"Indeed. Sheriff, it is no coincidence that this attack occurred on the night of the temple dedication. Those two may be a good place to begin an investigation."
"They may not have been behind it, but lacking any other place to begin, it's the only thing to do besides attempt to get information out of the goblin prisoners and track them back to their lair."
Ceinwynn looks at the sheriff. Maybe I can speak to them for you?
Thank you sir. Permission to investigate this couple?
Brun takes a moment to study each of the gathered combatants with an intense start and then looks back to the sheriff.
Tekk looks stunned, "A couple of people live here in town that were responsible for burning down a cathedral? Right...So Sheriff, what can you tell us about the fire, and if these people started it, why aren't they in prison?"
Muttering to himself:
"Well, let's get over to see these suspected arsonists. Brun, do you know where we're going?"
Follow me. Brun walks to the gates and makes sure that order has been restored and after that sets off for the house.
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The way to the house takes you down through the market, when a local baker, Alma Avertin, rushes at the group, specifically towards Spectrum. "Look, it's the Heroes of the festival!" She says as she approaches the group. "You look a little thin there Elf. Here, take some bread, it would be a shame if you starved."
Ceinwynn smiles and waves to the town's folk as the group passes them by. She is obviously enjoying the attention the group is generating.
Tekk keeps his eyes straight ahead, and allows a scowl to form on his face, being sure to let his teeth show more than usual.
Avoid eye contact, avoid eye contact, avoid eye contact...
Brun hopes to receive some of that adulation but knows that is unlikely and steels himself for the inevitable insults that come with being different.
As Gene walks He can't help but notice Brun's red tattoos. He wondered how the man had gotten such markings but, dared not ask as he himself knew what it felt like to be viewed as different. Gene didn't say much as he slowly moved beside Brun. "This town gives such a wonderful feel to it, I hope we can figure out and put an end to these problems. So that the town can keep this feeling."
"Thank you Alma. To elves, thin is a rather relative concept."
Spectrum takes the loaf of bread and rather daintily pulls off a corner before passing the fresh loaf to the rest of the group.
"Quite delectable."
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The bread is passed around the group, and it is quite delicious. As you walk down the main road, you faintly hear some of the younger women talking about the group, most often talking about Brun. "Is he seeing anyone?" Can be heard more than once as you walk along the road. You pass by the general store, a woman of 16 comes out of the shop, and approaches the group. "Excuse me, Mr. Brun, but may I ask for your assistance in something?"
Brun stops walking and turns to the girl. "How can I help you miss?
Brun follows this up with a half step forwards.
[ooc]I wrote him as being not well liked or accepted in town, are we changing that or is this something new?[ooc]
Tekk stops as well. Of all the...
He moves to stand right beside Brun and crosses his arms over his chest, "Right, how can help you - and if it doesn't involve goblins or arson, or both, it will have to wait."
Brun turns a hard stare on the mounted warrior and says with a firm voice "It is never called for to be rude to a lady." With that he turns back to the young lady. Unfortunately, he is also correct. We need to uncover the source of the goblin attack before it is to late to act upon it. I can not speak for the rest of my companions but I will help you with you rat problem today. For now why don't you wait for me at the white deer and I will meet you there in a few hours" Brun then reaches into his money pouch and press a few silver into hand. "See you soon."
Tekk's eyes narrow and he uncrosses his arms. "That wasn't rude. But call me out again like that, boy, and I'll show you how rude I can get."
Tekk stalks off, his face clouded with anger.
Along the way Brun looks at his assorted companions and asks What do you think the best way to handle this is? I am fairly good with words and most people can not lie to me. As paladin I can sense evil but that is no proof of guilt. I think we should break into 3 groups so that we can cover both the front and the rear of the house while some of us go in and talk to them. I am Brun by the way and he stops for a moment to get everyone's name. What can these little guys do ? He says to spectrum while gesturing to the dragons.
Well met Brun! I am Winnie. That sounds like a great plan! I could sneak around and look in the windows if you would like!
Spectrum's eyebrow raises. He looks at Glimmer.
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"I hide good, and watch good. I fly and sting."
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"You hide well." Spectrum corrected.
"That too."
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Spectrum sighed. "They are dragons. They lack dangerous exhalations, but generate a mild toxin which can render a person unconscious for a time. They also possess limited telepathy. They can communicate, and hear intended replies and emotional states, but cannot read minds. They are ideal scouts, but are quite young and do not always know the significance of what they see when they see it."
Feeling somehow slighted, Glimmer took to the air and landed on Ceinwynn again.
Ceinwynn pets Glimmer. And they are super cute!
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"...and they have yet to learn the difference between a frank observation and an insult." Spectrum finishes with an exasperated sigh.
The half-orc grumbles, "Tekk. I enjoy hitting things. I'll go around back."
He starts toward the rear of the house, then pauses. Over his shoulder, he says, "If you need to come out the rear door, knock twice and yell 'Sur'ak!' before you exit."
Glimmer lets out a proud hiss in Spectrum's direction and preens at Ceinwynn's attentions.
Gene watches for a bit before introducing himself. "I'm Gene, An Oracle specializing in heals. Just let me know what you need me or want me to do."
I'll go check it out. Come on Glimmer.
Winnie sneaks up to the house and looks in the windows being careful to look for traps on her way.
Sneak:
Perception:
Ceinwynn casts message and then points at Brun. Whispering, I don't see anyone in the front room. I hear voices upstairs.
Realizing that stealth is probably blown Brun hurries to the door and knocks loudly while gesturing to every one else take their postilions. He points at Gene and motions him to go with the half orc. Then he tries to silently tell Spectrum and Auto to move to the other side of the house so they are not immediately visible from the front door. Then turns to wait for the couple to answer the door. In a whisper to Ceinwyn "Detect magic now."
Winnie begins casting detect magic. She closes her eyes and says the trigger word in halfling, "gùl". She aims the cone towards the house.
Spectrum nods and walks calmly to the opposite side of the house.
Spellcraft
Ceinwynn raises up onto her tippy toes and whispers in the Dwarf's ear.
"Someone in here is using magic to make themself look like someone else. Be very cautious."