"Here we go." George brings over the food and another round of drinks for everyone. "So hows the work for Mr Graves going then?"
"Interesting," Carth replies to George, just before he begins to eat the meal that had been delivered. He had been quietly listening to everyone's stories, not making any input apart from the occasional nod of acknowledgement or just sitting drinking his drink.
George laughs heartily. "That sounds about right. He is one of the more 'interesting' men here."
The work itself is nothing special, although the events during the work are certainly interesting. Just out of interest, do you know much about Paul? Works over at the other tavern? Also, do you know who used to own the old mill?
"Paul? The fellow down by the river. Well his pub is a bit of a dive but apart from that, I don't know a lot about him. Well the Mill used to be Toby's but since he...left it has been empty. Shame really, we used to make a lot of money."
"What do you mean by 'left'? And why not just have someone else run it?
Krallek listens intently to the conversation about this 'Paul'
"Also, who is this Toby person?" Carth asks, before taking another bite of his meal.
George sits down and makes himself comfortable so he can talk. "Toby, was this nice fellow at first, he helped around the place, had the mill built so the farmers could make there own produce instead of relying on the next village over. It was all going really well until the first festival,he saw the orbs and got freaked. Or so I hear anyway. and from then on he changed, went around learnign as much as he could about them and some old legends, as he called em or you know, children's bed time stories as we call em. To be honest I think he just went nuts. Not everyone can handle seeing power like that you know. so anyway where was I......"
He thinks for a moment.
"Oh yer, so he goes around doing all this research getting more and more delusional, muttering about the end of the world and all that, and so he tries to steal all the orbs and all the power. All the while the mill is loosing revenue. He kicked everyone out and used it to do his research you see. it's a bad place that mill, no one goes there anymore. So we held a meeting and decided to banish him from the town, we gave him a choice leave or be locked up like the mad man he was. He left thank the gods and no one has entered the mill since, well until today. Shame really I liked the fellow before he went off his rocker."
"Oh if you want to know about Paul you are better off asking Sybil or going round there, his bar should still be open, I'm not sure he ever closes the damn place."
Shud we make our way over to this other place then?
Galacia rolls her eyes and lets out a brief laugh. "Oh gee, I wonder who could possibly be behind the theft of the orbs." She turns her attention away from George and to her water, taking a few sips before mumbling to herself. "I hate this town already."
"Thanks George, you're a pal." I give the barkeep a friendly slap on the arm.
"Sounds like the village could use a new mill, once we've sorted out this trouble."
"Yeah, I agree with Krallek. The sooner we can get out of here the better. I'd prefer we visit with this Sybil though, I've had enough of bars for one night."
I'm game fer whatever you guys want to do next.
"If you want to visit Sybil you can either head to her place down near the market or wait till tomorrow when she sets up her stall again. Paul's is over by the river on the other side of town."
"Well, either works for me," Carth said, taking another bite from his meal before continuing, "Although, I think some people mentioned something about needing to rest before doing anything else?"
All right then. Lets find us some rooms and get a rest then?
TO Carth You never did say what your name or your story was. Come now, you are amongst those who do not specifically wish you harm. What oratory gems do you have to come up with? What stories of treasures untold and motivations unknown have you got there?
Finishing his meal, Carth pauses for a moment before answering,
"Well, first thing's first, name's Carth. As for motivation, all I've been doing these past few years is wandering and exploring. Finally decided I need to do something other than that, needed some sort of purpose, and this Graves thing was the first thing that turned up."
Carth stands up before continuing,
"As for treasures untold... well.... I had the greatest treasure anyone could hope for, but that's a story that is going to remain untold. ...And on that note, I'm gonna head up. See you guys in the moring."
After he finished, Carth heads out of the bar, making sure that he had paid for his meal, and towards the temple to rest for the night.
"I do believe I shall slip out for a time. Enjoy your evening folks" Archy smiles and slips out the door.
Krallek seeks the solace of a rented private room
Stealth ouch
Perception meh
Seeing no real reason to stick around the bar now that most of her companions have wandered out, Galacia decides to make her way back to the temple for some rest. She makes sure to leave the bartender a few silver pieces for the information and says goodbye to those still left behind.
The morning rolls around and after a undisturbed nights sleep you are all feeling better and refreshed. the weather is bright and the there is only the faintest scent of smoke in the air today. The temple workers are busying themselves but some breakfast has been laid out for you. (Velana if you staying on the Judges ruin, then again your sleep has been as undisturbed as everyone's and the breakfast menu is out though you will have been told by Graves that you are welcome in the temple and food will be made for you.)
You all dream of the vision you had from the orb, to varying degrees of accuracy and realism. You can hear the sounds of people outside and the market getting ready to set up.
Archaeouss sits up from his meditation he found that sleeping for a few hours followed by meditation helped him focus on what he wanted to achieve that day. Always useful when contemplating, theft, killing, blackmail...
He made his way downstairs after retrieving his various daggers and hiding them on his person. Stretching slightly he asks the nearest person who the mayors daughter is.
The temple worker pauses for a moment whilst carrying some books. "She is Miss Kathrine Banks, you would probably find her either at the mayors office or possibly at the market at some point. Tall woman, blonde hair and usually wearing a green cloak with a large pin. Lovely woman, very friendly. Is there anything else I can help you with?"
After waking up, Carth sat on his bed for a short while, thinking about what happened. The dream he had was different from the normal one, which was a surprise. He still hadn't decided whether it was a nice surprise or not. Cleaning himself up, and grabbing his gear, he heads downstairs for some breakfast.
Waking slowly, the sounds of the market and the world around him remind him of home, and the thoughts of those dreams once more brings him pause. That the world relies on him and those strange people he met that day was unusual. Unexpected.
Still, a man cannot function without food, and so he goes downstairs and goes to eat.
Krallek wakes up cranky for some unknown reason. He gets dressed and heads down for some breakfast muttering to himself.
"Ah, George, those sausages smell good. I've got a lot of time for the gods but, y'know, it doesn't mean I want to sleep in a temple."
After eating, I go looking for my companions.
"Tall and fair with a green cloak thank you very much." He says cheerfully even flipping the worker a silver piece as he exits the temple waving at his sleepy companions.
"Im headed to the market I'll be right back!"
Galacia hated nights like this. Too much to think about always made it difficult to get a good night's rest. Even when she did manage to drift off to sleep, the events of the previous day still followed her.
When morning came and the sounds of the town coming to life reached her, she decided it'd be better to get out of bed with what little rest she had instead of tossing and turning for a few more hours. Last night might not have been kind but at least it gave her time to make up her mind about this whole situation. She climbs out of bed and gets herself dressed and ready for the day and then heads downstairs to meet up with everyone else.
Gather information rumors gossip useful tidbits
oh snap lol
With a bright smile on his face Archaouss walks about the market chuckling and joking with the townsfolk and generally making himself known around the town as a bright an friendly fellow looking for the Miss Banks.
Galacia sits down at the table and lets out a yawn, her eyes only half open. "So...I was thinking last night and I'd like to help. Don't know how much good it'll do but I think it's at least worth trying." She pauses for a second and takes a bite of the food in front of her. "I feel like Elon's got the right idea about this Paul guy. It's the only really concrete lead we have, so might as well pursue it first, right?"
Well, that and Toby. Although I don't know whether the ravings of a madman will help up much, but it's worth a shot. We are running around blindly. Does anyone else know anything that might be of use to us?
"I think Paul is the best bet at the moment," Carth says, in between bites, "You seem know where he is at least, whereas this Toby person hasn't been seen since the town kicked him out."
So Paul it is then. Krallek finishes his breakfast and prepares to head out.
Aye, to Paul's it is. Meet outside in 10 minutes with full gear. We shouldn't expect trouble, but something tells me it might find us all the same
As you step outside the now familiar sounds and smells of the market reach you. it is another warm and sunny day. The market isn't quiet bustling yet but people are making their way. as you walk to Paul's pub, 'Leggies', down by the river the smell of running water and fresh breeze a accompanied by swill and cooking.
The pub door is closed but not locked.
Walking up to the rest whistling he greets them "Morning sleepy heads! Anyone bring me a spot of breakfast?"
Where's me manners? Nope sorry Arch, I thought you woke up and had breakfast early.
"Had other matters to take care of." Chuckles mysteriously.
Galacia gives Archaouss a skeptical look after he laughs at his own response. "Yeah...I'm sure you did. You know what? Forget what I said earlier about you not being able to be more suspicious. You've proven me wrong. Congratulations." She gives Archaouss a smile and motions to everyone else. "We're headed to see our friend Paul. Care to help us 'take care' of it?"