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Vacation time is upon us! So I wanted to let you know I will be off on holidays from the 21st June until the 7th of July. I do check my games when possible, but it will obviously be hit and miss. Feel free to bot me as needed.
"We got this! Don't relent on that one!" - Reknar roars and swings - "Zelera, are you with us?! Keep it up!"
"Yeah, I recognize it" - Reknar nods at the others - "Giants. My army company had a really bad time fighting off a few of those, some years back" - he adds with a snarl - "It seems one of them is sending either another one or something else our way. Something big. Be ready"
"Nicely done ladies and gentleman. By the book - keep it up!" - Reknar encourages his companions, swinging his own weapon.
Reknar nods and assists Niadroub with pulling the Troll out of the way.
Gritting his teeth, Reknar swings hard as the troll comes into view - "Get them boys and girls!" - he roars.
Hey guys, apologies for the delays on my end - over the last two days got hit pretty hard by high fever and some other messed up symptoms. In current times... It causes some apprehension on top of the sickness itself. Trying to get back at it, if I can.
Are people wearing masks?
No worries DBH, it is expected things will be chaotic for the next few weeks.
No worries DBH, just grab some rest ;)
They have reopened a small percentage of the schools (up until the 4th grade) two weeks ago, and some business last week. Seems older kids will be returning to school only next school year. Still no further updates for this week, but around here it feels like everyone is already acting as if this is all over, when it is not... Good luck with everything and stay safe GM_DBH!
Good to hear your father does not have coronavirus, but the fact he has to stay at the hospital and you cannot visit is not so good. The situation in the US... I don't even know what to say. I get the feeling the initial measures were taken too late?
I completely agree Richard... There really must be an effort to keep excessive optimism under control.
I am in Denmark - tomorrow preschoolers and elementary students are getting back to school. Some schools will open right away, and others will open slowly over time during this and next week. My kid is staying at home while me and my wife can manage - I do not want to risk it just yet.
Good to hear you guys are all safe and well. All good so far from my end also, fortunately. My kids are almost no hassle, EXCEPT for the fact I need to constantly be chasing them for the home schooling...
Reknar turns to Mungo, trying to discuss some additional details of what will happen next. Giant: "Seems like you have a chance to get back at them for not allowing you in their group - will you fight at our side?"
"Can't say I ever remember encountering one of these" - Reknar crouches next to the drake - "Looks amazing though... I wonder if t keeps a lair..?" - he adds, standing up and looking around.
"Ok here we go then, I guess you know the drill" - Reknar shrugs, and moves after the others with preternatural speed.
Good to hear things are proceeding as well as can be expected DBH.
"Wait dammit!!" - Reknar roars as Colwyn lets fly - "We are not ready for it!"
No worries DBH - all the best, and stay safe. I have been on lockdown going for 3 weeks now.
"Not sure exactly what it is - but it is definitely big" - Reknar grunts - "Halt and be known!" - Reknar shouts - "Are you friend or foe?!" - he adds, taking a few steps cautiously forward. "Munguk, take care and stand your ground. Do not engage it alone" - the half-orc whispers to their giant ally.
"We should just double back to meet it, whatever it may be. Unless Colwyn wants to go and take a look first" - Reknar grunts.
"I guess they are" - Reknar grunts, then turns to the giant. Giant:
"How about you start by taking us to the trolls, and help us defeat them? You can show them now you are in a much better gang than the one they have. My name is Reknar."
"Understood" - Reknar nods at Colwyn, then grabs Niadroub's shine and turns back to the giant. Giant: "We have this and much more in our brewery" - Reknar smiles - "We are looking for information about the Ruined Keep, and we are also looking for an ally. We pay WELL"
Giant:
"One moment - I discuss with partners" Reknar explains the gist of the conversation to the others - "I am thinking this can be a strong ally in the area, if we can be sure to have him under control. I wouldn't mind one of those in the army... Otherwise at least he can provide info. what say you?" - he adds - "And do any of you have any liquor on you?"
Sounds like a lot of stuff happening a the same time Niadroub - on my end similar measures have been taken due to coronavirus spread. School closed and the kids are home. Me and my wife working from home also. All the best, and try to take some comfort in knowing this period will eventually pass.
Giant: "As a matter of fact I do" - Reknar goes for his backcpack and produces a bottle of whiskey - "Though this one here is expensive so... We need to make a deal before I let you have it. Yes?"
"Giants..." - Reknar grumbled - "Dumb, but tough as hell. I faced them once or thrice - the slightest mistake usually means someone dies..." - he added, as he moved closer to the creature, speaking its guttural tongue. Giant:
"Hail and well met!" - he roared - "What if I told you I have the best brewer of the whole region right here with me? Would that mean we can parley?"
Speed recovery DBH!
"Well, we can make a drinking competition" - Reknar smiles at Zelera - "Maybe we get you intoxicated"
"If he does, I want to taste it" - Reknar chuckles at Richard.
"By the numbers, nice and easy" - Reknar moves to stand between the creature and his companions, drawing his polearm and standing ready.
I know nothing about it... Do I?
"I think you will be down an arrow" - Reknar smiles.
"You are the Scout boss" - Reknar grins at Colwyn.
"Agreed I guess..." - Reknar peers around for any reasons why they should be concerned about this place.
Damn them! :D
As the reports of trolls filter in, Reknar's mood becomes fouler than usual - he visits and drills the militia more often than not, constantly making sure they are adequately equipped, and discreetly double checking the oil supplies....
"I am not acquainted with that man or woman, but whatever you decide sounds fine to me"
Reknar listens to Zelera carefully - "I am not a big fan of the whole 'unnamed forces working behind the scenes' thing" - he comments - 'Someone we never knew was watching us' and all that" - the half-orc grumbles - "But so far you have been nothing if not a trustworthy ally Zelera, so I will just take you on your word - and honestly... I think the idea is a solid one, why not try it?" - he nods in approval at his cleric companion. "After going over the accounts with Oleg, between his bouts of grumbling, I think we can manage constructing a barracks here in Thornholme while also getting started building up the trading post. We don't need to plant spades into the frozen soil just yet. I figure we could start simply by renovating the post into something a little more substantial than an old border fort. The thaw will be breaking by the time we're ready to start plowing fields around the post." "A toast to that - better to have Barracks and not need them, than the other way around" - he lifts his mug at Colwyn.
"Ah... Got it" - Reknar nods back at Zelera, then turns to order another round for him and Niadroub - "Still a lot to go to get to those two kegs" - he chuckles at the Arcanist, then turns to the others - "I'm gonna order you all also another round of what you are having" - and does just that when the serving girl or boy comes around. "So Zelera .... My question is another then" - the half-orc continues after a while - "Why do you want a Fey District?"
"Prudence and foresight have served us well this early winter. On that note although there is much that could be built we should keep in mind prudence once more, a hospital and sewage system would both be beneficial." "I think this place needs proper Barracks" - Reknar pipes in, a mug of ale in hand - "It is barely protected if any sort of concerted attack might happen" - he adds, insisting on the values of protection - "The militia boys can hold their own, but in a real scuffle..." - he lets the thought hang while he drinks. With the discussion shifting to one about the future Zalera said, "I do have a request, one that likely won't need much in the way of financial expenditure but will require a bit of a sacrifice on behalf of everyone." "Why would a fey district be on behalf of everyone?" - the half-orc asks with upfront curiosity.
Richard, I think the kingdom tracking sheet is kinda up to date on that. Ruler: Colwyn Orlack
Reknar thinks we should consider a Barracks.
Reknar simply refuses to stop flying, instead waiting until the effects expire.
Once again on land, a huge smile apparently plastered on his face (which disturbingly only evidences even further his fangs), he pats Niadroub on the back again - "TWO kegs my friend - that was amazing" Without much enthusiasm, he goes over the items his companions have retrieved.
"Announcing our victory and drinking to it - solid as always Richard!" - the half-orc laughs.
Reknar flies/charges across the expanse to attack the second wyvern - "Niadroub, I owe you a keg of beer!" - he roars.
Seeing Isaac doing short work of one of the wyverns, Reknar heads out to face the other one and assist Richard - "Keep it up!"
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