In the capatain's cabin is a masterwork light crossbow, 40 bolts, and a chest containing 120 gp, 4 potions of water breathing, and a deed to the ship, The Mermaid....
Hisao waves back at the elven man wielding the crossbow. Realizing he'd just waved a acid filled curved blade that had just almost decapitated a sea monster at the man, he cleans it, puts it away, and then waves again.
The ship wheeled in a wide turn, but it really wasn't Kyleon's business piloting such a thing. In fact, it was quite notably not his; while he'd seen Roger sail The Mermaid, he was performing the manual labor that needed doing - unfurling sails, moving cargo, repairing what he could. In that sense, his knowledge of crossbows came in handy.
Waves were another matter entirely.
Yet water hazards or no, this group of people would still be a more immediate threat. Or another sea creature. Given they just slayed one, and given the man on it put his blade away instead of thrusting it towards him, Kyleon gambled they were not threats. Directly anyway.
"Erzählen Sie jetzt bitte eurere Geschichte. Wohin gehen Sie, dass Drachen mitkommen? Wir sollen nur nach England gehen ... oder - stimmt - gegangen." He folded his arms over his chest, eyes unamused by the situation.
Nacht moved closer to the crossbow-being, calculating steps and stride. He began to button up his coat once more, hiding the purple blueish~ chitin-plated arms beneath, while sheathing his weapons. He gets all of 5 ft from the being before speaking.
" Um einen größeren Drachen zu töten. Sie versuchen, nicht zu weinen, das ist nicht gut für Sie. "
The eyes that came from the hood were unnerving and clearly eyes of a predator. The sound of wounds sizzling and bones snapping into place comes from under the cloak.
Kiyu moves over to the Drake and uses her kukri to slice it's throat open just below the jaw.
Reaching inside of the wound and feeling around she is disappointed in finding no venom sacs on the beast.
Shaking her hand and kukri of blood she stows the weapon and heads back down below deck.
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"Currently we're going to England, to settle some important business."
"I would imagine the attack by the dragon was a coincidence, though I can't be sure."
Nacht's eyes follow the dark-being as she clearly searches for more.. poisonous material. When she comes up disappointed he notes the motions in which she returned and starts to feel much better. He then flies back up to the crows nest.
The Lusty Fools manage to navigate The Mermaid into port at Folkestone at around dusk....
As the sun sinks into the sea, The Lusty Fools arrive in England....
Dockhands help the adventurers harbor The Mermaid, inquiring about her former captain, and crossing themselves when they hear The Lusty Fools' tale of a dangerous crossing that cost the former captain of The Mermaid's life....
(to create a friendly rapport with Kyleon)
In German: You handle the ship well, lad; you must have Viking blood, new though you are to running this ship. When I next sail the Channel or brave the North Sea, I hope 'tis you who sails the vessel.
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In German: You handle the ship well, lad; you must have Viking blood, new though you are to running this ship. When I next sail the Channel or brave the North Sea, I hope 'tis you who sails the vessel.
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The sea drake is nutritious and tastes much like eel.... There is enough meat to feed The Lusty Fools for many days, if they can find a way to preserve it....
At Folkestone, the townsfolk are very curious about the monster's carcass, coming out of their homes in droves to get a look at what's left of the sea drake after Nacht has fed....
Nacht takes portions keeping them relatively edible with Purify Food and Drink. It goes without saying his eating habits are largely hidden.
Kyleon shook his head at Magnusson.
Clearly, Kyleon was getting worked-up. He brushed away some tears.
we need some salt! we can make money selling preserved drake meat fillets! Oh, what a capital idea....
Paddy then focuses on the more pressing matter.
Now, where shall we go? We should get there urgently, if things are getting more dire by the day. If this beastie attacking us was random or not, I don't believe in huge coincidences...
The dockhands at Folkestone harbor are duly impressed at the sight of the sea drake's corpse, and lend The Lusty Fools a cart to haul the carcass around town in....
That be old Brinegullet! They slayed 'im, they did! Now the fishermen can ply their trade without fear! calls out one of the dockhands....
As evening settles over Folkestone, an impromptu feast is thrown by Edmund, Baron of Folkestone, to celebrate the heroes that rid the port towns of the dreaded Brinegullet, apparently a menace to trade and fishing for several years now....
We, the people of Folkestone, thank you brave heroes for slaying the wicked sea drake Brinegullet, and making the Channel safer for ships making the crossing! We haven't much to reward you with, but I, Edward, Baron Folkestone, shall see to it that you are comfortably hosted at my manor yonder, and given fast horses and some coin to fill your purses, such as might be spared from my treasury! What are your names, that we might tell of your brave deeds to all who inquire about the drake's slaying?
Nacht just stares at the strange being in differing attire. This one like all the others seemed to speak a differing language from himself
As such he looked to the other being to translate. He didnt like the attention and for a long moment kept himself blended (The spell) within the crowd. He knew often beings would not react.. favorably to him if they caught a glimpse.
Each of The Lusty Fools is gifted with a combat-trained horse and 100 gold pounds from Baron Edmund of Folkestone....
Nacht just stares at the strange being in differing attire. This one like all the others seemed to speak a differing language from himself
As such he looked to the other being to translate. He didnt like the attention and for a long moment kept himself blended (The spell) within the crowd. He knew often beings would not react.. favorably to him if they caught a glimpse.[dice=Stealth]1d20+12
Nacht blends stealthily in with the crowd of townsfolk at the feast held at Folkestone Manor....
As the crowd grows Hisao uses his new Hat to make slight changes to his appearance. Slighty darker skin and slighty rounder eyes. Subtle changes that wouldn't cause much comment when they wore off but would be enough to make people and the Baron assume he was from the Middle East.
Hamid he says Persia when the others introduce themselves.
[dice=Disguise with Hat of Disguise]1d20+18
As the crowd grows Hisao uses his new Hat to make slight changes to his appearance. Slighty darker skin and slighty rounder eyes. Subtle changes that wouldn't cause much comment when they wore off but would be enough to make people and the Baron assume he was from the Middle East.Hamid he says Persia when the others introduce themselves.
Well, Hamid of Persia, welcome to England! And thank you for your valor against the evil Brinegullet! That sea drake has been the death of many fine fishermen and others that ply the waters of the Channel over these past several years.... You have the thanks of the people of Folkestone, to be sure! I hope you will find our accommodations adequate here, as compared to whatever you may be accustomed to in Persia....
Hisao shurgs a bit helplessly. Francais?
The Baron repeats his speech in French for "Hamid"....
Hisao nods and says
Perception checks from all PCs at the feast, please, DC 15....
Those who succeed on the DC 15 Perception check notice a man at the feast drawing sketches of each of The Lusty Fools and making descriptive notes under the drawings, using leaves of parchment and a small piece of coal.... It appears that he is trying to be somewhat discreet about it....
Nacht moves up behind the being his chitin camouflaged completely to the environment and looks at what he is doing directly. If it is in a language other than what he knows he tries to decipher it.
Nacht moves up behind the being his chitin camouflaged completely to the environment and looks at what he is doing directly. If it is in a language other than what he knows he tries to decipher it.
[dice=Linguistics]1d20+4
It appears he is trying to make accurate sketches of each of The Lusty Fools, along with brief descriptions in English....
Nacht watches curiously not sure why this being was trying to do such an act seretly.. unless he meant ill.
"I am Alphonse Veritas, of England." he smiles at the last bit.
"I will say many of my friends don't speak English, though some do speak French."
"Regardless of languages, we thank you for your hospitality and generosity Baron Folkestone."
Though he did not speak the tongue here - just learning as Roger had been teaching him - the universal method of introductions with repetition of name was caught by him between "Hamid" and the baron.
Hamid Persia... an odd name.
"Kyleon Yonnatil." He bowed slightly, the man's dress indicating his status was to be respected.
The man at the feast was paid little mind, though observed by Kyleon; perhaps there are cultural differences...
(to see the sketch artist)
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Where are we, specifically, on the English coast? What's the strategic importance? How close to London?....
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Does 100 gold pounds = 100gp or is it more accurately 100 pounds of gold like it would have been -- and what is it worth then?
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Which of the three powers behind King Henry VI does this Baron support:
1. (Elder Uncle) John Lancaster, Duke of Bedford who focuses his efforts in France?
2. (Younger Uncle) Humphrey Lancaster, Duke of Gloucester who runs England and who's new wife, Eleanor Cobham, hired The Witch of Eye?
3. (Evil) Cardinal Beaufort, illegitimate Great-Uncle, Henry, who ran the wickedly corrupt church of England?
... Or is this Baron one of the tiny percentage of minor nobles who actually truly supports Prince Harry's young son as King?
[dice=Perception]1d20 +6 (to see the sketch artist)
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Where are we, specifically, on the English coast? What's the strategic importance? How close to London?....
[dice=Knowledge Geography]1d20 +19 +1d6
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Does 100 gold pounds = 100gp or is it more accurately 100 pounds of gold like it would have been -- and what is it worth then?
[dice=Appraise]1d20 +6
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Which of the three powers behind King Henry VI does this Baron support:
1. (Elder Uncle) John Lancaster, Duke of Bedford who focuses his efforts in France?
2. (Younger Uncle) Humphrey Lancaster, Duke of Gloucester who runs England and who's new wife, Eleanor Cobham, hired The Witch of Eye?
3. (Evil) Cardinal Beaufort, illegitimate Great-Uncle, Henry, who ran the wickedly corrupt church of England?
... Or is this Baron one of the tiny percentage of minor nobles who actually truly supports Prince Harry's young son as King?[dice=Knowledge Nobility]1d20 +22 +1d6
Pound is the name of the gold piece currency. 1 gold pound= 1 gp.
Baron of Folkestone supports Bedford, because of his commitment to secure England's interests in France.
The strategic importance of Folkestone is crucial to England. It is one of the Cinque Ports, a hub of trade, located a short hike south of Canterberry, about 75 miles from London.
Nacht watches curiously not sure why this being was trying to do such an act seretly.. unless he meant ill.
Though he did not speak the tongue here - just learning as Roger had been teaching him - the universal method of introductions with repetition of name was caught by him between "Hamid" and the baron.
Hamid Persia... an odd name.
"Kyleon Yonnatil." He bowed slightly, the man's dress indicating his status was to be respected.
The man at the feast was paid little mind, though observed by Kyleon; perhaps there are cultural differences...
In French:Pleasure to meet you, Kyleon Yonnatil! Well done in slaying the beast Brinegullet!
"I am Alphonse Veritas, of England." he smiles at the last bit.
"I will say many of my friends don't speak English, though some do speak French."
"Regardless of languages, we thank you for your hospitality and generosity Baron Folkestone."
And I thank you for ridding us of Brinegullet! He's been quite the nuisance these last several years, and it's a great boon to our town to be rid of him! .... If I may inquire, what brings your company to Folkestone?
But meanwhile, to stop the Witch of Eye from afflicting Henry VI.... Presumably, you would go to London next to gather more info? Proove Humphrey of Glouster's involvement with the Satanic conspiracy via his wife's hiring the Witch of Eye to hex the King?
Lord Folkestone, thank you for having me at this impromptu party.
Your Barony is impressive, here -- a tribute to Great Prince Harry, greatest King of England.
I am "Magnus Sverreson" of Norway via the Faroes.
I give tribute to your Lord Bedford on his recent capture of the traitorous heretic, Joan the Witch of Arc; may she burn in hell!
I hear Bedford has once again set a date for the coronation of Henry on the French throne. Once the pretenders in France accept their lawful King, as decreed by King Charles the Beloved, through the Valois Lines and of his eldest, Isabella, true peace can come to France.
And we know what that means for Bedford who runs it on Henry's behalf.