”With an attitude like that, Gelick, that is closest you would get to a lady.” Munkustrap scolds the man.
Peering over Rii-chi’s shoulder Munkustrap reads a few lines and feins interest to the others. But come early morning light he delves back into the delicate prose.
”This iambic pentameter is a bit much for me but I am glad you are feeling better, Ayers. Over time and a proper healing it is good to see that one day you will be as pretty on the inside as your are on the outside. My lady. “ Munkustrap offers a galant bow before returning to camp duties.
Mischa sits down beside Thorion and reads the poem...
Thorion sat back after reading the poem and watched the primate in his unconventional state and pondered the effect of reading upside down. (One of theses days, I will have to give that a try. I wonder if blood rushing to the brain affects your ability to comprehend the text.)
Caine makes a suggestion, "Maybe we should consider reading it aloud over evening meals until we have finished it. We could probably all use the diversion to keep our spirits up."
That sounds like a wonderful idea Caine. That way each of you can add your own little touches to it. I am sure that it would sound marvelous that way. Neltji hangs her head down a bit embarrassed, Just don't laugh when I try to read it. I never grew up reading poetry or anything like that. I mean I know how to read well enough but flowery script like that is something I have never tried.
Thorion seems less than overjoyed with the thought of reading aloud, or any other recreational group participation for that matter. No sooner did the words leave Caine's mouth before Thorion got up and walk away mumbling something under his breath. "That's a horrible idea."
"Wow. That was beautiful, Aerys."
That night Mischa stays up a little later than usual, watching the crackling of the fire, and the glittering stars in the sky. She hums a little song to herself, a traditional Varisian folk song about family ties staying strong even through long journeys... Finally, a little melancholy, she lays down to sleep.
The days in camp do little to ease Munkustrap’s ever present anxiety over his abandonment on this foul isle. He busies himself in camp trying to keep his mind occupied. He chats with his those he sees little: Ishirou, Jask, and Ayers. After time in camp Munkustrap suggests they head out once again.
”My friends, let us depart camp once again to try and find a way out of this mess. South and west perhaps?.“ Munkustrap gathers his meager possession in anticipation of exploring once again.
The following morning Thorion prepares for the day by performing his morning rituals and then sets out to acquire something to eat. After consuming a morning meal, he makes himself available in case anyone is interested in investigating the rest of the island.
Mischa nods. "Yes, we should get back to work."
(Does it state what kind of bonus the +1 is?)
You all leave camp with an Aerys that looks better-but more importantly feels better.
Continuing on to around where you found the viper nettles, you make your way to the shore line. As you are admiring the beach, two giant crabs emerge from the surf!
Crabs. That reminds me of the that lass in the Shackles. What was her name ...
Munkustrap flicks his wrist as two daggers appear in his hands. He moves forward and stabs out with both.
After observing the large crustaceans move in, Thorion stepped up and prepared for what he thought would be a difficult fight. Without hesitation, he brought his scythe into a low hooked swing, which caused the tip of the weapon to dive deep beneath the crab and then retract in a hook like motion.
Mischa draws her scimitar, steps towards the nearest crab and swings her blade at the crab's 'eye.'
Rii-Chi draws his new bow and fires an arrow at the furthest crab.
Munkustrap tries to stab with his daggers but both thrusts miss.
Mischa steps up and scratches a crab.
Rii-Chi's arrow goes wide.
A swing from Thorion wounds the same crab.
Neltji Steps behind Mischa and proceeds to hex the crab with misfortune hoping to protect he young varisian.
The crab feels the affect of something it can not understand.
Caine swiings his longsword at one of the crabs and misses.
One crab uses its claws on Munkustrap, the other on Mischa.
Neltji cackles as she watches one crab flail around and targets the other with a misfortune hex as well.
Mischa slashes at the crab again with her scimitar.
Rii-Chi circles around the combat and fires again! This arrow actually flies straight - which is better than his previous effort!
Enjoying watching his companions have success against the crabs, and trying to avoid the chelae, he shifts to flank with one of his companions before hitting out with his twin daggers.
[ooc[Being in melee isn't Neltji's thing. Sorry Munkustrap.[/ooc]
Mischa puts down the crab that attacked her.
Rii-Chi misses with an arrow.
Munkustrap wounds the other crab.
Caine will try to hit the crab with his longsword, but misses-barely.
The crab did not like Caine swinging his sword at it, so it in turn tries to use its claws.
Thorion Double moves to get in position.
Mischa takes a step forward and swings her sword at the crab.
Munkustrap once gains moves to attack hoping to flank with one of his companions
Neltji keeps cackling as she give a guidance to Mischa.
Mischa & Munkustrap miss in their attacks while Nelji gives Mischa guidance.
Caine stands his ground. Now that Munkustrap is in good position, he intends to not waste it.
threat!
Caine cracks the crab's shell but doesn't kill it.
Rii-Chi shoots again... seemingly getting the hang of his bow somewhat!
Rii-Chi, mastering his bow, puts down the last crab.
Neltji looks at Mischa and Caine as they both were injured. I have that 1 healing spell if you want it. It does burn a bit though as the healing takes effect.
Caine regard's Mischa's condition and reaches a conclusion. "Mischa looks shakier than I feel. Use your healing on her, Neltji. I will be fine."
Mischa shakes her head as she examines her bloody wound. "No worries, Caine. I have some healing magic of my own. Let Neltji heal you."
Mischa heals herself.
With the fall of the last crab, Thorion took a moment to visually inspect the group from a modest distance. During the process, he listened as Mischa proclaimed to have adequate healing of her own. While Neltji, on the other hand, offered her ability to conjure dark magic as an alternative. After the latter was sugested, Thorion spoke up and made an offer of his own. “I also have a few healing spells available, if needed.” After making the offer, he moved over and began inspecting one of the crabs. “I wonder if these are edible.” He stated as he lifted one of many legs on the beast.
"Of course," Mischa replies.
She helps harvest crab for dinner.
Neltji waits patiently if anyone wants the hrealing. She knows that it is not the most pleasant of experiences but it is the best she can do. Although she ponders wether she would be better off with a normal healing spell as to not cause irritation among some of the others. Either that or she might be better off preparing some defensive spells to protect the less armored in the group. Only time will tell.
Munkustrap makes the daggers disappear in a instant. He smiles as the others begin to harvest the crab, his stomach rumbling with the thought to a new cooked food. "Well done everyone, shall we push on?" he looks to Caine and Mischa.
I know Caine said he is alright, but is it just bravado or is the man in fighting form? he muses to himself.
"Why does everything on this island want to kill us?" Rii-Chi asks, retrieving his arrows and then sending some more practise shots into the crab which is not being harvested. "Did we do something to annoy them?"
"Rii-Chi, everyone tries to kill me. Pretty much all the time. This island is nothing new in that regard." Munkustrap chuckles as he gives his friend a playful push.
"Must be your winning personality!" The monkey snarks as he uses the shove to turn a cartwheel in the sand. "Now everyone loves Rii-Chi! I'm lovable and fun while you... are a cat. It's not your fault I suppose - just unfortunate! Perhaps if you were a dog people would like you more!"
Rii-Chi waggles his huge eyebrows and drops onto all fours in the sand, pantomiming running around after his own tail.
"See, much more fun!"