Onrad (Kent) Wednesday December 27th, 2000 8:44:34 AM
As the two Onrads face each other with swords drawn, a wall of ice crossing from one wall of the garden to another and 20 ft tall appears between the two of them, effectively trapping the real Onrad between wall and Inn. As Gareth comes around the corner he sees the wall and Onrad trying to peer through the ice. Hearing Gareth's approach, Onrad looks up and sounding just a bit more than irritated says, "He's back there somewhere behind the ice. He better not escape. I really want some ansers from him." How much time before we have to be at dinner.
DM kent Wednesday December 27th, 2000 8:50:27 AM
As the ice wal forms between the two Onrads, those looking down from below can see one but not both Onrads now as the wall is 20 ft tall. The Onrad you see, fumbles at his waist and taking a water skin pours some on his britches.
Teko's Detect Magic focussed on the Onrad you can see, lights up several auras from items held by or found on this Onrad. As he moves to try and check the other Onrad, Teko nearly blinds everyone nearby when his spell hits the wall of ice.
Brindle (kent) Wednesday December 27th, 2000 8:52:35 AM
As the boy lies crumpled in a small heap outside your door from being battered and then run over by Gareth, a soft moan can be heard emanating from his mouth. "ooohh."
Gareth d20=13 d20=15 d8+10=16 d8+10=15 Wednesday December 27th, 2000 6:02:34 PM
The warrior draws his sword and closes in on 'Onrad'. "Drop your weapons. If you are the real Onrad I will be able to tell soon enough. If you're not, nothing can save you from me. Do it now or I will make you - and if you are the real Onrad, you know I can.". If this Onrad moves to engage him, he attacks, watching his moves to see if they are truly that of a Dexterity master. If he does not immediately comply, he also attacks and observes his moves. (Hit AC -6 and -5 for 31 DMG).
Teko (Invisible) Wednesday December 27th, 2000 9:19:53 PM
Teko let out a disgusted "Agh!" when the wall of ice blocks his "view". Assuming the visible Onrad to be well in hand, he waits for the other one to appear (and takes his attention off of the wall of ice). He will scan the other Onrad if he appears.
Jus (7 Stoneskins) d20=6 Thursday December 28th, 2000 6:11:27 AM
Tying something to his shoulder [whether something from his pack or a scarf from Lorna], speaking the whole time. "I can Dispel and Detect Magic, and perhaps get a Message the Onrads asking for something only the real one can answer. If you need the Wall dropped, let me know and I'll do it in an instance." When another idea pops into his head, he adds, "I suppose we can drop the wall and tell Onrad not to fight. One will either ignore us, or we'll have time to consider which one is real."
Jus hears the moan from outside the door [rolled perception]. He motions to the others that someone else is down -- perhaps another enemy. Whatever happens, Jus does not leave Lorna unprotected.
Tericus Thursday December 28th, 2000 9:50:18 AM
"Ill stay with Lorna." he says to the others. "Go down if you need to."
Nonam Thursday December 28th, 2000 11:06:55 AM
Keeping watch out the window Nonam says, "Drop the wall, Jus. If the fake Onrad is the one we can't see, he might escape somehow."
Onrad Thursday December 28th, 2000 12:23:16 PM
Deciding that the only way to handle this is to dispel magic or defeat the imposter, Onrad begins to prepare for the latter. He begins the extreme contortions that he calls stretching.
Looking up to the window, he asks Jus, "Is the girl ok?"
Dm Kent d20=18 d20=6 Friday December 29th, 2000 8:43:51 AM
Almost as if waking from a dream, Lorna looks up sharply as Jus calls her name. "What...a favor? As she looks down at the tattered bloddy remains of her dress and the blanket she is wrapped in, she finds a 10" piece of forest green, nearly luminescent ribbon on the end of one sleeve. With a quick tug she tears it off and hands it to Jus, whispering, "Go with my blessing Warrior."
As he starts stretching, Onrad hears Gareth on the other side of the ice talking to Onrad. It is eerie for Onrad to hear his voice emanating from another's mouth in near perfection.
DM Kent Friday December 29th, 2000 8:53:49 AM
Gareth aproaches Onrad with his command and weapons at the ready and Onrad looks at him like he's lost his mind. "You want me to put my weapons away when there is an armed imposter around here? Oh fine then." He sheathes his weapons. "Now what?" "And what was that nonsence about knowing that you can defeat me? You might be able to over power me in a straight on battle but I could run rings around you and tire you out, not to mention letting out some of that hot air that you are so full of. As Onrad finishes speaking, he vanishes from Gareth's sight.
Gareth d20=18 d20=12 d8+10=18 d8+10=17 Friday December 29th, 2000 11:43:33 PM
The warrior says nothing, closes his eyes and attacks instantly slashing his invisible foe as if he is still visible (Improved Blind Fighting - penalty figured into AC) slicing him twice (Hit AC -10 and AC -4 for 35 DMG). He is almost certain he now has the right 'Onrad' in his crosshairs and maneuvers so as to block his assailant from retreating around the wall of ice.
NOTE: Gareth has only a -1 to hit invisible opponents due to his Improved Blind Fighting skills garnered from Patrark. That is unless he went invisible.
Onrad Saturday December 30th, 2000 3:06:33 AM
Hearing Onrad on the other side in combat, Onrad decides to crossover. He looks around and then pulls out a levitation potion from one of his front pouches and imbibes it.
Half his move left, he rises 10'. (how tall is the ice?)
Nonam Saturday December 30th, 2000 3:58:13 PM
Nonam rather helplessly stares out the window.
Teko(Invisible, Detecting Magic) Saturday December 30th, 2000 11:44:12 PM
Teko continues to wait for the other Onrad to come into view.
Jus (7 Stoneskins) Sunday December 31st, 2000 1:32:10 AM
Jus drops the Wall of Ice and heads over to the boy groaning by the door. Jus carefully checks for a pulse and sees if he can do anything to help the boy recover. Jus glances around while he works -- still expecting another Jus to show up at any moment.
Tericus Monday January 1st, 2001 9:49:25 AM
Moves over to the window next to Noonan "Anything happen yet?" he asks Noonan
DM Kent Monday January 1st, 2001 12:55:49 PM
(the ice wall was 20 ft tall)
Onrad levitates, Gareth swings his sword, Jus drops the wall, those watching suddenly see Gareth attacking nothing. Jus checks on Brindle and he seems to be fine considering he was just battered by a door and then run over by a charging Gareth. He is regaining conciousness.
Gareth Feels his first strike bite home and is rewarded with a grunt of pain and the sight of blood on his sword. His second strike appears to have missed and moments later, Gareth and those who are really paying attention, see something push aside some branches and exiting near the top of the garden wall. Out of the corner of Gareth's eye he sees a vast disturbance as the wall comes down and something is floating above the level of his head.
Onrad (levitating) d20=2 d20=14 Monday January 1st, 2001 7:10:11 PM
Onrad sees Jus trying to help the boy. "Jus, get him inside and give him a potion or get Tericus to help him."
In the meantime, Onrad shouts, "Gareth, something over by the collapsing wall!"
Onrad descends the 10', impatient to do something other than slowly descend, and then rushes towards the false Onrad closing, but unable to attack this round.
He draws one of his swords and starts looking for differences in this guys fighting style that he can take advantage of. (I want to know how exactly he's imitating my fighting style and how well's he's doing at fighting dexterously.)
Teko(Invisible, Detect Magic) Tuesday January 2nd, 2001 12:05:50 AM
When the wall finally clears away, Teko will detect magic on the Onrad that just appeared to his how that aura appears with the other Onrad's.
Nonam Tuesday January 2nd, 2001 9:52:10 AM
Nonam decides that it would be better to be on the ground, and he leaps out the window with the aid of a featherfall spell.
Gareth d20=3 d20=10 d20=4 d10+8=16 d10+8=18 Tuesday January 2nd, 2001 12:05:02 PM
The warrior sees and hears the retreat of the fleeing Onrad and follows (Int). He again attempts to close and attack the assailant who he now is 99% sure is the correct one. As the other 'Onrad' approaches he says "Put your weapons away, Onrad. If you're the real one you won't attempt to flee or fight.". (Hit AC -3 and AC 4 for 16+18 DMG).
Tericus Tuesday January 2nd, 2001 7:09:58 PM
for the moment, Tericus decides to stay in the room, keeping an eye out for anything unusual
Teko(Invisible, Detect Magic) Tuesday January 2nd, 2001 10:28:21 PM
Urr...that is to say, Teko wants to compare the auras of the two Onrad's.
Jus (7 Stoneskins) Tuesday January 2nd, 2001 11:51:07 PM
Jus pulls the boy into the room, closes and locks the door. He then heads back to the window to check on the Onrads, seeing that Gareth seems to have things in control. With occasional glances back to the boy by the door, Jus strings his bow and nocks an arrow. He scans the roof and windows across the garden for anything suspicious.
"Nonam, Gareth!", Jus calls out, "We need to get the real Onrad and quickly find the Mayor or Sturtevent. We may each have a double loose in the city -- there's no telling what atrocities they may be perpetrating."
Dm Kent d20=3 Wednesday January 3rd, 2001 6:56:15 PM
Onrad can tell nothing of the imposters fighting style as Onrad 2 is invisible. Gareth's next attacks hit absolutely nothing but air. Jus gets Brindle indise and resting doesn't appear to be terribly injured other than a few bruises.
Teko never sees the other Onrad but following line of escape and rustling branches gets an accidental hit with his spell which shows a possible different type of aura, but not for long enough to truly br sure.
Nonan floats to the ground safely and is currently 20 feet behind an Onrad and about 38 feet behind Gareth, who is at the garden's exterior wall, swinging at the trees.
Teko(Invisible, Detect Magic) Wednesday January 3rd, 2001 9:22:01 PM
Teko will continue to scan for the invisible Onrad. If he can find that magic source again, and if it is relatively still (still enough to hit with a spell), Teko will cast Glitterdust upon it, assuming that he can avoid hitting the others of his party.
Onrad (levitating, but on the ground) Thursday January 4th, 2001 12:16:37 AM
Exasperated, Onrad puts up his swords, but says, "No Gareth, it's not what I'd do I'd help you, that's what I'd do. Now stop stereotyping me please. Any signs?"
He turns to Nonam behind him, "You have a dispel magic up? Might help if you knew where to center it."
Nonam d20=6 Thursday January 4th, 2001 2:00:01 AM
Nonam says rather curtly, "I didn't cast dispel magic. Now then, you're levitating just like the real Onrad would do, and you have no idea what you're talking about. Ergo, you're the real Onrad." The wizard points at Gareth, "This musclebound twit is foaming at the mouth, swinging at nothing but air, and threatening everyone in earshot. So, he is the real Gareth." Here Nonam holds out his hands to put himself on display, "I'm rude and snappish. Furthermore," Nonam pauses and pulls his impossibly long staff out of a small pocket on his robe," I can do that. Therefore, I am the real Nonam."
"Now then, Teko is invisible somewhere probably nearby... yes, he's probably the one that just cast the glitterdust (made spellcraft by 12), and Tericus and Jus are up in the room with the girl. If Teko's spell catches anyone, rush after them, but if not, we should reassemble in our rooms and come up with a password or something to distinguish ourselves from impostors. That is unless Gareth thinks it would be better to dash all over town looking for invisible clones."
Even though he's been speaking, Nonam keeps an eye out for anything showing up in Teko's spell or otherwise looking out of place.
Gareth Thursday January 4th, 2001 11:23:04 AM
The warrior looks over the wall to see if he can locate any sign of the assailant (or the other Jus). He smiles as Nonam begins his verbal assault. "Yes Nonam, I believe it would be very difficult to immitate your ability to simultaneously annoy everyone. Sorry Onrad, I figured you were the right one. If you put away your weapon and complained I knew I'd be right - and you did.". Unless he sees the assailant or another Jus - in which case he would pursue - the warrior sheaths his sword and walks back to the room. "I feel no need to chase 'ghosts'. Let's regroup and get ready for this evening.".
Jus (7 Stoneskins) Thursday January 4th, 2001 7:41:46 PM
Jus leans out of the window, shaking his head in mock disgust, but loving every minute of the bantering he hears.
"Are you guys finished proving who is whom... whom is whom... who is who? Anyway, not to rehash anything, but to rehash what I just said: I *really* think we need to get in touch with the city's law enforcers and possibly the mayor. There may be a brutish half-orc Gareth storming the mayor's residence right now, and unless we let the law know of these imposters, they'll be hunting for us."
DM kent Thursday January 4th, 2001 10:06:44 PM
Tekos dust gthers on nothing and the others finally adjourn back to their rooms. The boys show up with Lorna's gown and she promptly heads down to change.
Brindle is now sitting up, but has moved himself to a far corner and is watching you all warily.
Very nervously, in fact almost scared, he speaks up. "Umm taint youens thos day call The Three? Yuse in trub the quarter. Why yuse bin trashin dem inns?
Teko(Invisible, Detect Magic) Thursday January 4th, 2001 11:56:20 PM
Teko shrugs his shoulders when the Glitterdust fails to reveal anything. He cancels his invisibility and becomes visible to all. "If I had had time to relearn Detect Invisibility...ah, well." Hearing Brindle's words, Teko replies, "It wasn't us. It should be an easy thing to have clerics and wizards verify for the authorities that we speak the truth. It's more complicated than that, of course. It appears, Jus, that, in seeking the authorities right now, we'll also be turning ourselves in. Not necessarily a bad thing; it might certainly minimize the damage done. But I am wondering: who owns who in this town?"
Onrad (levitate capable) Friday January 5th, 2001 1:01:16 AM
"Whoever owns who? Good assessment Teko. To the room."
Onrad levitates into the window. Once in the room, Onrad suggest several things in quick fashion, while he begins to dress.
"First, we need the ability to do as Nonam said---be able to identify ourselves to each other. Second, we are not secure here. We could be scryed upon, and infiltrated with inivisibility. This may be occuring right now. We need something that gives us protection from that. Moving quickly, for now, we should buy some detect magic scrolls and dispel magic scrolls.
Now, if our imposters have been doing all this, then we may be wanted by the law. If nothing else, our reputations have been besmirched in those places. We may be walking into a "social trap" this evening by showing up and another one by not showing up. Therefore we might as well use ourselves as bait and show up, just to see what will happen.
"No doubt we'll have to be quick with the tongue to deflect some planned accusations tonight and remain regal and debonair. I have experience in this area growing up in a wealthy family. The rest of you have common sense in this area. We'll be fine.
"After the party, hopefully, we'll dig into this further and set up a sting for those who have been imitating us.
"For now, can we stop by a magic shop quickly on our way to the party and buy some scrolls?"
Onrad finishes dressing.
He turns to Nonam. "BTW, I was suggesting that you cast a Dispel Magic, if there was a opportunity, not complaining about where one had been cast. Sorry I wasn't clear."
He turns to Brindle. "Son, you have been most helpful this night. You have our thanks. After all this is over, we'll talk about a reward for you."
Onrad lets some gold jingle as he dresses.
Tericus Friday January 5th, 2001 9:34:22 AM
amazed at the speed everyone arrived back at the in, Tericus says "What now?"
Gareth Friday January 5th, 2001 12:32:53 PM
The warrior dresses quietly as he ponders what the party should do. After he finishes he says "Well, at least if we show up we can defend ourselves. And I'm sure this sort of thing has happened before. No suprise for the mayor I'm sure. In fact, he might help us with the problem if need be.".
Jus (7 Stoneskins) Friday January 5th, 2001 2:31:48 PM
"Thank you for confirming my suspicions," Jus says, addressing Brindle. "Yes we are The Three. No we haven't been trashing any inns -- we've been here all night, as a matter of fact."
Turning back to the others, Jus says, "As always, I'll go along with the majority, but I think it's a mistake to go to the party without letting the authorities know there are doubles of us -- after all, they'll probably just think we've come to crash the party."
Nonam Saturday January 6th, 2001 8:58:15 AM
After a few more checks to make sure everyone is really everyone, Nonam gathers them in close and says, "Our password is, 'The Gold Dragons won't be first much longer.' And the counter will be, 'Because nothing can stop a Three-Headed Dragon.' Now let's go."
Dm Kent Sunday January 7th, 2001 1:21:18 PM
Brindle looks around at you all and then back at Onrad as you all get dressed and ready for the dinner and says, " I'lls beleef when I's sees that's fer shur. I got's to go. I spectin my life ain worht squat bout now so's I gots to find a hidey.
Just as he reaches the door and you are all still debating whether to go or not there is a timid knock on the door.
When opened Lorna is standing there in this beautiful forest green gown with gold brocade and a neck scarf that sesm to change everytime you look at it. First it was a grove of trees, but now as you look at it, it is showing a scene of several children playing. the dress really emphasizes Lorna's emerald green eyes and long auburn-red hair. All signs of her recent experiences are gone and as you stand looking at her, she smiles and then blushes lightly.
Tericus Monday January 8th, 2001 8:47:04 AM
bowing toward Lorna Tericus says "You look ravishing, my lady. may I have the honor of escorting you?" he asks her with a bow
Nonam Monday January 8th, 2001 10:09:02 AM
Nonam smiles at Lorna and then closes the door behind her. He waits a moment and then opens it back up and gives a quick check for eavesdroppers. Once he's sure no one is around, he says, "I didn't intend to let Brindle hear the password, so we should change it. Something completely different. Begin with, 'The evildoers are in trouble.' Counter it with, 'I know. Gareth just cast a blue fireball.' If anyone tries that other password, then they are a phony, and our friend Brindle has some explaining to do. Now let's go."
Gareth d20=8 Monday January 8th, 2001 10:32:33 AM
Gareth retains his composure without gawking too much as Lorna enters the room. He kicks himself for not being more aggressive than Jus in securing the company of this beautiful woman. He notes this for later situations. He bows and says "Greetings Lorna, I'm pleased that you chose to join us. You looks very nice this evening. I hope your time with Jus is most pleasant.".
Onrad Monday January 8th, 2001 12:42:07 PM
Onrad does a slow stretch to see how flexible he can be in this outfit. He hears a slow "riiiip" sound begin and stops stretching. "Uh oh, gonna have to be careful and stiff tonight."
Onrad grins at Tericus and waits to see if he can steal the girl from Jus.
Meantime, he opens the door for everyone and with a few flourishes and "careful" bows, follows the others down stairs.
Teko Monday January 8th, 2001 9:08:01 PM
Teko quickly dresses, exits, and heads downstairs. "This is going to be much too interesting. I wonder if we'll actually make it to the party?" He smoothes his clothes and keeps walking.
Jus (7 Stoneskins) Monday January 8th, 2001 11:56:33 PM
"Lorna, you are very beautiful, as is evident by Tericus' honest request. If you are still willing to join me tonight, I would be honored to be your escort." While Jus awaits Lorna's response, he admires her eyes and hair. He can't help but smile even more when he realizes that her luxurious hair is almost the identical color as his own. Indeed it will be nice to dress up and escort this lovely Elfin to the party.
DM Kent (decisions, decisions or do I stay or do I go) Tuesday January 9th, 2001 6:27:13 PM
Blushing, at the compliments and the attention being paid to her Lorna looks for a moment as if she is going to cry and then as Onrad almost splits at the seams, with the next breath says, "You are all far to kind, and Tericus I would be honored to accompany you, however it must be another time perhaps as I have already agreed to and look forward to spending the evening with Jus.
The Three and Lorna head down the stairs and out of the inn and make the short stroll to their destination, without any interference.
About half the way there, Gareth realizes he is still holding the scrap of envelope that Lorna had been clutching in her hand from Hatchme.
Onrad Tuesday January 9th, 2001 10:22:27 PM
Onrad on the way out the door, on instinct, stops dead in his tracks looking at his usual attire.
With a totally worried look on his face he says rather quietly, "Uh guys, what about our stuff? Will they allow us to carry weapons? Check them at the door? Confiscate them? What about potions and other stuff. I feel naked without my stuff."
Nonam Wednesday January 10th, 2001 9:54:15 AM
Nonam trots down the stairs, "It would be horribly gauche to wear a backpack to a party. Though I imagine you'll be able to wear your sword."
Tericus Wednesday January 10th, 2001 10:14:51 AM
Tericus bows again. "Of course, my lady." he says to Lorna. then he journeys down with the others
Gareth Wednesday January 10th, 2001 10:56:42 AM
The warrior strides on having already strapped on his sword. "I am not too worried about our supplies, but the mayor has always allowed weapons in his audiences. I doubt this will be any different.". As they walk he hands the scrap of paper to Nonam and whispers "You looked at this yet? Please check it out.".
Jus (7 Stoneskins) d4=3 Wednesday January 10th, 2001 4:10:21 PM
Jus puts his swords across his back -- impressed that the new outfit was made to make the weapons seem as if they belong. He's pleased even more as he finds discreet pockets around his waist for spell components, and a discreet holster for a single dagger.
Slipping the dagger in place, Jus realizes something is odd about his hand. When it finally dawns on him, Jus turns to Nonam, "Nonam, would you mind returning my Ion Stone and Ring now? It 's been so long since the Dragon [or at least feels like it], that I've almost forgotten I gave them to you."
After one last look around, Jus calls for Lyric and has him contact the halflings once again and arrange to have their backpacks transferred to secure facilities. Giving Lyric 10 gold pieces, Jus stresses how pleased everyone's been with Lyrics help.
As he finally finishes getting ready, Jus offers his hand to Lorna. With genuine affection, Jus requests, "Lorna, would you mind if I placed a spell upon you? You won't notice it is there, but it will offer some protection from accidental harm." [If agreeable, Jus casts his spell conferring 7 Stoneskins upon Lorna.]
Teko Wednesday January 10th, 2001 10:29:58 PM
"I'm interested myself as to what's on that paper", Teko says, and he looks on as Nonam examines it.
DM Kent Thursday January 11th, 2001 8:20:38 AM
The piece of envelope hasn't changed it still only has a part of what is probably a towns name on it.
Lorna looks a bit uneasy at the mention of a spell being placed on her but warily nods her head.
Lyric looks at Jus, nods, and as he gets ready to leave turns and asks with a slight grin, "Just how secure do you want them?"
The Three have now arrived at the Mayor's party headquarters and are at the door. There is noone visible around and no sound out side of normal night noises can be heard.
Nonam Thursday January 11th, 2001 9:41:59 AM
Nonam glances at the paper and passes it to Teko. "I assume we should take a journey to Brinkwater. Other than that, who can say?" After the long walk across the street, Nonam pauses in front of the High Lord Mayor's, "Why aren't there any guards at the door?"
Gareth Thursday January 11th, 2001 3:30:30 PM
The warrior looks around warily. "My, my. I'm really hoping this is not a bad sign. Of course, it might be merely the way things are for parties. We really didn't see all the nobles arrive when we came to see the mayor upon our arrival back from Menzo either.". He knocks on the door, pauses, and opens it if nobody answers. He stands ready to draw his sword, but refrains fearing his actions might not be looked upon kindly if they are being watched by the guards.
Jus (7 Stoneskins) Thursday January 11th, 2001 3:50:51 PM
"I've got a bad feeling about this...", Jus says, like he's quoting something. "Does anyone else smell a setup? If Lyric was around, I'd send him off to find some priests. If nothing else, it wouldn't hurt to have them so we can prove we're telling the truth. Then again, if the drow can replace us, who knows who else has been doppleganged."
Jus gives Lorna's hand a reassuring sqeeze, knowning these comments probably isn't helping her any.
"Nonam, I don't suppose you have Whispering Wind memorized? What about you, Teko and Tericus? Do you have a way to quickly contact one of the chapels?"
Teko Thursday January 11th, 2001 10:02:47 PM
"Sorry, I don't have anything of the kind," Teko says. He looks around briefly and continues, "At least we made it this far."
Tericus Friday January 12th, 2001 1:19:54 AM
"Sorry Jus, no I dont." Tericus says to Jus. "About the best I can do is detect magic right now."
Onrad Friday January 12th, 2001 12:31:39 PM
Onrad looks at Lorna and says, "Hey, she looks like a stone giant in miniature. No offense, but very funny."
Onrad gets very serious when no one is around the Mayor's Castle. It's closed up for the night. Cause during the day, the central area is open to the outside. They use magic to keep the elements inside and out.
He looses the peace bonds on his swords and prepares to split his pants.
Nonam Monday January 15th, 2001 10:02:34 AM
"Sorry, Jus. I only know spells that blow things up."
Onrad Tuesday January 16th, 2001 12:27:16 PM
When no one comes to the door, Onrad knocks again. LOUDLY!
Lets Party(dm sam) Wednesday January 17th, 2001 7:51:36 PM
while everyone stands around a few feet from the door, Onrad finally gets fustrated and bangs on the door loudly. after what seems like an eternity(really about 2 minuets) a man answers the door. "May I help you?" he asks
Tericus Wednesday January 17th, 2001 7:52:45 PM
when he sees the door open, Tericus walks next to Onrad and says. "I think we are expected, arnt we Onrad?"
Teko Wednesday January 17th, 2001 10:39:50 PM
While they wait, Teko stays alert for any surprises, glancing periodically in all directions.
Onrad Wednesday January 17th, 2001 11:57:05 PM
"We're here for the party. We are The Three!"
Onrad looks for a sign of recognition in the guards face. He also looks past the guard for a sign of the party.
Nonam Thursday January 18th, 2001 7:25:51 AM
Nonam stands regally and waits to be taken to the party.
Gareth Thursday January 18th, 2001 11:53:00 AM
The warrior looks at the person answering the door carefully and then looks past him seeing what may lie beyond which looks unusual.
Onrad Thursday January 18th, 2001 1:19:07 PM
He turns to Gareth. "I think this guy is deaf."
"HEY! WE'RE HERE FOR THE PARTY! WE'RE THE THREE!"
There, that should help.
Jus (7 Stoneskins) Thursday January 18th, 2001 5:29:22 PM
Despite the foreboding that a fight is imminent, Jus can't help but smile as Onrad's character shows through. Jus leans over to Lorna and whispers -- a little loudly -- , "Never mind Onrad; he's still a kid. He just looks old for his age."
Hoping a fight doesn't break out, but ready to protect Lorna if one does, Jus begins to think about finding a safe house for the people that have helped The Three. "Becoming Dragons is too much responsibility and too little fun," Jus ponders to himself.
Party? Whose Party(dm sam) Friday January 19th, 2001 9:32:29 AM
the well dressed man(not dressed like a guard) seems polite enough until Onrad declares who you all are. "Ah yes, The Three." he says with an obvious sneer. "You are expected." and he holds open the door for everyone to enter.
Tericus Friday January 19th, 2001 9:33:10 AM
not liking the man's attitude, Tericus none the less enters the door
Nonam Friday January 19th, 2001 10:40:43 AM
Nonam steps backward and takes a look up at the building to make certain that it's the right one before he follows everyone in. As he walks through he slips his hand into his pocket so that he can pull out his wand if necessary.
Gareth d20=15 Friday January 19th, 2001 12:21:48 PM
The warrior moves into the building with a smile for the doorman. "Sorry for our 'loud' announcement, we have had a very trying afternoon and are under a bit of stress. I thank you for letting us in." (CHA by 3).
Jus (7 Stoneskins) Friday January 19th, 2001 4:19:58 PM
Jus escorts Lorna inside, conversing politely while also looking around the room they enter. Loud enough for everyone to hear, Jus prods Gareth, "Tired? You must be getting out of shape; you'd better get with Onrad and learn some excersises before it's too late."
In a little more serious tone, but still to everyone, Jus continues, "But I can make a safe bet that those losers posing as us today will feel a lot worse once we catch them."
Onrad Friday January 19th, 2001 4:40:43 PM
Onrad skips in looking to be the first to spot the beautiful unattached ladies!
He turns to Gareth and says, "Workout hour before dawn. We'll get you back into shape friend. No flabby bellies in The Three!"
Turning on his most winning smile and his experience at such functions, he begins mingling and flirting.
DM Kent Monday January 22nd, 2001 8:46:03 AM
as the three make there way inside, the doorman all but ignores them as he makes his way towards the ballrooms large, closed, double, doors. As Gareth makes his semi apology, the door man merely nods and then just under his breath says, "Nothing more than I expected, from a bunch of boors."
As he gets to the doors he stands aside to let you all prepare to enter and without so much as a "are you ready," opens the doors. After a few seconds, almost as if it is an after thought, he steps forward and announces, The Adventures and Heroes of the City, The Three.
It is hard to say but his announcement almost seems to be mocking you.
As your introduction is made there is a moment of absolute silence in the hall and then many hushed side conversations immediately start up. At the far end of the hall you see Sturdevant holding court, as it were. As you see him he looks up and beckons you to come to him.
As you approach some snatches of the conversations you overhear are:
"I hear they are responsible for the drow coming among us."
"Did you hear about the inn they trashed because they weren't given credit?"
"I heard they went on a three day binge and tore up five inns and a brothel in the quarter."
"No I can't believe any of that, I have dealt with them before and they have always comporte themselves with the utmost nobility."
"Hey, they don't look like ogres."
"Yeah? Well looks can be deciving, I heard....."
As you finally reach Sturdevant, The smile that came so easily the last time you met, appears to be very strained and all but pasted in to place. He faces you all as you arrive and you notice something that you haven't seen before. The Mayor is wearing a sword.
Nonam d20=9 Monday January 22nd, 2001 9:36:59 AM
Nonam recognizes this form of mistrust though he hasn't faced it in a long time. In the past he would simply have left town to move on, but now he has too much invested in this life and these... friends. Recognizing that this is a time for diplomacy, he lets go of his wand and slowly removes his hand from his robe pocket. Then he silently walks toward Sturtevent with his head held high. When reaching the platform, he bows low. When he rises, he clasps his hands together down by his waist in an attempt to look as peaceful as possible. (Ch by 10)
Gareth d20=7 Monday January 22nd, 2001 9:55:54 AM
Noticing all the comments and the mayors demeanor, the warrior says in an even diplomatice tone (CHA by 11). "Its seems someone has been determined to sully our name. It would appear that we've had a lot of things attributed to our credit while we slept this afternoon. Perhaps we should compare notes so you can determine that we are not the ones you should be worried about?".
Onrad Monday January 22nd, 2001 12:19:50 PM
Onrad, realizing that it was Jus' place to stand on the other side of Gareth from Nonam, takes a place in the party's second row, between Tericus and Teko. He bows in turn.
He silently thanks his mother and granny for teaching him the ways of the court when he was a lad.
Unconsciously, he reaches for his holy symbol of Wardd and brings it out. He says a silent prayer for luck and for grace.
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