Caledon approaches you; (look back for his description)
Are you from the Southern Continent; sent by Priest Balinor to aide the Prince? You have the look of they whom I search for; but where are the others if you be he?
We had heard your ship was off course; and many were sent to find you; are you they?
about 6 feet behind him you see a Finnish Bard and a person talking; he cuts himself then hands here the obsidian blade; she plunges it into her hand; you expect welling blood; but strangly none flows from the wound.
Yes I am ThoronHen of the expidition that has split. I would ask your name but I see one of my new companions doing what looks like a blood right and I must see to her to make sure she is fine.
Zuberi also bows and thanks the Oracle and follows after his companions
Namaste will reply to Veran: "My dear friend, if I must endure the tortures of the damned to see you and our people freed, then so be it. Please, show me what you must."
Thoron:
Luck Bonus from Mercury: 1d6=4
Forcibly pulling himself from his musings, Kemnebi bows again, and follows the others outside.
I am Caledon, I was sent to find you and take you to the Prince that he might mediate with you a plan.
There are others here of same purpose; join us as we intend to leave this night with the Oracles blessing.
Yes I am ThoronHen of the expidition that has split. I would ask your name but I see one of my new companions doing what looks like a blood right and I must see to her to make sure she is fine.Caledon approaches you; (look back for his description)
Are you from the Southern Continent; sent by Priest Balinor to aide the Prince? You have the look of they whom I search for; but where are the others if you be he?
We had heard your ship was off course; and many were sent to find you; are you they?
about 6 feet behind him you see a Finnish Bard and a person talking; he cuts himself then hands here the obsidian blade; she plunges it into her hand; you expect welling blood; but strangly none flows from the wound.
Namaste; is there some way I could interact with you not on this board; this is to important to put in a spoiler as even reading cannot help but change the entire flavor of the game; your freind is going to show you something nearly cosmic in scope; ie; something so big it has shifted your home plane off axis and no longer aligned with this one.
if not; could put it here; but would rather not.
Namaste will reply to Veran: "My dear friend, if I must endure the tortures of the damned to see you and our people freed, then so be it. Please, show me what you must."
Thoron: ** spoiler omitted **
I am Caledon, I was sent to find you and take you to the Prince that he might mediate with you a plan.
There are others here of same purpose; join us as we intend to leave this night with the Oracles blessing.
If that is part of what the oracle has deemed for our group I will go with you. The last I had heard we where going to to leave in the morning with the oracles blessing then. Caledon, this is one of my newest companions as you know as you had left with her and Llvenoc from the Oracle's chamber and this is something I am concerned about as I have pledged that I would protect her. Neighbor do you know what this is about?
Namaste; is there some way I could interact with you not on this board; this is to important to put in a spoiler as even reading cannot help but change the entire flavor of the game; your freind is going to show you something nearly cosmic in scope; ie; something so big it has shifted your home plane off axis and no longer aligned with this one.
if not; could put it here; but would rather not.
Caledon: I would suppose celestial events changed the timing of things when Apollo and Mercury interposed themselves into events as well as the addition of other members may have changed Fate and threads of chance; i am only guessing though; but, it seems reasonable; you could of course, go ask the Oracle yourself as it is your life on the line and may perhaps be of import to you.
<you are only about 15ft from Namaste and the Bard when you noticed them and met Caledon>
Bard: Can you protect her from herself; from her friends; women; bah; who can understand them; they are breed apart and always want somebodies blood; does this seem un natural to you? Seems normal to me. That there is just a scratch; hardly a wound to make a hero swoon; ifn she canna stand that cut maybe we should wrap 'er in silk and satin and leave 'er here; naw; she be fine; settle back and enjoy the show. Can tell you some stories about real wounds later. Right now I just want old black tooth of the mountains back so I can go hero hunting; smells like on is hiding here abouts.
<you notice a huge like 8ft tall really burly guy leaning against a tree about 15 ft from where you are taking intent interest in your interest.>
If that is part of what the oracle has deemed for our group I will go with you. The last I had heard we where going to to leave in the morning with the oracles blessing then. Caledon, this is one of my newest companions as you know as you had left with her and Llvenoc from the Oracle's chamber and this is something I am concerned about as I have pledged that I would protect her. Neighbor do you know what this is about?I am Caledon, I was sent to find you and take you to the Prince that he might mediate with you a plan.
There are others here of same purpose; join us as we intend to leave this night with the Oracles blessing.
<game time is 10 pm>
When all are ready to leave the Oracle, Astinos goes to where his chariot and horses are being curried to gather them in preparation for the Blessing and departure.
As you leave the Oracle; back down the hill; you see the bard and caledon talking to another person and Namaste sitting down in deep concentration; for some reason she has stuck a black glass dagger in her hand; but it is not bleeding; strange.
<namaste has been in this postion for about 45 minutes, the other two are watching her with some discusson; they look a bit afraid to interupt or disrupt her>
all those leaving can stop; post their actions; or prepare their travel as Astinos is doing.
there does seem to be a new person you have not met here with the bard; as well as the big guy and Namaste.
ok; here is how Mercury's blessing will work;
take your d6 roll and subract that number from 7; that is the number of times you can use a +3 luck bonus; this can be used at any time; even after the fact; after a die roll and need not be stated ahead of time; so you can use it for a save; to hit; damage; a perception roll; anything that luck can affect. You may even stack your luck bonus if you have more than one if you really need to be lucky in that instance. This bonus will expire at the end of this adventure if not used.
Kemnebi; are you still wrapping up or are you again wrapping up your features? i got a bit lost; was under the impression when the bard discussed it with you that you unwrapped; but, I was not sure if your rewrapping or not leaving the Oracle and heading out.
Namaste; read this post after you read your email.
a gentle voice clearly sounds in your head; clear and immense, surely it rings, but you KNOW that the other two who are hear and mind linked to you cannot sense this individual; you KNOW she is a goddess, you know not which one. You know her to be of course beautiful; but also chaste; yet hard as nails; you get the idea she is a goddess of winter and winter culls the weak yet rewards the strong.
Namaste, your sacrifice is beautiful, a cherished gift to me; I will ease your suffering for you have acted in noble fashion, with little or no compunction or thought for yourself; you have sacrificed yourself even more than you know and this shall be rewarded, my champions on many world act thus as you have; know that life is pain; and pain is caused by action out of accordance with Truth; pain guides and protects; but sometimes a rare individual accepts the hardship and pain of a needful deed for the good of all; thus you have done, thus your faithful heart shines in my bower; you may accept this Chancellors pact without fear; for I will protect you; and he shall have the oppurtunity to learn his folley through the guidance of pain. All of my faithful will see my blessing upon you Namaste, none shall gainsay you nor raise their hand against you save my Beloved Chosen. This you have earned by noble sacrifice of yourself; I am well pleased and shall be watching.
<you may now take -1 off of any damage taken at any time by any source from now on until I say you loose this blessing; you may of course reject this if you so desire>
Greetings Hi Thoron. So a blood rite. Any idea who's favor she is looking for, or trying to reach? Looks like your arm will heal up quick. We must make sure no one interupts her trance. She could loose herself.
Ancestor. Are you planning on joining us on the first leg of our trip? It would be a shame for us to depart without you sharing some of your wisdom with us.
Caledon: I would suppose celestial events changed the timing of things when Apollo and Mercury interposed themselves into events as well as the addition of other members may have changed Fate and threads of chance; i am only guessing though; but, it seems reasonable; you could of course, go ask the Oracle yourself as it is your life on the line and may perhaps be of import to you.
<you are only about 15ft from Namaste and the Bard when you noticed them and met Caledon>
Bard: Can you protect her from herself; from her friends; women; bah; who can understand them; they are breed apart and always want somebodies blood; does this seem un natural to you? Seems normal to me. That there is just a scratch; hardly a wound to make a hero swoon; ifn she canna stand that cut maybe we should wrap 'er in silk and satin and leave 'er here; naw; she be fine; settle back and enjoy the show. Can tell you some stories about real wounds later. Right now I just want old black tooth of the mountains back so I can go hero hunting; smells like on is hiding here abouts.
<you notice a huge like 8ft tall really burly guy leaning against a tree about 15 ft from where you are taking intent interest in your interest.>
To Caledon: I will take it on my companions word if there has been any changes to the plan for they did speak to the Oracle longer and possibly multiple times.
To the Bard: I can only try to assist her in her choices. Though she should consult with knowledgeable people before dong something rash. As to the nature of a blood right is a conversation that can be left to talk around a campfire or in the halls of learning. All that I know is that my darker brethren us blood rights all the time, the only others that I know from stories and song are the Demons and the Devils. Beyond that I would not know as I am not learned in such matters. But all three are not what you call good. But we will have to wait and see what happens possibly one or both of my other companions can shed light on this as one is of the drow the other is a priests of nature.
Greetings Hi Thoron. So a blood rite. Any idea who's favor she is looking for, or trying to reach? Looks like your arm will heal up quick. We must make sure no one interupts her trance. She could loose herself.
Ancestor. Are you planning on joining us on the first leg of our trip? It would be a shame for us to depart without you sharing some of your wisdom with us.
Hello Llvenoc. I am not sure who she might be in contact with as I came upon her when she was already in her trance. She has also gained some what of an audience. Am I to under stand that our plans have been changed and we are to leave shortly? And these reasons have a divine connection.
the fey responds:
Hal and Tarnation; fools that ya are; not shor dis point yet; sigh; hardly got me land legs back yet gots to flit about lookin fer the one supposed to be on watch yet not round bouts; I shore hopin ta git back to me own, but who can say at this juncture; heck; yall be unfit company far as i kin see; no food; no drink; sour drab on yer faces far as the night is long; sad; very sad; only a fool would join up with the likes of yea all; I jez hope I aint that fool, but knowin my luck a fool's bet is where its headed.
Greetings Hi Thoron. So a blood rite. Any idea who's favor she is looking for, or trying to reach? Looks like your arm will heal up quick. We must make sure no one interupts her trance. She could loose herself.
Ancestor. Are you planning on joining us on the first leg of our trip? It would be a shame for us to depart without you sharing some of your wisdom with us.
Thronhen,
well; the big guys doesnt seem to notice you looking at him
the bard is curious but unconcerned at present.
No one is mumbling; Namaste has a look of not even being there at present; face placid; heck; she is not moving and may not even be breathing far as you can tell.
The party will have to speak for themselves; but nobody else seems to pay you any special interest.
things to spot are as I described them; nothing hidden from sight that might be seen on anyone so far.
Thronhen,
well; the big guys doesnt seem to notice you looking at himthe bard is curious but unconcerned at present.
The party will have to speak for themselves; but nobody else seems to pay you any special interest.
things to spot are as I described them; nothing hidden from sight that might be seen on anyone so far.
ok; this is an important detail to me; as far as i know; no one has seen the Oracle twice; the group that went up this time is different from the pc group that went up last time other than the Drow who I think went both times; is this correct?
ok; this is an important detail to me; as far as i know; no one has seen the Oracle twice; the group that went up this time is different from the pc group that went up last time other than the Drow who I think went both times; is this correct?
Yes we will be leaving. Though I fear some of those with us are more focused on glory. I am more concerned with our success now than when it was the four of us. The Oracle will meet us and give us her blessing. Though a different one than you met the last time.
I know, that is what I am counting on. hehe mabye they pump a time clock; change shifts, Apollo is a Sun Diety after all; and the sun is not up hehe.
ok; this is an important detail to me; as far as i know; no one has seen the Oracle twice; the group that went up this time is different from the pc group that went up last time other than the Drow who I think went both times; is this correct?
Yes we will be leaving. Though I fear some of those with us are more focused on glory. I am more concerned with our success now than when it was the four of us. The Oracle will meet us and give us her blessing. Though a different one than you met the last time.
Interesting so you met the other oracle that the first had mentioned. Well If it was so written then so be it. Hopefully we will not have any problems leaving here. I was not successful in finding objects to help with the no eating part so I am unsure how we will proceed with that. And what is our current total and what are there makeup. One is ether a paladin or a cocky fighter by your description. But what are the others skills.
There are three more to our number. One is Egyptian, a holy soldier I believe. He seems to have to qualities to make a fine leader. His name is Zuberi. Another human, native to these lands. He is big on speechs and short of perception. Another holy warrior. He follows a Warrior Goddess, so I expect he is well skilled in the blade as other weapons. The third... He resembles a Get of Lorm? I did not know Elves hated these Lormites so. So much so to pale our Sundering. He claims not to be a Lormite, but from Egypt. He is young in heart and mind. Rash, but good intentioned. He discovered agents of the enemy are watching us, and know of some of our plans. He is a Mage of unknown power.
The fey says
Well nah; I was told that a certain leper a chaun had sent a fey ta keeps an eyes on youse; and that yall had a certain druid chickypoo with yall as well; and yall had a earth thumping holly priest all short and squat like; and some other Paladin with a green thumb or green nose or twigs in his hair or some such.
so whar in tarnation are all them fellars; shesh; still sea sick puking down by the shore?
<ack; did you guys see that the discussion thread is at 666 posts?>
While descending down the hill Zuberi sees Llvenoc and Caledon speaking with someone new, an Elf in fact, but what draws his attention most is that Namaste is in some form of meditative state. He moves to join them and inquires of what is going on.
“What going on with Namaste and how long has she been thus?” he ask looking from one person to the next “Preparations are under way for our departure, will she be ready soon?”
Seeing ThoronHen he introduces himself
“Well met, I’m Zuberi Ra-Amon. I take it that you will be accompanying us as well” he ask glancing first at Llvenoc then Caledon
Yes Zuberi. This is Thoron. He is from the group you were sent to find. It would be unwise to wake Namaste from such a trance. It is best we wait or put her in peril.
Kemnebi follows the warriors out of the Oracle's temple, habitually starting to pull up his hood, despite the darkness outside. He stops, pauses a moment, lowers his hood, and smiles at the stars. Enjoying the feel of the night breeze in his fur, he follows the others to to where they are gathering near Namaste.
"Is she alright?" He asks the others as he joins them, indicating Namaste. Apparently he didn't notice the knife in her palm, or he doesn't find such things unusual. Then blinks as he notices the 'new' arrivals. A wry smile curls his feline features as he bows slightly.
"Greetings, I am called Kemnebi. And you are,...?"
the Bard says:
hmm, about 12000 methal counts; in your time; a bit over an hour fer most most it; it was just setting sun when she was starting something; then 60 count deliberation, then about two hours ago the way I see it; she started this intense thing she is doing; but that look has only been on her face for bit over an hour like I said; I think something happened; heck; she dont even look like she is in there anymore.
While descending down the hill Zuberi sees Llvenoc and Caledon speaking with someone new, an Elf in fact, but what draws his attention most is that Namaste is in some form of meditative state. He moves to join them and inquires of what is going on.
“What going on with Namaste and how long has she been thus?” he ask looking from one person to the next “Preparations are under way for our departure, will she be ready soon?”
Seeing ThoronHen he introduces himself
“Well met, I’m Zuberi Ra-Amon. I take it that you will be accompanying us as well” he ask glancing first at Llvenoc then Caledon
hmm; the bard says; something changed; something....familiar...
he looks at his own cut hand; murmers "oh no; oh crud"
he slaps himself hard on the face with each hand; one side leaving a bloody streak.
he assumes a stance that looks very painful to maintain over time and begins to recite a chant; he looks like he is praying or something; he speaks in his native tounge. He is of the Scandanavians who live around the valley of the ancients; hmm; Thoron; do you remember; think that was Valonese.
on the subject of languages; Llevenoc; how are you conversing with these Greeks and Eygptians; I dont think they speak elf/drow and common just wont cut this kind of conversation; common is trade this for that type talk.
<gm>I am pretty excited about what Namaste will do; looking forward to that toons posts; hehe all you standing around is perfect; hehe hope it causes quite a stir.
hmm; the bard says; something changed; something....familiar...
he looks at his own cut hand; murmers "oh no; oh crud"
he slaps himself hard on the face with each hand; one side leaving a bloody streak.
he assumes a stance that looks very painful to maintain over time and begins to recite a chant; he looks like he is praying or something; he speaks in his native tounge. He is of the Scandanavians who live around the valley of the ancients; hmm; Thoron; do you remember; think that was Valonese.
on the subject of languages; Llevenoc; how are you conversing with these Greeks and Eygptians; I dont think they speak elf/drow and common just wont cut this kind of conversation; common is trade this for that type talk.
hmm; the bard says; something changed; something....familiar...
he looks at his own cut hand; murmers "oh no; oh crud"
he slaps himself hard on the face with each hand; one side leaving a bloody streak.
he assumes a stance that looks very painful to maintain over time and begins to recite a chant; he looks like he is praying or something; he speaks in his native tounge.
"Hm, What the,...?" Kemnebi says intelligently as the BArd talks about how long Namaste has been in a trance. His demeanor becomes serious as he looks at Namaste, then observes the Bard enter his own chanting trance with wide eyes.
"Wait a minute,... what are you,...?" He looks frantically between Namste and the bard. He hastily removes a small pot from his belt pouch, dips a finger in it, and wipes something on his eyes. He takes a breath, and narrows his eyes as he examines both slowly and carefully.
1d20 12=31, 1d20 12=20, 1d20 12=29, 1d20 8=22
"Yes, it is generally very unwise to disturb someone in the middle of a trance. I hope that the bard knows what he is doing, otherwise he may do more harm than good. Give me a moment, and let me see if I can figure out what exactly is happening."
Val,
Ok; you see no arcane or mystical stuff from the bard; but it certainly looks like he is praying in a deeply religious prayer to some Nordic diety you would guess; though know not much about those dieties.
he is speaking Valenese
pain is the source of knowledge
pain is the gift of life
pain cuts through illusion
pain guides our actions
Oh; Maiden bless us and teach us
Thank you Great Maiden for knowledge
Thank you Chaste Maiden for life
Thank you Beautiful Maiden for the truth
Thank you Patient Maiden for guidance
he repeats 12 times; he speaks slowly in cadenence.
____________
hmm; the bard says; something changed; something....familiar...
he looks at his own cut hand; murmers "oh no; oh crud"
he slaps himself hard on the face with each hand; one side leaving a bloody streak.
he assumes a stance that looks very painful to maintain over time and begins to recite a chant; he looks like he is praying or something; he speaks in his native tounge.
"Hm, What the,...?" Kemnebi says intelligently as the BArd talks about how long Namaste has been in a trance. His demeanor becomes serious as he looks at Namaste, then observes the Bard enter his own chanting trance with wide eyes.
"Wait a minute,... what are you,...?" He looks frantically between Namste and the bard. He hastily removes a small pot from his belt pouch, dips a finger in it, and wipes something on his eyes. He takes a breath, and narrows his eyes as he examines both slowly and carefully.
1d20 12=31, 1d20 12=20, 1d20 12=29, 1d20 8=22
"Yes, it is generally very unwise to disturb someone in the middle of a trance. I hope that the bard knows what he is doing, otherwise he may do more harm than good. Give me a moment, and let me see if I can figure out what exactly is happening."
you can choose elvish and valonese; these are prime languages of elf; your drow is just a dialect; not to different; just differnt concepts and nameing of things that dont exist in regular elven and vise versa
pretty much all elves speak valonese as that is their ancient homeland as well; it is mostly elven; about like French is 70% of the English language. Though an american cant really speak to a frenchman very well.
Val,
** spoiler omitted **
After a while Astinos rides to the base of the hill. Seeing the group surrounding Namaste he dismounts, a look of concern.
"Is she all right?"
He looks around to see if the group has drawn any undue attention.
Not really; it is fairly dark this time of night; most people are sleeping; some gaurds are standing around various places; you guys are out here under a tree near the path pretty much alone at this point.
Game time is about 10:15pm
After a moment he notices ThoronHen and greets him with a clasped forearm. "Well met, I am Astinos. One of those who have come to join your mission. Would that we were meeting under better circumstances."
The Fey flies up and gives you (Astinos) a criptic eye. So, yer taking the place of that Paladin of Osiris then; or the Green God or whatever you guys call him; so; yer lookin fer his parts like your Lady of Magic; what'ser name; Isis; yea; your doing her bidding in this and getting his part as per what that Priest of Donblas said to prepare fer the next Great War; is that it; you sure you wanna take this on sonny?
Am I to understand that this motley crew here sans me cousin's neice on my mothers side twice removed; that Dwarven Priest and the Pally; and you guys are the regulars; what we got here now; I gotta get this report right so you dont get blasted fer trying to break the planet unless you need to be blasted if you try to break the planet. I guess there is the smell of some magic on that cat guy; gives me the creeps though; looks a bit like that Lorm guy who tried to do a one one one mano to tenticle thing with one of the greatest of hte Old Ones a few years back; you aint got suck illusions of grandure do you sonny cat boy do you; cause i can cure that for you raight quick like ifn you need me too. Now I guess we dun established that the lost fey sittin there on her tush with a obsidian dagger in her hand is a fairly strong mindwitch; and of course we all know this Drow prince here is got a powerful git on to poke some holes in some o the devourers; we gots no problems with that even if his mother does dress him funny. yall really in this? Yer druid went fer a walk, she comin back; yer priest off following that other pally; sheesh ;you boys arent to afraid of getting hurt I guess less some of you er more than appears. Any you half troll?
So who and what be doing this thang? way I understand it, Oh Thoronhen of the guild of the hand or handyman or some such; yall is gonna collect some piece o the green god; yall er gonna rescue this earth mother; yall er gonna disrupt the incursions of the snakemen; yall er gonna, stop the undead hereabouts from once again blotting out the sun; yall er gonna cause a disruption so that the undead plans are confused so yer human prince can defeat the undead and consolodate his empire so they can go off and fight another war somewheres else; did I leave out anything? Sheesh; yall got big stomachs to have so much on yer plates; good thing I aint no hero; yall heroes work to hard.
Ok; you see no arcane or mystical stuff from the bard; but it certainly looks like he is praying in a deeply religious prayer to some Nordic diety you would guess; though know not much about those dieties.
he is speaking Valenese
"Is he praying? Some of the dialect sounds like a form of Elvish. Does anybody here speak that language?" Kemnebi asks softly as he turns his mystic gaze upon Namaste,...
After spending a minute stufying any possible magical effects surrounding Namaste, Kemnebi turns to look incredulously at the Fey berating Astinos.
"Well, yeah, when you put it like THAT it DOES sound like we're being a little pretentious, doesn't it? But If that's what needs to be done, I'm going to try. I'll just take all the problems one at a time. I haven't yet faced a challenge that I haven't been able to solve. I figure that maybe it's time I aimed for bigger challenges. SOunds like I chose the right group!"
Well; what you get from it with elvish is not very much; something about pain; some maiden and a few words like cure; guide; and thank you.; and he is earnest about it. you get about 1 in five words so context is impossible; but you do recognise some of the words so I pretty much told you those; if you want more you can make a roll; or wait for one of those who speak it to relate it to the group.
and no; you see no visible magic around namaste or any arcane stuff; though you do have an idea that blood is a spell ingrediant; and some emotion spells can require emotive energy; but this is beyond you;
as far as I know ;you dont have detect magic up; or any other detects.
Ok; you see no arcane or mystical stuff from the bard; but it certainly looks like he is praying in a deeply religious prayer to some Nordic diety you would guess; though know not much about those dieties.
he is speaking Valenese
"Is he praying? Some of the dialect sounds like a form of Elvish. Does anybody here speak that language?" Kemnebi asks softly as he turns his mystic gaze upon Namaste,...
the fey radiates a heck of a lot of magic; red and yellows mostly.
After spending a minute stufying any possible magical effects surrounding Namaste, Kemnebi turns to look incredulously at the Fey berating Astinos.
"Well, yeah, when you put it like THAT it DOES sound like we're being a little pretentious, doesn't it? But If that's what needs to be done, I'm going to try. I'll just take all the problems one at a time. I haven't yet faced a challenge that I haven't been able to solve. I figure that maybe it's time I aimed for bigger challenges. SOunds like I chose the right group!"
After a moment he notices ThoronHen and greets him with a clasped forearm. "Well met, I am Astinos. One of those who have come to join your mission. Would that we were meeting under better circumstances."
Greatings Astinos, yes it does look like things have changed. I welcome you to the group and as for the meeting time... it had to happen now or things would have been out of wack even further. but I understand what you ment and agree.
Ok; you see no arcane or mystical stuff from the bard; but it certainly looks like he is praying in a deeply religious prayer to some Nordic diety you would guess; though know not much about those dieties.
he is speaking Valenese
"Is he praying? Some of the dialect sounds like a form of Elvish. Does anybody here speak that language?" Kemnebi asks softly as he turns his mystic gaze upon Namaste,...
He says this:
pain is the source of knowledge
pain is the gift of life
pain cuts through illusion
pain guides our actions
Oh; Maiden bless us and teach us
Thank you Great Maiden for knowledge
Thank you Chaste Maiden for life
Thank you Beautiful Maiden for the truth
Thank you Patient Maiden for guidance