A Final Gift (DM Jerry) Saturday September 16th, 2000 11:44:39 AM
Lady Ulgerand disappear into the forest for a time saying that she needs to find some herbs and components. She returns with those and also two donkeys. "This is Siggby and Mona. Two donkeys who's owners either lost them or died here in the forest. They have been wild for the last couple of years, but I think with some proper schooling could once again draw a cart pretty effectively. And Alyndar, here are some herbs and a book on herbology to further your studies. This crushed blue flower here if put in the drinking water of the beasts will calm them until you can get them re-trained. There's enough here for a week. I wish you well my friends." About this time, the Thrumwood Trees send a message. "We are sending a wizard from the council to guide you to the nearest entrance of the elven roads in case you choose to return to The Gateway Downs. Please respond if interested in this aid." If a response is sent, shortly a wood elf appears. "Greetings. I am Paleagle. I am your guide. This way please."
Sly Foxx and Luke Monday September 18th, 2000 10:30:25 AM
As Sly stands next to Sir Thomas (BUG eyed), opens his mouth to say,"I'ma I'ma I'ma,(drool)Err Err, OH! boy! I think I'm hungry, Does anybody have any cookies?" Turns to leave and wispers to Sir Thomas, "Go ahead and talk to her, and I'll go jump in the COLD stream."
Uteva Monday September 18th, 2000 11:55:54 AM
"It's nice to meet you properly, Sly. And thank you, but I'm ready to go." Teva bounces a little on her toes in emphasis.
She assists Alyndar in harnessing the mules while they await their guide, then rejoins Sly. Leaning in close, she mutters, "What's an elven road?"
Trace and Radiant (Elven Ranger/ Falconer) Monday September 18th, 2000 9:08:40 PM
Trace gathers his things and makes his way to the edge of the group to start leading them back the way they have come. Trace turns to the others ......."When yall are ready we will follow our new friends directions to hook city." Once everyone is ready Trace starts to lead them back the way they came.
Alyndar Tuesday September 19th, 2000 10:15:05 AM
ALyndar graciously accepts the gifts of the 2 animals and the herbs. Thank you mi'lady and does a quick bow. He does like she says and mixes the 2 animals some of the potion and then accepts the help in harnessing them to the cart. He ties the ox to the back. He then grabs the lead rope and stands ready to go.
Alyndar Tuesday September 19th, 2000 10:17:35 AM
forgot to say. during breaks and the rest periods after meals and for about 2 hours before bed, Aly will study the book given to him by the lady.
Sly Foxx and Luke Tuesday September 19th, 2000 10:48:56 AM
After washing his face in the cold stream, joins the others who are ready to leave. One last wave to the Lady and off they go. Noticing Utiva's little bounces on her little toes. Thinks to himself* OH! BOY! I'm ready to go back to the COLD stream again.* But instead turns to Uteva saying" March along side me and I'll tell you all about them."
Alyndar Tuesday September 19th, 2000 4:43:59 PM
As we start moving down the path following the guide I whistle for Sly's attention then motion for him to come over to me. Upon his arrival in low tones Aly says to him: Son, you need to learn a few things about women. Don't you think she knows that she is causing this feeling in you? And she obviously likes having that control over you otherwise she'd stop what she is doing and apologize. My advice to you is let her come to you instead of you groveling at her bidding. Women like to be persued as much as they to persue. If you give her the impression that you will do anything at all, for her, she might be the kind to take advantage of it and use you til she tires of you or something better (in her eyes) crosses her path. I have been down the road you are on MANY of times in my life so please, listen to this old man and heed my advice, go slow, don't rush in, and above all else, be careful. Emotions are easy to come by and hard to repair. Upon finishing his "talk" with Sly, Aly reaches into the cart and hands Sly a flaky pastry with raspberry filling and powdered sweet topping.
Ilsidur Tuesday September 19th, 2000 9:37:50 PM
Ilsidur pulls out his whetstone and sits down to sharpen his axe. "So, I guess we're off to Hook City. Well, that's fine. Something else to record in my journal." He thanks Lady Uglerand for the gifts, and wishes the giants and the centaurs well.
On The Elven Road Again (DM Jerry) Tuesday September 19th, 2000 10:21:43 PM
The party travels for several hours retracing their steps west toward the Eastern Wildiri and then pauses near a huge old steeloak tree. Paleagle says, "Take this Elven Road west until you arrive at the Ghost Tree. Climb down and travel exactly 42 steps north. There is an old Thrumstump there. Stand on the stump and say the word "Arise" in elven. Follow this road west over the mountains. It comes out south of the road you travelled before, but it is safer with more places to rest. I wish you speed."
Sly Foxx and Luke Wednesday September 20th, 2000 10:46:36 AM
Sly takes the flaky pastry(ofcourse) and wispers to Alyndar,*Thank-you,Dear Friend, I will take your advice to heart, if only to releave the feeling of akwardness and discomfort. Another thing if you have never walk the Elven Roads, you might want to listen to what I have to say to her.*
Sly Foxx And Luke Wednesday September 20th, 2000 11:07:34 AM
Sly walks ahead to Utina and breakes the Flakie Rasberry Pastry in half and offers her half of it. They eat all of it, and then Sly gives Luke a piece of jerky. Then Sly tell Utiva about the Elven Road, "It's a road over the trees and a magic road that only Elves can find. If you are going to travel The Road for the first time, now pay tension now, once we find the tree and you go up to the platform, you will see nothing. Just EMPTY SPACE!!! You have to step off the platform and when your feet are on the road, then you will be able to see the road. Do you under stand, you must have faith in Trace and Me." They walk with the Guide, until they reach the tree. Then they mill around Sir Thomas and Trace, "O K who goes first?"said Sly.
Uteva Wednesday September 20th, 2000 12:05:14 PM
The slim young woman grins her thanks for the pastry, and listens, wide-eyed to Sly's explanation.
Uteva smiles at the departing elf, and manages a polite, "Thank you, Paleagle," before her excitement gets the best of her. Once more bouncing on her toes, she nudges Lok's arm with her knee. "Are you ready for this?" Her eyes gleam as she follows the others onto the Elven Road. Absently, her voice barely audible, she sings a snatch of a tune.
. . . the road That calls me forward, draws me on Through lands undreamable Down paths unknowable Into the heart of beyond . . .
Alyndar Wednesday September 20th, 2000 12:24:32 PM
I listen to what Sly has to say but keep quiet. I too give thanks to Paleagle as he departs. I wait til everyone else has stood on the tree stump then I do it as well, then go and get the cart and bring them to the road. I lean against the cart, eating a sliced rabbit sandwich waitng for everyone to ready themselves to depart. I also have a platter full of these sandwiches on the backboard for those who are hungry.
The SteelOak Tree (Dm Jerry) Wednesday September 20th, 2000 6:20:37 PM
Alyndar finds that he didn't listen for there is no stump around (go back and read again please.) The rest of the party surrounds the Steeloak Tree and waits to climb. The party easily finds invisible spikes hammered into the trunk of the steel-hard tree. They lead up and through the branches above. It occurs to Alyndar that he's going have a time getting the cart up to the elven road.
Alyndar Wednesday September 20th, 2000 6:35:59 PM
AAAAAHH
Alyndar Wednesday September 20th, 2000 6:41:58 PM
Aly looks up the tree then back at the cart, then again at the tree and the cart then thinks to himself (yes or no jerry) If I was to cast tensers floating disc 3 times would it be enough to carry my cart and animals to the platform?
Lok Mufflefoot Wednesday September 20th, 2000 7:54:27 PM
Of the potions Lok becomes increasingly interested in getting his hands on the potion of invisibility. When they get to the tree however, Lok climbs down and up the tree a few times giggling the whole while. However seeing the problems Alyndar faces the small halfling comes up and looks on sympathetically. "Hmm maybe I couldcarry em" the halfling goes under the beasts bent over and attempts quite unsuccesfully to lift them. "Or we could or go that way" he points to the direction they came from.
Trace and Radiant (Elven Ranger / Falconeer d20=10 Wednesday September 20th, 2000 10:27:35 PM
Trace looks around the tree leading to the magic elven road and begins to construct a block and tackel that will lift the cart and muels to the road above. (he is unable to remember how to construct this equipment. failed prof.)
Sir Thomas Wednesday September 20th, 2000 10:36:55 PM
"Thank you Pleagle." THomas has been uncharacteristically quiet as they have traveled. He is consumed in his own thoughts. Now that the group has arrived at the tree, Thomas notices that they will have quite a time keeping the cart. "How attached are you to that cart Alyndar? If you are pretty attached I guess we could try to rig some kind of rope swing, pulley thing and help you get it up. I think I still have some rope in my pack. I don't know about all that though. There seems to be quite a bit of weight there." Thomas waits for Alyndar's decision while he digs in his pack looking for that rope he thinks he has. He also tries to size up the job that he hopes they don't have to perform.
Uteva Thursday September 21st, 2000 9:26:03 AM
Eager to see -- or rather, to not see -- the new wonder, Teva climbs up easily by way of the spikes. She waits impatiently at the top with the others, at first unaware of the problem.
When she clues in, though, she calls down, "Not to worry, Alyndar." Setting her pack firmly in the crook of a large branch, the peddler swarms easily back down. "How many times have you had a broken wheel changed? If one of you gentlemen will knock out the cott pins, we can take it up in pieces," she says, studying the sides of the cart. "If these are fitted to be lowered, we should be able to break it down even more."
Uteva scoops some of the more portable stuff out of the back and begins heading back up the Steeloak's trunk. She grins over her shoulder at the group gathered around the cart. "That may not work for the mules, though. Come on, guys; many hands make light work!"
Sly Foxx and Luke Thursday September 21st, 2000 11:49:03 AM
Sly has to show Utiva where the spikes are, (because it is made by Elves to lead other Elves to the Road.) and wispers to her"Don't step off the platform, untill we are all up there with you. This look like an all day job." Then turns to yhe rest of the party, with a sheepish grin says,"She has a good idea there. We better help or she'll shame us." Turns to Trace and winks saying"You had a good idea there, Big Brother, only she improved on it(nuging Trace in the ribs). You better start using your charms on this Lady! HEE HEE" To the rest of the party, Sly says,"I don't know about you guys, but come earth, wind or fire,I'm going to move that wagon up there for Alyndar the Wisard of Pots and Pans." Whith this said Sly puts down his backpack and weapons near the tree and roll up his sleves and gets to work.
Ilsidur Thursday September 21st, 2000 7:43:32 PM
Ilsidur pulls more rope out of his pack, and says, "We'll just have to muscle these beasts up to the top of the tree. But first, I figure that you'll have to blindfold them, Alyndar. It will be hard enough on them getting them up the tree, let alone getting them to step off into 'thin air'." He slings the rope over his shoulder and heads up the tree to help out his partners, thinking, "I've never climbed so many trees in my life. I can't wait to get out of the forest and back to the mountains that I know so well."
Putting the Cart before the..... (DM Jerry) Thursday September 21st, 2000 10:08:29 PM
Uteva finds several nets and a block and tackle up in the tree. On the block and tackle is some ancient elven runes and writing. (Perception check at -2 to read if you have a related proficiency.)
Trace and Radiant (Elven Ranger/ Falconer) Thursday September 21st, 2000 10:34:21 PM
Trace sets down his equipment and begins to help break down the cart to move up the tree. While working Trace kiddingly puts Sly in a head lock for the "Ribbing" earlier. "I know this dosent seem practial but I would like to hang on to the cart and muels as long as possible. I guess you can call me a pack rat sort of speak. Never ever discard anything." Trace goes back to work.
Alyndar Friday September 22nd, 2000 2:34:26 AM
(/ooc is this ignore Aly/Tim week? I asked a question about using 3 tensers floating disc's and i have yet to recieve an answer)( I will wait for an answer to my querry before i make another post regarding this topic)
Uteva d100=15 Friday September 22nd, 2000 10:53:49 AM
"This is certainly a well-supplied tree," Teva says cheerily to Ilsidur, while examining the block and tackle. She finds that the runes mean little to her. (Failed Read Lang. at 15%-10%) She makes sure that the rope ends of the nets are secure, calls, "Nets coming down!" and drops the nets through the branches. "And we could use someone educated in elvish to take a look at this!"
"Ilsidur, I'll stay up to help unload. How are you with ropes and pulleys?"
Sly Foxx and Luke d20+2=12 Friday September 22nd, 2000 11:46:07 AM
(OOC:Sly knows both Elven and Ancient History, made my roll with 5 to spare) Sly take the ribbing and asks Trace"Your hungry too? HUH?". When he hears Ulanda for a translation. Ask of Alyndar,"Look like our little Lady has found something, I better go up and see what it is. Do you want me to bring up there right now? and do you want me to start a fire for you?" Sly will take anything that Alyndar gives him to bring up. Sly tell Luke to stay and watch, then goes up the tree. Stand in frount of Ulanda and ask,"OK! Why do you want an Elf?.
Ilsidur Friday September 22nd, 2000 8:10:29 PM
Ilsidur replies to Uteva, "I have done a fair amount of mountaineering in my youth, so I know my way around ropework. I figure we have enough strong rope to lift the cart and mules, but the tricky part will get them all together at the top on a road that we can't see yet. I'm hoping it's wide enough to support the cart." He pulls off his armour and stashes it in the fork of the tree, to get ready to pull. "I can't read elvish, so I'm afraid I can't help with the pulley. Even if we can't figure out what it says, I suggest we try it with lifting the cart. I would hate to have it fail while lifting one of the mules."
Sir Thomas Friday September 22nd, 2000 10:19:23 PM
Sir Thomas bends his back to the task at hand. He listens to the others joking and being very light of heart and enjoys the mood it sets. He laughs with the rest, but takes little part in it. He helps where help is needed, but not knowing anything except common he is little help at reading ancient elven. "I hope lifting this stuff up goes smoothly." is Thomas' only comment.
OOC Actions (DM Jerry) Sunday September 24th, 2000 8:30:09 PM
[Dear Mr Wybiral [stop] You propose an interesting idea [stop] However, since you did not actually perform the action I did not respond [stop] I respond to in character actions [stop] If you truly want to find out if it would work, I suggest you try it [stop] I will not divulge a result or even the chances of a result, before the action is attempted [stop] I'll remove this post in a few days along with Mr Wybiral's ooc post [stop] Please try to keep ooc comments to email instead of the board [stop] [grinning knowing how mad Tim probably is about now.] [stopping]
The Magical Pulley (DM Jerry) Sunday September 24th, 2000 8:34:26 PM
Sly realizes that the pulley is magical and can handle any load with a single person pulling a single rope. It even magically stretches a rope so that it can traverse the distance down to the ground. The net is also magicked with the same type runes lightening the load and protecting the net against breaking, as well as wear and tear. Soon the cart is up on the platform.
The Platform (DM Jerry) Sunday September 24th, 2000 8:40:29 PM
The platform is about 20' by 20' Several folded tents are in the opposite corner from the block and tackle. There seems to be three breaks in the railing that encircles the platform. There is one on the north, east, and west. Each has a short board sticking out from the platform similar to a board used for making mariner prisoners walk the plank. The time is early afternoon. The wind up on the platform is crisp and increasing in speed. The first cold front of Fall is in the air.
Sly Foxx and Luke Monday September 25th, 2000 11:09:06 AM
Sly Reads the runes out loud so that every body on the platform can hear it, then saying,"BOY! This is going to be a big help getting the cart and the animals up here. Then turns to Utiva and ask her to throw down the net and the rope to the pully. Then ask of her to use a guide line to pull the net onto the platform. Then Goes down the tree to help Alyndar and the others pack and put in to those Elven Nets. After every thing is up on the platform and every body is up the tree, Sly turns to the party ans ask, "When DO we Eat???>"
Uteva Monday September 25th, 2000 12:08:27 PM
While the group gathers on the platform to eat and reassemble things, Uteva asks, "So, what now? Do we have time to complete this passage this afternoon? Can we camp on these roads at night?" She stands with one hip leaning against a break in the invisible railing and stares off into the forest, munching on her lunch. "Is each of these a different road?"
Lok Mufflefoot Monday September 25th, 2000 3:29:53 PM
The halfling seems to be relieved that the problem of the cart seems to have worked out just fine. Having taken little part in the actual mechanics of it, he pipes up "Lets stay near the road. Maybe somebody neat will come wandering along to talk to tonight."
Ilsidur Monday September 25th, 2000 8:45:02 PM
"Well, that was a lot easier than I expected. Those elves think of just about everything!" He moves over to take some of the lunch (making sure he gets a piece before Sly gets there), and takes a piece over to Sly. "So Sly, do you think those tents are for us to take, or do they stay on the platform? Frankly, I'd like to get going. The sooner we get off this road and back onto solid ground, the happier I'll be. Maybe you guys like walking on air, but give me good old earth any day!"
Sir Thomas Monday September 25th, 2000 10:59:52 PM
"I agree whole-heartedly with Ilsidur. If we can make it to a good place to camp tonight, I'd rather get going in that direction. I don't like this cold breeze. Brrrrrr! Sly, you are the most knowledgeable about these roads. What do you think we should do? We are under your guidance on this point." Thomas hopes to get the youngster to take a stand of his own to lead the group in the best direction: camp or travel. He doesn't like the fall breeze that's running over the platform because he is a summer personality and likes the heat even though it makes his life difficult in his armor sometimes.
Trace and Radiant (Elven Ranger/ Falconeer) Tuesday September 26th, 2000 12:48:13 AM
Trace stands behind Sly trying to give a hint of the direction to go. Whispering:::"Sly just rember the path we took on the ground to get here." To give a hint Trace makes the sign of North and West to hlep Sly minimize his choices. We can sleep on the roads at night. Rember that after our next stop the time goes by quickly so we will be tired and hungry at the next stop. As far as camping we are much safer to camp on the road than down on the ground since only elves know how to enter the magic road. Trace stands with the others waiting for Sly to step up to the challang of leading the group for a while. "Hey little brother...just in case tie this rope around you incase all of these roads aren't meant to be traveled." Trace wraps the other end of the rope around himself and hands the end to Illusdur the middle to help brace if Sly starts to fall. Trace starts to giggle when Sly starts to make a move. A thought comes to mind. "he he he.....hey Sly, my uncle allways said, look before you leap cause that first step could be a big one."
Night is falling (DM Ceil) Tuesday September 26th, 2000 1:13:49 AM
it is twilight and the sun set is a beautiful pink, with a touch of purple. A few stars are starting to come out. With a cup of nice hot Klaa in hand and waiting for the meal to be done. You take a well deserved rest. For now!
Sly Foxx and Luke Tuesday September 26th, 2000 1:50:21 AM
Sly and Luke stay close to Alyndar's side in case something falls out of the pots and pans. So he takes another cup of klaa and answers Ilsidur's question first,"Yes the tents are for us to use and if you don't have any blankets of your own there should be some under every tents." Turns to Uteva saying,"WE should all sleep here tonight. If you never traveled these Elven Roads before, I'd rather have you traveled them in the light of day. So let's sit by the fire and watch the sunset." Then going to Sir Thomas,"Here,my friend, I'll help you pitch your tent and wrap you in a nice elven blanket."then wispers in his ear,*You saved my hide too many times to let you catch a cold now. We have plenty of time to march.* Sly turns to Trace," I'd rather take to the Road in daylight, Big Brother, too many people in the party have never traveled the roads before. You and I should be on guard to night."Sly smiles at Trace's comments,but keeps an eye on the pots and pans.
Alyndar Rainfelt Tuesday September 26th, 2000 7:18:12 PM
Having gotten the cart and animals up to the road he breathes a great sigh of relief. He thanks everyone for their help. As the sun starts to set Aly is busily preparing dinner. With the feel of fall fast approaching he decides that for dinner tonight it will consist of rabbit stew with wild carrots and potatoes in a thick gravy served with hot buttered rolls and for dessert. A simple Hot Chocolate with whipped milk and a scraping of cinnamon. After dinner he sets about cleaning up then straightens his cart somewhat, making a mental note on how much provisions are left and what he needs to replace in the next town, then sits down to a warm brandy and his herbology book.
Lok Mufflefoot Tuesday September 26th, 2000 9:03:55 PM
Sitting around the campfire with the others the halfling seems to calm some with the night. Being comfortable to simply sit and watch the others the halfling seems to look inwardly some. Watching the sunset he remarks to Sir Thomas "You know, i don't think i've ever travelled this way. Why are they so worried about keeping together on this road?"
Sir Thomas Tuesday September 26th, 2000 10:51:23 PM
Sir Thomas accepts Sly's decision and his company. "thank you friend, I would be honored to set up a tent with you and accept your company and your blanket." Thomas smiles thinkning the comment about accepting Sly's blanket kind of funny. He sets about putting together the tent and as he does so replys to Lok. "Well Lok, I have only slightly more experience with these roads than you, but from what I know, they make traveling long distances very very fast, and make your body very very tired in return. We will travel a great distance in a few hours tommorrow, so be sure to get your rest tonight. Sly or Trace would be the ones to ask that question." Thomas finishes with the tent and goes to pray. When he returns he offers what little help he can to Alyndar. "Would you care to have an extra hand in making dinner?" If so he helps, and if not he goes to sit by the fire to share the company of the others. "I will take whatever watch everyone else doesn't want. It makes no difference to me. Whoever does the dividing, just let me know."
Trace and Radiant (Elven Ranger/Falconeer) Tuesday September 26th, 2000 11:55:08 PM
Trace sits down and eats this wonderfull meal. "My oh my I am truly spoiled by all these great meals. I have been adventuring for quite some time now and never such meals on the road." Trace finishes his meal then takes time for prayer to Mittrii. After that he sets up his tent and calls for Radiant to come down to feed and bond. Trace then moves to a near by tree to take his post for the night watch.
Still Night, Beautiful Moon - (DM Ceil) Wednesday September 27th, 2000 12:28:18 AM
The night is quiet, just the owls and other nightly noises
Sly Foxx and Luke Wednesday September 27th, 2000 2:39:24 AM
Sly after feeding Luke, checks to see if every body is alright, goes to Trace and tell him, " Good meal, He's (Alyndar) the best. Do you remember when I made the party my first trail meal for our party? I though all of you were going to be sick... Funny you never ask me to cook again??? Trace remember your first trip on the road? Well thats how they will feel, when they get on the road. Now who goes first me or you? Big Brother.
Uteva Wednesday September 27th, 2000 10:00:59 AM
Teva helps to clean up after supper, humming quietly to herself. She pauses occasionally and, with a mischievous grin, sprinkles Sly and Lok with dishwater.
Afterward, she approaches Trace and Sly. "If these roads are known only to the elves, are we safe enough with just one standing watch at a time? If so, we could each take a short watch, and be very well rested for the morrow's tiring journey. Wake me for my turn." With that, she bundles herself up for sleep, leaving only the top of her head with its bright yellow band visible in the gloom.
Lok Mufflefoot Wednesday September 27th, 2000 12:49:57 PM
Waking up, the halfling grins at Sly's comments. "He's gonna make me a round little halfling" he says to Sly. At Uteva's play Lok giggles and is somehow roped into helping her with the dishes by splashing water back at her. Baffled by this turn of events the halfling washes them in an awkward fashion, as though unused to doing so. Overhearing Uteva as he wipes his hands off the halfling comes to join them and murmurs "This road is also known to halflings, humans, and dwarfs now at least."
Alyndar Rainfelt Wednesday September 27th, 2000 1:43:45 PM
He smiles and nods to those who make comments about his meal, and accepts the help in the clean up, again, smiling when the watersplashing starts. When Sir Thomas comes to help Alyndar gives his thanks, and seeing how tired he looks says: go and sit yourself by the fire and rest, we have a long journey ahead and by what these people say, we will need all the rest we can get. He then turns to see the 2 helpers playing and sends them on their way saying he will finish up. Again, i reiterate, he then sits down to a cup of chocolate with whipped milk and reads his herbology book for an hour, studies his spellbook for a few hours, then turns in for the night. OH, almost forgot, Aly also brushes, blankets and feeds the animals before going to sleep
Sir Thomas Wednesday September 27th, 2000 8:48:20 PM
Thomas takes leave early in the night. He turns in early and gets up for his watch and then wakes the next person. He rises with the sun feeling well rested. "Good morning all." He joyously states, "it looks like a good day to travel." He packs his things and helps with whatever other preparations nee to be made. (Like putting the cart back together?) He then follows whoever will be their guide on the road.
Trace and Radiant (Elven Ranger/ Falconeer) Wednesday September 27th, 2000 9:27:48 PM
Trace nods to Sly's comments.. "Oh yes, you didnt think that it was a coincendence that we didnt ask you to cook again did you. About the leading you might as well lead and I will be right behind you to stomp on anything that gets in our way. We'll talk more about it in the morning." Trace sleeps through the night without dream and arises the next morning refreshed. "Sir Thomas before we get on our way did you have a chance to work out a battle plan incase we encounter anything? I ask now since we had that other incedent on the Elven road on our way here. I dont guess anyone here can bless weapons?" While talking Trace helps reassemble the wagon and load the equipment.
Alyndar Wednesday September 27th, 2000 10:33:02 PM
Everyone awakes to a light breakfast of sausage patties and fresh rolls and hot tea. When Sir Thomas goes to start putting the cart together he sees it already done and everything packed and the mules and ox harnessed ready to go. After everyone eats Aly cleans up, bidding everyone off to prepare to go, then climbs aboard his cart and waits for the signal to go.
The Big Leap! - (DM Ceil) Thursday September 28th, 2000 1:18:52 AM
Every body has a very good night rest, and awaken to a beautiful day. Alynday as always makes a big breakfast. every body packs and are ready for the big jump....
Sly Foxx and Luke - Ceil- Thursday September 28th, 2000 2:07:46 AM
Sly wakes to the beautiful sound of breakfast being prepared. Sly replenish the wood pile for the next people. Stows the tents away(again for the next travelor) Then sits with the others to eat and have small talk. Sly tell the none elves, that NO, not as far as he knows about these RODES, except the Elves in the Southern Continent. When breakfast was over and every body is ready to go. Sly takes the Bards hand and ties a rope around her waist. Them walk to the northern space, turn to the rest of the party Saying" Now all you have to do is walk off the platform. You woun't see us, but we'll be there waiting for you." Turns one last time, saying to Trace," Big Brother, Their in your hands." then walks off the platform and disappering in thin air, pulling on the rope and taking Uteva with him.
Alyndar Thursday September 28th, 2000 8:43:21 AM
Aly waits til everyone else has done their leap of faith then he urges his team on, without even a second thought as to whether or not the cart will crash to the ground, because he knows it wont.
Uteva, All Tied Up Thursday September 28th, 2000 11:10:11 AM
Teva waits patiently while the young elf ropes her waist, but frowns when he stops with her. However, she forgets her initial objection as Sly disappears off the platform, and allows herself to be tugged over the edge. Her amazement at walking on air keeps her quiet for all of three steps.
"Sly Fox," she begins, her voice an octave lower than usual, and without inflection, "would you care to explain why you have leashed me like a dog, and left the others -- including the dog -- free? I suggest you choose your words carefully."
Lok Mufflefoot Thursday September 28th, 2000 11:22:40 AM
Waking up from the long lazy nights sleep Lok appears to be well rested and his rather hyper self once more. As the others prepare in the morning he urges them on and up. After the breakfast he pats his belly happily, and then stands and once again urges them on. Looking at the first of them to go down he takes a rambling running gait before leaping and flailing his arms and legs wildly. As he dissapears down below a "Yahoooooooooooo" seeps from up in a halfling voice.
Sir Thomas Thursday September 28th, 2000 11:41:42 PM
Sir Thomas frowns at Trace's inquiry. "I know I need to get something conclusive, but as of yet I don't have anything solid for the battle plan. I will have something by mid-day." Thomas steps off of the platform after the first few go. He is already turning some fighting scenarios over in his head. He turns back on a second thought as he steps into thin air, "Thank you for the reminder Trace."
Head Count - (Dm Ceil) Friday September 29th, 2000 1:10:39 AM
Sly leaped first, as he disapears over the edge trailed by the rope. As the rope disapears, Uteva is pulled into the void of space (with a supprise look on her face). Followed by the dog called Luke. Alyndar being a gray Elf understands these Roads, at his urging the oxen, mules and cart enters the void. Then Lok takes a Giant Leap and fades into the mist with only a short Yahoo---. Sir Thomas starts to step off the platform, stops and waves to Trace and Quint the only Two left.
Ilsidur Friday September 29th, 2000 6:03:55 PM
Ilsidur is last to get up, which is odd for him. He quickly packs up his blanket and folds up his tent. Quickly saying his prayers to Marmathon Dur, he gets dressed and eats the cold breakfast that was left for him. "Next time," he says, "don't let me sleep so late." He moves over to take his turn at the back of the party heading out on the elven road.
Trace and Radiant (Elven Ranger/Falconeer) Saturday September 30th, 2000 1:50:55 AM
Trace takes one last look around to make sure nothing is left and no one is following then moves to the paltform starting to giggle a bit seeing how his new friends all had the exact same questions about this road as he and the rest did at the fist trip here. As Trace walks he begins to pick a scab that Radiant left a while back while takeing off. Then softly scratches his backside where it still tingles from it being asleep because of the wooden platform he slept on. He is able to hide his other routines that is occasionaly performed while in absent thought.
Alyndar Saturday September 30th, 2000 3:25:55 PM
/ooc Ils, when aly says he waits for everyone to eat breakfast before cleaning up , he means everyone.
The view - (Dm - Ceil -) Saturday September 30th, 2000 9:38:23 PM
When the party enters and is on the Elven Road. They look around and take in the beauty of the scene, from where they stand. The sun just rising, the clouds with a touch of pink and are lined with a silver lining. The top of the trees where the leaves are almost transparent, and you can almost see a pair of parents birds feeding their chicks in their nest. If you look closely to the north, you can see the tops of the mountains with their snow caps, and off in the distance a pair of Pegasus flying to those Mountains.
Sly Foxx and Luke - Ceil - Saturday September 30th, 2000 9:50:24 PM
After setting his feet on the road, he is always surprise at the beauty of Elven Road and the scenery. Turns to Uteva and asks, "Since this is your first trip on the Road and you're not used to it. Do you want me keep the rope around your tiny waist? and By the way Luke is behind you." Smiles at her then adds, "We better move a little the cart will be along any time now."
Sir Thomas Sunday October 1st, 2000 6:28:47 PM
Sir Thomas' jaw drops in awe at the sight of the pair of pegasus flying in the distance. He points to be sure that all notice the sight. "That's a once in a lifetime thing people. Take notice. How beautiful they are." he stops walking to gawk and then begins walking again and a little faster until he makes up the lost ground. When he catches up, "Trace, I think I have a preliminary plan. I think it would be best if Sly leads since he knows the most about the roads and where we are gonig. I think you should travel near the cart with Uteva to protect them in their spell casting and the rest of us with your bow and deadly aim. I think that Ilsidur and I should be near the front of the group since our skills can be best used hand to hand. As far as Lok, I don't know what to do with him. I think he should feel free to help out whereever he feels he can help the most. I have a feeling he would rather make a difference from an unseen location. What do you think? Anyone else have any objection or a suggestion? Like I said that's just a suggestion of mine. Speak up now or forever hold your peace." Thomas gives everyone a chance to speak up hoping that if his strategy has holes then someone will help him to realize them. As Thomas walks he can't help but feel a longing for the next town. He wants to get to a sanctuary of Alemi and/or Domi or both to get rid of some tributes and pick up another holy symbol. He thinks to his lords, ~I don't feel right without your aegis of protection. It gives your presence substance in my eyes, even though you will always have substance in my heart whether I have it or not.~ After some reflection on what has been gonig on, Thomas turns to Sly. "SLy, I am rather unclear. Ever since the night of the pact I have been deep in reflective thought. I have not comprehended where we are going or why. So what I'm really asking is, where are you taking us? I won't have any objections I'm sure, but I just want to be clued in. Thanks friend." Thomas adjusts his pack as it began to rest awkwardly from his faster pace earlier. He slowly moves forward in the group and closer to Sly as he speaks to the young elf. He is trying to take the position that appointed himself in his battle strategy.
Uteva, All Tied Up Monday October 2nd, 2000 10:48:59 AM
Teva studies Sly's innocent smile with amber eyes for a moment before sighing and shaking her head. She follows him through the sky, picking at the knot at her waist as she walks. "Your concern is very sweet," she tells him, "but I'm an experienced traveller, not a hysterical girl. Treat me as you would any other trail companion." She hands him the neatly coiled rope with a smile and drops back to walk near the cart. She sings a light shepherd's tune about clear skies and open hills as they move along.
Lok Mufflefoot d100=36 Monday October 2nd, 2000 7:41:29 PM
At Sir Thomas's words, Lok looks at the pegasus in utter disbelief. "Wow" he murmurs. Looking about him at Sir Thomas's words Lok nods in assent "I'll stay near the fringes of the road in the middle of our group. Should there be trouble I like to be able to make surprise whatever trouble may come." Suddenly the halfling seems all too aware that his serious demeanor is quite the opposite of that which his companions are used to. In explanation to Sir Thomas, and the rest he explains "More serious buisness on strange roads and such." With that he wiggles his ears and skips to stay on the fringe of the road in what cover there may be as he silently(rolled succesful move silently roll) follows the group.
Ilsidur Monday October 2nd, 2000 9:04:47 PM
Ilsidur nods at Sir Thomas' suggestion. He unlimbers his crossbow and slings his battleaxe. When he sees the pegasi, he thinks, "Winged horses, huh? Wait until they see an umber hulk or a xorn pop up out of the ground at their feet. Not likely though, on this crazy road." He moves up beside the young knight, and looks around. "Well, let's get this show on the road. Where to first, Sly?"
Trace and Radiant (Elven Ranger/Falconeer) Monday October 2nd, 2000 10:38:08 PM
Trace nods at the battle plan.... "Your plan is well thought out and takes in account not just the strenghts of our group but the safety as well. Your schooling in the art of war shows." Trace drops back to the wagon to take his place. He climbs up and sits behind Alyndar on top of the equipment for a kind of birds eye view of the group and surrounding area. He seaths his sword and readies his bow along with two arrows. Trace finds himself glanceing more than once over to Uteva while keeping watch. Leaning over to Alyndar.... "You wouldnt happen to have any amber w....I mean emerald wine stored away would you. That would be nice to have a dinner tonight."
The Long Walk - (Dm Ceil) Tuesday October 3rd, 2000 9:17:51 AM
After everybody was finaly all together. Now they followed the road from sun rise to sun set. The road showed beautiful and rare scene. The road twisted and looped onto it's self, the party though at one time that they would fall off the trail, but NO they never fell. They walk all day and when they were tired and hungry. It was almost sundown when the road came to an end. In frount of a great big Silver Ash Tree, with a platform. On the side of the tree there was a big tunnel where they all could exit with the oxens and wagon in tack.
Sly Foxx and Luke - Ceil Tuesday October 3rd, 2000 9:38:02 AM
Sly smiles at Uteva, bows and take the coiled rope from her saying," As you wish, My Lady!" Then turns to the rest of the party,winks at Alyndar(as if to say did I do well?). Then Sly and Luke walked all day and when it was almost sundown. Sly said to the others,"The path ends here. We will rest under this tree for the night. All we have to do is walk through this tunnel like hole, and we will be on the ground." Turns and calls Luke, then walks into the tree.
Alyndar Rainfelt Tuesday October 3rd, 2000 6:07:32 PM
Aly watches the scenery with an smile on his face. He keeps to himself his feelings during the day and concentrates on the happenigs on hand: Aly is decideing what tonights supper will be. Upon reaching the platform, Aly gets down from the cart and stretches. He then proceeds to undo the ox and mules, ties them up, feeds, and waters them and then sets them up for the night, he then start preparing dinner for his family. Aly begins with cooking an apple pie, while it cools to the side he starts the main dinner. Aly says: this pie is for AFTER dinner, if I catch ANYONE sneaking a piece before dinner is over you will wash the dishes for a month, by yourself. Aly then starts cooking Venison Kbobs with onions and tomatoes, wild beets wrapped with strips of bacon, and corn on the cob. AND of course, fresh baked rolls with honey butter. During the corse of preparing dinner, Aly says: we better get to a town soon, or we will be eating dirt, my supplies are starting to get low.
Trace and Radiant Wednesday October 4th, 2000 12:48:21 AM
Trace starts to get ready for the night and continues his normal routine before dinner and bedtime. Trace feeds and plays with Radiant petting the beautyfull feathers then prays to Mittiri for protection and guideance and gives thanks for his wonderfull surroundings and friends. Trace then eats his dinner with conversation. "Well I would like to know if anyone has any suggestions on how to confront our adversary? We will most likely be outnumbered and out experienced. They aparntly fight everywhere they travel. Maybe we look to hire a few henchmen to help or to find volenteers that have the same plight with us. Don't get me wrong, I think we can win but at what cost? Not just my own life but all of you. I am not ready to part company with this wold or from your companionship just yet. That is why I think we recon our goal and devlope a sure plan of action that limits possible disasters. I would prefer to overwhelm them with numbers or suprise that way maybe we could get some of them running and have fewer to fight. What do the rest of you have to say?"
Uteva Wednesday October 4th, 2000 9:28:29 AM
The young woman wolfs down the first portion of her supper, but slows when Trace asks his question. "You're right, Trace, they are strong fighters." She nods thoughtfully, fiddling with her kebab skewer. "Their attack on the caravan was more a slaughter. Let us find out as much as we can about them first. Then we'll both have an idea of how much help we'll need, and be more likely to get that help. Folk are usually more willing to trust those who appear knowledgeable and confident."
Teva grins at her companions. "Especially if we can show the merchants and local town authorities that these hobgoblin raids have been disrupting trade. I think Hook City may be the place to start. There should be many people there who have heard something about our prey."
She quiets down and listens to the remainder of the discussion, then helps clean up, yawning all the while. "I'd like to take last or next-to-last watch tonight, gentlemen, if that's all right. Somebody wake me." Uteva curls up into her blankets and drops quickly to sleep.
Waiting outside the tree?(Dm Ceil) Wednesday October 4th, 2000 9:39:55 AM
After coming out off the road and onto the platform, then out of the tunnel like EXIT. Sly was back to the real Wold. Sly walked the where the stump was. Just before that that trunk of that silver trunk. A very nice camp site, Sly started a camp fire and waited for the rest of the party to come out of the Elven Road and camp for the night. Sly was all alone and hungry and cold.
Lok Mufflefoot Wednesday October 4th, 2000 9:00:30 PM
Coming from the side of the road, Lok looks wary of the possible new surroundings. To Uteva he says "I'll take the first shift and will wake you." Going to Alyndar's ccooking Lok wiggles his fingers in anticipation of the apple pie and occasionally attempts to get by him to get the pie. "Come on Alyndar, a little please." The halfling performs a few tricks and tumbles in the hope of getting a piece of pie early.
Sir Thomas Wednesday October 4th, 2000 9:13:10 PM
Thomas exits the road and sighs with relief. "What a long day." Thomas helps in the preparation of the camp site as much as he can, hopefully earning his alotment of the meal that Alyndar is preparing. "Can I help in the meal preparation in any way Alyndar?" Thomas offers his help in other places if he sees that he might be needed. After the meal he responds to Alyndar, "Thank you friend, you cook devinely." Before bed Thomas prays to Alemi and Domi. "I will take the first watch unless others of you would prefer to take it." If there are no objections, Thomas exits to the fringes of the camp and stands guard by walking around. When his watch is over he wakes the next person and goes to sleep.
Alyndar Thursday October 5th, 2000 12:09:05 AM
everytime Lok makes a move to the apple pie, Aly swats at him, always missing, with his cooking spoon. The big, metal one he never uses except for occasions like this. He politely refuses Sir Thomas query for help saying: you rest your tired bones, I got this down to a science. Aly notices Sly isnt anywhere near and asks someone to go find him and bring him to dinner. When dinner is over, Aly cleans up the dishes, sets out what he needs for breakfast, and then turns in for sleep. Knowing tonight he will sleep soundly after the long tiresome journey of today.
Uteva Thursday October 5th, 2000 8:28:20 AM
When Teva is awakened for her watch, she yawns and stretches, then tells her companion, "Give me a moment." For some strange reason, she re-enters the tunnel in the great silver ash, returns to the road above, and comes back down. She thanks him with a smile, but offers no other explanation. She pulls on her gloves and makes herself some hot tea before pacing the perimeter, occasionally checking on the mules.
Shortly before the end of her shift, the young woman awakens Ilsidur. She crouches beside him in the pre-dawn darkness, the white of her grin gleeming faintly. "You did ask us not to let you sleep late," she murmurs. "Didn't you?"
Sunrise and Sly is Still Missing - Dm Celi- Thursday October 5th, 2000 10:43:58 AM
(Since you never mention that you exited the tunnel and entered the Wold. I will assumed that all of you are still on the platform.)
The morning is beautiful But still? No birds are singing? As you look around No Sly or his dog. Not like him to miss a meal.....
When you do exit the tunnel and into the wold. This is what you see... The area is in shambles, there was a fight here, a ONE sided fight. As you look around you also see two dead orcs beside the little camp fire, and a back pack is rip apart, the contents is all over the place. You look further and THERE is Sly's BODY, and next to him is his dog Luke. You hear a faint moan coming from Sly.
Lok Mufflefoot d100=52 d100=53 Thursday October 5th, 2000 1:54:24 PM
The halfling looks in horror at the site of the battle. Moving towards Sly Lok stops himself midway in the kneeling and comforting of his new friend. Knowing full well, that a moan was enough for a cleric to save a man's life the halfling steels himself that Ilsidur and the others will take care of him. Fearing that this could be yet a setup for an ambush even further Lok says "There may be more, I'll be right back." whipping two daggers from his belt out he disapears into the woods attempting to stay silent but not quite succeding (move silently fail first roll) and in the shadows a little too visibly(hide in shadows fail second roll) to see if there is a trap about to be sprung upon them.
Alyndar (TIM) Thursday October 5th, 2000 6:04:04 PM
/ooc I was under the impression that we were to stop ON the platform and rest there at night BEFORE heading down to the ground. ALSO, in my last post i did SEND someone to find Sly and bring him to dinner. I know ooc's are suppose to be held in email, but this is faster and we need to stop in case reorganzing events needs to be made.
Ilsidur d8=4 d8=2 Thursday October 5th, 2000 10:52:13 PM
Ilsidur exits from the platform, in time to see Lok (not very quietly or sneakily) move into the forest, and to see Sly and Luke lying on the ground. He moves immediately to Sly's side, calling to the rest of the group, "Hurry and get down here, Sly is hurt!" He quickly prays to Marmathon Dur, "Lord most high, I pray for your aid in healing my friend Sly Foxx. In him I have found a kindred spirit of excitement and exploration." [ooc: Sly have 6 hp back] He then waits to see the results of his healing. He picks up his battleaxe and looks around to see what has happened.
Sir Thomas d20=12 Thursday October 5th, 2000 11:45:36 PM
(Just to note: Thomas left the road as well, more specifically, "Thomas exits the road and sighs with relief . . . ") As the events stand, Thomas leaves the road and upon seeing the scene before him he pulls his mighty sword from its scabbard. Thomas shrugs off his backpack to be more accessible and maneuverable in case of a fight. He drops to one knee and surveys the surroundings. (Perception check to try to determine what went on more specically then there was a fight between orcs and Sly. Passed rolling 12 needed 14) "Ilsidur, how is Sly? I'm sure that Alemi would bless me to help him if he is still in need." To the group in general Thomas states, "Everyone should get around the cart because it can provide good protection if someone were to shoot at us." Thomas then goes over to Ilsidur and Sly. "Ilsidur, can we move him? He would be safest in the bed of the cart." Sir Thomas will sheath his sword and help move Sly and then prepare for the worst again.
Uteva Friday October 6th, 2000 10:16:56 AM
Uteva follows Sir Thomas to the ground, the smile fading from her face as she absorbs the scene. She stands horrified in the mouth of the tunnel until the emerging mules force her to move. "Oh, no. Why didn't we miss him?" The young woman stays with the cart as instructed, and helps rearrange things in the back to make room for Sly. "As the men bring him over, she asks, "How is Luke?" Teva asks Trace to watch her back while she gathers as much of Sly's gear as she can find.
Sly Foxx and Luke Friday October 6th, 2000 11:18:54 AM
Sly moans, but when Ilsidur Heals him(Sly) of 6 points of damage. Sly opens his eyes, and starts to tell of what happen. "Something was ... wrong.. Luke.. gulp.. Luke .. would not come back ... to me.... I had to keep those ORC away from the ... tree. Sir Thomas... Ilsidur... I tried to fight ... but too many.... BIG... BIG... Orc... Luke! Luke ... gulp ... where are you," after this said Sly passes out in their arms.
Alyndar d20+1=6 Friday October 6th, 2000 5:57:00 PM
( Spells memmed for the day are 2-magic missle and 2-color spray )
Aly is last to exit and is totally apalled at the sight before him, and when he sees Sly's body and the tell tale signs of Orcs, Aly's demeaner and appearance is definately of someone EXTREMELY ANGRY. ( There are 3 things you don't do in the Wold, and one of them is to NOT to ANGER a grey elf wizard! ) Aly stops the cart, hits the brake and ties the reigns down, he crawls out of the cart and moves his component bag to combat position. He starts scanning the area for an ambush or other tell tale signs of darkies lurking. ( i believe the hunting skill would assist me in this endeavor so i will rely on it and my senses to detect unwanted foes in the vicinity ) rolled a 6 so i believe i passed my perception check.
No Worse for the Wear (DM Jerry) Friday October 6th, 2000 10:17:15 PM
Lok and Alyndar find no signs of the Orcs. No trail, nothing. Sly appears to be no worse for the wear, although he still is somewhat injured. Luke now stirs, whimpering. The morning sun does not appear, hidden behind a wall of fog. The Thrumstump lies to the north easily seen. It seems to glow green in the fog.
Alyndar Saturday October 7th, 2000 7:52:03 AM
After much looking and scanning, Aly seems to ease up some, he rushes over to Sly, seeing that the cleric is handling him, he hears Luke's whimper, he rushes to the cart, then back to Luke, picks up the dog, rushes him back to the cart, laying him on a pile of blankets for comfort, and proceeds to use his first aid kit to bind wounds and such, Aly remembers something in the book of Herbology about plants for healing so he thumbs through the book to the healing plants section and starts brewing up something for Luke, all the while, whispering words of encouragement to the dog.
Sly Foxx and Luke Saturday October 7th, 2000 10:56:20 AM
Sly wakens, Seeing that Alyndar is treating Luke. "Thank-you, Friend Elf, for healing my dog. OH! Yes, my dear Friend, I'm a little hungry. Do you have a stray bisquit? or any left over cookies?" Looking up at him (Alyndar), with a great big smile.
Alyndar Saturday October 7th, 2000 5:33:14 PM
After tending to Luke, he hears Sly's voice and turns to see him smiling, which, in turn makes Aly smile. Aly walks to the back of the wagon, and pulls out 2 slices of his apple pie from the night before and takes them to Sly, adding some healing herbs into the pie as he prepares them.
Sir Thomas d10=5 Sunday October 8th, 2000 1:00:26 AM
(Rolled d10 for HP got 5) As the Lok returns and no one sees any signs that the orc attackers are still around, Sir Thomas eases up his defense slightly. "Sly, do you need more help or would you like me to help Luke with the blessing of my Lord Alemi? I can help to heal only one of you today." Thomas surveys the scene one more time then says to the group. "This scourge can not, WILL not be around much longer. We should press on before someone else gets hurt. We really need to take the battle to them on our terms. Which way Sly? you just point and we'll find the way." Thomas still has his sword out and his shield ready. he goes and gets his backpack and puts it on the cart. "Alyndar, may I put this on the cart as we travel further so that I may be more prepared to defend us if we need such efforts?" Thomas waits for eveyone's reply and reaction to all that has gone on and all he has said. (Thomas will Lay on Hands to either Sly or Luke if Sly accepts his offer.)
Alyndar Sunday October 8th, 2000 6:27:57 AM
Aly nods his approval to Sir Thomas and agrees with him about moving on hurridly. Aly goes and harnesses the OX in front of the mules so that the cart can be drawn faster. He also clears stuff out of the way so Sly can be brought to the cart too. Aly suggests to the group that we leave now and not stop til we reach town, even if it means travelling at night.
Trace and Radiant (Elven Ranger/Falconeer) Sunday October 8th, 2000 9:39:16 PM
Trace jumps ontop of the cart again and readies his bow as a look out and to cover his comrads. "I suggest we get moveing, to stay here would invite another encounter while we are unprepaired."
Ilsidur Monday October 9th, 2000 1:15:41 AM
Ilsidur helps the party load Sly and Luke onto the cart. Then he readies his crossbow and moves to the front of the group with Sir Thomas. He tells Sir Thomas, "I have no more healing for the day, so if Sly and Luke are OK with having their wounds bound and treated, maybe you should hold onto your healing ability for a little while. Who knows what we will run into on the way." As the party heads out, he breathes a sigh of relief, and thinks, "Anyone that is worried more about their stomach than the state of their health must be starting to feel better."
Uteva Monday October 9th, 2000 9:00:23 AM
"Sir Thomas, do I understand that you want to go after the orcs that hurt Sly before continuing on after the hobgoblins?" Uteva approaches the cart with Sly's burst pack and places it inside. "I think that's a good idea, especially if they've been endangering travellers."
She gathers a few more strewn items and returns. "Sly, I'm so sorry we weren't here to help. Thank you for doing your best. I think i can repair most of these -- are you missing anything important?"
"Did the orcs see you emerge from the tree? Did they seem to be waiting in ambush, or did they happen upon you?"
Lok Mufflefoot d6+1=4 d100=69 d100=11 Monday October 9th, 2000 5:42:26 PM
(LEVEL up 4 hps) Lok searches the orc corpses quietly. Going to Sly's side he says happily "Well it's quite nice to see that the orcs left a few pieces of you for us!" Giggling softly Lok continues "And now, you can get a larger share of Alyndar's food because you need the food for your strength." With a flick of his wrists that is almost quicker than the eye the two daggers in his hand disappear into his belt. Piping up a little he says "They could go harm somebody else, we ought to track em down." With that the halfling stands near the wagon ready to follow as quietly(move silently fail) as possible when he has three left feet off to the side in whatever shadows he can find(hide in shadows pass, heh noisy but hidden rofl).
Qwint Edsa Monday October 9th, 2000 10:52:17 PM
OOC: I'm back, I'll just post like I've been with you the entire time
IC: He looks over to Sly and says "Well, at least you made it out alive, that could of cost us dearly. We'll take good care of you, I'm sure." He snaps off a piece of his bread and hands it to Sly.
Sir Thomas Monday October 9th, 2000 10:52:42 PM
"Actually Uteva, I had originally thought we should go to Hook City to resupply and orient ourselves in this new environment. However, I wouldn't be against tracking down the creatons. Sly, exactly how many were there? I'm just afraid of getting in over our heads with an injured companion. I will do whatever the group thinks best. Consider this though, Alyndar, do we have enough food to last us a while in case we don't catch these characters as soon as we'd like? I am all for avenging Sly, don't get me wrong, but everyone knows that the best way to kill anything is to cut off its head. I say we regroup and get Sly and Luke back into good shape and then head for their lair. I think that would be the best move depending on what we learn in Hook City. I think everyone should vote after considering all of the variables. Food, odds, we're on their 'turf', we have an injured friend to care for, have I left anything out? What do you all think? Let's talk while we move because I think this place is a bad omen. Ilsidur, I will hold on to that healing prayer until later on tonight, then if I need it I will use it. You are wise for your suggestion. Thank you."
Ilsidur Monday October 9th, 2000 11:04:18 PM
Ilsidur says, "Hold on a minute everyone, I've got an idea." He scans the trees and ground in the area to see if there are any creatures of the forest nearby. He says, "Trace, can you see any little forest creatures around? I can call on the power of Marmathon Dur to enable me to speak with one of them, and maybe they can provide some idea of what happened, and especially which way the raiders went. Alyndar, if Trace or I see any such creature, could you give me some seeds or nuts from your cart? I have always found a little reward opens little beaks and mouths much more readily."
To find a Trail (DM Jerry) Monday October 9th, 2000 11:16:33 PM
The foggy morning leaves everyone chilled and cold. The taste of winter is in the air. In the distance, a wolf gives a last howl before curling up in his cave to sleep the day through. A few small spiders drop from the trees as the party moves around. Those looking find the tell-tale signs of branches being used to cover retreating tracks in the general direction of the mountains. [Anyone looking for tracks needs to make the appropriate checks at -10%.]
Trace and Radiant Monday October 9th, 2000 11:45:33 PM
I think tracking down these orcs would be noble but a waste of time and risky at this point. Lets stick to the plan and get to Hook City that way we can resupply and Sly and Luke can heal. I dont know but I have a bad feeling if we look for revenge at this time.
Lok Mufflefoot Tuesday October 10th, 2000 7:06:57 AM
From the shadows Lok pipes in "Seems if we are looking for hobgoblins, orcs are just as good to me." Laughing softly at his own comment the halfling waits for the others to make a decision.
Alyndar Tuesday October 10th, 2000 8:44:37 AM
I can hunt and forage but that only lasts so long, considering the time of year it would be best to head into the city and get resupplied there. Plus, as everyone knows, we have 2 injured comrades that need time to heal. So, my vote is let's go to Hook City, see what news we can find there about this hord ravaging the land, and plan our strategy there. in a softer tone, like to himself but anyone close can hear, i need a long hot bath myself.
Uteva Tuesday October 10th, 2000 11:17:29 AM
"You're right of course, Trace." Uteva shakes her head. "My brains seem to trickle out my ears when my companions have been hurt." She sighs and tucks a light brown lock of hair behind her ear. "We need information and supplies. And Sir Thomas' instincts about the peace talks served us well. If he has a bad feeling about this place, I'm inclined to leave in a hurry."
The young woman takes up position beside the mule on the right as they cross toward the stump.
Sly Foxx and Luke Tuesday October 10th, 2000 11:48:28 AM
Sly munching on the last of the pie, "munch, munch,Burpp,Hmmm that was good, Friend Alyndar". Then look's to the back of the wagon, to see if per chance that there would be any more hiding back there. "I feel so much better and I think i can get up." Looking up at Trace,"I don't think that they are around any more,Big Brother. They came, they jump me and Luke, then went into the night. We should get on the stump and on the Elfen road.But talking to the small creatures is a very good idea..." Sliping off the wagon and putting his wobbly feet on the ground, Tells Sir Thomas," Don't blame yourself, Friend, I heard you call me to supper, but Luke was acting up, so I chose to stay down here (his eyes was looking at nothing, as if into the recent pass wispers)boy that Orc was big." Then comming back into the present again," Let's go to Hook City" Turns and happens to be near Uteva's ear, wispers ~Thank-you, Dear Uteva, for picking up my back pack~.
Sir Thomas Tuesday October 10th, 2000 8:47:05 PM
"Then which way do we go?"
Qwint Edsa Tuesday October 10th, 2000 9:13:43 PM
He looks at Sly trying to get up "Don't do anything that'll hurt yourself, please." He then looks at the rest of the group "I think it would be a good idea to go back to Hook City where we can get some rest, etc. We could also make some friends, someone there might know something about where these Orcs came from.
Alyndar Tuesday October 10th, 2000 9:53:14 PM
Aly sees Sly attempting to get out of the cart, as Sly starts to push himself up off the cart a firm hand clamps down on his shoulder and pulls him back into the cart. When Sly looks to see what is happening to him he sees a very stern looking Elf straddling the seat with one foot in the back of the cart. Aly says: just where do you think you are going young man? It's just like you to leap before you think. You will STAY put in the cart til I say you are well enough to get out. Aly sees Sly start to say something and cuts him off, with a shoosh, and a zip it. You will do as you are told young man. Aly then reaches under the seat and pulls out a pie plate with another piece of Apple pie on it and shoves it and a spoon into Sly's hand. Aly looks at Uteva and says: If he tries to get out of the cart again, you have my permission to tie him up. With that Aly sits back down on the seat of the cart, grabs the reigns and prepares to move out.
Ilsidur Tuesday October 10th, 2000 10:22:52 PM
"So, it looks like we're off to Hook City. I still think it is worthwhile to try to talk to one of the local fauna before we leave, to see if we can get any more information. It will only take a couple of minutes, and you can have a snack while I try, right Sly? Aly, what food do you have that would be suitable to attract a small forest animal?" After getting what Aly has to offer, Ilsidur enters the nearby forest and begins looking for any suitable forest animals nearby that he can try to contact.
Plans and Intentions (DM Jerry) d100=90 Tuesday October 10th, 2000 11:01:59 PM
Alyndar does not find any suitable animals. It seems that they have left the area so recently visited by the Orcs. (rolled 90% on check.) Those from the Gateway Downs, realize that there are towns along the route to Hook City where the group can resupply. Places such as Heranmar, Gateway, and Threshold. The fog continues to obscure vision and everything is beginning to be coated with a layer of wetness as if from a heavy dew. The stump of the Thrumstump still lies to the north, or at least you assume this is so as the fog has reduces vision to about 20 feet.
Trace and Radiant Wednesday October 11th, 2000 12:25:42 AM
Sly ......point us in the right direction so that we can shove off.....Trace continues to scan the area while ontop of the cart with his bow.
Sly Foxx and Luke Wednesday October 11th, 2000 9:53:50 AM
Sly seeing that he's out numbered, Tells and pointing north," norffh maboft FFForFTy gulp paces,the old (chomp)Tffrumffstufrmffp gulp stump is there."tuns to Alyndarand tells him."I'll do anything you say, as long you keep this medicien comming." Sly lays back and enjoys his third peice of pie.
Qwint Edsa Wednesday October 11th, 2000 5:04:20 PM
He chuckles at the debate between Sly and Alyndar and just moves away, he then looks back at Sly and raises an eyelash. "What was that? All I heard was mumble mumble" "What is it that we're supposed to say to the tree-stump?"
Lok Mufflefoot Wednesday October 11th, 2000 5:48:02 PM
From the side Lok bursts "We should go by Heranmor. It's a nice little town, and the people there were friendly..." his voice trails off and a look of realization comes over him. With a lot less conviction Lok continues "though some people were, not as friendly" the last he finishes with a mumble.
Ilsidur Wednesday October 11th, 2000 6:21:32 PM
Ilsidur is pleased to see that Sly is feeling better. Since his (not Alyndar's) attempt to find a suitable forest creature failed, Ilsidur did not cast the spell. He readies his crossbow and steps forward with Sir Thomas. "Well, it looks like we're heading for Hook City. So, what are we waiting for?"
Stumped for the password (DM Jerry) Wednesday October 11th, 2000 7:32:39 PM
The party arrives at easily counting the 42 paces to the Thrumstump. It gleams magically in the foggy morning as if awaiting you.
Sir Thomas Wednesday October 11th, 2000 9:14:48 PM
Looking at the stump, "Ok Sly, what do we say to this thing to get back on the road? I think that was a wonderful idea you had Ilsidur, good thinking. Too bad it didn't workout." Thomas stands with his swordtip resting on the ground waiting for someone who knows the elven password to speak it so they can get on their way.
Trace and Radiant Wednesday October 11th, 2000 10:11:50 PM
Trace has an awkward smile on his face as he snatches the pie from Sly. "Ok little brother ...you can have the food when you get us back on track." Trace moves the piece of pie in a swooping motion above Sly in order to hurry the situation.
Uteva Wednesday October 11th, 2000 11:13:27 PM
"Will the road work for a human, do you think?" Teva stands on the stump and, speaking Elven for the first time, says, "Arise."
Sly Foxx and Luke Wednesday October 11th, 2000 11:14:00 PM
"Oh! the torture, depriving a man out of his medicine. Friend Alyndar, Big brother and everybody, turning on me. The Word is Arise in Elvesh." said Sly, but to himself * I was hoping for a forth piece, Friend Aly out did himself on those pies* "Now can I have my Pie back?" Sly ask with that smile of his.
Ilsidur Wednesday October 11th, 2000 11:57:06 PM
Ilsidur reaches over and snatches the piece of pie from Trace's hand, and quickly shoves it in his mouth. Around the pie, he muffles, "Sorry Sly, as your physician, I can't allow you to eat four pieces of pie. It might interfere with your recovery. You will have to wait at least two hours until your next piece." He walks over towards the stump with a small grin on his face, and watches to see what happens to Uteva, hoping he can wrap his stern dwarven mouth around the flowing elven command word. [OOC: I've never seen a gaming group focus so much on food. What odd fun!]
Lok Mufflefoot d20=5 Thursday October 12th, 2000 5:58:48 PM
Lok begins juggling two daggers and a piece of pie he filched while nobody was looking. Throwing the piece high in the air he does a little twirl and catches it in his mouth. Showering crumbs and pieces everywhere. Through a full mouth he sprays crumbs as he agrees "Yesh , it needs to be saved for dangerously underweight halflings" he finishes patting his rotund belly happily.
Speaking in Elvish Tongues (DM Jerry) Friday October 13th, 2000 1:16:55 AM
Uteva disappears into the fog. She finds herself on an actual elven road and upside down at the top of a loop. At least that's the way it looks in the fog from the way the branches and leaves look upside down. The road seems to run east-west. The fog prevents seeing the road for more than 20'. She can't see the ground.
Uteva Friday October 13th, 2000 8:11:14 AM
Teva takes one step to her left to make room for the next person through. She watches the road where it disappears into the fog, turning slowly in place to keep an eye on both ends.
Alyndar Friday October 13th, 2000 8:46:25 AM
Alyndar is next to step on the stump and say the word arise in elvish..he then gets back on his cart and waits with Uteva for the others.
Sly Foxx and Luke Friday October 13th, 2000 9:29:48 AM
Sly laugh at the antics of Loc and Ilsidur was only thinking of his health. Sly tell Alyndar,"After were on the road, head West, over the mountains and that will bring us south of the road we travled before. And thank you for the help you gave Luke." Sly slumps down next to Luke and comforts his dog.
Lok Mufflefoot Friday October 13th, 2000 6:50:33 PM
Hopping on one foot in anticipation Lok follows suit and gets on the stump. With a high pitched voice he says "Arise in elvish". Giggling uncontrollably Lok suddenly wonders if this will have an ill affect on his transportation. Thankfully the thought escapes before it has a chance to really worry him.
Ilsidur Friday October 13th, 2000 8:37:42 PM
Ilsidur grins at Lok's silly pun, then hauls himself up on the stump. "Why do all things elvish have to take place above the ground? If the gods had meant dwarves to travel this way, they would have given them long legs like the tall ones." He stands on the stump and says, "Elberethel...ethelberreth...elbetherel..." He finally manages to get the elven word right, and finds himself standing (falling?) next to Uteva and Alyndar.
Qwint Edsa Saturday October 14th, 2000 11:35:12 AM
Looking at the others, Qwint steps on the stump, and says in a stern voice. "Arise" but of course in th Elvish tongue. He appears next to everyone else. "Well, shall we continue?"
Sir Thomas Saturday October 14th, 2000 12:54:55 PM
Sir Thomas politely waits for everyone else in the group to ascend the stump and speak the magical command word. He looks around to be sure no one and nothing else remains and then follows suite in traveling magically to where the road begins. "Arise" (in elven of course) He arrives on the road last and reports, "We are all here and all that we brought came with us. I didn't see anything watching us from the woods, so we shouldn't have to worry about being followed. Let's get going. It will be a long day. It seems to me that you have outdone yourself with that pie Alyndar. You didn't charm it with an incantation did you? The magical pie of healing or levitation or wordlessness or something like that." Thomas chuckles to himself at the funny thought of someone eating a pie and then beginning to float or not being able to speak. He then begins to walk down the road in his position of travel, at the front of the group.
Alyndar Saturday October 14th, 2000 6:11:32 PM
He listens to what Sir Thomas says, thinks to himself, then reaches for some ink, and some paper and starts writing. (Jerry knows what's gonna be coming soon)
Over the Mountains and Down the Road (DM Jerry) Sunday October 15th, 2000 7:55:40 PM
The party shortly figures out which way is west and travels that way. The elven roads are light to the spirit and cheerful to the eyes taking in the most beautiful sights of the mountains. It's almost as if the road was designed for that purpose. High loops in the sky, welcome scenic places to camp and gather herbs, and make campfires. (Alyndar, make a herb roll and we'll see what you get. Make sure you're writing this all down.) Eventually you make your way over the top and back down the western slopes. Here the elven road seems be become more pragmatic as if there's nothing to see on this side. That's not true, exactly, as you can see the entire Gateway Downs west to the ocean and the setting suns are just to die for. The Elven Road turns SW traversing the western arm of the Grey Tooth mountains known as the Western Fang. To the north is Fort Wayfarer and later the Spirit Swamp and to the south, the Darkness of Ravenloft at first and then Threshold. As the Trail continues past this spur of the Grey Tooth Mountains nearing the ocean, it ends some 100feet from the road running South East from Gateway to Threshold. There is a "common" campground on the other (western) side of the Trade Road. No one occupies the camp currently, but you can see that anywhere from a single group to several groups camping here in large caravans is not uncommon. It is evening, perhaps an hour before sunset. The road has refreshed everyone and all are in good health. You leave the elven road via a magical transport square on the platform and stand beside this tree east of the Trade Road.
Trace and Radiant Sunday October 15th, 2000 10:24:30 PM
Trace exits the the elven road and immediatly goes into his routine for camping for the night. "Since the sun is setting I assume that we will be camping here for the eveing." If there is no suggestion Trace will pray and feed Radiant for the night. "We need to find a town soon I am running out of rations for Radiant and I cant really count on hunting every night for him."
SIr Thomas Sunday October 15th, 2000 11:05:11 PM
Thomas exits the road and looks around. He put his sword away a very long time ago, but he finds his hand straying to its familiar pummel almost expecting another ambush like the one Sly experienced. He does not draw his blade though. "How far is it to the next town? Trace, do you know? I mean, I feel pretty refreshed. I know the long trip will hit me soon like it always does, but I think if the town isn't too far away we might be able to make it there tonight. Anyway, I'm up for either because Alemi knows we need to rest after the trek we just made." Thomas will scout out the edges of the campsite and look for sings of anything out of the ordinary for a often used campsite like this. After he cases their campsite, if they decide to stay the night he will work to set up tents and other such necessary things. He will then pray and propose assignments for watch duty (unless the group decides to move on).
Lok Mufflefoot Monday October 16th, 2000 7:36:08 AM
"No worries friend Trace, we are near Threshhold." With that the halfling, who has been extrordinarily silly today, hopping, singing, and occasionally doing tumbles, once again takes on a serious demeanor as he does some scouting of his own. Trying to detect any problems, signs of what types of travellers have been here of late, and as well volunteering for the first watch. He appears to have settled some but only to a point, and as usual is far from tired.
The Dark Lands
Uteva Monday October 16th, 2000 12:12:33 PM
Teva crosses the Trade Road to the large campsite and helps Alyndar to settle the animals. She savours her supper and shares a preposterous tale about a fisherwoman, a lost boot, and a three-headed dolphin. Afterward, she sits quietly with her harp, occasionally humming or plucking the odd string.
Sly Foxx and Luke Monday October 16th, 2000 3:46:09 PM
Sly ask of Alyndar, "please can I get up now, please. I'm feeling muche better." Sly looks to Alyndar with sheepish eyes. " I'll even help you make the desert??" Sly is now trying to inch his way to the edge of the wagon.
Ilsidur Monday October 16th, 2000 8:09:52 PM
Ilsidur is glad to have his feet on solid ground once more. He also helps setting up the camp, keeping one eye out for anyone approaching. "I'll take last watch, if that's OK. I need to pray to Marmathon Dur for more healing power for tomorrow." After supper, he spends some time recording past events in his journal. "So, where are we headed tomorrow?"
Qwint Edsa Monday October 16th, 2000 9:46:26 PM
After leaving the road, Qwint finds a place for himself to sleep and starts to put some blankets around it. He also puts some blankets around his cat, who meows happily. After that, he, also, scouts around. He isn't quite sure whether the party is going to move or not, so he stays where he is after he scouts.
Camping or a Short Rest? (DM Jerry) Monday October 16th, 2000 10:33:10 PM
As some of the party scouts around and others settle in for the night, it seems that by default the party has decided to camp due to the fact that some have gone ahead and set the camp.
Those scouting easily see that a large caravan was here the night before and possible is a day ahead of them on the road to the south.
Those making a perception check remember their bearings from when they looked south on the Elven Road and realize that Threshold should be 2 or 3 days walk to the south and east.
The night is peaceful, sea breezes blowing in from the west reminding a few of you of your trip south and the Voyage that would never end.
Sir Thomas d20=13 Monday October 16th, 2000 11:44:56 PM
"Ahhhh, what a lovely night. I think that story was very entertaining Uteva, thank you." Thomas enjoys supper and enjoys the company of the group around the fire. With the wind blowing as it is and the cool refreshing night air THomas can't help be dream of home. He smiles a longing far off smile as he thinks of his parents and siblings. (Successful perception check) "Well folks, I'm glad we decided to camp tonight because I think we needed the rest after that trek on the magical road. I don't know about the rest of you, but I'm beat. I don't think I have ever said this outloud, but I enjoy all of your company. I thank you for your friendship. And on that note, I must take council with Alemi and Domi both. I am off to bed. Please wake me when it is my turn to watch. Have a pleasant evening everyone." After excusing himself, Thomas rises and enters his tent to pray and sleep.
Trace and Radiant Tuesday October 17th, 2000 2:08:02 AM
Trace makes his bed and sleeps soundly while dreaming of the elven princess he had met and whished that he would have got to knwon better in his stay.
Alyndar d20=12 Tuesday October 17th, 2000 2:21:05 AM
made my herb roll. I let Uteva take care of the animals while i set about preparing dinner. In answer to Sly's comment about helping with dessert Aly says: you ate everyone's including your dessert in the wagon, and don't think for one minute you got away with it, I have eyes in the back of my head. Dinner tonight is very simple, Soup - Cold Sandwiches - and Fruit. Aly appears very tired and a bit pale. When inquired about it he says: nothing to fret, just old age and this weather. All I need is a few days rest and some clean clothes. (jerry, I am not feeling well, so Aly isn't feeling well) Aly hurridly cleans up the dishes afterwards, and goes right to bed, which is unusual as everyone knows he reads before bedtime.
Uteva Tuesday October 17th, 2000 9:36:59 AM
"I'll watch first, if that's alright. I would like to finish up this stanza before I sleep." Watching Alyndar settle himself, Teva murmurs, "Maybe we should leave our elven friend out of the rotation tonight."
On watch, the young woman paces slowly about the campsite, her lips moving as if in speech, though no sound escapes. She passes her steaming tea mug from one gloved hand to the other to help keep them warm. When the time comes, she wakens Trace and slips into her welcoming bedroll.
Sly Foxx and Luke Tuesday October 17th, 2000 11:26:18 AM
Sly watches Alyndar doing his food and fruits. Sly want to get up so bad, that ants are crawling up his leg. He gets out of the wagon on unsteady feet and walks around a bit. Going to the edge of the forest to pick up some wood for the fire.
Lok Mufflefoot d20=7 Tuesday October 17th, 2000 5:55:09 PM
Sipping his soup carefully and nibbling on his sandwhich the halfling calms some. To Trace, and Uteva he mentions that he'll take an extra shift of watch, just make sure to wake him. "In the morning we'll head south east to Threshold and fun!"(succesful perception). Then, the quiet of the night settles on him and the halfling begins a fitful sleep of odd dreams.
Ilsidur Tuesday October 17th, 2000 7:53:06 PM
As Lok wakes Ilsidur to take the dawn watch, Ilsidur's eyes open. "I'm awake, bouncy one. You get a few more hours sleep and I'll wake the camp shortly after dawn." Once he is up, Ilsidur wraps himself his cloak, keeping himself warm in the early morning air. As he watches the perimiter of the campsite, he prays to his lord. "Most high Marmathon Dur, please grant me once again the ability to give health to my companions as they need it, and keep our feet on the safe path as we enter this new city."
Sir Thomas Tuesday October 17th, 2000 8:46:28 PM
SIr Thomas awakens from his night's sleep early, before the sun pops up to light the day. Wondering what Alemi or his other half Domi could be trying to tell him he gets up from his bed and puts on his armor. He grabs his sword and goes out into the early morning dark. He goes to where Ilsidur stands guard, "Am I bothering you friend?" He waits for a reply hoping not to startle or interupt any thoughts that are running through the dwarf's head. "I couldn't sleep. It's either my warrior's sense, or excitement at what lies ahead of us in town. If you would like to sleep, I am up anyway. You may get some extra sleep if you'd like it." Thomas makes his offer and if taken finishes the watch and if not taken spends the morning looking at the morning sky and sunrise and talking to his friend.
Somethin' Come a Callin' (DM Jerry) d20=17 d20=18 Tuesday October 17th, 2000 9:05:17 PM
During the deep of the night, Lok's watch, a snap of a twig is heard softly in the distance, then a "fake" hoot of an owl. Lok, however, is right on top of it. (perception check of 17) He is unable to determine the distance however, (perception check of 18.)
Trace and Radiant Tuesday October 17th, 2000 11:24:02 PM
Trace is awakend by Uteva and whith sweet dreams still fresh in his mind Trace raises his hand to Uteva then realizes that it is not the elven princess, he then quickly moves his arm in a streching motion. Rubbing his eyes Trace stretches then takes up postion for his watch. Trace notices how clear his sinus are with the cold air then takes a few deep breaths to get the full sensation of the night air. After his watch he then wakes Lok for his turn. From the crisp night Trace can see his breath while talking to Lok. "Morning friend.....time for your turn...rember if you need any help wake Sir Thomas....he he he, just kidding."
Dreamy Uteva Wednesday October 18th, 2000 8:42:40 AM
Uteva dreams of playing hide and seek on a misty elven road with Raub. The old peddlar dodges in and out of the clouds, now upside down on one loop, now sideways in a twist, and always chortling happily. In her dream, she can never quite reach him, but knowing how he is enjoying himself, Teva smiles.
Lok Mufflefoot d100=27 d100=7 Wednesday October 18th, 2000 6:00:52 PM
Tensing at the noise and suddenly becoming all too aware of their vulnerability, here, in a campsite, in the middle of the night Lok quietly springs into action. Cupping his hand over Sir Thomas's mouth, Lok shakes him roughly (for a halfling). In his ear the halfling whispers urgently "Trouble brewing, wake them quietly! Be ready!" With baffling agility two daggers spring from his belt into his hands. Then with uncanny silence (move silently first roll) and somehow blending into the deep darkness(second hide in shadow roll) the halfling seems to keep a bouncy step as he disapears into the darkness. Taking care the halfling heads out somewhat to the left of where the sound seems to have originated from. Keenly keeping his eyes open the halfling scans the woods for its occupent(s) as he slides through them.
Sly Foxx Wednesday October 18th, 2000 6:33:34 PM
Sly and Luke is asleep in the back of the wagon, Luke is restless and awakens Sly. He(Sly) want to turn over and go back to sleep,But something is not right. So Sly will ready Magic Missels just in case. Will calm the dog, also.
Sir Thomas d20=11 Wednesday October 18th, 2000 8:16:46 PM
Startled by the way in which he was awakened, Sir Thomas jumps a bit. He listens intently to what Lok says and then rolls over and pulls out his sword in its sheath so as not to make any noise. Wishing he had time to put on his armor Thomas slips out of his tent as quietly as the big warrior knows how. He doesn't move as dexteritously as he would like though (DEX check failed rolled 11 needed 9). He moves about the camp rousing his friends as quietly and as nonstartlingly as possible. He gets the point across that there is someone else around. When his job of waking everyone else up is finished he sneaks over to where Alyndar's cart is and crouches beside it. He scans the perimeter for movement and grips his sword in preparation of a glorious fight.
Bear of an Attack! (DM Jerry) d20=7 d20=15 d6=3 d6=5 d6=3 d6=3 d20=16 d8=6 d20=19 d8=1 Wednesday October 18th, 2000 10:34:21 PM
Trace quickly wakes everyone. (No armor yet folks, you've been sleeping.) Lok has disappeared into the woods.(He is wearing his since he was on guard.) He, this time, makes his perception check, and realizes he's gone too far. The "visitors" and now he hears more than one, are past him and breaking into a run.
In the camp, sleep eyes open and stand. Then breaking out of the trees and across from the other side of the road, they come. Orcs!
They come running double speed into the clearing.
They are lead by a "bear" or an Orc. Hairy with two long muscled arms that hang down like an ape to his ankles. He bears down on Sir Thomas and attacks him viciously with each arm rolling 7 and 15 hitting him twice without his armor on doing 3 and 5=8hpd. Hitting twice gives him a hug for 6 more hpd making a total of 14. Bear says in faltering common. "So this is your best fighter? Ha! He soon will be a dead fighter and your left ear will make me a necklace!" At this point, you notice in the dark that he wears a necklace of ears. There are several ears hanging there decomposing on his chest.
Orc #1 attacks Trace rolling a 16 and hitting him for 6 hpd. He grunts with glee! "Hit!" he shouts in a language he evidently doesn't understand.
Orc #2 attacks Alyndar rolling a 19 and doing 1hpd. as he grazes Alyndar's shoulder. Orc #2, who bears a wicked grin the size of most halfling grins, just grins...both teeth showing.
Lok Mufflefoot d20=6 d20=18 d4=3 Wednesday October 18th, 2000 11:09:11 PM
Suddenly realizing his mistake the halfling runs, horrified yet trying to keep his silence. The halfling runs at maximum speed back towards the camp to catch up to the assailants. Lok becomes even more petrified when he hears the screams of battles and recognizes the sickening sounds of battering and tearing flesh. The grunts drive the halfling on. When he reaches the site of the battle, he suddenly roars at the top of his lungs attempting to summon every bit of energy he can to distract and confuse the orcs into thinking a full on attack is coming from behind. Flinging himself at the largest among them, Lok flails wildly trying to cling to it's hairy back using his twin daggers as his hold.(attack rolls and dam roll, added no back modifiers)
Alyndar Wednesday October 18th, 2000 11:50:05 PM
Alyndar, startled ever so briefly by the attack of the orc on him, regains his composure and senses and starts casting a spell. Aly sprinkles colored sand in the air, waves his hands in odd circles and moves, and recites something not understandable. From his outstretched hands spring forth a fan of colored light, focusing on the Orc directly in front of him but trying also to envelope the second Orc and possibly the Hairy creature.
Ticked Off Trace and Radiant d20+2=4 d20+2=10 d20+2=4 d20=4 Wednesday October 18th, 2000 11:52:03 PM
Trace grabs his sword and sheild and calls for Radiant to help defend him. Clearly Radiant was asleep also he flutters in and out missing three attempts to cause damage to orc 1. Trace stunned by the blow absently swings in defense and misses by a mile. Talking out the side of his mouth in orc, "Give me a minute you hairy freak, I will finish off your freind here and feed those ears to your bodyless head."
Uteva Thursday October 19th, 2000 9:41:00 AM
Teva wakes to a moment of panicked memory, and finds herself standing, sword and dagger in hand, before she can think clearly. However, she calms when the orcs rush her companions.
Singing a falling sequence of four liquid notes, the young woman drops her dagger, winds up her left arm, and spears it toward the creature that struck Trace. Two pinpoints of blue-white energy streak from her fingertips to strike Orc 1 in the center of its chest, and it grunts again, this time in pain. (4 and 2 from Magic Missile)
Uteva grins nastily and calls out, "Hit!" She closes to help her friends, trying to make out the orcs' footware in the darkness as she reaches for another dagger.
Sly Foxx and Luke Thursday October 19th, 2000 9:47:12 AM
Sly is half awaken, When Trace give the alarm. He gets up on his knees and look around. Recognizees the Big Orc called Bear. " That's Him, The Big One" yells Sly," POOH DOO" sending magic missal at Bear. Now Sly will pick up his bow and knoch it for the next round. Sly Tell Luke to stay.
Ilsidur Thursday October 19th, 2000 7:28:08 PM
Awakened roughly by Trace, Ilsidur sits up quickly and looks around. "I knew this campsite was too good to be true," he mutters. He quickly zeroes in on the huge bear of an orc attacking Sir Thomas. Recognizing a likely dangerous threat, he reaches into the small pouch from under the packsack he was using as a pillow, pulls out a small shard of iron and throws it at the 'Bear' orc, shouting, "In the name of Marmathon Dur, I command you to hold!" [OOC: Casts hold person at one target, -2 on saving throw.]
Sir Thomas d20=19 d20=2 Thursday October 19th, 2000 9:18:01 PM
Sir Thomas can not help but be stunned by the ferocity with which the huge orc comes at him. Damn his human eyes and their inability to focus properly in the dark. He takes the two brutal blows with a silent grimace of pain. He knows better than to let his enemy see his pain, so when the orc grabs him he immediately rams his forehead into the face of the huge beast as it gloats at him. (Thomas rolled a successful attack with natural thaco of 17 rolled 19) Hoping the blow was as unexpected as it should have been with the orc thinking about talking (it must be hard for a creature of that low intelligence) Thomas thrusts his pinned arms out from his body in an attempt to break the hold the monster has on him. (rolled a successful strength check needing 17 rolling a 2) When Thomas' feet hit the ground he staggers back trying to catch his balance. It takes him a few steps but he manages to accomplish the feat before he falls to the ground and the mercy of the monster's onslaught. He brings his sword up between he and the large orc (large creature damage wise?) in a defensive manner to prevent another head on charge. The pain of his wounds make it difficult, but he gathers himself and prepares to ward off whatever the creature has for him next. (OOC Jerry, don't forget my aura of protection for AC)
Qwint Edsa d20=14 d8=5 Sunday October 22nd, 2000 9:41:50 PM
Jumping up, he pulls his sword from behind his back and looks around. He yells out, and charges up to Bear, swinging his sword around viciously. (Rolled a 14, THACO is 18 +1 to hit strength mod.) If he hits, he cuts into Orc skin, making green blood fly out from the open wound. (If hit I do 5+1 [mod.] damage). He then twirls around, swinging his sword for another blow.
Reinforcements for a Dark Night (DM Jerry) 2d4(3+3)=6 2d4(3+4)+1=8 d20=16 d2+1=2 d20=12 d20=13 d8=2 d8=5 d20=9 d20=15 d20=10 d20=18 d6=5 d6=1 d20=16 d8=3 d12=7 d20=14 d20=13 d6=3 d6=3 2d8(2+5)=7 Sunday October 22nd, 2000 11:40:56 PM
Party Results: Lok who has a movement rate of 6o' makes it to the next tree, but can't attack yet. He is in range of Bear this round. Orc #2 falls to the ground unconscious from the Color Spray that Alyndar cast. Bear the Orc is not affected since he is 30' away. Uteva strikes the orc on Trace. He yelps as his chest is horribly burned, yet amazingly throws off the pain and remains. Sly casts her MMs at Bear who shrugs it off taking the damage pleasantly. Bear shrugs of the Hold Person spell, roaring at the challenge. The bear lets Sir Thomas go as he head buts the Bear like Orc for 2hpd. Quint barely misses his attack upon Bear the Orc.
[Orcs are AC6; Bear the Orc is AC2]
Bear the Orc give a barking command. Orcs come running to assist from across the Trade Road and from behind some rocks to the south in order to be able to close with the party.
#3 and 4 move forward half their movement rate and fire arrows at Sly (25% cover in the wagon allowing -2 to AC) [unadjusted rolls of 9, 15, 10, 18] and hits him twice for 5 and 1hpd [total of 6]
#5 and 6 close with Uteva hitting her twice for 2 and 5hpd for a total of 7hpd.
#7 and 8 come around the other side of the rocks. #7 attacks Quint hitting him with a 16 for 3hpd.
#8 attacks Alyndar missing him.
Bear laughs at the surprise in your faces as he brings in his second wave of opponents. Then he focuses on the task at hand. He swipes mightily working on Sir Thomas and hoping to take the mighty paladin out. He rolls a 14 and a 13 hiting him twice for 6hpd and again hugging for 7hps (total of 13) leaving Sir Thomas wavering on his feet: a walking wound.
Alyndar d4+1=3 d4+1=5 Monday October 23rd, 2000 10:13:18 AM
Alyndar, even though he has an orc on him notices that the BIG orc is in charge, so, in lieu of this decides the BIG orc is the primary threat. Alyndar waves his hands in weird motions, says a few choice words and lets loose 2 blue streaks at the BIG orc..doing a total of 8 points of damage..
Sly Foxx and Luke (in wagon) Monday October 23rd, 2000 11:48:43 AM
Sly is suprise at the attack, turns and pick up some spider web, makes a jester and throws one of his favoret spells at orc#3. Now groping for his sword and tell Luke "Stay, Wait until he shows his face over the side of the wagon." Then Sly prays"Oh Master of the Universe, PLEASE don't help those Orc."
Irate Uteva d20=20 d20=3 d20=5 Monday October 23rd, 2000 12:44:48 PM
"Ouch!" says the young woman, as dark stains appear on her side and outer arm. "Pig-dog get of incestuous rats!" She deflects another blow with her sword and feints with her dagger, looking for her opportunity to retaliate. "I've just --" She thrusts at #6 with her short sword, (critical hit, -3 for non-proficiency) and somehow finds an opening. The orc grunts as she deals a lucky blow to his side (#6 6 hpd). "-- got the blood --" Finding herself unexpectedly inside his guard, she awkwardly jams her dagger toward his belly (5, -2 off-hand, +1 weapon bonus,), but he manages to deflect the strike. "-- out of this shirt!" Teva ducks and dances back from the orc, and continues to hold off her two attackers as best she can.
Lok Mufflefoot d20=13 d20=12 Monday October 23rd, 2000 7:23:03 PM
Lok leaps at the back of the orc bear attempting to cling to it using his daggers as his grip. Screaming at the top of his lungs the halfling tries to convince the orcs that a massive attack is coming from the rear. Surprisingly enough, he waits till after he sinks his first dagger in, to unleash this howl. As one dagger plunges into the bear (18 from last post, damage 3, did not do back nor backstab multipliers) the halfling flails wildly with the other dagger and gets it tangled into either clothing or fur, or some other unknown substance(attack roll from above 6). Clinging wildly to the back of the bear/orc Lok hopes his hold is enough to distract the beast from his prey.
Bear 1 Sir Thomas 0 (DM Jerry) d20=15 d20=16 d20=15 d20=8 d6=6 d6=5 d6=3 d20=16 d20=18 d8=1 d8=8 d20=20 d20=1 d20=12 d8=1 d20=13 d20=1 d6=5 Monday October 23rd, 2000 7:32:56 PM
Orcs #3 and #4 look at Sly with horror in their eyes as Sly, a seemingly teenage kid, begins to cast. Then the spell collapses all around them and disappears since it didn't have two or more diametrically opposed points to attach itself to. They look at each other with relief and then just begin laughing and laughing pointing at the poor teenage boy trying to cast.(Intel check for Sly to realize this and keep the spell.)
The orcs, surprised that most of the heroes just stand there (nonposters) and so they laugh too. One says in Orcish, "Plagh Sheg." (Anyone who speaks Orcish may email me to see what was said.)
Then they press their attack.
Orcs #3 and 4 fire once again at Sly rolling a 15, 16, 15, and 8 hitting Sly 3 times for 14hpd.
Orcs #5 and 6 strike at Uteva hitting her twice for 1 + 8 = 9hpd.
Orc #7 strikes at Quint rolling a 20! doing a critical hit for 8hpd.
Orc #8 strikes at Alyndar rolling a 12 barely hitting Alyndar for 1hpd dmg. scratching him again.
Bear grins as his Orcs seem to be enjoying this venture quite abit and then concentrates on finishing off Sir Thomas. He hits with a 13 and then fumbles with a 1. He does 5hpd to Sir Thomas with his single hit.
SIR THOMAS FALLS TO THE GROUND UNCONSCIOUS.
At this point, Bear bows, (holding his arm that fumbles) and says, in broken common, "Good fight. I greet you. You are to be famous. Fortunes says so. So I become your enemy and do bad things and become more famous than you! Soo! I'm off to do those bad things. Very bad. For those I'm gonna do them to." Then he turns and walks away (Quint and Isildur get to roll even odd as he breaks. If you roll odd you get a single attack.)
As he retreats in triumph, he hold his thumb up into the air. A ring appears on it causing him to go invisible. A 9th Orc appears having given Bear the ring. The 9th orc looks like a teenager himself and stands there quivering.
Post Post (DM Jerry) Monday October 23rd, 2000 7:43:52 PM
Lok, (needed new rolls this round, using old ones is unfair since you know what you're gonna roll before doing the action) misses the Bear by the slightest margin and lands to the side bouncing off of his stout hairy body. However, this action, along with the determined looks from Isildur, Quint, and Alyndar, make up his mind that he's accomplished his purpose for this first meeting.
Trace and Radiant d20+2=11 d20+2=4 d20+2=8 d20=2 d20=18 d8+3=6 Monday October 23rd, 2000 8:38:40 PM
Radiant continues to dart in and out but to no avail. While this happens Trace performs his "hack and slash manevor" while missing on the first on he finds his target on the second swing(rolled 18 rolled 3 +3mod. for 6damg.) Trace screams outloud "quick someone heal Sir Thomas so that he can help us."
Qwint Edsa d20=8 Monday October 23rd, 2000 9:08:06 PM
Yelling in agony, Qwint whirls around, in an uncontrolled swing with his sword, completely missing Orc #7 (Rolled 8, +1 Str mod., but decided getting hit rather hard with two swords negated that, doesn't matter either way). He then brings his sword down and retreats a little, nursing his wounds and drawing his bow.
Sir Thomas Monday October 23rd, 2000 9:51:18 PM
Thomas sees nothing but the swing of the orc's mighty claw and then darkness. All of a sudden he's sitting at a table having afternoon tea with Alemi and Domi. The two gods are playing a game of chess while they enjoy their afternoon conversation. Thomas asks them what happened since there was no posting on friday, but then monday night there had been two posts. The gods simply don't have an answer to this question at the present time, but the trio goes on about their game cheerfully since the weather is so nice on this cool cloudy afternoon.
Ilsidur d2=1 d20=18 2d8(3+2)+1=6 Monday October 23rd, 2000 10:51:53 PM
As the big bear orc starts to go invisible, Ilsidur gets one last swing at him with the silver battle axe. [OOC: hit AC -1 for 6 pts of damage.] He shouts in Orcish, "You stupid bear orc, now you run like a scared kobold! You fight only with surprise, not face a real warrior face to face! Run with your tail between your legs, and the next time we see you, we'll cut your tail off! Or will you stay and fight like a real orc?!?"
Sly Foxx and Luke Tuesday October 24th, 2000 1:19:06 AM
Sly after throwing his spell, realizes that it is the wrong spell. Tell himself * Tangle, stupid, Tangle not web. now your going to pay with your life.* Sly before his being hit, releases (POO DOO) the last magic missels at the orcs #3 or #4. Then he is hit with the arrows (Sly now has only 5 hit points of life left.) He goes uncoscious.
Lok Mufflefoot d20=4 d20=17 d4+1=3 Tuesday October 24th, 2000 7:30:39 AM
Seeing that he is completely useless in a real fight Lok almost gives up at that moment. There is no way this weak halfling could match up to something of the likes of the bear orc. As Sly goes down, the halfling decides that there is no use watching the rest die. Throwing his daggers at the two orcs who have littered Sly with arrows, Lok hopes that he can save Sly's life. The first dagger bounces off a tree and goes scittering off somewhere. His second dagger however, finds it's mark. As the short blade finds flesh, the halfling almost laughs at the comparisson of himself to the bear/orc.
Uteva d20=13 d20+4=24 Tuesday October 24th, 2000 9:19:28 AM
Silent now, the freckled young woman tries desperately to parry Orc #6's last blow. She can't get her sword around in time (13, miss), but with a determined surge (2 hero points), she manages to knock his weapon aside (24, -2 off-hand, +1 weapon, hit AC -4). Knowing that the group is in trouble, Teva fights on with grim determination.
Sir Thomas Tuesday October 24th, 2000 7:59:15 PM
"Nice move to capture his roque. I think Domi has this one Father, but you played him well in my opinion." Thomas continues to dream in his unconscious state about the gaming of gods.
Alyndar Tuesday October 24th, 2000 8:55:43 PM
moves to sir thomas in a defensive pose, when he gets there he fiddles with sir thomas's stuff and retrieves the healing potion. Aly pops the top and forces it down sir thomas's throat. Then prepares to cast color spray at his next available opportunity.
Sly tries to Die (DM Jerry) d4=1 d4=4 2d4(3+2)+2=7 d20=5 d20=13 d20=3 d8=6 d20=17 d8=8 d2=2 d20=17 d8=1 Tuesday October 24th, 2000 10:20:11 PM
Orc #1 takes a mortal blow from Trace to the head and collapses to the ground, dead. Sly does 1 hpd to #3 and 4 to #4 with her Magic missile. #3 hold his ground. Lok's dagger drops Orc #4 as he was about to run. Alyndar's administering of the healing potion to Sir Thomas gives him 7hps. His eyes open suddenly.
Orc #3 (made intelligence check by alot rolling a 5) realizes that Sly is faking it and runs forward hopping up on the wagon, sword drawn. He motions for Sly to get up and face him. He steps right on the carefully packed flours and pans that Alyndar has organized to fit into the cart.
Orcs 5 and 6 attack Uteva who truly needs some help. (rolled 13 and 3) One hits her for 6hpd.
Orc #7 attacks Quint rolling a 17 and does 8hpd. He hops back and forth from foot to foot cheering himself on.
Orc #8 finds himself looking at a retreating Alyndar, who goes to his comrade's help. He gets an even/odd for a breaking attack. (even.) So he turns on Quint and attacks Quint rolling a 17 hitting him for 1hpd.
Orc #9, the teenager, stands near the brutal combat and shakes.
Trace and Radiant d20+2=8 d20+2=5 d20+2=5 d20=12 d8+3=5 Tuesday October 24th, 2000 10:39:17 PM
Trace sees that Sly is in trouble and calls for Radiant to attack orc #3. Again Radiant merely fly in and around with out a hit. I guess hopeing to irriate the orc too death. Meanwhile Trace runs to Uteva's side and hammers down on orc #5 causeing green blood to spew from it's chest. Gaining in confidence Trace screams in orc "you orcs are all but dead without your leader"
Lok Mufflefoot d20=18 d20=6 d4+1=2 Tuesday October 24th, 2000 11:05:55 PM
Whipping one dagger at the orc who stands above Sly(18 hit 2 damage), the halfling hopes to neutralize the orc so that he can help where he is else there is need. It thunks pleasantly into the chest of that orc. Turning around quickly, the halfling whips his other dagger in a strange motion that sends it into the ground before the fire, instead of into the backs of Uteva's opponents. With an apologetic glance to Uteva he hopes he will have an opportunity to help her momentarily.
Sly Foxx and Luke d20=9 d20=11 Tuesday October 24th, 2000 11:10:12 PM
Luke will do as he was told,he attack as soon as the orc #3 hops on the wagon, giving time for Sly to take up his sword, and swing.(I think Sly and Luke MISSED?)
Sly Foxx and Luke d4=2 Wednesday October 25th, 2000 9:31:54 AM
Damage to orc #3 from mm
Uteva d20=15 d8=3 d20=16 d4+1=2 Wednesday October 25th, 2000 9:57:26 AM
The slim brunette grits her teeth against the pain and focusses her attack on #6. Her short sword glances off his shoulder (15, -3, hit AC 7), but she buries one of her favourite daggers in his thigh (16, -2+1, hit AC 4, 2hpd). "I don't know what you said, Trace," she mutters, "but I'm glad you're here."
Ilsidur d20=2 Wednesday October 25th, 2000 7:11:06 PM
Ilsidur steps in front of orc #8, to cover Alyndar's back. He shouts at the orc in orcish, "Why don't you try me on for size, instead of peoples' backs, you kobold!" He swings at the orcs legs, but the orc easily manages to step out of the way of the awkward swing. [OOC: miss with a roll of 2, unless the orcs have AC 15]. "I better get used to the balance of this new axe in a hurry," he mumbles to himself.
Sir Thomas d20=15 d8=3 Wednesday October 25th, 2000 8:19:33 PM
Thomas' eyes flutter open but the darkness doesn't recede as quickly as would be pertinent in this situation. It doesn't matter since he is utterly confused about what is going on. The last thing he remembers is hitting the ground and trying to stand up but getting pummeled by something. The light cast by the moon, stars, and fire finally creep into his mind. He surveys the scene and realizes that there is no time to decide what is what. He sees is friends in trouble while he sits on the ground. He searches frantically for his sword and finds it a few feet to his right. He crawls over to grab it and finds that his left arm is useless and in an undescribable amount of pain. The pain makes his vision waver, but he grits his teeth against it, grabs his sword and stands up. He staggers wearily as his mind is still cluttered from the beating he took. He hurries over to where the orc stands on the wagon over Sly. "HEY!" he shouts as he swings his sword at the legs of the creature with his good hand. (rolled 15 for attack with thaco of 15 doing 3 +3 for STR points damage) The swing causes him to over balance his body twisting such that his arm flares with pain. He is forced to drop to one knee from a momentary blackout, but at least he got in a good shot to the orc's leg (hopefully). While on his knee he keeps his head up to try to get a look at what is going on around him.
Qwint Edsa d20=20 d20=12 d6+1=5 Wednesday October 25th, 2000 9:37:14 PM
Yelling in agony, Qwint bleeds a lot. Then he gets mad and fires an arrow which appears to go right through the Orc and out the other side (Rolled a 20 [crithit]+1=21, so max damage which is 6+1=7, then hit again and got a 5, total of 12 damage) Qwint jumps up and down a bit, then runs and hides behind a boulder.
"Platcha!" (DM Jerry) Wednesday October 25th, 2000 9:56:12 PM
Trace hammers #5. Lok hits #3. Both remain standing.[Sly read my post from yesterday. I rolled your damage for you since you forgot.] Uteva hits #6 and it falls dead with a gurgle of blood coming out of it's neck. Sir Thomas looking either like the walking dead or like the weaving drunk manages to swipe effectively at #3 cutting him in half. The top half lands right at Sly's feet. Quint's critical hit allows the max damage and the extra when his second roll hits (see Online Combat Rules)dropping #7 as the arrowhole goes right through his brain.
#8 turns and runs from battle. Isildur has an even/odd chance to attack him as he breaks.. #5 does the same running from Trace and Uteva. Both have an even/odd chance to attack him as he breaks. The teenager, #9, screams, "Platcha!!" as #7 goes down. He screams again and runs screaming into the trees towards the west.
Sly Foxx and Luke Wednesday October 25th, 2000 10:31:52 PM
Sly gets up of his back and jumps out of the wagon. Sly runs after the teen ager( or a very young orc), Sly yells at Luke "Come on,Luke let's get him." Sly is hurt but will try to tackle the teenager #9 orc (as long as his strenth hold out.)
Trace and Radiant d20=19 d20=2 Wednesday October 25th, 2000 10:36:17 PM
As orc #5 runs for it Trace takes a swing and misses badly in his attempt. "Yes run you fool, thats what you get when you attack an elf in his underware while sleeping." After that Trace puts on his armor and redies himself for the day ahead. He then raises the fire so that they may have hot water to help heal and to cook with for breakfeast. "I am sorry I am not much of a healer but I will help anyone the best I can." Trace walks over to Uteva and slides his arm around her and helps her over to the fire to sit and rest. "Is there something I can do for you?"
Ilsidur Wednesday October 25th, 2000 10:46:04 PM
Ilsidur ignores orc #8 running away with his tail between his legs. Instead, he shouts to Sly to hold up, and casts entangle in the bush around the teenage orc. "We need to capture this one so taht we can find out what is going on!"
Alyndar Thursday October 26th, 2000 12:51:10 AM
Aly tends to the wounded. He pulls out his herbology book, thumbs through to the healing herbs section and starts whipping up some healing tea for everyone. And, while he's at it, he starts preparing breakfast. Fresh rolls with raspberry jam and the special tea.
Wobbly Uteva d2=2 Thursday October 26th, 2000 10:34:34 AM
Uteva nods in satisfaction as the orc falls at her feet. Too sore to take advantage of #5's open back, she leans on the young ranger and let's him lead her wherever he chooses. "My thanks, Trace, for your help on both counts." She smiles wanly. "My only desire at the moment is for sleep, but I may have some of that tea first. Alyndar, have you any honey left to sweeten it?"
Teva digs into her pack for old shirts to use as bandages, and hands one to Trace. "Is everyone injured?" She helps as the companions clean and bind each other's wounds, leaving the challenge of Sir Thomas to the healers.
Lok Mufflefoot d20=11 d100=62 d20=3 Thursday October 26th, 2000 5:52:08 PM
Still whipping daggers about Lok says "Let's get us an informant." Lok whips two fresh daggers from his belt and attempts to slam a dagger into the teenager's thigh. His first throw (11, hits ac 5, teenager also has back turned, but is aimed shot so dunno exactly how to work that equation, btw 62 i accidentally hit 1d100 instead of second d20 die so ignore it) and second throw (to hit 3, not a hit)travel parralel for a moment towards the teenager. The second throw however of a sudden drops from the air nicking off of a tree branch. The first dagger travels onward towards the teenager's thigh...
Sir Thomas Thursday October 26th, 2000 8:07:19 PM
Thomas looks around and sees that the rest of their foes are fleeing and so drops from his knee to his butt, whincing with pain as he goes. His left arm hangs limply at his side. "Thank you Domi. I did not fair well this time, but maybe you will be proud with my best effort." Drained of energy, Thomas Stands and staggers over to where the rest of the group are congregating. "May I help someone with Alemi's grace? I'm glad you told me to hold on to that power Ilsidur. I think now would be the time to use it." Thomas drops his sword since it doesn't appear that it will be useful any more this morning. Thomas takes a seat and waits for Alyndar to come look at his arm and back. He wipes a bit of blood from his forehead as it trickles down from the spot where he got the large orc with the headbutt. "Is that mine or his?" Thomas is no longer talking to any particular member of the group. "We're all ok, right? I mean, beaten and abused, but not out." Thomas continues to mutter and talk inconsistently for quite a time longer.
Qwint Edsa d20=2 Thursday October 26th, 2000 9:14:33 PM
As Orc #5 starts to flee, he says in barely a whisper "No you don't" and looses some arrows. Unfortunately, though, they don't find their mark and the Orcs run off into the woods. Packing up his arrows and slinging his bow over his shoulder he limps back to the rest of the group, badly hurt, but not dead. "Is anyone seriously hurt?"
The Morning After (DM Jerry) d20=6 d20=4 d20=10 d20=4 d20=6 d4+1=3 d6=1 d6=1 d20=1 Friday October 27th, 2000 12:19:54 AM
#9 was a good 120' from Sly when he took off after the crybaby orc. However, she maintains that distance and sees a glimpse of him in the trees as he runs.(perception check of 6 made) Sly also realizes as he runs after the hapless orc that Bear may be out here somewhere and Sly is now moving away from the camp heading west--southwest.(Intel. check of 4)
Isildur casts Entangle on the teenage Orc and sure enough, gets him! Orc #9 the teenage-- snivelling--crying--wonder of bravery....breaks out in fresh tears and wailing.
Lok's "called shot" hits the orc in the thigh. (-4 to hit penalty, cancelled by a +4 to hit held opponents.) He does 3hpd to the orc who screams, but is unable to move a hand to the wound to pull out the dagger.
In the meantime, two arrows fly through the air whistling from some unknown location to the north, and aiming for the tied up young orc. Both hit. (loss of dex to AC and plus 4 to hit an unmoving target makes the unlucky teen an easy hit.) Both do only 1hpd, but that is all that is necessary as the young orc's eyes roll up in his head and he is dead.
Sly (perception check of 1) hears a voice that is definitely Bear's somewhere near him and to the north of him say: "Yess....." in what seems to be somewhat better common than he was using before.
Alyndar's herbal blend tea tastes extremely bitter (Alyndar, make a herbology check [Int. at -2] for your concoction of the tea please. If you succeed, everyone gets 1d2 hps of healing.)
The morning dawns glorious revealing the blood stained campsite. The brightness and colors of the morning sun seem to make the dreamlike combat of the night before very real and surreal.
Ilsidur Friday October 27th, 2000 12:46:51 AM
Ilsidur says to Sir Thomas, "Hold up on using your healing ability for a few minutes. [OOC: I am waiting for a ruling from Jerry to finish the post.]
Wobbly Uteva d20=17 Friday October 27th, 2000 10:58:52 AM
At Qwint's question, the young woman looks up from tearing her rag into strips. Her freckles stand out in sharp contrast on pallid skin, but her mouth quirks in a grin. "You mean, besides yourself?" She waves him over and begins cleaning his cuts. "There's Sir Thomas, Sly the pincushion, and me. Maybe we should roll bones to see who gets a spot in the cart."
Teva surveys the scene (17 miss perception). "Are all these vermin dead?" she asks. "Lok, since you're armored, will you make sure of them?"
"Sir Thomas, I meant to ask before. What are these Domi and Alemi of yours?"
Sly Foxx and Luke Friday October 27th, 2000 1:00:53 PM
Sly wakes in the morning, this time puts his chain male and clothes on, and limps to the fire and breackfast. He laught at Uteva remark and says,"Excuse me, Uteva,For just a moment. After the battle last night, I ran after the young one, because HE (teenage Orc)was told to cut my throat, back before the we got on the road. I don't know what he was doing in this battle, but he was killed by his own party. I'm afraid we have made some enermies, last night. I think we are going to see that big one again. So why don't we make for the nearest town and get healed. AND most of all get better armor." Sly get's up and limps over to Alyndar, with his head bent,"May I have some of that Tea of yours, Please?" Then mumbles"next time try to use the right spell."
Qwint Edsa Friday October 27th, 2000 3:20:53 PM
Thanking Uteva, Qwint limps over to the campfire and warms up. Then he turns to the rest of th group and says "I say that we put up double-watches just in case they try to come back, what do you say?"
Lok Mufflefoot d100=30 d100=40 Friday October 27th, 2000 3:57:47 PM
Lok curses fuol words unfitting a happy halfling when the orc teenager goes down. Grabbing his daggers from about the camp he says to the rest "Recover and stay ready and alert. Ima gonna go find out what our orc "friends" are doing killing my informant like that!" With as much speed as the perfectly healthy, yet cursing uncharacteristically halfling can muster he then starts moving silently (30 pass ms) through the trees and staying (40 pass hs) in the shadows to go track down either bear, the archers, or generally somebody he can vent his frustration on. With daggers pulled the halfling calms his anger over the attack upon his friends and sets about the buisness of tracking one of the orcs down.
Alyndar d20-2=-1 Friday October 27th, 2000 5:35:57 PM
<Jerry, rolled negative 1 for herbology roll> Aly sets about doing chores like applying bandages, making sure everyone drinks their tea, and eats before cleaning up the dishes and putting things up to be ready to move out.
Sir Thomas Friday October 27th, 2000 9:06:41 PM
(OOC: Wasn't that a potion of FULL healing?) Sir Thomas is still not seeing things clearly when the sun comes up. He is sitting proped up against small rock. HIs shoulders are slouched and his head hangs down as his chin rests upon his chest. "I can't say how much I appreciate all of your help this morning. I am not sure what happened, but I know I was out and then I was back. I'm sure it was you guys. Thanks for being there for me." He rolls his eyes up to look at Uteva, "Alemi and Domi are the lords of my fate. Alemi brings justice to the Wold and Domi brings glory and honor to those with good hearts and strong wills. They are my protectors. They are my gods." Thomas simply goes through the motions of eating and packing up his gear and cleaning up the area. He puts on his armor with some difficulty because of the pain of his left arm. "I will walk, you ride Uteva. Someone just point me in the right direction." Thomas walks with a slight lean to the left to protect his injured arm. He leaves his backpack and shield in the cart if there is room so that he is carrying nothing while he walks.
Camping with Cultists
Wounds Hurt (DM Jerry) d100=88 Saturday October 28th, 2000 9:37:16 AM
Lok (rolled 88%) finds no trace of the orcs. Alyndar does a fantastic job (-1) and manages to give everyone 3hps rather than just 2. Sir Thomas begins walking down the road a bit in somewhat of a stupor waiting on everyone else to break camp. Everyone feels the very real pain and soreness that is the aftermath of a tough battle. Funny, how it always seems so glorious at the time... and afterwards all you feel is pain.
Lok Mufflefoot d100=16 d100=74 Saturday October 28th, 2000 12:52:38 PM
The halfling seems as though he is a complete failure. Having failed to protect his friends adequately, and even having heard the sound, it was not enough to save them almost all death. Searching the corpses carefully the halfling looks for weapons, rings, coins, and anything else that might be useful. After finding and gathering the valuables he says in a voice filled with shame "I will scout the front for us along the road as we go...if anybody deserves to fight and die alone it would be me" With that Lok moves out of sight of the others to the front of the group at least 70 feet ahead of the rest. With head hung low and large ears drooping, the halfling prepares to scout to the best of his abilities walking quite silently (ms pass) yet not quite staying fully in the shadows (74 on the side of the road).
Sly Foxx and Luke Saturday October 28th, 2000 3:25:19 PM
Sly breaks camp and makes sure that the fire is out. Going over to Alyndar, asks him for a cookie or two, and promises not to bother him ti'll lunch. Then making his way to Sir Thomas and asking " Sir Thomas can I walk beside you on our way too town? I don't feel as though I'm a good fighter. I swing too soon, miss judge my enemy and get my spells all mixed up. Did you see Luke?" On the other side of Sly was Trace, and said to him," I'm a sorry mess, Almost got you people killed. You just watch that big Orc will be back!! ". With this said Sly goes silent and depress.
Alyndar Saturday October 28th, 2000 5:21:38 PM
Climbs up on his cart after everything is packs, stands in his seat and listens to the people whine and bitch about what crappy jobs they did and shouts: "STOP, and LISTEN TO ME."
When he has everyone's attention he motions everyone to him. When everyone arrives he says: "Quit with this crying and whining, everyone fought with the best of their abilities and even though bad things happened WE and I say WE fought as a group. Not a single person died, yes, someone came close but because of the WE he lived. Lok, you are truly a good scout as I am a good cook, but i do burn meals from time to time. Sly misses a swing from time to time. Uteva misses her attacks from time to time. So, quit your self bashing over this incident. EVERYONE, learn from the mistakes you feel you made, correct them and continue. Today something very important happened to us, we learned we could trust each other in combat as much as we can out of combat. That there are people here willing to sacrifice themselves for the rest. <hands Sly some cookies> and says: you are only a bother when you aren't feeding your face. Seeing you eating my food makes me know I am doing my job correctly. Now, if one more person bashes themselves or complains about how crappy they are in combat, 2 things are gonna happen, 1 <lifts up the "special ladle"> you get to feel my wrath on your hiney. Don't think you are too big to get a spanking. 2 you will do dishes for a month, and I will make sure I burn things extra good. With that, Aly sits down in the seat and bids everyone to get going and to do it quickly and with life. Aly sees everyone start to walk off and shouts: "And keep your heads up and be proud for we are the Wardens of the Wold. Upon our shoulders lie the health and wellbeing of the people of this land."
Qwint Edsa Saturday October 28th, 2000 10:45:20 PM
Qwint take the herbs graciously offered to him by Aly then listens to his lecture. After that, he goes back to his resting place and finds his cat, miracuosly unaharmed from the battle. She meows and rubs up against him. Smiling he then addresses the group "Let's get a move on, we need to reach the city as soon as possible and warn them of the Orcs."
Ilsidur d8=1 d8=8 Sunday October 29th, 2000 12:22:25 PM
[OOC: Jerry, I will take the same spells again today.] Ilsidur hurries to catch up with Lok. "Hold up, Lok. You can't blame yourself for what happened last night. Everyone fought well and hard. Next time, use your infravision to see what is going on, don't travel so far from the party, and make sure everyone is awake. However, if you hadn't noticed the noise, we would likely be in much worse shape then we are. I can surely speak for everyone when I say we are glad to have you along with us. Now, lift your spirits and go find another ambush!" Ilsidur moves back into the party and walks beside Sir Thomas. "Last night, when I suggested that you don't use your healing, I thought we might have been able to use it to bring the young orc back so that we could question him [OOC: However, Jerry says monsters and NPC's die at zero, only PC's can go to -5 HP and still be brought back.] It's too bad that didn't work. I am really proud and a little envious of the way you stood up to that big bear of an orc. When we next meet him, and we will, I know you will have a score to settle with him. I would be proud to watch your back in that battle." Then he claps Sir Thomas on the shoulder and moves back to the front of the party, crossbow at the ready. [OOC: The 'clap' was to give a cure light wounds to Sir Thomas. The first d8 roll was a 1, and I remember reading somewhere in Jerry's rules that you re-roll 1's for CLW. The next roll was an 8. Jerry, could you let us know whether Sir Thomas gets 1 or 8 HP back?]
Uteva Sunday October 29th, 2000 2:38:57 PM
"So, Sly, those were the same thugs that jumped you before?" Teva shivers and looks impressed. "Then we're doubly lucky that you survived. The great hairy beast that crushed Sir Thomas is most fearsome. And obviously, they are among those who know about the Elven Roads." She frowns thoughtfully, and acknowledges Alyndar's lecture with an absent nod.
Deciding to take it easy for the day, the little bard graciously accepts Sir Thomas' offer and clibs into the cart. Seldom one to sit idle, she unwraps her harp and entertains her companions as they travel. "Trace, Sir Thomas, would you like to teach me some of your northern songs? I'd like to help ease your longing for home."
Sir Thomas Sunday October 29th, 2000 9:19:13 PM
Just as disgusted at the morale of the group as Alyndar appears to be wanted to make the same points, but since the older, wiser elf spoke first there is no reason to beat the dead horse. "You are correct Alyndar and you make many good points. Let us get on our way." He looks at Lok, "Lok, none of us should fight alone. If you get ANY indication of trouble whether it turns out to be so or not, you get back to us or call for us to get to you. I am not kidding even the slightest amount. Do you understand me?!?"
Thomas begins walking down the road. "I am sorry Uteva, but I have no musical talents. I only know when to enjoy the talents of other people. But thank you for your thoughtfulness." Thomas nods to Sly to tell him that he is more than welcome to walk next to him. "Sly, we will all make mistakes from time to time. We are all imperfect, but the best way to make our failures bearable is to make them into successes. Study what you think you did poorly and why you think it was a poor choice. Then make yourself determined not to make that poor choice again. However, if you feel that your inadequacies came from inability, then more practice is your best route for improvement. Also, be patient, you are progressing nicely in your skill level. I have always been and will always be proud to fight next to you and the rest of this group no matter what the outcome."
When Ilsidur makes his comments to Thomas the young paladin replies, "Friend, you are always thinking. It seems to me to have been a wonderful idea. We could surprise THEM had that worked. Regardless, we will get the better of this group of monsters. I believe it to be the will of Alemi. The fact that this will be a difficult fight ensures it to be a more glorious fight, just as Domi would like." Thomas is very optimistic, but his voice carries with it the fatigue that he feels from the beating he took. "Thank you all again for saving me. I can only hope to never have the opportunity to repay you, but if the opportunity arises, rest asured that I will do everything in my power to return the favor." When Ilsidur slaps him on the shoulder, the impact causes his shoulder to enflame with pain, but then he gets a sense of relaxing, tingling pain relief. Thomas recognizes the familiar touch of magic that he also possesses "Thank you friend. I will save my own healing touch for tonight unless we need it sooner." Thomas continues to walk and talk to his companions in his usual optomistic vocabulary, carried by his overly fatigued voice.
Trace and Radiant Sunday October 29th, 2000 11:00:28 PM
Trace cracks a smile at Aly's suggestion of punishment by the giant spoon. "Come on, we wernt bad, only taken advantage of and we still repelled the attackers. I say that is success." Trace trys to work out the stiffness where he was hit by the orc. The herbal tea has Trace allmost back to perfect. "Well let us get to the nearest town so that we can upgrade our equipment. When we see that Bear again we will see who he'd rather fight against me or Sir Thomas." Trace cracks another smile at his last comment while walking along with the group, he throws up a piece of dried meat for Radiant wich swoops down to catch it. Looking up to Radiant, "Maybe next time you will be able to latch on to some one."
Caravan Camp Overlook (DM Jerry) Monday October 30th, 2000 6:39:36 PM
Turns out that the potion that Sir Thomas took was a full healing one. Perhaps it was a weakly made one as he only feels completly healed with the morning sun. (Save your spell or use it on someone else.) The day is spent in travel. The road turns SE towards Threshold and the Darkened Lands beyond. You spend the night on the top of a hill that overlooks the valley below that leads to Threshhold. There, a similar camp to the one you camped at the night before is obvious. However, this night it is not unoccupied. Not one but two trading caravans are camping there this night. One is a train of some 16 odd wagons drawn by six legged horses. The other is more of a gypsy type train of huge coaches. Teams of black horses pull 3 multi-colored coaches hitched to each other. Both groups wave you over to a huge bonfire where some 60 people are gathered. Huge pots of beans, stew, coffee, roast pig, and cherry pies picked from the cherry trees nearby fill the air with wonderful scents. The leader of the coach train is the first to rush forward and welcome you. "Please, come! Camp with us and tell us of things north. Ohh.... look at this cart of yours! What a setup!" He looks at Alyndar recognizing the look of pride in his eyes at the gypsy's words. "You I have to talk with. I also am a cook.....well I try. And I'd love to show you some spices from the south I just obtained in Mud City!" He looks appraisingly at the party judging your strengths and weaknesses. His smile grows. "Come!"
Trace and Radiant Monday October 30th, 2000 8:38:49 PM
As they make there way into camp Trace only smiles and keeps quite waiting for the rest of the group to talk with the gypsy leader. Trace moves to the rear of the wagon so that he is able to keep an eye on three sides while they stop for the night. Trace pulls out a dagger and begins to widdel on a random piece of wood. Trace quietly talks to Uteva who is in the back of the wagon, "Where I am from gypsys are not to be trusted, most are nomad theives but I dont want to assume that these are theives also but I am not ready to assume they are not." Gives a little wink and continues to widdel.
Sir Thomas Monday October 30th, 2000 8:54:48 PM
Sir Thomas begins to feel much better as the morning progresses on and he finds that he gets some pain-free range of motion back in his left shoulder. "That's nice." he exclaims as he moves it around. "I think that I am ready for round two with 'the bear', but also I think it will be a better fight if we are both ready when the bell sounds." WHen they come upon the caravan, Sir Thomas accepts the welcome of the man. "Good evening sir, I am SIr THomas and we would be honored with your presence if you would allow us to stay with you tonight. We will only tell you of the happenings of the north that we are informed about because that is the best that we can honestly do. THese are my friends," Thoms points out each one as their name is called, "Our lovely songbird Uteva, Master Trace, Young Sly, Fatherly Alyndar, the Nimble and fearless Lok, Ilsidur the unburdened faithful of Marmathon Dur, and our quiet friend Quint." THomas extends his hand for a firm shake and slight bow of respect. He then lets the man lead them to the campfire where they will trade stories of occurances in the WOld.
Qwint Edsa Monday October 30th, 2000 9:19:49 PM
Qwint takes a quick look at the approaching man and immediately doesn't trust him. He doesn't let it show, but makes sure to keep his sword close to his hand. He doesn't say anything, and waits to see if the rest of the group is going to follow.
Ilsidur d8=6 d8=6 Monday October 30th, 2000 9:40:04 PM
As the party moves towards the fire, Ilsidur brushes up against both Sly and Uteva, giving them each a cure light wounds spell [OOC: Sly and Uteva each get 6 HP back]. He waits until Sir Thomas is finished the introductions, then moves up beside the big fighter. "Sir Tom," he whispers, "might a detect evil be in order?" Then he moves into the fire circle and squats down, examining the faces at the fire, and looking for obvious weapons.
Sly Foxx and Luke Monday October 30th, 2000 10:39:45 PM
After Alyndar speech, and Sly knew it was true, no one had died and they all fought as a unit, and that gray Elf is right. Then again he does have that SPOON. Sly goes up to Alyndar and picks up the two extra cookies and answers Uteva," The entrance to the road can only be found by Elves. Those Orcs were looking, But They never found it." Now feeling much better walks between Trace and Sir Thomas, then sly hears a bark, turns and sees Luke running to meet him,"Hi! Boy! I though you got lost." Sly shares the cookies with Luke. They walk SE towards Threshold and comes upon the camp, one of six legged horses and the other of gypsies. The smells coming from those pots are most appetizing, when he notices Trace drop back. When Sir Thomas accepts the Gypsy's welcome and introduces the party, Sly makes a slight bow when his name is called, suddenly Sly is not as hungry as he once though. Sly will follow the party and pay attention on how Luke act.
Alyndar Tuesday October 31st, 2000 1:20:20 AM
Aly's eyes do sparkle at the sudden compliment from the Gypsie leader. He takes the compliment with pride, shoulders straighter, chest a little more puffier and when the Leader says his speel about showing spices newly aquired, Aly is more than eager to trade items and recipes. Aly jumps down from the wagon, does a slight bow to the Leader and leads him around to the rear of the wagon, showing him and explaining to him what each item is and why he has it in that particular spot and how each item is used. He also grabs the book of Herbology and carries it with him wherever he goes. Aly will share the knowledge inside it with the Gypsie Leader if he so desires. Aly looks forward to a night of not having to cook and clean up and to talk about "stuff".
Sir Thomas Tuesday October 31st, 2000 9:57:52 AM
Sir Thomas would like to survey his friends to see who needs extra healing. He will lay on hands to whom ever needs it the most. (8hp to that person, compliments of Alemi)
Uteva Tuesday October 31st, 2000 2:43:58 PM
While listening to Trace, Teva digs out her cup and bowl, managing to casually arrange her pack to conceal the little treasure chest. She holds out a hand for the ranger to help out of the cart and walks with him a few steps to be out of the way (and earshot) of Alyndar and the gypsy leader.
Quietly, she says, "A good thought, Trace. If you'll keep watch over our belongings for a time, someone will relieve you. Qwint and Sly have been walking injured all day -- they may want to 'lie down' for a bit." She grins at him and winks. "Try not to let Alyndar give away all our secrets."
The slim brunette limps toward the fire, both her gait and the lines of pain at her brow smoothing out as Ilsidur passes her. Long familiar with trade caravans, she mingles with the drovers and traders. She warns them about the orc attack and inquires about their goods and the trip thus far.
When she sees that the warrior has finished eating, she suggests, "Qwint, you look tired. Why don't you take a rest in the cart? Ask Trace if he'll check your bandages."
Lok Mufflefoot Tuesday October 31st, 2000 5:50:33 PM
Lok gives everything but four of the daggers (which he hides in very odd places on his person that you would not even think of to look) and two gold to Sir Thomas. The potion he stares at inquisitavely as he watches it slowly rotate around. Guiltily he gives the potion reluctantly as well. "It's neat to look at" the halfling explains simply. Shamed by the words of Alyndar and Sir Thomas the halfling's spirits slowly raise. Upon coming to the camp, the halfling seems joyful at the site of gypsies. As an explanation the halfling says quickly "I grew up in the company of similar folk" as he runs off to the gypsy camp. As he comes there he begins juggling three daggers and does a half tumble in greeting. Bouncing about from person to person the halfling attempts to glean whatever information is possible. Having a great time he takes a short break to move Ilsidur's side for a moment. Breaking from his tumbling and panting the halfling gathers the dwarf and Sir Thomas alike. Quietly he says "You know, that bear is not from this area. I've lived around here from time to time, and that bear thing is something unheard of."
Shopping, Talking, Shopping, and Loving (DM Jerry) Tuesday October 31st, 2000 7:53:27 PM
Lok makes friends with two halfling entertainers travelling with the gypsy caravan named Pear and Reap... They offer to show Lok some new juggling tricks. [make a juggling check at -2 to be able to learn how to do 4 objects at a time.] Alyndar spends the evening with the Gypsy prince, Embarri. They exchange recipies and Alyndar gets a great recipe. A master trader with Hook City credentials approaches Trace and Sly asking them to join him for supper. He offers them a large tent to set up for their party.
About this time, a second group of travelers, a group of dwarves arrives at the camp. They look as if they know the reputations of the caravan and soon are beating drums and singing songs of conquest at the fire. They intruduce themselves to Uteva and ask her to join them. They are Boredoc, Papto, Rusk, Crado, and Pepdow. Boredoc is very interested in things north. He asks about the safety of the road, the rains, and whether everyone still avoids Heranmar or not.
Embarri invites the party as well as the gypsies to peruse their wares. The Gypsies readily accept. He turns to Sir Thomas. "Would you fine adventurers give us a chance to show you our wares this lovely evening?"
The Gypsy outriders seem to be arranging a group guard schedule for the night and includes everyone. He asks if 2 of the party will be willing to take a watch. They are setting up 2 hour watches with 8 sentries during each watch. He wants one for watch 2 and one for watch 3.
A beautiful young gypsy girl bats her long black lashes at Sly during the supper meal. She brings Sly some coffee and licorice after supper and smiles at him honestly backing away from him. As she backs, she trips over a limb and falls on her seat rather hard. Her face turns extremely red. All the younger males laugh hard at her saying, "Hey Regina! You falling for another adventurer, Regina!"
"HaHa! Regina! Loves 'em but canst keeps em'!"
"Falls all over them, she does."
Regina looks at them with embarassed anger on her dark but fail face. "Shut up Laerty!"
Then as if she couldn't take anymore, she covers her face and runs towards her wagon, weeping profusely.
Sir Thomas Tuesday October 31st, 2000 9:08:23 PM
Sir Thomas having to make a choice at some point in time decides to heal Sly with his lay on hands (8hp) since he has been injured the longest. "Sorry to hold out on you friend, but I was going along with the advice of Ilsidur, but his plan didn't pan out. I hope this makes you feel better though." Thomas takes in the sights of the evening and takes time to look at the goods offered by the merchants. When he is finished looking at their goods, interested in purchase or not he inquires this, "Have any of you heard of Alemi or Domi?" If the respond negatively he proceeds to tell them of the faith of his gods. If they respond positively he has a whole other line of questioning for them. Later in the evening when the issue of needing guards arises, Thomas offers to take both shifts for his group. "You guys rest, I am still feeling overly refreshed from that potion and its delayed effects. I am fine and I want you guys to rest." In a more private setting Thomas offers this to his friends. "I'm not sure whether I trust all of these folks or not, but it is definately safer for us to be in a large group like this. I will take both watches if you guys rotate a watch of our small group. I'll check in from time to time, but a more local watch of our belongings and sleeping fellows would certainly comfort me. You guys do what you think is best, but I'm on for both watches." WIth that, Thomas goes off to take his post.
Qwint Edsa Tuesday October 31st, 2000 9:28:04 PM
Smiling at Teva, he thanks her "Yes, I think that would be a nice idea, that Orc hit me rather hard before I planted an arrow in it's head." He then walks over to Trace and says "How are my bandages doing? Do they need replacing?" After that he goes over to Sir Thomas and says "I agree with you, there's just certain things I don't like about this place, I don't trust all the people here. If you want I'll take the first 'local' watch."
Trace and Radiant Tuesday October 31st, 2000 11:09:54 PM
Trace speaks with the master trader from Hook city, "Thank you kindly for your offer sir, if I have a chance I will join you latter. I have a bit of routine that I follow every night. I pray to my god Mittri and spend some one on one time with my friend here. (Trace raises his arm and Radiant swoops down quickly from the sky to perch on his arm.) After that if everyone is still out and about I will take you up on your most generous offer. After the trader leaves Trace talks to Quint, "Hey latter on after dinner will you releave me on our watch so that no one takes anything from our wagon." Trace begins to talk to Radiant and feed him while looking over the crowd and watching Uteva and her new friends. After widdeling a bit Trace gives Radiant an oilskin with water and ask him to drop it over to Sir Thomas, "Here Radiant take this to Sir Thomas and come back for a treat."
Sly Foxx and Luke Wednesday November 1st, 2000 2:55:39 AM
Sly follows Sir Thomas for a while and samples the groups food (and sharing it with Luke). Talks to the younger people of the group and exchange hunting and fishing stories, all the while notices the lovely young Gypsy girl. When after the supper meal and the girl bring him the coffee and licorice, and she backs and trips over the limb, thus falling on her romp. Sly sees that she's embarrassed and run away in tears toward a wagon. Sly will get up and excused himself. Sly will walk over to the girl behind the wagon and will console her, "Hello ... may I call you Regina, please don't cry... Don't mind those guys ... they are brats and love to tease girls ... err I would like to thank you for the Coffee and the sweet black stuff... Hmmm please don't cry..." at this point Sly will rub Regina's back and arms. But Sly feels very uneasy as if something is not right...
Alyndar Wednesday November 1st, 2000 8:38:40 AM
After many hours of talking and sharing ideas and recipes Aly hears the arrival of the dwarves. He shares his interest with Gypsie Leader and the Dwarves and when the merchant offers to show his wares Aly is the first in line to see what he has, asking if he has any spices and cooking utensils and supplies. Aly also offers the Gypsie Leader to buy some spices off of him as well and a few 3 days of provisions to help tide the group over til they reach the next town. Aly sees the happenings with Sly and the young gypsie girl and nods his approval when Sly goes to console the girl, thinking to himself <he's finally growing up>.
Ilsidur Wednesday November 1st, 2000 12:35:40 PM
Along with the rest of the group, Ilsidur approaches to examine the wares that the gypsy is selling, not really expecting to find anything that will interest him. He is a little surprised that the dwarves ask a human to join them over a fellow dwarf, but he realizes that others of his kind sometimes have some odd attitudes. When they gather back at Alyndar's wagon, he says, "I too was able to escape the combat with the orcs unharmed. I will take the last watch for our small group; that way I can say my morning prayers and ready myself for the day. I suggest we get on our way at dawn.
Uteva Wednesday November 1st, 2000 1:32:40 PM
Teva takes Trace some dinner. "Did you get things worked out with Qwint? Tell him I'll take the watch after his." She gladly joins the dwarves and asks them to show her some drumming techniques. To Boredoc, she replies, "We cut cross-country after coming down out of the mountains. We haven't been on the Trade Road long, so I can't be very helpful. We did run into trouble with some orcs a day's walk north of here." She frowns and rubs at the healing wound in her shoulder. "The cowardly vermin attacked in deep night, and routed once they realized we weren't easy pickings." "As for Heranmar," she grins, "I've had reason to avoid it, myself. I think some of my companions have been there in recent seasons." She points out Sir Thomas, Trace, and Sly for Boredoc. The young woman shares folk tales and songs with the group, including a recently learned Centaur tune. She waits for an opportune time when representatives from all three groups are within earshot to tell the story of the hobgoblin raid on her caravan. She puts lots of descriptive details and dramatic tension into the story, and is intentionally vague about how long ago it took place. Then she asks her listners if they have heard of trouble with hobgoblins recently. Afterward, she peruses the displayed wares.
Lok Mufflefoot d20=1 Wednesday November 1st, 2000 2:02:40 PM
A few moments after being shown the trick (pass check with a 1) Lok begins juggling four as though he has been doing it all his life. Happily giggling with Pear and Reap, the halfling takes only a quick break from his new friends to say to the group "I'll take the watch, rest of you are bruised up worse than a halfling being shot out of a catapault." Happily returning to his newfound friends, the halfling spends the rest of the night with his kind having not seen any for quite some time.
Trading and Shopping and Honor and Curses (DM Jerry) Wednesday November 1st, 2000 2:32:40 PM
Embarri says to Sir Thomas, "Of course I've heard of Alemi and Domi! What Wold have you been living in my new friend? I carry holy symbols for all the major Gods of Wold and many of the powers as well. I have a small santuary to Alemi in my wagon. Would you like to see it? The Master Trader introduces himself as Favor and nods. "I can see the mistrust in your eyes. You have nothing to fear here. My honor is at stake. Join me for coffee later if you can." Alyndar finds out that cooking utensils and foodstuffs are not all the caravan is carrying. They do have quite the assortment of that sort of stuff if Alyndar is interested. However, they also have armor of most types and common weapons as well. Even some magical offerings. Several swords, daggers, and morning stars. Isildur is shown a wagon where rugs and various containers like chests and urns are kept. Within a desk, they show him an assortment of minor magical rings etc. He is told that they also have an assortment of scrolls as well if the party's mages are interested in them. Uteva joins the dwarves and they accompany her on some songs and teach her some of theirs. [make an appropriate check to learn the songs at +2] They also teach her some drum communications that are used in the Plains to the south. [musical check at -1 to remember the nuances of this form of communication for the future.] As Uteva takes the tour of the wagons and coaches of both caravans, she comes across a magical harp in the Gypsy's 4th coach. It self strums a unresolved G# dimished chord for effect as Uteva stares at it. The halflings show Lok a magical silver ball that when the word Terrific is spoken shoots out and strikes the nearest person to the juggler automatically hitting the victim. The victim then takes 1d4+1hpd and must save or be stunned for one round. They, of course, are willing to sell it to Lok along with a set of 4 other "normal" silver balls that complete the set. Embarri approaches Quint and invites him to look at the wares of the wagons as well. After looking him over he says, "I have a very nice sword that is normal in every way....until it is drawn in the presence of an Orc. Then...it becomes quite ferocious. Want to see it?" Regina stops sobbing immediatly when Sly approaches her not wanting to be seen like that. She turns her wet black eyes searching his. "You should leave me. I was foolish. I am cursed. I can't...." Then she hides her face in her hands and hair. "I'm sorry. I...You......can't happen." She turns and runs inside her cabin. Sly hears a motherly voice say, "What's wrong Regina? Have those boys been making fun of you again?" Then the door closes on the wagon and Sly hears no more.
Sly Foxx and Luke Wednesday November 1st, 2000 3:02:40 PM
Sly watches as Regina makes her excuses and then run inside her cabin. Sly just stands there gazing at the closed door, thinks to himself *Boy! Those moist Black Eyes are going to be very hard to forget...* After a while Sly goes back to the other young males and ask each other if they will take turns being on guard tonight, most of them were bragging and all said their goodnights. Next Sly will go to see what Alyndar is trading and ask him if there is anything good for himself (Sly). Then will go to do the same with others in the party. After his (Sly) round, will go back to their wagon where Trace is standing and tells him,"I'll take my turn at any time tonight, I don't think I'll be sleeping much.'
Qwint Edsa Wednesday November 1st, 2000 3:32:40 PM
Qwint smiles at Embarri and says "Well, I do like my own sword, but what exactly does this new sword do? Perhaps we could organise a trade deal...also...do you have any cat food?"
Sir Thomas Wednesday November 1st, 2000 4:02:40 PM
Thomas perks up as if he were in the presence of his two gods themselves. "REALLY!!??!! I would love to see it! Do you accept donations in their name? What is your name sir? I don't have much, but I would like to tithe. I also left my holy symbol back with a group of friends. I hope it will influence them. Give me a second and I will be right back. I would like to purchase holy symbols of each and I would like to tithe and also pray." As giddy as a school child, Thomas runs to get the money he wants to tithe ad some extra to buy the symbols. Upon returning he explains his situation. "I am from far to the north and when I arrived here in the south I was told that they were northern gods and that I shouldn't waste my time looking for them here. I'm so glad that they never forget their faithful." Thomas gives the man the specified amount of money, prays, and tithes. As he is leaving he bids his new frined farewell. "I am glad that I asked you. Now that there are two of us spreading the word, it will spread twice as fast. I am truely honored with your presence. Farewell friend."
Alyndar Wednesday November 1st, 2000 4:32:40 PM
Upon hearing about "other" things I might be interested in, Aly raises an eyebrow and asks: What, praytell, might you have that the likes of me might be interested in? He brokers a deal for foodstuffs and resupplies with the merchants before asking this question. Would 65gold be enough for all the supplies and equipment replacements?
Trace and Radiant Wednesday November 1st, 2000 5:02:40 PM
Trace calls for Qwint to come take a turn watching the wagon, "Hey Qwint watch the wagon, I want to do some shopping before everyone goes to sleep." When releaved Trace makes his way over to where they are selling armor and swords. "Sir, I am looking for some splint mail and a plate mail shield. I would also be interested in advanced swords if you have any." While the trader starts looking for what Trace has asked he makes his way over to the master trader Favor for his coffee. "Hello sir, I thank yee for the invite this evening." Trace sits while strokeing Radiants feathers.
Embarri (DM Jerry) Sunday November 5th, 2000 9:10:40 AM
Embarri leaves the wagon with Sir Thomas in tow. These "women" if you can call them that, are followers of the dark power "The One." They are said to be responsible for the disappearance of several men and female children in and around Threshold. The men they are said to have loved and killed. The young girls are said to have joined their ranks in another place." He looks at Sir Thomas and then at the masked women. "But you are right, Sir Thomas. There is no proof and we should take them in for the night." He approaches the area of conflict and says, "Fellow travellers, you are welcome! You may camp over there (he points) within the protection of my camp."
Dieb (DM Jerry) Sunday November 5th, 2000 9:15:40 AM
"I am Dieb, servant of The One. I regret that you feel this way about us. We wish only for a place to spend the night, not to cause any trouble. I do know know what makes you hate us so, but I do know that most people hate what they do not understand." After being accepted in the camp, Dieb says, "Thank you most gracious host? As thanks, my fellow servants volunteer to cleanup after the evening's festivities. We have not travelled very far this day and they need to work off some extra energy before they bed. Again, our thanks." Her eyes then flash once at Alyndar and the dwarves seeming to say, 'don't mess with us' and they pass by into the camp.
Trace and Radiant Sunday November 5th, 2000 10:46:40 AM
Seeing the situation calm down Trace returns his sword and makes his way back to the tent with the master trader Favor to continue his coffee for the night. Continueing conversation, "Well how has your luck been with this roaming hoard of orc led by the giant bear orc been? We have allready had two run-in's with them and luckly we havnt lost anyone yet. Have they been around long and do you know where they come from? Sorry for the questions but since the last attack we kinda want to meet with them again." Trace continues sipping his coffee talking and nodding with Favor while petting Radiant. Occasionaly looking to the wagon and over to Uteva and smileing.
Ilsidur Wayfinder Monday November 6th, 2000 10:18:40 AM
Ilsidur is relieved that the mask woman can now campwith us,and no trouble encured. "Now tonight I can say my prays in peace." Ilsidur will returned to the wagon and prepare for the night.
Sly Foxx and Luke Monday November 6th, 2000 10:31:40 AM
Sly seeing that the Mask Females will have a place to camp, for the night at least. Turn to look at Alyndar and wonders what set that gray Elf off, has to be something real big to him. "Hmmm--I think that I'll keep a close eye on him and maybe get a cookie or two." Sly will follow the cook every where he goes and sleep near him this nite.
Uteva Monday November 6th, 2000 1:59:40 PM
Teva stands firm through Alyndar's announcement, and nods agreement with Embarri's welcome. Relieved, she turns to retrieve her bedroll just in time to catch Trace's smile. She retuns it with a wink and a wave goodnight. "Gentlemen," she says quietly to those party members gathered near the cart, "the mood of the camp suggests that we be extra-vigilant on watch tonight. Some few may take it upon themselves to remove a perceived threat to our collective safety." She glances quickly toward the dwarves, then looks pointedly at Alyndar. "I hope I am wrong." "Still, we will want to be alert tonight. We should get some sleep. Is the watch schedule worked out? I will follow Qwint -- whom shall I wake for the next turn?" The young woman says a quiet good night and beds down alongside the cart.
Lok Mufflefoot Monday November 6th, 2000 2:29:40 PM
Happy that things seem to have turned around, the halfling without heed to the quiet division between the groups hops over to the women and begins to question one about what was under the mask. Looking at her from all angles, he seems interested beyond belief. Curious as ever he looks for shiny objects that might "fall" out of her pockets that she might not want.
Qwint Edsa Monday November 6th, 2000 2:59:40 PM
Qwint makes his way over to the group, after conversing with Embarri. He seems happy with what is for offer, but the prices are rather expensive, and he isn't quite sure what his share of the money is, so he goes to Sir Thomas, who he knows wouldn't lie to him, and whispers "How much gold does each person in the group get from our encounter?"
Favor (DM Jerry) Monday November 6th, 2000 3:29:40 PM
Favor looks strangely at Trace and says, "What bear? I know of no bear that leads orcs into battle?" He smiles. "One might think you'd had too much wine this evening. But I know better. So share this story with me." He invites Trace to sit on a log with him, while the camp prepares for bed. Soon, the camp is quiet and all preparations are ready for the night.
Alyndar Monday November 6th, 2000 3:59:40 PM
The anger on Aly's face toward these women are prevalent to the others. It appears to the others that Aly is doing everything in his power to restrain himself from lashing out at these women. As the women walk past, his glare is that of death upon them. His eyes then turns towards Sly and Uteva and for a moment they see contempt from him, then it changes to compasion. Aly turns and converses with the dwarves for a few minutes, and then moves towards the cart where the others are.
Sir Thomas Monday November 6th, 2000 4:29:40 PM
Thomas follows Embarri to greet the mysterious women. "My suggestion was just advice since I know so little about the situation, but I think you are a wise soul Ebarri. I also think you have made the right choice. We will have to see what comes of it. May Alemi watch over us." Thomas then starts to go to take his place at his watch position for the night when Quint stops him. "I'm sorry Quint, I don't deal in that area. I am only worried about what is entitled to Alemi and Domi. The others are dealing with that. Sleep well tonight and we can worry about that in the morning. be sure the watch is set up at our camp and I will be over when both of my watches are finished." With that, Thomas goes to his position and paces watching not only the perimeter, but also the mysterious women, dwarves and the camp of his friends.
Trace and Radiant Monday November 6th, 2000 4:59:40 PM
Before bedding down for the night Trace finishes his story with Favor about the orc leader. "Yes favor I tell the truth about this. It was just last night, we were camped just like this and had but one guard when they raided us. Our friend Sir Thomas took the brunt of the attack last night but some how held on. There leader was not a bear but an orc that was the size and looks of a bear. He even spook some common language. A group this strong I am sure someone has heard from them." After listening what Favor has to say on the subject Trace thanks him for the coffee and conversation then bids him goodnight. Trace makes his bed roll out and walks over to Uteva and softly touches her on the arm, "Hey, I will take watch after you so wake me when your ready. Goodnight."
Ilsidur Wayfinder Tuesday November 7th, 2000 10:30:40 AM
Ilsidur bids good nite to Trace and the others, then makes his way to the wagon. Picking up his books and writing tools, bid a restful nite to Uteva. Ilsudur makes his bed, then his prayers and add to his entry in the books. Sleep does not comes easy to him this nite.
Sly Foxx and Luke Tuesday November 7th, 2000 11:07:40 AM
Sly listens to the story that Trace is spinning,and speaks up "Before you get to the point in your tale where we were suprised, and got cauth with our pants down. I'm going to bed, PEACEFUL NITE to you all." Turns and walks behind Alyndar,and ask him "Alyndar Sir, do you have a cookie for Uteve and I, you know alittle snack before we go to sleep?" Just for a moment we saw the look in his eyes,before his eyes changed. We (Uteva and Sly)watch Aly make his bed on the other side of the wagon. Sly turns to Uteva asks"Did you see his eyes? Know what I mean? What can we do for him?"
Uteva Tuesday November 7th, 2000 11:37:40 AM
"Until Alyndar asks for our help, we must leave him to work it out for himself, Sly." Louder, she says, "I'm not inclined to any more treats before bedtime, thanks." She gives the half-elf's hand a quick squeeze. Teva mumbles a sleepy agreement to Trace's message and soon drifts to sleep.
Lok Mufflefoot d20=4 d100=21 d100=80 Tuesday November 7th, 2000 12:07:40 PM
(err mistakenly rolled 20, meant two 100's) Coming back to his camp after the night, the halfling spends some time, as usual enjoying Alyndar's food. Right as many of the travellers were turning in the halfling quietly moved (21 ms pass) over to the women's side of the camp not quite staying in the shadows (hs miss). Trying to catch a smidgeon of the conversation over there before he turns in for the night, the halfling attempts to listen in to a conversation or two before moving back to their side for sleep.
Alyndar Tuesday November 7th, 2000 12:37:40 PM
Aly watches as everyone else readies themselves for bed, he apprehensively motions to the cookie jar when Sly asks for a few cookies and then proceeds to go over the wagon meticulously. Making sure he knows where everything is and goes. He takes care of the animals, making sure they are tied to the stable line tightly. Aly prepares his bed in a way to offer him maximum protection versus an attack at night with optimum visual awareness. Aly also rigs up around the camp noise makers, tin cups, pots and pans, eating utensils strung together as an early warning device. When Aly finally does turn he, he makes sure his weapons are close and his combat pouch is closer. It takes a bit longer for him to finally doze off, but he does so lightly, like he is expecting an attack during the night.
Sir Thomas Tuesday November 7th, 2000 1:07:40 PM
Sir Thomas stands perfectly erect at his watch like a good sentry should. From time to time he will change positions by pacing to a new slightly different location. He keeps within sight of his friends' resting place, and thus on them. When not watching the camp, his attention is focused on the darkenss outside the camp.
Qwint Edsa Tuesday November 7th, 2000 1:37:40 PM
Qwint walks over to Sir Thomas and says "If you are going to take two watches, then take the first and last, that way you get the most sleep. I'll take second watch." He then goes and puts his armor right next to his bed, and already opened so all he has to do is close it. He puts his sword in it's sheath to the side of him and puts his bow and quiver on top of the sword. Smiling, he says "Now I'm prepared"
Fate or Destiny? (DM Jerry) d100=87 Wednesday November 8th, 2000 10:49:40 AM
Favor listens intently to Trace's recounting of the previous night's attack and Sly's additions to the story. He says, "I will be sure to pass this information along as we make our way north. However, I wonder if their purpose isn't just as simple as this Bear monster said: that he is there to attack you. There is something about you folk...an aura of power or something. My gypsy instincts tell me that it ties you to a destiny....a fate. Beware of that fate my friends. Fate is powerful in the present. It may only be defeated by changing your actions now. Following the fated path may or may not be a good thing. But it is clear that the Powers have marked you for something important.
Lok overhears the gypsies talking. He is sure that one of them is noticing you and speaks so that you will hear what he has to say. "The followers of The One abduct both men and women for their purposes. The men are used for breeding, pleasure, and vile ceremonies which leave some dead or brainless. The women are brainwashed and recruited. Their purpose: who knows: Power, revenge for their goddess, an upheaval of the status quo? No one knows for sure. But they have come upon the scene here quickly and with power. And they move intelligently, avoiding outright conflicts and charming those who oppose them."
[Sorry for the late post. The last one didn't take for some strange reason.]
Sly Foxx and Luke Wednesday November 8th, 2000 12:58:44 PM
Sly is making his bed under the wagon, putting his sword next to him and Luke. Petting Luke and remembering what the Gypsie Favor had said, thinking to himself *Hmmm maybe that gypsie is right?* Sly looking at his tatoo in his hand.* that Orc Bear is after us and if we don't stop him, He'll run us down until we are all dead* Looking to where Alyndar is sleeping *And poor Aly just made some more enermies. This is going to be fun fun fun.*
Ilsidur Wayfinder Wednesday November 8th, 2000 1:06:12 PM
Ilsidur is very restless, the slitest breeze awaken him. Not too sure he looks around and see that Sir Thomas is on guard, now he feels better. Taking a dagger and puttinf it under his headrest, he now feels better and will try to go back to sleep.
Trace and Radiant Wednesday November 8th, 2000 5:42:08 PM
Trace listens to the story then bids Favor goodnight. Trace will sleep untill awakend for his watch.
Dreamy Uteva Wednesday November 8th, 2000 7:54:41 PM
"Zzzz"
Sir Thomas Wednesday November 8th, 2000 8:47:58 PM
Thomas stands, dutifully watching. Alert and prepared. Stoic.
Lok Mufflefoot Wednesday November 8th, 2000 9:09:50 PM
Strangely not upset by this report the halfling makes a mental note to himself to question the women personally at breakfast fully well knowing that gypsies are quite superstitious. Playing with the new silver ball some to try to find out if it can hit things from his pocket the halfling finally decides it is time to turn in. Happy with his new toy and hitting the hay until it is his turn to watch the halfling is quickly asleep.
Qwint Edsa Wednesday November 8th, 2000 9:15:09 PM
Qwint makes one final check before making sure his cat is tucked in and ready, then he goes to sleep.
Rain! (DM Jerry) Thursday November 9th, 2000 9:58:34 AM
RaLok finds that he has to complete three circuits with the throwing ball before he can throw it. He also finds he has a slight headache after practicing with it for awhile.
About 2 hours before dawn, the sky clouds over and it begins to rain. Quickly it becomes a downpour and drives through the camp in sheets. Anyone on guard may make a perception check at -3.
Uteva Thursday November 9th, 2000 1:16:00 PM
The young woman spends her watch near Alyndar's cart, nervously eyeing the camp of the Dark One's servants. When the time comes, she quietly shakes Trace awake and turns in.
Sometime later she awakens to driving rain, and sleepily tries to crowd in under the wagon with Sly, muttering complaints about the smell of wet wool before nodding off again.
Ilsidur Wayfinder Thursday November 9th, 2000 2:05:58 PM
Ilsidur is awaken by a rain storm, and he's not in a very good mood. Grab his bedroll and blanket (and anything else that under there) and splashes to the wagon. Ilsidur get down on his hand and knees "Move over the both of you, before I get soaked." The Dwarf starts to make his bed all over again, and grumbles all the time. It will take him about three minutes to fall back to sleep.
Sly Foxx and Luke d20=11 Thursday November 9th, 2000 2:27:39 PM
(OOC: Sly Pass perception check) Sly was awake when the rain started, and wondered how long it would take for Uteva to come under the wagon. So he moved down the back end of the wagon. He no sooner got settle, when down come's Uteva mumbling something about wet wool. A good chance she fell asleep fast, because Sly was laughing at the sceen. When along comes Ilsidur grumbling all the way, and made his bed then fell asleep. Now Sly is laughing so hard, that tears are rolling down his face.
Lok Mufflefoot d20=5 Thursday November 9th, 2000 3:43:48 PM
Sometime during the night the wet drops awoke Lok. Mumbling and grumbling he realized it was not long before he was to take his guard position for the night. No more happy halflings dancing around the square. Time for reality no more dreams. Wandering over, the halfling joins the gypsy guard and looks out into the rain. His brand new toy had given him quite a throbbing head and all he wanted was sleep. Suddenly (pass perception 5) something caught his attention...
Sir Thomas d20=1 Thursday November 9th, 2000 5:04:04 PM
Sir Thomas rouses the next person when his watch is over, whether that person is in his group or in one of the merchant wagons it matters not. He then heads for his own bed. He crashes and awakens with the rain. And with his usual positive attitude, "Well, it's almost dawn. I guess I'll get up and pray." Thomas dresses and armors himself before he takes time to pray to his overseers. He then hangs out with someone on watch and makes a friend or strengthens a tie already made. (rolled perception check just in case I fit into the proper category for that. passed rolling a 1)
Trace and Radiant d20=15 Thursday November 9th, 2000 7:32:27 PM
Trace finishes his watch in the rain then awakens Lok for his turn in the watch. Drying off the best he can Trace crawls under the wagon next to Uteva to try and catch a few more hours before dawn. Before going asleep he mumbels something aloud to who can hear, "With all this shopping going on buying fancy armor,weapons and such, I think we need to buy a large tent for such occasions. Smileing at Uteva Trace falls asleep.
Alyndar d20=8 Thursday November 9th, 2000 9:24:06 PM
The sudden downpour awakens Aly from a light sleep. With his senses on full strain he jumps up and looks around, like expecting an attack. He puts on his combat pouch and gleams out into the night, looking for movement and an impending attack. Aly also glares towards the camp with the new women and perviews where the dwarves are, making sure they notice him and letting them know that he notices them too. =)
Qwint Edsa d20=7 Thursday November 9th, 2000 9:30:46 PM
(Not sure what skill Perception is, but I would pass it with all of them) Qwint hears his cat meowing, and wakes up, muttering at the rain, then, suddenly, something catches his attention!
Masks In The Rain (DM Jerry) Friday November 10th, 2000 10:13:26 AM
Those making their perception checks see some cloaked figures moving off in the dark and the rain. The masked sisters are breaking camp early.
Dwarven voices carry via the wind unintentionally in your direction. One says, "Good riddance. I'd have killed them if they had stayed much longer."
Another says, "Besides they were all skinny and had no hair under their masks."
A third one says, "Now I can get some sleep. No way was I going to become witch food."
The camp guards seem to notice the departure, and seem relieved that they are gone.
Sir Thomas Friday November 10th, 2000 8:32:34 PM
Sir Thomas notices the figures leaving. He takes not of whether it looks like they are simply leaving or whether it looks like they are trying to sneak away or hide something. In fact, since he is awake and waiting on dawn he will go offer his assistance to them. He approaches their group, "May I offer my assistance to you in your packing efforts?"
Ilsidur Wayfinder Friday November 10th, 2000 8:38:16 PM
ZZZzzz Snort, hmmm, Turn over and ZZZzzz.
Sly Foxx and Luke Friday November 10th, 2000 8:57:21 PM
Sly still vigil and watching, see the mask women packing. What's this, * Sly tells himself,*The mask ones are leaving? In the MIDDLE of the night?* Then sly spy's Sir Thomas going toward the mask women's camp. Sly will slip from under the wagon (very slilently/with Luke)and go to a vantage point and watch,"Quite, Luke"said Sly, and count the women heads and just wonders.
Qwint Edsa Friday November 10th, 2000 9:39:53 PM
Noticing the cloaked figures, Qwint thinks nothing of it, but is too awake to go back to sleep so he builds a fire and sits by it, warming himself up.
Trace and Radiant d20=3 Saturday November 11th, 2000 4:30:05 PM
Seeing that everyone is curious about the masked ones leaveing Trace decides to to ahead and get on his armor and have an early start to his day. He goes and helps keep the fire going in the rain.
Alyndar Saturday November 11th, 2000 6:20:09 PM
Aly notices with much apprehension the Masked ones, leaving in the middle of the night, Aly also finds this to be odd so he gets dressed in full gear, puts his combat pouch on and grabs his other combat items, he signals to the dwarves, letting them know that our group notices and then starts going around, waking the group up and telling them to prepare themselves in case something happens.
Lok Mufflefoot Sunday November 12th, 2000 10:23:59 PM
Curious as to their early departure the halfling skips over to one of the last women. Looking at the strange masked woman he says "Why are you women moving out so early? Doncha need hot morning beverages? You going hunting? Did you see my new silver ball by the way?" He begins juggling as he questions the woman.
Bedraggled Uteva Tuesday November 14th, 2000 12:01:32 PM
Teva blinks stupidly up at Alyndar in the pre-dawn gloom before waking fully. Then she nods and straps on her gear. Crawling out from under the cart, she joins the others at the fire for a much-needed cup of tea.
"Ah choo!" With her limp hair clinging to her face and neck, huddled inside her cloak, the little bard looks bedraggled and miserable. "Sorry guys," she says quietly, wrinkling her nose. "I once spent two weeks in close company with a flock of damp sheep and a very cranky peddler. Wet wool is one of my least favourite smells."
She watches the women break camp. "I think they have the right idea. Better to be wet and moving than wet and bored. Shall we break our fast and move out as well?"
Teva helps Alyndar assemble the morning meal. "I dreamt I was drowning in a pool of thick with balls of red yarn, while Trace watched me from the comfort of a beautiful silk tent," she muses. "I wonder what it means."
Dm Ceil - Good Morning? Tuesday November 14th, 2000 6:51:20 PM
The sun rises in the East, It looks like it's going to be a beautiful day. The camp is wakening and the women are getting the morning breakfast and coffee ready. Your party is wakening and streching. the party goes to the stream and washes the sleep out of their eyes and refill their canteen with fresh water. Wondering what the day will bring, a meeting after breakfast is in order. Something is uneasy???
Sly Foxx and Luke Tuesday November 14th, 2000 6:59:22 PM
During the late part of the night, Sly was courious of the Mask Women. He had a bad feeling about them, even when they pass and glared at Alyndar. Well any way Sly waskes his face, and bring back some water for Alyndar, and ask of him, " What do we do next, Sir?" while feeding Luke(The dog seem to love the Orc rations)
Alyndar Tuesday November 14th, 2000 9:20:39 PM
After the uneasy night passes and a new dawn brings a more pleasant day, Aly goes and starts preparing breakfast for the group and the dwarves and whoever else wants to be fed. On his menu is flapjacks with raspberry sweet syrup and strips of sausage and his ever popular biscuits with honeybutter. While preparing breakfast he declines help from the group mates, instead, bidding them to break camp, getting everything ready to depart as soon as breakfast is over and everything cleaned up.
Qwint Edsa Tuesday November 14th, 2000 9:26:41 PM
Qwint eats his special treat for breakfast and looks around, still not at full health. He looks around the camp, and decides to keep his money for later. He puts on his suit of armor and puts his sword in it's sheath.
Sir Thomas Tuesday November 14th, 2000 10:24:04 PM
Not receiving an answer from the women, Thomas assumes that they are passing on his offer. He returns to his own camp to find the rest of his friends rising and making busy in the brightening morning. He pitches in by packing tents and sleeping bags and whatever else needs to be done. He then sits to eat Alyndar's WONDERFUL cooking and prepares to head for the road. "There's nothing like an adventurer, except to be a chiper adventurer. Let's get going friends. We have nowhere to go and all day to get there."
Ilsidur Tuesday November 14th, 2000 11:08:57 PM
Ilsidur rolls out from under the wagon when he hears the rest of the party start to stir. While the party breaks camp and Alyndar creates another feast called breakfast, he says his morning prayers to Most High Marmathon Dur. [OOC: I will keep the same spells.] When his morning rituals are over, he moves towards the fire and takes his share of breakfast. "Alyndar, you never cease to amaze me with these culinary feats. Thank you again." After eating he helps clean up, then readies his gear for another day on the road. "So, where are we heading today?"
Silky Trace and Radiant Tuesday November 14th, 2000 11:46:32 PM
Trace gets ready for the day and takes a few extra moments longer putting on his new armor so as to impress certian indivguels. Trace walks back to the campfire to eat breakfeast and pats Uteva on the back, "Morning, are you going to be ok?" Trace turns to the group, "Will someone with a cure wounds please cast a spell or pray upon my blue gem here, it will store it and I can release it later on when needed?" Trace continues to strut around showing off his new purchases while talking to the group.
Uteva Wednesday November 15th, 2000 1:15:17 PM
"I'll be better once my gear dries out, Trace." She smiles at him and raps her knuckles on the breastpiece of his armour. "Spiffy."
Teva's mood brightens with the day, and she quickly packs up and gets ready to go. Over scrumptious flapjacks, she chats with her friends, laughing at Sir Thomas' comment. "Did any of you learn if any of these folk have heard of hobgoblins or orcs troubling the area? Are we still heading for Hook City? I haven't been there since I was quite small. I don't recall much but an impression of a vast and magical place."
"Qwint," she says, turning to the quiet warrior, "How are those wounds this morning? Will you take it easy today, and ride in the cart?"
The freckled young woman says her farewells to Boredoc and the other dwarves. "It was my priviledge to share your company. May your road northward be smooth, and your journey, all that you hope. And may our paths cross again in this Wold."
The Slavers
Dm Ceil (Are We Ready?) Wednesday November 15th, 2000 5:34:42 PM
Breaking camp and saying good-bies to the gypsies and the other that camp that night. The gypsies tell you that you should be careful on your jurney, because of the rumers of Orcs and those mask women are not a good sign. Now you are marching south on the Trade Roar. Travelling alonf the narrow section between the Ocean and the Mountains called the "Skinny". The sun is shinning and the Ocean waves has white cap on them, The birds are... are... Silent?? odd very very odd don't you think???
Sly Foxx and Luke Wednesday November 15th, 2000 5:45:17 PM
Sly is red face as he faces Alyndar, with his head bowed,"Next time we camp out, remind me to lend you my tent that I forgot I was carring in my back pack. Those Mask Females had me troubled." Then Sly goes to the wagon of the beautiful dark eyes girl that impressed him so. But her wagon and family was gone. So Sly will go back to his party and fall into the marching order. And Off He Goes, listening to Uteve sing as they go.
Sir Thomas Wednesday November 15th, 2000 9:11:38 PM
Thomas also bids farewell to the merchants and gypsies before leaving and offers his thanks for their hospitality. On the road, Sir Thomas doesn't like the lack of bird song, nor the lack of any activity in the areas through which they are traveling other than that which they are providing. "Be on your toes everyone. It's too quiet for my blood." Thomas unsheaths his sword and checks the staps on his armor and shield as he walks. "Who is walking point? If no one is I will be glad to. Also, Trace, if you will wait until tommorrow I will pray to heal your sword so that you will have that ability, but I think that since Quint is still hurt he deserves Alemi's blessing at present." Before running up to take point, if need be, Thomas walks back to Quint who should be in the wagon and prays to Alemi for healing. (Quint receives 8hp) "Is anyone else still injured from our last run in with trouble?" Thomas gets the matters that he can help with in order and then takes point if no one else is up there. "I'll holler if I get wind of something." Thomas will walk at a distance ahead of the group such that they look like pixie shadows, but are not out of sight.
Lok Mufflefoot Wednesday November 15th, 2000 10:32:26 PM
Lok wakes and is happily playing with new toys around the morning fire. Occasionally the halfling holds a new dagger up to his ear with an intent look upon his face. For some reason Lok's hair stands a bit frazzled on end and the halfling looks again mischevious. Trouncing about in the morning he visits with his companions and seems energetic and ready for the day.
Alyndar Thursday November 16th, 2000 11:17:11 AM
Noticing the birdless sounds, Aly dons his combat pouch and absently fingers the dagger on his belt. He nervously watches around him as he drives the cart down the path, making notice where every party member is in relation to himself. He also makes sure the pouch with the scrolls he just aquired is close to where he can reach them in case of need. Aly's senses are on full alert.
Uteva Thursday November 16th, 2000 2:05:14 PM
Teva walks along beside the cart on the ocean side, warily eyeing the weirdly quiet seascape. The quiver of feathered shafts hanging behind her shoulder attests that she must have done some shopping of her own. She speaks quietly to Alyndar and Qwint. "When I was small, I lost my hearing to a fever." She gulps and shudders. "It was the most frightening experience of my life. Seeing people move their mouths silently, crying out without sound. It lasted but two days, but they were enough for a lifetime."
She continues on without speaking, seeming somehow younger than usual.
Ilsidur Thursday November 16th, 2000 6:21:05 PM
Ilsidur is amazed at the sheer size of the Ocean. It is the first time he has seen a body of water so large. "So, the ocean is just water that goes on and on for hundreds and thousands of miles? And is it as salty as they say? Can we drink it? My uncle used to make salted giant spider jerky that was so salty, you needed to drink a stein of beer with every piece. Is it anything like that?" He walks along on his stumpy legs, trying to keep up with the rest of the group, while he adjusts his new armour to his liking. "Stupid piece is chafing me right in the small of the back," he mumbles to himself as he rubs his back up against a tree.
DmCeil ( To Save or Not To Save?) Thursday November 16th, 2000 6:21:53 PM
As Sir Thomas walks ahead of the party, (and Sly is not too far behind him). They Come to a bend in the road, and they start to hear some noises. As they sneak neare(very, very quietly) and look around the bend, they see a group of Orcs (some of them are the same as the ones that attack you last time you battle). They (the Orcs) are selling slaves to the Mask Cultist. The leader is not the same One (Bear), but he's just as big and has a patch over one eye. Now is your chance to save those poor slave from a faith worse than DEATH. What do you do? Go back to the party? And plan an attack? or just pass by and not get involved? AS Sir Thomas look around, The Orc and the Cultist are in a big pocket like crevasse on the side of the mountain.
Sly Foxx and Luke Thursday November 16th, 2000 6:32:24 PM
Sly follows Sir Thomas, and tells Luke to be quiet. When they come to the bend and see the slavers and the Cultist, He wispers to Sir Thomas,"Look some of the same Orc we almost lost to..." Then look around and see that then in a pocket like crevace with only one way out. Sly look back at Sir Thomas and ask(in sign)~What do we do now?~
Qwint Edsa Thursday November 16th, 2000 9:27:01 PM
Qwint graciously thanks Thomas for the Cure Light Wounds and enjoys his journey in the cart. His armor is on, and his sword is strapped to the outside of the cart,
Alyndar Thursday November 16th, 2000 9:58:58 PM
Aly brings the car to a halt on the side of the path opposite where Sir Thomas and Sly starts their stalking. He motions for everyone else to quiet themselves then points in Sir Thomas's and Sly's direction, then points to his own eyes and then points in a big circle. Aly hobbles the steeds attached to his cart and sets the brake, he then prepares himself for whatever danger Sir Thomas and Sly have noticed and then joins in with the others in watching for danger.
Trace and Radiant Thursday November 16th, 2000 10:44:22 PM
"Ok here is my two copper pices to this matter. First thing we are not going to pass a chance to engage these orc again. Second, we will seperate the slaves from the two parties bellow, send the mask people along on their way, destroy the orcs and hopefully find out where that bear looking leader is. This is just a suggestion but I feel very strongly about it. This is how I suggest we go about it. Quint and Sir Thomas go to one end of the crevas then Lok and Sly go to the other to form a trap. Me and Uteva will start to pick off some of the Orcs from above with our bows and Aly will add what he can with whatever he cooks up at night. If one of our traps start to fail I will descend to reenforce that side while Aly and Uteva continue the support from above. If the Masked one do not wish to leave peacefully then they will suffer the same fate as the Orcs. Cause I am about to return the favor to the Orcs that they gave me for makeing me fight with most of my clothes and armor. I have an open mind if someone has another suggestion." After Trace lays out his plan he pulls out his bow and readies two arrows.
Ilsidur Friday November 17th, 2000 12:11:52 AM
Ilsidur listens to what Sir Thomas and Sly have to say about what they found. "Hold on a minute Trace. How do we know exactly what is going on here? If we just charge in and start raining arrows down on the orcs and the ladies, it is likely we will end up having to fight all of them. [OOC: Ceil, how many orcs, ladies and slaves did Sir Thomas see?] I would suggest we set up the trap much like you suggest, but have myself and Sir Thomas enter into the canyon and approach the groups. Sir Thomas, you need to use your ability to detect evil to try to figure out who we might end up fighting. Also, if we get the cahnce to ask some questions, we might find out if these orcs know where 'Bear' can be found. What do you think?"
Serious Uteva Friday November 17th, 2000 10:02:35 AM
Uteva listens carefully to the developing plan, her expression serious. In a low voice, she offers some modifications. "Ilsidur has a good point; we need to know what's going on. But the cultists will know that something is up when they see him and Sir Thomas alone. We'll have to act fast. Sir Thomas, position yourself so we can see your off hand from above. An open hand means wait, a fist means hit only the orcs, the horn sign," and here she demonstrates by closing her left fist and extending her thumb and smallest finger, means hit the cultists. If fighting starts and you give us no sign, we'll hit everybody. If it looks like someone is casting a spell, we'll hit that group."
She asks Thomas and Sly, "Is there enough cover by the road for Lok to sneak in and back you up? Oh! Lok, take the potion of invisibility." Teva digs the vial out of her pack. "Maybe you can start releasing captives when things get wild. Stay clear of the thickest grouping of cultists at first, though, because I'll try to put some of them to sleep."
"Qwint, if you're healed one more time, will you be good to fight? You can take this healing potion if you want. If not, maybe Trace should circle around with Sly, while Qwint plays archer above."
"If things go badly, we regroup here near the cart, or if it's too dangerous, back at the last campsite. Those of us who are going will have to move now to get in position. Good luck to us all."
Alyndar da Battle Mage Friday November 17th, 2000 5:03:35 PM
Aly listens intently to the goings on at the cart. Aly's only question is where the group wants him to be before combat begins. With that said he grabs his combat pouch, puts it on snuggly around his waist, and then grabs his small sack with the left over spell scrolls. <has fireball scroll tucked in belt for quick access>
Dm Ceil - Should We Free Them??? Friday November 17th, 2000 6:53:57 PM
Both Sir Thomas and Sly silently arrived where the party waited. Si r Thomas tells Sly to recount what they saw. " There's a crevasse in the side of the Mountain, It si like a simi circle facing the sea west. There is five Orc slavers holding four prisoners, Two males and two females all in chains. Some of those orc are the ones that jump us the other night, and there's a big Orc with a patch over one eye, He is the one making the deals with the four mask ladies. I over heard that they also want the males for a sacrifice to the Dark One. Inside the simi circle there are bushes where Loc can hide in and plenty of cover for the archers from above, 15' to 20' above and looking down in to a lot of targets.
Sly Foxx and Luke Friday November 17th, 2000 7:03:00 PM
Sly tell what he saw, then goes to where the wagon, and takes out this new armor. Then wispers the magic words"Armor On" in an instant the armor was on, "now I won't fight in my underoos again. Sly pick up bow and arrows, then put on his sword. Walks back to where the party is standing, and tell them "I'm ready."
Alyndar Friday November 17th, 2000 9:01:59 PM
Aly, while standing there waiting to move out, proceeds to cast a spell..i cast the Armor spell on myself.
Sir Thomas Saturday November 18th, 2000 8:39:47 AM
Thomas has thoroughly thought over the situation and considered every suggestion. "Good suggestions, I like the combination we came up with. Ilsidur and I will wait for the archers to take position. Lok, take that potion of invisibility and get in there ahead of the two of us. Who is guarding our spell casters? Someone should stay back in case the charge our mages, probably a good job for someone who can use bow and sword. We need to work fast now so that things in the crevace don't change. So, everyone into position and Ilsidur and I will start walking at the count of 20. This is big folks, others are relying on us now. Let's get this done. One . . . Two . . . " Thomas finds that he loves the opportunity to 'talk' to these orcs again. He finds that as he gets closer and closer to twenty he counts faster and faster in anticipation. "Uteva, I'll give the sign. It will be my right hand because that is my sword hand and it will be free until it is time to be artistic. Are you ready friend Ilsidur? Lets get going. There are important matters ahead that require our attention." Thomas gives Ilsidur a pat on the back and starts to walk. He sheaths his sword so that he doesn's appear that he is coming to fight. "Domi will be proud of me today." Thomas walks with a big smile on his face so that hopefully the orcs and women will be taken offguard by a more jovial approach.
Trace and Radiant Saturday November 18th, 2000 9:12:07 AM
"Ok it sounds like a well thought out plan but I'll give 10 to 1 odds that we fight them all. I know those cult women will be ticked when we take thier new property. I will guard Aly from up here and help Quint and Uteva fire arrows. I think that I should go down with yall though since someone needs to take care of the large orc. I am in the best health out of everyone here. That settels it, I will go down also and Uteva and Quint will watch over Aly. There is now way we will be able to face this group without bloodshed." Trace returns his bow and arrows back to their rightfull spot and draws his sword and and shield. "Ok I am ready."
Alyndar Saturday November 18th, 2000 9:37:19 AM
Aly follows with Trace and pulls the Fireball scroll from his belt, When we get into position Aly will target the Masked Women, making sure he gets the majority of them if not all of them in the circle without hitting the 4 captives. If Aly can get all the orcs too in the circle, so much the better.
Ilsidur Saturday November 18th, 2000 10:50:12 AM
Ilsidur moves up beside Sir Thomas, slinging his crossbow over his back and carrying his battleaxe. "Trace, I am at full strength [OOC: 27 hp], so I should be able to hold my own in the melee. If you want, you can stay back and use your bow, and protect the spellcasters; or you can come in with us, either way. I am fairly certain that if we have to fight the women as well as the orcs, some of the enemies will move towards our casters. Also, we NEED to capture one of the orcs, hopefully the big one with the eye patch. I will target him with a hold person spell as soon as I see Sir Thomas' signal. I have more healing available, but I think we better save it until after the fight." He turns to Sir Thomas, "Sometime early on, please try to determine if these masked ladies are evil or not. Now, everyone gather around, and I will pray for Marmathon Dur's blessing on all of us for the fight." [OOC: Ilsidur casts bless on the group, as close to the fight as possible. This means everyone is +1 to hit and damage, and +1 save vs fear, for the next 6 rounds. Ceil, please let us know how long during combat the spell will last, since I figure it will take a couple of rounds for us to get into place.] After cassting the spell, Ilsidur says, "Now, quickly, lets move it." He hurries to keep up with Sir Thomas (and Trace, if he accompanies us).
Alyndar Saturday November 18th, 2000 1:11:23 PM
Remembering the dream he had he stops and gets everyones attention. When he has it he informs everyone that these women can charm naturally. So be on extra guard against that.
Dm Ceil - Ready...Set...GO Saturday November 18th, 2000 1:19:02 PM
The Orcs surrounding the slaves are very interested in what One-eye is yelling at the Mask Ladies,"These Slaves were caught just last night, Will make nice sacrifice for HIM. 5,000gp for the lot..." they are gypsies not worth washing our feet, 2,000gp..."yell the Mask Ladies. (really OOC: OK Ilsidur I'll give you one round to set up and 5 round fighting).
Qwint Edsa Saturday November 18th, 2000 9:19:23 PM
Nodding to the group, Qwint pulls on his armor and readies his bow, notching an arrow. He moves next to Teva. "You ready?"
Serious Uteva Sunday November 19th, 2000 6:06:35 PM
Pale beneath her freckles, Teva draws a dagger and moves quickly with Qwint up into the bush by the road, climbing and working around to where they can get protected shots at the meeting below. She keeps a careful eye out in case the orcs or cultists have archers of their own up here, but is more concerned with being in place in time to support Sir Thomas and Ilsidur.
When they reach a suitable spot, she kneels behind the partial cover of a bush, sheaths her dagger, and sets her short bow before her. Reaching into the pouch at her waist, she spills fine sand from a small packet into the palm of her hand, and calls to mind the complexities of her Sleep spell.
She looks over the situation below and murmurs quietly, "Qwint, can you see any one further along that Sly and Sir Thomas might have missed?"
I'm not much of an archer, she thinks to herself. I hope we haven't made a mistake, putting me up here.
Tense and worried, she holds, waiting for the boys below to make their move.
Alyndar Sunday November 19th, 2000 8:20:18 PM
Aly trudges along swiftly and quietly to a spot above the masked ladies. Trying his best to keep out of sight, darting from tree to tree to rock to shrub til he is in a good spot to oversee the upcoming battle ground. Aly pulls out his fireball scroll, and starts estimating where he is gonna place the center of the spell to most effect. <where it gets all of the ladies and the orcs without hiting the captives>
Aly also pays attention to his surroundings, making sure noone is sneaking up on us while we sneak up on them.
Trace and Radiant (ego check) Sunday November 19th, 2000 8:30:40 PM
Trace realizes that it would be best to make sure that Aly is protected up on top and says to him self he can allways charge in if they need help. "Ok I guess Aly needs someone to watch his back. I will take a post up here with my bow." Trace returns his sword and shield then readies his bow and two arrows.
Sir Thomas Sunday November 19th, 2000 10:00:39 PM
[OOC: I'm full hp too.] "Good choice Trace. I think it is best for as few of us to risk ourselves as need be. So it is Ilsidur and I going into the mouth of danger. May Mamathon Dur and Alemi BOTH help us." Thomas feels his battle nerves start to take over, and finds a slight tremor in his hands. His heart begins to race faster and faster as he and his friend get closer to the targets. When he feels that he and Ilsidur are within range that he will be able to detect an evil presence he grabs Ilsidurs arm and says, "Slow down a bit so I can concentrate, I'm detecting evil presence, and I may need you to guide me as we walk." As he concentrates on the vibing ebb that should come from the supernatural eminence that is respectfully known as good and evil, Thomas surveys the scene to collect all of the sensory perception that he can. This survey does him little good as far as knowing who is where, but it should help him feel the evil if it exists. Thomas' sword hand is empty and hanging stiffly around his right buttocks, ready to give the appropiate sign.
Ilsidur Monday November 20th, 2000 12:44:31 AM
As Sir Thomas and Ilsidur enter into the valley, he feels the paladin's grip on his shoulder. In response to Sir Thomas' request for guidance, Ilsidur replies quietly, "I will lead you towards the orcs and the women. Squeeze my shoulder if you detect that the women are evil." Then, as they move closer to the bargainers, Ilsidur calls out, "Hey, is this a private sale, or can anyone join? How much to buy the stinking orcs? I need something to scare the mice out of my basement, and their stench will do the job just fine!"
"WHO DAT SAY THAT" Dm Ceil Monday November 20th, 2000 5:18:37 PM
The big one eyed Orc was about to yell at the Mask ladies, when he hears the voices of streangers. "Who's There ? What do you want? No BUSNESS here... GO away..." The slaves huddle in frount of the cave. The smaller orc are getting tence and gets their daggers out, puts them into their mouth and take a net in both hands. The Mash Ladies are taken by supprise, but not for long, they will take a wand out of there belts. They shout"they are the one's at the camp, this is our chance to get that grey elf..."
Lok Mufflefoot Monday November 20th, 2000 5:34:43 PM
Lok gets quite angry at himself, for not having believed the rumors of these terrible women. However he realizes it is time to set up position and readies his bow for the target practice on these terrible people. He trains his aim down upon the lead orc and aims steadily.
Alyndar 6d6(5+3+3+3+6+2)=22 Monday November 20th, 2000 8:18:11 PM
Upon seeing the orcs draw weapons and the women draw wands, Alyndar reads the spell from the scroll, encompasing the women and as many of the orcs as possible in the radius of the Fireball. Doing 22 points of damage to everyone in the radius of the spell. <I make sure the captives in the cave is out of the radius when i cast it>
Aly then starts preparing to cast another spell, Magic Missile at the Woman who was negotiating with the Orcs.
Sir Thomas d20=15 d8=5 Monday November 20th, 2000 9:21:17 PM
In the middle of Thomas' concentration on supernatural forces, Ilsidur speaks out and causes a reaction that does not need his Lord Alemi's guidance to reveal. As the inhabitants of the cave make aggresive intentions known, Thomas snap out of his spell and throws his hand into the air. His hand is in the shpe of a horn with his thumb up and his pinky up, but his other four fingers curled into a fist position. He waves it around for a second as he breaks into a charge. He draws his sword and makes a formal charge at the big orc. "May Domi grant me vengence! AAAARRRRGGGHHH!!" Thomas brings his large bastard sword down on the orc with deadly intent and similar results. (Rolled 15 for attack, hitting AC -2 after charge bonus; doing (5 x 2)+3=13 hp damage) Thomas runs through the attack and sets his sights and his course on the small orcs near the captives, regardless of the effect his attack has on the large orc. Thomas wants to get to the back of the cave to protect the captives and absorb the attention of their captors. Thomas has faith that his friends can finish the large, one-eyed orc and the ladies in the meantime.
Ilsidur Monday November 20th, 2000 11:02:29 PM
Ilsidur watches the orcs and the masked women turn towards his insult as he moves into the valley. Then there is a loud WHOOSH as the fireball goes off in the midst of the slavers. The stink of burnt flesh fills his nostrils as he charges in behind the big paladin. His hold person spell at the ready, he quickly changes targets to catch three of the smaller orcs. [OOC: cast hold person at up to 3 orcs that survived the fireball. If only one orc, it is at -2 to save, if two orcs, then each saves at -1 and if three orcs targeted, each makes a normal save. If all small orcs are down, then target big orc, and if only women are left, then target up to three of them.] After casting his spell, he pulls up short in front of the big one-eyed orc. He shouts in orcish, "Drop your weapon and fall on your face, or face the wrath of Most High Marmathon Dur!" He grips his silver battle axe in both hands, realizing that he may not be so lucky in this battle as in the past. "Time to christen the new armour and axe, he thinks to himself."
Trace and Radiant d20+1=19 d20+1=19 d6+1=4 d6+1=4 Tuesday November 21st, 2000 12:04:01 AM
Trace targets the ladies, if any are still standing after the fireball he fires two arrows down into them. If all cult members are dead his aim turns to the small orcs. His aim is strong and true as he finds his mark both times (rolling 19 twice hitting ac-3 twice and doing a total of 8 hp's damage). Trace screams his war cry and loads another two arrows while keeping a look out for anyone advanceing on him and Aly. "Stick close Aly I think I heard them say something about a grey elf, and guess what, I am a wood elf so that narrows it down pretty quick huh." Trace cracks and smile and begins to pick out another target.
Sly Foxx and Luke d20=4 d20=14 d6=5 Tuesday November 21st, 2000 1:31:52 AM
Sly draws his bow and lets the arrows fly, hitting one orc and missing one other. "Oh Boy I hit one. Now lets see if I can do it again." talking to himself. Then taking two more arrows and this time aiming for the other side of the cave entrance. "Luke be quiet, you'll get your fun in a minute."
Uteva 2d4(3+1)=4 2d20(5+8)+1=14 Tuesday November 21st, 2000 9:28:20 AM
Uteva waits for the flames and smoke to clear enough for her to see which of their opponents remain standing.
If more than one of the masked women remain standing, she begins her spellsong, a soft sequence of notes reminiscent of every mother's lullaby. The sand grains that she flings out toward the cultists drift onto their heads, putting 4 hit dice of them to Sleep.
Otherwise, she takes up her short bow and fires twice at the remaining cultist, or else at the one-eyed orc, missing her target in her care not to hit Sir Thomas.
Lok Mufflefoot d20=18 d20=13 d6=6 d6=4 Tuesday November 21st, 2000 4:52:39 PM
Lok Mufflefoot sends two arrows shooting off towards the orcs who are still standing if there are any, or any of the women, He is so angered that his first arrow has a terrible zing to it as it strikes it's target (to hit 18 + dex bonus, forgot to add 18 dex, 6 dam cheer). Whipping another arrow out and letting it fly he sends it sailing into the mess of orcs and women hoping it will end another's life (13 to hit, plus dex bonus, forgot to add it again, 4 dam).
OH NO We have trouble - Dm Ceil Tuesday November 21st, 2000 9:15:11 PM
Now their's a big burst of fire, burns the cap off the one with the one eye (doing 20points of damage) and killing the three orc in back of him and two Mask Ladies. The two live ones are hurt for three points each and will set fire to the bushes with their wands, and then will try to kill the gray Elf. The three orc near the cave are #1 orc for 6 points, #5 orc for 5points and #6 orc for 4 points. The Big Orc Yells in pain as his cape burns off of him, reveiling the he has four arms, "Who are you... to come here and ruin Patches sales?" Patches takes out four daggers (one for each hands) waving his arms like a windmill, making it inposible for Sir Thomas (or anybody else) to get around and behind him. " Alright now got your green feet out here and KILL these Slaves.... NOW..." You can see four more taking their time coming out of that cave.
Qwint Edsa d20=3 Tuesday November 21st, 2000 10:21:50 PM
Noticing the Orcs starting to move to kill the slaves, Qwint lets an arrow fly, missing completely and utterly, all he does his attract attention to himself. (Rolled a 3) He curses and notches another arrow.
Ilsidur Tuesday November 21st, 2000 10:53:59 PM
Since his spell did not appear to go off [OOC: Ceil, I cast HOLD PERSON in my last post, and you didn't say what happened as a result, so I will change targets.] he changes targets for his spell and tries to affect three of the new orcs enterring the fray and moving towards the slaves with intent to kill them. [OOC: Ceil, please tell me what effects the HOLD PERSON spell has on the new orcs. They must make a save vs spell or are held.] He watches the arrows rain down on the other combatants, and shouts, "Step right up, there's plenty for everyone here!"
Sir Thomas d20=7 d20=19 d8=8 d8=3 Tuesday November 21st, 2000 10:54:57 PM
[OOC: Don't forget to add the damage Thomas did to the orc with his charge.] "Curse" Thomas doesn't like not being able to get past the large, four-limbed creature. "I am not afraid of you!" Thomas yells directly at the large creature as he takes a mighty but misdirected swing at the orc. He misses, confused by the nature of this creature's spinning attack. (rolled 7 hitting ac 8 doing 8+3=11 if hit.) Thomas wastes no time in seeing the opening he created with his first swing. He drops to one knee, raises his shield above his head for protection and comes up under the defenses of the orc in a thrust that sinks into the flesh of Thomas' opponent. (rolled 19 doing 3+3=6hp damage) Thomas feels satisfaction as his sword finds its mark. He realizes that he can not linger unless he desires another beating, so he drops back to one knee and performs a shoulder roll to get him out from under the orc. "But you will beg for your life before we are through with you foolish creature." The words roll off of his tongue as though they were a third attack with his sword. Thomas is acting on pure instinct and adrenaline. He moves in and out, up and down distracting the orc and hopefully drawing its attention, and making it harder to hit him. Blind, stupid rage can be our friend today.
Alyndar 2d4(1+3)+2=6 Tuesday November 21st, 2000 11:04:37 PM
[ooc Ceil, i did 22 points, not 20 with the fireball] Aly lets loose with his magic missile targeting one of the 2 remaining women, doing 6 points of damage. Aly then backs up, letting Trace come between him and the Orcs approaching them, all the while preparing another spell [Color Spray] to cast on the Orcs.
Alyndar Tuesday November 21st, 2000 11:09:50 PM
OOPS disregard my last post. I misread the DMs post. Here's my new post:
[/ooc Ceil, my Fireball did 22 points of damage, not 20]
Aly lets loose 2 magic missiles on one of the 2 remaining women, doing 6 points of damage, he then backs up, putting Trace between him and the 2 women advancing on him, all the while, preparing another spell to cast on them.
Lok Mufflefoot d20=12 d20=20 d8=7 d8=2 Wednesday November 22nd, 2000 7:44:42 AM
Lok reloads and fires a couple of arrows at the orc named "Patches". Screaming loudly the halfling seems to be enraged at the thought that Sir Thomas could be in danger by one who is so terrifying. With that he aims at Patches unless he falls. Then Lok thinks, we will take care of those going for the slaves. He sends a pretty straight arrow (12+2 for dex forgot dex bonus again sorry hits ac 3 dam 7) and an arrow that hits it's target in a very deadly manner thunking horribly into flesh (20 hits auto, dam 2 crit hit?).
Trace and Radiant d20+1=2 d20+1=8 d20+2=3 d20+2=9 d20+2=17 d8=2 Wednesday November 22nd, 2000 8:23:54 AM
(ooc: you didnt notate my 8pts of damage from the first two arrows)
Trace sets his aim on one of the two women comeing up the hill after Aly. He lets two arrows fly and on deffinatly misses but the other he is not sure if it found it's mark(hit ac of 8 for 2+1hp damage). Seeing that they are still comeing Trace sends Radiant down to distract them. (in three dives Radiant connects once hitting ac of 3 for 1+1 =2hps damage). If the women advance closer Trace will discard his bow and draw his sword and shield, if they stay and fight from there he will continue to fire arrows down upon them.
Sly Foxx and Luke d20=10 d20=3 Wednesday November 22nd, 2000 11:35:20 AM
Sly lets fly two arrows, aiming for the two orc (#5 and #6). But Sly's arrow hit the two dead orc (#2 and #3) instead. "Opps" said Sly,"I have to adjust for wind." Sly will take out two more arrows for the next round.
Uteva d20=9 d20=10 Wednesday November 22nd, 2000 2:55:16 PM
(ooc: was the SLEEP spell cast or not?)
Uteva fires two shots toward the orcs emerging from the cave, but again, her arrows fail to strike flesh.
She exchanges a worried glance with Qwint. "We can't let them kill those people!"
Patches fight back -Ceil - Wednesday November 22nd, 2000 4:44:27 PM
Ilsidur Hold spell did nothing on the new orc, but is it did Hold one of the mask ladies, she was dead and didn't hit the ground yet, Because Alyndar magic missal killed her first. Loc hit the first orc out of the cave for 7hp, as the other three orc is running zigzag with bow and arrows all aiming at Qwint. As Trace run by the last mask will make one last lounge at Alyndar, hit him for six hp. Sir Thomas hit the moving Patch for eleven hp and scratch his leg for two more hp. Radiant is diving for an attack. Now Patches still in his windmill mode, sinks a dagger in to the shield of sir Thomas, making a very big gash in it and cutting his arm for three hp on the arm and for two hp on Sir Thomas expose calf. Patches windmills around again for another pass. " now Patches is mad ... will kill you all ... better yet, will sacrifice you all to the master ... my big brothers will help when they get back. In the mean time the four orc coming out of the cave, all missed Qwint.
(ooc)Dm Ceil Wednesday November 22nd, 2000 4:50:51 PM
I had done the roll for patches and the four orc shooting qwint, and also for the last remaininf Mask Lady. But my server kick me off line. Noe I can not show the rolls or re-roll because i have already post. Just take my word, your ahead... BUT not for long...
Trace and Radiant d20+2=17 d20+2=22 d20+2=3 d20+2=3 d8+3=8 d20+2=21 Wednesday November 22nd, 2000 10:10:27 PM
Watching the masked lady run by him and attack Aly he drops his bow and draws his sword and shield. "Hey darlin you overlooked me." Trace turns and hammers down on the cultist (hits ac-1 doing 8hp's of damage). Smileing Trace moves infront of Aly to postion himself between Aly and the cultist. Trace then screams a plea for Radiant to attack the large Orc. Radiant dives down on to the Large orc (hits ac-2 and does 2hp's dmg) he then dives two more times missing but catches the large orc on a fourth and final pass.(rolled again because of the natural 20.. hits ac-1 and does 2hp's damage). If the cultist is dead Trace will give Aly the healing potion then sprint down to drop that large orc if she is still alive, Trace will stand his ground and protect Aly.
Alyndar d4+1=4 d4+1=4 d4+1=4 Wednesday November 22nd, 2000 10:44:02 PM
Aly pulls out another scroll, reads the scroll, and targets Patches with it's outcome. Magic Missile, doing 12 points of damage.
Aly then backs up, letting Trace take his spot, and goes on Full Defense. Watching for reinforcements for the orcs and the ladies.
Ilsidur d20=2 Thursday November 23rd, 2000 12:34:34 PM
[OOC: REMEMBER EVERYONE, YOU ARE +1 TO HIT AND DAMAGE FOR THIS ROUND AND THE NEXT 2 ROUNDS.] Ilsidur runs (shuffles) past Sir Thomas and Patches in combat shouting, "Sir Thomas, if you need help, yell!" He runs forward to cut off the new orcs moving towards the slaves, and places himself between the orcs and the slaves. He shouts in orcish, "Fight me, you frightened kobolds, or are you too scared to take on one lone dwarf!" Then he takes a swing at the nearest new orc, but all of his running and shouting has momentarily run him out of breath, and his swing is wide of the mark [OOC: Unless orcs have AC12]. He quickly recovers and readies himself for the counterswings that will come his way.
Sly Foxx and Luke d20+1=12 d20+1=17 d6=3 Thursday November 23rd, 2000 12:48:00 PM
Sly aiming for the orc coming out of the cave, missing with one arrow, but the second arrow Hits # 1 orc taking hid last 3hp of life. Seeing how lucky Qwintwas, Sly yells to Him,"That's it Qwint,When in battle, think thin, that what my Father use to say". Turns to Luke and tells him," GO... HELP... Ilsidur with the ors down there. Have Fun Boy."
Lok d20+1=16 d20+1=9 d6=3 Thursday November 23rd, 2000 12:57:15 PM
Lok aims and let's fly two arrows, the first arrow misses but the second arrow hits orc #8 for three hp. "after this battle I'm going to ask for a cookie,"
Uteva d20=8 d20=6 Thursday November 23rd, 2000 3:08:31 PM
Teva spares a quick glance for the feathered shaft quivering in the trunk that separates her from Qwint before releasing her next shot. It flies harmlessly past the orcish archers below, and her next arrow does the same.
Oh! Oh! More Trouble - Dm Ceil d20=14 d20=4 d20=15 d20=7 d20=20 d20=20 d20=16 d6=1 d6=6 d6=5 d6=3 Thursday November 23rd, 2000 7:31:55 PM
Patches stagers and fall on one knee, then get up with the fire of anger, Restarts his windmill attack. Now he's bent on killing Sir Thomas he comes nearer and nearer, those blades are going so fast that they look like one circular blade. Trace has killed the last of the mask ladies. Radiant has hurt Patches bad, blood is running down his face. The orc in the back are now approaching the front of the road, leaving the slaves alone. They want the intruders and they are going to get these upstarts.( That ors #5, #7 hit Sly for 6hp, #8, #9 hits Qwinte for 5 hp and #10) Unfortunly Alyndar fears has come true. Around the corner Two Mask Ladies (on Horse back) And knock Uteva to the ground (Utevq gets 1 HP) cat fight, That's hand to hand)). The second Mask Ladies takes a dagger and starts for the wagon and Alyndar. And She has murder in her eyes.
Trace and Radiant d20+2=18 d20+2=12 d20+2=10 d20+2=12 d20+2=8 d8+3=10 d8+3=8 Thursday November 23rd, 2000 8:54:12 PM
As the masked rider comes raceing towards Trace and Aly Trace turns and hammers down quickly on the cultist (hits ac-4 for 10hp's dmg) before the cultist can make another move Trace spins and slices again as blood spews through the air (hits ac2 for 8hp's dmg for total 18hp's). Trace stands guard between Aly and any advanceing problems. Radiant coninues to attack Patches but has trouble connecting with the large orc perfoming some sort of windmill act. "Uteva! run this way so that you can protect Aly, I will take care of her."
Ilsidur d20+1=14 d10+1=3 Thursday November 23rd, 2000 9:20:54 PM
Ilsidur moves closer to the attacking orcs, swinging at orc #7 [OOC: hit AC 3], and hitting it a glancing blow along the side [4 hp damage, forgot to add +1 for strength bonus]. He shouts in orcish, "My axe is blooded, now it will finish the rest of you weakling scum!"
Alyndar d4+1=5 d4+3=7 d4+3=6 Thursday November 23rd, 2000 11:18:08 PM
Alyndar see's that Most likely Trace and Uteva has the Masked Lady riding at him taken care of so he reverts to the target that gives us the most trouble, Patches. Aly recites the words, makes the proper gestures, and throws a handful of ground mica in the direction of Patches, putting Patches in the area of effect but not anyone else. [ Glitterdust ]
[ he gets a save, if failed he is blinded for 5 rounds, the area of effect lasts for 7 rounds. The effect is : -4 to attack rolls, ac and saving throws ] [ area of effect is a 20' cube ]
Disregard the last roll.
Lok Mufflefoot d4+1=2 d20=9 Friday November 24th, 2000 7:38:01 AM
Tired of staying safe behind his bow and seeing that Sir Thomas really needs help, Lok pulls his new dagger out as well as his silver ball. Closing on Patches he says "Terrific" when he is close enough sending the silver ball shooting out at patches and striking him in the head doing minor damage (auto hit 2 points damage, Patches must save or be stunned). As well, he leaps at Patches (9 to hit, forgot the +2 to hit modifier but don't think it helps enough hits ac 8) with his new orcbane dagger at the ready, but it somehow decides to be deflected by one of the windmill arms and comes back around to him. With a deep growl in his throat, the halfling appears to have only the thought of Patches dying etched across his furrowed brow.
Red-faced Uteva d20=8 Friday November 24th, 2000 12:39:50 PM
"Argh!" Teva shouts in frustration as she hits the ground on a well-padded portion of her anatomy. "Daughter of a she-goat!" She manages to hang onto her bow, though her faces flushes at the indignity. (Passed voluntary Dex check.) She climbs quickly to her feet, drawing a dagger to defend herself. "Now you've angered me, witch!"
She heads toward Trace and Alyndar as quickly as she can, dodging opponents where necessary. "Coming, Trace," she calls.
Sly Foxx and Luke d20=2 d20=16 d6=2 Friday November 24th, 2000 5:45:08 PM
Sly Foxx uses his bow to Orc #9 and #10. While Luke run down to attack the Four armed wonder. Missing #10 =, But hitting #9 for 2hp. " Darn, allow for the wind, you'll get hurt this way."
Sly Foxx and Luke d20=7 d20=10 d6=1 Friday November 24th, 2000 5:48:51 PM
Sly Foxx uses his bow to Orc #9 and #10. While Luke run down to attack the Four armed wonder. Missing #10 =, But hitting #9 for 2hp. " Darn, allow for the wind, you'll get hurt this way."
What this? what did you do?Dm -Ceil- d20=6 d20=15 d20=20 d20=4 d20=20 d20=3 d20=9 d6=5 d6=3 d6=1 d6=5 Friday November 24th, 2000 6:26:35 PM
The spell that Alyndar work, a flash of bright hits and Patches screams, But that don't stop him. With renewed energy, his arms swing faster and his spinning gets a wider circle. them the Bird attacks him(with 3hp damage), and a dog attack his jugular(with 5hp damage). Then someone jumps on his back(for 5 more hp damage). Now Patches falls on his back and twiches a little, and then Patches is dead. The four orcs (#5, #7 dead with 1hp, #8, #9, and #10) are marching forward, and now banish their bows for short swords. They will attack in the next round. Now Uteva get up, but the Mask Lady grabs her ankle and bring her down again, " Come here to me, you big cow. You'll be my sacrifice to the Dark One." With this said she is going to pull a dagger out of her belt and will use it.
Alyndar d4+1=5 d4+1=3 Friday November 24th, 2000 7:48:13 PM
Aly smiles as Patches falls to the ground with the 2 animals tearing him to shreds. He turns his attention towards the Woman grabbing Uteva, he recites the words and points at the woman, letting fly 2 blue streaks of pure magic, striking the woman in between her shoulderblades, doing : 8 points of damage.
Ilsidur d20=15 d10+2=8 Friday November 24th, 2000 8:04:48 PM
[OOC: REMEMBER, THIS IS THE LAST ROUND WITH THE +1 TO HIT AND DAMAGE BONUS FOR THE BLESS SPELL] Ilsidur watches with great satisfaction as the orc crumbles in front of him [#7 dropping], then moves to intercept # 8, 9, and 10. As he moves, he shouts, "Keep up the archery work! I'll hold them off as best I can. Sir Thomas, can you help Uteva?" Nearing the orcs, he shouts in orcish, "Three weakling little orcs for one dwarf, those odds are about right! Step right up!" Then he takes a mighty swing at orc #8 [OOC: Hit AC 1], chopping deeply down into the shoulder joint [for 8 hp damage]. He laughs loudly as the thrill of combat comes over him.
Ilsidur Friday November 24th, 2000 8:07:01 PM
[OOC: Ceil, in my last post, I hit AC2, not AC1.]
Sly Foxx and Luke d20=1 d20=17 d6+1=3 Saturday November 25th, 2000 11:40:17 AM
Sly out of the corner of his eye, the orc(#5) move, So Sly sends a couple of arrows his way, the first arrow hits and does 3hp of damage, the other arrow misses the orc. Sly is pretty proud of Luke, but wonders 'how am I going to make him let go?'.
Trace and Radiant (Victory is at hand!) d20+2=17 d8+4=10 d20+3=5 d20+3=23 d20+3=11 d20+3=18 Saturday November 25th, 2000 12:04:20 PM
Trace rushes down to finish off the rest of the orcs and as he runs by Uteva and the cultist he takes his sword and lops off the head of the cultist and keeps on running down to where the last of the battle is. (hits -3ac with 10hp's dmg.). Trace then calls to Radiant from the trees to attack the closest orc. With such percesion Radiant darts down upon the unluck orc with such fury (hits twice out of 4 passes hitting ac-3 doing 2hps dmg, hitting ac2 doing 2hp's dmg.)
Alyndar Saturday November 25th, 2000 11:55:21 PM
Aly rushes behind Trace and heads for the captives. He rushes to them, frees them from their bonds, and the hurries them to the safety of the cart. Hovering over them the whole time like a mother hen over her chicks.
Uteva Sunday November 26th, 2000 3:34:33 PM
Teva disentangles herself from the dead woman, suppressing shudders of revulsion. She clambers once more to her feet, looks around at the carnage, and readies her bow to target the remaining orcs.
Sir Thomas d20=4 Sunday November 26th, 2000 11:03:06 PM
Thomas returns from whereever he was and curses himself for his delays in fighting Patches. Maybe his ploy in drawing the attention of the large oughf worked to his friends' benefit. It only cost him a painful gash in his arm and the loss of his shield. When Patches drops Thomas rises from behind his shield and spits on the carcass and drops his trashed shield on top of it. He then turns and charges the orcs that are facing off against Ilsidur. He runs with his sword raised high and both hands on the pummel. "Face me you foul creatures! Domi will be proud of me when he sees what I have done to you." Unfortunately, Thomas only draws their attention with his mighty two-handed swing as he charges past and must turn to fight them from the opposite direction that he charged in. (Rolled 4 hitting ac 11. At least it wasn't a 1) Thomas faces off with his sword in front of him ready to absorb any attention the orcs wish to give him.
Lok Mufflefoot d20=12 d4+2=3 d4+1=3 Monday November 27th, 2000 12:16:30 PM
(ooc forgot to add that bless +1 hit and +2 for orcs from dagger, I gotta be more careful) Lok leaps to Ilsidur's side and grins at him a moment. "Me too, me too!" With that he darts for #9 and stabs his dagger quickly at the orc and with surprising agility(15 to hit 3 damage). Wiggling one ear at the orc he says "TERRIFIC" loudly and the silver ball in his right hand leaps out striking the orc straight in the forehead (3 dam sv or be stunned). Giggling at the happy results so far of the battle the halfling prepares for the onslaught of the other orcs.
OH Your Going To Get It - Dm Ceil - Monday November 27th, 2000 8:15:19 PM
The four Orc that are left, just cannot believe that Patches is dead. " Come let us kill all... We cannot go back to brothers... They kill us cause we did not fight right.... So let's start with these slaves....." With this said the will turn and try to slaughter the slaves. The bird and the dog are still hitting on patches corps. Alyndar smiles, No smirks at the body of the last Mask ones, but look to see that the others are not looking at his enjoyment, after all he is a Gray Elf. Ilsidur watches as the four orcs (badly hurt orc) turn to do their worse. Sly is getting pretty proud of him self, He's helping instead of getting help, Fells good, real good. Will send two more arrows. Trace is drunk with the taste of victory, charges on. Uteva gets up and will kick some dirt in the mask low life. Sir Thomas pulls himself up to his full height, discard his shield and press on to the rest of those orcs. Lok with renewed glee stabs the orc, yells "TERRIFIC" and the Silver Ball leaps out of his hand and stuns the orc, with cross eyes the orc falls to the ground (stunned but not dead YET" As the slaves yells and cries for their lives, for they see those who are still alive will kill them.
Qwint Edsa d20=14 d6=4 d8=3 Monday November 27th, 2000 8:32:57 PM
OOC: Sorry I haven't been posting, please ignore d6, was a misroll Qwint grimaced, and pulled a n arrow out of his leg. He knelt down, and fired another shot (THAC0 is 18), the arrow sailed through the air and...
Trace and Radiant d20+1=5 d20+1=20 d8+3=9 Monday November 27th, 2000 8:34:04 PM
After Trace decapitated the masked cult he ran down and put himself between the slaves and the orcs. As the group advances Trace spins and swings twice missing first but putting a hard thunk on the second pass as the sword finds it's mark (hitting ac of -6 with 9hp's dmg.) Trace pulls back in a defensive manner inorder to protect the slaves so that the orcs have to go through him to attack.
Qwint Edsa (forget other post-keep rolls) Monday November 27th, 2000 8:34:12 PM
OOC: I forgot to put something into that post... OOC: Sorry I haven't been posting, please ignore d6, was a misroll Qwint grimaced, and pulled a n arrow out of his leg. He knelt down, and fired another shot at one of the Orcs about to kill the slaves (THAC0 is 18-rolled 14), the arrow sailed through the air and...
Alyndar Monday November 27th, 2000 9:24:38 PM
Aly, on his way to the save the captives, sees the the 4 remaining orcs turn to do their worst on them. Aly comes to a stop, and casts Color Spray in their direction.
Sir Thomas d20=17 d20=4 d8=2 d4=2 d4=4 Monday November 27th, 2000 10:41:02 PM
Sir Thomas takes a mighty two handed swing at one of the orcs with his large sword. (rolled 17 hitting ac -2 for 9hp damage -- ignore d8 that's a one handed attack damage.) He strikes true to the creature and tries to take a bite out of another while he's at it, but his aim is not so true the second time. He misses, but continues to advance on his soon to be dead victims. (rolled 4 hitting ac 11)
Sly Foxx and Luke d20=8 d20=10 Tuesday November 28th, 2000 12:34:58 AM
"Oh! Boy! it's getting hard to aim now, too many friends and not enough foes." Sly ponders as he miss his targets (both of them).
Lok Mufflefoot d20+2=12 d4+2=6 d4+1=2 Tuesday November 28th, 2000 7:24:16 AM
Lok leaves the stunned orc on the ground leaping at the orcs who are nearing the slaves. There are more imporant things than killing orcs he thinks to himself. With a battle cry that only a halfling can really muster he nears the orcs heading towards the slaves and takes a swing at them with his dagger (12 to hit, hits ac 7 i think, 6 damage). Unsure as to the effectiveness of his dagger he grins while being nearly on top of the orc and whispers to the orc "I am a TERRIFIC juggler". With that the little ball bounces off the shoulder of the orc speedily.(damage 2, sv vs stun)
Uteva d20=10 d20=14 Tuesday November 28th, 2000 9:05:31 AM
Though desperate to save the captives, Teva can't bring herself to fire recklessly into the midst of friend and foe. In her care to target only one of the orcs (-4), her shots fly past him, the second arrow narrowly missing his ear.
And Now There Are Two - Dm Ceil - d20=2 d20=8 Tuesday November 28th, 2000 7:12:42 PM
The battle is heathing up, even thow the orc are getting the worst of it, but they still fight on. Quint even has he takes the arrow out of his leg, lets fly an arrow hitting #8 for his last 3 points of life. Trace almost slices poor orc #9 for his last 9hp, the orc fall to peices. Lok with his jumping get orc #6 , with a 6hp,then another 2hp of damage, the orc #6 stagers and raises his dagger and bend to kill one of the slaves, GETs hit by Utiva trick shot, which hit him in the ear, for 1hp. there he dropp dead. So the only orcs that are left are #7 and #10. The two left are bloody and will attack the slave. They try to stab them in the back, but they are to hurt, they miss. "Must Kill Slave....Must Kill Slave..." they repet as they will try again.
Sly Foxx and Luke d20=7 d20=13 Tuesday November 28th, 2000 7:19:34 PM
Sly seeing that Quint is hurt, will shoot his two arrows (which misses), and now will bandage Qwint wound.
Trace and Radiant d20+1=11 d8+3=11 Tuesday November 28th, 2000 9:32:34 PM
Trace continues to keep himself infront of the orcs. Stepping over the halved orc he moves on to the next one swinging with deadly percision. (orc #7 -hit ac 3 with 11 hp's dmg.) Blood sprays everywere then Trace drops his sword and hovers over the slaves that way if any one is attacked it would be him. "I have them covered kill the orc!"
Sir Thomas d20=16 d8=7 d4=1 d4=3 Tuesday November 28th, 2000 9:47:46 PM
[OOC: and what of Sir Thomas' last attack? Hit once and missed once.] Thomas sees Trace's heroic move and tries to take advantage of the move. He comes down with another two handed thrust, giving the business end of the sword to the orc. (rolled 16 hitting ac -1 for 4 + 3= 7 hp damage. Ignore the d8 because that's a one-handed attack . . . again . . . an accident) He speaks to the orc in a calm voice full of rage, "Domi smells your dying, rotten carcass already scum. You will have handed you the justice that you would deal. Mercy is out of my hands, Alemi will judge you now." Thomas pulls his sword free from the creature and watches as it dies or as his friends converge on its wounded squirmings.
Alyndar Tuesday November 28th, 2000 10:51:46 PM
EXCUSE ME !!!!!
2 posts ago Aly casted Color Spray on these orcs, unless they are super duper up in level they are unconscious.
Uteva d20=6 d20=15 d6=1 Wednesday November 29th, 2000 10:24:57 AM
Having discovered a pattern that works for her, Teva looses another pair of arrows. The second leaves a bloody graze across orc #10's scalp.
Lok Mufflefoot Wednesday November 29th, 2000 6:21:22 PM
Seeing that his friends have the situation well in hand, Lok runs back and ties up the orc who he stunned using rope from his pack. As he ties the halfling mutters "mean old goblinkin trying to cause harm to people. It's terrible I tell you, terrible." With that Lok motions to his friends so that they will come nearer to help him question the to be captured orc.
The Battle Ends - Dm Ceil - Wednesday November 29th, 2000 6:42:08 PM
A cheer is heard for the slaves (who are under the nets)"HURRAH THE ORCS ARE DEAD." As Trace finishes slicing up Orc #7. Sir Thomas is still in battle mode when he with one mighty swipes of his blade, slices Orc#10 from the top of his head to the tip of his little green toes.(he's DEAD) Sir Thomas and Loc have to laugh when two arrows from Uteva's bow come whizzing by. Ilsidur going to the slaves to see to their safety, almost trips over one of the dead orc. He sees something in his hand a vile of blue potion, Ilsidur recognize it as being a potion of heals all hit points. Uteva is a little red face because she's a little mad at herself, when she comes across one of the horses saddle bag in side is one smoky white potion and a scroll of Glitterdust. Alyndar smiles to himself and thinks*Hmmm not a bad days work* Meanwhile Sly has bandage Quint leg and now the both of them will go down and meet with the party.
Trace and Radiant Wednesday November 29th, 2000 7:33:39 PM
Trace seeing that the danger is over picks up his sword then heads back to the top and retrives his bow. As Trace makes his way down he tries to search for his arrows and search the body's for treasure or anything that can be sold. Trace will also try to round up the horses and tie them to the wagon. "Hey what about the cave? Sir Thomas and Lok, will you two go with me to inspect the cave incase there are more orc hideing out back there?" Trace ties up the horses then makes his way to the cave moveing slowly in useing his infravision to scan the cave as he enters.
Ilsidur Wednesday November 29th, 2000 8:07:51 PM
Ilsidur moves over beside Lok. "Good thinking Lok. I speak orcish, so let me ask this slime-piece a few questions." Ilsidur shakes the orc awake and holds his axe-blade to the orc's throat. "Now," he says in orcish, "We are going to ask you some questions, and we are going to get some answers, and if everyone gets what they want, we just might let you go. Are you going to talk, or do I open you a new mouth-hole?" He waits to hear what the orc has to say, and also waits to hear what the others want to ask the orc prisoner.
Sir Thomas Wednesday November 29th, 2000 8:24:33 PM
Thomas hears Trace's request for backup and thinks that he should go. "Ilsidur, I think you can handle this as well without me as with me. Find out about that big orc, the bear, that's all I want to know." Thomas takes a second to look at the wound on his arm from 'Patches'. "Down to the bone, dang that hurts." Thomas puts it out of his mind and jogs over to the cave mouth and enters with his sword up, right behind Trace. "Trace, would like the big guy to take the lead in hear? You'll be safer that way." Thomas' face grows a wide grin as the two plus any others that join them enter the cave.
Alyndar Thursday November 30th, 2000 12:05:11 AM
Seeing that all is well in hand, Aly goes and gets the cart and horses and brings them up to where the group is.
Uteva Thursday November 30th, 2000 10:11:56 AM
Teva leads her erstwhile wrestling partner's mount down to the roadside and hands the reins over to Trace with a smile. "My thanks for back there," she tells him, pointing over her shoulder in the direction of the cultist's headless body. She touches her hair, wincing to find it spattered with drying blood. "Even if you did muss my hair."
The slim young woman gives Ilsidur and his new friend a wide berth and moves to help Alyndar with the former slaves. "Are you folk all right? I'm Uteva Nerine. I'm so glad we arrived when we did." Having freed one woman from the net, she soothes, "There, isn't that better? Once the boys have checked the cave, we'll move down the road a ways and then I'm sure my friend Alyndar here will stuff you full of scrumptious treats."
Teva keeps up this calming chatter while she and the grey elf remove the nets and lead the captives away from the carnage.
Sly Foxx and Luke Thursday November 30th, 2000 11:56:50 AM
Sly helping Quint down the path and they both pick up lose arrows. As Sly bring Qwint to see Ilsidur for those wounds, "Ilsidur will help you, I got to get Luke before he eats the corps and gets sick on all that Orc meat." Then walks to Luke (Luke was still holding the on to Patch) "OK! Luke! he's dead he won't bother anybody again, Good Boy! Nice Job! Let Go! Down!" As the dog lets go, Sly give Luke a piece of jerky. Sly spots a Little leather bag around patches neck. Sly takes and opens it, then look inside -- there is five gems -- Emeralds -- all about the same size. Sly walks over to Uteva's side, and tell her "Look what was around Patch neck. Luke found it."
Lok Mufflefoot d100=99 d100=42 Thursday November 30th, 2000 4:06:10 PM
Lok grins as the imposing dwarf takes control of the prisoner. Moving out of the way he giggles a little. Halfling just weren't good to be around during interrogations, they ruined the mood. "I'll check the cave, donna worry!" With that he walks not in the shadows (failed hide in shadows 99) but quite silently (pass move silently 42) down into the cave to scout what is below. With dagger and silver ball at the ready he hopes not to disturb whatever might be down there before he can call for help if need be.
And The Winners Are?- Dm Ceil Thursday November 30th, 2000 6:51:34 PM
As Trace and Sir Thomas enters the dark cave, the light fades and the walls gets narrower. Then the path opens up into an area of about 75 feet circular. Where you can see that it was used to keep slaves before sales (a big holding pen). With straw for beds, some chains, pot of dirty water and not much else. Going around you could see where the smaller orc sleeping mats were, no personal things but a whip or two and a hand full of leather bindings (12 to 16 leather strips), a place where there was a fire and some spoil food there still (you can never tell with Orc Food, maybe they like it that way). Then you can upon HIS corner, There was a big pile of straw with five big animal hide strewed on it. As for a pillow there seems to be a med. bag, about 15inches by 25inches long, tied with a strong yellow cord. At first it look soft, BUT when you open the bag and look inside, you find in scroll cases five of them 1st.- scroll of Cure Moderate Wounds, 2nd.- scroll of Barkshin, 3rd.- Scroll of Shield, 4th.- scroll of identify, 5th.- scroll of Glitterdust and two leather pouches, one with 500gp. in coins and the other 800sp. in coins. both Trace and Sir Thomas look at each in wonder when in back of them they hear Loc say" Oh! Boy! a Bag of Holding. Meanwhile out side of the cave, as Alyndar come back with the wagon. Anybody that has found treasure or is hurt, YELLS at him. Hey! over here I need help, or WOW! Alyndar look at this, THE SLAVES are free, or better still he fell wanted when he hears Sly say,"Do you have any cookies left... PLEASE."
Sir Thomas Thursday November 30th, 2000 7:55:11 PM
After searching the cave fairly thoroughly, but not so thoroughly as to find any secret doors if there are any, Thomas puts his sword in its sheath where it belongs. "Well, I guess we had better start hauling this stuff outside, and then see what else we can do to help clean up the mess. I think we should post a watch because if I remember correctly, 'Patches' said something about his big brother. If he comes back it would be best if we knew about that as soon as possible." Thomas starts hauling treasure out in as large of loads as he can. WHen he first emerges from the cave again he comments to the rest of the group, "All clear in here as far as I tell. He deposits the findings in an area that is accessible by the cart so that no more carrying is needed. When that is finished, he helps dispose of the bodies and suggests the lookout, "Lok, would you care to keep an eye out for any company we might get? It's a really important job, so if you want to do it give it your full attention. what do you say?" When the area is clear of bodies and debris and such, Thomas will look for other ways to help the situation. Maybe talking to the freed slaves, or tending to wounds as best an untrained healer can, maybe the wound in his own forearm. There are probably a thousand things Thomas can jovially do.
Trace and Radiant d20-3=15 Thursday November 30th, 2000 10:07:51 PM
Trace can only shake his head at Sir Thomas' comments about haveing the big guy leading the way. Upon finding the treasure Trace makes a search of the cave for hidden doors. (dont even ask me what the roll is for). Afterwards Trace makes his way out to the rest of the group and to keep watch. "I suggest that we leave as soon as possible since this sight looks to be frequented by orcs and we dont want to get caught off guard by another group arriveing here."
Ilsidur Thursday November 30th, 2000 10:15:20 PM
Ilsidur asks, in a low, threatening voice, (in Orcish), "Tell me about this spot. Do you run a big slave trade? Who buys the slaves? Where is your main camp? Where can we find the huge orc with the 4 arms? Can you take us there?" As he asks each question, he waits for an answer from the orc before asking the next one.
Alyndar Friday December 1st, 2000 9:17:40 AM
Aly pulls the wagon to a stop , rounds up the horses, if any, and ties them to the wagon, and then pulls out his first aid kit, going to each and every groupmate, and begins binding wounds.
Uteva Friday December 1st, 2000 10:56:00 AM
"Good job, Luke," she says, winking at Sly while digging her fingers into the dog's ruff.
Teva talks as she helps with the corpses. "I agree about moving on. We won't do as well in a second fight without the advantages of an ambush and Alyndar's fiery blast."
"Unless you've another of those spells prepared?" she asks, turning to the older elf. "I owe you an apology, by the way. Last night I thought you unreasonably cruel to Dieb and her companions. Today, you had to save me from one of them. I suppose --" and here she laughs, self-mocking, and speaks more quietly. "I suppose I don't like to think that people can be as evil as the monsters." The little bard touches his arm, lightly. "I'm sorry, Alyndar. And thank you."
Teva raises her voice and turns to the others. "Now let's get these people out of here. Would any of you like to arm yourselves?" she asks the captives. "We'll be taking the remaining weapons to sell. We're headed South -- where can we take you folks?"
Alyndar Saturday December 2nd, 2000 11:35:01 AM
Alyndar smiles at Teva, he pats her on the arm and says: it's ok little one.
Aly goes to the back of the wagon, pulls out a hard ceramic pot with cork topper and opens the top, he reaches inside and pulls out 6 cookies the size of Lok's hand and goes and hands one to each person in the group. He then escorts the captives to the cart and offers them Cookies and Peach Cider.
While everyone is eating, Aly takes inventory of everything gained here. (will send all an email with the items, Lok, what is your email addy?)
Sly Foxx and Luke Saturday December 2nd, 2000 12:19:02 PM
Sly takes the cookie offerd to him, "Thank-you Sir..". Then watches Uteve walk away from him, "Hmmm-- nice". Sudenly snaping out of hid daydream, turns to Alyndar and ask, "Is there anything I can help with? I have some healing potion in my back pack?"
Rain, Rain, Go Away
New Captives and Old (DM Lee-Anne) Saturday December 2nd, 2000 7:43:13 PM
The wounded and bound orc lies curled on the ground, his crossed eyes staring past Ilsidur's left shoulder. At first, he appears to ignore the dwarf's questions, but finally he stumbles into halting speech. "No sale," he whispers in his harsh tongue. "No silver . . . for Clurt." A weak cough wets his lips with pinkened spittle, and a spreading stain darkens the ribs under his arm.
Near the cart, the rescued humans wolf down the proferred cookies even more quickly than Sly. Though filthy and hollow-eyed, they appear relatively whole. Three are dressed much like the gypsies at last night's camp. The other, a thin, younger man, wears clothes of a much finer cut and cloth.
This man sips his juice and sighs blissfully. "Ah . . . thank you. That's just what I needed. Those brigands gave us food, but," and he waves his thin hand about, causing the torn cuff to flap, "I couldn't bring myself to touch it. No telling what it was. Or who." He shudders.
"I'm Maurice, of Hook City, and I can't thank you enough for coming to our aid. They caught me on my way to Threshold." He scans the party, considering. "But I'd rather travel with your well-armed and obviously capable group, if you don't mind. Headed South, are you? Into the Sargassi?"
To the Northwest, gathering grey clouds threaten to block the midday sun.
Sly Foxx and Luke Sunday December 3rd, 2000 10:10:35 AM
Sly just stands there and with a look of amazement, watches the rescued humans eat,*WOW! I better not put my hands anywhere near those cookies, or they'll eat my hand.* thinking to himself. "Come, Luke"said Sly, not wanting the dog any where near the body of patch. Sly walks to the side of Sir Thomas, and ask " When we leave here, what will our marching order again?"
Sir Thomas Sunday December 3rd, 2000 11:09:42 PM
Not having much to do but wait for the party to prepare to leave, Thomas waits around the cart fiddling with the bandage Alyndar put on his arm. He keeps his eyes on the horizon as his fingers run across the bloody bandage. In response to Sly's question, "Well Sly, would you like to take point, or would you rather Trace do it?" Then Thomas pauses thoughtfully for a second, "or better yet, would you like to take point together." MOre of a statement than a question Thomas follows his line of thinking out loud. "There is safety in numbers and we are in troubled lands. Yes, I think it would be better if both of you took point, then the rest of us could walk with the cart and the slaves. I think that's the best way to go. Got any suggestions? I would like your input." Thomas begins to feel uneasy about their situation the longer they stick around, but a part of him hopes they are around when the rest of the orcs return. It wouldn't bother him at all to get a fair shot at that big slob of a creature we call Bear.
Trace and Radiant Sunday December 3rd, 2000 11:50:04 PM
Trace listens to Sir Thomas request and moves to Sly. While putting Sly in a head lock and dragging him away from the cart Sly and Trace make their way to the front to continue their way to Hook city. "Come on little brother our friends need guideance and by the way, your getting better in combat my friend, soon well put you on the front lines so you can shine in battle." When everyone is ready, Trace leads the group South on the trade road headed for Hook city. "We might start looking for shelter if we dont want to get caught out in the rain."
Alyndar Monday December 4th, 2000 12:19:53 AM
Aly will bind any wounds the rescuees have while they feed themselves. Aly puts out his hand to Maurice and says: I am Alyndar, then points to the various groupmates saying, the wild looking one there is Sly, and his faithful poochie, Luke and the short adorable one is Uteva, the tall uptight one is Sir Thomas, and the grumpy looking one is Ilsidur, the playful one is Lok and the brash brother is Trace. I've been with these people for awhile and they are about the best bunch of people I have ever met. We would be happy to have you join us onward to Hook City if you wish, but I think we should head in the direction of the Gypsie caravan so that these 3, motioning to the other rescuees, might be reunited with their families. Aly awaits a response from the rest of the group while moving stuff around in the cart for the 4 new people to sit.
Uteva Monday December 4th, 2000 12:03:12 PM
Uteva holds onto the dwarf's cookie for him while he questions the prisoner. "I don't know, Ilsidur. He doesn't look too intimidated." She takes a bite and continues, spraying crumbs. "What did he say?"
Teva pauses with the cookie partway to her mouth, glances at it, then puts it guiltily behind her back. "Oops. Ah -- Alyndar. I prefer to continue South. If we head after the gypsies, we'll be playing catch-up, and heading straight into bad weather." She eyes the horses, considering possibilities. "Well, on horses we could catch them quickly, but the cart is a lot slower, and half of us will be on foot."
Alyndar Monday December 4th, 2000 12:30:44 PM
Aly turns to the 3 Gypsies and asks them what they would prefer to do, would you like to each take a horse and some supplies, some weapons too and head south towards the caravan OR would you prefer to head to hook city with us?
Aly smiles at Teva, goes to the wagon, and pulls out another cookie and hands it to her.
An idea comes to Aly at this point and he shares it with the group. By the looks of things, a storm is brewing, like our your frivolous friend here pointed out. (pointing to Uteva) What say we stay here and ride out the storm, we have cover (motioning to the cave) and we have an area we can defend, besides, I am almost out of spells and that combat wore me out. PLUS, by the looks of these people, they need a good nights sleep with a full meal or 3 under their belts.
Ilsidur d8=4 Monday December 4th, 2000 1:00:46 PM
Ilsidur can feel the orc's life bleeding away, and swears under his breath. He resigns himself to doing what is necessary, and prays for Marmathon Dur's healing power to help the orc survive [OOC: CLW gives 4 hp back]. "At least I still have one spell left," he thinks to himself. While the orc is recovering, Ilsidur binds his hands and feet, then returns the axe blade to the orc's throat. "Now, once again, you will answer my questions, or my healing spell will go to waste on your soon-to- be-dead body. Tell me about this spot. Do you run a big slave trade? Who buys the slaves? Where is your main camp? Where can we find the huge orc with the 4 arms? Can you take us there?" As before, as he asks each question, he waits for an answer from the orc before asking the next one. If the orc seems the least bit co-operative, Ilsidur will give him a sip of water.
Lok Mufflefoot Monday December 4th, 2000 6:26:01 PM
Lok prances about from slave to slave trying to raise their spirits even more. He juggles a few rocks and does a few tumbles. Moving from slave to slave he offers a few jokes and wiggles his ears. Happy that they have done a truly good dead today the halfling seems to have regained some of his happy demeanor.
Captives Old and New (DM Lee-Anne) Monday December 4th, 2000 7:17:31 PM
The gypsies confer briefly, and the older woman steps forward. "We will try for this caravan," she says. "A moving target is a hard target to hit, eh? And we're no strangers to rain in the Gateway Downs."
They each choose a pair of daggers and a horse. Even the younger girl flows easily up into the saddle. The woman accepts a bundle of supplies with a solemn nod. "You have our thanks." All three riders turn their mounts North, and are soon lost to sight around a bend.
"Well!" Maurice rubs at the light stubble on his jaw. "Fairweather friends, indeed. She does have a point, though." He flicks his fingers toward the advancing clouds. "This is Gateway. If you stop to wait out the rains, you could wait for days -- or weeks."
Meanwhile, Ilsidur's new friend appears to be breathing more easily. His eyes uncross and focus on the gleaming metal before him, then shift the study the priest's face. "Clurt lives?" he asks.
Apparently reassured he says, "Big freak dead." He gestures with his chin toward Patches' mauled corpse. "He tell: easy job. Take blind humans at night. Bring to cave. Sell for silver. Bah!" Clurt spits in the direction of the four-armed orc. "Wait many days. No silver."
He slurps greedily from the water and smacks porcine lips. He shakes his head. "Clurt not know place. Come by strange way. Buyer like those." The orc sneers toward the nearest crisped cultist. "This cult, that cult: all same.
Sir Thomas Monday December 4th, 2000 10:28:10 PM
Sir Thomas takes his rain cloak from out of his backpack and puts it on over his armor. "Whatever we do, I think we had better decide and do it together. I, for one, am not opposed to traveling in the rain." Thomas stands around, still waiting for the interrogation to be completed, and for everyone to get together on a course of action. "It would appear that Trace and Sly are not opposed to traveling in the rain either. However, it may not be a bad idea to rest here and leave for Hook City first thing in the morning when we have recooperated. I think Aly has a good point, but I am undecided because I want to get going too. I guess after all of my blundering I will abstain from any form of talking for now. You guys decide." Thomas chuckles as his verbal rationing seems to have made him out to be no more intelligent than that orc with an axe to his throat.
The Orcish Dagger Monday December 4th, 2000 10:30:11 PM
"Clurt stinks! I think he's lying. Teach him a lesson. He knows more. He knows a lot more. Teach him what holding out will get him."
Sly Foxx and Luke Tuesday December 5th, 2000 2:23:51 AM
"Alright! Big Brother! I'll march with you. Say did you see that bird of yours? The way he attack? Boy! what a sight..," Then looks up to the on comming black clouds. "I'm very uneasy about this place, I'd rather take my chances on a muddy road."
Uteva Tuesday December 5th, 2000 4:10:02 PM
The bard wrinkles her nose at Lok's antics, and winks at him when the gypsies leave. "Looks like you chased them away!" She splits her extra cookie with him, as consolation.
She nods in agreement with Sly and waits impatiently for Ilsidur to finish his interrogation. "Qwint, how's that leg? Will you be riding or limping?"
Lok Mufflefoot Tuesday December 5th, 2000 5:44:39 PM
Nodding somberly at the comment Uteva makes he takes the half a cookie thoughtfully. "Next time I will have to REALLY impress them." Suddenly the halfling cocks his ear a little and stares at the dagger which he has been fingering thoughtfully. Looking at the dagger a little cockeyed he shouts to Ilsidur "My dagger knows better Clurt." The halfling takes on an anxious look as he stares at the dagger awaiting further information. Looking about a little embarassed for taking the advice given by a piece of metal to heart, he laughs a little nervously.
Trace and Radiant Tuesday December 5th, 2000 7:42:10 PM
Trace looks to the others, "Well Sir Thomas might not feel that strongly about moveing on but I think it would be foolish to try and rest and recouperate in an area know for orcs. I think we should head out now and take our chances finding some where else to rest for the night. If we come up to trouble I will be in the front lines to protect the group."
Ilsidur Tuesday December 5th, 2000 9:04:32 PM
Ilsidur looks in surprise at the 'talking dagger'? "What would a dagger know about an orc prisoner? Why should I listen to a chunk of metal?" he asks Lok's new toy. He ties Churt's feet using a 2' lead of rope, allowing the orc to walk but not run, then ties a lead around the orc's neck. "I think I'll take you to Hook City, and let the city guard take care of you. Maybe they can get more information out of you than I could. You still haven't told me about the huge orc that can hug people to hurt them. Where is your camp? Will we run into other orc groups on the way to Hook City?" He waits for more answers as he drags the orc over and ties him to the wagon. He tells the rest of the party, "I will follow along after Churt, here, and make sure he doesn't get away." "Churt," he says in orcish, "don't try anything funny unless you want a crossbow bolt in the back" He unslings his crossbow and gets ready to travel. He asks the group, "Does anyone need my last cure spell, or should I save it until later?" [OOC: Help me out with the interrogation, guys. If you don't ask any questions, I'll assume you don't want to know any more from the orc.]
Alyndar Tuesday December 5th, 2000 9:40:53 PM
Aly loads up the wagon, he harness's the ox and donkey to the cart and gets ready to roll.
Maybe you people who are walking should ride for a change, we have 3 extra mounts and the travel can be so much faster now.
Aly makes room on the cart for Maurice. Aly gets into the drivers seat and awaits the signal to pull out
On the Road Again (DM Lee-Anne) Wednesday December 6th, 2000 1:16:06 AM
The orc glares suspiciously at Lok, but says nothing. He falls in quietly enough behind the cart, straightening and looking more relaxed as the sky greys and the temperature cools.
The first drops fall as you move out, and soon it is raining steadily. After a couple of hours' travel, Trace and Sly see two mounted forms loom out of the rain. The outriders allow the elves to pass, and soon you meet their damp and filthy caravan.
Several drovers lead a small train of pack mules toward you. Beyond them, the Trade Road is a mess. Part of the nearby looming slope has slid out across the road, leaving it thick with churned mud and uprooted vegetation for a stretch of about 20 yards. A mixed group of gnomes and well-armed humans works to move the last of three big wagons through the mire.
Maurice speaks briefly with the gnomish caravan master. "Good news!" Maurice tells you, smiling widely. "I may be able to make my meeting after all. These good people will take me safely back to Threshold. It is only civilized that I reward you for your rescue. Perhaps I can help ease your way in Hook City."
He borrows writing implements from the gnome and soon produces a letter on parchment. "Take this to The Frosted Glass, my uncle's tavern in SouthHook. He'll see that you find what you need there."
Alyndar Wednesday December 6th, 2000 1:25:03 AM
Aly accepts the letter on behalf of the group, and thanks Maurice greatly.
Safe travels go to you Maurice, May the God's guide your path and watch over you.
Aly then turns to see how the group plans to get past that mess.
Sly Foxx and Luke Wednesday December 6th, 2000 6:35:58 PM
Sly looks down that path of the worst road he has ever seen. Sly turn to Trace and ask,"how many extra horses do we have left? We are going to need all the help we can get to get the wagon pass this this mud hole..." turnning to Alyndar "Any extra cookies?".
Alyndar Wednesday December 6th, 2000 7:02:58 PM
replying to Sly: no, no cookies for anyone til we get through this mess and to a spot to camp.
With that said, he climbs off the wagon and starts surveying things.
Alyndar Wednesday December 6th, 2000 7:03:03 PM
replying to Sly: no, no cookies for anyone til we get through this mess and to a spot to camp.
With that said, he climbs off the wagon and starts surveying things.
Sir Thomas Wednesday December 6th, 2000 9:42:35 PM
Thomas thanks Maurice and wishes him well in his travels. As to the mud he offers this suggestion, "We could tie the three extra mounts to the wagon and then help push it through ourselves. I am willing to push as long as someone keeps an eye on our friend Clurt." Thomas begins to make himself lighter and more maneuverable by removing his sword and any extra items except his armor that he is carrying that would encumber him to push the wagon. "Ilsidur, I would like you to ask the orc if he values his life. If he responds with any sort of positive, tell him that his life is his back if he answers our questions. Then I think you should go through your line of questioning again. WHere is the Bear, is there a slave trade going on, where is their camp, you know. It's a different approach, but let him know we're reasonable. Now, who's going to help me push?" Thomas starts working with the horses to get them rigged up to the wagon.
Uteva Wednesday December 6th, 2000 9:47:13 PM
"Ah choo!" Though only as wet as everyone else, the little bard manages to look the very image of bedraggled misery. "Goodbye, Maurice. Do try to stay away from orcs in the future. Most of them just won't play nice."
Teva gives him a lopsided smile and a wave, then trails forlornly after Alyndar. "The good news is that once we've cleared this mess, the rain will wash most of the mud off."
Mud Bath (DM Lee-Anne) Wednesday December 6th, 2000 10:16:28 PM
The drovers are moving the last caravan wagon by placing a set of wide wooden planks under the wheels. They work with the ease of long practice.
One of the humans on the team notices Alyndar watching just as they cross the last of the mess. "It's harder than it looks, but easier than flying!" She grimaces and smears mud onto her jerkin. "Road crews just can't keep up with this rain."
Ilsidur Wednesday December 6th, 2000 10:31:38 PM
Ilsidur says, "Sir Thomas, why don't you use your natural charisma and some party funds to see if we can get these drovers to move our cart and livestock past the washout. They clearly are the professionals at this." Then he turns back to a wet and bedraggled Churt, and says in conversational orcish, "Well Churt, none of my friends believe you. They all think that you know more than you are saying. See my big friend over there? (he points at Sir Thomas) Well, he would like nothing better than to rip both your ears off and run a rope through the holes where your ears used to be. However, he is willing to be lenient if you will answer my questions. So, one more chance, where is the big orc that looks like a bear, where is your camp, and who controls the slave trade?" Then he looks over at Sir Thomas, shudders and says, "You really don't want to get him mad."
Trace and Radiant Wednesday December 6th, 2000 10:38:33 PM
"Well I am not sure what could get us across except pushing and pulling." Trace gets out his rope (100'hemp) and begins helping Sir Thomas rigging up the horses. We will use the ruts that they have allready created so the wheel will not sink two deep into the mud. I will pull and coax the horses up front, for some reason I have a thing with animales and the rest of you push the wagon from behind. Uteva, why dont you use your bow and keep watch over us to make sure no one takes advantage of us in our situation." (I take it there is two extra mounts and the mule that pulls the cart, one of trace's skills is engineering if that helps in the rigging of the horses and he is a ranger so he has naturaly ability with animales).
Sly Foxx and Luke Thursday December 7th, 2000 1:11:05 AM
"Ok! Big Brother", Sly Goes to the back of the wagon and tell Sir Thomas," Idon't know how much help I'll be, but any kind of help of mine will help I hope." Sly tells Qwint," You stay into my Special Sleeping Bag of Comfert, untill you fell better." Then Sly will push when Sir Thomas tell him to.
Quint (Ceil) Thursday December 7th, 2000 1:17:04 AM
"Well, my bandage are blood free and I do fell better. this bed roll really works. Hmmm I wisk I had gottin one for me back there." then looking at Utiva, tells her,"I'll hold your arrows for you..." And smiles at her.
Alyndar Thursday December 7th, 2000 10:28:09 AM
Alyndar approaches the female Human and offers to pay them 50gp to get our cart and livestock to the otherside of the muck.
Aly passes by the orc at the same time Ilsidur says the bit to the Orc about ears and rope. He pauses, looks down at the orc, then runs his finger across his throat and in Orc says: answer his question EXACTLY how he wants it answered or ( points to Lok ) his dagger will have fun with you. Then goes to the cart and helps Thomas rig the horses.
Alyndar Thursday December 7th, 2000 11:42:19 AM
(/ooc why did i say female human, im going back to bed)
Lok Mufflefoot Thursday December 7th, 2000 12:21:53 PM
Wiggling his ears at Alyndar and the orc mischieviously he takes his dagger out and starts mumbling things at it and staring at the orc untrustingly from behind it. Turning around to hide his laughter, the halfling says "Yes i will keep a watch too, halfling weren't built for pushing." With that the halfling skips to the side of the road investigating a flower here, and looking in the woods for orcs there. It is an odd mixture of carefree skipping, and vigilance for their situation.
Sir Thomas Thursday December 7th, 2000 11:21:39 PM
"That's a wonderful idea Ilsidur. It seems that Alyndar is already working a bargain. I'll see if I can help." Thomas approaches the conversation and listens as the two converse until they reach a point in the conversation that he has listened enough to feel comfortable jumping in without offending anyone. "Pardon my butting in sir, but we would help of course It just seems to us that you are very practiced. I never would have thought to use the boards. All we ask is your help in getting our single cart across the mudslide, not for you to do the work for us." Thomas continues to take part in the conversation as needed.
Once an agreement is struck or refused he returns to the wagon. It should probably be rigged from Traces skill and hard work. "Thank you Trace. It looks as though you have done a fine job." Thomas looks over the rigging, and not being an experienced engineer thinks to himself, --'That's not how I would have done it, but it looks as though it will probably work better than what I would have come up with.'-- "It is a very good job indeed Trace. Ok, lets get this show on the road." Thomas works with all of the help acquired or available to coordinate a conserted effort that will hopefully get their cart across the mud.
"Push!! Push!! good job guys, lets do it again!! Push!! Keep working, all you've got now, Push!! Almost there!! Keep it up! Gotta go, we'll rest later! 1..2..3...PUSH!!" etc etc etc
Mud Bath (DM Lee-Anne) Thursday December 7th, 2000 11:21:43 PM
The woman doesn't hesitate. "We'll do it for 60. Makes the split easier." She waves off half of her team, and the remaining four easily move the light cart past the disaster area.
Clurt spits in Lok's direction and bares his canines at Ilsidur. "Bah! Weak dwarfs and elf-scum friends. You not kill. Want answer? You pay. Clurt takes silver and leaves."
Orcish dagger Thursday December 7th, 2000 11:26:22 PM
To Lok and only Lok, the dagger replys "He doesn't like you Lok, if he gets free I would watch it. The good news for you is that he doesn't like any of the others either. He says that if we give him some silver he'll tell us what he knows and he'll leave. Based on my experience with orcs in the past, I think that he is probably self-centered enough to do so. Urge your friend to take the offer." The dagger then stops speaking.
Lok is the only character to have heard the advice of the weapon, and can do with the information as he wishes.
Sir Thomas Thursday December 7th, 2000 11:31:27 PM
Having moved forward too quickly, Thomas would like a rewind. Thomas looks to Alyndar and holds back nothing, "I think it is worth the 60 to have their help, I agree, but you have the final say as holder of the funds. Do we have that kind of funding?" Thomas knows the answer to be yes, but hopes to give Alyndar some teeth to bargain with. Being young, Thomas knows that negotiation is not a strong suit of his. He really has no stomach for it, to much trickery involved. (OOC this is probably another reason why Thomas didn't try to buy anything at the gypsy camp. Not a strong suit.) Thomas would like to now resume his last post as written, thanks.
Alyndar Friday December 8th, 2000 12:41:36 AM
Seeing the ease in which the team of 4 easily move the cart and horses past the disaster area, Aly not only gives them the 60 they requested, but gives them an extra 8 for good measure. Aly thanks them greatly, and then moves up to the cart with the rest of the group.
To the group: it is always wise and good to keep people like those (waving a hand back at the workers) on your good graces, you never know when or where you'll need their kinds help. And if word gets out that we are a fair and generous group, they will be more willing to assist us in the future if need be.
Aly then goes to cleaning the much from the wheels and from the hooves of the animals, then cleans himself off as best as possible and climbs back up on the cart to resume travels.
Qwint (Ceil) Friday December 8th, 2000 9:50:34 AM
"You know if it was not raining, I'd try to walk for a while, just to exercize my leg." said Quint. Then turns to his favorite healer Ilsidur and ask," What do you think of me walking for a bit? Even if it is raining..."
Sly Foxx and Luke Friday December 8th, 2000 10:06:38 AM
Sly is taking a rest and watching the others party member going about lining up to go on down the road. When Sly is ready to go and take his place at the head of the party, Sly will stop next to Sir Thomas and will ask him,"Sir Thomas how long did it take you to build those mussels? Is it part of your training?", Not wanting to irk him, but really wanted to know more about him.
Lok Mufflefoot Friday December 8th, 2000 3:39:57 PM
Walking over to Ilsidur the halfling whispers in his ear so Clurt can't hear "The dagger says we should give him the money and he'll tell us what he knows." Full well knowing that the musings of a dagger can be akin to the musings of a rock he shrugs his shoulders in a "really i'm not crazy and haven't been eating those odd looking mushrooms" way. To Clurt he says "Better be good or I'll tell my dagger to tell all his friends that are weapons to plunge into you next time you try to use them." Giggling foolishly the halfling skips away. When nobody appears to be looking he whispers to the dagger "Hope you are right Twiddle, is Twiddle a good name for you, or do you have a name already. I've never met a dagger you know, so I don't know if proper introductions are necessary. I'm Lok Mufflefoot." Doing a little tumble he comes up bowing. Noticing some of those working on the mudpit looking at him doing tumbles to himself and talking at himself, he sort of whistles innocently and acts as though he is trimming his nails with the dagger.
Ilsidur d20=2 Friday December 8th, 2000 9:54:07 PM
[OOC: Sorry Lee-Anne, I didn't realize that Lok was the only one who could hear the dagger.] While the group and the drovers are pushing the cart through the mudslide, Ilsidur trips Clurt so that he lands face-first in the mud. [OOC: made STR roll of 2 vs. 17 STR] "Oh, sorry about that! Must have been my weak little dwarf legs, I just can't seem to control them. Anyways, if I pay you, you will answer my questions? Fair enough." Then Ilsidur grabs the rope tied around the orc's neck and drags him through the mudslide to the other side. Once on the other side, he calls Sir Thomas over, and says, "Sir Thomas, our orc friend here has agreed to answer our questions, if we pay him and set him free. I will give him 10 gp and one of the cheap daggers, but I need you to use your lie detecting ability (he winks at Sir Thomas out of sight of Clurt) to make sure he is telling the truth. All right?" Then Ilsidur turns back to Clurt and says in orcish, "If you answer my questions truthfully, I will pay you 10 gp, one dagger, your freedom and your life. If you do not answer truthfully, I will leave you tied up here at the side of the road for what or whoever comes along. Maybe some of those ladies looking for sacrificies, who knows? My big friend here can tell if someone is lying when they speak, and he will make sure you are not trying to fool us. Now, once more, where is the big orc that looks like a bear, where is your camp, and who controls the slave trade?"
Trace and Radiant Sunday December 10th, 2000 11:20:12 PM
(if no one objects)
Trace sees Sir Thomas take a horse and decides to do the same. After the information is subtracted from the orc or is killed Trace moves out ahead of the group on horse back and continues down the road keeping watch for would be attackers.
Uteva Monday December 11th, 2000 12:10:59 PM
"Thanks for your help," Teva calls after the drovers. She helps Alyndar unclog the cart wheels while keeping a wary eye on the goings-on around their prisoner. Periodically, she muffles a sneeze in the hem of her cloak.
Truth or Dare? (DM Lee-Anne) d20=8 Monday December 11th, 2000 12:17:54 PM
The team leader accepts the generous payment from Alyndar. Gruffly, she advises, "The next big camp area along is badly flooded." She and the other three drovers quickly rejoin their caravan.
Meanwhile a decidedly filthy and annoyed Clurt manages to twist himself back to his feet without using his hands. He glares at his questioners, studying each one, then seems to come to some decision. The orc replies in his own tongue. "Not know where that big one is. Clurt not see, only hear some talk. Maybe near some road, catching weak-eyed humans. But comes for you for sure now. You killed freak brother."
He pauses to spit. "Camp moves. You saw cave. Before that, valley, near Threshold," he says, mangling the Common word so that it sounds more like Chreck-olt. "That where Clurt takes job. Slaves everyplace, maybe more now. More cults, more sales. Any strong warrior want money, catches slaves. That what Clurt know."
(Any 3rd Edition character who is paying attention to this may make a Sense Motive roll against DC 12. Take a -2 penalty if you don't speak orcish.)
Sly Foxx and Luke d20-1=16 Monday December 11th, 2000 6:16:47 PM
(ooc: Sly has a+1 , that why I roll a -1, Any way sly made his roll))
Sly seems to get the bits and pieces of the conversation. Just by the way the Orc Curt uses his hand and arms in jesters of his story. Sly try to pick up words, when the orc points at trees, caves but really don't know where the main encampment is. One thing the Orc made clear is that Four Arm's Brother will not be happy with us. As for the Ladies Cult goes They are a lot more of them, and they pay good for slaves. Turning to Qwint and just before he goes to the head of the party. Sly tells Qwint to keep a sharp eye out for trouble. Them saying to himself *This trip is going to be interesting, Yes Luke , Very Interesting*
Qwint (Ceil) Monday December 11th, 2000 6:25:27 PM
Quint sit there and watches the others question, unable to understand a word that is being said. Ask Sly if he understands, then listen to Sly's interpretation of the conversation. When Sly tells him to keep a sharp eye for trouble, Qwint tell him,"yes, I agree, we need several keen eyes on this trip." Qwint takes out his bow and arrows puting them on his left side and his sword on his right. Anr keep his eyes on their backs.
Alyndar d20+3=16 Monday December 11th, 2000 6:59:28 PM
ALy turns around in the seat of the cart, watching the conversation going on with the orc. (made my sense motive roll)
Sir Thomas Monday December 11th, 2000 10:51:15 PM
Sir Thomas does as Ilsidur asks of him. During the telling of the story that he can't understand Thomas stands with his arms folded over his chest trying to look even bigger than he really is and gives the orc the "evil-eye" as if trying to determine the truth of falsity of conversation. When the orc stops talking, Thomas leans in to the orc and glares into his eyes for a second, and then pulls Ilsidur away. In a whisper, Thomas asks, "What did he say?" Fully assuming that Ilsidur supplies the information he continues, "If you find out where the curent camp is we might be able to go there under the guise of slave traders and we that way we could trash their deal from the inside. If you can't, I say we let him go and send Trace after him. I believe the orc knows where the camp is, and if he won't tell us maybe he'll show us. It's got to be better than waiting for that big ugly bear to attack us when we aren't expecting it, and at night." Upon finishing with Ilsidur Thomas goes back and stands by the orc again. WHen Ilsidur is all finished with him, whatever he decides to do, Thomas pokes the orc in the chest and says, "you are lucky you told the truth. Let's pay him his reward." When the orc has been totally and completely dealt with, Thomas gets on the horse he claimed and rides to catch up with Trace. If know one has objected he brings the tracker back while telling him the plan. "What do you think friend, can you do it? It is awefully wet, there should be a pretty easy trail to follow." WHen they arrive back at where the group is, Thomas asks, "Does everyone know the plan? Does anyone have a better one?" Thomas feels very at home and secure up on top of the steed he has recently acquired. As he sits atop it he leans down and strokes its mane and neck to sooth it and get to know it. It takes him back to his days with Sir Galdin, days he is very fond of despite the rigorous training he endured. You need a name my new friend. I'll work on it. He strokes its neck often so that it becomes acustomed to his loving touch.
Thomas realizes now that Sly had asked him a question, and he didn't mean to ignore it. "My muscles? Well, I beleive that they are a gift from Domi so that I may carry out the will of his friend Alemi. I train very hard, but most of my training is mental. You see, your mind controls your body, so if you know what you are doing and can see it then it is not a far jump to teach your body how to work. The real trick to being a good fighter is keeping your body in shape to be able to perform all of the things that you can imagine you can. We have enough time traveling that it is not hard to visualize all of the fighting maneuvers that I know. That is what you should do to improve. Visualize what it is that you want to do, and visualize it often and in a manner that you are successful. You'll see improvement before you even begin to look for it. Does that answer your question Sly? We have plenty of travel time if it doesn't."
Trace and Radiant Monday December 11th, 2000 10:55:47 PM
Trace continues to sit on the horse at the front keeping a look out while strokeing Radiant's feathers and feeding him some dried meat.
Orcish Dagger Monday December 11th, 2000 10:56:04 PM
TO Lok:
I have no name, but Lok, I don't know about letting this one go. He seems pretty hateful. It has been my experience that orcs love themselves above all, but this one sounds pretty hateful. And he has been thoroughly humiliated by that short one. Be cautious is my only advice.
Ilsidur d20+4=8 Monday December 11th, 2000 11:13:10 PM
Ilsidur fills the rest of the group in on what the orc had to say. "He seems to be telling the truth about what he knows, although he did mention that he has heard a few things more. [OOC: missed the Sense Motive roll.] Let me ask him about that before we move on." Then he turns back to the orc, scowls and says, "Clurt, you smelly sack of otyugh dung, what talk have you heard about where the big orc could be found?" He waits for the orc's answer, and then answers quietly to Sir Thomas, "Careful what you say around him, he may understand common. If we don't get any more satisfaction from him, we could let him go and follow him, although I think it would be difficult for us all to track after him without him knowing it."
Trace and Radiant Tuesday December 12th, 2000 12:15:52 AM
"Well I belive I could track him very easy, let us let him go and I will track him leaveing a trail easy for the rest of you to follow behind. I will also send Radiant back for you so that you can follow him to me. I havnt tried this before but I belive he can do it. I do have to say I am quite thrilled to have this hunt. Let us find some where to hole up for the night then we will let him go first thing this evening."
(ooc: I also can take two watches now since I have learned that elves sleep only four hours a night for a full rest.)
Lok Mufflefoot Tuesday December 12th, 2000 7:55:26 AM
Lok wiggles his ears at Ilsidur and says quietly "That orc will want revenge on us. He's been humiliated by this i think." Again unsuure on the matter Lok wiggles his ears nervously and contents himself with letting the others make the decisions. It is hard to determine whether this is because a lack of interest in decisions, or a general lack of care for such matters.
Alyndar Tuesday December 12th, 2000 10:00:44 AM
Aly sits in the rain, his frown turning into a scowl, getting wetter and wetter until finally he speaks out: I thought we had a job to do, like saving people from orc raiders or something like that, wasn't that why we were heading to Hook City??? We dont have time to deal with this trash(motioning to the orc) or slave traders. I say we kill him and continue on our journeys. Alot more peoples lives depend on us than a few slaves we might be able to rescue. Slavery happens and a few we will save will not stop it from happening. When the time comes, we will start our anti slavery campaign but right now is not the time.
Alyndar turns in his seat, and edges the ox onward.
Uteva d20=19 Tuesday December 12th, 2000 11:14:01 AM
Though she can't understand his speech, Uteva watches the orc carefully (SM 19+8-2=25). She joins Ilsidur and Sir Thomas out of earshot of their prisoner. "I think he's telling the truth, though there's something else that he's avoiding saying."
The young woman shrugs and brushes a raindrop from the end of her nose. "I don't like any of our options here. He's clearly not a nice person, and if we let him go, he'll likely do more harm. But Ilsidur agreed to release him if he talked. We can't simply kill him in cold blood. Maybe we should bring him with us, even though it means watching him constantly."
Truth or Dare? (DM Lee-Anne) Tuesday December 12th, 2000 11:43:20 AM
Clurt snears down at the Dwarf and shakes his head. "Not know where that big one is. Hired for job. Do job -- get paid. Now, Clurt talk -- you pay."
To Alyndar, Sly and Uteva, it appears that the Orc is telling the truth. It is also clear that he is making a major effort to be cooperative.
The wind picks up slightly, driving the rain sideways past hoods, and flipping cloaks back and forth.
Sly Foxx and Luke Tuesday December 12th, 2000 4:56:35 PM
Sly turns to Alyndar and Uteva, in a low voice tells them," The weather is not getting any better, and the orc look like he's telling the trouth, even thow it hurts him. Let's release him and be on our way to Hook City. Are you sure you don't have any cookies, Alyndar?"
Quint Tuesday December 12th, 2000 5:03:16 PM
Qwint is getting inpatient to leave and be on their way. Turns to Alyndar, Uteva and Sly, saying" Hey! Are you people done with that vile pile of rotten mess of an orc. Give his his reward and let's be on our way." All the time Qwint is trying to get under the oil skin tarp.
Sir Thomas Tuesday December 12th, 2000 7:52:53 PM
Thomas urges his horse over to the group that is around Clurt. "Sounds like the troops are getting restless, so to speak. I think you should pay him and we'll be on our way. I don't want him around to watch either. He's too much of a liability, but it is your decision Ilsidur. Just don't kill him because that would make you no better than he is. Also consider this, you promised him his freedom and to go back on your end of the deal when he upheld his would be almost as low as killing him. No matter how much he may deserve that fate." With that Sir Thomas reigns in his steed and looks down the road and at their surroundings. "It's as good a day to travel as any." Thomas waits patiently as Ilsidur and the others finish with Clurt.
Ilsidur Tuesday December 12th, 2000 9:06:50 PM
Ilsidur nods to the rest of the group, then turns back to Clurt, and unties his bonds, while saying in orcish, "Alright Clurt, here is your 10 gp and your dagger. Take them and your freedom and go. Just remember that we beat you once, and we can do it again if you try to attack us. Also, we will pay much more than this measly 10 gp if you can bring us information on where we can find the big bear orc or his party." He watches Clurt make his way from the party, then turns back and says, "Well, we'll see what comes about with that. Sir Thomas, I had no intention of ever killing him. But I needed hime to think that I would. My experience with orcs is that they only understand power and fear."
He slings his dwarven axe and shield over his shoulder, and readies the crossbow, finally wrapping his cloak around himself to try to keep as dry as possible. "Although I worship Marmathon Dur and praise him by my travels, this is one of those days that would be better served in front of a warm fire, filling in the journal.
Sir Thomas Wednesday December 13th, 2000 7:41:03 AM
"I didn't think you were going to kill him Ilsidur, but you were very convincing and I just wanted to be sure. I'm sorry if I offended you." Thomas smiles feeling a little guilty.
Uteva Wednesday December 13th, 2000 12:20:10 PM
Bouncing a bit on the balls of her feet, Teva turns toward their destination and takes up position by the cart. "Letting him go doesn't feel right," she confesses. "But I'm glad to be rid of him." As if to prove it, she starts a catchy little walking tune, encouraging the others to join in.
Trace and Radiant Wednesday December 13th, 2000 12:46:25 PM
Trace watches the talk with the orc end then gets ready to move out. Rolling his heal back urgeing the horse to walk slowly lowers his arm down to Sly and pulls him up on the horse so that they can both ride. "We will go on out ahead and take point" speaking to the others as Trace kicks the horse again and gallops away a good 30yards keeping his eyes on the trail and looking for fresh tracks that are out of the ordinary. Driveing forward with his hood pulled down low and his cloak whipping, Trace and Sly lead the group, pressing on for Hook City and a nearby cave or campsite.
The Three Forks Inn
A Wet Ride Wednesday December 13th, 2000 12:56:14 PM
Clurt takes the weapon and gold with a grunt and moves quickly up the wooded slope west of the road. He is soon lost to sight.
The harder rain alternates with drizzle for the next couple of days, leaving everyone thoughly wet and cold. It ends suddenly one morning when Trace and Sly ride out from beneath the clouds. The boundary where the wall of rain ends is distinct, as the road on the other side is dry.
The mountains of the Skinny fall away inland and everything begins to dry out. The party is merely very damp as you top a rise in the Trade Road to see a wide river valley spread before you. The last rays of the setting sun pick out the sparkle of Hook City to the Southwest.
A short distance down the road from you stands an inn of moderate size. Warm light beckons from its windows. A pair of large wagons are parked nearby, and several animals are penned in the corral.
Sly Foxx and Luke Wednesday December 13th, 2000 3:04:19 PM
After Sly grab onto the arm of Traceand slides onto the back of the saddle, wispers in his Big Brother's (Trace) ear," I don't trust that Orc, HE had murder in his eyes...)
Qwint (Ceil) Wednesday December 13th, 2000 3:14:03 PM
After several days in that sleeping bag of Sly's, Quint feels great, and the only thing to show for his part in the battle is a scar. He tells Uteva,"I got to get me one of those thing, comes in to dare handy." After the rain and finally comming to the edge of Hook City, and the warm glow of light from the Inn. Qwint smiles at Uteva and pointing to the Inn, tells her "Look there the most beautiful sight in the Worl."
Lok Mufflefoot Wednesday December 13th, 2000 3:38:12 PM
Seeming to let the weather affect him, the halflings ears visibly droop during the journey. His steps fall with a hint less skip in them as he trudges on. When he sees the warmth of the inn almost emnating from the happy abode, his ears twitch with anticipation. "Hot food, warm bed, dry clothes!!!" He suddenly prances about giggling at the thought of all of it. Winking happily the halfling adds "And people to entertain, maybe even children!"
Sir Thomas Wednesday December 13th, 2000 7:27:59 PM
Cold and wet, the knight doesn't let his misery, if any exists show. He rides a few yards, fifty or so, ahead of the wagon. He wants to be only slightly ahead of the group as kind of a second lead man. He feels very at home on top of the horse and has strong urges to let it run, but resists all of them. The hood of his cloak is up to protect him from the rain somewhat, but when the rain stops falling he removes that. He runs his hands through his lengthening hair and rides on. When they come upon the inn he smiles to himself. He rides at the same pace and ties his horse up to the wooden bar besides Trace's. He waits for the wagon to arrive and his friends to gather and enter. He is the last to go into the establishment.
Ilsidur Wednesday December 13th, 2000 11:18:04 PM
Like the rest of the party, Ilsidur shakes the rain off his cape, and rolls it up to stow it in his pack. He rubs the horse dung off his foot, and curses under his breath, "By Baltaran's black beard, I hate horses! If the gods had meant us to ride, he would have given us bowed legs and a more-padded butt. I'm glad Sir Tom is so happy, but give me good old hard ground any day!" he mumbles. Then his disposition lightens up as the sun warms and dries him off. He dires off his crossbow string and moves with the rest of the party towards the inn, to see what kind of ale they might have on tap. "Hopefully, they have a tun of Mountainhome Dark somewhere in the back of the wine cellar," he thinks to himself.
Trace and Radiant Wednesday December 13th, 2000 11:18:39 PM
Trace is relived to see the inn as they finnaly get out of the rain and back to some normal setting that dosnt dampen the heart. Trace ask Sly if Luke would be able to guard the horses and wagon while everyone goes inn to dry off and get some needed rest and sleep, maybe even a glass of green gnome wine before he sleeps. Trace enters first into the inn looking ragged with his weapons hanging off of him, his black hair soaked along with his cloak clinging to his armor. Looking around for some empty chairs or booth to sit and order some drink and eat. As Trace leads the group to some empty chairs he sooths Radiant as he is pretty sure this is his first time to be around this many creatures in a small enviorment. If a wench arrives Trace orders "Yes I would like to order some meat, bread and cheese for me and the others if they want along with a bottle of green gnome wine if available. Also do you have lodgeing available tonight and maybe a bath?"
Alyndar Thursday December 14th, 2000 4:45:38 AM
Everyone sees Aly's mood stay the same since letting the Orc go. Miserable and short tempered. He stays hunched over on the cart at a failed attempt to stay somewhat dry and that only seems to make his mood worsen. When the rains lets up and a few hours of sunshine arrive, his mood doesnt lighten up, he stays hunched over on the cart, urging the ox onward down the road. When arriving at the Inn he tends to the animals and his cart before entering the Inn, he asks for a private room and a HOT bath. He sends out for his clothes to be washed and dried and asks for a bottle of their strongest brandy and a plate of meats and cheeses to be sent to his room. He tips the wait person 2 gold pieces and pays for the groups accomodations and meals for the night.
After bathing and eating and drinking the whole bottle, he dresses himself for bed, and goes to sleep.
Uteva Thursday December 14th, 2000 12:47:21 PM
Teva grins at Qwint's comment, but her worried gaze follows Alyndar. "Have you ever seen him in such a mood for so long before?" she asks the others. "His gloom seems to have outlasted the weather. A warm, dry night will do us all some good, I hope." Winking at Lok, she asks, "Do you fancy juggling to music tonight?"
She accompanies the others inside but only pauses by the table. "Trace, order me something hot and filling, please. I'm going to see if I can't scrub off some of these freckles." She asks about a bath and hurries out of the common room.
The Three Forks Inn (DM Lee-Anne) Thursday December 14th, 2000 2:48:02 PM
A gawky young half-orc hurries out to take charge of the horses and draft animals. She shoos the group indoors, and crouches to make friends with Luke.
You pass beneath the trio of pitchforks arrayed above the lintel into the warmth and good smells of a comfortable common room. Trestles with benches and smaller tables are arranged about a hooded central fireplace. The seats are half filled with patrons, and Trace is able to find a large table near the stairs at the back of the room.
A steely-haired human serving -- er -- wench greets the ranger with a welcoming smile that soon turns to a puzzled frown. "I don't know the green," she says. "The only gnomish we have're a few ales and the Fanfo Blackberry. Got a bit of a kick to it, that, but it's heavy enough fer yer meats. Will you try it? I'll get yer order." The matron turns to go and calls over her shoulder, "We've also got a hearty spiced stew, stuffed artichokes, and roast stingroot."
By the door, the greying innkeep listens to Alyndar's requests and nods politely. "The Three Forks Inn is happy to serve, sir. We've only the six private rooms free, but," and he appraises the party briefly, "if some few of them are willing to share, we can accomodate all of your needs for 30 gold pieces."
The man accepts payment and snaps his fingers, bringing a small boy running. "Young Garn here will see that you're taken care of." He turns to direct Uteva toward the baths while Garn leads Alyndar up the stairs.
The matron soon returns to the table with two large platters heaped with food. One holds an array of hard and soft cheeses, fresh herb and nut breads, and slices of roast lamb, smoked beef, marinated chicken, and some unfamiliar white meat. The second has a large dish of crisp golden roots, and smaller pots of gravy, honey, thick garlic cream, and a spicy vegetable sauce.
"Yon elf paid yer stay and board," she says pointing toward Alyndar's retreating back. "Now, what drinks will you have?"
Sir Thomas Thursday December 14th, 2000 7:34:08 PM
Sir Thomas tips the young half-orc that greets them a few silver pieces, whatever he can find in his small, understocked purse. "Thank you for your trouble." Thomas adds before he follows the others inside.
Inside, Thomas takes in the scenery and sits down at the table. While waiting for the food, Thomas hurries over to the ruffled Alyndar, "Thank you for taking care of the arrangements friend. Have a good evening." Thomas doesn't want to impose on any plans the elf may have for the evening so he keeps it short. He then returns to eat dinner and fellowship with the rest of the group. When he finishes eating he excuses himself to go take a bath and get his clothes cleaned as well. He shaves while he's bathing and retires for the night. On his way to the room he asks the group, "should we be concerned about our things? I don't usually have so much to watch over."
Sly Foxx and Luke Thursday December 14th, 2000 8:06:59 PM
"Your right,Big Brother. In fact I'll get some food and take a bath, and then I'll bring Luke his food and stay the night." then turns to Luke and tell him,"I'll going to get you some food and be right back. Watch the wagon and the other animals." Sly scratches Luke ear.
Qwint Thursday December 14th, 2000 8:17:34 PM
Qwint limps a little, But follows the others to a takes a seat. Quint orders a ale, and watches the other patrons. When the food is brought, He watches Sly eat. Then thinking to himself,*Boy! Sly must have a tapeworm? If I ever eat like that, I'd be fat.* Quint eat a plate full, turns to Uteva,saying" I'd rather have one of Alyndar's meal..."
Trace and Radiant Thursday December 14th, 2000 10:04:22 PM
Trace answers the wench, "I am not much on the hard stuff but any kind of wine will do. Grapes are fine but the wheat and barley will do me in for sure. Also my friend would like a bowl of the hot stew." Pointing to Uteva. When Uteva returns Trace makes room for her to sit. "Some of us will have to bunk together so I thought we could share a room. You can have the bed and I will make a pallet on the floor since I only sleep about four hours, after that I will go and check on Sly outside." After his meal Trace entertains the patrons playing fetch with Radiant useing a small stick that he has picked up on the way in.
Ilsidur Thursday December 14th, 2000 11:20:26 PM
Like the rest of the party, Ilsidur starts to dig into the feast of food. He asks the barmaid, "Would you happen to have any Mountainhome Dark? If not, I'll have some of your darkest stout. Just don't give me any of that weak elven stuff." After supper, he pulls out his journal to update it, then goes upstairs for a bath and a trim of his beard. Coming back downstairs, he approaches the innkeeper. "My name is Ilsidur Wayfinder, and I and my companions are travelling to Hook City. We would be interested in any information that you could impart that might make our journey easier. Also, we were 'bothered' by a huge bear-like orc, and I was wondering if you know anything about him, and perhaps where we can find him? I would make it worth your while for some useful information." He awaits the innkeeper's reply.
Uteva Friday December 15th, 2000 12:54:55 PM
Teva soon retuns to the table dressed in a clean shirt and bodice. "I feel more human!" she says, plonking down on the bench and setting her harp carefully beside her. "Like many things, rain is preferable in moderation." Pleasure shines from her face as she tastes her first scoop of stew. "Even Aly's cooking, Qwint."
She orders a pale ale from the grey-haired serving wench. "Sure, Trace," shrugs and grins at the elf. "My gear is in the second room on the left." After polishing her bowl with a chunk of bread, she quickly tunes her harp and does some limbering exercises. "Do you boys have any requests?"
The Three Forks Inn (DM Lee-Anne) Friday December 15th, 2000 2:17:07 PM
After his bath, Alyndar finds a smaller version of the meat and cheese tray and a bottle of excellent brandy. Gart soon arrives with the cleaned clothes and a little plate that holds a baked stuffed pear drizzled in sweet cream. "Just leave your tray," the boy says, pointing at the floor outside the door. "I'll take it away." Wide-eyed at the size of his tip, he retreats from the room, leaving the wizard in peace and quiet.
Down in the common room, things begin to get rowdy as Uteva launches into Fall Karye's Round, joined by a table full of very muddy drovers. The serving matron puts a hand protectively on her hair each time Radiant flies by. She brings Trace a light purple wine, and proudly hands Ilsidur a heavy flagon. "The Mountainhome," she says proudly. "Just broached, so mind the head."
Local patrons trickle in, joining the travelling crowd in filling the seats. A dark-cloaked man slips in the door and sits in one corner. He keeps his hood drawn low, and refills his small glass several times from the bottle he orders.
The innkeeper listens to Ilsidur and scratches his scalp with yellowed fingers. "The Three Forks is happy to help, Wayfinder. The Trade Road should put you in Hook in a day or so, if you travel afoot. It's usually a safe stretch, though we hear of trouble these days. Your orc, though." He shakes his head. "I'm afraid I can't help with that."
The well-dressed half-elf at his elbow interrupts impatiently. "Are you down out of Gateway? What's the road like?"
Sir Thomas Friday December 15th, 2000 10:25:17 PM
The clean Thomas was about to head to bed in his clean clothes when, lucky for him he stopped to ask the question that got lost in the fun. He decides to stay up and listen to Uteva play some songs. He sits quietly enjoying the mood of the room. It doesn't take him long before he wishes to give praise and so excuses himself to pray and go to bed. He goes into the room that he will share with whoever stumbles in and begins to pray. When he is finished, he goes to sleep leaving the more convenient sleeping arrangement for his absent roommate.
Sly Foxx and Luke Saturday December 16th, 2000 11:54:02 AM
Sly listens to Utiva's songs, then after about an hour, Sly leans over and says "Good night to you all, I'm very tired But I will take a bowl of stew to Luke." Then to Trace and Uteva,"I'll be sleeping with Luke and keeping my eyes and ears open, Good sleep to you." Sly scoop a bowl full of stew and making his leave, will step out the door and head for where the wagon and the other animals are. There He will make his bed under the tarps and into his bedroll, with Luke at his side.(Sly is a half elf and sleep very lightly and no more than four to six hours. I thinck)
Owint Saturday December 16th, 2000 11:59:49 AM
Qwint ask for another ale, and leans back on the wall. Listening to Uteva's songs, but keeping an eye on the patrons. Half noticing the one in the hooded black cloak.
Ilsidur Saturday December 16th, 2000 11:39:15 PM
Ilsidur takes a long swallow of the thick black beer, then slams the empty flagon down on the table with a loud thump. A rare smile crosses his face, and a faraway look enters his eyes. "Ahhh," he sighs, " Mountainhome Dark, with a good head. I haven't tasted Mountainhome since I left my own home in the mountains almost a year ago." Then he calls out to the barmaid, "Good lady, another if you please!" He raises his fresh flagon in a toast, "To new friends, and old friends remembered," and proceeds to drain the second flagon.
After coming downstairs from his bath and beard trim, he orders another beer for his talk with the barkeep. When the half-elf interrupts, Ilsidur turns to face him. "We have come from that direction, but with a number of detours. The road is wet, and washed out in places, due to days of heavy rains. Also, orcs are attacking the caravans, and are taking prisoners for sale to a cult. Are you headed that way?"
Lok Mufflefoot Sunday December 17th, 2000 11:12:26 AM
Lok giggles and gets a nice plate of food and a small glass of wine. Completely unused to the lightheaded feeling it provides the halfling slowly goes from happy juggling entertainer, to a less agile yet still entertaining visage of silliness. Moving from table to table, he tells jokes in the genre of "How many halflings does it take to build a bridge? Three, One to acquire the wood, One to convince the engineer to come, and one to steal the river." Wiggling his ears as he goes, the halfling does a lopsided tumble here and there, occasionally knocking over a chair seemingly oblivious to the reaction of the crowd, yet entertaining himself greatly.
Uteva Monday December 18th, 2000 12:48:07 PM
The young woman calls a good night to Sir Thomas and Sly and takes a break from singing to moisten her throat. Watching Lok's antics, she has to muffle a laugh behind one hand. She tucks a strand of hair behind her ear and exchanges a worried glance with Trace and Qwint. "Maybe we should rescue him before he embarasses himself competely," she suggests, half-serious.
The Three Forks Inn (DM Lee-Anne) Monday December 18th, 2000 1:43:35 PM
The half-elf frowns at Ilsidur. "At least as far as Threshold. Wet roads come as no surprise, but -- slavers, you say?" He drums his fingers on the bar for a moment, then slaps his hand down. "I'll hire those extra guards, then," he tells the innkeeper, who nods and moves away.
Turning back to the dwarf, he holds out a hand. "Felsidian, and thanks for the warning. You've likely saved me some trouble. Don't like to interfere between a man and his gods, but all these cults are becoming bad for business. So, you're headed to Hook, are you?"
Near the central fireplace, a rather wobbly cartwheel brings Lok to a landing in the lap of a rough-looking young man with a raw scar across his cheekbone. The man scowls down at his unexpected guest as silence descends over the room. On Trace's arm, Radiant squawks and half-spreads his wings.
Quint Monday December 18th, 2000 6:14:40 PM
Quint smiles at where Loc has landed, then turns to Uteve and tell her,"Don't worry Luc can take care of himself. But if you think that he need any help, I'll go with you Trace."
Sly Foxx and Luke Monday December 18th, 2000 6:19:58 PM
Sly has made a very nice and cozy nest in the wagon,and he is almost invisable under those tarps. But his view of the main street is just a little dim, good for all sort of patrons of the night. Sly will watch and every so often will nap, BUT the slitest sound he will be alert.
Trace and Radiant Monday December 18th, 2000 10:05:14 PM
Trace sees the accident with the foul temper looking man and walks over to help his friend return to his feet. "Forgive his intrusion sir, he has been fighting so many battles these past few days and this is his first chance to relax and enjoy himself. Come now Lok you have met your limit on the the barley. Time for us to get some rest so we can be fresh on our way out tomorrow." Trace gives buys the man another drink, "Mam, could you bring this man another round of whatever he is drinking? I will buy his next two drinks and just put it on my tab and I will pay it in the morning." Trace moves himself between Lok and the upset patron as he tries to walk him upstaris. Trace looks to the others to recomend that they follow.
Sir Thomas Monday December 18th, 2000 10:40:15 PM
Having had a satisfying prayer to both Alemi and Domi, Thomas sleeps fitfully.
Lok Mufflefoot Monday December 18th, 2000 11:13:22 PM
"Hiccup" the halfling says as though it is a statement to the man. Looking at Trace with only half comprehension truly shining through the halfling says "Yesh fighting bing bang boom an da halfling" he looks rather curiously at the man and lifts up part of Trace's shirt and fashions a mock pillow with it making snoring noises. Looking curiously up at Trace the halfling lifts his arm and seems to investigate his armpit and pockets quite thoroughly and clumsily. Looking rather lost he says quite loudly as Trace begins to haul him off "I lost my potatoes I did, didn't finish them off, they in your pockets Trace?" He looks hopefully cockeyed to Trace. Nodding to the innkeeper thankfully he continues "And they were good and so big coulda eaten this halfling..." The rest seems to be mumbo jumbo as Trace succesfully begins to haul the halfling off to the sleep that is obviously needed.
Ilsidur Tuesday December 19th, 2000 12:27:26 AM
Ilsidur shakes the half-elf's hand and replies, "Well met Felsidian, I am Ilsidur Wayfinder, let me buy you a drink." Ilsidur orders a round for himself and the half-elf.(Why don't they call them half-human, he thinks to himself.) "You are right, my friends and I are heading to Hook City. It will be my first trip there, do you have any advice about the place?" Even though the trip has been long and wet, Ilsidur is in no hurry to get to bed. If Felsidian is interested, he will have a couple of more drinks and find out whatever he can about Hook City. Afterwards, he will head upstairs to bed.
Alyndar Tuesday December 19th, 2000 11:19:26 AM
As people who are coherent walk by Aly's room, they here snoring coming from within.
Uteva Tuesday December 19th, 2000 12:55:09 PM
Teva quickly stands, grabs her harp, and moves to support Trace. She smiles apologetically at the man, and holds her breath, waiting.
The Three Forks Inn (DM Lee-Anne) Tuesday December 19th, 2000 1:40:32 PM
The tense silence stretches for a long moment, and Ilsidur's question about Hook City falls into the middle of it. Then the scarred man's scowl changes to tolerant amusement, and he waves Trace and Lok toward the stairs. "No harm's done," he says, as the innkeeper sets a fresh flagon before him. "Next time, be sure he drinks from a smaller cup!"
Sound returns as half of the patrons laugh and resume their interrupted conversations. The other half seem to seize on Ilsidur's question as appropriate entertainment.
Someone from among the tableful of muddy drovers calls out, "Wear very tall boots!"
A young woman shouts, "Stay clear of the Bridge. It's dangerous."
The scarred man rumbles succinct instructions to a bawdy house, causing more laughter. The suggestions fly fast and furious.
"Head straight for the Bridge! It's stacked with magical wonders like so many baubles!"
"I hear you have to buy your ale by casting spells."
"Those mages are too hoity-toity fer their own good."
"Just living in all that magic turns you into a wizard."
Felsidian listens to all this with an amused smile while draining the last of his drink. When things have quieted down a little, he tells Ilsildur, "Best thing to remember about Hook City is: they take their magic very seriously. Civility even more so." He sets his glass down lightly. "If you'll excuse me, arrangements to make before the morrow. Good journey to you." He leaves quickly.
Qwint Tuesday December 19th, 2000 11:17:54 PM
Qwint finish his ale, pick up his backpack and arms, then headed for the stairs. Turns and tells Trace and Uteva"I'll bunk in with Sir Thomas, O K ??" Then up the stairs he goes, and into the room Sir Thomas is sleeping. Very quitely makes his bed near the door.
Sly Foxx and Luke Tuesday December 19th, 2000 11:21:57 PM
Sly sleep off and on. The Street are quite and not much traffic is going on. So Sly will doze a little bit more.
Trace and Radiant Tuesday December 19th, 2000 11:22:41 PM
After makeing sure that all is well down stairs Trace carries Lok upstairs and maks a pallet next to Sir Thomas bed. After he makes sure that Lok is safe and secure for the night, Trace moves into his room then makes a pallet next to Uteva's bed then lays down to sleep. "Uteva, you sing beautyfully, allmost enchanting. It reminds me of my old girlfriend back home. Well before she and the others were killed she use to sing at our weekly gatherings when we shared our hunt or harvest. You just remind me of her. You have a good night." Trace sleeps for four hours then makes his way outside to check on Sly Fox and Luke.
Lok Mufflefoot Wednesday December 20th, 2000 4:49:11 PM
The halfling hiccups furiously as he is lead to his cot. Thanking Trace superfluously for his help in only the way a drunk halfling can thank, he giggles and wiggles his toes as he lies there till sleep thankfully takes him. Occasionally even in his sleep, a hiccup escapes his dry mouth.
Ilsidur Wednesday December 20th, 2000 6:38:53 PM
Ilsidur heads upstairs and takes one of the empty rooms. He leaves one of the shutters cracked open so as to awaken at first light. He puzzles a little over what everyone in the common room had to say about Hook City. It sounds like everyone there is a wizard. He spends a few minutes updating his journal, then liad down for the first good night's sleep in what seem like months.
Sir Thomas Wednesday December 20th, 2000 6:48:00 PM
Thomas wakes up at each instance when someone enters the room, but upon seeing friendly forms in the dark he drifts back into dreas of grandeur in the name of justice.
Uteva Wednesday December 20th, 2000 7:06:55 PM
Teva follows the boys upstairs and climbs into bed. She smiles sadly at Trace's words, but says only, "Thank you, Trace. Sleep well."
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