Sorry to see this game end so soon.
Good luck with your RL situation, GM MK.
Thanks to you and the other players. I was enjoying it.
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The GM's in Arizona, I believe. But I agree, hope the GM is okay.
@Starfall: Lera did ask the nobleman Aldern a similar question about the goblin raid and rolled pretty well on her diplomacy but she got no answer/reply. Hopefully your dip (gather info) reaps something. We, however, might not be able to gather anything in regard to it. GM's call.
Good luck sorting out the real life stuff, GM MK.
Belated Birthday wishes to you, Emilio. Hope it was a good one.
Lera can be ready to move forward on the GM's word. I'm currently fine with the RP opportunity and talking with the nobleman. Just waiting to see if something (or anything) is revealed. At least she's building toward a network of friendly npc allies. ;)
Lera tilted her head, quizzically, upon Aldern's response, although she supposed, it wasn't a surprising revelation from one of noble birth. Nobles had time and coin to discover themselves at their leisure. She just had expected more of Aldern, this complete stranger, and she realised that was an unfair expectation. Lera stayed her judgement -- holding off until she knew more of this man and his goals and aspirations. She smiled at him, hoping her momentary pause had not been mistaken for rudeness.
"With nobility comes certain responsibility to your House and people, I would presume. I believe that in time you will discover your deeper purpose, sir." Lera's eyes strayed briefly to the gaming table and to Finn, in particular. He had a frown on his face and she wondered at the cause.
Perhaps Finn was losing coin and was none too happy? She could not tell/sense for certain from her current vantage point. Least Allie was no longer seated in his lap. Lera inwardly shook the other thoughts to the back of her mind and returned her whole attention to Aldern. None too sure what to ask of the nobleman seated across from her, she pressed on, making small talk to the best of her ability. "Is your family here in Sandpoint?"
@Starfall: Not offended. Just letting you know for future reference is all. It would be strange to keep reading she has dark skin when she doesn't. ;) There is a description of Lera on her profile page, if that helps.
GM MK:
"Take as many days as you require. Yet truly, there is no debt to repay." Lera's gaze momentarily travelled to the gaming table; this time it was Ruby's voice which caught her attention. At Aldern's remarks on the gambling, Lera merely nodded in acknowledgement and then was surprised when he asked to know more about her. "May I sit?" her hand gesturing to the empty chair opposite him, unwilling to just sit down without invitation. Upon Aldern's consent, Lera moved with a certain easy grace and sat down. "I am uncertain of what you would like to hear, so I will begin by telling you that I am an archaeologist and historian. I am Varisian by birth, an only child, and have travelled extensively since infancy. Curiosity and sense of duty brought me to Sandpoint." The rowdy laughter and shouts assailed her ears as she paused, allowing Aldern a moment to process what she had shared. "I do not mean to be so forward, or pry, but what is it that you do in town, sir?"
Lera shut out the sounds of the game being played a few tables over to concentrate on the nobleman. She did not take a seat at his table for that would have been too forward. So, she stood during their exchange. She took in Aldern's face and voice -- handsome and pleasant. His cordial manner set her at ease and she returned his warm smile. She was earnest again when she spoke, "Do the goblins venture into town often? Perhaps the Festival drew the raid. They seemed to appear so suddenly." Lera realised she had been vocalising numerous thoughts at once and slowed down her thoughts and words. "Should you require further assistance, Aldern, seek out my companions and I. We have rooms here at the Rusty Dragon. We will do what we can, for you and the other townsfolk."
@Starfall: Lera does not have dark skin. It's olive-toned (like some Eastern Europeans in RL). Unless olive/tanned looks "dark" to Elves. Just for your future reference.
Familiar voices over the general din of the hall caught her ear and Lera turned to find the speakers in the crowd. She saw Allie seated on Finn's lap, ready for a game of chance. Many silent thoughts flitted through her mind as she watched them intently for a few seconds. They must view me as a dull bluestocking. I lack their impulsive gaiety. I think and study too deeply. How do I fit in? A strange light passed across her golden-brown eyes as a sense of loneliness squeezed at her heart, even surrounded by a crowd. She internally shook off her pensive mood and turned her attention back to the seated nobleman, and with an apologetic smile she waited for him to speak.
Lera recognised the nobleman, even though their introduction had been swift and plagued by the after-effects of the goblin attack. She had raised her mug of wine in kind, wondering at the burdens the man carried inside his heart at this time. Lera gently gained Finn's attention and discreetly gestured toward the lone nobleman in the corner of the tavern and whispered his identity. "I think I shall go over and extend my sympathies. I will not be long." Making her way past the boisterous merrymakers, Lera came to stand close to the man's table and not venture any closer without permission. In a respectful tone and manner, "I do not mean to disrupt your solitude, thinking it was such a contradiction being they were in a loud tavern, but I wanted to say again how sorry I am for the loss of your friend. I wish we had come upon you earlier and perhaps saved you from this sorrow. May I know your name, sir? My name is Lera."
Lera watched as the tall Elven male was seated at their table -- hearing a passing story of his own bravery against the goblins in town. She politely inclined her head at the Elf, smiled, before speaking to him. "Welcome, sir. It has been a day of both mourning and celebration. I am Lera Satjian. May I ask your name?" GM MK: Lera could see the man in a corner, with the glance of recognition, he smiled lightly and raised a wine glass to her before looking back down, a lot going through his mind.
Lera sat, jostled by enthusiastic townsfolk around their table; the sound of their cheers and questions moving about her like a cresting wave. She was not accustomed to such crowds or attention. Lera politely smiled and inclined her head at the words of gratitude given to her and the others sitting around the table.
Lera's eyes attempted to scan the interior of the bustling Rusty Dragon. Unfortunately the noise and bodies proved a strong distraction and Lera could not notice anything in particular. So, instead she maintained a cordial countenance and answered questions simply and accepted praise with humility. She wondered how the nobleman was doing -- the one who held his dead friend in his arms. Such a sad sight it was.
Even as the drink flowed, Lera simply sipped her spiced wine. She was not a habitual drinker and did not want to become intoxicated. She would lift her mug at any toast given, so she would not offend the speaker.
The goblin raid was still moving around in her mind -- Why had they come now? Aye, the Festival was in full swing. But for what reason? Having no definitive answers did not sit well with Lera.
Discreetly to Finn: "May I have a private word with you, later? Something is weighing on my mind and I require your counsel."
Ignoring Allie's flirtation and double meanings, Lera falls into step with Ruby and heads for the Rusty Dragon. "Thank you for backing me up with the bow and for the inspired singing, Ruby."
"As I said to Finn just moments ago, I will hold onto the potion as group property. It is a healing resource and I have some healing ability -- do you forget I healed you earlier with my magic? I will not run. You have my word on it." Lera's golden eyes are fixed on Emilio, not in a confrontational manner, but in an open fashion to demonstrate she means what she is saying.
"No, I will hold onto it. I found it. If you go down first, in battle, I shall pour it down your throat." There is no ire in Lera's voice, just a matter-of-fact, straightforward manner/tone.
"With your goddess' vigilant eye and divine aid, I am certain you will rise to the challenge of healing. I, for one, am in favour of staying alive." A small smile played around her lips as she looked at Finn. "Such potions will come in useful ... It never hurts to have additional healing resources."
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"You said earlier that you didn't heal others, Finn. Is this now no longer the case?" Lera looked at the man with curious intensity. "We should keep the healing potion for the group's use -- so whomever requires greater healing, will receive the potion. I think that is fair. But if you will take on the group's healing, and you are injured and require the potion, I shall administer it." Lera placed the potion inside the pouch around her waist.
"You have our sympathy for the loss of your friend. Do what you must, sir." She watched him walk away; his sobs still audible. Lera walked the area and swiftly searched for the arrows she had used against the goblins.
She found three of her four arrows intact and was content in it. She placed them back into their quiver. Lera glanced at her Halfling friend sitting on the ground. "Ruby, are you alright?" Moving toward Emilio and the quite dead goblin leader and mount, Lera searched what was left of the leader's body, hoping to find something of import.
Behind them, mounted on top of one of the most ugly dogs you could see, was a goblin of command, waving his horsechopper with vile rule.
Leaving the goblin leader to Emilio's capable hands, Lera moved 15 feet . With now a clear path to the yellow goblin, Lera called upon Favour's Fortune to guide her actions and released an arrow at the yellow goblin.
You've been moved, Em.
Calling upon Fortune's Favour once again and hoping that none of the occupied, frenzied goblins would notice her movement, Lera walked quickly and with as much stealth as she could muster (25ft) to the place just in front of the shrub.
Buoyed on by Ruby's stirring song, Lera nocked a new arrow, carefully aimed and fired at the goblin leader holding the shortbow (in grey box), her path clear of any of her companions/allies. May my aim be true!
GM MK:
Welcome, Starfall. :)
As the goblins drew closer, Lera took a 5 ft step (ensuring she was still close enough to provide Ruby with cover) and nocked an arrow and let it loose on the nearest goblin (with the yellow circle).
She discreetly called back to Ruby, "Either shoot at the same goblin, Ruby, or sing us one of your pretty, inspiring songs!"
Good luck to you, TruStrike. @GM: Will you go back to the earlier recruitment and take someone from there as a replacement? We had another arcane caster submission, a wizard, I believe?
Good luck with the car repair, GM. Hope it isn't as hot for you, today.
Lera moved forward (30 ft), to stand just beside TruStrike. Aiming her arrow at the goblin within her sights (in white circle), she breathed out and fired upon it, hoping to hit her target.
@Finn: Thanks, again.
@Finn: Thanks for uploading the current map. :) @Finn: I accidentally removed the two avatars closest to the goblins -- sorry. I thought they were there in error - my bad.
@Finn: I don't have issue with you posting at night after kids are put to bed.
Lera had noticed nothing of Allie's actions by the body of the dead goblin singer as she was busy getting her bow ready and moving forward.
I'm rather forthright, so if I find issue with something or someone, I will pm the player directly and sort it out as best as I can (privately). I abhor drama and like to keep it off the boards, if possible! :)
I'm good with making discussion posts saying if I'm going to be away for any extended period of time. It helps the GM and other players know what's up and how to compensate during the time.
As a player, I have no issue with how you want to play your character. Out of game we know a little more about Allie's motivations etc ... and it fits in with the character concept. (If Allie opens up to the group IC, then maybe reactions may change. But that's up to you and I am by no means trying to force your hand on this.) But know if Lera finds issue with Allie in character, it's part of the story/personality dynamic only and is not a reflection of my views as a player. Just so you know. :)
@GM: Personally, I don't have a problem with waiting for someone to post their combat action during the course of a day. I think the pace slows down and becomes problematic if the group is waiting for two days or more ... @Allie: In game, Lera will probably be someone who may confront you (if she's noticed the stealing) because she isn't self-serving etc. And if a hedonist wastes items based on their purely selfish whim, then Lera would certainly say something -- because those items could have been put to better use - rather than being squandered needlessly. I do see our girls butting heads more so than the males who seem to enjoy Allie's flirtatious ways and may cut her more slack because of it ... For Lera it isn't one player being ahead monetarily ... but using funds, items etc more economically, efficiently/effectively for the betterment of all. btw, Lera did ask Allie what she had discovered on the goblin singer's body before you did the sleight of hand ...
@GM: Both Lera and Finn examined/searched bodies in the first goblin encounter (against the 4). Did we discover anything on them (Lera looked at two bodies and Finn looked at two bodies)? And regarding Finn, he seems to generally post later in the day ...
@GM: Finn did say he had all the maps. I wonder, if he's amiable, he can post the new combat map when he's on the board ... And glad your signal seems to be better at work! Fingers crossed, it continues.
Upon the shouts and noticing the menacing goblin leader atop the dog beast and his 5 goblin henchmen to the north, Lera pulled the shortbow from her back and notched an arrow. She then proceeded swiftly forward 30 feet, trying to stay close to her companions and hoping to spy a clear path and moment to attack. "Ruby, keep close as you can, so we may protect you."
As Allie jumped down from the stage and rushed over to the dead, female goblin leader, Lera scanned her eyes across the surrounds, hoping to see the fate of the other goblins at the hands of the townsfolk, guard and militia. She began winding her whip (careful of the barbs at the tip) so she could stow it on her belt. Hearing Ruby's enthusiastic cheer upon the backs of the retreating goblins, Lera nodded, "Well done on the singing, Ruby." Lera quietly acknowledged the others near her on their efforts against the goblin raiders. "It's very good that you promptly took out their leader, Emilio." Turning her eyes to the occupied Allie, she enquired, "Did you find anything of note on the leader?"
Sad to hear that we're losing someone so soon. I think the group was just starting to get a feel for each other's characters. I do miss the back and forth posting we had going at the start (it was fun), but I understand work commitments and having phone issues that you are working to get fixed. So it isn't a big problem for me.
We will try and stop them from killing you! May the dice bot curse those goblins ... ;p
Done, Emilio. Just let me know if you're in the right place now.
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