Respectfully I will never shy away from what I think is right course of action. We all may disagree in what the right action is. But thats just the differences in opinion. As far as this Goddess. She bless's those who Champion the Devourer. So I don't give a damn what she thinks.
While Namaste decides our next course of action, I will head down the stairs and scout a bit. Thoron I could use a partner who is light on his feet. Will report in the Mindlink.
Respectfully I will never shy away from what I think is right course of action. We all may disagree in what the right action is. But thats just the differences in opinion. As far as this Goddess. She bless's those who Champion the Devourer. So I don't give a damn what she thinks.
While Namaste decides our next course of action, I will head down the stairs and scout a bit. Thoron I could use a partner who is light on his feet. Will report in the Mindlink.
did you add in your armor mod to the ability?
Astinos in the Mindlink
Respectfully I will never shy away from what I think is right course of action. We all may disagree in what the right action is. But thats just the differences in opinion. As far as this Goddess. She bless's those who Champion the Devourer. So I don't give a damn what she thinks.
"Actually, no, in some cases where opinion is all that one has that might be true. However, when there is real information available to make choices on, then opinions should be reviewed and changed as necessary. Taking action to harm the group , is usually what the opposition does and an unwillingness to recognize a poor choice would get you cast out of a tribe in some places."
"Enjoy your scouting..."
Kalona will hop off the skeleton and go to the circle and walk around it examining each circle in turn. Though occassionaly she pauses to glance around the room or listen in a somewhat nervous manner.
As Llvenoc moves down the stair; though being stone; they creak and a ill wind blows his clothes and hair yet cannot be felt; things swirl about the lab as if a wind was blowing; but no one can feel it. It even ruffles Kalonas feathers and the skeletons sway a bit.
a dull moan can be heard almost in harmony with the grinding and splash of the immense ferris wheel with those bodies chained to it and the percolating of the giant brass kettles.
it took only a moment; then dread stillness and silence as the normal sounds of the room take over...a rumble up above occurs and dust and some sand falls from the cieling; a bit of dirt and rubble comes from the stair leading up.
Astinos in the Mindlink
** spoiler omitted **
Through mindlink to Llvenoc
That is a very good question. She bears watching. I will think on this, and yes I have your back as well.
the stairs are 10 ft wide; go down at 45 degree angle 30 to a iron banded door with a closed and shudder; there appears to be a sturdy lock.
the stairs are 10 ft wide; go down at 45 degree angle 30 to a iron banded door with a closed and shudder; there appears to be a sturdy lock.
There is a iron banded door here at the bottom. Looks like it has a sturdy lock. Thoron can you check it out? Is everyone up there ready to move?
,... a lot of stuff about magic symbols,...
Kemnebi notices his familiar watching the large black bird with undisguised interest. Then he notices what Kalona is doing. He wanders nearer.
"What is it Kalona? Do you know these symbols? There are a few I don't recognize. Actually, there are more than a few,..."
Reaching into his pack, he pulls out some rolled vellum and charcoal sticks, and hastily begins copying down what he sees on the floor.
"What is it Kalona? Do you know these symbols? There are a few I don't recognize. Actually, there are more than a few,..."
Kalona nearly jumps out of her feathers at Kemnebi's voice. And makes to fly away. then regains her composure once she recognizes Kemnebi.
"Oh, I thought it might be...never mind. These symbols? Well, I am truly not very good with such things, fluttering her wings as if to say 'no hands', but I have seen some members of tribes and even a dark-skinned elf or two make use of such circles. So I thought I would look and see if I recognized anything."
Noticing June seems to follow Kemnebi's every move. She looks over at her.
"Say June, you and your sister seem to have some rather unusual abilities for humans. Given where that 'boost' to the good mage's power came from, I would guess your not from around...these parts." Glances at Kemnebi. "I dont suppose you have the ability to provide some additional level of protection from...prying eyes would you?" Kalona's view shifts for a second, she ruffles her feathers a bit then looks back at June.
Yes thank you noble Kalona for that wonderful Idea I never would have thought of it myself. I just wish I could have hit it harder to rid it of its evil magic.
"Your welcome. I do in fact have many good ideas others do not think of, that one was only half the story I am afraid, next time I will try and ensure the entirity of the idea is conveyed properly."
"Certainly though it did seem somewhat odd, though apparently not to this group, to see an elf of the darkskin tribe, those-who-lord-underground, that-which-enslaves-all, children-of-the-spider-like, working together so well after they just met. I had thought there might be some animosity there or even some old grudges, but I guess the information Old Rat gave me was incomplete. What an interesting story this will be. A tale of new friends. How exciting. I certainly hope the other dwarfs appreciate it."
Just remember in your telling of your story that A elf scribbled on the alter and the dwarf smashed it in twain. We are here to complete a mission and his pointed ears be damned we have a common foe. Never let it be said that a dwarf hindered when there was such an important task at hand.
Namaste; can you interevene before I silence the lot of them; this talk is driving me crazy; sounds like old washwomen bickering...
The room down the stairs seems like a guardroom; probably where these ghouls came from; it seems to have many exits; it is at the limit of my ability of farsight.
my head hurts
<rubs her temples>
You are correct that is were my old party's foe's came from
What you did was needless risk Drow and Dwarf; strange times for such allies; but, silly mortal; do you not know that a goddess of her strength can see those around her shrines and altars; you have drawn her attention where you did not have it before. As my sister and I look into the ether we do see the eyes upon us <shudder> and know that now things are much more dangerous.
Astinos should have done the deed or another of you priests; Paladins are dedicated in the war against gods and are not taken as an affront to the dieties person; but a challenge to her mortal champions.
Sorry My lady I saw a need to move us from this room with all haste to complete our mission. I saw the drow scribbling on the alter and helped him destroy it faster so that we can continue our mission. If you wish I can deal with the Shrine, circle, sword & armor also if that will expedite our mission?
I wrap the Greek Fire Bottle in cloth & put in my backpack.
To Decidio in mindlink:
I need you to figure out the source of Kalona's abilities. Her ability to control undead is somewhat troubling.
you believe it to be a wand dealing with elemental cold, and hold yet still some charges; perhaps the dwarf saw or heard it used; that would help.
Val
Do I remember anything (as in abilities/powers) about the wand, Sword, or Armor during my battle in this room?I Check on the Bear is he still there and OK.
Just remember in your telling of your story that A elf scribbled on the alter and the dwarf smashed it in twain. We are here to complete a mission and his pointed ears be damned we have a common foe. Never let it be said that a dwarf hindered when there was such an important task at hand."Why of course I would relate it as it happened, though I am not sure that the alter had anything to do with finding those who-would-steal-the-sun, in fact, it probably hindered it." Again, looking warily about the room, eyes focused on something else...a shiver goes up her feathers and she goes back to looking at the circle. Clearly she is less concerned with the previous discussion and more on what she apparently has perceived.
"oh; we do?, well we probably are not good at it yet; we have only been human for a few hours" <said with shyness and a small blush>
uhm; I know something about magic cirles and things. Uhm; that symbol <she points> that looks like a tack or pin over a pi symbol; that is inflict; depending on how it is oriented it does the infliction inside or outside the circle; this one I think is inside. so the symbol on the left of it is inflicted though you have to read it right <by looking you three all agree that the symbols were written counter clockwise starting at the Eye at the top. Other than that I know that the way a circle is drawn is important; I agree with you two; this looks like a summoning circle; to summon power; that dragon symbol <and you guys agree from your knowledge> is the symbol for higher magic power, I have seen it in circles and glyphs with what you call hazard or seriously strong power.
If need be; I could tell you all the symbols, but there would be a cost involved, not by my choice mind you. Also; Namaste could use her "Bat" to discover such things as well.
forgive me if I have been to forward, hubris, I know; am trying <turns away; little tear>
<it is pretty obvious to you guys that whoever drew this circle was not this dead necromancer nor the same person that did the work making the shrine and altar.>
"What is it Kalona? Do you know these symbols? There are a few I don't recognize. Actually, there are more than a few,..."
Kalona nearly jumps out of her feathers at Kemnebi's voice. And makes to fly away. then regains her composure once she recognizes Kemnebi.
"Oh, I thought it might be...never mind. These symbols? Well, I am truly not very good with such things, fluttering her wings as if to say 'no hands', but I have seen some members of tribes and even a dark-skinned elf or two make use of such circles. So I thought I would look and see if I recognized anything."
Noticing June seems to follow Kemnebi's every move. She looks over at her.
"Say June, you and your sister seem to have some rather unusual abilities for humans. Given where that 'boost' to the good mage's power came from, I would guess your not from around...these parts." Glances at Kemnebi. "I dont suppose you have the ability to provide some additional level of protection from...prying eyes would you?" Kalona's view shifts for a second, she ruffles her feathers a bit then looks back at June.
general info you three know in June's text; on thing you know about circles is that only summoning circles used in creation; and protection circles dont have lines cutting them. Your culture uses circles mostly for protection and for long distance communication kind of like a telephone; circles can be used to communicate over distance to another circle.
"What is it Kalona? Do you know these symbols? There are a few I don't recognize. Actually, there are more than a few,..."
Kalona nearly jumps out of her feathers at Kemnebi's voice. And makes to fly away. then regains her composure once she recognizes Kemnebi.
"Oh, I thought it might be...never mind. These symbols? Well, I am truly not very good with such things, fluttering her wings as if to say 'no hands', but I have seen some members of tribes and even a dark-skinned elf or two make use of such circles. So I thought I would look and see if I recognized anything."
Noticing June seems to follow Kemnebi's every move. She looks over at her.
"Say June, you and your sister seem to have some rather unusual abilities for humans. Given where that 'boost' to the good mage's power came from, I would guess your not from around...these parts." Glances at Kemnebi. "I dont suppose you have the ability to provide some additional level of protection from...prying eyes would you?" Kalona's view shifts for a second, she ruffles her feathers a bit then looks back at June.
ok; your cultural knowledge about circles is also that this is probably a creation circle though other circles are drawn similar to this might be protections from evil; good; devils; you dont see any of those sort of symbols here. You see a permanency symbol. You also think that whatever is put in here gets an aura of fire, and your guess looking at this whole room after discussing it with Kalona and June is this though most of what Kalona gives you is intutive; his people deal with spirits; zombies and skellies are practically unheard of, June has a general knowledge; but think of her like Albert Einstien; she knows how the world was created, but this basic math stuff she doesnt seem to know the lower math details:
Kenebi
ok; your culture is steeped in undead and clerical and arcan magic; so here is your best guess; which is very good btw :)
The necromancer mixes chemicals and puts them in the brass boilers; they and some magic are infused and goes to the pool and the magic fluid is probably changed for affecting different undead; then the bodies are put on the wheel and over time infused with the chemicals; the bodies are then taken to the circle; and the circle is activated; probably makes the undead stronger, faster, more resistant <think corpse crafter feats from liber mortis>
The corpse is then placed on the altar and given a semblance of life
,... a lot of stuff about magic symbols,...
Kemnebi notices his familiar watching the large black bird with undisguised interest. Then he notices what Kalona is doing. He wanders nearer.
"What is it Kalona? Do you know these symbols? There are a few I don't recognize. Actually, there are more than a few,..."
Reaching into his pack, he pulls out some rolled vellum and charcoal sticks, and hastily begins copying down what he sees on the floor.
<telepathy direct to Astinos>
hmm; this is more my sister area; having watched her it seems like it comes from an item; I have seen her channel no diefic power herself or cast any spells or use any inate powers; I am guessing an item; which I do not know. I have heard of Bards that have her ability to affect even the dead; seeing the music and dancing lead me to consider that as most likely. I think an item usuable by someone proficient in music.
To Decidio in mindlink:
** spoiler omitted **
Kosan
this champion had an aura; a bad one, the wand did two cone of cold spells, the sword had some black fire about it and gave wasting wounds like it drank life and gave vitality to the champion, it also cut through armor and defenses like a hot knife through butter and in one swing you swore it has teeth and fangs; seems like that sword is alive; the armor made the guy very hard to damage and his agility was amazing considering it is heavy armor.
you believe it to be a wand dealing with elemental cold, and hold yet still some charges; perhaps the dwarf saw or heard it used; that would help.Val
Do I remember anything (as in abilities/powers) about the wand, Sword, or Armor during my battle in this room?I Check on the Bear is he still there and OK.
well; seeing as I have not heard from him and his character is not ready; guess he is safe and still sleeping.
you believe it to be a wand dealing with elemental cold, and hold yet still some charges; perhaps the dwarf saw or heard it used; that would help.Val
Do I remember anything (as in abilities/powers) about the wand, Sword, or Armor during my battle in this room?I Check on the Bear is he still there and OK.
Kemnebi continues to scribble copies of the symbols in the magic circle as June, Kalona and he compare notes and knowledge. WHen he has finished sketching the entire circle, being careful to keep the orientation of all the symbols correct, he begins looking around the room. His feline face scruntches up in concentration. Even his familiar is is unusually still as teh wizard begins looking from the circle, to the altar's remains, to the shattered alchemical apparatus, to the broken, still squeaking, wheel. He seems completely oblivious to the words of anyone else in the room as he mutters to himself, drawing lines in the air.
"Ok. Not sure of the exact order,... But if the chemicals were prepared here, probably because of short-lived potency, then the bodies were prepared and subjected to chemical treatment for a duration,... probably for strengthening and enhancing the body, then the circle was used for infusing the bodies with mystical energy, also possibly infusing them with mystically enhanced abilities, then the altar was used to animate the forms with a semblance of life,..."
The mage, despite his protest about making haste moments earlier, seems quite prepared to stay here and study this room for a while. His muttered examinations and conclusions comes to an abrupt halt. He blinks. Twice.
Both he and his familiar's heads turn, very slowly, to look at June.
"Um,... DId you say, that you've only been human, for a few hours?" He asks softly.
"Um,... DId you say, that you've only been human, for a few hours?" He asks softly.
At that Kalona looks up at Kemnebi then begins to giggle which turns into a more robust laugh.
"Ah, I needed that. I thought you or for that matter the others had not noticed, but I wasnt sure if it was because they hadnt wanted you to notice or not. Ladies do need their secrets you know."
Kalona winks at June. Then flies back up to a Skeleton's shoulder. A different skeleton will move over to the stair case that Llevnoc went down and watch down that way. It will be slightly off to the side so as not to block the passage.
Yes, I can be a cat person like you if you wish; if you dont find this form pleasing...<she looks at you intently looking deep, deep into your eyes>...<she changes into a cat person of perfect proportions to what you find pleasing in height, color; and figure>; do you like this better?
I believe it is not our form on the outside that matters; but what is in our hearts; I already feel that your heart and mine beat as one, my dear magi. The only real difference, in some context, between you and I is that when you die and are reborn; your spirit doesnt remember your past lives whereas my sister and I do; we remember the birth of the stars and long forgotten civilizations, hard to seperate facts sometimes. Truly it all blends together; it really takes something exceptional to stand out; but these are exceptional times.
Kemnebi continues to scribble copies of the symbols in the magic circle as June, Kalona and he compare notes and knowledge. WHen he has finished sketching the entire circle, being careful to keep the orientation of all the symbols correct, he begins looking around the room. His feline face scruntches up in concentration. Even his familiar is is unusually still as teh wizard begins looking from the circle, to the altar's remains, to the shattered alchemical apparatus, to the broken, still squeaking, wheel. He seems completely oblivious to the words of anyone else in the room as he mutters to himself, drawing lines in the air.
"Ok. Not sure of the exact order,... But if the chemicals were prepared here, probably because of short-lived potency, then the bodies were prepared and subjected to chemical treatment for a duration,... probably for strengthening and enhancing the body, then the circle was used for infusing the bodies with mystical energy, also possibly infusing them with mystically enhanced abilities, then the altar was used to animate the forms with a semblance of life,..."
The mage, despite his protest about making haste moments earlier, seems quite prepared to stay here and study this room for a while. His muttered examinations and conclusions comes to an abrupt halt. He blinks. Twice.
Both he and his familiar's heads turn, very slowly, to look at June.
"Um,... DId you say, that you've only been human, for a few hours?" He asks softly.
I look at Decidio with a raised eyebrow.
Yes, my lord knight?
I look at Decidio with a raised eyebrow.
"Only recently human?"
Nebibit begins to watch Decidio and Iunius out the corner of her eye clearly a lot more weary of them now.
Humans; well, my sister and I have been imprisoned in a realm where time runs much slower; the human race was in its infancy; we have watched you from time to time; but generally your race is....uninteresting, until late. To assist you in your quest, I have adopted this form; I find it comfortable and pleasing; if it does not please you; I can assume another.
I am not sure why suddenly we are getting such stares; its not like I am the only shapechanger here; <haha> as at least four others of you are as well; and if you want to cast cryptic stares <waves a non challant, uncaring hand at Nebibit> the catpeople are selfish at best; among the upper plains there are no cat races as there are say; dog races like Hound Archons; or bird/winged races.
Perhaps we should look instead to the Drow; a most evil race that practices blood sacrifice; it is not I nor my sister who would bring back their bloodthirsty goddess, yet there two of them are; ask them who they worship and revere before you look sideways at my sister or I.
Consider again our rogue Thoronhen; quiet fellow; more than I would think for a member of his guild; do you know his guild; if you did perhaps you would not be so friendly.
so you have a choice; we all are the heroes who responded to help in this quest with all our different skills and powers; it is we who are here; so choose.
<looks directly at Astinos>
so choose; do you want me to be here; to support and help you; or not? Ask youself; would an evil person with foul aims at this group ask you so plainly; if you tell me to go; I shall. Ask yourself well whom you will trust and place your faith in here if not me; who here will you distrust next? Is this that is happening now a great dispay of Good or something else.
<she stands proud and noble, with regal bearing looking directly with a bit of challenge to Astinos>
Et Tu Kenembi; would you have me leave you? <she kneels at your feet and speaks in a choked voice; tears drip on your toes.>
Have I not...helped you... supported you... given you greater cause for victory? Do you not find me pleasing.
<she looks up at you; eyes wet; but still the most amazingly beautiful face of your dreams and focused on you.>
Will you spurn the trust I have shown you by changing shape to please you? would you turn you back on me and tell me to go?
<Locking eyes with Decidio Astinos is obviosly impressed by her fierce posture>
"I appreciate your support, in fact I could easily come to rely upon it. We humans have not had a stellar record of trusting those beyond our capabilitie, a trait that needs to be corrected. In fact as the only pure human here I would openly admit it as a cultural flaw.
I trust you. I trust your knowledge, your actions and your soul. Whatever form your body takes it is your essence that makes you good. I want you here."
Astinos breaks into his warm smile, instantly disarming and inviting.
"And this form most definitely pleases me, but I'm sure you already knew that."
Oh Bother; what garbage from all of you; either continue the fight or get out of the way; I have a dance to attend later.
Thoronhen; if you would please, Llevenoc has found a door that your expertise may be needed.
<turns and walks down the stairs to about 10 ft behind Llevenoc.
to Llevenoc:
[spoiler]
hand talk: if crap hits the fan; we are out of here; stick close; casts a spell on you; get 9 pts of healing back. I will watch up the stairs; you watch the door.
<takes out her mace and a wand; leaves her small sheild on her side>
<breathes a sigh of relief> Thank you sir knight; <she come forward and gives you a very warm hug, then looks into your eyes and says softly> I like a man who stands by his convictions no matter what others say; such strength. I will do my best, always.<moves a little closer, closes her eyes...
"I appreciate your support, in fact I could easily come to rely upon it. We humans have not had a stellar record of trusting those beyond our capabilitie, a trait that needs to be corrected. In fact as the only pure human here I would openly admit it as a cultural flaw.
I trust you. I trust your knowledge, your actions and your soul. Whatever form your body takes it is your essence that makes you good. I want you here."
Astinos breaks into his warm smile, instantly disarming and inviting.
"And this form most definitely pleases me, but I'm sure you already knew that."
"That is all I could ask for" <Taking a moment I rest my forehead against hers and take a deep breath.>
"We should go. ThoronHen, if the lock should prove beyond me let me know. Kosan, if you would act as rear guard we can proceed with a stalwart warrior covering our backs. Let us put questions aside and take the battle to our enemies.
We have a Goddess to save"
to Llevenoc:
Spoiler:
hand talk: if crap hits the fan; we are out of here; stick close; casts a spell on you; get 9 pts of healing back. I will watch up the stairs; you watch the door.<takes out her mace and a wand; leaves her small sheild on her side>
To Jewel in drow sign
[spoiler] Alright. Whats going on?
Kalona is amused the Puck is amused and she is also amused by the male reactions and amused again by the elves lack of patience for others. Unexpectedly she pears into the ether and sees the scary, angry eyes and feels...amused.
All and all an amusing 30 mins or so. Cant wait for the next 23hrs and 30mins of the day. ;p
Yes, I can be a cat person like you if you wish; if you dont find this form pleasing...<she looks at you intently looking deep, deep into your eyes>...<she changes into a cat person of perfect proportions to what you find pleasing in height, color; and figure>; do you like this better?
The young mages' jaw drops so fast that you'd almost swear you heard it bounce off of the floor.
His familiar also reacts, stretching up on her feet and arching her back. But instead of the fierce hissing you would have expected, comes the sound of a surprised 'Meeyowlp!'
I believe it is not our form on the outside that matters; but what is in our hearts; I already feel that your heart and mine beat as one, my dear magi. The only real difference, in some context, between you and I is that when you die and are reborn; your spirit doesnt remember your past lives whereas my sister and I do; we remember the birth of the stars and long forgotten civilizations, hard to seperate facts sometimes. Truly it all blends together; it really takes something exceptional to stand out; but these are exceptional times.
'No wonder,... That explains your knowledge, and lack of it,..." He mutters, obviously warring between shock and fascination,...
Et Tu Kenembi; would you have me leave you? <she kneels at your feet and speaks in a choked voice; tears drip on your toes.>
Have I not...helped you... supported you... given you greater cause for victory? Do you not find me pleasing.<she looks up at you; eyes wet; but still the most amazingly beautiful face of your dreams and focused on you.>
Will you spurn the trust I have shown you by changing shape to please you? would you turn you back on me and tell me to go?
"Wha,.. no,.. of course not!" Kemnebi replies fervently as he reaches down and raises June to her feet.
His familiar turns to snap at him, looking as if she will take a chunk out of his ear, then pauses for a moment as if thinking, and settles back onto his shoulder, watching the interchange intently.
"Obviously I am not one who should be judgmental of how others look. To me an elf or a dwarf look as odd as a human. No offense",... He adds as an afterthought over his shoulder at the group, keeping his eyes locked on June.
"It IS the spirit that matters, and any who think otherwise,... well, they're just wrong." He says softly. "I don't know why you'd choose to accompany me after you have experienced all that you say you have seen. But I DO appreciate all that you have done. And I would have to be a cad, or worse, to spurn your offer of assistance,... and your company." He says with a grin, hoping to see her beautiful furry face light up with that smile,...
"And, you do please me, I mean the form is pleasing, I mean both, or either! Oh,... you know what I mean,..." He mumbles, still staring into her green eyes, his ears twitching in frustration.
His familiar looks over to Nebibit, and rolls her eyes upwards in a decidedly un-feline gesture,...
As to the wand in my earlier fight it shot out a few cone of colds that hurt my friends severely.
The Sword created some sort of black fire around the blade and when you were hit with it it felt as if it sucked your soul and I think it healed the champion who wielded it. It also cut through our armor and defensive magics as if they were cheese cloth. Vampiric I'd say and evil. Also once I could have sworn I saw teeth and fangs appear on the sword as it killed one of my companions. I think it is sentient.
The armor was very hard to hit and the champion had great agility as if it were not heavy armor at all.
Also the champion had an aura about him that I could feel but not make out.
so choose; do you want me to be here; to support and help you; or not? Ask youself; would an evil person with foul aims at this group ask you so plainly; if you tell me to go; I shall. Ask yourself well whom you will trust and place your faith in here if not me; who here will you distrust next? Is this that is happening now a great dispay of Good or something else.<she stands proud and noble, with regal bearing looking directly with a bit of challenge to Astinos>
Truth be told I do not find you physical features much to my liking lass. I would prefer you as a bearded female dwarf with a strong back and a keen eye. But As to your Time in that shell I care not and if you ask I shall stand by your side til the end. I wish for you to stay and aid us. Also lass please stop tellin my secrets they be mine for the tellin or not as I see fit. I also would fancy your sister with a beard if truth be known.
"That is all I could ask for" <Taking a moment I rest my forehead against hers and take a deep breath.>
"We should go. ThoronHen, if the lock should prove beyond me let me know. Kosan, if you would act as rear guard we can proceed with a stalwart warrior covering our backs. Let us put questions aside and take the battle to our enemies.
We have a Goddess to save"
I thought you were the stalwart warrior mighty paladin? I am a Dwarf this is a Tunnel I should be in front. What do you say to this lady Namaste where do I fall in your Ranks.
I get out my blanket and rope and walk over to the sword and Armor. I make sure the sword is in its scabbard and spread out my blanket. I kick the sword and armor onto the blanket tie it up and fasten it onto my backpack so that I could get rid of them later. I can not see making it easy for the enemy to get this gear (even if the armor is damaged). We must go.
Nebibit's suspicion becomes mild annoyance for a moment at Kemnebi's reaction to the entire thing. Everything about the situation seemed off to the young priestess from the way the two 'ladies' were acting to the strange handsignals some members were giving each other now and again. She decided to keep a very close eye on everyone from this moment on.
