Grachius Ureste's page

Klara backs up slowly and starts for the door. I will meet you near Flynn's once you have finished speaking with...that thing. Klara says as she leaves

Oh Arazni said she would bind the Shepherd, but you have to hurry she can sense his arrival is near. Oh and she wants some gold and shiny stones for the service. I told her to add the last part, because gold is kind of boring and I knew Grachius had lots of shiny stones. We are to bring gold and shiny stones with us when we bring the Rod of Midnight to bind the Shepherd, which should be soon because she can sense it coming, like I said. Ythl speaks in his most serious mode, which could be mistaken for sarcasm to those unfamiliar with his mannerisms and tone.

Thank you Ythl, I will provide this for her. We must hurry then, Arazni is strong, but she can not bind the Shepherd for long. Grachius says sincerly.

I did nothing to Hana. Miikae already has the keys I got from Slief, the Desert witch gave them to her Grachius says responding to Kera not even flinching.

How long have you all been out here? It isn't smart to travel in the desert during the day. Lets get you to the Altkin guild house. Baldy can show me any more traitors and you can get some rest. Gloria says matter-of-factly.

Grachius attempts to protest Muziel's proclamation, but is too tired to even speak.

Hello Gloria, think you could help me out for old times sake?
Grachius says with a sinister smile. Gloria looks at the bound man not paying him much heed before. Grachius? You've looked better. What's going on here this man is a diplomat.

Grachius was knocked over in the encounter, but remains whole on the surface. This is why I traveled with several armed guards. There will be more, the wailing those things do seems to carry long distances.

Its not what Asmodeus gains, its what Zon_Kuthon, and ultimately his followers, would lose. Without the Shepherd they would be weakened and easy pickings for the zealots of Nirmathas and Lastwall. They would have to come back into the Cheliaxian fold. Grachius' face does not match his words, he is obviously angry that the witch's compulsions are making him answer so truthfully.

The Seals are magic, and alignment matches their god, but they seem to be made by the same craftsmen.

You begin your travel back to Martel with full stomachs and a new sense of purpose. Those of you with magical ability are once again struck with the anti-magical weight of the wastes as you leave the witch's hut. Grachius only speaks when spoken too, Ythl has gone to the south, and the path ahead is just as treacherous as it was.
Just to be clear, before you guys fought a Spellscar Fext, not a Tremor Mutant. You are about to meet them though

I no longer have an armed escort, I do not think I will be much help. You have the seals that is all you need to show the Niven Guild. Grachius seems broken and every sentence he speaks a chore.

Roll escape artist for me to determine how well you tie his hands.

What do you intend to do with me? Muziel you must listen to me. The Shepherd is coming! With Lord Vyktor dead and me captured no one will have the Rod of Midnight in time! Ythl! Wake up! Go tell Arazni to bind the Shepherd until we can get there please. I am sorry I tried to capture you. LISTEN TO ME OR WE ARE ALL DEAD! Grachius seems on the verge of a complete breakdown as he pleads with you.

Ythl wakes from his maggot pie induced slumber and burps Wha, aaah I was dreaming of pulling wings off of humming birds. That is my favorite dream! What YOU! I am mad at you! Ythl says with his tongue sticking out of his face, then he pauses as he listens to Grachius, Oh, well ok. I will do it, but just this once! And when I come back you better have something nice for me! Ythl pops out of existence.

After you satisfy your hunger, you all look around and notice that the hut is pretty cozy. There is a fire place, but it is not currently in use. The hut is cooler than you would expect in fact, and there is a nice set of comfortable furniture in the main room. There is a few books on a shelf over the fireplace. The titles are not in a language you readily recognize.

The party is invited in the Hut. Inside Ythl is laying on his back covered in maggots and honey with an empty pie pan on his now bloated stomach. The table is set with very good food. This is equivalent to a Heroes Feast.

Come with me Miikae. I will take you to see Grachius. You may allow sands to drink from my pond outside, but instruct him not to go in the water, nor venture too close to the trees. My spider pets do not always behave themselves when such a meal is present.

The Witch takes Miikae down to the basement where Grachius is kept.

Ha a follower of Nethys that doesn't count on Magic, well I tell you I can not blame you. I am surprised after your time here if you still believe in anything. I am starting to doubt my own eyes. Grachius takes another sip and looks to Miikae Hello wild woman, I have heard of you and how you guide diplomats. I may need your talents some day in that regard, but ok lets all talk about why I called you here. I see the pretty eyed man is not with us, that is fine mutants put me off my appetite to be honest.

Ok so here is the deal, We all know it was those Red Mantis Wh@#$s that did this, and I want some retribution. Since you have killed on of their own, maybe you have some ideas on how to find them? I know the Dwarfesss has promised you money and all that, but if you bring them to me to face judgement in Nidal, I will pay you double what ever some petty Dwarf in this rotten desert can muster. Think it over. I need a nap I think. Guards flog Felix for letting me drink so much wine! HA! Just kidding don't waste your time just throw him in with Venrich for an hour or two. Grachius barley stands and stumbles twords his bed chambers.

guess that dialogue was bad its been erased or something. Just know that Grachius is vile and that is all that you need to know.

Grachius seems mildly impressed with Cpt Oliver Strowls and even chuckles a bit What are we going to do you ask? Why drink some more wine I think! I do enjoy sea-folk so up front and honest about what they desire. Do you desire to drink with me Cpt Strowls? And what else do you desire? I SAID MORE WINE YOU DEAF MORONS SO GO AND GET IT OR I SHALL INTRODUCE YOU TO WHAT HAS BECOME OF YOUR GOOD FRIEND VENRICH, IF YOU THOUGHT HE WAS EXCESSIVE BEFORE, YOU JUST WAIT AND TEST ME! Grachius looks at Kera with a look full of lust.I see you care for these servants. That is sweet, in fact you seem very sweet. And what might it be that you do for this band of miscreants? I had a chamber maid that looked a bit like you, you are not Cheliaxian by chance are you?

Grachius looks to Muziel as he gets up Yes, always the capable man I like that Muziel. Take charge and get it done. I can not wait to meet this wild woman that has such a bond with her horse.

I don't doubt your rolls this system favors 18+ and 5- rolls it seems. Yes alchemical potions of Ant Haul aka they work in the wastes.

No, I was out for our late Lord. He wanted me to get something...specific for him. Anyways, I am confident that our defenses will hold now, those who failed us have been punished. We were to accustomed to the saftey these dwarves promised and it made us weak. Besides, I hear these assassins may have been Red Mantis. They are notorious for their abilities. I have already sent an envoy to Nex so they can teleport to Absolam and ask for assistance.

Grachius smiles, Ah, yes Master Muziel. Well it is nice to see one among you has some grace, and of course he is one of mine. I do hope you plan on serving me as well as you did Lord Vyktor. He has always spoken so highly of you, and I too know of your talents.In fact, in recognition for your achievment in getting that Dwarf woman out safe I have brought you a gift. FELIX GET THE GIFT FOR MUZIEL DO NOT MAKE ME REPEAT MYSELF.

Felix hurries, almost tripping on the rug as he approaches Muziel with a box. I know of your research and came upon this in town as I was shopping for our late Lord. There is a formulae for Ant Haul and two alchemical potions of it in the box.

Grachius looks over Pervince Yes, it is apparent you do not know much about upper society, but very well what could one expect from a halfling. Hmmm my take, oh yes lets see. My take is that I ORDERED FOOD FOR ME AND MY GUESTS AND I HAVE YET TO SEE IT ARRIVE WHY IS THAT FELIX!? other than that I can not say. We from Nidal are poorly understood and it has gained us a rather nasty reputation.

The servants rush into the room and begin to place the food on the table as fast as possible. Grachius takes a big gulp of wine, then splashes some into one of the servants faces. Clean that up and next time when I ask for Taldarian wine, I do not mean that sewer water you've kept in these blasted mana wastes for half a century, I want you to go to the market and get the best. Damn fools, it is a good thing I put up with you I have no idea what your life would be like on your own.

Ah, distinguished guests please come sit, eat, and talk with me. Is this all of you? I thought there was eight.That DAMN SLa..um servant. Felix damn you go get all of them now! The man's face is flush for only a momment, then he gathers himself again. Sorry about that. Please sit here with me. I hear you are all on a special mission. Don't look surprised your friendly Capt hinted as much last night outside these walls. We all want to see the killer captured of course, but you will need full stomaches for such a task. The devilishly handsome man is already under the effects of alcohol this morning and is grining from ear to ear.

I added my invisioned role to my profile.

This is Nimon-

Here is my submission, Grachius Ureste, Inquisitor/Infiltrator. Let me know if I need to adjust anything in the profile.