable place to camp just off the road(ill need a watch schedule set up, if you plan to set up watches)
K'nara Monday February 14th, 2000 6:13:53 AM
K'nara eyed Poki--her mount--as Figment went into the lineage of the faithful riding horse. "Wow--I'm impressed!" she said with a smile. "And here I thought that Poki was *just* a swell horse!" Once the group reaches where they'll camp, K'nara looks around. "Okay, who's volunteering for which watches? There'll be four watches..." (OOC: I'm assuming that there's about twelve hours of darkness, so each watch would be three hours.)
Ingrge Monday February 14th, 2000 6:13:54 AM
At Knarra's question Ingrge answers. I will take first watch if no one minds. That way I can be rested in the morning for spell study. I think that spell users need to be at either end of the watch schedule in order to get the most uninterupted sleep but......
Milo Monday February 14th, 2000 9:55:59 AM
Milo perks up... "I'll be happy to take the first watch... This is like camping at home... except for the watches I mean... did anyone bring the soft mallow sweets for the fire?"
Figment Monday February 14th, 2000 2:26:29 PM
The mage dismounts and begins to set up his tent and camping gear in very short order to include a fire. He's obviously done this many times before - but it's as if he's in some sort of hurry. "I would prefer the first watch as well. Even if you want it Milo, I'll be up a while.". He opens Xanth's belongings and pulls out his spell book. "Now, let's see if that grey elven magic is as superior as they think it is...". He carefully opens and peruses the book's contents with anticipation. Completely ignoring the others.
Flueterflam Monday February 14th, 2000 4:00:57 PM
After coming to a block, Fluet throws his lute over his shoulder and begins whistling absently. Letting the mind wander is often the best course for good ideas. "I guess I can take the second watch. It really doesn't matter too much to me."
Olana Monday February 14th, 2000 7:01:13 PM
"I'll take third!" exclaims the elf, jumping down from the wagon and seeing to the horses. "It'll still be dark then - and I can see better than some." After making sure the beasts are fed and secured, Olana will make camp with the others, before resting quietly, deep in thought, until it's her watch.
Milo Monday February 14th, 2000 7:37:47 PM
Looking mildly annoyed at the bookish mage, "Well, okay if you want it that bad... I'll take the fourth watch..."
Shadrach Monday February 14th, 2000 9:44:09 PM
"Fourth is fine." He went out to scout around the campsite.
K'nara Tuesday February 15th, 2000 5:15:45 AM
As she helped set up camp, K'nara thought about the watch assignments. "EVERYONE pulls a watch...but there will be one person on one of the watches, since there are only seven of us. First watch, Ingrge and Figment; second Flueterflam; third will have Olana and myself; and fourth will have Milo and Shadrach. Any objections?"
Figment Tuesday February 15th, 2000 5:15:46 AM
The mage reads.
Olana Tuesday February 15th, 2000 12:40:33 PM
"Fine by me," says Olana with a smile. "You going to be alright on your own, Fluet?" In a quiet voice, drawing on her ranger skills - she explains to him what to watch out for - what sounds are normal during the night hours, and what is out of the ordinary and would be cause for alarm.
Flueterflam Tuesday February 15th, 2000 3:53:44 PM
Fluet asks Olana to go over it one more time, just in case. Then for half an hour or so, he sits near a tree. Just sits there with his eyes closed.
Getting Ready To Leave(DM Sam) d6=2 d6=1 d6=2 d6=3 Tuesday February 15th, 2000 7:37:52 PM
after everyone decides what watch to take and after eating, everyone settles down to rest. Ingrge and Figments watch is uneventful, but during Fluterflam's watch, something in the air just doesnt seem right(make a perception check Fluterflam)
Shadrach Tuesday February 15th, 2000 7:37:53 PM
"ZZZ-zzzzzz"
Figment Tuesday February 15th, 2000 9:14:03 PM
wonders what he found in Xanth's book.
Flueterflam d20=4 Wednesday February 16th, 2000 7:30:52 PM
(OOC: made check) Fluet gets the idea that something may be wrong. He grabs his bow and nocks an arrow. Then he breathes as quietly as he can without holding his breath. Fluet waits for what seems to be hours, as his heart pounds in his small frame.
Shadrach Wednesday February 16th, 2000 8:00:46 PM
"Zzz-zz....oh, hey stop that...Olana that is VERY unprofessional...::snort::"
Getting Ready To Leave(DM Sam) Wednesday February 16th, 2000 10:12:24 PM
as everyone is sound asleep, Flueterlfam hears some grunting and moaning about 30 yards north. no one else seems to be awaken by the noise
Flueterflam Wednesday February 16th, 2000 10:12:25 PM
Hearing the grunting, Fluet decides he won't wake anyone unless it starts coming closer. As silently as possible, he makes his way to the north end of their camp. He hides as much of his body by any trees in the area as he can. He stops after traveling 10 yards at most. If the noise comes any closer, Fluet will run back and wake everyone up.
K'nara d20=6 Thursday February 17th, 2000 6:09:11 AM
(OOC: made an Intelligence/Perception check just to see if K'nara would somehow realize the same thing Flueterflam does, as she hadn't gone to sleep RIGHT away. She made it.) Only having just fallen into a light sleep, the human bladesinger suddenly gets a compulsion to sit straight up from her bed site. Her hazel eyes darted around the camp, noting that Fluet seemed to be stalking something at the northern part of the area. She reached for her sword...
Figment Thursday February 17th, 2000 6:09:12 AM
dreams about the contents of Xanth's book...
Terrible Noises(DM Sam) Thursday February 17th, 2000 8:12:42 PM
(Flue is hearing the noises about two thirds into his watch, so K'nana didnt hear anything) as Flueterflam gets closer to the moaning, he can see that there is a dim light ahead. it may looks like a lantrin that has been hooded. and the closer he gets, Flueterflam realzes that he can hear 2 sourses of moaning, one sounding like a male, the other like a female, and that they sound like they are more in pain than threatening. he can tell the sourse is only about 10 yds away
Ingrge Thursday February 17th, 2000 8:12:43 PM
.....SnrrtzzzzzZZZZZZzzzzzZZZZZzzzzSnnrtzzzzzz
Olana Thursday February 17th, 2000 8:12:44 PM
The elf sits cross-legged beneath a tree, her eyes closed, resting peacefully.
Flueterflam Thursday February 17th, 2000 9:13:07 PM
Fluet decides that he needs to find out what's going on. Instead of going by himself he wakes one person up. He quietly goes over to K'nara, puts his hand over her mouth, and shakes her a bit. When Fluet is sure he has awaken her, he whispers in her ear the situation. "I don't think we need to wake everyone. How bout just us two see if we can find out what it is? If it ends up being too bad, we can come wake the others." Then stealthily makes his way back to where the noises are coming, going closer this time so he can actually see what it is. Fluet also makes sure to keep K'nara in his vision. (assuming she comes with him)
Figment Friday February 18th, 2000 11:04:45 AM
"....I read it. It was right there... I'm SURE of it! I know I did... I just can't seem to picture what it said... Hmmmm. I'm usually pretty smart about stuff like that.... Well, if I think about it long enough, maybe it will come to me.... thinking.... thinking.... thinking.... thinking hard.... harder.... harder.... harder...." (Int x 7) :).
K'nara Sunday February 20th, 2000 6:46:25 AM
Falling asleep after the false alarm, K'nara felt a hand on her mouth and nearly seized the man by the throat, but Fluet's whisper saves him from being accidently throttled to death by the human bladesinger. She nods and silently unsheathes her sword, advancing upon the source of the noise with her weapon at the ready.
Horrible Noises(DM Sam) Sunday February 20th, 2000 8:58:18 PM
after waking up K'nara, her and Flueterflam makes their way back to the source of the noises. after traveling 20 yards towards the moaning, they can hear something that sounds like a fight going on. once they get within 10 feet, they can see two people rolling in the dirt, looking like they are trying to kill each other! there is a hooded lantrin nearby, but its not shedding enough light in order to make any details out. but K'nana and Flueterflam can see a shield and a sword lying around.
K'nara Monday February 21st, 2000 6:27:30 AM
K'nara almost snorted her disgust--goodness knew who THESE two were or what they were doing there, but her party needed their sleep...and they did NOT two less-than-professional--um, whatever-they-were--posing a possible threat to the Talons. She marched up to the combatants, pointed her sword at them, then activated the flames of the magic blade with a sharp: "Lucia!" After squinting at the two on the ground (who will have hopefully stopped at the sudden light and sound), the warrior woman adds: "Now...who in the six-hundred-sixty-six layers of the Abyss ARE you--and why are trying to kill each other within earshot of MY camp???"
Olana Monday February 21st, 2000 11:00:41 AM
Olana starts to come out of her trance-like sleep in preparation for her watch. This had been very restful, maybe because she was back in the countryside once more, and her mind had soared through a perfect forest, dancing with scents and sounds, swirling amongst columns of dappled sunlight.
Flueterflam Monday February 21st, 2000 12:18:51 PM
Fluet stays quietly hidden. He walks over to the latrin, in case someone is there. He slowly takes the shield and sword and moves them a yard or two back the way he came. Then he nocks his bow and aims in the direction of the latrin.
Things Are Not Always What They Seem(DM Sam) Monday February 21st, 2000 8:46:20 PM
when K'nara jumps up and yells out her challange, the first thing she notices it that the fighters are male and female, and that they are nude! the second thing she notices is that they are not fighting! they stop rolling around for a moment, then the woman screams, while the male tries to reach for his sword, but gets tangeled up with his companion. after he recovers, he yells out, "Run Claire! Bandits!" while he is trying to shield her from K'nara
K'nara Tuesday February 22nd, 2000 3:19:17 AM
The tall auburn-haired woman stared at the pair for a moment, and then put her sword up. "What in the..?" she gasped, then--realizing that they've stumbled upon a tryst--rolled her eyes in total disbelief. "Pah! We're no bandits! What hormones YOU must have to find the need to carry on in the middle of the woods at night!" With a word to her sword, K'nara snuffed the flame out and turned on her heel to head back to camp. "You and...Claire, here, have five minutes to go find some other site. I don't want my peoples' rest disturbed further by your...sounds." She stomps off, muttering about hormones damaging brains and such, intending to join Olana so that they may begin their own watch.
Figment Tuesday February 22nd, 2000 3:19:18 AM
sleeps.
Things Are Not Always What They Seem(DM Sam) Tuesday February 22nd, 2000 7:37:23 PM
after stareing at K'nara for a couple of seconds, the two lovers quickly gather their belongings and dissapear into the woods.
Flueterflam Tuesday February 22nd, 2000 9:36:59 PM
Seeing that they are in no real danger, Fluet chuckles to himself and returns with K'nara. "Sorry to wake you up for that, but you never know. Chances aren't always good to take." Then, joking around with regards to her disgust of hormones, "It isn't that bad is it? I mean lust isn't exactly unnatural." After returning to camp, Fluet mused, "If you get bored at all tonight, we could always see if what they were doing is worth while." With a wink, he lies down to get a little sleep.
K'nara Wednesday February 23rd, 2000 6:47:17 AM
K'nara's only response to Fluet's comments was a snort, followed by a sigh. "Everything, I guess, has its time and place..." she mumbled, then went to stand watch with Olana.
Waking Up(DM Sam) Wednesday February 23rd, 2000 9:11:18 PM
the rest of the night passes uneventfully, when morning rolls around, everyone is rested, ready to continue their journey
Milo Wednesday February 23rd, 2000 9:11:19 PM
As one of the last on watch, Milo greets everyone cheerily as they wake, "Good morning, I hope you rested well." He then prepares breakfast for the group from the rations K'nara purchased, humming a tune to himself the entire time.
Shadrach Wednesday February 23rd, 2000 9:22:09 PM
"I slept like a log. Good dreams too!" Shad donned his magic chain mail and made it look like plain clothes. He'd stowed his trident in the bed of the wagon, the end within arm's reach yesterday. His quiver and bow also stuck just behind him for access. "Who made breakfast?"
Ingrge Wednesday February 23rd, 2000 9:22:10 PM
becoming aware of his surroundings after his nightlong rest, Ingrge wakes just before dawn, checks on Moon Shadow and feeds him. then smelling breakfast being cooked sits down and starts doing a little studying. As Figment wakes and joins the breakfast club, Ingrge looks up and asks. So, Anything interesting in Xanth's spellbook?
Ingrge Wednesday February 23rd, 2000 9:22:11 PM
becoming aware of his surroundings after his nightlong rest, Ingrge wakes just before dawn, checks on Moon Shadow and feeds him. then smelling breakfast being cooked sits down and starts doing a little studying. As Figment wakes and joins the breakfast club, Ingrge looks up and asks. So, Anything interesting in Xanth's spellbook?
Figment Thursday February 24th, 2000 11:33:03 AM
The mage thoughtfully sips a cup of really good smelling coffee that everyone can see came from some sort of homemade contraption next to him on the ground. He greets the morning and is already packed and ready to go - as if he's very used to this sort of travel. "I'm not sure about the book yet Ingrge, my head is not yet clear this morning. I'll be able to tell you more about it in a few minutes - when I've finished putting my thoughts together...".
Olana Thursday February 24th, 2000 1:54:32 PM
Olana takes the third watch with K'Nara, and as morning comes, busies herself with eating a little breakfast and then seeing to the horses and getting ready to leave. "Oooh, it's so good to be out in the wild again, isn't it?" she exclaims brightly.
K'nara Thursday February 24th, 2000 2:30:56 PM
After tending to the horses and making sure that people have started breakfast and such, the human bladesinger settles down to breaking her own fast, smiling and nodding at Olana's enthusiasm. "I always did like being on the road...especially the road home."
Going Foward(DM Sam) Thursday February 24th, 2000 9:54:52 PM
the next three days are pretty much uneventful. there are other travelers on the road with you all, everyone seems friendly and no trouble is caused. but the closer you go to the Emerald Kingdome, the less traveled the road is. finally, at the end of the third day, you all arive at the edge of Parnoths kingdome, you home
Figment Friday February 25th, 2000 10:24:58 AM
The mage smiles as he sees the mood and anticipation of the others who are native to this land. "It's good to see your joy. Perhaps things will go well for us here.".
Shadrach Friday February 25th, 2000 6:39:11 PM
Shad's mood was bittersweet. He kept thinking of the girl he'd gone wandering for, and everything that had happened since. Sometimes he pointed out places he'd been to the others.
Olana Friday February 25th, 2000 10:40:04 PM
Olana couldn't help feeling a little nervous as they approached the Kingdom. If she was being utterly honest, the idea of actually being exiled hadn't really sunk in until now. Somehow in the back of her mind she'd always thought there would be a home for her, here. She stayed quiet and frowned slightly. What of her own tribe? Had they been infected with this poison? What was she going to find ahead of her?
K'nara Saturday February 26th, 2000 7:48:08 AM
"Between the scarves we got at Plateau City and the fact that Parnoth doubtless doesn't take us seriously as any threat to him whatsoever," K'nara addressed her group, "I doubt we'll be detected if we use our heads--you know, don't give out your real name, don't draw attention to yourself, that sort of thing..." The female fighter wheeled her mount around again and waved them forward, "...now, come on--let's see what damage that...green slime has done." So saying, K'nara led the way back into the Emerald Kingdom.
Ingrge Monday February 28th, 2000 8:39:06 PM
Watching the border of his homeland come into view, saddens, angers and delights Ingrge all at the same time. While he agrees with K'narra that the Parnoth probably thinks they are of no threat to him, Ingrge none the less is nervous, to say the least, about the pssibility of facing him any time soon. As they approach the border a stray thought returns to him about something K'narra had said several days earlier. "Umm, K'narra?" "What did you mean, when you made the comment that I shoud get the amulet because you had a plan for me and it regarding his royal Greeness?" I mean nothing personal but, I mean I do trust you an all, but I would at least like to know what you are getting me into?
Going Foward(DM Sam) Tuesday February 29th, 2000 2:57:48 AM
K'nara and Ingrge lead everyone into the forest, followed by Shadrach and Milo in the first wagon and Flueterflam and Olana in the second wagon, with Figment bringing up the rear(this is going to be the marching order, unless anyone wants to change places). after journing into the woods for about 2 hrs, the woods seem to take on a darker, wilder look to it. the path is overgrown with weeds, and the trees seem to block out the sun alot more than you all remember. and everyone has a feeling that they are being watched, but when they look, they dont see anything
Figment Tuesday February 29th, 2000 2:57:49 AM
the mage follows the second wagon - careful not to stray too far behind. He keeps an eye to the sides and the rear. "Where are they? I feel them but I don't see them."
Milo Tuesday February 29th, 2000 9:11:45 AM
Looking about with wide eyes, Milo says quietly, " oh boy... I'm not sure I like the look of this at all... Turning to Shadrach... would you drive for a while..? I'd like to take an Invisible watch. " If Shadrach agrees, Milo hands him the reins and then activating the ring of invisibility, he carefully moves to the other side of the bench and begins to watch the woods about him attentively.
Olana Tuesday February 29th, 2000 3:39:37 PM
As they enter the dark forest, Olana whispers to Fluet. "Do you feel that? As though someone is watching?" Noticing the looks of the others - who obviously feel that something isn't quite right, she calmly brings forth her bow, ready to load and fire if need be. "It's too dark here," she mutters, "too dark."
Shadrach Tuesday February 29th, 2000 3:45:35 PM
Shad took the reins clumsily, struggling to keep the horses straight. Fortunately, horses had a tendency to follow each other. He began to whistle the tune about King Claudia.
Ingrge Tuesday February 29th, 2000 6:59:16 PM
As they enter the forest, Ingrge feels a sensation not unlike the last time he was being spied upon by the green one and casually takes out his scarf and ties it on as if to keep the hair out of his field of vision.
Flueterflam Tuesday February 29th, 2000 7:11:14 PM
"Huh? Oh, no, I, what?" Fluet has obviously been daydreaming. After a minute or so, he regains his wits. "Oh, I wasn't really paying attention. I had the neatest daydream though." He then takes a second to examine the surroundings. "Hey, this would be a great place to sing about. It's all gloomy and dark. And if I was the paranoid type I'd think that things were watching me. HA! That's just a kid's tale to keep them away from the forest. Do you really think some evil thing is just sitting out there watching us? NO. If there was some evil thing out there, it would've done something to us by now. Don't worry about it. It probably is just because of that weird disease. Those trolls, or whatever they are, probably scared away most of the animals. Actually I'm looking forward to dueling with something other than the dead or undead or whatever they were. At least you know when you kill them." At this point Fluet realizes he's talking too much and quiets down. Then he puts his hand on Olana's shoulder. "Don't worry, I'm sure this will be more fun than scary."
Eyed Foward(DM Sam) Wednesday March 1st, 2000 1:59:23 AM
traveling throughout the day, everyone still has that uneasy feeling like there is something watching or following them, but no one ever sees anything or anyone. the deeper the party journeys into the forest, the darker and more sinister the forest gets. the isnt anyone one traveling on the road, which at one time was well traveled. as evening approaches, nothing bad has happened, but their is an omnious feeling in the air, as if something is just biding its time, waiting to strike
Figment Wednesday March 1st, 2000 9:29:55 AM
The mage help set up camp and tend the animals. Once done, he says "Guys, I don't like the feeling of this place so I am going to turn invisible while I sleep and keep watch. He casts and goes blank. "Which watch do you want me to take? I would prefer last watch.".
Olana Wednesday March 1st, 2000 10:30:53 AM
Olana sighs, but gives Fluet a smile. "I hope you're right," she says. When they reach camp she hops down and goes about the business of tending horses and setting up camp. Passing Ingrge, she speaks to her fellow elf quietly. "Not quite the forest we remember, is it," she whispers. "We'd best be careful." As the subject of watch comes up, she offers to take third with K'Nara as before.
K'nara Wednesday March 1st, 2000 12:27:15 PM
"The watches should go thus: Flueterflam on first; Shadrach and Milo on second; Olana and myself third, and last watch for Ingrge and Figment." K'nara said as they set up their campsite. "And I'll be happy to let you in on my plan, Ingrge...as soon as we're set up for the night here..."
Milo Wednesday March 1st, 2000 5:05:12 PM
Milo goes about his campsite tasks of unhitching his horses... brushing them... which he does by walking them up the the wagon and then tying them down so they'll stay put as he climbs up and brushes them while standing on the wagon bench... and then helping to feed all the horses... Afterwards he approaches K'nara, "I'm going to be invisible as well... I just want to be able to watch without being seen or noticed... makes it easier to surprise interlopers." He smiles and then quietly moves off, fading from sight.
Settling Down(DM Sam) Wednesday March 1st, 2000 8:04:11 PM
once the canp as been set up and the watches established, everyone settles down to sleep.
Settling Down(DM Sam) Wednesday March 1st, 2000 8:04:36 PM
once the canp as been set up and the watches established, everyone settles down to sleep.
Ingrge Wednesday March 1st, 2000 8:04:37 PM
Nodding to both Olanna's and K'narra's comments, Ingrge helps set up camp and and then agrees to the be last watch with Figment as he takes care of Moon Shadow he rearranges some of his things and places a potion in to one of his side pouches.
Figment Thursday March 2nd, 2000 10:57:36 AM
The invisible mage stretches out to sleep at the edge of camp. Putting his wand on his chest next to his hand for hasty retieval.
Flueterflam Thursday March 2nd, 2000 5:55:52 PM
"Sure, I'll take up the first watch." Fluet then climbs up a tree near the camp. He takes care to make himself as comfortable as possible. He spends his time in a state of meditation. That is, Fluet lets his mind wander, but is completely conscious to any sounds or noises that seem out of the ordinary.
Shadrach Friday March 3rd, 2000 8:50:24 AM
As Shad drifted off to sleep, he wondered, *Had they been followed from Plateau City? Parnath certainly hated them enough.*
Olana Friday March 3rd, 2000 11:47:53 AM
The elf slept quite peacefully, having long since learned - that no matter what your troubles are - you're always better off getting as much rest as you can.
K'nara Friday March 3rd, 2000 8:47:39 PM
K'nara seems really quiet and moody, and not her normal self. she takes her turn in the watch, then goes to sleep, staying pretty much to her self
Waking Up(DM Sam) Friday March 3rd, 2000 8:56:04 PM
the night passes uneventfully. as moring comes, everyone prepares to continue their journy into their former home
Ingrge Friday March 3rd, 2000 8:56:05 PM
as he finishes the moring watch and starts breakfast Ingrge walks up to Olanna and asks What is wrong with this forest? You are more familiar with the ways of the woods than I am what is causing the lack of animals and birds sounds?
Figment Friday March 3rd, 2000 9:12:26 PM
rememorizes his Invisibilty spell during his watch. still being invisible he helps break camp, approaches his mount who apparently isn't too concerned that a voice out of nowhere is talking to it, packs and mounts. "Let's make tracks guys. No reason to allow any interlopers time to set up for us.".
Olana Sunday March 5th, 2000 1:30:45 PM
"Well that's just it," says Olana quietly to Ingrge as they pack up and continue on their journey. "I don't know, and that's what's bothering me." She gives a mock salute and a wink to Fig, makes sure that Fluet's on board, and sets off with the others.
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