Would be more interested in doing the drow side but could do either. Sounds interesting either way.
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I would like to submit my entry of Gorn the Blade. Here is his background, crunch is in the character. Still need to finish a number of items like HP and equipment but the background is the most important part so I will assume you will judge based upon that and the basic character type since I can finish up the remaining items in short time. I am a very frequent poster and have been in a number of longer campaigns. Thank you for your consideration. Background: Gorn stood in the bakery, his golden eyes seemingly looking through the fat man in front of him, Ulek would like his gold now, you are two weeks behind in your payment!, Gorn said in a low, but deadly manner as his blade slipped out of its sheath. He liked this part the best. His cruel heart hoping the man wouldn't have the gold. He could always arrange an "accident" for him. The big baker stuttered as he tried to get out his best excuse...Gorn didn't even bother listening. The baker wasn't even aware that his other blade also slipped out and was now between his legs as he distracted him with his primary blade. Gorn spoke severely, So I guess I will take your manhood this time, as payment of the interest on your principal???? The big baker paled as he felt the blade rest on his privates. No, no, you can have my jewelry then, just don't take them! the Baker looked down at the blade between his legs. A few minutes later Gorn was on his way back to old town, another balance collected with extra interest...he would of course pocket the extra. Gorn was born on the streets of old town. He knew nothing of his mother and father other than he was born a freak. Thin stubby horns, which he kept hidden by his thick hair and golden eyes marked him as something else. Years on the street can take its toll on a person and make them dead or it can make them hard. In Gorn's case it had shaped him into stone. Knowing little about his background, his natural "talents" still came in handy. Being able to sneak in and out of places. Creating magical darkness to escape a bully or a mark...handy indeed.
Unfortunately for Ulek, he had been blackmailing the wrong city official. When the official was able to use magic to get back what Ulek had on him the city guards descended on Ulek and his crew and wiped most of them out. A little luck and a little skill allowed Gorn to barely escape with his life. With Ulek gone and his services not in demand Gorn wandered a little, doing small jobs but nothing big enough to get the attention of anyone powerful, or so he thought. It was not until sometime later that a "chance" encounter would change his life. Gorn was wondering into the the Handmaiden's Purse and as he walked in two city guards were walking out and he bumped into one of them, Watch it peasant! One word from me and I will have you in stocks. warned the young officer who was obviously brand new to the post. He was filled with his own sense of self importance and wanting to exercise his self worth in his new position. The tavern grew silent as Gorn stood before him.
I think it is more about what I can do for you. The name is Tiadora. We are always on the lookout for talented individuals. I saw you handle yourself. You lucky the little man didn't pull his blade, otherwise you would be dead, but it seems you have some skill with words...and I imagine other things. We could use someone like you....with your skills.
With that she got up and walked away...no small talk just action. Gorn liked her manner and decided he would at least go and see about this opportunity... What he found at this house was unexpected. He was brought before a man named Cardinal Thorn. He immediately saw through Gorn's disguise. So Devil spawn do you want to know what birthed you? Gorn was immidately interested, though also alarmed. It took just a few minutes for Gorn to realize that this man had no interest in the good creatures of Talinguarde and that his devilish background was part fo the reason why he was here. It tooks but a few weeks before Gorn was enlisted into Thorn's service. He had no love for this "Kingdom". If it fell and he rose to the top of what was left then all the better! Personality – Gorn is a very serious type. He knows his strengths, and although he considers himself a threat, he knows when not to step over a line or cross those he shouldn't. Although he grew up on the streets, he is no stranger to working with others and under strict guidelines in a group. Description: Gorn would be quite charming when he wants to be and uses his golden eyes to good effect. He has long flowing hair black hair and is of dark complexion. His small red horns hide easily in his thick hair.
Gorn heads to the Wise district, with the entourage in tow. As they pass through the Coins he tells them about some of his favorite brothels and pubs in case they need a distraction over the coming months.
Dresden:
By the way, you may have been joking, but I am not common cutpurse. I did grow up on the streets and for a time I did what I had to. But now I am an honest man, just trying to use my skills to further our cause. He addresses the rest of them as they approach the Wise District gate, Here is the deal, most folk in this area will think themselves better than you. Many will be part of the local government so in that aspect they are correct, at least during the day when they are protected...anyways the point I am trying to make is don't start any trouble. The people here can cause us the real kind of trouble...the kind that ends up with one or more of us in the prison, with NO release.
If you are looking for a good library, the Wise District has the best of them. Not sure we would be entirely welcome though. There is a lot of uppity types roaming that district, we would probably be questioned by a number of guards.
You are right Saltuk, you should all know a little more about this great city. Let me tell you what I know that may be useful to you.
Gorn looks at Saltuk a little confused by his broken dialect,
Gorn nods his head in his odd way of deference,
Pleasure Vali...a healer huh, count yourself as one of my friends, its always good to have someone along with your skills! he says squeezing the mans shoulder.
Gorn tries to slide behind the construct at the mention of leadership, but instead almost trips into Aemon...
Gorn was used to being not told everthing, sometimes nothing about his purpose. He sat back casually while the others seemed to deal with the uncertainty. As things wrap up he finally speaks bowing his head slightly in defference...
It was good to be back in Absalom. His absence hopefully put some time between himself and his enemies. He would have to look up a couple of his old contacts given time though if he was to prove his full worth...
Gorn looks around at the scene, unsure of the groups next steps. The group seems to be evenly divided between the Drow, the rest of them, and then the construct.
Gorns new statement going forward is going to be...send the construct in, we can search through the pieces afterwards....
Ready to go!!!
Still here...just hoping that the itch I picked up at the brothel doesn't turn out to be anything more serious
Gorn checking in. As far as his motivations, he is not really sure what to make of this yet. I guess he is hoping the Blackdogs can teach him some things but right now he is kind of homeless and directionless so he guesses it is for the money or power.... Gorn sits down and puts on his best "don't mess with me" look... :)
Gorn sits in the back, trying not to call any additional attention to himself...this much Drow evil in one place is enough to unnerve even a man with Devilish blood in his veins...then you add in the construct standing in the middle of the room, it's unhuman eyes seemingly watching everyone....Gorn is unsure that he made the right decision accepting Kellen's offer and coming to this place... :)
True...I guess I have never had a character with his Dex this high before...will fix it, thx.
Gorn is close to being done, welcome any feedback...
Gorn walks into the recruits area...seeing all of the drow
I guess we were born on the wrong side of the demon pits eh???
Cool, will start to work on Gorns worked up stats....looking forward to it!
As the party is looking pretty evil, take my lawful good alignment, turn it to lawful evil == take everything in my background and turn it around 180 degrees. Make me an evil race of aasimar that serves the diabolic court. My character, if chosen, is not evil. Deep down he is not a bad person, he has just done what he had to to survive on the streets and some of the things he did hurt some people. So far he hasn't killed anyone in cold blood. Depending on the missions, I can see Gorn becoming LN and basically a good person or LN with some bad leanings and habits. It might be good to have some party contention...makes for good RP. Some may vote to accomplish a mission in one way while the other side may vote for it another way. I wouldn't change anything until you know if you are chosen and the entire party makeup :)
Hey nightflier, this is terok. Posting with an avatar and a little more structure around him, of course if I am chosen I will adjust background or other items as need to fit in with the campaign theme as well as format the character and finalize skills, equipment...
I see this character as being a little bit of an outsider when he starts, more of a lone wolf but transitioning to LN as his bond with the Blackdogs grows and he learns to trust his team more. This is where the Cavalier part really comes in, from his training with them. Their training will help him hone his abilities and add some new ones. Likely he will be using as much stealth as possible so Gorn being a little bit more of a loner might fit in with the group with that regard. |