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I'm going to withdraw Fealix from this game. It seems to have died and I would like to be able to use Fealix somewhere else should the opportunity arise. It was fun though. I was starting to enjoy the subtle feud brewing between Fealix and Iolana. Hey maybe when I am gone the game will pick up, seems to happen frequently. I step out of a game and suddenly it takes off. Well if the game does continue you all have fun okay.
GM and Tyler: I gesture to the building. "Go on ahead. Find out what they're up too. I'll be waiting out here. Call if you need me."
I keep my distance allowing the absence of people to act as my stealth. I will only move when Tyler beckons and when attempting to hide from those who are present. I will not follow where I am required to actively sneak about. If I cannot move freely undetected, then I simply do not move. :p
I nod at Tyler. "I will go with you Tyler but I cannot sneak. You will have to move ahead of me and make sure it is a place I can go without discovery. I will stay a safe distance back so as not to jeopardize your position should I be to loud but close enough to respond if you trigger an alarm. I only want to go because I want to see for myself what these hooligans are hiding. Whenever your ready I will follow." I wait for Tyler to lead the way but I follow at 20 feet. Once inside I will only move at Tyler's beckoning
I smile at Iolana. "Innocence is a lie. You can never know what these people do behind closed doors. As we had seen in the alley, these people are just as sinful as everyone else. In the end the collateral matters little." I take a breath. "I do not trust this Vask person. I am one man seeking an audience in his turf and he stilll refused to see me. An honest person with good intentions would not keep thugs at his door and turn away an ambassador unless he was hiding something. If you want to talk evils, someone offering free food in a time of chaos is a good way to earn loyalty and when the time comes he will call on them to fulfill his own ambitions. It is a simple tactic. Weather his ambition is goos or not is besides the point. I trust him no more than you trust the queen." Lokking at Tyler. "Now you have presented an option that I will agree to as opposed to open conflict. Find out what Vask is up to and grab some evidence of it and we can bring it before the captain. Then we will go on her advice." I look back at Iolana. "Do what you feel is best. I will not stop you." Tyler it is your turn to do something.
Bluff vs Vico's sense motive to convince him there is nothing amiss: and fail. Okay spoiler below is for Vico
Vico: In spite of my vain attempts to act natural, I have let it slip that I may not be as sane as I often sound. In fact, you get the suspicion there may be another being in my head. It could be a deity, planer creature, a spirit, an imaginary friend, or I am simply just insane. At least I act like my will is not always my own.
-----In response to Iolana's earlier comment about my bloodlust---- I sit and listen to Iolana's words with an uncharacteristic sense of joy and pride. Realizing to some degree that the woman cares enough to insult my motives when my only motive is chaos.
Voice:
Fealix? This woman is rather bold in her assumptions about you. Shamira knows what you want. You needn't listen to her. She is of little consequence in the grand scheme of things. "There is more to it than that. She said some awefully melodious words but one note rings sour with that arrogance and ignorance I despise." Though I am saying this statement out loud, it is to no one. I turn my attention to Iolana. A strangely pleasant smile on my face. "I like what you have said. It gives me a sense of pride. There is one thing however that you have brought up that I do not understand. I have asked this question to many I have been assosiated with and none have been able to answer. What is "Innocence"? I narrow my eyes waiting and predicting her response. ------I listen to the plan Iolana lays out------ I raise my eyebrows. "So you presume that we, or rather, myself, were set to our deaths? Interesting. I assume you have this on good faith? Never the less, I am not quite sure it matters. Let's just say I have grown rather accustom to being sent to my death. My father couldn't kill me, Lamm couldn't kill me, and countless others who have attempted the same couldn't do so. In this case scenario, I would not have desired an up front assault. I would have done so only to assist this new fellow should he had riled the guards. I would rather plan my violence before carrying it out. Regardless, we have avoided that for the time being." I ponder for a moment. "I do want to complete the task before me whatever the motives of our employer. I am not one to make choices based on morals but rather a desire to fulfill my mother's ambitions. Hers is a desire to meet the queen and the desire falls on myself as well. So, hate the situation or not, I plan on bringing in Vaskertin soon. Not this moment but in a timely matter all the same." Voice:
This woman would have you not fulfill your duty Fealix. You needn't humor her with your attention. You need to focus on getting on the queens good side so we can talk extensively. I seem suddenly annoyed. "I know that. I do not need you to keep reminding me all the time! Just stay quiet for a moment and let me finish." I look back at the others. I clear my throat clearly a bit embarrassed. "Forgive the outburst. I sometimes get carried away with my own thoughts." I think for a moment. "So, you know how to draw out Vaskertin? If he wouldn't meet with me in his own sanctum, what knowledge have you that he would meet us in a public setting instead? Obviously you know much more than you let on." I look at Iolana suspiciously.
I would like too know. I know Fealix is evil and is suppose to behave this way. However, I am curious, how do you all feel about him? Does he make you guys uncomfortable with his actions and personality. I made him to be a somewhat cooperative bad guy so he could be evil and still....."work" with the party. He is my first and only evil character I have ever made. But if he is bothering any of you please let me know. I have another much more light hearted character I could use in this campaign that is more entertaining to be around than Fealix. That, with the DM's permission, I could introduced in place of Fealix. I am simply worried that it is because of Fealix that you all aren't posting as much.
My eyes narrow at Iolana suspiciously. "So you have been scouting them out already. Seems I am not the only impatient one around here. But you seem to have discovered only what I have deduced. A whole night of waiting and you got no further that I did in a simple encounter. This only proves that waiting yields nothing at this point." I turn to look to the men and Vico. "Our sneaks have not spoken for some time and that new fellow is now stepping forward using force. If he is unsuccessful then I believe our next course of action is clear. I am no sneak and bet he is not as well. Only one option left. If this man fails, it may invoke a violent resonse. If that happens we resort to our authority by the guard captain to storm the facility and take their leader by force. If you are not ready for that then you should have accomplished more last night while you were acquiring information." I keep my eyes on Vico ready to use magic if a fight breaks out.
My polite expression turns sour. "I hope you and your boss understand what this means right? In this time of chaos, there are many unsavory sorts who would do harm to the population. I pray the gods have mercy on your souls you poor men." With that I turn and depart. The effect was meant to intimidate as a last attempt to change their minds but if it doesn't work I return to the others.
As I leave I look around for anything suspicious.
I nod to the men. "I know. I am here simply to learn from your leader. If indeed there is nothing wrong then all will be well. I would like to share words of wisdom with your leader. Nothing more. I will not be taking you anywhere nor asking you to go anywhere against your will. I and my friends want to learn from him. Is that going to be a problem?" I await there answer.
I nod at the scenario. "I go up and be front with them. That is how I do things." I make my way up to the two men. "Excuse me. I am here looking for a man named Vancaskerkin. There is a matter of utmost importance that I must discuss with him. I am an ambassador for the city guard and I would like this to be a peaceful encounter." Voice:
You want a fight don't you? I await the men's answer
Everyone but Iolana: I sigh as Raz shows up. I give him a curious, and sort of annoyed glance but return my attention to the lady before me. "I......and my....companions shall head out and investigate at once." I look at the gathering of folks and shrug. "Human shields and distractions. I'll make them work. "Well lets head out. We need to take this guy in before someone else takes him down. I would rather not risk the latter." Turning back to Cressida I bow. "Take care of yourself. I will return with either Van in tow or at least whatever info we can find should things turn sour. Farewell." Without checking I make for the door and head out into the rainy streets towards the butcher shop, regardless of weather or not the others chose to follow.
Gm: I contemplate the possibilities and remember one instance. "On the way here we encountered several peasants mugging a noble. Apparently the chaos is cover enough for people to do as they desire. In this world magic is a good way to do damage and clean up after it. A simpe presdidigetation can clean anything and just about anyone can have that. Without clues there is nothing I can do to help. I might as well start on the task you set us on last night. Where might I find this fellow you want me to bring in?"
DM: I make my way downstairs to see what all the fuss is about. I seek out Cressida. Once I find her I ask. [b]"What's going on around here? Things seem a bit chaotic.
GM: When Cressida arrive I seem excited and eager to meet her and noticeably and greatly relieved as if she had just saved my life. I do my best to make her evening as enjoyable as possible. When it comes time for her to depart I whisper. "I hope I was able to help you as much as you have helped me this night. I would like to see you again soon. Today I will endeavor to make your streets safe. Keep your spirits up for me and do your job well. Until we meet again." Voice Your such a hopeless romantic. When Cressida has left I speak again in Celestial. "Cressida is the kind of woman I both admire and enjoy. Never again will I "pay" for my company. It is not as meaningful. Now we have a job to do."
DM:
I turn to Cressida. "Don't work too hard. This city cannot benefit from your sacrifices if you are too tired and emotionally weary to handle them. One has to take adequate luxuries to simply keep their spirits and performance up. It is often best for the job." When, and if, she leaves I move over and sit down on bed. Staring intently at the wall I speak in celestial. "This city has undergone an interesting change." Voice Indeed it has. That queen seems to be your type. Been a bit of a day for you hasn't it? You ended the last man who had tormented the childhood and one after the other met three women in which you desire. "Is it wrong for me to want so many? I feel their pain and desparation. It is intoxicating. I want to feel every ounce of it. If I can't I would destroy every last one of those rioters to end these women's suffering." Voice: It is not wrong for you to want them or to have them. You are doing well. Shamira is pleased with you my child and if you do not get the comfort you seek tonight, you can always come home for a visit. "You control me. Don't think for a second I don't realize that. I would have mother Shamira give you to me as my personal slave." Voice: A man in power just like your father." I grip my head tightly. Still speaking celestial "Damn you!" Voice:I know you too well. I can take total control whenever I like and manipulate your surroundings to my pleasure. You won't do anything though because you love me and you cannot let go. I begin to struggle with my thoughts. "When I get my hands on you I will enjoy making you squirm! You think this is a power complex but the truth is, this is what I want. Shamira is in my head and she has given you to me, you just don't know it yet." Voice: Keep talking deary. I love that tongue of your. I sit their struggling with my own mind for about an hour before I fall back on my bed. "I wish she had accepted my offer. Well, I will see to the investigation tomorrow. I need a lot of rest tonight." I lay there until something happens or I fall asleep.
I smile at the captain.
Celestial:
"She is a spirited and admirable flower. Diligent and burdened with hardships. Not arrogant or stuck up. I can tell she desires some form of relief. My only wish is to give it to her." I say this almost to her in the most charming and alluring voice I can manage. I then smile. "It is good that you care so much about your work. You deserve some form of gratitude for your valiant diligence. I know it means a lot. I just wish I could have learned more about you. If it isn't too much trouble and you have one available. I would like a private room here in the barracks. I will accept that for my services." I lean in and whisper. "I do want to know "everything" about you and to help you restore your confidence. Come and see me if you change your mind, discretely if you must. Last thing I want is for a strong woman such as yourself to loose face." I pull by and await her response.
I will post a bit later. Been busy working of somethings.
I also request a fighter. I will only have two levels of barbarian but I will be doing oracle all the way into rage prophet so I can put out a good amount of spells. BTW. Nice to see everyone still lives!
I give her a look of "compassion" and concern. "My dear captain. This cities's trouble belong to us all but only a brave and strong few are willing to stand up to do something about it. Truly, kind hearted individuals like yourself take great burdens on your shoulders to do what is right to protect the common folk who are too weak to protect themselves. Your work is hard and often times the rewards are few. I want to hear and relieve your troubles for a night and any time you wish to call on me. I am not only your humble servant who will do whatever I can to ease your burden, but also a person who cares about and wants to know you better and help you through this turmoil.. I know many stress relieving techniques I would be willing to show you if you will have me tonight, the choice is, of course, yours."
Voice:
You do so well. If this works it will be a good night for us all. Shamira would be proud. I smile genuinely and charmingly at her.
I've been going over the thread and I'm having trouble figuring out what time a day it is? Is it late already or early afternoon? How long did it take us to see the queen, talk, hike, battle, hike some more, meet this captain, talk some more, then now. It will affect what I say.
I stand "I too have my own accommodations but I can perhaps be persuaded to stay here if it were with the right company of course."
I stand, my expression stern. "M'lady. These times are hard indeed. I cannot promise the man alive. I wanted Lamm alive but it wasn't to be. I will do my best but will not make any garentees." My smiles returns. "Also, you should not belittle any gift you have been given. A hard working beauty is rare. Do not think light of it." I bow
I smile at the sight of another woman in power. "I am beginning to like this town more and more." I step forward and drop down to one knee. "My fair lady Cressida. It is an honor to be working for a woman as beautiful and powerful as you. I am simply known as Fealix. I am nothing more than a humble Oracle. I request no money. I have no need of worldly processions. My ambitions are much higher and serving our fair queen is in my best intrest as is my number one desire." I stay on my knee until she acknowledges me.
Okay I posted two days ago. Hello? Come on you guys are slow. Hello? Where is everyone?
I stare at the sleeping beast as my rage subsides. "I'm done killing things for now. Let's move on, my patience is wearing thin." I casually clean my Morning Star and gesture for the guard to lead. "We are done here, lead on."
So is this campaign dead? I have not seen anyone post in awhile. Me personally, I am waiting to see what Caim does but.....where is he?
Also, it seems the dragons are friendly so if I need to, I will move to gain a flank bonus on the imp with a dragon. Five foot if possible otherwise I will move through threat to do so. I attack the attacking imp in a fury. "Die you nuisance"
Attack auto crits but I still roll for damage :p. Then foe has to take a fort save DC 10+damage dealt. Damage =
Noticing the sleeping Imp near me I smile at the easy prey. I take my time to slay the sleeping creature.
I am pissed. It shows on my face as my fury mounts. "Foul beast! Taste my wrath!" I let loose on my foes attacking the imp before me.
I gaze upon the stupid creature as it swings at me clumsily. My expression is one of mild pity and a hit of concern."Friend of yours?" I ask no one in partiular.
Voice:
They are from the other axis. The lawful kind. "Could've fooled me." Voice:
Just kill it. Yes my Lady." I take a five foot step back and draw my morningstar. Raising it high. "Dear Goddess Samira. How Beautiful and lustrious you are. Bless my weapon with the power to strike down all those who oppose me. Guide my hand, and my soul and let us carve out our path together!" I cast divine favor on my morning star giving it a +1 to Hit and +1 to damage. Both actions done. Saving my secret weapon for something more dangerous.
For a moment I stare at the others in bewilderment. Then as the coversation continues I let a smile escape my lips.
Voice:
Someone's having fun. Did not think you were still capable of such feelings I suddenly have a stricken look on face. Painful memories flood my mind. Voice:
Don't be so sad. I am still here for you. Be brave my love. I stand staring into space when Caim speaks to me. I look at him for a moment and smile maliciously. "Heh, Sadisim? Yeah maybe. I...." Trailing off for a moment as if I am lost in thought. Voice:
Shamira wants to see what is at the core of the matters. I know you find the Captain of the Bodyguards attractive and also the queen. The thing of interest is that statuette you have. What symbolism is behind it? Was it really the queen's? We have so many questions. Let us get to this job. My expression hardens. "We have work to do. It is best to focus on the task at hand." Looking to the guard. "We almost there?"
I gaze in awe at the queen. Dropping to one knee I bow my head. "By the grace of the divines that guide my steps it is an honor to be allowed to stand before you my queen. I am but your humble servant." When offer work I smile. "It would be a privilege to work with you in restoring...."peace" to Korsova. It is a monumental undertaking but." I glace with a charming smile to Sabina. "You have an excellent eye for talent and I trust your judgement in asking this task of us. It is an honor to be considered for such a prestigious role." When I receive the reward I take a single ingot and pass the rest to the others. "I graciously accept your gift but understand, I do not value material processions. If fact please understand they have been the cause of much pain in my life. Recognition and your...attention and praise is all the reward I desire. Everything I do is for queen and country. I will also enjoy working with the fair captain Sabina. Thank you." My mood changes when I am handed over to the male guard. I am now my stern and hard hearted self no longer the noble suck up I was in the throne room. Once away from the castle I look at him. "Seems you have benefited off me considerably." I say coldly. "Remember that if I ever come looking for another favor."
I listen to Iolana with a raised eyebrow. "You think me unwise?" I merely shrug.
Voice:
She thinks little of you it seems. "That is her choice to make. It is of little consequence to me." Perception:
When Sabina arrives my eyes widen. wow now that is a woman
Voice:
Careful, you are drooling. I quickly compose myself. I bow to Sabina. "Greetings my lady. I am Fealix. Humble servant to your majesty the queen. We are here on her behalf." I do my best to look as charming as possible. Diplomacy: When asked to relinquish our weapons I comply wordlessly.
"Do as you please. Consider it a handsome reward for aiding us this far." At the palace when the guard mentions reward I snort. "I normally get what I need when I need it. The only reward I want is to meet our queen." I wait patiently.
If he gave me a platinum, I glare at the coin an toss it to the ground. "Worthless piece of trash couldn't even stand up for himself. I can't believe we wasted our time with this. I am surprised he didn't throw money at his attackers. Whatever. We've wasted enough time. I am anxious to meet this Sabina. Let us carry on." Fealix moves urging the guard on.
I roll my eyes and step forward. "Tyler you idoit boy! We have more important things to do than harass these people while they vent their frusterations on the upper class." I thwap Tyler on the head. Turning to address the pesentry. "I am sorry about the boy. The current issues are really upsetting him. Go about your business and we will move on with ours."
I look at Tyler. "Sabina is the queen's chief bodyguard. I imagine, given the circumstances surrounding the riots, we will likely not be meeting the queen herself without earning Sabina's trust. So we will need to go through her first. Besides, this whole scenario intrigues me so I am willing to take whatever steps are necessary."
Looking at the useless drunk being dragged in by the others, I sigh. "It is a start. I accept your offer. I am anxious to meet this Sabina Merrin. If you need some time, I will be waiting at the tavern, send a messeges with time and place. Otherwise I would like to meet with her now." I wait for a response.
GM: I am frustrated by the time I finally get a new morning star. I sell the old one. After listening to the watchman's speel I shrug. "With all the chaos going on, chances are likely one of the little Lamms attempted to rob the wrong person. Being forced into a life of crime at a young age often leads children to believe there is no other way to live." I point at the officer accusingly. "You REAL job should be to get out there and recover those kids before another one does something to get himself kill. I didn't dump my family's fortune into a orphanage just so it could remain empty. Besides, with all this rioting, more people are going to get hurt. Do your job and start keeping the peace. Once the chaos is done, then you can start hunting for murderers. How many more have to die due to the neglegence of this barracks huh? Your sergeant is a waste of a man out getting drunk instead of taking proper action. At this point I could run this place better than you lot." I sigh and relax letting my temper settle before I accidentally slip into an inconvenient rage. "I digress, What I want is an audience with the queen. I want to meet her and maybe even offer her some advice or more importantly my valuable services. What do you say? It is the only reward I ask. Who do I need to speak to, to get this arranged?" I am standing more dignified as if I am an important rich person. My cloths are cleaner and more noble in appearance also.
I listen to Cora. "It is a darn shame about the sergeant. Truly a simple man to be getting so worked up about a change in the guard. To be honest, a decent person would be more active in a time like this no matter the circumstances. It seems this poor sod hasn't the will to do something responsible and is merely causing more distress through example by continuing with this pitiful display."
GM and anyone who follows: I first visit the local smith. I trade in my morning star for a new masterwork one. If they don't have one available I put in and order and buy a regular mace instead for the time being. I then make my way to the watch headquarters. I go up to the clerk. "So. I am curious to know. Is there any information regarding clean up of Lamm's base of operations? I joined a guard in raiding it last night and would like an update on the cleanup. I haven't received any payment for my assistance and nor do I intend to ask for any. All I want is information." I wait for the receptionist to respond.
I lean back in the chair and sigh. "Fine. To an extent I agree with you. I will need to think of another way to meet the queen."
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