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Oukonunaka scans for tracks, then turns to Ms. Harvey and whispers, "Ms. Harvey, stick close to me. Keep your senses sharp and listen for instructions if a fight ensues. If there is any gunfire take cover immediately. I will protect you in any melee."

He then turns to Mr. Clarke, "You have seen combat before. I did not bring my bow. Can you provide cover fire if necessary? Also, do you have a light source that Ms. Harvey could wield for us? "

"We should advance quickly using whatever cover we can until we reach the building. Once we enter we go slow and careful. Do you agree?"

Lock the door.....and hope they don't have blasters.

Seeing the drawn pistol, Oukonunaka gives Luther a nod, a grim smile, and draws his blackened 14 inch Bowie knife.

"Shall we go forth?"

I say let's investigate since we are here.

Lets keep going then!

Its still morning so I am all for following the tracks further.

I think where he came from. If he has followed the same path each day I would like to see its origin, and a possible hiding/ambush spot.

Yeah, lets leave Karl. He seems angry anyway. We can always seek him out later. Assuming he is not impaled on the Honin Stone tomorrow.

Sorry I got Karl and Earnest confused.

I think we can easily follow the tracks, go to town and the mausoleum in one solid day. What say you Ed?

I think asking about what was written is a good idea, maybe Amaya could charm Karl once he is away from constable (assuming he can read).

We should definitely stick together.

A single twig breaks, but the bundle of twigs is strong.

I'm okay with waiting for the conversation to finish, the tracks aren't going anywhere, unless it's going to rain. My idea is we track as far as we can then find a spot to set up an ambush, or at least hide and tail the culprit assuming he will come again pre-dawn.

Perhaps the sacrifices are to keep us away? I am an Native American after all. An ancient structure to keep away Native Americans? Sounds like bad ju-ju to me.

Would it be possible to follow the tracks of the animal killer?

Ceridwyn draws a deep breath as she wakes from her slumber. She opens her eyes and—as with every waking after she puts herself to sleep—is somewhat surprised by her surroundings.

You remember that today you are supposed to scout out a suitable piece of real estate for a manufacturing company seeking to expand its production facility.

How did it deny you?

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Not gonna get much better that that!

While Amaya engages the Constable in conversation, Oukonunaka begins investigating the Honin Stone searching for any tracks.

Got it.

I will search for tracks. If Jerry is down to search we will do the two rolls. Would you like to roll or should we?

I will search for tracks. If Jerry is down to search we will do the two rolls.

Jerry, we both have plus 6 to survival I suggest we take 20 and one of assists. Doesn't really matter who makes the roll then.

Ed, are you cool with this?

That's not really useful. We have no social skills or charisma bonus. We would be relying on luck to get any information, and are just as likely (if not more likely) to piss the NPC's off. That's like me saying I'm going to sit this combat out, let me know if you need help. Oh, you died in the 1st round?

If your character is not going to talk to anyone, then what's the point? This is a team game, not just a story. We are counting on you to fulfill a specific role, and help advance the plot.

I fear Katherine has come under the power of evil spirits.

Oukununaka heads up to his room to prepare for the day's outing. He dresses and dons his armor and shield. He then sheathes his tomahawk and knife on his belt. Finally, he slings his bow and quiver over his back.

He grabs his canteen and heads downstairs to fill it and meet the rest of the party.

Oukununaka studies Stanislav for a moment.

"You should stay with Katherine while we go exploring."

After Katherine leaves, Oukonunaka finishes his meal and stands to leave.

"I will conduct my patrol of the house and grounds now, then retire for the evening. I shall be prepared to travel in the morning."

With a slight nod he exits the room and arms himself for his rounds.

I am trying to post once a day either in discussion or in gameplay (or both). I am up for visiting both places, it would be good to stretch our legs. I think the Honin Stone first as that is recent, then hit up the mausoleum. I believe we should hit up the post office either before we head out or in between the Honin Stone and mausoleum.

"I believe we should start with the Honin Stone. The happenings there are recent which will aid in our tracking. If we turn up nothing, or we still have time, we can go to the mausoleum."

"Would you me to alter my schedule to awaken with the dawn?"

"Interesting, I would like to visit this Honin Stone."

So we are going out to the honin stone and possibly to masuleum tomorrow? Whatever we do we need to stick together.

Barely containing his rage, Oukununaka addresses the table in an angry whisper through clenched teeth, ”To kill an animal and leave it’s corpse…..is loathsome.”

Do we want to investigate anything outside the house, or keep pushing through the book research?

Oukonunaka sits at the table and eats appreciatively and listens thoughtfully to the conversation. During a pause in the conversation he tells the diners that the house and its grounds are secure.

Oukonunaka spends the early evening walking the grounds looking for anything suspicious. Once it becomes dark, he returns to the house and makes sure it is secure. He seeks out Luther, Amaya, Stanislav, and Katherine before they retire for the evening to inquire if they need his assistance.

Sorry I haven't posted. I will makes sure to get one up tonight.

So we have stalled out a bit. What does everyone want to do in the afternoon/evening?

Sounds good. I will hang out while research is being done and give my two cents during discussion.

Oukonunaka rises from his seat to greet Ms. Pallaver, Dr. Vredovsky, and Mr. Clark.

"Good afternoon Ms. Pallaver, gentlemen."

He bows his his slightly to each individual. He then turns to address Ms. Pallaver.

"Would you like me to accompany you Ms. Pallaver? I can provide escort. The townsfolk may still be on edge."

So what's the plan for the afternoon? I'm not interested in reading any of the books. I could tag along with Katherine if we think that's a good idea. Or I could scout something out if you guys want.

"Fear not, I have vowed to deliver the books, and I shall see that done."

Once delivered though.....

Oukonunaka takes a pull on his pipe and exhales.

"I appreciate your offer, but I shall not read the books. Knowledge once known cannot be unknown. Dr. Pallaver said the tomes could lead to dire circumstances in the wrong circumstances. Who is to say what the right circumstance is?"

His pipe finished, Oukonunaka carefully cleans, disassembles and returns it to its special pouch.

Oukonunaka takes a drag from his pipe and carefully regards Amaya, then exhales slowly.

She is the Owl's talon, a very powerful omen. I wonder what role she will play?

"In the language of my people my name means White Owl. "

Oukonunaka takes another long slow drag from his pipe, savoring the clarity it brings, and once again exhales slowly, then sets the pipe down on the arm of his chair.

"You bear the mark of the Owl; you have his Talon." He points the stem of his pipe at Amaya's smaller hand, then sets the pipe on the arm of his chair. He then raises his left hand finger's spread, "Your fate," he then raises his right hand fingers spread, "and my fate," he then puts his two hands together fingers interlaced, "are bound together."

Oukonunaka smiles a sympathetic smile at Amya, retrieves his pipe, and takes a deep pull and exhales. His expression then becomes somber, his tone deepens, and his voice grows quiet.

"Ms. Harvey there are evil spirits at work here. The house, Katherine, and all those who mourn Dr. Pallaver were not cleansed properly by a Shaman. Dr. Pallaver's unclean possesions should have been burned, and the house cleansed by smoke. You, me, Mr. Clarke, Dr. Vredovsky, and any who associate with us are in great danger."

Oukonunaka wakes, cleans up, and eats breakfast. He then sits on the porch, lights his pipe, and reflects on the previous day.

This house needs a Shaman, bad spirits remain here. Things will get worse before they get better.

I'd like to have a conversation with Anaya. I should be able to post tomorrow.

Feeling that things are under control for the moment
Oukonunaka retires to his bedroom to sleep.

This house should be cleansed by a Shaman, evil spirits linger here. I shall do the ritual of meditation at dusk. Perhaps the spirits will guide me.

"See to the girl."

Oukonunaka begins investigating the room, checking the windows, floor, and any likely hiding places for signs of intruders.

Adrenaline floods Oukonunaka's body as he races up the stairs, his senses becoming sharper and time seeming to slow. He smells the cedar and tastes the dust in the stuffy third floor air. He hears the creaking of the floor boards as he takes two steps at a time. He feels the balance, and the grooves his hands have worn into the leather grip his Bowie knife. Finally, he sees the confidence in Luther's posture and actions. He has seen battle.

As he reaches Katherine's door he drops into a crouch, tightly coiling his legs beneath him like a puma ready to pounce on its prey. In his right hand he reverses his grip on his Bowie knife; twelve inches of well worn steel. Oukonunaka then meets Luther's eyes, grins slightly, and nods his readiness.

Woe to any attacker behind that door.

Certain that no one has enter the house from the first two floors Oukonunaka rushes upstairs to Katherine's room.

post is up

"I shall escort you Ms. Harvey. I will prepare myself."

Gunfire would draw attention. If we are to be attacked it would be an ambush, close combat. No need for the bow. The spear is no good in close quarters. Armor, shield, tomahawk, and knife.

Oukonunaka goes to his room and dons his selected armor and weapons and promptly returns to the group.

"Whenever you are ready Ms. Harvey."

Sorry, I've been down with the stomach flu. I will get a post up shortly.

Oukonunaka is good to watch the house in the evening then catch 8 hours of rest when the others wake up. We can wait to talk about the books until they are read completely. Someone can explain what Catholicon is at a later time.

Oukonunaka will make the rounds of the house and grounds once per hour.