I'll try to find Imiria. Hopefully, shes's close to the trading post.
Svetlana takes a fresh pie out of the oven and sets it to cool....
Soon enough the smell of baked berries has brought in turn each of the men at arms the young squire, garrick, and even Imiria to the doorway to investigate........
Obi is in the stables giving the horses sugar cubes and playing his flute. The horses don't seem to mind.
"Hello, little one." Torod says to Imiria when he sees her.
"You left angry. I wanted to make sure you are alright."
"I have been doing well Torod, I have been to the temple and to the Boggards home he enjoys the company but prefers to eat large bugs rather than proper food!"
"I think Garrick went to harvest moon radishes and said something about maybe finding the fangberry thicket later on."
Ellaria finds herself a quiet place to study her spellbook, not before taking some of Svetlana's pie with her.
Fangberry thicket?
"Yah old Bokken goes on and on about needing fangberries and fangberry juice to make potions. Bokken says a thicket grows down on the edge of the forest further than you went...."
Well, then, we shall also keep an eye out for some fangberries for Bokken. Turning to Torod, You are familiar with fangberries I assume? That we might recognize them if we stumble upon a patch?
"Yes, well, I still don't trust that boggard. He'll probably eat you if he has the opportunity. Be careful around him." Torod pauses a moment before continuing. "We met with some kobolds after you left. I thought they might prove helpful in taking care of your silver mine. Again, I don't really trust them, but I figure you will eventually come upon them as you explore the land."
Knowledge: Nature
"Yes, I will know them." Torod says (whether or not it's true)
Eadric shakes his head at Torod's assertion that the gold mine belongs to Imiria and that the Sootscale tribe will be responsible, or even participating, in mining it.
I think that we should discuss such matters as a group before making such sweeping, and potentially far reaching, statements.
"Good news everyone Mikmek says he and the sootscales will leave peacefully with us!"
"I am glad you found someone to not kill."
@Svetlana
"Anymore pie?"
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Imiria's Cave...
There were a few posts after this concerning who had claim to the mine. It was found by Imiria and Torod. Torod ceded his claim to Imiria, who thought of using it as a home. Eadric didn't like that idea, but the subject was allowed to drop in light of the upcoming storm. From what I can tell, though, it is Imiria's gold mine.
"There is nothing to discuss. We found the mine. I relinquished my claim to it, leaving Imiria the only claimant. By your own words, it is hers to do with as she will.
The kobolds are capable miners. They already have a silver mine. Getting them involved in Imiria's Mine just made sense to me as it gives them something to do other than get into mischief.
If you're worried about the money, you can just tax both the kobolds and Imiria when you have founded your kingdom."
"Good news everyone Mikmek says he and the sootscales will leave peacefully with us!"
Eadric responds to Torod, There most assuredly is something to discuss. When you say "we" found the mine, I hope that you realize that that includes the rest of us Wardens. "We" four carry the charter, not Imiria. She is a child! She does not "lay claim" to anything that falls within our jurisdiction. When you "find" something, you do so as a member of this group... not as an individual or free lancer. Or do you propose that we are to divvy things up based on who did what, found what or saw what? How do you see that working exactly? We function as a group, or dare I say, we don't function at all.
I am not going to report to Lord Duranos that we found a gold mine but relinquished it into the hands of a child based upon the dubious claim of "she saw it before me". While you may have no interest in such things, that does not give you authority to speak for me or any of the other Wardens... regardless of their feelings in this specific matter.
I have no idea where you get the notion about me founding a kingdom nor do I have any interest in taxing kobolds or Imiria. We have been charted to explore, map and promote lawfulness and security in a designated area of the Greenbelt... anything beyond that is conjecture and speculation. If this area is to be colonized, and we are to play a part in that, then we will cross that bridge, if and when that happens. In the mean time, I will carry out my duties as I understand them.
Eadric pauses, clearly uncomfortable with the decision he is about to make. After a moment to collect his thoughts, he continues, I am loathe to be forced into such action, by a fellow Warden no less, but I hereby lay lawful claim to the mine in question in the name of Brevoy, as Justicar of these lands, as laid out in our rightful charter.
"Were you always such a bully?"
"I am just glad you can not claim my other hand with your fancy paper....."
Eadric looks at Imiria incredulously. What in Aroden's ghost are you talking about Imiria? I did not claim your hand! From the moment we happened upon your slain parent's upon the road on our travels to the Greenbelt, I made your rescue and well being my highest priority! I searched for you like you were my own flesh and blood and would have given up my life to secure yours! And would have done so, and would do so again if need be, asking nothing in return! Which is lucky for you, because all I have gotten from you is grief. You are but a child, but unlike one I have ever known. I do not suppose to understand you, I probably never will. But no matter how much you frustrate me,and you do my child, I would never bring harm to you. You must know that...
"Imiria, the Wardens need to have a discussion in private. If you would please excuse us."
Once she has left Torod continues. "I hope you do not take this as a criticism, Eadric, but you always sound angry when you speak to the girl. What you just said about caring for her and being concerned for her safety and well being was said with force rather than care (you used exclamations). She is a child. A hurt scared child lashing out at authority. What she needs now is understanding not discipline.
Now then; does 'functioning as a group' and 'not speaking for you and the rest of the Wardens' only apply to me? Because your proclimation of 'lawful claim' to the gold mine sounds like you are speaking for the Wardens without consulting us or at least with the others. It makes it seem as though only your opinion matters and that you will use some scribblings on a piece of parchment to assert your right to enforce your will in any way you see fit. I don't totally disagree with you in this matter, Eadric, however, like Imiria noted, you can often come off as a bully.
Oh, and yes, I do think you will eventually claim rulership over this land."
Obi leaves the stables as he hears the sounds of what could or could not be arguing. He sees Imiria, Torod, and Eadric talking, and knows they are the source of the possible argument. Not realizing he's slipped into his 'be quiet so you don't get hit' walk, he joins them just after Imiria leaves.
Once she has left Torod continues. "I hope you do not take this as a criticism, Eadric, but you always sound angry when you speak to the girl. What you just said about caring for her and being concerned for her safety and well being was said with force rather than care (you used exclamations). She is a child. A hurt scared child lashing out at authority. What she needs now is understanding not discipline.
"She's exasperating. I have not seen many adults liking a child that talks down to them. I do not doubt that she is scared.. or that Eadric could have less forceful in telling her he cared.. but we are a a bit high strung." Obi says, shyly giving his opinion.
Now then; does 'functioning as a group' and 'not speaking for you and the rest of the Wardens' only apply to me? Because your proclimation of 'lawful claim' to the gold mine sounds like you are speaking for the Wardens without consulting us or at least with the others. It makes it seem as though only your opinion matters and that you will use some scribblings on a piece of parchment to assert your right to enforce your will in any way you see fit. I don't totally disagree with you in this matter, Eadric, however, like Imiria noted, you can often come off as a bully.
Oh, and yes, I do think you will eventually claim rulership over this land."
"I don't care about the mine.. we can share. Lord Duranos doesn't need to know Imiria is a child.. just that she helped us and is do some of the profits."
Eadric, in a calm and even yet firm tone, replies to Torod, It does not only apply to you. I have laid claim to the mine in the name of Brevoy and the Wardens, so that we can make a decision as a group. I am not laying a personal claim upon the mine. As for opinions, I would be glad to hear everyone's. I desire input from all the Warden's in all matters, but it isn't something that is always given freely, leaving me to act on behalf of what is right and just as laid out by our sponsors and the charter. The charter is hardly "scribblings on a piece of parchment". And if you choose to see it that way then the issue is yours not mine. Why did you agree to the charter in the first place then if that is your opinion?
Torod smiles. "I am not here because of some charter written by a bureaucrat at the word of some monarch that sits on plush pillow thousands of miles from where I am from. I traveled the length and breadth of the world at the behest of the Power of the World. Your authority comes from the 'rightful and lawful' rulership of the crown of brevoy, mine from the Force that binds all of creation together. As fate would have it, we are here together with what I believe to be similar goals. That is why I agreed to walk the same path as you for a time."
If we can, or should I say, if we can continue to work together, that would please me greatly. We should, from this point forward, endeavor to make all critical decisions as a group whenever possible and practical. I do believe that in the end, we are all looking for much the same outcome as a result of our time here together in the Greenbelt. Regardless of whatever our personal reasons are for being here.
Agreed? Eadric returns Torod's smile and extends his hand...
Imiria walks over towards your group, she comes and holds out her hand to Eadric.....
"Do not be mad. You can have tha stinky old hole, I just would like you to ask instead of tell.....it is rude to be bossy and you do it to your friends also."
"You are kind of scary when you get to loud..."
Ellaria listens to most of the conversation without adding a thing, but after Eadric's words she nods her head and agrees with the things said. Before Imiria arrives, she quietly tells the others: "I don't know a lot about children, but that child obviously isn't an ordinary one. So far we have sided with her, more out of lack of other options than because our will, but I believe we should get to understand what she is exactly before trusting her too much in the future".
"I think we should learn about ourselves before we do that, Ellaria. Being Wardens seems to be changing us..." Obi says with a strange, otherworldly fire in his eyes. He blinks it away like it was an irritating speck of dust before he pulls out his silver flute.
"You said you liked it when I played, and I was wondering if.. if you'd like to listen again?"
"Agreed!" Torod shakes his hand.
After Imiria walks away after her speech Torod shakes his head in amazement. "Where did she come from? We're going to need a sneak up proof place to have private conversations." ;]
Eadric is likewise startled at Imiria's sudden reappearance. I am not mad my child nor do I wish to scare you... but sometimes tough decisions need to be made, and the choices one makes aren't always popular with everyone. If it pleases you, and everyone, I will endeavor to try and be less bossy in the future.
Eadric watches as Imiria walks away, leaving her to some time away from him.
Eadric heartily shakes Torod's hand while adding to Obi, I'm certain I would like to hear you play... I could use some cheering up.
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Eadric is ready to head back out whenever the rest are.
add 448 gp 2 sp 4 cp to your characters.
Dax, please adjust our store credit to = 1920 gp total
add: flaming +1 bolts (x7), wand of cause fear (24 charges)
add: boots of elvenkind, bracers of armor +1
add: dust of illusion (1 use)
We also need to account for the ring of feather falling and the missing spellbook... and anything else I am forgetting?
Torod really needs to get some nice stuff next time. ;)
Thanks
Obi smiles and ducks his head as he finds a nice spot to sit and starts to practice. Once he's gone through a few short and quiet tunes, he starts to play a song he's been working on in his mind.
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The next day Obi seems to be in better spirits, but that could be the fact he had some of Svetlana's cooking!
Eadric throughly enjoys Obi's performance! What do you call that song my friend? That I might request it in the future?
Obi's eyes go wide as he realizes he never thought of a name for the song, just the notes.
"Um.. I don't have a name for it yet.. I never thought about it."
Ellaria stands silently as Obi plays, obviously enjoying it. After he finishes, she says with a smile, joking, "We could use a bard in our group, you know... It's much more nice to wander around with some music available".
Torod presents Oleg and Svetlana with a bag of coins. "We were able to recover some of the money that was taken from you by the bandits." It contains 200 gold and the bag of dust of illusion. When/If they protest, Torod puts up his hands to stop them, then walks away. He will not take the money back.
Ellaria stands silently as Obi plays, obviously enjoying it. After he finishes, she says with a smile, joking, "We could use a bard in our group, you know... It's much more nice to wander around with some music available".
Obi's face reddens at the praise, and he ducks his head to hide it.
"I couldn't be a bard." He replies shyly. "I've no training in the musical magics. I'll play when ever I don't need to hold onto the reins of my pony."
Ellaria looks at Obi puzzled, then says uncertainly, "It's fine, I guess". A few seconds later she adds: "I was joking, you know. You're perfectly fine the way you are now".
Eadric is ready to head back out whenever everyone else is...
Face growing redder as he's told it was a joke, Obi becomes a bit more eager to leave. He puts his flute away carefully and goes to get his pony ready for another trip into the Greenbelt.
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