Requests & Reactions (DM Donna) Tuesday July 10th, 2001 6:21:49 AM
"Oh..???" Hoames says, his eyebrows elevating. "Hmmmm...speak to the prisoners..? This is an unusual request. Hmmmm..." The constable thinks about it for a moment and then turns to his colleague.
"Clopson, check on the location and the status of the prisoners and come back here to let us know if they are...'in the mood'--so to speak--to be questioned by these Chosen of Domi." Hoames instructs the other constable, who nods acknowledgement and trots off to do as he's told.
"Clopson will be back shortly." Hoames tells you. "It will be interesting to see if you can get these smugglers to reveal anything without using magic, for only Accusor interviewers are allowed arcane aid in interrogation, and even then, only when there are immune Defendors present. Still...I do hope that you can glean something from them."
Kale Tuesday July 10th, 2001 9:43:55 AM
"I was agreeing with what you said." Kale says to Flat-Top. then he whispers to him "How much do you want to bet they cant get any info out of them?"
Flat-top Tuesday July 10th, 2001 10:27:46 AM
"Nah! No Bet! The odds are all on yor side. That Centaur that Raorr was holding on to, look like a pro to me. But it will be intresting to see how far we gt with them?"said Flat-top. Then added "The after all the clip clop. We can go on that picnic."
Ceira Karwyn Tuesday July 10th, 2001 11:22:19 AM
"Um, excuse me." Ceira says to Hoames. "What do you mean ONLY Accuser interviews are allowed arcane aid for interrogation. Is there a law I am not aware of? I'm just checking so I won't make any mistakes of my own."
Raorr the Minotaur Tuesday July 10th, 2001 7:05:41 PM
RAorr finally speaks up "MAgic is not needed for information gathering, The Great one will give us everything we need to complete his mission, if he choses. If He choses us not to deal with the Pirates or continue with this investigation then The centaur will not aid us, he maybe a pro but if the GReat one wills it no pro can withstand His might or compuction no matter who they are. His blood runs in all our veins and the Centaur will aid us if it is our goal." The laws allow only accusor aracne aid, however Hoames you did not mention divine right or intervention in your statement, If we as the chosen of Domi request the right to use whatever means neccessary to aquire the information in the name of Domi, who other than Domi would say nay. Those who say nay turn their back on Domi, and since the Courts are religious in nature they turn their back on their God. We request this opportunity to speak them, wether they feel up to it or not. I have important issues to finish up with soon, and every moment we spend waiting is another moment spent not dpoing Domi's will!"
Kenisha Tuesday July 10th, 2001 10:12:36 PM
Kenisha chooses not to speak at this time, but waits for Hoames' answer.
Zeoll Tuesday July 10th, 2001 10:25:03 PM
Zeoll pauses to gather his thoughts, after hearing Raorr's declaration. Then he speaks.
"Yes," the wemic adds, "we can hope that Domi will inspirre these crriminals to atone in parrt for theirr misdeeds by rrevealing inforrmation that will help prrevent futurre crrime. Perrhaps we can prrovide an opporrtunity forr a change of hearrt."
Secretly, Zeoll fears that his diplomacy and persuasiveness will not be enough, but he is very careful to show none of his doubts to the others.
Kalon the Wemic Wednesday July 11th, 2001 1:04:27 AM
Kalon listens to Raorr's statement and nods his head in agreement with Raorr,"I am sure we will be able to convince them it is in their best interest to talk." then looking at Kale and Flat-top he says,"If you don't believe we can do any good then why do you keep hanging around go get your picnic ready"
Philosophical Debate (DM Donna) Wednesday July 11th, 2001 6:39:14 AM
Once more, the constable waiting for Clopson's return nods after digesting the words of the various party members.
"Quite interesting points, all." Hoames says. "I will clarify about the procedure, though, for you are not trained constables and do not know all of how we do things here.
"Accusors investigate a crime by using scientific and arcane methods that are supervised carefully by Defendor witnesses...we want to assure that Domi's justice is done, and such a system is our best-known way to do this. As such, Accusors--when they get to the interrogation phase of the investigation--are the only people allowed to use direct-effect magic on the suspects...and, as I have stated, when they do, they must do so only in the presence of Defendor witnessess who are themselves immune to the effects of whatever spell may be used. Usually the spell used is one that forces the suspects to tell the truth; Defendors observe its implementation and are immune from the spell effects. Then the Accusors question the suspects while the spell still effects them. The results are very carefully documented and notarized by the Accusors and the Defendors. Then the Defendors are free to utilize the effects of such a spell themselves...or to otherwise cast other such direct-effect spells, but also with that same onus: immune Accusor witnesses must be present to see the results and to document them." The constable looks pointed at all of you.
"These procedures, however, are reserved for the constabulary alone. Any other third parties that may become involved in a case are forbidden to cast any spells whatsoever upon the suspects...this is for the protection of the accused." Hoames thinks for a moment, then adds: "In fact, this is the first time that I can recall anyone other than constables wishing to speak with accused thieves of Sacred Blue. Most unusual. However, your logic, friend minotaur--" here he nods to Raorr, "--is sound to my ears...if it is Domi's will that you are to pursue the point of origin for this band of smugglers, I'm sure that they will speak to you of it."
Flat-top Wednesday July 11th, 2001 9:38:37 AM
"Ohhhh! This is getting more and more interesting by the minute," said Flat-top to Kale. "I'll put off going on a picnic for the rest of the hour. Who about you Kale?"
Ceira Karwyn Wednesday July 11th, 2001 2:40:45 PM
"Looks like we will have to rely on our wits with words..." says Ceira. She starts running her claws through her mane in a sort of combing gesture. "...or our charm." she winks at Hoames.
Raorr the Minotaur Wednesday July 11th, 2001 6:18:57 PM
"You have not mentioned the restriction of more mundane methods..." Raorr's voice falls off. Then sarcastically says "I'll assume torture is out too. I guess I'll just crack skulls and break bones instead."
Raorr thinks for a moment then says"Perhaps the use of herbs or other edibles from nature could compel them to aid us. I'm sure Zeoll could find something to use."
Kenisha Wednesday July 11th, 2001 10:12:10 PM
Kenisha winces before speaking. "I believe that the use of physical force or mind-altering herbs are also forbidden. Correct, Hoames?"
Kalon the Wemic Thursday July 12th, 2001 12:20:07 AM
Kalon smiles toward Kenisha,"You are probably correct about that however if we speak to them individually and if Raorr were to have some blood on his fists and face. Perhaps we could bluff them into thinking that such an unpleasent fate awaits them. I would volunteer to shed some blood for the greatness of our god if it would help us find out the information"he pauses looking at the big minotaur,"Perhaps if they were put in a room adjacent to one where they could hear certain sounds of violence that might help us as well. They don't need to know that we are not like that. That their imagination run wild"
Egads--violence..? (DM Donna) Thursday July 12th, 2001 6:08:59 AM
"Indeed, Mistress Kenisha," Hoames replies, "Suspects are not to be cast upon, nor touched in any way, shape or form by anyone other than investigating constabulary, and even then only when both Accusors and Defendors are present. The truth must be revealed by completely legitimate means. The only thing your group would be allowed to do is to speak with these suspects." The constable thinks for a moment.
"However, this does not require your party to speak truthfully to them, nor is the use of...ummmm...'theatrical effects', shall we say?...precluded from your conversation with them." Hoames explains carefully. "If any of your group should happen to falsely give the impression that these suspects may come to physical harm, well, it will be up to the suspects to disbelieve you or not. None of the constabulary can force non-suspects to conform to the 'truth in all dealings' rule that Accusors and Defendors are both bound by." Once more the centaur law officer nods with wry approval.
"It will be interesting to see how such an interrogation by non-constables will fare." he says.
Kale Thursday July 12th, 2001 7:21:53 AM
"How could Kalon hear us whisper?" Kale asks Flat-Top "He's a sneaky one, we'll have to watch him." then he whispers again to Flat-Top so that ONLY he can hear "These guys think that Domi is some kind hearted god, when in reality all he cares about is battles and victory. The smugglers lost, so they pay the penalty for losing. We understand that, maybe one day the rest will." then he says in a louder voice "No, no picnick right now, but im not staying here. Ill wait outside." and then he walks out
Zeoll Thursday July 12th, 2001 8:03:33 AM
Zeoll bides his time. listening to the ideas for trickery and threats. "If these methods worrk, that would be fine," he adds. "And if they do not, perrhaps at the end I could have a few worrds with each smugglerr in turrn ..."
[Zeoll's skill lies in Diplomacy, not Intimidation! :-) Not that there's anything wrong with Intimidation!]
Flat-top Thursday July 12th, 2001 10:17:06 AM
"Your right, Kale. The great Domi is the God of War and the ones who loses, pays the price." Said Flat-top, then whispers so that only Kale can hear," I think I'll stay a little while, just to see if there is some information we do not know about. Then I'll meet you out side." Flat-top crosses his arm on his chest and watches Kale leave. Then will listen to the party.
Kalon the Wemic Thursday July 12th, 2001 11:02:50 AM
Kalon waits to see what happens next.
OOC: Sorry my impression of the way Flat-top was speaking was that he was speaking aloud. If they were supposed to be whispering I didn't catch that.
Ceira Karwyn Thursday July 12th, 2001 11:32:57 AM
Ceira also stands to the side and waits for their chance to speak with the prisoners.
Kenisha Friday July 13th, 2001 1:57:44 AM
Kenisha utters a small moue. "Please lets not fall into the old stereotypes here. Okay guys? Let's not play good centaur/bad minotaur. I've never liked tht game. Never. How about the reverse? It might even throw the prisoners off balanced even more if we have a "simpathetic" Roarr holding back an "enraged" centaur."
Kenisha grins at the mental image.
Clopson Returns (DM Donna) Friday July 13th, 2001 7:21:51 AM
As the party discusses possible strategies in dealing with the prisoners, the portly Clopson trots back into Hoames' office.
"The suspects will be assembled in Interrogation Chamber 3, Hoames," the junior constable says, "The GC says that you and LaStride are to be present to make sure the 'no forces' rule is followed."
"Thank you, Clopson." Hoames says, nodding, then turns to you. "The 'GC' is the Grand Constable...he is in charge of the entire constabulary. Now...have you worked out your questioning strategies sufficiently? Once you have, Clopson and I will take you to IC3..."
Flat-top Friday July 13th, 2001 2:31:55 PM
Flat-top watches everybody have their say and some were crazy ideas and some was not to bad. Flat-top now want to go join Kale and wonders how he can give them the slip???.
Raorr the Minotaur Friday July 13th, 2001 3:29:43 PM
Raorr looks bat the group "Why plan our questions, we never have before. Why don't we all yell out our questions and get it over with quickly, Once their asked we can focus on ones they seem to respond to. They are out numbered and the law protects them" Roarr thinks about how stupid laws can be when the criminal seems to be protected from the victims when victims are not protected from the Criminals. "I personally hope they try something foolish like an escape attempt, now that would be fun, another fight and I can hurt them at the same time." Raorr says smiling, most likely the first time since the group met him.
Raorr turns to Hoames "When Centaur hurry up, I'd like to gert there before Kale gets back. And if any of you other taurs don't feel up to facing the bad guys, or feel that they can't comeup with anything to say why don't you keep an eye on Kale before he gets us all in trouble with his perverse habit of flashing everybody. Most people dislike shaved Minotaurs exposeing themselves in public, myself being one of them!"
OOC: I mention shaved since I can't for the life of me see how Kale being covered in scars all over could possibly have much hair. I looked at the MM and Minotaurs are real shaggy, so If we all could easily see his scars then he must have very little hair...*Shudders* A flashing minotaur would not be something I like trying to envision
Ceira Karwyn Friday July 13th, 2001 5:23:59 PM
"Yes, I agree with Raorr." adds Ceira.
A moment of awkward silence...
"No not like that! I don't want to hurt them if they escape. Goodness no! What I meant was to just ask the questions without planning. I have a slew of questions all cued up so I'm ready whenever you all are."
Kalon the Wemic Friday July 13th, 2001 11:27:49 PM
Kalon shakes his head,"If we talk to them as a group they will just draw courage from each other and not fear that they could be in trouble. We need to talk to them seperately. That way they can feel properly in danger and more willing to co-operate."
Zeoll Sunday July 15th, 2001 1:39:22 AM
"Seperrately or togetherr is all one to me," Zeoll says. "But afterr everryone else has had a chance to speak, I hope to addrress the ones who have not parrticipated."
Kenisha Sunday July 15th, 2001 10:10:30 PM
Kenisha says, "Planning or no, I have to agree with Kalon. The smugglers will only boister each other if we talk to them all in one group."
Ready or Not... (DM Donna) Monday July 16th, 2001 6:13:39 AM
Hoames looks around at all of you, then nods.
"Very well, then, let us be off!" the constable says, and beckons to his assistant. "Come, Clopson--the game is a-hoof!" With this, the two constables lead the party out of the office area and up one more level that, although there is some open space, makes you all feel as though there was no easy way to exit.
"This is the internment level," Clopson explains as the pair lead you on, "During crime investigation and before the trial, suspects are housed here--behind that door, which leads to the other half of this level..." The junior constable pointed to a portal that looked to be made of very dark wood. "...whenever the suspects are to be interrogated or briefed, we take them to interrogation chambers in this half of the level."
"Here we are!" Hoames announces as he stops next to a door with the number "3" carved into the wood and highlighted in gold. "IC3!" The constable opens the door and ushers you all in. Inside the room you see two other centaurs--a dark brown male and a female of palomino coloring.
"LaStride! Flickasen!" Hoames nods to his two colleagues. "These are the ones who wish to speak to the suspects."
"Welcome, Chosen of Domi!" the male says a bit warily, obviously eyeing the non-centaurs of your party. "I am LaStride, senior Defendor for the suspects apprehended at the Surefoot Vineyards last night. This is my assistant, Flickasen." Here the female nods acknowledgement. "The GC has given permission for you to speak with the suspects, but only as long as both Defendor and Accusor are present as witnesses. This is to ensure that you use neither magic nor physical duress on the accused."
"Now, as I have said before," Hoames adds, "It is only we constables--as Accusors and Defendors--who must operate under the 'truth in all dealings' rule...but do not call upon either LaStride nor myself to bolster any...stretches of the truth that you engage in, for our oath will force us to reveal that you are trying to hoodwink the suspects. Do you understand..?" The Accusor looks around at you.
"Why, Hoames..!" LaStride looks surprised and, perhaps, a bit amused. "I didn't realize that part of the code...but you're right! These people are NOT constables, and so don't have to tell the truth. Why...this should prove interesting...very interesting, indeed!"
"The Chosen of Domi will speak to the suspects individually." Clopson says, then turns to the party members present. "Do you have a preference as to which suspect you want to talk to first..?"
Zeoll Monday July 16th, 2001 7:09:36 AM
After thinking for a moment, Zeoll suggests, "Maybe we should talk with the centaurr firrst. As a Taurr, he will have had the clearrest idea of the severrity of his offense. He may let drrop a hint about the culpability of the otherrs."
Turning to the constables, Zeoll adds, smiling, "I admirre yourr devotion to the trruth. But I suspect that the accused will not feel as strrongly devoted to it."
Turning back to his comrades, Zeoll says, "If anyone has any prreparrations to make beforre we begin, then make them now!"
Kale Monday July 16th, 2001 9:29:11 AM
Kale steps outside the building after everyone goes to talk with the prisoners. after leaning against the door for a few minuets, he gets bored and begins to wander around a bit(he isnt shaved, but most of his hair is gone except for little tuffs here and there)
Flat-top Monday July 16th, 2001 9:45:38 AM
"AHHH! yes, the vengeful one. He will be very interesting, What do you want me to do?
Kalon the Wemic Monday July 16th, 2001 3:41:14 PM
Kalon speaks up,"Well we must use our first subject to prepare for the ruse. Bring him in question him. I suspect he will say nothing he knows what his crime will bring to him. After he is removed he should be kept seperated from the prisoners while we make alot of noise and make it sound like he is being questioned hard. Then once we have done that suitably prepare whoever we choose. I think Raorr is the best choice because it just the stereotype assiciated with minotaurs that will frighten them. As I said I will volunteer some blood for the "makeup". Perhaps as an addition we could get a large piece of raw meat to set before Zeoll. After all he was certainly one of the most feircesome amongst us during the attack. We say as little as possible always answer without telling them they are safe. Just let their imagination take over and they should soon tell us what we need to know. After each prisoner is questioned we need to make the noises again" he pauses to catch his breath,"Then when the next one comes in Raorr can lean in close and ay something like,"The last one wasn't very helpful, for your sake I hope you are more helpful""
Ceira Karwyn Monday July 16th, 2001 7:46:00 PM
"AH HA HA HA..." laughs Ceira. After recovering she say to Kalon, "That is an absolutely splendid plan! You're quite the clever one Kalon. I don't suppose you've used this tactic before? This sounds well thought out."
(OOC: I hope I don't sound sarcastic with her laugh. My intentions aren't to mock him, but to boisterously support his plan)
Kenisha Monday July 16th, 2001 8:13:30 PM
Kenisha snickers as Kalon lays out his plan.
"I only object to the playing up of the old stereotypes, but I do admit that it is a good plan."
Raorr the Minotaur Monday July 16th, 2001 8:27:22 PM
Raorr asks "Do either of you constables have to be present in the room? If Kalon's plan has any merit it would be quickly undone if they are able to ask either constable to verify Our 'ploy'. In addition I wonder if the centaur would be the best or worst choice for the first questioning. We may get more useful info from him if first however the blood 'ploy won't be as believable if we 'injured' a fellow taur. A human would be more co-operative in that case, however I feel the woman would be a bad choice due to her emotional situation wouldn't you agree? In that case perhaps a dwarf would be the best first 'victim'"
Pickin' & Choosin' (DM Donna) Tuesday July 17th, 2001 5:54:07 AM
Hoames contemplates the situation for a moment.
"Well, remember, friend Raorr, that the suggestion is to question Puller--the leader and the centaur suspect--first withOUT using the...ahh...graphics; Puller HAS been arrested and punished for other offenses before, and, indeed, is likely not to say much of anything, although he may let slip how knowledgeable the rest of his gang was. No, the 'meat' ploy will be for the benefit of the next person you question AFTER Puller."
"So...does this mean we should send for Puller first..?" LaStride asks the party present.
~~~~~
Meanwhile, Kale is poking around the outside of the constabulary, glad to be away from the presence of all that law and order.
"Hey...hey, mister..!" a young voice asks behind him. "...hey...Mister Minotaur..!" Now there's a tug at the hem of Kale's tunic...
Kale Tuesday July 17th, 2001 7:43:30 AM
a little surprised that someone was able to get so close to him without him noticing, Kale turns towards the voice, pulling his robe a bit so that whoever is grabbing it looses its grip
Kalon the Wemic Tuesday July 17th, 2001 10:35:35 AM
Kalon the Wemic looks at Kenisha,"Stereotypes are the best since it will be what they know most readily. I just think you want to play the "bad" centaur. That is fine but I Think Raorr should start it off. As for the centaur being the first I think the humans will be in even more fear if we do that TO a fellow taur. Then let them imagine what we might do to a HUMAN?" looking at the two constables and Raorr he says,"They are here to observe and to make sure the prisoners are not abused or their rights compromised. If a prisoner seeks to ask them something I do not see it as a breach if they just don't answer. Certainly if they had to say something they would have to answer the truth. That would be when either you or Kenisha if she wants,"he glances at her with a shy smile,"just keep up your act, step between him and the constables and say something like,"Don't look at them I'm the one that's going rip your spine out if you don't answer my question" his says in as deep voice like Raorr,"Zeoll sitting with the meat could slice off a piece and occasionally flick it one and lick his lips. You know things like that. As you all play the "bad" questioners Ceira and I can play the ones who will implore them to answer for their own sakes we need to make them nervous" he pauses to look at the assembled members to see if they understand what he is trying to get at.
Flat-top Tuesday July 17th, 2001 1:12:37 PM
"Well, I think I'll stand out of the way and watch."said Flat-top then went and lean on the wall and cross his arm on his chest.
Raorr the minotaur Tuesday July 17th, 2001 11:48:13 PM
RAorr looks to Leets "What does your beliefs say about this plan, 'Holy Crusader of Domi' I'm sure their must be some moral problems you have with it. So speak up now."
Zeoll Tuesday July 17th, 2001 11:59:36 PM
The wemic shifts uncomfortably. "I will sit in this spot and play a silent rrole, and perrhaps even ask a question or two. But I am not a good actorr, and rratherr than give it away, I will be quiet."
"Yes, show in the centaurr," Zeoll says to the constable.
Kenisha Wednesday July 18th, 2001 12:42:14 AM
"Me? Who would be afraid of me? I'm tiny! Well I suppose ta dwarf might think me big, but I'm nothing standing next to Flat-top." Kenisha shakes her head. " No thanks, I'll pass on playing the baddie. As to which one first, I'd say Puller is the best bet."
Send In Contestant #1..! (DM Donna) Wednesday July 18th, 2001 7:02:30 AM
After the basic strategy is worked out, Hoames looks at LaStride, who then nods to Flickasen. The female constable leaves, soon returning with the centaur that Raorr grappled to a standstill just last night.
"Puller," LaStride addresses the suspect, "These people have been given permission to speak with you. It would be best if you were cooperative." The other centaur sneers, directing most of his insolence to Raorr.
"I see NO need to bother with speaking to a horn-head." Puller replies in a provoking tone of the centaur language...an obvious bid to tick off the non-centaurs of the party.
Flat-top Wednesday July 18th, 2001 10:17:50 AM
"Watch It! Butt-face. Raorr is the one who got to you first. Believe me I really I wanted your err hmm Hide. Sorry, Raorr for the interruption." Said Flat-top as he snort and hooves the floor.
Kale Wednesday July 18th, 2001 11:04:32 AM
"I guess it wasnt anything." Kale says to himself after searching for the voice, then he continues to wander around.
Raorr the Minotaur Wednesday July 18th, 2001 7:32:19 PM
A look of confusion crosses Raorr's face the centaur speaks. Obviously Raorr does not comprehend the words spoken. Hearing Flat-top's quick response Raorr's expression changes to anger, his face contorts again and through his teeth he snarls "Well PONY, I'm gonna love watching you die, I'll be sure to watch and listen to your pitiful cries to your mother to make the pain stop."When we ask a question you will answer. Quickly and precisely, And if you are unwilling to cooperate I'll get myself arrested to get the inforamtion from you on the inside."
Raorr's language becomes cruder and more barbaric and his expression even more so "If I have to do that, you piece of trash, I'll be very upset and ensure taht I personally pull each of your hooves from your scrawny, mule-ish legs and feed them to you one at a time."
He shoots a glance over to the Constables still present and ponders whether or not he'd be able to kill the centaur before he's stopped by them. To those in the group that have seen Raorr control himself notice that Raorr doesn't seem to have all that control at this time. However Raorr restrains himself waiting for the first series of questions, and waiting to see the centaurs answers.
Zeoll Wednesday July 18th, 2001 11:48:04 PM
Zeoll waits, looking solemn, and does not yet speak.
Kenisha Thursday July 19th, 2001 12:49:20 AM
Kenisha eyes Raorr nervously and clears her throat before addressing the prisoner in Centaur. "Ahem... yes. Puller, you are here to answer our questions. Failure to do so will be..." Kenisha pauses to glance at Raorr, "most unpleasant."
"Question number one. How did you intend to transport the wine?"
Ceira Karwyn d20+1=5 Thursday July 19th, 2001 12:56:57 AM
OOC: Diplomacy = 5 :(
"Hold it Raorr." says Ceira as she steps forward. "You can..." she glances at Hoames with the corner of her eye, "... do what you want if we do not like what we hear."
"Now then." she says to Puller. "I know you've been through this process before and you know you have certain rights. That's fine and dandy but let's get this straight. As Raorr has pointed out, WE are not part of the law. WE don't have to abide by any rules of the interrogation process to get information. This is why Raorr is not afraid to act on his own accord and maybe get arrested for it. You heard him. Just look at him. He is--"
Ceira recoils when she realizes that Raorr is on the brink of REALLY losing control. She makes eye contact with Hoames to hopefully convey the message that there may be a potential situation here.
"Uhh... yeah. Well... He..." she stammers, "You'd better tell us what your motives were and be quick!" blurts Ceira with a tinge of fear in her voice. Specifically, a fear of having things get out of control.
Meanwhile, Outside the Constabulary... (DM Donna) Thursday July 19th, 2001 6:24:41 AM
(OOC: hmmm...I posted this yesterday, but for some odd reason it didn't take. That seems to happen every once in a while. Sorry, Kale--here it is again.)
Just as Kale takes a step or two away from the building, the tug on the hem of his tunic occurs once more.
"Hey, mister..!" This time, when the rogue turns and looks, he sees a young centaur child--couldn't possibly be more than seven or eight years of age. The little girl looks up, up, up at the big, tall, and heavily-scarred minotaur, her hazel eyes widening. For a moment, Kale is sure that the girl is going to scream, but then her eyes go blank. She opens her mouth and speaks in a voice that's a bit too mature for such a young child:
"Wander the streets with naught to see But this child with a prophecy. Infidels within must suffer their fate Whilst believers travel through a gate. Play the tune for the key to be found Then the Chosen will soon be Lankhmar-bound. Honor is all for a cause that's just, The truth will prevail, as it must..."
The girl falls silent, her face still blank.
Good Taur, Bad Taur (DM Donna) d20-2=0 Thursday July 19th, 2001 6:37:33 AM
Puller eyes the minotaur who bested him in battle, and tosses his head defiantly. Even as Ceira's concern makes the senior Accuser begin to move forward, however, the wemic sorceress' words have a definite effect on the centaur smuggler...or--more likely--the combination of Raorr's appearance and Ceira's diplomacy seem to appeal to Puller's common sense.
(OOC: I rolled a Willpower versus Ceira's Diplomacy result--guess who lost? ;D)
"Awright--AWRIGHT!" Puller blurts out, sweat breaking out on his forehead. "We was gonna grab the wine and hightail it to the cove--we had a skiff there that we was gonna row out to the ship." His face takes on a mulish, dark look. "The crew will do anything for a profit, an' I wanted revenge on the Surefoots for firin' me...so's we came up with a safe way t' raid the stores for Purple an' Blue Wine."
Flat-top Thursday July 19th, 2001 8:38:53 AM
Flat-top was listerning then told the rest of the party,"That's nothing new, we already knew that when we followed the tracks to the shore. Now Where is these nicy-nice crew that's likes profits? Our Lord Domi want to know???"
Kale Thursday July 19th, 2001 9:48:24 AM
being a bit surprised at what he just heard, Kale says. "Can you repeat that little girl."
Kalon the Wemic Thursday July 19th, 2001 11:10:43 AM
Looking at the centaur,"Listen carefully Puller is it?" he steps abit closer,"What we want to know is all that you know about the pirates you are selling the sacred wine to and when they will be expecting you to meet them for the next shipment. The sacrilege you did was great but we are the Chosen of Domi. By helping us you restore at least in a small part the wrong you have done in the greatness of our god. Co-operation is good for you and good for us since you are not ignorant of our laws on the sacred wine you must know full well your punishment should you be found guilty. Help us find out what we wish, swear your true repentence to our great god and I will do all I can to help you." without turning to look at the centaurs present,"I am not familiar with the form of a death punishment in the centaur lands is it drawing and quartering." he takes another step closer to Puller as he speaks in all earnestness.
OOC: Kalon has slowly taken a couple of steps closer to Puller to intercept Raorr if he tries to go for Puller. If Raorr does Kalon will strike Raorr trying for his stunning blow
Raorr the Minotaur Thursday July 19th, 2001 6:19:37 PM
Raorr continues breathing deeply keeping his eyes on Puller.
Waiting for a slip in his co-operation...
Kenisha Thursday July 19th, 2001 11:01:51 PM
Kenisha remains silent for the moment since others have picked up on the questioning. She does keep an eye on both Puller and Raorr; fingering one of her carved shells she has woven into her hair.
Ceira Karwyn Friday July 20th, 2001 12:25:17 AM
Awaiting the answer to Kalon's question, Ceira crosses her arms and stares intently at Puller. Every now and then, she'll take a few quick glances at Raorr to try and read his expression.
Zeoll Friday July 20th, 2001 6:09:28 AM
Zeoll waits to hear the criminal's response.
One-Shot Prophecy (DM Donna) Friday July 20th, 2001 7:29:09 AM
The little centaur girl opens her mouth to speak, but the voice that Kale hears is of a higher pitch, not as ancient sounding, loud--and comes from off to one side of the street.
"Marigold Dappleshade, you come over here this instant!!!" the owner of the voice--looking and sounding like the colt's mother--gallops up to Kale and her daughter. "What in the Wold possessed you to canter off like that? You naughty child!" The mare picks up her offspring, casting a bit of suspicious eye on Kale, frowning a little. The little girl stirs in her mother's arms, animation and the exuberance of the very young returning to her eyes once more.
"I...I'm sorry, Dammy," she says, "I...I had to tell him something important. Something his friends must know."
"And what was THAT, Marigold?" the older female demands humorously. "You had to tell him how many sugarhoofs you had at breakfast..? Or how many butterflies you've chased today..?"
"I...I can't remember, Dammy," Marigold answers with a child's honesty, "I just know that he has to tell the others...the Chosen."
"Well..." Marigold's dam turns to Kale and looks him over once more, then addresses the minotaur in a curiously rough voice: "...I hope my child didn't unduly bother you then...Chosen One. Now...if you'll excuse us..." Mother and daughter quickly trot off.
Meanwhile, Back in IC3... (DM Donna) Friday July 20th, 2001 7:48:37 AM
Before any of the other party members can answer, Puller gives a short laugh.
"The penalty for blasphemy, wemic, is death by hanging." Puller looks sharply at the monk. "It's considered a coward's death." The suspect sighs heavily. "I'll be found guilty, lion-taur...because all I thought about was revenge, an' the Temple teaches us that a warrior don't fight for revenge...a warrior fights for justice." The centaur shakes his head.
"You'll never find the Zephyr now--the skiff was manned by two pirates who had orders to wait until dawn. When we didn't show with the usual haul, they likely pushed off an' returned to the ship." Puller shrugs. "I was just a means for 'em to get some booty without workin' too hard for it...I dunno where the ship may be now."
Kalon the Wemic Friday July 20th, 2001 10:08:41 AM
He nods as Puller answers,"Thank you that was helpful. Just a couple more questions if you don't mind. Would an of your crew be ex-pirates by any chance and will the pirate ship come back again at an appointed time and finally do you have any contact here who helped to connect you to the pirates?" Kalon pauses a moment thinking ,"Actually a couple more, but not about your crime. Do you feel remorse for your crimes? Would you stand as a warrior for justice if given the chance? I saw when you faced Raorr that you did not surrender. In a way that is noble and strong as a warrior should be." he pauses studying Puller intently making eye contact with him,"If you had the means to compensate the vineyard would you? And most importantly if you had a second chance what would you do with it?"
Flat-top Friday July 20th, 2001 10:09:04 AM
Now Flat-top walks beside Raorr and wispers to him, "You have done well,my friend. You now know the name of the skiff and of at less of two pirates. And something else, The reason as to why you have been chosen by Domi. A warrior fights for justice and that you, Friend, the arm of Domi 's Justice." Flat-top turns to the others, "I heard enough I'll be waiting for all of you outside with Kale," Then Flat-top leaves.
Raorr the Minotaur Friday July 20th, 2001 11:51:14 AM
As Flat-top speaks to Raorr, Raorr turns to look at him. When the centaur finishes he grunts acknowledgement however Raorr does not stay looking at him for long he returns his wild stare back to the Centaur.
Raorr stands there tensing ready to pounce, at the slightest provocation. In his mind he's already focused waiting for battle, deep down where his friendly side stays at this time it slowly tries to pull down the beast of fury that's almost been freed, it atempts to soothe the beast with softer words and promises of greater battles in the future.
Kale Sunday July 22nd, 2001 5:55:06 AM
though he looks and nods at the centaur, Kale's mind is elsewhere, thinking of what he's just heard. after about a minuet after Mairgold leaves, Kale starts to laugh out loud. wiping tears from his eyes, he thinks to himself, out of all of us, Im the one that Domi chooses to address. I bet that's going to ruffle a few feathers!
Zeoll Sunday July 22nd, 2001 2:59:59 PM
Zeoll offers a thankful and silent prayer to Tomi that things are going so well so far. "With any luck," he thinks, "the rest will go as smoothly."
Kenisha Sunday July 22nd, 2001 11:11:47 PM
Kenisha nods and smiles at Raorr. She nods to Flat-top as he passes to leave.
Truth & Consequences (DM Donna) Monday July 23rd, 2001 6:57:02 AM
Puller tilts his head as he looks at Kalon oddly.
"You're not a centaur, you don't understand." he says in a voice that seems to hold much pity. "It wouldn't make any difference if I had the ability to spit platinum, and thus pay the money back to the vineyard a hundred times over--the constabulary has made a full investigation into the complete truth of my motives and the crime...I *am* guilty of blasphemy against the teachings of Domi and the law of Centaur Isle. The ONLY penalty for such a crime is death. Period. Nothing can save me from that." Puller sighs.
"Of the pirates who are captured here with me for the same crime, all I can say is that the captain of the Zephyr has a policy that says crewmembers have only ONE chance and then they are on their own. Once we all missed the waiting skiff--which MUST be gone by now--there was NO chance of the Zephyr hanging around for us...we blew the rendezvous, and the ship is gone--never to return. Ever." The centaur turns to Hoames.
"If this is all, I'd like to go back to my cell." Puller states. The Accusor and the Defendor exchange glances, then Flickasen removes Puller from the interrogation chamber.
"Who is next to be interrogated?" Hoames asks the party.
Meanwhile, Outside the Constabulary (DM Donna) Monday July 23rd, 2001 7:04:52 AM
Kale notices that just about everyone notices him, many doing double-takes, some scowling, but all of them avoiding him...except one, who comes trotting up to him. An attack..?
No...it's Flat-top. Apparently he's finished with the proceedings inside the constabulary.
Flat-top Monday July 23rd, 2001 8:41:19 AM
Flat-top trots out of those towers of justice and out with the centaurs again. Looking around for Kale, then spots his friend down the street (just a little ways down). As he trots over to Kale. "Ah! There you are,Kale." Flat-top does not notice the stares and scowling coming from the crowed. As Kale and Flat-top meet, they grab their fore arm (like friends do) "Very predicable, They did it with malice and planning. Hey? What's this grin on you ugly face?".
Kalon the Wemic Monday July 23rd, 2001 11:21:34 AM
As Puller is being lead out Kalon calls after him,"Perhaps I do not understand but I know that asking for forgiveness of our god is the first step to receiving it. I will keep my word and speak to those in power on your behalf pray our great lord guide you a forgive you."
He watches saddness in his heart as the centaur is lead away. Then turning to the others,"I do not expect the others will be able to tell us anymore if what Puller said is true. I do not know if or which one we should question next"
Kenisha Monday July 23rd, 2001 8:39:59 PM
"Perhaps the female?" Kenisha suggests to Kalon and the others.
Zeoll Monday July 23rd, 2001 11:56:31 PM
Zeoll agrees. "Yes, let us talk with the female."
Raorr the Minotaur Tuesday July 24th, 2001 6:02:38 AM
"I see no point in talking to any of them any longer unless your hopes are to get some names. A man with no hope of living rarely choses to lie, even if dishonest in life. He may be trying to prepare to get forgiveness with doomi before his death. I thiknk continuing at this time is pointless. The rest are just low level hooligans and muscle."
One More Try (DM Donna) Tuesday July 24th, 2001 6:52:01 AM
Hoames and LaStride exchange glances, then nod to Clopson, who leaves.
"We will bring the female human." Hoames says.
"She gives her name as 'Peg Leg Linda.' " adds LaStride. "Though Domi knows why--neither of her legs are prosthetics." The door opens up and Flickasen accompanies Clopson and the human female smuggler you all remember from just last night.
She looks like she is very likely pretty by human standards, but her face and eyes look puffy, as though she'd been crying all night.
"Does she need to have that Tongues spell refreshed?" LaStride asks his assistant, who shakes her head.
"No, sir--there's another hour or so to go on hers."
"These are civilians," Hoames says to the human, "They are here to ask you some questions." The woman turns her head and looks at you all, but her face spasms as she sees Zeoll. She makes an obvious effort to curb her reaction, though, and sits there with a stone face.
Meanwhile, Outside the Constabulary... (DM Donna) Tuesday July 24th, 2001 6:54:46 AM
Flat-top paws the ground, still awaiting Kale's response to his question.
Kalon the Wemic Tuesday July 24th, 2001 8:43:07 AM
Kalon feels a saddness growing inside as he watches the woman then moves abit closer before sitting in a very unthreatening manner,"Could we get you anything mam?" he waits to hear her response.
OOC: getting her anything within reason like water or such. That accomplished he continues talking to her.
"I am sorry about the death of the one man. I tried to help him but it was to late already. Was he your mate?"Kalon again will await a response then proceed forth.
"I am Kalon and we need to ask you some questions. Co-operation is in your best interest and if you co-operate I will do what I can on your behalf. Please tell us all that you know about the pirates that you were selling the wine to, names, destinations, number of crew members, size of the ship and such"
Kale Tuesday July 24th, 2001 9:40:17 AM
Kale was laughing soo hard, he didnt notice Flat-Top right away. "Oh, nothing really." Kale says in between chuckles. "Ive just been blessed by our patron god with information about our next quest. What I find so funny is that he chose me to give it to. Oh, by the way, maybe you should hold this." Kale says as he hands Flat-Top the gold medalion. "I dont want to be accused of stealing our reward."
Flat-top Tuesday July 24th, 2001 10:14:20 AM
Flat-top is looking at Kale (who's chuckling so hard) " you were blessed by Domi? with information of our next Quest? Yes, it is sort of funny, HE HE But you are one of the Chosen One. I cannot wait to see the sock on the others face." Snicker Snicker as kale puts a gold madalion into his hands, " Tee Hee Where did you get this? who is this for?"
Ceira Karwyn Tuesday July 24th, 2001 11:32:07 AM
"You seem sad." says Ceira soothingly. "Why do you weep? Is it because of the consequences of your faults or do you weep for a loved one?"
Zeoll Tuesday July 24th, 2001 12:43:42 PM
As with the other prisoner, Zeoll remains solemn and silent.
Kenisha Tuesday July 24th, 2001 8:21:35 PM
Kenisha stays back and observes the prisoner as the answers Kalon's and Ceira's questions.
A Sorry Pirate (DM Donna) Wednesday July 25th, 2001 9:23:01 AM
Outside the constabulary, Kale and Flat-top draw a few stares and glances, but nobody approaches them.
Inside IC3, the female human draws herself up and sits rigidly with a look of fierce determination on her face.
"I am Peg Leg Linda," she says coldly, "Crewmember of the Zephyr...since magic's been used to reveal what I did already, there's no harm in telling you beastly lot what the horsies already know--we're PIRATES, by the Abyss--we take what we want WHEN we want it...and we wanted the wine. For partying and for profit. And--not that it's any of YOUR business, furface--" here Peg Leg's voice sneers directly at Ceira, "--but I'm crying over my brother, Hot Dog Mike...the guy THAT one over there butchered!" The woman jabs an accusing finger Zeoll's way, then suddenly leaps to her feet, prompting Clopson to grab hold of her as she screams at the top of her lungs:
"I'm only sorry that we weren't able to finish you off, you sorry sack of fur!!! How DARE you come between us and what we wanted??? How DARE you stop us from getting the loot that we schemed long and hard for??? Someday I'll get you for this! JUST SEE IF I DON'T...!!!" Both Flickasen and Clopson bodily drag off the struggling, yelling human.
"Hmmm..." Hoames says in the silence that prevails after Peg Leg Linda's rant, "...I would say that none of these smugglers had any reservations about killing anybody that got in their way."
Kale Wednesday July 25th, 2001 9:26:39 AM
"Why, it was our reward for stopping the thieves. Have you forgotten?" Kale asks Flat-Top. then he says "Havent those guys in there finished yet?"
Zeoll Wednesday July 25th, 2001 9:43:44 AM
Zeoll speaks softly in his native wemic tongue.
"A Hell Hound dam might grieve in like fashion over dead cubs or mate, but she would still be as quick to rip out the throat of a Wemic."
He shakes his head, heavy with the memories of his own slain clan, and waits for the next pirate to be brought forth.
Kenisha Wednesday July 25th, 2001 9:51:51 AM
"So it would seem, Hoames." Kenisha replies with a sadness in her voice.
"We may not fair any better with the other prisoners."
Kalon the Wemic Wednesday July 25th, 2001 10:27:14 AM
Kalon shifts uneasily, shaking his head,:So much violence in the world"he mutters the turns to address Hoames,"Perhaps, perhaps not, something in her life made her choose the path she was on. She is speaking through grief, anger and a little fear"
Turning to address the group he says, "I do not think they will have the information we need."
Flat-top Wednesday July 25th, 2001 11:38:28 AM
"No I don't remember. I do what has to be done. Now when the rest of the party find out that the pirates had every intention of stealing that wine. To me it makes no differance, they planed, they came to steal and they were ready to kill for it." Then Flat-top starts to laugh again, "Tee Hee snicker, I cannot wait to see their faces. OH! yes I'm glad that Domi gave you the message."
Ceira Karwyn Wednesday July 25th, 2001 11:44:46 AM
"I partially agree with Kalon. While it is true, this so-called 'Peg Leg' is acting out of grief and anger, that does not mean the others will be the same. Her brother was slain so the strong emotions are justified. The others may be a bit more passive about it so we can't count them out just yet. Bring on the next one..."
Next...! (DM Donna) Thursday July 26th, 2001 7:53:05 AM
Flickasen and Clopson are dispatched to retrieve another of the smugglers--this time it's one of the dwarves. He's spelled so that he understands your language (and can be understood by you.)
"I'm Geode." he says. "I just wanna do my time and get off this stupid island."
Kalon the Wemic Thursday July 26th, 2001 9:37:57 AM
Kalon looks at the dwarf,"That is assuming that such an option exists for you. Death after all is the normal punishment for the stealing of the sacred wine. We require information about your pirate contacts names, places, ways of contacting them and so on. Co-operate and things will go better for you fail to and..." he gestures with his thumb toward Zeoll,"well he is feeling hungry"
Flat-top Thursday July 26th, 2001 3:25:00 PM
After a good laugh "Oh! Yes,!" said Flat-top,"That madallion you gave me (you know the one that Domi gave you for the party?) Well, I went to the Catacombs for exchange for chits. I had a little trouble in there, don't know if I'm welcome in there again. They changed it for 8 markers worth 222gp a piece and one marker worth 224gp. Zeoll after the arbitration took his marker and came back to Centaur Isle. I don't remember if Raorr had taken his, But I put mine in my pouch so that leaves 7 markers for the rest of the party." "And here they are (Flat-top gives 7 markers worth 222gp to Kale) I want you to give them to the party when you tell them about the message from Domi." Then Flat-top starts another round of laughter.
Zeoll d20+3=5 Thursday July 26th, 2001 9:10:04 PM
After Kalon says that Zeoll is hungry, the wemic priest thinks to himself, "Well, yes, I am getting a little peckish, but I can wait for my lunch. There's no need to hurry just so we can eat sooner. Maybe Kalon wants the dwarf to think I'll be angry if the short fellow keeps me overlong from my midday meal. Well, I'll play along."
Zeoll frowns and speaks in common, "Yes, dwarrf, I am hungrry, so it would be betterr if you spoke quickly and did not keep us herre past lunchtime!"
The wemic glares fiercely at the dwarf.
[OOC: that's an untrained Intimidate roll up there with a +3 Chr bonus. Alas, not very intimidating.]
Raorr the Minotaur Thursday July 26th, 2001 9:36:13 PM
RAorr looks impatiently at the dwarf "WEll dwarf, I just wanna hear you answer the questions, so I can go bust your old pirate friends and their little ship. Now answer the question or they'll start calling you stumpy after I rip your leg of with my horns, and feed them to some starving dogs."
With that Raorr steps up to the table the dwarf is sitting at.
Raorr looks at Zeoll then back at The dwarf "Your right about this island though, nothing useful here but you'll be here quite some time, and I don't think the centuars on this stupid island would like to hear you say their islands stupid. You see I can handle these centaurs present myself, you on the other hand are a little short on the right equipment to fight to live. So I would suggest co-operating before word gets out in the area that's holding you that you sold out your companions. If you co-operate we won't even mention your help in our investigation, Your Puller is gonna die no matter what, Peg Leg Linda's attitude is gonna kill her. Your a dwarf and have a long life ahead of you, perhaps a deal can be made to get you off the island." Raorr's voice trail's off and then he continues "Perhaps dwarf instead of serving your time behind bars doing petty tasks and useless routines, I could get you a sentence working on something you as a dwarf could respect and possibly enjoy doing. We" motioning to the group members present " HAve a place we've moved into, I personally haven't seen it but from my companions descriptions it is quite an impressive place. I would consider in return for your complete detailed history of your association with Puller and any other criminal elemeents you have asscocited with personally or through hearing about through your merry band here, offering you to ply your dwarven skills in making the Hearthold Keep a more attractive, practical place to live in, I would be sure to allow you free rein on the small island we live on and there would be no guards to harass you. This offer woulkd last as long as your original sentenace would last and possibily you will be paid for your efforts, of course I would need to see your skills before agreeing to how much."
Raorr steps back and allows the dwarf to think
Kenisha Friday July 27th, 2001 1:12:14 AM
Kenisha watches as Kalon, Zeoll and Raorr interrogate the dwarf. It's a fight to keep the smile off her face when Zeoll glares at the dwarf. She knew he was trying to be menacing, but it just didn't come off that way to her.
Stand Back--it's a Major Gut-Spill! (DM Donna) d20=3 Friday July 27th, 2001 6:44:17 AM
(OOC: well...look who else lost their willpower to resist what little intimidation Zeoll was offering? LOL)
The normally-ruddy complexion of the dwarf's face blanches quite visibly--apparently humanoids are a lot easier to hoodwink than experienced centaurs like Kenisha.
"I don' know nuthin' from 'contacts' an' such, bullhead!" Geode says in a very earnest voice. "I'm just a hired hand f'r the Zephyr, an' I did as Cap'n Karly ordered. Alla us that ya caught is just crew--none of us know nothin' about th' operations but that we had to go fetch wine twice a month or so. We wasn't even allowed to drink none 'til we got back to th' ship itself!"
"This is true." Hoames interjects. "None of the smugglers knew any details about any of the grander plans of the ship they crewed--they were just pirates following orders. This Captain Karly person was apparently paranoid enough to never tell the crew anything they did not need to know."
Kale Friday July 27th, 2001 7:36:21 AM
Kale takes the chits from Flat-Top, then he heads back to the prison. "Im getting bored around here. Surely they have finished with those theives by now."
Zeoll d20+3=14 Friday July 27th, 2001 8:23:10 AM
Zeoll thinks to himself, "To an investigator with a clever mind, such as Hoames here, even tiny threads can form a tapestry of information. Let me see what threads I can draw out of this dwarf, while he is cooperative."
Turning to Geode, the wemic says sterrnly, "We shall judge what inforrmation is useful orr not. Now, tell me ..."
He pauses, then asks point by point ...
"List the names of the porrts you visited on the Zephyrr, and how often, and in what orrderr. List porrts that the ship visited when you werre not aboarrd."
"In the porrts you visited, what werre the taverrns and establishments frrequented by pirrates? Tell us about the barrkeeps and merrchants you patrronized."
"List the carrgoes that you know or thought the ship carrried, and how much, and frrom wherre to wherre. For example, wherre was the sacrred blue wine unloaded?"
"What does this Karrly look like? What clothes does he wearr? Does he have any scarrs? Mannerrisms? Favorrite colorrs, or foods, or weapons? How long have you serrved him? How tall is he? What is his complexion? His hairr colorr?"
"Who else did you serrve with aboarrd the Zephyrr? List theirr names, jobs, and rranks. Tell us theirr rraces, appearrances, and so on. Be detailed."
"What other pirrate ships did you encounterr? What werre theirr captains' names? Tell us about them."
[OOC: That's my untrained Sense Motive check up there with a +3 Wis bonus -- to try to tell if the dwarf starts lying.]
[By the way, Sam, if you intend for us to go a-hunting pirates, then I guess we really need the answers the dwarf provides. On the other hand, if this is info that we are gathering only for Hoames's sake, then I, Cayzle, don't need to hear it. Oh, and welcome to the game!]
Kalon the Wemic Friday July 27th, 2001 10:50:15 AM
Kalon smiles at Zeoll's long list of questions,"Yes that is the kind of information we are in need of. I think Raorr is looking forward to feeding his dogs and lunch is getting closer..."
OOC: If pirates are not in our future as I suspect they might not be then let's just skip ahead. Assuming the GM doesn't mind. The group will just keep playing mind games with the pirates like this. What do other players think of this idea?
Flat-top Friday July 27th, 2001 11:00:41 AM
"They should be! I think the crooks are all guilty" said Flat-top. As he follows Kale back into the police station. "Snicker" smiled Flat-top.
Kenisha Sunday July 29th, 2001 9:48:50 PM
Feeling like a fifth hoof but unable to pull herself away from the interrogations, Kenisha continues to watch and listen.
Ceira Karwyn Monday July 30th, 2001 2:23:11 AM
"Yikes, aren't you asking for a bit much from them Zeoll? I mean... sure they may not know about the big picture but based on how I perceive Hoames' confidence in extracting further information, I don't think we'll get much more out of them. Afterall, Hoames and his operatives are supposed to be the expert interrogators here."
DM #2(dm sam) Monday July 30th, 2001 9:05:49 AM
as Zeoll asks all of his questions, Geode begins to sweat profusely and shake a bit. as soon as Zeoll finishes, the poor pirate collapses to the ground. Hoames rushes to Geode's side and checks his pulse. "Hes ok, he just fainted." then he calls for 2 of his guards to help Geode and they remove him from the room. then, in a bit of an angry voice, Hoames says "Ive allowed you to question the prisoners seeing that you were the ones that caught them. But I belive your interrigations are at an end. Even though they are thieves, they are MY responsibility and I cannot allow them to think that they are in danger of being killed outright. That makes a prisoner unstable and prone to do drastic actions, causing harm to my men. Im sorry, but I think its time for you all to go."
Kale Monday July 30th, 2001 9:07:29 AM
moving back into the building, Kale hears what Hoames says, but decides to wait near the door. "I guess they are done." he says to himself
Flat-top Monday July 30th, 2001 12:09:20 PM
Flat-top following Kale, almost bump into Kale, "Hey! Why did you stop? And did you hear anything interesting?"
Kalon the Wemic Monday July 30th, 2001 3:49:08 PM
"Let's go we have as much as we can hope for" Kalon turns and leaves the room almost bumping into the waiting Kale.
Zeoll Monday July 30th, 2001 6:24:33 PM
Zeoll bows.
"I hope we have helped you," he says to Hoames.
"Good luck with yourr investigations."
The wemic departs.
Kenisha Monday July 30th, 2001 10:26:14 PM
Kenisha follows Zeoll out the room after thanking Hoames for his time.
Once outside she says, "Well that was both productive and depressing."
Together Again(dm sam) Tuesday July 31st, 2001 6:25:41 AM
Kenisha, Zeoll, and the others leave the interrogation room to find Kale and Flat-Top waiting for them, smiles on Kale's and Flat-Top's faces
Kale Tuesday July 31st, 2001 6:26:24 AM
"Well, did you all learn anything interesting? I did." Kale says to everyone
Flar-top Tuesday July 31st, 2001 10:40:40 AM
Flat-top leans on the wall with the the biggest grin on his face,"Shall we go for a Mounten ice and sparkling water?"
Zeoll Tuesday July 31st, 2001 3:37:43 PM
Zeoll smiles back. "Now what has made you two so pleased with yourrselves?" he asks.
After hearing whatever story there is to tell, Zeoll asks if there is any other busimess to keep them on Centaur Island. Should the group return to Hearthold Keep?
Ceira Karwyn Tuesday July 31st, 2001 4:01:13 PM
"That sounds nice." says Ceira. "I'm a bit parched. We had better get moving. This has been quite an advnture. Plus, Raorr hasn't had the opportunity to tour our new home."
Kalon the Wemic Tuesday July 31st, 2001 9:59:54 PM
Kalon waits for Kale and Flat-top to explain themselves as he rolls around what they learned from the smugglers.
Kenisha Tuesday July 31st, 2001 11:08:20 PM
"Well we learned some things, not too sure how useful it all is." Kenisha says with a thoughtful look on her face. "So what did you learn?"
Talking(dm sam) Wednesday August 1st, 2001 4:07:16 AM
the group remains just inside the prison building, trying to figure out what to do next
Kale Wednesday August 1st, 2001 4:12:20 AM
"Well, this might be hard to belive, but while you were all in there, I was told that our path lies in Lankhmar, and that the path to Lankhmar is at a certain gate here in this city, but its only activated by a certain musical sound. I think we have to find someone here that knows of the gate and the musical notes that activate it."
Zeoll Wednesday August 1st, 2001 6:54:36 AM
"Well," Zeoll says, "I was kind of looking forrwarrd to a visit home, but the path of the Chosen is not always obvious."
The wemic asks Kale, "Who told you this, if you don't mind, and can you rrememberr theirr exact worrds?"
Flat-top Wednesday August 1st, 2001 10:44:01 AM
"Our path lies in Lankhmar, HUH!" said Flat-top, with one hand on his chin and the other holding on his weapon around his neck. "I guess that means that the picnic is out, I did want to see how Sargasso (the Satyr) and his friends got here, But I'm Still thirsty, So let's get a bit to eat. Them do Domi wish!"
Leets (back, sorry for being so long...) Wednesday August 1st, 2001 2:36:51 PM
The young Paladin grins as he sees the two guards coming for the fainted Geode. He watches his fellows leving the interrogation room, quiet, but he was obviously hearing what was said and looks a little bit sad about it.
"It's such a pity we have to behave this way...May Domi bring this dwarf back on the way of truth and justice."
Leets takes a long breath, clearing his mind, but mentally swearing he will try to come back to this dwarf and his friends as soon as he can.
"In Lankhmar?" - asks Leets when hearing Kale's words - "I don't even know where it is? What would we have to do over there? Could we find the pirates in this city?"
Ceira Karwyn Wednesday August 1st, 2001 8:17:14 PM
"Lankhmar? Yes, just WHO told you this anyhow? You weren't out here for very long. Perhaps one of the authorities here?"
Kenisha Wednesday August 1st, 2001 11:36:02 PM
Kenisha starts to nod in agreement with Zeoll and Flat-top then stops suddenly.
"Flat-top you are a genius! Okay, Kale said that this gate is sound activated by a specific musical tone. Sargasso and his friends came here by way of a rainbow bridge I believe he called it, right? Pan pipes. Satyrs are known to use pan pipes, very special ones at that. At the very least we should ask him about how he got here. It could very well be that this gate and the rainbow bridge are one in the same."
Kalon the Wemic Thursday August 2nd, 2001 12:13:39 AM
Kalon continues to stand and await the groups next move.
Raorr the Minotaur Thursday August 2nd, 2001 12:33:14 AM
Raorr silently follows the group relaxing waiting for someone to finally step up and take leadership...
Delayed(dm sam) Friday August 3rd, 2001 9:32:11 AM
(sorry about no posts yesterday, i had a migrane headache all day). the group continues to stand around, getting curious looks from some of the guards in the prison forum. after a about two minuets, one of the guards approaches the group and says. "Sorry, but if your bussiness is done, you need to move along."
Kale Friday August 3rd, 2001 9:38:09 AM
Kale is about to answer all the questions when the guard asks everyone to leave. shrugging his shoulders, he leaves. once everyone is outside, he says "A little girl who was able to sneak up on me without me noticing her told me, except when she spoke, it wasnt in the voice of a little girl. There was great power and knowelge behind the voice. As for what she said,
Wander the streets with naught to see But this child with prophecy Infidels within must suffer their fate Whilst belivers travel through a gate Play the tune for the key to be found Then the Chosen will so be Lankhmar - bound Honor is all for a cause that's just The truth will prevail, as it must.
I dont know how you think, but im sure that means our path lies in Lankhmar, where ever that is."
Flat-top Friday August 3rd, 2001 11:07:12 AM
"HUH?" Flat-top is surprised at what Kenisha had said about him being a genius (what ever that is). "All I want is for us to go on a picnic, with Sargasso and his friends. Sargasso did mention a Rainbow Gate!. I don't know where this Lankhmar is. But there's no Lankhmar on Centaur Island, Do you Kenisha? Or You Leets?. But if Domi said we have to go to Lankhmar, I'm going to Lankhmar."
Raorr the Minotaur Friday August 3rd, 2001 1:07:37 PM
Raorr chuckles "At least we know Domi has a sense of humour. And obviously some human lessons in rhyming, the verse is horrible."
Raorr shakes his head "Flat-top, we are not going for a picnic, I didn't come here to watch you relieve some childhood dreams of eating with fairies. I disapprove of the satyr and his friends, however you may be correct about the gate and the music, but If i hear the 'prophecy correctly" he pauses running it through his head quickly " Kale is the lucky Taur who is going to be playing the tune to find the key. In any case I think we should head of to the Hearthold Keep."
With that Raorr begins walking away west.
Leets Saturday August 4th, 2001 2:11:16 PM
"I have to admit Raorr is right, Flat-Top" says the young paladin as he picks up his thing on the ground, smiling politely to the guard. "Whoever talked to Kale, he or she wanted us to know something important...I haven't been traveling much and my first steps brought me to the heartkeep , so, no Raorr, I haven't been hearing of this city of Lankhmar. If none of us heard of it, or went there, it could mean that we need some serious equipment, because if we need this "Gate" to go there, it could be really far away, whether it is Sargasso's rainbow gate or not." Leets finishes to put his things on his back, and makes one first step in Raoorr's direction, looking one last time behind him. "You could consider that you have better to do, but I prefer to walk by Raorr's side to the heartkeep. We can could get some information there, and prepare our trip. And to my mind, the sooner will be the better..." Leets galops for a couple of seconds, until he his by Raorr's side.
Flat-top Saturday August 4th, 2001 3:05:35 PM
Flat-top turns to Kale,"I know I'm not the smartest miletary center around, But when I'm get orders to go some where, I GO. And when it's Domi that does thr ordering, I really think we should listen."
Zeoll Sunday August 5th, 2001 8:17:57 AM
Zeoll "translates" the verse softly to himself (in his native tongue) as Kale recites: "Forget about the pirates. Find a gate. Use music to open it. Go through to Lankhmar so truth will prevail."
Zeoll agrees. "Tomi speaks, we listen. But if the satyrr is imporrtant, we must make surre he does not leave beforre we can talk to him."
Zeoll talks to the highest ranking Constabulary official present. He requests that a message be sent to the reverend Hollyhocks. The message is, "Please ask Satyrr Sarrgasso to wait forr one morre day. If we rreturrn tomorrrow we might need to talk with him." If he thinks it will help, Zeoll will offer a little gold in thanks for the messenger's trouble.
Then Zeoll joins the group headed home.
OOC: reminder -- I won't be posting Monday, Tuesday, and maybe not Wednesday. :-(
Kenisha Sunday August 5th, 2001 12:14:45 PM
Kenisha shrugs, "I have what I will need save food and water. Since I have no money to buy anything else, what else is there to get?"
Still, she does follow after the others as they make their way back to Heartkeep Isle.
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