Sir Thomas Thursday June 15th, 2000 6:56:59 AM
Thomas raises the torch up high so it can shed its light across the room better. As he enters the room he thinks to himself, ::I hope this was the sanctuary of something evil and not a respectable diety the way it has been left.:: He doesn't give that a second thought though as he crosses the room to the only door he sees. He approaches it cautiously, not because he is afraid of being ambushed but because the disarray of the room seems to call for it. Oddly enough, it sets him at easy to be a little over cautious this time. He pulls the door open with his hand that is holding his shield. As he does so, he shoves the torch into the open doorway when the door clears.
Pip Goodfield Thursday June 15th, 2000 9:12:59 AM
Pip looks at the centaurs. "Whoa! Horse-men. I never seen one of them before. Umm, I hope they're friendly..." He says, not sure whether any given centaur stance is friendly or not.
A Picture of the Eighth Wonder (DM Cameron) Thursday June 15th, 2000 9:55:59 AM
As Ilsidur and Pip talk, the centaurs, who have a glazed look that they now notice, walk forward as if in a trance. As Thomas opens the door, he finds himself in a sort of antechamber in the tower. To the left are stairs going up, and to the right stairs going down, straight ahead are double doors, bearing few marks of any kind.
Sly Foxx and Luke Thursday June 15th, 2000 10:15:59 AM
Sly stand and watches the figure and wagon coming closer to them. "Look Trace" said Sly, "Someone is comming our way. And making all that noise. Good chance we brought down that deer now, or We would all have starved."
Alyndar Rainfelt Thursday June 15th, 2000 8:31:59 PM
Walking before you stands an average height grey elf, with silvery grey hair and amber eyes. A little older than your normal elf. He is wearing a tunic and breeches and boots and with closer examination has a jovial look and spying you he breaks out into a wider grin, stops the wagon and ox, tieing the reins to a sapling and walks up towards you, hands outstretched in a sign of friendship, saying: Hail good travelers, you look like you are in need of someone to help roast that hart of yours. With your permission I would feel honored if you allow me the right to make that into a fine feast for you and your friends. I am a farely good cook, back where i am from, and by the looks of you 2 you are in dire need of a good meal or 3. He comes closer, extending his hand in friendship to both people standing there and says: my name is Alyndar, well met my new friends.
Ilsidur Friday June 16th, 2000 6:33:59 AM
Ilsidur whispers,out of the corner of his mouth, "Pip, I don't like the looks of this. These centaurs appear to have blank looks on their faces, almost as if they were being controlled by someone. Let's be careful." As the centaurs continue to advance, Ilsidur slings his crossbow, unslings his silver battleaxe, and addresses the centaurs in his most commanding voice, "Hold, sirs! We mean you no harm, but stay back from us. Your appearance is distressing, and I want you to keep your distance while we figure out what is going on." If the centaurs continue to advance, Ilsidur will back up, and call out to the rest of the group, "Hey, we seem to be having a bit of trouble over here!" But if the centaurs do stop, Ilsidur will try to talk to them, staying at least 20' away, and holding his battle-axe.
Trace and Radiant Friday June 16th, 2000 7:35:59 AM
Trace reaches out to shake the hand of the stranger when he hears the others calling for help. Rolling his eyes and turning to run, "Will wonders ever cease?" Trace breaks into a sprint to help and when he arrives he draws his sword and readies his shiled.
Alyndar Rainfelt Friday June 16th, 2000 10:23:59 PM
As he turns to shake the hand of the one who isn't Trace (ooc: sly didn't say his name but did call Trace by his name) he says: No, friend, you would not have starved, noone starves when I am around.
Sly Foxx and Luke Friday June 16th, 2000 11:18:59 PM
"Oh Excuse me, Sir Elf" as Sly shakes the Wizard's hand. "Brother Elf and I have just killed our party's meal(pointing to the deer) When I'm affair they(the Party and pointing in the direction of the fort) are in a little trouble and in need of my help. Sly turns and start to leave, stops and thinks better of it. Turn back to the wizard and ask" Did you say that you can cook??? I'll help you put the deer on your cart and show you the way to the fort and the rest of the party." Sly is grinning form ear to ear and think to himself* I'll not let this cook get away.*
Sir Thomas Sunday June 18th, 2000 12:55:59 AM
Sir Thomas showers the darkness witht he light of his torch. He looks down the stairs and up the stairs before he makes a decision. He knows he wants to go up, but he doesn't want to get caught from behind by some lingering something or other. He doesn't hesitate long before heading up the stairs though as he wants to get to the top as soon as he possibly can. If Ilsidur calls and Thomas hears his call he will immediately turn back and retrace his steps to the front door. If this occurs, when he leaves the tower he will have his sword drawn, drop the torch, and call to Ilsidur "Where are you friend!?!" to try to pinpoint his location.
Alyndar Rainfelt Sunday June 18th, 2000 7:05:59 AM
says: Then lead on young friend, for I have new friends to meet and a feast to prepare. He mumbles to himself, and if sly overhears so much the better, lets see, buttered mushrooms, wild potatoes with gravy, onions, and for dessert - strawberries with sweet juice served over sugar cakes.
Sly Foxx and Luke Tuesday June 20th, 2000 9:41:59 PM
Sly helps the Elder Elf put the deer meat on the wagon, then pointing the way to the rest of the party. Sly will walk with the Elder Elf Raunfelt, on the way Sly will tell him about himself"Trace is a full Elf and I'm a half/elf, I lost my farther in an raid of gobblin and outlaws. My mother then taken us childern to the Montenverde range in the Krag Us Monde Mountains to raised us in the bosom of her natral tribe. The Wood Elves were very good to both my sister and I. One day while Us younger Elves went hunting for food, and came back to what was left of our village, every thing was gone nothing was left. So now My quest is to find my Mother and Sister. It is my first quest, I am but only 29 but I have my bow and my mother's magic. May I ask you Elder Rainfelt what bring you this way and did you say something like Sweet Cakes?"
Pip Goodfield Wednesday June 21st, 2000 8:28:59 AM
Pip edges back, along with Ilsidur. "No, I don't like the look of these either."
Lucky for you I'm a flexible DM Cameron Wednesday June 21st, 2000 8:34:59 AM
The Centaurs do advance, and they seem to be as menacing as sleepwalking centaurs can be. So Ilsidur does indeed call out, and many an otherwise mistaken post goes vindicated. Unnoticed, the night has slowly rolled away into a sort of pre-dawn haze, and dark clouds hang in the west. Ilsidur and Pip stand there, backing up, the somnolent centaurs walk forward, menacingly, Guardian and Thomas seem frozen, and the elven trio stand ready to load up Alyndar's munchwagon and hightail it to the fort.
Alyndar Rainfelt Wednesday June 21st, 2000 9:25:59 PM
Says: There isn't much to tell about myself, was born into a good family of average folks, I entered the elven school of arcane sciences when i was 60. When I was first enrolled, like all novices, I was put into the kitchen my first 3 years there. To learn discipline and such. Well, to make a long story short, I graduated and instead of leaving to pursue adventure and fame and wealth, i chose to stay and cook. Cooking is my, how would you say it, hobbie. I LOVE to cook, more than anything else i might say. I hope to one day be able to combine magic with food. It was just recently that the wanderlust bug bit me and so, here I am, looking for adventure, maybe a few extra coins to put in my pocket for retirement but more importantly, I am looking for a group of people to call friends AND to cook for. By the looks of you and your young friend, you NEED someone to cook for you. Alyndar stops the wagon, and goes to the back of it, pulls the canvas back, and reaches into a bag and pulls out a chunk of yellowish looking bread and offers it to Sly saying: Here, you asked of sugar cakes, maybe this will tide you over til supper. I made it just yesterday, has a bit of honey in it as well as sugar.
Alyndar Rainfelt Wednesday June 21st, 2000 9:31:59 PM
Upon hearing Ils's cry for help I bid Sly to go and help his friends and assure him that I will be close behind. I hurry the ox and cart along til we reach the outskirts of the fort, I tie the reins to a fallen post and then run into the fort and take up position where I feel I can do the most good. Once in position I ready my components needed to cast my spells accurately and speedily.
Sly Foxx and Luke Thursday June 22nd, 2000 3:39:59 AM
Hearing the cry of the party, Sly will take the sweet cake and relates to Alyndar,"Thank you Elder Rainfelt, We'll Meet you at the fort". With that said bothe Trace and Sly run to the for the fort. (ooc; It would be nice to have a map of what we see and where we are)
Trace and Radiant d20=14 d8+3=11 Thursday June 22nd, 2000 3:57:59 AM
Trace runs and confronts the centaurs with sword and shield ready. "Well I would hate to strike down at these guys but I dont know if they mean harm." Trace turns to the centaurs and bellows out a command. "Stop! You come any closer to me and my friends I will be forced to strike you down without mercy." (If the centaurs do not stop this is my reaction if they do stop ignore this second part.) Since the centaurs do not stop their advance Trace moves in to a fighting stance standing on the outside of the centaur on the right and with just as quick of a movement he brings his sword down with a thud as a little bit of blood is sprayed (hit ac1 and does 11 pts damage) Trace readies his shield ready to fend off an attack. Radiant move anxiously on a stone edge above waiting for it's master to give the command to attack but no sign is made.
Sir Thomas d20=8 d20=20 Thursday June 22nd, 2000 7:05:59 AM
Thomas exits the building into the open area of what used to be the fort's commons ground. He draws his sword and calls out, "Ilsidur!! Where are you friend?!?" Not knowing what is going on or where everyone is makes Thomas edgy. He quickly searches the area while waiting for Ilsidur's reply hoping to see something that would lead him to Ilsidur. (Perception check successful rolling 8 needing 14) As luck would have it Trace runs out of the woods and into the crumbling, rock strewn compound just as Thomas spots Ilsidur backpedaling from behind a wall. Thomas rushes toward him and being a larger, less agile fellow, is passed by Trace on his way. He drops his flaming torch to free up his hands for combat and takes a defensive stance in front of the advancing centaurs. "HALT where you are and we can discuss this without our weapons. What do you say?" (rolled a CHR check, but unfortunately failed rolling 20, but needing 18)
Pip Goodfield d20=11 d20=20 Thursday June 22nd, 2000 9:24:59 AM
Pip starts to run from the advancing centaurs, and, if Ilsidur doesn't come with, drags him along (made a str check at -4) and runs as fast as his short legs can carry him with the extra burden. He runs towards Trace and Thomas who he hears ahead of him in the pre-dawn light (failed perception check but Trace was making a lot of noise...).
The Wild Centaur Dance! (DM Cameron) Thursday June 22nd, 2000 9:41:59 AM
As Pip drags Ilsidur away, the centaurs back off, and seem to stand guard over the plant. Thomas and Trace stand there, Guardian, presumably, still works on setting up camp. Sly and Alyndar slowly come to the scene.
Alyndar Rainfelt Thursday June 22nd, 2000 9:46:59 PM
As Alyndar enters the scene he comes to a halt just inside, takes in what is going on with everyone, spies the Centaurs backing up in a non hostile manner, and, seeing a dwarf being man-handled by a halfling lets out a chuckle. He puts his spell component bag up, composes himself, and approaches the young group.
Sly Foxx and Luke Friday June 23rd, 2000 5:22:59 AM
Sly will follow the Elder Ayndar Rainfelt (seeing that he's noot too worried about the Centors). Sly will munch on the sweet cakes, while patting Luke (Luke is excited apon seeing the halfhorses.)
Alyndar Rainfelt Saturday June 24th, 2000 8:18:59 PM
Alyndar approaches Trace and his companion, stands with them watching the Centaurs backing up, then turns to the human, extends his hand, and says: Well met my new friend, your companions(motioning to Trace and Sly), I have already met. Giving a slight bow to an obvious person of nobility and says: I am Alyndar Rainfelt, my services, if you should need them are yours mi'lord.
Ilsidur d20=11 Saturday June 24th, 2000 11:43:59 PM
Ilsidur is shouting at the centaurs, "Hold it right there! Not one more ste... WHOA!" He suddenly feels something grab his collar and haul him backwards. As he struggles to keep his feet, he looks over his shoulder to see what has grabbed him. Seeing Pip with the grip on his collar, he yells, "Let go, Pip!" and pulls himself free (Made his strength check by +6). However, he does turn and follow Pip away from the centaurs. "Pip, what are you so afraid of?" When they reach about 50' away from the centaurs, Ilsidur stops to watch the centaurs return to guard the yellow-flowered plant. He then notices Trace and Sly approaching with a stranger leading an ox-cart. "Hello, who is this?"
Sir Thomas Sunday June 25th, 2000 6:08:59 AM
Thomas accepts the stranger's greeting with a bow of his own and the acceptance of his firm handshake. "I am Sir Thomas Hurley. I'm sorry, but I missed your name." After geting the reply to his question, "I'm pleased to meet you." He then turns to the centaurs and returns his sword to it's sheath. He bows low toward them. "I hope we did not offend you by jumping to any conclusions about your intents, but you caught us off-guard you see. I, as I was just explaining to Alyndar here, am Sir Thomas Hurley, messenger of Alemi's word, and protector of Domi's honor. We have only the most honorable of intentions I assure you." with that he shuts up and starts to concentrate on discovering their intentions if he can by peering into their eyes. (detect evil)
Trace and Radiant Sunday June 25th, 2000 8:38:59 AM
Trace continues to stand guard in front of the centaurs. "What were yall doing when they came out and where did they come from?" Trace waits for some suggestions on a course of action. "Mr. Rainfelt glad to have you with us kind sir, tell me what other talents you have besides cooking?"
Alyndar Rainfelt Sunday June 25th, 2000 9:38:59 PM
Alyndar nods to the halfling and dwarf and says: well met my new friends, I am Alyndar Rainfelt, learned cook at the Elven School of Arcane Sciences and a novice of the School of Wizardry. Cooking and Baking are my specialty tho. Might I suggest letting me take my cart and the fine venison your companions(motioning to Sly and Trace)brought down. Perhaps while I prepare dinner for tonight you will allow me to tell my story and then you can decide whether to allow me to travel with you all. Alyndar then heads to the cart, leading the ox to the made camp, tending to the ox and cart, then making preparations for dinner. As he walks to the camp, ox and cart in tow, he pulls a chunk of rabbit jerky out of his pouch and drops it on the ground for Sly's pooch.
Ilsidur Sunday June 25th, 2000 10:21:59 PM
Ilsidur responds to Alyndar, "Well met, sir elf. I am Ilsidur Wayfinder, explorer and intitiate of Marmathon Dur. So, you say you are a cook? That's great, I was getting sick of trail stew every night for supper." Seeing that the centaurs have returned to 'guard' over the flowers, Ilsidur says to Sir Thomas, "What did you find in that old tower? Anything that needs a closer look? I'm heading over to take a look. Who's coming with me?" On the way over to the tower, Ilsidur mumbles to himself, "Those must be some of the most valuable flowers, to be guarded like that. Just give me a good phospho-fungus any day. Oh well, elves and rangers like flowers, don't they? Maybe Trace and Sly can figure out what is going on with those centaurs. Now, I wonder what could be inside here..." Ilsidur steps into the tower to take a look around.
Pip Goodfield Monday June 26th, 2000 10:56:59 AM
In reply to Ilsidur's question, Pip mutters, "They just didn't act right." When the Elf starts to make introductions, Pip smiles, after a small shudder. "I'm Pip, I'm no initiate or novitiate or any other fancy thing like that, but I am decent in a fight or in stealth."
I'll never forget the eyes.... They were staring straight at me. (DM Cameron) Monday June 26th, 2000 11:11:59 AM
The Centaurs seem not even to notice Thomas staring at him, and doesn't detect a trace of evil. In fact, the centaurs don't even seem to be moving their eyes, or blinking.
Sly Foxx and Luke Monday June 26th, 2000 2:19:59 PM
Sly tell's Luke (dog) that it's all right to eat the jerky. Sly walks to Pip saying " you know your meals were very good, BUT taste this!" Sly brakes the sweet cake in two and give Pip a chunck of Sweet Cake for him to taste. Sly Looks arround and ask of the grop " Where is Gardian Solomar?"
Sir Thomas d20=3 Tuesday June 27th, 2000 3:07:59 AM
Thomas looks at the centaurs with a very critical eye actually scrunching his face up a little bit with the effort. (made successful perception check rolling 3 needing 14) "Hello good creatures of nature. How fare you this fine early morning?" IF the centaurs make no response to Thomas, not even a flinching of their eyes, he will clap his hands and speak more loudly. "I say to you, good morning. How fare you on this brisk dawn?" If still no response, Thomas addresses the group. "I'm sure none of you thought something strange would happen when we entered these ruins did you? Because I did and here it is at the least. If these centaurs are not figments of our imaginations . . . does everyone see the centaurs? Well, if they aren't figments, they don't have evil spirits. I wonder what they are doing here." Thomas sheaths his sword and walks a parameter around the centaurs to flank them. If they don't turn to compensate for the flanking manuever, he will walk up to them holding his shield up to deflect any surprise attack they have in store. He will tap one on the rear flank and back away slowly to keep tensions down. As he backs away he says, "Excuse me, but we would like to have a few words with you if you don't mind."
Alyndar Rainfelt Tuesday June 27th, 2000 10:44:59 PM
after getting to the camp, putting the ox up and positioning the cart I start to unload my cooking stuff. Seeing sir Thomas starting to move around where the centaurs are and watching the dwarf wander off too, Alyndar puts down his pots and pans, picks up his spell bag, and walks quickly back to the fort, anticipating a conflict from either the Centaurs or from whatever suprises the dwarf finds. As he walks hurridly to the fort he says aloud: (in elven)CRAP, won't these youngsters ever learn. ruin a perfectly timed dinner to go investigate charmed centaurs and an old fort. When I reach the fort i have everything ready to cast "color spray".
Sly Foxx and Luke Wednesday June 28th, 2000 6:38:59 AM
Sly walks to where Trace and Centors and asks "Bog Brother would like some sweet cakes?" Then turns and offers some sweet cakes to the Centors(no responds)"big Brother, I don't think these Centors are in their right minds, take a look!"
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