Nathon smiles again. What would she do if I said we were Andoran agents here to do the baron in?
"Tandifor suggested that we call upon Master Almir. We're interested in ways to end the siege with a minimum of bloodshed."
"Excuse my silence, I was nervous to meet a priestess of Asmodeous. Since I was always told that this church would help me understand my lineage. I would like to know more of your way and what entails making a pact with your order." Thraxin says softly. Then adds "By the way my name is Thraxin." He then takes a slight bow.
Darian does his best to look inoffensive and polite.
Servant:
"He did, did he.
Please come this way."
She take you to the study.
"While, Asmodeous is lord of Hell, it does not mean one's fiendish lineage is tied to him."
"Thank you, miss." Nathon flashes a quick smile at Darian. We made it!
The ranger looks around curiously while he follows the maid to the study.
Darian nods at Nathon in acknowledgement and follows him in.
For the Dreyxor Almir group
A tall estate made of timber, red bricks, and silver-flecked
granite, oddly out of place both in its elegance and design, rises
into the air like an enormous needle. Narrow stained-glass
windows depict mountains and dragons, and leering gargoyles
peer down from perches over the eaves. Stone-shingled roofs
rise one atop another, tapering to a stark peak surmounted by
an iron spike ending in a horizontal crescent moon cradling a
nine-pointed star.
When you enter the study you see a middle-aged man reading.
He looks up at hearing a knock on the door from the servant
"I told you, Oh we have guests.
And what might this be about unannouced?"
Darian offers silent support.
Diplomacy:
"I apologize Miss Shiyara if I offended you, I grew up along the streets and don't know much about your church just what people have told me. I wanted to see for myself as at this point I am at a loss and looking for a new path to take. Let me start with some more basic questions, like how long has your order been in this city? And tell what I would need to make a pact with this house?"
Nathon steps into the room. "Sir, Tandifor suggested that we speak with you. We're interested in ending the Andoran siege with a minimum of bloodshed, but we just arrived in town. We don't know anything about the politics here except that the people seem to fear the baron more than love him."
"Plainly, sir, we'd like your counsel on how to proceed."
"No problems, as it's at times a common stereotype.
This temple was built only recently, like the past year.
For pact, you'd I'd need a list of want you want out of the Pact, meditate some on this pentagram, and then sign the pact."
Lord Almir replies
"And how do I know your not Baron spies?"
"I know about stereotypes, trust me." Thraxin taps one of his horns as he says that. "With the recent word around town, have you gotten any trouble from the locals or do you have the support of local Baron? I ask because it would be an honor to watch over the house if you need it."
"And how do I know your not Baron spies?"
"Unfortunately, sir, I that would be a hard thing to prove. So I will tell you our story and let you judge for yourself."
"Our story is that we are caravan guards. We were escorting the last merchant into town when the gates were closed. Now we are truly stuck here until the siege is lifted."
"Consider our plight, homeless without friends in town, and with limited funds. If the siege lasts any time at all, we will surely be the first to suffer hunger."
"Add to that, we have friends among the Andoran forces, some of us may even have family among them. When they pour over the wall it will be every man for himself and we could easily end up fighting friend and kin."
"Add to that an honest desire for the fewest people killed or wounded. We may be the party best-suited to arrange some sort of ... accommodation between all parties, to eliminate obstacles to a peaceful outcome."
Any aid you could give us we would deeply appreciate, sir. Darian adds, trying to look earnest.
Diplomacy, Aid:
Shiyara replies to Thraxin
"Everyone is entitled to there opinion, but should respect a rulers authority is the answer to the question your asking.
And I don't really need guards as the Baron and my lord give me protection from those that would do harm."
Lord Almir replies
"Your telling the truth, but I would not recommend revealing what you told me to anyone else, or you'll be imprisoned by the baron, for he has spies about."
"I'd need time to check over some information."
Darian bows to Lord Almir, Thank you for your assistance, is there a time that it would be more convenient to call upon you, Lord Almir?
Tarasi remains silent, quietly studying the priestess and the temple.
Thraxin smiles, "That is good to hear my lady, and thank you for answering my questions so far. I will pray to find what my pact is to be." He gives her a bow and moves over to the pentagram to pray.
Thraxin two will saves please
Thraxin prays in the pentagram, he sees and hears nothing answering his prayer.
Shiyara replies to Thraxin
"Did you find something to pray for?"
Darian bows to Lord Almir, Thank you for your assistance, is there a time that it would be more convenient to call upon you, Lord Almir?
Nathon waits respectfully for Dreyxor Almir's reply.
Lord Almir replies
"I'll sent you something, when I found something useful."
Darian bows again, Thank you for your time Lord Almir, if you need to get in touch with us, we are staying at the Lodge. If we are not there you can leave any messages with Tandifor.
Rising from his bow, Darian looks at Lord Almir and says, If there is nothing else Lord Almir, we will take our leave now.
Lord Almir replies
"I pray the Baron does not find out what your up to along with anyone who'll be helping you."
"I'll make the same prayer, sir. We are staying at Tandifor's lodge."
Thraxin's face pales slightly then he raises and looks to the priestess, "My lady many things come to my mind, I need to ponder on it. Since I don't want to rush into anything without a lot of thought. I will come back to talk with you more. Thank you for answering my questions. I will come back later this week to see you again." He gives her a bow and heads out.
Darian bows again and says, Good Day to you, Lord Almir. and exits the house.
Once he gets outside, he says, Why don't we head over to the Dead Well Inn, it's on the top of the list we got from Tandifor, and if nothing else we might be able to get something to eat there.
"Yes, let's go. I just want to get back to our rooms while it's still safe."
Tarasi shifts impatiently from one foot to the other, shovin open the door to the Hall as soon as either of her companions seem to be heading that way.
Once outside and away from the Hall, she grabs Thraxin and shakes him (or tries to, at least) "What did you do THAT for? If she's telling the truth, you just let Asmodeus poke through your mind. You may have just betrayed us all!"
Darian bows again and says, Good Day to you, Lord Almir. and exits the house.
Once he gets outside, he says, Why don't we head over to the Dead Well Inn, it's on the top of the list we got from Tandifor, and if nothing else we might be able to get something to eat there.
"Fair enough. " Nathon looks up and down the street, then back at Darian. "Which way is it?"
Just follow the road, Darian says, well get to it sooner or later, this place isn't very big. and with that he turns to his right and starts walking.
Nathon falls in step with Darian.
"What do you think about Almir? He picked up my innuendo easily enough. I'm a little worried about his warning though."
Thraxin looks down at the little witch trying to shake him and shrugs, "Honestly, I didn't think anything would happen." He says with a chuckle. "I was trying to set up a relationship with her since she has some connection with people we are seeking. I cant lie though, I did feel something trying to pry into my mind but I believe I fought it off."
We are outsiders here, says Darian, it stands to reason that in a community this small, we will attract attention. But if we want to complete our mission, we have to talk to people, the Baron will think we are suspicious no matter what we do. I think that Lord Almir is no friend to him, whether or not he will help us, remains to be seen.
Darian continues walking to the Dead Well.
"Indeed Ezekial, I could use a stiff drink right about now." The tiefling gives a uncomfortable chuckle as they head back.