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Post by The Perilous Dreamer on Apr 24, 2020 16:15:42 GMT -5
This is the thread that everything kicks off in to start game play.
You are all in the town of Duraham, a walled town of about 3000 population not counting children and non-humans. It does have a mix that includes some of most races. Most common items are available for purchase. There are a number of Taverns (drinking, eating & possibly entertainment) and Inns (lodging, private drinking, eating & possibly entertainment for guests - all depending on the size of the establishment). There is a commercial area and several places to seek work of all kinds.
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Post by The Perilous Dreamer on Dec 5, 2020 0:41:30 GMT -5
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Post by The Perilous Dreamer on Dec 5, 2020 0:43:45 GMT -5
Once I get everything ready and all of you have your characters set, then we will pick up in this thread. Questions or comments prior to that time should go to this thread OOC Info Thread for New PbP. |
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Post by The Perilous Dreamer on Jan 1, 2021 21:02:18 GMT -5
Attention all players: Paladin raikenclw mao Hexenritter Verlag ampleframework hengest We are starting today, I still have a couple of things to post and not all of you have your characters ready. But in this thread starting talking and introduce yourselves. Let us assume that one of you and henchman (if you have one) are in the tavern known as The Laughing Ogre. At the bar a massive ogre presides and he is covered with scars, none of you have ever seen such scars on someone who still lives and has full use of his limbs. A sign above the bar reads "You should see the other guy." You (one of you) are talking to your henchman (or you ask someone a question) and the others gradually join the conversation until everyone currently playing is present. |
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Post by mao on Jan 2, 2021 7:17:22 GMT -5
A stunningly handsome(18 Cha) mage absentmindedly is petting and feeding a a pure black bobcat. in front of him are the books " Cleric spellcasting" and " A brief history of lost cities". He alternately is petting the bobcat and glancing at the well worn books.
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Post by Paladin on Jan 2, 2021 15:53:11 GMT -5
"Motley lot in here," Baldric (the ironically-named) Tallfellow observes from his chest-high vantage point. The hobbit stands upon his meaty tip-toes to get a better look, but his efforts are frustrated by the tall folk around him.
"How can you tell?" His much taller companion asks. The armored human navigates the crowd with ease. He espies a table occupied by a rather dashing man perusing a selection of books and angles toward him.
"My nose tells me what my eyes cannot," Baldric mutters and pulls a face. "A good dip in the river would suit this crew."
Christopher Grey hides his smile and weaves through the crowd until they reach his objective. Baldric clings to his mail to avoid being separated. The halfling's grip loosens the young man's cloak pulls it aside briefly to reveal a bright red cross woven into the silvered links.
"Pardon me," Christopher begins when they reach the table. "It's a bit crowded, and we wondered if--"
"Thank you kindly for sharing your table, mate," Baldric pipes up and plonks himself down in the nearest chair. He flashes a plucky grin and waves for a drink.
Christopher sighs, then seats himself beside Baldric. "Apologies for my friend. He's a charming bugger, when he chooses to be. But courtesy escapes him."
The cleric extends a mailed hand. "Christopher Grey." He motions to the hobbit. "And--"
"Baldric Tallfellow," the halfling interrupts again. "Who might you be? A man of learning, perhaps?" He glances at the books and the coal-black cat. "Beautiful beast," he remarks.
Chris shakes his head, sighing again and ordering a drink.
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Post by The Perilous Dreamer on Jan 3, 2021 0:37:28 GMT -5
FYI: I will be posting all referee comments in red, so that they are harder to miss.
When you are making any OOC: comments or asking questions of the ref please just differentiate it from IC by typing OOC: and putting it all in blue and all IC will be in basic black (no need to note IC), this will help keep us from getting confused. I am also putting it in bold because it makes red easier to read for my colorblind eyes.
So please continue the conversation and whatever else you want to do and hopefully the other players will be joining in soon. Once we have at least three you can do whatever you want, even if the other players have not been able to join yet, but I will work them in as they arrive.
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Post by mao on Jan 3, 2021 9:28:10 GMT -5
"I am called Xur The Thinker, a mage" I am pleased to make your acquaintance" He warmly shakes hands with a surprising strong grip. " I am seeking knowledge and I am very curious about clerics.I would love to pick your brain on your thinking and training. Please tell me about you, I m very interested.
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Post by The Perilous Dreamer on Jan 7, 2021 15:05:26 GMT -5
The two of you that are there go ahead and talk with each other, right now we are just waiting on a third player to join, then we will get going. Right now only two players have spoken up.
Paladin check
raikenclw ??
mao check
Ebon Hearted Soul ??
ampleframework not online at present
hengest ??
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Post by mao on Jan 7, 2021 16:58:22 GMT -5
"You seem reluctant to speak, so let me first tell you about myself" Xur says with a winning smile. "There is no way to tell you about my past with out bragging , so here goes"
"I was born the 3rd son of a minor baron" "It was decided for me to become a paladin, but I would have none of it, I wanted to be a fighter and gain knighthood. While being trained as such I shot to the top of the class, but something was missing." I took my leave of my swordmaster and wandered the country side, all the while seeking my fate. When I ran into a mysterious woman."
" She told me things about my past, present and future. She looked into my soul and found my destiny was to be a mage. I scoffed at her, but she gave me a simple test that indicated I could be a great mage."
"I went alone into the wilderness trying to make sense of my life when I happened across an archwizard. He saw the same and begged me to be his aid, and learn magic. After a long afternoon I reluctantly took him up on the offer. In 6 short months, I blossomed in to a prodigy as predicted.. I went on to advanced schooling and this is how I come to you this day." Xur pauses as if to say more and he darkened his smile"I...no that story must wait another day.'
" I have a huge handicap that I cannot figure out." Xur again poses before continuing. " I must memorize cantrips, I am unable to cast them at whim like all other mages" Seems a strange thing for a prodigy , doesn't it?"
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Post by Paladin on Jan 9, 2021 20:44:27 GMT -5
Christopher absorbs the mage's summary of his rather eventful life thus far and offers a pensive nod in return. "There are many strange things under the sun, Xur the Thinker," he replies.
Chris smiles and shrugs. "There isn't much to tell of me. I serve my fellow man in whatever small ways that I'm able--"
Baldric clears his throat and shoots the tall folk a meaningful look. "I caught the short joke, Chris. You're not as subtle as you think, you know? Small ways, eh?" He winks at Xur.
"Chris is a god-botherer and I look out for him. He tithes away good coin and I spend mine on wine and women to show him what he's missing, dont I?" The cheeky halfling cocks his head at Chris.
Another deep sigh echoes the one from before and the long-suffering cleric nods again. "Yes, my friend. You guzzle and swive and remain penniless, while I waste good coin on the poor and destitute and get no joy out of life," he says, obviously parroting Baldric's words from a previous conversation on the topic. "It's called balance, you twit."
His verbal jab is delivered with an accompanying grin, and Baldric shakes his head and mutters something unflattering about a tall holy man of his acquaintence.
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Post by The Perilous Dreamer on Jan 9, 2021 23:00:37 GMT -5
I have spoken with Hexenritter Verlag and he is going to finalize his character and join you in a day or two. Please continue talking, also the ogre (owner) holds sway at the bar and there are a number of barmaids/waitresses and one should be approaching you once you are seated or you may go place an order directly at the bar. (Drinks and/or Food)
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Post by mao on Jan 11, 2021 18:42:18 GMT -5
" Chris and little guy" Xur starts"Here is a small bit of meat" Tear it up in small chunks and feed them to Sheldon...the cat here on the tables"" The black Lynx stares hopefully at the 2 newcomers." It is the onlly way that he will see you as friends." He is my companion and bodyguard." ' he also likes to be scratched on the right ear or petting him'. Xur hands two small chuncks of meat and offeres it to the pair.
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Post by mao on Jan 12, 2021 8:54:15 GMT -5
"I am very interested in exploring the ancient ruins and dungeons" I look around to see if there are any adventurers who have come back from them. I am especially interested in any magical society ruins.
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Post by raikenclw on Jan 12, 2021 20:27:48 GMT -5
A red-skinned Deveuil of average build wearing a long sword accompanied by a rather large [STR 18] Human bearing a two-handed sword on his back - both wearing worn yet well-maintained studded leather armor - enter the tavern. From their body language it's clear that the Deveuil is the senior of the pair. The duo pull out seats from a table next to the trio with the lynx, just in time to hear the comment about exploring from the fellow with the books. Pointing at his chest, the Deveuil says, "I'm Sora, a cleric of Achaius The Traveller*." Hooking a thumb at his large companion, he continues, "This is my armsman Josiah. He doesn't talk much."At this, the aforementioned Josiah smiles - a brief flash of yellowed teeth through bristly beard, reminding one of a row of ancient tombstones in an untended churchyard - and agreeably nods. Sora continues, "We are also interested in exploration, preferably of accursed sites, so as to best prevent the spread of Evil."
___________________________________ * = OOC: Sora is referring to the deity that's patron to travelers/merchants.___________________________________ SORA DAMOCLEESE
JOSIAH PLANCHET
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Post by The Perilous Dreamer on Jan 12, 2021 22:06:08 GMT -5
the Deveuil says, "I'm Sora, a cleric of The Traveller*." * = OOC: Sora is referring to the deity that's patron to travelers/merchants . . . whose actual name I [the player] can't currently recall.  |
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Post by mao on Jan 13, 2021 6:00:36 GMT -5
Xur warmly welcomes the pair. "Pleased to meet you" I am Xur, sometimes called the Thinker" I am always interested in hearing the stories of clerics, indeed any spellcaster." " Please pull up a couple of chairs and join us." " This is Sheldon" pointing to the lynx." "my guard and companion."
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Post by Paladin on Jan 13, 2021 20:36:43 GMT -5
"We're going to get along famously," Baldric whispers as he flicks the meat to Sheldon. Christopher more cautiously does the same, eyeing the large feline warily until it takes the friendship offering.
He turns at the sound of voices and greets the newcomers with a welcoming smile and a courteous nod for each. Baldric eyes the pair with a speculative glance.
"He bothers a different god than you, Chris," the small man observes. "They must get so tired of you lot, forever praying and asking for things." He grins at the playful remark. "Welcome, new friends!"
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Post by mao on Jan 14, 2021 5:42:02 GMT -5
" It appears that Sora has a similar goal to myself, I think they dove tail nicely. Many of the civilizations I wish to delve in have been corrupted. What say you Chris? I think the fates have brought us to this place. Perhaps a small bit of divine inspiration.
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Post by raikenclw on Jan 16, 2021 19:46:41 GMT -5
Xur warmly welcomes the pair. "Pleased to meet you. I am Xur, sometimes called 'the Thinker.' I am always interested in hearing the stories of clerics, indeed any spellcaster. Please pull up a couple of chairs and join us." Pointing to the lynx: "This is Sheldon, my guard and companion." Baldric [sic] turns at the sound of voices and greets the newcomers with a welcoming smile and a courteous nod for each. Baldric eyes the pair with a speculative glance. "He bothers a different god than you, Chris," the small man observes [to his apparent companion]. "They must get so tired of you lot, forever praying and asking for things." He grins at the playful remark. "Welcome, new friends!" Each of the two newcomers return the hobbit's welcoming nod with a matching one of their own. Sora finds himself glancing back and forth and back again, as he follows the comments of the hobbit as well as the apparent mage. As he does so, Josiah silently raises one massive arm and attempts to attract the attention of one of the tavern's very busy servers. Sora bristles just a bit at being called a "spellcaster" by Xur, then a tiny bit more at the "bothers" comment from Baldric. It is in a somewhat cool tone that he replies, "I cannot comment as to the self-concept of other clerics. But for my part, I am only a - hopefully humble - servant of Achaius in this mortal realm. I aid and assist His goals to the best of my poor abilities, while claiming the smallest necessary degree of His attention."Indicating Josiah with a nod, Sora adds, "It is poor Josiah's lot to keep my body and soul together while I am so engaged."The massive armsman nods and flashes another "tombstones in the bushes" grin at this, even as he continues to try to flag down a server. [Xur adds]: "It appears that Sora has a similar goal to myself, I think they dovetail nicely. Many of the civilizations I wish to delve in[to] have been corrupted. What say you, Chris? I think the fates have brought us to this place. Perhaps a small bit of divine inspiration". Sora agrees in a warmer tone. It is with some apparent interest that the red-skinned Deveuil also turns his attention to the tall armored Human - apparently cleric of some other Good deity - and adds, "Do you find it so, Master . . . Chris, is it?" |
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Post by Paladin on Jan 16, 2021 20:49:23 GMT -5
Baldric hides an amused smile behind one hand and coughs politely.
"Perhaps so, Xur," Chris says. "I like the sound of that."
He shifts his gaze to the other cleric. "Sora, was it? I'm terrible with names." He grins self-concsciously and extends a hand. "Christopher Grey is mine, though the whole is seldom spoken. My companion Baldric shortens it to Chris, so I answer to either one."
The red cross upon his shield proclaims him a follower of the One God and servant of the Church of Law.
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Post by mao on Jan 17, 2021 7:34:59 GMT -5
Xur stares at Sora and stops talking. AS if on cue,Sheldon hisses at Sora for a couple of seconds until Xur says a word to the lynx. Sheldon lays back down and curls up on the table. "Sora I....."
Xur looks like he is thinking about something and the smile returns to his face.
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Post by raikenclw on Jan 17, 2021 21:58:27 GMT -5
"Perhaps so, Xur," Chris says. "I like the sound of that." He shifts his gaze to the other cleric. "Sora, was it? I'm terrible with names." He grins self-consciously and extends a hand. Sora leans closer and accepts the proffered handshake. Chris finds his grip firm but a tad on the cool side; apparently Sora's race is not a warm-blooded one. From the closer vantage, Sora can now see the red cross upon the other's shield and realizes that his surmise was - in the main - correct. "Christopher Grey is mine, though the whole is seldom spoken. My companion Baldric shortens it to Chris, so I answer to either one." As they shake, Sora says "Just 'Sora' is best, I think. Few attempt my surname of 'Damocleese,' which gets butchered in endlessly creative ways.""Sora I....." Xur looks like he is thinking about something and the smile returns to his face. Releasing the shake, Sora turns toward Xur with an eyebrow quirked in curiosity: "Yes, Master Xur?" |
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Post by The Perilous Dreamer on Jan 17, 2021 21:59:39 GMT -5
I will be offline all day Monday and Tuesday! I am going to try to add a few more things to Ye Olde Rumour Mill before I get off here tonight. All of you can discuss the rumours amongst yourselves and then on Wednesday we start in earnest. Any players/PCs that have not shown up yet will have to contact me to be added in later. Once we get going I hope to update things 2-3 times per week. Wednesday I will post the map of the known areas. I will assume by that time that Sora will have filled everyone in.
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Post by raikenclw on Jan 17, 2021 22:08:11 GMT -5
[OOC: I am a bit lost. Am I to assume that Sora and Josiah have just returned to Duraham Town from the [OOG aborted] delve of that dungeon in the previous iteration? Should I therefore create an outcome for that, since we never got further than our main PCs starting down the initial steps?]
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Post by mao on Jan 18, 2021 6:36:44 GMT -5
"Sheldon sometimes has a mind of his own Sora" "Do you have a specific spot for own mutual desire for exploration.?"" I have only heard very vague rumors.".
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Post by Paladin on Jan 19, 2021 8:07:54 GMT -5
"Damocleese." Baldric repeats the name to himself with great relish. "Now that's a name fit to roll your tongue around."
He screws up his little face and gazes at the ceiling while muttering to himself. "Damockleez, Dammo-clees, Damo-kleze, Dame-ocleese--" he chuckles at the last one.
Christopher grins despite himself and shakes his head. "Behave, Baldric. We don't wish to give offense to our new friends."
Baldric looks suitably chastened...for a moment.
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Post by mao on Jan 19, 2021 12:54:49 GMT -5
Xur laughs so hard that first he shoots ale out of his nose and then chokes. Sheldan stares at him and looks puzzled.
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Post by raikenclw on Jan 19, 2021 20:49:16 GMT -5
"Damocleese." Baldric repeats the name to himself with great relish. "Now that's a name fit to roll your tongue around." He screws up his little face and gazes at the ceiling while muttering to himself. "Damockleez, Dammo-clees, Damo-kleze, Dame-ocleese--" he chuckles at the last one. Christopher grins despite himself and shakes his head. "Behave, Baldric. We don't wish to give offense to our new friends." Baldric looks suitably chastened...for a moment. Sora dons a look of long-suffering patience as the various mutilations of his name spill forth to accompanying laughter and mutters, "Yes. Yes. Heard them all before."Josiah smothers a laugh of his own, which earns him a glare from Sora. However, said glare lasts only a moment before dissolving into a wry smile. [Xur asks Sora:] "Do you have a specific spot for own mutual desire for exploration? I have only heard very vague rumors." Sora replies: "The proprietor of this very establishment has been known to provide targets and material aid for such expeditions. We could ask him if he knows anything of current interest."
________________________________________ [OOC: I am frankly unsure as to exactly what PD intends that Sora already know, regarding such things. The current scene is obviously not a simple continuation of the previous game, since that entity faded away just as the party descended into their first dungeon. So I don't know if Sora and Planchet finished that adventure off-stage and have thus returned to where it began OR if that adventure never yet happened but is intended to be our coming endeavor OR - in the words of Python - "something completely different" is on offer.
However, given that PD instructed us to read the Rumors thread and riff off of its contents while he is AFK, I suspect that "something completely different" is intended. Perhaps we should invent a server NPC to take our orders and let this person also be a font for those Rumors, which our characters can discuss while awaiting their food/drink?] |
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Post by The Perilous Dreamer on Jan 20, 2021 2:19:58 GMT -5
Everything that happened before you (the original party) left town stands as is.
After you left town and the result is as follows (and no you never reached the dungeon): Ye Olde Rumour MillThis was in the updates and you may have missed it.The Party - PCs - NPCs - EquipmentThis thread contains more information about the survivors and those who did not survive.Disposition of the previous party:
Deceased:
Herv, Hulcanian fighting man Warrior Twin One
Tuck, Human cleric Warrior Twin Two
Orc#1 Aaryan, Fighting Man, Lawful
Orc#2 Arax, Fighting Man, Lawful
Orc#3 Ardas, Fighting Man, LawfulTurncoat (planted spy) - deceasedVarien, elf fighter-magic-user ffilz - fought against the party during the battleSurvived but have gone their own way again: Wy, Human magic-user magremore and follower Drek Neutral human fighter
Shiyazthar, Human fighter mormonyoyoman and follower Kavita lady elf magical person have for the nonce returned to hunting and trapping
Sliggoth, Nagitherian fighter makofan has travelled back to his peoples lands.The ogres nephews returned to their uncle:
Krewugrut - fighter
Nuakog - fighter
Mogruk - fighterUp for another go:
Sora, Deveuil (reptilian) fighting man Richard /raikenclw and follower Josiah - Fighting Man - Henchman
Also noted elsewhere, if you want the ogre nephews and the equipment and help from the ogre you will need to approach him again. His nephews acquitted themselves well in battle, he got his stuff back and you helped bring down a bunch of turncoats, so he was well disposed towards the group and it currently only remaining representative Sora and henchman.I have permission to run mormonyoyoman's characters in view of his health and they are there for the future.
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