"You know. Much as Exxor hates bloodsports, I can't help feeling that something is drawing us toward this arena. Let's go there first."
Although healed, Exxor twitches. I just hate being such an active participant in Bloodsports, that's all - but if you believe that is a better lead, I will continue to trust your judgement and follow your lead - from a safe distance.
Perhaps Tram will represent us if we must fight.
Tarvi happens to be walking through when this is said.
If he fights he better die. Cause if he fights and comes back I will kill him myself.
Why would she say that Exxor wonders to himself. He then gives Miro the - we better go warn Tram before Miss Tarvi finds him look.
Exxor isn't sure but there must be something between them. Good or bad he can't say
In that case, maybe Brannok would be the better choice.
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Strangely enough he happened to walk in just as the lovely miss Tarvi made her declations... and he blinked obviously confused.
What am I doing that is wrong now?
he asked rubbing frowning at what looked to be a slight ale stain in the sleeve of the new shirt he changed into. One with decidedly less tears rips and cuts in it.
Bloodsports is it?
He sniffed in slight disdain.
I have no plans on becoming a prize fighter anytime soon, If acting was as rough as it was I cant imagine the sorts of things that sort deals with...
"It does sound right up Brannock's alley. I'm sure he will do it if Miss Tarvi doesn't want Tram getting involved."
Brannock seems to be indisposed, and goes to hang out with Hippa.
Well, we could at leats check the place out and see if the statue is at Lucca's place and see if it can be swiped. I'm willing to lurk around and go for the grab if need be.
The petrified remains of Aiger may be more than we could normally carry. A stone statue of what I am assuming is a human, would be too much for me. Lets start with identifying if it there, if it is ALL there, considering it says it was smashed.
Miro finishes some Braised Brannock.
Well that works for me, let's head out. *tromp tromp*
"Agreed. Let's see what we can find out."
Our heroes awaken for the day feeling stronger. Weird. Brannock feels ill and stays behind with Hippa.
They arrive at the Devildome. Due to the curfew it operates during the day time. It is a simple task to have Rance pointed out to you.
Suddenly a voice goes up
There is a huge cheer. Several folks come over for autographs and women flock to Tram and Audi.
Miro appriciates the lack of fame and well becomes not noticed like most halflings in Cheliax.
Exxor will hope that his performance has been largely forgotten, and try to keep the focus on the the stars (Audi and Tram) and deflect the crazies away.
Miro nods to Exxor.
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Thank you, thank you, but please allow me Tramtris Arvanxi to introduce my good friend, and the true star of the show... Audi Jaw-Jacker!"
He began throwing in a saucy wink.
On top of being handsome he's single ladies!
He added with a forced uproarious laugh slapping the man on the back and trying to extricate himself from the throng.Knowing his luck miss Tarvi would have decided to come along... or her sister was there or something that was bound to get him in trouble. Perhaps he should just forget her and revel in the ... no he was going to win the heart of that fiery vixen if it was the last thing he did he tried to slide through the throng to get a drink.
"While Tram's relationship status is...complicated. I'm not sure I'd let him get away so easy. Thank you for the accolades. It was one of the more challenging performances I've ever had the honor of. I must say it wasn't only the audience that was surprised by some of those twists and turns." After spending a little time enjoying the limelight, flirting with the ladies and making sure Tram can't get away, Audi asks "Is that you Rance? We've actually come to see you today. We were hoping to have a chance to see a statue that might be part of your collection. I believe it is a bust, the head and shoulders of one of the former Pathfinders of Westcrown. Venture-Captain Aiger Ghaelfin."
Here to talk to me? Well that is a wonderful thing. I too was a big fan of your performance. Please come with me.
He has a man bring drinks for all and he leads you around the Devildome. I must say the Venture captain is one of my favorites. Ah here we are. He tops and shows you a bust of the Venture Captain.
One of my favorite pre-Thrune relics.
Miro skulks.
Exxor will look at the statue and attempt to determine if it is the petrified remains of the Venture Captain Aiger Ghaelfin, or a carved statue bust.
Hard to say. Probably needs a magical examination
Miro pokes Audi a bit so he will lend his magical talents.
Audi leans over to look the bust of the former Venture-Captain in the eyes and takes a good look at the bust. "One of your favorites, you say? Is it the craftsmanship, the time period or the subject matter that you most favor?"
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This is .. quite impressive art.
He said doing his best to peer at the stature like he had any clue about such things. As far as he could tell it was just well a bust...
Since we are so popular around here you should probably replace that with our busts after all I think I am at least twice the looker he is.
He said half serious. He needed to find a young statuemaker perhaps, an apprentice and convince him to do so work for them. Silly plans already popping into his mind on ways to over the top impress Miss Tarvi.
This absolutely could be the petrified bust of the VC
Miro skulks some more.
"Oh my. Rance, have you ever noticed the stone here around the eyes? If this is your favorite, we're going to need to help you. The stone is diseased. Its very rare, but if we don't do something about it, you're going to see this bust crumble before your eyes in three, maybe four months. Fortunately, we have a fix." Audi pulls out the silver box with the grave candles. "We came to you hoping to secure an opportunity to 'speak' with the bust of the former Venture-Captain to learn more of his past life. The candles will temporarily bring life to the bust, but they have a fortunate side effect. When he returns to stone, the disease will be cured. Would you permit us to conduct the ceremony? You could be present of course."
Why do you want to speak to it?
Miro skulks some more
"Wouldn't you love to hear what stories it might tell? Imagine what it has seen over the years. You must be curious?"
Hmm. Tell ya what you do me a solid and I will do you a solid. Whatta ya say?
"What do you have in mind?"
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Exxor twitches. Knowing that whatever request is coming is going to leave them bloodied. Mostly Tram, which will anger Miss Tarvi. Exxor pays very close attention to what comes next.
It is going to involve going into the sewers, I know it.
“Go
for a round in the Devildrome for me and
you’ll have all the time you want with old Ghaelfin.
He gestures to the building behind him You are big names, just think of the glory you can attain!
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"I think Tram has been dying for this opportunity."
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More like I will be Dying afterwards. What exactly is this Devildrome you speak of? How long is a round exactly? Is there betting? How likely is this to get out to my gir...to the public?
He asked mentally sighing. At this rate maybe he should give up on Tarvi. He couldnt seem to keep her pleased no matter what the circumstances were.
Make a local check of 15
It's the local gladiatorial arena. All company is done during the day to get around curfew. Also it is usually combat between summoned creatures or summoned creatures and a champion
Exxor twitches again. I knew it! Bloodsport here we come. "Oh, lets just visit" Audi says....and whose bright idea was it not to drag Brannock along??!! he thinks to himself, casting look at Miro somewhere between here we go again and run now.
Exxor pays even closer attention to the answers to Trams questions, looking for the catch - the angle. Rance is a businessman after all, and there must be something specific he wants.
Money. He wants money. If he can get you guys to fight, betting will be through the roof