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Well... I do feel honored but such a sudden decision for me to be made as a spokesman for our group... hm, well I hope I can do right things for all of us. However, I do wish to hear your opinions also in the future regarding all the talking no matter what. I might be older and little bit more world seen man but certainly not the wisest, hehe. Arwen thoughts for a while to others but in the end agrees

And about the leaving the town I agree. I am maybe a bit too eager to trust people but I don´t want to think bad about anyone. Considering our safety first you are right... it is better to maybe avoid too much attention and keep safe distance for now

Arwen calmly watches calmly as the guards are recovering and getting up I trust on my faith and ability to judge people but in the end only Gods know what will happen. Shelyn will guide us through this safely

Turning to Garan I hope you are able to report back to us in 2 days about ongoing activities and situation. If William is coming back then I would like for you to inform as soon as possible by any means. I will be asking Shelyn guidance in these important times

Later when the guards have left and they are alone I believe that Garan is trustworthy person. We should begin to plan out our next move which I believe is either to find out about William and how to best advance in here to further our cause

Examining the guards they were fighting against and then sighing for significance of wounds Arwen concentrates for a moment and reaches to air.

The burning air is forming around his hands and touching 2 of the fallen guards Casting Cure Light Wounds 1d8 + 1 ⇒ (7) + 1 = 8 & 1d8 + 1 ⇒ (7) + 1 = 8

For the rest of the guards Arwen goes try to apply his healing skills 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (14) + 8 = 22

Hm... I would say the best plan might be this moment to gather all the guards who are not corrupt under our purpose. When this is ready we need to start to look for those in higher ranks.

Arwen keeps going as plans form in his head We need someone with influence over the people, someone who knows what he or she is doing and not blindly following others but able to listen to others.

Pausing for a moment as Arwen collects his thoughts Time is essential. We have to be ready quite fast but I believe this will take anyway 2 to 3 days with everything. Now that William is not here we can use that in our advantage. Hopefully he is not coming back soon so I suggest this as a just fast basic concept: gather those loyal to people, get rid of corrupt officials within the city and Cedric, when William is coming back act like normal and lead him to ambush and catch him. William also will be judged like anyone else but this time only in front of the town people. Thinking it more like public court since this might also bring more "feeling of order" and security that everyone might be able to participate and able to determine their fate.

Stopping for a moment as considering what he had just said the last part about court and stuff we can think out for later if even applicable here. But what I have heard from you Hob as Arwen turns to look at Hob and have pondering gaze Johan sounds like perfect. He might not want it but he is what these people needs. Someone earnest, hard working, logical and calm, someone who think before acts and take other people in consideration. This might bring change here we need and also thrive this town to successful blooming.

Hm.. I... am not sure about that but for sure it has to be really powerful magic if the person has been resurrected. I have no idea where he might have gained that kind of power or so much gold to be able to afford that

KN:religion [any possible candidates or people I might know with such a powerful magic] 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (15) + 7 = 22

KN:local [same but in this area or closer] 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (8) + 7 = 15

Smiling at the guard and assuring with gently tone Indeed, we wish for nothing else than freedom for all of us and to end this slavery... and tyranny for all. At least this part of world will achieve its peace thanks to vigilance like yours and others my dear man

Shelyn smiles to you. Believe in her, since she loves us as her own children. She will not let you be separated from your loved ones. She will answer to your prayers when you feel alone... Believe my dear man that there will be a better tomorrow for all of us

Arwen silently listen to this and try to goes different scenarios through I understand what you are implying. We would like to have our way to Lord Cedric and rip him off from that share and judge him for his crimes. We are not going to cause any other harm here but we would like to hope also your cooperation here. The support of town and its guards will surely have weight on this when there is no one doubting the mission we are doing.

Pausing for a moment Slavery is not a sign of good human being or ideal concept. Bribes are never to be allowed. Who is going to believe each other with bribes, where is the trust? where is the loyalty? what will happen when there is no laws or court to uphold? You are as much to blame for these for not doing your job! No matter what those are still things and ideals you and others should be protecting! What could have stopped you from doing your job or is there more powerful people protecting him? Even if his Lord he is not above the law. The Gods judge everyone and in the end no one escape Pharasma´s final judgement

Arwen standing up and yelling to guards to lower or drop their weapons, not wanting to kill more than required. Who knew if these people were threatened to serve under the Cedric

Diplomacy 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (17) + 6 = 23
Intimidate 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (17) + 2 = 19
Initiative 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (5) + 1 = 6

Please, drop your weapons! We do not want to harm you for the love of Shelyn! We are here to help you to get rid of Cedric power. I have no idea how he is threatening you but we are willing to help you to stop that. Just drop your weapons and avert your eyes to somewhere else. I promise in my honor and name, in the name of my Goddess that you will not have to fear anymore for your lives

exhaling fast and continuing but were you to resist us now, we will cut you down and send you to the hell to Asmodeus for your sins and deeds for serving a lord who is not worth of it. You will die because of your own fears and being coward to resist him

Arwen agrees completely

Well, it seems like we should confess this Cedric to surrender but if he is not going to... huoh, unfortunately then but for greater good we will have to remove him

hmm.. that sounds good as I see and that fits quite nicely your character. I am thinking to keep with cleric to offer healing for us and improve those dice rolls for the future. So far I have been quite fortunate to not waste the usages than once

I hope all the best for you Johan. May Shelyn protect your steps and guide you.

As Johan leaves Arwen turns to others All men deserve a chance to change their way but I guess this Cedric is not one of those men. However, I would still like to speak with him during our confrontation to ensure that I am doing right thing. I will help you anyway in all possible ways I can offer to you

the current experience for us is at this moment 1070-> 230 more to reach lvl 2

So far I am enjoying this quite a lot myself :) There has been enough everything so far expect exploration but will be fine so far. We are low level in and in game-terms : still noobs and going around our regions so will be fine.

I would like to pick up speed a bit more but that is us players and not the gm :) Just waiting to see what should I write or keep up. Trying as well get on the mind of Arwen with this "Love everyone" or might still change it more into something else in time. Trying to pick up my own posting speed here.

The haircut style eh... hm, would have to (myself) lol. I would say Hob due to that wild wizard style

Yah, I would say we go first to church :) Humble servant of goddess in the end.

Agreeing with Masao Yes, and we could use some time before meeting with others in the church. Churches are at least a sanctuaries and those fools who attack them will feel the wrath of its patron. It will also serve as source of information about ongoings in the town and might as well grab some tools to help us

Sounds as good plan as anything else. If thats it we might get going as on and meet in the town and there push forward

Well, what ever is fine with you. I will be supporting and praying that everything might goes well... and those people would finally accept the love of other human beings altough it seems sights at this point impossible but I can only pray and hope for the best Arwen says as he tilts his head and look at the horizon

Well, I guess wandering cleric can always get inside and thinking if you guys would act as a bodyguards? heh

Well, I would also think that it is not so uncommon for priests to travel unprotected due to more of the lifestyle. Not so used to fighting, traveling on the outside of the city far away from the comfortable bed and other needs. You could be my bodyguards in that sense? Arwen thinks for the whole group getting inside

Agreed. Haste is our friend now. Sooner the better Arwen nods in agreement

moving onward I say with our new "mobility" forces

Looking at the horses and slowly tampering them and patting their heads These horses has suffered a lot... I will rather let them rest and take with us. They would make great package carriers and that would not but so much stress on them

Hopefully you are not feeling betrayed Hob. Just for the sake of convenience to ease our trip. We can keep these animals further away from you?

I agree. If you may, I could use some of the arrows and bow. Not really all that... flashing my abilities and it feels a bit wrong Arwin worries Kind of unfair against them plus it is easier to heal physical wounds than someone who has been charred to death

Seeing the bandit escaping Arwen moves closer to reach the range for the spell I will try to stop him! Little bit shock therapy for this situation

Ranged touch: Lightning Arc1d20 + 1 ⇒ (10) + 1 = 11 Damage 1d6 ⇒ 6

There might be more than just those 2... I will go after Samanth to make sure that he will not be alone and moves after him

double movement, 60 ft directly to east

mhm, there is always a minimum of 1 damage if he doesn´t have DR but.. can´t be sure.
HP:5/9

The arrow hitting quite hard at leg Arwen clearly almost fall down. Praying his goddess Arwen reaches to the air and releases burst of warm air around him affecting everyone [exlude bandits] with sudden pewr of healing Postive channeling1d6 ⇒ 4 EDIT: HP:9/9

Perception 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (2) + 4 = 6
Initiative 1d20 + 1 ⇒ (2) + 1 = 3

Perplexing little bit and unsure if he heard it correctly Arwen moves slowly back to others looking normal but whispers to Hob and Samanth I think I heard some nice just a moment ago. Horse snorting several yards, down that treeline where I just came from. I am not sure are we being watched but... I will inform Masao and will circle with him to that place

Moving closer to Masao and stratching his beard, Arwen whispers to Masao and repeats same as to Hob and Samanth Not sure what is going on but lets go find out

Moving around nearby the area and watching carefully for anything that might appears although by each passing minute Arwen start to be more leisure than in guard

perception1d20 + 4 ⇒ (17) + 4 = 21

Arwen looks around and especially after Masao. Do you think we should take a look around? I suppose as he looks at Hob and Samanth that while Hob and Samanth try to clear the road with help of magic, we should see little bit around to ensure no one is getting on us

Hm.... I don´t know but the cutting here looks like it has been done intentionally. Why is that as Arwen wonders with puzzled look

I guess we should be prepare for something. I have no idea about this region or on goings but if slave traders are moving freely here... then what about bandits

Perception 1d20 + 4 ⇒ (15) + 4 = 19
KN: local 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (14) + 7 = 21

I guess Arwen won´t need anything due to church providing those for teh priests... at least thats what I think. Might be wrong but would like to save those golds for later. Saving more to buy good stuff :)

:D Well, he have had it his share of outside camping and it wont be so bad with other people. The old man have to get used to it hey? Not all adventures are in the city :P

Following behind the younger ones, Arwen didn´t particularly try to compete or keep up so fast with them. Fully aware of the speed and haste they were making he rather enjoyed this. Sleeping outside was ok but ... with age you started to appreciate some comfortable things in your life Haah, we can keep going and sleep outside although food is the only problem here. I don´t miind sleeping outside. I have done it plenty of time when i was younger... and believe me, you will hear me plenty of times and more what I have done.. although its not so far in the past yet. Do not mind me

figured out that little bit rumbling and confusing speak from Arwen considering also his age would be a... interesting :D Honestly, did someone understand something from that wall of text? Was just writing and adding some stuff from my memory what I had long time ago in philosophy lessons

Well... who I am to judge or to say but I have seen my part. Killing is always wrong and even what we did to Baron was... well not right although we can argue about that Arwen speaks to Hob and everyone else while continuing walking.

Life is like one big thread. We keep following where ever it might lead. Everyone has his own way and is allowed to keep going on it. However sometimes the thread is cut... just like we did now to Baron. We are not certainly judges or have ... authority to do it but heroes are born only by actions. Actions are justified by how? Because the person was evil? It was not right what would have followed in long run? Killing... might be, note the MIGHT be, justified if the good or evil, is good or lesser depending compared to what will be if not done anything.

Looking at Hob I am sure that what you did was right at that moment and even if it was not right... it was accepted in your way of thinking but more importantly, by the greater good it will cause after that and in long run rather than was it bad or good. Only our humanity and acts defines what we truly are.

Hm... now it gets tricky. Although there was no mention at all about us coming in the letter I would still assume that we will make haste. We will buy any necessary items we have to and keep going. I do feel a bit comfortable when I know that they will have less time to prepare against anything... just to be sure as Arwen shrugs

while others are leaving from the room, Arwen finishes with the praying to the baron and exits to the town. Walking to temple of Shelyn and finding the high priest/ess and explain them the situation fast of ongoing events and wishing for their church to take care of baron body.

Finishing his stuff (and hoping that the other priests wont stop him Arwen hurries and gets his backpack and other small mundane items) and leaves. Coming to the city gate and stepping out Arwen sees other party members already waiting for him. Waving hand and smiling at them Well my lads, I guess its time again to hit road at least for this old man. Time to do what we can best... stop the inhumanity here

Well, since baron is not directly connected with any religion I will give my fast prayers here to him and can be off. I will just give a word in temple then and be off with Samanth. We could meet outside the town nearby the road? Arwen suggest and then turns to baron beginning to chant proper prayers for the dead and blessing his body.

For a moment a cold breeze goes through the room and a frost covers his face.

Pondering the situation and looking at everyone True... we would need to make haste towards Alvin in order to give the others as less amount of time as possible to prepare against us. However, I feel that as my responsibility, well partially, that we took his life I should at least attend or take care of his burial. Reasons are partly because of my devotion, priesthood but also the reason to show love and... forgivness. None of us are below each other... [b] and in a slow muttering as can be heard as thought he is recalling something [b]expect those murderous chel.... and going back to normal speech and as I can see, I am definetely not a follower of arcana and can´t say nothing as a world seeing man about your interest toward that spellbook baron apparently had. Nevertheless, if you wish so I can give proper amens and ceromonies and ask for the clerics of Shelyn to take care of baron body. We can then advance towards Alvis and maybe during this preparation time you can try to learn something and during the trip

Arwen looks all this with just a step away from body. Listening and thinking happenings he is trying to form an image of everything going around I would say that if we want to root out this problem we have to move to Alvis and stop the slavery there. Most likely the headquarters and nest of action is there. There is also preparations to be done and to be honest...

sighing and moving toward Baron, crouching and touching gently his head and closing his eyes. I would like to give proper burial to him. No matter what, we are to love and to understand others no matter who they were. Shelyn will forgive him and give him her love but the others... may his soul rest in peace

Just posted in advance plus it can be changed according to situation. The attacking with glaive should be ok since I guess Baron is still alive (a lot of hp I would say :P) plus Glaive is reach weapon. Can hit him from little bit further

Staying a bit further from everyone Arwen looks around to see anything else out of normal just to make sure. Placing himself between the room and the stair Arwen will keep a lookout and listens same time to the conversation going on

Arwen sights and prays Shelyn, protect these old bones of mine as he rushes and pushes on the back of Masao, Samanth and Hob, forcing their mass against the door and pushing the door "flexibility" to its limits, hoping to make the door open or fall to the floor.

Strenght check [might also be taken as assist, which ever is better for situation] 1d20 ⇒ 17

Hm... of all things, an illusionist. Enough trouble with everything and now a man of mockery and tricks, huoh thought crosses Arwen mind and he follows others. Reading his Glaive and touching everyone as he runs past them to follow Masao, only to touch him and also grant protection of her Goddess to everyone

whole party covered with Guidance + Resistance

Let the Goddess guide us on this clash

Grabbed by Hob and the off to run Arwen follows as fast as possible Hob and let him lead. Preparing himself, Arwen gives a short prayer to Shelyn and touching both of them to grant guidance of Shelyn against anything that might come at them

Guidance for both Arwen and Hob

That sounds really good to me :) Keep rolling those dices, baby!

Arwen nods on his chair, little bit half-asleep / half-awake but wokes up when Masao start to speak. Looking and noticing Hob still staying Arwen grunts Mhm, just go. I will stay here with Hob since it is better to be diveded equally than leave anyone alone in a strange place. Hm hm.. thinking now how to contact each other fast enough if something happens and worrisome look appears on his face

Arwen nods in agreement and follows others to the Baron´s private sitting room, taking comfortable position in one of the chairs. [i]Hm.. we will see what he will need to say to us in privacy... or might there be something else[/b]

hmm.. those rolls should definetely give us some hints / points when confronting Baron :P

Thinking through their position and trying to find out the proper way address Arwen decides to choose his words carefully, still not entirely sure about Baron position in this whole situation as it seemed to be conser from others

My Baron, I am honored that we are given audiance to meet you and explain our cause in this situation before accusating us and marking us as guilty and fellow criminals with slavers. I am Hollower, Arwen. Dedicated priest of Shelyn and world seen person. and gives a proper bow towards Baron.

The whole story, as has been recorded now by our companion Samanth, begin when our companion Masao was able to spot a slave caravan... as be continues and explain his own point of view and giving some information.

I apologize for our rude interference and that we stopped the execution but I do not see this as a proper judgement from the guard captain. I would also think that his age, not even adult yet, would account although age is not always so important and I am sure that there is more than eye can meet my Baron

Diplomacy 1d20 + 6 ⇒ (18) + 6 = 24 (to make our situation better)

KN:nobility 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (13) + 7 = 20 (to know about Baron and proper etiquettes to confront nobility)

KN:local 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (17) + 7 = 24 (to understand his position in town and local people thinking/ ideas of him, opinion of his ruling, the laws abiding)

KN: religion 1d20 + 7 ⇒ (11) + 7 = 18 (the main religion here, somekind of hints about Baron religion and how they would react to cleric of Shelyn)

Sense Motive 1d20 + 8 ⇒ (13) + 8 = 21 (to find out if there is something going on)

I am thinking something like medieval style courtesy and acting but can be corrected if needded

mhm sorry! just waiting for others to post and trying to keep up 2-3 post per day. The game is going quite nicely so far and even the progression is quite good. 20 post per day is quite achievement I would say