Teko Sunday September 24th, 2000 4:15:25 PM
Teko continues to assist Gareth as they walk. He pays close attention to the flames around them, just in case he needs to produce an illusionary version of it later.
Nonam Monday September 25th, 2000 9:50:20 AM
Nonam moves along making certain that everyone is making sufficient progress.
DM JK Monday September 25th, 2000 9:53:22 AM
The Red Tiger guiding the party signals for the group to stop. "The gates are just a little farther that direction." He points down the hallway. Then in an embarrassed sort of voice, he adds, "I need out of the fire circle to join my own group. It might be a good idea to get rid of it anyway because it will draw the attention of the drow at the gate. It might scare goblins, but it won't scare the guards."
Gareth (Poison Imm, %50 Invisible, %50 Silent) d20=4 Monday September 25th, 2000 10:28:42 AM
The warrior takes a deep breath, stands erect, and draws his sword (Con by 11). "Thanks guys, I'd better not let'em know I'm hurt. Let's do it.". He prepares for battle.
Onrad Monday September 25th, 2000 3:43:39 PM
Onrad turns to Gareth, "So did the salve help any?" Gives the remainer back to Nomam. He says, "I'm up front then until Gareth feels better." Release the globe of fire at your convenience Nonam. Onrad takes an extra heal potion. (roll for me JK. I'm at school and don't remember the amount.) After Nonam releases the globe, Onrad takes a look around and if there is no opposition, or sees the other groups walking that way, leads the group in that direction himself.
Teko Monday September 25th, 2000 9:12:47 PM
Teko takes his wand in hand and follows along, looking for trouble (but JUST looking).
Jus (AC:1, 7 Stoneskins, 75% Silent, 18/10 Strength, Shield cast at Apple Room) Monday September 25th, 2000 9:16:09 PM
While listening for Gareth's answer to Onrad's query about his health, Jus switches weapons once again, sheathing his swords and getting his bow ready.
Jus frowns when he thinks about Tericus' words, "Where's all the fun stuff that's supposed to happen when you're about to die?" Shrugging, Jus says, "I guess I'll have to corner Teko one of these days and get some details -- or maybe..." with a faroff look, "maybe if one of you stand close by me with a potion of complete healing the next time I'm critically hurt..." Smiling mischievously, these thoughts perk Jus up again.
Tericus(poision immunity) Monday September 25th, 2000 11:20:45 PM
"I didnt know there was anything fun about dying Jus." Tericus replies as he puts up his mace and pulls out his sling, loading it with a glowing rock
Gareth (Poison Imm, %50 Invisible, %50 Silent) Wednesday September 27th, 2000 2:37:13 PM
The warrior tries to determine if the salve - or the vitality potion before that had any effect. He takes a position behind Onrad since he seems ready to lead.
DM JK Monday October 9th, 2000 7:47:33 AM
Gareth feels better after the salve. A little stiff, but that's just from being tired and carrying all his gear around for so long. Nonam drops the fire wall, and the Red Tiger hurries off to find his companions. A quick peek around the corner reveals lots of drow guards fighting other drow with the occasional topsider thrown in here and there. For the most part though, this looks like an interhouse war.
Nonam Monday October 9th, 2000 7:52:13 AM
"They aren't looking for us right now, so let's sneak out of here and meet back up at the gates. Follow the fingerprints." That said Nonam's head and hands turn invisibile. His staff hovers there for a moment until the wizard uses its magic to hide in the shadows. Hidden from view Nonam rounds the corner. About thirty feet down the hall, a glowing fingerprint appears on the wall. After another thirty another print appears. Otherwise, the wizard is hidden from view.
Gareth (Poison Imm., Invisible, Silent) d20=13 Monday October 9th, 2000 10:39:00 AM
The warrior follows Nonam as he uses the last charge of his ring for the day to go invisible. He also engages his shield and becomes silent. As he moves forward his confidence is renewed as he realizes he is only suffering from fatigue (Con). He ignores it and is ready for anything.
Teko Monday October 9th, 2000 9:54:54 PM
Teko seems disappointed somehow that the wall of fire is gone, but, as he walks, he looks ever more closely for any signs of danger. He grips the wand in his hand very tightly. "This is amazing. I've been dead once, and sometimes I still catch myself in the old habit of being afraid to die." Immediately, he relaxes a bit and his old grin returns. Nevertheless, he concentrates intensely on the party's surroundings.
Onrad Monday October 9th, 2000 10:49:04 PM
Onrad claps Teko on the back and says, "Cheer up, my friend. It's only normal. With me it worked the other way. I was paranoid of dying for awhile. Now I'm sorta back to normal." Onrad also invokes his last invisibility through his armor. He follows about 6' behind the Nonamprints.
DM JK Tuesday October 10th, 2000 9:14:58 AM
Following the Nonam prints, the party manages to slink out through the gates (Tericus and Jus find that they are also compelled to follow).
Nonam Tuesday October 10th, 2000 9:16:04 AM
Nonam places a handprint on the ground and waits for the party to find him, "At which point he asks, "Where to now? How do we leave?"
Gareth (Poison Imm., Invisible) d20=4 Tuesday October 10th, 2000 10:36:09 AM
Along the way, seeing the commotion, the warrior decides to disengage his silence since there is no need for it. As they exit the house he sighs in great relief. "I say we go back the way we came. Down the same street back to that dump of a bar. We can then exit this place. I remember the way (Int). Nonam, why don't you continue to lead as you can provide a trail. If you need directions let me know. I'm not too afraid of being silent right now.".
Jus Tuesday October 10th, 2000 6:26:30 PM
After they pass the fights and are in more privacy, Jus talks quitely with Tericus, "I never said dying was fun -- it could be terribly painful. Being dead, though, is a incredible adventure. I've been blessed to be in the presence of two of our Elders as they departed; and I'll never forget the joy everyone felt when it happened. There are rumors of some elves' passage being politely forbidden, but even they talk of meeting ancestors and the excitement they felt in their moment's walk along the Path of Light."
Reflecting for a moment, Jus continues, "Surely you have similar views... I've heard humans bless one another and curse their enemies eternal lives in the same sentence. I've had a ship's priest -- human he was -- tell me of a great leviathan hunt a harpooner left for. You must know what I speak of, being a priest and all?"
Teko Tuesday October 10th, 2000 9:14:36 PM
Teko takes interest in the conversation between Jus and Tericus, listening with a mischevious smirk. But most of his attention is still upon their path.
Onrad d20=3 Tuesday October 10th, 2000 10:33:36 PM
Onrad says, "I remember the way as well, Gareth. Go Nonam. Quickly. Give us a print every 100 feet or so. Every 5 blocks we'll do a name call to be sure everyone is still with us. Tericus you there?"
DM JK Wednesday October 11th, 2000 7:28:14 AM
The explosive sounds of the battle at the gates make hearing each other speak a difficult task. Nevertheless, it is accomplished. Tericus fails to answer when called.
Nonam Wednesday October 11th, 2000 7:29:04 AM
"Shall we wait for Tericus or move on?"
Gareth (Invisible, 50% silent, Poison Imm.) Wednesday October 11th, 2000 2:34:12 PM
The warrior states flatly "We stay together. No exceptions. I don't suppose he's wearing that communication ring? The one you used before."
Tericus (by Jerry) Wednesday October 11th, 2000 7:24:12 PM
"I'm here. Sorry. Missed a hand print." [ooc: I think Sam is out of town. At least that's what his girlfriend said by IM the other night.]
Teko Wednesday October 11th, 2000 8:47:41 PM
"Excellent! We're all accounted for then?"
Jus Thursday October 12th, 2000 1:18:35 AM
Jus nods to Teko as he approaches, "You have any thoughts, Teko? Our friend Tericus must have been out of earshot -- or maybe he's just prayerfully considering my words." When everyone gets back together, Jus makes a point to find Nonam, "This is a great idea, Nonam; you go forward and we'll follow! Just make sure you don't claim you are leading us in earshot of Gareth."
Tericus(poisoin immunity) Thursday October 12th, 2000 3:52:11 AM
(sorry, i was out of town the last 3 days) "I think its better to save this conversation for later Jus. This isnt really the place for idol chitchat."
Nonam Thursday October 12th, 2000 9:54:07 AM
Once the group is assembled, Nonam leads the way back through town toward the "dump of a bar." He stops occassionally to make certain that everyone is together.
DM JK Thursday October 12th, 2000 9:57:52 AM
The group follows Nonam's prints, and everyone shortly arrives together outside the bar. Occassionaly it seemed as if certain drow noticed your passing, but everyone was busy going somewhere else, doing something else, or killing someone else. Obviously big things are happening tonight in Menzo, and you all have a good idea of just what those things are.
Gareth (Invisible, 50% silent, Poison Imm.) d20=11 Thursday October 12th, 2000 11:41:21 AM
The warrior moves through the city with the others and takes notice of those drow who seem to discover them. He makes sure they see that he notices them - and keeps a very menacing stance and demeanor as they move by just in case any of them get any ideas. When they arrive at the bar he says "Lets waste no time gentlemen. I'd be more than happy to leave without having to fight again. Who has the 'pass'?".
Teko Thursday October 12th, 2000 4:47:38 PM
Teko moves as inconspicuously as ever, staying to the shadows when possible.
Jus Thursday October 12th, 2000 8:54:47 PM
With a theatrical sigh, Jus says he'll stop talking about the everlife until they get somewhere more private. The quiet is too much for Jus, however, and he starts making quite comments on the drow they pass and wondering out loud if the Matron whom asked him to tea is still around.
Onrad Friday October 13th, 2000 1:19:08 AM
"Well, let's enter the World's Serpent Inn. Who has the coin?" Onrad looks around nervously.
Nonam Friday October 13th, 2000 9:15:32 AM
"I thought Gareth had it."
DM JK Friday October 13th, 2000 9:16:01 AM
The party tries to figure out who has the coin.
Tericus (poison immunity) Friday October 13th, 2000 6:10:17 PM
"I dont have the coin. I thought Onrad had it."
Jus Friday October 13th, 2000 9:02:57 PM
Jus laughs at everyone's confusion. When asked himself, he just shrugs and says, "I thought Nonam had it. Don't we have more than one? Oh yeah!" Jus drops his pack and starts rummaging through it, pulling out bits and pieces of stuff he's collected in his travels with the party. Triumphantly, Jus pulls out a coin and holds it up for everyone to see. He drops it into a vest pocket and quickly repacks his bag. "I think I have two more in there somewhere." Shrugging again, he pulls the coin out once again.
"Okay, children," Jus says with a smile, "be good and hold hands for the trip." When everyone gets together, Jus begins staring into, and through, the coin.
Teko Sunday October 15th, 2000 2:07:32 AM
Teko says, sounding as serious as he possibly can, "You're my hero, Jus." And he bursts out laughing, grasping the hands of those closest to him. Grinning, he is ready to go.
Onrad Sunday October 15th, 2000 7:31:08 PM
"Well, I'm glad we came through with our sanity intact...most of us. Let's go. I'm feeling claustrophobic down here." Onrad puts on a cloak to hide the blood of varions colors that is all over him and pulls it close tying its sash. He takes one look around, shudders once, and loops his arm in Jus'.
Nonam Monday October 16th, 2000 11:22:27 AM
Despite having an invisible head, Nonam makes his displeasure over the coin situation known by stamping his foot until it is found. When Jus pulls it out, he mutters, "Finally. Let's go."
DM JK Monday October 16th, 2000 11:24:23 AM
With the coin found, the party advances on what is without doubt the shabbiest bar in Menzo. Horrid music pours out of the door, and it's relatively full inside despite the fighting in the streets. Obviously the riff-raff of this bar care little about what the great houses do.
Gareth Monday October 16th, 2000 11:39:46 AM
The warrior grabs a hand, takes one last look around, and says, "Good riddance. I hope the others make it out OK." He then turns and faces the inn area, looking forward to one of those drinks...
Onrad d20=18 Monday October 16th, 2000 1:26:54 PM
"What an ignorant!.....Quickly let's get out of here. This is not the place. Jus, you forgot to look through the coin! I thought you knew that! Holy Lem! Give me those coins. You're fired!" Then with a grin born of long friendship, fatigue, and a little anxiousness, he drags Jus and the rest back outside. Then he holds out his hand for the coin. "You get so curious at times that you forget important things Jus." Onrad says, "Grab hold of me...try to see what I see." Onrad looks through the coin at the bar...trying to see the Inn that is not the inn. "If this doesn't work, then (oops failed voluntary intel check) I guess we get out the hard way."
Teko Monday October 16th, 2000 6:42:58 PM
"I've never been irretrievably lost before. This is fun!"
Jus Tuesday October 17th, 2000 1:44:29 AM
Jus looks at Onrad with a *very* puzzled look and takes the coin back. "Onrad, we had to come to the... ummm.. most appropriate place in town before we used the coin, that's why we walked to this tavern. But since you asked ssoooo nicely, you may use it this time." Jus politely -- with a flourish -- hands the coin back to Onrad.
Nonam Tuesday October 17th, 2000 8:20:40 AM
Nonam doesn't say anything else, but he looks really creepy standing there without a head.
DM JK Tuesday October 17th, 2000 8:24:43 AM
Jus and Onrad bicker over the coin for a bit but finally they open up the portal to the World Serpent Inn. The group steps through expecting perhaps cheers of rejoicing at their success, but only one person in the inn looks up as you arrive. You obviously aren't whoever he's waiting for, and he goes back to eating his... well whatever that is in front of him. It's yellow and blue. Other than that, it's hard to say. It certainly doesn't look edible, but then again they guy eating it has a fly's head. It doesn't take long to notice plenty of other strange looking "people" here in the World Serpent Inn.
Gareth Tuesday October 17th, 2000 12:06:19 PM
The warrior says to the others, "Unless you think we should continue immediately, I'd say we should at least have one drink to celebrate. We can make it quick..." If there are no objections, he looks around for Mitchifer - the Inn owner. When he sees him he says, "Greetings Mitchifer. Please give me whatever you're pouring. You've never disappointed me yet."
Teko Tuesday October 17th, 2000 6:39:39 PM
To the owner, Teko simply says, "I'd like a glass of cold milk."
Onrad Tuesday October 17th, 2000 9:14:39 PM
"I agree Gareth! Mitchifer, give me something totally undrow like...and sweet....and strong."
Jus (7 Stoneskins) Wednesday October 18th, 2000 5:53:25 AM
Trying to be nonchalant, Jus walks around the room, threading himself through the tables looking for the gorgeous lady they saw last time -- just curious, mind you. Jus pauses at one table, staring down at some especially peculiar looking... entities. "Hi," Jus says offering his hand in greeting.
Tericus Wednesday October 18th, 2000 8:51:20 AM
"A drink sounds nice. Something strong, though."
Nonam Wednesday October 18th, 2000 10:07:08 AM
Nonam drops the invsibility and his hand and hands come back into view, "I think wine would be nice. Red. Not too sweet either."
DM JK Wednesday October 18th, 2000 10:20:00 AM
Mitchefer sidles up to the group from behind the bar. Looking at Teko he asks, "What kind? Ant milk?" He nods to a four legged being nearby who is sipping a thick brown liquid. While he waits for the answer he starts to whip up the other drinks. He pulls a draft of some frothy green liquid and hands it to Gareth, "House special today." Then he pulls out two glasses and three bottles whose labels are unintelligble. He pours the first clear liquid in about halfway up. Then he fills up the next third with some brown syrupy liquid. Finally he adds a dash of something blue from the third bottle. Then he pushes the end result, a bubbling orange liquid toward Onrad and Tericus, "An Able Pelican. Drow can't drink it. Makes them sick. Probably the gespani." He waves around the brown bottle in order to illustrate what gespani is. Finally he pulls a long bottle of green glass from under the counter and pours Nonam a glass of wine, "Fangberry. I know how you humans like it."
Meanwhile, Jus is wandering about the room without seeing any sight of the ladies. He stops at a table filled with people having elephant heads and offers his greeting. The nearest creature responds by blowing out the following from its trunk, "Hieeei thweimp reeaeai Neioupth." The other elephant-heads laugh (at least that's what you assume that horrible trumpeting is) and look at Jus as if waiting for him to do something else.
Gareth Wednesday October 18th, 2000 12:27:38 PM
The warrior drinks the concoction at a relatively slow pace for one of his size and demeanor wanting to actually taste what it is Mitchifer just gave him. He enjoys the company of friends until they are ready to go.
Teko Wednesday October 18th, 2000 4:14:17 PM
"Such variety! I forget. I'll take half cow's milk and half goat's milk. Thanks!"
Onrad Wednesday October 18th, 2000 6:45:04 PM
"Mitchifer, sir, where is the usual crowd? I'd think that this place didn't have such down times. What's up?"
Tericus d20=19 Thursday October 19th, 2000 2:55:23 AM
As soon as his drink is poured, Tericus picks it up and takes a deep drink. The burning sensation of the alcohol is too much for him to handle, though, and he spits it right back up, spraying the bar. "Good god, man, are you trying to kill me!?!" he yells at the bartender.
Jus (7 Stoneskins) Thursday October 19th, 2000 6:26:26 AM
Jus slaps his knee, pitched over in fits of laughter with these elephant types. Pulling a nearby chair up to the table, Jus sits down shaking his head and chuckling, "I have absolutely no idea what you said, but it must have been great!"
Jus calls for another round of drinks for his new friends, and strikes up a conversation. He may not understand a thing they say, but it sure is neat to talk with them!
DM JK Thursday October 19th, 2000 8:32:54 AM
Mitchefer plops down a glass of milk before Teko, and then he calmly replaces Tericus's drink with some ale, "The monks of Karinthis brew this in New Elenna. Maybe you'll like it better." Mitchefer loads up a cart of drinks on the back of a thing that looks a little bit like a goat but isn't and sends it to the table of Jus and the Elephantheads.
The elephantheads look a little shocked that Jus decided to join them, but they're pleased that the elf ordered drinks. When the goat arrives they look to Jus to unload the cart. It looks like they're drinking fermented honey. Finally one of them pulls a little crystal out of its pocket and sets it on the table. He trumpets something out, and the crystal repeats it, "Where from?"
Mitchefer looks at Onrad questioningly. "What do you mean? There's people everywhere. You probably didn't notice because you came in on the ground floor. Everyone applauds a spectacular entrance from the rooms up above." As if to demonstrate, at that very instance a tall hairless dwarf dressed like it came from the desert leaps over the edge of the fourth floor balcony. He does a canonball and lands right in the middle of a table smashing it to bits. The crowd sits in stunned silence until the fellow stands up, dusts himself off, and bows. The crowd erupts in cheers and a couple of pretty elven girls wearing tight silver clothes call him over to their table. Mitchefer shakes his head, yells something into the back room, and a giant blob of clay walks out to clean up the mess. He turns back to Onrad again, "If you really want to turn the girls on you should visit the Paradissa on the 12th Elyssian. It opens up right at the top of the room. Everybody loves that entrance. Of course not too many people who go there ever want to leave."
Gareth Thursday October 19th, 2000 10:56:52 AM
The warrior smiles at the scene before him as he finishes up his drink. "Well Mitchifer, I think we were successful in our mission. Your wish of luck appears to have worked. I'll have another of these when you get a chance. They are quite good. I think I'll leave the cannonballs to the dwarf, although the sight of those two elven women could make a guy reconsider...".
Teko Thursday October 19th, 2000 6:45:18 PM
Teko enjoys his drink, but doesn't take too long at it - maybe five minutes. He sits back, enjoying the sights. He is ready to go.
Nonam Friday October 20th, 2000 7:11:10 AM
Nonam sips down his wine but like Teko is ready to go home. He looks over at Gareth, "Once we give this ring to the mayor or whoever wants to study it, let's go back home for a little while. Plateau City is okay, but I like the Big Float better. It seems like its been years since we were back there."
DM JK Friday October 20th, 2000 7:13:24 AM
Now that the drinks have been distributed, Mitchefer stands quietly before Gareth waiting for something. The elephantheads wait for their new elf friend to do something else that's funny.
Gareth Friday October 20th, 2000 11:08:14 AM
The warrior smiles at the thought of going home. "Nonam, I think that's a great idea. We have to show up from time to time to keep our reputation ,you know. Besides, I would love to trade stories with the Red Tigers - and the Lords of Diamonds if they have a mind to.". The thought of seeing Helo again makes him smile. To himself he muses.."Last time I saw her out of battle, I was an ugly unrefined troll. Now... now, well maybe...". He pays for everyone's drinks when he see's the barkeep - including that of the elephant looking guys - and makes sure to include a big tip. "Mitchifer, it's been good to see you. Somehow I think we'll be seeing each other again soon. May we have another pass to get back here when the time comes?". He waits for an answer but regardless of what it is, he bows and says "We thank you for your hospitality and look forward to our next meeting. Guys, you ready to go?".
Onrad Friday October 20th, 2000 12:35:25 PM
Onrad looks at Jus and a realization hits him. "Yaknow, guys, I think I've just figured something out. At some point in Jus' infancy a mage polymorphed him from being a halfling into being an elf. His temperment is totally halfling, not elf. Elves are many times, great boors and way too self-important." Onrad then turns to Mitchifer and says "Here ya go good man." He flips Mitchifer the coin. "We'll be going home to Plateau City of the Continent of Yrth in The Wold please. If you have more than one location in the city, put us near the High Lord Mayor's Castle please. And during the mid-morning if you can manage that. Thanks." Onrad finishes his drink, shakes his head to clear it of the sugar rush, and rises. "Ready gentlemen?"
Jus Friday October 20th, 2000 5:53:56 PM
Pleased to see the crystal will interpret his words, Jus launches into a long discourse on the ironic life growing up as an elf in a sea-port town. He begins to speed up his tale when he sees Gareth and Onrad pay for drinks, quickly going through the first fight his group had with a spider which killed a comrade, and skipping along to the meeting with Trantella.
Teko Friday October 20th, 2000 6:11:33 PM
Paying for his milk, Teko gets up and shoulders his pack.
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