The half orc serving wench brings over 5 mugs of ale to your party and informs you food is on the way!
"Thank you my good lady. My friends and I appreciate your hard work. Might I enquire as to the name of this fair city that you call home?"
Rolling her eyes at the incorrigible flirt, Magatha chips in with her own ideas.
"Perhaps we should find out if there are any rules we have to look out for first. I don't want my first night in town to be spent in some stinking prison cell."
Rolling her eyes at the incorrigible flirt.
And it's called being gentlemanly, not being flirtatious =)
"Perhaps we should find out if there are any rules we have to look out for first. I don't want my first night in town to be spent in some stinking prison cell."
Turning to Magatha and just missing the eyes rolling.
"All the more reason to visit the local Sheriff's Station my dear. Learning the laws of a place is always a good way to learn alot about that place."He thinks to himself while he waits for a response from the barmaid, then adds "Plus it will help me to keep all of you out of jail by avoiding anything which could in any way be misconstrued as against the law."
Again here he glances briefly at Jebb.
"It will also be a good thing in the long run if we are on good terms with the Local Sheriff's Office."
He turns back to the barmaid and flashes a welcoming smile to put her at ease as he waits for her response.
Rolling her eyes at the incorrigible flirt, Magatha chips in with her own ideas.
"Perhaps we should find out if there are any rules we have to look out for first. I don't want my first night in town to be spent in some stinking prison cell."
"Indeed! And I do not want to spend my first night fighting the entire town guard to rescue you. Invigorating, for sure, but I am rather tired."
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The half orc serving wench brings over 5 mugs of ale to your party and informs you food is on the way!"Thank you my good lady. My friends and I appreciate your hard work. Might I enquire as to the name of this fair city that you call home?"
The half orc wench looks at you kind of funny at the silly question thinking you are in the city but not sure what its called is kinda weird to her but she answers.... You are in the City of Splendors, Waterdeep!
"Waterdeep... I've never heard of this city, so we certainly aren't in Varisia anymore. Do you think we might have been sent to Magnimar?"
Magatha seems excited to think we may be near to the city which is the original home to her martial discipline.
With a gentle hand on Magatha's shoulder Brenon tries to calm her.
"Lets not be concerned of such things till next morn, after we have eaten and slept."
The half orc wench looks at you kind of funny at the silly question thinking you are in the city but not sure what its called is kinda weird to her but she answers.... You are in the City of Splendors, Waterdeep!
"Thank you my dear, it must seem a strange question indeed, but my friends and I are not from around these parts and have journeyed far in search of a place to rest."
Artemis pulls a Gold Piece from out of his belt pouch, careful to keep the motion hidden from prying eyes. He hold the coin out to the girl and says "When you return with our food, this will be yours if you would sit with us for a moment and recount some of the lore and tales of this Splendid City, so that we could be better armed with information? He flashes her another smile and pockets the Coin.
With a gentle hand on Magatha's shoulder Brenon tries to calm her.
"Lets not be concerned of such things till next morn, after we have eaten and slept."
"Yes, especially eaten."
Does this place have rooms?
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As you all sit there waiting for the food you notice that the tavern is getting busier and busier with lots of sailors and mercenary types, its gone from a soft roar to a very loud happening place. Your food arrives on huge platters and the smell almost knocks you off your feet, the hunger in your belly immediately begins to rumble wanting whats on thoses platter in a bad way. Placed in front of you is a whole roasted Goose with baby root vegetables, Eggs and Sausage, Rabbit Stew and Breads and cheeses. The half orc wench smiles and begins to walk away.....
Artemis- Roll a diplomacy check to see if she stays or not!
Mm *slurp* ah *burb*
Cant type.... eating.
The half orc wench smiles and begins to walk away.....
Artemis- Roll a diplomacy check to see if she stays or not!
Artemis flashes another smile at the serving maid and indicates at her to sit, barely able to keep from staring at the mountain of food and drink she has brought out.
Artemis flashes another smile at the serving maid and indicates at her to sit, barely able to keep from staring at the mountain of food and drink she has brought out.
Between mouthfulls... "Don't talk for too long Artemis! I'll try to save you some dinner, but I nearly think I fear for my life if I get between Jinx and his meal!"
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The half orc wench sits down next to Artemis and looks at him... What would you like to know stranger..
Artemis slips the Gold Piece to the Serving Maid and picks up his mug of Ale. "First a toast to your fair City of Waterdeep, our current home away from home." He lifts his mug and takes a long pull.
Putting the mug back down and spearing a sausage with a fork, Artemis turns back to the Barmaid and asks..."Number 1. You have already told us the name of the City, but we are from lands far away and would like to know a little about the surrounding towns and cities.
Number 2. Tell us a little about your City. It's rulers, Law Enforcement Agencies and daily goings on.
Number 3. Tell us a little more about this area, and in particular where might we find an Inn close by where we could get a room and one would hope a warm bath for dear Magatha here." He indicates Magatha with a wave of half a sausage on a fork.
"And Number 4. What pray tell is your name my dear for I have forgotten my manners and did not ask? Please if you would, start with Number 4 and wherever your story takes us from there we would be most appreciative to hear." He once again flashes her his wide grin and, finishing his sausage he sets about spearing another, narrowly beating Jinx to the last one on the plate.
The half orc wench sits down next to Artemis and looks at him... What would you like to know stranger..Artemis slips the Gold Piece to the Serving Maid and picks up his mug of Ale. "First a toast to your fair City of Waterdeep, our current home away from home." He lifts his mug and takes a long pull.
Putting the mug back down and spearing a sausage with a fork, Artemis turns back to the Barmaid and asks...
"Number 1. You have already told us the name of the City, but we are from lands far away and would like to know a little about the surrounding towns and cities.
Number 2. Tell us a little about your City. It's rulers, Law Enforcement Agencies and daily goings on.
Number 3. Tell us a little more about this area, and in particular where might we find an Inn close by where we could get a room and one would hope a warm bath for dear Magatha here." He indicates Magatha with a wave of half a sausage on a fork.
"And Number 4. What pray tell is your name my dear for I have forgotten my manners and did not ask? Please if you would, start with Number 4 and wherever your story takes us from there we would be most appreciative to hear." He once again flashes her his wide grin and, finishing his sausage he sets about spearing another, narrowly beating Jinx to the last one on the plate.
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The half orc wench sits down next to Artemis and looks at him... What would you like to know stranger..Artemis slips the Gold Piece to the Serving Maid and picks up his mug of Ale. "First a toast to your fair City of Waterdeep, our current home away from home." He lifts his mug and takes a long pull.
Putting the mug back down and spearing a sausage with a fork, Artemis turns back to the Barmaid and asks...
"Number 1. You have already told us the name of the City, but we are from lands far away and would like to know a little about the surrounding towns and cities.
Number 2. Tell us a little about your City. It's rulers, Law Enforcement Agencies and daily goings on.
Number 3. Tell us a little more about this area, and in particular where might we find an Inn close by where we could get a room and one would hope a warm bath for dear Magatha here." He indicates Magatha with a wave of half a sausage on a fork.
"And Number 4. What pray tell is your name my dear for I have forgotten my manners and did not ask? Please if you would, start with Number 4 and wherever your story takes us from there we would be most appreciative to hear." He once again flashes her his wide grin and, finishing his sausage he sets about spearing another, narrowly beating Jinx to the last one on the plate.
The half orc wench smiles at the onslot of questions and takes a moment to think on what was asked of her. Me name is Dalla, I live in the big city of Waterdeep, I's brings food and drink to the paying people and if the want a little tumble it costs more coins. Pretty lady could use a good bath by the looks of her. She could get one at The Rearing Hippocampus Inn or The Blackstar Inn. Both of those inns ares ins the Docks area. The Blackstar is good because it has good walls, I's makes alot of noise during a tumble and nobody cans hears me hehe! As she finishes, the huge barkeep comes over with a look of anger on his face... Get to work wench, we got alot of thirsty sailors here to serve, so get off that big old ugly arse of yours and deliver drinks NOW! He walks off in a huff. Della gets up and says.. Sorry gots to work now, good lucks with the lady there, hehe.... and she heads off to work.....
Thanking Dalla with a smile, Magatha eats a modest meal then stands.
"If I am needed, I will be at the Blackstar Inn in a short while, but first I am going to check out the local marketplace." First going over to the serving girl and murmuring her thanks, she then makes her way out the door.
Zoomackula:
When I go over to Dalla, I mention to her that 'Mr Goldfingers' (Artemis) is actually VERY good at 'tumbling' and suggest that if she's game, she should surprise him in his room over at the Blackstar tonight.
When I head over to the marketplace, I am going to purchase some soap, some local clothing and some earplugs . I will also see if I can pick up some local gossip. Gather Information: (1d20-1=6)
Brenon finishing his meal and looking over the devastated carcass of the half eaten boar decides its time to walk of his meal.
"I think i might go pay a visit to the The Rearing Hippocampus Inn and The Blackstar Inn. See what sort of lodging they have and any stray bits of info on this place, you guys should be able to find me at one of the inns when you are done."
Brenon has a quick word with Dalla on his way out.
Thinking dalla to be ever so slightly to stupid to have any reason to not trust a worshiper of Olidammara brenon decides she is best to ask about any temples... he does so with a gold piece in his hand
"Dalla, would you know of any temples around here? I'm looking for followers of Olidammara?"
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Thanking Dalla with a smile, Magatha eats a modest meal then stands.
"If I am needed, I will be at the Blackstar Inn in a short while, but first I am going to check out the local marketplace." First going over to the serving girl and murmuring her thanks, she then makes her way out the door.Zoomackula:
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Magatha leaves the group sitting at the table to finish eatting their supper....
Magatha:
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A bit after Magatha leaves, Brenon gets up and leaves also leaving Artemis, Orelan and Jebb at the table!
Brenon:
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Della comes by again with another round of drinks for the three remaining party members at the table. She bends down and whispers into Artemis's ear...
Della comes by again with another round of drinks for the three remaining party members at the table. She bends down and whispers into Artemis's ear...
Artemis looks a little flustered and whispers back into Della's ear...
He flashes another smile at Della after he finishes whispering to her, although to those that know him the smile looks a little forced and Artemis still looks a little uneasy.
Orelan sits back and stretches his legs under the table.
"Ah, Dalla. Sorry to interrupt. Could you bring me some more bread, some cheese - goat's cheese if you have it, and whatever red you have to hand. Many thanks."
Another hour or so filling up the corners, then I'll head to one of the inns.
"Artemis, which inn was recommended as more comfortable?"
"Artemis, which inn was recommended as more comfortable?"
Artemis , looking thankful for the distraction, flips open his notebook and reads...
"The Blackstar Inn was recomended as the better of the two I believe. I think that was where Magatha said she was going also. We should probably head down there after we finish our lunch and see if we can get rooms or we may have to look at The..." He checks his notebook again "Rearing Hippocampus and I'd rather not be part of a split party in an unknown city as large as this."|
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Della comes by again with another round of drinks for the three remaining party members at the table. She bends down and whispers into Artemis's ear...Artemis looks a little flustered and whispers back into Della's ear...
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He flashes another smile at Della after he finishes whispering to her, although to those that know him the smile looks a little forced and Artemis still looks a little uneasy.
Della walks a way a little sad but does give you directions to both inn's and the nearest city watch station.
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Della brings to the table what Orelan asked for with a smile and a wink at Artemis as she walks away. As the three of you are sitting there enjoying your food and beverage a drunk sailor comes up to the table and grabs one of the vacant chairs, turns it around so the back is now facing the table and proceeds to take a seat. I don't like you and my friend there does not like you either. We are wanted criminals in 5 other cities.....
Della brings to the table what Orelan asked for with a smile and a wink at Artemis as she walks away. As the three of you are sitting there enjoying your food and beverage a drunk sailor comes up to the table and grabs one of the vacant chairs, turns it around so the back is now facing the table and proceeds to take a seat. I don't like you and my friend there does not like you either. We are wanted criminals in 5 other cities.....
Artemis turns slowly to Orelan, then back to the sailor.
"Then it is a good thing that you have come to me to turn yourself in. I am after all an officer of the law visiting from another town. It would be my pleasure to escort you and your friend to the local Sheriff's Station."
He flashes the sailor a grin and then turns slightly to wink at Orelan.
Magatha leaves the group sitting at the table to finish eatting their supper....Magatha:
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Zoomackula
"Not so much lost good sir, as taking in the sights of the city, this is my first visit to Waterdeep and I dislike being unfamiliar with my surroundings. Perhaps you could help me though, would you know of any shrines or temples in town to the Lady of Serenity?"
I don't like you and my friend there does not like you either. We are wanted criminals in 5 other cities....."Then it is a good thing that you have come to me to turn yourself in. I am after all an officer of the law visiting from another town. It would be my pleasure to escort you and your friend to the local Sheriff's Station."
He flashes the sailor a grin and then turns slightly to wink at Orelan.
Orelan, with an answering smile, and in grave tones...
"Well, indeed. From the smell and appearance, you were very unsuccessful criminals. You have done well to repent and throw yourself on my friend's mercy."
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Della brings to the table what Orelan asked for with a smile and a wink at Artemis as she walks away. As the three of you are sitting there enjoying your food and beverage a drunk sailor comes up to the table and grabs one of the vacant chairs, turns it around so the back is now facing the table and proceeds to take a seat. I don't like you and my friend there does not like you either. We are wanted criminals in 5 other cities.....
Artemis turns slowly to Orelan, then back to the sailor.
"Then it is a good thing that you have come to me to turn yourself in. I am after all an officer of the law visiting from another town. It would be my pleasure to escort you and your friend to the local Sheriff's Station."
He flashes the sailor a grin and then turns slightly to wink at Orelan.
The mean looking sailor scowls at you and starts to say I'm not here to turn myself in...I'm here to kills you... As he is saying that he is jumping out of his seat reaching for something but never finishes because one of the huge barkeeps grabs him and says..You have had enough to drink here Lem so take your drunken arse out of here now and leave these nice people alone... The barkeep leads Lem out of the tavern with a not so nice shoove.... The barkeep comes back over to the table Not to be rude or anything but you should leave also, this place is going to get rougher as the night goes on for nice people like yourselves, the last round is in us, thank you...
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I don't like you and my friend there does not like you either. We are wanted criminals in 5 other cities....."Then it is a good thing that you have come to me to turn yourself in. I am after all an officer of the law visiting from another town. It would be my pleasure to escort you and your friend to the local Sheriff's Station."
He flashes the sailor a grin and then turns slightly to wink at Orelan.Orelan, with an answering smile, and in grave tones...
"Well, indeed. From the smell and appearance, you were very unsuccessful criminals. You have done well to repent and throw yourself on my friend's mercy."
Orelan:
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Magatha leaves the group sitting at the table to finish eatting their supper....Magatha:
** spoiler omitted **Zoomackula
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Magatha:
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Carnesir:
The barkeep comes back over to the table Not to be rude or anything but you should leave also, this place is going to get rougher as the night goes on for nice people like yourselves, the last round is in us, thank you...
Raising his mug to the barkeep...
"Thank You my good man, we are just finishing up and then we'll be on our way."Turning back to the table...
"Well then eat up Orelan, looks like we have overstayed our welcome at this tavern, and the Blackstar Inn's Bath & Bed is calling us."
With that he downs the rest of his ale and reaches across to grab a bit of Orelan's cheese.
Carnesir after leaving the tavern…
As Carnesîr turns about, his hooded charcoal colored cloak whips about him and with a raised dark colored brow he looks up from the sailor to the barkeep and then back to the sailor once the barkeep has gone back inside. As the dust from the sailor’s impact settles around Carnesîr dark grey boots, he watches for a brief moment as the sailor tries to right himself of the dejected situation.
As he begins to reach down to offer a dark grey gloved hand, the sailor unsteadily looks up and manages to put together a few broken words, which once uttered, strikes the squatting young Carnesîr as quite funny. Seeing as the comment comes from a man in such as precarious circumstance, it nearly causes him to fall over himself. An awkward scene to any onlookers as the pale skin Carnesîr with dark hair and matching colored eyes (the staple and unmistakable description of a Chelaxian, though dressed in a few different shades of grey, hence his adopted nickname), looks very much like a youthful lad perhaps mocking and having a bit of fun at the sailors expense.
”five cities, you don’t say.., and here I’m looking for perhaps a way to finding my way back to just one.” He say with a chuckle in his voice. ”names Gray Spider, but folks just call me Spider. So what's the names of these cities your talking about and who’s this friend of yours you mentioned?” he asks as he reaches to grab a hold of the sailors arm to assist him up while hoping that he might be able to gather and put together something useful from anything the sailor might say, which he’s sure will likely be incoherent information.
The barkeep comes back over to the table Not to be rude or anything but you should leave also, this place is going to get rougher as the night goes on for nice people like yourselves, the last round is in us, thank you...Raising his mug to the barkeep...
"Thank You my good man, we are just finishing up and then we'll be on our way."
Turning back to the table...
"Well then eat up Orelan, looks like we have overstayed our welcome at this tavern, and the Blackstar Inn's Bath & Bed is calling us."
With that he downs the rest of his ale and reaches across to grab a bit of Orelan's cheese.
"Well said. The natives do seem to be getting a little loud. Much as I'd love to stay, bath and bed sound like the thing."
Orelan rises, settles his account and then makes for the door. In an aside to Artemis - "Be watchful, friend. I do not trust that sailor to have gone far, or to be alone next time."
Zoomackulas
Thanking the man for his generous offer, Magatha gets up to leave the area and head to the inn.
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The barkeep comes back over to the table Not to be rude or anything but you should leave also, this place is going to get rougher as the night goes on for nice people like yourselves, the last round is in us, thank you...Raising his mug to the barkeep...
"Thank You my good man, we are just finishing up and then we'll be on our way."
Turning back to the table...
"Well then eat up Orelan, looks like we have overstayed our welcome at this tavern, and the Blackstar Inn's Bath & Bed is calling us."
With that he downs the rest of his ale and reaches across to grab a bit of Orelan's cheese."Well said. The natives do seem to be getting a little loud. Much as I'd love to stay, bath and bed sound like the thing."
Orelan rises, settles his account and then makes for the door. In an aside to Artemis - "Be watchful, friend. I do not trust that sailor to have gone far, or to be alone next time."
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You leave the market area and head to the inn making good time. You dont have any problem finding the Blackstar Inn, Its a three story mini fortress by the looks of it. The building is made of stone, all the windows are barred and there are two armed guards standing by the enterance to the inn. You are standing directly in front of the building thinking of a nice warm bath awaits you inside......
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Carnesir after leaving the tavern…As Carnesîr turns about, his hooded charcoal colored cloak whips about him and with a raised dark colored brow he looks up from the sailor to the barkeep and then back to the sailor once the barkeep has gone back inside. As the dust from the sailor’s impact settles around Carnesîr dark grey boots, he watches for a brief moment as the sailor tries to right himself of the dejected situation.
As he begins to reach down to offer a dark grey gloved hand, the sailor unsteadily looks up and manages to put together a few broken words, which once uttered, strikes the squatting young Carnesîr as quite funny. Seeing as the comment comes from a man in such as precarious circumstance, it nearly causes him to fall over himself. An awkward scene to any onlookers as the pale skin Carnesîr with dark hair and matching colored eyes (the staple and unmistakable description of a Chelaxian, though dressed in a few different shades of grey, hence his adopted nickname), looks very much like a youthful lad perhaps mocking and having a bit of fun at the sailors expense.
”five cities, you don’t say.., and here I’m looking for perhaps a way to finding my way back to just one.” He say with a chuckle in his voice. ”names Gray Spider, but folks just call me Spider. So what's the names of these cities your talking about and who’s this friend of yours you mentioned?” he asks as he reaches to grab a hold of the sailors arm to assist him up while hoping that he might be able to gather and put together something useful from anything the sailor might say, which he’s sure will likely be incoherent information.
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Zoomackulas:
Feeling the warm familiar calling Brenon enters the store.