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Dumbarton Castle.

Posted by SwimdollFor group 0
Swimdoll
GM, 1381 posts
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Thu 7 Jun 2007
at 15:29
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Dumbarton Castle

The party's travels take them from rolling hills to rocky slopes and mountains.  As the day continues on, there is a noticeable rise in traffic on the road.  The freemen and peasant traffic picks up considerably, but even the number of gentry and nobles on the road increases.  Inquiries quickly reveal that a faire is taking place at Dumbarton with a tournament as one of the primary draws.  The standard of the Queen's sister, Morgan snaps and bounces in the breeze on the river Clyde, the site of Dumbarton Castle.  It takes some time to negotiate the city of vendors and tents that have sprung up around Dumbarton, even with the deference provided to the party's members of rank and name.  Arriving at the castle's walls find the gate a hive of activity with nobles and servants alike coming and going.  Morgan was a princess, and sister to the high king of Britain.
Prince Dugal MacIaeulleach
player, 178 posts
Scots Prince
Nemo me impune lacessit
Thu 7 Jun 2007
at 16:55
  • msg #2

Re: Dumbarton Castle

ooc: I'm going to assume that this is the proper procedure under these conditions.

Dugal approaches the guards at the gate, making sure his tabard is visible. He addresses the most ranking of the guardsmen. I am Dugal, prince of Pictland. Would you please have someone inform her Highness, Princess Morgan, that my party and I have arrived? And I will need directions to a suitable inn that my party and I may stay in.
Swimdoll
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Sun 10 Jun 2007
at 15:42
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Re: Dumbarton Castle

"By your command sire," a stewart nodded and scampered off while another fine robbed servant.  "Highness, I believe your brother is here at the castle already, I do not believe there is an inn in the county that has space, but perhaps a pavillion tent?" he suggested humbly.
Prince Dugal MacIaeulleach
player, 179 posts
Scots Prince
Nemo me impune lacessit
Tue 12 Jun 2007
at 10:03
  • msg #4

Re: Dumbarton Castle

If there is no room at any of the inns, then a pavilion tent will suffice. Please direct me to where available space may be located.
Swimdoll
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Tue 19 Jun 2007
at 01:52
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Re: Dumbarton Castle

"Yes sire," the seneschal nods. "Conduct his highness to Prince Duncan's pavilion," he waved to a steward who leapt to action, verifying that the prince and his party were ready to depart before leading them to a great tent surrounded by smaller tents in a meadow on the edge of the town.

The party's arrival is noticed immediately, the crest of the family prominently displayed on pennants about the grouping.   A servant dashed into the largest tent and a moment later, Prince Duncan, Dugall’s elder brother arrived with servants in tow.  He was richly dressed and adorned with jewellery befitting his station.  “Brother!” he called to Dugall.  “I am pleased to see you!” he waited for Dugall to dismount before embracing him in a mixture of affection and per functionary manner.
Prince Dugal MacIaeulleach
player, 180 posts
Scots Prince
Nemo me impune lacessit
Tue 19 Jun 2007
at 02:28
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Re: Dumbarton Castle

Dugal leaps from his horse, throwing the reins to a waiting servant, and quickly strides to his brother. Brother! I am likewise pleased to see you again. Allow me to introduce my traveling companions. Dugal points each one out by name. After each one has a chance to exchange pleasantries with Duncan, So tell me brother, how fares things at home?
Father Rys
player, 1121 posts
Servant of the Lord
Tue 19 Jun 2007
at 02:29
  • msg #7

Re: Dumbarton Castle

Rys dismounts as the brothers embrace. When he is introduced, Rys bows. Sire, I am pleased to make your acquaintance. If I can be of any service to you, you have but to ask.
Father Rys
player, 1122 posts
Servant of the Lord
Wed 20 Jun 2007
at 20:18
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Re: Dumbarton Castle

ooc: who else do we see in this pavilion? priests, mages, entertainers (servants are a given)
Sir Gremag
player, 522 posts
An Irishman and his
giant hammer.
Wed 20 Jun 2007
at 22:29
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Re: Dumbarton Castle

Bowing low upon being introduced, "M'Lord, thank ye fer lodging this humble Knight."
Swimdoll
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Thu 21 Jun 2007
at 18:30
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Re: Dumbarton Castle

Prince Dugal MacIaeulleach:
Dugal leaps from his horse, throwing the reins to a waiting servant, and quickly strides to his brother. Brother! I am likewise pleased to see you again. Allow me to introduce my traveling companions. Dugal points each one out by name. After each one has a chance to exchange pleasantries with Duncan, So tell me brother, how fares things at home?


"Father and mother are well brother," Duncan responds with a nod and a smile.  "I am glad you are here.  Will you be partaking in the lists?"
Swimdoll
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Thu 21 Jun 2007
at 18:33
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Re: Dumbarton Castle

Father Rys:
Rys dismounts as the brothers embrace. When he is introduced, Rys bows. Sire, I am pleased to make your acquaintance. If I can be of any service to you, you have but to ask.


The prince spies the heavy weapon of the priest and addresses him according.  "Your kind offer of service is our pleasure to call upon as such time it should be needed padre," Prince Duncan responds to Rhys, before nodding to the gratitude of the knight, Gremag.

"Come have you eaten?" Duncan asks, gesturing to the interior of the great tent.  "Share a meal with us."
This message was last edited by the GM at 18:35, Thu 21 June 2007.
Prince Dugal MacIaeulleach
player, 181 posts
Scots Prince
Nemo me impune lacessit
Fri 22 Jun 2007
at 18:33
  • msg #12

Re: Dumbarton Castle

Swimdoll:
"Father and mother are well brother," Duncan responds with a nod and a smile.  "I am glad you are here.  Will you be partaking in the lists?"

I hadn't thought about it, to be honest. He keys his voice lower so as to not be heard by the servants, Our party has come north on a quest for King Arthur. We need to find the Bard Taliesin so we can continue our journey.
Father Rys
player, 1123 posts
Servant of the Lord
Fri 22 Jun 2007
at 18:34
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Re: Dumbarton Castle

Swimdoll:
The prince spies the heavy weapon of the priest and addresses him according.  "Your kind offer of service is our pleasure to call upon as such time it should be needed padre," Prince Duncan responds to Rhys, before nodding to the gratitude of the knight, Gremag.

Rys bows again to the prince.
Swimdoll:
"Come have you eaten?" Duncan asks, gesturing to the interior of the great tent.  "Share a meal with us."

Rys' eyes light up at the thought of a good meal and follows everyone into the interior of the tent.
Swimdoll
GM, 1388 posts
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Thu 28 Jun 2007
at 17:33
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Re: Dumbarton Castle

"Taliesin you say?" the senior prince murmurs, wrapping his arm about his brother's shoulders ushering him inward.  "Come, share my tables," Duncan invites the company as they enter the pavallion tent.
The sizeable structure was colourful in its fabric and set with tables where plates of food waited for all to partake.  A company of knights waited patiently at one table, while courtiers shared the head table.  Recognizing Dougall, space was made at Duncan's right hand immediately as spaces were found the party according to rank.  A blessing was said by Duncan's priest before a meal of pork, sparrow, potatoes and vegetables was served to the company.

"Taliesin has performed each night at the castle," Duncan supplies as the meal is begun.
Prince Dugal MacIaeulleach
player, 182 posts
Scots Prince
Nemo me impune lacessit
Thu 28 Jun 2007
at 17:50
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Re: Dumbarton Castle

Swimdoll:
"Taliesin has performed each night at the castle," Duncan supplies as the meal is begun.

Dugal breathes easier upon hearing this. That is good to hear brother. I have always wanted to hear him perform. I hear he is the best bard in the land. After eating a bit, Has a schedule been devised for the competition yet? I think I will participate in the lists if there is room still.
Colm MacTyre
player, 470 posts
A forlorn Irishman with 
a longbow and a pint!
Mon 2 Jul 2007
at 13:26
  • msg #16

Re: Dumbarton Castle

Master Colm had been a little reclusive over the last day or two.  Something was bothering him, yet he failed to put a finger on it.  Aye well, not a thing to bother the companions about I suppose."  he thought to himself.

The party met Dugal's brother soon after and were ushered into a great pavilion where a grand meal was served.  Colm found himself seated at the far end of the table, the firthest from the royalty.  "Tis no matter, at least there's only personage on one side of me..." he thought ruefully.

The ever aware woodsman soon noticed a couple of Knights across the pavilion.  They were to far away to hear what was being said; but the Irishman noticed the snickers and glances his way.  Glowering over his beard at them in return, Colm wondered if it was his accent, his less-than-plate-mail armour, or the great ash bow slung over his shoulder that attracted the mirth of the Knights.

Continuing to glower, the woodsman said aloud "Well plenty of time for that, eh lass?" as a serving wench dropped a pewter plate full of food in front of him.  As she turned to go Colm gave her a good swat on the rump and smiled invitingly before noisily digging into the grub in front of him.
Swimdoll
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Wed 4 Jul 2007
at 20:39
  • msg #17

Re: Dumbarton Castle

Prince Dugal MacIaeulleach:
Swimdoll:
"Taliesin has performed each night at the castle," Duncan supplies as the meal is begun.

Dugal breathes easier upon hearing this. That is good to hear brother. I have always wanted to hear him perform. I hear he is the best bard in the land. After eating a bit, Has a schedule been devised for the competition yet? I think I will participate in the lists if there is room still.


"Aye brother, there will be a joust on the morrow.  There will be contests in the melee and there will be flights on the range for the archers," Duncan nods at the question.
Swimdoll
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Wed 4 Jul 2007
at 20:43
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Re: Dumbarton Castle

Colm MacTyre:
Master Colm had been a little reclusive over the last day or two.  Something was bothering him, yet he failed to put a finger on it.  Aye well, not a thing to bother the companions about I suppose."  he thought to himself.

The party met Dugal's brother soon after and were ushered into a great pavilion where a grand meal was served.  Colm found himself seated at the far end of the table, the firthest from the royalty.  "Tis no matter, at least there's only personage on one side of me..." he thought ruefully.

The ever aware woodsman soon noticed a couple of Knights across the pavilion.  They were to far away to hear what was being said; but the Irishman noticed the snickers and glances his way.  Glowering over his beard at them in return, Colm wondered if it was his accent, his less-than-plate-mail armour, or the great ash bow slung over his shoulder that attracted the mirth of the Knights.

Continuing to glower, the woodsman said aloud "Well plenty of time for that, eh lass?" as a serving wench dropped a pewter plate full of food in front of him.  As she turned to go Colm gave her a good swat on the rump and smiled invitingly before noisily digging into the grub in front of him.


Colm's swat elicits a blush and a giggle from the wench whose curls bounce as she scampers away to fetch a pitcher of wine to fill goblets as they empty.
Prince Dugal MacIaeulleach
player, 183 posts
Scots Prince
Nemo me impune lacessit
Thu 5 Jul 2007
at 11:02
  • msg #19

Re: Dumbarton Castle

Swimdoll:
"Aye brother, there will be a joust on the morrow.  There will be contests in the melee and there will be flights on the range for the archers," Duncan nods at the question.

Then I will need to talk to the Martial of the List to get my name on the list of joust combatants.
Sir Gremag
player, 525 posts
An Irishman and his
giant hammer.
Fri 6 Jul 2007
at 18:19
  • msg #20

Re: Dumbarton Castle

Locking eyes with the senior Prince, "Sire, might I inquire about joining the Melee tourny? If't allowable, I'd love to enlist."
Swimdoll
GM, 1393 posts
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Fri 27 Jul 2007
at 00:19
  • msg #21

Re: Dumbarton Castle

"Aye and so you shall!" Dugall's brother declares, waving over an advisor.  "Herald, take a message on my behalf to the Marshall of the lists that my brother Dugall and this good knight Gremag will be in the field."  The response from the herald was immediate as he scribbled the note with a goose quill onto some parchment.

"Are there others who wish to partake?  Perhaps your yeoman wishes to test his mettle with the archers at flights?" he suggested, casting cursory glance in Colm's direction before looking back to his brother.

OODM:  Things seem to be settling in my life for the time being so hopefully my posts will be more frequent and I hope that you're all still here and enjoying the game.
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