...Out loud: Grandmaster Ronin, I know we have already asked for much but can you provide for a couple more requests:
1 - Can you bring this Drow female here so we may speak with her and
2 - Can you possibly aid your follower, Thorenhen, with a device that will enable him to see in the dark. His inability to do this has hampered us in the past and if we can get this rectified then it will only help us in the future.
Yes I do have some difficulty in the regards to seeing in pitch darkness. I have been barrowing these Also even though I have practice enough that, as Llvenoc puts it, I can walk through water and not cause a ripple. I still cant hide when there is no shadows as well as there have been times that walking or crawling are unsuitable methods of travel. These two things would have to be overcome somehow if I am going to get any were close to the second level let alone the area around the goddess. I would also need at least 2 days to scout the area effectively even with a map to get shift changes and guard rotations down as well as the number and types of creatures. I would also be looking for entrances and exits, and routes to use them. I also would be looking for unusual entrances and exits that would not be typically used and the equipment that would be needed to utilize them. I will also need methods of detecting magical wards and protections. More days would be best but until I get down there I dont know what I will find. Then when I get back with the information on what is holding a goddess captive I will need a means to free the goddess from her captivity.
Priest Erkholt; I can help with weaving the treads of rumor and knowledge about many things into the tapestry of knowledge, but to do so; I would have to call upon certain friends and allies. Things are not always as they might seem.
Magus Kenembi; some of my friends have associates that could remove the Doom placed upon this group; but I will tell you straight out; these friends are evil, and dedicated to it; but they are much more polite that say; you all are to each other, but though they are evil; they too hate chaos and evil not their own; their word is good though. Deal with them as you would any devil and you will be ok; be cautious; though they are mostly humans; their culture is unlike any of yours; be polite.
They have true knowledge of the snakes and plans of the snakes; perhaps some insight on the bigger picture; more information of the Green Man and perhaps you can negotiate for some items from them; they have a...creature with them; that is old and has a horde of some sort and he seems to be in a giving mood since they released him from inprisonment; also, about this Doom; the person who put it on you is just a kid; a kid with diefic power, but just a kid; proud, and overtly protective of his sister. So, ask yourselves; how do you get a kid to do what you want and relent? It is doubtful that he knows forgiveness and probably has not heard of it either; but mercy is not unknown; but he cares not for battles of good and evil; not law and chaos for as a child he has not chosen a side; he is on his own side. But it is my belief that with the proper attitude and heartfelt gifts of peace; he will relent for he is not evil; though every wound he takes upon his heart will tend to drive him in that direction.
One last thing; various of you know other individuals as I do; Lord Balfic or High Priest Baelinor could answer many question; as could Archmage Fystor or the Emperor or many many others. But knowledge is power thus a brokerable item depending upon quality. Treat it so; some might kill you for...
I say let them come as long as you say they will abide by an oath of similar ends that entails none aggression on both sides.
I would also need at least 2 days to scout the area effectively even with a map to get shift changes and guard rotations down as well as the number and types of creatures.
We only had three days to rescue the Godess. The first day is already almost behind us. We can't give you two days.
We only had three days to rescue the Godess. The first day is already almost behind us. We can't give you two days.
Well that will put a crimp in the process. What that means is that I will have to move quickly probably need to start soon. So lets have the gusts arrive so I can get some rest.
Kemnebi. I believe your Ward is escaping.
"Evil and good. Each needs to the other to exist. Both serve a place of value and necessity in the grand scheme of things. I have dealt with evil before, as most of you already know. I am an abider of Law, and Good is what I am, but unlike dear Astinos, it is not my cause, it is merely my being. I champion love, life and freedom, and those values cross all lines and all demeanors. If your friends can help, Lady Jewel, then bring them."
To Ronin: "You say magic is viewed as a weapon in the games. Do the judges distinguish between the arcane, the divine and the psychic?"
Ronin: There is no dis stinktion; magic is magic; but then; it is only breaking the rules if you get caught; everyone breaks the rules but the refs cannot see everything; get caught and be imprisoned or destroyed. Up to you.
Just to reinerate; I seal is strongly rumored to be in the trophy; dont come crying to me if it aint so.
ok; so am I to understand that the meeting is a go? who is the leader here, is this a go?
Assuming it is; Goddaughter; contact your friends and I will arbitrate.
Look you guys; dont be rattling your swords at these guys; I have fought with both groups and they are way tuffer than you guys, better equipted and more experienced. Do what you must; but beware. Also, you best come up with some way to appease that kid for attacking his sister or that Doom is not going to get lifted; I will begin my contacts; but you best think about that; I can only be so influential; their leader and I get along really well, but that kid has an attitude so dont get uppitty; you already saw that their are at least three of them and we dont want to draw a lot of that kind of attention down here and it wouldnt do to go rescue this so called Earth Goddess and turn around and have one of these fledgeling gods captured to take her place; that is if you want to see many more sunrises; personally; they make me ill and a bit dizzy; but I too believe in the natural order of things.
Lorm through the link with the Imperial Crystal around Emperor's Sebastions head; contact unless you block it.
Lorm, We have need of consul; as you are the Imperial Emmissary to the Four Horsemen; One of the Four requires the presence of certain members who are located on the Southern Continent; you know who I mean <she sends pictures of faces> The Southern Lords; a parlay is set up; please deliver them to my presence; they may contact me through the Orb if they have become citezens; otherwise you will have to give them assurances or bonk them on the heads; but please get them here ASAP for Parlay; Gentilemanly truce will abide between groups for the duration until you return them.
She moves to the end of the table opposite Ronin and most of the party; the table still has about 10 chairs empty; big table; this is a large room and there is pleanty of space available.
Kemnebi looks solemn, and a little concerned, as the Jewel speaks. But he nods thoughtfully at her words in mute thanks. If the furred wrinkles on his forehead are any indication, he is weighing her words carefully. So engrossed is he in his thought process, that he totally misses the kitten's escape and run down the table to grab a bite.
"To be honest, they make me,... nervous. I don't know if that makes me a coward, or just extremely intelligent. But if you think they have information we need, and if they can help us sneak in to rescue the goddess unmolested, then I agree." He says softly, but firmly. A few moments later he adds,
"Excuse me Lady Jewel, but how exactly am I supposed to placate a child if he is too powerful to punish or bribe? As far as I can tell, he placed the doom upon us simply for looking like Lorm! There's not a whole lot I can do about that! What is it he thinks I can do? Redress all of Lorms sins?" He asks almost plaintively.
At Llivenoc's words about escaping he looks up blankly, as if that is exactly what he was thinking about. Then sees the kitten as it jumps from the table with it's captured food and runs for the door.
"Hey,... HEY!" He cries as he realizes what he is seeing. Without a second thought, the furry caster leaps from his chair, almost managing to dislodge his familiar in the process. She hangs on with a quick grab and a yowl of protest at the rude treatment. Ignoring her protests, he dashes for the door, looking like a kitten himself as he scrambles in haste to catch up to his tiny charge. (A man-sized, robed kitten, but still,...)
"Aw, come on!" He cries as he skids to a stop in the doorway, looking quickly both directions trying to spot the tiny runaway.
"I told you, I don't need any help getting in trouble! I can do that all by myself! Come back here! I told her I'd keep you safe!" He cries as he spots the kitten and takes off after it,...
Nebibit watches Kemnebi's sudden dash after the kitten Shacking her head in both amusement and mild exasperation she gets up from her chair and follows.
[kenembi; your take on events as mentioned about the Doom is perfectly fine, it is impossible to know the true motive, well, without me just telling you which would ruin the intrigue, but yours is just a good a guess as anyone's.]
[outloud]
"Well, isnt that a piece of work; cant placitate a child and cant keep a kitten."
to the party in mindlink:
"I am not an expert; but I dont think kids are that complex, there are lots of ways to get someone to do what you wish besides threats and punishment. As for bribes; there are all kinds of bribes though good guys usually call them "negotiations that come to a mutual understanding" Look; everyone has needs; find this kid's need and pump some effort into it, get the Doom removed. Try the usuals; love and sex, pleasure, power, service, trade. As for threats; well; you need a diety to threaten one of them usually; you cats in tight with any diety willing to step to the plate for you?
As for Lorm; well, the mad chaos god who had Decidio imprisoned is the one who changed Lorm from a human to a Catperson and not by his choice, so it not his fault; he has pleanty of fault, but I suggest you give him a break on that one and considering that he is also a powerful mage; not wise to irratate a mage who can lay more curses on you."
[outloud]
"Time to start getting ready for my party"
[The Jewel spins and magic swirls around her; her hair and clothes begin to change; her hair is set with a 5 pointed delicate crown and both it and her hair are adorned with many expensive trinkets. Her volumnous white hair towers in a pinnacle over her head while little curls dangle down by hear bejeweled ears; her clothes turn to gem studden black velvet and her gloves are grey silk with intricate gold stitching. Though her high topped boots can barely be seen; they are the color and brightness of ruby; little sparkly motes of light and dark swirl around her; she really does look like the Jewel of an empire now. She pulls out a delicate ivory wand from her tiny purse.]
the kitten seems to wait for Kenembi at each corner of the house, one it knows it is being followed; it runs to the next corner; sometimes it steps into a shadow only to appear somewhere else.
Adventually it runs out of the house; down the path and jumps the fence and goes into the street.
How far do you follow Kenembi? Nebibit?
Those back at the mansion, you probably should come up with a game plan of thing you want to discuss with this other group.
Namaste
part of this is for your background; recall that when you were on the southern continent on your way here; you felt a great pychic force drawing you to something. At the time you had dreams of a great carved and sculpted lady holding a jewel; it was the jewel that made your mind swim and all barriers fail. It gave a lot of pychic chatter of background mumbles even though you knew it to be some thousand miles inland.
Kalona listens in on the conversation. Utterly amazed at the rationalizations in use.
I would be most curious to meet with these beings protected by an 'old' power and having a flegling one around. Fledging powers are a must see whenever they happen to be around. Something of a tourist attraction as it were and an 'old' power, I wonder who it is. Ah my curiosity is bursting, what a wonderful find.
It is quite easy to tell Kalona is all excited about the upcoming meetings. Through the mindlink she is literally radianting excitement and curiosity. Not really trying to hold back at all.
After a moment though, her composure returns and in a more serious tone;
By the way, you might want to stop a minute and consider that 'good' and 'evil' are not moral concepts born of mortal races. They are powers unto their own right, perhaps even above those. There exists no good in an evil power nor evil in a good power; they are a force, an existance far beyond mortality. Most definately good can and does exist without evil and the reverse is also true. The same can be said for the stuff of law and chaos. Even standing within the presence of a mere fraction of a power's power for even a moment has a profound influence on an unprotected mortal. So be careful in your rationalizations of such things, do not think your beliefs shelter you nor explain such things existance. They are far, far beyond that and to those who are not wary, extremely dangerous to ones body, mind and soul or spirit as the case may be. Open the door through a apparently unimportant rationalization and you may never be able to shut it again and in some cases it might even tear that door assunder along with the wall it was attached too.
A moment of glancing at those in view, then she returns to her more excited state, occassionally talking to a skeleton as one might discuss things with themselves in front of a mirror. One might get the impression of a girl thinking out loud of what to wear to her first dance party.
Perhaps we can have some time to wash, and change into more formal clothing? As it stands just our appearance alone will give us a disadvantage at the negotiation table. We do want to be on equal footing. Not to mention two of our members are running around the house chasing after a kitten. I believe its in there interest to be at the "party".
Kemnebi follows the kitten from corner to corner, laughing as he almost catches it the first time, his smile getting smaller and smaller as the chase continues. HE slides to a step at the front door, panting slightly and frowning at the kitten's inexplicable escape expertise.
"Fer the luv of Bast, where are you going?!" He cries exasperatedly after the fleeing kitten.
"Wait. Where ARE you going? You know don't you?" He asks it with a puzzled look. Kemnebi glances at Nebibit who has pulled up beside him. "I think the kitten may actually have a plan here. It wants to be followed." He tells his friend, ignoring or missing her dubious look. He concentrates for a moment and sends through the mindlink.
'My little friend has left the house. It wants me to follow it. Let me know when the meeting is about to take place. I'll be right back as soon as I can.' He says mentally, his thoughts filled with curiosity.
Kemnebi leans forward and tells the kitten, "Alright little friend, lead on. But try not to get your self stepped on, ok?" HE says with a smile, then stands up and looks at both Hathor and Nebibit. "You two coming?" He asks cheerfully. Hathor gives him a 'Do I have a Choice?!?' look before hanging on again as the mage takes off after the kitten without waiting for a reply. He takes a more leisurely pace now that he knows the kitten wants to be followed, and he wants to make sure he can find his way back!
Kenembi
with your great intellect; it comes to you as an epiphany that this event if again another challenge to you; what is important. As the kitten leads on, obviously to Iunius who is the kitten's master and who is also in the mindlink and who is also tied to her sister; it is obvious that she picked this time as a choice for you. Will you follow the kitten to Iunius for the reward of companionship yet risking all traveling the streets with the Doom calling all to challenge you; or will you return, alone, to confront the godling who cast the Doom upon you and ask for its removal? Will you also endanger your friend Nebebit who follows behind you supporting your choice? Thus is the question paramount; the same for which June left you in the first place; how important is she to you; what is she to you; is she first or is she dross painted in the landscape. Thus you are strongly reminded of her scent; little glimpses of her this way and that and the power you weilded in your spells though showing devotion.
what will you choose; the world trembles at your answer
hehe
{M.L}Where forth do our companions go? we know not when the others will arrive; but thus do we look weak with our numbers lessened; not good to present ourselves thus to those of dubious standing; we must show strength for strength. Lorm Dragonheart could appear at any moment; Teleport Mass is instantaneous. And again; without the respondents hear to directly appeal for the removal of the Doom; how art they to gain reprieve?
We must be presentable; as if unconcerned that we who serve good stand among such evil; for thier corruption we have but little concern. Kalona, you are wise, perhaps you are truely a spirit guide for the youth of mortals, your view of good and evil mirrors my own and seems to be that which is; though all may be naught but that of a dream of some more powerful agent.
Sir Astinos, I seek your permission to lay hands upon your person; to address your condition that you be presentable as a shining example of your piety. Doth thou grant unto me this permission?
outloud in Drow; with commanding tone:
"Noble Llvenoc; attend the Jewel of the Drow People, the Sinderallian, and take the place of my Warden of the Left; my left and rear shall be in your hands to ward against all threat, thus honor is bestowed upon you and your family as in your hands am I protect from direct and unseen threat. It is my expectation that your position will be only ceremonial; but times and people are uncertain."
in drow hand talk in most high and noble form.
He who comes is declared as my Suitor yet to prove his worthyness, he and his attached are more than they appear; it is said his father, Duke Arioch, is some 4000 years old and still breathing with sound mind and fitness.
The kitten and Kenembi run down the hall across the lawn, and out into the street; you hear the dull clamor of the drums of Doom seeking for a challenge.
What do you do? he seems a bit dazed.
Nebibit watches Kemnebi's sudden dash after the kitten Shacking her head in both amusement and mild exasperation she gets up from her chair and follows.
{M.L}Where forth do our companions go? we know not when the others will arrive; but thus do we look weak with our numbers lessened; not good to present ourselves thus to those of dubious standing; we must show strength for strength. Lorm Dragonheart could appear at any moment; Teleport Mass is instantaneous. And again; without the respondents hear to directly appeal for the removal of the Doom; how art they to gain reprieve?
We must be presentable; as if unconcerned that we who serve good stand among such evil; for thier corruption we have but little concern. Kalona, you are wise, perhaps you are truely a spirit guide for the youth of mortals, your view of good and evil mirrors my own and seems to be that which is; though all may be naught but that of a dream of some more powerful agent.
Sir Astinos, I seek your permission to lay hands upon your person; to address your condition that you be presentable as a shining example of your piety. Doth thou grant unto me this permission?
"Gladly my Lady"
outloud in Drow; with commanding tone:
** spoiler omitted **in drow hand talk in most high and noble form.
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You both realize you are both running through an evil undead city with The Doom of the Gods upon you chasing after a kitten right?
I have been content to sit quietly while the others discuss their moral stance and their take on the things to come. Once my piece was said, there wasn't much I could constructively add to the conversation.
However, now that things were starting to move forwards I asked allowed, not sure who had the knowledge or inclination to answer the question.
[out loud]"Would these folk be objectional to such as me self havin' a few enchantments upon meself. Fer instance, I can use a protective charm provided by me god that protects me from those of an evil nature from invading me mind. "
"The other thing to remember when trying to show strength to those as don't know you is to play up the fact they dinnae know you"
"Be confident, be relaxed and do not respond to casual insults. That will do as well as anythin' to show strength."
"Now, to the question at hand, who 'tis to be talkin' ter these follk when they arrive, adn what questiosn we need ter be askin em?"
I think we should pick one person to speak for us to avoid confusion, and to show we stand together.
The kitten and Kenembi run down the hall across the lawn, and out into the street; you hear the dull clamor of the drums of Doom seeking for a challenge.
What do you do? he seems a bit dazed.
Nebibit watches Kemnebi's sudden dash after the kitten Shacking her head in both amusement and mild exasperation she gets up from her chair and follows.
Nebibit continues to follow Kemnebi. Whilst at the same time trying to keep an eye out for trouble.
You both realize you are both running through an evil undead city with The Doom of the Gods upon you chasing after a kitten right?
Kemnebi, following the kitten with an almost feral gleam of happiness in his eye, stumbles as the dark elf's voice enters his head.
'Well,... Yeah. It sounds bad when you put it like THAT!' He mentally responds, but frowns and looks over his shoulder at Nebibit.
"He's right you know. Out of all my brilliant ideas,... this probably isn't one of them. Why don't you go back? You don't have to be here, but,... this is something I have to do. And I'd feel better knowing that you were safe." He says seriously, concern in his eyes.
Then Kemnebi bares his teeth in a feline smirk. "Besides, if I DO get jumped by Gargoyles, or worse,... Not that I can imagine much worse than a flock of freakin' Gargoyles, I'll need you to put me back together again!" He says with a laugh.
But the laugh is forced, and the mage is obviously worried about his friend. Nebibit can see it in his eyes. HE knows this is going to be dangerous, and he does want her to stay safe. But he is going to continue,... HE is determined. Nebibit has seen that look before.
You both realize you are both running through an evil undead city with The Doom of the Gods upon you chasing after a kitten right?
I look up from my meal and notice that both cat folk are gone and see that no one care but Llevonic who brought it to my attention. All are still bantering words about how this view is better then that and figure that the cat folk are heading towards a fight with bigger, stronger and possibly uglier creatures then any we have ever encountered.
So with an evil smile on my face and a happy gleam in me eye: I get up from the table, disgusted that nobody cares about the cat folk, grab my Helm, Axe/Hammer, and Shield.
I say Outloud: Namaster has my vote to speak for us.
In the Mind Link: KENEBI, NEBIT WHAT IN THE WORLD DO YE THINK YE ARE DOING. Going out into an undead metropolis with a curse upon ye which will certainly stir up a hornets nest of trouble with vicious foes coming out from their hiding places. You having to fight for Ye very lives and you did not have the courtesy to ask if I wanted to go with ye. Blasted kittens where are you I will be at the front door in a minute then tell me in the mind link where you are so that I can be by your side.
I run out of the room and go to the front door and await instructions on where they are and Look up and see if there is signs of trouble. A flock of gargoyles, ghosts, etc.
Kemnebi, following the kitten with an almost feral gleam of happiness in his eye, stumbles as the dark elf's voice enters his head.
'Well,... Yeah. It sounds bad when you put it like THAT!' He mentally responds, but frowns and looks over his shoulder at Nebibit.
"He's right you know. Out of all my brilliant ideas,... this probably isn't one of them. Why don't you go back? You don't have to be here, but,... this is something I have to do. And I'd feel better knowing that you were safe." He says seriously, concern in his eyes.
Then Kemnebi bares his teeth in a feline smirk. "Besides, if I DO get jumped by Gargoyles, or worse,... Not that I can imagine much worse than a flock of freakin' Gargoyles, I'll need you to put me back together again!" He says with a laugh.
But the laugh is forced, and the mage is obviously worried about his friend. Nebibit can see it in his eyes. HE knows this is going to be dangerous, and he does want her to stay safe. But he is going to continue,... HE is determined. Nebibit has seen that look before.
"And how am I supposed to put you back together if they don't leave anything to put you back together with? You say you have to do this well keeping you safe is something that I have to do." Nebibit grins a little "Besides after all the crazy things I've seen and done on this trip I doubt one more act of insanity will make much of a diffrence."
"This is ridiculous"
Kemnebi, following the kitten with an almost feral gleam of happiness in his eye, stumbles as the dark elf's voice enters his head.
'Well,... Yeah. It sounds bad when you put it like THAT!'
Nebebit in the Mindlink
Kosan in the Mindlink
Kemnebi in the Mindlink
I reccommend Astinos speaks for us. I know Namaste is a good diplomat, but we need to negotiate from a position of strength. We are fractured. A strong personality is needed to keep there attention. Or all of this will be for naught.
"And how am I supposed to put you back together if they don't leave anything to put you back together with? You say you have to do this well keeping you safe is something that I have to do." Nebibit grins a little "Besides after all the crazy things I've seen and done on this trip I doubt one more act of insanity will make much of a diffrence."
Kemnebi grins in reply, obviously relieved. Not trusting his voice, he nods agreement as he notices both his and Nebibit's bony shadows.
"Well, at least we've got these to hide behind if something does decide to pick a fight. Not that there's much to hide behind,..." He murmurs wryly, still a little concerned about the bony protector following him.
'My apologies Master Kosan,' Kemnebi replies after the dwarfs mental bellow echoes through the feline's heads. 'It was not my intention to insult you. If your looking for a possible fight, or even just exercise, you are most welcome to join us.' He replies with a shrug to Nebibit. 'We are just outside the house, heading up the street.'
"I didn't mean to start a,.. whatever." He whispers to Nebibit in Feline.
"But I promised I'd keep the kitten safe, but the way things are going, the kitten;s going to end up protecting ME!" He mutters wryly.
"Lead on fuzzy!" He tells the kitten once more. "Before we end up leading an entire parade!"
"This is ridiculous."
"I accept. We should complete any preparations as soon as possible. Decidio my dear, I welcome your expertise."
Well we should ask questions regarding what we think these other guys know. The artifact thats being unearthed in the south, The Star of Corruption, and what the Snakemen are doing. If they have heard of this Aethliss. Can we borrow there gift of non-detection. How many of us will it cover? What it will cost us?
We also have to think about what we have, and are willing to trade. What information do we think they will desire?
What do you all think?
Nebebit in the Mindlink
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Llvenoc in the mindlink
For your information I am not fawning over him but I promised to look out for him and that's what I'm going to do.
Nebebit in the Mindlink
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Llvenoc in the mindlink
I slam my hammer into the floor.
In the Mind link: Blasted pointy eared dark elf I hate when ye make sense. I need to fulfill me oath to the Deep rock clan. Blasted fur faced kitten people. Fine Kemnebi, Nebbit ye be on your own. Keep me informed of where ye be and of your situation and I will come to you as soon as possible. Besides If Astinios is ta be our mouth piece then here will probably be the bigger fight. You should never send a boy to do a dwarfs work. Don't worry boy if ye drop the ball in our negations I will get us out of what ever hole you may dig. After all Dwarfs are known far and wide for the diplomatic demeanor, affluent attitude and negotiation prowess.
In the mind link: so what other questions should we ask???
I slam my hammer into the floor.
In the Mind link: Blasted pointy eared dark elf I hate when ye make sense. I need to fulfill me oath to the Deep rock clan. Blasted fur faced kitten people. Fine Kemnebi, Nebbit ye be on your own. Keep me informed of where ye be and of your situation and I will come to you as soon as possible. Besides If Astinios is ta be our mouth piece then here will probably be the bigger fight. You should never send a boy to do a dwarfs work. Don't worry boy if ye drop the ball in our negations I will get us out of what ever hole you may dig. After all Dwarfs are known far and wide for the diplomatic demeanor, affluent attitude and negotiation prowess.
In the mind link: so what other questions should we ask???
I slam my hammer into the floor.
In the Mind link: Blasted pointy eared dark elf I hate when ye make sense. I need to fulfill me oath to the Deep rock clan. Blasted fur faced kitten people. Fine Kemnebi, Nebbit ye be on your own. Keep me informed of where ye be and of your situation and I will come to you as soon as possible. Besides If Astinios is ta be our mouth piece then here will probably be the bigger fight. You should never send a boy to do a dwarfs work. Don't worry boy if ye drop the ball in our negations I will get us out of what ever hole you may dig. After all Dwarfs are known far and wide for the diplomatic demeanor, affluent attitude and negotiation prowess.
In the mind link: so what other questions should we ask???
So Jewel, do we have time to get spiffyed up or are our guests imminent.
Kemnebi can't seem to look relieved, or frightened, at Kosan's mental pronouncement. But he smiles at Nebibit as he replies mentally.
'Understood master dwarf. And thank you. We'll be back as soon as possible. Sooner, if I find the right spell,...' He replies through the link, then frowns as he notices an odd look on Nebibit's face.
"Are you alright? Don't worry, we'll be fine. Say, I remember this joke I heard during the original caravan I took from Egypt. 'So, three cats walk into a bar,...' He smiles at Nebibit's reaction, and the kitten, who is waiting for them both at the corner. the tiny feline face is hard to read, but KEmnebi muses idly that it's either 'Hah hah you can't catch me!', or else, 'Will you PLEASE hurry up already!' Or possibly a combination of both. It's been a while since Hathor was a kitten, and he's out of practice.
Kemnebi lengthens his stride towards the kitten, although he does peek around the corner first before he rounds it. Excitement or not, the encounter with the gargoyles is still fresh in his mind.
"Lead on little one, we're right behind you." HE murmurs, glancing once more at Nebibit either for or to give comfort.
[wow, lot of posts; got me rolling on the floor hehe, nice interaction btw.]
ok; the kitten ensures it is being followed and seems to be heading for a large oval building; lot of foot traffic and chariots and undead steeds outside this builing [think of something like the Roman colluseum, but half again as large.
those who look notice quite a few stairs by people on the street; some cheering some point and laugh; some ignore the kitten; followed by a cat man; followed by another cat person; then a skeleton; then another skeleton; (the skeletons lag behind as they dont have as many actions and cannot increase their speed} each being about 30 ft apart.
"As you wish my Lord"
<moves very close to Atinos; her eyes get soft and a bit glazed; she begins to touch and carress Astinos; running her fingers through his hair. As she does; all that she touches becomes clean and shiny; refreshed as if new; a slight wind blows which spreads his cloak out behind him and has his hair do the Fabio thing. She gives you a slight barely touching kiss on the lips unless you back away.
[Astinos; you are refreshed and reinvigored; all pains and feeling of any suffering just gone; you wounds if any still exist; you just dont feel them.]
"I hope you are pleased"
Casts a spell very much like a glamour; Llvenoc and Thoronhen become royally dressed, clean and perfumed. This is alteration for those who can see it with some illusion.
[you guys can resist though I doubt you choose to.
We are just waiting on Lorm to Bring the other party to meet you; keep in mind that they are real players and the GM doesnt controll them other than their NPC's. They are just making a cameo so you guys get a feel of the world and can trade info.]
Well; our number is much less; that is not good; hopefully those who foolishly ran off will return post haste; Lorm will arrive any moment and appearances are everything; those coming are all princes and nobles of very old houses; they will be critical of looks; it is good we are in this mansion; will be like a summer cottage to them.
DOOM DOOM; gm bungles the roll; sigh; nothing comes
yet
"As you wish my Lord"
<moves very close to Atinos; her eyes get soft and a bit glazed; she begins to touch and carress Astinos; running her fingers through his hair. As she does; all that she touches becomes clean and shiny; refreshed as if new; a slight wind blows which spreads his cloak out behind him and has his hair do the Fabio thing. She gives you a slight barely touching kiss on the lips unless you back away.[Astinos; you are refreshed and reinvigored; all pains and feeling of any suffering just gone; you wounds if any still exist; you just dont feel them.]
"I hope you are pleased"
"Beyond measure my Lady, I welcome your delecate yet skillful touch."
Astinos flashes her a smile that impacts like a canyon sunrise, standing straighter, an almost palpable warmth radiating from the noble warrior.