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1 Mirtul DR1368 – 'A Tempting Proposition'

Posted by The Thread-WeaverFor group 0
Jibril
player, 71 posts
Fashionable and stylish
cleric of Azuth
Wed 12 Aug 2009
at 01:21
  • msg #175

Re: 1 Mirtul DR1368 – 'A Tempting Proposition'

Krogan:
The big orc directed a quiet but strong call to the priest.
Um...sir?  The round human who tried to have you killed already cleared the street earlier so no one would interfere.  I REALLY doubt that anyone is around to hear that whistle that would WANT to help us.

He chuckled at the idea of the fancily dressed man whistling and ending up summoning MORE assassins.


Jibril shrugged again. "Then I will be dead shortly, I suppose. However, I grew up in this city, and I have faith in the city guards--and in Azuth to help me if it pleases him. I said I wanted to find out more from this assassin, and I intend to try. So go find someone else to mock..."
Krogan
player, 46 posts
I'm always up
for a fight!
Wed 12 Aug 2009
at 01:25
  • msg #176

Re: 1 Mirtul DR1368 – 'A Tempting Proposition'

Jibril:
So go find someone else to mock..."


Krogan grinned broadly.
What?  Someone as fun to mock at you?  Even THIS town isn't that big, sir.   But I WAS trying to be helpful, not mocking, just the same. 

He saluted the man's bravery, if nothing else.

Putting so much faith in a God is a new concept for me, but I admire your courage to do so.  Good luck, sir, and I hope we meet again!

He turned and walked with the others.
Jibril
player, 72 posts
Fashionable and stylish
cleric of Azuth
Wed 12 Aug 2009
at 01:38
  • msg #177

Re: 1 Mirtul DR1368 – 'A Tempting Proposition'

Krogan:
Putting so much faith in a God is a new concept for me, but I admire your courage to do so.  Good luck, sir, and I hope we meet again!


Jibril waved and smirked at the brute. "I'll pray for you." 
Krogan
player, 47 posts
I'm always up
for a fight!
Wed 12 Aug 2009
at 01:45
  • msg #178

Re: 1 Mirtul DR1368 – 'A Tempting Proposition'

Jibril:
Jibril waved and smirked at the brute. "I'll pray for you." 



Krogan turned and grinned broadly at the man.  The large orc seemed genuinely touched.

Thanks, my friend, I appreciate it!
He waved and turned to Thaniel  with a smile.

See, so now I have THAT going for me.   Not a bad days work, eh?
Thaniel
player, 18 posts
By my ancestor's honor,
You will never escape me.
Wed 12 Aug 2009
at 02:58
  • msg #179

Re: 1 Mirtul DR1368 – 'A Tempting Proposition'

Thaniel was tempted through much of the orc's conversation to hold up a hand and silence him, terrified that the man's... unique manners would soon spoil any relationship with these fine gentlemen. Seeing that the man seemed to handle himself though kept the elf silent as he grinned.

"Aye, the prayer of a holy man. That can go a long way my friend." Thaniel bowed slightly to the departing priest and then turned back to his companion. "As I said before, I am quite interested in meeting this Professor so I think tagging along for the time being would be most beneficial for all parties - especially should another group of unsavory folk should happen upon your group here, given the fact that your holy man is leaving to attend to other matters."

The man visibly was holding himself back as they walked - slowing up his naturally quick pace to keep time with his companion and the rest of the party.
This message was last edited by the player at 22:31, Wed 19 Aug 2009.
Lambrac
player, 51 posts
Lantanna Rogue, 6/8 hp
I'm not a thief!
Wed 12 Aug 2009
at 13:42
  • msg #180

Re: 1 Mirtul DR1368 – 'A Tempting Proposition'

Lambrac thanked Jibril for the healing, but it was clear the stubborn priest was set on his course and would not be dissuaded. Oh well. He was free to take his life into his own hands should he wish, and it wasn't as if he'd known him very long. The Lantanna bid him "Goodbye." and went after the others.
This message was last edited by the player at 13:43, Wed 12 Aug 2009.
The Thread-Weaver
GM, 111 posts
Look upon my works
And despair!
Thu 13 Aug 2009
at 09:40
  • msg #181

Re: 1 Mirtul DR1368 – 'A Tempting Proposition'

And so, for the first time since they had met on the steps of the Professor's estate - a moment that seemed days past, despite being only a few hours - the group split up. Abbas, Linni, Fareeda, Lambrac and the newcomers Thaniel and Krogan carried on down the street back to the laboratory, while Jibril stayed to 'deal' with the incapacitated assassin.

The main group soon rejoined the byway and proceeded to the Professor's estate without further trouble. The night was now fast drawing in, and though the festival celebrations were occuring largely on the busier merchant streets and bazaar squares - well away from the laboratory - a droning murmur of a hundred thousand voices in unison could be heard all across the city. Fireworks scarred the darkening sky and the glow of illusion magic could be seen emanating from the busier quarters of the sabban.



A few figures walked and stumbled through the residential street, passing between the tenements and along the surrounding byways, but otherwise the area seemed fairly clear of activity.
This message was last edited by the GM at 09:49, Thu 13 Aug 2009.
Krogan
player, 49 posts
I'm always up
for a fight!
Thu 13 Aug 2009
at 09:46
  • msg #182

Re: 1 Mirtul DR1368 – 'A Tempting Proposition'

Krogan walked with the others to the "Professor", whoever that was.
He doubted that he'd get paid for his troubles by the mysterious benefactor.  He hadn't been specifically hired by the man, after all, but it might be worth meeting someone with the money to hire the group around him to do something as mundane (though, also apparently very dangerous) as transporting a chest through the streets.
Lambrac
player, 52 posts
Lantanna Rogue, 6/8 hp
I'm not a thief!
Thu 13 Aug 2009
at 12:50
  • msg #183

Re: 1 Mirtul DR1368 – 'A Tempting Proposition'

Lambrac walked along casually and enjoyed the sights Calimport had to offer, but he kept a keener eye out for danger now, increasingly on the alert for another ambush for the apparently precious chest. Too bad he had some grit in his eye and the noises of the city were loud and distracting.

"So, what was your interest in meeting the Professor?" Lambrac inquired of Krogan and Thaniel, half-suspecting something was up. "I've not met him yet myself; I'm employed by Mistress Jala Ghusoon and am doing business on her behalf."


OOC: I was going to say I'd Take 10 on Spot and Listen, and I'd thought I'd them a check for each as well, but then...
Spot 4, Listen 4, rolling a 1 on each :(
Krogan
player, 51 posts
I'm always up
for a fight!
Thu 13 Aug 2009
at 13:02
  • msg #184

Re: 1 Mirtul DR1368 – 'A Tempting Proposition'

Krogan grinned at the smaller man.
"I have no idea who any of those people are, honestly.   I'm just looking for excitement and challenge and you lot are the first place I've found it.  I just want to test myself and push my limits and test my skills. "

He seemed to think for a second.

"Also I'm bored, and curious, and much too sober. "

He laughed a little.   Though his tone had been jovial and carefree, the big orc had also been constantly scanning for trouble.
The Thread-Weaver
GM, 113 posts
Look upon my works
And despair!
Fri 14 Aug 2009
at 19:21
  • msg #185

Re: 1 Mirtul DR1368 – 'A Tempting Proposition'

The group advanced with caution back to the Professor's estate. Following his earlier advice, they manouvered around to the laboratory's rear entrance. In the darkness it felt inevitable that more of the ninja-like Drensiir assassins would jump out at every turn, yet none did. Instead, there was only one figure waiting for them outside of the secret door - another old gnome. Even in the gloom his bright red hair was visible, like a glowing coal cooled by water, and his furrowed brow twitched angrily. The more observant members of the group spotted Linni wincing.

As they approached he strode out to meet the group's advance, his hands clenched tightly into fists. "Linni Cobblesprocket!" He bellowed, pointing at the young sorcerer. "Come with me this instant! Do you have any idea of the trouble you are in? Running away from home to jet off with Kraust - who you know has issues - to some dangerous jungle, it just won't do Linni! This isn't a game, you could be killed!"

The rest of the group could only watch in awkward silence as the man, evidently Linni's father, began lecturing her.
Linni
NPC, 19 posts
Eccentric gnomeling
sorceress extraordinaire!
Fri 14 Aug 2009
at 19:23
  • msg #186

Re: 1 Mirtul DR1368 – 'A Tempting Proposition'

Linni seemed to shrink as her father approached. "Pa! What are you doing here?" She listened to his words and suddenly began to sob as tears streamed across her face. "I'm old enough to do what I want pa! You can't make me stay in that boring old town. I need an adventure!"
The Thread-Weaver
GM, 114 posts
Look upon my works
And despair!
Fri 14 Aug 2009
at 19:28
  • msg #187

Re: 1 Mirtul DR1368 – 'A Tempting Proposition'

"You need a backhand girl!" Her father roared in reply. "I am your father, Matton Cobblesprocket, and though you might hate me now, one day you'll thank me for this." He surged forwards towards her at this, ignoring her efforts to resist. He simply flicked his wrist and his daughter went limp, falling into his arms in a deep sleep. Glaring at the rest of the group, Matton carried her off down the street, mumbling and cursing under his breath.

It seemed one of the party had been lost before the adventure had even begun...
Abbas
player, 66 posts
Fri 14 Aug 2009
at 21:19
  • msg #188

Re: 1 Mirtul DR1368 – 'A Tempting Proposition'

Abbas tilted his head as Linni left and shook his head slowly, mistified.  "In a hundred lifetimes I doubt I would understand the people of this city - so intriguing situation in personal and puble.

"The Professor is this way, gentlemen.  Fareeda, if you would?"
the elven swordsman again offered his arm as he sheathed his blades and made to lead way back into the secret passage.
Lambrac
player, 55 posts
Lantanna Rogue, 6/8 hp
I'm not a thief!
Sat 15 Aug 2009
at 02:59
  • msg #189

Re: 1 Mirtul DR1368 – 'A Tempting Proposition'

"Hey! You can't do that!" Lambrac protested in Gnomish and made to pursue, but it was too late, the gnomes had gone. He hoped little Linni would find her way to freedom one day.

"And I always thought gnomes were such pleasant people." he mused, returning to the group. "So, ah, why are we around the back? I don't see a door - a secret passage, is it?" He cast his eyes around the wall, examining stonework and architecture, seeing if he could determine the secret.


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Krogan
player, 56 posts
I'm always up
for a fight!
Sat 15 Aug 2009
at 13:58
  • msg #190

Re: 1 Mirtul DR1368 – 'A Tempting Proposition'

Krogan's first impulse was to grab the wizened little man and "gently" persuade him that the gnome-ette was in good hands.   Unfortunately, he knew  nothing of her situation, and the people who'd known her longer did nothing, so he figured he shoudn't either.
Shrugging, he followed the rest.
Still, he could CERTAINLY sympathize with a controlling father, although HIS father's "backhand" usually had a stick in it.
The Thread-Weaver
GM, 117 posts
Look upon my works
And despair!
Sun 16 Aug 2009
at 09:57
  • msg #191

Re: 1 Mirtul DR1368 – 'A Tempting Proposition'

Unsure what to do or say about the departure of Linni, the others shrugged and moved towards the rear entrance. Lambrac, obviously excited by furnishings such as hidden doors, moved forward to examine the wall, his hands moving briskly over the dusty stone. Within a few seconds a heavy click resounded through the air and the door grated open.

Abbas lead the way in, arms linked with Fareeda - who had said very little, nothing in fact, since the fight. Ascending a few steps, the group found themselves back in the Professor's huge dock area, where the Scilandar still bobbed gently against its harness. Krogan, Thaniel and Lambrac, all of whom were new to the laboratory, could not help but be struck by awe at the sight of the massive airship. Sparks still flew from the vessel's port side and hammer blows echoed somewhere within as the twins continued their repairs.

A face suddenly appeared over the gunwhale and peered down at the group, its silver moustache twitching sporadically.
Professor Hingleswip
NPC, 6 posts
Gnome Explorer
Ingenious Insanity
Sun 16 Aug 2009
at 10:11
  • msg #192

Re: 1 Mirtul DR1368 – 'A Tempting Proposition'

"Ahah! My guests have returned!" He peered over the group, arching his whiskered brow at the newcomers. "Or some of them at least..."

With a sort of nonchalant grace, the Professor heaved himself up onto the gunwale and stepped out into space. Instead of plummeting to the stone floor some twenty feet below, as gravite demanded he should, he simply lowered gently to the ground like a feather, all the while babbling incoherently about 'progress updates' and 'improved schematics'.

Reaching terra firma, he stood up as tall as he could, put one hand on his hip and rapped the floor with the cane in his other. "Right then." His eyes shifted between the group. "It seems there are questions to be answered. Indeed, and answers to be questioned! - and then answered again! Err..."

Shaking his head, Hingleswip began pacing amongst his guests, stopping suddenly every now and again as if to unnerve them. "So you have my chest I see, yet who is this that carries it?" He peered up at Lambrac, noting the untended wound in the rogue's hip. "And these two," He gestured at Krogan and Thaniel, "Who are they? And where is Linni? And who have you been fighting? And where is that annoying priest? And what is that smell?" The gnome sniffed loudly at the air, his moustache twitching. "Oh that last one's me, don't answer that. Had a run in with a hostile batch of Tethyrian turnips earlier."

Noting the stunned silence of the group after his barrage of questions, the Professor lifted his arms dramatically. "Well!? Chop chop, I don't have all day, I want to get going before my brother in law comes knocking again. Not a favourite with the Cobblesprocket side of the family right now!"
Lambrac
player, 56 posts
Lantanna Rogue, 6/8 hp
I'm not a thief!
Sun 16 Aug 2009
at 12:54
  • msg #193

Re: 1 Mirtul DR1368 – 'A Tempting Proposition'

It was like being back on Lantan, like home. Lambrac cast an appraising eye over all he saw, trying to work out what he was or how it worked or who'd built it, from the secret passage to the devices all around and most of all, the grand airship. He breathed deep of the taste of metal and smoke and warmth, and sighed. It was glorious and wondrous invention and engineering.

He gazed up and up the side of the airship, impressed and awed. A little voice inside warned: The Halruaans won't like that. Gond knew that the Lantanese had had enough hassle with the Halruaans over the whole printing press issue. But then, his people were also trying to replicate the flying ship design - perhaps he could work out how the good professor had managed it...

Lambrac stepped forward, bowed and said in fluent Gnomish "Well met, Professor Hingleswip." He switched to Common for everyone's benefit. "I am Lambrac SeKilderic of Lantan, employed by Mistress Jala Ghusoon as her personal security consultant. The Mistress bade me escort this chest to you in order to safeguard its delivery. A wise decision too, for we were accosted by a gang of ruffians led by a certain Ubdall Kareed on route here. We fought them off with the aid of these two fine gentlemen here." He waved to Krogan and Thaniel.
This message was last edited by the player at 02:06, Wed 19 Aug 2009.
Krogan
player, 57 posts
I'm always up
for a fight!
Sun 16 Aug 2009
at 14:03
  • msg #194

Re: 1 Mirtul DR1368 – 'A Tempting Proposition'

Trying to imitate the more civilized lands, the big orc gave a little bow.
Krogan Cha'Tok, at your service, sir.   This is my friend Thaniel.   We assisted with the "pest problem" and decided to stick around in case of more trouble.  And to meet a man of your importance, of course.

He grinned at the gnome.   Krogan was sure to keep his hands away from his weapons as he bowed.
Abbas
player, 69 posts
Mon 17 Aug 2009
at 01:37
  • msg #195

Re: 1 Mirtul DR1368 – 'A Tempting Proposition'

"The priest felt it more important to pursue his anger upon the remaining attacker than to return the package and join the expedition," Abbas explained neutrally, proceeding cautiously in case Jibril was friend to the Professor.  "Linni's father collected her outside and took her home over some domestic issue.

"As Lambrac advises, the two gentlement were of assistence in the ambush, as was Lambrac himself."

Thaniel
player, 20 posts
By my ancestor's honor,
You will never escape me.
Wed 19 Aug 2009
at 22:42
  • msg #196

Re: 1 Mirtul DR1368 – 'A Tempting Proposition'

Thaniel lowered his hood at this point, partially to take in the great sight of the airship, and partially out of respect for the elderly gnome whom spoke to them. The angled features of a moon elf quickly became clear. The man seemed a little upset that Krogan made introductions for his employer, rather then the other way around, but brushed it off. I'll have to sit him down and explain some basic manners at some point, if this is to work. Noting any strange or surprised looks at the fact that he was an elf, he gave such onlookers a look that said 'you really expected me to walk around as an elf in Calimport?'

"My name is Thaniel Nostithil. I am a traveler from the North. Krogan here is under my employment as a bodyguard. It was the least we could do to lend our aid. As Tymora would have it, such lended aid has landed us in the presence of a quite well-known inventor, and a quite..." Thaniel gazed up at the airship, "impressive invention."

Taking a few steps towards the ship, Thaniel let out a low, impressed whistle. "What do you call her?"
Professor Hingleswip
NPC, 7 posts
Gnome Explorer
Ingenious Insanity
Thu 20 Aug 2009
at 19:29
  • msg #197

Re: 1 Mirtul DR1368 – 'A Tempting Proposition'

The Professor's cheery, if slightly eccentric, demeanour switched as Lambrac mentioned 'Ubdall Kareed'. The name clearly meant something to the old gnome and his silver eyebrows came together as he stood for a few moments in deep thought. "Kareed hmm." He stroked the whiskers of his moustache and spoke again, to himself as much as anyone else. "I was beginning to wonder when that bunch of cut throats would start nosing around. This could get...complicated."

As if suddenly remembering something else, Hingleswip's gaze snapped back to Lambrac. "And you," He poked his cane in the rogue's direction. "What task has Mistress Ghusoon set you on?" He smiled knowingly. "She has her payment does she not? I know that sly fox wouldn't care a damn if the chest reached me or not. Why then are you here?"

Once Lambrac had answered, the Professor turned to Krogan and Thaniel, peering at them both through the lowlight of torches burning around the huge dock chamber. "An elf and an orc travelling together like the best of friends, curious indeed." He arched a brow ever so slightly before waving his hand dismissively at whatever idea had entered his mind. "I thank you for the assistance you offered. It seems I have lost my niece and possibly that Magistrati priest as well - a shame for I would have liked to see how long the colours of his robes lasted in the jungle. I have a position of employment available on my ship if you are interested. She is named the Scilandar and is preparing for a journey - my last journey - to the jungles of Chult."
Thaniel
player, 21 posts
By my ancestor's honor,
You will never escape me.
Thu 20 Aug 2009
at 21:19
  • msg #198

Re: 1 Mirtul DR1368 – 'A Tempting Proposition'

The elf flinched at the mention of 'friendship' when he had purposefully avoided the word. Still, he kept his tongue still as the Professor made his offer.

"Yes." Thaniel's agreement almost overlapped the Professor's question. Seeing his eagerness show the elf physically pulled himself back under control, taking a step or two back. "I mean, of course. This is exactly what I am seeking. Adventure. The jungles of Chult you say? I am an adept marksman and my guard here," he gestured to Krogan, "quite the warrior - not to mention a charming conversationalist." He nodded with a smile to the orc, as if he had to sell their skills to the man who'd already offered them employment. Almost a practiced speech.

"The Scilandar you say?" Thaniel gazed up at the airship.

"Quite a beauty."

This message was last edited by the player at 21:20, Thu 20 Aug 2009.
Lambrac
player, 59 posts
Lantanna Rogue, 6/8 hp
I'm not a thief!
Fri 21 Aug 2009
at 01:23
  • msg #199

Re: 1 Mirtul DR1368 – 'A Tempting Proposition'

Professor Hingleswip:
As if suddenly remembering something else, Hingleswip's gaze snapped back to Lambrac. "And you," He poked his cane in the rogue's direction. "What task has Mistress Ghusoon set you on?" He smiled knowingly. "She has her payment does she not? I know that sly fox wouldn't care a damn if the chest reached me or not. Why then are you here?"


Lambrac chewed his lip, not liking what he had to do, volunteering for the expedition - and the other thing. "The Mistress has requested that I offer my services as a security expert for your expedition. I am trained as a lockpicker and a trapspringer, I'm knowledgable on architectural and dungeoneering matters, and can enter places unobserved." he explained. "I would be the Mistress's representative on this endeavour, to protect her investment, and to procure such treasures as I deem worthy of her collection along the way."
This message was last edited by the player at 03:12, Sat 22 Aug 2009.
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