I agree, says Halloran, so we'll leave it for another day. Halloran exits the cave and heads for his horse, There's still daylight, so we might as well cover more ground while we can.
"That's settled then. Onward." A few running steps and Silstaren vaults into his saddle.
As I understand it. We left the elk temple travelling southeast. Then northeast around the Thorn river camp. We should be directly to the right of Thorn River. If we're serious about getting to Bokken's quickly we head straight northeast two hexes through already explored territory.
New Map.
Your at the Gold Coin.
Riding to northeast Silstaren asks Halloran, "We'll be passing by the spider's nest. Should we stop to make sure none have returned?"
Halloran grimaces at the thought, I'd rather not, but I suppose it's on the way, so long as we remain alert we should be alright, I think. he says, somewhat hesitantly.
Then we'll ride for Bokken's by way of the spider lair.
The nests are empty as you go by
Then we keep on riding.
You reach Bokken's Hut, and he's outside smoking a pipe.
Seeing the hermit, Silstaren kicks his horse into a trot. "Hail, Bokken! Grower of vegetables, brewer of potions. We found your berry patch."
Riding up to the hut, the elf drops lightly to the ground. "Unfortunately the fruit is quite delicate. We will have to make special provisions to bring it back whole."
Halloran dismounts as well, We did manage to bring some back in ths, he says holding out the waterskin. I don't know if you can use it or not.
Bokken:
while slightly stoned.
"Excellent, I'll get to making a few more potions, any requests?"
Elaine tries to think through her different options.
"My funds are insufficient for a purchase now. I hope you will grant me the discount on a future transaction."
Bokken:
"I don't mind, take your time, and choose wisely."
Currently our party fund holds only about 240 in gold, so it might take awhile for us to be able to buy 1 of your potions. Halloran says.
For myself, I would like a potion of Bull's Strength, if your willing to hold it for me, until I can pay you.
Bokken:
If you have some easy spells I don't know, I take that as payment.
"All his spells are easy." Silstaren deadpans.
Halloran gives Silstaren a look, Thanks. he says dryly.
Turning back to Bokken he says, In that case, perhaps we can work something out. Say one spell per potion?
Bokken:
Deal.
Very well then, let me consult my spellbook and see what spells I have available. Halloran says, pulling out the book in question.
After concluding his deal Halloran looks at the rest of the party, Since I'm apparently buying, did anybody else want anything while we are here?
"So what is the shopping list?"
Good question. Halloran says.
Turning back to Bokken he asks, What potions do you have available? or can make in a week or two?
Bokken:
"Well I can make Bull's Strength, Cure Light, Cure Moderate, Cat's Grace, Bear's Endurance, Foxes Cunning, Mage Armour, Disguise Self, Shield and I can't remember the others at the moment as they are rarely made and sold."
Halloran turns back to the rest of the party and asks, Any preferences? personally I'd go for the Cure Light and Cure Moderate potions, but I'm willing to listen to requests.
Silstaren thinks over the options. "The stronger cure potions will be more useful if one of us is badly hurt. Thank you, Halloran. It is generous of you to share the fruit of your spells ijn this way."
Glad I could be of assistance. Halloran says.
Turning back to Bokken he says, I think we'll take 1 Bull's Strength potion, 2 Cure Moderate Wounds potions, 1 Cat's Grace potion and a Disguise Self potion.
Silstaren nods with approval. "How long will that take, Bokken?"
Bokken:
"I oddly have all of them in stock.
Though I'm curious what your gonna do with the Disguise Potion?"
"I'm kinda curious about that decision myself, it's likely part of some plan for the stag lord."
Not so much a plan, as an idea for the future, but we'll see how things turn out. Halloran says to Alkaid.
Turning back to Bokken, he says, So you want to make the trades now?
Bokken:
"Wine Not."
Very well then. assuming no difficulties Halloran will let Bokken copy 5 spells out of his spellbook, in exchange for the 5 agreed upon potions.
Turning back to the rest of the party, he'll say, This might take awhile, do we want to camp here for the night? or wait until Bokken is done and push on to Oleg's?"
Elaine looks outside to see how much daylight is left.
About a few hours left.
Silstaren looks at the sun. There's plenty of time to hunt. Together Elaine and I might find a deer, or at least some rabbits for meat, and Bokken likely has some root vegetables from his garden. A meal could cement our relationship with the man, and a break from the saddle would be pleasant.
"May we camp here tonight, Bokken? There is time enough that we could find meat for a communal pot."
"Camping for the night sounds like a plan."
If you can supply the materials, I can make the meal. Halloran says.
Profession: Cook
Elaine will look to forage for materails
Survival
Seeing that the party is camping, Silstaren also forages for food.
Silstaren bags a large boar, and a number of berries, ginger, mushrooms, garlic, and a few other things.
Halloran should be able to make a decent meal with his earlier profession: cook check.