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Interlude: A Sudden Squall.

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DM Shard
GM, 291 posts
Sun 23 Jul 2017
at 23:10
  • msg #1

Interlude: A Sudden Squall

Date: 3 Marpenoth (October)
Location: Bryn Shander


Arnan, Hengar, Kira and Thane march toward the walls of Bryn Shander late on the 3rd of Marpenoth, three days after the High Harvestide festival and public hearing, uncertain how the situation in the town might have changed since they were last here. Fortunately, the quartet arrive in town ahead of a major squall that is set to sweep through Icewindale later in the evening, thanks largely to Hengar's insistence on a forced march that last day to ensure they arrive in shelter before the storm hits. And they do.

Once in town, the party seeks out accommodations, perhaps inquiring after Dalgura and Morgrim at their last known residence. Both are easy enough to find and yes, both still alive!
This message was last edited by the GM at 23:19, Sun 23 July 2017.
Arnan Aldwynne
player, 172 posts
Human Scout/Archer
AC:14/16; HP:20/20; PP:14
Mon 24 Jul 2017
at 12:58
  • msg #2

Interlude: A Sudden Squall

Arnan had a pretty fair nose for weather himself, and he fully agreed that the group needed to push hard in order to reach Bryn Shander before the incoming storm reached them. Traveling in the far North was difficult enough during this time of year -- Arnan knew that they would probably have had to find such shelter as they could and ride out the storm if they had not made it to town just as the snow flurries were starting to worsen.

The scout was proud of both Kira and Thane for being able to maintain the grueling pace that Hengar set. Luckily they had the big barbarian to guide them. Once they were a little closer to Ten Towns Arnan could have done it, but he was the first to admit that he did not have Hengar's physical strength, which came in handy when the party needed to push forward through areas where there was already a build-up of new snow.

Hengar did attract some glances, especially from the men who were standing guard at the gate, but Arnan simply told them "He's with us," and pushed on ahead, into the town. "We'll have to keep an eye on things until we make certain that nobody is looking to cause trouble over a barbarian walking free inside the walls," the scout muttered under his breath as the party moved ahead.

Arnan led the way to Geldenstag's Rest, the inn which he, Kira and Thane had stayed after their arrival with Master Hugglesward's caravan. "Why don't we rent some rooms here," Arnan suggested as he came to a halt outside the inn's front door.

"Kira, do you mind asking after Dalgura and Morgrim once we get inside? A pretty face goes a long way towards making folks want to set aside what they are doing and spend some time talking to you."
Morgrim Ironhammer
player, 237 posts
Dwarf Druid
AC:15; HP:19/19; PP:15
Mon 24 Jul 2017
at 16:29
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Interlude: A Sudden Squall

"You aren't so bad lookin' yerself, Arnan," Morgrim announced with a grin, coming up behind the archer on his way back from the Speaker's palace with Dalgura in tow. "You've come back in one piece I see! All four of you. I hope that portends good news?"
Kira
player, 128 posts
Human Rogue
AC:14; HP: 15/15; PP: 16
Mon 24 Jul 2017
at 16:48
  • msg #4

Interlude: A Sudden Squall

The soaks in the hot springs had been wonderful and being accepted even more so, but it was true the young woman wasn't used to lounging around for long periods of time so even though it was brutally cold and they pushed on because of a storm chasing their heels, she felt a bit better once they were inside the gates.

"Room, yes, meal absolutely," she got out and was about blow a raspberry at Arnan when the ones they were seeking popped up behind them, Morgrim's tease making her laugh.  "One piece after being patched up a bit and not so sure the news is good but tales are best with a mug by a nice fire," she said, beaming at the siblings.
Dalgura Ironhammer
player, 215 posts
Dwarf Cleric
AC: 15; HP: 10/10; PP: 13
Mon 24 Jul 2017
at 16:49
  • msg #5

Interlude: A Sudden Squall

In reply to Morgrim Ironhammer (msg # 3):

Dal, who was still a little grumpy from lack of sleep (or her brother's snoring), wasn't watching where she was walking and didn't see that Grim had stopped.  She, of course, realized it after she had bumped into Grim.

"Hey!  Give warning when you stop next time will ya?"   Dal looked around Grim to see who he was talking to and then grinned.  "HEY! Where's the others?  Have you eaten yet?  Grim was just saying how he wished we had everybody back together so he could hear stories over some food and ale."

Dal grinned at Grim when she said it because she knew that he hadn't said anything.  Dal, however, knew from many years with her brother that he was too shy to say it and he would really WANT to do that so she would be nice and say it for him.
Morgrim Ironhammer
player, 238 posts
Dwarf Druid
AC:15; HP:19/19; PP:15
Mon 24 Jul 2017
at 16:51
  • msg #6

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"Oh I was, was I?" he said, with a grin for Dalgura. "Well come on in out of the cold then," he continued, pushing the door aside. "First rounds on me. Maybe the second too if the stories are good."
This message was last edited by the player at 16:53, Mon 24 July 2017.
Dalgura Ironhammer
player, 216 posts
Dwarf Cleric
AC: 15; HP: 10/10; PP: 13
Mon 24 Jul 2017
at 16:56
  • msg #7

Interlude: A Sudden Squall

In reply to Morgrim Ironhammer (msg # 6):

Dal grinned and nodded in approval at her brother.  "Yes, yes.  Stories.  Nothing like perking up the day with food and drink.  Good to see you Kira.  We've got a couple of stories to tell too.  *I* almost died!  Of course Grim almost dies in every battle because he is stubborn and forgets to duck but that's ok.  We both made it and THAT, praises to the Goddesses, is the important thing."
Morgrim Ironhammer
player, 239 posts
Dwarf Druid
AC:15; HP:19/19; PP:15
Mon 24 Jul 2017
at 17:00
  • msg #8

Interlude: A Sudden Squall

"In every battle, do I?" Morgim scoffs. "Our ancestors must be keeping a seat warm for me in Valhalla. I'm sure it seems practically rude how long I've kept them, but ye wont get rid of me that easily 'Gura!"
Dalgura Ironhammer
player, 217 posts
Dwarf Cleric
AC: 15; HP: 10/10; PP: 13
Mon 24 Jul 2017
at 20:47
  • msg #9

Interlude: A Sudden Squall

In reply to Morgrim Ironhammer (msg # 8):

Dal grinned at Morgrim knowing that he wasn't upset when he called her Gura, his nickname for her.  She gave him a big hug and nodded.  "Oh eye, they are keeping a seat warm for you and me too.  I'm not in a hurry to join them.  I have to stick around you and keep you out of trouble."
Arnan Aldwynne
player, 173 posts
Human Scout/Archer
AC:14/16; HP:20/20; PP:14
Mon 24 Jul 2017
at 23:11
  • msg #10

Interlude: A Sudden Squall

"Morgrim! Dalgura!" Arnan was finally able to sputter, after staring at the two Dwarves for a moment in open-mouthed surprise. He  caught up Morgrim in a bear-hug and lifted the stout Dwarf several inches up off the ground, then set him down in order to bend over and give Dalgura a kiss on her cheek.

"You two are a sight for sore eyes -- literally and figuratively, in this instance -- wind-driven snow, you know. And aye -- drinks, tales, and food are definitely in order," the archer agreed, flashing a broad grin.

"Oh, and that order sounds just about right," he added with a chuckle, "meaning, ale first! Do we want to do all that here, or head over to Kelvin's Comfort once we have rented rooms and dropped off our gear?"
Dalgura Ironhammer
player, 218 posts
Dwarf Cleric
AC: 15; HP: 10/10; PP: 13
Mon 24 Jul 2017
at 23:50
  • msg #11

Interlude: A Sudden Squall

In reply to Arnan Aldwynne (msg # 10):

Dal blushed but anybody could see that she was pleased by her greeting from Arnan.

"Aye.  Ale is a good start.  You guys are suppose to be in charge.  Go pick a place.  The closer the better I say.  Dwarves don't march on empty stomachs."

Dal then elbowed her brother and gave him a look that clearly meant "what are you waiting for...get us ale!"  The other ones might not interrupt it right but any Dwarf would know that look.
Morgrim Ironhammer
player, 240 posts
Dwarf Druid
AC:15; HP:19/19; PP:15
Tue 25 Jul 2017
at 01:04
  • msg #12

Interlude: A Sudden Squall

Mogrim gingerly rubbed his side where he'd received the not so gentle elbow. "Alright, alright, Dal, I'm goin'!"
Dalgura Ironhammer
player, 219 posts
Dwarf Cleric
AC: 15; HP: 10/10; PP: 13
Tue 25 Jul 2017
at 01:30
  • msg #13

Interlude: A Sudden Squall

In reply to Morgrim Ironhammer (msg # 12):

Dal looked over at Arnan and Kira.  In a whisper, although she knew that Grim could hear, she chuckled and confessed.  "I remember, before mother died, telling me if I was to get a good Dwarven male to pay attention to what I say, jab him in the ribs.  I don't know a better Dwarf so I do it to Morgrim.  It seems to work quite well, don't you think?"
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