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(IC) The Village of Korthos.

Posted by Dungeon MasterFor group 0
Dungeon Master
GM, 7 posts
Tue 6 Nov 2018
at 04:07
  • msg #1

(IC) The Village of Korthos


The group awakens upon the shore of a unknown island. Wreckaged is strewn about within the cold ocean and upon the beach. As the group tries to find their things, it is inevitable they are all that survived on the ship that was destroyed by a white dragon. The ship rests out in the ocean, destroyed.

Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 21 posts
Fri 1 Feb 2019
at 23:19
  • msg #2

(IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx opens his eyes, feeling the sand all through his beard and eyes. He felt like he had been drinking for a week, but knew that hadn't happened. His whole body ached, his head pounded and he didn't know where he was.

....then he remembered the ship and the dragon.

The dwarf groaned as she rolled over, looking up the sandy beach, his dark grey robe was caked with seawater and sand, he was just thankful it wasn't his good robes.  Then his eyes widened.....his gear. "By Moradin's beard....I'd just collected all that."

He sat up and sighed, looking around the beach. He stood up, cursing the dragon more for the loss of his things than the destruction. Brushing his robe, he was thankful....he saw several crew frozen and more taken by the beast.

He looked up both directions, seemingly equal amount of debris in each direction, and shrugged. "Can't stand here all day.." he said to himself, and picked a direction and began walking, checking the wreckage for useful items.

As he walked, he muttered, cursing dragons and ships
Fenris
Wolf Totem Barbarian, 1 post
Wed 6 Feb 2019
at 03:10
  • msg #3

(IC) The Village of Korthos

A small crate flies by the dwarf! The elf grumbles, his entire body soaked. Fenris grabs his odd blade, examining for a moment before sheathing it upon his back. He grabs a few more belongings and a backpack which was oddly kept dry.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 22 posts
Wed 6 Feb 2019
at 03:23
  • msg #4

(IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx stopped as the crate flew past, frowning at the elf. "Damn me elf....Ye have an arm on Ye, but will Ye try not to squash me!"

He walked over to him, noting his staff on the sand. He smiled doubled when he recognised the chest, turned over next to it. He grunted as he flipped over and opened the chest. He looked to the sky with a smile. "Damn Ye Moradin....ya still watchin' over me!" He removed his pack, rummaging and pulled out a oilskin wrapped book. He opened it and kissed the book....his grimore, his most prized possession, was intact.

He looked at the elf, shouldering his pack and grabbing his staff. "At least I can use me magic"
Fin
Rogue, 10 posts
Wed 6 Feb 2019
at 18:27
  • msg #5

(IC) The Village of Korthos

Coughing up brackish seawater, Fin pushed against the sandy beach.  His elbows locked, unsteadily holding his torso up and away from the cold ground.  Lifting his head slowly, he scanned the area as he sat completely up on his knees.

His mind swirled, trying to recount the events which ended with his regaining consciousness.  He was soaked to the bone and sore, but otherwise appeared to be uninjured.  Seeing Brankx and Fenris moving brought a slight grin to his thin lips.  At least I'm not alone, he thought.

One leg at a time, Fin stood up with some effort.  Growing up in Sharn, he was more than accustomed to walking long distances on a daily basis ... but swimming was never one of his preferred activities and his muscles were strenuously objecting.  As he started toward the others, his foot caught one of the straps of his backpack.  Lifting up the worn leather satchel, he dumped what water he could out of it and then slung it on his back.

Waving weakly to the others, he once more started toward them.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 23 posts
Wed 6 Feb 2019
at 23:16
  • msg #6

(IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx smiled as fin waved and made his way towards the two of them. He looked at Fenris with a raised eyebrow. "Quite a group we are....a dwarf who uses magic, an elf who fights like a dwarf and a waterlogged thief!" The dwarf shook his head and chuckled. "At least Ye will have someone to talk to other than me elf....on the boat I thought at times you might throw me over herself."

He brushed more sand from his robe, then looked up. "But we better think of shelter, food and water or we won't last long."
Fenris
Wolf Totem Barbarian, 2 posts
Thu 7 Feb 2019
at 13:43
  • msg #7

(IC) The Village of Korthos

The elf stares at the dwarf. He growls and moves towards him, hands turned into fists. Fenris looks down upon the dwarf, eyes narrowed."Do not call me elf. Fenris." He turns to glance at the rogue and steps back. Leaning down he grabs a few more of his gear.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 25 posts
Thu 7 Feb 2019
at 20:26
  • msg #8

(IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx holds his hands up, eyebrows raised. "No offence intended el.....Fenris." The dwarf closed his eyes, almost making the same mistake he had, innerly chastising himself. He took a breath and opened his eyes looking at Fenris.

The dwarf shouldered his pack, making a mental note not to upset the warrior...elves were usually easy going and joyful, and Fenris was not much like any he knew (not that he knew many), but even though he had never seen him fight, he didn't doubt his conviction and passion from the brief time he knew Fenris.

Brankx innerly scolded himself again, realising he was doing what others had with th him.....judged the elf by his race, and not his own abilities. Brankx decided he would trust the warrior in his skills.

He looked at Fenris. "Not much for outdoors myself. If ya have any ideas other than find shelter and salvage what we can from this wreck, I'm all ears"
Fin
Rogue, 11 posts
Half-elf rogue
Thu 7 Feb 2019
at 20:27
  • msg #9

(IC) The Village of Korthos

Fin managed a weak smile at Fenris and Brankx as he staggered up to them.  "And a jolly good time was had by all," he said flatly as he scanned the skies over the beach for any sign their assailant might be circling.  His eyes settled on the remains of their ship which lay nearly on its side in the bay.  "Can't wait to get back to civilization and submit a glowing review of our journey to the Korranberg Chronicle."
Dungeon Master
GM, 54 posts
Sat 9 Feb 2019
at 03:17
  • msg #10

(IC) The Village of Korthos

The group finds a nearbye path after gathering their things. Fenris watches some of the people who had died and looks down as if defeated. He turns and heads along with them. After a few hours, they come across a village. There's several buildings, some are two stories. All seem to be made of wood. Some villagers move about seeming unaware they are being watches. Most seems to be human but from here its hard to tell.
This message was last edited by the GM at 19:48, Tue 19 Feb 2019.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 27 posts
Wed 13 Feb 2019
at 08:19
  • msg #11

(IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx, suprised to see a village, looks on with mouth slightly agape. "eh...didn't expect that." he turns, looking at them both and shrugged. "Maybe they know a way fer us to get home. Maybe they can tell us about that damn cursed wyrm that stranded us here too."

The dwarf started for the village, shouldering his pack.
Fenris
Wolf Totem Barbarian, 3 posts
Fri 15 Feb 2019
at 15:03
  • msg #12

(IC) The Village of Korthos

The barbarian growls and watches the wizard but decides to get in front of him. He doesn't bar his path. Fenris eyes narrow as they approached the village. He glances at the rogue.
This message was last edited by the player at 15:04, Fri 15 Feb 2019.
Dungeon Master
GM, 56 posts
Mon 18 Feb 2019
at 03:14
  • msg #13

(IC) The Village of Korthos

As the group gets closer it looks like a more funcinal village. It even has a graveyard as well with a woman standing there by some sort of tomb. Several buildings are visible. And there's a port with a ship off in the distance.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 28 posts
Mon 18 Feb 2019
at 06:22
  • msg #14

(IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx visibly smiles at the sight of the ships. "By moradins beard....they have ships!" He claps his hands and looks ahead to Fenris. "Never been happier to see a ship." He walks on, staying behind the warrior.
Fin
Rogue, 12 posts
Half-elf rogue
Mon 18 Feb 2019
at 15:29
  • msg #15

(IC) The Village of Korthos

Following Fenris and Brankx, Fin paused as the village came into sight.  He likewise felt the enthusiasm which the wizard expressed, but something seemed OFF about what the rogue could see.

As the other two started walking again, Fin remained still and hissed under his breath, "Are you sure you just want to go walking into that village?  Given what we just went through, wouldn't a touch of caution seem ... I don't know, warranted perhaps?"
This message was last edited by the player at 19:06, Tue 19 Feb 2019.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 29 posts
Mon 18 Feb 2019
at 22:09
  • msg #16

(IC) The Village of Korthos

The dwarf, despite his intelligence, didn't think that the village might not welcome strangers, and with the thought implanted in his mind, he paused, and turning, looked at fin. "Guess Ye be right. I think the ordeal and seeing th' ships got me excited. What do Ye think?"
Fenris
Wolf Totem Barbarian, 4 posts
Tue 19 Feb 2019
at 21:41
  • msg #17

(IC) The Village of Korthos

A grunt comes from the barbarian. He glances at the dwarf and changeling, shrugs and goes back to watching the village. He then starts to head towards the village cautiously after all the groups been threw.
Fin
Rogue, 15 posts
Half-elf rogue
Tue 19 Feb 2019
at 23:26
  • msg #18

(IC) The Village of Korthos

Tired from their trek to the village, Fin thought for a moment and then shook his head.  "It's probably just my imagination running wild," he said with a bit of a grin.  "I'm thinking what you're thinking," he said to the wizard as he followed Fenris, "and hopefully that ship will be able to take us either back to where we started or away from here."

"Anyway,"
he continued as he walked, "just the sight of the ship seems to suggest the locals are accustomed to seeing strangers, so the danger is likely minimal."
Dungeon Master
GM, 59 posts
Thu 21 Feb 2019
at 20:17
  • msg #19

(IC) The Village of Korthos

As the group enters the town, a young woman approaches then from the graveyard. She looks to be rather upset. Coming outside, is a elderly man rubbing his chin. He looks to be human and goes over to them. Before she can speak, he nods his head."Welcome to Korthos Village. I am the mayor. What brings you here?"
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 30 posts
Sat 23 Feb 2019
at 02:47
  • msg #20

(IC) The Village of Korthos

The dwarf looks at the others with a smile, then speaks to the human. "Thanks fer your welcome. My name be Brankx, a humble practioner of the arcane, and my friends here are Fin and Fenris. We were setting sail on a ship a few nights back when we were attaked by a dragon, We awoke on the shore not long ago. I can honestly say, yer village is a sight. Would apreciate a place to stay, a meal, and a drink. "

He looked around the town with a smile. "Quite a beauitful place ye have here. perhaps ye can help us....do ye know anything of a dragon in th' area?"
Dungeon Master
GM, 60 posts
Sun 24 Feb 2019
at 23:46
  • msg #21

(IC) The Village of Korthos

The mayor rubs his chin and the woman sighs as they speak. He raises a hand to her to wait."There be a good place to stay at the inn and a meal. But may cost you. I will pay for it but I ask of you to do some things and to deal with that dragon. There be a mage that can aid but he is some distance off. An' you will have to deal with somethings happening in the crypts below this village. Oh and aid for someone within that's injured. What say you? Will you aid us? We got few guards now and this place does need a helping hand."

The barbarian grunts, watching them. He glances at the woman, who has her head lowered to the ground.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 31 posts
Mon 25 Feb 2019
at 00:35
  • msg #22

(IC) The Village of Korthos

The dwarf looks at Fenris and Fin, clearly waiting for any indication from either, but turns and speaks to the mayor again. "We have little gold, but if ye willing to pay fer a meal and lodging fer some jobs, i'm all fer it. I can't speak fer the others here though."

He sighs and looks at the mayor in his eyes. "But first....Tell me of this wyrm, th' mage ye speak of and of these crypts."
Fin
Rogue, 16 posts
Half-elf rogue
Mon 25 Feb 2019
at 17:58
  • msg #23

(IC) The Village of Korthos

Fin listened quietly as Brankx and the mayor exchanged pleasantries.  The mayor's offer of lodging in barter for some work also interested the rogue and so he nodded his assent when the wizard looked his direction.

"Also," he quickly interjected when Brankx was finished speaking, "we'd like to allow the woman to speak.  Go on," Fin encouraged her, "what say you?"
Dungeon Master
GM, 61 posts
Tue 26 Feb 2019
at 21:41
  • msg #24

(IC) The Village of Korthos

The mayor speaks."I heard it lies upon the mountain, some distance off. In a cave but none has seen it and returned. Now iffn you will aid us, we have something that protect this place from it."

He nods to the woman and she speaks up."My family owns the crypt. Strange things had been heard coming from it. But hard to make out what. I've been there some time in the past and it was quiet. If you do not mind would you check it out?"
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 32 posts
Sun 3 Mar 2019
at 10:58
  • msg #25

(IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx sniffs and looks at fin. "Wyrms are a lot ter mess with. We will need help on that overgrown lizard." He scratches his chin. "Maybe that mage can help us. Me bein' a magic user myself, I wouldn't mind talkin' to him anyway.....professional courtesy and a possible ally and someone I can trade with" Brankx learnt quickly that most magic users were willing to trade in magic, something he could use.

Looking at the others, he shrugged. "But if th' wyrm keeps his distance from Ye town, I suggest maybe we look into Ye crypt first"
Fin
Rogue, 17 posts
Half-elf rogue
Mon 4 Mar 2019
at 16:33
  • msg #26

(IC) The Village of Korthos

Fin nodded his agreement with Brankx's assessment.  "I have little interest in confronting a dragon given how spectacular our last encounter on the ship went," he said with a wry grin, "but I think we could barter room and board in exchange for having a look into this young lady's family crypt."

"Though, the more I think about it," Fin paused, frowning, "having someone versed in the divine could likely be a tremendous help.  Any chance your town has a priest or priestess that might be willing to explore the crypt with us?"
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 3 posts
Wed 6 Mar 2019
at 02:03
  • msg #27

(IC) The Village of Korthos

“Excuse me, did someone ask for help from a priest or priestess. While I'm not quite a full priestess, I am a full-fledged Acolyte trained in healing and other skills who has been invested with some of the power of Pelor. Hopefully, I can serve your needs.” spoke someone in a bright cheerful voice.

Following the voice to its source reveals a youthful-looking human female wearing the robes of a priest of Pelor over a chain mail shirt. She is of medium height, with wavy hair with the texture of silk and the color of fire, wide brown eyes, and sun-kissed skin. Around her neck, she wears a wooden holy symbol of a smiling Pelor secured by a simple hemp cord.

Stepping up to join the group she nods to the woman and says "Good day, Mayor. Good day new friends, I am Cumarinda Imbrex, a devoted servant of the Great God Pelor."
This message was last edited by the player at 02:04, Wed 06 Mar 2019.
Dungeon Master
GM, 64 posts
Wed 6 Mar 2019
at 02:17
  • msg #28

(IC) The Village of Korthos

The barbarian just stares at the mayor and the woman. As the cleric approaches, he turns and watches her. His eyes narrow, looking more like a wildman then a actual elf. Fenris grunts towards her."Fenris."

The mayor nods his head."I feel going down to the tombs is the better bet. Help make sure the village is safe. We have one hurt man but no one can really help him. He maintains the item to keep this place safe but no one dares to go inside and check it. As for the tombs, no one knows what happened within as she's terrified about going down there. Like I said, aid us and you will have a place to stay and meals."

The other woman lowers her head and looks like she wants to cry. The mayor rests his hand upon her shoulder.

Fenris grunts and looks at them then the entrance to the tombs.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 34 posts
Wed 6 Mar 2019
at 03:23
  • msg #29

(IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx looks at Cumarinda with a smile. "Good to have Ye with us.....any help be welcome expecially if we be going n a crypt." He hold out his hand. "I be Brankx Onyxshield, arcane practioner and sage at Ye service"

He looks at the mayor with a gruff nod and smile. "ye strike a fair deal....rooma dn meals in return fer checking on ye crypt. I ask that anythin' found thats not belonging to ye kin be divided between us. You have my word we will respect ye kin's resting, but if we are attacked, we will defend ourselves."

He then looks at the woman. "Don't worry...we will get to th' bottom o' this. If ye know anything that can help us, would help girlie."
This message was last edited by the player at 03:28, Wed 06 Mar 2019.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 4 posts
Wed 6 Mar 2019
at 06:46
  • msg #30

(IC) The Village of Korthos

Cumarinda nodded and smiled at the elf barbarian after being given his name. She reached out to shakes hands with the dwarf mage with a smile, “I am pleased to meet you Brankx and you too.” she concluded offering her hand to the half-elf thief. Continuing while shaking hands with Fin, “If we are going to try to solve the problems inside that family crypt, all of you should eat drink and rest. I will prepare for our upcoming journey by gathering my equipment.”
This message was last edited by the player at 13:37, Wed 06 Mar 2019.
Fin
Rogue, 21 posts
Half-elf rogue
Wed 6 Mar 2019
at 16:40
  • msg #31

(IC) The Village of Korthos

"Ah," Fin smiled at the mayor while taking the cleric's outstretched hand, "you say you have a man hurt that no one can help, but perhaps the lovely and talented acolyte Cumarinda of Pelor might have a look at this poor soul."

Releasing her hand, the rogue turned to the woman and looked into her eyes.  "While I myself have never heard of Pelor, I believe her smile alone might just cure a cloudy day!"
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 5 posts
Thu 7 Mar 2019
at 06:02
  • msg #32

(IC) The Village of Korthos

Cumarinda nodded in agreement when the charming half-elf suggested that she could be of help to a wounded man that no one else could help. “Of course if my healing skills cannot prevail, it will be by the grace of Pelor that I will succeed.”

As Fin’s eyes met hers she felt her face flush slightly and her smile grew, “Thank you for your heartening words. With Pelor’s help, I will do my best to be worthy of your faith in me. May I know your name, charming rascal?”

Dungeon Master
GM, 67 posts
Thu 7 Mar 2019
at 16:46
  • msg #33

(IC) The Village of Korthos

The woman takes off to get her gear and the mayor thanks them for helping out. Inside the tavern, there is a male human standing at the bar. Its empty. There is a stairs leading upstairs and a door near the bar leading elsewhere. A fire burns in the corner. Several chairs and tables line the area. He looks up and nods his head as the mayor enters. The man rubs his chin after the mayor talks to him and leaves.

The innkeeper leans against the bar."I can give you stew and water for food and you can rest by the fire."

Oddly the barbarian doesn't follow you in.
Fin
Rogue, 22 posts
Half-elf rogue
Thu 7 Mar 2019
at 16:49
  • msg #34

(IC) The Village of Korthos

Releasing Cumarinda's hand, the rogue bowed his head slightly as they followed the mayor to the inn and said, "My name is Fin. I am delighted to make your acquaintance.  And I, for one, second the words of Brankx that your assistance in exploring the young lady's family crypt would be welcome indeed."
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 36 posts
Thu 7 Mar 2019
at 20:24
  • msg #35

(IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx, looking at the inn, lets out an audible sigh and makes his way towards the fire. "Stew and water will be great thank Ye." He sits at the closest table to the fire, and placing his staff and pack on the ground, he opens his pack and removes his spellbook.

Smiling at the others, he speaks. "If we be going down a crypt, I suggest we rest th' night here. I want to revise me spells a bit to better prepare for anything down there."
Fin
Rogue, 23 posts
Half-elf rogue
Thu 7 Mar 2019
at 21:00
  • msg #36

(IC) The Village of Korthos

"Wait," Fin paused, looking around the main room of tavern, "there was an offer of free food and Fenris is nowhere to be found?" he said, only half-joking.  Turning back toward the door the group just came in, the rogue exited to the street.

"Fenris, are you out here?" he said as Fin looked around for his friend.
Dungeon Master
GM, 71 posts
Mon 11 Mar 2019
at 14:49
  • msg #37

(IC) The Village of Korthos

The barbarian isn't in the square outside the tavern. Where could he be?
Fin
Rogue, 25 posts
Half-elf rogue
Mon 11 Mar 2019
at 16:18
  • msg #38

(IC) The Village of Korthos

Turning back into the tavern, Fin called to Brankx.  "Oi, Brankx, before you get lost in your books we need to track down Fenris," the rogue said.  "Not sure where he's run off to, but if we have any hope of helping these people we'll be needing his muscle seeing as the two of us couldn't really fight our way out of a barrel of water."
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 38 posts
Mon 11 Mar 2019
at 21:40
  • msg #39

(IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx, alreadylost in his books, knew the spells he had were adequate, but as was habnit, he always zoned out when reading. "What.....Fenris is gone?" The dwarf muttered as he closed his book. "Damn fool probably went to the crypt himself...or to challenge the dragon on his own."

He packed the book in his pack and looked at the innkeeper. "Food and drink will have ter wait friend...but we'll be back " He grabbed his staff and started walking towards fin. "Can Ye track him boy?"
Fenris
Barbarian, 5 posts
Tue 12 Mar 2019
at 03:45
  • msg #40

(IC) The Village of Korthos

The barbarian comes around a corner, with two rabbits around his neck. He grunts, finds a small well and grabs the bucket after he fills it. He throws it over his face and hands which are both covered in blood.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 10 posts
Tue 12 Mar 2019
at 04:44
  • msg #41

(IC) The Village of Korthos

Having gone to the home of the family of Pelor believers where she was lodging and gathering her gear, the young fire headed woman returned to the tavern.

The bright smile she was wearing fades slightly when she sees the pool of blood and water at Fenris' feet. An expression of concern crosses her face and she asks, "Are you hurt, Fenris?" Then she notices the rabbit 'necklace', his wet hair and clothing. "Oh, I see, the blood and water...from the rabbits."

An expression of curiosity crossed her face as she started to ask another question, but was interrupted by the arrival of Brankx and Fin.
This message was last edited by the player at 06:55, Tue 12 Mar 2019.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 39 posts
Tue 12 Mar 2019
at 07:07
  • msg #42

(IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx walks outside to fenris covered in water and blood and Cumarinda speaking to him. "what's the matter....stew not ye style?" he smiles at the barbarian and looked at Fin.

"See....He's fine"
Fenris
Barbarian, 6 posts
Wed 13 Mar 2019
at 01:14
  • msg #43

(IC) The Village of Korthos

With the rabbits strung around his neck, he grunts and walks over to the cleric. Oddly, he goes to place his hands on her face if allowed."Food. You eat?" Odd. He tilts his head as he watches her. Strange indeed. He glances at the dwarf "Not hurt. Rabbits."
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 11 posts
Wed 13 Mar 2019
at 08:05
  • msg #44

(IC) The Village of Korthos

In reply to Fenris (msg # 43):

With a smile, Cumarinda allows the barbarian to touch her face. "Yes, I do eat. I cook too. I enjoy food as a blessing. I will prepare them for you if you wish, Fenris." she says as she gently caresses the back of his hands.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 40 posts
Wed 13 Mar 2019
at 09:04
  • msg #45

(IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx looks at the interaction between Fenris and the Cleric with a slight smile on his face. Then when Fenris addresses Brankx, he nods. "Fear a second I thought you went to clean th' crypts out yerself. Glad am I to see Ye."  He sighs, then looks at the three. "Now that Ye have dinner, do Ye want to rest th' night or go to th' crypts and start gettin' to th' bottom of what's in there?"
Fin
Rogue, 27 posts
Half-elf rogue
Wed 13 Mar 2019
at 14:18
  • msg #46

(IC) The Village of Korthos

"Yeah, yeah ... he's fine," Fin grinned sheepishly at Fenris.  "You're right, Brankx, I should have known better than to be concerned about him."

"As for me, I'd still prefer something to eat and waking up anywhere but face down on a beach after a few hours' sleep."

Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 12 posts
Fri 15 Mar 2019
at 00:01
  • msg #47

(IC) The Village of Korthos

"If you wish to go now, I am ready. However, I would advise having a meal before going off into the darkness." the young cleric observes cheerfully in a calm voice.
This message was last edited by the player at 05:08, Fri 15 Mar 2019.
Fenris
Barbarian, 7 posts
Sun 17 Mar 2019
at 23:09
  • msg #48

(IC) The Village of Korthos

"Go now. Eat later." The barbarian grunts and pulls his hands slowly from the cleric's cheeks. He does blush which is odd and heads towards the tomb, with the squirrels over his side. Odd man.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 41 posts
Mon 18 Mar 2019
at 00:48
  • msg #49

(IC) The Village of Korthos

The dwarf, looked Ng at fin with a shrug, smiles. "Seems most of us are eager ter see what's down there. So let's go and take a look at what's down there."

With the consensus for now, the dwarf again shoulders his pack and grabs his staff. "To th' crypts it is then"
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 13 posts
Mon 18 Mar 2019
at 06:03
  • msg #50

(IC) The Village of Korthos

"Well, since we seem to be heading for the tomb, I only ask that we gather at the door before going inside. I hope that is not too much to ask. May Pelor's light bless our steps."The cleric nods.
This message was last edited by the GM at 10:01, Mon 18 Mar 2019.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 42 posts
Mon 18 Mar 2019
at 09:26
  • msg #51

(IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx starts walking past the Cleric. "Trust me girl....I may be dwarf, but I'll not be up th' front. My skills are suited behind Ye." He smiles at the Cleric as he turns. "....but don't fret. I pack a punch my kin lack"
Fin
Rogue, 28 posts
Half-elf rogue
Mon 18 Mar 2019
at 14:19
  • msg #52

(IC) The Village of Korthos

Fin shrugged, "Far be it from me to swim against the stream.  If everyone else is in favor of getting on with business, then by all means let's get after it."
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 17 posts
Tue 19 Mar 2019
at 06:43
  • msg #53

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Fenris:
"Go now. Eat later." The barbarian grunts and pulls his hands slowly from the cleric's cheeks. He does blush which is odd and heads towards the tomb, with the squirrels over his side. Odd man.


The cleric of Pelor was inwardly confused, she pondered possible reasons why the elven barbarian would be blushing. Her experiences while living and serving at her home temple simply hadn't prepared her for the variety of people in the world. Then again, that was one reason she'd been sent out, to gain more worldly knowledge.

She paused for a moment seeming to study the retreating back of the barbarian, then quickly followed the others as they headed for the tomb.
This message was last edited by the player at 15:22, Tue 19 Mar 2019.
Dungeon Master
GM, 77 posts
Wed 20 Mar 2019
at 17:57
  • msg #54

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The tombs are dark and gloomy. They enter and stop as they see a gate that is closed. They can make out a hallway built into the earth that goes off to the right.
Fin
Rogue, 29 posts
Half-elf rogue
Wed 20 Mar 2019
at 18:13
  • msg #55

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Walking up to the gate, Fin scowled slightly.  "Isn't that interesting?" he asked no one in particular as he started to examine the gate.  "Cumarinda, is having a gate at the entrance to a tomb or mausoleum a custom in this area?" he asked while searching.


13:09, Today: Fin rolled 8 using 1d20+6.  Search.
This message was last edited by the player at 23:45, Wed 20 Mar 2019.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 18 posts
Wed 20 Mar 2019
at 21:44
  • msg #56

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

With a perky and insistent smile, she replied, "I will be happy to answer your question Fin after we seek the blessings of Pelor. Everyone, please bow your heads silently while I recite a short prayer."

"Great Pelor, life-giving god of the Sun, please bathe us in your loving and purifying rays and bless us as we delve into the darkness to bring light." she intoned with reverence.

Afterward, she turned towards Fin and answered, "Yes, for those families that can afford them, it is common to gate such places." 
This message was last edited by the player at 21:46, Wed 20 Mar 2019.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 45 posts
Wed 20 Mar 2019
at 22:12
  • msg #57

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The dwarf looks at the gate and tomb with a sniff. His kind commonly used the earth for last rites, but the way human's buried their dead was a pale comparison to his kin.

....still, they were young compared to dwarves.

He stands silently as Cumarinda mutters her prayer, his eye looking around, but staying silent....the dwarf favoured logic over faith, such was the life of a wizard, but he knew that each person had their place and beliefs, and he knew priestly magic had it's place.

Once the priest finished her prayer, he spoke. "My kin live by the earth, so it's no suprise we return to it. Your human rites confuse me at times girl, but i'll give ye this, ye respect th' dead."

He nodded, then looked at Fenris. "After you."
Fin
Rogue, 30 posts
Half-elf rogue
Wed 20 Mar 2019
at 23:52
  • msg #58

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The rogue nodded silently as the cleric recited her prayer.  I must remember to ask her about this Pelor, he thought to himself as she spoke.  He's not a part of the Sovereign Host pantheon, perhaps a regional deity?

"My point in asking about the gate," he continued, "is a simple curiosity:  are the gates used to keep unscrupulous grave robbers from plundering whatever riches might be within ... or to keep the deceased interred where they belong?"

Fin stepped aside to allow Fenris a path to go ahead.
Fenris
Barbarian, 8 posts
Thu 21 Mar 2019
at 02:50
  • msg #59

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Tilting his head as the cleric prays, the elf waits. He then grunts when done and goes to go through the gate. He grabs it and gives it a hard pull, almost breaking it off the hinges. The man shrugs, glancing back at the others.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 46 posts
Thu 21 Mar 2019
at 03:23
  • msg #60

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx smiles at Fenris and his attempt of opening the gate, almost tearing them from the hinges. he looks at the elf with a wink. "I'm sure th' dead take no offence Fenris...they be resting well. Besides, ye don'r know ye strength anyway"
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 19 posts
Thu 21 Mar 2019
at 07:04
  • msg #61

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Cumarinda looks at Fin patiently and explains, “There are other reasons, such a gate would allow successive generations to have their remains interred with their family without violating the tomb itself. This is in addition to protecting the few valuables buried with those inside.”

She tenses slightly and frowns as she continues, "Only under the evilest circumstances could anyone imagine their beloved dead rising from their places of rest.”

After a momentary flash of anger, she clings to her holy symbol and silently enters the tomb behind Fenris.
This message had punctuation tweaked by the player at 00:42, Fri 22 Mar 2019.
Fin
Rogue, 31 posts
Half-elf rogue
Thu 21 Mar 2019
at 15:41
  • msg #62

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Fin sensed he had touched upon a delicate subject with the cleric and simply nodded that he understood what she had said.  Having only know Cumarinda less than an hour, he decided to be silent so as not to upset her further.  After all, he thought, who wants to stroll through a tomb without a priestess close at hand?

Unshouldering his short bow, he held the weapon in his left hand as he followed the others into the first chamber.
Dungeon Master
GM, 78 posts
Thu 21 Mar 2019
at 22:24
  • msg #63

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The barbarian heads forwards with the others. Its a cavern with some torches here and there as the group keeps moving. It shifts and heads to the east down a set of stairs. Stopping in his tracks, Fenris looks around before going down the set of stairs but shakes his head and keeps moving. To the north and to the south end. The south seems to slant downwars but the north does the same thing.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 20 posts
Sun 24 Mar 2019
at 06:42
  • msg #64

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The cleric looks back and forth between both downward sloping ends. She steps forward to just behind Fenris and asks in a soft voice, "Which way do you think we should go? If someone were to ask me, I'd say we should go north."
This message was last edited by the player at 06:43, Sun 24 Mar 2019.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 48 posts
Sun 24 Mar 2019
at 08:06
  • msg #65

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The dwarf, behind the others, looks at the passages with a sniff. "At this point, either way is as good as any.....so if Ye want to go north, we can check north. If we find nothin', we come back."
Fin
Rogue, 33 posts
Half-elf rogue
Sun 24 Mar 2019
at 20:24
  • msg #66

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

From the back of the group, Fin was unsure what might have caused Fenris to pause.  Watching behind as much as possible, he simply said, "Sounds like it's north."
Dungeon Master
GM, 83 posts
Sun 24 Mar 2019
at 23:40
  • msg #67

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The group goes north. On each side are closed coffins and a gate to the north. A lever lies on the wall.

Fenris tilts his head, drawing his courtblade but he keeps it down and sniffs a few times. He goes over to the gate and seems to be looking around it, as it isn't solid and then goes over to the lever but he doesn't go to move it.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 21 posts
Mon 25 Mar 2019
at 02:48
  • msg #68

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Cumarinda pauses, looks thoughtful for a moment, then turns towards Fin with a smile asking, "I have called you a rascal for your sweet language but I still don't know what exactly your profession is? Maybe this lever and gate are something you know more about than Fenris and I do?"
Fin
Rogue, 34 posts
Half-elf rogue
Mon 25 Mar 2019
at 17:14
  • msg #69

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Always with the smile, he thought.  "Rascal, scoundrel, rapscallion, jack-of-all-trades, rogue," Fin answered her smile with one of his own, "I've been called many things in my day ... and not all of them untrue."  He shouldered his bow as he stepped forward to the gate.

Fin closely examined the latch mechanism.


12:12, Today: Fin rolled 14 using 1d20+6.  Search gate for traps.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 50 posts
Mon 25 Mar 2019
at 21:39
  • msg #70

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx shook his head at fin, smiling. "Ye certainly be a rogue Fin.....charmer may need to be added to Ye list too"Despite himself, he liked Fin....charismatic and friendly. He even liked Fenris, but fin was more approachable.

"I'm sure Ye skills will come in handy before this is through"
Fin
Rogue, 35 posts
Half-elf rogue
Wed 27 Mar 2019
at 14:35
  • msg #71

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"Well, then," the rogue said, straightening himself after examining the gate, "this seems a bit too obvious, but why shouldn't something be easy once in a while?"

Turning to Fenris, he asked, "Fenris, if you'd be so kind?" as he moved his arm, indicating the barbarian should move the lever.
Dungeon Master
GM, 84 posts
Wed 27 Mar 2019
at 16:46
  • msg #72

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The barbarian grabs the lever and lowers it and the gate is slowly opened. Fenris grunts and goes on in first.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 51 posts
Wed 27 Mar 2019
at 23:16
  • msg #73

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx looks at fin with a smile. "It's th' mayors crypt so I don't expect any suprised.....but better to be careful anyway" He follows after Fenris, the closest cling of his staff on the ground as he moves.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 22 posts
Wed 27 Mar 2019
at 23:56
  • msg #74

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The fire hair colored cleric followed closely behind Fin, her hand briefly resting on his lower back before they entered the room beyond the gate.
This message was last edited by the player at 05:45, Thu 28 Mar 2019.
Fin
Rogue, 36 posts
Half-elf rogue
Thu 28 Mar 2019
at 01:19
  • msg #75

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Unshouldering his bow once more, Fin turned to follow Brankx and Fenris down the passage.  "Really?" he responded to Brankx as they walked.  The rogue suppressed a grin as he felt the cleric's hand briefly on his back.

"The simple fact that we're walking into a tomb without any substantial knowledge of what to expect other than the mayor's concern about 'strange noises' coming from within already has me surprised," he said.  "Whatever comes next will probably move me from 'surprised' straight to 'flabbergasted,'" he joked.
Dungeon Master
GM, 85 posts
Fri 29 Mar 2019
at 02:02
  • msg #76

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The group finds a closed door to the north. To the west, a set of steps lead further downwards. Two closed coffins rest on the wall on either side.

Fenris growls as he turns, watching the cleric with her hands upon the rogues back. Odd. He pulls out his sword, aimed down and looks at the door then the steps leading further down.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 52 posts
Sat 30 Mar 2019
at 23:07
  • msg #77

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx, raising an eyebrow at Fenris's behaviour, looks at the Cleric and rogue and shrugs. He points at fin, indicating his ear, then the door. Grasping his staff, he steps towards Fenris and lets out a soft whistle, hoping he will turn.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 23 posts
Mon 1 Apr 2019
at 16:31
  • msg #78

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The cleric with the flame-colored hair confidently smiles at Brankx then rests a hand on the barbarian's shoulder, gently nudging him to turn to look at them both.
Fin
Rogue, 38 posts
Half-elf rogue
Mon 1 Apr 2019
at 17:19
  • msg #79

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Fin approached the two coffins with the thought that he would lightly rap on one just to see if "anyone was home," but he decided against it.  Doubtful our acolyte would see the humor in it, he mused to himself as he watched Fenris pause at the door.
This message was last edited by the player at 17:46, Mon 01 Apr 2019.
Fenris
Barbarian, 9 posts
Mon 1 Apr 2019
at 18:18
  • msg #80

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Tilting his head as his shoulder is leaned on, he looks at the cleric and goes over to the doorway. His eyes narrow and he shrugs, and opens the door. It leads further down a step of steps.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 53 posts
Fri 5 Apr 2019
at 00:25
  • msg #81

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx smiles at Fenris, nodding his head, then follows. He looks at the others with a  smile. "Always comforted when i'm underground...feels a little piece of home, given this is a crypt excluded of course"

He follows second after Fenris, his eyes and ears peeled for sounds
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 24 posts
Fri 5 Apr 2019
at 05:31
  • msg #82

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

After the young red-haired acolyte of Pelor stepped in beside Brankx, she briefly turned towards Fin and gestured for him to move in ahead of her "Please feel free to step in front of me beside our courageous warrior but be careful of the rabbit meal he's carrying." she brightly asked.

With a hand on her holy symbol, she spent a moment in reverent and silent prayer, her eyes closed and her lips hardly moving. The moment over, she opened her eyes and fell into step with the others.
Fin
Rogue, 39 posts
Half-elf rogue
Fri 5 Apr 2019
at 17:49
  • msg #83

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Smiling, Fin bowed his head to Cumarinda.  "That hardly seems gallant, me going first with you being a lady," he said in jest, "but since you insist I'm happy to do so."  He stepped around the cleric, bow still in hand.

"Of course, a dwarf would feel most at home underground," Fin replied to Brankx as he followed the wizard down the stairs.  "For myself, I prefer to have the sky above as opposed to the ground."
Dungeon Master
GM, 88 posts
Sun 7 Apr 2019
at 00:52
  • msg #84

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The group heads down a flight of stairs. Two torches line the walls, oddly ignited illuminate the area. As they get to the bottom, Fenris holds a hand up. Inside the room there is a open coffin but from this distance hard to tell what is in it if anything at all. Four torches line the walls in every corner. There are two skeletons on the ground that look disturbed. Standing  in front of the coffin is a sahugain. It kneels down and looks like its praying.
Ballast
Fighter, 2 posts
HP 22/22, AC: 15
F: +4, R: +1, W: +1
Sun 7 Apr 2019
at 05:16
  • msg #85

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Behind the group comes a deep, heavy tread, the sound of something very weighty and inevitable.  Those who look behind see a figure they likely thought lost in the wrecking of their vessel (save Cumarinda).  Over six feet tall, crafted of wood and dark adamantine, the solid warforged known as Ballast had been considered almost part of the ship, rather than part of the crew.  Ballast had been partially literally ballast, due to his over one-ton weight, and also acted as an assistant to the ship's carpenter, affecting repairs with metal and wood.  But when the dragon had attacked the ship, there was no hope for Ballast to go anywhere on the crippled vessel but straight to the sea floor.

But from the stray bit of seaweed around the warforged's neck, it seems that the sea floor was not a problem for a being who doesn't need to breathe.  Carrying a trident and hefting a waterlogged wooden shield, Ballast's green eyes catch the torchlight as he inclines his head to his companions, pleased to see they were not lost as so many others were.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 55 posts
Sun 7 Apr 2019
at 05:54
  • msg #86

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx was a little taken aback by the sahugain praying within the crypt. Though he didn't know much, brankx knew sahugain, by nature, were water dwellers....and needed water to survive. To see one here either meant it had access to water, or something was very wrong.

He held his finger to his lips, indicating quiet, and held 1 finger up....so as he could tell he saw only the one.

When he looked back and heard the footsteps, he smiled at the appearance of Ballast. He met him on the ship, and was curious about him, but due to the warforged being so busy, had little time to talk. He knew, however, that his presence was a good thing. he nodded at the warrior with a smile.  he huddled everyone together and whispered. "There be only one, but somethin' sits strange....they usually be water dwellers. still, they be ferice."

He looks to Fenris, who was still in the lead, to act after him.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 27 posts
HP 24/24, AC:16
F: +5, R: +1, W: +6
Tue 9 Apr 2019
at 06:18
  • msg #87

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Cumarinda was quite a bit more than taken aback by the sight of the wicked looking fish monster in the position of holy prayer. With her eyes wide and her mouth gaping open into a silent '0', she looked at the others long enough to catch Brankx's hand instructions.

Quickly closing her mouth, she then heard the heavy tread of something coming up behind them. Quickly noting the lack of concern from Brankx, she held her peace while staring as the warforged approached.

In the huddle, she whispered to the others, "Forgive me, who is this warforged being? It seems the rest of you know each other but I have not been introduced."

She looked back and forth to each of the others while awaiting the answer.
Ballast
Fighter, 4 posts
HP 26/26, AC: 22
F: +4, R: +1, W: +1
Tue 9 Apr 2019
at 12:41
  • msg #88

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"Ballast, ship's carpenter, guard.  Fell to the sea floor during attack on ship; mild difficulty finding shore in darkness," the warforged says, quietly as it is able.  "Is the sahuagin a foe?"  He might have seen a few of the sea devils swimming around while he had been walking to shore, but lacking the enhanced eyesight of other races, he certainly may have been mistaken.
Fin
Rogue, 41 posts
HP: 12/12 AC: 14
F +0/R +6/W +2
Tue 9 Apr 2019
at 14:08
  • msg #89

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Fin grinned widely at the approach of Ballast, thankful the warforged survived.  The rogue pulled the seaweed off his neck and tossed it aside.  "Glad you could join the fun," he whispered, unsure of what the group intended to do next.  "As for friend or foe, I think we've yet to decide.  Water dweller or no, why would such a creature be offering prayer in a human tomb?"

He looked at Cumarinda, hopeful she might have an answer.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 56 posts
Tue 9 Apr 2019
at 22:58
  • msg #90

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx was glad for the warforged safety and presence....it was reassuring to have another fighter and familiar face. He looked at Cumarinda with a smile. "I assure ye, Ballast be friend to us girl....annd he will prove it soon i guess. As fer him in there, more the point is what in the nine hells is a water breather doing in an underground tomb?"
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 29 posts
HP 24/24, AC:16
F: +5, R: +1, W: +6
Wed 10 Apr 2019
at 01:46
  • msg #91

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"Welcome Ballast. As to the sea creature, it looks wicked but it's bowed in holy prayer. Maybe we should chance speaking first. If none of you will, I will take the risk with my mace and shield close at hand. I await your decision." whispered the priestess of Pelor as she readied her shield.
This message was last edited by the player at 02:26, Wed 10 Apr 2019.
Dungeon Master
GM, 92 posts
Wed 10 Apr 2019
at 02:50
  • msg #92

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Glancing at the warforged, the elf nods his head. His hands tense along his blade, and he turns towards the creature. A grunt comes from him and he decides to go towards the sahuagin with a drawn blade being in the front. He stands there, about 20' away.

The sahugain looks up and stands. He slams his hand against the coffin as two skeletons rises up, armed with longswords and shields but they do not attack.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 58 posts
Thu 11 Apr 2019
at 07:23
  • msg #93

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx, stepping in behind Fenris, slams the butt of his staff on the ground, no longer whispering. "Well, and his is a first...a water breather summoning undead. This is gettin' interesting!"

He stood ready to utter a spell as soon as either of the skeletons or the sahigain made a move, but stood glaring at it. "Make a move fish face, and by moradins beard, I'll make sure you'll wish you were trapped in a desert!"
This message was last edited by the GM at 11:12, Thu 11 Apr 2019.
Ballast
Fighter, 7 posts
HP 38/38, AC: 22
F: +4, R: +2, W: +2
Thu 11 Apr 2019
at 08:17
  • msg #94

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast, seeing any attempt at stealth has been abandoned, levels his trident at the sahuagin and charges with the same inevitability as a lightning rail engine.  His feet pound on the floor like a heavy warhorse as he thrusts his trident at the sea devil with powerful precision!


OOC: 03:15, Today: Ballast rolled 28 using 1d20+8.  Charge attack with trident.
03:16, Today: Ballast rolled 10 using 1d20+8.  Crit confirm. (miss crit)
03:16, Today: Ballast rolled 9 using 1d8+3.  Trident damage.

Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 60 posts
Fri 12 Apr 2019
at 05:03
  • msg #95

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx, seeing the blur of movement, couldn't help but hold in a groan. Damn me...he reminds me of my cousin! He thought to himself. In the split second the thoughts crossed his mind, the dwarf acted, knowing all too well the warforged had the sahugian occupied, he was determined to do something about the skeletons.

Reaching into his pouch, he withdrew two small spell components....powdered rhubarb an the dried stomach of an adder. In reality, he was waiting for an opportunity to try this spell, an drow seemed a good time as any. Muttering in a language unknown to most, the dwarf crushed the ingredients and holding his hands a few inches apart, facing each other, he looked at one of the skeletons. Within moments, a green/purple glob of energy grew inbetween his hands an dupon completion, sent it towards the skeleton.

<OOC: Brankx Onyxshield rolled 16 using 1d20+1.  Iniative

Brankx Onyxshield rolled 11 using 1d20+1.  Ranged touch attack - acid arrow .


Fin
Rogue, 44 posts
HP: 18/18 AC: 14
F +1/R +6/W +3
Fri 12 Apr 2019
at 16:43
  • msg #96

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

As Fin watched the warforged charge forward he shouted, "We really need to work on your people skills, Ballast!"

Knocking an arrow, he squinted at the skeletons for a split second and then took aim at the sahuagin as he released the bowstring.


11:40, Today: Fin rolled 11 using 1d20+4.  Melee attack, Sahuagin.
This message was last edited by the GM at 16:46, Fri 12 Apr 2019.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 32 posts
HP 35/35, AC:16
F: +5, R: +2, W: +6
Fri 12 Apr 2019
at 20:15
  • msg #97

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Her hand floated to her holy symbol, which she held in front of herself. She prepared to take action should the attacks of the others failed to destroy the sea creature and its undead support.

"Lay your foul undead creatures back to rest or be ready to see them destroyed!" she shouted to the sea monster.

<OOC: She holds action, preparing to turn the skeletons when/if they move to attack.>
Dungeon Master
GM, 100 posts
Fri 12 Apr 2019
at 21:02
  • msg #98

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The barbarian charges the Sahuagin, ripping into him but it doesn't kill it.

Fin moves towards the foe but misses!

Cumarinda waits for a moment.

Brankx's acid spell hits the Sahuagin. It stumbles backwards and falls to the ground.

The warforge seeing the Sahuagin dead, charges at one of the skeletons, hitting it.

One standing near the fighter swings its sword and misses.

The other skeleton flanks and attacks the warforged but misses its mark.

Group is up!

Skeletons x2 (24)
??/04 Damage Reduction
??/??
-------------------------------
Fenris (21)
Fin (20)
Cumarinda (20)
Brankx (16)
-------------------------------
Sahuagin (15) DEAD
-------------------------------
Ballast (05)

Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 33 posts
HP 35/35, AC:16
F: +5, R: +2, W: +6
Sat 13 Apr 2019
at 05:36
  • msg #99

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Facing the skeletons, Cumarinda presents her holy symbol and shouts, "In the name of my shining lord Pelor, begone you foul undead!"




OOC: 22:20, Today: Cumarinda rolled 10 using 1d20+2 (+1)
Turning Check Total = 11


DM: Last Turn
This message was last edited by the GM at 09:12, Sat 13 Apr 2019.
Dungeon Master
GM, 101 posts
Sat 13 Apr 2019
at 09:17
  • msg #100

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The skeletons turn and try to get away from the warforged as the cleric turns them! They are destroyed by the power of Pelor, crumbling into dust leaving their long swords upon the ground.

Fenris tilts his head and looks over at the cleric. His eyes narrow and then he shrugs. The barbarian gathers the long swords and drops them in front of her, grinning before moving over to the sahuagin. He kneels down and checks it for anything of value. He grabs the sahugan's tridant and tosses it to the warforged and stands up.
This message was last edited by the GM at 19:24, Sat 13 Apr 2019.
Ballast
Fighter, 10 posts
HP 38/38, AC: 22
F: +4, R: +2, W: +2
Mon 15 Apr 2019
at 14:44
  • msg #101

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast grabs the trident and nods in thanks.  "Could this sea-devil and the undead be the only source of noise?"
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 34 posts
HP 35/35, AC:16
F: +5, R: +2, W: +6
Mon 15 Apr 2019
at 17:12
  • msg #102

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

After a few whispered words, the woman with he fire-colored hair smiled shyly to the others as she let her holy symbol fall back to rest on her chest.

"Thank you, Fenris. Well, Ballast, it might have been nice to try to talk to the fish-man-thing before ending it but after it summoned the undead, it revealed its true evil nature. Thank the Shining Lord for our deliverance."

She paused to carefully pick up the swords and put them away before speaking again, "I believe that many things could make sounds here but let us continue to move forward and discover if there are more evil fish-men-things."

Stepping to the side, she gestured to Fenris and Ballast with a slight bow and open hands, inviting them to lead the group.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 62 posts
Mon 15 Apr 2019
at 22:37
  • msg #103

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx sighs as the enemies are all taken care of. He turns to the Cleric and smiles. "Nice work girlie.....with Ye here at our sides, we be in good company." He looks at ballast and just nods, then goes over to the sahuagin and kneels, looking at the area. He then looks at ballast and cumarinda. "I believe Ye may be right lass....he may be th' cause but I doubt he is it. More to th' point is what is a sea devil doing underground.....he needs water to survive, and how in the nine hells did he summon undead?"

The dwarf looks in the area for any clues.

<OOC: 08:35, Today: Brankx Onyxshield rolled 7 using 1d20+4 (DAMN!)>

With a shrug, the dwarf stands, not knowing what he was looking for, and looked at the others.

"Let's get movin'...see what else is down here."
Dungeon Master
GM, 103 posts
Tue 16 Apr 2019
at 02:14
  • msg #104

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The barbarian grunts and puts a hand to his chest. He then points at the dead fish creature and shakes his head. Heck he ripped into him but what did the warforged do? Fenris growls and turns to head back up the stairwell, glancing at the cleric. He tilts his head for a moment then takes the lead.
Ballast
Fighter, 11 posts
HP 38/38, AC: 22
F: +4, R: +2, W: +2
Tue 16 Apr 2019
at 09:12
  • msg #105

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast shrugs expansively with a metallic creaking of his joints.  One could not always be the first in battle, sometimes it was enough to mop up.  The Adamatine were not swift, so it was better to be steady and thorough than the first in every charge.  He followed the barbarian, making certain that the others were coming after.  Somewhere in this place must be others of the same vile ilk, else the sea-devil would not have been so bold to be raising undead so close to the entrance...
Fin
Rogue, 46 posts
HP: 18/18 AC: 14
F +1/R +6/W +3
Tue 16 Apr 2019
at 16:50
  • msg #106

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Fin was shocked at how quickly the group cut through the five foes.  "Maybe we should have gone after the dragon first," he said under his breath with a smile.

He stood still for a moment and watched with some amusement as the dwarf did a quick search of the area.  Only when Brankx was done did Fin follow doing his own once-over of the area, focusing on the body of the fallen sahuagin as well as the coffin.


11:43, Today: Fin rolled 26 using 1d20+6.  Search.


Opening the coffin, the rogue discovered what appeared to be a normal skeleton laying on a shield and longsword.  Additionally, the remains had rings on two different fingers.

"Well, what do we have here?"
Fin asked, as he slipped both rings off and examined them.  "Probably gold," he said as he eyed them closely, "but someone else would have to determine if either of them possessed special properties."  He held the rings out to Brankx.

Glancing over to Cumarinda, he was quick to add, "Not that any of this is simply ours for the taking."  He smiled sheepishly.
This message was last edited by the player at 18:10, Tue 16 Apr 2019.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 36 posts
HP 35/35, AC:16
F: +5, R: +2, W: +6
Wed 17 Apr 2019
at 05:00
  • msg #107

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Cumarinda looked back towards the rogue with a disapproving expression, "Of course we are taking those rings into our protection until we can show them to the lady whose ancestors are buried here."

Turning to follow the barbarian elf she smiled to the others, "Let us all follow Fenris and continue to search for the forces invading this resting place."

Coming up behind Fenris she rested a hand on his shoulder and whispered, "You and I will talk in private sometime when you are ready."
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 65 posts
Wed 17 Apr 2019
at 12:35
  • msg #108

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx looks at fin and smiles. "Hand them here fin" The dwarf holds out his hand, and once the rings are placed in his hand, begins chanting in the dwarven language, a smooth rolling phrase. <OOC: casts detect magic>

He opens his eyes, looking at the rings
Fenris
Barbarian, 11 posts
Wed 17 Apr 2019
at 12:39
  • msg #109

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The barbarian stops as the cleric speaks to him. He looks at her, a worried look over his face. Fenris then turns as the wizard uses his spell.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 66 posts
Wed 17 Apr 2019
at 12:56
  • msg #110

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx looks suprised as he notes the glow of the items, allowing a smile in his face. "These rings are magical in nature, as to how, I am unsure yet. I can discover later. But, I suggest we take the sword and shield in the coffin too...they too are I understand with magic."

He holds the rings and places them in a pouch. "Unless Ye want to hold them, I will keep them safe until I discover their magical nature. If someone can carry th' sword and shield....I still need hands for casting."

<OOC: when next we rest, I will memorise identify and find out what we have.>
Ballast
Fighter, 13 posts
HP 38/38, AC: 22
F: +4, R: +2, W: +2
Wed 17 Apr 2019
at 13:44
  • msg #111

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast hold out a hand for the weapons and places them in the top of his pack.  He was a warforged, and made for the bearing of burdens.
Fin
Rogue, 49 posts
HP: 18/18 AC: 14
F +1/R +6/W +3
Wed 17 Apr 2019
at 17:08
  • msg #112

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Fin nodded at Brankx once he made his pronouncement about the magical qualities of the rings as well as the longsword and shield.

The rogue first glanced nervously at Cumarinda, but then began to extract the weaponry from beneath the skeleton as carefully as possible so as not to completely disturb the remains.

"You're a good man, Sir Balus Henton,"
Fin whispered as he removed the two items from the coffin.  "I have no doubt that these things will be of use to us as we delve further into your family's crypt."

Once the weapons were out, Fin handed them both to Ballast.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 37 posts
HP 35/35, AC:16
F: +5, R: +2, W: +6
Wed 17 Apr 2019
at 17:13
  • msg #113

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

She whispers to Fenris with a smile, "No need to worry, friend Fenris. I just want to get to know you better. When you're ready."

Turning to the others she looks into each of their eyes as she speaks, "We all know I am a stranger to you all. I know that I am younger than many of you. Yet, by the grace of the Sun god Pelor, I have been brought to join your company."

Pausing to smile at the others she continued, "Please listen for the sake of your spiritual selves and the woman who we are serving in this journey. We may find things of great value here but they do not belong to us. They belong to the family entombed here. Unless they are found on invading forces we are only keeping them for protection until this is over. Agreed?"
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 68 posts
Thu 18 Apr 2019
at 00:23
  • msg #114

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx fold his arms ad he loons at the cleric. Brankx wasn't a man of faith....he was one of knowledge, yet he knew the faithful had their place.

The dwarf nodded abd spoke. "How about this....anything of value thats found, be it magical or otherwise, if we take, when this is done we go to the mayor. if we find the owners, we explain th' suituation and offer them back. But if the owners give them to us willingly, or more th' point, we find no owners, then they are ours fer the claiming."

Ge walks up to the woman a warm smile on his face. "I'm no graverobber girlie, but way i see it is that anything down here may be hard to kill, and magic may help us survive. and, I'd rather us claim them than some bandits that use them against th' town"
Ballast
Fighter, 15 posts
HP 38/38, AC: 22
F: +4, R: +2, W: +2
Thu 18 Apr 2019
at 01:44
  • msg #115

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast gives a single nod, though whether he's agreeing with Cumarinda or Brankx is up to interpretation.  He keeps alert for anything that might try to sneak up on them while they're debating the morality of using the weapons of the dead.
Fenris
Barbarian, 12 posts
Thu 18 Apr 2019
at 04:45
  • msg #116

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Crossing his arms over his chest, the barbarian grunts. He looks at them but doesn't say a word. Fenris nods his head, glancing at the cleric.
Fin
Rogue, 50 posts
HP: 18/18 AC: 14
F +1/R +6/W +3
Thu 18 Apr 2019
at 14:23
  • msg #117

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Fin watched carefully as Brankx explained his position, knowing it was an argument in which the dwarf was unlikely to prevail.  While working in the depths of Sharn, the rogue made due with whatever he could acquire but was quite selective with his marks.  He never claimed to be noble or someone with honor, but he wasn't entirely dishonest either.  Delving into tombs was a new adventure for him, but his skill set seemed admirably suited to "grave robbing," as the wizard had put it.  He drew a breath before speaking, also knowing that he was equally unlikely to sway the cleric's view.

"I highly doubt the woman who requested our assistance in investigating noises down here imagined for a moment what we just encountered in the first chamber," Fin emphasized before continuing.  "It's far more likely she believed we would discover some lost cats or perhaps a mischievous youth or two poking about where they didn't belong.  And if we are honest with ourselves, we didn't expect to find any of this either."

"I'll just say what we're all thinking," the rogue went on, "this fish-priest and his skeletal minions are only the exposed tip of a larger problem.  I'll toss my lot in with Brankx on this one, my dear.  Not because you're young or because you're new to our group, but because we're not in the abstract.  This is as real as it gets and we can't count on cutting through potential threats as quickly as we did this time.  For me, I'll use whatever means I feel are necessary and expedient given the circumstances to keep me and all of you alive.  Determining ownership of any pretty baubles we might uncover is a debate for a later time."

Fin knew he was running the risk of souring a friendship with Cumarinda at the outset of meeting her, but there was a time for strict adherence to dogma and a time for moral flexibility and encountering the undead to him definitely felt like the latter.
This message was last edited by the player at 14:37, Thu 18 Apr 2019.
Fenris
Barbarian, 13 posts
Thu 18 Apr 2019
at 19:28
  • msg #118

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"STOP!" The barbarian snaps out. He looks at them."Take them." He seems aggrivated about all this holy stuff and who does it belong to. He grips the sword, blood beginning to form on his hand. He turns towards the cleric then lowers his head, before turning to go down the dusty tomb.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 39 posts
HP 35/35, AC:16
F: +5, R: +2, W: +6
Fri 19 Apr 2019
at 15:40
  • msg #119

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

She shook her head, her usual smile fading to an expression of disappointment. Looking briefly as if she was going to speak again, the cleric instead pauses and closes her mouth and shakes her head again.

Looking skyward she prays, "Great Father Sun, bless me with greater patience and wit so that I may understand, and the words to be understood. Let my allies understand that no one wishes to deny them tools they may need to survive, but that in the end such wealth that may be found here be offered to the surviving descendant of the family that rests around us. May your Blessed Light shine on us all."

Curmarinda then pauses to look over the group again, sighs and silently turns to follow Fenris.
Fin
Rogue, 51 posts
HP: 18/18 AC: 14
F +1/R +6/W +3
Fri 19 Apr 2019
at 17:04
  • msg #120

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Fin grimaced at Cumarinda's prayer of frustration.  He understood it and knew what she was asking wasn't impossible or even difficult, but it certainly flew against the winds of expediency.

Falling in step behind Fenris and the cleric, he struggled for words to say which might soften the suddenly somber mood.  Finding none, the rogue remained quiet.
Dungeon Master
GM, 110 posts
Fri 19 Apr 2019
at 23:15
  • msg #121

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The barbarian hears her doing her prayer and as she is about to finish, Fenris turns around and goes to kiss her."Shut up?" What the heck? He turns, and waits. Tilting his head he stops at a intersection. To the left is a wooden door. The right is what looks like a magical wall with three plaques before it. And straight ahead up a flight of stairs is another cavernous hallway.

The rogue (backtracking) finds a odd plaque with a spider on it inside the coffin. And it is magical as well due to the wizard using his spell upon the several items.
Ballast
Fighter, 16 posts
HP 38/38, AC: 22
F: +4, R: +2, W: +2
Sat 20 Apr 2019
at 02:44
  • msg #122

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast cocks his head and gestures at the wooden door, that being the easiest to open if one did not wish to leave potential enemies behind.
Fin
Rogue, 52 posts
HP: 18/18 AC: 14
F +1/R +6/W +3
Sat 20 Apr 2019
at 22:10
  • msg #123

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Seeing the group was ready to move on to the next room, Fin tried to quickly pry off the odd spider plaque from inside the coffin of Sir Balus Henton in order to hurriedly catch up with the group.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 69 posts
Sun 21 Apr 2019
at 00:34
  • msg #124

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx wasn't suprised by the clerics view, but with fenris and his sudden opinion.  With the gear taken, brankx interest was with tbe magical wall. When the plaque was mentioned, the dwarf smiled. "Then it stands to reason there will be two more. something hidden like that could be something if interest to the mayor"

Brankx was all for searching the other rooms
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 41 posts
HP 35/35, AC:16
F: +5, R: +2, W: +6
Sun 21 Apr 2019
at 07:25
  • msg #125

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The cleric spoke all but the last words of her prayers when she was suddenly kissed by the elven barbarian. Her body went rigid, her eyes wide, and her arms briefly held his body before he broke the kiss asking her to ‘shut up’.

Her mouth silently gaped wide open, her shocked expression a combination of emotions ending with indignation. Cumarinda’s hands and body shook, the color of her face darkened, and her eyes closed for a long moment.

As Fenris turned away, she looked after him. Cumarinda’s open eyes briefly flashed with anger as her mouth closed into a brief frown. A heartbeat later, her shaking stopped and she regained her pleasant composure.

“He will come to know soon enough that he cannot silence a servant of the Great God Pelor. Still, the silence of the others after my prayer clearly shows that they do understand me. But, he kissed me! He really likes me in his own barbarian way. But for good or ill, now is not the time to deal with this kiss.” she thought.

With one hand on her holy symbol and the other on the handle of her mace, she continued to follow behind the others.
Fin
Rogue, 54 posts
HP: 18/18 AC: 14
F +1/R +6/W +3
Sun 21 Apr 2019
at 21:08
  • msg #126

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Fin hurried to catch up with the group.  He offered the strange spider plaque to Brankx.  "Almost missed this, it was in the coffin as well.  You're more likely to make sense of it then I," he said.
Dungeon Master
GM, 112 posts
Sun 21 Apr 2019
at 21:57
  • msg #127

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The barbarian raises his massive sword and goes over to the closed doorway. He looks at the others, not saying a word and without warning slams the door open. Inside the room it has two statues. One has a red spot in the center, the other a blue one. There are no markings besides the red looks like a man and the blue looks like a female. Both look human. There are two benches in front of them and they glow slightly.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 71 posts
Mon 22 Apr 2019
at 23:02
  • msg #128

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx takes thespider plaque and nods to fn, placing the plaque in his pack. Following Fenris, he winces as he slams the door open. "Knock, knock" He mutters to himself more than anyone, and looks in the room with a frown. The room with the two circles intrigued him and the glowing benches had a magical property. Before Fenris fully enters, he places a hand on the barbarians arm, still looking in the room.

"Ware boy.....there's magic afoot here." Te dwarf was eager to inspect it, but he learnt quickly that a greedy mage often died at the hands of magic...and he wasn't going to let anyone die if he could help it. He took a step in the room, grasping his staff tight and looked around, stopping just beyond the threshold, and looked around. When he was sure it was safe he approached the statues and benches. "Keep Ye distance der now....I want to make sure their safe" He looked at fin, hoping he would read the dwarfs caution and check for more mundane dangers
Ballast
Fighter, 19 posts
HP 38/38, AC: 22
F: +4, R: +2, W: +2
Tue 23 Apr 2019
at 14:13
  • msg #129

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast enters cautiously behind Brankx, not advancing according to his advice.  Examining what he could from the distance, he opined, "A test?  A judgment?"
Fin
Rogue, 55 posts
HP: 18/18 AC: 14
F +1/R +6/W +3
Tue 23 Apr 2019
at 17:01
  • msg #130

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Fin simply nodded at Brankx and stepped into the room.  Slowly and deliberately, the rogue searched the area.  He avoided directly touching the statues or the benches.


11:59, Today: Fin rolled 24 using 1d20+6.  Search.

It took several minutes, but Fin completed his search of the room and was fairly confident there were no mundane traps. Turning to Brankx and the rest of the group, he nodded and said, "Odd as it seems, I'm not finding anything that appears to be a trap.  Finding magical traps or explaining why these benches glow?  Well, I can't really help you there."
This message was last edited by the GM at 19:34, Wed 24 Apr 2019.
Ballast
Fighter, 20 posts
HP 38/38, AC: 22
F: +4, R: +2, W: +2
Wed 24 Apr 2019
at 14:45
  • msg #132

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast shrugs.  "If they don't make noise, they're not the problem.  Unless they only make noise sometimes.  Should I throw a trident at them and see if anything happens?"
Fin
Rogue, 57 posts
HP: 18/18 AC: 14
F +1/R +6/W +3
Fri 26 Apr 2019
at 15:06
  • msg #133

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Taking his time as he worked the room, Fin finally completed his sweep then turned to the others and nodded.  "Doesn't seem to be anything of the mundanely dangerous variety here," he said. "But as far as why things are glowing," Fin paused, "well, that's outside of my purview."
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 42 posts
HP 35/35, AC:16
F: +5, R: +2, W: +6
Fri 26 Apr 2019
at 17:23
  • msg #134

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"Excuse me gentle and not-so-gentle men. May I take a look at the things that have you all so confused?" asked the smiling fire-haired cleric. With a subtle nudge from her shoulders and hips, she gently but firmly pushes her way into the room.
Fin
Rogue, 58 posts
HP: 18/18 AC: 14
F +1/R +6/W +3
Fri 26 Apr 2019
at 17:30
  • msg #135

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Fin couldn't help but smile as he bowed his head to the cleric.  "By all means, Cumarinda," he said cheerfully.  "Speaking as a heathen, I welcome any person who might be able to explain what it is we are seeing."

She's smart and definitely sure of herself, he thought as he watched her move into the room.
Fenris
Barbarian, 15 posts
HP 42/42, AC: 14/16
F: +5, R: +3/5, W: +1
Fri 26 Apr 2019
at 21:34
  • msg #136

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The barbarian doesn't move. He stands there watching the cleric, knowing who the not-so-gentleman she was refering to. After everyone moves he steps aside. A grunt comes from him and he leans against the wall.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 72 posts
Sat 27 Apr 2019
at 01:25
  • msg #137

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx, still studying the benches, only half hears the conversation. He snaps out of his musing, to look at Cumarinda and smiles. "Be my guest lass.....I was gonna cast magic to see if there was any magical reason, but I bow before th' Wisdom of both th' church and a beauitful woman."

The dwarf steps aside and leans against the wall near Fenris, his staff in the crook of his arm, watching the woman as he thinks

Brankx chews on his lip as he thinks, looking ath the benches, the statues, and the overall room. His eyes narrow as he speaks what he was thinking. "Not my scope o' magic here, so gonna confirm with ye lass, but my thoughts are this room has some magic in it. I be thinkin' this is some kind of relaxin' room....meditation and healin'. Not to sure....like i said, not me thing, but the benches, the statues and th' feel has a peacefulness, somewhere ye might rest and heal."

he looks at the room, his eyes on the door. "...maybe th' door closed will help that, seclusion an' all." he then looks at Cumarinda for confirmation
This message was last edited by the GM at 10:07, Sat 27 Apr 2019.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 44 posts
HP 35/35, AC:16
F: +5, R: +2, W: +6
Sat 27 Apr 2019
at 17:09
  • msg #138

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

After listening and taking a moment to look around the room she nods and smiles to the others. "Our bright wizard is right, this is a place of rest, relaxation, and meditation to gather one's thoughts and to commune peacefully," she says with a warm grin.

She reaches over and pulls Fin and Fenris fully into the room and starts to close the door. "This works best if the living are all inside." the cleric says confidently. Once everyone is inside and the door is closed, she sits on the bench in front of the blue spot and quietly examines the statue.
Ballast
Fighter, 21 posts
HP 38/38, AC: 22
F: +4, R: +2, W: +2
Mon 29 Apr 2019
at 08:04
  • msg #139

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast shrugs and steps to the side to let anyone outside come in who wish it, and then shuts the door behind himself.  He heals differently than other beings, and sleep is a thing he's never experienced, but he will certainly give this "meditation" a try.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 74 posts
Mon 29 Apr 2019
at 08:13
  • msg #140

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx was one for silent contemplation, but meditation was not one if his strong suits....his busy mind was always thinking too much for the quiet contemplation.  When he had silence, the dwarf studied magic.

But brankx was not going to ruin this moment. Sitting on the oppisite bench, he sat looking at the statues.

It was clear moments later that try as he might he was ill suited. He looked around, frowning, and tapped his fingers on his leg without him even realising
Fin
Rogue, 60 posts
HP: 18/18 AC: 14
F +1/R +6/W +3
Mon 29 Apr 2019
at 14:41
  • msg #141

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Fin allowed the cleric to pull him back into the room he had just searched.  He watched Cumarinda and Brankx sit on the benches, but otherwise remained quiet and still.  He did not want to interrupt the silence with unnecessary talking.  Instead, he looked at Fenris and Ballast to see what they were doing.
Dungeon Master
GM, 115 posts
Mon 29 Apr 2019
at 19:26
  • msg #142

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Nothing happens within the room. No one seems to feel off. Fenris grumbles at times, and leans against the wall near the door. It just seems like a meditation room. The blue and red glowing lights don't dim or grow brighter.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 46 posts
HP 35/35, AC:16
F: +5, R: +2, W: +6
Tue 30 Apr 2019
at 02:44
  • msg #143

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Cumarinda stands up, stretched out her arms and gives off a huge breathy yawn. Looking around at the other members of the party, she smiles broadly while asking, "Is everyone rested? Is anyone injured?"
Ballast
Fighter, 22 posts
HP 38/38, AC: 22
F: +4, R: +2, W: +2
Tue 30 Apr 2019
at 03:18
  • msg #144

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast had felt nothing in particular, but it had been pleasantly quiet in the room, and no odd sounds had occurred.  At least they knew the odd sounds heard above didn't come from this room.

"Not injured, and rest is not needed, but it was a nice time of quiet," Ballast says politely.  "Do we want to try the magical door, or the stairs next?"
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 76 posts
Tue 30 Apr 2019
at 11:09
  • msg #145

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx was happy for te discussion in the room, and stood up. "Like I said, not me kind o' thing.....nice enough place though. By me nature, me mind can't quiet easily....part o' what makes me a good magus." The dwarf shrugs and smiles. "No injuries. Could use time to prepare some of the spells I used on the fish head, but when we rest for the night, I can do that."

He looked at the warforged, and shrugged. "If we tackle th' magic door, then we may need to rest anyway while I ponder out the door. The stairs would be th' easiest option to move on, but like I said, if we rest, I need some time for spells."
Fin
Rogue, 62 posts
HP: 18/18 AC: 14
F +1/R +6/W +3
Tue 30 Apr 2019
at 18:42
  • msg #146

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Fin piped in and said, "The quiet time was very refreshing, but if it's all the same to everyone I'd be in favor of resting here.  Quite frankly, it's been a long day all around and a little sleep would be welcome at this point."
Ballast
Fighter, 23 posts
HP 38/38, AC: 22
F: +4, R: +2, W: +2
Fri 3 May 2019
at 14:55
  • msg #147

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast shrugged.  "If you must sleep, then I will guard you, wherever you decide to rest.  I would like to examine the stairs and where they go, to be certain we are not missing an obvious enemy before retreating."
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 48 posts
HP 35/35, AC:16
F: +5, R: +2, W: +6
Fri 3 May 2019
at 16:30
  • msg #148

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Cumarinda quietly laughed, "It seems that a break is required by one of us. I'm sure that with the door closed, we are safe. I think that we can each find something to do while some of us sleep, pray, or read."

While she thought about sleeping herself she remembered that she really didn't know these men well and that one of them had taken a liberty with her. The fact that she didn't respond with immediate retribution would be taken by many men as a sign of weakness. Especially by rough types of men, barbarians.

Glancing over towards Fenris she adds, "I might rest myself but I remind you all that while I sleep outside my armor and vestments, I am still powerful and protected by the Great God Pelor "
This message was last edited by the player at 16:51, Fri 03 May 2019.
Fenris
Barbarian, 16 posts
HP 42/42, AC: 14/16
F: +5, R: +3/5, W: +1
Fri 3 May 2019
at 22:03
  • msg #149

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The barbarian grunts, crossing his rather big arms. He snorts and continues standing near the doorway wondering why everyone wants to sleep. He turns towards the door and opens it. Glancing now towards the warforged, he motions for him to follow.
Ballast
Fighter, 24 posts
HP 38/38, AC: 22
F: +4, R: +2, W: +2
Sat 4 May 2019
at 00:34
  • msg #150

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast goes to join the barbarian - trekking through this underground warren, though not without peril, was far better than trying to grope his way to shore along the sea floor.  He welcomed the change in venue and for the exercise of his talents.  He nods at Fenris and holds his trident at the ready.
Fin
Rogue, 63 posts
HP: 18/18 AC: 14
F +1/R +6/W +3
Sat 4 May 2019
at 14:52
  • msg #151

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Thankful the group had consented to resting, Fin shrugged both shoulders and let the worn leather backpack he carried fall to the ground.  Finding a wall to sit next to, he leaned against it and dug into his pack looking for a bite to eat.

Chewing on a piece of dried meat jerky, he watched Cumarinda with curiosity as she offered a stern warning to Fenris.  He was still unsure what to make of the priestess having only known her a short time.  Her smile was a delight to behold, but disappeared with rapidity when she felt crossed or threatened.  Not surprising, he thought as he took a drink from his waterskin, here I am thinking about how short of a time I have known her and yet forgetting she has known all of us for that equally short time.  She's only a single new person to each of us, we're a hodgepodge of four unknowns to her.  Growing up in the cosmopolitan environment of Sharn had given the rogue many first hand lessons in not judging people too quickly.  Words and appearances could be quite deceiving, it was truly actions that counted.

Seeing Ballast was on watch, Fin drew a deep breath before a yawn escaped his lips.  "Nothing too long, mind you," he said sleepily to no one in particular as his eyelids grew heavy, "just a quick nap and then we're back at it."
Dungeon Master
GM, 120 posts
Sat 4 May 2019
at 23:23
  • msg #152

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Meditation Room (Fin/Cumandria/Brankx):
The dwarf relaxes and focuses on one of the pillars. Nothing happens. It just seems like a relaxing place. Fin slowly falls asleep.

Elsewhere (Fenris/Ballast):
Four coffins line the walls, all are closed and held upright. There is gate, closed with a lever nearbye. A door rests against the wall, closed.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 78 posts
Sat 4 May 2019
at 23:52
  • msg #153

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx, after relaxing, studies his spellbook, muttering to himself as Cumarinda and fin rest. Once rested and spellsare regained, he waits for Fenris and ballast to return
Ballast
Fighter, 27 posts
HP 38/38, AC: 22
F: +4, R: +2, W: +2
Mon 6 May 2019
at 08:53
  • msg #154

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Dungeon Master:
Elsewhere (Fenris/Ballast):

Four coffins line the walls, all are closed and held upright. There is gate, closed with a lever nearby. A door rests against the wall, closed.


Ballast looks at the coffins, then over at Fenris.  "Disturb the dead or disturb one of the doors?  I want to see if the coffins have been disturbed, at least."  Ballast will draw closer to the coffins to see if they look to have been recently opened, or are stained or marked with anything that might indicate someone has been meddling with them.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 49 posts
HP 35/35, AC:16
F: +5, R: +2, W: +6
Tue 7 May 2019
at 04:14
  • msg #155

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

True to her word, Cumarinda removes her armor and priestly garb folding them neatly before pulling out a blanket and laying down to rest. After a short rest, she awakens, stretches, and then begins a series of quiet prayers.

Her prayers over, she washes her face and puts back on her armor and vestments, packing her bedding back into her backpack.

Fully packed and clean, she asks, "Is everyone ready to continue?"

Fin
Rogue, 64 posts
HP: 18/18 AC: 14
F +1/R +6/W +3
Tue 7 May 2019
at 20:55
  • msg #156

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

After a period of fitful sleep, his dreams plagued by marauding white dragons, disapproving sun gods with stern warnings and hissing sahuagin priests, Fin reluctantly opened his eyes.  Nope, you're still not on the streets and bridges of Sharn, Fin my boy, he thought to himself as he struggled to sit upright.

He rubbed his neck and decided that perhaps using his backpack as a pillow might not have been one of his better life choices.  He blinked a couple of times as his vision came into better focus.  It appeared that it was only him and the spellcasters in the room.  Pouring a bit of water from his skin into one hand, the rogue splashed it on his face and came fully awake.

He looked at both Brankx and Cumarinda, who each appeared to have been awake longer than himself. Standing, he stretched before bending to pick up his back. "Not exactly the most luxurious accommodations, but the rest was much needed.  Right, so I suppose we'd best be getting on with having a look around," he said as he shouldered his backpack.  "Anyone know where the muscle ran off to?" he asked with a weak smile.
This message was last edited by the player at 15:13, Wed 08 May 2019.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 80 posts
Wed 8 May 2019
at 07:54
  • msg #157

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx, shouldering his pack, looked at the other two. "I dunno where them boys went, but knowin' that durn fool elf and the lump of metal with him, they've probably found some fun without us."

the dwarf made for the door and listened in the hall for any signs of fenris or ballast
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 50 posts
HP 35/35, AC:16
F: +5, R: +2, W: +6
Thu 9 May 2019
at 05:16
  • msg #158

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The fire-haired cleric shook her head and addressed the others, "Well the barbarian might be an uncouth fool and the other almost a golem but they are with us and we will need their help. If they don't need ours now they will need it soon."

While heading for the door she adds, "I agree that we should take a look outside and see if we can discover which way the others went."
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 81 posts
Fri 10 May 2019
at 05:45
  • msg #159

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx, already at the door, opened it and smiled. "If them durn fools got themselves into trouble, they are gonna hear it from me....fer the next few years!"

He however walked out listening and looking for signs of the two
Dungeon Master
GM, 127 posts
Sat 18 May 2019
at 01:10
  • msg #160

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Coming around the corner is the barbarian and the fighter. Ballest looks slightly hurt, dragging a chest behind him. Fenris goes to help him out, grunting and helps him grab the side of the chest. The elf doesn't go to open it and motions for the rogue to see if its still trapped.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 82 posts
Sat 18 May 2019
at 01:23
  • msg #161

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The dwarf sees the two dragging the chest, and ballast's damage, and he looked crestfallen. He slams the butt of his staff on the ground. "Damn Ye boys....why didn't Ye call if Ye found some fun!"

He looked at the chest, then Fenris. "Guess Ye do Ye thing boy."
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 51 posts
HP 35/35, AC:16
F: +5, R: +2, W: +6
Sun 19 May 2019
at 05:23
  • msg #162

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Cumarinda steps forward, "Wait, we need to tend to the wounded before anyone takes another risk," she declared as she approached the two returning fighters.

After they put the chest down, she motioned them aside addressing Fenris while looking over the wounds taken by the warforged. "After I'm done with this one, Fenris, you best be ready for my full attention... to any wounds you might have."

With a slight, swift, prayer, her holy symbol glows softly with a yellow light. The same light glows from her hands as they rest on Ballast's wounds.

OOC: She casts cure minor wounds which for her heals 4 hp damage.
Ballast
Fighter, 29 posts
HP 38/38, AC: 22
F: +4, R: +2, W: +2
Sun 19 May 2019
at 08:08
  • msg #163

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"Thank you, healer.  We went up the stairs and found four upright coffins.  The bodies were intact, but it seemed as if someone had rifled their clothes.  There was a room with an open grate, a mask on the wall, and a chest.  When we went inside the room, and I disturbed the chest, the mask squirted acid on me, and the grate dropped.  The handle to release it was out of the reach of arms, but not of my trident, as Fenris found.  So the mask is likely part of a trap, though perhaps Fin could extract some use out of it.  As for the chest, we brought it for everyone's interest," Ballast says, summarizing their little jaunt.
Fenris
Barbarian, 17 posts
HP 42/42, AC: 14/16
F: +5, R: +3/5, W: +1
Sun 19 May 2019
at 21:40
  • msg #164

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"Not hurt." The barbarian tilts his head, showing no wounds and watching the warforged get slightly healed up.
Fin
Rogue, 65 posts
HP: 18/18 AC: 14
F +1/R +6/W +3
Mon 20 May 2019
at 14:16
  • msg #165

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Fin nodded at the dwarf and started for the chest, stopping at Cumarinda's request.  When she had finished her healing prayers, the rogue knelt down and began a careful inspection.


09:15, Today: Fin rolled 12 using 1d20+6.  Search chest for traps.

Standing, Fin looked back at Ballast and Fenris.  "Sounds like the two of you were quite productive," he said.  "Your room would definitely be worth taking a look at once we're done here.  The chest," Fin gestured to the box sitting on the ground, "is locked."
This message was last edited by the GM at 02:39, Wed 22 May 2019.
Ballast
Fighter, 30 posts
HP 38/38, AC: 22
F: +4, R: +2, W: +2
Wed 22 May 2019
at 12:16
  • msg #166

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast waits for Fin to finish his statement, then his shoulders shift as if in a sigh.  "If you cannot unlock it, than I can try to force it open," he says.  "I did not bring the chest here for decoration.  It seems a strange and inconsistent thing in a tomb, for there was no coffin."
Fin
Rogue, 67 posts
HP: 18/18 AC: 14
F +1/R +6/W +3
Wed 22 May 2019
at 13:51
  • msg #167

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"I should hope it wouldn't come to that," Fin said to Ballast as he dropped his backpack to the floor.  The rogue removed a small case of tools and went to work on the lock.


08:48, Today: Fin rolled 18 using 1d20+9.  Open lock check.
Dungeon Master
GM, 128 posts
Wed 22 May 2019
at 21:52
  • msg #168

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The chest gets opened up by the rogue. Inside, there are two scrolls, a short sword, a pendent and a dagger.
Ballast
Fighter, 31 posts
HP 38/38, AC: 22
F: +4, R: +2, W: +2
Thu 23 May 2019
at 02:13
  • msg #169

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast reaches in carefully and extracts the scrolls and pendent, passing them to Brankx and Cumarinda.  The dagger and short sword he brings out and lays flat on his broad palms for Fin and Fenris to peruse.  Both were very small weapons for him; his body alone could be a weapon if he lost all else, so they were likely better off in other hands.  "Likely magic things to the magic-users for their learned opinions.  This sword and dagger have any use for either of you?"
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 52 posts
HP 35/35, AC:16
F: +5, R: +2, W: +6
Thu 23 May 2019
at 07:17
  • msg #170

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The cleric carefully examines the scroll attempting to ascertain its nature.

00:16, Today: Cumarinda Imbrex rolled 6 using 1d20+4.  Spellcraft.
00:15, Today: Cumarinda Imbrex rolled 23 using 1d20+3.  Knowledge(arcana).

Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 83 posts
Fri 24 May 2019
at 14:15
  • msg #171

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx looks at the items, and looks up. "Hand th' dagger and sword here boy."

He lays the items out in front of him, rolling up the sleeves of his robe, and begins chanting softly in dwarvish <OOC: Casts Detect Magic on the items>

He then, after the cleric, looks at the scrolls to determine what they were.

<OOC: Brankx Onyxshield rolled 17 using 1d20+6  (Knoledge - Arcana)>
This message was last edited by the player at 14:26, Fri 24 May 2019.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 53 posts
HP 35/35, AC:16
F: +5, R: +2, W: +6
Sat 25 May 2019
at 23:54
  • msg #172

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

After she and Brankx examine the two scrolls, Cumarinda asks to take one, leaving the other to Brankx. "I would like to hold the Protection scroll for later use unless you feel that you need it." she says to the dwarven wizard.

Addressing the party as a whole she adds with a smile, "I have no interest in either sword nor dagger except to see that they do not end up in the hands of evil."
This message was last edited by the player at 23:57, Sat 25 May 2019.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 84 posts
Sun 26 May 2019
at 09:34
  • msg #173

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx looks over the items, not suprised by the results. "Seems all o' them have magical properties. Th' dagger, sword and pendant I'll need to identify them."

Brankx hands the scroll to the priestess with a nod.
Fin
Rogue, 68 posts
HP: 18/18 AC: 14
F +1/R +6/W +3
Sun 26 May 2019
at 13:51
  • msg #174

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Fin smiled inwardly as he watched the cleric take the scroll from Brankx.

He looked at Fenris and said, "I could use either the short sword or the dagger, or neither.  Completely up to you, my friend."
Fenris
Barbarian, 18 posts
HP 42/42, AC: 14/16
F: +5, R: +3/5, W: +1
Mon 27 May 2019
at 01:40
  • msg #175

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The barbarian grunts and grips his rather big sword. He watches the rogue and stands there, seeming to not be interesting in this gear found. Fenris shakes his head and watches the group.
Ballast
Fighter, 32 posts
HP 38/38, AC: 22
F: +4, R: +2, W: +2
Mon 27 May 2019
at 12:25
  • msg #176

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast shrugs and loops the pendant around his own neck, giving the weapons to Fin.  Waste not, want not for magic.

"Let us go and find what is making noise down here.  Can we get through the magical wall?" he asks of the others.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 54 posts
HP 35/35, AC:16
F: +5, R: +2, W: +6
Mon 27 May 2019
at 16:53
  • msg #177

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Fenris:
The barbarian grunts and grips his rather big sword. He watches the rogue and stands there, seeming to not be interesting in this gear found. Fenris shakes his head and watches the group.


Cumarinda looks back at Fenris wagging an upraised finger at him, "You are blessed that Ballast was there beside you, else the acid may have burned you. Be more careful." she commanded with a semi-serious expression.
Fenris
Barbarian, 19 posts
HP 42/42, AC: 14/16
F: +5, R: +3/5, W: +1
Mon 27 May 2019
at 17:26
  • msg #178

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Tilting his head, Fenris goes to gently grab the hand that's waving at him."I did not grab it. He did." He seems rather confused by this and glances at the warforged. The man grunts and looks at the group before turning and heading up the other area and up the steps near the gated area that is where the chest was found.
Fin
Rogue, 69 posts
HP: 18/18 AC: 14
F +1/R +6/W +3
Tue 28 May 2019
at 14:53
  • msg #179

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Fin accepted the weapons from Ballast.  "Well, then, since Fenris seems to have no interest," he said, "I will do my best to keep these out of evil's hands until we're finished exploring this crypt."

The rogue then turned and followed Fenris.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 55 posts
HP 35/35, AC:16
F: +5, R: +2, W: +6
Tue 28 May 2019
at 21:17
  • msg #180

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Following behind the two warriors and the rogue, Cumarinda looked to Brankx and quietly asked, "Are you even remotely serious about possibly having to fight for our lives being something like fun?"
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 85 posts
Wed 29 May 2019
at 00:31
  • msg #181

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx, staff in hand, stores the scroll in his pack determined to study it later.

He looms at cumarinda with a smile.  "ye may not get used to it lass, but these lads tend to be a bit eagre borderin' on recklessnes."

The dwarf shrugs....for a mage he was a little reckless at times, but only slightly...and nowhere near as reckless as his warrior kin could be.

The dwarf looked at fin and ballast. "i'd prefer to identiftly th' properties of th' items before ye use them, but I'm not ye mother's so just watch yeself. ballast...when we get time i want to check th' pendant out....their magic can vary. the weapons tend to be mostly th' same."
Dungeon Master
GM, 129 posts
Wed 29 May 2019
at 23:57
  • msg #182

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The barbarian waits as he finds two more ways to go, all going downhill. He grunts, holding his sword out and waits for the others to decide.
Ballast
Fighter, 33 posts
HP 38/38, AC: 22
F: +4, R: +2, W: +2
Sat 1 Jun 2019
at 08:42
  • msg #183

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx Onyxshield:
Brankx, staff in hand, stores the scroll in his pack determined to study it later.

He looms at cumarinda with a smile.  "ye may not get used to it lass, but these lads tend to be a bit eagre borderin' on recklessnes."

The dwarf shrugs....for a mage he was a little reckless at times, but only slightly...and nowhere near as reckless as his warrior kin could be.

The dwarf looked at fin and ballast. "i'd prefer to identiftly th' properties of th' items before ye use them, but I'm not ye mother's so just watch yeself. ballast...when we get time i want to check th' pendant out....their magic can vary. the weapons tend to be mostly th' same."


"Unless there are words carved on it to speak, which I shall not, I will not go wishing upon it.  If it is passive protection, all well and good, if anything more lively...  I am a tough being.  Now, what about the magical wall?  Can we pass it, or do we go down?  I like the magical wall for protecting something they do not wish us to see, like things which make noise.  Or the noise-makers could go underground if they are simple cowards.  If we cannot pass the magical wall..." Ballast looks at the two ways Fenris found, and points to the right.  "Always go right first.  That way you remember which way to go."
This message was last edited by the player at 08:42, Sat 01 June 2019.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 56 posts
HP 35/35, AC:16
F: +5, R: +2, W: +6
Sun 2 Jun 2019
at 16:10
  • msg #184

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Cumarinda grins to the collective group and speaks while gesturing to the right side. "I always try to do the right thing and follow the right way. So, let's do as Ballast has directed and go to the right!"
Fenris
Barbarian, 20 posts
HP 42/42, AC: 14/16
F: +5, R: +3/5, W: +1
Sun 2 Jun 2019
at 19:43
  • msg #185

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"Reckless?" A grin forms on the barbarians face. He looks at the dwarf and then at the cleric."Yes."
Fin
Rogue, 70 posts
HP: 18/18 AC: 14
F +1/R +6/W +3
Mon 3 Jun 2019
at 15:19
  • msg #186

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Fin shrugs his shoulders.  "Being a crypt, it's likely that many of these passageways will connect or double back on each other," he said, "but Ballast is right:  the magical wall is probably hiding something someone doesn't want anyone to see."
Dungeon Master
GM, 132 posts
Thu 6 Jun 2019
at 23:08
  • msg #187

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The barbarian picks a area and heads down it, not arguing with the others. He opens the door into a small room, about 30' by 30'. In the center, much like the other area is a coffin that is open. Standing in front of it are two sahugains, with four bodies lying on the floor. All the ones on the floor look old and not alive. Their bodies are decomposed. THe two sahugains are chanting.
Ballast
Fighter, 36 posts
HP 38/38, AC: 22
F: +4, R: +2, W: +2
Sat 8 Jun 2019
at 15:29
  • msg #188

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Just like the first chamber, though moreso.  Ballast saw no reason to hesitate, and darted in with his trident, ready to skewer the closest of the chanting sahugains!

OOC: 10:27, Today: Ballast rolled 12 using 1d20+6.  Attack with trident.
10:27, Today: Ballast rolled 10 using 1d8+3.  Damage from trident.

This message was last edited by the GM at 22:59, Sun 09 June 2019.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 57 posts
HP 35/35, AC:16
F: +5, R: +2, W: +6
Mon 10 Jun 2019
at 19:55
  • msg #189

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

She'd followed Fenris to the doorway of the 30 x 30 room. As Ballast charged in she called out to the rest of the party. "Ballast is in need of help, he's going in against two more of the fish-prests and they are already casting some kind of spell!"

Standing aside long enough to let the others pass if they wish, Cumarinda stepped inside the room to the left side of the door and prepared to channel her god's power against evil. "By Pelor's beard I will see you and your evil destroyed you, foul creatures!" she shouted at the sahugain.

18:01, Today: Cumarinda Imbrex rolled 7 using 1d20+1.  initiative.
18:06, Today: Cumarinda Imbrex rolled 7 using 1d20+2.  turning check.
18:15, Today: Cumarinda Imbrex rolled 7 using 2d6+5.   total HD turned

Able to turn 2 HD Undead, Automatically destroy 1 HD Undead
7 Total HD of Undead turned and/or destroyed.

This message was last edited by the player at 01:20, Tue 11 June 2019.
Fin
Rogue, 74 posts
HP: 18/18 AC: 14
F +1/R +6/W +3
Thu 13 Jun 2019
at 22:37
  • msg #190

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

More fish people? Fin thought to himself as he watched the warforged charge in.  It must be these foul things making all the noise down here.  The rogue calmly drew an arrow from his quiver and nocked it.  Pulling back on the bowstring, he took careful aim at the sahuagin not engaged by Ballast and released.



17:30, Today: Fin rolled 22 using 1d20+6.  Attack with short bow.
17:31, Today: Fin rolled 5 using 1d6.  Damage with short bow.

Dungeon Master
GM, 137 posts
Fri 14 Jun 2019
at 20:11
  • msg #191

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Fenris moves before the warforged and charges, but misses his mark.

The two sahuagin flank the barbarian. One of their tridents hits him barely
*Fenris take 4 damage

Ballast moves and flanks one but misses.

The rogue draws his bow and fires! The arrow hits one of the creatures.

The cleric turns the undead but fails, apparently not hitting anything (No undead).

The mage waits, watching the enemies (Full defensive).

OOC
Group is up.

Fenris (14)
*Flanks one
--------------------------------------
Sahugain x2 (13)
Sahugain 5/??
Sahugain ?/??
*AC 16
*Flanking Fenris
--------------------------------------
Fin (11)
Branx (09)
Cumarinda (07)
Ballast (04)
*Flanks one

Ballast
Fighter, 38 posts
HP 38/38, AC: 22
F: +4, R: +2, W: +2
Fri 14 Jun 2019
at 21:33
  • msg #192

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast whirls and plunges his trident into one of the sea devils to devastating effect!

OOC: 16:30, Today: Ballast rolled 26 using 1d20+6.  Attack with trident.
16:30, Today: Ballast rolled 23 using 1d20+6.  Attack with trident - crit confirm.
16:31, Today: Ballast rolled 12 using 2d8+6.  Critical Trident Damage.

Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 88 posts
Mon 17 Jun 2019
at 05:14
  • msg #193

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx, Clearly confused by more of the Sahugain presence in the crypt, was put off only a moment....long enough for the others to react. The dwarf mentally berated himself....such delays could cost himself (or one of his friends) their lives.

The dwarf, staff in hand, slams the butt on the ground, and holding a hand upright, begins chanting in a form of the dwarven language. Within moments, a glowing force of arcane energy floats above his hand, and with an indication, he sends the force, spliting into two glowing missiles, unnervingly hitting one of them in the chest and side. The dwarf couldn't help but smile at the smoldering burn marks they caused

<OOC: Brankx Onyxshield rolled 4 using 1d4+1.  magic missile 2.
Brankx Onyxshield rolled 5 using 1d4+1.  magic missile 1.>

Fin
Rogue, 77 posts
HP: 18/18 AC: 14
F +1/R +6/W +3
Mon 17 Jun 2019
at 17:05
  • msg #194

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The rogue's eyes narrowed as he assessed their predicament.  He wanted to make sure his ranged attacks missed Ballast and Fenris.  Fin drew a second arrow and let it fly against the same target as the first.



12:01, Today: Fin rolled 21 using 1d20+6.  Attack with short bow.
12:02, Today: Fin rolled 4 using 1d6.  Damage with short bow.

Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 60 posts
HP 35/35, AC:16
F: +5, R: +2, W: +6
Fri 21 Jun 2019
at 20:46
  • msg #195

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Seeing her ally hurt, Cumarinda steps forward and offers a quick prayer to heal the barbarian's wounds. "If you keep getting hurt like this some might think you're trying to get my attention, Fenris." she says in a less than serious voice.

She casts Cure Minor Wounds to heal 4 HP damage.
This message was last edited by the player at 20:48, Fri 21 June 2019.
Dungeon Master
GM, 140 posts
Fri 21 Jun 2019
at 22:59
  • msg #196

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The barbarian swings and misses!

One of the enemies misses with his trident and stumbles around. The other hits the barbarian with his weapon, and rips into him.
Fenris: Take 17 Damage

Fin fires and hits his mark but it keeps standing.

Cumarinda heals Fenris who grins at her!

Ballast rips into the foe killing it!

The mage uses his magic, firing at the enemy hurting it.

Fenris attacks again! It howls and hits the head of the sahuagain, killing it!

OOC
Fight is over :)

Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 61 posts
HP 35/35, AC:16
F: +5, R: +2, W: +6
Sat 22 Jun 2019
at 02:15
  • msg #197

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Shaking her head, Cumarinda will linger at Fenris' side bringing him back to full health with multiple uses of her minor healing spell. Looking around at the rest of the party she will ask, "Is there anyone else who needs their wounds to be healed by Pelor's warm light?"
This message was last edited by the player at 18:06, Sat 22 June 2019.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 89 posts
Sat 22 Jun 2019
at 04:54
  • msg #198

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The dwarf sighed at the fall of the enemies. He sighed with a scowl. "One water demon in a earth tomb was unusual, but a second group, with two of 'em, isn't something to ignore. They are here fer a reason."

The dwarf spreads out and searches the area.

<OOC: Brankx Onyxshield rolled 6 using 1d20+4 (Search)

....Nice! A low role for a search>

This message was last edited by the player at 04:55, Sat 22 June 2019.
Ballast
Fighter, 40 posts
HP 38/38, AC: 22
F: +4, R: +2, W: +2
Sat 22 Jun 2019
at 09:47
  • msg #199

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast cleans the tines of his trident and grounds it, thinking out loud.  "If they are raising the dead, perhaps there are certain kinds of dead which are better to raise?  That these bodies were right for that attempt, but the four we found upright in the corridors were not?  Is there something that makes these bodies different than the others we found?  Are they a different race, or wore a different holy symbol, or were buried in a different way?  Or is it just that these bodies were in rooms, and so more private for the sea devils' rites?"
Fin
Rogue, 78 posts
HP: 18/18 AC: 15
F +1/R +6/W +3
Sat 22 Jun 2019
at 17:32
  • msg #200

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The rogue watched with amusement as the dwarf shuffled around the area looking for anything which might offer some sort of clue to what was going on in this tomb.  Fin finally chuckled and followed behind Brankx doing his own search, in the event the wizard had missed something.  He paid particular attention to the bodies, both of the sahuagin as well as those bodies in which the intruders had shown interest.


12:20, Today: Fin rolled 25 using 1d20+6.  Search.
Dungeon Master
GM, 147 posts
Sun 23 Jun 2019
at 22:23
  • msg #201

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The rogue finds nothing of use besides two tridents armed by the enemies. Inside, there is a dead body, not recent. It has the same name as the first one they found. Upon the body it has a cloak and a belt as well as a stone similar to the first but this one has a butterfly upon it.
Fin
Rogue, 79 posts
HP: 18/18 AC: 15
F +1/R +6/W +3
Mon 24 Jun 2019
at 13:48
  • msg #202

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"Not much here," Fin said once he had finished with the bodies.  He walked over to Cumarinda with the few items he had found.  "I left the tridents on the ground where they were dropped," he indicated the fallen sahuagin with a tilt of this head, "otherwise, this cloak and this belt might hold some valuable enchantment and would at least be worth checking."  He sat the two articles of clothing on the floor.

"And then there's this," the rogue held up the butterfly plaque.  "Looks awfully similar to the spider plaque from inside the coffin of Sir Balus Henton," he said with a wry grin, "but who can say if they're connected?"
Ballast
Fighter, 41 posts
HP 38/38, AC: 22
F: +4, R: +2, W: +2
Mon 24 Jun 2019
at 16:58
  • msg #203

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"It would make it convenient if they were," Ballast says, and gives a shrug.  "Is there no other way out from this chamber?  If there is not, let us go back and try the left passage to see if anything is there."
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 63 posts
HP 35/35, AC:16
F: +5, R: +2, W: +6
Tue 25 Jun 2019
at 00:11
  • msg #204

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"I'll see what I can determine about each of these items. However, I'm sure that our Mage will be able to tell more about them than I can." Cumarinda closely examines the belt and cloak.



17:07, Today: Cumarinda Imbrex rolled 6 using 1d20+3 Spellcraft
17:07, Today: Cumarinda Imbrex rolled 12 using 1d20+3. Spellcraft
17:07, Today: Cumarinda Imbrex rolled 5 using 1d20+3.  Knowledge (arcana).
17:06, Today: Cumarinda Imbrex rolled 20 using 1d20+3.  Knowledge (arcana).

(One Spellcraft and Knowledge (arcana) roll for each item

This message was last edited by the player at 00:13, Tue 25 June 2019.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 90 posts
Wed 26 Jun 2019
at 23:24
  • msg #205

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx looked at the plaque, more interested in it that the other items. Given the spider plaque and the possibility they were keys, he turned it over. "Keep th' items close.....I'll check them when I can. Keep these...." Holding the plaques. ".... safe. I suspect they may be keys to th' wall back there."

He looked at balayst with a nod. "Let's make sure all passages are clear before I test me theory on th' wall....don't want any of those fishy bastards and their skeleton pets sneaking up on us."
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 91 posts
Thu 27 Jun 2019
at 12:41
  • msg #206

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx goes to leave, but stops, looking back the way they came. He furrows his brow, thinking of something. Maybe it was instinct, maybe something Else but he shook his head and sighed. "I know this sounds crazy, but somethin' about that meditation room seems to draw me in."

He looks at the others. "I'd like one more look around th' room before we move on. Fin....Ye have good eye for things out of th' ordinary....you search that room. Cumarinda....I want Ye to look by me side....Ye have more religious know how than me, plus a little magic too. "

He looks back at the room, squinting, thiinking of the itch he just can't scratch. "It's a feeling....."
Fin
Rogue, 80 posts
HP: 18/18 AC: 15
F +1/R +6/W +3
Thu 27 Jun 2019
at 13:57
  • msg #207

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Fin considered saying that backtracking was a waste of time, but then thought better of it.  He had learned to trust the instincts of his dwarven friend as they were right more often than not.

The rogue shrugged as he said, "I've already searched it once, but I'd be happy to have another looked around.  Any notion as to what I should be looking for, Brankx?"
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 92 posts
Thu 27 Jun 2019
at 23:44
  • msg #208

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The dwarf shook his head as he looked back. "Just a feeling i have boy.....i feel like i'm missing somethin' in th' room."

He, like fin, was hesitant about backtracking, but his instincts told him he missed something.

….and he trusted his instincts.

"Take anouther look around, slowly. I don't want ter miss anything." He walks in with fin and starts looking around.


<OOC: Back in the meditation room, searching thoroughly.

Brankx Onyxshield rolled 19 using 1d20+4

once searched, he will cast detect magic again and look for any odd areas of magical enimation.>

Fin
Rogue, 81 posts
HP: 18/18 AC: 15
F +1/R +6/W +3
Fri 28 Jun 2019
at 17:12
  • msg #209

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Fin dutifully followed Brankx back to the meditation room, wholly unsure of what anyone might have missed.  Setting his gear down near where he had previously slept for a few hours, the rogue quietly began going over the area once more.  As before, he avoided directly touching the statue or glowing benches.

Once done, he turned to the dwarf and shook his head slightly from left to right.  "Sorry, my friend, but just like the first go around, I'm not finding anything here that's out of place," he said.
This message was last edited by the player at 13:05, Sun 30 June 2019.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 64 posts
HP 35/35, AC:16
F: +5, R: +2, W: +6
Fri 28 Jun 2019
at 22:38
  • msg #210

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Cumarinda carefully packs the belt and cloak away then follows the other back the room of meditation.

"Forgive me for repeating myself but I did tell you before that this is a place of meditation, healing, rest and recovery. This is a place for contemplation and prayer. I'm sure that there is nothing here to find but what is obviously here."
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 93 posts
Sat 29 Jun 2019
at 11:05
  • msg #211

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx, ignoring the words of the others, searched the room over, all the while a furrowed brow of frustration. After minutes, the dwarf snorted, one hand on his staff, the other on a hip, clearly frustrated. He shook his head and closed his eyes, chanting in dwarfish. When he finished, his reaction was one that was not expected.

The dwarf staggered, almost like he took a blow to th head.

Stumbling, he steadied himself, leaning heavily on his staff in one hand, his other clutching at his temple as he closed his eyes and clenched his teeth in pain.

Within moments, the dwarf recovered enough to speak. "Ye darn bastard son of an orc fool!" He muttered. Bending over, he breathed heavily. But came upright with a smile. "....wasn't expectin' that!"

The dwarf asked slowly, clearly shaken, to one of the benches and dropped to the seat, laying his staff at his feet. He gestured the others over shaking his head.

"Ye weren't wrong about this being a place o' power girl....my simple spell to detect magical auras amplified so much that it nearly knocked me beard off.....but the plus side is I know what all this gear can do fer us."

Sighing, he indicated each item as he spoke.

"Th' dagger, shortsword and longsword are nhanced to be stronger, sharper and lighter....a common enchantment. Likewise, th' shield is stronger....again, common in magical items. That longsword has somethin' further on it, I believe it's been blessed by th' sun god."

"Th' pendant and one o' the rings bestow a measure of protection to someone, and th' other ring has th' ability to make a person jump. The cloak improves th' persons physical and mental resistance. Th' belt, however, is something I need to further study.....its magical alright, but where the spell let me discover all this, the belt still eludes me."



The dwarf, though clearly still a little shaken, had a smile on his face....both at the potential of this room enhancing spells, and the finds. "Such finds will help us if we are goin' to be meeting water demons and skeletons....or worse. I say we use them and once it's cleared out, we ask the mayor of these and any other items"

He looked at the group. "I have no need of the weapons or shield.....sure th' dagger may help, but with me spells and staff I think I should be fine. Likewise, I have no need fer the jumping ring....but either the ring or amulet that bestows armor, I could use. Being a wizard I use no armor, and something like that could save me life. Likewise, th' cloak would be useful."

He picks up the belt. "This.....I will hold onto until I know it's powers, and that is no question. I won't endanger anyone with an unknown items power.....even you balayst." The dwarf packed the belt into his pack, determined to figure that out at a later date.

<OOC:  The detect magic yielded me the following information on the looted gear.

Shortsword +1
Pendent of Natural Armor +1
Dagger +1
2 Rings
*Ring of Protection +1
*Ring of Jumping +5
Heavy Shield +1
Longsword +1 of Pelor
Cloak of Resistance +1
Strange Belt
 >

Fenris
Barbarian, 21 posts
HP 45/32, AC: 14/16
F: +5, R: +3/5, W: +1
Sat 29 Jun 2019
at 12:03
  • msg #212

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Oddly, the barbarian leans against the wall and grunts. He makes no attempt to grab anything. His eyes go to the dwarf who seems to talk. And talk. And keeps talking. Fenris sits down on the floor, grabbing his elven blade and resting it on his lap.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 65 posts
HP 35/35, AC:16
F: +5, R: +2, W: +6
Tue 2 Jul 2019
at 02:15
  • msg #213

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Cumarinda smiles and nods to the dwarven mage. She looks over the collection of items and picks up the heavy shield and the longsword.

"I will take these two items these two items into my care. The shield because it can better safeguard me and this sword because it is dedicated to the Great God Pelor. If anyone else feels that they can make better use of either of these enchanted items, then I will consider surrendering them into your care."
Ballast
Fighter, 42 posts
HP 38/38, AC: 22
F: +4, R: +2, W: +2
Tue 2 Jul 2019
at 14:48
  • msg #214

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast looks at the pendant, and doesn't quite sigh, though you get the impression he's a little disappointed.  "It is good to be protected.  But you are softer than I," he says, and hands the pendant over to Brankx.  "It is you who need protection more."

As Cumarinda takes the shield, Ballast speaks again.  "I am also a shield-user, but you are also softer than me.  But if no one else has use of the cloak, I could use that.  Or one of the magical weapons that the priest has not claimed."
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 95 posts
Wed 3 Jul 2019
at 01:52
  • msg #215

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The dwarf smiles led at the friendly natured chat of them, despite his head still throbbing. He closed his eyes, and opened them to balayst's words and nodded, placing the amulet around his neck. "Ye take th' cloak balayst.....it will fit Ye better than me anyway. I suggest Ye take a magic weapon anyway....some undead can be resistant to normal weapons. Maybe Ye take the shortsword as Ye backup weapon. Fin can take th' dagger."

He looked at Fenris, holding out the ring of protection. "Ye take this el...." He stopped himself from calling Fenris elf....he was about to call him that of habit. "....Fenris. Ye a crazy fool but a gifted fighter....this ring will help Ye."

The dwarf placed the ring of jump on his finger, only claiming it as no one else had,...besides, he had a fun idea if tactics to use that.

The dwarf got to his feet slowly, leaning on his staff. "Let's get movin', but slowly.....it feels like I've been kind caked in th' head by a herd of mules."

<OOC: to speed things up I thought I'd take some liberties. Cumarinda takes the longsword and shield, Ballast the short sword an cloak, Fin the dagger, Fenris the ring of protection, an Brankx the amulet of armor. Brankx is holding the ring of jump (so fin or Fenris, if you want it, speak up), and he has the belt until he identifies it.

Everyone ok with that?>

Fenris
Barbarian, 22 posts
HP 45/32, AC: 14/16
F: +5, R: +3/5, W: +1
Wed 3 Jul 2019
at 02:00
  • msg #216

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The barbarian grunts as he is given the ring. He looks at it for a moment before slipping it on. Fenris watches the dwarf and nods his head and leans against the wall as the rest of the magic items are given out.
Fin
Rogue, 84 posts
HP: 18/18 AC: 15
F +1/R +6/W +3
Wed 3 Jul 2019
at 14:10
  • msg #217

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Fin took the dagger offered by Brankx and looked it over.  It often surprised the rogue how a magical enchantment never seemed to make the appearance of any better.  He shrugged his shoulders and put the dagger on his belt.
Ballast
Fighter, 43 posts
HP 38/38, AC: 22
F: +4, R: +2, W: +2
Thu 4 Jul 2019
at 02:11
  • msg #218

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast fits the cloak around his shoulders, pleased at the softness of it, and puts the sword about his waist. It was the first magical weapon he had owned, and it was a comfort to have it in a place where the dead were walking.

"Then shall we try the other corridor that we skipped?  Or do we have the right magical things to open the magical door?"
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 67 posts
HP 35/35, AC:16
F: +5, R: +2, W: +6
Thu 4 Jul 2019
at 10:01
  • msg #219

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"I'm not eager to try to force a magical barrier without the willingness of a mage. I'd suggest we try the way not yet taken, maybe it will let us avoid the magic wall." said the young cleric while walking and getting used to the balance and heft of the larger metal shield.
Dungeon Master
GM, 152 posts
Thu 4 Jul 2019
at 14:00
  • msg #220

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

With the group ready to leave the meditation area again, they make their way to another section of the tombs. It seems its the only area left to check besides the magic wall. Fenris takes the front and peers into the room. Same size as before. Four sahuagin surrounded a coffin that is open. They speak in some unknown language. One of them raises its hands and they seem to be praying.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 96 posts
Fri 5 Jul 2019
at 05:46
  • msg #221

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx couldn't help but sigh at the mention of the sahuagin....4 this time. The number of them didn't worry the dwarf much....the group had faced two and had not a scratch. What worried the dwarf is why they were here? This was the third group of water demons, the biggest yet, n a earthly tomb....a place they shouldn't be.

The dwarf shrugged away his  concerns and grasped his staff, pulling a scroll from his pack. He held his hand up, indicating them wait as he used the scroll (something he was hoping not to use yet). Still, his spells were depleted a little, and he had to fight smart.

Reading the scroll in a whisper, the dwarf finished casting,the scroll turning to ash in his hand as a field of light came forward, and a celestial dog emerged, looking at Brankx expectantly <OOC: casts summon monster 1 from scroll.....summons celestial dog>

Brankx then nods to the others, awaiting their moves. On their count, he rushes in, stepping to the side, and commands the dog protect him, then chants in his dwarven language, again, causing a bluefish force to appear above his hand, and shoot as two arcane missiles to strike the sahuagin with his arms up.

<OOC: Brankx Onyxshield rolled 21 using 1d20+1.  Iniative .

Orders celestial dog to protect him. Casts magic missile and the sahuagin with his arms up.
Brankx Onyxshield rolled 3 using 1d4+1.  Magic missile 2.
Brankx Onyxshield rolled 4 using 1d4+1.  Magic missile 1.>

Ballast
Fighter, 44 posts
HP 38/38, AC: 22
F: +4, R: +2, W: +2
Sat 6 Jul 2019
at 06:03
  • msg #222

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"More of them?  Take your chanting elsewhere; you are trespassing!" Ballast says, taking his trident in hand and charging in after the wizard's spell had gone off.  His attack is hard and true, driving the tines into the nearest sea devil!

OOC: 01:00, Today: Ballast rolled 14 using 1d20+1.  Initiative.
01:01, Today: Ballast rolled 27 using 1d20+7.  Attack with trident.
01:01, Today: Ballast rolled 8 using 1d20+7.  Attack with trident - crit confirm.
01:02, Today: Ballast rolled 12 using 1d8+4.  Trident damage.

Fin
Rogue, 86 posts
HP: 18/18 AC: 15
F +1/R +6/W +3
Sat 6 Jul 2019
at 20:33
  • msg #223

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The rooms were all starting to run together to the rogue.  Coffins, sahuagin, combat, he thought to himself.  Fin shrugged and drew his bow.  As in previous rooms, he selected a target not in melee combat with his friends.


15:24, Today: Fin rolled 9 using 1d20+3.  Initiative.
15:29, Today: Fin rolled 23 using 1d20+5.  Ranged attack.
15:29, Today: Fin rolled 6 using 1d6.  Damage.

Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 69 posts
HP 35/35, AC:18
F: +5, R: +2, W: +6
Mon 8 Jul 2019
at 21:21
  • msg #224

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Seeing that there were four of the evil fish men to be dispatched, Cumarinda considered taking action against them but at first, wasn't sure what to do. After seeing the others attacking the sahuagin, she knew what to do.

Raising her heavy mace and securing her shield in place, Cumarinda shouted as she charged in to attack the remaining foe. "As I serve the brightness of light, so shall I smite you in the name of the Great God Pelor!"



14:11, Today: Cumarinda Imbrex rolled 1 using 1d8.  Heavy Mace damage roll.
14:10, Today: Cumarinda Imbrex rolled 13 using 1d20+3.  Cumarinda's attack roll.
13:15, Today: Cumarinda Imbrex rolled 20 using 1d20+1.  initiative.

This message was last edited by the player at 01:21, Tue 09 July 2019.
Dungeon Master
GM, 156 posts
Tue 9 Jul 2019
at 00:58
  • msg #225

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The sahugain group launches their loaded crossbows at the door missing the barbarian.

The celestial dog rush in and bites at a sahugain but misses!

Brankx casts the spell hitting one of them.

Cumarinda charges in, swinging her sword but misses her mark flanking the dog.

Ballast moves in and attacks one of them. It kills the one flanked by the dog and cleric.

Fin fires at the enemies, hitting one.

Fenris charges in, attack the one the warforged hits. His weapon cuts the head off of the sahugain!

The sahugain goes to hit the warforged but misses, and the other attacks the cleric hitting her!
*Cumarinda take 3 damage

OOC
Group is up
----------------------------------------
Sahuagin (x3) AC 16
*??/??
*??/??
----------------------------------------
Brankx (21)
*Celestial Dog
Cumarinda (20)
Ballast (14)
Fin (09)
Fenris (05)

This message was last edited by the GM at 01:22, Tue 09 July 2019.
Ballast
Fighter, 46 posts
HP 38/38, AC: 22
F: +4, R: +2, W: +2
Tue 9 Jul 2019
at 07:30
  • msg #226

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"Do not harm the healer!" Ballast bellows, and turns and stabs into the one who hurt Cumarinda with punishing force!

OOC: 02:29, Today: Ballast rolled 27 using 1d20+7.  Attack with trident.
02:29, Today: Ballast rolled 24 using 1d20+7.  Critical Confirm trident.
02:29, Today: Ballast rolled 11 using 2d8+8.  Critical Trident Damage.

Fin
Rogue, 88 posts
HP: 18/18 AC: 15
F +1/R +6/W +3
Tue 9 Jul 2019
at 14:38
  • msg #227

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Through all the shouting and sounds of combat, Fin tried to remain focused on his target.  He drew another arrow and let it fly.


09:35, Today: Fin rolled 6 using 1d20+5.  Ranged attack.
OCC:  Damn you, dice roller!  That's my second one in the past few days (the other was in a different game).  No reason to roll damage here.

10:03, Today: Fin rolled 9 using 1d20+5.  Fumble check per DM.

This message was last edited by the GM at 15:05, Tue 09 July 2019.
Dungeon Master
GM, 157 posts
Thu 11 Jul 2019
at 22:04
  • msg #228

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

OOC
Just to speed it up.

Brankx pulls out his crossbow and fires missing the targed.

The cleric swings her sword but misses her mark.

The warforged spears the sahugain, killing it.

With a roar, the barbarian rips into the last creature. It falls to the ground dead. He turns towards the cleric and tilts his head and then at the bloodspot on her abdomen. He goes to press the wound tightly and grunts. Odd.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 71 posts
HP 35/32, AC:18
F: +5, R: +2, W: +6
Fri 12 Jul 2019
at 02:34
  • msg #229

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

As the last of the fish men fall and the danger seems to be (momentarily) ended. Cumarinda starts to speak as Fenris approaches her only to have her words cut off by his hand on her wound.

With a wincing smile she gently pats his hand, "I do appreciate your concern but I have been gifted with the means to heal my wounds as well. Take my shield for a moment and I will call upon the divine magic."

Handing him her shield she falls to one knee, then speaks the words and makes the passes with one hand, while the other rests upon her wounded abdomen.

After the quick casting, she stands looking renewed her wound reduced to nothing.


19:19, Today: Cumarinda Imbrex rolled 23 using 1d20+6.  Concentration roll.
Cure Minor Wounds for 4 HP.

Fin
Rogue, 89 posts
HP: 18/18 AC: 15
F +1/R +6/W +3
Fri 12 Jul 2019
at 14:10
  • msg #230

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Fin shouldered his bow once more.  He looked over at Cumarinda and was thankful her wound wasn't worse.  A grim smile crossed the rogue's face as he began to search the room, again paying close attention to the bodies of the fallen sahuagin as well as the coffin they had been surrounding.


09:07, Today: Fin rolled 27 using 1d20+7.  Search.
OCC: Seems to be feast or famine with the roller.  My last roll was a nat 1 and now I get a nat 20.

Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 98 posts
Mon 15 Jul 2019
at 03:02
  • msg #231

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx, Sighing, looks at the fallen beasts with a snort. "Fer an earthly tomb, there is a damn lot of water demons in here!"

The dwarf begins to search the area, helping Fin with the fallen beasts, the coffin and the area.

<OOC: Brankx Onyxshield rolled 22 using 1d20+4>
Dungeon Master
GM, 161 posts
Tue 16 Jul 2019
at 17:24
  • msg #232

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

All that is found is within the coffin. It looks as the same as the others, with the name 'Henton' across it like the others. A set of goggles rests inside of it as well as a pair of boots. The body looks well rested, like it wasn't there very long but long enough. And a crest is inside of it as well with a butterfly across it.


OOC
Think the group has a butterfly, a moth and a spider? If not there should be three total :)
A pair of boots
Goggles

This message was last edited by the GM at 18:07, Tue 16 July 2019.
Fin
Rogue, 90 posts
HP: 18/18 AC: 15
F +1/R +6/W +3
Tue 16 Jul 2019
at 17:52
  • msg #233

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The rogue gathered the plaque, boots and goggles from the coffin and handed them to Brankx.  "Third plaque we've found," he said to the dwarf, "and all reference the family name of 'Henton.'  Two might be a coincidence, but I think it's safe to say that three is some sort of pattern or clue."

Turning to Cumarinda, Fin asked, "Any particular reason you can think of that might cause these fish people to target this one family?"
This message was last edited by the player at 18:12, Tue 16 July 2019.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 100 posts
Wed 17 Jul 2019
at 05:04
  • msg #234

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx looks at the last plaque with a lick of his lips. He was eagre to solve the puzzle of the wall, and took the butterfly plaque and the boots and goggles. Given the items found so far, he suspected they had some magical qualities, but he would test that later.

He placed his pack on his shoulder after placing the items in his pack, and grasped his staff. "I've learnt quickly that tehre are very few coincidences in this existance boy. The fact they're the same name is no suprise...this is a family crypt. My surprise is what is lookin' fer them."

He snorts and kicks one of the water demon corpses, then looks at the others. "Let's get to th' wall...i suspect they may be lookin fer what's behind that."
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 73 posts
HP 35/32, AC:18
F: +5, R: +2, W: +6
Wed 17 Jul 2019
at 07:44
  • msg #235

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Fin:
Turning to Cumarinda, Fin asked, "Any particular reason you can think of that might cause these fish people to target this one family?"


"Hmmm..," said the cleric thoughtfully. She paused for a moment seeming to consider the question and then answered "It seems to me that this family may have something that the fish men want. What that is, I have no idea. However, it would seem that whatever it is, I think none of the fish men we've seen so far have found it." She looked around at the others and added, "But I'd suggest that we find it first or it could be dangerous."
Ballast
Fighter, 48 posts
HP 38/38, AC: 22
F: +4, R: +2, W: +2
Wed 17 Jul 2019
at 15:59
  • msg #236

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast considers the infestation of sea devils.  "Are the sea devils coming in through the front gate?  Or is there another way they are getting inside the tomb?  Is part of the tomb so low it meets the sea?"
Fenris
Barbarian, 23 posts
HP 45/32, AC: 14/16
F: +5, R: +3/5, W: +1
Wed 17 Jul 2019
at 16:21
  • msg #237

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The barbarian growls at all the questions. He grunts."Too many questions. No answers." His eyes go to the cleric, tilting his head. Odd.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 74 posts
HP 35/35, AC:18
F: +5, R: +2, W: +6
Thu 18 Jul 2019
at 00:28
  • msg #238

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Seeming taken aback by the stare of the barbarian elf, Cumarinda considers the three tiles. the family name, and she and the others had seen so far. "Let me see..."

After a long moment, she seemed to come to some conclusions and with a renewed smile she addressed the party.

"I recall that the Henton family held a variety of positions throughout their history and are well known and beloved by the people of Korthos. They were known to be either leaders or guides and protectors and priests."

She paused again and then addressed the dwarven mage.

"Given what we've discovered, I think that the three tiles could be keys of some kind, but a magical detection spell might yield more information."



17:23, Today: Cumarinda Imbrex rolled 24 using 1d20+7.  Knowledge (religion).
17:22, Today: Cumarinda Imbrex rolled 13 using 1d20+3.  Knowledge (arcana).
17:21, Today: Cumarinda Imbrex rolled 21 using 1d20+4.  Knowledge (history).

This message was last edited by the player at 02:47, Fri 19 July 2019.
Dungeon Master
GM, 165 posts
Fri 19 Jul 2019
at 12:23
  • msg #239

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

When the group is ready they go to the magic wall. Fenris stands there, weapon drawn and waits. There are three slots in the wall and a magical barrier into the next room.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 75 posts
HP 35/35, AC:18
F: +5, R: +2, W: +6
Fri 19 Jul 2019
at 22:34
  • msg #240

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Dungeon Master:
When the group is ready they go to the magic wall. Fenris stands there, weapon drawn and waits. There are three slots in the wall and a magical barrier into the next room.


Cumarinda steps close to the three slots in the wall and looks to Brankx. "If you would, please let me cast my detection spell upon the three tiles and determine if they are supposed to go into the three slots here."

With Brankx's permission, she calls upon the divine powers to cast Detect Magic upon the tiles.
This message was last edited by the player at 02:28, Tue 23 July 2019.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 101 posts
Tue 23 Jul 2019
at 00:26
  • msg #241

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The dwarf, his head still ringing after his last spell, smiled at the woman. "Be me guest girlie...my head is still ringin' after last time."

While the woman casts her spell, the dwarf tries to determine the sequence of which tile goes where.

<OOC: Sorry guys...had a migraine for teh last 5 days.>
Dungeon Master
GM, 166 posts
Wed 24 Jul 2019
at 16:25
  • msg #242

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Oddly, the rogue has dissapeared! Fenris grunts, looking around then back to the walled area.
Ballast
Fighter, 51 posts
HP 38/38, AC: 22
F: +4, R: +2, W: +2
Tue 30 Jul 2019
at 14:56
  • msg #243

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast looks around, surprised, and then back at his compatriots.  "Where did Fin go?  Did he go scout ahead?"  If there was something more sinister at work here, if they were being stalked, he wanted to know what enemy he would be facing.  He grips his trident with one hard fist and goes to the end of the hallway cautiously, looking up and down the corridor to see if there was any sign of the man.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 77 posts
HP 35/35, AC:18
F: +5, R: +2, W: +6
Tue 30 Jul 2019
at 21:20
  • msg #244

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Dungeon Master:
Oddly, the rogue has disappeared! Fenris grunts, looking around then back to the walled area.


Cumarinda joins the others in looking around for any signs of the elven rogue.

"Fin? Where are you handsome rascal? Fin?" she calls out.

After a moment she looks to the others, "I'm sorry, I didn't even see him leave.
 We should continue our mission and with the blessings of Pelor, he will appear again."

Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 102 posts
Fri 2 Aug 2019
at 00:05
  • msg #245

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx, still preoccupied with the wall, looks around. "Huh...Fin is missing? Knowing him he probably found somethin' shiny and got lost"

The dwarf's mannerisms were less concerned and more irritated. "He know's how t' find us."

The dwarf then continues looking at the wall
Dungeon Master
GM, 171 posts
Fri 2 Aug 2019
at 14:42
  • msg #246

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Each of the plaques have their individual marking. Fenris grunts and starts to head back the way he came but keeps within eyeshot. He tilts his head and pulls a dagger and note from the wall before heading back to the magical barrior.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 105 posts
Tue 6 Aug 2019
at 01:24
  • msg #247

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx stands in front of the barrier, the three tablets in front of him, and he looks at the markings. With a smile, the dwarf begins putting in each tablet into the holes, and when the third is in, stands back, looking at the barrier
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 79 posts
HP 35/35, AC:18
F: +5, R: +2, W: +6
Tue 6 Aug 2019
at 17:49
  • msg #248

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Slightly frustrated at having to split her concentration, Cumarinda's smile fades slightly as she watches both Fenris and Brankx go about their separate tasks. She resumes smiling and then looks curiously at the note and blade that Fenris comes back with.
Dungeon Master
GM, 172 posts
Tue 6 Aug 2019
at 23:51
  • msg #249

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The barbarian grumbles and holds the dagger and the note to the cleric. When the dwarf puts them in the right positions, the magical wall slowly dissapears revealing a closed door.
Ballast
Fighter, 53 posts
HP 38/38, AC: 22
F: +4, R: +2, W: +2
Thu 8 Aug 2019
at 05:17
  • msg #250

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast looks back and forth between the corridor behind them and the new door in front of them.  It seemed so strange that the group would accept the disappearance of Fin so casually.  If he had gone scouting with Fenris like before and had not come back, would they have bothered to look for him?  It was something to ponder during the long, quiet hours of the watch.

"It is hoped Fin returns from his explorations unharmed," Ballast says quietly, and looks at the door.  "Is the door locked?  Or was it only covered with the magic?"
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 106 posts
Thu 8 Aug 2019
at 08:23
  • msg #251

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx looks at the door, all indications he hadn't heard Balayst, but as his concentration was on the door he answered. "Me guess is that the magic was concealing th' door. As to locks and traps, i dunno. Of all th' times fer fin to disapear....the dang fool."

He looked at the others. "I could look, but i'm no locksmith.....i'm an arcanist."
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 80 posts
HP 35/35, AC:18
F: +5, R: +2, W: +6
Thu 8 Aug 2019
at 18:10
  • msg #252

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"Wait," the young cleric said to the other two, "Maybe there is something we can learn from this note that Ballast found."

Carefully sheathing the dagger, she read the note aloud to the gathered group.
Ballast
Fighter, 54 posts
HP 38/38, AC: 22
F: +4, R: +2, W: +2
Fri 9 Aug 2019
at 15:16
  • msg #253

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

With their clever-handed lock-opener gone, Ballast had been about to try the door before opening it the "warforged way", but paused the healer's request.  More knowledge would be very useful here.
Dungeon Master
GM, 173 posts
Sat 10 Aug 2019
at 23:13
  • msg #254

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"Found it. Not warforged." Fenris grunts as the group is about to enter.

Found on the note is the following:

"I had to leave. This place was forboding. I appologize for doing as such and left the dagger for anyone to use. We will meet again."

-Signed Fin
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 107 posts
Wed 14 Aug 2019
at 04:54
  • msg #255

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx looked at the note and swore, both in common and dwarvish. hen he calmed, he looked at the others with a stormy look in his eyes. "Damn fool thief up and left us....if i see him again i'll turn him into a lizard and cook him with a fireball!"

Brankx was obviously irritated by the loss of the rogue.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 81 posts
HP 35/35, AC:18
F: +5, R: +2, W: +6
Wed 14 Aug 2019
at 05:17
  • msg #256

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

In reply to Dungeon Master (msg # 254):

Cumarinda briefly pouted, an expression that while somewhat childish was also what many would call cute and endearing.

She closed her eyes and sighed, "Well may Pelor's light shine on all of his future efforts. For good or for ill." She regained her smile as she looked over her remaining party members. "With Pelor's blessing, we will carry on. But we shall not fear because we have Light of the Sun beside us."
Ballast
Fighter, 55 posts
HP 38/38, AC: 22
F: +4, R: +2, W: +2
Thu 15 Aug 2019
at 02:50
  • msg #257

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

If no one else wants the dagger, Ballast will carry it for now.  The lock-opener is gone, and they still had a task to accomplish.

"Fin should be well.  He is a smart man, if not overly courageous.  Let us try the door."

Ballast first tries to open the door in a normal way, pushing, pulling, turning the latch or knob, whichever seems to be the right way.  If that doesn't work, he will try applying more strength to the situation, to see if the door is stuck.
Dungeon Master
GM, 174 posts
Fri 16 Aug 2019
at 01:47
  • msg #258

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"Dwarf." The barbarian stares at him."I will defend him." Few words but from Fenris they are indeed serious. His eyes narrow on him, and he turns as Ballast opens the door easily.

Standing in the room which is about thirty by thirty, about well twenty feet tall is a coffin. Located in the center with it is a fish man. Standing on either side are two more. Three it seems. It stares at Ballast and rises up. The other ones pull out their weapons-armed with crossbows and tritons. The one in charge holds up a staff. He grins and they prepare to fire!

Behind him rests a chest and on the walls are six coffins, not looking disturbed.

OOC
Initiative

Ballast
Fighter, 56 posts
HP 38/38, AC: 22
F: +4, R: +2, W: +2
Fri 16 Aug 2019
at 03:09
  • msg #259

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

It seems that the sea devils were ready this time.  Ballast grips the hilt of his new magical sword, as it seemed fitting to face what had to be some kind of head priest with a weapon of magical power, and charged the sea devil with a staff to keep him from working any magic or giving any commands!

OOC: 22:05, Today: Ballast rolled 11 using 1d20+1.  Initiative.
22:08, Today: Ballast rolled 26 using 1d20+9.  Charge attack with +1 short sword.
22:09, Today: Ballast rolled 8 using 1d6+6.  Damage with short sword.

Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 82 posts
HP 35/35, AC:18
F: +5, R: +2, W: +6
Fri 16 Aug 2019
at 22:52
  • msg #260

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Cumarinda watched as the warfarged began the battle.
"Fenris, take the one on the left side of Ballast and I'll take the right!" she shouted to the elf barbarian.

Bringing both the enchanted long sword and shield to bear, she closed in on the fish man.

OOC: Today: Cumarinda Imbrex rolled 7 using 1d20+1.  initiative.
Cumarinda Imbrex rolled 11 using 1d20+3.  Attack Roll .

This message was last edited by the player at 06:51, Mon 19 Aug 2019.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 109 posts
Tue 20 Aug 2019
at 08:02
  • msg #261

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx was not phased  by Fenris's outburst about the rogue, in fact he felt an inner warmth at the protectiveness of the warrior. When he glared at Brankx, he held his gaze for a second, then snorted. "Defend him if ye wish, but i'll not hold me togune. We all have opinions, and though i don't deny his skills or his friendship, he is still a fool fer leaving"

he followed the warrior in and saw the three fish men and rolled his eyes. "Why can't ye stay in ye filthy ponds!" as he spoke he reached into a pouch, retrieving spell components and chants looking at the staff wielding enemy. A purple/green ball of energy flies for the beast, but misses, hitting the coffin with a steaming sizzle.

<OOC: Brankx Onyxshield rolled 3 using 1d20+1.  iniative.

Casts Acid Arrow
Brankx Onyxshield rolled 3 using 1d20+1. (Damn!)
>

Dungeon Master
GM, 175 posts
Tue 20 Aug 2019
at 23:12
  • msg #262

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The barbarian charges into the fray! He swings at the mage! The massive sword rips into the head of the creature. It rips it off as the creature is thrown backwards killing it!

Flanking Fenris, they drop their weapons and pulls out their tridents! They attack the barbarian! Both hit their marks and one of them misses horribly with their teeth!
Fenris: Take 20 Damage!

The cleric moves but misses, now flanking the barbarian.

The warforged charges and slams his weapon. It keeps standing but its wounded.

Brankx fires his acid! It hits the one the warforged attacks but it remains standing.

Group is up!
Fenris (19)
Sahuagin (x2, 17)
Cumarinda (11)
*Flanking Fenris +2
Ballest (11)
*Flanking Fenris +2
Brankx (03)

Ballast
Fighter, 57 posts
HP 38/38, AC: 22
F: +4, R: +2, W: +2
Wed 21 Aug 2019
at 01:46
  • msg #263

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast is surprised that the sea devils had gotten so lucky in striking at Fenris, so surprised that his own attack was far from his best...

OOC: 20:44, Today: Ballast rolled 12 using 1d20+9.  Flanking attack with short sword.
20:44, Today: Ballast rolled 12 using 1d6+6.  Short sword damage.

Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 85 posts
HP 35/35, AC:18
F: +5, R: +2, W: +6
Wed 28 Aug 2019
at 21:27
  • msg #264

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"Foul beasts, you will not bring down any of our group as long as I am standing!" she shouts as she strides over to heal Fenris's wounds.

After missing with her initial attack, she moves quickly over to the injured elven barbarian, sheathing her longsword and casting the healing spell.


Cumarinda casts Cure Light Wounds upon Fenris, healing him of 12 HP Damage.
Cumarinda Imbrex rolled 12 using 1d8+6.  Cure Light Wounds.

Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 111 posts
Tue 3 Sep 2019
at 00:20
  • msg #265

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx, grimacing at his foes, holds a hand out, palm up and begins chanting in dwarvish, a glowing blue field of energy appearing above his hand. He concludes his spell and the energy flies towards the enemies, splitting in tow and one hitting each of the two.

<OOC: Casts Magic Missile
Brankx Onyxshield rolled 6 using 1d4+3. (Magic Missile 1)
Brankx Onyxshield rolled 7 using 1d4+3. (Magic Missile 2)>

Dungeon Master
GM, 178 posts
Tue 3 Sep 2019
at 00:28
  • msg #266

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Fenris swings but misses his target.

The sahuagins ignore the warforged focusing on the barbarian! All of their attacks hit be it with tridents or bites!
Fenris take 23 damage!

Cumarinda backs away and heals the barbarian. He grunts in pain despite her healing!
Added in!

Ballest misses!

Brankx fires off his magical ball of light hitting the two targets.

Group is up!
Fenris (19)
Sahuagin (x2, 17)
*Sahuagin: 6/??
*Sahuagin: 7/??
Cumarinda (11)
*Flanking Fenris +2
Ballest (11)
*Flanking Fenris +2
Brankx (03)

Ballast
Fighter, 58 posts
HP 38/38, AC: 22
F: +4, R: +2, W: +2
Tue 3 Sep 2019
at 05:16
  • msg #267

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast concentrates on the motion of the sea devil, this time getting his blow in with greater skill, if not great force...

OOC: 00:15, Today: Ballast rolled 17 using 1d20+11.  Attacking with +1 shortsword (flanking).
00:15, Today: Ballast rolled 7 using 1d6+6.  Short sword damage.

Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 112 posts
Tue 3 Sep 2019
at 06:56
  • msg #268

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx again holds a hand out, palm up and begins chanting in dwarvish, the same glowing blue field of energy appearing above his hand. Unlike last time, this one seemed a little smaller, perhaps the urgency of his spell, but upon conclusion, the same energy flies towards the enemies, splitting in tow and one hitting each of the targets again.

<Casts Magic missile
Brankx Onyxshield rolled 5 using 1d4+3.
Brankx Onyxshield rolled 5 using 1d4+3.>

Dungeon Master
GM, 179 posts
Wed 4 Sep 2019
at 20:37
  • msg #269

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The barbarian growls and slashes into one of them. He rips into the head of one, killing it. Between the warforged and the dwarf, the last creature falls. Fenris stands there, covered in blood and gore and stares at the group.

OOC All are dead!
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 87 posts
HP 35/35, AC:18
F: +5, R: +2, W: +6
Thu 5 Sep 2019
at 02:19
  • msg #270

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Cumarinda sighs in relief as the last foe falls. She looks around at the others, "Besides Fenris who I will be attending to again shortly, did anyone else get injured? Ballast? Brankx?" She looks at the elven barbarian with a combination of concern and frustration, her hands on her hips, her head cocked slightly to the left. "I thank Pelor for granting me the gift of his healing light so that I can share it with those who are truly in need."
This message was last edited by the player at 18:07, Fri 06 Sept 2019.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 113 posts
Thu 5 Sep 2019
at 02:33
  • msg #271

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The dwarf snorts at the healer and her concern. "None came near me girl...lucky fer them. and i'm sure balayst is fine...attend to Fenris."

the dwarf walks over and searches the area and bodies

<OOC: Brankx Onyxshield rolled 10 using 1d20+4.  search.>
Ballast
Fighter, 60 posts
HP 38/38, AC: 22
F: +4, R: +2, W: +2
Sat 7 Sep 2019
at 02:41
  • msg #272

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast regards Fenris, impressed.  It was rather interesting how much damage a fragile flesh hide could take while not unduly damaging the internal structure.  Even so, he far preferred his own sturdy adamantine skin.

"Where are all these sea devils coming from?  And how did they get to this room?  Is there a way to make the magical barrier once locked inside?  Or is there another way in?" he asks out loud, walking around the room to see if there is another door or tunnel or anything of the sort.  There were far too many of the living in this place of tombs!


OOC: 21:41, Today: Ballast rolled 12 using 1d20+1.  Spot check.
Fenris
Barbarian, 24 posts
HP 45/14, AC: 14/16
F: +5, R: +3/5, W: +1
Sat 7 Sep 2019
at 03:16
  • msg #273

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The barbarian grunts, covered in blood and gore. He wipes the blade on one of the bodies and sheathes it, flexing his arms. Nice huh? Another grunt as he watches the group and leans against the wall.
Dungeon Master
GM, 180 posts
Sat 7 Sep 2019
at 18:43
  • msg #274

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Stilling lying on the bodies are some items.

OOC
Unknown Staff
2 Tridents
2 Heavy Crosbows
40 Bolts

Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 88 posts
HP 35/35, AC:18
F: +5, R: +2, W: +6
Sun 8 Sep 2019
at 00:16
  • msg #275

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Fenris:
The barbarian grunts, covered in blood and gore. He wipes the blade on one of the bodies and sheathes it, flexing his arms. Nice huh? Another grunt as he watches the group and leans against the wall.


Standing beside Fenris, the young female human cleric closed her eyes and began to pray. After finishing the first prayer she evoked the power of Pelor and a bright light surrounded her hands as they lay upon the elf barbarian and the healing energy flowed through his body.

Cumarinda Imbrex rolled 22 using 2d8+6.  Cure Moderate Wounds.

Fenris was healed of 22 HP of damage.


She looked over the remaining wounds on Fenris' body and frowned. "By Pelor's blessed hands! The wounds the fish men leave behind are as difficult as they are." Once more she cast a lessor invocation calling up the power of the Sun God and was answered again with a bright light and heeling power.

Cumarinda Imbrex rolled 14 using 1d8+6.  Cure Light Wounds.

Fenris was healed this time of 14 HP of damage.


The fullness of her warm smile spread across her face as the last of the elven's barbarian's wounds closed.
This message was last edited by the player at 17:29, Tue 10 Sept 2019.
Ballast
Fighter, 61 posts
HP 38/38, AC: 22
F: +4, R: +2, W: +2
Thu 12 Sep 2019
at 05:00
  • msg #276

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast examines one of the heavy crossbows with interest, and if no one else seems to want it, will add it and twenty bolts to his arsenal.  The staff he hands over to Brankx or Cumarida, whoever seems more interested.

"Would anyone else need another weapon?  If not, I think these can be left.  Is there another way out of this place?" he asks.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 114 posts
Thu 12 Sep 2019
at 05:06
  • msg #277

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx grasps the unknown staff, and looks at the other gear. "If ye want it checked fer magic, leave me to it. Last time me head reeled so i want to be more careful this time." He remembered the overwhelming magical aura when he last cast it.

He went to then side and cast a spell on the staff and any other items requested.

<Casts Detect magic>
Dungeon Master
GM, 182 posts
Fri 13 Sep 2019
at 13:04
  • msg #278

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

As soon as the staff is grabbed by the dwarf, all the coffins along the walls burst open! Several old creatures come towards the group. They look like skeletons! Coming up from the middle, is a mummified creature. It looks at the group as it sits up!

Two of the skeletons flank the barbarian and attack! One of them hits Fenris with their claws.
Fenris take 5 Damage

Another set of skeletons flank the warforged! Both miss!

The last skeletons flank the cleric! They miss!

Fenris rips into one of the skeletons, slicing off its head after he knocks it to the ground!

The creature stands up and drops down to the ground away from the group with the coffin between it and the group.

Ballest goes to hit one of the skeletons but misses.

OOC
Group is up.

Skeletons (x5, 25)
*Two flanking the warforged
*Two flanking the cleric
*One is near the barbarian
------------------------------------------
Fenris (19) 45/40
------------------------------------------
Creature (16)
------------------------------------------
Cumarinda (11)
Ballest (11)
Brankx (03)

This message was last edited by the GM at 03:37, Sat 14 Sept 2019.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 89 posts
HP 35/35, AC:18
F: +5, R: +2, W: +6
Mon 16 Sep 2019
at 09:17
  • msg #279

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

With one hand firmly on her shield, Cumarinda raises her holy symbol on high
with the other so that all can see it, as she shouts,
"In the name of the Holy Sun God Pelor, begone you foul creatures!"



Today: Cumarinda Imbrex rolled 7 using 1d20+2.  Turning Check.
Today: Cumarinda Imbrex rolled 15 using 2d6+5.  Turning Damage.

Cumarinda can turn 2 HD undead or less this time.
She can turn up to 15 HD of undead this time.
She automatically destroys 1 HD or less undead that she would normally turn.

Dungeon Master
GM, 187 posts
Mon 16 Sep 2019
at 11:49
  • msg #280

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The words spoken by the cleric hold much power! All of the skeletons hear them and turn from her, dropping to the ground and seem to be no longer animated. The other creature however doesn't seem effected at all.

The warforged moves around the coffin and strikes but doesn't hit his mark.

OOC
Anyone with Knowledge (Religion) or possibly Knowledge (Arcana) can see if they know what this creature is.

Waiting on the Wizard.

Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 115 posts
Tue 17 Sep 2019
at 07:18
  • msg #281

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

(OOC: Sorry for the delay folks.)

Brankx, grasping the staff, can't help but groan as the undead animate, closing his own eyes and cursing himself as he turns to face the creatures. Seeing most fall, he felt a surge of pride for the priest, but he had little time for that. tapping into his magical skills, he begins casting a spell...a minor spells designed to hurt undead with positive energy.

<OOC: Casts Disrupt Undead

Brankx Onyxshield rolled 5 using 1d6.  disrupt undead

Brankx Onyxshield rolled 14 using 1d20+6.  knowledge arcana.>

Ballast
Fighter, 64 posts
HP 38/38, AC: 22
F: +4, R: +2, W: +2
Tue 17 Sep 2019
at 15:55
  • msg #283

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast is puzzled by the ineffectiveness of his weapons, but gamely tries again.  It seems the sea devils have been focusing on their power on awakening whatever unnatural abominations they could find down here!


OOC: 10:54, Today: Ballast rolled 18 using 1d20+11.  Attack with short sword.
10:54, Today: Ballast rolled 11 using 1d6+6.  Short sword damage.

This message was last edited by the GM at 16:08, Tue 17 Sept 2019.
Dungeon Master
GM, 189 posts
Tue 17 Sep 2019
at 16:08
  • msg #284

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Fenris gets to the other side of Ballest, flanking the creature. He swings his sword hard and hits the mummy but instead of knocking him down the weapon cleaves into him.

The mummy gets a good right hook on Fenris.
*Fenris take 13 Damage

OOC
Waiting on Cumarinda and Brankx

Fenris (19) 45/40
------------------------------------------
Creature (16) 22/??
------------------------------------------
Cumarinda (11)
Ballest (11)
Brankx (03)

This message was last edited by the GM at 16:09, Tue 17 Sept 2019.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 91 posts
HP 35/35, AC:18
F: +5, R: +2, W: +6
Wed 18 Sep 2019
at 20:51
  • msg #285

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Once the lesser creatures fell, the young cleric started at the other creature, her face contorting into a deepening frown.

Recognition, awe, and fear warred for dominion on her face as the horror of its true nature dawned.

"That..that's a Mummy! I remember learning that such undead can take a indecent amounts of damage.
Also its touch can drain your life and cause you to rot from inside! It can see without light too.
But, fire, fire destroys them completely!"
she exclaimed.

Retrieving the scroll from her backpack while moving beside Fenris, began reading the spell. She reasoned that the barbarian would be the most in danger from the undead creature. Just as the spell was cast, she touched the barbarian elf's shoulder.

Reading the Scroll of Protection vs Evil (Divine)

This message was last edited by the player at 09:09, Thu 19 Sept 2019.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 116 posts
Thu 19 Sep 2019
at 04:09
  • msg #286

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx looks at the beast and goes a little pale. "A bloody mummy! Damn me, but when we get out of here i need ter get me some wands!"

The dwarf stands forward, and with hands outstretched, thumbs touching, he shouts. "STAND CLEAR!"

With that, a fan of flame erupts from his hands

<OOC: Makes me wish i had rested before taking on this guy! I'm almost out of spells

Casts Burning hands

Brankx Onyxshield rolled 9 using 3d4>

Dungeon Master
GM, 193 posts
Thu 19 Sep 2019
at 11:28
  • msg #287

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The mummy is hit by the burning wave casted by the wizard, scorching him but it remains standing!

Protected by the spell, the barbarian roars and tries to rip into the mummy! He swings twice bit misses his mark!

The mummy slams a hard fist at the chest of Fenris!
*Fenris take 16 Damage

OOC
groups turn

Fenris (19) 45/16
*FLANKING
-protection from evil
-rage
------------------------------------------
Creature (16) 36/??
------------------------------------------
Cumarinda (11)
Ballest (11)
*FLANKING
Brankx (03)

Ballast
Fighter, 65 posts
HP 38/38, AC: 22
F: +4, R: +2, W: +2
Thu 19 Sep 2019
at 18:45
  • msg #288

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

He wanted to smash oil on the mummy and make it go up in flames easier, but likely there wouldn't be time to break out a torch to light it, not before the undead struck at Fenris again.  Ballast chopped down hard with his sword, trying to break apart the brittle undead.

The sword starts to glow blue.

OOC: 23:20, Today: Ballast rolled 30 using 1d20+11.  Attack with short sword.
23:22, Today: Ballast rolled 7 using 1d6+6.  Short sword damage.

This message was last edited by the GM at 01:45, Sun 22 Sept 2019.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 117 posts
Fri 20 Sep 2019
at 07:00
  • msg #289

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The dwarf cursed himself for the using of the spell so soon. His other spells were more allocated around detection of magic. "I have no more spells that will help us Balayst. ye want fire, ye need to do it th' old fashoned way."

With that he stood, grasping his staff.

He walked over, but missed the swing



<OOC: Brankx attacks with his staff

Brankx Onyxshield rolled 3 using 1d20>

Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 92 posts
HP 35/35, AC:18
F: +5, R: +2, W: +6
Sun 22 Sep 2019
at 01:02
  • msg #290

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

“If you have no fire, strike it down with blows or magic until it falls!” Cumarinda shouted to the others.

Drawing her sword she turned her full attention to the dead-not-dead. “Pay need loathsome mummy! In the name of the Sun God Pelor, stand back or be struck down by his faithful servant!” she shouted while wielding her holy sword against the thing.

The sword starts to glow white as it strikes its target, doing something else!


17:55, Today: Cumarinda Imbrex rolled 23 using 1d20+3.  Cumarinda attack.
Total Damage: 9
Glow: Unknown

This message was last edited by the GM at 02:11, Sun 22 Sept 2019.
Dungeon Master
GM, 194 posts
Sun 22 Sep 2019
at 02:20
  • msg #291

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The mummy is hit by the cleric and howls as her sword glows white and does something to him!

With a roar, the barbarian takes his sword and slams it into the mummy hitting the creature hard and fast!

The mummy fist connects with the barbarian's jaw!
Fenris take 13 damage

OOC
groups turn

Fenris (19) 45/03
*FLANKING
-protection from evil
-rage
------------------------------------------
Creature (16) 84/??
------------------------------------------
Cumarinda (11)
*FLANKING
Ballest (11)
*FLANKING
Brankx (03)
*FLANKING

Ballast
Fighter, 66 posts
HP 38/38, AC: 22
F: +4, R: +2, W: +2
Sun 22 Sep 2019
at 02:50
  • msg #292

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast hammers at the mummy again with his sword, wanting to bring down the horror before it managed to pummel Fenris into the ground!


OOC: 21:49, Today: Ballast rolled 27 using 1d20+11.  Attack with short sword.
21:50, Today: Ballast rolled 13 using 1d20+6.  Short sword damage.

Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 118 posts
Sun 22 Sep 2019
at 03:15
  • msg #293

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

With Fenris, Ballast and Cumarinda all engaged with it in close quarters, the dwarf steps back, cursing his lack of magic at hand. In the past, he relied in his spells a lot, and it never failed him, but he never had faced anything as formidable as a mummy. He looked at the staff gathered from the Water demon, wondering if it had any qualities aligned with undead....an area the dwarf had little experience and interest in. He could do nothing

...or could he.

the dwarf closed his eyes, steeling his mind and slowly made his way around the mummy, preparing to attack.

<OOC: Brankx Onyxshield rolled 15 using 1d20+5.  Attack - Mummy.>
This message was last edited by the player at 05:20, Sun 22 Sept 2019.
Dungeon Master
GM, 196 posts
Sun 22 Sep 2019
at 12:20
  • msg #294

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The warforged's blue blade combined with the strange white longsword of the cleric hit the mummy. It crumbles and collapsed to the ground. Fenris takes his elven blade and watches the creature fall. He stands there looking dazed and out of it.

OOC
Mummy has been defeated! Good job!

So:
Anyone checking the area/tomb of the mummy?

The sahuagins have no real loot.

The sahuagin mage has a quarterstaff (Brankx has it)

This message was last edited by the GM at 00:12, Mon 23 Sept 2019.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 119 posts
Mon 23 Sep 2019
at 01:04
  • msg #295

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx, Sighing, looked at the others with some concern. "A mummy! Moradin's beard.....that was somethin' to see." His tone was a mixture of concern and exhilaration.

He placed his staff and the staff of the sahuagin mage on the ground as he searched the area including the tomb. "Before we leave, I have ter rest and memorise me spells...I don't want another suprise without me magic."

he rummaged around but clearly wasn't adept at searching. "What ye waiting fer...an invitation. Look around!"

<OOC: Brankx Onyxshield rolled 10 using 1d20+4 >
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 95 posts
HP 35/35, AC:18
F: +5, R: +2, W: +6
Mon 23 Sep 2019
at 06:48
  • msg #296

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The young cleric stared at the magic sword with an expression of both awe and confusion for long moments after the white glow had faded from the blade.

Quietly she lay her shield aside, gripped the haft of the sword with both hands, closed her eyes, bowed her head and knelt in supplication, her lips making silent prayers.

She quickly jumped to her feet, regaining her shield almost instantly, as the sigh of the dwarf mage broke the post battle silence. Her expression slowly relaxed as she listened to his words, nodding in agreement throughout.

As Brankx began to search their surroundings, Cumarinda spoke, her voice sounding bright and cheery again. “Now don't forget that our success in this journey belongs nearly as much to the Sun Father as it does to us. If you cannot spare a prayer to Pelor, a tithe given to his representative in his name will do as well. Also, I promise to make us a fine meal after we return.”

She paused briefly before adding, “After we have searched this place, I too need to need time for rest, prayer and food. I suggest that we determine who will stand watch over the rest of us while we sleep.”

For any who were looking her way, they would see that her radiant smile had also returned.


23:44, Today: Cumarinda rolled 15 using 1d20+3.  search check.
Dungeon Master
GM, 200 posts
Tue 24 Sep 2019
at 22:36
  • msg #297

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The cleric notices a set of gloves, a cloak, and two rings in the coffin of the mummy.

Shaking his head, the barbarian grunts. His hand rests on his sword and the other on the cleric's shoulder.
Ballast
Fighter, 68 posts
HP 38/38, AC: 22
F: +4, R: +2, W: +2
Thu 26 Sep 2019
at 01:55
  • msg #298

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast takes a moment to polish the mummy dust from his sword, and speaks up as Cumarinda stares her own sword.  "My sword was glowing as well.  I thought you'd like to know.  I can guard the entrance while everyone rests and sleeps, if this a place we wish to rest.  Fenris, you fought very well and took you wounds with bravery," he says, nodding at Fenris.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 121 posts
Fri 27 Sep 2019
at 09:29
  • msg #299

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

With the finding of the rings and gloves, the dwarf indicates to bring them close. "I don't have th' ability to see if they be magical until i rest, but when i do i will see."

The dwarf keeps the items close to the newly found staff, and rummaging through his pack, takes out a waterskin and his spellbook. He then sits and begins his rest and preparation
Fenris
Barbarian, 25 posts
HP 60/03, AC: 15/17 Rage
F: +7, R: +3 (+5), W: +1
Fri 27 Sep 2019
at 15:03
  • msg #300

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"I die. Come back." The barbarian speaks in a rough tone, covered in blood and gore. He doesn't wipe it off, seeming like he relishes it. Fenris grins at the warforged, putting his sword to his back and looks down into the coffin."More stuff." Yes Fenris-more stuff. He looks at the cleric and grunts. He walks over to her and gets rather close, watching the woman. Odd man.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 98 posts
HP 47/47, AC:18
F: +6, R: +2, W: +8
Sat 28 Sep 2019
at 21:27
  • msg #301

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

After handing over the magical looking items from the mummy's tomb, Cumarinda turns her full attention to the elf barbarian.

"Oh no Fenris. You don't get to die yet. The great God Pelor and I still need you."
she says with a confident smile. Suddenly, a dawning realization crosses her face and with a blush and a sputter, she quickly adds, "Um...Yes..we need you to help us help others!"

By the Shining Sun Father! she thought, Sometimes I talk far too much!

Silently she examines his wounded form, an expression of concern and frustration on her face. Taking a large cloth from her backpack, the young cleric clears away the blood and gore that covered the barbarian's wounds.

In a subdued voice Cumarinda tells Fenris, "I will call upon my waning blessings to bring you back to greater health my friend."


OOC: casting her last two spells for the day
14:25, Today: Cumarinda Imbrex rolled 16 using 2d8+9.  Cure Moderate Wounds.
14:24, Today: Cumarinda Imbrex rolled 18 using 2d8+9.  Cure Moderate Wounds.

Dungeon Master
GM, 203 posts
Sat 28 Sep 2019
at 21:30
  • msg #302

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The only reaction she gets is a attempted kiss. He looks down at his wounds and grins as they are healed up. Grunting, the barbaran grabs all of the gear and motions for them to follow him into the small shrine room where he sits down.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 122 posts
Sun 29 Sep 2019
at 02:59
  • msg #303

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The dwarf, readying his things, looik at Fenris and Cumarinda and shakes his head with a smirk.

"Make sure ye stay close to all o' us, and not just each other!" he calls out with the same smirk
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 100 posts
HP 47/47, AC:18
F: +6, R: +2, W: +8
Mon 30 Sep 2019
at 08:28
  • msg #305

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx Onyxshield:
The dwarf, readying his things, look at Fenris and Cumarinda and shakes his head with a smirk.

"Make sure ye stay close to all o' us, and not just each other!" he calls out with the same smirk


Not quite caught off guard, Cumarinda turns her head just enough so that she catches Fenris' kiss on her cheek. With a blush and a slightly embarrassed look on her face, she chided the elf barbarian gently, "Fenris, please try to behave yourself. If public and in the depths of a tomb is not the place for such actions."

Just as she was about to continue she heard Brankx's comment and flushed once more before rapidly turning to face the dwarf, her hands on her hips. "I have every intention of remaining as close to all of you as is needed. I find Fenris' way of showing his gratitude endearing and honest, if somewhat more direct than I'm used to." she replied.

"Let's go to the shrine, we can rest there."
she finished, moving with the others.
This message was last edited by the player at 00:04, Tue 01 Oct 2019.
Dimble Cloak Nackle
Beguiler, 3 posts
Mon 30 Sep 2019
at 10:32
  • msg #306

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Outside the door leading to the safe shrine area  and once everyone went in comes the gnome (Its closed):

Walking up to the door Dimble looks at it, and thinks to himself, If they have already entered any surprises may be taken care of, still...

He does a brief scan of the door and doorway to see any traps. Once satisfied, Dimple will press an ear to the door to see if he can hear anything on the other side

Curiosity sated he attempts to slow open the door.

05:13, Today: Secret Roll: Dimble Cloak Nackle rolled 22 using 1d20+11.  Listen.

05:13, Today: Secret Roll: Dimble Cloak Nackle rolled 15 using 1d20+10.  Search.

Dungeon Master
GM, 206 posts
Mon 30 Sep 2019
at 15:01
  • msg #307

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"Live once." The barbarian grunts as he is 'turned away'. He stares at her and then stands by the doorway letting everyone get comfortable. He puts the gear that was found near one of the alters and goes back to stand near the door. He tilts his head and when the door is slowly pulled open, the burly elf stands in the doorway, with his sword out and swings downards stopping a few inches abouve the gnome's head! He growls.
Ballast
Fighter, 69 posts
HP 38/38, AC: 22
F: +4, R: +2, W: +2
Mon 30 Sep 2019
at 15:36
  • msg #308

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast starts at the appearance of a sudden gnome.  "Who are you and why are you roaming this tomb?" he demands, standing and raising his trident.  Tall and solid-seeming as a wall with heavy dark gray plating that has taken a beating, the warforged does not look like someone who will yield.
Dimble Cloak Nackle
Beguiler, 4 posts
Mon 30 Sep 2019
at 18:10
  • msg #309

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Dimble raises his hands slowly, "Whoa, everyone stay calm. Name's Dimble Nackle, Cloak to my friends. Heard a group was down here exploring and thought you could use a hand."
This message was last edited by the player at 18:20, Mon 30 Sept 2019.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 124 posts
Mon 30 Sep 2019
at 22:49
  • msg #310

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The dwarf, getting ready to rest and study in the shrine area, looks at the gnome and the group. "Fenris...try not to chop th' gnomes head before he speaks." With Fenris holding his sword and balayst intimidating as ever, the dwarf sighed. Time to be th voice o reason. He thought to himself.

"Damnit Ye two....let him though. He's on his own....he'd be a fool to take on th four of us on his own." He looked around. "...plus an extra set o eyes would be good down here."

He looked at the gnome. "So....cloak is it. What can Ye do to help us, other than be target practice fer our over-eager warriors here"
Dimble Cloak Nackle
Beguiler, 5 posts
Tue 1 Oct 2019
at 00:14
  • msg #311

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Keeping his hands in the air, Dimble backs up a step. Though compared to some it is a tiny step, "Well a voice of reason, if it is an impromtu interview...I am very stealthy with keen observation skills. I have some skills at breaking and entering, as well as removing devices that may harm. In addition, I have some skills in the arcane arts, to help me me confuse and distract as well."
Fenris
Barbarian, 26 posts
HP 60/03, AC: 15/17 Rage
F: +7, R: +3 (+5), W: +1
Tue 1 Oct 2019
at 00:17
  • msg #312

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The barbarian growls as the gnome talks. His eyes narrow and he backs up letting him into the room if that is what he wants. He leans against the wall, watching this odd gnome.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 125 posts
Tue 1 Oct 2019
at 01:13
  • msg #313

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The dwarf nods to the gnome. "Skills in observation are always welcome in a place like this. Even Ye more unsavoury skills may yet save us here. Be Ye warned though....we have faced water demons and even undead so far, this journey will not be easy."

He looks at the others with a nod. "Ye can prove Ye worth and keep those eyes open. I need rest to memorise spells." He settles down and organises his books. "The two charmers who greeted you are Fenris and Balayst...balayst is the metal man, Fenris is the talkative one. Th pretty girl is Cumarinda, our healer. I'm Brankx."

He settles to rest. The "Now if Ye don't mind I have ter rest so th next time a damn mummy sneaks up on us I can use some magic against it"
Ballast
Fighter, 71 posts
HP 38/38, AC: 22
F: +4, R: +2, W: +2
Tue 1 Oct 2019
at 01:39
  • msg #314

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast watches Brankx question the gnome, but was still not convinced of his answers.  "Who told you we were down here, Cloak?  And why risk yourself here?"

They had traveled with Fin for a while, and working here in the crypts to determine the source of the noises and trouble was only the smallest part they were paying for their security in the village after their ship had gone down.  If Cloak was a native, why hadn't he joined with Cumarinda before this?  If he was a stranger, why throw his lot in with a bunch of shipwrecked strangers?  His coming into the tomb without them noticing spoke well of his stealth, and one supposed a true, selfish thief would not announce his abilities so blatantly, but he was still a sudden oddity.
Dimble Cloak Nackle
Beguiler, 6 posts
Tue 1 Oct 2019
at 06:21
  • msg #315

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Dimble sighs as he sets his pack down. He had known this would not be easy but still honesty was always best with potential allies. "It is known in the village you are down here. I myself am not native here, my mother is a longtime friend of the local apothecary and I have been apprenticed here for a while. When I heard a group was actually going to come down here, my curiosity piqued so as quickly as I could I gathered my supplies, and followed to offer my help."

As he talks, the gnome takes a sliw walk around the room, letting his eyes look over everything.
This message was last edited by the player at 06:22, Tue 01 Oct 2019.
Ballast
Fighter, 72 posts
HP 38/38, AC: 22
F: +4, R: +2, W: +2
Tue 1 Oct 2019
at 07:01
  • msg #316

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"It is good to have another native.  But why risk yourself down here with the dangers of the sea devils and other monsters?  We are doing this because our ship wrecked and we need to pay for our passage and upkeep.  Are you in need of gold?  Or is this for... fun?" Ballast persists.
Dungeon Master
GM, 207 posts
Tue 1 Oct 2019
at 22:21
  • msg #317

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The red and blue statues colors seem to merge into a purple one and then extiguish, leaving the statues a dull grey. The barbarian tilts his head and glances at the dwarf."Do what?" The wizard watches for a moment....

OOC
Everyone is fully healed and all spells have been restored.

Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 127 posts
Tue 1 Oct 2019
at 22:42
  • msg #318

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx, blinking in the light, couldn't believe the restorative powers of the room....The brief rest and he felt like he'd slept for days. Quickly reading his spellbook, he realised that some spells that were inscribed by his master also made sense now, and utilised the opertunity to memorise one.

Once that was done, his focus went to the items, taking out the belt for safe keeping he placed it with the rest of the stuff and analysed each. He sighed and started talking.

"This belt is unusual....it seems to effect ones gender and changes it. The boots aide in climbing....an elvish trick I believe. The goggles enhance Ye senses. The gloves I'd recommend fer someone nimble....they will enhance skills. One ring enhances someone's judgement skills, one their charismatic outlook, and th cloak aids in overall hardiness."

He looks at the group.

"Th staff is quite a piece of work....suited fer necromancy spells. Dark stuff. As powerful as such a staff is, I'll not use that as it dampens all spells not if necromancy."

<OOC: the items are as followed

Belt of Gender Bending
Boots of Climbing +5
Goggles of Alertness
*+2 to Spot and Listen
Gloves of Dexterity +2
Ring of Wisdom +1
*Gives +1 to Will Saves
Ring of Charisma +1
Cloak of Resistance +1
+1 quarterstaff of necromancy. +1 to necromancy spells, -1 all other spells>

This message was last edited by the player at 22:46, Tue 01 Oct 2019.
Dimble Cloak Nackle
Beguiler, 8 posts
Wed 2 Oct 2019
at 05:19
  • msg #319

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast:
"It is good to have another native.  But why risk yourself down here with the dangers of the sea devils and other monsters?  We are doing this because our ship wrecked and we need to pay for our passage and upkeep.  Are you in need of gold?  Or is this for... fun?" Ballast persists.


Dimble smiles a bit at the line of questioning, "A bit of both I would say. Apprenticed to an apothecary I do not earn much, but also a family member took up the adventuring life for a while. I know it be a dangerous life, but hearing their stories of friendships forged and obstacles overcome, well I wouldn't mind that as well...so in a crazy way maybe some fun as well."

As the light fades he blinks his eyes, talking a bit excitedly, "See that is what i am looking for, something beyond the mundane"
This message was last edited by the player at 05:24, Wed 02 Oct 2019.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 101 posts
HP 47/47, AC:18
F: +6, R: +2, W: +8
Wed 2 Oct 2019
at 09:49
  • msg #320

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

With her arms crossed the woman introduced as Cumarinda silently watched and listened as the gnome came into to join the rest of the party.

She is a young human female wearing the robes of a priest of Pelor over a chain mail shirt. She is of medium height, with wavy hair with the texture of silk and the color of fire, wide brown eyes, and sun-kissed skin. Around her neck, she wears a wooden holy symbol of a smiling Pelor secured by a simple cord.

She silently eyed the newcomer, only pausing to look away when she felt the full restorative power of the room and hearing Brankx's descriptions of the magic items they had discovered.

As Dimble settles back adjacent to his belongings, Cumarinda uncrossed her arms and approached him. With a heartwarming smile and a bright, cheery voice she spoke, "I apologize for not introducing myself before. I am Cumarinda Imbrex, a skilled cook, and devoted servant of the Great Sun God Pelor."

While extending her open hand, she continued, "Well, I think we may have discovered and destroyed all the evil that was to be found here. I prey to the Shining One that it be so. If not then worry not, I can bring to bear all the skills I have been taught along with the healing power of the Sun Father."
Fenris
Barbarian, 27 posts
HP 60/03, AC: 15/17 Rage
F: +7, R: +3 (+5), W: +1
Wed 2 Oct 2019
at 14:40
  • msg #321

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The elf definatly doesn't seem to like the gnome. He snorts at him, moving to 'protect' the cleric from danger. Fenris looks at all the new gear but doesn't reach for anything. He looks at the belt and then the gnome."Test it."
Dimble Cloak Nackle
Beguiler, 9 posts
Wed 2 Oct 2019
at 18:16
  • msg #322

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Having returned to checking his gear, pulled out a little owl out of its resting place in his pack and perched it on his shoulder. He had not batted an eye at the mention of the found treasures, he was not here when they were found so could not stake a claim.

As the young lady approaches him and speaks Dimble turns around to greet her. He is surprised by the sudden actions of the elf. "I would shake your hand but it appears your friend still does not like me. I get the lack of trust he has as well," he locks eyes with the barbarian, "but to ask someone you do not trust to put on an item obviously we do not know the full repercussions of just to prove themselves is a most uncouth and cowardly thing."
Fenris
Barbarian, 28 posts
HP 60/03, AC: 15/17 Rage
F: +7, R: +3 (+5), W: +1
Wed 2 Oct 2019
at 18:33
  • msg #323

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The barbarian growls, holding the belt with one hand and his sword with the other still pointed downwards. It looks like he won't take no for a answer.
Dimble Cloak Nackle
Beguiler, 10 posts
Wed 2 Oct 2019
at 18:57
  • msg #324

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Looking back at the young woman, "Not much reasoning with him is there?" He slowly looks between her, the elf and the belt as if weighing his options, "I mean if he wants to see what I'd look like as a female, a simple illusion would do that."
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 129 posts
Wed 2 Oct 2019
at 23:46
  • msg #325

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The wizard gets up and looks at Fenris. "Fenris....leave him be. With Fin doin a runner on us, we need someone with keen eyes and skills."

He walks over to the elf and takes the belt from his hand, narrowing his eyes. "What Ye thinkin! Magic isn't something Ye play with. " He puts the belt in his pack, as well as strap the quarterstaff to it, and picks up the cloak.

"Let's keep movin. Cloak, you can come, but until Ye prove Ye worth, people will not trust Ye. Down here its deeds, not words. Keep Ye eyes sharp and have our backs and Ye will be fine." He looks at balayst and Fenris. "..and you two remember this when the gnome saves us from a trap, ambush or somethin'. He may be new, but down here with things like mummies and water demons, WE need all the help we can."

The dwarf shoulders his pack, mumbling. "Damn me....the Cleric is th only sane one!"
This message was last edited by the player at 00:05, Thu 03 Oct 2019.
Fenris
Barbarian, 29 posts
HP 60/03, AC: 15/17 Rage
F: +7, R: +3 (+5), W: +1
Thu 3 Oct 2019
at 00:11
  • msg #326

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"I save group. Not gnome." Fenris stares at the wizard as the belt is pulled away. He growls at him and then stares at the gnome, grunting at times. He glances at the wisdom ring and the boots. He then looks at the cleric, seeming aggrivated.

OOC
There's nothing left in the tombs btw.

Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 131 posts
HP 14/14 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +4
Thu 3 Oct 2019
at 01:47
  • msg #327

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The dwarf glares back at Fenris, and snorts. "Don't get Ye armor in a knot Fenris....none of us doubt Ye skill or worth. Ye just get hot headed at times."

He packs up the gear and looks at the group. "If that's all th places, let's get out of here and see that mayor. He'll want to know about th demons and th undead" He looks at the gnome. "Earn Ye way and do right by us and Ye will become on o us. Until then, Ye have to accept Fenris's mistrust....and hear me, if Ye betray us, Fenris will be the least of yer worries."

He looks at the others. "Try play nice." He looks then at Cumarinda. "May pelor help us both!"
Fenris
Barbarian, 30 posts
HP 60/60, AC: 15/17 Rage
F: +7, R: +3 (+5), W: +1
Thu 3 Oct 2019
at 02:00
  • msg #328

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The barbarian slams his hand against the wall, the blood starting to ooze down it. He stares at the dwarf, eyes narrowed and then back at the gnome. Sheathing his sword, he grunts and lowers his eyes after he looks at the cleric. His eyes go to meet hers and he paints his face with his blood. Freaky. He crosses his arms, seeming to calm down slightly and stands near the cleric waiting for her.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 102 posts
HP 47/47, AC:18
F: +6, R: +2, W: +8
Thu 3 Oct 2019
at 09:15
  • msg #329

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Shaking her head and looking over the group she briefly frowns, then takes on a more authoritative look as she addresses them, “By the Sun Father's beard, let us all work together to leave this tomb and step forth back into Pelor's shining light!”

First she turns to Fenris, speaking patiently and smiling while tenderly bandaging his bloody hand, “I am grateful for your strength and willingness to defend us from harm. We also appreciate that you keep from harming this strange gnome who none of us knew from before. Please continue to have patience with him while we all make our way out. Play nice and you will be rewarded afterwards my Fenris.” She ends her words to him with a gentle hug before turning away.

Turning to Brankx she says calmly, “You speak truth and reason, two languages that aren't always heard no matter what tongue they are spoken in. Thank you for your insight and your gift with magic.
As we agreed before we should use these items wisely until we leave and then offer them back to the woman whose family owns this crypt. I trust you to care for the items that we don't take for our individual use. Thank you, Brankx.”


Turning her attention to Ballast, “Thank you for staying with us, I hope we can count on your strength and sturdiness in our future quests. I believe that you are here for a good reason and I would like you to continue to stand with us.”

Lastly she returns her attention to Dimble, “Before you came, there was one with us who had similar skills to you who we trusted, fought and bled alongside. With no warning he seemed to vanish, leaving us concerned that perhaps something foul befell him. Then our searching revealed his note to us explaining that he had simply abandoned us.” The young cleric looked at him with a sorrowful gaze, “There were so many evil creatures both living and undead found in this tomb I think you can imagine why someone might find trusting a stranger, even one with a good explanation, a little difficult.” With a reassuring look and a slight smile, she added, “What my dwarven friend says is good advice, patience and a willingness to do what is right will help earn our full trust.”
Dungeon Master
GM, 213 posts
Thu 3 Oct 2019
at 12:03
  • msg #330

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The barbarian tilts his head like a puppy dog. Seriously you tell someone that does bad things to be nice and expect it to go well! Ha! He follows the group to the entrance and they look around for the woman who sees them. The area is slighly cold but not unbearable and its cloudy. She approaches them, giving the barbarian a odd look as there's blood on his face."So what was causing it all?" She looks as if she was crying, the whole situation must have made her nuts.
This message was last edited by the GM at 12:03, Thu 03 Oct 2019.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 133 posts
HP 14/14 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +4
Thu 3 Oct 2019
at 12:41
  • msg #331

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx leaves the tomb, breathing a deep breath of fresh air. Even though dwarves favored underground, that kind was not what he had in mind. When the woman approached, he looked at her. "Easy lass....we found somethin that caused her stories."

He looked at the rest of the group, then the woman again. "We found several water demons, Sahugain Ye call them, searching th place. They were up ter no good, creating undead. Maybe their purpose was to use em on th town, or fer some other reason, but either way, th demons and undead are no more."

He put his hands in his hips. "We also found some items of power down there...without them we would have been sorely pressed. But as it is yer family tomb, Ye have first right to them."

<OOC: as far as I can remember this is the items found

Shortsword +1
Pendent of Natural Armor +1
Dagger +1
2 Rings
*Ring of Protection +1
*Ring of Jumping +5
Heavy Shield +1
Longsword +1 of Pelor
Belt of Gender Bending
Boots of Climbing +5
Goggles of Alertness*+2 to Spot and Listen
Gloves of Dexterity +2
Ring of Wisdom +1 *Gives +1 to Will Saves
Ring of Charisma +2
Cloak of Resistance +1 x2

This message was last edited by the GM at 13:27, Thu 03 Oct 2019.
Dungeon Master
GM, 215 posts
Thu 3 Oct 2019
at 23:25
  • msg #332

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The woman who looks like she's about to break down nods her head. She looks at the items, tears on her face and shakes her head."Keep them. If you can use them to defend Korthos so be it. As long as my family's remains are intact I am fine with it. Was anything changed or anything worse then what it was? I can have the bodies removed if any. As much as I would like to take the items and put them back within the crypt...." She lowers her eyes."The mayor has other things you can do. And as I can tell you meet Cloak?"

The barbarian watches the woman, with blood on his face. He grunts, crossing his arms."Keep them?" He looks puzzled. Family heirlooms should be kept in the family."Heirlooms. Feel bad." Really?
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 134 posts
HP 14/14 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +4
Fri 4 Oct 2019
at 00:32
  • msg #333

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx listens to the woman, and when Fenris added his bit, the dwarf nodded. "What he says is true. Any items that are dear to yer kin, Ye should keep them. Any that aren't we will use ter keep Ye town safe. Some o the dead were raised by th demons...they may be yer kin or not. Other than that, the rest remain undisturbed."

He looked at the group, then back. "Help will be needed to remove th demons."

He sighs then looks at the woman. "Is there anyone here that deals with magic...an arcanist or merchant?"
This message was last edited by the player at 00:53, Fri 04 Oct 2019.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 104 posts
HP 47/47, AC:18
F: +6, R: +2, W: +8
Fri 4 Oct 2019
at 01:58
  • msg #334

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Cumarinda brushes herself off and with an affectionate smile warmly hugs the woman, holding her close and speaking sympathetically, "We understand the bonds of love and family attached to these honored heirlooms. As our brave and smart dwarf friend has said we brought them to you because they belong to your family. We also know that neither you nor your ancestors would want them to become tools used by evil."

While releasing her, Cumarinda looks into her eyes continuing to speak. "We thank you and your family for the gift of those items that can help us keep you and the village safe. I'm sure your ancestors would approve. We have laid to rest all those who raised by evil. The majority continued to lay in their final resting place."
The young red headed cleric gently grasped the woman by the shoulder and added, "I believe that we have cast out all the active evil that was disturbing your families crypt, I will cast blessings upon it in Pelor's name tomorrow morning. I know you will call upon us if you are troubled again."
This message was last edited by the player at 04:08, Fri 04 Oct 2019.
Dimble Cloak Nackle
Beguiler, 11 posts
Fri 4 Oct 2019
at 16:35
  • msg #335

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Dimble stayed more to himself while the others were talking with the woman, only speaking up at the mention of his name. "Truth be, by the time i found them, they had already taken care of the issues within. However, I am willing to help with whatever jobs the mayor has for these people."
Ballast
Fighter, 75 posts
HP 49/49, AC: 22
F: +6, R: +3, W: +3
Sat 5 Oct 2019
at 00:46
  • msg #336

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"Cloak, if you are willing, and prove yourself, then all is well.  Having someone disappear and new person come upon us abruptly was startling, as our healer said," Ballast says.  "What may come next will require much courage."

In regards to the woman who hired them, and asked after the state of the tomb, "I can remove the sea devils and put back what I can to rights this evening."  Ballast had no sense of smell, and previous sailors had indicated that handling the dead was not a well-regarded task.  He hoped that by just putting the approximate parts back in the approximate containers would be enough if they had missed any.  "We thank you for the use of your kin's items."

Once the woman has gone, Ballast has a question for the group.  "I have interest in finding out where the dragon that attacked our ship lairs.  It would take little for a creature like that to cause much harm to this place."
Dungeon Master
GM, 217 posts
Sat 5 Oct 2019
at 02:25
  • msg #337

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Seeming rather confused with everyone talking all at once, the barbarian steps back and he looks at everyone. Fenris keeps backing up a good distance.

The woman looks at everyone and she finally talks once everyone is completed."We have a apothecary and little in the way of magic unfortunatly. A few potions here and there scattered around the village. I am sorry." She looks at the wizard once more."I got nothing left to give, yet it seems you want more from me? I allowed you to keep the treasure, my family heirloms and now...." She looks rather confused on this.

The mayor arrives and puts his hand on her shoulder."Greedy?" He watches the dwarf."But a dwarf nonethless. Its to be expected. They did what was asked, and it was a mighty thing." The woman nods."I know. It is appreciated."

Taking a deep breath, the mayor speaks."The man that was hurt is in a coma. My brother. We do not know who harmed him but I feel it was the Sahugain. We had a crystal that protected Korthos from danger but it was damaged and is not whole anymore. I know where the locations could be. Theres two I know of. There is also a mage and I believe he is in the ruins hiding out. A good man but perhaps he lost faith." He watches the group."I know I have asked for many things but will you keep helping us out? I believe by combing the crystals it will be enough."
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 135 posts
HP 14/14 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +4
Sat 5 Oct 2019
at 05:32
  • msg #338

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The dwarf narrowed his eyes, clearly not impressed at the insult despite the woman's misunderstanding. "I ask nothin of Ye.....in fact we offered to return all we found if it was Ye kins, so I don't appreciate being called greedy. My request fer magic or a merchant was fer my personal use...if we are to stay here and help Ye, we need to restock and prepare."

He looks at the mayor, a glare and a point. "We had a deal, and I honour that. We offered to return Ye kins gear if it was close to her heart, and then Ye accuse me of greed. I don't appreciate that after helping Ye. He stands with hands on his hips. "If Ye want my help, Ye have to understand somethin. What we faced was strong, and I ran out of magic down there. When that happens, I felt..." He closed his eyes, clearly pained, but looked at the mayor again, a steel edge in his eyes. "When I am part o a team, I do EVERYTHING I CAN to protect me kin, and when in a group like this, they are kin....even grumpy elves with attitude."

He looked at Fenris with a smile, then back at the mayor. "I need to prepare to keep us alive, and need stuff fer that. If we all agree to help Ye, then we are all in. But know this....Ye assume something of me again, or Insult me kin again, and Ye will have no more help from me."

He snorted, but continued. "I can not speak fer others, but I have spoke my mind and wait fer the others to speak"
Dungeon Master
GM, 218 posts
Sat 5 Oct 2019
at 09:47
  • msg #339

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The woman turns and walks away, tears in her eyes. She doesn't respond to the dwarf.

The barbarian grunts. He watches the dwarf and turns to the mayor and crosses his arms. Hard to tell if he wants to do this 'mission'.
Ballast
Fighter, 76 posts
HP 49/49, AC: 22
F: +6, R: +3, W: +3
Sun 6 Oct 2019
at 07:10
  • msg #340

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast is troubled by the woman's sudden accusation.  "You... you asked for nothing, only information," he says to Brankx, his voice colored with confusion.  "Why accuse you of such things?  We only wished to pay back our debt for aiding us after the shipwreck."  He turns his attention to the mayor.  "Such accusations are unfounded.  The woman is troubled by the disruptment of her family's tomb, but there was no need for such verbal attacks."

He nods at Brankx and the others.  "We do wish to help, but not if our help will be met with suspicion.  To my kind, suspicion often ends with dismemberment.  If the woman does not wish for us to use her family's items any longer, we will return them.  We never assumed we would keep them.  We are not greedy.  We are simply surviving on our own talents and merits."

He turns to face the Mayor fully.  "Possibly we may be able to help you with this missing crystal and hermit, but we will discuss it privately and give you our decision later.  Now is a bad time to make decisions."
Dungeon Master
GM, 223 posts
Sun 6 Oct 2019
at 15:41
  • msg #341

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"I apologies for her remarks. She is in morning still and has much to do to make sure the tombs are properly being tended to. I also wish to say we have little knowledge of dwarves, besides most I have meet were greedy. Again I apologize." The mayor attempts to be more civil once she left."You must understand the gravity of her situation and the fact the dwarf asked for more information and if we had anything. I believe she already stated you can keep the items as you have a Pelorian amongst you." He nod."I am truly thankful for the work you did." He turns towards the dwarf and offers his hand to him.
Dimble Cloak Nackle
Beguiler, 12 posts
Sun 6 Oct 2019
at 21:13
  • msg #342

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Dimble had sttod quietly watching the exchanges not really knowing what to say as he had just joined these people. Finally he turns and asks Brankx flat out, "Are you speaking of restocking the components you need for certain spells? If so a good many ingredients used in apothecary works, and I am certain master Gaelen would be willing to help iyou in some way. Used to travel with my mother he did."

After a few moments pause he turns towards the mayor, speaking while the mqyor was extending his hand to the dwarf, "It is not being greedy if they actually intend to use the items to help the town. I do not know your original agreement with them, but keeping it in place, do we not see occasional ships dock that every now and then are carrying magic items for trade in other ports. Mayhaps when they do, you can make a few inquiries and see if they would be willing to conduct some trades with these brave adventurers, the better equipped they are after all the better they can help this town."
Dungeon Master
GM, 224 posts
Sun 6 Oct 2019
at 22:07
  • msg #343

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Sighing, the mayor turns towards the gnome."You can be resupplied at the apothecary for free and let them know I deed it neccasary. I believe she felt after all the gear given, he asked for more but I know what he meant. Can we continue forwards and not step back? I know you are intent on helping them. And I have not seen a ship in months. We do have a ship but since the dragon attacked it has refused to leave out of fear of being sunk and its passengers killed. If there are any other aspects of magic within this town, I know little of it. Its a peaceful place until recently." He lowers his hand but hoped it was to be taken."I will be in the tavern if you wish and accept it. If not I bid you the best. I truly hope you will accept this." That said the mayor turned to leave heading towards the inn.
Ballast
Fighter, 78 posts
HP 49/49, AC: 22
F: +6, R: +3, W: +3
Sun 6 Oct 2019
at 23:45
  • msg #344

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

After the mayor has left and is well out of earshot, Ballast turns to the group.  "That was unpleasant.  But we do not need to let that dissuade us.  The woman is only a small part of a whole town under threat by many sides: the loss of their protective crystal, the threat from within their own crypt, and the threat of the dragon that cuts them off from the outside.  Destroying the undead was a good thing in and of itself.  Restoring the town's protections and possibly gaining it a magical practitioner is a good thing.  And stopping the threat of the dragon, if we can, may be the only swift way we may eventually return from where we came.  I am willing to find this crystal and this hermit, and I would accept the mayor's offer," Ballast says.  "What do the rest of you think?"
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 140 posts
HP 14/14 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +4
Mon 7 Oct 2019
at 00:57
  • msg #345

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx listen she to the mayor with a stoic look on his face, and when he offered his hand, the dwarf shook it. "I understand th woman's loss, and though the words cut, I may have worded it better....fer that I apologise. As fer you, I hold no I'll will....we offered her family gear back sincerely. Dwarf's craft magical weapons and armor, and are often passed through clans, so I know the closeness of family artifacts. When she settles, try to explain my motives to her please...I meant to insults. If she wishes any gear she can have it. As fer the restock of gear, we will not claim it free....at the very least we will accept a slight discount. Ye people have to survive too."

He nods and watches the mayor go, then listens to balayst. "Ye speak wisely me friend. Fer now, this place is home....we don't know how long we'll be here so we do what we must to keep the town safe. I am all fer helping the mayor...find te crystal and th hermit. But first we rest and restock...and I want to sell this staff the saugian had."

He looked at dimble and Cumarinda. "This is Ye home...we will are your lead on where to restock. Cumarinda....take Fenris and balayst and restock out rations....a few days should be enough. Dimble, Ye come with me....I want to see the merchants and apothecary. I want to sell this staff. Any gear Ye don't need, sell. And don't accept goods fer free...these people need to live too."

He looked around. "When we are done, we meet th mayor and start our search"
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 107 posts
HP 47/47, AC:18
F: +6, R: +2, W: +8
Tue 8 Oct 2019
at 00:49
  • msg #346

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Returning from a private moment of prayer nearby, Cumarinda briefly looked toward the ways which the woman and the mayor had taken before speaking.

“In Pelor's name please forgive the people here their ignorance. At heart they are simple folk suddenly thrust into an ever growing list of troubles that they can hardly understand, much less even consider overcoming. I originally came here to revive the worship of Pelor, giving these good people a chance to rediscover their original faith. What I found was a people not only needing spiritual guidance, but also deeply in need of worldly help as well. So I've been doing what I can to remind them of the hope and health our Sun Father's light brings them every morning.”

After a short pause she continues to speak, “This disrespect is not acceptable and I will speak to the mayor myself if you wish Brankx. Since you have claimed us as part of your clan, for which I am honored, I will remind those who need reminding that goodness from all peoples grows in the light of the Shining One. As for these items we will keep them, to use them wisely.”

Turning her attention back to the whole party she smiles warmly saying, "We have bound ourselves together to do good. Pelor has and will bless us as we continue to strive against evil and bring happiness to those who might be weaker than us but are no less deserving. We have things to do, things to fix and wrongs to make right. We should take time now to enjoy the open air, bask in the warmth of the sun, eat and drink, then meet with the mayor again later."

With a momentary frown she sighs to Brankx, “May I suggest that such a staff might better be kept from evil with its destruction. I and others in closer service to Pelor are not fond of such a thing of darkness remaining in the world. However, I will trust you to deal with it as you see fit.”

She smiles to Fenris while walking over to him, “You and I shall see about what food and donations we can gather. Also, I want to share with you private lessons about what I can do with my lips other than eat, talk and pray. That is, if you're still interested.” she finished with a wink and a smile.
Fenris
Barbarian, 32 posts
HP 60/60, AC: 15/17 Rage
F: +7, R: +3 (+5), W: +1
Tue 8 Oct 2019
at 00:56
  • msg #347

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The barbarian growls as the mayor and woman leave. He shakes his head and finally speaks."Leave them be. They know nothing of you dwarf and you of them. Fuel to the fire will not end well." He then looks at the cleric."They worship Pelor not you. Their faith is with the diety not you. It will not do any good." He backs away and watches the group."Leave it be. They need us, and we need them." Wow. He actually spoke? He walks back to Brankx, putting a hand on his shoulder. And give it a rough shove. He nods his head and looks at the cleric, tilting his head.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 142 posts
HP 14/14 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +4
Tue 8 Oct 2019
at 02:49
  • msg #348

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The dwarf looked at the cleric and barbarian with a nod and smile. He looked at the cleric. " Ye be right....we can't dwell on th past. No Cumarinda....there is no need get talking to them. Th mayor holds no I'll...he be stuck in th middle....it's the woman who had th harsh words, and most is grief and confusion. Time and deed will show them who I am...who we are.

He looks at Cumarinda. "Get some rations and meet back at th inn. we will speak to th mayor when we regroup"

He looked at cloak. "Ok rogue....show me th way"

<OOC: I want to go to the apothecary and the merchant (in that order). while we go I'll talk to cloak about the people in town....trackers, hunters, magic users, etc.>
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 108 posts
HP 47/47, AC:18
F: +6, R: +2, W: +8
Wed 9 Oct 2019
at 06:10
  • msg #349

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Cumarinda thinks, 'It's true, I am not Pelor. But I am the being closest to him that they will ever see.' She then immediately chided herself for her lack of humility. She then became slightly frustrated with Fenris' moment of seemingly selective awareness.

She shook her head and sighed before stepping up to the barbarian's face with a refreshed smile. Looking into his eyes she speaks softly, "Fenris, I am a servant of Pelor but I am also a woman who is not immune to your best traits. After we get food for the next journey and before we meet with the others and the mayor, maybe we can go and get to know each other better. Somewhere private where we can share a friendly touch, or two."   
Fenris
Barbarian, 33 posts
HP 60/60, AC: 15/17 Rage
F: +7, R: +3 (+5), W: +1
Wed 9 Oct 2019
at 11:40
  • msg #350

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"Best traits?" The barbarian tilts his head."I do not like talk. Talk when I see no other choice." He glances at the dwarf."You talk less." And he looks out at the woodlands.
Ballast
Fighter, 81 posts
HP 49/49, AC: 22
F: +6, R: +3, W: +3
Thu 10 Oct 2019
at 03:50
  • msg #351

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast stared at Fenris and Cumarinda for a moment, then turned his head away.  Organic courting rituals were sometimes so strange.  More than once a sailor had brought a... temporary companion down to his area of the ship for privacy from other sailors, telling the women to ignore him while they went about their strange business.

It seemed Fenris and Cumarinda had something of the ilk in mind, but at least he was unlikely to be an inadvertent party to anything beyond the preliminary stages.  And for certain they seemed to have more care for one another, at least.

With the group temporarily scattering, Ballast decides to make himself useful.  It's not in his nature to be idle, and they would have work again soon.  But with no need to sleep or eat, there is much he can get done.  He searching through the town for the blacksmith, and presents himself to person tending the forge.

"I am Ballast, and I am temporarily at loose ends.  I am a ship's carpenter and have much knowledge of blacksmithing as well.  Is there work I can do for you for coin?"
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 144 posts
HP 14/14 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +4
Thu 10 Oct 2019
at 23:47
  • msg #352

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx looks at Fenris and snorts. "If i talk less, then what in th nine hells will get done Fenris?" He shook hios head and looked at Cloak. "c'mon gnome...show me yer home and it's secrets."
Fenris
Barbarian, 34 posts
HP 60/60, AC: 15/17 Rage
F: +7, R: +3 (+5), W: +1
Thu 10 Oct 2019
at 23:55
  • msg #353

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The barbarian stares at him. The elf shakes his head, and turns to leave moving away from the dwarf and the gnome.
Dungeon Master
GM, 231 posts
Fri 11 Oct 2019
at 00:24
  • msg #354

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx/Cloak: Apothecary
Unfortunatly they were unable to find any merchents able to pay for the odd belt and staff. The apothecary seems like a viable area and they go inside the small building. Several herbs and odd knick-nacks line the wall. Standing at a small desk in the center is a well a old elf. He turns towards the dwarf and gnome and smiles."How are you doing Cloak and who is your friend?" He writes down something and crosses his arms over his chest."Don't really have much but take a look around. I got a small array of potions though. Good for a cold. Or something better."

Cumandria/Fenris: Outside (Center of the small village)
The barbarian moves ahead of the woman, seeming aggrivated. He looks around at the shops they are closed, walking by Ballest as he talks to the smith and stops in the center. There's no one around but the occasional passerbyes, most are human. They steer clear of the upset Fenris as he sits down near what looks like a old, abandoned building.

Ballast: Blacksmith's Area
The man comes out, seeming to be human. He wipes off his hands, covered in dirt and mud. The smith shrugs."Eh? Never heard of yah. Whatcha be?" He watches the warforged and goes over to the furnace, starting to heat it up as it was almost dead."Don't got much fer coin so can't help yah."
Ballast
Fighter, 82 posts
HP 49/49, AC: 22
F: +6, R: +3, W: +3
Fri 11 Oct 2019
at 07:36
  • msg #355

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Dungeon Master:
Ballast: Blacksmith's Area
The man comes out, seeming to be human. He wipes off his hands, covered in dirt and mud. The smith shrugs."Eh? Never heard of yah. Whatcha be?" He watches the warforged and goes over to the furnace, starting to heat it up as it was almost dead."Don't got much fer coin so can't help yah."


"I see," Ballast says, disappointed that this town, full of so much trouble, has no market for skill.  Or, at least no market for it.  No doubt the old man would accept Ballast's free help, but much toil had been done to free the warforged from their slavery.  He had learned to never volunteer uncompensated hours without cause.  A little help was good and just.  Being taken advantage of was another.  "I will help you warm your forge, then, and I will be on my way."

Ballast will, if the old blacksmith allows, work the bellows to help pump up the forge to a good heat, and then leave the old man to his labors.

So, no blacksmithing to be done.  Carpentry, perhaps?  Are there boats here which need fixing?  Or perhaps salvage?  If the water is shallow and the sun is strong, I could walk along the bottom of the bay and collect things, Ballast muses to himself.  He walks down in the direction of the docks, and then remembers what the mayor had said about the boats in the town being too scared to go out to sea because of the dragon.

"Salvage it is, then," Ballast says to himself.  He pauses at the edge of the harbor to find a good place to go in and out of the water, then will walk in to scour the sea floor for anything interesting or useful, up to and including a little opportunistic hunting of fish for his companions, if the opportunity presents itself.  If there is nothing to see after an hour or so, he will instead try to collect some dead branches or waste wood to whittle into little boats until it is time to meet he mayor at the inn.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 145 posts
HP 14/14 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +4
Mon 14 Oct 2019
at 00:33
  • msg #356

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The dwarf smiles at the elf. "Me name be Brankx master elf.....a traveler to Ye island and town. If Ye don't mind I will look around." As he walked, he chatted to the elf. "When we get some time free I may be able ter help Ye business as well....I am skilled in the scribing of magical scrolls. If Ye know of anyone in need of such I can make some fer Ye to sell onto Ye people." He picks up a flask, and examines it. "...completely up to Ye of course. Th' price I will ask of Ye is the cost of materials only...ink and parchment. Do Ye happen to have any potions that can heal a person good elf?"
This message was last edited by the player at 00:34, Mon 14 Oct 2019.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 110 posts
HP 47/47, AC:18
F: +6, R: +2, W: +8
Tue 15 Oct 2019
at 22:58
  • msg #357

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Dungeon Master:
Cumandria/Fenris: Outside (Center of the small village)
The barbarian moves ahead of the woman, seeming aggrieved. He looks around at the shops they are closed, walking by Ballest as he talks to the smith and stops in the center. There's no one around but the occasional passerbyes, most are human. They steer clear of the upset Fenris as he sits down near what looks like a old, abandoned building.


Cumarinda looks into Fenris' eyes and shrugs, giving him a look of confusion. "You don't like to talk unless you need to, I heard what you said. Maybe I talk too much for you. Maybe I should listen more. But I cannot hear you unless you speak. So speak Fenris, tell me what you feel." she says earnestly.
Fenris
Barbarian, 35 posts
HP 60/60, AC: 15/17 Rage
F: +7, R: +3 (+5), W: +1
Tue 15 Oct 2019
at 23:02
  • msg #358

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"The dwarf is a bloody fool." The barbarian looks at the cleric."You lead us. But not everyone worships your god or how faithful you are." He stands up, hands over his chest."I do what needs to get done. I don't expect anying from anyone."
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 111 posts
HP 47/47, AC:18
F: +6, R: +2, W: +8
Thu 17 Oct 2019
at 09:06
  • msg #359

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Fenris:
"The dwarf is a bloody fool." The barbarian looks at the cleric."You lead us. But not everyone worships your god or how faithful you are." He stands up, hands over his chest."I do what needs to get done. I don't expect anything from anyone."


"I think that Brankx is a proud man trying to do things that might not be simple for a dwarf to do. I lead only when necessary." she paused and managed a warm smile, "Everyone and everything that wakes up with the rising of the Sun pays homage to Pelor whether they know it or not. Also it makes sense that not everyone is as faithful to the Sun Father as I am, most others are not in His service."

Taking his hands, she slowly leads him around the side of the old abandoned building. Once they are safely out of sight of the road, she looks deeply into his eyes and cups his face between her hands. "You have kissed me twice Fenris, was that something that needed to get done? Did you expect me to kiss you back?"
Dungeon Master
GM, 236 posts
Thu 17 Oct 2019
at 11:37
  • msg #360

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx/Cloak: Apothecary
"I make my own potions and no need of scrolls. Most here can't read them anyways cept that there Cloak probably. Yes Cloak." The gnome moves around the are and slips out the back for some reason. The elf crosses his hands."Potions potions..." He taps the side of his face and smiles."Oh I think I got it. Pardon the mess." He shuffles around the area and taps the side of a bookcase. It lowers to one side revealing well potions of different colors."So what yah looking for?"

Cumandria/Fenris: Outside (Main Square
"Arrogant fool. Get himself killed." The elf watches the woman attempt to lead him elsewhere and he doesn't let her."You needed it. And talk too damn much. Quiet."

Ballast: Boat Ramps
PM
This message was last edited by the GM at 03:25, Fri 18 Oct 2019.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 146 posts
HP 14/14 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +4
Thu 17 Oct 2019
at 20:26
  • msg #361

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx looks at the array of potions with both interest and surprise. "if he make the potions yeself then I am both impressed at he skill and dedication."

Brankx was impressed by the potions and the variety. The few alchemists he knew back home knew only a few recipes...for this range, he was surely talented.

Brankx snapped out of his musing. "What I need is potions that can cure injury...healing and such. if he also have it, something like alchemists fire."
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 113 posts
HP 47/47, AC:18
F: +6, R: +2, W: +8
Sat 19 Oct 2019
at 00:05
  • msg #362

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Dungeon Master:
Cumandria/Fenris: Outside (Main Square)
"Arrogant fool. Get himself killed." The elf watches the woman attempt to lead him elsewhere and he doesn't let her."You needed it. And talk too damn much. Quiet."


Cumarinda looks into Fenris' eyes, “Maybe I do talk too much.” She pauses for a moment, thinking, “I will try to talk less. But do not expect me to be silent. I...need to speak to tell others what I think and feel. To speak the words of my God and to call upon His power.”

Still looking into the barbarian's eyes she says, “If you kiss me just to silence me, then you waste the true power of your kisses. A kiss is more to me than just a reason to be quiet. I thought the same was true for you too. I thought you liked me. I...like you.” her eyes fill with tears and she turns away from him.
Ballast
Fighter, 84 posts
HP 49/49, AC: 22
F: +6, R: +3, W: +3
Sat 19 Oct 2019
at 07:33
  • msg #363

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast walks underneath the water, enjoying the relative quiet, searching for anything of use.  It's only when he comes upon an old shipwreck that he finds a still-intact shield, heavily encrusted with barnacles.  If it survived in one piece long enough for that to happen, it was possibly quite sturdy indeed.  Ballast pried it loose and trekked back to land, pausing to rid himself of debris and seaweed before taking some time to get the worst of the barnacles off his find.  He then walks to the inn.  If his companions are there, he will go in to join them.  If they are still elsewhere, he will sit somewhere nearby and continue to clean his possible prize.
This message was last edited by the player at 23:38, Sat 19 Oct 2019.
Fenris
Barbarian, 36 posts
HP 60/60, AC: 15/17 Rage
F: +7, R: +3 (+5), W: +1
Sat 19 Oct 2019
at 15:39
  • msg #364

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"Are all woman like this?" Well Fenris doesn't think before he speaks. Or doesn't care. He tilts his head as she pulls away."You like me?"
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 114 posts
HP 47/47, AC:18
F: +6, R: +2, W: +8
Wed 23 Oct 2019
at 01:34
  • msg #365

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

In reply to Fenris (msg # 364):

After a moment she turns back to answer him, with red rimmed watery eyes and a tear streaked face. "Yes, Fenris I do. I like you. That's why your kisses are special to me." she says in a frustrated voice. "NO! Not all women are like me. Just like all elves aren't like you."
Dungeon Master
GM, 239 posts
Wed 23 Oct 2019
at 11:12
  • msg #366

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx/Cloak: Apothecary
The shopekeeper pulls out three potions and puts them on the counter. He rubs his chin."So got two healing potions and a alchemists fire. So..." The man crosses his arms."70 gold."

Cumandria/Fenris: Outside (Main Square
"Don't understand women." The barbarian seems confused."Fine." Fine with what? He walks by the cleric, still looking out of it.

Ballast: Boat Ramps
The warrior sits down by the shore, but some of the barnacles don't seem to want to come off no matter what he tries to do.
This message was last edited by the GM at 15:11, Wed 23 Oct 2019.
Ballast
Fighter, 85 posts
HP 49/49, AC: 22
F: +6, R: +3, W: +3
Thu 24 Oct 2019
at 05:40
  • msg #367

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast examines the shield minutely to see if there are any inscriptions upon it that might indicate its purpose or origin; a maker's mark, a sign from a House Cannith workshop, a name, inscription, or picture. If the barnacles were not coming off under his strength, then perhaps they had been carved there in the first place!  Once the examination is done, Ballast will put the shield in his pack for now and move to outside the inn.  There he will take out some blocks of scrap wood from his pack, and a small knife, and begin to whittle little toy boats to pass the time before the rest of the group joins him for their appointment with the mayor.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 147 posts
HP 14/14 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +4
Fri 25 Oct 2019
at 23:08
  • msg #368

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx holds up his hand in apology. "While i have some coin, master, me coin will not stretch that far yet. But it does me heart goot to know ye have such skiils in alchemy. Fer now i will take me leave, but rest asured, i will be back.  And if ye need anything...exotic materials, thyen I can keep me eyes open fer ya. Fer now, I will leave ye good elf, but will be back, I promise ye."


with that, the dwarf leaves the apothecary, a thoughtful look on his face as he travels to the inn
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 115 posts
HP 47/47, AC:18
F: +6, R: +2, W: +8
Sat 26 Oct 2019
at 09:37
  • msg #369

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Dungeon Master:
Cumandria/Fenris: Outside (Main Square
"Don't understand women." The barbarian seems confused."Fine." Fine with what? He walks by the cleric, still looking out of it.


The young cleric quickly wipes away her tears and says a small prayer before catching up with the barbarian. "Most men don't. Some don't even care to try" she says under her breath. Turning her full attention to Fenris she smiles again and says, "We are supposed to be gathering rations for our next trip. So lets find a merchant who has what we need. And I'll be happy to do the talking so you don't have too. Hmm... maybe we can find some herbs and spices to make our meals better."
Dungeon Master
GM, 241 posts
Sun 27 Oct 2019
at 02:47
  • msg #370

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx/Cloak: Apothecary
The shopkeeper rubs his chin and before the dwarf leaves, he does speak."So got something for trade then?"

Cumandria/Fenris: Outside (Main Square)
The barbarian stops and looks at the cleric."I hunt. No need to find food. What we need I can get." He seems serious about this and shrugs."What do you need?"

Ballast: Boat Ramps
Two young boys that look human walk along the boat ramps and stop as they see the warforged. They tilt their heads and walk up to him."What are you?" It sounds like a odd question.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 148 posts
HP 14/14 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +4
Sun 27 Oct 2019
at 03:32
  • msg #371

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The dwarf stops in the doorway and turns. "during a task I came upon some magical items that can't be used by me. a belt that alters gender of who wears it, a staff of necromancy. they I can trade now, but like I said, on me next trip I can keep an eye out fer materials for ye  potions.
Ballast
Fighter, 86 posts
HP 49/49, AC: 22
F: +6, R: +3, W: +3
Tue 29 Oct 2019
at 05:46
  • msg #372

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Dungeon Master:
Ballast: Boat Ramps
Two young boys that look human walk along the boat ramps and stop as they see the warforged. They tilt their heads and walk up to him."What are you?" It sounds like a odd question.


An odd question, but one that amuses the warforged.  "I am a warforged.  I was created by magic in a magical forge.  I am a person, like you, but I was created in a different way.  I repair ships and I am good in a fight.  Would you like a little wooden boat?" Ballast asks, and hold out one little boat to each boy.  "I am called Ballast.  What are your names?"
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 116 posts
HP 47/47, AC:18
F: +6, R: +2, W: +8
Wed 30 Oct 2019
at 01:51
  • msg #373

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Dungeon Master:
Cumandria/Fenris: Outside (Main Square)
The barbarian stops and looks at the cleric."I hunt. No need to find food. What we need I can get." He seems serious about this and shrugs."What do you need?"


"Well we need travel rations, in case we are some place we cannot hunt or gather the food we need. I'd also like to get some spices so I can better cook the food we can hunt or gather." the young priestess said with a smile. "Besides, if we find a good baker we can get tasty breads with honey and fruit."

Dungeon Master
GM, 243 posts
Wed 30 Oct 2019
at 12:10
  • msg #374

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx/Cloak: Apothecary
"A belt that alters genders? Rather interesting. I will make a deal. Belt for potions and I can make you some scrolls." It seems like he is getting the better deal on it but its hard to tell.

Cumandria/Fenris: Outside (Main Square)
A grunt sound comes from Fenris."Tavern. Find baker." Oddly he doesn't look at the cleric and keeps moving but lets her keep up as he looks around. He stops a elderly woman."Baker?" The woman steps back, watching this rather gruff warrior staring at her."Come come." She mutters and heads into a small home.

Ballast: Boat Ramps
The boy takes the boat and looks at it, and holds it out to the other boy."Billy and Bobby. We're brothers." Billy stares at the warforged."Can I get another boat?"
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 149 posts
HP 14/14 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +4
Wed 30 Oct 2019
at 20:16
  • msg #375

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx had a furrowed look on his face...he suspected this elf was a shrewd man, someone who could bargain.  But Brankx himself had no use for the belt.

"he have a deal master elf...th belt fer potions an some scrolls." He holds his hand out to shake the elfs hand with a wry smile.

"...an th offer get rare materials stands. Ye give me a list and I'll keep an eye out fer ya and bring then next I'm back"
Ballast
Fighter, 87 posts
HP 49/49, AC: 22
F: +6, R: +3, W: +3
Thu 31 Oct 2019
at 12:38
  • msg #376

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Dungeon Master:
Ballast: Boat Ramps
The boy takes the boat and looks at it, and holds it out to the other boy."Billy and Bobby. We're brothers." Billy stares at the warforged."Can I get another boat?"


"Are you a Harbormaster, Billy, who needs many ships?" Ballast asks in return.  It makes a few more strokes on its current carving.  "Or perhaps instead I could carve the name you give your ship on it for you."  The warforged's face is immobile, but it tries to put a bit of a smile into its tone.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 119 posts
HP 47/47, AC:18
F: +6, R: +2, W: +8
Thu 31 Oct 2019
at 23:37
  • msg #377

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Dungeon Master:
Cumandria/Fenris: Outside (Main Square)
A grunt sound comes from Fenris."Tavern. Find baker." Oddly he doesn't look at the cleric and keeps moving but lets her keep up as he looks around. He stops a elderly woman."Baker?" The woman steps back, watching this rather gruff warrior staring at her."Come come." She mutters and heads into a small home.


Cumarinda follows in the wake of the gruff barbarian and sighs gently as they move along. When the elderly woman offers to take them into her home, she starts to object but sighs again as they enter.
Dungeon Master
GM, 247 posts
Sun 3 Nov 2019
at 21:50
  • msg #378

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx/Cloak: Apothecary
"Here's three healing potions and three alchemists fire. I will need time to provide more as thats a deal that require more on my bargain." A shrewd man but he's a good one too.

Cumandria/Fenris: Outside (Main Square)
The woman motions for them to sit down in the front of her shop."So what do you need bread wise?"

Fenris stares at her but doesn't say a word.

Ballast: Boat Ramps
The two boy blink and look at one another then back to the warforged."Got no jobs. An' iffn you got the time can yah carve our names into it?"
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 151 posts
HP 14/14 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +4
Mon 4 Nov 2019
at 00:24
  • msg #379

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx smiles....the elf was shrewd but fair, someone he could work with. He reached into his pack and retrieved the belt and handed it over, then picked up the potions, making sure to pack them safely.

"time he shall have, my friend. we are about to help your mayor on another task. May your skills bring you good profit, my friend."

He shakes the hand of the elf and leaves the stood, heading for the inn.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 120 posts
HP 47/47, AC:18
F: +6, R: +2, W: +8
Mon 4 Nov 2019
at 03:26
  • msg #380

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Dungeon Master:
Cumandria/Fenris: Outside (Main Square)
The woman motions for them to sit down in the front of her shop."So what do you need bread wise?"
Fenris stares at her but doesn't say a word.


Cumarinda smiles at the woman, "I take it that you are a baker? We mostly need breads that will travel well with dried fruit and nuts. If all you can offer is simple honest bread, then a few loaves of that would be welcome."

Ballast
Fighter, 88 posts
HP 49/49, AC: 22
F: +6, R: +3, W: +3
Wed 6 Nov 2019
at 03:27
  • msg #381

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Dungeon Master:
Ballast: Boat Ramps
The two boy blink and look at one another then back to the warforged."Got no jobs. An' iffn you got the time can yah carve our names into it?"


"That I can do."  Ballast carefully carves each boy's name into their boats as he talks.  "The ship I was on was attacked by a dragon, and my companions barely made it to shore on the wreckage.  I sank straight to the bottom, because I am very heavy and do not swim well.  But I don't breathe like you do, so I was all right.  It just took me a while to walk along the sea floor to get here, as it is dark down there."
Dungeon Master
GM, 248 posts
Wed 6 Nov 2019
at 12:01
  • msg #382

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The wizard gains what he wanted for now and heads for the inn. Meanwhile, the barbarian and cleric talk to the baker. Or more like the cleric. Fenris doesn't say a word and stares outside. The baker agrees to give the group six loaves of bread and a variety of nuts and berries before they leave and head for the inn. The warforged makes the small boats, speaking to the 'harbormaster' and then leaves heading for the inn as well.

Inside its a decent inn. There is a set of steps leading upwards to several rooms which are visible from the main hall. In the center is a bar with a large brick area probably for food and another what looks like a chimney straight ahead for warmth. It seems rather quaint. There are several tables and chairs. The mayor looks up and waits for the group to enter.
Ballast
Fighter, 89 posts
HP 49/49, AC: 22
F: +6, R: +3, W: +3
Thu 7 Nov 2019
at 06:40
  • msg #383

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Dungeon Master:
The wizard gains what he wanted for now and heads for the inn. Meanwhile, the barbarian and cleric talk to the baker. Or more like the cleric. Fenris doesn't say a word and stares outside. The baker agrees to give the group six loaves of bread and a variety of nuts and berries before they leave and head for the inn. The warforged makes the small boats, speaking to the 'harbormaster' and then leaves heading for the inn as well.

Inside its a decent inn. There is a set of steps leading upwards to several rooms which are visible from the main hall. In the center is a bar with a large brick area probably for food and another what looks like a chimney straight ahead for warmth. It seems rather quaint. There are several tables and chairs. The mayor looks up and waits for the group to enter.


Ballast says to the boys, "I wish your ships a good sailing, and yourself a good day."  It being the appointed hour, he'll brush himself clean, put away the remainder of his blocks and his whittling knife, and go into the inn.  Spying the mayor, Ballast will go and find a good place to stand, being as a wooden chair would snap under his immense weight.

"Mayor," he says in greeting, and pulls out his new shield to inspect it.  "I was salvaging in the harbor and found this shield in a wreck that had sunk about three hundred feet off shore, perhaps a year ago.  Do you recall what ship that was?"
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 152 posts
HP 14/14 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +4
Sat 9 Nov 2019
at 00:42
  • msg #384

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx walks in as the warforged speaks with the mayor. He sits to the side, looking at the shield with narrowed eyes. To survive salt water for a year and show no sign of rust was unusual. "Nice shield Balayst."

He looks at the mayor and smiles. "I be sorry fer speaking so bluntly earlier....Ye have done me right in th town, and shouldn't judge Ye on one persons views....even if they be grieving." He holds a hand towards the innkeeper. "An ale to warm me bones master."
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 123 posts
HP 47/47, AC:18
F: +6, R: +2, W: +8
Mon 11 Nov 2019
at 09:59
  • msg #385

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Dungeon Master:
The wizard gains what he wanted for now and heads for the inn. Meanwhile, the barbarian and cleric talk to the baker. Or more like the cleric. Fenris doesn't say a word and stares outside. The baker agrees to give the group six loaves of bread and a variety of nuts and berries before they leave and head for the inn. The warforged makes the small boats, speaking to the 'harbormaster' and then leaves heading for the inn as well.

Inside its a decent inn. There is a set of steps leading upwards to several rooms which are visible from the main hall. In the center is a bar with a large brick area probably for food and another what looks like a chimney straight ahead for warmth. It seems rather quaint. There are several tables and chairs. The mayor looks up and waits for the group to enter.


After arranging with the baker to return for the goods they've agreed on, Cumarinda brings Fenris with her to the meeting with the Mayor.

She takes a seat silently beside Fenris and waits patiently for her fellow party members to finish their individual business with the Mayor before she speaks.
Dungeon Master
GM, 251 posts
Tue 12 Nov 2019
at 02:14
  • msg #386

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"It is alright. And no, I do not. But you can keep it." The mayor nods his head."Have you though about what I said?"

Fenris remains standing, and leans against a wall. He doesn't look at the cleric nor anyone else. He simply waits.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 124 posts
HP 47/47, AC:18
F: +6, R: +2, W: +8
Thu 14 Nov 2019
at 04:40
  • msg #387

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Dungeon Master:
"It is alright. And no, I do not. But you can keep it." The mayor nods his head."Have you though about what I said?"


With her sun bright smile, Cumarinda faces the Mayor and speaks in an equally cheery voice, "I think I can speak for the rest of my companions when I say that our returning here to this table is a sign of our willingness to help. Perhaps you can explain the next problem we can solve."
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 155 posts
HP 14/14 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +4
Fri 15 Nov 2019
at 00:25
  • msg #388

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx smiles at the priestess' words, simply nodding. "Ai, the girl has it right. I'm here to help Ye, and help I will."
Ballast
Fighter, 91 posts
HP 49/49, AC: 22
F: +6, R: +3, W: +3
Fri 15 Nov 2019
at 14:41
  • msg #389

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"Indeed, I am willing to aid you.  Speak on," Ballast says, putting the shield down and taking a relaxed stance for listening.
Dungeon Master
GM, 252 posts
Sat 16 Nov 2019
at 17:16
  • msg #390

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Taking a deep breath, the mayor speaks."The man that was hurt is in a coma. My brother. We do not know who harmed him but I feel it was the Sahugain. We had a crystal that protected Korthos from danger but it was damaged and is not whole anymore. I know where the locations could be. Theres two I know of. There is also a mage and I believe he is in the ruins hiding out. A good man but perhaps he lost faith." He watches the group."I know I have asked for many things but will you keep helping us out? I believe by finding the crystals it and bringing them back will be enough." He watches the group."There is also a storage area and no one will go inside."

OOC Took this from a previous post. Probably overlooked.
Ballast
Fighter, 92 posts
HP 49/49, AC: 22
F: +6, R: +3, W: +3
Sun 17 Nov 2019
at 00:41
  • msg #391

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"We are to find the crystals to assist in protection, which might be in the ruins or in the storage area?  And there is also a mage that could assist your brother in the ruins?  And we are to assist in retrieving both?" Ballast asks to clarify.  "I am willing to help your kinsman; just tell us where you suspect the crystal to be.  And what do you know about the mage?  His name, his rank, his schooling or talents?  Are his magics protective and defensive, war magic, or of another sort?"
Dungeon Master
GM, 254 posts
Sun 17 Nov 2019
at 23:55
  • msg #392

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"Which do you want to know? The crystals, the mage or the storage area? The mage is the most important who could tell you where the crystals are. The location of the crystal could be in the ruins about a day away where he may be and it would be greatly appreciate if you could get him to come here. We have a crystal here but it is broken. The two are link-the mage and the crystals as he made it. He would know possibly where one may dwell. As for the storage area in town it is the closest but no guard will go inside and one who is in a coma cannot answer the questions." The mayor seems worried."He's a mage. He has no rank and I do not know what he can do. Lars Heyton is his name. You visited the tombs and his ancestor named them from him. Because of the crystal being destroyed, the village will slowly turn to ice and everyone will die. He is a descendant of the famous Heyton bloodline of Korthos Village who has protected the island for many generations but since left the village as he felt we were ingrates. His ancestors aided us in the past and they once lived here many years back. All of his relatives were either killed or passed away and the only relative is the woman whom you met. She knows little of him."
This message was last edited by the GM at 01:32, Mon 18 Nov 2019.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 157 posts
HP 14/14 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +4
Mon 18 Nov 2019
at 05:03
  • msg #393

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx listened to the story in silence, taking in the whole story. He looked at the mayor with a friendly smile. "Bein' a mage meself, i can vouch that men who learn magic are men of logic and reason. If he has his senses, i'm sure we can convince him to help us. If he doesn't come, then maybe we can learn of location of th' crystals....maybe i can learn from him to learn to make them meself."

He pauses, then continues. "As fer the storae area, maybe we shoud have a quick look there. It is closest, it may hold something of use."

He looked at the Mayor. "Why won't th uards go into th' storae area? What is th' reason?"
Ballast
Fighter, 93 posts
HP 49/49, AC: 22
F: +6, R: +3, W: +3
Mon 18 Nov 2019
at 05:39
  • msg #394

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"What?!" Ballast exclaims, with more force than he had intended.  "Because the crystal is in pieces, the village will turn into ice and die?  Why- what- it-"  It is not precisely possible for a warforged to sputter, but Ballast makes a valiant effort.  "This is exceedingly relevant information!  Yes, by all means, we must find this Lars Heyton and make things right.  Any trips to the storage area should be, by necessity, brief."
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 126 posts
HP 47/47, AC:18
F: +6, R: +2, W: +8
Wed 20 Nov 2019
at 06:51
  • msg #395

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

As she listened to the description of the dire nature of the town's situation, the young cleric's smile slowly faded to a fully serious and thoughtful expression. "By the Holy Beard of Pelor I promise to do my best to save Korthos from the frosty doom you speak of." Looking seriously over the others in the party, Cumarinda added, "Let us investigate the secrets of this storage area and then make our way towards finding Lars Heyton!"
Dungeon Master
GM, 258 posts
Wed 20 Nov 2019
at 17:17
  • msg #396

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Oddly the barbarian turns and leaves without saying a word. Strange.

The mayor watches him go and looks at the group."That man? Strange isn't he? Anyways thank you for helping the village and myself. We are grateful. As for the storage area, everyone is afraid to enter as I mentioned a guard who was inside came out and fell into a coma. He did have bite marks but hard to tell what caused them. They were small if that helps."
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 158 posts
HP 14/14 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +4
Thu 21 Nov 2019
at 12:51
  • msg #397

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx looks on as Fenris turns and leaves. He shakes his head, mumbling. "Damn moody elf."

He looked at the Mayor as they described what happened, and nodded. "Whatever bit him caused th' coma. We have been warned so we know what to look fer. We won't be long anyway there."
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 127 posts
HP 47/47, AC:18
F: +6, R: +2, W: +8
Fri 22 Nov 2019
at 00:51
  • msg #398

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Cumarinda watched carefully as the barbarian elf starts to leave. Nodding as if coming to a decision about something, she stands quickly and turns to address Ballast, "Ballast, your care for the welfare of this village who are strangers to you speaks to me of the goodness of your character. That makes you a blessing to those around you. Thank you."

With a fresh smile spreading across her face, Cumarinda brightens like the rising sun on a clear morning. With her voice returning to its usual cheerful tone she says to the others, "Let us catch up with Fenris and together we'll move forward."

While speaking she gets up and moves to follow Fenris.
Dungeon Master
GM, 261 posts
Sat 23 Nov 2019
at 21:36
  • msg #399

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Outside they look for the barbarian. Standing near the storage area, is a guard who is talking to the brute. They seem to be arguing and finally he open up the door and looks at the other people.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 128 posts
HP 47/47, AC:18
F: +6, R: +2, W: +8
Mon 25 Nov 2019
at 07:40
  • msg #400

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Dungeon Master:
Outside they look for the barbarian. Standing near the storage area, is a guard who is talking to the brute. They seem to be arguing and finally he open up the door and looks at the other people.


Cumarinda quickly catches up with Fenris and the guard. She looks curiously to each of them and asks the guard, "Was there a problem between you and my elf friend?"
Ballast
Fighter, 97 posts
HP 49/49, AC: 22
F: +6, R: +3, W: +3
Mon 25 Nov 2019
at 16:00
  • msg #401

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast hefts up his new shield and nods at the mayor before heading out to the storage area, feeling a need for some swift action to solve this problem before tackling the more complicated one of the village's lost crystals and mage.

"What is wrong with this room?" he asks the guard there.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 160 posts
HP 14/14 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +4
Mon 25 Nov 2019
at 21:34
  • msg #402

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx, a step behind the others, nods at the mayor with a smile. "Let us look around and get to th' bottom o this"

The dwarf walks behind balayst, chewing on his lip, thinking. "Maybe there's a spider or some other bug....causes th coma." He muttered more to himself than the others. When they arrived at the storage area, he looked up at them all. He held off any questions...the others had asked already
Dungeon Master
GM, 262 posts
Tue 26 Nov 2019
at 12:24
  • msg #403

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"He wants inside and I was told to not allow anyone inside. And its several rooms not one. And the guard that went inside was found in a coma and is badly hurt. He may make it. No one knows whats inside. He was found near the door inside. No one wanted to go in out of fear." The guard responds.
Ballast
Fighter, 98 posts
HP 49/49, AC: 22
F: +6, R: +3, W: +3
Wed 27 Nov 2019
at 04:06
  • msg #404

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"The mayor has asked us to assist.  We will try to find what harmed your companion.  The mayor is in the inn, if you wish confirmation," Ballast says, nodding towards the inn.  "The sooner we can determine the danger, the sooner we can determine if there is anything further that can be done to help your fried.  Cumarinda is very skilled in healing."  He says the last with a gesture at the priestess.  If the guard is willing to let them in, Ballast will open the door and settle his new shield on his arm, his magical sword in his hand, then enter to see what lies within...
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 129 posts
HP 47/47, AC:18
F: +6, R: +2, W: +8
Wed 27 Nov 2019
at 08:47
  • msg #405

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Cumarinda nods and smiles, speaking in a calming, reasonable voice with persuasive tones. "My friend and ally here," she says indicating Ballast, "as well as my elf warrior friend," she adds indicating Fenris, "Are both here with me and my dwarf companion to help save this village from its many troubles."

The young fire color haired cleric steps closer to the guard with an warm confident smile and a hand on the holy symbol around her neck. "I am Cumarinda, priestess in service to The Sun Father Pelor who brings light into the world. In the name of Great Pelor, I have come with my companions to bring hope and healing to those who need and destruction to the servants of darkness and evil. Please let us go inside."
Dungeon Master
GM, 264 posts
Wed 27 Nov 2019
at 14:14
  • msg #406

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The barbarian watches the cleric and shakes his head. He crosses his arms, staring at her. The whole 'worshiping anything' didn't work on him. He makes his own path.

Nodding, the guard lets them go into one area of the storage area. He mutters something along of keeping the mutt on a leash. But as they go inside, Fenris grabs him by the throat and has him pinned against the wall. Despite calling him her friend, the guard doesn't seem to care. Fenris holds him up, his feet barely touching the ground. He drops him and looks at the other party members.

If the enter after the guard unlocks the door (before hoisted up by the barbarian), its a small area. Straight ahead leads to a larger area. Several barrels line the room, all with caps. There's a door to the left closed. Also there is a passageway to the north leading downwards and to the right leading down as well. There are also barrels in the center of the room as well as bags of what can be assumed are flour.
This message was last edited by the GM at 14:15, Wed 27 Nov 2019.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 162 posts
HP 14/14 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +4
Thu 28 Nov 2019
at 00:11
  • msg #407

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx, entering after the others, watches as Fenris hoists the guard up, and sighs, rubbing the bridge of his nose with his fingers. When he is dropped, he looks at Fenris with a sigh. "Makin' friends I see."

He walks up to the guard and looks at him. "My advice to Ye boy....don't insult people who are trying to help Ye damn town from freezing over....and don't judge a book by its cover. He may be an elf, but he could outfight Ye without breaking a sweat."

He looks at the others then the room. "Let's get this done an' fast....we have to find th' mage"
Ballast
Fighter, 100 posts
HP 49/49, AC: 22
F: +6, R: +3, W: +3
Sat 30 Nov 2019
at 06:20
  • msg #408

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast regards the guard who insulted Fenris with some disappointment.  "The guard is not a worthy foe.  Your honor is stronger than his words," he says to Fenris, mostly ignoring the guard in favor of keeping his companion on the likely more challenging task of cleaning out whatever forces or beasts were infesting the storerooms.  This village had more trouble than any six other places...

Once inside, Ballast looks at both passageways, and the door, and comments, "If the guard has a key to the door, we would appreciate having it."  Either way, Ballast goes to see if the door is locked.  If locked, he'll wait and see if there is a key forthcoming.  If there is no key, he will open the door the old-fashioned way, by forcing it (unless someone has a better idea).
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 132 posts
HP 47/47, AC:18
F: +6, R: +2, W: +8
Sat 30 Nov 2019
at 07:25
  • msg #409

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

After they take a look inside and Fenris puts down the guard Curmarinda asks the guard, "Please tell us what you know or have heard about what is supposed to be in here. Also I would appreciate if you would share any keys we might need."

She whispers softly into the guard's ear, "In Pelor's name, please excuse my rough warrior friend, he's not quite as patient as others might be."
Dungeon Master
GM, 268 posts
Mon 2 Dec 2019
at 12:47
  • msg #410

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The room remains as is. Fenris snorts at the warforged comments and stares at the dwarf. He grunts and looks around the room, pulling out his sword.

The guard has left and its assumed if he had anything, he would have given it to the group and he already mentioned what he knows-nothing other then finding one of the guards in a comatose state near the door. Well to anyone but the barbarian. The door is locked but there are two areas to check out-the north that leads downwards and the east that leads downwards as well.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 164 posts
HP 14/14 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +4
Tue 3 Dec 2019
at 03:22
  • msg #411

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx (ignoring the glare from Fenris), takes in the area with narrowed eyes. "It would go faster if we split up....but if somethin' is here we may need the group."

He looked at the rest. "Mefelf and Balayst will take north, you two take the east. Don't move to far and if somethin' happens, call."
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 135 posts
HP 47/47, AC:18
F: +6, R: +2, W: +8
Thu 5 Dec 2019
at 21:52
  • msg #412

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Before going any further, Cumarinda examines the room, especially the barrels and bags to see if she can determine their contents, preferably without opening them.

"Wait Brankx, hear me out on this. While speed might be gained from dividing our forces to search, prudence suggests that together we are best prepared for the unknown. In unity is strength." she cautions.


OOC: 13:44, Yesterday: Cumarinda Imbrex rolled 20 using 1d20+5.  Spot check.
This message was last edited by the player at 13:25, Fri 06 Dec 2019.
Dungeon Master
GM, 273 posts
Fri 6 Dec 2019
at 12:52
  • msg #413

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The cleric just spots odds and ends. Its a storage area used for storing some flour and other food items. Some look torn open but the barrels look untouched for some reason. Fenris grunts and starts to head down the north seeming to ignore the dwarf.
Ballast
Fighter, 103 posts
HP 49/49, AC: 22
F: +6, R: +3, W: +3
Fri 6 Dec 2019
at 13:28
  • msg #414

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast looks at the door, then at the barbarian, then back at the healer.  "I dislike leaving a closed door behind... though there is no reasoning with Fenris even at the best of times.  It seems we are going north.  Cumarinda, is the stuff in the barrels rotten?"
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 138 posts
HP 47/47, AC:18
F: +6, R: +2, W: +8
Sun 8 Dec 2019
at 08:13
  • msg #415

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

In reply to Ballast (msg # 414):

While moving with the others behind Fenris she answers, "The barrels seem to be sealed, I cannot know what is inside them. But if they were important I'm sure we would have been told what it was. Lets get moving so we can support Fenris when he finds trouble ahead."

"Brankx, I know you're smart as well as brave, please bear with us, we need your knowledge as well as your spells to succeed." she gently pleaded to the dwarf mage.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 165 posts
HP 14/14 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +4
Sun 8 Dec 2019
at 12:26
  • msg #416

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The dwarf glared after Fenris....it was true the two would nbever be friends, but there was a grudging respect for the other that they would (Most likely) watch each others backs when the time came. He shook his head and snorted as he walked away.

The dwarf follows Cumarinda and couldn't help but smile at the comments of the barbarian finding trouble. "Aye....he seems to be good at that." The dwarf listened to her comments about his bravery and wisdom, and waved her with a smile.

"Ye be a good lass, but call it as it is girl...i'm a stubborn dwarf who's a little smarter and less inclined to foolishness than most of his kind....but I appreciate ye kind words lass. We all have a part to play, and damn me, this is gettin' interesting."

He looks her in the eye and winks. "Besides, i kinda like getting that pointy eared mule riled up....he's as stubborn as me kind. Reminds me a bit o home."
Dungeon Master
GM, 276 posts
Mon 9 Dec 2019
at 12:40
  • msg #417

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The group follows the barbarian and he stands there in front of a closed door. Drawing his sword out, he grunts and looks at the other party members. It sounds like something is moving around in the closed room.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 140 posts
HP 47/47, AC:18
F: +6, R: +2, W: +8
Mon 9 Dec 2019
at 21:27
  • msg #418

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

In reply to Dungeon Master (msg # 417):

Whispering to the party she asks, “Everyone listen for a moment. If you know what might be making the noise beyond the door, please tell us. Otherwise try to be ready for anything.”

With a confident smile the priestess of Pelor speaks to the warforged warrior, “Ballast, could you please join Fenris' side before anyone opens that door.”

 With her shield in one hand Cumarinda calls upon her god to Bless them all just before the door is opened.


OOC: Preparing to cast Bless just before the door is opened.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 167 posts
HP 14/14 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +4
Tue 10 Dec 2019
at 22:28
  • msg #419

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx, still A little dark at Fenris and his attitude, forgot that at the sounds.  He narrowed his eyes, grasping his staff tighter, his mind going over spells in his mind.
Ballast
Fighter, 105 posts
HP 49/49, AC: 22
F: +6, R: +3, W: +3
Wed 11 Dec 2019
at 08:14
  • msg #420

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast will move to join Fenris.  Once Cumarinda gives him the nod, he'll try the door.  If unlocked, he'll throw it open.  If locked, he'll bash it open!
Dungeon Master
GM, 278 posts
Wed 11 Dec 2019
at 12:50
  • msg #421

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The barbarian opens the door. Inside in the center is a pile of rubbish. Several bags are torn open and barrels knocked over. Rats move about. Its hard to tell how many of them. Some of them run out of the room by the groups feet. Fenris slams one down with his foot, smearing it against the ground. He grunts. The smell is rather retched.

OOC
Make a Fort Save DC 15

Also make a Spot check.

Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 141 posts
HP 47/47, AC:18
F: +6, R: +2, W: +8
Wed 11 Dec 2019
at 19:33
  • msg #422

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Cumarinda invokes the power of her God to cast her spell just as the rats come scurrying though the open door.

OOC:
11:30, Today: Cumarinda Imbrex rolled 16 using 1d20+6.  Fort save vs DC 15.
11:30, Today: Cumarinda Imbrex rolled 19 using 1d20+5.  Spot check.

Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 168 posts
HP 14/14 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +4
Thu 12 Dec 2019
at 03:46
  • msg #423

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx, seeing the rats (And the squish from Fenris), as well as the smell, was overcome, and what little contents he had in his stomach, came up.

"Damn me..." he said, wiping the bile from his beard, looking at the rats. "...either they have a problem here or somethin' died!"
Ballast
Fighter, 107 posts
HP 49/49, AC: 22
F: +6, R: +3, W: +3
Fri 13 Dec 2019
at 14:03
  • msg #424

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast looks at the others curiously, and gives a small head tilt.  "Is there a scent in the air?"

OOC: 08:02, Today: Ballast rolled 15 using 1d20+3.  Spot check.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 142 posts
HP 47/47, AC:18
F: +6, R: +2, W: +8
Fri 13 Dec 2019
at 23:31
  • msg #425

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The rank fetid smell from the room struck Cumarinda and her face twisted into pinched sour expression that some might say looked cute. She rapidly shook her head back and forth, then blinked twice before her face returned to its commonly pleasant appearance.

"Good Lord, that smell is foul! Something must had died in that room!" she exclaimed.
Dungeon Master
GM, 281 posts
Sat 14 Dec 2019
at 00:41
  • msg #426

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The group doesn't spot anything odd. It does seem retched and it looks like something is making a nest in the center of the room. The rats move about, squeeking at the group but they are so small they don't seem to even want to harm them.
Ballast
Fighter, 108 posts
HP 49/49, AC: 22
F: +6, R: +3, W: +3
Sat 14 Dec 2019
at 08:10
  • msg #427

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast strides forward and carefully looks over the nest to see if anything larger or more dangerous than a rat is within it...
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 169 posts
HP 14/14 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +4
Mon 16 Dec 2019
at 10:27
  • msg #428

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx, froth still in his beard, wiped his mouth with his sleeve and raised his eyebrows. "Foul smell is an understate girlie!' The dwarf burped, still a little green, but shook it off.

He watched as the warforged advanced, ready to cast a spell if need be
Dungeon Master
GM, 282 posts
Mon 16 Dec 2019
at 12:25
  • msg #429

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Two much larger rats attack the warforged from the nest! Both of them miss their mark!

https://itsmygamemyrules.files...015/03/untitled2.png
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 144 posts
HP 47/47, AC:18
F: +6, R: +2, W: +8
Wed 18 Dec 2019
at 21:25
  • msg #430

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The young priestess of Pelor raised her shield as she saw the two huge rats leap from their nest to attack Ballast. "Unggghuh! Now I see what foulness causes such a stench! Fenris help put those rats down now!" she commanded while raising her shield.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 170 posts
HP 14/14 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +4
Wed 18 Dec 2019
at 22:28
  • msg #431

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx shuddered at the rats, but seeing the big ones, his shudder was more a standing tremor. "By moradins beard!"

The dwarf, out of instinct, raised his hand and cast the first spell coming to mind, shooting arcane bowls of energy wars one of he rats.

<OOC: casts magic missile

Brankx Onyxshield rolled 5 using 1d4+1.  Magic missile 2.
Brankx Onyxshield rolled 4 using 1d4+1.  Magic missile 1.

Dungeon Master
GM, 283 posts
Wed 18 Dec 2019
at 23:23
  • msg #432

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

One of the large rats die by the dwarf's missiles. When the cleric orders Fenris to attack, he looks at her, eyes narrowed and he grunts. The elf moves from her, and watches the rat. What is he doing?
Ballast
Fighter, 111 posts
HP 49/49, AC: 22
F: +6, R: +3, W: +3
Thu 19 Dec 2019
at 02:15
  • msg #433

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast had been startled by the rat, and was curious at Fenris' actions.  The barbarian had never lacked the will to fight, so perhaps there was a reason why he didn't now.  Ballast drops his sword for now and reaches out with one large hand to try to grab the rat by the scruff.

OOC: 20:14, Today: Ballast rolled 25 using 1d20+10.  Touch Attack to initiate the grapple. I know I'll draw an AoO and that's fine.
20:15, Today: Ballast rolled 26 using 1d20+10.  Grapple check. For when it becomes relevant.

Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 145 posts
HP 47/47, AC:18
F: +6, R: +2, W: +8
Sun 22 Dec 2019
at 01:40
  • msg #434

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Cumarinda looks at Fenris with an expression of surprise and incredulity. She starts to speak but is interrupted by Ballast's actions. Looking between Ballast and Fenris she asks, "What is going on here? Why are we not destroying these foul rodents that have attacked us?"
Dungeon Master
GM, 286 posts
Sun 22 Dec 2019
at 02:39
  • msg #435

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The barbarian stares at the cleric. He shakes his head, and looks at the nest then at the cleric.

Easily the fighter is able to grab onto the rodent. It hisses and bites but can't get a good shot at the warforged.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 148 posts
HP 47/47, AC:18
F: +6, R: +2, W: +8
Sun 22 Dec 2019
at 13:49
  • msg #436

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The cleric looks back at the barbarian and says calmly, "Alright Fenris what would you like for us to do with them?"
Fenris
Barbarian, 37 posts
HP 60/60, AC: 15/17 Rage
F: +7, R: +3 (+5), W: +1
Tue 24 Dec 2019
at 14:58
  • msg #437

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The barbarian skewers the one that is being held by the warforged. He grunts and keeps looking at the nest.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 149 posts
HP 47/47, AC:18
F: +6, R: +2, W: +8
Tue 24 Dec 2019
at 23:27
  • msg #438

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Slowly, carefully, with one hand on her shield and the other open, Cumarinda edges closer and closer to the nest so she can see what lies within.


OOC: Cumarinda Imbrex rolled 16 using 1d20+6 with rolls of 10.  Spot Check.
This message was last edited by the player at 19:46, Thu 26 Dec 2019.
Ballast
Fighter, 113 posts
HP 49/49, AC: 22
F: +6, R: +3, W: +3
Sat 28 Dec 2019
at 03:31
  • msg #439

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast shrugs and tosses the carcass of the large rat aside.  "You did not attack, so I thought there was a reason why.  Perhaps there was something different about the rat I did not see."  Ballast leans over to see if there is anything of interest in the nest.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 150 posts
HP 47/47, AC:18
F: +6, R: +2, W: +8
Sat 28 Dec 2019
at 08:01
  • msg #440

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

An expression of surprise crosses the young woman's face as she studies the nest. She nods and turns back to address Ballast and the others. "Oh now I see it. There's a hole down there. It looks to me to be just wide enough for the large rats but too small for any of us."
Ballast
Fighter, 114 posts
HP 49/49, AC: 22
F: +6, R: +3, W: +3
Mon 30 Dec 2019
at 01:56
  • msg #441

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"Well, none of us will fit there, so let us go another way."

Ballast takes a look around the room for another door, in case he missed it in the scuffle with the rats.  If no door exists, he'll say, "Let us go back to the main room to take the next door."
This message was last edited by the player at 04:18, Mon 30 Dec 2019.
Dungeon Master
GM, 288 posts
Mon 30 Dec 2019
at 05:39
  • msg #442

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

There is another door which is closed and the one they came through. Fenris stares at the cleric and starts to check the room. He grabs some old barrels and puts then near the nest. Finally he finds one that might fit the hole and goes to stick it down there probably in a attempt to seal it up.
Ballast
Fighter, 115 posts
HP 49/49, AC: 22
F: +6, R: +3, W: +3
Mon 30 Dec 2019
at 07:15
  • msg #443

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"Good strategy, Fenris," Ballast says, and goes to the other door, the one they didn't come in.  He listens to it for a moment, not hearing much, then, if everyone is ready and no one objects, will open it.

OOC: 01:14, Today: Ballast rolled 8 using 1d20+3.  Listen Check.
Dungeon Master
GM, 290 posts
Tue 31 Dec 2019
at 01:45
  • msg #444

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The warforged doesn't hear anything and the barbarian moves towards him but stops as he passes by the nest. He kneels down and tilts his head before slowly climbing in about two feet. He throws out a set of old bracers covered in goo, a small bag and a small stone that seems to sparkle at times.
Ballast
Fighter, 118 posts
HP 49/49, AC: 22
F: +6, R: +3, W: +3
Fri 3 Jan 2020
at 09:37
  • msg #445

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"Well, it seems the rat were keeping something after all.  What is all of that?"  Ballast uses his waterskin (normally only used during honing a blade) to wash away goo and debris from the things Fenris found.  "Is any of it magical?"
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 154 posts
HP 47/47, AC:18
F: +6, R: +2, W: +8
Sun 5 Jan 2020
at 02:25
  • msg #446

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Curmarinda hands over an loose dry rag to Ballast and glances toward Brankx. "Here Ballast, this should help you clean those items so that our wizard can get a better look at them. Right Brankx?"
Dungeon Master
GM, 294 posts
Sun 5 Jan 2020
at 23:48
  • msg #447

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The dwarf casts his spell and finds out what is magical. Fenris grunts, standing by the closed door once he climbs out of the next.

OOC
Bracers-Magical
Pouch-Non Magical
Stone-Magical

Ballast
Fighter, 119 posts
HP 49/49, AC: 22
F: +6, R: +3, W: +3
Tue 7 Jan 2020
at 06:23
  • msg #448

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"Well, some things of use, perhaps."  He looks closely at the stone, admiring its form, and hands over the bracers to the mage (or anyone else who seems interested)  As well as he was made, he didn't even think about wearing extra protection.  He flips the stone up, catches it, and then goes to put it back into the pouch, stowing it for later.  If there is anything in the pouch already, he examines it as well.

"Very well.  The next door, then," Ballast says.  He goes to stand by Fenris, ready to open the door if unlocked, or bash it down if not!
Dungeon Master
GM, 295 posts
Tue 7 Jan 2020
at 13:08
  • msg #449

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The stone doesn't make it to the warforged's pouch as it just hangs in the air around him! the dwarf looks rather wide-eyed "Heard of this. Stones that fly around you. Ioun stones. Now what does it do...."

A grunt comes from Fenris. As the warfored checks out the pouch, it looks like it has some gold and silver inside of it.

OOC
30 Gold, 30 Silver

Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 156 posts
HP 51/51, AC:18
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Wed 8 Jan 2020
at 21:21
  • msg #450

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Looking over the elf barbarian after his return from the hole in the nest, the red haired young cleric shook her head. Taking a second cloth she lightly cleaned his head and shoulders of the grime from the nest.

"You just had to find another way to get dirty, didn't you?" she lightly scolded Fenris with a grin. "Thank you for finding those things for us." she finished.

Distracted by its motion, the young cleric looked curiously at the flying stone trying to recall if she had come across such in her studies.

"Brankx do you have any idea of what kind of other enchantments it may have?"
Ballast
Fighter, 120 posts
HP 49/49, AC: 22
F: +6, R: +3, W: +3
Thu 9 Jan 2020
at 09:45
  • msg #451

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast looked at the stone with surprise, and then with amusement.  "Well, this was unexpected.  A stone that flies?  I very much like it.  Does it do anything other than fly about?"
Dungeon Master
GM, 298 posts
Thu 9 Jan 2020
at 14:52
  • msg #452

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

As soon as the cleric turns away, Fenris grabs a bunch of dirt and rubs it on his arms and legs. His eyes narrow on her and he listens near the door.

The dwarf shrugs "Give me time and I can figure out what it does. But it will take time." He takes the bracers and puts them into his pack.

And the stone keeps rotating around the warforged.
Ballast
Fighter, 121 posts
HP 49/49, AC: 22
F: +6, R: +3, W: +3
Fri 10 Jan 2020
at 16:38
  • msg #453

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast is very pleased at the orbiting rock.  It gives a little air of jauntiness that amuses him.  "Well and good, we shall figure it out sometime soon.  Let us determine what lies beyond this door."

He'll check to see if the door is open, and if locked or stuck will work with Fenris to force it open.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 173 posts
HP 14/14 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +4
Sat 11 Jan 2020
at 04:26
  • msg #454

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos



Brankx, Placing the bracers in his pack, looks at the Ioun stone with a smile. "Those stones be rare Balayst....most give ye some special powers, When i get time i'll look it over too, but only when ye be ready."

The dwarf was two steps behind the warforged as he made for the door, ready for what was  to come.

<OOC: Home sweet home>
Dungeon Master
GM, 300 posts
Sun 12 Jan 2020
at 02:43
  • msg #455

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The door is unlocked and the barbarian opens it. Its another store room with another door as well that is closed. Several rats are centered in the middle, but there is no nest. Several barrels look gotten into with grain and other products line the floor. At least six larger rats stare at the group and charge! Two of them hit!

Fenris growls and attacks but misses!

OOC
I roll iniative

Rats (x6) (20)
-1 Attacks Fenris/Hits/2 damage/Saves
-2 Attacks Fenris/Hits/3 damage/Saves
-3 Attacks Fenris
-4 Moves
-5 Moves
--------------------------------------
Ballest   (16)
Fenris    (12) Attacks Rat/Misses
Cumarinda (08)
Brankx    (06)

Ballast
Fighter, 122 posts
HP 49/49, AC: 22
F: +6, R: +3, W: +3
Sun 12 Jan 2020
at 04:44
  • msg #456

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast is surprised by the rats and slices a quick, negligent blow with his shortsword at the nearest feisty rodent attacking Fenris!

OOC: 21:41, Today: Ballast rolled 16 using 1d20+12.  Attack with short sword.
21:42, Today: Ballast rolled 9 using 1d6+8.  Damage with short sword.

Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 174 posts
HP 14/14 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +4
Mon 13 Jan 2020
at 03:36
  • msg #457

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx, still a little nauseated after the last smell, looked at the rats with a sniff. He was unsure of Fenris and what he wanted, but his priority was keeping his friends safe.

He didn't want to waste magic on rats...they may need it later, so he grasped his staff and swung at the nearest rat.

<OOC: Brankx will attack the closest rat

Brankx Onyxshield rolled 18 using 1d20.  attack - Staff.
Brankx Onyxshield rolled 2 using 1d6+1.  damage - staff.>


Memorised Spells
Cantrips (0 Level spells): Detect Magic, Light, Mage hand, Disrupt undead
1st Level Spells: Magic Missile, Magic Missile, Burning Hands, Shield
2nd Level Spells: Acid arrow, Invisibility, Summon monster II

This message was last edited by the player at 04:46, Mon 13 Jan 2020.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 157 posts
HP 51/51, AC:18
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Mon 13 Jan 2020
at 06:28
  • msg #458

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Disgusted by the rats and concerned about the welfare of the unarmed and unarmored mage,
the young red headed cleric draws her sword and attacks Brankx's rat.

Cumarinda Imbrex rolled 6 using 1d20+4 with rolls of 2.  Attack Roll.


Being more concerned about Brankx than killing the rat, she misses it cleanly.
Dungeon Master
GM, 302 posts
Mon 13 Jan 2020
at 12:28
  • msg #459

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The warforged is able to hit, killing the rat!

The four rats remining all miss!

Growling the barbarian misses his mark!

OOC
I roll iniative

Rats (x4) (20)
-1 Attacks Fenris/Hits/2 damage/Saves
-2 Attacks Fenris/Hits/3 damage/Saves
-3 Attacks Fenris
-4 Moves
--------------------------------------
Ballest   (16)
Fenris    (12) Attacks Rat/Misses
Cumarinda (08)
Brankx    (06)

Ballast
Fighter, 123 posts
HP 49/49, AC: 22
F: +6, R: +3, W: +3
Mon 13 Jan 2020
at 15:32
  • msg #460

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast lashes out now with more vigor, skewering a rat with pinpoint precision and brutal power!

OOC: 09:31, Today: Ballast rolled 28 using 1d20+12.  Attack with shortsword.
09:31, Today: Ballast rolled 14 using 1d6+8.  Damage from shortsword.

Dungeon Master
GM, 304 posts
Mon 13 Jan 2020
at 15:42
  • msg #461

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

SLICE! The warforged kills another rat!

OOC
I roll iniative

Rats (x4) (20)
-1
-2
-3
--------------------------------------
Ballest   (16) Done
Fenris    (12) Done
Cumarinda (08)
Brankx    (06)

Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 158 posts
HP 51/51, AC:18
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Tue 14 Jan 2020
at 00:19
  • msg #462

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Cumarinda sighs and repostions her sheild to protect herself from the vicious rats.
She takes another swing at the rodent before her and the dwarf mage.

Cumarinda Imbrex rolled 6 using 1d20+4 with rolls of 2.  Attack Roll.

Again she slices the air above the dirty creature. "My Lord Pelor seems to want me to remember that killing is not what I am best at." she says shaking her head.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 175 posts
HP 14/14 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +4
Tue 14 Jan 2020
at 08:21
  • msg #463

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

seeing still having rats standing, the mage contemplated using a burning hands spell, but dismissed it just as fast, knowing the damage to stock it could do. He again swung the staff at the nearest rat, cursing in dwarvish

<OOC:  Attacks the nesrest rt with staff

Brankx Onyxshield rolled 13 using 1d20.  attack - Staff.
Brankx Onyxshield rolled 4 using 1d6+1.  damage - staff.>

Dungeon Master
GM, 307 posts
Tue 14 Jan 2020
at 12:32
  • msg #464

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Both the wizard and cleric miss!

The rats attack! One of them attacks the wizard, the cleric and the fighter!

The wizared and cleric are both hit!
Brankx: 3 Damage/Fort Save DC 11
Cumarinda: 2 Damage/Fort Save DC 11


The barbarian swings his blade and it sinks into the chest of the rat that attacks the cleric. He throws it across the room and it splatters against the wall.

OOC
Rats (x2 (20)
-1
-2
--------------------------------------
Ballest   (16)
Fenris    (12) Done
Cumarinda (08)
Brankx    (06)

Ballast
Fighter, 125 posts
HP 49/49, AC: 22
F: +6, R: +3, W: +3
Tue 14 Jan 2020
at 12:48
  • msg #465

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast shifts to put himself within reach of the one that attacked Brankx, and slices another rat with gusto!

OOC: 06:46, Today: Ballast rolled 17 using 1d20+12.  Attack with shortsword.
06:46, Today: Ballast rolled 13 using 1d6+8.  Damage from shortsword.

Dungeon Master
GM, 308 posts
Tue 14 Jan 2020
at 12:52
  • msg #466

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Another one bites the dust!

OOC
Rat (20)
--------------------------------------
Ballest   (16) Done
Fenris    (12) Done
Cumarinda (08)
Brankx    (06)

Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 176 posts
HP 14/14 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +4
Tue 14 Jan 2020
at 14:04
  • msg #467

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx winces at the miss, but grunts when the rat bites him. Normally wizards weren't physically strong against diseases, but Brankx was a dwarf and of hardy lineage. With a grunt, he kicked the rat away and swung again with his staff but again missed his small target.

"Damn ye....i'll catch ye and cook ye up as meat on a stick!"!"


<OOC: Brankx Onyxshield rolled 19 using 1d20+4.  fort save.

Brankx Onyxshield rolled 11 using 1d20+2.  attack - Staff.>

Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 159 posts
HP 51/51, AC:18
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Wed 15 Jan 2020
at 06:44
  • msg #468

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The young cleric exclaims, "Ahhaa! You filthy beast! Take this!" and wildly swings once more at the rat that bit her, missing it once again.

Whether by divine providence or the hardiness brought on by a life of service, she also proves too healthy for disease to take root in her body.

OOC:
Cumarinda Imbrex rolled 12 using 1d20+4 with rolls of 8.  Attack Roll.
Cumarinda Imbrex rolled 13 using 1d20+7 with rolls of 6.  fort save.

Fenris
Barbarian, 38 posts
HP 60/60, AC: 15/17 Rage
F: +7, R: +3 (+5), W: +1
Wed 15 Jan 2020
at 10:30
  • msg #469

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The rat attacks the wizard, doing little damage to him just as Fenris stabs the rat killing him. He grunts and turns looking at the injured woman.
Ballast
Fighter, 126 posts
HP 49/49, AC: 22
F: +6, R: +3, W: +3
Wed 15 Jan 2020
at 12:20
  • msg #470

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"Is everyone functional?" Ballast asks, and turns to look at Brankx and Cumarinda.  "I saw the rats attack you; are you wounded?"
Fenris
Barbarian, 39 posts
HP 60/60, AC: 15/17 Rage
F: +7, R: +3 (+5), W: +1
Fri 17 Jan 2020
at 12:44
  • msg #471

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Not finding anything, the barbarian goes to the next door. He grunts, glancing at the others and lowers his sword as he waits.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 161 posts
HP 51/49, AC:18
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Sat 18 Jan 2020
at 11:28
  • msg #472

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

In reply to Ballast (msg # 470):

Cumarinda examines her wound and that of Brankx. "For me, its nothing that a little water and a good nights rest won't cure. I am fully functional." she says with a smile, dismissive of her own injury.

Looking to the dwarf she asks, "That looks like it might slow you down a bit great mage, shall I tend to it for you?"
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 177 posts
HP 14/14 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +4
Sat 18 Jan 2020
at 22:45
  • msg #473

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The dwarf winces at the wound, smiling at the priest. "That would be appreciated girlie....that rat took quite a chunk outa me.'
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 162 posts
HP 51/49, AC:18
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Mon 20 Jan 2020
at 22:13
  • msg #474

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

With her ever-present smile, the young cleric casts a quick spell and cures the dwarf's wounds. "There, that should take care of that nasty bite." she adds in a motherly tone after the spell's healing takes effect.

OOC
Cure Minor Wounds for 3 HP

Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 179 posts
HP 14/14 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +4
Tue 21 Jan 2020
at 00:12
  • msg #475

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx watched as the chunk of flesh healed over a little, slowing the bleeding, allowing the mage to issue a sigh. "Thank ye....that will keep mne goin' fer a bit."

the dwarf hobbled a little, but followed on
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 163 posts
HP 51/49, AC:18
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Tue 21 Jan 2020
at 09:18
  • msg #476

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Catching up to the stoic barbarian, Cumarinda quickly examines him for wounds as they proceed. "Fenris, are you hurt?" she asked him kindly.
Dungeon Master
GM, 315 posts
Tue 21 Jan 2020
at 12:55
  • msg #477

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The warrior shakes his head and even if he was hurt-he'd throw dirt in it.

Dirt alwauys helps right?

He goes to open the door, opposite of Ballast once everyone is good and the door is opened slowly. Another nest but this one is bigger about 20x20. Barrels line the walls, some are open and some are closed. Bottles look like they were on the top shelf but looks like it was toppled over and some are smashed. There's another door as well.
Ballast
Fighter, 130 posts
HP 49/49, AC: 22
F: +6, R: +3, W: +3
Fri 24 Jan 2020
at 03:17
  • msg #478

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast brings his sword into position and swings his barnacle-covered shield to cover as many as the people behind him as he can.  "Two armed rat-people with swords and crossbows right across the room!" he calls out.  And then charges across the room with thunderous intent!

OOC:  21:15, Today: Ballast rolled 28 using 1d20+12.  Attack with shortsword. (Attack will be 2 more if charge goes through - I know the nest may preclude charging, in which case I just make a double move towards them.)
21:15, Today: Ballast rolled 13 using 1d6+8.  Shortsword damage.

Dungeon Master
GM, 318 posts
Fri 24 Jan 2020
at 23:01
  • msg #479

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The warforged moves and gets close to the werecreatures but doesn't attack yet.

The creatures attack the warforged! They miss!

Fenris goes to the other side and attacks! He rips into one of them and it drops but remains alive!

Ballast skewers the one on the ground, killing it.

OOC Group is up-Cumarinda, Brankx are up.
Anyone with ranks in Arcana or Nature can roll.
Ballast 21-Flanking
---------------------------------------------------------
Creature
---------------------------------------------------------
Cumarinda 14
Brankx 13
Fenris 09-Flanking

Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 182 posts
HP 8/14 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +4
Fri 24 Jan 2020
at 23:20
  • msg #480

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx opens his eyes wide. "damn big rats!" he mutters as he immediately behind casting a spell to help his warforged friend. With him so close, his best option was the arcane bolts popular with most magic users.

He held his hand, palm up and chanted, causing a blue-purple glowing energy to manifest and grow. When he finished, the energy flew for the weather, splitting in two and creating either side of the warforged to strike it

<OOC: Brankx Onyxshield rolled 8 using 1d20+6.  Knowledge- Arcane.

Brankx attacks with magic missile

Brankx Onyxshield rolled 5 using 1d4+1.  Magic missile 2.
Brankx Onyxshield rolled 3 using 1d4+1.  Magic missile 1.>

Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 166 posts
HP 51/49, AC:18
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Sat 25 Jan 2020
at 07:34
  • msg #481

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Frowning, Cumarinda glances at the rodent of unusual size then back towards the still wounded dwarf wizard. "Pelor knows that I will never forgive myself if I let this beast bring you down, Brankx. So I will bring you back to full health." With that she cast a spell of healing upon him.


OOC:

Cumarinda Imbrex rolled 4 using 1d20+3.  Knowledge(arcana) check.

She then spontaneously cast Cure Light Wounds on Brnakx
Cumarinda Imbrex rolled 12 using 1d8+7.  Cure Light Wounds on Brankx.

Dungeon Master
GM, 319 posts
Sat 25 Jan 2020
at 20:40
  • msg #482

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The rate creature attacks Fenris after he's hit by the magic missile! His blade sinks into Fenris's right leg!

Take 8 damage Fenris

OOC Group is up
Anyone with ranks in Arcana or Nature can roll.
Ballast 21-Flanking
---------------------------------------------------------
Creature-Attacks/Hits Fenris
---------------------------------------------------------
Cumarinda 14
Brankx 13
Fenris 09-Flanking

Ballast
Fighter, 132 posts
HP 49/49, AC: 22
F: +6, R: +3, W: +3
Sat 25 Jan 2020
at 21:55
  • msg #483

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast swings hard at the remaining rat-person, his sword slashing to strike deep!

OOC: 15:53, Today: Ballast rolled 25 using 1d20+12.  Attack with shortsword. (27 with flanking)
15:53, Today: Ballast rolled 14 using 1d6+8.  Shortsword damage.

Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 167 posts
HP 51/49, AC:18
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Sun 26 Jan 2020
at 23:58
  • msg #484

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Torn between the desire to see the attacking monster defeated, and the new wound caused by the rat creature's blade on Fenris, she hesitates.


OOC:

Cumarinda will hold her action until after Brankx's next action.

Dungeon Master
GM, 320 posts
Mon 27 Jan 2020
at 02:37
  • msg #485

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The rat creature falls to the ground, dead. Fenris growls and slams his sword a few times to make sure they are totally dead. He grunts and kneels down to check what they have.

OOC
They have:
2 Rapiers
2 Leather Armor
2 Light Crossbows
40 Bolts
1 Note

Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 183 posts
HP 8/14 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +4
Mon 27 Jan 2020
at 22:47
  • msg #486

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx, fully healed thanks to the priestess second healing spell, looks at her. "Thank ye girl....i feel much better"

He walks over to the rats and spits at their corpses. he looks at Fenris and nods. "Fer once Fenris, i agree with ye on that one." he looked at the gear, and picked up a crossbow and some bolts. "No wonder they feared comin' in here....damn wererats!"

he looked at the others. "Lets get this done....we gotta find tgh' mage yet"
Ballast
Fighter, 133 posts
HP 49/49, AC: 22
F: +6, R: +3, W: +3
Tue 28 Jan 2020
at 04:42
  • msg #487

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"A moment," Ballast says, and picks up the note to read it.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 168 posts
HP 51/49, AC:18
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Tue 28 Jan 2020
at 09:37
  • msg #488

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Looking over the dead wererat, Cumarinda shook her head and then looked over to Fenris. Quietly she resolved that despite his habit of spreading dirt into his wounds, she would use her next Pelor-given cure spell on him in the next battle.

After gathering up the remaining bolts, she started to reach for the note but was preempted by Ballast. "If you don't mind, Ballast, I would like to get a look at the note too. But by all means, read it first so we can all hear it."
Ballast
Fighter, 134 posts
HP 49/49, AC: 22
F: +6, R: +3, W: +3
Tue 28 Jan 2020
at 14:34
  • msg #489

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast cannot furrow his brow, but his voice is worried as he speaks, "The sahuagain hired the rats to infest the storage area.  That at least explains the sudden arrival, but what do the rats gain?  Food?  For certain that would run out quickly enough."  He passes the note over to Cumarinda's inspection.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 184 posts
HP 8/14 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +4
Tue 28 Jan 2020
at 22:37
  • msg #490

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The dwarf furrowed his brow in thought. "Those bloodyt water demons are up ter somethin'....damn me wish i knew whatr they were thinkin'"

the dwarf tapped his chin, thinking. "They wanted them to keep people out....there's somethin' here, or i'm a bearded gnome"
Fenris
Barbarian, 40 posts
HP 60/52, AC: 15/17 Rage
F: +7, R: +3 (+5), W: +1
Thu 30 Jan 2020
at 13:21
  • msg #491

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"Rats eat anything." The barbarian grunts. He then goes about checking the area, leaving anything found on the bodies of the wererats.
Ballast
Fighter, 135 posts
HP 49/49, AC: 22
F: +6, R: +3, W: +3
Thu 30 Jan 2020
at 14:14
  • msg #492

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"Perhaps there is else the water devils wanted the rat people to infest.  They are not cleanly.  If these are the stores for the village, for certain most of them are fouled.  And there is yet something here that can cause the guards to drop into unconsciousness.  Did... they let something out?" Ballast speculates.
Dungeon Master
GM, 323 posts
Fri 31 Jan 2020
at 23:14
  • msg #493

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The dwarf moves about and oddly finds a old doorway behind a pile of barrels. Is it a secret door? Probably not but he did find it!
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 170 posts
HP 51/49, AC:18
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Sat 1 Feb 2020
at 00:51
  • msg #494

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Cumarinda looks around at the remaining barrels and bottles curiously. She stops when Brankx reveals the hidden doorway. "Hmmm. could that be more trouble? Pelor be praised, I think we need to look there anyway."
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 186 posts
HP 8/14 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +4
Sat 1 Feb 2020
at 05:07
  • msg #495

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx, surprised himself with the find, shrugged. "If those water demons hired these rat people, they had to come in and outa somewhere. Either way, let's check it out."
Ballast
Fighter, 136 posts
HP 49/49, AC: 22
F: +6, R: +3, W: +3
Sun 2 Feb 2020
at 16:51
  • msg #496

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast nods in agreement and goes to try the door, giving it a good shove if it seems stuck.  They were going to get to the bottom (or back) of this one way or another!
Dungeon Master
GM, 325 posts
Mon 3 Feb 2020
at 13:17
  • msg #497

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The door opens and leads downwards sharply. Fenris grunts and decides to follow the warforged.  Its a sharp angle, but the barbarian is able to keep moving as well as the others that follow. There is little light as well.
Ballast
Fighter, 138 posts
HP 49/49, AC: 22
F: +6, R: +3, W: +3
Wed 5 Feb 2020
at 13:27
  • msg #498

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast lights a torch and passes it back to Brankx as they descend down the passage, sword out in case of trouble.
Dungeon Master
GM, 328 posts
Wed 5 Feb 2020
at 13:50
  • msg #499

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Time passes and the corridor seems to go on forever. The group stops as they pass a door that is closed but it seems to have a light coming out from underneath it. Fenris waits and looks at the others and then further down the corridor into the darkness. The door itself looks old and worn down.
Ballast
Fighter, 139 posts
HP 49/49, AC: 22
F: +6, R: +3, W: +3
Wed 5 Feb 2020
at 13:55
  • msg #500

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast signals to the others, one... two... on three he opens the door (or bashes it, if it's locked), eager to catch whoever is using this strangely-placed room!
Dungeon Master
GM, 329 posts
Thu 6 Feb 2020
at 00:28
  • msg #501

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The door is open and inside are several barrels and baskets looking like they were thrown inside. Its a small room, about twenty by twenty and if moves around be a decent place to sit. Theres nothing important in the room besides this and it looks rather old.
This message was last edited by the GM at 00:29, Thu 06 Feb 2020.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 187 posts
HP 8/14 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +4
Thu 6 Feb 2020
at 03:24
  • msg #502

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx looks at the rooms and sniffs. The age of the room makes him suspicious, and he looks at the others. "Smells old and stuffy here....should we look anyway?"
This message was last edited by the player at 04:15, Thu 06 Feb 2020.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 171 posts
HP 51/49, AC:18
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Thu 6 Feb 2020
at 08:21
  • msg #503

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"I think we shouldn't leave any door behind us unexplored. That way, we reduce the chance that something will catch us off-guard from behind." she noted with a smile as she began to look over the room.
Fenris
Barbarian, 41 posts
HP 60/52, AC: 15/17 Rage
F: +7, R: +3 (+5), W: +1
Sun 9 Feb 2020
at 23:10
  • msg #504

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"Rest here?" The barbarian watches the group, grunting at times. He looks at them for a moment.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 188 posts
HP 8/14 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +4
Sun 9 Feb 2020
at 23:50
  • msg #505

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The dwarf nods, entering the room. He looks around, moving things around with a grunt, but seems like he was struggling.  When a barrel rolled on a toe, the dwarf started swaring in dwarvish. "Damn wish that rogue hadn't disappeared on us....he's more suited to this that i. I'm a Mage!"

He grumbled as he left the room.

<OOC:  Brankx Onyxshield rolled 9 using 1d20+6.  search check.>
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 172 posts
HP 51/49, AC:18
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Tue 11 Feb 2020
at 22:13
  • msg #506

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Cumarinda looks first to the elf barbarian and then to the others, "So far I've seen nothing much to cause concern. Also Fenris has asked for a rest. Let's rest here for a bit."
Dungeon Master
GM, 331 posts
Wed 12 Feb 2020
at 03:25
  • msg #507

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The dwarf doesn't find anything and the elf seems aggrivated by the cleric. He grunts "No rest." He stands in the doorway, watching the hall with his sword out. The elf watches the dwarf turn to leave the storage area and he glances at the warforged and human  and the dwarf probably ponders what caused the light but its gone now. Odd.

Further down the corrider it curves and goes downwards to a door slightly open. Once open its another storage room. Of course. But the room feels odd. Colder.

OOC
My bad forgot about the light, was supposed to be dark and gloomy but eh.

listen, search and spots needed

This message was last edited by the GM at 15:11, Thu 13 Feb 2020.
Ballast
Fighter, 141 posts
HP 49/49, AC: 22
F: +6, R: +3, W: +3
Thu 13 Feb 2020
at 15:06
  • msg #508

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast doesn't worry as much about the cold as others, and enters the room cautiously.  Perhaps something here leads to the tombs they had explored?  Or to some other place the sea devils found important.  He gestures the others in as he looks about.


OOC: 09:05, Today: Ballast rolled 21 using 1d20+3.  Listen check.
09:05, Today: Ballast rolled 18 using 1d20+3.  Spot check.

Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 189 posts
HP 8/14 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +4
Thu 13 Feb 2020
at 16:41
  • msg #509

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx sands in the door, the cold making him hesitate, as he looks around, his eyes and ears sharp for what is different in this room.

Brankx smiles as he moves forward, seeing the source of the difference in the temperature..a hidden waterway in the far corner of the room. The dwarf looks at the construction with a sniff. "Not an old entrance...this is but a new construction, a few months at most."

he looks at the others. "Wish i could breathe underwater....make things better to search there."

<OOC:

Brankx Onyxshield rolled 19 using 1d20+2.  Spot Check.
Brankx Onyxshield rolled 17 using 1d20+6.  Search check.
Brankx Onyxshield rolled 16 using 1d20+4.  Listen check.

ROCK the dwarf mage!>

This message was last edited by the player at 16:57, Thu 13 Feb 2020.
Ballast
Fighter, 142 posts
HP 49/49, AC: 22
F: +6, R: +3, W: +3
Thu 13 Feb 2020
at 18:09
  • msg #510

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast shrugs. "I do not breathe. Have you a magical light so that I can see what is down there?
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 173 posts
HP 51/49, AC:18
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Thu 13 Feb 2020
at 21:48
  • msg #511

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Quickly joining the others, Cumarinda shivers as they enter the clammy storage room. "Well the waterway would explain where the sea devils are coming from."

OOC:

Cumarinda Imbrex rolled 9 using 1d20+6.  Spot Check
Cumarinda Imbrex rolled 2 using 1d20+1.  Search Check.
Cumarinda Imbrex rolled 9 using 1d20+6.  Listen check.



Perceiving nothing more unusual about the room than had been pointed out by the others, she listened to their words (and grunts) and then slowly drew her blessed longsword. "I pray that great Pelor has seen fit to imbue this sword with divine radiance enough to shed light upon the darkness that we find ahead of us."
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 191 posts
HP 8/14 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +4
Fri 14 Feb 2020
at 11:36
  • msg #512

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx looks down the hole with a sniff. "I don't think it's a great idea to go down there alone big guy....i don't doubt ye skills, i just be wary of those damn water demons sneaking up on ye. I can cast a spell that lights a single item, but the issue is time and th' fact we can't back ye up."
Fenris
Barbarian, 42 posts
HP 60/52, AC: 15/17 Rage
F: +7, R: +3 (+5), W: +1
Fri 14 Feb 2020
at 18:04
  • msg #513

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"I go." The barbarian watches the group.
This message was last edited by the player at 15:42, Mon 17 Feb 2020.
Ballast
Fighter, 144 posts
HP 49/49, AC: 22
F: +6, R: +3, W: +3
Mon 17 Feb 2020
at 15:35
  • msg #514

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"Or we could find or fashion something to block it off.  That could be simplest if we wish to disrupt them.  For the time being, we could place things about the opening that would make a racket if pushed through; then we could finish searching the rest of this place while having a warning if a sea devil surfaced and tried to come after us," Ballast suggests.  "Fenris, we don't know how far this tunnel goes; I would not see you drown in exploring it."
Fenris
Barbarian, 43 posts
HP 60/52, AC: 15/17 Rage
F: +7, R: +3 (+5), W: +1
Mon 17 Feb 2020
at 15:44
  • msg #515

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Shaking his head as if not agreeing, the barbarian growls and goes over to the wall. He stares at the warforged, then looks at all the broken bottles, barrels and well bags thrown about.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 174 posts
HP 51/49, AC:18
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Mon 17 Feb 2020
at 19:32
  • msg #516

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

After a moment of thought and seeing to come to some kind of decision the young cleric speaks, "I think its best that we somehow determine how long and far that water tunnel goes.

Ballast, why don't you take the light from Brankx and follow the tunnel until you find one of three things, a place where the rest of us can breathe, a sea devil coming this way, or the magic of the light fading. Once you have found any one of these three, you come back to us and report. "


She looks around at the rest of the party,"I don't want to risk anyone drowning when we don't have to. While Ballast goes searching, the rest of us will guard his back  here."
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 192 posts
HP 8/14 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +4
Mon 17 Feb 2020
at 20:49
  • msg #517

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx thought ballast going down on his own was a bad idea, but the clerics reasoning was sound....the sea devils were sneaky and the group needed every advantage.

Brankx looked around and smiled, walking up to ballast, he cast a simple light spell on his shield.

"This way if they sneak up on ye, you'll be ready and still have light."
Ballast
Fighter, 145 posts
HP 49/49, AC: 22
F: +6, R: +3, W: +3
Tue 18 Feb 2020
at 01:32
  • msg #518

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"Very well.  I shall see you soon," he says, and steps into the water, glowing shield at the ready.  He will climb down if it is needed, and walk along the bottom of the flooded tunnel, alert for any movement or anything unusual.

OOC: 19:32, Today: Ballast rolled 5 using 1d20+3.  Spot check.
19:32, Today: Ballast rolled 4 using 1d20+3.  Listen check.

Fenris
Barbarian, 44 posts
HP 60/52, AC: 15/17 Rage
F: +7, R: +3 (+5), W: +1
Tue 18 Feb 2020
at 18:21
  • msg #519

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The warrior stands near the doorway and waits for anything to happen. He doesn't look happy, not even remotely.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 193 posts
HP 8/14 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +4
Fri 21 Feb 2020
at 02:13
  • msg #520

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx looks at Fenris, in his bad mood at the delay. "Would ye rather a swarm of those fishy bastards sneak up o' us? Best ter check...even if it takes a bit. I can tell ye i'd rather know it's clear."

He looks down the passage. "I'm not happy 'bout the big guy goin' on his own though."
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 175 posts
HP 51/49, AC:18
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Fri 21 Feb 2020
at 05:31
  • msg #521

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Cumarinda manages a slight smile as she speaks with the others, "I know that we'd all rather be down there with Ballast watching his back. But since none of us can do without breathing air like he can, we can't go places where he can. Besides, I'm sure that he will be back soon."

She brings her hands together, bows her head, and closes her eyes as she prays "Great Sun Father, look upon us with your favor and bless Ballast as he goes forth to do good and fight evil. In your name I pray Lord Pelor." 
Dungeon Master
GM, 336 posts
Fri 21 Feb 2020
at 13:21
  • msg #522

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The barbarian stares at the cleric who seems to be talking to herself. Ballast isn't here. So why is she putting a blessing on him? Apprently he doesn't really grasp the concept.

About two hours pass by. Three hours. Movement comes up from the cavern below.

Ballast makes his way up to them, but its tough. He stands there, drenched.
Ballast
Fighter, 146 posts
HP 49/49, AC: 22
F: +6, R: +3, W: +3
Fri 21 Feb 2020
at 14:37
  • msg #523

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast lets himself drain for a moment, shaking out any extra water over the hole if he can.  "The passage leads out to a beach, somewhere away from the village.  I saw no tracks, islands, ships, or signs of habitation.  Perhaps the sea devils come from the sea into this passage, but if that is the case, I saw nothing recent.  Nor did I see any side passages."
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 176 posts
HP 51/49, AC:18
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Sat 22 Feb 2020
at 02:58
  • msg #524

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Cumarinda walks up to Ballast and says a heartfelt, "Thank you for making that journey for us. Now that we know where it goes can follow your earlier idea and block it off for now, using these barrels and baskets to warn us if someone attempts to come through."

Looking to the others she continues, "When we leave we'll tell the mayor and the rest about the waterway so they can do something more permanent about it. For now, lets move on, we've spent enough time here."
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 194 posts
HP 8/14 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +4
Sat 22 Feb 2020
at 09:52
  • msg #525

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx Smiles at the emergence of Ballast. He nods at him. "Hoped it was that way....but me pa always said hope fer the best, expect th' worst."

He looked at the others. "Lets get goin' before Fenris leaves us and steals all th' fun himself."
Dungeon Master
GM, 340 posts
Sun 23 Feb 2020
at 02:28
  • msg #526

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The barbarian seems to be angered or upset. He doesn't argue with the dwarf which is odd and seems distant from the others. Course that seems ordinary for him but he just seems more distant. After putting some barrels and anything they can use to try to block up the area for now, and locking the door they head back to the main area and to see the mayor who is standing outside the inn, speaking to a few others.

The mayor motions them over "The guard wants to press charges on him but I know you are trying to help. So what caused the comatose guard? I have been getting the other townspeople to watch the areas. We have a small wall but the guards have not seen anyone come in or leave. We need to build the walls up but we need to repair the crystal." He seems worried.
Ballast
Fighter, 147 posts
HP 49/49, AC: 22
F: +6, R: +3, W: +3
Mon 24 Feb 2020
at 03:24
  • msg #527

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"We have not yet discovered the cause for the illness.  There were large rats and rat people in the storage area, which we dispatched, though many supplies were ruined.  There was also a passage that led underwater to a distant beach, which may be how the sea devils were sneaking in.  But there were some parts of the storage area I don't believe we have fully examined yet," Ballast says to the mayor.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 196 posts
HP 8/14 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +4
Mon 24 Feb 2020
at 04:35
  • msg #528

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The dwarf nods as Ballast talks, and adds his part when finished. "Th rats or rat people could have had a pite t5hat had a disease or poison thaqt caused th' comat5osed man....but without time this is just a guess. I am also guessin' ye want us to get th' crystal fixed as soon as possible. My advice....get a group of ye guards and seal t5hat room...even if ye board up that room's door. Those water demons are behind this, or i'm a bearded gnome!"
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 178 posts
HP 51/49, AC:18
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Thu 27 Feb 2020
at 00:16
  • msg #529

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"Mayor, we wanted to be sure we reported our discovery. I'm sure you won't mind if we take some time for rest and prayer before we move on. " said Cumarinda.
This message was last edited by the player at 09:37, Thu 27 Feb 2020.
Dungeon Master
GM, 343 posts
Fri 28 Feb 2020
at 13:56
  • msg #530

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"I will see that the storage area is contained. If I must it will be burned down and a new location will be made to avoid any further Sahuagin and rat people attacking us from within." The mayor nods his head "And I will have the rest of the storage area checked as I know what we may go up against. I thank you. And of course you can rest within the tavern."

It does seem to be getting cold every hour.

As the group is talking to the mayor, it seems the barbarian is gone.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 179 posts
HP 51/49, AC:18
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Sat 29 Feb 2020
at 19:14
  • msg #531

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Cumarinda sighs, "Some people insist on keeping their own council. Our barbarian has left us again. I'm sure Pelor will watch over him until after we have a chance to rest and refresh ourselves."
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 197 posts
HP 8/14 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +4
Mon 2 Mar 2020
at 00:48
  • msg #532

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The dwarf nods his thanks to the mayor then looks around with a stern look on his face. "First the damn rogue disappears, now the damn elf decides to take a walk!" The dwarf, clearly agitated, throws his hands up in the air. "Damn fool too stubborn fer his own good."

\He looks at Ballast and Cumarinda. "It's gettin' cold.  lets rest then leave in th' morn and find this mage."
Ballast
Fighter, 148 posts
HP 49/49, AC: 22
F: +6, R: +3, W: +3
Mon 2 Mar 2020
at 15:57
  • msg #533

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast shrugs. "If they do not want the storage area completely cleared, then that is fine. The mage and the crystal seem to be more important for the long-term health of the village anyway.  Brankx, if you have time in the future, this shield I found seems to have some kind of magic in it, perhaps. If you could determine its nature at some point, I would be grateful."

Ballast will stand watch over the inn while the others sleep, carving little boats to while away the hours.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 199 posts
HP 8/14 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +4
Mon 2 Mar 2020
at 23:16
  • msg #534

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx nods at the warforged. "Sure can big guy.....there's some bracers I'm curious about anyway."

Brankx will idenify any items and rest up and gain spells before the trip
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 182 posts
HP 51/49, AC:18
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Tue 3 Mar 2020
at 09:59
  • msg #535

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Cumarinda will heal those who have any wounds left before eating, resting and praying for her spells for the next day. She will thank Brankx for identifying the unknown magic items and for sharing the knowledge he gains from his efforts.

Two hours before they gather to continue on to seek Lars Hayton the mage who may know more about the crystals that protect the village, Cumarinda will look for any sign of Fenris if he has not returned by that time.
This message was last edited by the player at 10:08, Tue 03 Mar 2020.
Dungeon Master
GM, 349 posts
Tue 3 Mar 2020
at 11:59
  • msg #536

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

After at least a day, the mage is able to get all his spells back and cast what he needs to cast upon the items. Food, drink and sleep are all provided and they are left alone. But there is no sign of the barbarian. No one saw him at all. And its getting colder every moment. A bit of frost covers the area outside.

OOC
+1 Large Shield of Cold (+5 Resistance)
Bracers of Armor +1
Ioun Stone of Alertness

Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 201 posts
HP 8/14 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +4
Fri 6 Mar 2020
at 11:34
  • msg #537

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The dwarf stretched after his long night of identifying items, study and finally sleep, and though it was a busy night, he was rested enough.  He held the three items in his hand as he met the group.

"Some nice stuff here. Ballast....this shield may suit ye needs. It holds a minor magical enchantment makin' it lighter and stronger, but also helps with th' effects of cold....an' given th' weather may be useful."

He holds up the bracers. "these Offer a semblance of protection fer th' wearer. Common amongst spellcasters.  If no one objects, i would like these."

The final item, a Dark blue stone, he smiles. "Now this stone is more than a gem. It makes ye senses sharper and floats above or near ye. Never seen an Ioun stone, but heard o' their powers."
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 187 posts
HP 51/51, AC:18
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Sat 7 Mar 2020
at 03:34
  • msg #538

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Cumarinda's habitual smile faltered for a moment as she addressed the remaining members of the party. "I have seen Fenris in a dream and I believe he will join us when we need him most."

She paused again her smile returning before she spoke again, "I know what we have been asked to do is for the greater good and I always welcome ideas and direction from anyone in our group. Please feel free to speak up if you think of something I haven't or that I might be doing something wrong. With that being said, are we ready to go forward and find the mage that can save this village?"
Ballast
Fighter, 151 posts
HP 49/49, AC: 22
F: +6, R: +3, W: +3
Sat 7 Mar 2020
at 04:17
  • msg #539

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast hefts his new shield with a nod at Cumarinda.  "Fenris is a free being, so he will do as he wills. But yes, let us go find this mage, as he seems the most important to saving this village. And you speak well for us, Healer. People trust your words."
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 202 posts
HP 8/14 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +4
Sat 7 Mar 2020
at 10:55
  • msg #540

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The dwarf waved a hand and snorted at the healer. "Pay the pointy eared princess no heed lass...he lives fer his emotions. They mostly be anger, but i don't doubt his heart....he is a warrior, loyal to his friends" He turns, shouldering his pack as he straps the bracers on his arms, muttering. "..Somewhat think-headed fer an elf, but friend none th' less"

He looks at the woman with a smile. "I be an unusual Dwarf lass, not many claim the magical arts in my race, just like Fenris and his wild nature....but we know our places. You, me girl, have come to us as a voice o' reason and a arm against undead. Ye voice is welcome, as is ye wisdom."

Despite the dwarf's bluster, he seemed a little more cheerful this morning, if not a little tired...and this wasn't entirely from the magical items.

While studying, he went over the trip to date, how Fenris irritated him, how people left, and how his spells seemed to last only a little time (Despite being effective).

In this frustration, he felt the crumbling of a mental block....wether the need to protect his friends, or just the sheer frustration at himself, but in his spellbook, something his mentor had finally made sense.


he attained a higher level of magic.

This excited the dwarf, being able to use and test new magic spells, and this trip, if it was as half as dangerous as the rest of this island jaunt had been (Which he suspected it would), that would come all too soon
This message was last edited by the player at 05:15, Wed 11 Mar 2020.
Viggie Storr
NPC, 1 post
Wed 11 Mar 2020
at 11:57
  • msg #541

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Once everything is said and done, the tavern is quiet. The keep grumbles as he puts some ale mugs away as the group comes down. It seems like hes the only person in the inn besides the mayor who walks in "So all set? I was able to get each of you some warmer clothing. Ad here is a map of the island, least where we have been and the location of the ruins where I think the mage is residing. There is also some areas I am not sure of but they are marked. Here and here." He points out a area close by, some distance off and another in a mountinaus region. He points out in the upper area "Misery's Peak. Few went up there, none returned. Probably the place where the dragon lurks. Top of the island."
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 205 posts
HP 8/14 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +4
Wed 11 Mar 2020
at 20:07
  • msg #542

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

When Brankx woke, he was still in a good mood after his realizations of the previous night. He came down with his pack and staff and ordered a simple warm meal.

He saw the mayor and sat at the table

Brankx, in all the excitement of what had happened since arriving, had forgotten about the dragon. He wondered on something then....could there be a link between the white dragon and the coldness if this island?

He let the thoughts slip. a thought for anothet time, he thought to himself.

He took the map, looking at the locations and nodded. "We get  decent meal then leave fer the ruins...look fer this mage. these other places we will look if need be, but he is our main goal here."
Ballast
Fighter, 153 posts
HP 49/49, AC: 22
F: +6, R: +3, W: +3
Thu 12 Mar 2020
at 06:54
  • msg #543

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"I am ready.  Let us find this mage, and where this dragon lairs, so that this place may be free from its tyranny," Ballast says.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 189 posts
HP 51/51, AC:18
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Sat 14 Mar 2020
at 20:58
  • msg #544

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Cumarinda knelt in the open rays of sunlight, her hands clasped in silent prayer. While moments passed the sun seemed to infuse her with its light and she grew brighter and brighter until she was blinding to look at. In an instant it was over and she stood up and smiled, her face seeming even cheerier.

"The Great Sun Father has seen fit to endow me with more of his grace. Now more than every before I know we will save this village and its people. It is our will, it is the will of the people and it is Pelor's will. Now we go forth!"

Bubbly and buoyant, almost laughing, she urged the party forward on to their next destination.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 206 posts
HP 8/14 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +4
Mon 16 Mar 2020
at 02:57
  • msg #545

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx sniffed as he shouldered his pack, wrapping his cloak tighter. "Damn me girl...ye always goin' to be so cheerful when ye god talks to ye? We are in an ice storm, tryin' to find a magic user thats in hiding. At least try not to be too happy girl."

Despite his bluster, the dwarf had a smile on his face as he walked, his darkoak staff clicking on the ground as he went
Dungeon Master
GM, 355 posts
Mon 16 Mar 2020
at 15:10
  • msg #546

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The waitress brings you over some eggs and bread as well as some tea. She nods and goes into tbe backroom. When the group is about to eat, the door gets opened. The mayor looks up from his chair as he's about to eat. Standing there is Fenris. He walks in, with two squirrels over his shoulder.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 190 posts
HP 51/51, AC:18
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Mon 16 Mar 2020
at 18:20
  • msg #547

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx Onyxshield:
"Damn me girl...ye always goin' to be so cheerful when ye god talks to ye? We are in an ice storm, tryin' to find a magic user thats in hiding. At least try not to be too happy girl."


"My friend. Why should I be unhappy? I have been blessed even more gifts from Sun Father Pelor. I know that he has gifted me such so I can save this village and its people. For now, I am in a good place surrounded by good people. I am warm with a roof over my head and food before me in the middle of that storm you speak of. I am filled with faith and hope." she replies to Brankx.

After taking a drink of her tea she looks up to see Fenris walking in. Looking to Brankx with a grin she adds, "See, my blessings grow and bring more hope for our success."

Standing she waves over Fenris with a broad warm smile. "Come over and sit with us Fenris, there's some food here if you want to save your catch for later! Or at least have a drink to warm yourself, our mage reminds me that it is cold outside. "
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 207 posts
HP 8/14 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +4
Mon 16 Mar 2020
at 23:44
  • msg #548

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx looks at fenris with a sniff. "where'd ye disappear to?" he shrugged and ate the eggs and bread and drank the tea.

He looks at the mayor with a smile. "I hope ye don't take offence, but we will eat and be on our way...we need ter find this mage and it aint getin' any warmer out there."
Ballast
Fighter, 154 posts
HP 49/49, AC: 22
F: +6, R: +3, W: +3
Tue 17 Mar 2020
at 03:41
  • msg #549

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast looks at the Fenris, the squirrels, and back to Brankx.  "He left to hunt, I presume. That activity seems to be more Fenris' forte than debate."  Ballast's tone is a bit humorous, as if including himself in the jest.
Dungeon Master
GM, 356 posts
Sat 21 Mar 2020
at 00:09
  • msg #550

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The barbarian stares at the cleric, eyes narrowed. He shakes his head as if aggrivated and goes to walk out, after getting a ale to go. The mayor looks like he wants to say something but stops and glances at the others "Thought you said you eat on the way but you just ate and dranke while sitting here. Nevermind then. Do you need anything else? I do bid you good tidings and I hope the mage will be willing to return."
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 208 posts
HP 8/14 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +4
Sat 21 Mar 2020
at 06:37
  • msg #551

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The dwar looked at the mayor. "Mages tent to be smart.....stubborn at time, but given to reason. I'm sure we can talk to him."

He grabs his pack, staff and waits for the others.
Ballast
Fighter, 155 posts
HP 49/49, AC: 22
F: +6, R: +3, W: +3
Sun 22 Mar 2020
at 08:55
  • msg #552

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

If all are ready, Ballast will head out in the direction of the ruins where the mage is said to be, listening to any directions needed to track down this most crucial of magicians...
This message was last edited by the player at 20:12, Sun 22 Mar 2020.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 192 posts
HP 62/62, AC:18
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Sun 22 Mar 2020
at 22:44
  • msg #553

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Cumarinda examines her equipment. Satisfied, she gathers it together for the journey and begins heading forth on their next quest.
Dungeon Master
GM, 477 posts
Tue 29 Sep 2020
at 00:52
  • msg #554

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

A sudden energy burst appears in the center of the village. Lars and the rest of the group comes out of it and it dissapears. The mayor and Kaja stand there, looking rather surprised. Several villagers jump away from it. Some of the kids watch wide-eyed.

Lars stands there, gripping his staff. He watches Kaja who rushes at him and he grabs her, holding her close "Hello." The mayor moves towards them "By Pelors grace I am glad you..." The mage slams his staff against the ground. His eyes narrow as Kaja grips into him. He then releases her "You do not own me. I am here for the crystals and to fix them. Get it."

The mayor nods his head "Of course." He runs back into the inn and returns with the broken shards. Lars moves to him, and holds the staff out. Kaja takes it and he takes the crystals. A bright glowing orb comes from Lars, forming as he focuses. The crystal glows brightly and it reforms. He holds the crystal and goes to drop it as it hovers above the ground.

Biting his lip, he reachs out for it and is able to take it "Bless you Lars. Bless you for aiding us." Lars watches the mayor and the crystal moves from the man and it goes to the center of the village. It then starts to move upwards a few yards as the entire village goes from being very cold into a warm weather. From a dim light with a thick fog to a bright brillant summer day forms. Ice and snow begin to thaw. The crystal them moves to the mage and he holds it with one hand.

Everyone in the village lets out a hooray! The kids smile and some of the villagers approach Lars. He watches this, expecting a cold reply but they thank him. A young girl walks up to the mage and pulls on his robe. He looks down at him and the girl smiles "Thank you. I got a a shell I found it. Yup an' you can have it." She holds out a shell, very simple. Lars doesn't know how to reach and he kneels down, watching the girl. He takes it, as it glows again and it becomes a huge shell covered in different colors. And the man....

He smiles.

Lars stands backup, whispering something to the mayor who nods. The little girl is barely able to grab the big shell and she looks surprised, shocked and happy.

The mage glances at the warforged, the elf, the human and the dwarf "I know where the other crystals are and will claim them. I need to spend time with Kaja. Come to her home when you have a moment." The mage and the woman head into a small home. The crystal remains with Lars and it drops down to him, no longer glowing.

The mayor just looks shocked.

Fenris watches what is going on, eyes narrowed. He grips the clerics hand tightly and realizes what he is doing, glances at her. The barbarian releases his grip, after all that has happened. His entire body is taught, seeing all that has happened. Of course he doesn't speak, his eyes dart from the mage to the mayor. He watches the young girl and Kaja and then relaxes after a few moments.
This message was last edited by the GM at 03:10, Tue 29 Sept 2020.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 274 posts
HP 30 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +5
Tue 29 Sep 2020
at 04:02
  • msg #555

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The dwarf smiles as they appear in town again, the use of the teleporting spell one he had recognised. When the mayor and Lars began talking his smile faded to a serious look.

Then the townspeople came to him, thanking him. Even the girl, offering the shell and made him smile, brankx couldn't help but smile himself.

When Lars took his leave with Kaja, he nodded. Looking at the others he sighed. "Come....I need a drink." he looks at the mayor and points. "First round is yours."
This message was last edited by the GM at 10:17, Tue 29 Sept 2020.
Ballast
Fighter, 191 posts
HP 65/65, AC: 22
F: +7, R: +3, W: +3
Tue 29 Sep 2020
at 08:33
  • msg #556

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast shook his head at the strangeness of it all.  Imagine having such power that you could walk away from your fellows, your kin, and place such barriers that people had to risk their lives only to ask for help.  This Lars was a very, very strange bird, as his old captain used to say.

Powerful, obviously.  Being here one moment and back in the village the next was most convenient, if entirely odd.  Ballast would have to give that some thought during the small hours of the night.

Yet it seemed that Lars was not entirely without some care for his fellows.  At least the small girl had a fine trinket from the short-tempered man.  And he had restored the crystal.

Overall, though, Ballast was quite in agreement with Brankx, even if he did not need to drink.

"A rest would be very welcome," Ballast said, and followed Brankx.  As they walked, he said, "I am concerned that this mind flayer creature, whatever it might be, can control a dragon.  If we go to find and confront this flayer-thing, and whatever allies he has besides the dragon, how do we keep from falling prey to his control?  Can these mind flayers control many people at a time?  What are they?"
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 235 posts
HP 62/57, AC:18
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Fri 2 Oct 2020
at 20:38
  • msg #557

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The young priestess was almost completely distracted by the array of arcane events displayed by Lars Hayden. She noted the reactions of the other members of her party and her smile widened at the village peoples' eager expressions of gratitude to the old grumpy wizard.

Cumarinda's eyes briefly met Fenris' when the barbarian elf looked her way and his grip tightened around her hand. After their eyes parted, she took note of his tension and when it seemed to release. Stepping forward, she shed her helmet and looked skyward, her arms outstretched in a full embrace of joy. "Ah it is so blessed to stand in the full unclouded radiance of the Sun Fathers' gaze! Fenris my friend, isn't this warmth so wonderful?" she beamed while briefly turning in place, her hair a golden-red shimmering cascade around her jubilant face. With Brankx and Ballast looking to get a drink and some rest, she grinned at them both. "A drink and some food sound good right about now, let's go."

She stepped up to Fenris and embraced his in a short, tight, hug. "Yes, you too. Sitting at a table with a mage or a cleric doesn't mean that either of them will casting spells while you're there. Besides, the Mayor is paying for the drinks and food." With a playful smile, she grasped his hand and used it to lead him to join herself and the others.
Dungeon Master
GM, 481 posts
Fri 2 Oct 2020
at 21:25
  • msg #558

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"But but....I..." The mayor seems very surprised as Lars appeared and he apparently has to pay for the adventures to eat and drink. Course he probably mentioned it and seems a bit off probably because the mage appeared in the square out of nowhere "Alright. Come." He moves to the inn and enters the door leaving it open for the adventurers. The man ordered anything the group wants within reason (its a small village after all!).

When the cleric hugged the barbarian his body goes suddenly ridged "Dwarf casts, I hit." Well its right to the point. He doesn't seem to like Brankx and looks at the cleric in his arms "You go. Me hunt." He stares at her and she seems like she wants him to go with her and attempts to drag him along. The man stops, still holding her hand and if trying to decide "No." Well then. Yet his hand stays in her own.
This message was last edited by the GM at 21:35, Fri 02 Oct 2020.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 276 posts
HP 30 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +5
Fri 2 Oct 2020
at 23:43
  • msg #559

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx smiles at the mayors confusion and discomfort. "Ye wanted Lars help...he's here to help. But gotta say he wasn't happy with th' town. He felt used but his sense allowed him to come back - even if it was his family."

The dwarf ordered a simple stew and bread for the meal and an ale.

The dwarf snorted at Fenris's comments but said nothing. He knew that he and the barbarian weren't friends, but they trusted each other to watch the others back and do what they needed to.

"Let 'im go Cumarinda...ye know he likes his time."
Fenris
Barbarian, 51 posts
H80/75, AC: 17/19 Rage
F: +8, R: +5 (+7), W: +2
Sat 3 Oct 2020
at 00:12
  • msg #560

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Fed up, the barbarian walks over to the seated dwarf as he heard the snorted and Brankx's response, and knock the chair out from under him! "Peaceful." His eyes narrow at the downed dwarf. One hand clinches the blade but he doesn't draw it. The other is clenched in a tight fist "Insult me and I will drop you." He goes to grab the dwarf's arm and pulls him up with such a small bit of strength but it feels like a lot to Brankx. The barbarian grunts, taking the dwarves's ale. He goes to drink it but stops and holds it to him.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 277 posts
HP 30 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +5
Sat 3 Oct 2020
at 00:35
  • msg #561

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx drops to tbe ground like a sack of potatoes,  completely surprised by fenris and his 'attack'. Looking up he watched the elvish barbarian tower over him, hand on hilt.

And he laughed.

"Damn me boy....we get home and I gotta take you to meet me kin. you and me brother are so alike its not funny. He even does what you do to me."

He lets the barbarian pick him up and takes the ale. His dwarf blood pumping, if he was his brother, half the inn would be destroyed by now, but brankx was not like other dwarves. He was a man of reason.

And he knew that if fenris got his sword out, he would be dead.

"I don't hate ye fenris...ye more like me kin than I am. ye remind me of home." he takes a drink. "Dont get me confused though boy....we aren't friends, but I'm no enemy either. I trust ye to do your part and watch me back, because while ye don't try yo cut me head off, all mr powers I have ye back boy"

He picked up his seat and sat down. "Now if ye done, I want a meal, a drink and a rest without something on this damn island trying ter kill me fer a few damn hours"
Dungeon Master
GM, 482 posts
Sat 3 Oct 2020
at 01:08
  • msg #562

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"Shut your mouth." The words are spoken from Fenris and he's aggrivated as he is laughed at. So whats the barbarian going to do? The chair is thrown back and the dwarf is on the ground again. The blade is out, near the dwarf's neck "Do not call me 'boy'. My name is Fenris." This time he doesn't grab at the dwarf. The blade is sheathed. His is obviously rather aggrivated and it seems the dwarf wants him to be least in his eyes. The elf actually drinks the ale that the dwarf ordered. And he actually smiled once it was done.

The mayor sits there looking at the two adventures arguing, and when Fenris pulls out his sword he raises a hand "Stop it alright? Please stop." He glances at the cleric and fighter, almost pleading with them and when Lars was brought up he sighs "Come sit please. You think I am not upset? I'm doing my best. Having Lars leave, I felt helpless honestly. I am glad he has come back as he was needed, and no one will ask him for anything anymore. With Kaja now with him, I hope he decides to stay. Truly, I do. We have mending to contend with and he will probably agree. I feel without a pupil it made it worse. Just pushed him further along. And he has no respect for me. But with him returning, perhaps things will change. I truly hope so." He takes a deep breath "Now then you have rooms, drink and food. As for the ones that control anyting? This flayers? I don't know anything about them. Lars can help you. And I need a drink, it has been a long day."

A barmaid walks over with enough drinks for everyone minus Fenris and Ballast as well as food for everyone as well now-stew, bread, and some pastries.

Fenris can tell the cleric will probably go off on him. And perhaps the warforged. He watches the mayor and nods his head, crossing his arms over his chest. When he spots the pastries his head tilts and he look at Cumandria "What are those?"
This message was last edited by the GM at 01:12, Sat 03 Oct 2020.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 278 posts
HP 30 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +5
Sat 3 Oct 2020
at 01:54
  • msg #563

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx, again on the floor, smiled at him. Brankx had enough of fenris's outbursts and wanted to prove he wasn't afraid.

"Ye want to kill me....do it! Ye nothing but a wild beast out fer blood, then ye will be alone ye whole life. Look at me....on th' ground fer complimenting ya and you snarl like a rabid dog!"

Look at ye cleric girl....LOOK! Ye threatening a team mate who has stood by ye and a friend."


His gaze hardened, but still had a half smile. "So its your move boy...kill me now or control that bloody temper of yours fer when we need it!"
Dungeon Master
GM, 483 posts
Sat 3 Oct 2020
at 02:31
  • msg #564

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The barbarian moves towards the dwarf. He throws a hard punch but stops nearly inches from crushing his skull "You aren't worth it. We aren't friends. You said it, not me. For a mage you are nothing but a damn fool. Always acting like your better then everyone else." His voice is serious and expecting the dwarf the come back at him and he's tired of it. The elf lowered his hand, slowly calming down "My temper kept me alive. You spit it out but have nothing to back it. You are nothing." He moves from the dwarf and walks by the cleric and goes to gently kiss her forehead. "Goodbye." For a moment, the barbarian looks like he wants to show emotion. He gently rests a hand on her shoulder, glancings back at the others and for a moment a tear is forming. And then he leaves without another word.

Silence fills the room. The barkeep just watches, hands on the bar. The waitress look at what is going on. And the mayor puts down his mug. Silence. The little girl seen before stands in the doorway, and she looks up at the barbarian. He looks down at her and she hugs him. He just stands there, looking stunned. And then she walks into the inn, glancing back at the now closed door.

"Well...I..." The mayor narrows his eyes "Yes. Well then, do you have any questions? I can try to help. Hopefully we will be getting trade back but it will take time. So the rooms are available." He seems to be unsure of what to even say "Sit and drink. Let's not talk of what happened alright? Just..." He leans back in the chair "Lars will probably be ready come morning. And I appreciate the well earned aid, truly I do. Anything I can help you out with let me know." He motions to the food, and tries to keep a decent face.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 279 posts
HP 30 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +5
Sat 3 Oct 2020
at 03:03
  • msg #565

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx was expecting an attack....not from the sword, but a punch at the very least. When it stopped mere inches from his face his expression was one of surprise.

When he recorded, Brankx actually took a look of anger at the barbarian. "Ye think me a fool...I agree, but it takes a fool to recognise a fool. Ye think I act as I do because I think I'm better than the rest of ye, then its you who knows nothing elf!"

He pointed at the warrior. "Me whole life I've had to prove me worth both as a dwarf and a magic user! Dwarves don't use magic as i do, and mages aren't usually made if my kind"

He clenched his teeth as he spoke. "Everything i do, everything I strive fer is to be good enough....fer them an' you! I'm no warrior...I can't fight fer crap, but what I can do i strive fer."

He looked at the others. "If ye think I act as I do because I think I'm better than you - any of you, then keep ye ass walking boy. Because I know that I'm not. I'm not strong like you or ballast, nor can I heal like th' girl. All I have is me mind, and I hope every day that that's enough. You think that I think I'm better....I know that of us all, I'm the least!"

He slumps his shoulder as he walks yo the door. His voice is now void of anger and almost sounds defeated. "So keep jabbin' at me boy. Reminds me of th' family that thinks me a fool fer using magic."

As he walked out, the dwarf slumped in a seat, ordering another drink. He seemed tired.

"Lets meet Lars in th' morning and see what he says."
Dungeon Master
GM, 484 posts
Sat 3 Oct 2020
at 03:39
  • msg #566

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The barbarian tries to relax even after hearing Brankx's barrage towards him. He was tempted to go back, to beat the dwarf down but he decided against it. What he heard was unsure but it was enough. Fenris walked out of the village and soon he was gone.

Slowly, the mayor stands up. He walks up to Brankx, watching the dwarf "You both were wrong. Both of you and you fed into him, made him angry. That didn't do anything. I have seen children act like that. Not adults. You proved your worth but I didn't see it. Just your friends. I don't believe you are nothing, and maybe he didn't. But you are tired. Let the others in. You don't need to do this alone. I know I cannot. We need Lars. You need to relax. I can tell you may take this as I know everything, but I don't. The warforged can fight, the cleric can bind your wounds. But only you can heal yourself." He takes a deep breath "Strength doesn't mean how strong you are. Its what is inside that counts. Think before you speak. Not sure where all of this is coming from, but if I heeded my words perhaps things would be different with Lars." He goes to rest his hand upon Brankx "They needed you and so does this village." That said he sits back down "In my eyes your all equal." He takes his ale and slowly sips at it "Hopefully I helped. Its all I have, you know being the mayor. Try to solve things before they are well physical. Some people need to be on their own. Some like being around others. To each their own." Another sip "Now I should go see Lars. I hope your night goes better. He can aid you, keep that in mind but he will be hesitant probably because of the past. Actually because of the past. I cannot change it but I hopefully can improve. Good night." He stands up, nodding his head to the warforged, the dwarf and human before he departs.

The room is quiet. Some of the barmaids go about their business. They put up chairs and wait on the door leading out. The keep remains where he is putting up casks and wiping the bar down. One of the barmaids shows you to your rooms when the group decides to rest.

OOC
The mayor left. Its just the clerc, mage and fighter besides the barkeep and barmaids. So what is the group doing?

This message was last edited by the GM at 03:40, Sat 03 Oct 2020.
Ballast
Fighter, 192 posts
HP 65/65, AC: 22
F: +7, R: +3, W: +3
Sat 3 Oct 2020
at 04:04
  • msg #567

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast had been taken utterly off-guard by Fenris' verbal (and physical) attack on Brankx.  After speaking few words during their time together in the catacombs and Lars' lair, he couldn't understand why Fenris had chosen this moment of relaxation to suddenly address his slights, when a shrug and a leave of absence would have done much the same with little ill feeling.  He'd nearly intervened when Brankx had attempted to turn the situation to a lighter note, only to have Fenris react with more fury.  Stunned, Ballast had not been certain how to react, though he hoped Fenris would not go through with his steel threat.  When Fenris had finished his tirade, and Brankx in return, and left, Ballast could finally react.  He reached down to help Brankx up.

"If there was an anger built up in Fenris, I wish he had spoke days before this. Surely much could have been resolved if he had said what bothered him before it drove him to fury," Ballast said.  It was so strange to him; for most of his existence, any around him who were annoyed at him had no reason not to voice their ire, immediately and without fear of reprisal.  He had been a thing, after all, just a mobile piece of ship's equipment.  Even after the Treaty of Thronehold had left him "free", he had had little idea what to do but to continue in his current employment. It had only been after the dragon attack that he'd been able to truly able to expand his horizons beyond the ship upon which he'd served.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 280 posts
HP 30 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +5
Sat 3 Oct 2020
at 04:36
  • msg #568

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx says nothing as the mayor speaks and just nods as he leaves. When ballast speaks, he slams his fist on the table.

"That damn fool elf doesn't know when to take his head out of his ass! I was paying him a compliment and he thought I was insulting him." His anger faded as he sighed and smiles at the warforged. "Ye, me friend are the anchor of this team. Ye hold more patience and sense that both myself and that dang fool elf combined. We both could learn from ye."

He sighed. "Perhaps its just fate that him and I are at odds. Th' irony...he's more dwarf than I am, and I bet people would say I am more elf than he!"
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 237 posts
HP 62/57, AC:18
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Sun 4 Oct 2020
at 20:13
  • msg #569

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

After sitting in shock throughout the exchange between Brankx and Fenris, Cumarinda blinked and tears trickled down her face. Her face slowly transitioned from wide eyed shock through narrow eyed anger, her whole body quivering and her hands clenched into tight fists. She stared at the table and the empty chair for a few moments before her rage seemed to abate and her body stopped shaking.

“Ballast, please look after our mage until I return. Pelor willing, I shall return with or without our mighty elf warrior.” she said calmly to the warforged fighter. Looking at a point just above the dwarf's head she spoke to him in a tightly controlled voice lacking emotion, the stern pained expression on her face shouting in the way her voice was not. “Brankx, I can't look at you right now. You've helped to weaken us at a time when we most need all our power to fight the evils we soon must face. I blame him for still being too stubborn to fully trust a dwarf and users of magic. I blame myself for not bringing you both to the table to solve our differences sooner. I thought that coming from a people who are known for their mistrust of magic, that you could understand Fenris' fears and try to be a trustworthy friend. I now know that I expected too much of you.”

She paused to take a soul cleansing breath then looked skyward in supplication, Great Sun Father, give me the wisdom and wit to find our elf in the wilderness!” she cried out in a pleading cry.

Turning back to Brankx and Ballast, her face more grin than ever seen before but with determination in her voice and body she ordered, “Ballast, Brankx, stay in the village while I search for Fenris. If you've not heard from me in three days time, then carry on without us.”

Pausing only briefly to hear an answer, she then headed out at a run to try to find Fenris.

As she began her search with following the tracks that were most likely his and heading towards the places she'd seen him before, she chided herself. "I guess no matter how much I tried to let him know I cared about him, he just couldn't fully return my feelings," she thought. "Besides, I'm still not sure if its his ability, virility, or heart that I most like. Or maybe its the warm, shivery feelings I get when I... No! I must put those feeling aside and find him for the betterment of all of us." she resolved inwardly, moving with renewed purpose.
This message was last edited by the player at 20:22, Sun 04 Oct 2020.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 281 posts
HP 30 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +5
Sun 4 Oct 2020
at 20:53
  • msg #570

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx listened to the woman, about to speak, but then shut his mouth and nodded. He knew well the distrust that his kind had for magic users, that was why he was such an outsider to his own kin. He, in his own was, projected that on fenris without realising.

His tone was one of guilt and defeat. "Ay lass....we will wait here "
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 238 posts
HP 62/57, AC:18
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Mon 5 Oct 2020
at 20:02
  • msg #571

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The young priestess quickly tried to follow the path that Fenris had taken, knowing that they might lose him forever should she not get to him in time. Between quick looks his trail and questioning the villagers, she soon found herself outside the village. Directions from a farmer guided her into the wilderness, where she recalled the techniques used by some hunters showing her how to find food to make a meal. Using what she remembered, she forged forward.

Her heart wanted her to call out his name, that her voice would be enough to bring him back. But her intellect cautioned that doing so might also provoke him to further hide from her. "Fenris, we need your help and I... I want you with me!" she quietly and desperately cried out, frustrated by the entire situation.

Quickly becoming aware that her personal feelings were getting in the way of her goal, she set her inner battles aside and focused on continuing to watch and listen while moving forward.

OOC:
Cumarinda Imbrex rolled 21 using 1d20+6 with rolls of 15.  Survival check
Cumarinda Imbrex rolled 8 using 1d20+6 with rolls of 2.  Spot check.
Cumarinda Imbrex rolled 26 using 1d20+6 with rolls of 20.  Listen check.

Dungeon Master
GM, 487 posts
Mon 5 Oct 2020
at 20:55
  • msg #572

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

PM
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 239 posts
HP 62/57, AC:18
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Tue 6 Oct 2020
at 21:10
  • msg #573

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

PM
Fenris
NPC, 52 posts
H80/75, AC: 17/19 Rage
F: +8, R: +5 (+7), W: +2
Tue 6 Oct 2020
at 21:37
  • msg #574

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

PM
This message was last edited by the player at 21:43, Tue 06 Oct 2020.
Ballast
Fighter, 193 posts
HP 65/65, AC: 22
F: +7, R: +3, W: +3
Thu 8 Oct 2020
at 01:39
  • msg #575

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx Onyxshield:
Brankx listened to the woman, about to speak, but then shut his mouth and nodded. He knew well the distrust that his kind had for magic users, that was why he was such an outsider to his own kin. He, in his own was, projected that on Fenris without realizing.

His tone was one of guilt and defeat. "Ay lass....we will wait here "


Ballast knows that matters of relationships and emotions are... far less familiar to him.  With Fenris and Cumarinda's relationship, he doesn't feel he has any meaningful advice to offer, and hopes they can find some solution together.  Instead, he stood near Brankx (not trusting the wooden chairs of this place to stand up to his considerable weight) to speak with the wizard.  "I have no great insight to offer, Brankx.  I am sorry things came to this pass.  Tell me, you say that your own people do not approve of your magic?  How did you come to such a profession?  My kind are... directed very strictly towards our given roles, so one that breaks from his mold is unusual to me."
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 282 posts
HP 30 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +5
Thu 8 Oct 2020
at 02:03
  • msg #576

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx looks up at the warforged and smiles. "Dwarves', by nature are distrustful o' most magic....other than the enchanting of weapons and armor. The number of known dwarf magic users can be counted on me hands, and thats ALL dwarves known. Me clan, well, i be the first."

The dwarf looked down at the table, disturbed. "I was never a warrior in size or heart....I was born early and not as strong as me kin. I lacked th' faith o' the clerics. I had no place until i wandered into the home of a human....a magic user. He taught me the way. My kind see's magic as cowardly and dangerous, and for that i be labeled an outsider, a disgrace and a freak."

The dwarf couldn't help by smile an ironic smile. "When my clan was attacked, it was my magic that helped push the enemies back, this allowed some tolerance fer me art, but i know th' truth. I see them whisper behind their backs. I was always a loner to me kind."
Ballast
Fighter, 194 posts
HP 65/65, AC: 22
F: +7, R: +3, W: +3
Thu 8 Oct 2020
at 07:57
  • msg #577

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"Magic is more familiar for my kind, though very few of us have the mastery of using it.  I have only heard of two that could channel the power of spells, and they had been specially-made for artillery purposes," Ballast says, musing out loud.  "It is not something to distrust, as we see it, as warforged are born of it and many of us saw a great deal in the War.  I, less than some, but when I spoke to others, they would describe fireballs and lightning bolts on the battlefields, sometimes as allied spells that would clear your way, othertimes as enemy fire that would try to clear you away."

He shakes his head, "I could see how magic could be thought of as dangerous if the most of what one sees of it is turned against you.  But I find it good that you were able to gain strength in magic for what you were not given in body."  Ballast gestures to his own heavy frame with its hard plates of dense metal over the corded "muscle" of wood fibers and cable that made up his body.  "Form dictates functions amongst my kind.  I was forged to be a bulwark, a shield.  An expensive investment, I was told often enough, one the captain was determined to recoup by teaching me the blacksmith's art alongside my defending duties.  And at times, when I was not needed for either, I was to sit in the bowels of the ship and be ballast during stormy weather.  The signing of the Treaty of Thronehold changed little for me,  as I had never known a choice.  But now... I have been given a choice of companions who treat me fairly, and not as a convenience.  Who are willing to repair and heal me.  Who use their axe or spells to defend me and help defeat our enemies.  The choice of friends, for me, is a strange and wondrous thing.

"Fenris reminds me of Anchor, a fellow soldier from the same mould.  We met several times at docks while gathering supplies to do repairs.  Anchor saw the sun even less often than I, and he performed his duties with straightforward diligence.  I would try to talk with him, and he would only respond reluctantly.  Things had a purpose and a way with him, and he had survived because he followed that way.  I suppose I was an example of a different way, and Anchor thought I was destined to fail and would not be taken down with me.  I do not know what happened to him.  I hope he found a way that continues to suit him.  I hope he has found friends."
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 283 posts
HP 30 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +5
Thu 8 Oct 2020
at 08:14
  • msg #578

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The dwarf smiled at his mechanical friend. "Ye kind may be designed fer specific tasks, but us born have yo find our way. Dwarves are an old lived race, like th' elves....unlike them, th' dwarves are stubborn in their ways. They lived fer mining, battle and crafting. Our magic is all designed fer crafting and enhancing weapons and armor....nothin' more. Th' clerical art is respected better than arcane. There are fewer that follow druid magic as our kind holds no sway over plants and animals, though I knew one dwarven druid that followed th' tenants of earth and stone."

He sighed. "Because how my kind fight, they see magic as an easy and cowardly way ter fight. That is why they not be trusted. And my clan, more than any, are stubborn in their ways. Dwarves just don't trust arcane magic....like barbarians, and like Fenris."
Ballast
Fighter, 195 posts
HP 65/65, AC: 22
F: +7, R: +3, W: +3
Thu 8 Oct 2020
at 09:10
  • msg #579

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast cannot raise an eyebrow; he has none to raise.  But he puts much the same questioning into his voice as he replies, "I do not understand how one can see fire or lightning fly from your hands and say that is not a weapon worthy of a fight.  But then I think of Anchor and his ways, Fenris and his ways, and I now see there are many ways of the world.  I suppose for those who do little with books could find your studying and strange magic words like a banned weapon on the battlefield.  If they cannot counter it with a blade, surely it is cheating."  Ballast shrugs, as he doesn't agree with that stance.  "The world is not fair; this I have learned.  Perhaps Fenris, and your people, wish for a fairness that doesn't exist, yet they wish very mightily that it would.  And are angry when it is not so."
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 284 posts
HP 30 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +5
Thu 8 Oct 2020
at 09:35
  • msg #580

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The dwarf nods, looking at ballast.  "Ye, me friend, are a rare breed. Ye carry more sence,  heart and kindness than most o' us who have lived beyond ye years." The dwarf took a drink. "I count myself lucky to have known ye, and luckier still to call ye friend."

"Perhaps ye be right that people think it may not be fair, or that life not be fair. But I know what I'm good at."
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 240 posts
HP 62/57, AC:18
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Fri 9 Oct 2020
at 00:44
  • msg #581

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

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Fenris
NPC, 53 posts
H80/75, AC: 17/19 Rage
F: +8, R: +5 (+7), W: +2
Fri 9 Oct 2020
at 01:11
  • msg #582

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

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Ballast
Fighter, 197 posts
HP 65/65, AC: 22
F: +7, R: +3, W: +3
Fri 9 Oct 2020
at 02:18
  • msg #583

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"It is good that you know what you are best at. I wasn't given a choice, but I have found good things things in using my strength.  And now that I have my choice, I still choose to use my strength to protect those I have chosen as my friends.  Perhaps you have another clan, now.  A second small clan, with very strange dwarves," Ballast says, sounding amused and a little surprised with himself for managing a joke.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 241 posts
HP 62/57, AC:18
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Sat 10 Oct 2020
at 05:56
  • msg #584

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

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Fenris
NPC, 54 posts
H80/75, AC: 17/19 Rage
F: +8, R: +5 (+7), W: +2
Sat 10 Oct 2020
at 12:37
  • msg #585

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

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Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 243 posts
HP 62/57, AC:18
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Sun 11 Oct 2020
at 18:20
  • msg #586

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

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Fenris
NPC, 55 posts
H80/75, AC: 17/19 Rage
F: +8, R: +5 (+7), W: +2
Sun 11 Oct 2020
at 20:46
  • msg #587

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

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Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 245 posts
HP 62/57, AC:18
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Mon 12 Oct 2020
at 20:31
  • msg #588

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

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Fenris
NPC, 56 posts
H80/80, AC: 17/19 Rage
F: +8, R: +5 (+7), W: +2
Mon 12 Oct 2020
at 21:09
  • msg #589

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

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Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 246 posts
HP 62/57, AC:18
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Wed 14 Oct 2020
at 06:19
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Fenris
NPC, 57 posts
H80/80, AC: 17/19 Rage
F: +8, R: +5 (+7), W: +2
Wed 14 Oct 2020
at 07:52
  • msg #591

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

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Ballast
Fighter, 199 posts
HP 65/65, AC: 22
F: +7, R: +3, W: +3
Wed 14 Oct 2020
at 09:10
  • msg #592

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast takes a little time to polish his magical shield a bit as he and Brankx muse upon their thoughts, and asks, "What do you know of mind flayers?  That is not a thing I have heard of, though it sounds very unpleasant, particularly if it has some sway over a dragon."
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 292 posts
HP 30 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +5
Wed 14 Oct 2020
at 10:57
  • msg #593

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The dwarf, still distant after the fight with Fenris, answers almost like on autopilot. "Heard of them from me master in passing. Don't know much but what I do know is they scared the livin' crap out him, and he was a skilled wizard. Fer him to be scared must be bad....and powerful. "
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 248 posts
HP 62/57, AC:18
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Wed 14 Oct 2020
at 15:47
  • msg #594

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

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Fenris
NPC, 58 posts
H80/80, AC: 17/19 Rage
F: +8, R: +5 (+7), W: +2
Wed 14 Oct 2020
at 16:08
  • msg #595

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

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Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 249 posts
HP 62/62, AC:18
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Thu 15 Oct 2020
at 06:44
  • msg #596

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

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Fenris
NPC, 59 posts
H80/80, AC: 17/19 Rage
F: +8, R: +5 (+7), W: +2
Thu 15 Oct 2020
at 10:24
  • msg #597

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

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Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 250 posts
HP 62/62, AC:18
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Thu 15 Oct 2020
at 17:12
  • msg #598

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

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Fenris
NPC, 60 posts
H80/80, AC: 17/19 Rage
F: +8, R: +5 (+7), W: +2
Thu 15 Oct 2020
at 17:52
  • msg #599

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

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Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 251 posts
HP 62/62, AC:18
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Fri 16 Oct 2020
at 01:41
  • msg #600

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

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Fenris
NPC, 61 posts
H80/80, AC: 17/19 Rage
F: +8, R: +5 (+7), W: +2
Fri 16 Oct 2020
at 01:59
  • msg #601

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

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Dungeon Master
GM, 509 posts
Fri 16 Oct 2020
at 23:40
  • msg #602

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Two days pass. Not a word comes from the cleric or the barbarian. Two days, room and board. Some people enter, some leave. The mayor seems busy but stops, looking for the cleric. He then goes about his business, keeping everyone in line. Lars doesn't come out of the home nor does his relative but everyone seems to be in decent spirits. It seems the two abandoned the wizard and fighter.

And then she comes into the village but she looks different. Her clothes look more like the nature-greens and browns, her skirt is up further then normal and her boots look slightly different. She spots Brankx and Ballest and goes to them, but the barbarian enters the village as well. His cloak is drawn up to hide his face, and his weapons are upon his back. The barbarian doesn't say a word just sticks close to her and goes to hold her hands as they walk. Upon seeing the dwarf and warforged, his hand slips from her own and they go within his cloak.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 293 posts
HP 30 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +5
Sat 17 Oct 2020
at 00:45
  • msg #603

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The dwarf spent the next two days in contemplation....of what had happened since coming to the island, and in particular fenris.

He also tried to talk to Lars, but the mage refused his audience....not surprising. The old wizard wanted to spend time with his family.

So when the cleric and barbarian, his face was warm but serious.

He said nothing, but just nodded at the two
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 253 posts
HP 62/62, AC:18
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Sun 18 Oct 2020
at 03:36
  • msg #604

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Cumarinda waves to Ballast and Brankx with a pleasant but serious expression. Quietly, with few words she directs and/or cajoles the entire group to a corner table in the inn. Once there, still standing, she holds up her hand and quietly calls for everyone to pay attention to her.

“By Pelor's golden beard, there has been too much hurt among us. We need to work together and support each other as we face the dragon, Mind Flayer, and the Cult of the Dragon. So to keep peace between us we are going to set a few rules:

1. We use proper names when speaking to or about each other. This shows respect for each other. The only exception is me, you can call me by my title.
2. Everyone here is worthy, we do not insult each other even in jest.
3. We fight together, side by side, not against each other. Anyone who has a problem with this can answer to me and Pelor.
4. Fenris is a barbarian warrior, his ways are simple and like nature, sometimes deadly. Comparisons and common sayings do not work for him, they will be taken for insults despite your intent. Chose your words carefully when you speak to him. Or better yet, speak to me first if you can.
5. From this day forward, all problems between us come though me."


At this point she pauses to look at each other person in the group to see if they understand and agree. “ Any questions?”
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 294 posts
HP 30 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +5
Sun 18 Oct 2020
at 04:01
  • msg #605

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The dwarf listens to the cleric, his expression  emotionless. Once finished, he says nothing for a moment then looks at her.

"Before I answer ye, I want to make someone clear, to you and all at this table. when I refer to ye as somethin' other than ye name, it is not an insult. My culture....my race holds little sway in titles, so when I called ye lass, it wasn't fer insult  but one of affection."

He crossed his arms and sighed, but continues. "If fenris agrees to ye terms then I agree to the first three. From this day fourth I will use ye names and nothing more. I have always had respect fer ALL of us and thought all worthy....when I have lashed out it has been in anger, and fer that I apologise. I have no wish to fight any of our team...never have, so the first three I agree to."

He looks at Fenris, then back to Cumarinda. "As fer your fourth request, then that I can not promise. To hold my words because someone was not taught as I was i can not abide. I can promise that I will be mindful of my words, but I am who I am, and I do promise that my words will not be in malice fer anyone."

He looks at her. "Th' last, I not only agree with, I insist on. if we are ter fight these beasts, we need union, and separation will cost lives, something I don't want."
Fenris
NPC, 62 posts
H80/80, AC: 17/19 Rage
F: +8, R: +5 (+7), W: +2
Sun 18 Oct 2020
at 04:29
  • msg #606

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The barbarian for the most part got what she was focused on but the whole 'Pelor's golden beard' threw him off. The entire 'come through me and Pelor' threw him off as well. Its hard to tell what he understood, but he is quiet. Fenris just stands there, hard to tell if he's looking at anyone in particular because of the cloak. He's just a silent sentinel. The man moves around the area but sticks close to the cleric. Not a word spoken, but he doesn't sit down and leans against the wall. Watching. Waiting. When he heard Brankx speak, still nothing. If he felt any emotion-he's hiding it. Whatever happened with the cleric, seems to affect him. Or he's playing it out. Its hard to tell. No movement for a weapon. Nothing. Perhaps he's letting the cleric deal with him. Perhaps he only cares about the cleric and ignores everyone else. Maybe not. Its really hard to tell what he thought of the 'rules'. He's a stonejaw.
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Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 255 posts
HP 62/62, AC:18
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Mon 19 Oct 2020
at 17:14
  • msg #607

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Cumarinda looked over to Fenris confirming, "We are already clear on what the rules are between us, your silence is fine." She nodded to the dwarven mage, "Thank you for your apology and cooperation, Brankx." Then she turned to Ballast, "I'd like to hear from you before we face Lars again, I hope we can agree."

She pauses, blushing but happy, her smile brighter than usual. "Fenris and I are...together. What can I say, he makes me happier."
Fenris
NPC, 63 posts
H80/80, AC: 17/19 Rage
F: +8, R: +5 (+7), W: +2
Mon 19 Oct 2020
at 17:30
  • msg #608

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Taking a deep breath as to try to calm some hidden demons, Fenris stares at the dwarf. His eyes narrow and he looks at the cleric. Holding back and not exploding are some things he was not taught-and having to deal with someone he did not like did not add much to it. He leans against the wall, not saying a word. Like a statue. Another bit of spite added in the cleric didn't even realize came from Brankx. He noticed it but did not say a word. And he expect the dwarf to be rude now hearing about the two of them together. His eyes lock upon the warforged for a moment and seem to just then stare into space. Unreadable.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 295 posts
HP 30 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +5
Mon 19 Oct 2020
at 18:49
  • msg #609

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The dwarf looked at fenris, the cold stare as he then shifted the gaze elsewhere, and the dwarf sighed audibly...not one of anger or frustration, but resignation. He looked at the cleric and smiled

"I am happy for ye....both. Ter find someone to trust and love is a rare thing. I just hope ye hold on to it tight and it helps ye grow."
Fenris
NPC, 64 posts
H80/80, AC: 17/19 Rage
F: +8, R: +5 (+7), W: +2
Mon 19 Oct 2020
at 19:16
  • msg #610

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

No motion comes from the elf. Its hard to tell if he is even alive unless he stares at you and even then its still hard. He looks down at the dwarf. Staring. Motionless.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 256 posts
HP 62/62, AC:18
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Tue 20 Oct 2020
at 20:01
  • msg #611

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"Thank you Brankx, thank you very much!" she said with a sincerely warm smile, then turned her attention to the motionless elf barbarian. Impulsively, she pressed her lips to his in an intensely loving kiss. "Beloved Fenris, lets go to see Lars and find out what he wanted to say to us about the Cult of the Dragon and the Mind Flayer."
Ballast
Fighter, 200 posts
HP 65/65, AC: 22
F: +7, R: +3, W: +3
Thu 22 Oct 2020
at 02:30
  • msg #612

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast had spent the two days carving little boats for the children of the town, circling the perimeter to see if anyone had seen Cumarinda or Fenris, and aiding in any repair needed in homes or businesses.  He certainly had enough knowledge of blacksmithing to offer some advice, and enough strength to lend a hand.  He was concerned about the priest and their barbarian, but both were competent people.

When they returned and Cumarinda put forth her list of rules, Ballast only nodded.  It seemed far more logical to him than most other flesh-folk interactions.

"Names are important; of course I will use them. I do not know many jokes or expressions, so it is harder for me to use them than to not use them.  I have found you all to be good battle companions, and friends, if that does not offend you.  And good wishes upon your joining," Ballast says, a warm tone to his voice.
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Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 257 posts
HP 62/62, AC:18
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Thu 22 Oct 2020
at 08:24
  • msg #613

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"Thank you Ballast!" the young cleric added with a smile as the party headed off to see Lars.
Fenris
NPC, 65 posts
H80/80, AC: 17/19 Rage
F: +8, R: +5 (+7), W: +2
Thu 22 Oct 2020
at 13:04
  • msg #614

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The elf seems somewhat surprised as the cleric kisses him. He moves from the wall, glancing at the dwarf and then to the warforged. So silent, not a word spoken. Its almost eery. He keeps himself between the cleric and the others, pulling his hood up and hands slips into his cloak.
Ballast
Fighter, 201 posts
HP 65/65, AC: 22
F: +7, R: +3, W: +3
Thu 22 Oct 2020
at 13:37
  • msg #615

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Apparently Fenris would continue to communicate through expressive gestures, which was really no change than before, but hopefully there would be less chance of explosive confrontations now that appropriate rules of behavior had been decided upon.

"Your happiness together is not mine to dictate, but if you have joy together, then it is good," Ballast said simply, and walked with the others to speak to Lars about their myriad of potentially lethal problems they had to deal with.
Dungeon Master
GM, 515 posts
Thu 22 Oct 2020
at 22:28
  • msg #616

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The barbarian isn't expressing well anything. Stone cold. Fenris just keeps staring at the dwarf and warforged perhaps expecting trouble. He seems calm but hard to tell. The group go to where they are to meet up and the door opens. Standing there is Lars. He looks at them for a moment, pausing and motions for them to enter. The man sits down with his family member, crossing his hands over the table "You both look different." He watches Fenris and the cleric "And yes I heard about the incident. All of you are glad I did not go. Trust me."

Fenris again leans against the wall directly behind Cumandria. His cloak is drawn up and he is silent of course. No words come from him.

Lars adjust his tunic "Now then I assume you want to know more of the Peak? I have not been there but I do know some things of the Mind Flayer. They go for power and are hungry. Hungry for this." He taps his head "The flesh of the brain. Savor it. And they will attack when you least expect it so be weary. And never alone unless they got the upper hand. They are rather powerful, using their minds to their advantage. Easily they can stop you in your tracks. I am unsure how it will effect you warforged." He leans back in his chair "But they are very tricky. I have heard they can take all of you down with a single thought-some sort of vast ray. Levitate. Upon other abilities-using one or a few against eachother. Do not allow it to get close for if it does, you will be in its control and possibly dead within a few minutes."

The warrior doesn't move still.

"I have travelled back to my home, and was with the mayor and the smith. A way to return here if you have little choice. It is a deadly creature. The others-the Cultists I know little of. I do not know if they are in league but most likely they are." He rubs his chin "If going after him, some will not return but I hope when you see him you will be successful." He pulls out a orb and places it in front of the cleric.

Fenris lowers his hood, staring at the orb. His eyes glance up at Lars and he just nods. The mage glances at the barbarian, perhaps studing him for a moment and looks at the others "Silent and deadly but anger lies within. Control it." He looks at Brankx "Powerful but you must leaned to rely on the others." He glances at the warforged "Something is deep within you. You wish to unlocked it. Interesting." And he stops on the cleric "Your god will not always be with you. Trust your judgement."

The man grabs his staff "What say you? Will you stop this mind flayer? Stop the hordes and the dragon? Speak up." His attention falls on the barbarbian.

All he gets is a simple nod from Fenris. He moves towards the cleric, resting a hand over her shoulder.
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Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 296 posts
HP 30 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +5
Thu 22 Oct 2020
at 23:04
  • msg #617

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Until now, Brankx was silent, thinking on some unknown thought. His gaze went to Fenris and Cumarinda every so often, then to lars as he spoke. At his comment, the dwarf scowled, but simply nodded...in recent days the same relevation had occurred to him as was voiced by the man.

The dwarf tapped his chin as he thought. "If what ye say is true, our path is truly perilous. Creatures that devour minds, a wyrm, and an unknown cult, all formidable in their own right. I can not speak fer the others, but I am willing to help ye. As to who we move upon first, i wait until i hear from th' others"
Ballast
Fighter, 202 posts
HP 65/65, AC: 22
F: +7, R: +3, W: +3
Fri 23 Oct 2020
at 02:33
  • msg #618

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"Of course. We did not survive the first dragon attack, the assaults by the sahuagain and undead, and the other trials we faced to see this village harmed by anything else," Ballast said.  He was curious about what Lars had said, that he had something else locked inside him.  It was a comforting thought.

"I am not certain how this mind-flayer's powers will affect me, but if it is a coward who seeks to strike from afar and use the fighters around it to insulate it from attack, then we attack from a distance, or from ambush as much as we can.  If it can move through the air, then I shall have to make certain I obtain a bow before we go seek it, so I can put as many holes in it as I can before it can bring its own abilities to bear upon us."
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 297 posts
HP 30 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +5
Fri 23 Oct 2020
at 04:02
  • msg #619

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The dwarf smiles at Ballast. "Trust me....i have a few spells that may help wth that as well."
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 258 posts
HP 62/62, AC:18
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Fri 23 Oct 2020
at 20:29
  • msg #620

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Cumarinda listens intensely to Lars' words, her smile fading away with each word used to describe the Mind Flayer. By the time Lars speaks directly to the individual members of the party she seems as silent and grim as Fenris. While nodding she near whispers her gratitude, “Thank you, Lars. I will try to use this gift wisely.”  Later, a momentary glimmer of terror shines in her eyes when the mage tells her that her god won't always be with her.  She closes her eyes and shakes her head silently as if refusing to accept such a possibility. When Lars' hand comes to rest on her shoulder, she swallows and then gazes into his face with a smile slowly spreading across her own as she replies, “I will not, can not lie about this, considering facing such a creature frightens me. Yet, I know it needs to be done and with the help of my companions and the Sun Father, I will face this fearsome creature, the dragon, and the others with faith we will prevail. Yes, I will go and fight!”
Dungeon Master
GM, 517 posts
Sat 24 Oct 2020
at 00:22
  • msg #621

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The man is silent. He crosses his arms, sword and bow over his shoulders. Fenris doesn't seem impressed or anything at all. Just a cold stare at Lars, and then glances at Brankx. His attention then goes to the warforged and puts his hands upon the cleric shoulders almost protectivaly.

Lars leans back "Believe what you want. So is there anything else? The smith has a few things that can aid you."

The man glances over to his family member who in turn places near them some bread and stew as well as some simple apple cider.
Ballast
Fighter, 203 posts
HP 65/65, AC: 22
F: +7, R: +3, W: +3
Tue 27 Oct 2020
at 08:42
  • msg #622

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"I can think of nothing else. I will see the smith about obtaining a bow and arrows, hopefully one with a powerful draw. Thank you for your knowledge," Ballast says to Lars.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 259 posts
HP 62/62, AC:18
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Tue 27 Oct 2020
at 21:53
  • msg #623

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The red-headed cleric fondly lay her head atop the barbarian's hands on her shoulders with a tender smile. Just after Kaja set the food and drink on the table, Cumarinda's stomach rumbled loudly. Embarrassed, the cleric's face blushed nearly as brightly as her hair. “I'm sorry!” she apologized, “Seems I really need to eat something first. Ballast we'll meet you at the blacksmith shop after we enjoy this meal.” With a regretful smile she nodded to Kaja, “Thank you.” she said before taking the first bite.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 298 posts
HP 30 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +5
Tue 27 Oct 2020
at 22:25
  • msg #624

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The dwarf looked at Lars and nodded. "I'm hoping afrer this we can talk of things arcane, but will understand if ye don't. Either way, Our path is set."

The dwarf took a quick bite to eat and looked at Cumarinda and Fenris, his smile fading and a little uncomfortable. "I think i will follow Ballast....'ave a look around an' such"

He followed the warforged, allowing a final look at the Barbarian as he left with a sigh.
Dungeon Master
GM, 518 posts
Tue 27 Oct 2020
at 23:47
  • msg #625

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

BLACKSMITH
SLAM! BANG CRACK! The smithy seems to not see the warforged and dwarf. He wipes the soot from his brow as he works on some sort of axe. Its slightly different, more weapons being made but not many but least he's being productive. Rubbing his chin, he removes his gloves and takes some water and looks over at Ballest and Brankx "Eh? Back again?" The man grabs something else-perhaps some sort of tobacco and shoves it into his mouth "Yer the ones that helped with the crystal eh?" He spits at the ground "Whatcha need?"

HEYTON RESIDENCE
The warforged departs for the blacksmith, with the dwarf in toe. Lars eats some of the food, glancing up at the cleric. He takes some of the cider and drinks it for a moment.

Fenris remains where he is, not bothering to react to the sigh of Brankx. No emotion. His hands rest on the shoulders of the cleric for a moment then he crosses them over his chest.

Kaja watches the barbarian, and then at his meal on the table. Lars rubs his chin, looking at all the food left by the dwarf. For a moment, Fenris seems hesitant and stares at Lars. Kaja pulls the chair aside and finally the barbarian sits down. He watches the food and slowly grabs the cider, sniffing it but doesn't drink it. Glancing at the food, the barbarian doesn't grab it but his stomach does grumble as well. Fenris watches Kaja and Lars.

The mage finishes his food, and Kaja leaves the room. Soon she enters once more with a small box and puts it down in front of Lars. He smiles and puts his hands over the box, waiting for them to finish.
This message was last edited by the GM at 23:59, Tue 27 Oct 2020.
Ballast
Fighter, 205 posts
HP 65/65, AC: 22
F: +7, R: +3, W: +3
Wed 28 Oct 2020
at 01:41
  • msg #626

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Dungeon Master:
BLACKSMITH
SLAM! BANG CRACK! The smithy seems to not see the warforged and dwarf. He wipes the soot from his brow as he works on some sort of axe. Its slightly different, more weapons being made but not many but least he's being productive. Rubbing his chin, he removes his gloves and takes some water and looks over at Ballest and Brankx "Eh? Back again?" The man grabs something else-perhaps some sort of tobacco and shoves it into his mouth "Yer the ones that helped with the crystal eh?" He spits at the ground "Whatcha need?"


Ballast nods at the blacksmith.  "We are seeking out further sources of woe that plague your village, and several of them are best attacked at a distance.  I am seeking a longbow, with as a powerful a draw as you have, and arrows, please."
Dungeon Master
GM, 519 posts
Wed 28 Oct 2020
at 03:18
  • msg #627

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The smith gives the warforged a odd look "Yeh got one over your back and got arrows. An' yah need a bowmaker." He rubs his chin and spits on the ground "But I got somethin' yeh might like. Might like quite a bit. Lars came an' helped me out." He goes into the smithy and comes out with something wrapped in a cloth. Taking away the cloth a hammer is revealed made of iron with a handle wrapped in leather. He grips it tightly and spits on the ground "Firt time fer this. Now yer watch." The smith throws the hammer in the square and it slams into the ground. He waits for a moment "Bloody son of a...." It flies back heading for the smith and he watches wide eyed when it lands in his hand "Yah see?" He smiles "Seems yah got a lot of weapons eh? Mind if I get one of them tridents? Interesting tah sah the least. Deal?"
Ballast
Fighter, 206 posts
HP 65/65, AC: 22
F: +7, R: +3, W: +3
Wed 28 Oct 2020
at 04:42
  • msg #628

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast nods thoughtfully.  "This bow has seen little use, and I have become stronger since I used it last, but the hammer intrigues me.  Very well then, the hammer for the trident, with my thanks."
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 260 posts
HP 62/62, AC:18
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Thu 29 Oct 2020
at 08:41
  • msg #629

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Dungeon Master:
HEYTON RESIDENCE

Kaja watches the barbarian, and then at his meal on the table. Lars rubs his chin, looking at all the food left by the dwarf. For a moment, Fenris seems hesitant and stares at Lars. Kaja pulls the chair aside and finally the barbarian sits down. He watches the food and slowly grabs the cider, sniffing it but doesn't drink it. Glancing at the food, the barbarian doesn't grab it but his stomach does grumble as well. Fenris watches Kaja and Lars.


Between bites, she pauses to look at the interplay between Kaja, Lars, and Fenris. When his stomach grumbles she sighs gently. "Fenris, please eat. I know you're hungry and other than the natural herbs that give it flavor, this is just good food. There is no magic in it. Besides, it might be an insult not to eat it." she gently cajoles him.

Dungeon Master:
The mage finishes his food, and Kaja leaves the room. Soon she enters once more with a small box and puts it down in front of Lars. He smiles and puts his hands over the box, waiting for them to finish.


"Thank you for the food, Kaja. It was quite tasty. Maybe when this is all over and everyone is saved, we can compare recipes. I actually love to cook when I have the chance." Cumarinda says with a warm smile to Kaja. She glaces to Lars and the box under his hands and waits for him to speak.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 299 posts
HP 30 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +5
Thu 29 Oct 2020
at 21:14
  • msg #630

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

ARMORY

Despite being a dwarf, Brankx felt out of place here. Ironically, he spent most of his young life in a forge, his father a weapons Mithra for his clan. Even so, tbe dwarf looked around, sniffed and looked at Ballast. "When we're done here I'd like to make a small stop at th' potion shop....maybe they have something I can trade that will help me in things ter come."
Dungeon Master
GM, 522 posts
Fri 30 Oct 2020
at 00:15
  • msg #631

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

BLACKSMITH to the POTION SHOP
"Yer got anything yah need stored I can help yah out. Come back again." The dwarf takes the trident, moving it slightly "Good weight..."

Once done, the warforge and dwarf head to the potion shop. They head inside, and see several herbs and odd knick-nacks line the wall. Standing at a small desk in the center is a old elf. He looks up and smiles "Welcome welcome. How can I help you? Oh! I got something you would like. Yes I do." He pulls out what appears to be a wand.

HEYTON RESIDENCE
The barbarian stares now at the cleric. He sniff the apple cider and jugs it but doesn't touch the food. He waits for a moment, not feeling anything and wraps the food up, putting it in his pack. Definatly a odd move. He nods to Kaja as Lars shakes his head but he moves the box to the cleric "Go on, take a look."
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 300 posts
HP 30 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +5
Fri 30 Oct 2020
at 00:23
  • msg #632

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The dwarf smiles as he enters the shop. 'Good to see ye again. A wand....nice. what type is it? And would ye have scrolls?"
Dungeon Master
GM, 523 posts
Fri 30 Oct 2020
at 01:22
  • msg #633

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

POTION SHOP
"It casts out magical missiles but this is unique." The shopkeep smiles. He holds out what it can do and crosses his arms "Free of charge. Best thank that there Lars." The man rubs his chin "Scrolls eh? I got a small amount but they will cost yah but will to trade."
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 301 posts
HP 30 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +5
Fri 30 Oct 2020
at 01:27
  • msg #634

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The dwarf nods as he takes the wand, and looks at the elf. "I'm willing ter trade fer scrolls....and I thank ye as well as Lars."
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 261 posts
HP 62/62, AC:18
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Fri 30 Oct 2020
at 07:31
  • msg #635

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Dungeon Master:
HEYTON RESIDENCE
The barbarian stares now at the cleric. He sniffs the apple cider and jugs it but doesn't touch the food. He waits for a moment, not feeling anything and wraps the food up, putting it in his pack. Definatly an odd move. He nods to Kaja as Lars shakes his head, but he moves the box to the cleric "Go on, take a look."


Cumarinda sighs softly then affectionately rubs the side of the barbarian's face. As Lars moves the box to her, the cleric briefly looks into Lars' eyes before turning her full attention back to the box. With his encouragement she opens the box to look inside.
Dungeon Master
GM, 524 posts
Fri 30 Oct 2020
at 13:10
  • msg #636

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

POTION SHOP
"I didn't do much, just offered what was needed an' helped out to a degree. It was that Lars fellow but thank you." The elf pulls out some scrolls "So whatcha interested in?" He keeps them a good distance away, away from prying eyes. But they do seem rather new.

HEYTON RESIDENCE
Inside the box it has two flat pieces of metal, small about the size of 3x3. One is green and the other is white "The green of course is for the barbarian and the white is yours." Lars leans back after giving her a note what it entails.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 302 posts
HP 30 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +5
Sun 1 Nov 2020
at 00:08
  • msg #637

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The dwarf smiled at the shopkeeper. "Compared ter Lars, i'm a Novice at magic, but i need spells that can give us th' advantage against a powerful foe. I have heard of a spell that can slow or hasten a person in battle, but something that can protect me friends, or make th' enemy slower or more susceptible to our damage."
Dungeon Master
GM, 526 posts
Sun 1 Nov 2020
at 01:12
  • msg #638

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"This is what I have. A list. I don't put them out in the open, thieves and all. Anything interest you?" The elf asks and holds out a note with all the prices and what he wants for each:


Note: Its all random (Use the diceroller)

Level 3:
Protection from Energy 400
Rage 400
Fly  400

Level 2:
Owl's Wisdom 175
See Invisibility 175
Flaming Sphere 175

Level 1:
True Strike 50
Detect Undead 50
Ray of Enfeeblement 50

Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 263 posts
HP 62/62, AC:18
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Sun 1 Nov 2020
at 22:27
  • msg #639

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Dungeon Master:
HEYTON RESIDENCE
Inside the box it has two flat pieces of metal, small about the size of 3x3. One is green and the other is white "The green of course is for the barbarian and the white is yours." Lars leans back after giving her a note what it entails.


"Again thank you for your help, Lars. We all do appreciate it even if we have trouble saying so." she says to Lars Hayton while glancing at Fenris. She presents the green flat metal to Fenris while explaining carefully what it is and how it works.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 303 posts
HP 30 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +5
Sun 1 Nov 2020
at 23:25
  • msg #640

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

POTION SHOP

Brankx looked at the list with a smile and looked at the man. "I am lookin' fer trade fer scrolls if ye allow."

he looks at the shop owner. "I have a ring that allows enhancements ter jumping, as well as th' previously seen staff that deals in necromantic arts. How much will ye give fer them in regards ter spending it on scrolls."
Dungeon Master
GM, 527 posts
Mon 2 Nov 2020
at 00:03
  • msg #641

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

POTION SHOP
"All of them be too much to trade. That ring along is worth quite a bit. Bout 2000 gold or more. And not interested in the staff. Something is eery about it. Might want to ask Lars about it but he's been a bit busy. That staff gives me the creeps but sold to the right person will get you some decent money, I'd say at least 2000 gold." The man ponders for a moment "I don't make the scrolls. Got to get Lars to make them. So I give him some gold fer them, marginal fee. He makes them and I got to sell them. Ring of jumping won't get me much round these parts.If yah want specifc scrolls, I'd ask Lars. I'm amazing with potions though."

Realized he'd get the scrolls from Lars so I had to edited them!
Also could talk to Lars about training you or see if he has scrolls.

Level 3:
Dispel Magic 400
Nondetection 400
Mage Armor (Greater) 400

Level 2:
Touch of Idiocy 250
Resist Energy   200
Fireburst 200

Level 1:
True Strike 50
Grease 50
Feather Fall 50


HEYTON RESIDENCE
"Best go as soon as possible. I will leave soon to get the remaining orbs and bring them here to fully function correctly and keep this place safe." The barbarian doesn't react. He stands up and leans against the wall but at least nods to Kaja. He seems intent on Lars though not taking the fact of the meal not being poisoned or whatnot but he did put some in a pouch. Odd. Once everything is settled, and thanks are proclaimed the two of them step out. Kaja opens the door and waves at them and closes the door leaving the two of them outside.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 304 posts
HP 30 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +5
Mon 2 Nov 2020
at 02:52
  • msg #642

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The dwarf was not surprised that Lars was the one who supplied them with scrolls, and nodded. "I will talk to Lars. Should i need a potion or two, i will come to you. My thanks."

With that, he leaves to find Lars to consult him on things to come and how best to prepare.
Dungeon Master
GM, 528 posts
Tue 3 Nov 2020
at 14:34
  • msg #643

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The group other then Brankx headed outside the gates and waited for the dwarf. Fenris leans against the tree, watching the area. Its warm for now as the crystal seemed to warm up the village and nearbye area. His eyes dart to the warforged and what appears to be a hammer-something not seen before. Nothing comes from him. Time passes.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 264 posts
HP 62/62, AC:18
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Tue 3 Nov 2020
at 21:55
  • msg #644

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Dungeon Master:
HEYTON RESIDENCE
"Best go as soon as possible. I will leave soon to get the remaining orbs and bring them here to fully function correctly and keep this place safe." The barbarian doesn't react. He stands up and leans against the wall but at least nods to Kaja. He seems intent on Lars though not taking the fact of the meal not being poisoned or whatnot, but he did put some in a pouch. Odd. Once everything is settled, and thanks are proclaimed the two of them step out. Kaja opens the door and waves at them and closes the door leaving the two of them outside.


Cumarinda waves to Kaja as they leave her house. "Fenris, I will meet you with the others just outside the gates. I'm going to the blacksmith's shop to meet the others and discover if he has any better armor for me." she says with a playful kiss before heading off.
Dungeon Master
GM, 530 posts
Tue 3 Nov 2020
at 23:42
  • msg #645

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Fenris blinks as he is kiss, and kisses back. He regains his post near the entrance with Ballest waiting.

The cleric goes back into the town. The smithy seems to be packing up as night is slowly falling. He spots the cleric and nods his head "Eh? Bout tah pack up. But whatcha need?"
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 306 posts
HP 30 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +5
Wed 4 Nov 2020
at 00:37
  • msg #646

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx turns up a little while later, nodding his head to fenris with a serious look, his only way of greeting. He looks at Ballast. "Seems Lars has some suprises fer all of us." He pulls out a slender wand, holding it up with a smile. "Not as good as ye new hammer Ballast, but fer me, it's well suited."

The dwarf leaned against the wall, arms crossed, waiting for the cleric
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 265 posts
HP 62/62, AC:18
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Thu 5 Nov 2020
at 01:08
  • msg #647

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Dungeon Master:
BLACKSMITH
The cleric goes back into the town. The smithy seems to be packing up as night is slowly falling. He spots the cleric and nods his head "Eh? Bout tah pack up. But whatcha need?"


"Thank you for your patience, I'm sorry to be coming to see you so late. So far I have been blessed with this chain shirt but I will be needing better armor soon. I'm sure that Pelor will look upon you with greater favor if you could help me. Can you help me?" she asked with a humble smile.
This message was last edited by the player at 01:10, Thu 05 Nov 2020.
Dungeon Master
GM, 531 posts
Thu 5 Nov 2020
at 01:53
  • msg #648

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

BLACKSMITH
"That Pelor doesn't give me coins." The man crosses his burly arms "An' yer didn't say whatcha need. Armor comes with a cost. Got many types. Whatcha lookin' fer in particular?"

THE GATES
Fenris seems to pay no one any attention. He stands there, leaning against a tree and glances into the village. The warforged pulls out his hammer and seems to examine it, holding it out to the mage for a moment for him to check out.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 307 posts
HP 30 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +5
Thu 5 Nov 2020
at 02:05
  • msg #649

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx, noting Fenris and his coolness towards both himself and Ballast, decided to focus on the warforged. He grasped the weapon, looking it over with raised eyebrows. "Beauitful craftsman ship....dwarven made if i'm not mistaken. Well weighted, and given th' weight, quite an enchantment too."

He hands the hammer back. "A worthy weapon of Ye Ballast."
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 266 posts
HP 62/62, AC:18
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Fri 6 Nov 2020
at 02:19
  • msg #650

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Dungeon Master:
BLACKSMITH
"That Pelor doesn't give me coins." The man crosses his burly arms "An' yer didn't say whatcha need. Armor comes with a cost. Got many types. Whatcha lookin' fer in particular?"


Cumarinda sighs briefly and then gestures to the setting sun, "HE has given you light and warmth every day of your life. HIS light grows the food you eat and his blessings heal wounds. HIS servants seek out and destroy evils that you dare not face!" she adds with holy fervor as while looking into his eyes. Closing her eyes for a long moment, she takes a deep breath. When she opens her eyes again, she is warm, pleasant and smiling, "But the SunFather shares his blessings with all. I need the best armor you have that might fit me."
This message was last updated by the player at 02:19, Fri 06 Nov 2020.
Dungeon Master
GM, 532 posts
Fri 6 Nov 2020
at 03:26
  • msg #651

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

BLACKSMITH
The blacksmith crosses his arms after hearing her rant and shakes his head "Can't just give yah the armer fer nothin'. But give me that armor an' come back in the morning. I will see bout it alright?" He seems aggrivated "Yer saved us. Go on now, give me that armor." The man definatly doesn't seem to worship anyone, a merchant trying to make a living "I wake up early and work all day. Sprouting what yer worship won't work but willin' to help yer out."


THE GATES
Nothing comes from the elf. He watches the mage and fighter, no expression. The man just sit against the wall silent. Ballast takes the weapon back and puts it onto his belt and nods his head "I hope it aids on this mission."
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 267 posts
HP 62/62, AC:18
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Sat 7 Nov 2020
at 00:58
  • msg #652

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Dungeon Master:
BLACKSMITH
The blacksmith crosses his arms after hearing her rant and shakes his head "Can't just give yah the armer fer nothin'. But give me that armor an' come back in the morning. I will see bout it alright?" He seems aggravated "Yer saved us. Go on now, give me that armor." The man defiantly doesn't seem to worship anyone, a merchant trying to make a living "I wake up early and work all day. Sprouting what yer worship won't work but willin' to help yer out."


Cumarinda sighs and nods humbly while handing over her chain shirt, "I apologize if it seemed I wanted you to give me armor without payment." After giving him her armor, she also offered him 8 gold pieces, "But it's only that my need is great and I've little coin to offer in payment." she said apologetically. "Thank you, Master Blacksmith. I honestly am grateful for your help. My name is Cumarinda Imbrex and I will be back tomorrow."
Dungeon Master
GM, 533 posts
Sat 7 Nov 2020
at 01:29
  • msg #653

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"I don't like getting preached at an' some won't take kindly to it. But I know you have helped so I will do the favor. Come back tommorow and keep the gold. Won't do much fer what I got to do with it." The smith grumbles under his breath "Bit of advice eh? Don't preach." He takes the armor "Just do it." He then opens the door and goes inside, closing it leaving the cleric alone in the square as night falls.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 268 posts
HP 62/62, AC:18
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Sat 7 Nov 2020
at 19:39
  • msg #654

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

In reply to Dungeon Master (msg # 653):

Deep in thought as she leaves the blacksmith's shop, Cumarinda picks up her feet and jogs quickly to the meeting place. Once there, she greets everyone with a smile and explains that she will be returning to the blacksmith's shop tomorrow morning.

Gently cajoling the elf barbarian she asks, "Fenris, I'd like to spend tonight in the inn...together just the two of us. Yes?"
Dungeon Master
GM, 535 posts
Sat 7 Nov 2020
at 22:55
  • msg #655

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The barbarian glances at the cleric. He watches her for a moment and doesn't seem too happy about spending the night within the inn. Silence comes from the elf. Its pretty eery. The warforged nods his head and starts to head back through the gates.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 308 posts
HP 30 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +5
Sun 8 Nov 2020
at 00:12
  • msg #656

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx looks at Cumarinda with a nod. "A good night sleep will do us good before we leave on this quest."

The dwarf picks up his staff and pack and begins to go to the inn
Ballast
Fighter, 208 posts
HP 65/65, AC: 22
F: +7, R: +3, W: +3
Wed 11 Nov 2020
at 03:14
  • msg #657

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast nods, grateful for Brankx's appraisal of the weapon.  He gives another nod to Fenris and Cumarinda.  "I will prepare all for the morning.  If anyone needs weapons oiled, sharpened, or prepared, leave them with me and I shall do so during the night hours."

Ballast will see to his own weapons and any of his companions' that they wished tended to, and then spends his remaining time carving new things out of scrap wood.  He tries to capture Lars' elemental guardians with his knife, but is yet unsatisfied with his skill beyond making little boats.  In time he will improve, he's certain.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 269 posts
HP 62/62, AC:18
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Wed 11 Nov 2020
at 05:47
  • msg #658

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Dungeon Master:
The barbarian glances at the cleric. He watches her for a moment and doesn't seem too happy about spending the night within the inn. Silence comes from the elf. Its pretty eery. The warforged nods his head and starts to head back through the gates.


Cumarinda gently squeezes the elf barbarian's hand and pulls him towards the inn. She looks at him with puppy dog eyes and whispers, "Please, darling Fenris? Let's go. I promise that I'll only make noises you want to hear tonight!"
Dungeon Master
GM, 536 posts
Wed 11 Nov 2020
at 13:51
  • msg #659

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The barbarian gives the cleric a very intense look, probably out of dissaproval but hard to really make out what it means. He stares at the inn, and most know he'd rather be in the outskirts-living off the land not in a inn. But he does enter, not out of his own free will. Fenris glances at the warforged but doesn't remove his weapons.

Soon the group has their rooms-one for Fenris and Cumarinda, one of Brankx and one for Ballast near one another.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 309 posts
HP 30 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +5
Wed 11 Nov 2020
at 20:23
  • msg #660

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The dwarf walked in silence, smiling a little at Fenris's uncomfortable demeanour despite himself. He walked beside ballast and in the inn, spent most of his time in his room, preparing spells for the oncoming quest, only coming down to eat
Dungeon Master
GM, 538 posts
Wed 11 Nov 2020
at 20:33
  • msg #661

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Come morning, the cleric awakens but finds no sign of Fenris, but finds the warforged and dwarf in their rooms and head to the main gates. Ironically, the barbarian woke up beforehand, letting the cleric sleep. He stands there, with several squirrels upon a bit of rope over his shoulder. He watches them for a moment and the cleric stops. The barbarian holds out her armor. Once the group is ready, they depart towards Misery's Peak. Fenris has a map, probably given to him from the mayor The weather outside is a warm temperature but come nightfall, it grows cold. The further they go, the cold it gets and snow begins to form as they continue forwards. Two days pass unevenfully, the typical wildlife visible. He is able to get a deer for food come nigthfall. Easily the group can get to the bottem of the mountain but several of them slip but catch themselves. Fenris takes the lead silently, constantly scanning the area upon the cliff base but he kneels down, checking the area. Night begins, all is silent besides the small amount of wildlife creeping out. The group has the proper winter gear which is good.

OOC
So passed the days. Nightfall has come. Your at the base of a cliff leading upwards. You are able to find a decent places to rest upon the bottom.

This message was last edited by the GM at 19:28, Sat 14 Nov 2020.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 271 posts
HP 62/62, AC:18
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Mon 16 Nov 2020
at 09:30
  • msg #662

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

In reply to Dungeon Master (msg # 661):

Cumarinda will be happy to take over care of feeding the party. She will insist on joining Fenris on at least one or two hunts, using her skills and to add more food to their daily catch. What she can do with simple foods and herbs will generally be tasty to all.

On the day they reach the base of the cliff she will be happy to organize the party's overnight arrangements but will eagerly accept volunteers for nightly guard shifts.


OOC:
Cumarinda has a +4 Survival skill and significant bonuses to Spot and Listen. In addition, she is an excellent cook capable of making civilized meals that even Fenris will enjoy.

Dungeon Master
GM, 541 posts
Wed 18 Nov 2020
at 02:58
  • msg #663

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Fenris dissapears at times, sometimes bring in squirrel or other small animals. Minor animals for food. He is silent, glancing at the group when he comes back in-most of the time he slips in quietly. Upon reaching the bottom of Misery's Peak, he kneels down warming his hands. His body is cloaked in a fur cloak covered in snow. Upon occasion, the warrior slips off with the cleric but she returns back as it seems she lost him but at time he shows her briefly how he hunts.

The cleric does indeed make the food somewhat tasty but its in the middle of the woods and upon the foot of the Peak so there isn't too much she can do but everyone seems to be at least content.

Brankx is probably checking his things, and reading his spellbook, and the warforged keeps his weapons and shield clean as best as he can but the snow keeps falling. There are three tents set up surrounding the fire.

Night falls, and the group gathers around a small fire for warmth. Fenris stares into it as he sits upon a blanket near the cleric whos wrapped up in a fur coat.
Ballast
Fighter, 210 posts
HP 65/65, AC: 22
F: +7, R: +3, W: +3
Thu 19 Nov 2020
at 23:59
  • msg #664

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Weapons and armor clean and ready, Ballast turns to his nightly carving, making another attempt to capture a being of flame in the chunk of wood under his knife.  "So far the road has been free of hazards other than the mundane, which makes our task easier. But I wonder if this mind flayer knows of our presence in the village, if not the mountain. Can a creature like that watch from afar with magic?"
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 311 posts
HP 30 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +5
Fri 20 Nov 2020
at 05:19
  • msg #665

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The dwarf, occupied with his preparations and spellbooks, kept warm by the fire. Dwarves were usually pretty stocky, and coukd handle cold well, but brankx had been away from his family for a while and was more used to milder weather. "Damn me it gets cold around here." he muttered.

When offered food, Brankx nodded and smiled. "Thank ye....this is a fine meal. I am happy ter take a watch, either the first or last so I can research."

He looked at Ballast. "I don't know much about mind flayers....just their powerful and drawn to magic like a moth to flame. They are sid ter be resistant to some magic and able ter such ye brain from ye skull where ya stand." The dwarf sniffed . "Dinno how true it is or not"
Ballast
Fighter, 211 posts
HP 65/65, AC: 22
F: +7, R: +3, W: +3
Fri 20 Nov 2020
at 11:35
  • msg #666

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"I only wish our presence Tobe a great surprise to this foe," Ballast says with a shrug.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 274 posts
HP 62/62, AC:18
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Sat 21 Nov 2020
at 19:28
  • msg #667

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

In an inspiriting voice filled with faith and a broad smile, Cumarinda speaks, “May your wish Ballast, be so. Bless us, Oh Shining One! As before, we face mysterious enemies. I know it seems that its only the four of us against any number of powerful forces and possibly the White Dragon itself. But I truly believe that we are not alone, we have the support of all the villagers and The Great Sun Father Pelor. For ourselves and the people counting on us, we will not fail!”

After a pause to catch her breath the priestess continues, “I have been gifted with a spell that will let me call upon a divine beast to fight with us against our most powerful foes. I swear to you all that I will be at your side whatever we may face.”
Dungeon Master
GM, 544 posts
Sat 21 Nov 2020
at 22:32
  • msg #668

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Catching only half of what was said, he bites into a squirrel. He spits at the ground as a small bone is shot at the ground. Fenris snorts, taking another bite as he sits next to the cleric <green>"I'm no divine beast..."</good> He seems rather insulted. Good ol' barbarian. Well he is a beast in combat. And he looks at the cleric, tilting his head.

Everyone else eats and drinks, the warforged oiling his joints in the mean time. Fenris stands up, eyes narrowed as he looks out over the winter wonderland. He pulls out his sword, holding it in two hands. The dwarf looks around as well and he spots something as well.

The cleric and fighter hear something as well. Growls coming from all directions.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 312 posts
HP 30 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +5
Sat 21 Nov 2020
at 23:25
  • msg #669

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

As fenris stands and draws his sword, the dwarf looks out into the wild with a frown. Grabbing his staff he looked at the others. "Get to ye feet....we're surrounded."

His eyes narrow as he looks at the darkness. "White wolves....three of em at least."
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 275 posts
HP 62/62, AC:18
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Mon 23 Nov 2020
at 19:13
  • msg #670

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Cumarinda smiles at Fenris and nods, “No, you are not a divine beast. Nor do you come from a spell. I was not speaking of you, Beloved. You are my favorite elf barbarian.” When she hears the growls, she quickly stands up just in time to hear Brankx speak of white wolves.

Speaking tersely she says, “Ballast, Fenris, and myself  should stand with our backs to each other and Brankx standing in the center so none of us get caught from behind. I'm going to call for a blessing.” She carefully looks around while casting a short, quick spell.

OOC:
She will look to see the wolves while making sure that the three weapon users are in a triangle facing outwards around Brankx. Once they are in position, she will cast Bless.

Dungeon Master
GM, 547 posts
Thu 26 Nov 2020
at 01:45
  • msg #671

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The fighter stands up, holding his throwing hammer and shield. He nods.

Brankx readies himself, probably standing in the middle.

The wolves circle around getting closer about twenty feet away. They circle around, growling.

Fenris grips his sword, double-handed.

The cleric stands there, readying herself in a circular motion and casts her spell, filling the group with holy light temporarily.

OOC
I will run Ballest for now. Group is up.
Everyone gains:
Bless- +1 morale bonus on attack rolls and on saving throws against fear effects.

Ballest   (23)
Brankx    (21)
---------------------------------------------------------
Wolves    (14)
---------------------------------------------------------
Fenris    (11)
Cumarinda (09)

Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 314 posts
HP 30 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +5
Thu 26 Nov 2020
at 02:14
  • msg #672

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx, in the middle of the group, narrowed his eyes at the wolves surrounding the group. The dwarf was concerned that for the wolves he saw, there were some they could not.

Chanting in his dwarven language, he made a chopping motion as a light tear formed where three beasts came through, furry animal with a squat, powerful body with long claws standing 2 to 3 feet long and weighing about 30 pounds.

"Let's even these odds a bit"

<OOC: Brankx casts summon monster 2, summoning Celestial badgers

Brankx rolled 3 using 1d3 - 3 badgers summoned>

Ballast
Fighter, 212 posts
HP 65/65, AC: 22
F: +7, R: +3, W: +3
Sat 28 Nov 2020
at 05:28
  • msg #673

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast brings the hammer up and swings it hard, releasing it at the closest pale wolf. A snout full of steel should convince the predators that they faced no easy prey!

OOC: 23:27, Today: Ballast rolled 12 using 1d20+8.  Throwing hammer attack. (doubt that hits, but just in case...)
23:27, Today: Ballast rolled 13 using 1d6+9.  Throwing hammer damage.

Dungeon Master
GM, 552 posts
Sat 28 Nov 2020
at 22:07
  • msg #674

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The wizard conjures up the celestial badgers.

The warforged launches his returning hammer but misses, leaving him unarmed.
*Next round it comes back.

The wolves circle the seven of them.

All of the wolves goes after the celestial badgers. Two of the wolves miss but the last rips into one of the badgers and throws it aside. It poofs out. They growl at the badgers and party.

Fenris grips his sword and slams the blade against the back of the wolf. It howls as its backend is torn from the rest of its body and it falls to the ground, apparently dead.

OOC
Waiting on Cumarinda

Everyone gains:
Bless- +1 morale bonus on attack rolls and on saving throws against fear effects.

Ballest   (23)
Brankx    (21)
---------------------------------------------------------
Wolves    (14)
1 is dead. 2 are left. 20' away.
AC 14
---------------------------------------------------------
Fenris    (11)
Cumarinda (09)

This message was last edited by the GM at 04:50, Sun 29 Nov 2020.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 278 posts
HP 62/62, AC:18
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Sat 28 Nov 2020
at 23:16
  • msg #675

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Cumarinda looks around to see if there are any other wolves or other foes nearby. She waits to see if any of the party becomes injured, so she can quickly tend to their wounds.

OOC
Cumarinda holds action until one of the party is attacked by a new foe, becomes injured, or she sees something else coming.
Cumarinda Imbrex rolled 21 using 1d20+6.  Spot check.

Ballast
Fighter, 214 posts
HP 65/65, AC: 22
F: +7, R: +3, W: +3
Sun 29 Nov 2020
at 04:33
  • msg #676

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast waits until the hammer thuds into his palm, and then launches another attack with it.  He's impressed by Fenris' slaying abilities, and if flung hammers and appearing badgers didn't quell the wolves, he would join the barbarian in the slashing and stabbing.

OOC: 22:31, Today: Ballast rolled 15 using 1d20+8.  Throwing hammer attack.
22:32, Today: Ballast rolled 12 using 1d6+9.  Throwing hammer damage.

Dungeon Master
GM, 553 posts
Sun 29 Nov 2020
at 05:27
  • msg #677

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Silently, a massive wolf comes into the fray. It growls, getting within 15' and lets out a nasty burst of icy shards at the group!
Make a Reflex save. DC 16.
Failed: 12 Damage (Ice-Based)
*Ballest: 7 Damage
Success: 6 Damage (Ice-Based)
*Ballest: 1 Damage


Another wolf is hit by the hammer as it returns back to the warforged. It hits it and the wolf's face is smashed, and it falls to the ground. It goes limp.

OOC
Waiting on Branxk

Everyone gains:
Bless- +1 morale bonus on attack rolls and on saving throws against fear effects.

Creature  (24)
AC 15
---------------------------------------------------------
Ballest   (23)
Brankx    (21)
---------------------------------------------------------
Wolves    (14)
2 is dead. 1 are left. 20' away.
AC 14
---------------------------------------------------------
Fenris    (11)
Cumarinda (09)

Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 279 posts
HP 62/62, AC:18
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Sun 29 Nov 2020
at 23:42
  • msg #678

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Cumarinda screams in chilled agony as the ice shards pierce through her clothing, armor and shield. Still screaming she shouts to the others, “Finish that last wolf then come and take this one!”  She turns to the huge white wolf and shouts while drawing her sword, “YOU! WOLF! Run away now, or we will slay you and clothe our children in your fur!” She stares into its eyes with a deadly gaze she learned from Fenris as she awaits its next move.

OOC
Cumarinda Imbrex rolled 9 using 1d20+2. Reflex save.

If the wolf does anything but run away, she will attack with her saved action.

This message was last edited by the player at 17:02, Mon 30 Nov 2020.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 315 posts
HP 30 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +5
Sun 29 Nov 2020
at 23:57
  • msg #679

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx, watching the wolves closely, saw the change in the wolf's demeanour, and widened his eyes. "Oh, damnit!" he muttered as he scrambled out of the way.

As he turned, he held his hand out, muttering in dwarvish, three bolts of energy flying from his hand. The three separate and almost circle the wolf, only to focus on it, slamming it at three different angles.

"Eat that ye oversized puppy"

He opened his eyes as he remembered the wand he was gifted, and cursed. "Shoulda tested th' wand."

<OOC: Brankx Onyxshield rolled 20 using 1d20+2.  reflex save.

Casts Magic Missile

Brankx Onyxshield rolled 3 using 1d4+1.  magic missile 1.
Brankx Onyxshield rolled 5 using 1d4+1.  magic missile 2.
Brankx Onyxshield rolled 2 using 1d4+1.  magic missile 3.

Total Damnage: 10>

Dungeon Master
GM, 555 posts
Mon 30 Nov 2020
at 01:22
  • msg #680

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The wolf takes off, fear hitting it.

Gripping his sword double-handed, the barbarian lets the rage fill him. He steps forwards and the creature growls at the group. Fenris does the same thing towards the beast. He swings the sword at a arc, and the blow rips into the wolf. Blood and gore fly out of its mouth and now largely open face. It turns to look at Fenris and he shoves the sword in a upwards motion though its jaw and into its skull. Nothing comes from it as it collapses to the ground.

Fenris grips his sword and yanks it out. He stares at the wolf, gripping the weapon. Glancing around he doesn't see any other enemies. The man looks at the others, growling. It seems the 'beast' took him over but he slowly calms down, moving around the area like a tense cat. He's got ice caked onto his chest and torso as well and he's covered in snow.

OOC
Fight's over.

Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 280 posts
HP 62/62, AC:18
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Mon 30 Nov 2020
at 17:24
  • msg #681

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Cumarinda slowly approaches the iced barbarian as his reason begins to return, “Fenris beloved, you struck that monster wolf down as the true warrior you are. Now, it's time to calm down and let me tend to your wounds.” she explains as she caresses him gently, occasionally shaking off the aftereffects of the wolf's ice breath.

While examining Fenris' wounds she looks to Ballast and Brankx and adds gratefully, “Thank you Brankx and Ballast for timely throws of your hammer and the spells which brought us help I'm sure that the other three wolves would've tried to take more bites from each of us. If you can be patient for jut a moment, I'll come to tend to any of your wounds.”

OOC:
So who got hurt in this battle besides the wolves and our bright cleric herself.

Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 316 posts
HP 30 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +5
Mon 30 Nov 2020
at 22:59
  • msg #682

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx, wincing at the frost burn on his body, looked at the cleric. "I got clipped by th' ice Cumarindia....minor by any of ye, but i don't have ye strength."

The dwarf sat and looked at Fenris, seeing his wild side ebb away. "Maybe they'll think belter next time before takin' us on."

<OOC: Brankx got 6 damage from the wolves...minor as he is at 24hp>
Fenris
NPC, 66 posts
H80/74, AC: 17/19 Rage
F: +8, R: +5 (+7), W: +2
Tue 1 Dec 2020
at 15:13
  • msg #683

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The barbarian turns from the wizard and clutches the clerics her hands. His body is almost ice-like but he seems fine-least for Fenris. Bits of ice are sunk into him but they don't seem to bother the elf. He just snaps them off, feeling no pain but they obviously hurt. He's tough. The elf kneels down, staring at the wolf bodies. His breath comes out in slow puffs.
This message was last edited by the player at 03:02, Wed 02 Dec 2020.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 281 posts
HP 62/62, AC:18
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Sun 6 Dec 2020
at 01:02
  • msg #684

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Cumarinda examines each of the party members for wounds and other forms of damage from the battle. She will make use of her basic healing skill to remove ice shards and ensure that each of them will recover. Standing over the fallen body of the winter wolf she says, “After Fenris and I take what useful fur and food from these wolves, we will bury what's left, and finish our rest tonight. We need to be fully healthy and well rested when we continue our journey.” she pauses to look at the others before continuing, “Unless someone has a better idea, I recall a tasty recipe for wolf stew I can make later.”
This message was last edited by the player at 11:05, Sun 06 Dec 2020.
Fenris
NPC, 67 posts
H80/74, AC: 17/19 Rage
F: +8, R: +5 (+7), W: +2
Sun 6 Dec 2020
at 01:24
  • msg #685

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The barbarian seems hesitant about getting the wolf meat as they got enough food. His eyes narrow at the winter wolf and his hands go to each of them, lowering his head. Fenris stands up, breathing heavily from the snow "Sleep tonight. Travel tommorow. Rest." His voice is deep, and he waits to see if anyone else argues with him. Kneeling down, he pulls out his sword and starts to cleave into it slowly and carefully.
Brankx Onyxshield
Wizard, 317 posts
HP 30 AC 11
F: +4, R: +2, W: +5
Sun 6 Dec 2020
at 04:42
  • msg #686

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Brankx looked at the rest of the group and nodded at the wisdom. "Staying here th' night is a wise choice. Then we can leave at first light."
Ballast
Fighter, 215 posts
HP 65/65, AC: 22
F: +7, R: +3, W: +3
Tue 8 Dec 2020
at 09:25
  • msg #687

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"Good, then.  I shall keep watch, if all need to sleep.  I can repair myself during the night if need be," Ballast says, brushing the worst of the frost from his darkwood fibers that underlaid his adamantine plating.  He'd have to be careful about repair, but luckily his shield had taken the brunt of the icy damage.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 282 posts
HP 62/62, AC:18
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Thu 10 Dec 2020
at 22:57
  • msg #688

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Cumarinda briefly hugs Fenris and nods with a sleepy smile, "Beloved, join me after you are done with the wolves. If we don't eat their meat ourselves, we can use it to feed or distract other creatures. That makes it worth taking."

She turns to Ballast, "Thank you for keeping watch over us, my friend. Those of us who do have to sleep will need all the rest we can get."

With that she burrows into the pile of furs, blankets and other bedding she shares with Fenris.
This message was last edited by the player at 23:01, Thu 10 Dec 2020.
Dungeon Master
GM, 696 posts
Fri 13 Aug 2021
at 12:08
  • msg #689

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Lars casts a spell, and within moments they arrive in his home in Korthos. The man sits down at the table, watching the three of them. He looks tired "I saw the mountain fall. And there is three of you. Where is the fourth?" Slowly, he presses his hands together upon the table and catches the teary eyes cleric and the normal smile has faded that she seems to alway had. He sighs deeply "So he was killed." He rubs his chin."I am sorry for your loss, truly. If you need to speak in private..." The wizard rests his hands upon the table as if unsure of what he would say. "Was the Flayer and dragon defeated? The magic orbs linger and the village is defended once more. Stronger them it once was but there was more to it. Something else yet I am unsure of what it was." He stands up and walks over to a side table, pouring something into a cup "Your safe now."The stern look Lars always had has not gone. Old and stubborn but powerful "I will speak to the Mayor about what happened unless you wish to."
Dungeon Master
GM, 697 posts
Fri 13 Aug 2021
at 12:09
  • msg #690

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

With all that has happened, the dwarf is silent. Perhaps something is bothering him but he lets the cleric talk to Lars but does ask for him to take Brankx as a apprentice. Lars seems hestitant about it, rubbing his chin but does agree. Brankx turns and walks up after bidding the warforged and human a goodbye for now. Silence fills the area as he looks at Cumandria and Ballest, waiting.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 343 posts
HP 62/62, AC:20
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Fri 13 Aug 2021
at 12:09
  • msg #691

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

A slightly subdued version of Cumarinda's smile returns to her face. "I'm happy to see that my favorite dwarf has finally found himself a like tempered mentor. I'm sure that Brankx's knowledge will grow like a weed, and Master Lars will have gained a loyal and steadfast apprentice." With her smile still subdued she adds, "We saw the dragon escape and fly north, but the mind flayer, sahuagin and others all were still under the mountain as it fell. As for my beloved Feris, he is possibly still alive under there. Lars, neither I nor Brankx have the knowledge of how we might discover for sure if Fenris is still there." She pauses, her breath catching in her throat, her smile breaking, as her eyes and voice implore Lars, "Please! In the name of mercy! If you have any way to tell if Fenris is there and alive or dead, please tell me!"
Lars Hayton
NPC, 9 posts
Fri 13 Aug 2021
at 12:09
  • msg #692

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The wizard watches Cumarinda as she spins the tale of what had occured. He leans forward, glancing at the warforged "Would you mind providing us privacy?" The warforged nods and walksout. His eyes narrow, hands resting upon the table "I may have a way. Do you have anything from him? A gift?" The mages eyes close for a moment and he mutters something "It does help I have met him. So the item would be good but not neccassary. It is a spell of some power. But I will cast it." Moving to take her hands "Close your eyes. Focus on Fenris." He casts the spell and nothing happens. Another moment. A arcane pull then nothing. His eyes open and his head tilts as he stares at her. Almost as if in shock. He slowly pulls his hands back. No words, almost as if pondering what he saw. For some time he doesn't know what to say. He stands up and goes over the window "Interesting."
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 344 posts
HP 62/62, AC:20
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Fri 13 Aug 2021
at 12:10
  • msg #693

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Following him over to the window, the fire-hair colored woman stands just behind the wizard, her eyes still tearful but also glimmering with hope. "Please Master Lars," she asks in voice trembling with emotion while she pulls out an armful of furs, "I have these furs that Fenris gave me if you need them. Please share with me what you've discovered." Wiping her face of the tears slowly trickling down her face, she looks at his face, looking for any signs of reply.
Lars Hayton
NPC, 10 posts
Fri 13 Aug 2021
at 12:10
  • msg #694

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The mage watches her for a moment as she approaches. He crosses his arms "I sense nothing. Not a single trace as if he does not exist. I cannot explain it." Lars takes a deep breath "Yet when my spell was about to end..." He holds his hands out "Fenris is inside of you." Gently rubbing the side of his head, trying to compensate it and he takes a deep breath and with a hand he points at her chest then to her stomach "Well to a degree." He goes to place a chair near her "This is well..." Lars seems dumbfounded for the first time in a long, long time.
Ballast
Fighter, 251 posts
HP 65/65, AC: 22
F: +7, R: +3, W: +3
Fri 13 Aug 2021
at 12:11
  • msg #695

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast was not terribly good at comforting others about death, death and deactivation being such a different thing for his kind.  But he had offered what physical support he could to Cumarinda as she had dug at the mountain.  When Lars had returned, Ballast was glad to see the old wizard, and glad enough to hear his news.  At least part of their quest had helped the village, even if the cost had been high.  "Fenris is the finest protector one could ask for," he told Cumarinda during their long, cold vigil.

Brankx's apprenticeship was a good thing.  Ballast was proud that his friend had chosen to learn from what was clearly a very learned and experienced magician.  "You will be a very strong wizard - I hope to see what you have mastered in the coming years."

But when Lars had done a magical scrying of Fenris, and made his most peculiar pronouncement, Ballast was baffled.  "Fenris... inside Cumarinda?" he said, shaking his head slowly in bewilderment.  "How?"
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 345 posts
HP 62/62, AC:20
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Fri 13 Aug 2021
at 22:43
  • msg #696

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Before she responds to Lars, she silently falls to her knees and turns her face into the sun  in prayer. "Oh Sun Father Pelor! Please grant your humble servant peace in the form of knowledge. I need to know the fate of my Fenris, is he alive or dead. Have I done all I can do for you here."

Cumarinda nods quietly then asks,"I am the only one of my profession here, right Master Lars? I can accept that Fenris lives only inside me. If you can tell me more I would appreciate it. Also, I need to know what has happened here since we left."
This message was last edited by the player at 23:26, Fri 13 Aug 2021.
Lars Hayton
NPC, 11 posts
Sat 14 Aug 2021
at 01:08
  • msg #697

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The wizard glances outside through the window and rubs his beared chin. He slowly looks back at the fighter and cleric "Others can be taught like my daughter. But that isn't what you want. The barbarian does live inside of you but I have never seen it before. Nothing like that. I am confused as you are, if not more. There is little I can tell you." He goes to rest his hands over her shoulder "Been about two days or more. The orbs began to grow stronger and the mountain fell. Hence why I went looking for you. The orb protects this place as long as I can keep it safe and secure. It protects Korthos from the weather. And no other sahuagin arrived. The area that you found was boarded up and prepared by the villagers and of course myself. No one will get into the village in that fashion. Its safe for now. More guards are being trained but we have no one to train them other then the smith. He gets the job done. And a wall has begun to be build." He lowers his hands "Fenris indeed lives within you and within Ballast yet different. This is out of my expertise and I want to explain it, and little that passes by me I can explain. But this? This is far above me." The mage seems rather surprised. He seems dumbfounded "A ship did make it here so if you wish, I asure you can get passage from this place that is if you choose to leave. I will contemplate what occured and will send you word if I come across anything." He walks over to the warforged and gently places his hand upon the massive warriors shoulder "Keep her safe for you are now her protector."
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 347 posts
HP 62/62, AC:20
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Mon 16 Aug 2021
at 08:55
  • msg #698

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"I'm happy to hear that a ship made it here safely, hopefully their success will be a sign that more ships will be coming to bring people and goods here." she remarked cheerfully, her smile slowly returning to her face. Still looking at Lars she asks, "Did another priest arrive here on the new ship, or am I wrong to think I am still the only clergyperson here? Also, I don't remember anyone mentioning whether there was a temple or shrine here?"
Lars Hayton
NPC, 12 posts
Mon 16 Aug 2021
at 09:28
  • msg #699

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"You know I am a mage but how would I know that eh?" Lars crosses his arms over his chest "If you wish to leave, alright. We'll survive, don't you worry. We don't need clergy whatevers to heal anyone. Got medicines and I bet we got some who can heal just fine, mark my words. And we got no shrine or temple here. But a place can be set up." His attitude changes to that of a more serious tone "You have help the people here greatly. If you wish to stay, so be it. Or to leave, that is fine as well. You will be missed and will always have a place here, mark my words. I may not be the easist mage to get along with but you have earned my trust. Anything you need, just ask."
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 348 posts
HP 62/62, AC:20
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Thu 19 Aug 2021
at 00:09
  • msg #700

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Cumarinda speaks apologetically, "I'm sorry, I thought you might know who and what your neighbors are and what they do. I forget that you've only come back recently." She bows slightly to Lars before continuing, "I appreciate your offer and I believe that we will both call upon you again. Thank you once more for your hospitality and sympathy to a young and sometimes foolish woman and her allies. Please excuse us, we need to go and report to the mayor. May Pelor's everbright everyday blessings be upon you!"

From there, Cumarinda and Ballast will go and find the mayor.
This message was last edited by the player at 18:03, Sun 22 Aug 2021.
Dungeon Master
GM, 704 posts
Thu 19 Aug 2021
at 22:13
  • msg #701

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"That was rather rude. I attempted to find your shall we say friend, Cumandria? I travelled to what appeared to be your designation. Brought you here and now my so called friend you insulted me by stating I don't know who my neightbors are and what they are doing? I'm sorry I don't keep tabs on them every moment. Yes I know this place rather well but expecting me to know what they are doing is rude. I do not know what they have in stock or what their trivial matters are." Out comes the grumpy Lars everyone knows. His tone is serious "Go on now. I have a apprentice to teach. Begone." He holds the door open and slams it shut behind you.

Outside within the main square, the mayor is talking to the blacksmith and sees you. He hurriedly approaches and goes to clasp the warforges hand as well as the clerics. Brankx is visible entering the inn and after a few moments returns and goes to Lars home. He enters and closed the door. Besides the mayor and smith, several others seem to be waiting and are conversing amonst themselves. The door leading into the apothocary is open and the gnome sits outside smoking a pipe. The air outside is cool and refreshing and there is no sign of snow within the confinces of the village. The ship looms in the dock with several people moving about on it. Its docked and the plank leading down from it is locked in place. Everyone seems to be in a decent mood and some are shocked. The village seems peaceful.
Zhera Resel
Rogue, 13 posts
Fri 20 Aug 2021
at 18:56
  • msg #702

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"What a day! Every little thing can just go wrong." From the way down the mountain, wet, covered in snow and trying to cover with her cloak a female form walked on half hunched. Ocacionaly pushing the snow off her shoulders and head with a hand. Her tanned skin and explorer outfit made her look out of place on the cold place.

She made her way asking for the place name and  where to get a room. She put her hood back, revealing her white hair.
This message was last edited by the player at 03:56, Mon 23 Aug 2021.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 351 posts
HP 62/62, AC:20
F: +7, R: +3, W: +8
Sun 22 Aug 2021
at 23:20
  • msg #703

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

After greeting Mayor Storr, Cumarinda tells the story of their adventure to Misery's Peak. She describes the roguish ally they had briefly, the terrible monsters they've seen and the great sacrifice it cost for the mission to succeed.

With her eyes still tearful, she manages to smile again at the end of the tale. "I know that Fenris, my hero, is finally resting in quiet forests bathed in Pelor's bright glory. We four set out to save this village and this island from the horrors that threatened it This we have done despite magic, monsters, and false allies against us. Now we need rest for our bodies and minds."
This message was last edited by the player at 20:15, Mon 23 Aug 2021.
Dungeon Master
GM, 710 posts
Mon 23 Aug 2021
at 01:01
  • msg #704

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"The mindflayer is dead? What of the dragon? False allies?" The mayor motions for the two of them to sit, and he sits down as well, resting his hands "Fenris is dead?" He looks like he is in a bit of shock after hearing what has happened and trying to make heads and tails of the ordeal "This place is safe for now. Lars had enforced the runes. More people want to guard Korthos and we are slowly getting ships. Well one of them but I assume more will come. Thank you. Is there anything I can do to help? A home can be provided in time but you are welcome to stay inside the Inn. Room and board will not be asked."
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 352 posts
HP 74/74, AC:20
F: +8, R: +4, W: +9
Mon 23 Aug 2021
at 20:55
  • msg #705

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Cumarinda quietly clears her throat and then adds, "We didn't see the Mindflayer and its mininons die but with the Dragon's freezing breath and the falling of the mountain peak ontop of it and its minions, I believe that everything besides the white dragon is buried there. I know that Fenris now only lives inside me." she concludes with a slightly sad smile while pointing to her heart.

With her full smile returning she nods to the Mayor, "Yes thank you, we will need a place to stay for now. Tell me, are there any buildings devoted to the Gods here? I feel that besides the magical protections here, the people here need strong spiritual protection and guidance to ward away evil. A church to Sunfather Pelor can also serve as a place for healing of the body and soul, a sanctuary for the people to come to whenever needed, a safe place for the children to learn and grow and a place to feed the needy."
Dungeon Master
GM, 711 posts
Mon 23 Aug 2021
at 21:49
  • msg #706

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"Until a place is prepared, you can stay in the inn. As for a place designate to Pelor, there is the crypt but that is not a place of worship. It seems we need to prepare a place of worship as few do what is needed here. I assume Lars brethren will prepare it but its need time to be built and we have little in the ways of resource at the moment as more of the village are building a wall and providing what is needed. I can of course get some of them to start preparing it but we need materials but with the ships coming that could be arranged and whatnot. Lars protects this place now which I am grateful for. I am grateful for what you and your allies have done and a place for Fenris will be made inside the catombs in memory of him." The man rests his hand upon her shoulder "If there is anything you or your allies need, I will see to it. I am but a lonely mayor. Room and board, perhaps some minor trinkets as well." He motions over to the apochary and nods "He will do what is told, just mention it is for me and the blacksmith. They have little but I bet they can help you out." He smiles.

One of the woman doing some minor shopping for vegatables near the ship mentions it is called Korthos and motions where the inn is located as well as the mayor who she points out speaking to two others-Ballast and Cumanrinda.

A kid rushes towards his mom and tugs her shirt. She looks down at him and he keeps looking back at the ocean "Momma whats that?" The woman looks over where he came from and takes his hand moving towards it and stops "Its a bird. A crane." He tilts his head and she keeps following him.
This message was last edited by the GM at 09:27, Mon 30 Aug 2021.
Zhera Resel
Rogue, 17 posts
Tue 24 Aug 2021
at 05:46
  • msg #707

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Korthos? Looks like that was the best she would get from that woman. With a nood and and her thanks she made her way to the mayor. Her eyes stayed on the golem to the the side before focusing on the old man.

"Scuse me sir?" She began when the conversation paused. "Can you tell me where this place is? I think I lost my way around, is this place close to the keep? Have never seen so much of THIS ever." She could finaly feel the snow falling down at her sides.
This message was last edited by the player at 04:58, Wed 25 Aug 2021.
Ballast
Fighter, 252 posts
HP 69/69, AC: 22
F: +8, R: +4, W: +4
Thu 26 Aug 2021
at 07:19
  • msg #708

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Ballast adds what detail he can when Cumarinda speaks of their adventures on the peak, backing up Fenris incredible bravery that had saved the village from those who were preying upon it.

When the mayor offers the hospitality of the inn, a place for Cumarinda's god, and a resting place for Fenris (or maybe, more accurately, and remembering place), Ballast gives his thanks.

"It is a kindness, and we thank you."  Ballast has little need of food or a bed, though occasionally he does like a private space.  He is more than willing to turn his own knowledge of blacksmithing and ship repair to doing what he can to aid in the construction (or renovation) of Cumarinda's shrine to the sun.  During the night hours, he continues to whittle little toy boats, and tries his luck at carving a dragon, and even Fenris himself, from small blocks of wood.  It is an amusing pastime, and for certain it makes him easy to find, as he usually sets up his carving station outside the inn.  The enormous, black-plated warforged must be a odd sight to some, carving tiny boats and beasts with his massive hands.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 356 posts
HP 74/74, AC:20
F: +8, R: +4, W: +9
Sun 29 Aug 2021
at 20:19
  • msg #709

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Cumarinda listens thoughtfully to Mayor Storr and Ballast. Her face then brightens with inspiration, "Mayor, Ballast, I've been struck by with insight. Perhaps while helping to build the wall around the village, we could also work on building a shrine to Pelor." With a wide smile she turns to Ballast, "Ballast, Could you find me the usable parts from boats and ships that have ended up in the waters near the Shipwreck Shore? Mayor Storr, are there any unfinished or unseaworthy boats here?" Between both sources, I think we could have enough to build a shrine or even a chapel."

Just as she finishes that thought, the young woman with wavy hair the color of fire, big brown eyes, sun-kissed skin, wearing robes and the holy symbol of Pelor the Sun Father; turns to address the newcomer with an affable smile, "This is the Village of Korthos, on the island of the same name, in the Straits of Shargon. I am Cumarinda Imbrex, Priestess of the Great Sun God Pelor. Who are you?"
This message was last edited by the GM at 11:52, Mon 30 Aug 2021.
Zhera Resel
Rogue, 21 posts
Mon 30 Aug 2021
at 03:11
  • msg #710

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Not getthin the answer she expected she muttered all the way "Korthos...Shargon" The name didnt seem to stir any name to her before letting out an explosive sight remembering that she was TERRIBLE at geography.

The look at the Pelor simbol telling her there could be assilum at the least. She rised a hand as if to scratch her head, but lowered a second later. "I am Zhera, honored priesterss." She ended almost questioning tone. She sounded a little unsure of how adress the woman. "Just an adventurer. That feels like bot feeling like a drowned rat....." She trailed off looking to the side.
This message was last edited by the GM at 09:28, Mon 30 Aug 2021.
Ballast
Fighter, 254 posts
HP 77/77, AC: 22
F: +8, R: +4, W: +4
Mon 30 Aug 2021
at 08:44
  • msg #711

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Cumarinda Imbrex:
Cumarinda listens thoughtfully to Mayor Storr and Ballast. Her face then brightens with inspiration, "Mayor, Ballast, I've been struck by with insight. Perhaps while helping to build the wall around the village, we could also work on building a shrine to Pelor." With a wide smile she turns to Ballast, "Ballast, Could you find me the usable parts from boats and ships that have ended up in the waters near the Shipwreck Shore? Mayor Storr, are there any unfinished or unseaworthy boats here?" Between both sources, I think we could have enough to build a shrine or even a chapel."

Just as she finishes that thought, the young woman with wavy hair the color of fire, big brown eyes, sun-kissed skin, wearing robes and the holy symbol of Pelor the Sun Father; turns to address the newcomer with an affable smile, "This is the Village of Korthos, on the island of the same name, in the Straits of Shargon. I am Cumarinda Imbrex, Priestess of the Great Sun God Pelor. Who are you, horned one?"


Ballast strokes his chin at Cumarinda's suggestion - he wasn't certain of the need for the gesture, but it had often been made by sailors deep in thought on the ships he'd served on, and he'd picked up the habit.  "That has much merit.  I can certainly look for such things on the harbor floor.  That would be much faster than making things from the beginning, and I am more familiar with fixing ships than I am with making structures on land."

As the strange woman, Ballast looks at her curiously.  "Zhera, I am Ballast.  May I ask, how did you come to this place?"  After all, several of them had been blown here by wind and weather on ships, and the village was small and for a good long while had been (and was again) protected by magic, while outside was a dragon and other great dangers.  Chance strangers would seem odd indeed.
This message was last edited by the player at 23:53, Mon 30 Aug 2021.
Dungeon Master
GM, 719 posts
Mon 30 Aug 2021
at 12:17
  • msg #712

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The mayor nods his head "I will see to the gathering of what is needed for the shrine." He turns just as a guard heads towards him "If you do not mind, I have business to attend to."

Its hard to tell if the rogue tells the warforged what brought her there but before she goes into the inn she has time.

The rogue and cleric decided to go possibly into the inn to chat while the warforged scours the area in search of anything of interested. He finds nothing of any value-no wealth, no items. Nothing besides old, drenched wood stuck into the ground of the ocean. Looks like anything of value was taken away or dropped down to a much further area-too far for the warforged to go. He does find a old symbol of Pelor that is old and rusted but the alchemist walks by and offers to take it to probably clean it with some solvants. He spends time talking to a few people and gathers up enough supplies for the shrime while the cleric finds a spot near the inn for it and prepares it for the shrine. A few people do bring nails and hammer and help out. The smith offers a hand as well and it seems the shrine will be built easily.

-------------------------------------
OUTSIDE:
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Moving from the shore, a cloaked form heads for the inn and stops as the warforged drops down a few small logs "Do you need aid?" He asks despite the other people doing what is needed.

In time-a few hours pass and the shrine is built near the entrance of the inn. A place for prayer. It is indeed small but just a area to do a quick prayer or ask for aid. But the alchemist doesn't return the the shrine, probably not done yet.

Inside the inn, Cumandria and Zhera sit at a table. The innkeeper brings over some stew, bread and water.
This message was last edited by the GM at 13:36, Thu 02 Sept 2021.
Zhera Resel
Rogue, 22 posts
Wed 1 Sep 2021
at 22:15
  • msg #713

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos


Following the cleric as they made their way to the inn. The place looked cozy. And the dry of a bit enclosed space made her feel better already. After hanging the cloak close to the fire to let it dry she couldn't help but curse for not paying more for a non cotton one.

Making her way to the shared table she sat acros for her. "Have you been her long Pristess? The mayor looked happy to help you around" She paused long enough to thank for the food and ask the room cost.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 358 posts
HP 74/74, AC:20
F: +8, R: +4, W: +9
Wed 8 Sep 2021
at 19:17
  • msg #714

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

In reply to Zhera Resel (msg # 713):

Cumarinda congenially replied, "Yes, both Ballast and I have been here long enough to render needed service to the people here. We and past friends faced evil creatures and dealt with them to the betterment of all. " A glint of anguish flashed in her eyes before she continued, resuming her conversational manner. "Please, tell us more about you if you will. I have to admit I've read about beings with horns, none of them seemed as agreeable as yourself."
Zhera Resel
Rogue, 24 posts
Sat 11 Sep 2021
at 03:17
  • msg #715

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos


A little alarmed she moved her hand to her head, only to look at the other and finding a piece of cloth there. With a heavy sight she looked half relieved but also something else. "Looks like you had your circumstances... Things... didnt progress as expected.. as always. Anyway, we, to quote a priest I once meet. We all receive the same blesings." She grestured around her with a tired smile, only to once again look at the piece of cloth and frown.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 361 posts
HP 74/74, AC:20
F: +8, R: +4, W: +9
Sun 12 Sep 2021
at 23:38
  • msg #716

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Cumarinda's smile brightened as she nods in agreement added, "Yes, the Holy Radiance of the Sunfather shines down on all living things of this world, guiding them with light and nurturing them with warmth!"

"So Zhera, what do you seek? What brings you here?", she asks with a cheery smile.
Zhera Resel
Rogue, 26 posts
Mon 13 Sep 2021
at 04:19
  • msg #717

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos


"A collapsed cave." She started after a pause. "It was a cave in the desert. Wandered the dark for some time. Was about to throw the jar the cave started shaking. Once oppened my eyes found myself half burried, then found myself in a winter mountain." She let a self-deprecating laugh. "Wonder what the stars will bring now."
Dungeon Master
GM, 724 posts
Mon 13 Sep 2021
at 18:12
  • msg #718

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

With the warforged probably busy, the druid slips into the tavern. The cloaked form sits down in a table and asks for water. The keep raises his brow and the druid ponders for a moment, then askes for tea as well. Instead of arguing with him, he grumbles and goes into the backroom. The man stares at the table, crossing his hands. He keeps his face hidden, just looking like some odd passerbye. Occasionally he glances around the room then back to the table.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 362 posts
HP 74/74, AC:20
F: +8, R: +4, W: +9
Fri 17 Sep 2021
at 21:31
  • msg #719

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Cumarinda replies to Zhera, "I have yet to be graced with knowledge of the future, yet I can surely say that you'll be safe here in the village." She pauses and looks thoughtfully into her drink before looking back at Zhera, "I'm sorry if I seem to be asking too many personal questions. But I must admit a growing curiosity, especially given you've avoided answering most of my questions. If I am being rude, please say so, and I'll stop."
Zhera Resel
Rogue, 27 posts
Sat 18 Sep 2021
at 04:03
  • msg #720

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos


She looks at her eyes, looking for something. Then looked away and just let a tired breath out. "No, its not that you are rude, its just the oppose of that.  Not... many ask about that.And its not without good reason most of the time." She looked at her with tired eyes. "But for me its more bring the fire first ask the questions later most of the time. I.. wasnt alone at the cave. Well, at first I wasnt alone. I will leave it at: It was easy to just leave me there." She pauses to take a long drink of her ale.


"There you have it. My wandering luck brought me here. As for what I want, right this moment, dont have to worry about people looks, eat my fill, maybe sleep on a bed till noon. After that? Sell a few things, maybe even find a great adventure." She finished with a flowrish, only marred by the self self-deprecating laugh at the end. She looked down with shame. "Sorry, just... needed to vent, you know?"
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 363 posts
HP 74/74, AC:20
F: +8, R: +4, W: +9
Mon 20 Sep 2021
at 02:11
  • msg #721

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The Priestess of Pelor regarded Zhera with a sympathetic look. "Oh, I see. Unfortunately, fearing what you don't understand is a common survival trait among many people. The worse are those who use others misfortunes only to advance themselves." She paused briefly to gently pat Zhera on the shoulder, "If you don't cause any problems, keep good company and are generally friendly. I think you can get everything you're looking for. But the innkeeper here will probably expect to you to pay for your room and food. Can you afford that?"
Dungeon Master
GM, 725 posts
Wed 22 Sep 2021
at 15:08
  • msg #722

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The keep walks by the cleric and rogue and having heard of the rogue paying, the keep grumbles "Yer friends with the cleric? On the house lest for now." He walks over to the table with the tea and some bread. After eating his meal, the man stands up and, walks over to the keep tp pay him and stops, staring at Cumandria. He lowers his hood and glances at the tiefling before walking out. Odd man.
Zhera Resel
Rogue, 28 posts
Thu 23 Sep 2021
at 02:57
  • msg #723

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos


She was about to answer when the keep made his rounds. "Thank... you?..." For some reason she started looking around before remembering the priestess. "Ah? yes, yes. I have some on me." She started uncertain. "Its this place always like this?"

She promised herself to find the keep later, ask for someone that can buy a few of her works and give her a tip.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 364 posts
HP 74/74, AC:20
F: +8, R: +4, W: +9
Wed 29 Sep 2021
at 00:30
  • msg #724

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Cumarinda nods quietly and adds, "Now you'll definitely be able to rest awhile. Ballast and I are going to offer our help for any other problems that might have arisen. If there's no further need for our help, I think it will be time to take the next boat to Stormreach."

Cumarinda looks curiously at the retreating figure of the hooded man who once had his eyes on her. Making a mental note to herself to keep him in mind, she turns her attention back to their new acquaintance.

"Ballast could you look after Zhera until I get back? I'm going to visit the alchemist and see how's he doing with the shrine's holy symbol. Zhera, Ballast should be able to look after you until I get back."
she said before excusing herself to run the errand.
This message was last edited by the player at 18:09, Thu 30 Sept 2021.
Dungeon Master
GM, 727 posts
Mon 4 Oct 2021
at 12:32
  • msg #725

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

ALCHEMIST SHOP:
The cleric hurries over to the shop. Inside, she finds the owner dealing with two clients and it looks like he has more supplies. He signs something and the clients head out, nodding their heads to the cleric. The man takes a deep breath and sits down looking at his store "Never thought I would have more supplies. I thought I was going to go broke or at least have enough for my family with little in return." He turns towards her and jumps up "I heard you left to go to the Peak. Glad your alive. Oh yes I know why your here." He goes into the backroom, and comes out with the newley painted and shined symbol of Pelor "I had to adjust it but I think this will suffice no? Oh I forgot. Are you leaving to go to Stormreach?"

MAIN SQUARE:
Faolan seems to be leaving, nodding to the warforged. Seems like this place is bustling more with activity. Several shipmates and taking crates off the ship and some are putting more on-mainly food. The mayor seems to be content. Some people are at the smith, probably tracding their ways. Two more walk out of the alchemist and head for the ship. It seems like this is slowly becoming a blossoming town-not too busy but nice and content.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 367 posts
HP 74/74, AC:20
F: +8, R: +4, W: +9
Tue 5 Oct 2021
at 18:29
  • msg #726

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Dungeon Master:
ALCHEMIST SHOP:
The cleric hurries over to the shop. Inside, she finds the owner dealing with two clients, and it looks like he has more supplies. He signs something and the clients head out, nodding their heads to the cleric. The man takes a deep breath and sits down looking at his store, "Never thought I would have more supplies. I thought I was going to go broke or at least have enough for my family with little in return." He turns towards her and jumps up, "I heard you left to go to the Peak. Glad you're alive. Oh yes I know why you're here." He goes into the backroom, and comes out with the newly painted and shined symbol of Pelor "I had to adjust it but I think this will suffice no? Oh, I forgot. Are you leaving to go to Stormreach?"


Cumarinda waits patiently and nods smiling at the clients as they leave. She listens to the alchemist and smiles in sympathy with his appreciation of the new supplies. "May Pelor bless you and your family, Thank You! This will surely glow with the Sun Father's warmth on all those who pray at our shrine!" she exults, while giving the alchemist an impromptu hug.

Ending the impulsive hug with a smile, she replies warmly, "Yes, I think so. Unless there are other troubles I can help with, I think Ballast and I will go to Stormreach. Are there any recommendations you can make for the trip or when we arrive. Or maybe there's something you need delivered?"

This message was last edited by the player at 21:35, Sat 09 Oct 2021.
Dungeon Master
GM, 732 posts
Wed 13 Oct 2021
at 12:14
  • msg #727

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

ALCHEMIST SHOP:
"Never been to Stormreach unfortunatly. This has been my home for a long time." The shopkeeper seems to be rather surprised and taken back by the hug. He steps back and adjust his shirt "Not the best but I got something for you. Let me see...." He goes into the backroom and comes back with four potions and a bag that has some weight "So, I got some potions. There's two of them here good for curing wounds. One is good for healing up the warforged? Took me awhile to figure it out. Indeed I did. The last two took a bit but since made them before...well yes. This one will make you go invisible and this will bless your weapons." He holds up the bag "Not much but could come in handy. I'm a businessmen after all, can't have me just throwing it aside eh? I didn't want to part with the invisibility but..." He sighs "Take it. Least I can do."

OOC
1 Potion of Repair Light Wounds
1 Potion of Invisibility
1 Potion of Bless Weapon
1 Potion of Cure Light Wounds
20 Gold


MAIN SQUARE:
The odd man gets onto the ship. Ballest continues to work, helping out here and there. Some people leave the small amount of shops-nothing from the Alchemist though. And some of the shipmates go to the inn, probably for ale. The tiefling wanders around.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 368 posts
HP 74/74, AC:20
F: +8, R: +4, W: +9
Wed 20 Oct 2021
at 00:36
  • msg #728

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

At first, Cumarinda simply stares at the proffered bag of potions, surprise and gratitude clearly evident in her expression. She briefly stutters,  “T..T..Thank you!” Before her eyes brighten and her smile grows wide. “Thank you so very much! I promise that these gifts will be used to help people and I will never forget your generosity!” After happily accepting the bag and potions, she blesses both the alchemist and his shop before leaving.

Before returning to the inn, Cumarinda will attempt to visit all the open shops, offering blessings and letting them know of her plans to visit Stormreach. With a warm smile and a hug she will also listen to their stories, complaints, and any requests they might have. The cleric will eagerly offer to help with any work they might have during her visit and will happily accept anything they may offer, whether tangible items or advice.

Any children she meets will be wholeheartedly be greeted with a smile, a hug, and a simple blessing, as well as played with if circumstances allow.
This message was last edited by the player at 08:01, Wed 20 Oct 2021.
Dungeon Master
GM, 735 posts
Wed 20 Oct 2021
at 13:55
  • msg #729

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

All the villagers have never left Korthos, as they haven't had a reason nor a way to venture out into the seas. Most know of Stormreach but have little information on it. The bakery gives some food for the travels-all baked good. And the tavern gives enough food to make up for it for at least a week so it is not a issue.

The cloaked form sits by the ship, staring up at it. And the guards do allow the wolf inside-bigger then most but in exchanged he must have a leash and a muzzle. Its hard to tell what changed their minds. The wolf sits down by the cloaked one side. He pats it lightly as they both stare at the ship.

A few people rush about here and there. They steer clear of the massive wolf, the kids pointing at it. Ballast watches the odd pair but since they are doing no harm, he helps out at the smith.
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 371 posts
HP 74/74, AC:20
F: +8, R: +4, W: +9
Fri 22 Oct 2021
at 21:16
  • msg #730

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Before returning to the inn, the priestess of Pelor will speak with the owner of the tomb and the guards assigned to the storeroom offering to lend further assistance. She will mention to the guards that she is planning to go to Stormreach, and she'll ask what they might know about the ship that is in harbor.

Given that the guards tend to be helpful, Cumarinda will take their advice and go to meet the captain of the ship.
This message was last edited by the player at 18:41, Sat 23 Oct 2021.
Zhera Resel
Rogue, 34 posts
HP 42/42, AC:19
F: +4, R: +11, W: +4
Sun 24 Oct 2021
at 05:02
  • msg #731

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos


Once finished with her food she ended up in a pensive mood. Looking at the hat on her hand she wondered again what to do. She felt weary at the moment, but it looked like she would need some money. Tired, she made her way to the barkeep asking for directions for a place to sell a few of her things. Before leaving the tavern she put her archers had covering her horns as she made her way.
Hekkir Jumlar
Evoker, 2 posts
HP 24/24, AC 11
F: +2, R: +3, W:+7
Tue 26 Oct 2021
at 18:52
  • msg #732

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

A light brown colored mare adorned with saddle and bit and bridle plodded along the road.  A rider in the saddle let the horse do the navigating for a bit, the path easy to follow as they had made the journey well enough times.  He only bothered correcting when she tried to go nibble on the local flora off the road a few times. The rider stretched and rolled his neck blinking a few times as he took a break from reading from the leather bound book he had in his hands.

The rider, Hekkir, an elf from the long pointed ears visible under his wide brimmed hat patted the horse's neck.  "Almost there Mulma we'll get you some more oats and I'll get some vegetables for...  I'm thinking a turnip stew.  What do you think of that?"  He smiled as one of the horse's ears twitched.  She never answered of course being a horse, but often it seemed she was listening which was good enough for him.  To a point.

Part of the reason Hekkir was heading to town was for supplies, the rest was because he was just wanting some semblance of conversation with someone other than himself or his horse.  He knew he was a bit of a shut in living out of the village like he did, but he liked the relative silence when he was studying his trade.  Sliding the well worn book into the pouch at his side, he closed and latched the bag as he neared the town.  He put a smile on his young looking face as he entered the village and made his way to the market.
Dungeon Master
GM, 750 posts
Mon 8 Nov 2021
at 01:58
  • msg #733

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The guards allow him into Korthos, some perhaps knowing the man but knowing the wizard keeps to himself. As he arrives, several people are putting their wares on the ship but its well known getting a ship to Korthos is easier said then done with the past dragon attacking them. But everyone seems to be at ease. Oddly a warforged is helping out-something new and strange. It seems to be rather busy and the ship captain is ordering people around. The mayor is nowhere to be seen-perhaps in his home. Near the ship is a man, hood up and oddly has a rather large wolf by his side. He is heading up the platform to the ship. Cumandria seems to be heading to the ship as well as Zhera.
Hekkir Jumlar
Evoker, 5 posts
HP 24/24, AC 11
F: +2, R: +3, W:+7
Mon 8 Nov 2021
at 15:42
  • msg #735

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"A curious happening today..."  Hekkir muttered to mostly himself, though he was still close to his horse as well as he watched the ship being loaded.  His eyes focused on the warforged of course, as those were relatively rare to see.  The man with a huge wolf was the next thing he saw.  Before he knew what was happening, the elf found himself walking over towards the ship.  Once he got to the bottom of the ramp he raised a hand calling out to anyone he could try to gain the attention of at the moment.  Whether that be someone on board already or someone who may be trying to board right now.  "Hail and Hello!  I'm sorry to bother you, but can someone tell me what is all the rush is about?"
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 374 posts
HP 74/74, AC:20
F: +8, R: +4, W: +9
Thu 11 Nov 2021
at 00:31
  • msg #736

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

In reply to Hekkir Jumlar (msg # 735):

Just after Hekkir's hail to the ship, a tan skinned, red haired, brown eyed human woman with the robes and holy symbol marking her as a cleric of Pelor, looked the elf in the eyes and replied with a smile and a polite bow, "Hello! It's no bother at all. In answer to your question, this ship is preparing to leave for ports elsewhere." Pausing briefly, she gave him an appraising look before meeting him eye-to-eye again and continuing, "I am Cumarinda Imbrex, healer, cook, and Priestess of the God Pelor, The Sun Father. Who are you?"
Hekkir Jumlar
Evoker, 6 posts
HP 24/24, AC 11
F: +2, R: +3, W:+7
Thu 11 Nov 2021
at 01:48
  • msg #737

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"Oh yes, sorry."  The elf bowed slightly to the human woman removing his hat when he did so thus freeing his long blonde hair.   "I am Hekkir Jumlar.  I am a mage who lives several miles outside of town.  I come to town only rarely when I need supplies..."  The elf offered a warm smile as he put his hat back on his head, adjusting it slightly tilted towards the back.  "I also come looking for new experiences conversations and the like.  Speaking of which, might I ask to where are you going?"
Cumarinda Imbrex
Cleric, 375 posts
HP 74/74, AC:20
F: +8, R: +4, W: +9
Thu 11 Nov 2021
at 06:32
  • msg #738

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

Hekkir Jumlar:
"I also come looking for new experiences conversations and the like.  Speaking of which, might I ask to where are you going?"


With a matching smile, the vivacious human priestess nodded to the elven mage. "Well, Magician Jumlar, yes you may ask where I'm going...if you provide me with your preferred choice of address." Briefly fingering her wooden holy symbol with her left hand she jauntily rests her right hand on her hip.
Hekkir Jumlar
Evoker, 7 posts
HP 24/24, AC 11
F: +2, R: +3, W:+7
Sat 13 Nov 2021
at 01:25
  • msg #739

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

The elf grinned and waved a hand dismissively.  "You need not use formal titles with me.  Hekkir is fine.  I answer to Hey you elf too on occasion."  He chuckled then cleared his throat.  "I do not mean to pry into private matters if this be those.  I am merely curious Miss..."  He reached up and smacked the side of his own head.  "Oh I forget my manners indeed.  The general store owner is right,  I spend too much time with only my horse to talk to.  I should have asked you straight away:  how would you like to be addressed?"
Dungeon Master
GM, 755 posts
Sun 14 Nov 2021
at 21:46
  • msg #740

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"ALL ABOARD! STORMHAVEN! ALL ABOARD! STORMHAVE!" The voice booms out from a horn on the ship. Ballest grabs his gear, thanking the blacksmith before moving towards the ship. The druid waits near the landing platform, checking his gear. A growl comes from the wolf and a bark as it waits on Faolan. His eyes dart from one person to the next, perhaps trying to read them but hard to tell and his eyes fall upon the cleric for a moment.

One of the sailor packing a few items hear Hekkir and moves towards him, bowing his head "Sorry to interupt. A magican I heard? Like Lars?"
Hekkir Jumlar
Evoker, 9 posts
HP 24/24, AC 11
F: +2, R: +3, W:+7
Sun 14 Nov 2021
at 22:08
  • msg #741

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

"Lars?" The elf cast a quizzical look at the sailor as if studying the man a moment.  There was something about the tone the man used which prompted him to respond.  Not that he was the type to be offended even if the man interrupted a conversation.  "I'm not sure who Lars is at the moment, but I am a mage.  My name is Hekkir Jumlar.  I am a local."  He glanced to Cumarinda a moment and then grinned.  "Just calling me Hekkir is fine though."
Dungeon Master
GM, 757 posts
Mon 15 Nov 2021
at 19:05
  • msg #742

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos

After meeting the cleric, the mage departs to gather up any other gear and food he needs and leaves the village. The sailor looks at the mage as it departs then looks at Cumandria "Mages..." He sighs and goes back to the ship, with Ballest watiing.
Zhera Resel
Rogue, 38 posts
HP 42/42, AC:19
F: +4, R: +11, W: +4
Wed 17 Nov 2021
at 06:17
  • msg #743

Re: (IC) The Village of Korthos


Seeing an elf pass put her on guard, but seeing him so normal looking confused her a little. Well, can't have it all in one day. Deciding to ignore him as he did she made her way towards the boat only to take a detour when she saw a familiar face close to a sailor. "Hey, Cumarinda, we meet again." She greeted the priest her backpack behind her. "Thanks for the other day. Really saved my bacon." An exaggeration for many but for her it was truer.
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