Vladimir asks the group one last question, in hopes of gaining clarity to what his companions want before speaking with the kobolds again. "Are we willing to go speak with their chief, not as captives, but rather as guests? Or are we wanting to go our separated ways regardless?"
Hearing Vlad's question Alphonse turns to Angor and gives him a look implying "i leave this choice to you"
"I am willing to make a good-faith effort."
"One of des days I will remain standing at de end of a fight," he says to Durielle, smiling. "Until den, I am glad you are here too."
Back to the point at hand though. Angor turns to the silent and poutin Sugua. Seriously, a man of his strength and stature pouting. "Everyone else has offered input but you. What do you want to do? If you say we do not care or want to listen to you den you are only half right. Your words carry wisdom and are appreciated but the way you say dem are not. Also, when has what others tink ever stopped you from speaking so far? Hm?" he says raising a playful eyebrow.
Sugua burst out laughing as it seemed like he was holding in alot. A loud and rancous laugh, he does a slow sweep with his Greatsword " HAHAHAHA! This is grand! I was letting you pups decide for yourselves! If you got yourselves killed or hurt badly I might have stepped in but some of you seemed to have learned a bit or listened to what I said earlier! I have dealt with those similar to you, they didnt take my words and got slaughtered.. I just watched and then cleaned up. Im not gunna soften my words to make you feel better so I let the situation do the talkin. "
Sugua points at Angor, " Like you for example, when was the last time you remember being conscious for combat?! It was when you rallied the group at the little massacre at the Post. Maybe you should try that first before separating yourself and leaping in! You are also a bit frail for now, stay in the back. Your words on the subject are good however! Don't go into an enemy's den when you cant take on the grunts! "
Sugua points to Tomas, " This one pointed out the obvious, We know of one place far from here! And we haven't tamed any of it, with a much larger group GETTING to the nest might be hard without attractin alot of attention. And then COMING back will be more dangerous without full resources! "
His word points to Khargol and Vlad, " Yeah Yeah and you all want to talk to them or whatnot, but you have to know Diplomacy only works when you talk to them ON YOUR TERMS.. not the enemies. From what I saw of your bandit-work I'm not to confident. Just tell them you'll support whatever faction they support! Something along the lines of 'We clear this area for you and support X' or whatever. Take advantage of the split while keeping yourself strong! HAHAHAHA! "
" All else fail.. we just kill them and go back, there's only eight of them left.. they seem about as weak as the bandits, no.. weaker.. and if this scares you, I don't have to remind you what others could do. THAT.. my opinion, take it as you will. "
Angor rolls his eyes but is happy to see Sugua back in the fighting spirit. He ruffled feathers but he could analyze the situation well. The barb about staying conscious hurt but he knew how pathetic he looked so far. At this point Angor believes diplomacy is over so its back to scarring the bejeebes out of some kobolds. He nods to Vlad to indicate he is going through with his plan. He slips into the middle of the group and begins casting, turning the figure of Vlad on his steed into that of a large red dragon, terrible and menacing. Its mouth glows with an inner fire, its nostrils bleed smoke and its eyes glow with intense power. And as Vlad and his horse move and speak, so will the image of the dragon.
As a Large red dragon suddenly appears in their midst, Durielle steps back nervously.
Quietly she says, "Oh my. I certainly hope this doesn't anger them if it does not fool them..."
Durielle readies herself in case this complicates things.
Sugua looks down at the little beastie in front of him and checks where it would be easier to bisect it if need be but otherwise just smiled.
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After considering the viewpoints of his companions, Vladimir nods and begins to speak to the kobolds.
"Lae si tepoha said, yth re ti dout citari, thur geou yth qe. Majaktor batobot wux lowda udoka, sia kiabili geou ti gethrisj mrith wux sva nomeno tairais. Sjek wux ornla hefoc, yth geou tafiaf mrith dout Rimem Sootscale shafaer nogoorsa ordah, tenpiswo persvek ir xinor tairais."
"Ibahalii Vuthaternock shilta ti jaseve wer bekim ji'kee usv Tartuk geou ihk jaunus chian udoka shio. wux kiarf ukrisir wux citar jaka usv yth slathalin. nomenes suxast ekess Ibahalii Vuthaternock nurti kerret di slathalin."
"Chief Sootscale cannot leave the den currently or Tartuk will for sure betray us all. You talking to much, you prisoner now or we fight. Those loyal to Chief Sootscale never scared of fight. "
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"They do not appear to be ammenable to our suggestions, sounds like hostilities will be resuming shortly" Vladimir tells the others before responding to the kobolds.
"Wi ornla hullphir yth ti slathalin, shar sjek batobot ui wer ergriff idol, zyak qe coi." Vladimir says, raising his blade at the ready.
After the speech in the odd language Sugua looks to Vlad ad then to the Kobolds in front of him, a widening grin showing across his face. " Well? Are they leaving in one piece or two? " If diplomatic relations went south He'd cleave one of them nonchalantly.
"Wer munthreki tir ti tekilek wer kult di Ibahalii Vuthaternock svent astahi! "
"The scaleless do not respect the rule of Chief Sootscale! Kill them!"
The kobolds seem pretty upset by this turn of events, theyve thrown down their weapons and begun to stamp their feet as if in a childish tantrum. Which would be funny, if their claws were not elongating at an alarming rate.
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Sugua wrenches his blade from the felled Kobold and gives a battle cry
" TIME TO RAISE SOME HELL!! "
Sugua looked at the Angry Kobold and checked to see how far it's head would Fly before stepping up swinging at it's neck
Sugua cuts down two instantly before the kobolds counter attack, each of them splitting up and charging targets, excepting the one facing Vladimir.
Doing his best to keep the party alive, Donovan launches another burst of channeled healing power.
Vladimir shakes his head, disappointed by the turn of events, but attacks none-the-less.
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Sugua grins as his blade cuts down another one, laughing the whole way. " These little creatures have some fight in them! THIS.. THIS is the thrill of BATTLE AHAHAHAHA! "
He turns around and sees the Kobolds attacked the back line a charged forth leaping and slashing down his blade on the one who fell Alphonse
" HERE COMES THE PAIN! "
"Mate ki te hunga tauine!"
Angor roars as fighting resumes. This time he doesn't bother with preamble and launches right into the chant to get adrenaline flowing and blood pumping.
The bite of the angry kobold is grievous and Durielle feels as if her side has been torn from her body. Whether it has or not, just as suddenly the power of the Positive Plane is restitching her flesh and restoring her lost bodily fluids.
Reeling back slightly, Durielle is chagrined that this is what the party decided, especially in light of what has happened now. But as no one could know if they would have been able to escape the kobolds' king, this may have been the best decision despite the bloody work now necessary.
Durielle draws the Aldori Dueling Sword of which her lost love Veros had carried, she angles it so the light of the sun glitters of its keen edge and as well as reflects the future of the moment in her silver eyes. Aiming this directly at the kobold who has bitten her, Durielle says,
"Know now the future of your tribe that you have done this."
With that Durielle will take a step to the back and side holding the sword hopefully in a menacing fashion.
Durielle lightly touches Donovan's back and transfer a glimpse of a moment ahead with her power.
The battle now joined, Khargol roars his fury, turning his longsword against one the lizard between he and Donovan.
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Alphonse comes to, face in the dirt and sees a single kobold still standing over him and the music of Angor in his ears, he lets the power of the music bring him strength and prepares for any attacs the kobold may use against him
The kobolds attacks continue, however, Durielle's seems reluctant to attack her and changes his focus to Tomas.
Vladimir directs Shadow to attack the kobold in front of him, while Vladimir slices at the kobold behind Khargol.
Donovan grunts and shifts his position, trying to keep his shield up and between himself and the kobold. He brandishes his holy symbol again, calling for Ragathiel's blessing to assist the party.
Sugua roars out and steps over the bisected Kobold bits onto the one who took out Tomas, " Where do you think your going!? You never leave your back exposed! Let's see how tough you REALLY ARE! "
His blade mercilessly came down on the Kobold.
His initial target felled, Khargol turns his attention to the kobold standing to his left, twisting his wrist to turn the blade that direction before stabbing harshly down at the dragon-kin.
Tomas is having a nice nap....at -2hp..what do I need to roll to stabilize??
Tomas is having a nice nap....at -2hp..what do I need to roll to stabilize??
Con check:
As Sugua fells the closest kobold, Durielle sees an opportunity to assist the injured Tomas. Crouching she reaches down and places a hand on his temple. The oracle tries to find a future where Tomas is once again healthy.
Biding his time Alphonse worrys for his companions but knows if he tries to get to his feet the kobold near him will likly rip him apart. Sugua takes a step in and cleaves the creature with a mighty strike. "Thank you my fierce companion!"
Jumping to his feet Alphonse turns to the final creature that threatens their group and once agian calls on his divinly gifted magics to make mind rending sound assault the creature