Hunches over trying to catch her breath, "We're safe now right?" as she looks at the direction of the battle, and back to the woman, "You're Jaheira right, because I don't want to do that again."

As Moonsong asks the question of her wounds Ruby looks down to her own wound and listens worried.

In reply to Moonsong (msg # 103):

"I am Jaheira and grateful that you have pulled through, my husband did well. The gibberlings need to actually take a bit of a chunk out of you in order to disease you..." , she quickly glances at the visible wounds of the party. "You all should be safe, just some scratches, bumps, and bruises".

She takes a quick walk between the trees looking in the direction of where the team ran away from, "We do not have much time and I was not why you were all summoned to Friendly Arms Inn. I am sure Khalid promised a pay", she nods her head while looking at Khalid.

Khalid props himself up and fishes for something in his bag, then goes from one party member to the next giving each a leather purse with some metal clanking within.

When this is over Jaheira studies the team, as if weighing her options. "...I am unsure how much Khalid have told you. Him and I are part of the group called Harpers. We are sworn to protect people of Faerun of any dangers and keeping it in balance", her voice becomes low and already thick Tethyrian accent even thicker. "When we were attacked by these creatures, Khalid and I were summoned to Baldur's Gate by our close friend and fellow Harper. She has strong suspiscious of a growing threat in the city. We needed somebody new, but headstrong, and good. Your task for why you were summoned to the tavern was not to rescue me, but to help us unravel this mystery. I am unsure what my husband have promised, but I am willing to pay 100 gold pieces a person in order to hire you again".

OOC: +50gps for each member.

@Simon

You have a familiar feeling at the back of you head. It feels warm and calming. The sound of trees swaying in the wind give you a familiar feeling you cannot quite place. A calming feeling spreads through you body. You swear you can hear someone's voice in your head. Female, warm, calming, familiar, "Nice moves, kiddo...we are proud". Is it a voice of your Godmother...? The voice is gone and the feeling of calmness and warmth disappears with it.

OOC: You gain inspiration. Good use of spell
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"I'm a lumberjack." Einar rumbled, absentmindedly pouring a bit of ester on his scratch before flexing the muscles around it to squeeze out Any gunk and filthy blood.
"wanna help... ain't sure how I can though. I know forestry n' chopping. Not mysteries." He added after judging the wound cleaned. He didn't quite look anyone in the eye, uncomfortable both with the many People and with the fact that He felt He vouldn't be of use going forward. He hadn't expected adventuring to involve quite so much talking or potential city work. Not this early, at any rate.

Simon wags a couple fingers at the Harpers. "Simon." he then concentrates on his scratch, and focuses his attention on making it clean., brushing it off and muttering until the it is as clean as possible.

OOC: Prestidigitation.
It probably won't do much for a magical infection, but clean wounds are always better than dirty ones.

Sundos sat down on the ground. Then he knelt and said a quiet prayer. (Casts Cure Wounds on Self)

Feeling much better, he stood up and introduced himself to the new comers. He thanks them for the payment with a slight nod of the head. "I have heard of the Harpers. I will be more than glad to help you in the future."

OOC
Cast Cure Wounds on Self
13:17, Today: Sundos Brightblood rolled 5 using 1d8+3.  Cure Wounds on Self.

As Ruby grabs the she smiles "Is it more monsters?" as she thinks to herself "100 gold can go a long way." with a sign trying to sound like her arm is being twisted "well since I am already here I might as well go the extra mile and help again. What can we do for you?" as she crosses her arms waiting to listen for the details.

"Good, good. Than most of the group it seems already in agreement", she give merchant a quick glance, "A fellow harper and a close friend. She is in her 20s, however may look younger. Light brown hair, green eyes, visible scar over her right eye. She usually wears leather armor with a green cloak. She is expecting us in Elfsong Tavern. The tavern is located on the East, Lower City portion of Baldur's Gate. If you are near Wyrm's Crossing you are there. Khalid and I need to return to Friendly Arms Inn urgently to finish some of the task at hand there, we will catch you in Baldur's Gate in about 10 days. If any correspondence need to be exchanged, then speak to Imoen. She will relay information to us. Oh and if she asks for a secret word use Shadowdale

Merchant catches Jaheira eyes and nods at her, "As I mentioned previously I am a merchant. I would be very appreciative, if your group will have me reach the city. I am not asking to look for my cart and I do not have any coin on me. However, if you are to help I will figure a way to thank all of you. Maybe you can stop by at my store. It is a first store we have opened in Baldur's Gate. However, it is our fifth one in the world. Perhaps if you have travelled, you may have heard of us Bards and Nobles? We started with some books, scrolls, trinkets, slowly opened up some weapons and armor sections. If not for the coins, perhaps I will be able to provide you with a discount!, he looks around the group a look of hope and perhaps worry on his face.
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Moonsong closed her eyes as she tapped into the Flow of Nature. Her skin cooled at the silvery blue energies that knit the wound in her back. The divine magicks of the Earth not healed, but reinvigorated her. She stepped with graceful flourish that made her pale blonde hair wave like a flaxen sheet.

When Moonsong overheard Einar, she gently squeezed his uninsured arm. Well, as much as she could squeeze a veritable tree trunk of solid muscle. “I share your...apprehension of cities. However, you proved yourself for formidable in our recent fight. We shall surely need your might again.”

Moonsong nodded at Jaheira. “Indeed, I think we are all unanimous in aiding your cause.” She waved a hand toward the Merchant. “Certainly! It would be safer for you if you traveled with us and returned to the city.”


OOC:

21:45, Today: Moonsong rolled 11 using 1d8+3.  Cure Wounds on Self.


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In reply to Moonsong (msg # 112):

"Good, I am glad everyone is in agreement. we should not delay this, this forest is not safe. We should all set out right now. If you do not have any questions...Khalid and I will leave right away, also", he pauses for any questions.

OOC: If no questions are asks her and Khalid will collect themselves and disappear into the thick forest.


OOC: If you have not, please update your character sheet to level 2. We shall max out HP, no rolling needed. Whoever decide to lead the party to Baldur's Gate, please roll 3 Survival rolls.

As Jaheira & Khalid departed, Moonsong assisted her companions in breaking camp. “We must make haste and leave these woods. The Gibberlings will soon find our scent, and we do not wish to meet them at night.” She gathered any herbs useful in their journey ahead, and stared purposefully at the sky, noting the position of the celestial bodies in the sky.

“I shall guide you to Baldur’s Gate. I know the roads and woods alike well enough to lead us there.” Moonsong glanced at Einar. “If I stumble along the way, I will need your assistance in righting our path.” Then, Moonsong motioned for them all to follow her...

OOC:

01:32, Today: Moonsong rolled 7 using 1d20+5.  Survival Check #3.
01:32, Today: Moonsong rolled 13 using 1d20+5.  Survival Check #2.
01:32, Today: Moonsong rolled 18 using 1d20+5.  Survival Check #1.

A little uncertain about the kind words from Moonsong, but also more than a little happy, Einar simply grunted his affirmation when she mentioned him assisting her in finding the way. While he didn't know these Woods, He did know Woods in general. How different could these be? It was still in the same lands after All.

OOC:
Einar gives support to Moonsong's survival rolls. Which, if there's Any doubt, mens that you roll 2 d20's for each check and take the Best result.

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It would have taken about a day to get to Baldur's Gate, however Moonsong was either nervous or the unfamiliar with these woods, also the idea that these woods were filled with nasty creatures may have been putting her off. It takes a day and a half of walking to finally make it to the front entrance of Baldur's Gate.

First the forest recedes followed by smaller farms, then larger buildings. As you go around the corner you notice walls of Baldur's Gate starting to get closer and higher. Several more minutes and you approach the entrance.

It is blocked by from what you can see 5 guards, dressed in Flaming Fist armor. One who seems to be a higher ranking talks to a small line of people ahead of you. A few words, some coins exchanged and he continues to motion people forward. It is finally your turn. He motions for you to approach him. His voice is rushed and bored at the same time, "Standard fee of 1 copper per each person entering the city of Baldur's Gate. Additional one copper for any stock brought in, one per head", he motions for the group to provide the payments, "Additionally state your intent of coming to this city. Pleasure or business? Alright? Sounds good"

OOC: Those who paid he motions through into the city without awaiting the answer to his question. Those who do not provide the payment are met with a suspicious look".

Simon pulls out a gold piece, "Business, pleasure, and curiousity. Can you make change? and not 99 copper, for pity's sake?"


OOC:
If change is made, he'll pay his way in, if not...well, he won't, but he's willing to make arrangements to pay later.

In reply to Simon (msg # 117):

Guard rolls his eyes, counts back coins for Simon and gives them back. You get back 9 silver and 9 copper.

Einar Eyed the exchange of coin with interest, relieved that it seemed a hasslefree procedure. Once Simon was squared away, He Too walked up to the guard. "Same." He said, handing the guard a gold coin as well.
"business." He Then added after a beat. He definitely wasn't visiting such a big city for pleasure. The mere thought of so many People, so close together... It was enough to give him shivers.

In reply to Einar Forester (msg # 119):

"Aha...alright. Here is your coins too, don't be causing any trouble ye here?", he motions for the barbarian to move along too.

Perhaps the rest of the group felt glad to be rid of the forest, but Moonsong felt differently when she saw the imposing gates. The pushy brusqueness of the Flaming Fist reminded Moonsong why she proffered the solitude of the forest. When the gatekeeper bellowed his orders, she rummaged for the change made by the barmaid a few days back. “Here.”

After she paid her fee, she said, “Business.” She quickly shuffled along with Einar and Simon, only sparing the briefest backwards glance for Ruby. Already the din of the city assaulted her nerves. Although Moonsong maintained her composure, she wanted to be off the streets as quickly as possible.

In reply to Moonsong (msg # 121):

"Go on, lass, go on", the guard coins off more coins.

The merchant, Jorvan looks a bit uncomfortable, "Would anyone be able to pay my way in, I will be much appreciated of that".

Simon flips the guard a copper piece from his new stash.

Ruby was relieved to be in civilization as they walked toward the gates. As the group begun handing coins to the guards Ruby looked at her pouch and thought to herself "If I can save a gold why not?" as she tried to slip past the guards while the group was finishing there transactions.

22:04, Today: Ruby Rose rolled 18 using 1d20+5.  Stealth.

Once they passed through the gate, Moonsong attempted to find the Elfsong Tavern. However, the commotion of merchants, guards, and city folk  distracted her. Instead, she quietly stuck near Einar, Sundos, and Simon, while casting a concerned eye for Ruby.

OOC:

03:35, Today: Moonsong rolled 7 using 1d20+5.  Perception: Find Elfsong Tavern.

 

In reply to Ruby Rose (msg # 124):

You stealth your way into Baldur's Gate. The guards fail to notice you.

In reply to Moonsong (msg # 125):

You attempt to find your way, but the business of the city makes it hard to navigate. Jorvin coughs to get attention to him, when he notices your troubles. He gives you quick directions which make it easier to navigate to the tavern.

"I appreciate your help, friends. Once again, if you have a moment see if you can visit me at the shop. I will be there for the next few days, making sure the shop is working fine and also to write letters to the families of my deceased colleagues. Once again, than you for all of your help. Don't forget the shop is called Bards and Nobles!"

With that said he disappears into the crowd.

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