some of the soldiers stop what they are doing, and approach but you get your answer on the ring before they can answer.
Artemis just nods as he listens to the directions, "Thanks Joe," Artemis quickly says before nudging Frank to follow as he presumably begins leading the group towards the gate, "Come on, shouldn't be too long."
You see them, the group is on the wall with archers, crossbowmen, and what looks like a few other adventurers. Joe is standing at the center of the wall beside a massive gate. 40 feet wide and 60 feet tall.
"Damn you guys are a sight for sour eyes", grinned the paladin, getting off the gate to greet his friends. "These bandits have been terrorizing the countryside for weeks. They are currently hold up behind a fortified keep. We've seen two ogres working along side these bandits. We were about to attack with arrow and spell. Could use a marksman and one who can bring the thunder!"
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Frank lands sitting the Princess down gently.
"Hey all. This is Princess Bridgett. She wanted to come along. Have you tried challenging the leader in single combat? I think that only works if they have honor. So more ogres huh..." Frank smiles at Delman.
"So what's in the goblet? Some mystical potion to take away fear and give courage or something? Like in Big Trouble in Little China? I am thirsty though after all the flying."
He takes the goblet and drinks.
"Good to see you Jellena. I'm glad your safe. You and the Princess will get along well I think. Enough talk then for now. Let's get this over with then. Surely someone here can turn ol' Frank invisible? I can then fly in an open the gate and doors. Unless there is a plan already."
Artemis just silently listens to Frank, nodding a little as he takes the goblet after Frank, soon taking a hearty drink before handing it back to Delman, "Thanks. Also, Frank, you are definitely not going in alone... I know you are capable, but those ogres might have a few... tricks up their sleeve. In any case, I'll come with ya... maybe provide a distraction or two with some glorious long range shooting, it all depends on if I also become invisible."
"Greetings, Princess Bridgett", the paladin said with a quick but courtly bow. "I am King Joseph of Avalon. More formal introduction will have to wait. The attack will begin shortly."
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"Joe, some guys back at the castle said we are knight but like temporary ones or something. I didn't pay much attention. Anyways you need to knight us." Frank takes a knee. He looks up.
"Also a boy hoped through the waypoint with us. I want him assigned as a page to Syr Galahad. The boys name is Aswald. When or if he becomes a knight he will become my apprentice. I asked at the castle but I don't think Galahad was there. I assume he is in camp or somewhere here at the gate."
He awaits Joe to knight him.
"Frank! I'm gonna knight you, But not right before this battle!" An exasperated Joe said. "We'll take care of you and the boy but later!!"
Artemis just looks at Frank and facepalms a bit, "Anyways... the invisibility for us both so we can 'break in' so to speak?"
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At Princess Bridgett's introduction he would bow to her.
"Yeah, Frank. More ogres. Though I doubt I will need my anniliation blast for this." He remarks in response to Frank and the fight in the library.
"Oh its good stuff Frank. Nice reference. Jellena said you should partake of my cup. Then again so should Joe and Artemis. We determined that Ryada won't need to." He answers and offers the massive silver goblet to the half dragon who has a tough time holding it up with one hand. Artemis drops the goblet as he can't hold it up with both hands.
"There is no door to open per say. There are some crude walls up to prevent us from charging in from all directions. Right now our wall looks like a giant fort as their's is a picket fence. I have invisibility, it lasts four minutes. Anyone else want to be in the front ranks? Lets move forward so we can have a land team to support the air attackers." He offers up. He comes down off the wall.
Ryada follows Jellena and Delman. Once she gets down to the rest of the group she timidly stays beside Jellena.
"I will be part of the land charge" King Joseph stated, nodding to his two captains.
Artemis blinks a bit, stepping back as the goblet falls to the ground, "Gods... what is this thing made out of!?"
"Wait you want all the soldiers to charge? Delman can't make them all invisible. What are you thinking?" She asks confused.
"No. I realize the limits of your power", Joe explains. "The original plan was to have the archers rain down upon the keep, widdling down who we can before a charge to wipe up the rest."
Artemis just nods, "I... yeah, just pour it into something I can actually hold onto please?"
Artemis just hums a little, placing his hands together as he gently rests them on his chin, "What about..." Artemis says, pointing both of his index fingers at Delman, "You hold the chalice, I begin to drink from it with you tilting it towards me if needed so that way I can... consume the liquid inside? Think that will work or do I need to physically hold the chalice myself?"
Artemis just sighs a little, relaxing as he drinks from the goblet, soon drinking his fill as he looks over at Delman, "So... what now?"
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Frank arises with a bit of a sad look.
"Haven't you seen kingdom of heaven Joe. Making a man a knight does make him a better fighter." He smiles a bit.
"Later is fine. So the enemy is not in a fort or keep or castle, they simply put up some walls and walled themselves in? To what end, they can't have enough supplies to last long that way. How about I just fly over and challenge the leader for control of the tribe or group or whatever they are. No need for a bunch of senseless killing. What are they even angry about you have been king like 12 hours. Surely their problem is not with you. Have we even tried to communicate?"
"Later is fine. So the enemy is not in a fort or keep or castle, they simply put up some walls and walled themselves in? To what end, they can't have enough supplies to last long that way. How about I just fly over and challenge the leader for control of the tribe or group or whatever they are. No need for a bunch of senseless killing. What are they even angry about you have been king like 12 hours. Surely their problem is not with you. Have we even tried to communicate?"
"In short, I'm cleaning up a mess left by the previous administration, with the possibility the previous administration orchestrating the mess."
King Joseph called both captains over to discuss any last minute additions to the attack plan, especially since they now had access to much stronger adventurers.
The captain of the Green Dragons offers, "I think, umm, Lady Adorla has... left. We have looked for her and can't find her. Beside that it would be wise to cut the head off the snake. Sending a champion or diplomatic party would be more ideal than charging in blindly."
The other captain offers, "With the cover of night we could advance more than in the day before they spot us. But I suggest we wait, our other forces will overcome them with ease, we just have to wait."
"I like Franks plan, he should fly me into the center of camp. Though instead of you taking on their leader, I can ply my trade upon them." She offers.
The captain of the Green Dragons offers, "I think, umm, Lady Adorla has... left. We have looked for her and can't find her.'
King Joseph sighed heavily. "Great!!" The paladin said sarcastically.
Beside that it would be wise to cut the head off the snake. Sending a champion or diplomatic party would be more ideal than charging in blindly."[/b]The other captain offers, "With the cover of night we could advance more than in the day before they spot us. But I suggest we wait, our other forces will overcome them with ease, we just have to wait."
"I like Franks plan, he should fly me into the center of camp. Though instead of you taking on their leader, I can ply my trade upon them." She offers.
"Just what IS your trade, Princess Bridgette?" The holy warrior asked.
"A great smile, gold, hope for a better life, and promises of fortune and women! Or death." She relays simply.
"That's not really an answer, but if you are willingly, I will send you and Frank to fly over and discuss terms of surrender or challenge the leader", King Joseph frowned, hands on his hips. "Frank, as a soon-to-be knight of Avalon, the lady is under your care. Both come back at any sign of betrayal."
Looking over to the other Green dragon captain, King Joseph stated, "These two will either stop all hostilities or come back with a better report on numbers and combat readiness. Either way, it may give us the time we need."
Artemis would just stare at Delman, thinking a little as he just ponders a bit, wondering if he misheard what Delman said. "I think I misheard you... you didn't just tell me that I have now have eternal youth... did you?"
The captains smile at the present plan.
Noticing his fellow paladin jumping around like a teenager, Joe turn to ask, "Delman, what are you talking about? Is this another drink of the Draught of Youthful ..something we got from The Mistress?" A moment of realization hits the young king. "Delman. I know we're in Avalon, but..that chalice you 're holding..it that The Grail?!"
Artemis just blinks a bit before reaching over and giving Delman a big hug, "Thank you..." he says, most likely towering over the Paladin-Sorcerer gestalt. Turning his head towards Joe, Artemis pauses a bit, still mid-hug for now, "Uhh... if it is, then where did you find it Delman? he says, briefly glancing back towards Delman.
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"Understood. Don't worry about the princess she can handle herself quite well, but she has my protection. I have agreed to help her with a bit of conquest for herself. She needs an army and this rabble could be a good start. They will join or I will destroy the leader and take command. Either way, you will have your victory shortly your Majesty."
He extends his hand to Bridgett.
"Ready babe!" Frank takes a brief moment to activate his wind barrier to aid his armor. As Bridgette takes his hand. He pulls her close and with a few mighty flaps of his wings takes to the air.
"Wish us luck...See you soon."
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At Joe's pointing out the chalice as the holy grail he stops, holds it up, and asks, "Is it? We will have to find out!"
He then continues after Artemis' question, "As my race changed it was beside me as I woke up. It is apart of me as much as my soul, my familiar, or my left hand. Its strange that I never tried to identify it before."
As Frank gets ahold of Bridgett, he steps close to Artemis whispering, "Quickly go with Frank and back him up!" Then with an arcane word and movement of his hands Artemis turns invisible.
She nods and is thankful to be in her adventuring gear in case they get into a fight. Taking his hand and soon in his arms she hugs him close, enjoying the whistling wind and his warmth.
As Frank lands and lets her free she takes two steps before yelling, "Who is in charge here?!"
She walks forward covered in blood and announces, "By trial of combat they are mine."
Artemis just nods, "Oh yeah, I'll be back..." Artemis says, beginning to take off before pausing, "Abundant ammunition first?"
If/when Jellena or Delman cast it on him, Artemis would then begin to fly off after Frank and Bridgette.
Ryada quickly casts the spell abundant ammunition on Artemis after he turns invisible.
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"Holly Grail huh? That would be interesting. What will your Knights quest for Joe if the grain is already in your possession. Well you figure it out why we're gone. Be back soon."
As Morgana comes out.
"Hey aren't you the chick that took or brought Joe here? You fought with us last night, right? Why or what are you doing? Are you not helping Joe anymore?"
"Yes, yes I am. Claimimg the bandit camp for King Joeseph. I should get cleaned up before they arrive, feel free to make yourself at home." She says confidently then walks to the biggest tent setup in the middle of the camp.
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"Sorry Princess. Seems this camp has been taken. Hey lady what is your name? We never got to meet last night. I'm Frank. Frank Steel. This is Princess Bridgette. Artemis is around here somewhere I think. Artemis if you're here go let the others know the camp is under control."
Frank follows the lady to the tent taking notice of her blade.
"Hey I was a born in 81. Is that the Power Sword? Do you have the power of Graykull? So you must be from Earth as well. I didn't even think about asking for that. Oh, the sword of omens from Thundercat's would have been good as well." He takes notice she obviously wanted to clean up and maybe change.
"Sorry, sorry." He excuses himself from the tent, but remains outside.
"If you have the power of Grayskull then why did you bring Joe here? What are you trying to gain? If you are from Earth are you not here to eliminate the dark souls as well? Sorry I have so many questions."
He waits patiently outside the tent. He looks over to Princess Bridgette.
"The next group of men perhaps will be yours my princess." He smiles over to her.