In reply to Stoney Applesmith (msg # 212):

Boris snorted and said, "I have a better idea. why don't you both go swive yourselves and tell us how it works out?

"Nothing good is down there. It's a death trap. I shouldn't need to explain how they work or what they're for because it's self-explanatory. This ramp doesn't lead to a pantry. There are bones down there. Our friend is probably down there. Or somewhere beyond. But either way he isn't going to bother us for the moment. Let's make sure the rest of this... temple? This accursed place has no one else that can block the passage behind us.

"Look. We are here to eliminate some Saracen bandits. It's obvious the rest of the Saracens are not down there so let's take care of them first, then we may loot this Godforsaken hole in safety and for the glory of God. Either way, I'm going to go back and keep an eye on the entry. Please join me."

He seemed a little amused if anything, not angry. But he started past the others, attempting to return the way they came.

In reply to Boris Underhill (msg # 213):

"Awww you lads are no fun." Larz replied. "I'd go down there and look myself, but you lot couldn't haul me back up, and you'd likely drop me."

In reply to Larzander Gunderzen (msg # 214):

chuckling, Boris replied, "nothing good is down there, lads! Nothing."

OOC:So, final group plan or splitting apart?

OOC: I don't think it is wise to split up. Ondrea is more incline to search the space they are in then to turn back, but she will go with a majority vote. Can we cross the void ?"

In reply to The Powers That Be (msg # 216):

Stoney will go whichever way you want...as long as his wineskin is full.

"Alright, lets go back Boris please lead the way." Ondrea follows Boris back up the stairs and out through the stone.

OOC: Sorry if that stepped on anyone's toes just moving things along.</orange>

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Helping Larz back through the narrow passageway, you climb the stairs and emerge once more into the round, empty stone room.  So far, you have seen nor heard any signs of other occupants or creatures.  Exiting the room you descend the staircase and are greeted by the limited sunlight making its way to this section of the tunnel.  The only other direction to head still has the same tracks you noted when first entering the area.

In reply to The Powers That Be (msg # 220):

"I'll lead if no one minds." With her hammer ready Ondrea leads the small group deeper into the tunnels.

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In reply to Ondrea Avalor (msg # 221):

Hammer out.
"Ill then follow if no one minds."
Tip toes behind Larz....
"Here"

OOC: Larz...Boris...thoughts? Or just going along?

In reply to The Powers That Be (msg # 223):

"I guess I can check for traps and such. Poor Larz almost lost a foot back there! I wish to emphasise that I am not a thief but I have, er, friends in low places. Who like to talk. Maybe I picked up enough to be of use?"

Boris took the lead in going deeper in the cavern, looking for what he'd been told was the tell-tale sign of a booby-trap like deadfall, pits, pungi stakes, and so on.

In reply to Boris Underhill (msg # 224):

"Don't care whether you're a thief or not lad. If you have any ability at all in checking for traps it would help." the barbarian replied. "Otherwise, I'll keep plowing forward and hope I don't kill myself, or someone behind me."


OOC: Larz will wait to see if anyone else wants to check for traps and such, otherwise he'll press forward.

In reply to Larzander Gunderzen (msg # 225):

Stumbling a little as he moves forward, takes a big drink.    Uncharacteristically Stoney offers to lead.  "I have a good sense for those things.  I dont practice finding them, but can determine them sometimes easily.  With the help of the Gods, I will move forward and lead the way."
Hammer out in front of him, he is using it to hold himself up tap on the ground listening to the sound it makes, moving forward.

In reply to Larzander Gunderzen (msg # 225):

Boris replied, "right, I don't care if you care, just don't get the wrong idea! Stoney, if you are game to be first, then Larz will follow, then Ondrea, and I shall take up the rear."

In reply to Boris Underhill (msg # 227):

"Great then it's settled."
Walking deeper into the abyss of the unknown.
"Lets go!"

As you begin to move down the passage, you find it differs from the previous in that it was not carved from the rock but actually constructed of large stones.  After only a few dozen yards it opens a great deal allowing all of you to easily walk upright and two-abreast if you so choose.  Everything appears symmetrical and built both properly and solid.  Soon, the passageway begins to resemble an actual hallway as it increases in size to accommodate three people in line.  The ceiling too had increased to at least twenty feet or so and the walls were lined with unlit torches.

"I am guessing that the construction of this place is probably a bit beyond its present inhabitants." She continues forward giving Boris enough  room to do his search.

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In reply to Ondrea Avalor (msg # 230):

Boris nodded. "Where I come from, in Outremer, most Saracens are primitive, warlike and bestial. It is said that some, however, have mastered complex and dfficult forms of architecture. But this does seem far beyond the capabilities of those bandits we slew out in front of the town gates.

"I do not see anything dangerous. At a guess this seems like some kind of permanent temple or outpost."

In reply to Boris Underhill (msg # 231):

"Yep, me neither.   Haven't seen anything dangerous.  Larz, I think you are the lucky one who found all the traps."
Slapping him on the back.

In reply to Stoney Applesmith (msg # 232):

"I guess I'm just lucky that way." the barbarian said smirking at his friend's comment. "I've got to be good for something."

"I believe you're correct, there's no way the goblins and such made this place. They don't have the skills for such things." he added.

As you continue down the grand hallway, you finally come to a strange intersection.  The passageway in front of you ends at a wall with two identical doorways; they both appear to run straight ahead in the direction you were already going.  The passageway on the left is open and unobstructed while the passageway on the right has a large, iron portcullis blocking the opening.

In reply to The Powers That Be (msg # 234):

"I happen to think I am pretty slow at times, but this big metal gate."
Tapping on the gate.
"Tells me someone doesn't want us in there, or keeps something inside."



"What do you think, should we try to open it?"

In reply to Stoney Applesmith (msg # 235):

"I'm guessing you're right. With our luck, probably both.." Larz agreed. "Why don't you have a look at the door first and see if you see anything odd. Then we can try and open it."

10:18, Today: Larzander Gunderzen rolled 12 using 1d20.  spot check. Unless it's something a blind man could detect, Larz doesn't see anything.
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Ondrea provided protection as the other looked the gate over. Should her help be needed she will lend a hand or two.

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