Lou offers the last of his homemade breakfast to Ulrik
Fill your belly first? made it myself
Ulrik willingly takes the food."Thanks Comrade."
Happened long ago, adventuring. I came up here at some point years ago, and walked out of a cave, and the light hurt so much I ran back in until nightfall. I could still see then, but could not bear to look at bright lights.
As soon as Ulrik finishes his breakfast, Vi signals to get going and heads outside.
When Ulrik finishes he shows respect and takes the dishes to be taken care of. He then heads outside speaking while doing so."Alright lets get some supplies to take with us just in case. Let us figure out what would be handy for us to have."
Sumak looks shocked for a moment, "I would not know, I see not many dead people. That priest might be more knowledgable about the care of dead things."
Tinious thanks Ulrik for the kindness, and gets to work clearing up the dishes.
Lou is set to go see about this Sumak fellow.
Lou takes the blanket from his bed and wraps it around himself as he goes outside.
nothing beats the warmth af a busy Kitchen
"I imagine he might be at the temple. We don't hang around much. He says little, and I am not a follower of his god-thing."
While perhaps not as warm as inside the kitchen, it isn't really cold outside either
Seeing Ulrik come out first, then Lou following shortly after, Vironus waits with the two for 10 minutes before growing impatient, at which point he pushes the Tavern door open.
We need to get a move on, so those of us ready are heading to Sumak's. If you intend to join us we'll meet you there.
Vi looks to Ulrik and Lou, opening his mouth to speak once more.
Let us find Sumak!
"Any clues where he is?"
can't be to hard, he probably runs a shop or some such thing.
Lou takes a look about for a shop that might deal in winter gear.
*Shrug*
We can only look. Perhaps the locals will know?
"True..."
Sumak is not hard to find, as any of the people will point towards the north gate. As you walk in, you pass River and Marcus as a halfling winces at the new light.
Walking in, Vironus speaks with uncertainty.
Sumak? We have been called here from Sandpoint to seemingly aid this Town and we were instructed to speak with you before heading off to the Villa. My name is Vironus, and travelling with me are Ulrik and Lou. What news do you have that could help our situation?
Once everyone's ready to go, Rogar heads out with them. He stays close to the back with his hood up. As they enter Sumak's shop, he nods a greeting to River and Marcus.
@River/Marcus: "Ulrik had a bit too much last night, so we're just heading off. Learn anything interesting yet?"
"Not yet, wise one. But we are in a good path."
Marcus then examines the map, and after looking it for a while, he hand it over to Sumak.
"We are very grateful for your help, Sumak. As you said, there is more of us, and they are going to explore the Villa, therefore, it's better if they keep this map while exploring the town's outskirts. I'm sure we will be coming here in no time."
When Sumak got the map, Marcus then looks to River:
As Vironus and everyone walks in, I step out of their way. I listen to Marcus and nod, I look at the map one last time and hand it back to Marcus. I give a quick glance to Rogar and then wink at Marcus, making sure no-one else can see.
Once outside with Marcus I look up at him,
Desnold makes a short stop at a clothing shop to buy something warm and then goes to catch the rest.
Desnold makes a short stop at a clothing shop to buy something warm and then goes to catch the rest.
I'm with you on this part, lets get some warm clothing.
Lou checks the shop for warm furs that are simple yet functional
Seeming that Vironus & Co. has entered the shop, after a quick greeting, Marcus proceeds to leave the shop. Before that, he tells them:
"Now we're leaving. Sumak has some provisions and a useful map of the surroundings for you. Good luck in your travel and may the gods allow a future meeting."
After that, provided that River is following him, He'll head to the temple.
As Marcus leaves, Vi speaks to him. Today will bring us glory, not the stopping of beating hearts. I'll see you on our return!
Sumak looks around to the entering group, and hands out furs to them that do not have.
The halfling's eyes are overcoated in grey as the rather short man hobbles about once the door is shut. "Welcome to my shop. As you can see I have been told of your arrival by Yangrit. How can I assist you?"
You walk through the town trying to locate the cleric. You come to a rather large temple paying homage to many gods. Urtar is meditating in the foyer. As you enter he stands up looking at you, expectantly.
Vi notices that Sumak is blind, but doesn't comment out of respect.
We were told you may be able to give us a little insight into what may have caused this issue you seem to be having, and a few of us were hoping you could shed light on what may await us inside the Coastal Villa. We intend to travel there next.
Sumak thinks a moment. "I was out adventuring, and got snowed in. I finally was able to come out, and the sun was too bright, and I injured my eyes."
"Ahh, Desnal. A rather squat little place that sends me my supplies every week or so. Rumour has it, the triumvirate has their petty squabbles. They seem to have some issue. But what can you expect from Hunams and dwarves. Triumvir Cindi seems to be the only one that has any sense, but she is a single voice."
I am sorry but I did not mean your sight when I referred to the trouble you're having around here. I didn't want to draw attention to that, for fear of feelings hurt and respect to you.
Vi pauses and feels awkward.
You misinterpret my wording. Please take this. I am sorry.
Vironus places 10 gold coins in poor Sumak's hands.
Gratitude for the helpful advice. Where would we find Cindi upon our arrival at the Villa and are there dangers on the way?
I have not travelled to Desnal in some time, but last I knew it was fairly safe to travel, other than the obvious dangers, the cold and occasional hungry beast.
Triumvir Cindi, if not trying to patch the council up, will probably be at the docks, supervising. Much too short to do much about the actual carting, still likes to watch some of the carters."
What does Triumvir look like? Still, we only need to ask around no doubt, so thanks for the help. Is there anything else you wanted to discuss, or will that be all?
Vi waits for a response.
Sumak looks at Vi in some surprise. "The town of Desnal is controlled by a triumvirate. The three triumvir are Cindi, a human trying to claim as much gold as he can see, and a dwarf that seems to care nothing of business."
"Though I do have a matter that could be solved by you, assuming you are with those others that left. There is tell of a magic item in the forest that should be worth a fortune. "
Urtar bows in your direction. "As the mountain, I am the priest in this town. Some septs, their own cleric have."
"Treasure in the Forests? Where is a Hunter when we need them..."
Sumak nods to Vi and Ulrik. "I have trouble moving around during the day, so going after it myself would be difficult. As for meeting tonight after the villa, it would be possible, I suppose. More likely, that you would gather tommorrow, instead. The treasure is rumoured to be in the depths of the forest, hidden from plain sight. Supposedly kept by a group of witches, in return for some favor." Sumak chuckles to himself a moment. "I doubt that witches gathering would easily lose something, for the rumours to have begun, but that's how it happens sometimes. I would guess, more like, is some story told to children that has just grown. Either way, it would make a good selling piece, I think."
Do you have any advice you can give us if we choose to pursue the rumour? If there's any truth to the tale, surely there's talk detailing weaknesses within their watch, possibly consisting of helpful ways to defeat such malevolent opponents?
"Are they even violent?"
"Well, I sincerely doubt that the group of witches are even still around after this time. However, most witches i've seen come through here have paid homage to the cold, and are like many other casters of their ilk. Dangerous if you let them prepare, devious, and surrounded easily. Imagine she might have a couple other lackey's with them, and then any other forest creatures."
Sumak shrugs. "As to if they are violent? Most witches are not likely to attack you physically, I guess. This is a fairly dangerous clime, and so who knows what kind of danger would exist around here."
Urtar nods. "Forethought wise. Nobody moved before the 'falling sickness' happened. Some moved in after. Seen the symptoms. Sent on based on beliefs. Some buried. Some burned. Attempted to communicate with souls. Could not find them." Urtar shrugs, helplessly.
Turning to the group, Vironus asks Are we all still up for going to the Villa first? As good as the forest sounds for valuable goods, we've already said to River and Marcus that we'll meet up with them again at the Tavern tonight, and seeing as we don't know what awaits us in the forest or how long it'll take to get there, I feel we should stick to the plan.
Continuing...
We head to the Villa and find out what we can, then head back to the Tavern and regroup for a trip to the Forest tomorrow.