"Belsameth's Blessing?" Allura says with a frown. "That name seems tied to darkness somehow."
"The only Belsemeth that I have heard of is a patron of my art," Poetry adds.
"The only Belsemeth that I have heard of is a patron of my art," Poetry adds.
A poet?
Either that or I have to whallop every person around you.JH doesn't like where any of this leads. He shifts closer to Lyn.
Why not kill? Someone like that could kill and place the blame on anyone.
LJ frowns
Yes, that is a possibility. Essentially they have managed to sow enough doubt that we can no longer trust each other without benefit of magic. I could possibly come up with something to help with that. Perhaps with Kaelar's help. He seems to be good at making magic items...
LJ smiles up at him and lays her hand gently on his arm. Let's try the magic item idea first. But I admit, I would feel better if you stayed near me until they can be made.
"The only Belsemeth that I have heard of is a patron of my art," Poetry adds.A poet?
"Sure, lets go with that."
LJ smiles up at him and lays her hand gently on his arm. Let's try the magic item idea first. But I admit, I would feel better if you stayed near me until they can be made.Either that or I have to whallop every person around you.JH doesn't like where any of this leads. He shifts closer to Lyn.
Why not kill? Someone like that could kill and place the blame on anyone.
LJ frowns
Yes, that is a possibility. Essentially they have managed to sow enough doubt that we can no longer trust each other without benefit of magic. I could possibly come up with something to help with that. Perhaps with Kaelar's help. He seems to be good at making magic items...
There is a secret Jack location where we can hold up if we need to.
"Belsameth's Blessing?" Allura says with a frown. "That name seems tied to darkness somehow."
"There are certain rules to follow in order to be safe, yes, but it has gotten me out of more than a few rough spots over the years. I can safely say that I've used it to good ends only."
"Sure, lets go with that.""The only Belsemeth that I have heard of is a patron of my art," Poetry adds.A poet?
Devlyn smiles slightly at that response as he finishes getting some clothes back on.
"Sure, lets go with that.""The only Belsemeth that I have heard of is a patron of my art," Poetry adds.A poet?Devlyn smiles slightly at that response as he finishes getting some clothes back on.
Finally! You've been nekked since yesterday!
Finally! You've been nekked since yesterday!"Sure, lets go with that.""The only Belsemeth that I have heard of is a patron of my art," Poetry adds.A poet?Devlyn smiles slightly at that response as he finishes getting some clothes back on.
He says with a chuckle:
"Well, if people wouldn't keep hitting me with 'couturus interruptus' moments, I'd already be dressed, now wouldn't I?"
Finally! You've been nekked since yesterday!"Sure, lets go with that.""The only Belsemeth that I have heard of is a patron of my art," Poetry adds.A poet?Devlyn smiles slightly at that response as he finishes getting some clothes back on.
He says with a chuckle:
"Well, if people wouldn't keep hitting me with 'couturus interruptus' moments, I'd already be dressed, now wouldn't I?"
I saw a commercial about that. You should call that 800 number.
Finally! You've been nekked since yesterday!
He says with a chuckle:
"Well, if people wouldn't keep hitting me with 'couturus interruptus' moments, I'd already be dressed, now wouldn't I?" I saw a commercial about that. You should call that 800 number."Thanks man. Glad you're looking out for me." ;)
Pulls Allura aside for a moment.
"I suppose I need to talk with the mistress of this place now, don't I?"
"Agreed," Allura says, "I'll take you to her." Allura leads Devlyn to find Sirone.
Watches Allura and Devlyn approach. "I am Sirone, what do you wish?" she asks
Between JH's x-ray enhancement and LJ's True Seeing they give the Oasis a good look over.
The hippy with the mushrooms seems safe enough, but who knows with a junkie?
Watches Allura and Devlyn approach. "I am Sirone, what do you wish?" she asks
Blinks, remembers her being around the pool earlier, then gets a bit red in the cheeks and bows respectfully.
"I guess that wasn't my best introduction, was it? Pleasure to meet you, Sirone - thank you for your hospitality.""Allura has told me about your...goals. I've already told her that I want to help out as best I can, and the events of the last few minutes just cemented that even further. If I still measure up to what you need, then I'm in."
"I would like to hear your side of this story though, and what this would involve. Forewarned is forearmed, and all that," he says with a smile.
"I am the mistress of the waters and Candle Lighter seeks to devastate all life in this world. I have been seeking brave souls who are devoted to the cause of good to aid me in the destruction of this foul beast."
If I still measure up to what you need, then I'm in."
Whispers to LJ ...measure up...heh...
"I am the mistress of the waters and Candle Lighter seeks to devastate all life in this world. I have been seeking brave souls who are devoted to the cause of good to aid me in the destruction of this foul beast."
"Allura also mentioned this 'Goddess of Dark Knowledge' - I've only heard bits and pieces about her, and some references to LJ," looking back at her at the pool. "What's the story with that, just so I am clear on it (which I know I'm not)."
Whispers to LJ ...measure up...heh...If I still measure up to what you need, then I'm in."
Devlyn turns his head slightly, glances at Jack, then smirks a little.
"I am the mistress of the waters and Candle Lighter seeks to devastate all life in this world. I have been seeking brave souls who are devoted to the cause of good to aid me in the destruction of this foul beast.""Allura also mentioned this 'Goddess of Dark Knowledge' - I've only heard bits and pieces about her, and some references to LJ," looking back at her at the pool. "What's the story with that, just so I am clear on it (which I know I'm not)."
"To be honest, I'm not clear on who she is either," Sirone admits. "I know she has allied herself with Candle Lighter, which proves she is a threat, and at this point that is all I need to know."
"To be honest, I'm not clear on who she is either," Sirone admits. "I know she has allied herself with Candle Lighter, which proves she is a threat, and at this point that is all I need to know.""I am the mistress of the waters and Candle Lighter seeks to devastate all life in this world. I have been seeking brave souls who are devoted to the cause of good to aid me in the destruction of this foul beast.""Allura also mentioned this 'Goddess of Dark Knowledge' - I've only heard bits and pieces about her, and some references to LJ," looking back at her at the pool. "What's the story with that, just so I am clear on it (which I know I'm not)."
Devlyn nods, then bows his head for a moment, as if in thought. He apparently reaches a decision, as he nods again then looks at Sirone.
"Alright, I guess that will have to suffice for now. What do you need me to do?"
"To be honest, I'm not clear on who she is either," Sirone admits. "I know she has allied herself with Candle Lighter, which proves she is a threat, and at this point that is all I need to know.""I am the mistress of the waters and Candle Lighter seeks to devastate all life in this world. I have been seeking brave souls who are devoted to the cause of good to aid me in the destruction of this foul beast.""Allura also mentioned this 'Goddess of Dark Knowledge' - I've only heard bits and pieces about her, and some references to LJ," looking back at her at the pool. "What's the story with that, just so I am clear on it (which I know I'm not)."
LJ clears her throat politely.
I don't mean to interrupt, but if you wish to know anything about the goddess, I can tell you. Since I seem to be the world's leading expert, she adds with a grimace.
"To be honest, I'm not clear on who she is either," Sirone admits. "I know she has allied herself with Candle Lighter, which proves she is a threat, and at this point that is all I need to know.""I am the mistress of the waters and Candle Lighter seeks to devastate all life in this world. I have been seeking brave souls who are devoted to the cause of good to aid me in the destruction of this foul beast.""Allura also mentioned this 'Goddess of Dark Knowledge' - I've only heard bits and pieces about her, and some references to LJ," looking back at her at the pool. "What's the story with that, just so I am clear on it (which I know I'm not)."LJ clears her throat politely.
I don't mean to interrupt, but if you wish to know anything about the goddess, I can tell you. Since I seem to be the world's leading expert, she adds with a grimace.
Steps to the side so he can see both LJ and Sirone.
"I'm all ears then. We need to all be on the same page about who we're up against. With your permission Sirone, of course."
LJ sighs. She hates to talk about the awful being who shared her body, but she understands the necessity.
The Goddess of Dangerous Knowledge is to Candle Lighter as the tarrasque is to a housecat. Candle Lighter wants to destroy all life, she wants to blow up the universe just to see what kind of a boom it would make. Her favorite tactic is to hand someone a piece of seemingly helpful technology and watch them destroy themselves with it. Being a goddess her plans tend to take the long view, so it can be easy to underestimate her in the short term. But after having been bound for so long, I think she's in the mood for some out and out destruction. If her cult succeeds in getting all of the pieces of her put back together, if she gets back her own body, and worst of all if she retrieves her full divine power from where the idiot kobold decided to put it, that being inside me, then I'm not sure if anything would survive.
"To be honest, I'm not clear on who she is either," Sirone admits. "I know she has allied herself with Candle Lighter, which proves she is a threat, and at this point that is all I need to know.""I am the mistress of the waters and Candle Lighter seeks to devastate all life in this world. I have been seeking brave souls who are devoted to the cause of good to aid me in the destruction of this foul beast.""Allura also mentioned this 'Goddess of Dark Knowledge' - I've only heard bits and pieces about her, and some references to LJ," looking back at her at the pool. "What's the story with that, just so I am clear on it (which I know I'm not)."Devlyn nods, then bows his head for a moment, as if in thought. He apparently reaches a decision, as he nods again then looks at Sirone.
"Alright, I guess that will have to suffice for now. What do you need me to do?"
"I just need you fight the good fight when needed," Sirone says. "Now I will give you my blessing. Until Candle Lighter is destroyed, you will never die. You will heal any injury, and regrow any lost limbs. You can call on the waters of life to sustain you. If you are in need, you can return to this place at any time. Good luck, brave warrior."
LJ sighs. She hates to talk about the awful being who shared her body, but she understands the necessity.
The Goddess of Dangerous Knowledge is to Candle Lighter as the tarrasque is to a housecat. Candle Lighter wants to destroy all life, she wants to blow up the universe just to see what kind of a boom it would make. Her favorite tactic is to hand someone a piece of seemingly helpful technology and watch them destroy themselves with it. Being a goddess her plans tend to take the long view, so it can be easy to underestimate her in the short term. But after having been bound for so long, I think she's in the mood for some out and out destruction. If her cult succeeds in getting all of the pieces of her put back together, if she gets back her own body, and worst of all if she retrieves her full divine power from where the idiot kobold decided to put it, that being inside me, then I'm not sure if anything would survive.
Somehow, hearing the words come from Lyn's mouth seems to make it worse. She's had two bi-itches control so much of her life; first her mother, then the goddess. His jaw clenches. As if to echo his feelings his hammer emits a low growl, and the eagle's eyes flare.
Sensing JH's anger, Allura walks over and puts her hand on his arm. "It will be okay," she says. "As long as you stand by her, she will be okay." For an unknown reason, Allura's words and touch makes him feel better.
"I just need you fight the good fight when needed," Sirone says. "Now I will give you my blessing. Until Candle Lighter is destroyed, you will never die. You will heal any injury, and regrow any lost limbs. You can call on the waters of life to sustain you. If you are in need, you can return to this place at any time. Good luck, brave warrior."
Devlyn nods,
"That shouldn't be too hard for me. I'll do everything I can to help put this bag of bones down for good. Thank you for help - I'll do my best not to disappoint you."
LJ sighs. She hates to talk about the awful being who shared her body, but she understands the necessity.
The Goddess of Dangerous Knowledge is to Candle Lighter as the tarrasque is to a housecat. Candle Lighter wants to destroy all life, she wants to blow up the universe just to see what kind of a boom it would make. Her favorite tactic is to hand someone a piece of seemingly helpful technology and watch them destroy themselves with it. Being a goddess her plans tend to take the long view, so it can be easy to underestimate her in the short term. But after having been bound for so long, I think she's in the mood for some out and out destruction. If her cult succeeds in getting all of the pieces of her put back together, if she gets back her own body, and worst of all if she retrieves her full divine power from where the idiot kobold decided to put it, that being inside me, then I'm not sure if anything would survive.
Turning back to LJ, he says:
"So is this power completely locked away inside you, or are you capable of drawing on it? I ask because that can give us insight into how our enemy is most likely to deal with you. I'd like to know what they're thinking if I can."
"I just need you fight the good fight when needed," Sirone says. "Now I will give you my blessing. Until Candle Lighter is destroyed, you will never die. You will heal any injury, and regrow any lost limbs. You can call on the waters of life to sustain you. If you are in need, you can return to this place at any time. Good luck, brave warrior."
Devlyn nods,
"That shouldn't be too hard for me. I'll do everything I can to help put this bag of bones down for good. Thank you for help - I'll do my best not to disappoint you."** spoiler omitted **
** spoiler omitted **"I just need you fight the good fight when needed," Sirone says. "Now I will give you my blessing. Until Candle Lighter is destroyed, you will never die. You will heal any injury, and regrow any lost limbs. You can call on the waters of life to sustain you. If you are in need, you can return to this place at any time. Good luck, brave warrior."Devlyn nods,
"That shouldn't be too hard for me. I'll do everything I can to help put this bag of bones down for good. Thank you for help - I'll do my best not to disappoint you."** spoiler omitted **
** spoiler omitted **** spoiler omitted **"I just need you fight the good fight when needed," Sirone says. "Now I will give you my blessing. Until Candle Lighter is destroyed, you will never die. You will heal any injury, and regrow any lost limbs. You can call on the waters of life to sustain you. If you are in need, you can return to this place at any time. Good luck, brave warrior."Devlyn nods,
"That shouldn't be too hard for me. I'll do everything I can to help put this bag of bones down for good. Thank you for help - I'll do my best not to disappoint you."** spoiler omitted **
** spoiler omitted **** spoiler omitted **** spoiler omitted **"I just need you fight the good fight when needed," Sirone says. "Now I will give you my blessing. Until Candle Lighter is destroyed, you will never die. You will heal any injury, and regrow any lost limbs. You can call on the waters of life to sustain you. If you are in need, you can return to this place at any time. Good luck, brave warrior."Devlyn nods,
"That shouldn't be too hard for me. I'll do everything I can to help put this bag of bones down for good. Thank you for help - I'll do my best not to disappoint you."** spoiler omitted **
Okay, that's all the questions I can think of. I'll leave the spoiler tags alone for a few minutes! ;P
Turning back to LJ, he says:
"So is this power completely locked away inside you, or are you capable of drawing on it? I ask because that can give us insight into how our enemy is most likely to deal with you. I'd like to know what they're thinking if I can."
Now that our personalities have been completely severed I can no longer touch the goddess's powers. I used to be able to siphon them away, but now they just sit inside me in a dormant state. And the only way to get them out involves me dying, which I'm not too eager to experience.
Now that our personalities have been completely severed I can no longer touch the goddess's powers. I used to be able to siphon them away, but now they just sit inside me in a dormant state. And the only way to get them out involves me dying, which I'm not too eager to experience.
"I can understand that. So they are going to want you dead in order to get at her powers."
"So why would Candle Lighter want to ally with a goddess who will most likely try to blow up all creation, itself included? Doesn't seem like a great long term goal to me..."
"I can understand that. So they are going to want you dead in order to get at her powers."
"So why would Candle Lighter want to ally with a goddess who will most likely try to blow up all creation, itself included? Doesn't seem like a great long term goal to me..."
Well, they don't want me dead before they're ready. If that were to happen then the goddess's power would be lost forever.
And as for Candle Lighter, he would hardly be the first to think that he was different, that he could handle it, that she didn't mean him when she talked about destroying everything...
Well, they don't want me dead before they're ready. If that were to happen then the goddess's power would be lost forever.
And as for Candle Lighter, he would hardly be the first to think that he was different, that he could handle it, that she didn't mean him when she talked about destroying everything...
"Ahhh - draconic hubris at its finest. Well, that's something to be mindful of."
"So if you die before they're ready, the goddess essentially loses all power to do anything meaningful. It would be a great plan, except for the dying thing. I'm guessing you've already talked amongst yourselves about trying that and getting resurrected free and clear. It couldn't be that easy."
Well, they don't want me dead before they're ready. If that were to happen then the goddess's power would be lost forever.
And as for Candle Lighter, he would hardly be the first to think that he was different, that he could handle it, that she didn't mean him when she talked about destroying everything..."Ahhh - draconic hubris at its finest. Well, that's something to be mindful of."
"So if you die before they're ready, the goddess essentially loses all power to do anything meaningful. It would be a great plan, except for the dying thing. I'm guessing you've already talked amongst yourselves about trying that and getting resurrected free and clear. It couldn't be that easy."
Well, technically speaking, I'm an outsider, so that should work as long as someone went to the celestial realms to resurrect me, but with all the modifications that were made to me in order to make me a more suitable receptacle for the goddess it's impossible to know if even that would work. It may be totally impossible to resurrect me at all.
Well, technically speaking, I'm an outsider, so that should work as long as someone went to the celestial realms to resurrect me, but with all the modifications that were made to me in order to make me a more suitable receptacle for the goddess it's impossible to know if even that would work. It may be totally impossible to resurrect me at all.
"Right - so it's best to assume that you should not die while these folks are around trying to take this power. Keeps things simple.
Shakes his head and chuckles a bit
"That 'charging in where angels fear to tread' phrase of mine is finally coming back to bite me."
"Alright. Thank you for bringing me up to speed on this - especially since you don't like talking about this subject. I guess we need to get back to the current little problems now."
He looks around the Oasis
"Well, at least if I have to stay out of the Club I have a beautiful place to stay now, right...?"
"Not every angel fears to tread there. Let's go kick some dracolich butt."
Shakes his head and chuckles a bit
"That 'charging in where angels fear to tread' phrase of mine is finally coming back to bite me."
I'm all for that. I'm tired of them bringing the fight to us.
Don't be violent and angry. That's soooo uncool. How about a hug?
Don't be violent and angry. That's soooo uncool. How about a hug?
How about a swift kick in the @$$?
Don't be violent and angry. That's soooo uncool. How about a hug?
Do not be minding this one. Is not right in head. Is there being any way for I to being of help? I is good warrior, but not so much out of water.
I'm all for that. I'm tired of them bringing the fight to us."Not every angel fears to tread there. Let's go kick some dracolich butt."
Shakes his head and chuckles a bit
"That 'charging in where angels fear to tread' phrase of mine is finally coming back to bite me."
So how do we go about taking the fight to them?
Don't be violent and angry. That's soooo uncool. How about a hug?Do not be minding this one. Is not right in head. Is there being any way for I to being of help? I is good warrior, but not so much out of water.
"I guess that will depend on where CL is holed up currently. If it's aquatic, your help would be invaluable. Yours too, Mirathan, if you're interested."
"Was there any indication as to where CL went after the last battle you guys had?"
Do not be minding this one. Is not right in head. Is there being any way for I to being of help? I is good warrior, but not so much out of water.
"I guess that will depend on where CL is holed up currently. If it's aquatic, your help would be invaluable. Yours too, Mirathan, if you're interested."
"Was there any indication as to where CL went after the last battle you guys had?"