RC Euro: Barfight at the 5 Crowns

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ooc: Jakob, do you just consider yourself automatically with Milla wherever she goes?

 

Jygil frowned at Jakob: "Well the other way to become a free citizen of Nesme is to be born here." Then she lightened up and presented them each with a special silver piece bearing the arms of Nesme on one side and an inscription on the other. "Guard these well, they are worth more than gold."

At the council offices Milla learned that Trolls could be found almost anywhere on the Evermoors but they preferred abandoned ruined farmhouses and marshland. The council demanded proof of a sucessful kill, the trolls ears in a vinegar jar (to prevent the regeneration).

Ugo grew serious when Milla inquired about troll slaying. "Don't underestimate 'em, fearsome beasts trolls, what with that regeneration trick and all. 5 of us went out on the moors but only 4 came back. Fire or acid, thats the key to making sure the buggers stay dead. Still, no-one takes you seriously in Nesme 'til you've killed your first troll."
In reply to her question about weapons he said: "I got a couple of those sickle like things, kamas I think you call them. Anything else I can make to order. As for crossbows, I got this heavy kind, packs more punch but its slower to reload, depends on your style really."

OoC to Jakob: Ugo can make almost anything to order, given a little time.

 

After leaving the council buildings, Jakob wandered about on his own for a bit, wondering how he could make some money, and why anyone would want to pickle ears. Soon he realised he was lost again and eventually found his way back to the five crowns, where he stayed put, awaiting the return of his comrades
OOC, Capstone: I always imagine the party's all in one place unless specific circumstances expressly prevent that being so - too much of Baldur's Gate and "you must gather your party before venturing forth" I guess
OOC, Erran, OK, can I assume then that Mr. Replacement Character has had such a helmet knocked up by Ugo (or his equivalent in another town if Jakob manages to stay alive long enough to get there). What price would it be, and could he be proficient in it (finesse and focus)?

 

Garacaius having taken a little walk before the others got up, realised noone was at the inn when he returned. Hmm, they sure got up fast. Inside he could see Matilda serving breakfast and he walked towards her.

"Matilda, could you tell me who has knowledge of magical items here in town? I have this wand.." Garacaius pulls out his wand, ".. and I'm not sure what it can do, I could always initiate it some desolate place, but I prefer to know what I am dealing with, if you understand."

...

Garacaius then notice Jakob coming back into the inn and spoke with interested voice.

"Hail Jakob, my short fellow, did you go for the council already? What did they have to say?"

 

After casting a Cure Light Wounds spell on Nailo, Sarathien went to the old priest of Corellon at the temple of Waukeen in order to make sure he would not turn wererat at inopportune times. Well there, he also took some time to discuss matters of the elven pantheon, being a fresh cleric and all.

After returning from the temple, he walks over to Matilda at the bar.
"Pardon me madam, I was wondering if perhaps you could lend me a pen and some ink, I have this note that I need to translate."
Bringing the items up to his room, he finally sat down to have a good look at the Drow's note, using a Comprehend Languages spell.

......

Having translated the contents of the text, the ranger walks down to the main room again in time to hear Garacaius' ask Jakob about the council.

OOC: I assume there's no trouble borrowing the materials, in case she wants something for the use I will pay. And speaking of which, how much do we pay to stay at the inn? I haven't been keeping my tab I'm afraid...


[This message has been edited by Vanadin (edited October 17, 2001).]

 

Matilda advised Garacaius to try Polina the Loremistress at her shop in the Wynnd.

Sarathien translated the letter from undercommon:

Vlondril
It is my pleasure and my duty to pass on these orders. When you have sufficient gems have them taken to the Hall of Seggar the Mage. He will process them (for a fee) into a form that will aid us in the Raising of the Dark. Cross the Goblintide at Knotts Ferry. (see map) When your courier arrives he is to say to the servant, 'Take me to the Master without delay.'
May I ask a boon? A rag taggle bunch including a gnome an elf and a human stole a gem from me. They were last seen heading down the Surbrin. If you hear of them, pray dispose of them as you see fit and if it please you, return the gem to your humble servant.
Er-Cam.

OoC Vlondril's map @ http://people.ne.mediaone.net/frankmarianne/

[This message has been edited by Erran (edited October 17, 2001).]

 

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After hearing Jakob out, Garacaius decided to go see this Polina the Liremistress at her shop in the Wynnd. On his way out he greeted Sarathien.
"G'morning to Sarathien, I'll be back in a short while."


Entering Polina's shop he looked around before he noticed Polina: "My Lady, it is said that you are master of lore and I need the unique skill of such as you. Would you help me and tell me what this might be for magic that is in this wand?" Garacaius takes out the wand and hands it to Polina.

 

Polina's shop contained piles of scrolls, shelves full of potions, spell ingredients and stuffed examples of the smaller fauna from all around the Silver Marches. The lady herself was muttering "where did I leave that fear wand, ah yes here it is." she then proceeded to stir her mug of herbal tea with it.
"What do we have here? Oh yes, I can tell you about that, but if knowledge is given free it is valueless, 50gp will reveal its secrets."

 

"So true my Lady, though I am afraid I have to decline your offer for the moment. I have another question, not sure if you are the one to ask, but are you able to channel magic into these gems? And if so, what would be the cost of it?"

Garacaius takes back the wand and show her the 2 gems instead.

 

"Ah, Chardalyn. Alas the required processing is beyond my meagre talents. Perhaps in Silverymoon or Waterdeep you would find someone with the necessary skill. Or seek out a mage who has specialised in gem magic."

 

Back at Inn Milla announces with a smile:
"I have got some petty cash to share with you my friends. This should help you pay your bills."

With an unusual display of wisdom Milla hands 53gp to Jakob, 54gp to Sarathien and 27gp to Khor. She also gives 68gp to Garacaius when he comes back to Inn and saves 68gp for herself.

Ooc: Ok, this was 90gp worth of perfume, 80gp surplus weapons and 100gp from Jygil.

 

"My thanks my Lady, you have been most kind."
Garacaius leaves the shop and returns to the inn.

Garacaius looks surprised at Milla, not thinking she had carried such a large amount of gold: "Thank you Milla, oh my, uhm.. yes."

He looked at Sarathien, remembering he would translate the note: "Tell me, did you read the note, what did it say? Any connection with Er-cam or just a rogue drow?"

 

"Ah, thank you Milla, this will surely help in our future endeavours. And believe me, it will be needed, for I have grave news indeed."

Sarathien tells the others of the note's contents, showing them the map.

"Looks like your friend Er-cam has quite an operation going on here, and the fact that it even has a name, the 'Raising of the Dark', sounds like it's a bit too well organized for my liking. What say you we try to make ourselves even more unwanted? I say we pay that Seggar a visit..."

 

"Hmm, I can't say I like the name of that operation, but it will be nice if my worries about this Er-Cam would disappear. I'm ready to go, though we might need some equipment to defeat trolls, if we happen to meet one. I need to make a short stop at Ugo's as well, I'm in need of more bolts."

 

The newcomer elf didn't appear to be up to conversation, and when Khor turned back around Milla had left. Having little to do, the dwarf spent the time checking over his equipment until the party members began returning from their various errands.

To Khor's surprise, the first thing Milla did when she walked in was give him money. He started to protest, thinking it was some sort of payment for saving her yesterday, but shut his mouth when he saw her distributing to the rest of the party.

Then Sarathien shared his news with the rest of the party. "Hmmm," Khor grunted. "Appears to me this Er-Cam fellow isn't on his own after all. This may be too large an operation for us to take on ourselves."

He looked the translation over closer. "What's he turning these Chardalyn into? What'd you say you had before? A... keera?"

 

Wed night online

Nailo told of two bodies he had seen on the journey from Silverymoon. One, a drow with two good hands killed by a crossbow bolt just outside Silverymoon. The other, a gold elf, much nearer to Nesme. The elf had been wearing a Harper pin. Garacaius and Jakob told the others what they knew of Er-Cam. Nailo asked to join the party of adventurers and they agreed.

The party then headed over to The Council Chambers and were granted an audience with Jygil. The showed her the drow's letter. She expressed interest but was too concerned with the Barbarian and Troll raids to be able to do anything about it. She asked to be kept informed.
On the way out Jakob finaly realised that the objects in the jar were not pigs ears but trolls ears. He bluffed the clerk that he had slain the troll and claimed the 100gp reward. With that and the money Milla raised the party were now in good financial shape.

They went to see Magrit and claimed their horses. As the sun was setting they agreed to stay the night at the 4 Sisters Ranch.
Milla lit the incense candle before sleeping and had a vivid dream:

It seemed she was in the Temple of Waukeen in Nesme, and the goddess herself was counting her money. A figure which Milla knew to be Bane slipped out of the shadows holding a twisty little dagger. Milla was unable to move as Bane approached Waukeen's back. Then she noticed a beggar on the ground. He stuck out his foot and tripped Bane up, causing him to fall. The beggar was Ilmater, who turned to Milla and said "That is what you must do." When Waukeen turned around she looked a lot like Jygil.
Then she awoke with a start.

11th Eleint

Milla roused the others and convinced them to postpone their original plan of investigating the wizard, Seggar, in favour of returning to Nesme immediately.

100xp each to Jakob, Sarathien, Khor, Nailo, Milla and Garacaius.


[This message has been edited by Erran (edited October 18, 2001).]

 

On the ride back to Nesme, Khor asked Milla for details about her vision.

 

On their way back to Nesme Milla tells Khor and the others about what she remembers of the vision. (see above)
"So the question is where this threat comes from and in what form and when and how." Milla stops suddenly realising that she's babbling.

"I only know that I can't risk leaving Nesme and Jygil without knowing more about this"

 

"Hold on there," says Jakob, "Let's be rational about this for a minute. The dream could easily be reflecting our past experiences. Jygil could represent Nesme, Bane could represent the external strife which threatens Nesme, such as the trolls, barbarians and drow, and you, as a servant of Ilmater, are trying to protect Nesme from this strife"

 

Listening to Milla tell her vision, Nailo thinks, "What have I got myself into?" Contemplating what Milla had said, Nailo gets a few ideas of his own.

Riding up to the front of the group, "I know I am new to the group all, but we should make sure that we are not riding right into the middle of something that is way over our heads. I know Sarathein is a great fighter and all, but the best way to win is to think your way out of it in the first place. Anyway, maybe we should scout out around Jygil's first. Just a thought, though.."