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Vaard is shocked by the turn of events and slow to react.
I'll post later, too much going on here to consider this at work.
"Agreed. Let us make our way, casually".
"Should we see Hedrig once more before we leave this place? Or perhaps escape this place is the more accurate description, then head to the ship".
Wow 10 new posts IC since Friday! Will update today.
Vaard nods his head in agreement, happy that this is not something sinister and is instead a cause he can easily rally behind.
Vaard listens to the song though he does not know the tongue. He smiles as Hedrig offers to assist. As the group reaches the office Vaard keeps his voice quiet for now, ready to step in though he is quite sure that their newfound friend will be the convincing one, or not, in this interaction.
I've got 23,799.
"Not intentionally friend, we were boarded and forced to land. Is it common for the Griffon Riders to do this to travelers through this territory?"
"Perhaps they are simply trying to attain some wealth from us by making us pay fees to get the vessel out of the impound? If this is the case, what would be our approach?" --- Cole stands by watching the room scanning for potential threats while his allies drink.
Vaard shrugs, "Agreed, let us keep our heads down and our snouts clean. The sooner we are away the better to be sure". Vaard follows Bokehn keeping quiet and away from any beings that seem like they may wish to cause trouble.
Vaard nods at Atsu's comment but says nothing further remaining passive at the boarding, after all, the group was not smuggling weapons.
Vaard turns to his companions, "Non threatening. That's the look". Vaard considers using the hat to take the appearance of a dwarf but this close they may see and if they do such an act may arouse suspicion and so, he remains himself.
"They are not coming in our direction are they? We seem rather far for them to perceive us as a threat".
"What are those tiny white dots past the volcano in the distance?"
"They use the volcano to forge? I would think they must have elemental wizards present to ensure the volcano remains just active enough else they would meet their doom. It is something to see the world from this vantage point. It still leaves me disquiet to be so high".
"I suppose reincarnation yet it felt like something more. Not a new body but a new outlook, a new lens through which I viewed the world. My allies did not have a similar "religious conversion" yet experienced a similar transition. Perhaps it was always with me but took a conflagration to make me open my eyes for the first time. What of you?"
Vaard grins at the question, "Nothing out of the ordinary, annihilation and rebirth due to the direct intervention of the Flame. A common story I am sure".
Vaard stares off of the edge of the ship at the sights such heights reveal. He is not quite comfortable, after all he has no wings, but he does appreciate the sight all the same.
Vaard nods to Kar, "Thank you". As the ship rises he approaches Bokehn, "How long will the trip take? Is there a way to arrive near but not in the city? If our foes are looking for an airship from Krezent, magical hats or no, our arrival in Regalport will be warning enough that we are or may, have arrived".
Vaard regards Ashshar without blinking, "A unique look, perhaps too much so, maybe something more ordinary?"
Vaard shakes his head as he places the box in his backpack.
"This is quite the assortment of potions. They will no doubt come in handy".
Vaard nods. "Understood. Quite useful and much appreciated ".
Vaard places one of the aps on his brow and concentrates on being less scaly and more fleshy. As unnerving as that may be he continues to focus on what his memory of a human is, about his height, dark hair, dark eyes, olive skin complexion. "How do I look?" He begins to move around and look at his own hands, "Is there a limit to this magic?"
Vaard cocks his head not entirely sure if this is some sort of humor. Deciding it is not he does not respond, the lizardfolk after all are a blunt people and Vaard appreciates bluntness even if his transition to the Flame has given him the urge to be more "social".
Vaard nods in approval, "I thank you Qadnis. These items are sorely needed". The Cleric retrieves and dons the items he selected. "This is quite the laboratory, how many unique items do you produce each year"
Vaard is up and on his feet ready to follow, despite the quiet contemplation in the company of other worshippers of the Flame, Vaard is anxious to move forward with the quest. Indeed, he senses that those here do not fully respect his conversion as of yet, he will need to prove that he is as worthy of the powers of the Flame as those who have been life long adherents.
"This time shall be different Cole, this time the Flame and its Heralds shall be with us".
Vaard's reptilian eyes blink as he processes Atsu's comments, "I am recently a convert of the Silver Flame though I feel my studies have progressed quickly even with so little time devoted. I felt the touch of the Flames caress me and give me a second life. This time, I shall not walk through the world blindly as if all that matters is the small space that I and my people occupy. We must interact with the larger world to ensure that our hatchlings survive and thrive. This quest has brought me places and shown me things I would have not dreamt of, it seems my past is another life entirely that someone else lived. I know little of Regalport Atsu, know you much about it? If I remember correctly Cole once told me that it is the notional capital of the Lhazaar Principalities and that a rogue Knights Arcane outfit operates from the city".
As the time to leave draws near, Vaard approaches the newest member of the group, Atsu. "Greetings. I thought it sensible to discuss with you what you see as your role in this coming endeavor and perhaps understand better what capabilities you may have that our band coordinate our efforts as best we can with you. No doubt this trip to Regalport will not be one without hardships and challenges".
Vaard spends his free time praying to the Silver Flame, contemplating the meaning of his newfound faith and the small doubts which the Dragon has placed in the mind of the fledgling Cleric. "Is the Dragon speaking the truth? Is the Flame no more than the whisperings of my own mind or the raving of a mortal held within the flames of eternity themselves? How can this be? My powers manifested through the Divinity of the Flame are real. The Heralds I beckon to aid me tangible until their flames extinguish. Does it matter if the goals of the Flame and those of mine own match and I bring forth a better world? I say prophecies be damned, we will make our own fates and I shall not heed the words of the Dragon, regardless of its splendor. Let the Prophecies bend to our will!" Renewed in his faith after some small doubts, Vaard calls upon the Flame the eve before he and his companions must set out. "Guide us along the path and protect us from the foes that would set to cause us harm. Act through me that your will be done and I shall not falter along this path set out before me".
Cleric (Herald Caller) Level 4 - HP = Meh - HP = 9 (+4 1/2 + 4 Con +1 Favored Class)
Thanks Cole! Good luck with the move and sale. I'll level when I have a moment.
Based on XP should we be level 6 or 7?
Yes, the shulassakar were going to equip you according to your shopping lists, but you dashed into the Depths before they had time to create much for you. You can complete that now if you haven't already. I found my list, will add the items to my inventory.
Vaard bows to the august body assembled before he and his allies. "Thank you for your assistance in healing our wounds. I agree with Nalverren's assessment, we appear to have some role but that role is shrouded in mystery. Though the Flame has given me a new vision of who I am, its brightness blinds me to what is next on store".
Reading the thread now, will post before I hit the gym. Thanks again for allowing me back in Aubrey!
Vaard and his Elemental strike! Burning Hands - - Reflex save DC 15.
Vaard will direct his remaining elemental against the Horde. Fire Elemental Attack - Slam Attack
Burning Hands - . The Horde disperses his first elemental and Vaard releases a gout of flame in response. Meanwhile, his second summoned creature continues its assault. Vaard will direct his remaining elemental against the Horde then summon another to fight alongside it.
Fire Elemental - Slam Attack
Vaard will direct his remaining elemental against the Horde then summon another to fight alongside it.
Fire Elemental - Slam Attack
Fire Elemental - Slam Attack
Fire Elemental - Slam Attack
The elemental ignores the attacks of the Horde, or at least, those around it cannot discern its pain as it strikes back. Vaard in the meantime presses an all out attack vs. the Horde Bite:,
Vaard rushes forward and sees that the way may well be cut off. He pauses near his companions. . He calls upon the Silver Flame to aid he and his companions.
The call is answered instantaneously and appearing near the edge of the Abyss is a fire elemental, the flame in its most pure form!
Fire Elemental - Slam Attack
Vaard needs no prompting, while the last battle was difficult, this seems one which they would be hard pressed to last for more than a few moments in. He runs!
Vaard keeps quiet but hopes that the group is moving along the right path, he's no desire to face more of those creatures or anything worse down here.
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