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Does that mean we can expect to see another campaign journal entry some time soon Derric?

Shalelu looks at Leokian and smiles assuingly. "He's been through a lot...and wasn't really a people person to begin with, so taking all that into consideration yes. Then again it is a bit odd for him to let us stay but I'm sure he's just showing gratitude for saving him from that thing."

At hearing Derric's shouts Shalelu looks at Shaeda and motions her inside "Come on!" she then bolts for the door and is by Derrics side in a flash.

Shalelu goes after Andrisel slips, stifling a bit of a snicker. "Come now Andrisel its not that difficult you just need to mind the moss and broken boards." As she talks she almost steps in a hole but notices at the last moment and makes it safely to the other side.

Reflex:1d20 + 8 ⇒ (3) + 8 = 11

Its DC 10 to make it safely to the other side.

Shalelu puts her ear to the door and then a finger to her lips silencing the group. As she does this there is a loud thrump heard coming from inside the house. Shalelu jumps and her hand reflexivly goes to the short sword at her side but she doesn't draw it. A few seconds later a voice comes through the door. "Yes...who's there?"

"Walthus Proudstump, halfling ranger lives there. He should be able to tell us where the goblins make camp." Shalelu says and then moves forward toward the house. The muddy trail your on now leads up to a swampy lagoon. The open ocean is visible just beyond these shallow waters, while an old two-story building, its walls soggy with moss and its roof sagging with age, sits on the lagoon’s eastern shore. Shalelu makes her way up to the door of the house and knocks. After a moment there is no answer.

Shalelu looks over the weapon pile "What would anyone want with this junk. Look at those swords they barely have any edge to them and those bows...well you picked the three that will fire, the rest of them are best used for kindling." At Tarvinda's question she smiles "Yes onto the swamps and yes I killed all of these...they made the fatal mistake of hurting a friend...I'd do the same thing for all of you."

The weapons are in pretty bad shape and sized for goblins. The bows would be equivalent to short bows for any of you.

Reflex:1d20 + 8 ⇒ (15) + 8 = 23
Acrobatics:1d20 + 12 ⇒ (8) + 12 = 20

Shalelu, wanting to show off a little bit tries to flip up into a hand stand and cross the bridge on her hands. She manages to hand walk all the way across the bridge but her shirt slides down and her ample chest is exposed momentarily. Not noticing she turns back to the rest of the group, still upside down, and says "There can any of you beat that?"

Sorry if this seems totally random but I'm in a goofy mood due to some antics going on in another one of my games lol

Shalelu looks at Leokian, a faint smile tracing her lips as well. "Oh is that all I needed to do huh? Well I guess we can work together to help figure out whats going on here at least. After all your arcane trickery comes in handy sometimes."

At Derrics words Shalelu shakes her head "Green adventureres get themselves killed. Your just lucky I was here to handle that thing...it tried to rip your throat out. Though I am impressed you took the full brunt of its attacks and are still breathing, thanks to Shaeda of course. You might be tougher than I give you credit for...might being the key word."

Once you are done with the Sheriff you are free to set off to the swamp. You travel for about an hour before Shalelu stops you. She gets a horrified look on her face for a moment and then its gone. She moves off the road and bends down over a body. "This is were it happened...collect the ears if you wish for the bounty."

Shalelu turns as Derric is speaking, an angry look on her face. "You all should be more careful. There are apparently things of great danger in this swamp. I mean to have a word with the Sheriff about sending unskilled people here...those interested in the bounty that aren't as skilled as you lot are stand little chance of survival. It makes me wonder why the Sheriff announced the bounty at the Rusty Dragon where all the worlds dolts gather. Come now its getting dark we best be on our way. Oh and before I forget" She reaches into a pouch on her belt and pulls out a folded and wrinkled piece of paper and then presses it into Leokian's hands. "It's a map...just remembered I had the silly thing. I trust you know how to use it seeing how you've been following me around for ages."

Shalelu looks at the others gathered around and smiles "I am coming with you, though I agree that we should seek out the Sheriff on our way out. I don't think he'll spare anyone to help but he should be made aware of what has happened. Those of you thinking I should stay behind should quickly rethink that argument and spare me the words because I won't listen...I need to get retribution...I mean to get to the bottom of the attacks."

Sorry didn't see your question Derric

Shalelu looks at Derric and smiles a little. "Giant leeches, ticks, poisonous frogs, snakes, fire ants, and there is rumors of a river monster that lives in the swamps with a very large pincer like jaw but I think its just hog wash." She then scratches Derric behind the ear "Nothing a strong man such as your self can't handle though I'm sure.

As you get to the bridge she is the first to cross and makes it almost effortlessly across the bridge. "Just mind your step the structure is still sound just some missing planks. The moss is a little slick as well but I'm sure you all will be fine."

"Come on Leokian I'll show you to the general store." Shalelu says and then takes him to the store and make sure he has all the equipment he needs.

After an hour you guys set off, ready to tackle this adventure. You make your way down the lost coast road to the south. You travel with out issue for a half an hour until Shalelu stops you. She walks off the bath to the side of the road. As you look around you notice the grass here has been flattened and there is blood everywhere. After a long uncomfortable silence she speaks. "This...this is where the attack happened." She then kneels down, drawing a dagger from her belt and cuts off an ear from a dead goblin. That's when you notice the 6 dead goblins laying scattered about the side of the road.

Shalelu smiles at Leokian and puts a hand on his arm "Thank you for understanding and not requesting that I stay behind...I would have followed you guys anyway so way to bypass an argument." she smiles at the rest of you and nods "Why don't we meet at the gate to the lost cost road in an hour? Does that give everyone enough time?"

Hopefully thats a good enough explantion, in game ters, for what a firework is lol

Shalelu shakes her head and shugs "I'm not sure"

Shalelu looked as if she were concentrating a bit and then nodded her head "Licktoad tribe I think...they're based in the Brinestump marsh down south. Not many people go in that marsh though...tough traveling through the soggy depths."

So You want to ride ahead Lamb and Wolf? I don't think that is wise but I won't stop you. I really should be getting back to the fort unless you want my assistance further.

Shalelu looks at Iozif and shakes her head "Not only are they 3 days off...but the town of Ravengrow...it gone...they leveled it for not apparent reason."

Shalelu smiles at the two men and nods "I agree you guys can go on ahead, I can stay back and start on preperations here. Do you want me to get the others so we can discuss plans further? Why don't we meet at the Rusty dragon say in 15 minutes? I'm sure Ameiko can find somewhere quiet for us to meet."

Shalelu makes her way over to the group and pulls a note out of a pouch along her waist. "My men intercepted this...you might want to read it." She hands the note over to John.

Shalelu stiffens under Sora's touch but relaxes a little. "You really think you're going to get me to rest Sora? I need to go check on Ameiko. It was bad Sora...really really bad...I just hope that old bat is able to patch her up, but it might have been to late." After her burns are tended she struggles to her feet intent to go check on Ameiko unless others insist on stopping her.

"I doubt they were headed here. It happened miles from town but they have been attacking caravans along the Lost Cost for weeks now. I've tried getting the Sherrif and Mayor to re-enstate the bounty for goblins but they wouldn't listen...maybe now that one of their own has been almost murdered they'll listen. Those green bastards have been getting brave and some depraved idiot gave them fireworks which they use to burn their victims....hurts like a b****" she motions to the burns on her stomach, hands, arms, and face.

"NO I'm fine thanks Gardos. she responds to his question and then turns to Andrisel. "Please follow Ayame and make sure he's okay. I suspect she's rather upset and headed right for Koya's and with your connection to her...you're a logical person to send to check on her."

The cuts on her body close but some of the more nasty looking burns remain. Some are even starting to blister. "Goblin attack south of town. I was on my daily patrol and I heard a blood curdling scream...unfortunatly I was to late getting there..." tears started to stream down her face stinging her eyes and the soot and blood started to smear on her face. She looked at Ayame and shook her head trying to calm her emotions. "It...was your sister" she choked. "She's alive...barely but hurt worse than I was. I did what I could to fend off her attackers, scooped her up and carried her to back to town. She's with Koya now...doesn't look good but if anyone can fix her up it would be that old bat."

Just as some of you are starting to wonder where Ameiko is a tall elven woman comes stumbling into the Rusty Dragon. Some will recognize her as Shalelu. Blood and soot cover her face and hands and she has several burns and cuts on her abdomin, still bleeding. She falls into a seat and asks in a scratchy voice "Is there a cleric in the house?

Shalelu looks at the group almost expectantly. "Could I trouble one of you for a couple teleport scrolls. If you want me to track them down it would be faster for me to just teleport to the cities along their possible path and see what I find and then teleport back. If you can't spare the funds however I guess I can just walk." her words trail off.

Shalelu stood listening to them discuss strategy. "The idea of bringing the fight to them before they reach Sandpoint is an intreaguing one to say the least. If this is the way you decide to go do you wish to have my assistance as well? We don't exactly know how many we are facing. Do you want me to scout ahead and get some recon on them or do you want to accompany me in tracking them down?"

Shalelu pales as Baldric speaks but just scowles at him. "I bring dire news...your efforts with Barl have not ended the war as you had hoped. We were able to intercept this letter from an ogrekin and while I know I was to stay at Fort Renick...I knew you needed to know... she nervously bit her lip and handed a letter over to Baldric.

Shalelu leans over to Erasmes as Valeria is performing.

"I will be taking my leave of the festivities and start scouting. I'll be back in 2-3 days to check in. Do you want me to try tracking Teraktinus and getting something of his to help with the scry? I'm not a fan of helping Horp but it was your idea so..." her words trail off as her eyes drift down to the goblin.

what are these guys doing to me...I would have killed him on sight a year ago, now I let him dance in front of me...maybe they're right...I mean he isn't that bad. And he did help save my father...

"...so I can try to grab something if you like."

After speaking she makes her way over to Ameiko, gets some meat and supplies for the road, and then heads out.

Anyone in the area with them can hear the conversation, which is why its not in spoilers though it was directed at just Erasmes.

What person are you thinking of Erasmes?

She gives Valeria a weak smile and put a hand on her shoulder, giving it a gentle squeeze. [b]"I'm sorry lass but I do not. I will scout the area and see if I can find and for sure keep you posted. Are you thinking that we keep this underwraps for now until things are a little more confirmed"

She scowles as Horp starts speaking then looks to Valeria and shakes her head. "Its a wonder you have been as successful as you have with the company you choose to keep." She then shakes her head. "Anyway if you would like me to stick around a few days and keep an eye out on things I can. Father has his hands full anyway at the fort so I won't be missed..." There is a hint of sadness in her words.

"Excuse me...who are you" Shalelu says almost snatching the note away from Cerenity. "This is a private matter not something for the eyes of a simpleton, back to your drinking wench."

Shalelu would have been at the fort when you guys met Cerenity I believe so she would have no clue who she is lol.

As you approach her she looks up, the faintest of smiles crossing her lips. She scans the group and smiles a little wider "Finally got rid of that goblin I see. About ti... she pauses as she sees him, the dour look returning to her face. "...Oh.... She flushes and looks to the note on the table "Right...my men at the fort intercepted this...I figure you guys would want to know..."

Barl is the giant you just slayed at the end of the last book. He was amassing a HUGE ogre army and with his death the army has dissipated...or so you thought.

Shalelu nods at the mayor and then waves a dismissive hand at him. "They are in my care Mayor no need to worry." she says to him and then after he leaves she adds "Useless harlet..."

She then turns to the party. "As he said I've been tracking the increased activity for a while now. I'm 100% sure that the licktoad tribe is responsible for this. I saw their chief last night in the attack..but I couldn't get to him..." She looks very distressed at the memory and tears come to her eyes for a moment before she steels herself. "Anyway I know their main camp is in Brinestump Marsh. The bad news is its about a two day trip from here. I'm up for it if you are but would you mind if I checked on my friend first?

As Vera returns with her bow Shalelu practically hugs Vera and takes the bow from her. "Thank you very much I know this couldn't have been easy for you. Now lets go kick some Goblin butt.

Shalelu looks a little troubled at all the attention she is getting and is starting to loose her temper. Finally she's had enough "STOP IT!!!" she screams and then doubles over in pain and starts to cough. She regains her compsure a moment later. "Look...I appreciate all your concern but there is no way I can let a bunch of wet around the ears adventurers seek revenge for an attack on Ameiko...not while I lay back in bed with my feet up. Its not going to happen. And the next person who suggests that it should is going to have to deal with me personally." She takes a moment to center herself again. "Now, if anyone has a bow they wouldn't mind lending me so I can defend my self that would be wonderful."

Stubborn little witch isn't she lol.