Shiek Jubair's page

"They had left during the afternoon when the heat was at it's peak."

Even with the stolen provisions from Jubair. It is unlikely they went far during that time, but now that the sun has set and they are getting cooler they'll likely start moving to there camp. On the plus side they where likely greater delayed by Jubairs men most likely even if they had lost the fight the fight itself would require the Gnolls to seek shelter from the day until nightfall with so much heat and little water.

Akaash- The desert winds tell you easily of the Gnolls direction and how they had not made the distance that they in turn had wished to make during their raid. However along the route you do also find strange materials on the ground and the smell of magics are in the air once you find a pile of bodies, a hidden camp. Jubairs men, some partially eaten lay around you.

((Sorry about that, it was an oversight))

"It seemed they stopped after they made off with my daughter and a few provisions. They did come with a rather impressive tribe, but it was only a force of 10 maybe 12 beast men with 3 of their devil dogs. It was their leader that did the most damage to me emotionally. I am not certain how he was not only alive but as youthful as I remembered him when I fought for this Oasis the first time. Hukar was one of the most sword talented of the Gnolls I have seen. But by the way the mongrels age, he should be much like ones Grandfathers, ready to rest and sleep, not be able to fight with those whom are ...." he stops himself from saying something he likely truly believes. "Youthful." he finally spits out.

"I will worry about the Oasis and it's defenses, if you need to hunt by night, then hunt them down my friends."

Utarah- ((indeed on a 22 and from the description you can accurately determine it was Faerie Fire))

Akaash- Jubair nods "Our tribes have never been ...friendly to one another, but we tolerated one another. This faerie tale the gnolls follow called a new Dragon King seems to have stirred them up. Why they needed my daughter I do not know."

Gloin- He again nods to your statement "I will indeed speak with the Caravan master, I am certain he will allow himself to remain for some time for your return for helping me. It is a common belief within the desert for those to tempt ill-fate ignore the ill-fortune of others. It is a test some say of the very desert to see if one deserves good fortune."

Shiek Jubair bows his head as Sunset and Gloin "I thank you, however it seems your friends have made a request which shall see me owing your company a very large favor." he looks to Irathi as he asked about the magic using Gnoll.
"It wore very little clothing, but one of my men had seen it casting spells has sworn that he saw it briefly flicker in form, much like a flame, when it cast a spell. He described it's other appearances to be more foreign like your friend Gloin here. It projected a strange halo of light as it performed it's magic. However the only spell I had seen it perform myself was to engulf my daughter in strange fire that thankfully didn't seem to harm her. Sadly I had told her to take safety in our tent."

He gestures behind him. "During the battle, she was taken from me. I am not a rich man, but I can offer your Caravan much water and future safety along this route. I also have a map of the region if it would be of help to you."

Jubair sighs heavily as he seems to relax a bit more into his cushions as Utarah and Akaash speak.

"I would be very grateful as my men have not returned as of yet and after my own child was taken I am at a loss for what I can do. However... there was something curious that was said by one of the dog men." he looked at Akaash as he spoke."They said they where helping the new Dragon King. However, to my knowledge magic has been a lost art among the Gnolls in the desert, but one of them was able to cause, very magical effects, but every once an awhile it's form would shift as if it was not really the correct form."

gloin/sunset-

The guard goes back to his task as the two of them move towards the Shiek's tent.

Jubair sit's within his tent on a set of soft cushions, while his tent at first glance does seem to be originally with only one way in and one way out a recent rip to the back of it that appears to have been caused by a bladed weapon is a recent addition. The tent also appears to be slightly fought in as though a struggle took place within it.

"I am sorry I cannot be more of a host to you and your friends." he watches as Utarah's companions enter's as they must even as he speaks.

"However a recent attack by some...surprising dog men, although their ilk are often called Gnolls, the bottom feeders of the desert as far as I am concerned, and this...Tribe if it is one, is worse than their race. Normally these beastmen wait at least feed on just the dead and slain of other races. This tribe actively attacked us within the morning. They had taken a few of my people and only when your Caravan showed up had we finished taking note of what all was done. I had sent out a small search party as well after them, some of my bravest men. However since I cannot under order leave the Oasis unguarded I must remain. I fear the worst as these mongrel creatures had not only surprise but weapons as well, and their pets fought with some level of control as though trained."

He would appear to be holding back some level of information, but it obvious that he dislikes the Gnolls
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Sunset/Gloin- The guards look at you both, each of course having their own questions appearing in their minds and almost being read in their faces.
(Guard 1)-"I have never seen a Dwarf your size before...but I have seen dwarves drink several drinks that are strong, however in the desert we generally reserve those for at night."
(Guard 2)- "I see." He seems to look between you and the 'dwarf human' and speaks at you again. "But it is surprising to see a woman elf at all, as I myself Have not heard tell of an elf within the desert that didn't have skin to match the night. But I believed too that elves have been a story parents told their children about to give them wonder. Seem's I was wrong twice this day."

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((Wow didn't notice how sleepy I was when I wrote this so, I'll redo this post for you))

IRATHI - The children continue to speak of the Gnolls and the scary one with strange magic.

(Child 1)- "He made Sulma burn without burning them it was so strange to see my friend covered in fire and as she ran into her father's tent they ripped open the back to steal her away."

(Child 2)- "Are you also a Magic man?"

Akkash- They watch him as he breaths deeply the ashen air "They attacked the other evening."

UTarah- The looks at you firmly for a moment but relaxes a bit as the caravan nods at him. "Yes, perhaps you and your friend can help us weather this dark storm. Gather your friends and meet me at my tent and we can speak of your help to us."

IRATHI - The children continue to speak of the Gnolls and the scary one with strange magic.

Gloin/sunset- "Yes dwarven brew would be most... useful to have." They watch the elf with some fascination "Are you an elf? Are you out of your home element?"

Okay i halve set up the first post in the game play for all

The Caravan made it's trek through the desert slowly. The winds having blown harshly the last few days, at one point they had whipped themselves into a storm, and while the Caravan drivers and workers had been most effective at keeping their fellow travelers safe, they had not been so effective at keeping their traveling water safe.

As such they had made a slight detour to the Oasis protected by Sheik Jubair, and have arrived swiftly showing that fate is indeed with you this day.

However because it is late in the day the caravan leader has decided to accept Jubair's invitation to enjoy the night around the Oasis after hearing of your ill-fortunes in traveling.

The people that live about the Oasis seem friendly, but strangely, solem compared to Jubair. What do you wish to do?