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Agudo Archmage 06-17-03, 06:03 PM	UPDATED Jan 26 2006 :D ((OOC ))Welcome everyone! the only rules is that you must "Follow the Peaceful Setting" of the storyline!!!....No Rambo! or Fighting! on school grounds.... **BUT you can fight out in the forest** This place is used as a platform for other storys on the MOP and many of the students can be asked to join in your adventure that is held on another story title. :cool: Walking in a near by forest is Agudo Archmage of Light in his traditional blue and white robes. He has his hood down on this warm day, those near by can see that he has a very small well-trimmed beard and long blond hair in a ponytail. On top of his head is a thin gold crown with colorful magical stones on it. This colorful Wizard has his Enchanted walking staff with a glowing blue Crystal at the top of it. Sparkling in the light on his tanned fingers are a few brightly colored magical rings, to go with his classic and some would say gaudy “Mage” look. On his shoulder is his good friend and loyal companion, Lady Hoot, the wise white owl. Lady Hoot whispers to Agudo that this looks like a wonderful place to continue your “book” about (The History of the Realms). "Yes my beautiful white owl you are still wise as ever, for I can see by the revelation of the “Light” that we will do much good here." As they stop in a lovely clearing they see the perfect spot to build their school. As the days, weeks, and months go by, the school in a “Cathedral” like style is slowly built; with the most beautiful hand crafted white marble ,and stained glass windows around. It is almost of mythical per portions, and every type of being is involved in the construction from “Leprechauns,” “Elves,” “fairies” to “Nome’s” and even the feisty “Stone Dwarfs.” In the rear left of the Cathedral like school is a “Wizards Tower” for the practice of magic, with class rooms on every level. On the very top is a magical telescope that can see into other realms. The school “Library” is on the third level, and has every subject in the “Realm.” On the other side is the “Residential Tower” and is for all the “students” and faculty to sleep in. With their own private rooms. On the bottom floor is the dining room for everyone to eat and to hold school meetings. There is a spectacular bridge connecting the two towers, for speedy accesses. In the front is the “Cathedral of “Light” a beautiful building gleaming with its white marble outer walls and enchanting stained glass windows. The roof is made of bright golden red copper, and the large hand crafted wooden doors, are ornately carved with flowery designs. As the momentous day arrives a sign is hung out side the gate, it says….. (Welcome all those who seek the “Light” and Knowledge of the Realms) As you enter the lobby of the Cathedral of “Light” you see near the entrance a small magical “water fall” with flowers of all colors and types. They even see Butterfly’s flying from flower to flower. Spread out evenly in the room are many works of art, from rare paintings to marble statues of many different races. In the middle of the lobby is a granite rock desk, and behind it is a lovely Elf maiden named "Elvina Redoak",with long red hair and a sweet smile on her face. Just behind her is a large open brass doors, coming from it is truly the most "angelic" music an singing you have ever heard. Inside you see a "rainbow of light" coming from the multi color stain glass windows; even the walls are enchanting. For you see "blue and white marble pillars as tall as the eye can see. Just above on the ceiling is a mosaic of heavenly paintings, and even live fairies dancing about. On the ground is a forest green marble flooring, so rich that it begs you to walk on it like grass in a field. Elvina welcomes you and asks you to sign in the magical registration book that is floating before you with a feather pin. In it you find several question, “Name and Title, Race, and Class” Elvina Redoak then asks you two questions. Are you here to see the “Head Master”, Agudo Archmage of “Light” and “High Cleric.” Lady Hoot of this school, or are you here to join the school for classes? If you need more Info on our lovely school she smiles here is our pamphlet Located in the Realm of Faerun; a days march north of CandleKeep on the Sword Coast. The school has a Cathedral of Light, that teaches future good Clerics in the arts of healing and wisdom. The Wizard part of the school teaches good magic, to those who seek knowledge of Light and truth. Plus several other classes’ wonderful classes all dedicated to the Light Such as Bardic, Druidic, Knight, Rogue-Spy class for good Rouges who infiltrate evil strong holds. The school is free to all qualified students of any Good race. Yet students do help fund the financial needs of the school with the following… As an example, the Wizard’s classes make magical item, like Wands, Robes, Rings or Bracelets. Lady Hoot’s Clerics make Healing potions, Blessed Water and other Spiritual items The Knights of Light bring back to the school any awards given to them for good deeds and often spread the are fame around the Realms. The Bard classes go on fieldtrips, putting on shows to entertain the towns down the coastline. All tips are brought back to the school to aid future Bardic endeavors Plus the Druid classes sell the extra Food, Herbs they grow and all flowery plants that seem popular among nobles in there gardens Agudo book sales bring in plenty of coin from all his fans as well to aid the School coffers. Most of these items are sold to the merchants in Baldur's Gate north of the school a day and half journey or so. The Sorceress Sundries a famous magical shop in the city buys most of the magical items the school makes. A moment in time with… Agudo and Hoot
Myranthor 06-17-03, 06:06 PM	" Khaira, wait a minute!" I shouted. " I heard in the school that you are the teacher who is taking care of everything art related. Even if I do not attend your class, for my schedule is rather busy, I'd like you to take a look at this, and give me any feedback you may have. Thank you." I searched in my bag, and handed her a rounded piece of parchment, hold by a small ribbon of white silk. " AS for you Malendor, I was just searching for someone to spend some time with. Perhaps you'd be interested in looking with me at that tome of dragon magic I found in the forest?"
Drindin 06-17-03, 07:12 PM	A black robed cleric with a symbol of weejas dangling on his neck walks in. He looks like the brooding sort, and appears to be rather slim. He signs the guest book as follows: Name: Drindin Class: Cleric of Wee-Jas Reason for showing up: Who knows? Who cares? We're all die eventually. We may be magical, psionic, obsessive, even lunatic, but we're only mortal.:b: :w:
Malendor... 06-17-03, 07:45 PM	Ater apoligizing to his teacher and agring to go see her after lunch Malendor tells Myranthor "Sure I'll tag along. Just let me check on Star and I'll be right out." Malendor walks back into his room and smiles as he see's his love is still sleeping. He walks out of the room and silently closes the door. "Let's go Myran." Malendor follows Myranthor down the hall to wherever the book is being kept. Back in Malendor's room: When Star finally wakes up she will see Malendor's homework on the desk. It is a poem Malendor was writing. ((If she chooses to read it let me know:D Oh and Agudo dear friend, Elvina isn't greeting people at the moment is she? Or is that changed with the new boards?? ))
Agudo Archmage 06-17-03, 07:58 PM	((DM to Malendor, to be honest I just took the first post from this story on the old MOP and brought it here. So is Redoak here? um... not sure....is the other story the "burnig forest up yet? )) Star Bright slowly wakes up, and see that her husband is not in the room. Just then the Baby kicks and she smiles, as she walks to the bathroom. But before she can go in Star Bright sees the note. "Whats this?" she walks back to the note and looks at with a smile on her face. Down in the Lobby Lady Hoot is with some children showing latest work art, that has been made by the older students. The lobby attendant, smiles at "Drindin" how may I help you good sir?":)
Malendor... 06-17-03, 08:18 PM	((Yes Hunt For Reginald has started again. )) Star reads I will make a wish on the first Star I see That our baby will be born happy and free That our baby will be healthy and know love And bring peace to my life, my little dove Star chose me over all others To be what some call lovers But we are so much more And you will find nothing like it in any book of Lore But I let them get to me And their childish ways bother me They tease and torment Saying we are not meant But you are mine Forever Mine And we will always be Happy and free
Drindin 06-17-03, 08:49 PM	Drindin looks at the attendant with frighteningly cold eyes. "I'm here looking for work. Have any need for an undertaker? Didn't think so. Show me to agudo if you will."
Branth 06-17-03, 09:46 PM	Branth smiles when they find his room. "Thank you for helping me find my room. I hope I'll see you at lunch." With a big grin he goes to enter his room when he relizes he forgot something, he was supposed to wait in the lobby! He runs back to the lobby where he runs right into Agudo! Branth falls down but quickly stands back up. He looks at his feet as he waits to get yelled at by the adult he ran into.
Agudo Archmage 06-18-03, 01:30 AM	Agudo is listening to Lady Hoot, describe the latest creation of art, by one of the schools top student. When "Branth" runs right into him, "My boy its good to see you again, You were so caught up with that pretty student; who so kindly offered to take you to your room. That I thought I would let you get comfortable before I spoke with you." Agudo bends down to get a good look at him. "My you have grown, so how your dear mother Ruthia?" The attendant points to Agudo, " why sir Drindin, the Headmaster right over there"
Branth 06-18-03, 08:54 AM	Bouncing on one foot then the other Branth smiles as he reconizes Agudo the Archmage of Light. "My sisters fine sir (hop hop hop) She sent me here because she says I have to much energy for her (hop hop hop) She says she can't handel me and all our other baby brothers and sisters (hop hop hop) She thinks your place might be better for me(Hop hop hop)" He grins as he hops back and forth
Traveler 06-18-03, 11:37 AM	A woman walks up to the doors of the cathedral of light. She is not very tall. She wears scarlet mage robes, under a brown overcloak. Her hood is back. Her brown hair is braided and coiled atop her head. She looks young and fair, perhaps a little pale. Her eyes are also brown, calm and wise. She holds a tall oaken staff, carved with arcane runes. Now she uses it as a walking stick. "Good day," She says politely, at the front desk. "I have come to meet with the Archmage Agudo. My name is Alighan Damon."
Agudo Archmage 06-18-03, 11:57 AM	Agudo chuckles, “well I see, I believe I have just the class for you.” He takes the boy by the hand and walks him over to the athletic class. “Lady Green this Branth a wonderful child, full of energy and life.” Lady Green greets her new student warmly and ushers him off to join the kids who are now jumping off the wall and ceiling. Lady Green bends down and gives him a nudge. “ Ok Branth just jump right in the Gnomes said their invention called magic rubber-walls is perfectly safe and fun. Don’t be shy go a head” As the Headmaster, is walking back to join Lady Hoot in the Lobby. He sees a knew person a Lady, Agudo walks up and smiles the attendant introduces her as Alighan Damon. At first Agudo turns red from embarrassment then quickly recovers. “Oh my, Lady Hoot said I should not be so sure that the letter was from a man. But the writing looked so masculine,…I…. Um….. How do you do? And how may I have the pleasure of helping such a lovely woman as yourself?”:blush:
Traveler 06-18-03, 12:20 PM	(OOC: I never said what the hand writing looked like one way or another. My bad! lol! :p ) Alighan laughed, a pleasant lilting sound. "My good Archmage, that is because I did not write the notes myself." She holds up her right hand, it is gloved, but that does not hide the fact that it is a bit mishappen. "Useless, alas. I have yet master writing with my left. Shem, my apprentice, took the messages for me." She leans her staff in the crook of her right arm, and extends her ungloved left hand. There is a golden wedding band on her third finger. "Pleased to meet you. As I mentioned, I have heard much about your school, and I would like to learn more. I have two apprentices who could perhaps benefit from a school environment."
Agudo Archmage 06-18-03, 12:57 PM	As Agudo sees the golden ring on Alighan, he snaps his fingers and mumbles “Nuts another one got away” then he chuckles. “Well my dear a person of your skills would be most welcome, and so would your friends. We have several advanced classes going on in {quantum physics of the nine parallel universe,} also Lady Bugby our top gnomish inventor of {magical machinery;} is always looking for a new suicidal….um ….volunteer to test out her machines. The Headmaster rubs his short blond beard for a moment and thinks. “ You may want to try our bard classes, and you just name it as far as {Clerical and Wizard} classes go. For we have several famous teachers taking on those classes. Even my dear friend Lady Hoot is teaching one of the Cleric classes. I myself am teaching the {History of the Realms} based on my book, of the same name. But you have plenty of time to think about that he says as he personal escorts his new student around the school and to her private room. The Headmaster takes her through the main “Cathedral of Light” sanctuary, as she walks in, it becomes more clear how breathtaking the stain glass windows are. With so much light filtering in from all directions; its truly a prism of rainbow light. Alighan discover many races praying and singing in angelic voices to the glory of the “Light” Agudo then takes her through the back garden full of lovely flower and fairies dancing about, and on to the rear “Right Tower” and through the large dinning hall on the first floor. It seems to be very festive as everyone greets each other as they sit down for breakfast. She can hear several “Bards” singing and playing with exotic instrument at the front of the dinning hall. A young “Dwarf” nearby is asking everyone who would like to join the school “music class,” by signing up on a parchment that is hanging on a nearby wall with a few other notices. He takes her up the stares with her name on the door **Alighan**. She sees that its roomy and well decorated, with excellent handcrafted wood of all exotic styles. In the corner is a large oak wooden role top desk, for her books and scrolls. In the middle is a hand carved wooden bed capable of sleeping six humans, or one large giant. It has a private washroom, with its own hand water pump, with hot and cold water that can come out. An in the middle of the washroom is an ornate designed iron tub. Agudo turns to her, “If you have any questions please come to me, or anyone at the school, for I teach everyone to be helpful. With that Agudo bows, and gives her time to freshen up, as he returns to the lobby.
Traveler 06-18-03, 01:12 PM	"Archmage, " She calls after him.
Agudo Archmage 06-18-03, 01:18 PM	He stops and turns to the his new student and smiles "yes?":D
Traveler 06-18-03, 02:04 PM	"Sir, I cannot stay now, I came only to meet with you breifly this time. I have three apprentices working on a project back home, that I must see to soon. "But first, I have some specific questions. What is the specific faith, promoted on these grounds? I also want to know What schools of magic are taught here, and after which traditions of magic learning are your classes modeled?"
Agudo Archmage 06-18-03, 03:23 PM	“Well my Lady, the Cathedral of Light is dedicated to…. well….the “Light” as far as faith.” He winks, "now as far as schools of magic, it is based on all that is “Good” in magic. From “Elvin to Clerical” The traditions of learning, have been taken from my old school that I attended “Candlekeep” the fine magical institution; that is based on the Sword Coast in Faerun.” “I am always here to help you dear friend, and your room will be waiting for you when you return. Can I help you with anything else good Lady Alighan?” :angel:
Drindin 06-18-03, 06:05 PM	Drindin followed agudo, and when he finally stopped moving (agudo's last post) He called out. "AGUDO! Might I have a word with you!"
Kel'Rea 06-18-03, 07:37 PM	Kel (Improved invisibility still in effect, thanks to a ring of improved invisiblity which she has now slipped on) Continues to follow myranthor and malendor. She didn't know why.. but there was something about Myranthor... and something about malendor aswell.
Khaira 06-18-03, 08:43 PM	"Very well, then, Malendor...come and find me in Agudo's office after lunch. I shall be there discussing various things with master Agudo." She looks to Myrthandor "Myrthanor, once again I extend to you the request to come and sit in on one of my classes. When you are done there,a nd after you've eaten, I would like you to come with Malendor to find me in Agudo's office...I would like to speak with ye, if ye have the time. " With that she bows to the both of them and continues on her way to find Agudo in his office to discuss lesson plans.
Traveler 06-18-03, 08:47 PM	"Not at this time." She smiles. "I will consider your words and everything I have learned here and I will be in touch later in the week. Thank you very much for your time. I do need to be going though, good day to you and to Hoot of course."
Myranthor 06-18-03, 08:58 PM	After Khaira left, I turned to Malendor. " I do not know for you, but I am really interested in what she may tell us. She does not even know me. What do you say of eating right now, and going to Agudo's office as soon as posible?"
Agudo Archmage 06-19-03, 01:48 AM	As Agudo was talking to Alighan the new guest Drindin arived, calling for him.The Headmaster turned to see who was calling him. "Yes good sir how may I help you this day?" Agudo gave a slight bow and smiled to Drindin.
Drindin 06-19-03, 02:07 AM	"I'm looking for work." Drindin said being quite straightforward and to the point. "I am a Cleric of Wee-Jas. I was wondering if, perhaps, you could either supply me with a class to teach, or if you have need for an undertaker or funeral agent of any sort."
Agudo Archmage 06-19-03, 02:21 AM	The Headmaster rubs his short, blond beard for a moment, as he thinks. “As far as I know the Gnomes, and their machines experiments, have not killed anyone yet. So nothing in the undertaker department, but we do have teaching jobs available. But first tell me more about this faith of yours Wee-Jas?”:confused:
stratagues_evermore 06-19-03, 03:09 AM	a small boy of about the age of nine walks in looking wide eyed in awe. Then at seeing the people he jumps slightly. "Hello. By any chance would any of you know who the headmaster is and where I could find?" then the boy seems to listen to something for a moment "He says that is the person that I should talk to."
Malendor... 06-19-03, 08:57 AM	"Sure let's go eat!" Malendor and Myranthor make there way to the lunch room. They smell the some wonderful smells wafting in from the kitchen. They quickly get in line and Malendor starts piling his plate high with goodies from the food line. Smoked ham, sweet cakes, potatoes, roosted duck, and fresh breads just to name a few of the wonderful things they find in line. As they go to their table Malendor grins (while juggling his very full plate) "One thing we can say about this school, they feed us well.!"
Branth 06-19-03, 09:26 AM	Branth grins as he joins the other kids bouncing everywhere! He does a few sommersaults off the walls and ceilings and grins. Later he heads to the Lunch room to find Rylandia (Sorry about butchering the name). He walks in and looks around when he spots some one else he knows. He blushes and walks to the lunch line, trying to not be seen by the person he saw.
Agudo Archmage 06-19-03, 12:41 PM	Lady Hoot dismisses her class from the lobby, and sees a young boy of about nine. (((stratagues))) welcome dear child how may I help you in the “Light” ?
Myranthor 06-19-03, 12:51 PM	I smiled at Malendor's comment, filling up my own plate of tender meat. I then noticed a small human child. He seemed really energetic, and ran instead of walking. He seemed to look for someone or something, when his gaze locked on Malendor. He blushed, and went back to the lunch line. He even seemed to be hiding in the crowd. " Malendor, " I asked, " did you threaten a small child of eating him whole lately?"
Malendor... 06-19-03, 01:28 PM	In between mouthfuls of food Malendor looks around and says "I don't think so (munch) At least not recently (munch) Why do you ask? (Munch)I've been good lately I swear(munch)" Malendor does his best "perfect angel" face http://smilies.networkessence.net/s/otn/angels/newangel.gif
Myranthor 06-19-03, 01:41 PM	" I dont know," I answered while eating a little salad. " A kid saw you, and then fled. Perhaps it was someone else..."
Malendor... 06-19-03, 01:47 PM	"Well next time you see this kid point him out to me (munch) maybe I do know him (munch)"
Branth 06-19-03, 02:11 PM	After grabing some food Branth walks back into the seating area to find a table. He looks and finds one near the door where he hopes some people can't see him.http://www.computerpannen.com/cwm/otn/sad/xzicon_smile_sad.gif
stratagues_evermore 06-19-03, 03:07 PM	"Well he and I would like to find the headmaster to see if we may enroll me here. Would you know where he is?"
Drindin 06-19-03, 05:58 PM	Originally posted by Agudo Archmage The Headmaster rubs his short, blond beard for a moment, as he thinks. “As far as I know the Gnomes, and their machines experiments, have not killed anyone yet. So nothing in the undertaker department, but we do have teaching jobs available. But first tell me more about this faith of yours Wee-Jas?”:confused: "What is there to know? Wee-Jas is the god of magic, death, and order. I specialize in magic and death. Wee-jas is certainly no god of the light, if that is what you want to know, but nor is he a god of the dark."
Myranthor 06-19-03, 07:23 PM	Finishing my meal, I leaned back on my chair. " I am sorry, but I do not see him at the moment. HUm...please tell me it is your last plate, please. I am rather curious about what Khaira wants us for."
Rylandia 06-19-03, 07:32 PM	I went to the refectory to have lunch. I was looking for Branth when I saw Myranthor sanding up, he had finished to eat. I blushed, and tried to avoid him. Then I saw Branth and went to see him. I sat near him. "Hi, Branth, how are you ?"
Agudo Archmage 06-19-03, 07:33 PM	Agudo nods his head, “Well we can give you a test run, kind of a probation period for a few weeks, to see how you do. Have you ever worked with Gnomes students before? They can be a handful, but maybe with your leadership you can guide them in not creating something like the giant spiting machine that they made last time” Agudo roles his eyes….”Don’t ask why they made it.” The Headmaster calls over a leprechaun, “Would you be so kind to show “Drindin” his class and room?” The lady leprechaun hops up and down and smiles. “Well Drindin, do have another questions before you start? If not this young lady will take you to your room” ((Over in the Lobby: Stratagues)) Lady Hoot looks around when the boy says we, but then looks back at him. “I will be happy to take you to see Agudo, but tell me Lad, what is your name; and the we person that you talk to?”
Khaira 06-19-03, 07:43 PM	She walks in to AGudo's office, hoping he is there. If not she waits. "Hello, my comrade-in-magic, Agudo! I have talked to Malendor... and his friend Myrthanor as well. I am speaking with them both this afternoon/evening, after they have finished eating. I think, if there is ever a problem with Malendor and persecution, Myrthanor can, and probably will, stand up for Malendor and vice versa. I also think Myrthanor needs a artistic class to be in, not some bloody, sweaty, stupid fighting class. His poetry comes from that dark part in his soul which most people would not dare even think about..... Now...what shall I do for a final in that class, do you suppose? She points at Agudo warningly. And don't you dare tell me that "it's your choice, Khaira", otherwise ye'll be hurting. :D
Malendor... 06-19-03, 10:36 PM	Malendor gulps the rest of his food and nods his head. "Sure lets go" Malendor follows Myranthor out of the lunch room and up to the office.
Branth 06-19-03, 10:57 PM	"Hi Rylandia. I'm doing great! Just got out of the gym, they let us bounce off the walls there! How are you doing?" He notices the blush fading and was going to say something when he notices the direction she was looking in. He turns his eyes away quickly and tries to hide as best as possible as two people leave the lunch room.
Drindin 06-19-03, 11:09 PM	Drindin followed the leperachaun. He was ready to be strict, particulairly if he was going to end up teaching gnomes... :devil:
Rylandia 06-19-03, 11:11 PM	"I'm fine, thank you. So you have started classes ? I start tomorrow, so I visited again the garden. I met ther a strange guy, a human named Harold. Maybe we will see him, do you mind if he eats with us ?" I looked at the other table but Myranthor and his friend were not ther anymore. I sighed and waited for Branth to answer.
Khaira 06-19-03, 11:35 PM	Khaira finished discussing various items with Agudo, and walks out of the office, beginning to head for the lunch room...but then she sees Malendor and Myrthanor approaching. "Perfect timing..." she whispers to herself.
Branth 06-19-03, 11:44 PM	Branth Grins. "Sure he can sit with us. Then I can say I know two people here." o O(Well three if you count the headmaster, but that was a long time ago!)
stratagues_evermore 06-19-03, 11:53 PM	says enthusiastically "Well, my name is Res" after some thought"And...and...well he never has told me his name but he says it does not matter"
Agudo Archmage 06-20-03, 01:20 AM	((In the Lobby)) Lady Hoot listens politely to Res and then considers his words. “ I see child, how long has he been speaking to you and what does it want you to do for him?” ((Office)) Agudo returns to the office, and listens to Khaira talk about her students, and what she plans on teaching in general. She also mentions the student’s well being, and what Myranthor, and Malendor need. The Headmaster writes all this down, as she informs him of the goings on of her class and as they wait for the students to arrive. ((Room)) Star Bright has just finished breakfast, and is thinking about her future with her ever-growing family. The thought of a hot bath sounds relaxing to her. Star bright never had hot water before in the enchanted forest before. Unless you count the hot springs. As lays in the water she dreams of her husband and baby :cloud9:
stratagues_evermore 06-20-03, 01:42 AM	He has been with me for.....6 years now. And he wants to see if I can get enrolled here as a student.
Agudo Archmage 06-20-03, 02:34 AM	((Lobby)) Lady Hoot takes a moment to think…… “Six years you say “Res” that’s most of your life. Why does the voice use you to speak, and how did you come together? Also does this voice ask you to do evil or good?” Lady Hoot waits calmly with this unusual boy.
stratagues_evermore 06-20-03, 02:40 AM	"Six years is not that long. He says I am fifteen years old but I think I am only fourteen. And he says there was an accident with some sort of spel that he was doing....but he says that he refuses to tell what it was. And the only thing that he asks me to do is study or tell people things."
Myranthor 06-20-03, 06:50 AM	" Hi, khaira. We were going to our meeting with you and Agudo. What did you want to tell us?"
Malendor... 06-20-03, 07:55 AM	Malendor nods in agreement as he munchs on a cookie he took from the lunch room. After he finishes he grins at Khaira. "Sorry just having desert." Malendor checks to make sure the bag he grabbed for Star is still warm. When the others look at him odd he states "We'll, she was sleeping when I left so I figured I'd bring her Lunch." He blushes.
Drindin 06-20-03, 09:28 AM	Drindin observes the room that was obviously used to teach gnomes not long ago. "Hmm... this place is a mess." Drindin casts 'Order's Wrath' On the classroom, which suddenly snaps back into an orderly fasion. The desks in a perfectly spaced square, the books back into the shelves sorted by colour and author, and one lamp for each corner. "Let's see those gnomes now... I think I'm ready to teach. I have my lesson plan, I have my classroom... and I think I can snap even a gully dwarf into an orderly, militalistic life style.
Agudo Archmage 06-21-03, 01:40 PM	((Lobby)) Lady Hoot decides to let the child and voice in the school “Well Res, that makes you a “Carrier” or a “Host” if you will. As long as you Res, promise that this was not a forced possession of your body, then you may join. Now as far as the Headmaster Agudo, he is in a meeting, but as soon as he is free I am sure that Agudo will come talk to you. A lovely Elf maiden comes and takes Res to the “Dinning hall” so that he may eat.
Savael 06-21-03, 05:05 PM	Savael looked up at the spires of Agudos cathedral of light as they soared high up above the surrounding buildings, looking as tall and regal as anything. He smiled slightly and made a last half-harted attempt to convince himself that he wasnt dreading this meeting... What would he say? How would he react? It had been a long time ago... but still... "Oh but what am I saying" he thought to himself "it will all work out just fine" Agudo had been all for forgivnes when last they had met and as far as Savael knew Agudo had had little reason to change. Although, humans had this tendency to grow bitter as old age caught up with them... but then again - Agudo had never been quite human had he? "and so, Savael, you make another crack at the gates of forgivness" He walked through the enormous gates and, hart pounding, made his way over to the front desk. "Um... hello?" his voice was nervous, his gaze flickering "I have come to see Agudo... the Archmage? I dont think he is expecting me - or perhaps, maybe he is..." He took a deep breath, and steadied himself "could you just tell him, if he is indeed here, that he has a visitor for him?" he hesitated, and then smiled again... "heh... its an old friend actually"
Drindin 06-21-03, 09:07 PM	Drindin decided that he was settled in, and wanted to take a stroll around the school.... first stop, lobby. On his way down to the lobby, he began polishing his silver holy symbol of wee-jas. He reached the lobby, and noticed a reflection on it coming from the door... where Savael was standing. Squinting a bit, he looked at the reflection, then looked up, rubbed his eyes, and dropped his jaw. "Savael... is that you!?"
Agudo Archmage 06-21-03, 11:57 PM	As Agudo was waiting for Kharia to return with the students the little bird came. “What? Whats this?” The Headmaster took the note and read it more comely than he thought possible. “Savael! After all these years. Agudo leaned back in his chair, as the memorys came flooding back. Agudo quickly writes a note, and leaves it on his desk, for Kharia and the boys; saying that he will be right back. Normally Agudo did not use magic, to get around the school he believed in human contact that he received by walking. But this was a shocking situation, and he did not waste time. With a snap of his fingers, and a sudden flash of light Agudo was gone from his office. In seconds he was standing near the doorway of the Lobby, looking at the back end of Savael. “By the Light! It is him” As Agudo looked on as Drindin, his new teacher was talking to Savael.
Traveler 06-22-03, 12:02 AM	Alighan left the building quietly...with much to consider.
Savael 06-22-03, 11:51 AM	Savael turned with a start at the sound of Drindins voice. "what? who? ...Drindin!? but what on earth are you doing here?" Savael looked both amazed and releived at meeting his old friend ...if indeed you could call him that. Savael turned to get a better look at him. He was somewhat taller than he could remember, and the look he had in his eyes hadnt improved much.. there was still only one man that could look at you and make you think of great icebergs silently looming out of the darkness in mid-winter. Drindin. But then he noticed another figure, standing in the opposite doorway. It looked just like... but it couldnt be! He hadnt aged a single day! ...or changed clothing style for that matter... his hair and beard was still blond and bore no sign what-so-ever of a man that had passed the zenith of his life. His throat felt as dry as parchement, his yellow eyes stared at Agudo for a few more seconds... "Hello Agudo" Savael mannaged at last "l see you`ve done well for yourself in the time thats gone since we last met" His mind couldnt think of anthing else to say at the moment...
Agudo Archmage 06-22-03, 12:30 PM	The Headmaster looked on silently, as “Drindin” and “Savael” exchanged pleasantries. But then something caught “Savaels” attention, and he looked straight at Agudo. At first know one said anything until “Savael” managed to find his voice, by greeting his old adventuring friend, and flattering him with his prosperity. Agudo cleared his throat as he, calmly walked up to Savael. The Mage of Light got so close to “Savael” that he was only inches away. Agudo looked deeply into his this man who betrayed him so many times. Then Agudo suddenly lifts his hands and grabs "Savael" by the shoulders…… “It is you “Savael”….It is you! I can’t believe it, after all this time.” Agudo thin gives him a big bear hug and smiles. “What pray tell has brought you to my door step? What have you been up to? Agudo then loosens his grip on the sly “Savael” “ I haven’t seen you since….Well you know…..”
Savael 06-22-03, 02:06 PM	Agudos sudden bear hug came as a pleseant surprise to Savael and as a wave of relief washed through him he patted Agudo awkwardly on the back a few times. "I - I came here to ask for giveness Agudo" Savael says at finally, the words tasted like foul icor on his tounge - but he had gotten them out eventually. "I was glad to learn that you survived that final encounter up in Icewind Dale. As for me I have spendt some time travelling up and down Faerùn, before I eventually decided that it was time for me to return to see how you were doing" He sighed, a veary but satisfied sigh "yes, it has been quite some time since last we saw each other. So tell me then, are you still working on that tome of yours? `The History of the Realms` or something wasnt it? And what of your wife, Aeire? how is she doing?" Savael then went quiet, it felt strange to see Agudo again after all these years... but he was exactly like he remembered him. A jovial and light-harted man with not a cear in the world to worry him - except the well being of the world itself of course.
Drindin 06-22-03, 03:16 PM	Drindin looked puzzled. "You two know eachother?" His voice had a heavy tone to it, making his voice sound darker than it allready is. "Wondering why I'm here, savael? I'm teaching a class about order and mortality. Also discipline."
Khaira 06-22-03, 06:00 PM	Unfortunately, boys, Agudo decided to step out for a moment she shrugs. I Don't know, I guess he just likes to wander. Anyway...Malendor, I just wanted to say, if students are troubling you again about anything, just point them out to me, either publicly or privately. I'd love to bounce a few heads together! *she grins* Seriously, though, I'm going to start being more strict about the whole persecution thing. And Myrthanor...if you're not attending any other classes, come and sit in on mine. I am truly eager to have you in my class. Your works, from what I have read, come from the soul. Not many people like that these days. Also, you and Malendor could watch out for each other...you know, when those persecuting, jealous, overzealous students start slinging their words. What do you say?
Myranthor 06-22-03, 06:52 PM	I gave a faint smile. " Sure, I would be pleased to come and spend a few time in your class. Hey, as a teacher, you may answer that : how is it that in such a school ,where the headmaster is an archmage, no teacher teaches magic? Even he teaches history instead of teaching us the tools to change it. I always have to do my own reseraches by myself at the library, and while it may be fuctuous, it would be easier if I had a teacher with me..."
Agudo Archmage 06-22-03, 07:03 PM	((Lobby)) Savael asked about Agudo’s wife, and his never-ending history book…. “Well Aerie should be here any day now, I sent word to her the school was ready, and she wrote back that she was on her way. My two children are making the trip with her, and I am very excited to see them all. As far as my book, well its never done, but several copies have been made, and sent to other prestige’s schools, through out the Realms. I am even teaching on my book here at the school.” Drindin spoke up, and Agudo looked at him and smiled…”Yes Drindin is my new teacher, he has just started, and so far so good, as it would be. But you can tell me all about your travel over dinner….You are staying awhile aren’t you Savael? Well of course you are” Agudo said this as if it was obvious, he asked Drindin to come along. Then Agudo guided his old friend through the Cathedral of Light. The Holy place was full of people, signing and praying. The stained glass windows were shining brightly at high noon day. The white, and blue, marble pillars, glistened as they walked by the praying masses. They walked out through the rear garden, with all its colorful flowers, a unicorn ran by chasing a playful leprechaun. “Savael” could see the two towers, Agudo pointed out one was for classes, and the other for dinning and sleeping. Both connected by a bridge in the middle. In they went to the dinning hall, as normal the place was full of people of every type of race. The headmaster guided his guest to several buffet tables with a smorgasbord of food for a verity of tastes. They sat down and talked……. “Yes Saveal the Light has been good to me” Agudo said as he lifted his hands to everything around him. “Yet when one is given much, then much, is expected! And so I try to use my prosperity for good, never the less Savael how did you find me?” :angel:
Khaira 06-22-03, 09:53 PM	Originally posted by Myranthor I gave a faint smile. " Sure, I would be pleased to come and spend a few time in your class. Hey, as a teacher, you may answer that : how is it that in such a school ,where the headmaster is an archmage, no teacher teaches magic? "I think, dear, that is a very good question, and one that should probably be addressed to one who's art is magic." She smirks. I just travel, playing my music, sharing my gift with others, and on every now and then occassion, I pick up some magic, via studying a scroll for years that I find in dungeons... If I were to discuss, however, I would think that maybe Agudo thinks that magic is a course that can only be taught so far. The it is up to you. But that's just me guess, of course."
Myranthor 06-23-03, 10:37 AM	" Well then, it was a pleasure meeting you, but I have to ursue my path for knowledge. If one of you needs me again, I shall be in my room, studying my book about dragon magic." I departed.
Malendor... 06-23-03, 12:15 PM	Malendor shrugs and smiles "I'll try things your way for now":smirk: He runs to catch up with Myranthor. "Hey I'll meet you in your room and we can look at that together. I got to go check on Star first." Malendor runs to their room. He walks in and places the bag on his desk, closing his note book while he's there. He then notices Star isn't in bed anymore. Suddenly he hears noise in his wash room. He creeps over to pek in and see's (Severe editing here!):embarrass :eek: ect..... He runs out of his room before Star can see him and continues to run all the way to Myranthor's room where he knocks on the door, and stands there panting for breath.
Agudo Archmage 06-23-03, 12:23 PM	The school scheduler Ms, Greenfield an astute lady leprechaun, walks up to the class boards. She puts up a note and it says…. “Attention” students of magic, a special guest speaker will be teaching at our beloved school for the semester. It is the Realm famous {Elminster} He will be teaching several levels of magic, for all students interested, the first class starts today at noon. ((Elsewhere)) Star Bright is thinking of her husband as she takes a bath. When she sees him take sneak peak, she just starts singing about how much she loves him and thier soon to be children. Then as he leaves she smiles to herself..... and rubs her growing belly.:cloud9:
stratagues_evermore 06-23-03, 01:45 PM	Res happily follows the elf maiden to the dinning hall without any sort of complaint.
Myranthor 06-23-03, 02:20 PM	I walked through the gigantic school. In an hallway, Ms. Grennfield stopped me. " Have you heard Mister?" she said in her high voice. " Mr. Elminster will come at noon to give magic classes! This is great news, isn't?" " Sure they are", I replied. " Wouldn't be a good ida for you to ring the bells when he arrives? This way, such an importat fgure wouldn't have moved for nothing, and every student interested in meeting or learning would know when he arrives. " " Sure sir! I'll go warn the goblins. They'll be so happy to ring the bells for the first time! See you Mister." She left, leaving me a little puzzled. However, the little creature wasn't distracting enough to prevent me from going back to my own thoughts. o O ( And then I am back to my normal self :only my self. Some flee from me, others ask me to come to class, and others ask me one minute so they can check if their girlfriends are still alive.) I sighed. When I arrived in y room, I took the book, and put it on my table. I cast a simple spell: the book emanated magic, but it didn't seemed trapped. However, only the fools take little precautions. I opened my own spellbook, and began studying a formulae meant to reveal any hidden aura. Unfortunately, my concentration was broken by someone knocking at my door. " Who is it?" I asked between my clenched teeth.
Drindin 06-23-03, 05:52 PM	Drindin declined the invitation. "I have to much preperation. If Savael wishes to stay a while after all has been said and done, perhaps tomorrow night, or after the Seminar this afternoon, provided I don't have a class. And, Agudo, please alert the 'Students' that I will be prepared to teach after the Seminar with Elminster." Drindin knew about the arrival of Elminster. He didn't really care. He decided to redecorate his classroom during the Seminar. "Bright. Much to bright." Drindin summoned some gnomish Architectes to redecorate the class. They started by covering the windows with stained glass portraying a battle between a blue dragon (one eyed), and a red dragon with a barbarian rider, against a night backdrop. The gnomes then hastened to repaint the walls a dark blue, and put up some torches to provide the needed light for the students and teacher.
Agudo Archmage 06-23-03, 07:11 PM	Elminster walks through the lobby door, as Lady Hoot and several other prominent people wait for his arrival. Elminster gives a humble bow, and then looks to Lady Hoot. “Lady Hoot! I thought you would be in your human form. Or are my {Harpers}informers a bit slow theses days?” The wise white owl chuckles at Elminster barb, “Dear old friend, I am afraid you’re half right, not long ago I was human. Never the less that is a grand story to share over a private dinner, between you and me.” She gives him a wink. Elminster smiled at Lady Hoot ,and shook his head, “What has it been a hundred….No! Two hundred years, hasn’t it?” Lady Hoot flapped her wings, and landed on Elminster shoulder. “ I am sure a century or two at least, but let me show you around” With that Lady Hoot introduced everyone in the Lobby, pointing out what teacher, taught what class. From the “Time Dimensional” class to the Gnomes “Mechanical Magic” class. She took great pride, in showing her students art work in the lobby, and the Cathedral of Light in all its fine architecture. The garden was, blossoming this fine spring morning, as the two old friends walked through. More than One Unicorn greeted Elminster, and even the fairies lined up, to see this most famous of mages. Elminster made a positive comment, on the excellent design of the Wizard tower, from the outside. As Lady Hoot inters into the Dinning-hall, with Elminster she saw Agudo with Savael. She greeted “Savael” and told him how wonderful it was to see him. “Agudo this is Elminster, that I have told you so much about” The Headmaster stood and shook Elminsters hand, and grinned from ear to ear, “Welcome to my humble school, it is an honor to see you finally. Lady Hoot has nothing but good things to say about you.” Some small talk was made, then Elminster turned his head to look at Lady Hoot, who was on his shoulder. “Where is he?” Lady looked around then remembered. “Oh you want….” Elminster interrupts, “Yes old friend the whole reason that I am here….to see MYRANTHOR!” A gasp went through hall, the news spread like wiled fire. Young schools girls started looking at “Myranthor” like he was a famous (Romantic Bard Star) no matter where he went in the school. :cloud9: :cloud9: :cloud9: :cloud9: :cloud9: :cloud9: :cloud9:
Kel'Rea 06-23-03, 09:11 PM	Kel followed myranthor. He appeared to be suddenly quite popular with the ladies, and this puzzled kel.
Drindin 06-23-03, 09:56 PM	Drindin left... wanting to see this mighty 'Elminster' that everyone was so psyched about. Probably not a bad idea, however. He had a mild interest in magic, seeing as his godess was one of magic AND death. He went down the hall where Elminster was holding his seminar. He heard from various giddy school girls who hadn't had a chance to notice him that Elminster was 'On the look out for Myranthor'. The girls got one good look at Drindin's icy, glazed over eyes, and were quick to shut up, and cower against a wall. Drindin made it to the hall, and watched Elminster. "My my. Is this the famous Elminster I've heard so much about?"
Myranthor 06-23-03, 11:41 PM	I am pretty sure the person behind my door answered, but his voice was covered by many loud shouts in the corridor: " Elminster!", " I heard the grat mage's arrived.", "His nose's crooked!" My eyes widened. The most potent Archmage of the Realms finally arrived. I threw my spellbook on my bed, and opened my wooden door. On the other side, I saw Malendor on the ground, holding his bleeding nose. " You could be careful, you know!" he growled. " Gee, I am sorry. What are you waiting for? Let's go. " Without a look for him, I ran in the corridor, fast as if Elminster could disappear within seconds. I arrived in the lobby, the which was, strangely, completely silent. A single man seemed to impress everyone present. I took a few inspirations, and observred the two archmages meet for the first time.
Drindin 06-24-03, 12:02 AM	Myranthor ran down the hall and through the back enterance and... Right into Drindin. "OOF! Hey! Kid! Watch it!" Drindin hissed coldly yet silently at Myranthor. "The man is looking for a kid like you, named Myranthor I believe?"
Agudo Archmage 06-24-03, 03:25 AM	As Agudo and Lady Hoot, escorted Elminster around the school, they happened into the Lobby. Elminster was impressed, with a particular painting of a blue Unicorn, and as they he talked about the painting, he stopped and looked around. “You, yes you Myranthor, you’re the dreamer the one I have been looking for.” He walks up to Myranthor and shakes his hand. “It is good to see you in person, after all my visions of you. Come I believe your personal journey has brought you to this school of Light. And I am here to guide you in Magic.” With that he took the boy by shoulder, and led him and everyone else who followed to Magic class. When they were in the large classroom, Elminster took Myranthor to the front, and with out asking began showing the boy the basics of magic. Within an hour Myranthor could do basic conjuring, of simple creatures and even the start basic spells that transformed fiscal objects. Myranthor almost fainted, when a lion appeared from a statue of a kitty cat. But at the same time he could see his power grow. The others in the room took notes, and tried to keep up with the fast moving class. Myranthor was surprised at how fast he was learning under Elminster. ” Now Myranthor I want you to study this book, on trans molecule reproduction, and tomorrow we will start again in this class at noon” With that Agudo escorted Elminster out of the room, with Lady Hoot, To Agudo office for a private dinner. It was then that Myranthor noticed, that everyone was being so friendly with him; congratulating him and patting him on the back. His new book was stuffed with girl’s notes, telling Myranthor to stop by, and give personal magic tutoring. Even the guys seem to respect him more…..{what a day he thought} ((Elsewhere)) Star Bright opened the door and looked outside, to see if Malendor was coming. People outside in the hall walking by, could see the candles burning and that she was just had a towel on. She giggled and closed the door waiting for her husband to return.
Myranthor 06-24-03, 08:53 AM	When the people started acting so strangely, I mefied against them. It wouldn't be strange, after all, that a group of person decide to forge friendship with the man who gave visions to Elminster. I, at my own surprise, acted relatively warmly with the people who spoke to me, but never putting my barriers down completely. It was just too strange. The class was a gool complement to the few things I already knew. I knew, by exemple, how to summon a horse, or how to enlarge one's size. However, never would I have thought I could change a cat's statue in a fully grown, agressive lion. I was looking forward with impatience for my next lesson. I went back in my small room, cleaned the mess I left before leaving so fast, and started studying my new book, as well as the small messages stuffed in it.
Malendor... 06-24-03, 08:58 AM	Malendor limps back to his room holding his still bleeding nose. o O(What a day. First I get embarassed by seeing my own wife in here birth day suit. Then I stand out of breath in front of Myran's room only to get me nose squished in as he runs off to god knows where. Then I get trampled by a large mob of girls all talking about how cute Myranthor was in magic class. What is the school coming too? I'm going to my room to rest my poor body.) Malendor enters his room and flops onto his bed with his eyes closed, not even watching where he's flopping. *THUNK* Malendor lands on the floor. "OW!" Star giggles as she finishes moving the desk. Malendor stands up and looks around while rubbing his head. "What did you do to my room dear?" "I didn't like the way it looked so I changed it." Malendor rolls his eyes as he stumbles over to where his bed is now. He carefully lays down on it and sighs. "Well if it makes you happy dear, but next time warn me when I come in."
stratagues_evermore 06-24-03, 03:00 PM	For the time Res has been here he does not seem to be doing well. He is constantly studying, even while he eats he has some sort of book to study with him. But even with that his teachers notice that he is making no progress. He cannot even do the simplist of spells without the aid of the thing living inside him. But it is not from a lack of trying, just it seems he has no talent for magic at all. He also seems to set himself apart from the rest of the students. Most think him crazy since he is constantly talking to the person Res refers to as "Him." He is beginning to grow dark circles under his eyes. He is starting to lose his vigor and is growing detatched from the outside world.....
Drindin 06-24-03, 03:01 PM	Drindin decides he wants to follow malendor before his class begins. ((Alert me when it begins, sir Agudo, and I expect you to supply the students and their reactions)) Drindin stands in the doorway of the students boarding room and looks around, actually daring to step in slightly, his icy presence well felt, his eyes making one think of icebergs floating in the artic ocean in the middle of December at midnight with an overcast sky. "My my. Agudo is to soft to his students, if you ask me. This is truly a fine establishment you have here. What are your names? Mine is Drindin, I am a new teacher at this school."
Agudo Archmage 06-24-03, 08:16 PM	((DM to Malendor, you get the best award for the joke of the day please see quote)) Star giggles as she finishes moving the desk. Malendor stands up and looks around while rubbing his head. I didn't like the way it looked so I changed it." (( A pregnant woman moving a big bed and a role top desk…..wow and on top of it she is half the size of a human…..but then again Malendor may believe in putting his woman to work! )):rofl: ((Elsewhere)) Drindin walks up and down the residential tower, he notices that every student gets her/his own private room. It just as nice as the faculties, on the top level of the tower, with private bathroom and a large comfortable bed. Each room he goes into, the students seem surprised, at seeing a teacher snooping around. Do need help? They all would ask.
Agudo Archmage 06-24-03, 08:18 PM	Lady Hoot is talking with Elminster, in Agudos office by the fireplace, she is resting on the back of one the chairs. “Tell me Agudo,” Elminster asks, “How do you deal with all these students? “I for one have taken on a couple of students, but never hundreds like you. Agudo puts down his “Raspberry Leprechaun” cake, that he took a bite of, and smiles at his guest. “Now Elminster I have kept up on you through Biography’s, some authorized and other not. But all said the same thing, you have raised several adopted children yourself. Agudo gave a wink, and as we both know, that as personally rewording as it is, its much harder; than grown collage students that I have now.” Elminster chuckled, “Yes Agudo it is, that I will not contradicted you on. Yet from what I have heard from my “Harold’s” you are doing and excellent job, of creating good magic users.” Agudo gave a small bow while sitting, “Thank you, but without Lady Hoot I am sure it would have been the opposite.” Lady Hoot flaps her wings in embarrassment. Lady Hoot changes the subject. “Tell me Elminster what do you think of Myranthor?” “Elminster takes the last drink of his tea, then puts down the small cup. “I wont deceive you, he like most talented wizards at a young age, normally “die” from to much pride, and not enough wisdom, when using advanced spell or adventuring. Yet its rare situation for a school like this one, full of positive energy, and goodness, to be influencing them." Lady Hoot agreed with Elminster, “It is true that very few young wizards with Myranthores powers, make it passed “Wizard to High Mage,” let alone “Archmage or Grandmage.” Agudo spoke up, “But you would not be here if that was his clear future, am I right Elminster?” Elminster stood and walked over to the large telescope that looked out the window onto the Realms. “So I pray my friend so I pray” Lady Hoot understood the meaning. "I have a student named (RES) he is a host, of an advanced being, Res says that it was a willing joining.” She stops for a moment and considers her words. “Res is becoming drained and with drawn, at most he eats just enough to survive. But he does study and study magic, of course it has become obvious, that he has zero talent in magic. Yet the Soul with in wants more knowledge, almost without rest. Your help in the matter would be a big help, my old friend” Elminster turned and looked somber for a moment. “I will be blunt, the person inside may have been good at one time, but now wants to survive at all costs. Most likely trying to find away to free its self, and into a body that can do magic, at the level it likes. You may need to kill him!” Agudo took a long breath then spoke. “Your saying kill the spirit not the boy right?” Elminster set down again and leaned closely to the others. “What ever it takes! For “IT” may not stop until he take a body like Myranthor.” He then set back and went on. “This Soul who has Res, may be trying to hide from some old enemy. In that case “ITS” body may be alive, and waiting for him.” “The question is why has this happened? to the…the “IT” Lady Hoot shook her head “The Boy would never say why or what spell caused this situation” They all talked late into the night.
stratagues_evermore 06-24-03, 08:42 PM	In a secluded section of the library: "No, I can do this. Just....just....give me more time, please?! and older man's voice "I am sorry Res. You need to stop pushing yourself so hard. You will die. And anyway...I am sorry but you do not have any sort of talent for magic at all. What ever it is that I found in you is not magic. (Res) But...... (him) You cannot use me as a crutch to get through this. You need someone who can teach you whatever power that is inside you. I cannot do that. All I can do is help you to find someone who can help. I thought this was to be the place but there is no person that can help....but the books here will be more than enough help. Do you remember studying that Tanar'ri? The cerebrilith? Do you remember how we matched a few of your powers to theirs...? Well I am hoping that they will let you stay long enough to find information about the race of the gith..... Res studies long into the next day about any information pretaining to exter-planar creatures.
Savael 06-24-03, 09:53 PM	And so Savael quietly stole out from the gates of the cathedral of light. No one took much notice from him, he was just another face in a crowd of other faces. He didnt draw much notice. And with the arrival of Elminister - the chosen of Mystra himself - what little attention directed his way was bound to diminish even more. He had gotten what he came for... Agudo had granted him forgivness... and right now it was all that mattered. And so he disappeared from view and notice once again... heading southwards once more...
stratagues_evermore 06-25-03, 01:01 AM	After Res returns from his studies he finds his bed and goes to sleep. But that sleep is soon broken by his own life rentching screams. When examined by any onlookers there can be no wound seen. But curled into a fetal position Res won't stop screaming and holding his head.....
Agudo Archmage 06-25-03, 01:58 AM	The Headmaster had just bid Elminster goodnight, and had shut the door to the guest bedroom. When the crystal ball flashed on Agudos desk. Now who could be calling me at this hour he wondered. As he sat down at his desk, he waived his hand over the crystal ball, now shimmering in a mixture of aqua blue and white. “Yes who is it?” Agudo said as he looked on, he saw the lovely elf maiden, who was the nurse at the school. “Sorry to disturb you, Headmaster, its Melody the school nurse. I am afraid that the boy Res, is having some type of problem, he wont stop screaming. We have brought him down to the school hospital. I believe you should come.” Agudo sat back in his chair for a moment, then spoke. “I will be down very soon” The school nurse nodded her head and the crystal ball flashed off. Near by Lady Hoot was perched on the telescope, resting for the night. “Come my friend, I am afraid “Res” is having a problem” Lady Hoot opened her eyes and flew to Agudo he walked out the door to his room. The screaming was loud and non-stop, but the Clerics had put up a silent spell, to prevent the boy from disturbing the others. Lady Hoot landed near Res, and Agudo sat by the boy as he lay in the bed screaming. “Res This Is Agudo the Headmaster, what has happened?”
Malendor... 06-25-03, 08:30 AM	(( A pregnant woman moving a big bed and a role top desk…..wow and on top of it she is half the size of a human…..but then again Malendor may believe in putting his woman to work! )) ((You'd be surprised what a pregnant woman can do when she sets her mind to it! Personally I rearranged the whole house at least three times a month:D . Even half size as Star is I still bet she could do it. Besides, never said she did it alone :smirk: )) Malendor grabs Star and Pulls her onto the bed when their room door opens :confused: . Star shivers as the air inside gets chiller and some guy peeks And says he's a teacher named Drindin. "Personal Mister Drindin this room is much more then I'm use to at home, I acctualy sleep oin the floor from time to time just to remind myself what a real bed feels like. Oh, I'm Malendor and this is my wife, Star Bright. What can I do for you tonight Mister Drindin?"
stratagues_evermore 06-25-03, 12:13 PM	The boy Res will not answer except for screaming. But a second voice, an older man's voice can be heard over Res' screaming. Desperation can be heard in the man's voice "I am trying to seperate the boy and myself but the boy's mind has attached itself to me, I have never even heard of anything like this. If you can, put the boy into an unconscience state. But be careful! The boy has a power in him I do not under stand and he is ready to lash out at anyone...."
Drindin 06-25-03, 04:35 PM	Drindin shook his head and left. He left quickly, and fast enough to catch savael. "Leaving so soon, Savael?" Drindin yelled out to him. "I was really looking forward to that tea."
Agudo Archmage 06-25-03, 11:17 PM	{Infirmary} The Headmaster took note of the tremendous pressure on “Res,” and the wise whit owl Lady Hoot, heard the “Voice” that “Res” Is hosting. The other Clerics in the room began chanting and praying. Lady Hoot spoke about the voice. “We may need to take a chance on what the voice is saying, if the boy can freed then this would be the time.” Agudo thought for a moment, and ask the nurse to bring a sleeping potion to him. “Thank you Melody, I will use this to sprinkle some near his nose.” They all looked on and waited….. (Elsewhere) Star Bright counted the days until her child would be born, or would it be children? Oh well she smiled. “Malendor where will we live after we graduate from school?” she asked him as he was just looking at her, as he always did when he thought she did not notice. She giggled when he tried look away at other things.
Malendor... 06-26-03, 12:07 AM	(( :rofl: Poor Malendor's whipped! :rofl: )) "Well to tell you the truth I hadn't thought about it. I have a big family back home who would love to see the children around, but I have to admit thats on another planet. :( I never did ask if you had family. (pauses and grins, kisses her on the nose.) Well dear, do you have any or is my family all we have?"
stratagues_evermore 06-26-03, 12:09 AM	Res quietly falls asleep, but the voice inside does not. "Thank you but I still have things to ask of you. For one I need one of you to preform the spell Mordeankainene's Disjunction. That is the only way that me and the boy can be seperated without hurting him. The second is that I ask one of you to erase the boys mind."
Agudo Archmage 06-26-03, 01:32 AM	((Infirmary)) Agudo did as the voice asked and performed the spell. He also gave the boy a pill, that causes him to forget. Then they all waited. (Star Bright) “Well my family lives in the enchanted forest near by, and they will meet you on the day of the birth. That is my peoples tradition, but I would like to go to your world, and see what its like, if that is ok with you?”
stratagues_evermore 06-26-03, 02:21 AM	Res stays asleep for many days. When he wakes up he says to anyone that is present. "Why am I here....and....and....where am I?"
Malendor... 06-26-03, 09:37 AM	Malendor Kisses her again. "Ok dear, we'll do it your way. But I can't take you there till after the child is a little older, I don't want our baby getting hurt." Malendor grins and holds her close. After she falls asleep again Malendor gets up to do some studing for class. Suddenly he hears a very familiar rustling of wings behind him and feels something land on his shoulder. * nudge* Malendor turns his head. "Hi Brad! Got a message from home for me tonight?" Brad holds his talon out and waits calmly for Malendor to untie the parchment. As Malendor unties it another chirp is heard as Beuty also appears in the room. The two firelizards chirp at each other as Beuty lands on Malendor's other shoulder. "Shhhuusss guys, you'll wake Star up." Beuty flies over to the bed and lands next to the sleeping Star and peers at her with her head cocked to one side. *Chirp Chirp*
Khaira 06-26-03, 02:03 PM	Realizing that she has probably abandoned her duties as Bard Instructor, Khaira walks briskly back to the classroom to begin to set up once again for class. As the students come in, she asks them, "Well, [insert name of pupil], did you enjoy your li'l break?"
Agudo Archmage 06-26-03, 02:04 PM	{Res} was taken back to his room and when he awoke, he found the nurse there. She told him he had been sick and that now he is somewhat better. She asked if he knew where his home was? (Magic Class) Elminster walked into class he waived at a few people, and prepared for his lecture. He then looked around wondering where Myranthor was???? (Bard Class) The classroom was full of people they showed thier art work to the teacher and read poetry. Some of the students were late like Malendor? But the class was ready for a new day with Kharia.
Khaira 06-26-03, 02:30 PM	Glad to see you all here again, friends. I want everyone who contributed a piece of work to me to write a reflection on themselves...if they think their work is the best they can do? Do you think you are learning something of yourself, of your subject? ARe you growing in heart and spirit and mind? Are you challenging yourself? If no one has questions we will move on to our next lesson....sacrifice and the eternal battle of good vs. evil.
stratagues_evermore 06-26-03, 03:14 PM	Res' brow furrows for a moment in concentration"I don't ever remember having a home." He looks down at his hand for a moment as a linen cloth suddenly appears in it then he blows his nose. He tosses the cloth aside as it disappears."This might be impolite to ask but who are you?"
Myranthor 06-26-03, 03:41 PM	Myranthor was there, in the front row. He was ready to attend his new class, the one he waited for so long before a teacher decided to teach the purest form of Art : Magic. 3 pieces of white parchment lay before him, and a pot of ink as well as an inkpen were just next to his right hand.
Drindin 06-26-03, 06:16 PM	Drindin gave up catching upto savael, and returned to his classroom where he sat, staring at the empty seats. I didn't expect any body to arrive, but he couldn't be sure.
Agudo Archmage 06-26-03, 07:23 PM	Drindin sat at his desk, thinking of when his classes would start, when suddenly several lady Gnomes walked in with all sorts of gadgets. Some smoking, and others ticking, one even was alive or so it looked part animal part machine. Drindin looked closely at the last one, he realized it was just a cat, trapped in a Gnomes funky machine. They all sat down, trying to keep the dangerous projects from blowing up in their faces. Some even successful……BAM! :D
Agudo Archmage 06-26-03, 07:41 PM	Eliminster took a student by the hand, and had her stand up in front. She seemed nervous, and Elminster seemed to have a prankster look on his face. “Now class let us try making each other disappear”. With that Elminster took a feathered pin, and dabbed some ink on it. He then said a few magic words, and dabbed it on the girls white shirt. Ink went everywhere on that clean shirt. She looked shocked, “Don’t worry its disappearing ink” Elminster said wit a chuckle. The student did not laugh, but Elminster continued talking. “You see my dear, the shirt is disappearing! She looked down and with a bright red face covered herself. “Now, now class no nudity in this school at least.” He gave a wink. “As you can see not just the shirt, but the whole middle body is gone. This is to help you use your brain, when magic spells is not an option” The class applauded at his mischief’s joke, and well thought out example of using potions when you run out spells. Elminster talked for hours showing the class how to catch a fireballs and throw it back. He also showed them that strategy of the Chessboard, was just as good as any fireball. “For when one is fighting for ones life might does not make right, or in this case your life” Elminster would say with a smile. After class he talked to Myranthor alone in the class. “So tell me Myranthor how goes your magical studies? Also what of your trip here from your homeland, do you understand the reason why I have come to help you.?”
Drindin 06-27-03, 01:13 AM	Drindin saw the arriving students... Finally, my victims- I mean students have finally arrived He waited, and after a while, the entire class was filled with gnomes carrying varying machiniery. "Put the machines away. I am now going to be laying down the ground rules for this class." Drindin said in a frighteningly cold voice, his glacial eyes meeting up with every students, in such a way as to cause a shiver run down their spines. "My rules will be as follows: I will not tolerate eating, smoking, tinkering, building, talking while I am talking, cursing, jokes or pranks, particularly if they involve the abuse of Wee-Jas gift known as 'Magic'. "You shall refer to me as one of the following: Proffessor Drindin, Master or Master Drindin, Sir or Sir Drindin. All magic or formulas you learn in this classroom are to be used RESPONSIBLY! Some of the spells I will cover can be VERY DANGEROUS if not used RESPOSIBLY! If I hear so much as ONE word of you abusing these powers, I will ASSURE you that I will have you punished to the FULLEST extent of my power! All rules are to be abided by at any time you so much step through that door UNLESS I SAY OTHERWISE. I'll put my 'Justice System' into a format you gnomes should understand: The severity of the punishment is directly proportional to the extent of the broken rule. There fore: Severly broken rule = Severe punishment, or lightly broken rule = Light punishment" Drindin wrote the last part on the board. "Today we will begin with the basics of Law Magic. Any questions about the rules before we begin?"
Myranthor 06-27-03, 06:03 AM	I was pleased, but a little intimidated, to speak alone with the great archwizard. " My studies? They're going well, I guess. I tought I would have an apprenticeship much like the one I had in Evermeet, which was deeply theorical. But, here, I have to do all the researches myself in the library. There are also the field courses, such as when we went tout to save Star Bright. They're exciting but also a little traumatizing. Finally, the best class I had was probably the one you gave us yesterday. I made many improvements in my spellcasting. However, today you didn't teach magic, you teached how to not use magic. While this is also important, I can not melt this with the rest of y apprenticeship on magic because one is a complex and rewarding art, while the other is a way of thinking. "That you, personally, came here to teach me, is still not explicable for me."
Malendor... 06-27-03, 09:11 AM	Malendor rushes to class, late again. Beuty chirps in his ear in a repermending tone. "Yah, yah Beuty I know I know. We're almost there." Malendor gets to class to see Khaira has already started it. He tries to sneak in the door and into his seat.
Agudo Archmage 06-27-03, 12:43 PM	Elminster smiled at Myranthor, “well young man, if that can be said of any elf? I know of your dreams to come here. I have seen it because you shall become a {Chosen} of a deity.” Elminster looked at him for a moment seeing if this all sunk in. “You have many destinies in your life, one being that some higher power has smiled on you. Why? You may ask…… Elminster sat for a moment, then spoke by looking deep into Myranthores eyes. Some would say it was you alone, but another may say your mother or father, is favored by a deity. I myself never quite understood why I was a “Chosen.” But that does not change what you will learn about yourself.” Elminster stood up and told Myranthor to do the same. “I know you have more questions, yet I ask that we practice magic first, because you have that same hunger, I did when I was young. But remember what I taught you today, that your wisdom will save you faster than the most powerful spell.” With that Elminster handed Myranthor a scroll. “Now just read it that’s all I ask” As Myranthor did he learned the ability to shoot Two fireballs at once. After a couple of practice shots, and a few burnt fingers he did it. This was amazing to learn such a powerful spell so soon. Elminster smiled as he saw Myranthor test his power, the thrill on the boys face was intoxicating. Elminster shook his head and laughed. “Ah yes, the days of learning new spells, is like learning to kiss a girl for the first time. But has you may wonder, how can I do this powerful fire ball spell, and not be able to do something as simple as Magic Missiles?” “Well again as Chosen, you can do things that others cant. But its also embarrassing for a meager wizard just staring out can cast a “Mud” spell but you cant. Even after hundred years of learning and adventuring, you will still need to learn small spells. That is partly do to the on the job training, or in other words; more time walking around getting into messes, than reading and practicing. “Lets be honest “Myranthor” you have battled dragons, before you could cast some off the most basic spells. Why do think that is? Do think Agudo would send out just any old student, to help put out a forest fire?” But please if you have any questions just ask?”
Agudo Archmage 06-27-03, 12:57 PM	Drindin gave his speech, the Gnomes did as he asked, and put away their things. One let go off the red button that said on it don’t let go. BAM! And big flash of fire and smoke went everywhere. The Gnome with the cat\machine, could not hold on to her scared cat thing. It scratched her and ran in fear from the explosion. The rope that it was tied to the cat had raped itself around the chair of the Gnome. It drug her and the chair around the class and…. WHAAAAMMM.! Out the widow they went. As Drindin looked on and waiving the smoke away, he thought to himself. Well Agudo was wrong he will be needing an Undertaker. For we are ten floors up, and unless that cat and Gnome can bounce…..he sinkerd at the thought…. :smirk:
Myranthor 06-27-03, 01:30 PM	" If I have any questions, just ask....Just a little brainstorm for you here: Which god? Why me? What will it change? Are you sure about that? When will an...entity contact me? There are a lot of questions that I'd like answers for. That is pretty sure. If you can answer some of them, I'd be glad to hear yours words. But I think wisdom, that you hope to instill in me, is whispering to leave some questions behind. I do not think there is a reason to ask myself continuously, and doubt, about the reason I am (or may be) Chosen. If I ought to be, then I will find out when I'l be called. I think it is how I must act, at least concerning this particulartopic. But, as I said earlier : If you have any answer that you are pretty sure of, I'd be glad of hearing them."
Drindin 06-27-03, 05:15 PM	Drindin through a bottle of feather fall to the gnome, who promptly grabbed and drank it, and drifted to the bottom floor. "That, is what is called chaos. The opposite of chaos is order, which we will be studying today. Any questions about the topic of today?"
Agudo Archmage 06-27-03, 07:27 PM	Elminster set back down and thought on what to tell Myranthor. “Lets just put it this way, there are two gods after you one Good, and one Evil. I can not tell you the name’s because that was the agreement between them, that you would choose sides on your own when the time came.” Elminster put his hand up, to stop Myranthor from asking who again. “Yes I know that makes it some what like a fish in a glass bowl, but they want to see if you use your power for good,…… or evil. “I have been asked to train you and give you wisdom, but not to interfere on your choices that you make, on whatever hellish adventures you end up on, that will test your morale fiber.” He looked closely at Myranthor again, “ I do not envy you, for the gods will test you constantly. You may think you are doing good at the time, just to see that it was not.” “But come its time for you to do your homework, I want you to study the book that Agudo gave you from his history class. What was it called?….Ah yes “History of the Realms” Written by the Headmaster himself Agudo. Make sure you read page four thousand and eight. ((OOC just so you know it talks about good people, who became cruel tyrants, do to the fact they wanted to keep law an order.)) With that Elminster walked Myranthor to the door to the hallway. “Good luck my boy and I will see you at the next class.” He started to turn away then stopped. “I know when I was told, that my spell learning would be mixed; I tried cramming as many low level spells as I could.” He laughed….” Lets just say I turned my self into a {chicken} more than once, when trying to rush my studies. I guess I am trying to say is yes go study, but not all spells will come easy.” “Those last spells you learned, were given to you with help from a divine spark, as it would be. The others will have to be worked for the old fashioned way…..Practice and more practice.” He then walked away saying “Don’t be embarrassed if you turn yourself into something, or something just goes wrong, and you cant fix it”….. “Let Lady Hoot know….Trust me! She is very kind about removing things like that……I know!” Elminster could be heard chuckling all, the way down the hall.
Agudo Archmage 06-27-03, 07:31 PM	The students all applauded as the teacher “Drindin” saved the student. They all smiled and sat ready for class, one raised her hand asking what will they learn first? Lady Hoot was flying by on the outside of the tower, smiled at the kind act of the new teacher. This will go well when we do Drindins review next month. :angel:
Drindin 06-27-03, 09:39 PM	"First we will be covering (Now, please, I know it sounds boring, but it's very important) Discipline. The key to using magic related to Order is discipline. Now, if you can abide my rules with little to no breakings of them, you have already learned that leson. Now, will.... ah... you there! Come up here, and pass out these Holy Symbols to the class members!" Drindin pointed to a gnome placed right in front of his desk, and showed him a box of two dimensional, silver fists on chains. "Now, I doubted most of you were worshippers of wee-jas, so I simply ordered in the generic symbols for Order magic, a fist. I wanted only top-quality, so I got them in silver for you." The gnome passed them out to the students. "Now, when it comes to casting law spells, you need to have very much self discipline, you must be able to make a choice, and stick with that choice, no changing it unless it is proven fool hardy. A good way for you to learn this will be to come up with a daily agenda, decide what you will do the next day before actually doing it. Now, being gnomes, this class may end up being particularly difficult for you. Now, to help you, I could cast a Geas on you, but failure to do this would hurt, and the Headmaster would probably dislike me doing that. "Now, the first spell we will cover is called 'Protection From Chaos'. Now, you!" Drindin pointed at another gnome. "I want you to hand out these cats to all of the students. If you succesfuly cast the spell, this potion..." Drindin produced a bubbling many-coloured substance. "... Will not affect them." Drind ran over the steps of how to cast the spell, and constantly reminded them of how important it was for them to follow the rules PERFECTLY.
Myranthor 06-28-03, 10:15 AM	I stayed in the class for some time, thinking about what Elminster just said. It was really strange : two deities, battling for my allegiance. o o (Why me? Am I so ..special? I never thought so. Did my father trained me so intensively because of that? perhaps he knew all the way. But then he would've trained myself in something else than magic and elven lore. Or perhaps not, If they're elven deities. No, they're no evil elven deities. Then an elven deity and a. ..ho STOP! You said it yourself: it is better not to think about it. ) I went to my room, and continued, carefully to study Elminster's book. (Why do I have the feeling I'll get turned in a goose or something?)
Good Knight 06-28-03, 11:45 PM	Good Knight passed the butter and bread to Keldorn, who haply sliced himself half a loaf. Joan had brought up a large breakfast, for them to eat in their room together. “I must say Joan this was a wonderful idea” Keldorn said as he munched on some bacon. “With all are down time, and taking classes, we hardly see each other anymore.” Joan of Ark passed the grapefruit juice, and smiled. “Well Firecam I am glad that you approve. This was the plan after all, I thought we could use some quit time together.” Good Knight was taking his second helping of buttered and honey biscuits, when nodded his head. “It has been awhile since we been on an adventure, but this is much more fun and safer, than fighting the dregs of the realms.” Kledorn laughed, “Yes well we have earned a rest, its not like we haven’t done more than our fair share of fighting evil.” With that he leaned back and patted his stomach
Agudo Archmage 06-30-03, 01:43 AM	The nusre seemd to take a very loooooonnnnngggg time to give an answer to Res. She then smiled and said, "sorry I was thinking about other things forgive me. I am the school nurse, and you are at the Agudo school of Light and Magic." She then opens a window to let some fresh air in. She then turns around and points to tray with food on it. "Would you like some food to eat?"
Agudo Archmage 06-30-03, 02:00 AM	Star Bright felt the baby kick, but she also knew that within a few weeks, she would be giving birth. It was time to see the school nurse, about her birthing process. She walked along the hallways, and even made a completely unnecessary trip to the Wizard Tower, just to sneak a peak at Malendor. Seeing that he was in class and doing fine, she went to the Cathedral of Light, and said a prayer for their unborn child. With a candle lit by her in the sanctuary, she went to the lobby and through a side door, to see the nurse.
Agudo Archmage 07-01-03, 02:45 AM	Star Bright was just finishing with her check up when, she thought about the Birth Wedding "I wonder why Malendor has not called for his mother to come?" She this out loud to know one but herself. She thought out loud some more, " Do the Dragon kind not have the same traditions as my own people? Will his mom perform the wedding" She quickly wrote a note and sent it to Malendor, in his class by Gnome Express.
Drindin 07-01-03, 03:31 AM	Drindin waited for his words to sink in. "Now, hold your holy symbols between your hands, like so." Drindin demonstrated with his own holy symbol. "Now, close your eyes, and concentrate. Picture the power of order flowing into you, through the holy symbol. If you feel slightly tingling, that's good, that means it's working. Now, praying to a lawful god that you worship helps, with that done now, if your hand is glowing that's good, open your eyes, and touch the cat if your hand is glowing, and picture the power of order flowing around the cat, protecting it from Chaos. If it works, the cat should have an aura of blue around it." Drindin cast the spell himself, and showed the class. "Now, try it." ((how many succeed, agudo?))
Agudo Archmage 07-01-03, 12:19 PM	The lady Gnomes gladly did as they were told, chant and rubbing the cat. In fact they seemed to enjoy the cat to much, CAT, CAT, CAT, they kept saying eyes fixed with anticipation. Some started hoping up and down, others stood on their heads. Faster and faster it went, they got louder and louder……Until……. POP…….one turned bright orange and two more green…….but one made the color blue. She jumped up and down saying….”I am the winner!”……”Do I get to keep the cat?” She said to the teacher.
Malendor... 07-01-03, 12:31 PM	Malendor sneaks into his chair, hopefully without getting caught by Khiara. As his listens to her speech on good vs. evil until he's interupted by a note landing on his head . o O(Damn Gnome express! Why can't they come up with an easier way to get someone's attention?) He reads the note briefly and blushs. o O(Great I had better go talk to her after class, my mother know's nothing about marrige cerimonies.) He tries to finish out the class by paying attention, but seems distracted.......
Drindin 07-01-03, 12:49 PM	Originally posted by Agudo Archmage The lady Gnomes gladly did as they were told, chant and rubbing the cat. In fact they seemed to enjoy the cat to much, CAT, CAT, CAT, they kept saying eyes fixed with anticipation. Some started hoping up and down, others stood on their heads. Faster and faster it went, they got louder and louder……Until……. POP…….one turned bright orange and two more green…….but one made the color blue. She jumped up and down saying….”I am the winner!”……”Do I get to keep the cat?” She said to the teacher. Mabye I should of stuck with the rats... no matter. "Let me make sure the spell worked, first." Drindin moved over, and pulled out a ring, and attempted to use it. The spell simply glanced off. "Good work, I guess you can keep the cat, now, everyone, try until your cat looks like this young maiden's here!"
Myranthor 07-01-03, 03:22 PM	Time passed, slowly, time I spent pouring over books, time I spent alone, time I spent.. And I had enough. It was boring. I had studied half of the book, waiting for a dramatic event to blow up. Probably it was what Elminster wished : tickle my curiosity, so that I read it and assimilate in a faster but more cautious way. "Manipulator", I thought. I stood up from my chair, and took a deep inspiration. o O (What could I do to ease my mind?) I thought. (I could go to a class where I do not have to listen. At least, in which I should listen, but not wonder about perfect comprehension...Perhaps I should accept Khaira's invitation. I think she had a class in the same time Elminster gave his own class. Perhaps I should go and take a look at it.) I left my room and went to Khaira's class. Seeing Malendor on a chair near the door, I slipped in and sat next to him. " Hi" I muttered. " What is she speaking about?"
Drindin 07-01-03, 03:42 PM	On the way upto elvina's class, Myranthor passed by Drindin's class... "Right, students. I want you to take these cats and try to perfect your spells. If they glow blue like this ladies, then it has most likely worked. Whatever you do, DO NOT use these cats as subjects of your tinkering, if you please." He eyed all of the still class members. "DISMISSED!" He yelled in a commanding tone, which made many of them jump. "Well, aren't you going to leave?" They all obeyed, swiftly gathering up their things, and leaving out the door. Drindin watched them leave, and once he was sure they were gone, he held his holy symbol tightly, and began murmuring a prayer. The room grew dark and cold, and the sound of a carriage pulled by unearthy horses was heard as the sky grew dark. A shriek pierced the air, and the rattling of chains was heard. Even agudo's school of light was host to some of the darker things of the nether world. The wind began swirling around Drindin, and soon his robes were whipping around fiercly, as though they were trying to tear off of his body. The wind stopped, and a shadowy creature appeared on the ground infront of him. "You summoned me here...." The shadow said in a hollow, windy voice. "Yes, I did. I want you to watch some one for me." "Why..... what good will it do you....?" "I'm more curious than I look, shadow. If you watch this person for me for one hour, and tell me all you find out, I will let you rest." "Very.... well.... who is it?" "Her name is Kharia. A bard, and a teacher. I want you to goto her class. Just watch for an hour, and report back, if you will." The shadow nodded, and moved out into the hall way, and up the stairs. Once infront of the closed door of Kharia's class, he passed through the door, and hid in Myranthor's shadow, making it look a bit larger than it actually was, and making the shadows fingers look sharper.
Malendor... 07-02-03, 01:14 PM	Malendor blinks as is good friend Myranthor suddenly appears in a chair next to him. He leans closer and says "She's talking about sacrific and the eternal battle of good vs. evil. Though I haven't heard the whole lecture,I've been distracted.." He hands the note to Myranthor. After Myranthor glances at it Malendor continues. "I have now clue what to do, my mother won't be able to do what Star thinks she should do, unless I can find a decent cermony to send to my mom.. She could study it and preform it then." Malendor pauses and thinks."Hey maybe that book you got has something in it, think I can look at it after class??"
Khaira 07-02-03, 02:07 PM	((I suddenly realized that I lost my post when my computer crashed! Here we go again...)) Welcome back, my budding bards! Now that we've had our little break, it's time to resume our lesson...the eternal battle vs. good, evil, balance, and sacrifice. Always in history there have been battles of good vs. evil. Think of all the stories that you read as a child, or that were read to you; the supposed "good" knight going to slay the dragon; the proverbial hero going to defeat the tyrannical demonlord to have peace over the land; the great clash of two great armies in the classic battle of good vs. evil - all of these are great examples. Unfortunate as it may be, no matter how many evil creatures are defeated, no matter how many wars are waged, no matter, even, how many evil Gods are slain, evil will still be in existence. I see some of you cringing, but what would evil be without good? And vice versa, as well. The one cannot exist without the other. If we did away with one, the other would simply cease to exist. This is what's called the Great Balance. I see some of you want to ask "Does that mean we should just not fight?" Well, of course not! The evil side will always try to conquer over the good side. And the good side will always try to conquer over the evil! That is why people must fight - to preserve the Great Balance. And as long as everyone has free will, evil will continue to exist, as will good. Because it is not some theory that we discuss in class; it is not some good we praise; it is not some statue we worship, even. It is here Khaira places a clenched fist over her heart and with her other hand, taps to her skull. in our hearts and in our minds where it will thrive and grow strong. For no matter how pure you are, the Great Balance is strong withiin even the most hearty of knights...as long as free will is maintained, evil will always hold a taint over every one of your hearts. As long as we have such strong, courageous, wise good people such as ourselves, however, willing to sacrifice everything and anything, even their lives, to rid the world of evil...we'll be all right. I have a story for all of you.....a very long time ago, a wise, old magic-user went against the very epitome of evil; A Lich King and his Queen. With him were an small elf, a band of Knights, a dragon, and a few others whom I can't seem to remember. Later, a fearless, female instrumentalist joined this magic-user, as well as a human who would turn traitor. THrough and through, this group won and they lost. Many people, with nothign in common, but this one goal. Through the course of many weeks, they came to the Towers where the Lich King and Queen lived. They then split up and went through the Towers. These two evil forces...in the land all around them, everybody lived in fear and darkness, with no free will.THe small elf, and inventor-ish type they picked up along the way, and this female bard, they all went against the Lich King. The rest...the magic-user, the dragon, and the Knights...they went for the Queen. A great battle arose, and the tower started shakign as theQueen fell. In one last act of defiance, the small elf threw herself into a horde of zombies, causing her to be destroyed and mutilated. In doing this, though, she was able to allow the female instrumentalist to attack the Kign with the final blows. For a full ten minutes, she and the King fought valiantly!The rest of the gorup stood behind her, ready to back her up, but she just screamed for them all to get out....and so they did. In one last effort, the female bard struck the King a mighty blow and was able to defeat the rest. This, my friends, is the biggest sacrifice that you can give, to give your very life for another, for the "bigger goal". If there are no questions, if there is nothing to be shared, this is your assignment; in whatever way you best express yourself, go and show how you have made a great sacrifice. Or if you haven't, show if you would or if you wouldn't.
Drindin 07-02-03, 04:47 PM	After an hour, the shadow returned to drindin, and reported everything, including the speach. Drindin unsummoned the shadow, and thought. Indeed. What would life be without death aswell? I must wonder, does this bard know anything about mortality? I think I shall speak to her after her class. Mabye not about that, but even I could do with making some friends. Drindin got up and wandered over to Kharia's classroom, and silently waited at the door.
Malendor... 07-02-03, 09:23 PM	Malendor blinks as he reconizes the story he has been told since he was young. He was told it in a slightly differnt way, but he was sure it was the same! He grins to himself and thinks o O (I hope there's a test on this story, I bet I'd ace it!)
Agudo Archmage 07-03-03, 01:40 AM	Elminster sat by the small waterfall outside near the pond. He enjoyed the tranquility of it all, some how he knew that he would have to tell Myranthor that he was going soon. Elminster got up and walked to Drindin’s classroom, unfortunately the teacher was not there. He took a feathered pin and some paper and wrote down this message. Teacher of the Arts: I am Elminster, please except Myranthor a student of this school into your class. I have great confidence in him and know he can learn quickly. Thank You. With that Elminster left for the room of Myranthor, he walked in and set in a chair near a window. He then started reading until Myranthor arrives.
Khaira 07-03-03, 01:51 PM	As she watches the students file out, she silently ponders on where the rest of her companions from that company are now...she hopes they are well.She shakes her head at something, and tucks her harp under her arm, and walks out of the classroom....
Drindin 07-03-03, 03:26 PM	"Lady Kharia?" Came a cold sound from beside her. Kharia spun around and saw Drindin, pulling his hood down. "My name is Drindin, I just started working here. I figure since we... ah... well, teach in the same school we should get to know each other." Drindin waited a moment before continuing. "And I thought, perhaps, you'd want to join me for dinner tonight..."
Myranthor 07-03-03, 11:17 PM	I came back from Khaira's class, a little deceived. I thought it would have been more a conversation between students and techaer than a speech from the teacher. The task at hand, however, would be challenging. " I guess I will do that as soon as I get alone. Finally, some peace." I said, opening my room's door. However, someone I knew very well was sitting in a chair, jsut in front of me. "What do you want?" I asked calmly.
Malendor... 07-04-03, 12:26 AM	After class Malendor waits to see if Myranthor is going to help him out. After it is obviouse that Myran is distracted by something else, Malendor heads back to his room. He smiles when he see's the room is empty and sits to think of his next assignment...
Agudo Archmage 07-04-03, 11:59 AM	Elminster looks calmly at Myranthor. “It does me well to see you my student, I have come to tell you the truth personally.” He gets up and stands near Myranthor, Elminster seems distracted as if he is concerned by what will come. “ I have been told by those that fight over your soul, like some chess piece. That the time for temptation has come.” Elminster look down at his robe, then at the young man who would go through this time of enlightenment and danger. “You have been given to a teacher named Drindin, I don’t know if he wants you, or if he will reject you. But that in it self may be part of your humbling. In any event I am glad that we have had time together, you have done well as a student.” Elminster puts his hand on Myranthor. “Please remember one thing from all I taught you, {Humble your pride} No matter what you may think of yourself, be it strong or shy; you will become arrogant with magical power. Don’t be surprised as if I say it that way, even the most honest and kind person, has pride with his magic.” Elminster smiles and a tear can be seen falling down the side of his cheek. “I am sorry my boy that I could not protect you from your destiny” With that Elminster was gone, not with a flash but just slowly faded away. ((Elsewhere)) Star Bright rushes up to her and Malendor's room. When she opens the door, she has a load of food on a tray. She smiles brightly at her husband and lays the food near him. Before Malendor is hot cakes, eggs, bacon and some odd looking elvin food. She sits next to him and kisses him. :D
Malendor... 07-04-03, 02:25 PM	Malendor smiles as his thoughts are inturupted by the love of his life carring a huge tray of food. He kisses her back and begins to pick at the tray,, though he seems distracted some how. Finally he sighs and says "Star,dear, how did your visit to the nurse go? " (Star) "It went well, the babies are growing fine, did you get my note?" (Mal) breifly thinks babies?? :confused: then answers "Yes I did dear, but there's one slight problem. My mother won't know much about marriage cerimonies, but I'm sure she'll try her best. Would you like to see a picture of her?" (Star) "I'm sure her best will be fine. You have a picture of her? I'd love to see it!" Malendor rumages through his desk and pulls out a piece of parchment which he hands to Star. ((E-mailed))
Myranthor 07-04-03, 04:11 PM	o O (Unable to protect me from my destiny...Don't be sorry mighty ArchWizard, it is my destiny not to be protected! You can not change one's destiny, and you should not be sorry about what you were not able to do, despite your power, because it was, again, your destiny. At least, if you accept the miserable thought that you're being controlled from your early childhood to your eternal death.) o O ( I should, however. If divine entities battle for a piece of my life, and that my only solace lies in a plane I do not even know, I should just bow and conform myself to the high whims of those high above me. At least this way I shall keep some humility within my self at every moment. ) Thinking like this makes you progress faster, some say. I do not know if this is true, but when these thoughts met their ends in my head, I found myself in front of Drindin's door. I knocked, but no response was heard. I took a piece of yellowed piece of parchment from my backpack, and started writing, before tossing under the door. " Master Drindin I received word, today, that you would be one of my teacher in the next days. I came here to learn from you what are your courses about. I would like to speak a little with you, to understand why I am sent to you specifically. I would appreciate if you could come to my room, no. 3745, to discuss it with me after supper time. Hoping to see you. Myranthor Imalustriel, Weaver
Khaira 07-04-03, 09:02 PM	Originally posted by Drindin "Lady Kharia?" Came a cold sound from beside her. Kharia spun around and saw Drindin, pulling his hood down. "My name is Drindin, I just started working here. I figure since we... ah... well, teach in the same school we should get to know each other." Drindin waited a moment before continuing. "And I thought, perhaps, you'd want to join me for dinner tonight..." Her first reaction is for her hands to go to where her blades usually are...exept she had taken them off. She looks at Drindin, eyeing him up and down, as she would a dangerous-looking building that she were up to invade...after a few moments, she almost seems satisfied. Almost. "Don't think that I'm not [pleasantly] suprised, but why me? There are SOOO many teachers in this school...why choose me? And please...I am anything but a lady." She half smirks, almost as if she were proud "And I suppose if I'm going to be in this school for a while, I may as well start with getting to know one of the teachers. What do you teach, anyway?" Khaira looks out one of the windows in her classroom, at the outside world. "I should be out there, travelling, finding new music, picking wealthy men's money pouches, not in here teaching a class....I am not exactly the most pure role model to be a teacher...." Her gaze then returns to Drindin, "Well?"
Drindin 07-04-03, 10:29 PM	"Well... Clerical magic. I teach the domains of Law and Death. I know it's dark, but, that's just how I was raised." "And why you? I've heard alot about you from students, they speak rather fondly of you, and I wanted to see for myself, and so far, they've been right."
Khaira 07-05-03, 12:35 AM	Originally posted by Drindin "Well... Clerical magic. I teach the domains of Law and Death. I know it's dark, but, that's just how I was raised." "And why you? I've heard alot about you from students, they speak rather fondly of you, and I wanted to see for myself, and so far, they've been right." "Well, Master Drindin...I've seen a lot darker things, I must say. 'Sides, Death is merely a cycle of life, nothing more. Wouldn't you say so?" "My students? Speak rather fondly? Of me?" She sounds suprised. "i just tell them what I know. And tell stories to go along with what I know..." My students are looking up to me? I don't know if that's good...I'm not exactly the best person to look up to, what iwth my history. What's wrogn with me? I'm changing so much. Is that a bad thing? Maybe I should leave in the middle of the night...I belong on the road, not in this school...What am I doing? "Well, Master Drindin...you said something of dinner? I'm starved, myself."
Agudo Archmage 07-05-03, 01:51 AM	Star Bright smiled as she saw a picture of her motheren-Law "Well she lovely Malendor, I hope she will like me. Do think she will? But as far as how many kids I have in me, thats why I stoped by the nurse. to see if I had one or the normal five that my kind normaly has" She then leans close to Malendor, "I hope you wanted a large family" :embarrass
Drindin 07-05-03, 03:15 AM	Drindin did something very rare, he smiled. "Yes. Let's go." Drindin led Kharia into the very decorative, and softly litten dining hall. A hall of such beauty and elegance, it was obviously Agudo's. Drindin read both notes after he stopped shortly at his class, and merely folded them into his pocket afterwards. Drindin found them a seat for two, ordering little more than a salad for himself. "So, Kharia, you're a bard, correct?" ((if I don't reply in Six Days, DON"T BE SURPRISED. I"m at a camp for the next 6))
Myranthor 07-05-03, 10:11 PM	A thought passed swiftly in my head. I remembered Malendor, in Khaira's class, asking me to check in my book about draconic wedding ceremonies. I walked up to his room, and found the door wide open. I distinguished a surprised Malendor, gazing at Star at little strangely....
Malendor... 07-06-03, 12:56 AM	Malendor looks at Star oddly for a mintue, then grins. "Five huh, well thats great! I was afraid you where going to say more then that. I love the idea of a large family, but I didn't want to see you hurt yourself having to many at once. To be honest when you said babies I kept thinking about how many my mother said a Pern dragon can average, some where between 20 and 40. But then again they lay eggs." He grins sheeplishly at her. "I believe my mother will love you as much as I do." Malendor then spots a slight movement in his door way, which Star had left open again :rolleyes: , and says "Who's there? Is that you Myran? Come on in!"
Khaira 07-06-03, 07:00 PM	"Yes, a bard. You are very correct. I think it would be rather difficultt to teach a class about them if i were not."She gathers a plate of varied assortments...a little salad, some meat, etc. and joins Drindin.
Agudo Archmage 07-07-03, 02:18 AM	As Star Bright was talking to Malendor, he seemd to be looking at the door. She smiled when she saw Myranthor, "Dont be shy come on in. We were just huging and talking about the children." :D
Myranthor 07-07-03, 10:09 AM	" Hum, sorry" I mumbled, entering in the tiny room. " I didn't meant to be shy. I was just surprised then I heard both the words "children" and "twenty" in the same sentence." I then looked oddly at Star's belly, wondering how they could fit in such a narrow space.
Malendor... 07-07-03, 10:17 AM	Malendor laughs at the look Myran is giving his wife. "No she's not having twenty Myranthor, only five at the most, I was saying dragon's can have twenty to fourty at a time and that I was glad she couldn't. I want a big family, but not that big. So what brings you by? I figured you'd be busy studing some more."
Myranthor 07-07-03, 10:20 AM	Well, I have to write this assignment for Khaira. Well, no, I don't. I'm a guest in her class, not a member, so I do not HAVE TO. Perhaps I will, perhaps not. As for the magic side, well, I have no teacher per se, at the exception of Elminster. I've been sent to a new teacher, named Drindrin, but I received no words of him still. I'm here because I remeber you spoke about looking in my book for mariage ceremonies. Would you like to follow and take a peek at it?"
Malendor... 07-07-03, 10:33 AM	"Sure" Malendor stands to follow Myranthor to his room. He stops briefly to give his wife a kiss and say "I'll be back in a little bit. Could you write a message to my mother and request her to join us when ever you think she should be here? She'll probaly come a little early so she can spend time with her friends Agudo, Lady Hoot and Khaira. After you write it give it to Buety, she'll take it to my mom." Buety, the fire lizard, appears from no where and lands on the bed near Star with a chirp. "Thats Buety, she's a fire lizard from home. She'll take your message right to my mom." Malendor then smiles and leaves the room with Myranthor. After their a little ways away from the room Malendor looks at Myranthor with this wierd look on his face. "This is all going so fast. I go from being a student who was studing with this nice girl from school to being a husband and father all at once. Not quite sure if I'm ready, but guess I'll find out soon enough. She acts like those kids will be here any day now."
Myranthor 07-07-03, 10:39 AM	" At this rate, it will probably be the case. In fact, I wouldn,t be surprised if they assist at your wedding." I added with a grin. "Anyway, at least you know what happens to you. I passed from apprentice to chosen-to-be and from "the man captured by bugears" tp "the one who'll save the lovely elf maiden stuck in another plane". With these words, they arrived at my room. The book on dragons was on the table, where I left. "Be my guest" I said, pointing the book.
Malendor... 07-07-03, 10:50 AM	Malendor starts flipping through the book and mumbing out the chapters he see's. " End of the world cerimony, dragon birth, dragon rebirth, dragon death, ahh here it is dragon marrage let's see here it says see dragon love vows.(flip, flip, flip) Ok here it is......" Malendor starts reading to himself quickly.
Myranthor 07-07-03, 01:40 PM	" I don't know what you planned for your wedding, but here is what I thought: Khaira should be the mean attraction. She has a great voice, and people may come from everywhere to listen to her. She may also be accompanied by many of her students. Then we add Agudo's powers to give the show a little excitement and we could even add in an aerial dance amde by both you and your mother. I also heard Elminster is quite good at tap dancing. what do you think?"
Good Knight 07-07-03, 11:08 PM	Keldorn interred in to the Cathedral of Light, he removed his helmet and lit a candle in pray of those he loved. He then walked over to one of the empty seats and set himself down. At the same time picking up one of the Hymnals and opening it. The place was almost full today, a good sign he thought. Just then music director began a lovely melody about serenity and love. Keldorn Firecam felt his spirits lift as the voices rise, in this colorful sanctuary of Light.
Malendor... 07-08-03, 12:50 AM	"I'll have to talk to Star about all that. Right now I'm just trying to get a easy cerimony writen down for my mother." He scribbles down a few lines from the book, flips a few more pages then writes some more. "Come to think about all that stuff, would you stand up there with me? You know as my friend?"
Myranthor 07-08-03, 12:37 PM	I was a little surprised y this sudden display of confidence. I wasn't completely at ease, though. " Me? What do you mean? What would I have to do?"
Agudo Archmage 07-08-03, 03:42 PM	((Not sure of the name Purn or Pern???)) The Archmage of Light and dutiful Headmaster, was slowly adjusted the large dials on his telescope. He looked into the “Realms,” seeing world that he has yet to visit, and some that he has fond memories of. Agudo added another blue crystal to the container, the sparks were quick and magical. The telescope then looked deeper into the void. “Now that a place I have only read about, “Purn” Malendores old home, and my dear friend “Ruthia.” Lady Hoot sat near by on the large Oak-desk, scattered about were scrolls and old books. She seemed to be turning the pages quickly, as if looking for something in particular. “Now I know what it is Agudo!” She looked up at the Headmaster. Agudo ponder a little longer then at his gaze then turned to his wise friend. “Yes Lady? Don’t keep me suspense, what is it?” The Prophesy of the union of a “Dragon and a Nymph” that they would bare children together. Agudo closes his eyes for a moment then opens them “Didn’t that Prophesy say that would happen on Purn?” The wise whit owl read some more then answered Agudo “Yes It did.” ((OOC)) I was reading the old boards, and realized Star original name was (Light not Bright) Oh well its some thing Florissant! :rofl: ((Elsewhere)) Star Bright or Light take your pick ;) was tired but before she went to sleep she wrote a note for her hubby. It said can we have the Marriage celebration on Purn?
ruthia 07-09-03, 09:54 AM	A small bronze dragon flies in and drops two notes on the table in front of Agudo the Archmage as he is eating his breakfast. The first one is addressed to Malendor, the second to Agudo. When opened it reads. Dearest Friend. I'd be delighted to see you and Lady Hoot again. I can not wait for your visit to my home. Do you have a way to get there, or will you be needing transprtation? If you have your own way there, can you bring Star Bright with you? Seems her and Malendor woulds like to be wed here on Pern, bt traveling dragon back is much to dangerous for one so far along in pregnancy. Could you also bring along any family Star would like with her? That way she will have family here to see her as well. Signed, Your Dragon friend Ruhia.
Agudo Archmage 07-09-03, 11:36 AM	(((OOC))) DM to everyone Ruthia has a story called **Pern** at the MOP Board. This is about the wedding and birth of Malendors child or is it children? :rolleyes: ;) :cool: The normal life of the school will continue, Agudo and Lady Hoot will be here at the (School) and on “Pern”. Kind of like the *Before* and *After* story, the school being the ((BEFORE)) I have posted at the Pern story and everyone with Star and Malendor went by *Elvin Flying-ship.* :angel: OK now to continue with the School! :)
Malendor... 07-09-03, 01:26 PM	"Well according to this book, the guy who's getting married has his best friend preform a ritual hunt before the wedding. If the hunt is good, then the marriage is good also. I won't ask for anything that serious, just you standing there grinning and making fun of me as I become a Father and a Husband at the same time. It's ok if you say no though, with school and all I'm sure you have a lot to do, and you could always just make fun of me here till the day comes right?" Malendor grins as he continues writing down things to send to his mother. When he's done he turns to Myranthor. "So what do you say?"
Myranthor 07-09-03, 01:58 PM	"Your words are full of wisdom, my dear : I'd love to make fun of you for a few times, but I can not, still. I would like to get an answer from my new teacher, Drindin, before I decide to leave with you or to stay here. Perhaps I should seek master Agudo to get a few informations on this Drindin and on his classes.... Are you finished yet?" I asked, perhaps with a little impatient tone.
Malendor... 07-09-03, 02:06 PM	Malendor closes the Book. "Just finished. Thanks for letting me look in it. Well I had better go back, got to send this stuff home." Malendor says bye as he walks out of the room and heads for his own. Once there he reads the note Star left and smiles. He writes a note, ties it all together, then Hands it to Buety. "Here you go dear, would you take that to my mother please?" Buety chirps and dissappears. Malendor climbs into bed, places his arms around Star's sleeping form and falls asleep.
Myranthor 07-09-03, 03:10 PM	With malendor out of my room, and tired of waiting for an answer that would not come, I left to Agudo's office, wondering if I would discover something - anything- about my new tutor. I knocked at Agudo's door, waiting for an answer.
Agudo Archmage 07-09-03, 06:36 PM	Myranthor sat in the Headmaster’s office Agudo was just poring him a cup of cinnamon tea. “So you want to know about your teacher Drindin, well he is on a fieldtrip with some Gnomes. He felt that going on a camping trip with the Gnomes, would help them focus on their studies; and less on making those wacky machines.” Agudo set down next to Myranthor in front of the fireplace. “So I expect him back anytime, Drindin said it would take about six days. But the good news is that Elminster left his very first spell book with me. He wanted me to give it to you when the time was right. Agudo scratches his head for a moment and hands the book to Myranthor. “This looks like as good as time as any, since your waiting for Drindin to show. It only goes up to level “two” but with practice and a little luck, you should have that down in about a year.” He sips the last of his tea and put the cup down. “ of course that’s assuming you have a few adventures during that time, so you can practice in combat.” Agudo smiles at Myranthor and added, “Take care of that spell book many a thief would gladly still it from you. Being that its Elminster first student spell book. I am sure its price in silver and gold, would be more than tempting for someone to kill you for it.” “But don’t worry its all part of being a mage, if its not your magic book, then its your rings or money purse, that a thief wants. Is their anything else I can help you with Myranthor?” :angel: (((OOC))) Drindin said he would be out for six days, so that he could go to camp. its almost up!:rolleyes:
Myranthor 07-09-03, 09:29 PM	( OOC:I know, but I am stil impatient to know what he does in his free time) "Thank you, Master Agudo. But, I would like more informations on this Drindin : who is he? what are his classes about? Why am I sent to him?"
Agudo Archmage 07-10-03, 02:06 AM	Agudo listens to Myranthor and his questions…… “Well Drindin says he wants to teach a class about order and mortality. Also discipline." He says Wee-Jas is the god of magic, death, and order. He specialize in magic and death. Drindin also says that Wee-jas is certainly no god of the light, but nor is he a god of the dark." "When you see him he has on a black robe and is a cleric with a symbol of weejas dangling on his neck. He looks like the brooding sort, and appears to be rather slim.” “Also this what he said in the guest book” Agudo hands a copy of the book to Myranthor to see. He signs the guest book as follows: Name: Drindin Class: Cleric of Wee-Jas Reason for showing up: Who knows? Who cares? We're all die eventually. We may be magical, psionic, obsessive, even lunatic, but we're only mortal
Myranthor 07-10-03, 08:53 AM	"How sympathic", I mumbled. "Thank you Master Agudo. My questions being answered, I wil wait for his return and study this book in the meantime. Thank you very much." But, when the door closed behind me, my mood changed rather drastically. o O (Yeah right, order and mortality. Either I learn to become stiif, and bored to death, or I become obsessed with the dead. And even if he says his godess is nor good nor evil, what about him? And what could such a class, a morbid class based ont he contorl of negative energy, could do to influecne me. I must not fail, and choose wrongly...) I smiled. o O (If that's the plan, they won't succeed. Such a crafty invention will unerve me so much that I will never absorb anything from him.) With these thoughts I went to my room, and then started to study Elminster's first spell bok.
Agudo Archmage 07-11-03, 01:22 PM	Lady Hoot was in the Chapel of Light talking to her new students, they all seemed willing to learn, on their first day. Lady Hoot flapped her white wings for a moment, and then spoke. “Now everyone I know your nervous but don’t be, the first day of school is always the most nerve racking for some. But I ask that you see this as an opportunity for new experiences. You will learn many wonderful things, from healing a mortal wound; to praying for divine guidance.” One of the students raised her hand, a “Nymph” with lovely blue hair. “Teacher will we learn to smite evil and cast of demons.?” The others looked on with wide eyes at the thought. “Lady Hoot smiled and shook her head. “Not until your second year of school I hope, but some of you may end up on an adventuring hike where it might come up” They all started to mumble to each other at the thought of adventure into unknown lands.
Branth 07-11-03, 01:39 PM	Having fun in the gym again, Branth is interupted by a note from home. After briefly reading he considers it and writes back. He then goes back to having fun.
Drindin 07-12-03, 11:45 AM	Drindin looks kharia in the eyes, his suddenly not as cold as usual, and he says. "So how have you enjoyed your stay at the school?"
Khaira 07-12-03, 04:21 PM	Oh, the hospitality is great. Being able to pass my knowledge on to other would-be bards is nice, but I'm not used to haveing a roof over my head. Odd as it sounds, it makes me a bit uncomfortable. I'm used to travelling, and fighitng or singing for a flea-bitten bed...sounds barbaric, I know, but that's life, isn't it? What about you? how has your stay been?
Drindin 07-12-03, 06:07 PM	"I'm more used to a stricter system of rules... so I had to design a new list of rules for my classroom. I, personally, think Agudo gives to much to his students. But that's just me. Their rooms are practically houses."
Agudo Archmage 07-12-03, 07:05 PM	The Headmaster wonders along enjoying the hustle bustle of the students, when he stumbles upon Drinndin and Khaira. He smiles at seeing his two new teachers getting along so well. “Greetings my knowledgeable coworkers, in the teaching of the young and the old. I am on my way to a meeting so I cant stay long, but I do have a question for Drindin. Myranthor a good student of ours has been assigned to your class, so that he may learn from you of your wisdom.” “ Elminster sadly was called away suddenly, but felt confident in your skills to handle someone like Myranthor. If your to busy to handle a new student then you will have to tell him yourself, for that is the rules of the school that all teachers dismiss the students in their class for whatever reason.” "But it is my hope that you will take him under your wing, for I think he could use a stern teacher such as yourself. Yet like I said it is up to you" Agudo gives a humble bow, smiles and winks at Khaira; “Have good day both of you” With that Agudo is off to his meeting and out the door.
Khaira 07-13-03, 12:10 AM	A wise man once told me, "There are two ways to rule a body; fear and respect. One increases morale and the other does not. Which one does which? That answer I will leave up to you."
Drindin 07-13-03, 12:52 AM	Drindin nods to Agudo. "I will take him in my class." He then turns to Kharia. "Yes, but I am not saying to scare them into knowledge. Just ask any of my students, my rules are in place not to frighten them, but to protect them, and maintain the orderly atmosphere most important to the magic being studied. But that wise man was indeed wise. I treat them with respect, but my house wasn't as nice as agudo's rooms. I just think he's a little over indulgent. But those are his views, and choices, not mine. I will let him run his school how he thinks it should be run. Now, Kharia, what brought you to this school? For me, I needed a job."
Agudo Archmage 07-13-03, 09:11 PM	Elvina Redwood returns after her long adventure, “what happen during that time?” she won’t say. Yet she is smiling at everyone in the lobby behind the granite desk at the Agudo School of light and Magic. Elvina is greeting everyone; and just happy to be back at her old job. When people walk up she asks them to sign the registry, the book ask for {Name and Title, Person here to see, or Class to be taken}
Khaira 07-13-03, 10:38 PM	She chuckles sleightly. Boredom? Luck? Chance? All of the above? To make a long story short, I was on the road after an adventure with AGudo. I actually happened upon this school, after hearing much about it. So i came, mainly to see Agudo and Hoot...he offered me the position of teacher of this class. I didn't have anything better to do, so I accepted... Now, I can't say that I regret it but...well, never mind,that's not important.She trails off into thought.
Drindin 07-14-03, 12:54 AM	Drindin did that rare thing once more, he smiled. "Well, I'm glad you stayed. I'm certainly glad I came, it's nice to be away from my other job...."
Malendor... 07-14-03, 01:08 PM	Malendor leaves for a short time, then comes back shortly after Elvina does. He won't say where he was but some how he has developed a limp and his attitude seems changed, almost happier then he was before, yet more quiet.. He catches up on all his classes and prepares for the birth of his children, thought the only one he talks to is Star Bright. Malendor also is avoiding Myranthor, when before they were close friends.
Drindin 07-14-03, 01:50 PM	A few months later, (when malendor and myranthor return).... drindin assists Reginald through the portal. The thickly bearded man in the fur cloak looked tired and torn, but seemingly glad just to be back in this plane.
Myranthor 07-14-03, 08:14 PM	When Elvina comes back in School, she seems alone. However, after a few seconds, I canceled my invisibility spell and allowed whoever was around to see me, walking with her, my arm around her waist. Everyone could see the passionated sile adorning my figure, and could see that we were whispering in each other ears, like children discussing about playing a prank. Elvina still seemed really weak, and I made it sure that her apth stayed empty of anyone. Ignoring where she stayed in the titanic that is our school, I brang her to Star Bright, asking her to take a vigilant eye on her and her health.
Agudo Archmage 07-14-03, 10:05 PM	The to girls talked and talked and .......well you got the idea. It was all about children this, and falling in love that, and....and....Malendor so wonderful, and Myranthor is so cute. Long into the night they spent, as if they had not seen each other in years. ((Elsewhere)) The Headmaster Agudo was in the class room, preparing the days {History on Magic class} "Now where did I out that Fire Wand?" ZAP! BANG "OH MY!" Agudo yelled as he jumped out of the way. "Well next time dont put it next to the "Dwarven Powder" :rolleyes: Agudo said to himself with some embarrasment.;) Lady Hoot was near by smiling, "It only took you two minutes this time to blow up something," Agudo opened a window to get the smoke out, and turned to his friend the wise white owl. "Oh very funny, it could have happen to anyone" He said with a chuckle.:D
Malendor... 07-14-03, 10:13 PM	Shortly after Malendor gets home he see's Myranthor bring Elvina to his and Star's room. Rather then risk a confrontation, or spoiling Star's surprise at seeing her old friend, Malendor retires to the Library. There he finds a out of the way corner to read, till early hours of the next day......
Myranthor 07-14-03, 10:40 PM	I stayed with the girls for a few time. Well, a few time may be an exaggeration. Let say that when they started speaking about the possible names for Star's children, I declined their proposition of helping them find these. "I guess it would fit more to have you," I said, looking at Star "as well as Malendor decide them by yourselves. We are not concerned with that." "But you're wrong. Youa re our friends, and I'd loove to hear your suggestions. Please Myr, we,re having so much fun. Just do like us!" "No, thank you. This...trip has been really hard for my nerves, and I'm dying to spend the next night getting to know my bed again. Perhaps we will spend the night trying to guess which bird's feathers are in my pillows...Such a delightful night in perspective. Damsels, we'll meet again tomorrow. " And, with a last gaze for Elvina, I left Star's room for my own. "So, what do you think?" I asked the bed. "Should the child be called Igor or Raymond?" However, the debate was horribly boring, and I fell asleep.
Drindin 07-14-03, 11:09 PM	Drindin made his way to myranthor (now that they have jumped four months ahead in time, could Kharia please e-mail me as to whether or not drindin and kharia have developed some romantic relation or not) and looked at him, and motioned for him to follow. "Myranthor, I need to speak to you for a moment... and no, it has nothing to do with the amount of studies you've missed in my class."
Myranthor 07-15-03, 07:32 AM	With a voice that some could have think came from a graveyard, I answered: "Hum, I was trying to deba...sleep. Can't this wait a little?" Then I remembered. I remembered that in front of me did not stood someone with whom you may talk or discuss. There was even words, among the school, saying his body was made of stone and his heart of the toughest adamantine. " Finally, I changed my mind : I'll come. Could you just wait for me behind the door and give me the time to dress a little?" Three minutes later, Drindin was speaking with a really sleepy Myranthor in his room.
Drindin 07-15-03, 10:32 AM	Drindin looked at myranthor. "What exactly happened on this little excursion? If I remember, you and malendor were good friends before you left? And where's kel'rea? Did she not leave with your group.... unless...."
Myranthor 07-15-03, 10:44 AM	"And this couldn't wait morning?" I asked, irritated. But I complied with Drindin's questions. It was also unlikely that I could fall asleep soon. "Kel'Rea... was temperamental. She was really instable, and after the first day of our trip she told me she had enough and wished to die. I tried to comfort her the best I could, and I found in her a great person, and a scarred but rich personnality. I fear that she may have fallen in love with me. I wasn't indifferent either, but I had to remember about Elvina, the goal of our excursion. I guess this is what caused Kel'Rea to left us. I don't know what happened to her next. Then, concerning Malendor, I also noticed he was a little more distant than usually. But is not that normal? We just came back from a dangerous and tough trip, and we need some time to relax and rest. You know, it is important, during such times, to have a little solitude, so you can build up the energy you left behind you in the face of dangers. "
Agudo Archmage 07-16-03, 02:17 AM	An Hour into the class, Several students wanted two know the comparison of the “Unicorn Run” and the “Lost Magic” story. The Headmaster took a drink of water before speaking. “Well students as I said the “Unicorns” are natures magic, and they are bound with the forest that they enchant. When the Unicorns leave the forest it causes the enchantment to fade. Like “Water to a Flower” or for the future poets out there” Agudo winks “Love and Romance; they both just go together.” “Now as far as “Lost Magic” you can find many reasons throughout history about this subject. Some say that the planets “Polarity” changes, that causes magic to fade.” “Others however point out that “Magic Dampening” devices can be made. Just ask any powerful wizard, who has lost a battle to a lesser foe. The point is my students, is that “Unicorns and Magic” are in a “Symbiosis,” like “Fire and Air” for “Magic” to exist it needs Unicorns and others like it.” Agudo looked at the sands in the hourglass, and realized it was time to stop for the day. “Ok Students don’t forget to read the Matrix of Xanido tonight.” The Dwarfs, Angels, Elvis and Gnomes all piled out the door, as Agudo wished them well on their day. :angel:
Good Knight 07-16-03, 11:47 PM	Good Knight waited at the "Lobby" he seemd to be looking for someone, and walked back and forth as he did so. ( He said he woiuld come today. didnt he?) The Knight thought as he looked at some of the art work on the walls of the School lobby. Just the Joan arived and gave him a hug, "Relax nothing has gone wrong, today is the day for you and your father to see each other after all this time" Good Knight smiled back "I know, its just, well ist been so long since I joined the "Order of Righteousness" Joan laughed "I understand, but like I said relax" The two friends waited together.
Drindin 07-16-03, 11:55 PM	"I've been in many a fight, Myranthor. Too many. I know how you two must feel, so I'll leave you now.... by the way, we're trying to cover the death touch, you'll have to ask one of your classmates to show you..." With that, the 'Stone Man' stalked off into the darkness, seeming almost to disappear as his robes fluttered softly in an un-felt breeze.
Myranthor 07-17-03, 10:34 AM	When I woke up, the morning after this rather troubled night, the first thing I did was to go to the school library in order to get back everything I could about the death touch thing Drindin mentionned. I was rather curious about what it was... (OOC: Drindin, could you give me, either here or by email, what it is exactly, and hat Ic an find about it? Thanks)
Drindin 07-17-03, 12:08 PM	When Myranthor did research, he found what he was looking for in a clerical tome. Death Touch is an ability acheived by clerics in the death domain. It is said that they have the ability to put a dieing victim out of their misery by dealing a bit of minor damage to put them over the threshold between this world and the next. ((Uh.... it's somewhere in the players guide, I'm just not sure where))
Myranthor 07-17-03, 03:24 PM	...ability to put a dieing victim out of their misery by dealing a bit of minor damage to put them over the threshold between this world and the next. o O ( What a cruel way of thinking. Wouldn't be simpler to give positiv energy instead of negative energy to the dying? Doing this would stop the blood loss, and it may be possible to heal the subject as soon as the concerned cleric prays again. There must something that escapes me in this logic... But, remember this is Mr. cold-faced, I-am-as-emotionally-capable-as-a-stone-in-a-carrier who told you to study about that. Why did I have to stumble upon HIM? Why, if I am to be Chosen by either Good or Evil, do I have to study death and its ramifications? Who says death says undeath, and then negative energy, and then Evil. Why would Elminster send me to such a "mentor". A test of faith? You promised yourself not to think too much. Let's just stop studying this crap for today, and wait until next class. I just need to prepare something beforehand....) I left the library, and headed to the alchemy laboratory.
Malendor... 07-18-03, 10:28 AM	The next day Malendorheads to the cafetira for a quick bite to eat before going to class.....
Agudo Archmage 07-19-03, 12:14 PM	The Headmaster was on stage in the cafeteria, "Now students don’t forget to come to the dance to night, for I know how much you love to study, and may let this slip your mind" The place full of people comes alive with laughter at Agudo's joke. "I am happy to give you a taste of to night music, by giving you the seven Dwarfs" Agudo moves out of the way to show, a line of Dwarfs with different musical instruments. The place goes crazy students run up to the stage to see the famous Dwarven band. One of the Dwarfs walks in front of the others and speaks. "Ya all know me as Grumpy" the students scream "GRUMPY" The Dwarf continues "Let me introduce just a few of my brothers, this Dopey" The students scream his name as well "And this is Doc, Sneezy, Bashful, Sleepy,......And.........BOB" The students go wiled for BOB....because everyone always likes a guy named BOB. ;) "Now our first song is.... Snow White and Little Red Ridding Hood :invasion: :love: :bounce: :pile:
Malendor... 07-19-03, 01:50 PM	When he enters the room, he see's and hears the band starting up. With a sigh he limps down the corridors in search of a quieter place to sit and eat...... ((COOL Idea! :cool: This school could use a little enterainment. Don't mind Malenor's responses, he's....odd..... at the moment :twitch: ))
Drindin 07-19-03, 02:39 PM	Drindin, lost in thought was walking down the hallway, hears the music, and, for some reason, forgets all that's going on around him just to sneer... And ends up running straight into malendor with an 'Oof!'
Malendor... 07-20-03, 08:41 AM	As he limps down the corridor Malendor suddenly gets ran into, throwing him off balance. Putting his hand on the wall to prevent himself from falling, he growls at the person who ran into him. Seeing the person is more interested in sneering at the music then where he's going, Malendor starts to limp away....
Khaira 07-20-03, 04:24 PM	Khaira wanders into her room and sits at her desk. "That Drindin...he is interesting...but he is also so ... cold and detached. Almost as if he doesn't care, but yet he does. Is that just another shield he has put up? How many of us put shields up like he has? Why has he singled me out? And why do I feel so...Why so many questions? She stands up and belts her blades on, tucking her harp into the carrying pouch at her back. She writes a note and pins it on her door. "I shall be back in a day. I have gone for a little...excursion. To whomever may be reading this...fare thee well. [I]She wanders down through the School and finally, looking back, she walks out the Gates for a little excursion. Whistling sharply,she sees Swiftwing, her faithful Roc and steed, some soaring out of the sky. Without looking back nor a second thought, she mounts and flies off into the blue yonder.
Agudo Archmage 07-21-03, 08:24 PM	Lady Hoot sees Khaira fly away and prays for a safe journy for her. She also hears the music in the cafeteria and works her way there. It seemed to be a very popular band playing. But that was not why she was there, Lady Hoot wanted to find Manlendor. “Now where did he go?” she said to know one in particular. With that she flew off to find her young student.
Good Knight 07-23-03, 11:55 PM	Joan sits next Good Knight in the Library, as he reads a small book. “So don’t be shy, how did your visit with your father go?” Joan asks with a curies smile. Good Knight puts down his book and leans back in his chair, as others in the library walked by. “It went better than I thought, he still wants me to become a cobbler; like his father before him and so on. But he was pleased to see how well I am doing, as a knight.” Joan looked at the book Good Knight was reading. “How to be a successful shoe maker by the god Nike?” My fathers gift, Good Knight laughed.:rolleyes:
Agudo Archmage 07-25-03, 07:40 PM	The day was coming to an end, and the students had just finished their last classes. As the Headmaster made his way through the hallways of the school, he came upon Elvina Redoak. "Greetings my friend, how goes the enchanting Elvina?" She was talking with a friend, when she heard Agudo and turn to see the wizard. With her forever large smile, and sparkling eyes, Elvina grabs the arm of Agudo; and walks off with him to the lobby. She laughs a little, and bids him to come see what she has made. A few minutes latter, Agudo and Elvina come to the school lobby. He looks around, but cant see anything different. Elvina turns her head to look at Agudo, causing her long red hair to lean to one side. She taps her foot for a second, and then points to her desk. Agudo smiles and nods his head. "Oh my, yes well, I think it a good idea. On the granite desk is her name, in silver plated lettering. With the words written under it, in smaller letters. {Sign in! Or see if the fable tale of angry red heads is true.} Agudo thought to himself, oO"Well ever since her adventure she has had a slight temper. I wonder If I should ask the boys about what realy happen"Oo
Drindin 07-26-03, 02:30 AM	Just like that, the cold, presence of Drindin is felt behind agudo, as he moved in, silent as a shadow. "I did. They will not speak of it, though it sounds as though many good people died... and many hurt for matterless reasons. It hurts me to think of it... but death, death is part of the Great Cycle. A cleric of my patron once made a comment about githyanki, 'They may be psionic, obsessive, even lunatic, but they are still mortal'. Even dragons die eventually, wether felled by sword or sickness." Drindin let that sink in a bit, before moving to a lighter topic. "Have you heard the latest rumours about me? Apparently, I am now a well made machine that you created to frighten my students and make them into machines as well. Apparently, my body is granite, and my heart is adamntine. Though a few people, I've noticed, can make my heart flesh once more."
Malendor... 07-26-03, 10:29 AM	Malendor finally finds a quiet place to sit alone with his thoughts, the garden behind the school. Few people ever go there so Malendor knows he be alone for as long as he wishes to be. He sits and watches the wild life around him.......
Agudo Archmage 07-27-03, 09:57 PM	Lady Hoot is able to track dowm Malendor, but waits as she sees him hiding in the garden. "He does seem to be upset about something" Lady Hoot lands on a tree branch and thinks about if she should bother her student.
Agudo Archmage 07-27-03, 10:00 PM	Agudo can since Drindin and turns to see him, "Well Drindin you seem to know something about, what been going on with the students. Would you care to share a little with me?"
Drindin 07-28-03, 03:06 AM	"I know only this much... Kel'rea... whoever she was... as well as John and Mark... whoever they were.... Are all dead. Malendor and Myranthor had some sort of a misunderstanding, judging by the way they've been acting, but they claim it's only that 'they need some time apart after the adventure' I highly doubt it... some of the clerics who helped them out say they were a full ten kilometers apart when found. Malendor and Reginald were found together... Joan, Elvina, and Myranthor found together, though it would seem that Malendor and Reginald were involved in some huge fight against a pack of blue dragons."
Agudo Archmage 07-28-03, 12:15 PM	“My, my this is an intriguing story” the Headmaster says as he snaps his fingers, and begins to float in front of Drindin; in a seated position, just a few feet off the ground. “I can only imagine the problems they had while gone, that would cause them to loose their friendship.” Agudo thought for a moment, then looked back at Drindin. “Do you know anything else?”
Drindin 07-28-03, 02:15 PM	Drindin bowed and spoke. "I know nothing else, oh master Agudo, but whatever I do find out, you shall be the first to hear of it."
Agudo Archmage 07-28-03, 07:38 PM	Agudo wipes a tear from his eye, at how humble Drindin is. ;) "Yes of course you have been very helpful and thank you again my friend.":angel:
Myranthor 07-29-03, 05:44 PM	From an open door, you see a strange creature coming next to you. The creature is not strange by itself : its presence is strange, for animals are pretty rare in the school. It was a raven, pitch-black. Flying majestically above the students' heads, he noticed Agudo and Drindin. He came down, sinking his claws on Agudo's shoulders. It then turned to Drindin and asked: "My master sent me to speak to you. He wonders when will your next class be, as it will be his first class with you. What should I tell him?" The raven curves his head suddenly, as if he was curious about who Drindin is.
Pug archmage of Stardock 07-29-03, 06:19 PM	Blows doors open with a gust of wind to the cathedril walks him heavy boots resinateing sound with every step aproches the desk of the elf ice blue robe trailing hard voice echoing Where is Agundo ?
Agudo Archmage 07-29-03, 11:09 PM	The scarecrow caught Agudo by surprise, and not only that but it was taking to Drindin. As Agudo was thinking of casting the all powerful spell ((Scare Crow)) ;) The doors to the Cathedral Lobby burst open and in walks……… PUG! Elvina Redoak smiles and pleasantly welcomes the new wizard. “Greeting honorable mage. Would you be so kind as to sign are guest book and I will tell the Headmaster you are here to see him.. The book says as follows….. 1 Name and title? 2 Race? 3 who are you here to see? 4 Are you here for a class, job or visit?
Drindin 07-30-03, 01:06 AM	Drindin glances at a water clock. "The class begins in a couple of minutes. I shall be waiting, and inform your Myranthor, young familiar, that he need not attend class if he wishes, but may, if he chooses, have private tutelage in which I will tell him all I was taught about magic in my ordation of a priest to Wee-Jas, goddess of death and magic."
Myranthor 07-30-03, 09:14 AM	The familiar stopped speaking, as if he was communicating within itself. It was deeply concentrated. Then, he looked back at Drindin. "He says he's honored. He says he will probably attend both, and that he is on his way for your class. I shall join him now. Goodbye." Flying away of his perch, the little bird soared through the crowded room, relieved to leave the area surrounding the agressive Pug.
Arutha Prince of Krodor 07-30-03, 05:42 PM	pug will be here soon there are some items that need his attention
Pug archmage of Stardock 07-30-03, 07:45 PM	smoke fills the catheadril out of the smoke pug walks out pointing his finger at the regristration parchment it fills with his information as the smoke dissipitaes pug is gone also besises info this is also there agundo i will be here 10pm{boards time}
Agudo Archmage 07-31-03, 12:54 PM	Agudo sees Puk leave but is happy that he will be back soon. He then starts to check on the lobby and all its art. Many students ask about who made them all. "Well you see pupils, they are made by lots of.......... Agudo was having a good day with his school :angel: (((OOC Puk its cool if you want to post when you can, its met that way anyway, and thanks for comeing))
???? 07-31-03, 08:40 PM	disreguard
Gladius_Lucix 07-31-03, 08:47 PM	*A small kender walks into the Cathedral* Hello? Anyone here? *ambles through the Cathedral, looking for anyone interesting to talk to*
Agudo Archmage 08-01-03, 12:07 AM	As Agudo looks over from the desk in the lobby, he sees a (Kender) person asking for help. Agudo walks over and smiles brightly at the new friend. "Greetings and may I welcome you into the Light. What may I do for you on this bright day":angel:
Gladius_Lucix 08-01-03, 05:04 PM	Hello! *the Kender extends his hand for a handshake* I'm Gladius. What's your name? What do you have in your pouches?
Agudo Archmage 08-01-03, 11:41 PM	Agudo gives a slight bow to the Kender. "If you are in need of food, then I will be happy to help you. Yet as far as things to have..... on me....well lets just say, that the Light gives all that I need." Agudo smiles at the little man Gladius. "May I offer you the way of the Light my friend. The Light will give you more than coin or other things. You will have freedom from the sins of this world." :angel:
Drindin 08-02-03, 08:02 PM	Drindin entered into his classroom, the gnomes suddenly hushing as he does so. "We have covered all the basics of law magic... today we will be covering the darker side. Now, if you are squeemish, or don't in anyway enjoy death, I would suggest you leave now."
Agudo Archmage 08-02-03, 08:22 PM	As word death is mentioned, you could hear whispering from the giddy gnomes. One razed her hand, she had on a cute red hat and blue trousers, with be white flower on top. “Can we build a flesh Golem? Or maybe take a cat and use the magic, to make it smaller, so it fits into our machine over there. Just on the side of the wall is a gizmo, a strange machine that’s looks like a Cat-A-Pult :rolleyes: but much smaller.
Drindin 08-02-03, 09:02 PM	Drindin looked at the gnomes. "If you wish to make something smaller... go under tutelage by a transmuter. If you wish to make a flesh golem, go talk to a conjurer on how to summon an earth spirit, and then attened either healing classes or sculpting classes to learn how to put the parts together. In this class, we learn the art of death... the art of bending this particular part of the great circle known as death. All things die, eventually. Wether felled by sword, sickness or age, all things die. As I said before, in the first class, if you cannot be responsible, then I will have you transferred out of this class. Now more than ever before. The following classes will get increasingly darker... and I can only assume that the deeper we get in, the more of you will leave. Once we are finished the first degree of the Death sphere ((ooc: As in, first level character wise)) we will go onto the second degree of the Law sphere. And onto the second degree death, and so on and so forth." He let in all he had said sink in, and awaited the response of the, surprisingly eager gnomes.
Khaira 08-02-03, 10:05 PM	With a swoosh, Khaira and her Roc swoop back onto the ground and outside the school.She dismounts and strokes Swiftwing, saying a few words...her valiant steed soars into the blue yonder once again. As she walks back into the school, she begins talking to herself... "I have so much left to do in my life...my plans were so perfect...what am I doing here? Who am I? I don't know that I even know anymore....Will I die a short-lived, unsuccessful bard? What will people remember me by? Khaira, the Bard who never did anything. This is so dull...teaching is not for me....why did Agudo put me in this position? All I ever was was an adventurer....not a bard...." Still talking to herself, Khaira walks into her room and shuts the door quietly, sitting down at her desk, looking forlorn, as she msues about her Life's Path...
Drindin 08-02-03, 10:23 PM	Drindin hears the woosh of Kharia's Roc taking a landing. The sound of the bard's mighty steed almost made Drindin crack a small smile. Almost. If he wasn't so busy at the time, he would have, but he was busy teaching.
Agudo Archmage 08-03-03, 01:45 AM	The Gnomes all look at each other, some what perplexd. Do to the fact that they thought Flesh Golems were made of body parts. The same Gnome asks another question. "Um....Tech ....what is a Flesh Golem made of if not from dead people?"
Drindin 08-03-03, 02:56 AM	"I've fought a few in my life time. If you wish, I could explain further. A flesh golem is, indeed, made from body parts. But, since it is made from the body parts of different humanoids, it is in of itself, more or less, a sculpture, not an undead. It is controled by an unwilling earth elemental trapped inside it. Now, can we continue on with our lesson?"
Agudo Archmage 08-03-03, 12:33 PM	The Gnomes in the classroom grin from ear to ear, at the idea that their wise teacher gave them. Several of the Gnome, can be heard talking about the unwilling Elemental inside the Golem. “After class can we put the cat inside a Golem?” A young boyish Gnome asked. But the others shushed him, so that the teacher could continue and give other great ideas.
Drindin 08-03-03, 01:58 PM	"After class... you will be going to your next class. Let us get on with our lesson! Now, all of you, settle down! Today, we learn about a basic death-sphere ability.... touch of death."
Myranthor 08-03-03, 05:02 PM	Drindin noticed a noticeable exception in the class. In the back, a sun elf, pretty occupied at ignoring his co-students, looked at his teacher with a pretty bored look.
Drindin 08-04-03, 01:32 AM	((sorry, agudo... I just need to get this lesson on :P)) At the sound of drindin's noticeably irritated look, the gnomes hushed. "Touch of death... an ability used mostly on incapacitated opponents... though some people, in my experience, often ask to have it used on themselves... mostly to 'Die With Dignity'. It will require that you must embrace this... darker side... of the life-death spectrum as a natural thing that we must all succumb at some point... despite belief to the contrary... all things die as I've said over and over again. The touch of death will require that this darkside is brought to the surface, you must WILL it to happen. "You MUST not fear death yourself. I'm not saying to like it... I'm saying DON'T FEAR it."
Agudo Archmage 08-04-03, 12:42 PM	As Drindin teaches his class on life and death, Agudo can be seen walking the grouds. "Yes thats a wonderful Idea Elvina Redoak, We could put a "Hospice" on the school grounds." ((Elsewhere)) Lady Hoot looked on at Malendor, just keeping an eye on the sad student. Who seems very isolated as of late.
Myranthor 08-04-03, 05:31 PM	A voice raised from the class, as a student that I won't even name asked a question the teacher would, he hoped, ind quite problematic. "I understand the point of accepting deathas a finality. It is even wise to be able to accept you're own death - when it has to happen. However, is not to learn a way of dying without suffering some kind of fatal temptation? If you can still survive, you need to strice, to go forward until you are ultimately stopped. The acceptance of death, the way I see it, is to bear no grudge against The scythe that will comme and cut the strings holding us back down here, and not to learn how to wield this scythe by ourselves. Why do we have to master such an act, while we could learn how to create remedies, or even items meant for healing, giving a new sense for what most would call a doomed existence?"
Drindin 08-04-03, 05:40 PM	Drindin nodded. "Indeed such remedies are to be given to those who ask. You would be surprised, however, to hear how many good of heart that would even follow the path I follow. I may not be one of them, but indeed, many such as yourself, Myranthor, follow this path. And, indeed, that same question as been asked many a time 'Why follow the path of death when we should look for a way to save people?'. Especially at the very begining. But ask yourself this: Would you heal a murderer who has intentionally killed hundreds of people, and intends to kill more if he lives? What serves the greater good? Healing ONE MAN who will kill thousands, or finishing off that one man to save the masses? Killing one person, Myranthor, I'm sure you know, a fellow adventurer yourself, can save hundreds, thousands, even millions. So, death can be used for the forces of good, and towards the forces of order, as is in my case. I keep the peace, you uphold justice, but either way, we may, if we choose to, wield the scythe. And, as well, we are messengers of our gods. Mine is wee-jas, goddess of death and magic. A keeper of order. I follow her path of death and order. Besides that, there is more to this path than meets the eye... such as the fear spell used quite often. If you don't wish to kill your foe, than scaring them off is just as good. And with the right practice... it can be done."
Myranthor 08-04-03, 06:04 PM	Myranthor's gaze locked in Drindin's. His face, still, remained motionless. o O ( If I really had to kill a villain I wouldn't wait for you to teach me about this. I would toast him until he,s too hot for a red dragon to bite, freeze him until his own liver explodes within himself, or summon a banshee to eat him from the inside. I have nothing to learn from you ; I must not let myself be tainted with the sway of your many speeches.) I joined my hands, seemingly ready to continue the lesson.
Drindin 08-04-03, 11:47 PM	Drindin spared a glance at the water clock, and, though ready to continue his speech, saw it was already time to dismiss. "Class, DIS-MISSED." He commanded. Then, he took a small glance at myranthor. "Except for you Myranthor, you may stay if you wish."
Malendor... 08-05-03, 01:13 PM	Sitting, staring at nothing, Malendor continues his lonely vigalance in the garden. He looks down at his hands and a ball of flame appears in each of them. He runs the flaming balls along the knuckles of his fingures, weaving intricate patterns with them. Suddenly he smashes the two balls together, causing an explosion thats sets the gardens on fire. He walks into the blazing inferno, unscathed by the heat and flames. The flames seem to follow him as he walks, licking at his feet like a dog would it's master. He leaves the garden and heads for a clearing where he sits cross legged in the middle with his eyes closed. The flames also leave the garden, though strangly enough the only burned places are where Malendor's feet touched the ground. The flames gather onto Malendor, bathing him in thier heat. Malendor seems to be burning, but utters no sound, no clue to the pain he feels............ ((OOC: This is kind of a lead up to something I'm debating on doing. The timeline on it would be after Malendor and Stars' babies are born. I'm trying to add a little depth to this character, Malendor is my favorite of all the ones I play. I let you know if I decide to do it or not and wither it changes Malendor or not. Untill then, enjoy the moddy Malendor, and react how you will!))
Agudo Archmage 08-05-03, 04:27 PM	Lady Hoot sees the fire and the moody Malendor and thinks its time to talk. She flys to Malendor and lands near him. without waiting she talks to him "I see you have something to think about, but maybe its time to open up to a friend" She comes closer to him "I could be that friend if you will it"
Khaira 08-05-03, 06:07 PM	Khaira sits at her desk, composing a new ballad when suddenly she realizes she is much late (again) for her class She pushes her chair back and stands up, gathering up her harp, notebook, and other lesson plans. Now prepared, she walks out of her room and to her class downstairs. As she enters her class, she looks around at the pupils and strides to the front of the room, setting her harp and books down on her nicely organized desk. She takes a seat at her desk, and looks again at the pupils. "Class, I have no lesson plans set for today. Instead, I thought today we would have an open-ended class. So...does anyone have questions, comments, or rants to contribute? Or perhaps artword, new productions, anything of that sort? Now is your chance...who wants to go first?"
Malendor... 08-05-03, 06:30 PM	o O(Friend! Yah right, dragon's have no friends.) Lady Hoot doesn't hear this, instead she gets blasted with emotions. Hurt, anger, and pain are the prominate ones, but she can also feel his confusion. Some part of him, the part of him thats still normal, doesn't understand what's going on, doesn't understand why he's like this. Lady Hoot gets a quick glimps of this before she's pushed out of his mind again. Suddenly the heat gets more inense, the light to much to handel. With a bright flash the heat and fire is gone.....but so is Malendor. A burned ring in the middle of the clearing is all that marks the passage of his presence. When Lady Hoot returns to the school she see's him in the hall, walking to class like nothing ever happened!
Agudo Archmage 08-05-03, 06:55 PM	Lady Hoot sees Malendor and follows him some more, but this time not talking just looking.
Agudo Archmage 08-05-03, 06:58 PM	“The students talk about the world in general and about traveling and could they go on a fieldtrip. One student a gene raises his hand “Can we take a fieldtrip some place for Bards?”
Khaira 08-05-03, 08:51 PM	Sure - any particular place? I'm open to suggestions everyone.
Agudo Archmage 08-05-03, 10:13 PM	The students all smile and reply all at once. "A TAVERN!";)
Malendor... 08-05-03, 10:14 PM	Malendor grins as he walks into class mid-discusion. "How about some place you've been Khaira? Someplace where the whole class could study the local population and express what they see?" Malendor seems happy and content..... Watching him, Lady Hoot can't help but wonder why he's so normal now.......
???? 08-05-03, 10:23 PM	walks in and just takes a minute to look around looks to see if anyone is around
Khaira 08-05-03, 11:14 PM	She smirks at Malendor. "Gee, Malendor, what's this? Only 6 times late this week. That's under your record. What's going on?" She grins and winks. "As to someplace I've been...or a tavern....how about you, Malendor? Where do you want to go? And as for the rest of you class...why on earth where would you want to go into a grime-filled, drunk-infested place like a tavern?"
Malendor... 08-06-03, 09:55 AM	Malendor smircks "I'm trying to set a good example, after all I'm going to be a dad soon. And I agree with my class mates, a tavern sounds great!" Malendor's smirck seems good natured, but there's a sinister glint to his eyes that doesn't seem to be his own, normal look....... ((OOC: Ok, I figured out what I want to do with him. If his class does go on a field trip to a Tavern, I'll explain my plan better then.))
Gene_Kynes 08-06-03, 05:41 PM	To some, he would be considered odd in a school of The Light. To others, his presence made perfect sense. As for him...he was unsure why he was even here. Arriving a few days ago, he managed to even meet a few... people. He dared not call them friends. His features were deep black hair that was never dirty or unkept, but managed to get in the way of his blue gaze at times. His skin was pale when he first arrived, but..he managed to gain some color onto his flesh. His usual attire consisted of black, dark blue, or gray clothing. His clothing consisted of a relatively new shirt, underneath which a white undershirt, both tucked into black pants. If one saw him at a time of strife, they'd notice he keeps a fencing sabre along his belt, a finely crafted weapon of ill origin, the blade reflecting no light despite it's highly polished dark surface. For now, a mastercraft Lute is strung to his side, at the top of the strings a depiction of a harlequin is visible, a mask of both tragedy and comedy in ebony and ivory. Despite his dark, almost brooding. appearence, he's quite cheerful with others who're brave enough to speak with him. His age, roughly in his twenties, made him feel uncomfortable being considered a "student"...and yet, he is. Sitting in the class, after passing a suggestion, he watches Malendor and Kharia silently. He hums faintly, experimenting with piecing together the rest of one of his Requiems. (( Agudo, er...if y'don't mind, I sorta took advantage of your naming of the student in the following: One student a gene raises his hand “Can we take a fieldtrip some place for Bards?”". If you do mind this, then jus' tell me and I'll edit this into a much less bold post. ;) ))
Agudo Archmage 08-07-03, 01:59 AM	((OOC Good to have you and I am sure the other Bards are as well.)) :angel: The Headmaster Agudo happens to walk by, and sees the large class of Bards and smiles. .Agudo thinks to himself oO’ well Khaira seems to be very popular, and her class is full of motivated students. ’Oo Many of the students talk about the ideas that they have. Some would like to put on a play or start a band. Agudo is impressed at the good ideas, and continues to listen outside the door.
Khaira 08-07-03, 04:17 PM	(It seems like my post was lost in cyberspace - if this ends up being a double, ignore) Well, class, I will take a gande at my maps after class and see what I can turn up. If there aren't too many blood-thirsty places/w taverns, I'm sure we could visit a place that I've been to before. Say, Gene, what about you? You suggested a field trip, but you haven't suggested anyplace...where would you like to go? I'm sure, also, we could maybe go to Pern and Krynn to take in the various cultures. The possiblities are endless, as are the sources of transportation that I have planned! She grins that dazzling, mischevious smile. By the way class, I have a notice. I hope you all have been studying and listening hard, because after we get back from this fieldtrip, we will have a quarterly test! Also, just to warn you all, I don't know how happy Master Agudo would be if he found out that I was planning on taking a mass of students on a world-wide excursion...so I still have to go speak with him about this. Perhaps, too, he has suggestions of places to go...or maybe he would even want to come with! Well, any other topics of conversation class?
Gene_Kynes 08-08-03, 10:33 PM	As his daydream of a symphony that would most likely need an entirely tuning to his lute fades, Gene looks to Khaira, and blinks. "...Hmm. Sadly, my unsilvered tongue cannot name all of the places of interest I've heard of upon the continent of Faerun, and still form the words to do them justice." He offers a small smile, and some might've noticed that his expression's never succeed this, what would cause a laugh simply dampens out to a small chuckle. "And if you'd rather the class had a...more exotic trip, I've heard the Outer Planes're rather nice. Well, in minority, that is. I trust we haven't frustrated you enough to deserve a one-way trip to the Abyss, have we?" He gives a small, playful grin, that eventually fades back into a mask of melancholic expression. Satisfied with his answer, he leans back slightly in his seat, stretching, before looking back to the Harpist.
Agudo Archmage 08-10-03, 12:22 PM	Agudo walks away from Khaira class a messenger arrives. “Why thank you” Agudo opens up the letter, and has a look of surprise on his face. “Well this is something new” The Headmaster walks quickly to his office. Lady Hoot returns to the Cathedral of Light down stairs, and talks with the school nurse about Malendor. She also is thinking about contacting his mom. But has not decided
Myranthor 08-11-03, 11:04 PM	I stood up from my hard, wooden chair, and walked in the hollow class next to Drindin. His presence was pretty disturbing. I almost felt a chilling breeze as I approached him, and his appearance could only make me think of him as a golem or another strange creature, escaped from the Clockwork Nirvana of Mechanus. "What did you have to tell me, teacher?"
Drindin 08-12-03, 04:27 AM	Drindin looked up, and noticed Myranthor's shiver as he approached, smiling inside, but not on the out. "I may not know much about magic... but I do know that tapping the weave is easier than reading from books. I was taught how... but I didn't have the gift, but I think you do. If you want, I could teach you how."
Myranthor 08-12-03, 09:54 AM	o O ("I may not know much about magic... but I do know that tapping the weave is easier than reading from books. " What, is he illiterate? He wants to teach me how...I guess that everything I did up to now was created sing mirrors in my sleeves.) My face, however, stayed straight and didn't betray my ironic train of thoughts. In fact, I managed to say with a perfectly clear voice. "Indeed, I would be please to see that happen. "
Gene_Kynes 08-14-03, 05:19 PM	As his thoughts drifted seemingly aimlessly, Gene's eyes seemed to focus on a single stone in the wall past the Harpist, allowing a single glipse of his more etheral gaze before he snaps back to an active state of mind. Half-raising his hand, he asks for permission to take leave of the classroom, sliding in a mildly convincing excuse to do so. If he's given permission, he leaves at a casual walk; rate one that would ordinarily not draw suspect to him. Except for the fact that he left the one that seems to matter the most in his life in the classroom, his lute. Roaming through the halls, Gene proceeds to try and track down Headmaster Agudo, mumuring: "I don't see why it shouldn't work..." as he passes one of the younger students. Heading to the man's office, Gene vigorously knocks. "Headmaster?"
Agudo Archmage 08-14-03, 10:17 PM	Working hard in his office with his feet propped up on his desk. Agudo was in deep thought and snoring could be heard. Just then someone knocked on the door. "What?....HUH!....(BAM!) Agudo falls out of his seat. "Oh my," He pulls himself up and straightens his cloths. "The door is open, enter if you will"
Gene_Kynes 08-15-03, 12:50 AM	True, my status is maddening. And I may be suspended all together for such a bold move...but...love and fortune favors the bold, does it not? Gene slips in, his cloak swirlling dramatically around him as he turns to close the door. As he looks towards Agudo, he takes a deep breath. Moving slowly towards the Archmage; Gene offers a humble bow, holding it for a moment before straightening once more. "Headmaster Agudo, if I may." If allowed to speak, Gene continues. "You understand my age, do you not? And you do understand my obvious resentment at being called a student...a...a pupil, which leads one to only wonder where I wasted my earlier years, ah?" Brushing away black hair that seems so dark that is absorbs, then radiates the light from his eye, Gene then continues with his statement. "I...I come before you, in hopes that you will accept my request to become a...teacher, in this school, whilst still being a student within my new profession. I know...I know, this may seem power-hungry, and overly ambitious, yet it strains my pride to consider myself a student, aimlessly learning what I already know, save for the occaisonal bardic class, or history on epics that were hidden by time's sands. The...Wee-Jasian class...well, I can explain my recent abscence from that class..." "I suppose you're praying that my prattling will end soon, ah? Well...if you wish to know...what I could possibly teach." He closes his eyes briefly, as if to say something that carries much weight upon his mind. "...Where there is light, there will be darkness. And the shadows are the barriers between. I would gladly offer to teach the skills of Shadowdancing, using the skills of an Outlaw to manipulate a magical device and of course, what to do when one cannot rely on magery, then Illusion and Enchantment. My skills are varied, yet seem to stick to the same generalization...the same way a shadow, a rogue, an assassin, and a bard seem completely different in a way, yet the same all together. And as for my services...I...ask of no payment." And...with what needed saying said, Gene hopefully awaits the man's answer.
Agudo Archmage 08-15-03, 12:48 PM	The Headmaster scratches his head for a moment and then shrugs. “That’s a wonderful idea, you may be a student teacher. I give you permeation to start as soon as you wish. Just go to the fourth floor, you will already find your name on the classroom door.” Agudo then sits back down and smiles at the new Student-teacher. “Will you need any supplies, or anything else in your endeavors of Knowledge?”
Gene_Kynes 08-15-03, 01:30 PM	He blinks at Agudo...as if disbelieving his answer. Masking the overflow of relief behind a simple...smile, he nods. "Erm...I'll...need some things." And with that, he bows to Agudo, who suddenly finds a piece of black parchment written with silver ink before him. Gene gives a small grin, before turning and stepping back outside. ...Student Teacher...Hmm... Meanwhile, if Agudo chooses to read the dark paper, it reads in an exotic hand: Requirements for class: Thirty-Two Rapiers Silken Rope, (Five loops.) Permission to the Arcane Vault. (Limited, of course.) Permission to use Spell Component Storage Rooms Everything else will be provided by me. The list seems quite brief. As Gene can't help but...let a little bit of Shadowjumping "slip" as he suddenly appears back outside the hallway to Khaira's class...perhaps worrying everyone in the room as he has a bright smile on his face. He keeps quiet, and slips into his seat, the smile resisting the amazing urge to fade behind a mask of melancholy.
Drindin 08-15-03, 09:52 PM	Drindin began to teach myranthor how to tap the weave. He told him to concentrate, and to feel for the source of magic in his soul. He told him he'll know when he feels it, and when he does, to try and feel the weave flowing around him, etc. etc. It went on like this for an hour. When the hour had passed, drindin looked at myranthor. "If you're succesful in practicing this art, you shouldn't give up your book magic altogether, you should still train in it. You'll just become all the more powerful.
Agudo Archmage 08-16-03, 12:39 PM	The Headmaster smiles, and gives orders to help the new teacher with his classroom needs. "Well he seems like someone who wants to do more with his life." Agudo then shuts his eyes and goes back to thinking. People walking by the office can hear light snoring, comeing through the door.
Gene_Kynes 08-17-03, 12:46 AM	(( Heh, this is a bit of explaination of his next couple of days as a Student-Teacher. Yes, I've found much too much time lately, just laying around, :P. A note, this is sorta )) To the few who joined the class out of slight curiousity, it seemed simple enough. The primary colors of the carpets, tapestries, and curtains were dark blue and black, occaisonal minor illusions to enhance the room's light properties. Doing all of the work himself, one could only guess what he had concealed within the room. The desks are an obvious flaunting of magery, being transparent disks hovering above the seat surface, adjusting to each student's form. These facts aside, all that remained in the room were many folded black pieces of cloth on his desk, on the opposite end of the desk a single black, yet alive rose lays on the table, seeming never to die, even over the course of a week. On the first day of class, the students who arrive late, thinking nothing much of the class find their teacher leaning his lower back against the desk, holding said rose beneath his nose briefly, seeming as if in a trance of sorts, before looking to the pupils. Setting the delicate flower aside, he crosses his arms. "Very well then. I see my popularity is fading, ah?" He sighs, and then offers a small smile. "Please, seat yourselves where you wish." Allowing the typical clusters to form, he clears his throat. He had spent his time revising his "plan", time and time again in front of his reflection. "My name is...Gene. I'm still but a student-teacher, so I'm deserving of no titles at all. We will...go over the art of Shadow Dancing...the becoming of a Rogue, Illusions and Enchantments, and a little bit of the Shadow Weave. Fortunately, I'm wisened enough not to preach the Shadow Weave." He stretches, and one could notice his trademark cloak is missing, and at his side lays a finely crafted rapier, it's metal tinted black, it's surfacing reflecting no light. "Today, we will go over the art of the Rogue. Another was caught today. It's all over the caller's tongues. "Shadow Consort caught in attempted theft."." He smirks, almost dangerously. "Bloody knaves, they're all alike." "But did you, in your three piece psychology and idealistic views ever take a look behind the eyes of a Rogue? Did you ever wonder what made him tick, what forces shaped him, what may have molded him? I am a Shadow Walker, and feel free to enter my realm..." He leans against the desk once again, resting both hands on the surface. "Mine is a world that begins with childhood. I was a little more nimble than the other kids. I learned concepts quicker. I found sleight of hand amazing, yet because it could lend one to blame things upon magic." "Bloody kleptomaniacs. They're all alike." "I listen to the other children tell the same tales over and over again, never bothering to search for another tale, or even create your own." "Bloody good-fer-nothin' bards. They're all alike." He softly brushes a line of dark hair from his vision, as he looks over each student. He continues. "Then I made a discovery. I found a small creature today...a Shadow itself. It taught me how to hide, how to be silent, even better than I tried to when passing curfew. If there was trouble, it was because I screwed up. Not because it was threatened by me, or hated me, or thought I was nothing more than a filthy o O ( Halfblood.)-kid, or thought I was a smart-arse." "Later on...I found that barrier between light and dark. The shadows...in an entirely different way. They were portals, they were friends, their embrace was a thing of beauty, a thing of comfort. No, I do not sit in shadows all day, class. But when one has to accomplish things without others knowledge..." He smirks, rather at himself than anything else. "Bloody kids. Always pretending they're damned thieves. They're all alike." "You can bet we're all alike. We've been spoon-fed food at childhood when we hungered for steak... the bits of meat that you did let slip through were pre-chewed and tasteless. We've been dominated by sadists, or ignored by the apathetic. The few that had something to teach found us willing pupils, but those few are like drops of water in the desert. This is our world now. The world of the cloak and dagger, the beauty of the night. We beat the uncreative traps you lay, and you call us criminals. We explore... and you call us criminals. We seek after knowledge... and you call us criminals. We exist without skin color, without nationality, without religious bias... and you call us criminals. You build war machines, you wage wars, you murder, cheat, and lie to us and try to make us believe it's for our own good, yet we're the criminals." "Yes, I am a criminal. My crime is that of curiosity. My crime is that of judging people by what they do, say and think, not what they look like, or their status in life. My crime is that of outsmarting you, something that you will never forgive me for. Yes, I am a rogue, yes I am a Shadow Dancer. And this is my manifesto of how we're treated. You may stop the individual, but you will never stop an idea, you cannot kill off an entire ideal. After all...we're all alike." And with his small speech ended, he awaits, hoping to read the students interest for further notes. Crossing his arms if they're not already so, he then gets onto a much briefer tone. "Rogues, Shadow Walkers. So, I lied in my introduction...we will be following two paths that intertwine very often. Rogues are considered knavish thieves, but we're much more than that. Much, much more. Where your path leads you on your journey will depend upon you. Some of us have maps, others have guides, and even others will stray from the path, finding it's lashing too harsh, its comforts few. Others will become drunk with glory, and allow their pride to drag them down. As for us...we'll just listen to me rant and rave a little bit about tales of glory. For now. You need to know what you're doing...before we start doing actual...projects. As for now, your only assignment is to rest well for tomarrow's class. We'll be going over the basic core skills of a Rogue. Never call yourself "Thief" or "Assassin"...unless your mind is settled on the matter. As for the rest of the class that my chitter-chatter's failed to consume, you are allowed to discuss amongst yourselves." Giving his tongue a rest, he manages to quickly scent the blackened rose before moving to a nearby window unhindered by tapestries, watching the bright details of the Cathedral itself, the glass windows in the room all removed. (( DM, the student's reaction? Heh...he, er, is crafting his lessons to balance between boring them and exciting them, and carefully watches how they act. :P ))
Agudo Archmage 08-17-03, 12:18 PM	((The Rogue Class)) Some of the students ask questions about property rights, and the laws of the land. Others show interest in hiding, and a few want to be able to open locks with out setting off traps. A gnome wanted to know about the war machines and would they build some. Over all the class went well for the Rogue student teacher. :cool:
Branth 08-17-03, 02:16 PM	Walking down the hall he spots the new class. With a small sigh of wonder at the classes title, he walks into it. He takes a seat with the rest of the class and with great intrest to Gene's little speech. Grining with wonder Branth is completely enthrolled with Gene and enjoying ever minute of this new class. When the rest of the class falls to mumering and asking questions Branth just stays in his seat, watching the teacher till class is done. When the bell chimes singling the end of class Branth gathers his stuff and heads out, excited about the prospect that tommorrows class may bring. ((If you look at Branth you will see he is a small boy of twelve or so. He seems to be fragil with his small stature and sgragly looking frame.))
Gene_Kynes 08-17-03, 10:37 PM	Responding to the gnome with a "Perhaps...", he then takes a small mental note of Branth, wondering if such interest is a sign of potential. As the bells ring, he swiftly makes his way to his next class after the last student leaves, the teacher becoming a pupil once more. Hmm. Perhaps...a history lesson would serve them best...yes, the tale of Nuth should prove interesting enough. Those who peeked into the abandoned hallway he travelled would see dark forms of Shadows coming to him from both sides of the hallway, clinging to his neck. They shift slightly, before taking on the appearence of his cloak yet again. (( I'm...confused. What's the timeframe here? Did Khaira's class ever end? Erm...I'm unsure if I should continue. ))
Agudo Archmage 08-19-03, 12:26 AM	((ITS ALL UP TO KHAIRA! As FAR AS HER CLASS)) I will post more latter, but hay thanks for playing in the school
Myranthor 08-19-03, 09:34 AM	I listenened to Drindin, as silencious as a terrified mouse wishing to subtly get a bit of tasty cheese from a frightening, black savage feline. I slowly closed my eyelids, trying to feel, around me, the familiar wraps of the Weave. I knew, precisely, what to do bind it to my will, how to create sparkling efects, how to enchant a massive audience. However, it was another fantastic task I had to accomplish. I was not to use the Weave, and also not to understand it - I had to feel it. This task, still seemed impossible to realize now. I had the faint sensation that it was my legitimate right, my inherited legacy, to be able to find how to masterfully tap the Weave naturally, without al these yars of formal, difficult training. I felt at home, concentrating amidst the swirling chaos of mystical, arcane forces, seizing my helpless body as if I was naught but a powerless doll. The whole story came back to me, shocking. I looked back at my tutor, my hard gaze oddly hardened. "I am sorry Teacher, but this task, this test, is beyond me, altough my incapacity to accomplish it is not my responsability."
Drindin 08-19-03, 09:53 AM	Drindin looked up for a moment, then back at his student. "Yes, it is difficult... even the sorcerers who practice this magic say it is... but tell me, how did it feel?"
Bonze 08-19-03, 09:06 PM	Bad Bonze. Stay in your cage next time.
Myranthor 08-19-03, 09:07 PM	Frustrating. To know the power is there, to know I should, I am supposed to use it is..PAINFUL! I HATED THAT!"
Gene_Kynes 08-20-03, 01:29 AM	The next day at class, which he arrives for a bit late, he notices one or two more students. Smiling softly to himself, but concealing it, he heads to his desk. Gah...*******ed Aoian Wine. I'd...never think it'd follow me this long. All this time spent with magery, and one would think there was a remedy for hangovers. Now offering a small smile to the class, he presses the rose to his nose briefly, before settling it back down to it's spot on the desk. "Hello again. If you've forgotten my name, it's Gene, and this is what the Headmaster's started to refer to as "The Rogue Class.". Today...I'm going to cheat a little bit, and skip past the history of rogues. Suffice to say, we'll learn the basic skill of a rogue, to conceal him or herself, in a very short paragraph. Then, moving onto Shadowdancing, we'll discuss-well, I'll really just be blabbing about their abilities, and what makes them so potent when mixed with rogue skills. Then we'll end the day with a nice little piece on combat. It won't...consistantly be as varied as this, but you may forget vital skills for the final exam if I cancel out one part temporarily so I can work on another." He shrugs. And with that, the room grows darker. "The most basic and important skill of a rogue is to be a shadow. You must remember the following: Shape, shine, shadow, silouhette, surface, spacing, movement, when hiding. Respectively, that means that you should break up your shape to blend with the surroundings. You'll understand what this means, soon enough with our physical quiz. Mask any reflective objects on your person, including anything on the face. Move behind light when possible, or try to project your shadow where it's difficult to distinguish. The humanoid shape is familiar, and sticks out; Stay away from skylines. Blend with your surroundings. Nature is not orderly, when in a group, spread out unevenly. Things are seen especially when moving. Avoid irrequired movement." And upon each disk/desk, which turn instantly black, silver lettering appears. It would be wise to remember these, or write them down. . It dissapears after it sense each student has read it. "Other lands have created a more spiritual concept of hiding methods...which, yes, we must go over. There is...the Earth Technique. The best example of this technique is supplied by Uzura gakure no-jitsu, which suggests hiding like a quail in small gaps between two larger objects. The primary consideration here is that one must be able to completely fill the space between the objects. In this way, one may escape detection, since an observer will scan past these as he walks. Of note also is the technique of hiding under overhanging brush or grass. Stay low to observe and look around the cover. The Air Technique, which refers to hiding like a raccoon. It means you should climb high places, and press one's body against the high object, to seem as if you are a part of it. The Water Technique, this means to imitate the actions of the fox by concealing oneself in water. Not only does this aid in erasing one's trail, but also allows only poor footing for the pursuing enemy. This method is also extremely useful when one can spring on an enemy out of the water for the purpose of ...incapacitating him. And then there's the Fire Method. This is perhaps the most difficult of the inpo arts. It refers to the erasing of sound and shadow. Always move behind a light source to avoid casting a shadow or silhouette which might betray you. Learn to move silently. Only practice can develop this skill. Then finally, there's the Wood Method. Pu Neng Mu is the term used to mean "invisibility in plain sight". When no cover is at hand one must hide behind nothing. This is accomplished by distorting the silhouette. It is possible to form the body into many shapes by means of yogic exercises. In these days of ninjitsu, one excellent tactic involves replacing a scare crow and standing in the center of a ploughed field. By kneeling and wrapping the arms around the knees, one assumes a position like a stone or bush. The Wood Method is where the tales of Rogues and Shadowdancers being able to dissapear at will sprung from." Giving a faint grin, he looks to the class. "Also, when hiding from an enemy, never look at him or her directly. He or she may be able to sense this." Sighing, he leans on the desk, crossing his arms. "And that concludes our hiding skill. We've still one last bit to go over, which I'll explain later on. As for now...the basics of Shadow Dancing. Which..we cannot even start, until you learn the Wood Method, and prove your reflexes capable of continuing on in the class. But all I can for now is...try stretching your body every morning and night, in anticipation. As for now, we will work on preparing for one of our most simple, and yet effective moves. The Shadow Daze." He then narrows his eyes, scanning across the classroom. He looks towards Branth...and decides to test if interest can lead to the same greatness as ambition. He faces one of the tapestry-concealed windows, and sticks his hand outwards. "You're familiar with the usage of the Weave, are you not? Using magic alters reality to the mage's wish. Your gestures summon the energy of this spell..." And he makes a graceful symbol in front of him, the gesture purposefully slow. He then aims a finger at one of the more...rude students in class. A single purple halo is visible around his hand , very briefly, and then the targeted student soon stares blankly into space. Withdrawing his hand, the pupil's eyes regain their bearings, yet still seem confused. "The energy you're summoning is from the Plane of Shadow. The odd thing is...you must feel the energy calling back to you when you beckon. This 'trick', however...is amazingly effective in stunning guards, yet difficult without learning more of Shadowdancing. The first in here t'actually cast it...will have one less trap in their final exam." Giving a dark grin, he moves back to his seat, and looks at Branth. "I'd like you to attempt such at me. I won't resist such an attempt to affect me, however...you must first successfully cast it. Now you'll need to even use verbal components, and long, flowing, intricate gestures." Crossing his arms, he lowers so his waist is against the desk edge. "If you've ever done something bad, in the faith of Pelor, you had to say a prayer in my village. I became so used to the prayers, I could think them...and it'd have the same effect. As is with this spell." He then offers Branth a velum parchment container, with a smile. "The incantations and movements are held within. I suggest you practice this with a friend." As he withdraws from leaning towards the student's desk, Branth, and only Branth hears: "Please don't disapoint me." Moving back to his own desk, Gene sighs. "Oh, and I did promise a lesson on fencing. This is a day of suspense, class...all I can say. Tomarrow, the physical tests begin. Preferably, outside...but..we can make due within this..classroom,can't we?" He grins, before drawing his own rapier. "This is not a mere weapon. This is an ally, a friend, a spiritual companion, a savior, and an extension of your own body, all at the same time. Where fighters bumble in their game of checkers in combat, the game of the Rogue is chess, manipulating your enemy. I cannot instruct the class while they're unarmed...but a simple hint shall be that you should imagine yourself upon one side of a doorway. It'll make sense, tomarrow." Concluding his class, he sheaths his rapier, resisting the urge for flashy movements. "Forgive my tongue for not being as silvered as t'was yesterday, but I had much, much too much fun yesterday. Ugh. Last lesson of the day: Never, ever accept more than one drink from a beautiful woman. She might not mean it, but you'll feel awful next day." And with that, he moves to the edge of his uncovered window, sitting on it. (( This is...as usual, simply explaining what happens after Kharia's class, in the next following days. Heh. ))
Drindin 08-20-03, 01:38 AM	Drindin nodded to Myranthor. "You may now leave if you wish... and, if you believe you should, continue to manipulate the weave in the way I taught... but only if you want to. Don't force yourself to do it. Also... I want you to study on all you learned in my class. I'm sending one of my better behaved gnomes to your room to assist you in Law Magic, as you came in late. This is the First Ranking test for Law and Death spheres. It may be the last class I teach of this type, though I'm not sure."
Branth 08-20-03, 11:00 AM	Branth makes it to class on time today and once again sits attentivly listening to his teacher. When the teacher seems to single him out momentarly it does not surprise Branth, infact it delights him to have a teacher believe that he might be good enough to do what's been asked. After writing down all the teacher says and taking what the tacher handed him Branth once again leaves the room, a thoughtful expression on his face as he reads the notes he has writen. ........................................ ........................................ ........................ Back in his room, Branth studies his notes and looks at the parchment the teacher has given him. o O(This is confusing... I wonder if I could just use what my sister taught me to acomplish the same effect.) He sits and ponders what the spell is supposed to do and how he would do it using the ways he has been taught. editted to delete OOC note.
Myranthor 08-20-03, 11:42 AM	Even though Drindin spoke directly to Myranthor, and for the first time without his cold tone, the pupil didn't seem to listen, lost in his own strange thoughts. "Yeah," I answered. "I still have a few things to do." I left the empty classroom, escaping Drindin's potential multiple questions, while my new raven companion flew across the room to perch on my frail shoulders. Hastily, I walked through the school, rushing to get to our expansive library, in which laid several tomes of lore forgotten since eons. I found myself standing at the porch suddenly, as though I had no conscience of all the passages and hallways I had to walk through before arriving here. Perhaps have I been too preoccupied to notice what I was.... I entered the inhabited room silently, trying to hide from the agressive librarian, with which I had a few problems in the past. Fortunately enough, though, Harold and his damned crew were not present between the many shelves, and thus I had all the time I wished to search among the older tomes, known for the strange lore they had within them. I barely remembered a few words about that strange event that happened to us, thousands of years ago, yet still it obsessed me. I knew I had to find it, to find some traces that it may have left on my own life. After many intensive researches, through books that most learners had forgotten, I found it. Dreadful Arcane users, Tome 2 of 5, Edition third, Article 2047: THE CURSE OF THE IMALUSTRIEL This horrible tale, black symbol of what happens with those who let magic control their own ways, instead of masterfully seizing it in their iron grasp, started more than thousands of years ago. At this period of time, the Fair Folk still roamed freely through the vast Realms, their mystic manners unhindered by the other races they view as despicable: Some things never do change, it is said. The other various races were still at a primal, if not bestial, state. Contrarily to the sophisticated elves, who bent their wills to their surroundings and espoused it, the tragic newcomers had to bend Nature itself to their own ideas, through steel and distasteful magic. For that titanic task to be accomplished, though, the elven lands had to be scarred forever, as humans wished to seize their beloved forests, burn them thoroughly, and use their fertile soils to grow crops. The Hunt even had begun at these times. To kill a member of the other race, either a human killing an elf or a member of the Fair Folk assassinating a man, was the subject of a night of both revelry and joyful celebrations, not a sin to be punished. In these dark times, few children were born within the elven families, even though the humans reproduced freely, like roaches. Still, offspring survived among the besieged elven families, desperately trying to keep on living their immortal lives normally, if I may say so. The current subject of this article, our main protagonist, is one of those tortured child. His name was Guil Imalustriel. He was born a sun elf, in a lineage renowned for its numerous innate magical abilities. In some families, the natural talent for magic appeared once or twice within a thousand year, hinting faintly at the magic that flows through us all, keeping us alive, and well. However, the Imalustriel House was known not only for the numerous incredible spellcasters that grew from its court, but also for its constant ability to wield arcane magic easily, as if it was an extension of its members. It was said, as well as carefully observed by our trustworthy diviners, that every first heir of that House was a magical creature himself or herself, capable of casting spells only by thinking about the effects, whether it was the simplest divination or the most impressive evocation. It is also interesting to note that, in the common tongue, Imalustriel roughly translates as magic’s heirs. Guil was raised amidst the chaos of the constant war, which was waged at the feet of the trees in which he lived, tormenting his early sleeps. Never did he forgot those days, those awful nights, when he would try to get to bed, only to hear the cries of the fallen comrades. His only joy was to, sometimes, hear a tremendous roaring sound, as well as many human voices agonizing, sending through the sky a harmonic tune and a fine scent of burning or decaying flesh. The man grew in such an environnement, developing an intense hatred toward these humans that dared to attack his pure people. Hopefully, though, he was able to wield powerful magic, the mark of his House, and as soon as he celebrated his 50th anniversary, he boldly entered the apocalyptic battle, his wrath growing with each kill he added to what he dared to call his ability meter. Immerged in these harsh environments, in which survival was a constant hazard, the little Guil had the most fantastic opportunities any one had since the dawn of times to fully develop his potential. This formal step achieved, though, a morbid sentence had been let free on the poor humans’ heads. Never did they see what happened to them, as their leaders suddenly changed in elves, only to get hacked to pieces by their most loyal soldiers, themselves having to face, later, some strange creatures, that they were unable to harm with their barbaric weapons. Using his abilities to devise the most complex plans, Guil slew by himself more than a thousand enemies, scaring the threat, that retreated swiftly. It was rather a happy event for the elven community, for the humans have been, for the first time since many years, pushed back to their hometowns. The elves quickly formed a council, trying to get to know how to react now that the bestial threat was not as imminent as before. Hoping they could control it, or at least keep the casualties to a minimum, a thin majority voted for peace with the surrounding nations, despite the recent profanation of the elven groves. Some members of the council, though, were not quite pleased with that decision, Guil at their head. It was secretly decided that their fearless, dangerous leader would take the form of an elven emissary and reach the town of Harbdale, sent by the diplomats he saw as weak-willed to give the humans a proof that they wished to sign a peace treaty, and to teach them how to live like them, without harming nature. He knew it : this adventure would be the last one before the total human eradication. He transformed his own body, eager to purify his land once and for all. Needless to say, we prefer to keep silent the atrocities we saw when we plunged our gazes in this tainted past. Guil easily tricked the humans, gaining entrance to their city. He even had to give a speech in front a massive crowd, the which was totally unprepared to deal with the impulsive elf who spoke in front of them, waving with his arms in bizarre ways, only to instantly disappear. The sky turned a deep shade of crimson after this strange event, and a few raindrops of fire fell on the gathered humans, simple heralds of the massive inferno that fell upon them a few seconds afterward, burning their houses like wood sticks. The earth cracked under their feet, engulfing their minuscule bodies in its infinite entrails. It is said that slaughter is only a baby next to what happened back then Guil, however, escaped this damned fate with a carrying spell, using it to teleport only a few hundreds yards away, in a small place from which he could watch the whole scene, and delight in what he thought was his sheer cunning abilities. What was his dismay, though, when he saw behind him a lovely lady, member of his own race. Her elongated, dark hair fell like a wave of black waters around her pale neck, and her pink robe gracefully espoused her most interesting features. Calmly, remaining silent, she touched Guil’s forehead with her fine hand, and he quickly closed his eyes, immobile. He found himself naked, lost in a mist of purple haze, a mist of swirling, pure arcane energies in which floated seven stars. The maiden’s voice echoed between his two ears. “Guil, what have you done? You, last heir of House Imalustriel, that house that had been chosen since Generations, to promote harmony between the living races, and to further the cause of magic. That Gift didn’t come without great responsibility, FOOL! Perhaps were they right… Never should I have given such a power to any mortal, even if they are of such a long lived race that they had ALL THE TIME TO LEARN HOW TO USE IT! Lost, Forever lost Guil! From this day, your kind will have to be like all others, to learn magic and the duty it brings, you’ll have to understand the complex ramifications of every of your many acts, as will your offspring, until you pay back the debt you now owe to the Weave. How will you survive the threat of yourself, stripped of all my gifts?“ When he came back to life, the elf found himself awake, laying on a rigid plank of wood. As he turned his head, he saw an incredible amount of humans gathered around a messenger, clothed in exotic garments. He was unsure of what he saw, yet the stranger almost seemed to have elven features. Even stranger, he disappeared from his podium, in the middle of his own speech. And then the fire fell on the citizens of Harbdale. Tordil Hiltaran, 14th diviner of The All-Seeing Sembian’s Church, the 23 of Mirtul 847 DR: year of the Revalations ©Maxime Héroux This story, this curse thathad been put on my own House since before the dawn of times, still prevented me from experimenting pure magic, despite the vastness of the power I did wield presently. But, I swore it to myself, my son would be able to. It was said that we had to pay our costly debt, and yet no one did pay it to the demanding mistress that amgic is. It was time that one of us did so.
Branth 08-21-03, 02:47 PM	Branth suddenly has an idea on how to stun a person and rushes out of his dorm room to find some one to try it on! :smirk:
Malendor... 08-21-03, 02:58 PM	Malendor sits patiently in Khaira's class waiting to see what is decided about the field trip and hums lightly to himself. **************************************** ************ Meanwhile in a dark corner of his mind: Yes, yes thats it! Bring him to me! This field trip will fall perfectly into my plan to bring the downfall of him and his family once and for all!!! ((Insert evil cynical laughter here!)) :smirk: :smirk: **************************************** ************ Malendor hums on, unaware of the evil presence in his own mind.
Myranthor 08-22-03, 11:13 PM	Alone in his exquisite office, Agudo was busy filling various official documents, meant for the governing lord of the region in which the school was built itself, one year ago. Licking the scratching end of his quill, Agudo thought, once again, at the way he should write that request, when a faint blue light drew his attention to his right. It was his trusty crystal ball; calling for his attention, like each time an occult meeting meaning to spread Evil in our fine lands took place far away. He moved his wooden chair to face his magical device, even older than he is, and pronounced a few unintelligible words. “ Hurn ibiostolistês, allassô este bursa. Indallomai, kataphuô mi xenageôs.” A small breeze seemed to blow in the ball, allowing the old man to see through the gathered mists within it, giving him the opportunity to distinguish wizards gathered together, in a circle, around a circle corpse, resting. “My friends, “said one of the crew “as you may have probably guessed, I won’t be the one directing the circle ritual that we shall hold under this moon, for today we are attempting a new ritual. The one that shall be the recipient of our conjugated efforts is named Ugrim Litiard, and is a young apprentice, under the tutelage of our consort Jurg Thilag, first conjurer of our country. May we start at once? Are you all ready?” Among the crowded ranks of the many spellcasters present, naught words were heard, although many anxious glances were exchanged, as though all the cloaked men present in the dark room had something against the newly created ceremony that would be completed in only a few hours. Finally, the group’s elder, Azzt Kiltha, first diviner of the Realm, cleared his throat and spoke aloud. “ Master, as much as we know of your wise ways, we can not refrain ourselves from wondering about the outcome of this dramatic event. It is the first time such an experience is ever tempted, we’re not even sure if our theory is correct. My own auguries told me the results of this experiment would be mitigated, at best. How can we gain certainty that something unexpected won’t happen?” “Something unexpected?” hissed his interlocutor. “Tell me, Master Kiltha, what could happen? Is it the first time you take part in the construction of an entity powered by magic? All of us are here because of our specialties. Each of us rule over a single part of the element known as magic, and to accomplish this task we had to cut ourselves from worthy pieces of it, losing versatility while gaining power itself. Now, it is time for us to counter magic at its own game. Today, we shall create the first creature capable of wielding as accurately as all us, yet without being as restrained as any of us. Now, if the many problems we had to deal with have all been taken care of, we may proceed.” Shared between their mixed feelings of fear and pride, most wizards only reluctantly took part in the intricate ritual circle. Nevertheless, the incantation sprung up in the air, the many chants heard clearly by the Knights and apprentices whose task was to protect the chamber from intrusion. The potent mages were completing mystic dances, tapping from the Weave they tried to corrupt the energy to complete their tasks. At once, the fullest extent of their incredible powers unleashed, targeting the body lying between all of them. Desquamated by burning fires, torn apart by demons appealed by the smell of fresh blood, possessed many times, the poor apprentice felt his mind torn apart by the many tortures he had to endure, for he would never find the sweet rest he longed for, his own soul imprisoned in a remote locations by an accomplished abjurer. His body laid dead, the head removed from the torso, yet still he was conscious, absorbing incredible amounts of arcane energy. The constant heat, the many fizzles of magic all gathered in the same position took possession of him, sewing his organs back together. Magic now flowed through his own body, another obstacle before the eternal sleep we would have killed for. Killed for… The occult forces, concentrated within Ugrim, followed his wishes. With a single shout he broke the spell keeping him from leaving the dreaded circle, and with a violent gesture of his blood-soaked arm he sent a wave of pure magic to his old mentor, slaying him. The apprentice only had time to conjure a small dragon in the room before the other wizards teleported away or disappeared into safety. “PUNY WIZARDS” he shouted. “READY TO TORTURE, YET TOO FRIGHTENED TO FIGHT. We shall see.” He exited the abandoned piece calmly, pretty confident in his newfound powers. A terrified cry was heard, as well as the many sounds of a brief struggle. In the sandy desert laid the bodies of the poor guardsmen, while the creature left unhindered by the thoughts of the many corpses he left behind him. “These are dire news indeed” muttered Agudo between his clenched teeth. “Not only is that mysterious thing crazy, it is also an unknown aberration, a magic elemental.” © Maxime Héroux
Drindin 08-23-03, 03:37 AM	Drindin was sitting peacefuly in his classroom, getting the tests ready for the next day, when one of the gnomes he taught, a female, the one he recognized as his best in law magic, was talking about something. He listened carefuly, and heard the term 'magic elemental' used. He suddenly sat up, his chair falling over, and the gnome girls that were talking looked at him. "Uh... Drindin, sir... what is it?" Drindin raised a brow. "nothing you need concern yourself with..." Drindin recognized the term 'magic elemental' from his lessons in the arcane, even though he failed that class. Supposedly only legendary, even mythical, they weren't supposed to exist. He wasn't even sure that was where he heard of them... perhaps just talk on the street recently... but that couldn't be it, he hadn't left the spire... but either way, he had to see agudo to confirm this. Summoning a wraith, he looked it in the eyes. "Guard this classroom, don't let anyone except me in 'till I get back." The wraith nodded, and drindin rushed to Agudo's chambers, knocking on the door rapidly.
Agudo Archmage 08-23-03, 01:28 PM	A Dark Day on the School of Light! A Red Wizard in his classic wizard cloths came walking up the road, in a gruff manner. “These simians, how they walked on two legs ill never know.” He says as he sees some of the school of Light students walk by. He enters into the gates of the school and just stands there for a moment. “It couldn’t be any worse than my worse nightmare.” The Red Wizard says as he shakes his head with displeasure. “This flea bitten school is destined to go down in the gaudy hall of fame.” He then briskly walks in, and stands in the middle of the lobby of the Cathedral of Light. “Now would one of you knuckle scraping baboons, stretch your brains and find AGUDO!” “Elvina walks to the man trying to smile at him “Hello I am Elvina the receptionest, of the school of Light. Who may I ask is here to see the Headmaster Agudo? And may I write you name and title in are guest book?” The Red Wizard rubs his hand over his face and frowns. “Why cant they just do as I say? Why must they think they are worthy to speak to me?” He then glares at Elvina. “Now be a good elf, and find me this glorified titled of a person Agudo. But if I must grace you with my name, then tell one and all the Edwin Odesserion is here. I am as you can plainly see, even with your limited brain………..A Red Wizard!” Within a few minutes of this arrival of a most fowl Red wizard. Agudo walks down and skips his normal welcome. “If I thought you would show up here Edwin I would have locked the gates. What sad luck has brought you to my door?” Edwin cracks a smile, “Now Agudo is that away to talk to your old adventuring buddy Edwin? Come now how is Minsc and his rat? Or Aerie that wingless elf? Agudo looks away for a moment trying not to get mad. “Do what is good and righteous, and if was here your death I am sure. As far as my wife Aerie none of you business. Now what do you want?” Edwin fakes a sad smile. “Now Agudo I have come here for that prophetic elf of a child Myranthor? Now hand him over to me, for he threatens the manipulation of the Weave by masters.” Agudo sends Elvina after Myranthor and they all wait. ((OOC OK MYRANTHOR THAT WOULD BE YOUR OPERTUNITY TO COME TO THE LOBBY))
Drindin 08-23-03, 02:52 PM	Getting no response at the chambers, Drindin rushed down to the lobby, stopping dead in his tracks, nearly falling over at seeing a redwizard in the school of a white wizard. "By wee-jas... I thought I'd never see the day." Moving over to Agudo, he then quietly asks, "I need to ask if it's true... that some one's summoned... or rather made... a magic elemental..."
Malendor... 08-24-03, 10:15 AM	Something drew Malendor down to the lobby today, but not anything he could identify. As he enters the lobby from the east side ((Hopefully behind Agudo and Drindin)) He see's the headmaster and teacher talking, well exchanging insults really, with a red wizard. With an evil little smile he sits on one of the benches to watch what's going on. He hears Myranthor's name mentioned and frowns. o O(Now what do they want with him. Maybe that wizard's pulling him out of school! Well in a way that'd be a good thing..........I guess)
Myranthor 08-24-03, 05:11 PM	Still alone, plunged, or rather drowning, under many massive tomes of arcane lore, I wrote frantically different informations found in different sources, trying to discover any thing that might be usable to me. [I]And thus, it was foreseen that a time for heroes would come - yet again- after the prophetized demise of Trelail. When Selunê shall feast with Lathander and Tempus, only then will hey be succesful." o O (Tempus, Selunê, Lathander... Think, Myranthor, think! What's the link between all of them?) "Myr!" shouted an annoying voice, disturbing most of the people gathered in the religiously silent library with the annoying nickname I was greeted with since my arrival on Faerun. Leaving the intricate, handwritten letters inked in the yellowish pages, my eyes distinguished the pleasing forms of she who was considered by most as my consort. "Myr! You're needed right now to the Lobby, a man dressed in red is looking for you! Fast, or he and Master Agudo might fight. They seem pretty tense." I frowned, intrigued by these sudden informations. I took the many parchments I wrote on the wooden table at which I precedently sat, and went, escorted by Elvina, to the Lobby.
Malendor... 08-24-03, 09:30 PM	Male ndor grins evilly as Myranthor comes walking in behind Elvina, like the good little trained boy he is. o O(Look at him, he lets them pull he leash everywhere. I can see it now "Oh Myranthor, I have to sacrific you to this Red Mage in order to save my school, Sorry! Stay in the light my son!" How pathatic.)
Agudo Archmage 08-25-03, 01:01 PM	Before Agudo can talk to Drindin, Myranthor walks in. As soon as Myranthor comes into the lobby, Edwin eyes him an then smiles. "How do you do good sir? I can see by my high Intellect that you are the one and only Myranthor. I am Edwin of the Red wizards, and I know you are honored to meet me. So let us skip the normal drab chit chat and get the point. I have come for you!” He pauses for dramatics, “ To bring you back to a real school” Edwin lifts his hand up and points to the lobby, at the same time he gives a sickened look on his face. “ To be sure that this simian of a flea bitten barnyard, has most likely been a burden for you, far to long. But in the wizard land of Thay you will be among the most powerful mages of all. Think about it! The entire country dedicated to magic. You will be respected and loved by the people. Unlike Amn and other scum of thee earth, cities you will be cherished for your abilities. “I am sure you know about the “Weave” and the important of magic to this realm. The Red wizards even now are working on ways to control it. You my boy will be brought into the heart of the Thay royalty. As I am sure you know that your destiny Myranthor is at hand. Even the gods fight over your power. Now come, for we can not waste our time here, in this mental black hole. Agudo bides his time then speaks. “Myranthor you should know that the Red wizards are trying to make a Magic Elemental.” Edwin becomes shocked at this news. “How did you know Agudo!? How!? Was it those blasted Harpers like Jaheira ?” Agudo ignores Edwin. “Myranthor as you know I am of the Light, and where darkness is, the Light can reveal all. Especially the sad pathetic doings of the Red wizards.” Agudo glanced at Edwin when he said that last part. “I believe they want to take you, and use you in there schemes to do evil with magic.” Agudo looks at Myranthor to see his response.
Malendor... 08-25-03, 03:46 PM	Malendor grins evilly as he watches this scene o O(Oh this is good! What will he choose dark or light?) But some where in the back of his mind a small voice speaks out, tryng to be heard over the trumoil in his head. o O(This isn't ight, he's your friend and you should help him) o O(Shut up he's your enemy ALL PATHATIC HUMANS ARE THE ENEMY!) Malendor 's face seems to keep going from evil smirk to worried frown as the voices fight in his head.
Gene_Kynes 08-25-03, 06:53 PM	Passing with an unusual cheer from his personal room to the courtyard for his class, he stops at the lobby, narrowing his eyes. Dropping the magic bag that held all of his class' equipment for the day, he stalks towards the Red Wizard, his gaze becoming colder, more calculating than the others in the school, save Agudo, have ever seen him. The words come out of his mouth as if he was spitting out poison, directed towards Edwin. "Who are you, and what kind of ignorant inbred are you t'call this school a barnyard?" Agudo can feel the dark presence of Gene's blade...yet cannot see the weapon. The unsettling feeling fades, lasting for just a moment. "Knowing you, Reddie, you'd use this man as a staff, casting as many spells as it's worth before you throw it out."
Myranthor 08-27-03, 02:09 PM	Carefully listening to Edwin's sweet litany, a smile drew itself on my figure. As Edwin spoke, I imagined all the wonders he described, pondering which of his proises were true, and which were used only as bait. Most of them probably were, though, I deducted. In Thay, specialist wizards are renowned : they are the ones cin most councils, and are also the bulk of political advisors. Also, there is no monarchy in Thay : only a council of Zulkirs. Either Edwin was disguised as a Red wizard, or either did he think I was a perfect fool. However, Agudo snapped a strange comment. "Master Agudo, tell me why couldn't they design, and build, a magic elemental? There are courses on golem fabrication here, within these walls, and it is known that at a golem's core lives a trapped earth elemental. Why would it be incorrect to build a new construct, made from magic itself?"
Agudo Archmage 08-27-03, 05:51 PM	The Red Wizard laughed at Gene and looked at Agudo with a little satisfaction. “Ha! Myranthor has asked you a question, that you cant get out of. One that I would ask you as well, just to embarrass you as he has. Let me tell you my astute boy, except for his morality, there is no reason. Or he just doesn’t like the Red wizards, and anything we do to better the intelligent magic users of the realm.” Edwin folds his hands and smiles triumphantly. Agudo let out a long sigh. “ Myranthor many students of the Red wizards die at the hands of their masters. You would be a test-pig for there experiments and for the record, your abilities would be possibly trapped inside that “Magic” creature. In other words, if they can’t control you, they will most likely kill you; and use what they can from your spirit to do they’re biding.” Agudo comes closer to Myranthor. “I can’t prove any of this, and of course you are a person of your own free will. But remember what Elminster told you about “Power” and the temptations you would face.” Edwin spat on the ground. “Elminster only wants to keep people of equal ability inferior to him. He is jealous of everyone who seeks magical knowledge. Eleminster wants to stop those who rightfully use magic to better the lives of wizards everywhere.” Now Myrathor! I will not soil myself with this pig farmer and his barnyard animals He looks at (Gene) when he says the last part. “I will be outside waiting for you by the gate." Edwin walks outside not waiting for a reply
Drindin 08-27-03, 07:40 PM	Drindin raises his hands for a moment, and several shadows appear on the ground. He looks at agudo as if to ask "Should I stop him?" And the shadows seem ready to do his bidding.
Gene_Kynes 08-27-03, 10:41 PM	Edwin: "Now Myrathor! I will not soil myself with this pig farmer and his barnyard animals." "Now that was a low blow, Reddie-Weddie. Speaking of low blows, how fares your mother?" When the Red Wizard then turns to walk away, the mundane..uhm...non-summoned shadows seems to form at a pool underneath Gene, an umbral tendril rising from the pool and wrapping around the young Shadowdancer's hand. The tentacle then evaporates, leaving a single pseudo-existant shuriken in his hand, the metal composed of a shadowstuff equivlent of obsidian mithral. It then is flung at the man, hitting the doorway to his side as he nears it, drawing a bit of blood from the mage's ear. (( Heh...if you allow such. )) If the Wizard looks back, Gene seems to be completely innocent, asking Agudo questions about the man.
Agudo Archmage 08-31-03, 01:10 PM	Agudo looks at Myranthor wondering if he is ok? :confused:
Myranthor 09-01-03, 10:24 AM	When Edwin walked by the door, I kept silent, obsessed by the many thoughts swirling between my two ears. o O ( Leaving? If only to escape the monotony that slowly installed itself within these walls, it would be a good thing. The School is slowly falling to dust, and this new country, in which magic holds power, is offering you a generous allotment of possibilities. Still, you must think of your aprticular status. You need to remain pure, not to spend time in dark company, falling under their own influences. These choices are sure difficult to make.) Without a word, nor a glance, I turned back, leaving the crowded room, filled with mindless spectators whose only interest was to take, bit by bit, pieces of others' lives, bored by their own complacent destinies. When I arrived in the sanctum of my room, I closed the wooden door behind me, locking it. Materiola physicus, tracto um maledicio de contenebro, Alcithoe ducas disraro vultuosos, ducas alluceo solvo. Nyramithios, my raven,. instantly disappeared, cloaked by my spell. Flying through the open window, he went to the robed wizard waiting by the gate. "What are you wanting my master for?"
Agudo Archmage 09-01-03, 01:11 PM	Edwin gave a look at the one who came to him. “First the monkeys of this school, and now a bird. Bah! I will speak to Myranthor and know one else. If he want answers, I will be waiting right here for him, and him alone. Now be gone, for I am not in the mood to waste my knowledge on familiars.” Edwin turns away and begins read a scroll.
Malendor... 09-01-03, 01:11 PM	After Myranthor walks out of the lobby, leaving those who where watching his torment in confusion, Malendor closes his eyes. A few brief seconds later he simple vanishes from his viewing point........ **************************************** ************ LATER: Malendor sits cross legged on the pinical of the highest tower of the school. He watches everything below him, from the students hurrying to classes to the red robe standing outside the gate. As he sits the voices begin talking again... o O( See them all below, these stupid puny races. You could be so much more then them, you could live forever! Just surrender yourself to me! Don't listen to him, many of these people are your friends! And what about your wife and children? Don't they count for anything? Those....Children are nothing but miserable HALF BREEDS! And the mother is nothing but a coniving... No she's not, you love her! She tricked you, and for that alone she should pay! Nooooo!!! YES!)
Agudo Archmage 09-03-03, 02:09 AM	Edwin turns again and looks at this annoying bird. “Come now go fly a coop or something. Be gone! Make like a bat out of hell and fly! Must I spend my time talking with you? Now go to Myranthor and tell him my ride is here, and I am assuming his as well” Just then a coach pulls up, with a team of dumb looking half giants pulling it along.
Myranthor 09-03-03, 06:07 PM	Flapping its dark wings, Nyramithios fleft alone the cranky Red wizard. Upon his arrival in his master's room, he could not but spit all the ichor it had on its tiny heart. "Who do he think he is? He no better than no one else." " You,re pretty right, Nyramithios, my friend. Do not worry, I do not think his many lies will win me to his side. If he ever wishes me to join his magocratic nation's goals, he'll have to come here himself, soiling his red robes in this barnyard."
Agudo Archmage 09-03-03, 09:30 PM	Edwin starts talking to someone in the coach, he is standing outside while the other one whose identity cannot be seen, speaks with Edwin from the seclude ride. A hand peeks out, it very delicate, like that of an Elvin maiden. A ring can be seen on the ladies soft hand by those close by, it’s a family insignia ring. It looked familiar to Myranthor, then suddenly the woman in the shaded coach peered out and it was………((Sylvana,)) Myranthor just saw his sister! :confused:
Drindin 09-04-03, 03:24 AM	Just myranthor was looking out the window, Myranthor's room's door flung open, and the chill presence of drindin was felt. "Either your sister is stark crazy, or it's one of Edwin's tricks. Don't believe a word that snake has to say, Myranthor. His tounge is honey-coated."
Myranthor 09-04-03, 06:48 AM	I turned back to Drindin, shocked. "Edwin's tongue, honey-coated? Haven't you heard how he spoke in the crowded lobby, attracting the fury of all those gathered around him? He is not a manipulator, neither is he a brilliant speaker, he proved that himself." I faced the window once again, looking at the coach. "However, I don't know what she's doing here..."
Drindin 09-04-03, 08:51 AM	Drindin raises a brow, his face otherwise showing no emotion. "Please, do go on."
Agudo Archmage 09-06-03, 11:56 AM	Edwin looks at the school entrances one more time, then mumbles something about black hole of intelligent. He then gets into the carriage and some loud words can be heard…….. Myranthors sister screams and SLAP!!!!! :sad:
Myranthor 09-06-03, 05:34 PM	My eyes, from distanced and pereptive, turned angry and fierce. I turned to Drindin, only to mutter "Excuse me, I'll be back" "Astrago Linearius, mirrabilis transfero, Ejuratio me Praedelasso, affero me sortitio." Instantly, Nyramithios and I disappeared from Drindin's view, only to rematerialize next to the porch, hidden by the finely sculpted walls that separated the school from the rest of the world. Nyramithios quickly flew high in the sky and, still cloaked by the spell I casted on him precedently, he observed the two hill giants, allowing me to cast spells on them without revealing my position. Nefastus, deditim ti oculus a mi, Nefastus, observo mi imperium!" (charm monster on one of them : the bigger one.)
Agudo Archmage 09-08-03, 01:08 PM	The carriage started to shake violently, and intense muffled voices could be heard. Then they got louder, and someone said DO IT! Then a high scared voice said NO! More arguing then Edwin’s voice was loud and clear, “BLAST YOU!” A scream and another SLAP! And a “Grunt” was next…………Soft painful whimpering, and a pitiful “Nooooo more….” Was all that was said?
Agudo Archmage 09-08-03, 10:11 PM	As Myranthor cast his spell, he saw the creatures become silent. Then they looked to him and waited for his command.
Myranthor 09-09-03, 06:09 AM	I smiled. Slightly. I pointed the carriage. "Go seize that imitation of a Red Wizard, immobilize his hands and cover his mouth, and shake like a doll until he cracks like dead woodsticks!"
Agudo Archmage 09-09-03, 02:02 PM	They did as Myranthor said running as fast as they could. Running up to the Red wizard, and they grabbed him. But not just one! But two Red wizards………… And started shaking them both to death……. the voice that came out of one of the Edwins like Red wizards………. Was Myrathor sister?!? “Help me….Cough!……Help…Me brother………they are killing me! :sad:
Myranthor 09-09-03, 05:09 PM	"Pin her down, cover her mouth, yet stop shaking her. " "As for you" I ordered the other giant, "please continue as you were formerly told."
Drindin 09-09-03, 06:22 PM	Drindin watched curiously from the bedroom, his arms in his robes. "This is getting interesting... perhaps I should go down... Nay, he seems to be doing fine..."
Agudo Archmage 09-09-03, 07:44 PM	The giant does as he is told., and holds down the one that sounds like Myranthors sister. The other continues to squeeze the life out of the other Red wizard. Then as the giant squeezes harder, the Red wizard turns into (Sylvana) she is starting to bleed from the mouth. :b:
Drindin 09-09-03, 08:34 PM	At this moment, Drindin suddenly appears beside myranthor. "It's a Red Wizard's trick boy... don't fall for it..."
Myranthor 09-10-03, 08:58 PM	"Pin both of her down!" I shouted, ignoring Drindin's advice. Calmly, I approached the four grapplers, looking at both of my sisters. When I locate the one with a mark on one of her cheek, I order the giant to let her speak.
Agudo Archmage 09-11-03, 01:10 AM	Cough...."Thank you brother, I thought this thing, would kill me for sure. I have traveld along way to bring you home, and it was bad enough, to be with this human."
Khaira 09-13-03, 07:19 PM	Originally posted by Gene_Kynes (( I'm...confused. What's the timeframe here? Did Khaira's class ever end? Erm...I'm unsure if I should continue. )) ((Sorry! I kinda ... forgot about this 'Board, heh! Yes, Khaira's class did end, though I didn't really specify. Sorry about the confusing, Gene!)) Khaira sits at her desk in her room, with notes and maps sprawled over her table, studying various lands and taverns, in deep thought. Her door still sits open, her harp on her bed. "Oh, no, can't go there...I killed someone there...there I remember I sang that insullting song about Duke Dunderhead...oops! I stole from a lot of people there...oh, there's that cut-throat town - Agudo would kill me if I took everyone there...where to go, where to go? DOes it have to be a tavern? I wonder....What's up with malendor lately, I wonder??"
Gene_Kynes 09-13-03, 07:43 PM	(( Thanks...and...welcome back! )) Gene simply crosses his arms, following Agudo. "What...is going on outside?"
Khaira 09-13-03, 09:00 PM	((No problem.:) and thank you. )) Khaira, too, seems to sense tension around. "What is going on now, I wonder?" She arises and belts her weapon belt to her waist. With a mischevious, fighting-type grin, Khaira makes her waoy outside to see what kind of commotion is going on...
Malendor... 09-13-03, 10:34 PM	Malendor watches as Myranthor's new "Friends" seem to be strangling the life out of two people who look fairly simalar. o O ( Stupid races, all of them deserve to be flamed then eaten! )
Drindin 09-13-03, 11:39 PM	Drindin looks at Kharia from a few feet away from the enterance. "One is his sister... the other is not. Now the question remains... which one?"
Gene_Kynes 09-14-03, 12:11 AM	Taking Khaira's exit as a confirmation that help could be used outside, Gene nods before walking swiftly towards the outside. His blade is hovering invisibly near him in the Shadow Plane, preparing for a small jump to the material. Nobody dares comes to this school acting cocky, and then tries to leave without at least a little trouble. His contrasting eyes simply narrow, as he shadowjumps to lessen the gnawing anticipation growing in his stomach. And...he watches the two pinned sisters. Despite the expected confusion, he simply loosens his muscles, appearently ready for anything.
Khaira 09-14-03, 10:13 PM	Khaira looks to Gene and to Drindin. "Well, I've always said that one's day is never complete without a little excitement, I always - and perhaps bloodshed.", she mutters (Drindin)> "Well, I guess that's something that we'd just better amend, shan't we?" With one smooth motion,she draws her twin blades, and enters into a trance. When she opens her eyes again, they seem to be glazed over as she gazes at the "two" sisters ((OOC Note - Khaira is currently uner the influence of a True Sight spell, enabling to her to disuade any illusionary effects. DM(s), can she see anything?)) she mutters
Agudo Archmage 09-14-03, 10:46 PM	OOC Yes Kharia you can and its.................. well now if I post it here then everyone will know!.......Tehee But we are waiting for Myranthor to post, before I let out who, or is it what? Has realy come to see Myranthor...........big post on that one.
Luika 09-15-03, 05:47 PM	_
Myranthor 09-15-03, 05:49 PM	"Hum....indeed, that's what they are always saying. Would you please be so kind to give me the name of the elven painter we had as a neighbor, please? I don't remember it..." Turning to the other one.... "And you, please remember me the most annoying kid Father ever had as an apprentice. You know, the one who put aflame your baby unicorn?"
Agudo Archmage 09-16-03, 07:19 PM	The two look at each other and seem to talk, but not out loud. More like telepathically to one another. Then simultaneously the two change from a human and a elf to……. Rakshasa creatures, with a cat like appearance in the face. “So Myranthor the game is over and your bounty is still outstanding. We will not fight you here for the magic of this school is stronger than we. But you will be hunted down sooner or latter. If not by me and my sister then another bounty hunter. Your crimes will not go unpunished, I promise you that.” Suddenly the giants that hold them fall over a sleep. The two Rakashasa vanish right before every ones eyes. Some of the students who stood at a distance mumbled to them self’s. “What crime? Is Myranthor dangerous? Has he murdered someone?”
Gene_Kynes 09-16-03, 07:39 PM	Gene cursed softly under his breath. He turns to Khaira. "You know if anyone was hurt? 'Lidammra damned cats...ugh." In silent frustration...Gene looks around, as if recording the scene.
Khaira 09-20-03, 05:34 PM	Well...that was interesting. Turnign to Gene BUt if you'll excuse me, I've got piles of maps an notes to consult. And with that, Khaira returns to her room to become deeply involved with the mapps - places far away and what not
Gene_Kynes 09-20-03, 06:50 PM	"That...wasn't...really...an answer." He frowns, and sighs...as he too dissapears, rushing to catch up with his class, snatching their near-forgotten Rapiers. He'd be more late than usual...
Drindin 09-20-03, 06:57 PM	Drindin watches the scene, and answers Gene's question without looking at him. "They both have been minorly injured by the hill-giants, but nothing serious.... yet...... but I have a feeling at least one will fall to wee-jas grips before the night is o'er."
Branth 09-23-03, 08:45 AM	Sitting with the rest of the class, Branth patiently awaits Gene's arrival.....
Ryan,The Blade of Dragons 09-24-03, 03:41 PM	A blonde young man apeared his crimson armor gleaming he asked a mage walking by him, he spoke with a voice of fire " If you see Agudo, I was wondering if I could get some training," the young warrior ran down the hall looking for the Archmage.
Gene_Kynes 09-24-03, 08:03 PM	Gene's steps...actually made a sound, as the distractions seemed to pile up endlessly. When he finally reached his class, he simply said: "Come to the courtyard. And a bit of a warning. This is to be our Combat Training day. If you don't wish to learn how to defend yourself, then you may be excused. Howe'er, in compensation, you will have to write a one-thousand word essay on the fall of Netheril, and on the City of Shade." Gene winked to the slightly intimidated class. "C'mon, now." When he finally leads the class to the courtyards, the troubles of his mind had already lifted very slightly. Rapiers, appearing rather dull in their tough leather scabbards were scattered around the courtyard where the training was taking place. Gene draws his own fencing blade. "Remember my doorway method, class?" Grinning, he quickly makes a cutting motion in the air...and suprisingly enough, the etheral, light blue outline of a doorway remains where his blade at touched. "One-on-one combat often focuses on this doorway. You should wield your blade in such a way that you can easily stop anything from entering at a certain point in the doorway. As I said, Fighters play checkers, we play chess. So...wait for your opponent to make a mistake. Exploit his or her weaknesses. Analyze their style. And then, when you recognize the mistake, or the weakness...attack it. Never, ever try for cleaving blows, or overhead swings. That'll get you a blade in the gut." As a few students pick up their rapiers, and a few draw them, Gene wanders around the class, and with a small smile, corrects mistakes in wielding and drawing the fine steel. When every single pupil is wielding the rapier comfortably and correctly, he continues onto teaching them basic stabs, and blocks. The class goes by rather quickly...as a few students mock-duel to pass the time while Gene's helping a nearby gnome handle the blade, which had been shrunk for his size. (( Yes...I'm gettin' lazy. But...sorry! )) When the part-Shadovar finishes teaching Branth the important of attacking the wrist and neck, he turns to the class. "Tomarrow, we review, and go over basic weaknesses in humanoid autonomy. Have a beautiful night, class." Spirits already lifted, Gene heads off a bit late to his chambers...and having an excuse already in mind as he blows off the rest of his classes, simply rests the remainder of the day. As for the rapiers, they're in his room, still in the same beaten bag.
Agudo Archmage 09-24-03, 11:04 PM	“As the noon day sun came to full height, a young man with blond hair and dark red armor could be heard asking for the headmaster. Agudo turned from his small talk with a lovely young Elf, and saw the one looking for him. "May the Light guide your steps and keep you safe from the darkness. I am Agudo Headmaster of this school. Did I hear right that you have come to open your heart to truth and knowledge? If so then I can recommend several classes. One being taught by Drindin dealing with death and all its meaning. Not for the faint of heart I may say. Another is being taught by Gene, dealing with skills that I would put with those who seek the Rogue life style. For those who seek music and the finer side of life, like the arts, Khaira is are most excellent Bard teacher. Of course there is my class on History of the Realms, my favorite, no surprise there I am sure. Lady Hoot teaches Clerical knowledge and faith in the Light. And last but not least different levels of Magic classes taught by several teachers including myself. What would you be looking for? And may I have the pleasure of your name? Just then Elvina walked up with the lobby sign in book She smiled brightly at the new person and handed him a pin. (( It asked for the following info.)) Name Title Class to take or person to see
Ryan,The Blade of Dragons 09-25-03, 03:21 PM	the warrior started writing on the paper name: Ryan title: warrior class to take or person to see:anything on fighting would be fine THe crimson warrior asked Agudo "What is the best class for fighting and adventuring?"
Agudo Archmage 09-25-03, 06:12 PM	"The Headmaster smiled and thought for a second. "Well Ryan it’s good to see that you are a person, of higher learning. Right now (Gene) is the one to turn to on fighting. But (Khaira) has allot of skill on what you need to know, to win a fight as well. You would be surprised to at how many Bards get caught up in some tavern brawl. Now as far as real adventures, well that may come latter. The Light knows there is always something going on in the Realms. Just follow the pixie and she will take you to the class ((you choose)). "
Drindin 09-25-03, 06:23 PM	A cloud moved over the sun... and Drindin was gone with the brief moment of darkness... Back up in his study, he began to scrawl notes on death and all it's meaning on a piece of parchment, and began to wonder if his class was ready to begin on summoning undead, possibly the most difficult for those whom are good at heart...
Ryan,The Blade of Dragons 09-25-03, 08:42 PM	A note apeared on the table Thanks all see Gene, but first I have some buisness
Branth 09-25-03, 09:24 PM	Branth grins as the class come to an end. He was sweety but happy. He makes his way to his room to think the day over, going to sleep happy.
kulideb 09-27-03, 02:55 PM	The elf looked around at the different classes on offer, magic or fighting? She filled out a short form and left it at the desk. Name: Kulideb Title :Student Class: fighting (beginers?) A tinge of exitment passed through her as she thought of all the new things she would learn.:)
Agudo Archmage 09-27-03, 05:49 PM	Elvina Redwood smiles as the new comer, and sees she has sign in to the school lobby book. “Why hello {Kulideb}your welcome amongst those who seek the truth of knowledge. Its good to see more Elf’s seeking higher learning, I for one find it very peaceful here.” She then walks Kulideb through the lobby, showing her the indoor flowers, and multitude of trees and butterflies, that in habit this lobby. The art works that are up to day, is a mixture of Dwarven and Hobbit sculptures. The silver and gold sculptures, being the obvious dwarf touch; and the paintings of food, like the butter melting on bread the Hobbits. Then walking respectfully through the Cathedral of Light, were Lady Hoot was given sermon to the parishioners Then outside they make there way past the gardens, and small lake full of enchanted creatures. From Mermaids to small water pixies dancing under lily pads. As the approach the two towers, one being the {residential tower} and the other being the {wizardry tower.} Near the middle a small bridge could be seen connecting them. The wizardry tower, included all other classes, as well as the libray, even the fighting class Kulideb wanted. When the two elf girls entered into the residential tower, they came to the first floor. Thus held a large dinning hall, full of different races from all over the realms and beyond. Angel, Genes, Elvis and others were sitting together, eating delicacies made by the fines gnomish cooks in the land. Near by on a stage was a band of leprechauns, singing and dancing their Bards heart content. A winding staircase led them to the fourth floor, and to Kulideb surprise a door had her name on it. As if, and most likely by magic, the door opened. Reveling a spaces room with a large oak hand crafted bed, marble flooring; and roll top desk made from redwood favorite tree (redwood.) Next to the desk was a small personal library, with books on fighting for defense/offence and ancient Elvin lore, with a mixture of other scrolls and tombs. The one other thing in the room, but odd, was indoor plumbing, a well-sized washroom; with a iron tub, for hot and could running water. ((Kulideb thought why would someone want the Outhouse, inside?)) With that Elvina said good day, and left direction and times for Gene fighting class. (The note said the class, started in one hour).
Drindin 09-27-03, 05:58 PM	Drindin seemed to somehow be aware of the new student... mostly from watching her have her grand tour. Drindin drifted down to the fourth floor, and saw the new dorm room. Being his usual snoopy self, he knocked on the door to see if anyone was home, and if so, asks if he can come in.
Gene_Kynes 09-27-03, 08:37 PM	Beside Drindin suddenly appeared the contrasting form of black and white, Gene. This time around, his skin was still pale, his hair still black...yet his eyes had changed. They were oddly blue, with a crimson burst within...it seemed every time the follower of Wee Jas has seen this man, something about his features had changed. Gene gives a bright smile to Drindin. "'Ello, Mister Drindin. I...erm...can explain my absence from your class, recently. The Weave has been acting most particular around me, can't decide whether the way I manipulate reality is through Mystra, or in the shadowy mockery of her body." Gene shrugs, as if this is...something casually spoken of. He knocks briefly at her door, and says: "Miss Kulideb? It's....Gene. Mind if I come in?"
kulideb 09-28-03, 05:16 AM	Elvina Redwood softly closed the door. Kulideb looked around the room, no looked around HER room. She never expected any thing like this. She hung her forest green cloak on the back of the door, she wasnt sure what to do next, to unpack her few belongins, or bounce on the bed! in the end she thought it wisest to freshen up before her class started. She couldnt wait to meet Mister Gene, she had caught the odd wispher from the other students on her tour, he souned a hard task master. Just then a knock came at her door and a voice asked to enter. Kulideb slowly opened the door, to find two men standing before her,she hesitated not sure yet on the rules, are guests allowed in the rooms? A small boy bouncing along the corridor caught her eye, he stoped and smiled. As he seemed to know the two men. "Hello, I'm Kulideb, and you must be Mister Gene," she said to the man with pale skin and dark hair. She then introduced her self to the other man and invited them in.
Gene_Kynes 09-28-03, 10:34 AM	It happened again. Gene's eyes became a sea of crimson surrounding a bit of blue. "Thanks for letting us in...this is Mister Drindin, he teaches about Death, it's meaning, how to use Death spells...and if logic serves me right, perhaps a little necromancy. Nice guy, though." Gene winks. "I'm Gene. I don't teach...fighting proper, just a certain method of fighting. What I said about surviving without the help of the law...well...I wasn't kidding, I teach how to use the skills of the rogue. You don't have to come to my class tomarrow, but swing by to pick up what literature we've gone over. But...that aside..." He offers his hand. "It's...nice meeting the lady of the note in person. Do you have any questions about this place?"
Drindin 09-28-03, 10:35 AM	Drindin nodded. "I... specialize in some of the darker, clerical magics, yes. Mostly Law and death... not for the faint of heart, that is true."
Khaira 09-28-03, 01:28 PM	Khaira continues to pore over her maps of Krynn and the Realms and various other lands not so well known, in deep thought "Are there any taverns that I have not made enemies in?" she wonders. Suddenly her gaze falls upon a certain region, and she smirks mischeviously. "That place...ah, yes, the melting pot...that would be perfect!" she exclaims. Jumnping up,s he straps her weapon belt on quickly, and her harp under her arm, she proceeds to her class. "My students, I have come to a final decision! We are headed to Cormyr! We shall visit more than a couple taverns and the like. We shall depart by tommorrow's first light. Be ready!"
Dager, Dementia Master 09-28-03, 05:13 PM	A shadow appeared and then a derranged figure stepped out he went to a service desk "I have a note for Agudo," a not appeared on the table it read - Agudo I am one of the last Dementia masters and i want to start a class It is dangerous, but I could mold hundreds of new casters to do work or fight and defend and I can teach anyone how to wield the chain you must accept me I can get you more puplis - then the chain slining master walked through the wall to the next room in search for Agudo
Agudo Archmage 09-28-03, 09:08 PM	The Headmaster was chatting away with Elvina, at the lobby desk. When a stranger approached, and left a note for him. The two read the note, and just before Redwood could ask the unusual stranger; to (sign his name, and title,) in the lobby book, he walked through a wall. Agudo raised an eyebrow, “That was a rather demented looking person, do you think he’ll come back?” Redwood smiled and said. “Yes sooner or latter, but hay! We have seen stranger things, from Drindin class.”
kulideb 09-29-03, 05:56 AM	Kulideb shook Genes hand and blushed, she also welcomed Mister Drindin. "Oh, I have some thing for you," she said picking up a bag from the desk."Its only some fresh wild berry scones, to say thank you for telling me about this school." "The archmage has told me a bit about the school,both your classes intrest me" Kulideb said her hand playing with a locket at her neck, the light caught the locket showing up the simple design of a mask. " I have to find my brother,but so far I have survived more by luck than skill, He left home when I was quite young, then when our home was attacked by the phaerimm.... I'm sorry I shouldnt go on so much, I just need to stay here long enough to learn a few things". A bell sounded announcing the start of the next set of classes. " well, I had better go, wouldnt do to be late at my first class, I'm really glad to have met you both. I hope we can all talk again later." :)
Gene_Kynes 09-29-03, 06:04 AM	Seems vaguely interested in the mask, as he withdraws his hand. The Laughing One..? He blinks at the scones, smiling to the elf. "Thanks! I'm...happy that you like this place enough t'honor me with bakery already." Grinning to her, he steps backwards. "Anyway....I'm late for Miss Khaira's class. See you later, Mister Dridin, Kulideb!" And then he was gone...as if he was never there at all. In Khaira's class, Gene's form suddenly appears in the harpist's shadow...and muttering a "...sorry..." he takes a seat.
kulideb 09-29-03, 07:23 AM	Kulideb said goodbye to Gene and was amazed to see him, well disapear. She also took her leave of mister Drindin, another intresting person she wouldnt mind finding more out about. (a little while later..) The class had just about worn her out. so many swords, so many moves, so tired! she sat down under one of the trees in the garden, butterflies and small fey folk danced about the garden enjoying the last rays of the sun. She could hear other students making their way back to their rooms before dinner began. Her hand wondered to the locket, and her thoughts to her brother, then to her last days at home and the horror of the phaerimm, that bought her to Gene he seemed almost like a shadow at times.:)
Dager, Dementia Master 09-29-03, 03:14 PM	The strange looking man apeared by the the two talking "Hello I am looking for Agudo I have come to teach a special class for this school," then the strange man started looking at things only he could see
Agudo Archmage 09-29-03, 03:34 PM	((In the Lobby)) The strange man walked back through the wall an spoke to Agudo and Redwood. "Greeting in the name of Light Sir, I am Headmaster Agudo, May we have the honor of your name?" "You did say you are the last of the Dementia masters.....I take it that is your title?...... As far as teaching, I am always looking for new teachers who wish to share knowledge"
Dager, Dementia Master 09-29-03, 03:43 PM	The strange man was looking at somthing behind the headmaster when he noticed him talking "Well I am pretty sure my name is Dager I want to teach Dementia summong if it is ok with you if I can I would set up now and start taking students," It seemed for once the stranger was paying attention.
Agudo Archmage 09-29-03, 10:22 PM	“ Dager is it? a truly unique name indeed” Agudo smiled at the rather off balanced man. Redwood went back to her duties at the lobby desk, writing down Dager name and title. A few butterflies, danced around the indoor waterfall that was to the side of Dager. The Headmaster had a few questions for this rather excitable man. “I consider myself a somewhat educated wizard of Light, and yet I find myself lacking in knowledge; on your art form of….um what did you call it…ahhh yes … (Dementia summoning)” “Before I make a job offer, on your future employment, could you please tell me what Dementia summoning is? And why is it so dangerous, as you have forthrightly pointed out?” Agudo nodded his head in a polite hello, to a few of his students, who walked by as he waited for an answer.
Gene_Kynes 09-29-03, 10:50 PM	"It is both the art and the monstrosity of summoning the caster's own nightmares. Anything the caster kills, it becomes stored in his mind. Then the caster's own mind warps the creature's form..." Gene was there. Dark skin, pale hair...blue eyes. Just as Agudo had seen past through his illusion the first time. But wasn't Gene in Khaira's class? "...it eventually drives the caster mad, as the Dementist summons more powerful creatues with the less sanity he has. It requires something to blur reality with in order to work...be it a chain that blurs vision with smoke, or a drug, or a mask that has eyeholes that flicker on and off. The caster needs something that allows him to freely imagine, and yet stay in reality at the same time." ...Khaira can notice...Gene's shadow..seems to be missing. "It is taught by those desperate for attack forces, those who care little on how their casters live. I, personally, do not think it has a place in this school. I heavy doubt we'll want scorpion claws attached to a bald Khaira torso with Drindin's head, with tentacles for legs. By the Cloaked One, no. And we most certainly don't want students going insane." Gene, his demeanor becoming much more...encouraging lately, however, continues. "However, this man seems quite an accomplished sorcerer...and as long as he doesn't teach Dementia...he should be useful." The being clothed in Gene's appearence gives a small smile. "...Or, due to Dementia's amazing...if not twisted...abilities to summon many defensive forces at the drop of a hat...or...in this man's case, a chain, he could prove very useful is the school was under attack by the Reddies, or otherwise. But I must adhere to the fact that...you must not allow the students to learn Dementia Arts, as I fear to teach them the Shadow Weave. I only graze the subject...I'd like them to know how to use it, but...beings corrupt power. Not the other way around." The figure lingers...as Gene thinks up a late excuse running a hand through his dark hair...proof that his shadow isn't merely laying very still, and is concealed by any dark colors.
Agudo Archmage 09-29-03, 11:03 PM	As the shadow of Gene speaks, Agudo starts to float, just a few feet off the ground, in sitting position. His hands suddenly have a book, and a magical feathery pin in it. He writes quickly, and to those who know Agudo; will recognize this book, as title says on the cover (History of the Realms by Agudo.) “ That was a wonderful history lesion Gene, you have helped me fill in the blank spots; on what little I already knew on the subject.” The Headmaster then looks to Dager. “Is this true Dager? Is it as Gene says?”
Drindin 09-29-03, 11:07 PM	Drindin had drifted down now. He was pretty sure this school was NOT a place for the dark arts of clerical necromancy (every summon undead spell is evil.) and was now pacing, trying to think of what to do. He was more than certain the children were probably more than ready to start it out on their own, and that it was most likely time he take on a new class... or perhaps even simply wander the school as a helper. He heard gene's shadow tell the tale of the Dementia summoners. "Hmm." He mumbled. "Another teacher, and another student. Interesting."
Khaira 09-30-03, 12:13 AM	She looks, with interest and wonder, at Genne and his lack of shadow. "Class," she announces, "is dismissed for today and tommorrow. I have realized preparations for myself shall take longer than expected. By the end of this week, make ready to leave. If anyone has questions, see me after class."
kulideb 09-30-03, 05:49 AM	Kulideb made her way into the dinning room, the food smelled wonderful, on to her tray she put some chargrilled veg, some fresh bread and a baked apple. She would really have to watch what she ate here or she would end up being the fattest elf around. She found herself a table with a few empty chairs and listered to the chatter around her. The talk all seemed to be about a strange man who wanted to start a class of some dangerous magic, the other main topic was of Khairas trip and who would get to go with her. She wondererd if she ought to go.
Gene_Kynes 09-30-03, 06:02 AM	Gene's shadow lingers yet. "Don't get me wrong..er...Daj-er...I've simply had some bad experiences with insanity. Heh. Real bloody bad experiences. Ah hell, kids shouldn't learn the art of roguing either...so...I'll just leave this one up t'you, Agudo." The shadowless Gene remains in class, standing up and heading to the bardess when thwe majority of the class leaves. "Erm, Miss Khaira? Where're we going?"
kulideb 09-30-03, 06:42 AM	Kulideb ate her dinner savoring every mouth full, while wondering what other classes to take, may be spelling? Some of the others were now asking after Branth as they hadnt seen him for a while. After she had finished and taken her leave of the others at the table, she set out to find Kharia and learn more about the trip to Cormy. :D
Malendor... 09-30-03, 09:06 AM	He didn't show up for class. Nobody had seen him for days. Yet he was still here....watching...listening...waiting.. ....He heard about the trip to Cormy, through the chatting of students in the hallway. He decided he'd go...He headed to his private room....the one he use to share with Star before she had the babies and moved to Pern......She sent him a message saying the babies are well and his mother helps care for them....but he didn't really care.......He stormed down the hall, uncare af the fellow students he passed......
Branth 09-30-03, 09:12 AM	Branth runs down the hall, not really looking where he is going. He wanted to get to the lunch room earlier, but cleaning up after Gene's class took longer then he though. Running, not paying attention, Branth runs into some one then falls flat on his back. He looks up, then tries to shrink back in horror as he see's........
Malendor... 09-30-03, 09:47 AM	...Suddenly some little brat runs into him! Looking down Malendor see's the last person he wants to see...His braty 12 year old uncle...Branth. He glares down at him, the anger burning brightly in his eyes. "What are YOU doing here?" Malendor snarls
Branth 09-30-03, 10:15 AM	...his nephew, Malendor. The anger in Malendor's eyes is unbarable...Branth tries to back away, but can't get away fast enough....Malendor asks why he's here....Branth doesn't answer...Instead he finishes backing away, turns and runs........
Malendor... 09-30-03, 10:38 AM	o O (That brat will ruin my plans! Kill him.) ..Eyes flashes red, Malendor sends a fireball down the hall at Branth....Followed by another, and another.......With an evil laugh he dissapears..... Later: Malendor wakes in his room. He sits up and looks around, his head spinning. "How did I get here?" He wonders out loud. His head feels like he had been drinking all night, as he gingerly lays back down, trying to think of how he got to his room. Last thing he can remeber is watching Myranthor talk to that red wizard...........
Branth 09-30-03, 10:47 AM	..Running, Branth could feel the heat of the first fireball as it bares down on him. He falls to the floor, the first one grazing his back. Singed, scared, Branth prayes for a mirical as he feels the second fireball come closer........
Dager, Dementia Master 09-30-03, 03:17 PM	The deranged man took on a serios look . "Yes Gene is right about dementia summoning, but every thing is dangerous the outsided of this school is dangerous life is dangerous , but dementia creatures can protect and you don't have to go insane and after a while a thought will send monsters out no objects and narcodics, well I hope I can start soon the cabal may be gone, but there way of life will live on," Then the stood waiting still serious and focused and he throws a nightmare out of his mind behind a student before a fire ball hits him.
kulideb 09-30-03, 03:48 PM	Kulideb set off down the hall, to leave a note at the desk for Khaira asking about the trip. Branth rushed past. "That boy is always running, he will be late for his own funeral, one day," she muttered to herslf, steping out of his way. She heard raised voices and tured round to see what had happened, Branth was looking up at some man(?) Before she could help him, he was all ready backing away, the strange man started to throw fire balls, her head hurt and she passed out in a faint,her last sight was of Dager...:eek:
Dager, Dementia Master 09-30-03, 03:53 PM	The Dementist saw a woman pass out he through another horror to protect her he shot twenty chains at the fire ball throwing man "Agudo as you can see the young casters could protect the school with nightmares patrolling around this would be very good for the school," Then more chains streamed toward the other man and rushed to the injured womans side "Hello...
kulideb 09-30-03, 04:18 PM	Kulideb started to come round. "oh hello, what happened, is the boy alright", She sat up and rubbed her eyes. " Is that the sort of magic, you want to teach? Its pretty powerful stuff" she stood up then remembered her manners. " I never thanked you for saving me, I'm kulideb and I'm very pleased to meet you" she said with a smile, holding out her hand..
Gene_Kynes 09-30-03, 04:28 PM	And he was just...there, and here. Through some error of reality...Branth saw a darker-skinned Gene standing in front of the fireball's path, quickly weaving a spell, a murmuring shadowy arcane words...as for the other... He was almost considered a nightmare. He was always there...you'd close your eyes, then open them, and he'd be gone. To another observer...the smiling Gene that helped whomever he could, and the Gene that wielded that rune-encrusted, cursed blade seemed entirely different people. Each chain was deftly deflected, each end sliced cleanly. The result yielded no showy sparks, yet even a pillar of hellflame would be dwarfed by the rage visible in Gene's one red eye. "...You." Grabbing the chains, and as the Shadow Gene completes his spell, producing a large, purple-black shield around young Branth, Gene starts his own Shadow Weave spell, as a dark green light spreads through the chain...disintegrating it's lines. "...Dare." Gene's steps seemed to drown the light itself. Agudo may notice...with some discomfort...that shadows merely balance darkness and light...while darkness attempts to consume lumination. As he gets closer to the man, Gene suddenly shadowjumps between Kulideb and the Dementist. "That child was in trouble. Yet you go...to another elven child, Kulideb, with a tone of voice I didn't like. Not. At. All." Despite the blade in his hands, Gene's fist tightens. Anyone who had known Gene's kind side would be frightened to see this face of him. "Yes, all Dementists eventually go insane. All dementists depend on what they kill to summon. No Nightmares shall patrol this school. None. If you want to sell your profane spells, if you wish to cling to a dying tradition, then do so somewhere else. You've worn out your welcome by attacking one student, ignoring the plight of another, lying, and misuse of resources during an attack." If the nightmare sent to protect Kulideb neared, Gene's Shadow appears in it's form of a cloak, and wraps around the creature in ribbons, holding it in crude, psuedo-existant bonding. "You...sicken...me." And with that, Gene throws a punch at the dementist, uncharacteristically using a mixture of force and finesse.
Agudo Archmage 09-30-03, 04:36 PM	((OOC Just for fun and to let you all know....the Lobby is not near the hall where Malendor and the boy was......... BUT with that said.......... Ill go along with it.......:D )) Agudo was showing Dager around the school, and at the same time they were talking about Dager's deadly magic, that he wanted to teach to the students. "To be truthful Dager, I don’t think that your type of evil magic will be what my Light students need." Just then loud yelling could be heard down the hall. A flash of fire and more yelling. Dager in his strange attitude about death and life, ran off to see what was going on. Agudo the Headmaster followed close behind. Dager started throwing spells of chain like magic, another student of Agudo’s Kulideb was in the middle. At that moment Gene came into view and seem very upset by Dager. To the point of attacking him on school grounds.
kulideb 09-30-03, 04:43 PM	Before Kulideb could shake hands with Dager, Gene appered well a sort of Gene, but this one looked so cross, her head still hurt she must have hit it hard when she fell, for this was hard to follow, what had happened to Branth? what did Gene mean. There seemed to be some thing in the air but before she could think or say any thing else, Gene.. well hit Dager (it was very stylish) She pressed her self back against the wall, to see what would happen next.
Dager, Dementia Master 09-30-03, 04:53 PM	((Sorry about the mix up)) The man was very un happy his request shut down and he was beindg attacked for trying to protect a student and for once in his life he was angry "Well you think my magic is evil because I don't throw out cute teddy bears your school is defencless a student was attacked your own teachers are crazy never have I seen such a wretched place of predajuce people just because of magic that doesn't lie I hate to tell you Agudo, but just because it has light in the name oesn't mean it insn't harmful," With that the dementist left, but with out leaving a few giant sized four armed two legged monsters with spikes all around them and flesh that weapon and magic bounced off.
Agudo Archmage 09-30-03, 04:59 PM	Agudo was just as shocked when Dager became angrey with him. He left in a huff and left a mess behind. The Archmage of Light didnt bother attack the monsters he just closed the walls around the beasts with his Light magic. The walls being normal rock, he then cast a magic spell that sent walls and monsters to the sixth hell....not the fifth... :bump:
Gene_Kynes 09-30-03, 05:11 PM	(( Oooh! Oooh! Uh...Faceless B-no...erm...You know, those guys! Five mana for a crappy 3/2, kill target Green or White creature when it comes into play? Phrexian somethin'? )) "I think your magic is evil...because it attacks the mind of the caster. And don't bother with that prejudice crap. We really, really don't care what you resort to whining abou-" And then, the man was gone. Quickly, he looks to Kulideb...and for just a moment, everything seems black and white to her. Just for a moment. If her own will doesn't stop it, she soon appears in Khaira's class...a confused Khaira, considering how much Gene dissapears and reappears... Sheathing his blade, Gene sighs. "I understand this school isn't all-holy. you allow me and Drindin to teach classes that aren't morally perfect, but in responsible hands...can be used well. Never has there been a case of a Dementist doing good, or even non-evil acts. Forgive me if my own opinions disrupted some...things." And with that, Gene bows...before just...walking to Khaira's class, his Shadowdancing abilities utterly drained for the day.
Dager, Dementia Master 09-30-03, 05:16 PM	a note appeaed don't worry now you can call my magic evil only evil accepted dementia so dementia will be evil and the Hell Master will help after I help him destroy some crap you are next Agudo and your school ((You are talking about phrixian blood stalk and I am talkingof my characters nightmares))
Agudo Archmage 09-30-03, 05:40 PM	((OOC to Drindin and Gene, while Agudo allows teaching of the basics of ‘Death” he does not allow evil to be done. For example, No killing of a living being just so you can bring them back as a zombie……….. But teaching on how death works in the realms and how people can be brought back to life is ok ……… Now as far as ((Gene Rogue class)) is concerned they ((Students)) are learning how to be ((Spies)) for the good side and to sneak into places…. Not to take what isn’t theirs…and to learn how to disarm traps….so yes the Light school and its Cathedral is holy….Keep up the good work on your classes ..people seem to enjoy reading about them)) :angel: ………………………………………………………………………………………. After the rather dramatic moment, and strange things of evil going on. Agudo escorted Kulideb and Branth to the infirmary. Branth immediately fell a sleep and was attended to by the Clerics. “ I must apologies for the strange man Dager, and his evil ways. I was hoping Dager, could be brought to the Light. Never the less those who seek to do good, must be prepared for attacks by evil. Even in this holy place of Light. " “Yet Kulideb don’t be afraid, the Light will guide you and of course you are here to learn how to defend yourself from….. well people like Dager and his trickery." Agudo smiles at the young woman and trys to give her the confidance that she does not need to fear evil.
Khaira 09-30-03, 10:11 PM	She looks to Gene, smiling at some memory... "Oh, you must not have been here when I first announced - we shall make our journey to the land of Cormyr, for a tour. Have you any questions? If you do, you can walk with me to the Dining Hall...I find myself starved after all of these preparations!" And with that she walks out of the room and to the Hall at a quick, woman-on-a-mission type of pace. She idly wonders if there will be any other who will want to come...
Gene_Kynes 09-30-03, 11:03 PM	His face fell. "Cormyr?! Er..." He started walking with the bardess, quickly forgetting the troubles earlier in the day. "You're...you're sure you want to take us there, Mi-er...do I have t'call you Miss outside of class? Anyway...are you..sure...Cormyr? Waterdeep's nice. Neverwinter's nice. But...Cormyr?" Ugh. I'm going...to...get kicked out of school if...they see a single poster that one of my...devoted fans left. Ugh.
Drindin 10-01-03, 12:11 AM	Drindin walked in, and read the rather, horrific note. "Hmm... perhaps this is no good thing? Your school is well defeneded, and I assure you... I will begin the study of war-spelling, so that I may help you more so. I have decided against the teaching of the basics of creating and summoning undead... I think the students, if they so wish, can teach themselves that after a few years of adventuring. The gods will bless them with the knowledge, if such is their calling. I have written out the certificats, and will be handing them out appropriatley, they are now, by my standards, certified clerics of my chosen domains. They will begin their journeys soon, if that is alright with you." Drindin looks around. "Well, I best get myself familiar with the Terrain, if I will be guarding from siege..." ((OOC: I'll just assume if a war is to happen, it will happen in a different thread!))
Khaira 10-01-03, 12:12 AM	Khaira notices Gene's discomfort, but she seems to think it's only jitters - or maybe she wants to have fun with Gene... "No there is no need to call me "miss" at any time. As I've said before, I despite formalities. Don't worry, Gene, we're all going to be newcomers to Cormyr...it will be a fun experience, don't worry! and I'm sure you've been to Waterdeep and Neverwinter - Cormyr would be a nice, new experience. Then again, I've always wanted to visit Zakhara as well...hm...are you sure you don't want to take a trip to Cormyr?" She smirks at Gene, and for a moment, she has that "I know what's going" expression reflected in her eyes, complimented by a mischevious glint...
kulideb 10-01-03, 07:29 AM	Kulideb looked at Gene with a puzzeled expresion, she wasnt sure what was going on but it felt as if some thing was trying to drag her into the shadows. She focused her mind on staying were she was. As she opened her eyes again, she saw Gene walking away, Archmage Agudo was taking to her and telling her everthing was going to be fine, he then led her self and Branth off to the infirmary, (she could do with her head looking at she thought!) After the healer had fussed round her for a while and she had told him for the hundredth time that she was ok now ,she set off to find Khaira or some one who knew more about the trip. As she walked down the marble hall way, she listened to the voices of the other students caught in snatches as she passed them, it seemed Mister Drindin was already working on better security. She really hoped that every thing would work out, it was such a pretty building, just the right sort of atmosphere for learning in, even with a few strange goings on. She was quite lost in thought as she made her way a long...
Malendor... 10-01-03, 09:36 AM	LATER, Much Later: Malendor walks from his room to the dining hall, whistling a happy tune. Other students back out of his way, giving him the evil eye. At first he doesn't notice, till he comes across a section of hallway that the janitors are cleaning the singe off the walls. When he asks one of them what happened, the yell at him to get out of here and not cause anymore trouble. Confused, Malendor walks away, listening to mumbles of "Headmaster should exspell that trouble maker". Getting to the dining room takes longer then usual, with all the missing sections of hall way and stuff. Finally getting there Malendor notices it's empty, sighs, gets some food and sits to eat.
kulideb 10-01-03, 09:55 AM	She couldnt find Khaira and the people she did talk to only seemed to know as much as she did about the trip. Her tummy started to grumble, "it must be that stuff the healer made me drink and all the exitment" she set off to the dinning room, which took a little longer than normal as she had to take the long way round. still it gave her a chance to see more of the school, The dinning room is empty, no not quite as she looks around she see Malendor, thats what the other students called him. She couldnt belive that he would just sit there eating calm as if nothing had happened. She was about to leave when her tummy rumbled again...
Drindin 10-01-03, 09:57 AM	Drindin suddenly apparated next to malendor... either that he entered very quietly. "You know, they say you can take the man out of the dragon, but you can't take the dragon out of the man. In this case you can't take the red out of a Red Dragon. "You attacked somebody recently, Malendor... and I'm not quite sure why. You've been acting strange ever since we pulled you and Myranthor out of that portal. I'm not sure what happened, but whatever it was, it seems to have awakened what I might call... your dark side. Something is trying to get out of you, what is it?"
kulideb 10-01-03, 10:02 AM	Kulideb hoped that he hadnt heard her tummy, Drindin had appeared by Malendor, she had only looked away for a second, she knew it wasnt very nice to listeren in to other peoples conversations but some how she couldnt help her self. She just hoped her tummy would stay quite....
Malendor... 10-01-03, 10:32 AM	Malendor turned to Drindin, his blue eyes whirling in confusion. "What do you mean? I attacked some one? (Malendor puts down the sandwich his holding) I ...I don't understand. Is that why everyone's evoiding me lately? I don't remember attacking anyone..........(His eyes flicker red o O(He's getting to close to me, I must stop his questions!) o O(No leave him alone! Leave me alone!) then back blue again in a blink of an eye.) Honestly, I don't remeber anything except waking up in my room this morning" Malendor seems honestly confused by Drindin's questions, like he truely has no clue.
Branth 10-01-03, 10:43 AM	After a much needed nap, Branth wakes to find himself in the infirmary. Blinking away his confusion suddenly he remebers the fireballs coming after him! Gasping in fear, then relizing he was safe, Branth remebers who did that to him. o O(Malendor? But why? Yes we never got along, but not enough so he'd attack me. His eyes....oh gods his eyes where scary. Red...blood red.....I've never seen eyes like that before...I wondor what causes it? Maybe I should call my sister?...No...he'd never forgive me then......Talk to the headmaster?.......Maybe.....) Branth falls asleep again as he tries to think of a way to help Malendor, without appearing to help him.
kulideb 10-01-03, 11:01 AM	Kulideb pressed herself in the shadows (to much time with Gene she thought to her self) The conversation was hard to follow as she was to far away to hear all that was said... did Malendors eyes chage colour. no it must just be the light from the stained glass may be a cloud had passed over, she really should leave before some one else comes she steps back trying to be quite...
Dager, Dementia Master 10-01-03, 03:39 PM	another note apeared in the crner of a room To my dear friend Agudo, Thank you for sending my weak and pathetic testers to the fifth hell it is quite nice there it is so funny how much you remind me of the Order who were doomed and evil, but they didnot show it your friend Dager
Drindin 10-01-03, 05:58 PM	Drindin nodded. "I figured as much... I believe that because of your honest attempts at betraying most red dragons nature, which is being inherently evil and bathing in the darkness of chaos, your soul has split in two. One part of you is obviously good, and shows more frequently, and the other part of you is obviously evil, lashing out for no obvious reason, though more often than not hidden."
Gene_Kynes 10-01-03, 06:00 PM	Gene frowned, seemingly unhindered by the look in her eyes. "Ah...but...erm...Cormyr? Are you...sure? Nothing I can do to change your mind?" He sets his pace with hers, his tattered cloak soon dissapearing as they passed a cathedral arch.
Myranthor 10-01-03, 06:30 PM	Slowly walking, holding an open book in front of his tired eyes, Iapproached the dining room, unaware of his immediate surroundings. However, his concentration was pretty much challenged. He heard, within the shouting voices of the crowded corridors, that the first one he met on Toril attacked, senselessly, a young child. Such news were enough to make anybody curious, anxious, but they were even more terrible from my point of view, for I could clearly remember the time when such a small boy looked fearfully at the red dragon. *BUMP* "Humpf, sorry mi..." muttered I, leaving the comfort of the draconic writibngs I was deciphering to meet the fine, angular features of a young elven woman. "My apologies, miss" repeated I. " Is that an impression, or did I never encounter you precedently on these hallowed grounds. And what are you doing exactly, sneaking like that from the dining room?" Silencious, I made my way to the porch, eyeing in the hall to see Drindin coldly speaking to a strange, uncomfortable Malendor. Eschewing Kulideb's respect and good education, I crouched, looking at the unlikely pair formed by the dragon and the cleric. "Say, woman, what did I miss?" I asked, grinning mischievously.
Malendor... 10-01-03, 08:15 PM	Malendor's eyes go red, blue, red, blue....his expression changing with each changing color first angery, then sad. o O( His coming to close, Kill Him NOW! NOOOO...Leave HIM ALONE, LEAVE ME ALONE No! Your mine! And always will be! NO Never, leave me Be! ) Finaly Malendor answers Drindin, his anger showing in his voice, "I have no clue what your talking about! First you say I attacked some one, which I never did! Then you say I'm evil! I don't know why you people think this! I don't know why everyone's avoiding me! But I'm sick of being accused of doing things I haven't done!" With that Malendor punches the table, breaking it in two, then turns to leave the dining room.......... o O(Yes...Yes....thats it...let your anger rule you...soon I'll have complete control of you...then the fun really begins.........)
Drindin 10-01-03, 09:23 PM	drindin looked at Malendor, then calls out to him. "If you do not believe me, then perhaps you should pay a visit to the infermary." With that, Drindin takes a seat, observing the menu for something to eat.
Malendor... 10-01-03, 10:25 PM	Malendor doesn't seem to hear Drindin, or notice the two people huddled at the door as he walks out, though those two can clearly see what happens next. Malendor's eyes become a confused array of blue and red, the red slowly taking over the blue.....He faces Myranthor, but seems to look straight through him....Suddenly he collapses to the floor, but before anyone can react his prone body dissappears! Elsewhere: In a hall way where a few students gathered, talking about classes they took today he appears....Eyes an angery red as he glares at them...Without warning he lashes out...baseball sized fireballs go everywhere, at anyone......he walks, throwing fireballs at everything.....then suddenly as he came, dissappears, leaving chaos behind him..... Much later: Malendor again awakes in his room, confusion showing in his blue eyes as he looks around. o O(How did I get here? Last thing I remeber I was talking to that teacher in the dining room......) He looks down at his robes, smells fire on them..... o O(What the........?)
Khaira 10-01-03, 10:37 PM	Originally posted by Gene_Kynes Gene frowned, seemingly unhindered by the look in her eyes. "Ah...but...erm...Cormyr? Are you...sure? Nothing I can do to change your mind?" He sets his pace with hers, his tattered cloak soon dissapearing as they passed a cathedral arch. "Convince me of some other place of equal interest and intrigue, and I'll consider it. Why the sudden dislike of Cormyr?" She smirks that knowing smirk, as she gazes at Gene as they walk together into the Dining Room. Whispering, she says to Gene,"Let me guess - you happened through Cormyr, once upon a time, didn't you, Gene? Don't worry, you can tell me - I was once a young, foolish...well, I led a shady background once, long ago. You are not so different than I, is that not correct, Gene?" Khaira looks at Gene, not as a reprimanding teacher nor as a superior, but as an equal
Agudo Archmage 10-01-03, 10:45 PM	It was a sad day indeed at the Agudo school of Light and Magic. Twice in one day students had been attacked, all reported to be Malendor doing. The clerics of Light had three students in the infirmary, all badly burned, the dwarven workers were just fixing the wall, from the last battle. When this new violent act took place, in the same hallway. The fairies that fly around the school, were the first to report the incident to Agudo. But the dwarfs and other students, soon came running into his office with same news. The Headmaster had to do something he had hoped would never come. The day he may have to suspend a student from the school. On top of it all, the son old and dear friend as well, Ruthia Lady Hoot rode on the Archmage of Light shoulder, as he walked the long staircase to the upper tower to Malendor’s room. Agudo could have opened the door, but choose to knock instead. And as he does knock on the door he speaks “Maledor it’s the Headma…its Agudo and Lady Hoot…we need to talk”
Malendor... 10-01-03, 10:49 PM	Agudo's knock get's no answer.......Malendor doesn't hear it...... ((If Agudo just opens the door)) Malendor is face first on the floor, hardly breathing, not moving.... ((If Agudo doesn't open the door)) The lack of response may anger the headmaster.....but maybe Malendor left on his own??? ((Your choice, left you a PM))
Agudo Archmage 10-01-03, 11:02 PM	((OOC Got the PM no prob on the story you got going)) Agudo waited and waited, he could have used flashy magic and came right into the room. Or open a teleport right under Malendor, and had him slam hard on to the floor of Agudo's office. But that was not how he wanted to treat his students more like his own children. Agudo was powerful yes, but it was more than just a title of Archmage of Light. He had wisdom, understanding, that came with the name. Lady Hoot spoke up. "Maybe we should go in? It may be easyer on him, if we do." Agudo took out his master key, not that he needed it, but out of respect for the students, he used it. As he open the door and looked around he called out. "Malendor....Malen.... Oh my!" Agudo and Hoot rush to the poor boy. "Malendor! what has happen?" Lady Hoot was already working on him, trying to wake him with her Clerical skills
Drindin 10-01-03, 11:03 PM	Drindin apparates beside agudo. He kept his own voice low enough that Malendor could not hear him. "Sir agudo, may I be the voice of reason? Indeed it is clear that you want to help the young dragon, but there is no denying the nature of a Red Dragon. Red dragons are devious and chaotic by nature... it is one thing to change a white dragon, but I fear reds can never be changed. We must banish him from the school... or at least allow me to employ some dwarves so we can dig out a lair, and keep him in there at least until he either manages to surpress this nature... or until we can find a psion powerful enough to preform a Psychic Chirgurey on him to remove the impulses."
Malendor... 10-01-03, 11:10 PM	Malendor lays unresponsive, unaware that People disscuse his future above him, unaware of anything........ He does not respond to Lady Hoots Clerical skills. The only movement, besides the slow beatting of his heart and ragged breaths, is his eyes. First Red, then blue, then back again, constantly changing..... o O ( Yes Yes! I've got you now! You can't fight it anymore! No!!!!!! I will fight, I must fight.... You can't win, I OWN you! your mine you pityful scum... I will use you to lure your pathitic runt of a mother out of hiding, then I will kill her..Using her own SON! nnnnoooo..........)
Agudo Archmage 10-01-03, 11:12 PM	The Headmaster is holding Malendor, when Drindin speaks to him. "I... Dig... Lets see if we can revive him before we dig a hole in the ground for him." He looks down and Malendor, then back up at Drindin. "I understand what your saying about Red dragons but let us deal with this medical emergancy first." Agudo spoke to Lady Hoot "Anything? is he alive?"
Malendor... 10-01-03, 11:22 PM	Lady Hoot. gets no response..just more Eye color changing
Gene_Kynes 10-01-03, 11:28 PM	He watched her, tiredly, cautiously, before leaning in to whisper. "I did go through Cormyr. Had to teach a guy that talk was cheap and lives were expensive. Dark times, Mis-...Khaira. Dark times. And...I..." His frown lingers on his features. He then touches a hand to his neck. "Fifty thousand, for this. A drop of crimson fluid into the pool turned into a blood wake, and...several court members were outraged. I...look alot older, but..." He sighs softly. Withdrawing from the lean, he looks around the Hall. "And now you know why...M-..Khaira. I...would like to go to Cormyr, simply to see the palace...from the inside...one last time, yet it'd be...difficult to explain why you're travelling with a traveller of the Crimson Road, no?" He glances over to his usual seat at the Dining Hall, the most secluded part of the room he can find....one usually vacant when he isn't occupying one of it's seats.
Agudo Archmage 10-01-03, 11:40 PM	Lady Hoot looked back at Agudo,” he is alive but, all I can get is his eyes to open, and they keep changing shades.” "We shall take him to the infirmary” He said to Hoot, normally Agudo liked to walk wherever he went, but this was an emergency. Without even mumbling a spell or saying a word out loud, the Archmage of Light magically moved everyone in Malendor’s room, to appear in the infirmary. The pure white Light dissipated and Malendor was instantly being treated by the several Clerics. Agudo thought about going to his office, and using his crystal ball to contact Ruthia. But waited to see if more Clerics could do something.
Malendor... 10-01-03, 11:52 PM	Only response that the clerics could get was his eyes finally stopped changing colors, they went colorless.... One of the Clerics walked over to the headmaster after shining a light in Malendor's eyes. "Regretfully Headmaster, we can find no cause for this student's condition. We believe that he has fallen in to a coma at this time, due to lack of response in his eyes. We don't believe we can revive him. Not to presume to much Headmaster, but prehaps it is best to contact his parents?" After saying that the Cleric bows his head respectfully, then walks over to Malendor's bed side. Pretending to check Malendor's pulse, the Cleric whispers in Malendor's ear "I win." Malendor....unable to respnd in any physical way, can only scream in his trapped mind......praying that some one will help him before his mother arrives.........
Drindin 10-02-03, 12:14 AM	Drindin started watching from the sidelines. "Hmm..." suddenly, drindin started walking off with a great haste, heading where, no one knew!
kulideb 10-02-03, 04:07 AM	Kulideb almost shouted out when the stranger crept up on her( now I'm in for it!) But instead of telling her off he wanted to know what had happened. She did her best to fill him in on bits he had'nt heard, ( then kicked her self, she knew nothing of this man). After Malendor had stormed off, (and she was right about his eyes changing colour!) she stood up and exused her self to her co-spy. Gene and Khaira passed her, she was just about to ask about the trip, but they seemed deep in conversation, and it would be rude to but in! She headed to Mister Drindin, but before she got to his seat he was up and off and by the look on his face he didnt want to be interupted. Her tummy gave a loud grumble reminding her of why she had come to the dinning room. She was just about to sit down when she thought she had beter find a chair with a table that wasnt broken... now what shall I have to eat...
Branth 10-02-03, 10:22 AM	Branth wakes up to hear a slight comotion near him, behind one of the other curtains. He stands up, dresses, and walks towards the curtain. In some of the other beds he see's more victums of Malendor's rage, most ok now, but some badly burned. He finally gets to the end of the room, where the first thing he see's is HeadMaster Agudo and the Lady Hoot. Sneaking a peek around the curtain, he see's Malendor is the patient! He is in time to hear the Cleric tell headmaster that Malendor is in a coma and that Agudo should call Ruthia. Branth watches, for some reason he doesn't trust this cleric.....
Abysmal 10-02-03, 10:31 AM	In this school, are there any room for the black magicians? I wish to join your school Agudo, because you seem wise. But balance should be upheld, both evil and good accepted. If you wish I shall not be a part of this I will leave. But its a great wish of mine, to study the arts of the other realms, and the art of black magic.
Agudo Archmage 10-02-03, 12:54 PM	The place was full of people, many Clerics attending to the needs of the patients. The majority though was with Manlendor. A Cleric that Agudo had never seen before walks up to him saying there was nothing they could do. The Headmaster thought he knew all the Clerics, but that was only a passing concern. For the Light mage was thinking what this new Cleric was saying already. That he should contact Ruthia, and inform her of the situation. As this conversation was taking place, the smallest gnomes in the Realms. Called “flower Gnomes,” do to their three-inch size bodies. they had on the classic red hats and blue cloths on, and their faces had plump rosy cheeks. They were walking all over Malendor, using all sorts of gizmos, from measuring the boy’s body, to checking his heartbeat. One yelled out that she was going in, and with a string tied to Malendors toth worked her way down. The only thing Agudo could hear was words like, {Garlic breath and Brimstone smell} just then she stuck her head out, and said she couldn’t find anything wrong here. But what really surprised Agudo, was when the tiny Gnome; wanted permeation to do a full rear end examination. Fortunately Lady Hoot spoke up, “It is the opinion of myself and the other Clerics that Malendors body is fine. The problem has been narrowed down to his head. As to what’s causing his lack of response, has yet to determined.” “I see” the Headmaster said and fitfully brushed at his blue and white robe, then he tugged at his short blond beard, as he thought about what had happen. Realizing he could not put this of any longer, he decided to contact Ruthia, the mother of Malendor. Within a few minutes of walking to his office, he was seated behind a cherywood table with colorful cbue crystal ball on it. Agudo looked deep into the crystal and mumbled a few arcane words. The blue color turned to a ice blue mist on the crystal ball, minutes seem to pass before it cleared to reveal the enchanting Ruthia she stood in front of her magic mirror, that showed Agudo speaking to her. The conversation was pleasant but short, and to the point. He explained the best he could about what had been happening to Malendor. Not just today, but the last few weeks, from reports that he got from Malendor’s teachers and friends. Ruthia made it clear that it would take at least a day, to get to the school with her dragon magic. Agudo promised to take care of Malendor as well as possible until she arrived. ((OOC a little comical fun, on what might have happen when Agudo called)) At first a white a blue mist could only be seen, then Babe Ruth the baseball player then Ruth Ginsberg the Supreme Court justice then a busy signal…. Blast! I knew I should never have paid for that Internet connection, for Ruthia. She spends all day on that thing. :ayyyy!:
Agudo Archmage 10-02-03, 01:09 PM	Latter the Headmaster was waiting outside the school, near the front gate. For Ruthia to arrive, Abysmal came walking up the road and spoke to Agudo. he asked that evil be allowed into the school, so that some strange balance he wanted, could be up held. "I am sorry Sir, but after the Dager situation, and being that this is a school for those of the Light. I could not let you join, you would have to become pure good. By turning away from your dark magic. Please come back when you have turned your life to the Light”
Abysmal 10-02-03, 01:14 PM	I see. But im not as arrogant as Dager. Im a peaceful magus. I would never allow any damage to this place, neither will I fight any of the students. I urge you to reconsider. But if you stand untouchable, ill leave peacefully, of course.
Agudo Archmage 10-02-03, 01:28 PM	The Archmage of Light decided to sit on a bench, near the front gate of the school. As he spoke with Abysmal. He picked up some freshly picked berries that were in a silver bowl. The Light mage offered some to the applicant, and then continued the conversation. “It is good to hear of your desire, to be peaceful, and yes I know there is Lawful evil people out there. That follow laws and rules, not because they want to be good, but because they like regulations; so that they can control others, and manipulate them. Agudo drank some Elvin Sweet water and continued, and as he did so he looked deep into the man eyes. “Yet it would be wise for you to throw away, all your dark magic. Freeing your soul from the lust of power that the dark magic offers. Instead embrace the warmth of the Light. Seeking to do good for others, just for the satisfaction of being kind and humble.”
Abysmal 10-02-03, 01:34 PM	"It is very unpolite not to offer your guest some of that fine wine :). I am just kidding, but a sip would be nice." "You see, my case is like this: I dont trust love. Its a weak emotion. Trust is a week emotion. If you trust and love somebody it will always end with, A) They betray you, B)They die, leaving you shattered, C) Your feelings for them make you give up your own life, or ruins your plans career. For example, if I had a wife i loved, and somebody had a sword on her kneck, i would surrender and get killed. So im not the scheming, kind of type, trying to take over the world, im the careless guy, who just likes black magic. Black magic has all the important stuff, offensive (spells) and defensive (summoning). But that doesnt mean I am not a truthful human being. So you cannot ask me to leave the black magic, it is already a part of me. It is me, as you would never leave good magic for evil"
Agudo Archmage 10-02-03, 02:07 PM	Agudo looked at the water he was drinking, and raised an eyebrow. “I know you were joking Sir, but I don’t drink wine, just the water, or juice, even an occasional Hobbit tea.” Just then a cute flying fairy came up, holding a new cup full of grape juice, for Abysmal. “Anyway,” “Agudo said” You can leave evil if you wanted to be good and kind.” “ As far offensive magic. Dark magic offers only death spells, like making zombies and lich things.” “ The Light has its own offensive spells, some you may or may not know how to do. Such as your basic fireball, or Time Stop spell, that is not dark magic, that is Light magic.” “Now as far as your points on love. I believe there is no wrong answer…….. “ Either you can put down your sword and hope for the best or charge at the evildoer. If the woman you love lives or dies; in either case, it was because you were strong at heart. NOT! selfish, for power of the darkness in evil magic.” “You have said that power is more important than a relationship.” Agudo stops and once again looks deep into Abysmal eyes. “Evil always is defected because it has no loyalty, no true friends. Unity in love and family will triumph over your kind in the end. Just look at “History” Agudo says this as he takes out his own book he is writing on the subject. Humbly titled (History of the Realms by Agudo.) As you can see in the regions of Ice wind dale, with Drizzit fighting the Drow queen; to a band of heroes defeating Servok in Baldurs Gate.” “ Evil was stopped not by might, but by love and friendship. People standing together, against powerful evil, yet through loyalty, a bound of love they worked together, no matter what.” “In fact its evil that is always betrayed by its kind, for greed and power is never enough to die together. Your dark-magic followers will always leave you, when you need them most.” Agudo stood and put his hand on Abysmal. “What do say? give me your dark magic books and allow me to purify your Heart with the Light. I promise you, it is better to be loved than to be rich and alone.”
Abysmal 10-02-03, 02:16 PM	I.. I can't... I mean... I.. I don't want to.. It is a part of me! *Abysmal stands up* If you try to force me in to taking my power, you are not a symbol of liberty and freedom as the white mages are supposed to be!! You are not a saint.. *Abysmal falls to his knees crying* .. You are a demon.. Just as... Just as myself... *Abysmal hides his face in his hands and sobs silently*
Agudo Archmage 10-02-03, 02:23 PM	Agudo bends down and holds the crying man. “Now, now no one wants to force you, only true believers can come to the Light. Not by force but by Love.” Come now my friend give me your dark spell books, and allow me to guide you to a family; that will not leave you for gold or power”
Abysmal 10-02-03, 02:28 PM	It sounds like a dream... *Wiping his eyes, Abysmal recollects his dignity* And as all dreams, they are unreal! There is no such thing as love! Only treachery, hate and... pain.. *Abysmal stares blankly into the ground as if relieving memories. A single tear run downs his cheek* How can u possibly, promise me that things would better as a good mage? I can't practise white magic.. I would have to start from scratch.. it would be my young days all over again.. *Once again he stares fixedly into the ground, relieving memories*
Agudo Archmage 10-02-03, 03:05 PM	The Archmage of Light, smiles and hands the grape juice that the faire was holding to Abysmal. “Here drink this, it will at least relive your bodily thirst. Yet your spiritual thirst can only be quenched by the Light.” “We all have painful memories, but it depends on how you look at them that changes, over time.” Agudo pauses as he try’s to say the words. “You see I may look like a young mage in my twenty or is it thirties?…Oh well!… The point is I am over two hundred years old, and have died many times.” “ You see I loved a woman named Aerie and I am happy to say, that she is my wife to this day. Yet another wanted me, a dark drow named Viconia. She thought I had left her to be raped by an evil man. I tried to tell her that I could only save Aerie at the time, not because I wanted to leave Viconia behind.” “Sadly she would not listen to me, even though I tried to tell her that I did go back for her” “But only after she killed me, did she realize I did not abandon her. It was Viconia own trickery and lust for power, and her foolish deal, with that evil person; that caused her doom.” Viconia repented and turned to the Light, and even became my friend again, after those I loved; reanimated me, thanks to the Light” Agudo did not speak, as he held back the sadness he felt “Yet here I am, younger than before, but as you can see I am not a Litch or Zombie, nor have I taken someone else’s body. That is the only eternal life dark magic offers, being a dead thing, or stilling something that’s not yours.” “ Then that stolen body dies faster of old age anyway, because your soul does not belong in it. And you then have to murder again, and again, for a longer life.” But with the Light, there is creation, being born, in the Light is a whole new life in itself. Life can only come from the Light my friend.” You may lose some power, but you will gain freedom and happiness….. Besides if you’re truly talented in magic. You will grow quickly in your Light skills, but be warned!…Wisdom is the true power in magic.” Now come Abysmal, take a chance on a new life in family that cares. Give me the dark magic books, and allow me to purify your heart with the Light”
Abysmal 10-02-03, 03:15 PM	I am older than the eyes sees too, master, though I dont remember anything from my previous lives. Except for the most horrible memories. I have decided to follow your path, as a mage of the light. Here.. *Abysmal hands Agudo his witchcraft books, reluctantly. Also his black robes (He covers himself in a blancket, dont worry :)) and his staff and dagger. Last, he gives Agudo a little black diamond*
Agudo Archmage 10-02-03, 03:43 PM	A broad smile came over Agudo and he gave the man hug. The Light mage then took the dark magic books the dark ring, and cloths, he then snapped his fingers, and a bright Light in gulfed them. “Now for some cloths and to purify your soul and body” Agudo took Abysmal inside and introduced him to Elvina in the Lobby. She smiled and welcomed the new student, she asked him for his name, and so she could right it down, in the lobby book. She also gave him the school cloths “Blue and White” and some scrolls and tombs for his classes on Light and Magic. But before Agudo took Abysmal to his room, he led him into the Cathedral of Light. The green marble on the floor, looked like green grass; and the blue marble pillars with the white marble walls, gave this spectacular Cathedral a breath-taking feel. The stained glass windows of many colors shine brightly on all who enter Lady Hoot the wise white owl, was waiting in the front for them. She stood next to a pool of pure spiritual water. Agudo without taking off his cloths, walks into the pool with Abysmal. Agudo spoke loudly. “From this day forth! You shall no longer be called Abysmal! Let it be written your name shall be (Sanctus the Redeemed) He then dunk Sanctus in the water, and brought him up. A Large group of people cheered and clapped. Many giving him hugs. Then Agudo calls for a guide Fairy to take { Sanctus the Redeemed} to his room to get freshen up. The little “Fairy” takes him to the rear “Right Tower” and through the large dinning hall on the first floor. It seems very festive as everyone greets each other and sit down for breakfast. Sanctus can hear several “Bards” singing and playing with exotic instrument at the front of the dinning hall. A young “Dwarf” nearby is asking everyone who would like to join the school “music class,” by signing up on a parchment; that is hanging on a nearby wall, with a few other notices. The little fairy tells ( Sanctus the Redeemed) that his room is up the stairs on his right with his name on the door. Sanctus finds his private room easy enough, and sees that its roomy and well decorated, with “Gnome” handcrafted wood, of all exotic styles. In the corner is a large oak wooden role top desk, for his books and scrolls, and in the middle is a hand carved wooden bed; capable of sleeping six humans or one large giant. like everything in this school of “Light’ is furnished in great detail of fine craftsmanship and has all the finest amenities for a “Midevel Time period.” Such as a private washroom, with its own hand water pump; and hot water even comes out of the ornate designed iron tub. Sanctus scratches his head ? why would they do that? do they boil soup in the tub to! ((OOC THANKS FOR JOINING I HAD FUN WITH THE POSTS WE DID))
kulideb 10-02-03, 03:49 PM	Kulideb thought that listerning in on other peoples conversations was becoming a bit of a habit! but at least her skill was improving! master Gene would be proud of her well sort of if this had been in class and not for real, she wiped a tear from her eye and watched as the two men walked off, she really did like happy endings and better still new beginings. She stood up and brushed her self down then set off to her room, she had a meeting later that would hopefully be enlightening....
ruthia 10-02-03, 03:53 PM	Ruthia sits in front of her mirror, combing her waist lenght white hair, when suddenly the image blears and changes to that a a man dressed in blue and white robes! At first scared that she had been transformed into this affull image ;), she relaxes when she relizes it's her good friend Agudo the Archmage of Light! When he first tells her there is trouble at school, she figures that her little brother has been causing trouble again. But then Agudo explains that it's Malendor, then briefly explains all that has happened. Frighten for her son's safety, as well as the safety of others, Ruthia promises to be there as soon as she can. She quickly dresses to travel, leaves a note for her husband stating that she'll be away for a few days, then walks outside ....... A Day Later Agudo stands outside speaking to Abysmal. Abysmal had just given up his robes and books, and they had headed into the school, when a shimmering white dragon appears out of nowhere above the school! Students panic, some can be heard screaming from the inside of the school as the dragon lands in front of the gates. When anyone looks outside again instead of a white dragon they see a woman dressed in a white travlers cloak and carrying a bag.
kulideb 10-02-03, 04:00 PM	She almost made it back to the building when she heard a lot of screaming, she turned around but couldnt see what had caused such a fuss, (that will teach me to pay more attention!) all she could see was a lovely lady dressed in a white cloak, she set off back inside the school...
Opaque Divinity 10-02-03, 04:07 PM	I will not take the name Abby, and you know why agudo :). Ill be known as Sanctus *The former Abysmal greets everybody humbly. When he have pondered long time enough about the miracles of his room, he tries to find Agudo. Questions are swirling inside his head, emotional as practical*
Agudo Archmage 10-02-03, 04:24 PM	((OOC ok It wasnt easy.... but I changed my last post from Abby to Sanctus!........and yes I know why you didnt like Abby! The reason is....................)):censored: :rofl:
Gene_Kynes 10-02-03, 04:37 PM	It was creepy, almost etheral, how much Gene knew about minor going on's in the school. Where there was light, which was in abundance on these grounds, there would always be shadow. And from these shadows, the warped recollections of conversations, sights, and actions...all sounds took time to deicpher, and all image was in black and white...Gene drank in knowledge. Naturally, he didn't set up these recon shadows in very private areas, such as bath houses, or bedrooms...but they still penetrated deep into the school. And once again...naturally...he had set up these silent beings up as a test, to both the Mages who may have to defend this place, to his own students, and even to Agudo's ability to percieve such things. As he passed another Dining Hall shadow, another message reached him. A dragon, a robed man, a blanket, Agudo, a warped scream. Focusing the potent ability, the scene then played out properly, the sounds now being identifible. He smiled. I like that guy. Isn't convinced that he's the best alive, and that we need him. Can accept his past. Generally nice. I think...I'll be able to get along with this...man better. He resists the urge to smile, which would only draw suspicion from the Elven bard, however....his nature warned him to take in the possibility of a Sleeper... (( Welcome, Abyssmal/Divinity! :) ))
Ryan,The Blade of Dragons 10-02-03, 05:04 PM	A voice in Agudo's head is went on Agudo if you can still come and Ruthia if you will we have marked a spot all you need to say is arSokhidjkaole it sounds strange, but it will work see you I hope sorry for leaving soon.
Drindin 10-02-03, 06:09 PM	Drindin then came walking down the hallway, the lights fading as he neared. The students at this point began viewing drindin as some apparition of wee-jas... only problem was that he's a male, where as wee-jas is female, but many of the students were not aware of this flaw. The true reason, however, was because of the three peculiar looking, light sensitive dwarves following him. Their skin was a pale grey, with a purple hue. They seemed sensitive to the light. One of the dwarves had white hair, another purplish black, and the last had hair seeming somewhere between the two. They lacked the long, elaboratley braided beards of the high dwarves, instead having a moustache with a moderate beard. He brought them into the infirmatory, and the lights instantly dimmed. Drindin motioned to Malendor. "That's him, something seems to be wrong with his mind. If I understand correctly, you are psionically innate, correct?" They each nodded. "Can one of you perform a Psychic Chirgurey, or something, and see if you can find out WHAT is wrong?" The dwarf with purplish black hair nodded, and walked over to malendor, placing his fingers onto malendors temples.
Lioth 10-02-03, 06:45 PM	"The buzz around the school is that your mother's coming Malendor" a voice hisses in Malendor's ear, a voice he alone has been hearing for months now " Yes, she now know's her preciuos baby boy is Turning into a big bad red dragon! And now she's come to save her baby, come to her DOOM!" the voice moves away from Malendor's ear, cackling evilly just as Drindin appears with his dwarves. The cleric backs away, shakes his head sadly and says to Drindin.. "I hope they can find something, he is beyond my help. I just prey he doesn't awake and do something horrible, like he has before." The cleric leaves the room.........
Malendor... 10-02-03, 07:07 PM	Originally posted by Lioth "The buzz around the school is that your mother's coming Malendor" a voice hisses in Malendor's ear, a voice he alone has been hearing for months now " Yes, she now know's her preciuos baby boy is Turning into a big bad red dragon! And now she's come to save her baby, come to her DOOM!" the voice moves away from Malendor's ear, cackling evilly just as Drindin appears with his dwarves. Malendor's mind screams in torment. He can see....people??.....hovering around his bed. Cool fingure touch his temples....He tries to scream out to the person touching him o O( Help me..... Stop, they can't help you... Stop him..... Shut up brat, It's to late no, she's already here! *Evil laughter cackle*..... Noo...stop him.....don't let him hurt....) The communaction stops...Malendor's mind goes completely blank....He can suddenly see his mother walking into the school.....He can't do nothing about...it's to late.......she's here....no he has to help her...can't move...can't help......
ruthia 10-02-03, 07:37 PM	Ruthia enters the school and signs in Ruthia of Pern Here to visit Agudo, and a student. She waits in the lobby.
Ryan,The Blade of Dragons 10-02-03, 09:49 PM	a noice in in Ruthias head went off "Talk to Agudo he has probaly heard something sorry we left early thought you guys... no I gave you a bad disription please come you are a dragon," then it was gone.
Drindin 10-02-03, 10:07 PM	The dwarf removed his fingers from malendor's temples. "Well, what is it? What is wrong?" The dwarf walked upto Drindin, and whispered in his ear. Drindin listened carefully, then stood straight. "We must hurry and warn agudo at once! If what he said is true, it may already be to late!" Drindin rushed down the hallway, the lights darkening as he approached them as all but one of the dwarves still followed. Soon he had reached agudo, and the lights in the lobby dimmed to almost no-visible. "Master agudo, MASTER AGUDO! Ruthia is in danger!" The remaining dwarf, the one with white hair, stayed behind, and looked down at malendor, placing his fingers onto his temple. ((He's attempting {Note the attempting!} a psychic chirgurey, trying to help surpress the evil in his mind, or at least permit malendor with movement again.))
Agudo Archmage 10-02-03, 10:35 PM	It had been a somewhat of good day, a person Sanctus had been led to the Light from darkness. On top of it Ruthia was here, Agudo wished that it were for happier reasons. He walked into the Lobby from the Cathedral of Light, and saw the lovely Ruthia. He smiled brightly and opened his arms in an embrace of friendship, as he hugged her he spoke softly. “I am glad you’re here old friend, sadly its not a happy visit though. Malendor is right this way in the infirmary. Lady Hoot has not left his side….” Just as Agudo was finish talking, Drindin came in with some gray dwarfs. “Drindin what is it?”
Lioth 10-02-03, 10:43 PM	He watches her closely. She was waiting in the lobby, waiting for the headmaster. Suddenly the lights dim, as some one shouts danger. o O (Good good, run around like idiots with your heads cut off.) With a silent whisper Lioth makes the room go from little visability to none. His advanced sight allows him to still see just fine as he sneaks up behind Ruthia, Grabs her by the throat and starts dragging her away..........
ruthia 10-02-03, 10:55 PM	Many things happen at once, First she see's Agudo heading towards her with a greeting, then she hears some one else yelling about danger as the lights dim, then go out. Suddenly she's grabbed from behind and drags her away, she struggles but it's no use, whoever has her is much stronger. She yells out, but knows that unless some one turns on the lights soon, they'll never find her......The person puts a hand over her mouth, making further yelling impossible.
Drindin 10-02-03, 11:07 PM	Suddenly, one of the dwarves yells out: "SOMEONE GRABBED THE YOUNG LADY!" "Wha!?" Drindin yells. "Agudo, something in malendors mind said that someone was coming for Ruthia... his whitedragon foster parent!"
Malendor... 10-02-03, 11:10 PM	The dwarf digging into Malendor's mind see's not so much a suppressed evil, but a suppressed good. Malendor's mind has been shoved behind a wall of sorts, all functions other then breathing and heart beat have been shut off. The grey dwarf Pushes and manages to get a little reaction, Malendor's eyes go back to blue. Anyone looking into his eyes can see a paniced, desperate look........
Agudo Archmage 10-02-03, 11:23 PM	Headmaster was just looking at Drindin and about to introduce Ruthia when the lights go out. She is grabbed from behind, and Drindin yells out , that she is in danger. Agudo turns to see his friend, being dragged away, “Let there be Light!” Agudo proclaims with his hand raised up. Like the sun itself being born in the lobby, the white Light dominates the room. The Archmage of Light rushes to Ruthia “Stop in the name of the Light!” he yells
Lioth 10-02-03, 11:28 PM	When the light comes on Lioth grins evilly and whispers in Ruthia's ear "Yes, let there be light on the subject!" When the lights come on Agudo and Drindin find that Malendor is holding his mother hostage?? And not only holding his mother hostage, but seemingly crushing the life out of her! *Malendor* grins evilly at Agudo and Drindin then says "You can't save this pathatic dragon now!"
Malendor... 10-02-03, 11:35 PM	Malendor's body suddenly goes ridged, then loose again. His arms start failing and he is yelling "NOOOOOO!" as he tries to get out of bed. But his legs are to weak and he just falls on the floor. He keeps trying, desperate to stop the terrible thing happening below.......
Drindin 10-02-03, 11:36 PM	The Dwarves cover their eyes retreating to the safety of darkness. Drindin responds by murmuring a prayer to wee-jas. *** The dwarf helped malendor up, and whispered to him to lay down and not hurt himself, Assuring him agudo and Drindin had everything under control.
Branth 10-02-03, 11:41 PM	Branth hears that his sister is hear and goes down to the lobby to see her. It's dark down there, and he stops in the doorway, unsure as wither to procedd. Suddenly it gets very light again, 2 dwarves run past him. Then he see's Malendor holding Ruthia Hostage?? He stares at the scene....something is not right with this....Suddenly he runs out to Agudo Yelling "Headmaster! That's not really......" Branths' sentence is cut off by a blast of pure energy knocking him up against the wall...........
Opaque Divinity 10-03-03, 02:08 AM	*Swiftly, his new robes swirling behind him, Abysmal enters the lobby searching for Agudo* Oh, there are you are! I wanted to ask you som.. *He then caught sight of a beautiful woman with a knife to her throat and the wierd dwarfes. Also, there where a boy lying next to him, which had been crushed up on the wall. Sanctus sees that there are several strong creatures on the hostage sitiuation and tries to help the boy instead. He gets down to his knees beside of him* Oh noo.. This is magic.. Evil, evil magic.. Gotta think.. *He searches his robes quickly, finding a little bag in a hidden pocket* Found this in my room.. Helps.. Should.. *He crushes some of the leaves in the bag and rips the boys shirt of. He finds a big scorched spot on the boys chest and he pours the powder over. First now he decides to take the boys pulse, while the healing leaves does its thing*
kulideb 10-03-03, 04:32 AM	Kulideb was on her way to the lobby to leave a note for Khaira about the trip, the loby seemed to be very busy, She handed the note over and was about to leave when the lights dimmed and all hell seemed to break out, She wasnt sure what to do so ducked down by the desk a least here she wouldnt get in Drindins way or the Archmages. As the light came back on she could see that things had gone from bad to worse. Malendor had a knife to the throat of the lady in the white cloak, just then Branth came running in he was trying to shout some sort of warrning when a blast sent him flying. She was paralyzed with fear but Opaque Divinitys entrance bought her out of it, She carefuly made her way over to the prone form of Branth and watched while Opaque Divinity tried to help him. She crouched down next to them and waited till Opaque and finished administering a powder to Branths chest. "Is there any thing I can do to help," she asked in a low whisper..
Opaque Divinity 10-03-03, 08:44 AM	It is your brother, isnt it? The blast wasnt a killing one, I can sense a dim pulse. The powder eases the pain and closes the wounds. He should recover, without permanent damage. I need to help Agudo know, but if Branth stops breathing or something like it, you must fetch me or agudo. But it shouldnt happen. Dont be worried. *Opaque Divinity runs to stand besides Agudo, holding his eyes on Lioth and the woman* Do you have a plan, master. The few white spells I have studied is no good in this situation. I only have sleep spell and a disenchant,
Drindin 10-03-03, 09:43 AM	The prayer ended, and a ball of something fired at 'Malendor', which caused his most feared nightmares to take form...
Malendor... 10-03-03, 01:39 PM	Malendor stands eventually with the help of the dwarf. The dwarf tells Malendor to lay down, everything's ok, but Malendor can't lay down. He looks at the dwarf and says "You don't understand, They don't know who their dealing with! I have to tell them before it's to late!" Malendor starts trying to walk on shaky legs out of the imfermory. Suddenyl his confronted by an angery mob of students, demanding he leave the school. Stunned, Malendor stumbles backwards, landing on his bed.....
Opaque Divinity 10-03-03, 01:45 PM	*Hearing the distant yells, Sanctus leaves Agudos side and runs towards the noise. When he reaches the room, he see the mob* This is a sacred place! Leave him alone! *The mob stands back. Sanctus runs in to the man laying on the bed* Why are they after you?
Lioth 10-03-03, 01:48 PM	"Malendor" grins as that brat, Branth, hits the wall hard. o O(Good, that will shut the brat up, now for Ruthia) Suddenly Drindin throws a ball of "Something" at "Malendor". "Malendor" grins evilly, and puts Ruthia in the path of the ball......
ruthia 10-03-03, 01:59 PM	Ruthia sturggles, but she can't get out of this strangers grip. Suddenly she is hit by a ball of "Something" and her vision blures.... She can see the person holding her....It's Malendor??? But why would he hurt her?? Confused and suddenly very frightened, she starts doing something she has never done before, crying and pleading for mercy...... "Please Please let me go son. What ever I did I didn't mean to do, just please let me go!" "Malendor" Laughs and says "No you must pay for your crimes against Pern dragon's." Ruthia cries as she invisions all the dragon's of Pern are here, cursing her for their problems..... ((This is her biggest fear. Malendor confronting her for not doing her best......))
kulideb 10-03-03, 02:00 PM	She sat quietly next to the prone boy, she was sure his breathing seemed a bit easier, or was that just wish full thinking. Opaque, stood up, there was shouting coming from some were, she just wished that the Archmage or one of the others would do some thing to end this night mare, she went to hold Branths hand she wasnt sure if it was to bring comfort to him or for herself. She couldnt even begin to think how Ruthia was feeling.
Opaque Divinity 10-03-03, 02:01 PM	*Extremely confused, Sanctus gets back to the hostage sitiuation. He looks at Lioth acusing* Stop this madness right now! Or ill make you!
Opaque Divinity 10-03-03, 02:12 PM	*Kulideb recieves a mesage, only audible in her mind* He will be okay, but if you want to make sure, there is a herb just outside the school. It have yellow petals. If you put it in his mouth, it will go to his blood and make his blood go around normally even if the blow have damaged his heart
kulideb 10-03-03, 04:01 PM	She was glad that Sanctus had "spoken" to her. She gave Branths hand a light squeeze. And as quitely as she could (she was glad that she had payed attention in Genes class) she left the lobby and went in search of the yellow flowers. Every thing seemed so normal out side, the sun was out and there was a soft breeze, birds and butterflies danced around. part of her didnt want to go back in, but Branth had need of these flowers and in a way she needed to be useful, as she neared the lobby she took a deep breath to steady herself. Poor Branth and his sister Ruthia. She did as Gene had taught her and tried to blend into the shadows (no where near as well as he did it mind.).....
Opaque Divinity 10-03-03, 04:07 PM	Good.. Now we can only hope that your love and belief is strong- *Sanctus turned his head and gave kulideb a faint smile*
kulideb 10-03-03, 04:20 PM	She care fully crept over to Branth and did as Sanctus had said. His breathing seemed to have settled a bit, but he still hadnt woke and the wound on his chest still looked quite bad. While holding on to his hand she looked round the room again, Drindin was speaking a prayer, when he has finished a ball, well of "something" flew out towards "malendor" the rest all seemed to happen in slow motion, she could see what was about to happen but could do nothing not even shout out. She wanted to look away from what must be the end for Ruthia but her gaze seemed locked on. A prayer of her own came into her mind, one asking for some one to come to Ruthias aid....
Opaque Divinity 10-03-03, 04:26 PM	*Sanctus flung himself in front of the ball, but too late. It hit Ruthie right in the chest. But instead of flying into a wall, like branth, she just stares frightened into blank air. Malendor stands, grinning. Sanctus stands awestruck, as Ruthias life source seems to flow from her body, swiftly. Sanctus feels her forhead and can feel her cold-sweat. He mutters a prayer to an ancient goddess of another world. In a matter of seconds the prayer is over and he grabs Malendor in his shirt and takes a sword from his robes. He holds it to Malendors thoath* I am told not to end a human life, but in your case I will make an exception!
Khaira 10-03-03, 05:01 PM	Khaira, a little slow in the action, but snesing something is going on nonetheless, loosens the blades in their sheaths and heads down to where all of the action is. As she gets down there, she is shocked. "Malendor? Killing his mother? No...not Malendor...I've seen enough of enchantments to know that that is not Malendor...." She reaches into one of her pouches and slips on a Ring of True Seeing, at the same time, drawing one of her blades...
Opaque Divinity 10-03-03, 05:03 PM	Who is it, then? *Points at Malendor* An illusion? It seems quite vivid to me!
Khaira 10-03-03, 05:07 PM	"I don't know that yet! One thing I do know, however, is that is that it would be oh too easy to make an advanced illusionary image of one suchas Malendor. If I must, I shall kill this supposed Malendor! But I have seen too much of the way a wizard works that that cannot be Malendor..."
Opaque Divinity 10-03-03, 05:08 PM	If you cannot tell me who this are, can you tell me what you are? I am new in the ranks of this school..
Drindin 10-03-03, 06:10 PM	The dwarf at malendor's bed shook his head, and used telekinesis to close the door, and then used it again to try and keep malendor down. "Don't worry, I can inform them, and you'll never have to leave... tell me, what is going on?" The fear spell struck ruthia. "Damn... didn't work! I can only think of one thing left, but there aren't enough bodies any where close, so it's useless..." Drindin began to look around. His best spells relied on having a clear shot, or needed dead bodies... "AGUDO! THERE IS NOTHING MORE I CAN DO! The Alethian's could help, but the lights are to bright for them!" Drindin motioned at the dwarves hiding in the shadows.
Gene_Kynes 10-03-03, 06:53 PM	And yet again...Gene was just...there. His cloak obviously wounded from transferring umbral ichor to it's owner, it clings to him effectively, nevertheless. The cursed blade was drawn again, and the empathic amongst those in the chaos could sense a demented, deprived bloodlust, as Gene...or something near Gene...fed off of violence. "I let you off for Branth, at least temporarily. But this time...there's no tomarrow for you, sunshine." His irises flare a purple-black, as he attempts to affect Malendor with the spell he taught his class...Shadow Daze. If that obviously isn't effective...he tries whacking the dragon in human form on the cranium with the blunt end of his blade. (( You guys love giving me two entire new pages to read, huh? Either way...great input, everyone! :) ))
Faeryl 10-03-03, 08:45 PM	Never was, and never shall be....
Khaira 10-03-03, 08:59 PM	Originally posted by Opaque Divinity If you cannot tell me who this are, can you tell me what you are? I am new in the ranks of this school.. Looks to Opaque Divinity, and back to the situation at hand. She mutters, "WHy must things be so complicated?"" Again she looks to Opaque, an almost fiery look in her eyes "I, friend, am Khaira Amastacia, travelling Bard, Instrumentalist, Performer, and Scholar! I currently teach the Bardic Class in this school." She turns her attention back to Malendor and Ruthia, tensing and preparing to rush in...she will kill "Malendor" if necessary.
Agudo Archmage 10-03-03, 11:24 PM	((OOC I was at work and when I came back…SOOOOO…many posts…Your all doing great on your posts. Malendor said he would post as soon as he could, probably tomorrow…..BUT…{help him out} and PM/Email him….. on anything you did that effected Ruthia and the evil Malendor…..So that he can Know what’s going on, after soooo many great posts……….Thanks your friend Agudo)) The Headmaster was dismayed at what was taking place, Drindin bravely did all he could. But then “Khaira ,and *Sanctus“….. rushed in…. and saved the day!Even Kulideb was helping with here kindness to the young boy Agudo help hold Ruthia “Its ok my dear friend, we shall face this together.” He gave her his classic warm smile that she knew so well. As if to say (Hay its me!) with that he looked at this….. “Malenodr?” And waited to see what his brave friends could detect
Agudo Archmage 10-03-03, 11:37 PM	((Ooops sooo many posts and then I see that Gene had a surprise for Ruthia......time for a second post...teehee )):smirk: As Agudo is trying to help his friend Ruthia, Gene goes nuts and attacks Ruthia. "Gene? Stop what are you doing?" Agudo quickly gets infront of Gene to block the shots that where for Ruthia," :looloo:
Drindin 10-04-03, 12:17 AM	Mumbles, looking around. "if this land had more dead buried in it..." The dwarves begin regaining their bearings and adjusting to the light, but they still seem rather squity eyed.
Gene_Kynes 10-04-03, 12:32 AM	(( Not Ruthia...Malendor, Agudo. Malendor. He's a dragon in human form, I believe. *sigh.* ))
Opaque Divinity 10-04-03, 03:58 AM	"Master, it is good to see you again!" *Sanctus pants, still with his blade to Malendors throat* We must rescue the lady being hold hostile! Somebody get branth to the infermery and I will try and rescue Ruthia.. *Sancuts leans over and whisper into "Malendors" ear* If you find your live dear, let her go. I am less noble than I might seem..
kulideb 10-04-03, 05:28 AM	What Drindin wanted some one to die so he could help! Mind you if some one doesnt stop Gene. Drindin will sone have either one of them to work with soon! she thought to her self! She did think about dimming the lights, she was so small, and had gotten quite good at sneaking around, then perhapse the dwarves would be able to do more, as she looked over to them she was sure they werent sheilding their eyes as much and that they had moved out of the shadows more....
Opaque Divinity 10-04-03, 05:53 AM	*Sees Kulidebs dilemma, but is busy with his own* OOC: Stay online, a PM is coming to you!
Agudo Archmage 10-04-03, 08:56 AM	((OOC DM to GENE The real malendor yes………..But Ruthia is the only dragon in human form The other Malendor is as far I can tell something different (NOW to quote you Gene )His irises flare a purple-black, as he attempts to affect Malendor with the spell he taught his class...Shadow Daze. If that obviously isn't effective...he tries whacking the dragon in human form on the cranium with the blunt end of his blade. (That’s why I thought You had attacked Ruthia for she said she changed from her white dragon form to Human, when she came a few post ago………)) Soooo Sigh right back at you friend :angel:
Myranthor 10-04-03, 08:58 AM	Alone in my room, studying my tome of draconic arcana, I laid focusing all my energies to control the forces contained within its pages. Around my body were circling, ravenous, quantities of illusory dragons, all chromatic ones. Most seemed inoffensive, at notable exception of the brown one. He would always look at me with ravenous eyes, trying to get nearer and bite a piece of my golden skin, restricted in doing so only by the faint force field I erected between me and my surroundings. BAM!BAM! "Wha-" The dragon swwoped down, trying to snatch me from my chair. I launched myself on the ground, rolling to soften the fall. I turned around fastly enough to see the dragon enter in collision with the desk. The four other ones were probably scheming against me as well, but as my concentration faded so did they. I could do nothing but wonders from where came these awful sounds, the reason of my fatal distraction. Bam! Bam! "You may enter, NOW!" Frustrated, I just relished the possibility of meeting another of these dumb students. Again, a senseless idiot would dare disturb me during my studies - even with the sign on the door, asking for silence- and would pay dearly for it. My tongue twitched, ready to deliver the sarcasms and insults she was known to be skilled with. What deception awaited me, when I saw the little Elvina, she that distracted me from Kel'Rea, enter my room crying. despite the tears, despite the constant sobbing, her words flowed. She told me what she saw, the arrival of Lady Ruthia and the treachery of Star's husband. In but a few sentences, she told me of her fear for the dryad's feelings, for what would happen of her children. She never caredfor the dragon himself. Furious, I left my room and red-haired elf behind. Fastly, I crossed the corridors, running against a flock of panicked students. I went down spiralling stairs, jumped over tables to pass through the dining hall swiftly, only to arrive in the lobby, distinguishing a crowd of curious witnesses around a few persons actually implying themselves with the problematic situation. Silently, for once, I tried to hide in the crowd, waiting for Malendor's next action.
Drindin 10-04-03, 09:09 AM	Originally posted by Myranthor What deception awaited me, when I saw the little Elvina, she that distracted me from Kel'Rea, enter my room crying. ((OOC: Well, that's unexpected!)) "Oh where there woods there is death..." Drindin looks at Agudo. "See if you can distract him while I get out, if he isn't dead in twenty minutes, tell me!"
Agudo Archmage 10-04-03, 09:19 AM	((OOC Ok until Gene can tell us for *Sure* if he was attacking Ruthia…. the only dragon in human form in the Lobby...Or The evil Entity that has taken the form of the (human Malendor) I as the *Grand ALL LOVEING DM* Will go on…..)) :king: Agudo protected Ruthia with his hand ….Just incase one of Gene sword accidentally hit Ruthia as the heroic shadow dancer attacks Malendor. “Drindin Ill do my best…good luck” Agudo yells out….”
Malendor... 10-04-03, 10:38 AM	Malendor is held on the bed by an invisable force. Malendor sighs and gives up temporarly. He starts telling his story "It started when we went to save Elvina and Reginald. The group seperated after a arguement between myself and Myran. Reginald and I had taken on fighting the dragon's, letting Elvina escape into the woods and eventually into Myran's arms for a save delivery home. To those on the ground, my fight seemed like a basic slash and go fight, but something else was attacking me at the same time. The only reason I had taken as many hits as I had was because something was attacking my mind too. After the fight and Drindin's rescueof myself and Reginald I only remeber bits and pieces of time. I remeber being in Khiara's class, and being in my room. I remeber my babies being born and my wedding, but thats it....Someone kept taking over my mind. But I...I...." Suddenyl Malendor stops speaking and collapses on the bad again. ((He's forbidden to speak the name of who did this, at least for a little while.))
Drindin 10-04-03, 11:19 AM	The Dwarf nods, and sends a telepathic message to Agudo with all he heard. "... Basically, it isn't Malendor you're fighting! He's right here with me!" Meanwhile... Drindin rushes into the woods. "Death... is every where..." He spots the corpse of a dear, and runs over to it. He then places a piece of obsidian into the mouth of the deer, and pours a jar of grave dirt over it's body. He murmurs a prayer to the forces of death, and the flesh of the dear begins to necrotize the further in he gets.
Lioth 10-04-03, 11:58 AM	((Sorry, went to post, modem crashed..you get the picture...)) "Malendor" grins even evillier as Sancuts Holds a blade to his throat, and Gene tries to attack him while Agudo tries to help Ruthia. "Malendor" closes his eyes and suddenly everything changes. Ruthia is suddenly is the one with the Blade held to her throat and Agudo is comforting "Malendor". Before anyone can react "Malendor" send another blast of energy straight at Ruthia, while using another to push ((Hopefully)) Agudo backwards. "Malendor" then dissapears with a laugh, only to reappear with Malendor... They both grab Ruthia outta of Sancuts hold and both threaten her with a blade. The biggest differnce that is now noticeable is that "Malendor" eyes are red, where Malendor's eyes are blue with yellow swirls. And Malendor (The blue eyed one) seems to be reluctent to do the things he is doing. "I have had enough of this game, It will end now. Say good by to Ruthia the RUNT!" With that "Malendor" and Malendor swing their blades.....
ruthia 10-04-03, 12:06 PM	Ruthia screams in terror as first she is assualted by images of Pern's dargon's demanding her death, then her husband turning his back on her in a time of need, then suddenly she is pulled out of "Malendor's" arms into the arms of another angery dragon?? She tries to get away, when just as suddenly she ends up in yet another's arms, once agian with a blade pressed to her neck. Feeling helpless she starts to tremble, then is pushed backwards by an invisable force, prying her loose from whomever's arms she was in. She closes her eyes, prays for something to stop her headlong crash into the wall, when all movement stops. She opens her eyes and see's two Malendors?? Confused, frightened more then she has ever been in her life, all she can do is stare as the blades start swinging towards her......
Drindin 10-04-03, 12:07 PM	... When drindin comes rushing in riding a necrotized, howling deer-thing. Drindin draws his own blade ready to defend himself or anyone else. "Begone!" He yells at Malendor and "Malendor". "This has gone on far to long!"
Opaque Divinity 10-04-03, 12:10 PM	*Standing very confused, with his blade to Ruthias throath, "malendors" energy ball hits him right in the back. Sanctus falls to his knees. He look up again, in enormeus pain and see not one, but two Malendors holding Ruthia. They both draw their swords and slash at her. Confused, Sanctus stands up, while yelling "STOP!". Both swords hit him right in the chest, going almost right through him. With shocking pain in his eyes, Sanctus falls to the floor once again, two swords in his chest. Ruthia lives*
Branth 10-04-03, 12:12 PM	Pain, lot's of pain...It's the one thought that dominates his mind as he opens his eyes. He looks up and see's an elf maiden watching over him. He sits up and looks at the confusing scene, then whispers to the elf "Whats going on? Where am I?" He looks confused....
Lioth 10-04-03, 12:24 PM	((I would have assumed the blast pushed Ruthia out of anyones reach, but ok!)) Sanctus does take the swords in the chest, but not as he thinks. "Malendor" laughs evilly as Sanctus falls to the ground as the two FAKE swords go right through him! They where just illiusions! "Malendor" and Malendor pull Ruthia away from the rest of the gathering in the hall. "Malendor" and Malendor this time hold a fireball in their free hand. And it looks real..... ((Drindin, is it possible that the Dwarf sill has some mental connection to Malendor?))
Opaque Divinity 10-04-03, 12:27 PM	Sorry I was posting when ruthia posted. Didnt read she was flown away :) *Laying on the ground, Sanctus waits for the pain to become overwhelming. He waits for several seconds, until he discovers that there is no blood. He says a silent thanks to some ancient gods and raises again. Now, Malendor is threatening Ruthia with a fireball? Sanctus is getting tired of this game* Dont be a fool! Dont be a killer.. Dont..
Myranthor 10-04-03, 12:55 PM	"Corpus, crux de cardinoma y impetibilis, Ignoro, servitium, afflictatios flammigena emolior." Thus protected, I stepped in a deserted spot in the Hall, ready to defend what I believed in on this hallowed ground. "Fiery tongues, use me as a catalyst, Fiery tongues, dissipate this msit!" Flame arrows, shimmering rays of orange energy, poured from my outstrectched palms. One of these sekeing the red-eyed Malendor's feet*, while the other went the other way, aiming for Drindin's steed. * I shot in a descending angle. hus, if Malendor's only and illusion, the bolt will not hurt anyone on the other side of the illusion.
Drindin 10-04-03, 12:56 PM	Originally posted by Lioth ((I would have assumed the blast pushed Ruthia out of anyones reach, but ok!)) Sanctus does take the swords in the chest, but not as he thinks. "Malendor" laughs evilly as Sanctus falls to the ground as the two FAKE swords go right through him! They where just illiusions! "Malendor" and Malendor pull Ruthia away from the rest of the gathering in the hall. "Malendor" and Malendor this time hold a fireball in their free hand. And it looks real..... ((Drindin, is it possible that the Dwarf sill has some mental connection to Malendor?)) ((Yep, it's quite possible,)) The other two dwarves seem to have adjusted and one of them holds his hand out and stares at the fireball (he's attempting to create a 'negate magic' field around malendor and malendor) The flame arrow nearly strikes Drindin's undead steed, but he manages to maneuver out of the way. "What was that for!?"
Malendor... 10-04-03, 12:57 PM	Malendor tries to reach out of his mind without the "Other" hearing. o O(I can't control myself....I'm not doing it he is...help....can't..) The connectiong breaks off again. Malendor wants to shut his eyes, but he can't as he's forced to threaten his scared mother. The fear in her eyes is tearing him apart, but there's nothing he can do, he's just to weak to help himself....
Lioth 10-04-03, 01:13 PM	"Malendor" snarls as the fire arrow come at him. He deflects the bolt, but between that and controling Malendor, who had just tried to deliver that message through, and the dwarves magic, the illiousion fades. Soon there is only one Malendor, the blue eyed one, and another person no one had seen before. Dark bronze hair, red eyes, he glares at the group of rescuers.. Ruthia gasps as she reconizes one of the people holding her.. Making a quick movement, Lioth throws Ruthia at the group, burying his fireball into her back at the same time. Malendor's fire bal blinks, then goes out, as Lioth grabs him and starts heading out the door, dragging the helpless Malendor behind him.....
ruthia 10-04-03, 01:19 PM	Ruthai gasps as she relizes that one of them is not her son, one of them is Lioth! She gets pushed towards Agudo, and feels a sharp pain in her back as she lands at Agudo's feet..... ((Ok, I'm leaving it there for now, Ruthia is hurt, Branth has lost his memory, and Malendor is being pulled out the door by Lioth. I'll catch back up to you guys tommorrow, but keep this in mind, Lioth is Going to get away with Malendor. Ok? Ok!))
Abysmal 10-04-03, 01:58 PM	EDIT: THIS WAS SUPPOSED TO BE POSTED BY OPAQUE DIVINITY.. I hate mups.. *Sanctus turns to Ruthia, seeing the schorched marks on her back* Oh no... *Knowing that somebody else will go after Loith, he sits down next to ruthia. He mutters a few words and a brightness, which does much to ease the pain of all in presence, especially ruthias. The scorched marks disolves quickly and she can breath more freely. Sanctus puts a hand on her forehead and prays*
Gene_Kynes 10-04-03, 02:29 PM	You....promised.... Gene blinks...that wasn't his own thought...he knew that for sure. Looking at the dwarves...and glaring...he then prepares for another Shadowjump at the strange, fleeing man who was once cloaked in Malendor's appearence, something...odd...happens. ...I've not tasted hatred...in...so...long...that...lich... barely...satisfied...me. You...promised.... The wispy, breathless voice that sounded as if an otherworldy creature was attempting to mimic human speech seemed to be a cue of sorts for Gene's blade...which now glows a bright purple and red, a faint aura of forgotten magic flickering down it's sides. Glancing down at his blade...the Shadowdancer quirks a brow...before he then takes off after the fleeting Lioth and the victimized Malendor, noticing Opaque's care of the strange woman.
kulideb 10-04-03, 03:20 PM	((OOC dont you just hate line faliure!)) Kulideb, held on to Branths hand, she was so relived he had started to come round, as to what was happening, she didnt know were to begin. She just spoke calmly to him, hoping every thing would be alright. She glanced away from the boy back to Gene who looked a little distracted. his sword, some thing strange was happening to it. With out warrning he ran out after Lioth, she looked back down at Branth smiled, then took off after Gene. Making sure she stayed to the shadows, she ran after them as quickly and quietly as she could, while loading the small crossbow (borrowed from class!) She tightend her hand around the locket and prayed to mask to help her.....
Abysmal 10-04-03, 03:22 PM	EDIT: same thing again :P *Seeing he can no longer do anymore for Ruthie or branth, he follows Gene And Kulideb on the hunt*
Opaque Divinity 10-04-03, 03:24 PM	OOc: Do we make a new thread for the hunt? An, Kulideb, check your mail (kulideb@hotmail.com)
kulideb 10-04-03, 03:27 PM	She heard foot steps behind her and turned to see Sanctus had also followed, she gave him a smile glad of the company and carried on after Gene and Lioth....
Myranthor 10-04-03, 05:38 PM	"Materiola physicus, tracto um maledicio de contenebro, Alcithoe ducas disraro vultuosos, ducas alluceo solvo. " With these words, the matter in my body seemed to lose its density, slowly fading to meld with its surroundings. This spell, that may have seemed useless, also affected my raven, still in my room. < Nyramithios, take the lead. He can't see you, now.> Pretty convinced that my familiar could take care of his task, spying on the kidnapper for a few times, I focused my attention on Drindin and the abomination he had the boldness of bringing in our academy. "What do you think that is for, human?!" I shouted. "We claim to be a School devoted to good, a bastion for purity and salvation of our races, and yet you bring in here a perversion of life, a fallacious projection of reality. And you know this as well as I do ; Every of these creatures brings negative energy to this plane, slowly corrupting and decaying its own essence. Let this slave of yours go back from where it comes, now!"
Drindin 10-04-03, 06:12 PM	Drindin grumbles raising his holy-symbol, as the creature howls and dissappates into the wind. "You will regret what you've said when such 'perversions' are needed to defend the school."
Myranthor 10-04-03, 06:22 PM	"Who do you think you are to eruct such lies?!? A few times, a master of demential magic arrived here, trying to sway our headmaster and our ways with speeches pretty much like those you're currently holding. And what happened, tell me? We do not need your mindless creatures, Priest. with courage and bravery we shall stand strong against every threat, even if that means risking our own lives in this task. It would be pointless to fight, allied with those we despise. Between death, or a chance of survival based on the loan of my soul to a corrupting kind, I would always prefer to leave this world peacefully, rather than to further a life of misguided destiny to all the just people still gathered upon Toril. " I turned around, facing the blue-eyed archmage. "Agudo, what is your verdict?"
Drindin 10-04-03, 06:48 PM	"There is one difference, Myranthor. The Dementia master wanted to teach the students... I would never do such a thing. If the students like necromancy so much, they can teach themselves in time." With that Drindin looked at Agudo. "If you wish me ejected from the school, I understand perfectly."
Agudo Archmage 10-04-03, 11:45 PM	((OOC I have always said this school can be used as a launching board for new stories. The good news as you can see Ruthia has one….and….a few others have PM me about starting another one soon ………This all terrific, I hope to see more of you guys doing things like this.)) :cool: The Headmaster title seem fitting, for his head was spinning, he was holding Ruthia when he was thrown back by magic. Now that he was slowly opening his eyes he couldn’t believe what had happen to his close friend. “By the Light what has happen” Agudo sees Ruthia at his feet in pain. “Ruthia?…Lady Hoot!….Lady Ho…” Before he could finish, she was already flying in, next to all the others trying to help her. The lovely white owl took just a moment to pray, then spoke with concern “We need to take her to the infirmary, at once.” Several students who heard the commotion, came in and immediately did what Hoot said. Agudo stood with his dear friend Ruthia, to go with her when Myranthor called the Headmaster attention. “Yes..um” Agudo looks as Ruthia as she is cared away. Then back at one of his favorite and best students Myranthor. “Um..Yes Myranthor what is it?” At that moment Agudo sees the dead thing, slowly dissolving away, at the same time Drindin and Myranthor; are in a heated debate, over the necromancy of Drindin. “Oh my!” The Headmaster seems torn now, he knows that the others Gene, Kulideb and Sanctus were hot the trail of this evil thing, and Lady Hoot was helping Ruthia. All Agudo could do now, was try to restore order to the school “Normally I would slowly and humbly walk with you two into my office, but! I am in no mood for formalities” With that Agudo the Archmage of Light showed his rare act of Archmage-power. Angelic beings with the most beautiful voices, could be heard as they swept into the lobby. Spiritual Light was now everywhere. Agudo turned to the Archangel who led the dozen angelic beings. “The school of Light has been defiled several times, in the last day or so. First by Dager, then by that evil thing; and now by a undead abomination brought to us by Drindin.” “ We must purify it through righteous judgment.” Archangel spoke to Drindin, “I am pleased with your desire to try to save your friends, but let Myranthor wisdom take hold in your heart. Sometimes it is better to lose and die for what you love, than to win, and defile all that you fought for.” “Or in simpler terms, how you fight, is as important as what you’re fighting for” Agudo walked up to Drindin as the angel finished, and put his hand on his shoulder. “I consider you a friend, and in my heart you are always welcome in my school. You made a mistake, yes its true. Never the less, your own heart was in the right place. It is my hope as Sanctus came to Light show shall you Drindin” The Archangel then looked at Myranthor and spoke in loving voice. “Your wisdom in this situation, was the right one, yet as others have said. Your destiny has many temptation ahead. Don’t forget this moment, on what you have seen here, with the forgiveness of Drindin.” And as the Angels slowly faded away the echoed one last thing to Myranthor. “As Drindin was tempted to try to win using whatever means necessary…. so shall you…….Remember the lesson learned here. :angel:
Drindin 10-05-03, 12:12 AM	Drindin held his head high. "Perhaps I should let you know now... I am not evil, but nor am I good. I am a pinacle of order. I have trained under clerics of the goddess of necromancy name Wee-jas. I have told you before about this. If this means I am to be ejected, and if that is how you view keeping order, than it shall be so. Farewell." He then looks at myranthor. "Remember... true wisdom is not learned from books, and cannot even be taught by dragons... it is learned through trial and error. Watch yourself, you best hope you've experince enough to guide you through this tight-rope trial." A clowd passed over the sun, and with the shadows, drindin left...
Agudo Archmage 10-05-03, 12:34 AM	Drindin spurns the Light and Agudo looks away sadly, then speaks "One gained for the Light (Sanctus) and one lost (Drindin) The Headmaster takes a moment to see Drindin vanish from the school. "Safe journey and may the Light guide you to true friends" With a sad heart he turns to Myranthor “Thank you for standing up for the school in its time of need. You spoke up to Drindin when he was wrong, and even though he has walked away. You can be proud that you stood up to him, and said what had to be, for the sake of goodness.” Agudo pauses “I can see the angels are right about you, Myranthor. You are growing in wisdom and power.”
kulideb 10-05-03, 05:41 AM	Kulideb didnt seem to be gaining on Gene and Loith. She stoped her heart pounding at what she was about to do. She stepped into the darker shadows and closed her eyes, using the technique she had seen Gene use, she sliped into the shadow world. She opened her eyes and looked around, the world had been covered in a dark vail, she could see the shapes of the things around her and a human shape behind that must be Sanctus. She focused on Gene and Loith.. she seemed to move or the world around her, shadows wrapped round and she felt her mind starting to panick... She focused again and was back in the normal world once more. She felt so mad a rage of anger, she stepped out in front of Lioth and aimed her cross bow. "Stop." it was taking all her controll not to just shoot ...
Opaque Divinity 10-05-03, 06:07 AM	*Sanctus see Kulideb halt and then dissapear in shadows. He gazes shocked at the spot where she were* But..? *He realizes what must be done and instantly chants some words of ancient powers. Reality starts to blurr around him, his eyelids forced closed he started hovering. With both arms stretched out to the sides and his robes flailing under him, he looks like some kind of saint. Then a flash enlightens everything in miles of radius. The light goes through walls and blinds everybody. In the blinding light, a single beam of light, just a bit brighter than the light, surges towards an unkown distanation* *Santus arrives just besides Kulideb and sees the crossbow in her hands, he pulls out his sword, Bane of Darkness, and points it towards Loith, ready to let him taste fair judgement*
Lioth 10-05-03, 09:16 AM	((OOC: As Agudo stated it, this is going to be an new thread. So here's how he got away..)) Lioth laughs as he's confronted by two of the students "You fools! You have no clue who your dealing with! He let's go of Malendor, who immediatly falls to the ground unmoving. He starts to shimmer as he laughs, then with a blinding flash of light (Kulideb) and (Sanctus) are confronted by a huge bronze dragon! With a mighty downswoop of his wings, creating a blast of air that knocks over small tree's ((And chars too possible?)) , the dragon takes off, picking up Malendor in his talons as he does. The dragon takes a dive over the school, setting fire to the gardens and what not as he goes. Then the dragon just disappears........
Opaque Divinity 10-05-03, 10:08 AM	*Sanctus is knocked over, dust swirling in his eyes. After the dragon is gone, he opens his eyes slowly* Darn..
kulideb 10-05-03, 02:36 PM	Kulideb watched as Loith transformed into a dragon, Kulideb ducked down, a wave of air hit her making her sit on her.. well you know! She looked around and saw Sanctus but were was every one else. She picked her self up, (she could feel an anger building up inside her the others should have been here to help!) She felt a little unsteady on her feet, she started to make her way back to her room....:mad: ((ooc mad only in the story line, love you all really!))
Opaque Divinity 10-05-03, 02:39 PM	*Santus gets up quickly and catches up with Kulideb* Hey, do you know anything about this Malendor? Who is he.. I wanna know who I tried to save :).
Gene_Kynes 10-05-03, 03:01 PM	Growling at Lioth's escape, Gene turns to both Kulideb and Opaque. His eyes are now...calm...blue, and his blade has died down from it's previous fury. Taking quiet strides towards the elven maiden, he says an unusually soft tone of voice.. "I'm...sorry...for not..." He cuts himself off, his features suddenly becoming hard once more, and his voice just as detatched, just as unfeeling. "Kulideb, and you (Opaque), we need help undoing the damage, and help putting out the fires. Come on." He then mumurs something to Kulideb...which seems rather inconsiderate, considering Opaque was affected as well... "Are you alright?" Elsewhere...in the school, dark forms rose from the abundant umbral pools provided by the dancing flames...and began to fall onto the flames, their own cruelly frigid bodies killing the fires very slowly...but effectively. To an observer, there were roughly five of the beings in the gardens.
Branth 10-05-03, 03:03 PM	After geting no answer, except the maiden running after the two stangers who ran out together he stands up and walks around. He see's a lady being carried upstairs, and for some reason he's sad....He wanders out of the building in time to see the Dragon fly over, he lays flat on the ground in fear, waiting for the trouble to pass. Then he wanders into the woods........
Opaque Divinity 10-05-03, 03:05 PM	*Sanctus takes notice of Genes lack of interest in his health, but ignores it. He have suffered many pains, lack of love from his surrondings being the least of them. He smiles softly to himself* Originally posted by Gene_Kynes Growling at Lioth's escape, Gene turns to both Kulideb and Opaque. His eyes are now...calm...blue, and his blade has died down from it's previous fury. Taking quiet strides towards the elven maiden, he says an unusually soft tone of voice.. "I'm...sorry...for not..." He cuts himself off, his features suddenly becoming hard once more, and his voice just as detatched, just as unfeeling. "Kulideb, and you (Opaque), we need help undoing the damage, and help putting out the fires. Come on." He then mumurs something to Kulideb...which seems rather inconsiderate, considering Opaque was affected as well... "Are you alright?" Elsewhere...in the school, dark forms rose from the abundant umbral pools provided by the dancing flames...and began to fall onto the flames, their own cruelly frigid bodies killing the fires very slowly...but effectively. To an observer, there were roughly five of the beings in the gardens.
kulideb 10-05-03, 03:53 PM	Kulideb glares at Gene. " where were you" she shouted at him, she stoped "I'm sorry..I dont know whats wrong with me.. I'm fine. thank you." She then looked at Sanctus and gave a half hearted smile. "Are you ok? that was quite a blast. and has for whats been going on I'll tell you on the way to putting out those fires." She glanced at Gene some thing was on her mind, but she seemed to change her mind, instead she asked if any one had checked on Branth?
Khaira 10-05-03, 03:54 PM	Khaira stands ther, shocked beyond all measure.When the bronze dragon comes, she regains her senses and flees. "What is gonig on here!!?"
Opaque Divinity 10-05-03, 03:56 PM	Im fine, thanks. *Frowns* I left Branth inside the school.. He was awake but he was a bit... Confused.. Maybe I shouldnt have left him.. Originally posted by kulideb Kulideb glares at Gene. " where were you" she shouted at him, she stoped "I'm sorry..I dont know whats wrong with me.. I'm fine. thank you." She then looked at Sanctus and gave a half hearted smile. "Are you ok? that was quite a blast. and has for whats been going on I'll tell you on the way to putting out those fires." She glanced at Gene some thing was on her mind, but she seemed to change her mind, instead she asked if any one had checked on Branth?
kulideb 10-05-03, 03:58 PM	Kulideb looked up to see Khaira. "its a bit of a long story my lady, and I dont think its quite finished yet." She looked up at the school building, boy was that going to take some money to put right..
Gene_Kynes 10-05-03, 04:12 PM	He freezes at her words... Where were you!? "...Where was I? I was right...here, woman. Don't ever yell at me for something you cannot confirm. I was one of the first to pursue the student, and just because I didn't get harmed, or gained scars of pathos (http://dictionary.reference.com/search?q=pathos), doesn't mean I tried any less than you, or he did." His eyes become utterly emotionless, cold...hateful...a glimpse of how Agudo first found the man, as he shuns her apology...his blade becoming sheathed. "Where was I? Where were you?" And with that, his cloak loosens...then wraps out him, tightening to conform to his body shape...and then...he's suddenly...gone.
kulideb 10-05-03, 04:16 PM	Kulideb gaped at Gene her mouth falling open tears welled up in her eyes, "I'm sor..." but he had gone, the tears started to roll down her face..:bigeyes: She hadnt ment to shout at him, she had just been so scared..
Branth 10-05-03, 07:39 PM	......Further and further into the woods, eventually it gets dark. Cold, scared, lonely, he finds a dry place under a tree to curl up and sleep. Maybe if he gets some sleep he can remeber something............
Xilytn 10-05-03, 09:02 PM	the middle of the courtyard in the school, a minute tear in the air seems to appear in the middle of an outdoor lesson... It suddenly gets larger , and the air around suddenly gets very warm, and the students and teachers back away, suddenlya bright, yet beautiful light shoots out, and in the middle of this, stands a halfling. Wearing an outrageous hat, a vest that seems to have an oil slick on it, though not to touch, a cloak of pure black with stars and planets shifting around it, tight fittng gloves, and boots that seem as if they need to be running. He wears a sword in red scabbard at his side, and bow that seems to emanate a blue glow, and a ornate dagger in his hand, which he puts into his boot. Backing away slowly, the students stop as they see him. Wearing a grin on his face, the halfing walks out of the portal as it closes and says: 50 gold for anyone who can find me Agudo, tell him an old friend wants to see him.
Agudo Archmage 10-06-03, 12:40 AM	The Headmaster Agudo was taking damage reports from his faculty, about the school. He stands outside in a section of the garden that was burned. An aid to one of the illusionist teachers walks up. “We have checked the entire grounds Headmaster, the damage to the transplanted rain forest trees are at seventy percent. The healing waters from the well spring have been destroyed.” A gasp went through the crowd; Agudo shook his head in disgust. “Those rare rainforest trees were to be used in a cure, for the strange sickness striking Neverwinter.’ ((OOC for those who play the PC Neverwinter)) Agudo pounds his fist into his other hand. “Blackstaff was counting on me, for that medicine. Now thousands more could die.” Groundskeeper Willie, a red haired gnome speaks up as he stands on a burnt stump; to be heard over the crowed. “The Cathedral of Light made it through ok, but the lobby is a mess, and will take several days to fix.” Lady Hoot was resting on Agudo shoulder and had an important question. “The art that the students had just made, was it?” She can’t finish Willie frowns “Sadly it’s all gone” Agudo takes a deep breath. “Lady Hoot has informed me that six students outside, near the fire, have been badly hurt, it will be touch and go for them” Many become angry and demand justice, Agudo raises his hand. “This has been a direct attack on us all, and I know that many of my students have grown in their Magic and Cleric skills’ “That is why I am calling on my bravest students, and teachers, to go forth in a cause for all that is Righteous and Light” “We must hunt down this evil that has dared to strike us so! Even my dearest and closest friend, Ruthia lays in the infirmary, stricken by this evil creature.” “Her son…are fellow school mate Malendor has been taken by…by… this Bronze Dragon?…Demon of shape shifting? What ever it is, I need volunteers to go after this thing.” “Who shall take up the cause, for all that we love and hold close to us?”
Xilytn 10-06-03, 07:58 AM	The halfling, looking around, suddenly stops grinning. Looking at the school with more than a brief glance, he realizes that there has been a lot of damage done to it... As one of the students comes back with directions to where Agudo was, he throws him a pouch, filled with gold, much more than the fifty gold he promised, and runs, amazingly quicky for a halfling to where Agudo is. Hearing the last words spoken... "Who shall take up the cause, for all that we love and hold close to us?”" He pushes through the small crowd and steps in front of Agudo... Hello old friend... anything I can do to help, seems as if you'll be needing it."
Dager, Dementia Master 10-06-03, 10:56 AM	((OOC:This never happened machine won't delete post))
Drindin 10-06-03, 07:36 PM	The gnomes that drindin had trained.. the good-hearted ones that stayed behind, and went to a different clerical class come the time drindin started teaching death magic... stepped foreward. "Drindin may be gone, but we're still here! We'll stand to keep order, and to deliver justice, by Heironeous mighty fist, we'll protect this school with our lives!" Said one of them. They all placed their hands on their chests where they wore a holy symbol of Heironeus.
Agudo Archmage 10-06-03, 11:57 PM	((OOC Ok all those who wish to join a sub adventure DM by Ruthia and myself can go the story on the same boards called EVIL INTTENTIONS )) Agudo is sitting on a burnt stump making plans on growing new shrubs, when he sees Xiltyn and the Gnomes. “Xiltyn it’s been along time indeed, I take it you have come to say hello. As you can see we are having some problems as of late. If you and the Gnomes (Drindin) would like to go help search for Malendor, you may be a big help. I am sorry not having more time to talk but I must go see the burn victims. With that Agudo was escorted by the medial team of advisors to the infirmary.
Gene_Kynes 10-07-03, 12:12 AM	Sending his shadow to declare his platform to Agudo...Gene himself slowly walked through the forest, deeply breathing. He had told a minor lie to the Dyrad...he loved nature. For the way removed the toxiticity of the Shadow Plane, the grime and moody darkness of the cities, all from his mind...all from his body. He had shed most of his layers of torso clothing for a simple, black shirt...even going as far as to travel without his cloak. With almost dance-like movements, he practiced swinging his blade at much slower...but more accurate speeds than he used in actual combat. The blade still craved...still lusted...after malice and violence, but suppressed itself for now. When Gene was about to complete a moderate-speeded sequence against an invisible opponent...his blade almost colided with a young boy's skull. Snapping his muscles out of their relaxive state, his reflexes go to work, keeping the blade from touching the boy...who seemed to be...Branth! His mood, and his pride...both injured by the elven girl, quickly healed at the sight of one of his most determined pupils, a boy who seemed..dangerously powerful for his age. "Branth...what're you doing here?"
Branth 10-07-03, 12:45 AM	He wakes up, startled by a slight change of noise behind him. Looking up he see's a blade coming straight for his head. Closing his eyes, unable to watch what happens he suddenly hears the person speak.. "Branth...what're you doing here?" The boy looks up confused. "Is that my name? I don't know why I'm here, maybe you know? That pretty elf lady wouldn't answer me, and the other people where to busy running around. Maybe you can help me?" The boy o O(Is my name Branth?) Looks up at Gene with complete trust in his eyes.......
kulideb 10-07-03, 04:01 AM	After telling Agudo that she would like to set off after the bronze dragon kulideb set off to the infirmary to see Branth. "what do you mean hes wondered off!" She set off to find him. She was sick with worry kicking her self for not making sure that some one was taking care of the boy when she had dashed off. Asking around, one of the students had seen a boy go off into the woods. The woods seemed so at peace, the trees swaying in a light wind. Her heart stopped at the sight before her Gene with his sword raised above Branth. She rushed forward, but slowed as she realized that Branth was in no danger, he still looked very dazed. She looked up at Gene, she couldnt remember ever seeing him with out his cloak or looking so at peace. She hesitated, not sure what to say, the last time she had spoken to Gene their words had been angry.....
Myranthor 10-08-03, 06:02 PM	(wrong thread..)
Agudo Archmage 10-08-03, 07:12 PM	((OOC Thats ok Myranthor at least you bumped up my thread.)):pile:
kulideb 10-09-03, 06:32 AM	Seeing that atleast Branth was with some one and that he seemed fine if a little dazed still she turned away..
Gene_Kynes 10-09-03, 09:35 PM	He looked at Kulideb. And simply stared at her, coldly. He...felt...too revealed, without his cloak. Gods, it was hard enough without the mask! And yet she saw the scars. The almost runic symbols running up and down his arms, each one bearing a word in oriental common, twelve in all. He made no movement to conceal his arms, as that would just bring attention to him...but he did call shadows to them, at least darkening the area around them. He looks back to Branth. "Your name is Branth...you're a student of mine in the School you just wandered from. You feeling alright, little man? You'd...ordinarily remember this."
kulideb 10-10-03, 04:20 AM	She had wanted to go and talk to him, but the word sorry didnt sound sincere. She couldnt help but notice scars before he covered them with shadows, he seemed some how more vulnerable and from the look on his face it was a state he didnt like to be caught in. She just hoped that he would realize that her turning away was out of respect not disgust....
Branth 10-10-03, 09:16 AM	He looks up at his teacher, then looks at the way all the sudden shadows seemed to gather around them. "I'm...I'm a student? Of that school? (Scratches his head, wincies in pain) I...I don't know...the only thing I do know is my head hurts. Since you know who I am and what I am doing here, then I guess I believe you." He stands next to his tearcher, complete trust in his eyes.
kulideb 10-10-03, 04:56 PM	Kulideb walked a short distance and sat down on an old fallen logg. She ran her hand through the grass as she thought about the markings on Genes body.
Agudo Archmage 10-10-03, 07:51 PM	The school repairs where almost complete, it had only been less than a week. Yet the workers and students seem energized to restore order to there beloved school. The gardens had just started reblossoming in the burned section. New sapling tree had been planted and the schools finest arbalests were hard at work. Lady Hoot and the Light Clerics had cleansed the school of all negative energy. She sat on Agudo’s shoulder as they inspected the work being done. The Headmaster was just joyful to see the students in the infirmary, walking around and ready to return to class. His dear friend Ruthia had been moved to her own private quarters, near Agudo’s room. He would often check on her to see how she was doing. .
ruthia 10-11-03, 08:38 AM	Ruthia looks out the window of her private room and sighs. She urns to look for her son, to be out with the adventurers, but she had just be cleared to even get out of bed....She goes into a trance as she suddenly recieves a message from home. o O(Ruthia! Where are you my dear? I've been trying to reach you for days. What happened?) Ruthia briefly relays what happened to her telepathically to Ormus, her husband, as well as what happened to Malendor. o O(Well unforantly we have problems at home as well, Star Bright has gone missing, Ramoth went off adventuring, and Zayle is nowhere to be found. I'm stuck with 8 kids here, and I'm going crazy! When can you come home?) Ruthia tells him that her wound is in a spot that makes it impossible to change forms.... o O(I'll open a portal directly home, just give me a moment) Ruthia walks over to the desk in her roomand leaves this note for Agudo "Dear Friend There are some emergancies at home that must be dealt with now. I shall return as soon as I can to check the process of our brave group. Star Bright has gone missing as well, I have no clue if that is connected to Malendor's dissappearance. I have to go home and take care of the grandchildren, I will return..." Just then a portal opens directly in Ruthia's room and she walks through it to home.......
Khaira 10-12-03, 12:32 PM	Now that all of the danger is passed and everything is (semi) calm again, Khaira wanders into her room. She sits at her desk, looking at the various pieces of music lying around the room. "What am I doing here?", she wonders out loud. She pauses for a moment, perhaps remembering something.... Suddenly she shakes her head violently, as if she were ridding herself of some memory. She shivers for a brief moment, and then goes down to the lobby to make a announcement. "ATTENTION! All those wishing to go on a grand trip - I shall be leaving tommorrow for Anarouch! We will take a tyour of that place, and then,most likely, travel to Zakhara. From there, options are endless - come one, come all!"
Gene_Kynes 10-12-03, 04:11 PM	"Heh...I'm glad...y'do. C'mon...follow me." The insidious blade dissapears with a darkened of the nearby area...and appearently from behind a tree, a long, flowing black length of cloak wraps around Gene, securing itself to his shoulders, then falls limp. "Your name's Branth...you're...somewhere 'round eleven or twelve years old...a student in my class. You've got somethin' t'be desired in melee combat, but in shadowdancing you've got some kinda aptitude with th'Weave. Does that ring 'ny bells, lil'man?" While he was gone, several of his shadows had congealed into a larger umbral creature, which now carrying some of the heavier stones to the garden. Smiling at the creature, Gene lead the young boy through the lobby...and turning to Khaira, whistles to catch her attention. If she turns her head, he mouths out the words: "Count me in". Grinning with a wink, his mood now lightened at the fact that'd be be travelling back to the desert...he tries to hunt down Agudo, to show him Branth.
kulideb 10-12-03, 04:39 PM	Kulideb walked back into the school, work on repairing the building seemed to be under way. She made her way to the lobby to see if she could be of any use. She heard Khairas announcement about the trip. "so its off to Anauroch." she said with a smile. She gave Khaira her name, saying that she would really like to go to just to give her more details or leave a note in the lobby. Then Kulideb went off to help in the gardens.
Agudo Archmage 10-12-03, 10:21 PM	Knock, knock the Headmaster waits at Ruthia’s door. But to his surprise there was no answer. Using his master key he opens the door. “Ruthia is I Agudo I brought flowers…. Agudo looks around and a bit disappointed at the empty room “By the Light she gone! But where?” As he is walking he stumbles upon the note left for him. Lady Hoot who was resting on his shoulder, makes a comment after reading the note with him.” Dragons make the worst patients ” Agudo gives a wink to the white owl and mumbles “Off on some adventure Im sure, instead of resting.” He put down the flowers just in case she returns, as they are making there way down to the Lobby he sees Gene walking with Branth. “May the Light shine on my most excellent students, where are you two off to?”
Branth 10-12-03, 10:39 PM	He looks to the "Teacher" that is leading him into the "School" he supposedly goes to after this man asks them a question and says "Who's the crazy man with the bird?" He looks at the birdman with distrust in his eyes.
Agudo Archmage 10-12-03, 11:56 PM	Lady Hoot raises an eyebrow, and Agudo bends a little lower as he lifts his spectacles. “I say Branth, are you playing some sort of game?
Branth 10-13-03, 12:13 AM	Looks at his "Teacher" and hides behind him slightly. Whispers to Gene "How's he know my name?"
Gene_Kynes 10-13-03, 12:27 AM	"Erm! That's...Agudo...and...that's Lady Hoot, Branth. Agudo's the headmaster of this school...and Lady Hoot's...erm...I'm not really sure what she does.." He whispers this, after apologizing profusely to Agudo. "Er...he's seemed to've lost his memory, Agudo. Think you can help him out, you or th'Lady Hoot?"
Khaira 10-13-03, 12:33 AM	She looks to Gene and smiles, and nods. ((btw kulideb, khaira never left a note. she made an announcement.))
kulideb 10-13-03, 04:18 AM	((sorry, have changed the reply.))
Agudo Archmage 10-13-03, 10:01 AM	The headmaster straightens back up frowns at the words by Gene. “I see, well Lady Hoot who is are ((High Cleric)) of the Cathedral of Light. Has dealt with things like this before. He turns his head towards his left shoulder and looks at her. Lady Hoot flaps her wings as she thinks. “Tell me Gene how did you find him like this? Also does little Branth remember anything that happen to him before he lost his memory?
Branth 10-13-03, 10:13 AM	:( He frowns as these strange adults talk over him like he's not even here. :sad: Upset and still confused he starts to walk away mumering "My head hurts and all these people do is talk..."
kulideb 10-13-03, 10:54 AM	Kulideb was making her way back to the lobby with a list from the gardener when she saw Branth, he still looked very dazed. "Hello Branth, how does your head feel?" Kulideb said smiling at him.
Opaque Divinity 10-16-03, 10:22 AM	*Cough*
Agudo Archmage 10-16-03, 03:07 PM	Agudo and Hoot talk among themselvs about Branth as Gene thinks and thinks and thinks....;)
kulideb 10-17-03, 04:45 AM	Branth seemed a bit more than just dazed thought Kulideb. Just then she heard a cough. "Hello Sanctus, I was just going to ask Branth if he wanted to go back to the infirmary." She looked back at Branth. "I dont known if you remember me, my name is Kulideb. Would you like me to stay with you? We could go get some thing for your head." She held out her hand to him...
Branth 10-18-03, 09:55 AM	Dazed, confused, the boy takes Kuli's hand. He looks back at the group he was with and says to Kulideb "That guy says he's my teacher and he says the bird guy is a "Headmaster". Well my head hurts and all they seem to do is make it worse." The little boy frowns.
kulideb 10-19-03, 05:54 AM	kulideb took Branths hand. "They are very concered about you, they dont mean to make it worse. They just dont know how to help." She gave his hand a squeeze. "We could go to the infimary, or we can go over to the headmaster, and get them to listern to what you want. To talk to you instead of about you. What would you like to do Branth?"
Agudo Archmage 10-26-03, 01:43 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The Headmaster was in his office writing a letter to Ruthia his old and dear friend. **Dear friend I am afraid that I must bring bad news, on top of your mounting troubles. Branth has for some unknown reason lost his memory. He is being watched by some of my best healers and we can only pray that the cause will be found. If you can send a dragon specialist in this field, it may help in his healing process. Please don’t come yourself since it maybe a trap of some kind.** Your friend in the Light Agudo.
Dimitri Kane 10-28-03, 05:56 PM	A man totally cloaked walked in he asked a nearby student where he could sign up and walked down looking for a service desk.
Agudo Archmage 10-28-03, 10:01 PM	Elvina who was sitting at the lobby desk saw the new person who was cloaked. She gave a friendly welcome ,and asked him to sign in the guest book, that asked the following things..... Name" Title" Good or Evil? Race? Class to take? Person to see?
kulideb 10-29-03, 09:09 AM	Kulideb walked up to Elvina, she could see she was busy some one, even though he was cloaked there was some thing fimiliar about him. "Sorry to but in, could you tell the Archmage that Branth is back in the infiarmary, thank you Elvina."
ruthia 10-29-03, 10:27 AM	Several days later a bronze firelizard appears at the school. With a chirp he dives into the building, skimming over peoples heads, stopping at Elvina's desk. He sits there chirpping and looking at her with his head tilted to the side. Eventually she gets a picture in her head of Agudo, and she's able to tell the little dragon is looking for the Headmaster. She gives him directions to the headmasters room, and a few moments later Brad, Ruthia's most trust friend and compianion, appears at Agudo's table. He holds out a talon with a parchment tube attached to it. When Agudo removes it and begins to read it Brad looks at Lady Hoot. With another chirp and a bob of his head, Brad dissappears. He reappears in the infirmary and places himself at the foot of Branth's bed. The Note Reads Dearest Friend: Saddly there is no specialist in this field on Pern. The best advice I can get is let him regain his memory on his own. Since I can not come myself, and I respect your advice about a trap, I will send my friend Brad instead. He will check in on Branth now and then, and try to spark Branth's memory. Saddly thats the best I can do for my little brother. Signed in Sorrow Ruthia
Agudo Archmage 10-29-03, 02:16 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Lady Hoot smiles at messenger, at the same time Agudo leans back in his chair. “It seems that their is little Ruthia can do at this time. We must pray for a divine answer.” Lady Hoot sees the little dragon disappear, and then turns to Agudo “Then we will redouble are efforts, lets review more of the books and scrolls in are vast library.” Agudo stands your right lets not give up!” With that the two make there way to the library.
kulideb 10-29-03, 03:14 PM	The small elf sat reading a book, every now and then she would put it down and gaze out the window, the gardeners had done a wonderful job of replanting. She picks up her book and carries on reading. The library seemed very quiet today.
Agudo Archmage 10-29-03, 04:24 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The Headmaster walked into the library He smiles and waves at everyone as he enters, Agudo then grabs a tall ladder and rolls it to the medical section. He was about a hundred feet off the ground, when he found the tomb he was looking for. He blew the dust off of it, and almost lost his balance in doing so. Fortunately Lady Hoot, who was sitting on his shoulder, was able to use her wings to keep him from falling. Sliding down quickly by holding on to the sides of the latter he lands and walks over to a table. “Thank you Lady Hoot I don’t know what I would do without you.” He then sees Kulideb, one of his newest student. “Ahh my dear Kulideb I hope you don’t mind me joining you, for I am studying up on memory loss. Surprising not just for me.” Agudo gives a chuckle then continues. “I am trying to help Branth find his memory, and thank you Elvina gave me your message. I am sur he is in good hands now, in the infirmary.”
kulideb 10-29-03, 04:37 PM	Kulideb looked up from her book to the Archmage. "poor Branth, I think the only thing they havent tried is hiting him on the head again." She paused a bit before carrying on. "Archmage do you think that it is possible for a vampire to be good, I mean not all are vampires through any fault of their own and if they were good in life well there must be some hope for them." She sat back in her chair, her hands reasting on a book about vampires.
Dimitri Kane 10-29-03, 04:51 PM	He places down to the desk person at the desk name: Dimitri Kane Title: none good or evil: evil, I'll be good at school race: human vampire class to take: Rouge person to see: Gene Kynes
Agudo Archmage 10-29-03, 10:04 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley (((LIBRARY))) The Headmaster was opening the tomb and studding it when Kulideb ask an important question. He stopped what he was doing and took off his glasses, he then gave her serious look. “I will tell you the truth, as the saying goes.... "I have had an interview with a vampire. A female one in fact, it was back in my early days of traveling.” Agudo leans back in his chair looking up at the ceiling. “It was in a far off Realm in a quaint tavern that you probably never heard of before. But the important thing is what she said to me, and that being that she tried to only kill bad people, or so she proclaimed.” Agudo looks back at Kulideb and smiles, but the truth is my dear student. A vampire is driven mad by the smell of blood. It lusts for it, it hungers for it. Truly its more like a (plague) that infects its body. The vampire must hunt down intelligent creatures, something about is hunger for the right type of blood.” Agudo leans closer to Kulideb. “Have you ever seen someone addicted to drugs? They still from family for the drug, deceive loved ones for the drug. Like a vampire they will kill for there drug. Now picture your own hunger for food as that drug, but in this case its blood from any intelligent creature. The Headmaster leans back. “like I said, being a vampire is like a mixture of drug addiction, insanity, and plague, this all could kill you and your community. Just by one vampire going un stopped, that is why you cant trust a vampire; its in its nature to kill all those who are not a vampire” Agudo glances at the tomb for a second then back at Kulideb. “But yes to answer your question, in the beginning, the vampire remembers whats its like to be good. But like any drug user it slowly goes insane with its lust for blood, and turning others into vampires so it can feed off them as well” Agudo pats Kulideb’s hand “ I hope I did not put to much fear into you about all this vampire stuff…um why did you ask?” (((LOBBY))) Elvina reads the guest book and then puts it down. “Please under stand Dimitri, the Cathedral and School of Light is blessed ground. Its Light will destroy you, besides your very existent taints the air around us. The only way to for you to come to this school is for you to kill the one who turned you into a vampire. So that your body returns to normal form.”
kulideb 10-30-03, 11:54 AM	She smiled up at the Archmage. "Oh no real reason, well I thought I saw some one I knew and I think that he is a vampire, I dont know him that well." She added quickly. "they can be saved then. What if they are born as vampires?"
Agudo Archmage 10-30-03, 01:25 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Agudo was taking out his corncob pipe, when she asked her next question. Before lighting the pipe, he stops and smiles at her thoughtful question. “ I am glad you asked my dear, for there are several ways to do so. Not all of them are known by people, but I shall share with you my knowledge on the subject.” He lights his corncob pipe with an arcane match, and the cent of cinnamon spice feels the air. “ The first way is killing the vampire who turned your friend or acquaintance, into a vampire. Once dead, this seems to brakes the control over their enslaved vampires. Also changing the bodies back to normal.” Agudo takes a couple of puffs and then continues. “The question you should ask is why? I wont linger on about physical biology, do to the fact that you will be taking that class next semester anyway.” He gives a wink to Kulideb. “But I will say this…. once the mental connection is broken, for some reason the vampire plague seems to stop, in the others it has bitten. Probably do to a mixture of dark magic and mental energy, connecting everything together. This of course was disrupted with the death of the second to the last vampire that was bitten or you could even go after the Head -Vampire.” The Headmaster takes a couple more puffs. “Its like the game of dominoes, a chain reaction takes place, freeing not only the ones bitten by the Head-Vampire. But freeing all others down the line, that were bitten by different vampires.“ He leans back in his chair. “Now I know what your thinking…. Why not just do it…kill the Head-Vampire? “Well for one, these Head-Vampires or Queen or King Vampires, as they are sometimes called. They are very hard to kill, it would be like going after a…well….an Archmage or even an army of Trolls.” He leans forward and thinks for a second. “That is why the most go for the easy way, of dealing with a vampire that you want to save. You kill the one who changed her or him.” Agudo waits then speaks. “Try to picture vampires like a tree or a pyramid. If you use a tree as the example, the roots is the Head-Vampire and if you kill roots then all of the tree branches die. That being the other vampires that grew from it.” Agudo taps his fingers on the table for infuses. “But if you use a pyramid as an example, then the Head-Vampire is in the heart of the pyramid; and the blocks of stone are its smaller vampire army. You of course have to dig through them to get to the Queen/King vampire.” “Yet still using this same pyramid and tree example, if you only want to kill the one who turned your friend into a vampire then the hard part is finding that branch or block.” Agudo frowns. “ In some ways its harder to find the smaller vampire, than the big one.” Agudo looks at the tomb then back at Kulideb. As far as being born a vampire!….. well most of time when a woman is pregnant and is bitten. She becomes a dead thing, and the living baby inside her dies from lack air; plus normal food that the mother would have eaten, when she was alive” The Headmaster rubs his short blond beard then continues. “Yet there has been rare moments when a baby is born a vampire. Most of the time it dies for it is more a half-breed, and its body rejects the dead half. But on that very rare day that it is a whole vampire, it can still die. Do to the fact that it cant hunt for its own food, and may not have teeth yet anyway.” “I must say though, if a vampire feeds the baby its possible for it to live” Agudo raises his eyebrow at the thought. “The results as far as turning should be the same. Kill the mother or the one who bit the mother. Either way the baby will be free, or so it should! For I have never seen it done. Do to the rarity of it all, vampires have no need for love or sex, they cant do either, for they have no blood or water in them.” Agudo looks up at the ornate ceiling with all its pictures of angels reading books., then back at Kulideb. “I hope I have helped you in your study of turning vampires?”
kulideb 10-30-03, 03:10 PM	"yes you have helped me a great deal, is there any thing that I can do to help you and Lady Hoot?" With that she points to the medical books. "oh, one more thing, I take it that a vampire wouldnt be able to stay on school grounds for long, but what if one came here seeking help?"
Agudo Archmage 10-30-03, 04:45 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley “Well you could visit Branth every once in awhile, I am sure this will help his spirits. As far as vampires here, as you said they would be destroyed in this place of Light. Yet if they seek help for there condition, I would recommend hunting down either the one who turned her/him or the Head-Vampire that was above the others.”
Dimitri Kane 10-30-03, 07:46 PM	He walked out of the school all ready feeling the effect.
Gene_Kynes 10-31-03, 04:46 PM	(( For sake of simplicity, let's say Gene left Branth in Agudo's care, and left to make sure his class wouldn't be delayed. )) For once...Gene was amazingly late, walking into the classroom with his head tilted down, dark hair forming a bit of a weak veil over the man's exotic features. Turning at his desk, thus earning a dramatic swirl from his cloak, he then stared up at the class behind strands of hair still wet from his rushed bath. "Today..." Looking back up, and wiping another strand away, Gene crosses his arms...slowly walking towards a window. "...I will redeem myself for all of the...less exciting classes on lock mechanics, obscure scripts, ancient tales of Nuth, Mask, Olidammra, and Sune...and I'll even spare you the tediousness of physical exercises." He smiled softly, a smile that seemed to promise what he offered most students; something tangible, yet seemed much to abstract to understand without a certain mindset. "Today, we will make a shift in our learning. We will no longer stick to the central path of the 'rogue'. We will delve deeper into stealth, into striking from shadows, and we shall learn to love the night. Our last ideal during combat was "You cannot hurt what you cannot hit"." The Shadovar still smiled softly, as his hands traced a symbol along a wall...and soon enough, two large poles were made manifest, as if they were there all along. "Our new phrase shall be 'You cannot fight what you cannot see.'. It is also highly suggested some of you get over your fear of heights, wrong authority, traps, and lastly...shadowy places. Two will be your saviors, and two will be your foes." Chuckling, he loosened his arms, and then cast a simple spell. Soon enough, the image of a human, lightly clothed, was floating in between the two poles. "This is the humanoid body. I chose humans, because...well...they're the most common race. As rugged as the humanoid body is, it's most vital weak points are more than the obvious neck, eyes, wrist, and heart...and we will go over these. If you remember the 'blunted blade' method, then you can effectively use this information...we'll go into detail with them later, but for now...I'm merely drawing a bit of sugar across your tongues." With a smirk, he begins: "They are the Coronal Suture, Trigeminal Nerve & Frontal Bone, Temple & Fossa Temporalis, eyes, ears, mastoid, septal cartrilidge, Anteterior Nasal spine, Temporomandibular Joint, tip of Mandible, Sternocleidomastoid Region, Anterior Neck Region, Brachial Plexus & Trapezius Muscle, Suprasternal Notch, Clavicle, Heart, those two bean-shaped things in the lower abdoben...kidllies? Oh, oh, back on track now; Elbow, Shoulder Socket, Patella, Carpals, Metacarpals and Phalanges, Tarsals and Metatarsals, Thoracic Cage, Floating Ribs, Vertebral Column,Diaphragm, groin on males, Coccyx, armpit,Posterior Cutaneous, liver...and spleen." Catching his breath, Gene then shrugs. "You...wrote that down, right? Right?"
kulideb 10-31-03, 05:39 PM	Kulideb had got so caught up with the Archmage that she had lost track of time. "Oh! I late! sorry Archmage I must dash, I will look in at Branth later..bye." With that she ran from the libary to Genes class. She paused at the door should she sneak in.. no he would spot her in an instant. So she calmed herself took a firm grip of the door handle and walked in. The class was silent their gaze fixed on Gene. "I'm sorry I'm late", she mumbled at Gene, she could feel her self blush for she knew as an older student she should be setting a better example.
Branth 10-31-03, 09:49 PM	Surpisingly the boy didn't stay in the infermary very long. After having test upon tst upon test done to his mind he flees in search of some peace and quiet. He finds himself in a class room, sitting towards the back as the teacher appears. o O( It's the man who knows my name! Well he says I'm his student so I guess I made it to the right class. Better pay attention then, if I don't know my past I can at least control my future) He takes notes like a good student, a few of the things being said acctually sparking some memories. He can now remeber most of his training in this particular class, though little else. He smiles as he relizes he likes this class, and a fairly good at this class. Then he watches as the other person who knows him enters the class late and smircks. o O(Well if she's such a good student she should be on time....Though then again the teacher shows up late also...maybe being late is part of the class? I'm confused)
kulideb 11-01-03, 05:55 AM	She made her way to the back of the class, she was a little surprised to see Branth there. "Hi." she whispered over to him. "Did I miss much?"
Branth 11-01-03, 08:00 AM	He loooks at her and smiles. "Nope" Then he hands her his three pages full of notes with an evil little smirk :smirk: "Not much at all"
kulideb 11-01-03, 08:17 AM	Kulideb felt relived till Branth handed her his notes. "Three pages!" she gasped, good job she enjoyed this class!
Branth 11-02-03, 05:25 PM	Branth smirks again. "Well you did ask"
kulideb 11-02-03, 05:35 PM	"Yep! How are you feeling?" She whispered over to Branth.
Branth 11-02-03, 05:39 PM	"Still confused, and I still can't remeber a thing. But I got sick of all those people poking me, so I left. Ended up here, and relized I acctually found the class I'm in..." He still looks confused, but happier.
Gene_Kynes 11-02-03, 05:41 PM	"No problem, Miss Kulideb. Being late to class has a way of...pentalizing passively." He winks, and then looks to the class. "You remember the blunt-blade tactic effectively, right? Well...sharp, powerful strikes to any of these areas will almost always end in stunning, unconciousness, or in the event that you strike much too hard...death. We will abandon the anatomy for a while...now." In fact...Gene's classes have become more and more chaotic, lately. He still owed the class a finish to the Script Deciphering segment... "...All I want you, the class, to do...is to tighten your bodies up. To prepare for a dodge. Except...we're flinging ourself forwards of our own accord, rather than trusting reflexes.The objective here...is to move as fast as possible in a short leap. Hence-" And within a blur, Gene seems to be standing still...but is now standing behind Branth. "-...you are to move faster than the eye." ...The other image then fades away. "Any questions?"
Branth 11-02-03, 05:52 PM	Branth listened intently to the teacher, watching his every move. When Gene moves from the front of the class to right behind Branth without seeming to acctually move, Branth isn't surprised. In fact, for some reason he can follow Gene's every move like it was in slow motion. Branth stands and faces his teacher with a smile. "You mean like this?" Branth seems to be still in front of Gene, but appears behind him also with a slightly slower blur then Gene's. The image in front of Gene dissappears, leaving the one behind Gene as the real Branth. "Did I do it right?"
Gene_Kynes 11-02-03, 06:15 PM	Gene smirks. "Quick learner." He then ruffles Branth's hair, and sighs...now dissapearing. Branth's draconic ocular enhancement allows him to witness Gene running along the wall, then jumping, and landing in front of the class. "Very well then. Remember...controlled reflex." Grinning, he then opens the door. "If anyone has any questions, please see me after class."
ruthia 11-02-03, 09:16 PM	Sitting in the rafters of the class room, a small bronze firelizard over looks the percedings of the classroom. After Branth prefoms the teachers task, the firelizard chirps and dissappears again. A short time later Brad appears at Agudo's office and waits for the headmaster.
Agudo Archmage 11-02-03, 10:13 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The Headmaster of the school of Light, was just leaving the library with the medical tomb he needed. When his emerald ring started to glow, warning him of intruders in his office. “Lady Hoot, it looks like we have visitors!” They both head for the nearest spiraling staircase, and within a few minutes come to his office door. Agudo looks at the lock and sees its untouched, and figures that someone ether came in through the window or used magic. He takes out his key turns it, and the door slowly opens to revile? “Why it’s the small dragon fellow Ruthia sent” Agudo walks in and smiles at the little fellow. “What can I and Lady Hoot do for you this fine day?”
ruthia 11-02-03, 10:36 PM	Brad gives a happy chirp when Agudo enters the room. He picks up the message he was carring and places it in Agudo's hand.. Dearest Agudo Though there may be no cure for Branth's curent condition, there is still hope. Brad has reported back to me that Branth is responding well in his classes and has not lost any of his old abilities, even though he lost his memory. Prehaps time will mend him for us? Please just keep an eye on him, let me know if he suddenly changes to drastically. Your enlightened Friend Ruthia After Agudo reads the message Brad replays the scene from Gene's classroom into Agudo's mind so he may see for himself what happened. ((Brad commuincates by mental pictures seen from his point of view.))
Agudo Archmage 11-02-03, 10:51 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley “Oh I see then, will do all that we can to help him on his road to recovery; and tell Ruthia that Lady Hoot and I are praying for her..” The Headmaster hands Brad a handful of dragon berries, and pats him on his head. Lady Hoot fly’s to her perch near the window as Agudo sits behind his desk and starts reading more from the tomb.
kulideb 11-03-03, 06:17 AM	"hay, your good at that" said kulideb to Branth after seeing him copy Gene. kulideb made her way to a quite glade in the woods. She stood for a while just being at peace, the songs of the birds filling her mind, and watching the fey and butterflies dance. She slipped off her cloak, and thought back to her class. now how did he do it she thought to her self. She made her body tight and allowed her self to part fall and part move forward. She stopped and looked back across to her cloak lying on the ground across the glade. Well I think I need more practice she thought to her self. So she repeated the whole thing this time back toward her cloak. she was starting to get the hang of it, but her head was starting to hurt. she sat down cross legged and meditated.
Agudo Archmage 11-04-03, 10:47 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The Headmaster yawns as the sunsets and the many moons peak through hazy sky. “Time for a hot bath” He gets up from behind his desk, after reading the medical tomb and walks to the washroom. Agudo looks into the ornate mirror and lets down his long blond hair, from its ponytail. The handles begin to turn by themselves on the iron tub, and warm water pours out. Agudo smiles “Living in a wizards tower has its luxuries” He disrobes and slowly dips himself in. “Ahhhhhh” Agudo glances outside through the washroom window, as the stars begin to twinkle
kulideb 11-05-03, 05:15 AM	She wasnt sure how long she had been sitting there for but the moon and stars were out. She jumped up, picked up her cloak and ran back to the school. She wasnt sure if she would get into trouble for being so late, so instead of using the front door she went around to where her bedroom window was. She began to climb up the side of the school, the stone work allowed for plenty of places to find grip, the wind kept whipping her cloak about, at last she arrived at her window (she hoped!) She used one of the small tools at her belt to lift the latch, then opened the window. She climed in...
Branth 11-05-03, 08:35 AM	...She finds she hadn't quite made it to her room, but a few doors down. Branth sits at his desk, pouring over his notes from class as he tries to figure out his past. He doesn't even see Kulideb come in. With a sigh he puts his hands on his head "Why can't I remeber anything? What happened to me, who am I? Why do I feel like I'm not who they say I am?" Suddenly he gets that prickly sensation you get when your being watched but don't know it. With a jump he extingishes the only light in the room, and blends himself into the shadows now created. o O(Someones here, but where?)
Agudo Archmage 11-05-03, 04:13 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley ((OOC Normaly Agudo room is on the top floor of the wizards tower. But I let the Legalest argue that one and just have fun with it.))) :P The warm steam slowly rising he lowered himself deeper into the relaxing bath. As he opens his eyes he smiles, as he sees Kulideb climbing outside the tower. He waves at her, and then lowers his hand back into the warm water. “What the?….Kulideb!” Agudo jumps up and looks down at himself ‘and then back at his student. He turns slightly embarrass red and grabs a small…No!… I mean large rag!… To cover his unmentionables. He then shrugs and lays back down closing his eyes again slightly smiling.
kulideb 11-05-03, 04:14 PM	She climed in to the dark room she was sure her face was bright red it was amazing that it didnt make the whole room glow. How on earth was she ever going to look the Archmage in the eye! she was so busy thinking about what she had seen that she walked into a chair. "What the...?" She allowed her eyes to adjust to dark vision and looked around her room, it began to dawn on her that she might have missed counted the windows. "great, whose room am I in?" she said out aloud to her self, she couldnt see the rooms owner. She spied a desk and crept over to it, if she could figure out whose room this is then she would be able to work out were her room was. She picked up the notes...
Gene_Kynes 11-05-03, 07:13 PM	It...just...happened. Even to a time stop spell, Gene's body was difficult to spot, contorted and shaped to fit every shadow, his footsteps made as if under the effects of a silence spell. Oddly, Branth doesn't feel the faint breeze such a combination of fast movement, stealth, and caution would produce, but he does see a product of Gene's passage...a large package with a note on it, dropped onto Branth's desk, in typical black and silver. If Branth bothers to read it, it says: "Forgive my...cold reception during the classroom. But one cannot help but feel...ripped off when something that took them three years to learn is instantly mastered and countered. There is an awful bitterness held within that, which I shall not deny. Either way, amazing job, Branth. Held within is your reward for outsmarting me...something I can never forgive you for. You do remember the first manifesto, right? -Gene" If Branth bothers to open the package...it contains a roughly foot-long, slightly-curved blade of mithral. Oddly enough...it doesn't seem to be 'entirely there', occaisonally flickering into transparency. The hilt is wrapped in black-stained cloth, and the basket is nearly non-existant, being a mere blackened metallic handguard that protrudes a few centimetres from the blade. The blade itself is stained black, producing little to no shine. And if the boy picks up the weapon, it's amazingly light in his hands...as if merely an extension of his body. (( German Exam: 95. German Notebook Check: 90. Swimming: 95. My interweb will be well on it's way. :P ))
Branth 11-05-03, 07:25 PM	He watches the figure enter his room and almost fall over his desk. Smirking at this persons lack of cordination he decides to take action. (The notes she is reading are a jumble mess of notes from Gene's class, notes from Khaira's class, and diagrams of dragons.) He reaches for the person, planning on strangling this invader....... Suddenly a package and a note appear on the desk, stopping Branth's movements as he gets startled. ((Hopefully startling Kulideb to)) Branth grabs his latern and lights it to find.... "Kulideb! What are you doing in my room? Did you put that package there?" He doesn't open it or look at it yet, he will wait till Kulideb leaves.
kulideb 11-06-03, 03:55 AM	Just as she touched the notes a package appears on the desk. Kulideb dropped the notes in surprise, all of a sudden she is blinded as bright light fills the room and she hears some one say her name. "Branth? I'm so sorry, I was just trying to get to my room and the wind blew my cloak into my face and I lost count of the windows..sorry." She looked at the package. "It just appeared..emm..I better go." She looked at the window but then thought better of it, she opened the door and set off down the hall towards her own room.
Opaque Divinity 11-07-03, 02:13 AM	{Next morning} *Sanctus returns to the school of Light and Magic. He enters the fore hall and walks up to the beautiful elf, Elvina, and without seeing, stands a few feet from her* "I would like to recieve the class Schedule,"
Branth 11-07-03, 10:02 AM	After Kulideb leaves, Branth reads the note. He tries despertly to recall what his teacher had said, and smiles as he does remeber. He looks at the package without opening it, not sure if he should open a package from some one who is mad at him. Finally he opens it and observes the blade that doesn't really seem to be there. He picks it up in his sword hand, amazed at how light it is and how well it seems to fit in his hand, like it was made for him. With a smile he takes a few practice swings with it and within a few minutes he's fighting an imaginary foe, defending himself, counter attack, just as he has been taught. After about half an hour of this he smiles again, a smile that seems a little more sinister then normal on his childlike face... A little while later he bathes, dresses, and heads outside the blade at his side. His hood pulled up, using the cover of darkness to his advantage, he dissappears from the school and into the woods.
Agudo Archmage 11-07-03, 12:28 PM	Elvina gives Sanctus a hug and smiles warmly at him. “I believe you have one Cleric class, under the wise teaching of Lady Hoot, that start at noon. Lets seee…also an art classes taught by the Gnome sisters, Gigot and Lilyput. Then latter in the week, you have a history class, taught by the Headmaster himself. Khaira class has taken a field trip somewhere, but Gene class is still going on every other day, in the morning. Then there are three Wizard classes you can take, starting tomorrow. One is dealing with *Transmutation,* the other is called *Magic Arrows are my friend?* Then finally the last wizard class is *Time Stop Spell, Why am I always Late?* Elvina gives one more hug then goes back to her desk.
Opaque Divinity 11-07-03, 12:31 PM	"Thanks Elvina," *Sanctus starts to walk towards Lady Hoot's teaching room, but realizes he dont know where it is* "Ehm, where am I to be taught the cleric class?" *After getting directions, Sanctus enters the empty class rooms and sits down. He leans back on a chair and closes his blind eyes, falling into a needed sleep*
Flayhara Magerie 11-07-03, 01:27 PM	She stops in front of the school's doors and looks up from her map. "Well, this is where I want to be," she speaks outloud to no one in particular. She puts the map up in her bag and heads in through the doors. She looks around for someone to ask for help or perhaps for a receptionist type being. Anyone looking toward her sees a tall female about 5'7. She has a deep coloured hair of purple, her eyes are purple, on her forehead is a jewel, and she has a distinct marking below one of her eyes. On her chest looks like something embedded in her skin. On one of her arms is another marking of the same nature as the one on her face and on the wrist is a gold bracelet. On her other arm is a gold armband that has three coils. Around her stomach is another gold coil. The gold items appear to be made of real gold. Her outfit is in two piesces, one that covers the chest area that ties in the back. The other piece is a skirt that has real gold sewn into the clothing. For shoes she wears black slippers.
Agudo Archmage 11-07-03, 02:13 PM	Elvina was giving direction to a group of tourist from the eastern lands, when she saw a new gust walk in. “Greeting my new friend” Elvina says with a bright happy smile. “ Would you be so kind as to sign in the guest book” The large book opens up on the granite desk and asks the following questions. Name? Race? Title? (Cleric, Wizard, Ranger???) Alignment? (Good or Evil) Class to take or person to see? ((Elsewhere)) Sanctus was sound asleep, as the Cathedral of Light, sanctuary filed up with a large group of students. Lady Hoot rested on the podium, and then began with a song. The everyone who was awake! Stood. They began to sing a joy for song to the Light; as the Stained-glass windows shined colorfully in the sanctuary. Creating an awe-inspiring moment. After a few words of greetings, they all sat down as Hoot went into great detail of scripture, and the use of offensive Clerical attacks. “Now class don’t forget to read up on the history of {Cleric Quintet,} written by the historian R.A. Salvatore. Dealing with his adventures in the catacombs, of the famous Library Edificant. Especially when to use offensive Clerical skills, on the dead.” With that she dismissed them with one final prayer to the Light.
Opaque Divinity 11-07-03, 02:20 PM	*Having awakened in the middle of the song, Sanctus enjoyed the class but found it a little short. After it had ended, he walked up to the wise lady hoot, and bowed before here* "Lady Hoot, are we only going to read? I would like to learn something more practical, since I am not very accustomed to clerical skills, and I might need more than just words.."
Agudo Archmage 11-07-03, 02:39 PM	Lady Hoot flew to her student Sanctus and landed on his shoulder as soon as she saw him coming. "Sanctus I am truely happy to see..um.. have you near me. Oh my I take it you did not get a study partner? Well then I will be pleased to be your guide as it would be. "Lets us walk outside to the garden shall we?" As they do so they find a nice spot on a rock near the dancing mermaidens, who dove in and out of the enchnated lake. "Now as far as learning to be a Cleric, this is great Opportunity for you Sanctus, for some of the most successful wizards in the known Realms. Became what we call Duel-Class, in other words, even though it took much (longer) to become an expert at both classes. Yet once the skills of both classes started to work together. That Duel-Cass Cleric/Wizard was almost unstoppable, in battles and in peacetime. She can heal herself and others, cast bless, also cast some of the most powerful wizard spells around.” She looks deep into his eyes as she continues. Never the less Sanctus… Jealousy is often the temptation that comes along when taking this path. For you will see less capable wizards surpass you in skill…..at least in the beginning. Do to the fact that they only have to practice one Style of study.” “You are a free person Sanctus, and I will not be shy about saying I think you can do it. Yet its up to you, will you let me teach you the power of faith?”
Opaque Divinity 11-07-03, 02:49 PM	"I will, Lady Hoot, for I can not see any better teacher of the clerical magic than you," *He smiles and bows*
kulideb 11-07-03, 03:52 PM	The sound of birds singing bought the elf from her revive, she knew she was late for class, but instead of rushing off she went to her widow and gazed out at the garden. She picked up her books and made her way to the lobby. She was dreading seeing the Archmage for she knew she had to say sorry. In the lobby Elvina was busy with a new student, well may be I'll come back later, the elf thought to herself she turned around and set off towards the libary...
Agudo Archmage 11-07-03, 05:49 PM	Lady Hoot flapped her wings then spoke. “Let us start with the basics, for one its not by power or by might, says the Light. It’s by the Light’s spirit. In this case your faith that gives you power. So as you grow in the Light, more things will be revealed to you.” “The difference in a Wizard and a Cleric is that the Wizard has to be very intelligent, to control the mathematical differences in magical energies. While a Cleric can go her whole life with out knowing math or science. Yet with her faith and constant study of the word of the Light.” “Be it in prayer, song, reading, or helping others through feeding the needy. A Cleric will grow in power, such as being able to heal deeper and deeper wounds. To the point that you may be able to have the faith, to reanimate those lost loved ones who have just died.” “For those who fight in battle for the Light, your faith may give you access to Blessings for you comrades. Or even Blinding your enemies, with Smite and Sickness. All this takes place with constant prayer and study, as I told the class you should read up on {Cleric Quintet,} written by the historian R.A. Salvatore." "This will give you understanding of tested faith, as yours is being tested as well Sanctus. Those things in your past may come to test what type of person you are. The hard part is learning mercy and forgiveness, of those you hate." " I will come back in an hour to see you, please pray and read up on this Tomb of Quintet. May wisdom be with you and the Light shine on you until I get back" With that she slew off to the Library, once there she began to wait for someone.
Flayhara Magerie 11-07-03, 08:08 PM	Originally posted by Agudo Archmage Elvina was giving direction to a group of tourist from the eastern lands, when she saw a new gust walk in. “Greeting my new friend” Elvina says with a bright happy smile. “ Would you be so kind as to sign in the guest book” The large book opens up on the granite desk and asks the following questions. Name? Race? Title? (Cleric, Wizard, Ranger???) Alignment? (Good or Evil) Class to take or person to see? She smiles to the woman, "Greetings yourself." She looks down at the guest book and fills in the following information. Name: Flayhara Magerie Race: Half-Succubi, Half-Human Title: Sorceress Alignment: *She grins at this part* A little of both Class to take or person to see: I would like to observe each class and then decide which I would like to take. She looks to the receptionist, "Okay, so now what happens?"
Agudo Archmage 11-07-03, 11:29 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley (LOBBY) Elvina raises a brow as she read this information. “Well let’s see, what can I say?” She thinks for a moment. “Maybe I should let the Headmaster handle this,.....one moment please.” She walks behind the granite desk, moves some butterflies that were resting. She speaks into the “Pixiecom” it holds several pixies sitting on a bird like perch. One of the pixies jumps up and salutes Elvina and fly’s up stairs to Agudo office. The pixie is all excited, as she enters the Headmasters office speaking in its magical language. Agudo who was just resting his eyes, with his feet up, and was surprised by the sudden noise, and fell right out of his chair. As he slowly picks himself of the floor he asks… “What?…Succubus !…Halfbreed?” Tell Elvina I will be right there.” He collects himself and grabs his big blue and white floppy hat, and heads for the door. Withen a few minutes he was there, smiling at the new comer. He walks over the indoor lobby pond, on the small bridge and waives at the baby Mermaid-guppies that were swimming. An artist stops Headmaster, and asks if she may hang this painting in the lobby. Agudo looks at it and tells her how wonderful it is. The tiny Gnome laughs and says its up side down. Agudo hands it back and winks at her, telling the Gnome artist to hang it up. He stops and sees the magical waterfall, that barely makes any noise in the lobby; has a group of Leprechauns living in the cave, behind the fall. Agudo gives them a polite tip of his hat, as he continues on to the new person. Finally with only some delay, in this enchanted lobby, to the school of Light The Headmaster stands in front of Flayhara Magerie he gives a friendly bow and then speaks. “Welcome I am Agudo the Headmaster of this school and cathedral dedicated to the Light. I see you are a half-breed Succubus/human and as far as alignment you’re at best….. chaotic? Agudo rubs his short blond beard for a moment. To be honest evil beings, end up destroyed on sanctified ground to the Light. This is a temple after all” Agudo says this as he looks around, as an example to her. “Those who come here dedicate themselves to the Light, and embrace goodness to the fullest. Is that why you have come Magerie? To live in harmony with all the Light’s goodly creatures; and to serve and to do good...only?”
Flayhara Magerie 11-07-03, 11:41 PM	She grins at Agudo, "Chaotic good to be more exact, I have dropped the evil for I didn't care for it much, but on occassion, I won't lie, I have been known to do a few evil deeds. I am here because this school has a reputation of being one of the most well known on the planes. I hope you will not turn me away for I have travelled a long way to get here and to meet you." She lightly trails her finger up and down on his arm, "I am very honoured to meet you Sir Agudo." She smiles. "As far as the Light goes, yes perhaps I am here to learn of such. But I want to be able to sit in each classroom for one class each and decide what I would like to do. I will not have you nor anyone else randomly place me where I do not want to be. I want that to be understood."
Agudo Archmage 11-08-03, 12:10 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The Headmaster gently takes Magerie hand, and lowers it down to her side. “Your very kind with your words, and a bit to much with your hands. But tell me of your past? Where do you come from? What of this evil you have committed, are you a wanted criminal? Consider this part of your interview, to gain access to the school.”
Flayhara Magerie 11-08-03, 12:19 AM	She smiles, "You should know where I come from, I do not expect you to be so...well...dumb. Evils I have commited? Well, there was that one time I killed a cleric....only because he had tried to attack me within my own lands. Though I do suppose me killing his student made him angry. Killing his student was an accident I swear. She had gotten in between me and my opponent, and you know how bad it can get and what the consequences are for getting in the middle of the fight. I play jokes too, though rarely anymore. You will not have to worry of me misbehaving in a school like this, I am well behaved when I wish to be. I only ask that you nor anyone speak of what I am, unless it is a must. I don't want students prying into my business unless they want a casual conversation then thats okay." She grabs into the air and pulls out two books, they are Agudo's publications. "Would you autograph these for me before I forget and while I have you here talking to me."
Agudo Archmage 11-08-03, 12:58 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Agudo takes the books and with a feather pin that appears from know where, he sign it, then hands it back to her. “Now back to you, let me be honest as I can. This is a place of refuge from the evils of the outside world. Your mannerisms, your commanding way of speaking, lacks the humbleness that would be necessary, in being a successful student. The fact that you command not to be told were to go to class is a perfectly good example. He pauses before going on. “If you truly seek Magerie, to become a student of the Light. Then you must humble your inner being, and to do that you must go in to the world and serve the needy. For nothing more than the joy of helping, those less fortunate than you. Like feeding the orphans, and taking care of the sick. Gain a reputation that can be verified, by goodly people; and then I shall let you join.”
Flayhara Magerie 11-08-03, 01:08 AM	She takes the books from Agudo then places them within the bag. A flame suddenly engulfs her and then just as quickly it is gone, "You are warned Agudo, our next meet will not be pleasant. Next time I will have others with me and you will see that your choice was the wrong one!" She disappears from site and her demonic laugh could be heard throughout the whole school. As she leaves things that could catch fire are set up in flames. After her leaving a book of hers, not one of Agudo's writings but a personal one. On the front in pure gold letters is written, "Personal." The book itself seems very heavy if picked up.
kulideb 11-08-03, 05:44 AM	She found herself a quite corner and began to read, the book was one from the Archmages class she had heard other students say how good it was and her father had been to see the Spirit Soaring cathedral, but he hadnt been to willing to talk about the events leading up to the cathedal being built. "Book one Canticle" she said softly as she turned the first page.
Agudo Archmage 11-08-03, 09:53 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley ((LOBBY)) Magerie was not a graces looser that was for sure, the Headmaster said to himself. “He turns to Elvina, it’s a good thing I used disappearing ink when I autographed my books. “ Elvina sees another book, it was left behind by the angry Halfbreed. She slowly picks it up, for it was heavy, and gives it to Agudo to read. “Whats this?” he takes it and frowns, as he casts some identifying magic on it. It should reveal any curses or traps; as well as translating any written language into one he knows. ((LIBRARY)) Lady Hoot was chit chatting with some students, when Kulideb came in. An enchanting sweet young woman, who had just started at the school, only a few months ago. Lady Hoot thought she would stop and say hello, after Kulideb had a chance to read some of the book. For it seemed to have totally grabbed her attention, with great interest.
Flayhara Magerie 11-08-03, 10:04 PM	The draconic language is now translated so that he can read it. If there were any curses or traps they have been disabled. If he opens the book, the book's pages open to her last entry: "I have been cast out of my family for my acute soft spot for kindess. They make fun of me and call me the dreadful human lover. Lover? I am not a lover, I just don't see the need to be evil all the time. I told them that I wanted to become a student at Agudo's school and they just kept laughing in my face. I then set out to prove them wrong, I will get into that school and show them that I can become something greater than them, greater than their evil."
kulideb 11-09-03, 05:33 AM	Kulideb looked up from her book and saw lady Hoot. "Hello lady Hoot, ...I know I'm not a cleric but do you think I could join in the Archmages class? I know they are looking at this book and I would love to find out more about Cadderly." Her eyes take on a faraway look as she thinks about the book. "..I'm sorry I do have a habit of losing myself in a story."
Agudo Archmage 11-09-03, 09:56 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley ((LOBBY)) The Headmaster takes the book and returns to his office on the top floor of the wizards tower. He thinks about how this misguided Magerie was. …oO She wanted to prove her evil friends wrong more than to do good. In fact she had said in this book that she didn’t think doing evil was necessary all the time. That was of course the problem, it’s never a good to do evil… ever! Oo… He sat down in behind in his desk and looked around the room. So many antiques and mementoes of adventures long past. He smiled, and thought some more about the half-breed Magerie. …oO If she would only humble herself and not command other but serve. Then she would know what it is to be good.Oo… Agudo turned the book around, in his hands a few more times, before putting it away. He then mumbled out loud. “It was bit to easy to leave this book behind, rather suspicious in fact” ((Library)) Lady Hoot smiled at her friend. “Yes Kulideb you may join, but Agudo teaches Wizardry and History, I as High Cleric teach those who seek faith in the Light. Yet if you still wan>t I would be honored to have you in my class”
kulideb 11-10-03, 04:29 AM	"Oh I would love to join your class Lady Hoot, it doesnt clash with any of my others does it?" said the small elf.
Agudo Archmage 11-10-03, 09:35 AM	Lady Hoot shook her head "No my frined this will work well with your other classes. I look forword in seeing you there, and hope you become one of my best students."
Gene_Kynes 11-10-03, 10:00 PM	Almost immediately after the Shadowjump out of the student's room, Gene allowed himself...a fall. Torn cloak billowing out above him as he fell, Gene was still somewhat difficult to spot along the school walls. When it's need arose, Gene slowed himself by running along the same wall that blended with him, somehow preventing an...irrequired fracture. Rolling as he hit the ground, the Shadowdancer was quick to change roles from infiltrator to actor as he slowed, brushing himself off and standing up slowly. A student in the halls that passed him wouldn't be able to tell the difference. Arms crossed, he flashed a smile to any student he passed in the halls, a far cry from the introvert he was on one of his...fluctuations. However...even his own 'act' could not prevent the debt of light he owed the Archmage. Laughter. Demonic. Agudo. Three words that flashed through his mind...a mind that changed too often from entropic instinct to focused calculation; the former overriding all else. He was a blur, shadowjumping to the best of his extent, and stealth-dashing between 'jumps...weged in the middle of each flash of Umbral movement was a 'report' from the School's shadows, a chaotic jumbling of black and white images that could drive other minds to insanity, seemingly communication from the insane. ...And with this, his espionage, his agility, his infomation and survelliance...he was late. He had the stilletto set for the being's hamstrings, but only sliced thin air, performing a small dragged spin in place as a loss of balance. Failure. The stilletto retreats back into his clothing, as abnormally calm blue eyes scan the area, providing color where corrupted shadow visions could not. "Agudo, are you well?"
Flayhara Magerie 11-10-03, 11:56 PM	She appeared in front of Gene, her cheeks wet with tears, and her eyes all red and puffy. In her most innocent voice and charming tone, "Sir, please help me....I need your help and no one will help! Just give me a moment of your time, I promise it won't take long..." She then goes back to sobbing and crying.
Agudo Archmage 11-11-03, 12:29 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The Headmaster was walking along, when he heard the voice of Gene call out his name. As he turns another person runs up to him, Magerie the halfbreed demonic creature. That was told that she would have to turn away from evil, by doing good things. Such as serving the poor, and humbling herself. Magerie had left threatening revenge at Agudo, for turning her down, in joining the school Agudo didn’t say anything he just waited around the corner listening.
Gene_Kynes 11-11-03, 09:40 AM	"Then what makes you feel I'd help?" His eyes were narrowed, as he took a step backwards. Seemingly in response, another Shadow told him her previous words, in the typical jumble; Hyoou Aure wUh-arned Agudo, hour nehxt mhet vill not be pleaSANT. Nehxt tyhme I vill haff ozzhers with meh und you will seeeh thaht youhr choice WAS the wrong one! "You threatened the headmaster...the school..." Soon, the stilletto is back in Gene's hand, which he has retreated to a trouser pocket. "...and you expect help?" Gene's glare could reduce a devil to tears by now, as he made slow, cautious steps towards the woman. "You have approximately thirty seconds to remove yourself from the school grounds. If you're still around past that time limit, I'll force you to leave. Now go."
Flayhara Magerie 11-11-03, 09:53 AM	She stops her crying act and frowns her voice deeper than normal, "One day you are going to regret the day your mother gave birth to you, perhaps sooner than you thought!" She laughs with a demonic undertone. She looks around her, her eyes have changed and the voice to now that of a scared child, "Please help me sir.....something is within my ...." Her voice is cut off by the one that had been speaking earlier, "Shut up woman! This is my body for the using now I will not set you free..." The scared voice comes through again, "Please... I can feel myself slowly dying within this body... not enough room.."
Gene_Kynes 11-11-03, 10:04 AM	Gene narrowed his eyes. "I already loathe that day, woman. I already do." In one of his typical blurred motions, a small ring is on his index finger, his hand becoming a fist...at this action, a needle pops out of the ring. Within another split second, Gene is behind the woman, with fist hovering near her neck, the needle pressing ever so slightly against her jugular vein. "First the poison attacks the nervous system, causing alternating feelings of euphoria, pain, and numbness. Then it becomes hard to breathe. Within a few nanoseconds, breathing actually becomes a challenge, but it doesn't matter. What the poison's really trying to get to is the heart...which it stops." His other hand gripped her shoulder tightly, if only attempting to keep her still. "I'd suggest you don't move."
Flayhara Magerie 11-11-03, 10:09 AM	The scared woman's voice comes out again, "No, please don't kill me.... I speak the truth... my body has been taken over by this demon! Please sir, I beg of you.... release me of her!" The demon's voice speaks, "Hush woman or you'll die quicker than that needle will make the both of us!"
Gene_Kynes 11-11-03, 10:24 AM	Gene...then sighs. Might as well give her a chance...if this proves out to be a great lie, then she at least deserves some respect as an actress. The needle isn't withdrawn...but Flayhara may feel a sharp sting of pain from another needle stuck into her back ((Naturally, she may dodge it, or her skin's tough enough to be unpenetrable.))...and soon, sleep seems like an amazingly attractive activity, eyelids becoming heavy and limbs becoming loose. The needle near her neck retracts, as Gene prepares to catch the halfblooded sorcereress, if the tranquilizer takes effect.
Flayhara Magerie 11-11-03, 10:28 AM	Flayhara's body falls limp as she gives in to the nice thought of sleeping.
Gene_Kynes 11-11-03, 10:51 AM	Gene sighed...and hoping she wasn't too heavy, attempts to lift her and take her towards the Arcane Library. Hell. If it worked for me, might as well work for her. Deciding to just 'waste' his Shadow Walk allowance for the day, Gene slips into the Library from the Shadowplane to avoid odd glances...afterall, he was carrying someone unconcious around. "Let's just hope you're not screwin' me over, eh, Miss?" Laying her on a table, Gene then scans along something that should rightfully be called 'his' section, considering how few people travelled there. Scanning along forgotten tomes written by men considered to be mad, the Shadovar-blooded 'Dancer dragged out a tome seemingly bound in scales, written in the obscure Netherese text. "...Right then. Cards are set...and considering that 'Gudo's more of a justicar than an angel...let's see if I've gotten any better at my banishing skills, hmm?" ...He seems much, much too casual about all of this, uncomfortably enough to make one question his skill at this... "Efficiunt Daemones, ut quae non sunt, sic tamen quasi sint, conspicienda hominibus exhibeant..." Gene's voice lowered to a whisper now, as he performed complex arcane symbols in the air above her, ancient Netherese rites attempting to remove the presence of the demonic one inside the woman...at least mentally. As curious as Gene was...he wasn't entirely careless, and sent one of his Shadows to retreive Lady Hoot and Agudo, wherever they may be...Agudo had managed to find a blind spot in Gene's "system". (( Alrighty...if it's majorly difficult...Gene can't do it. He may be using ancient magic that dwarfed even the Wish spell during it's day, but he's still not an expert sorcerer, nor healer, nor banisher. Effectively, he'd be an EMT in the world of unpossessing-people. ))
Flayhara Magerie 11-11-03, 11:01 AM	It wasn't entirely all that hard for him to do that as it seemed the body, somehow, was helping out in some way. A transluscent image of the succubus floats over Flayhara's body and shakes her head. "To bad.... she was a beautiful woman, we could have been a great team together... oh well!" Demonic laughter rises from her and she disappates into thin air. Flayhara's body begins to break out in a cold sweat, her clothes nearly drenched with it from sweating for only a few seconds.
Gene_Kynes 11-11-03, 11:40 AM	It...worked? Gene sighed...in a mixture of both relief and disbelief, as he closed the book and simply placed it atop the neatly-lined books on a nearby shelf, before looking back to Flayhara. For only the faintest of moments, a bit of compassion leaks into his voice as he says; "Are you...are you alright?" His voice then hardens once more, as he removes his cloak and attempts to wrap her in it, guessing wet clothing wouldn't provide much protection against the coming winter's chill. With Agudo, the Shadow suddenly dissapated, rather than providing a lead to the library...with the simple message: "Nevermind." (( Oh, and just noticed this! Erm...if it's alright, Agudo, Gene's classes are at dusk, or dawn, but never when the sun is fully up. And he never seems to adhere to a schedule, rather just passing notices when the next class will take place. ;)))
kulideb 11-11-03, 02:54 PM	Kulideb looked up from her book at the sound of voices, she wasnt sure how long the people talking had been there. She thought one souned like Gene. She closed her book and got up off the seat. She walked around the library to where she thought Gene was. "Hi, is every thing alright?" she said looking at Gene and the lady.
Flayhara Magerie 11-11-03, 04:40 PM	She stirs hearing the sound of a voice, "Yes I think I am alright...." She looks up to who had spoken to her, with a slight smile, "Thank you very much sir I can't thank you enough." She looks around her a bit confuses, "Pray you tell me where I am?" She then turns to the woman at the door who had spoken to the man. She nods her head to her. With all the excitement she passes out, her sweating now stopped but her body seemed very warm as if she had just excercised for a few hours.
Gene_Kynes 11-11-03, 05:00 PM	Gene sighed. "...why people faint so easily...is beyond me..." Shaking his head, the 'Dancer then looks to Kuli, as he picked up the sorceress. "...Tell Agudo Miss Ragey Firey is...erm..under control, I'd guess. I'm taking her to the infirmary." Letting another sigh escape his lips, Gene proceeded to the nurse's office...ignoring any odd stares that come his way. When he arrives at the infirmary, he rather rudely moves to a vacant bed and drops the woman off on it. "...Most...esteemed healer, mind if I keep an eye on this one? Nothing...major, simply faint of heart. Nothing better to do, anyway." He glanced over to the nurse... ...the same one who insisted on viewing why I limped last month, or how I got so many cuts on my arm, or how-ugh! He teaches a class that deals with traps, for Sune's sake! And either way...Miss Ragey Firey is still a threat. If that was some elaborate act, she may have to meet Mister Stabby, or Mister Chokey... Gene then smirked, appearently at nothing, as he crossed his arms and lent against the wall.
Flayhara Magerie 11-11-03, 05:05 PM	Within ten minutes of being within the infirmary she comes to again. She tries to sit up and looks to Gene sitting near her, "Where am I?"
Gene_Kynes 11-11-03, 05:10 PM	Without looking at her, staring directly at the wall in front of him he responds. "Agudo's School of Light and Magic on the western area of Faerun, Toril, in the Material Plane." His oddly-colored hair provides a veil of sorts from the side, allowing only faintest hints at his eyes...hence, she's unable to detect the change from dark to light blue, the crimson being entirely gone this shift.
Flayhara Magerie 11-11-03, 05:20 PM	She smiles, "Thank you sir." She gets up and stands beside the bed, her outfit still wet she frowns. "Its a good thing I found a spell long ago to dry my clothes." Her body becomes covered in a red warming globe and soon her two piece outfit is dry again. "I don't want to be a burden to this school anymore sir, no one will want me here anyway after what I have done. I will see myself out..." with that she starts to walk away. Just by the way she holds herself, it gives the air of nobility. Also the real gold jewelry and the golden material that is sewn to the skirt adds to the nobility aura that surrounds her. By her head piece and strange markings under her left eye and on her right arm show that she may belong to a tribe of some sort.
Gene_Kynes 11-11-03, 05:25 PM	He sighs...and then...stands up. "Trust me , I am loathe to do this...but I'm not the kind that spits at the idea he fights to protect." He then stretches out, and offers a gloved hand. "This school does not discriminate upon the actions one's body did, but rather on what one's mind did. And my...sources...do not have information on exactly why you raged." The other hand lays across his midsection, as if holding that hand out was similiar to a blade to the throat. "If you still wish to attempt to become a student...I...believe it's possible, considering the...circumstances."
Flayhara Magerie 11-11-03, 05:29 PM	She nods, "Yes well thank you....uh sorry I do not know your name..." She smiles, then offers a curtsy to him, "I am Lady Flayhara Magerie of the Light Tribe on the Material Plane." She smiles to him.
Gene_Kynes 11-11-03, 05:32 PM	He nods, withdrawing the hand with a bit of relief. "My...name doesn't matter. Now...mind telling me why you went all Ragey Firey?" His face is emotionless...almost too professional for comfort, considering his age.
Flayhara Magerie 11-11-03, 05:39 PM	She frowns, "I did not... the succubus did. I don't remember exactly what happened but a long time ago the succubus had possessed my body and taking control over everything. She caused me to get kicked out of my tribe, to become an outcast wherever I went, and to cause destruction to all that crossed my path. I do not approve of what she had done and made me do. I feel like I am unclean and unfit to live even though I had not done anything. When I am finished here I will need to pray to the Light and make myself well again. Whether you believe me or not sir is up to you, I do not ask that you believe me or even take into consideration what I say. You are a busy man and I do not think that you will bother yourself if you do not believe me." She curtsies to him, "Good day sir." She walks off from him greatly burdened and as she walks out of the room she looks for the exit. Not seeing it directly she heads in which way it might be.
Gene_Kynes 11-11-03, 05:54 PM	He sighed, almost ritualistically. Frap. "Want to know what really annoys me?" He stepped towards her, and made a "c'mere" gesture, trying to lead her towards the Cathedral. "...when people don't answer me correctly. 'Why did you get all ragey and firey?' 'I did not, the succubus did.'...does that sound like a good reason to vouch for someone's innocence?" For once...Gene seems...human, losing his coldness towards utter annoyance. True, not the best exhibition of emotion, but emotion nevertheless. "I never believe someone until they can give me a realistic story. If someone responds to my question incorrectly, I begin to lose faith in them. I didn't ask 'who was in charge of you getting all ragey'." As he headed along the hallways with her, motioning to make another turn, he glanced over to her. "...Keep on heading down that hall, and you'll reach doors larger than the rest. You can't miss the Cathedral. Do all the praying you need." And with that...he crouches within her shadow...then dissapears. Within the nearly colorless chamber that served as Gene's room...Gene suddenly appeared on the bed, saying in a high-pitched voice; "Oh no, life didn't go the way I wanted it to go! Oh no, I'm not liked by everyone!" He looked up at the cold stone of his room, and let another sigh loose. "Gods. And then she tries to figure out the maze of the school. Ugh...why can't...we ever get a realist? Or at least someone quiet?" Turning over to bury his face into his pillow, Gene gave yet another sigh, this one muffled. For once...Gene didn't seem the part of assassin, spy, bodyguard, lutist, Shadowdancer, nor teacher. For once...he looked vurnerable.
Flayhara Magerie 11-11-03, 06:04 PM	She sighs, and is about to answer him when he takes his leave. She closes her eyes and feels for where he is. She appears in his room sitting on the floor near him. "Excuse me Mr. Gene. I am sorry if I did not answer you I may have just misunderstood your question." She takes a deep breath and then slowly lets it out, "Okay, you want to know why she got so upset? It was because Agudo would not let her do what she wanted. She wanted to be able to sign up in the school, sit in each class and see which she wanted rather than be put into a class. She had made demands to him instead of asking and being open. When Agudo told her that she must go and do good deeds for the public she didn't like it and grew very angry. She had went to a tavern and sat plotting out a way to take him down. So, she came back and tried to charm you into liking her so much you would do anything for her. During the whole time I tried and fought to keep control over my body but as you can see it didn't work and I felt my mind slowly dying within my body as there isn't room for two up there. I had caught her while she was so upset that I was able to talk to you just for a minute at a time."
Gene_Kynes 11-11-03, 06:19 PM	A single eye opened, his head lifted slightly from the pillow...and soon, she found herself being stared at by crimson eyes, his head now turned to the side. "Now you can teleport. And know my name." He turns is head back into his pillow, and a muffled "Frap." follows. He then turns his head back to her. "Okay, okay...so she was all mad things didn't go the way she planned. So who're you, and why are you here?"
Flayhara Magerie 11-11-03, 06:36 PM	She frowns, "I told you that already. I didn't say your name earlier as I wanted you to tell me but you refused to so I wanted you to know that I know your name as your name is just as famous to many as the great Agudo himself. Shall I go over who I am again and how I happen to have gotten here?"
Gene_Kynes 11-11-03, 06:45 PM	"That's new. I'm actually-somewhat known. Anyway, I was simply wondering if you came here, or if...erm...she came here. Multiple minds in a single body makes questions rather odd. Anyway, what do you plan on doing now?" He then turns over on his back, his head still turned to look at her. "You could pray, or you could try and talk to Agudo. It's up to you."
Flayhara Magerie 11-11-03, 07:03 PM	She smiles, "Yes, I can understand the confusion. However, while I am here I wouldn't mind becoming a student though it would be quite nice. Also, I would like to go pray and speak to Agudo about things that happened, although I think it would be wise to have you there too so that you may also speak of what happened between you and her. For now though, think we could continue to speak?"
Gene_Kynes 11-11-03, 07:11 PM	"Continue to? I thought we were already doing that. But what do you want to talk about?" He yawns, getting far too comfortable. Raising a hand to cover his mouth during the yawn, Gene then looks back to Flayhara. "...and I think it'd be wisest to talk to Agudo, first. It is...kind of...his Cathedral of Light. I'd like to think it belongs to all, though." He shrugs.
Flayhara Magerie 11-11-03, 07:16 PM	She smiles again, "Yes we were talking weren't we? I had intended on talking to him first as I don't want to be here and him not approve. I hear you are an excellent teacher from my old tribe and I also have heard some stories of you. Though I wouldn't mind hearing one that came straight from the great man himself. I think some of the stories told from the tribe got a bit misinterpreted as it got told and I would like to hear them without having information added on. Would you please tell me of one of your travels?"
Gene_Kynes 11-11-03, 07:22 PM	"If they've heard of me...then your tribe needs better bards. I'm nothing special, alright?" Gene sighs, sitting up. "C'mon. Agudo waits, but...for what; he's most likely unsure of."
Flayhara Magerie 11-11-03, 07:26 PM	Fearing she had offended him she appologizes sincerely, "I am sorry sir I had not meant to offend you in any way, its just that staff and headmaster of this place are known well to us as we are a tribe of the Light and this places teaches that. We make it our business to know who is in the circle of the Light." She gracefully stands from her place on the floor, "Yes we should go speak to him." She follows Gene without sound, her feet nor her breathing could be heard. Only a shadow and, if glanced behind him, were the only sure way to make sure was still there following.
Gene_Kynes 11-11-03, 07:38 PM	Gene nods...and attempts to lead her to Agudo's. "..Sorry...about...snapping." For the rest of the walk, he remains silent. Oddly enough, he's without his blade and cloak throughout the entire 'trip'.
Flayhara Magerie 11-11-03, 07:41 PM	She smiles, "Do not worry about snapping, I.. uh tend to get that alot." She doesn't seem to notice him going without weapons, and if she did she never said anything about it thinking that he had no need for them.
Gene_Kynes 11-11-03, 08:23 PM	He sighs...and then stops, spinning around and facing at a very sudden movement. "Guess...I've just deindividualized myself, then. I'm...sorry for snapping, Flay. Erm...what about you, then? What of your travels?"
Flayhara Magerie 11-11-03, 08:30 PM	She stops herself suddenly so that she doesn't run into him. She has to grab onto his arm to help steady herself, she looks up a little embarassed, "Sorry about that, sudden stops aren't that easy for me." She smirks a little. She slightly smiles, "Please think of it no more. What of my travels? Well, I enjoy helping others and I have around to a lot of places. I enjoy attending fairs and performing a few tricks with my sorcery." She blushes for a second, "Dancing at those is quite enjoyable. Other than the fairs I enjoy talking to others about the Light and how wonderful it is. Other than that I don't have much else to say. Unless you would like to know that I am on the High Council of my tribe."
Gene_Kynes 11-11-03, 08:57 PM	Gene's face is tinged with crimson at the contact, but Gene himself doesn't seem to take notice of either of the blushes. "...what kind of dancing?" He begins walking backwards...and she soons becomes a beholder to one of his mood fluctuations, from a guilty coldness to lighthearted, almost joking attitude. "...Well, that is...if you don't mind me boldness in asking."
Flayhara Magerie 11-11-03, 09:04 PM	She smiles and shakes her head, "No of course not, why would I mind? I enjoy any type of Branle dances, contiga, franandole, black nag, and many others. Heard of any of them?"
Branth 11-11-03, 09:11 PM	((Jumping ahead in the story time line, just play around me...I'm on my own here :) )) Several nights later Branth still had not returned to school. Not that many had noticed he was missing, he hadn't been friends with anyone at the school anyways. Deep in the woods Branth sits with his eyes closed, legs crossed, the blade he had recieved from Gene in his lap. He doesn't appear to be the same mischiviouse boy he use to be. He seems to have aged almost ten years in the few days he has been in the woods. Fresh wounds cover many parts of his body but he seems to take no notice of them. Sitting still he suddenly speaks one word "Come" Shadows suddenly seem to leap at Branth, advancing on him like a group of trained killers. Branth's eyes snap open, no longer the carefree blue they once where, but a battle hardened grey. He stands ready, letting the shadows attack him, defending himself easily. After deflect sevral attacks, taking several hits, he yells out "ENOUGH" and with a burst of white light sends the shadows retreating. Panting he sits back down, regains his composure, closes his eyes to ready himself again. The shadows wait silently, knowing they will be needed again. o O(I must keep testing myself, I must learn this)
Gene_Kynes 11-11-03, 09:46 PM	"Contiga...contiga..." Gene plays around with the word...and perform a few steps of a Waterdhavian tango with an invisible partner, humming while he thinks. "Sounds Chondathan, perhaps even Sembian...I may've seen it, but can't quite place it. Franandole?" His dance then shifts to Cormyrian waltz, with a somewhat bittersweet humming to accompany it. "...Cthultan, if I had to guess. But never heard of it. As for the black nag...well...Most definately a Heartlands?" He then puncuates his question with a quick Paso Doble, before resuming a his 'normal' standing stance, his invisible partner vanishing as quickly as the 'Two-Step'. "..Erm...was I...even slightly accurate?"
Agudo Archmage 11-12-03, 12:00 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley ((OOC………OK!….WOW…EVERYONE BREATH!…I bet some ones fingers need some ice after all that typing….. Glad I wasn’t in a rush when I read the WHOOOOLE thing!….And don’t worry Gene ….Agudo likes taking his “naps” at noon as well…. So ya its ok, that you do your classes in the morning, or dusk, not noon.)) :ayyyy!: ** Before** The Headmaster turned himself invisible and followed Gene. He was impressed at how fast he wanted to kill evil. If it were up to Leetah, we would be holding the demon’s hand telling it to be a good little demon. But part of Agudo was glad, Gene gave the demon like woman Magerie, the benefit of the doubt. He watched with great hope, when Gene attempted to use a powerful Netheral spell. It just so happen that Agudo personally went through all the Netheral Scrolls/ books; and removed the hidden trickery that the Netheral were famous for. Agudo Rolls his eyes as he remembers Edwin, changing himself into a woman; after using one of those things. ((BG 2 PLUG FOR ALL YOU FANS OUT THERE)) But with true pride, Agudo was over joyed that Gene was successful at the spell. For even without the hidden traps it was still a powerful spell to try. As they left the library and entered the infirmary, Agudo thought about reveling himself. But Magerie, and Gene had a disagreement, and she was trying to leave the school. Yet once again Gene, the good person that Agudo knows Gene is, on the inside….deep inside… Personally took Magerie to the Cathedral of Light. Or almost did, until he became antisocial again, and shadow jumped to his room. Leaving Magerie alone In the hallway. “Ahh this is my opportunity to talk to Magerie” Agudo said out loud, but as he was about to talk to Magerie. She used her magic to go to Gene room. Agudo being the Archmage that he was…. could sense where the magic took them. He decided to walk, for as he always says…… (Its better to walks, or ride a horse to get to someplace, becouse getting there is half the fun!) Agudo had just reached the top of the staircase, and was walking down the hallway. When he saw Gene… Dancing?…. In fact he was heading right for the Headmaster. Without missing a step Agudo grabbed Gene hand and started dancing with him. But just for a second, as the surprise look on Gene face showed, that he did not plan on a dance partner. “Sorry Gene but I couldn’t resist, you’re a wonderful dancer by the way” Agudo gives a wink and big toothy smile.”
Flayhara Magerie 11-12-03, 12:42 AM	She was about to jump in with Gene with Agudo seemed to have creeped out of nowhere and began dancing with him. She could not help herself with a big grin. Then cuts in to dance with Gene, "Yes, those dances ring bells in my memory, we will have to go sometime." She then stops with Gene and turns to Agudo and does a few steps with him with a smile, "You too are a great dancer sir." She comes to a halt dancing with the two and smiles, "Thank you gentleman for the lovely dancing." She gives them both a curtsy. She straightens up and looks to Agudo, "Headmaster Agudo sir, Gene and I would like to speak with you privately."
kulideb 11-12-03, 04:05 AM	After the others had left the library, Kulideb had tried to let the Archmage know, but she couldnt find him. She said hello to the students she passed when she began to realize that some one was missing. She had avoided Branth at first in case he was mad at her for being in his room, but that was a few days ago. She began to ask around but no one else had seen him either. She set off to talk to the Archmage.
Gene_Kynes 11-12-03, 08:37 AM	Gene's body became rigid, as his playfulness was withdrawn back into him, his features becoming that of his almost soldier-like seriousness. "Thank you, er, Agudo. Here's...Flayhara. She...can explain her actions, and I will vouch for her." His arms soon cross, and he once more becomes receptive to the shadow's whisperings...a was granted a glance of Kulideb approaching their position.
Agudo Archmage 11-12-03, 01:51 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The Headmaster chuckles some more, well enough of this joking around. You two said something about wanting to talk with me….Yes what is it?”
Flayhara Magerie 11-12-03, 02:14 PM	She turns to Agudo and lowers her voice a bit so that no one should hear but those who are suppose to. "Well, I would like to join the school. I know you might think that I am the same, but I am not anymore. When you last talked to me you were speaking to the succubus not me. She had taken over my body and knew that being in the body of someone who belongs to the tribe of Light would help her get in. She had tried to charm her way in through Gene here, and I had managed to speak out while the succubus was getting mad at him. Gene took the chance of helping me and he drove the succubus out of my body. I am not longer possessed and I desire to be in this school. Please, however let me reinstate my introduction of myself." She gives him a curtsy, "I am Flayhara Magerie, sorceress and member of the High Council of the Tribe of Light, or was. The succubus had caused me to be thrown out of the tribe which I will later try to go back to the tribe and see if they will forgive my actions."
Agudo Archmage 11-12-03, 02:31 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Agudo thinks for a moment, then speaks. “so what race are you? Are you still a half-breed Succubus? Will need to dunk you in blessed water, to make sure your not evil. Also a few revelation spells a well”
Flayhara Magerie 11-12-03, 02:41 PM	She smiles, "I am human like any normal one. Yes, the dunking in water would be a good idea and I also ask that for one day I remain undisturbed praying in the chapel."
Agudo Archmage 11-12-03, 06:08 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley “ Alright then we should go handle this right now. If you would follow me please.” With that Agudo led Flayhara to the Cathedral of Light. Being in here alone, would cause an evil person to be destroyed. But Agudo wasn’t going to take chances. He met Lady Hoot by the blessed pool of water, at the side of the granite stage. It was inside the Cathedral of Light, on the side of the main stage. The pool was shaped like a natural rocked lined, oasis of water. With flowers and trees on the sides and a small waterfall feeding the pool. Lady Hoot asked Flayhara to wade in, as she prayed to the Light. The Archmage of Light, followed and helped Flayhara under the water, they prayed over her. Agudo then lifted Flayhara up, and wiped the water dripping over eyes, with his hand. “Now by all that is Righteous and Good, I cast the evil residue from thy body and mind! You must now speak the truth! Are you completely dedicated to the Light Flayhara?”
Gene_Kynes 11-12-03, 06:26 PM	...As they left the hallway to continue on with the ritual, either one could see absolutely no sign of Gene. ...Those who were close to the cieling of the school, however, could hear a rather fast-paced movement from an ancient Waterdhavian sonata...and those with good eyesight could see a dancer to accompany those movements.
Flayhara Magerie 11-13-03, 12:15 AM	Originally posted by Agudo Archmage “ Alright then we should go handle this right now. If you would follow me please.” With that Agudo led Flayhara to the Cathedral of Light. Being in here alone, would cause an evil person to be destroyed. But Agudo wasn’t going to take chances. He met Lady Hoot by the blessed pool of water, at the side of the granite stage. It was inside the Cathedral of Light, on the side of the main stage. The pool was shaped like a natural rocked lined, oasis of water. With flowers and trees on the sides and a small waterfall feeding the pool. Lady Hoot asked Flayhara to wade in, as she prayed to the Light. The Archmage of Light, followed and helped Flayhara under the water, they prayed over her. Agudo then lifted Flayhara up, and wiped the water dripping over eyes, with his hand. “Now by all that is Righteous and Good, I cast the evil residue from thy body and mind! You must now speak the truth! Are you completely dedicated to the Light Flayhara?” She remains cooperative throught the whole ritual as Agudo asks her a question she answers in a straight tone, "Yes, I have been for many years and will continue to always be dedicated."
Agudo Archmage 11-13-03, 01:26 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley "Now one last thing is thier any evil left withen you?"
Flayhara Magerie 11-13-03, 02:35 AM	She shakes her head, "No sir Agudo, there are no more demonic presences or any other presences for that matter other than my own."
kulideb 11-13-03, 03:49 AM	As kulideb came down the hallway she spotted the Archmage and the new student she had seen before in the lobby. They were busy talking, she stopped a short distance away and waited. It must be something serious she thought to herself as she watched them head off. Well, she would have to look for branth by herself! She carried on down the hallway but stopped she was sure she could hear music, it was very faint and she only caught snatches of it. She was sure she could sense some one near by. "Hello?"
Agudo Archmage 11-13-03, 12:19 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The Headmaster smiles and gives her a hug, everyone standing in the cathedral near the pool of water, starts clapping their hands. “Then Flayhara I here by welcome you to the Agudo School of Light and Magic. I believe you will do very well here, and I am sure you would like to see your new room, at the school.” Lady Hoot lands on Flayhara, shoulder. “I am pleased that you have joined us, allow me to escort you to your room to dry off and to decide what classes you will take starting tomorrow.” They all waded out of the water, and were handed towels, to help soak up the dampness from their cloths. Lady Hoot happily escorted Fayhara, through the outside gardens, and into the residential tower. The new student saw many races eating in the dinning hall as the two started walking up the staircase. The rich smells of exotic foods were intoxicating. Within a few minutes they had reached the sixth floor that lead to her room. Like all the students who came here, Fayhara had found her name on the door already. Once inside, an elegantly furnished room awaited her. On the walls were tapestry rugs showing lighthouses, and winged angels. As walks in farther she sees at the far wall is a plush and very large bed, capable of sleeping four people. An oak roll top desk near the spacious window that has colorful stained glass in it. Several books and scrolls, lay on the bookshelves near by. To the left is a private washroom, with iron tub that is capable of pouring hot water. Pumped up from the basement below, by ingénues Gnomes and a personal privy made of porcelain. All in all a room fit for a queen, but in this case for Agudo’s students. Lady Hoot flapped her wings and smiled once more. “May we see more of each other, as you begin your stay at the school Fayhara. Will you need anything else?”
Flayhara Magerie 11-13-03, 12:35 PM	She had nearly turned a deep red when everyone had started clapping for her but she managed to control the near embarassment feeling. She smiles to Lady Hoot, "Would you find Gene for me so that I might talk to him. Oh, and Lady Hoot, I would still like that day of prayer in the Chapel if you or Agudo wouldn't mind. I feel that it would be necessary. Also, just a slight favor if you don't mind. I just ask that on a daily basis I have time to pray in Chapel as well. One more thing, what does Gene teach and could I join some of his classes and one of yours? I know I probably don't have much say, but with the teachers I hope I do have enough say to at least ask for a particular one? I really hate to be picky Lady Hoot...I am sorry if this is a bother to you."
Agudo Archmage 11-13-03, 01:22 PM	Lady Hoot nodded her head. "Yes you may join my Clerical class, as far as Gene. He teaches what some would call Rogue classes. But Agudo has made it clear to the class, that this information should be used for the Light. Not to take from others, but to stop evil and to help gather information, when sneaking in; and picking locks is in needed to fight evil." " You will need to ask Gene about getting into his class. Now as far as prayer in the Cathedral of Light, it is open night and day for those who seek the Light. I am happy to say there is plenty of company when praying in the Cathedral" "For give me but I must be off, but if you need me are Agudo, we can always be found normaly in his office or around school grounds."
Flayhara Magerie 11-13-03, 02:01 PM	She nods, "Thank you Lady Hoot." She watches Lady Hoot leave then turns to the desk, she finds some parchment and a quill then begins to write a note, Gene, I will be sitting outside the Cathedral for awhile, you are welcome to join me. I do have a few questions to ask of you, so when you find time, please catch up with me. If I am no longer outside then I will be inside praying, I ask that you not disturb me at that time. Instead wait til the following day to talk to me. Flay The note was written in a very decorative yet very legible penmanship. She picks it up and uses some magic to hold the note to the door. On the outside of the note is Gene's name in the same decorative and legible writing. She heads off to sit underneath a tree that is near the cathedral. Reaching the tree she casually sits and closes her eyes. If anyone looks her way, she appears to be in deep thought or may mistakingly be thought to be resting.
Gene_Kynes 11-13-03, 07:09 PM	...From appearently behind her, Flay felt a faint breeze...something she would soon come to link with the displacement of air...a by-product of Gene's shadowjumping. With no other sound, he steps to her side, staring at the opposite wall. "I've read the note, and now...obviously...I am here. What do you want?" Another fluctuation, appearently.
Flayhara Magerie 11-13-03, 07:15 PM	Being startled she jumps a bit and quickly stands. Her tone very demanding and upset, "Who, what...!" She turns around and smiles seeing Gene, "Oh, hi! I'm sorry, you startled me good!" She leans against the tree, "Well, I had a few questions to ask of you. One, could I be in your class? The other..." she stops and smiles, "Well, no matter with the other."
Gene_Kynes 11-13-03, 07:27 PM	Gene blinked...appearently surprised at this question, as he actually looked to her. "Flayhara...of course you can. Anyone can join my classes...just as long as they show a passion for it." He shrugs, then slinks down to a kneeling position near her, now actually making eye contact, his eyes as close as they would ever be to their original color...blue flecked with crimson. "And...everything matters, eventually. At least to me...please, do ask that second one, will you?"
Flayhara Magerie 11-13-03, 07:33 PM	She nods, "Alright, well, I don't think I have a chance now, me being a student of yours and all. Well, I will ask anyway.... I don't get to dance much seeing how the fairs don't come around often enough, but whether at the next fair or perhaps maybe we could see about having a fair made especially for the school, would you ever dance with me again?" Not long after asking the question she looks a little flustered and her eyes now focused on a blade of grass.
Gene_Kynes 11-13-03, 07:49 PM	Gene now seemed genuinely surpised, as he stared at her for a moment. "I...don't see...why not...but during school dances...I simply provide some of the music. I suppose if there's a nearby fair, however...I'd guess so. Anything else you wish to ask?"
Flayhara Magerie 11-13-03, 08:09 PM	She looks up to him smiling, "No sir... er... Gene... what do you want me to call you? Well, that was my last question. I must be off now for I need to go to the Cathedral to pray. I'll see you in class or whenever our paths cross here at school again." Before running off she quickly hugs him, then strides in the cathedral. She kneels down in front of a pew, closes her eyes, and mentally prays. If anyone looks closely at her they can see tears streaming down her cheeks and her lips moving as if speaking but without making noise. Her body becomes surrounded by a while light, that softly radiates around her. She remains thus within the next 24 hours unless disturbed by someone.
Gene_Kynes 11-13-03, 09:36 PM	"Just Gene. We're all equals, at least in the class. See you...tomarrow night, I believe? You know which room, righ-" He's...suprised by the hug, evident in the cutoff of his voice. When she leaves, however, he soon dissapears into his classroom...and simply...sits on his desk, and stares at the ever-present black rose on his desk, basked in complete darkness...yet seeing it perfectly.
kulideb 11-14-03, 03:44 AM	The music seemed to stop and Kulideb couldnt feel the precence of the other any more. She set off to the lobby. "Hi Elvina, can I leave a note for the Archmage?" Kulideb leaned on the desk and began to write. : Dear Agudo, I'm a little worried about Branth. I havent seen him since the other night and no one else seems to have either. While I was in his room a package appeared I wondered if it had some thing to do with his disapperance. Yours Kulideb x After she had finished she handed the note to Elvina.
Agudo Archmage 11-14-03, 09:18 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Elvina greets Kulideb with a hug and gladly takes the note. As this happening the Headmaster walks in to the lobby and slowly sneaks up behind the two Elvin ladies. “I will personally make sure Agudo gets this” He says with a sly smile. “But what is this about Branth? Did you see what was in the gift?”
Flayhara Magerie 11-14-03, 11:24 PM	Finished with her 24 hour prayer and fast she opens her eyes looks at the time. Her white aura still surrounds her body where everyone can see. "It will be time for Gene's class soon, I must hurry and find the room. I knew I should have asked him where it was when I had a chance!" She shakes her head as she thinks to herself. She quietly walks out of the cathedral and smiles upon reaching the door. She opens it and smiles even wider, the 24 hours in the cathedral really helped her. She runs up to the school in a hurry and looks for someone to stop and ask but doesn't see anyone. So she rushes around looking for the right room by glancing into each door that she passes.
kulideb 11-15-03, 12:00 PM	Kulideb huged Elvina and handed her the note. She almost jumped out of her skin when the Archmage spoke! "Well, after I saw you in the bath I ended up in Branths room.." at this she blushes. "Any way after I said sorry to him this package arrived..it just apeared. He thought it was from me. I didnt see what was in it, but i havent seen him since. I was worried about him."
Gene_Kynes 11-15-03, 05:29 PM	"...A fencing class. Revision." Gene was now walking around in the darkness, preparing the equipment needed for later on in the week. "...we won't bother with sabres. Foils, plain and simple." He now had enough funds to aquire full equipment for every pupil, after a rather embarassing inquisition of their shirt and pant sizes, so each piece of their 'armor' was made uniquely for them. The desks were cleared out, all kept in three of Gene's many Portable Holes, and the floor was barren...save for the blades, torso padding, masks, gauntlets, and of course...Gene's desk. Smirking to himself, wondering which unlucky student would be left without a partner...hence partnering with Gene himself, and had to endure his nearly constant-feinting. As the final polished foil was capped with a sticky, stretchy extract of one of Chondalwood's thinner, paler trees, the Shadowdancer finally leaves the classroom...and re-appears short of his bed enduring a fall onto it's mattress, the final vein of umbral leaping burned out for the day.
Flayhara Magerie 11-15-03, 06:27 PM	She began to realize by looking in the rooms it was later than she thought and the classes were over. "I must not have prayed for twenty four hours then, it must have been for less or perhaps I prayed longer than I thought. She shakes her head at her thoughts and then sets out to find her room. Suddenly she couldn't remember where her room was, "Great, just wonderful! I not only am not sure what time it is, I can't remember where my room is! What a lovely first day/days this has been." She sighs and finds a classroom that is not in use (which is all of them by now) and looks for a big desk. She sits on top of it and thinks about her situation and how to solve it.
ruthia 11-15-03, 06:53 PM	Suddenly a small dragon like creature appears in front of Flayhara. Flapping his wings slowly to keep eye level with her, he looks her up and down, then blinks and sends a picture into her head. ((It's a pictue of a door with her name on it.)) The creature flies off a short distance, then stops and looks at her with a "Are you coming" sort of look.
Gene_Kynes 11-15-03, 06:56 PM	Gene slowly...walked the halls. No 'jumping, no Shadow plane travel, simply walked from room to room of his students, slipping a black envelope underneath their doors. When he stops at Flayhara's room...he hesitates. "First day she enters my class...and already a test?" He frowned. Unfair. I'll have to partner her with that gnome, or try and teach her the basics. Slipping the envelope underneath her door, he continues on, sifting through his shadows' collective memory, to try and track her... ...to a room further down into the tower. "Just...stay there, Miss Ragey Firey...just stay there..." He murmurs this to nobody...as he heads up toh is classroom, and instead of inserting a key into the (prop) doorlock, Gene traces a complex symbol along the door face. Wtih a few clicks, the door then unlocks. "...She looks like she has promise...she does carry a blade. Ceremonial, looks as if more pretty than useful...but....eh." Snatching up two foils, masks, gauntlets, and padded white 'jackets', Gene closes the door behind him. Continuing his 'trip', he manages to don the jacket rather awkwardly along the way, slipping his foil rapier into a strap at the hip, and buttoning the back buttons as well as he can. Donning his thick cloth gauntlet on his right hand, he is almost completely dressed for the task by the time he knocks on the classroom door, and steps in. "Mind having your first lesson pretty late? It's...a private one, though, so you might get a bit more 'ttention, maybe learn a bit more than would standardly." If she sits up, he tosses her the jacket and glove-like gauntlet, with the simple words: "Put that on. Buttons go in the back. It might be a bit difficult with that skirt on, but try and get your right leg on the other side of the jacket-strap, rather than let it rest on your hip. The glove's made for those who're right-handed, so...hope y'are." He seems much more of an instructor than ever, considering his usual garb of dark, psuedo-casual, psuedo-armor wear.
Flayhara Magerie 11-15-03, 07:05 PM	She sees the dragon appear and nearly falls off the desk, she gets up to go with it but sees Gene. "Thanks for the help but I'll be alright now with Gene here," she had said this politely to the dragon. She smiles and nods to Gene, "I am right handed so its no problem. So what kind of private instruction will I be learning?" She looks at the outfit he had tosses her way. She listened carefully to his instructions then start to put it on. The skirt made it a bit difficult but she fought her way past that. She felt weird in it and by the look on her face, it was quite apparent how she felt.
ruthia 11-15-03, 07:09 PM	The small dragon does not leave but looks at Gene....Sending a message at him ((Basically saying can I stay and watch, but in pictures.))
Gene_Kynes 11-15-03, 07:16 PM	"...Erm..don't worry about the jacket. It's only there to prevent me from impaling you, and vica versa. I hope you don't plan on sleeping much, this...may take a while. Is that fine with you?" He then tosses her the mask, before moving to her back, and only buttoning the top buttons, not daring to make her feel only more uncomfortable with the lower ones. "Don't put that on yet...and..you're going to learn how to fence, tonight. The word fencing originates from the word 'defense'...so keep that in mind." Finally...he handed her the foil, a gleaming, four-sided stabbing blade of medium length, thin and light in her hands...if she takes it. "Treat the blade as if it was a sparrow you were holding. You wish not to kill it, so keep it light with the grip. Pinch the wider part with your thumb and forefinger, and the rest of your hand should fit in place." He speaks slowly, and demonstrates, hoping that he can make the most of this time to somewhat justify an entire test tomarrow. He nods to the dragon...once he's given the telepathic images. "Understand, so far?"
ruthia 11-15-03, 07:24 PM	Brad...the dragon like creature Chirps his thanks and places himself out of the way where he can watch without being a bother.
Flayhara Magerie 11-15-03, 07:25 PM	She catches the mask with ease and then waits while he buttons her in the back. She felt the other not buttoned and frowns a little, "I hate to ask you, but could you button those? I wouldn't feel right with those not buttoned down." She fumbles with holding the blade a little until she finally gets it. She smiles at her accomplishment. Twisting her wrist a little she looks at the blade and smiles seeing her reflection. She nods again to him, "Yes I understand sir. As far as sleeping goes, I probably wouldn't get much tonight anyway." Quickly she takes her headdress type thing off {ooc: sorry forgot what that thing is called :rolleyes:} and sets it down on the desk. She shakes her hair out a bit so it doesn't look so bad after pulling the thing out.
Gene_Kynes 11-15-03, 07:31 PM	Gene sighed, before mumbling... "..and I feel awkward buttoning them." However, he still buttons the lower buttons, before moving away from her...then facing her. "Right foot straight, pointed at me, left heel touching right heel at a right angle. This is starting position we'll be working on. Keep your mask under your left arm, by the way."
Flayhara Magerie 11-15-03, 07:38 PM	She puts her feet into position and places the mask under her left arm. Her face suddenly lights up with a bright smile, "I just remembered that back in my tribe this is exactly how we'd train! I'm so absent minded, mind you though we never wore masks nor padded jackets, only the clothes on our backs. In the tribe we called this belok'maeg {pronounciation: bell-ock ' mayg ~hard "g" sound~}. Guess this means we can go straight past the setup? Or would you rather still go through this?"
Gene_Kynes 11-15-03, 07:49 PM	"...On...my first training with this weapon, I was given instructions not to draw blood from my enemy, nor to ruin his clothing." Gene presses the bell of the weapon to his lips. "So...I used my fists, and stunned and bruised him until he became an easy target." Gene then points the tip at Flayhara. "I was dragged away, however...I later learned with training, that everything had a purpose. From stretches, to the clothing, to the form, to the mannerism. If it was up to me on how to train you to fight...you'd be clothed, with two small weapons...perferably daggers...and taught how to turn your body into a weapon in itself." He then swings the blade to his right sharply. "...however, tomarrows test is on fencing, not general combat. I'm sorry. And...those gestures with the blade were the salute. Lips, point, swing. After that...you put your mask on with one hand..." Gene then slips his mask on easily. "...spread your feet, so you're comfortable...and bend your knees. Your blade tip should be at eye level."
Flayhara Magerie 11-15-03, 08:00 PM	She nods to his talking listening intently to his words to make sure she understood and heard everything. However when she heard the words " test" and "tomorrow" used together she nearly fell over and lost grip of her blade. "So soon sir? I know you and headmaster Agudo have high expectations of me, but ...." she shakes her head. She looks up to Gene and frowns, does exactly what he says and seems to be only focused on the lesson. It seems she realized that if a test was that soon she would not be allowed to speak or think anything outside the instructions. With a sudden stern voice, "Alright, what next?"
Gene_Kynes 11-15-03, 08:08 PM	He shrugs. "Advance, until our blades touch at the weak point...near the top." If she complies, he then pulls back. "Go forward, and retreat...whatever you need to keep our blades in contact. But never let me get too close, or don't collide into me...alright?" And with that...he begins moving quickly forward and backwards, reminding her to keep her right foot straight, not to hop...rather..to glide her feet.
Flayhara Magerie 11-15-03, 08:15 PM	She follows in suit with great determination and gracefulness. Her movements proved her words true for it did seem like she has had practice in this before.
Gene_Kynes 11-15-03, 08:37 PM	He nodded, before making the 'stop' motion. "Good show. Now...lateral block me. Whack my sword out of the way, then riposte." And with that...he starts approaching her, then making quick lunges and retreats.
ruthia 11-15-03, 08:43 PM	Brad blinks his eyes, then changes postions to get a better view of the action :D
Flayhara Magerie 11-15-03, 08:43 PM	Each time he came near her, she would turn the blade to the vertical position and block him with quick snaps of her wrist. With one of her blocks her wrist pops but she continues without any complaint hoping he hadn't heard over the noise of the blades clanging together.
Gene_Kynes 11-15-03, 08:57 PM	Gene blinks. "You weren't holding it right." His blade drops...she suddenly learns something about Gene...his senses are frighteningly accurate. And should be, considering his proffression. Gently, he takes her arm, pulling the sleeve up to her elbow and tugging the glove off, after trying to get her to drop the blade. "...Flayhara...you..." He sighs. Pulling his mask off, he leads her towards the desk...and makes a motion for her to sit on it. "...you did two things wrong. You weren't holding the blade right, otherwise that wouldn't've happened. Second, you kept on fighting after an injury. That...makes you...an easier target." If she sat on the desk, he moves to her side, holding her wrist gingerly...obviously preparing to pop it back into the place...the manual way. As usual, he offers no compassion other than tough love, considering his tedency to command. "...This...may hurt. Please forgive me." POP! (( Or...at least...he tries! ))
Flayhara Magerie 11-15-03, 09:03 PM	It pops back into place and all she does is grimace from it. She looks up to him, takes her mask off, shakes her hair out, and sighs. "I am sorry sir, I didn't think it hurt enough to stop what we were doing. I only want to be ready for the test..." she looks down at the floor. Her eyes fall to the dragon that had watched them and then she looks in front of her at nothing in particular.
Gene_Kynes 11-15-03, 09:09 PM	Gene frowns. "Gene...not 'sir'. I'm...sorry...I learned how to...treat the wounded...under...less than valorous causes. And...any injury would hamper your ability...you come first, not the test." He sighs, and sits up on the desk. "Understood, Miss Firey?"
Flayhara Magerie 11-15-03, 09:12 PM	She couldn't help but grin at his nickname for her, "Yes Gene." She hugs him then stands, with her mask under her left arm. "Shall we start again?"
Gene_Kynes 11-15-03, 09:20 PM	He blinks again at the hug. Though not obviously discomforted...it doesn't seem to be warmly recepted, either. He then nods. "Sure." Lip, point, slash. The mask is donned, the rapier readied...and then the practice continued. "Flay...I've got a deal to make with you. We'll trade stories, since this practice gets...awfully boring. You first...though. Sound fair?"
Flayhara Magerie 11-15-03, 09:39 PM	She nods, lip, "Alright." Point and slash. She advances towards Gene. "Hmm, where to begin? Oh, I know... Perhaps one of my marks, the one under my eye." She smiles though it can't be seen. "At age sixteen my tribemen elected me to stand watch while the High Council set off to the temple of Light. My duty was to protect the village, though I didn't think I was ready for such a big responsibility yet, and if danger neared I was to ward it off. The day seemed like it would pass without much danger, but those thoughts would prove me wrong. As sunset approached a dark cloud set over my tribe. I climbed atop a tree to get a better look around. To my fear devils grew closer by the second and it was to late to warn the tribe. I got my courage together and faced them straight on, I had no choice. I casted my spells at them and they backed up from me but returned fire, literally. They were tough and I barely managed to keep them at bay til the High Council returned. They were quite impressed with me and eventually joined me fighting. After we had made them return to their plane the council wanted everyone to know of my great courage, strength, and love for the tribe. That night they took black ink and needles to my face for three hours straight. I never felt the pain, only the great reward that came from my loyalty to the tribe."
Gene_Kynes 11-15-03, 10:15 PM	"Mm...you've got quite the courage, but watch your devotions wisely." Spinning his blade clockwise in a circle, he leads hers into the same spiral, feinting a lunge before jumping back. "If you wish to play the body mark game...the scar underneath my eye was from the first time I failed to dodge a blade." He then goes on the full defenseive. "Not as honorable as yours, but...it was important to me. That same blade that drew my blood is one I now carry...found it in Netherese ruins near The Plain of Scalding Stones. Detailed enough a story for one as grand as yours?"
Flayhara Magerie 11-15-03, 10:22 PM	She goes towards him again, making sure to "glide" rather than hop using her right foot. "What do you mean by watch my devotions? I only have two right now... one to my tribe and the other to the Light. Perhaps yours isn't so detailed, but I think scars are a mark of courage and strength. Many dont believe that but I do. My stories aren't grand Gene, they are of life and learning."
Gene_Kynes 11-15-03, 10:45 PM	"See? That's the thing." Lunge. Blocked. Retreat. "...I...don't devote myself, except to Agudo. I'm...a halfbreed..." Circular parry. Riposte. Dodged. She's...pretty...good... "...and he looked past that. First time nobody really cared about what was in my veins. I owe him alot, for that. But...sometimes...well, this one time...he said something about drow...that...shook my idea of him." Forward, put her on edge. Tapping one side of her blade, then moving to the other side and tapping it. Teasing, almost taunting her to attack. "...He said they were a cancerous growth, that they should all be eliminated." He pulled back...just in case. "Reminded me of how my father was killed. It was a 'desert clensing', by some human colonists. They'd lead as many Shadovar, Shadovar-blooded, or "Shadow Consorts" as they could round up onto a cliff." He did some more teasing, trying to urge her into making the mistake of a lunge born of frustration. "They'd tie bind two together. Maybe three. Lovers, fathers and sons, daughters and mothers. Then they'd slit the throat of one, the one closest to the cliff...and that person's death weight would drag the other down into the sea. The water would take care of the bodies. They saved more time that way, rather than kill us all individually. And of course...they wouldn't waste time on buying rope...they'd use what they looted, and whatever could be used as a binding material." His balancing arm now shakes...even slightly, a minute movement. "...but they died together. I...I couldn't help but wonder...if Agudo would do that same thing. If he would kill every drow, just because they're drow." Gene now seems distracted, half-heartedly blocking, but snapping back...somewhat back to normal. "...I'd...I'd much rather have no scars at all. It's a reflection of pain...and a reminder of one's errors."
Flayhara Magerie 11-15-03, 10:58 PM	As he taunts her she seems as calm as a light breeze kissing the ocean. She notices his slight emotional distraction but does not pull back as that would easily leave room for a counter attack. "I am sorry to hear that Gene, it is a very sad tale indeed. However, I should disagree with what Agudo said about them, I have run into some nice drow. Also, I have had a run into with the cruel ones. Judging one by the majority is not right. Do you sincerely believe Agudo would have it in him to do the same? It does make one wonder, though I shouldn't be quick to judge for I do not know him that well. As far as the scar issue, I can see your outlook on it and it makes sense."
Gene_Kynes 11-15-03, 11:07 PM	He sighs, and begins snapping the fingers on his balancing hand, in an effort to distract her...a the second sight of distraction, the movement of eyes, he lunges, then retreats. "I...I do not believe he himself would do it. But he would call it a crusade." Lateral block. Subject change. "The tattoo along my thigh...reads 'Watch them all fall down'." Then...a rather rapid bash from his blade-base to her tip, and then a quick lunge within her 'blind spot'...as in, the place that almost always results in collision. "Enough angst from me. I..I'm sorry...but...at least now...now you know my distrust's source." He then looks down...and tries to see if his...if it had been a sharply tipped blade match, with no armor...very, very risky move had been successful. ((Bascially, you decide whether he scored a point or not.)) He then taps his mask with hers. "Got a cheerful story? I feel...erm...bad now, like a massive whiner. C'mon...anything that still makes you smile?"
Flayhara Magerie 11-15-03, 11:17 PM	He had been successful in his point. She goes to step back from him after he taps their masks together, but ends up tripping on something and falls towards him with enough force to knock him down. As she falls she drops her blade as it won't hit him, this she had learned long ago to do. She laughs a little, "Sorry, clumsy me." Though something in her voice hints that she might have done that on purpose. She smiles, takes her mask off, tucks it under her left arm, then stands up to flick her hair behind her. "I might have a story or two with a more cheerful mood. Mind if we break for a minute?"
Gene_Kynes 11-15-03, 11:24 PM	He blinks...surprised, though this hardly shows behind the mask. "No...no problem." As he sits up, removing his mask...he looks up at her briefly, before extending his left hand. "Ambidexterous, but...my right arm's stronger. In my case, and most cases...shake with the ungloved hand, unless your opponent happens to my left handed. Good match. We'll...continue after your story, then." Removing his glove, and trying to reach the buttons he could get his shadow to button for him...he looks to her rather sheepishly, and motions to the buttons lining his spine on the jacket. "...erm...unbutton me, and I'll return the favor?"
Flayhara Magerie 11-15-03, 11:31 PM	She shakes his hand with her soft ungloved one. She smiles as he asks her to unbutton him, "Alright, but as you said earlier, this is a bit awkward." She picks up her blade she dropped and sets it near her head thing and walks to him. She walks behind him and unbuttons him, walks back in front of him with a big grin and a wink, then turns her back to him and waits for him to unbutton her. "I have many tales of the fairs I attend, would you like to hear one of those?"
Gene_Kynes 11-15-03, 11:36 PM	"Told you it was odd." Unbuttoning her, he then slips out of the jacket, and removes his overshirt...allowing...actual color, or rather...something other than black or dark blue on his wear...a white undershirt to be seen. "...And...I don't see why not." Resting his jacket near his gauntlet, blade, and mask, Gene then sits on the desk.
Flayhara Magerie 11-15-03, 11:50 PM	She smiles as she takes off her jacket and sets it beside her other things along with the gauntlet. She finds a desk beside Gene to sit at. "Well, my favourite fair has to be when I was 16 years old. I was asked to perform a few tricks on the last night of the fair. It was my first time to do so and I can't describe the feeling of nervousness I felt within me. I started with making something appear out of a top hat, a cute white rabbit. Following that I did my famous illusory fiery dragon appeared up in the air that soon exploded into many sparkling speckles. My last trick I did that night was one that will always be my ending trick, I danced with a magical white ghost. To us sorcerers and wizards we know it as a trick to them it is just the best thing they have ever seen. I even changed my clothing as well to add to the effects. I wore a sparkling eerie green ballgown that reached the ground with its hem." To show him what it looked like she uses her magic to change her outfit into the gown. She then makes the white ghost appear as well. She smiles and they begin to do a very graceful and enchanting dance. She continues while she dances, "The crowd absolutely loved it! Just hearing them cheer and throw roses upon the stage made me very happy! I knew that my favourite past time would be attending those and doing at least that one trick for many fairs."
Agudo Archmage 11-15-03, 11:50 PM	Lady Hoot was sitting next to Brad, enjoying the spectacle of teacher, student, relationship grow between Gene and Flayhara….. ahhh puppy love she thought. (Elsewhere) Agudo felt his ears were burning, and had a picture of Gene in his head. But then smiles to himself, knowing it was his trusted friend Gene. Nothing to worry about Agudo thought ;) and returned his attention to Kulideb. “Now this is troubling, I need you Kulideb to go find him, if you can. Don’t explore more than a day, then return to the school and tell me of anything. If Branth is not near the school for you to find, then I will take more drastic action.” ((OOC WOW THANKS FOR MEGA POSTING SO THAT MY STORY CAN BRAKE A THOUSAND POSTS...KEEP IT UP!:angel:
Gene_Kynes 11-16-03, 12:11 AM	Gene can't help but smile at this...looking over to her and her ghostly partner. "...So...you like to make people happy? That's...a gift..." He smiles on, still looking at her. "Any fairs nearby you know of?"
Flayhara Magerie 11-16-03, 12:18 AM	She finishes her dance with the ghost by her curtsying to it and it bowing to her. The ghost seems to pop like a bubble as it leaves. She walks over to Gene with a bright smile, "Yes, I enjoy seeing others happy. A fair you ask..? Well I have heard of one not far from here being setup yesterday. It should be up tomorrow if you would like to go. I wouldn't mind going as a reward to myself for all this hard work." She sits down beside him, "So do you have a cheerful tale to speak of before we start again?" ~~~~~~~~~~ ooc: :D hehe! Your welcome! :angel: ~~~~~~~~~~
Drindin 11-16-03, 12:30 AM	A cloud passed over the sun.... and all of drindin's old students rushed to the door, expecting to see him... Only to be greeted by the fleeting image of a somewhat-transparent being wearing black robes seen walking away from the grounds... The students sighed. "Wonder wha' happened to th' bloke?" One of the gnomes said. "May-haps we's should ask Agudo. 'E'd know. 'E's the one who kicked 'im out in the firs' place." The other gnome nodded. "Goo' idea!" The gnomes rushed to Agudo. "Mr. 'Gudo!" The first gnome yelled. "Mr. 'Gudo! We's needs ta talk to yas 'bout somethin'!" The gnomes wait for Agudo to answer before doing anything else. "Mr. 'Gudo, what happened to Drindin?"
Gene_Kynes 11-16-03, 12:34 AM	He smiles, and shrugs. "I...guess we might as well...after class, tomarrow? It's a morning class...I kinda...hadda change the schedule, considering the classroom'll be trashed, and I don't feel like cleaning it at night. Just...hope...you're not too big a fan of sleep...it's either past, or close to midnight...I think..."
Krissy 11-16-03, 12:38 AM	Krissy walked into the school. She nodded to the receptionist and entered the following: Name:Krissy Race:Human (though this is not her true race, she isn't aware that she is a Half-Ghost, or fetch) Class:Apprentice ship? If not... I will simply join the Magic Class... After filling out the information, krissy looks nervously around the big school. She hears the gnomes talking to Agudo, mentioning his name... and so she slowly makes her way over there, holding her heavy spell book carefuly, her light blue, silken dress hanging over he ankles, her feet in little brown shoes, her hair tied back in a pony tail. She is clearly sikly, her skin a nearly-transparent white. Her eyes similarily as transparent, but blue instead. She peeks over to him, being very quite as she watches, seeming to try and hide herself behind her book, at a scant four feet in hieght.
Flayhara Magerie 11-16-03, 12:39 AM	She nods, "Yes, its around there somewhere. Me a big fan of sleep? I don't ever get much sleep anyway." She lightly shrugs at the statement then looks up to him with her deep purple eyes. "Well shall we attempt to put the jackets back on? Just curious but how will your students fare with putting these on, or have they already. I can only imagine the embarassment they will have if it is so odd for us."
Gene_Kynes 11-16-03, 12:45 AM	He smiles, then nods. "Do not...get the wrong idea...but would you rather...erm...walk the halls with me? I..can never slee-" Nightmaresnightmaresnightmaresmidnightma res "-p well...so...it's what I occaisonally do. We'll...come back to this later. Honest." He grins, lightly...hinting that they probably wouldn't be walking in the ideal sense of the phrase.
Flayhara Magerie 11-16-03, 12:49 AM	She smiles, "You know, that sounds like a great idea! So where will we be walking to?" She stands and picks up her head "crown" and places it back on, unless there were arguments otherwise. "Promise we will come back to this so that I may be prepared for the test?"
Gene_Kynes 11-16-03, 12:56 AM	He nods...and then leads her out of the room, closing it behind them...and then guides her along the stone halls, leading up to one of the narrow tower stairways...and appearently, his goal...a window. "Can you climb well, Miss Firey?" He winks, and then sits on the windowsill after opening it...a slight chatter of teeth after he meets the late autumn chill on his lightly-clothed torso. "Or...should we shadowjump up? The...jump...will be a bit awkward...though. Trust me when I say that."
Flayhara Magerie 11-16-03, 01:00 AM	She grins, "Of course I can! And is that my new nickname now, Ms. Firey...?" She smiles at him with a slight blush, "Perhaps you should go first that way... um... that way you can show me where to go."
Gene_Kynes 11-16-03, 01:03 AM	"Eh? I was going to go first...erm...skirts aren't the best for climbing and expecting privacy...pardon my bluntness. We could shadowjump, however." He leans further out, putting his hands on the first stone above the window. "Up t'you."
Flayhara Magerie 11-16-03, 01:09 AM	She smiles, "Well I guess I could change my skirt..." She moves into the shadows of the room, seems to be reaching in the air for something and pulls out a pair of pants that have gold thread sewn on a black silky material. She quickly slides the skirt off then puts the pants on. She makes the skirt disappear to some other plane where her other belongings are. She steps back near the window with a grin, "This better?" She stands up on the sil as best she can, turns around and pulls herself up with some stones on the wall. She hangs on and looks to Gene, "Lead the way!"
Gene_Kynes 11-16-03, 01:18 AM	As soon as the words "I guess I could change my skirt..." leave her mouth, and she moves to the shadows...Gene immediately stares outside, down to the School grounds. "Uh...Flay? I...think...you...should know something." When she comes back...cheerful, at least, he stands up on the sill, and checks the upper stones for frost. "I...can...see in the dark. The only way I know shadows exist is by feeling them, or when it's moderately bright." His face is crimson-touched by now, as he lifts himself up slowly along the walls, more for her care than anything else.
Flayhara Magerie 11-16-03, 01:23 AM	Upon hearing that her face becomes flustered and she avoids eye contact with him for a bit. She keeps climbing, her climbing looked like it was quite natural for her. As it should be for she done a lot of it while she was young.
Gene_Kynes 11-16-03, 01:27 AM	About halfway up, he pauses...and looks down to her. "...I...didn't see anything...erm...don't...don't worry. But...at least you know the truth behind all of the school rumors about me being a looney, staying in darks rooms most of the time." He shrugs, and then continues up, slipping once on frost...but catching himself. Finally, he pulls himself onto the slanted roof of the tower, and waits for her.
Flayhara Magerie 11-16-03, 01:31 AM	She could only nod to his words without laughing and losing her balance. She reaches the top not long after him and finally stands up beside him. "Who would call you looney? I don't think that at all...." she smiles. She rubs her hands together from the frost. Looking around she smiles, "It's beautiful up here."
Drindin 11-16-03, 01:49 AM	Somebody... in completely black robes as to obscure all their features, watched from off the school ground. They watched Gene and Flay climb out... and a voice seemed carried on the air... "Death... is but a shadow of life. And one cannot have life... without death. And some say... death is not an end, but a new begining." The voice was Drindin's.
Gene_Kynes 11-16-03, 02:04 AM	"...I know...but...sometime...we're taking a class trip to Waterdeep, the heart o'Rogue activity...and...there's a view." Oddly enough...for someone so distrusting, she feels a gloved hand take hers. "C'mon...we'll go somewhere flatter." If she follows...he leads her to one of the courtyard walls...and then...he simply sits down, withdrawing his hand as he props his knees up. "Sorry...t'be so off-track. Might as well make up for that entire 'trying to kill you' thing I did earlier." He shrugs.
Flayhara Magerie 11-16-03, 02:04 AM	She looked down to the voice before leaving with Gene, "Who are you and what do you mean by that?" She smiles to Gene as they now are somewhere else, "Trying to kill me thing? When did you try to kill me?"
Drindin 11-16-03, 02:06 AM	When flay looked, the figure simply... vanished... http://www.angelfire.com/moon/fallen_heart/Custom_Smileys/Requests/Cleric
Gene_Kynes 11-16-03, 02:08 AM	He frowned at the voice (( Drindin, damn you and your posting-after-I-post-so-I-cannot-see-it timing! *instead is mesmerized by the picture. :P)), but remained somewhat calm. "...Don't worry 'bout it. Pointless quote, at least for the time being. Basically, a ghost trying to say 'boo', but trying to be philosophical at the same time. Eh. You see anything?" Gene shrugs...and Flayhara can tell Gene seems to have an odd perspective on death. "Oh...and...erm...back when you were Miss Firey Ragey. Not just Miss Firey."
Flayhara Magerie 11-16-03, 02:17 AM	She nods at his comment about the being then adds after asking about seeing anything, "Nothing at all." After he sits she sits down beside him looking forward. "Don't worry about that, you didn't know.... neither did Agudo. I am just grateful that you helped me out or else I'd either be dead or still possessed right now. Tell me more about Waterdeep though, I have never heard of it before."
Gene_Kynes 11-16-03, 02:24 AM	Gene simply shrugs. "I'll trade you. Information on you, for Waterdeep information." He grins, only faintly, before rubbing his arms for heat. (( Bleg. Our posting spree may end, unless you wanna carry it on y'self. Might be hard, though. Night, Ruthia, Flayhara, and...er...me. Not many people on this hour, heh. ))
Flayhara Magerie 11-16-03, 02:28 AM	She smiles, "That depends on what you want to know about me... happy, sad, or courageous story?" She sits a bit closer to Gene to give him some of her body heat. {ooc: :angel: Goodnight Gene! I'll just stop it here and we'll pick up later! Time I be going too... 'night ruthia!:cloud9:}
kulideb 11-16-03, 05:16 AM	Kulideb nodded at the archmage and set off once more to try to track Branth. A cloud passed over the sun, Kulideb looked around expecting to see Master Drindin then she remembered he wasnt here any more. She wasnt sure where to start looking for Branth or who to ask. She had all ready spoken to most of the students that just left the teachers. She knew that Branth had enjoyed Genes class so she thought she would start with him. She set off at a fast pace to find the shadow dancer.
Gene_Kynes 11-16-03, 11:17 AM	Gene, too got closer to her, most likely for the same reason as her...though his body is much more efficent at dissapating heat, rather than retaining it. Yet...he smiles, as he does this. "I was spoon-fed couragous stories since I met my first Paladin. Happy or sad, up t'you."
Flayhara Magerie 11-16-03, 04:19 PM	She smiles as he scoots closer to her. Placing her hand on her "crown" on her head and makes it disappear to where she keeps her belongings. She knew it was more trouble right now than its worth. After making it disappear she rests her head on his shoulder. "Well, I could tell you the story of where I grew up and how I came to the tribe." She looks to Gene for a nod or sign to continue.
Gene_Kynes 11-16-03, 04:32 PM	Gene nodded. "I don't see why not."
ruthia 11-16-03, 04:51 PM	Brad didn't follow Gene out of the building, but instead goes down to the lobby and does a compul aireal manuvers over the heads of whom ever is there at the time..Diving, swooping, summersaults and back flips at such a fast speed that it's a wonder how he stays alloft. Eventually with a loud chirp he spashes down into the fountian for a swim, then gets out and enjoys the suns first rays as they come in from the windows.
Flayhara Magerie 11-16-03, 04:58 PM	She smiles, "Alright, where to begin....?" She pauses a moment. "I was born in a town far up north, I think it would be north from here.... well anyway, the name of the town is Lunarian. It wasn't a very big town but it was a friendly town. My parents would get in the wagon and take me to the tavern for a sweet pastry treat every afternoon." She stops and smiles at the memory, then continues, "I would order the blueberry one everytime with a warm glass of milk. I don't remember what my parents would get because they'd try new ones everytime. After the treat we'd go to a spot in the woods and just sit and relax. We didn't always have to talk because we enjoyed having each other there. A few years passed and the news of an evil army destroying towns and villages began to spread. My parents thought they would not come to our town but I was scared nonethelesss. Two years later, I was ten years old then, the army found our town. Fires seemed to pop out of nowhere, screams were heard echoing through the town, and the smell of death was enough to nauseate even the strongest of stomachs. I never seen them but I heard the dark horses they rode on, one passed by our house and threw a flaming stick into our window. My dad happened to have been standing there, he tried to run from it but he wasn't able to run fast enough. He was set on fire and his screams.... they were terrible... my mom rushed me out the door and a dark solider seen her. He shot an arrow straight to her head. I could only stand there in horror. Her last words were, 'Leave Flay, never look back...' " She stopped to wipe some tears from her cheeks. " I ran from the town and straight into the woods. A year passed and within that time I learned which berries were good and how to find water. I eventually ran into a village that seemed like a friendly one by its looks. I walked up to a woman with a child and I told her my family was dead. She looked at me sadly, 'I am sorry child, let me see what I can do for you.' After that I became part of her family, part of the tribe of Light."
Gene_Kynes 11-16-03, 05:14 PM	Gene...frowned, seemingly fascinated with the ground near her for a moment after the story ends. "...a beginning of happiness...then sorrow...then...happiness...I suppose...at the end. I'm...I'm glad that you found your tribe, however." He smiles, faintly, before a swirling fabric of black flows up onto the roof...as if given by a gust of wind; but instead of continuing into the sky it instead wraps around Gene tightly. Gene acts as if this was entirely normal...which it was, at least for him...and looks to Flayhara, detatching the seemingly invisible clasps and offering the garment to her. "Looks thin, but...it warms. Anyway, Waterdeep is...a beautiful city. Trade hub of the Sword Coast, population in the million-somethings, and the training ground for most thieves. It doesn't show as much love to it's vistors as Cormyr...but...it's still...fun. Descriptive enough?"
Flayhara Magerie 11-16-03, 05:30 PM	She smiles, "Yes I guess that is sufficient enough. Oh, no thanks, I'm plenty warm. My fingers are still cold though from the climbing. So, is there anything else you are interested in knowing?"
Gene_Kynes 11-16-03, 05:36 PM	He shrugs...and oddly enough, two foils suddenly pop into his hand, though Flayhara could swear she saw a shadow flicker over his palm. "Do you wish to continue...your style?"
Flayhara Magerie 11-16-03, 05:39 PM	She looks at him curiously but says nothing. She sits up and looks at him somewhat confused, "My style?"
Gene_Kynes 11-16-03, 05:51 PM	"...No armor. The points are still blunted...but...eh. I can't make armor magically appear." He then kips himself up, and offers the foil to her. "Two rounds, then you should know enough for the test. Fair?"
Flayhara Magerie 11-16-03, 05:58 PM	She nods with a bright smile, "Fair! I can't actually believe you are willing to try my style!" This seems to have pleased her very much, she gives him a quick hug. "Lets be off then!" She heads back down to the wall they need to climb in order to get back in through the window. She looks down, then to her fingers, then back to the wall. She closes her eyes and thinks to herself. She opens her eyes back up, then turns around and places her foot within a small crevice, her fingers find a stone to hold onto. A look of pain almost crosses her face, though she tries to keep it hidden.
Gene_Kynes 11-16-03, 06:13 PM	Gene frowns...and she learns another lesson about Gene. Empathy seems to be something he has a slight grasp of. In response...instead of saying anything, he sets one end of his cloak onto the roof...and the other in his hand. Then quite simply...he falls, but digs his feet into the stone wall when he passes the woman, as if such an act was natural to him. Third lesson. The rappel. Instead of offering this secure...if somewhat flimsy-looking rope to her...he simply grabs her shoulder. And they were gone. All she saw was a flash of black, white and gray, a glimpse of the plane of shadow...too fast to notice details...before she found herself in the stairwell, Gene's hand still on her shoulder, somewhat tightly gripped. "Shadowjump. Eldritch, isn't it?" And with that...he lets his hand go, and tries to lead her back to the room.
Flayhara Magerie 11-16-03, 06:23 PM	She looks around with a slight look of uncertainty, she follows quietly after him, not really sure how to respond. Her hands still burn with cold and she looks down at them, as they are slightly discoloured. She wondered how he had known she wasn't going to be able to climb down very well, "Perhaps I didn't hide my emotions very well...." She sighs at her thought, as she walks behind him toward the classroom. She thinks of changing back to her skirt but she decides that the pants would be better for what they were going to be doing.
Gene_Kynes 11-16-03, 06:30 PM	When they got there...Gene offered the blade again, and looked at her hands...if offered. (( Small post...but in the dark, Gene can only see black, white and gray. Can he see the discoloration? ))
Flayhara Magerie 11-16-03, 06:36 PM	She takes the blade from him, though she didn't show him her hands. If he looked down at them he probably could see a different shade toward the tips of her fingers. {ooc: I guess he would see a shade of grey on the finger tips... since her body is a dark colour the gray would be a lighter colour to show it....}
Gene_Kynes 11-16-03, 06:44 PM	Gene stared at her hands...for just a moment. "May I be as bold?" He lightly grasps her right hand, as if asking for permission to do more. If she permits him...he murmurs a few words, and a simple Light spell is cast on the offered foil, illuminating her hand. If she doesn't move it away, Gene stares a moment more. Before they're in...the water chambers?! He quickly slides the tub valve to a mixture of more hot than anything, while wrapping her hands in towels. "...who taught you that pain should be ignored during times of relative peace? Flay...you....ugh." He remains quiet from then on, and when the water's a few inches deep, he shuts the valve and tries to put her hands into the water...after the towels are removed, naturually. "The body...is warmer around the core, rather than the limbs during cold times. If you don't watch your hands, they'll...die, I think...so many people depend on healing magic, nobody really cares much for "why"'s anymore. Heh...forgive m'ranting, I guess...the words of a healer got to me."
Flayhara Magerie 11-16-03, 06:50 PM	She looks around as they are now in the water chambers. "How did...? I have always tried to ignore pain as many think its a sign of weakness and failure of something. No one taught me, I've always tried to do it and many times my emotions show and give me away." She lets him do what he needs to do to help her, she doesn't fuss, and of course doesn't complain of pain. She hears the word dying and looks concerned, "I didn't realize my hands were that bad off... I'm sorry Gene." {ooc: Gotta go for now, I'll be back later! :D Bye Gene!}
Gene_Kynes 11-16-03, 06:57 PM	(( OOC: Aww...I feel special. :embarrass: Bye! )) Gene...sighed. "I'm sorry, Flayhara...I...I'm...not a very nice person." He let her hands soak, occaisonally adding hot water. "Pain isn't a sign of weakness, nor is fear. Both are signs or mortality. I...feel fear. I feel pain. Those who claim to be fearless are cheating...fear simply isn't there. You need t'act in spite of your fears, sometimes. And...people who claim not to never feel pain...are either numbed from it, or pretending." He shrugs, then looks up to her. "Don't...be sorry. And...forgive the preaching of my ideals. Ideals, morals...are yours to choose, not to be chosen for you...so...heh...y'can ignore whatever I say, Flay."
Flayhara Magerie 11-17-03, 01:14 AM	She looks at him, "Not a nice person? I think you are a very nice person, you've helped me so much! If you weren't nice why would you bother to help me? Well, from now on I will quit acting as though pain doesn't bother me, especially after this...." She looks down at her hands and frowns a little for her being stupid as to haven't told Gene that her hands were so bad after climbing up. "You are a teacher aren't you? Teaching is what you are suppose to do best, along with other things. I don't mind hearing others morals and teachings as it is the best way to learn. Don't you agree? After this can we go back to practicing? I would like it if we could." She offers a smile to him.
Agudo Archmage 11-17-03, 10:06 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Agudo the Headmaster looks to the Gnomes and smiles. “Yes little my friends what is it?”
Drindin 11-17-03, 12:26 PM	"Mr. Gudo, has he visited you yet? Or contacted you? Drindin I mean?"
Gene_Kynes 11-17-03, 04:16 PM	Gene smiled...but it carried no boyish coy to it, no roguish lightness. It seemed...to be a genuine smile, nothing more. "Th-thanks...Flay." Without another word, he dries her hands, checks their color...and if normal, stands up and leads her out of her own room, towards the abandoned classroom they had used earlier. If she follows...Gene puts his overshirt back on again, stretches out his neck, removes a left-hand glove...and offers the sorceress her foil, yet again. "Two rounds, as we agreed?"
firelizard Brad 11-17-03, 10:09 PM	With a chirp Brad finally wakes up and see's the gnomes talking to Agudo. He streatches his wings out and flies over to where this meeting is taking place, and lands himself on the gnomes shoulder to watch.
Flayhara Magerie 11-17-03, 11:00 PM	She nods with a smile, "Yes, two rounds. Thank you Gene for taking the time to let me do it the old way.. it means more than you'll ever know." She gives a soft smile and takes the foil. She goes into the defensive mode, waiting for him to make the first move.
Agudo Archmage 11-17-03, 11:12 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley “Drindin here?” Agudo was surprised at that question. “No my friends he has not, why do ask?”
Gene_Kynes 11-17-03, 11:14 PM	Gene blushed..only faintly..then nodded. "Guess I decided to stop being so rigid." And then his first move comes...tapping both sides of her blade tauntingly.
Flayhara Magerie 11-17-03, 11:16 PM	She smiles to him as he does so. She brings her foil down then takes her attack towards him, not with rage, but with great ease and grace.
Gene_Kynes 11-17-03, 11:20 PM	He managed a lateral block, pushing her blade out of the way and sliding along it, using it as a rail of sorts to get into her blind spot once more...at least he attempts to. However, the arm of his shirt is pierced by the foil, being driven with enough finesse to pierce the fabric. If he successfully gets into her blind spot, he simply taps the blade against her chest or shoulder...and whispers: "Point."
Flayhara Magerie 11-17-03, 11:31 PM	He had succsessfuly gotten through her blind point in which a small tear ripped her fabric. She looked down at it with a grin, "Yes, obviously it was." She takes another defensive mode waiting for him to come at her again.
Gene_Kynes 11-17-03, 11:35 PM	He nodded to her, almost smiling...as he got back into the en guarde position. "I've got all day, love. Feel free t'move." He now waits for her...
Flayhara Magerie 11-17-03, 11:41 PM	She smiles at one particular word he had said, she quickly resumes the "concentration face." She readies the foil then moves towards him. Her grace of movement never changing, until a foot infront of him she stops. She smiles as she tries his own trick on him, she gently taps the tip of her foil with his.
Gene_Kynes 11-17-03, 11:47 PM	He traces his blade along side of hers, letting the tip rest on the bell...then he turns his wrist clockwise, leading both blades into a circular dance. "To find out what your enemy fears, notice what he uses against you. Heh...sorry if I didn't act as expected, Firey." He winks, then withdraws his blade, keeping distance between them.
Flayhara Magerie 11-17-03, 11:54 PM	She smirks, "Alright then..." She turns invisible before his eyes, moves forward to tap the tip of his foil more of a playful tap, then moves backward without turning her back to him. "This more of a challenge for you, love?" She laughs softly, then moves toward him.
Gene_Kynes 11-18-03, 12:03 AM	Gene grinned...and stared at the floor for a moment...closing his eyes. His head then tilted back up...and he drew his blade closer to himself. "Maybe, maybe not, love." He grinned, then opened his eyes.
Flayhara Magerie 11-18-03, 12:08 AM	She smiles, "I'll guess we will just have to see then won't we." She glided closer to him, coming straight toward him. Her foil's blade hit with his. She keeps a little pressure on the blade as she turns a little forcing him to do so as well.
Gene_Kynes 11-18-03, 12:11 AM	"That we will." As he, and his foil turned, Gene seemed to be...listening for something, simply drifting along in the meantime. (( Basically...past his own heartbeat , can he hear her panting at all, or her heart beat? ))
Flayhara Magerie 11-18-03, 12:14 AM	[COLOR=darkblue] {ooc: Yes, he can hear her heart beat, she had only used greater invisibility ;) } She takes a step back and withdraws her foil from his, almost as though she were waiting for him to do something.
Gene_Kynes 11-18-03, 12:20 AM	He smiled. She was right handed... He moved towards her...cautiously. ...her heart was there....so her blade was... The hissing sound of metal against metal is heard, unless Flayhara evaded the foil striking hers...and both blades being pushed up, tips towards the cieling...as a result, Gene was drawn dangerously close to the sorceress...and...closing his eyes, he smiled. "We're certainly close enough, yet no weapons to point each other with." Feeling her breath if she remained close, the smile lingers as his eyes open...having changed again to a blue flecked with silver. "I'll move when you do, luff."
Flayhara Magerie 11-18-03, 12:22 AM	She smiles, still remaining invisible to his eyes. "Do you think I will give up that easily? You must not know me very well. I can stand here as long as you can," with that she takes a step closer to him.
Gene_Kynes 11-18-03, 12:26 AM	With her step, he adjusts the angle of his arm so both of their foils are still above their heads. "I've a gift of waiting, Flay. I'm not saying you'll quit...I'm saying you'll eventually get tired...you'll make a mistake."
Flayhara Magerie 11-18-03, 12:29 AM	She steps back and turns to sit ontop a desk, "Yes, perhaps you are right. Perhaps more than I will care to admit." A soft sigh escapes her for she knows he is quite right.
Gene_Kynes 11-18-03, 12:33 AM	...when she tried to move back, Gene attempted to softly take her other hand...and pull her back. "...One of the rules of the Rogue. Never give up. Fight with all you've got." He smiles...and then steps back, putting his blade atop hers...and leading it down...across his forehead, along his jawline...and then along the neck the collarbone...and finally, letting the blade rest on his chest. He then drops his foil. "...you never know, y'might get lucky. Point for you."
Flayhara Magerie 11-18-03, 12:36 AM	She looks up to him with a smile, "A point undeserved, but a point I shall take. Now, what do we do about tie breakers?"
Gene_Kynes 11-18-03, 12:40 AM	"...we can have another battle..." Gene then bends to pick up his dropped foil, and then blinks at an idea. "...or...we could forget competition...and dance. Up t'you." He grins, seemingly frozen in his position to pick up the fallen blade.
Flayhara Magerie 11-18-03, 12:43 AM	She smiles at his idea, turns visible, and gently grabs Gene's hands. "Dancing would be prefered..." She smiles, "You lead or shall I?"
Gene_Kynes 11-18-03, 12:46 AM	"Depends what we'll be dancing..." He smiles, as he stands up straight once more. "...your perference? If you've none...I've one in mind."
Flayhara Magerie 11-18-03, 12:47 AM	She shakes her head, "No, I didn't have one in mind, but since you do, then I'll go happily with what you wish to do."
Gene_Kynes 11-18-03, 12:55 AM	Gene suddenly blushed...as he realized what her choice meant. "Er...just...follow me, then, eh? And...forgive my boldness in this, Flay." He then presses her against him, loosely hanging arms around her waist, and leading her arms around his neck...and oddly enough, music plays in the room...an effect from Gene's bardic classes...and he slowly leads her into a classical tango. "This dance is in the air as the air itself,it is in the curved fly of the birds,it is on the peeled wall, that shows a wound of bricks,it is on the far distant corner and it is too on the corner that forms your heart and mine. A quote...from one of the poets who witnessed and danced like this." Gene shrugs, but still smiles.
Drindin 11-18-03, 12:59 AM	Originally posted by Agudo Archmage http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley “Drindin here?” Agudo was surprised at that question. “No my friends he has not, why do ask?” The gnomes looked at eachother. "Why not? What 'appened to 'im Mr. Gudo? Come on! You's gots to know why he 'asn't! I mean, you's is the best wizard of 'em all, aint ya?"
Flayhara Magerie 11-18-03, 01:06 AM	She has no problem following him and listens to him speak with a soft smile. "That is very beautiful Gene, do you remember who said it? Oh, I have a dance poem to recite myself.. Two hearts often become one The song only begun. Their feet gracefully gliding And hiding Their other emotions besides joy. One boy, One gurl, Swiftly they twirl For they have all night To pursue this delight Under the stars." She smiles at the warm thought of the poem and looks to Gene for his thoughts on it.
Gene_Kynes 11-18-03, 01:16 AM	"It's...pretty...though I am unsure who said the quotation...who wrote the poem?" Gene smiles to her, twirling her about until her back is to his chest. "Two hearts becoming one...however...seems as pleasant to the mind as the poem itself...rythmic." He then twirls her back to her front, smiling. "Flay...you're a beautiful dancer, you know." (( OOC: 'Night...heh...gotta go. Also...Gene should be Argentinean. ;) ))
Flayhara Magerie 11-18-03, 01:19 AM	She her smile grows wider as he twirls her around. "Well, of course you hadn't heard of the quote before, for it is my own. Thank you Gene, you are a wonderful dancer yourself. I haven't ever met anyone who dances as well as you do." {ooc: Goodnight Gene! :cloud9: Yeah he should! ;) }
kulideb 11-18-03, 04:24 AM	Kulideb sighs she wasnt having much luck finding Gene yet alone Branth. well I will write a note for him. She sat down and on pale lilac paper she began to write: Gene, We are having a little trouble finding Branth, its been a few days since any one has seen him. I know he enjoyed your classes so I wondered if he had been in touch? He recived a package just before he disapeared and I'm worried that it might be connected to his disaperance. Kuli. She left the note pinned to the outside of Genes room.
Agudo Archmage 11-18-03, 08:08 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The Headmaster smiled at his student Gnomes, and almost laughed. With their statement of Agudo being the greatest in the world. “No, no my students, my ego is not that big, someday maybe, but not yet at least. Maybe when I have my third book out, then we will discus hiring you two as my publicist. In any case keep me informed if you see Drindin.’
firelizard Brad 11-18-03, 09:31 AM	After watching Agudo and the gnomes for a while Brad takes off and flies through the school. He knows he was here to do something, but he seems to have forgotten what it was. As he passes Gene's room he see's someone putting something on the door. Landing on the floor in front of her, brad cocks his head sideways as he tries to see what this is. He backsup some and acciendently bumps into the student who was just leaving, prehaps almost tripping her?
Drindin 11-18-03, 09:33 AM	The gnomes looked at Agudo... "You aren't tellin' us somethin'.... you must know what 'appened to 'im in th' least!" The gnomes spun around to see Krissy standing there. She hid most of her face behind the doorway, not wanting the gnomes to see her that well. The gnomes shook there heads, and spun back to agudo. "C'mon Mr. Gudo.... we'll do anythin' if you'll jus' tell us what 'appened to 'im."
Gene_Kynes 11-18-03, 10:06 AM	"The same way I fight...is the same way I dance." Then, slipping a leg underneath her knee...he performs the tango's most known move, the backwards bend, almost a dip. Letting her hang back safely, held by his arm. "It's just a coincidence that grace has common ground." He then leads her back up to the starting position, and into faster steps. "...and once again...forgive myself for being so bold. This...is...a close dance, to say the least."
Flayhara Magerie 11-18-03, 10:16 AM	She smiles, "I do not mind as much as you would think. However, may I ask how you got started in dancing?" Just for show and perhaps it was one of her more favourite dresses, her outfit instantly turns into a white dress that sparkles with her every move. As it sparkles colours of pale pinks, blues, and purples could be seen. It appears to be made of a very light material, perhaps that made by elves. The dress hangs down to the ground, but is not long enough to drag on the floor. She says nothing of the dress change and waits for his answer.
Gene_Kynes 11-18-03, 10:21 AM	"I was...fascinated with them." He adjusts his hold slightly, to adjust to the new clothing, but his hold is somewhat firmer now. "...one night, a girl noticed me simply staring at those dancing...asked me to dance...and like a fool, I accepted. The awkwardness of one who shunned physical contact is something of legends...when dancing with another." He smiles, lightly, leading them into another twirl. "And...why did you decide to learn how to dance?"
Flayhara Magerie 11-18-03, 10:29 AM	As she twirls her dress seems to fluff up as it catches the air. Her dress to the touch is very soft like silk. "Well, I had always had a fascination with dancing. Many nights when my parents had taken a night out I would secretly follow them. They went to a dancing hall just outside the town. I would often sit outside the starry nights looking in through an open window watching them dancing, twirling, and looking so eloquent in their dresses. I envied the women for they were so beautiful... I sat and watched their movements for hours until I grew tired or my parents left in which I had to hurry back home. That is how I learned to dance... by watching others."
Gene_Kynes 11-18-03, 10:39 AM	He smiles to her...before completing the ending step. "...you envied those women...and now I envy that ghost. T'was a pleasure." He hesitates in parting those, letting his arms merely loosen...and slide off, as he stepped back. "...All this, over a mere test preparation. I feel...as if I went off-track, somewhere." He grins, faintly. (( OOC: Drindin, Agudo, and Brad/Ruthia outweight us on the time-agreement. It's roughly mid-afternoon, I believe. ))
Flayhara Magerie 11-18-03, 10:46 AM	She stood there, almost hoping he wouldn't let go, but he does. She allows a glance toward the window and smiles seeing the sun's rays touching everything in its path. "Oh my... I must ... I..." She seems a bit ancy or nervous or perhaps even unsettled for some reason. She darts out of the room, she didn't bother to change her dress back, and remembering where her room is she runs straight for it.
Gene_Kynes 11-18-03, 10:57 AM	Gene...frowned. "Didn't know...I was...that awful a dancer." He watches her leave, with a tinge of sorrow...moving to the fencing equipment, he picks it all up...and wandering through the halls, drops it off in his classroom, locking the door afterwards. Staring at the ground intently as he walked towards his room, arms cross. When he reached his room... he eventually just flopped on the bed, staring at the ceiling...not noticing Kulideb's note.
Flayhara Magerie 11-18-03, 11:04 AM	She sighs, she couldn't do this without Gene, she goes running back to the room, "Gene..! I need your ..." He wasn't there. She closed her eyes, thinking of the his room, and soon apeared there beside his bed. "Gene! I'm sorry for rushing out like that but I need your help, I don't have much time to explain right now...!"
Gene_Kynes 11-18-03, 01:57 PM	"Oh?" Gene was now sitting up, staring at her. "A moment." Gene moved to his messy dresser...pulled out a drawer, and removed his cloak. Slipping it over his shoulders, he then slipped on his gloves...tightened them, and returned to Flayhara. Gene the dancer had been stolen, and in his place stood Gene the assassin. "Lead the way." He stood, a calm that seemed much too calm to be human, a look of strange eternal apathy in his eyes.
Flayhara Magerie 11-18-03, 02:04 PM	She nods to Gene and rushes out of his room and runs all the way down to hers. She opens the door and walks in leaving the door open for Gene to follow her. She closes the blinds in the room to block out the sunlight. "Please don't be mad for me not mentioning this to you earlier...." She steadied herself with the desk and on her left arm a huge red welp starts forming. The red spot looks like a huge clump of red skin stacked ontop of her arm. "I can't find a cure for it Gene.... No one knows what it is, but at this time every day it appears and I have rub some herbs that a druid told me would help anything. Though I am quickly running out of that too..." she stops short as the pain grew ubearable and she nearly falls to the floor in pain.
Gene_Kynes 11-18-03, 02:27 PM	"..." And soon, the assassin faded, being taken by somebody else...precisely at the moment he caught her. "...Now...this...is...odd...waht d'you know about it?" It certainly wasn't the stotic killer anymore, but he still remained somewhat calm...the only anxiousness or doubt visible faintly in his eyes.
Flayhara Magerie 11-18-03, 02:34 PM	She shakes her head, "No... I believe I may have perhaps got it while I travelled through an unusual area of woods. That is the only way I could have gotten it, unless maybe the succubus done it to me. Also, I know that sunlight is bad, as you will notice..." She stepped near the window and allowed the sunlight to fall upon the area. Tears run down her cheeks from the pain and she quickly steps to the side of the window. She presses her back against the wall, then slides down to the floor. "I don't know what to do Gene... Thats also why I've been wadering around was to, hopefully, find someone who knew what this is or to heal it or something...."
Gene_Kynes 11-18-03, 02:41 PM	...the Shadowdancer nears her, then kneels near her. "Flayhara..." Frowning...he then embraces her, despite the welt...and using his potent blood's ability to kill light, causing most of the room to become dark...even the sunlight is suppressed. And...despite how Gene seems to be modelling himself after a shadow...he doesn't exhibit a shadow's sense of insidious fear. Rather...he seems to offer comfort, safety...without knowing he's doing so. "Tell me what you know about those woods. And...I've a friend in Ba'ator that could help with the succubus case, if...that's what happened." His hold remains firm on her, even as most of the room turns to a dim, almost gray darkneness laced with light. "...and once we know what's wrong with you, we'll end it...I promise y'that. Just...don't...hide things from me, concerning this...alright?" Gettin' soft, Gene. You're gettin' soft.
Flayhara Magerie 11-18-03, 02:54 PM	She warmly accepts his comforting and especially his embrace. She nods, "I promise I won't. About the woods..." She takes a moment to remember the travel to and from the woods.... "The woods were surrounded by a fog of some sort, I thought it was only the natural weather for the area and I headed through the woods seeing how I was doing nothing but wandering anyway. I walked straight into it and immediately I felt ... bad ... like I don't know, " she shakes her head, "Its hard to explain. It took me about 2 miles in before the fog just seemed to come to a wall. Or well, rather made a wall, it was eerie. I had to spend the night in those woods as I couldn't keep walking for lack of sleep. The next morning I was sickened, felt sick to my stomach. I knew I had to get out of the woods for there was something wrong with the sensations I was getting. In order to leave the woods, I had to walk back through the fog on the other side. I had some of the worst feelings in those woods than any other place I've travelled."
Gene_Kynes 11-18-03, 03:16 PM	Gene frowned...as expected. "Do you remember where these woods were?"
Flayhara Magerie 11-18-03, 03:18 PM	She nods, "Yes, how could I forget such a place?"
kulideb 11-18-03, 03:21 PM	Kulideb stepped away from the door and tripped over something. "I'm so sorry.Are you allright?" She said blushing.
Gene_Kynes 11-18-03, 03:28 PM	He nodded...pulling something out of his cloak's void space. "...Lead me there, a little later. When this goes down. I could care less how far away it is...just...lead me there." He then pulls away from her...and taking out a Heal potion from his cloak, he raises it to her lips, and tilts the beaker. "It's bitter, and nasty aftertaste, but...it may help. In the very least, it blocks out a...little pain."
Flayhara Magerie 11-18-03, 03:36 PM	She drinks it, but not with a pleasant face. She pulls some herbs out of the air, "This should help, as it always does, but I will be running out within a few days, I can only hope there can be something done about it before then." She lets out a heavy sigh and breaks the herbs in half as a clear ooze slowly drips from it. She holds the herbs over the red place on her arm. Gently she rubs the liquid from the herbs all over it. She looks up to Gene, "This should only take a few minutes to go down. If I travel with you, promise me you'll be there if something bad happens? I can handle myself well alone and in battles, but I prefer to have someone who could help." She almost looks guilty as she admits this to him.
Gene_Kynes 11-18-03, 03:48 PM	He smiles to her...and nods. "I'll be there, Flay. Promise. Just...let that herb...do it's thing...then talk to me when you're ready." He then moves to her bed, and sits on it...watching her.
Flayhara Magerie 11-18-03, 03:54 PM	She pulls her knees up, tugs lightly on her dress to adjust it around her as she had not changed it yet, then places her arms atop her knees. She keeps an eye on the arm with the red spot, looks to Gene, then rests her forehead on her knees. She stays like this until the herbs began to work. Five minutes later the red place had gone down completely, she looks at it with a smile.
Gene_Kynes 11-18-03, 04:02 PM	Gene stopped his humming, then moved over to her...offering a hand. "C'mon. Get ready, then we're off to the forest."
firelizard Brad 11-18-03, 04:04 PM	Brad looks up at her and chirps, then jumps up into her lap. Ever couriouse, Brad sends a picture into Kulideb's head ((It's a picture of the letter she just pinned and a big question mark. He's asking what she wrote. He's a firelizard and there for does't relize it's rude to pry into others bussiness.))
Flayhara Magerie 11-18-03, 04:05 PM	She takes his hand and stands up very close to him, "But Gene, what about your classes? What about the test? Shouldn't we tell someone that we are going?" {ooc: for the woods adventure I'll start a new thread so we don't clutter up Agudo's and everyone else's postings. :angel: }
Gene_Kynes 11-18-03, 04:16 PM	(( OOC: Dun wanna clutter up the forum, either...can't we just do this by chat? )) Gene sighs. "Every time one of my students has a problem I'm aware of, I try to fix it. The students take priority over the class, simple as that." He then stretched out. "And we'll handle this by ourselves...I may be stubborn, but I really...really don't want to play babysitter to others who've no strong motivation."
Flayhara Magerie 11-18-03, 04:22 PM	{ooc: sure... :) } She nods, "Alright, well shall we go then?" She looks around and blushes, she didn't want to ask. She turns around, more wanting to hide her face. She pulls some travelling clothes from the air... her face is a deep crimson.. "Do you mind Gene...?"
Gene_Kynes 11-18-03, 04:28 PM	"Mind wha-" Gene then follows her gaze...and his face turns as crimson as hers. "Oh, ah...of course-I mean, of course not-..." He sighs...frustrated with himself. "I'll just...go..." ...then, he simply heads out the door, closing it, before leaning against the nearby wall.
ruthia 11-18-03, 04:28 PM	:angel:
Flayhara Magerie 11-18-03, 04:30 PM	She quickly changes and decides to leave her dress folded neatly ontop of her bed. She walks out to where Gene is and smiles, "Thanks." She now wears her normal top but with the silky black pants with the gold thread sewn into it. "I'm ready to go. Are you?" {ooc: Okay, well as long people are people are enjoying it and as long as Agudo won't mind... :D }
ruthia 11-18-03, 04:36 PM	Originally posted by Agudo Archmage ((OOC WOW THANKS FOR MEGA POSTING SO THAT MY STORY CAN BRAKE A THOUSAND POSTS...KEEP IT UP!:angel: [/B] ((To quote my favorite Archmage friend :angel: I believe in that post he gave you his blessing to keep going.))
Gene_Kynes 11-18-03, 04:51 PM	(( Settled then! :) )) "Ready as ever. Lead the way, Flay." Gene then rips a bit of fabric from his cloak...and places it over his mouth, turning it into a half-mask of sorts. "..Er...don't ask. A charm."
Flayhara Magerie 11-18-03, 04:54 PM	She leads the way out of the school and then pauses a moment as they get outside. "Which way...oh!" She smiles and heads in the right direction. "So what shall we discuss along our journey? I don't plan on keeping quiet that long you know?"
Gene_Kynes 11-18-03, 04:58 PM	Gene shrugs. "Anything you wish to. Name the first thing that's on your mind, no matter what it is." Gene's hand seems to be producing...pseudo-existant, almost ghost-like shurikens from nearby shadows, cupping his hands into a tree's shadow as if drawing forth water from a pond...but instead one of the umbra-spawned weapons are left in his palm. He appearently slips them into his sleeve.
Flayhara Magerie 11-18-03, 05:03 PM	She smiles, "I'm glad to be out again...thats whats on my mind. That's something you'll learn quickly, often I don't like being tied up in a building very much and I enjoy travelling almost as much as the fairs." She looks up to Gene with a smile then looks ahead and seems to be tracking in her mind, like laying out a mental map then retracing your steps. {ooc: Gotta go! Bye Gene! :angel: :) Bye Ruthie!}
Gene_Kynes 11-18-03, 05:10 PM	(( Later! *snickt.* Ruthie. Hehe...Ruthie, I like that. Please, don't hit me with a shoe again. )) ...Gene smiled. "...that's good to hear, I just wish that we were leaving on better circumstances. And...nobody tied you up..." Finally...instead of pulling a weapon from the shadows, he pulls an almost-physical black lotus...and tosses it to her. "Try and keep at least a little bit of it in your shadow...but...don't...eat the petals. They're...addictive." He shrugs at his own spur-of-the-moment conjuration, before continuing.
ruthia 11-18-03, 05:26 PM	:mad: :mad: :mad: ((Where's my shoe!)) Brad chirps at Kulideb waiting like an impatient child
Flayhara Magerie 11-18-03, 08:58 PM	{ooc: Sorry about that Ruthia ... I was in a hurry and meant to type Ruthia not Ruthie ;) } She looks at Gene, "What is this for anyway? And what kind of circumstances would you rather us be leaving on? I also know that no one is making me stay there or tying me down. Its just that if I live within a building or even in it for most part of my day I feel confined. Most of my life I spent travelling and helping others...speaking of which I wanted to go to that fair at least by the last day. I was hoping to perform, perhaps have you as a dancing partner instead of a ghost? I could think of some really fun things for us to do together, that is... if you want and if we make it back in time. Although I think we will because it is suppose to be around for a week and a half. I believe our travel to the woods will take three days to and three days back. If we get back in that time frame I may just skip your class for the fair." She winks at him with a big grin.
Gene_Kynes 11-18-03, 09:15 PM	"This is simple...survelliance...I'm just going to...scan over the area." He smiles over to her as she continues however...blushing slightly. "I'm not hardly handsome enough for a public performance...if we do make it in time, you may wish to stick with the ghost." He grins, looking at the ground, letting it fade as he continued along...if she was mapping, then he was recording everything that he could sense...which considering his perceptive abilities were to the almost-maddening extreme, was quite alot.
Flayhara Magerie 11-18-03, 09:43 PM	She smiles as she gathers her thoughts, "Well we are on the correct path for sure and my time estimates are correct as well. As far as you performing with me Gene, you are much more handsome than you give yourself credit for." She winks at him with a half-smile.
Gene_Kynes 11-18-03, 09:56 PM	Gene nods at her first comment...then blushes fiercely at the second....however...smiles over to her. "...Ah...erm...thanks...but...not...a good dancer. Th'Ghost is synchronized with your movements...I'm not..so...heh..." She almost tell...Gene has never taken a compliment before. Scratching the back of his head, he sighs. "...Um...how...much longer?"
Flayhara Magerie 11-18-03, 10:06 PM	She smiles, "Well, I guess it is up to me and old Grayvinier." She shrugs a little, "I guess we make a great team anyway....Your dancing is great Gene you shouldn't put yourself down like that." She looks around and sighs to herself. "I almost forgot...." She takes his hand before he has a chance to stop her or complain. She focuses her attention to where she had been that day before entering the woods. They disappear from their current position and reappear outside a wooded area. As far as the eyes could see there was fog, for well... like she had said 2 miles in, if one could see that far. An eerie feeling surrounded this place, at the mere feeling Flayhara trembles. Also, looking at the mass of trees that formed the woods, the area seemed to have a dark feeling to it. A feeling of, 'I shouldn't be here' type. Upon further inspection of the trees they seemed to be covered in thick green moss patches. She stood closer to Gene, "Going in?"
Gene_Kynes 11-18-03, 10:17 PM	Gene...thought for a moment, then sighed. "Alright, alright...I'll dance. I've...got nothin' t'lose...'sides, I'd...hate to by envious of a ghost..." He smiles lightly...then notices the fog...and his smile weakens. "Exploration is risky, but so is life. He who does not explore is doomed never to learn, never to live." He grins...and then attempts to lead her in.
Flayhara Magerie 11-18-03, 10:22 PM	She smiles, "Thank you Gene, your to sweet!" She didn't argue as to walking with him, she held tightly to his arm. The closer they got, the more pain shot through her arm. She sucks in a deep breath, "It hurts Gene...a lot....this has to be where I got it from without a doubt!"
Drindin 11-18-03, 10:24 PM	The mist shifted, and for a time, the black cloaked man was visible. His face was slightly more visible this time, the pale, fine jaw of drindin barely visible... but then.... he was gone, a lingering scent of lavendar in the air.
Flayhara Magerie 11-18-03, 10:26 PM	She looked to Gene, "Who or what was that?!" She only wished she could have gotten a better look at the being.
Gene_Kynes 11-18-03, 10:29 PM	Gene nodded...and simply whispered: "I'm sorry...if I cannot ease your pain...even slightly." He then looks around, looking for spores, or odd plants. If he finds none of those, he draws a pentagram into the air with firey text...which then fades, the spell seeking for alignment change in this locale. ...and if that doesn't work...Gene simply stares at the ground, as if hoping to sift through it's soil for some clue. "You can leave if you want to, y'know. And..I've no clue who or what this is." He then looked to the figure, arms crossed. "Who're you?" He...says this to the air, appearently. (( *sigh.* So it makes some sense.))
Flayhara Magerie 11-18-03, 10:42 PM	He can see a few odd plants shooting up through the fog. One plant is black with small red dots lining the leaves, the odour about it is quite foul. The plant appears to be about 3 feet in height. Another plant not to far from that is a green plant with orange blossoms. There are thorns lining the entire thing, the thorns are black in colour. There seems to be no smell about this one. This odd plant is no bigger than a tomato vine. The last plant that might catch his attention is that which is red, white, and green. The flowers are white, the petals are red, and the roots sticking above ground are green. This plant would make anyone quickly back away just from its burnt flesh odour. This plant seems to grow like a blackberry vine would, except without berries. If Gene gets near it, the roots begin to move and creep toward his feet. She nods to Gene, "I know I don't have to stay, but I wish to." Whenever Gene had gone to inspect the plants Flay started to walk in a certain area as she bent down to look a particular plant. She smiles, these were particularly soft as she had slept on a bed of them, they made her fall asleep easy for some reason. She kneels down and begins to inspect it further. The plant has clover shaped leaves and smelled of mint. They were as small as clovers as well and seemed to be abundent in the woods.
Gene_Kynes 11-18-03, 10:50 PM	Gene...seemingly ignored the flesh-plant, and looked straight at the clovers... "...evil takes some of the cutest forms, don't you think?" He picks up a clover, eyeing it. "Not accusing this poor plant of anythin'...and...pardon my example...but succubi, for instance. One wouldn't think that they're the kind to feed off emotion...if they never heard of succubi." He then lays the plant back down, and eyes the others. "...As for that figure...no idea...one part seemed familiar, but that was it, really. Eh. Anyway...did you stray by any of these plants in particular?"
Flayhara Magerie 11-18-03, 10:58 PM	She smiles, "Yes, this one in particular. I laid down upon these for a nights rest. The other plants I avoided as much as possible for they looked to wicked. There wasn't any grass or leaves where I was, just a huge patch of these things." She stands up and looks to Gene, "Do you suppose..?"
Gene_Kynes 11-18-03, 11:04 PM	He shrugs, moving towards her. "What side do you sleep on?"
Flayhara Magerie 11-18-03, 11:06 PM	She points to the arm that still surges pain through her, the same which had grown a red welt earlier on that day. "This one..."
Gene_Kynes 11-18-03, 11:09 PM	"Eh...heh...I...think...we know all we need to know. C'mon." He takes a handful of clovers, and carefully slips them into a cloak void-space, before offering an unconaminated hand to her. "We've got a fair to catch, no?"
Flayhara Magerie 11-18-03, 11:13 PM	She smiles, "Yes we do, though I would like to get cleaned up at the school first if you don't mind." She slips her soft hand within his, "Shall I take us back or do you have a prefered way?"
Gene_Kynes 11-18-03, 11:15 PM	He looks to her...curiously, the tough, tight leather of his gloves being a sharp contrast to her own hands. "I'll save my 'Jumps for later...and..a Shadow Walk...kinda screws around with your head...so...after you."
Gene_Kynes 11-18-03, 11:15 PM	Doppelter Posten
Flayhara Magerie 11-18-03, 11:24 PM	She smiles at his words, "Alright then..." She squeezes his hand gently then they disappear from the fogged woods. They reappear near the school and she looks to it with a slight smile. She lets go of his hand and hesitated to do so, "Well, shall we meet out front here, in .. um.. thirty minutes? Or is there anything you would rather do?"
Gene_Kynes 11-18-03, 11:30 PM	He shrugged...then nodded. "Sure. But...er...my-" Sense of time is distorted? "-...waterclock is a bit off. I may be late...so...forgive me." And with that...he parts with her, giving wave as he heads up to his room.
Flayhara Magerie 11-18-03, 11:39 PM	He doesn't feel any time distortion, maybe a bit dizzy, but his sense of time is still normal. She nods, "I will wait for you...." She watches him leave, then she slowly heads toward her room. She smiles to anyone she passes in the hallways to her room, reaching her door she opens it then quickly closes it. "My...arm.." she whispers this and rushes to the bed. She sits down and pulls the herbs back out, only half as much this time. She squeezes it til the liquid seeps from its stem and then rubs it on her arm. Her eyes fall upon her elven silk dress, the sparkles always caught her attention and those of the audiences. She smiles, tonight she will have a real dancing partner, not a ghost. "But how will I make this ending spectacular...? Hmm..." she continues to think aloud, finally getting a thought she grins, "Thats it!" She waits for the liquid to dry then goes to wash up. Getting out she changes into the dress and does a few minor changes such as fixing her hair and rubs a scented leaf on her wrist and neckline. This was her favourite, the sweet smell of lilacs.
Gene_Kynes 11-19-03, 12:01 AM	Gene, on the other hand, simply Shadowjumped within his room...and exhaled. "Just a dance. Nothing more. Not a date...nothin' of the sort." He then collapsed against the wall. "Zuh." Shedding most of his clothing, Gene spins the water on in the tub, and looked around his messy room for anything...somewhat different...than his uniform. Ugh. This room is more of a cell, than a home...eh. Sighing...and deciding to just handle the problem as it arrived, Gene closed the door to the bathroom...and came back out, accompanied by steam and a wet head of hair. "...Black...black looks good on me. And gray...right? Gray." He's seemingly talking to his cloak, as he slips on one of the nearly-unused 'outifts' of his, save for where his usual suit was made of rough, almost armor-like material...this was silky to the touch. Giving himself a basically unneeded shave, Gene then makes his way to drawer...and took a deep breath. "Let's hope...it hasn't gone rancid..." He then closed his eyes, dug underneath a discarded undershirt pile...and pulled out a small vial, corked as if dangerous. Openning the cork...Gene took a scent of it...nodded in approval, and placed an amount of it on his finger, rubbing along his neck, chest, and arms. Slipping on his new outfit's overshirt, Gene stretched out and looked over at the wrapped bundle, and shrugging, opened it...revealing several stillettos, scapels, and three of the type of rings Flayhara had the mispleasure of encountering. Taking a single ring and stilletto with him, he conceals both within his shirt. Looking over at his Waterclock, he blinked. Five minutes. Straightening his hair somewhat, he sighed, slipping his gloves off, and tucking them into his belt. Rolling his neck, he took a deep breath...and slipping a folded portable hole into his pocket, he headed out the door...and walked calmly to the agreed-upon meeting place. ...don't...tell me I'm late.
Flayhara Magerie 11-19-03, 12:08 AM	She was about ready to leave her room when she had nearly forgotten her shoes. She didn't want to wear her boots or plain white slippers... "They won't go with my dress very well...hmmm...well guess my white silky slippers. "They are still slippers though..." she sighs at her worries and finally walks out the door. She sighs as she remembers something, "One more thing..." She takes another five minutes before heading to their meeting place. By the time Gene arrives at the place of destination she wasn't there.
Gene_Kynes 11-19-03, 12:19 AM	Gene sighed...and simply stood there, arms crossed, looking at the ground.
Flayhara Magerie 11-19-03, 12:23 AM	Running a little later than she wanted she sprinted down the hallway as fast as she could go. Seeing Gene waiting for her she felt a little bad for being late, she sighed softly then walks up to him slowly. She was wearing her sparkling dress, her hair was neatly tied up behind her in a ponytail. Little jewels adorned her hair in several places that added to the effects of the dress. On her feet she wore silky white slippers that seemed to make her move without much sound. She looks a bit nervously to Gene, but a smile still stayed on her face.
Gene_Kynes 11-19-03, 12:28 AM	He smiled as he saw her, his arms returning to his sides as he stepped towards her. "You look bea-...great. You...didn't have to dress up that much, howe'er...but....I appreciate it. Anyway...since I've barely a clue to where this fair is...lead the way? Or even tell me directions?"
Flayhara Magerie 11-19-03, 12:32 AM	She smiles then with a smirk, "I doubt you were about to say great..." She sighs and shakes her head softly, her hair boucnes lightly behind her, some loosely falls on her shoulder. She then tells him the directions to the fair. She looks down and straightens out her dress, she stands back up and smiles at him. "I take it that you would be offering to takes us there, since you asked for directions..?"
Gene_Kynes 11-19-03, 12:37 AM	He gently takes her hand...and soon, they're surrounded by a blasted landscape of black and white. "Naturally." What would take one hour in the Material plane could take a few minutes in the Shadow plane, and Gene uses this to full extent...phasing out of the strange plane roughly fifteen metres from the fair. The Shadow Plane seems toxic, with trees appearently in the middle of nowhere, massive steel fortresses where forests once were, and a ruined castle...seemingly product of siege, where the School was. "Ignore the visions. They're just corruptions." Oddly enough...there is no color on this plane.And where Gene would seem out of place on the material for his lack of clothing color...he seems right at home here.
Flayhara Magerie 11-19-03, 12:39 AM	She looks to him curiously, "Corruptions of what?" She continues to gaze around with great wonder as it lacks color.
Gene_Kynes 11-19-03, 12:42 AM	"Well...see those ruins? That's a corruption of Agudo's School. And those forts? Where life once sprung. Somewhere around here there's an Umbral tree in the place of a city...and a mass graveyard in the place of a public plaza. This place isn't evil...just...morbid." He continues walking...and within ten minutes, they find themselves within the shadow of a large tree. "And...here we are, I believe."
Flayhara Magerie 11-19-03, 12:45 AM	She frowns at the morbidness of this place and the corruption. She look up to Gene and smiles a little. As he mentions "being here" she looks around, "Here as in .. a shadow or as in the fair?"
Gene_Kynes 11-19-03, 12:49 AM	Soon...color rushes to her eyes. "Fair." He grins over to her, stretching out slightly.
Flayhara Magerie 11-19-03, 12:53 AM	She smiles, "That was quick!" She hugs him with a smile, "Thank you!" She reluctantly lets go and gently steps to the side a bit to look at what all she could see. There many people here: dwarves, elves, humans, halflings and a few other beings as well. Food, item, clothing, instrument, and game stands were scattered everywhere, and she smiles seeing one in particular. "Your welcome to follow me or wander off if you like." She smiles at him, waiting for his answer before rushing off.
Gene_Kynes 11-19-03, 01:02 AM	He shrugged. "I'll follow you, I guess." And...he remains true to his word.
Flayhara Magerie 11-19-03, 01:09 AM	She smiles and nods, "Very well.." She heads toward a stand that has some clothing on it, very fine silk dresses, trousers, boots, slippers, and such. A lady stands behind it with long brown hair, her eyes green and is close to Flay's height (around 5'6). The lady smiles happily when seeing Flayhara, "Oh Flay! I am so happy to see you again! It has been a long time.." Flay returns the warm smile, "As it is to you Saydie. I've missed you so much!" They both scurry over to each other and give one another a hug. Saydie looks to Flayhara, "Whose the handsome fellow... a date?" She blushes and looks to Gene, "I guess you could say that." Saydie smiles and curtsies politely to him, "I am Saydie Sagobarr, you might you be?"
Gene_Kynes 11-19-03, 01:13 AM	"Your honor me with your words, lady Saydie. My name is Gene...I take it you know Flayhara?" (( OOC: I'm already at the point where I'm guarteened to nod off to sleep in practice tomarrow, Flay. So...I'm heading in. Night. ))
Flayhara Magerie 11-19-03, 01:19 AM	{ooc: Alright Gene goodnight :cloud9:... talk to ya next go around! :D } She nods, "Yes, I grew up with her in the tribe. Although our friendship became hindered when she was kicked out of the tribe, though I don't think it was all her fault. Anyway, we were inseperable!" She grins to Flayhara and hugs her one more time. She turns to look at her stand and sees a few customers waiting in line, "Sorry to rush off but I have business to attend to. It was pleasant meeting you Gene! Flay I hope you'll see me one more time before you call it a night!" With that she hurries off behind her stand. Flayhara smiles as she turns to Gene, "She's sweet isn't she? We always got along so well!" She wraps her arm around Gene's without much thought, "Anything you see of ..." before she could finish she notices people pointing and waving to her. She blushes, "Looks like I have fans here tonight."
kulideb 11-19-03, 04:00 AM	Kulideb sat on the floor looking at the lizzard in front of her. She was so intent on the chirrping lizzard that she didnt notice gene and his guest leaving his room. All of a sudden an image of her note appeared in her head, she looked at the lizzard. "Do you know some thing about Branth?"
ruthia 11-19-03, 09:25 AM	Brad chirps at her and shows her another picture ((This one is of Branth entering the woods with a blade of some sort. When Brad gets closer to him, Branth takes a swing at him and yells "Go away you pest"))
kulideb 11-19-03, 09:33 AM	"Oh you poor thing!..but Branths not usually like that.." Said the small elf. "There has to be some thing wrong... I dont remember seeing him with a blade like that before either." She jumps up and looks down at the lizard. "Well, we had better go and find him! before he harms himself..or some one else." She writes a quick note to Agudo: Brad has shown me where to look for Branth, we are going to the woods. yours Kuli. x "I will just leave this at the front desk, are you coming with me?"
firelizard Brad 11-19-03, 09:37 AM	Brad chirps again and attaches himself to Kulideb's shoulder. He holds on tightly, but not tightly enought to hurt her. It's pretty obviouse that he's going with her.
kulideb 11-19-03, 10:14 AM	Kulideb (with Brad sitting on her shoulder) made her way to the lobby she left the note with Elvina to pass on to the Archmage. She followed the path into the woods. The trees getting bigger and more dense the further they went in, even the bird song seemed to be muffled. She came to a fork in the path. "Left or right, my little friend?"
firelizard Brad 11-19-03, 12:05 PM	Brad flops off her shoulde and down to the path. He looks at both sides and lets out a dissapointed chirp. ((New picture, basically no foot prints.)) Brad looks to the woods on the left. For some reason those parts of the woods look really dark. He chirps again. ((Picture, I think he went this way.))
Gene_Kynes 11-19-03, 04:29 PM	He smiles, softly..and slips on a rather indistinct looking ring, before glancing to the people waving. "Your friend is...nice, but...I don't know her quite enough. And...go to your fans, if you wish." Gene shrugs, but his smile lingers.
Flayhara Magerie 11-19-03, 08:42 PM	She grins, "Your coming along as well." She grabs his hand and tugs him along with her. She smiles as she approaches the people. "Ms. Magerie, we are huge fans! We want to be just like you! Are you performing tonight? Please say you are!" Two human girls around the age of 15 spoke together in unison. She nods, "Yes, you will see me perform tonight. Afterwards, I promise to do a few signings, I hope to see you in line or out in the crowd.." The two chirped up again, "Oh you will Ms. Magerie, we promise!" She grins, "Great! Oh, by the way, see this man?" They nod, "Yes..." "Well he is helping tonight!" She grins to Gene proudly. "Can we have your autograph as well sir? Please say you will!" They looked to him with a huge grin.
Gene_Kynes 11-19-03, 08:46 PM	He glared...only momentarily at Flayhara...before letting it thaw to a smile, a sigh...and nod to the two girls. "...You hardly...know me, nor my skills, yet you ask for a signature?" His smile widens, faintly. "I appreciate your trust, ladies." With a wink, he then turns to Flayhara. "Well...anywhere else we should visit?"
Flayhara Magerie 11-19-03, 08:53 PM	The girls only giggle and scamper off. She looks to Gene with a smile, "Hmm..lets wander around a bit and see what kind of goods they have here shall we?"
Gene_Kynes 11-19-03, 09:29 PM	He smiled...and nodded, loosely interlacing their fingers. "Sure." (( For it's delay...this post was a ripoff. Erm...sorry?))
Flayhara Magerie 11-19-03, 09:38 PM	{ooc: Its okay :) Don't worry about it! I'm working on finding clipart my soon-to-be rpg website that will have rp boards and stuff! :D} She looks down and smiles, "Alright then, that settles that!" She leads him around the fair and walks by each stand. She starts to pass by one with some beautiful dress and well made suits. She stops and walks toward it, looking at a pale gree and gold velvet feeling dress. She looks to the vendor, "How much?" The man looks to her with a smile but says nothing. Flay nods to him with a smile, "Thats reasonable enough sir...." she gets interupted as a couple of children, about 5 and 6 years old, come rushing past nearly knocking her over from their running. They continue without saying a word.
Gene_Kynes 11-19-03, 09:47 PM	(( And I'm teaching my opponents the meaning of ph34r on Bnet. Heh. )) Gene sighed... And now...the test. The two children suddenly found themselves bumping into Gene's legs, a rather cross-looking Gene. "Play nice, and say sorry to people you knock over." He then bends down, crimson and blue eyes meeting those of the children. "Got it?" If they went to apologize to Flayhara...he followed them. For once, Gene's passively intimidating appearence proved useful.
Flayhara Magerie 11-19-03, 09:53 PM	{ooc: ph34r? What is that?} The two kids nod to him and go appologize to Flayhara, "We're sorry miss." She crouches down with a smile, "Its alright, just be careful next time alright?" They nod and walk off in the direction they were running to earlier. She smiles to Gene almost with a playful smirk. Slowly she stands back up, turns to the vendor, and picks up the green and gold dress. She holds it up, "Its beautiful sir, it is well made, thank you!" She looks at it for another second then it disappears. The vendor looks at her with a odd look. She grins, "Don't worry, its just an illusion." She thought that perhaps he wouldn't understand the ways of magic so since many know what illusions are she used that instead. The man nods with a smile.
Gene_Kynes 11-19-03, 10:03 PM	He shrugs, winks, and then glances around... "Where to, next?" ...Fairs. Ugh.
Flayhara Magerie 11-19-03, 10:08 PM	She looks around and shrugs as well, "Well, we can continue to walk around, as it won't be to much longer before it will be time to perform. I normally get the stage butterflies, so walking helps relieve me of that." She smiles and starts walking. She slows down as she passed a couple of stands but doesn't stop. Looking to Gene, "So do you go to fairs much?"
Gene_Kynes 11-19-03, 10:17 PM	He nods... "No, not often." Stretching out, he yawns...looking around. "Do I have time to stretch out?"
Flayhara Magerie 11-19-03, 10:22 PM	She nods with a smile, "Of course...I'll just go get me a drink, and sit at the tables over there. Your welcome to join me when your finished." She smiles, then heads over to the drink stand.
Gene_Kynes 11-19-03, 10:31 PM	Gene shrugs...and dissapears, with these words. "It won't be much. Just a quick stretch." Now in the woods...safely away from the fair, Gene takes a deep breath...and proceeds to stretch himself slowly, taking roughlya short five minutes before he 'jumps back...arms crossed. "Ready!"
Flayhara Magerie 11-19-03, 10:39 PM	She was sitting at the table, finished with her drink, and jumps at the sound of his voice. "Oh! Gene... you scared me!" She stands up a bit shakily from the scare. She smiles to him, "Lets make our way to the stage area now. I would like to start preparing myself." She looks upward toward the sky as it bears colors of pinks and purples. She smiles and looks toward the direction of the stage. It could be seen from where they were, it looked to be around 3 feet tall with steps leading up to it.
Gene_Kynes 11-19-03, 10:45 PM	(( 'Night. Have to head in early, since I ruined my alarm clock with a fist of just-woken-up-fury.)) He simply follows her...as if a shadow of the dancer herself. However, he does slip the blade hidden under his shirt into his wrist, at least appearently, leaving a dark stilletto-shaped mark on his flesh where the weapon would be. (( Naturually...he does the weapon-concealment with as much slieght of hand as possible. ))
Flayhara Magerie 11-19-03, 10:51 PM	As they approach the stage they could see tents setup beside it. One having a sign of a lady on the front and the other with a male sign. She turns to Gene or where she thinks he is.. if she can't see him, "Well, I will be in the tent if you need me." She smiles, then sprints into the tent. A few pieces of furniture were setup in the tent such as a chair, table, and a full length mirror. She adjusts her hair and dress while looking at her mirrored image. Turning around she goes to sit in the chair for a few minutes. {ooc: Alright, have a goodnight Gene! :D :cloud9:}
Drindin 11-19-03, 11:32 PM	*Le sigh...* Before Agudo could answer the two gnomes..... the dark figure walked in through the wall... "Go now...." it said, his face showing only barely to the gnomes, the voice drindin's.... "Go... and speak not of the dead... for they shall return!" The gnomes, scared speechless, ran off.... Krissy, however, remained, even as the phantasm simply disappeared.
Agudo Archmage 11-20-03, 03:06 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Agudo smiles and folds his arms. “So Drindin haunts those he knew?” The headmaster says to Krissy. "Or is there more to this return of his? and arent you working at Kulidebs place?"
Drindin 11-20-03, 08:56 AM	Krissy shyly came out. "Kulideb... wants me to goto school.... and as I had said before... I wish to study here... "Drindin... merely wants rest... but he's grown to attatched to me... or this school, it would seem."
kulideb 11-20-03, 09:01 AM	It would be to the left Kulideb thought looking at the dark woods. "May be he shadow jumped, it would explain the lack of foot prints here, and there are certianly enough shadows." She patted her side to make sure she had her dagger, then set off in to the dark woods with Brad. Although she wasnt a ranger she used the rouge skills to keep an eye out for any dangers.
Agudo Archmage 11-20-03, 12:58 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley “I see, to be honest your body is sickly, do to your undead side. We would have to find a cure for your element, so that you can par take in the school. I have a few ideas, on the subject and it may take time. Yet I think I can do it!” He smiles at her.
Gene_Kynes 11-20-03, 04:12 PM	Gene himself shrugs, and heads to the tent...needing no adjustments to his outfit, save for moving some hair out of the way of his vision. "Ready when you are." Oddly enough...Gene doesn't seem to be casting any shadow.. Before Kulideb and Brad...another Gene stood before them, arms crossed...and with no color or shine whatsoever, being either entirely black, white, or the deep purple of evening sky. To Kulideb...this figure represented the paragon of Shadowdancing...to be able to manipulate your own shadow. I...hate her. She fogs his mind. She ruins his sense of priority...she weakens him...I myself will look into these...shadow reports, if he won't. The figure looks from the elf, to the psuedo-dragon. "I will accompany you." It reveals no further information, and merely follows the two...arms crossed.
kulideb 11-20-03, 05:52 PM	Gene made her jump. "Hi, we could with the help." She notices how dark he seems, like a shadow but doesnt say anything. She carried on along the path.
Drindin 11-20-03, 06:31 PM	Originally posted by Agudo Archmage “I see, to be honest your body is sickly, do to your undead side. We would have to find a cure for your element, so that you can par take in the school. I have a few ideas, on the subject and it may take time. Yet I think I can do it!” He smiles at her. Krissy dropped her book when Agudo mentioned the undead. "Wh-what? Is-wha-what are you talking about? What kind of crazy man are you! Accusing me of being such a-a-a monstrosity!" Tears welled up in Krissy's eyes, and she sobbed, dropping her heavy book, and running out into the school, running up the stairs, and to one of those rooms that always seems to know your name.... she slammed and locked the door behind her, causing a loud 'bang' to rumble through the school. There she leaned over, and cried...
Agudo Archmage 11-20-03, 09:50 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley "Was it something I said?" The Headmaster looked on dumbfounded as Krissy ran away. “This is why I let Elvina handle guest relations” Agudo frowned and went to find the child Only two hundred odd rooms latter, he found her, in a guest room. He opened the door slowly and saw her crying, he sat by her side and gave his beast warm smile. “Well Krissy, I had thought Drindin before he died, or Kulideb when she’s at the tavern. Had told you about your condition, of …well …of half life.” Agudo thought for a moment. “ Anyway I know this angel see, her name is D’win and it just so happens she staying in a glade near by. She may have some knowledge to help your body. I know it tuff subject on you, yet your health is threatened by this ..um ..Half-life of yours. Would you be interested in going there? To see if she can help”
Flayhara Magerie 11-20-03, 10:23 PM	She stands hearing his voice, and walks out of the tent. She smiles to him then looks up to the stage. A strange elven man walked up the stairs and motions for the crowd to calm down, slowly they become quiet and focus all their attention on him. [I]"Lords, ladies, and children alike... we are proud and honored to have the talented Flayhara Magerie amoung us tonight! She has agreed to perform for us!" The crowd claps and cheers wildly. He bows to the crowd and looks toward Flayhara and Gene and motions for them to come up. She smiles to Gene and whispers, "I will motion for you to join me soon..." As she walks up the steps her dress sparkles brilliantly and her poise suddenly becomes royal. She stands upon the stange and faces the crowd, then looks toward Gene. A huge grin creeps onto her face as she looks back to the crowd. She backs up from the edge, and starts off with a few simple magic tricks of light as she makes them dances and change colours. Her next act consists of sound and more light tricks. The crowd claps and whistles for more. She comes to one of the main crowd pleasers, she holds an orb in her palm, letting slowly grow bigger. As it grows to the size of a wagon's wheel she tosses it above the crowds head. Then explodes into shimmering roses that dissapate upon the ground. She curtsies to the crowd as the clap some more, finally she speaks to the crowd, "Many of you here have seen my finales and know that I normally have.. well a special friend that helps me out.." the crowd whispers to each other at this point. "However! I brought a real person with me...Gene, will you join me?" She turns to Gene with a radiant smile.
Flayhara Magerie 11-20-03, 10:23 PM	She stands hearing his voice, and walks out of the tent. She smiles to him then looks up to the stage. A strange elven man walked up the stairs and motions for the crowd to calm down, slowly they become quiet and focus all their attention on him. "Lords, ladies, and children alike... we are proud and honored to have the talented Flayhara Magerie amoung us tonight! She has agreed to perform for us!" The crowd claps and cheers wildly. He bows to the crowd and looks toward Flayhara and Gene and motions for them to come up. She smiles to Gene and whispers, "I will motion for you to join me soon..." As she walks up the steps her dress sparkles brilliantly and her poise suddenly becomes royal. She stands upon the stange and faces the crowd, then looks toward Gene. A huge grin creeps onto her face as she looks back to the crowd. She backs up from the edge, and starts off with a few simple magic tricks of light as she makes them dances and change colours. Her next act consists of sound and more light tricks. The crowd claps and whistles for more. She comes to one of the main crowd pleasers, she holds an orb in her palm, letting slowly grow bigger. As it grows to the size of a wagon's wheel she tosses it above the crowds head. Then explodes into shimmering roses that dissapate upon the ground. She curtsies to the crowd as the clap some more, finally she speaks to the crowd, "Many of you here have seen my finales and know that I normally have.. well a special friend that helps me out.." the crowd whispers to each other at this point. "However! I brought a real person with me...Gene, will you join me?" She turns to Gene with a radiant smile.
Gene_Kynes 11-20-03, 10:35 PM	Gene suddenly appeared near Flayhara...in a bowing position. "If you'd grant me the honor of doing so." Giving an unseen wink, the Shadovar-blooded man whispered: "Do I know this dance?"
Flayhara Magerie 11-20-03, 10:52 PM	The crowd claps seeing Gene appear on the stage. She nods, "The one we did in the classroom..you remember that one right?" She smiles, "Please do me the honor of music to? Or if you wish I will do the music."
Gene_Kynes 11-20-03, 11:09 PM	Gene simply nodded...slipping his arms around her once more, as the same music played as before. "You lead...I'd like to see how you've learned."
Flayhara Magerie 11-20-03, 11:18 PM	She blushes, "Alright then..." She smiles and places her hands where the need to be. She follows the steps they had done in the classroom as though she had done it her entire life. One thing different this time around, they were not dancing on the ground anymore. As this happened the crowd gasps.
kulideb 11-21-03, 04:08 AM	She could'nt remember coming this deep into the forest before. The air had a damp earthy smell, the trees here looked very old and twisted the canopy of leaves high above blocked all but a few of the suns rays. The path didn't look well used, for it was quite over grown in places, till it became hard to tell where it was at all. She stopped and looked at Brad. "Do you still think we are going the right way?" (said out loud.)
ruthia 11-21-03, 09:27 AM	Brad chirps again.Gene's shadow for some reason is able to understand Brad's chirps without the telepathic explaination. ((He said yes)) Kulideb gets a picture o O(A picture of the word Yes)
Gene_Kynes 11-21-03, 09:38 AM	Gene quirked a brow...looking down, then to Flayhara. "Curious." He then grinned. Gene's Shadow..on the other hand, wasn't quite as...pleasant. It seemed more of an animal trapped within human form, pacing whenever the group stopped, appearently out of frustration than anything else. She's weakening him..I know it! This...this cannot happen. If his guard is lowered...ugh. We will talk..when the idiot gets back... "Understood...Brad, is it? Continue.
kulideb 11-21-03, 02:51 PM	She set off again, trying to pick out were the path had been. The air felt cooler here, leaves drifted down to form a rotting carpet upon the forest floor. Large fungus sprouted from fallen trunks, some of which they had to climb over. After a while the ground seemed to dip and the trees started to thin out a bit, till they stood at the edge of a glade. The remains of an old building could be seen over grown with climbing roses. kulideb looked at Brad. "Do you think he's close?"
Drindin 11-21-03, 06:05 PM	Originally posted by Agudo Archmage “Well Krissy, I had thought Drindin before he died, or Kulideb when she’s at the tavern. Had told you about your condition, of …well …of half life.” Agudo thought for a moment. “ Anyway I know this angel see, her name is D’win and it just so happens she staying in a glade near by. She may have some knowledge to help your body. I know it tuff subject on you, yet your health is threatened by this ..um ..Half-life of yours. Would you be interested in going there? To see if she can help” Krissy completely ignored Agudo, almost as if mad at him. "Go away..." She murmured.... As she said this, a noticeable humming picked up in the air... and the humming tunrned into a ringing, and all the metal in her room began to shake and jingle.... A tea cup rattled off of a bed-stand, smashing to the floor, and an arcane spark smashed a mirror. Krissy simply sobbed, and rocked back and forth as things continued to fall and rattle around her. Just then, Drindin walked in through a wall. "Krissy... Krissy. Relax." He drifted over to her, crouching infront, though fully aware he cannot touch her. "Krissy... Listen to me. You must relax, or you might hurt someone!" Krissy stopped sobbing, and the rattling ceased. "There you go..." Drindin rose again, walking over to Agudo. "Agudo..." he murmured to him. "Would mind having a word with me out side..."
Agudo Archmage 11-21-03, 06:38 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The Headmaster raises his left brow, as the china brakes and shakes. Then as if on cue a ghost shows up. Why Drindin it is you! Or at least what left of you. Anyway why haven’t you gone onto the after life?” The Headmaster says this as he leads the way outside.
Flayhara Magerie 11-21-03, 08:51 PM	She smiles to Gene, "Is it? Even more curious than your shadow jumping?" As the dancing nears the end, they gradually are placed back onto the stage. The crowd claps with excitement and wonder. She curtsies to the crowd with a bright smile. "I will be signing anything you wish of me to sign, within reason of course! Please line up in one line in front of the stage!" She turns to Gene with a smile, "Your welcome to stay or wander or go back to the school. I don't know how long I shall be here, but your welcome to do as you wish." She jumps gracefully down infront of the stage and in front of a girl waiting for an autograph. Flay makes a quill appear in her hand and starts siging the girl's parchment.
Drindin 11-21-03, 10:17 PM	Originally posted by Agudo Archmage The Headmaster raises his left brow, as the china brakes and shakes. Then as if on cue a ghost shows up. Why Drindin it is you! Or at least what left of you. Anyway why haven’t you gone onto the after life?” The Headmaster says this as he leads the way outside. Drindin simply doesn't answer the question. At first he smirks. "That girl has some true magical potential... she'd make a powerful sorceress, I can tell you that much..." Suddenly his face grows more serious." Agudo... I've spent my life studying the half-undead, trying to determine wether it is a condition, or a more a race as the half-elves and half-orcs. I've, sadly, discovered... it's a race. Turning her into a full human would be risky... much, much to risky. There is an equal chance of her becoming just a ghost... or just a human." His face then grows downright grim. "Go see this angel if you want... but heed my warning... any cure could just as easily turn her into a full ghost as a human... or simply destroy her all together. Her body would only grow more sickly, just as if you tried to take the elven blood from a half-elf. I know we've had our differences, but this is my neice we're talking about. I know a thing or two about magic, especially that concerning the undead. After all, Wee-Jas IS a goddess of necromancy, isn't she?" A shadow filled the room, and then drindin was gone, and the gentle sobbings of krissy were all that could be heard.
ruthia 11-22-03, 08:00 AM	Brad gives another chirp and picture deal as he flies a little ahead. ((NO. Turned here. Which way?))
Agudo Archmage 11-22-03, 08:24 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley After Drndin left the Headmaster returned to Krissy, but remained standing. “Now Krissy your uncle felt, you might get hurt in the transformation. The real question is Krissy, what will life be like for you; as you are now?” He pauses before going on. “Do you think life will get any easier on you, if you stay in your present form? Krissy you need to ask yourself, how do people see me? Is right to force them to tolerate a sickly body that looks malnutrition. What of your constant coughing? Don’t you think that might also make others feel as if your spreading disease?” Agudo waited then went on. “Your still young and have your whole life ahead of you, wouldn’t you rather have friends? Do be blunt Drindin has not told you, that your human side may just get more un healthy and die. It’s a lot on a young girl, but remember I am offering you a way out. But its up to you, take your time and think about it. When you have made up your mind I will be down in the lobby.” With that he walks out the door.
Gene_Kynes 11-22-03, 12:32 PM	Gene simply winked, and stepped aside...becoming cloaked in shadow...only barely visible. "I can wait..." He smiles, crossing his arms slightly. The Shadow simply followed, now more like it's original than ever...it's eyes scanning every detail, it's umbral blade flickering in and out of reality.
Flayhara Magerie 11-22-03, 12:40 PM	She smiles back at him then turns her attention back to the fans. She signs each fan's paper or item they wished her to sign. One little girl asked her to sign something then motioned for Flayhara to come closer. She leans down and as the girl starts to whisper something to her she pulls out something quickly and shoves it into Flay's stomach. Then the girl immediately disappears from site and Flay drops to the ground on her knees while holding her bleeding stomach. A few people scream and some even crowd around her, while the others begin to panic and start running in different directions.
Gene_Kynes 11-22-03, 02:30 PM	Gene's eyes lit up, becoming a strange lavender shade....his voice deepening, gaining an etheral property to it...and finally, his small, sharp blade is drawn. Running to Flayhara, he opens up the Portable Hole and yanks out another one of his Heal potions, holding to her lips...and in his hurry, an audible 'click' is heard as it taps lightly against her teeth, Gene tilting the potion down into her throat. "Drink." Making sure she at least begins the drinking the bitter potion...Gene's shadows were already there, providing eyes and ears...and allowing him to see the 'little girl's path. If he can spot her, he sends out this single message...a corruption of the Litany Against Fear, as he begins to Shadowjump closer and closer to her. You will fear. Fear is the mind killer. Fear is the little death that will bring your total obliteration. You will face your fear. You will permit it to pass over and through you. And then when it is gone, you will no longer be. Only the shadows will remain. As he finished the last line...if he was close enough, he lunges out of the shadows, and attempts to slice the girl's hamstrings, then deliver a torso-axial kick to the back of her skull...all in his typical blurring speed.
kulideb 11-22-03, 03:47 PM	The elf looked around, she found an area of grass that looked a little trampled. She could just about make out the remains of an old path. "This way looks best." She said to Gene and Brad.
Drindin 11-22-03, 06:06 PM	Krissy eventually came down the stairs. "I suppose... I could see what this... celestial will do?" She says, quietly, reluctantly. A ghostly image of Drindin was momentairily visible, but only to Agudo, as he shook his head sourly, a voice ringing in Agudo's ears... Heed my Warning... it said.
Flayhara Magerie 11-22-03, 08:25 PM	The little girl fell over after his attacks and blood oozes down her til it runs down on the ground. She breaths one last breath and she was no more. Flayhara finished drinking the bitter potion and coughs a bit as the flavour wasn't all that great. She slowly stands and looks at her dress, blood had stained it. People start crowding around her and she looks a little nervous as though not sure what to say to them. She backs up until her back is to the stage. Everyone seems to follow her trying to figure out what happened.
Gene_Kynes 11-22-03, 11:04 PM	(( Erm...he wasn't aiming to kill her, slicing the hamstrings only makes it nearly impossible to run...and a kick to the cerebellum hardly causes death, unless it's sharp and amazingly strong. But...yer the boss. ;) )) Soon...there was a living barrier between her and the crowd, seeming as imposing as Flayhara had first seen him. "Leave. Now." Despite the number of people in the crowd...Gene seems to be staring down every one he can, with a gaze that could reduce a devil to tears. If they take the hint, he follows Flayhara...slowly.
Flayhara Magerie 11-22-03, 11:11 PM	The people start walking off and going about their business before the whole ordeal. Some go home while others go for food and drinks. Flayhara was very embarassed that she could not have stopped the accident from happening. She went behind the stage and sat down, as soon as she sat on the ground she was gone. A slight sniffle could be heard before her disappearing. She reappears at the school in her room and sits on her bed. "How am I to ever show myself again? I should have been able to stop that! I just was caught off guard...." She lays face down on her bed, with her face burried in her pillow. The thought, "I should have been able to have stopped that or even seen it coming.." continuing to run through her mind.
Gene_Kynes 11-22-03, 11:19 PM	Flayhara soon felt the displacement of air, the weight of someone else next to her on the bed...and then an arm placed firmly around her shoulder. Very distinct. Tough...not to miss her... "Embarassing...mmm?"
Flayhara Magerie 11-22-03, 11:22 PM	She turned to around, "Yes it was... and I should have known better Gene, I should have...." She wipes the tears from her cheeks.
Gene_Kynes 11-22-03, 11:30 PM	He sighs. "Should've, would've, could've." He then slowly runs a hand through her hair, trying to comfort her as best her can. "You didn't know. You couldn't react. What else could've you've done? Denied a fan? And what would have you tell that little girl from the rest of those who you've encountered? How would you know?"
Flayhara Magerie 11-22-03, 11:40 PM	She nods, "Yes, I know you are right, but I just can't help thinking in some way I am right too..." She looks out the window then back to Gene with a soft smile, "Well, at least it was fun while it last right?"
Gene_Kynes 11-22-03, 11:54 PM	He smiles, and nods...before pointing to the rip in her dress, where the stab was. "Except for that." He then winks, and lets his hand fall to her shoulder. "Anything else you feel like doing? To compensate?"
Flayhara Magerie 11-23-03, 12:16 AM	She smiles as she looks at him, "Do you have anything in mind?" She places her hand over the ripped fabric and as soon as she lifts her hand it is sewn back together as though it had never been torn.
Flayhara Magerie 11-23-03, 01:11 AM	She straightens her dress to make sure the ripped area was fully sewn back together and then looks back to Gene with a smile.
Gene_Kynes 11-23-03, 01:28 AM	He shrugged. "Not really. Comfort you about your assassination attempt, and then...improvise, that was my plan. And yours?" He grins, only faintly.
Flayhara Magerie 11-23-03, 01:37 AM	She smiles brightly and grabs his hand, "I have another one..." She makes them disappear from the room to reappear outside the school near a bench. She lets go of his hand then sits down, "Now we can enjoy the weather and talk."
Agudo Archmage 11-23-03, 09:45 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The Headmaster was admiring a fresco, hanging in the lobby. It was done by a newly arrived student, from the highlands. She was a Minotaur of some renowned in her country, a fighter and leader. Yet she had a passion for art, and came here to the school instead of joining the Minotaure army. Then the soft footsteps of Krissy, brought him out of his thoughts. “Krissy my dear, you have decided, well then like I said its up to you; if we do anything. But it doesn’t hurt to talk, now does it?” Agudo smiles as he leads her outside the lobby, and through the gate s of the school. Drindin’s voice can be heard in disappointment, as they stand outside. “Now Krissy I have asked this very helpful pixie, to guide you to the glade.” As he speaks a small amount of flying magical dust can be seen ,swirling around, near Krissy. The Pixie stops and waves at Krissy and motions her to follow. Agudo looks down at Krissy “Don’t be afraid its not to far, and you should be there in an hour or so. But more importantly I shall be there when you arrive, to introduce you.” With that he wished her luck and waved her on. ((OOC Ok Drindin just go to a story on the MOP boards called MAGIC and post
Gene_Kynes 11-23-03, 04:14 PM	"...That works, too." He smiles, crossing his arms, and slouching down in the bench...obviously much more comfortable than normal for him. "So....feel like talking about anything?" No more vampirism. No more cravings of malice. Feeling the blade in his cloak pocket, Gene could hardly wait!
Flayhara Magerie 11-24-03, 01:08 AM	She sits down beside him and thinks, "No, but I would like to hear more of your stories, for I have shared a lot about me. Now, what of you? What are your likes, dislikes, hobbies...etc etc?"
Agudo Archmage 11-24-03, 09:19 AM	Lady Hoot was enjoying the day, its warm breeze fluttering through her snow white feathers. Just then one of her pupils ran up to her, as she sat outside by the pond. A lovely Genie named Mystic asks about their homework. Lady Hoot smiles as only an enchanted owl can do and reply’s….. “We will do some of the homework in the Cleric class to day, in fact it starts in a few minutes. Lets us go together and see if the other students have arrived.” With that they were there in a short time, Lady Hoot was pleased with growing crowd in the sanctuary of the Cathedral of Light. Hoot takes her seat at the podium, more exactly on top of it and opens with a prayer to Light. “Let the Light guide our path through the darkness of temptation, let us not fall into the world of ignorance, but embrace wisdom. For only then will we walk with confidence in the Light. We praise you Light of the Realms, with you we have truth and peace in the lives of all.” Then the music director came up, and called for those in the congregation of the music department to join her on stage. They lined up and sang several worship songs about love and harmony. Then after the music, Lady Hoot was ready to teach her class. “Lets focus on minor healing, as you all should know by now; minor healing can come from several sources. One being your own health, always the most dangerous, after a battle; that you have just fought.” She pauses then continues. “Another is from divine intervention by the Light. This is the most beneficial and spiritually enhancing. The next thing is potions, most people think Wizards, stuck up in their stuffy towers make them. But in truth most healing potions come from priests, that being you my students.” She turns her head to the right as a magical chart appears. “There are several ingredients to healing potions. Some for different types of sickness. For example poisons , you can give a basic healing potion of Health Restore to someone, and see them get better. But a few minutes latter they’re still sick, why?” “ Because you healed the damage in the body, not the cause of the sickness. You must find out what type of poison it is, and then see if you have the ingredients to stop the poison.” Lady Hoot looks around “Any questions?”
Lady Clare Windariete 11-24-03, 01:14 PM	She walks up to the receptionist desk timidly looking at the woman behind it. "Ag..Agudo told me t..to sign in." She looks down seeing the paper and looks to her, "I c..can't read or wr..write ma'am." Tears begin rolling down her cheeks. "I..I ..." She runs back out the doors and finds a place surrounded by trees. She sits at the base of one of the trees crying with frustration.
Gene_Kynes 11-24-03, 06:40 PM	Gene began...but something crossed his vision. In fact...too many things crossed his visions, his eyes becoming black pits as the Shadows of the school share their collective memory with him. Seemingly dazed for a moment...he then follows the running form, with hardly a thought to what he was doing. He said, with a dead voice: "I'll be back." ...As the effects of the mental assault wore off, Gene kneeled near the crying one. "...What makes you shed such tears of sorrow, Miss?" He was the blade in the shadows, and the welcoming mat. Stabbing the violent, and welcoming the hopeful. ...Ironic. (( Yes, Gene has to help every single person he sees; within reason. Otherwise, he...er...wouldn't be Chaotic Good. ))
aravilar_holistacia 11-24-03, 09:23 PM	Aravilar walked in the front doors, throwing an icy look at the receptionist. "I am here to see the person in charge here." The receptionist looked up at the elf's face and smiled, unfazed by his apparent lack of warmth towards people. "Wait here, while I send for our leader," she said. Aravilar turned towards a waiting area and began to stroll towards it. Before he reached the plush seating, he heard the sound of tears being spilt just outside the door. Although his cold countenance betrayed his past, his true morality showed through, and he turned to comfort the crying woman. "What is the trouble, maiden?" asked the elven wizard. "I... I was told to sign in at the desk... but I can't read, or write..." the lady said, and she began to sob even louder. Aravilar turned, and stalked back towards the entrance, casting an icy look towards the still-tearful girl. He stormed into the school, kicking up a patch of butterflies fluttering near the entrance. He spotted a mural, and he walked up to it to admire the fresco. As he was viewing the mural, a presence brushed the back of his thoughts. "Lady," Aravilar mumbled aloud, and the receptionist turned her head towards the words. "This is not a good time, milady Mystra." The presence subsided, and the receptionist beckoned to Aravilar. "Good sir, you may sign this registry. The headmaster is quite busy at the moment, but I assure you that he will be with you soon." Aravilar grunted, and moved swiftly towards the book she had put out for him, and he snatched the quill from mid-air. "Aravilar Holistacia," he muttered as he wrote, "Spell-Major of Myth Drannor... High Elf, Archmage..." He stopped for a second, and then added with a grin, "Chaotic Good, with the emphasis on the chaotic and the ignorance to the good." He finished writing, and handed the book back to the still-beaming receptionist. "What will become of yon maiden?" he said, throwing a look at the sniffling girl, still outside the doorway. "She will be dealt with, I assure you. Would you care to tour the campus?" "I see no reason why not," said the wizard. Aravilar walked through the double doors behind the desk, and into a hall of splendors.
Gene_Kynes 11-24-03, 09:49 PM	(( An entirely OOC Post: Welcome,Aravilar! I've...just...got a few comments, nothin' too major. Behold our most sacred law: The Freedom of Destiny. Usually, it's there so combat is fair...but I might as well be a jerk and yell at someone even at a minor infarction. Or else, I'd...actually...be nice. And we can't let that happen, no siree. ;) Anyway, it just means you can't type someone's response for them, in the event that they're another Player Character (PC). Only they can type their character's actions, and the PC attempting to interact with them can only attempt to do things, unless...naturally...using D&D rules or whatever, it's unavoidable. For instance, a massive wall. You can have the massive wall close in on the hapless person, but their reaction is theirs alone. Hence...please edit your post. I love to see this thread get more people, but I don't like people typing what others say or do. For instance: Gene stepped up behind Agudo, and depressing his knee onto Agudo's coccyx, ripped the garrote through the Archmages throat. That's a more severe statement, though. ;). Er...here's something lighter. And then Gene said to Branth "From now on, you'll call me God." The poor dragon replied "Y-yes!" You see? Freedom of Destiny. You'll learn to appreciate it when threads get combative. Anyway...happy posting, and enjoy yourself! -A rogue cop who doesn't play by the rules, but uses the Code of Conduct, Dante ))
Gene_Kynes 11-24-03, 09:58 PM	(( Ooh! And more! Here's the easiest way to know what's FoD violating, and what's not. What can your character control entirely? His body, his mind-linked familiars, maybe dominated living things, and your own PC's/NPC's. For instance, if your Wizard was sick of Gene's sarcasm: Aravilar murmured obscure, ancient words, weaving complex symbols that burned into the air. Raising his arms powerfully above him, he then attempts to merely touch the Shadowdancer. Gene's Response As the elven man's finger made contact, Gene's body dissapeared into an almost comical puff of smoke...and where the Shadovar-blooded man once stood, was a squirrel.(Or frog, or rabbit, or hamster, or rat, or whichever. :))) Or... As the elven man's finger made contact, a plume of smoke rose from the ground beneath him...but when it cleared; Gene was still standing, a simple smirk on his features as he cooly said: "There's no tomarrow for you, sunshine." There, more proper examples, heh! Anyway...did I mention have a good time? :) -Dante ))
Elvina 11-24-03, 10:04 PM	((And I, the receptionist am not a cold hearted person! I just can't respond till my creator lets me... *Goes off into corner to pout because she was potrayed as such a bad person* :sad: :sad: :sad: Note to Gene, It is possible to type another's responses. But only if they are your NPC, Like me, Elvina!)) Elvina waits patiently at her desk as all this goes on. She signs Lady Clare Windariete in, as Agudo had forseen this problem and asked her to do this. Elvina was about to go out and comfort the lady, when Gene appears next to her. Confident that Gene can handel the situation, the receptionist goes back to her paper work, setting up classes for new students into the Light. :D
aravilar_holistacia 11-24-03, 10:34 PM	Aravilar noticed a class being taught by none other than an enchanted owl. He smirked as this, and stormed past the assembled clerics. He walked up a spiral staircase, and stopped dead in his tracks. A door was ajar at the apex of the staircase, and voices came from within. ((OOC: HEY! I am the cold-hearted one at the moment, not you, lady Elvira. I was attempting to contrast your vibrance with Aravilar's apparent bottled up anger and cold-heartedness.))
Lady Clare Windariete 11-24-03, 11:32 PM	She turns to Gene and becomes frightened, "Pl..please d..don't hurt m..me.." Her stuttering was normal, well if you considered a curse normal... She starts backing up and goes to turn to stand up. As she does she runs away from him.
Gene_Kynes 11-24-03, 11:33 PM	(( I asked you nicely, but...can you at least give some acknowledgment to what I said? As in making your first post FoD-friendly? It's the only thing I'm this psychotic about. Trust me. ;) ))
Gene_Kynes 11-24-03, 11:40 PM	He sighed...and soon appeared in front of her, placing a gloved hand on her shoulder. Like my sister...always crying... His eyes betray sorrow for a moment, and she soon notices that his grip was amazingly limp, at least what she expected from a man that appeared as he did. "Calm...alright? I'm...not going to hurt you." He then kneels...becoming much shorter, at least offering some comfort to the girl. "...I'm...just concerned about you. Why're you so sad?" Flay probably thinks...I'm...a jerk for ditching her like that...but...I...can't stand tears...
aravilar_holistacia 11-24-03, 11:57 PM	Originally posted by Gene_Kynes (( I asked you nicely, but...can you at least give some acknowledgment to what I said? As in making your first post FoD-friendly? It's the only thing I'm this psychotic about. Trust me. ;) )) ((Course! I updated the first post for you, it's done.)) Aravilar continued up the stairs, edging closer to the open door. As he approached within a few feet, he was thrown back down the steps by a wall of force, and the cleric students looked over at his sprawled body on the ground. He got up, brushed himself off, and stormed out of the hall, heading for the receptionist.
Gene_Kynes 11-25-03, 12:07 AM	(( Erk! I was reading my cache'd logs...bleg, sorry! :$ ))
Agudo Archmage 11-25-03, 12:23 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley ((OOC As DM I Welcome one Archmage to another, its always fun to have more people such as yourself join. I liked the butterfly part of your post, it showed that you understand the basic idea of the School…... A Lawful good place, for those who want to be with other goodly-folk. Kind of like a tavern where everyone gets together but without the Ale, fighting, burping, vomiting and …well you get the idea…. :embarrass Now as far as what Gene said before, with the exception of bodily goring of Agudo…. (Yes I know it was an example of what not to do)…But really Gene, for a guy who is supposed to be my shadow/bodyguard…Well….Sometimes I wonder. :P :uh-huh: :P Anyway the basic rules are here are “No fighting, and controlling another’s character.” But hay don’t worry about the past posts, just focus on the new ones and once again thanks for joining. :angel: )) As Agudo made his way through the Cathedral of Light. Smiling at all those attending the Lady Hoot’s class, politely nodding his head at those who said hello. Not wanting to disrupted her teaching. After a few minutes he made his way to the Lobby, he saw a mage of some type march out to one of the towers. “Elvina who was that? And please I can tell he is a magic user, just by his self-important attitude” He smiles and winks at her. “Also I just escorted a new girl Clare to the school, did she sign in?”
Flayhara Magerie 11-25-03, 02:49 AM	She smiles and nods, then sits and waits patiently for his return. After ten minutes of waiting she slowly heads back up to her room with a slowed pace, thinking that whatever he was upto probably was very important and would take awhile.
Lady Clare Windariete 11-25-03, 02:57 AM	She looks at his hand on her, then up to him, "W..won't be y..your slave! I w..want Ag..Agudo!" She starts sobbing again then manages to control herself, "I c..cry in fr..frustration ple..please find Ag..Agudo for m.me!"
Elvina 11-25-03, 08:24 AM	Elvina pulls the registery out and looks at it. 'His name is Aravilar Holistacia. He seems to be a Spell-Major of Myth Drannor and a High Elf, Archmage. He didn't state why he is here, but he did want to see you Headmaster. Lady Clara could not sign in as she can not read or write. I took the liberty of signing her in myself, but before I could tell her she ran off crying. I believe she is outside the main doors right now and mister Gene is with her." Elvina puts the book away and continues with her class sorting. "I should have student schueduals ready for you by the end of the day Headmaster."
Agudo Archmage 11-25-03, 09:48 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The Headmaster rub’s his short blond beard on his chin, then turned to Elvina. “Yes well I see your on top of things as normal, as far as the new Elvin Archmage, he will pop up sooner or latter. But now for my new student Clare! Crying you say? Well Leetah had that same problem, but with time and confidence Clare will become more brave.” With that he walked outside, and saw Gene giving a helpful hand. “Good morning to all, and I see Clare you have met Gene, my favorite Student/Teacher. He is the one I told you about to go see for Good-Rogue classes; and from what I have just learned dancing lesions as well” Agudo winks at Gene, he walks over to Clare and takes her by the hand. “No one will hurt you here at the school, Gene is your friend as I.” Agudo turns back to Gene at the same time he keeps comforting Clare. “A few days ago I had met Clare on the road, on my way to Greenfield village. For the annual Hobbit food festival, anyway I have asked her to join the school and I am very pleased at your work so far Gene; in making the students feel welcome.”
Lady Clare Windariete 11-25-03, 01:10 PM	Upon seeing Agudo she hugs him tightly and stays very close to his side. She looks to Gene, "I..I I'm sor..sorry." She says this while looking up to Agudo as well.
kulideb 11-25-03, 02:38 PM	Kulideb looks around, the path really has gone this time, large shadowtop trees loom over them, the small elf sat on a fallen log and looked at Brad and Gene. "If we dont find a sign of him soon then I think we will have to go back to the school and fetch help."
Gene_Kynes 11-25-03, 03:43 PM	"Slave? Who said anything about being my...ugh..." He doesn't respond to her apology. Simply walking off, staring at the ground intently. If not stopped, he bumps into roughly seven trees, two bushes, Flayhara, and the bench.
firelizard Brad 11-25-03, 04:07 PM	Giving a chrip, Brad sits on the ground and looks at it, then at the people he's with. He gives them this message o O(He went this way, but he didn't? Don't know how.) Brad seems very confused.
aravilar_holistacia 11-25-03, 06:29 PM	((:D Thanks!)) Aravilar continued up the stairs, edging closer to the open door. As he approached within a few feet, he was thrown back down the steps by a wall of force, and the cleric students looked over at his sprawled body on the ground. He got up, brushed himself off, and stormed out of the hall, heading for the receptionist. Aravilar entered the entrance hall once again, looking about for the receptionist. He noticed the receding figure of a person, clothed in blue robes and a pointy blue hat. "There's the headmaster, I suppose." Aravilar turned to the receptionist and said, "When he returns, I will waiting. Say this command word (iriithyunull) ," he said, and he pointed to a note he scribbled on spell-paper, "and I'll be here." He handed the note to the receptionist, and with a flick of his wrist, he vanished into a pocket plane.
Agudo Archmage 11-26-03, 12:01 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Agudo gave a hug back to Clare and was walking her inside the lobby. When he saw Gene act very strange, bumping into bushes and other woodland stuff. “Gene? Gene! Are you ok?” Agudo walked up to him with Clare. “Gene, what wrong?” Gene seems unhappy and keeps walking, Agudo thanks maybe Flayhara can help him. They seem close..... WIth the Headmaster takes Clare inside and talks with Elvina, he asks Elvina to send word for Flayhara to talk with Gene. Agudo also sees the note about calling the new mage. "Well Clare what classes would you like first. While you think about it, let me call this wizard." Agudo says the word. left for him (iriithyunull)
Lady Clare Windariete 11-26-03, 12:31 AM	She stiffens as Agudo leaves and looks around, seeing Elvina she quickly rushes to her as she sensed some kind of trust between him and her. She stays to Elvina like a shadow or perhaps a frightened child. She starts humming softly to herself to perhaps give herself courage, her humming often breaks with fright.
Khaira 11-26-03, 12:33 AM	It is midnight. Khaira tosses and turns in her bed in her private room. Finally, she gets out of her bed, her eyes blood shot as she goes to her window to look at the outside world, still. She stands there for a full hour and then turns from it. Changing into her bardic outfit, she straps on her harp and her weapons. Slowly, quiet as a mouse, she walks out into the hallway and goes down the stairs. Finally she arrives at her destination - her classroom. She unlocks the door and walks in, lighting a candle with a few arcane words. She looks around the classroom, a blank expression on her face. In a hushed whisper, she begins to speak. "What am I doing? This is not my place - what life is this that I lead? It is not mine. I belong on the road, not instructing some sniveling group of kids. An instructor is supposed to be a role model - a good one at that. I am definitely not a good one." She looks around, at the various works of art, and at her own compositions of music and posters... "Why do I continue to fill my life with these meaningless pieces of paper? I do not belong....not in this place..." With that, she shuts the door again and locks it walking down the halls, humming a sad tune, one of imprisonment, lightly, very lightly, strumming on her harp.
Elvina 11-26-03, 12:13 PM	Elvina looks at Clara and smilies warmly. "I meant to tell you earlier that I had already signed you in, the introduction is just the same one every new student gets as they walk in. Now lets see here, you need to pick some classes to take. Is there anything your interested in learning, or would you prefur I just help point you in the right direction?"
kulideb 11-26-03, 12:50 PM	Kulideb opened her backpack and took out an apple, she gave it a rub on her sleeve and offered Gene and Brad a bite before taking a bite her self. She thought about what Brad had shown her. "May be he has been shadow jumping."
Gene_Kynes 11-26-03, 04:15 PM	He smirks. "So, it can think." He traced more and more reports of the forest shadows. The boy obviously was insane...or was he? The creature clothed in Gene's form continued into the forest, appearently knowing where to go.
LOZ 11-26-03, 04:47 PM	The strange elf walked up to the school she looks up through her hair at the building. Putting her head back down she walks off to the lobby. She looks at the red headed elf behind the desk ( even though the red headed elf could not see her face due to the fact that her thick long black hair covered her face.) She places a blank piece of paper on the desk she traces her finger across the paper and words appear. ~I would like to join the school~ She carries on tracing her finger.... ~Name:Hisime~ ~Class to join: Rogue~ She drops her hand to her side.
kulideb 11-26-03, 04:54 PM	kulideb looked up at Gene. "So why didnt you mention it before!" She jumped up. "We should be able to focus in on him...I havent tried that before." She looked at Brad. "Do you want to come with me into the shadow world?"
Lady Clare Windariete 11-26-03, 05:25 PM	She looks up to the woman, "W..would you mind t..telling m..me who te..teaches what ag..again?"
aravilar_holistacia 11-26-03, 06:59 PM	Aravilar was laying on his old, four-poster bed inside his room, inside his castle, which was named after the old elven fortress of Icewind Dale, the Seldarine's Hand. The castle even had five towers that were named after each tower of that ruined fortress. He was laying upon his bed, candlelight fickering across his face and across the room, when the presence brushed his mind again. The woman's smile was imposed in his mind, and just as Aravilar opened his mouth to speak to his goddess, a sharper, louder presence was made known. "Iriithyunull," came the voice of one, far-off. Aravilar sighed, and with a flick of his wrist did he appear again in the brightly sunlit hall of the school, facing none other than Agudo, the archmage. "You have summoned me, so I suppose you are wondering why I am here," Aravilar mentioned. "I am here in a personal capacity. There's always more magic to learn, and no one, not even the Chosen of Mystra (he made a small symbol with his fingers, tracing some stars in the air) can possibly know all about magic. "I also believe that you may have need of a skilled instructor here at the school. I assure you, I am quite prepared to teach the Art of Chronomancy to your eager students. If you would have me, that is, of course. "I am also somewhat skilled in the divine magic of my goddess, and I have begun to learn some basic swordplay. I may be of use in those areas as well. "What say you? Rest assured, there is no place better for one such as me," Aravilar said, and with that did he turn to the receptionist. "I apologize for my earlier misconduct. I have been ill at ease lately. The hour of reckoning in the nation in which I dwell is fast approaching, and I fear the armies of my planar enemies will move on my keep next. Again, please forgive me." He turned back to Agudo, wondering about his reply.
Elvina 11-26-03, 08:41 PM	Elvina smiles again. "Well Headmaster Agudo teaches History of the Realms Based on the book he wrote. Lady Hoot teaches our Cleric classes. Gene teaches our shadow/rouge classes. And Khaira teaches our bard classes, though she is currently away. One of her better students, Joesiphine, is teaching it for now. Oh, and after we decide your classes I'll show you your private room."
Lady Clare Windariete 11-26-03, 09:31 PM	She thinks a minute, "W..well if its n..not to m..much trouble th..then I wa..want to be in the b..bard class. I l..like that." She starts singing, in a very angelic voice and in another language. Her voice unstuttering and smooth surpassing her words of herself. She doesn't give herself enough credit for her beautiful voice. She blushes a bit as she finishes, "S..see? Al..also I w..would like a cl..class with Ag..Agudo." She thinks on something, "El..Elvina? Wh..what is a pr..private room? Is th..that whe..where the sl..slaves stay?" She cringes down to her knees on the floor, "Ag..Agudo s..said I was fr..free ... am I n..not?" Tears begin to well up in her eyes once again.
aravilar_holistacia 11-26-03, 09:44 PM	Aravilar, still waiting for Agudo's reply, notices the prostrate Clare, and kneels down next to her. "What is the matter, maiden? No, the private rooms are most certainly not for slaves, child. I assume the receptionist meant your own personal area, maiden." Aravilar smiled and put his hand upon the teared girl's shoulder. "If the Headmaster said you are free, you are free. Whatever happened before you were brought here is over. The future is now, and as long as you are here, I will protect you from your past." Aravilar thought about what had been blurted from his mouth, and looked at Agudo again. He sighed and regained his icy composure.
Lady Clare Windariete 11-26-03, 09:47 PM	She looks to the man, "Th..thank you s..sir. M..may I ask wh..who you a..are?" She continues to sit on her knees on the floor, her gray eyes looking to him, then look to Agudo, then returns her gaze to the man.
aravilar_holistacia 11-26-03, 09:59 PM	((Heh, heh, to make this better I'm listening to Moonlight Sonata by Beethoven)) Aravilar looks back down to the maiden and says, "I am Aravilar Holistacia, the Spell-Major of the elven city of Myth Drannor. I am, as you can see, an elf, and I am currently late of Berdusk. "I have come to this school to teach and to learn, to study and to experiment." Aravilar looks up at Agudo. "If this good archmage will have me, of course."
Lady Clare Windariete 11-26-03, 10:20 PM	She smiles, "You seem nice enough, b..but m..many times m..my ju..judgements have o..often le..lead me as..astray. Ag..Agudo wi..will be f..fair of h..his d..decision, h..he doe..doesn't seem li..like he w..would ma..make ra..rash decisions. An..anyway it is n..nice to me..meet you s..sir. I am Cl..Clare Win..Windariete, f..former sl..slave to m..many." She looks down as she said that for she was not proud of it.
aravilar_holistacia 11-26-03, 10:34 PM	((This is this thread's 1000th post!!! :D :D :D ) "You have a beautiful name, Clare Windariete," Aravilar said. "A name worthy of an elven queen. And a voice to match!" He looked over at the girl, then up at the skylights and the vaulted ceilings. "Why do you not credit yourself for what you have? A voice, to be sure, and a beautiful face as well. Why do you blaspheme such a pure and innocent face with tears of despair?" He looked back down at the sniffling girl. "Whatever happened in the past is over. As I said, the future is today and the rest of your days. Now that you are here, I can assure you that you are in good care with the headmaster and Elvina here." And me, he thought. Aravilar sat on the ground next to Clare and stared into her eyes, mumbling a prayer to Mystra. "Calm yourself, child. Your life, as it has been, is over. Your life, as it once was, is behind you. Your future is now, and now is the time to seize your future." Aravilar looked back up at the still-silent Agudo and smiled. "Apparently I have given away too much of my true nature." He turned back to the Lady Clare and sighed. "Shhhh," he said, and he got up, leaning agaist the receptionist's desk.
Agudo Archmage 11-27-03, 01:02 AM	((OOC YA! WE BROKE INTO 1000 REALM.)) :bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce:
Agudo Archmage 11-27-03, 01:39 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley “Well my new students it seems you both are making friends” The Headmaster says to Aravilar and Clare. “It would be an honor to have you both here at this school." He turns and smiles at Clare. "In fact Clare, I am very pleased that you have chosen a Bard class, and my History class” He turns Elvin Archmage Araviler. “Now what kind of class for you?….. Well I was thinking of expanding my Quantum-Parallel-Magic class it basically focuses in on different types of magic in use. Also you of course may be what I call a Student/Teacher. In other words you are here to take classes as well as teach.” He smiles “As far as what job opening? We do need someone to replace poor Dwindle. Until he recovers from that embarrassing accident with one of his Gnomish machines.” The Headmaster shakes his head to change the subject of the accident, and the embarrassing reasons. “Dwindle is are magical potion expert as well as Head-Gnome-Engineer.” Agudo smiles as he ponders his next words. “If you wish Aravilar, you may combine Chronomancy, with the basic potions class. I am sure you understand that most of the students are just starting out, and will need to be guided by a wise hand.” Agudo claps his hands, and two enchanting Fairies come flying up. “We can talk about other things latter, I am sure we will see each other in the days to come. The Fairies will guide you to both your rooms, and your class schedules with location will be in your room.” With that you are guided by one of the many fairies that inhabit the school. The littlie fairy takes you through the main “Cathedral of Light” sanctuary, as you walk in it becomes more clear how breath taking the stain glass windows are, with so much light filtering in from all directions; its truly a prism of rainbow light. You discover many races praying, and singing, in angelic voices to the glory of the “Light” In front of you on the sanctuary stage is “Lady Hoot” the wise white owl holding services for all those in attendance. She speaks wisely of the responsibility of helping others and for using “Power” for good of all life, and not just a few. “Lady Hoot” sees you and gives a polite nod of her head; as she continues speaking to the crowded sanctuary. The little “Fairy” takes you to the rear “Right Tower” and through the large dinning hall on the first floor. It seem very festive as everyone greets each other and sit down for breakfast, you can hear several “Bards” singing and playing with exotic instrument at the front of the dinning hall. A young “Dwarf” nearby is asking everyone who would like to join the school “music class,” by signing up on a parchment; that is hanging on a nearby wall with a few other notices. The little fairy tells you that your room is up the stairs on his right, with your name on the door. Your able to find the private room easy enough, and see that its very roomy and well decorated, with strong “Gnome” handcrafted wood of all exotic styles. In the corner is a large oak wooden role top desk, for all sorts of books and scrolls, and in the middle is a Hand carved wooden bed, capable of sleeping six humans or one large giant. Like everything in this school of “Light’ this place is furnished in great detail; of fine craftsmanship ,and has all the finest amenities for a “Midlevel Time period.” Such as a private washroom, with its own hand water pump, and hot water even comes out of the ornate designed iron tub. You scratch your head ? why would they do that? do they boil soup in the tub as well?
aravilar_holistacia 11-27-03, 02:12 AM	Aravilar thanked the fairy and shut the door. He sighed, and began weaving a spell that opened a small portal near the desk. Out of the portal came a few dozen scrolls, two small texts, and one overly large spellbook. He sat down at the desk and began poring over the arcane symbols and words, but was having trouble concentrating. He got up and began to pace around the room, eventually being stopped by the oversized bed. He finally threw his hands into the air, and he went out the door and down the steps, entering again the hall of prayer where a white owl was speaking to a group of people. Aravilar nodded in the owl's general direction, and he continued to the classroom marked, "Advanced Arcane Theory." He opened the door, and entered the empty classroom. The room was well furnished with tables and chairs, a desk at its front, and all sorts of gadgets Aravilar had brought from his pocket plane. In one corner stood a remarkably large sundial, while in another corner rested a gigantic mirror, which was currently swirling with colors. Aravilar cast a minor spell, lighting all the candles in the classroom, which had several stained-glass windows in it. he put his books down upon the front desk, and he walked back out of the classroom. He lazily toured the campus, not looking for anything in particular. He noticed several students inside a classroom, who were summoning lesser creatures and then binding them with magic. In another classroom, students were praying to their gods and goddesses for the first time, and surprises were in store for them. For the first time, they could use the art of divine magic. Finally, Aravilar came to the classroom marked, "History of the Realms." He made a face, and continued down the hallway, eventually coming back to the reception hall. The red-haired elf was still sitting behind the desk, and the Lady Clare was nowhere to be seen. Aravilar nodded to the receptionist, he continued back through the prayer hall, and sat in the back of the service, his face buried in his hands. "Sune, why have you cursed me thus? Cursed me with the pain of love again. I swore to you I would never love again, after the death of my elven maiden. Why do you torture me so?" he prayed. Aravilar looked up, and he noticed the service had concluded. The students closest to the back were eying him as they dispersed, and Aravilar quickly regained his composure, returning to his classroom to prepare for his first class.
Lady Clare Windariete 11-27-03, 02:16 AM	Before her and Aravilar parted she gave him a genuine smile. Looking about the room she couldn't help but wonder if someone had put her in the wrong room. "Th..this is a mis..mistake, this is..isn't my room. I n..never have r..rooms like th..this." She walks back out into the hallway and checks her name on the door. "I..it says my n..name on th..the door." She sighs and closes the door as she walks back out. She heads back down to the right tower where the bards are singing. Smiling she walks over near them and joins in singing, no matter the song, she seems to know it already. Her voice in complete harmony with theirs. This seems to make her very happy. {ooc: CONGRATS on the 1,000th post!! :angel:}
Lady Clare Windariete 11-27-03, 03:01 AM	Before they finish their song she quitely slips away and back outside for some air. From behind a tree she hears a noise and she goes to check it out. A man in a cloak motions to her to follow him and for some strange reason she felt the strong urge to do what he says. She follows him, almost in a trance-like state. As always her footsteps are nearly inaudible and her hair flows gently behind her while she follows the man.
aravilar_holistacia 11-27-03, 03:28 AM	Aravilar walked out of his classroom, looking about the prayer hall. He saw no trace of life, so he came to the podium that the owl had occupied before. He stood there for a good hour, contemplating his recent mental attitude. He thought about his home, and his city of Myth Drannor. Once a metropolis of magic, it was now a ruin of despair.... Which is what led him to the school. His thoughts strayed to the Lady Clare... A saddening story she had told before, and Aravilar was, for the first time in over 50 years, seriously considering his most feared emotion: love. Why me, he thought, why me? This is not what is supposed to happen to me... In the name of Sune, I proclaimed this would not happen. But again and again, it comes back--because it's love. No! I said that I would never love again... Not after her death! Hiding myself, heated and irritated; living only a short time, this is my daily life! Should it really be this way, I wonder? If I let my emotions free, my dreams will once again not go well. They haven't gone well since that day. I want to control all my luck that may be used up before my life is ended, and no way will that happen now. The toughness gained from my damage is unbelievable! I won't be able to sleep at all tonight, either. And will I be able to if I speak my emotions? You can't blame my emotion, because even I should know it will never fade away. Never is a long time, even for an elf. Aravilar looked up from the surface of the podium, and stared off into the stained-glass of the skylights. He decided once and for all, that he would go through with his emotions. He would finally release his icy coolness and open up his gated heart. Now all that was needed was the iron key.
Elvina 11-27-03, 08:18 AM	Elvina smiles as Lady Clara is lead to her new room, then goes back to the paperwork sitting in front of her. Later Elvina decides to take a walk around the lovely school grounds, where she spots Clara going into the woods. Not sure why, Elvina doesn't think this is a good thing. Elvina follows at a descret distance, prepared to call for help if need be, or help out if she can.
Lady Clare Windariete 11-27-03, 10:39 AM	She continues walking behind the man, who seems to have a charm or spell cast upon her. They eventually come to a building made of stones, it looked like a house. There is a window facing this direction with a see through cloth hanging down infront of it. "Come Clare, you will be my slave once again. You were bad for running from the first time, I shall see to it that you do not do the same again." A robotic response came from her, "Yes m..master." Not long after she drops to her knees, "Aagh!" It seems she is trying to fight whatever it is, but the man turns around and looks at her. "Shame on you Clare, do not fight me you will only lose." He looks at her not breaking eye contact and Clare seems to stop and stands back up. He then leads her into the house and slams the door behind him. He points to a huge pile of dirty dishes in the basin. And Clare heads over to them. "No...I w.. .. " he looks at her, "Yes master." She starts to doing his dishes for him while he takes off his cloak. Large feathery wings pop out, he has a statuesque build, flawless skin, red glowing eyes, with a shinning red bow straped across his back.
Flayhara Magerie 11-27-03, 11:04 AM	She begins to worry about Gene has she had not heard from him in awhile. She closes her eyes and focuses on Gene, soon finding him she disappears from her room and then appears near Gene. She looked at him and knew something was wrong, "Gene? Gene... is something wrong?"
Elvina 11-27-03, 11:47 AM	Relizing that Clara is in trouble again as Elvina peeks in through the window, Elvina sends a message to Agudo via bird messanger. The bird messanger quickly goes to find Agudo and gives him the message of trouble and help needed. Elvina then decides she needs to stale this guy, and hopefully give Clara time to fight back. Throwing a large rock at the window Elvina yells out "FIGHT HIM CLARA, YOUR NOT A SLAVE ANYMORE! YOUR FREE!" She keeps yelling and throwing things to get the guys attention off Clara and onto her. Once she has his attention, she runs for her life, praying Agudo will get the message in time. Or that another person, more powerful then her, happens to be out and about today.
Lady Clare Windariete 11-27-03, 11:57 AM	The man quickly looks to the woman at the window and becomes quite furious. He rushes out the door not bothering with his cloak. He pulls his bow from behind his back and starts aiming while he is running after her. "I will teach you to meddle in my affairs!" Clare hearing someone else's words she starts to move from her place at the sink, but the voice in her mind tries to fight her. She places her hands on her head, "N..no..! I .. am .. fr..free!" The voice gains control over her again, she turns back to the dishes in the sink and continues to wash them.
aravilar_holistacia 11-27-03, 12:50 PM	Aravilar was walking patiently towards the East Tower to look for the Lady Clare, when he got a sharp thought implanted into his mind: "a girl... a cabin in the woods... angel of darkness... a cry for help... Elvina, in the distance, running..." Aravilar quickly spun off his cloak, throwing it into a small pocket portal. Under the cloak, he wore a brightly gleaming gold and silver chain mail, with a gray longsword strapped to his hip. He ran out the front door, and with a prayer to his goddess, he flicked his wrist once again, flying into the unknown. _____________________ The teleportation led him to a clearing in the woods surrounding the school, where a cabin was erected. He cautiously moved towards the lone cabin, and before he got there he wiggled his fingers. His body instantly became ghost-like, and quite hard to see without magic. He moved closer to the door, and he could hear a shout coming from inside. A man, a bow at the ready, and wings from his back, ran out the door, running right through Aravilar. The man did not notice the ghost-like elf, and Aravilar moved into the cabin, and into Clare's own personal hell. Dishes were piled in the sink, with a silver-haired girl standing over them, apparently mentally fighting something... herself, perhaps. With another wiggle of his fingers, Aravilar became whole again. He rushed to the girl and he said, "Clare! What in Realmspace is going on? Why are you here?" Clare began to speak but Aravilar did not listen. He began to cast another teleportation spell, this one affecting a small radius, but his magic fizzled. Standing in the door was the angel of darkness.
aravilar_holistacia 11-27-03, 01:07 PM	"You fiendish bastard... Why do you trouble us thus? Never mind, I don't care about any of that anymore." Aravilar stood up and extended his hand out to the angel of hell. He made a "bring it on" motion to the devil, and the devil laughed. "Something funny, you knave? I'll show you what happens when you mess with a Chosen of Mystra," Aravilar said. He turned to the Lady Clare. "Did you *really* believe I wouldn't come? Remember, the Chosen of Mystra can hear their names spoken anywhere in the realms... It was either Elvina or you, speaking here, and I came running... well, teleporting," he said with a grin. He winked and said, "This'll be quick." He motioned the angel outside, saying, "I'll show you true power, you fiend." The angel merely drew a celestial longsword and walked outside, standing at the end of the clearing. Aravilar followed, saying behind him, "Stay inside. I'll come back for you soon." Aravilar mumbled a prayer to his goddess, and stepped outside into the battle of his life.
aravilar_holistacia 11-27-03, 02:01 PM	Aravilar walked solemnly out of the cabin, eyeing the angel of darkness. "You should have never even spoken to Clare. And you wear the wings of an angel! Curse you, and curse your extraplanar heritage! Do you think I care what you are? "No. And honestly, when I kill you, I'm going to laugh. And I'm going to torch your worthless body. And for my final touch, I'm gonna send your spirit into Realmspace, never to be brought back to this world again!" Aravilar cast a quickened spell, and he immediately disappeared, due to the speed he was moving. Remember that Aravilar is a master of Chronomancy. The reason why he is usually reluctant to fight is because of that very thing... With the time warps, and paradoxes, and the going back and forward in time throughout the battle, he tries not to fight. However.... for love.... Aravilar appeared again just long enough to pour a stream of his goddess's silver fire into the angel, who retorted with flames of his own. Aravilar barely evaded the quick retaliation and disappeared again. The angel took flight, and began to saturate the area with a form of his own magic. The time-flux Aravilar had been creating through his continual shifting of time and place began to show up in the devil's magical net. Aravilar noticed this and stopped. He cast another quickened spell, and immediately a cloud of silvery spheres surrounded him. These spheres began to swirl about at an unbelievable rate, and with each spell the angel cast, one sphere was obliterated. Aravilar switched tactics and he unleashed his ultimate weapon at the angel: his time duplicate. Out of a grey portal came Aravilar, from about six seconds in the future. Now, the two Aravilars both poured their hidden gifts into the angel. What Aravilar has always kept secret is that he possesses the ability of true spellfire. He keeps this powerful gift a secret because of the scrutiny and the incessant running it causes. The spellfire, as you may be aware, is the stuff of raw magic. The two Aravilars poured this blue-white fire into the angel, whose spell-shield was penetrated easily. But lo! Six seconds later, both Aravilars disappeared. Another six seconds went by as Aravilar was called into the past to fight for *his* past self, and six seconds later, he returned from the *future* to fight again. The time duplication being completed, and the paradox reset, Aravilar changed pace. He began to fire swarms of golden bolts from the sky into the angel's mantle. Throughout this beating, the angel was experiencing an array of effects. His wings were badly singed, and his entire body was covered with burns... Aravilar yelled with rage and began to throw rapid-fire blasts of alternating silver fire and spellfire into the angel. The helpless celestial began to cry out in pain, and Aravilar yelled with fury even louder, sending another bolt of flame at the celestial with each word. "Never.... trouble.... us.... again! Leave.... this.... place!" The badly burned celestial finally held up his hand, and Aravilar stopped the assault. "Mercy..." said the fiend. "You pathetic godling. Why do you ask for mercy?" Aravilar snarled. The angel was having trouble breathing, and Aravilar, who began to lose his fiery rage, sighed and went over to the angel. Aravilar cast a minor transmutation, which healed the angel's lungs and wings. "Leave this place, and never trouble my Clare again. I fought for love this time... Next time you decide to trouble us, I fight for me!" With that, Aravilar cast a powerful banishment spell, and the demon was sent spiraling out of the woods and into the skies. Aravilar looked back at the lone cabin, and sighed. "Now what...?" he said, and he smiled. The Lady Clare was freed... once more.
Lady Clare Windariete 11-27-03, 02:11 PM	Feeling the spell's effect wear off she looked toward Aravil then to where she stood, in front of the sink. "Where a..am I?" She held her hand to her head then looks to the dishes. "N..no, I can't b..be doi..doing this ag.again." She steps back from the sink and walks toward him, leaving the dishes behind her, like her being slaved. "M..my h..head hurts s..so A..Aravil." She stands beside him and then collapses at his feet.
Elvina 11-27-03, 02:19 PM	After seeing the new Archmage from the school Rescue Clara, Elvina quietly makes her way back to school, happy that a new friendship has been made and a student safe. *******Later: A new figure enters the school asking to start classes. After reading the information left on her desk, Elvina smilies at the elf. "Of course you can join Hisime. Let me show you to your room." Elvina leads Hisime to her new private room, showing her on the way where the Rouge class is held. They stop at a buetifully carved door with Hisime's name on it. "This is your room, everthing inside is for your use. IF you need anything come find me, or any other student. We are all willing to help. Headmaster Agudo will probaly visit with you as soon as he is free, he likes to introduce himself to new students. The class you have choosen is held at either Sunrise or Sunset ever couple of days. The teacher, Gene, will come by and tell you when your first class is. Have fun and enjoy yourself." With a grin, Elvina hands Hisime the key to the room and walks back to the lobby hummng a merry tone. o O(So many bright new faces. IT is good to see those who wish to walk in the light.)
aravilar_holistacia 11-27-03, 02:26 PM	Aravilar picked up the collapsed Clare and held her in his arms... she was quite light, easily picked up by Aravilar. "We are going back to the school... You need to rest. Here, I'll help your head..." Aravilar said. He placed his free hand upon her forehead and spoke a command word. White energy seeped from his fingertips and into her head, causing the pain to subside. "You are safe, now... Let's get out of here," he said, and he flicked his wrist once more, teleporting the duo into the hall of stained-glass inside the school. Aravilar laid Clare down upon a soft day bed, near a window, and he said, "Stay here... I'll be back with something to completely break that spell." Aravilar went inside his classroom, and emerged with several small diamonds, a piece of rope, and an overly large emerald. He spoke an incantation, and the diamonds melted into liquid... the rope frayed, and broke into splinters... the emerald shined brightly, shrinking to a pendant-sized gem. Aravilar took a silver pendant out of his pocket, and he placed the emerald inside the pendant's center. He placed the pendant around Clare's neck, and said, "This amulet will shield your mind from any outside influences... and protect you. Aravilar looked down at the innocent face of Clare and said, "You are so beautiful. Why do you trouble me so, with such beauty?" Aravilar looked about the hall, and he sighed. He looked back down at Clare and smiled.
LOZ 11-27-03, 02:36 PM	Hisime followed Elvina to her room, after Elvina had gone she look around the room. The first thing she noticed was the window she hurried across the room an drewed the curtains almost ripping them down. She went over to the bed and sat down she looked up and on the wall in front of her was a tall mirror a look of terror came over her face, She picked up the vase next to her and threw it at the mirror and with a very large CRASH they both fell to the floor smashed into millions of sharp shards. Hisme fell to the floor next to the pieces, she picked one up and it cut her hand. She crawled over to the corner of the room and weeped silently.
Khaira 11-27-03, 04:56 PM	In the morning, Khaira goes to Agudo's office, her travelling clothes on, all of her possessions strapped on again. A haunted look hangs upon her face...a rather gaunt expression, not the jovial expression that she usually sported. "Agudo, I am leaving. This place holds nothing for me, just as I hold nothing for it. I cannot explain why I am leaving...i bring danger and destruction where-ever I go. Perhaps I shall find Drindin on my visits. He and I never did finish out discussion...or maybe I shall find out what is plaguing me. I know not." She unstraps her harp from her back, and places it on Agudo's desk. It emanates a certain magical aura, but it is so discreet that even Agudo cannot immediately discern what kind of spell is upon it. Khaira seems unaware. In the background of his mind, Agudo hears some tune played on a harp, echoing in his mind. "Let this serve your memory, friend Agudo, better than it did me. P'rahps we shall meet again, on the road someday. Fare thee well." And with that, Khaira bows to Agudo, turns, and walks out.
Cerrinity 11-27-03, 08:31 PM	{ooc: nevermind} ;)
Lady Clare Windariete 11-27-03, 08:33 PM	Originally posted by aravilar_holistacia He placed the pendant around Clare's neck, and said, "This amulet will shield your mind from any outside influences... and protect you. Aravilar looked down at the innocent face of Clare and said, "You are so beautiful. Why do you trouble me so, with such beauty?" Aravilar looked about the hall, and he sighed. He looked back down at Clare and smiled. She smiles up at him, "Th..thank you m'lord. N..never ha..had a gift b..before, it i..is qui..quite lo..lovely indeed!" She looks down at it and her face beams. She looks around her, "Wh..where are we? H..how did I g..get here?" She sits up and her face has twisted into a look of confusion and wonderment.
aravilar_holistacia 11-27-03, 09:27 PM	Originally posted by Lady Clare Windariete She smiles up at him, "Th..thank you m'lord. N..never ha..had a gift b..before, it i..is qui..quite lo..lovely indeed!" She looks down at it and her face beams. She looks around her, "Wh..where are we? H..how did I g..get here?" She sits up and her face has twisted into a look of confusion and wonderment. "Do you not remember? We are in the School of Light and Magic, led by Agudo, an archmage of some renown. Have you no memory of how Agudo freed you from your former master?" Aravilar asked. Aravilar said, "Why do you look so confused? Is there any illness or curse upon you as to make you the way you are now, as I hear you?"
HeavensRose 11-27-03, 09:32 PM	She nods, "Y..yes, I rem..remember that, but I d..do not remember le..leaving the ca..cabin in the wo..woods." She looks to him, "You m..mean my v..voice...?" Her face looks sadened, "It i..is m..my curse."
aravilar_holistacia 11-27-03, 09:39 PM	{{grr evil twin poster PrC}} ;)
aravilar_holistacia 11-27-03, 09:39 PM	{Changed your S/N, Clare} "I brought you out of the cabin... You were in a daze, helpless under the enchantment of that fiend... Did you not see the epic battle between that bastard and I? I sent his body back to his own personal hell.... "Never mind... It's not important... What *is* important is that you are safe. "Your voice... is it a magical curse?" Aravilar said, clearing the hair which was hanging down in front of Clare's face, running his fingers through her smooth hair. "Magical curses can be broken. Physical ones as well."
Lady Clare Windariete 11-27-03, 10:02 PM	She frowns, "A m..magic man ga..gave me th..this wr..wretched curse!" She stands and paces in fury. "I..I di..did no..nothing to him! M..my life is n..nothing but an et..eternal curse!" She breaks down in tears of frustration, hurt, anger, and hopelessness.
aravilar_holistacia 11-27-03, 10:16 PM	"As I suspected," said Aravilar. "The aura of magic is particularly strong about you... I'm surprised you haven't been tested as an innatothi, or a sorceress. "Magical curses are easily broken. Only two things are needed to break such a wretched man's curse... One, a spell, cast by me... Two, the *exact* nature of the spell... Which I can divine... Lucky for you, i'm a good chronomancer... Hold on." Aravilar winked, and he cast a powerful spell. Clare felt a wave of air pressure, and the pressure subsided seconds later. "There we are... it's a deviation of a potent curse, an ancient one... I can break it, if you are ready. I will warn you: breaking this curse is a huge step. You must be entirely ready... The spell will not work if there is any doubt about your person. And you have to place your total trust in me, or else the spell will falter." Aravilar whispered, "This will not be easy, and when it is done, you may be totally changed. I think it would be a change for the better... Bettering your life, your spirit, and your mind. But this is your decision." Aravilar put his finger up to her lips, silencing her sobs. "Clare... Don't cry. With each tear you shed, you drain my soul away... you burn your spirit. I can help you... You must be willing. "It's getting to the point that I could begin to say that I love you, Clare. I know what my elven people will say; 'You are being foolish, Aravilar. Love comes slowly to those who wait.' But I don't care about that. I told you that the future is now, and the past is past. "My past was ripped apart by tragedy... And I'll never forget that. But it's time for me to move on. Chronomancy or not, I cannot restore the past. It is a terrible curse, to have this time-changing gift. It is a pleasant fiction when I can return to the past and see my life as it once was. But, when I return to this time, as I must do, I only get more and more cold and depressed. "You were the fire that shattered the walls of ice about my heart. And now I have to accept that. "Will you? Will you go through with the curse-breaking? "Will you accept all that I have said? Will you accept my heart?" Aravilar said, and he looked away for fear of the answer.
Lady Clare Windariete 11-27-03, 10:30 PM	She listens to him with patience and a smile. Clare thinks for a minute of the consequences to her decisions and finally decides. She looks to him, "I will ac..accept both for the con..consequences do n..not mean much t..to me." She gives him a smile then frowns a bit, "Will t..the curs..cursebreaking h..hurt? And as f..far as the m..magic thing g..goes, yes I d..do have it ru..running through me. Th..though I fe..felt the b..bardic side m..more stron..strongly."
aravilar_holistacia 11-27-03, 10:42 PM	Aravilar smiled, and he turned back to the girl. "I will need only seconds to prepare this." Aravilar stood rapidly, and Clare started. "Don't worry... This should not hurt, although you may begin to find spell-power you did not know you had..." Aravilar stood a few yards back and began the spell. A long wand appeared in his hand, and Aravilar began twirling the wand in a large, spherical pattern about himself. He began to speak words, words that had not been spoken in millenia... "Erithnoer tengwar, templa Tel'Quessir.... Templa qu'kiir Mythal Cormanthorea van t'nor... Yth oret menthast bauthista quantest... Yth oret van t'nor..." The circle Aravilar had began tracing was now a sphere of flame. Every pore in his body began to emanate spellfire... the whole sphere filled to bursting with the spell-stuff. Aravilar shouted loudly, and the sphere moved to engulf the still-sitting Clare... The sphere flashed green before settling to an incandescent aqua. The girl's body came alive... her senses were heightened and her awareness seemed outside the sphere... she was watching herself be consumed by the flames... And it was over. The sphere dissipated, and Clare fell to the ground, her eyes, hands, and mouth streaming smoke... But there was no pain. "It is done... Can you speak? What do you feel?" Aravilar said eagerly, helping the girl to her feet.
Lady Clare Windariete 11-27-03, 10:54 PM	She looks up to him, "I.. uh.. I feel um, wierd?" It was obvious that she didn't know how to feel. "My stuttering seems to be over with..." she smiles at that. "How can I ever thank you Aravil?"
aravilar_holistacia 11-27-03, 11:01 PM	Aravilar did not answer her question right away... He shrugged, and before she could say any more, he pulled her to him and kissed her. Sparks danced between the two mages... Clare's newfound sorcery was not fully controlled yet. Aravilar allowed a bit of healing spellfire to rush between the two. He ran through all that he could say, all that he could try to say! Nothing seemed right... When the two finally broke, Aravilar looked at Clare sheepishly. "That was very... un-elven of me."
Agudo Archmage 11-27-03, 11:51 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The Headmaster was in his office, standing next to his large brass telescope. He was adjusting the different knobs and gadgets, when Khaira walked in. She had a sad look about her, and proclaimed she was leaving the school; to work out her inner demons. But before Khaira left she handed Agudo her harp with as a keepsake of their friendship. Agudo put down his polishing brush, and wiped his hands on his blue and white robe. So that he could pick up the harp, and play an off tune and then puts it down.. “I am sad to see you go my favorite Bard of adventure, yet if you must..... Then I pray that you go in the Light, to work out your troubles.” He then gives a sad smile and a long hug for Khaira. “Please Khaira if you need anything please comeback and see us, I will let Gene know of your going.” As she left the way she came, the Archmage of Light frowned for a moment. Then turned back to the harp. He cast a few cantraps on it, trying to interpret the magical music it had. But then his crystal ball began to swirl in many colors, the Headmaster walked over and sat near by. Elvina was sending a bird to warn him of danger…. Yet there was more, Aravilar was rushing to Elvina…No not just her but?….Clare! They were at a stone house a few leagues away, in the forest. Elvina was throwing rocks through the window, and a winged beast from the abyss was taunting Clare and Elvina both. “What is this?” Just then Aravilar flew to the ladies aid, he fought a fierce battle and won. The evil had been vanquished, from the land. Agudo lit his corncob pipe, and took a few puffs before speaking to himself. “By the Light!, Aravilar fought like man fighting for…his…?” Lady Hoot who had came in at the moment of the battle spoke up. “A wise woman once said, nothing is more dangerous than two lovers fight for their lives.” Agudo looked up and smiled at his friend. “Yes Hoot, you’re very insightful, it would seem Aravilar is someone we can trust.” Lady Hoot had brought the list of the new students and showed it to Agudo. “Well then I will pay a visit to these fresh faces.” With in an hour Agudo had made his rounds and came upon the last room, belonging to ((Hisime)) He knocks and knocks finaly openig the door he sees the young woman hurt “My,my! What has happen dear young one?” Agudo picks her up and places her on the bed, he snaps his fingers and a wet wash cloth comes flying out of the sink “Here now put this on your cuts and tell me what troubles you?”
Lady Clare Windariete 11-28-03, 12:08 AM	Originally posted by aravilar_holistacia Aravilar did not answer her question right away... He shrugged, and before she could say any more, he pulled her to him and kissed her. Sparks danced between the two mages... Clare's newfound sorcery was not fully controlled yet. Aravilar allowed a bit of healing spellfire to rush between the two. He ran through all that he could say, all that he could try to say! Nothing seemed right... When the two finally broke, Aravilar looked at Clare sheepishly. "That was very... un-elven of me." "I.. that... no one has done that to me before." She looks down then back up to him, "My powers...? I do not wish to be a sorcerer, but I suppose it was the downfall of what you did isn't it? But still, I would like to further myself in barding. Please take no insult from it, I just enjoy singing more than harming or showing off." She says this for all she has known are those who show off their powers and use them for harm, mainly against her; with one exception.. Agudo. She smiles to him, "We must go find Agudo and let him know of what you have done for me!" She could not contain her joy as she gives him a quick hug then runs off to find Agudo.
aravilar_holistacia 11-28-03, 12:13 AM	Aravilar chased after the girl, smiling... although her reaction wasn't what he'd hoped... "I thought that kiss, that spontaneous act would've been more special...." He ran after her, shouting, "Wait! Clare!" The girl reached Agudo only a few seconds before Aravilar.
Cerrinity 11-28-03, 12:23 AM	nevermind...
Lady Clare Windariete 11-28-03, 12:27 AM	Finding Agudo she looked at him and tears were running down her cheeks, she then turned to Aravil, "You tell him I cannot now..." Perhaps he didn't have to speak for just by listening to her Agudo would be able to hear the difference. She ran down the hallway, her beautiful hair flowing behind her, and her dress slightly slowing her more than she wished. As she ran she wiped the tears from her cheeks. Clare continued to run until she reached a familiar place, the woods. Standing near a tree she looked up it, and climbed up to the a high branch. She sat in the crook of where the branch meet the trunk of the tree. She hides her face in her hands and continues to weep, for what no one could be sure.
aravilar_holistacia 11-28-03, 12:27 AM	((How many MuPs do you have, Clare?)) Aravilar was at a loss for words... He turned to Agudo. "I did it, headmaster. I cured her speech." "I also opened Tymora's ((Pandora's)) Box. I told her, Agudo! I told her everything! "What now? I have to go after her..." Aravilar said, and he used a spell to divine her location. Tracing the magic of her pendant, he flicked his wrist, appearing upon the branch next to her. "What is wrong, Clare? Why do you hurt me so? Your tears burn my eyes... Your sadness tears my heart in two."
Lady Clare Windariete 11-28-03, 12:32 AM	She looks over to him, quite surprised to see him. "It is hard to explain Aravil, though I could try, but it best I do not try right now. I thank you for coming out here with me, it means a lot." She tried to offer him a smile, but she wasn't quite able to produce it. {ooc: *hehe* I have a few... lemme think I have Rose (HeavensRose), Kaylah (HeavensRose), Flayhara Magerie, Loveah Grinarium, Lady Clare, and Leeanthra Windfall.. I think thats it ;) ... Oh yeah and Cerrinity}
aravilar_holistacia 11-28-03, 12:41 AM	"I understand what you mean... But only through speaking your mind does it become clear... You are a mystery, Clare Windariete." Aravilar put his arm around her shoulders. "No matter what it is, you can tell me. I'll wait up in this tree forever with you if that is what you need..." Aravilar looked up and down the tree limb and noted, "I hope forever is not an option... This limb is going to break before then!" Aravilar laughed, bringing a smile to the girl's face. "I wish this moment would last forever... Not even my magic can do that... But, it can last as long as the gods will it to." Aravilar mumbled a praise to Hanali Cenalil, elven goddess of love as he admired Clare's beautiful face.
Agudo Archmage 11-28-03, 02:02 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Aravilar and Clare came running by the open door to Hisime room The Headmaster was just finishing wiping the blood off the floor, from the girl who had tried to hurt herself. When Clare spoke as clear as day to Aravilar and ran off smiling from ear to ear. After a brief explanation from Aravilar on the wonders of magic and curing a sad speech impediment. But before the Headmaster could reply the Elvin mage ran off like a schoolboy in love. Agudo looked over to Hisime and winked. “You see life is work living, just look at how happy one can be when you find love.” ((OOC Agudo found a new student Hisime girl Elf who had hurt herself……Waaaaaayyyyy back on another page…. But hay trust me its easy to miss part of a post when you have such great posters like you guys burning up the boards with such wonderful action posts)) :angel:
aravilar_holistacia 11-28-03, 02:07 AM	((OOC: Thanks Agudo! It is really easy to burn up pages of board space when your are posting about something so passionate... Sorry Hisime ^_^))
LOZ 11-28-03, 03:58 PM	Hisime looked up and watched the archmage walk to her, she was abit nervous about him but then thought that people would proberly find her strange. She allowed him to heal her hand she smiled but he wouldn't see it because her hair still covered her face. Her tears had stopped and she felt slightly better but still wasn't ready to talk. She took out her notepad and traced her finger over it once again words appeared ~ Thankyou sir sorry about the mirror and the vase.~ She bowed her head and carried on writing ~Is there anything important i need to know about the rogue class?~
Khaira 11-28-03, 04:18 PM	WIth Agudo's cantrips, he can detect some kind of scrying spell, perhaps a spell that is cast through the music. Some strong magic, perhaps placed upon the harp by celestial being, is manipulated by the music. Did Khaira know about this? One can never know. As AGudo touches it, however, the harp begins to play a tune. in Agudo's mind, he seeks a great tower, and Khaira fighting against some great lich, and the harp, floating the dark recesses of some corner, playing a battle tune... For one last look, Khaira goes to her room and opens the door, looking inside. It is now bare, with no sign that she was ever there. She then goes to her classroom and begins to write on the board. She closes the door. The message states: "The bard is within you, 'tis not something I can teach. Find that spirit, that free will inside of you, and your talents shall come forth." "It was a good time...but all things must end, just as all lives must die...Such is time." Finally, Khaira ventures outside and whistles sharply. Out of the blue skies, her Roc comes soaring down...before it can even land, Khaira jumps, grabs the saddle horn, and vaults herself up to the saddle, sitting now. Swiftwing, her ever-faithful Roc, soars up into the blue sky. An avid watcher can see Khaira holding a sowrd up int he sky as she yells something. In the air is now scrawled a message: "Fare thee well, School of Light and Magic. Remember me!" And with that...Khaira is gone.
kulideb 11-28-03, 04:41 PM	Kulideb looked up, it was hard to see to much of the sky through the branches of the tall trees, but she did make out a shape of a large bird. She watched it till it disapeared. She looked back to Brad. "I'm going to see if I can use a shadow jump to find Branth, clime on if you want to come too."
Lady Clare Windariete 11-28-03, 05:40 PM	Originally posted by aravilar_holistacia "I understand what you mean... But only through speaking your mind does it become clear... You are a mystery, Clare Windariete." Aravilar put his arm around her shoulders. "No matter what it is, you can tell me. I'll wait up in this tree forever with you if that is what you need..." Aravilar looked up and down the tree limb and noted, "I hope forever is not an option... This limb is going to break before then!" Aravilar laughed, bringing a smile to the girl's face. "I wish this moment would last forever... Not even my magic can do that... But, it can last as long as the gods will it to." Aravilar mumbled a praise to Hanali Cenalil, elven goddess of love as he admired Clare's beautiful face. She smiles to Aravilar, "You are to kind to me. I am a mystery to you? I guess I would be as we had only just met each other. You may ask what you want to know of me, though there are something things that will cause my emotions to become strong." By this she had meant crying, anger, and frustration. She looks around the area and waits for his question, if he has any.
aravilar_holistacia 11-28-03, 05:56 PM	Aravilar smiled again, grasping Clare's hand. "I love you. I am not afraid to say that, now... Agudo knows about this... And he gave it his blessing." Aravilar winked and said, "Now I have to explain to him why half the forest around the school is saturated with spellfire and time-fluxes! D'you see what I have to do to get you to love me? Aravilar sat for a good five or so minutes, and he then turned back to Clare. "I have no questions... I said it myself: What's in the past is past, and what's in the future is our lives." Noticing the sun creeping ever lower in the sky, Aravilar spoke, "Look! The sunset! "I'm glad I don't have to spend this one alone..."
Lady Clare Windariete 11-28-03, 06:55 PM	She smiles as he grasps her hand, "No one has ever done such or even said anything remotely like that to me before. I am not sure how to feel, but happiness. Forgive me if I cannot say the same to you as it may take time for me to get use to having someone, even a man, be so gentle and kind with me." She looks toward the sunset, "It is quite beautiful, isn't it? I never got to see one before..."
aravilar_holistacia 11-28-03, 07:10 PM	Aravilar rolled his eyes, and looked up into the skies... "She seeks to tell me about time, Lord," Aravilar said, apparently to the god Labelas Enoreth, elven god of time. He looked back at Clare. "What do we do now? Shall we go back to the school? We must eventually face the rest of the students... Time is of my essence, not yours, however. "We can sit out here all night if that is your wish... Watch the stars rise and the sun set... Watch Selûne rise ((the moon)), and watch the stars accent her beauty? "Never, for your eyes shine like two of the fairest stars in all the heavens. Never would I wish to remove mine eyes, my time-cursed eyes from your own." Aravilar smiled again, and looked out upon the school, which was but a few minutes behind them. "Do you dread returning there?"
HeavensRose 11-29-03, 05:14 AM	She smiles to him, "Staying out here would be nice." She follows his gaze to the school and sighs, "No, I do not dread going back there for what happened. I dread the others... will they be as warm and welcoming as you, Agudo, and Elvina have been? I still fear slavery even though I am free. I fear my old masters coming back and haunting me as two have done so far. There are ten left that may come back for me..." She looks out into the darkness of the woods with a shiver.
firelizard Brad 11-29-03, 09:49 AM	Brad gives a little hop fly and lands on her shoulder. *Chirp* (Ready!)
Agudo Archmage 11-29-03, 10:00 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Agudo looks down at Hisime and smiles. “Well now its good to see you talking, Do me favor, go down to the Cathedral of Light and talk to Lady Hoot. Trust me some times having another woman, listen to you can be a great help.” He stands and looks at the broken shards of glass. He barely moves his hand and like magic… as well as being…the shards disappear back in one peace.
LOZ 11-29-03, 12:10 PM	Hisime began to shake at the site of the mirror and slowly puts her finger over the paper again she writes ~please remove the...~ She pointed at the mirror and once again the tears came,not that Agudo would notice because her hair still covered her face. She then wrote ~i will go to see lady hoot.~ She walked off her head bowed.
Agudo Archmage 11-29-03, 10:32 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The Headmaster read the note, and thought about her unnatural dislike of her face. But did as Hisime asked, and with a flash of blue and white swirling lights, made the mirror vanish to another room. Lady Hoot was just saying good by, to the last of the parishioners at the Cathedral of Light. She waited patiently for Hisime, knowing Agudo had sent her, by insight from the Light.
Gene_Kynes 11-30-03, 12:28 AM	(( Saving a spot for a later post. I've been faaaar behind, sorry!))
kulideb 11-30-03, 06:33 AM	The small elf allowed Brad to climb up back on to her shoulder. She allowed her mind to empty and her body to relax, then she focused on the shadows and tensed up. She half fell and half stepped forward. The world blured then settled back in to colours of purple and black. The tall graceful shadowtops had been replaced by twisted deformed black trees. "Make sure you hold on tight," she said to Brad. Now all she had to do was to try and focus in on Branth.
Demonwise 11-30-03, 02:58 PM	A shadow slid over the school and the ground around it, and all was covered in the gloom of dusk. The ominous darkness did not fade or shiver, but stayed still, weighing down on everybody's shoulders. Then, suddenly, eight drow stepped from over a hill and onto the darkened field, their eyes gleaming with expectations of murder and blood. They had come to redeem themselves in their goddess eyes, and to that, they must serve her by killing this ever glowing torch of hope. "Agudo!" the front drow roared, loud enough for all to hear it. He was clad in a light armour, and was bringing two scimitars, in dark scabbards. "Come out of your damned cathedral, and meet the fate of Errdeghar'bekea! You shall die, penetrated by my blade, o mage of light!"
aravilar_holistacia 11-30-03, 04:20 PM	She smiles to him, "Staying out here would be nice." She follows his gaze to the school and sighs, "No, I do not dread going back there for what happened. I dread the others... will they be as warm and welcoming as you, Agudo, and Elvina have been? I still fear slavery even though I am free. I fear my old masters coming back and haunting me as two have done so far. There are ten left that may come back for me..." She looks out into the darkness of the woods with a shiver. Aravilar said, "If they are anything like that first one, I can see a dark and dreary future for all of them..." A shadow slid over the school and the ground around it, and all was covered in the gloom of dusk. The ominous darkness did not fade or shiver, but stayed still, weighing down on everybody's shoulders. Then, suddenly, eight drow stepped from over a hill and onto the darkened field, their eyes gleaming with expectations of murder and blood. They had come to redeem themselves in their goddess eyes, and to that, they must serve her by killing this ever glowing torch of hope. "Agudo!" the front drow roared, loud enough for all to hear it. He was clad in a light armour, and was bringing two scimitars, in dark scabbards. "Come out of your damned cathedral, and meet the fate of Errdeghar'bekea! You shall die, penetrated by my blade, o mage of light!" Aravilar noticed an ominous cloud approaching the school. He cast a minor spell, which determined the magical potential of an object... The shadow continued to grow. "I must away to the school, my love," he said to Clare. "Come with me... I will see to this shadowy omen." Clare put her arms around Aravilar's neck and held on as Aravilar, for the fifth time in as many days, flicked his wrist and transported himself and Clare to the school's Eastern Tower. "Stay here... I'll be back soon. Here: take my moonblade. It has a mantle of protection upon it and its wielder... I have my own. It will protect you from any threat... If you wish, press the pommel gem, here...." Aravilar showed Clare the ruby, "...and the blade will fight for you." Aravilar gave Clare a good-bye kiss, leaving her alone in the tower chamber. -------------------- Aravilar walked out the front doors of the school, eyeing the eight drow. "Is there something I can do for you, N'Tel'Quessir? If you wish to challenge the lord Agudo, you must go through me first. "I assure you, you won't live to see another sunset. I am Aravilar Holistacia, Chosen of Mystra and master of spellfire! I am your death, Mori'Quess!"
LOZ 11-30-03, 05:00 PM	Hisime makes her way to the cathedral of light. As she walks in she sees lady Hoot. Was it time to speak of her curse? Hisime walked over to lady Hoot she looked at her through her hair. "It's time to talk"she mumbled it had been ages since she had spoken her voice once sweet now was hoarce. She stood up straight "i want you to see"she said she concentrated hard staring into lady Hoots eyes, she hoped it was working that lady hoot could see Hisime's past: There was a small little elf girl singing on a wall passers by commenting on how lovely it was and pretty she was. Then the next image was of a stormy day this time the elf girl was older there was a man with her.The elf girl spoke "Dad why carn't we help mother?" "she is full of hate her heart turned black many years ago, ive tried and tried but you must leave"He replied tears rolling down his face. "I...I must leave alone?" "Yes "he answered He put her on a horse and off she rode. For many years she hid in a forest. But one night she heard a whispher in the air she knew who's voice it was it was her mothers,She knew not though what it meant. the next image was of the elf again but now you could tell it was Hisime her skin was pale and her hair had grown long but her face was still shown. She was riding to a village when she met a young handsome man. When thier eyes met they fell in love, but as they did the young mans heart turned cold and that was it he died. The last image was of Hisime covering her face with her long black hair. Hisime wasn't sure whether Lady Hoot saw the images or not, but her concentration failed. She fell to the floor and screamed tears rolling down her cheeks. "Cursed" She screamed "Cursed!"
Demonwise 11-30-03, 05:32 PM	"Only ignorants steal another man's honour! Let Agudo fight for himself, or at least, choose you to fight by his side, if he needs your company," the drow spoke, not at all intimidated.
Lady Clare Windariete 11-30-03, 05:51 PM	She watches him leave and then looks to the sword. What is going on? I am not strong enough to go see if there is a fight, especially in this school... but I just cannot sit here either. Forgive me Aravilar.....she thinks quietly to herself. She runs with the sword in hand to where all the commotion is. Finally she spots Aravilar and the drow. She walks up to the drow, "I have never seen one of you before."
Demonwise 11-30-03, 06:04 PM	"Silence, or it will be your last you see!" he says, and the drow behind him nods their agreement. They are each wielding powerful weapons, whips and swords hanging by their belts.
Lady Clare Windariete 11-30-03, 06:16 PM	She looks at him, quite frightened, but at the same time curious of the creatures. He did not say anything about not touching, so she went over to one of the drow and touched their skin.
Demonwise 11-30-03, 06:18 PM	The woman drow brought the whip from her belt in a fluid movement, and with a flash of the wyrm heads, it struck down on Clare, slamming her to the side. The sting of the whip, was beyond any Clare had felt, even in her life as slave. The woman remained stoic, oblivious to the pain inflicted on the human. "Keep your eyes down!" Litthual roared, the front drow.
ruthia 11-30-03, 06:18 PM	Another set of eyes watch this scene in front of the school. Not interfering, just watching, knowing full well Agudo could deal with this problem himself, but prepared to step in if need be. Always watching, a friend of Agudo's, prepared to jump in if need be. **************************************** *********** Meanwhile: Brad hangs on VERY tightly.
Lady Clare Windariete 11-30-03, 06:22 PM	She falls down in pain and whimpers softly. She quickly averts her eyes downward and scoots back against a wall, though now even her back hurts her other marks now begining to hurt.
Demonwise 11-30-03, 06:25 PM	The drow does not pay her any attention, save mocking giggles. Litthual steps out, ignoring the fighter in front of him. "This was one of the students! Come here, or I shall take the rest as well! The underdark could need some slaves, or some filthy human to fill our harems!"
aravilar_holistacia 11-30-03, 06:34 PM	THAT'S IT! "You have insulted my honor, Lord Drow, and now you will pay! I will drain that dark blood from your eyes and let you watch!" Aravilar summoned his silver fire and roasted the Drow fighters, leaving them badly singed. "You want a piece of me?" "Clare, go inside, now! Go!" he said. "As for you bastards, you just opened up a bad book, and its end is your death!"
aravilar_holistacia 11-30-03, 06:35 PM	"I will teach you true pain," Aravilar said. "Clare is my life, and my love. You have just sealed you fates!"
aravilar_holistacia 11-30-03, 06:37 PM	"Are you too afraid to fight me, you filth?"
aravilar_holistacia 11-30-03, 06:47 PM	"That's right! I insult you and your House, filth! What say you? Fight me like a true warrior, and don't allow the innocent to suffer, you mindless pig." Aravilar fired another blast of silver fire into the crowd of Drow. "Whatever you have against Agudo, you have against me. Until I am defeated, you will never lay a hand upon neither Clare nor Agudo." ((OOC: Are you dead yet? I think two blasts of Mystra's silver fire is enough to take out a small village.... More than enough to take out eight drow.))
Agudo Archmage 11-30-03, 09:40 PM	((OOC Well now who do we have here, but the evil Avatar of my once redeemed student Sanctus. In Drow form that is, to do battle with the Light…….SO BE IT! Never the less the rules on school grounds are simple no blood letting will be done in this story……Sooooo What to do?….Ah yes!….Sanctus has his own humble abode near the school called L'naut'kyn…Hay its his story name! Anyway its on the MOP boards and that where this battle shall be….Join me there if you will)) Agudo was just walking down the hall, to the Wizards tower. When a lovely young Genie came running up, saying Drow have come for the Headmaster himself. Agudo spoke in warm fatherly voice. “Don’t worry my young student everything will be alright, remember we are of the Light. And the Light always shall vanquish the darkness.” With that the Archmage of Light snapped his fingers ands with a swirl of blue and white light appeared in front of the Drow. Seeing Aravilar, Agudo nodded his head to his friend; and then turned an spoke to the evil Drow. “I am Agudo the Headmaster of this school, and Archmage of the Light. I do not care why you are here, but know this…Nothing is hidden from the Light! Not even your dark hearts and its desire. So if you wish to fight, then we shall, but not here.” The Archmage of Light walked up to the head drow, nose to nose, then spoke. “I know Drow have some magic resistance, but you don’t get the title of Archmage for not knowing how to over come such things.” Agudo did not bat an eye, nor say a word, but magical energy began to swirl around the group of Drow and Archmages. In fact the magic didn’t touch the Drow, instead it reached into the ground; and lifted a thirty foot slab of dirt from under them. It carried the whole group to the near by forest. ((OOC DM POWER HERE…No fighting on school grounds….Those who want to fight go to MOP boards look for L'naut'kyn story)) ((ALSO AGUDO IS STILL IN THE SCHOOL, WE SHALL CONTINUE AS IF THIS BATTLE HAS ALREADY TAKEN PLACE.... THAT WAY YOU CAN BE IN BOTH STORIES)) :angel:
aravilar_holistacia 11-30-03, 09:56 PM	Aravilar, seeing the Drow be transported away, thanked Agudo and turned to Clare. He ran over to her and helped her to her feet. She cried out in pain and fell back to the ground, slumped against the school walls. "Are you alright?" Aravilar said. He kissed Clare, sending a wave of healing spellfire through his lips and past hers. "That's better, right?" Aravilar said, smiling. "I'm not going to follow Agudo.... I will allow him the pleasure of killing those N'Tel'Quessir. I want to make sure you are safe. "Why did you run off like that? You could have been killed or worse!" Aravilar began, but he noticed Clare beginning to cry. "Shhhhh.... Don't cry. I understand what you were doing... Hells, I'd do the same!" Aravilar kissed Clare again, and the two held such a pose for what seemed like an hour before several students came running out of the school's front doors. Aravilar scowled up at the students before turning back to Clare. "Let's go back inside... I'll take you to your room. Agudo has me teaching some bardic magic today, in the Bard classes. If you're feeling up to it, come down!" Aravilar flicked his wrist (which was getting swollen from all the teleporting he had been doing) and the duo arrived in Clare's bedroom. Aravilar had, however, arranged a surprise for Clare: When the two appeared, the room was filled bouquets of roses; roses in vases, rose petals upon the floor, and roses on the desk and armoire. "Come down when you're ready, okay?" Aravilar said, before kissing her good-bye. He held out his hand, and his moonblade appeared, which he put back into its scabbard. "Comes in handy, ya know?" he said with a wink. He turned towards the door, and began to leave. ((OOC: Thanks for using your executive authority, Agudo... I had a feeling they weren't going to listen to my silver fire, anyway.))
Khaira 11-30-03, 10:00 PM	Agudo seems to hear a harp playing in the distance. Where is it coming? From his office? The music of the harp seems to echo through the school, the music seems to be calm and happy and yet, at the same time, sad and full of memory at the same time...
Lady Clare Windariete 11-30-03, 10:02 PM	Clare looked around the room in surprise at all the beautiful flowers, "Aravilar, you know I am not of royalty nor do I deserve such things. I am a mere human, that is all." She looked to him as he started to leave, "Bardic you say? I am a Bard by nature, but I do not feel well enough to join you tonight. Perhaps another, to much has gone on in so little time. I must think on it before I do anything else or begin my classes. Though I fear going to those as well.." She sighs and goes to lay down on her bed. "Thank you Aravilar, thank you for what you've done for me." She then lays her head down on her pillow and closes her eyes.
aravilar_holistacia 11-30-03, 10:14 PM	"Being not of noble birth and being merely human is what makes you you, Clare," Aravilar said from the door. "I am not of nobility myself... I was adopted by it. My Uncle, Oriseus, was noble... When my parents were killed..." Aravilar trailed off. "You know what?" Clare looked up. "I'm not leaving." "I'll sit right here," Aravilar gestured to a chair, "and I will watch you sleep... Can't have any bad dreams if there's someone to protect you..." "The classes will have to teach themselves, tonight. I don't think I'll be able to sleep, with you in your mental state.... "I didn't tell you about that pendant, did I?" Aravilar asked, as he moved the chair towards the window. "The wizard Rary either? A spell of his own making, a telepathic bonding spell. I made your pendant special, you know.... And mine...." Aravilar pulled a similar amulet off of his neck, except the gem inside the pendant's cage was a diamond instead of an emerald. "Thought I'd keep you safer than you might think..." Aravilar sighed and stared out at the slowly darkening sky. "I suppose we have only the future to dread now...."
Lady Clare Windariete 11-30-03, 10:19 PM	"Please do not let me keep you here. I thank you for the protection, it offers much needed comfort. Just curious, what did you mean by 'my mental state'?" She does not sit up while she speaks, but lays there on her side looking at him.
Agudo Archmage 11-30-03, 10:22 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Agudo was just returning to his office, when the sound of music filled the hallway. “Now who could be in my office?” He opens the door and sees off in the corner the harp, that Khaira had given him. “Well the classic magical musical harp, playing a song.” He sits in his office chair and lays back to listen to the melody. ****** Lady Hoot was very patient as she watched the history of Hisime, unfold before her. Then when Hisime started cry, Lady Hoot spoke. “I can see that you believe that you are cursed, and that this curse killed the man you love. Yet I wonder if you have been deceived, by manipulation rather than a curse. For I can look at you and others as well and not die. Never the less you have been convinced you can kill with your looks….. Tell me exactly what you saw before, during and after his death.”
Khaira 11-30-03, 10:34 PM	The harp's music transports Agudo, in his mind, to a place far away. Khaira is walking...she stops...ghosts surround her. She slices and fights, but to no avail ...her swords merely go through the ghosts' transparent bodies. One touches her and in a scream of horror, pain, and dying she drops her swords....she seems to be dying, as a scream fills Agudo's mind. And then Agudo sees Khaira again, flying on Swiftwing, her roc, humming a tune....then he sees himself, on a pegasus, as well as Gene with Khaira on her Roc, as well as others...they are flying through the desert. What is this? Past? Present? Or Future?\
aravilar_holistacia 11-30-03, 10:35 PM	"You can't force me out that easily," Aravilar said without looking away from the stars. "Your mind is full of a jumble of thoughts, right now," Aravilar said, eyeing a particular star. He moved his fingers up and positioned them in an awkward position about that star. "I don't want you to fear what they may tell you. "They may tell you what you don't want to hear." Aravilar looked over his shoulder and grinned. "You think I haven't had the same problem? After Mystra flooded my body with her silver fire, I was asleep for days. I was given quite a rude awakening by a certain dream larvae...." Aravilar turned about. "Do you love me, Clare? That is what my sleep asks me each night. That's the final barrier between my heart and yours... You haven't actually admitted it yet! Reverie to the Elves, you know, is sleep to humans. Only when an elf is seriously wounded does he sleep. And I have not had Reverie... I've slept! I am wounded, Clare. Wounded by many things... and one is you. Your beauty, your mind, your heart... "You know, that pendant you have? It's really a special thing... Look deeper into the emerald..." Clare obliged, peering into the depths of the gem. She saw a swirl of green and silver colors, and when she looked up, Aravilar's eyes were swirling in the same manner. "A portion of my life essence is in that gem. Actually... the portion I gave you was my most powerful spell... The spell given to me by my Uncle. A permanent telepathic bond spell. You hold the key to me, you know. "A key worth many lives, or worth this school's weight in electrum. You hold the key to my heart, now. "So? What is your answer? I need to rest now... More than ever. Only through you will I gain peace tonight. Do you love me, Clare Windariete?"
Lady Clare Windariete 12-01-03, 01:14 PM	She looks over at him with a warm smile, "Yes of course I do, how could I not?" She looks down at the pendent again and gently touches it, she looks back up at him still smiling. She sighs happily and then lays her head down on the pillow, "Aravilar? Do you mind if I rest? You're welcome to stay if you'd like for I do not mind. However, if you have business elsewhere or need your rest you may go take care of that instead." She could control herself no longer, she buried her face in her pillows and cried, her cry obviously in pain.
aravilar_holistacia 12-01-03, 06:18 PM	((OOC: I am going to begin to number the chapters in my posts. Please help me in this quest... I plan to begin to compile a fan fiction about this thread! Every couple pages or so, I will begin the next chapter, creating a title based upon what may happen in the coming pages... Or maybe, the title will be a witticism or quote, I dunno.... Again, I will be numbering the chapters of this thread, so I can begin to write "The School of Light and Magic".)) Aravilar could not see any way to ease Clare's apparent distress, so he simply sat down next to her and gently kissed her head. He sat up for as long as he could.... before true sleep took him once again, and he fell to the bed, head hanging off to the side.... (The next morning....) Aravilar awoke with a start. He sat up quickly, and looked about. He saw that the sun had just begun to rise, its glowing fires still barely hovering over the trees. Clare was still sleeping, an angel of innocence, as always. Aravilar had fallen asleep on her feet! He got up slowly, and walked out of her room as quickly as possible, before which he placed a kiss on her forehead. Outside in the hallway, he met no soul as he hastily went down the hall. He turned, and went down the stone steps into the entrance hall of the school. Elvina was nowhere to be found, and Aravilar assumed she was still asleep. He moved silently to his classroom, and he began to set up his room for his first class. He cast several minor cantra, lighting some candles and stirring up the air around the room. "This place smells like it's never been used... So much dust!" he said. The sun continued to rise over the school's spires, and the first rays of light entered through the stained glass windows of Aravilar's classroom. The beams of light shone down upon one of Aravilar's favorite items... The pearlescent stone glimmered and sparkled in the sunlight, and Aravilar got up from his desk to inspect the gem's facets. "They are still in good alignment..." he noted. He took the gem and placed it into a metal contraption at the front of the classroom. The machine began to hum slightly. Aravilar sat back down at his desk and leaned back in the chair. Suddenly, his pendant reacted strongly, almost throwing him out of the seat. "Ahh..." Aravilar said, "She is awake."
Lady Clare Windariete 12-01-03, 11:52 PM	She sits up looking around and notices it is morning already. She stands up and begins her normal routine of showering and combs her long hair (which takes an hour and a half). Standing she realized how hungry she was, she held her stomach as it growled. She winces and slowly heads down to the area where she had seen others eating the other day. Clare was still not sure of the men here and as she passed one she stayed far from him as possible. She stayed far from the others as well but not so far.
aravilar_holistacia 12-02-03, 12:08 AM	Aravilar stood up and, before his first class began (which was in about an hour), he walked up of his room, following the trail of magic left by Clare's emerald pendant. He found her in the refectory, where several students were taking their morning meals. "Good morning, Clare," Aravilar said as he took a seat next to her. "Sleep well? How's your feet? I..." Aravilar stopped himself from saying it, that he had fallen asleep at her feet. Aravilar looked around hungrily and said, "What can I get to eat here? I'm starved... Hold on here for a bit, I'll be back in just a second." He literally meaned a second. A second later, he appeared again, holding a tray of breakfast foods. "Here we are..." Aravilar said, reveling in his flashy appearance. He seemed quite sure of himself and he began to talk fervently. "Yea, my new classes start sometime today... I think they begin in about an hour, and I have to teach..." Aravilar continued to drone on, while Clare ate. She was half-listening, half-admiring Aravilar's personality and he continued to talk and laugh, oblivious to her apparant admiration. Aravilar stopped his commentary, and looked down at his plate. "I guess I haven't been too open lately, have I? What do you want to talk about?" She gave him a curious stare, and Aravilar took that as a "be silent" look. He shrugged his shoulders and kept eating. "You know... About last night, I-" he began, but Clare held her finger up to his lips. She opened her mouth to say something:
Lady Clare Windariete 12-02-03, 12:15 AM	She smiles, "You need not worry about last night. Let us eat and enjoy the silence between us, for silence is a wonderous thing and much could be learned from such silence. As many have quoted, silence is golden." She finished eating and looked around at the others while they ate. As some sat near them she edged closer to Aravilar, unsure of everyone else around them.
Agudo Archmage 12-02-03, 12:23 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The Headmaster knew that Lady Hoot was with Hisime, so he went down the dinning hall for something to eat. He smelled all the wonderful exotic foods, and decided to go over to Hobbit cooking area; and try some short bread and eggs for starter. Then latter maybe he’d try some of the Dwarven cooks, pound cake. “Good morning students” He said to all as he walked by, looking for a place to sit
Lady Clare Windariete 12-02-03, 12:24 AM	Seeing Agudo she waves with a big grin toward him, "Over here Agudo!"
Agudo Archmage 12-02-03, 12:33 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley “Why hello Clare, I see you and Aravilar, have found a nice place to eat. Thank you for letting me join.” The Headmaster puts the tray of food down, as he says a respectful prayer to the Light and takes a few bights. “I was just in my office and this wonderful harp that Khaira left me. It was playing music for me, I believe it’s magical. For it was showing me things of the past, with Khaira. She and I had a few adventures together, dealing with Liches. It seems to want me to relive those things through its music.” Agudo snaps his fingers and the Harp appears on the table. He takes a few more bites then continues. “ I wonder who made this harp and why it seek to show me the life of my former Bard teacher at this school.”
Khaira 12-02-03, 12:40 AM	As the harp is summoned, it begins to play a tune once again, seemingly by itself. It is a tune of history and reminiscient happiness and simplicity...the tune switches to a spooky tune, and then to a kind of funeral tune... Agudo is once again entranced by it and he sees Khaira again...he sees her, in a dark room, dimly lit, putting the last strings on a harp. Perhaps this harp. She is in black robes, with intricate symbols drawn upon it. Evil of some sort seems to emanate from her and as she puts her handson the harp, her lifeforce seems to go into it. In an instant, her black robes are shed, replaced by her bard outfit. Once again, Agudo sees Khaira surrounded by ghosts, fighting that losing battle, dying, breathing her last breath...As abruptly as it had begun, the song ends.
aravilar_holistacia 12-02-03, 12:42 AM	"Milord Agudo! Over here!" Aravilar called out to him. As Agudo came over to them, Aravilar turned back to Clare. "You know I can't have silence. Silence is my antithesis, ya know. "You knew about last night? I was trying to make sure you didn't... I was sure you didn't know!" Aravilar looked thoughtful for a moment, and then a look of awe came over him. "The pendant, but of course. I have been fooled by my own magic! I get it now: the pendants really have locked our minds and hearts, huh?" "I think last night was a bad thing..." Aravilar said uneasily. He slid closer to Clare, their hips almost touching. "I am an elf! I do not sleep. I trance. I think I detached that part of me in the pendant..." Agudo was walking ever closer. "I wanted to keep you safe, and I dishonored myself. Sleep! It's a foreign concept. Well, I guess it's all for love." Aravilar chuckled, slipping an arm around her waist. "I lose my trance, and gain sleep. And I lose more of my elven nature so I can be with you..." Aravilar leaned over and planted a kiss upon her cheek. He held out his hand, and a bouquet of flowers appeared; blues, reds, and yellows clashed with Clare's grey robes. "Thought it'd be a nice touch." He pulled a fairly large blue flower out of the bouquet and he slipped it behind her ear. "Nice touch." Agudo approached, and Aravilar offered him a seat.
Cerrinity 12-02-03, 10:45 AM	:rolleyes:
Lady Clare Windariete 12-02-03, 10:46 AM	She smiles to Aravilar, "You are full of surprises!" She lightly fingered the flower behind her ear and smiles. "I do not worry of last night and would not think a man like you would take advantage." When Agudo sits she smiles to him, "Greetings Agudo! I hope you as well, sleeped soundly last night. I know I did..." Her voice didn't sound like she did, for her dreams still haunt her and betray her.
aravilar_holistacia 12-02-03, 11:41 AM	Aravilar just could not stop smiling! Everything was going great in his life, now; he finally had reached a point in his life where he could say, "You know, Clare, I don't think I've ever been happier in my life!" Aravilar said out loud. He opened his mouth to say more, but was stopped by the playing harp. "Agudo, do you think the harp is playing the past, or present, or perhaps even the future? You know, I could do a bit of research on it... I am a Chronomancer, you know. Wouldn't it be a good first research project for me?" Aravilar turned back to Clare. "It means a lot to hear you say that. Ever since..." Aravilar trailed off, and Clare did not pursue the matter. Aravilar looked wistfully at Clare before he regained his composure. "Well... My classes can't teach themselves, you know. I'll just take this harp back to the classroom, and probably put a couple charms on it. Good day, headmaster," Aravilar said to Agudo, and he turned to Clare. "See you later, okay?" Aravilar kissed Clare before he got up and headed for his classroom. As he got closer to his classroom, the harp began to play itself again, this time playing a mysterious tune ((Think (at least, I am): The music at Memoria, in Final Fantasy 9)). The harp's tune intrigued Aravilar, who, upon reaching his classroom door, entered and placed the harp on a desk at the classroom's front. It continued to play. Aravilar cast a special spell, taught to him by a bard of some renown; Storm Silverhand used this spell once to check out the haunting tunes inside Aravilar's own castle. The spell settled over the harp, and Aravilar sat down, finally prepared for his first class. ((OOC: Agudo! I will need some students to be in the class beside nameless NPCs, you know? ^_^))
Cerrinity 12-02-03, 11:53 AM	She smiles to Agudo, "Thank you for bringing me back here, its been ... interesting so far. I know I will enjoy the bardic classes, I haven't had a chance to go to the class yet. I'm still dealing with everything you know? Everything seems... well.. I don't know how to explain it. I hope you are not mad at me Agudo. Oh, do you think I could join Aravilar's class?" She smiles at the thought and grins even bigger to Agudo. ooc: wrong person.. oh well ;)
aravilar_holistacia 12-02-03, 02:32 PM	Aravilar looked around the classroom at his students who were presently filling the room. Three bells rang, signaling the start of the class. Aravilar looked around anxiously for Clare, but she was nowhere to be found. "Hope she's not going to be late..." thought Aravilar. Aravilar stood and donned his grey cloak. He raised his hands to quiet the class, and he began his introductions. "I am Spell-Major Aravilar Holistacia, from the Elven city of Myth Drannor. Welcome to Advanced Arcane Theory, students." The class murmured their greetings. "In this class, we will be studying many things," Aravilar explained. He waved his hand over the front row of desks, and a leather bound book appeared upon each student's desk. "Our class curriculum can be viewed at the front of the book..." He pointed to the first page. "History of Magic, Ancient Netheril, Ancient Cormanthyr, Ancient Calimshan, and more. Magic's secrets, and magic's details. The nature of spells, and the mechanics of the Art. "I understand some of you may be mages, some practitioners of sorcery, and still others who are merely curious. Let it be said now: You are in this class to learn advanced arcana. Divine magic is not what I am here to teach." Aravilar motioned to the books, the pages of which turned to the first page of learning. Upon this first page was the chapter title, "Lord Karsus and the High Magic of Netheril". Aravilar motioned to the candles, whose flames dimmed somewhat, allowing the sunlight to fill the room slightly more. "Let us begin, now. As I'm sure you know, Karsus was..." Although his mouth was moving, and words being spoken, his mind strayed to the harp... and to Clare. Where *is* that girl? he thought.
Lady Clare Windariete 12-02-03, 03:51 PM	She frowns realizing she will be late if Agudo had let her join, "Please Agudo if you don't mind, I would like to go ahead and sit in on his class. If you feel that I don't belong there, please let me know. I don't like to be late to my classes sir." She smiles and stands up, "Forgive me for leaving you in a hurry, perhaps some other time we can sit and talk without worry of time." She gives a slight curtsy to him then places her trash in a trash can. Not long after she runs to Aravilar's class. Smiling she walks into the room and sees Aravilar standing at the head of the class. Her cheeks turn a crimson color as she realizes that had already begun class. Clare mouthed the words, I'm sorry to him and found a seat. Upon sitting she accidently sat down on her hair, "Ouch!" Her face, once again turning a slight red colour she sighs, stands up, then adjusts her hair so it doesn't interfere next time she sits. During this she doesn't make eye contact with anyone and seems to ignore anyone's glance.
Khaira 12-02-03, 03:54 PM	Originally posted by aravilar_holistacia As he got closer to his classroom, the harp began to play itself again, this time playing a mysterious tune ((Think (at least, I am): The music at Memoria, in Final Fantasy 9)). The harp's tune intrigued Aravilar, who, upon reaching his classroom door, entered and placed the harp on a desk at the classroom's front. It continued to play. Aravilar cast a special spell, taught to him by a bard of some renown; Storm Silverhand used this spell once to check out the haunting tunes inside Aravilar's own castle. The spell settled over the harp, and Aravilar sat down, finally prepared for his first class. ((OOC: Agudo! I will need some students to be in the class beside nameless NPCs, you know? ^_^)) ((Um, excuse me? Don't you think you should ask someone's permission before you just grab the harp? most notably, *my* character's harp, the harp that was left in Agudo's hands, and begin to place charms and all kidns of spells on it??))
aravilar_holistacia 12-02-03, 04:27 PM	((OOC: Sent a PM to you, Khaira. Also, read on: the harp is not in my possession.)) Clare walked into the classroom as Aravilar began to speak about the Nether Scrolls. He smiled and motioned her to a seat before continuing. -------------------- The class ended in about an hour with the fourth chime from the cathedral. Aravilar, hearing this, said, "Good day class! Read in your spellbooks about Karsus and Mystryl tonight." The class began to disperse, and Aravilar noticed Clare still in her seat. "Can't get enough of my class, can you?" he asked. "Don't worry about being late... I know how Agudo can just talk on, and on..." Aravilar said, laughing. He turned to his desk, wondering if the spell he'd put on the harp had worked yet. The harp was gone, leaving a thin layer of crystal dust on Aravilar's desk from the spell he'd cast. "That's odd..." Aravilar said, and he flicked his wrist, transporting to Agudo's classroom. There was the harp. "I'm not going to touch thing accursed thing anymore," Aravilar chided himself, and he flicked his wrist yet again, teleporting back to his classroom. Clare gave him a mischievious smile. "That harp is cursed, I tell you!" Aravilar said, before gathering his spellbooks and taking Clare to the cathedral.
Lady Clare Windariete 12-02-03, 04:31 PM	She looks at him when he started leading her to the cathedral, "Where are we going Aravilar? I have a few things I need to go do, so can we make this a short meeting if that is what we are doing?"
aravilar_holistacia 12-02-03, 04:38 PM	"Things? Of course, I was just going to ask you a question... But, you may go complete your "things" first. My question can wait 'til later, I assure you," Aravilar said, but his expression betrayed his true meaning. This question was not going to wait... Aravilar looked at Clare and smiled. "Go ahead; I will see you later."
Lady Clare Windariete 12-02-03, 04:47 PM	She sees the betrayal of his words in his eyes, but only smiles and curtsies to him. "Thank you.." She sprints off down the hallway and out the doors that face the woods. Looking around she sighs and cautiously nears the edge of the woods. Again, she looks behind her and to all her sides before continuing further on. She stops on seeing a huge boulder that would be perfect for sitting on. Carefully she climbs up the rock, nearly slipping twice. Reaching the top of the boulder she looks around, it was higher than she thought. She scoots to the middle of the rock, keeping away from the edges. She begins to sing a lovely tune to the animals of the woods. A song of friendship and ever lasting hope. The animals gathered around her and a few dared to come close to the boulder. Clare becoming bolder, she stands up. The wind catching her long hair and blowing behind her. She closes her eyes and continues singing, letting all her emotions flow into the song.
aravilar_holistacia 12-02-03, 05:04 PM	Aravilar sighed and watched Clare go off through the Forest Gate. "I'll never be able to ask her, you know," Aravilar said to the sky. "Sune, I can do this on my own." When Aravilar said those words, there was a whistling sound. Out of a florid portal came a woman with waist-length red hair and a flowery complexion. Aravilar raised his eyebrows and said, "I figured you would show yourself sooner or later, Cupid." The woman had a curious look on her face as Aravilar called her "Cupid". "Cupid am I not, but Sune I may be," the woman said, her hair slightly fluttering without a breeze. The goddess Sune, the goddess of love and beauty, shook her hair and said, "It's for your own good. You asked me to find you someone; I found you someone." Aravilar opened his mouth to speak, but he shut it abruptly. A group of students was walking towards the cathedral. The goddess smiled and said, "Aravilar, you are talking to yourself again." The goddess was invisible to all but Aravilar. "Well, I must be going. When you have asked for her hand in marriage, I will return with a gift... It is fitting and proper to bring a gift, as I'm sure you know..." The florid portal opened once again, and Aravilar began to protest. As the goddess left, Aravilar pouted. "She expects the world of me! Not even Mystra, praise be to her, is this demanding!" Aravilar regretted the words even before he said them, for a woman's laughter could be heard, far off in the distance, in the depths of his mind. The visage of the goddess Mystra appeared briefly in his mind before he physically shook his head to the left and right, clearing his mind of that thought. Aravilar began to walk purposefully towards the forest, knowing full well what would happen if he kept his mouth shut much longer.
Lady Clare Windariete 12-02-03, 05:10 PM	Finally finishes her song, she looks around and then down to the ground. She soon kneeled down and frowns, "This is to high..." A squirrel began to chatter to her and she nods, "Thank you." She looks down at the ten feet below her and yells out, "Aravilar....!!" Quickly she sat back down in the middle of the rock, shivering from fright of the heights.
aravilar_holistacia 12-02-03, 05:22 PM	"Aravilar....!!" called a voice, and Aravilar immediately willed himself to the point where his name was called. He almost broke his neck. His feet landed upon a boulder's edge, and he plummeted ten feet into a stream. His face, hair, and clothes were soaked, and he got up silently and said, "Who called?" Clare laughed for almost five minutes after Aravilar brought her down from the boulder as Aravilar cast many minor spells, trying to dry his soaked clothes and boots. "You *had* to call me from atop a river," Aravilar said with a grin.
Lady Clare Windariete 12-02-03, 05:26 PM	She smiles and hugs him tightly, "Well, I didn't realize how high up I was until I looked down. I guess I should stay away from heights. Anyway, so what.. pray tell.. were you doing in the woods as well?" she looks to him curiously.
aravilar_holistacia 12-02-03, 05:40 PM	"You called me, remember? That's a Chosen of Mystra routine... Whenever a person calls your name out, you hear it, anywhere in the world. You called, I used up a spell to come here. "I could ask you the same question: What were *you* doing out here? You are always the timid one, and you audaciously and boldly go off into the forest alone. You were singing, I believe." Aravilar finally had gotten most of the water out of his garments and he sat upon the ground. He blinked his mismatched eyes up at Clare before he put his head down on a patch of moss and began to fall asleep.
Lady Clare Windariete 12-02-03, 05:46 PM	She smiles at Aravilar, though looks down at him curiously as he begins to fall asleep. With a slight wave of her hand the earth he lays on raises up and becomes somewhat softer. The moss grows bigger and becomes a better pillow for him. She softly begins to sing a sweet song for him, to help him rest better. Though she sings in a different language than common.
Lady Clare Windariete 12-02-03, 06:24 PM	Before she finished she grabbed Aravilar's robe and it feels like she is tugging on them, as if to wake him. When he wakes he can see that it isn't her tugging, it is her being pulled, therefore causing her to pull on his robes. Behind her stood a man with black wings and smelled of rotting vegetation. Clare quickly held her nose while speaking to what grabbed her, "Man you smell foul!" This only seemed to have made him more angry. Clare soon found out that she lost control of her body, she could not move her arms, legs, or any other part of her. "Aravilar, I can't move... why?" Her voice held the scared tone that she felt within her. Quickly, without much effort the man with the wings pushed off from the boulder and lifted Clare into the air with him. The man looks down to Aravilar, "You won't see her again." He starts to fly off.
Lucky Leprechaun 12-03-03, 12:38 AM	Lucky slowly stretched his little hands as he yawned. He must have been asleep for at least half a year or more. He puts on his little green hat and pops in his golden pipe. Then hops up, looking around the lobby on top of a mushroom. “Tis good to know nothing ever changes around this place. I wonder how be Myranthor and Malendor? Me old drinking buddies.” The raskily five inch tall man, jumps on a passing unicorn and rides her into the schools classroom section. “Now where be me teachers? Was I taking barding or underwater basket weaving? O well, nay is a good thing to stay in one class long.” Just then he eyes a class room called -Advanced Arcane Theory- . “This is me kind of place” Lucky opens the door and pats the unicorn good by and jumps over to the desk of the teacher. He reads a few paper and see a strange name. “Now who be Aravilar? I hope he don’t mind me playing with his things.” With that and a little laugh, Lucky started writing on the teachers papers.
Lucky Leprechaun 12-03-03, 12:44 AM	“Now lets see maybe I can get a good grade in the class if I be casting some of these spells. That the good teacher Aravilar has left behind in his classroom. His name sounds like Elvish to me. Oh well, tis good enough that he’s not a cat” Lucky chants a few words then holds the teachers spell parchment. “Now what tis wrong with this thing?” Lucky shakes it and a blast of magic fire singes his hat. “Nay ye fool, I me pretty hat” Lucky kicks the stack of papers on the desk, in anger. “Now how am I supposed to learn with out the teacher?”
Let me tell you a Story 12-03-03, 12:59 AM	Emeraldeyes comes to visit Agudo at his abode, in the beautiful school of his. She walks through the garden and into the lobby. “Peace and enchantment on us all, I am Emeraldeyes and I have come to see Agudo of the light. Is he in today?” She says this to whom ever is in charge.
aravilar_holistacia 12-03-03, 02:29 AM	Aravilar was half dazed as the winged, almost dragon-like creature swooped up and out of sight. He tried to use his silver fire, but the flames sputtered out. He couldn't concentrate.... After twenty minutes on the ground, Aravilar's mind was reunited with his body, and he looked around. Only the light breeze was stirring, and not even his mage-sight could detect anything. He looked about cautiously, not even sure of what he saw. Finally, after another twenty or so minutes of analyzing the area, Aravilar realized that there was nothing. "I was dreaming, I guess," the elven mage said out loud, and he looked about for Clare. Clare was nowhere to be found, so Aravilar presumed she had gone back to the school. He flicked his wrist, and so he appeared back inside his classroom. As he looked around, he saw a tiny man standing over his parchments and scrolls. "Hey! What are you doing there, perian!"
ruthia 12-03-03, 09:54 AM	((LUCKY!!!! My Favorite Leprechaun, returned from his long nap. Oh how I wish Malendor wasn't captured right now, they drinking they could do together!)) Brad chirps again, slightly frieghtened by the trees.
Lucky Leprechaun 12-03-03, 01:01 PM	[Good to be back Ruthia, bring thy boy back, and I be teaching him how to drink like a man-sized Leprechaun] Lucky was perturbed by the intrusion of the giant Elf, for the loud man made him looses his concentration. The magic he was reading from one of the scroll, was just about done, when the giant man yelled at him. Instead of an ice missiles flying from his hands, ice cubes came popping out onto the desk. “Now see what cha made me do, ye talking mountain. I don’t even have a cup of ale to put the ice in. As far as what I be doing! I need to learn some magic and the teacher is off playing with the Pixies, as far as I know.” [ Lucky is only a few inches tall so everyone is a giant to him.]
Angel Elf 12-03-03, 03:15 PM	She soars like the wind, her red hair flutering, as she lands like a dove onto the ground. With grace of angel she calmly walks towards the gates of this majestic cathedral. Without stopping she enters into the lobby and calls out in a sweet musical voice. “I seek the one called Kulideb!” All who turn can see that she is a winged elf, from the mountain lands to the north. She waits for Kulideb to be summoned.
Angel Elf 12-04-03, 01:58 AM	Angel was not used to waiting for where she came from the groundling showed proper respect. But she had a duty to fulfill and would no mater how long it took.
Golddigger Dwarf 12-04-03, 02:18 AM	They said she wouldn’t come, but I’se knows me hunt, and when I set out for something I gets it. Rocky thought to himself as he saw the Elvin woman land and walk into the school. He brushes himself off and trys to look goodly. Rocky walks in and take a birdeyes view of everything. He walks up to the receptionist Elvina and talks aways . “I is Rocky, I am not as goodly as you maybe not even close. Nay I knows it to be true, still I needs to repent of me sins. I would like to donate to the church”
kulideb 12-04-03, 04:41 AM	The elf put a hand up to Brad. "I know it all looks so diffrent, but dont worry.." A voice called out her name, it was hard to tell where it came from, she looked around but couldnt see any one else here. "Thats strange." She closed her eyes and formed a picture in her head of Branth, when she had a good image of him fixed in her mind she opened her eyes and moved forward while willing her self to be near the boy. She then tensed up her body, focused her mind back on the "real" world and steped out of the shadows. "well we are in a diffrent part of the wood." she said looking round.
Agudo Archmage 12-04-03, 09:34 AM	The Headmaster was just coming to the Lobby, when Elvina waved him over. “Why hello my enchanting friend Emeraldeyes, what brings you to my humble school?” Off to the right a winged Angel could be seen calling for Kulideb. Elvina smiled warmly at the new Elf and that told her that Kulideb was in the near by forest.
Agudo Archmage 12-04-03, 09:37 AM	Just then a Dwarf comes in to the Lobby, he speaks to Elvina about coin and sins. "Well you are in a place of Light, forgiveness is the right path back to the Light." Elvina said "Do you need a Cleric for prayer an to talk over things"
Angel Elf 12-04-03, 10:00 AM	Angel bowed and put her hand to her head. “Thank you, for your help fellow Elvin blood, we the higher people need to stand together.” She then turns walks out the large ornate door, and makes her way into the open courtyard. Angel takes flight looking for Kulideb. Angel blows on her horn, over the forest. Proclaiming her winged presence to all. After an hour she sees several people, and lands near them. One is a boy, the other, is a young Elvin woman. “Do not fear me, I seek purity, not anarchy. I have come far and seek the one called Kulideb is that you?”
Lucky Leprechaun 12-04-03, 10:08 AM	Lucky wasn’t impressed by this Slack-Jawed Elf. For all this mountain did was gap at him, and turn red. “Now me tall friend.” Lucky said as he jumped up onto Elf’s shoulder, in the classroom. “I needs to learn some magic, and I can tell by the blood vessels throbbing in thy head, it be ye who can do it” Lucky shuts the Elfs jaw and smiles
Golddigger Dwarf 12-04-03, 09:44 PM	The pretty red head spoke to him like he was a convert or something. But Rocky played along with it. “I could use a little time in the garden ,pondering the meaning of life if its ok?”
Let me tell you a Story 12-04-03, 10:16 PM	“Agudo you look well yourself, I wish this was just a social call. Yet sadly I have come to seek your advice on a few things, if you have the time my friend?” Emraldeyes gave Agudo her hand and walked with him around the school. She was most impressed with ever thing she saw. The students seem truly eager to learn, and the purity of good was everywhere. “Can we go some where private, my friend?”
Agudo Archmage 12-04-03, 11:04 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The Headmaster was enjoying the company of Emeraldeyes and took great pride in showing her the school. Yet when she asked to go somewhere private Agudo good see this was important. They walked up the flight of stairs in the Wizards tower, and entered Agudo’s office on the top floor. The office occupied the whole floor, a large brass telescope, magical items and bookshelves, took up most of the wall space. Broken up by windows of colorful stained glass. “As you can see I am quite the collector of antiques and mementoes. My lattes gifts is from a former teacher of mine” He points to the Harp sitting nicely on a table, near the bookshelves. “It play magical music that takes you back through the last owners life. But please my friend have a seat at my dining table” As she set he, poured some spiced tea and handed out some crumpets. After a few minutes of polite conversation, broached the subject. “We are alone Emeraldeyes whats troubling you.”
aravilar_holistacia 12-05-03, 01:00 AM	"Lle merna amin parm lle templa Tel'Quessir?" Aravilar said to the little man. He smirked, taking a wild guess that the perian did not know a bit of Elven. "Amin ildura lle naa nostale tel'lammen amin quena, ikotane amin nowa lle kelaya kela sambeamin," Aravilar continued. Aravilar looked about the room, as the perian stood behind his desk. "I fear I must be going now, my friend. If you wish to take this class, please sign up with Agudo." Aravilar smirked yet again, and said, "Advanced Arcane Theory covers magic throughout the Realms... Are you ready?" Aravilar walked out the door with a pleased expression, and headed off to find Agudo. "Where is Clare?" Aravilar wondered.
kulideb 12-05-03, 04:40 AM	Kulideb looked around the part of the wood they were now in. "Branth must be close." she said to Brad. A shadow past over them. The elf looked up to see a large bird getting closer, and hears the sound of a horn. "OH! A winged elf." Kulideb made her way over to the elf, she bowed her head. "I'm Kulideb my lady, how may I help you?"
Angel Elf 12-05-03, 12:09 PM	“So I have been granted my destiny and found you at last Kulideb. You may call me Angel of the winged Elves” She walks forward and studies the fellow Elf. “I see you protect the boy, from harm, very admirable. Never the less Kulideb, I have come along way to ask you something as important. That being will you protect your own, Kulideb? Will you protect the Elvis from evil?” Angel does not tell what evil, she is just seeing what Kulideb will say.
Golddigger Dwarf 12-05-03, 12:16 PM	Rocky makes his way to the garden and sees his old adventuring thief Agudo. Once again playing goody good with his self righteous friends; the wizard is heading for one of the towers. The Dwarf makes his way over to the backside of this edifice to magic and see the winged Elf, fly yonder into the forest. “Nay ye stinking Elf ye will be mine tonight.” With that he runs through the forest easily following her, as if he has something that lets him track her.
LOZ 12-05-03, 02:07 PM	Hisime flees from the room, she runs out to the garden. She hides until the dwarf leaves. When he is gone she sits down and looks through her hair at her hands. She noticed how pale they were.
aravilar_holistacia 12-05-03, 02:11 PM	Aravilar looked around the entrance hall, and he sighed. "Clare must be in her room," he thought out loud. Several new students were in the hallway, and Aravilar swept past them in his usual manner. The students eyed him warily, and one, who had been in his class earlier, said, "And that's the Advanced Arcane Theory teacher, Aravilar Holistacia; he's supposedly a practitioner of Chronomancy, and..." the student trailed off as Aravilar walked away. As Aravilar ascended the stairs to the dormitories, he stopped. "I don't sense the pendant, my life-force!" He ran down the hallway, and he hit the door with several golden spell-bolts. The door fell inwards, and Aravilar burst in. Clare was nowhere to be found. Aravilar cried out, "Ah, this is pointless!" He returned to his room, just down the hallway... And that's when it hit him. A spell... hit a Mythal... Berdusk... Aravilar teleported away, arriving in Twilight Hall at Berdusk. ((Tie-in with Twilight Hall RP)) ((OOC: I'm leaving the school for a bit, have to concentrate on my other RP for a while. Anyone who wants to join in the Drow vs. Harpers battle is free to!))
Let me tell you a Story 12-05-03, 02:17 PM	Emeraldeyes, was flattered by the kind offering of drink and food. She loved the light wizards, office. So large and roomy. “I must admit I prefer the outdoors, yet if I did come in, it would be here.” She takes a bite of crumpet, then gets to her reason for coming. “Agudo have you heard of the troubles in the north of Fureun?” She did not wait for his answer and continued. “More exactly a new Druid religion, based on one person named Messianica. She is a charismatic woman, who has chased out the followers of all other beliefs; in the city of Hillsfar.” She paused before continuing. “This woman if you can call her that, Messianica and her followers, have burned down temples destroyed wizard schools. Not just in Hillsfar, but has attempted to do so in other nearby towns and cities as well. Even the evil Zhentil are afraid of her, for even as I speak, their evil keep is besieged by tens of thousands of Messianica fanatics. This woman Messianica seeks to wipe the Moonsea and Dale Lands clean of all other beliefs.” Emeraldeyes stands up and paces the floor, while holding her tea. “The religions Umberlee, Talos, Talona, Mask all were desecrated, by these Druid fanatics. People who refused to surrender were burned at the stake. Mayors of near by town from Hillsfar, had their house destroyed and killed out right. Just because they refused to believe like theses followers of Messianica.”
Agudo Archmage 12-05-03, 03:16 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The Headmaster leaned back and rubs his short blond beard. “This is direr news, I have heard little from Elminster about this. For as you know he lives in the Dale Lands. The last Letter I received from him was a year ago, and the only thing he had said was that a new sect had started; calling themselves followers of Messianica.” Agudo was about to drink his tea, then stopped and continued. “ But they were not in control of Hillsfar, just living there. Still Elminster has been known to leave for long periods of time. This may not be under his rightful eye.” He taps his fingers on the table. “Tell me how many followers does she have? You say ten thousand now besiege Zhentil Keep. Yet that must mean she has a larger following than that, to control a city and towns.
kulideb 12-05-03, 03:22 PM	"Of course I will help my fellow elves, but I carnt just stop looking for Branth..." Kulideb falls quiet as she thinks of a way to keep looking for Branth and to help the elves. "I havent tried this before..but I know Gene has done it. It might work..." She sets Brad down on the ground. Her eyes seem to go distant, her shadow looms up from the ground and starts to become more solid although still a little ghost like. The elf looks to her shadow, ~You look for Branth with Brad, call me if you find any thing.~ "Brad stay with my shadow self, contact me with your pictures and i will come straight back."
Let me tell you a Story 12-05-03, 04:02 PM	“The population of Hillfar is almost forty thousand, before the purge, by her fanatics. Agudo I know most of those religions are evil. Such as Umberlee and Talos, yet I fear she will not stop there, in these wicked cities of the Moonsea. I believe she will work her way around the forest to Shadowdale. The Messianica followers, have already looted one temple to Lathender and threaten others.” Emeraldeyes set down again near Agudo. “The Shadowdale government has outlawed the group, but they have just gone into hiding. Until the Zhentill Keep falls, I am sure Messianica plans her attack next there.”
Lucky Leprechaun 12-05-03, 04:09 PM	Lucky was thrown off of Aravilar, when he told him to ask Agudo. “Buuuut” Doink! “Owe me little head!” Lucky jumps up and stamps his feet. “So that’s how ye treat thy students Ae!” The Leprechaun walks out of the classroom and join a bunch of gnomes having fun making a balloon. “Hay let me test drive it for ya” He grabs onto the balloon and SWOOOSHHH” “YeHAaaaa!”
Angel Elf 12-05-03, 04:14 PM	Angel puts her hand in a prayer and thanks Kulideb. “I am glad you show wisdom, my fellow blood. I must know something, about a friend of yours Gene. He is either a drow or part drow, I am not sure. Yet I seek more information about him. What can you tell me of Gene?”
Agudo Archmage 12-05-03, 04:29 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Agudo took out his corncob pipe and with a flash of small magic, it was lit. The pipe gave off a sweet apple cinnamon smell. “Religious fanatics can be dangerous, a purge may have wiped out have of Hillsfar. Never the less, the Moonsea, is full of evil worshipers, of false gods. I can not see a large band of Good Knight saving Zhentills Keep from another group.” The Headmaster gets up, and walks over to one of his many bookshelves. He takes his finger and goes along the back of several books. Until he find the one he wants. A book completely about Shadowdale, he stands there and opens it, checking the pages. “Shadowdale has many fine archers, and a few well known heroes. Yet I am interested in helping them from such a bloodthirsty religion, and I can barely call it a religion. The question is will we be able to muster an army, in time to save the Dale?”
Good Knight 12-05-03, 04:47 PM	http://nwn.unforgottenrealms.net/downloads/portraits/bg2_m_25.jpg The horse riding up to the schools gates, was decked out in Knightly garments.’ A beautiful white horse with a strong spirit. “Ho friends” Keldorn Firecam yelled out. “Would you be kind as to help a weary knight with his horse?” Two female students ran up and took hold of the friendly horse. Just as Keldorn got of his stead, the students lead the horse to the stables. The Knight boldly walks in and stops in front of the Lobby desk. “Hail and well met my Elvin friend Elvina. I am here to see that my old adventuring companion and dear friend Agudo. Its alright Elvina I know the way to his office.” With a smile and warm wave he makes his way there.
Golddigger Dwarf 12-05-03, 06:04 PM	Rocky had found her, the Elf winged woman. She was in the forest and talking to who? “Blast it be another of the pointy eared tree huggers.” Rocky the dwarf takes a place by a bush and listens to them.
Let me tell you a Story 12-05-03, 06:19 PM	Emeraldeyes thought about what Agudo was saying. She understood that the Moonsea people, were not loved for being good people. Even she had a hard time of truly feeling sorry for the evil clerics, who were chased out of there temples, or worse. Yet she did see the danger, for Shadowdale prove that the Messianica followers were coming. “I understand Agudo your point, know one wants to save the bad guy. To put it in simple terms. Still I pray we can prepare for the worse, when the time comes to deal with this? Fanatic”
Good Knight 12-05-03, 06:36 PM	With a polite knock, Keldorn open the door to Agudo office. "By all that is good and true, Agudo you’re a happy sight for friendship.” Keldorn boldly walks over and gives Agudo a massive hug. “I road all night, and from the looks of it, I am to early. Who could this lovely woman be?” The knight says to Emeraldeyes
Agudo Archmage 12-05-03, 06:43 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The Headmaster had just stood up when the door open, and came none other than a ghost from his past. “Keldorn? It is you, it is you!” The big knight came up and nearly squeezed the life out of Agudo. But it was a welcome hug al in al. “Tell me why you didn’t let me know you were coming? I would have prepared a feast for you..” As Keldorn asks about his guest , and Agudo is obliged ,as a good host to introduce the lady. “This is the enchantress Emeraldeyes, from a near by grove.”
Good Knight 12-05-03, 07:35 PM	The Knight gives a polite bow and takes the hand of Emeraldeyes, he then gives a soft kiss. “A lady no truer than you, I am Keldorn Knight of the Order RadiantHeart” He then walks to an empty seat and slowly sits himself. “I would have given you advance notice sooner Agudo, that I was coming, if it wasn’t so important for me to arrive with speed.” He pauses as he pours himself a drink of water. “I have good and bad news, the good being that your wife will be here shortly. Even now my Knights guard such a valuable cargo” He takes another drink then continues. “The bad news is that as you know my friend. Aerie your lovely wife’s family lives in the High Ice Mountains up north”. Keldorn takes out a map of Faerun and points at it. “On are way down here through the Anauroch deserts. We stumbled upon some refugees, who were fleeing a bold attack on ShadowDale. The refugees told me of some type of religious persecution. I couldn’t do much for them except let them travel with us to the nearest town. Sadly that was three and half months ago. I of course alerted the next town that we came across, and sent word to my Order. But my good friend Agudo, I had a vow to protect Aerie and I did not loose sight of that.” Keldorn scratches his head and stretches. “That in itself was not why I came alone, leaving your wife as I said in capable hands. The RadiantHeart sent a messenger for me by Pegasus. Asking me to lead the relief expedition from the city of Athkatla. They will meet me in the town of Nashkel, down south. I was hoping you could lend a hand my old friend, and aid me on this endeavor.’
Lucky Leprechaun 12-05-03, 07:51 PM	Lucky lands with a splash and nearly goes under in the pond. “Man over board, save me gold! Save me!” He flops around until some mermaid takes pity on him and lays him on the ground.
Lucky Leprechaun 12-05-03, 07:55 PM	He spits out some water and cough until his hat falls off. “Thank ye me fishwoman friend, tis good to see such valor. Especially when ye save me life.” He hops up trying to shake out the water from his shoes. “Can someone get me a mage, I be needing a magic spell, for dry cloths” people walk by laughing at the comical Leprechaun.
Let me tell you a Story 12-05-03, 08:05 PM	“Keldorn? I have heard of that name, the wind speaks kindly of you O brave knight.” She was pleased at his gallantry, when he kissed her hand. But when he mentioned Shadowdale, it was somewhat surprising. “Refugees you say! Then it is destiny that we are together this day. For I have just been speaking to Agudo; on what has been causing the trouble in the Moonsea and Dalelands.” She leans over closely to Keldorn, and look upon the map with a grim expression. “I am pleased that the Knights of your Order, have seen the danger, of this Messianic sickness that calls it self a new religion. Agudo and I were trying to figure out when to intervene, for the good people of the Dales. Its seems you Keldor, will be are first bold move into this venture.”
Agudo Archmage 12-05-03, 11:37 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The Headmaster considered the news indeed, a drastic situation. “If the RadiantHeart has seen fit to help out, then their maybe more to this than we know. Its possible that the fact that Zhentills Keep is about to fall, and as we know Hillsfar is now under the control of this woman Messianica. This may have caused the other churches to move now, against this new threat.” Agudo handed Keldorn some fresh bread and cheese, to go with his drink. “If I do help Keldorn, we would need a strong plan, and clear resources. For I see this Messianica has many followers willing die for her cause.”
Angel Elf 12-05-03, 11:53 PM	Angel walked closer to Kulideb, eyeing her, watching Kulideb, as she thought about the question that must be answered. “You think long on my question, cousin of the forest. Do not be afraid, tell me the answers that I seek”
Golddigger Dwarf 12-06-03, 12:09 AM	Rocky almost fell asleep, waiting for these tree lovers, to get on with what ever they were up to. “Blast them Elvis be thinking because they live along time, they can just talk life a way.” But Rocky didn’t show himself he just waited for his opportunity to grab Angel.
Lucky Leprechaun 12-06-03, 12:15 AM	With the sun drying most of his cloths, Lucky put on his hat and started to walk away. But then he thought better of it and put on his pants and shirt as well. “Now if only I could finds me a pretty girl to talk too, at least me hopes she wont run away like the others.” He sees some student yonder, and makes his over whistling a happy tune.
Lucky Leprechaun 12-06-03, 12:20 AM	Just as he is about to reach them, the gnomes from the wizard tower be seeing him. Screaming that they wants their balloon back. “Tis ye fault, for not teaching me how to drive it, in the first place. If thy little brains can find the steps down from thy tower, thou can try an get it back from me.” Lucky laughs as he sees them leave the window, of the wizards tower.
Lucky Leprechaun 12-06-03, 12:23 AM	Lucky wasnt laughing when he saw the angrey gnomes come running with thier hammers after him. "YIP!" Lucky starts running through the dinning hall, under tables and over the back of students. Just when he thought he was safe a big human picked him up by the shirt. "Puts me down ye mouse of a giant, I be Lucky the Luckest student of all."
Let me tell you a Story 12-06-03, 12:29 AM	“An Army? I guess that what it will take then wont it. I guess I was being naive in thinking that we could just send a brave band of adventurers after Messianica. As far as recourses, my grove is small, but we do have enchanted animals, that could be of aid” Emeraldeyes seem sad at the thought of war.
kulideb 12-06-03, 05:18 AM	"Gene? part drow, no I dont think so...." The small elf stopped. "Forgive me but I know nothing about you or the danger to our kind you speak of, will you please tell some thing about these troubles?" Kulideb had a feeling that some one else was near by, Branth..no, Brad would have felt his precence and told her. She used her thought link to her shadow. ~Scout around I feel that some one else is close by.~ She then waited for the winged elf to speak.
Lady Clare Windariete 12-06-03, 08:31 AM	A beautiful white and brown rabbit hops into an open window of the school near Agudo's office. Quickly it hops along and then sits in front of the door. Seeing the door cracked somewhat the rabbit sticks its nose in the crack of the door and pushes it open. It then leaps onto his desk and waits patiently for him. Ocassionaly she scratches behind her ear or wiggles her nose trying to smell the smells of the school
Agudo Archmage 12-06-03, 09:25 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Seeing the door slowly open made, the Headmaster wonder who it could be. “I can see Emeraldeyes that your enchanted animals have already arrived. I must admit that I was hoping for something larger for battle.” Agudo was joking of course, and laughed, yet he walks up to the cut rabbit and bends over. “Would you like a carrot my rascally rabbit friend” Agudo says this as he takes out a carrot from his robes. Almost like it was normal for wizards to carry vestibules around.
Angel Elf 12-06-03, 09:58 AM	Angel smiled at her fellow Elvin blood. “Gene is either drow or is in league with them, I can not be sure if he is a half-blood or full drow. But I do know of the danger to us all. A city in the north, has given sanctuary to a large group of drow. They seek to destroy are Elvin beliefs by manipulating these would be saviors in the city, into destroying all other temples. Starting with are own, Elvin sacred places. Tell me what you know of this tainted one called Gene? By doing so you are helping us all, in the fight against this deception of truth”
Lady Clare Windariete 12-06-03, 12:28 PM	The rabbit happily takes the carrot from Agudo and starts munching on it. After a minute of eating the rabbit looks up to him, "Lady Clare in trouble sir, black dragon have her, you must do something! I can take you to her, but lemme finish my carrot. Carrot good... dragon baaad." The rabbit then goes back to munching on the carrot. "Thank you for good carrot!"
Lucky Leprechaun 12-06-03, 10:27 PM	The student who held Lucky laughed and said. “Well if you’re so Lucky then lets see you fly.” He takes spoon and places it across his arm. He plops Lucky on the spoon and lets it fly. “Ahhhhh” Lucky twirls in the air, and lands right on a wedding cake knocking off the bridegroom statue. “He sits up and licks his lips. “Well now that be a sweet landing” Lucky then sees the bride statue and smiles. “Me lucky day, for I finally get the girl.”
Lucky Leprechaun 12-06-03, 10:35 PM	The gnome chefs weren’t as pleased with the results. “You get away from that, you here me!” The chefs yelled. “Tis not me fault! I be a victim of circumstances.” Lucky take off running spraying cake everywhere, as he does so he jumps onto a cat. “Nay a cat, I hates cats” The cat wasn’t to happy about it either and ran around screeching and hissing. Lucky held on to it like he was ridding a horse.
Good Knight 12-06-03, 11:14 PM	“Resources you say, well I do believe the Order will have supply cart’s and of course we will have the Dale people themselves. I am sure they will want to defend their homes with passion.” Keldorn just notices Agudo pet rabbit. “I see Hoot has been replaced.” The Knight gives off a good hardy laugh, then takes a sip of his water. “Back to business my friend, the RadiantHeart will have around eight hundred Knights, sent from Amn. Not including squires and other support personal. We should contact others in the region, and see if they are prepared to offer aid in this crusade.”
Lucky Leprechaun 12-06-03, 11:23 PM	The cat ran to the open window, and out it went with Lucky in tow. “Stop ye feline bronco of a cat” The cat was so frenzied that it didn’t see the pond, and made a big splash. Lucky felt the irony of this, as he swam once again for his life. “Of all me Lucky charms why me?” He said as he made his way to dry land. “I just got me cloth dry from the last time.”
Aerie 12-06-03, 11:56 PM	http://nwn.unforgottenrealms.net/downloads/portraits/bg2_f_2.jpg As the covered carriage made its way down the shaded road, Aerie could not help but think that It had been a long journey of many months. She had seen parts of the world only others could dream of. So many beautiful and exotic places, and yet she was finally at her new home. She couldn’t wait to see her husband Agudo. It had been far to long, in the time that they had last seen each other. When she saw the school of Light, it was all she thought it would be and more. The horse drawn carriage entered through the gates, and came to a halt, infront of the Cathedrals lobby door. Minsc opened the door and smiled in his wiled way, and offered his hand to Aerie. “Thank you Minsc I see Boo is as happy as I to be here.” She patted Boo on his soft hamster head, and waited as the other escorts dismounted. Aerie and the others enters the lobby, and she was enchanted by all the colors she saw. Even the small waterfall added to her since of peace and tranquility she felt here. The flowers growing and vines climbing the walls, made Aerie smile at Agudo’s hard work. Walking up to the Lobby desk she grins brightly before speaking. “Why hello would you tell the Headmaster that he has a visitor….Aerie his wife”
Agudo Archmage 12-07-03, 12:33 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley “Now Keldorn you know better.” Agudo winks at his friend. “Besides I would be lost without Lady Hoot, yet this rabbit seems to be telling me something about a student of mine named Clare.” Just then a pixie fly’s in and whispers in his ear. “Aerie!….Keldorn she is here, I cant believe it after all this time.” He turns to Emeraldeyes “Excuse me for one moment, Emeraldeyes, I will be back with the woman I love. But don’t worry I leave you in Keldorn’s capable hands.” With that Agudo runs down stairs and across the garden to the Cathedral of Light’s lobby. He stop for only a moment as he sees Aerie, before running up to her and embracing her. He holds and kisses her for along time, before speaking. “I knew you would come my love, how was your trip? Tell me everything!” As they talk, he walks her around the school, for a short tour. He takes great pride in his students, and introduces them to her as they walk along. Form the Dormitory Tower to the library. Until finally they reach the top of the Wizards Tower. They enter into his office and he proudly shows Emeraldeyes and Keldorn his wife. “My dear you know the honorable Keldorn but this is Emeraldeyes from a near by glade.” They talk for awhile, when he sees the rabbit finishing the carrot he gave it. Agudo picks it up and speaks to it. "I will contact Araviler, he may wish to know of what has happen to Clare as well."
Golddigger Dwarf 12-07-03, 12:42 AM	(ooc A woman for Agudo, I thought he was so Incessant that he was a virg, well uh pure” ) ;) “Blast I been seen” Rocky stands up and starts to chop wood on a near by log. “Its only me a forest dwarf chopping some wood for me fireplace.” He says to Kulideb as she looks his way.
Lady Clare Windariete 12-07-03, 01:08 AM	The rabbit looks to the knight and looks like its sniffing the air around him and does the same with the others. When Agudo picked up the rabbit he could feel the fur was very soft, almost silky. Its pink nose kept its slight twitch that many enjoy watching. "Aravilar knows... or so Clare says. She says he hasn't come for her, she has given up hope sir. Clare also says you were her last hope for she fears Aravilar has moved on. She is in its lair Agudo please send soemone or do something! I fear for her life sir."
kulideb 12-07-03, 07:10 AM	The shadow elf spotted the dwarf and sent a message back to Kulideb before it carried on looking for the missing boy. Kulideb held her finger up to her mouth, "Ssh," she said to the winged lady. She found the dwarf. "Just chopping wood!" she said with a raised eyebrow. She went back to the lady, "Lets walk back to the school and I'll tell you what I know of Gene." She began to head back to the school. "I met Gene in a tavern, I was feeling very lost and low. He befriended me and told me about this school. He is a student teacher here. Teaching rouge class and to a few of us the art of shadow dancing." She stopped, her gaze going to a carriage that had pulled up out side the school. "Sorry..where was I...Oh yes. I still dont think there is any drow in him, I think he is from the city of Shade in the Anauroch. I'm afraid that I carnt see any thing evil in him." She looked at the winged elf. "I must tell Agudo that I havent found Branth yet, but I have left a shadow to carry on looking, Agudo might be able to help you with information about Gene." Kulideb walked into the school taking in all its beauty and the sense of calm the building had. She made her way through the lobby and headed off towards Agudos office. She stood in front of the door and knocked.
Let me tell you a Story 12-07-03, 09:20 AM	When Agudo had left the room to escort his ladylove. Keldorn was kind enough to show some of Agudo collection of magical and non-magical items. Some with a grand history others having only sentimental value. “Tell me more of yourself Keldorn? Surely a man of your caliber does more than escort duty, no matter how honorable that may be.” About that time the door open, and a petite woman entered the room with the Headmaster. Introductions were made “It is truly a pleasure to see the woman who has captured Agudo heart. I must say Agudo your magic is powerful, if you have enchanted Aerie to be yours.” This was said as a joke, and Emeraldeyes laughed to make it clear. “ As Agudo has said I am Emeraldeyes of the glade. May we all sit?” A knocking could be heard at the door and she turned to it.
Lucky Leprechaun 12-07-03, 09:39 AM	As the not so lucky leprechaun, dried himself off once again, by hanging his cloths on low flower pedals. He saw a woman being escorted by Agudo; in fact they seem to be very much in love. “Tis it possible that someone can stand his blue and white cloths, that he wears every day? :P :uh-huh: :P Me thinks miracles do happen” Lucky felt like telling a few more wise cracks, at least with others too listen to it; and put back on his cloths. He runs along to were ever they are going, and sees the one called Kulideb, with that same idea. “I be just tagging along with thee girly,” he says to Kulideb. With that he grabs onto her boot and holds on for dear life “Don’t knock just kick the door open, we be missing all the fun!” He thinks better of it. “Wait! Nay not with the shoe I be sitting on. Let me just open the Door.” He hops off Kulideb shoe, and for someone only a few inches high. He pushes the door open with amazing strength. “Hello Agudo! I see ye is having a party :love: Can me and my date Kulideb come in”
aravilar_holistacia 12-07-03, 11:37 AM	Entirely OOC: Silly rabbit, tricks are for children. I was going to go save her eventually as I always do, but with events at Twilight Hall coming to a flashpoint, I needed to take a bit of time to help out there. I posted at Clare's thread, and am awaiting the adventure to begin. Aravilar
kulideb 12-07-03, 03:40 PM	The elf looked at the Leprechaun. "Hello, shall we go in together?"
Lucky Leprechaun 12-07-03, 11:07 PM	Seeing that Kulideb did not go running away like all the others. He jumps up and sits nicely on her shoulder. (ooc Ha! Who needs an owl when ye got Lucky) :mage: “Yes me pretty angel of the morning, I be Lucky the Luckiest leprechauns thy eyes ever did see.” Together they boldly walked in like two peas in a pod, like two lovebirds in, well in love!. Or at least Lucky thought so.:looloo: He turns and sees Aerie and lifts his hat in hello. “My, my, ye is as pretty as the morning sun on a sandy beach” Lucky then hops over and kisses Aerie’s hand then hops back to his woman Kulideb. “Don’t worry Kulideb me heart belongs only to thy eyes.” :bigeyes: He then turns back to the others. “As I be telling me woman love Kulideb. I be Lucky, the Luckiest leprechaun ye ever did see!”:tiphat:
Golddigger Dwarf 12-07-03, 11:26 PM	Rocky was pleased that they fell for his trick, he flowed the others back to the school and waited. He found a place to sleep, in the cathedral, were all the goody goods do their praying. Rocky just closed his eyes, and made it look like he was in deep prayer. Sadly the snoring would give him away.
Agudo Archmage 12-07-03, 11:49 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley When the door open the Headmaster was well pleased to see Kulideb. He was surprised to see Lucky back but was always entertained by his antics. “Kulideb and Lucky please come in, this is my wife Aerie. She has finally joined me after theses long many months.” Agudo turns to his wife and proudly introduces his students. “The lovely elf is Kulideb and as the leprechaun has said he be…..I mean he is Lucky. Please everyone have a seat at the dinning table, we will be having a fine feast in honor of Aerie”
Good Knight 12-08-03, 12:30 AM	Keldorn set down and couldn’t help himself, this was turning into a lot of fun. The Knight handed out a goblet of fine drinks, and made a toast. “Well then everyone I hope we can make this a merry party. I for one purpose a toast to Agudo and Aerie, may we all be as happy as they seem today, and forever more.”
aravilar_holistacia 12-08-03, 12:50 AM	Entering the dining hall was a glowing orb of light, heading straight for Agudo. The orb stopped atop the table, and a voice issued forth. "Headmaster. The dragon is an easy adversary. Will return to school forthwith after completion of objective. Aravilar." The orb dispelled itself, leaving naught but a red rose upon the table. A small strip of paper said, "For Aerie." Always the charming one, Aravilar.
kulideb 12-08-03, 04:29 AM	"Arwenamin, It is an honour to met you." the elf said to Aerie. Kulideb pulled out a chair and sat down. "Archmage, I havent been able to find Branth yet, I have left a shadow and Brad looking for him." She took a sip of her drink, and looked around to see where the winged elf had got too. ((Arwenamin elven for my lady.))
Aerie 12-08-03, 09:36 AM	Aerie was very flattered by all the attention she was getting. She did not expect to have so many people give her such a warm welcome. Yet it did add to the festive feel as Keldorn made such a sweet statement about Agudo and her. “Kulideb, you’re as kind, and lovely, as Agudo has told me in his letters. I know that I will make time for us to spend together, for I like you already Kulideb.” Lucky was an attention getter just as she had been told. “I must say Lucky your even more adorable than I had heard, I do hope we can be friends.” She turned to Keldorn and giggled. “Thank you for your poetic words, for without you the long trip would have been unbearable.” Just then a rose appeared for her and she held it to her nose for the sweet smell. “Thank you glowing orb, I hope to really see you some day.” She took another drink and hoped for food soon she was very hungry.
Drindin 12-08-03, 09:51 AM	The shadows seemed to momentairily collect behind agudo, and as soon as they dispersed... standing behind him was the one, the only... Drindin? "My my, Agudo, a party and you didn't invite me. Rather rude, and very unlike you. Pity I'm dead and can't enjoy any of these rather, delectable items you have here." Drindin, seeming to forget he's incorporeal, makes a fruitless attempt at pulling out a chair to take a seat, his hand passing through it. "Ah, bother. Can't even sit down."
Agudo Archmage 12-08-03, 11:25 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley "I am sure your shadow magic will help in finding the young boy Kulideb." Agudo nearly spits out his drink, when a ghost from the past shows up. “Dri…Drindin? Its is you! Please have …a…seat…um…Its good to see you. Please let me introduce my wife, Aerie” He puts his hand on her shoulder. “And this fine young? Ghost is Drindin my former teacher. He has passed on into the after life. Did you want to see if we could bring you back to life Drindin?
Lucky Leprechaun 12-08-03, 11:55 PM	“A ghost! Well this be a hell, uh ‘O’ nay, nay I be saying heaven of a party.” Lucky almost forgot where he was. “Tis a good time for some music.” With that he hops up on the table, and does a jig with his violin. After a few minutes of splendid gallic music, he stops and takes a bow. :bow:
Good Knight 12-09-03, 12:45 AM	Keldorn was amazed at the agility of the little leprechaun. “Your very good at your art, are you a bard by trade?” The Knight said thus as he clapped his hands.
Golddigger Dwarf 12-09-03, 12:51 AM	Rocky woke up with all the noise, do to so much singing going on, in the cathedral of the goody goods. He decided to get some grub; for it was obvious he couldn’t sleep there any longer. He made his way to the students dinner place and grabbed a few cups of soup. He sits down and starts up a conversation with some half horse half woman. “So do ye eats grass or bread?” Rocky wasn’t known for his goof manners
Drindin 12-09-03, 12:55 AM	Drindin chuckles. "'tis hard to bring someone back who isn't quite dead yet. There is some purpose left for me, I'm sure of it. As to what that purpose is that will finally lay me to rest, I've yet to find out." Thanks to a rather kind servant, Drindin is finally capable of taking a seat, as he looks around, nodding to Aerie. "Pleasure to meet you, m'lady. I would introduce you to my niece, but it would seem she is absent currently."
Lucky Leprechaun 12-09-03, 12:57 AM	At Keldorn's question Lucky laughs. “Me a bard, nay I be a leprechaun, tis natural that we be good at the music. I could be a teacher though, don’t ye think, Mr Keldorn?” He jumps onto the rim of the pitcher, and trys to grab some of its sweet liquid when slipped. PLOP. “Help I be to young to die” He then turns to Drindin as he swims. "So whats it like on the other side of life, have ye met any prety girls?"
Lucky Leprechaun 12-09-03, 01:02 AM	Lucky pulls himself closer to the edge of the pitcher. “I has another question for ye Drindin, as long as thy brain is thinking of me first, why is thou dead?”
Drindin 12-09-03, 09:39 AM	Drindin chuckles at the leprachauns gnomish curiosity. "To answer your first question, no I haven't, and it wouldn't do much good if I had." Drindin then sighs. "Now, I think we should leave your second question be for now, this is a celebration, not a funeral reception!"
Lucky Leprechaun 12-09-03, 10:16 AM	“Tis ok with me, but where I come from a funeral and a celebration be the same. People go into the after life happy, well they don’t look too happy. Mostly they look dead. But we be happy for them anyway. Especially when we don’t like them."
Lucky Leprechaun 12-09-03, 10:18 AM	Lucky hops out of the pitchur and shakes himself off. "Now can someone hand me a napkin so I can dry me wee ones off." He looks at eveeryone. "Ye know me ears" :D
Gene_Kynes 12-09-03, 07:59 PM	Soon...the familiar sensation of shadows gathering was felt by those who dabbled in Shadow magery...and a physical form to accompany them. Gene. However...something was wrong. He had an odd look in his eyes, one of...frustration. "...Sir Drindin. I'm pleased t'be in your pseudo-presence...Lady Kulideb, as breathtakingly alluring as ever...and...Lady Aerie?" He grins, taking a deep bow. His cloak was gone, his belt was gone, his overshirt, amulet, and hip-pack were all gone. "The rumors do little justice to describe your beauty. Agudo, you've truly has surpassed me with charm." When he rises...he then lean against the table. "Well, 'Gudo...with all due respect sir, this place..." He sighed, and soon a simple light spell manifested underneath the table, illuminating it. "...this is a School of Light...and...I'm a shadow. Ever see what Light does to shadow?" He shakes his head simply, arms crossed as he steps away from the table. "I feel like I don't belong. And...this place...it drives me mad. I can't stand patterns...I belong to th'Crimson Road, 'Gudo. Henceforth..." Gene stretched out, yawning. "...I'm skippin' town. Getting out of here. Vanishing. Dissapearing. Y'know..." Another yawn. "Leaving. Thanks fer all you've done...but...this just ain't my thing. I guess th'Good sir Drindin caused a trend, or something. Heard Khaira left." "Anyway, farewell, all. Tell m'class I'm a no-good slacker, will you? Can't stand 'em thinkin' o'me as th'ideal rogue. Now...Nuth..." He smirks, and soon...a black lotus rests in his hands, it's heavy scent lingering into the air. "Can't let th'new guy hold all the charm, y'know. Kuli, read up on this plant. More useful than jus' lookin' pretty, y'know." Grinning, he then tosses it to her...before giving the room yet another bow...and dissapearing once more. Somewhere along the path to the North, one could barely make out a single figure...singing faintly to itself, a dark, runed blade at his side.
Flayhara Magerie 12-09-03, 08:59 PM	Flayhara appears before Gene, "Wait Gene! I waited for you... and now your leaving? Just like that? I guess I will return to my tribe now that you are gone. Everything we did together was for nothing right? I knew I should have left after you helped me Gene. I hope your adventures will be happy ones and may the memories of me leave you."
aravilar_holistacia 12-09-03, 10:04 PM	He looked over at Clare and said, "How many more are there? Shall I kill every last man you've met before it ends? Will it *ever* end? "I am prepared to defend you to the last, but you don't realize what kind of danger that was. That dragon, S'ulete'uhiatathah, was a fiend of the Cult of the Dragon. They are looking to steal a bit of my lifeforce and cast an evil spell. They seek to create an evil clone of me! "To confirm your suspicions, my lifeforce is not my own anymore. I suppose I am being sustained by the fires that burn my soul," Aravilar said, and with that, his eyes glowed brightly for about five seconds. He returned to his normal, jovial self, before continuing. "Well, shall we be on our way?" he said, as if he had said nothing at all before this sentence. "You, perian! Shall we head back to Agudo's School, heroes, one and all? "Marrying Clare?" Aravilar said, after he cast a special time-based spell. The spell told him what had ben said in the area in the past few hours... "Don't count on it! I think we are getting married..." he said with a winning smile. He looked at Clare sheepishly. That is, of course, if you will be my wife." Aravilar lost his smile and looked quite nervous. And a nervous Aravilar is a unique sight. He held Clare's hand, and he said to the perian, "See you back at the school, Lucky." Aravilar flicked his wrist, and the duo returned to the school, triumphant. When they arrived in the entrance hall, Aravilar quickly let go of Clare's hand. "Clare, I don't want to rush this... But... Will you marry me?" He felt his elven insides squirm at his words... These words he had not said to anyone but... his... He tried not to make any kind of eye contact as he waited for a reply. OOC: Tie-in! Finally, I'm back.
Lady Clare Windariete 12-09-03, 10:06 PM	She looked up to Aravilar, "Well, this is quite sudden isn't it? Its definitely a big step... but I already know the answer. I will Aravilar!" She grins as she looks to him.
Aerie 12-09-03, 10:23 PM	Aerie smiles at the man who others called Gene. She turns to her husband Agudo “I must say dear, you do attract all sorts of unique and fun people” She takes a sip of her drink then sits back and takes in the view of Agudo friends. So many she thought, and so different from each other.
aravilar_holistacia 12-09-03, 10:29 PM	Aravilar looked up at Clare's angelic face, and for the first time, he genuinely smiled. He couldn't find any words... so he didn't try to speak. He grasped Clare's hand and began to guide her over to the dining hall. Clare attempted to knock first before they entered, but Aravilar pushed open the doors and burst into the room. Everyone looked up: Agudo; his wife, Aerie; Keldorn; Lucky (who had mysteriously gotten back before Aravilar); Kulideb; and a shadowy figure, who could only been Drindin. Aravilar said, without stopping to pause for breath, "Agudo, sir! Lady Aerie! Lord Keldorn, Lady Kulideb," he began, and he said, "Lucky..." with a slightly amused tone, "and Lord Shadow!" The assembled diners looked apprehensive. "Lord Agudo, sir! We are to be wed!" Aravilar said, shooting a glance over at Clare, who was beaming. Aravilar cast a minor spell, and the room filled with rose petals, and a slight bit of elven music. "We are to be wed, Lords and Ladies!"
Gene_Kynes 12-09-03, 10:34 PM	Gene didn't freeze, as was expected. He had been a man chained to a corpse in the desert while in that school...and his new freedom shone. He simply leant against a nearby tree, and watched Flayhara. "For nothing? I wouldn't dare say that...but..." Gene rubbed his neck. Responsibility definately wasn't his thing...and yet...it was the only reason he carried a blade. Blood still had to be spilled. "...in a way, yes. Flayhara...I..." Gene looked uncomfortable, as if the corpse was chained to his ankle once again. "...Someone...once traded her life...for my survival. Hers for mine. She gave her life, for my happiness." His gaze falls, down to the dirt briefly, before rising again. "You...you make me happy, Flayhara." He then steps forward, away from the tree. "...that's th'problem. I don't deserve happiness." He then faces the road to the North, giving a soft sigh. He then glances to her. "...and I don't deserve you. Flayhara, my race preserves our looks in order to incite lust...it...furthered our goals, in the past. That's...probably what...it was. Lust." He takes another step towards the Northern Lands, still not entirely facing away from her. " Find...another. Someone who'll take care of you. Someone...normal. Someone who isn't just...whatever...I...am." And then, a change in tactics. "Hate me. Loathe me. Forget me. But if you were to stab me where I stand now...with my final breath I would apologize for spilling my blood on your shirt." And with that...he stares at her intensely, for just a moment..sorrow leaks through. Then...he turns, continuing down the Northern road. Where the cadaver of responsibility had weighed him down before, now guilt laid cuffed.
Lady Clare Windariete 12-09-03, 10:36 PM	She looked at everyone almost in fright at the attention Aravilar had brought to them, "Aravilar, I am not so use to so much attention..." She moves behind him, trying to hide her face's redness. Her face was near the color of blood. Agudo had once seen her so embarassed at the Hobbit fair he had taken her to. Her hand held tightly to his arm.
aravilar_holistacia 12-09-03, 10:46 PM	"Arise, fair sun! and gift us with the gift of the Light. May the Light shine down upon this wondrous union, and may the Light bless these days we have." --Aravilar Holistacia ______________________ Aravilar looked to Clare. "Don't worry about it!" He cast a spell ((Emotion:Hope)) and she began to calm down. "We are together in this, you and I. If you are embarrassed, I suppose I am as well. "This is a good kind, though!" he said, as he turned to the group at large. "May we sit, Lord Agudo, Lady Aerie?" he asked politely.
Flayhara Magerie 12-09-03, 10:50 PM	She frowns as she knew she could never hate or loathe. She calls out after him, while walking a good distance behind him, "You are wrong about me...but it doesn't matter now. I must go back to my tribe anyway, make amends. Gene, you were kind to me and I thank you for all you've done. This school will miss you I know and as will I. Thank you for showing me a good time while you were here, for once I was accepted in a place, by someone.. someone who gave me a chance and allowed me in their company without reminding me of my past and of the ... well... possession. How could you turn so suddenly? I should have known from the start. I should have never fought that succubus, my life would have never came back to haunt me as it shall forever now. I will go seek her out nonetheless and see if she will end my life as I have nothing for me left out here. My tribe has casted me and I am sure I will never be accepted by another as you have once accepted me, but now you are like my tribe... casting me aside and never to look back on the pain that you have caused. Pain has suddenly seemed wonderful to me and I shall seek forth...Fen'ar'ieam, the succubus who once shared my body." She stops following him and turns around. With a snap of her fingers, she now is in her tribal clothes the dress Gene had seen her in, the sparkly one flew with the wind, tumbling over the grass and leaves.
Agudo Archmage 12-09-03, 10:51 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley ((BEFORE)) Agudo Office The Headmaster stood before Gene left and lifted his goblet in a solute to his friend Gene. “Thank you Gene for all you have done in this school and with me. Your friendship will always be a blessing to me. I pray that the Light gives you safe journey, and that you will always be welcome in my sight, and my home.” He shed a tear as his friend Gene left. ((NOW)) Agudo Office Agudo laughed at his wife’s jest. “Yes my love so many good people in my life, and all of them a worth more than a chest for of gold.” Just then Aravilar and Clare walk in and announce the good news. “By the Light that is wonderful my friends” Agudo walks up and hugs the happy couple. “I would be honored if you would have the wedding in the Cathedral of Light. Yes of course let us sit down, by the way when will the wedding happen?”
aravilar_holistacia 12-09-03, 11:03 PM	"I believe we shall have this wedding in a fortnight, Agudo," Aravilar said as he pulled out Clare's chair for her. "Gives us time to prepare, you know?" Aravilar took his seat, still holding Clare's hand. He traced a pattern on her finger, and a diamond-and-electrum ring appeared upon that finger. "A family heirloom, I was told," he explained. He looked over at Agudo. "Would you introduce us to your lovely guests?" OOC: I think that a pre-wedding chapter is a good way to advance the storyline! Chapter Three will be "Matrimonial Bliss" or some such, and I think that we should do that in about a week. (One week=one fortnight in this case.)
Lady Clare Windariete 12-09-03, 11:05 PM	Clare sits in the chair that Aravilar had pulled out for her. She smiles at Agudo and everyone else, "Thank you for such a warm invitation, I don't have any objections to the Cathedral of Light," she turns to Aravilar, "Do you?" She looks down at her hand and smiles, "It is quite lovely! I've never seen anything so beautiful!"
Gene_Kynes 12-09-03, 11:07 PM	Gene froze...for just a moment, closing his eyes. ...This...could do damage...she could...drown in the illusion...but... Soon, "he" was standing in front of her, as real as could be...at least to the viewer of the illusion. As the figment approached her, slipping it's arms around her back, even if she thought of pushing the figure away...it'd dissapate into shadows. And then, in a shocking move..."Gene" presses his lips to hers, softly...at least, the realism existed only as long as her will didn't rip the illusion apart. Holding this moment of intimacy if it was allowed...for merely a moment, the figure then steps back, and speaks. "I didn't cast you away...you're casting yourself away...don't...do this." ...then, it dissapears, nothing left in it's wake to prove it had once existed. On the North Road, Gene continued walking, the saddest sort of smile on his features.
Flayhara Magerie 12-09-03, 11:12 PM	She frowned after what had happened, it didn't make things any easier for her. She lifted her arms above her head, "Fen'ar'ieam, a willing host stands before you now! I beseech thee to take over as my mind will gladly die to give you this body!" A red ball of light comes floating toward her as she speaks, she looks at it. "Take my body Fen'ar'ieam!"
Aerie 12-09-03, 11:26 PM	Aerie was just tickled pink at this news of a marriage. “Please my love allow me” She turns to Clare and Aravilar and radiates, her happiness to them with her eyes. “ Its truly a wonderful time to meet you both. I am Aerie and as you may, or may not know, the wife of Agudo.” She holds Agudo’s hand as she continues. “ My love has written to me, about many of the people here at the school. You Aravilar must be the new Archmage, he was so pleased to have teaching here. She then winks at Clare. “Your Clare, for Agudo told me about a beautiful maiden, that met on the road. With the singing voice of an angel, a future famous Bard as Agudo has written to me. I can’t wait to see your wedding”
Good Knight 12-09-03, 11:43 PM	Keldorn felt like he was as old as his years seem to be. “The days ahead show great promise, for two love birds have been reunited.” He looks to Agudo and Aerie. He turns and gives a warm smile at Clare and Aravilar. ‘And now two more will be joined in the bonds of true happiness.” He applauds Clare and Aravilar. “I am Keldorn Firecam of the RadiantHeart, in Amn. My friendship goes way back with Agudo, and now I pray that it will with Clare as well as you Aravilar” He lifts his cup in frienship
Drindin 12-09-03, 11:50 PM	Drindin made and etheral sigh, watching the love... and the broken hearts simutaneously. "Trend? Really? Seems I'm still the only ghost here." Drindin looks around. "Joy... yet there is a bitter-sweet taste to much of it. Sad, yet not really. Tragically happy, one might say." Drindin looks around, and smirks. "So... if anyone needs a priest... I'm available."
Lucky Leprechaun 12-09-03, 11:50 PM	“Well then if ye got the girl Aravilar, then can I be the best man? Lucky says with a hopeful smile. :D
Let me tell you a Story 12-10-03, 12:00 AM	As Drindin and Lucky spoke Emeraldeyes could not help but think, that she came here talking of war, and yet Love has bloomed she thought. “By the Glade of Life, this is such a surprise; first I meet Aerie the wife of Agudo. Then two of Agudo’s friends, are becoming one in unity of love.” She takes a bite of the food given to her by the host then continues. “I am Emeraldeyes and as Aerie has said your names are Aravilar and Clare. I am humbled by such good people as yourselfs. I live in a near by Glade and I have come to see the school, and now understand why; Agudo is so happy all the time. The people he works with are so wonderful themselves.”
Golddigger Dwarf 12-10-03, 09:34 AM	The feisty Dwarf was just getting done with his meal in the dinning hall. When gossip was told of a student and a teacher getting married. “Bah must be a harem for these teachers, they be taking the ones they like.” Rocky chuckled at the thought “They be smarter than I thought, all this time wasting in a tavern for woman. Now I knows to go to school for the kisses.”
kulideb 12-10-03, 09:43 AM	The elf felt a great sadness at the news of Gene leaving but there had always been some thing about him as if he couldnt quite settle in one place, she sighed but raised her glass to old friends and new she thought.
Lady Clare Windariete 12-10-03, 11:47 AM	She turns to Aerie, "I wasn't even aware Agudo was betrothed. You must be very happy with him!" Clare looks to Keldorn, and raises her cup as well, "To friendship and may it be everlasting." She smiles then takes a drink. Setting her glass down, she walks over to where Drindin is and looks at him, like a child seeing something for the first time. She puts her hand through him then pulls back and looks at her hand. "Curious..." She continues to look at him a minute longer, "Oh.. forgive my rudeness, I've just never seen a ghost before." She blushes then sits back down beside Aravilar. Her eyes look to Lucky with a smile, "Your back already? You must be quick on your feet." She smiles to Emeraldeyes, "Well met! I hope you enjoy it here."
Branth 12-10-03, 06:04 PM	In a dark, evil, old part of the forest near Agudo's school. Unreconizable as the boy he once was, Branth sits crosslegged, rest from his last practice. Lean from lack of food and hard training, his body has taken on the appearance of one who fights constantly for his life. His face, once handsome in appearance, is now riddled with scars from past mistakes. His future uncertain, his past unknown, he just lives in the present. All he knows of himself is a name. A name that haunts his every waking moment. A name who holds the key to his past. A name he is terrified of. A name that he hates and loves. "Gene." The moment he mutters it out loud Several things move in the darkness. A blade swings at his head, which he blokes quickly with a blade of his own, apperantly brought out of nowhere. Sevral more blades swing at him, most being blocked, some making contact with his body leaving odd looking wounds in their wake. After many moments of this, Branth manages to break away from the attackers and sets off at a run. Knowing that ever moment could be his last, he seeks refuge deeper into the forest....
aravilar_holistacia 12-10-03, 11:59 PM	Aravilar beamed at Lucky. "Of course you can be my best man! I would have none other than the man who risked his life at my side to free my betrothed." Aravilar turned to the rest of the table. "Your kind words soothe my fears. I feared that you would not be as kind or as encouraging... But my fears were misfounded, I see." He turned to Aerie. "I love to teach here, under your husband's careful eye." He gestured to Agudo. "Without his able help, I would probably be wandering the ruins of my old home once more..." He trailed off. He took a drink of the wine from his goblet on the table, setting the chalice down. "I am delighted to meet all of you." His expression suddenly turned to stone as he saw Drindin. He eyed the shade, and he said, "Lord Shadow, we must talk in private after these festivities. You seem to be a familiar face." Aravilar immediately became himself again. "Emeraldeyes, I thank you for your words. I hope you find your true life's calling here under the Light." Aravilar smirked at his own words. "I sound like Agudo now. 'The Light' this, and 'the Light' that!" He laughed. He took another sip of wine, and he opened his mouth to speak. He put down the goblet heavily, spilling the red aquae vitae and staining several feet of white linen tablecloth. "We have a problem. A man... Branth... running... inside the forest. Shall I-- I mean, we, go?" Aravilar said to Clare. He blushed slightly as he said "we" and he looked away. It was dishonorable for him to blush... But he looked back, and his face was a brilliant rose color. "I guess I should get used to saying 'we' now!" He smiled at Clare... "I don't think I will ever let you out of my sight again... I won't lose you again..." he said. He looked around at the faces of all the diners. "And I won't be going anywhere anytime soon. I'm staying... perhaps for good."
kulideb 12-11-03, 04:48 AM	Kulideb lept up at the sound of Branths name. "err..excuse me." she muttered. She went over to a dark corner and began to concentrate. Her body seemed to blend in to the shadows and then disapear altogether. In the shadow plane, the elf focused on the boy, when she thought she had located him. She moved forward and stepped back into the normal world. "Branth! its Kulideb" she shouted. She called to her shadow and Brad to let them know that Branth was close by.
Lady Clare Windariete 12-11-03, 05:32 AM	She turns to look at Aravilar, "Wh..whats going on? Must we leave so soon? I am quite enjoying this lovely sitting with everyone." Her eyes followed Kulideb until she disappeared from her sight. It was obvious Clare was confused about everything going on. She held to Aravilar's arm with her hand nearest him and held tightly. She looks up to him again, "Aravilar?"
Lucky Leprechaun 12-11-03, 09:16 AM	Lucky did a little dance as Aravilar said that he could be the best man. “Tis good thing for I bring ye all, bushel full of four-leaf clovers.” Then Aravilar and his woman Clare took off, on some heroic adventure. “Now that elf anf his soon to be wife, needs a vacation I say, maybe a honeymoon vacation, if everyone’s knows what I mean.?”Lucky gave a great big laugh for a little guy.
Lucky Leprechaun 12-11-03, 09:33 AM	Lucky was just about to ask Kulideb his date, for a dance when he saw she was gone. His jaw dropped and he and jumped up and down on the table. :headexplo “Me woman Kulideb, she is gone! Why do those woman, always run away from me?” :bigeyes: He kicked a pat of butter and slipped. Doink! As he lies there on the ground, he asks no one in particular about why this? and why that? “Tis a shame that they always sneak out on me. Why? I be asking, Why?” Sniff, Sniff, sniff. Lucky grabs a napkin, and blows his nose. HONK Sniff. “Is it because I am ugly? Nay it can’t be that! Is it because I am short? Ha! Ridicules, what woman wouldn’t want all four inches of me!!!” :sad:
Lady Clare Windariete 12-11-03, 09:38 AM	{ooc: actually they haven't left yet ;) } Clare looks to Lucky, "Trouble with women huh? Shall a song help you? I do feel a sudden moment to sing. Will you listen, perhaps it will soothe you."
Angel Elf 12-11-03, 09:45 AM	Standing at the :lobby: talking with the receptionist, Angel was shocked to hear the news that Gene was gone. “Gone! What do you mean Gene is gone?” She slams her hand on the counter. “He must have found out that I was looking for him” Angel turns and walks outside into the garden and prays. “Tell me my Elvin ancestors, what can I do now? For Gene has gone”
Lucky Leprechaun 12-11-03, 09:51 AM	(ooc Oh my thanks, Clare, for Lucky doesn’t see as well as he once did) Lucky mouth falls open again, Ye no has left Clare? Good then tell me why Kulideb has left the only man she could love?. (ooc Lucky can be a little delusional, :looloo: when it comes too woman)
ruthia 12-11-03, 10:05 AM	((OOC: Not to burst anyone's bubble, but Branth wouldn't be that easy to find. Well at least not by just anyone, the only one who could really find him is Gene. It's a...Student/Teacher thing. ;) )) Brad chirps to Kulideb's shadow. "I don't think we'll be able to find him." Suddenly they get called to Kulideb herself. By the time they get there Branth is long gone. ((OOC: But we all love that little Lucky.))
Lady Clare Windariete 12-11-03, 12:18 PM	She smiles to Lucky, "Have you ever thought that she hasn't left you, but merely went to go check on something and will be back? We women always come back." She gives him a wink.
Agudo Archmage 12-11-03, 06:10 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Several chefs walk in to Agudo’s office and bring a smorgasbord of delight. Everything from vegetarian meals to meat lovers heaven; breaded steamed veggie pies, salads, exotic fruits from around the realm. For the connivers they had roasted lamb, turkey, pheasant, swordfish, ribs, spiced meat pies. But that was not all, the chefs brought in the deserts as well; such as Elvin tangerine-tart cake, Strawberry Gnome mini cakes to Pixie fudge. A verity of drinks were poured, from Elvin Sweet Water, Dark Dwarven Ale, Fairy Fire Wine and a few more unusual drinks. The Headmaster was enjoying his friends all together, new and old. The food only added to the festivities of the day. Just then Aravilar felt a disturbance, detected by magic; dealing with one of the lost students. Collide excused herself to go find Branth her lost friend. “May the Light guide you Kulideb, let me know if you see or hear of anything.” Agudo then laughs at Lucky. “Now my little friend, don’t give up for like Clare said, Kulideb may come back. Besides absents makes the heart grow fonder, or so they say” He looks at his wife and rubs her shoulder.
Drindin 12-11-03, 06:35 PM	Drindin looks absently around, and hungrily at the foods, though he knows he has no chance of eating, seeing as he can't even touch it...
Good Knight 12-11-03, 08:00 PM	Keldorn sat back and patted his tummy for all the food he ate, and saw that there was plenty more to be had. “I must say Agudo, you do know how to feed an army well” The Knight smiles as he looks at the large number of guests in the room. “Well far be it from me to waste food, maybe one or two of those cakes will do for me.” He reaches out and places a large peace, trying to decide if he will need to order bigger armor after he got done eating.
aravilar_holistacia 12-11-03, 11:08 PM	Aravilar was looking every which way, trying to decide whether or not he should go after the calling visitor... He suddenly noticed Clare had an iron grip on his left hand, and he looked down. "I'm sure whatever it is, it'll be okay. Let us eat, drink, and be married--I mean, be merry," he added with a wink. He looked over at Lucky and said, "How determined are you, perian, to court this woman?" Aravilar looked over at Clare with another wink. He then said, "I believe I should retire for the night. I am weary from battle... Whenever I'm really tired, I'll know it--the spellfire starts to burn my insides." He gave a squirm in the chair. "I'll see you all later, in truth." He got up and looked at Clare. "Coming? If not, I'll be in my room should you need me." He gave her a parting kiss, and waited for the reply.
Drindin 12-11-03, 11:20 PM	it was quite clear Drindin felt like leaving, and he did so, but in no conventional manner... He was just... gone! http://www.angelfire.com/moon/fallen_heart/Custom_Smileys/Requests/Cleric
Lady Clare Windariete 12-12-03, 12:54 AM	She ate her fill of the foods, which wasn't very much as she was accustomed to eating little amounts at a time and for that she had her weight to prove it... a mere 100 lbs. :rolleyes: She smiles as Aravilar's actions then stand up while gently patting around her mouth to make sure she had not gotten anything on her. After wiping she places the napkin on the table then smiles to the others. "Thank you very much for the lovely conversation and chat. For those I have just met tonight, which is most of you, it was a pleasure to join you and meet you. Agudo, the meal was most enjoyable thank you." She takes another step back from the table and curtsies to everyone. Clare then turns to Aravilar with a smile and takes his arm, "I shall come with you."
aravilar_holistacia 12-12-03, 01:17 AM	Aravilar walked down the hall, taking the long way about the school. He said nary a word, as there was not much to be said. The sun had set during the escape from the dragon's lair, and the moonlight was illuminating the halls. He continued up the stone staircase, stopping at the door to his room. He looked figuratively at Clare, wondering if he should invite her in. His curiousity gave way. "Would... would you want to... come in?" he stammered, trying not to sound nervous.
Lady Clare Windariete 12-12-03, 10:55 AM	She nods, "Yes, I would. While I am here I must talk to you about something, its very important." As he lets her in she walks over to the bed and sits on it as it is probably the most comfortable place to sit in the room. As she sits down, she goes ahead and speaks up while he finds his seat. "I must leave for a couple of days, alone. While I am gone I promise to send some animals to give you messages and to let you know I am alright. What I will be doing is searching for a friend and also becoming intune with nature as I have been neglecting that. This is a journey I have to do alone, without help. I will never become stronger if I always have someone there with me. If my journey is successful I will be bringing my friend back as well. I know this will be hard on you, but remember... I wear the amulet that you gave me. This shall also be a reminder that I am alright and still alive." She looks at him, waiting his answer.
Let me tell you a Story 12-12-03, 03:08 PM	Emeraldeyes hadn’t eaten this well in a long time, something about being with friends made her enjoy eating so. Drindin suddenly vanished into thin air as he looked at the food. “I guess it’s a bit depressing, to see all this and not be able to eat any.” She said to the Knight Keldorn. As did so the two new engaged lovers, said goodnight and left the room. She lifted her cup and smiled as she bid them a restful sleep.
Let me tell you a Story 12-12-03, 03:08 PM	Emeraldeyes hadn’t eaten this well in a long time, something about being with friends made her enjoy eating so. Drindin suddenly vanished into thin air as he looked at the food. “I guess it’s a bit depressing, to see all this and not be able to eat any.” She said to the Knight Keldorn. As did so the two new engaged lovers, said goodnight and left the room. She lifted her cup and smiled as she bid them a restful sleep.
aravilar_holistacia 12-12-03, 07:02 PM	"If you must do this alone... There's nothing I will do to stop you. But know this," Aravilar warned her as he sat down upon the bed next to her, "if that pendant registers you in any kind of mortal peril, by the Gods I will not hold back." Aravilar lay down and closed his eyes. He opened one, looking up at Clare, and he sat back up and gave her a passionate kiss. "Are you leaving... tonight?" he asked as he lay back down.
Lady Clare Windariete 12-12-03, 08:12 PM	She nods, "Yes, I must. I should not be in any kind of danger save for the bears and whatnot though I should be able to handle those. However, if I start to fear or sense any kind of danger I will send a raven to you. Oh, please inform Agudo of my absence so that he will know." She hugs him then stands, "I must be going... I will return to you soon, hopefully I will not take more than 4 days. If I will be longer than that then I will send my rabbit to you. Or if it is unable to find you it shall send a message to Agudo," with that she starts to leave the room. She walks out and heads toward her own room, as she entered she made sure there was nothing important she would need. Seeing nothing she then walks out of her room and out the doors of the school. Before walking away she looks back, a tear could be seen rolling down her cheek. She was sad she had to leave, even if for a little while. Clare wiped it away and then continued walking, her long gray hair sweeping the ground, along with her dress. Walking into the trees' shadows she shivers yet continues as she knows her journey is much needed.
kulideb 12-13-03, 06:24 AM	Kulideb dismissed the shadow and sat down. "Its no good", she said to Brad, "we carnt do this by our selves, we need to find Gene, or Gene needs to find Branth." She sighed, "I'm going back to the school..for now, call me if you need me." With that she set off back to the school.
Golddigger Dwarf 12-13-03, 09:52 AM	Rocky and his luck had suddenly changed, fall that sitting in this goody good school had paid off. Because outside was the winged Elf, talking to herself, or maybe praying. Rocky could never tell the difference. He slowly sneaks up on her, and is just about to throw a cloth bag on the Angel. “Now I has ye!” He says as he trys to get it on her.
Golddigger Dwarf 12-13-03, 09:52 AM	Rocky and his luck had suddenly changed, fall that sitting in this goody good school had paid off. Because outside was the winged Elf, talking to herself, or maybe praying. Rocky could never tell the difference. He slowly sneaks up on her, and is just about to throw a cloth bag on the Angel. “Now I has ye!” He says as he trys to get it on her.
Agudo Archmage 12-13-03, 10:57 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The Headmaster yawned as he stretched his hands and then putting them around Aerie. “Forgive me everyone but it has been along day and as you can see my wife has had along journey.” He stands giving his hand to Aerie to help her up. “Keldorn and Emeraldeyes, I have had your rooms prepared when ever you’re ready to turn in for the night. I hope to see you early tomorrow to finish are discussion on the religious fanatics.”
Aerie 12-13-03, 11:05 PM	She stands and walks with Agudo hand in hand. “Good night everyone, Emeraldeyes, Keldorn it was a pleasure meeting you both, and Lucky your woman trouble wont last forever, your very cute.” She giggled then walked with Agudo to their room
aravilar_holistacia 12-13-03, 11:33 PM	The next morning, Aravilar suddenly woke up, the sun shining innocently through his undrawn curtains. "Blasted light," remarked Aravilar. He got up unceremoniously and walked into his bathroom. He took a cold shower before donning his teacher's robes. He walked out of his room, and walked down the staircase. He looked about, and seeing as Elvina was not at her desk, he remarked, "Where is that receptionist?" He wandered the campus for a awhile, stopping in the cathedral, which was presently being decorated for Aravilar's and Clare's wedding. He smirked before continuing his prowl of the campus. He walked outside through the main entrance, and he walked a ways through a rock garden to its center. A flower garden with several pools of glassy water and bonsai trees was a quiet place, and Aravilar sat down at its center. He said quite plainly, "Agudo, when you awake, please meet me here." He cast a sending, and his words were sphered and sent to the headmaster.
Lucky Leprechaun 12-13-03, 11:58 PM	Lucky was sorry for the party to end but Kulideb had left him and though the Aerie woman said he was cute. What Lucky really wanted was to be handsome. “Goodnight to thee as well me friends” He takes some spiced rum and makes his way to the garden. It was night then but after heavy drinking he had passed out. When he awoke he saw Aravilar sitting quietly. “Well me friend where ye woman the pretty Clare” Lucky said to Aravilar as he checked that all the rum was gone.
Angel Elf 12-14-03, 12:05 AM	outside Angel was praying when a bag was thrown over her. "What? No!" She hits behind her as hard as she can. A dwarf voice can be heard as she is a attacked.
Golddigger Dwarf 12-14-03, 12:40 AM	The elbow to the ribs took Rocky by surprise, he gasped for air as he let go of the winged woman Angel. “Blast ye,” He gasps for more air and make a run for the forest before she can get out of the bag. After ten minutes of running he sits down by a stream. “Rocky yer an old fool, for a girl kicked thy old hide”
aravilar_holistacia 12-14-03, 12:44 AM	Aravilar opened one eye and said to Lucky, "She has awayed to... somewhere. She requested I did not go." Aravilar closed his eye and continued to think over his spells... and Clare.
kulideb 12-14-03, 09:17 AM	The elf was almost back to the school when she thought she heard some one shout out, is had been so lost in thought about Branth that she hadnt really been paying attention to her surroundings. She pulled out her dagger and headed off towards where she thought the scream had come from.
Agudo Archmage 12-14-03, 10:13 AM	http://http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The morning had come all to soon for Agudo as he awoke, by his side was the woman he loved. He smiled, as he kissed her, not waking her as he did. He got up and made his way to the washroom. After splashing his face and some basic grooming he felt the call of Aravilar. The Headmaster thought about it and said to himself, that he couldn’t think of a better way to start the day than in the garden. Within a few minutes, Agudo had made his way down the tower and into the morning sun. “The Light has given us a glories day don’t you think Aravilar? Oh hello Lucky I see you have enjoyed a bit to much drink again. Do you need a healer for you hangover?”
aravilar_holistacia 12-14-03, 09:58 PM	"Glorious... and deadly, Agudo. Clare has left on a mission alone, and she told me to stay here. "I feel like a dog on a leash." Aravilar sighed and looked around at the garden. "I figured this place was a good one to memorize spells, don't you agree?"
Agudo Archmage 12-14-03, 10:33 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The Headmaster set down and looked around “Yes Aravilar, its tranquil, in fact I believe one of the Far East students created this part of the garden.” Agudo puts his hand on Aravilar shoulder and winks. “I take it that your worried that Clare will get into trouble? Not surprising with the luck she has been having, of late with people of her past. Yet she is a free woman now, and wishes to see what she can do on her own.” He pauses then continues. “I relies that doesn’t give you comfort, but you do love her and have excepted her decision, Some times it’s the hardest thing to do…. Is to trust some one with your heart.”
Angel Elf 12-14-03, 11:23 PM	Angel was in a panic she threw back the sack and fell to her knees. At that moment she saw Kulideb coming. “My sister in blood, help me Kulideb”
Good Knight 12-15-03, 12:15 AM	The Knight of the RadiantHeart, had seen the sunrise, in the wee hours of the morning. He had said his daily prayers, and swore and oath to uphold righteousness this day. After that he had entered the washroom, and always laughed at the hot water that came out of the faucet. Not because he was not cultured, for where he came from Amn, had bathhouses with warm water. But the thought of everyone, from the richest woman to the poorest man; having their own private tub was? Agudo like. He lay slowly in the water, relaxing his old bones. “Even Queens and Kings don’t have it better than the students at Agudo’s School.”
aravilar_holistacia 12-15-03, 12:35 AM	Aravilar rose. He began to pace along the rock path. "If you can, imagine a world, Agudo, where you are the only constant. Where your friends wither and die away, nations crumble and are born again, and entire families are grown and killed. "This world is my own. Every time I think about... her..." Aravilar trailed off. He bit his tongue before continuing. "Keya was the most beautiful elven maiden I have... had ever seen," Aravilar said. Aravilar had finally done it. He said aloud... her... name. The name that he vowed he would never repeat again to anyone. Almost fifty years ago, Aravilar was set to marry Keya Morningstar, an elven maiden, at a ceremony in Evereska. Tragedy struck, though, as a corrupt mage cast a spell, transporting the couple into the fields outside the protection of the city's shielding, the so-called Mythal. Outside the protection field waited a balor. Aravilar was not able to overcome the beast before it had exacted a terrible fate on his bride-to-be: the Balor cut down Keya. For a good while after that day, Aravilar had tried hard to restore his bride by using his chronomantic powers... to no avail. Since he gave up trying to resurrect his bride, he had been wandering the world, searching for a purpose to his life. Aravilar looked up from his reverie and said, "When your life-mate dies, are not you supposed to die with them? That was my curse! I could not do what was required of me. "It is a terrible fate to have to suffer the death of your bonded... your mother, father, brother... To live past your nephews and nieces, their children..." Aravilar said. He looked around at his surroundings. "I don't want to have to see Clare grow old and wither and die too. The longer she and I can stay together, here, the more time I have with her." He looked back at Agudo. "Don't tell Clare about this, okay? About the immortality thing. I will do it... When she gets back. "I will have to ask her, 'Do you really wish to marry someone who will never grow old and who will watch you die while he is still the same as he was so long ago?' Aravilar began to pace again. "When she returns, I will have to talk to her... for a long time."
Lady Clare Windariete 12-15-03, 12:43 AM	A beautiful white dove flies around the school, looking for someone in particular, occassionally it flies near a window and peeks in. Upon one lucky look down it sees the person. Slowly flying down it lands on Aravilar's shoulder and waits.
kulideb 12-15-03, 04:26 AM	Kulideb ran towards the winged elf and the dwarf. Tucking her dagger into her belt, she grabed her bow and aimed an arrow at the dwarf. "What is going on here!" She guessed that the dwarf was in the wrong seeing how it was the elf who had been in the sack, but she belived in allowing others to explain them selves.
Agudo Archmage 12-16-03, 12:07 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The Headmaster stood and looked to Aravilar, thoughtfully. “I will not betray your trust, your secret is safe with me. Yet you are not the first who has experienced this problem of immortality. I will not name names, as it would be. But in the Dalelands to the North a famous mage lives.” Agudo paused before continuing. “ This un-named mage has had the same problem as you. To love someone and watch them die, I told him long ago, he could always ask the one who gave it to him; to be set free of the gift of mortality. Yet he had to admit deep down …. He wanted to live.” The Headmaster walked closer to Aravilar. “I am not asking you to set yourself free of a long life. Only you can decide if you want Clare enough to die with her, instead of without her.”
Let me tell you a Story 12-16-03, 12:17 AM	Emeraldeyes had return to her grove for the night but by morning she once again made her way back to the school She walked up the stares and waited near Agudo’s office. She needed answers to the possible war ahead.
Let me tell you a Story 12-16-03, 12:17 AM	Emeraldeyes had return to her grove for the night but by morning she once again made her way back to the school She walked up the stares and waited near Agudo’s office. She needed answers to the possible war ahead.
Angel Elf 12-16-03, 12:24 AM	She watched as the dwarf ran off from Kulideb. “By the flying Elvin people thank you Kulideb for helping me. Please is there some place we can talk, privately?
Lucky Leprechaun 12-16-03, 12:29 AM	Lucky sat quietly as the two wizards poured their sappy story out. He always liked a good love story and this was pretty good. Lucky walked with Aravilar wanting to show his support, even making the same expressions as the Elf “Don’t worry Elf mage, I be ye friend. I can live as long as their be Rainbows.”. :D
Lucky Leprechaun 12-16-03, 12:31 AM	Lucky then jumped up on Aravilar shoulder and patted the pointy ears of the Elf. “Ye see Aravilar ye wont be alone.” He then takes out his violin and plays a jig. To warm the heart of the Elf.
Aerie 12-16-03, 12:41 AM	Aerie awoke to the sound of music, in fact it sounded like a far off violin. “Oh my, Agudo must be having Bard classes.” She slowly rises from the warm bed and makes her way to the window. Aerie looks down and sees Agudo with two of the people from last night. “Well it looks like the party hasn’t stopped, for they have a one man…or should I say Leprechaun band going on.”
Lady Clare Windariete 12-16-03, 01:42 AM	The bird, on Aravilar's shoulder, ruffles its feathers slightly as Agudo stepped near Aravilar. The dove's eyes watch Agudo and coos softly.
kulideb 12-16-03, 06:52 AM	Kulideb sent an arrow after the fleeing dwarf, it hit the ground just in front of him sending up a small cloud of dirt. "We could talk back at the school in my room if you wish." she said to the winged elf.
Agudo Archmage 12-16-03, 09:47 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The Headmaster smiled at the bird on Aravilar shoulder, and thought Lucky had a real talent for music. As Agudo waited for Aravilar to reply, he just happen to look up at the Wizard’s tower and saw his wife looking out the window. He signald with his hand to say hello, and to let her know to join them.
Angel Elf 12-16-03, 10:09 PM	“Yes sister that will do nicely let us go to your room. I would tell you now but as you can see its dangerous out here. But trust me it is a time of great danfger for all.” Angel then followed Kulideb
Angel Elf 12-16-03, 10:09 PM	“Yes sister that will do nicely let us go to your room. I would tell you now but as you can see its dangerous out here. But trust me it is a time of great danfger for all.” Angel then followed Kulideb
Lucky Leprechaun 12-16-03, 10:28 PM	Lucky sees the bird and thinks it would make a good flying animal, for him to ride on. “Don’t move me friend Aravilar, for a beast is about to peck thy eyes out! But I shall save ye and thy eyes” Lucky makes a leap on to the back of the bird. Lucky is only a few inches tall, so it’s a nice fit. “Fly me magical horse bird and take me to me pot of gold” (ooc its up to Clare as what the bird does.)
Lady Clare Windariete 12-16-03, 10:34 PM	The bird turns its head to look at Luck, its voice soft and musical and sounds just like Clare's voice, "Perhaps your lucky charms (ooc: *hehe* had to add it) will work on something or someone else. I did not come for your riding pleasure, I came with a message for Aravilar."
Lucky Leprechaun 12-16-03, 10:48 PM	“A talking bird! I be rich! Can ye believe it Agudo, O’ wait thy owl of yer can talk? O’ well I thought I had the first.” Lucky hops off and lands on Aravilar head. Lucky smiles at everyone as if all is ok. :cool:
Lady Clare Windariete 12-16-03, 10:51 PM	The bird ruffles its feathers once more, its beady brown eyes looking at Lucky and occassionally turning to look at Aravilar. To stretch its feathers it flies over to Agudo and lands on his arm, with a few flaps of her wings.
Aerie 12-16-03, 11:14 PM	Aerie waves back at her husband and she glances back to make sure nothing is behind her. Aerie opens her wings and leaps from the top of the tower window. Like majestic bird she loops a few times then gracefully lands on the ground. Her wings refold under her cloak, and she walks over and hugs Agudo. “Hello my love I see the garden is as beautiful as the rest of the school” She then turns to Lucky and the bird. “Is that your pet, or Availed”
Leenaria The Pixie 12-16-03, 11:36 PM	http://ew2.lysator.liu.se/loth/s/h/sherryla/poppypixie.jpg A pixie, flying through the school's garden grew tired and was panting heavily. Her wings looks like those of a butterfly with black and white patterns. Her hair a beautiful red that easily hangs down past her back with a shamrock tucked nicely behind her ear, and her dress was very similar to her wings and was cut quite short abover her knees. She had flown miles across the water to get to this place. Seeing another woman (Aerie) here she lands on her shoulder, though before she could land she passes out and her body falls downward to the ground.
Agudo Archmage 12-17-03, 01:04 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The Headmaster saw the pixie fall and picked her up gently in his hand. “Little friend of flight are you ok”?
Leenaria The Pixie 12-17-03, 01:10 AM	She opens her eyes, which are green like emeralds, and looks up at Agudo. "Y..yes, I've flown across the ocean to be here. I've heard good things about the place, and about a man named Agudo." Gaining her bearings she stands, with the help of his thumb. "Do you know where I can find sir Agudo?" She flutters her wings with anticipation of his reply. She picks the shamrock from her hair and smiles, "And sir if you would point me to Lucky as this is a gift to him." She holds it up for him to see with a bright smile.
kulideb 12-17-03, 04:12 AM	The elf led the way into the school grounds and to the tower where the students lived. She opened the door to her room and asked the winged elf in. She pulled out a chair for her guest and then sat crossed legged on the bed. "Mani naa essa en lle?" she saked the winged elf. (elven for what is your name.)
aravilar_holistacia 12-17-03, 08:02 AM	"'Til Clare returns," he began, "I see no reason to press the issue." Aravilar watched with some degree of amusement as Lucky tried to ride the dove. He looked at the newly arrived pixie and said, "You most certainly have found them both, fairy. This man is Agudo of the Light," Aravilar said, gesturing to the blue-robed wizard. "And this pestering perian is Lucky." He pulled the leprechaun from his now-tangled hair and sat him on a rock in the middle of the pond. "Glad backagain, Lady Aerie, for it is always a pleasure to see you," Aravilar said as he motioned to the bird to land upon his outstretched hand. Aravilar said, "From whence have you come, angeldove?" He reached out to give the bird a perch. Aravilar made a painful face as he sat down on the ground. "So, dove, what news of my beloved?"
Lady Clare Windariete 12-17-03, 08:08 AM	The dove flew to Aravilar's place of offered perch, then upon landing ruffles its feathers again. The dove speaking in Clare's voice, "She is well and wanted me to tell you that she has found her friend. Though I, myself, don't know how much longer she will be gone. The one she seeks out is healing, she has helped him. I never knew she could heal though."
aravilar_holistacia 12-17-03, 08:16 AM	"That is excellent news, angeldove. Tell me: she has helped... him?" Aravilar shot a curious... however somewhat jealous look at the bird.
Lady Clare Windariete 12-17-03, 08:20 AM	The bird coos for a minute then continues, "Yes, he is an orc."
aravilar_holistacia 12-17-03, 08:32 AM	"An orc, you say?" Now Aravilar was truly interested in this. "Curious..." he said, while he wiggled his fingers. A spell-orb appeared, and Aravilar said, "Find Clare." The orb winked a gold and silver color, then sped away into the air. "An orc, you said? What kind of orc are we talking about? What malevolence is this?" he said, his voice rising.
Lady Clare Windariete 12-17-03, 08:37 AM	The bird continues, "Well, it is a good orc, most unusual in your own words, for one like him. Though I fear he fancies her and she seems not to notice it. The orc does not want to harm her and has protected her once. He is of no threat to you."
aravilar_holistacia 12-17-03, 09:24 AM	The umbral orb traveled quickly, accelerating to its full speed. It opened a small aperture on its side and a small gen was extended; a diamond, glowing a bright yellow, pulsating with light. There! a voice was heard inside the orb's artificial intelligence. The electrum-plated spell changed direction and dove into a forest of old duskwood trees. The sentient spell traveled quickly... It stopped short of a thicket of trees, however, and a blue and white beam fired from its front. The trees shook and gave way, opening a hole just wide enough for the orb. Said orb moved through the opening, sweeping the area with a diffused green light. It stopped on a silver piece, and it changed its color to a deep red. The orb moved closer to one tree, which was splattered with blood. Suddenly, upon Clare's neck, the amulet emitted a bright pulse of yellow light. The orb glowed a similar yellow, and it moved in close. "Glad to see you again, Clare," the orb said. "Your angeldove was telling me you were off to find a friend?" The orb opened another aperture, and a projected image appeared. An elven mage, a High Mage by the red and gold of his robes, appeared. "I miss you, milady! When shalt you return to our home? Each moment you are away pains my heart." The elven mage, who appeared about twenty-five summers old but who was actually many times that, blinked his mismatched, gold-flecked eyes at his fiancée. He smiled as he saw the electrum and diamond ring upon Clare's finger. "Agudo and Lady Aerie are making preparations for the wedding, my dear!" he said, still beaming. He looked around, his red robes sweeping around the forest glen. "Why greetings, good sir. I do not believe we have been properly introduced? I am Aravilar Holistacia, a teacher at the School of Light and Magic. It is an honor to meet you," he said, his insubstantial, projected form holding out a friendly hand. He quickly retreived that hand, though, when he saw that the man was an orc. "What business do you have as such, with milady?" the elf said, defensively. The diamond upon the orb glowed a light blue, and it began to pile abjurations upon itself and Clare. And there was Aravilar. The projected image was dispelled by the orb, and there was the mage, flesh and blood. "I suggest you explain, orqu. I am not known for my patience when it comes to deception," Aravilar said. He turned to Clare, not fearing attack from the wounded humanoid. He kissed his soon-to-be wife, and threw his arms around her. "Too long away, too short in meeting," he said the traditional elven words. "I sincerely hope you are in good health, Clare." He released her and turned back to the orc, speaking in High Elven, knowing full well that there was a good chance the orc would understand. "Mankoi naa lle sinome yassen'arwenamin, orqu?" OOC: Sorry to Agudo, Lucky, Aerie, and the pixie for my abrupt departure. <<In an accent a la Arnold Schwartzenegger>> I'll be back!
Agudo Archmage 12-17-03, 01:13 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The Headmaster bid Aravilar his due, and return his attention to the Pixie. “Yes as stated by are departed school faculty member, I am Agudo the Headmaster of this school, and my student Lucky stands before you . But more importantly how can we help you? And as long as I am asking questions, from what ocean have you traveled over?”
Good Knight 12-17-03, 03:15 PM	Keldorn Fircam made his way to his old friends office, when he saw Emeraldeyes already there. “Why hello enchantress, I see we both have come to see Agudo. Allow me to open the door, for we go way back and I am sure he wouldn’t mind.” He offers Emeraldeyes to go in first and the pulls out a plush seat for her. “I hope we could continue are conversation on the Fanatic woman of the north.”
Leenaria The Pixie 12-18-03, 01:56 AM	Originally posted by Agudo Archmage The Headmaster bid Aravilar his due, and return his attention to the Pixie. “Yes as stated by are departed school faculty member, I am Agudo the Headmaster of this school, and my student Lucky stands before you . But more importantly how can we help you? And as long as I am asking questions, from what ocean have you traveled over?” She smiles to Agudo and bows, "I am Leenaria (pronounced lee-nar-ree-uh). I have come to observe your school as requested by the King and Queen of Irela, that is... if you don't mind. The ocean? Oh, I am not sure of the name but it tis the one that lays just over there perhaps an hour or so walk from here." As Lucky was pointed out she smiles and turns to him, "Lucky! I have come bearing a gift for you, I hope you will accept!" She then looks between the two waiting a reply.
Let me tell you a Story 12-18-03, 04:23 PM	As they sat she was pleased by Keldorn’s boldness, he seem like a man to lead others. “I am sure your right Agudo will not mind us continuing are important planning” She listens to the wind that only she seems to hear. “Zhent Keep may fall in a few months, and wile that may be no loss to the good folk. It will free the fanatic of Messianica to attack others less evil.”
aravilar_holistacia 12-18-03, 08:38 PM	OOC: Still in the woods. "Jealousy is a human trait, Clare. I would not presume to be jealous over anyone... It is an elven custom to allow an elf-maid her freedom in respects to her life. Compassion, perhaps. Protectivitity? Yes." The elf turned away and mumbled something in Elven. "Manka re ere'sinte mani ta'naa na'ilfirin..." He turned back. "If you were as I am, Clare, you would understand. When you have watched your first true love die without being able to die as well, you would understand. When you realize the horrible and terrifying truth that you are not as your friends and enemies... you will understand." The elf waded into the pond, and his robes were astonishingly not soaked by the water. He raised his hands, and his silverfire and spellfire formed a ball of magic that he fired into the water. The water sizzled, and a bit evaporated. "Immortals who are forced to watch their friends wither and grow old, then die, are cursed. I am cursed..." Aravilar turned around to Clare, tears of flame running down his face in a small stream, the almost crystalline firetears splashing in the water. Although he was dripping tears, his face was not contorted into a sad or depressed one. In fact, he was showing more love than anything else. "Ever since that fateful day, during the Time of Troubles, my heart has not been flesh and blood has not run in my veins. Spellfire is my heart, and spellflame is my blood. I am sustained by what I wield... It is a curse beyond comprehension. But it is my service to Mystra. "I do not wish to see you suffer the same fate as Keya... I am prepared to sacrifice myself to see your survival in any situation. What hurts the most is hearing you accuse me of jealousy..." His eyes were alight with spellfire, the flames dancing in his pupils. He looked down, a torrent of fire spilling forth from his tearing eyes into the pond. The small firetears fell into the pond, becoming crystalline and a soft red color... Crystals of fire, as it were. He wiped his flaming eyes, almost catching his dry robes on fire as he did so. "Now, allow me to take care of these burns you have..." The mage walked to Clare and placed a hand upon her shoulder. Blue flames coursed into Clare's body, healing her wounded soul and her burnt mind, fully curing her body. He retrieved his hand. "Tell the orqu I apologize for my Elven-ness," he said as he prepared to leave. He held out his hand to Clare and said, "Please come back with me. There is more to tell you... More than I can say while I am standing in the middle of the Dire Wood." He raised his other hand to his eyes, wiping more fire from his sockets. For the second time in his life, Aravilar felt as if he had lost something important. The first time was when... she... was snatched from his grasp in the midst of matrimony. Now, the second, Aravilar felt as if Clare was gone forever, spiraling more and more into the dark abyss that was Aravilar's mind. As Aravilar awaited Clare's response, seconds turned into minutes, and minutes to hours. The two stood there for hours, Aravilar's hand outstretched like a monolith of stone. The fire had not subsided, and a veritable puddle of tears were laying upon the soft earth outside the pond. Aravilar kept thinking back to that fateful day... Aravilar stood at the end of the procession, his eyes gleaming with pride and excitement. He watched as Keya walked slowly down the long, snowy path to Corellon's altar. When she finally arrived, he took her arms and the duo stepped up to the altar, arm in arm. The priest of Corellon began to speak, but fire engulfed the statue of the god. The statue shattered into blocks of stone and mounds of gray dust; in its midst stood a nigh-nine foot tall Balor. The balor growled, and in one swift stroke it tore into Keya's stomach with its claws before Aravilar had fired a black death magic into its gaping mouth. The elf-maiden fell to the ground, blood staining her white wedding gown. Aravilar reached out and caught her head as she fell to the snowy floor, his fingers running through her chestnut brown hair. The red liquid spilled onto Aravilar's blue robes... The girl mouthed, "I love you... Aravilar..." before her eyes went dark and her figure went limp in his arms... The mage shook involuntarily, as if he were awaking from a dream. He was still holding out his hand to Clare, who was staring into his eyes. Aravilar glanced up into the sky, and he realized that more than three hours had passed. He looked back to Clare and said, "I think I have said too much. Shall I leave?"
aravilar_holistacia 12-18-03, 10:52 PM	OOC: Still in the Woods. "I shall await your return... for now, I shall wait here. Perhaps the waters of this pure pond shall absolve me of my failures..." The mage, still streaming fire, sat in the cool water and sighed, mumbling more elven, although this time, someone answered. An elf-maiden, clad in red and blue and with mismatched eyes like Aravilar, slowly phased into reality, sprawled on the ground. Aravilar watched in half-awe, half-total shock as the body of Keya Moonstar materialized on the soft moss next to him. "By Corellon, Hanali, Sehanine, and the Lady of Mysteries! What...! How...?" Aravilar lost his words as the girl slowly revitalized. As if she was born again, her newly drawn breath was as her first. The girl sat up, her shoulder-length chestnut locks swirling about her head. She opened her eyes, and as she caught sight of her former lover, she gasped audibly. "By Hanali and Corellon, where am I?" she said, her angelic voice filling Aravilar's ears. Aravilar could not find words... He merely sat there, staring into her mismatched blue and gold eyes, the reflected light from the gold flecks in them twinking innocently at him. He tried to say something... A jumbled phrase came out, and she put a finger to his lips. "Shhhh..." she said. "A gift of the gods is not to be questioned." She threw her arms around his shoulders and laid her head down upon his shoulder. Aravilar said in rapid High Elven, "Amin... Amin nowe lle aute e'a'numendor, e'a'Seldarinelye! Ed'Seldarine amin dura lle nae'ba!" he stammered. << I... I thought you had gone to the west, to the gods! I thought you were dead! >> The girl swept up to his cheek and kissed it lightly, her lips barely touching his face. Their noses touching, she said, "Utune en'Seldarine naa utua melyanna, melamin." << To ask of the gods is to receive a dear gift, my love. >> Aravilar dropped yet another tear, and this time, his tear was met with another fiery tear from his arisen bride. The two sat in the water, cradling each other for awhile, until Aravilar said, "I have to attend to Clare." Keya looked absolutely petrified as he released her and got up, leaving her in the water. "Clare?" she said, not entirely sure of his intentions. Aravilar said to the silver-haired human, "Clare... Meet Keya Moonstar... my wife."
Lady Clare Windariete 12-18-03, 11:09 PM	She turned around as he spoke to her, "Your wife?" She looks to Keya with a sincere smile, "It is a pleasure to meet you. You have a great husband, perhaps one of the more kind, gentle, and sweet ones." Her eyes then turn to look at Aravilar, "You must be quite happy to see your wife of old return to you." Her eyes filled with tears and she turns to walk away, but thinking of something she looks to the two of them, "May the gods bless your marriage. I could think of no happier couple than perhaps the two of you, even though I do not know you Keya." Her eyes fall on Aravlar once more. "Thank you for everything, I will not forget the things you've done for me." She looks downward then sighs. She then headed toward where Thog was and lets the tears that had welled up in her eyes, roll down her cheeks like that of rain rolling off a leaf and into a puddle upon the ground. Her emotions rage deep within her, as she tries to sort through them and figure out which she feels more, anger, jealousy, or hurt. As she now stood beside Thog, she sat down beside him. Her back resting against the tree and her eyes closed. Her beautiful gray hair resting behind her, save for the occassional breeze that blew a few strands around her.
aravilar_holistacia 12-18-03, 11:36 PM	Aravilar watched as Clare went over to Thog, presumably to check his wounds. "Thank you, elendilamin," Keya said, still quite politely confused. She turned her innocent eyes back upon Aravilar as the receding Clare disappeared behind a tree. "Who is that, melamin?" the young elf-maid asked of Aravilar. "I..." Aravilar began, but Keya shook her head. "I can tell what you mean, melamin. Is she your lover?" the girl asked bluntly, in the traditional Elven custom. Aravilar opened his mouth, and he promptly shut it. He thought for a moment, and he said, "We were engaged. I apologize... I lost faith in the gods..." he lamented, hanging his head down. "Do you think I am any better for returning to you like this?" the other elf said, walking over to him and sitting next to him, putting her head back on his shoulder. "I expected you to have moved on." Aravilar leaned his head agaist hers and said, "I don't know what I should do... I can tell she is feeling a maelstrom of emotion right now." He pulled the pendant out from a woolen pocket. "You know what this is." The girl nodded and pulled out a blue sapphire pendant, which was surrounded in a cage of pure gold. "Remember? I have one too," said the girl. The sapphire glowed a bright pink as she touched its cage. Aravilar looked into his diamond and saw that it was radiating a bright pink as well. From the woods came a silvery chain with a silvery pendant attached. The gem landed with a splash, and Aravilar quickly cast a spell, snatching the jewel from the depths. "What have we here?" Keya said, but she frowned. She looked at her sapphire and to the new amulet's emerald. This emerald glowed with a white light, and the girl tapped it with her sapphire. The white glow traveled from the old to the new gem, and now the sapphire radiated a white light. Keya smiled and said, "Should I wear it?" Aravilar made a noncommittal noise, and the she-elf laughed. "Here... Put it on me, see how it looks! I have worn it for so long... but not with the light returned..." Aravilar did so, and as he did, Keya said, "I am glad we are together again, melamin... For untold years I was neither spirit nor flesh... Did you know that immortality is lonely?" Aravilar's face turned slightly rigid as she said that, and he blurted, "Lle nyara amin lle naa vee'Seldarine?" << You mean to tell me you are as the gods themselves? >> Keya smiled slightly and said, "Now we both are. Allow me to explain..." Keya told Aravilar that when he had spoken about her, it was as if Corellon had cried his own tears. He called to his daughter's spirit, and he said to the girl, "You are not meant to be in the land of the dead, Chosen of my sister..." She said that Hanali Celanil, elven goddess of love and beauty, appeared to her in Arvandor and told her, "My Chosen, you are to be as your love is..." That was when Keya appeared to Aravilar in the waters of the pond. Aravilar said, "I see Lady Mystra and the Lady Hanali have senses of humor, to give us this gift." Keya smiled again, her dazzling smile alighting Aravilar's face, a smile spreading across his features. "Shall we go? It is getting cold," said the Chosen of Hanali Celanil. "I need to know whether Clare is alright or not," replied the Chosen of Mystra. The Chosen of Hanali stood and said, "If I were you," she began, her smile still dazzling Aravilar, "I would leave her to her own for a moment. I know I would not wish to be lectured after something like this." "You know me all too well, arwenamin," Aravilar said, and he stretched his legs. "We should retrurn to the school." "The School?" his wife said, a curious look spreading across her face. "Agudo's School of Light and Magic. My newfound home," Aravilar replied in kind. The duo vanished in the wake of a teleportation spell. A soft sound of crying could be heard in the forest mists.
Lucky Leprechaun 12-18-03, 11:47 PM	“Lucky likes gifts especially :drool: expensive gifts, but a gif t is a gift. Let me have it!” Lucky jumped over to the Pixie :drool: with expecting hands out. :drool:
Lady Clare Windariete 12-18-03, 11:48 PM	She looks Thog over and makes sure his wounds were healed well. Seeing that they were she stands, "Thog, if you have anywhere to go, please allow me to accompany you. As I have no place to be as of now. I cannot go back to the school for they will only send thoughts of sympathy toward me. I do not wish to hear that for it will only drive me crazy." She sighs. "I seem to have sorrow and trouble follow me wherever I seem to go. I should not travel any longer but perhaps seek a master, as much as I do not wish to. At least a master will not send any emotion my way but hatred or none at all. My mind will be to busy to even think of what's just happened." She frowns, "Well, I'm rambling more than usual, forgive me Thog. I know you do not wish to hear of that." Her eyes look toward in which direction the school is. "I have to send a message to Agudo and let him know that I will no longer be attending and that they can clean my room out. As if there is much to clean anyway... well I would like to get my instrument." She gently pats Thog's shoulder, "Wait for me here please."
Leenaria The Pixie 12-18-03, 11:50 PM	Originally posted by Lucky Leprechaun “Lucky likes gifts especially :drool: expensive gifts, but a gif t is a gift. Let me have it!” Lucky jumped over to the Pixie :drool: with expecting hands out. :drool: She smiles to Lucky, "Here you go!" She gently places the shamrock in his hands. "You know you should learn manners cutie, it would add to your ... well..." She smiles and flutters her wings a little.
aravilar_holistacia 12-18-03, 11:56 PM	The duo appeared outside the front steps to the school, hand in hand. Aravilar motioned to his wife that they should enter, and he opened the oaken door for her. Aravilar looked around for Agudo, and he noticed he was still in the rock garden. He said to his chestnut-haired dove, "I believe the headmaster is still in the contemplation," using the Old Elven term. He led the way back through the doors and outside to the rock garden. He spotted the pixie, Agudo, Aerie, his wife, and Lucky the leprechaun. He called out to them, "Good day, melloneamin! I must apologize for my untimely departure, but I have great news. I had once told you about my Keya?" Aravilar motioned for the Chosen to show herself. "This is Keya Moonstar, Chosen of Hanali Celanil.... and my wife." Aravilar braced himself for he was sure that there would be a bit of stunned silence. "She was returned to our world by the grace of Corellon and the Lady Hanali... almost 1000 years after that terrible day! Agudo, milord! Please tell me you are surprised!" Aravilar said, still uneasy about Clare. Keya, being an elf and in tune with her husband's emotions, slipped an arm around his waist and said, "May the gods smile on our meeting, lords and fey-kind," she said eloquently.
Lady Clare Windariete 12-19-03, 12:08 AM	Clare disappeared from her place at the woods and appears infront of the school. Seeing a student outside she walks over to her and asks if she knows where Agudo is. The girls nods and says something about seeing him in the garden with a few others. She smiles and says thanks. Clare heads to the rock garden and upon entering she spots Aravilar and Keya together. She could not hold the tears that she had tried to hold back. She brushed against Keya as she walked past them. Clare acknowledged everyone there, as she met Aravilar's and Keya's gaze she said through clenched teeth, "Forgive me if I may cut into your happy words with everyone here." Anyone that knew Clare, knew that she had never had such anger like this inside her. She stepped near Agudo and whispered, "Clean my room and take my name off the roll list of any clases I was in. I fear I cannot stay here Agudo, thank you for everything." She hugged Agudo warmly and then started walking off, as she began to walk away her ankle twisted on a rock that had been misplaced. She groaned, kneeled down to attend her ankle. She placed one finger on her ankle and warmth, a firery warmth surged through her and she groaned out in pain again. Her body then grew a red aura around her, her body producing massive waves of heat. As the waves near anyone close to her, it feels almost as though it would cinge their skin.
aravilar_holistacia 12-19-03, 12:29 AM	Keya whimpered as the almost-aflame Clare brushed past, speaking words of departure. Aravilar merely stared, and tried not to speak. The silver-haired woman walked past again, and Aravilar dared not turn his head to watch her leave. He heard a cry of pain, and felt heat waves from behind him, and yet he did not move. He answered the unspoken question. "I cannot undo what the gods have willed to be so. I cannot question their judgment, no matter how questionable it is." Keya looked up into Aravilar's eyes and said, "I cannot bear to see you like this!" Aravilar merely laid a hand upon his forehead and spoke a word of calm. He stopped trembling and instead held his lady closer. He finally worked up the courage to turn about and he called, "Clare! You need not go! Do not go without your heart being untroubled, for a troubled heart on a journey spells certain defeat... I would know," the tragic elf said, his voice faltering. He averted his gaze back to the rock pool, which was still churning away, a waterfall of water pouring forth under the glowing orb. He suddenly said, "Lord Agudo, when you feel it necessary, please come to my room... I must speak with you about matters of the heavens." He looked up to Agudo and said, "I do not believe the school will last more than a tenday, for a grave disturbance in the Weave is upon us. A feel..." he started, and Keya chimed in. "There is a ripple effect, emanating from a glade in the southern deserts... and another, originating from the icy North." Aravilar continued, "Mystra wills me to seek out this disturbance... She tells me it is a devil of a man... A man imbued with the forces of the night. "I will retire to my quarters for now... I must prepare my most powerful defenses and attacks. Please come to my quarters when you are ready. But please hurry... Even for immortals, time is of the essence." Aravilar grasped Keya's hand and said, "Let's get some rest, shall we?" The duo vanished from sight.
Lady Clare Windariete 12-19-03, 12:40 AM	After healing herself she disappeared as well, only to reappear in Aravilar's room. When the two appeared inside, she was sitting ontop of the desk in the shadows her body still covered with the red aura, seeing them appear she begins to speak. "A troubled heart? I would have thought that you, Aravilar, would know what has troubled my heart, my heart who has never loved but once." Her eyes glared into his. She turned her icy glare turns to Keya, "How dare you come in at such a time, how dare you return at all! The gods should not have been so nice to you!" Her body could hold in its rage and heat no longer. Her back arched and the red aura collected together and it burst into many small flames of heat. Her eyes now glowing silver, "Good eve..." With a gust of wind she was turned into a raven and flew straight through the glass of the window. Hitting the glass it shatters into many pieces, blood drops drip onto the window sil from the raven's body. The raven continued to fly away with anger and rage.
aravilar_holistacia 12-19-03, 12:43 AM	The surprised Aravilar and reproached Keya said in unison, in a calm and cool voice, "Hold." The powerful dual casting was shot towards the raven, a band of green radiance shooting forth from the broken glass.
Lady Clare Windariete 12-19-03, 12:48 AM	The creature fought and wriggled its way from the hold, but could not get past the spell. In Keya's and Aravilar's minds they hear, "How dare you, whoever or if it is both of you, that do this to me! Let me fly back to Thog where he has never once turned a mean cheek to me, never once broken a part of me. If either of you care about me, or even have some sympathy," the voice now lessens from an angry tone to a sad one, "then let me go and fly to him. Where hopefully he can comfort this heart of mine or just offer an ear of sympathy."
aravilar_holistacia 12-19-03, 12:53 AM	"You are running from your emotions and problems, Clare!" Aravilar called out. "You shall stay right here until you have resolved them." He motioned to the spell, and it dragged the bird back into the room. Keya patched the window with a spell. He released the spell that bound the raven, and he cast another to seal the room. "Would you turn your back on your friend?" Aravilar said in protest. "I know what this meant to you... And Corellon knows I would do anything to right this for you... But the gods will it so, and who am I but a commoner versus their will? "Speak with me... with us," he added, looking to Keya's gold and blue eyes. "We can still be friends, elendil."
Lady Clare Windariete 12-19-03, 12:58 AM	She transforms back into her normal form, she sits on the desk, "I have nothing left to say to either of you, other than ..." She looks to Aravilar, "You are not my friend, you are just an aquaintence to me now. A friend would not have held such a secret until his own wife showed up!" Her eyes still icy and gray look to Keya, "I definitely have nothing to say to you!" She draws her knees up close to her and rests her forehead on her knees, she weeps sorrowfully. The sound of her weeping sounds like that of an angel whose lost its way.
aravilar_holistacia 12-19-03, 01:05 AM	"Was such a secret kept so that it would protect you from yourself?" Aravilar said, feeling as if an ice cube had slipped into his stomach at the very thought... Keya said, "I do not mean to have hurt you in any way, Clare. But, is it not proper and necessary for us to be reunited? We were already joined... when I was slain. Could you not see what I do? "How would you feel, in my place? Coming back to an unfamiliar world, the only constant being your old love? What would you do?" she said, her anger rising. Aravilar interposed a hand betweem the two women. "Without answering my question you do not change anything. Would you turn your back on the one who did so much for you? "Keya has a point... Would that we were not already joined! But we were lovers... once, and again we must be. That is our right and our wills!"
Agudo Archmage 12-19-03, 01:07 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The Pixie had just given the nice gift to Lucky, who with a role of the Headmaster eyes accepted with less than humble thanks. Aerie leaning against Agudo chest in a hug giggling at Lucky, when Aravilar and a new woman approached. After a shocking statement about this new Elvin woman being his wife. Aravilar asked nervously if he was surprised. “Well…By the Light yes!” Agudo was not sure what was going on and wondered about Clare, yet being a good host he reached out and shook the hand of Keya. “May your path be guided by the Light and may you always be welcome in my sight. Agudo then turned his head for a second and looked at Aravilar, then back at Keya. “As Aravilar has said, I am Agudo the Headmaster of the school of Light and Magic. And this lovely winged Elf is Aerie my sweet wife.” But before Agudo could continue Clare returned and demanded to be set free of the school. She was all shook up and in tears, she then walked away and bent over in pain turning a bright magical red. Aravilar was un-naturally shy around Clare and seemed too disturbed by Clare being here. He said something about doom of the Realm and the need to speak more privately in his room. With that he vanished and so did Clare. For a few seconds the Archmage of Light just raised his eyebrows. Then turning to his students and guest Pixie. “Forgive me but I must take care of some problems that you can see. I will speak with you both latter. Lucky take care of are guest who has favored you with such a nice gift.” He then turned to his wife Aerie. “My love I am late for my meeting with Emeraldeyes and Keldorn, will you go to my office and keep them company until then.” He kissed her and with haste walked to Aravilar room. A few minutes latter he enters through the door just in time to see the glass brake. And then the emotional talk between the three.
Lady Clare Windariete 12-19-03, 01:14 AM	Hearing them speak her rage grew back inside her, and a huge gust of wind was thrust from her body, pushing all those unexpected away and toward the wall. "Do not speak to me about unfair and being kind to those who have done so much for me! All my life I've known slavery and the cruel masters who had whipped my back and left the scars to prove it. It was unfair for the gods to curse me in such a way! Why is it that the undeserving get what they want and those who are desperate for the help of the gods never receive it?! The gods are nothing but puppeteers laughing at our mere flaws and moments like these! They rejoice in such acting, hatred, sorrow, and killings! The gods do not care for anyone but themselves!" She seen Agudo in the room and ran to him and hugged him like a child with rage and great sorrow. "Agudo, please..."
aravilar_holistacia 12-19-03, 01:20 AM	Aravilar stood to his full height and said, "Who are you to defame the gods? Who are you to say what is right and what is not? You are lashing out at your own blindness, and you are being blinded by your jealousy! Why do you-" He was hushed by Keya, who noticed that the archmage from before had entered. "Milord Agudo, I feel that I am plagued by despair at the moment," Aravilar said as Clare embraced the archmage. "Yon raven is blinded by what she does not wish to see!" Keya put a hand on his shoulder to quiet her husband. "Quiet, Aravilar," she said, "You will do more damage than you know. Allow the archmage to do his work."
Agudo Archmage 12-19-03, 01:31 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Agudo reached out and took hold of Clare in his warm hug. He smiled at Keya and continued and spoke to Clare, in that deep warm fatherly voice of his. “Now, now Clare just remember that I and Thog are your friend. Yet as shocking as it is to see this sudden turn of events, I do not believe Aravilar wanted to hurt you. Besides this school is both your homes. I will not see my family broken up by powers out of your control.” He took Clare chin and looked deeply like a father to a daughter. “You are free to come and go as you wish, yet if you leave this school. Then those forces outside your control will have won. For they wish you to run away from the one thing you have………. That being people who care for you!!” He smiled at Aravilar and then back at Clare. “Aravilar is being used as well, for he has not seen the woman he loves Keya for a thousand years. Yet now she is here, and he is torn from one happiness to another." "Trust me when I say, cut the strings of the puppet masters and stay…. For I believe that they wish to see you and Aravilar leave the school”
Lady Clare Windariete 12-19-03, 01:32 AM	She looks to Aravilar and stands right in front of him, her eyes glaring into his, "Do not ...."she stops, and she rests her hand on his arm. "I am sorry Aravilar, I do not mean to lash out like that. No, I am not jealous... I am hurt and angered as I have every right to be." She lowers her hand and steps near Agudo, "I wish to leave now."
Agudo Archmage 12-19-03, 01:37 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley “I understand Clare but wont you stay for awhile longer. Rest in your room and I shall come and talk more with you…please?”:
aravilar_holistacia 12-19-03, 01:39 AM	"And how do I feel, raven? What do you think I feel like? I feel like a wet rag, being ripped down the middle! "I cannot believe, however, that you are so angry and vile over an accomplishment so angelic! That I should be reunited with my past!" Aravilar stared with his lifeless, flaming eyes into Clare's own, and he said, "I shalt not allow you to leave, not when I'm so close to unlocking your powers." OOC: A la Jon Irenicus!
Lady Clare Windariete 12-19-03, 01:41 AM	She nods to Agudo, "Alright." She hung her head and then turned to Aravilar, "You know nothing of my powers! Leave them out of your life and hers as well." She nods to them, "I will only speak to Agudo now and Thog once he arrives as I have sent for him."
Agudo Archmage 12-19-03, 01:42 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley "Power? What are you talking about Aravilar?
aravilar_holistacia 12-19-03, 01:49 AM	"My dear," Aravilar said to Clare, "You do not know, do you? Spellfire is usually manifested at the early twenties, did you not know that? "Now, I believe that you are going to have to menaith baerthiar denatan oculumnus!" Aravilar said, his words flowing smoothly into a spell. This spell was not a spell of attack, merely a spell of test. The red mists covered Clare's hands, and they drew forth a stream of fires that were blue-white. Aravilar said, "Do you see now? Why shall I protect you from yourself? Why did your captors keep you? YOU ARE A WEAPON OF DESTRUCTION MORE POWERFUL THAN ELMINSTER HIMSELF!" Aravilar exploded, sending the flames out of Clare and out of the window. Clare's eyes glowed with a similar fire. Aravilar knelt to the ground and panted, his own spellfire reserves running low. Keya helped him to the bed, and he said, "Now that you know, shall you slay me? Slay everyone you held most dear? LET IT COME!" he boomed, before his wife cast an enchantment over the elf. Aravilar shut his eyes involuntarily and he mumbled in Elvish... Keya lay next to him and said, "If you would be so kind as to shut the door upon your exit? Unless you wish to say more...?"
Lady Clare Windariete 12-19-03, 01:59 AM	She looked down at herself, then to Aravilar, Keya, Agudo, then back to Aravilar, "What have you done?! I never wanted powers like this! I fear myself! I fear myself now! Oh gods... you've done it havent you? No... this... I.." she runs out of the room, not bothering to close the door behind her. Her sobs could be heard echoing down the hallway as she heads to her room.
aravilar_holistacia 12-19-03, 02:09 AM	Keya watched the retreating figure and said to Agudo, "Unlocking what was already there does naught but reveal why Aravilar was the way he was, uh... Wizard Agudo," Keya faltered, trying to figure what to call the man. "Aravilar was so kind and benevolent and protective because he did not want to see Clare harmed by those who would wish to use her! Why does that girl not see it?" she said skyward, presumably to Hanali. "My husband, the Aravilar I knew, would never intentionally hurt someone like that. Ever. Has he changed so much in a millenium?" The elven girl sighed. Keya Moonstar looked to be about eighteen summers or so old, although her youth was not so in human years; she was of almost eighty years, young for an elf. The girl tossed her shoulder-length chestnut hair with a shake of her head, and that's when Agudo saw her eyes. Like Aravilar, her eyes were of mismatched color. One was an aqua, flecked with gold as was the standard for elves, and the other eye was a pale gold, again flecked with the gold streaks. The girl sighed yet again and said, "If you don't mind, I think Aravilar needs to rest. He shall speak with you in the morning, of course. "Good evening to you all," Keya said as she turned to her washroom.
Agudo Archmage 12-19-03, 02:09 AM	With the second surprise of the day, the Headmaster saw the magical fire.. He smiled once more at Keya and Aravilar then shut their door and followed Clare to her room. As he walked in sat besides Clare. “Your my friend nothing can change that! Not magic, nor anything else. ” He took hold of Clare hand. ((OOC Keep posting your all doing great, I will post more latter today….))
Lady Clare Windariete 12-19-03, 02:15 AM	She looked to Agudo and nods, "Thank you. I fear that everything I know and everyone I know is crumbling beneath my feet. Aravilar was once by my side, now he is beside Keya. My world has now been changed and the people within it. I was even surprised to know that you had a wife." These words were passed into Aravilar's mind without her knowing it. Somehow she activated the spell and did not notice it. Her eyes glanced outside to the sky and she breathed a heavy sigh.
Thog 12-19-03, 02:18 AM	Thog walked up to the school, wondering if he'd ever walk out again. Following the instructions in his head, he followed one bright hall, then another, and came to a door. Hesitating, he tried the door, but it wouldn't open. Banging on it with a huge ham-fist Thog bellowed loud enough to wake the whole school "Claire? You in there?"
aravilar_holistacia 12-19-03, 02:30 AM	Keya emerged from the washroom in her nightgown, which was quite human in taste. She frowned in the mirror at her gown before shutting the curtains and moving to the bed. She jabbed a finger at the candle upon the wall, which was extinguished. She said to Aravilar as she got under the warm covers, "Are you awake, melamin?" The wide awake Aravilar rolled over and said, "Chosen of Mystra do not sleep, arwenamin. They do not sleep, and are not affected by enchantments that make them sleep either," he added with a grin. Keya flushed a pink color under the flickering candlelight emanating from the bathroom. She lay her head down upon the pillow, only an inch from Aravilar's. "Will you ever cease to amaze me, Aravilar?" she asked furtively. "Perhaps one day," the now-boyish looking elf said, "but that day, is not to-day, and today we will have to deal with a matter of spellfire." Keya said, "So, you were saying that the Chosen of the Lady do not sleep?" She yawned. "Poor soul. I hope you have a good night, then, my love." She leaned over ever so slightly and kissed the mage on he lips, and the elf returned the kiss with fervor.
Lady Clare Windariete 12-19-03, 02:33 AM	She hears the loud noise and knew instantly who it was. She smiles to Agudo, "I'll be back." She runs to where Thog stands and hugs him, "I'm so glad your here Thog! I need someone right now, pleases stay with me and talk or we can go walking in the woods if you wish."
Thog 12-19-03, 02:54 AM	"Humph! I thought you were in trouble or something." The orc growled. "This is no place for me. "Agudo is patronizing, Aravilar is hostile, there is too much light, and they cook their meat. "if you're in no danger, I'd fain to find somewhere darker, and more comfortible." The gruff orc muttered.
Lady Clare Windariete 12-19-03, 08:37 AM	She sighs, "I'm sorry Thog. I did need your help but they stopped and I was no longer in danger. I should have known better, please forgive me. Just give me one more minute, so I may tell Agudo I shall speak with him later." She then hurries to her room breathless, "Agudo I shall be away for awhile with Thog. If anyone should ask for or need me tell them to send a message tied to an animal or if they use scry and then can teleport that would be just as good. Again, thank you so much Agudo! I shall return in in two days if I don't, then send someone to find me." She curtsies to him then hurries back to Thog. Catching back up with Thog she walks beside him, leading him out. "Do you go on adventures during the day?" While they spoke Aravilar could hear the beautiful and familiar singing voice of Clare in his mind singing a song in Elven: Teschuel I' soeh suamin (Take the breath from me) Teschuel I' ager en amin corm (Take the beat of my heart) Leha uum n' teshuelly su amin quarlani. (But do not take love from my soul) Lava min nae harm amin liy. (Allow me to treasure my love) Amin quarloni ent coia ten' oio lost (My soul and life forever empty) Manka amin liy naa teschuel (If such is taken) Leha sii' ta naa nae telwa (But now it is to late) Ro nae mali n' ent I' atya faer he (He to care not and the same with her) Ron naa elean'ner (They have become sightless) Ed man iron uum n' darn, (But what they do not see) Aeleth ron cael chebin (Yet they have kept) Amin liy su amin. (My love from me) Amin yewl de ilya amin klatha ent yuln (I would give up all my food and drink) Elye amin coia, (Even my life) Nae cael enna noresh ner faer amin liy. (To have one day more with my love)
Agudo Archmage 12-19-03, 12:26 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Thog had arrived and many had to wonder, at the sight of such a thing in the school. But he made his way unmolested, to Clare room and with less than good manners, made his loud self-known. Yet the Headmaster was pleased that Clare seems to brighten up at the sound of Thog voice. She had ran out the door to him and returned saying she would be back soon. Agudo was left thinking about the classic story of Beauty and the Beast…… Or more accurately the Frog and the Princess…… Oo..Maybe I can cast a spell and turn Thog into a Human…. Personality Thog would be more like a Barbarian….But he would at least make Clare a loyal companion, that could walk with her into town….oO
Lady Clare Windariete 12-19-03, 12:38 PM	Upon stepping out of the school, a male was waiting for her. She stared at the man and she nodded to him. The man nodded back to her and motioned for her to come to him. She looked to Thog, then headed toward the man. "What is it that you want of me?" The man sighs, "It is time to come back where you belong." His black hair falls to his shoulders, his blue and silver robes give off the impression of a mage or wizard. His height being 5'9" and his weight around 190 lbs. He walked near her and stood side by side with her, he leaned down and whispered into her ear, "You know what I mean, you come quietly and no one will have to know." She sighs, "Why must each of you come back to haunt me? Why can I not be left alone and in peace? Does no one want me to have such inner peace and happiness?" She looked up at the sky, "Is that so much to ask for?!" She glares at him, her anger icy cold look was shot his way and she starts walking off. "Do you dare walk away from one such as powerful as I? You forget who I am, does your memory serve you still or has it been wiped clean?" "Uncle Drake, I ask that you leave me alone! My memories serve me just fine, though now I wish they wouldn't! I don't want to go back! It was horrid there and I was treated like the very dirt that lays beneath a hag's feet! You do not want to cross me right now as I am angered enough as it is!" Drake laughs at her, then his face grows grim as he looked toward the castle, then to the orc who had been walking with her. "Don't you dare help her!" He then looks to Clare and raises his hand... She knew this trick of his and she took off running toward the woods. She was to late, he said one word, "Sleep." He watched as Clare's body fell helpless to the ground asleep. Walking over to her he picks her body up as though she weighed nothing. Before she fell she screamed an ear wenching scream, "Help!" A raven flew overhead and past the scene of Clare, her attacker, and Thog. The raven flew to Clare's window seeing Agudo hasn't moved, "Come quickly Agudo, you must make haste! Clare's uncle has come for her to take her into the hells pits! They are just outside the front doors, I fear they will not be long!" with that the raven taps on the window for Aravilar's and Keya's room. Seeing the noise was doing nothing the bird pushed itself through the glass, and let out a loud squawk! "Get up! Clare is in trouble, her uncle has come to take her into hell! You must hurry! She, her uncle, and Thog are now outside the front doors to the school, make haste!" The raven then flew back outside the window after realizing they had gotten the message.
Agudo Archmage 12-19-03, 12:56 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley A black bird interrupted his thoughts, as he pondered transformation spells for Thog. “Whats that? Uncle and Hell?” The Headmaster got up and looked out the window and saw them all together. He mumbled a few words and threw some ingredients, to the wind that landed on Thog. Agudo had cast a spell on Thog, ((OOC its up to Thog if it works)) The Spell flashes in blue and white swirls, then if it works transforms Thog into a handsome Barbarian. Thog can here Agudo voice in his head telling him everything is ok. But you must save Clare. The Headmaster then turned to the black bird and told it to distract the evil wizard by going for his eyes with its beak.
Lady Clare Windariete 12-19-03, 12:59 PM	As the bird head towards Drake, he lifts his palm to the bird while his other hand holds Clare, "Kill." The bird fell onto the ground, dead. The man looks to the orc, who now changed into a human (if it works..). He shook his head, "That will do nothing for you orc! Clare shall leave with me and no one nor anything shall stop me!"
Leenaria The Pixie 12-19-03, 01:49 PM	She was about to start telling Lucky something when Aravilar, Keya, and Clare made a big entrance into the garden. Leenaria could not help but watch the others with confusion and sadness. There was much tension between them she could feel it, deep down. As Clare's power flared up in a heat wave it knocked her down on her back.
Angel Elf 12-19-03, 01:54 PM	Angel now stood in Kulideb room and was intrigued by the room. “You live like royal human? Dose this school pampers its students so?” She then changed the subject. “I should be more direct for you see in the northern lands are a group of fanatics have violated are temples. They show no regard for others by force those who believe differently to believe as they do or be persecuted. Having you heard of the name Messianica?”
Lucky Leprechaun 12-19-03, 02:01 PM	Lucky looked at the gift and tipped his hat in thanks. “Tis a lovely thing ye be giving me pixie me dear, so will ye marry me?”:love:
kulideb 12-19-03, 02:02 PM	"I guess the rooms are quite grand." the elf said looking round. She listerend as the winged elf told her why she had come to her. "No, I havent heard that name before. Can you tell me about him or is it a her?"
Leenaria The Pixie 12-19-03, 02:04 PM	She couldn't help but blush at Lucky's request, she stood up. "Well, I think ..." she smiles and hugs him, "Yes I will!"
Lucky Leprechaun 12-19-03, 02:20 PM	Lucky was just standing there not really expecting a yes and when he got it he was surprised. “Really?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?” :uh-huh: :P :love: He then grabbed his hat as if it was about to be blow off. “Well by me Lucky foot! Tis a grand day indeed, but we will have to go tell Kulideb that It over between mw and her. For ye now is me woman Pixie!” With that he grabbed Pixie hand and ran as fast as he could to Kulideb room. Without knocking he barged in and didn’t even bother, to say hello to the other elf in the room. “Kuli me former girl I be bringing sad news for thy heart. I found the Pixie of me dreams and I be marring her” Lucky points to Pixie. “So please don’t cry Kuli, For ye shall find another man like me someday” :smirk:
Leenaria The Pixie 12-19-03, 02:23 PM	She fluttered her wings a bit at all the excitement, and could only smile. She looks at the woman Lucky was speaking to and she smiles to her, then she looks to the other woman in the room. Leenaria held fast to Lucky's arm with a bright smle and fluttered her wings some more.
Angel Elf 12-19-03, 02:27 PM	“It a she we think Messianica is a new head of a religion she is part Druid and maybe more. She has told her followers to convert all who follow others, be it evil or good.” Just then a crazed Leprechaun broke into the room and said he was dumping Kulideb. “I must say Kulideb, you do have strand boyfriends.”
Aerie 12-19-03, 05:04 PM	Aerie had done as her husband had asked, she went to see Keldorn and Emeraldeyes. “Why hello everyone” Aerie said in a sweet voice and broad smile. “I have come to keep you company until my husband arrives.” She sat down and looked at them both. “I hope Keldorn has kept you entertained, Emeraldeyes?”
Good Knight 12-19-03, 05:10 PM	Keldorn was in a good mood and it just got better when he saw Aerie. He stood as she entered and gave her a friendly hug and offered her a seat. “Now of course I have been the most grace shush of hosts, Emeraldeyes. We were just talking about the northern troubles and the possible fall of the evil keep
Let me tell you a Story 12-19-03, 05:20 PM	“Yes Keldorn has a military eye for battle. His ideas on troop movements and supplies are quite impressive if I do say so myself..” She points to the map on the table. “As you can see Keldorn plans to escort the RadiantHeart troops through or should I say over Skull Gorge to the north.”
Golddigger Dwarf 12-19-03, 05:26 PM	Rocky had huffed and puffed for safety, what could have gone wrong with the simple plan. All he had to do was throw a sack over Angel and run with her over his shoulder. “I knows how to fights, but its easier to kill than to capture alive.” He spits on the ground. “I might as well try to get some lunch at the school off he went wondering why me..
Golddigger Dwarf 12-19-03, 05:28 PM	"Now I smell something good and it be free food" Rocky says as he moves to the lunchline. "Give two of everything" He adds please at the last second, so not to upset the goody goods. "They be treating these kids like kings and queens I say with all this food."
Good Knight 12-19-03, 05:34 PM	Keldorn stands and looms over the map. “As you can see with several hundred knights and their retainers. Such as supply lines of carts and other helpers. Like Smithers, cooks just to name a few. They all need to be organized as we make are way to the city of Hillsfar. If were lucky as strange as that may sound we Zhental Keep may still be standing long enough for us to lay siege to the city of Hillsfar. If not we will have to deal with their fanatical religious army before we can take on the city.”
Good Knight 12-19-03, 05:34 PM	Keldorn stands and looms over the map. “As you can see with several hundred knights and their retainers. Such as supply lines of carts and other helpers. Like Smithers, cooks just to name a few. They all need to be organized as we make are way to the city of Hillsfar. If were lucky as strange as that may sound we Zhental Keep may still be standing long enough for us to lay siege to the city of Hillsfar. If not we will have to deal with their fanatical religious army before we can take on the city.”
Aerie 12-19-03, 05:38 PM	Aerie was not to happy about war, for so many would suffer and as a Healer she knew why. “I hope you have plenty of Clerics along? for I see that many innocents will get caught up in this as well.”
Let me tell you a Story 12-19-03, 05:41 PM	Emeraldeyes agreed with Aerie. “Yes we need more than supplies for the army but also the needy as well.” She thought for a moment then spoke some more. “Can we bring along more food for the peasants?”
Aerie 12-19-03, 05:44 PM	"I could ask the student to offer some herbs for the knights. This will help them as well as the poor people. Maybe we can send for other Clerics from near by temples also"
Golddigger Dwarf 12-19-03, 05:47 PM	Belch! Was all the others in the dinning area heard at the school. Rocky felt that was a sign of respect for the cooks who made such a great meal. “Now these Hobbits know how to cook I tells ye” He elbows the person next to him.
Golddigger Dwarf 12-19-03, 05:49 PM	He then got up and made his way to the line for sweet cakes and wine. "Well now we needs some after dinner mints as it would be. What do we be having here?" He grabs soem food and returns to the table. smiling at all he has.
Aerie 12-19-03, 05:53 PM	She poured some tea as the three talked about the coming events. “Would anyone like to eat something lunch maybe?”
Good Knight 12-19-03, 05:56 PM	“Yes could you see that we had some ham and cheese brought up with fresh bread.” He then looks at Emerald eyes. “If that ok? Or are you a vegetarian?” He then taps his fingers on the map. “Yes I see every ones point about bringing enough to help the people. But cost is a problem, we cant feed an army as well as the needy for long”
Let me tell you a Story 12-19-03, 06:01 PM	“I may be of the Glade, but I enjoy ham as well.” She smiled at Keldorn for being so thoughtful. “Do we know anything about other adventures coming along to help us?.”
Aerie 12-19-03, 06:08 PM	Aerie was more than happy to order the food. A sweet gnome took the information about what they wanted to eat back to the cooks. She returned to the others and pondered the ways of the Realms “Must we fight cant talk with this fanatic Messianica? and yes I do hope other come and help if thier is to be war.”
Good Knight 12-19-03, 06:15 PM	“It would be wise to have others come and we have sent word to those who may help. Still though we can count on the Dales people for back up and supplies.” He then turns to Aerie. “To be honest she is a tricky one, she has murder in her heart as well her followers. I don’t see talking to help, yet we shall try.”
Lucky Leprechaun 12-19-03, 06:19 PM	Lucky liked Kulidebs room it was soft and fun to play in. “Come on Pixie we can have fun bouncing on her bed” He hit the bed so hard he almost hit the top of the room. “Don’t be silly everyone we can do it, jump jump and jump” Smack! He hits the top. ‘Ya see we can fly like pixie”
Golddigger Dwarf 12-19-03, 06:23 PM	“Now I be stuffed like a pig, or maybe a hog? Nay I be fat” He laughs as he makes his way to the residential towers. “Now where could the Angel elf be?” He looks up and down the walks in trying to findout.
Golddigger Dwarf 12-19-03, 06:25 PM	Rocky stops a few people and asks about the winged Elf. “One person some kind of Genie gave direction but it wasn’t clear. “Now I be in some type of class of reading room.” He opens some books and frowns. “How to make gold? Now hat about the digging ye cant have it without the digging” He said disgusted.
Let me tell you a Story 12-19-03, 06:29 PM	“I do have friends in the glade who could help in are effort, spying is their specialty “ She thinks than goes on. “Maybe a few hawk people can guide us on are trip, and I do know others as well. But will wait until latter to talk about them.”
aravilar_holistacia 12-19-03, 06:30 PM	OOC: Now that there is no pendant with Clare, Arv cannot know about anything happening outside himself and, well, Keya, since she has a pendant. Good luck in Hell; unless the name "Aravilar" is PHYSICALLY SPOKEN, he will have no knowldege until he is told or finds out for himself. The bright morning light shone through the curtains of Aravilar's room, where the Chosen of Mystra was quietly polishing his moonblade. Keya blinked her mismatched eyes as she sat up from the bed, and she turned her eyes upon the polishing mage. "What... What time is it, melamin?" Aravilar turned an eye to the curtain, which was slowly pulled back by an invisible force. The bright sunlight filled the east-facing room, and Keya squinted. "'Tis about the eleventh bell, of this morn. Good morning, my lady," he added with a grin. Keya got out of the bed and walked over to Aravilar who put down the blade and the sharpening stone. The elf-maiden gave her love a morning kiss before she went into the washroom. She called from the room, "Did you sleep well? Ah, but the Chosen of the Lady of Spells does not sleep!" Aravilar smiled and said, "You slept like an angel." He looked out the window into the forest beyond and said, "I wonder what became of Clare and Thog?" The elf-maiden called from the now-running washtub, "I do not know. Perhaps the headmaster of your school would have more information?" Aravilar said, "I should go find Agudo, should I not?" "We can go together, melamin," the girl said as she stepped out of the washroom, clad in a sorceress' trappings. "Let me just get some things together..." The sorceress stuffed some papers into her pockets and then began to comb her shoulder-length hair. She sat there for about fifteen minutes brushing her chestnut locks before she said, "Okay, I'm ready." SHe stood and opened the door. Aravilar took his moonblade and he strapped it to his belt, sheathing the blade in its silver scabbard. He paused for a moment before the door, and he said, "Whatever shall I say to them?" "I know you are not feeling right about all of this, but what is done is done. 'Memories of the past are overshadowed by the future actions,' remember? That's what you said to the altar..." Keya said mildly. She flashed her dazzling smile and said, "I do remember that much." Aravilar grinned and said, "I should have known you would say that." He took his love's arm and the two walked down into the entrance hall. He saw students running about, and Keya commented, "What might be going on here?" Aravilar tried to send his thoughts away from himself and towards the source of the commotion, but his mind was blocked. "Whatever it is, it is not of this world." He led his wife out of the doors, and he saw a man with black hair, Clare, Thog (who had been transformed somewhat) and a dead black raven. The man with the black hair said, "Clare shall leave with me and no one nor anything shall stop me!" Aravilar said to Keya, "Shall I?" The girl nodded, and she began to cast several elven enchantments. Aravilar called out, "In the name of the Lady, I command you hold fast, devil of the Abyss!" He finished his silent incantation and a silver flaming sphere surrounded the man. Presumably, the spell should seal the man off from all effects--even time itself. NO teleportation, NO magic, and NO attacks at all--just silver radiance.
Golddigger Dwarf 12-19-03, 06:37 PM	“Whats all the noise? Rocky peeks out the window and sees an elf wizard fighting with another of his kind.” I be a beating man so I pick the ugly one to win”
aravilar_holistacia 12-19-03, 06:41 PM	Aravilar, awaiting the devil's reply, calls out to Rocky, "Good day, master dwarf! Pray come down here and aid me! This fiend is most unholy, and I shall repay your aid in gold...."
Golddigger Dwarf 12-19-03, 06:46 PM	Rocky was always a sucker for a fight and jumps down from the window without fear. “Blooooody heeeeelll “ Bam! He lands on his feet and charges the evil wizard in black hair who likes to kill birds. “”Try me axe ye ugly fiend of a backside of a shaven dog”:smirk:
Agudo Archmage 12-19-03, 06:50 PM	Agudo looked down from Clares room and watched Rocky jump down to fight. “Rocky! What’s that thief of a Dwarf doing here?” He hadent seen Rocky in ages and that was good thing, but why now? Why here?
Golddigger Dwarf 12-19-03, 06:54 PM	Rocky jumped back and forth dodging the wizard, he then does a side ways jump and lands behind Clare and her thieving man. “Now let the woman go! So that I can look like a hero!”
aravilar_holistacia 12-19-03, 06:58 PM	"There will be no heroes today, master dwarf. I am Aravilar; it is a pleasure to meet you." He turned to Agudo and said, "Milord Agudo, we should try to raise an antimagic field over my silverfire. Agreed?" Aravilar began to weave the antimagic field, Keya joining in as well.
Aerie 12-19-03, 07:01 PM	Aerie helped with the sandwiches and drink. “Now we can think with some food in are tummy.” She gives some to all in the room then sat down again. “Lets pray shall we” We a dedicated Clerical prayer to the Light, she then open her eyes and dug into the good food. “I never knew war talk could make you so hungry” She laughes.
Agudo Archmage 12-19-03, 07:04 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Agudo looked down to Aravilar. “Try to get Thog to help Clare, he has been enhanced by magic.” ((OOC did he Thog change? Into a human with my spell?”
aravilar_holistacia 12-19-03, 07:12 PM	"Milord Agudo, I need your express assistance! Help me weave the antimagic field!" Aravilar wiggled his fingers, and his umbral orb appeared. He magically enhanced his voice and said, "Agudo, Aerie, Kulideb, Lucky, Angel, Keldorn, Emeraldeyes, and all who are at our school of Light! Aid us in this fiendish battle! For it shall affect us all!" The orb shot away into the school to retrieve the persons memtioned. Its first stop was Agudo's office to retireve the archmage.
Lucky Leprechaun 12-19-03, 11:11 PM	It was to much fun bouncing on Kulideb bed when suddenly a shiny orb came in. “A fight! After school at the park?” Lucky tipped his hat sideways and gave a cocky grin. “So be it! Me love Pixie I am off to war, or a school fight. Any hoo I be fighting for thee and are love!” Lucky then hops over to Kulideb. “If I don’t make it, try to carry on with out yer Lucky man” With that he hops down out the window like the crazed dwarf before him and lands right on top of the bad guy. “Now I be Lucky the Luckiest Leprechaun ye ever see. If thy head is smart ye be surrendering to me.” :headexplo
Golddigger Dwarf 12-19-03, 11:17 PM	“Haaa! Now yer in trouble for ye have a Leprechaun on thee and a mad Dwarf fight ye. Now why not hand over the pretty girl to me so that I can take advantage of heeerr, No, No, No!:rolleyes: I be saving her life, ya that’s it! Now hand her over!”
Lady Clare Windariete 12-19-03, 11:25 PM	The man looked around at all those who had gathered to help, he projected his voice to a loud roar, "What does she have here on this plane? Who would ever come to love such a sweet young woman who now suffers internally of a broken heart? All of you are mad for wanting to help her! No one shall have this girl!" As the spells were cast toward him he let out a roar and a wall immediately shot up around them. "Now, I will not lower this wall until given better reasons as to let her stay here and suffer or come back to hell with me and let her be eternally happy as my slave. A few drugs shall cure her need for anything and anyone she ever knew or cared about!" Clare remained limpless in his arms, though a moan could be heard every so often coming from her as though she were in deep pain, inside.
aravilar_holistacia 12-19-03, 11:51 PM	Aravilar smirked at the paltry barrier that was raised in front of the demon. "Clare has more here on this plane than you could ever possibly know, you hell-spawn. Don't think that you are some sort of kind soul, to be rescuing Clare. You are only pulling her down into the warrens of despair!" Aravilar lashed out with a long strand of silverfire, shattering the barrier interposed between the demon and himself. He quickly cast a transmutation, and the ground surrounding the demon became soft and permeable. The demon sank into the ground, almost covering his shoulders. Aravilar flicked his left wrist, his finger outstretched towards Clare. Her body vanished from the demon's grasp and appeared upon the stone steps leading to the rock garden. "Your time in this plane is over, beast. Go back to the fiery pits that spawned you, and leave us alone," Keya said from her position on the stone steps. Aravilar smiled and said, "I shall deal with you when the time comes, hell-spawn." He moved over to the rock garden steps and knelt down next to Clare. "Keya," he said. The slim girl said, "I shall beseech Hanali for a healing spell." The archmage rose and went to Lucky and Rocky. "Watch over this demon, for it seems to be held for now."
Agudo Archmage 12-20-03, 12:00 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The Headmaster was disappointed in Thog, for he thought that the creature would try to help her. But instead Thog did nothing but fear for its life. He was still up in the tower looking on as the others joined in. Such as Lucky and Rocky. Just then a magical wall appeared on the ground. The uncle of Clare was demanding why she should stay, but just then Aravilar tried trapping the evil mage. Agudo cast a floating spell that allowed him to land gently near by. “Thog I am so disappointed!” He shakes his head at him. “You could of saved her, or at least died bravely trying as a hero.” The Headmaster then looked at the uncle of Clare. “She stays because she has friends here.”
Lady Clare Windariete 12-20-03, 01:07 AM	The demon was growing angrier by the minute, he was spating out curses left and right. His fury began to show as the ground began to rumble and the dirt that held him began to fall away from him. He made a motion with his hand and a red portal opened up beside him. Clare laid there, helpless and asleep. While in this state, she managed to say one sentence, "Aravilar, I will fight this for you." That words spoken so softly, so sadly, and yet with some other hint of emotion.
aravilar_holistacia 12-20-03, 01:17 AM	Aravilar looked over at Clare and said, "By the gods, she is delirious!" He looked over at the demon. "Your portalistic magics shalt not work here, fiend. I have yet to decide your fate." Aravilar walked over and put his foot upon the demon's head. "You are not going anywhere."
Lady Clare Windariete 12-20-03, 01:26 AM	She speaks again, in the same tones as before, "I must fight it, for you and for no one else. I must remain alive...for you." She grows quiet yet again. The demon shoved his hand upwards through the dirt and clay of the ground. He grabbed tightly to Aravilar's wrist, "I will not leave without her. Even if you do kill me, I will come back." He laughs, "This will be a never ending battle until I get what I want!"
aravilar_holistacia 12-20-03, 01:34 AM	"Neverending battles are rarely neverending, tiefling." Aravilar said to Keya, "Why is she mumbling so? Why is she saying such words?" The slim elf shrugged and continued to cast the mental cleansing spell. Aravilar said, "I cannot stand for this. I shall wake her..." He cast a quick spell, a pale blue comet of light. The light beam was absorbed by Clare's head. Aravilar awaited a sign.
Lady Clare Windariete 12-20-03, 01:40 AM	The demon laughed at Aravilar, "You wake her and you kill her! One more intervention on waking her and you will cost her.. the most precious thing of all, her life! It is quite funny to listen to her babble on, for she thinks she is speaking to.. well... you! She had feelings for you still, she had given the one thing she tried to protect all her life! You go and take it away from her like it is nothing, like you can always get another! Clare belongs with me and she will be with me once I kill all of you who wish to disturb me!" Clare did not wake from Aravilar's attempt to awaken her from the spell of her uncle.
aravilar_holistacia 12-20-03, 01:52 AM	Aravilar laughed quite obviously. "You just don't know who you are dealing with, do you, demon?" Aravilar allowed a bit more spellfire out of his palms, the silver, healing flames engulfing Clare. The demon's mind-affecting enchantment was broken, and Aravilar actually laughed in the demon's face. "Three words, fiend. Chosen... of... Mystra." Aravilar threw off the demon's grip and he looked over at Clare. "I will not say that what has happened here in the past few hours has been any more fun for me either, filthy fiend, but I cannot defy the gods. Even Clare should understand that there was once a bond I shared with someone. When I was given the greatest gift of all, I thought she would be happy for me! "Alas, I was wrong. And now, the only thing that can heal this rift between us is CONVERSATION. And such will be our plight, when she deigns to awaken from her restless slumber..."
aravilar_holistacia 12-20-03, 01:54 AM	Originally posted by aravilar_holistacia Aravilar laughed quite obviously. "You just don't know who you are dealing with, do you, demon?" Aravilar allowed a bit more spellfire out of his palms, the silver, healing flames engulfing Clare. The demon's mind-affecting enchantment was broken, and Aravilar actually laughed in the demon's face. "Three words, fiend. Chosen... of... Mystra." Aravilar threw off the demon's grip and he looked over at Clare. "I will not say that what has happened here in the past few hours has been any more fun for me either, filthy fiend, but I cannot defy the gods. Even Clare should understand that there was once a bond I shared with someone. When I was given the greatest gift of all, I thought she would be happy for me! "Alas, I was wrong. And now, the only thing that can heal this rift between us is CONVERSATION. And such will be our plight, when she deigns to awaken from her restless slumber..." OOC: Silver Fire (Su): At will- (...) The Chosen can also purge herself or any other targeted creature of all external magical and supernatural compulsions or mind-affecting effects as if a Greater Dispelling had been cast upon her.
Lady Clare Windariete 12-20-03, 01:58 AM	The demon furrowed his brows, "Be prepared for an army from the hells to visit soon, I will be back with many times more." He then steps into the portal and the portal closes quickly after he walks into it. Clare slowly sat up after the effects wore off. She looked at everyone who was out there, her eyes never looking at Aravilar nor Keya. She had hoped it was all a bad dream, sighing she smiles to Rocky and Lucky. Turning around she headed toward her room.
aravilar_holistacia 12-20-03, 02:05 AM	"I have heard those same words spoken by creatures many times more powerful than yourself, demon. Those voices are silent now," Aravilar said as the demon was leaving. "Let them come."
Lady Clare Windariete 12-20-03, 02:11 AM	Clare turned to look at Aravilar, her eyes remained fixated upon him then let her eyes wander to Keya. "I should have never left..." she thinks softly to herself. She lowers her gaze from them, walks to the outer wall of the school and stands beside it. With a quiet snap of her fingers her dress changes to just a corset and her normal under clothing. Her hand found a place to put her hand in the grooves of the stones. Slowly she began to climb up the school's walls.
Lady Clare Windariete 12-20-03, 02:25 AM	She continued climbing until her hands hurt, as they began hurting she found a safe place to sit. She sighs, "That's it, I am leaving the school tomorrow. Agudo will just have to understand my situation and troubles. Leaving this school will be best for all and for myself. If I stay here I will depress myself and leaving will rid me of such a feeling." She sighs, a sad tune filling the air around the school, the notes floating into the ear's of student and teachers alike. Clare laid back on the roof, looking up at the stars, "What will happen next? What will become of me?"
Lady Clare Windariete 12-20-03, 02:48 AM	Clare disappeared from the roof and appeared in her room. The door had a note attached to it, I seek no words of wisdom, I listen to none of the troubles and worries, and I speak of no one to no one. My mouth shall no longer taste the food and drink, my body shall no longer feel movement as I will remain on this bed until I feel it neccessary to do otherwise. You may enter, but that does not mean I shall speak or listen to you, unless it is very important.
aravilar_holistacia 12-20-03, 02:57 AM	Aravilar did not notice Clare as she climbed up the facade of the school. He looked into the sky and said, "It is night already?" Keya said to him, "Melamin, I think we should retire for the night. This has been an arduous day for all." Aravilar nodded and took his love by her arm. "Good night to you all, Aravilar said as the duo walked up the stairs into their room. Keya walked into the dim-lit room and into the washroom. "I am quite tired, melamin... It's not fair that you do not have to rest. Quite a good trait that must be!" Aravilar sat on the bed and began to remove his shoes and his outer cloak. "The only thing there is to do at night when you are not allowed to sleep is to think... think about the planes, think about the things that have come to be, think about painful memories and saddening events." Keya walked out of the washroom, clad in another human nightgown. She frowned again in the mirror, and she turned to Aravilar. "What do you think of this gown?" She turned about slowly. "You are as beautiful as Hanali herself, Keya melamin." Keya got into the bed and pulled the blankets over her. She nervously said, "There is no beauty greater than that of Hanali, melamin." Aravilar did not bother to remove his chainmail armor as he lay on top of the bed and over the blankets. He picked up his spellbook and he said over it, "Then I suppose you are Hanali herself!" Keya bit her lip and then said, "I wouldn't dream of it!" She lay her head down upon Aravilar's shoulder and snuggled up close to him. She nuzzled his neck a bit before she began to fall asleep. Aravilar looked down at the sleeping girl and he kissed her lips. She tried to return the kiss but found herself slipping away into dream... *** About three hours later, Aravilar got out of the bed, Keya's head slipping onto a pillow. He walked out of the room and said to himself, "The stars look ominous tonight. Perhaps I may get a better view on the roof, to better divine their meaning?" He walked down the corridor, and he passed Clare's room. He tried to walk back to his room after passing her door for fear she heard him, but upon turning about the floorboard creaked slightly. Clare must've heard that. "I suppose this is as good a time as any. I surmise you wish to speak to me?" Aravilar called though the door.
Lady Clare Windariete 12-20-03, 03:10 AM	The door opened for him and as soon as he walked in the door closed. Clare could be seen sitting on the bed, her legs crossed and her arms resting on her legs. Her voice was not normal, it was hardened and monotone, "Listen to me Aravilar before you speak. I did not go away those few days to torture you, I went away to find my way. To find nature herself and speak with her, to grant me the abilities to control my powers so I would not have to rely on you to help me. When you introduced me to Keya, I was/am happy for you and her. It must be nice to be able to be one with your lost love. Though you never thought of me did you? You never thought of my feelings. My heart nearly sank to my feet and I wanted the feeling to go away. I wanted you to come back to me and tell me you chose me over her. Though I suppose I was only wishing, in which never did any good for me before. I grew angry at the two of you for riping my heart out and not once hugging me or just smiling to me and saying that your sorry for what you did to my heart. Keya, doesn't realize what her coming back did. Aravilar, all this has made me wish to go back to slavery. Only during those times did I only feel two things, sorrow and anger. I do not wish to feel anything else anymore. My heart could not take it. I must know one thing Aravilar, do you really choose her over me? Did you come back tonight to torment me and remind me what I lost?"
aravilar_holistacia 12-20-03, 03:43 AM	"'Memories of the past are subordinate to the actions of the future.' That is what I said to the altar, right before Keya died." Aravilar looked beyond Clare, and said, "You would never understand, I don't think. Elves... share a bond greater than just physical attraction and mortal bounds. Matrimony is not a mortal thing, for elves. Matrimony transcends time and space. You could be the most aloof elf and after 1000... even 3000 years, still feel what your love feels, even if that person was dead or otherwise gone." He walked over to the window. "Who would you choose, Clare? If you were in my position, what would you do? "Don't give me that false human jabber. 'I would never be so presumptuous as to neglect my love!' It doesn't work on those who do not age. "Imagine yourself watching your love die in your arms. Then, imagine having to watch your closest friends wither and die because you do not age. Any other person would have gone insane trying to cope... but I had you. "You came into my life. You stemmed the tide of woe and despair I had within. You changed me from the automaton I was into the compassionate elf I am again. You broke the bonds of my heart. "And then, the most wondrous thing happened. My love returned to me! After 1000 years of lament and tears and never looking back for fear of losing the memory, Keya returned to me. "I admit I was not myself. Who could be, after such a triumphant return? Who would be in the same frame of mind after that? Not even you, Clare, would be able to defend against the torrent of emotions you would feel. "I neglected what should have been coerced. I faltered where I should have stood firm. I fell where I should have rose up. "In answer to your question... I would never torment anyone in the manner you describe. Not even in my darkest hours did I ever think about doing as such. "In your other question... I really cannot say. I am torn in two, right now. I know that is not what you wish to hear, but I cannot say anything more than what I know. And--" The door swung open, a smoking char upon its outer side. Keya stood outside the threshold. "Good morning, Aravilar." Aravilar turned about and said, "I need to finish this. Now. This does not concern you, Keya. When Hanali--" Keya silenced him with a look. "Hanali indeed! You know nothing of the Lady!" Aravilar continued. "I cannot go against the gods, Clare. Fate is not only what you make it, it is what the gods will it to be. And what Hanali said was--" "Hanali this, Hanali that. What do you know of Hanali?" Keya interrupted. Aravilar said, "Fine. This is the final word, I guess. Clare: I cannot allow you to leave this place. I cannot let you go back to what once was, where you will only be back into a spiral of defeat. Keya's eyes flashed daggers at Clare. "I cannot bear to see you hurt anymore. So: this is it. Do as you will, I suppose. I shall not stop you any more than is my right to do so, which is not much, to say the least." He looked at Keya. "I have a future ahead that I do not know where I shall be headed. Keya has another chance at life. What do you say to such an event? I say, I cannot allow that to falter, either. "My decision is thus: I cannot leave my love. I cannot turn my back on one thousand years of hurt and suffering. No matter what happens, however, you must hold this dear to your heart: The road to happiness is not the first road that presents itself. That road is the road to false hope. The road to happiness is the one that presents itself in your darkest hour." The mage turned away. Keya looked down, tears of fire burning holes into the wooden floor.
Lady Clare Windariete 12-20-03, 04:01 AM	Clare looked up to see Keya, "Get out! Get out! I only wish to speak with Aravilar not you! I have nothing to say to you! I am angry at you for you've hurt me enough!" She turned to Aravilar her tone going back to the way it was, "I understand where you are coming from and I do not blame your actions. I do not decide what you do nor who you shall be with. I will stay here for as long as I think I can handlle. I am sorry that I acted so cruely, but how else was I to react? Did you truely think I was to be so happy for you that I forsaken my own emotions? Aravilar, no matter what happens between us, I will never forget all that you've done for me. I now ask that you stop doing things for me, stop saving my life... You have her now and I assume you two need to spend time together. Please, Aravilar, come speak to me once day, as a friend if nothing else to calm me. I don't know how to spend my days anymore, I don't feel like singing. I use to rejoice in such a wonderful event, now I dread it. My songs will no longer be happy.." she sighs, "I have been betrayed by love and abandoned by happiness. Aravilar know that I will always accept you back if you ever.. well.." She looks down as she would hope he could fill in the last blank.
aravilar_holistacia 12-20-03, 04:26 AM	OOC: I told you that this chapter title would work out! *marvels at own brilliance* Aravilar did not say a word. He got up and walked out of the room, Keya following closely behind. He tried not to, but tears flowed from his eyes anyway. The flames lit up the hallway, and as Aravilar opened the door into his own room, he almost fell onto the bed. He lay down upon the soft repose... and he slept.
Good Knight 12-20-03, 09:46 AM	The third day of meetings at the office of Agudo, were going well, They had a good understanding of the resources they need and the people who would join. The books in Aguod’s office were very helpful, for he had many books on geography of this realm. “If we offer incentives for adventurers to join that could increase are military abilities.” He pauses as he drinks the last drop from his goblet. “Yet once again the outflows of expenses on the finances could be a strain. Who knew fighting for freedom could be so costly” He snickerd at his truthful but otherwise sad joke.
Leenaria The Pixie 12-20-03, 03:48 PM	She flew outside and waited just outside the doors. Her emerald eyes watching Lucky, she hoped he would not do anything so foolish as to kill himself. She alighted on the steps and waited for him to finish or to come see her.
Lady Clare Windariete 12-20-03, 04:01 PM	After the two left she closed her door again and just sat on her bed, thinking about everything and anything that had decided to cross her mind. She hoped Agudo would come to visit her, she did want to speak with him.
Agudo Archmage 12-20-03, 09:43 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The Headmaster made his way through the corridors of the school, speaking with students he saw over varies academic topics. But Agudo mind was on other things for it was a difficult time for one of his student Clare. Do to Aravialr and Clare having relationship problems. He thought to himself that his meeting with Emeraldeyes and Keldorn had been put behind schedule do to this. He came to her door and knocked. “Clare it is I the Headmaster Agudo”
Lucky Leprechaun 12-20-03, 09:56 PM	Lucky was fighting mad when all of a sudden it was over. “Well ye beastie don’t be showing thy face again or I give ye a beaten! I will!” He then hops over to his new woman and gives a big kiss. (SMMMMOOOOOCCCCCHHHH) :cloud9: “So Pixie now who be marring us?”
Let me tell you a Story 12-20-03, 09:59 PM	Emeraldeyes stood by the window as Aerie and Keldorn talked about the coming events ‘I do so hope Sir Agudo will show soon we do need his insight on this matter” She then went back to the table and listened in.
aravilar_holistacia 12-20-03, 10:02 PM	Keya awoke from her restless sleep in a very peculiar position... She had been using Aravilar's calf as a pillow. She sat up, blinking the drowsiness from her eyes. She smiled as her gaze traveled over Aravilar's face. The archmage was sleeping soundly. Keya slowly creeped up the bed, trying not to wake the elf. She got on top of him and put her mouth to his ear. She whispered, "Wake up, Aravilar...." The archmage moved slightly, moving his arms up and around the slim elf-maiden's waist. "Hmmmmmmm...." the mage said. Keya was having way too much fun. She whispered, "Aravilar, melamin, it is morning..." The archmage awoke with a start, his eyes opening with a snap. The eyes softened when they focused, the image resolving to be Keya. The elf-girl sighed and put her head upon Aravilar's shoulder. Aravilar said, "Was I sleeping?" The other said, "Like a human." Aravilar grunted and kissed the girl's head. "We should get moving. There's a bit of work that we can do, down in my classroom." Keya said, "Oh, can it not wait? Let's stay here a bit longer..." Aravilar said, "Alright." He wiggled his fingers, and the messenger orb appeared. "Would you be so kind," the mage said to the sphere, "as to retrieve the lord Agudo for me?" The sphere sped off, phasing through the walls. It stopped in front of Agudo and the orb said, "Milord Agudo, please attend Aravilar. He requests your counsel."
aravilar_holistacia 12-20-03, 10:04 PM	OOC: Lucky, I shall join yourself and Leenaria in matrimony. When you are ready, I will begin the posting.
Elvin Queen 12-20-03, 10:41 PM	The regiment marched in three rows, forty solders deep. Their armor was a silvery gold and each of them carried a large copper shield. The emblem on their banner and shields was that of an elvin harp. “Stop here Mallory!” The Queen said to her aid. The aid saluted and tuned to the troops. “We of the higher race, shall grace the lesserse with are presents. The white horse that this stunning elvin woman was on, took her through the gates and into the courtyard of the school.
aravilar_holistacia 12-20-03, 10:42 PM	Aravilar had to wrestle Keya off of him so that he could get up. The girl was laughing and fighting him, and she said, "Oh, come on!" The mage picked up Keya and spun her about, placing her back onto the plush bed. He was about to go into the washroom when a small yellow finsh flew up to the window and began to warble and chirp. "By Corellon, it is Featherfall!" Aravilar said. Featherfall, or Fel for short, is Aravilar's messenger bird. Aravilar said the command word to make the theurglass passable, and the bird fluttered into the room, settling down on Keya's shoulder. The bird began to chirp and warble in a long series of notes, and Aravilar nodded. "A letter for me?" the mage said. The bird dropped a parchment roll it had been carrying. Aravilar opened the letter, and he silently read its contents. Dear Aravilar: It has been awhile since Candlekeep, mellonamin. I should be coming to the School of Light and Magic within a tenday. Perhaps you can teach me a thing or two about the Art? Elen sila lumenn omentilmo, Zollex Kiirstacia Aravilar wrapped up the parchment and said to Keya, "We shall be having a guest, my love! Zollex is a goof friend of mine."
Elvin Queen 12-20-03, 10:46 PM	With a brush of her long silver hair with her delicate hand she passed the entrance to the school. This elvin of fine grace easily dismounts from her horse. “Be good my companion, I shall not be to long” With a smile she turns for her horse and enters the lobby. Stopping a student who was there. “Excuse me I have come at the request of Emeraldeyes please let her know that Queen Elisa of the morning sun is here”
aravilar_holistacia 12-20-03, 10:48 PM	Originally posted by Elvin Queen The regiment marched in three rows, forty solders deep. Their armor was a silvery gold and each of them carried a large copper shield. The emblem on their banner and shields was that of an elvin harp. “Stop here Mallory!” The Queen said to her aid. The aid saluted and tuned to the troops. “We of the higher race, shall grace the lesserse with are presents. The white horse that this stunning elvin woman was on, took her through the gates and into the courtyard of the school. Aravilar looked up and said curtly, "There are elves afoot." The archmage teleported to the front of the school, and he saw the soldiers. He smiled widely and said, "Tel'Quessir en amin! Mankoi naa lle sinome? Amin saisa ed'rakta!" <<My elven people! Why have you come? I am pleased by your arrival!>> Aravilar smiled greatly and said to the Queen, "Milady," bowing low, "I am Aravilar Holistacia, of the city of Myth Drannor. I am surprised to see soldiers at this school of peace, and I must ask that you command your soliders to at rest. "I used to be in the Akh'Faer myself..." Aravilar trailed off. "Welcome to the School of Light and Magic, Tel'Quessiramin."
Let me tell you a Story 12-20-03, 10:53 PM	As Emeraldeyes counted several things that she needed in the coming campane a fairy came in and told her that the Queen was here. “Send her up and show her the way” She informed the others of the elvin queen and why she is here. “As you can see Keldorn I have some friends who wish to aid us.”
Elvin Queen 12-20-03, 10:58 PM	The Queen was intrigued by the elf-man. “I am Queen Elisa of the morning sun. So tell me the one who calls himself Aravilar of the Myth Drannor. Why have you graced the lesser beings with you heritage?”
Lucky Leprechaun 12-20-03, 11:01 PM	(ooc Ok Aravilar That will be swell just let Pixie know when) Lucky decided to keep kissing Pixie, why not he had nothing better to do! ;) :cool: :smirk:
Golddigger Dwarf 12-20-03, 11:05 PM	Rocky enjoyed the near fight. At least that’s how he seen it. No blood, not even a target for his Axe to play with. That was the problem with magic users they take all the fun out of fighting. Then Rocky saw the army of Elvis. “Tis Elvis?”
aravilar_holistacia 12-20-03, 11:07 PM	Aravilar replied with a grin, "N'Tel"Quessir ilnaa ilyamenie n'ner, arwen en amin." <<The lesser races are not always lesser, my lady.>> Aravilar turned as Keya walked into the room. "This is my beloved, Keya. Keya, I have been greeted by the Queen Elisa here." The slim elf-girl said, "Elen sila lumenn omentilmo, Tari Elisa." <<The stars shine brightly on our meeting, Queen Elisa.>> "I am Keya Holistacia. It's always good to meet another of the People." Aravilar smiled and took his wife's hand. He turned back to the Queen and said, "There are always things to do, and people to do them with. 'Lesser races' as you say are naught but a diversion of the mind from our own routines, milady. "That is to say, when you have a company at your back. What brings your soldiers to this place, Queen?"
Golddigger Dwarf 12-20-03, 11:07 PM	Rocky moved closer to listen in on the conversation taking place. “Maybe I can be making some coin off of these pointy eard freaks”
Elvin Queen 12-20-03, 11:13 PM	Her high cheekbones showed youth of one of such power. Those of her kind could see she was only one hundred and eighty. “I am pleased to meet my kind ,such as yourself Keya. As far as my reasons, lets just say that I have come to bring judgment on the religious fanatics.”
Good Knight 12-20-03, 11:15 PM	Keldorn Fircam was thrilled at the thought of help. “This is wonderful news, we shall welcome the Queen when she enters Agudo’s office. Do we need any thing special for her majesty?” He said to Emeraldeyes.
aravilar_holistacia 12-20-03, 11:16 PM	"Religious fanatics? I am intrigued. Go on, milady."
Let me tell you a Story 12-20-03, 11:19 PM	Emeraldeyes smiled at Keldorn. “No I go way back with the Queen and she will be her normal Elvin self.”
Elvin Queen 12-20-03, 11:24 PM	Elisa was frowned. “ You have not heard? Well then my escort to Emeraldeyes is here. You may join me as my ambassador to this school. As an elvin kin, you have the right to do so, and I will it to be. Come!” With that she followed the guide to Emeraldeyes who was in the office of Agudo. “Emeraldeyes, I have seen the stars many nights without you how have you been?”
Golddigger Dwarf 12-20-03, 11:26 PM	Rocky liked what he heard “War is it? Religious fanatics bring opportunity. Maybe I will spy for someone with the highest coin to offer”:smirk:
Golddigger Dwarf 12-20-03, 11:27 PM	Then again I could join the army as an adventure, plenty of coin that way as well as fighting” He smiled more at the thought.:D
aravilar_holistacia 12-20-03, 11:28 PM	Aravilar said, "Keya, I shalt not be too long. If you wish, you may tour the school." The archmage turned back to the queen. I shall go with you, Queen." The duo reached Agudo's office. Having not been introduced to the room's occupants, Aravilar remained profitably silent.
Good Knight 12-20-03, 11:31 PM	Keldorn stood and gave a slight bow.to the queen. “Forgive me for interrupting, but I am truly honored by your aid to are cause. I am Keldorn Fircam of the RadiantHeart” He then turned to Aravilar. "It is good to see you Aravilar, we met at the dinner for Aerie arivale" He shakes the Archmage hand
aravilar_holistacia 12-20-03, 11:36 PM	"I remember you well, lord Keldorn. Pray tell, what cause is this? I have a bad habit of aiding others, and this seems to be interesting; religious fanatics!"
Let me tell you a Story 12-20-03, 11:37 PM	Emeraldeyes embraced her friend. “Yes its has been to long.” Just then Keldorn spoke up and introduced himself to the queen Elisa. “This is the brave Knight I told you about Elisa.’ She then saw Aravilar. “Yes Keldorn is right we met at the dinner. I am Emeraleyes” she shakes his hand as well.
Lady Clare Windariete 12-20-03, 11:40 PM	She looks to the door and the door opens itself. As Agudo walks in it closes behind him. She did not bother waiting for him to sit or be the first to speak. "Agudo, I beg of you to...." She looks at the orb and frowns, "Shall you go Agudo? I need someone to speak to, Aravilar always can talk later. But I.. I fear I will not be speaking much long after this talk we shall have. Please Agudo, stay and speak with me, attend to him later. I am much of need of your wise counsel."
Good Knight 12-20-03, 11:46 PM	Keldorn pointed to the table. “Please everyone sit if you would all be so kind.” With that he pointed to the large map on the table. “As you can see Aravilar above the Dale lands is Hillsfar. A city of renound evil. Yet it has been taken over by a new religion, going by the name. Messianica Followers. They have chased out the other faiths, granted evil ones; yet still it shows why we have gathered here at the school. They have laid siege to Zhentil Keep, another evil scourge. That in itself is good news for we all know how evil they are. But the Messianica Followers have attacked some of the northern dale towns, in small numbers. Such as Shadowdale, they burned the clerics of many good religions, and if it wasn’t for the local militia. These fanatics would have taken over the towns as well.
Agudo Archmage 12-20-03, 11:50 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Agudo sat near Clare and gave his beat bright smile. “Yes of course, Aravilar is an Archmage after all he can take care of himself for a moment. Besides I wanted to see you as well Clare. But first tell me of your thoughts”
Golddigger Dwarf 12-20-03, 11:54 PM	Rocky slowly and with some difficulty climbed the wizard tower. More than once did he nearly fall. “Blast why can’t wizards live closer to the ground” But he got to the edge of the window where the Queen elf woman spoke.
aravilar_holistacia 12-20-03, 11:56 PM	"I know all too well the area of the Heartlands, lord Keldorn. "We cannot allow these attacks to continue. I pledge my service... and my life, if need be, to your cause." Aravilar smiled and said, "Where do I begin?"
Golddigger Dwarf 12-20-03, 11:56 PM	He heard them speak off Messianica and her followers. “Tis good to be a spy, all I need is them to talk more”
Elvin Queen 12-21-03, 12:03 AM	“Now you know why I and my might elvin army have come Aravilar!. To aid in a cause that has besieged the holy sights of elvin kind. These sick people vandalize sacred temples that belong to the nation of elvis. If you wish to give your life then as queen of the sun elvis grant you permeation. Never the less we will not jump into this lightly. We need to make plans. Supplies need to be set. Do we deal with the Zhent besiegers first, or lay siege to the city of Hillsfar, as the first target?” She turns to Aravilar, “ what do you think?”
Good Knight 12-21-03, 12:06 AM	Keldorn was pleased that Aravilar was ready for this righteous battle. “I would value your opinion as well Aravilar, tell us what place should we strike first?”
Golddigger Dwarf 12-21-03, 12:08 AM	Rocky wished he could write down the things he heard. But hanging here was hard enough. “Now if I could just get them to speak louder”
aravilar_holistacia 12-21-03, 12:08 AM	Aravilar looked slightly amused at the Queen's words. "My opinion, my lady? I am the most inept of your council, I have naught but your words to go on. "However, I counsel that we attack the Zhentarim first so that they do not flank us and draw our backs to the Teshendale River. If we were to be pinned against that flow, we would be crushed."
Golddigger Dwarf 12-21-03, 12:10 AM	He pulled himself up closer to the window, it was dangerous outside. But Rocky lived his life that way. “Come on just give a little more so, I can sale it for silver”
aravilar_holistacia 12-21-03, 12:12 AM	OOC: I've got my FRCS map of Faerun out to aid us in strategy. Edit: My lord! I am the #5 poster here at Agudo's with 102 posts! Holy ****!
Good Knight 12-21-03, 12:16 AM	Keldorn slapped Aravilar on the back in pleased understanding of battle tactics. “Very good Aravilar, we need to make sure are supply liens are safe. Yet what of the Keep itself? The fanatics, want to destroy the Zhents and we cannot trust them. To at least cause us trouble, even though we may save them form the Messianica. Should we Aravilar, lay siege to the Zhents after we destroy the Fanatical army that lays siege to the Keep?
Good Knight 12-21-03, 12:18 AM	(ooc do you have a large map as well? that wonderful so do I and Agudo!) Keldorn waited for Aravilar to reply.
Lucky Leprechaun 12-21-03, 12:21 AM	Lucky took a rest from kissing Pixie. “So tell me sweety, how many kid will we have?”:D
aravilar_holistacia 12-21-03, 12:21 AM	"No. We shall be cautious of the Zhents at best.... After saving them, we cannot attack them in return. "We should destroy, or at least rout the army besieging Zhentil Keep. After they retreat, we can follow them all the way to the River Tesh. There, they will have to load onto boats to cross... And we shall crush them." (OOC Yes, in fact, I have the large map. YAY!)
Lucky Leprechaun 12-21-03, 12:23 AM	“how about twelve the first year and twenty the second. Ye know what they say about leprechauns? It be like the Rabbit’s!” He laughed out loud.
Elvin Queen 12-21-03, 12:29 AM	Queen nodded her head. “That would be wise, for we can at least keep some rear guards, behind to worn us of trouble. But we need to make clear to the Zhents that we shall not tolerate any involvement with them. I and my kind, will not lower are morals; to have Zhents around us. Do we all agree on that?”
aravilar_holistacia 12-21-03, 12:32 AM	Aravilar held a fist to his chest, saluting the queen. "Yes milady, you are correct."
Good Knight 12-21-03, 12:35 AM	“ Yes queen Elisa, as a Knight of all that is good I shall not soil myself with evil filth, like the Zhents. Lets us not forget what Azoun the King of Cormyr, did just so he could gain their help. Imagine Orgs being sent to aid in the fight with the eastern barbarians.” (ooc a little trivia from the Empire Trilogy books)
Let me tell you a Story 12-21-03, 12:41 AM	Emeraldeyes asked a question to Aravilar. “Aravilar as I am sure you have guess, the leader of this new religion is named Messianica. A woman of a Druid way of life, she has turned to nature as the sole deity for us all. A very charismatic person, she took over Hillsfar almost without any blood shed. Do you have experience Aravilar in dealing with powerful religious figures?”
aravilar_holistacia 12-21-03, 12:45 AM	"That depends on your definition of deity, lady. Does she worship nature itself, or the goddess of nature, Mielikki? If she worships the lady of the forest, then yes, I have had experience with her type."
Elvin Queen 12-21-03, 12:47 AM	“Form what I have heard Messianica, loves the power of nature not a diety. She in fact may see her self as one, we are not sure. As an Arch mage Aravilar you must have some understanding of these kind of freaks that use the silly peasants and their lack of true faith. A new religion must be crushed fast, dont you think?” She waits as well to here what Aravilar says.
aravilar_holistacia 12-21-03, 12:47 AM	OOC: It was good to finally get to post with you: Emeraldeyes, Keldorn, and Elisa. I will return after some much-needed sleep. Good morning, (1247 AM here) Aravilar
Elvin Queen 12-21-03, 12:49 AM	(ooc sleep well mage of power and story creation);)
Golddigger Dwarf 12-21-03, 12:52 AM	Rocky didn’t know how to find Messianica, he knew that where these war nuts went so shall he.
Golddigger Dwarf 12-21-03, 12:54 AM	"Lets see if I can just climb down without braking me neck" Blaaaaast.! At the last second he grabed on to a toe hold. "Ok maybe I just listen a little longer and pray for an idea to get down"
Aerie 12-21-03, 12:57 AM	Aerie had said nothing during the planning of war in Agudo’s office. She was a healer and waited for the right time to offer her opinion on heath and well being She could only hope that her skill would not be needed to much in a war.
Lucky Leprechaun 12-21-03, 12:59 AM	“Ye seem kinda quite me Pixie babe, is it me breath?”;)
Lucky Leprechaun 12-21-03, 01:00 AM	Because if it is? I can eat more garlic!:embarrass
Golddigger Dwarf 12-21-03, 01:02 AM	They be a bit to silent in there maybe they heard me? Rocky thought. But he would chance it.
Aerie 12-21-03, 01:06 AM	“Would anyone like something too drink” Aerie said to Keldorn and the others in the group. “ Have Elvin Sweet Water and Fruit drinks, if that would be ok?”
Good Knight 12-21-03, 01:08 AM	“Yes my good friend Aerie, I believe we all could use something too eat as well. I believe the table to are right has some bread and fruits to eat. I for one would like to try some Elvin cheese” He takes a hunk and eats
Golddigger Dwarf 12-21-03, 01:11 AM	What could be worse stuck outside, or being hungry as well “Blast them I ant be a good spy and ask for food to eat from them” He spit on the wall in anger.
Lucky Leprechaun 12-21-03, 01:13 AM	Lucky sat with Pixie eating garlic with her sharing, with the one he loved:love:
Leenaria The Pixie 12-21-03, 02:36 AM	She only managed to blush about his questioning of having kids. She smiles, "It is not your breath, and no I do not care for such. I eat berries and ocassionally bread. I am quiet because I am seeing what a strong and handsome leprechan you are! You are.. um were know very well within my pixie tribe..." she smiled and her voice sounded happy though her eyes portrayed sadness.
Lady Clare Windariete 12-21-03, 02:55 AM	She looks to Agudo and rests her head on his shoulder, "Things have become bad around here because of me, now I fear things will get worse as my uncle plans in hells pits to come and take me back. However, that is not what I wish to ask and speak of Agudo. You remember how close Aravilar and I had become?" she sighs, "We were happy, but now he is happy alone with Keya. My heart breaks more every second I am without him, I have lost sight of who I was Agudo, because of her." Her eyes began to water, "All my life I waited for someone patient, kind, and caring to find me, marry me, and keep my heart warm. Now, I have given up on that. I am going to close my heart to all so that this may never happen again. My emotions will only be anger and melancholy from here on out. Agudo, before I go into such a state, I wanted to say thank you for taking me in and allowing me to learn here at you school. I do plan on continuing my education here as it would behoove me to do so." She stands up and hugs Agudo, "I'll be right back I must go take care of something real quick." She opens her door, crumbles the note attached to it and throws it away in her wastebasket just inside the door. Allowing the door to stay cracked open she heads to Aravilar. Hearing his voice coming from a room a huge gust of wind blows the door down. "Aravilar!" her voice commanding and angry. "Aravilar, you will come with me now, no will not be an answer I will accept lightly." As she spoke she seemed not to notice the others. "You will follow me!" As she stood there, wind that could not be felt blew at her hair and her gray eyes had an empty, cold, icy feel to them.
kulideb 12-21-03, 06:32 AM	((You take a day off and 3 pages are posted!)) The elf blushed as Lucky came. "I'm so sorry about running out on you like that.." she stammered. She was about to talk to the winged elf again when the sound of fighting reached her room. Lucky took off with a glance to the winged elf, Kulideb followed. "Sorry my lady I must see what is going on."
Lucky Leprechaun 12-21-03, 09:09 AM	“Tis yer tribe that be bothering thee? Tell me what is so that I be fixining it. For I be not called the Luckiest leprechaun of all for nothing ye know!”
Lucky Leprechaun 12-21-03, 09:10 AM	Then as he was speaking he saw Kuli his old flame. “Kuli me lady of lost love how ye be?”
Leenaria The Pixie 12-21-03, 09:17 AM	When Lucky called Kulideb his lost love, Leenaria frowned and stood up, "Perhaps this is not the time." Her wings fluttered and she flew over to some flowers and sat down on one. The flower folded up around her, protecting her.
Elvin Queen 12-21-03, 09:22 AM	As Elisa waited for Aravilar to ponder her question, she decided her royal blood could use some drink as well “Did you say Elvin Sweet Water, Aerie? I shall take some of that, and maybe a little cheese as we.” Just then a big gust of wind knocked down Agudo’s door. A human stammered that she demanded Aravilar come talk with her. “Well this should be fun, Aravilar I take it you have lusted for the human body? What of your mate Keya?”
Lucky Leprechaun 12-21-03, 09:27 AM	“But But but But but but But but but but But but but buuuuuuuuuut” :confused: (ooc Picture Lucky like popcorn as he says this) He runs over to Pixie. “Pixie me huny due of the lilly, yer the gold in me pot of gold! Yer the smell in me garlic, yer the reason why Kuli is the lost love. For she lost Me! To Ye! Me pretty bug fly” :cloud9:
Golddigger Dwarf 12-21-03, 09:32 AM	Rocky almost puked at the sounds that he heard, as he hanged from the upper window. Not from the room inside, but form down below. “Be that little Leprechaun stilling me romantic words! He thinks He can just still me ideas. Bug Fly and garlic smell be my words to me many woman that I meet in the taverns. Yet he couldn’t leave the window ledge. Do to the fact that the Clare girl who seems to get into more trouble than a drunken halfling in a bank. Had just pounded down the headmasters door.
Leenaria The Pixie 12-21-03, 09:34 AM	The flower blooms and shows Leenaria sitting there with her legs drawn close to her. Hearing his words she wiped away a tear and hugged him tightly. "Well, that is the most compliments I've ever received in one sentence!"
Golddigger Dwarf 12-21-03, 09:35 AM	“I wonder if Clare be fighting, in Agudo office, That would be a some fun. HA!” He shut his mouth, quickly not wanting be over heard. “Its hard being a spy, when so many things be funny” He mumbled
Lucky Leprechaun 12-21-03, 09:38 AM	“Now Pixie me sweety of me heart, tell me of yer tribe or what ever be making thee sad?” :cool:
Lucky Leprechaun 12-21-03, 09:40 AM	As he waits for Pixie reply to his O' so romantic words. He took out an onion and started eating it as well. "Would ye like some me flying bird of love? ;)
Good Knight 12-21-03, 09:44 AM	Keldorn Firecam had just taken a large drink, when the wind blew the door of his good friend Agudo office. “By all that is righteous, what pray tell goes on here? Have you no respect for fine craftsmanship let alone private property Clare?”
Leenaria The Pixie 12-21-03, 09:47 AM	She sits back down on the flower, "Well, my tribe was killed and thats the reason I've flown such a far distance, well that and to observe the school and its teachers. Also, to give you the shamrock from its native place. I am the last you know.... the last of the Irielad pixies. There are other pixies, but I am the last of the Irielads..."
Lucky Leprechaun 12-21-03, 09:47 AM	Lucky then hands the onion to Pixie. “Would this make thy smile shine for me?” Something about strong smelling food that Leprechauns like, and think all woman as well. :rolleyes:
Lucky Leprechaun 12-21-03, 09:51 AM	As Pixie looked the onion, he had an idea! “We be able to repopulate your tribe. Instead of twelve kids we can have two hundred, the first yer and more after that! What thy thoughts on this Pixie? Can we do it?”
Leenaria The Pixie 12-21-03, 09:51 AM	She holds her nose as she pushes the onion away, "Uh.. no thanks, its all yours."
Lucky Leprechaun 12-21-03, 09:53 AM	Ye ment the onions or the kids?”:confused:
Leenaria The Pixie 12-21-03, 09:54 AM	She grins, "Of course I would be speaking of the onion." ;)
Lucky Leprechaun 12-21-03, 09:58 AM	“Then we be all set, all we need to do is get hitched! And the rest well be more private if ye know what I meant by private!” He waits “We can go to a garlic field and start making the little pixies so that your tribe can live” Lucky smiles, as he thinks of know other more romantic place than a farmers garlic patch. “I be shy though so be gentile after we get married.” :blush: :P :blush:
Lucky Leprechaun 12-21-03, 10:03 AM	(ooc Lucky has to going, but try to post without me, little Pixie of Love. For someone has smashed the door to Agudo office and he be needing all the post money he can get to fix it)):rofl:
Leenaria The Pixie 12-21-03, 10:05 AM	She slightly wrinkles her nose, "In a field of onions? You have much to learn of women Lucky! Women do not like the strong smells of onion and garlics, we prefer soft smells like flowers and the ocean. I know you enjoy that stuff, but I don't as much as you. Sure garlic now and again in soups is fine ..." She sighs with a smile, "Well, enough talk of that.. what kind of decorations to use though..? No Lucky.. no onions or garlic strands," she says the last as though she could hear him about to ask it in her mind. {ooc: have fun! :) }
Lady Clare Windariete 12-21-03, 10:19 AM	She turned an icy glare to the woman who spoke to Aravilar about lusting. Her gaze then turned to Keldorn, "You stay out of this, the door will be properly handled when I'm finished and Aravilar decides to join me. Fine craftmanship? What do you know? I will have you know I was slave to a woodworker and I know fine craftsmanship when my eyes see it. Agudo has done a great job with this school..." she nearly starts to speak in a soft voice, but quickly she gains the hard edge back in her tone, "Just don't speak to me!" She waited unpatiently for Aravilar, "Aravilar you know how dangerous it will be to anger me past my anger point. Even you know that..."
kulideb 12-21-03, 02:56 PM	The small elf smiled at Lucky. "Well I wish you and your pixie all the best, but if you need a friend you now where I am!" She had lost the direction of the sound of fighting so made her way to Agudos office, just in time to see the door being knocked down. She had been away looking for Branth and was unsure of what was going on. She stepped into the shadows and began to focus her mind, she stepped forward and entered the shadow world. She moved into Agudos office and found herself a dark shadowy corner to hide in before allowing herself to enter the real world again.
aravilar_holistacia 12-21-03, 08:13 PM	Aravilar looked up from his place at the table and he said, "Clare, I am in council about a war. What is it you need?" The mage rose and walked out the door, assuming Clare would follow. "What do you need, Clare? I am currently deciding whether I should send troops to war. I only hope Queen Amlaruil will listen to me when I ask for the soldiers." ((OOC: I bought Races of Faerun today.... HEHEHE Elven High Mage PrC! I added a level in that to Aravilar's character sheet. (I think I have enough experience for that... it's not like I try to level up anymore, use the XP for spells mostly.)))
aravilar_holistacia 12-21-03, 08:19 PM	Originally posted by Elvin Queen “Well this should be fun, Aravilar I take it you have lusted for the human body? What of your mate Keya?” "There is a slight complication to my mate, Keya," Aravilar said. "She has returned to me after 1000 years of death. Hanali wished for me to be reunited with my love again. "On our wedding day, 1000 years ago, I was sore wrothed as a balor queen attacked and killed many at the reception. Keya was killed.... And now she is brought back. "I suppose my past (he looked at Clare) has come back to haunt me." OOC: HEHEHEHEHEHEHEHEHEHEHE rotflmao :rofl:
Lady Clare Windariete 12-21-03, 08:52 PM	As they walk off the door picks itself up and the hinges fasten themselves back together. She looks to Aravilar, "We must talk! I will not wait and neither will Agudo!"
aravilar_holistacia 12-21-03, 09:01 PM	"What is it you desire, Clare?" Aravilar said as they walked away from the room.
Lady Clare Windariete 12-21-03, 09:07 PM	"I desire nothing from you Aravilar...." her voice for one minute grow sad, "nothing that you would willingly give me." Her voice suddenly changes again, "Don't do that to me Aravilar!"
aravilar_holistacia 12-21-03, 09:12 PM	"Fine, then," the mage said, becoming slightly annoyed. "What do you need me for? What do you have to tell me?"
Lady Clare Windariete 12-21-03, 09:18 PM	She sighs, "Aravilar, we still need to talk... without Keya and I am sure Agudo won't mind being a mentor type person to make sure we are not interupted! That's all I'm saying for now."
Let me tell you a Story 12-21-03, 09:34 PM	Emeraldeyes sighed, but in pleasant way. “Ahh Love, it so romantic how those two cant gets over each other.” She said to Queen Elisa. Yet others in the room heard as well. “Should we hire more archers, maybe send out a call to arms. Pay any traveling sword, a basic wage and if they prove themselves more valuable; will give them more.”
aravilar_holistacia 12-21-03, 09:39 PM	OOC: Clare wanted me to post this for her... She's kinda sick. "We never finished our talk because of.... her... [Keya] I thought it best we sat down and talked this out. I will not wait to speak of it, since I will not be speaking much longer. My voice will no longer be with me; it is to be removed by.... Well, it doesn't matter!" Clare said. Aravilar looked back and said, "You are being childish. Speak, Clare! I await your reply."
Lucky Leprechaun 12-21-03, 09:45 PM	Lucky was just about to mention garlic and on ions again when the soon to be misses said no. “Well I guess I know who will be warring the shamrocks in this family.” :mage: :ayyyy!: :tiphat: Lucky chuckles and winks at Pixie. Then the tall legged elf Kuli came over,(ooc Everyone is tall to Lucky) and wished them all the best. She seems to suggest that if things didn’t workout, she was still available. “Lucky tipped his hat at Kuli and smiled. Then turned back to Pixie. “Now, now me honey making bumblebee of love , I be faithful. Now as far as what decoration? Well I always liked green, gold colors.”
Lucky Leprechaun 12-21-03, 09:47 PM	“Oh and Pixie can we have a piñata at the marriage?
Agudo Archmage 12-21-03, 10:16 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The Headmaster thought to himself. Oo Its seems that Clare and Aravilar are all going to Hell literately !oO “I wonder if Clare found Aravilar?” Agudo makes his way to the wizards tower and stops to say hello too several people. But soon found himself at his office. He opens the door and sees everyone for the meeting and smiles. “Did I miss anything?” As everyone turned to Agudo, with that strange look on their faces. He couldn’t help but wonder why they were staring at the door. “What? you act like you never seen a door before!” The room burst out into laughter.
Elvin Queen 12-21-03, 10:29 PM	After the laughter died down, Queen Elisa made her way over to Arch mage. “I see that you’re the one we have been waiting for, it does not take magic to see you are Agudo the one they call the Arch mage of the Light. My Elvin intellect can detect your goodness as well as the power you reradiate I am Queen Elisa of the Sun Elvis. I have traveled along way, to battle with this evil, that plague the ancient forest of my cousins to the north. Tell me Agudo what power of magic can you offer?”
Good Knight 12-21-03, 10:33 PM	Keldorn wipe away a tear as he stopped laughing. “Yes Agudo we have all seen doors and latter I will tell latter about it. But as you can see and heard an Elvin queen has honored us by offering aid. Please everyone gather around the table so than we can continue”
Aerie 12-21-03, 10:37 PM	Aerie walked up next to her husband and kissed him on the cheek. “Really Agudo you missed all the fun, never the less Keldorn is right, we must continue with the meeting.” She guided him and the Queen to the table with the map.
Agudo Archmage 12-21-03, 11:02 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley “It is by the Light that we have been graced by your offer of aid, queen Elisa.” Just then Keldorn asked everyone to be seated, and his lovely wife Aerie guided the way. “To answer your question, queen Elisa, I have several options of magic I think will be helpful. Some I have invented myself, and others you may have heard of.” He takes out his corncob pipe and as if it was always lit, started smoking. It smelled of apple cinnamon. He takes a few puffs then goes on. “One spell is my own latest invention, called Agudo’s Flasher” Aerie and a few others chuckled. But The Archmage of Light pretended not to hear. Even though he turned a nice shade of pink. “Anyway… The Agudo’s Flasher, is a spell that sends out several emerald orbs. When it gets close to the targets, they explode with a loud bang and blinded white light. Those struck are blinded and disoriented. This allows us to take them as prisoners with the least amount of damage.” He looked at the map for a minute and pointed to the Tesh river. “I can with time mind you, cast the spell of Air Walk. This will allow hundreds of are Knights on horses, to cross over the river. My hope is that the enemy will receive reports of are coming, and try to block us from crossing the river. When they do we will surprise them with aforementioned spells. For I and other mages, will also be on the horses, dropping my Flasher spells.”
Let me tell you a Story 12-21-03, 11:14 PM	Emeraldeyes considered what had been said by Agudo. “I take it you think do to the large army we will bring, it will be wise to assume that Messianica and her followers will try to stop us early on. That is why you believe we will make are first battle at the river?”
Elvin Queen 12-21-03, 11:19 PM	The Queen of the Sun Elvis took her rightful place at the table. She sat but leaned closely to the map. “Yes Emeraldeyes my dear friend, it is the classic military move. Using a river to slow or even stop an advancing army” She looks up at Agudo. “I am intrigued by your abilities to see basic strategy. Have you studied military tactics before?”
Agudo Archmage 12-21-03, 11:41 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The Headmaster was not sure he should be embarrassed at the queens praise, or flattered. “It’s sad to say, as a historian of the Realms, that in writing my book on history; many wars have been recorded. Though truth be told I have not studied battle plans. Yet all humbleness aside, I am also an expert on geography of many Realms that you may or may not know of. “ He thought for a second before continuing. “The Air Walk spell, will work best for us, if we have are Knights land behind the enemy. Of course we do not know how many Messianicas army will be there, so I will be flexible on the idea.” He reached into his robes and took out one of many spell books Agudo had. “If things don’t go as plan and the flashers don’t allow us to capture as many as the enemy as I hope. Then I will cast my lattes spell called Agudo Mass Statue. Basically like a flesh to stone spell but it effects anyone in a hundred feet of it.”
aravilar_holistacia 12-21-03, 11:41 PM	Aravilar bit his lip as the Queen praised Agudo for his own suggestion. I shall not say anything.... But wasn't it me who suggested chasing the heretic to the River Tesh? Aravilar sighed but did not say anything. He would never presume to contradict the Queen Elisa.
Elvin Queen 12-21-03, 11:50 PM	“Why Aravilar you have returned” She says with a sly smile. “I take it the human woman is under control once more.?” She then looks at Agudo. “Aravilar has had some of the same idea. Normally I let me generals compete with each other. But it would be rude not to point out that Aravilar brilliant plan, also was to fight the enemy at the river. I believe though he wanted to chase them there! While you Agudo had thought they would find out we were coming; and try to stop us there. No matter what it would seem the best idea as come form are two Archmages.” She then smiles deeply at Aravilar. “Tell us Aravilar what do think of Agudo plan? Of using his spells on the enemy?”
aravilar_holistacia 12-21-03, 11:55 PM	"His plan is quite well conceived. I will aid in however you see fit, my lady," Aravilar said from just outside the door, still awaiting the human woman's reply. "What I would suggest is that I away to Evereska and Evermeet to retreive more troops for our battle. Queen Amlaruil will undoubtedly send soldiers, and I'm sure I can persuade Lord Kiinyon Colbathin to send troops," the mage said.
Agudo Archmage 12-21-03, 11:56 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Agudo turned to see Aravilar. “Aravilar? Where is Clare? Is she not with you? “ Then queen Elisa spoke of Aravilar had some of the same understanding in how to take on the Messianicas. “Your wisdom would be most helpful my friend” He put his hand on Aravilar shoulder, anything you could add, I am sure save lives.”
Agudo Archmage 12-21-03, 11:59 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley "Will they arive in time Aravilar, I admit it will take at least three to four months for us to make are way to the northern lands. Yet can the Elvin army you speak of arive by Sea-ship? or air?"
Jack Delaney 12-22-03, 12:05 AM	((ooops silly me, wrong thread...sorry :angel: :behold: :angel: :smirk: :confused: :b: ))
Aerie 12-22-03, 12:11 AM	“Forgive me my love for interrupting, like you said if the Elvin army that Aravilar has spoken off does arrive. Can we not ask them to bring more healers?” She looked at both men.
aravilar_holistacia 12-22-03, 12:11 AM	"Yes, milord Agudo, Clare is right here," the high mage said. "However, she seems to not be herself." Aravilar gestured to the map. "My soldiers can be here within three days. There are more secrets in the Cormanthor Forest than you can know.... or I could tell you about, lord Agudo. "Portals, my lord, portals. My army shall arrive near the village of Elventree, just south of the River Tesh." Aravilar smiled at the Queen. "I shall rally my soldiers, my lady. They shall stand to prepare an attack on the heretic followers." Aravilar saluted the Queen, Emeraldeyes, Keldorn, and the rest. "Lissenen ar'maska'lalaith tenna'lye omentuva, arwen en amin ar'melloneamin." The mage opened a portal, and he awayed to Evereska. <<Sweet water and light laughter until next we meet, my lady and my friends.>>
Agudo Archmage 12-22-03, 12:17 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley “I am sure lord Aravilar will make the proper preparation my sweet Aerie. As an Elf yourself you know they are experts at the healing arts.”
Agudo Archmage 12-22-03, 12:20 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Agudo looked on As Aravilar left and preayed for a safe journy for him. "Keldorn what of your Knights? can we on them with my magic...Some people dont care for spell being on them."
Elvin Queen 12-22-03, 12:27 AM	The Queen frowned at the words of Aravilar. But he had vanished with his powerful magic. “I will be truthful with you lesser races, The thought of Elvin portals being used is disturbing to me. As we all know the portals were used in the fall of Myth Drannor”
Good Knight 12-22-03, 12:36 AM	“Some of the inquisitor Knights are suspicious of your kind, yet I am sure old friend that my troop can make it with your magical help.” He steps up closer to the map. “If High Mage Aravilar does use these portals that the Queen has shown concern about. This could give us an advantage. He will be able to tell us whats going on, so that when we do arrive by horse. We can have a clear understanding of the future battle”
Agudo Archmage 12-22-03, 12:45 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley “It is good to hear that Keldorn , yet even with the advantage of the portals. I concur with queen Elisa, that it is dangerous to use those old Elvin ruins. Evil in great numbers reached out through those things, when the great Elvin city fell” Agudo paused as he considered their next move, “Yet like Keldorn said we can at least take advantage of the help. Should we not order some of the Dale lands to prepare arrows, spears, spare swords and so on? They will want to be paid even though we come to save them. Yet it would be good to have those supplies ready as well.”
Golddigger Dwarf 12-22-03, 12:53 AM	“Now if I can just keep track of this information! Lets see?” Rocky takes out a peace of coal and marks down on the wall about portals and elvin army and what spells will be used.
aravilar_holistacia 12-22-03, 01:36 AM	http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2003-12/527813/aravilar_sesshomarupic.JPG ((OOC: Sesshomaru (the guy pictured) has always been a good example of what Aravilar would look like... sans the demon forms and the demon-ness all together.)) Aravilar stepped out of the portal next to the statue of Hanali Celanil, where a man in mithral chain stood, his hand resting upon the marble of Hanali's forearm. Kiinyon Colbathin looked lazily up as Aravilar approached. "High Mage Aravilar Holistacia, glad homeagain," the bladesinger captain greeted, bowing slightly. "Lord Kiinyon, it is good to see you again," Aravilar said. The bladesinger gestured to a girl of about 85 summers or so, who was clad in the armor and the gilding of a warcaptain. "Aravilar, meet Captain Keya Nihmedu, commander of the Vale Guard." The girl gave a gracious bow and said, "I have heard legends, High Mage, but to meet you in person is truly an honor." Aravilar's mouth hung slightly open when Kiinyon introduced the captain. "Greetings to you, Captain. I had heard legends of yourself, as well. Did you not slay five phaerimm with only a darksword and a prayer to Corellon?" Keya Nihmedu blushed and said, "Those tales are exaggerated, High Mage." She gave another slight bow. Aravilar smiled and said to Kiinyon, "You undoubtedly received my sending." The bladesinger nodded slightly. "The Celestial Battalions of Evereska are on alert. Queen Amlaruil has already mobilized the Akh'Faer and the Akh'Velahr from Evermeet, which shall be arriving here in Evereska within the next three bells." Kiinyon added, "The combined armies of the Tel'Quessir have been told that you are the kano'tel'hosse <<High Commander>>." Aravilar blinked. "How many soldiers have the People summoned?" Keya Nihmedu chimed in. "There are five thousand soldiers in the Evereskan army. Queen Amlaruil has gathered over seven thousand soldiers." Aravilar blinked again, surprised at this turn of events. "Well then, I shall need a second-in-command, Lord Kiinyon." Kiinyon said, "I believe that I have such a lieutenant for you. If you shall excuse me, I shall retrieve him." The bladesinger bowed and walked towards the Hall of the High Hunt, located several blocks down the street. Aravilar said, "Will you be going with us, Captain Nihmedu?" The captain sighed. "Unfortunately not. The Vale Guard is to remain here in the defense of Evereska." Aravilar nodded and sat upon a marble bench. "In four days, the city of Zhentil Keep shall fall to the followers of Messianica. In three, we shall be ready to counterattack them."
Lady Clare Windariete 12-22-03, 07:59 AM	She looks to Agudo, her eyes now glowing a bright red, heat emiting from her body, heat only the hells could give off. Clare grabbed onto Agudo's arm, her hands quite hot to the touch, her voice deepens, "You didn't think I would give up that easily now do you? Clare will be coming with me, once I use her great power to take out this school and the people in it! This school has caused her great pain and now I shall take her with me when I go back to the hells!" Clare's eyes for one moment looks saddened, almost hurt, if any look at her well enough to see.
Lucky Leprechaun 12-22-03, 09:12 AM	The two love bugs sat together quietly, too quietly for Lucky liking. “Now Pixie I be thinking thy lovely head didn’t like me idea of a piñata. Tis true that small people like us, don’t be doing well when the big people start grabbing sticks and hitting things. But ye can count on me, I know we can dodge any one who thinks we be candy”
Leenaria The Pixie 12-22-03, 09:16 AM	She laughs, "Now who would mistake us for candy? You know, we could put the piñata up at the reception." She smiles, "Planning such things is always fun!" She looks to Lucky, "May I be curious for a minute?"
Lucky Leprechaun 12-22-03, 09:25 AM	“I me pretty, open thy heart and mouth to me, and I shall answer yer dreams, or at least be cute trying!”
Leenaria The Pixie 12-22-03, 09:27 AM	She smiles, "Well, I was wondering why you came to this school. What is it that brings you here? I mean, many of your kind are not seen outside their native place of birth."
Lucky Leprechaun 12-22-03, 09:35 AM	He thinks for a moment and scratches his head, then looks dramatic, in a whimsical way . “I is like the clouds that float by , or maybe the cockroaches, they be everywhere like me! Ye see by my beautiful voice, I be a Bard. I sing and dance and play the violin. Even a flute if ye like an Irish jig. Beside I go were the woman go! For I be Lucky the Luckiest Leprechaun ye ever seen!” With that he jumped up did a short little dance with his violin. Then promptly sat down and looked deep into Pixie eyes. “Kiss me!” :love: :drool: :love:
Elvin Queen 12-22-03, 09:51 AM	The Elvin Queen, did not look up at first when the human woman Clare came in. Elisa was studying the map, and had better things to do than deal with silly lovesick children. But then she heard the evil, and slowly moved closer to it source. That being Clare, who now stood next to her general Agudo. “I may not care for the lesser races as others of my kind. But the thought of evil taking advantage of you young one, will not done while I am Queen.” She grabs Clare by the arm that holds Agudo, and looks sternly in Clare eyes. “I am Elvin young one, I know of many things, your master who seeks your death; wishes you to be angry.” She pauses then continues “For once in your life do not be the slave of evil! But a free woman Clare! It wants you to be angry and use whatever power you have, to destroy those who care for you. It is time human woman, for you to be the master of your life! Not Aravilar! Not Agudo! Nor this demon voice that speaks. Only you can set yourself free, by forgiving Aravilar, then and only then will you be a free woman, master of your life… if not Agudo and his school will suffer.”
Lady Clare Windariete 12-22-03, 10:11 AM	"Woman you know nothing! I don't need you to be putting any crazed ideas into her head! She needs her uncle, no one else!" With abnormal strength Clare/Drake tries to push the Elvin Queen back. Then Clare's body steps back and a wall of wind now surrounds her. "Lesser races woman? You think you are so high upon that throne of yours? All you know are servants and coins! Step back wench or you shall be the first!"
kulideb 12-22-03, 03:45 PM	The small elf had stayed in the shadows, she stepped out and bowed her head before the Elvin Queen. "Forgive me lady for hiding. I have heard a little of what was said if I can be of any service to you and your cause, then I am yours to command."
aravilar_holistacia 12-22-03, 04:17 PM	http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2003-12/527813/aravilar_sesshomarupic.JPG Kiinyon returned, looking to Aravilar. "I am perplexed that the Lord Imesfor is not here." Aravilar smiled and said, "Ah, Gervas Imesfor!" Kiinyon frowned and said, "No, my lord high mage, the elder Lord is dead. His son, Valen Imesfor, is the Lord of his house now." Aravilar siged, fiery tears brimming on his eyes. "Yet another lost to the ages. Yet another I must watch fade away." Keya Nihmedu looked from Kiinyon to Aravilar and back to Kiinyon. She knew that the Chosen of Mystra were sometimes lonely people, considering they were quite immortal. However, she did not realize the terrible curse that was until she saw Aravilar mourning the elder Imesfor's loss. Aravilar stood abruptly and said, "I shall not waste more time here. I shall have one of my friends back at the school be my lieutenant." Kiinyon said, "I hope you fare well, Lord Holistacia. I will send word when Queen Amlaruil's army arrives in Elventree. You, however, may take the Celestial Battalions to your school, shall you not?" Aravilar nodded and said, "Should I go to the College of Arms and Magic?" Kiinyon nodded as well. Captain Nihmedu spoke up. "I want to go, Lord Colbathin. Have Faedrie or Teldras or Laril command the Vale Guard in my stead. Allow me to go with the lord high mage." Kiinyon considered this, and he finally said, "You may not." The girl looked positively heartbroken. Aravilar patted her shoulder and said, "Don't trouble yourself. This business will pass soon." The high mage smiled and teleported away. -------------------- Aravilar appeared near two buildings, one decorated with statues of soldiers with swords, the other decorated with mages and spells. As Aravilar walked over the hill which was blocking his view of the vale below, an army came into view. His army. As Aravilar came to the crest of the hill, he saw the 5000 warriors, clerics, archers and mages stand to attention. "The Tel'Quessir are to go to the aid of the humans once again, my friends! We are going to war!" Aravilar said, his voice magically enhanced. The soldiers cried, "Hurrah!" Portals opened all over the Vine Vale, and the troops began to flood into them in ordered companies and units. Aravilar said to himself, I should return to the school before I go. Elisa will want to hear the good news.... And I would very much like to see my Keya again. -------------------- Aravilar appeared inside Agudo's office, bypassing the archmage's teleportation wards. "By the gods!" he exclaimed when he saw Clare. "Step back, demon of the Abyss, from the Queen." Aravilar drew his moonblade and held it to the demon's windbarrier, probing its strength. The magic fire of the blade clashed visibly with the magic of the winds. "Lesser races, you wonder? Yes, you fool, I do consider demons to be lesser races," Aravilar smirked. He said, "Perhaps you would very much like to menaith orlemtor yethratithinor poarthe yethrin tel'templa!" The mage slipped quickly into a spell incantation. The blue flames lashed out, surrounding but not touching the windbarrier. "Do not move, demon, or you shall be destroyed. Elven High Magic is not to be crossed." Aravilar turned his head to the queen, flashing a charming smile. "Templa Tel'Quessir naa quelea!" <<Elven High Magic is the best!>>
Lady Clare Windariete 12-22-03, 08:10 PM	Clare/Drake laughs, "You forget Aravilar that if you destroy this body, you also destroy Clare! However, that would help me out and I'm sure Clare agrees, don't you Clare?" Clare speaks, though somehow it doesn't seem like her, "I agree, I want to go with Uncle Drake to the hells, I would be quite happy there." "See, there? She wants wants to go! You want to kill her while trying to kill me? Go right ahead! We don't mind! You would be doing us a huge favor!"
Agudo Archmage 12-23-03, 12:01 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The sight of his friend Clare saddened the Headmaster. She had been wrenched away from him when Queen Elisa stronged armed Clare. But now Clare seems more out of control by the minute. Agudo history book had appeared and was writing quickly. Yet he feared the ending of this story. Aravilar came back at this moment and was prepared to fight Clare. “Clare remember the times at the village Greenville, when you stood on the table and sang. Remember your freedom when you traveled with Saveal, and me through the lands. Your stronger than this evil Uncle of yours.”
Aerie 12-23-03, 12:05 AM	Aerie went to her husband side “Clare we have only known each other for a short time and yet I am your friend. Don’t give up; you have a future here at the school.”
Let me tell you a Story 12-23-03, 12:09 AM	(ooc sorry I am late everyone) Emeraldeyes had remained silent long enough. “Your story Clare has been told to me on the wind for many moons and sunrises. Ask yourself what do you really want, is t to be in hell? Or with friends?”
Agudo Archmage 12-23-03, 12:13 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley ((OOC On with the show then)) Agudo smiled as he heard everyone speak up for Clare. “Yes listen to those who care for you Clare we all are here for you”
Golddigger Dwarf 12-23-03, 12:16 AM	“Now I be sick to me tummy, with all this goody good stuff” Rocky wasn’t having much fun out on the ledge of the window. He needed war plans not a love story of ditsy girl, “Bah!” Rocky spat on the wall again.
Golddigger Dwarf 12-23-03, 12:19 AM	“He thought about tossing in a firebomb potion just get the fighting going. But then he would be the target of any magic. “Bloody hell! I cant take much more of this save the girl stuff”
aravilar_holistacia 12-23-03, 12:21 AM	Aravilar said quite calmly, "This is pointless. Will not the demon continue to bother us? I see a good alternative." Aravilar then fired a huge fireball into the spellshield. This had better work, he thought. After the body is completely gone, I will call her spirit from the Fugue Plane and reincarnate her into another form.
Lucky Leprechaun 12-23-03, 12:21 AM	Lucky wasn’t too shy when it came to kissing but his woman was. “Ahh tulips of me field of joy, whats be the matter, don’t cha want to kiss your Lucky ? ;)
Golddigger Dwarf 12-23-03, 12:25 AM	“Now of all the” Rocky looked down at the garden, he could hear the two ants of Lucky and Pixie making gogo eyes at each other. “Blast I think me stomach cant take much more of this!”
Golddigger Dwarf 12-23-03, 12:27 AM	"What the ?" Rocky heard a loud fireball go off inside. "Weeee good some action!" :smirk: "I like that Elf already he going to kill the blond baby"
Agudo Archmage 12-23-03, 12:32 AM	Its not that Agudo didn’t trust Aravilar, but the sight of the fireball, was alarming. “By all that is Light!” He looked on as the spell of fire shot towards Clare. http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
Aerie 12-23-03, 12:36 AM	Aerie screamed and buried her face into Agudo’s chest. “Noooooooo”
aravilar_holistacia 12-23-03, 12:39 AM	Aravilar calmly waited for the dust and smoke to clear. Standing in the midst of the debris was a very much alive Clare/Drake. "Gods-damn this!" Aravilar shouted.
Elvin Queen 12-23-03, 12:40 AM	Elisa made Elvin hand jesters to the one who came out of the shadows. “It is well that more Elfs are here” Yet her wise general Aravilar had grown tired of Clare and now planed to blast her to adams. “Your power is great Aravilar. Dont give up!'
Golddigger Dwarf 12-23-03, 12:43 AM	Rocky couldent take it anymore, he had to the fight. He hops up on to the ledge and even though others can see him now, he didn’t care blood lust was all over him. “KILL HER!” :mad:
Golddigger Dwarf 12-23-03, 12:44 AM	The Dwarf had his Axe out and was ready to join. "Come on Elf ye can do it!"
aravilar_holistacia 12-23-03, 12:45 AM	Originally posted by Elvin Queen Elisa made Elvin hand jesters to the one who came out of the shadows. “It is well that more Elfs are here” Yet her wise general Aravilar had grown tired of Clare and now planed to blast her to adams. “Your power is great Aravilar. Dont give up!' "Giving up is not my plan, my lady." Aravilar summoned a spell, and the sentient magic sped off, out the door. Seconds later, Keya walked in, a red-pink fire burning bright on her fingertips. "You called me, my love and my husband?" Aravilar grinned but gritted his teeth. "We seem to be in a bit of a spot." The girl said, "Hanali wills this to be over." Aravilar cast another potent spell, this one to try to cut the demon off from magic. The antimagic field covered the Clare/Drake, and it became distorted. "Interesting."
Lucky Leprechaun 12-23-03, 12:46 AM	Lucky wasn’t very Lucky with Pixie in the garden, but some one was getting some action up above. He saw that fat dwarf make his way into Agudo office. “He be a tricky one that dwarf”
Lucky Leprechaun 12-23-03, 12:48 AM	" I be wondering what Rocky be up too and not just high up on the tower?" ;)
Good Knight 12-23-03, 12:50 AM	Keldorn had hi Holy Avenger Sword out ready to do battle with Evil. “I m a Righteous Knight for all that is good! And shall not tolerate the stench of evil”
Good Knight 12-23-03, 12:51 AM	Rocky moved closer to protect Agudo and Aerie. “Don’t worry my friend we shall face this together”
Agudo Archmage 12-23-03, 12:54 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley “Thank you my friend.” Agudo smiled at Keldorn Firecam his old friend.
Aerie 12-23-03, 12:57 AM	Aerie looked up see Clare alive made her happy, yet she knew this was not over yet. It helped greatly though that Keldorn was near by
Lucky Leprechaun 12-23-03, 12:59 AM	“Maybe Pixie I should use me bag of jokes, and throw up a rope to pull the drunken dwarf down. Maybe he be a bit nicer if we bring him down from his perch?”
Lucky Leprechaun 12-23-03, 01:01 AM	“Pixie?” He looked at his woman so silent like. “O’ why not be kissing ye anyway. SMOOOCH
Let me tell you a Story 12-23-03, 01:03 AM	Emeraldeyes had tears in her eyes. “Aravilar must she die, is there no other way?”
aravilar_holistacia 12-23-03, 01:04 AM	Aravilar said to Agudo, "Do not be troubled by what I do... I suggest you abjure yourself and your betrothed. This battle is not exactly correct for a group of civilians," he added, looking at the Queen. Keya said, "The fires of Hanali shall purge that girl of her woe." Aravilar said, "The fires of Mystra shall channel peace into that girl from despair." The two elves sent their heavens-sent gifts into the winds and spellshield. As I'm sure Clare ((OOC and everyone else posting knows)) knows that silverfire heals all mind-affecting effects currently afflicting a person. The silverfire started to drain the demon's spirit from the girl's body. Aravilar smirked. "Keya my love, we are a wonderful team," Aravilar said. "Aravilar my savior, we are perfect together," she replied. Aravilar smiled a lopsided grin and said, "I know that." The silverfire continued to purge Clare of her demon problem. OOC: Silverfire (Su): At will- the Chosen of Mystra can be protected as if under the effects of a Ring of Warmth, a Ring of Mind Shielding, or a Necklace of Adaptation. The Chosen can also purge herself or a targeted creature of all external magical and supernatural compulsions or mind-affecting effects as if a Greater Dispelling had been cast upon her. This use of the Silverfire counts as a free action, however only one of the above effects can be in use at any one time.
Good Knight 12-23-03, 01:07 AM	Keldorn was going to cast Smite Evil on Clare. But waited ?
Agudo Archmage 12-23-03, 01:12 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Agudo prayed that this would work, for he was sure Clare could not take much more of this”
aravilar_holistacia 12-23-03, 01:17 AM	Aravilar said, almost as if he read Agudo's mind, "Clare can take everything I have and more, my lord. Spellfire wielders can take up to five times their magical tolerance before they burst."
Golddigger Dwarf 12-23-03, 01:23 AM	Rocky couldent help but chuckle at Aravilar choice in words. “Hee Hee, he said burst and I thought I had a poor way of saying things" :rofl:
Agudo Archmage 12-23-03, 01:27 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Agudo nodded his head at his fellow Archmage and friend. “Yet the sick dwarf in the window had a point about the Aravilar way of saying things; about people he cared for, that being Clare.”
aravilar_holistacia 12-23-03, 01:28 AM	"Yes, master dwarf, burst. Clare will swell like a dwarven woman on Midsummer's Eve and she will explode with spellflames." Aravilar was not laughing. "Agudo, Elisa, would you please aid me in this final spell?"
Lady Clare Windariete 12-23-03, 03:10 AM	(ooc: Would you all not care to give a sick girl time to post?? I'm bed ridden and each time I get up to go anywhere or do anything I get dizzy, my head starts pounding violently, and I suddenly feel like I've been running. No one knows whats exactly wrong, though I've had this going on 3 days now and hope it will be over soon. :rolleyes: Anyway.... back to posting...) Clare/Drake kneels to the floor, her hands griping her head tightly, "Agudo .. Aerie make him stop! Please make him stop!" Her cries becoming louder and her voice, begging them. This was, obviously, the real Clare calling out to them. Drake continuing to fight his hardest to stay in her mind and body. Though one red soul leaves her body, however, it obviously did not belong to Drake. "Please I beg of you! Stop... please...!" her cries becoming more and more heartwrenching and merciful.
aravilar_holistacia 12-23-03, 03:34 AM	Aravilar slowed but did not stop the onslaught of silverfire. The flames died down to a trickle, and the mage said, "Fine." The fire died down. Aravilar grabbed Keya's hands and she stopped with her spells. "What can we do, o lord of the abyss?" Aravilar said mockingly.
Lady Clare Windariete 12-23-03, 03:37 AM	"I willingly give myself up, on one condition..."
aravilar_holistacia 12-23-03, 03:41 AM	"You are not in a position to make requests, filth," Aravilar said firmly. "I will allow you this request. Condition, you say? Speak quickly."
Lady Clare Windariete 12-23-03, 03:43 AM	"I leave Clare's body and she loses her sight for good!"
aravilar_holistacia 12-23-03, 03:46 AM	"Sight is easily restored, fiend. And what becomes of you?"
Lady Clare Windariete 12-23-03, 03:55 AM	"Well, nothing now that I know it will be restored. I had hopes that it would not, obviously there are some here that don't want that to happen." He grumbles, "Alright fine, Clare is fighting to hard within me to want to stay much longer anyway. "See you Clare, and remember if you ever need help and these friends ever forsake you, I will bring the most toughest friends I have to fight for you! Remember you have demon blood running through those veins!" his red soul floats out of Clare. Almost waiting for Aravilar's next move. Clare looks around and then to the red soul and finally to Aravilar. Her eyes then closed, her body limp on the floor from exhaustion of Drake leaving her body.
aravilar_holistacia 12-23-03, 04:07 AM	Aravilar sighed and said, "Leave. I will not speak of this willingly, and you are not helping matters. Go now." The demon stared back. The elven archmage sighed again and slumped down into a chair, his wife doing the same. Aravilar said, "Will it ever end?" Keya almost fell..... Actually, she did fall into Aravilar's arms. The Chosen of Hanali fell into a deep sleep upon Aravilar's shoulder, the archmage holding her in his arms. Aravilar looked down at Clare's limp body. He said, "Mystra, aid this girl." Clare felt a warm rush of divine magic, and her wounds and pains were washed away in a river of warm glow. Aravilar, still holding his beloved, said to the group at large, "War is upon us. Queen Elisa, ready your company. I will make for Elventree... after I settle a certain matter." Aravilar raised a hand and said, "Arise." Clare's body began to levitate. He stood, still carrying Keya, and he motioned for Clare's body to follow. The mage and the two women went out the door, and Aravilar led the body and his wife into an empty classroom. He lay Keya down on a long table, her hair fluttering up with each exhaled breath. He sat Clare down in a chair, and he sat across from her. "Are you ready to speak?"
Lady Clare Windariete 12-23-03, 04:13 AM	She looks up to Aravilar, slightly curious but sighs. Her eyes fell upon Keya's body and she smiles. "I.. I.. wanted to say that I'm happy for you and Keya. My behaviour as of late, though most of it is not my fault. I know at first I was extremely jealous and upset. Now, though I realize there is nothing more I can do nor say to make you want to come back to me." She looks up to him, softly smiling, "I ask one thing of you Aravilar, just one small thing."
aravilar_holistacia 12-23-03, 04:16 AM	"If that one small thing is in my power to do, I shall." The mage looked down and away. "Even the gods themselves cannot grant some small things."
Lady Clare Windariete 12-23-03, 04:20 AM	She smiles still, "Please do not speak to me after this and I ask the same of her. All of this has been really hard, on all of us. I do not wish to be in pain any longer of hearing your voice, though that day we first met shall forever be etched into my memory." A haunting smile crosses her face, "Sweet Aravilar, I will not forget you." She stands, her hair gently falling against her back and as she passes him, her warm hand runs across his arm. Her arm then drops to her side and she walks toward the door.
aravilar_holistacia 12-23-03, 04:30 AM	Aravilar did not call out to her, did not stop her. He only said, "Only in time will you understand what you are truly saying." The mage then closed his eyes and began to meditate... Until a small fist hit him in the head from behind, followed by a swirl of chestnut hair. "Wake up, Aravilar!" Keya's angelic voice called playfully. "Aravilar this, Aravilar that. Who is this Aravilar you speak of?" Aravilar said mischieviously. "I know no Aravilar." The girl, with a running start, jumped into his lap and sat there, swinging her legs up onto the chair arm. "You seem troubled, melamin," Keya said. "War is upon us. To battle in Zhentil Keep I must go." "Then I shall go with you!" Aravilar said, "You may have to. We need your spells." The girl looked positively ecstatic. The mage got up, carrying his love in his arms out the door, and out into the garden, where Lucky and Leenaria were. "Ho there Lucky! Stay thine love games to indulge an old elf, will you?" Aravilar said, trying to imitate Elminster. Keya said to the pixie, "I have begun the arrangements for your wedding. Aravilar wants to do it before he leaves, in about four days. Wiil you be ready tomorrow?" Aravilar smiled and said, "You wouldn't mind being married under Hanali's eye, would you, Lucky?"
Lady Clare Windariete 12-23-03, 04:38 AM	She continued to head to her room, her eyes not looking up, the smile that once blessed her face now gone to a haunting frown. Upon reaching her door she softly closes it behind her, goes to her window and opens it. She lets the air breeze past her and not even then does a smile cross her face. "I must move on, my life must become something. I must try to forget," she thinks quietly to herself. "What the others must think of me now, I am to embarassed to even think of leaving my room for a few days. My hunger and thirst," she pauses her thoughts then continues, "even that does not cause me to want to leave this room. Life is my curse and my blessing, shall I ever sway toward one?" She leaves the window open and a raven flies in. Clare smiles to it and then she sits on her bed.
Leenaria The Pixie 12-23-03, 04:44 AM	She smiles to Lucky and was about to say something to him until Aravilar and Keya walked out to where they were. "Oh, greetings to you two bed mates! I don't know who's eye you shall be marrying us under, but don't let it be dripping with blood as I wouldn't want my dress to be stained." She says this very seriously.
aravilar_holistacia 12-23-03, 05:00 AM	Aravilar and Keya laughed in a way they had not for 1000 years. Aravilar said, "By the Seldarine, no! Hanali Celanil is a good goddess of love and beauty. I did not mean her eye was actually out! "I meant that she would be watching," Aravilar said, still not keeping a smile down.
kulideb 12-23-03, 05:03 AM	Kulideb wasnt sure what was going on when Aravilar began to attack Clair, her first instinct was to rush to the girls defence but looking at Agudo she got the feeling that more was going on than she knew about. So she waited by Agudo side, if he acts then I will she thought to her self.
Leenaria The Pixie 12-23-03, 05:04 AM	Her cheeks flushed at such a mistake of words, "Oh, forgive me! I had thought..." she sighs, "well obviously you knew what I thought." Leenaria flies up to Keya's ear, and whispers, "You know that he wants to place onion and garlic strands around the chapel? Please don't let him! If he says anything just nod, but don't do it! My poor little nose just burns at the smell!" She giggles and alights on Keya's shoulder.
aravilar_holistacia 12-23-03, 05:12 AM	Keya giggled and laughed. "Lucky is certainly.... Well... Lucky, I suppose. Garlic and onions? My, oh my!" Keya looked up at Aravilar, who was admiring the elf-maiden's eyes. She blinked her big, mismatched eyes, and Aravilar's mouth hung upon slightly. Keya blushed and said to Lucky, "Garlic and onions! By Angarradh that is terrible!"
Leenaria The Pixie 12-23-03, 05:21 AM	She giggles even more at Keya's reaction, nearly falling off her shoulder. "Lucky is a good leprechan, but his taste is food is.. well.. leaves something to be desired!"
aravilar_holistacia 12-23-03, 05:39 AM	http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2003-12/527813/aravilar_sesshomarupic.JPG Aravilar took a seat upon a weathered rock as Keya and Leenaria talked about the wedding, arguing with Lucky about the onions and garlic. The archmage found that he could not take his eyes off of Keya. Even when he tried.... He couldn't. She kept throwing him furtive looks, as if they were back in school at the Academy of Magic. The kind of looks that told you something. Aravilar blinked, and said to himself, It's like we were never apart. Keya watched gleefully as the pixie began to fly circles around her head, and Leenaria then flew over to Lucky and began to tug at his hair. Keya looked over at Aravilar, and Aravilar again let his jaw drop slightly... It was as if he had seen an angel of Arvandor. Which I probably have, he thought. Keya came to sit with her husband. She lay her head down upon his shoulder, and said, "Leenaria asked me if we would serve as her parents... Which means Lucky is your son-in-law!" Aravilar groaned. "Me? Father? No, I'm not-" Keya said, "As if we wouldn't have children!" She blushed as soon as she said it. Aravilar's eartips reddened slightly. He put his arm around her shoulders and the two sat there, waiting for Leenaria to collect her fiancée so that the two couples could prepare the wedding.
Leenaria The Pixie 12-23-03, 05:45 AM	Leenaria heard Aravilar's reply and flies so she is right in front of his face. He now can see her small lips curved into a pout, "Please Aravilar, my parents were killed before I came to the school. It would make me a happy Irielad pixie if you would!" She flutters her wings a few times axiously. She then quickly flies over to Lucky, picks him up, then sets him on Aravilar's shoulders. "Whats wrong with having him as a son-in-law?" She flies back in front of his face, still having the pouty look.
aravilar_holistacia 12-23-03, 05:49 AM	http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2003-12/527813/aravilar_sesshomarupic.JPG Aravilar smiled; at the same moment, a tear of fire dropped down his face. "I will do this for you, my daughter, for you are truly a creature of much power." Aravilar reached up and pulled Lucky off his shoulder and set him on the ground. "As for this one!" The mage tousled the leprechaun's hair. "He's alright."
Leenaria The Pixie 12-23-03, 05:52 AM	She flutters her wings happily, "Thank you so much father!" Leenaria kisses his cheek, then flies to Keya and kisses hers as well. She then flies down to Lucky, "Hey, your going to have a father-in-law!" She giggles happily.
Agudo Archmage 12-23-03, 09:51 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The Headmaster let out a sigh of relief, as he turned to those still in his office. “Just think everyone, this much work was put into one person. Just think how much more it will be to fight a war” Agudo tried to laugh, but only managed a smile, he walks over to Rocky. “This is a private matter, Rocky and as much as I am surprised to see you…. You need to make an appointment.” With that Agudo cast a spell that shut the window and drapes. Pushing back Rocky to the outer ledge. “If he was rude enough to sneak in through the window, then let him find his way back down.” A room of Law full-Good people, was no place for a sneaky thief. Especially Rocky, who Agudo and the Dwarf, seem to have a past together. “Aerie my love, in an hour or two could you go check on Clare?” He then returned to the table and the map. “Now, even though Keya and Aravilar have left, I believe High Mage Aravilar had an idea; of getting the religious fanatics of Messianica, to be tricked into fighting us at the Tesh River.” He paused as he moved a few symbols of solders and supplies, around the map. “To be honest Queen Elisa, as flattering as your praise is of my idea; of hoping the Messianicas people will know we are coming. I believe Aravilar first idea was correct when he said, we should make sure…. that the enemy is at the river.” He takes a few puffs of his corncob pipe, that still has that smell of apple cinnamon. “Its logical on my part to believe that are large army, will be sighted along the way. For like anyone she will have spies. Yet I think we will have General Aravilar find away to get the enemy to do so.”
Aerie 12-23-03, 10:00 AM	“That would be a good thing to do my husband!” She then walks over to Kulideb “Kulideb would you join me? I think Clare could use all the friends she can get.” Before she left, Aerie gave a loving hug to Agudo, then made her way with Kulideb to the dinning hall. They prepared several foods and on a nice silvery tray, took it up to Clare room and knocked on the door. “Clare, we have brought some food”
Lady_Astrianna 12-23-03, 10:03 AM	At noon, a humanoid figure walks into the School of Light and Magic. A hood covers her face so that none can see expression nor race. She takes steady, measured, almost revered steps as she walks to the front desk, her staff of some kind of magical woven wood make a tap-tap sound before her. In a softspoken voice, reminding one of the love of nature and the beauty of a rising sun, she speaks. "Pray tell, what is this place?"
Lady Clare Windariete 12-23-03, 10:06 AM	Hearing a knock and a familiar voice she sits up. "Come in Aerie." The raven in the window continues to sit there, watching and almost seems to be waiting for something.
Elvina 12-23-03, 11:52 AM	Originally posted by Lady_Astrianna At noon, a humanoid figure walks into the School of Light and Magic. A hood covers her face so that none can see expression nor race. She takes steady, measured, almost revered steps as she walks to the front desk, her staff of some kind of magical woven wood make a tap-tap sound before her. In a softspoken voice, reminding one of the love of nature and the beauty of a rising sun, she speaks. "Pray tell, what is this place?" A red haired Elf sits at the front desk, her hair standing up in little spikes with green on the tips. ((She's Christmasy! :angel: )) Elvina Redoak smiles as a new person walks to her desk. "Why hello Ma'ma. This is Agudo's School of light and Magic. I am Elvina, the front desk secretary. I am resposible for greeting everyone and helping them find what they are looking for. If you could please sign our guest book I'll show you around." With that Elvina opens the every present book and turns it towards the lady. The book has reads as follows Name Title Race Class Here to take classes? Which classes do you wish to take? Here to see some one? Whom do you wish to visit? Here to teach a class? What would you like to teach? ((Editted for some changes in the sign in book. :D Yes Agudo there is a Santa Clause!))
Lady_Astrianna 12-23-03, 02:43 PM	She bows low to Elvina, her hood falling back and revealing brown hair, and a face weathered by wind and rain. "I am Lady Astrianna, Elven Druid and Eternal Protector of the once-magnificent Stagheart Forest. My forest is on the verge of being destroyed; indeed, one might indeed say that it is already pretty far along the path of derangement and destruction. What classes do you have to take? I would like to teach a class; on preserving nature and reveling in it, as well as surviving in it. I would like to explain on being one with the forest, not just taking from it, but asking to borrow from it. Who is the leading official of this school?" And, if you don't mind, I woul like a room, if only for a night, to rest after my week-long journey" Again she bows to Elvina, and leans upon her staff...she looks as though she would collapse, but some inner strength holds her up and keeps her going.
aravilar_holistacia 12-23-03, 04:15 PM	http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2003-12/527813/aravilar_sesshomarupic.JPG Aravilar laughed and smiled at Leenaria. He said, "I'm sure Hanali would be pleased to bless your marriage." He sighed and said, "I should return to the war council. Coming, my love?" he added to Keya. Keya looked thoughtful, then said, "I will stay with Lee and Lucky. Call me if you need me!" Aravilar teleported back into Agudo's office. "The River Tesh is the largest river in the Dalelands, excepting the heavily populated River Ashaba," Aravilar said, not even stopping for a breath after coming out of the portal. "Zhentil Keep lies at the end of Teshendale, at the mouth of the River Tesh. If we attack Messianica at Zhentil Keep," he traced his finger along the map, "we will push her against the river, and then we can have my elven armies attack from the other side." Aravilar sighed and said, "Time is of the essence. We only have three days before the siege becomes unbreakable. I hope to Corellon that Messianica isn't one of those druids who can control whole forests and whole armies of fey and beasts."
kulideb 12-23-03, 04:21 PM	The small elf followed Lady Aerie to Clares room. When Clare called out, Kulideb followed Aerie in to the room with a jug of cool water and a glass. "I hope you dont mind me coming in too Clare." she said as she set the glass and jug down.
Lucky Leprechaun 12-23-03, 10:37 PM	Lucky was very happy, “Me Papa! He smiled as Aravilar walked away .”Now I can have that Father and Son talk about the Birds and the Bees :rofl: “But don’t worry Pixie, I don’t be needing Garlic at the marriage place, I like eating prunes as well” :tiphat:
Elvin Queen 12-23-03, 10:59 PM	“Why my talented general Aravilar, I am pleased at the sight of your Elvin heritage. We need more of are kind here in the war room. As far as your idea about trapping the Fanatics at the river?” She playfully smiles at the Arch mage of Light. “ Agudo has put aside his human stubbornness, and seen your Elvin wisdom in tricking the enemy; to fight at the river. Instead of hoping as Agudo wanted, that they will hear about are march and fight us there.” She walks up to Agudo and pats him on the back. “It is good that are races can work together, no matter who is right.” She then walked over to the High Mage Aravilar. “I have summoned air-sailing-ships, as many of you know, that Elvin magic can keep thema float for twelve hours without landing. That should bring us within days march to Keep. Besides we should not land to close, for who knows what spying Messianica has on us”
aravilar_holistacia 12-23-03, 11:17 PM	Aravilar bowed to the Queen and said, "I will load my troops onto your ships." The archmage gestured to the window, and a small sending was fired to the army. "Do you want me to take charge of the fleet, my lady?" Aravilar asked, preparing to leave.
Lady Clare Windariete 12-24-03, 12:02 AM	Clare and the raven both turn their heads to look at Kulideb, Clare speaks, "No I do not mind, all are welcomed into my room if they do not bare bad news for me to hear. May I ask what it is that you two shall want? Many would not come here just for polite conversation." The raven's coal black eyes watch the two strangers (well, they are to him) stand in Clare's room.
Let me tell you a Story 12-24-03, 12:09 AM	Emeraldeyes spoke to her close friend queen Elisa. “We should all go together, when the ships arrive. They are large gallons, and capable of taking the whole army, including supplies. The ships will arrive in a few hours, giving us enough time to prepare.” She takes a careful look at the map. “Lets us pick up Arvilar army at the hidden Elvin portal, in the Cloak Wood Forest. This will give us some privacy; and keep are enemy guessing of are numbers. Then we can pick up the RadiantHeart Knights at Easting village. Light Mage Agudo, Sir Keldorn Firecam and High Mage Aravilar do you all agree?"
Good Knight 12-24-03, 12:15 AM	Keldorn considered Emeraldeyes words before speaking. “That would be wise, for last I heard they were within a days march of the village. My solders will be fresh for battle if these powerful Elvin flying ships of lore, are as good as I have heard. I would also like to second Aravilar leadership as admiral of the fleet” He smiles at Aravilar.
aravilar_holistacia 12-24-03, 12:18 AM	"Agreed, my lady Emeraldeyes. Still, I should go take command of the fleet so that there is unity of command over at the army." Aravilar awaited the Queen's response.
Aerie 12-24-03, 12:22 AM	Aerie felt very happy to see Clare, “Oh don’t worry Kulideb and I have come for some girl time. Besides your part of Agudo’s family at this school Clare.” She sits next to Clare. “ Its time for you to see that there is more to life, than what you have seen so far. I am a Cleric and I know that at this school Clare, you can be any thing you want as well. Then she laughed. But first how about we do some thing young, fun and silly. I always feel better after I have my hair done. Can I style your hair, Clare? I promise I have a second talent as a barber.”
aravilar_holistacia 12-24-03, 12:23 AM	Aravilar lopsidedly grinned. "Admiral? Perhaps, lord Keldorn."
Agudo Archmage 12-24-03, 12:33 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Agudo happily smiled as well and patted grabbed Keldorn and Aravilar by the shoulder. “With us together what could go wrong! Don’t you agree General Keldorn, and now…Admiral Aravilar? All we need is more titles and will have this war licked in no time.” He laughed some more. (( OOC Plan to send everyone new info on the Agudo School of Light and Magic)) New places will be opening up, near the school. To the west Strange abandon tower out in the woods…… To east deep caves to a fantastic Gnomish village. To the South a magical glade To the north ??? Well you will see as well as The war with Messianica will take place at the school story…But up north!)) Email everyone soon!!
aravilar_holistacia 12-24-03, 12:59 AM	OOC: Got your email. You know where I'll be! On the front lines, my lord!
kulideb 12-24-03, 04:58 AM	(( Thank you for the Email, I will have more time after the holidays, thank goodness!)) Kulideb opened a small pouch and poured out the contents on to Clares bed. Tiny silver bells, ribbon, pink shells, silver and gold thread and small gold discs spilled out on to the bed. "I used to wear them in my hair, when it was longer." the elf said with a smile. "May be Aerie can use them to decorate your hair."
Elvina 12-24-03, 09:00 AM	Elvina smiles and writes all of Lady Astrianna's information down. As she does she answers the questions. "Well we have a Bard class, a Rogue class, and a Gnome tinkering class. History of the Realms being taught by Agudo and Clergey being taught by Lady Hoot. Agudo the Archmage of Light is the schools headmaster. Though most of use know the Lady Hoot's really the one in charge. ((Elvina giggles at this))." She finishes her writing and looks up. "Well first order of business is to show you to your room. You'll always have a room at the school for as long as you would like it." Elvina leads Lady Astrianna up one flgiht of stairs to the rooms. After passing several doors Elvina seems to find the one she's looking for. "Ahh here it is. Well there you go Lady Astrianna, your room. After you have rest I will return to give you a tour of the school if you would like." With that Elvina bows slightly and turns to leave. The first thing noticable about the room is the door, it has your name already on it. The door it's self has a picture of two buetifully sculpted trees on it. Once inside the room you see a canopy bed with a blue canopy. The post look like trees reaching for the sky. In one corner is a simple wooden desk and chair with a lamp on it. In the back corner of the room is another door. If you go through it you find the Bathroom. A large tub of metal, large enough to lay in, with two strange looking handles sticking out of it. If you turn the handles the tub fills with water. Warm, cold, or hot depending on how you turn the handles. ((Simple description, I'm not as good at it as Agudo :embarrass ))
Lady Clare Windariete 12-24-03, 09:34 AM	She looks at the two, then a soft smile forms as she realizes that these two were not here to make her feel worse, but better! The air around her seemed to lighten, "That sounds wonderful to me Aerie! Those are beautiful Kulideb are you sure you wouldn't mind me wearing them?" The raven sat still like a statue at the window, he seemed more relaxed now realizing that they weren't going to cause trouble. He closes his eyes and continues to sit and listen.
Messianica the Savior 12-24-03, 09:57 AM	(UP NORTH ABOVE THE DALE LANDS) In a far off city, in the Northern lands called Hillsfar, an enchanting woman stands by a large open window. Her copper hair shines brightly as the sunrises on a new day. Her tall slender body is illuminated; as each ray of light melds with her rich redish skin. Her long white cloths seem to be pure as she at this moment. A golden strap hangs loosely off her shoulder, as she speaks to those outside. “You my sisters and brothers are my only family. Will not a mother die for her children? Will a son not give his life for his mother? Well will they?” The crowed with tears in their eyes screamed (YES!) “Can I let you suffer under the bondage of slavery any longer? The people yelled (NO!) Did the so called good religions come free you from your bondage?” The disciples scream back NOOOOO! “What of the Evil Religions?” Once more with even more fanatical screams. NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO! Let the world know that you are truly free! Go forth into whole world and free the poor and downtrodden. You shall be my redeeming sword! I call upon all free people, to liberate your fellow friends and your enemies, strangers, and all who are in need!” The crowed started yelling in joy. MESSIANICA, MESSIANICA, MESSIANICA! (Ooc ok the city of Hillsfar is Surrounded by anti magic/anti teleportation field. But this is not done by magic or Anti magic! Its seems to be a new power, never seen before. This will allow for an old fashion siege. Troops and weapons will be the only way to take the walled city and Castle. You can have new characters or old ones that you have, follow Messianica Please people control your supper powerful characters! Were try to make this along difficult Crusade! )
aravilar_holistacia 12-24-03, 04:34 PM	Entirely OOC, my apologies. Also, the whole thing is @Messianica: OOC: I understand what you mean, milady Messianica. I will curb my CR 84-ness for now....... But be warned! Not even the likes of you can hold a Chosen of Mystra at bay for long..! Aravilar's Character Information (http://boards1.wizards.com/showthread.php?s=&postid=2120255#post2120255) OOC: I thought the siege was of Zhentil Keep? That's what we have been planning for, anyway. OOC: This never-seen-before power cannot violate Mystra's limit on spells and magic itself, so I will play according to those rules. OOC: It seems that it's going to be too easy to attack your army when we have a Chosen of Mystra, a Chosen of Hanali Celanil, an Archmage of Light, a Knight of the Radiant Heart, and an elven Queen (who from now on I am going to assume to be Queen Amlaruil)! Oh, and OOC: You just royally screwed up yourself because by saying Did the so called good religions come free you from your bondage?” The disciples scream back NOOOOO! “What of the Evil Religions?” Once more with even more fanatical screams. NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO! Now, all the evil, good, and other religions of the entire WORLD of Abeir-Toril have reason to attack you. And that's what I'm going to have happen through NPCs and their armies. OOC: Just a fair warning that we will only hold back to a point. When one person is regulated, they can conjure up a storm of NPCs and armies and everything else. Yours truly, Aravilar http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2003-12/527813/aravilar_sesshomarupic.JPG
aravilar_holistacia 12-24-03, 04:48 PM	http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2003-12/527813/aravilar_sesshomarupic.JPG Aravilar heard a knock at the door, and he went to open it. A student was standing there. "Milord Aravilar, there is a visitor for you. A Zollex Kiirstacia to see you. He has brought aid," the student said nervously. "Well met and welcome to him!" Aravilar said. "I will go and get him," Aravilar called into the war room. Aravilar walked out the front doors and stood on the front steps of the school, looking for Zollex.
Zollex 12-24-03, 05:12 PM	"Aravilar!" a half elf screamed as he ran towards the front steps with a bright smile on his face. "It has been too long, my friend. We have much to talk about, but it must wait. I have heard of your peril, and so has Evereska..." Zollex motioned to the large group behind him. "Two hundred bladesingers! Corellon is with us!" Zollex backed up to see the Agudo School better. "You sure know of the best places in the Realms to stay. Shall we go in?"
aravilar_holistacia 12-24-03, 05:23 PM	http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2003-12/527813/aravilar_sesshomarupic.JPG "My friend Zollex, it's good to see you again! I trust that there were no complications on your journey here?" "I should present you to the Queen. We are about to leave for Zhentil Keep on her airships, and we need to prepare our spells and swords," Aravilar said. He guided Zollex up the stairs and into the entrance hall. "Do not worry, milady Elvina," Aravilar called to the receptionist, "My friend Zollex will be staying after the war is completed. He will fill out the registration form later." The elf and half-elf walked into Agudo's office. "My lady, this is Zollex Kiirstacia, a captain of Evereska. He has brought 200 bladesingers to aid our struggle," Aravilar said, bowing to the Queen. He motioned for Zollex to bow as well. Aravilar rose. "Agudo, Keldorn, and you all, this is my friend Zollex. He will be staying after the war is finished."
Agudo Archmage 12-24-03, 09:53 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley ((OOC this should help in understanding, the many posts for the last several days, leading up to Messianica.)) The Headmaster gave a warm greeting to Aravilar friend and fellow patriot in arms. “It is a pleasure to meet you Zollex” Agudo gives a half bow. “Allow me to go over the battle map, before we leave on this grand adventure. He points out several key regions, on the map. “As you can see the river of Tesh, runs between Zhentil Keep and the city of Hillsfar. These two places are the most powerful, cities in the area, and they have been bitter enemies for years.” Agudo paused, then continued. “Now that Messianica has taken over Hillsfar, she has sent her legions of disciples to lay siege to Zhentil Keep. Most likely do the fact they would not covert to her beliefs.” He takes a drink of Elvin Sweet Water before continuing. It may seem odd that we will attack her army, as they do all good folk a favor, in trying to destroy the Zhents…… Yet it is a perfect time, for her forces will be weakened by the long siege at the keep. Agudo turns to Zollex. “From what we know Messianica is still at Hillsfar, but her generals have destroyed the Zhentil forces. Whats left of the Zhents are under siege in their fortress. Any questions Zollex?”
Khaira 12-24-03, 09:57 PM	grrrrrrr!
Lady_Astrianna 12-24-03, 10:08 PM	She looks to Elvina and ndos after she relates all the possible classes to take. "Let me think on that...I bid you a good day, and a night of bliss." She bows to Elvina as she recedes into her room, going to the window in the room as she looks at the scene outside, letting out a deep sigh. She clutches her staff, her only link to home and her charge. "My poor forest...forsaken, possessed by the demons of the land...what to do about hell? What kind of place is this? How can I start again...? How can I go on...?" She goes to sit on the edge of her bed. She just...sits there, for a few hours, apparently thinkign deep thoughts. Finally she gets up and, still holding her quarterstaff, walks out of her roomm and back down the stairs. She comes to the main gate and looks to Elvina. "I am going out to the forest. Do not expect me back for the night. " [I]With that Astrianna walks out the main gate, breathing in the setting sun as she makes her way out to the forest. Soon, the image of her is lost as she is swallowed by the
Zollex 12-25-03, 02:51 AM	"The pleasure is mine, Lord Agudo." Zollex nodded with each point Agudo made. "No questions, sir. It looks simple enough." "So that you know where on the battlefield I would best be suited, I shall tell you of my abilities. "I have some skill with a blade." Zollex patted the longsword at his side. "I can also cast some spells, but not too many. That's part of the reason I came here." Zollex scratched his blond hair in thought. "Oh, yes! There is this little trinket." The half-elf unpined the brooch with six jewels in a star shape from his cloak. "The center gem glows if there is danger is near. I'm afraid it isn't much use in a battle. The glow just makes a nice target. But the points can have use in getting around; they act as a compass. The northernmost point shines when the command word is said." He held the brooch up for inspection. "It's come in handy every now and then."
Leenaria The Pixie 12-25-03, 10:42 AM	Originally posted by Lucky Leprechaun Lucky was very happy, “Me Papa! He smiled as Aravilar walked away .”Now I can have that Father and Son talk about the Birds and the Bees :rofl: “But don’t worry Pixie, I don’t be needing Garlic at the marriage place, I like eating prunes as well” :tiphat: "Well prunes are good I suppose. However I fancy berries, nuts, and bread!" She grins then playfully nudges Lucky, then kisses his cheek. "Lucky? I am growing tired may I go somewhere and rest?"
aravilar_holistacia 12-26-03, 10:10 AM	Aravilar sat down in his usual seat and took a chunk of the elven bread from the plate. He chewed that up and then took a swig of the elven wine. "The army approaches, milady," the archmage said after swallowing the wine. "We should prepare to leave within the next day.... But I first have a ceremony to conduct. "To think, I shall be joining my daughter Leenaria in marriage with the leprechaun Lucky! As an ancient human poet once said, O temporas! O mores! Oh, the times! Oh, the morals! It is certainly a beacon of hope for us all that we are celebrating before the storm." With that, Aravilar stood. He bowed to the Queen, and then shook Agudo's hand. He called to Emeraldeyes and Keldorn, "I shall return within three hours, after the ceremony in the Cathedral of Light. By that time, I suppose, the fleet will be prepared to sail for Zhentil Keep." He clasped Zol's shoulder and said, "Lissenen ar'maska'lalaith tenna'lye omentuva, mellonamin, for this shall be an irony incarnate. A wedding before a war?" The archmage walked out of the room. He walked out the front doors, and into the rock garden. "Lucky... and my daughter.... It's time. I shall need to perform the ceremony before the war begins, and now is the time to join you." Keya stood, still in the garden, and she said, "Come, Leenaria. We shall get you prepared." Keya's eyes glinted with a gold glow, a sign of her Chosen of Hanali Celanil nature. Aravilar called to his wife, "I sure hope Hanali is ready to suffer two things today... Blissful matrimony, and a heartfelt war." Keya looked up, fiery tears streaming from her eyes, and said, "She already feels it." The elven woman said again, "Let us away, Leenaria." Aravilar said to Lucky, "Let us prepare you, Lucky. This war looms over the school like a shadow of Lolth (he made a warding symbol with his fingers). Perhaps your wedding shall shed light on this day."
Leenaria The Pixie 12-26-03, 11:04 AM	Leenaria looks up to Keya and smiles, "Okay." She flies up to Keya's shoulder and sits, "So where are we going to prepare at?" Leenaria looks at Keya's eyes glowing, "Why do your eyes glow?"
aravilar_holistacia 12-26-03, 11:10 AM	"A gift of Hanali, my daughter," Keya said as the two made their way to Keya's room. Keya was trying to keep hidden a terrible, awesome fact. She sniffed and said, "Come. We should get you into a dress...."
Leenaria The Pixie 12-26-03, 11:16 AM	She smiles, "Oh, okay then." Hearing Keya speak of a dress she looks questioningly at her, "Do you have any that would fit someone like me?"
aravilar_holistacia 12-26-03, 11:23 AM	"But of course we do!" the elf said. She brandished a wand and pointed it at her closet. When she opened it, it was full of brightly-colored dresses, perfectly sized for a pixie. "Choose wisely!" she said. She then sighed and sat down on her bed, fiery tears streaming from her eyes. She reached for a tissue, but pulled her hand away. Flaming tears on a paper tissue? Fire.
Leenaria The Pixie 12-26-03, 11:26 AM	Leenaria looks to Keya, "Are you alright mother? Your tears are quite strange to me, though that doesn't matter as much right now. Did I do something wrong?" She flies and lands on Keya's lap, she looks up to her with her bright emerald eyes. "Is there anything I can do?"
aravilar_holistacia 12-26-03, 11:37 AM	"Oh, nothing you have done, my dear..." Keya said. "It is just a terrible curse of mine. "Sometimes, it happens that when your soul is so hopelessly intertwined with another's... It become unbearable when you are apart, even for a little while." Keya looked wistfully out the window. "Think of it like this. Two trees, which had sprouted so close together that they grew into each other and became like one tree," she tried to explain. She sighed ((quite theatrically)) and said, "But enough of my heart. Yours is what I am concerned about!" She wiped the fire from her eyes and said, "Let us see what we can do here."
Leenaria The Pixie 12-26-03, 11:40 AM	Leenaria looks up at Keya suspiciously, "Are you sure thats all that is wrong? I can often feel if one is telling me the full truth, are you?" She then turns away from her to let Keya think on that and then starts thumbing through the dresses.
aravilar_holistacia 12-26-03, 11:43 AM	Keya's eyes glinted fiercely with a gold suffusion. "It is nothing, my dear. Just the simple longing of a hopelessly-in-love lover is all."
Leenaria The Pixie 12-26-03, 11:48 AM	She turns to look at her suspiciously again, "Are you sure that it is nothing, for I don't think it is. It has to be something more than you are telling me mom." She then turns back to the dresses, while looking at colors and ocassionally holding a couple up to her body.
aravilar_holistacia 12-26-03, 11:53 AM	Keya said, "There is always something more, my dear." The elf sighed and allowed another few tears to spill forth.... but they were golden tears. "It was terrible to see Aravilar the way he was, you know. He was so terribly scarred... And then I was returned to him! But even that was not as good as I had hoped. Sending--myself--back to this time was another fiasco." Tears of gold flowed freely down the girl's cheeks.
Leenaria The Pixie 12-26-03, 11:57 AM	She frowns and looks up at Keya then flies over to her lap. "I know its hard for you to speak of, but I know there is something else, something you are not speaking of and keeping behind a wall somewhere inside you. If you want me to stop bothering you about this, then you have to tell me what it really is. I won't leave you alone until you do nor will I get myself prepared for the wedding until I know exactly what it is that you are hiding."
aravilar_holistacia 12-26-03, 12:04 PM	"Well then, my dear.... You are persistent, I must say!" The elf girl stood and allowed another golden tear to fall from her eye. "If you must know, then I suppose it would be alright to tell you..... "But you must not tell anyone... Especially Aravilar. He cannot know... Unless he already does, of course."
Leenaria The Pixie 12-26-03, 12:05 PM	Leenaria nods, "Yes, I must know and I swear I won't tell anyone you have my word as a Irielad pixie."
aravilar_holistacia 12-26-03, 12:21 PM	"I suppose it will not hurt to say it..." the girl began. "Mystra is not the only one that has loved a human, you know. And it was chance that brought Aravilar to me 1000 years ago. "I was looking around Myth Drannor for a certain artifact, dedicated to the church of Hanali. In fact... the artifact was the Goldheart, the supposed mortal heart of Hanali. "I was being naive and stupid... I went into the temple, and I went into the temple's inner sanctum. The Goldheart was there.... And so was Hanali! "The goddess said, 'Why have you come, my daughter?' "I was way too scared to speak, so she spoke for me. 'I fear you are going to suffer a terrible fate, my daughter... Perhaps I shall ease you and your lover's pain...' "At the time, I did not really know Aravilar, save for flirty looks in spell class and some half-serious love letters. But as she said it... I realized our relationship was a gods-destined thing. And then the Lady said, 'There now. Perhaps you shall understand when you are older...' "My body was suffused with a golden light. The lady said, 'My agents on this world are few and far between. You shall be one.' I really was not understanding this, but the Lady would not allow questions. "An avatar, I later found out, was the embodiment of a goddess on the Material Plane. But that is not what I was... Am... I supposed that being Chosen of the Lady was my plight. "And then I was killed. It was definitely the Lady's will. And then I was brought back! In my love's arms..." Keya sighed and said, "And that's my story. So what shall I do? I cannot tell Aravilar... But then again, he already knows. I guess it is unspoken, then."
Leenaria The Pixie 12-26-03, 12:26 PM	She listens intently to her story, "Wow, that is a great love story! Though even if it is a unspoken thing between you and him, it is best if you tell him anyway. It is always best to be truthful and open with anyone, so even though you might think it is unspoken, there is always the chance it is not spoken at all." She smiles up to Keya and then flies back over to the clothes, finally she sees one she likes. It is a deep green with a silk hem, she holds it up against herself, "Keya, what do you think of this one?"
aravilar_holistacia 12-26-03, 12:32 PM	"It is beautiful, Leenaria. Matches your eyes..." The girl could not stop crying, however. "Aravilar is leaving to war, and I must not tell him before he goes-" she began, but the door opened. ((OOC: Remember the Name Attunement (Su)? HEHEHE!)) Aravilar walked in. "Tell me what? I overheard something about how I cannot know something?"
Leenaria The Pixie 12-26-03, 12:38 PM	Leenaria nearly jumps out of her skin when the door opens, "Well good thing I wasn't undressed wasn't it father?" She then flies up and hugs his neck, then whispers the story about Keya into his ear, especially the part about Leenaria not suppose to be saying anything.
aravilar_holistacia 12-26-03, 12:48 PM	Aravilar's warm smile goes from friendly, to neutral, to almost icy cold as the story is related. "I know, I know. I already know," Aravilar continued to say. "I knew since the Academy of Magic." Keya looked mortified. She hid her face, wiped the tears off. Aravilar motioned to Leenaria and said, "Give me a minute alone with Keya, alright? I'll be down in the Cathedral in just a second."
Leenaria The Pixie 12-26-03, 12:49 PM	She looks into his face, "But.. but father I'm not even changed and I was hoping Keya would fix my hair!"
aravilar_holistacia 12-26-03, 12:57 PM	"Alright then..." Aravilar chuckled. "I'd love to see your dress!" Keya was still mortified. "I never would have--" Aravilar put a finger to her lips. "Some things are better left unsaid. And what's left unsaid sometimes speaks loudest of all." The archmage sat on the bed next to his wife. "I'm sure Hanali smiles upon this day!" Aravilar said. "And upon Lucky's marriage." Keya laughed, the tears subsiding. "She does, she does." She suddenly grabbed Aravilar around the waist and held him there. She leaned her head upon his shoulder and cried, and cried, and cried.
Leenaria The Pixie 12-26-03, 01:03 PM	Leenaria looks for a place to undress and dress without the eyes of a man watching. She hids behind the door in the closet then walks back out to where they could see her. She grins, her body suddenly grows to 5 and a half feet. Her wings no longer poking out from her back. The dress forming nicely to her figure and the silky hem hangs down loosely to her ankles. She smiles to them, "So, what do you think father? Keya says it matches my eyes, do you agree?"
aravilar_holistacia 12-26-03, 01:16 PM	"So, the true form of the pixie of Irielad is shown. I did not expect you to reveal it now... But I suppose this is as good a time as any. "Yes, the dress does match your eyes!" the archmage said. He turned to his wife, and he lifted her chin to see her green and gold eyes. "Come, now. I don't want my last sight of you to be sad!" Keya sniffed and said, "Alright!" She got up, brushing her lips on Aravilar's cheek, and said, "Leenaria, I will fix your hair for you..." Aravilar smiled and teleported to the Cathedral, where the decorations were in place. He stood at the altar, and he calmly awaited the bride and groom.
Leenaria The Pixie 12-26-03, 01:19 PM	She looks to Aravilar, "The pixie form is my true form, this is just something I can do. Though I often prefer the other and espeically with Lucky's size, the other is going to be what I will be most of the time." She then looks to Keya with a bright smile, "Thank you!"
Lucky Leprechaun 12-26-03, 04:51 PM	His pretty bride to be. took off with the long legged Keya, Lucky decided to get ready for the matrimony. “Now let’s me see, I thinks it be good to go with me classic green pants and vest. Me shirt will be white and me belt yellow like me teeth.” He chuckles as he relies thats what he has on now. “Now off to the chapel” He hops along until he reaches the place. He walks a long until he reaches the front, near the stage. “Now all I has to do is wait for me woman and the, well the guest? Did I need to invite others?” He looks around the big cathedral, and wonders if it would look better with more people. :confused:
aravilar_holistacia 12-26-03, 08:11 PM	http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2003-12/527813/castrm.gif Aravilar laughed. "Invite anyone you wish to invite, my son!" "We should, however, finish this quickly, as there is a fleet of airships awaiting my arrival. I should not keep the Army of Light waiting."
aravilar_holistacia 12-27-03, 02:08 AM	((OOC: I finally convinced Clare to RP Keya for me! Let's see what transpires from now forth.... and I am no longer in control of Keya!)) Happy Holidays, http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2003-12/527813/castrm.gif
Agudo Archmage 12-27-03, 09:36 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Agudo held his arm out, as the lovely snow owl sat on his shoulder. “Lady Hoot you will be in charge of the school while I am gone.” He smiles and continues. “I am also sure everything will run smoothly, we will be in contact through messenger if anything goes wrong.” The Archmage of Light looked over at the majestic ships before him, which sat just outside the school in the meadow. Lady Hoot flapped her wings gently as she spoke. “May you use wisdom above all else in this campaign, for not all may be as black and white in a war…… Yet I pray for your safe return my cherished friend” Agudo shed a tear at Lady Hoot words, and then nodded. “By the Light I shall be home soon.” With that the two parted as he made his way up the plank. Out in the filled lay thousands of bags, crates and a verity of other supplies for this Crusade. Near the supplies were the tens of thousands of troops, from Knights and horses, to Archers, and handlers. Such as smithies to cooks, everything an army would need on this long trip. Agudo spoke to one of the captains of the many flying ships. “Have your crew finish loading by sundown, for destiny awaits us in the Dalelands” The captain, a slender elf nodded her head and whistled, for them to hurry. (In the Cathedral of Light) Lady Hoot had invited her Clerical class, to watch this lovely ceremony that was about to take place. In fact other students as well joined, and sat in the chairs, all smiling happily at Lucky. The wise white owl came near both Lucky and Aravile. “I am sure Lucky that Pixie is just making herself extra beautiful for you, and soon will be down.”
Let me tell you a Story 12-27-03, 10:10 AM	Emeraldeyes was in the lobby taking her bags outside to her assigned Elvin ship. When she saw Aravilar at the front of the cathedral. “I suppose if he has time for a sweet union of two people. Then I as well shall enjoy a moment of peace before war” Emeraldeyes makes her way to Aravilar. Let this be your finest hour, Aravilar! I pray you will be remembered as a person who joined people in love and not just as a general of an army” She said this kindly to Aravilar then turning to Lucky she said a few words. “May nature and love join you both in this joyful day Lucky” She then walks away and finds a seat near the front
Leenaria The Pixie 12-27-03, 12:11 PM	Leenaria looks to Keya with a bright smile, "So.. what shall you do with my long hair? I couldn't imagine what to do other than leave it as it is, but this is such a big event that leaving down will be to plain!"
Keya_Moonstar 12-27-03, 01:30 PM	She smiles to Leenaria and stands behind her, "Yes, leaving it down would be to casual for such an event. I was thinking of pulling it up into a bun behind your head or even pulling it into a ponytail would be beautiful." She pulls the hair back that is hanging down on her shoulders and runs her fingers through Leenaria's silky red hair.
Leenaria The Pixie 12-27-03, 01:43 PM	She grins, "I think I like the ponytail idea! Let me go give you something to pull it back with!" Leenaria opens her palm out and a band of shamrocks form a circle. The stems form a tight strong band that gives way a little so as to be able to stretch around her mass of red hair. She turns around to hold it up to Keya, "Here you go mother! I think this is quite appropriate for the occassion." Her eyes full of excitement and happiness, her voice quite full of excitment as well.
Keya_Moonstar 12-27-03, 01:59 PM	Keya looks down in the hands of her daughter, "I think it will be perfect!" She grabs the shamrock ring and places it around her wrist. Keya then begins to gently pull Leenaria's hair back into a ponytail, trying to catch all the extra strands of hair, while trying to bring the strands into one big bunch of hair. When she was finished doing that, she holds the hair with the hand that the shamrock ring is hanigng on the same wrist, and uses her other hand to pull the shamrock ring from her wrist to up around the ponytail, where all the hairs meet. Keya, then, uses both hands to tighten the ponytail and make sure the shamrock ring is tightly secured around her hair. She directs Leenaria infront of the mirror and smile, "What do you think?"
aravilar_holistacia 12-27-03, 02:02 PM	Aravilar smiled and said to Emeraldeyes, "It is the least that we can do before the coming storm." He then summoned a golden book, a gold heart emblazoned upon its cover. Aravilar said, murmuring under his breath, "Angharradh, bless this holy day with your shining light. "Sehanine, blaze a path of light and good for the union of these two... "Labelas grant them long lives and long hearts... "And Hanali, the Winsome Rose, grant them peace and love in their lives.... "Grant them strength to survive the coming storm, Corellon the Coronal of the Elves." Aravilar sat the book back down on the white marble altar and he awaited the arrival of Keya and Leenaria.
Leenaria The Pixie 12-27-03, 02:49 PM	She smiles, "Wow mom! That's really beautiful! Thank you!" She turns around and gives Keya a huge hug!
Good Knight 12-27-03, 09:31 PM	Keldorn Firecam rode his proud stallion through the ranks of solders. Encouraging them to get their gear on board the ship. “Time is off the essence, hurry brave woman and men. Let this be a fine example of are ability to work together.” The RadiantHeart Knight strode farther, until he reached the gates of the school. “Steady my fine stead, I will be back, I just need to attended a friends ceremony” He tied the horse at the post and worked his way through the growing crowed. An attendant for the cathedral ushered him in, to a front seat. “Lucky you look smashing my little friend” He then nodded to Aravilar and smiled as he sat in the front.
aravilar_holistacia 12-27-03, 09:38 PM	Aravilar raised his hands to quiet the guests. "Before we begin today, I would like to say that I am glad you who are about to go to war have come to join this celebration of matrimony." Aravilar said, "I myself am neglecting the Admiralty..." The archmage gave a mischevious grin. The mage lowered his hands. He signaled to a small glowing orb, which sped up the stairs and into Aravilar's room. "It is time, miladies," the orb said to Keya and Leenaria. Aravilar murmured another prayer to Hanali before continuing. He said to Lucky, "Let us hope that your bride is ready, for the hour grows late."
Elvin Queen 12-27-03, 09:38 PM	The Elvin Queen was seated and watching those who came to this blessed event. “I have never seen a Leprechaun get married before, even with my long Elvin life. I guess there is a first time for everything” She said to her bodyguard.
Golddigger Dwarf 12-27-03, 09:47 PM	The dwarf had perfumed himself up and even washed his underwear. Rocky was ready for the tears as well for he had a handkerchief. “Something about wedding always makes me cry” He blew his nose as he talked with a Minatare seated next to him.
Golddigger Dwarf 12-27-03, 09:50 PM	Rocky turned to the other person next to him. A woman Genie, with a rosy pink vale on. “Do ye think the little leprechaun will spring for food afterwards?”
Angel Elf 12-27-03, 09:58 PM	“All this way, from my distant home, to help save the realm. Yet here I am looking on as two small groundling people, become one in romantic union.” She sighs. “I thought I would be doing something heroically right now. Maybe saving a village, or something like it. So be it ! If I must see this then, may it be entreating; maybe the leprechaun will say something funny?” She said to no one in particular
aravilar_holistacia 12-27-03, 09:59 PM	"Food should be the least of your worries, master Dwarf. We should be worrying about a certain high archdruid who is currently massacring Zhentil Keep. "But yes, I suppose there shall be food afterwards," the mage said, his eyes glinting.
Golddigger Dwarf 12-27-03, 10:02 PM	Rocky smiled and let out a belch. “Tis good to hear Aravilar” He yelled out from the eighth row. “Will ye have Ale as well?”
Golddigger Dwarf 12-27-03, 10:03 PM	Rocky elbowed the two seated next to him. “Ha! Thy eyes can see it don’t hurt to ask” Rocky rubs his tummy as he thinks of eating.
Lucky Leprechaun 12-27-03, 10:07 PM	Lucky frowned as he heard Aravilar mention food. “O ’my I be forgetting to pay for food!. Do ye think people will mind eaten me leftover bread?” He asked to Aravilar.
aravilar_holistacia 12-27-03, 10:08 PM	"I would prefer some distilled Elverquisst (he nodded to the Queen at the mention of the elven wine), but if ale is all that there is, I shall partake in that," Aravilar said.
aravilar_holistacia 12-27-03, 10:10 PM	"Do not be troubled!" Aravilar said, turning to the groom. "I have taken care of your culinary problems." With a sweep of his hand, Aravilar summoned tables upon tables of dishes and delights.
Elvin Queen 12-27-03, 10:15 PM	“Yes Aravilar that would be nice but I believe the smelly dwarf would still want hard drink.” The Queen then asked to one of the ushers. “Will the bride be joining us, or is this some quaint lesser race custom of just having the man at the wedding?”
Lucky Leprechaun 12-27-03, 10:18 PM	Lucky tipped his hat at Aravilar. “We be a good team me friend, Now alls we needs is me love Pixie? Um did she run away?”
aravilar_holistacia 12-27-03, 10:20 PM	"My lady, I am told that the bride and my wife are in preparations. I do hope that Labelas hastens them, for Messianica shalt not wait for us!" Aravilar lightly tapped his foot upon the ground.
Golddigger Dwarf 12-27-03, 10:22 PM	"Looks like the woman aint showing so Aravilar, be bringing out the food" Rocky gets up and starts walking to the table of food. "So it be eating time" Licking his lips as he eyes the food
aravilar_holistacia 12-27-03, 10:25 PM	Aravilar smirked at Rocky. "The rude, unmannered dwarf seems to be impatient," he said to the Queen. "Sometimes I agree with you, my lady, on the customs of other races."
Golddigger Dwarf 12-27-03, 10:25 PM	So much good food. Rocky thought, he then looked at Aravilar. "This better not be some kind of magic trickery? I needs me foods to last!"
Good Knight 12-27-03, 10:30 PM	Keldorn waited quietly for the ceremony to start. He was of course thinking about the war, and how to arrange his troops once they pick the Knights up latter. “At least this will be a happy time” He said to Aravilar.
aravilar_holistacia 12-27-03, 10:30 PM	"No, master dwarf, the food is quite real," Aravilar said, barely concealing a laugh. Aravilar raised an eyebrow at the Queen.
aravilar_holistacia 12-27-03, 10:32 PM	"I cannot wait for this crusade to begin, Lord Keldorn. You are correct in wishing to order your troops; I must also order the Evereskan Vale Guard once we come close to Evereska.... And I worry that we shall run ut of time before then," Aravilar said to Keldorn.
Angel Elf 12-27-03, 10:36 PM	Angel Elf saw the mage Aravilar bring forth the food with magic she mumbled out loud. “I wonder if he is single? Maybe he would be a good cook, and take care of the children when I am off to war; or what ever my code calls me to do.”
aravilar_holistacia 12-27-03, 10:43 PM	Aravilar turned to Angel. "I am flattered you would say that!** However... I am currently and forevermore betrothed and entwined with my love Keya. Did you not hear of that glorious story?" Aravilar thought for a moment and then said, "Besides, I believe Keldorn a much better companion for you!" ((** Chosen of Mystra SQ: Name Attunement; Name Attunement (Su): Whenever any of The Chosen’s name, titles, nicknames, or his Truename is spoken, he hears it and the next nine words that person speaks. ))
Agudo Archmage 12-28-03, 12:29 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley “That will be fine” The Archmage of Light said to a field hand on the ship.“ “I will be back, as soon as my student Lucky is betrothed to Pixie.” With that he walked down the plank and over to the school. Agudo could see that it was almost time and took a seat off to the side of stage. Seeing Aravilar he spoke up so his friend could her him. “I see everyone is here, I can’t wait to see the blushing bride.” Lady Hoot flew over and anded on Agudo's shoulder. She smiled at him and waited for Pixie
aravilar_holistacia 12-28-03, 12:37 AM	http://img.villagephotos.com/p/2003-12/527813/castrm.gif Aravilar called to Agudo, "There's no need to speak up, my headmaster! Do not forget the gifts of Mystra..." "I shalt have need of taking command of the fleet soon... I surely hope that the bride makes haste!"
Aerie 12-28-03, 12:38 AM	Aerie was just freshening up after having so much fun with Clare. They had fixed Clare up like a princes and talked late into the night. Yet now was almost noon, and Aerie had just woken up. “Goodness the Cathedral bells are ringing. The marriage of Pixie and Lucky, I hope I won’t be late.” She rushes into the washroom, and quickly freshens up. She then runs down stairs to the Cathedral. “I wonder if Clare is coming and Kulideb?” She wondered out loud. “They wanted to stay up and talk long after I was ready for bed.” Just then she saw her husband Agudo and made his way to him. “Greeting light of my life, has the bride arrived?” She gives him a sweet kiss then looks around to see if Pixie has arrived. Then Aravilar spoke about Pixie showing up soon for he needed to go off and take command.
Agudo Archmage 12-28-03, 12:43 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The Headmaster hugged Aerie and was truly pleased to see her. He then nodded to Aravilar and understood his need to continue the journey. Turning back to Aerie he kissed her and whispered. “I am sure Pixie will be upon us soon, she seems to love Lucky.”
Zollex 12-28-03, 12:51 AM	Zollex sat patiently near the back through the wedding. It was always good to be reminded that there were things worth fighting for besides treasure and honor. At the end of the ceremony, the half-elf droped a gift off and walked over to the food. Zollex picked up a little of everything and walked towards Aravilar. "It is so very nice to see two lovers joined for life," Zollex said. "I, of course, am not yet ready to settle down yet. Too much fighting spirit in me. I haven't casted a fireball in almost six hours!"
Leenaria The Pixie 12-28-03, 09:18 AM	Leenaria looks to the orb and lets out a deep breath and then looks to Keya, "Well it seems they are ready for us mother. Let us not keep them waiting much longer." She grabs Keya's hand and waits for her to lead the way.
Keya_Moonstar 12-28-03, 09:27 AM	Keya nods with a smile to Leenaria as she notices Leenaria holding her hand quite tightly, "Don't be nervous Leenaria, this is going to be one of your most memorable days in your life." She then leads Leenaria out of the school and just outside the chape. She leans down and whispers to Leenaria, "You might want to change back my daughter."
Lady Clare Windariete 12-28-03, 09:32 AM	Clare had heard of the wedding but had decided to stay in her room. She sits on the bed looking at the raven, the raven looking back at her. They seem to be having a conversation in their minds by the way it looks. She finally breaks the gaze between her and the raven, and sighs. "Well, everyone is at the wedding and we are here. What shall we do? The dance I wanted to start up could still be planned, though I'd have to check with someone. However I don't think he'd mind me doing it anyway. Perhaps I ought to prepare one so that the other students here will not fret so much about the war going on outside, but keep their hearts happy and peaceful. What do you think, Aravilar?" The raven caws a few times and then quiets back down. Clare nods, "Then its settled! I shall start the preperations right away!"
Lucky Leprechaun 12-28-03, 09:35 AM	Lucky was feeling a bit nervous, but thought it was just the prunes he ate, and patted his stomach. He hears the crowd way in the back start to clap and the music starts to be played as several Bards sing and play musical instruments. “Well Lucky is about to get Lucky, or this is when the woman runs away like all the others at the last minute. But they were normally drunk at the time, when the Ale wore off.” ;)
Leenaria The Pixie 12-28-03, 09:39 AM	She nods to Keya, "Yes, I don't want Lucky to know right now. I shall tell him afterwards." She lets go of Keya's hand and then changes back into her small pixie form. She flies into the chapel and then alights beside Lucky with a bright smile. She wears a green dress that ends at her ankles, the hems made of silk. Leenaria doesn't seem to be wearing any shoes, though no one has ever seen her wear them. Her hair is tied beautifully back with a shamrock circle that holds her ponytail tightly behind her head.
Keya_Moonstar 12-28-03, 09:42 AM	Keya walks in a minute after Leenaria flies in. She sees Aravilar at the front and walks up to him, she gives him a kiss on the cheek, then goes and sits down in the front keeping her eyes on Aravilar and the happy couple.
Leenaria The Pixie 12-28-03, 09:43 AM	She turns to smile at Lucky, "Well this is it..."
Lucky Leprechaun 12-28-03, 09:48 AM	He sees Pixie fly up and almost fainted. She looked wonderful, stunning, and gorgeous. He took his sleeve and brushed aside the sweat on his head. “Tis true my flying rose, we shall soon be one in love.” :cloud9:
Golddigger Dwarf 12-28-03, 10:01 AM	Rocky was just about to chomp down a drumstick when the little woman of Lucky showed. “Ha! And I be thinking ye wouldent be showing!” He grabbed some more food and drink, and sat back down munchen away
Leenaria The Pixie 12-28-03, 10:19 AM	She looks to Rocky with a smile and slight confused look, "Why would I not show?"
kulideb 12-28-03, 10:26 AM	Kulideb woke up to the sound of bells. "Oh! I'm late!" She jumped out of bed and washed and changed as fast as she could. Then she ran off to the chapel. She only just made it! she sat at the back trying to calm her breathing. Last night had been fun and it had been good to see Clare smile, just then the bride arrived.
Lady_Astrianna 12-28-03, 09:51 PM	Just as dusk was falling at Agudo's School of Light and Magic, Astrianna can be seen walking towards the school again, coming back from the forest. She looks well-rested and rejuvenated, but still troubled by some deep, dark burden. She walks in, through the gates, nodding to Elvina at her desk. "Arwenamin*, Elvina, what is going? For whom do the bells toll for?" *Arwenamin=my lady
Lady_Astrianna 12-28-03, 09:51 PM	((Double, Double, Toil and Trouble, Demons of Many-posts Burn, and evil viruses bubble!))
Golddigger Dwarf 12-28-03, 10:47 PM	Chomp, chomp, Rocky swallows a mouth full of chicken. “Nothing pretty woman, of Lucky, I be just a drunken dwarf, nothing more” He slurps down some Ale and looks on.
Golddigger Dwarf 12-28-03, 10:50 PM	“Come on Aravilar lets get this show on the road, we be waiting for the grand finally. Ye know the you mumble a few words and we see them kiss”
Lucky Leprechaun 12-28-03, 10:53 PM	Lucky felt very proud and winked at his soon to be bride, then turned to Aravilar. “We are ready me tall Elvin friend”
aravilar_holistacia 12-28-03, 10:53 PM	"Dearly beloved," Aravilar began after quieting the audience, "we are gathered here under the watchful gaze of the Lady Hanali Celanil, elven goddess of love and beauty, to celebrate the joining of Lucky the Leprechaun to Leenaria of Irielad. "Should there be any reason why these two should not be wed, let it be spoken now, or forever lost to the sands of time." Aravilar gave a stern look at anyone who looked even slightly eager to speak up.
aravilar_holistacia 12-28-03, 10:56 PM	"Bring forth the ring," Aravilar said ((in a very Elrond-like manner)). A student with a pillow brought forward a diamond ring.
Leenaria The Pixie 12-28-03, 11:52 PM	She continues to stand there smiling, stealing an occassional glance to Lucky.
Agudo Archmage 12-29-03, 09:45 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The Headmaster was just beaming with joy for his friends. “This is such a beautiful moment “ He looks at his wife as he says this and smiles more. Agudo then looked on as the ring was brought forth.
Aerie 12-29-03, 09:53 AM	Aerie held her husband closely as they watched Pixie and Lucky, become husband and wife. “I wonder where they will honeymoon at? She thought about all the romantic places and just smiled.
aravilar_holistacia 12-29-03, 12:51 PM	Aravilar said in a low voice, just loud enough for Aerie and Agudo to hear, "Their honeymoon will be in the ruins of Zhentil Keep if we do not make haste."
kulideb 12-29-03, 02:55 PM	Kulideb wiped away a tear, there was just some thing about weddings that had that effect on her.
aravilar_holistacia 12-29-03, 03:24 PM	Aravilar looked to Lucky and as the ring was brought forward it was offered to the leprechaun. "Do you, Lucky, take Leenaria to be your wife?" Aravilar smiled at this.
Lucky Leprechaun 12-30-03, 12:26 AM	Lucky bounced up and down yelling, “YES! YES” And then took out his fiddle and danced and played. “Tis me woman I be taking her as me wife!” He says with a big grin and a toothy smile. :D
aravilar_holistacia 12-30-03, 12:29 AM	Aravilar chuckled and said, "Do you, Leenaria of Irielad, take Lucky to be your husband?" He waited happily for the definitive moment.
Golddigger Dwarf 12-30-03, 12:30 AM	Rocky grabbed his tissues and blew his nose. Honk! Sniff, “Its so beautiful” The realizing others were looking at him cry at the matrimony. He took out his knife and pointed. “Me Knife Uh ya! That be it! Me knife always makes me cry at weddings.”:embarrass
Golddigger Dwarf 12-30-03, 12:32 AM	Rocky thought for s moment, and then put away his knife as he saw the table of food. “Hay what about cakes and ice cream?”:rolleyes:
Leenaria The Pixie 12-30-03, 12:34 AM	She looks to Aravilar with a happy smile, "Yes!"
aravilar_holistacia 12-30-03, 12:35 AM	"No worries, master Dwarf!" Aravilar said, for as the victuals had appeared before, so they appeared again. Cakes of all sorts lined a table.
aravilar_holistacia 12-30-03, 12:37 AM	"By the power invested in me by the Lady Goldheart and Mystra the Lady of Mysteries, I pronounce thee man... erm... leprechaun and wife... erm... pixie. "You may kiss the bride." Aravilar closed the Golden Book and awaited yet another pivotal moment.
Lucky Leprechaun 12-30-03, 12:38 AM	Lucky stopped playing his fiddle and waited as well for Pixie reply. He wipes his sweat from his brow and looked wide-eyed at her. He gave a nervous chuckle as the long silence continued. Then he jumped for joy as she said yes. “YE HA! YIPIE!” He took her by the arms and danced. Then planted a big kiss ob Aravilar :love: and then remembered Pixie and Kissed her as well :cloud9: :love: :cloud9:
Leenaria The Pixie 12-30-03, 12:41 AM	She turned and smiled to Lucky and giggles her cheeks a slight red colour. Her eyes then turned to look at everyone else with a bright happy look.
Elvin Queen 12-30-03, 12:42 AM	The Queen Elisa stood and clapped her hands at the new betrothed in love. “Very well done Aravilar my General, I see you have a second carrier as a Cleric”
aravilar_holistacia 12-30-03, 12:43 AM	((OOC: Remember that look elrond gets when all the hobbits run out of the bushes in the first movie? >>Aravilar<<)) Aravilar blinked... And he mumbled a prayer to Mystra. Aravilar watched the newlyweds walk back down the aisle towards the cakes and food. "Well, that is settled... I suppose I wouldn't deserve a kiss from you too, Keya?" Aravilar said to his wife. :love:
Good Knight 12-30-03, 12:47 AM	Keldorn walked over and shook Lucky hand, as well as giving Pixie a small hug. “This reminds me of my marriage to my darling Marie, she waits for me in Amn. But alas we solders are often away for long periods of time.”
Keya_Moonstar 12-30-03, 12:49 AM	Keya had to wipe away a couple of happy tears during the ceremony. She stood up at the end and clapped for the new happy couple. She smiles to Aravilar and walks over to him. Keya gives him a kiss on the lips, then hugs him afterward.
Angel Elf 12-30-03, 12:51 AM	Angel was relived at the quaint session was over, walkers of the land always made big productions out of everything. Yet she found the romantic part of it pleasing. Even surprising when the leprechaun kissed Aravilar. She walked over to the other and smiled at the newlyweds “May your love fly higher than the eagles my firneds”
Lucky Leprechaun 12-30-03, 12:55 AM	Lucky wouldn’t let go of Pixie “We did it! It only took me a hundred and fifty years, but I got me a woman!” He then kissed Pixie some more :bounce: :tiphat: :bounce:
aravilar_holistacia 12-30-03, 12:57 AM	Aravilar smiled, as his wife held him, but lo! An elven battle horn blew in the distance... And then, another, and another. "My gods, I am late! Sweet water and light laughter my friends, for I go to war!" Aravilar said. He looked into his wife's liquid eyes and said, "I will count each day we are apart." For then, the mage of Evereska was gone. ------------------- Aravilar appeared on the lead airship. He magically enhanced his vioce before calling, "Army, prepare to advance! Sails at full mast! Prepare to advance!" Horns blew from all corners of the assembled fleet.
Lucky Leprechaun 12-30-03, 12:59 AM	Lucky was just as happy as can be. :D :) :D "We should have lots of the wee ones as soon as we can me sweety! Dont ye think? Pixie me love"
Good Knight 12-30-03, 01:02 AM	Keldorn Firecam gave a bow to the happy couple, and grabbed some cake for the long journey; he then made his way to one of the many Fly ships. “Alright comrades lets get aboard, were just waiting for the others to leave the Cathedral of light
Elvin Queen 12-30-03, 01:07 AM	The Queen walked outside as the ships razed sails, and the crews scrambled about. She formerly walked over to the ship that Aravilar was on, and stood next to him. “I see Admiral Aravilar, you’re ready as always. We see to be waiting for Agudo and a few of the supplies, and then we shall be off in a moment. Have you ever commanded a fleet of Elvin ships before my brave Admiral?”
aravilar_holistacia 12-30-03, 01:12 AM	Aravilar looked to the Queen and said, "I sure as the hells will try, my lady. It is a bit like commanding a flight of mages..." Aravilar's eyes unfocused as he thought about the armies of Myth Drannor... and he came back. "I shall do my best, my lady."
DiplomaticSorcerer 12-30-03, 01:32 AM	Erm, sorry about the non-RP post, but....... I assume that anyone who wants to roleplay can do it without disrupting anything. Am I correct?
aravilar_holistacia 12-30-03, 01:50 AM	Aravilar heard a familiar voice, and he whirled around. "By the gods, Camaris Dulsaer, I knew you were on this airship!" The elven archmage went over to the human sorcerer and shook his hand. "I should've known you'd be here with Waterdeep's troops, Camaris. Waterdeep surely sent their best soldiers--and their best leader--to aid us," Aravilar said. The archmage held out a hand and gestured to the assembled fleet. "We are preparing to leave... The fleet will be sailing for Zhentil Keep within the hour."
aravilar_holistacia 12-30-03, 02:24 AM	Apology for the OOC: I would like to use the time between Agudo's and Zhentil Keep as a good character development time. It's about 1200 miles from the area surrounding Candlekeep to Zhentil Keep. 1200 miles / 200 miles/day = Six Days So, let's put those six days to use!
DiplomaticSorcerer 12-30-03, 02:25 AM	Camaris grinned as he shook his old friend's hand. "It's been a long time since we met in Waterdeep. I'm glad to see you again, my friend, but it makes me sad to meet in such dark times as these. Waterdeep is glad to help you in your time of need." He turned to his men and shouted, " Get back on the ships! We leave for Zhentil Keep as soon as possible! Have all gear ready for battle! It'll be a few days before we get there, so try to make yourselves comfortable." The men who had already gotten off grumbled a little, but they were soon inside the airships, ready for transport.
aravilar_holistacia 12-30-03, 02:34 AM	Aravilar smiled as Camaris commanded his troops. "You are a natural leader... Always were, Camaris," Aravilar complimented the sorcerer. "Perhaps we shall learn more once Agudo, Keldorn and the rest come aboard..." -------------------- OOC: The airship Aravilar is on is the commander's airship... I want all of you--as in the posters here at Agudo's who want to go to war--to join me on this airship.
Agudo Archmage 12-30-03, 10:10 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The Headmaster gave Pixie and Lucky a hug, and prayed that they would be very happy together. “I am sure know woman could keep Lucky in line better than you Pixie.” He said with a warm laugh. “Your hair and outfit look lovely this day Pixie. I hope you and Lucky get a painting done of yourselves” Agudo stayed long enough to enjoy the food and drink, and made small talk with the many guests. Yet time was growing short and the call of war was strong. He turned to Lady Hoot who sat upon Aerie shoulder. “My wise friend and long time companion in the Light. The time has come, and yet I do not look forward to the coming bloodshed.” He pauses then continues. “I am sure that the school will go smoothly, and under your guidance even wiser as well.” He patted the side of her white wings. Then looking into Aerie his loving wife, he could not help but shed a tear. “All this time getting you here and yet now I must go… I pray at least for a short time.” He hugs and kisses Aerie good by, and even takes a moment to make a small speech, to those of the school then makes his way outside.. Seeing some of the Elvin fling ships slowly hover above the ground was inspiring. The bards of the school blew their horns and played their harps. As the grand assembly made their way up the remaining planks. People cheered and waved flags at the brave heroes who were going of to war. “Aravilar and your majesty Queen Elisa” Agudo said as he gave a polite small bow. “I believe the others have just got on board, and we are ready to leave by your orders Aravilar my friend” ((OOC all are welcome, as long as they play within the parameters of the story and the DM discretion!!!!!! ….. Also Aravilar… Lets say every one is on board and get the ships going..... I like the Idea of taking are time to get to the battle…. For as Agudo always says… getting there is half the fun!…. Or in other words… Even Eliminster “walked” to get to places in his books… Most of the time at least!….. Any way I will email Aravilar on where to land…. But first lets get to know each other like the Admiral Aravilar had recommended.
aravilar_holistacia 12-30-03, 04:32 PM	Aravilar smiled before magically enhancing his voice and saying. "Army! Advance at full speed!" The airships began to pick up speed. Aravilar turned to Agudo and said, "Well, we have four days to relax before preparations will begin. Two days should be enough time to be ready to land."
Leenaria The Pixie 12-30-03, 07:32 PM	She smiles to Lucky and hugs him, then smiles to everyone brightly. She blushes at all the attention everyone is giving her.
aravilar_holistacia 12-30-03, 10:47 PM	Aravilar sighed and went over to the side of the airship, and he looked down at the receding ground. He caught sight of a pair of silvery wings rising through the clouds after the airship, and he looked at it more closely. The figure was getting bigger. Aravilar called out to the figure, "And just when I thought my day could get no better! Ringon Celebal!" Aravilar watched as the half-silver dragon, half-elf came up alongside the airship and landed upon the deck. "I was worried you would miss out, my old friend," Aravilar said. The elf patted the half-silver's wings. "They look much bigger than last time, Rin." Aravilar grinned as he gestured to the assembled archmages and others. "Ringon, this is Agudo, headmaster of the school. I'm sure you already know Camaris here?" Aravilar asked.
Finwe 12-30-03, 10:50 PM	Ringon surveys the ship with a keen eye, before saying: "Camaris I know, and Agudo I have heard of from you, but these others I have not seen before," he says while vaugely waving his hand.
Zollex 12-30-03, 10:54 PM	Zollex choose a seat near the front on the lead airship, wanting to be there right when the action starts. "The land seems so quiet and untouched from up here," he says more to himself then anyone else. He sways a little, and appears a little green. Zollex runs for the nearest egde as fast as he could and leans over. Airsickness." He whines as he leans back in.
Let me tell you a Story 12-30-03, 10:54 PM	Emeraldeyes let her down as the ships flew higher, her smile grew as did her relaxed posture. “Now this is the only way to get around” She said as her eyes glistened with excitement at the ground below. “ I have never done this before” She said to all near by. “I wonder how it all works? Must be some powerful magic that I have yet seen”
Let me tell you a Story 12-30-03, 10:56 PM	She then sees a man get sick "O my! I can see this wont be easy for some of us":(
Golddigger Dwarf 12-30-03, 11:01 PM	Rocky wasn’t afraid of flying per say, but he wasn’t thrilled by it either. “Dwa, Dwarfs” He studier “Be made for the ground. “Just then Zolex tossed his lunch over the side of the ship. “Ye an me both me landlubber friend” He patted Zolex on the back and prayed for a safe trip
DiplomaticSorcerer 12-30-03, 11:02 PM	Camaris embraced Ringon, and then he said, "I had hoped I would see you before the end of this! You'll be useful in the battle ahead. How did you know we would be here?"
Finwe 12-30-03, 11:02 PM	To answer Camaris's question, Ringon says: "Well, let's just say that whre I coem form we have many ways of doing things." He then breaks the embrace with Camaris and looks around again. As Ringon is looking around the ship, he spies another old friend. "ZOLLEX!" he calls whilst running up to him, "I haven't seen you since, well, for a very long time!"
Elvin Queen 12-30-03, 11:06 PM	The Elvin Queen wasn’t surprised at the lesser races lack of stamina in the air. “I can see Aravilar that we Elves, will once again guide the lower beings in the ways of magic. They all seem rather scared, maybe you can help those with sickly stomachs with medicines or at least keep them from orally showing us their breakfasts” She laughs at her own slightly disturbing but true joke.
aravilar_holistacia 12-30-03, 11:07 PM	Aravilar smiled at this reunion of sorts and said to Agudo, "These friends of mine seem to pop up everywhere... Seems like they cannot stay settled for more than a minute before they are itching for a war!"
aravilar_holistacia 12-30-03, 11:10 PM	Aravilar smiled at the Queen and said, "A clever joke, as always, my lady." He gestured to the assembled group and said, "It is good to see everyone together again. I wish we could be meeting under less dire circumstances, but we are in need of troops."
DiplomaticSorcerer 12-30-03, 11:11 PM	Camaris laughed and said, "Not all of us are that weak of stomach!" He walked over to Zollex and patted him on the back. "That's right, friend, get it all out, you'll feel better afterward, if a little hungry."
Angel Elf 12-30-03, 11:11 PM	Flying beside the ship with the archmages was Angel. Her wings were soaring with the wind. She seems truly happy in the sky, and showed it with her constants acrobatic maneuvers.
Golddigger Dwarf 12-30-03, 11:14 PM	“Zolex ye is as green as the leprechaun we left at the school. “He laughed and swatted his knee. “Ha!” “Tis ok Zolex we be all mates on this ship” Rocky gave a dirty yellow smile at Zolex
Zollex 12-30-03, 11:20 PM	"Thank you, my friends." The half-elf selects a potion from his belt and drinks it quickly. "I should be fine now. I've always had trouble with flying, but in my excitment I forgot to take this." "Ringon! It has been much too long. We have four days and I have a good supply of these potions. We have much to talk about. And who is this?" He turns to Camaris. "Camaris! Again, it has been far too long. Perhaps we could find a place to discuss our adventures since we last met."
Good Knight 12-30-03, 11:21 PM	Keldorn Fircam was a bit sweaty yet tried to put on a brave face. “Ladies and Gentlemen will be fine just go about your normal activities. Its best not to look down” He said as he walked among the troops, but when he made it to Emeraldeyes ,he was more truthful on how he felt. “I must say lady Emeraldeyes your braver than I, for if people were met to fly they would be born with wings”
Finwe 12-30-03, 11:22 PM	"Itching? I had old Karalthraxin clawing at my back to take some reinforcements, and I don't really think that dragon claws count as 'itching.'" As Ringon speaks, the sound of beating wings is heard throughout the fleat, and scales like metal shine under the sun. Ringon runs over to the edge and says "AHH! they have come. Maralthrazin, Pachathran, Gidieronqui and of course, Karalthraxin, my father, have come to aid you in assulting the vileness of Messianica." Ringon also turns to Keldorn and speaks in a joking manner: "Well, I gues I wasn't born then, aye?" OOC: Maralthrazin is an adult Gold Dragon, Pachathran is a Juvinille Brass Dragon, Gidieronqui is a young adult bronze dragon, and Karalthraxin in an ancient silver dragon.
Let me tell you a Story 12-30-03, 11:27 PM	She put her hand on his shoulder and leaned close to steady Keldorn. “Now, now my knight in shining armor, we all have kinks in are metal. Its not everyday we can do this. I say enjoy the moment, but if not I will be there to steady you” She blushed at her bold words.
Agudo Archmage 12-30-03, 11:49 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The Archmage of Light walked along the ship, his blue and white robes flowing in the wind. His corncob pipe was puffing away and he taped his fingers on its head. Agudo took the time to talk with many of the crew. Getting to know them, answering questions the best he could about the quest. A short time latter he also noticed the queen and Aravilar, talking and walked up. “Whats That? Why yes I can see you have several friends who have joined us Aravilar. I am sure with their help, we shall be that much more assured of victory”
aravilar_holistacia 12-30-03, 11:55 PM	"Milord Agudo!" Aravilar saluted the headmaster. "All goes well for the fleet, my lord. I am awaiting a signal from my scouts at the front."
Agudo Archmage 12-31-03, 01:24 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Agudo nodded his head and smiled at Aravilar. “Excellent Aravilar my friend, but speaking of friends; could you introduce me to the new people of your adventuring band.”
aravilar_holistacia 12-31-03, 01:49 AM	"Of course, my lord!" Aravilar said. Aravilar pointed at Camaris, who was looking out to the sides of the ship. "Camaris and I go pretty far back... We last met in Waterdeep, that was before I came to the school. He's a good innatoth, and a very cautious one when it comes to wordplay." "I've known Zollex for... gods... Probably since before Emeraldeyes was born. We used to know each other, back when I lived in Evereska. He's a good swordsman, and probably would make a good spellcaster, too." "I've only known Rin for about a month, now. We met during a clash over the Dragon Coast, after I saved his father from a red dragon. Don't know too much more about him." Aravilar smiled and said, "They are quite a bunch, no?"
DiplomaticSorcerer 12-31-03, 01:59 AM	Camaris smiled and said, "Indeed we are, my friend! Very pleased to meet you, Agudo. I put my magic at your service."
kulideb 12-31-03, 06:06 AM	The elf stepped out of the shadows on to the deck of the ship, the wind played with her short blond hair. Kulideb smiled this was almost as much fun as the time she rode a pegasus. She walked over to the side of the ship and saw the flying elf, she shouted an hello and waved. Out of the corner of her eye she caught sight of Agudo's blue robes she made her way over to him and Aravilar who was introducing a few new faces to the Archmage. "Hello Aravilar, I hope you dont mind me comming along. I have been working on my rouge skills and my shadow dancing has improved." a sad look crossed her face as she thought of Gene.
Agudo Archmage 12-31-03, 09:27 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley (On the Elvin-Ship) Agudo shook hands with those of Aravilar friends who wished and asked Camaris about his magic abilities. “ Zolex and I have had the pleasure of speaking back at my school of Light and Magic. But you Camaris, tell me of yourself, what kind of magic are you offering? Are you an illusionist, Invoker, or multitalented ?” Just then with her lovely and excited expression came Kulideb. “Why hello my dear Kulideb” He gave her a warm rub on the back as he spoke to the others. “This is one my favorite students Kulideb, she good and the Slight of Hand. I believe Kulideb skills will come in handy, in gathering of information about the enemy.” (At the Agudo School of Light and Magic) Lady Hoot had a busy schedule she had several students joining her Clerical classes today. This was on top of all the normal work Agudo did around the school. Like Agudo she felt it important to speak with all the new people, that came to the Lobby. Lady Hoot was looking for Astrianna a Druid who had come to the school. “ I wonder if she is in the garden?”
Aerie 12-31-03, 09:36 AM	Aerie walked around the in and outside of the school, admiring all the works of art, that had been created by the Bard students. She loved the mosaic done by a Minatare, it showed a brave Minatare female Knight heroically saving a young man from a Dragon. She then stopped and smiled as she saw a row of tall roses. “This place is so peaceful, I can see why Agudo has chosen this place to help people come into the Light”
DiplomaticSorcerer 12-31-03, 11:37 AM	"I specialize in the magic of coercion. You name a mind-affecting spell, I've got it. I studied hard for many years to learn all of the common languages, in order to enable me use language-dependent spells on anyone. I may be skilled at wordplay, but if diplomacy fails, I resort to a good dose of enchantment diplomacy. I've also learned a few tricks in my years as a soldier. Use Ghost Sound to yell out fake orders to the enemy, use magic jar on an enemy captain or general and tell the army to give ground. I will be a valuable asset at the keep, milord, have no doubt of that!"
Finwe 12-31-03, 11:48 AM	Sighing, partialy from boredom and partialy from and aching to fly, Ringon lepas off the edge... and bumps right into a winged elven figure. As he regains his balance and begins hovering, he realizes that the the elf is a she. "Oh I am sorry miss, its just you see, I couldn't see you through the clouds," he apologizes. "Are you okay?" he asks.
aravilar_holistacia 12-31-03, 05:47 PM	"Hello Aravilar, I hope you dont mind me coming along. I have been working on my rogue skills and my shadow dancing has improved." Aravilar smiled widely and said, "I have only known you for a short time, my lady Kulideb, but rest assured we will have need of your talents in the days ahead." The archmage walked over to the side of the ship and he watched as Rin did some aerobatics. "Well, at least someone is having fun," Aravilar pointed out.
Lady Clare Windariete 12-31-03, 05:53 PM	She sighs hearing the bells, "I wish those were for me." She looks to the raven, "Maybe I could change you into one?" The raven crows loudly and flaps his wing. "Then again..maybe some guy here will.." she shakes her head, "No that won't happen anytime soon."
Lady Clare Windariete 12-31-03, 05:58 PM	She arrives at the caffeteria, "Hmm..." she looks at everyone there. Seeing how no one is going to even pay her attention until she does something drastic she stands up on the table, "Excuse me..." she claps her hands. Everyone looks at her, she smiles, "Please leave the caffeteria and make it quick!" She grins and makes her hand start to glow, the students look at her then fumble with their stuff and run out of the caffeteria. She grins and hops down off of the table, as she does so, she trips on someone's trash and hits her head on a seat that was right behind her.
Lady_Astrianna 12-31-03, 09:16 PM	After speaking with Elvina whom, apparently, was not there, she walked to the infamous garden of the school that she had heard students talking about. She walks through the garden, and finds a lovely spot under a tree. She sits down and closes her eyes, seeming ot be at one with nature. Butterflies, squirrels and the like seem to gather around her. It seems to very serene all around this strange elven lady. A fierce-eyed falcon even flies down to land on her shoulders.
Lady_Astrianna 12-31-03, 09:16 PM	After speaking with Elvina whom, apparently, was not there, she walked to the infamous garden of the school that she had heard students talking about. She walks through the garden, and finds a lovely spot under a tree. She sits down and closes her eyes, seeming ot be at one with nature. Butterflies, squirrels and the like seem to gather around her. It seems to very serene all around this strange elven lady. A fierce-eyed falcon even flies down to land on her shoulders.
Lucky Leprechaun 12-31-03, 09:41 PM	“Ok Pixie I know we married and I be the head of the house hold and boss! But tells me my pretty where we be going on the honeymoon?”
Angel Elf 12-31-03, 09:50 PM	Angel was pleasantly surprised at bumping into the flying man of mixed heritage. Her wings became firm as she smiled flirtishly at him. “Your apology is not necessary for I enjoyed are chance meeting. I am Angel of the winged Elf’s, may I have your name my handsome friend?”
Good Knight 12-31-03, 09:56 PM	Why! Thank you Emeraldeyes.” Keldorn was abit caught off guard by her words, pleased never the less. “The sky is showing the signs of sundown with the hour. I never thought I would be view it so close.” He said as he eyed her
Finwe 12-31-03, 10:11 PM	Flattered by the compliment, Ringon replies "My name is Ringon Celebal, and such a beautiful creature as yourself has not beet set upon my eyes since I last set foot in celestia. Your name is certainly fitting for one of your form!" His stomache grumbling, Ringon conjures a bag of sweets, and pops one into his mouth. "Would you like one?" he offers to Angel, "They are quite good; try one!" OOC: Her WINGS went firm? Is there something about avariels that I'm missing? ;).
Angel Elf 12-31-03, 10:20 PM	She reaches out and enjoys the treat. “I never heard of this city celestia? Yet let it not be said that a compliment slips by me. Thank you, but I am sure more lovely woman have crossed your path, than me” {ooc no just cold}
Elvin Queen 12-31-03, 10:24 PM	Elisa the Elvin queen moved to one of the ship attendants. “Let us have a feast prepared for the officers in the admirals quarters.” The attendant bowed and moved off to make preparations. She then stopped next to Aravilar. “I can see love blooms here as well as the school.” She pointed to Aravilar friend and the winged flying elf woman.
Keya_Moonstar 12-31-03, 10:31 PM	It was dark and cold..... Keya was between times.... and then she opened her eyes and screamed. But no noise came from between her lips... "Ah!" Keya said, sitting upright. "Where am I?" she asked. The room was completely dark, save for a small window shining light. She looked out the window upon the city of Hillsfar. "By Hanali.... MESSIANICA!!!!!!!!!!" the girl screamed. Keya Moonstar, wife to Aravilar, was trapped inside a cell of antimagic. Alone. In a tower above the city.
Finwe 12-31-03, 10:53 PM	"No such pulchritude has ever been rivaled within the realms. Celestia is not part of Idril, but the plane in which reside the angels of heaven. But even there your rivals would be hard pressed to overcome you. Come! Let us fly!"
aravilar_holistacia 12-31-03, 10:56 PM	"Love blooms in the face of anything, my lady," Aravilar said to the queen. Aravilar looked over the Queen's shoulder at Kulideb. "My lady Kulideb, why have you come? Such beauty should not be put at risk! That is why I did not want Keya to come with us..." The archmage looked away, a tear of fire running down his cheek at the thought of his wife. He wiped his face off and said, "This will be over in a few days..." No one knew if he was talking to Kulideb, the Queen, or himself.
DiplomaticSorcerer 01-01-04, 01:13 AM	Camaris spoke a few words of the language of magic. His eyes lit up, and a rat came out of his backpack. He finished the spell, and the rat disappeared. "Go find Aravilar. I'm sure he'll be pleased to meet you!" He heard it scuttle out on deck, and he roared with laughter as he heard a loud scream. "Just like old times!" He said.
Leenaria The Pixie 01-01-04, 01:20 AM	Originally posted by Lucky Leprechaun “Ok Pixie I know we married and I be the head of the house hold and boss! But tells me my pretty where we be going on the honeymoon?” She smile and hugs him warmly, "I don't know, where would you like to go?"
aravilar_holistacia 01-01-04, 02:14 AM	Aravilar was sitting upon the ledge of the ship when something brushed against his leg. "WHOA!" Aravilar said as he lost his balance and fell off the side of the ship. He summoned up his spellfire and stabilized his fall, then used it to fly back up onto the deck of the ship. "I suppose that was supposed to be a joke, right?" the mage said, his hands still flaming with the spell-stuff.
Ringon Celebal 01-01-04, 02:21 AM	OOC: Just for MoTP, I have this account. this is Finwe.
Gene_Kynes 01-01-04, 03:45 AM	For just a moment...the world seemed to go black-and-white around Agudo, for just a few yards. Though most had become jaded to magical side-effects and illusions, the figure left behind does gather some attention, kneeling sincerly before the Archmage. "As loathe as I am to admit it, I still feel some sense of duty towards you, Agudo. You have my blade." Rather bold words for one who just appeared on a ship with some of the most powerful adventuerers in Faerun...but he seemed to care not. To those used to Gene, there was something...different about him. Same tanned skin, same pale hair, but a general oddness in his wear...not a single vibrant color to be seen. Black, gray, and white material covering his somewhat further scarred body. Seemingly merely cosmetic, but those who could sense alignment could also sense a lack of dominant good, or evil. Something had changed, most certainly, but for the better, or the worse, was yet to be seen.
aravilar_holistacia 01-01-04, 03:52 AM	Aravilar floated across the ship to where the monochromatic man was standing. He raised his hands, and silverfire swirled about them. "You had best identify yourself, creature of Messianica, before I slay you." The archmage looked very capable of doing so, with the entire admiralty guard behind him readying blades. "I say again, creature of the druid, IDENTIFY YOURSELF!" The silverfire looked as if it wanted to leap forward at the man.
DiplomaticSorcerer 01-01-04, 04:05 AM	Camaris readied a spell that would turn the intruder's mind to mush. He smiled, thinking of the intense pain about to be felt by this poor man. He was on the verge of casting the spell, but stopped as he heard Aravilar's voice. "Hold until I say attack!" Camaris watched as many of his friends prepared for combat.
Zollex 01-01-04, 04:14 AM	Zollex drew his blade at the first sign of trouble, but waited for Aravilar's action. The man gave Zollex an uneasy feeling, or perhaps it was just the airship. The half-elf didn't want combat, especially far from firm ground.
kulideb 01-01-04, 06:33 AM	Kulideb smiled at Aravilar's words, "Surly we should all fight for some thing we belive in." The air seemed to change and before Agudo, Gene appeared. "GENE!" the small elf shouted dashing forward. "You came!" She almost hugged him but stopped just in time. She saw that his sudden apperance had caused a bit of a stir on the ship. "This is Gene he used to teach at Agudo's school." she said trying to smooth things over.
Agudo Archmage 01-01-04, 09:32 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley **Elvin-Ship** The Archmage of Light considered the words of Cameris. “Then we shall is your talents for good use when the time comes. I take it you and Admiral Aarvilar have an adventures history together?” As Agudo and Cameris were talking a rat ran by and distracted Archmage Aravilar of the railing of the ship. Seeing that the Admiral had saved himself with magic, Agudo wasn’t concerned for his friend safety. Yet he was disappointed that even an Elvin ship had rats! Suddenly an old but familiar presence came into view……. “Gene?” Agudo started smiling at his old friend. Yet it became clear do to the sudden appearance of Gene, others were alarmed. The good news was that Kulideb had came forward, and announced this was a friend. Yet Gene and his words were odd, just like his need to leave the school. Agudo turned to his comrades in arms. “Everything is well as Kulideb has said, this is Gene, my shadow like body guard.” He then motioned for Gene to stand, Agudo seem truly embarrassed at the bow. “Please Gene my Ego is big enough, I can barely control the use of my name; on books and schools” He chuckled hoping that a joke would lighten Gene mood. ((OOC GOOD TO HAVE YOU BACK GENE!…. :angel: Just to let everyone know that in a former game that I DM…. Agudo had said some words about a few evil drow, something about wishing them all dead or extermination…. Anyway that was the only fault Gene could find on his other wise kind friend Agudo….. Why am I telling you this…. Well this Crusade is not Black and White…. All those who have come to Messianica have done so willingly and not for evil sake, most are good people.… Many are freed slaves and yes…..Drow…who now want to live on the surface in peace….This is where Gene loyalty will be tested with Agudo….of course Agudo will be tested as well on freedom of religion)) *** At the School of Light and Magic*** Lady Hoot was pleased that she found the lovely Druid Astrianna outside in the garden. She seem to be a friend to animals as well as a lover of nature. “Greetings friend of trees and animals I am Lady Hoot, head Cleric. I have come to welcome you to the school. Is their anything I can do for you, to make your stay at the school easyer Astrianna?”
aravilar_holistacia 01-01-04, 02:34 PM	Aravilar held up a silverfire-laden hand, and he said, "Camaris, Zollex, you may stand down... For now." Aravilar was still uneasy about the newcomer. The archmage looked to the Queen Elisa and said very loudly and with as much Elven dignity as he could muster, "Sina'naa mankoi amin ildura sha'ilya'path. Ron ilyamenie'entula yassen'vestea. Ar'amin'ilnowa amin ildura'ho vithel!" Aravilar mindspoke to Camaris and Zollex. <<Keep your weapons close. Mystra is uneasy about this one.>> Aravilar cleared his throat. "If it is your word, my lady Kulideb, I shall trust it." Aravilar's silverfire died down a bit, although his eyes burned with spellfire... burned with the fire of a thousand suns. "What business do you have here, as such with my Army of Light, Gene Kynes?" Aravilar smirked, quite un-elvenlike. The archmage's eyes were quite attention-grabbing. Fires swirled about in the deepest, darkest portions of his eyes... Eyes that were usually blue and gold and grey were now almost blue-white with spellfire. The archmage threw up a hand and said, "Corellon, mankoi naa lle ilyamenie faina amin atani? Aredhelea dona lye," Aravilar said, gesturing to the queen, "il'caelaya caela edain ve'sina sinome." The elf sighed and said to Gene, "Agudo trusts you. Kulideb trusts you. I suppose we have no choice but to trust you." The archmage turned his back and began to slowly walk away. He mindspoke again to Camaris and Zollex and Rin. <<Post a guard on the deck at ALL times.>> The archmage stood atop the observation deck above the main deck, watching the dragons do aerobatics. His eyes were more fiery than ever.
Gene_Kynes 01-01-04, 02:40 PM	Gene smirked, standing up straight. "The King is endangered, so all the pawns swarm. Predictability is death, you know." He then looks to Kulideb, and smiles, giving another bow. "The shadows cling to you, Kulideb. I see you're catching up t'me." Giving a grin and a wink, he then looks to Agudo. "It gladens me t'see you, Mister Agudo. As for your ego...you've earned it. Y'managed to become a force that even dieties take notice to, and avoid arrogancy while at it. Quite a feat." He then looks to the group gathered, lavender eyes narrowing briefly, as if sizing each being up. "My, my, my. Aravilar, Chosen of Mystra, Prominent Chronomancer and famous Archmage of the Harpers, and his dogs. So ready to kill, so ready to end another life, to kill a brother, a son, because he didn't come, with flashing banners announcing his arrival hours ahead of time. Your dogs seem quite proud of their ability to murder, wouldn't you agree?" Now, Agudo and Kulideb most certainly recognized a change. Gene's personality was somewhat...different. Agudo could even trace it back to another person he had heard of, the actual name requiring some pondering on the subject, but 'Urge to destroy one's self' was his name's translation. Odd, indeed. Gene sighed. "I expected so much more from you all. Honestly. Tell me, why would...any assassin, with the intent to kill, just appear in the middle of a bloody airship, right in front of two archmages, and their lackeys. Tell me that, and I'll tell you someone hired a foolish assassin. If I clambered over the edge, you'd think me an infiltrator. If I appeared from one of the cabins, the same would apply. I heralded my enterance with that distortion, and yet you still draw blade to still my heart. Such violent people." Anyway, Aravilar, a pleasure to meet the legend in the flesh, and a displeasure to summon your suspicion. You're supposed to be one of the great minds in the multiverse, no? Then I'll give you another part to my question...why would an enemy appear...bowing before another? Neck exposed, back exposed, no weapons drawn, and certainly any spells cast would be quickly countered." Then, stretching out, Gene looks to Kulideb, the smile returning from a mask of melancholy, as he mouths out "Good t'see you again" before looking back at Aravilar, the mask returning. It was obvious, however, Gene was amused by the group's reaction, rather than threatened. "Either way, my...dissapointment in you stated, I am indeed Gene, and I am here to serve Agudo and Kulideb, none others." Gods. Another one you're binding yourself to. Eh well.
DiplomaticSorcerer 01-01-04, 02:42 PM	Camaris acknowledged Aravilar's mind-speak with a short nod. He then turned to Agudo. "Well, sir, about the rat, that's my familiar. I was just using him to try to cheer Aravilar up a little, but it seemed only to make him mad!" he said, as he ducked a playful swipe from Aravilar.
kulideb 01-01-04, 02:52 PM	The elf looked over to Aravilar and spoke, "Heruamin, uma dela." With that she gave a bow of her head and a smile at Gene, and carried on looking round the ship. With out looking back she called out to Aravilar. "Is this the same sort of flying ship as the ones they have in Halruaa?" ((My Lord, dont worry.))
aravilar_holistacia 01-01-04, 03:04 PM	Aravilar said, "If you wish to serve Agudo and the Lady Kulideb, it is of no concern to the Army of Light. "But be warned! Mystra is uneasy over your presence in this war. I feel it too.... I believe your appearance has unraveled our futures. I can usually see the strands of time we travel upon... and yet.... Your arrival has broken several. "My dogs, as you put it, are perfectly capable of your death, if that is your wish." Aravilar sheathed his moonblade. Aravilar smiled and said, "But that is not the case, I suppose. You are here in another capacity. A time-shaking one, but a capacity of defense nonetheless." Aravilar thought slightly about Gene's words before continuing. "The worst enemies, master Kynes, attack from a deferential position. Manipulating. Scheming. And always from shadow. The worst enemies pose as friends before attacking." Aravilar's eyes were still burning with spellfire. His hands were still silverflaming brightly. "You are no brother of mine, edain; I have but one son. Lucky, a leprechaun betrothed and wedded to my daughter Leenaria." "As for your entrance, I fear you may have done more damage than you wish to admit. Your entrance may have irreparably changed our futures. It would have been BEST you stayed far away from us, master Kynes. Now I fear we are on an endless spiral towards our doom." Aravilar said, "Serve whomever you wish. Do NOT interfere with my Army of Light or I assure you the gods will not favor you. "It is also customary NOT to appear onboard the flagship of the fleet in such a manner as to attract the attention of the group's most powerful fighters and spellslingers." For then the archmage sighed and a sort of tangible aura of coldness lifted from him. His eyes stopped glowing, and his silverflaming hands stopped burning. "Well, now that Mystra has had her say...." Aravilar said jovially. "Welcome aboard, Gene! Elen sila lumenn omentielvo, and glad to have you with us! Would you care to dine with us in the cabin? All of the fleet commanders shall be there!" The archmage was certainly more jovial than usual. "What do you say, Gene? Care to sup with us?" Aravilar opened the door into the ship's cabin, and ushered everyone inside.
DiplomaticSorcerer 01-01-04, 03:12 PM	Camaris's eyes narrowed. He didn't like the look of this Gene. He would follow orders, but he would also watch Gene more closely than he normally would. He waited until everyone was inside, took a quick patrol of the deck, and cautiously followed the rest.
aravilar_holistacia 01-01-04, 03:22 PM	Aravilar smiled at Kulideb. "Arwen en amin Kulideb, deleamin en palurin naa sai'altaea en heru edain." He switched back to Common. "I did not know we were on familiar terms, my lady (he gave a small bow), but if you wish, I believe 'arwenamin' sounds much better than 'arwen en amin', don't you think?" The archmage gave a smile reminiscient of the one he gave at the wedding.
aravilar_holistacia 01-01-04, 03:26 PM	"These ships, I dare say, were built in the shipyards of Evermeet, arwenamin Kulideb, but they are much like Halruuan skyships. Although the Halruuans do not build them as well." Aravilar laughed.
kulideb 01-01-04, 03:37 PM	A merry glint lit up the elfs eyes. "This is a grand ship, but still to small for us all not to be on friendly terms, Heruamin."
aravilar_holistacia 01-01-04, 03:44 PM	Aravilar sat down on the left side of the table, allowing Agudo to sit at the table's head. He motioned for Gene to sit across from him. "Everyone, please take your seats. I daresay, we should take in something... Sleep cannot be accomplished without it. And Elves Reverie, wiich is not so different. Except for the mindspeak," Aravilar said, nodding to Kulideb and Elisa.
kulideb 01-01-04, 03:54 PM	The elf took a seat and looked at the table. She hadn't realized how hungry she was till she saw the food laid out before them.
DiplomaticSorcerer 01-01-04, 04:06 PM	Camaris took a seat next to Aravilar. He turned down an offer of wine. He wanted to be sober this night, just in case. His eyes landed on Gene. He would try to watch him for the entire night.
aravilar_holistacia 01-01-04, 04:20 PM	Aravilar waited for everyone to begin eating. After the dishes were summoned, he got up and said, "I will be outside. Bother me if you must." The archmage went outside onto the deck and he went to the port side of the ship. Looking off into the night, he could see lights from the other ships of the fleet. "Even the stars quiver at this twist of fate," Aravilar said, looking up at the shining lights. He sat down upon the deck, silent tears of fire running down his face. "There is always madness in every genius plan, I suppose." "Mystra, why are you making me suffer this? I do not question your judgement, only your faith in me..." Aravilar sat there, legs hanging off the side of the airship. "Torture is not a kindness, Mystra," Aravilar said to the night. "You help Hanali bring Keya back, and then I you tell me I cannot take her with me to Zhentil Keep. You then send me on this quest to save the enemy, and you torture me further with my own kind." Aravilar said, "Kulideb has NO part in this. I do not know why you twist the strands of fate in my direction, but it must be for good purpose. What can I do against the gods, I suppose, is nothing. But at least give me a sign, tell me what is next. I cannot weave around the issue, making stupid conversations about the elven language and airships. You should at least give me some kind of way to stay out of this." Aravilar stood, more fire running from his eyes. "She is naught but thrown into this raging storm. I cannot interfere in it anymore than you can." One star above flashed silver for a moment. Aravilar, however, did not notice. "When we get back to Agudo's, my lady Mystra, I promise that Keya will not interfere anymore than I." For then, a silver bolt of light flashed down from the sky, and Aravilar saw a frowning female face in the light. "What is it, then?" Aravilar asked. A voice cried out from space. "ARAVILAR!!!!" The archmage slumped to the ground. "Keya has been taken by Messianica?" Mystra's light flashed again. Another voice, this one elven, rang out. "My daughter is going to return to me soon, dear Aravilar." "Hanali! Why? Why have you forsaken me thus?" the mage cried out. Hanali said, "She is to return to me, my lord Aravilar. My daughter needs to be with me... You understand, of course! You have known the love of a goddess, you know. And you shall now be rid of such a burden..." Aravilar just stood, choking back tears. Mystra spoke up. "Do not be troubled. She is going to her mother now." Aravilar said, "I will not be troubled.... I just wish to see her again!" The elven goddess said, "Oh, you shall, my dear. You shall." For the lights of the goddesses disappeared, leaving on the deck of the airship a very confused and depressed Aravilar.
Gene_Kynes 01-01-04, 04:36 PM	Gene sat quietly across Aravilar, however...in the torchlight, the glint of his weapons was visible, for just a moment, as he sat down. Twin shortswords on thigh-scabbards, and a longer, slightly curved katana at his hip, attatched by a simple black sash, ordinarily looking much too weak to uphold an entire blade. He obviously made no effort to hide these weapons. Underneath the table, he made the quick gestures...and soon, a simple spell was cast on him. Detect Poison. Looking at his glass, he checks it for any substances...and if no poison's detected, he drinks the wine, sip by sip. As most regarded him with distrusting gazes, he himself didn't seem to care much, partaking in the meal as if he had been with the group all along. The king and his pawns think me an enemy, hm. Pressing the glass to his lips once more, he tips it back, draining it's contents, and setting the glass back down. They think I'm a playing piece of their...'enemy'. Interesting. It may surprise them to find out I'm one of the players, no? Glancing over to Camaris, another thought struck Gene. Interesting. I'll let this man play. I'll let him watch, follow me, and I'll let him accuse. I'll be questioned, and he'll be revealed to have falsely accused me. He'll be labelled as prejudiced, as too untrusting. His word will weigh less, when used against me. He then gave an appearently drink-influenced chuckle, and tipped his glass towards the man, before looking back to Aravilar. Strange one. He may be another player, or just another playing piece. That remains to be seen. But...his faith in his men's ability to kill me disturbs me. He'd throw away their lives, to attempt to take mine. Refilling his glass, Gene smiled. He now took in every detail of the room. Average tempature. The faintest of breezes touching his cheek, the speed and height of the airship, the people here and their average weights...hence, how long it'd take them to become intoxicated. That was the time to avoid them...when their emotions would override logic. Possibilities? Some would call him a filthy half-blooded shadow-kisser, others would attempt to start fights with him. Or nothing would happen, and these men were indeed disciplined. Either way, he had to stay away from exposure to the pawns so early. His clothing didn't blend in yet, and he still had that...'air', of the Shadow Plane. ...Hells. This is my thanks for helping an old friend. Berks.
Gene_Kynes 01-01-04, 04:41 PM	(( Yes, Double-Post I must.)) Soon, Aravilar felt the faint rush of air that came with teleporation...and then, saw the accompanying figure, Gene, kneeling near Aravilar. "Are you alright, Aravilar?" For a guy who said he'd kill everything I was, seems awful emotional.
DiplomaticSorcerer 01-01-04, 04:41 PM	Originally posted by Gene_Kynes Interesting. I'll let this man play. I'll let him watch, follow me, and I'll let him accuse. I'll be questioned, and he'll be revealed to have falsely accused me. He'll be labelled as prejudiced, as too untrusting. His word will weigh less, when used against me. [/i] NON RP: You say you're an ally, yet you try to trap me and make me look like a fool? What kind of ally is that, I ask? Wouldn't it be better if you tried to earn my trust?
Finwe 01-01-04, 04:42 PM	After a while of soaring through the sky with angel, Ringon's stomache again begins to grumble. "My lady, I must return to the ship," he says, "for it seems that you are not hte only thing that should tempt me." As he approaches the airship, Ringon notices Aravilar's fire once again on the decks. At the sight of possible danger, he fly towards Aravilar at full speed, but then sees another light, flashing form the sky. For a second, he freezes - the sight of a goddess is not something to be taken lightely. He averts his eyes, but hear's a cool voice in his head: "Do not be affraid, for only mortals whoare worthy see this sight. I have been watching you for a while now. Your time has almost come, but you have yet to truly prove yourself the equal of the other chosen. Aravilar shall tell you the rest." As the image faded from both Ringon and Aravilar's veiw, Ringon flew towardws Aravilar agian. "Aravilar! Mystra be praised! It is not often that the queen of magic herslef is seen. What has she told you?"
aravilar_holistacia 01-01-04, 04:43 PM	Aravilar paced around the deck of the ship until he grew tired of wearing marks into the deck plates. Hours went by, or so it seemed to the chronomancer. A man walked slowly up to him. Aravilar turned around and said, "Mutus Fastalk, I believe? I remember you from somewhere. Was it back in the day?" The archmage said, "Agudo will want to know of you. Let us go inside." Aravilar walked inside again and said, "Friends, this is another of my associates, my friend Mutus Fastalk. Suppose I have more allies than I thought."
aravilar_holistacia 01-01-04, 04:46 PM	Aravilar walked back outside. "Yes, milord Gene, I am alright. Just saddened beyond belief, I suppose." Rin flew up to Aravilar as well. "Rin, good friend, Mystra told me the future. That is something no man should know." He turned back to Gene. "It is a long story, milord. Have you time to hear it?"
kulideb 01-01-04, 04:47 PM	Kulideb drank only sweet water with her food, she watched Gene. There was some thing diffrent about him, some thing darker may be. She remembered the way his moods could change, from light to dark in an instant. She smiled at Aravilar as he left the table, some thing seemed to trouble him but then none of them where on this ship for fun. She finished eating and said good bye to every one at the table. Her hand went to the mask locket at her throat, she needed some where quiet and dark to talk to her diety.
Finwe 01-01-04, 04:49 PM	"The future is known to me, but parts are clouded. I am no man, and niether are you, so what do you have to fear from revealing the rest of it?"
Gene_Kynes 01-01-04, 04:55 PM	He frowned slightly...and then nodded. "...I may not be the best one to console you, but if there's anything I can do to blossom your sorrow into joy...tell me." And with that...Gene dissapeared once again. "His" shadows, withdrawn from the school's defenses now scurried about him, standing at the very edge of the ship, arms crossed and leaning against the railing. He watched the clouds, the land below...and sighed. "Well, I honestly don't know, Umbra. Maybe we'll sleep out here?" His cloak twitched, as all of the shadows sank back into it. "I know, I know. But that's a risk we'll take. Besides, you've grown quite fond of snapping vertabrae, you can defend me well enough." An unnatural flicker of the cloak, and a simple chuckle from Gene, who leap over the railing...and looked for somewhere dark to set up 'camp', which consisted of his pack, a bedroll, and a soft, silk roll for his weapons.
sculyblast 01-01-04, 05:06 PM	mytus look around, and one by one I looked at who were in the room, made quick diagnoses, and guess how hard it was going to be this time. then he spoke: "dear travellers, I'm have some unfinished businises with sir aravilar to take care of, and I hope you won't bother my presence." mytus turned back to speak one on one with aravilar and there he found him, staring to the stars "You know why I am here, aravilar. Not out of charity as you may know. it has been 3 years now, since I helped you.. and now it is time to pay me back, I have you right where I want you and where you can't escape me other then to kill yourself." the mage looked up, he was almoster forgotten what he promised this man 3 years ago "What are you up to mytus? I thought you enjoyed helping us back in the old days" "True I enjoyed every singel second of it, especial when I thought of the thing that I could let you do to repay me" for one moment there was a vile smile on mytus face. "oke that is what you are going to do: when this ship lands you will sorrow that I will get the one and only 'tome of shar's hidden star' there exists only one copy of this tome and it is right in Zhentil Keep. and once I got that I will concider if I find you repaymend done or if I am going to let you preform another task, since this task wouldn't be that hard, the only thing that could happen to you is.. well.. loose the trust of all you friends here, and end in the prison" again mytus smiled and turned away "good night, aravilar, good night"
aravilar_holistacia 01-01-04, 05:11 PM	Aravilar sighed before starting his story once again. "The story begins with love, and now it seems it shall end in none. But... About one thousand years ago, in the city of Myth Drannor, I was a young and vibrant apprentice who had a knack for spellcasting. I was really eager and sometimes a bit overeager.... But it was good, nonetheless. Eventually, I met someone. Nice girl, her name was Keya Moonstar. Everyone had told us we would make a great couple; eventually, I decided to ask her to walk in the gardens with me. "This is where her part came in, Rin. I knew none of this until very recently. But.... After that day, she was in her home when Hanali spoke to her about becoming a Chosen. She began to act funny, and that is what led me to ask for her hand in marriage. "And then the wedding happened." It was on our wedding day, when all was set, that disaster struck. The cleric had just pronounced us as man and wife; I sealed that promise with a kiss. And then it happened. It happened faster than I could've ever known how to handle. I was just a lowly graduate wizard then. A balor attacked us, and it clawed deep into Keya's flesh. She died there, in my arms, on the altar, with the words "I love you, Aravilar" on her lips. Then I spent the next 1000 years wandering, meeting people, and practicing magic. I ended up at Agudo's, and I became a teacher there. And I met Clare. That was another relationship doomed to failure. We were so hopelessly in love that I could see naught but her eyes when I was away for her. And then Keya returned. Hanali returned her to me at a spring in the forest. Clare was heartbroken. Keya and I were together again, at long last! And so it was that Clare's uncle Drake, a fiend of Asmodeus, appeared and was defeated by my spellfire. That brought Keya and I even closer together, thanks to her Chosen of Hanali skills. And then the war began. I married my surrogate daughter Leenaria to her fiancée Lucky, and we awayed to the airships. Now it seems that the gods have another plan for Keya. She is to be recalled to Arvandor by Hanali. "And that is the story. About you, Rin, she had only to say that you would do best to stay close to me, for there are dark forces gathering on the horizon. Shadow wyrms of the mountains gather...." Aravilar smiled and said, "I should not be worried, for Hanali is a good and caring goddess. I may not see my love again."
Finwe 01-01-04, 05:22 PM	After listening intently to Aravilar's story, Ringon replies "Do not fear, for should death take her, then she has not fallen into shadow." As Mytus appeared and started to make his demands, Ringon drew himself up to his full height, towering over both Aravilar and Mytus, snarling feraly; "I would think that one such as yourself would show more respect in the face of two who are superior to yourself."
aravilar_holistacia 01-01-04, 05:27 PM	"Calm yourself, Rin. Let's let our friend here speak."
sculyblast 01-01-04, 05:29 PM	mytus look up at ringon, smiled vile-ly and then said: "so mister dragon, you call yourself superior and you don't even know agains who you are up to, infact you don't even know who I am nor my buisnises, whould you risk the chance to change all that you now are in less then you ever where, if I were in your position, than I would rather hide then try to intimidate me only with you size.
Finwe 01-01-04, 05:35 PM	"Why should you ask Aravilar for this favor if he is not Superior to you? Besides, size is not my only advantage over you. However, being the one here with a greater sense of etiquette, I shall not attempt to engage you in a battle of the wits when you are so unnarmed." Ringon then takes a mock bow and smirks at Mytus.
sculyblast 01-01-04, 05:53 PM	"mr dragon, you are even more foolish then I had imaged, I use aravilar's favor on this one, since his reputation in Zhentil Keep is al lot better then mine, further are his connections there better then mine, and third I get my hand dirthy, for doing it myself. this is you last warning, next time I am forced to.. how shall we say it.. yess..... " one last time mytus smiled and then he walked away. "good night, gentleman, goodnight"
Finwe 01-01-04, 05:56 PM	"To dirty YOUR hand any further would require a miracle! It is no small wonder then that you refuse to do the real work for yourself."
Gene_Kynes 01-01-04, 06:02 PM	(( Might as well leave this out here for all to see: Gene's...not a very, very nice person. Not evil either, though. Henceforth, do not think I, the player, harbor any OOC grudges. Just playing the shady character. :P )) Gene stumbled out from his resting spot, muttering. He was cloakless, and the only weapons on his body seemed to be a dirk, strapped to his chest. Bloody 'ell. Watching Mytus, briefly, Gene keeps the illusion of drunkeness a little bit longer, as he gently bumped into the man, muttering "Pike off, berky.", and then leaning against the wall, coughing. "Bloody hell. Say, Aravilar, when're we gonna be doing some stuff...pertaining to this crusade, eh?" To all watching him, Gene indeed...seemed drunk. Even the olfactory factor registered him as intoxicated. "I don't wanna...be eating your food, an' drinking your wine without bein' of some use, y'know?" Giving the faintest grin, he then stepped away from the wall. (( Oh, and sculyblast...sprechst du Deutsch? ))
DiplomaticSorcerer 01-01-04, 06:08 PM	Originally posted by Gene_Kynes (( Might as well leave this out here for all to see: Gene's...not a very, very nice person. Not evil either, though. Henceforth, do not think I, the player, harbor any OOC grudges. Just playing the shady character. :P )) Okay.....I still don't trust the character. :D :D
aravilar_holistacia 01-01-04, 06:12 PM	"All right, Rin, Mytus, stop your arguing. We are all on the same side here, and I cannot afford to have dissent between the members of the Army of Light!" Aravilar said, "Getting the book will not be hard, but I am sure that it is held by the Lord Fzoul Chembryl, the leader of the Zhents and the High Priest of Bane."
sculyblast 01-01-04, 06:24 PM	mytus went inside, looks if there is still some food or some drinks to get. and may join with the last once that are inside
Finwe 01-01-04, 06:34 PM	Loathe to follow Mytus inside, Ringon conjures himself a meal and silently eats it, gazing out at the stars, looking over the edge to see if angel happens by.
Zollex 01-01-04, 08:40 PM	"There is much unrest already, my friends. A civil war would only aid our enemies," Zollex says in an attempt to quell the many conflicts that had arisen. He was getting used to flying in the airship, but he swallowed another potion anyway. He took a seat on the edge of the airship and let himself slip into his own thoughts.
Agudo Archmage 01-01-04, 10:18 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The meal was scrumptious and everyone in the ship-room seem to enjoy themselves. Agudo looked at Gene and thought . Oo … Well except for Gene … oO Just then Aravialr went out for some fresh air, and after a few minutes Gene made his exit as well. “Good night Gene” Agudo smiled and returned to his conversation, with Emeraldeyes and Keldorn. After another half hour a few other people left including Kulideb. He nodded and patted her shoulder as she excused herself. “Tell me Keldorn how soon until we land and pick up the Knight of the Radiantheart.?”
aravilar_holistacia 01-01-04, 11:00 PM	As Zollex and Rin and Mytus spoke, Aravilar just stood in silent thought... or lack thereof.... For then he saw Kulideb exit the cabin and head to the observation deck. The archmage held up a hand to silence his comrades. "Nothing good can come of this," Aravilar said, and he followed Kulideb. When Rin started to follow, Aravilar turned and said, "Guard the deck." Aravilar went up to the top deck and as he saw Kulideb he said, "The Lord of Shadows is a strange one. Stranger still an elven maid would follow him." The elven archmage smiled and said, "Would not the Lord Erevan Ilesere be a better deity?" OOC: Erevan is the elven god of rogues.
Gene_Kynes 01-01-04, 11:21 PM	Gene had returned to his 'nest'...and stared up at the stars...at the night. He breathed it in, embraced it. He owed more than he ever could to the night...and it was as distant as ever. For once...he smiles, a smile with seemingly no spark, as closes his eyes...and dares himself to drift off to sleep, cloak now firmed clasped.
Messianica the Savior 01-02-04, 12:55 AM	{ CITY OF HILLSFAR } A young girl of seventeen walked the streets of Hillsfar. She had several scars on her face and a missing eye. A man not looking where he was going bumped into her. “What the!” He then saw the girl and became afraid, he bowed down and begged for forgiveness. “Please, don’t e angry with me! You’re no longer my slave girl, thanks to Messianica. I am sorry for beating you until your eye was damaged, and because of my cruelty, it needed to be taken out.” He sobbed with many tears coming out. The one eye former slave girl grabbed her former Slave Master on the chin. “I am not better than you, nor are you my former Master, better than anyone here. For by Messianica, we are all sisters and brothers” She leaned over and kissed his head. Those in the street near by clapped their hands and yelled loudly. PRAISE BE MESSINAICA!
Messianica the Savior 01-02-04, 01:15 AM	{ CITY OF HILLSFAR } The Deity Mystra stood in the tower with Messianica, the famous deity of magic was annoyed but calm. “I have kept my word Messianica, Aravilar and the others can not use their magic near or in the city of Hillsfar.” Messianica gave a polite bow, then smiled sweetly. “Your word is still to be trusted Mystra, and I shall keep my bargain and not hurt Keya. Or at least not until the agreed upon time.” Mystra looked away as if seeing Aravilar and what he would think, when he found out about her questionable bargain, with this lunatic “And?” Mystra pressed. Messianica frowned but replied “And I shall not tell Aravilar of your (secret) nor shall I harm the one you (love).” With that Mystra was gone, she could no longer stand the sight of Messianica
Lady_Astrianna 01-02-04, 01:17 AM	The Lady Astrianna's eyes flutter open as her revery with the garden and its creatures are interrupted by the Lady Hoot. She looks up to her and, after a moment, stands and bows to her. She then leans on her quarterstaff as she speaks. "Lady Astrianna, Protectress of all that is beautiful and natural, not just a friend of it. I hail from the ruined Stagheart Forest...but that is a story for another time. Where is this headmaster I have heard tell of; the Lord Agudo? I would have liked to meet him...I do not mean to say that I am not honored to meet you, Lady Hoot, it 'tis a pleasure. As far as I can tell, there are plenty of classes, but none detailing the intricacies and beauty of nature and all of its wonder. I would like to attempt to teach this class; to pass on the information. So that the destruction of, and the taking for granted of, our lovely Mother Nature does not continue. As for my stay ... the room is lovely and nice, and I am even curious as to what magical arts it took to predict the occupant of that room to decorate it as such. But ... i feel most comfortable dining and sleeping with the true meek of the earth, if ye don't mind me saying." She continues to lean her staff as she smiles at Lady Hoot, and awaits a response.
aravilar_holistacia 01-02-04, 01:25 AM	OOC: I believe it 'twas I who brought in Mystra as an NPC? Don't I have control of her? :twitch: Another thing. I don't mean to flame, but do you know anything about deific politics? You cannot have a deity shut magic off from an entire city. It is impossible. If that were to happen, all the other deities would attack Mystra. So, the antimagic field is useless. :D Next point. The siege is of Messianica's forces against Zhentil Keep. Why protect Hillsfar when your ENTIRE ARMY is going to be crushed and you have no defense anyway? And you cannot RP Mystra, seeing as she is my NPC for this RP. Aravilar is CHOSEN OF MYSTRA, meaning he can sense disruptions in the Weave. He will just cast some epic magic and restore the antimage field anyway. Or he'll use spellfire, which is an ability that cannot be suppressed anyway. Or he'll use silverfire, and just blast holes in your army and your antimagic. Another thing is that HOW IN THE NINE HELLS CAN A MORTAL FORCE A GODDESS TO DO ANYTHING? This is really what is irritating me. Only the Chosen of Mystra have any kind of effect on Mystra at all, save her worshippers, and even they are no more than specks to the goddess. Mystra is nigh-omniscient, and yet MESSIANICA can control her. Touché. So, would you kindly edit your posts? It is kinda overbearing when you say such worlds-shaking things and expect to get away with having them released upon the planet.
Gene_Kynes 01-02-04, 01:35 AM	I..uh...got the FoD all taught wrong. You see, DMs have absolute power over NPCs. They're dictators. The only thing they do not control are the actual PCs themselves. A DM prevents things like "god rushes", where people attempt to However, I agree with the diefic politics. I doubt that every other diety would attack her, and considering she "is" magic, she might get resistance from the other deities with spells or magic in their portfolios. In the end, the coin is the DM's to trade, but as long as he does it responsibly, it's no problem. As for the Hillsfar...never, ever underestimate religious fanatics. :P For the last point...I have to agree with Aravilar. Gods and goddesses are bratty, used to getting what they want. They don't deal with mortals, unless it's for something so minor, or in the event of Black Rain, which blocks off divine influence, something that's actually out of divine hands. Points: Agudo: 1 Aravilar: 1 Ruthia: 15 Gene: -4 Kheldar: 16.1 Kulideb: 16 WINNER: VOLL
Messianica the Savior 01-02-04, 01:39 AM	Its just a game, go with it, I am sure it will be more fun with mystery on why and how it happen. Besides the other so called gods wont attack Mystra, do to the fact that their believers have been thrown out of Hillsfar. Just in this game not everywhere on the boards So if you would please, I as Co-Dm of this story with Agudo; would ask that you just play along, for like I said its just a fun game.
DiplomaticSorcerer 01-02-04, 01:45 AM	This post pending.
aravilar_holistacia 01-02-04, 01:45 AM	And as co-DM you should know enough about Faerunian politics, geography, and everything else to know what can be done and what cannot. Enough with the OOC. BACK TO THE STORY! Before I get really angry and make Aravilar do the Chronomancer stuff. Then it gets completely messed up. Chronomancy will make this entire campaign go FLAT. Let's not go there, shall we? NO MORE OOC!
Gene_Kynes 01-02-04, 01:55 AM	...So...you're...threatening to ruin the game? Eh. *ties a little yellow Ribbon to the thread. Bows to it.* Okay, listen. I'm usually a nice guy, really. But every once in a while, I fly into a sarcastic rant. Before I get really angry and make Aravilar do the Chronomancer stuff. Then it gets completely messed up. Chronomancy will make this entire campaign go FLAT. Let's not go there, shall we? Lemme translate this. Things better go my way, or else I start pulling out superpowers and ruin a long-running thread, and a short sub-campaign, because things didn't go my way. Also, RP is not for fun. RP is for who can remember rules better, who can remind people of the rules, so hah-hah. See? Just let the game flow, bro. We don't want a flame war. Also, if things don't go my way, and nobody listens to me, I'LL SUMMON ASMODEUS AND U WILL ALL DIE LOLOLOLOLOLOLOLO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1111111 1111
aravilar_holistacia 01-02-04, 01:59 AM	As I said, let's get back to the RP! ;) :D
Good Knight 01-02-04, 02:00 AM	Keldorn was finishing the last of the meal when Agudo asked an important question. “From my understanding, we are eight hours or so, from the area where my fellow knights are camped.” Keldorn leaned back and sighed. “It may take a miracle to make them get on this flying thing ” He held up his hand and laughed. “Well I will not call it gnomish like for the Elves can be sensitive. Still I will do my best to convince them that it is safe.
Lucky Leprechaun 01-02-04, 02:15 AM	:rofl: :rofl: :rofl: /Ooc/ nay I not be laughing at ye guy I be laughing with ye! Ok maybe I be Laughing at ye! :P :bow: :P Now on with me post Lucky just started laughing until tears came out. He then looked at his sweet wife Pixie and gave her a kiss. "Tis not thee me love, I just be seeing the funny things that happen far away, on floating boats in the sky. Now I be forgetting what ye said to me question, so why not we go to yer room and well, me smile should tell it all." :embarrass
kulideb 01-02-04, 06:39 AM	The elf found a quiet area and sat down, she opened a small pouch and tipped it up side down. A few copper coins fell out. Kulideb never took any thing from any one, usually but the man that this pouch had belonged to was rude and arragont. She had watched as a small beggar child had asked for money, the merchant could have just said no but instead the man had drawn out his rapier and used it to whip the child across his face. Kulideb had bumped into the merchant and lifted his purse. Most of the money she had given to the beggar but she had kept a few of the coins to give to mask. She held the coins in her hand and whispered to her god asking that he help her in the times ahead. She then stood up and threw the coins over board. She was lost in thought when Aravilar spoke to her, she could feel the heat rise in her cheeks as she blushed. "Heruamin," she said bowing her head. "Yes I have heard of Erevan..." she paused unsure of how to continue. "My brother followed Mask, I dont know why and I have never found him to ask. All I have of my brother is this locket with masks image on it. Before I found Gene or rather before Gene found me and led me to Agudo school. Mask helped me, I'm not sure why as he knows I wont turn to evil, I have only ever used my skills for good." She looked up at the dark sky. "I'm a little tired Heruamin, if you will excuse me I shall go rest."
sculyblast 01-02-04, 06:44 AM	entering the dinner room, mytus looks around, and conclueds that agudo must be the leading person here, mytus aprouches him and then he speaks: "good they sir, I am mytus fastalk, an ally of aravilar's, I hope I can join you in dinner. I have one question where are we heading? I hope I can be of assistance" and so mytus stards on his diner
Leenaria The Pixie 01-02-04, 10:15 AM	She blushes and then hugs Lucky, "Alright, I will be waiting for you!" She pushes off on the ground and flies off out of the chapel and into the school. Leenaria smiles happily as she flies through the halls, peering into the caffeteria she sees Clare on the ground. She flies over to her and stands on her chest. She leans her head down and listens to Clare's breathing.
Lady Clare Windariete 01-02-04, 10:40 AM	Clare's breathing is normal, she is just knocked out from hitting her head on a chair.
Leenaria The Pixie 01-02-04, 10:46 AM	Leenaria nods to herself with a bright grin, "Here you go lady!" She kisses the woman's cheek, then quickly flies off before Clare wakes up. Leenaria makes her way up to her room and sits on the bed. She changed to the human form of herself, no wings, and waits for Lucky.
Lady Clare Windariete 01-02-04, 11:23 AM	She sits up looking around, placing her hand on head then looks at it to make sure she is not bleeding. Seeing no blood she stands up and looks around the caffeteria. "What was I...?" she smiles, "Right, I nearly forgot...the dance." She looks at everything and smiles, she walks to the kitchen and smiles to the cooks, "How about preparing some party food along with the daily meals?" The cooks nod to her and she walks out. Clare walks back out of the kitchen and into the cafeteria. She continues to think on what would look best.
Agudo Archmage 01-02-04, 01:24 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley ((OOC It looks like everything worked it self out sooooo I will just say this as the loveable DM that I am...and I am! Teehee... :rolleyes: :cool: :rolleyes: This is for everyone who plays.... This story will bend normal information about Forgotten Realm Lore, for the sake of the story Idea...... For example Mystra is a MAN?!?! :confused: that right in the Forgotten Realm Source book Mystra Died and a man took on her name.... But here she is still alive..... As a woman I just like the thought of Mystra as a woman.... Yes some one say Oink :smirk: for me... I may be Agudo all good and all..... But I like my ladies to stay that way....no magic gender belts in my story.)) :P The Enchanted Elvin Ships. Emeraldeyes had just told a funny joke and the queen seem pleasantly amused. Yet Keldorn blushed for lack of a better word at the subject of the jest. But before the Archmage of Light could tease his close friend Keldorn another acutance of Aravilar walked. Agudo stood and gave a bright smile, to the one who introduce himself as Mytus Fastalk. “A true pleasure to meet you fine sir” He grasped Mytus hand and shook it warmly as if he was a long lost friend. “Please join us as you can see there is plenty of roast, and sautéed vegetables left.” The servants handed out clean plates and filled Mytus goblet with Ale. “So I could go into my over used titles and bore you to tears.” He chuckles and scratches his short blond beard, then goes on “But for the sake of kindness, you may just call me Agudo. As far position on this trip…. If you wan may say General as Queen Elisa has called me…. Yet if truth be known I prefer Archmage of Light.” Agudo takes along well-earned drink, and then asks a polite question. “And you Fastalk? Where do you hail from, and what skills do you bring are righteous cause? (The Agudo School of Light and Magic/ the Gardens) Lady Hoot thought for a moment then nodded her head and smiled; like only an enchanted owl can do. “ That would be most pleasing Astrianna,.... for the school to learn from a druid. I believe many would take that class, any of the fairies in the lobby; can show you to your new class when you’re ready. As far as rooms, if you prefer the out doors, then we shall be happy for you”
Flayhara Magerie 01-02-04, 01:44 PM
DiplomaticSorcerer 01-02-04, 02:05 PM	Camaris finished up his meal and headed for his room. He sat down on his bed, and called his familiar out of his backpack. As the rat scrambled out, Camaris said, "Go watch Gene. He doesn't seem to be up to anything, but I just want to make sure." He said a word, and the rat became invisible. "Wake me up if he does anything to harm anyone." He laid back on his sheets as the rat quietly exited the room.
Flayhara Magerie 01-02-04, 02:33 PM
DiplomaticSorcerer 01-02-04, 03:01 PM	See below.
Flayhara Magerie 01-02-04, 03:07 PM	:embarrass {ooc: sorry ... not using this post anymore.. }
sculyblast 01-02-04, 04:43 PM	when his goblet got filled with ail mytus took a unpleasent look upon his face. "sorry dear agudo, but I prefer no alcohol, my fist experiance with is, change into a disaster, and so it was my last experiance as well." "I have vagely heared that you set out to... Zhentil Keep, am I right. and all around I have my connections, and I tent being very good in helping people out, in fact you can say that "helping people" is my quest on earth in a way. you may ask aravilar for more feedback on me. but for now, what is the real purpose of this quest, it has not yet come to my knowledge. but for now, let's enjoy this delicious meal." and mytus started to eat
aravilar_holistacia 01-02-04, 04:49 PM	Aravilar sighed and watched Kulideb leave. "I should also retire for the night," the mage said. But of course he knew he was just kidding himself. Chosen of the goddess of spells did not sleep, nor did they have need of food. Aravilar stood, watching the night sky, waiting for something.
Flayhara Magerie 01-02-04, 04:50 PM	Flayhara appears on the observation deck near Aravilar, her form appears transparent but then gradually begins to form and become more real with each passing second. Her eyes glow a pale white as she is finished forming. Flayhara's stance, almost regal. Her hands gripped tightly to the railing, and her gaze straight ahead of her. She doesn't look at him, but continues her gaze as though fixiated on something.
Finwe 01-02-04, 04:56 PM	OOC: Aravilar is CHOSEN OF MYSTRA, meaning he can sense disruptions in the Weave. He will just cast some epic magic and restore the antimage field anyway. Or he'll use spellfire, which is an ability that cannot be suppressed anyway. Or he'll use silverfire, and just blast holes in your army and your antimagic. Well, there shall be a little surprise for the casters at Zhentil keep, even IF by some miracle Aravilar is stripped of his magic privaleges, and loses hte use of spellfire.
aravilar_holistacia 01-02-04, 05:00 PM	The mage saw the figure appear. "What brings you to this place, my ghostly friend?" Aravilar asked. "Why do you come back to haunt those of the Light, Flayhara Magerie?" Aravilar had heard stories about this girl from students at the school. What a terrible story it was, about how Gene and Flayhara had a pseudo-relationship and then the two were separated.
Flayhara Magerie 01-02-04, 05:02 PM	She looks to Aravilar a little startled, "Pardon me? I have come to haunt no one, I am afraid you have mistaken me for someone else." She looks down at herself, "Ghostly? I am not a ghost dear sir, I am real."
Finwe 01-02-04, 05:02 PM	Ringon turns slowly as Aravilar and Flayhara appear on hte deck. "What trouble you that you should be out on the deck here at such an hour?" he asks, and then adds on a slightly darker note, "is there something wrong?"
aravilar_holistacia 01-02-04, 05:09 PM	"Don't be troubled, milord Rin. Chosen of the lady of spells do not sleep." Aravilar turned to Flayhara. "You are Flayhara Magerie, are you not? From the Tribe of Light? I do remember seeing you back when I first came to the school."
Lucky Leprechaun 01-02-04, 05:13 PM	Lucky wasn’t sure what room belonged to Pixie, he looked in several places but found none that looked right. They all had big shoes in them and Pixie didn’t wear shoes. “Tis a wonder we be alone at all if I no find her place” He walked along until he saw Pixie again. “Ther thee be me love of the butterflies. Tells me where to go and we shall. I even brought the prunes, see?” He holds out a small bag of them
Flayhara Magerie 01-02-04, 05:14 PM	She looks to Ringon then to Aravilar, "My name... you know my name and my tribe? I.." she shakes her head, "I have no memory of meeting you nor seeing you before. Who are you?" She moves back from him a little and even tries to move back from Ringon as well. She shakes her head questioningly to herself. "How could you know me?"
aravilar_holistacia 01-02-04, 05:19 PM	Aravilar smiled, trying to calm the girl down. "I am an old friend of yours. We met near Candlekeep near a school. You do not remember this?" Aravilar said, "It is no matter. Whether you remember or not, it is good to see you again."
Flayhara Magerie 01-02-04, 05:22 PM	She looks to Aravilar, "Friend? Well, if you say we have met before, then I suppose I have but I have no recollection of this." She smiles and hugs him, "Well, it is good to meet you again friend!" though her voice still sounds unsure of herself.
Angel Elf 01-02-04, 05:24 PM	Angel had landed on the crow’s-nest, atop the mast; she heard others talking of groundling things. Some times it was very dramatic, but the truth was she cared little of wingless ones, personal life. She did hope to see her new friend once more. “Alas that is the life of an adventurer “ she said to the stars around her. “Some times they stay and some times we sleep alone in the sky.” She flapped her wings once more and smiled.
aravilar_holistacia 01-02-04, 05:32 PM	Aravilar, being an elf, was shocked at the very human gesture of a hug, but he reluctantly returned it nonetheless. While Flayhara had him in an embrace, Aravilar tried some of his own divine magic. "Interesting," the mage/cleric said aloud. Her condition is spell-based... Perhaps a does of spellfire can cure this. "Flayhara," Aravilar said, "You do not remember me because of a memory loss spell you have been subjected to. I can cure this condition... But I do not want you to remember anything you do not wish to remember. "Sometimes memories that are lost are bad, evil, terrible experiences that we never wish to remember. "I can cure you. That I know. Do you want to open Tymora's box, and see what you used to know?" Aravilar was still being embraced, and he thought, I hope she says no.
Flayhara Magerie 01-02-04, 05:38 PM	She thinks a moment, "If I can do without and if they are bad memories I do not wish to know them. Please, my dear friend, do not restore them. I will be better off, though I may have to start over on some things, which I won't mind." Suddenly realizing she hadn't let go she smiles somewhat and slowly lets go of him. "I want to talk more, but I am a bit thirsty. Do you have any wine?"
aravilar_holistacia 01-02-04, 05:44 PM	"Of course, arwen en amin Flayhara, we have much wine. I am sure there shall be some commotion as to your appearance," Aravilar said. Aravilar led the girl down the steps to the cabin. "Go inside, arwen en amin. They will be happy to see you." Aravilar walked away, and he said, "I sure hope they will be happy to see her." The archmage went back up to the observation deck and sat down. He looked out over the night sky and said, "Mystra, there is a black omen over Hillsfar. Is this yet another of my challenges?" If Mystra answered, Aravilar did not hear it, for he had lain down on the wooden deck and closed his eyes. Even if I cannot sleep, at least I can rest, I suppose, he thought.
Flayhara Magerie 01-02-04, 05:48 PM	She goes down with some reluctance she didn't want to be left alone with strangers. She looks at the others with a smile, her eyes resting on Agudo for a moment before sitting down beside him, "Do you mind? I'm nervous in front of strangers." She lets a nervous laugh out and then smiles.
Elvin Queen 01-02-04, 05:48 PM	:::The Queen eating with the lesser folks on the ship::: Queen Elisa had leaned back in her plush chair, and enjoyed a bards harp playing; of some ancient halfling hero. “Your words were lovely my good bard, may all races learn from your song” She then stood and drank the last of her Elvin wine. She gave a warm, if too familiar pat on Agudo shoulder, as she walked passed him. Yet hearing the words of the new comer, which Agudo was talking with she stopped. “Your name is Mytus as I believe, I am Queen Elisa and even though your pallet is hearty, I shall only be brief with why the righteous go forth to stop a fanatic belief. Messianica a self-proclaimed savior of the people; and has thrown out all other religions but her own, from Hillsfar. We go to restore order. But first we must goto the Keep of the Zhents. Why you may ask?” She smiles and points to the air around them as if Aravilar was here. “Generals Aravilar and Agudo have seen the wisdom, of attacking Messianicas Army near the Keep. These fanatics of hers lay siege to it, but if we can destroy that army it will make are task that much easier; to lay are own siege on the City of Hillsfar.” She pauses then with some disappointment says one last thing. “It sickens me that we shall save the evil Zhents, yet we must when this war quickly. Before Messianica popularity grows.
Elvin Queen 01-02-04, 05:55 PM	:::A ship full of People::: A woman (Flayhara) comes in and she was shy if the human term is correct? Elisa thought. “Why Agudo you do have as many friends as Aravilar I believe, first Gene, your personal guards as you stated and now a lovely woman.” The Queen was only playing as she said the next words. “Tell me my all to pretty woman friend of Agudo, what name has you birth been given? For I am sure Aerie the wife of my General Agudo would like to know as well”
sculyblast 01-02-04, 06:06 PM	when the queen finished here story, mytus ready a answer: "my highly respected elven lady, I am glad to hear that I can be of assistance and will stard garthering my atributes right next morning. I am not so glad with the reputation of the Zhents as well, but if it is the only way to gain victory we must use this way." then turning to the new comer in this room mytus, watched at here am made a diagnosis, and wait waited for her to tell why she had come here
Gene_Kynes 01-02-04, 06:18 PM	A scream. Thrashing of long, black hair. A blade, a cut, a stream of dark crimson trailing down black-veined marble stairs. Gene shot up in his makeshift bed, panting. Why the hell were they coming back!? Thanatos was dead...he had to've been. "Gods damn it." His clothing had changed...he no longer wore the Armor of the Dancer. Instead, he was wearing a recent...addition to his weardrobe. The Last Words, as much of a symbol of status as very effective armor. A simple black long-sleeved shirt underneath a section or chainmail that protects his upper chest and neck, and in turn...is covered by black cloth that collects around the front and back, being large enough to form a hood around the back, if needed, or a mask around the front. This isn't required, however, due to the black, magic-enchanted cowl concealed within a black belt-pack. The pants are naturally...black, with silver rings along the sides of the thigh and shin, leading down to all-too-familiar Boots of Elvenkind. His weapons are much more and much less obvious now, the thigh-holsters still holding their black, oiled, and serratted shortswords, while the katana is loosely slung around a hip, daring to drag across the ground. And from the way it seems to sing when even the lightest of breezes meets it's edge, one wouldn't doubt it'd leave a deep mark. As for the precise meaning of the Last Words, it's meaning is often well heeded, but by only by those well-versed in the world of crime; considering the outfit was made to be worn in public, but to be decoded for allies and enemies alike. Tossing a cloak over the magically enhanced clothing, Gene...smiles, once again, leaning against a wall, arms crossed. Dissapointing. I'd expect for a war...I'd need more preparation than a change of clothes. If I knew the exact tactics of the enemy, I could do much more...but...eh. Lifting his chin to the sky further up, the smile died. Where I go, death seems to follow.
Flayhara Magerie 01-02-04, 06:18 PM	She looks at the woman who speaks to her, "Agudo? Who is Agudo, Gene, and Aerie? I am a High Council Member of The Tribe of Light. I have come to aid in the battle. Who are you?" She gives a slight nervous look at the others then suddenly feels out of place amoung strangers. She thinks as she lowers her eyes, "This is what I was afraid of..."
Finwe 01-02-04, 06:19 PM	Seeing Angel land on top of the mast, Ringon flys up to her and lands perched on the railing, crouching low. Amicably, her beings; "Hello, fair lady. You must be hungry for you have missed dinner. would you like something to eat?"
sculyblast 01-02-04, 06:40 PM	mytus smile when hearing this, and making his conclusion.
Flayhara Magerie 01-02-04, 07:10 PM	She looks curiously to Mytus, "Did I advertently say something worth smiling at without knowing?" She half smiles for the second time since she had been there. Her eyes focused on him now, waiting for his answer.
Zollex 01-02-04, 08:12 PM	Zollex snickers when Aravilar gets a hug. He walks over and asked, "How are you, my friend? Troubled? Sad? I would hardly expect you to be afraid." He smiled, but then his face becape serious. "Nothing terrible has happened, I hope."
aravilar_holistacia 01-02-04, 08:19 PM	"Something good has happened, something I should be happy about. And yet, there is a shadow hanging over my heart that there should not be," Aravilar explained. "Did you not hear? I supposed Rin or Camaris would have told you by now. My wife is going back to Arvandor with Hanali."
Zollex 01-02-04, 08:32 PM	"We should be happy for her, but it must be very hard to have your wife taken from you. "Is there anything I might do to cheer you up? I cannot sing very well, and I know no spells that are spectacular. Perhaps a game of chess? I have my set in my room. Would you care for a game? I have improved much since we last met." Zollex looks eager to play his old friend.
aravilar_holistacia 01-02-04, 08:47 PM	Aravilar sighed and said, "Nothing will be able to cheer me up now, save perhaps a visit from Hanali herself." But Aravilar smiled and said, "We may go play your game." Aravilar followed Zollex to his chambers.
Zollex 01-02-04, 09:17 PM	Zollex opened the door and let Aravilar into his room first. He then moved the table to the center of the room and grabbed two chairs. He then pulled out a wooden case with squares on it. The half-elf dumped out all of the pieces from the case and put the case down as the board. He set up the white pieces and Aravilar set up the black. When they were both done, Zollex advanced a center pawn and said, "Your turn."
DiplomaticSorcerer 01-03-04, 12:02 AM	Camaris woke up early. He blinked, trying to get his bearings in the dark. He said a word of magic, and light flooded the room. His eyes flashed a little brighter, then he laid back down to wait. In a short while, he heard a scratching at the door. He went to open the door for the rat, and heard it enter. He dismissed his invisibility spell, and asked his familiar what it had seen the night before. The rat spoke of many things, taking almost an hour to relay all important information. Camaris got off the bed, and sat down in a nearby chair. His eyes unfocused, as if he were lost in thought. He brooded that way until dawn's first light gleamed in the east.
aravilar_holistacia 01-03-04, 12:45 AM	Aravilar was looking out of the window as the sun rose on the second day of the journey. Zollex was dead asleep in his chair. He sighed and said without waking the half-elf, "Good morning." Aravilar walked out the door of Zollex's chambers and onto the main deck. The white sails of the fleet were tinged with an orange glow as the sun rose over the Army of Light. Aravilar called the night watch over and had them report on the status of their movement towards the Dalelands. He then signaled the heralds, who brought out their trumpets and sounded the reveille call. The fleet responded with their own horns and bugles, and Aravilar commented, "Not a bad day."
Agudo Archmage 01-03-04, 01:08 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The fact that a familiar face had walked into the cabin was an under statement. But before he could talk or even move, Elisa the Elvin Queen was more than a little curries, as who this woman was. “Well to honest this….” Then Flayhara said something as odd as Gene, but this time about not knowing Agudo. “But my dear” He looked at Flayhara trying to understand. “You do know me? I am Agudo the Headmaster of the School of Light and Magic. You were there…. Don’t your remember Flayhara?”
DiplomaticSorcerer 01-03-04, 01:35 AM	Camaris was disturbed from his thoughts by reveille. He rose from the chair and walked to the door. It creaked open, and he walked out on deck. He looked at the clear sky and commented to Aravilar, "I would be enjoying this, were I not so tense. Ever since I got on this boat I've had a feeling of some presence around us...willing us to go back."
Keya_Moonstar 01-03-04, 01:50 AM	Keya was sitting inside her cell looking out the window when she heard a whipser in the darkness calling to her. "My daughter... return to the light of arvandor..." it said. Keya felt a tingling sensation, and her body glowed witha bright light. She felt weightless and then she was nowhere. She opened her eyes and she was surrounded by elves. 'Where am I" she asked, but she already knew... She was in arvandor, the heaven of the elves. "Welcome to arvandor, Keya," a elven woman said, and Keya looked up. "Hanali!" she cried out and and then said "I want to talk to Aravilar." "He already knows, my dear. I will tell him myself... What do you wish me to tell him?" "Tell him... I love him... and tell him he needs to find someone... Someone he can be with for a long time... Someone I can watch over and protect from here..."
Gene_Kynes 01-03-04, 02:09 AM	Gene sat once again, on the edge, slowly eating out of one of his hip-packs, seemingly dried fish. Hillsfar. South side of Moonsea, not too far from home. Never quite got the reason why we were fighting though...but..as long as they think me suspect, and as long as those two are safe...nothing to worry about. He closed the pack...and in a blur, lept up to the railing..and began walking along the thin edge, balancing himself. And yet, I worry. The favor's been pulled...they're waiting outside of the town. But...will they be accepted, still has to be seen. He tensed his leg muscles, and not thinking of the conflict, of the wind, of the ship, of his legs, position, or even the movement itself, Gene frontflips, and lands in the same tensed stance he was previously in. No-thought state. A basic focusing tool, a mere Primer on the Void. I'll...have to ask...Agudo. It cannot wait. Stepping down, the cloaked man made his way to the dining room (?), his cloak's length lessening, the fabric widening to completely encompass his body. By the time he made it to Agudo, Gene's cloak seems like a normal garment of it's type. "Agudo...may I...have a word with you?" A flash of purple hair, of dusky skin. Stained-blue eyes darted up to gaze at eyes of lavender...with a strange look. Longing? Perhaps, but the longer they lingered, the quicker Gene's boldness to stare dissolved, his gaze falling back to Agudo. "It is...of some importance to me, so please...make haste, if I may as rude as to interrupt your enjoyment?"
aravilar_holistacia 01-03-04, 02:46 AM	Aravilar was standing on the observation deck when he was plunged into darkness. "So, Hanali, has it finally happened?" Aravilar said to the dark. Silence, then.... "Tell him... I love him... and tell him he needs to find someone... Someone he can be with for a long time... Someone I can watch over and protect from here..." Aravilar cried out, "Keya melamin!" Another voice called to Aravilar. "She cannot hear you anymore, Aravilar my dear. She is not of the world of the living." Aravilar said to the female voice, "Hanali, you are too kind." The voice sounded vague and shaded. "I have brought her here so that she will not be troubled by the mortal tendencies of your world... I believe I gave her too much power when I made her my Chosen." Aravilar said, "What does she mean, 'tell him he needs to find someone?'" "That was her wish for you. For you to find someone to love, someone to cherish while she was gone." The goddess now sounded slightly annoyed. "Will that be possible, Hanali? Just... go find someone? I want my wife." "You will do as your wife says, Aravilar," another voice called. This one was male. "My lord Corellon," Aravilar said, bowing slightly. "If that is her wish..." "It is." Aravilar was deposited back onto the airship, slightly winded. "Find someone... Corellon says that like it is easy." "I should be happy for Keya... I suppose..." But Aravilar was not happy. He sighed and walked down onto the main deck. "Perhaps I shall be more fortunate than I have been lately. I should fulfill my wife's dying... or living... wishes, I suppose, but they are quite... difficult to fulfill!"
sculyblast 01-03-04, 05:32 AM	(rolls a d20 for a bluff check) my dear lady Flayhara, you just remind me of a girl I have missed for so long, and she always made me laugh, the memory of he is enough to totally fall inlove with her again.
aravilar_holistacia 01-03-04, 06:16 AM	Aravilar walked around the deck looking for nothing in particular, although he was thinking quite a bit. Surely Elisa is much too regal and noble for me... And I never really was interested in Flayhara... Although I am loathe to admit it, I am truly much too old for anyone here anyway... The mage was half-right. Although he was technically over 1000 years old, the ravages of time had not really affected his body and mind due to the combination of his chronomancer abilities and his Chosen status. Kulideb seems like a nice person, Aravilar thought, a smile coming to his weathered face, but ever I can sense something else there. And how she refers to Gene all the time... I wonder if she harbors something in her heart for him? The Herald of Spells shook his head. There is only one way to find out, Ava, he told himself. Then again, you can't be serious. Your wife was just taken from you, and you are already looking for someone. And her last wish was for me to find someone, he tried to justify his position. Won't everyone think of you differently if you seemingly fly between mates at will? Aravilar involuntarily shook his head. Hanali wished it to be so, Corellon wished it to be so... Aravilar was snapped out of his trance by a gleam of light from a neighboring ship, a reflection of the sun's light against the ship's gleaming prow. The archmage sighed and said aloud, "You just seem to be destined to be alone, Ava." One of the deck guards heard this and said, "What's that, sir?" Aravilar shook his head and said, "Nothing to be concerned about, soldier." Aravilar turned about and said quietly into the morning air, "Naa ere'er men sint mani anwa'onsintar naa, Aravilar... Lle caela'utune ar'arwen Kulideb mani he corm quena a'he." He walked into the cabin and sat down in one of the chairs. He summoned a bottle of elven sugarwine and a glass and he poured some into the glass. He took a sip, then buried himself in his thoughts, resting an elbow on the table and burying his face in his hands.
kulideb 01-03-04, 07:15 AM	Kulideb walked round the ship, she stopped when she saw Gene doing a back flip. She admired the strengh and grace of his movments as he did a back flip. She tured and went back the way she had come, she didn't want any one in her life but some times it would be nice to share time with some one else. She tutted at her self really she was spending to much time alone with her thoughts. With that she slipped back into the ship to find Agudo she loved hearing of his travels.
aravilar_holistacia 01-03-04, 07:20 AM	Aravilar looked up from his reverie to see Kulideb walk in. "Why hello, arwenamin! Won't you sit and have a glass with me?" Aravilar summoned up another glass for the small elf. He also used a minor spell to pull out a chair for the elf.
kulideb 01-03-04, 07:26 AM	"Oh, seasamin." the small elf said sitting down. ((she doesn't know yet about Aravilar's wife goinig back to the godess.))
aravilar_holistacia 01-03-04, 07:50 AM	"Sut naa lle umien sina re?" Aravilar asked, pouring the elf a glass. <<So, how are you today?>> Aravilar was acting quite nervous... DM: Wait... Aravilar? Nervous? His hands were shaking oddly, as if... You idiot, Aravilar, calm down, he told himself. If Keya were here you'd- If Keya were here I wouldn't be *in* this predicament. "An lema?" Aravilar asked, another stupid question. "Oio naa elealla alasse’, of course, but you seem troubled by something. Is there something I can do?" <<Long journey? (...) Ever is thy sight a joy (...)>> Aravilar took another sip of the water.
Flayhara Magerie 01-03-04, 07:55 AM	She smiles to Mytus, "That's perfectly understandable." She looks at Gene with a bright smile, "Hello." However she couldn't help but feel something inside her when looking at him. She gives him a curious look, "Do I know you?" She then turns to Agudo, "No, sir, I do not know you or any of these people here. Aravilar did mention something about my memory being erased and he wished to restore it. Though I told him that it would be best not to as it may have bad memories following that I do not wish to remember." she gives a haunting half-smile. She sighs and stands up, "Forgive me, I must go get some fresh air." She then stands up and walks out and heads to the place sha appeared. She walks over to the railing and holds gently to it, her eyes gazing upward at the beautiful sky painted with pinks, reds, and purples. She couldn't help but smile at such a lovely sight. Her mind troubled with the feeling she had when looking at Gene, secretly she hoped he would follow her out on the deck so that she could speak with him alone and not around prying ears.
Branth 01-03-04, 09:23 AM	Beneath the elvin ship: To anyone who bothered to look over the side, at first the shadow undernieth the ship seemed normal. A little blur here, a little blur there, but nothing to unnormal right? But suddenly there is a change, a very obviouse change. The shadow seemed to have grown wing tips! At closer look they appear to be brown in color. And if the interested obsever keeps watching he'd eventually see the whole dragon. Easily twice as large as the airship, the brown dragon lazily flies out from under the ship and over to the side. Eyes blazing red is the first notable distinction on of this dragon. Also he does not appear to be completely brown. Grey streaks, almost like scars, appear to mear his scales. The dragon swivels his head to look at the ship, keep pace with it easily as he does..... o O(*TO self* HE's in there, I feel his presence.) ((Hello, hope you don't mind a late comer. Don't know exactly what role he'll play yet, but we'll see.))
Agudo Archmage 01-03-04, 10:08 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley (An Odd Moment) Agudo was still not sure what was going on for Flayhara had just proclaimed she had known memory of him. But she did give an explanation on why, something about loss of her past and Aravilar wanting to help. But being that this was an odd moment, Gene, being Gene felt it was perfect time to talk. Agudo stood and put his hand on Gene shoulder, and gave a warm smile. “Gene don’t be awkward your always welcome on my sight. I would be pleased to hear what you have to say. Besides this was an odd but happy time indeed, for now you have come back to me even though I never wanted you to leave…… And on top of it all Flayhara doesn’t know me, yet she is back as well?” He shakes his head. “I am just glad that your back, what is on your mind.” He leads Gene to a small private room near the dinning room on the ship so he can unburden himself
Flayhara Magerie 01-03-04, 10:13 AM	She just happend to look down and see the dragon, she exclaims something and falls backward with a "thump!" "Ouch!"
Flayhara Magerie 01-03-04, 10:21 AM
Finwe 01-03-04, 10:36 AM	From his position on the mast, after a night of speaking with Angel, Ringon spies the tips of a dragon, obviously not one of his realtives. He sends a meesage through the wind to his kin in the nearbye area, and then quickly teleports inside the airship. After about a minute of searching, he finds Agudo, talking with Gene. "My lord Agudo, there is a mtter to which you must be alerted at once; just below the airship, hiding in our shadow, is a dragon of enormous size. While brown dragons are usualy rare, this one seems to have decided to follow us. As it is a chromatic dragon," s he mentions chromatic dragons, Ringon's wings start to ruffle, and he snarls lightly, "he or she is most likely evil, and if it had any good intent, it probably would have at least revealed itself by now." OOC: How big exactly is the airship?
sculyblast 01-03-04, 10:40 AM	"if I may take leave of you, I think it starts to get late and I am of to bed, if one of you would show me a room where i can rest, I'll be pleased, for now" these were the words mytus spoke when he started to make a tired impression
Flayhara Magerie 01-03-04, 10:46 AM	She stands back up and continues to look over the railing at the dragon flying alongside the ship. Her eyes looking a bit suspicious and yet with curiousness. "I wonder what a dragon such as itself is doing here? Perhaps I could climb down and talk to it, perhaps it may let me take a ride on its back,"she thinks to herself. She then begins to lift one leg over the railing.
Leenaria The Pixie 01-03-04, 11:13 AM	She looks down to Lucky, "You haven't noticed something different about me? And no prunes, but thanks anyway. Perhaps fruit like apples, oranges, or pineapple would be better, do you have any of those?" She grins at him and picks him up with her hand.
Flayhara Magerie 01-03-04, 12:00 PM	Flayhara now swings her other leg over the railing, both hands still tightly holding onto the rail. She looks down and prays that she will land on the dragon. "I hope this works, if not I'll be dead upon impact on the ground, perhaps even before I hit the ground."she says this quietly to herelf.
Gene_Kynes 01-03-04, 01:04 PM	He nods, following Agudo...until a flare of upside-down, black-and-white imagery flooded his mind. His shadows found something of interest. Quickly solving the fragmented thoughts into an articulate collection of scenes, Gene's irises flared into a burst of black surrounded by lavender. "Visit the bow of the ship, early tomarrow morning. Something...else needs my attention." What's worse, a stealthy dragon, or an attempting Dragon Rider? Appearently the Rider, as Gene uses most of his 'Jumping for the night to appear near the priestess...yet he merely stood. He wasn't one to bind another's sense of adventure in a cage, despite how "chivalrous" denying the female gender the chance to explore seemed to be. He watched, and waited, each muscle in his body set like a tight spring to assist her. Nearby, a single Shadow watched, more out of odd curiousity than anything else.
Flayhara Magerie 01-03-04, 01:08 PM	She sighed she couldn't, when she looked up she saw Gene, something flashed into her mind, her hands slipping. Her eyes closed tight and a sharp breath seemed to have been taken by her. Both hands start losing their grip... Her eyes looked up at Gene, "Gene? Oh my gods, Gene?! I.. I recognize you! Please dear Gene, please help me up. I can't do this..."
Gene_Kynes 01-03-04, 01:22 PM	He arched a brow. Never had seen that side. He then appeared within her shadow. "'Ello." And with that, he helps her over the railing...if she cannot get over with help, he picks her up, and sets her on the other side of the railing. However, he does not join her, instead staring down at the dragon. Gene's cloak's ends seems tightly wrapped around a rail bar, supporting the Shadowdancer.
Flayhara Magerie 01-03-04, 01:27 PM	Flayhara looks down at Gene, "What are you doing? Dare you to be so bold yourself and risk your life hanging so?" She sighs, "I don't remember anything about you, other than I know you, but I hope you are not like this always. If you are, then I know you must be careful all the time or else you would be dead." She frowns a little, still watching him, frightened for him. She begins to wonder aloud, "If what Aravilar told me is true and I just remembered who you are then why do I not recognize anyone else? Gene, why is it that I recognize you and no one else?"
Gene_Kynes 01-03-04, 01:45 PM	"If I worried all the time about dying, I'd never get anything done." He then slips over the railing, and leans against it. "Hmm? Maybe...the hair? Isn't too common of a color." He then crosses his arms, gesturing to a section of rail, offering a seat of sorts.
Flayhara Magerie 01-03-04, 01:53 PM	She shakes her head, allowing her hair to topple around her. She sighs and sits beside him, "Thats not it Gene, I feel like there's something deep down that calls out to you. Like I should feel something toward you." She smirks, "I guess I'm being silly am I not? Feelings?" She laughs, "Who could ever learn anything from feelings? My tribe thought so, I felt different, but perhaps now I see they are right." She stands up and starts to walk off, "Maybe I am just a crazy lonely woman with crazy urges deep down. My magic cannot keep me happy, dancing doesn't, my tribal practicing doesn't, but..." she shakes her head. "It doesn't matter now. I guess I will start over, I am probably destined to. Someone or something made me feel something deep down long ago, probably hatred or something that made this memory loss jump start in my mind. Before I left the tribe, I made something in my mind set so that if I ever felt a deep hatred, jealousy, sadness, or any deep anything except happy that it would make me forget up until my journey after leaving the tribe." She stops and looks around, "Being here makes me feel comfortable and I don't know why, perhaps I shall never know."
Gene_Kynes 01-03-04, 02:08 PM	"Feelings...are a strange thing, I'll agree. They dissolve years of training, they override logic. "Following your heart", some call it. Hells, it's what I depend on when travelling, but isn't too smart in some situations." He stretches out slightly, before lifting a foot to hold against the rail bar. "But...I won't tell you what you should be feeling. I put freedom of self above all else, so that's yours to decide. I'll just...tell you my side of what happened, how I know you, and you, me." He takes a deep breath, and begins recalling his side of the story. "We had a...romantic relationship, of sorts. I suppose it could've been mere lust, or something further. I dare not sign the contract with the deadly L word...don't get me wrong, it's not for my own good...but...it often hurts the other party...when that promise is broken." A gloved hand ran through white hair, before returning to his lap. "Either way, we seperated. On my fault, due to my...complete inability to lay in one place at any one time. I figured you couldn't be serious about someone such as I, so...I decided to leave you behind, with the safety and nuturing of the school. I thought it was the best for you, but...as I soon figured, somewhere between the light and dark...the Shadowplane, I had made a choice for you. I had broken my own love of freedom." He then looks over to her, the apathy in his features now gone...but what's discernable from his expression isn't quite clear... "Well, tell me what you feel, when you look at me, regarding this story. Hatred, sorrow, jealousy, or confusion?"
Flayhara Magerie 01-03-04, 02:18 PM	She turns around to look at Gene, her hair wrapping playfully around her waist. "Gene, I do not know what to think about that. I do know what I am feeling within and that's neither of what you had thought I would. I feel that perhaps that love is still there Gene, deep within me I feel it." She walks over to him and smiles softly at him. Her hand brushing his in his lap before returning to her side, "If I was wrong to love someone like you would I still feel it warming the depths of my heart, sending warm waves throughout me? What we had must have been special." She sighs, "However, you probably feel different now and I can understand if you do. Though I would like to get to know you again." She takes the headress out of her hair and it disappears within her hand. She smiles then turns to look back up at Gene. "If you decide you don't want to, know that it is fine with me. If you do decide to, then well..." she looks downward, "Well, I won't get my hopes up at this point."
Gene_Kynes 01-03-04, 02:24 PM	He looked to her, curiously. Didn't expect this. Not at all. "...How do you know I didn't just fabricate a story?" He calmed his body...his heart still beat at a normal pace, his breathing remained as it usually was. "...and if I didn't fabricate it...why...would you trust me again?"
DiplomaticSorcerer 01-03-04, 02:27 PM	Camaris sneaked into Zollex's room. His eyes flashed, and suddenly the room was filled with light, and Camaris's voice, amplified 10 times, rang out. "WAKE UP, ZOLLEX! WAKE UP!" Zollex fell out of the bed. "Wha?" Zollex said sleepily. With a grin on his face, Camaris said, "Good morning. I thought you should know, they're about to serve breakfast."
Flayhara Magerie 01-03-04, 02:32 PM	She smiles warmly up at him and looks directly into his eyes, "I trust you Gene, again another feeling deep down. If my feeling is wrong, then it will teach me to never again trust it. If it isn't wrong, then Gene, I'm a person who can give another chance for someone to wrong their right, or just have a second chance for one reason or another." She looks away and to the side of her watching the sky, illuminated by the suns rays.
kulideb 01-03-04, 02:36 PM	Kulideb picked up the glass and took a sip. "I'm fine Heruamin." Just then she shivered spilling some of the water from her glass. "Oh I'm so sorry," she said blushing as she tried to mop up the spilt water. "It felt as if some one walked over my grave, a sort of shadow.." The small elf stoped and looked up at Aravilar, she smiled and changed the subject. "You look troubled Heruamin, I guess its the weight of being in controll of this ..well army."
Gene_Kynes 01-03-04, 02:42 PM	Gene...nods, slowly. "But...I'm...I'm not sure, Flayhara. That's...that's what's been bothering me." His arms cross, as he begins walking away from her. "I'll...just ruin it again. I may not mean to...but it's doomed, Flayhara. It's doomed." Breaking into his bursts of speed, Gene activated his Blinding Speed briefly, before Shadowjumping to the lowest level of the ship. Collapsing against a nearby wall...Gene slumps into a sitting position, one leg laying out, the other's knee being bent, his head laying on this knee. "Why...can't...I ever just be left...alone?
Branth 01-03-04, 02:50 PM	The Brown watches as the Lady debates jumping onto him, o O(*Self* This should be interesting.) When her jump is inturupted by... o O(GENE!) The dragons eyes blaze a brighter red, but still he does nothing. Just lazily keeps pace with the ship for now, watching, waiting.
Flayhara Magerie 01-03-04, 02:53 PM	She was speechless by Gene's words and actions. She sighs and finds a corner to sit in, she draws her knees up to her chest and sighs, thinking outloud, "Perhaps it best if nothing gets rekindled. I should move on and let bones be buried in their grave." She lets out another sigh, this time in frustration. Her hair hanging around her lightly, even with one small trace of wind it would blow around a little. As she sits there, she rests her forehead on her knees, her eyes close and she starts falling into a deep sleep, her thoughts never giving her moments peace. In the Dreamworld... Her dream showing her where she was, on the airship and she was talking to Gene and Aravilar. They were waiting on an answer of who she was, she grew frustrated and no matter how many time she tried to tell them, they would not listen. Finally she began sobbing and ran from them... In the Real World... Tears rolled down her cheeks as she continued to sleep with the heart wrenching dream. The two people she thought were friends and knew her kept saying they didn't.
Flayhara Magerie 01-03-04, 03:18 PM
aravilar_holistacia 01-03-04, 03:20 PM	Originally posted by kulideb "You look troubled Heruamin, I guess its the weight of being in controll of this ..well army." It's more than that, Aravilar wanted to say. "It is sad news to be sure, arwenamin. Did you not hear of the news? It spreads throughout the fleet like a plague..." Aravilar said, trailing off.
kulideb 01-03-04, 03:26 PM	The elf put down the wet napkin and reached across to Aravilar. "Can you tell me about it Heruamin?" She thought hard thinking of all the rumours on board, but none came to mind exept one. "I did hear that a godess spoke to you, but I know not what about or even if it is true." She looked into his eyes and waited.
Flayhara Magerie 01-03-04, 03:27 PM
Gene_Kynes 01-03-04, 03:28 PM	The shadow drifted around him. "Pike off." It persisted, showing into the labyrinth of mirrors the imagine of Flayhara's crying, sleeping body. "You've made her cry." "I know." "Why?" "Hell if I know." The shadow...then assumed form. A female form, in fact. With white hair, dark skin, and a form-fitting female version of the Last Words, one could easily tell it had to've been a figure of sorts from Gene's assassin past, rather than Shadowdancer Gene. The wiry, Shadovar woman crossed her arms. "I saw...what happened, up there. "And?" She sighed. "I'm going to say this only once, Gene, so listen well. He looked up at the Shadow in Shadovar appearence, and sighed. "You're the most self-centred, whiny, woe-is-me pathetic excuse for a Shadowblood that I've ever seen! Gene's eyes actually widened...he...most definately hadn't expected this. "Did it ever occur to you that she actually loved you?! That you'd do more damage by abandoning her that you could do by ruining it again?! Gods help me, Gene. Gods help me. Then, snatching a nearby shadow, it forms into a small rock. "She may love you more than you'll ever know, and you love her more than you'll ever show. So, you ran away. You're so....ooooooooh!" Then she throws the rock at him, it bouncing off his raised arms. "So sad that you ruined something once, and you don't have the spine to start it again! Grah! Get up there, wake her up, and do what y'can to make her feel loved! You got me?" Gene murmurs. "I was just... "Do you want a hint with women? When they can speak perfectly through gritted teeth, that's the equivlent of a snake tail rattling. Now go." Blinking...still in shock, he makes his way towards Flayhara. His cloak is left in the hall, however...but it forms into a darker, black, purple, and dark blue duplicate of Gene. "Think that'll really get him going? "Ho yeah." A snicker was shared between them...as both Umbral creatures dissapeared into the darkness. Gene ran towards Flayhara, and says her name...in a voice that seemed to speak of determination, even if his words didn't. "I...guess...so..."
Finwe 01-03-04, 03:34 PM	After relaying his message to Agudo, Ringon teleports down below the ship. Flying at a speed seemingly unnatural for a creature of his size, he quickly outpaces the brown dragon. Staying carefuly out of range of its head, He speaks to the dragon. "What buisness do you have here?"
Flayhara Magerie 01-03-04, 03:35 PM	Flayhara wakes up and looks at Gene, not really sure of what was going on, she still had the feeling of being in a dream. She stands up quickly, "Gene, don't you know who I am?!" She felt the tear streaks on her cheeks and wipes them away, she looked around her, "Where is Aravilar... er.. am .. am I not dreaming anymore?"
aravilar_holistacia 01-03-04, 03:41 PM	I mean, sure, it's only... "Hanali and Mystra and Corellon, no less, my lady." You are going to tip your hand... "You must have heard the story, my lady, of Keya, my wife?" Aravilar stopped himself and then said, "I do not dare say it, but my ex-wife Keya was taken to Arvandor by Hanali just yesterday." As if that gives you any points? That is more like getting some taken away, you know... "It was fated to happen, I should have seen it coming." Liar. "It is sad, but I am not troubled. She is with the gods now."
Gene_Kynes 01-03-04, 03:41 PM	"He's...on the ship. I'm...not quite sure, my shadows try and stay away from him. He's...got a fine eyesight. And no, you're not dreaming..ah...are you alright?" ...please, no memory wipe. Please?
Flayhara Magerie 01-03-04, 03:45 PM	She looks at him still a bit confused as the dream had been so real. She sits back down slowly, "I.. I think I am alright." She shakes her head a little then looks back up to him.
aravilar_holistacia 01-03-04, 03:46 PM	Originally posted by Flayhara Magerie She felt the tear streaks on her cheeks and wipes them away, she looked around her, "Where is Aravilar... er.. am .. am I not dreaming anymore?" Aravilar's elven ears twitched. "Flayhara called me... She is with Gene. She should be fine." OOC: Name Attunement (Su)
Gene_Kynes 01-03-04, 03:56 PM	He nods. "That...that's good." He sighs...before sitting down on the deck, in front of her. "I'm...I'm sorry. I'd be willing...to try again, but not from the same page we were on. The choice...is yours." He then awaits her response, watching her every movement. OOC: I've a question about that...does that only serve for the name of the chosen, or for everyone named Aravilar?
Flayhara Magerie 01-03-04, 04:03 PM	Her movements becomes nervous but she calms herself, "You want to? This is... confusing. Earlier you told me that you didn't, in your own way, and now you say you do? I must be sleeping still." She stands up, her back now to him and she looks down the side of the airship. She turns with a half-smile to Gene, "This should wake me up, it always does. Most of my dreams end up with me falling off of something in which I then wake. So since, I am sure, I am still sleeping this will wake me." She holds onto the railing as she climbs onto it, to where she now sits on the rail, her back turned to Gene and her legs dangling off the side of the airship. Her hair blows behind her as the wind passes through.
aravilar_holistacia 01-03-04, 04:06 PM	Aravilar's ears twitched again. "No!" He quickly raised a hand and teleported to Flayhara, grabbing her from the balcony. "Close one, there," he said with a smile.
Gene_Kynes 01-03-04, 04:09 PM	Gene...sighs. "Want to know one way hesitance can be defeated? A Shadovar named Erianna. At least, something pretending to be her. Anyway...I'll just say it now. If it doesn't work, it doesn't work. If it does, it does. And...Aravilar, uh...what're you doing?"
Flayhara Magerie 01-03-04, 04:12 PM	She looks to Aravilar with a smile, "Nice to see you again friend." She straightens her dress out and sighs, "I must not be dreaming if someone has to save me." She looks to Gene then back to Aravilar, waiting to see what would be said.
aravilar_holistacia 01-03-04, 04:17 PM	Aravilar helped Flayhara to her feet and he said, "I am watching out for those under my care," he replied to Gene. Aravilar walked back inside. "So, what were we talking about, my lady Kulideb?" Aravilar's eyes sparkled.
Gene_Kynes 01-03-04, 04:26 PM	"But...she..wasn't fal-...ah, it's good t'know you're...cautious." Shrugging...he then bows to the two. "Either way...th'choice is yours. For now...farewell, Aravilar and Flayhara." He then seems to utterly vanish, which to as far as most were concerned...he was gone. Appearing at his specified meeting place with Agudo, Gene waits, cloaked in a pool of shadow.
Flayhara Magerie 01-03-04, 04:28 PM	She sighs, "He's off again, just like that.." she shakes her head and looks upward. "Perhaps this time I should follow." She smiles, focuses her attention on Gene and appears beside him.
Gene_Kynes 01-03-04, 04:34 PM	He looks over to her form, and smiled. "You're getting better at sneaking. This is confusing, you know." He then sighs. "Made your choice, yet?"
Flayhara Magerie 01-03-04, 04:38 PM	She smiles at him, "Sneaking? Oh, well, I wouldn't call it that." She laughs a little then gets serious, "Yes I have made my choice, and the answer is yes I would."
Gene_Kynes 01-03-04, 04:46 PM	He smiles to her...and then slinks down to a sitting position, against the wall. "So, what's your name?"
Flayhara Magerie 01-03-04, 04:50 PM	She smiles, while continuing to stand, "Flayhara Kaylin Magerie, whats yours?" She thinks a moment, "Oh, guess you didn't need my middle did you?" She grins, "Well your one of the few and rare who do." She looks around then steps very close to him, sits on the ground in front of him and whispers, "Please don't tell anyone."
aravilar_holistacia 01-03-04, 04:54 PM	Aravilar sat back down in the chair across from Kulideb. Reminds you of her, doesn't she? No, not really. Keya was more... More what? Hmmm? Even I know what is wrong with this picture. You apparently don't know much about courting women, seeing as every one you have gotten attached to in your life has been handed to you by fate or the gods... You have a point there. So, this one seems good, huh? Yes.... Do you really think you can actually fulfill a wish like that? I'll try... Good. Aravilar looked up from his thoughts and said, "Have you ever been so lost in thought that it seems like your thoughts are dictating your actions?" The mage continued. "It was the dying wish of a truly happy elf... To have her husband be stable in mind and spirit..." Aravilar did not let Kulideb interject for he was quite ready to speak. "Do you think there is any hope for one such as me? To find another true love even after the death of another?" Like I said before, you're going to tip your hand... "Kulideb..." Aravilar said, but he stopped short of blurting out more words. The Herald of Spells *can* hold his tongue! For the first time in a 1000 years, Aravilar blushed. :embarrass
Gene_Kynes 01-03-04, 05:05 PM	He smiles brightly to her. "I'll return the favor..you'll be the only one to learn my full name. Gene Ko'mrr...and...I've no surname, for I've no trace family members still breathing. The name becomes irrelevant..but...I go by Umbra, at times." He shrugs, and then looks to her, tilting his head back, against the wall. "What do you enjoy doing?"
Flayhara Magerie 01-03-04, 05:12 PM	She smiles, "Well, your secret is safe with me. I like to dance when I can, in the common language I think its called fencing except no protective gear, help others, and I often find myself looking up at the stars at night with a heavy heart but nonetheless enjoying it." She smiles, "Dancing and fencing are my main two. How about you, what do you find yourself doing in your free time?" She looks down at her hands and seems to fidgit with them.
Gene_Kynes 01-03-04, 05:25 PM	He smiles, and nods. "Dancing...sword spars, talking, exploring...most definately exploring, and enjoying...some places, some people." He sighs...and then looks over to her, once again, before folding his legs. "Why're you here, Flay?"
Flayhara Magerie 01-03-04, 05:29 PM	She doesn't look up, "I had orignally thought I was called here to help, in which I intend to do, with my dying breath. I fear, though I found out before I came, it is also for another reason." Tears roll down her cheek and she sniffles, "Please don't ask."
Gene_Kynes 01-03-04, 05:34 PM	He frowns... "Flay..." The gods've cursed me with a curiousity that could eliminate every cat upon Toril He moves closer to her, and wipes her tears away, kneeling to her side. "...I...won't ask if you don't want me to...but...why don't you want me to?"
Flayhara Magerie 01-03-04, 05:39 PM	She looks up at him, "Its painful Gene, very painful. I told myself when it happened that ...." She looks down, "Please Gene, it hurts still, don't ask." She wraps her arms around his neck and hugs him, crying softly. {ooc: and with that I must take my leave.. Bye Gene! :D Bye everyone else!}
Gene_Kynes 01-03-04, 05:50 PM	He frowns...and then nods, embracing her in turn. "Sorry...Flay...I...won't ask." He then presses his lips gently to the crook of her neck, holding her lightly. "...I won't ask." (( OOC: Au revoir! ))
Zollex 01-03-04, 06:29 PM	"DON'T YOU EVER DO THAT AGAIN!" Zollex screamed at Camaris. "I HATE BEING YELLED AT IN THE MORNING!" Zollex took a moment and a few deep breaths to calm himself. "Okay, what are we having?" The half-elf asked as he follow Camaris to the source of the great scent of food in the air.
DiplomaticSorcerer 01-03-04, 06:36 PM	"I'm not sure. Some type of elvish food. It smells great, though." He walked into the dining room. He sat down at the table and started to sample the unfamiliar food.
Zollex 01-03-04, 06:52 PM	"Elven? Sounds good, and smells better!" The half-elf sat next to Camaris and took a bit of everything, wanting to get the full range of flavors. He had many chances to try lots of elven foods before, but most of this was still new to him. " 'Tis very good," Zollex commented between mouthfuls.
aravilar_holistacia 01-03-04, 09:06 PM	As Aravilar was about to express his normally-contained feelings to Kulideb... Zollex and Camaris walked in. "Of all the... Camaris, Zollex, as always your timing is impeccable!" Aravilar said very sarcastically. Aravilar reached aross the table and held Kulideb's hand. "Can we go outside to the observation deck, perhaps?" That's not a bad idea, you know. Maybe you *are* getting better at this... Aravilar walked out of the door, ignoring the snickers and comments from Camaris, hoping the elven girl would follow. Ignore *him*... Aravilar walked up to the observation deck and waited for the girl to follow. He began to think over what he would say next. "'I always did...' No, that's not it. 'Your eyes are like...' Perhaps not that either. Maybe, in Elven?" Aravilar continued to think over his next lines. If she catches you thinking over your lines, Aravilar, it will be a very tense moment. Think you can handle it? Aravilar thought, I won't allow her to sneak up on me like that.... Although it was obvious he was paying attention to naught but his words.
DiplomaticSorcerer 01-03-04, 10:47 PM	Camaris stopped Kulideb and said, "Don't tell him I told you, but I think you and Aravilar would be a great couple. And don't pretend that you don't like him. I saw the way you looked at him. He's perfect for you. Go on, follow him." With a furtive look down the hall, he quickly sat down again.
Agudo Archmage 01-03-04, 11:31 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley ((BEFORE ON THE ELVIN SHIP)) ((OOC The Elvin ships are about the size of a Man of War ship in the mid 1800)) The Archmage of Light had just entered the small side room with Gene. But when Agudo turned around his friend was gone? “Gene?….Gene?” He looked left and right then rolled his eyes. “Shadow Jumpers” At that moment Ringon came in, informing him of the brown dragon. “Thank you Sir Ringon, have you seen Gene?” Ringon informed him that Gene had said something, about speaking with Agudo in some part of the ship. But had vanished before Ringon heard exactly where. With that Agudo walked outside to the bow of the ship, and looked down. “Strange…. A spy? …. Or just to big to land on the ship… Yes most likely waiting for an opportunity to speak….once we land… I hope” Until then he thought it would be best to find Gene. ((NOW)) Walking around he sees several people, going about their daily chores. “Ahh Gene their you….are…Oh!…” Agudo almost blushes “Sorry Gene I didn’t see you.. kiss..ing”
Angel Elf 01-04-04, 12:54 AM	The time spent with her new friend Ringon was pleasent yet word got around that thier was trouble. A dragon of some kind flying near by. "Maybe it would be safer if we went inside the ship?"
Gene_Kynes 01-04-04, 12:54 AM	Gene blinked. "Agudo! Erm...we...weren't kissing! Just...hugging..." Red spread across his features, as he hugged her once again before standing up. "I've...just got...some things to discuss with you. Flay, if you'll forgive me...I've...gotta talk. Just as you're forbidden by yourself to tell me something, I've been forbidden to spread these words to any but Agudo." And with that, he bows to her, before looking to Agudo...and soon, the Archmage hears a head in his voice. I've forces waiting at this...Messicana, for us. They will assist me in softening up the enemy, for a proper strike. However...I must inquire, exactly why are we fighting this enemy, Agudo?
Gene_Kynes 01-04-04, 12:55 AM	Gene blinked. "Agudo! Erm...we...weren't kissing! Just...hugging..." Red spread across his features, as he hugged her once again before standing up. "I've...just got...some things to discuss with you. Flay, if you'll forgive me...I've...gotta talk. Just as you're forbidden by yourself to tell me something, I've been forbidden to spread these words to any but Agudo." And with that, he bows to her, before looking to Agudo...and soon, the Archmage hears a head in his voice. I've forces waiting at this...Messicana, for us. They will assist me in softening up the enemy, for a proper strike. However...I must inquire, exactly why are we fighting this enemy, Agudo?
Gene_Kynes 01-04-04, 12:57 AM	Gene blinked. "Agudo! Erm...we...weren't kissing! Just...hugging..." Red spread across his features, as he hugged her once again before standing up. "I've...just got...some things to discuss with you. Flay, if you'll forgive me...I've...gotta talk. Just as you're forbidden by yourself to tell me something, I've been forbidden to spread these words to any but Agudo." And with that, he bows to her, before looking to Agudo...and soon, the Archmage hears a head in his voice. I've forces waiting at this...Messicana, for us. They will assist me in softening up the enemy, for a proper strike. However...I must inquire, exactly why are we fighting this enemy, Agudo?
Angel Elf 01-04-04, 12:57 AM	CRAZY POSTING :rolleyes:
Elvin Queen 01-04-04, 01:08 AM	“Thank you corporeal” The queen had received news of the danger. She new she must find Aravilar. Walking out onto the deck she spoke his name, knowing he would hear. Admiral Aravilar, your Queen wishes to see you! What of this Dragon of the Brown race, is it dangerous?
Zollex 01-04-04, 01:19 AM	"Camaris, shall we get going? There isn't much to do on this airship, but we should be stopping of at Evereska in couple of days. Maybe we can look over the edge and try to drop whatever this stuff is on people on the gound." Zollex held up a bowl of grey pudding-like goo with a smirk on his face.
aravilar_holistacia 01-04-04, 01:19 AM	Interruptions, interruptions... I should go see what Elisa wants, Aravilar said. Aravilar walked down the stairs onto the deck and he said to the queen, "I am here, my lady." He bowed slightly and said, "This dragon cannot pose a threat... If it were malicious it would certainly have attacked us by now." Don't forget about the elf you were courting. Aravilar shook his head involuntarily. Aravilar, you cannot just dismiss this. When you love someone... The archmage blinked. Yet another voice? The voices did not answer. "If that is all, my lady Elisa, I must get back to my thoughts." Yes, yes, Aravilar. Your thoughts about Kulideb. Aravilar said aloud, "That is not what I was talking about." He sighed and then said to the Queen, "Hanali has a sense of humor. She and Keya both seem to be interested in my mind." He explained the voices. Are you done yet? Love waits for no one. Aravilar nodded and then thought, I am getting there, my ladies. Aravilar walked back up to the observation deck to wait for Kulideb. Finally, we can get back to thinking about Kulideb. You should just march down into the cabin and tell her how you feel. I will wait a bit longer. ----------------------- OOC: MY GODS! That post was VERY CODE-INTENSIVE!
Flayhara Magerie 01-04-04, 02:47 AM	She turns around and smiles to Agudo, "Greetings." She then looked to Gene with a smile wiping her eyes, she nods to them, "I shall let you two alone as you may have a lot to say and I will only hinder you." She nods to them then begins to head out of the room.
sculyblast 01-04-04, 05:40 AM	when mytus first waked up, and finished his standard wake up procudure. he took his book of "friends" and looked up which "friends" he still had around Zhent's keep. when looking up only 3 names he started to think of another way, since only 3 connections where never enought to work out the plan he allready made up. and then he had it, he just had to make more "friends". then mytus went to breakfast
kulideb 01-04-04, 06:35 AM	Aravilar seemed just about to tell her some thing when Zollex and Camairs walked in. Aravilar didn't look to happy to see them and left the room. Kulideb said hello to Zollex and Camaris, Camaris spoke to her, she blushed at his words and went out after Aravilar. Her mind was in a whirl, she had never had any body fall in love with her, of course it could be a joke on Camairs part. She had never thought of any male that way, well exept Gene she did have a soft spot for him, but she knew he liked another. Then she blushed as she thought of the elf Seasutuil he had made her giggle at the brothel but Agudo had been a bit unsure of that elf. She caught up with Aravilar out side on the observation deck, he looked lost in thought. She walked up behind him her soft leather boots not making a sound. She softly tapped him on the shoulder. "Aravilar."
aravilar_holistacia 01-04-04, 06:43 AM	Aravilar jumped slightly at the touch. He whirled about. Instead of his usual formal, elven attitude, he seemed very oddly nervous and light-hearted. "Oh... Hiya, Kulideb." You would think after all that thinking you did you would have something to say... "There is always light in every storm, always a flower under every sandy desert." That was an odd thing to say. "I think there's something I should tell you, Kulideb." Good one, the voice said in his mind.
kulideb 01-04-04, 06:57 AM	The elf looked a little puzzeled at Aravilars words, she thought for a moment. "Emm..yes I think I understand, sort of , no matter how bad things look there is always hope." she said with a smile. He still looked very unsettled she thought. His next words had her very worried, he knows some thing bad is going to happen and he is trying to give me hope she thought to her self. "I know at the school you didn't want me to come on this trip, but I can fight! I couldn't sit at the school knowing others were risking their lives for my right to be free....." her eyes welled up with tears. Hes going to say its to dangerous and send me away! she thought. "Cuamin linduva yassen megrill. please don't send me away." ((My bow will sing with your sword))
aravilar_holistacia 01-04-04, 07:06 AM	Aravilar reached a finger out to wipe away a tear that had fallen down her cheek. "Oio naa elealla alasse’, arwenamin. Vanimle sila tiri... Uuma dela, amin ilfaina. Amin ilelena." <<Ever is thy sight a joy, my lady. Your beauty shines brightly... Do not worry, I will not send you away. I cannot.>> "I think I am in love with you." That wasn't so hard, now, was it?
kulideb 01-04-04, 07:11 AM	His touch was gentle as he wiped away her tears. She looked in to his eyes for the first time looking at Aravilar the man and not Aravilar the leader. She thought she heard him say that he loved her, colour crept in to her cheeks. "Heruamin. you do not know me..." she was feeling very nervous.
aravilar_holistacia 01-04-04, 07:21 AM	"Heruamin. you do not know me..." "And that is why it must be so... Hanali wills it to be... I will it to be..." He sighed and looked beyond her. "The winds of time take back what they give to us." He was also on the verge of tears. "Everytime I... fall... for someone, I lose them. I don't want that to happen again... Not now, not ever again!" He looked back into her eyes. "Fate beckons us all, arwenamin. Should we not oblige its icy grip and be driven on into endless eternity?" Where'd you get that one, loverboy? Aravilar said, his eyes brimming with fiery tears, his hands shaking steadily, "We as mortals can only do so much... And so much we are in the face of the gods. Should we not oblige them?" He sighed again and sat down, crossing his legs. "There is naught but fate in our futures. I don't want to meet that alone." Another brilliant performance by Aravilar.
kulideb 01-04-04, 07:31 AM	She loved the sound of his voice and they way he made words into poetry. "I have never....well...you know." she seemed very lost for words. "I will be your friend Heruamin but I can not promise any thing else...not yet." She reached over and placed her hand on his. "Please give me time my lord."
aravilar_holistacia 01-04-04, 07:38 AM	Aravilar sounded as if he were talking to himself. "Time is a currency that all mortals spend freely... Until they understand it." "Going forward, backward, through time, it all becomes one long life. Chronomancy is a curse... And then people mention time..." The mage looked up. A tear of fire ran down his cheek. "Time is something we do not have. Something I do not have..." That was certainly unexpected, wasn't it Aravilar? You knew she was too young, inexperienced in the matters of love. I expected her to be more cheerful as well... Would you ladies please stay quiet for a moment? Aravilar looked down at the deck plating and he said, "Take whetever time you wish. I am not moving until you return." With that, he buried his face in his cloak. Tears of fire ran down the fabric.
kulideb 01-04-04, 07:47 AM	She felt very mixed up part of her was so happy that some one loved her, and not just any one but a good man. But she also felt very unsure of her feelings. She gave his hand a squeeze and walked away, she looked back and saw him bury his head in his cloak a feeling of guilt came over her and she wanted to rush back and tell him any thing he wanted to hear just to make him happy. She needed some one to talk to....Agudo! She set off to find the Archmage.
aravilar_holistacia 01-04-04, 08:11 AM	That went well. You should be relieved, Aravilar! At the very least she was receptive. I feel sick... Lovesick is more like it. You think she... Without a doubt, Ava. The only thing holding her back is... Is what? This is for her to tell you. I wish I didn't have to be alone anymore...
Agudo Archmage 01-04-04, 10:10 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley ((Elvin Ship)) Standing outside on deck, with the wind blowing causing his blue & White robes to flutter. Agudo was truly enjoying the new day; in fact he had stayed up most of the night talking. He took in deep breaths imagining salty air, yet this high up at least the air was clean and crisp. He had found the one he was looking for and just then Gene as well….had found his voice, with some embarrassment, he said that Flayhara and he were,…. just hugging. Agudo did not laugh, but he did smile thinking to himself…. Oo.. Ahh puppy love…I remember those days…oO He then straightens his cloak and clears his voice. “Yes well to answer your question Gene… A counsel of many religions have deemed the Messianica sect to be dangerous and must be stooped.” He takes a moment to collect his thoughts then continues. “Messianica and her followers have banished all other religions from the city of Hillsfar” He raises his hand as if to stop some basic questions, he has heard more than once. “I know Hillsfar is an evil city full of evil so called gods… But this sect now threatens others pantheons of good…... The fanatics have attacked Shadowdale and other dale towns; trying to force those good religions to be cast out… and makes others believe in Messianica.” At that moment Kulideb walks up and seems to want to talk with Agudo. “Why hello Kulideb, lovely day yes?”
sculyblast 01-04-04, 11:36 AM	after finishing his breakfast (ooc ds started with this so I take the time as morning). mytus starded drawing some diagrams and adding some cyfers and words, when he starded with his 3rd doublesized page (so the 6th) he came stuck with some details. so he went to agudo to get some answers.
Branth 01-04-04, 12:18 PM	The Brown answers the other without taking his eyes off the ship. "My buisness is my own concern and none of yours. I will only discuss it with Agudo or Gene." With that the Brown flies back into the ships shadow and dissappears ...... ((OOC: Fixed it. Better? :D ))
Gene_Kynes 01-04-04, 01:31 PM	Gene's eyes narrowed...and he nodded briskly. "Someone threatens freedom of religion. They're attacking others for their wrongs. And what crimes did these people commit? The crime of believing in whom they wish, rather than a single goddess. This...is something worth fighting for, Agudo." He then looked over to Kulideb. Her features betrayed something...the subtle tensions of her movement. "Kulideb...when you're done with Agudo, may I have a word with you?" He then moves back to Flayhara, helping her stand back up.
Flayhara Magerie 01-04-04, 01:57 PM	She happily takes Gene's hand and stands up. She gently smooths out her outfit and looks to Gene, "I never really got my fill of wine, could we go get some?"
Savael 01-04-04, 02:10 PM	It was a wonderful day all in all. The azure blue sky above was nearly cloudless, save for the thickening plume of dark smoke that rose so persistently from many of the once impressive buildings and tenements that had, up until quite recently, served as the local Red Wizards of Thays enclave in Hillsfar. A pity really, Savael thought as he threw another torch at the nearest of the already blazing buildings. With a little restoration here and there the place would have made quite a lovely little gathering point for the faithful of Messianica. Messianica... He watched as the once-proud banners that had hung outside the conclaves walls was set ablaze along with the rest of whatever filth the wizards had left behind. It was a sight to marvel at for any man alive, and a show of Messianicas power to be sure. In the grand plaza just inside the gates of the Thayan enclave a gruff crowd of people were gathered, shouting and screaming. Insults and threats mostly. They were gathered around a growing gathering of dirty-looking men and women, all dressed in clothes of varying degrees of red. Savael made his way over to them as a small smile spread across his face, this was going to be good. Messianica has now arrived, may justice to the oppressed masses come at last... The people in red clothing were bound on their hands and feet, some of them were gagged as well. “You’ve had this coming for a very long time now you red-robed guttersnipes. Poisoned my husbands mind with those damnable leaves and drugs you sold him you did! Curse you!” a portly woman wearing a stained apron and a crimson face to match screamed at the captives, a look of intense hatred etched itself into her face as she hefted a table leg threateningly in her thick hands. Many other peasants and commoners made similar shouts and threatening gestures, brandishing various weapons of similar descent. Everything from daggers and clubs to smithy-hammers and even entire chairs could be seen in the crowd. The captives on the ground squirmed and drew closer together, looking for all the world as though they’d love to be anywhere but where they were at the moment. It was probably true. “For Kossuth’s sake spare our lives!” a wiry man in dusty robes yelled over the din of the angry crowd “We were only their employees, their hired slaves if you will!” he gulped “Please... our Thayan masters fled this conclave when the serious uprisings began, leaving us behind to fend for ourse-“ “That’s your side of the story, wizard” Savael said as he broke through the crowd and stepped into the prisoners part of the plaza “and-“ he said with a smirk “-I think the good people of this city knows much better than to let you filth-ridden, cothermongering villains live!” “Or what say you good citizens of Hillsfar?” Savael shouted as the long white tunica gracefully draped across his back, shoulders and front brushed against the dusty flagstones of the plaza. Those robes marked him as a servant and follower of the faith of the Holy Messianica, a position he was not to disappointed to be holding. “Now, in this very hour, the servants of those mighty wizards - that once plagued this fair city with their lies and their magic’s and their never-ending trickery - stand trial before you!” “Tell me what should be done with them! The curs! the bounders! The thieves of so much more than your hard-earned money! Tell me what fate we, the faithful of the most blessed and revered Messianica should administer to them as final payment for their henious actions!” He loved himself that moment, as he stood in the middle of the agitated crowd, fully able to pass out death and judgement and even salvation as he himself saw fit. It was wonderful. For once he was not the one to be judged... Just then, a commotion at the back of the crowd caught his as well as everyone elses attention. Blazing, white banners flapped in the warm air and the sound of hooves upon cobbles could be hear. Could it actually be her? the saviour herself? ...Oh gods weep... It could.... A tall, proud woman with a long mane of auburn hair gleaming in the sun came into view as the crowd parted for her and her retinue, some going down to kneel while others raised their hands to the sky in jubilation, shouting the blessed ones name. Messianica. “And so Messianca the holy saviour of us all has come this day to pass her divine judgement upon all those that wronged us in the dark times before her salvation reached the land!” Savael yelled as he found his voice once more. “What will be your judgement my divine paragon of truth, faith and justice? What fate do you deem worth and right for these criminals?” OOC: Very well Mess, you told me I could join on your side, and so I have. Hope you don’t mind the free-thinking bits on my part.
Finwe 01-04-04, 02:17 PM	OOC: "My buisness is my own concern and none of yours. I will only discuss it with Agudo or Gene." With that the Brown flies back underneith the ship and dissappears into the shadows...... Ringon WAS underneath the ship already (he can fly), so how are you going to fly BACK underneath it? IC: "You shall not speak with either Agudo nor Gene unless you can either get by me (which I highly doubt) or you state your buisness. If you do not do eitehr within ten seconds, then you shall wish you had never heard the name Ringon Celebal.
kulideb 01-04-04, 02:25 PM	Kulideb nodded to Gene. "Yes of course." She went over to Agudo. "Do you have time for a word? I feel so confussed." She led the Archmage a short distance away fro the others. "I'm not sure where to begin and I hope you dont mind me coming to you, I dont really have any one else to talk to not since Sanctus left." A frown crossed her face as she tried to sort out what to say. "Its Aravilar, he said he loves me. I feel really honoured. I like him a lot, I'm just not sure if he really loves me or if he just wants company. I mean it wasn't that long ago he loved Clare." She looked up at the Archmage, "Its a bit of a mess isn't it." she sighed, "I'll leave you to think about it while I go and see what Gene wants." With that she made her way over to Gene still deep in thought. She looked up at Gene as she neared him her heart skipping a beat, he still had an effect on her she sighed. "Well met Gene, you wanted a word?
aravilar_holistacia 01-04-04, 02:40 PM	I can't sit here forever... Aravilar stood up, wiping his face with a fistful of cloak. He looked around, then he said aloud, "What am I thinking? I should go after her." Aravilar walked down onto the deck where Gene, Flayhara, Agudo-- And Kulideb. Yes, I know that. --stood. Aravilar did not stop to breathe before he said, "Kulideb, I--" Gene cut him off. "Kulideb...when you're done with...Agudo... may I have a word with you?" Aravilar promptly shut his still-open mouth. A fire rose in his eyes, and his cheeks rose in color to a bright red. Gene is trying to steal her from you. She doesn't want to be with you! Quiet... You knew it would happen. She is too innocent. You cannot hope to win over her heart. "SILENCE!" Aravilar said aloud. The color in his eyes was now a searing blue-white flame. "Kulideb? Come talk to me when you are finished." Aravilar walked over to the bow of the ship and sat, his legs hanging over the ship's side.
Flayhara Magerie 01-04-04, 02:44 PM	When Aravilar yelled silence, she grabbed promptly to Gene's arm a bit tightly. She frowned at Aravilar, "There was no need to yell friend."
kulideb 01-04-04, 02:53 PM	Kulideb jumped at the sound of Aravilar raised voice. The look in his eyes frightened her and she knew she will start to cry soon, she had made him angry. Fighting back a sob, She focused her mind on the shadow world and allowed her self to fall forward in to it. There was some thing comforting about the twisted world. The proud elven ship looked more like a twisted wreck. She could see the 'shadows' of the people in the real word. She sat in a corner and rested her head on her arms. She felt safe here in the shadows.
sculyblast 01-04-04, 02:54 PM	mytus walked throught the halls, when I finally found agudo, he saw kulideb walking at his side, and he saw something unusual on her. quick he hided and made a attemped to here what they said, and so he succeded to here all of the conversation, Quick he smiled again.. sometime he waited till kulideb left for gene and then he bumped into agudo from nowhere. hastely mytus showed agudo the 5 1/2 full written pages. the words were unreadable since they where written in the new language of koes. when mytus finally finished his hasted explaination on the pages, which where still un-understandable. he started to ask agudo 3 questions: how many days till we are in Zhent's keep? if you take the co-hifoation of roads leading to zhent's keep and you multiply them by the factor that is given from the inhabators of Zhent's keep, the conclusion is that there should be 4 more entrances but there are only 2, how is this to explain? by calculating the factor of the frequence magic users it is undoubtly possible that the we won't reach further than vector 3.5.7 while if you take the frequence and multiply it by the number of iron import of the last years we would easily break to the core of the keep, what fact am I missing here?
Gene_Kynes 01-04-04, 03:08 PM	Gene...frowned, looking at Aravilar...and nothing more showed in his eyes than dissapointment. "I'll be right back, Flayhara." Soon...shadows converged on Gene, and then he was gone. Now, Kulideb could see how Gene didn't mind his odd style of colorless clothing...in here, all color was drained. Walking over to the elf, Gene then sat upon a twisted piece of the hull, and sighed. "You know, this place isn't entirely...colorless. Somewhere out there, past the patches of Darkland, there's supposed to be a Shining Citadel." Gene stared out into the horizon. Soon, a Shadow Quake would strike that area. "Supposedly, this was just a mere demiplane. Then...someone...with the power of a diety...created the Shining Citadel. But in order to create such a fortress of color and light, life, light, and color had to be sucked out of the rest of reality. Hence, the Plane of Shadow was born. For something to be born, something else has to break." He then smiles, lightly. "It's supposed to be at the heart of this plane, but with the way the landscape changes...the "heart" changes location every time. But it'd be nice to find a flower in the middle of the desert, no?" He hoped he had caught her attention, somewhat. "And despite what people think...this plane isn't evil. They get darkness confused with shadows...tell me, Kulideb, what exists between Light and Dark? Tell me the path that the 'Dancers tread...teach me what you've learned in my absence."
aravilar_holistacia 01-04-04, 03:10 PM	Aravilar's eyes flashed, and he said, "Allow me this once, Mystra milady." Mystra must have heard him, for the world became a negative image. Aravilar looked around, and he turned around and saw Kulideb sitting there. He tried to move his arms, and they seemed to move slowly. Silverfire outlined his body. This must be why Weave casters cannot go to the Shadow Plane. "Kuli..." he said, silverfire trailing from his lips. "My outburst was not against you." He sat down next to her and trailed a silverflaming finger through her hair. "Hanali and the spirits of the dead do not cease to trouble me after they are gone," he explained. Aravilar then continued to explain the voices he had been hearing and what they had been saying. "They are either my imagination or the goddesses themselves." Aravilar sighed and smiled. "Your beauty shines even more brightly in the darkness of shadow, arwenamin. "The problem with myself and having love is that those I love fade from sight... Swept away in the darkness that time creates." He frowned and said, "That is why I love you, my lady. For we are elves. Elves are the race of time, the immortals of Faerun. Love of elves, when properly introduced, lasts longer than the longest eons, longer than the Realms have existed."
Flayhara Magerie 01-04-04, 03:29 PM	She around her as nearly everyone had gone, she sighs, "I suppose I shall go drink alone. Many nights at the..." her voice trails off into a soft whisper. She sighs and walks out of the room. Flayhara eventually manages to find herself outside again and she looks around. Her mind swirling with thoughts , "Everything is a blur to me, what is it that should come next within the images?" She shakes her head, her hair playfully tossing back and forth. She walks over to the railing and folds her arms ontop of it "My village...." tears begin to blur her vision, "my village, you will not be forgotten. My heart will always be where you are. I hope to set what was wrong right," she sighs, "though I don't that will happen. I can never set that right, no matter what I do now. No one could ever right that wrong, a wrong which will never be changed. Dear goddess, why did you let it happen like that! Why!" Hot tears flowed down her cheeks, and a fireball blasted from her palm into the air. She watched it explode into many pieces before it disappears. "I am a mess! Since I found out, there is that hole which cannot be filled, a hole in my heart that will never mend itself."
kulideb 01-04-04, 03:31 PM	The small elf looked up at Gene, she sat and listerened to his words. She felt Aravilar's precence before she saw him, it caused a ripple through the shadows. "My lord how did you get here?" she said with concern. She went over to him, his words had a habit of sweeping her off her feet, but she need to leave him so she could think. "My lord I need more time, I feel rushed and thats not fair." She placed her hand on his arm. "Not to either of us." She tured away from him and Gene and once again called the shadows round her and jumped.
Gene_Kynes 01-04-04, 03:37 PM	Gene gave a calm nod to the man, but felt the Plane's hatred towards the light that clung to his form. "Welcome to the Umbral Plane, Aravilar. Sit down, enjoy yourself. Not a Shadowquake for a hundred metres, I'm sure." Gene then stretched out, subtly, working on single fiber groups rather than entire limbs. He didn't want to catch too much of Aravilar's attention...a jilted romancer often took the slightest things as approaches upon territory. "Nobody asked my opinion...but...love isn't a battlefield. It isn't two people staring at each other...it's two people staring in the same direction. There cannot be two sides...'the lover' and 'the loved'. Then it truely isn't love. Forgive me...for using the ancient, tired out poet's quote, but...love is one soul shared between two bodies." His thoughts then flickered instantly to Flayhara...guilt of abandoning her so soon crept through him, but he stored the regret for later...Kulideb had to be updated on her training, for hopes of survival if she was to fight in this...conflict. "With that in mind, please...both of you, realize your choices." He then leans back on the grounded wreckage, watching the distant Shadowquake's initial stages.
aravilar_holistacia 01-04-04, 03:40 PM	Aravilar watched the elf head deeper into the shadows. "I dare not travel any further into the shades," Aravilar said to Gene. "On the Fringe I could last for maybe an hour or two. In the Deep Shade I would last no more than a few seconds." He considered her words. "Hey, Gene? Maybe it would be worth it? Maybe I should follow her into the Deep Shadows... I need to know her feelings... I wonder just how truly dark it is..." Aravilar held out a silverflaming hand and touched a silvery finger to the Deep Shadows. The shadows rippled and waved as the two energies collided. "I could follow her and be happy... Eternally happy..." Aravilar plunged his hand into the swirling shadow, sending sparks of magical force all around. "I could be free of my pain and be happy forever!" He pushed his arm farther and farther into the shadows, trying to end the pathetic existence he had carved for himself on the barren wastelands of time.
Gene_Kynes 01-04-04, 03:43 PM	He then sighed, looking to Aravilar. "You cannot rush things, you cannot force bandaging onto a wound that still stings. You may think your apologies are for the best...but you're overexposing yourself. You're almost threatening her, with quick changes from hot, accidential words of anger, then to apologies. She may understand you, but you're forcing things. Give her time to think, Aravilar, so her answer is true, and meaningful." Gene then bows... "And...don't worry about me. I love Flayhara with all of my heart, I couldn't claim to love another without lying to everything that I am. Kulideb's my student, my close friend. Nothing more, nothing less." And with that...Gene is soon gone, leaping through the shadowplane. He turned to the elfin girl, sighing. "So, you never did answer my...pseudo-riddle."
Flayhara Magerie 01-04-04, 03:46 PM	She wipes the tears from her cheek and heads down into the place where everyone had been eating, but not before letting another fireball go with a cry of rage. She sat down at the table and picks up a cup she had drank out of earlier and begins to drink from it. Quickly she put it down saying outloud to herself, "No, this is wrong I shouldn't do this." She sighs, cast Invisibility on herself and just sits there in thought. "My whole world full of darkness, hate, love, happiness, sadness. What am I going to do? I came here thinking I would lose my life in battle as I have nothing to go back to. That has changed now, what am I to do? There is a good chance that this will end most of our lives." She shakes her head at herself. Flay stands and walks over to the nearest wall, her fingers lightly tracing over the wall. She rests her head against it and closes her eyes. "I don't know what to do anymore."
Gene_Kynes 01-04-04, 03:50 PM	Near Aravilar, a dark mockery of Gene appeared..shades of purple, blue, and black. "You're pathetic. Honestly." Umbra shook his head, approaching the man. "Waaaah! My toy ran away from me! Waaaah! I don't have two pieces of brain-matter to rub against each other to figure out if I'm dead, I can't play with my toy anymore! Waaaaaah!" The figure laughed, revealing sharper teeth than the original Gene. "Stop your whining, and wait for her. If she returns, she can answer you truthfully. You're just makin' an arse out of y'self out here, sacrificing your life in vain. I swear, bloody mortals and how they treasure their toys." The figure crosses it's arms, and waits. (( OOC: This is a bigger jerk than Gene. Forgive. :P ))
aravilar_holistacia 01-04-04, 03:50 PM	Aravilar was immersed in the Deep Shadows almost up to his shoulder. He began to throw handfuls of silverfire into the vast abyss of blackness... Trying to create a portal.... But it failed. The mage sighed and pulled his arm from the shadow. He sat down on the ground and did not move for a very long time. Tears of fire rolled down his cheeks.
Gene_Kynes 01-04-04, 03:57 PM	Umbra's cruelty did not relent, despite the tenderness of tears, how they could represent sheer sorrow. "Aww...now he's...he's crying! Let's see how much we all care!" 'It' glanced to the left...then to the right. "Now, would you look at that. Our apathy is endless. C'mon now, scoot, scoot. Wait for your toy on the Material plane, or Etheral Plane. Just not here, eh? People go to the Hells to kill themselves, not the Shadow Plane. So...shoo. Off with you." The shadow double waits, arms crossed, seemingly more annoyed than taking any malicious enjoyment in tormenting the man.
Flayhara Magerie 01-04-04, 03:59 PM	Sighing, the invisable Flayhara walks back out onto the deck and sits on the railing, while the wind blows her hair around her back. She closes her eyes with a soft smile forming on her lips. She thought about something and began to think aloud, "I wonder if Aravilar would know..."
aravilar_holistacia 01-04-04, 04:01 PM	"Naught but shadows could be so cruel as to threaten a man in love. And love is not a toy. Love is what I have... Stored away in my heart. Something I long to give to her: my heart." Aravilar shook his head. "If this does not work, I am going to be a very lonely elf." He stood up. "I think I have finally found... to use the human term, 'the one'. I feel something there... Something I've only felt once: with Keya. And that was not of mortal doing. Hanali the Goldheart was the catalyst for that love. "I can now freely love without influence, and I have found the one person I can entwine my soul with and live as one." Aravilar sighed and said, "For it is the fate of us all to love and be loved. It is not, however, the fate of an elf to die alone."
kulideb 01-04-04, 04:06 PM	The elf found herself deeper into the shadow world, she could see strange shapes move about, but none came near her. She thought about Genes riddle and what he had said, the dancers path. It felt as if she danced between two worlds, but not really belonging to either. "What exists between light and dark." she muttered. "Shadows" she said out loud.
Flayhara Magerie 01-04-04, 04:15 PM	She hops off the railing and runs down to the room where everyone was. She looks around, "Still gone?" she says out loud. She starts calling out, "Aravilar! Aravilar! Please I need...!" she sighs, "He isn't going to hear me, he's probably with Gene and the other girl, wherever they went."
Gene_Kynes 01-04-04, 04:20 PM	Gene nodded. "As we tread our path, we may choose to emulate the shadows...not good, not evil, but neutral. Keep this in mind." He then sighed. "Say, do you have a Shadow Companion yet?" Meanwhile, with Umbra...things were only getting more and more sarcastic. "Kaya, eh? Lemme guess, you two were quote and unquote deeply in love? I see th'big picture, now." Forming a captain's hat from a nearby shadow, Umbra then slaps it onto his head. " Love is a bit like a journey down river, isn't it? 'Oh, we're so in love! We'll be happy forever and ever and ever and-uh-oh! Rapids! Dramatizing a leap from the twisted wreckage of the ship, Umbra lands near Aravilar. "And then you find another, and say the same things. That's what ticks me off 'bout Genie-boy. Love's nothing more than an excuse to get another in bed, everyone o'your 'kind' knows that. They just refuse it. You'll refuse it, Gene'll refuse it...no matter how many times I tell 'im, th'Wizardly chap'll refuse it, et cetra-et cetra. That's why I call her a toy. She's just a toy t'you, which you're quite aware of. The creation then snickers. "A toy in elven form. I'd love t'meet her Shadow Double, I'd really like to see what kind of sap she conjures up. I bet you it's gonna be a goodie, I'll tell you. Gene's already got a shadow double, but...I'm just a double-double, y'know? He found me, we formed a symbiotic kinda mutual-relationship, an' voila. He sent me here t'keep you from doin' somethin' stupid. Ne'er said how to stop you from doin' it, though. Heh." An' who said anything about threatening you? I'm merely trying to get you to get your bum arse out of here, your puddle of angsty and self-woe is annoyin' me." (( OOC: Whoo boy. Player does not assume any responsibility for the actions of the characters, I say. ))
aravilar_holistacia 01-04-04, 04:23 PM	Aravilar sighed and willed himself back to the world of light. "Aravilar!" someone called. "Flayhara...." he said aloud. "My lady? Where are you?" Aravilar called into the cabin.
Flayhara Magerie 01-04-04, 04:24 PM	She smiles, "Oh, I forgot, I'm invisable.." she dispels the magic and she appears before him. "I am here, I must speak with you. Its very important." She whispers into his ear, "About my tribe..."
kulideb 01-04-04, 04:25 PM	Kulideb looked up at Gene, "Err..No I havent."
DiplomaticSorcerer 01-04-04, 04:26 PM	Camaris got up from the table. He considered Zollex's idea, then said, "Nah, too childish, even for me." He smiled. "Let's go over to the ship with my men on it. I'm sure they'll be happy to see me after such a long trip." He walked out on deck and casted a fly spell on Zollex and himself. They flew over to the next ship, and landed on it. A few of his men spotted him. Cries of "Hey, Camaris!" and "Who's that with him?" went up. His men flooded out of the main cabin to see him. His lieutenant, Indris, elbowed him playfully and said, "I saw you talkin' to some of those elven women on the ship you were staying on. There's nothing going on we should know about, right?" Camaris laughed, and said, "No, no. I just wanted to come see how my soldiers were holdin' up. Oh, by the way, this is Zollex, an old friend of mine." He looked around. "You have prepared for the upcoming battle, I trust?" Indris replied, "As well as we could, sir. Some of the new recruits are having trouble with some of the more difficult spells, but they should have them mastered before we get to the keep." It's times like these that I love being the commander of the elite spellcaster unit of Waterdeep's army. "Who is having trouble with their spells?" 5 or 6 people tentatively raised their hands. "Come up here. The rest of you are dismissed." Those people who had raised their hands came forward with frightened expressions and the rest of his men left. "Oh, Indris, you stay as well." He motioned all but one of them to sit down on a nearby bench. "So, soldier, what are you having trouble with?" The soldier said, "Some of the other men showed me this spell that I ought to be able to learn. They moved their hands like this, and said something, and half the outer railing caught on fire. We put it out and someone repaired it, but I just can't seem to make the spell work." Camaris motioned Indris over to him and said, "Well, he's having trouble with a fire spell. See if you can help him with it. I know that you specialize in fire spells." He found out what each recruit needed help with, and assigned 4 men to work with them. He took the fifth to another spot on the ship. "You need help with an enchantment? Which one?" The recruit nervously said, "uhhh...Insanity." Camaris smiled evilly. He called to Zollex, who was watching Indris teach the fire spell to the recruit and had just narrowly missed getting hit by a flaming bird. Zollex walked to where they were standing. "Yeah?" Camaris started the spell. Zollex, not knowing what was happening, started to back away. Just as Camaris finished, Zollex turned to run. The spell struck him in the back. Zollex stopped, then sat down and looked very confused, his mind in an uproar. "That is how to perform a proper Insanity spell. Think you can remember what I just did?" The recruit nodded. Camaris dismissed his spell, and Zollex got up, unsteady for a moment. He slowly turned, and looked at Camaris. Camaris grinned, barely suppressing his laughter.
aravilar_holistacia 01-04-04, 04:31 PM	Originally posted by Flayhara Magerie She smiles, "Oh, I forgot, I'm invisable.." she dispels the magic and she appears before him. "I am here, I must speak with you. Its very important." She whispers into his ear, "About my tribe..." "Yes, my lady? What can I help you with?" Aravilar looked truly weary from his stay in the plane of shadow. A tear of fire rolled down his cheek again, and he reached up to wipe it away.
Gene_Kynes 01-04-04, 04:32 PM	"Ah...then...clear up your mind, eh? Now...in your head, imagine your companion. Shape him or her, perfect the details...and then call for that companion, using the same threads of the Shadow Weave that you would for a Shadow Daze." He then waits..as Umbra returned to him, dusting off his hands. "Mission accomplished! Roughed him up, I did!" "...No, you didn't." "You wanna bet, eh?! Gene simply sighed...and shook his head dismissivley at the creature, watching Kulideb. "Don't summon anything...that had a previously evil owner. Try to summon a new one, so that it conforms itself to your alignment."
Flayhara Magerie 01-04-04, 04:39 PM	She seen the tear of fire roll down his cheek, "Are you alright Aravilar, perhaps now is not the time...." She half smiles sympatetically to him.
kulideb 01-04-04, 04:43 PM	"Emm..Ok." The elf tried to clear her thoughts and empty her mind. She began to think of what would be useful, some thing small, but not to small , about the size of a cat. Some thing that can climb and creep about, but can still defend itself and help defend her! She began to move her hands, to form a shape. She began to feel the weight of it in her hands. She opened her eyes and gazed at the creature in her hands. "Well, not quite what I was expecting, but it is kinda cute...in an eight legged way."
aravilar_holistacia 01-04-04, 04:44 PM	It's more than nothing, so don't even try it. "Ah.... It's Kulideb. Just..." he trailed off. "I'm sure you don't want to hear about that."
Flayhara Magerie 01-04-04, 04:48 PM	She smiles, "Woman trouble huh? Just let her do her own thing, let her sort things out. She seems to like you Aravilar, give her some time to straighten whatever needs to be straightened in her mind alright?" She lightly pats his arm, "Your my friend and I wouldn't speak of anything but the truth to you." She smiles then hugs him, "So try to cheer up huh?"
Gene_Kynes 01-04-04, 04:48 PM	"Umbral Spider? Odd...taste, but I suppose it can help..." He then strokes the spider gently, smiling. "That done...do you mind...ah...one quick lesson, before he head back to the Material?" He then removes his gloves, watching her reaction.
kulideb 01-04-04, 04:55 PM	Kulideb looked at the spider and it sat there looking at her. "No , I think I need all the help I can get." she looked up and saw Gene take his gloves off, she raised her eyebrow but said nothing.
aravilar_holistacia 01-04-04, 04:58 PM	Aravilar did not move as the girl hugged him. "Thank you mellonamin..." "What is it you wished to tell me?" he asked. I'll bet Gene is trying to court Kulideb right now... snuggling up all cozy on the Shadow Plane... I'll bet he is planting those sweet shady kisses upon her neck right now... Aravilar clenched his fist. "Was there something you need?" Aravilar asked through tightly clenched teeth.
Flayhara Magerie 01-04-04, 05:02 PM	She let go and looks at him curiously then nods, a serious expression on her face, "Yes, there was. I was wondering," she looked down, "I er.. was.." she sighs and shakes her head. "This is hard.. I was wondering... if you.." She lets a cry of anger then regains her composure, "Do you know who took my tribe? I mean just before coming here, I found out my tribe was slaughtered, you wouldn't know by who would you?" A flaming sphere starts forming within the palm of her hand that she holds at her side.
aravilar_holistacia 01-04-04, 05:09 PM	Aravilar frowned and said, "Sadly, my lady, I know no more than you do on that." Kulideb seemed really interested in Gene, you know. Sounds like an elven maiden's dream... Flirty looks in secret... Sweet kisses in the night...
Gene_Kynes 01-04-04, 05:10 PM	"Do you realize why black has been considered a forbidden color? What things can you name that're black?" Without waiting for an answer, he begins. "A corpse, given enough time. The night, the time of weak-sight and predators. A Worg's coat. Blood, given enough time. Color means life, to most people. Draining color will drain life, so to speak...and I will teach you two techniques for just that." Gene moves his hands in a complex gesture....and soon, a flare of "negative image" light appears, white becoming black, black becoming white. The flare avoids Kulideb, but she can feel her breath being drawn from her. "Darkflare. It drains color from nearby enemies, and grants it to you." Then, with another complex gesture, some uttered, ancient Netherese words, a fireball of sheer darkness is launched into the distance. "Shades. Focus your mind's energy onto this plane, weave a deception of a spell with your words, shape the spell with your hands." Then...with a grin, he Shadowjumps back to the ship's wreck...and re-appears onto the physical ship, the light around him dying briefly...before he loses his aura of shadow. "Er...Flay? Where're you?"
Flayhara Magerie 01-04-04, 05:15 PM	She frowns, the fireball disappearing, and she sighs. "I'm sorry for troubling you Aravilar." She begins sobbing, "I shouldn't have brought it up, it still hurts so!" With that she runs out of the room and onto the deck of the ship. Ignoring anyone she passes as they glance at her funny. She stands at the back of the ships deck and lets a few fireballs fire from her palm, thinking angrily to herself, "When I find you, you will not..." she shakes her head at herself, "What am I doing? I don't behave like this. I am letting it get to me...." She turns herself invisable and heads back down to where she was drinking awhile ago.
aravilar_holistacia 01-04-04, 05:22 PM	Aravilar watched as a blue spell-laden figure walked past him. "I can see the Weave, Flayhara. Where are you going, invisible?"
kulideb 01-04-04, 05:23 PM	She watched Gene show her the gestures she would need and etched the words into her mind. There seemed so much to take in. She was about to say thank you when he disapeared. She looked down at the spider. "Well, I had better think of a name for you." The spider blended in to her cloak and the elf stood up, time to go back, time to talk to Aravilar. She closed her eyes and stepped forward and found her self on the deck of the ship back in the real world. She looked around and went to find the Elven lord.
Flayhara Magerie 01-04-04, 05:28 PM	She looks at Aravilar and sighs, "To drink myself silly. Do you mind?"
Gene_Kynes 01-04-04, 05:29 PM	She felt an invisible shoulder to her own unseen one..and sees the shadows slip fromt Gene. "You've a particular scent, a particular pattern of running, of walking...without even knowing it, everyone's more individualistic than they think. But...true individuals...they're what seperates a mob from a people. The more indivduals in a group, the more of a people the group is. The less individuals in a group, the sooner the people becomes a mob." He sighs. "Don't ever lose your individuality to the advice or words of others, Flayhara. Either way, what's wrong?"
Flayhara Magerie 01-04-04, 05:34 PM	Hearing Gene she smiles softly, "Back so soon? I was off to try and clear my mind. My mind betrayed me and made me remember. I don't want to remember Gene, I wish to foget it." She dispels her magic and shakes her head, "I..." A flaming sphere begins to form in her hand, "It angers me and yet I am sadened. I don't know which to feel."
aravilar_holistacia 01-04-04, 05:43 PM	Aravilar got up and walked out onto the deck. He leaned against the railing and looked out upon the fleet's white sails.
kulideb 01-04-04, 05:48 PM	The elf saw Aravilar she walked over to him. "My Lord, please dont be cross with me. The fleet need you to be focused right now." She looked over to the other ships. "Lets use this time to be friends, to get to known one another." The breeze caught her cape blowing it round her body, she looked back to Aravilar then turned and walked softly away.
aravilar_holistacia 01-04-04, 06:22 PM	Aravilar looked wistful. "I fear..." Why does so torment you so, Aravilar? She can obviously see how hopelessly in love you are... She should just tell you how she feels. Everyone else already knows what she feels... Why does she not tell you? I wish I knew what she was feeling... She is completely confused about all this. She should open her heart to you. I personally think she is completely, head-over-heels in love with you, Aravilar. As she spun about, Aravilar gasped slightly at her beauty. "Wait! Kulideb!" Aravilar called impulsively. "This is not going to go away if we ignore it... We need to talk about this without any distraction..." he said. "I know just the thing." Aravilar stepped up onto the rail around the deck and he steadied himself with small bursts of spellfire. He held his hand out to the small elf and he said, "Care to go for a flight? Spellfire has more uses than just battle and healing, you know," he added with a wink. ;) For once, Aravilar, you seem to be actually making some good moves. Maybe you two will be able to talk amongst the clouds? At the very least you'll know she's not in a dark corner with Gene...
Zollex 01-04-04, 06:25 PM	"Camaris, one more trick like that and I'll use you as a practice dummy!" Zollex patted his sword. "It would only be fair. Now, I'm going back to the other ship." He unpinned his brooch and took off his cloak. The half-elf then opened the light pack on his back and pulled out a fine blue cloak. He shoved the other cloak into the pack and put on the new one. He stood on the edge of the ship and climbed up on the railing, then jumped off. "Foamea," he said as he jumped. The cloak morphed into a set of brilliant blue-feathered wings and Zollex glided on them back onto the lead airship. He replaced the Wings of Flying in his pack and put his old cloak and brooch on.
Gene_Kynes 01-04-04, 07:03 PM	He mirrored her smile, and sighed. "How would you clear your mind?" He then clasps the hand with the flame in it...but oddly enough, the flame dies with a sizzle. "And why would you sow seeds of destruction, as your spells threaten to now? Memory is a cruel thing...it refuses to leave you." He then interlaces their fingers, and sighs. "You can easily wipe blood off your blade, but not off your hands. I learned this lesson all too well. Do not become a creature of instinct...do not become an animal. Be human. Or...whichever...race...you may be. Heh." "As for what to feel...feel both. You're not "supposed" to feel anything, you just feel it."
Flayhara Magerie 01-04-04, 10:13 PM	She looks down at their hands then up to him as he speaks. "I'm sorry Gene, its just that my tribe... is gone. It will never be anymore, I wish to find who did it. Though my heart says to leave it be and not look for it, them or whoever they may be. Gene its so hard, something you had the comfort of thinking back on is now longer your saftey net. I have no net now, that net lost forever in time. Only it is still there, or appears to be in my mind. That net is there, just not strong enough to hold me. If I fall, there will be nothing to pick me back up. My memories are there, but they at times are fuzzy." She looks down for a minute then back up to him, "I miss them all Gene, they were good people, but eventually they will fade like their bodies. I don't want that to happen, but I must realize that it will. I don't know how to accept that fact, that fact in which have abruptly shown me that my life was not like I thought at all." She shakes her head, her hair wisping side to side as she does so. "How cruel the world can be in which it enjoys such nature. How painful the memories that haunt me for life. How much I know that I do not know much." She turns to face Gene and once again embraces him, "How much I've realized in such amount of time that has killed many." She grows quiet then speaks again, "Gene, would you show me to a room so that I may rest and quiet myself? Perhaps we could talk more there."
Branth 01-04-04, 11:18 PM	Just before the Brown crosses into shadow he states. "I answer to no one but Agudo and Gene." On the Umbral Plane the Brown no longer appears as a dragon, but a slender 15 year old boy. His eyes seem to suggest he's much older then he appears. He ponders his own actions for a bit before taking a more direct approach at trying to reconnect his past with his present. o O(I still don't know how I can be a dragon and a boy at the same time. If only I could talk to one of them, maybe they could tell me? But that one dragon isn't going to let me anywhere near them.... But that one shadow said Gene has been here recently.....Maybe I'll see him here?...No...I tried that already.....Maybe I should just reappear on the ship in Boy form....possible.....must wait though)) ((OOC: Yes he's a studborn dragon. But he just went through puberty and we all know what hormones do to anything :rolleyes: Also a side note, several pages back Branth lost his memory due to a nasty knock on the head. Thus why he only answers to Agudo and Gene, they are the only two he remebers :D ))
Lady_Astrianna 01-04-04, 11:41 PM	She nods to Lady Hoot, gathering up her staff. The falcon that has landed on her shoulder she looks in the eyes, giving a smile. And with that, it flies off again. "I am done here; yes, I am done. Being one and with the Earth always ... humbles me, somewhat. You said the faeries in the lobby will show me to my classroom. Given time, once we are settled, I might like to have the classroom out in the forested areas. After all, I am a druid, and I am teaching a class about nature..."
Good Knight 01-05-04, 12:03 AM	Keldorn Fircam was in his element, he was going over war maps, checking supplies lists; battle tactics with the captains of the mixed armies. All in all he was pretty happy so far in the trip. With the exception of one thing Aravilar! Roomers were one thing to ignore, but more than once; people he trusted had come to him, saying the Aravilar was an emotional basket case. “I must speak to queen Elisa about Aravilar, it’s becoming a problem” He sent a page to go find her.
Messianica the Savior 01-05-04, 12:17 AM	>Hillsfar renamed the city of Redemption< Messianica road up proud of her good people. “My sisters and brothers I see you all have done well this day, purging the city of Hiilsfar.” She puts her hand on her heart, as she proudly speaks with her people. “Let it be know from this day forth, not as Hillsfar, But as the city of Redemption!” The people screamed her name and the name of the city. She looked down from her horse and put her hands together, in a prayer like shape. “You Savael my humble aid have done the most to serve are cause. I grant you the authority of Judge! Take these Red Wizards, and give them the choice of freedom, with us, and reject their magical ways or?” Messianica smiles at her friend. “Or Savael do with them in your righteous judgment” She then road off down the street “ooc very pleased Savael”:D
Let me tell you a Story 01-05-04, 12:24 AM	Emeraldeyes sat across from Keldorn in the ships war room. “Do you think Aravilar will need medical help for his outbursts? The crew says he hears voices in his head, and argues with himself, telling someone to be silent!” She wasn’t happy about this situation of having a mad Elvin Mage to deal with.
aravilar_holistacia 01-05-04, 12:31 AM	Aravilar heard Emeraldeyes and Keldorn talking in the War Room. He winked at Kulideb and said, "I seem to be a center of attention lately." He again held his hand out and said, "Let's go somewhere for a while..." He jumped down from the rail and held her hand. "Let's go somewhere we can talk." He bent his head down to kiss her hand before he said again, "We can go soaring though the clouds... 'Tis a beautiful sight... We can talk amidst the skies." -------------------- OOC: Name Attunement (Su)
Agudo Archmage 01-05-04, 02:01 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley ((BEFORE)) Kulideb had dropped a fireball on Agudo, with her proclamation that Aravilar wanted to be her husband.. Yet before he could even register his surprise she told him to think about it. “Think about it ?” Agudo said out loud, with surprise on his face. Yet Kulideb had left Agudo to do just that, and even Gene took off after her. But Aravilar interrupted everything, and yelled out for someone to be “quiet”. Causing him to frown now at Aravilar. But as if the whole ship had turned into the Love Boat…….. he just vanished as well to where ever Kulideb and Gene had gone. “And I thought it would be a black and white war!” He shakes his head and wonders if all this should concern him, of the safety of Kulideb Yet fate played one more hand and brought Mytus. Who showed Agudo several pages of a new language and then waited no time asking three questions. Feeling like a Genie he chuckled and spoke kindly to Mytus. “I don’t mind talking to you about are plans Mytus. I will tell you the last question first . You see, I suppose its no secret that we are “Not” going to attack the Zhents at the their Keep…. Sadly we may just end up saving them!” He rubs his short blond beard and continues. “You see we are going there to fight the besieging Messianica army, that is in turn fighting and laying siege to the Zhents….. Are plans cannot be shared at this time out in the open.” He puts his hand on Mytus shoulder and flashes a warm smile “Yet to answer your second question about the “why?”… Of the gates to the Zhents Keep… Dealing with only two entrances….. Two more are secret entrances that the common population has nothing to do with… Giving you the number you seek Mytus that being four” “Now as for the first question you asked about how many days. To be honest we have to pick up more people, and this may make a five to seven day trip; into a twelve day one.” He patted Mytus on the shoulder. “Forgive me but I must find Kulideb.” With that he was off looking for her , but then a ship messenger came and told him of Keldorn concern about Aravilar. “Tell Keldorn I will be there in a moment”. The Archmage then took out a fine-yellowed parchment and spoke some words. A blue and white magical light, wrote the words down, and then vanished into the hands of Kulideb. *The note said the following* Dear friend and student Kulideb…. Forgive me for not coming to you personally, but the war calls me, and I must deal with the preparations of such….Yet know your heart cannot be toyed with…. no matter how confident Aravilar may be… You know in your heart… that you Kulideb…. need time to grow, in your feeling for Aravilar…. That said… you are an adult and I will support what ever you decide…. All I ask is that you please remember what happen to Clare……when you make your choice… For Aravilar life is not one of stability…but of dramatic change… by powers… he is to afraid to stand up to. Your truly Agudo ((NOW on the Boat)) Agudo walks into the room of the planing of the war and tells Keldorn all he knows of Aravilar love problems ((AT THE SCHOOL)) Lady Hoot smiled in the way only enchanted owls can. "Then my new friend I shall alow you time to explor the school and the woods around you. If you need any thing you may come find me at the lobby."
kulideb 01-05-04, 04:41 AM	She looked over the side of the ship, it was a long way down. Could she trust this man to keep her safe? Her kissed her hand. She felt some thing tickle her hand, looking down she saw a note from Agudo, She read the note and sliped it into her belt. "I'll go with you, My Lord." she said taking his hand. The sky was indeed a wonderful sight. The elf looked back at their ships, sailing peacefully. "My Lord, I am drawn to you but I can not rush this. I know we go into battle but I have to belive we will survive. ." She reached over to him and took his hand in hers. " You are older than me, you are so sure of what you want out of life. My actions must seem like some one fumbling around in the dark, while you can see clear ahead." She looked into his eyes. "There is much I love about you, my Lord but there are also things I fear. I need to get to know you better and I think there are issues that you need to sort out too, may be to do with Keya." She looked back to the ships. "We must get back, there is still much to be done."
aravilar_holistacia 01-05-04, 04:51 AM	"Your actions and mine, Kulideb, are not different at all. You may think I have everything to clearly... Everything always seems so clear until it hits you..." He held her soft hands. "I am naught but suspended on love's silver wings." "And that is another reason why I am not as clear as you might think. There are no issues to discuss with... a spirit... She is with the gods in Arvandor now... And there is nothing I can do. "A thousand words could call through the ages, they fly to her... They reach her... And they are like talking to Ao. A thousand words fall on deaf ears." Aravilar began a slow, spiraling descent towards the ship. His still-boyish looks shone in the sunlight as he slowly set the small elf down on the deck of the ship. "I don't know what hold your spirit at bay... But it is your choice. I do not think the time it will take you to release your emotions can compare to the thousand years it took for me to release mine. Elven patience..." Aravilar smiled and said, "I can wait a little longer."
kulideb 01-05-04, 04:57 AM	As her feet touched the deck of the ship Aravilars words sunk into her mind. "My Lord, thank you." She stood on tip toes and kissed his cheek, his last few words ment a lot to her, more than the words I love you, as "I can wait a little longer" showed he respected her feelings.
aravilar_holistacia 01-05-04, 05:09 AM	Aravilar blushed a rosy red, and spellfire rose in his eyes slightly at the touch of her soft lips against his cheek. "Now all I have to do, melamin," Aravilar said, using the elven for the first time, "is figure out to do whilst I wait." Aravilar said, "I could always go joke around with Camaris..." He laughed. "Nothing could take my mind off of you now..." he said, and he gave her hand a squeeze. "I'll be waiting for you... I hope within a day or so you have made your conclusions... I have always wanted to take someone with me to Everes--" Aravilar stopped himself. Uh oh... Evereska... She is from Evereska... And we are going back there... Aravilar looked down and away, slightly embarrassed. He looked back up into her eyes, her blue eyes, and he said, "I hope you don't take too long... It has been naught but a minute and my heart is already aching to know the truth...!" He laughed.
kulideb 01-05-04, 05:18 AM	She smiled back at him, a sadness clouded her eyes as he started to mention Evereska. There would be time to tell him about that later, if she could bring herself to talk about it. She sent the dark thought away. "I had better go, Aa'menealle nauva calen ar' malta." With that she went back inside to find spider, but not without first glancing back at her Lord and smiling. ((may your ways be green and golden))
aravilar_holistacia 01-05-04, 05:40 AM	Aravilar winked as she stole a look back at him from the cabin doors. He sighed theatrically and said, "That was good." Well, was that good or what, Hanali? Keya? No voices answered, for they had completed their mission. Kulideb and Aravilar were... progressing. That was enough for the Lady Goldheart and her avatar. Aravilar went over to Camaris and Zollex. "Hiya! What is going on over here?"
aravilar_holistacia 01-05-04, 05:43 AM	Aravilar said, "We should be heading to Evereska soon, Camaris. And Zollex, we may get the rest of our troops." Aravilar was quite elated, for his recent accomplishment was truly that: an accomplishment.
Gene_Kynes 01-05-04, 06:07 AM	Nodding to her, his arms slipped around her and held them together tightly...and then, with a flash of gray, white, and black landscape...she finds herself in one of the ships few empty and unclaimed rooms, if she doesn't interupt the Shadowjump. Loosening his hold on her, he sighs. "Now...we talk." Seperating himself from her, Gene sits on the bed, looking up at Flayhara. "...They did not die in vain, Flayhara...a part of the tribe still exists within you, no? It doesn't matter whether the body is there...but if you remember them...then they're never truely gone." He sighs, removing his cloak with a flick of clasps. "Either way...Flay, don't be guilty, angry, or...sad, for too long. What would you have done, to those who had done this to your tribe? Would you kill all that they held dear to them? Would you to repay the spilled blood of your people with more blood?" His gaze seems...distracted, but then he glances up to her again. "In the end, the choice is entirely yours. You may've already made it. But think, to what end your revenge will take, before you take it. Benevolence to honor their spirits, or violence to avenge their deaths. And...I somewhat doubt they will fade away, Flay. Pain carves deep scars into the psyche, resulting in better memories than those of joy, than those of happiness or bittersweet sorrow. There's a reason I remember the story behind every scar on my body, but I wish I'd forget. But the more I wish to forget, the more I'm reminded of what my mind's avoiding." He then sighed, and traced pattern-like symbols over the cloth in his arms. Lots of stories here. "The...world never enjoyed such nature. Genocide is an unnatural thing, war an artificial disaster. It scars the landscape, lowers population quicker than most diseases, and often reveals how depraved living things can become to achieve their ends. If you'e talking about anthropology, however...most beings are acting as if war is a natural thing. I doubt they enjoy it, except for a malicious or sadistic few, or those too blinded by pride to realize what they're doing." He then sighed. "I may seem...awfully concerned about life, for someone who wears the cloth I do, but...hell. Leetah's preaching got t'me, I guess." He looks back up to her, with a bittersweet smile. "Anything else you'd like to talk about?"
Flayhara Magerie 01-05-04, 09:06 AM	She sits down beside him with a soft smile, "Thank you for enlightening me on the choice my mind has made. I see that it will not bring me any kind of peace at all." She rests her head on his shoulder and sighs a little, "Well I do not care to speak of that any longer as I believe everything that has been needed said on it, has already been said. I would like to continue to get to know you more. There is still a lot left unsaid about you, such as what you did to get me in this room. What was that and why was there a lack of colour to it?"
sculyblast 01-05-04, 11:00 AM	so my plans are bound to change.. mytus sat himself down on a nearby standing chair. we are attackinng Messianica, insead of the Zhent's.. hmzz.. messianica... I strangely recall that name, aldo I never abused someone with that name, who are you messianica.. are you... my rival? from what side heaven or hell? mytus took a look at the pages he just made.. few adjustment would just make it a new plan that would serve as well.. of course I know by myself the there would be 2 more secret entrances, but that seemed too obvious, and I must the the blue printes of the original plans, they are the actions that my pions will preform, I wonder which pion will serve me the best, for course aravilar is very vulnerable right now, I shouldn't wasted this oppertonity to get more out of him.. yess.... mytus made the adjustments on his pages and added a sixth page with the big tilte: morch dioxis Aravilar pork dibus meneatas ("the greates regret of aravilar to serve me" in koes ofcourse) so now that my plans are made, the only thing I have to do is remove the opponent's pions. and I will be among my ancestors sudden ly there sounded a very loudly "Muahahaha" is the silent halls and then it stopped
Flayhara Magerie 01-05-04, 11:49 AM	Hearing the loud, and what sounded like to her an evil laugh, she stands up and walks out into the hallway. Not seeing anything and the laugh gone, she shrugs and goes back into the room. She sits back down beside Gene, "That was odd wasn't it?"
sculyblast 01-05-04, 02:31 PM	(ooc) argghh!!! why is the edit bottum so close to the edit bottum!!! and why do I make so many typo's (must resist my own good part to help aravilar, must resist!!)
sculyblast 01-05-04, 02:37 PM	sorry happened again, please delete my last 2 post
kulideb 01-05-04, 03:15 PM	"Great" she muttered as she went looking for spider, they where playing a game of hide and seek, to help develop their communication skills. Spider had sent her an image of where he was hiding and now the elf was trying to find him. She sat down on a keg in the hold. Melamin, the word kept comming into her mind. She put her hand into a pouch at her belt and pulled out Agudo's letter, a small silver bell fell to the floor. Kulideb carefully picked it up and sat there looking at it, her mind turned to Clare and the day she had spent with Agudo's wife trying to cheer Clare up. Had Aravilar called her 'my love'. Just then some thing dropped down on her covering her face. The elf clawed at it a let out a scream! When she managed to pry it away from her face she found her self looking at spider, some how she just knew he was laughing at her. "I have a name for you," she said with as much dignity as she could while pulling bits of web out of her hair. "Shady, what do you think?" The spider sent back a feeling of happiness, she just hoped it was over his name and not because he had made her jump.
Gene_Kynes 01-05-04, 04:05 PM	He shrugs. "Not quite odd. The more you hear it, the less of a hold it has." Yawning, he falls back and stretches on the bed, interlacing his fingers behind his head as he stares up at the cieling. "How I got you here? Shadowjump...Kulideb also has this ability. It's using the Plane of Shadow as a doorway of sorts, jumping from one material shadow to another. The reason there was no color...well...all color was drained from the Shadow Plane...a long time ago. Back when it wasn't the Shadow Plane. Heh." He then tilts his head up to look at her. "Anything else of mine that draws curiousity from you?"
Flayhara Magerie 01-05-04, 04:10 PM	She looks down at him, "Oh! I didn't offend you by asking did I? Forgive me if I did.."she looks down, and fidgits with her fingers a moment. "I don't really have any more questions of you right now, do you have any for me?"
Gene_Kynes 01-05-04, 04:30 PM	Gene looked up, and frowned. "Why would you offend me? The beaty of your voice alone would quickly heal any old wounds you would've opened...but asking me about an ability I almost constantly use wouldn't offend me." He then sits up, and yawns again. "And...I'd rather learn things on my own. No fun if the answers are just handed to you, hmm?" He then thinks for a moment. "Well...I do have one question...what do you want to do now?"
Flayhara Magerie 01-05-04, 04:34 PM	She smiles, "Thank you for the compliment Gene. What to do now? Well, a drink would be nice or perhaps a walk around the airship would be nice. It's your pick, either is fine or both would be good." Flay closes her fist and then opens it with a small thin leather strap in her hand. She pulls her hair back then ties it up with the piece of leather. She turns and smiles at him.
Gene_Kynes 01-05-04, 04:42 PM	Nodding...she experiences another flash of colorless landscape, and then feels the faint breeze atop the ship's deck. "I never was big on drinking with the other gender. The one tool that grows sharper with every row is blunted beyond belief when it's wielder becomes drunk. So...a walk it is, then?" Smiling lightly, he then walks ahead of her slightly.
Flayhara Magerie 01-05-04, 04:48 PM	She smiles looking around her, "Yes, a walk would be perfect." She reaches ahead of her to Gene's arm and holds to the crook of his arm. "So, how far along are we to the battle and, if you don't mind me asking, what part are you playing in this?" Her eyes gaze up to him, then around her, and finally up to the sky. She smiles softly, then lowers her gaze to back in front of her. Her hand holding somewhat tightly to Gene's arm.
sculyblast 01-05-04, 04:54 PM	mytus puts away the papers and then searches for the others.
Gene_Kynes 01-05-04, 05:16 PM	A smile creeped across his features as he squeezed her hand slightly. "As far as I know...a week, or a little under. As for my role...well, I'll be doing what I do best. All I'm saying." Giving a smile and a wink, Gene then sighs. "And you?"
Flayhara Magerie 01-05-04, 05:20 PM	She smiles, "I'm here to aid in this battle, I was asked by someone, who will remain unknown, to come. They said there was a good chance, for someone like me, that I would lose my life. I agreed anyway as I know that all the help is needed that could be offered." She gives a light squeeze back and grins.
DiplomaticSorcerer 01-05-04, 05:28 PM	Camaris nodded to Aravilar. He glided over to his men's ship and landed on the deck. He casted a ghost sound in order to make his voice pervade the entire ship. "There're new troops coming to the fleet. I'm sure that they won't cause any trouble, but I want a patrol on deck at all times. Make sure to be on guard at all times." His orders were quickly carried out, and a group of 6 mages came out on deck, and took up position at the bow and stern of the ship.
aravilar_holistacia 01-05-04, 05:33 PM	Aravilar looked like he was completely carefree.... Nothing in the world could bring down his spirits! He said to Camaris and Zollex, "Evereska is not far now. I am going to split the fleet for a while... I have to send three ships to pick up the soldiers under Keldorn's command. That leaves the rest of us, the twenty-seven other ships, to go to Evereska and pick up my soldiers and Zollex's." With that, Aravilar walked down into the ship's hold on his way to the War Room. He watched as a shadow-spider scuttled about near Kulideb.[If she saw him,] He winked at her and continued to the War Room. He walked into the room and said, "Well, my lord Captain Keldorn, it is almost time to pick your troops up!" Aravilar then heard a scream coming from the room outside. He ran back out through the door and saw that Kulideb's spider had fallen onto her head. She managed to pull it off and Aravilar then said, "I have a feeling you are not happy about us returning to Evereska... Is it something you can talk about?" Aravilar looked seriously worried.
kulideb 01-05-04, 05:48 PM	She blushed when Aravilar came in he had heard her scream! She thought about his question, Evereska, she hadnt talked to any one about that. But if she wanted him to be honest with her then she would have to be honest with him. Her mind went back to her home and she felt tears well up in her eyes, she wanted to talk but some how she couldnt. She took a deep breath. "I have never been back, not since my mother and father were killed." She looked down at her hands. "They were so happy together but so diffrent. My mother is...was a sun elf and used to living in the city, my father was a wild elf, we lived in the forest, such a peaceful place. My mother would some times leave us and go int the city, but she always came back." A tear rolled down her cheek. "Now they are gone and its my fault, ...I'm sorry my Lord, I carn't go on..not yet." She wiped her eyes and looked at him. ((She will follow him in to the war room Have to go for now!))
Finwe 01-05-04, 05:53 PM	Flyback back on top of the ship, Ringon searches for Agudo or Gene, then upon finding the two of them, says "I have found something strange. There was a brown dragon underneath the ship, who wished to speak to one of you. His name was Branth, if that means aything to you." He then stares intently at the two...
aravilar_holistacia 01-05-04, 06:08 PM	Aravilar conjured two chairs and had Kulideb sit in one. He sat in the other and he put his hand on hers. "Whatever it is... You can tell me. I don't think it's your fault... But you can tell me whatever you wish." "Can't stand to see people cry... Most especially you. You're always so happy... Seeing you cry makes me feel just as bad."
Gene_Kynes 01-05-04, 06:19 PM	Gene nodded to Ringon. "Follow me, Flay." Grinning, he soon leads her to the edge of the ship's starboard side. "Flay, want you to know something." Deft hands checked his equipment, as if weighing every possible outcome. "If I was given a jewel, I wouldn't keep in my pocket all day. I wouldn't display it as a mere showpiece, or keep it in my blade as a trophy. I'd treasure it, and realize it for it's full worth." Then...satisfied with his check-up, he sits on the railing. "That jewel is you, Miss Magerie. If you happen to be the type who loves empty-headed "chivalrous" men protecting you from every harm that dares threaten you, sadly...you won't find that here. Life itself is dangerous. A life of adventure is more fufulling than a life spent hiding others from the beauty of enjoying life to it's fullest, and worrying of one's own safety. I'd dare not let any love of mine become a mere helpless damsel in distress...if I had wished you to remain sheltered, I would've asked you to withdraw from this war." He then smiles, and winks. "But I'm confident that you could protect yourself, and that if that barrier fell, I could protect you. With that little speech said...would you like to meet a dragon?" Grinning, he then falls back, sliding down the edge...until his back meets scale. "Wanted to talk?" Shifting to a more proper position, Gene seems to've been given a boost of self-confidence.
Branth 01-05-04, 08:38 PM	Having just reappeared out of the shadows, Branth (In dragon form) gets the start of his life. Something lands on his back just as he starts back out from undernieth the ship! Giving a loud roar he imediatly does a back flip to try and dislodge whatever landed on him. He swivels his head and red glaring eyes meet "Gene!" He stops mid flip and hangs upside down for a fraction of a second before twisting back into the upright position. "We....I mean I have....umm....We've been looking for you I think." His Bright red eyes now have a swirl of blue in them as he looks at Gene.
Gene_Kynes 01-05-04, 11:01 PM	Gene's hands cling onto the scales, his knees squeezing to remain on the dragon while it turns upside down. "That...isn't good. A dragon who can actually hide in plain sight, looking for someone like me. May I ask why?"
Agudo Archmage 01-05-04, 11:39 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley ((OOC Not sure if Kulideb and Aravilar are in the War Room? Her last post said she would follow Aravilar back to the War Room….But Aravilar just magically made some chairs but didn’t say where he was??????????) “The Archmage of Light sat down and tried to rest the fears of the Emeraldeyes and Keldorn and the Queen. “I am sure Aravilar is just under pressure, do to the manipulation of his so called deities” Agudo and Messianica had one thing in common, they believed that Mystra, Bane and all the other pantheons; were just powerful mortals...who gained enough power not to die… But as far as he was concerned not true gods. He held up his hand, before anyone made a comment, on his lack of belief in the other religions. “The point being…Aravilar at this time should still be a capable General.”
aravilar_holistacia 01-05-04, 11:43 PM	OOC: I'm outside the War Room in the storage hold with melamin Kulideb, Agudo.
Finwe 01-06-04, 12:01 AM	Without further ado, after alarming Gene, Ringon flies back up to teh mast to talk with the lady angel, who had been waiting patiently for him all this while.
Flayhara Magerie 01-06-04, 12:57 AM	She smiles, "I do not want to be sheltered dear Gene, I wish to blossom like a rose in spring. Asking for someone to shelter me and protect me every second would be the same like me asking you to make me a slave I do not wish that. I only ask that you are there for me when I need you the most, to be there on my last breath, and to give me a smile." She shakes her head, "No, I have met plenty of dragons in my time, though perhaps some other time. I have grown very tired as I have neglected sleep in three days." Flayhara then turns and walks back down to the empty room that Gene had taken her to earlier. She locks the door behind her, changes her outfit to her most loose fitted and soft one, then crawls into bed for a much needed rest.
Angel Elf 01-06-04, 01:10 AM	Angel had almost given up hope when Ringon had returned. “I see it wasn’t a dream, you have come back to me” She flutters her wings and smiles slyly “Tell me of yourself Ringon, what is your life like?”
Let me tell you a Story 01-06-04, 01:26 AM	Emeraldeyes was perturbed at Aravilar inability to concentrate, when he was in love with Kulideb. For he had walked into the War Room, then ran out as soon as his love interest called. “I must disagree Agudo, for Aravilar seems to me more agitated and distracted by the moment. I believe we should talk with him, about his? Problems!”
Elvin Queen 01-06-04, 01:36 AM	Elisa the Queen was leaning on the widow, allowing her royal eyes to wonder. The sky hue was lovely this high up, yet as much as she tried; reality brought her back to the war room. She turns to the others Keldorn, Agudo, and Emeraldeyes/ “I can not let you sully a fellow Elf’s good name, granted Aravilar has had his moments. But as his Queen and an Elf, I must protest! His blood would not allow him to go mad” She stops and try’s to find an explanation, becoming more upset at her lack of finding one. “He is an Elf! I just wont believe he has gone mad!”
aravilar_holistacia 01-06-04, 01:42 AM	OOC: Yes Aravilar is going mad... Mad with love! :love: Seriously though, since so many people have gone crazy over this... Here is the PM I originally sent to Kulideb for your reading pleasure. Originally sent by aravilar_holistacia to kulideb I was wandering through several of my bookmarked sites when I stumbled upon one of the inspirations for the story of Aravilar. Aravilar as he is now is completely different than what I had originally envisioned when I began he character. This song, "1000 Words", was probably the basis for the entire failed relationship side of my elven wizard. During the music video, a girl tries to stop her lover from using a cannon to kill some soldiers. When she raises her arms in front of the cannon's barrel, her boyfriend stops the start-up sequence on the weapon. He comes down from the cannon and she runs to him. They embrace, and as they do, the soldiers form a firing line. The couple knows they are about to be executed. A tear falls from the girl's eye, and her lover holds her close. The soldiers fire, killing them both. As they fall to the ground, the camera focuses on another tear falling from her eye. They hit the floor in slow-motion, and the boyfriend tries to grab her hand. He dies before he can reach far enough. She dies soon after, after watching her lover fade away, his eyes unfocusing. ---------------------------------------- I know that your hiding things Using gentle words to shelter me Your words were like a dream But dreams could never fool me Not that easily I acted so distant then Didn't say goodbye before you left But I was listening You fight your battles far from me Far too easily "Save your tears cause I'll come back;" I could hear that you whispered as you walked through that door But still I swore To hide the pain, when I turn back the pages Shouting might have been the answer What if I cried my eyes out and begged you not to part But now I'm not afraid to say what's in my heart Cause a thousand words Call out through the ages They'll fly to you Even though I can't see I know they are reaching you, suspended on silver wings Oh a thousand words A thousand embraces Will cradle you Making all of your weary days seem far away They'll hold you forever Oh a thousand words Have never been spoken They'll fly to you They'll carry you home, and into my arms Suspended on silver wings And a thousand words Call out through the ages They'll cradle you Make all of the lonely years to lonely days They'll hold you forever. --------------------------------------- Almost brings a tear to my eyes. A similar thing happened, as I noted in Aravilar's character sheet. Excepting the fact that he lived after the attack on he and his wife. Now, Aravilar is searching for stability in life. Clare was perfect in all respects... But she was human. Humans are too frail, too fleeting, for a creature such as Aravilar. Keya returned, and yet she was gone so quickly. Aravilar would have been completed again had she stayed, but she was taken back to Arvandor by the gods as a favor to Aravilar (or so the gods thought). Now Aravilar thinks he may be able to end his meaningless longing. What is yet to be determined is if Kulideb will respond in kind. For us, we must know a certain fact. Aravilar is truly in love with Kulideb. He is being troubled, however, by the voices of Hanali (the elven goddess of love, in red text) and his risen wife (in pink text). While the two extraplanar beings want the best for Aravilar, his mind is twisting their words into terrible blasphemies. It is as if he is being taken by his shadow-self. He is not seeing the good in things anymore (which is why his is coming closer to becoming CN). Again, Aravilar truly and honestly is in love with Kulideb. He truly believes he can make something of this feeling... He is plagued by his own conscious mind. What if she rejects me? What if she doesn't love me in return? he is thinking, half-formed thoughts running through his head. *looks up at how long message is* Well, now that the story is laid out, we need to see this one through. As a parting thought, Aravilar's life is "suspended on silver wings" of love. If love is taken from him, he will be a shell of his former self. Choice is yours, my lady! Aravilar (:weep: I'm listening to this song as I type. It's really saddening...:weep: )
aravilar_holistacia 01-06-04, 02:48 AM	Aravilar sat in the chair while Kulideb worked up the courage to talk. He began to think thoughts he had thought before only once... Fleeting words of a long lost love... I'm sure that the heart I left behind still lies hidden in the heart of the deep, deep forest. Exhausted, without the strength to search people vanish into the infinite darkness If it's so small, I wonder if I can see it even now? As we live on, we lose a little bit more. Shrouded in falsehoods and lies, we stand frozen to the spot, unable to cry out The days pass by and change, without us even realizing how blue the sky really is. Overcoming that made-up scheme, we live the present, and our rusted hearts begin to beat again! If we can find the rhythm of time, we can fly once again We live our lives wandering to the ends of the earth. Believing (in you?), now I begin my journey with you, in search of the light. As we live on, we lose a little bit more. Shrouded in falsehoods and lies, we stand frozen to the spot, unable to cry out We live our lives wandering to the ends of the earth. Closing off the way back, we walk on for eternity. He shook his head to clear the thoughts. Quietly awakening... I always, always wish that these fleeting thoughts would reach you... Unable to move forward across "just a little more" distance The way I see before me is always blocked Every time the days I want to see you but can't pile up, My strong heartbeat turns into heartbreak. If there is such a thing as "eternity," I want to believe, even if I have to take the long way. Although I know that I've been hurt before because I'm clumsy I won't stop; I won't give in to anyone. I think of you and that alone is enough to make the tears start to flow now I always, always wish that these fleeting thoughts would reach you... I've known all too well about pretending to be strong. But since then, my doubts have vanished. There's definitely things I want to show you And so many words I want to hear I want to see all sides of you, when you laugh and cry So I'll stop waiting and seize my chance. I think of you, and I feel like that alone is enough to make my heart grow stronger. I always, always wish that these fleeting thoughts would reach you... I think of you and that alone is enough to make the tears start to flow now My distant voice can't reach you now, but so that someday it definitely will... But those were the words I had said to Keya back in the beginning... Why am I remembering them now? Aravilar shook his head again and squeezed Kulideb's hand. "Whatever happened in the past is over now... We shouldn't dwell in what has been. But, whatever it is, you can tell me." Aravilar shifted uneasily in his chair. Should I not be saying those words to myself? I'm the one thinking long-lost thoughts...
sculyblast 01-06-04, 04:57 AM	mytus joined with Keldorn, Agudo, the Queen and Emeraldeyes, being utterly happy "So what is going on, I was a bit busy this morning"
kulideb 01-06-04, 05:33 AM	"You are right the past is past, but some times it has a habit of haunting us.But for now we must leave the past were it is, I think you were needed in the war room, my lord." She stood up and held out a hand to him. "The others on these ships need you to be focused on the up comming battle."
aravilar_holistacia 01-06-04, 05:42 AM	Aravilar took her hand. "The battle in our hearts is ne'er finished, my lady," Aravilar pointed out. Aravilar sighed then. His eyes were glowing blue, a testament to his water elemental nature. "There is much to do... And yet I can never truly be focused on it until I know what you feel." Aravilar smiled and said, "I'm sure they understand the perils of love, they in that War Room." He stood. "Do you really think I should go back in there?" He paused and said, "Will you be alright?" He looked worried about leaving her while she was upset.
kulideb 01-06-04, 05:55 AM	"I will be fine my Lord, and yes you should go back in there." She smiled at him and called out to Shady. "I had better get back to trying to train him, till later my Lord." The spider shadow jumped. "I think we are still playing hide and seek, I had better go find him."
aravilar_holistacia 01-06-04, 06:01 AM	Aravilar held out his hand and a small, periwinkle-blue flower appeared. "Luincoria, melamin," he said to Kulideb. "Matches your eyes..." he said as he slipped the flower behind her ear. He stepped back and said, "More beautiful than ever." He began to walk away, but he turned slowly and looked back at her. "Will we talk later?" he asked, his eyes seemingly liquid with tears... but it must've been his elemental nature again.
kulideb 01-06-04, 06:06 AM	The flower was so pretty. "Amin harmuva onalle e' cormamin." With that she jumped into the shadow world. ((I shall treasure your gift with my heart.))
aravilar_holistacia 01-06-04, 06:34 AM	Aravilar watched as the girl entered the realm of shadow. "Seems like the only way I'm going to win her heart is if I save her life or something... And that won't be too difficult, considering in four days we will be in battle..." he thought aloud. Aravilar walked into the War Room still troubled by his recent relapse of thought. "Why hello again, Keldorn and Emeraldeyes. Hello to you as well, Mytus." He bowed to the Queen. "My lady." "Keldorn, you are to go with three ships to the pickup site of your troops within the hour. Go ahead and get your troops... And meet us in the Stonelands of Cormyr in three days." Aravilar said, "The rest of the fleet will be headed to Evereska to pick up the army there." The water-mage sighed and said, "I know what you all have been saying about me... Mystra's name attunement grants me that... I know how awkward this must look to someone who is non-Elven," he added for the benefit of the humans. He looked over at the Queen. "You and I both know that when an Elf truly loves someone, their souls are bonded with powerful magic by Hanali the Goldheart. "Keya's soul and mine..." Aravilar began to say, but he stopped himself.
sculyblast 01-06-04, 06:46 AM	mytus just look aravilar dominating in his eyes, hoping to inflict a feeling of guilt
aravilar_holistacia 01-06-04, 08:19 AM	Aravilar looked back at Mytus with a sad glare. "It is an Elven thing."
Branth 01-06-04, 09:33 AM	Gene's hands cling onto the scales, his knees squeezing to remain on the dragon while it turns upside down. "That...isn't good. A dragon who can actually hide in plain sight, looking for someone like me. May I ask why?" Still looking at Gene he says "A Dragon? I'm not a dragon I'm a boy. Well at least We think I am.... We have no clue how I can hide like that. I came to ask you. See you and Agudo seem to be the only two people We can remeber So I hoped you could tell me who we...I mean I am." He pauses, then adds. "Maybe this would be easier to talk about on the ship yes?"
Agudo Archmage 01-06-04, 09:57 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The Archmage of Light tried to be diplomatic. “I for one respect your heritage Queen Elisa, the Elves have been a source of artistic inspiration for millennia’s.” He taps his fingers on the table, his blue and white sleeves of his robe, rustling along the finely made Elvin table. “Yet with all do respect I agree that we should be slow to judgment of are friend. But I can not ignore the wise concerns of the council.” He looks at Emeraldeyes and Keldorn. “They do not hate nor seek the embarrassment, of Archmage Aravilar. Like me they only seek the truth, and that must come from Aravilar himself.” As if on cue Aravilar walks in, and informs Keldorn that he will meet up with his RadiantHeart troops farther east. By taking a few of the Elvin Flying ships with him. But then Aravilar gave a quick explanation of his mood swings, blaming Elvin blood. “Greeting respected friend Aravilar” Agudo said this to emphasize his position and respect. More for the Queen sake than Aravilar’s. He met every word but tensions were growing, and Agudo did not want this to be about race. “I believe that would be wise Admiral Aravilar, for that will save time in gathering the last of are troops.” He looks at Keldorn his old friend and smiles. “You did say Keldorn, that it would take "You" to get your Knights on these flying ships. For as well all know, no matter how brave a warrior is, they like their feet on the ground” Agudo laughed and continued. “Yet my friend Aravilar I have explained your situation to the counsel. Never the less they do have some concern on your…. Ability to stay focused.” He leaned back and rubs his short blond beard. “Its not your military capabilities we are worried about…. It’s the fact that the troops have seen you…well! Arguing with your self.. or someone? In any case, the morale of the troops is being effected by this’ The Archmage of Light stands and walks over to Aravilar., putting his hand on his shoulder. “ We all know of the manipulation… of so called deities… that have taken your wife Keya…shockingly right after they brought her back to you…. Hurting your relationship with Clare as well….. But the woman and men on this ship, are about to give their lives in battle…They need to see you confident…and in control of your emotions”
aravilar_holistacia 01-06-04, 10:12 AM	Aravilar smiled knowingly. "I am in full control of my emotions, my lord Agu--" As if you could get rid of a goddess, Aravilar. Aravilar was stopped in midsentence. He looked very shocked and all the color drained from his face. He cleared his throat. "--my lord Agudo. We should really be focused on the battle at hand." I'm still here too Aravilar... I am worried about you... Why do you pursue a hopeless cause? Your soul is already bound to mine... You can't ever truly love Kulideb, you know that... Aravilar did not make any movements to acknowledge the voice of Keya... although his eyes became liquid with tears from hearing her voice. "I hope we can all get over my personal life and get back to war?" I'm really lonely here, Aravilar... Why don't you come to live with me, here in Arvandor? Aravilar's lip quivered with suppressed tears... I really miss you, Ava... Tears of blue fire ran down his face and still he did not make any movement. I wish I could see you... Wish you could hold me in your arms again... More blue tears. Aravilar wiped his face and said, "We should start to prepare the troops for battle." He was still dripping fiery tears.
sculyblast 01-06-04, 10:26 AM	when seeing aravilar drop his tears, mytus had a hard time not to smile, you bight even notice some movement around his mounth "so all you tell us here are just lies!" mytus exclamed "after all the time we trusted you, you just don't mind what we think anymore, the only thing you still care about is you own profit, isn't it. and now you are totally confussing kulideb with all your "love" just to loose her and your profit would be bigger, well I tell you aravilar I am not fooled by you any more!" then mytus shut up the fools, they may even think I am serious, I hope this leaves a good scar on Aravilar's soul.. yess
sculyblast 01-06-04, 10:33 AM	please ignore
aravilar_holistacia 01-06-04, 10:34 AM	Aravilar looked to Mytus and said, "When you know true love, Mytus, you may understand." That's what we had... What we have, Ava.
Finwe 01-06-04, 04:36 PM	Ringon finds a comfortable space in the mast, then, taking a deep breat beforehand, begins to speak in a soft but easily audible voice: "Well, I was born years ago to two wonderful parents; my mother, a gray elf named Theralinsala, who I never knew because she died at my birth, and my father, Karalthraxin, who was a silver dragon living on the dragon coast. When I was growing up, many dragons would make fun of me for having "impure blood," as I was half elven. However, my father protected me from them, but at the price of me being constantly secluded in his lair. Although he was not entirely keen about me living in his lair: when I was a young adult, I was playing in his treasure room, when I found a set of books, detailing the enhancemnts of the body and mind. As I later found out, they were magical, but their magic was used on me after I read them. When my father found out, he sent me away. After spending years in his cave, I couldn't be more estatic. I became a wanderer, joining adventuring parties here and there. Of the most notable adventures was my assult on a layer of the abyss. We had ammassed a huge army, and taken over much of the plane. Once we slew the lord of that layer, a fiend by the name of Balgir, I found an interesting book in his sactum. Being a demon, he had not been able to open it, for the gods had enchanted it thus so that it could not be used by one so corrupt. In it was hidden the art of chronomancy, a secret long aog lost. After the battle had eneded, I left and begin to wander through time. I spent almost one thousand years in the past, exploring. I met aravilar for the first time, but only briefly. Eventually, having won enough money to repay my father, I journeyed back to him. On the way, I got into a tangle with a wing of chromatic dragons, heading for the coast. Hurriedly, I went back to my father and alerted the dragons. The battle was long and tiring. At one point, my father was almost killed by a balor lord. Before I could do anything, a great cloud of cold enveloped them. Suddenly, I found Aravilar and a team of Harpers who had been trailing the demons. We managed to route them after that, and then Aravilar and I became good friends. This was barely two months ago, but afterwards, upon hearing of the need of warriors for this," he waves his hand around at the ships, "Karalthraxin wanted to come and help to repay our debt. And so here I am now, talking with you, and a blessing from the gods it is." After shifting his position a little agian, he asks Angel, "how did you come to be here?"
aravilar_holistacia 01-06-04, 05:31 PM	You know... deep down, in the farthest reaches of your heart... You still have feelings for me, Ava. ...I know. I still love you with every fiber of my being... my heart is still with you... I don't think that will ever go away. You're probably right. I wish I could see you... hold you again.... ...Is that possible? It is only possible if you will it to be so, Aravilar. Aravilar continued to speak. "The rest of the army will meet up with you in the Stonelands of Cormyr, lord Keldorn." I cannot. Even you should know by now that soulbinding is forever, Aravilar. I know how deep soulbinding attaches our souls together as Elves, my lady. And yet you still deny Keya, your one true love, her only wish: to return to the only place she feels safe. That place is with you. "After we meet up again, we can swing around the Dalelands and then sail clear up the River Tesh until we reach Zhentil Keep." You are only tormenting her heart by proclaiming false love. Do you really think it's false love when you can't soulbind? Of course. What would you have me do? Let me return to the world of the living, Ava... I really miss you... I can't stand not being with you... You see, Aravilar? Soulbinding is not a mortal magic. It is my magic. It binds two people so closely that even distances can ache the hearts of the binded. I do not see what this tells me. What possible thing can I do? It is your mind that is keeping her here. What are you talking about? With your mind is she kept in Arvandor. She is straining beyond mortal bounds to return to you... Only if you release your worries and sorrows will she ever be able to return to you. Why won't you let me come back, Ava? It's not that... you know what my heart feels for you... I confess... Every moment my mind is not focused on something it is thinking of you... Every thought I think that is not about you is a burden I carry... Is that what I really think? Aravilar's subconscious thought. Then your decision is clear. What decision is that? Here are your choices: 1) Release your emotions and bring back your love or... 2) Forsake your soulbinded mate and live forever in guilt. ...Not much of a choice, is there? No one ever said love was easy, Aravilar.
Gene_Kynes 01-06-04, 06:31 PM	Gene arched a brow. "A boy you say? Odd. Right then, onto the ship." Then, leaping into the air with unusual height, Gene uses his cloak's animation to tie itself to a railing, pulling him towards the ship. Landing rather roughly from the momentum of the cloak's pull, the 'Dancer brushes himself off. Thoughts drifted, as he awaited the dragon. He never trusted anyone, or anything...seeds of disbelief and treachery were still planted in his mind. Everyone had to have a motive. Everyone. If the dragon so much as threatened the Kiss of Sand awaited on his throwing daggers...finely tempered to the point of being considered 'shuriken'. A little beauty sleep never hurt everyone, even the blind guard-dogs on this ship.
Branth 01-06-04, 06:47 PM	After Gene gets off the dragon flies closer to the deck. His face seems to scrunch up in concentration and the air around him shimmers. the dragon grows smaller and does a back flip as his shape changes. Just as the smaller dragon seems to land on the ship the light gets to bright to look at. With a flash where the dragon stood now stands a brown haired boy with strange red/blue eyes. Scars zig zag across all the skin that is visable. Standing just a hair shorter then Gene he looks directly in to Gene's eyes and says. "Yes...yes this is much easier. We... I mean I have been seeking you out for a while now. We....I mean I was hoping either Agudo or yourself could tell me who the heck I am and why I can do the stuff I do." The boy seems honestly confused.........
Flayhara Magerie 01-06-04, 07:31 PM	She slept for a hour before sitting up abruptly from a bad dream. Sweat poured from her forehead and she throws the blankets off of her from being to hot. Slowly she sits with her back against the wall and her knees drawn up to her chest. Her chin rested on her knees and she sighs. "I had hoped things would change so that I may have gotten some rest. Many nights have been wasted walking the woods and forests alone due to my sleepless nights. This is not fair to my body. I do not know of Gene's powers or abilites, but Aravilar might be able to help me." She looks around the room and speaks outloud to herself, "Then I'm going to go ask Aravilar to put me to sleep. Hopefuly that will work...."
aravilar_holistacia 01-06-04, 07:54 PM	Oh, Aravilar... I knew you still loved me... "--Aravilar to put me to sleep. Hopefuly that will work...." Aravilar heard Flayhara's words. "I take my leave of you for now," he said to the people in the War Room. "I will see you in Cormyr, master Keldorn." Aravilar walked out into the hold and up the stairs into the-- Ava... I can't wait to see you again... melamin... I can't wait to be in your arms again... Aravilar knocked on a door in the hallway, and waited for Flayhara to answer. Oh... Ava... I knew you would come back for me... ...I don't know what to say. Say that you love me... Say that you will come back for me... Ava... ...I want to.
Flayhara Magerie 01-06-04, 08:02 PM	She looked up, hoping it would be Gene coming to visit. She stands up, straightening her hair and then opens the door. Flayhara soaked in sweat and in her loose silky night dress she looks up to Aravilar, "Oh, hey... I was just thinking of you. I need your help Aravilar." She steps back from the door and opens it wide enough for him to step in and not allow anyone to see her. "My dreams keep me awake. For three nights I haven't slept at all no matter how hard I try. Can you help me?" After he walks in she closes the door behind him. She then walks to the bed and sits down on it. Her eyes look up to him, with a very tired look.
aravilar_holistacia 01-06-04, 08:12 PM	"There are many forms of help, my lady," Aravilar said. "Sleep is an easy solution to problems," he told Flayhara. I remember falling asleep in your arms... "I think a more organized search for the source of your nightmares is in order." "There are spells I can weave that will allow me access to your dreams... For it is there that the problem lies." Good thing there is no more problem for us, correct, Ava? "If you will allow me, I can see what the problem is. But you must be absolutely willing. If you are even slightly afraid, reluctant, or secretive, the spell will fail and reject my mind."
Flayhara Magerie 01-06-04, 08:16 PM	She nods to Aravilar, "I am willing for you to do anything that you need to do in order to help me be rid of this."
aravilar_holistacia 01-06-04, 08:34 PM	"Then by the grace of Sehanine let me find the problem..." Don't pry too deeply, melamin... Surrounded in darkness... voices calling out to her mind. She looks around but no one is there, the darkness soon drifts apart and she finds herself hanging onto a cliff. More voices echo out over the cliff, but again there is no one there. She can no longer hold on and lets go.... Aravilar was bodily pushed back from her about two feet by the sheer emotional power of the dream. "The past is past, the future is now, Flayhara," Aravilar said in a calm voice. "Even with your memories of the past gone... you can still have fears of the unknown, spiraling future." He reached out to put his hand on her shoulder-- Ahem. --and he pulled away sharply. "You are not going to be lost... not while I am the commander of this army, not while the powers that have coalesced here this day are alive. Agudo and the others will not let anything happen to you."
Flayhara Magerie 01-06-04, 08:42 PM	She looked at him a bit oddly from drawing his hand quickly away. She then sighs and looks down, "Aravilar, everything I've ever known or even remotely cared about has been pulled from my grasp. I try to hold it tight, but it still gets pulled away. My heart can't handle much more. These things that are being pulled away are the very things that keep me sane, the very same that offers my life a touch of colour. My life now seems to grow dim as each thing continues to be pulled from my loving arms, they each taking a part of me with them. Aravilar, I soon fear I will no longer know myself anymore. I feel I am halfway there." She sits back further on the bed, her legs crossed indian style, her hands folded neatly in her lap, and her eyes looking up to him for some relief or answers.
aravilar_holistacia 01-06-04, 09:00 PM	"I do not know much about you my lady. "However, there is one who knows more. Gene." Aravilar smiled and said, "I believe he truly cares for you." The water-mage stood. "I will go get him, if you wish."
Flayhara Magerie 01-06-04, 09:04 PM	She looks up at him, then turns her head, "I don't know if even he could help me. I thought you knew me from long time ago right or did we not spend much time together? Anyway, if you think it best to go get Gene, then please be my guest. However I still wish to know how I am ever to get any rest."
aravilar_holistacia 01-06-04, 09:25 PM	"Sometimes the words of a select friend can mean more than the words of an old one," Aravilar explained. "Whatever words your Gene might use are far beyond what meaningless banter I could spout forth from my troubled mind." Not for long, my love! Soon we will be together again! Aravilar smiled and turned away. "If anyone knows the words that will put you at rest, it is that shade of the night." Aravilar walked back onto the deck of the ship and saw Gene. "My lord of shadows, there is a maiden awaiting you downstairs. I believe the violet-haired is in need of some words only you can speak." With that, Aravilar sighed and said, "I will be gone for some time, my lord shade. Do with this information as you will, for I am going to the elven homeland once again. I am going to Arvandor." Aravilar sighed yet again and said, "Seldarineaamin, sana amin tuulo'palurin en firimarea. Lava amin ele melamin au'." <<My elven gods, take me from this world of mortals. Allow me to see my love again.>> A beam of light shone brightly upon the archmage, and he was spirited away on silvered wings.
Flayhara Magerie 01-06-04, 09:29 PM	She nods to Aravilar, watches him leave, then sits and waits for Gene to come down to speak with her. She sighs, "What if it doesn't help? I guess I won't have lost much after its all said and done."
DiplomaticSorcerer 01-06-04, 09:44 PM	Camaris made his way to the war room. He opened the door, and entered jauntily, as usual. His footsteps seemed to be the only sound in the room. He stopped when he came to Agudo. "I have secured my men's ship by posting a patrol. I have told them to be on the lookout for trouble, and to ready themselves for combat. Is there something else that I can do to serve you and the queen in order to prepare for the upcomng battle, or may I familiarize myself with all information pertaining to the battle? I would much like to have a map of the keep and the surrounding area, so as to put my men in the most effective position possible. Are there any spare maps? Oh, and if you would be so kind as to grant me information on what kinds of creatures we should expect to try to liberate the keep from, I would be very grateful."
aravilar_holistacia 01-06-04, 10:07 PM	IN ARVANDOR --------------------------------------------------------------- Aravilar opened his eyes inside of a white castle of marble and stone. He looked around nervously... And there she was. She came running towards him, her short blue skirt rippling behind her as she ran. Her shoulder length chestnut hair moving with the wind of her rush. Most of all... Her mismatched green and sapphire eyes shining brightly into Aravilar's own. "Aravilar melamin!" she cried out as she ran closer and closer. "Amin sinte Seldarine koluva n'alaquel a'amin!" <<My love, Aravilar! I knew the gods would bring you back to me!>> She crashed into her love, embracing him tightly. Tears leaked from her liquid pastel eyes. "I thought I would never see you again..." She sniffed. "I thought we were separated forever..." she cried as she laid her head down upon his shoulder. Aravilar reluctantly returned her embrace and said, "Forever is a long time... longer than the gods would allow." She looked up into his eyes and said, "I knew you would come... I always knew you would never leave me..." He said, "I am troubled beyond words right now." A woman with long blond hair and a silver dress approached the couple. "It was only a matter of time before the Herald of Spells came back to his love, was it not?" the woman said. Aravilar released Keya and bowed to the woman. "My lady Hanali." As Aravilar rose from the gesture his elven maiden wrapped an arm around his waist. "My lady, my affairs are at a flashpoint. We are at war. I cannot be troubled by the constraints of love until after this conflict," the spell-major said. "But in the face of adversity does one find his true nature," the goddess replied, her face curling into a smile. "Come, Aravilar! Let's go walk in the gardens..." Keya said, beaming up at him. The mage had no choice but to follow.
Gene_Kynes 01-06-04, 10:11 PM	"...Aravilar?" Staring up after the Archmage being taken by silvered wings...Gene sighs. Bloody hell. He then glanced to Branth. Gene didn't seem suprised to see the boy's height, or changes at all... "Word...of caution, Branth. Eventually, you may find someone who controls your mind without meaning to, one who steals your wit without knowing their acts, and one who intoxicates you with their presence without motive. Even though love is comparable to a flame, growing only stronger in the harsh winds...'tis best to shield the fire from the gales and storms until the fire has enough strength to preserve itself." And with those words...Gene dissapeared, re-appearing in the hallway outside of her room...and soon a brisk knocking came upon her door. Mad? Dissapointed? Sad? I was only gone for a few minutes...and yet if she called for me, she must've been distressed. Independent type, usually. But why're my shadows getting bolder with Aravil? To the point of stalking him to another's territory, and then letting that shadow take over?
Branth 01-06-04, 10:18 PM	He sighs as Gene Shadow jumps away. "Well at least we know my name now. I must be Branth." He looks around the ship for something to do. Seeing nothing that will help him he slumps up against the outside wall and watches the clouds roll by.......
Good Knight 01-06-04, 11:07 PM	Keldorn Firecam was sadden at the sight of Admiral Aravilar, he had some hope that the Queen was right. That Aravilar wasn’t going mad or? Whatever it was that was causing him to loose control. When the Arch Mage Aravilar left the room in tears, un able to finish a sentence, as if he was trying to talk out his thoughts. Keldorn looked at Queen Elisa and shook his head, as he let out a long sigh. “I am truly sorry your highness, but it is obvious he can no longer hide his problems; even as he try’s to say he is fine” Keldorn walked up to the Queen. “Your race is respected by my Order, yet Aravilar will endanger the troops they will see him cry or talk to? Well to whatever it is!” The Knight paused then spat out the words that he found troubling. “Aravilar must be relived of duty before it’s to late”
Elvin Queen 01-06-04, 11:13 PM	Elisa wasn’t happy about what she was told and yet what else could she do? Keldorn was a trusted Knight of an Order she was very familiar with. He would not have wished Aravilar her own Elvin blood to be let go! Unless it was for the best for her troops and the humans troops on top of it. “I, will” She paused then turned looking out the window. “I shall tell him myself”
Angel Elf 01-06-04, 11:17 PM	{Rigon and Angel} Outside on the mast she giggled and tossed her hair over her shoulder. “Me, well I have been ordered by my people to set things right! By removing the fanatics in Hillsfar from the land.” She became very series. “Extermination of the fanatics”
Finwe 01-06-04, 11:34 PM	Ringon's voice remains calm as he speaks again to the paragon of beauty before him: "Could you tell me a bit more about the fanatics? I know very little of hte maside form that they come from Hillsfar, and have been recently freed from opression or something like that. But you must be of high esteem among your people to be sent on your own."
aravilar_holistacia 01-06-04, 11:44 PM	IN ARVANDOR The gardens of Aerdrie Faenya were beautiful in every respect... Except to Aravilar. What am I supposed to say? What do I say to her, now that I am here? She led him on through the gardens by his hand, seemingly knowing exactly where she was going. Aravilar asked, "Where are we going?" The elf looked back to him and said, "To the spring. There's a natural pool there..." They finally walked through an arch of tree branches and entered into a glade of sorts. A pool of bluish water was serenely among the trees. Keya sat down at the pool's edge and took off her boots. She put her small feet into the water. "What troubles you, melamin?" Aravilar looked away. "Why have I been summoned here? What can happen that I can help with? What can I do?" Keya frowned and said, "We are going back to the School, no?" "Listen, Keya, there's something--" "There's always something, Ava. I don't care about it now. I understand how frustrating and confusing my mindtalk was...." she said, looking into the pool and frowning even more deeply. "I really needed to talk to you. And now you are here. "I know all about Kulideb, and the war, and everything... All of that is just a blink of an eye to the elves such as we," she explained. "And I don't care." Aravilar looked back to her. Keya said, "I need to know that you still love me... Tell me now... Do you love me, Aravilar?" Aravilar looked back at her. He hesitated only for a second before saying, "Of course I do." "Then what is the problem? Love is all we need now." "The problem is that I have responsibilities and other friendships." "Kulideb is a mortal elf who is still new to the world at large who is looking for guidance. Clare is a human woman that was looking for someone to be her rock, so to speak." "And I love them both." "You cannot love all three of us, Ava." "But--" "But nothing. We are bound to each other my the grace of Hanali, my love." She looked back to him. "And I still love you as I did 1000 years ago." "And I love you the same, Keya. But you ask the impossible and--" "It is not impossible to live in the truth." Aravilar blinked. Clearly, Keya was very deeply troubled by Aravilar's lack of eagerness. "There is a problem that I cannot solve, Keya." "Well... Whether you like it or not... I am going back with you."
Angel Elf 01-07-04, 12:28 AM	She smiled and edged closer to Ringon. "Lets us not talk about the dead, they shall be gone soon. Besides we have happyer things to talk about, you and me! Yes?"
Flayhara Magerie 01-07-04, 01:58 AM	Originally posted by Gene_Kynes And with those words...Gene dissapeared, re-appearing in the hallway outside of her room...and soon a brisk knocking came upon her door. She hears the knocking and looks up from her spot on the bed. She doesn't bother to get up, but makes a wave with her hand and the door opens by itself. Flay looks up at Gene, "That was quick. I'm sorry if you were interupted in the middle of something. Aravilar suggested I talk to you. I didn't go to you first, I went to Aravilar... er.. well he came to me after I called out for him. He told me you had the words of wisdom that would help me." She looked quite tired and in dire need of rest. The parts of skin showing glistened with sweat and she wore a loose silky night dress. Her hair tussled a little and her eyes looked wearily upon him.
kulideb 01-07-04, 03:53 AM	Kulideb walked about the shadow ship, in her hand she held the reamains of a deformed dead flower. She walked over to the ships rail, and looked out over the landscape painted in colours of blue, black and purple. She had always been afraid of coming to the shadow plane, the twisted world scared her. Some thing had changed, she held out her hand and allowed the flower to fall. She didn't need to keep the flower its self, for its image would always be in her heart. Shady climbed up on to the rotting wooden rail, "All right my friend you can stay here, I know how much you hate the light, just come when I call." Time to go back and see how things were on the real ship and Aravilar.
aravilar_holistacia 01-07-04, 04:08 AM	IN ARVANDOR Aravilar said to Keya, "You have no idea what has happened since you were taken." Keya smiled and said, "I do know that I love you." "So you say," Aravilar retorted. "What are you going to do about Kulideb?" "What do I *have* to do about Kulideb?" he retorted again. Aravilar turned his back to the girl and said, "I'm leaving." She cried out and ran over to him. "No! You can't!" Aravilar turned about. "Why shouldn't I?" Keya blushed and said, "One way or other I am going to get you to admit the truth." "I love you." Aravilar's words echoed through the glade. "I know that... Now how are you going to explain that to Kulideb?" "There is no other way to explain it but one," he said, his eyes glowing blue. "The soulbinding," she murmured. "I can't stand to break her heart like that."
kulideb 01-07-04, 04:18 AM	Back on the ship she smiled and nodded to the people she passed, although some gave her a strange look. She was almost at the war room when she first heard the whispers about Aravilar. She stopped and went back to her own room. She sat on the bed and thought about Aravilar.
aravilar_holistacia 01-07-04, 04:32 AM	IN ARVANDOR "You did it to Clare," Keya pointed out. "I did nothing of the sort," Aravilar protested. He began to walk back through the garden to the castle. Keya ran to catch up with him. "Why are you so afraid to go back there and live the truth?" Aravilar paused, but did not look back, "Because the truth is that I can't go back there and hurt someone else for you." Keya looked as if she were just slapped across the face. "She will probably understand after we tell her about the soulbinding." Aravilar said, "Can I risk that?"
sculyblast 01-07-04, 11:58 AM	"I tell you! he is not only growning bad, no.., when I first met him, he was one of the greatest guys you possibly could know, but seeing how he acted the last few days after my appearence here I see he changed, I think he saw how much you people trusted him and he started to know he could easily abuse you, and so he did for the a long time I guess, because he could get away with him. ...but now, old wounds are reopened and he remembers who he was.. a servant of just and fair! this is for re-meating so many old allies, so his flame of inner light was lighten again, but his deeds are not as easily returned to old habbits, the body and mind are having a great dual here.. and I would certainly not trust aravilar for what he now is until he is once again the person he used to be" so mytus fastalk spoke maybe I can still convince them the distrust aravilar, and so my jobs whould end up a lot easier for I am to trust :devil:. ofcourse it will be hard to convince the queen.. she seems rather trustfull on aravilar, I have to do some elvish-respect-acts for that one.. yess :devil:
Messianica the Savior 01-07-04, 04:51 PM	http://nwn.unforgottenrealms.net/downloads/portraits/lyn05_lg.jpg “Send for my aid Savael, their has been a third attempt on my life this very day. Also I shall need protection, most likely bodyguards if you will. Have the local guilds informed of my needs” The messenger half ling girl, bowed deeply and proclaimed. “Yes Sister to us all, May we all die for the cause of Messianica! But I pray not a hair on your head is harmed as long your followers live.” The young girl ran off to do her duty. Messianica put her hands together as if in pray, and smiled at the young half ling. “May it be as you say” She then turned her gaze out the window of the tower. “Soon all shall be free”
Gene_Kynes 01-07-04, 05:18 PM	"...Me? Wisdom?" Gene chuckled. "I've done more unwise things than there are hairs upon my head, Flayhara, but...logical advice, that I can help you with." He sighed, and slipped into the room, closing the door behind him, he leans against the wall...arms crossed. Asked for him first? Am I to be jealous, insulted? "...Sleeping troubles?" Of course not. A competent and self-confident person is incapable of jealousy in anything. Jealousy is invariably a symptom of neurotic insecurity, a desperate desire to find threats. The plague that slays love in the pretence of keeping it alive. *snicker.* Uh-huh. Gene glances at his own shadow...seemingly glaring at it, before he looks back up to Flayhara.
Flayhara Magerie 01-07-04, 05:28 PM	She nods, brushing the hair from her face. "Yes, my dream that I have keeps me from wanting to sleep at all. I figured Aravilar could just put a sleeping spell on me and let it be at that. However, he went inside and looked at the memory of the dream. He was knocked back by the emotions, but anyway. Here is what the dream is of... I am surrounded in darkness... voices calling out to my mind. I look around but no one is there, the darkness soon drifts apart and I find myself hanging onto a cliff. More voices echo out over the cliff, but again there is no one there. I can no longer hold on and then I let go...." She sighs, "I don't know what to think. Like I told Aravilar, everything I've ever known or even remotely cared about has been pulled from my grasp. I try to hold it tight, but it still gets pulled away. My heart can't handle much more. These things that are being pulled away are the very things that keep me sane, the very same that offers my life a touch of colour. My life now seems to grow dim as each thing continues to be pulled from my loving arms, they each taking a part of me with them. Gene, I soon fear I will no longer know myself anymore. I feel I am halfway there." She looks up to him then diverts her eyes to the wall then down to her lap.
Gene_Kynes 01-07-04, 05:36 PM	Gene frowns. ...draining color from her life...and yet I come from a plane where color doesn't exist. I draw too many symbols from too many vague actions. "...Loss of others can be healed...but loss of self..." Gene's frown deepened. "...that, sadly, is one of the deepest blows one can take. Without...yourself...you're no longer-" He sighed, and somewhere between her blink, he had appeared at her bed, back against the side. "Forgive me. I am prone to...following the consequences before they're born. But...what's been taken from you? What has drained color from your life?"
Flayhara Magerie 01-07-04, 05:40 PM	She looks over to him, "Whatever it is that continues to haunt my life day and night over." She hangs her head a minute, before looking up to him, "A curse that comes from being torn apart, each side of myself. It's hard to explain without making you feel it. May I?" She reaches her hand out to him.
Gene_Kynes 01-07-04, 05:52 PM	He arches a brow. "Just...a second." His hands deftly removed his sword shorts, dirks, and blade...and appearently made them vanish into a purlish-haze. He then offered his arm, seemingly without much fear. "...wish...me luck?"
Agudo Archmage 01-07-04, 06:05 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Agudo walked over to Keldorn, his old friend. “I know that was difficult, you for one always try to help us in are time of need. Yet you had to think of the good of the army” The Archmage of Light then began to pace the War Room, he looked up when Mytus spoke. “Thank you Mytus, what else can you tell us of Aravilar? Has he had this problem for long? Do you know what it is that seems to distract him so?”
Flayhara Magerie 01-07-04, 06:11 PM	She shakes her head, "You don't need luck Gene." she gives him a weary half smile. She gently placed her hand on his arm. Gene felt himself being pulled into complete darkness. He could not see around him, no matter how hard he tried. Voices began to call out words but the words were inaudible. Quickly he is pulled from the darkness to another place where he hangs onto a root sticking out from the edge of the cliff. More voices call out to him, still the words could not be made out. His fingers start slipping from the root. After his fingers lose grip on the root, he falls. After falling he finds himself back into darkness, a feeling washes over him. He gets the feeling that the things he loves are being pulled away from him, in his mind and from his grasp. Gene feels any colour that he has is slowly being drained from his body. His mind giving the feeling that he cannot do anything, that he has no power. Soon he feels himself being pulled back into reality. Flayhara slowly takes her hand off of him and looks up at him.
Gene_Kynes 01-07-04, 06:24 PM	He blinks...cold sweat ran down his nose. "...Helplessness, forced loss...a darkness I cannot penetrate, shadows I cannot embrace." He then looked up at her...and she could now see Gene's eyes had shifted to silver. "...Things you care for, stolen, things you love, ripped from your grasp." Frowning, he leans his head against her bed again. "...This...is...wrong. Any idea what could've brought these dreams up?"
Flayhara Magerie 01-07-04, 06:29 PM	She draws her knees up to her chest, and shakes her head, then rests her chin on her knees, "No, none at all. I feel so helpless Gene. I feel like there is something I must do to stop it, but at the same time like I'm helpless. Its a bad feeling, I want to shake it off but I can't. Every night its the same dream and feelings. I can't help but feel that each time I try to sleep, something gets torn away from me and from my memory. I'm so scared Gene, I don't know what to do to stop this."
Gene_Kynes 01-07-04, 06:35 PM	"...recurring. Have you...left anything undone?" He then frowns, for a moment. "But the darkness hints at isolation...erm...if you'd like to try it out, I could watch you while you sleep, and perhaps...knowing someone else is there can assist?" If there's a chair in the room, he motions to it. "...if I pulled that close to the bed, it'd make a decent vigil post? I know...it's kind of a stupid idea, but I've only recently breached into the realm of nightmares and dreams...and it still confused me." He sighs, watching her, tilting his head back to do so.
Flayhara Magerie 01-07-04, 06:40 PM	She looks to Gene, "I couldn't ask you to do such a thing, I'm sure you are needed else where on the airship. You are a very powerful man Gene, I shouldn't be at the top of your list compared to the others. I mean this is merely a dream right?" She forces a smile but it isn't very convincing. "If there is something or someone else that calls to you on this ship, please go take care of it. I could not ask you to stay here."
Gene_Kynes 01-07-04, 06:47 PM	Gene then...merely frowns. "Flayhara, what do you think I think of you?"
Flayhara Magerie 01-07-04, 06:49 PM	She shakes her head, "I don't know, probably more than I know of myself anymore. I feel like I have no idea who I am sometimes."
Gene_Kynes 01-07-04, 06:59 PM	Gene's frown didn't desist. "So, you think I'd kiss you just to pass the time? Flayhara...in a way, a kiss is a promise. At least...to some. One doesn't give such freely, or else they lose their meaning, their hold. You know me as much or better than I know myself, and only you can know yourself fully. And those are 'sometimes'...those times of doubt, acknowledge them...but do not heed them. You always know who you are...merely introspecting can reveal this. All I know about you is a name attatched to a person, likes, dislikes, and that I-" His shadow seemingly started coughing hoarsely, blocking out the next few words. It obviously was intentional, not even veiled in the slightest. Saved y'heart from gettn' broken later on, mate. No need to thank me. Another glare that would reduce a demon to tears. "...I'll stay with you tonight. If you're obviously getting troubled by your dreams, I'll wake you up. Just...remember something." Another fit of coughs. "...everything else is irrelevant, to you." You're dead, Umbra Undead, dank ye ver' much.
Flayhara Magerie 01-07-04, 07:09 PM	She looks to Gene a bit confused then shakes her head. "I will not hold you here if you wish to leave early." She tucks herself back in bed and closes her eyes. For two hours she does nothing but sleep on her back, though her body slowly starts to glow a pale red, each minute glowing to a deeper shade of red.
Gene_Kynes 01-07-04, 07:17 PM	Gene frowns...shaking Flay gently. "Wake up."
Flayhara Magerie 01-07-04, 07:20 PM	The glowing red that surrounded her quickly disappates as she wakes up, "Hmm..? Oh, Gene, what is it?"
Gene_Kynes 01-07-04, 07:29 PM	"Did you...feel anything, during your sleep?" He seems slightly curious, his arms crossed...something she saw as a precursor to many emotions. of his.
Flayhara Magerie 01-07-04, 07:31 PM	She sits up and looks at him a bit confused. She stretches a bit then nods, "Yes, something but its hard to say what. I felt.. well I guess hot," She feels her forehead, "I guess that explains the sweat I get before the dream I suppose..."
Gene_Kynes 01-07-04, 07:44 PM	Gene sighed. "...You get hotter as you approach the dream, I'm guessing. Want to try again, I won't wake you up until needed?"
Flayhara Magerie 01-07-04, 07:51 PM	She shakes her head, "No, I'm tired of trying to get any. I may as well stay awake and take a warm bath. Thank you Gene, perhaps I might ask you again tomorrow. Just not again tonight...." She smiles to him, lightly pats his arm, then heads for the washroom.
Gene_Kynes 01-07-04, 07:59 PM	Gene blinked. "...As...you wish." He was then gone, again. "My, you sure accomplished alot, Ricco Suave." "...Umbra, you're trying my patience." "Uh-huh. I could've solved that mystery, simple." "...and how would you go about doing that?" He made his way up the stairs. "I'll apply a sharp object to the base o'her brain at a high speed. Heard it works wonders. She'd be asleep, an' no nightmares!" "..." The Shadovar turned to stare at his shadow. "...That's it. You're getting the Daylight spell cast on you again." "Wait! Wait! I was...only kidding! You know...hah-hah...heh...heh...Gene? Gene?!" (( OOC: And in response to your signiture: :embarrass , :D , und "Zuh?" ))
Flayhara Magerie 01-07-04, 08:13 PM	{ooc: Just something I wanted to do to recognize a few good players :D } She closes the door to the washroom behind her and sighs. "I did want to try once more but not at the expense of him giving up his duties for me. Well, at least something was accomplished or was it?" She shakes her head and sighs to herself again. Flayhara undresses, puts some cold water in the tub, and then heats the water with a touch of her hand. She slides into the tub and relaxes. "What I would give for one night's rest. Just for a few hours, enough to feel better. Though I am curious as to what made Gene wake me. I can only guess and that would be to guess it wasn't good. What else haven't we tried to get me to sleep well again? Perhaps I could try something myself, but what could I do? No... I will ask Aravilar again. I will not take no for an answer, or perhaps Gene would know of a spell. Hmm.. I should ask him, though what would he think if I did have it done?" She sinks as low as she can into the tub and sighs again, "Why would he stop me?" She looks at the wall ahead of her and frowns, "Well, thats decided then, I will ask Aravilar to put a sleeping spell on me." These thoughts get sent to Gene, as Flay gets an eerie sense that she is being listened to. She smirks to herself, "Boy am I paranoid."
Finwe 01-07-04, 08:41 PM	Originally posted by Angel Elf She smiled and edged closer to Ringon. "Lets us not talk about the dead, they shall be gone soon. Besides we have happyer things to talk about, you and me! Yes?" "Ahh yes, we have much to talk about. But first, would you like some breakfast?" (Ringon's stomache is grumbling)
Gene_Kynes 01-07-04, 08:45 PM	Gene blinked. "Wierd. Whispering wind?" "...er...YES! Yeah! Of course! Go...uh...talk t'her 'bout it! Gonna let yourself be outshone by some spellflinging pointy-ear?" "...Jealousy is born of self-love, rather than love, Umbra. That card won't work on me" "Er...well...gonna let her bother Aravilar, even though he's not on the ship?" "...I wasn't really going to cast the Daylight spell, you know." He moved back towards Miss Firey Ragey's room, leaning against the wall near the door. "Y'weren't?" "Nuh-uh." "...wimp." "...but as soon as this is over, I will." Erm...sorry? With a smirk, Gene sighed...and then waited roughly five minutes before knocking on the door.
Flayhara Magerie 01-07-04, 08:49 PM	She just about begins scrubbing herself when she hears a knock and screams from fright, "Oh dear gods!" She stands and wraps a towel that just barely fits her around her waist. Then opens the door, "Er.. yes..." she looks at Gene, "Gene, can I help you?" Her hair dripping down onto the floor and clings tightly to her body, she smiles at him. {ooc: *hehe* I forgot about that nickname! :D }
aravilar_holistacia 01-07-04, 08:53 PM	AB ARVANDOR USQUE AD MUNDI ----------------------------- Aravilar said, "Then let it be returned to the world of the light." The elf-girl continued to walk behind him. "What will come of my return to the world of light.. again?" Aravilar turned and said, "I do not know." She smiled slyly, tossing her hair back with a shake of her head. "I could always go first and explain things," Aravilar pointed out. "Perhaps you should." She was playing with her hair. "I shall call for you soon, Key," Aravilar said. She nodded and said, "Lissenen ar'maska'lalaith tenna'lye omentuva, Ava." Aravilar willed himself out of the plane of the Elves and back onto the ship. He appeared inside Flayhara's room. "Flay? Flay? I get back to the Material Plane and all I hear is my name called over and over!"
Gene_Kynes 01-07-04, 08:56 PM	He nods...but a hint of crimson can be seen around his cheeks. "Ah...I...kinda got your message, and...I do know sleep spells, if required. In fact...enchantment, illusion, and necromancy...were...my fields of expertise. Sorry...to interupt your bath*."
Flayhara Magerie 01-07-04, 08:59 PM	She hears Aravilar just outside of the door as well and quickly turns Gene's back to her and makes him stand in front of her, "Good gods, is a bath not sacred anymore?" She sighs then speaks again, "Well, its okay Aravilar I was talking to Gene and he can help me, thanks though!"
aravilar_holistacia 01-07-04, 09:02 PM	"Very well, my lady," Aravilar said. He vanished, appearing at Agudo's side in the War Room. "Greetings!" he says jovially.
Gene_Kynes 01-07-04, 09:08 PM	Gene blinks, his face now touched heavily by crimson, and still spreading. "Heh...heh....uh, hi. And...bye." Gene gives a grin and a wave, shadows clinging to the doorframe to conceal what details Gene couldn't.
Flayhara Magerie 01-07-04, 09:13 PM	She wraps one arm around Gene's waist and hugs him, "Thank you Gene!" Some of her hair pressed against him and she got a little water on him. "Sorry, stay right there and I'll finish dressing." She lets the water out of the tub, touches the clothes she had worn, then makes a new set appear on her. The sparkly one that she loves so much, it clung to her form like her wet hair, and flows beautifully at the bottom. She gives Gene a gently push, "Okay you can move now, and I'm dressed so its okay to look at me again." Her hair still hung heavily down behind her as it dripped with water, she smiles. "So, what about just putting a sleeping spell on me?"
Gene_Kynes 01-07-04, 09:13 PM	He turned around...and smiled, noticing her wear. "Say...what do you...remember about that dress?" He seemingly didn't mind the wetness on his back. That name thing's really becoming a problem...does he answer t'every bloody one? Perhaps...when Olidammra's trickiness favored Gene, Gene'd devise a way to have fun with this ability...sometime.
Flayhara Magerie 01-07-04, 09:17 PM	She looks up at him, "Have you seen this before? I love this dress, I use to go to dances in my tribe in this dress. I would dance all night and nearly tire every man there. I would force them to dance with me until they couldn't anymore. It was then that I made my ghost friend to dance with me. He wouldn't ever grow tired and I'd dance all night long, the others would stare at me in awe." Sighing she smiles at such a happy thought. The she turns to grin up to him, "Other than that, I don't have much recollection of it, what do you know of this dress Gene?"
Gene_Kynes 01-07-04, 09:27 PM	Gene simply smiled, letting his own blue eyes meet hers. "Just a dance. Just a dance." He then removed his gloves. "Erm...get into a comfortable position, and I'll cast th'spell." He looked at her...and sighed, appearently for no reason.
Flayhara Magerie 01-07-04, 09:32 PM	She smiles to him, "Does that mean we danced once?" She smiles even brighter, "I wish I could remember that. Ara-- " she stops herself then sighs, "Well nevermind that..." She gives him a hug then walks over to the bed and gets comfortable. She lays on her back, her hair sprawled on the pillow behind her, and her hands rest lightly on her stomach, "Alright, go ahead."
Gene_Kynes 01-07-04, 09:36 PM	"Worried about the name-thingy? Just...say 'him', if you wish...you may've forgetten, and I'm doomed to remember it....but my curiousity is...difficult to quiet." Grinning, he then runs over the spell in his mind. "At least give me something to ponder about during my vigil?" Branth'll have to wait.
Flayhara Magerie 01-07-04, 09:43 PM	She looks to Gene, "I was only going to say that perhaps a memory restore is in order for me, even if the emotions run high from it. Though I don't know, perhaps I am better off without it. Maybe sealed away in that old memory I would know why I am so restless."
Gene_Kynes 01-07-04, 09:57 PM	He nods...deep in though. "A question of will. Sacrifice the past for the future, or taint the future to discover the past...the choice is yours, though." He sighs, then smiles to her, slowly manipulating the Shadow Weave, casting a sleep spell. "G'night." He faintly touches his lips to hers in a butterfly kiss, before the spell finishes casting. "You know...you've never actually kissed her. It was either on the neck, cheek, forehead, or as you just demonstrated...very faint. Afraid?" "...I doubt that she has time for passion when she's worried about her dreams, her memories, her future...and somehow, she still finds time to make me feel amazing." *snicker.* "Yuh-huh. So...what're you going to do?" "I'd like to speak with Va'Ra'A'Li'Rah, about Kulideb...but...I'd...feel wrong...leavin' her while I said I'd stay here." "You're so..ugh. I'll...talk to him. I already know what you're going to say...an' I promise I won't taint it with m'own opinions." Gene simply stared at the cloak, as it shifted into a dark mockery of him. "...if I find out that you even twisted the message in the slightest..." "I know! I know! I didn't say I was, Genie!" Gene sighed. "Go." "Aye, aye. You watch sleepin' beauty, I hunt down Kulideb's lil'boyfriend. Gotcha." Gene didn't even bother to glare. Umbra always fled as it left a bold comment. Within the deck halls, Umbra began walking around, talking to himself. "Araaavilar! Aravilar! Mage-boy! He-who-flings-massive-spells-of-death-and-destruction! I need a word or two with yeh!"
Gene_Kynes 01-07-04, 10:12 PM	Gene sighed, if the spell had worked, watching Flayhara. Your intentions aren't too pure to lock away her memory, Gene. You know your motives. He whispered back to his mind, with remorseful breath. "I do." You think you know what she'll think when she remembers your departure. You may've confessed to her, but perhaps not enough to make her realize what a gash it ripped in you...and presumably, a smaller cut for her. She did seem rather apathetic about the entire ordeal, going off to her tribe, looking to embrace the succubus. The same whisper. "I know." Another reason, isn't there? You're used to the life of social and political manuvers, and you realize if Vi'Lar'Ra'Aye does do the memory retrieval, he'll have a club over her head...a favor. You can't stand favors, can you? That spell most certainly doesn't fall into any other of the Schools...you should be able to replicate it. That's what you want, right? No clubs, you'll make her restful, and she may hate you after she remembers. You still have your old spellbook in your pack, don't you? A sorcerer, true enough, but you wrote down the chants, the sacrifice of such a spell, the components and gestures. You traded your dream of ultimate knowledge for ultimate freedom, appearently. Gene sighed, as his Ego, Superego, and Id appearently were conflicting, watching Flayhara. You know...it wouldn't be too hard to weave that spell. And even if she hates your guts...you'll make her happy. She'll sleep well. And that's what you've wanted all this time, right? "..." Well? Now-gloved hands dug through the portable hole, and secured themselves onto a black-leather bound book, with a purple-ringed black charkram in the center of the cover. Now-smoky-grey eyes scanned over the ancient Netherese words, his threads of thought fully occupied with reversing summons, with unweaving magic...and taking the threads to create something entire different. Turning black to white.
Flayhara Magerie 01-07-04, 10:18 PM	She was happy to sleep finally, though even now her dreams haunted her. The dream was different this time more distinct and had something else in it. In Dreamland... :zzz: She stood in the dark the voices growing louder, nearly making her cover her ears from the loudness. The voices became audible, they kept shouting, "Beware! Beware of the one!" Flay looks around, "Who! Who is the one?" The voices left her and she was taken to a path within the woods, a familiar one, the one that lead to her tribe. It still stood and she smiles at the sight. She runs toward it, but a giant creature blocked her way. It wasn't very clear as to who or what it was, but it looked like a giant human. She tries to focus but cannot. The voices come back and speak in a weird language she cannot understand but recognizes it from the tribe. "What is it that you speak! Please tell me..." the voices die down and fade away with the wind. She now hangs onto the root from the side of the cliff the voices becoming clear and audible again, "He seeks you out, beware!" Before her fingers slip off, she yells out, "Who is he...!" Then everything grows dark and no more dreams come, but the feeling is still there within her and it is more intense. In The Real World... The body of Flayhara lays perfectly still save for her hand moving at one point. Though other than that she is still like a doll whose chest moves slightly from the breaths.
Flayhara Magerie 01-07-04, 11:00 PM	ooc: nevermind
Gene_Kynes 01-07-04, 11:06 PM	He whispered the words. His pronouciation was perfect...it was his first language. Before Common, before Chondathan, before Elven and Abyssal...there was the 'dead' language, Netherese. "Ai'lb Al ai'kahl al-t'hr y'ur. D'yeh al ai'kahl ye't'd'f'q j'rr yeh, d'yeh ma' qu'fl o'rrah r'kyeh, qud Ah shbah al'l duyeh t'harr'rr Aleh Al-Aud'yeh, qud al-h'd-yeh t'ai'rf al-l'd;yeh." The gestures would be complex beyond what he thought he could handle. He'd have to think of one thing, and say the other...it'd...be...difficult. ...In the age where this magic was considering a mere parlor trick to undo the deeds of other minor mages. Then again...they...abused their parlor tricks, by becoming too curious. Perhaps that's where my destructive interest to explore and know grows from? Thinking deeply, Gene's hand subconciously holds Flayhara's, fingers intertwining. "...Something...I forgot to tell you, in the story. I...never stopped loving you, y'know." He then gives a nervous, anxious laugh. "Pretty...stupid, huh? You'd think it was fake...the romance, the break-up, and the cheesy yearning. I'm...sorry..." He glanced over to the book, now laying at his feet. "...doesn't matter...even if for a little while. Just for a little while, I can know you. Just for a little while. I guess the fates thought they'd play a funny joke on both of us, huh? Bring us together, have us have our fun...and then let something happen. I might get a bolt through th'head, you might fall in battle, I might be captured, you might decide that there's those more...fitting for your attentions...than I." He sighs, staring at her sleeping form. "...I...guess...that's why I'm afraid to kiss you. A kiss would latch itself into our minds...it'd be...like I said, a promise. And if that promise breaks...I..." His teeth grit slightly. "...I...just don't want you t'get hurt. I don't want to trigger the memory wipe again...I don't want to carve in your flesh and throw salt there as I did back at the school. I regret those actions...even now, you know. I feel guilty, when I look in your eyes...and see no grudge harbored, no nursed hatred." He then sighs, once again. "...look at the mighty Gene now. Ko'mrr, the so-called 'Master of Assassins'. 'Noir'. 'The Moonlit Shadow'. Doesn't even have enough courage to say something to someone while they're awake...'fraid of sounding stupid." Gene laughed...appearently at himself...dismissvely. "They say love turns one into an hourglass...all the sense drains from the mind, and flows into the heart. I'm beginning to believe that." Gene blinked, as she grabbed his hand. She heard...!? He then ignores this thought, looking at her. "What's wrong?!"
Flayhara Magerie 01-07-04, 11:10 PM	{ooc: didn't think you seen the other post... lol... well.. we'll just say it happened.. anyway.. let me get to posting...}
Flayhara Magerie 01-07-04, 11:15 PM	She points to her mouth, she sits up and clings tightly to Gene. She points to her eye, then her heart, then to him. She smiles then stands up and looks around. It was amazing how she could smile and act like nothing was wrong. She remembered something and speaks into Gene's mind, "Breathe... help me breathe... put me back to sleep, then wake me again... something's wrong!"
Gene_Kynes 01-08-04, 06:00 AM	Gene blinked, as more information almost flew in front of his vision. He was recalling a healing lesson, still as clear as he once knew it. "Lay down." If she does, he kneels near her, tilting her head back. If her airway doesn't seem to be clogged, Gene hesitates for a moment. Then he murmurs: "Don't get th'wrong idea...", and begins manual mouth to mouth resusicitation, feeling as if it was the most awkward form of assistance ever devised. If that works...or even if it doesn't, guessing he may've misunderstood her requests, he quickly casts the sleep spell, and as soon as it takes effect, attempts to wake her. (( OOC: I occaisonally see posts pretty fast, and if they came before mine, they often take priority. *shrug*. Also, First-Aid wasn't as developed as it is now, I'm guessing, but...I suppose if you have a certain amount of ranks in Heal, you begin figuring things out about the humanoid autonomy.))
kulideb 01-08-04, 06:08 AM	Being alone in her room gave her chance to think about what she wanted, her head and her heart and been in such a spin over the last few days. She knew she liked Aravilar, but there was a big difference between like and love. She wasn't yet 100, still very young in elven terms. She made up her mind, she and Aravilar needed to be apart, she would go talk to the other leaders. May be she could go on ahead and put her rouge skills to some use. She jumped up and opened the door and set off to find one of their leaders. http://nwn.unforgottenrealms.net/downloads/portraits/elfchick_lg.jpg ((pic of Kuli!))
aravilar_holistacia 01-08-04, 08:19 AM	Go here for a pic of Keya! (http://photos.yahoo.com/aravilar_holistacia) Aravilar said to the denizens of the War Room, "I have a feeling that there is an explanation in order." He began to pace slowly around the center table. "It all started with the death of my wife, one thousand years ago... Oh... It is hard to describe. When two elves are joined in marriage, they are not merely bound by mortal means, by rings and promises-well-kept. They become bound by the magic of Hanali. She blesses the union with a certain spell..." Aravilar tried to find words for it. "It is rather much like a telepathic bond spell. You gain the ability to speak across distances, feel emotions... That sort of magic. "There is more to it than a simple telepathic bond however. The magic of the gods is more than that. The spell binds souls together, not just minds. "I was supposed to die back then when she was killed. But I lived! I should not have lived. My soul was cut in half... Her death tore a part of me away. I should have DIED back then, Elisa," Aravilar said, focusing on the elven Queen. "But Mystra had greater plans. She did not allow me to die. And that is how this whole situation has become a problem." He turned to Agudo. "Mystra told me everything, told me in my mind while I was in Arvandor. She said that she was forcing me to love so that I would not be so fragmented anymore. "Mystra compelled me to love Kulideb, I fear. She forced it upon my mind so that I would not pursue the truth." Aravilar waited patiently for any gasps or outcries that might have occurred. "Now that that is settled, you understand why I was so mindless. I think I have found some closure finally." Aravilar raised a hand and said, "I have been to Arvandor recently, as I'm sure you know, and I did meet with Keya, my wife. She told me she wanted to return to this place. She said she wanted to return to the world of the living." Aravilar turned to Keldorn. "But not yet. This war is our priority... And that is what we shall finish." The mage stood up straight and said, "As the Commander of the Fleet, I don't think being a mindless, mad elf would be a very good role model, don't you agree?" Aravilar smiled widely. He held out his hand, and several golden stars appeared, which looked like rank insignia. "My lord Keldorn," Aravilar said, "I hereby promote you to the rank of Arms-Major." Aravilar attached each star to the breastplate of Keldorn's armor. When we was finished, a shining golden row of three stars was gleaming upon the knight's armor. Aravilar turned to Agudo. "I need a favor of you, Agudo." The mage whispered into the archmage of light's ear, saying, "Meet me outside, on the deck." Aravilar vanished into thin air, appearing on the deck of the ship. The sun was slowly setting, oranges and purples and reds and yellows colouring the skies. "Another day gone, another day we race towards the battle," commented Aravilar.
Savael 01-08-04, 10:25 AM	Admidst the roar of the cheering crowd and the dust of he plaza that warm day, Savael kneeled before his queen. "I bestow my thanks upon you, most honoured paragon of faith and freedom, I shall not fail your trust..." Savael remained kneeling, keeping his yellow gaze to the cobbles he trodd untill the clatter of iron-shod horses had disappeared in the distance. Then, he smiled. A slow, lingering, satisfied smile. He then turned his attention to the bound Thayans... **************************************** ************ Later on that day Savael slowly made his way up the huge stone steps to the City of Hillsfar Inner Castle, smugness oozing off him like steam from a boiling kettle. He flexed the smooth blades of his claw-bracers as he took the last steps, wiping them clean on his white tunica. Today had been a good day. He had once heard about the sweet taste of revenge, but never acually tasted it before. Untill now.He was no longer the hunted one, the shunned monstrosity others loathed... He was Judge. Supreme Judge of Messianicas Faith, Savael Kaaranir. he had made that up himself, and was quite pleased about it. It had this certain ring to it you just couldnt ignore... not for long anyway... As he stood before the huge, iron-bound oak doors of Messianicas study he rapped smartly on the woodwork twice before entering. The messenger had said it was urgent, and he would rather... .. . Well, he would rather do a lot of very unplesant things than keep his Goddess waiting. His Goddess... He found the word strange somehow, like his tounge somehow didnt enjoy the taste of it. But nevermind that now, the door swung open and he stepped inn. Kneeling once more that day as he found himself in the presence of the very paragon of his faith.
sculyblast 01-08-04, 01:04 PM	(well I am sorry for the late reply but I am in a earlier time zone than you are and mytus would have replied this before aravilar arrived) mytus: well no, he has not been like this when I first met him, all I know is that souls are easily corrupted when they have the change, even the souls of elves.. even the souls of elves.. well I hope that is enough to set them agains him.
Branth 01-08-04, 02:09 PM	After watching the clouds roll by for a while, the boy grows bored of sitting. Standing, streching, he walks to the railing and looks down at the ground, far far below them.... o O(Why'd we come here again? Did we really expect them to help me? Wait...... But why? They are all to busy to bother with a child like us.. Then Help them......... They will not want a childs help. We're to young in their eyes. But we are not young,... You will understand soon..... Why do you keep saying that? Gene's not going to help me... Trust........ ) In frustration he draws a blade from seemingly no where and with a viscose force sends it straight through the railing. In a hissed angery voice.. "I'm tired of not knowing! I'm tired of being told to trust those I don't know!" The blade dissappears again as the boy walks away from the damage he just caused, walking aimlessly around the airship, paying attention to no one and nothing. He seems to be deep in an arguement with himself.......
Agudo Archmage 01-08-04, 02:15 PM	((OOC Mytus that was a fine post, any time something happens and you miss out just put ((Before)) on top of your post and then ((Now)) when your caught up on your reply)) http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The Archmage of Light nodded his head at Mytus response and then looked on as Aravilar returns suddenly. Once again Archmage Aravilar was in an emotional rush. He pined some rank insignias on Keldorn Fircam as a show of understanding, of the loss of confidence in himself (Aravilar.) The Elvin mage realized this had taken place, and the troops needed a clear confident leader. Agudo could see the struggle in the Queen eyes, trying to debate in her own mind; if this was a good enough response to the problem by Aravilar. Even Keldorn was taken aback, by the promotion and seem speechless by the action. But before anyone could say anything, like before Aravilar rushes out the door. With only a request to speak with Agudo privately. He held up his hand and tried to comfort the others on the situation. “I shall speak with him and then if need be... send him to you Queen Elisa….If it becomes clear that he needs to be... relived of command.” He walks toward the door, but stops next to his old friend Keldorn. “I would have voted you leader as well if Archmage Aravilar hadn’t” Agudo patted his friend on the back and walked out the door to find Aravilar.
Flayhara Magerie 01-08-04, 03:53 PM	Flay did as Gene asked and laid down on the bed. The mouth-to-mouth did not work on her and as she was put back to sleep, her breathing returned to normal. She woke up and looked up to Gene, her hand went to her chest. She half-smiles but then looks curiously at him, "I did hear you speak and I am astounded that you would do that without asking. I know that you wanted to have me the way I was.. er.. am now, again." She closes her eyes and the rage she had felt when he left surged through her, but she pushed it back down. "Gene.... that day was very heartbreaking for me and my anger ran high within me. I did not go through with the succubi taking over, I couldn't. So I went back to my tribe, it was gone. Everything destroyed, bodies everywhere... it was awful." She sits up and shakes her head at such memories. Flayhara looks down at the dress and smiles, "This dress brings back many happy memories."
Gene_Kynes 01-08-04, 04:21 PM	"...astounded? I thought...you'd...remember...and then...well...start getting Ragey Firey at me, and...uhm..." Gene seems at quite a loss for words. "It's...good to have you back. And...I...didn't want you to be the way you...were. I wanted you to know the truth..I...wanted you to be happy." He ran a hand through his hair. It seemed...he was waiting for her to scream. For her to smack him. Anything! She can't just let him go like that! Can she? "But...I'm glad you didn't submit to the Ba'atezu, Flayhara...and I'm sorry for my actions that day. You...taught me that when you ake choices for others, you pay." He then looks at her, then the dress, with a nervous smile. "...of the ghost and th'men you wore out. I'm glad...you've happiness...now." He then reached down, and snatched the leathered book from the ground, making it dissapear into his pack. "...do...you wish for me to leave, while you're still in a good temperment?"
Flayhara Magerie 01-08-04, 04:25 PM	She smiles, "Don't worry, I'll not be getting that way for awhile, especially not at you. It seems you've always had my best interest in mind, no matter your decisons." She looks at him then scoots close to him, she looks into his eyes then wraps her arms around his neck.
Let me tell you a Story 01-08-04, 04:26 PM	{Elvin Flying Ships} Emeraldeyes thought of all that had just taken place in the last few minutes. Could she trust the somewhat strange Elvin mage Aravilar? “Keldorn and Queen Alisa, if Aravilar can control his crying, then I see no reason why he cannot help us. But Aravilar must pass Agudo inspection of his faculties” She walked up to the Queen. “You will have to tell Aravilar if Agudo sees that his mental abilities are far to gone.
Gene_Kynes 01-08-04, 04:48 PM	Gene smiled, letting his arms wrap around her back. ...not...what I expected...at all. "...I'd quote a bard on the topic of love right about now...but you know what?" He leans in closer to her, touching their foreheads. "...I'm just glad...that you're here." And with those words, he pressed his lips to hers, a prolonged, delayed passion appearent in the kiss, for once...a true kiss. She can almost hear him whisper the two deadliest words before their lips touch: "Love you."
Kheldar Devaentar 01-08-04, 04:48 PM	~In the City of Redemption once called Hillsfar~ ((Before)) http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif Atop a shaded balcony a cloaked figure patiently waited for his opportunity to strike. He kept a firm grip on his bow, and aimed the tip of his arrow towards Messica's breast. The roar of the crowd below dulled his senses. It annoyed him that so many people actually wanted her in the city! The woman brought about too much change. She was dangerous - and evil! Couldn't they see it? His friend's could see it, they all fought against her! He had to fight against her too! Messica sent her General away, and spoke something to a halfling girl. The girl obeyed her and swore some ridiculous oath. Hearing the halfling girl's praise made him sick - she was poisoning the minds of the youth! Well, he wouldn't let her poison the minds of his two daughters! She was alone now! For the love of his city and family he could finally kill her! A crossbow quarrel plowed into the man's skull. His body toppled off the balcony and smashed against the hard ground. Kheldar smiled at his handiwork. He was getting awfully good at killing these buggers. "All the aid you could ever want is right here Sister." Kheldar spoke the last part in jest as he stepped out of the shadows and into the light. "Ya didn't think I wouldn't honor our contract, now did you? Oh. . . there's been closer to 33 attempts on your life, and that's just in the last hour. . . And if your looking for help in the local guilds, stay away from the Black Eagles, as many of your assailants are wearing their crest." Kheldar points his crossbow at another roof and grins. ". . .Speaking of the devils. . ." Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
aravilar_holistacia 01-08-04, 04:59 PM	((OOC: No, no, no! Arms-major is an elven rank that goes like this: Fleet Commander (that's Ava)>> Arms-major (that's keldorn)/Spell-major (there is none) >> etc etc etc I just promoted him so that he would be acknowledged for his merits and deeds. That did NOT take Ava from command. :rolleyes: )) Aravilar watched as Agudo came up to him. He gave a slight bow to the Archmage of Light before saying, "Removing me from command, my lord, is not going to solve anything." Aravilar turned and walked to the railing. "There have been some... interesting developments in the past week, since we left the school. Flames kindled... flames gone out... flames restored... This voyage has been nothing but emotional trouble for everyone involved. "That does not mean we are not an effective fighting force. What we need to do is have a fleet-wide assembly so that I can give out our final orders." Aravilar looked to Agudo. "I know I have been troubled... But it is over now." He looked wistfully into the sun. "Keya longs to return to me..." He patted his heart. "I can feel it... Her soul is tearing at mine. She desparately wants to come back. "But no. After the war is over, perhaps I will find a way. This is more important than anything else right now," he explained. "Call together the senior council and have them meet me in the War Room; it is time to give out the ranks they will use in the coming days. We also need to make preparations for more soldiers arriving... And come up with a tactical plan."' Aravilar said, "You and Elisa are the senior commanders here. I will not be spoken to like I am insane by that holier-than-thou knight Keldorn, either. He may be my second-in-command, but if he even thinks the word 'mutiny' I will give him reason to contemplate the words 'silent as the grave' for the duration of his stay upon my ships."
Flayhara Magerie 01-08-04, 05:00 PM	She returns Gene's kiss and does so for the next few minutes before gently pulling back from. She smiles and looks back up into his eyes, "You know what Gene? I love you too." She looks into his eyes for a moment longer before standing. "I hope I didn't scare you a few minutes ago, something I've never really told anyone before. My body has weird ways of rejecting a spell, and it does so sometimes. I don't know why, I wish I did. Its always been a hinderance, but I've learned to cope." She smiles and holds her hand out to him, "Lets go and enjoy whatever is left of the day. I don't think I'll change from this dress as it brings many happy memories to my mind."
Gene_Kynes 01-08-04, 05:19 PM	Gene smiles at her brilliantly, seemingly higher in spirit than he has been for a while. "...it's...not a problem now. It no longer pains you, and you've survived. I'm...I...don't know how to put my emotion into words, for no words could justify what I feel...but...I suppose...joy...could be as close as word as possible for common tongue." Then smiling, embracing her quickly and then stepping away before -accompanied by a faint purplish haze- his twin blades return. "My mind...has becomed fogged, Flayhara. I...ah...don't have anything but a walk in mind. Do you have anything we'd rather do?" His own eyes seem reluctant to even glance away from hers, but with some time, they loosen their appearent fascination.
Flayhara Magerie 01-08-04, 05:41 PM	She grins back to Gene, "A walks sounds good Gene. I, myself, can't think of anything that seems more invigorating than that. Besides, we will be able to converse with more people and show off our good moods." She gently grabs a hold of his arm and waits for him to lead the way.
Gene_Kynes 01-08-04, 05:44 PM	Nodding...he...well, begins walking around the ship, sticking to the outside. The cold wind helped to clear the fog, to sober him from the touch of love...but her own touch in return kept the swelling of positive, but combined emotion alive. "...show off our good moods? I...suppose it'd be good. I smell more and more war upon the winds. But...ah...I have...a request of you, Flayhara."
Flayhara Magerie 01-08-04, 05:48 PM	She looks to Gene with a smile, "A request? Oh..? Uh, sure go ahead and request away." She smirks at that and shakes her head at herself. Suddenly remembering her hair being all messed up she snaps her fingers and her hair is pulled up behind her neatly.
Finwe 01-08-04, 06:12 PM	Originally posted by aravilar_holistacia ((OOC: No, no, no! Arms-major is an elven rank that goes like this: Fleet Commander (that's Ava)>> Arms-major (that's keldorn)/Spell-major (there is none) >> etc etc etc *snip* Ringon would make a good spellmajor....
aravilar_holistacia 01-08-04, 06:17 PM	OOC: Bring in Finwe.... hehehehe
Good Knight 01-08-04, 07:04 PM	(ooc As far as not clearly understanding the post about Aravilar’s giving of command. It would be best if Agudo puts that in his next posts with Aravialr. That way the flow of the story goes well.) After the two Arch mages left and Emeraldeyes had spoken with the Queen. Keldorn considerd his options. “My friends and fellow compatrates in this coming fight. I agree with Emeraldeyes. If long time friend and Agudo the Arch mage of Light can see The truth in the Elf then whatever he says will be my word as well.” He walks to the door. “Now if you will excuse me my Ladies of valor, I must gather the troops of the RadiantHeart.” He makes a small bow and smiles as he leaves.
Messianica the Savior 01-08-04, 07:43 PM	http://nwn.unforgottenrealms.net/downloads/portraits/lyn05_lg.jpg Messianica was smelling some fresh flowers that were brought to her by some of the children of the city. When her faithful aid Savael walked in. She gave him a long pleasant smiles as she walked up to him and put her arm around his shoulder. “I knew you would come, as always your timing is perfect.” She squeezes a little then continues speaking. “We will be moving are forces against the dale lands soon, for those who will convert have done so. But sadly the Clerics of the false gods seek to stop us and even now an inquisition has begun against are sisters and brothers. I will want you Savael to lead are army at the Zhents Keep.” She looked into Saveal’s eyes. “I know you can do this like know other, I can feel the strength in you” At that moment a scream went out, a dark figure fell to the ground. Messianica looks up and sees Kheldar and she laughs in a pleasant sounding way. “My hero! I must say you are very good at what you do. And no I have not lost faith in you, in fact the reason why I am calling for more bodyguards is that I have a special mission for you Kheldar. She doesnt take her arm off of Savael but she does look kindly at Kheldar. “You know what it is to make mistakes in life, sacrificing others for your own good. Don’t look surprised my brave protector. The newly arrived free Drow, in the city speak of your deeds in the underdark Kheldar” She leads Savael over to Kheldar and looks sadly at him the bodyguard Rouge. “It is time to know what it is to live in the city of Redemption, dear Kheldar. The name says it all. I am sending you on a mission of Redemption. For a great army comes to in slave us all. They seek to take away are freedom once more to restore the evil gods of this land. Even the Red Wizards.” She looks at Savael and smiles sweetly. “I will not let these people suffer any longer, those like Savael. He will not be spit upon, nor shunned! We our all equal, and that is why I need you Kheldar to kill” She pauses. “The Arch Mage of Light, Agudo”
aravilar_holistacia 01-08-04, 07:53 PM	Aravilar's elven ears twitched. I will not let these people suffer any longer, those like Savael. "He will not be spit upon, nor shunned! We our all equal, and that is why I need you Kheldar to kill the Archmage of Light, Agudo.” Aravilar said, "Messianica is up to something." Aravilar then cast a spell... A blue field of light surrounded the ship. "Agudo, we must make haste," Aravilar said. "Mystra has given me a gift... But it is wasted without action." ---------------------------------- OOC: Name Attunement, Chosen of Mystra SQ. Aravilar has cast a wish spell that allows him to hear the following names spoken by anyone near the city of Hillsfar: Agudo Keya Keldorn (Queen) Elisa Emeraldeyes Congrats, Messianica, you've made your first RP mistake. *plotting* *scheming*
Gene_Kynes 01-08-04, 07:56 PM	Gene sighed. "The closer the wars of wind blow, the more I realize something. I will be...stronger in battle, if I knew for a fact that you were safe." He then squeezed her hand, offering a small, but genuine, smile. "...I'm not asking you to retreat from battle. I'm not asking you to be a sheltered blossom of beauty, hidden from all in the world without tasting adventure. I'm merely asking you to remove any other necklace you have on you...and...replace it with this one." He flicks up what seems to be a ring on a leather cord from appearently nowhere...yet she can recognize the words inscribed upon both it's outer and inner surfaces as Netherese. "I'm not 'branding' you...don't worry. As I've said, too often, jealousy consists of self-love, rather than love itself. The necklace serves another purpose, which'll assure me that you're safe, no matter how far you wade into battle. But...in return for you assuring me of your safety, I will assure you that I will fight by your side when you first lay foot on the battlefield. Before the battle though...I've...some...ah..." Gene seems to be searching for the word... "...tricks of the trade, I'd like to teach you. Forgive me for daring to sober the mood, but..." He then grins, planting soft kisses along her jawline. "...I'll compensate. Either way...you lead the path. I'm sure plain laps around the ship will make things much too...predictable, eh?"
Flayhara Magerie 01-08-04, 08:06 PM	She catches the necklace and puts it on, "I normally don't wear necklaces dear Gene, but for you I shall." She narrows her eyes with suspicion at him, though a playful smile remains on her face, "What kind of tricks of the trade are you talking about?" She grins, "Of course I thought we'd walk around the deck. Its nothing to particular." She sighs and looks up to Gene then back down almost in a troubled way. She tries to hide it with a smile.
Gene_Kynes 01-08-04, 08:19 PM	He sighed...before leaning against the railing. "Forgive me, but I...must sober the mood." Guiding her to the rail, he then guides her hand to his hair...then clasping her fingers around a single hair. "Yank."
Lady_Astrianna 01-08-04, 08:19 PM	Finally, the druid walks into the lobby looking for Lady Hoot or one of the faeries. "Lead me to my room, if ye would."
Flayhara Magerie 01-08-04, 08:23 PM	She watches as Gene leads her hand to his hair and then looks at him curiously, "You want me to pull a hair out? What makes you think... or should I ask what are you doing?"
Gene_Kynes 01-08-04, 08:26 PM	Gene sighs. "Trust me. It'll give you a scope of things. Now please, yank?"
Flayhara Magerie 01-08-04, 08:31 PM	She shakes her head, "Well alright, but I won't enjoy this. Perhaps on...errr.. okay I'll leave well enough alone." She yanks on the strand of his hair, wincing as she does it.
Gene_Kynes 01-08-04, 09:06 PM	He blinks as she pulls out...an amazingly fine thread of metal. "Perhaps on...what? ...you explain unfinished words to me, and I'll explain what that is. Mithral, blends with my hair color. Strong enough to serve as a garrote, enough to cut into the flesh. Even when stripped, weakened, and deprived of spells...it's important to still be a threat." He sighs. "I won't truely...erm...go as far as to hide the metal in your hair from the root, but...I'll weave it into your hair. If you wish, of course." Shrugging...he then smiles at her, weaker still. "I hate death, Flay. But death is all I can give to those whom I cannot offer love, or apathy. Black, white, and gray, so to speak."
Flayhara Magerie 01-08-04, 09:10 PM	She inspects the hair and nods, "It sounds very useful! Of course I wouldn't mind you weaving it into my hair." She grins to him, "I was just going to name someone that I don't particularly wish to speak of." She turns her head to the side, then leans her hip on the railing.
Gene_Kynes 01-08-04, 09:15 PM	He nodded, rubbing the spot where she had pulled the hair faintly, before taking it from her. Or attempting to, at least. "...Aw, now don't leave a dark cloud of mystery over my mind. I'll mention something y'don't know, if you tell me who that person was. Please?" He lowers himself to a knee, and giving...well...puppy-eyes. Most certainly in jest, but...there's some curiousity there.
Flayhara Magerie 01-08-04, 09:21 PM	She grins as he tries to take the piece of mithral and holds it behind her back. "Alright, alright... its someone that I have an idea who might have killed my tribe. From my dream and my own thoughts I have an idea, his name is Gordrin. A long enemy of mine as he wanted my position, power, and resources." She looks away from him and stares into space, the memory running through her mind.
Gene_Kynes 01-08-04, 09:26 PM	Gene frowned. "I'll have to...speak...to this Gordrin." He then sighed. "My part of the bargain...well, ah...what d'you want to know?" He seems to be attempting to lighten up the conversation, from his subtle tones and looks, even as he creates a small tug of war for the mithral hairstrand. A grin spreads across his features.
Flayhara Magerie 01-08-04, 09:36 PM	She grins, "Think your going to get it back from me that easy?" She keeps a firm grip on the strand and pulls Gene closer to her at the same time. "Let's see how well you do while distracted." She smiles, then leans up and kisses him softly on the lips.
Gene_Kynes 01-08-04, 09:40 PM	He smiles into the kiss, tilting his head slightly as he returns it softly...but his grip on the thread never ceased. Just as good as when focused, love. Just as good as when focused.
Finwe 01-08-04, 10:43 PM	Originally posted by aravilar_holistacia OOC: Bring in Finwe.... hehehehe Are you SURE? Iwill get him u this weekend if you want, (the Half LeShay version), but only if the really want him to. BUt I think RPing two characters might be a bit of a hassle.
aravilar_holistacia 01-08-04, 10:47 PM	OOC: Hey, I RP Keya! http://photos.yahoo.com/aravilar_holistacia go there for a pic!
Gene_Kynes 01-08-04, 10:51 PM	OOC: Heh, looks kinda like Yuna. Early concept, or FF X-2?
Agudo Archmage 01-08-04, 10:58 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork Gordon R. Quigley copyright © 2003, The slight breeze blew as his blue and white robes moved in the wind. “Tell me Aravilar what is troubling you so? For you wanted to speak with me. I understand about Keys wanting to come back. I am also happy to know you will try to focus on the battle at hand:” Agudo pauses as he considers his next words, rubbing the back of his neck. “Do you wish to be free of your status as a Chosen?” He holds up his hand and smiles. “I am not questioning your faith… Just your own need to be free of manipulation over your love life?”
Agudo Archmage 01-08-04, 11:03 PM	Lady Hoot was talking with Elvina when the new Druid teacher walked in. "I shall show be happy to show you" Lady Hoot leads the way up the Wizard tower until they come to a large classroom. The room is full of tree and rare plants, the skylight shine brightly as a stream of water flows along down the middle of the class. "I hope this will do Lady Astrianna Lady Hoot say.
Flayhara Magerie 01-08-04, 11:19 PM	Originally posted by Gene_Kynes He smiles into the kiss, tilting his head slightly as he returns it softly...but his grip on the thread never ceased. Just as good as when focused, love. Just as good as when focused. She smiles as she pulls back from him, "Hmm... I guess you work well under distractions." She grins then lets go, "Alright you won fair and square."
Lady_Astrianna 01-08-04, 11:23 PM	Astrianna bows to the Lady Hoot, gratidude reflected in her expression. "This will more than suffice, my Lady Hoot. Ye have shown me much kindness already; I don't know how I shall ever repay ye. Thank ye."
aravilar_holistacia 01-08-04, 11:23 PM	OOC: How'd you guess, Gene? ^_^ That's Lenne, from X-2. Aravilar looked to Agudo. "I am free now, Agudo... I can never be rid of Mystra... But there is no more manipulation. I am free again." The archmage turned to the setting sun. "Kulideb knows in her heart here can never be anything. Soulbinding, remember?" He grinned slightly.
Agudo Archmage 01-09-04, 01:04 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork Gordon R. Quigley copyright © 2003, The Archmage of Light smiled and put his hand on his friend shoulder. “Its not me you have to convince its the Queen, she was the one who defended you most. Yet when you started….Sorry…crying ..and stopping in mid sentence… it really surprised her.” He looked out over the railing, admiring the clouds before continuing. “Never the less my friend, I shall tell them, to give you the chance you so rightly deserve.” Agudo pats his fellow Archmage on the back. “Come now lets go together and show them your ready…But one last thing… Someday your going to have too stand up for yourself and tell Mystra and who every else.. that your heart is not a toy to be played with!” With that he starts walking with Aravilar.
Agudo Archmage 01-09-04, 01:06 AM	Lady Hoot flaped her wings and smiled. "Your more than welcome my friend Astrianna." She looks on as Astrianna checks out the place of her new class room.
kulideb 01-09-04, 05:12 AM	Kulideb took a deep breath and walked over to Agudo and Aravilar. She couldn't quite look Aravilar in the eye as she spoke. "I think it would be best if I where else where." She looked down at her feet, then back to the two men. "I think that people would feel more trust in you my Lord, if I'm not around. My skills are in sneaking and hiding, Please allow me to go on a head to Hillsfar. It wouldn't take me to long if I shadow jumped." She met Aravilars gaze, with a pleading look.
Gene_Kynes 01-09-04, 05:40 AM	He frowned. "If I had known you were going to give up from just a little resistance, I'd just let you have it." He then winked, and the frown became a grin. "What now?"
Kheldar Devaentar 01-09-04, 05:41 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif Kheldar looks a bit perturbed. . . "The newly arrived Drow?" Kheldar shuddered a bit, he hated Drow with a passion. "I have that much of a reputation down there? What I did in Menzoberranzan happened about 10 years ago. . . they still remember it?!?" Actually, Kheldar had returned to Menzo once after that incident. . . A year ago he had been hired to assassinate one of the High Priestess of Loth. . . The encounter hadn't gone well at all. . . It was one of the things he didn't mention to his employers. "Well, I guess I did. . ." Kheldar stopped. . . He was ashamed at what he had done. 10 years ago he had been a slave inside of Menzoberranzan. Hell didn't even begin to describe the experience! In order to escape he had to sacrifice a lot of his friends. . . He promised he would liberate them all. . . But in the end he used them as a diversion to escape. . . He had created a massacre and escaped in the chaos. . . The worst of it was, he had never intended any one else to make it out alive but him. . . Well, him and one other person that he simply couldn't leave behind. . . His best friend. ". . . Bah, you probably already know what I did. . . ANY WAY, I'm more than a little surprised that's still in circulation. . . especially with my name attached to it!" Note to self, kill all the Drow in the City of Redemption. . . "Ahem, and this business with Agudo." Kheldar's eyes lit up. "That, of course, was never a part of our original contract - But I'd be more than happy to outline the details of a new contract." It didn't even take magic to detect the greed that oozed out of the rogue. He began calculating numbers in the air. "The price would start at 100 thousand, add 50 thousand more because he's a magic-user. . . Assassinating the Archmage of Light brakes my second rule* that we already outlined in my previous contract. . . so that doubles the price to 300,000 and. . ." Kheldar thinks for a moment. Already his price was shockingly much higher than the ridiculous amount of money he had asked for his service as a bodyguard. . . "I think that covers everything. Well, everything upfront I mean. . . The amount you invest in the loyalty fee† is completely up to you." Kheldar reaches into his cloak and pulls out a lengthy contract. With a flick of his wrist a black feathered pen appears in his hand and he begins filling it out. He looked almost too happy! Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley *Kheldar's second rule is that he will not assassinate a good cleric or paladin. . .Because it's the second rule, it can be avoided by doubling the cost of the assassination. . . The third rule can be avoided by tripling the cost, etc. †The "loyalty fee" is a gimmick Kheldar employs to squeeze more gold out of potential employers. It's a simple device, employers state their loyalty fee. . . If the victim of an assassination is willing to pay more than the employer's loyalty fee, Kheldar will assassinate the employer instead. Loyalty fees are charged separate from the cost of the assassination.
Flayhara Magerie 01-09-04, 12:11 PM	She lightly shrugs, "Well we could always stay here and just talk if you want. I'm not in any mood to do anything particular, are you?" She smiles and holds onto his arm, "Unless you prefer to keep walking around...." Flayhara looks around with a smile, then looks down at the necklace.
Agudo Archmage 01-09-04, 12:18 PM	Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif The Archmage of Light was delighted to see his wise student Kulideb. Yet was sadden to hear she wanted to leave the ship do to all the problems. He looked at High Elvin Mage Aravilar, and shared an idea. “We could use a loyal friend in Hillsfar, and Kulideb would be perfect as a spy. He then spoke with Kulideb. “My most excellent student, Kulideb if Aravilar agrees; then I would be pleased to loan you one of the Elvin Pegasus on board.” He frowns as he considers the dangers “Besides even with your shadow jumping, we are thousands of leagues from the north. At least five more days of traveling by ship…. you would drain yourself and your magical abilities by jumping.….I shouldn’t tell you this Kulideb, for it may dampen the spirits of are magic users…But the city has some how shielded it self , from magic… We believe that it’s possible that she "Messianica" has one of the so called deities on her side… or worse…” Agudo shook his head at the thought. “Please take the flying horse, they are very loyal.” ((OOC Magic has been dampened over the city of Hillsfar for miles around it. How? That will be reviled in more detail latter as the plot thickens…and besides my one rule is as DM..Part of the fun is just getting there.... Just look at this love boat...if we ZAP are way over to hillsfar .....we would have never had... the great story telling... that has taken place on this ship....Soooo controle the god like powers everyone )):D
sculyblast 01-09-04, 12:52 PM	((ooc: to Emeraldeyes, the Queen and Keldorn.. mytus is also in the war room and has made a.. how shall I put it.. "suspective" theory on aravilar, please re-read my posts if you mist it. )) mytus was left alone with the Queen and Emeraldeyes, in the war room. his temperal plans were simple, wait untill everyone has left the war room and then copy the blueprints.. in koes ofcourse. hmzz it is harder to win agudo's trust then I had imaged it, so what els are we going to do about that one, let's see.. a recue-on-self-sacrifice would just do.. yesss.. all I need is a obeying assasin, probably Tirmes (a person out of Mytus "friends" book) he would just do, yes and I would be saved by my dairy that would be accidentually in my breast pocket.. yess... mytus started to tap his feet, forth and back, and forth and back, forth and back and so on. hmzz aravilar may be starting to suspect somethings.. hmzz this one is starting to get so hard.. yess.. why don't I just leave them while I have proved them they need me? that would grand some point, would it?.. yeah it would but standing through your hard times may grand you more points.. yesss..... suddenly a look of mytus eyes changed, and a new voice entered his head.. mytësúnycie länibu'knu-partísfura, another task has been send to you, by your superiors, by your ancestors, you are to grand us the trïbëÚds of 2 of these... you may tap upon a single one of us for aid.. (thought sounding a bit angry) my trïbëÚds- master! I bear it as a insult that you doubt my ability to succed this task my own. non aid shall be taken!! It may be your choise... silence, the voice stoped and mytus knew what he was to do... playing time was over.
Elvin Queen 01-09-04, 02:38 PM	{Sorry Mytus but if it makes you feel better, Agudo did nod his head as a reply to your post before walking out.} The Queen Elisa wasn’t through yet, but what could she do? “Mytus you seem to be someone who cares for my fellow elf mage. Do me a favor here is the key to his room, go see if you can find anything; that would cause his emotional unbalance” they were apeaking about Aravilar, but did not need to say his name; do to the fact that he was the topic of converstion.
Messianica the Savior 01-09-04, 03:45 PM	http://nwn.unforgottenrealms.net/downloads/portraits/lyn05_lg.jpg Messinaica was taken aback, by Kheldar’s greed, she puts her hand on her chest; as she closed her eyes, then opens them to talk. “My! Khledar your lust for silver and gold, is? Well like some men’s lust for woman.” She thinks about her options then smiles. “Come everyone we must gather the treasure; that are brave hero Kheldar so rightfully needs on his quest.” Seeing that Savael was about to protest, the astronomical amount, she turns and put her soft slender finger on his lips. “Shhhh, my brave general and aid, trust me Savael” She looks at Khledar who can hear her as she speaks. “ He wants something of value, let me give it to him. For silver coin, is nothing for us, we do not tax the people for that is slavery!” Messianica takes both men by the hand, and walks them outside the castle, and into the large plaza. “Messengers send for all the people of the city. For my hero Kheldar needs coin, for his action to fight are enemy. Hurry tell them to bring whatever they have.” Off the messengers went, as fast as they could; trumpets were sounded, people yelled from the windows. Within an hour tens of thousands of peasants stood around them. All screaming with happiness. {MESSIANICA WE LOVE YOU, FREEDOM FOR ALL!} Messianica raised her hands to silent them. “My sisters you have been freed! Yet an army of evil comes to put back those chains on your wrists” {NOOOO the people screamed.} She turns to Kheldar, and put her arm around his shoulder. “This man needs recourses to do his job, coin of all kind. Kheldar is a brave man who has said that he can slay one of the leaders of this evil army. That being Agudo!” The crowed Boo the name and hisses. “I shall never Tax you, for that is enslavement, yet will you not help me fight for you, do you trust me? Please sisters, Please brothers, give Kheldar what he wants, that being coin.” She then stood silently waiting. What was surprising was that the crowd was so calm, when they walked up in two and threes. Tossing their copper, silver, gold and even platinum coins at Kheldar feet. Some brought pearl necklaces, others brought ivory cups and even rarer objects; like Elvin Fresco painting. As they did some would tell, why they were giving all their life savings. Woman, men, children of all races, from Halfling to Gnomes even fairies. Told of the tragedy of their former lives. The rape of loved ones, the murder of children, hunger, crying, pain, and yet they all ended with the same thing, happiness of being free here in the arms of Messianica love. Then as the last coin, on the huge mound, was tossed at Kheldar feet. A six year old drow girl, walks up to Kheldar. She has dirty rags on and in need of a bath. She speaks so softly as she take Khledar hand. “I have no coin to give you” She kneels on bended knee and kisses Kheldar’s hand. Looking up at him, with tears in her eyes, she continues to kiss his hand. Messianic looks at Kheldar then bows on bended knee, and lowers her head to Khledar. Over thirty thousand people see this and go quite, tears in their eyes; they all bow on bended knee to Khledar as well. Silence was all that could be heard. {ooc picture a camera slowly zooming back, from Kheldar, over the wide plaza. Showing everyone facing him as they wait for his answer, to save them from the evil army of Agudo.]
kulideb 01-09-04, 04:01 PM	"Thank you Agudo." She went to move away but stopped and looked at Aravilar. "It is for the best this way my Lord.Amin hiraetha." With that she did turn and leave.
sculyblast 01-09-04, 05:57 PM	mytus took the key to aravilar's room "on the question of the queen" with pleasure "I will help you how ever I can my lady." mytus left the room, but Instead of going to aravilars room he went to his own room, picking up some stuff, and putting it them across aravilar's room. then he went back to the war room and handed a black gem over to the queen adding: "I don't know exacly what it is, aldue I think it looks suspicious" ((ooc: yes I noted that agudo noded that's why he is not in the list))
aravilar_holistacia 01-09-04, 07:11 PM	Aravilar watched Kulideb leave. He sighed and said, "Yet another person I have harmed because of love..." Aravilar said to Agudo, "Let us to the Queen... I must tell her the truth behind it all." Aravilar led the way to the War Room. "My lady," Aravilar began, "We must speak. Alone."
Lady_Astrianna 01-09-04, 07:21 PM	As she walks around the room, she begins whispering words ins ome odd, unknown language. Instantly, it seems, all manner of creatures come in through the door; birds, snakes, even a gopher pokes his head out of the ground. She looks to Lady hoot. "when shall I expect students, do ye think?"
Gene_Kynes 01-09-04, 08:45 PM	He shrugged to her. "To walk, merely lead me. To talk...spark a conversation. I'm open to both." He smiles, slightly, before planting a quick kiss upon her lips. "As always." OOC: aravilar_holistacia OOC: How'd you guess, Gene? ^_^ That's Lenne, from X-2. Too lazy to put the /quotes. Erm...the Farplane bug-things around her. :P Eh. For some odd reason, I'm focusing more on dothack than FF. It's unnatural, to forsake FF, but...you know.
Elvin Queen 01-09-04, 10:42 PM	The Elvin Queen was looking at what Mytus had brought, when Aravilar arrived. “Thank you Mytus,” She turns to Arch Mage Aravilar, "it is well that you have returned to us safely.” She then walks over to a side room. “Yes?”
Angel Elf 01-10-04, 09:10 AM	“Do you cook Ringon? I always wanted to know a man who could tickle my taste buds with delights.” She giggled some more as she walked long with him.
kulideb 01-10-04, 10:13 AM	The elf made her way back to her room to pick some of her belongings, she had just opened her door when she saw Mytus leaving his room. She entered her room and picked up her backpack. She was ready to go, but first she would go speak to the Elvin Queen about Aravilar. She entered the war room in time to see Mytus pass some thing to the Elvin Queen, she wasn't close enough to hear what was said though. Lip reading lessons would be useful when this is all over she thought to her self. She was about to step forward and talk to the Queen when Aravilar entered and asked to talk to the queen first. ((I wanted her to see Mytus go into his own room but not into Aravilars.))
sculyblast 01-10-04, 10:28 AM	when the queen finally left the war room mytus started to copy the blueprintes of the war plans, he wrote them all down in koes, then when he finally finished the writting, he put the pages in his pockes (please pm me if there are tactics in these plans that are striking things that would interest mytus) he stayed in the war room for another while and then left to his own room. ((ooc: kulideb, mytus got to his own room, to the room of aravilar and then to the war room, he may be a faster walker then you are, but I am putting this here if you didn't see he went to aravilar's room as well))
Finwe 01-10-04, 01:54 PM	Originally posted by Angel Elf “Do you cook Ringon? I always wanted to know a man who could tickle my taste buds with delights.” She giggled some more as she walked long with him. "Cook? When you've traveled across Faerun for a millenia, you certainly pick up a few recipies along the way. What would you like to eat, or do you wish to have a surprise?"
Flayhara Magerie 01-10-04, 04:21 PM	She smiles and starts walking, to nowhere in particular. "Well, Gene, I hate to begin speaking of such matters but it best spoken. Do you know what to expect when we arrive? Is there a plan of somesort for a surprise attack or what?" She looks up to him, then back in front of her.
aravilar_holistacia 01-10-04, 05:46 PM	Aravilar began in as careful a tone as possible. "My lady..." "There is no emotion harder to overcome than love... You know?" the mage said, motioning for the queen to sit at a small table. "But it has been done. I know now why there was such confusion over me... Hanali and Corellon and Mystra have told me... And then it was blank. "The answer to everything is laid bare for all to see. The soulbinding of myself and my wife Keya was the problem. And now it is no longer a problem because everyone must accept that." OOC: More to come with this one.
Let me tell you a Story 01-10-04, 09:46 PM	Emeraldeyes had left the room just before Mytus, made his move on the maps ;) She had gone out to get some fresh air. “Such a lovely ship” She said to know one in particular “If only I could have one of those famous floating cities of old.” She smirked. “But a floating Glade instead.”
Angel Elf 01-10-04, 09:59 PM	{Ship} Ringon asked What would you like to eat, or do you wish to have a surprise? Angel took hold of Ringon arm and winked. “Surprise me!”
Finwe 01-10-04, 10:29 PM	SPICY food. Ringon goes away into the kitchens for about two hours, and returns with a gourmet meal of grilled-swordfish marinated in elven wine, with assorted grilled peppers and vegetables, topped with several lemon slices. On another dish are assorted baked fruits, with rich chocolate sauce and caramel cream dip. "Would you like a small snack, or just a little treat?" OOC: its about noon now, I guess.
Angel Elf 01-11-04, 12:12 AM	Angel reaches out for the sweets and nibbles away, then try’s the fish and smiles. “Very good, you would make a fine mate! Can you do house cleaning as well? Also what of children, are you good at taking care of them?
Finwe 01-11-04, 12:27 AM	Pleased that Angel likes his food, Ringon answers her other questions, "Do I look like the type of person who needs to clean? I have not mastered the arcane arts for nothing. I could create several permanent servants who would do all of our cleaning. But children, I have not had much experience with, unless you count dragon hatchlings, but with them I was always asked to take care of them by the other dragons, so yes, I guess that you could say I am good at taking care of them. Although elven babes might be slightly different than wyrmlings..."
Zollex 01-11-04, 12:28 AM	"Camaris, let's head up to the front of the ship. We should be getting to Evereska soon, and I've never seen the city from the air. I also have to be ready to pick up those bladesingers I promised," Zollex said. "I have heard the city is even more beautiful from the air."
aravilar_holistacia 01-11-04, 12:46 AM	Aravilar opened his mouth to say more... but a twitch in his mind stopped him. "My lady, I hope you are not displeased with me." Aravilar gave a bow. "You trusted me once... Let us continue that trust." A cry came from outside. "We have arrived at Evereska, my lord!" shouted a soldier into the room. Aravilar jumped from his seat and walked out the door, giving another slight bow to the Queen as he left. Aravilar saw Camaris and Zollex on the deck. "Zollex! Your soldiers are in the Vale!" Aravilar got to the side of the ship and the trio of mages saw a company of bladesingers arranged in perfect rank-and-file inside the gleaming, almost-clear mythal. Aravilar magically enhanced his voice so that the fleet would hear. "Ship captains! Prepare to recieve the elven soldiers!" He paused, and then said, "Soldiers of Evereska!" There was a general roar of acknowledgement from below. "Prepare to board!" They yelled, "Hurrah!" The ships of the fleet descended lower, and as each ship flew lower, it passed through the mythal. "Welcome to Evereska, Army of Light!" Aravilar shouted. He then dispelled the loud enchantment and said to Zollex, "Zollex Kiirstacia, you are hereby promoted to the rank of blade-captain." The archmage pinned two small golden stars to Zollex's cloak. "Go get your troops," Aravilar said with a smile.
Angel Elf 01-11-04, 12:51 AM	Angel set closer to Ringon. “That’s perfect, I need a man who can stay home with the children, when we have them. You will be just fine for my needs. We should wed now and then I shall take you back to my home. So that we can have at least twelve little ones, the first year.” Angel starts to smile even more at the thought. “Of course you’ll have to raise them, when I am off on my dangerous quests.” She pats Ringon on the head. “Can’t have my little man getting hurt out in the cold cruel world. Besides you will be to occupied with house work and razing the kids”
Finwe 01-11-04, 01:01 AM	Originally posted by Angel Elf Angel set closer to Ringon. “That’s perfect, I need a man who can stay home with the children, when we have them. You will be just fine for my needs. We should wed now and then I shall take you back to my home. So that we can have at least twelve little ones, the first year.” Angel starts to smile even more at the thought. “Of course you’ll have to raise them, when I am off on my dangerous quests.” She pats Ringon on the head. “Can’t have my little man getting hurt out in the cold cruel world. Besides you will be to occupied with house work and razing the kids” Sitting closer to Angel, Ringon says: "Wedding now is not an option, unfortunately. We are, sadly, in the midst of war. Do not fear for me however, for I have time enough for both you and our future children, as time is my specialty, and you are my love." OOC: "LITTLE?!?!? ROFLMAO! OOOOC: Are avariels really a matriarchal society?
Angel Elf 01-11-04, 01:18 AM	“What? Men!” She frowns at Ringon “My delicate flower of a man, don’t be ridicules! You wont be needing to worry about wars anymore.” She stands. “Now come, I wont be hearing any thing more about my little man fighting. Its time to take you home, and have you taking care of the house.”
Zollex 01-11-04, 01:28 AM	Zollex grinned ear-to-ear when Aravilar gave him the stars. "Thank you, sir." Zollex moved to the right side of the ship, the side the bladesingers were on. "Soldiers!" the blade-captian yelled. "Divide into three groups! I want one on each of the lead ships! Get to it!" The soldiers split into thirds and each one boarded a ship. "Aravilar, that's all I have to do here. Do we have anything else to do, or are we going to get going?"
Finwe 01-11-04, 01:34 AM	Ringon thinks to himself: "For Bahamut's sake, you can understand the complexities of ther greatest of spells, or even of the nature of time itself, but you can't understand women! *sigh* Infatuation seems to have no limits." Speaking slowly to Angel, he says "Very well. I have wandered for far too long anyways. I should like to settle down to a quiet life, free of thr trifles of the world... Our childred shall become great Archmages who shall rival those of evermeet. But where should we live, my dearest?"
aravilar_holistacia 01-11-04, 01:46 AM	Aravilar, smiled to Zollex. "There is naught more..." But Aravilar was stopped short of saying the rest by the approach of a vaguely-elven man approaching. "If mine eyes are not still blinded so, that must be the approach of the dead alive! Finwe! By the gods!" Aravilar used his spellfire to propel him towards the approaching figure. "Mellonamin-vala!" Aravilar said. "Good to see you! I thought you were dead... which was inept of me. You are not the kind of person... er... LeShay to die easily." Aravilar grinned. "I was hoping you would show yourself. I do have need of a spell-major..."
DiplomaticSorcerer 01-11-04, 02:05 AM	Camaris watched Zollex organize the bladesingers. He felt a little sad that he couldn't play a joke on Zollex now. If he pulled a practical joke on him now, Zollex would lose respect in the eyes of his men. He felt something crawl up the back of his leg. As the rat reached his shoulder and rested, it said to Camaris, "I see that the new reinforcements have arrived. When will these men see battle, master?" Camaris answered, "Not long, my small friend, not long at all. Two days, at the most." He turned to Zollex. "I'm going to go notify my men of when we will get to the keep. I'll probably be there for a few hours, readying a few men who have never seen battle before. Would you care to come along, once you're done here?"
Finwe 01-11-04, 02:10 AM	Finwe smiles broadly at Aravilar, before saying "Die? After I survive both Netheril and the Ruin? HAH! It is good to see you my friend. A spell-major you may yet have in me, for while it has not been long since my last battle, I have actually come here specificaly for that purpose. Let me meet this Agudo whom you have told me so much about!
aravilar_holistacia 01-11-04, 04:56 AM	Aravilar led Finwe back to the flagship. "The Headmaster is upon this ship," Aravilar pointed out. The two elves (or semi-elves, as it were) walked on board the ship and Aravilar introduced everyone. Aravilar pointed to a duo standing upon the ship's bow. "Remember Zollex and Camaris? They are here as well." Aravilar looked up to the observation deck and said, "Ringon as well, and his avariel consort are there... Her name is Angel." Aravilar looked around and saw Emeraldeyes on one side of the ship. "That is Emeraldeyes.... I do not know much about her save that she is here!" Aravilar then went on to explain the rest of the people aboard. "Agudo, the headmaster, is aboard. He is a wise man... A good man. "Elisa is a Queen of the Elves; she is very resourceful and quick-witted. "Kulideb..." he said, pausing, "is a beautiful elven girl. She is a rogue, no doubt about that." "Mytus is an old friend, or so I say he is. He seems to be the same as he was a while ago; cunning and devious." Aravilar then turned and said, "And then there is Keya! You do remember her, you met her such a long time ago at the wedding..." Aravilar trailed off. "I saw her again recently; I went back to Arvandor because she wanted to return to the world of life. I told her that after the war she may be able to do so." Aravilar looked away and said, "I hope this war ends quickly."
kulideb 01-11-04, 07:47 AM	Kulideb felt her self go pale and feel sick at the mention of Evereska, she would talk to the Queen another time. ((Are the flying horses on board?))
Savael 01-11-04, 09:34 AM	Savael gave a sharp hiss, something he often did in the face of anger, as the audacious Rouge named his price. The upstart! How could he even consider naming such an outrageous price! And to the great Messianica of all people... He certainly had some nerve, if that counted for anything... But Messianica touched his lips with her finger, and all thoughts of anger immediately fled his mind. She had touched him... that was all that mattered now... “I will want you Savael to lead are army at the Zhents Keep.” She looked into Saveal’s eyes. “I know you can do this like know other, I can feel the strength in you” Could she feel strength in him? How? He had never led an army into battle before, and certainly not into a bloody siege like this... Zenthil keep, a sprawling metropolis that doubled as a stronghold, shrine-city as well as armoury for the Black Network of the fearsome Zentharim... Could he possibly take on an enemy of such magnitude? If she said he could... If his goddess commanded him... Oh what the hell, you only lived once anyway... yes, and that was exactly the problem here... So, Savael the backstabber. Savael the silver-tongued. Savael Kaaranir, the “faithful” was going to take on the most influential criminal network in northern Faerùn. Well then, finally he’d do something worthwhile for a change... Savael bowed before his goddess then, her hand resting easily on his shoulder “Thank you, Oh mighty Messianica, saviour of our poor souls, by your righteous will alone I shall smite these loathsome hellions back to the very abyss that spawned their wicked taint upon this land...” he cast a quick glance up into the mesmerising eyes of his God “I – I shall not fail” The Rouge, Kheldar was to assassinate the Arcane Lord Agudo. Savaels features remained solemn, but inside he was smirking gleefully... If he knew Agudo like he thought he knew him, this shadow-slinking guttersnipe wouldn’t stand a chance against the assembled might of the Light-blinded paragon... He was welcome to try though, no matter if he failed or not. “ He wants something of value, let me give it to him. For silver coin, is nothing for us, we do not tax the people for that is slavery!” Savael wasn’t quite sure if he saw it like that, but decided to keep his mouth in any case... if Messianica was certain about it he wasn’t about to Argue with her on it. She took them both by the hand and led them outside onto the great Plaza before the castle, calling out to the citizens of Hillsfar to gather coin for the purpose of paying the Rouge. And they did... Men and women, old and young... even children, turned out in near unnumbered masses to deliver their meagre ownings and savings before the feet of their Goddess. Savael could only watch in stunned silence, they truly did love her then... all of them. To dearly and deep to describe with the mere words his mastered. They loved her like a Goddess because she was one... How could Agudo possibly march against this scourge of evil and injustice? He waited then, as the assembled citizens in their thousands and Messianica with them awaited Kheldars reply to accept the task set out before him "You'd better answer correctly now..." Savael though to himself. OOC: Sorry everyone for my slow mailing and all, but it seems that some sort of evil Wizard or spell-weaver of some kind has decided to cast a curse of Slowness on my computer. I’ll try to post as often as I can though.... so pleasepleaseprettyplease... bear with me. Hans aka Savael
Gene_Kynes 01-11-04, 10:58 AM	Gene gently shrugged. "I've still to run the details over Aravilar, but...I do have something planned. As to what we can expect...I try to expect nothing until I can see what their tactics are." He then sighs. "...what're you going to be doing?"
sculyblast 01-11-04, 11:09 AM	when seeing kuideb's sadness, mytus called for her: "Kulideb?" not now mytus, right now you need her trust more then breaking her soul.. spare that for later.. "Child, you look worried, what is wrong? is it anything Aravilar said to you or is it something els?" so you better act very helpfull, that would be convincing enough
Flayhara Magerie 01-11-04, 01:15 PM	She shakes her head, her hair falls gently around her, "I am not sure, I don't know much of the opposing side really. I was hoping you'd explain more of them to me."
Gene_Kynes 01-11-04, 02:55 PM	Gene sighed, slightly. "Followers of Messiacana, a...religious leader. They believe all other religions to be impure, and they attempt to strongarm others into following this woman. They wish for monotheism, they wish to end other religions, both good and evil." "Never underestimate a man driven by passion, in all things. A man who believes in what he fights for, and fights for what he believes in...that's an enemy to worry about. As I've said before...to quell a rebellion, kill the leader if you can, to perform a wonderous task, you might find a wonderous man." Gene snickered. "I was in one of my more bardic moods...and I didn't feel like having to prove myself. Words are a great weapon, spoken in the right tone, and with the right amount of meanings." Giving a yawn, he then glanced up into the sky. "I wonder if Umbra found Aravilar yet." "Bloody...'ell. Can't hear his own name 'less someone 'e likes speaks it? Izzat yer game, 'Vilar? Right then!" With a burst of negative light, colors are drained and contrasted once more...as Umbra stands, clothed in the appearence of Kulideb when she had first come to the school, how Gene and Umbra both recall her. "Aravilar..." is spoken in a sing-song voice, and repeated if the Archmage doesn't seem to hear the shadow-create.
Flayhara Magerie 01-11-04, 03:00 PM	She nods to Gene, "Oh, well, then that needs to definitely be stopped. Besides you can't have war to just make others follow your religion, thats not the way to do things." She stops walking and looks upward for a minute, she shakes her head, and her hair wisps from side to side. "Such things..."
Gene_Kynes 01-11-04, 03:32 PM	"...The strangulation of freedom. Not something many enjoy." Gene shrugs. "In the very least, you fight for something you believe in, eh?"
Flayhara Magerie 01-11-04, 03:46 PM	She nods, "Don't we all Gene?" She walks over to him and smiles, then gives him a hug. "So, lets not talk anymore of this shall we? Instead lets head down to the eating room and enjoy a snack."
Branth 01-11-04, 03:53 PM	Walking through the ship, not paying attention to where he's going, mumbling under his breath. That is what Branth is doing as the ships pull up and recieve there loads of elvine warriors. He paces his way past those on the ship he is on, not really noticing the stares he gets as he passes. Finaaly he stops near front of the ship and finally begins to notice whats around him. Seeing a door he opens it and enters the room, trying to find a spot to sit and ponder his situation some more.
kulideb 01-11-04, 03:56 PM	Kulideb looked at Mytus. "Oh its nothing, well...how well do you know Aravilar? she asked. "Just first he sets my head in a spin, then when I start to see him as a male and not a great leader..he seems to back down." She sighed. "I know I asked him for time, oh I dont know, I mean do you think I should go or should I stay and see if I can sort things out with him." The elf seemed very confused, I bet he wishes he hadnt asked now she thought to her self.
Kheldar Devaentar 01-11-04, 04:54 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/kheldarsketch2.jpg OoC: Sorry guys, due to technical difficulties it's been terribly difficult getting onto the net. . . I will post as soon as I can, but in the mean time please enjoy this sketch inspired by Messianica's last post! It was also inspired by a scribble my brother did! (Maybe I'll post that scribble too later!)
DiplomaticSorcerer 01-11-04, 06:05 PM	disregard this post.
aravilar_holistacia 01-11-04, 07:00 PM	"...Aravilar, but...I do have something planned. As to what we..." "...Aravilar said to you or is it something else?" "...Aravilar yet." "...'Vilar? Right then! Aravilar... Aravilar... " "...Aravilar?" Aravilar shook his head at the rapid succession of voices. "Ye gods, Finwe, but there are certainly enough people talking about me today! Let's see..." Aravilar tried to sort the voices out. "That first was most certainly Gene... The second was Mytus... The third was Gene again, the fourth was... someone and the fifth was Kulideb..." Aravilar frowned. "That someone sounded like a bad recreation of Kulideb's voice... Umbra." Aravilar raised an eyebrow. "I shall return to you soon, Finwe, Spell-Major," Aravilar said. "Make yourself at home; see if you can pull off a practical joke on Camaris there!" The mage sighed and thought, Where do I start? Kulideb and Mytus are talking... but Umbra is looking for me! I think I should see what the shade wants first. Aravilar started to slowly walk around the ship, mindspeaking to the shadows, "Come out, come out, wherever you are.... Umbra of the dark..."
Elvin Queen 01-11-04, 09:38 PM	Queen Elisa was about to question Reviler about his problems more in detail, but the horns blew “Aravilar?’ But he was gone once again, off to do other things that caught his fleeting attention. “This may become a bigger problem, than I thought.” She walked back into the War Room. (ooc Mytus what you found shows were Aravilar plans to attack on the Tesh river. Using it as a trap for Messianica troops)
Angel Elf 01-11-04, 10:08 PM	Jumping Ship' Ringon had asked where they would live and Angel took him in her arms. “We will live in the Mistycliffs, off the treckless sea. It wonderful living so high up. Very peaceful and safe, for my man.” She then took him by the hand and led him to the railing of the ship. “Ready?”
Finwe 01-11-04, 10:16 PM	With a sort of misty impression in his eyes, Ringon walks towards teh railing, and then jumps off, soaring through the wind. Notifying Aravilar out loud that he is leaving verbaly, he flys around Angel, letting her lead the way, to his final retirement spot...
aravilar_holistacia 01-11-04, 10:51 PM	“Aravilar? This may become a bigger problem, than I thought." Aravilar grumbled, "Oh, yes..." Aravilar postponed the search for the shade while he went back to the side room with the Queen. "Well, my lady... I apologize in the highest for my untimely departure... But I am returned. Is there anything you would like to discus with me?"
Agudo Archmage 01-12-04, 09:42 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The Archmage of Light walked along the ship greeting all the new solders as they came aboard. So many dashing Elvin warriors, in their artistic armor, of pale green. Each with such integrate designs of Elvin lore. “Welcome all to this grand crusade of righteousness my friends. We seek to do justice for the realm. So many temples to all races, have been defiled; by the Messianica followers. Yet you shall be the first, to bring justice to your pantheons and all who have suffered under her dark terror” The Elvin woman and men of arms, lifted their baner’s, swords, and bows, in salute to the righteous cause. After the spirit raising speech Agudo made his way back to the War Room. Meeting up with Aravilar and the Queen. "I see we have come together just in time, I hope everything has been worked out?"
sculyblast 01-12-04, 12:17 PM	"I think you should stay. kulideb.. for what my eyes are telling me, and they use to speak the truth to me, aravilar is planning something behind our backs, he only started this.. how shall I put it.. crush on you ony to confuse you and by the suspection you would leave. I rememeber the old days, when he was still a just and fair elf, but know I despite to see the changes he went through.. I have seen them a lot.. who are they you ask? the once with corrupted souls, and they stard to be recongnizable after those much of them.. I hope we'll succeed in getting aravilar back to sapientness" mytus paused for a while and then continued: "I realy think you should stay, and if you need my help I will be right here." now that wasn't that hard. luckily she is a elf, so you didn't have to hug her
aravilar_holistacia 01-12-04, 08:35 PM	"...Aravilar is planning something behind our backs, he only started this.." Aravilar smiled slightly. "Gods damn that insufferable Mytus; when will he learn the two simple words, 'Name' and 'Attunement'"? Aravilar looked to Agduo and said, "My lord, I do not know if everything is settled." Aravilar turned to the Queen. "There is nothing more for me to say willingly. What would you have of me?"
DiplomaticSorcerer 01-12-04, 09:39 PM	Camaris's eyes flashed, and then he spoke, his voice amplified. His voice echoed throughout the ship. "Form up! Get ready for maneuvers!" The mages piled out onto the deck. "I will now attempt to prepare you for the war situation that we will be facing in a few days." Camaris conjured a battalion of phantom warriors, hovering in the air. His elite mages formed a staggered pattern, and Camaris said, "Up!" The men spoke a spell as one and rose from the ship, chanting the next spell in the pattern. "Have at 'em, boys!" The mages finished their spells, and the formation of the phantoms broke, scattering like leaves in a wind. They recovered quickly, though somewhat surprised at the unanimous attack. All of the illusions screamed toward the formation, swords raised and spells on their lips. The formation of Camaris's men splintered into a seemingly random pattern, confusing the illusory enemy. It ballooned out, surrounding the conjured army. The mages sent one spell after another into the enemy ranks. Some of the illusions got through the barrage of spells, but were cut down soon after striking their enemy. Those mages hit by the spells and swords of the enemy were paralyzed, hovering in the air. The men completed the victory with simultaneous Chain Lightning spells. They laughed and faced Camaris. Indris, his lieutenant, spoke. "Why don't you give us a challenge, sir? That wasn't a victory, it was a slaughter!" Suddenly, Indris was hit in the back with an illusory arrow and paralyzed. A new contingent of phantoms struck at the men's unprotected backs, cutting through them like a scalpel. Almost all of his men were disabled after the first attack. Camaris waited until his army was all incapacitated. He then waved his hand, dismissing the illusory warriors. He unfroze his mages. They were silent. "You need to learn to never let down your guard in wartime. Ever. Now, let's go through this again, and I'll switch the formation of the enemy. Make sure to expect anything that could possibly happen. Otherwise, you could end up dead. You may be the most skilled mages in waterdeep, but you are still vulnerable. Make sure to remember that." He ordered them back on deck, summoning the group of warriors again, this time in a completely different formation. His voice rang out clear and commanding once again. "Up!"
Flayhara Magerie 01-12-04, 10:34 PM
Finwe 01-12-04, 10:34 PM	Finwe walked slowly through the ship, taking in every detail, every nick and cranny. Eventually, he found the war room, and began to examine the maps and designs on the table. At times, he would mutter incoherent phrases such as, "mmm hmm," or "ahh, buy what if they...," and even "hmm, interesting..." After about half an hour, he called out loud, seemingly to nowhere: "Aravilar, come down to the war room. There are, Aravilar, several holes within your battle plan."
Flayhara Magerie 01-12-04, 10:36 PM	She looks up to Gene, waiting for his answer on her suggestion. Flay turns to look upward and smiles as she watches the moving clouds drift by, she wrinkles her brow, or was it the other way around? She shakes her head with a smirk at herself then looks back to Gene.
aravilar_holistacia 01-12-04, 10:49 PM	"Aravilar, come down to the war room. There are, Aravilar, several holes within your battle plan." Aravilar sighed and said, "Perhaps it would be best if we took our conversation to the War Room?" Aravilar raised his hands, and teleported away, leaving a slight glow to the deck plating where he transported. "Finwe," Aravilar said, "This is not a good time..." Aravilar said, "I will be down in a moment." The mage teleported back to the Queen and Agudo. "My apologies again, my lady and lord," Aravilar said again. "What is it you must discuss with me, my lady and lord?" Aravilar asked. He looked anxious.
Elvin Queen 01-13-04, 01:22 AM	The Elisa smiled at Agudo when he came in, and then Aravilar said a few words, before popping out then back in. “To answer your question Arch Mage Agudo I am having difficulty of all races an elf.” She points to Aravilar. “Let me be blunt my brother in blood. Your erratic behavior better come under control. Stay focused! I shall grace you with one last chance.” She then comes closer, eye-to-eye. “Don’t fail your Elvin kind with anymore public displays of tears.” With that she marched out of the small room, and back into the War-Room. “Yes Finwe we were in the next room, tell us all of what you have found?’
kulideb 01-13-04, 06:03 AM	The elf nodded at Mytus's words. She held a delicate finger to his lips. "Be care full my friend, when you say his name he hears you." She thought about his words. "There is so much I take at face value. May be I should learn for myself as I once did and not rely so much on information others pass on to me." she seemed a little distracted. "I will go and talk to Ara..to him, and see what he has to say."
Agudo Archmage 01-13-04, 09:22 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley He had taken out his corncob pipe and was taping it on his wrist; to clean it. When Mytus spoke up, from the other room. The Archmage of Light caught sight of Elise the Queen of the Elvis, frown. When High Elvin Mage Aravilar, magically jumped to the next room, then returned almost in the same moment. “I can see that….” But Elisa did not want any more interruptions now that Aravilar was back. She basically made clear that, Her Elvin relative Aravilar is being given an opportunity to show everyone he can do the job…. Without loosing control of his emotions. Only after, when the Queen had stormed out of the side room, did Agudo let out a breath. He put his hand on Aravilar shoulder, and chuckled. “You see! ....That went better than I thought “ He then smiled at his friend. “Come lets us see what’s going on in the War Room, and show everyone why your fame in military tactics is well earned.”
sculyblast 01-13-04, 12:41 PM	"do as you will, kulideb.. you will know where to find me when you are in need of me" and so mytus took off and walked down the halls
Gene_Kynes 01-13-04, 01:55 PM	Gene blinked out of his daydream, and looked over to Flayhara. "Ack...uhm...sorry. Heh...snacks, snacks...right." Seemingly embarassed by his temporary freeze, he gestures to her to lead the way. "After you?" He smiles, lightly. Umbra says nothing to Aravilar when he arrives...but as the man left, he found his robes becoming slightly heavier. Any inspection to the garment reveals a note wrapped around a bar of lead, attatched to the elf's cloak by an adhesive of sorts.
DiplomaticSorcerer 01-13-04, 03:21 PM	Camaris left his men training, and flew to the deck of the officers' ship. He walked to Zollex. "Would you like to train your men by the same method as I train mine? It's very effective, and it's the closest to a wartime situation as you can get. What do you say?"
Flayhara Magerie 01-13-04, 04:05 PM	She smiles, "Its okay, I do that sometimes myself, though I often find me at my village." A haunting half smile creeps onto her face, "How I miss that place..." She shakes her head, then starts to walk down to where the room to eat is. Flayhara nods to Mytus as they pass him and then turns into the room where they need to be. She walks back into the kitchen area, then comes out with a bowl of fruits and a plate of dried meats. Flayhara winks to Gene, "I haven't ate much and I didn't know what you would eat... do you need any vegetables? I can go get some if you like," she turns to start walking back into the kitchen.
Gene_Kynes 01-13-04, 04:14 PM	He softly takes her arm, and leads her to a chair. "This is good 'nough, love. I...don't eat much, anyway." Smiling to her, he indeed doesn't take much, picking out meat. "Say, have you a taste in wine? Not...alchoholic, or 'nything, but I've...got a selection in one of m'portables. Just...give a small while to search it out, and I might find it." He gives a sheepish grin, shrugging.
Flayhara Magerie 01-13-04, 04:17 PM	She looks at him with a smile, "Well that sounds good to me, though I often have it with the alcohol." She grins and winks at him, "I really should lay off so much of it anyway especially when I'm moody."
aravilar_holistacia 01-13-04, 06:57 PM	"Ara..to him, and see what he has to say." Aravilar's ears twitched. "Kulideb..." he muttered. Even a little bit of the name.... The queen said, “Don’t fail your Elvin kind with any more public displays of tears.” Aravilar bowed deeply and said, "Yes, my lady." The archmage nodded to Agudo before walking into the War Room. "My lord Finwe, in less than thirty hours we will be on the banks of the Teshenflow, and we should be getting ready for combat." Aravilar looked about ready to jump off the side of the ship and begin the war right now.
Finwe 01-13-04, 07:48 PM	"You will not survive your battle unless you heed me in this. You see, you have positioned your men to attack the gate here. However, you seem to not have known about the two conealed hatchways on the surrounding walls. He will undoubtedly have a contingent of warriors to come out and flank them. If we want a quick an decisive victory, then we should send the dragons, under the protection of some arrow deflecting spells, to eliminate all resitence on the battlements, then we can freely destroy the gates, with a flank guard on either side of the battering crew."
aravilar_holistacia 01-13-04, 07:50 PM	"Excellent idea, as always, Fin." Aravilar looked to the army's supreme commanders, the Queen and the Light-archmage. "Do you concur?" he asked the commanders.
Agudo Archmage 01-13-04, 10:38 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The Archmage of Light looked up from the map and frowned, as he glanced to Elisa the Elvin Queen; then Archmage Aravilar and Finwe “I believe their must be some kind of miss understanding… We are "Not" attacking the Zhent Keep…. We are attacking the (Army of Messianica) Who is besieging the Keep. It is the wise idea of Aravilar to trick her army to go to the Tesh river” Agudo paused as he considerd his words. “You see the Zhents are enemies of Messianica, different religions as it would be. She must be trying to get them to convert the Zhent…. and of course being followers of evil so called gods, the Zhents refuse.” He looks around the room at everyone, before going on. “We have the ironic duty of saving the Zhents, by attacking Messianicas Army. Granted I would be happy to see both sides destroyed… Yet, were here for one thing… Messinaica and her followers.” He sits down and points to the map. “Her army is here… Near the Zhent keep…. She “Messianica” is in the city of Hillsfar, that she has renamed Redemption city…. We will attack the city last, any questions?”
aravilar_holistacia 01-13-04, 10:47 PM	Aravilar thought about Agudo's words before continuing. "Yes.... We should hope to get to the Keep before the army breaks through its walls, however." Aravilar pointed to the River Tesh. "There. Dagger Falls is where we shall land." He jabbed a finger onto the map. "There is where we will begin the crusade."
Agudo Archmage 01-13-04, 10:59 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley “Perfect!” He smiled They should be a friendly bunch, who could provide information on whats been going on, with the other cities”
Kheldar Devaentar 01-14-04, 03:46 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif Kheldar blinks with a stunned look on his face. This was all so. . . surreal. . . It felt awkward enough when the Drow child kissed his hand. . . but it was almost more than he could take to see everyone bowing down at him!! Why couldn't some assassin try to kill Messianica now? Something to break apart the awkwardness!? A quick surveillance of the crowd and surrounding buildings yielded nothing. . . Of course he wouldn't be so fortunate. Well, time for some good acting then! Kheldar warmly smiles at the Drow girl and bends down on one knee to make himself more her height. She really was worth pitying. . . With her dirty face and ragged clothes, she reminded Kheldar of a pathetic slave rather than a cruel slaver. Using a little sleight of hand kheldar takes out a silky black handkerchief and wipes the tears off the girl's face. After she looked decent enough, Kheldar gently plants his handkerchief in her left hand, and guides her right hand over it. He than stands up. . . Now all he had to do was make up some goofy thing to appease the crowd. Uumm. . . "I promise you all that I will not fail you in this task! With your kind contributions, I guarantee that the master of the wicked will fall, and freedom - shall - prevail!" Artwork copyright © 2003 Gordon R. Quigley
kulideb 01-14-04, 05:58 AM	The small elf had made up her mind. She marched into the room focusing only on Aravilar. "I need to talk to you here and now." she had an air of determination about her. She stopped just in front of him and looked up into his eyes. "Do you love me? or was it just a game to you." the gold flecks in her eyes seemed to glint. With out giving Aravilar chance to speak she carried on. "Do you just like to chase innocent maids, making them fall in love with you and then break their hearts!" "Well!" she said, waiting to hear his reply.
Messianica the Savior 01-14-04, 01:43 PM	http://nwn.unforgottenrealms.net/downloads/portraits/lyn05_lg.jpg { City of Redemption } Only the birds made noise, as the crowd waited, sobbing could be heard in the back ground. Thousands kneeled before Kheldar, waiting for his reply, and then what seem like days of kneeling Kheldar showed mercy on the young drow girl. He then wipes away her tears before making a rip-roaring speech. The crowed jumped up and down, yelling out his name, {Kheldar! Kheldar! Kheldar!} Messianica had tears in her eyes as she walked up and hugged the brave hero of the city of Redemption. “Kheldar my hero you shall save us, from the slave masters, the tax collectors the lawyers, all who seek to rob are freedom!” She then looked at all the treasure at his feet. “I do not know if this enough, but I shall put my most trusted people to count it for you. And when you return Kheldar, all of it will be safely waiting you; the one who has saved this poor drow chilled, from death at the hands of Agudo” The crowd could not hold their excitement any longer, they picked Kheldar up and put him on their shoulders. Woman, men, children of all ages sang praises to Kheldar. {Kheldar the Arch mage Killer! Kheldar the Vanquisher of evil!} Messianica had to jog next to the crowd as they carried Kheldar to the gates of the city. “You will meet Agudo at Dagger Falls, it’s a small town west seven days from here.” She then pointed to something outside the gates of the city. “But don’t worry my brave knight!” She looked up fondly at Kheldar. “You shall not walk there” As the crowd has now set him down, slapping him on the back, and telling him good luck. Khledar could see a beautiful fiery Phoenix. On the back it had a silvery chariot for him to ride on. “This fine creature, was taken from one the now banished; reechoed religions that enslaved the people. It is now a gift to O’ hero of Redemption” As Messianica spoke the little drow once more took Kheldar hand and spoke as well. “I never knew my father, yet Sir Kheldar” She holds back some tears “I would hope he was like you” She knelt down once more and kissed Kheldar boots. Messianica then picks up the dirty drow girl and smiled. The crowd was over come with joy and screams out his name. {KHELDAR IS THE NAME OF VICTORY}
aravilar_holistacia 01-14-04, 11:07 PM	Aravilar put down the map he was holding. "Kuli... this is not a good time..." he mumbled, then he took her hand and the duo appeared high above the ships, in the soaring skies. Aravilar used his other hand to levitate the couple with spellfire. "I do love you... But I can't say what the kind of love is that I feel for you... Romantic? Fatherly? It's all a blur in my mind right now..." Aravilar looked down at the ships. "We are going on into the darkness of the dawn, here, and this is one of those times when you can say anything and a big event happens to wash it away." He looked back up. "Ask me again, sometime, when we are finished with this war." He grinned. "That's when I'll be able to tell you for sure." He sealed the grin with a promising wink before setting her down on the airship's deck. He frowned slightly, however, before he teleported back to the War Room.
Agudo Archmage 01-15-04, 02:39 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Agudo smiles at Queen Elisa, hoping she will see that Aravilar is trying. "Well you did say he needed to stop crying...and well Aravilar is working on it" The Archmage of Light cleard his throat, as he could see that answer didnt sit well with her.
kulideb 01-15-04, 03:43 AM	"Fartherly!" the small elf said, as she watched Aravilar teleport away. So now he thinks I'm a child she fummed. She made her way to were the flying horses were kept. "Sssh, good boy." she said to one of the horses as she led him up on deck. She climbed up on to his back and gave him a nudge. She horse took a few strides and then was air borne. "I'll show him I'm not a child." she muttered as she left the elven ships far behind.
sculyblast 01-15-04, 11:30 AM	you are wasting your time here, hurry up! a great plot awaits you! slow down you are locked in here for some other days.. all you can do is planing and winning there trusts there is still more to do then only that.. you know that yes I know that, but I also know death.. it won't be given to me too early, but will it ever be given to me? ofcourse it will, but not among these guys, once they discover your plot you will be locked in a gem for ever well then I just have to keep my head down.. untill the storm has just began. the truth is in your way, they will realize your plot! you must find a way to undo the truth. undo the truth, No Way! I SHALL NEVER INVOLVE IN GENTLE WAYS!! ofcourse you won't! just make them see you "are" obvious involved in gentle ways then I will start a diary and "loose" it seems reasonable, it worked before, where did you leave the old one? the one on which you where fighting on the site of the paladin and rescued the little childeren? mytus took a small book out of his backpace. the cover was signed with art-ly letters AH there it is, just stard writing now, and you will win their trusts. and so mytus started to write the story of what Good he had done in the last past years
sculyblast 01-15-04, 11:30 AM	you are wasting your time here, hurry up! a great plot awaits you! slow down you are locked in here for some other days.. all you can do is planing and winning there trusts there is still more to do then only that.. you know that yes I know that, but I also know death.. it won't be given to me too early, but will it ever be given to me? ofcourse it will, but not among these guys, once they discover your plot you will be locked in a gem for ever well then I just have to keep my head down.. untill the storm has just began. the truth is in your way, they will realize your plot! you must find a way to undo the truth. undo the truth, No Way! I SHALL NEVER INVOLVE IN GENTLE WAYS!! ofcourse you won't! just make them see you "are" obvious involved in gentle ways then I will start a diary and "loose" it seems reasonable, it worked before, where did you leave the old one? the one on which you where fighting on the site of the paladin and rescued the little childeren? mytus took a small book out of his backpace. the cover was signed with art-ly letters AH there it is, just stard writing now, and you will win their trusts. and so mytus started to write the story of what Good he had done in the last past years
Let me tell you a Story 01-15-04, 12:11 PM	To see Kulideb forcefully come into the war room and demand to see Aravilar, Was? “So romantic” She said out loud. Emeraldeyes nodded her head at the queen, as the Arch mage of Light spoke, “We were all once in love like that, surly Elisa you can be sympathetic”
Elvin Queen 01-15-04, 03:44 PM	Elisa thought about the words of her friends, she didn’t want to lose track of the war. Yet some how Aravilar personal life was always pulling him away "Aravilar I know you can here me, tell the ships to land with in a few miles of Dagger Falls. We don’t want to panic the public, with are large army." "Keep the troops close to the ships, when we do land. I shall send my trust Counselor Agudo and you General Aravilar; to speak with the town mayor. Lets us show them we are here to protect them from the advancing scourge of Messianica."
Finwe 01-15-04, 05:45 PM	"Would it not be better to try to attack the enemy army before it can reach the city, therefore avoiding possible unneeded casualties? We should try to scout out a place where we could lay an ambush for their army, unless there is something about them which I do not currently know..."
Agudo Archmage 01-15-04, 11:27 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley "Yes Finwe your right, that is why High Elvin Mage Aravilar has come to the idea; That we should trick the Messianica army, to come to the river of Tesh. How? Well I am sure a classic charging of some troops, then have them pull back to the river….. For where the real assault can take place.” He then paused. “But.. This is not the place of battle…… the enemy are still miles up the coast…. This is a small town called Dagger Falls. They can give us information on the enemy, and the lay out of the roads. Besides we cant just fly in on the Messianica army…., for these Elvin ships are a work of art, and not made for up close battles from the ground.” He looks at all the others and nods his head, then continues. “We also need a camp of are own and secure supply lines, prepare for whatever may come.”
sculyblast 01-16-04, 12:08 PM	when mytus finished writting all the Good Deeds he "had" done in the past (this is all but a big lie) he took his small diary and droped on the ground near the war room. ofcourse he droped it so that someone could easily drop over it:devil:
Zollex 01-16-04, 07:00 PM	"Yes, Camaris. That would be great. I haven't seen my men in action in too long." Zollex cupped his hands and yelled to his troops, "Bladesingers, ready!" The elves drew their swords and formed into ranks. "Camaris is going to create some illusions. Defeat them as fast as you can." "Okay. Go for it, Camaris."
Let me tell you a Story 01-16-04, 07:56 PM	Emeraldeyes noticed something as she was walking around the War-Room a book? She picked it up and glanced through the pages to find the owner. “O’ this belongs to Mytus” She walked over to the her good friend the Elvin Queen and handed it to her. “Mytus must have dropped his diary, from what I saw, he seems to be very heroic; or at least that’s how he sees himself in his own personal writings.” She laughed
DiplomaticSorcerer 01-16-04, 08:06 PM	Camaris waved his hand. An illusory army apeared in front of him, composed of earthborn cavalry and phantom griffon riders. Their eyes turned upon the bladesingers. "Give the order to attack, Zollex, and I'll order them to try to defeat your warriors." Camaris looked toward the bladesingers. "Don't worry, you won't be hurt, but if you get hit, you won't be able to move until the end of the battle."
Zollex 01-16-04, 09:05 PM	"Got it. Let's go. Bladesingers, defend yourselves!" Camaris gave the order to his illusionary troops. The bladesingers jumped into action, and the phantom forces were immediately on the defensive. The griffons took to the air and their riders drew bows. Not wanting to be so easily flanked, the bladesingers in the second rank turned to protect the rear of the formation. The phantom soldiers in the back ranks moved around to flank the bladesingers. The bladesinger formation began to dissolve. "Form into duos!" the highest-ranking bladesinger ordered. The bladesingers quickly paired off and stood back to back-to-back. The griffon riders started firing arrows at the duos, but the bladesingers deflected most of the shots with their blades. A few were not quick enough and fell, paralized. When the griffons accidently came into range of a bladesinger, they were chopped out of the air with a quick slash. The phantom soldiers only found a few openings in the bladesinger defenses. They steadily grew less and less numerous. When the last phantom had been dispatched, Zollex said, "What do you think? Their blades are just as sharp--if not sharper--as when I left them. Do you have anything tougher they might try? The only way they will learn is if they lose."
aravilar_holistacia 01-17-04, 12:30 AM	Aravilar was poring over the maps when he looked up. "Milord Agudo..." he said, "In thre hours we will be in the Cormyran Stonelands where we are to meet the lord Keldorn." Aravilar walked to the window. "Hmmmmm...."
Elvin Queen 01-17-04, 09:46 AM	{Elvin ships in the Sky} “Thank you Emeraldeyes, I shall hand Mytus his personal effects when I see him.” She walks up to General Aravilar as he muses out the widow, of the elegant Elvin ship. “My relative of blessed folk of long lives, what catches your thoughts? Could it be Kulideb? Or can I hope for a more military applicable thought, from you?’ O’ yes, If you see Mytus tell him we have found his diary”
DiplomaticSorcerer 01-17-04, 12:43 PM	"Ok, I'll create something a little harder." Camaris waved his hand. An exact replica of Zollex's bladesinger army appeared. They looked upon their counterparts. "Attack!" The phantom army surged forward.
kulideb 01-17-04, 02:22 PM	The elf brushed down the flying horse and allowed him to graze. Her body ached from riding for so long. She looked at the food she had gathered, berries! she didn't want to light a fire to cook on, no telling who's around she thought to her self. She sat down, pulling her cape around her for warmth. She had set Shady on watch. The shadow spider moved around spinnging a trail of web. If any thing brushed past the web Shady would know and so would the elf.
aravilar_holistacia 01-17-04, 03:52 PM	Aravilar smiled and bowed to the Queen. "No my lady, I was merely thinking of a solution to the problem of a brainwashed army. I was seriously considering petitioning Mystra for a miracle..." Ava stepped away from the window. "It will be hard to break an enemy's will to fight when they are brainwashed," he commented.
Kheldar Devaentar 01-17-04, 07:15 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif Kheldar grins at the Drow child once again. . . "Show your mother that handkerchief the moment you get back to her - ok?" It was odd. . . Kheldar had convinced himself that his cheer and smiles towards the Drow girl had been nothing but an act to impress the crowd wrapped around him. . . But the two platinum pieces that he had hidden inside the handkerchief couldn't have been acting. . . Another thing that puzzled Kheldar was how could everyone be so happy with him!?! He had just stolen a huge chunk of the city's wealth! He had robbed almost everyone assembled before him right in front of their faces - and they were admiring him?! . . . If this were another city, the citizens would be forming an angry mob against him! The people of Hillsfar, well except the ones who were actively trying to kill Messianica, certainly loved their new queen! "Messianica, you certainly are an exceptional woman! I don't have any doubt that this covers my fee. . ." Kheldar looks over to the huge mound of treasure that lay waiting for him on his return trip. . . A pity that the crowd had scooped him away from it before he could start shoveling some of it inside his cloak. ". . . And I must say, the cumulative wealth of an entire city is a pretty hard loyalty fee to beat. . . And this chariot for transportation! Umm here, please take this." Kheldar produces a beautiful golden necklet with a large purple gem in the center of it. "I know it mustn't look like very much compared to the mountain you just made over there. . . But, I'd like you to have it as a token of appreciation for what you've done. . . Ooh, and before I forget. . ." Kheldar uses his other hand to pull out a familiar, lengthy contract and feathered pen. ". . Can I please have your signature by the X at the end?" Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
Flayhara Magerie 01-17-04, 07:45 PM	She looks to the silent Gene, then looks around her, "Things are starting to get busy around here Gene, are we getting close to the place?"
Lucky Leprechaun 01-17-04, 08:57 PM	Lucky was in the mood for an education, he had a little woman now and he needed to be smart. That way he could start his garlic farm, and make good coin to support his family. Hoping into the class, he whistled. Swoeeerrrrooo “This be some class, I hope ye can teach I, to be good with plants.” He tips his hat and smiles at everyone in the classroom. “Hello owl of the white feathers, ye be a Hoot of a girl” Lucky laughed at his off beat joke. “Dows the teacher be inn teacher in?”
Leenaria The Pixie 01-17-04, 09:03 PM	Leenaria decides to check upon Lucky and she appears infront of him smiling, "Hello Lucky!" she giggles.
Aerie 01-18-04, 01:17 AM	Aerie had heard that a prominent Druid had started a class, in the subject of their way of life. Of all the subjects at her husband’s school, this one intrigued her the most. “I hope I am not late” She said as she entered the room. “Oh my, how lovely it is!” Aerie walked over and smiled at the lovely newlyweds. Lucky and Pixie, I think it is wonderful you are taking class’s together”
kulideb 01-18-04, 05:47 AM	The elf stopped and looked at the sight in front of her, a walled city. She had sent the flying horse back to the ship and had made her way on foot. Her clothes were dust covered, and her feet ached. She pulled her pack higher on to her shoulder, pulled the cowel of her cape up to hide her ears, then set off down the path towards the large gates.
Messianica the Savior 01-18-04, 09:58 AM	http://nwn.unforgottenrealms.net/downloads/portraits/lyn05_lg.jpg Messianica had put down the little drow girl kissed on the her white haired head, “Be off young one and see to your schooling, I shall drop by and help your teachers out soon.” Hearing Kheldar, she turns around and takes he lovely gift. “Your very sweet, I will treasure this, and tell stories of your brave deeds, when I show your grand children this.” Kheldar wanted one more thing before he left. “Why of course, allow me to put my mark on your contract” Brushing aside her long hair she reaches for the contract, and places her thumb on the parchment. When she removes it, not only can her thumbprint be seen; but her name had imprinted into it as well. Giving anyone who saw this the impressions, that some how this contract was binding far beyond a simple peace of paper. “I hope that will do my masculine hero of the lore. We are now soul bound to honor are commitments.” Messianica didn’t elaborate to Kheldar on what that meant. For as she backed up smiling and waving. The crowd also cheered his name once more. KHELDAR MAGE SLAYER, HERO OF US ALL! But Kheldar knew this was something added to his contract, that made his destiny and Messianica one. Walking back to the gates of the city, she sees a stranger who is “not” waving or cheering to Kheldar. Thus made the stranger stand out in the crowed. Walking up to the covered person {Kulideb} Messianica comes next to the stranger, and speaks kindly to this new person. “This is a land of freedom, my new friend, and all shall be welcomed in who seek rest. I am Messianica the Counselor of those who dwell here. Would you be kind enough, to share with me your name? And who knows if you like me” She laughs gently “Show me your elegant face be hind the cloak, for here no one hides, we are all equal. From the stable girl to the richest person.”
Good Knight 01-18-04, 10:08 AM	*The Elvin Ships on the ground* Keldorn Firecam looked out over the bow of the ship. “Excellent job captain” He said to a smashingly charming Elvin woman of beauty. “We have beaten Aravilar here to the Roundy view point. But not worry for I am sure Aravilar is on his way with the fleet. Come lets walk around on solid ground as we wait.” The Knight of the RadiantHeart Order marched down the plank.
kulideb 01-18-04, 10:15 AM	The elf walked into the city, it wasnt at all what she had been expecting. The people seemed far from down trodden or scared of Messianica. Her breath caught, as the lady herself spoke to her. How could she have noticed me amongst all these people she thought to her self. She reached up and pulled her hood down. She bowed her head before speaking. "My name my lady is Kulideb." There was some thing about this woman, the elf tried to remember what she had heard back on the ship about her, to stay focused about her reason for being here. "I have come here, my lady to learn more about you."
sculyblast 01-18-04, 11:32 AM	You are wasting your time!! Fool!! you can vanish from the ships for a while by using the flying horse kulideb was about to use? did she leave? I hope not so.. anyway no one will miss you.. yess.. and so mytus first gathered some of the stuf he needed, and especially the plans of aravilar he gathered and then went to the stables of the flying horses.. " come on, nasty horse-beast! it is a long right to hillsfall" the horse seemed to me unwilling but mytus used some of his intimidate abilities on the beast which allowed him to fly after all, he drove all night to get to hillsfall and put the horse on its utmost speed, showing no mercy of the creature that was getting tired. and then at evening he landed at hillsfall
Eidrog 01-18-04, 06:43 PM	:rolleyes:
Kheldar Devaentar 01-18-04, 06:48 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif Kheldar hid his frown under a typical roguish smile as Messianica left him to greet a new comer to the town. . . She had cast something on him. . . And Kheldar wasn't familiar enough with magic to know what it was. . . Probably something akin to a geas spell. . . How frustrating that Messianica didn't trust him! . . . . . Can I trust her? . . Kheldar pulled out a small, metal loop and stared at it. It was certainly plain looking enough. . . but so were small metal cubes and they could be devastating if used properly. . . He shifted his gaze back to Messianica and put the loop away - hopefully things wouldn't get to that. "So Savael, I suppose you're going to be doing a great deal of protecting while I'm away. . ." Kheldar turned towards Savael. For a wonder, the rogue actually looked concerned about Messianica's safety. ". . . Keep an eye on her. . . Don't trust her life to some drunkards she picks up at a local guild. . . We need sharp people to protect her. There's nothing to say the enemy can't also send spies or assassins. . ." Kheldar curiously looked back at Messianica . . . the person she was greeting had taken off her hood - it was an Elf - One that looked strangely familiar to him, but then all beautiful Elves had a funny way of looking the same.* ". . .Ughh - rises the hair on my neck every time I see her rush out to greet someone new like that. Maybe you could talk to her about that? . . At any rate, I have to stealthily sneak up on Agudo on this shinning silver chariot pulled by a beacon of light. . ." Kheldar approached the chariot and got up on it. "Take care my friends!" And with that he was off like a fire cracker. As the chariot gained altitude, two crossbow bolts flew down in opposite directions, one hitting a strong man with a bow atop a tower, and the other hitting a lean man with two readied throwing daggers atop a store roof. Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
aravilar_holistacia 01-18-04, 08:13 PM	"...Aravilar here to the Roundy view point. But not worry... Aravilar is on his way with the fleet. Come lets..." Aravilar's ears twitched slightly. "Hmm.... Keldorn beat us..." he said to the Queen. "No matter, we'll be there in less than an hour." Aravilar went back to the maps. "Perhaps if we..." he said, pointing to a small bridge, "then we could...." he trailed off. He looked up. He smiled widely and said, "I wonder if Storm or Khelben or Laeral would come if I called them..." Aravilar invoked the names of three of Mystra's Chosen, knowing full well they would hear him. "Laeral, Khelben, Storm;" he said again, "will they come if I call?" Aravilar tapped his foot lightly on the ground while he waited for a sign. --------------- OOC: If Messianica can bend the rules and make it so we can't cast spells, then I'm just going to summon the Chosen of Mystra and see what happens when all of her Chosen force her to restore the magic around Hillsfar. Deal with it. OOC PS: If this is going to turn into a metagaming chess game, then let's just end it now! I can summon the Chosen, you can make up some other godmoding plan, my friends and I will write out an epic spell that will change the very face of Toril... It's really unnecessary... Or is it? We should find a compromise before we really get into the high levels of metagaming and powerplaying and godmoding. I don't really want to see this: Aravilar summoned a comet that smashed through the atmosphere and destroyed Messianica's army. That's just sad. But, it's what we are headed to if this continues, is it not?
Messianica the Savior 01-18-04, 10:24 PM	http://nwn.unforgottenrealms.net/downloads/portraits/lyn05_lg.jpg {ooc As Co/Dm I would be pleased, to see you bring in the people that you “Aravilar” mentioned in your last post. Truth be tolled it will, help explain the “Mystery behind the reason for the “No Magic Zone” around Redemption -City-Hillsfar”} {ooc Now as far as Epic things happening, it should be said that when you join a “Story Game.” In this case belonging to “Agudo” everyone is bound by the DM idea for the story. Yes those who join can “Add” to the story, but “Never” take away from the DM idea. Or if this helps, its Agudo {Movie}the actors can give an idea to help the main story along. But they cant change the {Movie} Yes some actors throw fits demand changes in a {Movie} But when it comes right down to it, the main Idea of the {Movie} Stays the same! With that said Agudo and I have enjoyed your writing abilities Aravilar and so far so good. Just control your superpowers and your NPC superpowers, for the sake of the story And everyone else your all doing great.} Messianica brushed aside some of her long hair, as she was just about to reply to the words of the young Elf, Kulideb. When suddenly Kheldar flew into the sky on his chariot, the crowed jumped and waved before happily dispersing. “You have come to see me?” She makes a dramatic bow then takes the hand of Kulideb. “Kulideb I shall be pleased to teach you everything I know. From showing mercy on the poor, by doing away with taxes, and offering healing for free, to anyone who sick. No Cleric can charge for her services any longer.” They walk into the town center and smiled at all who ran up to her. “These children were orphans once, working in squealer conditions. Practically as slaves, they were given gruel and goats milk, for food; and a dirty room to sleep in.” She bends down and kisses a few of the boys and girls, on the top of their heads. “Run along you will be late for school” Messianica watches as they scamper off. “Kulideb all children go to school for free” Messianica then asked a question. “As a person of Elvin blood, you can see the need to protect the near by forest. Even now legions of Druids are replanting trees, and scaring off the loggers and poachers.” She smiles form ear to ear at the thought. “My new friend Kulideb, isn’t wonderful? There are no more cruel, false gods, to contend with. We are free to choose are own destiny. No longer do the poor give money to temples in hopes of a blessing that never comes. Think about it!” She looks deep into Kulidebs eyes and repeated her words. “Think about it, you are my equal, I do not command you, nor do you command me. Truly we are all a family here, if you are sick, your brother that is a Cleric will heal you. If you are hungry, the baker will feed you, a farmer will grow the food for you. For a mother and father do not charge for food, or shelter, to their family.” She takes Kulideb by the hand. “My sister Kulideb I do hope you will join us, in this new world of freedom”
aravilar_holistacia 01-18-04, 11:10 PM	I'll save this post for a PM.
Zollex 01-18-04, 11:23 PM	http://www.angelfire.com/magic2/zollex/Zollpic.jpg "This should prove interesting," said Zollex when the phantom doubles were summoned. The bladesingers were caught off gaurd. One of the last things they had expected to fight was themselves. "Combat your double!" ordered the lead bladesinger. The sides were perfectly matched; when a phantom fell, so did a bladesinger. The fight came down to the lead bladesinger ans his duplicate. The two danced around eachother's jabs and slashes. They both had two blades, one short and one long. The phantom and bladesinger were in a stalemate--both refused to make any mistakes. Finally, the fight ended. The bladesinger fought the phantom's blades to the side and kicked the phantom in the chest. The phantom sacrificed his right defense to stab a sword through the bladesinger's leg. Seeing the phantom's defenseless side, the bladesinger slashed his sword deep into the phantom's neck. "Very good, Camaris. The fight was very interesting."
Figgy Lady of Darkness 01-19-04, 12:21 AM	Figgy Lady of All Evil and Mass Destruction and Goddess of the Earth popped out of nowhere and stabbed Messianica in the leg. She then cast a super spell with her goddess powers and made Messianica dance like a monkey for everyone. And then she disappeared again. The end.
aravilar_holistacia 01-19-04, 12:23 AM	.
Figgy Lady of Darkness 01-19-04, 12:26 AM	Dont mock me! You- Ooh... *waves* HI! *clingglomp* Heh...
Agudo Archmage 01-19-04, 01:08 AM	Aravilar I saw the post you took down before and can see you and Messianica have your differences. But now your disrupting my Game, and as DM I must ask you to change the post.’ Do to its disruption and obvious disregard to the DM and others. As DM of this thread I am asking that ***Figgy Lady of Darkness*** take down her post or change it.... Also no one can ***control*** the physical actions of another character. That is the** Wizo ** rules as well Now as far as Aravilar and Messianica having a disagreement on this story. I have posted before, as well with Messianica that no magic can be used in or around Hillsfar. Its my idea….. and its part of the story…. she **Messianca** is just doing what I the DM am asking…….. The reasons why will be shown latter, please get along everyone its for fun after all. :D
aravilar_holistacia 01-19-04, 01:23 AM	OOC: I have nothing further to say other than what was in my email and my PM.
Agudo Archmage 01-19-04, 02:40 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The Archmage of Light, looked through his small copper telescope, and chuckled to himself. “ Why it Keldorn Fircam, he already has landed.” Agudo turned to the steward. “ Inform everyone that we have arrived at Dagger Falls” As soon as the ships landed Agudo and a few others walked down the landing ramp. “Peace be with you my old friend Keldorn, I can see your quick as ever.”
Elvin Queen 01-19-04, 09:26 AM	“Make sure my personnel things are pact, and don’t for get my prized blessed rod, of Elvin tree bark.” The Queen had everything to deal with today as they set up camp near the town of daggerfalls. “Emeraldeyes what do think should I go as well? Or would my elegant appearance overwhelm the lowly town folks?” Elisa didn’t intentionally want to sound snobbish; she just sees her Elvin heritage as the highest achievement for any race “Major Quigley” A young Elvin man snapped to attention. “My tent will be on that center mound, the rest of the tents will encircle my own.” She then caught a glance of Counselor Agudo, through the crowed of troops and walked over to him. “My wise human mage, what do see in are future?”
Lucky Leprechaun 01-19-04, 09:44 AM	Lucky was happy to see his woman, in the classroom with him. “Me delicate dragonfly, me sweet potato pie, give me a kiss” With romantic dip, he takes her in his arms and plants a wet one. “I be here to learn how to make a good garlic farm, so that we have a future for are wee ones.” :D
aravilar_holistacia 01-19-04, 10:03 AM	There was a gleam of silver and white in Aravilar's mind as the Chosen tapped into his mental processes. "You have summoned me, Aravilar?" one said. "You called?" asked another. "Yes, milord Aravilar?" called a third. Aravilar smiled with glee at the voices. He greeted each in turn. "Lady Storm; Lord Khelben; Lady Laeral," he farspoke to the Chosen. "It is an honor to hear from you all again," he said, bowing unconsciously. He looked aroudn furtively, then said quietly, "I will talk to you again shortly. Listen for my words within the day." The voices murmured thier assent and were gone. Aravilar frowned and said, "I wonder how long it will take to reach Zhentil Keep?" He frowned more deeply as his Fleet Adjutant, a three-star captain by the name of Traros Courensayr, approached. "Good afternoon, sir," the adjutant said. "Reports are just coming in regarding the fleet status and our landing procedures." Aravilar said, "Good work, captain. Would you mind having the Corps of Engineers create the fortifications here... (he showed the adjutant the map) ...and here?" The adjutant snapped to attention and said, "By your command." He turned and stepped off the ship onto the grassy fields outside Dagger Falls. Aravilar followed behind, but he turned and called to Zollex, Camaris, and Finwe, "Come... 'Tis time to formalize our plans and issue attack orders..."
Branth 01-19-04, 10:44 AM	Branth awakes just as the ships are landing to unload. Streching his aching back , because he slept sitting up, Branth slowly makes his way out of the room he fell asleep in. Blinking in the bright sun light, he walks off the ship and on to the grass. Relizing it's going to be awhile before he finds anyone he knows, Branth walks over to the flying horses that are being lead off the ship and offers to help take care of them. o O(At least I'm not the odd man out now.)
sculyblast 01-19-04, 01:17 PM	then mytus entered hillsfar.. he walked around, took some looks and asked for the one called Messianica. and when he spotted kulideb at the site of messianica he quickly change his hair fashon, he changed the sound of his voice the look upon his face. then he asked one of the surrending persons to fetch Messianica for him since he had some mesage she should realy hear about.
Leenaria The Pixie 01-19-04, 03:15 PM	Originally posted by Lucky Leprechaun Lucky was happy to see his woman, in the classroom with him. “Me delicate dragonfly, me sweet potato pie, give me a kiss” With romantic dip, he takes her in his arms and plants a wet one. “I be here to learn how to make a good garlic farm, so that we have a future for are wee ones.” :D She smiles to Aerie, "I am not in this class just visiting Lucky." Leenaria blushes as Lucky kissed and she hugs him, "That will good for you dear Lucky! I am off to the garden!"
kulideb 01-19-04, 03:23 PM	How can this woman be thought of as a threat the elf thought. "My lady, You have done such a lot. It isnt at all what I was expecting." She looked around at the people in the streets, they really did seem pleased to see Messianica She had known Agudo now for awhile, both as a teacher and a friend. There must be more going on here she thought for him to see this lady as a threat....and yet the world Messianica talked about every one equal was very appealing, no hunger. The elf sighed she needed to spend more time with this lady, to find out more about her. "My lady would you allow me to learn from you....please."
Lady_Astrianna 01-19-04, 09:59 PM	She smiles and bows to the group of people gathering in her room. She gazes at each of them with certain intensity, overflowing with love, beuaty, and perhaps, the very humbleness and essence of the wilderness itself. WIld and ravaging yet...divine, and calm. "Greetings, young masters...you are here to learn how to be one with Nature, yes? May I have your names? I am Lady Astrianna, Protectress of the once grand Stagheart Forest."
Gene_Kynes 01-19-04, 10:41 PM	Gene's eyes snapped to focus, long-staring at the opposite wall. "...Sorry, Flay...erm...next time I do that, slap me...eh? As for your question...it drifted upon my mind...but I could not respond. I'd...guess...we are, no?" Clearing his throat, the Shadowdancer leans over, letting their lips meet for only a faint moment...thoughts plaguing his mind, making the gesture feel distant...almost ghostly. I couldn't feel worse unless I saw a phaerimm...gods. "Listen...I'm...I'm going to go...do my part, to Agudo. I'll...I'll be back a little later." A gloved hand ran through silvery hair, and Gene sighed. "I...know...I'm being a bit of a jerk, all of a sudden...but...I...I...just get this way before a razzia. I'll be back as soon as I can, promise." With a smile, he then walked calmly out of the room...and moving to his own 'nest', looking over the equipment one of his shadows had laid for him. Shell grenades, shuriken...each marked with a different effect, a different enchantment. Poison darts, grappling hook, and more assortments of blades one could think useful for a mission. Not to mention his favored "trick bag"...Gene was almost overprepared. "Aravilar, I'm going on a...observational mission." ...Six. "Aravilar, I have five squads of Nightblades waiting at, Aravilar our landing point. Do not be alarmed, they are, Aravilar, at least half of them, under your command. Farewell." Gods, was that goofy. But convinient, though... Sighing...Gene uttered a few words from his...darker days, and with a manipulation of the Shadow Weave...was gone. -Somewhere, between the forests of Cormanthor and the city of Hillsfar- "About time, Ko'mrr." "You're one to talk. Is the death squad assembled?" "Naturally. They want blood, Gene. You called razzia, we prepared for razzia. Acids and poisons drip from our blades, and we shall not sheath them until blood is drawn. "The same urge cries from my blade. However...my sword is the vampiric one...unlike your morally leech-like troops." A simply laugh followed this, coming from the second visible figure in the field. A woman dressed very similiarly to Gene, she seems to specialize in stillettos and daggers, instead of long-length blades and short swords. She seems to be entirely, if not very Shadowblooded, having pure white hair, and slightly dusky skin. With a dancer's physique, she could be the female equivlent of "Ko'mrr". "They...aren't vampiric, they merely hate being let down.They're sick of constant training, and mediocre strikes. You know the thirst for challenge, do you not?" "...that's why I said morally, Sh'msheh. We spend valuable time out here...may the razzia begin." With those words...several pools of shadow, cast by the grasses of the plain...moved, then stood up. Staring silently at the two figures with piercing eyes...they moved as silently and invisibly as the shadows they mimiced, towards the fair city of Hillsfar.
Let me tell you a Story 01-20-04, 01:16 AM	Emeraldeyes was walking along the field, holding her small green bag When the queen asked her a question. “Well your wisdom would help the others, if you do go into town.” She then excused herself, as she made her way to her tent. “I must say you engineering gnomes are quick.” She admired how fast they got her tent up, and the cot was already to lay down inside. Emarldeyes sits on the cot, and takes out an ink bottle; and feathered pin, she begins to write in her journal. ..oO All is as I had planed, better in fact, soon those that I love will be free..oO She closes her eyes and prays for awhile.
Lucky Leprechaun 01-20-04, 01:22 AM	“He waves good by to his little garlic bud, Pixie and smiles from ear to ear” Then he sees the teacher. “Tis a good morning to thee me wise teacher, I be Lucky! The Luckiest leprechaun thy eyes have ever seen” He takes a bow :cool:
Messianica the Savior 01-20-04, 02:13 AM	http://nwn.unforgottenrealms.net/downloads/portraits/lyn05_lg.jpg Messianica was flattered by Kulideb. “You’re a breath of fresh air, my young elf. You are wiser than you know and more enchanting that a thousand mages” They duck into a hospice for the very old. “I hope you don’t mind if we check on the elderly Kulideb? For I believe those who have grown old with time should be respected; and not forgotten.” At that moment a messenger comes; and tells her that Mytus wishes to talk with her. “See if my trusted Aid Savael, is still in the city? For I had sent him on a journey, but he may have not have left yet.
Agudo Archmage 01-20-04, 10:08 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley A slight breeze blew on this rocky shrub land, causing his blue and white robe to flutter in the wind. In his hand was his enchanted staff, glistening in the morning sun. He mused of the future events, wondering of what will come of it. At that peaceful moment Elisa came up to Agudo, and commented on his thoughts. “The future is surprisingly opposite of this sunny day.” He turns to her and frowns “Truth be told Queen Elisa, I see dark clouds…Yet I do not know why?” Branth was just coming out of the ship, when Agudo was talking, with the Elvin Queen. "Why its Branth? Ruthia son! Come Elisa, lets change the subject for something more happy." He walks over to Branth and smiles. "Hello young one, I see I have been ignoring you ;) I am truely happy to see you out and about"
sculyblast 01-20-04, 01:39 PM	((changed my post, I will talk to Savael :) )) for the fact that mytus saw kulideb he changed his voice which was now 2 octaves higher and sounded quite quite. normally mytus had a overthought look upon his face, making him look more intelligenible, now he just took a neutral face and with the change of his hair dress it even made him look a few years younger, then he changed his grammer to that of a more young man that still had a lot of knowledge ((rolls a bluff check)) when Savael aproched him and asked the reason of his appearing he aswered him: " Good day my lord. my people seek new allies since our old has forsaken us, they have forsaken us since my people are not bound to brutal strenght but to cunningness and tactics. If your aid will seem of high equels, my people may even change to your relegion..." he paused for a while. "Now my name is helator pilesos, and ofcourse I am not only here to request something of you, I will show you that we are allies with a great potential... we have learned that you will soon engage war with a archmage, we managed to get hold of his plans, and you are to suffer a great defeat, if I would not offer you his plans, we have copied them in the secret language only known by my people but as our ally you will get offered the oppertunitie to learn this language as well, soon... now if you would be so kind to sign let this contract be signed by your superiors. the contract says you will alliance with us, and that there may be a curse upon you when you forsake the alliance without councilling my people first, then I will be so kind to translate the plans of the archmage. " Mytus handed over a paper and a pencil to Savael and then smile and he waved with the pages with Agudo's war plans. "If you might want to I will council you for a reply plan on his tactics"
Savael 01-20-04, 01:48 PM	Savael, along with several other high-ranking officers of Hillsfar army, poured dismally over the many maps and charts laid out on the large stone table before them in what now served as the War-room in the Citadel of the City of Redemption. He gave a small hiss... Planning and executing an assault on the occasional lair or enemy strongpoint that might decide to rear it's ugly head was one thing, but taking on an entire army! Especially one mustered and led by the Archmage Agudo. Now that, he had to admit, was something completely different. But there was still the option of being creative. The assembled armies of Hillsfar alone would not nearly be enough to halt the advance of the enemy forces. They needed reinforcements, and they needed them now. What they needed was mercenaries, sell-swords, spell-slingers and blades for hire. That at least would not a problem. He smiled. The bleak landscapes and hard, rugged stretches of high mountains and deep forests around the Moonsea area was well renowned as a heaven for just such people. Settlers of all kinds, merchants and glory-hogging members of almost every race alive on the face of Faerùn was said to be counted among it's inhabitants, wasn't it? Some were driven by rumours of easy wealth to be obtained by those who dared, others by the lure of power... the lure of land... and the simple opportunities and laws offered to them by the harsh life of the frontier. Besides, news of the upcoming struggle would surely draw some of the right ilk he was looking for? Orc's and their kin settled in the areas and mountains around the city-states could perhaps be persuaded to fight for the right amount of coin offered to them? And if the sightings of Ogres on the move were true Hillsfar could indeed be looking at several new, hairy allies in the battles to come. After all, the end always justified the means in Savaels books, at least the ones his mind was reading right now... Savael gave one last inaudible sigh had just straightened up, much to his back’s dismay, when a messenger entered the hall asking for Savael - by Messianicas request - to personally receive a very important visitor for her... And so he followed the messenger, glad to be excused for a minute from the stuffy confines of the musty War-room, to meet a travel-worn looking Mytus down by the front steps of the Citadel. “Greetings to you, good traveller and allow me to be the first welcome you to our fair City of Redemption” Savael said, smiling fixedly, his forked serpents tongue lolling out between his teeth for a moment before darting back inn as Savael fixed Mytus with a somewhat disdainful yellow-eyed stare “I trust you have good reason for calling upon the good Lady Messianicas presence at this hour?” He waited then, for the good Mytus’ to reply. Who was this man? And where had he come from? He would have to find an answer to those questions later, as for now, Mytus reply concerned him more...
Savael 01-20-04, 01:51 PM	OOC: Oh bugger!... 9 minutes too late. Oh well...
Gene_Kynes 01-20-04, 04:40 PM	They were right under their enemy's nose. Anti-magic didn't hinder them, they were used to using their own skills...rather than relying upon enchantments. This was the test, the experiment that Gene was about to take part in. Could a small force, behind enemy lines, fight effectively if supported from the outside? At nightfall, the thesis would begin. The following morning, whether it was successful or not would be known...in the event of victory, no exact hand could be traced to the acts, if the actions were immediately noticed at all. "Short snap-naps, all. You'll need as much rest as possible for the following night." The voice whispered out into the seemingly empty plain, allowing the wind to carry itself to the submerged and buried assassins in the field.
Flayhara Magerie 01-20-04, 04:51 PM	She looks at Gene curiously before he left, then sighs when he does leave. "He was quiet and then decides to run off like that? What did I do? Even his kiss wasn't quite there..." She stands up and heads to her room, "I was afraid of this... my tribe was right. Something is wrong with me..." She shakes her head, "No..no.. that can't be right..." When she reaches her room she looks around, "Perhaps it best if I prepared myself...."
aravilar_holistacia 01-20-04, 06:18 PM	"Aravilar, I'm going on a...observational mission. Aravilar, I have five squads of Nightblades waiting at, Aravilar our landing point. Do not be alarmed, they are, Aravilar, at least half of them, under your command. Farewell." Aravilar smiled. "Well! At least someone is making good use of the name attunement..." The mage flicked his fingers, sending a silent reply to Gene. A ball of spellfire sparked into life and flew off to meet Gene. Aravilar walked lightly down onto the grassy field outside Dagger Falls. He stopped for a moment, however, to probe the depths of the area's magic field. "Something is amiss," the Chosen mumbled. A set of voices muttered much the same thing. Aravilar thought for a moment and said, "Seven bright stars in the sky I see. Seven for those who watch over me. Seven be the smiles down they send. Seven be the troubles, swift they mend." A sort of ripple flew through the Weave at this incantation. It was obvious what it was; the Rune of the Chosen. All the Seven Sisters could hear the Rune, and Aravilar knew this. He then cast a short spell that allowed him to exploit the communication through the Weave... "Hello, my sisters," Aravilar said. "You know what I am about to ask..." Laeral vehemently agreed. "No mortal can withstand a goddess, Aravilar." The Simbul snarled, "No mortal can withstand our spells." Syluné muttered, "I shall aid you as best I can." The ghostly form of the dead Syluné was not exactly fit for combat. Alustriel assented, "Silverymoon will stand behind you, brother. You have our spells." Storm chimed in, "And our swords!" Storm, being a Harper Commander, said, "There is more to this than you know, Aravilar. The Harpers are, even now, working against that wench Messianica..." Dove said, "For it is fitting and proper for me to help you, Aravilar... The Knights of Myth Drannor shall aid you well..." Aravilar bowed to the invisible voices. "I await your aid at the town of Teshwave, my ladies." Six women muttered "sweet water and light laughter until next we meet" at the same time before the spell was severed. After the spell fizzled, Aravilar lept into the air on a burst of spellfire and cried out, "Hurrah! The Sisters cometh!"
Branth 01-20-04, 07:51 PM	Originally posted by Agudo Archmage Branth was just coming out of the ship, when Agudo was talking, with the Elvin Queen. "Why its Branth? Ruthia son! Come Elisa, lets change the subject for something more happy." He walks over to Branth and smiles. "Hello young one, I see I have been ignoring you ;) I am truely happy to see you out and about" ((OOC: How many times do I have to say it.... BROTHER not Son :rolleyes: )) "Who the heck are you?" Branth says as he looks at the odd man in the floppy blue hat. "Oh yah I remember you. Your Agudo. You know who I am? Can you tell me more about myself sometime? I can't really remeber anything past when I got this Blade." Branth removes a Wakizashi (Oriental short-sword) from seemingly no where to show it to Agudo. A small, slightly curved blade, that looks just like Gene's katana. Just then one of the Winged Horses that Branth is watching starts to panick and kick the others. Branth runs towards it yelling behind him. " Can you find me later and let me know? I gotta control these horses!" Branth Runs to the beast and starts to calm it... ((OOC: Set up for what you e-mailed me about...))
Good Knight 01-20-04, 09:48 PM	Keldorn’s copper armor glistened in the daylight; his mannerisms were as regal as always. Seeing his friends had arrived he marched up, with a few of his trusted officers in toe ;and smiled pleasantly at his comrades. Queen Elisa you’re as enchanting as ever” He bends a little, as he takes her hand, and gives a kiss, on her most delicate wrist. Then giving one more half bow to the Queen, he turns to his old and dear friend Agudo. “You my friend are a sight for soar eyes, now that were together, I know it will be like old times.” He gives a friendly bear hug to the Arch Mage of Light. “But maybe with less trips to the Underdark this time.” He laughs a good hearty laugh then sees a young boy. “Who is this Agudo, a student of yours."
Elvin Queen 01-20-04, 10:08 PM	Counselor Agudo, gave a vague prediction of the future, “This is troubling” But before she could finish the classic Knight in shining armor arrived. “General Keldorn Fircam, I must say if I wasn’t an Elf, I would be flattered by your human charms.” She can’t help but smile, for he was charming and if others were not watching, she would tell him more.
DiplomaticSorcerer 01-20-04, 10:25 PM	Camaris smiled. He watched the last phantom fall. "Well done, bladesinger. I hope that you perform as well on the field of battle." He unparalyzed the warriors. "Zollex, do you need any more help preparing your men? I would be very willing to try. Perhaps we should try to integrate our soldiers. I think that they would fight well together. The best unit of spellcasters from Waterdeep and the most elite group of warriors from Evereska, fused together into a single battle unit. What do you say?"
Finwe 01-20-04, 10:43 PM	"I say that they will need to learn one more lesson before they are ready" Finwe says in a low, quiet voice as he strides over toward Camaris. He waves his hand, and a huge contingent apears, easily five times larger than the band of bladesingers and wizards. As they try to cast their spells, they falter, and fizzle out. the army relentlessly apraoches at its slow, steady pace.
Agudo Archmage 01-21-04, 12:44 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The Archmage of Light raised his eyes at the sight of the blade. Yet before he could reply, Keldorn gave him a might hug. Agudo embraced Keldorn as well, then introduced Branth. “This young man is Branth the…Brother…of Ruthia, :embarrass ;) :embarrass ((OCC Sorry all you Dragons look alike to me)) :rolleyes: he has come along to help out.” After some more small talk, he deciuded that a diplomatic mission should be done, while the tents were being set up. “Keldorn, would you escort me to the town. For Elisa the Queen has wisely said that a small party, should walk in, and show the town we come in peace.” After about twenty minutes of walking, Agudo can see the town of Dagger Falls. Chimneys stacks have smoke coming out, people can be seen moving about in the small town square. As they walked into Dagger Falls, people stopped what they were doing and looked at them. From the Halfling lady Baker, who had a basket of appetizing fresh bread to street children, gawking at the strangers in town. This did not bother Agudo, for many villages and even cities, had people who were always nervous about a wizard. Some feared them, others saw them as opportunities for coin. It was do to a mixture of the gaudy clothing, wizard always seem to have on; and the mystery of magic. At least that’s what he was hoping, for more and more people stopped and just gapped. Until a group of well dressed people walked up. One was a plump female Dwarf, smoking some rolled up stinkweed. She seemed mad as any Dwarf Agudo had ever seen. …(I is Helgar the Mayor of this free town, We no needs your kind here!)… She spat on the ground after she spoke. “My dear, Mayor, you have nothing to fear, I am a good wizard, my magic should not be feard” Helgar stamped her feet and spoke even louder. ..(You don’t get it, ya dumb donkey of a mage, I don’t care if you’re a king! I am saying we are Free people! No longer under the control of your false teachings. Messianica has set us free. )…. Before Agudo even register… the shock of hear that they belong to…the enemy when SPLAT a tomato hit Agudo right in the face…then another and another.
kulideb 01-21-04, 10:10 AM	The small elf followed the lady. Every one they passed seemed pleased to see her. She was still having trouble with the notion that the lady in front was evil, surly this carnt all be an act, she thought looking round her. "My lady, would you mind if I walked around the town by my self?"
Good Knight 01-21-04, 01:33 PM	The first thing Keldorn Firecam saw, or more accurately smelled; was all the different types of food. He was just about to ask Agudo if he would like to stop off at the little Half-Ling stand, that had eggs and bacon on a small grill. When he could not help, but see the change, in peoples expressions. Now Keldorn was trained in hunting evil wizards, so he could understand some discomfort at the sight of Agudo wizardry look. Yet this was more, he just knew it. Of course he was proven right, when the short grumpy dwarf, who proclaimed herself mayor walked up. Things only went bad to worse, before Keldorn could say anything the mob attacked. “My friend we should” Keldorn said to Arch Mage of Light as he tugged on the wizardry robe. But before he could finish splash of tomato hit the side of his Armor, that missed Agudo face “By all that is Righteous! Come Agudo we need to make an undignified retreat” He said this as he pulled on Agudo’s arm, pulling as fast as he could
sculyblast 01-21-04, 01:50 PM	ooc: I changed my last post to Savael standards. kulideb you might want to change your post as well
DiplomaticSorcerer 01-21-04, 02:07 PM	Camaris understood. Finwe meant to teach them the lesson that fighting an overwhelming army was suicide, and that retreat is a viable option. He wondered what the bladesingers would do. OOC>Finwe, there aren't spellcasters in that group. My unit and his haven't been mixed. So, when you say that their spells fizzle out, it really makes no sense.
Let me tell you a Story 01-21-04, 03:25 PM	She had brought the Queen her morning tea, when the sight of the knight Keldorn; and Lord Agudo staggering up to the camp. “Elisa look! By all that nature loves has happen?” She hurries over to the knight and mage, yet stop as she see red stains on them. “Tell me its not blood, do either of you need healing?”
Finwe 01-21-04, 06:36 PM	Originally posted by DiplomaticSorcerer Camaris understood. Finwe meant to teach them the lesson that fighting an overwhelming army was suicide, and that retreat is a viable option. He wondered what the bladesingers would do. OOC>Finwe, there aren't spellcasters in that group. My unit and his haven't been mixed. So, when you say that their spells fizzle out, it really makes no sense. OOC: Bladesingers DO cast spells. If you have races of Faerun or Tome and blood (or maybe its in masters of the wild) it is in there. They have a very small spell list, but one of the prerequsites for being one is the ability to cast 1st level arcane spells!
Agudo Archmage 01-21-04, 06:45 PM	(A Test of Two Faiths, at the town of Daggersfall) http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley He was more stunned than hurt by the attack, of produce. “Thank you for your kind concern Emeraldeyes, I am fine, just….. my pride has been hurt that is all.” He then slowly turns to Keldorn Firecam and gives a mediocre grin. “You have saved my life more than once, now not only Orgs, Liches and numerous other monsters…but now fanatical peasant throwing mobs as well” Agudo tried to laugh at his own joke, but he was truly sad, and could not find the will. He shakes his head, as he takes out a lace handkerchief, and cleans off as best he can the tomato stains. “Come on everyone let us go to the Meeting Tent… and….” He sighs… ” discus this as calmly as possible.” With that they made their way to the Meeting Tent, as everyone enters, the candles flickered brightly, as they hung from the top of the poles and on the tables, in ornate holders. Maps could be seen laid out, on the oak table that was brought down from the ship Agudo takes a seat in one of the plush chairs and reaches for a drink of water; he then explained as best he could, on what had gone on in town.
aravilar_holistacia 01-21-04, 06:57 PM	Aravilar walked calmly into the tent. He listened to Agudo's story, and then he smiled. "At the very least, they did not throw spears at us."
DiplomaticSorcerer 01-21-04, 08:44 PM	Originally posted by Finwe OOC: Bladesingers DO cast spells. If you have races of Faerun or Tome and blood (or maybe its in masters of the wild) it is in there. They have a very small spell list, but one of the prerequsites for being one is the ability to cast 1st level arcane spells! *smacks head* I didn't know that! Still, you said "bladesingers and wizards." That sounds like you assumed that my contingent was with them.
Lady_Astrianna 01-22-04, 12:30 AM	She nods to Lucky, smiling. "Lucky, eh? Good name for a leprechaun. Now...tell me a little bit of yourself. What do you wish to earn from this class?" She looks over to Aerie, quizzically. "And you, dear, I'm afraid I haven't caught your name yet? And the same question to you." She leans on her quarterstaff as she awaits a response from the two.
Kheldar Devaentar 01-22-04, 04:40 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif The phoenix driven chariot went a lot faster than Kheldar had expected! Before no time at all, he was right where he wanted to be! Kheldar stepped off the chariot and walked towards the entrance to a great school. No, not Agudo's school of Light and Magic - But an Academy that taught everything from wizardry to sword play, much like the academy in Neverwinter. . . Kheldar was very fond of this place. He had once been a professor for the rogue training program. . . and a specialist in the arts of assassination program. But Kheldar wasn't interested in the rogue or assassin sections of the school, he hurried his way to the wizardry area. Eventually he came to the door he was looking for, knocked five times, and let himself in. . . or tried to. . . After he opened the door, Kheldar quickly leapt to a side as a huge wave of fire shot from out of the room and into the hall! "I say. . . w-who's there?" Kheldar recognized the startled voice immediately. It belonged to an old Gnomish Loremaster. . . The head of the Wizard division of the Academy. Kheldar carefully poked his head into the Loremaster's room. "I thought that trap was set to disarm itself at five knocks!" The old Gnome cheered up at the sight of his old, roguish friend. "Kheldar! Oh! please come in, come in!" He chuckled as the rogue entered the room. "Yes, it was set to five knocks. But the new guy here thought it'd be more efficient if he just set it to one. . . Problem is, he didn't tell any one he changed it. . . You can't begin to imagine all the trouble it's been causing! . . The good of it is, the cleric students are really benefited from all the classes about healing burns and sometimes even raising the dead! After all - since you left, the school has gotten rid of the symbiosis that existed between the assassin class and the cleric class. . ." Kheldar blinked, "You mean they wont let the assassin students kill the first year students any more? Not even for a final project? The Gnome began to laugh again. "Nope, not any more. Filiwyr insisted that it be stopped or he'd resign, and the school couldn't afford to loose him! . . You know how Paladins are." Kheldar rolled his eyes. "Yes. . . Well, any way, I've come here to see if I can purchase a few things from you. . . I'm here on business." The old Gnome suddenly looked a bit apprehensive. Kheldar noticed and offered a warm smile. "Oh no my friend, nobody could pay me enough for you. . . However, even saying that the lady who I'm currently contracted under has paid me a ridiculous amount of gold to do the job, so I thought I might as well do it right for her. I'd like to purchase an antimagic field scroll and a dagger made of Thinaun." "Thinaun!" The Gnome gasped. "I. . . I thought you already had a Thinaun dagger!" "Another one can't hurt." "Yes it can! Thinaun is a very dangerous material! Any one who dies while his body is in contact with Thinaun has his soul instantly trapped inside the material! Just touching the stuff turns my bones to jelly!" Kheldar sighed, he had heard this speech before. "Yes, but if I just use a regular dagger, then anyone can resurrect my target after the assassination - and I doubt that would impress my employer." The old Gnome shuddered. "But Kheldar, if you're killed while wielding a Thinaun weapon then your soul becomes the trapped soul! Old Garrick's clones wont help you then." Kheldar grinned. "I'm not a fool old friend, I wont touch the weapon until I'm ready to use it. . . And if you see Old Garrick, tell him I still owe him one for that whole memory loss problem. . . Even now I still run into strangers who absolutely insist they know me!" The Gnome smiled too, only it looked forced and his eyes still showed signs of worry. "Well Kheldar, I'll make sure you get what you need. . . how will you be paying for it?" "Umm. . . Will you take a silver chariot flown by a phoenix?" * * * Kheldar looked over the materials he had received. . . They were just what he needed! He mounted his broom of flying and turned to his old Gnomish friend who had been good enough to see him off. "This is perfect! If it makes you feel any better, I'll come pay you another visit after this is all finished." "You just make sure you don't get yourself killed!" "Oh you know me. . . I don't let it happen very often! Broom fly!" And with that Kheldar flies up into the sky, towards the town of Daggersfall. Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
Savael 01-22-04, 09:44 AM	Savael peered suspiciously at the bound pages of paper Mytus brandished before him. He’d never had much against humans in particular... but there was something eerily strange about this one. Oh what did it matter, weren’t all humans like that in one way or another? He gingerly snatched the papers from Mytus’ outstretched hands and cast a quick glance over them... A baffling number of letters and syllables flowed before his eyes, he was completely unable to comprehend any of it. A look of irritation crossed his features as he handed the papers back to Mytus, looking the young man up and down once more... He had the looks of a scholar upon him, Savael decided, of what field exactly he couldn’t say for sure... This person was intriguing, to say the least. “And who is this people of yours, if I might ask?” Savael said, perhaps a bit more briskly then he intended “are you a messenger sent from any of the other city-states around here?” He gazed intently at Mytus, as if he attempted to discover something... “Regardless, I am sure that our most benevolent Lady Messianica would be delighted to receive you and the offer of an alliance from your people. Please, follow me” He then turned on his heel and walked off towards Messianicas quarters, whether Mytus was following or not...
Magnus-Valandiel 01-22-04, 10:54 AM	A great swoosh of wind comes through the land near Agudo's School of Light and Magic, almost bending the trees to the ground as it passes through. A figure, enshrouded in a deep, flowing cloak and hood, walks into the school, walking to the front counter and Elvina. In a deep, booming, yet soft, voice, he speaks. "I would like to speak with the Master of this School, if it is their desire. I am Magnus Valandiel. My history is ... unspeakable. My nature ... shall be revealed, come time..."
Elvin Queen 01-22-04, 01:02 PM	{ooc this post gives a clear understanding, of what, each side is fighting for.} She brushed some lent from her silk garments, as Counselor Agudo gave the distressing news. Then carefully considerd her response, to what is to be done, with these sacrilegious people. Clearing her throat she spoke calmly but firmly. “My fellow comrades in arms for all that we hold close and good about life.” She looks up at the tent ceiling then back down. “It is obvious that this cancer has spread deeper into the body.” Queen Elisa then took careful note of each person’s expressions, at what she said next. “And like any doctor, we must sacrifice some of the good flesh, to get at the bad. In other words we must rip out this Messianica cancer form body!” Elisa could see the shock in some of the people in the room, she held up her hand to silence the murmuring. “I know, it was only Counselor Agudo pride that was hurt” She glances at Agudo, before continuing. “Yet it was not the throwing of tomatoes that makes me take such drastic action. It is the fact that {Peasants!} Village fools! Commoners! Showed no fear! No respect to an Arch mage!” She pauses once again to let her words sink in. “ If this is aloud to spread, then the social fabric of are society will come a part. What’s next? Clerics being spit on by the poor, shall all the temples be used as garbage dumps for the poor? Or maybe Farmers not giving a percent of their crops, to the Lord of the land, at harvest time? Or what of taxes? Shall lazy drunken poor people, build the roads, bathhouses, orphanages, and town walls? Ha! Not from the good of their lazy hearts. They need clear leadership, and they have been beguiled by this, this,” The Queen slams her hand on the table. “Devil of a self proclaimed Messiah!” Turning quickly to Agudo she points her finger, and trembles with rage. “Agudo! You are here by given the title of {Inquisitor} Seek out these fanatics who bring evil to are lands, and use all your power of the {Inquisition;} to brake this seductive spell that has knifed its ways, around the hearts ,of the Dagger Falls villagers. The Queen took deep breaths to calm herself.
sculyblast 01-22-04, 01:38 PM	mytus smiled: "my people are not visable to the eye of the maps (no we do not own a city-states), we where founded by some humans that allience with a drow society, but it was not our chief mision to serve the drow. drows are no longer our allies only few of us have some drow air. but is that what realy matters all will become clear as soon as this war is over... I swear it on the live of my very own leider. now let's proceed" Mytus followed Saveal
Good Knight 01-22-04, 03:11 PM	Fircam had not sat with the others in the Meeting Tent, he was so unnerved by what happen that he was walking back and forth; on a fine oriental carpet, near the entrance. But what Elisa, the queen of the Elvis said, stopped him in his tracks. “What! Are you sure?’ He then reconsidered his words before giving his reply once again. “I agree!” As the other looked to him a Knight of the RadiantHeart Order, he knew he was the only one; who truly understood the consequences of this Inquisition. Turning away for just a moment, as he looked outside, through the flaps of the doorway tent. He spoke to everyone inside, without looking at them. “As an inquisitor for my Order, to hunt down evil mages, I know that true desperation that has come about; to start this religious purifying of humanity.” Keldorn looks at Agudo. “I do not envy you, my old and closest friend, for I only hunt down rogue individuals, of evil wizardry. Yet you shall persecute an entire nation of people. What fearsome power to be given! What a great burden leans on your shoulders Agudo.” The Knight walks over to his friend, and takes both of his knightly hands and puts it on the Arch mage of Light shoulders. Looking him in the eyes he says. “I would trust no other person with this grave responsibility, than you Inquisitor Agudo I know, No! We all know you of all here can be compassionate, with this mighty power of the inquisition.”
Agudo Archmage 01-22-04, 07:30 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley ((OOC IF YOU ALL HAVE A CHANCE, READ THE POSTS BY ELVIN QUEEN AND GOOD KNIGHT.....FOR DAGGER FALLS WILL SET THE TONE OF THE STORY)) Blowing put a long breath, the Archmage of Light, tried to hold back the tears that were welling up. “My friends it…it..” Was he the best choice? Could he even trust himself with the obligation that Queen of the Elves, had given him. “My friends you may have to much faith in me, for I am but one man” Yet with the old knight Keldorn, his best friend, staring him in the eye; his firm hands on his shoulders; it was flattering and humbling all at the same time. With a shake of his head, he grasped one of the hands of Firecam and stood from the plush seat. It took everything he had to say the next words. “By all that is Light, I shall not fail in my endeavourer, to do what is right and good!” Agudo said this with a deep voice, more confidants than he felt. “Archmage Aravilar, we shall convene a wizards regiment. I am sure with your wise guidance, the mages will be prepared to deal with hostile civilians. Agudo points to the map, showing Daggers Falls “We will go in with several dozen wizards and sorcerers, let us study up on… Sleep, Fear, Stun, Entangle spells. I want this to be an example of how *Just* we are, and merciful” Turning to Keldorn. “Your RadiantHeart Knights shall escort each of the magic users in two. One on each side, make sure are back is covered as well. We will subdue this town, from the south and north entrances.” Inquisitor Agudo looks up. “Any questions anyone?”
Aerie 01-22-04, 09:55 PM	Aerie head snapped up as she heard the teacher speaking directly to her. “Huh? O’ my you may call me Aerie, and I have just arrived at the school. As far as the class, it would be fun to learn more about nature and the animals. Don’t you think?”
Let me tell you a Story 01-22-04, 11:29 PM	She heard the command form Elisa to Agudo, and felt a slight chill go through her spine. The thought of a war time Inquisitor, something she has only read about. Yet to know that it could be done in her lifetime, she could only hope Agudo was as good as he seem to be. “I shall prepare food and medical supplies, for the soon to be concurred towns people.” With a small bow she walked out of the tent.
ruthia 01-23-04, 08:55 AM	Originally posted by Magnus-Valandiel A great swoosh of wind comes through the land near Agudo's School of Light and Magic, almost bending the trees to the ground as it passes through. A figure, enshrouded in a deep, flowing cloak and hood, walks into the school, walking to the front counter and Elvina. In a deep, booming, yet soft, voice, he speaks. "I would like to speak with the Master of this School, if it is their desire. I am Magnus Valandiel. My history is ... unspeakable. My nature ... shall be revealed, come time..." Elvina looks at the figure before her. "The HeadMaster of the school is currently out on a mission at this time, but he left our head Cleric, Lady Hoot, in charge. If you would follow me I'll take you to her." Standing up the Red Haired Elf leads Magnus Valandiel to the Schools Catherdral where the good Lady Hoot was currently holding classes. Knocking politely on the door, Elvina sticks her head into the class. "Lady Hoot, There is some one here who needs to speak to whoevers in charge. He's name is Magnus Valandiel. Do you have a moment to speak with him?"
Magnus-Valandiel 01-23-04, 09:44 AM	He follows Elvina through the hallways, soundlessly, his cloak and hood concealing any and all features. He is akin to some kind of nightmarish phantom, almost floating through the hallways, where his face *should* be watching Elvina's every move...Finally, they get to the classroom and he stands and waits, leaning on his staff calmly, as if he had all the time in the world.
Agudo Archmage 01-23-04, 06:07 PM	Lady Hoot hears Elvina and takes flight to her, and lands on the receptionist shoulder. “Yes Elvina? Who seeks my wisdom this day?”
ruthia 01-23-04, 06:17 PM	Elvina smilies at the good Lady Hoot. "This person by the name of Magnus-Valandiel. Seeking an authority figure of our School. I though you could address his needs." Elvina smilies the whole time.
Zollex 01-23-04, 07:06 PM	"Good idea, Camaris. Strong spellcasters with bladesingers! Our enimies will not be able to stand before us! "Now, where should we put our combined forces to use? Perhaps Aravilar would know where mages and bladesingers belong in the plan. Shall we go ask him?" Zollex asked.
Agudo Archmage 01-23-04, 07:44 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley ((The next Day at Daggerfalls)) The smell of smoke and burnt flesh was overwhelming, the sky it self seem, blood red, as the sun began to set. Inquisitor Agudo held his head low, as he stood In the middle of town. A tear ran down his cheek, he leaned heavily on his enchanted staff. A few screams for help could still be heard, as the last of the towns folk were….put down! “How…How could this of happen?” He said out loud, to know one in particular, Agudo thought back just a few hours before. …..Oo…The banners were waving brightly in the noon day sun, woman and men of the Radiant Heart Knights stood side by side, with the Wizards…. They marched into the town with buglers and drummers, everything seem to be going perfectly. In fact they had made their way deep inside the town, without any resistance. Keldorn who was near him had smiled and nodded, as a vote of confidence that Agudo was doing the right thing. Truth be told he thought to himself that the troops would walk right up to the town hall, and raze the flag. Until….. Woman with newborns babies, walk out from side streets, and without concern held them up in front of themselves….like shields. And in front of the women, were young children, seven and eight year old, holding knives. Behind the peasant woman were …others… men, women, old and young alike with pitch forks, knives and axes. It was shocking to see! He…Inquisitor Agudo ordered the wizards to cast Stun Spells. At fist everything happened as it should, many stopped in mid walk. Frozen like some childes game of not moving. Yet not all…. Several women with their babies near the front, kept moving and not just them… Agudo could see five of the little seven year old kids, come out of the spell. With great anger they shook off the spell. Yelling out… (With are lives We die fro are freedom ..Why should are babies be slaves to you!) How?….The magic users thought, for it was not clear at the time. An old man heaved a large rock the size of a man head , at a lovely female Knight, she hit the ground hard. She screamed as blood dripped from her broken jaw. The wizard elf next to her reached down to help the Knight, when one of those…kids ran up and stabbed him, with a big Butcher knife. The only thing that had saved the wizard was his Stone Skin spell, even still the wizard lost an ear. Keldorn was true to form, he ordered his people to re group and prepare for a fight. Yet Fircam knew they were trapped….allowed to come into town just so they could be surrounded. What happen next was a slow cruel battle for their very lives. The towns people charged at them like raved animals, the dwarven mayor was on top of the roof, with others tossing iron and lead onto the troops Inquisitor Agudo yelled out for Blind Spells to be used, and when they were cast it worked perfectly. Many of the Messianica fanatics. stumbled from the lack of sight. Never the less kept fighting like crazed animals. That was the first clear sign to Keldorn… that they were fighting people…who were very much like “Berserkers” from Rashime These fanatics would fight on no matter what! He yelled out to Agudo that non lethal spells may not work….because of the fanaticism crazed these people. Brushing his blue and white robes, he thought of this, and the consequences of what may happen. So many people were coming out of every house, it seem like the whole town was against them. At that very second a large anvil flatten two Knights…they never had a chance… Agudo looks up at the mayor who threw it. She laughed, as if she had just killed a bug, the dwarf seem truly happy. Some of the wizards began to panic, for the town folk were closing in. Agudo remembered telling everyone to be clam….but.. it was far too late for calm. Town folk’s men and woman closed in, the bugler sounded the call for help. For the main body of troops back at the camp, with the Elvin Queen Elisa, even as the bugler was being hacked by the mob. It was all too much, the Knights started to fight for survival…. they lost coordination as more iron and rocks, were thrown down on them. The close quarters of the town was a death trap…. The first lightning bolt was cast, by a young lady Gnome wizard, named Silvia. that Agudo had just talk with over early morning tea. She had deep fear in her eyes.. two burly men were picking her up; to throw her against the wall The lightning missed the men and hit the dry shingled house near by. It burst into fire… and Silvia?…She was thrown towards that very same house. More wizards let loose with deadly spells, Acid, Fire, Ice…. How….How did I lose control? Inquisitor Agudo thought….oO…. Looking up he saw Elisa, ordering her Elvin troops to make sure the town was completely destroyed, brick by brick. If it wasn’t for her and her Elvin army back at the camp… surly Agudo would not be standing here. Just then he saw Branth. “Bra…Branth me boy…See…see if you can find anyone alive in the near by tavern…I swore I heard a scream for help over there.
Savael 01-23-04, 09:56 PM	Savael hastened through the streets of Hillsfar, searching for Messianicas whereabouts. He had much to his dismay found that she was not in her quarters, as he had thought, but was in fact visiting one of the nearby Hospices for the old people of the city. While her zeal for the cause of the people was commendable, Savael still couldn’t quite shake the feeling of annoyance growing inside him... How could she walk around like that? By herself in the city streets just about anything could happen. Reports had been filtering inn almost all morning... for while most of the people in the city of Hillsfar were overjoyed at the notion of Messianicas coming there were also those that didn’t shear that view. The assassin she had dispatched earlier to deal with Agudo, Kheldar, had certainly been a man who prided himself on doing his work properly. He dismounted his horse as he came up before the entrance to the Hospice, and then turned to face Mytus “I am sorry for the extra time you’ve had to wait, Helator, but here she if, finally” He walked towards the front door to the Hospice, but stopped just short of entering “A few things before you enter here, Pilesos, just so that we can get it out in the open. When you lay forth your offer and terms before the Holy Lady Messianica you will take whatever answer she gives you and you will thank her for it, is that understood?” He waited for a moment or two to see if the young man had understood what he had said before entering the Hospice. He spotted Messianicas coppery mane of hair amidst the many rows of beds and headed towards it, standing respectfully to attention while she looked to the oldest of her beloved subjects. As she rose from her position by the bed Savael cleared his throat and spoke “My most revered lady Messianica, this messenger-“ he gestured in Mytus’ general direction “-comes to you offering the hand of his people in alliance, would you hear his offer?” Savael kept his eyes fixed on the floor beneath him, awaiting Messianicas reply.
Messianica the Savior 01-23-04, 11:43 PM	http://nwn.unforgottenrealms.net/downloads/portraits/lyn05_lg.jpg Messianica was just hugging the elderly goodbye by, when her most loyal aid Savael arrived. He had brought a guest of sorts, turning to Kulideb Messianica took hold of her new friends arm. “Come Kulideb you are now my sister, what I hear you shall as well” They both walk over to where Savael is and Messianica takes her other free arm and hugs him.. “Did you say this persons name is Helator Pilesos, ? And he offers an alliance! Messianic looks to Kulideb for ideas. “What do think Kulideb? Should I ask Helator Pilesos, about why he wants alliance? After Kulideb speaks Messianica seeks advice from he aid Savael. “And you my good friend Savael, what do think of Mytus? Maybe it would be wise to know where this offer of help comes from, yes? After consulting Savael and Kulideb all while Helator Pilesos, stands just a few feet away she walks up to him. Well then welcome Helator Pilesos, please tell me of yourself? And as long as I am at it, where is that you come from, and do for a living?
Let me tell you a Story 01-24-04, 12:01 AM	“Take them over there, I shall treat them soon, I promise “ Emeraldeyes was moving as fast as she could, for she had set up an emergency station right at the base of the now destroyed town of Daggerfalls. “I could use more bandages here!” she said to anyone listening, and prayed more would live than die this day.
sculyblast 01-24-04, 05:21 AM	((ooc: Messianica I told Savael my name was Helator Pilesos, if you would be so kind to edit your post please.)) mytus stated his story, still with the changes he made so kulideb would not recognize him: "my dear Messianica, I will tell you the same story like I told your servand" "my people seek new allies since our old has forsaken us, they have forsaken us since my people are not bound to brutal strenght but to cunningness and tactics. If your aid will seem of high equels, my people may even change to your relegion..." he paused for a while. "ofcourse my quest here Is not only here to request something of you, I will show you that we are allies with a great potential... we have learned that you will soon engage war with a archmage, we managed to get hold of his plans, and you are to suffer a great defeat, if I would not offer you his plans, we have copied them in the secret language only known by my people but as our ally you will get offered the oppertunitie to learn this language as well, soon... now if you would be so kind to sign let this contract be signed by your superiors. the contract says you will alliance with us, and that there may be a curse upon you when you forsake the alliance without councilling my people first, this is for the protection of my people, we have been betrain before, but that does not matter right now, so when you will sign the contract that Savael hold then I will be so kind to translate the plans of the archmage. " "I can not tell you yet where my people are to be found, one of our chief missions is to stay invisible, I could tell you my people's name, but I doubt you have heared of it, since we try to stay as invisible as possible. but we are skilled in tactic's and spy-ery. we make good allies" mytus smiled at messianica and signed Savael to hand over the papers
kulideb 01-24-04, 06:34 AM	((Will do this post as if Kuli doesnt know Mytus:) )) They had just finished talking to the elderly when a man arrived, Messianica called him Savael. The elf waited expecting to be asked to leave. She was a little takenaback when Messianica asked her to stay. Savael bought with him another man, the elf felt very torn as she heard that they now had Agudo's war plans. She wondered who had betrayed the Archmage, she also felt a little scared as she hadn't told Messianica that she had come from the flying ships. What if the person who had betrayed Agudo was here and knew her? She realized that the man had finished speaking and was waiting for a reply from the lady.
Branth 01-24-04, 08:54 AM	After walking down to the town to see if he was needed to help move any wounded, Branth spot Agudo looking quiet sad. When Branth walked towards him Agudo Said “Bra…Branth me boy…See…see if you can find anyone alive in the near by tavern…I swore I heard a scream for help over there." With a shrug Branth walks to the tavern. Death and pain radiates from everywhere as he looks around before entering thee remains of the Tavern. A dead villager here, a dead wizard there, and one thats Moves? Looking closer Branth decides he'll check on that one again after he checks out the tavern. Walking carefully to avoid still smoldering timbers, ducking falling beams, Branth eventually makes his way to the center of the tavern. He stops and listens to see if anyone is in there.....
Good Knight 01-24-04, 09:59 AM	meraldeye I shall, be fine, my arm will heal over time thanks to you and your friends” Firecam slowly stood, testing the sling that held his arm. He carefully walks over to a few of the women and men, of his Order, who fought by his Side. “Penelope the Clerics have told me your jaw will heal faster than my arm.” He winces as he wiggles it. “They spent more time praying over you as I commanded them to. Let it not be said that I let my people suffer, while I rest comfortably. Penelope tried to speak, but her jaw was still tied up in bandages. “That’s alright, I know what you want to say” Keldorn looked away somewhat sad. “We lost many, yet the wizard you were assigned to guard, is out side and wants to see you.” Keldorn makes his way outside and waves the young Elvin man in his wizard cloths all but rip and bloody. “She will be fine go see for yourself Orlean Softleaf” At that moment Keldorn saw his dearest friend, still standing in the exact spot, when the bloody battle took place just hours ago. The Knight walked closer to Inquisitor Agudo, and put his one good arm on his shoulder. “Agudo! Its time for you to come with me, you have seen far to much loss today. It was your first major defeat in battle I know.” The Knight shakes his head, “As old as I am, I wished I could say the same. But alas I have seen many wars my friend, and it is sad to say this is not the first time that my comrades have fallen so horribly.” Keldorn then smiles at Agudo “Know this though, they died fighting for what is good and righteous against a fanatical evil that will destroy are homes and country.” They booth stood their a little bit longer, then he led inquisitor Agudo to a stool that sat outside on the porch, of a now abandonee bakery. “Rest here I shall return with some cool water” Firecam walked back to Emeraldeye’s medical tent, set so dangerously close to the town entrance. Yet he understood the logic about saving as many as possible, as soon as possible. Keldorn took one last look at Agudo, before going inside to get the water.
DiplomaticSorcerer 01-24-04, 11:58 AM	"Yes, let's go ask him." Camaris walked with Zollex to find Aravilar. "Have you seen him, Zollex? I don't know where he is!"
aravilar_holistacia 01-24-04, 12:54 PM	"--Aravilar would know where mages and bladesingers belong in..." I wonder where you could be, Zollex? Aravilar thought. Ava walked out of the tent and surveyed the battle in Dagger Falls. "Am I not the commander of these armies?" he muttered aloud. "Why do they perform such deeds in such a town?" he said. He shook his head. "Deus ex machina non sum, Mystra mea. Tu dea es... Emove ex urbe illos milites!" he muttered in a forgotten tongue.
Magnus-Valandiel 01-24-04, 04:01 PM	Originally posted by Agudo Archmage Lady Hoot hears Elvina and takes flight to her, and lands on the receptionist shoulder. “Yes Elvina? Who seeks my wisdom this day?” The man in the concealing robes and hood bows, his body and staff bowing low to the Lady Hoot. It is clear that he is a magic user - of some kind. A certain innate energy seems to surge around him, both good and evil swirling within that energy. His raspy, deep, near booming voice speaks to Lady Hoot - it is clear there is ... something more trapped inside the darkness of his robes. "Gracious Lady Hoot - I seek magical assistance and wisdom...I have heard a merciful Archmage resides here, and I must say ... I truly need help...I wish to speak with you in private quarters, when you have time...."
Messianica the Savior 01-24-04, 10:07 PM	http://nwn.unforgottenrealms.net/downloads/portraits/lyn05_lg.jpg “Your army? or whom ever Invisible? Now Sir Helator Pilesos, your contract like you maybe just that a lot of words. How do I know your not some sweet talking con artist; looking to make a fast coin? Or maybe a name for yourself? By tricking me, and telling all your tavern friends how you slip a fast one on me. grins at Kulideb and Seveal. “Should I just take this strangers word?”
Kheldar Devaentar 01-25-04, 04:37 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif As Branth enters the tavern he cannot immediately see anyone - but there is a distinctive rattling noise coming from the kitchen behind the bar. The rattling stops, and quickly turns into the sound of gold coins leaving a giant leather sack. Inside the kitchen Kheldar went about his work. Wars of this nature could be such a profitable time when looked at the right way. . . Nobody was in their houses or places of business! Not even children oddly enough, except for the smallest of infants. . . and even then their mothers were nowhere to be found. . . They were all out in the streets fighting - being butchered. It was sad, Kheldar could admit that. Sad, but very profitable! After the last of the Tavern's earnings is absorbed into his inventory, Kheldar picks himself up and heads towards the tavern common room. There he noticed somebody new. "I thought I heard somebody waltz in. Hello my friend, and welcome to the Tavern of the Burning Beams! We're currently in the process of redecorating, so you'll have to pardon the appearance." Kheldar cheerfully smiles at the stranger, while carefully examining him up and down. "Hhhhhmm, I don't mean to judge a book by it's cover - But I assume you're not one of the locals. . ." Kheldar's tone slowly turns more serious, ". . . What is your business here?" Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
Savael 01-25-04, 05:04 AM	Savael gave a swift smile to Messianicas question regarding Mytus’ trustworthiness, he didn’t trust this young man. At all... “With all due respect to the good superiors of Mr. Pilesos here, I wouldn’t take his offer just like that. He is offering us a garbled mass of papers that could be anything for all we know, in exchange for your signature on a paper as well as this... curse” He snarled “To tell you the truth my lady, I wouldn’t trust this vagabond much farther than I could throw an Ogre, and that says something... His motives may be true enough, but he demands too much of our trust and goodwill for me to be comfortable with it” With that Savael went quiet again, he had voiced his thoughts on the subject, and if the subject in question didn’t like those thought’s... well, that was just too bad for him.
sculyblast 01-25-04, 06:11 AM	mytus took a insulted look upon his face: "Well have I ever..!!! I do not demand any kind of money of you, nor do I try to fool you! one of my people has risked his live to get this papers, only to save your asses and the only reason I can't say a name is for the safe keeping of my people! but if you don't want our help, I will just be leaving" mytus made a few steps in the direction of the door, walking slowly, waiting for someone to say >wait!
Messianica the Savior 01-25-04, 09:57 AM	http://nwn.unforgottenrealms.net/downloads/portraits/lyn05_lg.jpg Messianica gave a Wiley smile, as the stranger with big promises, started to walk away. “Now, now Helator Pilesos, don’t go away mad. My friends Savael and Kulideb, were giving me their wise counsel. Even you can understand the need for honest advisors, who tell how they feel about a person or situation.” She lets go of Kulideb and Savael and moves to a near by window. “Helator Pilesos your eyes may be even sharper than my own. Yet even if I were blind, I would have to help these people, of this grand city of Redemption. I cannot simply honor a blood-packed, such as this curse you speak of, without proof of your so called good intentions.” She turns and walks back to Savael and Kulideb, but faces in the direction of Helator Pilesos. “I do beg to differ, you may not ask for coin yet! But you do ask for a {curse} upon me for signing your contract if I break it. In return you offer blind faith; in your word that I will get what you have promised.” She waits for the demanding stranger to reply or just walk away.
Branth 01-25-04, 10:23 AM	Branth looks at the stranger who appeared from behind the counter. "You don't seem to be from this area either. As for my Buisness here, well Agudo sent me in to look for surviviors. He said he had heard a cry for help in here and asked me if I'd go check for him. Whats you buisness here, cause I can tell your not from this town." Branth looks at him innocently........
sculyblast 01-25-04, 10:57 AM	mytus turned around, "I do not ask you to get your people into a curse, I ask you to help my people and to keep you to your word, I was forced to bind a curse to make sure the allience can only be broken while talked over" mytus paused for a while take a few breathe and the look deep into the eyes of messianica "if we can't alliance throught trust, I want to make a deal. I'll translate my papers and after the were proved true, I will return here and we will alliance after all, do you trust such a deal?"
Kheldar Devaentar 01-25-04, 05:54 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif Kheldar smiles, the man before him wasn't some pick pocket come to steal his hard earned loot! And in fact, he was associated with Agudo. . . That was good to know, perhaps even a good window of opportunity. "Cry for help?" Kheldar's smile sinks into a frown. "Oh yes. . . I saw a poor fellow in the dirt behind the tavern crying for help. But - well, maybe this place really ought to be called the Tavern of the Dropping Debris. . . After the burning rubble had fallen on top of him and lit him on fire, I figured there wasn't much I could do for him." Kheldar half smirks at his terribly true tale. . . At least he had stopped the man's suffering at the cost of a crossbow bolt. "On a more serious note - You're with Agudo and his crew? Hmmm. . . Well, I suppose it doesn't hurt to let you know you're correct when you say I'm not from around here. . . Actually, I just came from Hillsfar, or the City of Redemption as she likes to call it. . . My name is Kheldar Devaentar and my business here is as an informant. . . I have some dire information that must be brought to Agudo's attention immediately! Could you possibly ask him to meet me here for a private audience? . . It's very important that he comes alone due to the nature of the content. . . I'll leave it up to him as to how much he wants to share. . ." Kheldar watches Branth for a moment, then stops his seriousness and smiles. "Besides, it feels like ages since I last saw Agudo." The fact of the matter was, his eyes had never seen Agudo before, but apparently they had been friends. "It would be a great privilege to see him again! And I should be leaving pretty soon. . . I'd like to get back to Hillsfar and see what else I can do to help." Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
aravilar_holistacia 01-25-04, 06:04 PM	Aravilar was looking for Zollex when his brain came into contact with a spell. "Ack!" he said, when the voice filled his head. "...Agudo and his crew? Hmmm. . . Well, I suppose it doesn't...Agudo's attention immediately! Could you possibly ask him to meet...Agudo." Aravilar muttered, "They're so naive. When will they learn I'm monitoring their speech?" He did not recognize the voice.
Lady_Astrianna 01-25-04, 09:20 PM	She looks to Aerie and Lucky, nodding. "Aerie, Lucky, I have something to show you...a question, rather. Come, follow me." She walks out of the room, and leads the pair (and anyone else who is in the room), down the stairs, and outside the gates of the school. They travel into a nearby forest until they come to a pond, surrounded by a lush, full grove of trees. Birds sing in the trees, squirrels scamper along the ground, fish swim in the water....Astrianna turns around to see Lucky and Aerie, and asks them all one question. "Now I must know your answer .... look around you and tell me - what do you see?"
Zollex 01-25-04, 10:13 PM	"I don't know exactly where he got off to," replied Zollex to Camaris. "Wait. There he is." Zollex pointed to an archmage searching for something. "Aravilar!" Zollex called as he and Camaris ran over to the mage. "We've decided to combine our soldiers. Camaris and I would like to know where we're going to be serving on the battlefield."
Lucky Leprechaun 01-25-04, 11:21 PM	As he hops along with the teacher, they enter into part of the forest with a pond, flowers and Squirrel. Then the druid asked what do they see. “Tis simple me tree loving friend, we be looking at an ecosystem; based on the symbiosis between living things. From the pond that produces guppies to the frogs that live on the lily pads.” Lucky tips his hat as everyone looks at him surprised. “O’ right I be the funny one, um lets see? Sorry”:tiphat:
Messianica the Savior 01-25-04, 11:46 PM	http://nwn.unforgottenrealms.net/downloads/portraits/lyn05_lg.jpg As Helator Pilesos, offered his new deal and seem to look at her with his eyes to were he stood. Messianica raised her eyebrows, and grinned with satisfaction. “I am flattered by your attention, and after your papers prove true, I shall consider an alliance”
Lady_Astrianna 01-26-04, 12:02 AM	Astrianna shows no expression, only looks to Lucky, nodding. "Very well, my little leprechaun, if that is what ye see...that is what ye see. But I tell ye, ye are missing the larger picture. If all that ye see is a supportive ecosystem, ye still have a lot to learn about what being a person of the wilderness truly is." She looks over to Aerie, smiling as a pigeon flies down from the trees to land on her shoulder, getnly cooing in her ear. She smiles and look s the pigeon in its eyes, then turns her gaze once again to Aerie "And you, my Lady Aerie, what is it that ye see?"
sculyblast 01-26-04, 08:39 AM	"very well" mytus said and started to translate the pages. then he handed over the the common language papers to messianica and took back the contract. "well I guess I will be leaving then" mytus said "I will be back when my service has proven worthy" and so mytus left hillsfar to arive back at night at the flying ships of agudo. ((ooc: if you want more details on what's on my papers you should pm agudo or Aravilar, I myself have no clue further then that there is a trap set someone, but mytus knows))
Branth 01-26-04, 09:46 AM	Branth looks at him again. "Yes, the tavern isn't to safe is it. Sure, I'll go ask Agudo to come here. I'm sure he'd be happy to see another old friend. Maybe after he gets done talking to you he'll be able to tell me what I needed to know." With that Branth walks out of the falling Tavern, trying to think of what the guy said his name was. He eventually see's Agudo sitting on a stool at the Bakery, looking sad. o O(Well maybe my news will cheer him up.) Moving faster now Branth calls out. "Agudo, Master Agudo! I have some good news for you!" He stops just in front of Agudo and waits.
Agudo Archmage 01-26-04, 10:26 AM	((At the town of Dagger Falls)) http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Hearing Branth call out to him he looks up, and shakes his head from his dreary thoughts. Then remembering what he sent the boy to do he stands. “Branth! Did you say good news? Have you found someone alive, do they need my help?” Inquisitor Agudo said hopefully ((At the School of Light)) Lady Hoot razed and eyebrow at the strange man, who wished to speak with her in private. “Elvina is my trusted friend, what ever is troubling you dark one, can be said here. The students are still in class and know one else is around. Do not hold back your secrets if you wish my wisdom”
Aerie 01-26-04, 10:39 AM	Aerie was impressed by the little man, who calls himself the luckiest leprechaun of all. Then teacher Astrianna asks her what she see. She giggles and take a long look around. “Well, after what Lucky said my answer may seem silly. But I see animals and plants of all kinds and colors. The tranquility is very alluring to me and I think I would enjoy a swim in the pond. She shrugs her shoulders somewhat embarrass about her answer.
Branth 01-26-04, 12:15 PM	Branth looks sad for a moment. "Well yes and no. The first person you heard call for help didn't make it, part of the building fell on him. But there is a guy at the tavern who wishes to speak with you. He says he's an old friend of yours. Names Kheldar Devaentar . Said he just came from Hillsfar and has some very important information for you from there. Oh, and he said that the information is for your ears alone. Said something about wanting to tell you first, then let you decide what should be passed on to every body else." Branth waits to see what Agudo will say.
aravilar_holistacia 01-27-04, 09:09 PM	Originally posted by Zollex "I don't know exactly where he got off to," replied Zollex to Camaris. "Wait. There he is." Zollex pointed to an archmage searching for something. "Aravilar!" Zollex called as he and Camaris ran over to the mage. "We've decided to combine our soldiers. Camaris and I would like to know where we're going to be serving on the battlefield." "I'm not entirely sure, my friends...." Aravilar started. He looked over to the city of Dagger Falls where wisps of flame rose. "With all this nonsense Inquisitor garbage, I don't know what to do. The queen and Agudo have gone crazy. *I* am the Army Commander. I believe I should *command* my armies," he said. Aravilar went to look for Agudo, saying, "Come with me, you two."
Agudo Archmage 01-27-04, 09:20 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Agudo was talking with Branth when he saw Aravilar and walked over to him. “Greeting Aravilar I see you have your comrades with you” Agudo smiles at the others.
Branth 01-27-04, 09:24 PM	Branth follows Agudo like a shadow, waiting to see what was about to happen. He stands slightly behind Agudo, but off to the side so as he can see Aravilar and the others.
Elvin Queen 01-27-04, 09:37 PM	The Queen was well pleased her Elvin kind, for they rose to the occasion. Seeing Inquisitor Agudo and General Arvilar talking, she decides to join them. “I see General Availar has come around, a bit late I may add.” Did you not here the call to arms, where you off on another one of your romantic trips Aravilar?”
Agudo Archmage 01-27-04, 09:48 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Agudo gave a polite bow to Elisa the Elvin queen. “I can see you and Aravilar have much to talk about, I shall check back in a moment” With that Agudo turns and calls for Branth. “Come with me so that we can finish are conversation in private. After walking over to the next block, Agudo knelt down to talk with Branth “ Ok so the person I heard that called for help was dead…But then what happen?” He was more than surprised when Branth said a name from his passed. “Did you…say Kheldar?… Alive!” Agudo grabbed Branths arm and pulled him along “I understand what you were told Branth, but show me to this person you saw” This may be the only bright spot of this sad disastrous day. They walk over a to a simi burnt tavern and walk inside. “Hello!” Inquisitor Agudo says as he enters first., he walks deep inside and looks around. “I have come” Agudo says giving is best Archmage look as he taps his staff,
Branth 01-27-04, 09:56 PM	Branth allows himself to be pulled back to the tavern,but stays outside as Agudo goes in. After some debate with himself, Branth walks into the building also, but not all the way. Just enough so he can still see Agudo's back from his crouched down position. o O(Teacher Gene would never forgive me if I left Agudo in there alone. Maybe if I lie here just in the doorway I'm fufulling both abligations, I'm out of ear shot unless someone yells loud and yet I can still help Agudo quickly if need be.) Branth retrates back outside to give Agudo and his friend some privacy, But stays at the enteryway in case he's needed.
aravilar_holistacia 01-27-04, 11:24 PM	Aravilar snapped, "Thank you for your wonderful comment, my lady." He scowled at the Queen before turning to Agudo. "My lord, this is not correct. With a few moments of your time, my lord, I need to speak with you in private."
Lady_Astrianna 01-28-04, 01:07 AM	She nods solemnly, showing no expression as she receives Aerie's reply. Then she speaks, her voice reminiscient of a whispering wind of long-forgotten times and lands; of sun shining down on desert scapes and many lives and fates. "Yes, you are both correct. As a druid and protectress of these sacred lands, this is what I see; the cycles of life, death, and rebirth. Many fates intertwined into one, all suriving into one another. The circle of life lending itself to the death, life, and rebirth of every creature. I see the sacred energies in every tree, plant, squirrel, bird. I see natural lands yet untainted by powerful sorcery or greedy lumberjacks or vicious hunters. I see home. I see migration. I see friends. I see endless possibilities. I see Fate. I see the need for survival, and at times, the struggle of it. I see two life forces vying for one space of earth, neither relenting." At this, she motions to two oaks, each one equally intertwined through and around each other. "These...these are the things that I see, and the things that I want the both of you to see. This is the point of my class. To teach every individual not to just live in the forest, but to live WITH it as well."
Magnus-Valandiel 01-28-04, 01:13 AM	Originally posted by Agudo Archmage ((At the School of Light)) Lady Hoot razed and eyebrow at the strange man, who wished to speak with her in private. “Elvina is my trusted friend, what ever is troubling you dark one, can be said here. The students are still in class and know one else is around. Do not hold back your secrets if you wish my wisdom” He lies his staff down on the ground, and the hooded face looks to Lady Hoot, to Elvina, then back to Lady Hoot. "Very well - so be it. I must ask ye, however - not to think too ill will of me of my ... nature and my form. Such is cruel Fate." Magnus lowers his hood slowly, and the scene before you would definitely cause any of lesser stature to flee, call for the guards, or kill the thing before you. What you see before you ...would have been an elf, but is what has now been turned into a subject of most horrifying tales, darkest of dreams. What stands before you is a Lich. He whispers, the rasping of his voice taking on a desperate tone. "This is why, most gracious Lady Hoot, I seek an Archmage. Please...tell me ye can help me..."
Elvin Queen 01-28-04, 11:07 AM	“Aravilar once again your flighty personality has lost focus. Only a few seconds ago Agudo gracefully excused himself; proclaiming his return soon after he is done, with whatever he must do. Besides as an Arch mage that you are Aravilar , Sir Keldorn and myself; need your knowledge in the Meeting Tent.” She walks in front of Aravilar to keep his attention. “We will be advancing soon to the Tesh River near the Messianca forces; and I need you General Arvilar, to work with us, on reorganizing the troops.” Elisa sighs “We have lost many, but we still have a very powerful force, and your wisdom and I pray focus in the “here and now,” will be helpful in are planning.” She starts walking back to the main grounds, then stops. “Arch mage Aravilar! Well are you coming? “
sculyblast 01-28-04, 01:39 PM	not that anyone noticed that he was missing for the last day or two, but once again mytus succeeded in unseeingly move into the conversation that was currently going.
aravilar_holistacia 01-28-04, 05:24 PM	Aravilar followed behind the Queen, silently mouthing epithets behind her back. "By the immortal gods..." he thought. When the duo reached the tent, Aravilar stepped inside and said, "To which goddess do I owe this meeting, my Queen?" He was fuming.
Good Knight 01-28-04, 05:58 PM	Keldorn sat at the large ornate table that was brought down from the Elvin ship. He nursed his sprained arm, as he gazed at the maps before him. Hearing High Mage Aravilar enter the room, in his costmary mood; Keldorn tries to gain some civility to this meeting. “Your majesty Elisa and High Mage Aravilar, just in time.” He focuses once more on the map then his companions. “As you both know we had a great set back in Dagger-Falls. The loss of most of the villagers, has affected moral in camp. I my self was shocked at the emotional fanaticism that Messianicas followers had.” Firecam looks to Aravilar. “I was there when the woman and children charged us with?” He stops and thinks, then his eyes widen at the thought. “Blood-Lust! Yes like some barbarians who feared nothing, charging into superior numbers.” He shakes his head and stood while taking a deep breath. “We all know as well, that village was not the Messianca army. Just her followers, I shudder at the thought of how dedicated her henchmen are Tell us Aravilar, when Blind-Spells, Fear-Spells and Stun-Spells were used, it seem to only make the enemy more fanatical. Don’t get me wrong, on some it worked, but on most of them it only enraged them more. Do you have any spells that could help in such matters?”
aravilar_holistacia 01-28-04, 06:06 PM	Aravilar said, slightly annoyed, "There is a spell for everything, lord Keldorn. However, this spell they seem to be under may require something more than a paltry disjunction. "Elven High Magic will be necessary to exorcise the demonic possession of the women and children, lord and lady."
Lucky Leprechaun 01-28-04, 06:06 PM	{Lucky at the Agudo School of Prune farming} Lucky smiles and winks at the Druid teacher. “ Thy words have hit me heart, we shall work hard at becoming one with the nature around us. But for me next question, I need to start a Garlic, Onion and what person doesn’t love prunes farm! So, me tree loving friend, can ye teach me how to be a good farmer?”
Leenaria The Pixie 01-28-04, 06:12 PM	Leenaria sits out in the garden as she really wasn't signed up for classes, though she did need to observe them and send her reportings back to the head mage at the school back across seas. She shakes her head and sighs while sitting upon a flower petal, "How to secretly find out what she wanted to know and send the report back? I am not familiar with the message system here. I should ask... though I will do that later."
Good Knight 01-28-04, 06:19 PM	The Knight of the RadiantHeart, considerd Aravilar’s words and with sad look he spoke. “And if its not Demonic influence? What if? He stopped and set down very warn from the long day; emotionally and physically. “And if they the followers of Messianica are more like Knights? You know true believers who can resist Fear-Magic and the likes?” Firecam was shocked at his next words. “What if these people are truly following Messianca freely?”
aravilar_holistacia 01-28-04, 06:38 PM	"If they are truly following Messianica, we will be harder pressed to stop her. Spells can still do it, I tell you, my lord Keldorn." Aravilar motioned towards the sky. "I can do it."
Finwe 01-28-04, 07:16 PM	Finwe apears suddenly next to Aravilar, a strange look on his face, halfway between concern and contemplationThere are more ways than elven high magic, Aravilar, to solve a problem, and some are better in many circumstances. There is, in fact, a way that these people could be effected, although it would take some time for it to commence. For now, however, let us try to capture the rest of the survivors. Disguising himself as one of them, Finwe wanders far into the city, searching for any who might still run free, and sliently subduing them with spells before placing them in prisons of force. As they beat on the invisible walls, Finwe casts several spells, each time furrowing his brow at the result, and trying again. Eventualy, he smiles, and says "of course.." he then makes his way back to Aravilar and the others, 'Do not sling your spells, or strike with your swords. Show them mercy, show them that you are not what Messianica has told them you are. Your greatest allies in this fight shall be comapssion, generosity and kindness. No other weapons can match their power. No enchantment or charm holds them to their acts. They only see what htey have been told, and are enraged again."
aravilar_holistacia 01-28-04, 07:23 PM	"You make your points are sharply as ever, Fin," Aravilar noted. "What do you propose we do? We have many thousands of soldiers waiting for attack orders."
Kheldar Devaentar 01-29-04, 06:03 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif "Oh Agudo! How good of you to come!" Kheldar looked at the Archmage from behind the bar. Apparently the rogue hadn't moved from his spot since asking Branth to retrieve Agudo. "Can I get you anything to drink? I imagine everything that's not broken or spilled on the floor is on the house. . . One of the benefits I suppose from all this tragedy." Kheldar turns to inspect what was left of the bottles behind the bar. All that survived the carnage was some rank Dwarven mushroom wine and some Elven spirits. Neither of which Kheldar was very found of. "Well, looks like our selection is either stuff that tastes like cow dung, or stuff that doesn't taste like anything at all except burning. . . Damn. . . I think Tymora's trying to tell us she doesn't approve of what's happened here. . . Or she has really bad taste. . ." Kheldar turns away from the wall with the bottles. But instead of meeting Agudo's eyes he looks out one of the tavern windows. ". . .You can't walk anywhere on main street without stepping in a thick layer of blood. . ." Kheldar risks a glimpse into Agudo's eyes before quickly returning his gaze outside the tavern windows. "I suppose you would know though. . . You where there when it all happened. . . I, myself, only caught the beginning of it. . . But that was enough. I really pity the poor people who had to endure the entire thing. . . Did that lovely knight who took the rock in the jaw make it out alive?" Kheldar sighs. "Oh what does it matter? . . I suppose she'll only live to die another day. . . mmmm? . . Was what happened here today really necessary Agudo? None of these people where asking for your help. . . In fact, I think it was quite obvious they didn't want it! Kheldar pauses to make sure Agudo was taking in everything he was saying. "When I first came to this town do you want to know what I saw? I saw jubilant children playing in the streets doing everything their mothers told them not to do! I saw little girls rocking their dolls and forcing the boys to play house with them. I saw handsome young men flirting with young women - some made the girls giggle, some "justly" got slapped. . . But regardless, they were all happy Agudo! Even the ones pouting they didn't want to play and the ones rubbing their sore faces! . ." . . . "Now when I look outside all I see is blood. . . The men's blood mixing with the women's blood, mixing with the children's blood. It looks like a bloody mess of islands in a vast ocean of red out there! . . And many of those islands are much, much too small. . ." Kheldar frowns. "Before I share my dire information with you Agudo, I want to know why this all happened? Are you supposed to be freeing these people? . . When I look outside, I see your men turning the survivors into prisoners. . . They're enslaving them! . . Agudo, why?" Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
sculyblast 01-29-04, 11:56 AM	"the demonic influence you speak of is nearer than you imagion, aravilar, Remember lady kulideb? she went too messianica to do some spying, but from one of my sources, she is probably effected as well.." when mytus first spoke these lines he forgot the re-flank his voice, and his voice was still 2 octaves higher then normal, quickly he re-flanked it to what his original voice (he allready put his look back to the way it usual was) and then added ".. has anyone seen my dairy?"
Agudo Archmage 01-29-04, 12:55 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The rank smell of mixed ales, and burnt embers, was another constant reminder of the tragedies of this day. But then like some specter from the past, through the smoky haze near the bar was….. Kheldar?…..Alive! At first Agudo just looked on mouth open, truly shocked at seeing his former adventuring friend. But like some torturous nightmare the words of Kheldar sank in. The Rogue went on about the blood bath outside and even the rounding up of civilians. “Khel…your … but…Cough…the people… Inquisitor Agudo followed the Rogue’s gaze, out the window and shook his head. “This was not how I hope it would turn out, the towns people led us into a trap, at the center of town. I did…I did not think..they would be so loyal to Messianica.” He sighs as he looks back at Kheldar and walks closer, standing just a few feet from the bar. “ Your alive? I saw you die by the evil hands of Jerado.”
Agudo Archmage 01-29-04, 03:50 PM	((Agudo post is above/ other page)) Lady Hoot just looked at the Lich for a moment before replying. “The Headmaster is way for some time, yet if I understand correctly you seek to be freed from your eternal walk as a lich. She glances at Elvina before continuing. “What made you change your mind, from being the creature of evil? And just what were you before….An Elf…a Human?
Finwe 01-29-04, 04:38 PM	Originally posted by sculyblast "the demonic influence you speak of is nearer than you imagion, aravilar, Remember lady kulideb? she went too messianica to do some spying, but from one of my sources, she is probably effected as well.." when mytus first spoke these lines he forgot the re-flank his voice, and his voice was still 2 octaves higher then normal, quickly he re-flanked it to what his original voice (he allready put his look back to the way it usual was) and then added ".. has anyone seen my dairy?" Finwe, seeing the roots of evil once more, dismisses Mytus at once; "Do not disgrace us with your presence, oh foul one. To many of your kind have I seen to be fooled by you. If there truly were demons influencing these people, do you not think that they would still be attacking us? They flee, because they still have mortal minds. Now, begone, or you shall feel the wrath of one who has survived the power of the Gods! They shall not aid you in this, for they know that my defeat of you would end your threat forever."
aravilar_holistacia 01-29-04, 06:25 PM	Aravilar looked to Mytus, awaiting a response.
Magnus-Valandiel 01-29-04, 09:15 PM	The Lich puts his hood up again, his cloak once again wrapping around his deformed body. HIs raspy, near fear-inspiring vioce speaks again, though a certain humbleness is heard within it...a voice tinged with remorse. "Once...Once upon a time I lived, I breathed, I loved. I embraced my innate magicaly ability, reveled in it, lived in it, even. Even at the peak of my power, I wanted more. I embraced lich-dom, only to discover the evil coursing through my mind, my body...my hunger for love and life and books was replaced by a hunger for even more power, blood, and death. I've seen my friends be killed; I've seen the looks I get from others. I cannot die, not even by my own hand. I want to feel the sun on my face once again; to know the feeling of love for another, and to be loved; I want this horrid form to be ended; this nightmare to come to a halt...even if it must be at the cost of my life, for it to end.... Can you help me, Lady Hoot? Or can Agudo? Please - this is my last resort..."
aravilar_holistacia 01-29-04, 09:23 PM	--and then Aravilar's face grew bright red. "By Corellon's blade, there's a presence at the school, my lord and lady," Aravilar pointed out. He twisted his face in concentration, and... "...I've seen my friends be killed; I've seen the looks I get from others. I cannot die, not even by my own hand. I want to feel the sun on my face once again; to know the feeling of love for another, and to be loved; I want this horrid form to be ended; this nightmare to come to a halt...even if it must be at the cost of my life, for it to end...." Aravilar mumbled, saying, "He sounds like I did when I first came to the school." He listened in again. "Can you help me, Lady Hoot? Or can Agudo? Please - this is my last resort..." Aravilar donned his traveling cape and said, "Should I handle this matter, my Queen? I shall inform Agudo, nonetheless...." Aravilar flicked his fingers; a ball of fire rose from the tent to find Agudo and relay the message.
Kheldar Devaentar 01-30-04, 05:22 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif A wolfish grin slipped between Kheldar's lips as Inquisitor Agudo gazed outside the tavern window and sadly shook his head. It was terrible to crush the Archmage like this before killing him, but assassins could be such terrible people every now and then. Kheldar's striking hand darted into his cloak, through his magical ring gate, and gripped onto his new thinaun dagger. . . The instrument that would steal Agudo's soul! Agudo sighed and walked closer to Kheldar. “Your alive? I saw you die by the evil hands of Jerado.” Kheldar blinked and let go of his dagger. He had almost forgotten that apparently this Archmage of the Light had been one of the few who had witnessed his death. "Umm. . . yeah, that's what a few folks have told me. . . An Elven girl named Elvina said you explained the event to a bunch of people. . . But nobody's actually told me what happened. . . Heh, Jerado. . . Why the hell would I have wanted to fight a guy like him? Serves me right for getting killed I suppose. . . I'm surprised that I was able to come back at all!" Kheldar frowns, memories of guilt and tragedy where crawling up on him. ". . . He normally makes sure his targets don't ever return. . . He carries a talisman with him at all times that controls a pitch black sphere. . . Once his sphere rolls over a person, that person's soul is. . ." . . . just like Tara's! And it's my own bloody fault too! . . "Ahem-* . . . Irretrievable. They're gone forever. . . no matter how hard you try to bring them back. . . Supposedly a God can prevent the terrible event from happening, but those bastards are utterly useless. . . oop!" Kheldar looks at Agudo. . . The "Archmage of the Light" didn't look like a cleric, but one could never be too sure. "Sorry. . . didn't mean to offend ya there if I did. . . I guess the point is, I can't understand why Jerado didn't roll his black sphere on top of me and finally be done with me! He certainly has enough reason too! Well, you were there. . . what happened?" Suddenly, a fireball zipped through the Tavern entrance and into the common room! Kheldar braced himself for an explosion, but the fireball stayed exactly as it was. Kheldar stared at it, then looked at Agudo. "Ummm, is the fireball with you?" Artwork copyright © 2003. Gordon R. Quigley
sculyblast 01-30-04, 01:13 PM	(( ooc: finwe can you please pm me how finwe posiblily could know that mytus is evil? he acts like a good character and detecting his alignment by magic is impossible too))
kulideb 01-30-04, 03:05 PM	Kulideb walked around and spoke to the people. The people she spoke too were open and friendly, she couldn't sence any form of fear. The people really did seem to adore Messianca. She knew that soon she would have to chose sides, not some thing she was looking forward too.
Agudo Archmage 01-30-04, 04:18 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The tavern began to slightly creak, as the smoldering roof weakens. Yet the two barely noticed, as the bygone traveling partners, talked of days that dealt hauntingly of Kheldar’s deadly battle with Jerado. Maybe it was the long fight with the towns people or more rightly, being an Inquisitor, had exhausted Agudo, and he felt the need to sit. Snapping his fingers, he slowly levitated about four feet off the ground. Crossing his legs he sat Indian style, resting his staff across his legs. As Agudo did he raised and eyebrow, as the Rogue told of his lack of understanding on that dark day. But before he could speak a question or two with Kheldar, a fiery messenger of magic came in. This seems to bother the Rogue somewhat, yet held his cool. “What?” Agudo leans closely to Aravilar’s messenger and listens. “I see…. It would be better if Elvin Mage Aravilar stayed with the troops…. who need his leadership more than ever. But he may ask the Queen what she thinks.” With that Agudo waved it off, and waited until the fiery messenger left then spoke. “So your telling me that you don’t remember what happen that faithful day? Not even Leeatah…or the young Tara?”
Agudo Archmage 01-30-04, 04:28 PM	OOC Agudo's post is above this.)) Lady Hoot considerd the Lich words, then spoke wisely of what must be done. “Do you have the device that holds your soul? For I can kill your body, yet without that object" She pauses then continues. “Well as you know your dead body will be reanimated near it.”
Gene_Kynes 01-30-04, 05:04 PM	(( First of all. forgive how rude this post might seem, but I've gotof e-mailto slide in a quick event, then slide out and reply to a several e-mails. This...takes place roughly one night after I posted the Nightblade's "wait''.)) With the faintest hint of a smirk, Naz'ril thought up a quick name for this night, if it was to go into history. The night of bloodied shadows. It most certainly was appropriate, the young assassin noted, as he stuffed the strangled watchman's corpse into the closet. He couldn't even see his comrades-in-arms performing their work along the other turrets, the distinct human sillhoutte falling instantly into the many umbral pools that midnight afforded. Gene, on the other hand, was in a less comfortable position. His muscles were painfully twisted, his legs and arms pushing against both sides of the walls, yet positioning his body to blend in with the stone...still invisible to even trained eyesight. The guard running below didn't even have a chance to see the thin garrote wire held at neck-level as he ran to report a small Watch team not being at their posts. The occaisonal scream, or gurgle, would shatter the relative quiet of the night...yet 'their' presence was not obvious until the roars of gunpowder-filled egg shells thrown into torches burst into the night's sky, choking powder thrown into barracks, and officer's throats slit while still in their beds. As far as any knew, mere ghosts were striking from the shadows, standing out in the open being safer than any shadowed corridor... ...and then, they were gone, with no trace other than the hiddenbodies, the ruined siege weapons and dead officers. Almost no heavy low-ranking casualties were taken...and it seemed officers known for their brilliance or resourcefulness were the main casualties, in fact...the killers' game seemed to be demoralization. (( Naturally, Messiacana can alter this, FoD, and all that.)) Gene appeared near Agudo...but using 'mundane' stealth, instead of his shadows...but still chilling, nonetheless. Casting an emotionless look to Kheldar, Gene's eyes scan the figure briefly...and appearently isn't impressed. Impressive. He's back. And he still carries himself the same way. Handing a simple envelope to Agudo...Gene then fades into shadow once again...and hunting once more. But this time...for Flayhara. (( OOC: Sorry for the posts's suckiness, but I can't write right if I'm not at my own computer. And 'Gudo, if your character opens the envelopes...he finds fifty-two badges of office from...well, fifty-two of Messiacana's forces' officers. Gene's odd. Just a tad bit. :P))
sculyblast 01-30-04, 06:05 PM	"What.. Ow Lord or unknown duties.. Do you know of Demons? You are forgetting that not all demons are reckless and unplaned monsters that walk around this world oly to put fire to villages and bring pain in the hearts of the living! No! I say to you! the only think that can put the corrupted thoughts I the heads of the innocents are the fiends, that once were living themselfs, We must undo this Evil from this People and save the miserable skins, but I was not only talking about the Evil that has overcome this villagers, I was also talking about the evil that has overcome those oposining us, may we Be mercifull and pay them our mercy" those were the words that mytus spoke in defence, they seem rather strong to him and may have overthrown the words of finwe (ooc: sorry for the late reply)
Kheldar Devaentar 01-30-04, 08:05 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif Kheldar stared at the fireball messenger as Agudo talked to it and sent it away, and then before Kheldar could pick up the conversation again a dark figure appeared inside the tavern and handed an envelope to Agudo. The meeting between the two of them was certainly short enough. The only acknowledgement Kheldar received from the dark figure was a cold, unimpressed stare - who in return received an apathetic, but slightly annoyed stare. . . A simple pretext to show Gene that he was only annoyed by the Shadowdancer's intrusion of their private meeting. . . Really, Kheldar was more than a bit concerned that Gene was present for what was eventually going to be Agudo's assassination. . . However, much to Kheldar's relief Gene left almost as quickly as he had come - and he was apparently left alone with Agudo again. "My, you're certainly the busy one, aren't you?" Kheldar casually put on a pair of green lensed glasses and resumed his conversation with Agudo. Yes he had to kill Agudo, but maybe not until after he figured out a few things. "Hmmm, I met Leetah not to long ago. . . Funny story actually, maybe I'll tell it to you some day. But. . ." Kheldar spoke carefully, as there was something Agudo said that didn't make any sense. ". . .what's this about a young Tara? I knew a girl named Tara once, but she wasn't all that much younger than me." Kheldar curiously looked at Agudo. . . He wondered what the Archmage knew. Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
Magnus-Valandiel 01-30-04, 08:16 PM	Magnus pauses for a moment, considering. "There is nothing that can be done e'en were I to give her my phylactery... "Aye, I do have the item that houses my soul. Yet, I do not know what ye can do...aye, ye can kill me, but I will come back. YOu destroy the item, and then you destroy me - totally, irrevocably, with no chance of return, if I'm not mistaken. Do ye have something in mind?"
aravilar_holistacia 01-30-04, 08:38 PM	"Aye, I do have the item that houses my soul. Yet, I do not know what ye can do...aye, ye can kill me, but I will come back. YOu destroy the item, and then you destroy me - totally, irrevocably, with no chance of return, if I'm not mistaken. Do ye have something in mind?" Aravilar shifted uneasily. "My lady, what shall I do? By your command, I shall stay or leave to deal with this."
Agudo Archmage 01-30-04, 10:53 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Looking over the badges (Scalps) that Gene brought to him, he almost smiled. “Well at least something going right today” He said a bit to loudly as he considerd the words of Kheldar. “I may be an Archmage and all, but even armature can see that you have lost more than just a little of your memory. I take it by your own words Kheldar that you weren’t hit by the Black Sphere of Jerado” Agudo does not wait for an answer he sees the truth already. “We…you …and a few others… from Rocky a nasty thief of a Dwarf, and leader of are adventuring group…. to Leetah the sweet if a bit naive of a girl, yet rather powerful healer. As well as Kat a lovely if lost from her home in a strange Realm and Rouge in training. We had a second healer Luka, a diabolical healer of the dark arts and new enemy of yours… And Gene my bodyguard who saved many of us from a Jerado trickery ” He gazed out the window, the last of the setting sunset go behind the hills. “We were on the hunt for Jerado…or at least I was… I let Rocky think that my School had fallen on hard times; and that I needed to go with him to find the treasure in a fake map” Agudo then turned back to Kheldar “You like normal, had a lust for coin and the temptation of the map was all you needed to join. But once we met up Jerado underground his own sick plans unfolded. That being Tara as a young girl, he had trapped her soul in a diamond and reanimated; or maybe grew a clone body for Tara soul. Agudo thought long and hard about what he should say next. “Kheldar, you were the one Jerado wanted…He wanted to kill you Tara all over again. Why?” He scratched his blond beard then finished his reasoning. “ I believe you did something that caused Jerado, to want revenge in the most complex way.” Agudo set his feet on the ground and walked up to the bar. “You did die by Jerado hands, and you never had a chance to tell me why Jerado hated you so The good news is as you know, Leetah are alive….and Tara”
Messianica the Savior 01-30-04, 11:53 PM	http://nwn.unforgottenrealms.net/downloads/portraits/lyn05_lg.jpg At her desk in the citadel at Redemption city {Hills Far} her trusted aid came to her with tragic news. “Over a dozen of the city watchmen were murdered by assassins!” She stood with dismay in her eyes. “Are enemy becomes more desperate” She turns to Savael and takes his hand. “As you know my trusted friend, just yesterday we received news of the fight for freedom at Daggerfalls. The brave heroes of freedom fought to all most the last man woman and child. They are now the saints! The shining example to us all! The enemy sought to hurt us, but I want you Savael, to take the bodies of the Watchmen and march them around the town center. Have horns and drums playing, this should be a celebration of sainthood” {Elsewhere in the town of Dagger Falls} Kheldar could feel the emotional bound between Messianca and him. The contract she signed bound them together, in more ways than one. Kheldar could feel that reaction of Messianca, he could almost hear her words as if saying {Arch Mage Agudo is just like Arch Mage Jerado! All magic users trick those they see beneath them.} Then Kheldar can almost hear the ten of thousands of Redemption City people can be heard saying You’re the Hero Kheldar, save us from Agudo. Look what happen to Daggerfalls!
Let me tell you a Story 01-31-04, 12:00 AM	Emeraldeys walked into the tent with Aravilar, Keldorn, and Queen Elisa. “Forgive me how I look” She says as she brushed off the blood stained hands. “I did all I could, most in my care shall live and some may be able to re-grow arms and legs.” She frowns at her own morbid talk.
aravilar_holistacia 01-31-04, 12:19 AM	Aravilar bowed as the lady entered. "It is not a concern, milady," he said graciously. He looked back to the Queen. "This school matter can wait, I suppose. Perhaps I shall ask Keya to look into it--" he flicked his eyes towards the ceiling, blinking once, "--but for now the main problem is at hand." Aravilar motioned to a group of maps and charts. "We should begin the march to Zhentil Keep as soon as possible. We first need to secure our supply lines by subduing the town of Dagger Falls," he said, jabbing a finger at the map.
Agudo Archmage 01-31-04, 12:26 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Lady Hoot was not sure how to say this but she gave it her best wise owl look. "I plan to destroy the phylactery, it is my hope and I say hope! For I see no other way, but to take a chance and see if your soul will return to your Lich body. Then I shall deal with the Turning. The good news is Headmaster Agudo has writen a book on Turning the Undead. I think we can really do it, if he right."
Finwe 01-31-04, 12:37 AM	OOC: agudo, your link just links to the post that the link is in, lol.
Agudo Archmage 01-31-04, 12:43 AM	:rofl: :heehee Well I did say Shooooouuuuld ;)
Finwe 01-31-04, 12:47 AM	P.S. The glass is twice as big as it needs to be ;).
Agudo Archmage 01-31-04, 12:51 AM	((OOC OK I GOT THE HOOT PIC TO WORK SEE ABOVE AND ANY OTHER POSTS I MADE :D AS FAR AS THE GLASS IS HALF FULL....WELL I LIKE TO THINK BIG :cool: ))
Kheldar Devaentar 01-31-04, 12:55 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif Kheldar looked at Agudo as if the Archmage had just announced water was dry. . . This always seemed to be the case when people informed him of his past. The story never seemed to make any sense. "Tara's soul in a diamond?!?" Kheldar shook his head. "That couldn't be true. . . The only Tara that Jerado would taunt me with is even beyond his reach! She's deader than dead. . . He couldn't put her soul in a diamond because it would be like filling a bucket with air!" Kheldar began to shiver. "Leetah is alive. . . I can believe that because I've seen her. . . Tara." Kheldar shook his head again. "Tara isn't alive. . . that's because she can't be. . . I know what Jerado did to her and I can't figure out in my mind why he didn't do the same to me." Kheldar sighs. Agudo must have been confused. . . Maybe Jerado had made some flesh golem and named it Tara to deceive everyone. "Any way, to answer your question as to why Jerado hates me so much - that's an easy one. . . I wish I could say I have some special power that he fears will defeat him one day. . . But that's not at all the case. Hell, both him and I know I wouldn't stand a chance in a fight against him." Kheldar looks at Agudo and shrugs. "You would know I guess. . . you would've seen it. . . The reason why Jerado wants me dead is because I ruined one of his "operations" a long time ago. He had established an assassin's guild called the Order of the Black Daggers. He dominated a man named Zeld Adilihan, and paraded Zeld as the guild's leader while hiding in the shadows like a lackey wizard. . . Jerado pretended to advise Zeld and taught the would-be assassin's how to use arcane magic." Kheldar waved his hand in the air like magic. ". . . Any way, to make a long story short, I joined the guild. . . I built up my rank, and one night I was given the important task to interrogate a plump little Dwarven Defender. . . She. . .I-* I mean he was already chained to the wall of a ruined building when I got to. . . him." Kheldar carefully considered his words. . . ". . . I was. . . betrayed. . . at that wretched, ruined building. . . The whole thing was a trap to kill me and. . . and somebody else." Kheldar sadly remembered killing the plump Dwarf. As soon as the Dwarf's neck had been slit from ear to ear it had turned into his beautiful, beloved fiancée. . . Then Jerado's black, umbral ball had burst through the wall she was chained to. Kheldar had gotten out of the way just in time to watch Tara's body get devoured by the thing. . . ". . . only I escaped the trap. . . And as payback I returned to the guild and utterly destroyed it. . ." Kheldar would just neglect to tell Agudo that by "utterly destroy," he meant that he had butchered every last one of the guild members in a fit of rage while they were all asleep. . . the only one that had escaped Kheldar's wrath was the one who had set the trap. ". . . This greatly upset Jerado because he had an ultimate purpose for that guild. . . And well. . . heh heh, I kinda wreaked it. . . Jerado's held a pretty nasty grudge against me ever since." To this day Kheldar still felt terrible about what he had done to all his friends in the guild. . . He hadn't realized that they were never a part of the trap Jerado had set. . . But Kheldar felt bad about all sorts of things. . . And the massacre at the Black Dagger guild hall had been the smallest of the three massacres he had started in his life so far. . . Menzoberranzan was by far the worst! "Well, that answers one of your questions. . . So. . apparently Tara's alive? Maybe you could tell me where she is before I tell you what I must. . . I really should be getting back to business." Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
Agudo Archmage 01-31-04, 01:47 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley His old acquaintance seemed to be detracted by his thoughts, dealing with Tara. Inquisitor Agudo was right at the bar edge of the bar, looking into Khaddar eyes. “ I know it’s hard to believe she is alive, Tara is…” Then Agudo thought about Kheldar’s last words. “What do you mean…back to business?” The Inquisitor had a bad feeling about this
Kheldar Devaentar 01-31-04, 02:47 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif Kheldar looked up and saw the worry in Agudo's eyes. "Oh, I suppose I had to get around to it sooner or latter. . . Branth may or may not have told you that my business here is as an informant from Hillsfar with some dire news for you." Kheldar grinned. "Well, the dire news is that Messianica has sent out an assassin to murder you. . . And, unless you can afford to beat the cumulative wealth of the entire city of Hillsfar. . . You're to die by this assassin's hand today. . . So my friend, can you afford it?" Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
aravilar_holistacia 01-31-04, 03:04 AM	Aravilar started, his elven ears twitching. "My lady!" he cried, before disappearing in a flash of light, using his innate teleportation ability to appear at the Archmage of Light's side. "Stay your hand, fiend of Messianica, before I burn you into so much worthless dust," Aravilar snarled. He raised a hand, facing his palm to the man with the green-lensed sunglasses. A curl of flame rose from between his fingers.
Elvin Queen 01-31-04, 09:33 AM	Elisa the Queen of the Sun Elvis, considerd the request of Aravilar to go on some mission to the Agudo school. When he like normal, the Elvin High Mage changed his mind and erratically focused in on the map before them. “Now you’re at least doing something that makes young worthy of your Elvin blood my brother.” She say as Aravilar talks of military planning with the Messianica army. But then Aravilar says something odd? “What do mean subdue Dagger Falls?” She looks to Emeraldeyes then Lord Keldorn, before snickering with subtle laughter. “General Aravilar” She cover her mouth with her hands. “Please stay away from the Elvin Wine, for as you can see Emeraldeyes is covered in the blood of Daggerfalls town people” Then Elisa stops laughing. “As well as are own troops.” Elisa walks next Aravilar “Are you sure your stable enough to deal with this war?” Yet like some drunken tavern lush, Aravilar once again, like so many times before; Takes off without warning. Elisa pounds her fist on the table. “ARAVILAR!” She screams in anger.
Good Knight 01-31-04, 09:53 AM	At Dagger-Falls: Keldorn was just reaching for a cup of water when, Queen Elisa started to chuckle at something Aravilar said about Dagger-Falls. The Knight looked at his broken arm, then at the merciful hands of Emeraldeyes. Seeing her hands were caked in blood, he could not help but to shake his head at Aravilar. “I must agree with the Queen” He is careful with his next words, seeing how unstable Aravilar is. “That you Arch Mage Aravilar, have just ignored the obvious! That being burning embers of Dagger-Falls, and how you missed all the dead bodies of not only Daggerfalls people; but also are own? Well!” Keldorn is so flabbergasted that he sits down shaking his head once more. Then as if to prove everyone’s point, Aravilar magically disappears for who knows what? Leaving the Queen, to vent her frustration on the table and Emeraldeyes and himself doubting Aravilar mental condition.
Agudo Archmage 01-31-04, 10:17 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Very calmly inquisitor Agudo turned to his friend Aravilar. “Thank you for your loyalty my comrade” He puts his arm on Aravilar shoulder and smiles. “To be honest, I can take care of this minor Rogue, who memory reflects his skills. I could just see in his eyes that Kheldar was here for coin…like always.” Agudo says this as he gazes at Kheldar “If I need help I will call your name, Aravilar” After Aravilar leaves Agudo frowns. “ I take it your love of silver and gold still knows no end Kheldar. A shame really, all the love you had before your death at Jerado spell. Leetah, Tara, ….My friendship”
kulideb 01-31-04, 05:03 PM	It didn't take long to put the bits of information together as the elf listerened in on other peoples conversations. The attack at dagerfalls and the death of the watchmen. She had also heard that the dead were to be paraded around, the thought sickened her, but it would work the crowds hatred for Agudo up. She sliped from shadow to shadow to try and learn more about the attack at Daggerfalls. She hopped her friends were safe, that thought stopped her. The 'enemy' were her friends, she needed to go back to them.
aravilar_holistacia 01-31-04, 06:47 PM	Before Aravilar was demitted from Agudo's side, he said, "You, Agudo, have no idea what you got yourself into all that time ago. Remember the harp of Khaira?" Aravilar teleported away. Appearing back inside the tent, before he even stopped to breathe, he said, "Agudo was about to be ASSASSINATED." He paused to allow those words to sink in.
Good Knight 01-31-04, 10:48 PM	Firecam was just reaching for a goblet of water, when the now infamous Aravilar returned screaming like an emotional loon. Keldorn is able to hold on to the goblet, but just barely with his good arm. “Of all the imposable Elvin wizard” He glares at Aravilar. “Must you do that? Popping in and out like that. Now calmly tell us is Agudo ok?”
aravilar_holistacia 01-31-04, 10:51 PM	"I apologize, my lord, but it was imperative to rescue the lord Agudo," Aravilar said, bowing to the lord Keldorn. "Agudo said that he wouldbe fine; he sent me away. Pity, that." Aravilar sat down and said, "Ah... This teleporting is making me dizzy."
Magnus-Valandiel 01-31-04, 11:03 PM	Originally posted by Agudo Archmage "I plan to destroy the phylactery, it is my hope and I say hope! For I see no other way, but to take a chance and see if your soul will return to your Lich body. "To destroy the phylactery..." "...would undoubtedly destroy me...." "...And ... what will happen if ye are mistaken in this? And that my soul does not return to my body but ... stay dead?..." He pauses for a moment, his posture slouching, his fomerly semi-confident demeanor fading into the mists of the past. "...though, I suppose I deserve nothing less than destruction, give the events of my past...." Though Magnus does not go into great detail about his past, it is obvious to one so wise as Lady Hoot :D that a great string of a saddening events has drove him into this state of being...indeed, he seems very much insane due to great sadness in his life.
Lady_Astrianna 01-31-04, 11:21 PM	She seems to almost visibly frown at Lucky "Nay...I cannot teach ye how to be a good farmer. As they say, I can onyl show ye the door, ye have to walk through it. I can show ye how to live with the plants, breath with plants, be one with the plants, how to take only what ye need - but ye must go from there. I lived as a Protectress, Lucky, not as a Farmer. But trust in this - I have lived in the outdoors all of my life - never have I been in want and need. Mother Nature, Breather of all Life, has given me all that I need and more...."
Kheldar Devaentar 02-01-04, 05:34 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif Kheldar fiendishly smiles as Agudo dismissed Aravilar. That just meant it was Agudo and the other person he had watched follow Agudo to the Tavern. . . With all the shouting and nonsense happening he was surprised that fellow hadn't shown up yet. "My dear friend, my memory hasn't failed me at all. . . You're making the foolish assumption that I'm the same Kheldar you adventured with. I'm not. . . That Kheldar is dead. . . You of all people should know that. . . You see the original Kheldar had his body cloned as a precaution incase something terrible happen to him. . ." Kheldar grinned. For whatever reason he found explaining the situatoin to Agudo very ammusing. ". . . For what it's worth I carry the same soul. But my memories only cover what I knew prior to being cloned. . . And sad to say, those memories don't include you, Leetah, or this nonsense about a young Tara." Kheldar takes out a scroll from within his cloak. "But don't take what I'm about to do personally. After all, none of this is my idea. . . I'm just simply fulfilling a contract." Kheldar begins reciting the incantation written on the scroll, soon Agudo's magical tricks would be meaningless! ((OoC: Agudo will recognize the incantation as an Antimagic Field spell.)) Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
Branth 02-01-04, 09:33 AM	Branth had been calmly waiting outside till this point. He had watched the fireball go into the tavern, felt Gene's presence and Aravilar's presences briefly inside. But now he is bored. Humming quietly to himself branth changes forms again, into a firelizard sized brown dragon. He gives himself a quick look over then walks along the floor into the Tavern, now easily avoiding all obsticals. He finds himself a nice spot to watch everything thats going on, Under a collapsed tablle. Here he can see Agudo and Kheldar, though it's kinda hard to see both now due to his size. He see's Kheldar waving around a scroll, but because he's in firelizard form he can't hear the words being exchanged between the two of the, so he just watches..... ((OOC: If you guys want him out just let me know. He's basically an observior only, He can't really understand everthing that is going on because he can't understand Common in this form. The only way he'd understand Agudo was in danger is if he acctually saw Kheldar take a dagger and stab at Agudo with it.))
aravilar_holistacia 02-01-04, 11:47 AM	((OoC: Agudo will recognize the incantation as an Antimagic Field spell.)) ((OOC: When will they learn... :D)) As calmly as possible, Aravilar muttered, "Qu'kiir vian ivae, qu'kiir van tier t'nor." Far off in the distance, a pale cone of blue light settled upon a certain rogue [FoD permitting], causing the rogue to be silenced rather quickly. [FoD permitting: If the Elven High Magic fails to affect Kheldar, the spell fails.] Aravilar stood and said, "My lady and lord, allow me this sublety. The lord Agudo is under attack."
Let me tell you a Story 02-01-04, 10:25 PM	She had stood silently even after the antics of High Arch Mage Aravilar. Now though she had to ask a direct question to his latest outburst. “Aravilar if I may ask you about this latest drama ” Emeraldeyes considers her next words “ Um how should I put this? Ah yes! About this conversation you had with Inquisitor Agudo, why did he politely declined your aid, if he is in danger?” Emeraldeyes steps closer to what she sees as a tragic and volatile mage of power, who is under a lot of stress. Do to his constant upheavals, because of the interference of his cruel, and questionable goddess that stills away the woman he loves. Just to crush Aravilar, and to make him an emotional wreck. “I know the heartache with the loss of Keya, twice! Plus the constant pressures of being a wizard, has obviously put a strain on you.”
aravilar_holistacia 02-01-04, 10:47 PM	Originally posted by Let me tell you a Story “I know the heartache with the loss of Keya, twice! Plus the constant pressures of being a wizard, has obviously put a strain on you.” "You are correct, lady," Aravilar said, fidgeting slightly. "I am quite strained." He looked into Emeraldeyes' eyes ((OOC: Emeraldeyes' eyes? :D)) and said, "It is tough, to have to endure the gods' wrath."
Elvin Queen 02-01-04, 11:11 PM	“I think the fact that your admitting your problems, is the first step to recovery Aravilar” The Queen says this, trying to reassure her fellow Elf. “Now I have not known the Light mage as long as Lord Keldorn. But from what he has told me of their adventures together, Agudo is a capable practitioner of the arts. If he says he can handle it, then I will trust him” She frowns as she considers the disaster at Daggerfalls under Agudo command. “Yet my kin Aravilar you may keep us informed of the events as they unfold. But and I want to make this clear, for the sake of your well being Aravilar.” She stops and just looks at him for a moment so that her next words sink in. “ I hereby put you under the medical care of Emeraldeyes! Now before you pop off anywhere! You need to ask her permeation first.” Like Emeraldeyes, Elisa also walks closer to Aravilar. “Please my brother in perfect Elvin blood, your taking on to much of the worlds burdens. Its time to think of your own needs. Elves, Dwarfs, Half Lings and humans all die sooner or latter. In other words if Agudo falls, like so many other humans, of the past. We the Elvin people will morn him. But we the Elves will go on.”
aravilar_holistacia 02-01-04, 11:23 PM	"I am not on a leash, chained to this woman, my Lady," Aravilar retorted. "And the Chosen of Mystra have the world on their shoulders, Lady. I know burden."
Agudo Archmage 02-02-04, 03:03 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Agudo smiled for he knew this was it, if he was going to act now; he had to move fast. “So you don’t remember my fighting styles the do you?” That was one good thing about Kheldar loosing his memory, he didn’t see Agudo fight. Reaching across the bar Agudo grabs onto the hands of the killer Rogue; who holds the powerful Anti Magic Spell. Inquisitor Agudo can just see what will happen next. The crunching of Kheldar nose the parchment leaving an imprint on his face…it…it..was almost laughable at how easy this was going to be. For Agudo planed to head but Kheldar…. For no one would think a wizard would use such dirty tricks…let alone a good one. But as luck would have it something went wrong a blue light appears blinding Agudo, and even interfering with his magical abilities. “What? Noooo” Crunch! Agudo could not see and wasn’t sure if he hit Kheldar or the burnt pole holding a beam up over the bar. CRASH BAMMM Smoke and ash went everywhere.
aravilar_holistacia 02-02-04, 03:11 AM	((OOC: Hehehe, Agudo, when I said silenced I meant shut up, not killed! :rolleyes: ))
Savael 02-02-04, 07:11 AM	Savael's gaze swept out from one of the windows of Messianica's study and traveled almost lazily over the City of Redemption. Across the rugged rooftops, some thatched and some neatly tiled. Across the broad streets were people went about their business and daily doings as if it was nobody's business... Wich it probably wasn't anyhow. He sighed under his breath and turned his attention away from the window and it's spectacular view, and over to Messianica. He hated being the bearer of bad news to his employers, especially to this one. She stood behind her desk with dismay in her blue eyes, her coppery hair hanging in fiery locks past her shoulders. "Our enemy becomes more desperate" she exclaimed. It was more of a question than a statement he thought. But then she turned to face him, taking his hands in her's. "As you know my trusted friend, just yesterday we received news of the fight for freedom at Daggerfalls" Savael nodded solemnly, he too had heard the grizly news of how the poor township of Daggerfalls had been cutt to shreds by the advancing army of the Arcane Lord Agudo. Agudo... him of all people! But Messianica was not yet finished. "They are now the saints! The shining example to us all!" A soft smile fluttered over Savael's lips, this woman belived in her cause at least, if nothing else. "The enemy sought to hurt us, but I want you Savael, to take the bodies of the Watchmen and march them around the town center. Have horns and drums playing, this should be a celebration of sainthood” Savael stood smartly to attention as Messianica finished her speech "Very well my Lady, it shall be done as you command!" he choroused in reply. He made a mental note in his mind: 52 dead Watchmen to be paraded around the center of town later today... He'd have to get horses from somewhere, and carriges for the coffins. If he could only mannage to get hold of some flowers as well... Oh well, he could take cear of the details later. "My Lady" he ventured, as he prepeared to leave "I have dispatched messengers to the other City States around the Moonsea area with a call for Mercenaries, to bolster our forces for the battles to come" "I expect the parade to be well prepeared and underway by tomorrow, the people of this city shall know the bravery and honour with wich these men and women served the City of Redemption and their honoured Lady Messianica. We shall hail the glorious dead!" With that he saluted Lady Messianica and made his way towards the door of her study. He had work to do...
Branth 02-02-04, 08:14 AM	Branth blinks and looks down for just ONE second......When he looks back up all he see's is BLUE! Blinking trying to clear his eyes, as the smoke and ash decends on everything, Branth tries to peer out and see where everyone is....
Agudo Archmage 02-03-04, 12:28 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley (The Litch said) "."...would undoubtedly destroy me...." "...And ... what will happen if ye are mistaken in this? And that my soul does not return to my body but ... stay dead?..." He pauses for a moment, his posture slouching, his fomerly semi-confident demeanor fading into the mists of the past. "...though, I suppose I deserve nothing less than destruction, give the events of my past...." The lovely snow owl turned her head slightly to regard the Litch. “This may sound cold, yet you are a force of evil! So let me make this perfectly clear once more!.” With only a momentary pause, does Lady Hoot consider her words. “I am willing to take that chance!”
Kheldar Devaentar 02-03-04, 04:40 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif Kheldar caught his breath from behind the bar counter. . . He had to move fast to avoid hitting the strange blue beam that had popped up all of a sudden. What was that strange blue beam? Kheldar was pretty sure he had dodged it. . . It didn't seem to have any effect on him. Well, with the cover of the bar mildly protecting him from Agudo's spells, perhaps now was a good time to attempt recasting the scroll. Kheldar began to quickly recite the scroll, but suddenly realized something terrible. . . His voice wasn't coming out! Kheldar mouthed a few curse words. . . Considering many of Kheldar's magical items worked off command words, this put the rogue in a very difficult spot! Kheldar didn't even want to think about how he'd return to Hillsfar without being able to use his broom of flying! Who casted that spell? I couldn't have been Agudo! That spell caught him off guard as much as it did me! . . What about that Elf from before? He seemed pretty excited about a fight. . . "You, Agudo, have no idea what you got yourself into all that time ago. Remember the harp of Khaira?" Harp?!? What's so special about Khaira's harp? . . Unless, could he be using it as a scrying device?!? Kheldar quickly creeps to the side of the bar and inspects Agudo from behind some fallen timbers. . . Where was the mage keeping the harp? Kheldar couldn't see it from this side, that meant the other side. . . If he could move quickly enough, maybe he could surprise Agudo before the Archmage had a chance to attack. . . maybe. "Boots haste!" Nothing came out of Kheldar's mouth. Dammit! that's right. . . Well, lets see what I can do without my boots! With a flick of his wrist Kheldar had a stout mace ready and he was silently charging towards Agudo. He'd sunder Khaira's harp and try to make it back behind some cover before the Archmage knew what was happening! Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley ((OoC: I must apologize for the long delay between posts. Suddenly I'm finding myself with very little free time. . . But I will make an effort to post as often as I can. . . Great posts everyone! . . Have fun!)) (( PS. I like the picture of Lady Hoot Agudo! Hee hee, oh I know, I'm so big-headed :rolleyes: ))
Magnus-Valandiel 02-03-04, 09:56 AM	His red eyes flare in surprise at the wise owl's statement. "Appearances, my dear Lady Hoot, can be deceiving. The body is merely a shell to the true demeanor of the soul. How can you know that I am not just a abomination of life, a shell of a good creature, traped in this horrid form? I would think, my dear Lady, that ye would possess more mercy and compassion for all than ye do...." "Why have I come? Perhaps it was a mistake...now all that this supposedly compassionate, merciful cleric, who bears the form of an owl wants is to destroy him. I do not want more blood shed in my name - yet, must it come to that. if it must, it must. I pray not..." He looks to the Lady Hoot now, sincerity (if it were possible) echoing in the red orbs acting as his eyes. His voice comes out - oddly enough full of emotion. "Lady Hoot, I plead that ye believe me - I am not the evil taker of life that ye perceive me as. Many other perceivably evil creatures have come before me whom have turned out to be good individuals. Take for example, Drizzt Do'Urrden, the drow elf. many shunned him for being the evil drow that most of his race is recognized as. Yet he, himself, was a good individual, marked by a kind streak with benevolence. i am not so different. Yet if ye still wish to perceive me as an evil-doer of the worst kind then I will have no choice..." The Lich trails off then...no choice but what? To destroy himself? To destroy Lady Hoot? To destroy the school? To flee? There weren't many more options left to him...what was he to do? Who was he to turn to? "Please, Lady Hoot, don't let me think that coming here, coming to seek your help and the Master Agudo's, was a hopeless mistake...Time is running short. Tick-tock. Tick-tock." Originally posted by Agudo Archmage http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif The lovely snow owl turned her head slightly to regard the Litch. “This may sound cold, yet you are a force of evil! So let me make this perfectly clear once more!.” With only a momentary pause, does Lady Hoot consider her words. “I am willing to take that chance!”
Agudo Archmage 02-04-04, 01:22 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Coughing the dust out of his lungs, and trying to clear the chard wood off of him, as he sits on the ground. Inquisitor Agudo barely sees the assassin in time. The crunching of glass and clay on the ruined floor, was the only thing that gave Kheldar away. Using his vocalize spell, Agudo over comes the blue light silence spell. “Ha so your still alive! A shame really… most don’t live after my famous Head butting move” Agudo was using bravado to freak his opponent out. “Now for my second famous move” His magic staff in hand, slams upward, between Kheldar legs. (OOC … O’ well :rolleyes: I must leave that last attack to FOD…But its up to you Kheldar ;) )
Agudo Archmage 02-04-04, 01:39 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Lady Hoot just rolls her eyes at the last comment by the Lich. She turns to Elvina. “Why do they always talk about Drizzit, as if that one in a million; should some how let me think that every Drow is just misunderstood.” Turning back to the Lich she shakes her head. “Did you or did you not say and I quote” though, I suppose I deserve nothing less than destruction, give the events of my past...." “Now if you truly want to purge yourself, from the evil body you wear. Then no more pity parties! Your very body is tainted by darkness, and as far as your personal life, I see no reason to believe you’re the classic Bard story of a good guy; trapped in a bad guys body. Cursed willingly or not as a Lich, your body commands you to do evil” She waits as she looks over the dead thing. “if you don’t want to be redeemed then leave! Yet if you head my words, I shall try and save you… and like I said, I am willing to take that chance.”
Magnus-Valandiel 02-04-04, 09:30 AM	He pauses for a moment, picking up his staff as he leans on it for support. "I do not like the sound of yer words, Lady Hoot. They sound more bent towards my destruction than my survival. Yet, I do not wish to continue in this state of unlife..." He reaches down into the folds of his rotting robes and comes out with a moonstone pendant. He lets it dangle on his bony, rotting-flesh fingers. He remains in that position as he waits for Lady Hoot
Let me tell you a Story 02-04-04, 04:43 PM	Emeraldeyes puts her hand on Aravilar shoulder and sadly looks at him. “You must learn to say “No” to Mystra! “The burden the world has caused you to be, unbalanced, with the toying of theses selfish; and I quote Agudo, so called gods.” She sheds a tear for the Elvin mage. “Take time for yourself before you loose your sanity forever; and become like {Hallester Blackcloak} from Underdark mountain, near that decadent city of Waterdeep.”
Kheldar Devaentar 02-04-04, 07:35 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif ((lol, is Khaira's harp visibly on Agudo? You didn't mention it. :))) Kheldar goes to swing at Khaira's harp but it was no where to be seen! A compromise would have to be made, Kheldar quickly retargeted his swing for Agudo's leg. . . Immobilizing the wizard would probably pay off in the long run. As Kheldar swung towards Agudo's leg the Archmage did something else unexpected! And with very poor fighting etiquette! To Agudo it looked as though his hit has been completely successful on the rogue! Kheldar dropped his mace and let the momentum of his swing carry it towards Agudo's leg. He then quickly jumped back from Agudo, and glared at the wizard. The rogue must have possessed great fortitude, he didn't seem to be in half as much pain as he should have been! That was a bloody cheap shot from the Archmage of the "Light." Kheldar's knee throbbed in pain. . . Had I not have been wearing this cloak of displacement that could have really been disabling. . . I'm pretty sure I know what he was aiming for! In an instant Kheldar had an unusual crossbow out, it had a clip full of bolts on top of it. Then, with sore knee or not, he ran for total cover behind one of the tavern walls while firing volley after volley of crossbow bolts towards the Archmage. Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
Zollex 02-04-04, 10:25 PM	"I still think that we should be taking on special missions, rather than on the battlefield," Zollex said to Camaris. "We've got some of the srtongest soldiers here. We shouldn't put a bunch of bladesingers and spellcasters against average soldiers." Camaris was about to reply when a blue flash came from the distace and landed somewhere in the camp. "What was that?" He looked to Camaris, then said, "Aravilar, was was that?" "Let's go see where it landed," the half-elf suggested to his friend.
Finwe 02-04-04, 10:34 PM	Originally posted by Let me tell you a Story Emeraldeyes puts her hand on Aravilar shoulder and sadly looks at him. “You must learn to say “No” to Mystra! “The burden the world has caused you to be, unbalanced, with the toying of theses selfish; and I quote Agudo, so called gods.” She sheds a tear for the Elvin mage. “Take time for yourself before you loose your sanity forever; and become like {Hallester Blackcloak} from Underdark mountain, near that decadent city of Waterdeep.” Finwe stirs at the name, "Mystra"; "Midnight has grown Arrogant since her ascension. I knew her once. But she began to grow a taint. Not the taint of evil, no, for she was not inclined that way, but the taint of arrogance. She beleives that now she is a god, she can do anything she wants. If she only knew how wrong she was...."
aravilar_holistacia 02-04-04, 10:49 PM	Aravilar said to Zollex, "Worry not. It is nothing." The words sounded more like an order than a request. To Finwe, Aravilar smirked. "I knew Midnight as well, my friend. She has changed quite a bit... but Her Chosen still am I." To Emeraldeyes, Aravilar frowned. "You are no benefactor of mine, child. You speak as if I had a choice in the matter. The Lady commands her Chosen to live lives that can be quite devastating to themselves. "Summon the Simbul, I say, Alassra, the Witch-Queen! She knows of what I speak. She was the worst of the Nine, we Nine Chosen. Her wrath spanned countries, worlds, planes. My wrath is only suffered on this plane... I try to limit my Chosen bonds. "Alassra, my adopted sister, as it were, was calmed by the Lord Elminster himself. I have no such person to calm me. Elminster and Alassra are lovers; a lover I have not." Aravilar blinked away a tear at the thought of Keya, in Arvandor, waiting, waiting for Aravilar to die....
Agudo Archmage 02-05-04, 01:27 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley ((OOC I PM Khaira and about my idea for the Harp. I left the control of the harp to be done by Khaira.)) Inquisitor Agudo was surprised by the tricky Rogue lack of pain. Using magic he swirls sideways moving several feet to the left; as he is laying on the ground, like a blur, his blue and white robes go spinning around and around. The bolt shoot lots of holes into his trademark wear; yet with the exception of a couple of knicks of blood on Agudo face and arms, he seems to be ok. He quickly stands as a contingency spell takes effect. (Stone Skin-Basic magic Armor for wizards.) “I must say my old adventuring friend, you lack of man hood, must explain your high-pitched voice” At the same time he says this, Agudo casts Acid Arrows at Kheldar. Being an Archmage has its advantages, for unlike a low-level wizard who can only cast one... Agudo is able to have several of the Acid Arrows shoot out of his hand. They burn into the bar and whatever else it hits nonstop for three minutes. But then Agudo sees the Harp! It had fallen out as he was spinning and went sliding across the floor. (( I think you can touch it Kheldar, but only Khaira can say what it does…Hint, Hint post Khaira)) ;)
Agudo Archmage 02-05-04, 01:33 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Lady Hoot smiles. “Follow me Lich and bring your soul container ” And flaps her wings to take her out the door, She lands by a pond near by and awaits the fallen one.
kulideb 02-05-04, 03:28 AM	The small elf made her way to the main gates, she missed being able to shadow jump. She pulled up her hood and stayed to the shadows as she tried to slip round the watch men left on gaurd duty.
Branth 02-05-04, 08:30 AM	Watching from his hiding spot, Branth finally see's that the Kheldar person is now firing crossbow bolts at Agudo! Confused at first, Branth suddenly gets very angery at Agudo's so called friend. Walking along the floor, just out of sight of both of them, Branth sneaks up behind Kheldar while he's busy. With a well aimed snap, Branth precedes to try and take a bite out of the assians butt! ((OOC: FoD premitting of course! ;) might not be a death blow, but can be VERY uncomforatble. )):smirk:
sculyblast 02-05-04, 12:10 PM	hmzz.. so less is happening here, I must inflict some psycical damage to someone before I will lose my grib on myself and all my work will be useless.. hmzz let met see, Agudo Is gone and Aravilar is in deep dicussion.. the others are all discussing things with aravilar, first which trïbëÚds am I after? the hardests ofcourse let those trïbëÚds rest for now, oh yess Ava promissed me something yess.. well what am I to do, let me withdraw in my room And so mytus went to his room
Magnus-Valandiel 02-05-04, 02:48 PM	As fast as Magnus can he dashes after the Lady Hoot, clutching onto his phylactery. Finally, he catches up to her at the pond. He throws his staff several feet away, just in case the temptation to attack happens to come by... He sets the amulet containing his soul on the ground in front of Lady Hoot. "My Lady Hoot, I place my trust in you...do what you do. If my destruction comes of this - then so be it."
Good Knight 02-05-04, 07:41 PM	The righteous Knight slowly stood and looked thoughtfully towards Aravilar. “It would seem, that those around you Aravilar" He points to the Queen and Emeraldeyes. " Care more for your happiness than your Mystra”
Finwe 02-05-04, 07:53 PM	Originally posted by aravilar_holistacia Aravilar said to Zollex, "Worry not. It is nothing." The words sounded more like an order than a request. To Finwe, Aravilar smirked. "I knew Midnight as well, my friend. She has changed quite a bit... but Her Chosen still am I." To Emeraldeyes, Aravilar frowned. "You are no benefactor of mine, child. You speak as if I had a choice in the matter. The Lady commands her Chosen to live lives that can be quite devastating to themselves. "Summon the Simbul, I say, Alassra, the Witch-Queen! She knows of what I speak. She was the worst of the Nine, we Nine Chosen. Her wrath spanned countries, worlds, planes. My wrath is only suffered on this plane... I try to limit my Chosen bonds. "Alassra, my adopted sister, as it were, was calmed by the Lord Elminster himself. I have no such person to calm me. Elminster and Alassra are lovers; a lover I have not." Aravilar blinked away a tear at the thought of Keya, in Arvandor, waiting, waiting for Aravilar to die.... "You are not the chosen of Midnight; you are the chosen of Mystryl! Do not let her control your life for any longer. Let her avatars take the place of her chosen."
aravilar_holistacia 02-05-04, 08:58 PM	((OOC: Agudo, Khaira PMed me. We have a special surprise in store with the harp... yes, we. Khaira said I have some control over it, you'll see a bit later ;))) Aravilar said to Finwe, "I suppose you are correct... Mystryl was a better goddess to be Chosen of... But I am not complaining." The harp of Khaira, when held by Kheldar, sat immovable, unable to be played, and quite cold. The harp, when held by Agudo, was alive and well, playing melancholy tunes and sparkling slightly. Aravilar concentrated slightly, changing the tones of the stringèd instrument. The harp played a sharp three-note bar in its highest notes before resuming the melancholy music.
Khaira 02-05-04, 10:38 PM	Originally posted by aravilar_holistacia The harp of Khaira, when held by Kheldar, sat immovable, unable to be played, and quite cold. The harp, when held by Agudo, was alive and well, playing melancholy tunes and sparkling slightly. Aravilar concentrated slightly, changing the tones of the stringed instrument. The harp played a sharp three-note bar in its highest notes before resuming the melancholy music. The harp changes tunes into a complex war-tune, playing vibrant, exhilerating tunes... As the harp plays, Kheldar is assaulted by a multitude of images. Kheldar, in some kind of tavern, talking to a red-haired elf; in his mind, he flies through valleys and plains, over hills and dales; he sees many taverns, many lands, many people, all in a state of deep comraderie and friendship. He sees the harp in some kind of school setting as it plays a beautiful melody For Agudo, the images are sleightly different. He sees the same red-haired elf in a tower, fighting a Lich, the tower crumbling (remember the Last Stand?); he is then transported to the school, oh-so-long ago, and he sees the same elf approaching the gates - time seems to fast forward. He sees this elf in a classroom, smiling that arrogant, mischevious smile. She then turns to Agudo, who is standing in the doorway and mouths something - "I am with you, Archmage Agudo".
Elvin Queen 02-05-04, 11:57 PM	Elisa was moved by everyone’s concern for her Elvin brother in blood. Even though they were not as blessed as they with the life of an Elf; it was still touching. “Aravilar of my people, we only want the best for you, do try to consider are words. For you must learn to say no to Mystra, maybe that is what she is waiting for. To see if you can stand up for what is right, not only for others but yourself. Never the less just think about it, and please return Mytus personal journal for me will you?” She hands it to Aravilar.
Agudo Archmage 02-06-04, 12:55 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Lady Hoot closed her eyes and calmed herself, she then began praying. A warm breeze blew through the garden, the pond water rippled as she began to sing. Magnus saw the phylactery rise and felt his stomach grow hot. Even though it was sunny, it began to sprinkle all around Magnus, causing a small rainbow to appear. The phylactery glows white hot, sunbeams suddenly surrounded the Lich. His stomach churns with energy, as his body becomes one with the container that holds his soul. ((OOC ok the DM used a little liberty over FOD! But the final result is up to you)) Does Magnus absorb the phylactery into his body? Freeing his soul and redeeming his retched self, causing his physical form to return to a mortal form? Or does he and his soul shatter into oblivion?
Magnus-Valandiel 02-06-04, 02:21 PM	As the magical spell takes place, his staff, tainted by evil explodes into a million tiny pieces. He falls to his knees, and throws his head back, in utter pain as all of his robes fall from this body. Some type of spiritual thing flows from the amulet into his body, and then the phylactery, too explodes. The lich looks to Lady Hoot with intense hatred as he too, finally collapses. It appears he is not breathing. And then ... then a change occurs...all of his deteriorating robes fall to pieces and disintegrate his lich body seems to melt away as a new body overcomes it. An elf, with blue-tinged skin, almost white hair, clutching an ornate wooden staff. As the change occurs it is apparent that he does not seem to be breathing...
Kheldar Devaentar 02-07-04, 04:29 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif ((OoC Note: Kheldar didn't hold the harp! :) He's far more interested in destroying it!)) Kheldar could breath a lot easier after he made it behind his wall. It wasn't that he had been seeking cover from Agudo's spells, although that was part of the reason. The important thing was that the instant Kheldar had gotten behind the wall, Agudo couldn't see him, and that made sneaking around the tavern a lot easier. In fact, he was about as far away from that wall as he could get! Agudo continued to mangle the tavern with Acid arrows. Judging from the trajectory of his attacks he didn't have a clue where Kheldar was. . . good! From his hiding spot Kheldar took out his regular crossbow. While the Archmage was smashing bottles of booze Kheldar could carefully aim an attack against the wizard. Obviously Kheldar didn't want to kill Agudo. . . that would have to be done with the dagger, but maybe he could do something else. . . From his cloak he pulled out a strange looking bolt with an agonized head carved at the tip instead of an arrow head. These bolts were greatly feared by wizards because, although they did next to no damage, any caster struck by such a bolt could not use his voice to cast spells. . . At the very least it would level out the playing field between them! As soon as Kheldar put the bolt into his crossbow Khaira's harp began to play an exhilarating melody. The song wasn't so distracting, but the flurry of images entering Kheldar's mind certainly was! Images of things he had never experienced, he knew what they were supposed to be. . . Images from a past life, something he had no recollection of because some silly Gnome named Garrick neglected to keep his cloned body up to date! Damn it was hard focusing his aim while being bombarded with these would-be memories! Kheldar finally lined up his shot when all of a sudden he felt very sharp pinch! His crossbow fired immediately from the shock of the "pinch" and Kheldar quickly turned around to see who had made the sneak attack. Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
Pipers Youth 02-07-04, 04:29 PM	Outside the Catherdral a large *thump* is heard near the entrance. Then large footsteps are heard passing by the waterfall, and then by the marble satues. A large green dragon comes into veiw near the lobby. As the dragon approches his movement makes the Catherdral shake a little bit. Finally the dragon stops and looks down at the levetating book in the air and then looks down at the granite desk and the Elf. The dragon focuses his large emerald green eyes on the elf women sitting in the granite desk. The dragon takes a deep breath and then speaks in a deep tone"I would gladely fill in this information but as you can see I'm not exactly....how do you say,not the right size.The old dragon gives a chuckle and lays a fingernail on the book. The old dragon takes another breath"I'm here to see an archmage by the name of Agudo,I do beleive this is his school..no?"
aravilar_holistacia 02-07-04, 04:29 PM	Originally posted by Elvin Queen Elisa was moved by everyone’s concern for her Elvin brother in blood. Even though they were not as blessed as they with the life of an Elf; it was still touching. “Aravilar of my people, we only want the best for you, do try to consider are words. For you must learn to say no to Mystra, maybe that is what she is waiting for. To see if you can stand up for what is right, not only for others but yourself. Never the less just think about it, and please return Mytus personal journal for me will you?” She hands it to Aravilar. "My lady, I shall do so." Aravilar stood. "Well, to move our thoughts to the war, I believe it is time for us to march to Zhentil Keep." Aravilar signaled to a guardsman outside the tent, who blew a horn. Several horns blew in the distance, around the camp. Two hours later, the armies were formed up and prepared to march. Aravilar walked to the head of the first company and levitated himself with a burst of spellfire. "Army of Light!" he cried, starting his pre-battle speech.
Elvina 02-07-04, 08:35 PM	After leaving Lady Hoot to deal with the Lich, Elvina moves to her desk to be greeted by a great marvel at the school. Bowing with respect she smiles at the old ones remarks. "It is no problem Honored sir. I can fill the information for you. Yes this is Agudo's school, though I regretfully have to inform you that he is out at present. He's trying to run a freedom mission to Hillsfar and is currently at Dagger Falls. But he left the Great Lady Hoot in charge of the school if you would like to speak with her. " Elvina smiles up charmingly at the green dragon.
Pipers Youth 02-07-04, 08:57 PM	The dragon smiles at the women's remark"Oh that's quit alright my dear, I indeed can wait for the archmage to return." "300 years ago I had to guard a temple until it's previous gurdian returned,ahh good times." The old dragon caught himself telling one of his old stories and quickly shook his head"Oh but you wouldnt want to hear about an old dragons past..would ya" Kazul looked down focusing his green eyes at the book then he took his fingernail and fingered through it"Ah yes here it is" The dragon took another breath" My name is Kazul of the The Dragon Nations" Then Kazul rubbed his chin with his claws"Title,let's see now....I was the commander of one of the sectors of the dragon nations." Kazul laughs at the other question"Of course,is it not obvious" Kazul takes another breath"Us dragons dont really have a class,we are classed by age and wisdom young lady."
Elvina 02-08-04, 08:23 AM	Elvina smiles again. "Not to offend honored guest, but I beg to differ on that." Elvina giggles slightly. "We seem to have a few dragons attending this school who class themselves by the trouble they can get into. But I'm sure this only holds true for the younger dragons yes?" She fills in the book for Kazul. "I do not know who long Archmage Agudo plans to be out. But as for your stories I'd be glad to hear them. As you can see" She motions to the empty hall be hind her. "I have plenty of time on my hands also."
Agudo Archmage 02-08-04, 09:22 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Three gnomes walk up holding shovels, all yapping away at each other until they see the body. The smallest of the three Gnomes by the name of Penelope SmallFry, asked a simple question. “That’s the second one this week Ms Hoot! Ya wants us to dig a hole for it” Penelope says as she points to the former Lich, now an Elf; who seems to be not breathing. The wise white owl was in no mood for quick thinking garden Gnomes, and flew off her perch by the pond to shoo them back. “Not yet, now give me some room” Lady Hoot bends over the head of the Elf, and at first looks like she pecking his face off. But a wiser person could tell that Hoot was really giving him… “Mouth to Mouth” resuscitation. She does this several more times then flaps her wings and stands back, to see if the former Lich, now Elf will live.
Agudo Archmage 02-08-04, 10:07 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The sizzling of wood and bubbling ale, was rather intoxicating after Agudo blasted away at the bar. Smoke and small fires line the canopy of the rack that once held a drinkers paradise in alcohol. Yet! No scream? No Kheldar begging to make the pain stop? Inquisitor Agudo walked up to the bar and even jumped on top, and poked his head over, looking to see what became of pesky Rogue. When suddenly he got a shoot in the tush! :eek: He was caught off guard by that hit, and fell over to the other side of the decimated bar. Causing one of his boots to fly off into the air and “smack Kheldar” in the back of the head. Who at that moment was trying to see who bit him. But Agudo had his own problems (Crunch) Broken glass and splintered wood could be heard as the wizard body hit the floor. The only thing that could be seen of him, was right leg sticking up half way on the bar. He tried to scream but nothing came out? The mage slowly stands and shakes him self off of the debris. Inquisitor Agudo then turns his head in disgust, thinking to himself…. Oo…Why do these armatures Rogues always try to silence us mages? When will they learn, we have these ridicules gaudy jewelry for a reason!…oO Agudo reaches up for his necklace of Power that gives him automatic “Vocalize Spell” He chuckles as he taps his chest, where it should be. Oo.. Why don’t they ever use their Rogue skills, to take our magical jewelry in the first place..oO But a strange prickly feeling comes over Agudo as his hand only touches skin. Oo..Why that little thief!… its so you cant truest anyone anymore…oO Inquisitor Agudo was mad now and takes out , not one, but two wands. One is the Wand of Creature Summoning and the other is Wand of Magic Missiles! ((OOC Ya I know ….But come on! I wouldn’t be a wizard without using at least one Magic Missile)) Agudo uses the creature summoning first. A spray of magical energy shoots forth…. and right in front of Kheldar is a Flesh Glom. Saying (Smashy Smashy) as it raises its big fists over Kheldar head.
Pipers Youth 02-08-04, 02:11 PM	Kazul smiles at the elfs statment and speaks in a deep tone"Ahh there are younger dragons here,well then you would be right Miss." Kazul lays down on the floor wraping his tail around one of the stone pillars getting himeself comfartable for surely he knows he's going to be here for awhile. Kazul ponders taking his claw and rubbing his chin"Now let's see here,where should I start?" The dragon blinks his eyes"Have I ever told you about the time I visited the Enchanted Forest?"
Magnus-Valandiel 02-08-04, 10:18 PM	Magnus seems to begin breathing, but that is the only sign that he shows of life. He remains unconcious, the only sign that he is allow is the extremely shallow rising and falling of his chest. It almost seems that he is struck by some kind of magical sleep, caught in some kind of nightmarish dreamworld.
Angel Elf 02-10-04, 12:06 AM	After putting her new husband in the kitchen feeding the wee ones Angel has returned to the brave fight against evil. The town looks in bad shape something must have happen when she left for home. Then seeing the Elvin man Aravilar giving a speech to the troops. She waits to hear the inspiring declaration of the fight to come.
Good Knight 02-10-04, 01:05 PM	With a dignified walk even with his hurt arm, the Knight of the RadiantHeart gathers his humbled troops around him. “Ladies and Gentlemen, Lord Aravilar is preparing to give a speech, gather your things and follow me. Remember we our all-good people, fighting for a righteous cause. Lets us take this dastardly experience at Dagerfalls and learn from it. We shall be better prepared from now on, for all of us have seen the evil trickery of Messianica. Yet by all that is right we were victories in the end!” The Knights give a strong cheerful yell and salute too Keldorn, as they pick up their weapons to the make-shift square where Aravilar is speaking. Just to the side of the podiums is that winged elf Angel. “Ahh she has returned, for what purpose I wonder?” Firecam waits a moment as the his troops assemble then he calmly walks over to Angel. “I see you have come once more. Lady who touches the clouds” He gives his best charming smiles as he awaits her response.
kulideb 02-11-04, 04:52 PM	Kulideb crept out of the town under the cover of darkness. She had missed her shadow jumping more than she thought she would. She set off at a fast trot away from Hillsfar. Her mind racing with images of her friends, afraid of what might have happened to them.
Zollex 02-11-04, 11:33 PM	Zollex stood next to Camaris, with their soldiers behind them. They waited for a second, while Aravilar was getting things started. "If you'll excuse me, Camaris, I have to have a quick talk with one of my bladesingers." Zollex then called out towards the leader of the bladesinger group, "Tanluos, come with me for a short walk." The pair walked past the assebling troops and out onto a hill, overlooking the Army of Light. "Why didn't you win the battle with the phantom doubles?" the half-elf asked, getting to the point as quickly as possible. "It was an even match. A draw was the best I could get," replied Tanluos. "Was it? You have focused too much on how to combat your enemies' fighting styles. You should take some time to study your own, so you know what to expect on the battlefield." "Perhaps I should, sir. There will be little time before the coming battle, I'm afraid." "What better place to learn than on the battlefield itself? Now, we must get back to our group. Aravilar will start his speech soon. I don't want to miss what he has to say." The elf and half-elf returned to their group and stood silently, waiting for Aravilar to begin.
aravilar_holistacia 02-11-04, 11:42 PM	((OOC: I'm going to actually write the speech in military science class tomorrow... I'll get to posting it when I get home. :D)) --Ava
Kheldar Devaentar 02-12-04, 05:10 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif Kheldar frowned at the little dragon thingy before him. For such a little fellow it sure had a nasty bite! The rogue waved the creature away, but it seemed pretty content to be right there with him! Oh you stupid thing. . . Get down! It's dangerous up here! Kheldar had no idea how dangerous though! Just as he turned back to Agudo he saw something very startling up on the rafters with him! Something that certainly did not belong up in the rafters! AAAAHHH!H!H!?!?! The rafter just simply shattered under the grotesque weight of the Flesh Golem. The monster hit the floor first, followed by Kheldar who cracked a few of the golems ribs as he tumbled onto it, followed by something small that knocked Kheldar on the head as it made it's way down. . . OoooOoOoow. . . a flesh golem now? And he dares to call himself a mage of the light!?!? Couldn't he have just summoned a Solar?! Anything with a discernable anatomy?!? NOOooooOOOOoO He has to go summon a damn flesh golem! A bloody construct that requires the dead, festering flesh from at least six human bodies as well as a mix of evil spells to bring it to life! . . It's something Jerado would do! But this guys calls himself an archmage of the light! "Ugh! I can't stand hypocrites!" Kheldar blinks. . . Did he say that or think it? The Flesh Golem started moving underneath him! Kheldar quickly picked himself up and ran as quickly as he could away from the creature, but not before laying a small metal cube a top the golem's chest. "Agudo! You have till the count of three to make it to one of the far corners of this tavern!" I have to keep him alive! I can't kill him with this or I wont be able to trap his soul! Kheldar continued to fiercely run away from the golem as quickly as he could. "One. . ." Did Kheldar want to kill him? It felt weird trying to save Agudo from harm. The images from Khaira's harp began to flutter in his mind again. "Two. . ." Maybe after this Kheldar could try an alternative method to handling Agudo. After all, they had been good friends before. . . "Three. . ." Goods friends didn't beat each other to death! ". . . Ok, Tower expand!" With an explosive amount force the cube erupted into a 30 foot tall adamantine tower! The Flesh Golem was utterly devoured underneath the tower as it anchored itself into the ground. Wood, glass and stones splintered, shattered and crackled as the tower completely destroyed what was left of the tavern. The interior of the building quickly filled up with dust and debris. ((From Outside the Tavern)) Everyone outside in the streets of Daggerfalls sees and hears the top of a massive guard tower burst out from the middle of the tavern. Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
Branth 02-12-04, 07:52 AM	Branth watches as this big bad guy tries to get away from him! Hissing in anger Branth attaches himself to the bottom of the rogue's cloak as the Rogue starts running away yelling something. Slowly making his way up the back of the cloak as Kheldar runs, Branth tries to get to the rogues shoulder where he then proceeds to try and bite his nose!
Elvina 02-12-04, 08:02 AM	Elvina smiles and settles in to listen to the story. "No you have told me about that yet. I'd be glad to hear." Elvina grins again, and writes a quick note which she sends with a little blue bird to give to Lady Hoot. The bird takes off to find the estaimed Lady. the note reads.... Lady Hoot, When you are done with your endeavors with the Lich we have another guest. A green dragon by the name of Kazul who wishes to speak with Headmaster Agudo.....
DiplomaticSorcerer 02-12-04, 02:45 PM	Camaris whispered into Indris's ear, "Tell the men to go out in groups to the corners of the army. Then you come back and meet me here. I don't want anything going unnoticed, especially here, where we're unprotected." While Indris distributed orders Camaris walked to where Zollex was standing. "Would you like to secure the field with me? It doesn't look like Aravilar has prepared, and my mages usualy provide security. Would you like to help us?". Indris finished, and met Camaris. Camaris said to Zollex, "I'm going to keep an eye on the situation from the air. If you want to help us, you can join me." Camaris snapped his fingers, and he and Indris began to fly. "Look out for any sudden movement at the edges of the army. We don't want to miss anything. Oh, and I'll tell a patrol to go to Aravilar. He's the head of this army, and I don't want him to be in any danger." He told Indris to monitor the situation from the air, and flew down to a group of mages moving to the fringes of the army. He whispered in the leader's ear. "Move up to the front. Protect Lord Aravilar if danger arises. I'll be up there as well. Be on your guard, there may be trouble." He flew to where Aravilar was hovering. "I'm sorry to interrupt you, sir, but I don't think this is a very safe place to be. You're an unmoving target that's got nothing in the way of armor, and an assassin would not have a challenge trying to kill you here. I'm just reminding you, sir, that there are a great many people who would like you dead."
Agudo Archmage 02-13-04, 01:29 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Lady Hoot was concerned about the elf, which she had turned from a Lich. She says a long prayer over him and blesses some water as she pours it over his head. Then summoning the three Gnomes, she orders them to take the Elf into infirmary. Once inside several Clerics and Druids tried their best to wake the Elf. The Druids used dry herb, such as rosemary and sage with ointments. The Clerics meditated and prayed as everyone waited for the final outcome. The wise white owl Lady Hoot read the note from her and sent for the Elvina to bring the guest Kazul to the Infirmary as well.
Agudo Archmage 02-13-04, 01:52 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley. Seeing the surprise on Kheldar’s face was spectacular, with one exception. The strange dirty look he gave Agudo! As if the Wand of Creature summoning gave him a choice on what came out? Its not like you buy these things at the magic shops with a guaranty that it will only pop out good creatures. The Archmage of Light felt like screaming, but thanks to some blue light from who knows where?!? Agudo could only give his best… I know what I am doing…I am a pillar of the community indignation . Yet on top of it all the rafters snapped causing not only Kheldar to fall but also his summoned creature. Oo.. Was that Branth?…oO Agudo saw him fall as well? He reaches into his blue and white robes and takes out a potion of Magic Cleansing. Drinking deeply Agudo can feel his voice return. “Branth!” But the smoke and debris are too much to see through. All he heard was a warning from his enemy Kheldar to run! “Why? I am not afraid of….” It hit him like a tone of bricks! Knocking Agudo back against the wall. The pain was enormous, as the Magical Tower expanded, pinning Agudo between the tavern and tower walls. His bones began to crack “AHHHH” Then at the last second the tavern wall gave way… Leaving the bloody and battered Inquisitor Agudo half under the Tower. His right arm was nearly severed, even his classic smile was no more; as some of his front teeth lay on the ground next to him.
Magnus-Valandiel 02-13-04, 09:48 AM	After a few long hours of attempting to wake the elf, his breathing becomes more even regular, deep, and even, and after a time, his eyes gradually open. He looks up at the clerics and druids, at the Lady Hoot, and anyone else in the room at the time. In a state of shock, surprise, and, perhaps, paranoia, He jumps from the bed, holding his staff in front of him as he looks, with deep distrust, at all those in the room. "What is this! Where have you taken me?! Who are you!" A blank look registers on his face - recognizes no one, whatsoever. After a moment, he mutters to himself, "For that matter, who am I?"
Kheldar Devaentar 02-13-04, 04:30 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif “AHHHH!” - CRACK! POP! Kheldar quickly looked back at his expanded tower. Worry creased his face. What had happened to Agudo?!?!? Suddenly something leaped off at his shoulder towards his face! "AAHHH!" The small draconic creature had come back with a vengeance! It knocked Kheldar right off his feet and sent his back side crashing down on bits of broken wood and glass. The Rogue furiously tried to get the thing off his face, but after a few tries it became very evident that doing so would take his nose off along with it! "Damn I hate you dragons! Why did ya have to choose the mage's side? You things are always against me! It's like Behamut holds a person grudge against me. . . I mean, I only murdered a couple hundred of his priests and vassals - But believe you me, he deserved it!" Kheldar struggled with the beast in one hand, while creeping the other hand behind it's back. "But I can't wrestle with you all day! People are going to want to investigate the new addition to the tavern, and I certainly don't want to be here when that happens! . . And much more importantly. I want my nose back!" Kheldar snapped his fingers and a rough looking sap magically appeared in his hand. Trying his best to track the spot he wanted to hit on the creature, albeit with it attached to his face, Kheldar fiercely takes a swing! Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
Branth 02-13-04, 06:23 PM	Branth fiercly hangs on to Kheldars nose like some little pitbull set on taking the nose with him. Then Kheldar swings the sap, stunning Branth and knocking him clear of the rogues face. Branth doesn't move ((Temporary stun, you got three minutes!))
aravilar_holistacia 02-13-04, 08:08 PM	"You have a point, my friend," Aravilar said, interrupting his speech. "I suppose you have already taken care of that?" Aravilar stepped down from the podium to inspect the perimeter.
Zollex 02-13-04, 08:52 PM	"Okay, Camaris. I'll get right on it," Zollex said. The half-elf turned to his bladesingers. "We're going to do some patroling. Form into trios." The bladesingers grouped into sets of three and awaited orders. "Now, I want Tanluos' group on that hill," he pointed to the hill he and Tanluos had stood on, "and five groups surrounding the border of the army. The last five groups will patrol inside the army. Stay with your groups and try to stay in sight of at least one other group. Go." The bladesingers quickly split up and went to their assigned possisions. "What should we do, sir?" asked one of the two remaining bladesingers. "You will be with me. We're going to watch the area around Aravilar. We don't want anything to get to the general." The threesome walked towards the podium. Camaris was already there. Zollex walked up to Aravilar and said, "Sir, we're here to help out defending you. This would be a perfect chance to kill you, and it would greatly demoralize the army, too. Let's make sure that doesn't happen. Where can we best serve?"
aravilar_holistacia 02-13-04, 09:04 PM	Aravilar turned to Zollex. "Station yourselves around this podium; I doubt they will attack, but for safety reasons, we should take this precaution," he said. Aravilar gestured to the assembled soldiers. "Besides, with all these people around, it's not a good idea for the enemy to try something."
Kheldar Devaentar 02-13-04, 09:49 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif Kheldar rubs his tender nose, and looks at his hand, at had blood smeared on it. Quite annoyed, the rogue looks into a shattered piece of polished silver. "My nose!" It looked all scratched up and there were some severe teeth marks in it. Kheldar glared at Branth. All dragons were evil, every last one of em! The rogue took out a light blue potion and drank it. When he looked back in the polished silver his nose looked fine, but it was still red and tender. In an annoyed hustle Kheldar marched up to Branth, picked him up, and went over to check up on Agudo. He found the Archmage crumpled over and tightly pinned against the tavern wall. "Agudo are you all right?!?" Kheldar quickly examined the archmage, he was alive. "Oh thank heavens! I was afraid you had died on me." Kheldar looked at the teeth on the ground, and curiously picked a few up. "The teeth of the great Agudo - Inquisitor and Archmage of the Light. . . Heh heh. How much do ya think I can sell these for?" Kheldar showed Agudo the teeth in his palm. "Well my friend, I was going to give you a long speech about friendship and betrayal, but I don't think you have enough time to listen to it and I don't even know if you're capable of hearing at the moment. . ." Kheldar sighed and took out a pitch black dagger. It was crafted from pitch black thinaun and had a flat black grip on it. "And you're a mage. . ." Kheldar gestured with the dagger in the air. ". . . and that creates all sorts of complicated problems. . . so, as you can, see the best thing I can do is*" Kheldar dove the dagger into Agudo's forehead, and gave it a grisly twist. . . ". . . is to kill you outright. Sorry friend. . ." . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kheldar was on his broom of flying and making his way back to Hillsfar. He had been able to escape the Tavern just as people were starting to flood in it. The last they had seen was the great guard tower fold back into little cube and disappear. That dragon creature had been left behind with a regular dagger dripping in Agudo's blood. The thought of that creature wielding a weapon was ridiculous - But the world was full of ridiculous creatures, so who could say that some dragon's couldn't wield small weapons? At the very least it would give the creature some much deserved grief! And now Kheldar had to make it back to Messianica. He could see that mountain of gold that awaited his return! Hopefully he could also get rid of that soul binding curse or whatever it was Messianica had put on him. The idea of being bound to a client beyond a contract was not one that Kheldar particularly enjoyed. Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
Elvin Queen 02-14-04, 01:25 AM	“Make sure we have all the supplies ready no mess-ups understood!” Elisa did not wait for the answer from the corporal she saw Firecam near Aravilar who was giving a speech. Walking over she stops and smiles at the Knight. “Tell me Lord Keldorn how goes Aravilar pep talk?” Just then several solders surround Aravilar as if concerned for his safety. “Aravilar what pray tell has happen are you alright? What of your speech? I was hoping to hear some of it”
Angel Elf 02-14-04, 01:34 AM	Angel had left the light army for a short walk when she saw a strange sight. “A new structure in town?” She walks faster and sees a tall tower like building. “Wizards! Always taking advantage of others misfortune.” She takes a closer look trying to find away inside when Angel saw the blood on the ground. “Who?” A lizard was laying next to a knife and a bloody man. “O’ Elvin spirits NO!” Angel turns white. “Agudo, is, Agudo, Agu” She barley could breath at his dead sight. “Some one help Agudo is dead!” Angel scream hysterically
Branth 02-14-04, 09:59 AM	Branth's small firelizard body lay on top of the dead Archmage, where Kheldar had throw him just before he killed the Archmage. The plain bloody dager lay at Branth's claws. But something wasn't exactly right with this scene.............. ((OOC: OOhh I've been framed. Cool! :D ))
Agudo Archmage 02-14-04, 10:31 AM	((OOC Kheldar added a new idea..that being the framing of Branth. It was a surprise to me…But I like it and others have Emailed me asking to keep Agudo dead… So that they may join the story….I will Email you Branth, with more info.)) The blood slowly dripped from the inquisitor’s forehead. His eyes were open yet no life could be seen in him. What had happen? Who did this? Well it looked like murder by Branth. Yet a few in the camp knew what was going on, Elvin Mage Aravilar, Queen Elisa, The Knight Keldorn…. Yet would they believe Branth was helping Agudo or Kheldar?
aravilar_holistacia 02-14-04, 02:16 PM	Aravilar, you twit, he's dead! Aravilar scowled up at the heavens, stopping his speech. "Hanali, who is dead?" the mage asked, stepping down from the podium. "Oh, heavens, NO!" For then, the Queen approached. "My lady, I have terrible news," Aravilar said. "Zollex... Camaris... Go get the lord Keldorn and the Lady Emeraldeyes. Folcoerr!" Aravilar said to one of the lieutenants. "My lord," Lieutenant Folcoerr said. "Sound the alarm; we march to Hillsfar NOW!" Aravilar raged. Aravilar turned back to the Queen. "My lady, the Archmage of Light, Agudo, is dead." Gasps were heard from the attendants standing about. "We march to Hillsfar now. Zhentil Keep can be attacked in due time, but I WANT THAT WENCH MESSIANICA'S HEAD ON A PLATE!" Aravilar became quiet for a moment... as if he was listening to something... "It seems the dragon Branth is in the area. My lady--" Aravilar said, "--it is necessary for us to head to the site of the Lord Agudo's death. That dragon is standing over the body; perhaps he has some information we can use?" Aravilar opened a portal, and said, "Zollex, Camaris, my Lady, let us away to Branth. Perhaps we can save this situation." Aravilar gestured to the portal, ushering the three into it.
sculyblast 02-14-04, 02:55 PM	mytus was sitting in his room, spitting out his archive and re-ordening it.. He just reminded himself that Aravilar was to get him The Tome of Shar's Hidden Star when suddenly he hear the bigger voice agian mytësúnycie länibu'knu-partísfura, Failed have you the task, was appoined to you!! Explained have you us not, even-while you need it, failed have you us to bring us two trïbëÚds of these!! my trïbëÚds- master! the archmage can not me dead! Only I have found out the secret of heroes! they are like nuts.. the outsite is hard, for many even unbreakable, but once you got to the inside, they are easier squeezed then bugs! No one could have broken The archmages Shell! done was it, by Kheldar, indeed soldiar of great potential, he is. Failed have you us, mytësúnycie länibu'knu-partísfura.. the time given to you, you wasted. The trïbëÚds of most powerfull, from us was it taken!! Burn Shall you afterall! my trïbëÚds- master! I may have failed this one but maby have I have succeeded, Will you let me burn. while my potential here is yet great!! mytus was sweating all allone, since he know the conversation he was just having was between live and dead, normally he would have joyfully look out to his deathday, but this was not the deathday that was promissed to him, nor the effect that if would have on his later carier after his death Shall it be So, In proval of days.. missed have you the trïbëÚds of the Archmage.. instead 3 others you should get, for the equilasation! mytus whiped the sweat for his head, he knew his live was just spared, by one of the most evil beings Still, punished you shall be! No! I have almost Garthered the other trïbëÚds for your greatness, my trïbëÚds- master!! Almost, you have said, but trïbëÚds refuses your aplication. for that you shall be punished!! No!! Please!! No!! Know what I still shall do for you!! Do not punish me!! disappoined have you us! fading is your loylty to us.. prepare for many physical and mental... PAIN!! from that moment mytus started to floot, and got smashed from wall to wall, with a increasing speed, trashing his room and making a lot of noice, not allowing mytus hardly to breath it took five minites, mytus surely got smashed to these walles hard and got realy pushered out.. then he got threw on the ground, his head was more red then the sun drowning in the sea, more red then the blood of any elven paladin flowing over his dagger. for few minites he laid there, not able to move through pain, one site of him hoped someone would help him, the other helf that no one would ever notice that anything happened here OOC: The trashing of Mytus room was easily heared outsite his room, as long as you are not out of a distance of 200 yard. (I would like it when someone finds Mytus lying on the floor, half dead)
Finwe 02-14-04, 03:30 PM	Originally posted by aravilar_holistacia Aravilar, you twit, he's dead! Aravilar scowled up at the heavens, stopping his speech. "Hanali, who is dead?" the mage asked, stepping down from the podium. "Oh, heavens, NO!" For then, the Queen approached. "My lady, I have terrible news," Aravilar said. "Zollex... Camaris... Go get the lord Keldorn and the Lady Emeraldeyes. Folcoerr!" Aravilar said to one of the lieutenants. "My lord," Lieutenant Folcoerr said. "Sound the alarm; we march to Hillsfar NOW!" Aravilar raged. Aravilar turned back to the Queen. "My lady, the Archmage of Light, Agudo, is dead." Gasps were heard from the attendants standing about. "We march to Hillsfar now. Zhentil Keep can be attacked in due time, but I WANT THAT WENCH MESSIANICA'S HEAD ON A PLATE!" Aravilar became quiet for a moment... as if he was listening to something... "It seems the dragon Branth is in the area. My lady--" Aravilar said, "--it is necessary for us to head to the site of the Lord Agudo's death. That dragon is standing over the body; perhaps he has some information we can use?" Aravilar opened a portal, and said, "Zollex, Camaris, my Lady, let us away to Branth. Perhaps we can save this situation." Aravilar gestured to the portal, ushering the three into it. On the other side of the portal, Finwe stands looking at the scene. He had already deactivated the fortress and put the cube in his pocket. Underneath he found the ruins of the tavern, littered with broken boards, still poping with acid. A field of no time surrounds Agudo, preserving the body and everything which had been near it in susppended animation. Seeing Aravilar and the others emerging from a portal, he stands up and reports to them "The instant fortress completely destroyed the tavern. There were several bits of goo, possibly from someone who was in the fight. Acid had burned what little was left of the fortress, so it seems that Agudo at least was in some sort of fight before he was slai"
aravilar_holistacia 02-14-04, 04:38 PM	Aravilar emerged from the portal, standing over Branth and Agudo. "Finwe, post a guard around this area. Seal it off with some chronomantic spell..." Aravilar knelt down to examine Agudo's body. "He most certainly *was* in a battle. Kheldar, that imbicile..." Aravilar began to cast several enchantments aimed at figuring how the cause of death...
Pipers Youth 02-14-04, 05:20 PM	Kazul continues rubbing his chin pondering. Then the old dragon speaks in a deep tone"Yes the Enchanted Forest,where should I begin?" Kazul then focuses his attention on something else,the dragon sticks his nose up in the air and sniffs."Does Agudo always keep this school smelling like apple cinnamin?"
Branth 02-14-04, 07:30 PM	Agudo's cause of death can be clearly seen, he has a big hole in his forehead. Aravilar's spell only reveals that and the fact that his bottom half was crushed by the tower before he was killed. A small cat sized brown dragon lays on the Archmage's chest, in his small claws is a dager. The dager has the Archmage's blood on it, along with a few tid bits of hair. The dragon, Branth, is still alive though he was found unconciouse by those who arrived and at the moment is suspended in that state by Finwe............. ((OOC: and yes I have permission to say all that :P ))
aravilar_holistacia 02-14-04, 07:41 PM	Aravilar raised an eyebrow. "I wonder why, of all creatures, Branth is holding the obvious murder weapon?" Aravilar frowned and looked to Finwe. "Fin, let this dragon from the spell so that we may question him."
Elvina 02-14-04, 07:43 PM	Elvina grins again. "Not normally, but the kitchen gnomes are baking Apple tarts for dessert today. Oh where are my maners? Do you require anything? Food, drink, whatever you would like I can get for you." Elvina glances down at the note Lady Hoot sent. Then writes one back. Lady Hoot. Our newest guest would be to large to come to you. I will entertain him in the Lobby till you can come and greet him.
Finwe 02-14-04, 07:45 PM	Finwe, flicks his wrist once, and the Dragon is restored to normal.
Branth 02-14-04, 07:52 PM	After a few moments the small dragon begins to stir. Shaking his tiny head, standing unsteadly the dragon then lets out a hiss and seems to be about to jump on something/someone. But he blinks and looks around... Not seeing his inteanded target... Then he notices the bloody dager. With an ackward backwards jump, landing him on Agudo's face, he gets away from the dager. Then he notices the face he's standing on. With an even louder squeck of fright he jumps further back, but trips and lands on his back. When he's on his back he finally notices everyone looking at him. He gets up and backs right into the remains of the building, hissing angerly!
aravilar_holistacia 02-14-04, 07:54 PM	"Branth!" Aravilar exclaimed. Aravilar stared at the dragon, then muttered, "Oh, this is pointless. What happened?" he asked calmly.
Branth 02-14-04, 08:01 PM	The dragon continues to hiss at him. He seems frightened.
aravilar_holistacia 02-14-04, 08:07 PM	"Branth, calm down." Aravilar looked into the dragon's eyes and said, "I know for a fact that you cannot have killed Agudo. Kheldar did. "Do not forget, the harp of Khaira. I know all that happened. And yet," Aravilar said, scowling at the Queen {if she followed through the portal}, "I was not allowed to leave the camp." "Please, Branth, try to calm yourself a bit. Where did Kheldar go?"
Branth 02-14-04, 11:02 PM	Branth seems to calm down slightly when Arvilar moves down a little to look into his eyes. ((Please keep in mind Branth is in firelizard form. His roughly the size of a large house cat right now.)) Tilting his head to one side so as to look at Arvilar with one multi-facited eye Branth chirps lightly. Everyone with in 30ft of him recieves these images ((FoD permitting)) into their minds. Kheldar and Agudo standing slightly apart talking. You can't hear what is being said, but it looks friendly enough..... Kheldars butt just before you bite it...... Kheldars cloak, you apear to be climbing it........ Kheldars shocked face as you bite his nose........ The ground just before you hit it and black out.......... A bloody dager.......... As this last image enters you recieve yet another confusing image that seems to introject itself on top of it. Agudo lays on the ground beneath the tower, he's teeth on the ground near him. You are looking down at him as a dager flashes in the sun. You seem to be holding it in your hand as you drive it down into Agudo's head......... Branth chirps again and looks up at you. ((OOC: Please remeber that all images you recieve are seen through BRANTH's point of view. You are looking through his eyes))
aravilar_holistacia 02-14-04, 11:39 PM	Aravilar saw the unfolding scenes, and he watched with great calm. "Branth," Aravilar said calmly, "did you kill Agudo?" Aravilar's face was as unreadable as a smooth stone.
Branth 02-14-04, 11:42 PM	Branth chirps again. The confusing set of images go through your mind again. Branth looks at you, his eyes whirling yellow/red. It is fairly clear that even he is not sure..............
Elvin Queen 02-15-04, 12:28 AM	The March To The River Tesh: It was not the first time the Queen had used a portal, the Elvin race created them. In some of her peoples cities they were common yet it was not always the safest way to travel. But this was an emergency and she went through. On the other side were a ghastly body and a feisty lizard. “Aravilar I know you wanted to help Agudo, yet this was part of your healing. That being you not trying to save the world or everyone in it all the time.” She sheds a tear for the fallen wizard, then turning back to her Elvin brother she sighs. “Everyone dies my friend even us Elvis sooner or latter. Never the less it is fitting that an Elf is left in charge of this righteous army. I have proper respect for humans, but I shall rest better if our kind leads the way.” Elisa was concerned by the power of this Kheldar. “We shall deal with this assassin soon enough, at the fall of Hills Far. Guards take this beast {Branth} and put him in a cage. We know Kheldar was the main killer. But we shall deal with the pet latter.” The Queen walks closer to Aravilar “Soon Aravilar we shall march on Hills Far, yet first we must crush her army at the river of Tesh. Your wisdom for saw this need, for her army could come from behind as we attack Hills Far. Do not let your anger guide you for vengeance with Messianica. Agudo was your friend I know, but we need you Aravilar more than ever. Justice shall be served by crushing the fanatical army of Messianica. This will make it easier for you Aravilar to personally to drag out this self-righteous messiah.” She turns to her aid. “Tell the army we march first to the Tesh river, then within four days of are soon to be victory over the Messianica army at the Tesh river. We shall be at the gates of Hills Far and at the thresh hold of this messiah destruction.”
Let me tell you a Story 02-15-04, 12:51 AM	Emeraldeyes had heard the news and was there as fast as she could. Bending down she treated Agudo with all her healing arts. Sadly he was gone from this world at least. “Aravilar, Queen Elisa I have tried to bring him back but to no avail. It looks like someone has put Agudo’s body in stasis. This will give us time at least to figure out what to do. I shall have some of the medic’s take his body back to the ship. Latter in the ship she hears a crash, wondering what it is she sees Mytus on the ground. “Mytus!” She runs over to him. “What has happen, speak to me” others rush in and help her carry Mytus to the sickbay of the ship. She puts him next to the body of Agudo.
sculyblast 02-15-04, 05:49 AM	((ooc: ROlls a "turn the truth" check :devil: )) While Emeraldeyes help mytus up, mytus was still catching his breath, his boddy was broken, and he had almost no mental power left to make up a beleavable story to save his ass.. during the walk mytus was awfully quite, and then his first words came when he found back some streght to talk "E.. mer... ald.. eyes..... there is... there is something Awfull wrong with.. with Agudo... Some great evil... has overcome him And Evil was After me as well" these where the only words that mytus could say during the walk
kulideb 02-15-04, 06:36 AM	The elf moved away from Hillsfar, she had loved the ladies ideas of how every one should be equal but she couldnt stand the thought of fighting agaist her friends. She smiled as she thought fondly of Agudo, of the misunderstandings at the Brothel, the things she had lernt at the school and the friends she had there. A blush crept on to her face as she remembered seeing him in the bath. Arivilar also bought fond memories as well as few painful ones, Gene her teacher in the art of shadow dancing, Branth her class mate. Their names and faces drove her on away from Hillsfar and towards Daggerfalls.
Good Knight 02-15-04, 09:51 AM	Keldorn had looked on calmly during the investigation near the tavern. The dragon lizard would be left to Aravilar to figure out. In truth Keldorn didn’t care about the details. All he new his dearest friend was gone. The Knight shook his heavy head at what has transpired. “Could he really be gone?” Keldorn said out loud, more to himself than the others. He thought back to all those adventure, all of the laughter and a few tears as well. Firecam could still see Agudo smiling as he was fumbling for his corncob pipe and trying to get it to light. Even as they walked in the rain, as if nothing ever bothered the man. Keldorn didn’t say much after that, he just picked up the Arch mage’s body, and did what Emeraldeyes wanted that being, to take Agudo to the hospice Over the next hour he stayed by Agudo side, saying a prayer and laying a Iris flower on Agudo’s chest. “Maybe this was my fault my friend? I was the one who made you inquisitor like myself. I just,” He pauses as he thinks of the words. “I just thought us like brothers! Who knows maybe an old Knight such as myself Agudo; wanted one last righteous battle together. Like old times I suppose” A tear was shed down his cheek, in the hospice. Looking around Firecam quickly wipes it away. Outside he gathers the RadiantHeart troops “I know some of you are shocked at the loss of such a brave man As the Arch mage of Light. Yet know we march now into battle. The Queen has made it clear! First to kill every last one of these evil followers of Messianica.” The troops raised their swords together yelling “Victory And Righteousness Forever! Death to Messainica!” Keldorn raised his hands. “Soon my loyal sisters and brothers of the RadiantHeart, soon! Come we march now to the Tesh river! Then to the throne room of Messianica!” Horn were blown, drums were played, as the Knights began the half days march to the river.
Branth 02-15-04, 12:47 PM	Poor confused Branth gets put in a cage after being called a PET of all things. He hisses at the guards, but that is all he does....... *Later* sitting in the cage in the sun where the guards had left him, Branth finally begins to start making connectionc in his poor battered brain. o O(<closed to self> Agudo dead??? yes dead, here.... But not me....... Need to get out.... dager bad! Get Kheldar! ) He hisses to himself quietly.........
Pipers Youth 02-15-04, 02:35 PM	Kazul arches his neck and looks down at the note"Any chance that this Lady Hoot is in a garden or small grove that can be reached from outside?" The old dragon points to the ceiling and speaks in a deep tone"When I was flying over the school I noticed an opening that led to a farely large clearing." Kazul takes another deap sniff of the air"Mmm those apple tarts smell very tantalizing, I think I would like to try some."
Gene_Kynes 02-15-04, 02:52 PM	(( For sake of simplicity, allow myself a plot gap.)) Gene woke up in a cold sweat, panting heavily. Gone. Gone. Gonegonegonegonegonegonegone. Where was I? He was still in full garb...yet he didn't care for the sores, for the chaffing that his meager armor had given him during his sleep. Who saw him the most? Brushing dirt off himself, Gene seemed to lose his arrogant, apathetic edge, the mask that sealed his true emotion, the image of distant observation. His hair hung wet in front of his eyes, yet was now dyed black...to prevent one of the first laws of stealth. Prevent shine. Wandering for a time...he made up his mind, thoughts drifting...acquiring nothing more than strange glares from random passersby...and they couldn't be blamed. Slipping the painful, black contacts over his own eyes, these ocular adjustments removed all white from his eyes, making them appear as hollow recesses. His skin had lost the illusion of pale, Iris-colored flesh, now magicked to duskiness that blended with shadow. Do not become an animal, Gene. An animal acts upon instinct...I am not an animal. I am a creature of the desert. I will strike at night, lay low while the sun burns in the heavens. I will make few movements, I will leave no trace, I will eat and drink sparingly, and I will not become spoiled by comfort. Slipping past the murmuring guards, Gene was an invisible form of black, crawling...almosy hugging the ground, slipping into windows, and kneeling under torches to avoid casting a shadow...until he reached Branth's cage. You know the boy. It's not within his capability to kill Agudo. He couldn't, even if he wanted to...if they throw him in here, they're just attempting to steal a man's freedom. Without a word, Gene touched the hilt of his blade. "Blood can only be repaid with blood." And focusing for a split second, Gene drew his blade and struck the lock at the same time...and defacing it, revealing it's plug and housing. Sheathing the weapon, he began picking at the device from tools in his thigh-pack.
aravilar_holistacia 02-15-04, 03:49 PM	Aravilar, after being talked to by the queen, went to see Keldorn before he left, in the hospice. "My lord Keldorn, it is with terrible honor I come to you this day," Aravilar began. "I feel terrible for this loss..." Aravilar knelt down beside the body of the Archmage of Light, and murmured an Elven prayer. After he finished, a slight, rosy light shone over the archmage's body, and Aravilar said, "My lady, thank you for hearing me." "I will ensure a safe trip for his soul to the Farplane, my love," Keya said. Aravilar nodded, smiling slightly to the goddess, before he got up. "Keldorn," he said, "I will begin the marching of the armies. Please, stay safe." With that, Aravilar opened a portal and stepped through. The plane of Arvandor was as bright and green as ever, the marble walls of the Fortress of Corellon Larethian gleaming brightly in the planar sunlight. "Aravilar!" creid a voice, and an elven girl with white-feathered wings appeared near the mage. "Keya, I--" "I heard what happened... You should have been here when we found out. Corellon was enraged that this mortal, Kheldar, could, in cold blood, kill the Archmage," the angel-elf said. Aravilar nodded and said, "I don't believe it either, my sweet. The shock is still upon me; it hasn't really dawned on me that the Archmage of Light, my friend, my teacher, my commander, is gone from this world." Aravilar turned his head, not wanting Keya to see him so troubled. The girl said, "All mortals die eventually. Some unjustly, others for a cause." The elven mage looked back at her and said, "This time, there will be justice done. This time... I won't allow someone's death to rule my life." The girl said nothing, but wrapped her arms around him. "This time, there will be no tears shed." Later that day... Aravilar was standing at the head of the Army of Light. "Soldiers of the Light, I call to you in the name of Agudo, the Headmaster!" The soldiers cheered, albeit subdued. "This day, we march to the Teshenflow, this day, we fight the evil that has corrupted this land!" Another cheer. "Fight on! Fight, in the name of Agudo! Fight, for justice!" Another loud cheer, and Aravilar gave the heralds a signal. Loud horns blew a six-note bar, and the individual unit commanders called, "Atten-tion!" The army snapped to attention, awaiting the order of Aravilar. Aravilar drew himself to his full height and said, "Army of Light: From front to rear, count-off!" The soldiers numbered off, eventually coming down to the last row. "Army: Left, face!" The army executed the facing manuever. "Army: In close intervals, advance at normal pace; Infantry form up for advance; Archers, at the ready; Mages, at wide intervals, initialize!" The mages began to cast the wide, area-effect defenses that would protect the soldiers in battle. When they had finished, Aravilar called, "Army: advance in three columns, at normal pace! Forward, March!" The army cheered, raised their swords and spears and bows and staves, and began to march. Aravilar turned to Camaris and Zollex. "Gather your soldiers and meet me in six hours at the shores of the river. I will not start the attack until you arrive, but make haste!" With that, Aravilar, the Commander of the Army of Light, friend to the late Agudo, and lover of the goddess Hanali Celanil, drew his moonblade, held it in a salute, and marched ahead of the army, marching inexorably on to doom and destruction.
Branth 02-15-04, 05:26 PM	Branth watches as this strange looking thing approaches his cage and starts playing with the lock. For the first time in a while he remains quiet and just watches. He suddenly relizes he knows this thing, it's his teacher Gene! He stands still and watches, his multi-facated eyes whirling a happy blue mixed with a slight ting of yellow/red. Gene gets a sudden feeling of happiness coming from Branth mixed with confusion/anger. Then Branth sends a picture into Gene's mind. A bloody dager.................. Branth sends it several times, as if there's something important about this..........
Gene_Kynes 02-15-04, 06:11 PM	Pulling a pick from his lips, Gene murmurs: "Who's dagger, though?" Returning the pick to it's "vise", Gene continues playing with the mechanical device...but not for much longer, appearently.
DiplomaticSorcerer 02-15-04, 07:15 PM	Camaris took his place behind Aravilar, next to Zollex's unit. He quickened his pace, moving up to talk to Aravilar. "Will Zollex's and my units be fighting with the main army, or will they be used as strike teams? It seems to me that such skilled soldiers could be used to better effect accomplishing specific goals."
Kheldar Devaentar 02-15-04, 07:23 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif As Kheldar continues to fly towards Hillsfar his cheerful job-well-done smile slowly starts to fade into an upset frown. He was beginning to realize just what a terrible thing he had done. He could feel it gnawing at his stomach. "OoOOoOoo I'm sooo hungry!! I should have packed a lunch!" Kheldar pats his stomach, as though that would really calm it down. "Ugh, If I don't eat something soon. . . I think I'll start gnawing on this broom!" Kheldar looks around and about the area he was flying through. But there was nothing. A bunch of trees over there. . . A bare bush on the other side, an incoming large pine tree that he should fly around, a patch of long grass, another non-fruit bearing bush. Kheldar frowned. "I'm too hungry to fl-*" CRASH!!! The side of Kheldar's face made solid contact with the tree. His broom of flying bounced off the great pine and plummeted to the ground, as did he. After a terrible, jarring journey of being wiped by pine needles and bouncing off branches Kheldar found himself on his back on the ground. He wasn't too happy at all. . . A clanging sound come from above. Kheldar focused his eyes just in time to see his broom of flying banging off the tree's branches towards the spot he was occupying. With a quick roll Kheldar dodged the top of the broom handle as it pounded itself into the ground. Kheldar blinked. The thing stuck in the ground! It had tried to kill him! "Auuugh, well that's the second most stupid thing I've ever done. . . Thank the Gods nobody was here to see it!" Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
Finwe 02-15-04, 07:45 PM	Originally posted by sculyblast ((ooc: ROlls a "turn the truth" check :devil: )) While Emeraldeyes help mytus up, mytus was still catching his breath, his boddy was broken, and he had almost no mental power left to make up a beleavable story to save his ass.. during the walk mytus was awfully quite, and then his first words came when he found back some streght to talk "E.. mer... ald.. eyes..... there is... there is something Awfull wrong with.. with Agudo... Some great evil... has overcome him And Evil was After me as well" these where the only words that mytus could say during the walk Finwe frowns very deeply as Mytus and shoots him a deathly look that says "don't even think about trying." Seeing Aravilar leaving, Finwe walks over to him and joing him at the front. He mutters something about needing more iron before whisking off to his sanctum...
Branth 02-15-04, 07:47 PM	Branth watches Gene's continued work. o O(<closed to self>*Sigh* Can't speak to him normaly can we? No, no speak. Pictures only? picture only! easy pictures. *sigh* well guess that will have to do. Let's try again. Then get it back? Yes. ) Branth sends a series of pictures to Gene. A bloody dager....... Kheldar smiling...... A bloody dager....... Kheldar talking to Agudo......... A bloody dager....... Branth blinks his multicolored eyes as he waits for his mentor to free him from the cage.
aravilar_holistacia 02-15-04, 07:49 PM	Aravilar said to Camaris, "You are correct. Yours and Zollex's soldiers will be used to strike key points and targets." Aravilar nodded, then sent a message to Finwe. Fin, perhaps adamantite would be better? Adamantine ones are much stronger and more powerful...
Finwe 02-15-04, 07:50 PM	Finwe replies back to aravilar: "Aravilar, that is what this polymorph scroll is for."
aravilar_holistacia 02-15-04, 07:53 PM	Aravilar smiled and said, You are correct, lord Finwe. Call on me when you are complete....
Khaira 02-15-04, 10:25 PM	Khaira's harp sits on the floor, untouched by anybody. It begins to play a tune, a tribute of sorts, combined with anger and sadness. A blue light seems to emanate from the harp as it plays the tune, and any takign the time to listen to it are struck by memories of Agudo and Khaira, adventurign together...
Finwe 02-15-04, 10:30 PM	"Aravilar, I am only missing once key ingredient. I require only the eye of a beholder. I have scoured every last magi cshop on Faerun for it and it seems that none have encountered any as of yet, thus there are none left. Perahps you could send some men to fetch one for me..."
aravilar_holistacia 02-15-04, 11:52 PM	Aravilar looked to Zollex. "Zollex, the lord Finwe requires your aid." Aravilar said to Finwe, Finwe, Zollex will aid you with his soldiers. Aravilar said to Zollex, "Go to Finwe; he needs the help of your soldiers to create... something." Aravilar opened the portal, ushering in Zollex and his troops.
Agudo Archmage 02-16-04, 12:31 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Lady Hoot tried to calm the Elf as he stood on the bed. “Calm yourself I am Lady Hoot, and you were very sick. We have healed you from… Well let’s just say it was a Bad sickness. Now as far as who you are? I have yet to know myself. Yet maybe in time your mind will recover its lost memory” She stayed with Elf a little longer then left him in capable hands of the other healers. Flying to the Dragon and Elvina she landed on a table near by. “Hello sir I am Lady Hoot High Cleric of this school. How may be of service?”
Agudo Archmage 02-16-04, 01:24 AM	((OOC Mytus my friend, if you could Email me that would help things along. Also have you tried to clear the PM (Out) box? Its not the same as the (In) box. Anyway your post are #100 terrific and Nooooo its not a Clone of Agudo. But we shall see what becomes Agudo….Will Aravilar finally get Messianica Head on a platter…will Branth get mental head in order? All this and more shall be answered soon))
Pipers Youth 02-16-04, 12:11 PM	As the owl lands on the nearby desk Kazul unwraps his tail off the stone pillar and sits up."Lady Hoot I have come to see my old fiend Agudo,but I have been told that he has left." The old dragon arches his neck and looks down at Lady Hoot"As you can see I am getting very old so I decided I would retire from the Dragon Nations and see what I could do here."
Duncan McGregor 02-16-04, 12:54 PM	FLUNG A rather shaken looking young man appears on the damp grass. He wears a bewildered expression as he looks around rather stunned. "Just a little cantrip!" He says with indignation. "And where are my boots?!" He looks around for someone to talk to. "Where am I??!!"
sculyblast 02-16-04, 01:02 PM	when he was deposted outside, mytus saw all the armies Garthering. mytus look around and tryed every thing he could to draw someones attention. when finally someone noticed him sitting there he said: "Wh.. What is going on? wh.. why are all the troops garthering?"
aravilar_holistacia 02-16-04, 01:22 PM	Originally posted by Duncan McGregor FLUNG A rather shaken looking young man appears on the damp grass. He wears a bewildered expression as he looks around rather stunned. "Just a little cantrip!" He says with indignation. "And where are my boots?!" He looks around for someone to talk to. "Where am I??!!" Aravilar, as if it were second nature, raised a hand and called, "Hold." The unit commanders called, "Units, halt!" Aravilar walked up to the newcomer and lifted him up by his shirt, drawing his moonblade and holding it to the man's neck. "Who do we have here? Hmm? A spy of the enemy?" Aravilar asked no-one in particular. Aravilar threw the man to the ground, still holding the point of his moonblade under the man's chin. "Call for the Harpers, they will want to question this man," Aravilar said to Irithul, a lieutenant. The soldier bowed and teleported away. Aravilar said to the man, "You picked the wrong time to show yourself, knave."
Zollex 02-16-04, 01:39 PM	Zollex and his soldiers stepped through Aravilar's portal and appeared next to Finwe. "Hello, Finwe. What might we do to aid you? We'd like to get on it right away, so that we can participate in the battle."
Duncan McGregor 02-16-04, 01:40 PM	Korwyn finds himself several inches off the ground with a sword point to his throught. He emidiatly begins to breathe a little harder. "How can I be a spy? I don't even know where I am! I'm pretty sure I'm not a knave so if you would kindly set me back on the ground I'm sure we could talk this ov... " Korwyn's voice trails off as he looks around and sees all the soldiers standing around. His inborn reaction to run away taking hold of him very strongly. He immediatly has a desire to be very, very far away. "Where would here happen to be by any chance?"
aravilar_holistacia 02-16-04, 01:45 PM	"You, my lost friend, are near the town of Dagger Falls, in the North of Faerun. And you seem to be in the way of my army." Aravilar throws the man to the ground and says, "You will kindly explain your purpose here, or I will force you to tell me." The mage's hand glowed green with an enchantment.
Duncan McGregor 02-16-04, 01:51 PM	He stands up and brushes himself off hastily. "Well, let me start. My name is Korwyn, and I was in this bar you see, and I cas this spell. Just a little cantrip, you see, to bring my drink to me. Then I ended up here, puff, without my boots and with you holding me several inches off the ground."
DiplomaticSorcerer 02-16-04, 01:59 PM	Camaris grinned. "Aravilar, you forget my skills. Let me interrogate him. Indris, help me out." Camaris walked up to the spy and whispered in his ear. "Listen, spy. You can cooperate, or I can use more brutal methods to extract your answer. I can make you experience pain so excruciating that you will want to die. My friend and I need some information. You have it. If we don't have that information by the time we get done here, someone will be making a visit to the bottom of the river."
Duncan McGregor 02-16-04, 02:05 PM	"Hay mister I am quite fond of all of my appendages. Thats the truth, I have some majikal powers, but they never work right! One minute they seem to what they're supposed to the the next, boom I have to run for my life in some land I have never been in before! I'm NOT a spy!!" As he speaks, he starts going faster and faster. Soon bright purple light begins to glow at the back of his eyes. A moment later colorful out of season flowers begin to sprout all over the field.
DiplomaticSorcerer 02-16-04, 02:11 PM	Camaris raised an eyebrow. "If you aren't a spy, then who are you? It seems pretty suspicious to be here with no good reason."
Duncan McGregor 02-16-04, 02:23 PM	"Not more of you people, you're all the same! 'If you're here by weird sercumstances you must be evil, or out to get us.' I didn't ask to be sent here, yes I know you're probably big and important, but I don't know who you are, or what your really quite impressive armies are doing here, or why I don't have my boots. My magic never, ever works right, and definately not here. I can feel it everywhere, uncontrollable. Wild. Anything I cast here will not work right I can feel it. I wish I could explain why I'm here, but the best reason I can give is my spells don't work right. I understand your graciousness in not shooting me on sight but this is the only explanation I can give."
DiplomaticSorcerer 02-16-04, 02:32 PM	Camaris waved his hand, and a pair of boots appeared on the ground in front of him. He handed them to the man. "I hope you find these satisfactory until you find your real boots. I figure I ought to make you comfortable while I probe your mind. This only works on willing people, due to the rebellious nature of an unwilling mind. If you do not let me perform this spell, I will be forced to interrogate you using any means necessary."
Duncan McGregor 02-16-04, 02:37 PM	Korwyn pulls on the boots and sighs. "I spose this will be the least painful way? Okay, probe away. Hmmm, they are nice boots."
DiplomaticSorcerer 02-16-04, 02:45 PM	"I'm glad that you're so compliant. I don't like to use torture. You'll feel a strange sensation in your head, but don't try to pull away, otherwise the spell will fail." He placed his fingertips on the man's head. He chanted a sentence of magic, and his eyes lit up.
Duncan McGregor 02-16-04, 02:50 PM	Korwyn experiances a feeling like his brain being sent through a blender and he forces himself to stay in one place. After a moment it felt like there was someone else sort of sitting in the back of his brain looking very closely at Korwyn's every thought. .oO(That was very strange.)
Savael 02-16-04, 03:09 PM	The city of Hillsfars northern attack force designated for Zenthil Keep stood lined up within sight distance from the walls of the cities southern defences. It had been a good few weeks all in all. The battle for the northern part of the city had indeed been a harsh one, with the soldiers of the famed stronghold of the Black Network, the Zentharim, certainly living up to every rumour of cruelty, bitterness and skill in battle they had garnered over the years of it’s existence. A self-satisfied smirk, although with a resentful tinge to it, played across the thin, almost white lips of the High Commander Jentarson as he surveyed his men. The last of the siege engines they had brought with them all the long way from Hillsfar with the intention of crushing the proud walls of Zenthil Keep were now being taken down and dismantled. It was a thing to argue about, which he would have done had he had any choice, but they had at least done a good job while they had been at it... Bringing down the weaker parts of the cities northern defences was indeed an act of professionalism he could look back on with pride. Not many commanders could make that boast after him. He hated leaving a job half-done though. He remembered how, as the first hail of boulders launched from his army’s mighty catapults had begun turning the very first of the dark cities perimeter towers into rubble all those months ago, he’d had to blink away a tear. It had begun then, the vengeance he and so many of his men had been thirsting for deep down in their harts had been unleashed. The traitors of the Black Network would know defeat in days and weeks to come! Jentarson was by no means an overly religious man, but by the Bell in the Deep! The arrival of this Messianica had truly been a blessing both to him and the city of Hillsfar! In one single night of fury and fire they had throw down the shackles of oppression laid upon them by their cruel Wizard master, and reclaimed the entire city and it’s surrounding lands for the purpose of good! Now he stood here upon a field of victory (or at least victory to come!) his ranks bolstered with fresh recruits and his tongue now tasting the sweet, precious fruits of vengeance. Apart from that, his wife was more happy than she’d ever been in years, and his two children - Oh how he longed to see them again! – were growing up just nicely and would, with time, serve a city they could be truly proud of. A city of justice and righteousness. No, everything had seemed to be working out just fine, when suddenly his scouts had warned him of trouble rearing it’s ugly head, and he and his men had been given the order to withdraw. They would be back later though... once the forces of these self-righteous fools who dared to oppose Messianica had been duly crushed under the soles of their glorious boots they would return, and when they returned... The Zenths would have such wrath dispensed upon them as they had never know before! But for now though, that would have to wait. He touched his gauntleted hand to his brow in salute to his officers, and sighed heavily as the horns of departure were blown, setting the two large columns which now made up most of his assembled forces into motion... Five good men in a row, proudly displaying the white standards of Hillsfar (or at least they had been white at some point, he though – up until they had been drenched in blood, soot and mud on the battlefield) with mounted Knights stationed at regular intervals along the columns to maintain order and stability in the lines. Those Knights were part of some sort of Holy Order, weren’t they? “The Order of the Crippling Strike” A group dedicated specifically to dispensing the just wrath of Messianica upon her chosen enemies formed in the time after her coming to Hillsfar... Oh well, he did not put much thought into it. They obeyed his orders all the same and were as good as any of his soldiers on the battle field if not more so... Behind the many rows of rank and file soldiery came the archers of his army, assembled in lines of three and spread more widely than the regular troops. A fine body of men he had in them, skilled in the use of bow and arrow - their presence had been invaluable in the battle for Zenthil Keep, and would surely prove to be so again and again. That was the first of the two columns, the other one being made up of more ranks of infantry, veterans and regulars, assigned with protecting the siege equipment, as well as another company of archers, and several more Knights of the Order. It all worked smoothly, his two columns marching steadily onwards as he kicked his horse into action, leading his retinue of officers down the lines to assume command of it all while sending one brief, vengeful, stare off in the direction of the dark walls of Zenthil Keep, safe for now across the banks of the river that split the city in two... He would be back, he promised himself, someday he would be back and finish the job.
Savael 02-16-04, 03:17 PM	OOC: There... the report for the forces of Hillsfar our good Aravilar is so daintily going to do battle with is finally assembled... Urgh... I need a bretha' ...
Gene_Kynes 02-16-04, 03:18 PM	With an audible *click*, the lock gives way, and the man responsible slides the cage door open, permitting Branth exit. "I...understand. I think. Flash me Kheldar and the knife, right after each other, however,if you believe Kheldar himself...is responsible."
Elvin Queen 02-16-04, 04:41 PM	The horses were majestic and the army shined and gleamed, with their polished armor and swordsin the noonday sun. All seem well once again, as the army of Light marched over one of many hills this day. When suddenly a man was found on the ground in some type of stupor. “If this bootless fool stands in are way then execute him Aravilar! If not then throw him to the side for we have,” A rider came up wearing the breastplate of the harp on his armor. “Yes?” Elisa asked in a commanding tone. The Elvin solder saluted and handed a message to the Queen. After a few seconds of thought she crumpled the paper and through it on the ground. “Arch Mage Aravilar have your men finish the interrogation of this? Drunken fool done latter. I have just been informed that the Messianica army is on the march. Some one has tipped them off of are coming. I want to be at the river by nightfall, for in the morning we shall have the justice you so want for your friend Agudo death.” She pauses and smiles. “By destroying every last one of theses zealots!”
Angel Elf 02-16-04, 04:49 PM	Angel had returned with Emeraldeyes to the ship. She had seen Mytus dragged into the medical room barley talking in understandable words. Angel sat by his side and took a damp cloth to his head. “Mytus can you hear me? What evil do you speak of?”
DiplomaticSorcerer 02-16-04, 05:34 PM	Camaris removed his hands and stood up. "He's not a spy, Aravilar. He's exactly what he says he is." He turned to Korwyn. "Would you like to join us? Or would you prefer that I take you back to where you were?"
Duncan McGregor 02-16-04, 05:40 PM	"Sure, my might make a mistake and be able to kill some of the bad guys right?"
DiplomaticSorcerer 02-16-04, 05:48 PM	"Great! You may be in my unit. My men'll help you practice your spells. We'd better be going if we want to stay with the army." Camaris teleported with Korwyn to the army. "I'm glad you decided to join us. You look like you could be a pretty effective spellcaster if you were trained correctly."
Duncan McGregor 02-16-04, 06:05 PM	"Okay, most of my spells seem to only help with running away. Though I do have a spell which shuts down peoples ability to think, and one that causes them to laugh uncontrollably. But those are my most offensive. So who will be training me? Oh, and if you see a blue duck just ignore him."
aravilar_holistacia 02-16-04, 06:11 PM	Aravilar said to the queen, "My lady, if Camaris wants to take responsibility for this wildmage, I have no problems with it. However... Will Zollex have the same feeling?" He paused, then said, "As for the enemy on the move, we should begin the spellcasting." "Camaris!" Aravilar called. "We must prepare some battlespells. Have your men prepare as many evocations as possible." Aravilar then sent a mental sending to Finwe. "My friend, the enemy marches to the river. Please make haste!" Then, Aravilar magically empowered his voice and said, "Army of Light, halt!" The army stopped dead in its tracks, naught but the light breeze stirring. "At close intervals, defensive-arms!" The soldiers drew their weapons and raised them in defensive arcs above their heads. "In cadence!" "In cadence!" the soldiers cried, a thunderous roar echoing off the distant hills. "In cadence, forward, march!" The unit commanders called, "Forward, march!" and the army began the short march to the River Tesh. The heralds began to play a rhythm on the drums: bum, bum, bum-bum-bum-bum, bum, bum, bum-bum-bum-bum... Aravilar said to the Queen, "It is not long now. I will prepare some spells..." Aravilar raised his eyes to the skies and said, "Keya, protect me." If the goddess answered, Aravilar did not hear. He drew his moonblade and held it out in front of him, silent tears running down his soft face.
Finwe 02-16-04, 06:27 PM	Originally posted by Zollex Zollex and his soldiers stepped through Aravilar's portal and appeared next to Finwe. "Hello, Finwe. What might we do to aid you? We'd like to get on it right away, so that we can participate in the battle." Finwe speaks to Zollex - "get your men to gather as much metal as they can possibly find. Anything at all that they can fabricate or scourage, as long as it is permanent, will help with this. However, the most ciritcal part is that you find me a beholder eye. This is the key part of my creation, and without it it will be powerless. GO!"
Magnus-Valandiel 02-16-04, 07:12 PM	He stares at Lady Hoot as she says he is supposedly cured, and suddenly, oddly enough, he drops his staff as if it were some hot, disgusting, revolting thing...picking it up again, and quickly, he cradles it in the crook of his arm as he begins to wander the school aimlessly. He comes to the garden of the school, and he sits between two thick bushes, with a tree as his backrest. THere he is completely hidden. "These feelings - what are they? Who am I? Why does my staff burn me so? Is there some horrid blood coursing through my body? Maybe that accursed owl tricked me and she actualyl poisoined my body rather than cured to it..." His gaze strays down to his staff, something seemeing to entrance him as the whites of his eyes seem to cloud over his irises, and he enters some kind of silent, awkward revery...
Duncan McGregor 02-16-04, 07:13 PM	Unsure of what he is to do, Korwyn follows alittle behind Camaris as the army starts to march. When people begin to cast spells, he mumbles a few arcane syllables and summons himself a mount. He was expecting a horse, unfortunately today its a horse-sized blue duck, with a full saddle and barding. He shakes his head and mounts.
Khaira 02-16-04, 07:34 PM	All is peaceful for Agudo's School of Light and Magic. Outside the wind bears a soft, gentle breeze, birds sing a wonderful melody, and it is bright and sunny. All of a sudden, the birds quiet, and the wind picks up to a dull roar as a Roc and rider comes swooshign down out of the sky! Before the Roc even completes the landing, the rider jumps off, doing somersaults in the air as she comes down, metall glinting sharply, venomously as the rider comes to the ground. As the figure lands, bright, red hair spills forth, like lava coming from some great mouth of a volcano. Anyone who has seen this figure before would not be likely to forget - it is none other than Khaira Amastacia, Bard Extraordinairre! Khaira glances around for but a moment before dashing into the school as she looks around. SHe does not see Agudo...but she sees Elvina! quickly she runs up to Elvina - her swords are still out, and she is breathless, as she basically yells, frantic. "Agu...do... Agudo! Where is ... he ...*gasp* .... Where is....my harp...must find ....both! Quickly!"
Zollex 02-16-04, 07:34 PM	"Okay. Tanluos, Kistil, Adrasial, come with me. You're the ones who have wings of flying, correct?" The three nodded and Zollex said, "Good. Everyone else: do as Finwe said. Concentrate. Good luck, Finwe." Zollex and his three soldiers walked out of Finwe's tower. Each of them pulled out a cloak from their packs. They put them on, spoke the command word and were off. The quartet flew high in the air and seached the ground for a cave. "Aravilar, we're looking for a cave and beholder. Aravilar, it shouldn't be too long," Zollex spoke to the open sky. After a few minutes of fast flying, the quartet flew for a few minutes, until Kistil spotted a cave. "There, sir!" he called out. They landed, and Zollex looked at his star-shaped brooch. It glowed brightly. "Prepare yourselves. There is a beholder here."
Branth 02-16-04, 08:02 PM	Branth exits the cage then pauses. He sends these images. Kheldar..... Bloody Dager......... Branth....... Bloody Dager........ Agudo........ Branth...... Bloody dager.... Branth flips his wings out, his eyes go suddenly red with anger. He takes off, flying low around Gene's head. Then he sends these images. Kheldar........ A picture of the word HILLSFAR........ Bloody Dager..... He then flies off in the direction of Hillsfar.... ((OOC: If anyone figures out any kind of connection between those pictures please keep it to yourself. If you would like to ask if your assumption is correct please PM me.))
aravilar_holistacia 02-16-04, 08:15 PM	Originally posted by Khaira "Agu...do... Agudo! Where is ... he ...*gasp* .... Where is....my harp...must find ....both! Quickly!" A streak of recognition flashed through Aravilar's mind. "Khaira!" he said breathlessly. "My lady, my lord," he said to the Queen and Camaris, "the bard Khaira calls to Agudo. I must go to her, I must comfort her, I must tell her of her harp!" Aravilar then said, "Please forgive me. I will return as soon as I can. My lady, you are in charge." For then, Aravilar was gone. Aravilar appeared, winded, in the front hall of the School, looking around wildly before seeing Khaira. "My Lady Amastacia, I bid you a terrible 'well met'. This day is a sad one, to be sure... Please... Come with me to the front lines; the lord Agudo, and your harp, are both there. Please, I must return soon to the army; come to the front, and we will talk more." Aravilar sighed and opened yet another portal, pleading to the bard to enter.
Gene_Kynes 02-16-04, 08:17 PM	Soon abandoning Branth...Gene slips away into the shadows once more, away from the camp...unseen, unheard, undetected. Agudo's gone...I don't have to serve their forces anymore... The illusions of duskiness soon passed, and the burning sensation in his eyes ceased when he removed the smooth, yet hard contacts, those being crushed and left in the river Tesh some hours later, dissapearing into the riverbed. ...The classic drow moment. Survivor of a fallen house, what does he do? Slipping on an gas mask consisting of a masterwork leather mask and an alchemical air-producing compound, Gene kneels by the river side. Anti-magic will make this crap hard...but...no point in sticking around, eh? Diving into the water as soon as the strange, Demodu device is secured, he struggles to the other bank, dissapearing into the terrain there...the mask being carried with him. Over the course of a day, he makes his way to Messicana's forces...and to the nearest officer, with his weapons concealed, and his hands up in air, he states quite simply: "I wish to see Messiacana."
Finwe 02-16-04, 10:02 PM	Upon the bladesingers' arrival, Finwe immediately orders them through another portal, leading into his planar mine, where the walls glisten with precious gems and metals. he telepathicaly tells them how to operate the machinery, and they set to work, moving much faster than teh previous unseen servant spells. however, their pace is still painstakingly slow, even for the patient elves. Hours pass on, and yet quota is still far from the current load. Meanwhile, Finwe is in a great construction yard, weaving mighty spells together of what lokks like a half formed giant made of solid adamantine...
Zollex 02-16-04, 10:17 PM	The quartet slowly walked into the cave. The light from Zollex's brooch guided them. They were about one hundred yards into the cave when they came to a corner. Adrasial peeked around the corner. She had just enough time to jerk her head back around the corner and avoid a disintegrate ray. "I think I've found him, sir," she called. Zollex, almost always serious under pressure, ordered, "Get out your bows. Kistil, perpare to jump over behind that stalagmite with me. Adrasial, Tanluos: Get us some cover fire." The beholder had other ideas. It rounded the corner and fired its rays at the quartet. Zollex and Adrasial were able to dodge the rays fired at them, but a flesh to stone petrifying the elf. Tanluos was hit by a inflict moderate wounds ray on his left arm. Zollex, Adrasial, and Tanluos launched an attack right away. Zollex drew his blade and cut deeply into the side of the beholder's head. Adrasial, who already had her bow drawn, shot one of the beholder's eyes. Tanluos drew his blades and chopped off one of the beholder's eyestalks. It was badly hurt, but still floating. The beholder fired its rays, this time placing its antimagic cone over Adrasial and concentrating on Zollex and Tanluos. It hit Zollex with a finger of death ray, but he survived, though badly hurt. Tanluos was struck by a sleep ray and fell to the floor. Adrasial dropped her bow and drew her two shortswords. Zollex managed to sever another one of the beholder's eyestalks. Adrasial ran up to the beholder, dropped under it, and stabbed both of her shortswords up into the beholder from underneath it. The beholder twitched, then fell on top of Adrasial's arms. "Sir, could I have a little help? My arms are begining to hurt," Adrasial said. Zollex pushed hard on the beholder and managed to roll it off of Adrasial. "Now, we don't have any stone to flesh scrolls, do we?" he asked, sheathing his longsword. Adrasial did the same with her shortswords. "No, sir. Magical support groups usually carry those." "Okay. I have a portable hole and a levitate spell prepared. Watch and learn." Zollex cast a levitate spell on Kistil, floating the statue about a foot above the ground. He then opened the portable hole and slid it under Kistil. The petrified elf slowly drifted into the extradimensional space. He then drew his sword, walked over to the beholder corpse, and cut its central eye out. He set the eye into the portable hole next to Kistil. "You stay with Tanluos," the half-elf said as he folded up the portable hole. "I'm going to get this eye back to Finwe, and I'll get help for Kistil." The half-elf ran out of the cave, spoke the command word, and took to the air on his wings of flying. "Aravilar, tell Finwe I've got the eye. Aravilar, I'll be there in under an hour," he said as he flew towards Finwe's tower with all the speed the wings would give him. About forty-five minutes later, Zollex landed in front of Finwe's tower and ran to the mage, taking only a second to command his wings of flying to revert back into a cloak. "I have the eye!" he yelled. He opened his portable hole and pulled out the eye. "Here it is." He handed the eye to Finwe, then said, "One of my bladesingers was petrified by the beholder. He's in the portable hole. Can you help him?"
Finwe 02-16-04, 10:31 PM	Finwe takes teh eye and carefuly places it in a jar of specialy prepared stasis gel - the rest of the construct was not done yet. He then turns to the portable hole matter, rooting through his sanctum for something to help; "Hmmm, well, I do have a scroll of wish hear, but that is required for creation. A staff of power? so thats where I put it... hmm, intersting, I don't remember that spell." at length, he finaly remarks "AH-HA! Zollex, come here, I found a scroll that might help. this contains a stone to flesh spell, but it is a little old so it might not work very well. You could wait for a day or two and scribe another one from this, but the problem is that we don't have a day. Hmm... Oh, I just had an excellent idea. A very excellent idea. A BRILLIANT IDEA! first, we shall have to polymorph him into adamantine, and then...." Finwe finishes explaining his plan to Zollex, and then resumes work on the now three quarters finished giant. Only the shoulders and above remain...
Messianica the Savior 02-16-04, 10:35 PM	{Gene and the Vision at Redemption City} http://nwn.unforgottenrealms.net/downloads/portraits/lyn05_lg.jpg Within the hour Gene stood before Messianica, it was almost dusk. Torches had been set down a wide line for her followers, who had gathered in the garden. Thousands stood patiently as she finished her sermon applauding as she finally finished. “And now my sweet sisters and caring brothers, I bring you someone I have for seen in a vision Gene!” The guards escort Gene up to the podium, as all eyes follow this stranger. No one looks down on him, nor do they know why he is here. Yet they fully trust Messianica the woman who has freed them from bondage. Messianica smiles like a long lost friend at Gene, tears wallow up in her eyes. “Tell them all Gene why you have come? For I have no secrets from my family” She says as she points to the crowd.
Khaira 02-16-04, 10:36 PM	SHe looks to the sudden appearance of Aravilar, whom was a new person to her. "You seeem familiar...I do not recognize you, oddly enough. Agudo is at the front lines...tell me...what is this war? Who is the enemy?" With that, she grips her swords tightly, as she walks through the portal, to the front lines and Agudo as well as her harp...
Zollex 02-16-04, 10:53 PM	"None shall be able to stand before the collossus! I'm going to go wait for Adrasial and Tanluos. They should be here soon." The half-elf walked out of the tower and sat on the grass. Two specks in the sky grew larger and larger. Zollex stood up and waved. When Adrasial and Tanluos landed, the first thing they asked was, "Where is Kistil?" "He's fine. Finwe's taking care of him. Now, let's get you to a bed, Tanluos. You still look tired, and that first ray hit you pretty hard." The trio walked into the tower.
aravilar_holistacia 02-16-04, 11:02 PM	Originally posted by Khaira SHe looks to the sudden appearance of Aravilar, whom was a new person to her. "You seeem familiar...I do not recognize you, oddly enough. Agudo is at the front lines...tell me...what is this war? Who is the enemy?" With that, she grips her swords tightly, as she walks through the portal, to the front lines and Agudo as well as her harp... Appearing inside the hospice where Agudo was laying, Aravilar showed Khaira to his bedside. "My lady, here lies the late Archmage of Light, Agudo," Aravilar said, his lip trembling slightly. "And your harp..." Aravilar went to a shelf, and handed Khaira the scratched up and badly scarred harp. "I know you do not remember me, my lady, but very well do I remember you. I am Aravilar Holistacia, the Commander of the Army of Light, Chosen of the goddess Mystra, and," Aravilar hesitated, although he willed himself to say it, "friend to the lord Agudo." Aravilar knelt down, bowing to the bard, and said, "My lady, I am so sorry for what has happened... I blame myself entirely... and I know I could have saved him... It was my fault, it must have been. "I know that I do not know you well, my Lady Amastacia, but I must ask something of you... The School needs guidance, in the wake of this tragedy... I would have you, my lady, be the Headmistress of the School of Light and Magic," Aravilar said, looking firmly down at the ground, still kneeling in front of the bard.
Gene_Kynes 02-16-04, 11:39 PM	Gene watches the crowd...and finally Messianica, with a calm look...before slowly drawing his blade from it's concealed sheath in his cloak, and taking a deep kneel before the woman, the blade held perfectly horizontal, following his forearm at an inhumanly exact angle. "My blade, is yours. My skills, are yours. My stealth is yours, my breath is yours, my blood is yours, a lifetime of thinking up strategem are yours, I...am yours." Sheathing the deadly, wind-singing mithral back within his cloak, Gene awaits, his kneel now a leaned bow, his neck bared and his face at the floor...a sign of trust.
kulideb 02-17-04, 07:00 AM	Kulideb carried on walking, she was sure she was far away enough now to use shadow jumping. A thought came to her, although she would be glad to see her friends would they feel the same about her? She closed her eyes and began to focus, she thought about contacting Arivilar but there was still to much pain there. She focused on Agudo but could not get any fix on him, her brow knotted as she tried but her mind found nothing. Her heart began to race with fear for her friend and teacher. Next she tried Branth her class mate. She sent out an image of friendship, she could sence his mind but he seemed to be occupied, hopefully he will contact me she thought. A loud crash brought her out of the trance. It sounded close, carefully she made her way closer to where she thought the noise had come from. She spotted a man, plenty of broken branches and a broom. She was a little puzzled. She readied her self to shadow jump just in case he was a bandit, with a broom, the thought made her giggle. She stepped out towards him. "Well met." she said and smiled.
sculyblast 02-17-04, 07:46 AM	"my lady.... that is not important now... why are the troops moving? what's wrong here?"
Branth 02-17-04, 08:08 AM	As Branth was flying he gets a strange image in his head. An image of friendship from Kulideb. o O(Branth we can't do this alone, Kulideb's help would be most appriacated. She far away......Near dager! hhmm.....Send her the images......Maybe she can keep an eye on him for us, slow him down. Ok.....it take long time for us catch up..... ) So with some concentration Branth sends these images to Kulideb Agudo and Kheldar talking..... Agudo chrushed by a tower...... A dager going through Agudo's forehead..... ((A pause then)) Gene freeing Branth from a cage....... Gene leaving the army..... Branth leaving the army....... A picture of Hillsfar........ A picture of Kheldar...... A bloody dager...... ((An other pause)) A picture of a pair of eyes..... A picture of Kheldar....... o O(I just hope she can understand all that. This talking in images is getting hard to do.... Should understand, been talked to like this before....... ) Branth changes his direction slightly and starts heading towards Kulideb's current position.
kulideb 02-17-04, 08:26 AM	The elf smiles at the man (Kheldar) just as Branth conntacts her. Her brow knottes as she tries to understand the images that Branth sends. The colour drains from her face at the images of Agudo, the tower falling and of the dagger. She looks at the man in front of her and tries to hide her feelings. She sends back an image to Branth, once more of frienship, and that she will stay with Kheldar to watch him.
Branth 02-17-04, 08:33 AM	Branth chirps to himself and sends out these images To Kulideb. A Smile.... And a picture of friendship... o O(Good, Good. Now lets get to her. Yes go fast. ) Branth goes as fast as his little wings can carry him, though he relizes it could be a few days before he catches up. And thats only if they stay still!
Khaira 02-17-04, 09:49 AM	"I, too, am late in the hour of my coming. I feel as though it is my fault as well. Long ago, I told Agudo that I was leaving the school...continuing on my adventures...broadening my horizons..and yet, I was not there in his last hour, to protect and help him as he has helped me so many times before....Oh, Agudo..." She then looks to the harp as she takes it in her hands. She closes her hands, feeling the scratches and scarred harp. She opens her eyes as she looks down to the body of Agudo, Archmage of her Light, her companion, mentor, and friend. "You were true unto your very end...you believed, so valiantly...I swear, your memory shall be ever held in my heart..." Her fingers come, once again, into contact with one significant scratch on the harp, and her brows quirk... "This .... scratch has a different feel. It is not Agudo's...who......" Her eyes close once again, entering some kind of odd trance and ... she growls... "Kheldar! What was he doing...where is he now?" ]She then looks agian to Aravilar. "Headmistress? Of the School? This is a big task to undertake, Heruamin*1. And yet, I shall undertake this endeavor with all of my heart and all of my soul...but allow me one thing, Aravilar, friend of mine. Allow me to travel with ye and travel with your army; I must see Kheldar punished for this. I will see Kheldar punished. And I will see, whomever his master or mistress slain and the pieces of her soul spread in themany corners of the Abyss. Grant me this, Aravilar - I must avenge Agudo, for with him died much love and comraderie." Originally posted by aravilar_holistacia Appearing inside the hospice where Agudo was laying, Aravilar showed Khaira to his bedside. "My lady, here lies the late Archmage of Light, Agudo," Aravilar said, his lip trembling slightly. "And your harp..." Aravilar went to a shelf, and handed Khaira the scratched up and badly scarred harp. "I know that I do not know you well, my Lady Amastacia, but I must ask something of you... The School needs guidance, in the wake of this tragedy... I would have you, my lady, be the Headmistress of the School of Light and Magic," Aravilar said, looking firmly down at the ground, still kneeling in front of the bard.
Messianica the Savior 02-17-04, 04:10 PM	http://nwn.unforgottenrealms.net/downloads/portraits/lyn05_lg.jpg As Gene kneels to Messianica she lays her hand on his head. Causing the crowd to whisper amongst themselves. Why does she cry? Who is this man? And more questions until her melody like voice can be heard. “From this day forth, amongst us,” She sweeps her hands around to all near by. “Your name shall be called JUDAS!” She bent down and kissed Judas {Gene} on the neck her tears dripping down over him. “Stand! And receive the love of your new family Judas. Many people swept up to receive their new brother Judas. Patting him on the back holding his hand, boys, girls women and men of all ages and all races, embraced Judas like a long lost son. “Judas! When ever you need me I shall be there” With that Messianica walked into the large crowd hugging them, and blessing all who needed healing.
Gene_Kynes 02-17-04, 04:14 PM	I...think....I'm going to be sick. Judas? Judas?! "...Lady Messianica, I would rather...my father's name, given to me, still be respected . If I am to be given a new name to free myself from my former bonds of service, at least allow me the name "Kom'rr"."- he said, after the embraces. Family. Huh. I don't need family. However, he still accepts the embraces, returning them when he senses a wish for the action, but still awaits the Lady's answer.
Messianica the Savior 02-17-04, 04:26 PM	http://nwn.unforgottenrealms.net/downloads/portraits/lyn05_lg.jpg Deep in the crowd she hears Judas call out, and after putting down a small Drow baby, in the arms of the adopted Gnome mother. She responds about ten feet away smiling broadly, as if Judas is everything her vision had foreseen. “Then I shall be proud to call you Kom'rr! But know this my new brother, to me you shall always be my Judas, as my dreams have shown me, it is your destiny!” Come and eat and drink with us, I have ordered a feast in your honor and it has been laid out in the garden And so there was, food enough to feed everyone and more. All kinds laid out as if a king had come to them.
aravilar_holistacia 02-17-04, 04:54 PM	Originally posted by Khaira She then looks agian to Aravilar. "Headmistress? Of the School? This is a big task to undertake, Heruamin*1. And yet, I shall undertake this endeavor with all of my heart and all of my soul...but allow me one thing, Aravilar, friend of mine. Allow me to travel with ye and travel with your army; I must see Kheldar punished for this. I will see Kheldar punished. And I will see, whomever his master or mistress slain and the pieces of her soul spread in themany corners of the Abyss. Grant me this, Aravilar - I must avenge Agudo, for with him died much love and comraderie." "My lady," Aravilar said, "it is done. I would be honored to have you join with me on this crusade to defeat Messianica." Aravilar paused then, and said, "Let us return to the march; I will be missed, and as the Army Commander, I do not wish to create false morale. You may campaign at my side, my lady, for long is the road ahead..." Aravilar said, pausing greatly, then uncomfortably saying, "...Headmistress." The mage opened a portal and stepped through, appearing once again at the head of the army. "Army: Forward, March!" he called, and the march continued. Only three more hours...
DiplomaticSorcerer 02-17-04, 06:07 PM	Camaris ordered his men to cast fly upon themselves. "Here, I'll cast it on you, Korwyn." His eyes flashed. He and Korwyn began to hover. "Have you ever flown before? It can be somewhat disconcerting for beginners." His unit rose over the army. "What kind of magic would you like to be trained in?" he asked Korwyn.
Duncan McGregor 02-17-04, 06:32 PM	Korwyn looks around slightly stunned as he rises into the air. He waves his hand and dispels the duck away as he trys to stay close to Camaris. The ground where it had stood sprouts a large, blue rose bush. "I don't know, right now I think I just want to work on control. Then maybe later some spells that have some accual offensive capability. Like I said all my spells mostly seem to help with running away. That might be because thats what I needed for a long time." "Erm, what are we doing excactly, or maybe more pertinently who are we fighting."
aravilar_holistacia 02-17-04, 06:45 PM	Originally posted by Duncan McGregor Korwyn looks around slightly stunned as he rises into the air. He waves his hand and dispels the duck away as he trys to stay close to Camaris. The ground where it had stood sprouts a large, blue rose bush. "I don't know, right now I think I just want to work on control. Then maybe later some spells that have some accual offensive capability. Like I said all my spells mostly seem to help with running away. That might be because thats what I needed for a long time." "Erm, what are we doing excactly, or maybe more pertinently who are we fighting." Aravilar growled up at Korwyn, "The evil druid Messianica, a foul prophet of some twisted force, and her armies." He added, "You have three hours to prepare your spells and defenses. We will be within sight of Messianica's soldiers within two-and-a-half hours. Be ready."
Duncan McGregor 02-17-04, 06:59 PM	"Erm, 'prepair your spells', I don't have to do that. Or at least I don't think I do, maybe thats what I've been doing wrong all this time. I don' t think I have any defenses either. I can cast a spell that makes me move faster, or mimicks peoples voices at a distance. I can also shut down your mind and make you laugh uncontrollably, or maybe in your case just titter."
Gene_Kynes 02-17-04, 07:25 PM	My destiny is to make sure Agudo fufilled his, woman. Magic lies. Dreams make no promises. Love may conquer emotional armies, but love doesn't end your foe's life. Gene shakes his head. "I...am...too tired to eat, m'lady. May someone show me to my quarters?"
Agudo Archmage 02-18-04, 12:27 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Lady Hoot smiled at the Dragon like all enchanted owls can “What would you like to do at the school teach? If so what? Or did you want to take one of are classes, for example we have a new Druid teacher specializing in nature. Whatever you decide let Elvina know and she will help you out on the matter. You may want to take your classes outside unless you can change shape”
Khaira 02-18-04, 10:07 AM	She nods to Aravilar and salutes him sharply with one of her swords. "March on to glory, Army commander, on to glory!" With that, she steps through the portal with Aravilar and joins him in rank. She sheathes her blades and begins to play upon her harp, a strong tune, designed for an Army, such as only a skilled bard can. She then begins to sing, her song rallying the troops even more than they were before. For the next couple of hours, the army is so caught up in emotion (allof this FoD permitting, of course. :D), that fear seems to be unable to touch their hearts due to the strong feeling of confidence they are now feeling, due to Khaira's music.
sculyblast 02-18-04, 01:30 PM	"my Lady, I could explain you all of the evil I am talking about.. and yet you would not understand, now I must find out what is going on here." ((assuming that mytus was allready healed I was in sickbay long enough now I think.)) I stood up and streched out. strenght was following through his veins, strenght he had missed for serval years, he felt young again.. he started to memorize all the good thing that had happened during his childhood. and suddenly BANG! a great pain was re-inflicted, causing Mytus to feel the way he uses to feel. he walked outside, then he saw there the grave of Agudo. he walked in for a closer look
Angel Elf 02-18-04, 11:33 PM	Angel picks up Mytus and shakes him gently. “What is wrong with you? Whats going on Mytus?”
Messianica the Savior 02-18-04, 11:45 PM	http://nwn.unforgottenrealms.net/downloads/portraits/lyn05_lg.jpg Messianica calls forth one of her many aids, and asks her to take Judas the son of Kom'rr, to his new home. Once inside he sees a family already living there. Yet the Drow who have taken up residence in this abandon Red Wizards enclave. Seem at odds with their normal evil side, many Drow children run up to Kom’rr and ask him many questions. From the simple things like do you want to play? To more complex things like are you my daddy? The adults give you a loving welcome as if your skin color, and race, do not matter. They in fact offer you to join in their small Bard band. A lovely young Drown woman dances for everyone as they play.
sculyblast 02-19-04, 09:58 AM	"Angel the evil that overcome me and Agudo has been here for Ages, the one thing that is most important now is that I prevent Aravilar from making a big mistake" Mytus quickly said, then searched for Aravilar. once he found him he spoke to him "Aravilar! what are you up to? Averging Agudo will not bring you anywhere"
Pipers Youth 02-19-04, 05:52 PM	Kazul sounded more interested as Lady Hoot mentioned teaching. Then a wiery smile formed on the dragon's face"Yes,vey well then...I will teach dragon magic and dragon arts. (Lady Hoot didn't know how much Kazul was pleased to hear her words) Then the old dragon rubbed his chin"Perhaps I could teach in that coutyard I saw overhead"
Kheldar Devaentar 02-19-04, 05:52 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif ". . . Thank the Gods nobody was here to see it!" Kheldar rested his head and sighed. . . It would still be a while before he found himself back at the City of Redemption. "Well met." It came form a young woman, and it sounded more like a giggle than a greeting to Kheldar's ears. Kheldar frowned and gave the heavens above a good look at his middle finger. He then picked himself up, yanked out his broom and turned to see who had come. "Heh, and here I was hoping I was by myse-*" As soon as Kheldar saw who it was he blinked. "Kulideb? . . Kheldar hadn't seen her in a quite long time! Not since they had adventured together in a large rescue squad to retrieve some Dragon. . . He still remembered his initial disappointment when he realized everyone's hard work had been for nothing but a silly dragon! "Kulideb! It's good to see you again! . . Well, not like this I mean. . . But. . ." Kheldar chuckled a bit as he rubbed his sore cheek. He fought hard not to reveal an embarrassed blush, but if he did, he could at least blame it on the pain. "How are you Kulideb? What brings you out here in the middle of nowhere?" Kheldar's stomach makes an annoyed growling sound. It wanted food! Not talk! Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
aravilar_holistacia 02-19-04, 08:41 PM	Originally posted by sculyblast "Angel the evil that overcome me and Agudo has been here for Ages, the one thing that is most important now is that I prevent Aravilar from making a big mistake" Mytus quickly said, then searched for Aravilar. once he found him he spoke to him "Aravilar! what are you up to? Averging Agudo will not bring you anywhere" Aravilar did not stop the march, but he turned his head to Mytus. "I avenge Agudo, and I carry on his dream of the destruction of Messianica. You of all people, Mytus, should care not." Aravilar looked to Khaira and rolled his eyes before continuing ahead.
Good Knight 02-19-04, 09:43 PM	His troops followed closely with Aravilarr’s main line, Keldorn was pleased at the progress everyone was making. He of all wanted justice for his fallen friend Agudo. “Forward my friends, we are only hours away from smiting evil” Despite the sadness in his heart, Firecam chuckled, as he could not help but think how he sounded like Minsc and Boo. “Now they would be proud of me” With great speed he pushed his Knights faster.
DiplomaticSorcerer 02-19-04, 10:00 PM	Originally posted by sculyblast "Angel the evil that overcome me and Agudo has been here for Ages, the one thing that is most important now is that I prevent Aravilar from making a big mistake" Mytus quickly said, then searched for Aravilar. once he found him he spoke to him "Aravilar! what are you up to? Averging Agudo will not bring you anywhere" Camaris heard Mytus and shook his head. He flew down to where Aravilar and Mytus were walking and landed. "Mytus, we aspired to end Messianica's life long before the headmaster's death. This is not a march for vengeance, it is a march for justice. You would do well to remember that. Besides, do you think that you can stop an army on the move just by words? I did not think you so naive as that."
Khaira 02-19-04, 11:25 PM	Originally posted by sculyblast "Angel the evil that overcome me and Agudo has been here for Ages, the one thing that is most important now is that I prevent Aravilar from making a big mistake" Mytus quickly said, then searched for Aravilar. once he found him he spoke to him "Aravilar! what are you up to? Averging Agudo will not bring you anywhere" Khaira, too, looks to Mytus, glaring, fire in her eyes. You know, that look that ONLY a female can get? Yah, that one! "Agudo died fighting a good fight! He died fighting for what he believed, not hiding behind somebody fearful of potential dangers. Whether in this life or the next, this evil will fall! If you are not in the mood to fight or avenge Agudo and the many other good people whom have died fighting the good fight, then get out of the way, because we are!"
aravilar_holistacia 02-19-04, 11:40 PM	Aravilar nodded to Khaira, fire dancing in his eyes. "Yes, you are correct in your words, headmistress," Aravilar said, looking to the bard. A look of curiousity spread across the mage's face, and he sent to Khaira, using a sending spell, My lady, I would ask something of you. Would it be to your liking that I were to be your Deputy Headmaster? It would be the least I could do in the honor of the Archmage of Light, and it would be a personal honor to serve at your side as an administrator of the School. Aravilar blinked, and looked at Khaira.
sculyblast 02-20-04, 07:48 AM	mytus thought for a moment.. and he replied Aravilar. "Aravilar, of course you will survive this madness, and keldorn the queen and allmost anyone els of any mean will, but you are forgetting the lesser sodiers here, they will give there live and won't come back, and for every soldier that dies here a family will be in grave, and I tell you many shalll dy? when did you started to neglect the feelings of others over your own lust for vengeance! "
aravilar_holistacia 02-20-04, 02:00 PM	Aravilar snarled at Mytus, "Some will die; some will live. They fight in the name of justice! I will weep for my soldiers when the time comes, but to hear your faithless words, I terribly curse you, Mytus the careless! These soldiers fight for what is good and right in this world! These soldiers march to victory, for the safety of millions in Faerun! "These men and women fight for the freedom of all the Moonsea, and all the Western Heartlands; they fight to save the Eastern Wastes, they fight for the Dales, they fight, you coward, for you, Mytus! They fight to keep us from dying; they fight to save themselves!" Aravilar's eyes burnt with a fire deep inside him, longing to lash out and grant Mytus a swift, streaking burn across his face. But Aravilar contained himself. "My lady," Aravilar said to the headmistress Khaira, "what would you have of me?" Aravilar was referring to the question he sent to her.
Khaira 02-20-04, 08:08 PM	She nods to Aravilar, though they only apparent words heard by those around was his quesiton askign what he thought...hm. "Aye, my Lord Aravilar, I would not deny ye such a position. I would have none other by my side. I only regret what I have come back to, at the school...the deaht of a great friend...This Messianica, and whoever the assassin was, will suffer a long, grueling torture as they beg for death...I only hope that the members of the school will welcome me back as a Headmistress..." She then turns to Mytus, and she walks up to him. A fierce anger is seen in her eyes. It is obvious that she would rather kill him than not. (This is FoD permitting of course.) Khaira's hands lunge out, quicker than a cobra's poisonous fangs,and latch on to a piece of clothing of his as she lifts him from the ground. She begins to speak, through gritted teeth as it was. It was all she could do to not slice his head quickly from his shoulders. SHe speaks quietly, in hushed tones, though with intense severity. "Listen here, fool! These soldiers are not held here by some evil mind-controlling spell! They are here because they want to be here! They are here because they want to fight for freedom! They are here because they do not want such evils to spread to the rest of the world! They would rather die than see such evils spread to their families. You see, that is why they fight! If you do not think we will not mourn their deaths as surely as they were one of our own, you possess fewer brain cells within your head! Either stay and fight with us or crawl away like the vermin that you are! Many have died in this war already, I am sure! At least they were fighting for something good and true and right, not cowering behind words of carelesssness!" She then tosses the man down upon the ground, spitting in disgust on the ground as she turns and walks from him. ((If Mytus jumped back from Khaira or otherwise eluded her grasp, she merely speaks those words.))
aravilar_holistacia 02-20-04, 08:19 PM	Aravilar merely nodded to the bard as she spoke of his being her second. When the bard spoke to Mytus, Aravilar sighed. As she finished, Aravilar said to Mytus, "Mytus, I give you this final choice. Either you will silence your words of ignorance, or I shall not retrieve for you the Book of Shadows you so desparately desire. I shall banish you from the Dales." Aravilar looked quite capable of this, seeing as the archmage was in full spell-protection, his very form shimmering with defenses. His hands glowed white with spellflame. After he spoke his words, he turned his gaze to the clear skies. "Keya, why must I put up with these dissidents?" he asked the goddess. Again, the goddess' voice did not grace the ears of those present, but in their place came a small rosy light from Aravilar's hands. The mage smiled as the armies continued the march.
Gene_Kynes 02-20-04, 08:46 PM	Gene seems too tired to play, giving that excuse, and denies biological fatherhood to them, but manages a sincere, but weak smile to all there. Drow. Banished from their own race for something they sought, their skin darkened, their abilities heightened, they traded virtue for power. Oh, how our paths intertwine. He shakes his head towards the adult's offer, murmuring the journey drained all he had, and simply sits down with his new "family", watching the woman dance as he hums along. Gods, what I'd do to see Flayhara right now...t'draw her close, to make sure she was real... His humming now stopped. ...she'll recieve notice of my betrayal as soon as I appear in an information report. She'll think me a traitor. Ugh...as the bards say, 'parting is such sweet sorrow'. Frowning, for only a fraction of a second, Gene maintained his weak smile within the embrace of his friendly foe.
DiplomaticSorcerer 02-21-04, 12:14 AM	Originally posted by sculyblast mytus thought for a moment.. and he replied Aravilar. "Aravilar, of course you will survive this madness, and keldorn the queen and allmost anyone els of any mean will, but you are forgetting the lesser sodiers here, they will give there live and won't come back, and for every soldier that dies here a family will be in grave, and I tell you many shalll dy? when did you started to neglect the feelings of others over your own lust for vengeance! " Camaris sneered. "This is war, Mytus. Losses are to be expected. We aren't avenging the death of the Headmaster, we're preventing the world from falling under the dark shroud of Messianica's rule. Would you like to bow under the hand of the Druid?"
sculyblast 02-21-04, 04:37 AM	the words of Aravilar seemed yet so frighning but still mytus had no intention of ending his needs today. mytus lowered his voice so it would sound warm and trustfull "Aravilar, Elven Archmage of great honor, what would your father tell you when he saw you in this state? your soul is filled with rage over the loss of a Close friend, either premitting you to act only half-mindless and preventing you from understanding my words.. I did not ask you to stop your war and act like nothing happened, nor did i ask you to be hostile to anyone that disagrees your temperal mindwave I asked you to calm yourself for a moment and forge a plan that was not easily broken, ofcourse you will defeat Messianica with a great army but you will cast more death in soldiernumbers of your site then in soldier numbers on there site, this straith, Aravilar (Son of you father) Hillsfar will not be easily invaded, if it wasn't protected.. Agudo would have attacked in lond ago. the only thing I am asking you is to calm down and be a general that man will honor instead of hate for causing mass murder under there beloved family. I will hear what your decision will be" then mytus turned around and walked away.
kulideb 02-21-04, 06:47 AM	Kulideb looked at Kheldar, trying not to think of the images Branth had sent. She moved closer and opened up her bag, pulling out some elven bread and an apple. "Here it sounds as if you need these more than I do....I also have some healing salve. That fall must have hurt, do you want me to rub some on for you?" Kulideb tried not to smile at the thought of Kheldars landing. She sat down near to him, while she waited to see what he would make of her helpful offer. "I kinda ran away, bit of a long story and involves a man....well male elf. How about you, what brings you out this way?" Always tell the truth, well when ever possible some one had taught her. She opened up her bag again and pulled out the bottle of salve,. "Well?" she said with a grin. She sent an image to Branth, to show their location and the fact that she would try to slow Kheldar down as much as she could.
aravilar_holistacia 02-21-04, 10:15 AM	About an hour passed after Mytus had stormed off, and Aravilar was becoming tense. "Khaira, my lady, we should be coming upon the hills surrounding Zhentil Keep soon; I plan on making a defensive fortification on Nightcloak Hill," Aravilar pointed to a looming shadow in the distance, "where we can begin the attack on Messianica's army," Aravilar pointed out. "The mages will be able to cast their offensive spells at the opposing enemies from atop the hill, and the infantry will be able to attack down from the top of the hill, giving us an advantage. "The only disadvantage I can think up, headmistress, is that the River Tesh winds its way through the battlefield, making it harder for us to move quickly. And, of course, the city of Zhentil Keep itself lies at the mouth of the river, where it flows into the Moonsea," Aravilar said. The mage continued to march the army, but he suddenly felt a shady presence when his eyes crossed a forested area to the left. He narrowed his eyes, looking through the misty air, using his mage-sight to discern the cause of his thought. "My lady Khaira, I do believe we have found the assassin of the Lord Agudo. Kheldar is in that wood," Aravilar said, pointing, "along with the shadowdancer Kulideb, another lieutenant of the Army." Aravilar called out, "Army, halt." The archmage then said, "Mages, at your discretion, dispersion fire along the forest's edge." There was a slight surge of negative energy from the mages' lines as they prepared a blast of antimagic. Aravilar said to the bard, "Let us not lose this chance at seizing the killer of Agudo!" The antimagic shells were launched from the mages' lines, and soon the entire forest was a seething mass of antimagic. Aravilar nodded, and said, "Mages, cease fire." He then called, "Archers ready." The archer commanders called, "Archers!" "Archers, on my command, fire dispersion arrows into the forest." "Prepare to fire!" called the unit commanders. "Archers ready." The archery units held their bows to the skies, prepared to loose their flaming, shining arrows into the forest. Aravilar then sent a powerful blast of sending magic into the antimagic field, cutting a path through the inactive magic and sending a message to Kulideb's ears. "My lady, be quick! Hurry from the forest!" Aravilar called to her, and he silently said a prayer to Mystra before calling, "Archers; fire!" Flaming death was fired into the skies, arrows curving up and slowly falling down, an eternity of silence before the coming storm. Aravilar prayed to Mystra again, hoping Kulideb could get out in time.
kulideb 02-21-04, 10:33 AM	The elf sat there holding out the pot of salve. A voice entered her head, Aravilar! her heart skiped a beat. She tried to send him back a message, but she seemed to be to late, looking up she could see the flaming arrows. She felt torn in two, part of her wanted to see Agudos killer die. But she knew that it should be a fair hearing and Kheldar should be allowed to explain his actions, plus Agudo had always been fair and she needed to honour his memory. She threw her self on top of Kheldar, and began to pull the shadows over them as a shield. If any of the missiles found them they would just dissapear into the shadow plane. (( Kheldar I hope you dont mind having an elf on top of you:) ))
Elvin Queen 02-21-04, 11:00 AM	Seeing the fire rain down on the forest was a terrible sight for an Elf. The Queen was not amused. “Must we destroy our heritage Aravilar? Can we not send in some of the troops to hunt down the assassin? The Elvin guard near by let out a cheer of anticipation
aravilar_holistacia 02-21-04, 11:10 AM	Aravilar said to the Queen, "My lady, if you wish to save a forest full of shades and Zhentarim, by all means, I shall stop the attack." Aravilar smiled smiled slightly and said, "I don't think we need to save the evil Zhent humans."
Kheldar Devaentar 02-21-04, 01:54 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif (( I'm sure Kheldar doesn't mind Kulideb. ;) )) Kulideb's act to protect Kheldar certainly took the rogue by surprise! Kheldar made a desperate attempt to catch her as sent both of them diving towards the ground. A very valiant effort Kheldar thought - until he realized just how much this was going to further hurt himself - now it felt more like an act of stupidity! BAM! Kheldar winced as he was sandwiched between Kulideb and the ground. She was lighter than she looked, but any pressure on his torso felt dreadful at the moment. . . After the initial rush of pain, however, having the beautiful Elf on top of him didn't feel so bad. . . Not bad at all. Unfortunately, Kheldar didn't have much time to think about that. He wondered what exactly Kulideb's plan was. Lying prone while being shot at made sense sometimes. . . but with such a continues hail of arrows raining down on them it would only be a matter of inevitability before one of them was hit. And with Kulideb on top, far more likely her than him. Kheldar looked about. there was something blanketing them. . . Kulideb was a shadow dancer. . . Was she manipulating the shadows as cover?!? Kheldar blinked, he didn't understand anything about the art of shadow dancing, but could certainly thankful for it! It also eased his mind knowing that Kulideb wasn't going to be riddled with arrows! Kheldar continued to look around. some small creature ran about the forest floor with it's tail on fire. A squirrel. It chittered and squealed in horror. Another squirrel ran around it helplessly chittering instructions but nothing was improving. . . It might have looked funny if it wasn't so horrible. Kheldar reached for his ring gate. If he could get a healing potion he could douse the small creature with it and extinguish the flames. His hand hit the inside of his cloak. Shock hit Kheldar like a ton of bricks! He knew this feeling, he was inside an anti-magic field. He wouldn't be able to reach for anything inside his ring gate! Kheldar quickly eyed what Kulideb was carrying. . . A healing balm. . No that wouldn't work! There had to be something! But there wasn't! not that Kheldar could see! He looked back to where he spotted the creatures. The squirrel was completely consumed in fire and thrashing around. The other stopped running and simply watched at this point. It must have felt as useless as Kheldar did. Elsewhere birds were flying away from their homes. Their nests where burning, as were their babies. . . Everywhere animals were fleeing for their lives. Even the brainless insects made a mad dash away from the flames. Kheldar wretched his eyes away from the carnage. Just watching it somehow made him feel guilty. "What the hell is that joker doing? I thought you Elves liked the forest!" Fire began to quickly spread around them. Already the forest side facing Aravilar and his troops was completely engulfed in fire. . . The animals had the right idea, they had to flee! "We can't stay here on the ground forever! Can you pick up that 'whatever it is' your holding and use it as a shield? We need to get out of here as quickly as possible or we're going to get trapped!" Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
aravilar_holistacia 02-21-04, 02:12 PM	Aravilar held a hand up and said, "Archers, cease fire." The mage then raised his other ahnd and began a long, slow incantaion that shook the very ground the army stood on... Immediately, the very air around the forest was frozen still, and Aravilar smiled slightly as he finished the chronomancy. "My ladies," Aravilar said to the Queen and Khaira, "Kheldar is quite trapped." A crystalline barrier surrounded the forest, snuffing out the flames but sealing the forest off from the outside world. The barrier separated the normal timeflow of the outside from the frozen time inside. Aravilar then used a teleportation spell to warp space and appear outside the clear shield. He tapped his fingers on the glassy barrier and said, "Nau otha penthe." The antimagic field in the forest broke, and magic once again permeated the forest... but the time was still frozen inside, along with all the forest's inhabitants. Aravilar stepped right into the glass, the liquid surface rippling as he walked through... and he came out of the shield next to a very frozen Kheldar. {FoD permitting.} "My lord Kheldar!" Aravilar said. "You continually elude us, but finally, we have captured you! Luckily for me, my own temporal magic cannot affect me, but it seems you are not so fortunate." The archmage drew his moonblade and said, "You will come with me back to the army and to the Headmistress, or you will surely die a terrible death. No, you cannot penetrate the chronobarrier, for it is of ancient and terrible magic. {FoD permitting} It will be a test of you against me, or else you will surrender yourself." ((OOC: Get out of that one, Gord! *insert evil laugh here*))
Kheldar Devaentar 02-21-04, 02:52 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif Kheldar stays stuck underneath Kulideb, remaning just as he was prior to being frozen in place. Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
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Khaira 02-21-04, 06:30 PM	Khaira watches in concern as the Archmage walks into the forest; she draws her blades in anticipationn as she looks up to the skies for...something. Her gaze return to the forest, her face grim. The Headmistress has a look on her face that is rare on her jovial face. She has the look of death for the man Aravilar will (hopefully) bring back... "Be safe, friend..." She looks to the skies again and murmurs something, "Swiftwing, friend in war and counsel, if you are near, if you still hear me and are with me in spirit, come to me now..." In the distance, the calling cry of some great bird can be heard and Khaira only smiles.
Branth 02-21-04, 08:14 PM	((OOC: This is all FoD permitting, but this kinda goes with something Agudo and I had cooked up. :P I can change it, but needless to say I kinda NEED Kheldar in my grasp, not the armies. )) Just as Aravilar thinks he has the rogue caught, just as it all seems over, Something happens to the air around the frozen "Couple". It shimmers briefly, then to anyone watching it appears that Kheldar and Kulideb just......vanish......... The frozen Kheldar and Kulideb wake up in a cave somewhere between Hillsfar and Agudo's school. There is no light, no exit. They are trapped there. Kulideb gets an image.... Branth panting, looking tired....... The image of Kulideb and Kheldar in the cave. The word STAY! The sun setting then rising again.... Branth....
aravilar_holistacia 02-21-04, 08:18 PM	Edit: Branth!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!111111111111 Now I have to come up with something new! :P:D
aravilar_holistacia 02-21-04, 08:27 PM	Aravilar sheathed his moonblade and looked, quite dumbfounded, at the ground where the assassin and the shadowdancer had been. "Now, I can only assume they have been taken somewhere by a creature more powerful than myself, considering the anti-mythal I cast over the forest... Since only my magic would work, and the dimensional anchor I had put over the wood is still running, I can only assume that a deity has saved that assassin," Aravilar said, looking very distraught. He raised a hand, and the crystalline, liquid glass barrier shattered into nothingness, and the mage walked quite clearly out of the forest and teleported back to the headmistress' side. "My lady, the assassin Kheldar has escaped by deific means, else my powers are futile in the face of whatever godly being has granted him this reprieve," Aravilar said. "I submit myself for punishment," he added. The mage unsheathed his moonblade and laid it at Khaira's feet before kneeling down on both knees before her and saying, "Do with me as you see fit for punishment." Aravilar's muscles tensed as he expected a swift blade to slice his neck from ear to ear.
Khaira 02-21-04, 09:20 PM	She watches carefully as Aravilar comes out of the forest ... empty-handed. SHe watches as Aravilar comes before him and lays his blade down at her feet. Almost at the same moment, the giant bird of prey - a Roc, for those who are close enough now to see it - swoops down and lands perfectly by Khaira. It begins to rub its head on Khaira's arm, in a display of affection. Khaira smiles, like everything is finally beginning to work itself out again. "Swiftwing ... you came back...my faithful companion, where would I be without you?" She turns her attention to Aravilar again, and shakes her head. "It is not within my power nor my standards to kill you, Aravilar. I am no ruthless overlord, slaying those who come upon obstacles that deceive them. We'll get Kheldar, sooner or later. We will get Kheldar, mark my words. He shall meet his day of judgement soon enough; and besides, you said it yourself, Kheldar was saved by a God. Even an Archmage such as yourself can do nothing against a God. And so I say to you Archmage Aravilar Holistacia, rise!" SHe grasps his Moonblade by the hilt - she wouldn't dare strike Aravilar as he rises, would he? She smiles to him, the dazzling smile which has seemed to enrapture so many other before him. SHe swing the sword a couple times, as if she were testing it out. And then, as Aravilar rises she tosses it up in the air and catches it by the blade, as only a performer can without hurting herself, and hands the hilt to Aravilar. "We shall not mourn over lost causes here, Aravilar! Instead, let us march towards the destruction of Messianica, and the salvation of this land. Messianica, whom has caused the death of so many already, including our beloved Agudo, Archmage of Light! Messianica, whom herself will find her powerless and pierced by thousands of blades, yours and mine and a thousand others!" She then mounts the Roc, lookign down at Aravilar, as she smiles. "I shall meet you on the battlefield, my lord! If ye don't mind, I must take to the air. Don't do anything I wouldn't do!" She nudges Swifwing then as they take off - almost straight up - into the air as she hovers and awaits the army to move.
aravilar_holistacia 02-21-04, 09:28 PM	Aravilar sheathed the moonblade and said, "My lady, your mercy and your words soothe my heart." He watched the bard fly off, and he called out, "Return safe to us, Headmistress of Light! Fight on, for the glory of the Light!" The archmage turned around and said, "Shall we, Camaris? My Lady?" Aravilar commanded, "Army; at normal pacing, forward, march!" The march began again, marching towards Nightcloak Hill.
Zollex 02-21-04, 11:03 PM	"Finwe, how much longer will this be? The battle must have started by now!" Zollex yelled impaciently. "Sir, we can't go into battle now. Kanluos needs rest, as do you. You soldiers are needed here to help Finwe. We can do nothing until he is done," Adrasial said, trying to comfort her commander. "You are right," the half-elf admited. "I still do not like sitting here when friends are in danger. Finwe, what can we do to help?"
Elvin Queen 02-22-04, 12:49 AM	The Queen tapped her fingers on the harness for a long time, just staring at Aravilar. When the human bard Kheria had left on her bird creature, Elisa sighed. Trotting up next to the general she gave him a most disgusted look. “General Aravilar!” She said rather loudly, the lowered her voice. “Seeing you prostrate yourself before that human, was one of the most sickening things I have ever seen.” Elisa wasn’t finished, but for the sake of the troops she stopped her tirade. “Redeem yourself, by marching this army quickly to do battle with those fanatics; and shows us that you’re an ELF!” If Aravilar was going to respond, she did not wait. With a quick kick to her horse she was off with the army. The Queen knew that Branth had helped the assassin. But it was the Elvin god Silvanus who helped Branth over come Aravilars awesome power. The Queen had been told by Silvanus to come not just for the destruction Messianica, but for the rescue of Aravilar her Elvin kin. Still though how it pained the Queen to Aravilar so.
sculyblast 02-22-04, 05:35 AM	((OOC: this event is not paralel with the current happenings, it is earlier)) when mytus returned to the camp after having his little talk with Aravilar he quickly took action, he pittied it he didn't convinced Aravilar to take a break before attacking hillsfar, if he would have convinced him it would have given him more time to act, but now he just has to do everything in short time. mytus arrived at the camp and quickly pact his stuff, wrote down something on a page and then quickly went down to the place where de flying horses (probably pegasusses) were stabled. he took 5 horses with him. to the one person that might have look up to the sky, it must have seemed odd, but Mytus was not heading for Hillsfar, no, on the counterairy, he was moving to the north. then he arrived in PHlan, taking to compendions with him and in Melvaunt he picked up two other. ((OOC: Agudo Pm me, do you Play these Npc or do you?)) he told them what to do, and how to act, in gave them a convincint reason why to follow his order, final freedom. all four of these compendions where skilled man, not just streed guys. then Mytus changed his look back to way helator pilesos looks, and lowered his voice. the fight took serval hours more before mytus arrived in hillsfar
sculyblast 02-22-04, 05:35 AM	((OOC: this event is not paralel with the current happenings, it is earlier)) when mytus returned to the camp after having his little talk with Aravilar he quickly took action, he pittied it he didn't convinced Aravilar to take a break before attacking hillsfar, if he would have convinced him it would have given him more time to act, but now he just has to do everything in short time. mytus arrived at the camp and quickly pact his stuff, wrote down something on a page and then quickly went down to the place where de flying horses (probably pegasusses) were stabled. he took 5 horses with him. to the one person that might have look up to the sky, it must have seemed odd, but Mytus was not heading for Hillsfar, no, on the counterairy, he was moving to the north. then he arrived in PHlan, taking to compendions with him and in Melvaunt he picked up two other. ((OOC: Agudo Pm me, do you Play these Npc or do you?)) he told them what to do, and how to act, in gave them a convincint reason why to follow his order, final freedom. all four of these compendions where skilled man, not just streed guys. then Mytus changed his look back to way helator pilesos looks, and lowered his voice. the fight took serval hours more before mytus arrived in hillsfar
kulideb 02-22-04, 06:20 AM	The elf closed her eyes to shut out the horror of the death of the forest, the sound of the flames consuming the trees filled her mind. She wanted to run, but her shadow shield was all that was protecting them. The air was filled with silence, she slowly opened her eyes. Kheldar wasnt moving, she could feel cold fingers of air trying to grasp her. Her shield and Kheldars body must have saved her from being frozen straight away. A shimmer filled the air. Branth! of course her link with him through the shadow plane must have enabled him to move them. She peeled herself from Kheldars body and looked around. Some sort of cave, images filled her mind from Branth. She sent back an image of her and Kheldar staying, he was hurt any way. She also sent back an image of what she would do if Aravilar found them. She sighed and sat down, to think she was now trying to keep Agudos killer alive!
Agudo Archmage 02-22-04, 09:35 AM	((OOC DM note! First everyone is doing a superb job on their story telling.:bounce: :bounce: :bounce: No complaints from me for anyone… Also I Email you Mytus…Just in case your PM is still having problems…and just for the record to all my Grand and most Excellent players… :cloud9: Any NPC in a sub plot made up by anyone… can be under the control of the owner….:mage: as long as it doesn’t change the Main story...BUT the DM reserves the Right to change something when necessary))
Branth 02-22-04, 11:02 AM	((OOC: Thank you everyone for understanding!)) Branth sighs to himself, now he can rest. It seems his plan worked for once. o O( They safe now. Yes, but that was close. HE is a little slower then I thought he'd be. I figured he'd be in Hillsfar by now. Sometime slow is good yes? Yes I agree with you there. But let's rest now, hopefully we can straighten this out tommorrow. *Sigh* Yes, tired......... ) Branth curls up on a flat rock in the sun to sleep..........
Gene_Kynes 02-22-04, 01:02 PM	Waiting until the festivities end, Gene either looks for a bed-like piece of furniture, or at least a psuedo-soft surface to roll his cloak up as a makeshift pillow...and rest. When he awakens, he looks for a more private area of the dwelling, dissapearing within...and stepping out in much cleaner, and finer clothing that seems more fit on a middle-ranking Netherese noble, than on the Houseless Gene. His blades somehow concealed within the black and navy blue outfit, Gene gives a smile to any of his new roomates that he passes on his way to the door. Quietly moving through Hillsfar, hood drawn over his head in a foreboding shadow, Gene attempts to make his way up to the Lady, arms crossed.
aravilar_holistacia 02-22-04, 03:38 PM	Originally posted by Elvin Queen The Queen tapped her fingers on the harness for a long time, just staring at Aravilar. When the human bard Kheria had left on her bird creature, Elisa sighed. Trotting up next to the general she gave him a most disgusted look. “General Aravilar!” She said rather loudly, the lowered her voice. “Seeing you prostrate yourself before that human, was one of the most sickening things I have ever seen.” Elisa wasn’t finished, but for the sake of the troops she stopped her tirade. “Redeem yourself, by marching this army quickly to do battle with those fanatics; and shows us that you’re an ELF!” If Aravilar was going to respond, she did not wait. With a quick kick to her horse she was off with the army. The Queen knew that Branth had helped the assassin. But it was the Elvin god Silvanus who helped Branth over come Aravilars awesome power. The Queen had been told by Silvanus to come not just for the destruction Messianica, but for the rescue of Aravilar her Elvin kin. Still though how it pained the Queen to Aravilar so. ((OOC: Silvanus is not an elven god; the elven pantheon consists of: Angharradh Aerdrie Faenya Corellon Larethian Fenmarel Mestarine Deep Sashelas Erevan Ilesere Hanali Celanil (Keya) Labelas Enoreth Rillifane Rallathil Sehanine Moonbow Shevarash Solonor Thelandira))
Kheldar Devaentar 02-22-04, 05:00 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif "Kulideb we have to move no-* huh?" Kheldar blinked. All he could see around himself was nothing but pitch black. Had Aravilar cast some sort of spell?!? Kheldar needed his glasses! They would defeat any illusion or darkness, whether it was magical or not! His hands went towards his ring gate, and for a wonder they didn't just wipe across the inside of his cloak. His glasses were out and on his face in a flash. He blinked in further astonishment. They were in a cave?!? Kheldar looked all around. Rocky wall here, rocky wall there. No sign of Aravilar, but no signs of any exits or openings either! . . The air tasted very stale. "No doors. . . and no windows. . . nothing but rock. . ." Kheldar gave Kulideb a worried look. She had moved away from him, he wondered why? "Kulideb, I don't know who put us in here - Maybe it was that Elven mage - but I don't think he thought it out all the way through. . . Unless he comes here to pick us up pretty soon, we're going to run out of air! It's a miracle we can still breath this awful tasting stuff now!" Panic began to settle into Kheldar's mind. . . He wasn't entirely sure what to do. He could try a dimension door spell, but he couldn't even begin to guess how far out he should go, or in what direction! Where they high up in a mountain, or Down deep underground!? If he didn't know, then it was all up to chance, and that could be fatal! Kheldar's stomach started growling again. . . Why hadn't whatever teleported them inside this cave included Kulideb's food too?!? Kheldar reached into his ring gate and desperately thought of trial rations. . . Nothing came to his hand. He frowned and took his hand out of his ring gate. . . His ring gate?!?!? Kheldar's ring gate lead straight into his Heward's Handy Haversack, which he kept secretly stashed somewhere in an underground basement in the city of Waterdeep! His ring gate could lead them straight to Waterdeep! Albeit it was a tight squeeze, but Kheldar had done it before, and if he could, Kulideb probably wouldn't have much trouble. "Hey Kulideb, have ya ever seen Waterdeep? It's where I'm from! And if you don't have any objections, I think I can get us both there! Oh gods, I could finally get something good to eat! Well, what d'ya say?" Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
kulideb 02-22-04, 05:11 PM	The elf stopped looking round the cave. "Its Ok, take deep breaths, in...out." She crouched down next to Khedar, she was sure he was having a panick attack. "We are quite safe here." She patted her pockets, no food. Branth wanted them to stay put, but she had never been to Waterdeep...she rubbed her head. "Lets sleep on it for a few hours it will give your wounds chance to heal." She moved closer to him, pulled her cloak round her and rested her head on his shoulder, Hurry Branth! she thought to her self.
Kheldar Devaentar 02-22-04, 05:26 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif Kheldar blinked, apparently he hadn't taken all the worry out of his voice. But he felt much more at ease now. . . After all, there was a way out! And with that, no more need to worry! Kheldar spoke to Kulideb reassuringly, but in no uncertain terms. "Umm, Kulideb. . . . . . If we go to sleep here we could very well wake up dead. If you'd really like to rest up I've got a bed at Waterdeep, you're welcome to use it. Heh, it might be covered with dust but I'm sure I could find some clean sheets." Kheldar waited for Kulideb's answer. He couldn't understand why in the world the shadow dancer would want to stay in such a horrible place as this. Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
kulideb 02-22-04, 05:33 PM	The elf sighed keeping Kheldar here would be hard, and if he went with out her finding him again would be harder still. "I guess a nice soft bed and some food would be good." Kulideb stood up. " We could shadow jump or do you have some other way out of here?"
Kheldar Devaentar 02-22-04, 06:44 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif Kheldar gave Kulideb a stunned look. Shadow jump all the way to Waterdeep!?? He didn't know where they were, and he didn't think Kulideb did either, but it was probably hundreds of miles away. Either Kulideb didn't realize it, or she was a much more experienced shadow dancer than Khedlar thought. Not only that, but as far as Kheldar could discern, shadow jumping worked like dimension door, which meant Kulideb would need exact co-ordinates to get where she wanted to go. He scratched his head. . . maybe he really didn't know anything. "We could shadow jump if you think you can make it. . ." Wait a second?!? Why would she have wanted to stay here in the first place if she could just simply shadow jump out of here at her leisure? . . Come to think of it. . . Wasn't she trying to convince me to stay? Kheldar began to become suspicious of the shadow dancer. Maybe she wasn't the friend Kheldar had taken her for. And if that was the case, did she know what he had done?!? Thoughts began to fly through Kheldar's head. . . Her initial reaction to him when they both appeared in this cave was to keep away from him. . . was that resentment? She wasn't even a bit frightened when they had appeared in their rocky prison. . . Why? . . It was all starting to come together! But he kept it to himself, his face didn't change the slightest bit. He could keep a tight control over his outside expression when he put his mind to it! The pause it took to think all this lasted less than a second. ". . . But I do have another way to get there. And I might feel a bit more comfortable doing it may way. . . Not that I doubt your skill," Kheldar added in very carefully - he didn't want to offend her after all, "But I've used my way a couple of times so it's what I'm more used to. . ." Kheldar detached his metal ring gate from the inside of his cloak. It look like a small, metallic hula-hoop, barely big enough to squeeze both shoulder's through. "This is a ring gate, there's another one exactly like this in a spot I keep hidden in Waterdeep. Together they act like a 2 way portal, whatever goes in one ring, comes out the other. . . Umm, You can see in the dark because you're a shadow dancer, right? Because, it's not going to be very well lit on the other side of this thing. . . Well, not going to be lit at all. . . Oh. . ." Kheldar reached into his ring gate and pushed his haversack out of the way, no need for them to jump into that. ". . . There! If you're ready you can go right through. . . Umm, please pardon all the dust. . . I really haven't been home in such a long time!" ((If Kulideb goes through the ring gate, I'll describe what she sees.)) Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
aravilar_holistacia 02-22-04, 07:03 PM	Nightcloak Hill was dark and cold when the Army of Light approached under cover of night. As Aravilar reached the summit of the hill, he looked over the short plain, his eyes finally coming to rest on the alighted city of Zhentil Keep, the city surrounded with a wall of grey stone. The River Tesh was visible even in the moonlight, winding its way out of the foothills to the city beyond. Aravilar called out, "Army, halt." The soldiers stopped atop the hill, and Aravilar called out, "We will be fortifying this hilltop in preparation for the attack. Unit Commanders; at your discretion, fall your units into defensive positions." Aravilar raised a hand, summoning a command tent. He said, "Camaris, Elisa, Keldorn, let us plan the attack." Aravilar then sent this message to Zollex, Finwe, and Khaira. "My lady Khaira; lords Zollex and Finwe, the army is encamped on Nightcloak Hill, just an hour's march from the Keep. Please return to the Army as quickly as possible. Aravilar out." Aravilar sighed and went into the command tent, finally able to get some rest. The soldiers began to build the massive trenches and fortifications, and the moon became obscured by the clouds as the night progressed.
Branth 02-22-04, 08:03 PM	As Branth sleeps he dreams. ------------------------------------------------------------- Branth is sitting in human form in a comfy chair in a big room. He doesn't know why he's here, he just knows he's suppose to be here right now. He keeps forgetting things more and more lately, and it's getting harder and harder to remeber what he's suppose to be doing. "Ah Branth child, I see you finally found your way back here. It's about time we had a little talk about what needs to be done." Branth looks at the man speaking. He seems so very familiar, but with recent events, Branth can't put a name on this kindly face in front of him. "Yyyeeess? Time talk now? Bout what?" "Yes Branth we'll talk now. We need to get him. But more importantly we need to get back what he has stolen from us. Do you remember what he stole?" "Yyyeess. Bad man stole it. Need it back!" "Yes Branth dear boy, we need it back. But from here on out you are on your own. My magic has ran out, my influance has ran out. I have done all I can for us, from here on out it will need to be all you. I know it's hard boy, but you must try. For both of us! Our time grows short, we only have maybe a forenight, two tops. We need to get it back and fix the damage before it's to late. Do you understand all this Branth? Yes. Get it quick!" "Good boy, your sister would be proud of you." ----------------------------------------------------------------- Branth hisses in his sleep.
Khaira 02-22-04, 08:43 PM	-OOC- ((ahem-hm hmmmm. Did you know that Khaira is an *elf*? I wasn't sure but so I just thought I'd say - hey, Khaira's an elf, y'all!)) Originally posted by Elvin Queen The Queen tapped her fingers on the harness for a long time, just staring at Aravilar. When the human bard Kheria had left on her bird creature, Elisa sighed. Trotting up next to the general she gave him a most disgusted look. “General Aravilar!” She said rather loudly, the lowered her voice. “Seeing you prostrate yourself before that human, was one of the most sickening things I have ever seen.” \
Khaira 02-22-04, 08:51 PM	From the horizon, one can see the lone figure of none other than Khaira. Her Roc and ever-faithful battle companion, swoops down to the ground, near Aravilar and the armed forces, before Swiftwing even comes to a complete stop, Khaira jumps off Swiftwing when he is about 10 feet in the air, twirling gracefully as she miraculously landing on the ground. Any other *elf* would have gotten the wind at least knocked out of her but Khaira...somehow doesn't. "Well, Aravilar ... we are at the end of our journey, just about aren't we? The Final battle, a clash between Ultimate Good and Ultimate Evil. The Bards will sing of this for many a year to come, I am sure..."
aravilar_holistacia 02-22-04, 08:52 PM	Originally posted by Khaira -OOC- ((ahem-hm hmmmm. Did you know that Khaira is an *elf*? I wasn't sure but so I just thought I'd say - hey, Khaira's an elf, y'all!)) OOC: I knew that, my lady ;)
aravilar_holistacia 02-22-04, 08:57 PM	Originally posted by Khaira "Well, Aravilar ... we are at the end of our journey, just about aren't we? The Final battle, a clash between Ultimate Good and Ultimate Evil. The Bards will sing of this for many a year to come, I am sure..." Aravilar smiled to hear the *elf's* words. "My lady, your words touch my elven heart. I am glad to have you as the Headmistress, and... my friend," Aravilar said. The mage shifted uncomfortably. "It seems I have said the word 'friend' in relation to many people since my arrival at this school... I am proud to serve as the Army Commander, and I am proud to be able to say that I am the better for it." Aravilar smiled and said, "It does seem we are at the end of our journey, after all. Perhaps now, when we triumph over the enemy, we will be able to go back to the school and see better times. We will be able to go back to our home, as friends."
Messianica the Savior 02-23-04, 01:24 AM	http://nwn.unforgottenrealms.net/downloads/portraits/lyn05_lg.jpg Messianica waited in the garden alone, somberly looking up at the stars. “Soon!” Was all she said as she closed her eyes in thought.
Elvin Queen 02-23-04, 01:49 AM	(ooc Khaira you are here by seen in my eyes as a Elf henceforth! :bow: For the sake of continuity, lets say the queen was miffed because Aravilar humiliated himself with a common elvin bard; instead of a human as my lat post said.) Elisa walked into the hastily made command tenet set up by Aravilar and considerd the situation. “General Aravilar you have done an excellent job arranging the defenses I can see my faith in you was not without merit. What are your plans for bringing the enemy to the river. A faint and run? Or something more diabolical?
kulideb 02-23-04, 03:18 AM	Kulideb kicked herself, shadowjump to Waterdeep, well may be if she was Gene she could do it, with her luck she would end up stuck in a solid wall of rock.....Kheldar was speaking I better pay attention she thought! He still seemed a bit jumpy, now it was her turn to take a deep breath, smile be nice to Agudos killer...no she must think of him as Agudos friend, think happy thoughts she told her self. She looked at the ring Kheldar had, it would be worth knowing where he lived she thought, he might have clues there as to why he killed in cold blood such a nice kind man like Agudo....happy thoughts she reminded her self again. She smiled and stepped closer to Kheldar, her hand playing with the silver mask locket at her throat, help me to decive him she asked the diety of tricksters in her mind. "On second thoughts Your way does sound better, So I just step through? Yepp I can see fine in the dark." Just before she stepped through she sent an image to Branth, Kheldar, Waterdeep. Then with one last smile at Kheldar she stepped through the hoop.
Kheldar Devaentar 02-23-04, 04:41 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif Kulideb enters a fairly large stone room that is absolutely covered with dust! Random papers, certificates, and opened books littered the floor, and were spread over just about every working space available. On the far side of the room from Kulideb was an exotic looking work bench with an old wooden stool in front of it. All together it looked like something that belonged in a mad alchemist's laboratory rather than a rogue's study. Flasks, vials, and potion bottles were scattered about. Some of them were kept in neat sets while others looked lost and had long since had their labels peeled off. Beside the work bench was a display of various weapons mounted on the wall. The left side of the display consisted mostly of melee weapons while the right showcased ranged weapons. It was obvious that the rogue's preference was with short swords in melee and crossbows at a distance. But the odd dusty mace and long sword showed up in the display, along with one or two bows. It was hard to tell whether the last one was a bow or not. It was a mechanical contraption that was kind of shaped like a bow. To Kulideb's immediate left there was a gigantic bookshelf that nearly covered the entire wall. All sorts of books about all sorts of different topics. Poison making, trap making, calligraphy, sign languages an entire set of encyclopedias based on human anatomy. Many of the books weren't even in common. There were books in Elven, Gnome, Dwarven, Undercommon, Sylvan, Draconic, Abyssal. . . almost every language imaginable and some that didn't look familiar at all. At the very end of the bookshelf was a desk with a cushioned chair in front of if. On the left side of the desk there was a waste paper basket half-full of crumpled up notes, and on the right side a very large chest that looked more like a little table with all the books lying atop it. The desk itself was littered with half written contracts, books, various kinds of pens and vials with different colors of inks. There was a small, empty space of the desk cleared away for working in. It was completely empty except for a pair of yellow lensed glasses and a small, silver frame which contained a picture of a beautiful red haired girl with pretty blue eyes. The only exit out of the room was a simple wooden door. Kheldar gracefully slipped through the ring gate after Kulideb. He looked around his study with absolute disdain. . . Cleaning up the place had been one of those things he had been meaning to do for a while, but just never got around to. . ." "Well, this is it! Ummm, don't worry, the upper levels of the house should be cleaner. . ." I think. Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
sculyblast 02-23-04, 04:50 AM	Ooc: 90 pages of roleplaying, well done, that is almost a novel
kulideb 02-23-04, 03:27 PM	The elf stepped out into a room, her foot steps must have disturbed the air dust moved about. The room was not quite what she was expecting, it looked like a scholars room. Weapons, vials, bottles, books.... Kulideb moved into the room, she trailed her hand along an exotic looking work bench, the dust stired. She wiped her hand down her leggins and tried not to sneaze as the dust tickled her nose. "Well, this is diffrent." She had forgotten that Kheldar was an enemy, as her eyes went wide at the sight of so many books, more than any thing else the elf loved to read. Some of the languages she knew others she could only guess at. Her eyes glanced over the desk resting on the picture of the red haired maid, there was some thing about that lady... but then she spotted another book. She blushed as Kheldar spoke about the upper levels, she had been like a drunk in an Inn all she wanted to do was read. "Oh, I guess we should move." she said reluctant to do so.
Agudo Archmage 02-23-04, 04:55 PM	· Angharradh · Aerdrie Faenya · Corellon Larethian · Fenmarel Mestarine · Deep Sashelas · Erevan Ilesere · Hanali Celanil (Keya) · Labelas Enoreth · Rillifane Rallathil · Sehanine Moonbow · Shevarash · Solonor Thelandira)) Thank you Aravilar for your help on the Pantheon and plan to use them in the future. :D As far as (Silvanus) the Forgotten Realms Info books, have slowly moved away from assigning race to the gods. Mystra is a good example, she appears to the Elves as an Elf and to mortals as human, in many Forgotten Realms books. Silvanus has the portfolio of Nature, Druids, Rangers, Animals, Plants and so on. I had chosen Silvanus do to the fact that many Elves/Half Elves have a natural affinity to the forest. But Corellon Larethian will do if that helps in the story for you Availar. Also I would like to thank everyone for controlling his or her teleporting power. Limit is three hundred feet. As DM I have given special dispensation for Availar to visit his wife farther away…. And yes DM can play favorites… ;)
Gene_Kynes 02-23-04, 05:19 PM	"Lady." Messianica soon heard Gene's voice behind her, the man's arms crossed. "We...need to speak, m'lady."
aravilar_holistacia 02-23-04, 06:51 PM	Originally posted by Elvin Queen Elisa walked into the hastily made command tenet set up by Aravilar and considerd the situation. “General Aravilar you have done an excellent job arranging the defenses I can see my faith in you was not without merit. What are your plans for bringing the enemy to the river. A faint and run? Or something more diabolical? Aravilar smiled and said, "My lady, I have an interesting plan." The elven archmage smiled and moved towards the table, which was covered in maps and diagrams. He pointed to one map, which was a recently drawn picture of the battlefield. "The company of bladesingers led by my lieutenant Zollex will be held in reserve, here." The mage pointed to a spot near the command tent. "Your soldiers, my lady, will be here." Aravilar pointed to the map again. "My soldiers from Evereska will be the front guard, attacking down for the hill and directly confronting the enemy." Aravilar chuckled. "I am told that my friend Finwe has a special plan." The mage pored over some more maps and said, "Now, look here... Camaris's troops will be stationed like so..." Aravilar swept a hand over the map, showing the location of the mages. "They will be our artillery." Aravilar smiled and said, "This battle manuever will forever be known as the Aravilar Maneuver." He looked to Khaira and smiled, and looked to the queen and smiled again. ((OOC: @Agudo: Aravilar :love: Keya ;))) ((OOC: I will be sending an email/PM to all of the Allied Commanders sometime today or tomorrow with DETAILED battle plans. If you get this: @Savael: Please PM/email Agudo with your copy of the battle plans for your side.))
Good Knight 02-23-04, 07:28 PM	“Make formation quickly my brave knights for this day we shall taste victory. By all that I hold close to me let us protect the Wizards this time! No more traps like at that town. Stay clam! Be ready!” After sending them to the lines Keldorn Firecam walked into Aravilar’s tent and took of his helmet. Smiling for the first time in a long time, Keldorn reached out and patted Aravilar on the back. “Soon we shall have justice for all, especially are fallen friends” He did not need to say Agudo for they all knew. “I see by the maps we have a good plan, I shall be ready when the call goes out” To all there Keldorn seem ten years younger, as if this was the purpose he needed. A purpose for the greater good.
aravilar_holistacia 02-23-04, 07:57 PM	The battle plans have been sent to the appropriate commanders. Please review and reply to the PM I sent out. Thank you for your continued cooperation, Aravilar Holistacia, Army of Light, Commanding
Finwe 02-24-04, 12:52 AM	Finwe speaks hastily to Zollex: "There is nothing now that you can do, save to return to Aravilar in hsi battle. Walk through the portal in the southern wing, it will take you wherever you wish to go." Turning away form Zollex, to the now nigh complete statue, he takes the form of the now adamantine former bladesinger and places him gently in a cavity in the head of the giant statue. He then retrives one of the many staves hanging on the walls, and begins to activate magic far more powerful than any used in a long time. For hours, possibly days - he lost track of the time, he poured himself into the statue, giving it life, life LIFE!!! ooc: sorry, I just had to do the Frankenstien thingy ;)
Messianica the Savior 02-24-04, 12:57 AM	http://nwn.unforgottenrealms.net/downloads/portraits/lyn05_lg.jpg The voice of Judas called out to her as she let her thought roam into the starry night. “Is it you my new brother Kom'rr?” She turns with tears in her eyes just looking at him
sculyblast 02-24-04, 07:51 AM	without having to much trouble mytus (aka helator pilesos) entered hillsfar. and asked for the presents of messianica.
Branth 02-24-04, 08:53 AM	A day had past, Branth awakes from a restfully sleep feeling ready for the task ahead. He sends out a searching thought and finds Kulideb and Kheldar had indeed moved from the cave. But thankfully away from the army. He searches a little bit more and finds a "Message Waiting" for him from Kulideb. o O(Waterdeep?? Where that?? *Sigh* a ways away from here. You still can't teleport yourself can you? No. All gone. *Sigh* well we'll have to wing it then. Let's get moving. ) With that settled Branth makes his way to Waterdeep.
aravilar_holistacia 02-24-04, 08:56 AM	Aravilar sighed, looking up at the army commanders. "It is now three bells past dusk ((around 10:00 PM [2200 hours])). Within the next five hours, we may be fighting. I want all Unit Commanders to prepare their units for an inspection exactly one hour from this moment," Aravilar said wearily. "Have your units form up in front of the command tent; I want to inspect them before the coming storm," the mage announced. Aravilar then got up and said, "If you have need of me, I will be in Arvandor... with Keya. I shall return in one hour." For then, the Deputy Headmaster was gone. ~~ "My love! I was beginning to worry you had forgotten about me," the angel-winged elven girl said as Aravilar emerged from his portal. The archmage looked to the girl and said, "The Army will be attacking the enemy within five hours, my love. I... wanted to be with you, in case the worst should happen." Keya raised an eyebrow, in perfect imitation of Aravilar, and said, "As if I would let them destroy you. If I have to, I'll come down there myself and do what I must." Aravilar smiled and wrapped his arms around the green-eyed angel. "There is always a time for everyone," he pointed out, holding the girl to him. "If mine is tonight, I shall embrace it, for it means to you I will return." The girl returned the embrace, and a solemn tear rolled down her cheek. She pressed her head into Aravilar's shoulder and began to cry. "My angel, what is wrong?" Aravilar said, raising a hand to run his fingers through the goddess's hair. "I won't let that happen. There is too much in the world of mortals you have yet to know... Too many people rely on you, too many people trust in you. You have more friends with the Fellowship of Light than you know... The bard Khaira, the Queen Elisa, Lord Keldorn, Finwe, Zollex, Camaris... They all trust you, in one form or another, and they will look to you in times of trouble... But I do not have that luxury... because I cannot have you. If there was any way I could be with you... I would do anything for it... I would sacrifice all that I am, all that I have become, just to be able to be with you, to hold you, to lay with you in the nights and to be by your side in the days. There is so much that I wish I could explain, so much sorrow and tears and despair that I wish you could understand... But I cannot have it. The one thing I most love in the multiverse is the one thing denied to me... And that thing, Ava, is you. "You remember the soulbinding, of course! You and I both know what happened that day. What was to be a wedding ended up being a funeral. And the binding was sealed with both a kiss and with blood... my blood. Corellon explained to me why we are what we are, Aravilar. The soulbinding was done by Hanali... and she did what I had thought to be but myth. She ripped a part of my soul from me and entwined it with yours, and she tore a part of your soul from you and entwined it with mine. 'The soulbinding you and Aravilar share is a deeper love than magic or divine grace could ever forge... because you are in and of each other. You are more close than the most fiery of passions, because of a single thread of hope... You are always connected, Keya, by that one thread of love, which nothing can destroy.' That is what Hanali said to me. And there is nothing I can do to make that bond any stronger... I want to be there, with you, Aravilar. I want to be able to live with you, to kiss you, to love you as before. But in this deific state of divine bliss... I am a captive." The tears were nonstop now, the girl crying into Aravilar's shoulder. Aravilar, with a look of utter despair and torment, merely held her there, in the waning light of the setting sun of Arvandor. ~~ "You, you soldiers of the Light, you come together as one to banish the evil of this land! You fight, for your families, your children, your homes, your countries, your freedom!" Aravilar said, standing in front of the assembled army. "Hurrah!" they cried, the roar echoing off the surrounding hills. Even the Army of Messianica could hear the cries of the men shouting in the night. "We go into battle, on foot, on steed, or in the graceful skies, to destroy the malefactress herself! We march on to victory, for we are the Light!" "Hurrah!" they cried again. "You, my soldiers and mages of valor, are the last defense of your people! Shall we go quietly into the night, dying for naught?" "No!" cried the soldiers. "Then we fight for the Light! We are the Light, to banish the Darkness of Messianica!" "Hurrah!" "We fight for the fallen! We fight for the arisen, we fight for freedom!" "Hurrah!" called the army, and Aravilar stepped down from the floating platform. The army's cheers and cries were audible even in Zhentil Keep, where the commoners looked out their windows and wondered what dread army was approaching. And Aravilar smiled then, and said, "Let us try not to disappoint the gods, hmm? I do believe we have a war to fight." Aravilar raised a hand and shot a fireball directly into the night sky, signaling the first call. The soldiers ran for their ready-line positions. "Prepare for the assualt! Mages, at close intervals, abjurative magic--cast." The blue rockets of defensive light shone above Nightcloak Hill. Aravilar turned to Khaira and said, "At your command, Headmistress." The mage gave a sharp salute with his moonblade and turned about, walking into the command tent. (( OOC: The Battle of the River Tesh will take place sometime this week, as preparations for the Army of Light have been completed. All battle orders are to be considered final unless there are any objections to the current strategies. The current IC time is 11:30 PM [2330 hrs] and the current IC date is 24-Alturiak-1389 DR. @Agudo: Finally! :D @Khaira: At your command, headmistress. :bow: @Elisa: Ready for the battle? :D @Keldorn: Please review the battle plans and PM me ASAP. @Gene: Did you make a decision yet? :twitch: @sculy: Mytus: what is he going to do when the battle begins? Sweet water and light laughter until next we meet, Aravilar Holistacia Army of Light, Commanding ))
Good Knight 02-24-04, 12:57 PM	The RadiantHeart knights stood side by side. Their armor shining their weapons held ready. They listened intently as Aravilar gave his speech for victory. Keldorn was on a large warhorse banner held high with his Order symbols. Once the speech was given Lord Fircam gave the signal to the trumpet player. The brave woman and men marched off to do their duty.
Elvin Queen 02-24-04, 02:37 PM	The Elvin army had their silvery emerald like long bows standing to the right of them in hand. The bows were almost as tall as the Elvis themselves. Each had on the mystical armor that the elves were famous for. Each with the emblem of the harp on them. “Elvin kinds unite for we seek this day as an example to all who defile are heritage.” With a salute to the queen they all turned to General Aravilar and gave three cheers and they marched off.
DiplomaticSorcerer 02-24-04, 05:23 PM	Camaris flew beside Zollex. "Thank the gods that this battle will begin soon. I was starting to get restless." He noted a group with no protective magic around them and sent a green ray into their ranks, producing a light blue glow on their skin. "I think it's time we softened them up. I'll see you later." He flew toward the keep with his unit at maximum speed. "Now, before we get within sight, I want you to cast improved invisibility on yourselves. It's time for us to start this." Camaris's eyes flashed, and he became invisible. His men did the same. They far above the enemy army. "Now, wait for me to cast, then perform a chain lightning spell when I give the word. I want their ranks to be devastated before they even know we're here. By the way, gentlemen, this is what we've been training for. This is the real thing. People may die. Do your job to the best of your ability, and you may just come out of this unharmed. Aravilar and the rest of the world is counting on us. Don't mess up." He silently flew down closer to the army. He began to cast a spell, muttering indistinct words. He held out his palm, and a small ball of red energy lit up his hand. His face turned a ghastly crimson, and the ball of energy began to grow. Camaris focused on the light. It became amorphous for a moment, then hundreds of small threads of red light snaked out of it. He poured some of his life force into them, making each of them a sentient being. The threads began to snake down toward the army. One by one, they all entered an enemy's head, becoming a part of the soldier's mind. The other soldiers began to notice, firing arrows at Camaris. He gave the command for his men to cast, and the electricity surged all around him, making his hair stand on end. He was now able to feel what each of the soldiers with affected by the spell was thinking and feeling, he was able to tap into their memories, their thoughts, he was able to feel their every worry, and every joy. He was struck with sorrow for them, knowing of their fate. "I am sorry, I do not wish to do this. However, war is war." He clenched his hand, and he felt every life force linked with his being extinguished. "I am sorry, friends." His mind turned back to normality to discover a heated battle. "Back up! Get out of arrow range!" He rose until there were no longer arrows whizzing by him, and then he shouted out. "Continue the attack! I must speak with Aravilar."
sculyblast 02-24-04, 05:46 PM	after waiting a short time, it really started to bother mytus that the precious time got wasted, So he send out Nienses (nih-en-ses) and The Slinger out to furfill plan A :devil:
Finwe 02-24-04, 08:12 PM	A beam of pure white flame blasts down from the sky, landing right near the rest fo the Army of light. It blasts in an enormous explosion, but when the smoke clears, a small contingent of assorted creatures is seen. None of them share any particular trait, save that they all seem to have the same haunting look in their deep black eyed gazes. In their center is a firebird of great proportions. The bird gives a great cry and the entire group begins to cast a slew of spells, many bangs and popings are heard, and sometimes a human takes on a great growth spurt, then silver dragon becomes swaythed in an aura of flame, and some sort of outsider, which looks much like an angel, save without the aura of good, vanishes form sight. Many spells later, the group looks more formidable than a charging tarrasque. A rakshasa belows arcane incantations, an astral deva holds aloft a symbol of light banishing darkness, a titan holds its hammer crakling with teh sound of distant thunder.
Zollex 02-24-04, 11:23 PM	"Good luck, Camaris," Zollex called to his friend. The half-elf turned to his troops. "We will be waiting in reserve here. If the battle goes bad, I want you all ready. Keep your blades at your sides and your eyes open. We may yet see combat on this day!"
Agudo Archmage 02-25-04, 12:10 AM	OOC DM NOTE! The battle will be fought with Savael in control of the Messianica army. any deaths will be FOD by him. The goodnews no one has to change thier posts. Camaris last post is fine we can just alow Savael to say how many of his troops were hurt. I have sent an Email to him and he shall reply soon. The Zhent keep people are NOT under attack by the Light troops. They are traped inside the Keep do to the fact that Savael army was attacking it. Everyone keep up the good work! :pile:
Kheldar Devaentar 02-25-04, 02:35 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif Kheldar smiled in spite of himself. Although he was terribly embarrassed about the appearance of his not-so-frequently-visited study, he was a bit delighted that Kulideb had taken some interest in it. "You're welcome to take a book up with you if you want." Kheldar quickly skimmed through his book collection. There didn't seem to be anything he thought Kulideb would be interested in. Evading traps, how to read people's body language, handwriting. . . Maybe she'd find something. There were a lot of subjects to choose from any way. SNAP! Kheldar discarded his broken ring gate on the floor. It was pretty much useless to him with the other one trapped inside an inescapable cave. Not only that, but the last thing he wanted was his captor go to that cave, and be presented with a portal that lead straight to his house! Of course, that left the question as to whether or not his captor was tracking Kulideb. Kheldar shunned the thought. He didn't want to do anything to her. Agudo, Agudo was different. Kheldar had never really gotten the chance to get to know Agudo. Supposedly the Archmage had known him. Well, no, that wasn't even correct. The was a different Kheldar, with a different set of friends. . . But Kheldar knew Kulideb. He could remember the first time meeting her with her dagger just inches away from his throat. . . Ok, maybe that wasn't a wonderful recollection. . . But there had been comradery between them, at least beyond that initial incident. And now she was a potential threat. Maybe Kheldar ought to find out just how much he could trust her. . . But first. . . Kheldar walked over to the heavy chest beside his desk and pushed aside all the clutter that was on top of the lid. Inside there were a few magical trinkets and some scrolls. Kheldar took out a new set of ring gates, he popped his hand through one and made sure it came out the other. It did. Satisfied, he fashioned one ring gate inside his cloak and placed the other in the corner of his study where it belonged. . . Then it was back to the heavy chest. This time he started rummaging though the scrolls. He knew which one he wanted, it had a symbol of a balanced scale resting on top a warhammer . There it was! Kheldar took it out and read it out loud. It was obvious he was reading out some sort of incantation, but not obvious as to what spell. Kheldar finished the incantation and the writing on the scroll vanished in a puff of ugly, black smoke. . . Kheldar frowned. . . "Dammit, Tyr's always bad luck!" Kheldar tossed away the useless scroll, "I wonder if I have that spell with Tymora's holy symbol on it!" Luckily, Kheldar found the same spell as written by a cleric of Tymora, and read it out load. This time he felt an emanation flow away from him and fill up the entire room. a zone of truth. Neither Kheldar or Kulideb would be able to lie for the duration of the spell. Hopefully Kulideb would answer Kheldar's first question before she realized it. "Sorry about casting those spells. . . Well, spell actually. It didn't work the first time. . . It's just a form of protection, I want to make sure it works before we go up. . . Ummm, Nobody but us knows where here in Waterdeep, right?" Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
sculyblast 02-25-04, 05:37 AM	his time was quick so he had to be brief, while if his time was brief he had to be quick this time his time was brief, only serval hours may pass and whole hillsfar could be on fire, so he had to be quick. he asked some civilians where messianica could be, some send them to the houses of the elder, some send him to the gardens when he finally made his trip to the gardens, there he saw her. "My Lady! " exclamed mytus (aka helator pilesos) "how can you find comfort in walking in these Gardens? War is upon you! you should be preparing battle and defend you Civilians! War may be upon you in less then a day. this is my last offer of alliance, while your needs of alliance is the highest, I have changed our thready in a way you will like it better." mytus quickly took some papers out of his pockets and overhanded them. when messianica read them, she saw the following tekst: hereby declairs the party of the first (that is me), alliance and knowledge of his organisation to the party of the second (that is you) in exchange for the trïbëÚds of the party of the second (that is you), there is no further aplications bounded. sign here. ((OoC: if messianica would ask Mytus what a trïbëÚds is, Mytus would explain her that it's more then word of honor and less then vow of alliance(since it can be broken). ))
Savael 02-25-04, 07:21 AM	Sergeant Lynen was a survivor, in the same way that certain rodents and insects can sense the first tremors of an earthquake ahead of time, so could he tell that something big was going to happen down by the banks of that river that day. He cast a nervous glance back towards the encampments of his men, laid out a few hundred feet from the banks on the other side of the river. The generals plan had been simple, but neat. The footmen and regular soldiery had been camped down near the two closest crossing points of the river. The Teshenflow was a big river he thought as he pulled his blanket closer around him, and if his men could hold the enemy forces there... they could slowly grind the opposition down. Grind, that was the right word for it. It would be like a butchers grinding machine in that cold water when the fighting began, when the enemy came... But he was a sergeant. What did he know? He was only supposed to take orders and make sure his men carried them out “-in the proper fashion expected of them, both in times of war as well as peace” He would receive orders all right, but he didn’t have to like them... He hustled closer to the campfire, feeling the uneasy stares of his men upon him. Soon there would be trouble to bate for, sure as the hells... But then the screaming began, from all around them and yet from no distinct source there were screams and shouts as well as the occasional curse and shouts of orders. His men rose from their positions by the campfire, their blankets throw to the ground as they strapped on their swords and armour, buckled on breastplates and tied firm knots with leather cords. Sergeant Lynen looked up for a moment as what he thought was a flash of red light from up in the sky. It was shortly followed by another one, lighting up a figure high up there in the dark night sky. Wizards! The blasted cowards had mounted magic against them... His foot caught against a figure lying on the ground, a young soldier curled on the ground, his blanket nearly covering him as though he was sleeping... And yet Lynen knew he was dead, you didn’t look like that in the face if you were alive. A look of mild surprise followed by a slow trickle of blood from the nose... but no other marks. He rose slowly from his kneeling position and passed his hand over the dead mans eyes, closing them for the final time. “Sweet Messianica... forgive him” Arrows whistled about him then, as those among them who managed to get their hands on such weaponry in the chaos began putting them to use against the terrors in the sky. A flying figure soaring high above them for but a few seconds, cast alight by the crimson light of some ungodly magic that had so cruelly slain many of his men, without giving them a chance to defend themselves. Such was the price paid for fighting the good fight. "Form ranks lads, form ranks! Pikes up first by the river and archers behind. Just save your arrows now dammit!"
Savael 02-25-04, 07:57 AM	General Jentarson pursed his lips as his eyes scanned the positions of his men. He’d have to assume that the battle would take place after the fall of darkness. Judging by the spectacle of orders and shouts, and the odd flash of red light seen up in the sky, the enemy was putting their magic’s to work... and with some success too it seemed. He strode out of the entrance to his tent and mounted the horse his aides had saddled up for him. it was going to be a long night... A group of Order soldiers marched past, their demeanours and banners held high in the cold night air. His men were shouting orders and curses around him, readying themselves for the coming storm, and yet these fellows were as calm as anything. Their shaven, hairless heads made them seem oddly out of place in their heavy breastplate armours, but what did it matter now... battle was upon them and there would be hell to pay for both sides when dawn broke. He dispatched a messenger to the positions of the siege engines, ordering them to take aim at the fields beyond the river. The enemy might have magic and other fell energies about them, but his catapults had the reach and power of Messianica about them... The enemy rained spells down on his ranks, they rained boulders down upon them... Ranks of men began to take form along the two crossing points of the river. Pikes and swords in front to repel infantry, and archers behind to rain their silent death upon the battle field. The cold waters would host many a body before the night was through. Some ways to the right of him, clerics were casting their spells upon batches of arrows before handing them out to the men. It had been a measure cleverly thought out by those in his ranks dealing with such things. If the combat were to take place by night, his archers would need to see where their arrows should fly, and by the guiding lights of those bolts they would be able to do just that... The Knights of the Order would dispense healing where they could as the men consolidated their losses and marched on to war, leaving their comrades on the ground. Elven magic was indeed a terrible thing, but by the guiding light of Messianica they would the see night true and emerge victorious... “Tell the archers to give them of volley of fire” he ordered, as calm and composed as ever “ready your weapons my brethren, for this eve we fight for what is good and true! There are some things that are worth fighting for in this world. And if the light of dawn and safety of our beloved children is not one of those things then I have little cear as to what is!” he motioned his horse into action as he continued, half to himself “The true point of war is not to die for your country, but to make the other bastard die for his - give them hell boys! ”
DiplomaticSorcerer 02-25-04, 03:43 PM	Originally posted by Agudo Archmage The Zhent keep people are NOT under attack by the Light troops. They are traped inside the Keep do to the fact that Savael army was attacking it. I don't know if you were talking to everyone, or if that was directed at me(either way, 'sokay), but I just wanted to clarify that I attacked Messianica's army, not the Zhentis.
DiplomaticSorcerer 02-25-04, 03:54 PM	Camaris ordered his men to fly a little higher. "Everyone, cast a Ghost Sound, maximum strength. I want to make sure that they can't hear orders for the rest of the day. Pick out a sound, and when I give the signal, I want you to cast the spell, directed down. Ready? GO!" The chaotic deluge of sound met with Camaris's ears, but the army below was hit full force. OOC: I want to apologize to you, Savael. I didn't know that you were going to regulate the battle system.
kulideb 02-25-04, 04:41 PM	The elf was so busy looking at the books that she didnt notice what Kheldar was doing, she did hear his words though. Her hand lingered on how to evade traps, she had spent a while in Genes class, part of the lesson had been on traps and she might find some useful information. As she thought back to the class she needed all the help she could get! She picked up the book and hugged it close to her chest. Kheldar was speaking again, some thing about a spell of protection and if any one knew she was in Waterdeep. She looked up at Kheldar and smiled. "Of course some one knows I'm here, I sent Shady an image just before I stepped through the hoop." She rubbed her head, not sure why she had answered with out thinking. She looked at Kheldar, she had gotten on well with him when they had last met, she had even grown to respect the rouge, she still didnt like the image Branth had sent of Kheldars involvment in Agudos death, but she didnt dout that Branth had sent the truth. She longed to ask Kheldar why? but now was not the time. "This book will be a really useful read, I'm studing rouge skills at Agudos. I still have so much to learn. Well you saw how hopless I was at sneaking up on you back at the light house. You know Agudo, what do you think of him?" She smiled and hugged the book tighter, a spider moved its web broken when she had moved a book.
Agudo Archmage 02-25-04, 11:09 PM	((OOC Camaris you have nothing to apologies for…Your very large and well-made post was terrific… For the record I like it when people make long posts..its shows how much of a good player they are! :angel: Now back to my last post....I made only a minor tweake in who controles the death of the enemy army… Besides if I had problem with anyone I would Email them… I have said it before and I still believe it…Everyone is doing great!)):pile:
Kheldar Devaentar 02-26-04, 04:17 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif "Shady?" Kheldar gave Kulideb a questioning look. "Oh that's right, Duilya has Shadow Buddies, you have Shady." To Kheldar they were all the same, shadowy monsters. How peculiar that both female shadow dancers he knew had decided to give their shadows such silly names. He wondered if Gene had named his. . . Then Kulideb brought up the topic of Agudo. "You know Agudo, what do you think of him?" That was a bit of a tricky question for Kheldar. Yes he had known Agudo, but only long enough to make sure the mage was dead after their first meeting. "Agudo? . . . A good fellow. . . Very friendly and easy to talk to!" Kheldar had to be careful with what he said, he didn't want to say anything about Agudo in past tense. That might raise suspicion if she didn't know already. But with the active zone of truth, he knew he wouldn't be able to talk about the mage in present tense. "Although I can't say I care for his campaign against Messianica." Kheldar could get away with that, it was still Agudo's campaign, regardless if the man was dead or not. "I don't agree with it. Messianica goes into Hillsfar and liberates the city from the evil, tyrannical rule of the Red Wizards. Quite unsurprisingly, the people adore her for it! Then Messianica begins to share her ideas as to how a society could be better run. She tries to format a society where everyone can live happily and be treated as an equal. . . Without much surprise again, the people try to adopt her ideas. . . Hillsfar begins to flourish." "Meanwhile some religious fanatics are upset, One of Messianica's new rules is to abolish deity worship. Messianica proclaims that worshiping gods and goddesses is bondage, and the vast majority of the people agree. You have to understand, these are simple people. They're not clerics and paladins who constantly bathe in the holy light of their gods. All they want is peace. If their savoir says abolish deity worship, they'll agree to it!" "The mayors of local towns an cities begin to see how well Messianica's society works and they start to adopt it. The people of the cities are happy and Messianica gains a greater following. But with this grater following, also comes a greater list of enemies. Religious people are absolutely livid. They proclaim that Messianica is corrupting the country side with her evil. Word gets around, and suddenly an angry mob entitled "The Army of Light" is created. No doubt entitled what it is because it was founded by Paladins and Clerics. Never mind that they're angry and seeking vengeance." "And so we have this situation. Agudo's army starts stampeding through towns proclaiming to liberate them and bring them justice. Naturally, The people reject the army. They're quite happy with living life the way Messianica proposed." Kheldar frowns "You have to be in one of Messianica's towns to really understand it. . ." "Any way, to make a long story short, the army doesn't take this rejection very well. So. . . the 'Army of the Light' immediately commences in butchering as much as the town as they see fit." Kheldar shudders. "Where you there to see it Kulideb? I was! I experienced the whole bloody slaughter during a short excursion to Daggerfalls! When I first arrived at that town I was welcomed in by some of the happiest villagers I've ever seen grace the Earth! After Agudo and his troops came to town I saw those happy villagers with their faces in the ground! You couldn't walk down mainstreet without dunking your foot in a thick layer of blood! Can you imagine that Kulideb? And it wasn't just the town guard that had been slaughtered. Fathers, mothers, children that couldn't be much higher than your knees! . . It was horrible. . . After the initial massacre Agudo's army started poking around for survivors which they immediately enslaved!" Kheldar shook his head. "Now that angry mob is scourging the country side. You saw what that Elven mage did to that forest! That's only an example of how reckless this Army of the Light is! I just know there's going to be more innocent bloodshed before it's finished." Kheldar frowned. . . What the hell was he saying? Kulideb needed her rest and he needed a sandwich! "Well those are my honest thoughts. . . You can be rest assured they're honest because that spell I casted before was a spell that protects against lying. . . If you doubt it try and say a simple lie. . . you wont be able to get it out." Kheldar stepped up to the wooden door and knocked four times on it. Two spaced apart knocks, then two quick knocks. There was a heavy clicking sound. Kheldar frowned, that wasn't right. "On top of that note, before I let you upstairs I need to hear you promise you'll never give out the location of this place. . . I'm sure you can imagine for a number of reasons why a rogue such as myself doesn't want people knowing where he keeps his belongings. . ." Kheldar tried knocking on the door again, this time it produced a heavier CLICK. Kheldar almost jumped back. Where they going to be trapped down in his study!??!? Trapped or killed depending on how the next attempt went. He nervously looked at the ceiling and walls and bit his lip. It was two spaced out knocks, then two quick knocks, he was sure of it! "The only reason I risked you coming here at all is I didn't want to see any harm come to you. . ." Ok, so he didn't want to see any harm come to HIM either, but that was beyond the point! "So, will you keep this place a secret? Can I trust you?" Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
kulideb 02-26-04, 07:47 AM	Well no clues there the elf thought to herself as Kheldar spoke about Agudo. She listerend as he spoke about Messinaca, her eyes almost lit up. "I have met her." she said before she could stop herself. "I must admit, I find the whole war thing strange." Her tummy gave a rummble and the small elf blushed. She would love to talk some more about Messianica, she had to keep reminding her self that this man could be Agudos killer. Kheldar was speaking again, some thing about a truth spell. "I thought it was for protection! well I guess it is your home. I promise I wont tell any one." she said with a smile. Of course who Shady tells is up to him she thought.
Finwe 02-26-04, 03:05 PM	I pmed my post to the Army of light commanders - 'tis not for the eyes of just anyone.
Kheldar Devaentar 02-26-04, 05:53 PM	((Sheesh, after that monster of a post can't I be allowed one spelling mistake in my title!?!? :) Besides, lets examine Finwe's last post: fo should be of popping is spelled with 3 P's swathed doesn't have a Y in it it's "vanishes from sight," not "vanishes form sight" bellows is spelled with 2 L's crackling is spelled with 2 C's the is not spelled t-e-h. And if ya consider the length of each post, I believe Kheldar's would come out with the better ratio. :) (I know, I'm a geek) So don't bug me about my "holly!" lol. Besides, I spelled holy right in the actual post, doesn't that count for something? And what's with all these secret plans? We're not going to meta game. Many of us are actually quite capable of "role-playing!!" For example, a meta-gaming Kheldar would say. "Oh yeah, Shady can't tell anyone where this place is too!" But instead. . .)) http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif Kheldar smiles back. Perhaps he could trust Kulideb. "I don't know if the war is strange, but it certainly brings out the worst in people!" To Kulideb's credit, she was a lot harder than Kheldar thought! She had hardly flinched at the news of the dead villagers in Daggerfalls. . . He knew it had certainly bothered him! And he was a trained killer! . . . Another curious thing was Kulideb's meeting with his employer, Messianica. . . But any questions about Messianica in a zone of truth might very well lead to a confession! Kheldar focused his attention back on the wooden door. Knock. . . . . . Knock. . . . . . Knock. . Knock. . . Click. That was the sound Kheldar was looking for! The margin of error he allowed on that door was dreadfully too low. He'd have to get around to changing it. . . maybe he could do that after he cleaned his study. The wooden door opened up to a set of spiraling brick stairs. It only went up enough to allows a 90 degree bend though, then it stopped at another wooden door. "Oh Gods!" * * * When Kheldar and Kulideb finally got upstairs he showed her to the bedroom of the house and fetched some new sheets. He made sure the bed was so well covered in clean sheets that you couldn't smell the dust unless you pressed your face ring into the mattress! All the pillows in the house were covered with dust though, so Kheldar left it up to Kulideb whether she wanted one or not. Not long after everything was set up, Kheldar's stomach roared just about as fiercely as a charging tarrasque! "You, shad ap," Kheldar looked down towards his stomach. "I'm feeding you. . . now!" And with that the rogue stepped out of the bed room and made his way towards his kitchen. Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
Finwe 02-26-04, 06:22 PM	Hey, I typed that post after I had two three hour flights, and the night before I had gotten only two hours of sleep. P.S. I out-geek you
sculyblast 02-26-04, 06:23 PM	((Ooc: certainly I am the one making the most spelling errors, then why did no one ever corrected me? is this the proof that no one of you ever reads my posts and just ignores the, ));)
Finwe 02-26-04, 06:45 PM	Edit: hey, why is there like a big gap between this post and my last one?
Messianica the Savior 02-26-04, 10:11 PM	http://nwn.unforgottenrealms.net/downloads/portraits/lyn05_lg.jpg She was not alone in her conversation with Judas, for Mytus had come seeking his heart desire. Slowly turning away after asking what Judas wanted, Messianica cleared her teary eyes and gave a radiant smile to Mytus. “Why hello Mytus I see you have returned” She walks closer to him and takes the paper. “Yet my dear sweet friend, I must ask you once again who are these allies? Yes I know you said they were very secretive and I do want friends in are cause. Never the less I must say I see little use in your help, until they show themselves. What do you say friend? Is it time to see your powerful army”
aravilar_holistacia 02-26-04, 10:40 PM	Aravilar looked out over the battlefield, the occasional flash of light and spell effect lighting up the valley floor. "Khaira, my lady, it seems the enemy is doing less than I thought they would," Aravilar pointed out. There was a noticeable pause before Aravilar noted, "My lady Elisa, advance in three columns and execute attack plans." The words echoed silently across space and time... reaching the Queen's ears on swift wings. "Now we wait and see what happens..." Aravilar said, pointing to a platoon of mages. "You there, mages! Cast a few metaspells into that column of soldiers, there...." Aravilar directed fire into the front ranks of the enemy. After that volley was complete, Aravilar raised his eyes to the skies and said, "Keya..." Silence was his reply.
Khaira 02-26-04, 11:46 PM	She looks up into the skies, letting out a deep breath. "Agudo ... if you're up there ... stay with us now. This is for you..." She then turns to Aravilar, fierce fire glinting in her eyes. Gone is compassion, kindness, or mercy towards the opposing army. "No number of spells, prayers, or fighter shall keep my wrath from them. I long to cause them to suffer long deaths before I let them die, as they did to Agudo." Her eyes are glazed over, keeping in any sign of emotion, her expression grim and determined. "Now is reckoning day. I hope the cowards show themselves soon; if they think they have seen death before, let them just wait..." She licks the flat end of one of her blades as her keen, emerald-colored eyes watch the horizon as she waits for the opposing army to show themselves.
Kheldar Devaentar 02-27-04, 04:00 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif Kheldar made his way into the kitchen. Boy would it be good to get something in his stomach! He approached one of his dusty cupboards and opened it. Inside the cupboard was a magnificent feast that seemed to go on forever! There was fresh turkey, ham, bread, wine, cheese, soup, pudding. Anything Kheldar could possibly ever want was lying there right before him! Kheldar shrugged, he wanted a sandwich, and unfortunately that didn't come on the pre-made menu. He grabbed some bread slices and a generous cut of ham, then turned around and closed the cupboard door with his foot. After a bit of wiping down with his forearm, the bread was placed on the kitchen counter and the ham on a cutting board. Kheldar wondered where he kept his knives. . . he had lived in so many places that home didn't really seem any more home to him than an Inn. Ah, he had knives in his haversack. He quickly dove his hand into his ring gate, thought knife, and took his hand out of the ring gate. Out came the black, thinaun dagger that carried Agudo's soul. Kheldar blinked at the dagger, then smiled. He had long since wiped off the mage's blood, why not use it to make himself a ham sandwich? * * * And what a good ham sandwich it was! Remarkably filling too. That was sometimes the strange thing with magically conjured food. . . It was very filling, but never seemed to stay that way for very long. Well, it would serve until his next meal. . . His stomach was satisfied at the moment at any rate. . . He should probably get some work done. He walked across the dust covered floor of his filthy house to his broom closet and took out an old, decrepit, jalopy of a broom. He sighed, tonight was going to be a really long night. Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
sculyblast 02-27-04, 05:33 AM	mytus look at messianica with his smile. "my lady, I will never bring you a army of great numbers, since such one will only die in battle and won't bring near any powers of the army of light. you might have overseen my compandions here, let me introduce you to: Breadner, A tactical genius, master of the trap and above all wonderfull battle-teacher. and Senis, a master of the unseen and a loyaal spy. two more compendions I took allong, but they are allready preparing the first plan I had instore for the army of light. ((Pm me for details on my plans If you wish to be informed about them.)) they are The Slinger and nienses(nih-en-ses) they are both great wariors." mytus paused to take some breath and maybe here the reply of messianica on this. but briefly he continued. "but you ask for our orgin and you shall be answered, since we are low on time I give you the short version. our organisation was founded by a alliance made between drow and human, slowly the alliance made a secret code langue which connected the two sides better then any other alliance, they became a organisation. after years many joined use, then one they a part of the organisations allies betrail us and more then the half of our organisation was slaughtered, since they most information about the organisation is only available when a allies's superior has confirmed the alliance with his/her trïbëÚds Btw the word trïbëÚds is related to the word trïbëúDuDe which means "true friend" but we must hurry time has by past us, may I ask your premission to take place as hillsfar's second in command, I don't want anyone to get hurt in this war." mytus answered his speech and hope that messianica would just sign the contract so he could stard his plans
kulideb 02-27-04, 03:37 PM	Kulideb followed Kheldar into the bed room. "You have a nice home, just needs a maid!" she said with a grin. After Kheldar had finished making the bed and had left, the elf sat down. She patted the pillow sending up a little cloud of dust. She hugged her knees to her chest. She thought about the war, of friends that might be lost. Of the people who had already been killed at Daggerfalls. A tear began to roll down her face. She thought about her own family of seeing the death and destruction that the war with the phaerimms had bought about. She only knew one way to deal with her feelings and that was to shut them out, to not linger over them. She was getting mournful, she rubbed her eyes hoping they didnt look to red. She made her way to the kitchen and watched as Kheldar selected a knife. "Hello, mind if I join you in a bite to eat?" She moved forward and picked up the bread, holding out her hand for the knife so that she could cut a slice.
aravilar_holistacia 02-27-04, 05:26 PM	Originally posted by Khaira She looks up into the skies, letting out a deep breath. "Agudo ... if you're up there ... stay with us now. This is for you..." She then turns to Aravilar, fierce fire glinting in her eyes. Gone is compassion, kindness, or mercy towards the opposing army. "No number of spells, prayers, or fighter shall keep my wrath from them. I long to cause them to suffer long deaths before I let them die, as they did to Agudo." Her eyes are glazed over, keeping in any sign of emotion, her expression grim and determined. "Now is reckoning day. I hope the cowards show themselves soon; if they think they have seen death before, let them just wait..." She licks the flat end of one of her blades as her keen, emerald-colored eyes watch the horizon as she waits for the opposing army to show themselves. Aravilar nodded. "The Army has already engaged them, but they seem to be too far away for us to be too concerned right now..."
Messianica the Savior 02-28-04, 03:14 AM	http://nwn.unforgottenrealms.net/downloads/portraits/lyn05_lg.jpg “Well Helator Pilesos your words and friends intrigue me.” Messianica says sweetly as she saunters over to Pilesos. Putting her hands along his shoulders; she gives a pleasing smile. Then very slowly Messianica bats her eyelashes and rubes his arms. “ All I as is that during the battle at the Tesh river were my army fights. Your people kidnap Elisa Queen of the Elves and bring her to me. Messianica puts her hands down and looks away sadly. “Tell your friends to help me and I shall sign a contract with you. But only after they succeed.”
Kheldar Devaentar 02-28-04, 03:52 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif Kheldar blinked. One of Kulideb's cheeks were wet. He wondered what that was all about. . . "Umm, no, not at all." Kulideb gestured for the evil, black knife that contained Agudo's soul. It gleamed wickedly in the low light of Kheldar's house. It thirsted for souls. Devoured souls! Needed souls!!! . . .It was also pretty good at cutting ham! . . "Here ya go." Kheldar handed Kulideb the knife. His face looked concerned, but not about the thinaun dagger. It was that moist spot on Kulideb's cheek, and the slight redness around her eyes. "Did you decide to go with the pillow in the end?" Kheldar half smiled. "I warned you you might get dust in your eyes. . . It sure sucks doesn't it?" Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
sculyblast 02-28-04, 06:14 AM	mytus looked at Senis, "THis shouldn't be a to hard job for you would it? Let me figure out a plan which such a high one in existance would bit." mytus turned to messianica In the mean while, Messianica, can Breadner have your allowance so he may procudeed in involving defeding plans?" when messianica gave him the positive answer (I assume that she will say "yes") mytus turned to Breadner and told him to get to work. "Oke Senis I got something.. " he wispered some thing to senis and senis left. He turned back to messianica and then said. ""My lady it is a pleasure working with you, But we are still running on unmade promisses, could you please sign" *holds up the papers*
kulideb 02-28-04, 06:37 AM	Kulideb wiped her face with the back of her sleeve. "Yepp...the dust." she gave Kheldar a gratefull smile. She took the black handled knife, it felt strange in her hand but the elf put that down to the fact she hadnt used it before. She began to cut a thick slice of bread. "Are you going to join in this war?" she asked turning back to kheldar, the knife waving in her hand innocently.
Elvin Queen 02-28-04, 11:06 AM	Receiving modified orders from General Availar the Queen sends her troops into battle formation. “Arrows ready, use the heritage of the trees my Elvin kin. Let us tell of this day long after the lesser races have turned to dust.” The Elvin Archers broke into an orderly run bringing about the flank of part of the enemy army. Like most Elves they were one with the bow. Shooting three arrows to every one at them. The Army of Messianica was disciplined and more fanatical than they thought. Each hit on the enemy only bolstered the religious fanatics blood lust. Some with two to four arrows in them, still stood hacking away at her long-lived Elvin army. “Captain lets brake the ranks of these false believers of this despicable savior Messianica, and charge them with are horses." She looked on for just a small moment then added. "For are troops need help down there.” The captain blew the horn and everyone including the Queen charged down the hill at the far end of the Messianica army. “ooc picture the lords of the ring movie with this charge. By the way its ok if Mytus trys to kidnap Elisa. I am willing to play along.”
Good Knight 02-29-04, 01:50 AM	“Solders ready for action the battle has begun. Shields up! Arrows incoming “ Keldorn was hit fast by several arrows he was thrown from his warhorse as he gave orders. “Fircam?” Came one of his aids. “Healer we need a healer” It was brutel the enemy not only shot arrows but large rocks from the war machines. Many solders died in that moment, but they would not be the last as the fight raged on
aravilar_holistacia 02-29-04, 01:34 PM	Aravilar mentally sent a message to the Unit Commanders. Elisa, Keldorn, Finwe, Zollex, Camaris: Execute attack plans. Aravilar smiled to Khaira and said, "Now we will see how the Army of Messianica will fare against our strategy." [ooc: This means attack using the plans I sent you all.]
Savael 02-29-04, 01:34 PM	The sound of battle filled the air around Sergeant Lynen like a locust swarm. The muffled cries from the wounded and the familiar ring of steel upon steel were all around him, blocking out nearly everything else. It was chaos... The evening sky overhead was filled with swiftly moving pin-points of light, light-enchanted arrows, soaring off towards the other side of the river... It was beautiful... Sergeant Lynen stood still for a few moments then, his face turned upwards. He was completely unaware of his surrounding as he admired the pin-points of light over head... like the fire-flies... back home. Just then a horrible roaring sound, quickly followed by a cacophony of screams and the hot, pungent blast of torn flesh brought him back to more pressing matters. A fireball had just torn a fiery swath through the ranks of soldiers to his left, leaving behind a series of smouldering and burning carcasses in it’s wake. The amount of magic the enemy were throwing their way was terrifying! He could see it in some of his men’s faces... The terror of witnessing the arcane forces directed at them all to visible in their eyes. “Hold on people!” he bellowed at the top of his voice to make himself heard over the din “hold the damn line, don’t let them through!” The men in his force were arranged in 3 neat ranks, defending themselves against the onslaught of the enemy army by the points of their spears and strengths of their shields. The first ranks of the enemy had engaged them now, at both of the rivers crossing points. He only hoped the defences would hold, the way these people were throwing themselves at them... He shook his head a few times, he had seen the grim realities of war oh so many times before. This was nothing different. He went back to bellowing orders at his men, barely able to hear his own voice over the horrible noise of the battlefield... Suddenly, the long shrill note of a horn being blown sounded from the enemy side of the river, and the ground shook with the pounding of hundreds of charging horses, the battle-cry of their riders resounding in the air as they sped off towards them... The ensuing clash of man and horse yielded an impressive spectacle of screams of men and whinnying of horses, and Commander Jentarson watched with mounting concern as some of the ranks hit the hardest slowly began to break and fall away. He raised a gauntleted fist in the air and watched with some satisfaction as two of the groups of Order soldiers he had held in reserve up until now marched steadily forward to fill up the hole in his ranks. Some of them dispensed healing magic’s where it was needed, their touch blessed with the healing energies of faith as rallying the retreating men to sally forth once more... Jentarson just hoped it would be enough. Despite his efforts here, he could see all to well which way this battle would go in the end if the enemy continued to use their knowledge of the arcane powers as they did. Another boulder soared high in the sky overhead, and the High Commander Jentarson, peered out across the battlefield. He would step in himself if necessary, he hadn’t made it to the rank of General without being able to prove himself in combat when needed.
Khaira 02-29-04, 08:59 PM	She clenches her swords until her knuckles turn white, as she listens to the sounds of battle. "All of this waiting...it is just about enough to drive on mad!" She then turns to Aravilar at his comment to her. "The Army has already engaged them, but they seem to be too far away for us to be too concerned right now..." "Well then, let us make it our concern! I hate standing here while our men die in the most influential battle of this war!"
aravilar_holistacia 02-29-04, 09:05 PM	"Hillsfar is still going to be our goal, Headmistress," Aravilar pointed out. He drew his moonblade and said, "But, if you wish, we may head to the fray and do some more direct attacking." The mage opened a portal and said, "Shall we, my lady?" He waited expectantly for the Headmistress to enter the portal.
Zollex 02-29-04, 10:44 PM	Zollex recieved Aravilar's mental message. "That's it! Everyone, on your feet!" he ordered. "We're being called!" The bladesingers formed into ranks behind thier commander. "We're going to be doing some fighting. March!" The bladesinger unit began marching towards the enemy.
Messianica the Savior 03-01-04, 12:34 AM	http://nwn.unforgottenrealms.net/downloads/portraits/lyn05_lg.jpg Messianica was pleased at Helator Pilesos people moving quickly at his command. “I understand your wants Helator; everyone has needs of some kind. The people want food, shelter and freedom. Yours is this contract” She sat down smelled the roses in the garden. “I will do as you ask and sign some kind of contract with you, once the Elvin Queen is here.”
Branth 03-01-04, 07:41 AM	*Flap. Flap. Flap. Flap. Flap. Flap.* The only sound near Reaching Branth's ears today are the Flapping of his own wings as he wings it to Waterdeep. So far in the last day he has been attacked by hawks, chased off a meal by a pack of wolves, had arrows shot at him by angery villagers, and that doesn't even count the mental arguements going on this whole time! o O(Can't this go any faster, we're not gaining any time here you know. Goin fast as can! Shut UP! No, some one needs to spur you on. Now get those cobwebs out of your head and move faster! Only cobweb in head is You. I move fast just to get you out! ) Branth picks up speed as the city of Waterdeep comes into sight.. o O(Now thats better....... ) ((Editted so the time frame makes sense!)) :embarrass
kulideb 03-01-04, 03:39 PM	Shady was very much at home in the shadow plane, the elf wasnt talking to him, but she was allowing him to see through her eyes. She didnt seem to see much that was of any use the spider thought. Still it felt it ought to send some thing to Branth. The umbra spider sent the image of Kulideb crying, of Kheldar holding a black handled knife. There the spider thought, now I can go have some fun teasing halflings!
Khaira 03-01-04, 08:06 PM	With a very malicious grin at the thought of the upcoming excitement, Khaira takes a step before the portal. "It is time for some fun now..." With that, she practically leaps through the portal...
Leetah 03-02-04, 07:37 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongleetah.gif "HEALER!!! HEALER!!! OH GODS!!! PLEASE!!! PLEASE WE-NOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!" Leetah let out a horrified cry as she watched a team of men carrying a wounded soldier get crushed by a gigantic boulder! A cloud of dust and debris washed over the girl as the blood stained ground all around her began to quake uncontrollably! "Leetah? LEETAH!?!? WHERE ARE YOU!?" the distressed voice of her mentor was just barely audible over deafening roar of combat. "Over here Sir!" Leetah coughed as she blindly tried to navigate her way through the heavy debris. "Leetah!" Kanziel wrapped her arms around her protecting, relieved to see that she was okay. "Heavens Leetah! Don't scare me like that! I feared you were crushed by that damned boulder!" Leetah stood in her instructor's embrace shaking violently. Her wide eyes stared at the boulder only a few yards away that had snuffed the life out of desperate men relying on her aid. "Leetah," Kanziel gave the priestess a gentle shake. "Do not grieve for the souls of the dead quite yet. Sorrow is a luxury that can not be afforded on the battle field. I need you to remain strong. Do you understand?" Leetah quickly nodded her head, half-successfully forcing back her tears. "Good. . .Commander Keldorn's been grievously wounded and is awaiting divine aid. Report back to his unit as soon as possible. Refrain from healing any wounded soldiers along the way." Leetah let out a gasp and stared at Knaziel as if he had just ordered her to stop breathing! "I know it sounds heartless Leetah, but we can't afford to lose an officer! If you stop to heal every injured man along the way you may not make it in time. Please Leetah. Go! We've already wasted too much time as it is!" And with that, Kanziel released his hold on Leetah and disappeared back into the brunt of the battle, casting powerful protection spells over the Army of Light's men and divine healing on the broken bodies of few. ". . .I won't disappoint you Sir. . ." Wiping away the few tears that had managed to dampen her cheeks, Leetah turned around and dashed towards Keldorn's unit. * * * Missile fire was particularity heavy by Keldorn's men! Angry quarrels rained death all across the battle field as Leetah pushed herself towards the wounded officer. Several men had spotted the determined girl, as well as the nasty arrow that had sunk deeply into her shoulder blade, and formed a human shield around her. "Thank you for coming Miss! Lord Keldorn's just up ahead! He's lost a lot of blood but he's still breathing. If we hurry. . ." Leetah really couldn't hear what the man was trying to tell her. Half of what he was saying was blocked out by her loud panting and the other half was lost by the screaming of men all around her. Too many men were falling to the accursed arrows that were blanketing the area! Leetah couldn't stand watching all these men die! "STOP!" Leetah wheezed as the men around her dragged her forward. "STOP! PLEASE!" The soldier that had been talking to her orders the men to stop and glances at her uneasily. He was clearly in a hurry to get to Keldorn as quickly as possible, this sudden stop puzzled him. "Miss? Are you too injured to go on? Why have you called this stop?" Rather then answer the concerned soldier's question, Leetah raised her hands above her head and began to whisper a complex incantation. After a few seconds, strong winds began to swirl along the priestess's body, tossing her wavy blond hair and long brown dress all about her. Clapping her hands together loudly, Leetah completed the spell. "Wind Wall!" A surge of energy burst from the girl's finger tips and created a vast transparent barrier of strong winds. The air howled fiercely above Keldorn's men as the majority of the arrow fire raining down on them was briskly repelled away. Artwork copyright © 2003, Christopher C. Quigley
aravilar_holistacia 03-02-04, 08:17 AM	Originally posted by Khaira With a very malicious grin at the thought of the upcoming excitement, Khaira takes a step before the portal. "It is time for some fun now..." With that, she practically leaps through the portal... Aravilar had only seen such brutal battle once; the Armies of Darkness, that had been attacking Myth Drannor, were just as fierce. "My lady, over there!" Aravilar called sending a blast of spellfire towards an onrushing enemy soldier. "Another!" the mage called, stabbing upward with his moonblade into the ribs of another soldier. The mage then said, "Up!" and he levitated several feet over the crowded battlefield. From here, it was obvious the Army of Light was repelling the enemy attacks... And the enemy Army was being pushed towards the River. Soon, their back would be to the sea, and... Aravilar's pensieve thought was shattered quite abruptly by a fireball smashing into his right side. The flames were lessened by the many abjurations on his skin and person, but they were no less forceful. The mage fell to the ground and stayed there for a moment. He jumped back up and said, calling to Keldorn with ethereal magic, "My lord Keldorn, attack with your forces to the east of the army." But there was no reply. Aravilar sighed and said, "My lady Headmistress, I will return posthaste!" With that, Aravilar disappeared and reappeared near the fallen Keldorn. "Good gods!" Aravilar said, rushing to the fallen knight's side. "You there, healer!" When the girl did not hear him, Aravilar called, "Priestess! Come quickly!" Aravilar's four-starred rank was pinned to his collar, still gleaming innocently in the night air. Many soldiers were looking at him in awe; this was the closest to the Army Commander they had ever been. "Stop your gawking and form a defensive perimeter!" the commander called, sharply ordering the soldiers to continue the defense of Keldorn. "Priestess of Pelor, your services are needed here!" the archmage called again. Aravilar Holistacia, Chosen of Mystra and Deputy Headmaster of the School of Light and Magic, stood there, amidst the fighting and the battle cries and the sword-slashing, and he blinked his mismatched blue and grey eyes. "Priestess of the Sun, your commander needs tending!" he cried again.
aravilar_holistacia 03-02-04, 09:11 AM	((OOC: @Leetah: Like the chapter title?)) OOC: Hiya, everyone. I get a day off from school because my bus didn't come. How stupid is that? :rolleyes: Anyway, I thought I would make an OOC post to sort some things out. First, rank structure: Supreme Allied Commander (*****): Khaira Amastacia (Formerly: Agudo) Army Commander (Tactical) (****): Aravilar Holistacia Formation Commander (***): Queen Elisa, Lord Keldorn, Finwe Unit Commander (**): Zollex Kiirstacia, Camaris Dulsaer Platoon Commander (*): Kulideb, Emeraldeyes, Angel, (and I'm assuming) Leetah Explanations: Khaira was promoted to Supreme Allied Commander because of her position as the Headmistress of the School. I maintain my position as the Army Commander and retain full tactical command of the Army of Light. All other positions have been left unchanged. New Appointment: Leetah, thank you for joining the Army of Light! Your post allows me to add you into the rank structure as a one star (*) lieutenant. Second, timeline: The battle for the River Tesh should be coming to an end soon. All posts regarding the battle at the River should be made prior to Wednesday, March 3, 2004 at 0300 hrs GMT. At (or around) that time, I will be petitioning the Lord Agudo for his assessment of the outcome of the battle. @Savael: If you have any more maneuvers to conduct, please do so now. @All personnel of rank (**) and higher: Please conclude your maneuvers prior to the above prescribed time and date. If you have not posted before that time, don't worry! All strategies have been sent to Agudo, and he will take them into account. @Zollex: Consider this the --go-- for your attack. @Keldorn: Don't you die, now! :P @Elisa: The enemy needs to be at the river soon, my lady. @Khaira: Congratulations on your promotion, my lady. :bow: @Leetah: Thank you for posting :D @Agudo: When you get this, please email/PM me. :) @Finwe: Go ahead and attack, Fin. :D @Camaris: Ready to blow them up, DS? :D Thank you for your cooperation, everyone! :D Aravilar Holistacia Army Commander (****)
Branth 03-02-04, 09:56 AM	Branth was in Waterdeep searching for Kheldar's home, when he suddenly got a picture from Kulideb's spider, Shady! o O(Thats it! Thats the dager! We have to get it.......ZGods is he using it to...Slice bread? Eeww. Not nice. We get it now. ) Branth follows his senses to the rough location of Kheldars house. With a frusterated chirp he relizes he can't exactly find a way into Kheldars house! He tries despertly then decides to send Kulideb a picture. Branth A house.. Branth looking into windows Branth trying to get in.. Branth looking into windows.. He sits on the roof across the street and waits to see if Kulideb will be able to help him. ((OOC: Sending out PM's here, so heads up!.))
Branth 03-02-04, 09:56 AM	(Last editted because I could) :angel: :angel: :angel:
sculyblast 03-02-04, 01:35 PM	((Ooc:)) THe Queen, did you recieve my PM, I would like to stard working on this as soon as possible. to Ava: is Aravilar totally forgotten about the existance of mytus?
aravilar_holistacia 03-02-04, 02:35 PM	OOC: Course not, sculy; would you be thinking about Mytus if you were in the midst of a battle? :rolleyes: :P
kulideb 03-02-04, 02:40 PM	The elf put the knife down, and placed the bread on a plate. She was just abut to pick the plate up when she recived the images from Branth, dam! she had promised not to let any one know where Kheldars house was. She closed her eyes, and called out to shady. ~Shady jump to the bed room, help Branth~ She picked up the plate and looked at Kheldar. "Now where were we?" Shady found himself in the bedroom that kulideb had been in earlier. The umbra spider made his way over to the window, did the elf expect him to open it! He cast a simple spell, outling the window with faiery fire, harmless but pretty. He sent an image to Branth of a window outlined in purple faiery fire.
Savael 03-02-04, 02:43 PM	The easternmost sky was draped in colours of gold and red as the sleek keels and proud sails of a fleet of ships cut ever closer to the shores of the Moonsea, and the outflow of the Teshenflow river... The crew and passengers of those ships, some with sails of neutral white, others crimson red and many other colours, sped daintily across the cold, clear, purplish waters of the Moonsea. Battle-songs and war-cries weaving their tunes across the decks, bolstering moral. Men and women of trusted swords and willing harts, mercenary’s all... Mercenary’s in the service of Hillsfar. They had answered the call when he had issued it. A call to arms. A call to glory. A call to battle. Savael, standing on the main deck of the largest of the ships - a galley bearing the name of Perseverance – felt a surge of pride rush through him as he wrapped another leather band tightly around his gauntleted wrist. This was his army, these men were under his direct command. Their presence here this day was his doing... Orc chief’s, mercenary companies and pirate lords had all thrown their lots with his superior in exchange for their shear of Hillsfars treasury, a treasury filled with profits earned by the city’s former ruler. A shrewd Wizard by the name of Maalthiir. The man had certainly known how to make a profit, Savael reasoned, even if he hadn’t foreseen the attack of Messianica’s cultists in time to stop it. Oh well, some you win, and some you loose. The fighting near the shore looked thick, to say the least, as several plumes of inky black smoke rose to the sky amidst the scurrying forms of soldiers. It seemed as though they had arrived, as the scholars said, in the nick of time. Crude wooden ships of orcish design, lithe and speedy ships favoured by those of the piratical profession, and the proud, almost regal visages of the ships maintained by the city of Hillsfar itself together broke the last vestiges of the early morning mists that lingered across the Moonsea’s waters as they, side by side, came upon the shores of the rivers outlet. And battle... Savael issued the order to make landfall, and as his assorted aides spread the news he entered one of the galleys lighter beach-headed barges and soon began making his way towards the shore to aid the beleaguered forces of Hillsfar. OOC: I’m awfully sorry about this Aravilar, but I’m taking the liberty of using the final cards I’ve got up my sleeve to put Hillsfars residential mercenary navy into play... I am well aware that this might well come to topple some of your rather well-laid plans to end this battle by Wednesday, but that’s just what I get for not doing this anytime sooner. Yours sincerely. Savael.
aravilar_holistacia 03-02-04, 02:54 PM	OOC: Thank you for falling into my trap, Sav. :D:D Aravilar heard a chime in the distance, his perpetual sending triggered by the approach of ships to the shores of the Moonsea. OOC: Yes. I had this planned WAYYYY! in advance. Go find the entry in the FRCS about the underwater elven Mythal-city in the Sea of Fallen Stars/Moonsea area. *nodnod* Sorry, Savael, but there are just too many allies in this war to allow you to make that kind of reinforcement. :P "The Bells, the Bells, the Bells of Sashelas!" Aravilar cried out, sending his message to the worthy ears of the one who knew exactly what he meant. The archmage smiled and sent to Khaira, "The enemy is landing on the shores. Send the remainder of our reserve mages to cover their landing, and DESTROY THEM!" Aravilar then sent to Camaris, "Use the spells I showed you, Camaris! DEFEND THAT SHORELINE!" The mage still hovered over the body of Keldorn, waiting for a reply.
Savael 03-02-04, 04:30 PM	Erm... right. Just as long as your not too upsett about it...
Leetah 03-02-04, 04:32 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongleetah.gif "Priestess of the Sun, your commander needs tending!" "I'm coming." Practically being dragged the rest of the way, Leetah flopped down beside Kheldorn and ran her eye along his wounds. Several arrows had riddled the Formation Commander's front and a nasty gash was weeping blood from behind Keldorn's head. Craddeling the commander's head in her arms, the cleric released her first spell. "Cure Light Wounds." The wound behind the commander's head sealed, but the rest of his injuries looked unaffected. Gently lowering Keldorn's head to the ground, Leetah began to carefully remove the arrows protruding from the commander's front. As she did so, she called out orders to the rest of the men. "Please bring me as many wounded soldiers to this area as you can. Do not try to remove the arrows in them unless you know how to properly do so. Please work quickly." A few men dispersed quickly to look for wounded soldiers while the others either remained to see how Lord Keldorn was doing, or waited for Commander Aravilar to confirm the Cleric's order. Turning her attention back to Keldorn, Leetah removed the final arrow and placed her hands back on any exposed flesh of the commander's she could see. "Heal!" Waves of positive energy washed over Keldorn's body, restoring the man to perfect health. Smiling as soon as she sees the commander begin to Stir, Leetah topples on top of him, the arrow in her shoulder blade sticking directly up into the sky. * * * "PRISMATIC SPHERE!!!" A colourful dome surrounds the unit Kanziel was a part of as another boulder comes crashing down towards them. Upon making contact with the dome, the boulder burst into dust, showering nearby units with a thick layer of debris. As soon as the debris settles, Kanziel pulls out a dreaded looking rod and taps the surface of the magical dome with it. The Prismatic Sphere shatters from existence as his men resume their charge towards the enemy. Kanziel smiled contently. Soon this battle will be over. These poor fools don't stand a chance against us. Still smiling, Kanziel heard the bellowing of horns and turned his head towards the direction of their blaring! The confident smirk was wiped off his face as fleets of enemy battle ships began docking along the coast and poured out fresh legions of warriors into the fray. "Danmit!!!" *Edit* Loud explosions could be heard from beneath the sea as numerous enemy ships began to capsize. Orcs and mercenaries alike screamed in horror as their impressive navy was slowly being picked apart. However, despite the valiant efforts of the Army Of Light's allies, enemy troops continued to pour out of numerous docking ships and into the battle; more than enough to potentially turns the tides of the encounter. (( Thanks for the Into Aravilar! Sorry about taking the liberty of claiming that enemy troops are pouring into the fray, but this battle is coming across as way too one-sided to me. I want to see some drama here! Also, sorry if I over stepped my bounds Savael. I recognize that your in charge of the enemy Army. Please feel free to change what I posted and I'll edit out my last paragraph.)) (( PS: Leetah's just a simple cleric assigned to protect the units of the Army of Light, she no real commanding power. Kanziel, on the other hand, might. ;) )) Artwork copyright © 2003, Christopher C. Quigley
Finwe 03-02-04, 05:43 PM	A gate opens in the rear of the enemy's lines, right where the artilary is positioned. A burst of white flame issues forth, and incinerates a catapult as a whole slew of extra-planar denzins rush forth. Angels, formians, elementals and even a titan rush forth, virtually unhundered in their charge by the shallow water they are in. Spells are slung at the artillary by the more supernatural creatues, while the others press in on the enemy flank. A hound archon howls in pain as a stray arrow peirces its shoulder, but it yanks it out and continues fighting. However, the small numbers of the contingent show slightly, and their magical protections begin to wane. As the pheonix pipes a shirll note, and the enemy suddenly beings to slow substanially. Then, the reinforcemetns from the river arrive. Caught on both sides, they assume a tight two-fay formation and attempt to defend against them until the Army of light breaks through. OOC: none of the creatures are actually summoned, but all of them except for the pheonix are extraplanar and thus can be banished Also OOC: How exactly is a cleric capable of casting prismatic sphere and heal *just* a simple cleric?
Kheldar Devaentar 03-02-04, 05:48 PM	((Please note that Kanziel, Leetah's Mentor, casted Prismatic Sphere. . . Not Leetah! I think Leetah is about level 15 in this thread (Her studying with Kanziel must have really payed off!!) Kanziel on the other hand, is an epic level character. Now on to my post. . . http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/timewarpw.jpg I'm confused. . . Kulideb and Branth are actively communicating to each other, yet Branth is 3 days in the future. . .and Kulideb is still spending her 1st evening in Kheldar's house. :confused: Not only that. . . But no conscious person saw the knife that Kheldar used to assassinate Agudo. . . So I don't know how Branth recognized it. . . unless he had some help form his friend above. Savael, great posts! You're really breathing in some life into this battle! Aravilar. . . One of these days I'm gonna pop that head of yours. . . :rolleyes: Question: Why are we rushing to end this fight by Wednesday? Some how I remember another adventure that was ruined by trying to rush things. . . At least no one's characters are being controlled by someone - yet. As Agudo once said to me in an e-mail not too long ago: hey don't rush... take your time its a long story. This isn't a race, it's role-playing. :) And you'll have to please excuse me if I'm sounding rude or short. . . Work is just killing me at the moment, and it's honestly frustrating me. My most sincere apologies for not being able to post a lot. . . I'm feeling guilty for holding Kulideb and Branth up, but I just can't help it. . . As a matter of fact, I can't even carry this post on to my in character post because I just received a call and I need to go. I'll see if I can fit in some time tonight. . . Take care everyone!))
Zollex 03-02-04, 09:36 PM	Zollex's bladesinger unit ran to flank the enemy. When they got into possition, they met thier opponents. "Attack!" Zollex ordered his troops. The bladesingers rushed forth and attacked the enemy. They made quick-kill moves and tried to wound as many of the enemy soldiers as possible. "Fall back!" The bladesingers ran away from the enemy. "Move to attack!" Zollex commanded. The bladesingers moved down the enemies' flank. "Attack!" The bladesingers attacked the nearest enemies, this time leaving some elves behind to keep themselves from getting flanked. "Retreat!" The bladesingers ran back and away from the enemy, hoping to draw some of the enemy troops with them.
Elvin Queen 03-02-04, 10:23 PM	The horses smashed into the first line of fanatical warriors, stampeding them down under war hooves. “My heritage will not be taken by your false messiah!” The Queen yelled as she hacked the head of a Half-Ling enemy. Next she turned her horse to face two Dwarfs who had just killed her corporal. “Curse your evil tunneling ways” Elisa faithful horseback kicks the first Dwarf and sends her flying back. But the other one a crusty looking Dwarf dodges Elisa sword and rolls under her horse. Coming up quickly the fanatical follower of Messianca, uses his axe and slice deep into the Queen thigh. Only with luck did her trained solders near by saves the Queens life. One Elvin solder shoots off three arrows in seconds and the other tackles the Queen before she is hacked again, Falling on the ground, the brave Elvin solder stands quickly and fights to her dying breath to defend the Queen. The others solder puts down her bow and pulls Elisa onto her horse and tell the trusted warhorse to take the Queen to safety. Elisa is in deep pain and does not try to stay in the fight. (ooc if Mytus you like my idea, then this would be a great time to Kidnap the Queen).
aravilar_holistacia 03-02-04, 10:55 PM	OOC: No problem, my lady Leetah. :bow: "Gods, dammit!" Aravilar said, pulling the arrow from the priestess' back. He sighed and laid a hand on the wound, allowing silverfire to heal the laceration. "Pelorite, arise! Defend this area, 'ere the coming storm!" Aravilar cried, then he shouted to the soldiers, "Until the Lord Keldorn is revived, you are all under the command of this priestess." For then, Aravilar was gone. In his wake, a small rank insignia was left, a shining, gold-plated bar of metal depicting three stars. Inscribed on the back was the name "Leetah, Priestess of Pelor". "Finwe!" Aravilar called, emerging from the portal back atop Nightcloak Hill. "I believe the colossus is ready for its test run." Aravilar raised a hand, opening a portal into the folds of time and space, summoning the creation of the master chronomancer Finwe. "At your command, Finwe. I do say, what an excellent job you have done!" Aravilar said, as the colossus emerged from the portal.
Agudo Archmage 03-02-04, 11:27 PM	((OOC DM and his mighty word...I have Email you Aravilar about what I think you wanted? Also how come all your posts say (Last edited by WizO_Fraxus on never) At the bottom of your posts...all of them?:confused: Thank you Leetah for your good posts and everyone else as well. Take your time posting in this fight...its up to Savael how longs it last)
aravilar_holistacia 03-02-04, 11:33 PM	Originally posted by Agudo Archmage ((OOC DM and his mighty word...I have Email you Aravilar about what I think you wanted? Also how come all your posts say (Last edited by WizO_Fraxus on never) At the bottom of your posts...all of them?:confused: HEHEHEHE! I changed it to Ruffle... It's just a funny joke, milord :D Okay, I await your email :bow:
Finwe 03-03-04, 12:18 AM	The collossus advances slowly out fo the gate in its ponderous step. However, it seems somewhat.... disoriented, as if not used to its current form. Riding atop it can be seen Finwe, his staff wreathed in arcane magic. He sends a blast of energy at the nearbye troops, a large smoking crater apearing from where they once were. One of the surviving catapults fires a great boulder at the collossus, but the rock seems like a small stone compared to it, hardly denting the obdurium carapace. The lone benemoth stomps towards the flanking contingent to releive it. It cruches the few boats in the river entirely, spells of destruction still spewing forth from the great chronomancer on top. A tide of spells suddenly directs itself at the pehonix, the cold numming most other creatures in the way, some of the freezing solid. WIth a great cry, the phoenix falls form the sky. Where it lands, and enourmous plume of flame apears as it immolates, the holy flames burning all the followers of Messanacia, but leaving those in the army of light untouched. Upon seeing this, Finwe speeks a command word, and the collosus suddenly speeds up by an order of magnitude, rushing at full bore toawards the fallen phoenix, hoping to save it before the Messinacian followers can reach its newly formed body, still weak and defensless...
Kheldar Devaentar 03-03-04, 03:33 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif "Where were we?" Kheldar walked over to where Kulideb had put down the knife, picked it up and examined it. It would be hardly presentable to Messianica with bread crumbs all over it. . . He took out a scarlet cloth and wiped it clean, then tucked both cloth and knife into his cloak. "I was just about to do some work!" Kheldar walked over to his decrepit broom and lifted it up to show Kulideb. The thing really did look pathetic. "I figure it ought to get the job done. . ." Kheldar smiled at the stupid broom. ". . . You should probably get some sleep. . . I don't know where you were heading, but I know a mage who works in a shop here in Waterdeep. Tomorrow he can teleport you to wherever you want to go! I'll even pay the extra to make sure he uses teleport without error! . . It's very important to specify the one without error!" Kheldar shuddered over memories of past experiences. ". . . And do pancakes sound ok for breakfast tomorrow? I'll try to have them ready for whenever you like!" Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
aravilar_holistacia 03-03-04, 06:23 AM	Originally posted by Finwe A tide of spells suddenly directs itself at the pehonix, the cold numming most other creatures in the way, some of the freezing solid. WIth a great cry, the phoenix falls form the sky. Where it lands, and enourmous plume of flame apears as it immolates, the holy flames burning all the followers of Messanacia, but leaving those in the army of light untouched. Upon seeing this, Finwe speeks a command word, and the collosus suddenly speeds up by an order of magnitude, rushing at full bore toawards the fallen phoenix, hoping to save it before the Messinacian followers can reach its newly formed body, still weak and defensless... [saving place for later post]
Branth 03-03-04, 07:43 AM	((OOC: Ok I'll fix Branth's last post to help all your post make sense.... :) As for HOW Branth reconizes the dager... ;) well thats OUR little secert. I can give out the information on that at this point, it's classified :cool: )) When Shady appeared and let Branth in he finds he made a mistake! This isn't Kheldars house, it was a...... o O(A Brothel! How did we end up in here! Didn't you pay attention to the directions? What directions? All look same to me! Great, now we have to get out of here, turn around and go back out the window. ) Just as Branth goes to head back out the window, some one closes it. He looks around the room, shocked, from his perch on the ceiling. He see's bath tubs full of steaming warm water and.... o O( AAHHH! Jeepers, close our eyes! So that what woman hide under clothes. Just close our eyes, you..I mean we don't need to see this! But I want to see. Close them now! ooh....ok. ) Branth perches on the ceiling and closes his eyes. He listens to the sounds of splashing water and giggling, then the pulling of a drain plug and the shuttting of a door. When he reopens his eyes he's alone,and shut in the room. o O( Great, just great. We're trapped. I find way out. ) So Branth begins searching for a way out... ((Umm, should take him a while to get out. Go ahead and head where you wanted to Kheldar, trust me he'll catch you in route! ))
kulideb 03-03-04, 10:47 AM	The elf wondered how Branth was but didnt want to risk contacting him. She watched as Kheldar went to a cupboard and opened it. "I wasnt going any where special....I could stay and help." kulideb smiled at Kheldar. She moved over to Kheldar and held out her hand for the broom. "Any way if you are going to make pancakes tomorrow, I had better do some thing to earn them!"
sculyblast 03-03-04, 02:38 PM	Mytus "You fully understand me, milady.. and If my plan works out as fast as it should the queen will be here at no time, if you would excuse me for a minite, I would like too see how Breadner is doing." Mytus walked to the city of hillsfar, he saw childeren play, childeren of all kinds of species.. all kinds.. not really.. none of them was really like he was.. they where still harmless and innocent, just like he once nearly was.. the childeren played with each other, none of them seemed to bother any of the other kids bad qualities. He saw himself again in the times he was still nearly innocent and still was loved among man.. Why? it was the enternal question when he was a kid. Why could he not just be like all the other kids and be a "Good kid". No matter how hard he tried to be a Good kid, somehow he allways found a moment of weekness, that would allow him to do the not-so-cute-things he used to do. Why was he the only one suffering from that problem? when the time had come he finally found a way to camouflage his true nature, The Big Accident Happened.. He did not know what happened that evening, All he knew was that he did something terrible wrong, for which everyone started to hate him. The only person he could rely on was his grandfather, Who told Mytus what kind of weakling he was, and suddenly Mytus learned to accept his true nature instead of to resist it. he learned the moves he needed for succes. He saw the childeren play, He saw the city, he imagioned the city burning, and the childeren runnin and screeming for there moms, as they allways do..
sculyblast 03-03-04, 02:53 PM	Nienses and THe Slinger Nienses rolled away the last tree. "So Lampey this should be what Mytus wanted us to do, right? How long do you think it will take before mytus gives us our freedom?" THe hafling looked up to the Female human "Well Nienses, I don't want to sound persimistic, but I think we will have to do A lot harder job, And work 24/7 or mytus will find a way to deny us our freedom." "You really think so Lampey? Why?" The Woman curious look at the hafling. "Well simple, Mytus wouldn't spent a coin if he wasn't certain he didn't need that coin again some day. He is really intelligent you know, he was able to get me." "Well let's move back to hillsfar then, How sooner we will be back the more change we have in recieving our freedom, right?" "right you are" The hafling and Woman turned back and walked back Hillsfar. The job had been hard, and there hands were still aching
sculyblast 03-03-04, 03:20 PM	Breadner Breadner was just taking a Break, or els said he was just figuring out a new freaking trap to put somewhere around the City, This would be one hell of a unusual battle for any kind of army, He had these Great Idea's for Traps, and since the official General was having a Battle at Zhent's keep he did not have to ask anyone for premission to put any trap anywhere. Then Mytus Arrived at penlouses of Hillsfar Where Breadner was working. "Yo! My..uhmm Helator Dude! Tell me Dude, What way do I get some of those Freaking Sandswimin', bigClawed, largetheathed, beasts in less then 2 days?" "Breadner, my Genius Friend, There is no way on getting them here, and besites I need you for a other job right now" "What job, Dude? Im doin' fine 'ere" "It is not your working style that bothers me to make you do another job, Breadner my friend, No, You know Senis, right? the Black guy I brought allong, right?" "Yeah Dude, That Dude's way to dark, must have had some cool goth friends which can help me get some of those nice weeds." "Right" Mytus turned with his eyes and pretended not to notice what Breadner just told him "Well, This Senis guys is bringing someone allong" "Goth friend?" "Nope, This is about a hostige.. And I need you to create me a Thralling device" "Just a Simple Thrallin' Device? can do it in less then a hour, Dude" "Well no, this person is not a ordainary human, first of all it is a elf, those darn elves have better chance in breaking free of your devices, second it is a Queen of Elves, Which will it make even harder for you." "Dude that'll take me way lot of time! And I'll have less time creating Fun Thin' s here." Mytus smiled and then said at a suspicious tone: "Well if you don't "want" to craft this peice for me, Then I say you just continue your work here" Breadner understood what Mytus meant "Good, Dude I'll be working on it then" ((OoC: The Queen Can you just realise the pm I have send you, Els I have nothing to roleplay Senis with. Don't worry I won't completely demand your do's, The thralling Devices Will be just strong enought, allowing you to make resistive moods, you allways get your own FoD)))
DiplomaticSorcerer 03-03-04, 03:36 PM	Camaris moved to the side as an exceptionally long-flying arrow nearly lodged in his shoulder. He stared at the long shaft of the arrow, stuck in his robes. He pulled it out and threw it down at the army. "Gods, these soldiers are putting up a real fight! I hope that Aravilar gives the order to use our higher-level spells soon, or this lot may start to amass a spellcaster unit." He spoke telepathically with Aravilar. "If there is a strategic point of interest that you would want me at, tell me so I can get my unit over there! We're taking heavy arrow fire! No one is dead, though several men have had to drink a potion to heal a wound. I require that each of them carry at least 3 healing potions on them at all times. I think I may have a solution until further orders." He ended his telepathic connection, and began to cast another illusory sound spell. His voice, modified to sound like their general, originated from within the ranks of the enemy army. "Archers stand down! ARCHERS STAND DOWN!"
aravilar_holistacia 03-03-04, 05:47 PM	"Finwe, veni huc! Necesse est tibi ex castris nostris emovere illos milites!" Aravilar then sighed and looked out over the battlefield. OOC: Congrats, my Army! Agudo has awarded us the win at the Tesh River. I'll let him explain the details; in the meantime, finish up your individual battles. :D:D Thanks, Ava;)
Zollex 03-03-04, 07:21 PM	"There's a hill! We will make our stand there!" Zollex yelled to his troops. The bladesingers sprinted the last fifty yards to the hill. Zollex took the point possiton in the newly-formed line of warriors on the hill. The group began cutting down the enemy troops as they come along. Few, if any bladesingers would fall this day.
Good Knight 03-03-04, 10:53 PM	Keldorn Firecam was being aided by a lovely blond woman he had never met. The pain was decreasing as she helped him. “My lady” Keldorn tried to speak, clearing his throat he tried once more. “My lady of virtue, of beauty and the face of an Angel. You have saved this Knight who has seen so many battles. Yet I say by all that is righteous, thank you!” He closed his eyes then opens them once more. “Please tell me your name? So that I may know the woman that I am falling in love with” He says as he smiles at Leetah.
Agudo Archmage 03-04-04, 12:11 AM	((OOC Um….Like I said before its up to Savael when the battle ends….So lets keep playing everyone. Yes the Army of Light will win this battle as I said in my Email to you Aravilar…. But please let others have a little suspense in the game by letting it play out..... without posting an OOC Telegram to them all. Oh well lets just keep enjoying the game and thank you everyone for your help in making this a fun game. BIG THANKS!… TO THE FOLLOWING… FOR MAKING IT THIS FAR! :bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce: Kulideb Kheldar Keldorn Branth Leetah Savael Khaira Gene Zolex Messianica Mytus Camaris Angel Aravilar Elisa Finwe I hope I did not leave out anyone? I went back several pages looking up as many as I could….Sooo hint hint to anyone who needs to post more and was not mentioned
aravilar_holistacia 03-04-04, 06:39 AM	Originally posted by Agudo Archmage ((OOC Um….Like I said before its up to Savael when the battle ends….So lets keep playing everyone. Yes the Army of Light will win this battle as I said in my Email to you Aravilar…. But please let others have a little suspense in the game by letting it play out..... without posting an OOC Telegram to them all. Oh well lets just keep enjoying the game and thank you everyone for your help in making this a fun game. BIG THANKS!… TO THE FOLLOWING… FOR MAKING IT THIS FAR! :bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce: Kulideb Kheldar Keldorn Branth Leetah Savael Khaira Gene Zolex Messianica Mytus Camaris Angel Aravilar Elisa Finwe I hope I did not leave out anyone? I went back several pages looking up as many as I could….Sooo hint hint to anyone who needs to post more and was not mentioned Hey, Agudo, you don't think we could, ya know, kick out Messianica, could we? :schemes:
Finwe 03-04-04, 06:48 AM	Hey, you put the list in reverse order of importance! :P
Khaira 03-04-04, 09:48 AM	She looks around at the enemies, and she begins singing a song in a strong voice, the Bard's voice reaching out far above the armed forces of both her and Aravilar's Army and the Messianica forces. The song seems to rally her forces, and instill fear into the hearts of the Messianica forces. (FoD permitting) "Battle! Destroy the heart of evil! Bring them to their knees!" With that, she begins to...dance? Her swords catching an enemy in the gut here, behading another there...
Savael 03-04-04, 12:33 PM	Savael trudged up the rocky shore, his men rushing up behind him and past him to form ordered ranks and join the fight... Fighting... It was almost like painting a portrait. In a way... You just calmed your nerves, usually by breathing steadily in and out a few times, before you began imagining the result you wanted. Letting it slowly find it’s own form... You formed a picture of it behind your eyelids and fastened your grip around your chosen brush... or blade as it was... And then you pretty much let your hand do the rest. The result could occasionally turn out quite to be quite satisfactory, or other times not at all. He flicked his wrist and allowed himself a small smile as three identical metal blades sprung from the back of his gauntleted hand with a satisfying “Sssskh” –sound that sent a shiver down his spine. His retractable claw-gauntlets, a nice and handy weapon in so many more ways than one. He allowed himself another smile. Savael had never been an expert at fighting, nor at painting as it was, yet what small talent he had found for the latter had come as a bit of surprise to him. Painting... ...to paint a picture of someone you loved... ...to pour your emotions out onto a blank canvass, bringing to life what hidden images you, alone, envisioned behind you eyes. That was indeed a treasured gift... He was painting a portrait of clouds and rolling hills, calmly directing the brush of his mind over the empty canvass of his normally unblinking eyes... He would use a light, yet sombre shade of blue mixed with a good shear of water for the sky, he decided. Fleshing out the extent of the azure eternity above him with swift, determined strokes. Getting the proper feel for hillsides was a completely different thing however. Savael frowned slightly as several promising brush-movements fell short before him. They just didn’t yield the result he wanted! Perhaps if he followed up with another stroke just after? Eventually he settled on doubling back in a nice, smooth, round movement, that way he’d eventually get the result he desired. The image of the mind presented everything with such simplicity, leaving his brush free to tear and rend forth the desired result...
sculyblast 03-04-04, 01:50 PM	Mytus That was done, He would get himself a very good pion indeed, The Queen was so arrogant, No one of the other Commanders would likely resist her will, he would appairently get the war plans Aravilar made before and would have a very good tactic agains them.. yessss.... If only Senis would hurry.. It would take like 2 more days for Nienses and The Slinger to finish their works. And Breadner would be done In like 4 hours and continue his tactics. What would he do in the mean while? Hmzz.. Most of the Troops would be fighting at Zhent's keep hmzz He would inform at Messianica about the remaining troops he went back to the garden and asked the Fair lady if there where any remaining troops in hillsfar
aravilar_holistacia 03-04-04, 08:36 PM	Originally posted by DiplomaticSorcerer He spoke telepathically with Aravilar. "If there is a strategic point of interest that you would want me at, tell me so I can get my unit over there! We're taking heavy arrow fire! No one is dead, though several men have had to drink a potion to heal a wound. I require that each of them carry at least 3 healing potions on them at all times. I think I may have a solution until further orders." Aravilar said to Camaris telepathically, "Fire at will, use whatever spells you wish! Destroy them!" The mage looked livid.
DiplomaticSorcerer 03-04-04, 09:22 PM	Camaris spoke back to Aravilar. "Yes, sir." A ghastly light filled Camaris's eyes. A determined grimace was on his face. "My soldiers, we have been given permission! Assume positions to cast Psychic Vibrations! I don't want any mistakes this time!" The mages formed a circle, each in the same stance. They began to chant, and from each of their fingers extended a thread of blue energy. Their chant grew louder, the threads moving toward the center of the circle. The threads met in the center, and the mages changed the tone of their chant. A ball of energy began to form at the meeting point of the threads. Camaris took a position directly above the sphere, and readied a spell. The ball of energy reached a maximum size and the mages were strained to their utmost. Camaris began to cast his spell, and tried not to think of the soldiers far below as men, but merely animals clamoring for his destruction. "Gods forgive us." He finished and he hurled a ray of red energy down toward the blue sphere. They met and the sphere was catapulted at great speed toward the ground. The blue ball impacted and dissappeared. There were no flashy pyrotechnics, no sound, no visible signs of violence, just an ever-widening disturbance in the ranks of the army. Camaris's mind, finely tuned to psychic and mental energies, shook from the psychic repercussions of the spell, to say nothing of the pain of every man whose life was torn away from him by the blast. Each individual death racked his mind, tore at his soul. He gripped his head and tore at his hair. "Gods! My gift is my curse! STOP THIS MADNESS!" Camaris's body shuddered. "I have experienced so many lives, and so many deaths. Let me rest." He began to fall toward the ground, in a state of near-death. His mages, exhausted by the casting, were unable to save him.
aravilar_holistacia 03-04-04, 09:29 PM	....but Aravilar was able to do just that. He cast a spell that summoned a giant, ghostly hand which scooped up Camaris from midair and lowered him slowly to the ground. "I believe that spell *does* require some rest afterwards...." Aravilar noted before continuing the survey of the battlefield.
Finwe 03-04-04, 10:18 PM	As the foul soldiers of the enemy rush towards the phoenix, it gives a great cry, the sound crashing into the enemy ranks, causing them to move like mollasses(sp?). Sighing in releif, Finwe leaps off the Collosus and flys to Aravilar. "It seems that we threee Zenith's have met in the fray of battle. Camaris could use some help though. Flying over to Camaris, Finwe utters a word of holy power and positive energy rushes through him, reinvigorating his exhausted form.
aravilar_holistacia 03-04-04, 10:31 PM	"It seems fitting, does it not? The three Zeniths, here on this battlefield at last." Aravilar smiled for the first time in recent memory.
Khaira 03-04-04, 11:08 PM	On the battlefield, Khaira seems immortal as she hacks enemy after enemy to pieces. She continues to sing, as she moves into the swarming masses of the army. She could not even see the river now ... all that she could see was red and surging body. Gods! How had it gotten to this? She had come back to see her long-time adventuring friend, Agudo, to swap stories...and she had found him dead! And her - a Headmistress! She was not worthy of such a title...if only people knew about her past, they would not treat her so well...All she wanted was to be by a fire, sipping a glass of fine elven wine with Agudo as she spoke with him about her travels, about what she had found in the end...there had been death there, too. So much death so much blood...so much blood ... on her hands ... Now she was in the middle of some gods-forsaken war about ... gods-know what! She's lost count of how many she had cut down. It was all a dance, dodging swords, passing sniding comments as she thrust her swords here, slashed here. SHe was so busy thinking, she didn't even notice the sword that was thrust into her right shoulder. She opens her mouth wide, to scream, but no sound comes out ... THe pain .... it was almost too much to bear ... All she had to do ... One simple way to end the pain ... No! Agudo would not have it....Suddenly, her eyes flare up, and her irises suddenly turn red as she looks to the soldier who made her right arm useless. Damn it, that was her harp playing arm! They would pay! Suddenly, she begins to yell, her voice taking of a booming sound. "Evil Forces of Messianica! You will all pay! You will pay for the death of Agudo, Archmage of Light! You will pay for all the harm you have caused! I, Khaira Valdaun Amastacia, daughter of Olminaryt Amastacia, Headmaster and Army Commander, will destroy you all!" With her remaining sword arm, she slashes down at the soldier. He holds up his shield, but to no avail...Khaira's sword slices clean through his shield and clean through his arm. She pulls out his sword, still piercing her arm, and slams it through his diaphagm, effectively pinning him. She then looks to her wounded arm...no wound? She shrugs, and begins to sing again, when her body becomes suddenly blurred and 10 Khaira's appear! All of a sudden they all charge the army... "FOr Agudo! For the Army of Light! For Freedom!" SHe continues to keep an eye out for this Army captain or commander or whatever. She would kill him. She would kill them all.
Kheldar Devaentar 03-04-04, 11:12 PM	Please see top of next page. . .
Let me tell you a Story 03-04-04, 11:28 PM	ooc I can take a hint ;) :cool: ;) Emeraldeyes was hurrying from one person to the other. So many dead and near dead. Yet for some they would live if she and her healers could get to them in time. "You there! Bring me a Healing water now!" She said to a solder standing over his friend. Then Emeraldeyes stopped as she saw Elisa the Queen of the Elves. "NO!" Emeraldeyes ran over to her old friend and haled her close. "Just lay down on this blanket and I shall do everything I can" Elisa was hurt bad in the leg, lots of blood lost. "I will pray my Elvin Queen just hang on"
Kheldar Devaentar 03-05-04, 12:09 AM	((Ah ha! Here is a recompiled list of Agudo's names in order of importance. . . Well importance as far as story direction goes! Agudo http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/listpdm.gif http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/smileyagudo.gif Messianica http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/listsdm.gif http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/smileymessianica.gif Savael* http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/listtdm.gif http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/smileysavael.gif http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/listnames.gif http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/listpc.gif :) *In the battle of Tesh River Agudo asked Savael to take on the role of a major NPC and determine when the fight ended, thus making him a co-DM for that encounter. Note: Ava, there was no need to blurt out the result for Tesh River. Note: In the real scale of importance, we all tie. Not one of us is more important than the other! After all, it's all of our job to add to the enjoyment of this thread.)) http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif Kheldar looked back at Kulideb. It was an honest effort not to give her a hopeless frown. He really needed her to go to bed so he could get back to his work!!! . . Him make her pancakes? Heavens, he hadn't said that! He would rather eat dirt than eat his own cooking! . . He had simply said he'd have them ready for her in the morning - not that he'd be the one making them! It was becoming more and more evident that Kulideb wanted to keep her eye on him. . . She would undoubtedly stay up all night of that's what it took. . . Kheldar didn't have all night. . . In fact, he was already running late. With a sigh, Kheldar handed Kulideb his raggedy, old broom. "Well, if there's no talking you out of it, I guess I could use the help." Kheldar smiled weakly. "Just don't get mad at me if you drop from exhaustion. . . Maybe I can help with that!" Kheldar went over to the kitchen counter, took out his percolator, and started to boil some water. "Some coffee is what I need! Helps keep ya awake. . . An indispensable tool for any roguey character who works during the night!" Coffee was some-what of an exotic drink in many parts of the world, and it wasn't very often that Kheldar actually drank it. . . Well, he had used to drink it all the time. . . But not very often any more. As Kheldar mixed up the drink he subtly added an extra ingredient of his own. . . Grooly powder hardly looked any different from the coffee, and it was strong enough to knock out an ogre. Maybe it would add a strange sweet taste to the drink, but who could say that the coffee wasn't meant to taste like that? Kheldar poured two cups and brought one to Kulideb. "Here, take this. It's hot, so you might want to let it cool down for a minute or two. Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
Leetah 03-05-04, 05:07 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongleetah.gif "My name Sir?" Leetah slowly opened her eyes, the world around her steadily came back into focus. For a moment she wasn't entirely sure where she was, as if she had just awoken from a dream in a strange new land. However, after one good look at the man in front of her, and the blurry image of his loyal men surrounding him, memories quickly began filling the cleric's head. She had just revived Lord Kheldorn Firecam, Formation Commander of the Army of Light. What had happened after that she couldn't remember. The last waking memory she had was blacking out and falling on top of something hard and metallic. Kind of like a suit of armor. With her surroundings finally coming into clear view, Leetah raised her head and gazed at the smiling face of Keldorn. She then let out a startled gasp as she found herself lying on top of the handsome knight! "Oh Heavens! I. . .I'm sorry Sir! I don't know what just happened. Umm. . ." Leetah briskly climbed off Kheldorn and offered him her hand. Helping the commander to his feet was the least she could do after sprawling herself on top of him! The healer blushed exorbitantly. "My name's Leetah, Sir. Leetah Silverlocks. Priestess of the Healing Hand and Student of Lord Pelor. Oops! I mean Priestess of Lord Pelor and Student of the Healing Hand." Leetah turned her head away from Keldor, fixing her gaze firmly on the ground. She felt too foolish to look directly at the commander at the moment. Muffled snickering from the surrounding soldiers did little to improve the girl's current self-confidence. * * * Kanziel gazed at the ravaged battlefield before him. Smoking creators and broken bodies littered the landscape. With the battle finally appearing to wind down, he had abandoned the unit he was a part of and sent out his Clerics to tend to the wounds of both armies. He wanted as many survivors from the battle as possible, regardless of their allegiance. To the Healing Hand, all lives were precious; even the lives of the enemy. Healed followers of Messianica's army were immediately rounded up and taken prisoner. He had already secured the authority to speak with the prisoners in private as soon as the battle was finished. Undoubtedly he'd be able to talk the captives into joining the side of 'Justice.' After all, he was the Master of 'Redemption.' Kanziel let out a crooked smile. Artwork copyright © 2003, Christopher C. Quigley
aravilar_holistacia 03-05-04, 06:33 AM	Originally posted by Kheldar Devaentar Note: Ava, there was no need to blurt out the result for Tesh River. OOC: Yes there was.... :P And where am I in this DM system? I do believe that Khaira and myself get a bit of DM-ness, seeing as SHE IS THE HEADMISTRESS and I am the ARMY COMMANDER.:mad:
ruthia 03-05-04, 09:29 AM	(( No Ava, I think he was just pointing out to you that maybe not EVERYONE wanted to know ahead of time how this battle would end. I personally get a kick out of reading it to see who's winning, but now that I know whats the point. And even Agudo said Yes the Army of Light will win this battle as I said in my Email to you Aravilar…. But please let others have a little suspense in the game by letting it play out..... without posting an OOC Telegram to them all. Ok? Now as for DMness. Well I hate to say it but this is all Agudo's thread. In the end what he says goes. And untill he says "I turn this thread over to.." NO ONE else has the ultimate say. Now yes FoD lets you control YOUR character, but not EVERYONE ELSE! And before you go saying "Well who are you to be saying this stuff" I would like to point out that MY characters have been in this thread from there VERY begining. Malendor was Agudo's first student, back when he first started this thread on the old boards. And my characters have been in many of Agudo's adventures and subplots, so I've got a pretty good feel about how he does things. So to put it bluntly Headmistress and Army Commandor are just Fancy titles. Untill Agudo says "Yes you have DM power in this game" then I wouldn't get above yourself! )) LATER THAT NIGHT: Branth gets tired of looking and curls up for a nap. o O(We had better get out of here. To tired. Tommorrow. But, but we need to get out of here now. NO! Tommorrow. Night. )
DiplomaticSorcerer 03-05-04, 11:07 AM	Camaris came to, coughing. He remembered the onslaught that his brain had just experienced, and his mind whirled in a murky haze. "Mustn't cast that spell again." He vaguely recognized Aravilar and Finwe, but they were just blurry images in his clouded sight. He blinked in the bright sunlight. His vision sharpened and his mind cleared. He stood up, with a little help from Aravilar. He surveyed the death around him, no blood, no screams of the wounded. It was eerily quiet. "Is all right with my men? Have we won the battle, sir?"
kulideb 03-05-04, 04:38 PM	The elf took the broom. "Errr..where would you like me to start." She said looking round. The room they were in seemed as good a place as any to start with, while she swept she thought about her friends at the school, she was missing them more than she thought she would. Kheldar broke into her thoughts with an offer of coffee. Kulideb hadnt had coffee before. She sniffed the hot liquid, it had a strong sent. She took a small sip. "ouch." She blew across the liquid to cool it, she had heard others talk about the dark substance, it had a magic of keeping you awake some had said. She took another sip. The drink had a strong but sweet taste, quiet pleasant the elf thought, trying not to yawn. She found a chair and sat down, her eyes seemed so heavy, it wouldnt hurt to close them for a few minutes she thought.
aravilar_holistacia 03-06-04, 12:53 AM	Originally posted by ruthia (( No Ava, I think he was just pointing out to you that maybe not EVERYONE wanted to know ahead of time how this battle would end. I personally get a kick out of reading it to see who's winning, but now that I know whats the point. And even Agudo said Ok? Now as for DMness. Well I hate to say it but this is all Agudo's thread. In the end what he says goes. And untill he says "I turn this thread over to.." NO ONE else has the ultimate say. Now yes FoD lets you control YOUR character, but not EVERYONE ELSE! And before you go saying "Well who are you to be saying this stuff" I would like to point out that MY characters have been in this thread from there VERY begining. Malendor was Agudo's first student, back when he first started this thread on the old boards. And my characters have been in many of Agudo's adventures and subplots, so I've got a pretty good feel about how he does things. So to put it bluntly Headmistress and Army Commandor are just Fancy titles. Untill Agudo says "Yes you have DM power in this game" then I wouldn't get above yourself! )) LATER THAT NIGHT: Branth gets tired of looking and curls up for a nap. o O(We had better get out of here. To tired. Tommorrow. But, but we need to get out of here now. NO! Tommorrow. Night. ) Yay. I get to use the ignore feature, finally! :rant:
Kheldar Devaentar 03-06-04, 03:33 AM	((Don't worry Branth, of course Aravil would ignore your post - Frankly, he can't argue it because you're right.)) :rolleyes: http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif Kheldar sipped at his coffee and watched Kulideb until he was certain her long breaths meant she was asleep. . . The coffee didn't taste all that bad. Actually, the Grooly powder had made it pretty good! Kheldar finished his cup and put everything away. He stifled a yawn. Yes he had downed enough grooly to knock out a dragon, but it didn't matter. The reason it didn't matter was the same reason for him not drinking coffee very often, or alcoholic drinks for that matter. . . After a poorly worded wish he had managed to make himself completely immune to the effects of poisons and drugs. And while it seemed like a good thing at the time, it also meant coffee no longer gave him that jolt, and going out for drinks just wasn't the same any more. As soon as everything was tidied up, well, as tidy as he cared make things in his house, Kheldar went over to Kulideb and reclaimed his broom. . . She looked awfully beautiful in her sleep, and younger too somehow. . . Maybe it was because he couldn't sense the distrust in her eyes with her lids in the way. ". . .Well. . . I could kick myself for spending all that time making the bed upstairs." Kheldar gave a thought about carrying Kulideb to the bedroom. . . Maybe it wasn't such a bad idea. He had meant to leave her a note in the morning. And in the bed room he could post it on the door where she couldn't miss it. In his living room. . . Well. . . There was the risk she might miss it. . . and there were some things she needed to know about his house before being left alone in it! Kheldar lifted her up out of the chair, and made his way upstairs. She was a lot lighter than she looked, mind you she was an Elf, not some stout Dwarf! Had she have been a Dwarf Kheldar would have just tacked the note on her forehead and left it at that! Once in the bedroom, Kheldar gently put her down on the bed and quickly started sketching out his note. He couldn't help but think of how long it had been since he had last had a girl in his bedroom. . . What a childish thought! He gave his head a furious shake and finished his note. When he got up from his dresser he could see the red in his cheeks. . . Ugh. . . he had to get back to work! Focus on work! With unwavering determination he marched to his bedroom door, posted the note, looked at Kulideb one last time, and closed the door behind him - Dammit! He had been too distracted to notice the flickering lights outside his window. Back downstairs he picked up his broom. It wouldn't be as fast as his other broom that undoubtedly burned to ashes in the forest - but on the bright side this broom had never tried to kill him before. Kheldar took the broom outside with him, waited for the door to click after he closed it, and flew up, into the night. Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
kulideb 03-06-04, 07:17 AM	Kulideb stired in her sleep, she was dreaming about a handsome prince carrying her off to his chamber. The prince lent over her to kiss her cheek... The elf sat up straight away, to find Shady sitting in her lapp looking at her. "What? where? How?" she muttered looking round the bed room. "I am never going to touch coffee again! that stuff must be more dangerous than gnomish ale!" The elf jumped out of bed and ran through the door, shady moved off the note he had been sitting on, the strange markings ment little to him. "KHELDAR!" kulideb shouted as she entered the living room, she noticed that the broom was missing, may be he is tidying up down stairs the elf thought. She made her way back into the room they had first apeared in.
sculyblast 03-06-04, 07:51 AM	Breadner Breadner managed to craft a beautful ring, is was gold in the bace, with a royal red decoration on it. with a dark but yet not sinistar gem on it. he was really proud about his job. and he had to resist himself not to put this piece of masterwork on his own finger. then he continued to work out his plans, mytus would soon return to see if Breadner finished his work. ((Ooc: Agudo If you want to see/hear of The Plans that Breadner prepares, just email me. And what did you think of the suggestion I emailed you?))
sculyblast 03-06-04, 07:59 AM	Senis Senis Sneaked into the Empty Camp of the army of light. He allread send his assistances out to get Elisa. then Senis searched for the water supplies of the army of light. once he found the water supplies, he drained a small bottle with a black liquide in the suplies, The liquide mixed with the watersupplies and did not cause any kind of collor,taste or smell diffrence. he quickly sneaked out of the camp and went into the forrest ((Ooc: Elisa, I think it is best that you post the play out of my plan since if I post them we have to keep waiting for eachother to post replies, so I now give you the control over one of Senis his assistance. Senis can't stay away for to long))
Good Knight 03-06-04, 11:13 AM	As the Righteous Knight Keldorn was being helped up, he was told the name of the lovely woman who saved him. “Leetah! Now that is a name for a saint such as yourself my sweet flower of vertue.” Firecam slowly takes hold of the delicate sweet maiden’s chin with his large hand. Bending down slightly he looks her in the eye and makes a vow. “Let it be known from this day forth my hero of the healing Arts. I shall be there to protect your good name, your virginity and your honor from all who seek to do you harm lady Leetah.” Keldorn releases Leetah’s chin and takes hold of her right hand and kisses it.
Kheldar Devaentar 03-06-04, 07:01 PM	Posted to Kheldar's bedroom door: http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/notekulideb.jpg * * * The sun was peaking over the trees of the High Forest as Kulideb rushed down to Kheldar's living room. Dim beams of light visibly streaked across the dusty living room. Everything was just as it had been last night except for the missing broom. The door that lead to the basement had a turning handle, as Kulideb turned it she could hear a heavy CLICK come from the other side of the door. When she tried to pull the door open it wouldn't budge. Suddenly, Kulideb could hear some knocking on the outside door. . . It was followed by a tired voice. "Hello? Is anyone in there? I gotta note with a sack of gold coins that says I'm supposed to bring a batch of fresh pancakes and sausages to this address until someone opens the door and takes them away. Hello? . . This is my second trip here. . . I ate the first batch. It was really good! Umm. . . please open up this time so I can get back to work? . . Get it while it's still hot?" * * * http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif "HURRY UP YOU DAMN THING! Sheesh, it was like a giant flesh golem fell on top of this thing and broke it!" Kheldar wasn't going at a terrible pace, but nowhere near as fast as he would have liked. It was too bad he couldn't have waited until morning and gone with Kulideb to get teleported. . . But he needed to get away as soon as he could! He could have stolen a scroll. . . But even with his ability to use magical devices he doubted he could puzzle how to use such an advanced spell. . . Well advanced to him. . . Maybe he could puzzle out a regular teleport scroll. . . But he had had too many bad experiences with that spell to even want to try! Kheldar would still make it to Hillsfar in good time though. Then he could claim his mountain of gold and treasure, and be rid of whatever Messianica had casted on him! Character artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
Branth 03-07-04, 07:55 AM	Just before then sun rose over Waterdeep Branth finaly made his way out of the Brothel after some one had opened a window to air the bathroom out. Flapping as fast as his wings could carry him he heads towards the pull of the dager. He was getting really close now, so close he could almost see it. As a matter of fact, he could see a small speack in the sky now! He flaps faster and faster, trying to get that dot to grow bigger. o O( How he fly? His broomstick! I forgot about that. Come one catch him! We're almost there! Almost got him. ) Branth flies slightly lower, but still at that same fast and furiouse pace. Soon he can clearly see every outline of Kheldars cloak. o O( Distract him! ) Branth blinks and looks at Kheldar. He gets really close to the broom and Kheldars cloak then.... *Foom* Branth lets out a small trickle of fire breath, hopefully setting Kheldars broom and cloak on fire! He quickly flies back undernieth Kheldar so that he hopefully will no be seen. He waits for the Distraction to work so that he can zoom up and try to take that Dager back!
kulideb 03-07-04, 08:40 AM	Kulideb pulled on the door. Standing in front of her was a man with pancakes. "Oh err..thank you." she said taking them from him. She munched a couple, he was right these were very good! Kheldar still hadnt turned up, so she finished the pancakes off all by her self. Wandering back into the bedroom she spotted Kheldars note. "Oh, no!" All she could do was to send Branth an image of, Kheldar slipping past her, and to never ever drink coffee! She would love to have looked round the house so more but the note had warned her off, her rouge skills were good but not good enough to beat any traps that Kheldar might have set. "Well, Shady what shall we do now?" she said petting the spider. She knew she could shadow jump back to hillsfar but even that would take a while. She picked up Kheldars note. "Come on Shady lets go look for a purple sign." With that the elf opened the door and steped out side, she didnt have a key to lock the door, she just hoped that Kheldar had it warded.
Drindin 03-07-04, 02:11 PM	((Already checked with Primary... I'm in for the side of Agudo.)) On the hills not far from the battle field, rose a quintet of soilders, all mounted on tigers, and all of them wearing hide armour and kilts, except for one, who wore full plate mail. Four of the soilders stood behind the man in the full plate, whose red hair trailed behind him and stood up proudly, and a standard on his shield, of a Tigers claw. The all wielded battle axes and had a circular shield in their off hand. Their war-tigers roared triumphantly, as Reginald and his soilders looked at the Field. "Captain Reginald, do you think we have any hope of actually catching up with the Army?" Said a burly man with long brown hair and a bushy beard whose tiger padded up next to reginald. "We are knights of the tiger! Of course we can, Sir Jared! Let us ride!" Reginald rose his battle axe above his head, and began to swing it around. "FOR THE LIGHT!" He hollered. Jared put away his axe, and pulled out a war horn, and blew on it a long, loud blast of music, that seemed to lighten the hearts of the Knights of the Tiger, who rode down into the battle field, their war yells rising along the bloodied grounds, along with their tigers triumphant calls. ((If I messed anything up... IE, location, just tell me, and I'll fix it up))
Kheldar Devaentar 03-07-04, 09:10 PM	((Right now the battle is at Tesh River, I imagine its en route from Daggerfalls¹ to Hillsfar², it's not near the school ¹Daggerfalls: City that was under the rulership of Messianica the Savior, but has been seized by Agudo's Army of the Light. ²Hillsfar: The city where Messianica rules. There's a giant anti-magic field covering the city to protect if from hostile magical attacks. The Army of the Light is advancing towards Hillsfar.)) * * * Kheldar's door might not have been warded, but it did make a light click after a moment of being closed. As Kulideb began to walk down the roads and follow Kheldar's map, there was little wonder as to why the city was known as the City of Splendors. Everywhere she looked shined with elegance and prosperity. Up in the North Ward of the city were many finely crafted houses, some accompanied with beautiful yards, if perhaps not very big because of all the other houses. Waterdhavians happily walked about to and fro. Everyone looked very well dressed and clean. Occasionally she would walk by an armed man or a woman in a leather uniform. The colors were either green, black, or gold. Each one was armed with a club, a short sword, and a horn. Most acknowledged Kulideb with either a smile or nod as they passed by. Some just continued about their patrol routes. As Kulideb left the North Ward, she could swear she saw the corner of a black cloak fly overhead from the top of one house to the next. Not a sound came from either rooftop however. Once out of the North Ward, Kulideb walked down the wide street that separated The Castle Ward from the Trades Ward. Carts pulled by mules and horses frequented the street, and there were much more men and women in uniforms. None seemed to have the time to say hello, their steady eyes carefully watched everything that was happening around them. There were also uniformed men and women in scale and chain shirts. They carried short swords and short bows with them, no horn, they walked with a certain deadly grace that kept them separate from the others in leather. The Buildings to Kulideb's Right, in the Castle Ward, were simply breath taking to look at. They appeared even better than the ones in the North Ward, the most magnificent of which was a great castle elevated above the rest. A sturdy looking place with banners gently fluttering in the wind, and the silhouettes of catapults built up on the battlements. To Kulideb's left there was the Trades Ward. A busy looking place, even at this hour. People darted in and out of brightly colored shops. Even at a quick glance, there was certainly no shortage of uniformed people! Eventually Kulideb came to a strange looking store front. Hanging on it was a Purple Sign, with a crystal ball and gold text that said: http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/wizardshop.gif A bell rang as Kulideb entered the store, which was quite dark on the inside. The only source of light was four glowing green balls situated in the corners of the ceiling. There wasn't much to look at however, An empty counter with purple curtains behind it. On the left wall was a plaque that proudly stated "Céan Udiel" was a member of the "Watchful Order of Magists and Protectors." A old, decrepit man came from behind the curtain. He was a skinny individual with no hair on the top of his head and a long, wispy white beard and moustache. He wore a purple robe with gold moons and stars on it, and blinked through a tiny pair of gold framed glasses. Hid voice sounded weak, but friendly. "Why. . . why hello there my dear - can I help you with something?" ((I've never read a Forgotten Realms novel so I have no idea how close my description of Waterdeep is! Heh. . . Oops! Have to go, Kheldar's actions will be posted later!)) :)
Finwe 03-07-04, 09:45 PM	Originally posted by Kheldar Devaentar [b]*snip* [/size]²Hillsfar: The city where Messianica rules. There's a giant anti-magic field covering the city to protect if from hostile magical attacks. *snip* Neither of which will be true for long :devil: ________________________________________ _____________ As the three Zeniths stand in the middle of the fray, Finwe opens yet another gate. Yet this one leads to The Elemental Plane of Fire! :mage: Lava gushes out into the enemy ranks, revivifying the fallen Phoenix but burning instantly the enemy soldiers. Even those far away can feel the waves of heat emanating from the laval, and some of the more cold inclined creatures take to the water to cool. Before it becomes too out of control, however, Finwe closes the gate and freezes the lava with a cold fireball (master of elements is fun :mage: )
Drindin 03-07-04, 09:48 PM	((Fixed my post... the quintet is now approaching the army via tiger-back.))
Elvin Queen 03-08-04, 12:37 AM	Thank you Emeraldeyes, I am feeling a little better. Where is everyone? I did not need my own private tent to be healed.” One of the healers next to Emeraldeyes came up with a cup of Elvin tea. “Is this plum tea? Why Emeraldeyes you remember after all these years.” The Queen smiled at the happy memories of their old adventuring days. The forest of Mir the canyons that created tranquil shadows in the height of day. “You know Emeraldeyes I was thinking of that time,” Suddenly Elisa didn’t see very good. “What? Why?” After that everything went dark.
Let me tell you a Story 03-08-04, 12:46 AM	Take her away to are sister Messianica” Emeraldeyes said to the people that Mytus sent. “It is time to end the army of lights evil attack against my people.” She turned and headed out the tent flap. “Soon we shall see the nonbelievers sinful acts stopped and they shall be punished.” Her bodyguard saluted and followed.
kulideb 03-08-04, 07:44 AM	The elf wished she had more time to stay and look round the city, she could spend ages just looking in all the shop windows. "There look shady." she said pointing to a sign. Once inside the elf was greeted by an old man, Kulideb looked him over, he seemed friendly enough. "Err..Hello, a friend recomended you to me. He said you could transport me." She smiled and put the bag of coins on the desk. "Oh, yes he also said to ask for teleport with out errors, thank you." She felt Shady leave her as the spider thought it best to make its own way. The man looked at her as if waiting for some thing else, the elf thought for a bit then blushed. "I need to teleport to justout side of Hillsfar....with out error."
sculyblast 03-08-04, 09:02 AM	((Ooc: What the hell this wasn't mytus plan, looks like Senis did some own work without telling mytus.. )) Senis Senis looked to Emeraldeyes, and then said with a wispering voice as he allways has: "thank you.. My Sister.. But Do not drink form the water..., I poured some poison in it.., Here is a scroll for your own water.., your deeds will long be known in Hillsfar." ((Ooc: not That Senis never told to work of Mytus.. and if you heared some rumors about that he was working for Helator.)) Senis took something from his long robe and then put it in the hands of Emeraldeyes. "keep this save for me sister.. don't use it or show it to anyone." with the queen on his back senis vanished right in front of Emeraldeyes
Savael 03-08-04, 09:12 AM	The remaining forces of Hillsfar slowly began to beat their retreat back towards the newly arrived landing-ships. The battle had been long, and hard, and now seemed as good a time as any to make their retreat. Sergeant Lynen counted his bedraggled force of men one last time as the scurried their way off towards the ships. Fighting was still going on, but it was mainly along the lines directed by the mercenaries meant to cover their retreat. It was all over now anyhow... That last charge of elven cavalery had all but devestated his squad, sending them fleeing back towards their ships. The ground here wasn't so packed with bodies, he noted, mainly arrows and the occational hastily errected tent now trampeled into the murky slush of blood and mud that covered the battlefield... but they were still there... the bodies... In the mean time, Savael tried to catch his breath and steady his footing... The ground here wasn't too solid... He glared up at the forboding shape of nightcloak hill, towering over the forest as the first rays of dawn finally began creeping over the horizon. The interferring wretches might have won the battle here, that much was true... but he was at least going to have som fun before the time was up... He brought forth a somewhat musty, leather-bound scroll from the belt he was wearing, and mouthed the incantations required to activate the spell... The scroll held a dim visage depicting something along the lines of a hailstorm...? And what a hailstorm! With a vaguely determined look on his face he directed the effects of the Ice storm spell over the nearest group of enemy soldiers, and watched with some satisfaction as the first enormous chunks of ice began to hurtle from the sky... Just then the line of orcs some distance to his right recieved a charge of a rather peculiar nature. A charge consisting on no less than ten red-haired, sword-swinging women... Probably off elven decent by the looks of it... His mercenaries seemed uneasy, unable to do little more than form sturdy ranks of shields and blades against this red-haired menace. Something had to be done... there was even something strangely familiar about this one. Savael reached for the shield that was slung across his back and spoke the required command word in hushed tones, releasing his grip on the shield... It danced so easily around him, his dancing shield, flowing smoothly through the air as he set forth down the slopes towards the ranks of mercenaries. He would see what this elf could offer him in the way of honest combat... His hand felt sweathy inside the metallic confines of his locked gauntlet. He swallowed, this one had a... certain... potential... if you could put it like that. Khaira...
aravilar_holistacia 03-08-04, 01:55 PM	From atop the hill, one of Aravilar's lieutenants could see the overall success of the army; Finwe's elemental portal reviving the phoenix, Camaris' spell decimating the enemy, the Queen's troops breaking through the enemy's vanguard, and the retreat of the enemy's main body. But where was the Army Commander himself? "Aravilar, my lord?" called out Reian. "Commander, where have you gone?" the lieutenant-wizard called. The lieutenant continued to search for the commander for hours, but he was nowhere to be found. ---- Of course Aravilar had been to Waterdeep before, but on this trip it seemed much more malevolent than usual. The mage was clothed entirely in black, a definite change in appearance evident. He was walking down the streets, searching for a specific house. The mage raised a long-fingered hand and said, "Ram en'templa." There was a spark of light in front of him, then the light disappeared. "Hmm..." Aravilar said. "Her shadowdancing seems to be affecting even *my* magic." The mage was lost in thought until his eyes wandered over a shop nearby... with a certain female elf standing outside, talking to the shop's owner. Aravilar silently walked up next to her under the pretense of looking at a dark, sparkling spell component. Because of the dark clothing and Aravilar's own illusion spells, it was nigh impossible for Kulideb to recognize him... so Aravilar lowered the illusory face he had conjured. His elven features once again spread across his face, and his mismatched gray and blue eyes lit up his face again. He said out of the corner of his mouth, still looking at the dark crystals, "It took six hours to find you, and you're already leaving?" Aravilar did not look up into her face.
sculyblast 03-08-04, 03:12 PM	Mytus suddenly Mytus remembered he missed something, something small.. what was it? strange He did not remember what he missed jet he did know he missed something. He looked around, well he guessed he would just be checking Breadner then. When he arrived he saw that Breadner was allready busy again making his little traps.. "So Breadner, I assume you finished your little peice of masterwork, would you?" "yes I did" this tone seemed rather emotion less and make Mytus wonder. "hmzz Breadner can you please run one round around the field?" "as you wish" breadner started to run one lap of the field when he finished Mytus knew what was going on. "oke Breadner, fool, where is your thralling device?" "here around my finger" "take it off" "as you wish" .. "Whoow dude!! that was some :censored::censored::censored::censored: ing wierd experiance" "Now hand me over that ring! and never make such a mistake again" Breadner gave the ring to Mytus and mytus put it away
Messianica the Savior 03-08-04, 04:48 PM	http://nwn.unforgottenrealms.net/downloads/portraits/lyn05_lg.jpg Redemption City The news reached Messianica as she was taking her morning bath. The hot spring was bubbling, and the fragrant smell of rose petals had been added by the attendants. Laying her glistening body slowly into the warm water, she floated and her reddish hair swaying slowly in the fragrant bath. But it was to good to last, for Gayle, one of her many followers had come in with tragic news. “I am sorry my lady of Salvation. But the battle has gone badly” He hands her the message from the frontlines. Messianica opens the note and reads it carefully. “Savael has informed me that they are retreating with two thirds of are army intact” She frowned at this news; Gayle also saw her expression and could not help but ask. “My lady is that not at least some good news? Many of are army yet lives to fight!” Messianica came out of the water rather fast for Gayle liking for she looked at him with anger in her eyes. Her naked body-dripping wet with rose petals attached to her skin. “At Daggerfalls nearly half the population died for are cause. Not one was a warrior or a fighter of great skill. Yet they fought to the death! She turned around and walked to the large ornate window. Her nude body glistening from light coming from the window. “The good news from this letter is that the Army of light, has suffered casualties of at least thirty percent. Not all ran when the heat was on and the blood was spilling. Those one third that died for us shall be remembered in the coming days. Tell the people that in a day or two General Savael returns and that a celebration should be made in his honor. Music, food and fireworks, yet after the festivities, then have him report to me personally.” Gayle bowed and walked out to do his duty.
Kheldar Devaentar 03-08-04, 07:29 PM	Forest: Kheldar and Branth http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif Tress quickly darted in and out of his vision as Kheldar made his way to the City of Redemption. Messianica would probably be ready to chop off his head for being so late! Hopefully word of Agudo's death had already reached her, and that could appease her until he arrived. As Kheldar continued to navigate through the forest he felt an intense heat at his back side. When he quickly glimpsed over his shoulder to see what it was, he was quite alarmed to see his broom and cloak on fire! Without a moments thought one hand darted into his cloak and produced a flask. He removed the stopper, pointed the flask at the flames, and braced himself for what was about to happen. "Geyser!" A solid stream of water burst out from the flask, completely drenching his cloak and back side of his broom! The flames were gone in an instant, and so was a little bit of Kheldar's control on his broom! The pressure from the flask instantly caused the broom to shoot 6 feet up and 8 feet forward, not to mention it forced the tip of the broom up, making it fly in a giant loop! From under the broom Branth sees a forceful stream of water shoot right at him! After his roller-coaster ride Kheldar gracefully regained control of his broom, and landed on top of a high tree branch. His eyes quickly scanning the area for his attacker. * * * Waterdeep: Kulideb The skinny wizard behind the desk made a weak smile and either chuckled or coughed, it was hard to tell. "Teleport without error? . . Oh we don't call it that any more. . . They've switched the name to greater teleport. I tell you, wizards these days have no imagination at all. Now-a-days they just tack on the word greater in front of spells when they come up with better versions. Why I remember back in the day when greater invisibility was called. . ." The wizard blinked. "Oh. . . I'm sorry my dear, you didn't come here to hear an old man like me ramble. Let me check to see if you have the money." The old wizard gently tapped on the brown sack. The string that kept the sack tightly shut magically unraveled, and gold coins started rapidly shooting out of the bag. In very little time there were 23 stalks 100 coins high hovering in the air inside his shop. "Greater coin counting" The wizard grunted, but smiled when he looked back to Kulideb. "Yes, you have enough." He handed Kulideb the brown sack. "I've heard word of an anti-magic field around Hillsfar. . . And although I can't penetrate you inside of the anti-magic field's boundaries, I'll see to it that you're as close to the city as possible. . . Have a safe trip my dear." "Greater Teleport!" * * * Waterdeep: Aravilar Aravilar could hear the ambient noise of people bartering and haggling with each other outside in the Trades Ward. The spell component he looked at seemed pretty unspectacular. It would be a wonder if the quality of it was good enough be used used in any spell. The Elf he had quietly talked to stopped her conversation with the wizard and turned around to happily acknowledge him. Like Kulideb she was a very attractive Elven maiden. Unlike Kulideb, however, she wore large glasses with thick lenses. "Hello Sir! I'm sorry to hear you had so much trouble finding us, but I can assure you I'm not going any where. Can I help you find anything?" Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley ((Please note, Céan Udiel's shop was an inside store with no windows for light and nothing on the walls except his plaque and curtains. . . Going by Aravilar's description, he's in another wizard's storefront.))
Finwe 03-08-04, 07:48 PM	Originally posted by Kheldar Devaentar Waterdeep: Kulideb *Snip* The skinny wizard behind the desk made a weak smile and either chuckled or coughed, it was hard to tell. "Teleport without error? . . Oh we don't call it that any more. . . They've switched the name to greater teleport. I tell you, wizards these days have no imagination at all. Now-a-days they just tack on the word greater in front of spells when they come up with better versions. Why I remember back in the day when greater invisibility was called. . ." *Snip* :rofl: :rofl:
Leetah 03-08-04, 10:04 PM	"Leetah?. . .Oh Leetah?" A short young girl with shoulder length red hair and sparkling blue eyes dashed about the battlefield, searching for her friend. "Leetah where are you!?" The girl's eyes narrowed in on a blanket of long golden hair in the distance, undoubtedly belonging to the cleric she was searching for. "There she is! Leetah!" Running to her friend, the girl started calling out the orders she was instructed to relay. "Kanziel wants all members of the Healing Hand to report to the front lines of the battle! Men are in desperate need of healing on both sides. We're suppose to-*" The girl stopped calling out her instructions when she realized Leetah wasn't paying any attention to her. "Leetah! Are you even listening to me?" http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongleetah.gif “Let it be known from this day forth my hero of the healing Arts. I shall be there to protect your good name, your virginity and your honor from all who seek to do you harm lady Leetah.” The knight releases his hold over Leetah's chin and then gently takes her hand, offering it a single kiss. Leetah stood quietly as she watched the knight perform the deed. She felt as honoured as she did speechless. "Am I interrupting anything important?" "SARAH!?!?" Leetah almost jumped out of her skin when she saw her friend standing right beside them! The younger red-headed cleric wore a grin that was almost wide enough to split her face in two. "I was. . .ummmm. . .That is I mean to say. . ." Sarah burst into laughter as she grabbed Leetah's hand and pulled the blushing Cleric away. "Come on silly! You can flirt with your boy friend later. We have orders to follow!" Leetah tried to protest against Sarah's accusations, but whatever the blond was trying to argue was lost in the red-head's un-suppressible giggling! * * * The two cleric's continued to make their way to the front lines where they were needed, only stopping occasionally to heal a few injured soldiers along the way. The topic of discussion during the walk really hadn't changed very much. Sarah just wouldn't stop talking about Kheldorn! "I can't believe what I heard that guy say to you! 'Protect your virginity?' That was priceless!" ". . .Sarah. . .Please. . ." Leetah's eyes passed over a nearby unit of curious looking soldiers. The humiliated cleric saw several perky grins emerge from underneath the slits of the men’s helmets. "Oh come on Leetah, what do you have to be so embarrassed about? One of the high-ranking commanders in the Army of Light has the ‘hots’ for you! Do you how lucky that makes you!?" Leetah didn't respond. She didn't know how to! She just wished Sarah would keep her voice down. Others were beginning to stare. "Seriously though. He'd be a smart match for you. Handsome, brave, willing to protect your 'innocence.'" The last part of her statement sent Sarah into a torrent of giggles again. Leetah looked hopelessly to the heavens. "Well come on Leetah! Aren't you going to say anything? What do you think of Kheldorn? Isn't he the man of you dreams?" Leetah blushed a little, but didn't say anything. Her eyes looked a little troubled. Sarah frowned. "What's your problem Leetah? The gods have just handed you the perfect partner in life and you can't even talk about him? Shouldn't you at least be just a 'little bit' happy?" Leetah continued to remain silent as she walked beside her friend; the turmoil in her eyes seemed to be growing. Something was on Leetah's mind. Sarah's frown deepened. ". . .Your thinking about that damned assassin again! Aren't you?" To Be Continued. . . (( This post was starting to get too long, so I had to cut it off. And to think, I'm only about half finished writing everything I had wanted to. I'll finish posting the remainder of this dialogue a little later. Sorry if I’m boring you all to tears guys. )) Artwork copyright © 2003, Christopher C. Quigley
aravilar_holistacia 03-08-04, 10:30 PM	Originally posted by Kheldar Devaentar Waterdeep: Aravilar Aravilar could hear the ambient noise of people bartering and haggling with each other outside in the Trades Ward. The spell component he looked at seemed pretty unspectacular. It would be a wonder if the quality of it was good enough be used used in any spell. The Elf he had quietly talked to stopped her conversation with the wizard and turned around to happily acknowledge him. Like Kulideb she was a very attractive Elven maiden. Unlike Kulideb, however, she wore large glasses with thick lenses. "Hello Sir! I'm sorry to hear you had so much trouble finding us, but I can assure you I'm not going any where. Can I help you find anything?" Aravilar quickly said, "I apologize, my lady. I have the wrong store." OOC: Evil... Gordon... Quigley.... Must... not... lash out... The mage continued walking down the long rows of shops until he finally said, "This is pointless." He raised a hand and allowed a long strand of spellstuff to emanate from it... and the spellstuff sped away into the shop to his right. A purple sign was displayed about the entrance. "Ah." The mage walked into the store, a dark, dank place, and noticed a certain, small elf standing at the counter. He did as before and sidled up next to her before saying furtively, "My lady, I do think that either Mystra is keeping us apart, else the designs of the multiverse have evolved tragically." As before, the mage did not look into Kulideb's eyes.
Agudo Archmage 03-09-04, 01:50 AM	((OOC Attention the DM is about to speak …Yes that right stand in ahh of my mighty Power!… :bow: :bow: :bow: Now the Battle at Tesh river should be winding down. Most of Savael troops should have "or" about to leave. The post Messianica made about the deaths on both side is correct. Nearly one third for both sides the Army of Light coming out a little better. I was disappointed in the fact that the Army of Light couldn’t seem to post some deaths and casualties on its side. :bored: But that is a matter of experience in writing a balanced post. :teach: Lets try to make the next battle little harder. It will take the Army of Light some time to heal and regroup. Then at least four days of marching to reach the ten-mile mark to the city of Hillsfar- Redemption city. But two days before the city is reached, another situation will take place for the Army of Light. What you say? We shall all see soon enough!:mage: Yet for now use this time for conversation between each other during the regrouping and slow march. ))
Drindin 03-09-04, 09:52 AM	((I figure that by that time, the knights of the tiger would've reached the army, hmm?))
Khaira 03-09-04, 10:07 AM	Khaira continues to charge after the retreating armed forces, the enemy. One sword switches to her other hand as the now-free hand reaches into the folds of her cloak and bring out three daggers, held int he crooks of her hands. She lets the three daggers fly as three soldiers fall, helpless. She charges past the now fallen soldiers, and begins to leap into the fray again. "Come on, cowards! Stay and fight! You are so great and fearless, and now you run! Who will fight me! I challenge you all! Every last one of you!"
sculyblast 03-09-04, 02:10 PM	Nienses and The Slinger There it was, Finally, Hillsfar. Nienses and Lampey only had to pass another few yards and they would be there, but it was unneccisary, since Mytus was outsite talking to The other Guy he brought allong. they Quickly walk in his direction. "Mytus! We have finished our orders." Nienses told him Quickly. "Good.. Nienses you will help Breadner here on the craft of his Plans, you lampey, you will company Messianica where ever whe goes, and remember my name is Helator, and don't tell her of my real connection with you" "yes Sir! where can I find her?" The Slinger answered "If I am right she will still be in the gardens" Mytus Answered him quickly The Halfling moved in the direction of Hillsfar. "Dude my work done, allmost, I think that Miss Nienses..?, here, does fine, after some instructions. I need some info" Breadner told Mytus when he thought to hear he needed to share his planning skills with.. A Woman!! He would just get some info and would be done. "Good.., then you will come with me insite of Hillsfar" "So what will my Job be?" Nienses curious asked as a answer to this Breadner showed her some maps then Nienses took a sad face since she knew it was going to be a hard job crafting Breadner's plans. "are you comming with me Breadner?" Mytus Asked Breadner Then both of them Walked into Hillsfar Nienses watched as they vanished after the city gates and started her work, with some kind of dispite Ooc: Lets try to make the next battle little harder. I think My 4 Npcs play a big role in that part :devil:
sculyblast 03-09-04, 02:13 PM	The Slinger Lampey Quickly entered Hillsfar, and rushed himself to the gardens where he found Messianica, and to her he bowed and said: "Lampey Pooltree, Sendt by Helator, at your service every hour of the day."
DiplomaticSorcerer 03-09-04, 02:36 PM	Originally posted by Agudo Archmage But that is a matter of experience in writing a balanced post. :teach: Lets try to make the next battle little harder. But....but...I was out of arrow range! And it took my entire group of mages to cast that spell! And my character already said that he wouldn't do it again in order to cut down on the wear and tear on his own mind! And....and...and........sorry. It just seemed like such a cool spell!
sculyblast 03-09-04, 02:37 PM	Senis on the Penelouses of Hillsfar Senis Re-appeared. still tightly holding the Queen on his shoulders, he walked into hillsfar, if some might have noticed, He smiled, and not for the reason most guessed him to smile for, yet he did, he searched for Mytus.. and yes there he walked with Breadner.. Quickly I shadowed them. then when they reached a less crowded Area, Senis showed himself to Mytus, almost wispering: "Helator.. I bring you the body of THe Elvin Queen.. as you demanded.. " Mytus was supprised "Well a very good job indeed, Senis, My "loyal" follower, we let me see.." on Mytus request Senis put the uncaucious body of the Queen on the ground. "Dude! How did you did-it so fast! 't would Take me more then a month!" breadner supprisly Said. "Well.. Easily.. I just reinforced Myself with A little spy.. Emeraldeys.. If you may know her.. Helator.. " "Oke let's take all her Gear away and make sure she can't escape us." Senis started to undress the Queen untill she was only laying there in her underwear, then he added: "Interesting.." "Dude! what "interesting"?" "The body.. it does not fit.. the usual senerios.. for A elvish queen.. " "What? are you suggesting, that she may not even be a legal Elvish Queen? Could she be a clone or lookalike?" "No clone.. Body-structures are to eldered.. for a clone.. some other points.. are more interesting.. " then Senis took a marker from his robe and started to draw lines on the queen's near Nude Body. "See.. The structure is Invailid.. to those of other Elvish kings.. and Queens.., No even.. to those of normal Elven.. " "Dude? How Do you know this stuff?" "I have serval Elvish Occations.. Before" "Oke, It doesn't Matter Right now how inVailable the structure of her Body is, Just tell me, Do we have the Right Person here?" "positive.." "Then just Tie her up and make sure she can't escape, I need her Right now, yess.." Senis tied THe Queen's Arms And legs together, put a piece of tape on her mouth, he did not understand where Mytus wanted that for but he did as was commanded to him. and then he put her in a cage. "Good, Senis I want you to guard the Queen untill i return, Breadner you will come with me and recieve the Information you need, and I will Now Report messianica about the Queen's Arrival" Mytus and Breadner Moved to the Gardens, Senis remained behind, wondering What was this Invailablility with the Queen of Elves..
sculyblast 03-09-04, 02:43 PM	After having talked a Few minites With Lampey, Messianica Had to Recieve the company of Mytus(aka: helator) And Breadner as well. ((You can still roleplay the few minites allone with lampey if you wish to.)) "Mylady, Elisa, The queen of Elves has just been brought in by one of my followers, furthermore, Breadner here Requieres the knowledge of Army number available."
kulideb 03-09-04, 04:14 PM	The elf waited while the man counted the coins. She felt the air cool and a shimmer start at his words of Greater Teleport. Then she spotted him. "Aravil..." The rest was lost as the spell took hold. When the lights stopped dancing the elf was in a hollow. She rubbed at her brow, now she was seeing things, Aravilar now why would he be in a shop at Waterdeep the elf thought, I must still be under the effects of that coffee. I will never, never as long as I live let a drop of that liquid pass my lips again!
sculyblast 03-09-04, 04:40 PM	Nienses nienses was just working on one of Breadners "master designs" which totally freeked he out for being so complicated when suddenly a Young elven girl appeared right before her nose how could she have gotten here? she would have noticed her if she had walked here. "Miss? where did you come from? I must warn you, these lands are no longer save in these times A great war is approching us"
Finwe 03-09-04, 05:00 PM	Originally posted by DiplomaticSorcerer But....but...I was out of arrow range! And it took my entire group of mages to cast that spell! And my character already said that he wouldn't do it again in order to cut down on the wear and tear on his own mind! And....and...and........sorry. It just seemed like such a cool spell! And my summmoned army was surrounded and a bunch died... :(
Messianica the Savior 03-09-04, 10:18 PM	http://nwn.unforgottenrealms.net/downloads/portraits/lyn05_lg.jpg “ooc I am sure you guys read my last post and just forgot that I moved inside to the bath. :tantrum: :banghead: That’s ok Just make a note where I am now.” ;) As she robed herself in the the heated bath another one of her followers Morgan came in. “Yes?” My lady of Redemption a person by the name of Lumpy! She then heard a voice form behind Morgan whisper loudly Lampey! Ahh yes Lampy. He turned and showed Lampey in. “Hello Lampey what is it that you can do for me.” {Latter that hour} “Why Helator you have returned and you say the Queen is here” Messianica looks behind Helator then turns back to him. “Lets see the Queen before we talk about military matters”
Good Knight 03-09-04, 11:15 PM	The dashing knight of the Radiant Heart Order was smitten by the young lady. She seem to become flush at his gentlemanly kiss, yet he could see she was touched by is words. Sadly Leetah was dragged away by her duties that he of all people, so clearly understood. Keldorn looked around the battlefield, as skirmishes were still taking place. But from what he could see most of the battle was over. “Trumpeter sound the call to order, I want what’s left of my troops in line as soon as possible.” The Righteous Knight was sadden at all of his brave ladies and men of the Order who had not survived. “We will be lucky to get more than half a regiment when all is said and done” He just shook his head and gathered his people together.
sculyblast 03-10-04, 02:53 AM	Lampey "Well mylady, Helator has send me here for your company" Mytus "well if you wish to, then just follow me" mytus told her "If you don't bother I have found a peacefull way to get knowledge over enemy plan of battle without any kind of torture device mentioned." they walked to where Senis was still guarding the Cage where the Queen was kept in ((maybe they waited a while till messianica dressed)) and then Mytus showed Messianica the Sleeping Elf.
aravilar_holistacia 03-10-04, 03:02 AM	Originally posted by kulideb The elf waited while the man counted the coins. She felt the air cool and a shimmer start at his words of Greater Teleport. Then she spotted him. "Aravil..." The rest was lost as the spell took hold. When the lights stopped dancing the elf was in a hollow. She rubbed at her brow, now she was seeing things, Aravilar now why would he be in a shop at Waterdeep the elf thought, I must still be under the effects of that coffee. I will never, never as long as I live let a drop of that liquid pass my lips again! "Gods damn it! Damn it all!" Aravilar said scathingly, lashing out at the shop clerk. He grabbed the man by his collar and slammed him against the wall, lifting him several inches from the ground. "Where did you send her? Where is she now?" But the mage did not wait for an answer before he threw the man to the ground. "I will find her myself!" The mage raised a hand and touched it to the patch of ground that the elven woman had been standing on.... and he allowed a spell to flow from his fingers. The divination revealed something dreadful. "YOU SENT HER TO HILLSFAR?!?!" Aravilar nigh-screamed. "Damn you, old man!" he cried, before opening a portal and running at breakneck speed through it. Aravilar appeared not in the spot he intended, but outside a forest of tall trees. "Where in the name of Mystra am I?" he yelled, sending birds from trees and shaking the air around him. "Kulideb!" he called into the wood. "I know you are in there somewhere! The Army needs your help! I need your help!" Frustrated, Aravilar mumbled, "Is there no hope for the Army now?"
Kheldar Devaentar 03-10-04, 06:12 AM	:schemes: Waterdeep The door bell to Céan Udiel's shop rang as a young Elf with large glasses entered. She looked about Céan's shop and shook her head with a smile. He was too old fashioned. Just about every other mage in Waterdeep displayed their wares, at least the cheaper ones, to lure in prospective customers and would-be adventurers. But Old Céan always believed he could showcase nothing and still be successful with just his reputation alone. And to his credit he did very well for himself! Even with his bare walls. "Hello, Céan? Ulrik needs another favor. . . He's wondering if you can help him make a warhammer for a Dwarven client of his. He can make it all except for one spell he doesn't know. . . oh?" From outside Céan's shop, a high pitched scream can be heard. Instantly the young elf dashed out of the building and into the streets, she was quite visibly shaking! "SOMEONE HELP! PLEASE!!! CÉAN - -- CÉAN'S DEAD!" ((EDIT OoC: Finwe, thanks for the chuckles. Hee hee, I'm glad someone liked my silly D&D humor. :)))
Branth 03-10-04, 08:53 AM	The geyser of water hits Branth head on, forcing him to the ground. With a groan he shakes it off just in time to see Kheldar land in a tree. Quickly climbing the tree Branth reaches Kheldar's branch and climbs along it till he is under Kheldar's cloak. Looking up as Kheldar is looking around for an attacker, Branth tries to spot the dager. If he see's it he'll make a lunge at it and try to take it away!
kulideb 03-10-04, 10:59 AM	The elf looked at the person in front of her, she still felt a little unsteady from the spell. "Err...well met?" she said Just then a shout cut threw the air. "Oh, thats me,...I mean hes calling for me." she smiled. "Aravilar, over here!" she called back. It was only then that she thought she should have asked the lady whose side she was on in this war.
sculyblast 03-10-04, 01:39 PM	Nienses "Who is this Aravilar you speak of? is he.. Foe?" Nienses looked up to kulideb with a face of innocence. "Miss, if you bring him here you will probably be the one to destroy the people of Hillsfar, are you sure you can live with that guilt always stalking you?"
aravilar_holistacia 03-10-04, 02:39 PM	Originally posted by kulideb "Aravilar, over here!" she called back. "Kuli!" Aravilar called out. "Where are you?" he called, running into the woods.
kulideb 03-10-04, 03:26 PM	The elf looked unsure at the lady as she thought about what she had said. "No, what I need to talk to him about has nothing to do with war, it is about love." She looked unsure, part of her wanted to go to Aravilar, she had lost one good friend to death already could she afford to push another away from her. "I must go to him. Good bye my lady." With that the elf turned and began to walk away from the lady.
Savael 03-10-04, 03:29 PM	A tiny drop of sweat ran down Savaels brow as he clenched his gauntleted fist reassuringly. His enchanted shield soared lazily past, bobbing along in the air around him as it danced to protect him of it’s own accord... It had been well worth the time and money he’d spent on it. The final ranks of retreating soldiers and mercenaries parted for him, revealing the lithe figure of the red-haired fiend that had so culled their initial numbers. "Come on, cowards! Stay and fight! You are so great and fearless, and now you run! Who will fight me! I challenge you all! Every last one of you!" The red-haired elf’s challenge rose to meet the sky of the early dawn that now lay over the battlefield, and Savael answered it fittingly... “Your challenge is accepted, elf. Come, face me if you will!” He had laid his eyes upon this one once before. Upon the deck of an elven air-ship, flying high above the ground, she had sung her tunes of battle as Agudo the Arcane Lord had rallied his friends to the last facing with the King of Liches... high up in faraway Icewind Dale.
aravilar_holistacia 03-10-04, 04:04 PM	Originally posted by kulideb "I must go to him. Good bye my lady." With that the elf turned and began to walk away from the lady. "There you are!" Aravilar called to the girl, running to her. "I was worried sick you had been hurt in the explosion." The mage wrapped his arms around Kulideb. "I thought you were..." Aravilar said, his words faltering, unable to speak the word "dead". He shot a look at the other woman. "Who might you be, lady?" Aravilar asked kindly.
Kheldar Devaentar 03-10-04, 06:02 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif What Branth finds under Kheldar's cloak is a crossbow quarrel aimed directly at him! TWANG After the first shot Kheldar leapt into the air, leaving Branth on the tree branch. He slipped his hand into his cloak to pull another crossbow bolt, but found nothing. Kheldar frowned, He would just have to use something else than, a knife. Kheldar thought the word and one appeared in his hand. He threw it hard, hoping to pin one of Branth's wings to the tree, then he could go in closer for the kill. Branth can't help but notice how black the blade of the incoming knife is, or how dark it's handle is. Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
Khaira 03-10-04, 08:12 PM	Originally posted by Savael A tiny drop of sweat ran down Savaels brow as he clenched his gauntleted fist reassuringly. His enchanted shield soared lazily past, bobbing along in the air around him as it danced to protect him of it’s own accord... It had been well worth the time and money he’d spent on it. The final ranks of retreating soldiers and mercenaries parted for him, revealing the lithe figure of the red-haired fiend that had so culled their initial numbers. "Come on, cowards! Stay and fight! You are so great and fearless, and now you run! Who will fight me! I challenge you all! Every last one of you!" The red-haired elf’s challenge rose to meet the sky of the early dawn that now lay over the battlefield, and Savael answered it fittingly... “Your challenge is accepted, elf. Come, face me if you will!” He had laid his eyes upon this one once before. Upon the deck of an elven air-ship, flying high above the ground, she had sung her tunes of battle as Agudo the Arcane Lord had rallied his friends to the last facing with the King of Liches... high up in faraway Icewind Dale. Khaira watches with devious interest as the opposing army parts to reveal what she assumed was some sort of captain or commander of this army. She noted well the bobbing shield, that would most likely prove to be an interesting obstacle - but none harder than she had already encountered. Her gaze idly travelled the length of his body, taking note of his weaknesses as well as his strengths. She stops when she looks at his face.....had she seen him before? She was sure she had...her swords ,dripping with the blood from the carnage of the lives she had taken, seem to glow with an angry fury of their own... "A familiar face, have ye, sirrah." In her mind, in the far-away foggy memories of times long-gone, she sees a flying ship, and the man on top of that ship. She sees Agudo and countless others, fighitng, ever fighting. She knew this man this traitor; ironic it was - the new Headmistress versus the traitor and outcast. And how he was an Army Commander. What was his name...oh she knew it! It lingered on the edge of her mind...ah, yes...Savael....... "Savael, traitor to Agudo...how long has it been since that fateful day? This is irony, is it now? The traitorous man now an army commander versus the Headmistress of the School of Light and Magic, and friend to Agudo. This is not the first time you and I have met on a battlefield. Surrender now, and it will not be your last! Though I hold no pity for Master Agudo's murderer, I still hold some form of compassion in my heart, no matter how stony it has come to. Surrender, or mine shall be the last face ye see! The bards will sing of this battle for many eons to come; the evil army commander versus the Headmistress of Light, fighitng for deceased companions and the side of good!" With that, she readies one blade at Savael - it now gleams a dull red, and it seems to throb and thrum (not sure if that's a word...) as it sends a shocking vibration through the ground towards Savael. Her other sword, dull and dripping with blood remains at a defensive stance for now. She grimaces as several men from the Army of Light run up to her, ready to attempt to fight Savael. "They are relentless," she thought. She speaks to them, with her gaze still locked on Savael. She knew better than to take her gaze off of him. "Nay, my fighting comrades. This man is mine! No intereferences; my fury is not one that ye'd like to see if this battle is taken from me!"
Messianica the Savior 03-10-04, 10:17 PM	http://nwn.unforgottenrealms.net/downloads/portraits/lyn05_lg.jpg The cage held the one she sought, the Elvin Queen herself Elisa. Messianica walks slowly up to the cage and bends down, as she does so she grabs hold of Elisa chin. “Come now awaken Queen of the Elves, what do you have to say for yourself?”
Let me tell you a Story 03-10-04, 11:15 PM	“ ooc For those who read Cleric Quintet novels, you will recognize the Most Fatal Horror potion” Emeraldeyes walked on to the now diminishing battlefield and called for the reformation of the Elvin army. Within an hour most of the Elvin troops had been gathered around her. Some were hurt and others grieved for the loss of comrades. “As you know I am a close friend of Elisa your Queen and as you also know Aravilar has been emotionally unstable.” Many of the Elvin troops nod their heads in agreement. “He has been crying at a drop of a hat and disappearing at the worst times. Even know many of the Army of light commanders are looking for Aravilar. He lefts us during the height of battle!” She looks at them with shock on her face. “I am here to tell you why Aravilar has left and the evil deed he has done.” Emeraldeyes had to control her smile as not to let the others suspect anything. “This treacheries, mentally unstable mage of an Elf Aravilar, has kidnapped your Queen” Gasps went out form among the Elvin army. “My own fellow healers saw it happen, as we were healing Elisa from a battle wound. The crazed Aravilar grabbed onto your Queen, and took her with his fiendish magic.” Her bodyguard who was pretending to be a Cleric, mumbled some words and an image of the seen appeared above the ground. It showed Aravilar taking Elisa, and saying she was his and his alone! That he loved Elisa, and could not be stopped by anyone. The false image also showed Keldorn Firecam barging into the healing tent; yelling that he was in charge and that all mangy Elves were under his control. As all this was being done Emeraldeyes released a potion like mist into the air. She just couldn’t help but smile a little as it took effect. The Elves became insane with rage and anger and just before they began to lose control of themselves Emeraldeyes spoke again. “Over there is the humans and Keldorn! Kill them save your Queen and find that evil Aravilar.” At that all hell broke loose the Eves charge at the Radiant Heart army and any one who was not Elvin. Hacking and slashing as they charged into the unsuspecting former friends of light.
Finwe 03-10-04, 11:30 PM	Finwe rose above the head of the elven army, his brilliant wings glinting in the sunlight. Hiv commanding voice ringing through the battlefield, "STOP. The treacherous Emeraleyes is leading you into folly. She does not tread the path that you were meant to tread, she treads the path of the traitor, the worst of all. Any of you who fight against these knights here today shall incur the wrath of your gods. Corellion shall look upon you with disdain, and you shall be turned away from all that is good. Do not listen to this nave, for it shall be your downfall." After his speech, Finwe lands between the elven army and the knights of the radiant heart. "Any elf who wished to harm one of these men shall have to get by me first." He raises his staff, ready to cast a spell at any elf who so much as dwars a weapon.... OOC: Aravilar's name affinity informed him of Emer's trechery, and so he telepathied Finwe about it. Just incase you thought I was metagaming...
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Good Knight 03-11-04, 09:45 AM	Keldorn was just walking back to his tent when a mighty yell rang out from behind him. “What?” Keldorn turns suddenly seeing the blood lust of his former Elvin friends. He raises his sword in a desperate fight, all his years of training coming in to play. The first Elf was easier too deal with for her aim was off by the pure wrath in this Elvin eyes. He took a couple of minor hits as the brave Knight wounded her in the leg. Fircam turns and heads for higher ground yelling for order in this madness. “Stop!” But two more of the deranged people came at him. Keldorn shoved one of them with his foot but the Elf cast magic at him. Fortunately Fircam was a Knight trained in dealing with Wizards. The Knight of the Radiant Heart resisted the enchantment cast by the Elvin Wizard and charge forth knocking the magic user on his back. Taking the back of his sword, Keldorn hits the Elf on the head knocking him out. Looking up he sees Leetah of in the distances. “Leetha look out! The Elves have been cursed, have you any Cleric spells to calm them?” Then another mage Finwe came but this one was on his side trying to verbally talk with insane Elves. “Cast a spell Finwe!”
Drindin 03-11-04, 09:46 AM	Reginald points towards the brave nights of the Radiant Heart. "LOOK YONDER! FELLOW KNIGHTS! LET US RIDE FORTH AND ASSIST THEM IN THEIR BATTLES!" With that, reginald pulls his tiger around. Jared lets loose another bellow on his horn, and the tigers ride down towards the other knights with a great war-howl. The four knights wearing hide armour ride two to a side of Reginald, in his plate armour, all five of them waving their war-axes above their heads. The huge tigers reach Kheldar and his regiment... and UP AND OVER they leap, into the path of the blood lusting elves, rearing their mighty head with a great might roar!
sculyblast 03-11-04, 01:32 PM	Nienses "My name will be Nienses, lord" nienses said with (for the finnest ears) a bit of dispite in these words "I will serve the defendance of hillsfar, since sonething precious to me, which I foolishly gave away, was promissed me back after my service." she paused for a while "If I am right your name will be Aravilar, A general of The army of light, opposting the army of Hillsfar.. Sir, I suggest you will leave this place as quick as possible, or I am forced to call the guards" and with a tiny voice she said "I am sorry"
sculyblast 03-11-04, 01:44 PM	Mytus "well My lady you promissed me to sign the contract" *holds up the contract* ((Ooc: Elisa doesn't recognize mytus, since he is quite good disguist, but he may look familiar to her))
aravilar_holistacia 03-11-04, 02:01 PM	Aravilar's pointed elven ears twitched several times in rapid succession as his name was blared out to all the multiverse. "My lady Kulideb, I must away... Omenta amin ie'nomora neva taur Tel'Cormanthor n'ala hosseamin bela tanna tal tel'Hillsfar; lye antuva curuealle." Aravilar hoped his quick words would be enough. As soon as he finished his sentence, he quickly opened a portal and appeared near the Lord Finwe. "Mi Finwe, cur milites nostri nos petiunt? Num insani sunt? Ubi Elisa Keldornque sunt? Et sacerdota Leetah? Ubi sunt duces mei?" Aravilar said quickly. "Necesse est nobis reperire quid agit!" Aravilar was fortunate to be an elven high mage; there was always a strict code of order in elven armies, and Aravilar knew just how to conbat this latest turn of events. "Elven soldiers! Stop your attack at once!" Aravilar commanded. He began the incantation to summon a blood dragon, the Pureblood Bane, the Dark of the Seldarine. Maybe they are crazed, but no elf can withstand the power of the Pureblood Bane dragon... Aravilar thought to himself. A fountain of red gushed from betwixt his fingers, and a large great wyrm blood dragon appeared, ready to strike on command. "You will halt your attack this instant!" Aravilar commanded. The blood dragon merely bared its red-stained ivory teeth and breathed dark red flame. (( OOC: See Elminster in Myth Drannor (c) Wizards of the Coast, Inc 2001 by Ed Greenwood, pages 13-14, for more RP info about blood dragons. Aravilar used the blood of some of the fallen soldiers to create the dragon, which is fueled by the death of Pureblood elves (hence the name Pureblood Bane). The blood dragon cannot be slain by any magic less than an epic level, although its summoner can dispel the beast. Any Elven High Mage can control the dragon if the spell Coronal's Word of Recall is cast. (The spell is considered 2e magic, akin to the spell Karsus Avatar and can only be cast by mages from the Arcane Age. ))
kulideb 03-11-04, 03:50 PM	The elf felt over whelmed at seeing Aravilar, while she had been away from him she had been able to shut thoughts of him out. She caught the elven words and nodded, just as he disapeared. She looked at the lady and shrugged. "He is always doing that, I am sorry my lady." The elf bowed then walked away. She made her way through the woods, wondering what the elven mage wanted with her. She soon got fed up with walking, and shadow jumped to a large oak tree. "He had better come." she muttered to her self.
DiplomaticSorcerer 03-11-04, 04:24 PM	Camaris received a telepathic message from Aravilar. His eyes widened. He gathered his scattered unit, but the new mage he had inducted was nowhere to be found. "We can't spare time to look for him. I hope to the gods that he's not dead, but we must leave." He looked one last time around the battlefield, then ordered his mages to teleport to Aravilar. He teleported himself, and found himself in a scene that might be found in the oldest fables. A blood dragon, summoned from the hand of Aravilar, holding back hundreds of elves. His men gasped at the sight of the primordial beast, but Camaris had a job to do. He was unable to cast a fly spell again, for fear that he wouldn't have enough power to perform the needed tasks. He ran toward the elves as fast as he could, yelling orders back at his men. "Cast every protection spell you can on me! I'm going to rush in there to try to enchant those elves!" He continued to run, his breath hissing in his throat.
sculyblast 03-11-04, 04:24 PM	Nienses watch this event from happening, well luckily she did not have to call the guards. she continued work
Finwe 03-11-04, 04:27 PM	Sokeaing quickly to Aravilar, Finwe replies, "Ibi Keldorn, sed Elisa non hic est. numinelli ex horum animi sunt!" He then strikes the ground with his staff, causeing fields of force to ripple to each side, solidifying into walls of utmost hardness. "The gods shall be the bane of your souls should you persist! turn back now or face the wrath of a creator!"
aravilar_holistacia 03-11-04, 04:58 PM	"Finwe, ubi Elisa regina est? Illa non in loco est?" Aravilar called through the screams of the elves. "Emove illos milites, Finwe! Illos insani sunt! Femina insana, Emeraldeyes, ex cathedra deae illos praeest!" Aravilar used one hand to hold the bonds containing the dragon and used his other hand to begin casting a disjunction spell.
Elvin Queen 03-12-04, 12:07 AM	Elisa head hurt her sight grew stronger though and then? A voice a voice she had heard somewhere before? “Don’t touch me!” The Queen barley spoke as she tried to slap away the hand of Messianica. Seeing clearly Elisa mouth dropped open. “You!” She said with great surprise, her emotions flooding her thought. “Messianica I cant believe it!” Standing and shaking her head some more Elisa the queen of the Elves, takes hold of Messianica hand and? And she gets on bended knee and kisses Messianica hand. “My Sister my Savior, I can only assume that Emeraldeyes plan has worked. Even now the blood of our enemies runs deep and more importantly the one we want is coming?”
Savael 03-12-04, 06:25 AM	"So, you know my name do you now, elf?" Savael nearly spat the last word as though it was a curse of some sort "Surrender? To you? I think not my dear Khaira, but ah, fear not - for I'll have you singing with the celestial choir soon enough. Now come, let our blades dance!" His eyes traveled for a moment, along the lenght of his opponents blade. A hart of dull crimson colour seemed to pulsate inside it... like some sort of... living thing But no, the pointy-eared little wretch would not gain the pleasure of seeing him uneasy. She might be a warrior of some skill, but that did not trouble him much... he would emerge victorious in the end... "I fought for my ideals in Icewind Dale as I do now, wench! No more no less. I knew Agudo well, both as a friend and enemy, but I thought no less of him for all his short-commings in this world..." He sneered "Now you on the other hand!" He suddenly leapt at her, the claws of his gauntlet leading the way. The tip of his clowen tongue ran swiftly across his dry lips as he fixed his unblinking eyes on Khaira, ready to act on her initiavtive... meeting her actions head on. Oh how he would love to see her blood flow! He would cut her pointy ears from her skull and wear them as a necklage, he would... He would... He would...
Branth 03-12-04, 08:56 AM	After dodging the crossbolt Branth regains his balance in time to see a dager coming at him. Branth can't help but notice how black the blade of the incoming knife is, or how dark it's handle is. o O( THATS THE ONE. GRAB IT! ) With a flying flip move that only a little dragon of his size could pull off Branth grabs the Dager in his talons and flies straight at Kheldar with it! Just before he gets within Kheldar's arm reach he breaths fire straight at his face, then flies over his head and away.......... A short while later. o O( Stop Branth, let's take a good look at it first and make sure it's the right one. ) Branth perches himself on a cliff ledge and looks the dager over. o O( Yes thats it. Let's get back to The school and sort this mess out.) Branth sends a quick message to Kulideb, letting her know he got what he was looking for and heading for the school. Then he gets an idea. He sends out another message to Kulideb asking her to shadow jump to his current location! o O( WHAT! Why? She come, she shadow jump us to school. I to tired fly further. Much quicker this way. Oh...Ok) So Branth perches himself in the sun, curled over tha dager as he waits.
Khaira 03-12-04, 09:56 AM	It is more of a dance than a counter attack, as Khaira moves. She actually laughs at Savael's actions. Did she think they were funny? Or was there some other motive behind whatever she found so humorous? With one blade she blocks the gauntlet of Savael and with the other sword she attempts a thrust in past his shield. Regardless of whether or not she hits him, she rolls to the left, out of the range of his gauntlet. It all seemed like a dance; even now,s he bobbed and weaved, never ceasing her movement. She was fast, that was sure. And now, her gaze locked onto Savael's. Her mouth opened and she sneers at the traitor. She began to circle Savael, looking for an opening, her movements also quick, rapid, waiting for his next attack, ready for the counter attack. This battle would be hers! "Ha! Ye had best do one better than that, Savael! Ye won't have my head so easily!" She continues to move around him, never staying in one spot for long. SHe had seen like battles, and mean who had fought, standing in one spot, made for an easy target. She then begins to sing; an eerie, almost demonic-sounding song. Her eyes are glazed over now, in the heat of battle, and she merely waits ... waits for the perfect time.
Good Knight 03-12-04, 10:04 AM	Keldorn Firecam just barely deflected a silver knife thrown at him by his armor. When he heard the sounds of the famed tiger knights charging forth bravely into battle. Reginald leading the way into mass of drugged out Elves and their rage. Keldorn barely had time to smile at his brethren of knights who were coming to his rescue. For another of those fine crafted Elvin swords slammed into his breastplate knocking the Radiant Heart knight back. Just before the insane bloodlust of an Elf chopped Keldorn head off. The experienced Knight lashed out with his long two handed sword of yor. Not to hit the in raged Elf but the rope that had a barrel conveniently tied to a barrel that was hung over and tied to a tree. As soon as Firecam did so he grabs hold of the now fast moving rope. Sending him high above his enemy and grabbing hold of that branch above. Just in time to see the barrel smash on to of the Elf. Firecam shook his head and chuckled “This reminds me when I was younger and more fool hearty.” All of a sudden a Aravilar appears no more than a hundred yards away. “It’s about time you returned to what is important the War!” Then Aravilar starts to conjure a mighty magical beast. “Of all the crazy Wizards in the world” Firecam bits his toung and speaks more calmly. “Finwe tell your crazy master Aravilar that we need these Elves alive! Or are army will be lost. Don’t you know any Sleep Spells? Or even Stunning Spell?” He looked for Leetah high above his perch hoping she was ok and trying her Clerical spells. He sees Leetah and opened his moth to call to her What ever Keldorn was going to say, was lost as the now frustrated angry Elves used their arrows.
Savael 03-12-04, 12:38 PM	Savael gave a slight smile as Khaira's sword came up to block his bladed gauntlet. She had some skill then, this elven bard. He should take cear not to underestimate her, he noted to himself as he swung around to meet this dancing ministrel once more. If she would only stand still for a moment or two... Khairas thrust was luckily deflected by his shield before she spun over to his left, although it left a nasty dent in the shields dull, gray facing. Savael could only congratulate himself on money well spent in that matter. But by the hells this one was fast! She moved with ease and nimbleness as he searched for an opening in her defenses. She might be gracefull, she might be swift... But if she kept her pace up like that she would surely grow tired sooner or later... at least he hoped so. And then it was that infernal laugh of her's! He would make sure she saved her breath for more important things... Like screaming for instance. He straightened up then, his gauntlet and shield held at the ready to deflect any blows from his opponent, as he raised his gaze to the heavens, drawing upon som powerful force deep within himself... Entangle With any luck; this ought to slow her down a bit he thought, as he watched the spell take effect...
Drindin 03-12-04, 01:59 PM	Reginald called out to his soilders. "HIT TO MAME! YOU HEARD THE KNIGHT! THEY NEED THEM ALIVE!" His soilders nodded, and began thwacking with the broad side of their blades.
kulideb 03-12-04, 04:11 PM	The elf walked backwards and forwards, hes punishing me she thought..Males! Just then an image from Branth came to her, Branth had found Kheldar and taken a knife from him. Well at least thats some thing good she thought. The grass was flat were she kept walking up and down, some thing else to add to my avoid list she thought, number one coffee, number two males who stand you up! Another image from Branth came. She smiled, it felt good to be able to do some thing useful she thought as she entered the shadow plane, it didnt take her too long to find Branth, curled up in the sun. "Branth, you needed me."
Finwe 03-12-04, 05:48 PM	Originally posted by Good Knight Keldorn Firecam just barely deflected a silver knife thrown at him by his armor. When he heard the sounds of the famed tiger knights charging forth bravely into battle. Reginald leading the way into mass of drugged out Elves and their rage. Keldorn barely had time to smile at his brethren of knights who were coming to his rescue. For another of those fine crafted Elvin swords slammed into his breastplate knocking the Radiant Heart knight back. Just before the insane bloodlust of an Elf chopped Keldorn head off. The experienced Knight lashed out with his long two handed sword of yor. Not to hit the in raged Elf but the rope that had a barrel conveniently tied to a barrel that was hung over and tied to a tree. As soon as Firecam did so he grabs hold of the now fast moving rope. Sending him high above his enemy and grabbing hold of that branch above. Just in time to see the barrel smash on to of the Elf. Firecam shook his head and chuckled “This reminds me when I was younger and more fool hearty.” All of a sudden a Aravilar appears no more than a hundred yards away. “It’s about time you returned to what is important the War!” Then Aravilar starts to conjure a mighty magical beast. “Of all the crazy Wizards in the world” Firecam bits his toung and speaks more calmly. “Finwe tell your crazy master Aravilar that we need these Elves alive! Or are army will be lost. Don’t you know any Sleep Spells? Or even Stunning Spell?” He looked for Leetah high above his perch hoping she was ok and trying her Clerical spells. He sees Leetah and opened his moth to call to her What ever Keldorn was going to say, was lost as the now frustrated angry Elves used their arrows. HEY! If anything, Finwe is Aravilar's master! (at least his senior :rolleyes: ) hearing Keldorn's cry of mercy, Finwe invokes an ancient magic, made before any other. The words of power... STUN! As the effect radiates ourwards from him, Finwe watches hundreds of elves fall to the ground, stunned. Those stunned he encompasses in cages made of force. Telepathicaly, he messages to Aravilar; "Aravilar, mi amice, eorum animos anticonfirme!" (Aravilar, weaken their spirits)
Leetah 03-12-04, 11:36 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongleetah.gif Leetah didn’t say a word as she continued to walk forward. She had tried justifying her feelings towards Kheldar with Sarah in the past, but had yet to have any success. Sarah strongly believed that Kheldar was some kind a monster, and Leetah really couldn’t blame her. She felt the exact same way when she first heard what Kheldar’s profession was, but. . . Sarah opened her mouth to undoubtedly start scolding Leetah, but whatever she was going to say was interrupted by a hundred screaming voices off in the distance. . . . . . (( Blast! Company’s here! Ummmm. . .I have to go. . .Promise to post later. . .PROMISE!!! :bigeyes: )) Artwork copyright © 2003, Christopher C. Quigley
aravilar_holistacia 03-12-04, 11:39 PM	Originally posted by Finwe (Aravilar, weaken their spirits) OOC: Linguam latinam cognosco, mi Finwe. But I'll have to post later, busy right now... Back soon. :D
Messianica the Savior 03-13-04, 01:01 AM	Elisa And she gets on bended knee and kisses Messianica hand.“My Sister my Savior, I can only assume that Emeraldeyes plan has worked. Even now the blood of our enemies runs deep and more importantly the one we want is coming?” http://nwn.unforgottenrealms.net/downloads/portraits/lyn05_lg.jpg Messianica has tears in her eyes and orders the cage open so she may hold her sister in redemption. “Elisa I knew if anyone could pull it off you could. Yes everything goes as plan, even that emotionally erratic Elf you told me about is doing what we predicted.” She gives a tight hug to Elisa. “Come and lets feast and sing songs of freedom for soon are hero Savael will arrive.” She turns to the one who is Mytus :rolleyes: but I can’t remember his fake name because the owner (poster) keeps posting the Mytus name without the other. ;) “Come (Insert name of Mytus) we will eat drink and be marry, and yes we shall sign a contract at dinner” She winks at him and walks off with the former Queen of the Elves.
aravilar_holistacia 03-13-04, 01:26 AM	The blood dragon reared its ugly head and spewed crimson flames over the attacking elves... but the flames were enchanted. "Loki callidus est, mi Finwe. Illos milites curare potest. Ecce milites! Non insani sunt." OOC: Loki, Loki (indecl) dragon And just as Aravilar spoke those words, the elves had begun to return to normal. "Ubi est Emeraldeyes? Specta eam! Ubi est?!" Aravilar nigh-yelled. The mage looked wildly around for the traitor. "Invenite illa!" Aravilar commanded the troops who were still sane. To Keldorn, Aravilar added, "Keldorn, necesse est tibi..." he began, but he shook his head and began again. "Keldorn, find Emeraldeyes! Capture her!"
Drindin 03-13-04, 01:32 AM	Reginald pulled his tiger out of the fray. "Good Knight Keldorn!" He calls. "Onto my tiger! We can find your target faster that way!" The elves were beginning to return to sanity, and the knights of the tiger began to pull back, their tigers roaring in protest, their predatorial instincts starting to take over, but it seemed the knights had them under wraps. "Commander!" calls one of them, after conveniently knocking out one of the crazed archers, his tiger pawing at them, claws retracted so as not to hurt any of them other than to knock it out. "The elves are recovering, but many are wounded! Should we risk helping them?" "Yes!" Reginald returned. "But only one of you! Get Ragnar to do it! He's the best trained!" The knight nodded, and relayed the command to a blond haired man, with a wild beard and hair, who then dismounted his tiger, and began attending to the injured elves, working fast as the three other knights formed a perimeter.
aravilar_holistacia 03-13-04, 02:53 AM	"Mi Finwe, necesse est mihi tibi Daleam introducere," Aravilar said to Finwe. "Daleah est custos lucis, mi amice. Illa pulcherrima est, callidissimaque. Ecce Daleah!" Aravilar said, looking to where the paladin was standing. "Daleah!" Aravilar called to the woman. "Come hither; I need your counsel." Aravilar said to Finwe as the paladin approached, "Ei credo. Ea ipsa in pugna urbis Dagger Falls me curavit."
Daleah The Faithful 03-13-04, 04:52 AM	Originally posted by aravilar_holistacia "Mi Finwe, necesse est mihi tibi Daleam introducere," Aravilar said to Finwe. "Daleah est custos lucis, mi amice. Illa pulcherrima est, callidissimaque. Ecce Daleah!" Aravilar said, looking to where the paladin was standing. "Daleah!" Aravilar called to the woman. "Come hither; I need your counsel." Aravilar said to Finwe as the paladin approached, "Ei credo. Ea ipsa in pugna urbis Dagger Falls me curavit." *she cocked her head upon hearing his voice, turned and walked straightway to him* Here am I. *she looks him in the eyes*
aravilar_holistacia 03-13-04, 05:03 AM	Originally posted by Daleah The Faithful *she cocked her head upon hearing his voice, turned and walked straightway to him* Here am I. *she looks him in the eyes* "My lady Daleah, meet Finwe, a friend of mine and a master of the magic of time," Aravilar said, nodding to Finwe. After the pleasantries had been exchanged, Aravilar said to the paladin, "I wanted to know your opinion, Daleah, on the movement of the Army towards the city of Hillsfar. Should we march straight there, or should we march to the sides of the straight course and confuse the enemy?" Aravilar smiled to the paladin.
Daleah The Faithful 03-13-04, 05:33 AM	Originally posted by aravilar_holistacia "My lady Daleah, meet Finwe, a friend of mine and a master of the magic of time," Aravilar said, nodding to Finwe. After the pleasantries had been exchanged, Aravilar said to the paladin, "I wanted to know your opinion, Daleah, on the movement of the Army towards the city of Hillsfar. Should we march straight there, or should we march to the sides of the straight course and confuse the enemy?" Aravilar smiled to the paladin. *Takes a moment to asses her thoughts* In my opinion I would not underestimate the enemy, they may have something planned. Marching to the sides of the straight course may be exactly what they would expect. However marching straight there would leave the army in the open. I'd say take a chance and march straight there.*casts a confident glance*
aravilar_holistacia 03-13-04, 05:41 AM	"An excellent suggestion, Lady," Aravilar concurred. "Thank you." Aravilar turned to Finwe. "Fortasse Elisa superfuit; fortasse illam curare possumus. Sed primum, necesse est nobis illos milites adiuvare. Veni mecum, mi Finwe; hic res sit nos intellegimus." Aravilar said to Daleah, "Would you like to come with Finwe and I to fiure out what happened here?"
Daleah The Faithful 03-13-04, 05:52 AM	Originally posted by aravilar_holistacia "An excellent suggestion, Lady," Aravilar concurred. "Thank you." Aravilar turned to Finwe. "Fortasse Elisa superfuit; fortasse illam curare possumus. Sed primum, necesse est nobis illos milites adiuvare. Veni mecum, mi Finwe; hic res sit nos intellegimus." Aravilar said to Daleah, "Would you like to come with Finwe and I to fiure out what happened here?" I would be honored if I could be of any asistance to you. *nods*
Branth 03-13-04, 07:22 AM	With a grin Branth chirps lightly as Kulideb arrives. He sends her a picture saying he needs to get back to the school and find Lady Hoot. ((Jumping with permission, thanks Kulideb!)) Kulideb picks up Branth and the Dager and moves to the shadow plain. After a while of walking the arrive at the school and exit shadow. Once at the school Branth looks at Kulideb and sends another message. FIND LADY HOOT!
aravilar_holistacia 03-13-04, 07:28 AM	It was like an alarm in Aravilar's head. Teleportation magic... in the School? Aravilar thought almost unconsciously. --------- "Halt and stay where you are!" Three prefects of the school appeared almost instantly near Branth and Kulideb. They had both sword and spell ready. "Kulideb, lady, you are welcome in the halls by order of the Deputy Headmaster... but your friend here is not. Explain this nuisance," the lead guard said.
sculyblast 03-13-04, 07:28 AM	Mytus (aka Helator) "good then we shall move, quickly" mytus turned himself to Breadner "Go and get Nienses
Good Knight 03-13-04, 10:15 AM	Firecam jumped from the branch and with some dignity landed right on the offered feline beast. “Thank you Reginald, fellow knight of Righteousness; your aid was most helpful in my time of need.” He slowly turns somewhat awkwardly on the tiger and shakes his head at all the wounded. “I am specially trained in fighting Wizards, and in this case I could feel the evil magic in the Elves. Something or someone was controlling the Elves emotions.” He then turns back to Reginald. “Come we need to find Leetah and see if she can not only heal their minds but find out how this happen. Maybe Leetah can tell us who might have done this as well.”
Finwe 03-13-04, 10:18 AM	"Aravilar, simul atque numinellos superabas, erimus ad Hillsfar emus spectare." Turning the the Paladin, Finwe says; "Hello, good lady. Your advice seems sound, but first Aravilar and I shall go scout out Hillsfar."
Drindin 03-13-04, 11:04 AM	Reginald nods. "Right... hold on tight!" With that the tiger shot into a hard run, with a heavy lurching. Reginald looks around. "Right, Good Knight Keldorn, tell me when you see Leetah!" The tiger roared triumphantly, announcing it's approach to whomever might be infront of them.
Agudo Archmage 03-13-04, 11:16 AM	DM ((OOC I am having a fun time with everyone’s posts cant wait to see what will happen next. :invasion: Just a reminder ….No god powers please! Sorry but I frown on ((Teleportation spells)) in general let alone a whole army being transported. Takes all the fun out of getting there! As far as Branth going to the school it would have taken him several days to do so. Aravilar my friend I know you want be in on the action ;) ….But try not to be every where at once. Those who try to scout out Hillsfar feel their magic seep away as they get within ten miles of the places. You will see a city locked up and ready for battle. The Army of Light will take two days to regroup from the upsetting backstabbing action of Elisa and the battles that have just been fought. Then another two days march to get to Hillsfar.
Finwe 03-13-04, 11:35 AM	This is a very restricted form of teleportation. It is not greater teleport, so there is some risk, and furthermore, the material costs are nothing to be scoffed at. And its nothing that couldn't be done better with gate. Although I can edit the [post if you wish. (Either way, we'd be having to arrive ten miles away from the city anyways.
sculyblast 03-13-04, 04:33 PM	when Breadner came to reach for Nienses he noticed that she was not there, although all the work was done, he would have suspect that she would have told mytus about leaving Breadner looked insite the forrest and it took him over half an hour to search, yet he did not find her, it was a odd thing indeed when Breadner returned to mytus he spoke as follows: "M... Helator Dude, 'seached for an hour but did not find 'er" "you mean she is not there? how could she has left, she knows wat this is going to cost her!"
Kheldar Devaentar 03-13-04, 06:28 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif Kheldar frantically watched Branth fly away with his dagger. He had to stop him! He was on his broom in an instant. "BROOM FLY!" The broom kinda wavered a bit, then stopped. "Dammit you stupid broom, FLY!" The broom picked itself up a few feet, then plopped Kheldar right back down. This broom really was too old. Kheldar desperately watched Branth as the little dragon continued to turn into a dark speck in the sky. Kheldar threw his broom up and away behind him. He heard it get stuck in some tree branches. . . good. . . It could stay up there and rot. Even if it had started flying, he doubted it would have flown fast enough. But that little twerp has taken a Thinaun dagger from him! That made Kheldar's heart skip a beat! Quickly he dove his hand into his cloak and thought "thinaun dagger." He felt the handle of it in his hands, he ripped it out and set it next to his cloak. His eyes darted back from cloak to dagger, cloak, dagger. "Oh thank heavens. . . it's not the navy one!" Kheldar breathed a sigh of relief. The handle of the dagger matched his cloak exactly. . . The tiny dragon had taken off with the back up dagger he had picked up at the Academy. . . Not the one he killed Agudo with. He breathed a little easier. . . but only a little. Losing his back up weapon was something he had not wanted to do! He had wanted to give Messianica the fake dagger until he had safely secured his mountain of treasure and had Messianica's soul-binding curse removed. . . Use the real dagger as insurance policy of sorts to make sure she wouldn't betray him! He still couldn't bring himself to fully trust a person who clearly didn't fully trust him! The thought put a roguey smile across his face. Of course Messianica didn't trust an assassin, she wasn't a fool! . . Still, her mistrust was a bit of an insult. After all, Kheldar hadn't gotten himself such a good reputation by breaking his contracts. Even if he broke just one it would forever stain his reputation. If an assassin broke a contract once, who's to say he wouldn't do it again? . . And who would want to hire an assassin who's notorious for breaking contracts? Oh, that had been one of his lectures to his students. . . But getting back to the present. . . he was in trouble! No fake dagger meant no insurance policy. . . Well, not entirely. As usual, he had a back-up plan. . . He could still use the ring gate that attached to his crossbow. . . Kheldar put away his dagger as a soft breeze played with his cloak. Then suddenly there was a terribly familiar clattering sound coming from above him! clatter - clatter - clatter - clatter - clatter - clatter - Kheldar leapt out of the way just in time to watch the handle of his old broom stick into the branch he was standing on. It stuck just like a sharpened javelin would! Kheldar blinked, then smirked. No broom could get the best of him!!!! And that's when the branch snapped completely in two. ((No, it doesn't need to make sense!;))) Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
Leetah 03-13-04, 08:09 PM	(( Rewind back to when the Elves were out of control. )) (( Stop! )) (( Play )) http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongleetah.gif Sarah opened her mouth to undoubtedly start scolding Leetah, but whatever she was going to say was interrupted by a hundred screaming voices off in the distance. Diverting her attention from Leetah, Sarah looked off towards where all the noise was coming from. Her eyes went as wide as saucers! "What's the matter Sarah?" "RUN!!!" Leetah could almost feel her arm get pulled right out of it's socket as Sarah grabbed onto her and pulled her away from the oncoming voices! Angry elven curses were all Leetah could hear as she got dragged forward as fast as Sarah's feet could take them. "SARAH!? What's going on!? Why in Pelor's name are you. . ." Leetah looked behind her and let out a shrill shriek as she saw dozens of crazed elven eyes bearing down on them. They were rapidly gaining on the two clerics. It would only be a matter of seconds before their blades were in reach! “Leetah look out! The Elves have been cursed! Have you any Cleric spells to calm them?” Keldorn? Leetah shot a glance to where she heard the voice and saw a silhouette of a man in armor. It was Keldorn! "I-I could try Sir, but. . ." Leetah turned her head, the mass of elves was nearly upon them! . . .Do I have time? Forcing back a nervous gulp, Leetah began chanting under her breath. Trying to maintain concentration on the spell was nearly impossible while running! "Oh gentle hand that guides the heart, Directs the mind, derives the chart, That maps the path we take each day, Allow me governance so that I may, Bring peace to all the souls who stand, Before me now. . .at my command. . ." With the spell ready, Leetah quickly turns around just in time to see an Elven thin blade sweeping towards her throat! Squinting, the girl released the spell. . . "CALM EMOTIONS!" * * * Artwork copyright © 2003, Christopher C. Quigley
Khaira 03-13-04, 09:40 PM	There is no help for it; Khaira is stuck within the massive tangles of trees and plants. But, for some reason, she seems not worried...The sword in her left hand now begins to glow and pulsate with red,once again, and continues to get brighter. Her voice can be heard whispering softly... "My dear Correlon, please forgive me for this transgression...." The red light seems to reflect the blood it wants to take, and from the mass of vines, trees, and plants a voice erupts...it is Khaira's tongue, and yet, at the same time, it is not. She is speaking in a deep, almost melodious, voice, in some demon tongue. It is some kind of incantation and it begins to get louder. Soon, the incantation is a dull, if not somewhat freakish, roar as she finishes. From the ground, a great fire erupts; it seems to spread from the gleaming sword, and move outward, destroying all plants and vegetation in its path. What sorcery does she wield!? Does she hold some kidn of demonic power??? When all the vegetation is destroyed. Once free from the trap, she glares at Savael. Even her eyes are red now! A certain fury surrounds her, and if Savael were of lesser will, he would surely be running by now! I cannot submit ... The demon must remain in my control ... if I lose, the battle is lost ... I must not lose myself in the Fury of the Blood ... Must be calm... [I]He killed your best friend! He killed Agudo! You must in turn kill him! Eye for an eye, Tooth for a Tooth, Blood for Blood .... A soul for a soul! In what seems to be a second, Khaira seems to resolve something and she begins walking towards Savael. She continues to speak in the same, demonic voice...it is no incantation, but even if Savael cannot speak Infernal, he can tell by Khaira's tone, she is NOT happy! :D She suddenly begins a full charge, the charge decorated by a flurry of blows. Her swords, her body, nothing of her can be seen of her anymore. It is all a blur as she continues to strike, with the utmost strenght and concentration.
DiplomaticSorcerer 03-14-04, 12:23 AM	Camaris ran, panting, toward the group of elves. He was physically and mentally exhausted. The spell he had cast at the river had really taken it out of him. He heard his men cast their protective spells behind him. He wished that he could have their help, but he also thought that a small group of lightly armored mages running toward a large group of armed warriors was a bad idea. The abjurations began to take effect, manifesting in blue and green auras surrounding Camaris. Gods, it's hard to see through this. I just hope I this works... He slowed to a walk. His breath was too quick to cast the spell. Damn *pant* elves. Too resistant to *pant* enchantments. His heart stopped pounding and his breath returned to its normal rate. I'll be lucky if this stops half of them. Oh well, here goes nothing! His eyes flashed, and he yelled out, "STOP! Lay down your weapons." (Mass Suggestion)
Agudo Archmage 03-14-04, 12:42 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Seeing Branth was a happy moment, Lady Hoot was sent word that he had arrived and was outside the lobby. She flew down to meet him and saw the Branth was exhausted form his long travels. “Branth you’re here? In fact where have you been?” After hearing the heroic tale, from the chirping Branth and his mental pictures. Lady Hoot nodded her head. “You have the Knife!”
Kheldar Devaentar 03-14-04, 01:51 AM	"Aravilar my friend I know you want be in on the action ….But try not to be every where at once." - Agudo Archmage Year of the Snowy White Owl * * * Let's observe some of the scenes in this adventure: http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/avatp-01.gif http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/avatp-02.gif http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/avatp-03.gif http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/avatp-04.gif http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/avatp-05.gif http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/avatp-06.gif Yup, there's a definite pattern. . . Artwork copyright © 2004, Gordon R. Quigley Disclaimer: My apologies if I didn't draw your character with the proper costume, hair style/color, etc. Where I could, I tried to use reference art for my pictures. Otherwise, I drew characters the way I pictured them. Furthermore, yes, I do realize the cape on a certain character doesn't make sense! I quickly drew in that cape last for dramatic effect, regardless of the fact that hair was already showing over top of it. Please enjoy the pictures. . . For fun, see if you can guess who all of the characters are! :)
aravilar_holistacia 03-14-04, 02:28 AM	OOC: If anyone read my posts correctly you would quickly find that Aravilar is with Finwe and three prefect guards (STUDENTS) are at the school. Gee, you'd think people would read the posts of the Army Commander. Maybe he has something important to say, considering he is the Army Commander. Three prefects of the school appeared almost instantly near Branth and Kulideb. They had both sword and spell ready. "Kulideb, lady, you are welcome in the halls by order of the Deputy Headmaster... but your friend here is not. Explain this nuisance," the lead guard said. "Aravilar, simulatque numinellos superabas, erimus ad Hillsfar emus spectare." Turning the the Paladin, Finwe says; "Hello, good lady. Your advice seems sound, but first Aravilar and I shall go scout out Hillsfar." HMMZ. Perhaps I have not made myself clear? And another thing--a Chosen of Mystra archmage WOULD be using the teleportation spells most often; THE ARMY COMMANDER, WHO MUST COMMAND THE ARMY, would be jumping from place to place in his sphere of influence. So, let's recap. Is this some kind of pathetic excuse for a joke? I'm not laughing. You (Gordon) have given me a pretty damn good reason to just stop posting here entirely. And if it were up to me, I would have left right around the time Aravilar was thought to be crazy, way back when on the airship. But I won't leave in the middle of things because I'm too good to my fellow posters, and I don't want to disrupt things anymore than is necessary to roleplay an Elven High Mage. If you don't like it, go ahead: Ask me to leave. PS: Nice art, as usual.
Leetah 03-14-04, 02:53 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongleetah.gif Leetah let out a ghastly yelp as she felt cold steel bear down on her naked neck. Sarah looked back in horror. Her friend was about to be struck down in front of her very eyes! . . . . .or was she? All of the elves stationed in front of Leetah remained absolutely motionless. Even the blade that had threatened to lop Leetah's head off stayed firmly fixed in its place. Leetah's frightened quaking appeared to be the only movement among the entire mass. Suddenly, all of the elves threw down their weapons at once. The loud clanging of metal rang across the entire battlefield as swords and shields clattered to the ground. With the razor sharp blade no longer pressed against her throat, Leetah quickly dashed away from the eerie group of elves and planted both her hands across the small red cut that ran down her neck. When the priestess removed her hands the wound was gone. "Leetah? Leetah are you alright?" Leetah looked towards the direction of her friend’s voice, and saw Sarah running up towards her. ". . .Yes Sarah. . .I-I'm just fine. . .Everything's alright. . ." Leetah then brought her attention back to the legion of unarmed motionless elves. Something didn't seem to be right with them. Their eyes seemed to hold no will of their own. Cautiously approaching the elf that had tried to slit open her throat, Leetah gently placed a hand against his head and softly murmured an enchantment. A bright radiance enveloped the elven warrior's body as divine energies tried to rend apart whatever forces were tainting the elf's mind. Artwork copyright © 2003, Christopher C. Quigley
Kheldar Devaentar 03-14-04, 04:24 AM	. . .
Savael 03-14-04, 05:20 AM	A near-triumphant smirk played upon Savaels lips as tree rots, thick vines, brambles and even a few shrubbery’s (Nih!) wrapped themselves smartly around his adversary, effectively pinning her! But the smirk didn’t stay on for long though... He had know right down from the start that there’d have to be a catch within all of it, lurking somewhere in the shadows. Well, as things looked now, with the Elven bard suddenly surrounded by a veritable cloud of crimson fury, this damn well looked like the Thunder peaks of catches! Perhaps he’d bitten of a bit more than he could chew this time? He felt a tiny pang of fear in the back of his mind as the elf glared at him, her eyes a dull, bloody red. If she’d had hoofs of some sort, she been pawing at the ground with one of them just like an angry bull – and then she would-! He stopped that train of though before it got out of hand... His attention snapped back to reality as she began to walk towards him, and then suddenly broke into a full charge. Savael braced himself, hoping beyond hope that whatever entities he’d ever paid more than lip service to would do something. His shield did indeed catch a few of her powerful blows, but alas far from all. Savael blocked and parried the flurry of uncaught blows as best he could, the edge of Khairas dull, red sword chipping away at his bladed-gauntlet until... THWACK! Savael stared down at his gauntlet with something akin to shock for a moment, as the three stubs of his blades blinked solemnly back at him. The rest of them all pretty shards on the ground, trampled into the dirt as he backed up another few feet. He pulled his attention back to the crimson-lined blur that was his opponent and braced his gauntleted hand for yet another blow that had slipped past his shield, coming from the left. . . . . .Which never arrived, and gave a sharp gasp of pain as Khairas sword slammed into his right side, piercing his armour. A surging, red hot pain erupted in his right side, and Savael roared, both in anger as much as fear, as he swung his gauntleted fist with the blade stubs still attached towards the leering face of his enemy.
aravilar_holistacia 03-14-04, 05:49 AM	The winds of the plain were cold, colder than Aravilar had felt in a long while. Whipping breezes came with the cold; Aravilar's elven face was red with the burn of the many hours of exposure to the cruel and unforgiving wind that, like a terrible knife, cut across his chiseled face in streaks of red. Looking around, the mage was not happy. "Kulideam visitare debeo, Finwe," the mage commented. "Non necesse est mihi in hoc loco esse; tu ipse ad Hillsfar ire potest. Cur me vexas?" Of course, if the other mage was going to reply, Aravilar did not hear it. And then, there it was. The City of Hillsfar rose in the distance, about twenty-five miles away. And Aravilar stared. "What kind of joke is that?" he said with a look of surprise on his face. "Is that a city or a slum?" The archmage sighed and continued to walk further and further, eventually coming upon a babbling brook, a stream of crystal clear water that what rushing fast through the moor. Along the sides of the pure waterline were tufts of green grass and many colorful rocks... and Aravilar the archmage bent down to peer into the mirror-like brook. "Fin... Can you hear that?" Aravilar asked the mage... But Aravilar was no longer in the fields of Hillsfar. "Hello? Fin! Ubi es, amice?" Aravilar stammered. But there was no one to hear his words. Blackness enveloped him. And there was nothing. "It is like you have seen the light and have been cursed into the shadows. Aravilar." The archmage could of course recognize that voice. "Mystra," Aravilar said. "If there is any who could understand the terrible pain this war is causing, it is you. My friends and I--" Aravilar began. "--have unleashed more magic in the last two days than the entire nation of Amn has in the last fifty years!" Mystra finished for him. Aravilar was floating in null space, a veritable void in time and space. And yet, the mage was still alive. "You have summoned my, milady," Aravilar said. The goddess, who was not visible, said nothing. Aravilar continued floating in this void, but it seemed a light pull was bringing him towards a now-shining point in the space. "You have summoned me to this place, my lady... What service shall I perform?" "You already know what you must do." The point of light was getting brighter and brighter. Aravilar was flying toward it so quickly... And then, there was nothing. Or.... "Oh!" Aravilar said, sitting upright. Where was he? Certainly not near Hillsfar; the land was too sandy and rocky... and the air was salty... like the sea... The School of Light and Magic rose up in the distance. "Wha...?" Aravilar said, shaking his head, as if the motion would clear his mind. "The School," he said aloud, trying to understand what had just happened. The mage stood and began to walk... but his legs were stuck to the sand. "What in Mystra's name..." he exclaimed loudly. He pulled, and pulled, and still his legs were stuck to the sandy shore... and they were freed... and Aravilar began to run towards the school. Time and space were somehow mashed together into some twisted reality that stretched the distance betweem the running mage and the looming school... Aravilar reached out a hand to touch the school's front doors... but he was still miles away... and his fingers made contact with the wood... and yet he was still running... He burst through the front doors, panting and coughing. "Where is Lady Hoot?" Aravilar called loudly. "Send for a cleric!" he shouted. But there was no one qround to hear it... And Aravilar began to cry. "Agudo." The image of the laughing, bearded archmage flashed in front of Aravilar's eyes. "Khaira." The elven bard shook her hair in the sunlight and smiled. "Camaris." The spellcaster and his rat familiar, standing on the airship. "Angel." The winged woman fluttered her wings softly. "Clare." The silver-haired woman laughed and smiled in the soft summer's light. "Leenaria." The pixie whispered in her own language and then laughed, smiling. "Lucky." The leprechaun was dancing to an unheard tune. "Elisa." The Queen, standing proudly before her soldiers. "Keldorn." The Knight, waving the banner of his troops high above the battle. "Zollex." The half-elven bladesinger was singing a song in the gardens. "Mytus." The man holding a roll of random papers, smiling his ever-suspicious smile. "Finwe." Aravilar's best friend, with a rare smile on his face. "Flayhara." The purple-haired woman looked up to Aravilar, and her wistful gaze said everything. "Gene." The shadowlord looked up, but said nothing. "Leetah." The golden-haired cleric looked to the mage, and a spell was on her lips. "Emeraldeyes." The woman, smiling in the office of Agudo while the plans were made for the War. "Daleah." The paladin, her red hair blowing in the breeze, with a look of surprise on her face. "Kulideb." The short-haired elf looked around, and a silent cry came from between her lips. Aravilar cried out again and again, lashing out at the ground underneath him, punching the stone floor until his fists bled red blood and blue fire. "Whywhywhywhywhywhywhy?!" he exclaimed. "Must I be interrupted at every turn? The Army! I--" "Aravilar." The archmage stopped and looked around wildly for the voice. "Keya!" the mage called out. "Love! Dearest! What is happening?" But fate, it seemed, took a different course. The void stretched into infinity, and yet was nothing. Where was Aravilar the archmage? Aravilar Holistacia was alone.
kulideb 03-14-04, 06:36 AM	It felt strange to be back at the school again as if nothing had happened, till Lady hoot came and Agudo was no where in sight. The elf was lost in thought, when Aravilar appeared, she didnt know weather to hug him or slap him! "Aravilar, is every thing alright?" Some thing seemed to be wrong, she wasnt sure what was going on, the elven mage fell to the floor hitting his fists against the floor till they bled. "Aravilar!" She looked on, helpless. "Keya!" the mage called out. "Love! Dearest! What is happening?" Tears welled up in her eyes at Aravilars words. She could stand this no longer, the elf ran, cloaking her self in shadows. ((RE-Gords pics, Kuli really needs a hair dresser!!, but I love the blood dragon:D))
aravilar_holistacia 03-14-04, 06:56 AM	The all-too-real dream wracked Aravilar... continuing... "You sicken me, Keya!" the mage said abruptly. "You allow this to continue, this madness!" The void was very... empty... as Aravilar yelled at the goddess. "I cannot believe you would let me go, let me end up this way, if you truly loved me! That must be the case!" There was no answer. Only the soft patter of footsteps in the echoing darkness. "Who is there? Who is there?!" Aravilar called out. "There is no one." "There is someone! Someone is here!" Aravilar called out. "You lie, you lie, goddess! You must think me to be a fool, blinded by what he doesn't understand; I understand all too well." "I will not--" "Will not what? There is someone who might still care, someone in this world of horrors!" Aravilar said. "There is still someone with a tie to this place; that someone speaks in whispers of shadow!" "Kulideb, you are there!" Aravilar called. ""If I called out for help, would you save me? Would you really throw your life away for someone so run down, so shaken up, so outcast and so impure? You shouldn't have to put up with all that I am; I am nothing. I am the darkness that stains the light, the mistake of the universe. And for what? You would risk everything to answer a call from the likes of me? You must be an angel indeed, to want to save the fallen one. But there is more! More than words spoken in soft whispering shades can convey, more than the darkest light, more than the deepest night!" The mage glared into the darkness and said, "Love in shade is lighted fury, lest the fires of the night burn colder than I think..." The mage's bleeding fists hurt so much, so much! And yet, no pain was enough to absolve the wretched mage. Dreams in shade and the light in lucidity were not enough to shatter the crystalline world of horrors that Aravilar had conjured... for himself. "You lie, you lie, you lie, goddess of love! There is no love in your heart, save from the wanting of what you cannot have! Where once was love, love is no more! I swear to you, Hanali of the Seldarine, there is none where you look!" And Aravilar wept. Wept for the goddess, wept for his friends, wept for himself... wept for all the once was, and all that could be. But then, there was nothing in the void of shades, the abyss of sorrow that Aravilar was in. Nothing to soothe his pain. There was nothing to shatter the empty shell of despair. Except one.
kulideb 03-14-04, 07:16 AM	The elf stopped and sank down on to her knees, Love was nothing but a trick of the heart she muttered her hand held tight round the mask locket. A voice called out her name, the elf clapped her hands over her ears, and whispered ~leave me alone~ But she could still hear him, anger welled up inside of her, she jumped up, throwing off the shadow cloak and marched back to where Aravilar was. "Look at what your godess of love has done! all she does is play with peoples lives!" The elf fought back her tears. "I love you! there I have said it! but I cant compete with a godess so now my love for you has condemed me!" Kulideb sniffed. "You have to chose me or her. I cant grant you powers, all I can give you is my love." She turned and began to walk away.
aravilar_holistacia 03-14-04, 07:38 AM	"You lie, you lie, you lie, goddess of love! You speak your love to someone who will hear it; nothing you say will change things! You can ravage my soul, strip me of power and might, and rip from me all that is good and just in the world, but you will have my heart no longer!" Aravilar said, his tears bleeding into the abyss. "There is naught but folly in your words, Aravilar..." "Then a court jester I must be to you, for I am a fool in the throes of folly!" Aravilar retorted. When Kulideb said "I love you" Aravilar was stopped in midsentence. "I said to you, I--" Aravilar was stopped. "You love me..." Aravilar turned and said to the elven girl. "You have to chose me or her. I cant grant you powers, all I can give you is my love." And Aravilar, for the first time since a month ago, when the airships had been sailing though the morning skies of the Dales, felt.... freed. "Whatever man would choose power over his heart is a terrible soul worthy of the greatest punishment. I put my feelings over my divine favor; it is the goodness of the world of the Light that I must hold dear. The love I hold... is not for you, Keya. Not since I found your true nature. There is one who loves me for myself, not for my mortality." Aravilar said after Kulideb, "I love you." The mage stood up, his fists trailing a mist of fire and blood, and said, "I choose my love over my divinity."
kulideb 03-14-04, 07:51 AM	The elf stopped had she heard right or where the gods just playing tricks in her mind. She looked back at Aravilar. "You would give up all that power...for me." She held her hands out to her sides. "But I am nothing compared to a godess, just an elf." Her voice was soft, she moved towards him. "Can you really live with out your power my Lord." She brushed her hand agaist his cheek.
aravilar_holistacia 03-14-04, 08:04 AM	"All that Hanali grants is naught; granted by the goddess Mystra are the powers I hold. Hanali grants the powers that to me are but a memory." "I can live without the power of Hanali. Mystra willing, I may yet be some use to Faerûn," Aravilar said, taking the elven girl's hand into his own. "Amin mela lle... arwenamin... Seldarine umartemplamin... ilmalia." The goddess that was Keya Moonstar... dissolved into the shadows... and went away from the night... Did the Plane of Shadows look any brighter? Never, for the Plane of Night was certainly not able to be lit up... But for Aravilar... it was much happier.
kulideb 03-14-04, 08:16 AM	A smile lit up the elven girls face. Not in any dreams did she ever think one such as Aravilar would fall in love with her. She put her arms around him and rested her head upon his chest. The war, death, all seemed so far away. Until Aravilar spoke about still hoping to be some use. What have I done she thought to herself, she wasnt sure how much of his powers he had lost. "I almost forgott," she said pulling away from him. "I guess we can not be free till this war is over."
aravilar_holistacia 03-14-04, 08:28 AM	"Oh, lovely," Aravilar said as the shades dissipated... "Now I must figure out what I've lost... even as I've gained." The mage looked down at his hands... no, still dripping fire like blood... from his knuckles... so the fire was still there.... Still holding the girl's hand, he cast a small time-spell... a fly that was buzzing through a window of the school froze in midair... No, the chronomancy was still there... What was it...? Aravilar then realized the truth; he had lost the charm spell.... that piece of EPIC magic! GAH! "GAH!" Aravilar exclaimed. "Hanali took all my enchantments! Now I am worthless at controlling people... hrm... but I suppose Camaris could..." The mage sighed and said, "Well, at least you are here to back me up... Shadowdancer... Kulideb... What's it like, shadow magic?" Aravilar asked... but his mind still went back to the thing looming over all their heads. War. He kissed the girl on the forehead.
DiplomaticSorcerer 03-14-04, 09:02 AM	Camaris blinked. It had worked! All of the elves had been placated. How could this have happened? I couldn't have hoped to enchant all of them! Wait, there's a cleric over there. She must've cast something. He walked over to the now-calm group of elves to speak with the cleric. "What's your name, cleric of Pelor? I don't think I've seen you before."
Branth 03-14-04, 09:03 AM	(( As far as Branth going to the school it would have taken him several days to do so. Thus why I left my post open with After a while of walking the arrive at the school and exit shadow. I just got lazy and didn't feel like describing the walk there :rolleyes: )) More tired then he has ever been in his life, Branth places the dager on the table near Lady Hoot. He had told her all he knew, now it was up to her to fix the problem. As he waits for Lady Hoot to decided what to do he watches as Kulideb goes off into shadow, something about Aravilar ((Not sure if you two we're in school or shadow, picked shadow but can change it.)). o O( Young and in love. Those where the days.. Don't know. I still young.I know Branth. But you'll find out some day. If we get fixed. Something not right, I not feel well. Hang in there Branth! For both of us, you have to hang in there! So.....Tired..... Branth? BRANTH!) Branth falls where he stands, unable his body unable to do anything more. ((OOC: If the OTHER voice in Branth's head has any way to communicate with ANYONE now would be a good time.))
Agudo Archmage 03-14-04, 10:03 AM	**Aravilar post** [IMG]It was like an alarm in Aravilar's head. Teleportation magic... in the School? Aravilar thought almost unconsciously. ----- "Halt and stay where you are!" Three prefects of the school appeared almost instantly near Branth and Kulideb. They had both sword and spell ready. "Kulideb, lady, you are welcome in the halls by order of the Deputy Headmaster... but your friend here is not. Explain this nuisance," the lead guard said. IMG] As the Dm I will take time put out some Positive and Negative comments! So prepare your fearful hearts. To be honest Fellow mage Aravilar in that post it was easy to be thrown off by who was there…..it see m like you and the guards-prefects had shown up… The reason being is that you never said why the prefects would KNOW why to stop Branth from coming in the school. That’s why assumed you were there…..and yes with Aravilar thinking about teleportation at the school…and Aravilar being a mega Teleporter to my bare tolerance….granted some dispensation has been given to visit your wife… .Buuut…Try to see that it was easy to misunderstand your post…even your own words said…. ((Aravilar Post.... HMMZ. Perhaps I have not made myself clear?)) DM...Yes we all saw you talking to others on the battlefield. Yet like I said the last post with your (god powers) seeing the teleportation at the school being made….. and the then you posting for the ((Guards prefects))made it seem like your there. Now you Aravilar in a latter post said ((if you want me to leave just ask)) Let me show you how you ((Redeemed yourself)) and why Kheldar and myself and many others are right when they say you’re a terrific writer when you want to be…please see below some of your latest posts…. And itssss a loooong one BUT a GOOD ONE! ((POSTED BY ARAVILAR)) The winds of the plain were cold, colder than Aravilar had felt in a long while. Whipping breezes came with the cold; Aravilar's elven face was red with the burn of the many hours of exposure to the cruel and unforgiving wind that, like a terrible knife, cut across his chiseled face in streaks of red. Looking around, the mage was not happy. "Kulideam visitare debeo, Finwe," the mage commented. "Non necesse est mihi in hoc loco esse; tu ipse ad Hillsfar ire potest. Cur me vexas?" Of course, if the other mage was going to reply, Aravilar did not hear it. And then, there it was. The City of Hillsfar rose in the distance, about twenty-five miles away. And Aravilar stared. "What kind of joke is that?" he said with a look of surprise on his face. "Is that a city or a slum?" The archmage sighed and continued to walk further and further, eventually coming upon a babbling brook, a stream of crystal clear water that what rushing fast through the moor. Along the sides of the pure waterline were tufts of green grass and many colorful rocks... and Aravilar the archmage bent down to peer into the mirror-like brook. "Fin... Can you hear that?" Aravilar asked the mage... But Aravilar was no longer in the fields of Hillsfar. "Hello? Fin! Ubi es, amice?" Aravilar stammered. But there was no one to hear his words. Blackness enveloped him. And there was nothing. "It is like you have seen the light and have been cursed into the shadows. Aravilar." The archmage could of course recognize that voice. "Mystra," Aravilar said. "If there is any who could understand the terrible pain this war is causing, it is you. My friends and I--" Aravilar began. "--have unleashed more magic in the last two days than the entire nation of Amn has in the last fifty years!" Mystra finished for him. Aravilar was floating in null space, a veritable void in time and space. And yet, the mage was still alive. "You have summoned my, milady," Aravilar said. The goddess, who was not visible, said nothing. Aravilar continued floating in this void, but it seemed a light pull was bringing him towards a now-shining point in the space. "You have summoned me to this place, my lady... What service shall I perform?" "You already know what you must do." The point of light was getting brighter and brighter. Aravilar was flying toward it so quickly... And then, there was nothing. Or.... "Oh!" Aravilar said, sitting upright. Where was he? Certainly not near Hillsfar; the land was too sandy and rocky... and the air was salty... like the sea... The School of Light and Magic rose up in the distance. "Wha...?" Aravilar said, shaking his head, as if the motion would clear his mind. "The School," he said aloud, trying to understand what had just happened. The mage stood and began to walk... but his legs were stuck to the sand. "What in Mystra's name..." he exclaimed loudly. He pulled, and pulled, and still his legs were stuck to the sandy shore... and they were freed... and Aravilar began to run towards the school. Time and space were somehow mashed together into some twisted reality that stretched the distance betweem the running mage and the looming school... Aravilar reached out a hand to touch the school's front doors... but he was still miles away... and his fingers made contact with the wood... and yet he was still running... He burst through the front doors, panting and coughing. "Where is Lady Hoot?" Aravilar called loudly. "Send for a cleric!" he shouted. But there was no one qround to hear it... And Aravilar began to cry. "Agudo." The image of the laughing, bearded archmage flashed in front of Aravilar's eyes. "Khaira." The elven bard shook her hair in the sunlight and smiled. "Camaris." The spellcaster and his rat familiar, standing on the airship. "Angel." The winged woman fluttered her wings softly. "Clare." The silver-haired woman laughed and smiled in the soft summer's light. "Leenaria." The pixie whispered in her own language and then laughed, smiling. "Lucky." The leprechaun was dancing to an unheard tune. "Elisa." The Queen, standing proudly before her soldiers. "Keldorn." The Knight, waving the banner of his troops high above the battle. "Zollex." The half-elven bladesinger was singing a song in the gardens. "Mytus." The man holding a roll of random papers, smiling his ever-suspicious smile. "Finwe." Aravilar's best friend, with a rare smile on his face. "Flayhara." The purple-haired woman looked up to Aravilar, and her wistful gaze said everything. "Gene." The shadowlord looked up, but said nothing. "Leetah." The golden-haired cleric looked to the mage, and a spell was on her lips. "Emeraldeyes." The woman, smiling in the office of Agudo while the plans were made for the War. "Daleah." The paladin, her red hair blowing in the breeze, with a look of surprise on her face. "Kulideb." The short-haired elf looked around, and a silent cry came from between her lips. Aravilar cried out again and again, lashing out at the ground underneath him, punching the stone floor until his fists bled red blood and blue fire. "Whywhywhywhywhywhywhy?!" he exclaimed. "Must I be interrupted at every turn? The Army! I--" "Aravilar." The archmage stopped and looked around wildly for the voice. "Keya!" the mage called out. "Love! Dearest! What is happening?" But fate, it seemed, took a different course. The void stretched into infinity, and yet was nothing. Where was Aravilar the archmage? Aravilar Holistacia was alone ((NOW MORE WORDS FROM THE DM)) BLOODY WOW Aravilar thats why I have your here...thats the person we like! :bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :pile:
Finwe 03-14-04, 10:28 AM	Just remember; the glass is twice as big as it needs to be ;)
sculyblast 03-14-04, 11:36 AM	Nienses there she sat down, on a stone in the forrest, all alone.. thinking about what she had just done. why? why did she ever trust mytus? how could she so have been so foolish that high power would come without a pricecart? and look where she ended up, she ended up serving in a war.. why? she never needed the power, her live was oke the way it had been. she couldn't prevent the tears that just rolled down her face.. why..why!! why would no-one answer her? She fought of the good times with her friends, she was happy then, all her friends loved her, they had such a great time, she fell in love with this guy, he was so right for her and they where so perfect together, then war was declaired, she always hated war, she could not stand any kind of argue. Although he had promissed her to return as soon as possible, he didn't, he died, in that war.. That was when she met mytus, he told her she could join the army and see her beloved again, and he would grant her all the power she wanted. if only she had knew he was death, she sold her soul, only to see him again.. and she would do it again.. but now it was certain she would not ever again meet her beloved.. her friends left her, her parents died.. and she got all on her own.. "IS IT TRUE? AM I ALL ON MY OWN NOW? WOULD NO ONE HELP ME" she cried with even more tears rolling down her face
aravilar_holistacia 03-14-04, 01:47 PM	OOC: Yes, yes, you see what I can write when I'm extremely angry, hmm? ;) ((NOW MORE WORDS FROM THE DM)) BLOODY WOW Aravilar thats why I have your here...thats the person we like! :bow::tiphat: Glad to be of service.
Khaira 03-14-04, 03:11 PM	Khaira is in a complete berseker fury...She wants Savael's head and, by the Hell's, she would have it! That accursed shield - it blocked her every attack! Finally, she saw a pattern ... the shield wasn't so fast...His armor, there was a chink in it...while she feinted with one sword, she thrust her other into that chink. The sword pierced and Savael almost looked shocked. She laughed then, a maniacal, evil laugh. She was happy, then - she would have his blood! Even as she raised her second sword to finsish Savael off, and withdrew her first, she saw the gauntlet coming for her neck. She ducked, but she must have been groggy, for it was not fast enough. He catches Khaira on the cheekbone, and a half scream escapes from her lips. It is the sound as of one dying and she flies back a foot or so. She feels something trickling down her face. She reaches up and feels the rich, dark blood oozing down her face. She grimaces; that would definitely leave a scar. Quickly standing up, she glares at Savael, calm once again. The beautiful,comely face that entertained so many crowds; it would probably be scarred for life now. From somewhere deep within, she finds strength within herself, and her expression becomes a stony promise of death for him. "Savael, Traitor, Backstabber; You will live to regret that! I will have your blood and I will have your soul...You called down the Thunder - well now here I am! Come, Feel the wrath of the fires of Hell, fool!" With that, she carefully analyzes the man as she circles around him again. He was afraid now - he had seen what she was capable of. But there was so much more! Why do you not let me fight him! I shall bring him down, drink his blood, and sent his soul down to the Dark One! Fire shall consume his body and .... I will not destroy him; I must take him captive! He shall go on trial and be judged as a man is judged before the forces of the Gods above! I am a honorable fighter, and I shall not sink to his level! Haven't you realized the Truth yet!? Honor gets you killed! Being Good brings victory to your enemy!! Be victorious, not the major defeat of this war! No! Silence! This is my fight, and mine alone! She continues to circle Savael, bobbing, weaving, always moving, once again. She was in control, she would remain in control. She was Agudo's friend, she was the Headmistress, even Aravilar relied on her to finish this battle. Everybody relied on her. She winks at Savael, smirking that oh-so-confident smile. Her harp, humming faintly, reminded her why she was here. Agudo ... he would be avenged, by the Gods. "Boo...Dodge this!" With that, she darts in, attacking that man once again. He could not go on forever, dammit!
Khaira 03-14-04, 03:18 PM	Originally posted by aravilar_holistacia OOC: If anyone read my posts correctly you would quickly find that Aravilar is with Finwe and three prefect guards (STUDENTS) are at the school. Gee, you'd think people would read the posts of the Army Commander. Maybe he has something important to say, considering he is the Army Commander. HMMZ. Perhaps I have not made myself clear? And another thing--a Chosen of Mystra archmage WOULD be using the teleportation spells most often; THE ARMY COMMANDER, WHO MUST COMMAND THE ARMY, would be jumping from place to place in his sphere of influence. So, let's recap. Is this some kind of pathetic excuse for a joke? I'm not laughing. You (Gordon) have given me a pretty damn good reason to just stop posting here entirely. And if it were up to me, I would have left right around the time Aravilar was thought to be crazy, way back when on the airship. But I won't leave in the middle of things because I'm too good to my fellow posters, and I don't want to disrupt things anymore than is necessary to roleplay an Elven High Mage. If you don't like it, go ahead: Ask me to leave. PS: Nice art, as usual. [ooc] Okay, everybody just take a step back and BREATHE! We're all here to have *fun*, not to yell at each other for each nit-picking thing. If you find yourself stressed out, the worst thing to do is post...just take a break, and breathe...I myself am getting tired of Agudo complaining bout something Ava did and Ava in turn exploding. We all have our bad days but for god's sake ... don't bring it on the boards! PLEASE!
aravilar_holistacia 03-14-04, 03:23 PM	Originally posted by Khaira [ooc] Okay, everybody just take a step back and BREATHE! We're all here to have *fun*, not to yell at each other for each nit-picking thing. If you find yourself stressed out, the worst thing to do is post...just take a break, and breathe...I myself am getting tired of Agudo complaining bout something Ava did and Ava in turn exploding. We all have our bad days but for god's sake ... don't bring it on the boards! PLEASE! OoC: That's an order, right, headmistress? :bow: At your command...
Khaira 03-14-04, 03:45 PM	Originally posted by aravilar_holistacia OoC: That's an order, right, headmistress? :bow: At your command... I feel a need to clarify...Ava, you can disregard this since I already told you in AIM. That post of mine was not, in any way shape or form, directed solely to Agudo and Aravilar. I just think that people need to understand that this is a game, not real life, and as such, people shouldn't take it *so* seriously. I mean, sure, it's fine to get into the game, but if you (agian this goes for everyone, nto just you and/or agudo) find yourself getting stressed, take a break and breathe. GO for a walk. Eat something. Drink something. And more importantly, Try to see why the other side might be reprimanding you. But don't, please, oh gods, (and this is MOST importantly) PLEASE DON'T MAKE THE ARGUEMNT WORSE BY CONTINUING TO YELL! Don't know about the rest of you, but when I come and am in a good mood, and want to post, but THEN I see a reprimand by a DM and then the person who got reprimanded yelling, *I* get mad. Because it totally screws up the game. Example...(nobody take offense now...)Agudo reprimands Ava for teleporting too much. A good note to take - Ava is one of the Chosen of Mystra. He has that power. His argument is well taken. He's a Chosen of Mystra. he has that power. He should use that power as Army Commander, to help his army. But instead of Agudo and Aravilar talking calmly about it, say in PMs (where arguemnts should be taken!), Aravilar just posts an equally reprimanding post directed to Agudo. See, this is what happens. Nothing gets resolved. Nothing gets resolved. The players aren't happy. The DMs aren't happy. the players aren't becoming better players. They're just getting yelled at. Just keep this in mind, guys ... it's like, say, emotions. YOu get yelled at every week, let's say. YOu think, okay, I'll just hold it in. So pressure builds pressure builds pressure builds. you think it's allright. Then one day, the pressure is just too much .... it goes BOOM! This is what will happen. Agudo keeps yellign AT Aravailar for ... something. THey don't discuss it, they just keep yelling. SOoner or later, if it's not fixed, one or the other is going to get fed up with it all and quit. Let's not have that happen. I, myself, don't want to lose any players, but if this keeps up, that is what is going to happen. All in all...be careful what you say or do guys! It can have a profound effect on everyone! P.s. Don't forget if you're getting stressed out - take a break! Realize, this isn't real life. It's a game. Everybody say that for me, three times. This is a game. This is a game. This is a game. I will not get overly angry. I will not get overly angry. There ya go!
Evander-Sunstrike 03-14-04, 04:22 PM	Evander Sunstrike of the House of the Sun, Friend to the House of Rhindaun, Guide and Follower of Correlon Larethian walks in through the gates of Agudo's School of Light and Magic. He walks with a measured pace as that of a holy man, and yet with the power and courtesy of some great warrior. It had only been a few weeks since his induction into that semi-secretive group, the Harpers. He never knew who the sponsor was; for all he knew, it could be the famed Elminster himself! He was sent to investigate this school; what was it, what did it stand for, what kinds of people lived there, what classes were taught, what secrets were there within this school? The utmost secrecy was required; that much had been enforced into his mind. He was here now, but the path that he took here was an interesting one, to say the least. The shadows were gazing at him, it seemed. He almost felt their hand reaching out to him, to yank him towrds them, to destroy him. Why was he, a newly inducted Harper, sent down here *alone*?! Oh well, nobody would know, not even he, until later. No one questioned the Harper ways - they were too far and strange in between to analyze. Ah, here was the Front Desk. Whoever is there, he smiles to and bows deeply, nodding to them. "Greetings unto thee. Kindly tell me; what fine establishment have I happened upon in my travels? Who is the owner of this place? The dusts of travel have completely covered my entire entity, and I would be indebted to you if I could get a room, e'en just for the night. If need be, I'll shall work the cost of the room off." He stands then, waiting for the response. His voice bubbles and springs forth merrily as he spoke, and his beuatiful voice, obviously of one with a singing background, seems to contrast the sinewy, flowing muscles as he bows. Could this elf be a legendary bladesinger?
aravilar_holistacia 03-14-04, 04:46 PM	It was never a problem before the death of Agudo for Aravilar to think about the School; there was always someone there to help new students into the classes and into the scheme of things. But after the headmaster's death... Aravilar shook his head. "So much has happened in the past month... Kheldar slaying Agudo, Khaira as the headmistress... Me, the deputy headmaster... Savael's army being repelled in the Battle of the Tesh River... Camaris almost dying in that spell... And now Kulideb." Aravilar, from where he was standing near the front desk with Kulideb, watched the elven man enter the school. "My lady," Aravilar whispered to Kulideb, "I shall be returned shortly." Aravilar squeezed Kulideb's hand and walked towards the newcomer. "Good morning, traveler... I am Aravilar, the deputy headmaster of the school... This is the School of Light and Magic," he added. Aravilar was still slightly disheveled and his fists were still bloodied, although they had begun to heal, the fires knitting together his abrased skin. "Our Headmistress is Khaira Amastacia..." Aravilar said, trailing off. Agudo might be gone, but at least Aravilar and Khaira could keep the school alive in memory of him...
Kheldar Devaentar 03-14-04, 07:03 PM	((Kharia, I do think there's been improvement. . . But I'm glad you spoke your mind and shared your thoughts. Aravilar, terrific posts! Very good story telling. . . I'm gonna have to keep you angry all the time I think! :) Kulideb. . . My apologies for the hair, heh. I tried to represent curly hair with as little lines as possible. . . But instead of getting "curly hair" I ended up with "swirly hair!" - I'm sorry. . . Could you at least tell I was trying to base it off Kulideb's picture? Ya see? I even put the swirly tattoo's on her neck!)) http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif "IS IT TRUE? AM I ALL ON MY OWN NOW? WOULD NO ONE HELP ME?" "Well, I'd love to help a pretty maiden such as yourself, but I can't very well do that unless I know what the problem is!" Kheldar stepped out from behind a group of trees where before there had been nothing but empty space. He wore a bright, happy smile. He'd have looked very friendly if not for the grizzly trail of blood that dripped from two spots on his back. Quietly, he walked around Nienses to face her front, blood continued to drip behind him. "Hiya, I'm Kheldar Devaentar, thief and spy- at your service!" Kheldar flourished his cloak and preformed an exaggerated bow. Blood spattered behind him. "And who have I the pleasure of meeting?" Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
Gene_Kynes 03-14-04, 08:01 PM	Savael soon had company...known only by Savael's own body turning shimmery...etheral...to the point where one couldn't tell where Savael began, and Shadow ended. "...Why...hello..." An insidious...toxically alluring voice carried these words...their origin soon shimmering into view. Despite the battle raging around him, Gene seemed immaculately clean...dressed simply, for someone of his experience in adventuring, but he still had a quiet air of grace about him. "...Headmistress, is it? Someone has to take the title." He seems to counter her circling with his own, never letting down eye contact. "Glad to see you're just as enthustiastic as ever. Going toe-to-toe with someone who's the second-most-dangerous kind of killer...the kind who has a blade concealed within their tongue. You do realize, that this isn't a game, no? That you can die out here, leaving the School without a leader, once again." He carries no obvious weapons...his katana isn't present at his hip...but the smirk on his lips seems as dangerous as any weapon on that field. "...You'll die alone out here...with nobody to sing your song, but death. Not alone physically...but in another way." Gene narrows his eyes briefly, before looking up, arms now crossed, smirk remaining. "...You're in a battle fury, aren't you? You can barely hear what I say...or at least, comprehend. There's a thing about my ring...it can only kill animals...easily, at least. And you, dear, are as low as an elf can get before becoming entirely barbaric. A creature of instinct. What will killing this man accomplish? Tell me that, will you?" He now looks back at her, trying to re-establish eye contact.
Khaira 03-14-04, 08:52 PM	((OOC Savael ... I was "fighting" you while I am talking with Gene. Not trying to control your character of anything. It would only make sense. Surely Savael wouldn't stop the battle just so Khaira could speak to a potential ally.)) Her eyes widen as s he sees the shadows begin to form. She was no fool, nor was she born yesterday ... she already knew who this was, coming. Unless that is, Messianica had a Shadow Dancer on her side too...if this were true, it would prove to be rather unfortunate for the Forces of Light...As she spins and blocks a blow from Savael, she sees then, who it is. "Gene! What are you..." Her thoughts are interrupted as does a quick sidestep, avoiding another blow to the temple. She would destroy this traitor, Savael! But then Gene began to speak ... dammit, he would be the end of her! Why did he have to keep coming back ... she loved him once....dammit! "...Headmistress, is it? Someone has to take the title." "Give me a break, Gene! Seriously! Enough with these childish games. Aravilar ... relied on me! He still does! The ARmy relies on me! Can't you...." She is interrupted once again, by a sudden lunge from Savael. She leaps back, her blades comign down in an "X". She was talented. "Glad to see you're just as enthustiastic as ever. Going toe-to-toe with someone who's the second-most-dangerous kind of killer...the kind who has a blade concealed within their tongue. You do realize, that this isn't a game, no? That you can die out here, leaving the School without a leader, once again." OOH! What was wrong him this time! Why can't he understand ... this man betrayed Agudo. He deserved to die a death most horrible! Did he think she were still a child? Yes she took risks but....She blocks, spinning around Savael once again. SHe never was good at multi-tasking ... Gene would be the death of her! "When will you understand, Gene! Taking risks is my life! I've lived my life on the streets, taking risks! Besides, until you know who this man is and what he stood for, you would not be so condescending! There is Lady Hoot, there is Aravilar! There is always somebody to take my place if I should die! It is a part of life, Gene. Birth-life-death...I've learned to deal with it! Besides Headmistress is not my title! Agudo ... he is the only one! Agudo and only Agudo! I am no Headmistress - I didn't deserve it before, and I sure don't deserve it now!" She blocks, spinning around Savael once againShe blocks another attack from Savael and slices. But he was fast too - still, now she had a piece of his hair. Ha! One or the other would wear down soon enough! "...You'll die alone out here...with nobody to sing your song, but death. Not alone physically...but in another way." "You know Gene, I loved you once. I wanted you to come to me and tell me that I was yours, forever. That was a childish game. How many times could I have died, Gene? Fighting the Lich. Fighting Drow. Fighting for my life. Protecting an innocent. Now. Then. There. Now. Tommorrow. Who knows, Gene." She blocks another blow, a thrust, and then another attack - a downward attack. OOh, the strength and anger in that strike! "There is always the chance of death. BUt Gene - Gene, you know what I fear the most? 4 walls, confining me, preventing me from having the time of life, or fighting for the life of another. Here, now, at least I am fighting. Fighting for Aravilar my friend. Fighting for the death of Agudo. FIghting for freedom. Fighting for the side of good. My life is not important. If you saw what I saw, you would know that, as I do." She blocked, rolled, spun, even did a flip over her enemy then. Damn, he WAS good! But she had the upper hand...she was calm, now....she would win. Agudo would be avenged! "...You're in a battle fury, aren't you? You can barely hear what I say...or at least, comprehend. There's a thing about my ring...it can only kill animals...easily, at least. And you, dear, are as low as an elf can get before becoming entirely barbaric. A creature of instinct. What will killing this man accomplish? Tell me that, will you?" "I heard every word you said, Gene. You will be the death of me if you remain here! Why can't you leave me alone! I am not barbaric, Gene ... I am fighting for a friend! I am fighting for myself! Get out of my life Gene! GO .... die for all I care! You've changed! I've changed. We've all changed! Just ... leave me alone!" She then locks eyes with Gene, before she must break it in order to continue the battle. Sadness. Pain. Truth. History. Love. Hate. THis is what you see in her eyes. Then she breaks the gaze, fighting like she had never fought before...
Branth 03-14-04, 09:13 PM	*Just a lil ol blank post*
aravilar_holistacia 03-14-04, 09:41 PM	Branth -- PMed you.
Khaira 03-14-04, 10:10 PM	Branth, if you leave, I'll cry! Get yer sorry, firelizard bum back here, on the double! :) P.S. Please? You won't ever see me grovelling this low again, let me promise you. Heh.
Evander-Sunstrike 03-14-04, 10:22 PM	Post fluke
Evander-Sunstrike 03-14-04, 10:44 PM	Evander bows to the man before him, Aravilar. He smiles unto him, and the respect of this man is obvious. He speaks again, his voice melodious, reminiscient of a bubbling brook on a warm, spring day... "Greetings unto thee, Aravilar Holistacia. Aa' menle nauva calen ar' ta hwesta e' ale'quenle, Heruamin Aravilar. I am but a stranger in these foreign lands, and if ye can provide me a room and a bath, I would be much obliged. I shall work the cost of both off, if need be. And my personal vow to ye, I shall not be in the way. In the morning, I shall be gone." He draws one of the swords from his sheath then - it glows, faintly, a blue. Obviously, it holds elven magic within its blade. He salutes Aravilar then, sharply, and awaits a response from him. If Aravilar is knowledged in runes, especially of the Harpers, he can faintly see the symbol of the Harper inscribed upon the blade. But he knows not if it was merely his imagination, for then it is gone as quickly as it had come. *May thy paths be green and the breeze on thy back, my Lord Aravilar
aravilar_holistacia 03-14-04, 11:14 PM	Originally posted by Evander-Sunstrike Evander bows to the man before him, Aravilar. He smiles unto him, and the respect of this man is obvious. He speaks again, his voice melodious, reminiscient of a bubbling brook on a warm, spring day... "Greetings unto thee, Aravilar Holistacia. Aa' menle nauva calen ar' ta hwesta e' ale'quenle, Heruamin Aravilar. I am but a stranger in these foreign lands, and if ye can provide me a room and a bath, I would be much obliged. I shall work the cost of both off, if need be. And my personal vow to ye, I shall not be in the way. In the morning, I shall be gone." He draws one of the swords from his sheath then - it glows, faintly, a blue. Obviously, it holds elven magic within its blade. He salutes Aravilar then, sharply, and awaits a response from him. If Aravilar is knowledged in runes, especially of the Harpers, he can faintly see the symbol of the Harper inscribed upon the blade. But he knows not if it was merely his imagination, for then it is gone as quickly as it had come. *May thy paths be green and the breeze on thy back, my Lord Aravilar Aravilar was a bit shocked when the Harper symbol was seen on the man's blade. "Ar' Nandaror dethole poldor lle sinome, e' istimamen'? Voronwe, amin dura lle ar' amin anta quen ereb." OoC: wow, that elven took longer than usual... Aravilar nodded. "I shall have your room prepared and your dinner brought to you."
Evander-Sunstrike 03-14-04, 11:31 PM	The man blinks, in surprise, at the man's words. He knew? How could he know? He had to maintain all secrecy! Was the mission lost? He would be punished, surely....He would have to bluff his way out of this one. "My Lord? I know not what you mean. It has ever been my dream and vision to join the ranks of the Harpers, and yet, I am not worthy to join them. Not yet. But I thank thee for the room and dinner." He then awaited, leaning on his blade, as he awaits the man's reply. He hoped he believed him - dammit, he could not be found out. Punishment would surely ensue if he was found out, and returned empty-handed...He merely stands by and awaits Aravilar.
aravilar_holistacia 03-14-04, 11:48 PM	Aravilar smiled and said, "As you wish, as you wish, lord." I suppose I will let this one... believe he's still undercover, for now, Aravilar thought. "Your room is upstairs, lord... You will find it is already marked with your name and has been furnished for you... Dinner will be prepared when you are ready," the mage explained.
Gene_Kynes 03-15-04, 12:25 AM	Gene chuckles, pulling out a long...thin dagger. "Oh, we're all in a game. We're just playing by different rules." Tinted slightly by the strange, false metals offered by the Shadow Plane, the dagger blends, just as Savael does. (( That is, if he didn't reject the spell.)) "Loved me? Flattered, really...but love and lust are two different things. Very different things. One wears the other's mask, at times...Love wearing Lust's mask, in Denial...while Lust wears Love's mask, in over-approval. Fighting for your life? Khaira...what use are you, if you die before you can fully serve your purpose?" Drawing the knife along his glove...the leather reveals a slit of pale skin. "We've changed...well, you've changed. My only change is how the light tilts...and where it shines." Then...smirking...he murmurs a few words in Netherese, and the dagger becomes the tip of a lute's bayonet. Playing a deep, sorrowful reqiuem...Gene's game seems to be lowering Khaira's morale, than physically harming her.
kulideb 03-15-04, 03:25 AM	((Please bring Branth back! and Kheldar is the knife that Branth has the same one that Kuli used to cut the bread with? ))
Branth 03-15-04, 09:26 AM	((OOC: Upon further review (And a note from Agudo, which reminded me I still have unfinished buisness.:embarrass ) I've decided to stay. For now. Oh and Kulideb, the Dager I got was a differnt one from the one you used I believe, If I read Kheldar's post right.)) Branth lays still...... But in his head... o O( BRANTH! BRANTH! Get up. Come one Branth, don't give up on us yet. I'm sure Lady Hoot is almost ready to fix us. She always was a smart wise owl. Why I remeber one time where we.... ) *The voice in Branth's mind keeps rambling on.*:P
Khaira 03-15-04, 09:51 AM	A growl seems to escape from her lips; a very inhumane growl, really. "Gene, what do you want; I mean, really! Are you trying to tell me that you know my purpose more than I do? No! No! I won't have it! I WILL NOT HAVE IT!" Her eyes betray her; her expression is stony, calm, reserved. Her eyes, those beautiful, emerald green eyes, the eyes that bore so much beauty ... pain ...love ...those very same eyes now linger on the verge of insanity. Of destruction.Her voice, when she speaks, is longer that of a calm, beautiful, happy bard. Her voice is that of a banshee, screaming, ever screaming, in the utmost insanity. And insane she is! Her eyes, they glow a reddish color once again. "None of you know my purpose! None of you know my life! You! Agudo! Drindin! Aravilar! You all betray me! Dammit, Gene! Leave me! Can't you see...open your eyes, Gene! No! No! Agudo died! Drindin died! You left me, in physical and spiritual! Aravilar ... he may as well leave, if he is not dead already!" Yes. my dear Khaira. They wish nothing for you, those men. They are evil. Why don't *you* open your eyes? They wish nothing but pain for you. You cannot stop them. The only thing is to kill them. Kill them all! NOW! She shakes her head vigorously, holding it in her hands as she does so. "No! No! NOOOOOOO! Leave me alone! Leave me be! Can't any of you realize! Drindin! Agudo! Gene! Aravilar! Leave me to die! Leave me now! Strike me down! I shall end the pain!" She looks then, at Gene...who does she say? What image does she see. Abandoning Drindin, she begins to walk towards Gene, and in a fit of insanity, She brings both swords down on his neck, in a hopeful attempt to strike him dead, to end all of her worries, all of the pain. Khaira's harp falls to the ground, then, landing in the river bed. And the strings begin to move, but no sound comes out - at least not to Gene's or Savael's ears. Far, far away, though, Aravilar hears the harp. It is an eerie sound, to hear the harp playing this tune; it is a sad tune, composed of desperation, sadness, and death. It is very dark, and would be fear-inspring if Aravilar were of lesser will.
aravilar_holistacia 03-15-04, 11:13 AM	Common to all the Chosen of Mystra was that one ability, the defining characteristic of their persons... And Aravilar heard his name said.... How many times? "What in the name of Mystra...?" Aravilar said quickly. "Lord Evandur, please go to your room; I have business elsewhere." Aravilar turned to Kulideb. "My lady, the Harp is summoning me..." It was doing just that... haunting melodies and ghastly harmonies, across time and space, the ancient elven magic ringing in his ears... as a warning. "Kuli, I must leave... Please... do not think less of me. I cannot stand to see Khaira dead! And I must know why she has called my name... She is calling for help... I must go to her. The Headmistress is under attack... and I must deliver her from evil," Aravilar said, ruffling his cloak. The archmage concentrated heavily on the incorporeal music... and said, "Kulideb, please... Come with me. Shadow jump; do something... Khaira will need you now." The music began to make his body shimmer lightly, and then more and more until Aravilar was as a mist in the air. And then, there was none. "Khaira!" Aravilar called. "Lady Khaira, I am to you!" Aravilar called out, although in the void of whatever musical demiplane the harp had conjured, no sound came from his screaming voicebox. The enchantment of the harp held a deep spell; emotions... thoughts... But why? Aravilar asked himself. She names me among the ones... she... Agudo? Drindin... I never knew him. But Gene? What of Gene...? Passion... heat... fire and flame... from her heart. Aravilar was almost thrown back when he allowed her emotions to enter his heart. And yet, there is still something else... Something for me! the mage thought. Love... hate... death and life... from her heart. Khaira was overwhelmed... and Aravilar almost so. The archmage mumbled something... and he allowed the Harp to give Aravilar Khaira's emotions... perhaps I can help the Headmistress think more clearly... When Aravilar came closer to his final destination, he could tell, for the singing strings of the harp rang clearer and louder. Finally, Aravilar could speak to the embroiled bard. "Khaira, I am to thee! Please; think clearly, and allow your pain to pass to me..." Aravilar nigh-yelled. But when Aravilar felt that pain... he realized a dreadful thing. She names me among Agudo, Gene, and the lord Drindin whom I never knew... She holds a deep pain for each; and yet, there is some unfulfilled passion in her heart for me... Aravilar blinked several times and said aloud, "Is is truly possible, Mystra? Can she... love me as well?" The archmage never received an answer before he landed harshly on the ground near the bard. "My... my lady... I heard your call," Aravilar said, panting and fumbling on the ground as his senses returned to him.
sculyblast 03-15-04, 01:47 PM	Nienses "Kheldar Devaentar? Why would one as you walk through this forest? has my absence been discovered already? Where you send by the one who promised me Love for Freedom, but yet took both of them? I am Nienses.. I may be the one you seek." she paused for a while, trying really hard not to cry and trying to find some of the strengths hidden in her shell ( The Shell: the mental power of a Character never compare to what power he is, even A 35th level character would cry when his only true love dies, the shell represents The powers gained by level, still the shall with not make you strong against any event that would hurt your soul, if you still don't understand, please pm) "No one loves you in the darkest hour! But since ever very minute of my live turned into one everlasting dark hour.. No one will love me ever again! I will not come with you, Kheldar Devaentar, Son of your Father's! I will stay here! and there is no way you can take me back to the one who promised me Love for Freedom" then she sat down on a rock and crossed her arms
Savael 03-15-04, 02:29 PM	Savael brought another punch from his steely fist flying towards Khaira, only to have it hit nothing but open air as the agile bard ducked and swerved away, time and time again. Just beside him, in the shadows to his right, something odd was taking place... Savael watched out of the corner of his yellow eye as some of the shadows of the early dawn slowly began to swirl, to take shape... The shape of a cloaked and hooded man. The stranger gave no other explanation for his arrival than simple greeting, and the hint of a small, secretive smile on his lips. Who was this man? Savael had little idea. Friend or foe perhaps? He did not have time to wonder though, as Khairas blows still came as sure and as swift as ever. The red-haired fiend giving him little rest, let alone remorse. The figure spoke to her though, questioning her as an old acquaintance would, regarding the apparent wisdom of her current decision to battle him, as well as a whole range of other things. Savael breathed quickly now, using this new-found opportunity to catch his breath for a few seconds. Khaira’s onslaught had come to a halt for the moment, as the cloaked man, nearly invisible now that he came to think of it, distracted his opponent from the task of combating him... Oh hell... he would be a fool to let this chance slip away from him... “Go forth my brother of the faith, sweet Champion of salvation, and smite the infidels with thy holy sword of faith” Messianica had said that to him, just before his departure with the fleet. Smiting was required of him... and smite he would... He launched himself into a series of harsh, measured thrusts and punches. His target proved elusive though, for even as she was engaged in conversation, her skills with the sword proved sufficient enough to time and time again block his repeated attacks... "Give me a break, Gene! Seriously! Enough with these childish games. Aravilar ... relied on me! He still does! The Army relies on me! Can't you...." The conversation droned on as before, and to his amusement it sounded as though something the cloaked newcomer was saying was distracting Khaira a great deal more than it should. Oh joyous fate... He had hit her once before. The three sorry stumps of his blades had connected so perfectly with her cheekbone on the right side of her face, mutilating her finely chiselled features as well as releasing a thin, yet satisfying trickle of blood down her face... He had proved it to himself then, this pharia of destruction could be hit, could be hurt, could be wounded... It just wasnt very easy...! She made some swift reference to her position as Headmistress in Agudos school... But that couldn’t be right! Agudo held sway in those halls... Not this fiendish thing... Although it had been some time since last he’d checked... She suddenly made a quick dash towards him though, one which he narrowly escaped, and retrieved little more of him than a stray lock of dusky hair... But still – It was his hair! And now she smiled her swift smile. The wench!...Oooh if he could only get in another blow he would-! She suddenly made a jump over him, landing quite perfectly on the ground behind him – How did she DO that?! And all he could ever do was try to parry her blows as they came.... swift.... hateful... furious and angry... Then, just as suddenly as they had come, they stopped once more, and Savael watched in surprise as his adversary clutched her head in her hands and screamed out her rage and agony towards the heavens... "No! No! NOOOOOOO! Leave me alone! Leave me be! Can't any of you realise! Drindin! Agudo! Gene! Aravilar! Leave me to die! Leave me now! Strike me down! I shall end the pain!" Names... names... names. Of loved ones perhaps? He supposed so... some of them he knew, like Drindin – a good man all in all, although a bit dour... never a smile on his face at all. And Agudo... of course he knew him... Strike her down, eh? Why, she wouldn’t need to ask him twice! He tensed up for a short second before slowly circling around her, it was almost to easy... and brought his fists down upon the back of her head in quick unison, in one hard, heartfelt blow... Who the stranger was he did not know, but he owned him a thanks of sort for distracting her for as long as he had...
Agudo Archmage 03-15-04, 02:51 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Lady Hoot sat quietly in Agudo Office and Branth lay on a soft goose feathered couch with Kulideb. “The question is can you do it?” The wise white owl said the plump but cute Gnomish woman. Penelope DangerFly, rubes her tummy, as she thought about breakfast. But then hearing The High Clerics of Light words she snapped out of her hungry thoughts. “Of course my Lady of the most glories school in the land. Thanks to your funding my projects, are success rate had double over last year. Lady Hoot frowned at her Penelope’s sly words. “In other words not all of them have blown up on the ground.” The wise owl paused for effect. “Some now fly before crashing! Am I right?” Penelope gave a nervous chuckle and took off her red hat and held it tightly. “Well…Yes! But please try to understand you have to brake a few eggs.. Or some such cooking talk! She began to sweat and the now very nervous Gnome, waved her hands excitedly. “Don’t worry Experimental model 178 is ready, with new improvements over the old ones like 177 or that nasty misshap 121” The High Cleric of Light shook her head at the memory of Model 121. “Pray that we wont have a repeat of the now famous and may I say infamous fraise… When Pigs Fly!” DangerFly saluted Hoot and bowed. “No my Lady no more barn yard animals I promise! So if Branth is ready, so am I” Lady Hoot had one more Question. “Will they land safely?” DangerFly was dumfounded. “You want them to land!” She looks at Branth amd kulideb then snaps her fingers. “I’ve got it! When the projectile starts to fall Branth can bail out and fly” She says this rather proudly as if it was the answer to everything. The snow owl just rolled her eyes. “We are desperate… I have to pray that your idea will work. Now pick him up and take Branth down to the Giant Sling shot you have built. Within the hour many people had gathered around, to see another spectacle of Penelope’s explode. The Gnome ran around checking knobs and contraptions that spilled out smoke and water. “Ok Stand back everyone it’s a one if five chance of going in reverse!” DangerFly took the long starter Switch and…. SNAP-SWOOSH A ten by ten foot metal ball shot in to the sky, and within seconds went into the clouds. Bartholomew a Genie student from the south, floated over and asked DangerFly a simple question. “Did you want me to give Branth blue parasail or the red with the holes. DangerFly was still looking skywards when she stopped to think about the question. “Well the red one lands faster because of the holes! But the blue one seems to give people a softer landing. She turns to eye the Genie “Why what one sis you give Branth.” Bartholomew smiled I raped both on them that way he can choose before the Model 178 crashes. Lady Hoot heard all this and could only pray that Branth and Kulideb would heed her words and (Jump) out before the metal ball crashes. (INSIDE THE PROJECTILE) The Metal ball swirled around in a circle going higher and higher. One window could be used for seeing... and outside white puffy clouds zoomed by. Then after an five hours of nauseating speed things began to go from bad to worse The Experiment Model 178 was going down and fast! The door started shaking and even tour off. So did other peaces of this thing... air rushed in and through gaps... the ground could be seen below coming up fast.
Branth 03-15-04, 03:13 PM	After a little nap, Branth seems to regain some energy, though not enough to trasport himself anywhere. He awakes to o O( And that's how I single handly saved the villagers. Well Ok Lady Hoot helped some.....Ok She helped a lot. What? Oh your awake again? Good, cause we're about to have a very nasty meeting with the ground. ) Branth looks around and see's he's in some kind of metal ball thats fastly approaching the ground! He frantically looks around and see's Kulideb is also in this thing with him! With a chirp of fright he pushes Kulideb out the door (FoD of course dear!) and grabs the back of her shirt. Flapping his wings to slow them down, he manages to get the away from the metal ball. He watches the ball crash hard and sighs in relief because they got out of it. He chirps again, this time directed at Kulideb. o O(Any ideas on get down without hurt? Can't hold us much longer. Did Hoot tell us how to land???) Branth only seems mildly concerened, as he knows he can land soft. It's just Kulideb might not get such a good landing out of it............ ((PS....um where did you throw us? What are we doing! AAHHHH I'm lost!))
Agudo Archmage 03-15-04, 04:02 PM	The projectile crahsed a mile from Hillsfar. Those in the city can see it explode. Branth and Kulideb are over head only few miles from the city as well. falling, or a soft landing?....Tehee we shallsee from thier post. Know one saw them jump out.... but the city may send out patroles to find out the cause of the explostion.
aravilar_holistacia 03-15-04, 04:07 PM	OOC: Almost to the 100th page! :cool: Only 28 more posts! (If your settings are set for 30 posts/page.) :D:D
Branth 03-15-04, 04:10 PM	We'll have to wait for Kulideb's post. After all BRANTH will land softly, he can fly! But Kulideb might make a icky splat! :(
Gene_Kynes 03-15-04, 04:24 PM	As the blades come down on Gene's neck...he makes no movement to dodge, or stop the blades...seemingly accepting the death handed to him. His head seperated from his body, which first kneeled...then fell onto his ichor-soaked chest. Ichor-soaked. Color drained from the body. The illusion soon failed...what layed in a puddle of midnight black ichor certainly wasn't Gene...it was a mere Umbral humanoid, cloaked with Gene's features, wrapped in deceptive magic. Any shock that this may produce is soon broken by the sound of a fabric lashing against the wind...and soon enough, a heavily cloaked, and darkly dressed figure stands behind Savael, another toxic smile on his features...the kind one could get lost in. Insidious. Wisps of white hair slip out from under the hood, silver eyes watching with a mix of interest and apathy...before they dissapear with a tilt of the head. My. That most certainly got her worked up. Offering a gloved hand to Savael, Gene prepares a Shadowjump. "Hurry, friend. The cavalry comes. The world can go on without another Gene Umbra, but you? Never. Now come on, take my hand, I'll get us th'hell out of here."
kulideb 03-15-04, 04:53 PM	Kulideb nodded to Aravilar, "Of course my love, you must go to her!" She stood on tip toes and kissed his cheek. "I'll join you later! I must see how Branth is doing." The elf hummed as she made her way to Branth in Lady Hoots office, she sat down next to him on a soft couch. ((A short while later..)) The elf looked at the gnomish devise. "Emm..are you sure this is safe?!" Of course it would be quicker than a shadow jump, but still.. The elf soon found her self flying through the air, she smiled at Branth when he woke. "Time to leave this thing I think." Branth pushed her out, which was a good job as the elf didnt think she would have the nerve to jump. He caught ahold of her shirt. "How do we land?..." The elf began to focus on the shadow plane, but it was hard to remain calm. ~Great I declare my love and die in the same day~ She could feel the plane shift about her. "Branth you can let me go, meet you on the ground." With that the elf entered the shadow plane, she was still falling, but using her cloak she was able to slow her decent, below her a lake of deep purple was fast approaching. She hit the water going down deep, she kicked as hard as she could breaking the surface just before her lungs felt as if they would explode. She climed out and entered back into the normal plane, looking a little damp and dishevelled. "Dont ask." She said to Branth as she pulled pond weed from her hair.
Khaira 03-15-04, 07:19 PM	Khaira only has time to look and see that Savael was not in her immediate vision. Gene? Where was Gene? What was he doing? And then she felt it, that hard punishment of pain, on the back of her head. She was still awake, but she could feel the darkness closing in, black as night. SHe just had enough time to turn and see him ... see that man, Savael. The traitor. So dishonorable ... When she awoke, she would have to kill him ... Gene - where was Gene? In a delusional voice, as her eyes roll into the back of her head, she murmurs, "Gene - why have you betrayed me?" She falls then, her fingertips only inches from the harp; the harp was the key to it all. It had brought happiness and joy, sorrow and tears, mystery and suspsense; money for Khaira, the bard, entertainment for countless crowds. How long had Agudo known Khaira for her wonderful music, played upon that beautiful harp? Gene -- she remembered Gene back at the school.and Agudo. Drindin -- what had happened to him? SHe felt the darkness closing in now - was this it? In the darkness, before her eyes close, a name escapes her lips, followed by six words... "Aravilar ..... I am sorry .... I have failed ...." And then her body falls limp, and her eyes close. Such is the life of a bard.
aravilar_holistacia 03-15-04, 07:30 PM	And the mage rushed to Khaira. "My lady," Aravilar said quickly, "the Harp called to me... And surely you did as well, if I am not mistaken!" When Aravilar's eyes trailed over to Savael and Gene, they went quite cold. "Both of you, enough of this. Savael; you will die eventually. I will not waste blade nor spell on you... even if you are a defunct commander and a blaspheming wretch. "And Gene. I have naught to say to you. I thought you loved Flayhara; now in her memory you aid the enemy? You sicken me, you disgust me. If Flayhara were here she would surely strike you down for this. Stay away from Khaira; her heart burns to see thee. I will not suffer her to be pained like this." Aravilar raised his fingers in spell and summoned a black vortex of spinning clouds and mists. He then took a step back and touched Khaira's forehead. "Lady, be safe." A blue light spread along her features (FoD permitting)... "Go ahead, Gene. Attack. And you Savael, attack. Shadow apparati are not very discriminant when it comes to the destruction of the shadows, Gene. And I will slay you myself if you approach, Savael," Aravilar said. The roiling black mass continued to swirl slowly. And then she collapsed. "Khaira!" "Aravilar ..... I am sorry .... I have failed ...." "You have failed nothing!" Aravilar said, catching her before she hit the ground. "You have not failed!" The mage cradled her head, holding her to him. "You have failed nothing!" Aravilar was quite angered now. "You... sicken me... Savael..." Aravilar said, sitting on the ground and holding Khaira. "You are the epitome of heartless. You are the summit of pathetic. I will slay you ere this war is over." Aravilar spoke to Khaira... telepathically... Khaira... you cannot die... it is the magic that sustains you... and the passion and fire that keeps you alive.... but I must know... Where in your heart am I?
Gene_Kynes 03-15-04, 07:43 PM	Gene frowns...faintly, before making a quick 'jump to the Bard. He whispers...in a voice meant only for her, as he props her head up, and pours a bitter, lime-green fluid down her throat, popped from a vial. (( Potion of Heal )) "You honestly thought I'd leave you for dead...after you taught me the Sonata Pathetique? Please, Khaira...I was raised much better than to kick dirt in your face, after being given a gift that hands cannot touch...a gift that cannot be seen." Smiling slightly, wiping some blood off her cheek...he then looks back to Savael, attempting to grab the man's hand...and teleport...far, far away.
Gene_Kynes 03-15-04, 07:55 PM	Almost by afterthough...Gene leaves a piece of paper that materializes in his hands with a flash of silver eyes...tossing it to the Archmage, before he teleports out...with, or without Savael. The note reads, in silver words and black text: "Some of us accomplish our goals in different ways. You prefer to barge in, lacking subtility, and any sense of subtrerfuge, while I lack heavily offensive spells. But there's one thing I like about you, Aravilar. Past the hot air, the speeches about things you hardly understand, and your own three-piece psychology, you're just a predictable, lonely man. Predictability is death, as they say. Don't judge before you read, drink in knowledge before you shun it's source. Otherwise, you'll always be a playing piece, and never a player." (( Also...just a reminder. OOC stays OOC, IC stays IC. kthxbye. ))
Khaira 03-15-04, 08:21 PM	The harp begins to play again as Khaira is help in Aravilar's arms. Gene cannot hear it. Savael cannot hear it. Khaira can't hear it. Only Aravilar can. It is a sad tune, a tune of death and life, sadness and happiness, desperation and hope. Savael dissapears. Gene dissapears. Khaira dissapears. The battle field dissapears. Aravilar is in a dark plane. A plane devoid of emotions. No love. No hate. No happiness. No sadness. Nothing.Zip. Zero. Zilch. Aravilar hears the question again ... his question... but I must know... Where in your heart am I? Aravilar is all of a sudden surrounded by planes of darkness. What is that floating around? The spirits of men? There he spies Agudo. There, Gene. A man, whom he instinctively knows is Drindin, there. The flowers here, are dark. Black. Colorless. Lifeless. They punctuate the field with a feeling of darkness. He sees Khaira, then. Was she dead already? Was he too late?m SHe is far away...What was she doing? Finally, she speaks... "I love you, my Deputy Headmaster, Commander of the Armed Forces of Light. But you cannot love me. I am not to be loved; it is not written in the stars. Love has a way of unraveling, when it is mine. Mine is a life of pain, death and destruction. You are better off with someone else, my friend. Go. Seek that light. Seek that love. Only seek it not with me, if you value life and happiness. My love is on the road, not in your arms. I do not belong in any man's arms. Fate has decreed it. The Gods have decreed it. You must let me go, my friend. Let me go in peace...This is my legacy. Always on the road. Never resting. Never loving. If you knew me - if you knew my past ... I am no better than Gene. No better than Savael. No better than Kheldar. YOu must ... let me go."
aravilar_holistacia 03-15-04, 08:28 PM	"I... then I must not value life or happiness.... And I can... love you. It has been locked away since the first time I saw you. But... I have never... I have not said anything... Oh, Khaira, I am torn!" Aravilar cried, a tear ripping down his cheek. "Torn between one and another! I love you! I love Kulideb! I love and I hate; oh, perhaps *you* thoust the reason know? It burns! Oh, but it burns, and I feel it so! I... I just don't know what to do anymore... I want to be free of this pain... I want to love you... and I want to love her... and you love me... and she loves me... I don't know what to do... I love you with all my heart, and yet I am strung betwixt two I love! Why, why, why? Why must I be set aflame in the fire of passion and the fire of the heart? Before I came to this place... I was a cold being. And now... Now my heart is open to all! I want to give it to you and to all! I love you, Khaira, and I dare not let you fall!" The mage's voice echoed in the field of flowers... "But I do not know the solution. Is the solution death? Life? The End of Days? I know not! There is naught for me to do but learn the light of the world, naught for me to do but learn the wisdom of the gods... There must be a place where this love is able to be understood... Hanali was the one who cursed me thus.... Is it wrong to let her go? No! She lied to me! She scarred me! And she tormented me for centuries! And then, when I have a scrap of decent thought, I am yet again ripped apart! Khaira, what am I to do NOW?!" Aravilar sank to his knees and said, "There is nothing in the world more powerful than love... I can cast all spells and use all fires... and I am still only Aravilar Holistacia. Tormented of Love." And then there was blackness.
Good Knight 03-15-04, 11:05 PM	Keldorn hops down from the Tiger and thanked his fellow Knight and made his way to Leetah. “My dear merciful Healer have you found out anything on what has caused the madness” He puts away his long sword and kneels down next to one of the sick Elves. “Who orderd the attack Elf?” Firecam didn’t mean for it to sound so ruff but it was war and this wasn’t a happy moment.
Khaira 03-15-04, 11:17 PM	Originally posted by Gene_Kynes Gene frowns...faintly, before making a quick 'jump to the Bard. "You honestly thought I'd leave you for dead...after you taught me the Sonata Pathetique? Please, Khaira...I was raised much better than to kick dirt in your face, after being given a gift that hands cannot touch...a gift that cannot be seen." Smiling slightly, wiping some blood off her cheek...he then looks back to Savael, attempting to grab the man's hand...and teleport...far, far away. Far far away, in the realm between life and death, Khaira hears the Shadovar's words. A certain wisdom strikes her, then; a certain epiphany. "Gene? Oh, Gene ... I am sorry ... I never meant to ..." But then he was gone, faded into the shadows, forever. What would she do now? She still had Aravilar but - would she see Gene again? Could she live through that meeting? She felt the pull of the healing powers ... she just wanted to lie down, lie down and end the pain. But she still had things to say to her Deputy Headmaster, the Army Commander. "My dear, I cannot tell you what to do. I do not have that power. I forsake that power long ago. Your life is your own; you must make your own choice in that matter. You and Arwenamin Kulideb, are in love. She is like a sister to me - I dare not see her hurty. Listen to your heart, Heruamin. Listen toy our heart. If you shall not take my advice ... listen to your heart. YOu can love me by loving Kulideb, and not forsaking her memory. As one great man once said, "Love and Lust are two different things, each wearing the other's mask. Love wearing Lust's mask, in Denial...while Lust wears Love's mask, in over-approval." You, alone, must decide Aravilar. You alone hold the power."
Gene_Kynes 03-15-04, 11:58 PM	Atop one of Hillsfar's many turrets, a lone figure stood on the outside of the masonry rim, staying atop by an inch of "for-show" architecture, good winds, and fine ankle control. "...When you hear the wind's melody, by the fireside..." He speaks quietly, tugging out a piece of carefully folded paper...the only paper in his equipment that wasn't black. "...That is my song, calling to you." Soft purple eyes, seeming a little distanced, seemed to stare right past the Shadowdancer's shoulder...into the evening sky. "...If you feel heat, while under Twilight's cloak..." Staring intensely at the drawing...it seemed utterly impossible to pinpoint the Assassin's emotion, it'd be like trying to find details within a shattered reflection. "...that is my love, warming you." Gods. This...drawing...hardly does her justice. It...traps her. Tugging out a small twig, another verse was murmured. "And if you awaken, feeling an chill breeze..." He struck the tindertwig against the turret he leaned against...and let the flames lick up and down the page, blackening it's edges. He couldn't stand this picture...it was almost a mockery of her true beauty. "...that is my sorrow, seeking you." Letting the wind pick up and carry the graying ashes, scattering them to the winds...Gene watches the embers, almost longingly...before he tugged himself back to solid ground. Eyes downcast, he pulled his hood over his confused features...before going to work on holding back Ag-...no. The elf. He had dared to give the lowest blow of all...that ignorant, holier-than-thou-grah! Gene suddenly saw what Kheldar saw...there was no good, no evil. Just hate. Hate, and hate, and hate. "Us" and "Them". There was no morality to this "war"...this was legalized slaughter. Spitting on the sidewalk, Gene seems in even a fouler mood than usual...as thoughts rushed through his head. Kheldar...do you know what happens to us, Assassins? Us dealers of death, we who truly experience life...well, not as much as necromancers, at least? There's no graves for us. Our names won't matter...we'll fade away, taken by the greatest killer of all existance...the sands of time. The strangest thing, Kheldar, is that...you don't seem to hate. Tell me...do you take pleasure, in your kills? Does every drop of blood give you a rush? Do you ride an emotional high, with every mission? "To them, we're the murderous rebels. To us, they're the evil empire who dares stop Messi. Just because you wear a uniform...doesn't mean you're not a killer. Gods...this entire war...this entire conflict...is utterly, and completely..stupid. These...people...are taking the lives of other people...someone's brother, someone's fath-" A blonde haired cleric popped into his mind's vision. Without wasting another word...Gene set off to the Taverns, to the Officers of "Messi"'s Army...and to Messi herself, to find out Kheldar's whereabouts.
Messianica the Savior 03-16-04, 01:16 AM	http://nwn.unforgottenrealms.net/downloads/portraits/lyn05_lg.jpg Messianica lead the preseason and the crowds waved haply. Music of many talented bards were playing and dancers moved with the grace of swans. “Hurry people Savael are brave general will soon be here and I don’t want him disappointed.” She thought of Gene her sweet Judas and wondered when he would arrive as well.
Kheldar Devaentar 03-16-04, 02:56 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif Kheldar frowned at the poor woman in front of him. It seemed something was tearing her apart on the inside. . . Something about trading "Love for Freedom" and not getting either. . . That seemed some-what cryptic to him. But then the whole world was becoming an evermore cryptic place. . . She seemed to think he had been sent out to retrieve her to her malicious master. . . Whoever that was suppose to be. "Well, it's nice to meet you Nienses. ?" Kheldar made sure he pronounced the name right, then continued. "You don't have to worry about me taking you to any one. I was just on my way back to Hillsfar. I saw you looking gloomy on this rock and thought I'd say hello!" Kheldar offered a smile. "I never feel good about seeing a woman in distress, and speaking of my father, you can thank him for that. He raised me with some pretty absurd ideals. . . Better to die than see a woman harmed. . . That kinda stuff. Kheldar shook his head. "I think living by those ideals has done me much more harm than good. . ." Kheldar thought about it for a moment. It really did get in the way of his work sometimes! ". . . I'm sorry to hear you're in your darkest hour. . . But I refuse to believe no one can fall in love with such a lovely person as you. . . Besides. . . love blossoms everywhere, even in the darkest hour." Kheldar was certainly feeling passionate when his fiancee was being sucked into oblivion. "Can I walk with ya to Hillsfar? I wouldn't mind hearing more about yourself. . . or about the person you thought sent me." Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
Savael 03-16-04, 07:11 AM	Savaels clenched fist connected sharply with the back of Khairas head. A half-heard murmer left her lips as she fell, her eyes rolling back into her head as a small smile enveloped Savaels lips. Khaira, the elven bard, the red-haired fiend, this juggernaught (damn my grammar skills...) of destruction, had finally been felled. But she was not alone... For while the allegiance of the hooded stranger, now apparently dissolved into black sludge, had never been fully revealed to him, the loyalties of the elven wizard that suddenly wavered into excistence next to the fallen bard was plain for all to see. "Both of you, enough of this. Savael; you will die eventually. I will not waste blade nor spell on you... even if you are a defunct commander and a blaspheming wretch" The face enveloped by those whispy strands of hair... and those pointy ears. They represented so much of what was wrong with Savaels world... so many harsh words... so many chances lost for ever. "Oh come now pointy-ear's" Savael sighed "You shouldn't take yourself so seriously. We all die, sooner or later. Such is the way of things, that is all. Oh, and by the way... how fares your dear Corronal?" Savael gazed at the elf for a few seconds... A defunct commander, was he? A blaspheming wretch even? With time he would show this elf just how defunct he could be... He let his gaze drop for a moment, only to focus it on a little something lying by the riverbed... A harp. Perhaps Khaira had dropped it? In any case it would make a good souvernir of sorts... Something to remember the red-haired fiend by. He kneeled down and picked the harp up, one of his yellow eyes still fixed upon the elven wizard. There was power within this one, certainly. He would do well to remember his face. But he had not only adressed him. Someone called Gene had also earned his scorn, and as Savael turned around once more the now familiar hooded figure appeared in his imediate view. Offering him a gloved hand, the stranger spoke; "Hurry, friend. The cavalry comes. The world can go on without another Gene Umbra, but you? Never. Now come on, take my hand, I'll get us th'hell out of here." He did not know if he could trust this man... If indeed he was a man, the black pool of dissolving icor on the ground suggested something else. Regardless of his origins, Savael, with Khairas harp in one hand, grasped the gloved man's hand with the other. He would rather get "-th'hell out of here" as it was, than face any more of those accursed elfs.
Let me tell you a Story 03-16-04, 01:13 PM	The sick and somewhat emotionally charged Elf could not focus her eyes on Leetah or Keldorn. She tried to stand then plopped back down with an undignified grunt. But she did hear the words of Firecam and spoke. “I am TearDrop of the Morning” She closed her eyes and fought for control. “Emeraldeyes told us that you Human had taken control of the army from the Queen and Aravilar had stolen Elisa from us” \ TearDrop then vomited on the ground
aravilar_holistacia 03-16-04, 01:40 PM	Originally posted by Khaira You, alone, must decide Aravilar. You alone hold the power." Aravilar quickly said, "But I will not be deciding now! Khaira--you are coming back to the school with me. We will go back to the school and you can rest; come back to the School with me. "Come back to the Light, so that we may live for a new day," Aravilar said softly, alluding to the words of the old Headmaster. The wizard extended a hand to the far-off bard, and said, "Please. Trust me this once; let us return to the School: let us return to friends. Let us return to our home." The flower field rippled with an unseen wind and Aravilar shivered. "Let us return home, Khaira," Aravilar said, still holding his hand out.
sculyblast 03-16-04, 02:26 PM	Nienses She was confused… she had suspected that someone who was send my Mytus should gave her a good reason to come along with him to Hillsfar, or atleast gave her a good feeling about coming along. But instead of playing a good game on Nienses, Khedlar just told a short story about himself… his words seemed so pure and true, not acted, not learned by head… just from the hearth. Would she just walk along with him? Wait a Second! She knew Mytus.. His lies seemed true as well, He would not hire an incompetent liar to get her Back, he would hire the master of lies... the one that would get every lie played like it was the truth.. But yet.. As she looked upon Khedlar’s face she did not know what to think, She felt her last strengths slip and once again bursted in tears
sculyblast 03-16-04, 02:54 PM	Breadner Breadner did not understand it, well He did not understand much of Woman in general… But yet! Why would any kind of Human Leave when all the work is done? At least take your honour in completing your job! Although Mytus did not seem too worried about her leaving, But Breadner Just Could not put it down. ”M… Helator Dude? Why don’t ya worry about That Nienses Chick?” He asked to mytus ”Well simple, she values her.. how shall I call it.. “mission” here to high… she will return in a matter of time, and she finished her job right?” ”Yeah, she did, Dude” ”So? The only thing she will miss is the relaxing party… ” Mytus put on an almost Invisible simple. ”So My friend Breadner.. Just Call me when The party starts or when Some of you may need me.. I have yet some thing to do.” That was when Mytus left ”Dud where are Ya going?” Mytus did not answer and just left
Branth 03-16-04, 02:59 PM	Letting out the dragonish version of a giggle, Branth looks around. He sends to Kulideb o O(Now what? Got to Kheldar, get knife. He in city maybe???? How we get in??) As he says this a totaly differnt conversation is going on in his head. o O( I must say Kulideb's new hairstyle is quite becoming. Why if I was younger I'd bid for her attention :embarrass ... I mean.....Well I just ment. Never mind child, you don't need to hear things like this! Now concentrate on the task ahead. Don't give me that look Branth, I am your ....... ) And thus the never ending conversation continues. ((Will Branth and Kulideb ever make it to Hillsfar and retrive Agudo's soul? And Just WHO is that crazy voice in Branth's head? For the answers to this and much more stay tuned to the next exciting episode of "AS PIGS FLY" )) :angel:
sculyblast 03-16-04, 03:37 PM	Mytus there it was again: The Full Moon long nights had Mytus wondered about everything and on in the face of The Full Moon never had it given him any answers, this night it was once again time to council the moon. What has passed the last couple of months? He located The Tomb of Shar’s hidden Star and Figured he just needed Aravilar to get it for him… Aravilar would not deny him anything after what he had done in the old days… Creepy how Trustful Aravilar used to be in those days and only had changed a little…Anyway... Aravilar was bounded to new people right now, with some really powerful among them. They were involving into war… yes war was always at his site, but this war was quite nastier then most wars were. He was bound by his headmasters to get the trïbëÚds of some of the strongest persons around. He would try Agudo but destiny was not at his site, Agudo died way too soon for him to get anything out of him… He went to Hillsfar for a While to make sure he had some insurance that this war would not before he had any trïbëÚds, He had reported the battle plans for the attack at Tesh River. then he returned, Agudo was Death and he was to late, He tried to buy himself more time, but that failed, nor Aravilar nor Any of the Other Generals would just sit down and make up a good plan to attack Hillsfar, Elsways he could have stolen it and would have reported it to Messianica as well which would have gained him even more trust, but it did not happen and so Mytus was forced to Handle really fast, None of the Generals of The army of Light could make up a plan like those of Breadner. Anyway.. He Picked up some old “Friends” to work for him, Breadner was Brilliant as long as he stayed on his place, He did not understand anything that inflicted less damage then a dagger and did not require any kind of Physics. Senis Was a Beautiful spy, sneaky as hell, and invisible as a owl at night. Then you had Lampey, A fine little Warrior with some royal Halfling blood, If Mytus would not have been on the Right place at the right Moment he would never had gotten Lampey. And Nienses, The little Girl that still fought the entire world was beautiful, until He passed by… Muahahaha :devil: now That seemed like a lot of improvisation on his original plan of only getting the Tomb of Shar’s Hidden Star, Now what was he up to do Next? Yess.. he would finish his businesses her and make himself away before the war started, Screw His four Companions, Let them Fight in the Attempted to save Hillsfar, The City would Stand one attack with the plans Breadner Had worked out, after the first attack Many soldiers would have died, Mytus would have gone, and the City would Consult to Chaos, with no further ordered mind bending over that city and all of Breadners former Works done, The City would Easily Been Overrun By the Second Attack of The army of Light, and when the Army would return Mytus would just be there and would never have left.. ] you are forgetting something Mytus! I am? yes you are! You are right! I will never get away with such a lot people depending on me, I need a Really good Reason to leave, let me think of one Mytus look to the Full Moon, Wondering what to do
sculyblast 03-16-04, 03:43 PM	OoC: Haha Kheldar I am just starting to say "Son of your Father" after a name since they do that all the time in lord of the rings and kind Aragorn son of Atarorn (I don't know him never saw the character Don't know the right name) So I never know enough about character histories and never know who the Fathers are, So when you see me posting Aravilar. son of you father, then I meant to say Aravilar son of "insert name of his father" haha but this is fun too, especially when persons seriously reply to it
Kheldar Devaentar 03-16-04, 04:38 PM	((Hee hee, yup - I know what you were doing. Nice touch! I thought I'd try to implement it into Kheldar's response. :))) http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif Kheldar stepped back and blinked. He must have been the worst sensitive speaker in the realms! Either that, or Nienses was a lot like Leetah. Why would she just start crying like that? . . Kheldar looked towards the City of Hillsfar. "Oh. . . That certain someone must be inside the city then, huh?" But who? Messianica?!? Kheldar doubted it. All of Messianica's followers beamed with joy and happiness just knowing that they were serving her. . . They weren't exactly the type to run away in tears. . . Then Savael? Probably not. . . So far as Kheldar could tell Savael commanded soldiers and officers, and this girl didn't look like either. . . Who then? Somebody new in town? Maybe Kheldar should get some information before moving on. He walked up to Nienses and put a comforting hand on her shoulder. "It's ok if ya don't want to go back. I certainly don't want to drag you any where you don't want to go. . . But I don't have a choice, I have to go back to Hillsfar. I've got a signed contract I'm bound to and I think my soul is on the line somehow. . . In any case, I want to get back there as soon as possible!" Kheldar thought he wouldn't mention the mountain of treasure. "Is there anything you can tell me about the person you don't want to see?" Kheldar refrained from using the word master. "Any information I can get about suspicious characters would be a great help before I dive head first into trouble." Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
Khaira 03-16-04, 05:58 PM	Originally posted by aravilar_holistacia Aravilar quickly said, "But I will not be deciding now! Khaira--you are coming back to the school with me. We will go back to the school and you can rest; come back to the School with me. The flower field rippled with an unseen wind and Aravilar shivered. "Let us return home, Khaira," Aravilar said, still holding his hand out. Her voice comes back again, echoing all around - from under the earth, from the darkened sky above, the sound of her voice invading his very presence. But ... why is it so faint? The bard moved...she floated - but not towards Aravilar. A sadness echoes about her voice ... what was wrong with her? "My elven friend, I am tired. I am so very tired, Aravilar. Tired of countless wars. Tired of countless battles. Tired of running. Tired of fighting. To sleep ... to sleep for the rest of eternity is all I wish now. All is gone - everything has come true. You don't know me? Do you? Nothing remains for me anywhere - but on the road. Gene is gone. Agudo is gone. Malendor, my precious student, is gone. Drindin is gone. Someday, sometime all too soon, you too will be gone. And I will be left, walking this path of a fake life. I am tired Archmage Aravilar Holistacia. I am all too tired of it all." Then a mighty wind comes into being, sweeping away Khaira, sweeping away the fields of death-like flowers, sweeping away ... life. It is all too dark now; Aravilar is having trouble seeing, and all he can hear now is the echoes of Khaira's voice. "I am tired Archmage Aravilar Holistacia. I am all too tired of it all....." Somewhere, perhaps from beyond the sands of time, the sound of a harp plays...Aravilar is drawn to it. It is the only thing that keeps him alive, in this odd, life-threatening darkness. He sees the light, thanks to the music. As he nears the light, that beautiful music, Khaira's life, as he nears the light, the last note fades away into nothingness... Then Aravilar finds himself, holding Khaira Amastacia in his arms. The faint residue of some green substance is upon her lips still. A potion? Of what? Her wounds are sealed and upon her lips - a smile. What was *she* so happy about? The only sign that she was, in any way, shape, or form, still alive, was the faint and very shallow rising and falling of her chest, as she breathes. It is then that Aravilar notices the single, lone tear rolling down her cheek, forging a new path. Forging a new path....To forge the new path. You have the power. Forge the path........
Drindin 03-16-04, 06:00 PM	Originally posted by Good Knight Keldorn hops down from the Tiger and thanked his fellow Knight and made his way to Leetah. “My dear merciful Healer have you found out anything on what has caused the madness” He puts away his long sword and kneels down next to one of the sick Elves. “Who orderd the attack Elf?” Firecam didn’t mean for it to sound so ruff but it was war and this wasn’t a happy moment. Reginald looked at the retching elf. "What should we do with her, Good Knight Firecam?" The tiger growled a bit, but reginald said something in a foreign language (gaelic), with a harsh sounding tone, and the tiger seemed to relax.
aravilar_holistacia 03-16-04, 06:27 PM	Originally posted by Khaira Then Aravilar finds himself, holding Khaira Amastacia in his arms. The faint residue of some green substance is upon her lips still. A potion? Of what? Her wounds are sealed and upon her lips - a smile. What was *she* so happy about? The only sign that she was, in any way, shape, or form, still alive, was the faint and very shallow rising and falling of her chest, as she breathes. It is then that Aravilar notices the single, lone tear rolling down her cheek, forging a new path. Forging a new path....To forge the new path. You have the power. Forge the path........ "You are returning to the light, Khaira." Aravilar sighed heavily and stood, still holding the bard in his arms... and he thought to himself, I can bring her to the School... The archmage muttered, "Khaira, there is nothing you can say that will make me change my mind. Whatever love it is in my heart, I will seek with the utmost fervor. And it will be at the School I do so; you are returning to the Light of the School." Aravilar began to walk, towards oblivion, towards pain and towards death... but he walked in the Light. And the Light protected the mage and the bard. "There is no death without life... no life without death... and neither am I... I am the barrier between the two... and I refuse your passage from life to eternity... Khaira..." The mage was trying desparately to continue walking but his legs were giving out... so much pain... so much agony... and too much pain... "I will not allow you to die... you will not die... I will not die... it is a curse I did not know of until it was there... Mystra will see to that... because of the bond we share..." Aravilar thought about the harp. "It is so curious that such an object would bind us... so strange that the simple enchantments could hold you and I together... and Agudo... and all that have ever beheld that instrument of song..." Aravilar stumbled and fell, almost dropping the unconscious bard. He stood again, as if the wind was lashing him with a harsh whip, and walked on. "Path... I walk the path of death... and yet I must endure through life... always tortured by the end... the end of the light..." Aravilar fell for the second time, although he did not drop the sleeping bard. His cloak was now badly torn and he was bleeding profusely from his torn legs... "I will not let you die... because there is something I feel for you... and there is nothing I can do to quell it... Ever since the School and your departure I knew... the singing of the Harp was always in my ears... ever since that fated day... the Harp was always singing... always ringing in my head... and I knew just... just how much it meant... keeping me alive... keeping me strong... keeping me from death..." The winds pushed harder, forcing Aravilar to stop and kneel down for a moment before walking on towards the endless night... And then there were stairs. Going up. Going down. Heading to the left and to the right and to all the points in view.... Aravilar walked on, up the center case of stairs, always making certain he was sure of foot and quick in eye... "I love you, love you, love you... there is that I know... but there is more to it... we are bonded like she and I once were... Keya and I... the soulbinding was there... and then it was gone... and now the Harp, that silver Harp... has forged a new one.... telepathy, empathy, and all that I am is you, all that you are..." Aravilar thought on this. "You still hold a barrier to me... never letting down that wall of emotions... but I know your pain... I have had the same pain for the longest time... and I can share it with you... I can love as you do... I can suffer for you, to make you free of pain..." The mage finally reached the top of the staircase... and it looked as if he were in the center of night itself. "I will not die here in this place... because I must deliver you from evil... I must live so you can." The mage finally reached the point of light that he had been walking towards for an eternity... "The Light calls to you and I... Khaira... and I will see us to the end... lest I fall and wish for you..." Aravilar finally reached a hand out and touched the glowing crystal of pure energy--and his body dissolved into light itself. the bard's body dissolved into light incarnate. And they were gone. Gone, gone, gone to the world... and yet there they were. It wasn't the closest thing to death; it was the closest to life... but life? Death? And Aravilar's thoughts were not of himself. Not of the Light. Not of the Harp nor of anything else, but the glowing body of the one who loved him. And Aravilar hoped to the gods that he had delivered the bard from death.
Leetah 03-16-04, 06:44 PM	(( Sorry I'm always taking so long. Thanks for replying to Keldorn's question "Let me tell you a Story." I'll try posting later tonight. I can't right now! AAAAAAHHH! I can never seem to post! )) (( PS: How DID all those elves get put under a effects of Calm Emotions and Mass Suggestion. . ? :smirk: ))
Good Knight 03-16-04, 07:15 PM	Firecam turned his head as he was kneeling next to Teardrop and replied to Reginald question. “We shall do what all Righteous people do for the sick and needy. We shall feed them, heal them, and then when the Elves are well, march on Hillsfar.” He then stood and thanked Leetah, for casting her spells of Calm Emotions and Mass Suggestion. The Knight took her hand once more and kissed it. “I am sure many would have died without your brave and competent abilities Leetah.” He then stepped closer. “If possible my shining example of goodness and mercy. Could you and I spend some time together latter. I am sure it will take at least a day or two to get things going again, and well” He stopped and smiled. “And well I can not think of a more wonderful person, to be spend time with, talking of life generalities, than you Leetah.” After she answers he nods his head and turns to the others,’ “Lets get this mess cleaned up. Soon we will need to find out what happen to Elisa the queen and if Emeraldeyes is behind it.” turning to Reginald he added. “You have been promoted in this army your now part of my command structure. I want you in the command tent helping us plan an attack of Hillsfar.” Turning back to Leetah he spoke with a touch of sweetness in his voice. “Emeraldeyes was in charge of the medical arm of the army. I would like that to be your duty Leetah. Join us in the command tent when you have the time. We need to make plans for soon we shall siege that evil city”
Drindin 03-16-04, 08:07 PM	Reginald nodded. "I am most honored by your invitation, Good Knight Firecam, and I humbly accept your request." He looked over at his knights, and called to them. "Knights! I want you to set up guard shifts, and create a basecamp! Those of you trained in the art of healing are to assist Medical Commander Leetah in any way possible! Make it fast boys!" The knights yelled back a well practiced "Yes sir!" And got right to work, digging trenches and setting up camp. ((Edit: Yay! I made the 100th page!))
aravilar_holistacia 03-16-04, 08:12 PM	:bounce::bounce::bounce::bounce: :invasion::invasion::pile: W00T! 100th PAGE! I'm glad I could be here for this; I've been here since page 31 and been looking forward to this day! :D:D Congrats to everyone! :D {This was an entirely OOC post.}
Drindin 03-16-04, 08:15 PM	((Hehe... I've been here since page one after the forum change over...)) The tiger knights take about 1 hr. to set up a proper basecamp.
Khaira 03-16-04, 08:22 PM	Far away from Aravilar, far away from his magic, far away from the physical realm, Khaira roamed some dark realm. Where was she? She needed to find the Archmage; she had to find him. She would return!She saw the light; oh! She was so close! Just a few more inches! She was almost to him; to salvation, to life. But what was life, if not the path of death? What would she do? THen, just like that, a torrent of wind came up, and carried her far, far away. NO! What was she to do? And then the voice...that voice? Her ... mother? Where are you going? You cannot leave yet. You have not fulfilled your requirements. This is not your life. This is not your destiny. You are a fool to walk this path. Your a fool to walk this path with him; he shall be your end, as will this war! No, my dear, you must see ... you must see the Truth first... Mother? What do you mean? What madness do you speak now? Have I not suffered enough? Do I not deserve happiness? I have been running so long, mother.Please.Please.... And then ... she was gone. Dead?? Dissapeared?? Abducted?? Where was she? But that other voice...that voice ... her Father? Here? Would he show her the path? Daughter, you do not understand. You have not been living. You have been dying, dying deep inside. Even a fool can see that. Wake up! See the truth, daughter! Live your life, as us Amastacia's were meant to live! You friend, the Dark One, even he realized that! Why can you not? Help me! Aid me! Lead me! Show me the path! I know not what to do anymore. SOmebody ... anybody ... show me this life is not forfeit... Your life is forfeit already. It was forfeit when you decided to fight Savael. It was forfeit when Gene showed. It was forfeit ... when you decided to give in. When you gave in to the flame. When you joined the Army. They mean nothing for you. They care nothing for you...Come, I shall show you...I shall show you how much they care... I do not believe you! I will not believe you! Leave me! Leave me now, lest I condemn you to the fires of the Abyss! I do not accept my fate! i will not accept my fate! I will forge a new path! Watch me! WATCH ME! Everything fades then ... she was back, in that town. She had just killed that man, in cold blood. Why did she kill him? You are bloodthirsty. You are evil. You care nothing for me, just what is inside their pants or inside their gold pouch. No! No! I won't believe it! I care for everyone! They leave me! No! She backed up. She had killed him. Just like that. Just like that. I was so easy - the blade went in so easily, so effortlessly. The look he had given her - that pleading look, the look that screamed at her "Save me!". She felt nothing. It was his fault, the drunkard! Shouldn't be wandering the dark alleys anyway... So you see, your brutallity knows no bounds. You are ruthless. Your emotions - where are they? Thrown to the winds. The blood on your hands is so layered, you probably know no mercy anymore.... ...And yet your music disguises your pain. You revel in your music; you always were good at it. And yet you abuse it; you use it to hide the blood, to hide the pain, to hide the sorrow. And in the end, it catches up to you. Such is Fate, my dear... No, Mother. NO! It is not true! I bring happiness to the people with my music! It is them that I serve, not myself! I have never given myself anything! I've never been welcomed anywhere, because of my heritage! Never been welcome! Never been welcome! The only people ... the only welcome ... Agudo, Gene, Drindin, Aravilar ... only them! And then she was running. She had to run, run forever! If they caught her, she would die! That could not happen. And so she played. SHe played upon the harp in the valley. SHe played upon the harp in the woods. She played upon the harp in the skies. SHe played upon the harp in the taverns, on the road. She always played, played for the rest of her life. It all disguised the pain that she felt, the sorrow that she felt, but deep inside the pain still flowed deep. On her hands, the blood still shone. And then, one day, the pain caught up to her. She killed another person. Another one dead, by her hands. And the blood flowed even more deeply. It was a crime. And now the price was on her head. The pieces had been set, the hunters had been set forth. Jhillana Starflower - that had been her name. A honorable huntress, a guide, a friend to many. But Jhillana Starflower died and was fed to the wolves. Jhillana was no more. Khaira Amastacia, Bard and Thespian Extraordinarre, was a Survivor! She would survive, forever. Nothing would overcome her! Khaira Amastacia, murderer, thief, liar, cheater, stealer of emotions, breaker of men and men's minds. You are not our daughter. You have never been our daughter. Jhillana Starflower was our daughter, an honorable, trustworthy, kind guide of the forests. You are not our daughter. Khaira is a backstabbing wench. Begone from us now! May the Fires o' the Abyss consume ye entirely!
Khaira 03-16-04, 08:28 PM	((Page 100...Wowzers! And to think ... I've been here since page 1. Cool!!!Kudos to all!Especially Agudo!))
aravilar_holistacia 03-16-04, 09:51 PM	"Khaira." The light played on the bard's fair face... and the breeze drifted through the open window, making Aravilar shiver with both surprise and cold. "Khaira," Aravilar said softly, "please... I have been sitting for days... waiting... hoping... watching..." The mage held the bard's rough hands in his own. 'I feel all that pain you are feeling; I feel the terror and the hatred and the sadness and despair.... please, let me share it with you." It had been four days since Aravilar had dragged himself out of the plane of horrors that had been conjured by Khaira. "Khaira, come back to me..." The light of the sun, high in the blue sky, made the bard's face seem to shimmer. "Khaira." And for each of those four days, Aravilar had been sitting in the same chair. He had eaten nothing. Drank nothing. And he had talked to only one person. When Aravilar had come back to the school, he sent for Lady Hoot. "Lady," Aravilar had said, "Khaira is in trouble... I know not how to wake her from her spellbound state... but I can hear her calling out... in pain and in despair." Aravilar squeezed Khaira's hand. "Please... hold on."
Khaira 03-16-04, 10:48 PM	Khaira seemed to have been floating through the darkness forever. How long had she been in this wasteful, horrid, bleak, desolate place? 1 day? 5 days? A week? Two? A month? It seemed like eternity! She was tired - all too tired. She just wanted it to end. End right now. She wanted to be in a comfortable bed, in some tavern, where she would be performing the next day...The very next day...In front of a huge crowd...a cheering crowd, all too happy to see her...her, bringing happiness to thousands through music... And yet, the happiness is fake. All too fake. You are not Jhillana. You are Khaira. Hiding behind a mask. Who are you, really? A murderer. A thief. I mean, really, dear? What do you stand for? Death. Destruction. Chaos. Destroyer of lives. That is what you are. You can make no person happy. Death and anarchy shall follow you. Follow you all of your life. "No! You lie! I am what I am, I live how I live! It is my life that was destroyed! Mine, not yours! All I want is happiness! Don't you UNDERSTAND!? There you are, flying on that gift, the Roc. Swiftwing, you named him. He would be your mount. YOu would ne'er see the man that gave you that gift. He was so kind to you; and yet you could not stay. Why? Because, you are greedy! You have no thanks in your heart of stone! "That's not true! He was A Cult Leader; an evil man! I couuld not stand to live with that! You mean, you had to go on to manipulate somebody else? Because you are what you are. A murderer, taking advantage of, and destroying men's hearts. A thief. Never happy. Always taking more. Always taking more of what is not yours to have. All to hide the pain. There she was, riding her Roc. What was that below, an army? She had to fly closer. There, a man in blue robes! Fighting a whole army of undead creatures! She had to help! Yelling something, the red-haired elf leaned close to the Roc as it began to swoop closer. Finally, she leapt from the Roc, her swords at ready as she began to battle.... Your first meeting with the Archmage, Agudo. You pretended to be a good person. Just wanting to help out. I am! I am a good person and I.... You pretended to not be a murderer. YOu pretended to be his friend... I'm not! And I do, love Archmage Agudo as a friend! I still do, even if he is dead! I shall always love Agudo, for his convictions! You told him you were there to help. You are just a thief, a thief there to steal even more.... And there she was, at the school, talking to Agudo...the class, HER bard class! She was talking about something, showing them her harp. Such a power, it had.... DId you tell them what you are? DId you tell them your past? No! It wasn't like that! I was showing them how to be better by... ...By showing them how to be a murderer? Or by showing them how to steal, and destroy men? No! No! I loved my students! I cherished them! And then there she was with Drindin, at dinner. Drindin! Oh, he was such a great man. She didn't care that he specialized in the Death Arts, or that he worshipped Wee-Jas. SHe didn't care. He was a good man. She was talking to him. Drindin! Drindin! Oh, Drindin, please, hear me! DRINDIN! Did you tell Drindin about your past? About how you killed two men in cold blood? I couldn't let a drunk man kill me! Can't you see! I saved a couple from evil justice! Isn't that a GOOD THING!? Come on! Did you tell Drindin how you were a thief? A thief that didn't care? A woman so evil, she killed in cold blood, and stole from victims as well? Or how about how you lied countless times? How you changed your name? Changed your identity? Remember that time you shot that deer 4 times, just to kill it, and still didn't just slice its throat to end its pain? Your ruthless! You enjoy suffering! And there she was, fleeing from the school. She had to go find herself. FInd her heritage. Find her past. Find that man who knew everything about her family. Even if she died, she had to know... she had to know everything... Did you tell them who you were? Who you REALLY were? Jhillana Starflower, murderer? Jhillana Starflower, Thief? Jhillana Starflower, spiller of blood? Horrible person? No! That's all a lie! It's different than that! Much different! You don't understand. Please - hear me out...There was so muchmore that I found, too...so much more... She found her heritage, yes, that, and so much more. They died in a fire, she learned, they died in a fire cursing her name. Was she to be alone? Forsaken? Would no one love her again? There was Aravilar ... but he loved Kulideb...she could not betray Kulideb. She would be alone, forever, yes. Perhaps, one day, she would be merciful, and die a quick death.... And there he was. Gene. Gene Kynes, the Shadow Dancer. She loved him once. She still loved him. Gene! Please! Hear me! I loved you once because I thought we could make it as a couple; Gene, I still love you! I love you as a friend! Please Gene! Help....her shoulders collapsed hopelessly as she watched the scene elapse.Gene, her wonderful student, who later taught his own class. You told him you loved him once. You pained him. You even embarassed him. Remember, Gene on the Roc? YOu doing all sorts of tricks, just to freak him out? No! I wanted him to forget his fear! I was trying to help... Just like you said you loved him ... and then killed him? I could not know ... I could not help....you, you demon! You were controlling me! You still do! Go away! Or ... just like you just lusted after him? And hated him? And hated the one eh tried to make it with? Flayhara? I was young. Foolish. He knows I was mistaken...he knows...he has to know.... Nobody will love you. Ever. Nobody will tell you truth. Ever. You are not worthy ofit. No one will show you any form of friendship again. You are not worthy of it. You will wander, alone, forever. And ever. You will have no choice... And then it was all dark...she floated through the Plane of Shadow, alone. Alone. Alone forever. Was there no one to save her? She yearned to see Aravilar's face. Gene's face. Agudo's face. Even Savael's face. Anyone. Anyone at all. She wanted to be on her Roc again. Soaring through endless skies, seeking endless adventure...she would die here. Probably. DIe without recognition. Die without anyone to sing my song. Somebody ... Anybody...But it was all black, and nobody came...She floated there for eternity...it was all pain. all sorrow. all death....
Leetah 03-16-04, 11:06 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongleetah.gif The brilliant white radiance which had consumed the Elven warrior slowly began to fade. Life gradually returned to Elf's eyes as he dropped to one knee and let out exhausted grunt. He then immediately began coughing, almost as if his lungs were trying to expel some foreign material. Leetah leaned down beside the whooping elf. Her eyes looked worried. "Are. . .Are you Okay Sir?" Leetah could tell the elf was trying to answer her, but he couldn't get any words past his violent coughing. Finally, the elf gave up trying to speak altogether and just began to shake his head. He wasn't alright. . .something was wrong. Leetah wanted to ask him what but decided to wait. The elf looked terribly pained when he had tried to speak. She wanted to wait for his coughing to stop before she asked him anything else. After a few more seconds of violent hacking the elf dropped to his hands and knees and released a terrible stream of brown vomit. Quickly wiping his mouth, the elf began to take deep breaths. Deep breaths. Deep breaths which slowly began to get broken up. Tears began to form around the Elf's eyes. The soldier was crying. . . ". . .Forgive me. . ." Leetah eyes lit up with curiosity and sorrow. What had this man done to reduce him to tears on a battlefield? Was it that he really felt that bad about almost taking her life? No. . .Leetah somehow felt that it ran deeper than that. . . ". . .Forgive us all. . .oh gods. . .please forgive us. . ." The elf placed his gauntleted hand around his eyes and began to weep into it. Seeing the man in so much pain was almost enough to make Leetah start crying as well. The girl had never been very good at controlling her emotions, and seeing another person distressed always weighed heavily on her too. But Leetah refused to shed any tears. Kanzeil had told her to be strong. Gently taking the soldier’s hand, Leetah leaned in closer. “Please. . .Sir. Tell me what’s the matter.” The elf slowly raised his head from his gauntlet, looking directly towards Leetah. His eyes were saturated with fear, misery, and guilt. “. . .They’re all dead. . .we slaughtered them all. . .those who were called to the front-*” The healer’s eyes erupted in horror! (( And I have to go again. . .*sigh* It would be about this time that Keldorn walked into the scene. Tear Drop would also be explaining what happened right now. I'll try to post again later. Sorry that I keep doing this. )) Artwork copyright © 2003, Christopher C. Quigley
Lucky Leprechaun 03-16-04, 11:52 PM	D'Oh :rolleyes: :rofl: :mage: :rofl: :tiphat: WELL MY SECRET IS OUT..... THATS RIGHT! My ALTER EGO IS AGUDO AND LUCKY http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif http://nwn.unforgottenrealms.net/downloads/portraits/bg2_m_5.jpg O well I worked hard on keeping that one a secret for a long long time...BUT its good to come clean :P
Agudo Archmage 03-17-04, 12:01 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Aravilar had dragged himself to the gates of the school. Baring the body of their dear friend Khaira She had seen him walking from above in the Wizard Tower as she looked out the widow. Flying down the lovely snow owl landed near the two and administered aid to them both. Calling for her fellow Clerics, they brought Khaira to her bedroom, still waiting for since the day she left. Lady Hoot had several of her top Healers on hand night and day treating Khaira. They used special potions that allowed Khaira to be fed. Yet they could not see what was attacking her body so. Lady Hoot came in to talk with Aravilar who had stayed by Khaira side for these last few days. Only taking the time to eat and bath. Not that he wanted to but Lady Hoot told him it was best to keep up his strength. “Khaira had written me from the front lines just before the Tesh River battle. She said Aravilar that you insisted that she become Headmistress of the school!?!” Lady took a moment to consider her thoughts then spoke. “Khaira was sadden by the loss of Agudo and only wanted confirmation on the title you offered her.” High Cleric of the school looks down at Khaira and shed a tear then back at Aravilar. “ I was going to wait until she was hear to tell her about my thoughts of you self proclaiming her Headmistress of the school.” She took a deep breath to calm herself. “But now that she is sick, I shall deal with your surprising promotion of yourself. To some fanciful term ... Deputy Headmaster?!?” Lady Hoot frowned and Aravilar. “I have dealt with Wizards and their Egos for a long time now. Seeing that you needed to seize the rains of power is not that much of a shock but it is disappointing.” The wise white owl takes another long look at Khaira and shakes her head with sadness. “Before the war, you Aravilar had barely even taught at the school; you were on probation to see if you would workout or not. I understand that your friendship Agudo grew as you battled together for justice.” She pauses then continues. “But I cannot tell you how disappointed the School Administration was at reading the letter from Khaira, about your shameless self proclamation.” The High Cleric looked Aravilar in the eye. “Agudo left me in charge and Aravilar you knew this for you were here when Agudo said so. I am insulted to think that you would see me, as some common Familiar. She flaps her wings in frustration. “As if I would stop being able to work at the school as its Headmistress with the sudden loss of our dear Agudo.” She calmed herself then added. “You are welcome here and still have your job as teacher but you will control your power hungry Ego! Is that clear?”
Lucky Leprechaun 03-17-04, 12:06 AM	Lucky be asking ya to see me old post above Lady Hoots :P :blush: :P
Blanc Thanatos 03-17-04, 12:19 AM	Smirking faintly...a pair of orange eyes glinted within the shadows of Hillsfar, before dissapearing once more into darkness' embrace. Dear girl...so lonely. She's certainly enteraining...even in pain, even in...Thanatos.
aravilar_holistacia 03-17-04, 12:34 AM	Originally posted by Agudo Archmage She calmed herself then added. “You are welcome here and still have your job as teacher but you will control your power hungry Ego! Is that clear?” Aravilar narrowed his eyebrows when he heard the speech by the owl. "Lady, I of course respect you and your running of the school; you know that. But I made a judgment call. The death of the Headmaster left me in a position I had to intention of ever being in. If you were in my position, on the battlefield of Zhentil Keep, you would have had to make a decision. "I made a judgment call. You have no right to tell me what what right and what was wrong. It was not your decision to make. I had to make a decision on that, and I made it. If you do not like that, then I ask you please take your qualms away from me and to someone who will hear them." Aravilar's voice was as monotonous as possible throughout his speaking. "I do not wish to speak about this. I do wish to speak to you about Khaira. If you are so inclined," Aravilar said, his voice ice cold, "we may speak of how we can revive her."
Agudo Archmage 03-17-04, 12:43 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Lady Hoot considerd the battle weary Wizard and spoke. “You made a mistake its forgiven yet the Cure? The Harp? Is it with you? Play it with your whole heart and mind pour everything you have in to it.” ((OOC I read that Savael may have grabbed it? I am not sure though you may want to re read his post…And get it back from him as a sub plot…Or if Kharia gave it to you then play like a man in love
Gene_Kynes 03-17-04, 02:10 AM	A small pool of blood had collected in his sleeve, dripping down his wrist...from his glove...and to the open abraison there. A crater of crushed marble, punctuated in the center with a splatter of blood and glove leather impaled on a shard of the psuedo-precious stone hung above Gene's head, mocking his anger...his emotion. He stared out into the darkness that hid his now-violet eyes...as if it could possibly help him now. Gene! Please! Hear me! I loved you once because I thought we could make it as a couple; Gene, I still love you! I love you as a friend! Please Gen- Her voice was scrambled...ghostly, etheral-even. That kind of scrambling came from one source...between life and death. Light and Dark. A shadow. The Shadow. He didn't need her to spare any more words...she was in trouble, and in his "home". Hells...he hasn't visited that place in so long...a breath of toxic, alluring flowers that hardly exist...or the occaisonal taunting, twisted image might do him good. Life wasn't sugar-coated...that's for sure. With hardly another breath...shadows swarmed over Gene...and when they seperated...he was no longer there. *********** ( Seperation-Thingy stolen from: Kheldar.) In the Plane of Shadows...it became much too easy to find the elf. Well, the girl, at least. As he landed on a twisted cliff face, several images slipped into his mind...it was like trying to peer into a shattered window, one that somehow didn't crumble to reveal the world outside. She's by where that would be...far from the nearest Shadow Quake... Gene grinned. Easy. His favored black cloak, Umbra, slipped around his neck...and then Gene leapt, seemingly bounding worlds as the darkened air around him rushed, tugging at him...trying to lead him astray. His shadowjump led him farther than ever before, the umbral blood flowing through his veins beating much stronger than in the Material. Here was his Chessboard...and in times of need, it would be populated with pieces. A glimmer of a Umbral Tree's blindsight revealed the woman's exact location...a shadowjump took Gene there...behind her confused gaze, behind her conflict within. Landing without a sound, Gene slipped...as the shadows he emulates, behind the bard, before whispering directly into her ear... "..Having another one of those days, huh?" His thoughts may be in chaos...his life and sanity may've been rusting away...but he most certainly had enough in him to give the subtle chill within others...the kind that sparked when something notices you, instead of you noticing it. In the Shadow Plane...Gene's clothing taste suddenly makes sense...and his features seem to have more color here, the Shadow Dancer managing to bring color to himself...even in a land of blankness.
kulideb 03-17-04, 03:39 AM	The elf pulled the last of the pond weed from her hair. She wondered how her beloved Aravilar was doing she really hoped that Khaira would be alright, at least Aravilar was there to look after her. "I guess we walk in." she said with a smile at Branth. "The anti magic field will sto..." she stoped walking and looked at Branth. "Emm..Shadow magic is the opposit of normal magic right? So if Mystra's magic is effected by this shield thing and our magic is the opposit of hers, Do you think we could shadow jump inside of Hillsfar?"
Kanzeil 03-17-04, 05:12 AM	Situated on top of a nearby cliff, a lone figure stood looking down at the remains of the front lines. It had been here where the damned elves started their revolt. Kanzeil was so angry that he could scream!!! Littered all across the landscape were the broken bodies of his followers. Clerics! Healers! Innocent men and woman who's only purpose in this battle had been to save the lives of as many people as possible! And it had been on his command that they were all gathered at the front lines where they were slaughtered! Kanzeil did scream. . . My dear boy. Whatever is the matter? Kanzeil's eyes began to glow a faint red color. The voice of an old mage echoed in his head. "You know very well what the hell the matter is!!! Why didn't you try and stop this!?" A hallow chuckle was all Kanzeil received as a response. The priest glowered. ". . .Of course. . .Their lives never played any part in this 'grand scheme' of yours. Did they?" Kanzeil waited for a reply, but this time nothing came. The man's eyes resumed their normal color. Kanzeil spat at the ground. "You damn fool! You shouldn't hold such little regard towards human lives! We could have used them." Kanziel gave the battlefield one last look before turning around and walking away. He was frustrated; today had been a bad day. Not only had he lost a fair sum of his followers, but his hopes of redeeming Messianica's revived forces were also completely ruined! Most of the enemies that had been healed and taken prisoner were now lying dead beside his fallen clerics! Grunting, Kanzeil made his way back towards the tents. Thank the gods Leetah hadn't made it all the way to the front lines yet. He couldn't have afforded to lose her. Kanzeil's eyes began to flicker red again, but then returned back to normal. . .
Branth 03-17-04, 07:20 AM	((Hmm, I don't know. Agudo, is shadow magic included in that Anti-magic field? After all it IS differnt. I'll leave it up to you)) Branth blinks then tells her, o O(I no know. I find out.) Branth's eyes seem to go blank as he comminicates with....someone. o O(So. Now you need my help and your willing to listen to me. I don't know if I should help you now, you didn't listen to my story......All right, I guess I'll tell you. The answer is.....)
Savael 03-17-04, 09:31 AM	OoC: Hm. As far as I know Savael took Khairas harp with him before shadow jumping with Mr. Kynes to Hillsfar...
Khaira 03-17-04, 09:41 AM	Yes, Savael grabbed Khaira's harp before he shadowjumped...Don't worry, he and I have this planned out...ready for some FUN? ;-) Originally posted by Savael *snip*He let his gaze drop for a moment, only to focus it on a little something lying by the riverbed... A harp. Perhaps Khaira had dropped it? In any case it would make a good souvernir of sorts... Something to remember the red-haired fiend by. He kneeled down and picked the harp up, one of his yellow eyes still fixed upon the elven wizard. There was power within this one, certainly. He would do well to remember his face. But he had not only adressed him. Someone called Gene had also earned his scorn, and as Savael turned around once more the now familiar hooded figure appeared in his imediate view. Offering him a gloved hand, the stranger spoke; There you have it! Originally posted by Agudo Archmage http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif ((OOC I read that Savael may have grabbed it? I am not sure though you may want to re read his post…And get it back from him as a sub plot…Or if Kharia gave it to you then play like a man in love
Agudo Archmage 03-17-04, 10:03 AM	OOC DM Moment :D For Kulideb and Branth the Shadow magic does not work in the city or near it....But you are just a mile or so from Hillsfar .....soooooo its ok to walk you will be there in no time. :) Now for Aravilar.... Khaira has given away her harp to Savael for her own reasons....You can still use an Elven harp of your own or the words of Love that Aravilar has for Khaira to try to save her....Why? She is a Bard and her posts seems to show that Music is part of her very being...But the cure is up to Khaira ;)
Khaira 03-17-04, 10:06 AM	She continues to float in the shadows, assaulted by the demons of her mind, of her past. Why would they not leave her alone! She only wanted to sleep...to sleep...to wake. What was life now? What was life, but the curse of death? Murderer. Scoundrel. You will die here. Alone. Thief. Holding no care for those around you. Taking what you want without remorse. You will be caught. You will be executed. Liar. Some day your lies will destroy you. You will be caught; your lies shall be your destruction. And then You shall burn! Burn long! Burn. In. Hell. Why? Why must you plague me so? I survive ... I only try to survive ... Why? Why me? And then she was alone...she saw, them, oh so far away. Agudo, lecturing about barious magical arts and the history of the Realms. Gene, instructing Kulideb, her sister in blood, on the ShadowJumping Arts. The High Lady Hoot, teaching about clerical arts of healing. Drindin, teaching about death and magic, and the link between the two. Khaira; running, ever running. Teaching, running, fighting. Retracing her steps in the sands of time. Ever running in circles; in despair, in sadness, in pain. Ever running.... Is this where it will end this day? Will I die with no one to sing my song? For this is what I fear - death, alone, with no one beside me. Agudo - Offering his wise, fatherly wisdom. Lady Hoot - With her loving hand, soothing, calming so. Drindin - Sharing his past with me, letting me feel like I'm not alone anymore. Gene - So close, yet so far apart. With his poetic words, making me realize the truth. Aravilar - So encompassing with his love. Where are you now? Mother, Father - Do you hate me so? ANYONE!? Can anyone hear me! Anyone at all!? Hear me out now, in my last hour... A glimmer of a Umbral Tree's blindsight revealed the woman's exact location...a shadowjump took Gene there...behind her confused gaze, behind her conflict within. Landing without a sound, Gene slipped...as the shadows he emulates, behind the bard, before whispering directly into her ear... "..Having another one of those days, huh?" Were her prayers answered? There, his voice, just like that. Or was he? It was all so dark, so quiet... Was this just another dream? Or was he really there? The forces of her mind, of her past, still plagued her, through and through. Tormented her. Reminded her how far away she was, from them all. Just how far away. But there ... there he was...his voice. Her voice comes out, faint, weak, almost frantic, almost unheard. Gene? Is it ... you? Are you really here? Or are you yet another illusion? An illusion meant to pain my soul so? Is it you - or is my mind still so cruel? Where are you, Gene?
Finwe 03-17-04, 10:14 AM	Originally posted by Agudo Archmage OOC DM Moment :D For Kulideb and Branth the Shadow magic does not work in the city or near it....But you are just a mile or so from Hillsfar .....soooooo its ok to walk you will be there in no time. :) Now for Aravilar.... Khaira has given away her harp to Savael for her own reasons....You can still use an Elven harp of your own or the words of Love that Aravilar has for Khaira to try to save her....Why? She is a Bard and her posts seems to show that Music is part of her very being...But the cure is up to Khaira ;) Question: What about those who don't use the weave or shadow weave? (AKA, "weaveless" casters)
ruthia 03-17-04, 10:51 AM	:eek: :uh-huh: :OMG! :mymy: Agudo and Lucky are one and the same? :twitch: No wonder Lucky like to torture Kheldar then! [EGO BOASTER] On a side note congradulations on your 100th page Agudo. My characters have been with you since page one on the old boards, I've seen the schools ups and downs. But I must say you have a great group of players here now and it's wonderful to work with such talented people. You really know who to make a good story great! [/EGO BOASTER]
aravilar_holistacia 03-17-04, 12:06 PM	Originally posted by Agudo Archmage [IMG]Lady Hoot considerd the battle weary Wizard and spoke. “You made a mistake its forgiven yet the Cure? The Harp? Is it with you? Play it with your whole heart and mind pour everything you have in to it." "My lady, no Bard am I... I have naught but my spells... which may not even be a strength anymore," Aravilar pointed out, still slightly irritated from Lady Hoot's judgment speech. "I cannot compose music; I can only compose spells. Gods, I wish I could do something! All that I wish I could say... is all I cannot. And then there is nothing I can do but sit and wait." Aravilar sighed and sat back in the wicker chair. "I will sit here, Lady Hoot, until Khaira wakes... I can hear her calling to me; I believe it was through the Light this was made possible. I hear her voice... and somewhere, somehow, she is pulling me through the planes to be with her; something is holding me away. "I will sit here, in this chair, until she wakes. I am not losing another friend to the dark. I've seen countless die since Netheril. I don't want to see another."
sculyblast 03-17-04, 01:44 PM	Nienses Nienses started to catch some strength back, and started to think. Well Nienses was convinced Kheldar was not sent by Mytus, But could she unpunished tell Kheldar about everything Mytus was? If Mytus’ Plan would fail, she would not get back what she had journeyed to Hillsfar for. She did not dare to Trust again… Not after what Mytus had done to her, But This person seemed rather Trustful... If she would ever want to trust again she should start with Kheldar here... No not today…maybe another day. “I can not tell you what I know, not in the need of any in Hillsfar. Although I will come with you to Hillsfar” she smiled and raised herself from the stone she was sitting one
Finwe 03-17-04, 01:59 PM	Walking through the battlefield, seeing the carnage on all side, Finwe's heart can not help but fall. He remembers a poen which his mother use to tell him, when he was but a boy so many eons ago... "When our breathren war, and our people die. When our country falters, and our hearts give out, and all our people die. When the roses wilt and the rivers run red, when the light of the gods shines dark, and the wails of the people die. When the world rises as one and cries out for an end, when the planes clamor and bend, and the light of the peoples die... Then shall winds carry the cries of woe to the souls of the lost. Then shall our leaders be strong, then shall our spirits find renewal, and our people shall give birth. Then shall all the flowers bloom and the rivers clear like glass, then shall the light of man give light to all, and shout with joy and mirth. Then our lands of death will end, then our cosmos of possibilities will begin to mend, and the bringers of darkness shall fly..."
Finwe 03-17-04, 02:41 PM	oops...
sculyblast 03-17-04, 02:45 PM	Senis When Senis saw Mytus leave He knew this was his change to make sure he did not have to fight in the War on the penelouses of Hillsfar. He had figured out a plan That would work, When Mytus was unfocused for a while he had Grabbed the Amulet Mytus used to communicate with his Superiors. He had hidden it from Mytus and Since Mytus really needed it he would make sure Senis would not die until Senis would give him back his little amulet. Obviously he had given it To Emeraldeyes, it was good packed and Emeraldeyes would probably not open it and would return it too Senis when he would return. He Stalked Mytus for a while, Then Mytus set down on the roof of one the houses in Hillsfar and looked to the moon. Senis did not Directly Wanted to Attack Mytus with the Deal he made up. He sat down and waited until he was a hundred percent certain Mytus was alone
DiplomaticSorcerer 03-17-04, 02:45 PM	YES! I got the 2999th post! YEEHAW!
Finwe 03-17-04, 02:46 PM	As the memories of his mother start to fade, Finwe looks around the battlefield with great saddness in his eyes. They burn for the deaths to stop, but he knows that he is obliged by his duty to aid the rest of the army. "So much death, for such a gain. Does the price we pay for our own beleifs justify the oppression of others'? Does the death of thousands for the protection of mere belief justify anything? even the gods themselves are fallible. I know that better than nay other mortal could possibly comprehend. I have payed the blood of an entire race to gain that knowledge, and that blood is still yet a million times unpaid. Perhaps the ony respite from life is darkness. Is this all a dream, conjured by a great thinker who strives to make his own reality a truth, or is it simply another note of randomness throughout the cosmos which I have seen only to many times? Even time can not tell. What matters is now. What we do in dreams remains in dreams. What we do in life remains in eternity. Now then, we must all simply choose between dreams.... ...or eternity...." Edity: 3000th post! W00t! hehehe...
DiplomaticSorcerer 03-17-04, 02:47 PM	NOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!! Wait a minute. You were just waiting for it! You never edited your post! LIAR! I'm gonna start calling you Spamwe! Even though I am the king of spam.
sculyblast 03-17-04, 02:53 PM	Mytus Mytus just finished his thinking, When he suddenly noticed Senis spying on him, He acted for a while like nothing happened, and though about what Senis was up to. He would probably making a excuse why he could not join the battle, What excuse would he have? Then Mytus over thought everything that Senis was and realised Senis would have a good back up plan, better then a weak excuse
aravilar_holistacia 03-17-04, 03:05 PM	:bounce: Happy 3000th! Total Posts: 3,004 User Posts aravilar_holistacia 413 Agudo Archmage 313 Gene_Kynes 290 Flayhara Magerie 251 kulideb 185 Drindin 114 Lady Clare Windariete 110 sculyblast 93 Branth 91 Lucky Leprechaun 82 Khaira 80 Finwe 73 Good Knight 69 Myranthor 61 Malendor... 58 Golddigger Dwarf 57 DiplomaticSorcerer 57 Elvin Queen 53 Leenaria The Pixie 53 Kheldar Devaentar 50 Let me tell you a Story 50 Angel Elf 37 Zollex 33 Messianica the Savior 31 Savael 29 ruthia 29 Aerie 28 Opaque Divinity 25 Lady_Astrianna 18 Magnus-Valandiel 14 stratagues_evermore 13 Elvina 13 Duncan McGregor 12 Dager, Dementia Master 9 Leetah 9 Lioth 8 Abysmal 8 Pipers Youth 7 Keya_Moonstar 7 firelizard Brad 7 Traveler 6 LOZ 6 Ryan,The Blade of Dragons 5 Demonwise 5 Cerrinity 4 Evander-Sunstrike 4 Dimitri Kane 3 Daleah The Faithful 3 Figgy Lady of Darkness 2 ???? 2 Rylandia 2 Thog 2 HeavensRose 2 Gladius_Lucix 2 Kel'Rea 2 Xilytn 2 Pug archmage of Stardock 2 Krissy 1 Eidrog 1 Blanc Thanatos 1 Luika 1 Faeryl 1 Ringon Celebal 1 Arutha Prince of Krodor 1 Jack Delaney 1 Bonze 1 Kanzeil 1 Just a commemorative post. :D {the above was entirely OOC}
sculyblast 03-17-04, 03:17 PM	Senis Senis went to up to Mytus now ”Mytus…! I will not… Fight in your war…!” Mytus Smiled at Senis and Said: ”Well, There, my friend, is where you’re wrong” ”You are sure…?” Senis said with a Smile of his own ”Well sure I am, Why would you not…My servant of Great Potential?” ”Since.., I have… A plan…” and before Senis could continue his phrase Mytus skiped in: ”What kind of Plan would that be, then?” ”You Miss… Your Amulet…!” Mytus Grabbed for his own neck and noticed now the Amulet was gone, but instead of being surprised He started The Laughed. ”Did you really think I was Intimidated so easily? Fool! You will fight on the front line!” ”I will not… or you…Shall not have…It back..!” ”Oh I will, yesss…, Let me see… You went to The Camp of light and gave it to the only person that you talked with… and that will be Emeraldeyes” Senis was surprised, terribly surprised! He never had counted on it that Mytus head was so big! And now his plan will be used against him. ”Grave not, Senis, Where you will be going This act will be either punished and rewarded! Muahahaha, Foolish Boy, you still don’t get what you are messing with do you?” then Mytus left Senis in total confusion
Finwe 03-17-04, 03:33 PM	Originally posted by DiplomaticSorcerer NOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!! Wait a minute. You were just waiting for it! You never edited your post! LIAR! I'm gonna start calling you Spamwe! Even though I am the king of spam. You might want to change that white to bright blue there ds....
Kheldar Devaentar 03-17-04, 03:49 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif Kheldar smiled as he offered Nienses a hand to help her up. It's too bad she wouldn't share anything with him. . . Like Kheldar had told her, he couldn't very well help her unless he knew what the problem was. . . Then again, maybe it would be a good idea not to get involved. Women had a way of getting him into trouble! . . But wasn't it a rogue's job to get into trouble? "I bet you'd look much prettier without those tears in the way, here use this." Kheldar reached in his cloak for a handkerchief and prayed he didn't get one with Agudo's blood all over it. Nope, instead he got a white one with a decorative red fringe and the initials T.S. sewn in the corner. . . A frown flickered across his face, he'd have almost preferred to give her something soaked in blood, but he forced himself to pass the handkerchief over. . . with a smile no less. "Maybe you can at least tell me his name on the way. . . At least I could use it as a heads up if I meet him." The couple started walking towards Hillsfar. Oh, there's probably going to be a lot of celebration when we get to town. Gods, they're probably gonna throw me on a stage and expect me to say some nonsense. . . I wonder if I can talk Messianica into doing it - she likes making speeches. . ." He would see. . . At least he had a mile to make something up with. Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
DiplomaticSorcerer 03-17-04, 03:53 PM	Originally posted by Finwe You might want to change that white to bright blue there ds.... Well, I never was able to figure out what color these boards were!
Gene_Kynes 03-17-04, 04:38 PM	"I'm right here, silly." He gave a small chuckle...there was no denial that Gene was more cheerful on this plane than on any other...the mask of melancholy he held over his face in the Material unravelled in the land of little color. "...So, what'cha doin'?" Sitting down on the ground, Gene looks up at Khaira, his head tilted in curiousity. "You know...this place has a strange beauty to it. It doesn't pretend to be hospitable. It doesn't shove morals down your throat. It's like...staring out into the material, through a tinted, twisted mirror...it's interesting, you know?" He shrugs. "In all of my time here...I never...once...visited the Citadel of Color. By Mask, Sune, and Selune...I want to, terribly, but...I never find the time, you know? I guess...I worry too much." Another shrug, this time without the participation of his left shoulder. "...This is the shadow that doesn't shrink from light, the eternal night, neutrality at it's height. So many people think this place is evil...but they're just afraid of the dark, you know?" Yet another one-shouldered shrug. "Anyway. I ask you again...what're you doing out here, eh?"
kulideb 03-17-04, 05:16 PM	"Well, its a nice day and I guess walking will give us a chance to figure out how we get inside." The small elf said to Branth. And it was a nice day, the sun was drying her clothes off, a soft breeze ruffled her hair. "Have you ever been to Hillsfar?" she asked Branth, then with out waiting for a reply she carried on talking. "Everyone seems so friendly there, even the dreaded Lady her self, it still seems hard to belive she is so evil, but you will see for yourself soon enough." Her feet had stopped squelching in her shoes, she hoped Aravilar and khaira were alright, she did think about contacting him but thought better of it as it might distract him.
Kheldar Devaentar 03-17-04, 05:18 PM	I don't like "just" OoC messages - and now I go and double post mine. :rolleyes:
Kheldar Devaentar 03-17-04, 05:18 PM	Ok, if all these other folks can get away with OoC messages, then so can I. Finwe, I think the anti-magic field area around Hillsfar is a nil-magic zone, whatever your sources are. I believe it's done as a way to balance this adventure, regardless of what the official D&D rules state. And out of curiosity, where did you find the weaveless caster class? I can't find it anywhere. . . And neither can my friends who have almost every D&D book I can think of. Mongoose, Sword and Sorcery, etc. . . Just wondering. :) Agudo/Lucky cheers! Chris always suspected you where the same person, but I told him he was crazy. Shucks, looks like I'm the crazy one. Although I must say, you're about a 1000 times cooler in my books now! :cool: Kulideb, going by official D&D rules. shadow weave is blocked in an anti-magic field. (but not dead magic fields) Also, it's worth noting that Shadow Dancers don't necessarily use shadow weave magic. (Although they do work with shadows) Shadow weave is magic created by evil. And unless Shar guides you through the steps of casting in shadow weave, you loose a bit of your mind. . . Well, you can also regain this loss by performing a task for Shar, but Kulideb doesn't seem the type to me. . . unless Kulideb has some sort of dark secret?!? :smirk: It's also worth noting that shadow weave casters cannot cast light spells. . . Faerie Fire, for example, cannot be created through the shadow weave. Oh, and one final thing worth mentioning is shadow weave is the polar opposite of Mystra's magic. If Kulideb is using shadow weave, don't let Aravilar the Chosen of Mystra find out! hee hee. OoOh and if Mystra finds out Aravilar is in love with someone who casts from the shadow weave. . . That might get icky too. :b: Sorry. don't mean to be a pest, just thought I'd point it all out. Of course, this is free-form RP, so we don't always have to stick to the D&D rules like glue. :)
Finwe 03-17-04, 06:43 PM	Originally posted by Kheldar Devaentar Ok, if all these other folks can get away with OoC messages, then so can I. Finwe, I think the anti-magic field area around Hillsfar is a nil-magic zone, whatever your sources are. I believe it's done as a way to balance this adventure, regardless of what the official D&D rules state. And out of curiosity, where did you find the weaveless caster class? I can't find it anywhere. . . And neither can my friends who have almost every D&D book I can think of. Mongoose, Sword and Sorcery, etc. . . Just wondering. :) Agudo/Lucky cheers! Chris always suspected you where the same person, but I told him he was crazy. Shucks, looks like I'm the crazy one. Although I must say, you're about a 1000 times cooler in my books now! :cool: Kulideb, going by official D&D rules. shadow weave is blocked in an anti-magic field. (but not dead magic fields) Also, it's worth noting that Shadow Dancers don't necessarily use shadow weave magic. (Although they do work with shadows) Shadow weave is magic created by evil. And unless Shar guides you through the steps of casting in shadow weave, you loose a bit of your mind. . . Well, you can also regain this loss by performing a task for Shar, but Kulideb doesn't seem the type to me. . . unless Kulideb has some sort of dark secret?!? :smirk: It's also worth noting that shadow weave casters cannot cast light spells. . . Faerie Fire, for example, cannot be created through the shadow weave. Oh, and one final thing worth mentioning is shadow weave is the polar opposite of Mystra's magic. If Kulideb is using shadow weave, don't let Aravilar the Chosen of Mystra find out! hee hee. OoOh and if Mystra finds out Aravilar is in love with someone who casts from the shadow weave. . . That might get icky too. :b: Sorry. don't mean to be a pest, just thought I'd point it all out. Of course, this is free-form RP, so we don't always have to stick to the D&D rules like glue. :) The only casters who actually use the weave is those who are born in the realms. Although its mostly for flavor purposes in Finwe's case, I just realized that it might be different. Also, nil magic zone's only effect the weave. If its a balance issue, then it's fine with me on his magic not working.
Agudo Archmage 03-17-04, 10:19 PM	New post down from this one.
Agudo Archmage 03-17-04, 11:24 PM	((OOC Left out a few things soooo I made a new post :rolleyes: Finwe... All magic stops working near thr city of Hillsfar... The good news is you all shall soon find out why.....Ruthia thanks I am a sucker for the Sympathy Post :ayyyy!: and thanks everyone for helping making this the longest lasting Story on the MOP boards New Or Old Boards :pile: Really Chris Knew!:eek:....O well thanks and your a Cool one yourself Kheldar :cool: ) http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif The wise white owl listen to Aravilar words about staying near Khaira no matter what and noded her head. "Yes many have been lost. Agudo for one shall not be forgotten and if the Light is willing, he shall be brought back. If we can catch that slimy killer Kheldar." :rolleyes:
Good Knight 03-17-04, 11:46 PM	Command Tent Army Of Light Firecam was reading over maps and signing papers that gave orders to the chain of command. Then suddenly he pounded his fist. “This betrayal by Emeraldeyes has put us in a bad situation. The Queen is gone the Elves are in disarray and demoralized” Keldorn looked to Reginald his new friend. “By all that is Righteous we need to get things going or all will be lost. What are your ides on besieging Hillfar?” Just then a solder came in saluted and handed Firecam a note. “Aravilar is no where in the camp! Once again he has left us” He rubes his eyes. “Most likely to frolic in the woods and dance with some wood nymph” Keldorn had great respect for elves, but this Arch mage was had abandonee his post one too many times. Looking up to the sky he spoke. “Aravilar I know you can hear me? Aravilar your people need you!” Turning to Leetah? {Ooc if she is here.} “It is good that you are hear now, I don’t know what I would do without you” He places his hand on hers and smiles, then reminds himself of the war. “Get ready Leetah your in charge of the other healers. They need to be well rested for tomorrow ready or not we march on Hillsfar.”
aravilar_holistacia 03-18-04, 12:22 AM	And the voice of the knight rang out and into Aravilar's ears. "Oh..." Aravilar said softly, the light playing on his face. "Lord Keldorn--Khaira has fallen... and she has told me something I cannot deny... I do not wish to be away from her when she wakes. She... is in love with me. I do not wish to be gone when she arises." Aravilar closed his eyes and said, "Until I return, Keldorn, you are in command." Aravilar brushed the back of his hand over Khaira's cheek... "Khaira... stay with me... don't give into the dark." Aravilar let his head drop and he whispered, "Kulideb... wherever you are... I miss you deeply..."
Khaira 03-18-04, 12:45 AM	She hears his voice again, behind her ... slowly, using the utmost effort, she turns around. Damn this Plane of Secrets, this Shadow! But there he was; he seemed real. Was he really there? She reaches out to touch him. Was it another dream? Another form of torture? But no, he was real. As real as these damned shadows! The voices had stopped now - they were gone, just as they had come. She feared these shadows with all of her heart. What did they hide, in their depths? For that matter, what did she hide in her depths? She was afraid of them, so deathly afraid....would they be the end of her? What am I doing here? How can I tell you, Gene, what I have gone through here, in this shadowy Hell? This deceving, concealing ... test? There were no words to even describe it. And yet ... he was so at home here. He was one with the shadow but ... this place was torture, no fun-filled field trip! "Gene ... there are no words .... no words to describe it.After you left with Savael, my soul was drawn away from my body to this ... to this damnable place!" She screams that last part, out at the shadows. Why did they mock her so?! She wanted out! "The horrors I saw, Gene ... are too soul-rending to even begin to describe...I am trapped here, now. I thought nobody could hear me...and yet, here you are...but how? How could you come to me when no others could?" She could not tell him what she saw, what she felt. She wanted to tell him, how right he was. About the war. About her. About her style in fighting. About ... everything. But how could she put all that into words? She could not.And then there were the images ... her past. and the haunting voices ... her mother, her father, and that ... thing! Oh, it was horrible, so horrible! She could not tell him how distant she was from them all, how she felt so alone...She could not bring herself to tell him just how she realized how much she relied on him. On Agudo, on Aravilar, on everyone...She wanted to tell him how sorry she was ... dear Gods, she had tried to kill him! It was only an illusion but ... she had tried! And yet, here, he seemed so forgiving. So happy, just to talk to her, here, alone. What would he say?
Kanzeil 03-18-04, 05:43 AM	(( Sorry Good Knight. . .Thanks for being so patient with me. . . )) http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongleetah.gif Leetah watched quietly as Kheldorn swiftly rummaged through the enormous stack of papers that dominated his desk. Charts, battle plans, random documents requesting various authorizations and conformations. Leetah didn't understand how the commander kept up with it all! Finally, Firecam's anger exploded as he slammed his fist into the table. Leetah jumped at the commander's sudden outburst but managed to hold back her startled cry. Almost any abrupt actions were enough to set off Leetah at the moment. The girl had been that way ever since she heard about the happening of the front line. A lot of people had died out there. Leetah's heart went out to the decided and their families. . . “This betrayal by Emeraldeyes has put us in a bad situation. The Queen is gone the Elves are in disarray and demoralized” Leetah's eyes shimmered with sadness. She hated trying to be strong; it felt wrong to her. But the prospect of crying in the commanders tent didn't seem right either, especially when she was called in to assist the commander in any way she could. What good would bawling do besides interrupt the commander? Leetah wished she were alone. . . “By all that is Righteous we need to get things going or all will be lost. What are your ideas on besieging Hillsfar?” Leetah was relieved that the question had been directed towards Reginald and not herself. She didn't know the first thing about running a siege! She also didn't know anything about being a leader. Leetah was scared. She didn't want to lead the Clerics into battle. But she knew she had to. It was all a part of being 'strong.' Leetah really wished she were by herself now. . . * * * “It is good that you are here now, I don’t know what I would do without you.” Leetah looked up at Keldorn with a start, she then looked behind her to see if he was talking to someone else. All she saw was the tent's wall. "Me? I-I'm honored to hear that Sir, but I really haven't done anything. It's you who's been bearing all the weight of this war." Leetah listened to Kheldorn as he gave out his orders. The healer then nodded her head. "Right Sir. I'll make sure they all get a good nights sleep." (( Kinda rushed at the end. . .oh well. . . ))
Drindin 03-18-04, 09:33 AM	Reginald humms, and looks the map over. "We should attack by cover of the night... Then arises the question: Do we want hillsfar in one piece when we take it? If so, then I would suggest against the use of fire and machines of war. However, if that matters not, then I would suggest the use of flaming arrows and catapults. "Me and my tiger knighst can sneak in through the back, and take care of the betrayer. We will capture her, and will return her to you. Unless, of course, you have a better idea?"
sculyblast 03-18-04, 01:28 PM	Nienses She took the Handkerchief form kheldar and whiped her face clear from tears. then she stood and look again at kheldar, She walked along with him true the forest and started talking "Ow, Kheldar, It is just not that I don't want to tell you what i know, but once I will return to hillsfar, I know I am in Trouble allread, So I want to make sure I won't get in any more you understand, don't you? "
sculyblast 03-18-04, 01:34 PM	Nienses She took the Handkerchief form kheldar and whiped her face clear from tears. then she stood and look again at kheldar, She walked along with him true the forest and started talking "Ow, Kheldar, It is just not that I don't want to tell you what i know, but once I will return to hillsfar, I know I am in Trouble allread, So I want to make sure I won't get in any more you understand, don't you? See I need some time, but when the time comes I will tell you everything I need to know, I just need to trust you first" this where rather a lot of words in a short while (woman allways like to babble :D) and may have confused Kheldar a little, from the many words that nienses spoke at a friendly tone, Kheldar could asume nienses trusted him allready a lot "I can trust you right?" she looked at Kheldar with a questionable look
Branth 03-18-04, 02:56 PM	Gripping Kulidebs shoulders, Branth lets her do the walking into Hillsfar. o O(Nope, never been here. Nice inside? War bad, don't care bout war on Lady. Just want get dager, get Agudo back! Driving me nuts!) He's words aren't completely clear here, but his feelings are. He's angery that he let Kheldar kill Agudo and that anger feds through to every though he sends now.......
Kheldar Devaentar 03-18-04, 04:55 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif Kheldar smiled a touch, how could he betray those eyes looking back at him? He'd have to give Nienses an honest answer. . . "They say ya don't ever want to trust a rogue too much, ya know, given the nature of our work n' all. . . But it would take an honest rogue to admit as much now wouldn't it?" Kheldar winked at Nienses. But looking into her eyes, he couldn't tell whether he made things better or worse. . . Maybe he'd say it more simply. "Really, I'm trustworthy to those I trust. . . But I have to be careful about it. I've lost a great deal by placing my trust with the wrong people. . ." He thought Nienses' eyes looked even more troubled than before. Particularly after the last part of what he said. He really was terrible at this, little wonder he never got the girl. "Um, but I trust you. . . I mean, you haven't given me a reason not to. You're one of the most pleasant people I've met." Kheldar really wished he knew what was bothering her. . . "If I go up on stage and make a goofy speech do ya think you'll be able to watch it? Or will you have to immediately report in with whoever it is?" Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
sculyblast 03-18-04, 05:11 PM	Nienses She smiled "Well, I will have to report my arrival back, but I won't think Mytus will make such a great deal out of it" she slabt her hands before her mouth, she did not know if it was for the fact that she called mytus real name instead of Helator or for the fact that she had told Kheldar his name. "I wasn't supost to say that, was I?" She asked Kheldar in some kind of shame she know that when Mytus found out about her telling his real name around she would eventually not get back what she came for as well
Kheldar Devaentar 03-18-04, 05:41 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif Kheldar blinked. Mytus? So that was the master. He smiled back at Nienses. "It's ok. . . I'm not going to tell anyone you told me his name. . . Besides, with him being a new person in Town I'd have eventually discovered his name anyway. . . That is, unless he was trying to hide it for some reason. . ." Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
Gene_Kynes 03-18-04, 08:48 PM	Gene shrugs, balancing a shuriken. "...You know, everyone has the strangest idea that this is a...killing weapon. At least, when thrown. N...no. It's a distraction." In a flick of the wrist, the shuriken is flung against the nearest stone...creating an audible "ping". "...It's purpose is lost in translation. Those who're not proficient with it see it as a stylish killing tool...gods, even I need a perfect set of conditions to actually kill with it...and even then, even the slightest breeze can miss the juglar vein, can dodge a ribcage gap, can evade an eye. People hear the sound...they look that way. Or...even if you do hit someone with it, it's hardly enough to take that person down...it just distracts them, due to the fact that they have steel sticking out of their flesh. Personally...I use them to deliver poison, but...eh. There's always the drop in the wineglass, the dirty handshake, the tainted kiss, or...of course...the fouled weapon." Gene then laughs soundlessly to himself...before glancing up to Khaira. "Sorry. Was rambling. Point is...don't lose me in translation? You're not dead...and you're not alive. You're not in the dark...and you're not in the light." The shuriken then re-appears in his hand...as if he was displaying a rather dangerous card trick, with a roguish wink. "...You're in a shadow. I have wings...and anywhere there is shadow, that is my sky." With another sleight of hand...the narrow knife dissapears. "...Sure, any mage could just rip himself here...but he'd summon more shadow beasties than he'd like. Fighters are left clueless, hunting for weaknesses in the Shadow/Material barrier. I'm neither." Sighing, Gene tilts his gaze back up to the strange umbral night. "Y'know...please don't be mad at me...but...I'm glad I'm "just" a short-lived human-blooded mortal. I sure as hell don't want to stick around long enough to see the people I care for wither away, I don't need a lifetime of guilt, a lifetime of sorrow. People mean more t'you, when you're short-lived...you know? They're just not another face that'll pass away...and their deaths are certainly more severe." Looking back to his teacher, his friend, Gene shrugs. "...Personally...I could less about this orgy of death...this...despicable war. All wars are civil wars...all men are brothers. Gods...I wonder if these officers...these "leaders" are so blinded by the "glory" of war...that they can't see what war really is." The knife is back out...and before the bard's eyes, become a dark bulb...then slowly budding...flows into a strangely beautiful dark-purple rose. "...justification of murder. Men killing other men, for reasons that vary as much as the soldiers themselves. Scared kids, fighting for some belief...something intangible. People dying...and the leaders wrote it all off as a "victory", or "defeat". Dying in battle isn't sweet, or honorable...you're dying like a dog, for no good reason." Gene seems to've grit his teeth, staring intensely at Khaira...as if somehow that would calm his pathos. It doesn't. "...People think that this religion...is worth dying for. They think anything worth living for it worthy dying for...but...isn't what's worth dying for...worth living for? One of the bloodiest conflicts in the land, all over a stupid religion. I wish...I wish all of these men...on both sides...could just sit down with each other. Have dinner. Play a game, friendly competetion. Hells...Kheldar doesn't even need to die. Killing him'll do nothing...it may even jeopardize Agudo. Maybe I'm not the only person not blinded by glory of bloodlust in this war...but...it certainly seems that way." He sighs...running a hand through his hair, savoring the almost perfect (at least for him) tempature of the Plane, the shadow-chill. "...Khaira, I...I'm sorry. For ranting. For speaking too much...but...doesn't this entire thing...seem...stupid? I only joined to ensure the best for Agudo. But when he died...something I know blaming too heavily on myself will most certainly result in nothing...I had nothing to be in this war for, other than to avenge him. But...I doubt he could be killed so easily. That rogue either has him trapped, or imprisoned in an anti-magic cell. Either way." Frowning, slightly...Gene then stands up. "...I'm...sorry for using what could be precious time to just...talk to you, instead of trying to help...but...you're the only person I can talk to, without blowing what I am. Now...that my thoughts of this entire...stupid....military muscle-flexing are spread, I can ask you the following: What do you think'll help you get...well...what you want? You can go either way...you know. Into the darkness of death's cold embrace...or into the realm of the living. I won't force anything on you...but...well..." Gene grins, a grin she had only seen before...the kind of grin when he saw a locked chest, the kind of grin he suppressed when anyone had shown suprise at his sudden shadowjumps...the rebellious, almost...joyous(A strange emotion indeed, for this particular Shadow Dancer...) expression he tried so hard to keep rare. "...I don't think I could stand Life's Symphony lacking the notes of your harp, Ms.Khaira."
Khaira 03-18-04, 10:49 PM	He was there, finally ... this was Gene, her student, her friend .... this was the Gene she knew. The Gene that understood everything ... The Gene that was always there. She had loved him once. A silly lusting for him ... she realized that now... he was talking now. Gene and her .... they were not so different... "A man once told me, Gene, that it is not the sword that kills, but the man who wields it. It is only the man that wields that darkness ... the man that wields the firey passion of hate that kills. That man that rends loving families into pieces, that ravages countries, that rips bloody hearts into pieces...." She continued to listen to him; she was in the shadow, with him. With Gene. She wasn't alone. She probably would never be able to talk to him like this again. Aravilar waited for her down below ... is that what she wanted? She loved him but ... would he want marriage? A family? Would she be trapped by those dreaded four walls, the four walls that would destroy her...? He was talking, then, about the joys of being short-lived. Her. He was talking about her elven heritage. How many times had she travelled with companions, loved somebody, cared for somebody in the past, only to watch time chisel away at their life. The memory was etched into her mind, forever. Men and women, growing old, withering, dying slow deaths ... all while she stayed young, perfect, ideal. The Immortal Elves. Sorrow is her voice as she speaks, then. She regards Gene, smiling one of those knowing smiles... "Gene ... you have nothing to feel sorry for ... yes, you are right. Like so many others, I will watch you wither away ... grow old ... and be embraced by the earth. And all the while ... I will remain. I shall remain, with your memory in my heart, still perfect, young, untouched by time. Gods, how many times have I watched it before! How many times have I watched them as they died, my friends, the humans! And still ... still I remain! And what for? I am so tired of it, Gene!" Darrian, Janx, Simon, Jilleneth, Lillian .... All of them...dead...and yet, I live... There is no time, and I know I shall not die any time soon. Just live...live forever. Never truly embracing life ... never embracing the music of life, for I now there is always time... And yet, the sorrow that fills my heart remain ... I shall never join them, for I shall live forever ... I cannot stand it! She closed her hands, and let the bars break, let the cage be broken. It was like ... nothing she had ever felt. Even her harp had never aroused such feelings!l This was - well, were there words for it? Freedom. True happiness. The passion that filled her soul. It was...beyond words. Gene was talking then, about the war...Oh, it was so sick! The carnage, the destruction. All over one lady? Damn you, Aravilar! What are you thinking? "This war, Gene, has gone on too long..." She pauses then, in deep consideration. How many soldiers had she taken life away from? Oh precious life...what Godess am I, to take it so? "So many deaths ... so much carnage...It is all a silly, foolish war, as are all wars. What do we gain, by fighting so? You were right, Gene. Thank you, my friend, for stopping me...It must end ... There are so many lives, left to live..." She stops then, listening to him again. He was giving her a choice. There was so much to give, still so much to do .... "I want to live, Gene. There are still so many symphonies to be heard...notes to be played... And peaces to be made." She regards him once again. He was there, just as he was before. Her student, her friend and now ... her teacher. There were no words for her to explain to him...She felt that emotion in her soul now. She had to tell him... "Gene....thank you."
Gene_Kynes 03-18-04, 11:24 PM	"...I...don't plan on withering away. Fel once said...she didn't expect me to live past thirty-something, with my mouth." He gives a small grin, and shrugs. "As for the war...well...I've got a plan. I'll wait for the next battle...and then...I'll do the most crippling thing in my ability to both armies..." Stretching out...his grin widens slightly. "I'll tell them the truth. I'll bring reality back into their minds...swords to plowshares, arrows to tinder. I'll write a song...that the world can sing to. For now...you've...well...have got to get out of here. You have your own..way out?" Gene tilts his head for a moment...after the realization of her change finally comes up with a suitable response...words would not do it justice...but... "...Khaira?" Stepping up to her...and (attempting, at least.) wraps her in a warm embrace, and...for even the slightest second...the beat of a bee's wing, the flicker of an eyelash, a grain of sand slipping through time...Gene seems warm to Khaira...completely hospitable. For that twitch in the timestream...the Shadow Dancer brings warmth, to a land of darkness. "...How does it feel, Khaira? That you don't ever have to watch anyone fade away...that the friends you have...they'll stay?" Lingering only a second longer...he then steps away from her, smiling...a smile which slowly cools... "...how does it feel, when everything in life has more value?" He grins...obviously, immortality is a horrible thing for Gene to even think about experiencing...considering how strange his reception was. "And..Khaira? You're...welcome."
Khaira 03-18-04, 11:58 PM	She stands there, with Gene, and revels in the moment. She almost doesn't want to go back; she doesn't want to go back to the school. How many tests awaited her there? And yet ... life waited for her there. She needed to live now, live with the fiery passion in her soul. She had a gift to give; the gift of the Music of Life. If they were to wither away, she would have to make it the best time of her life. She could take nothing for granted anymore; it was time to live. To breathe. To laugh. And to listen to the music. "Gene I ... don't plan on withering away either. I plan on living and sharing the music from my soul. I could not have done this without you, Gene." She can't help but flash that grin, that grin that Gene knew so well. But now...now it was so different. Full of life, full of passion, and echoing the music...the precious music from the soul. "Bring reality into their minds as you brought to me, Gene? I shall do my part as well. War is ugly, but life ... life is so precious. If only they could understand that. Understand and ... hear the music of the cosmos. The music that you and I hear..." The Shadowdancer uttered her name, and then he embraced her. For that single moment in time, all stood still. She felt the warmth, felt the life; she would never feel the same again. He was there, and there to stay ... and they must go on living with that fire, that passion within their hearts. "Everything is brighter now, Gene. The music ... it ... is clearer now. Life is grand, Gene. I could not see that, and now I am here to stay. For the rest of life I know ... I know I cannot take things for granted anymore. To stand here and to know that I shall not walk this path alone anymore ... is a blessing. The curse is fallen, the disease is cured and all that is left now ... is for the music. Yes I shall find my way now ... you and I, we both have our lives to lead, our paths to walk ... and our songs to weave." Then Gene released Khaira and stepped back. They would see each other again, soon. She was sure of that. The Shadowdancer and the Bard ... they were not so different, these two. "Let us go Gene ... let us... dance to the music..."
Good Knight 03-19-04, 12:55 AM	{New Commander of Light! And the prepperations for the attack on the city of Hillsfar} Keldorn received the words from Aravilar and had to close his eyes. Firecam then returned his attention to Reginald. “I am afraid good sir that Aravilar has run amuck with his lust for woman once more. I cannot tell you how many times he has chased every skirt in sight. First his wife, then some human girl, then Kulideb and now Khaira, a well known Bard.” The Knight reached for a goblet of water, and drank more to calm his nerves, than for thirst. “Reginald my friend Aravilar has given up command to me.” He then looked into his fellow Knight eyes with pride. “You are hear by elevated too Sub Commander and General of the Army of Light, only second to me.” Firecam shook the hand of Reginald and smiled. “Your night plan shall be are first attempt, at taking the sinful city of Hillsfar.” With a few more slaps on the back and gentleman talk, he walked back over to Leetah and held her chin in his strong hand. “Leetah my angel, if what the Bards say is true then, love at first sight does exist” He leaned over and kissed her cheek, then looked away for a second almost blushing. “I may die tomorrow, but know this Leetah; I will die fighting for your freedom to practice your religion, without fear of Messianica taking that right away from you.” With that he boldly walked out of the tent and within minutes had gathered what was left of the Elvin army. “My fellow fighters of Righteousness, your Queen has been kidnapped by Emeraldeyes. The Clerics believe through divine prayer that Elisa is in the hands of Messianica.” The Elves became angry and demanded justice. Keldorn held up his hands. “Please listen, we shall free her tomorrow that I swear or die trying” Many of the Elves gave a cheer. “Yet know that the town of Daggerfalls will not be repeated! I have decided to destroy the city and every last fanatic in it. The cancer of Messianica shall be wipe from the face of the Realm” More cheers went out. The next day a few miles from the city of Hillsfar/Redemption city. The Army of Light could just barely see the enemy walls Spies scurried about, checking the land for the best way to march on the city. Keldorn turned to Leetah and Reginald. “I have just been given a report form are scouts that the Dead Magic zone is just ahead. The wizards are baffled at this and have no answers. I have told them to make acid and fire potion and use them on the enemy. He turns to the brave angel Leetah and with some concern, yet hope as well, gives her an order. “The good news is that Cleric prayers seem to work, so we shall move the Clerics up closer to the front line formation; of the RadiantHeart and Tiger troops.” He shed a tear as he spoke to Leetah. “I am sorry to do this but you must prepare all the Clerics for Divine Battle Spells.” He listen to Leetah and after a few more words with her, Keldorn walked over to Reginald. “Before we can storm the walls of Hillsfar we shall and must weaken them with War Machines. Tell the Gnomes to get them ready by sundown and” Keldorn hesitated then spoke. “Tell the Gnomish engineers don’t worry about safety just get the Catapults and other siege equipment ready” He then smiled at Reginald said once more about the Plan. “For your plan shall be tested late tonight. Depending what Messianica throws at us. For she must know by now we are near.”
aravilar_holistacia 03-19-04, 01:12 AM	"...Aravilar has run amuck with his lust for woman once..." Aravilar sighed and scathingly replied to Keldorn, "Please Keldorn, if you are going to talk about me, do it without my name. Name Attunement, remember? In any case, you must be a terrible knight indeed if you do not understand wanting to be by the side of your commander as she wastes away. And if you wish to keep your position as Army Commander I suggest you tend to your army and not talk about me behind my back." The mage sighed again and snapped his fingers, severing the sending spell he had cast. "Khaira.... Even if the stars fell like rain... Even if tomorrow never came... Even if the world I know should crumble, nothing's going to stand in my way... Even if the sun left the sky, and even if these tears never dry... Even if the mountains fall and tumble... If what's left of me is taken I will not be shaken. "I will not leave your side until you wake... and I will not move from this seat until you arise anew..." ((OOC: With many, many thanks to Daleah :D:D:D:D:D))
Drindin 03-19-04, 01:58 AM	Reginald nodded to Keldorn as he shook his hand. "I once more thank you for this honor." Reginald sighed. "While you fight a holy war, I stand here fighting to avenge an old friend-of-a-friend, Agudo. He has been done a great evil, and I will stand by his side. Just as I stood by the side of Elvina, a woman I barely knew, yet rescued just the same." Reginald sighed. "People are going to die tonight, Leetah. I suggest you start getting your healers ready now. Because not just one, not just two or three people will be hurt. Hundreds... maybe even thousands. It will be a scale never before seen... this will truly be a clash of swords. But let us hope that tommorow night will not be remembered as a joyus night, but a night of sorrow, and hope that it shall never before occur again at such a scale. "Where small battles can be glorius with few hurt or wounded, such a clash as this is not a glorius battle, but a blood bath." Reginald sighed, and motioned to his horn blower. "As soon as the sun rests beyond the horizon, and as soon as the city is within our sights, let out such a blast that will strike terror into their hearts! Let out such a blast so that they will REMEMBER THE TIGER!"
sculyblast 03-19-04, 03:02 AM	Nienses Nienses just ignored Kheldar begining about Mytus his "name". she knew it was a rogues nature to investigate, she just had to report to Breadner first before she spoke to Mytus again, in that way Kheldar could not screw thing for her up, how pittyfull it was that she just could not tell Kheldar what she knew. the reached the end of the forest and the city of hillsfar, as well as the penelouses of hillsfar, was good visable, Nienses took Kheldar's hand. "You may not see it but this field had quite his metamorph, it took us great work to craft everything that lies beneath. we should not walk straight to the city, no saying what you might trigger. let's walk to the east site of the city. and walk bakc to the main gates, it is a fine weater anyway." nienses smiled to Kheldar, who might have guessed she was rather taking time before entering hillsfar then worrying about traps
kulideb 03-19-04, 03:30 AM	It was quite a nice walk..if one ignored the fact that there was a war going on. The elf was still worried about Branth, ever since that knock to his head he just hadnt seemed himself some how. "There is usually a crowd at the gates, and now the war has become bloody I expect there will be a lot of refuges, so hopefully it shouldnt be to hard for us to sneak in."
Lady_Astrianna 03-19-04, 10:08 AM	(Aerie? Lucky? Did they dissapear into the sands of time?)
Gene_Kynes 03-19-04, 11:14 AM	Gene smiled...and simply offered her the pseudo-existant rose, before murmuring: "...a dance, indeed. Farewell, Khaira." And with that...he 'jumped back to the bloody marble, rubbing his sore fist gently. But he wasted no time...he went straight for the stables, and later...his room. Very fine chainmail armor that Gene donned only when he felt that he couldn't watch his entire back at once...when many blades were going to be in one place. His blade slipped back into his rope "scabbard"...and he borrowed a steed from Hillsfar's stables, a mixed-breed he chose for it's appearent speed. ...time doesn't matter, my own life doesn't matter...just life itself matters. Gods...one'd expect a paladin to be doing this! Crossing his arms...leaving the steed at the stable, Gene wanders around Hillsfar....deep in thought. Very deep in thought, only barely evading solid objects and people. (( Heh. what're his chances of stumbling into either Kheldar or Kulideb? :P))
Branth 03-19-04, 03:32 PM	Branth raps his tail around her neck lightly as they walk, getting himself very comfortable on her shoulder. o O(Hopefully it easy. But question why you have dragon yes? Oh I answer, tell I am your "PET". Say I exotic, or something. I just be loyal companion!) Branth looks at her with he's mutli-colored eyes. Blue's and yellows seem to be the domanat colors, but there is a undertone of red seen there. o O( A pet huh? Well for once your using your brain. Why can't you just fly in yourself and scout around? Or better yet home in on Kheldar again! We can still feel him, he's very near. Let's get after him!!!! )
Khaira 03-19-04, 04:46 PM	She takes the rose ...so unique, and full of life, in its own way...she holds it then, admiring its beauty. It was dark and she would keep it with her forever...no, for the rest of her days. She would let the rose remind her of their conversation here. They were not so different, Gene and her...both of them were so enclosed in the shadows. "Fare thee well, Gene. Until we meet again..." And then Gene was gone again, from this Plane of Shadow. It was rather beautiful here , now that she had the time to look Beautiful, in its own way...She saw the light, then, down below. Life was waiting for her down there. There was still so much to do. She had a life to live, dammit! Then, just like that, she was floating down to her body. Down to the school, down to war, down to life. The music called to her, echoed around and throughout her soul ... she had to share it, to show the beauty of it. She was so caught up in her thoughts, she didn't notice she had picked up speed. She was rocketing towards the earth at alarming speeds! There it was her body. There, Aravilar and Lady Hoot and there.... My. That was fast. I should have slowed down ... so sore, so much pain. My eyes ... they hurt so. After some time, the bard's eyes opened. There was Aravilar, Lady Hoot, and the school. She had made it. Softly, in a hoarse voice, a voice so weak, she spoke to the mage. "Aravilar ... about that war... it must end. How many lives shall be destroyed, how many wives must attend the funerals of their husbands, and the children of their fathers, before your thirst for the blood and this war to be slaked? It is so evil, Aravilar, so very evil ... Do you think you are so much better than this Messianica? How many deaths have you caused, Aravilar? Life ... it is too short to be wasted on such petty battles and wars. It is all too stupid. How many more must die...?" It was only then that he noticed the crease of worry embedded upon her face. But...no elf got wrinkles. They were immune to aging, they lived for so long. Something was different though, something so different...her soul read differently. The passion burned brighter now, with the limited time she had. The passion burned brighter as she smiled to him. A weak smile, but it was a smile none-the-less. "Go rest, Aravilar ... I shall survive. I am here now, and there is so much to say but I cannot let you continue like this. Go, Aravilar ... go rest, eat something. Do not kill yourself over me."
aravilar_holistacia 03-19-04, 06:17 PM	But just as Aravilar's eyes beheld the bard, awake, he smiled..................... and prompty fell into a magic-induced trance. Aravilar had been drawing on his Chosen powers, not needing to rest or eat or drink or sleep... but after such prolonged use, he simply fell asleep.... and dreamed.
Khaira 03-19-04, 07:32 PM	Asleep already...*sigh* He probably didn't have a chance to hear a single word that I had said. I'll have to tell him when he awakens...I don't look forward to that. He's going to be mad; even indignant. I'm so sure. And this whole love thing; if he already loves Kulideb, why does he betray her memory, for me? Dammit! Why'd he put me in this situation! There's nothing I can do... Run. Run away. Run far away and never look back. Forget him. Forget all of them. Run. No. I will not. I cannot. I ran once, and look at what that did to me. No, I shall stand and face this ... life is too short to continue running. I must live now, or die tommorrow. She was so tired; how long had she been up now? It felt like forever that she had slept. There was Savael ... the accusations by all of *them* ... there was Gene ... Savael, knocking her out. At least she still had her ... harp? She looked around. Her harp!? Where was it? It was gone! Where was it? She hoped the Lady Hoot was keeping it safe ... the harp was her life. Her soul. She could not stay awake now ... she needed sleep, now. She would resolve those matters when she awoke. When she awoke...
Messianica the Savior 03-20-04, 01:25 AM	http://nwn.unforgottenrealms.net/downloads/portraits/lyn05_lg.jpg Messianica walked around the celebration, it seem like half the city hade come out. “Now all we needed was Savael the hero of the moment” She laughed with the others near her as the Bards and Acrobatics began. “Elisa my sister I have heard form are watchtowers that the enemy is at hand. Sadly Aravilar has run away, yet Firecam it seems is all that holds the silly army of light together.” She applauded as the sword dancers finished their show. “I must say though the enemy wizards are falling apart as planed. Maybe that’s why Aravilar has left? To afraid to fight without magic.” Messianica then whispered into the ear of a follower, to send out her surprise for the army of light. Then closing her eyes she called too Kheldar and after a moment saw through his eyes. *Kheldar come to me I need you and bring Kulideb! I must see her here and now.” She broke contact and giggled with delight. “He has Agudo soul and soon he shall be mine” Outside the city of Redemption, Messianica surprise moved out in large numbers. Ten of thousands marched from the city to the army of light. They were Nishruu and Hakeshar they lived to eat magic like Vampires to blood. In this case these were ten feet tall each and in large numbers; all magic became a void around them, like a giant black hole.
Elvin Queen 03-20-04, 01:35 AM	Elisa hugged Messianica and agreed with great anticipation. “Don’t worry about Arvilar he shall come to the aid of Keldorn and the others” When Messianica asked how did she know, Elisa gave a sly look. “Because of two reasons. One is I was there when he shared his power in the Army of Lights War Room” She looked up to the sky and over exaggerated her voice. “Aravilar your name has been spoken! You know I Elisa your Queen is here in the city of Redemption. Many Elves have died because of me. Yet you hide from us like a Drow in the darkness” Elisa then laughed and turned to Messianica. “The second reason why I know Aravilar will come is his one true weakness that being love”
aravilar_holistacia 03-20-04, 01:35 AM	.
Elvin Queen 03-20-04, 01:40 AM	ooc what good timeing on my part! We posted at the same time Aravilar and with the same idea on your name! See above your post;)
aravilar_holistacia 03-20-04, 01:40 AM	"Arvilar he shall come to the aid of Keldorn..." "...Aravilar your name has been spoken! You know I Elisa..." "...Aravilar will come is his one true weakness that being love." Aravilar merely said, "You are a twisted, fallen Queen of the Seldarine, Elisa, as bad as the Illithyr of old. I speak no words to a Drow." The sending spells Aravilar sent to Elisa and Messianica were spirited on the silver wings of Mystra herself. No barrier could stop them.
Elvin Queen 03-20-04, 01:41 AM	ooc wow this is getting fun :D ;) :D
aravilar_holistacia 03-20-04, 01:49 AM	Originally posted by Elvin Queen ooc wow this is getting fun :D ;) :D OOC: I'm not really having any fun :weep: :( It's hard to RP this way.
Elvin Queen 03-20-04, 02:01 AM	Aravilar You are a twisted, fallen Queen of the Seldarine, Elisa, as bad as the Illithyr of old. I speak no words to a Drow When Elisa told Messianca about Aravilar words she gave a bright smile. "Yes my sister we shall have what we have been praying for. Freedom from all wizards!" They drank from a wine cup in a grand toast at the thought.
Gene_Kynes 03-20-04, 02:35 AM	Gene stuck to the shadows of Hillsfar...he saw the Army of the Light. He had to stop them...but...ho- Hullo, Genie! Umbra. F'got 'bout me, didja? Eh well...tae be expected, aye? Either way, y'know how it goes...one of us goes one way...the other the other, right? Of course. ...By the way...strange message, from your shadow buddies. I...personally...can't understand it...but...eh. What is it? Yearning eternity plane afternoon yellow_darkness eversoft arson regret_overflowing_overwhelming dry emerald vicarious opponents ultimate termination_ yet extravagant martyr aggression youth partially allowed yarn today other ...The worlds burned in his mind's eye...before it soon unravelled itself...a few words revealing a strange pattern...within a pattern. He both loved the challenge that scrambled shadow-messages offered...but hated the complication. Within a minute...the message is understood...and Gene heads off to follow the Arcanely-Vampiric strike force, while Gene slips over to Messi. (( OOC: I've learned a lil'bout Cryptography...and out of curiousity, do any of you think you can crack the code? Not very hard...it's not a number-based one. :P. Also...it's gonna be quite confusing, when I don't distinguish which Gene is the real one. But...eh. You guys can make do, right? Right. ))
Kheldar Devaentar 03-20-04, 03:49 AM	((OoC Note: Aravilar, please keep in mind we don't meta game so our characters don't necessarily know about his "NAME ATTUNEMENT!" Besides, why would Aravilar want his enemies to know about his name attunement? That's like the Allies screaming to the Axis: WHEN WILL YOU FOOLISH PEOPLE LEARN WE'RE INTERCEPTING YOUR MESSAGES?!?!? ;) . . . And I don't understand why RP'ing has to be hard. . . It's supposed to be fun! :))) http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif Kheldar frowned as Nienses suggested to move all the way to the back gate. "Well, I really want to get to Messianica quickly so I can get this soul-thing off my chest. . . But I suppose I've waited this long. . . A little while longer shouldn't make that much difference." Nienses seemed grateful, and for that Khedlar smiled. It looked like the poor girl could use all the cheer she could get. "It is a nice day outside isn't it? I-*" Kheldar come to me, I need you and bring Kulideb! Kheldar's face went completely blank, if Nienses talked to him, he didn't seem to notice. Instead the rogue dug into his cloak and pulled out some brown fur. Bloodhound's fur. He closed his eyes and began gesturing his arms while muttering something in a foreign language. . . Continuing his arm movements, he began to slowly turn to the left, and continued to turn until he had almost turned completely around and faced the city of Hillsfar. The fur in Kheldar's hand suddenly ignited and his eyes shot open. "She's on the other side of town. . ." Khedlar's voice wasn't at all the friendly tone it had been before. . . he seemed to be talking to himself more than anyone else. "Ring hide me!!" And with that he vanished from sight. Leaving Nienses to stand in front of Hillsfar, all by herself. . . * * * Kulideb heard a familiar voice from behind her. . . Only much more aggressive than she had ever heard before. "You wont need to 'sneak in' - you'll have an escort! . . Ring reveal me!" A dagger flickered into view just inches away from Kulideb's neck. Kheldar had placed himself in the classic assassin position, behind the victim with a dagger to her throat. . . just as Kulideb had once done to him. "You're coming with me to Hillsfar. Any sudden movements or tricks and you're dead. . . This rule goes double for your pet insect dragon!" Kheldar stared into Branth's eyes. Even when they were fighting before, Branth hadn't seen what was in Kheldar's eyes now. . . The haunting look of death. "You're both miles away from any help, remember that. And don't try to do anything stupid or I'll know. . . Now lets go! Kulideb, you walk in front. Dragon, stay on her shoulders! Both of you keep looking forward, don't speak a word, and keep your hands where I can see them!" Kheldar took his dagger away from Kulideb's throat. And waited for the two of them to comply. He'd march them both right to Messianica! ((I hope what I've done to Kheldar is alright? If not let me know and I'll change it! . . Sorry for being a jerk - please keep in mind I'm only roleplaying.)) Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
Leetah 03-20-04, 03:57 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongleetah.gif Keldorn turned to Leetah and Reginald. “I have just been given a report form are scouts that the Dead Magic zone is just ahead. The wizards are baffled at this and have no answers. I have told them to make acid and fire potion and use them on the enemy. He turns to the brave angel Leetah and with some concern, yet hope as well, gives her an order. “The good news is that Cleric prayers seem to work, so we shall move the Clerics up closer to the front line formation; of the RadiantHeart and Tiger troops.” Leetah's eyes widened as the cold embrace of fear constricted around her heart. She had already been scared enough about leading the Clerics in the first place, but at the front lines!? He shed a tear as he spoke to Leetah. “I am sorry to do this but you must prepare all the Clerics for Divine Battle Spells.” "What!?" The priestess' question took the form of a shrill cry. Horror had pierced straight through the girl's heart now and it was clearly written all over her face. She couldn't command the Clerics to kill it battle!!! She just couldn't! "NO! Mr Firecam!!! I. . .I can't. . ." Leetah's heart felt ready to erupt. She could feel it crash against her ribcage! "I won't!!! No. Even if I could. . .but. . ." The priestess placed a hand to her chest. Even breathing had become a chore now. Fear had utterly taken hold of the girl. Closing her eyes, Leetah gasped the remainder of her sentence. "I can't. . .no. . .no it's too late. . .the spells have already been prepared. It's impossible to change them now." Leetah paused, then placed both her hands to her eyes. Fear had suddenly been replaced with shame. "I'm sorry Sir. I'm not trying to make up excuses. Clerics pray for their spells at dawn. It's impossible for us to change our spells until the next dawn comes. . ." Leetah let out a sniffle. She was obviously disappointed with herself. She had let the commander down before the battle had even began! Leetah's morale was shook. ". . .I. . .I didn't want to order the Clerics to hurt anybody, so all I had them prepare were protection spells and enchantments used to strengthen our troops. I didn't prepare any offensive magic." Leetah wiped away her tears. So much for staying strong. . . "The only offensive magic we have is restricted to our few domain spells. And even those we're only allowed to cast once. . ." Just then, Leetah overheard something Reginald said. Something about "avenging an old friend-of-a-friend" and "Agudo." Slowly removing her hands from her eyelids, Leetah stared at the leader of the Tiger Knights. Her gaze was a complex mix of lingering sorrow and newly born confusion. "What did you say Mr Reginald? What's the matter with Mr Agudo?" Artwork copyright © 2003, Christopher C. Quigley
sculyblast 03-20-04, 04:06 AM	Nienses at one moment she was just walking, with kheldar to the walls of Hillsfar, While the second moment Kheldar started to take some kind of fur out of his cloack and started to speak a forgein laguage, said something strange and then disappeared. Nienses was confused, but of one thing she was sure, Kheldar was not a servant of Mytus, but why would he leave her? why? She Called for him, She Screamed for him: "Kheldar! Kheldar, Where are you !!?" but she did not get a answer defeatedly she fell on her knees what was she going to do
Branth 03-20-04, 08:08 AM	Branth hardly blinked an eye when Kheldar appeared. In fact, Branth didn't seem the least bit agressive, he welcomed Kheldar wit a chirp of delight! o O(Tp both> I no fight. I glad see you! Ok let's go meet lady!) Something was odd about Branth's behavior, but one thing is for sure he was HONESTLY glad to see Kheldar. o O(Tp Kulideb> Good, now we no have to find. We go and keep eye on him! Find where he put's it and then take it!) In fact Branth slowly unwinds his tail from Kulideb's neck, walks across Kheldar's arm, and curls his tail lightly on Kheldar before laying his head down and falling fast Asleep! o O(Tp Both> Kuli make good rest spot, but Khel more comfy! I sleep here, I be good!) Meanwhile in his head...... o O( WHAT ARE YOU DOING! ARE YOU MAD? WHY AREN'T YOU GETTING THE DAGER BACK? WHY ARE YOU PLAYING PET TO THIS CRAZY MAN? I no figth anymore. To tired. Shut up Old man! I know what I doing. No get dager from him, get from LADY! WHAT! YOUR CRAZY YOU KNOW THAT? HOW ARE YOU GOING TO GET IT FROM HER???? ) Branth promtly ignores that annoying voice in his head. Sometimes it's just filled with to much.... HOT AIR! ((OOC: I can change it if you want me to Kheldar, but the thought of Kheldar's face when Branth crawled onto him and fell asleep was just to much to pass up! :smirk: I couldn't resist!!!! :angel: ))
Drindin 03-20-04, 11:14 AM	Originally posted by Leetah Just then, Leetah overheard something Reginald said. Something about "avenging an old friend-of-a-friend" and "Agudo." Slowly removing her hands from her eyelids, Leetah stared at the leader of the Tiger Knights. Her gaze was a complex mix of lingering sorrow and newly born confusion. "What did you say Mr Reginald? What's the matter with Mr Agudo?" Artwork copyright © 2003, Christopher C. Quigley Reginald sighed. "I can't say I honestly know... but I do know that something is wrong. Something is terribly wrong... something evil has been done, and it was directed at him." "It's... a sort of empathy thing. It's like me with my soilders. I always know when one of them has fallen, and I always know which one it was." "But yes... an evil was done to Agudo. As to what kind of evil... we will only know when we find out, won't we?"
Finwe 03-20-04, 12:04 PM	Completing his reveire, Finwe walks across teh battlefield to where the collossus, animated by the permanently transpormed bladesinger, was standing, seemingl inanimate. He begins once more to chant in a strange unknown language. He chants for several minutes, before the Golem dissapears and a burst of sand issues from the space it once occupied. Finwe bends down, and scoopps up some of the dust, putting it into his belt. Taking his staff in hand, he shouts the command word and apears right inside the command tent.
Drindin 03-20-04, 12:11 PM	Reginald was first to react. His hand shot to his side and whiped out his longsword, and swung it towards Finwe's neck, stopping not a millimeter away from it. "Give me one reason why I shouldn't Kill you as a spie right now?" He growls, his voice practically taking on the tone of his tigers.
aravilar_holistacia 03-20-04, 02:28 PM	Aravilar brushed his fingers through the bard's hair as she slept... and he pondered her words. "Khaira... I cannot just stop my fight... I cannot end the battle I am involved in. If you truly love me, you must understand," Aravilar said slowly, a ball of magical light in his other hand. As Aravilar spoke, the energy ball changed colors as it recorded his voice. "There are people I must fight for... and save. I'm not letting my s--" But Aravilar didn't say the words, because he knew what he would get himself into if he did. Gods, even Agudo hadn't known... "Perhaps she and I are not so different; perhaps there are things I could say that she would understand; perhaps I can find a way to solve this war... But I will not solve it here, waiting at this School... I will solve it on the field of battle, coming to the aid of my friends and... family, even. I won't be able to save those I care about by sitting in this chair. "I can't fight for you when I am tied down here... watching over you. I can't protect you here. And I can't do anything to save you when I am here at the school. "So... I go on to battle now. I go back to the place I belong... and I don't want you to despair. Please... if you feel lonely or depressed... I will be there. Say my name, and I'll be there. "And if you are ever in trouble, you are ever in need of me... if you are ever lost and only know one place to go..." Aravilar touched the energy ball to a small diamond... and the diamond flashed and turned a bright blue... and Aravilar placed the diamond in a necklace... and the mage placed the necklace around the bard's neck. "The diamond will bring you to a safe place, Khaira. And I'll be there. Wherever you call me... I'll be there." The mage's eyes were bright with fiery tears as he got up from his kneeling position at Khaira's bedside, and as he turned to leave, a burning tear rolled down his cheek. "Khaira... Zollex needs me. Finwe needs me. Keldorn, and Leetah, and.... Kulideb. But if you ever need me... I'll be there." With a flash of his cloak, the mage was gone. Bright blue radiance shined forth from the necklace... and the energy ball waited to deliver its message.
sculyblast 03-20-04, 02:57 PM	Senis Senis was Furious, instead of getting his plan well done, he know had to work twice as hard to get the same effect out of it he hated them! He hated them all, First of all he hated Mytus, then he hated that fool of a Breadner, The annoying Halfling and the Girl that could just vanish like that, The “Queen” of The city. Then he hated all the folks in the city. If he would return from the battle alive… Ow if He would return from the battle alive he would show them who they were messing with, but first to get back what Mytus promised him! This Battle was to be fought properly! He would return! He would show them hate at the edge of his sword, he needed to sharpen his sword. Prepare his armour and make sure every move he ever learned was refreshed. He started Sharping his weapons and Retraining himself. This battle would Be long from easy
sculyblast 03-20-04, 03:17 PM	((OoC: note that Lampey is sitting a site of Messianica and the Queen as well.)) Mytus (aka Helator) Mytus Went To Breadner Who was still standing near the Centre of Hillsfar. ”Breadner, My friend, it is time to get you precious information.” The Walked to the place Where Messianica and the Queen where Sitting (and Lampey as well). And they ate something. Then Mytus started with some easy starting lines ”It is a nice Feast indeed, when are we going to hear some of the returning soldiers?” When he got his answer on that question, he stayed a while in discussion about Things of which he could not care less about. And then He came up with the Question that was on his tongue during the whole conversation. ”Eliza, Queen of Elvin kind, what kind of war plans where told to you by the Elven Archmages serving in the army of light. Since Breadner here really needs the answers to prepare his plans on. His plans seem rather ‘incomplete’.” ((OoC: No I am not metagaming! Kulideb told me few pages ago)) He awaited The reply of the queen, although this was of more need for Breadner then for himself
Kheldar Devaentar 03-20-04, 04:30 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif When Branth turned around to look at Kheldar he noticed the rogue's eyes narrow. It looked like he was painting a target somewhere. When Branth stepped on Kheldar's shoulder he could see the rogue pull out a new dagger. It shone dully in the bright sun light and dripped with blue liquid. His other hand was kept hidden behind his cloak. "Back on her shoulder dragon!" Just as Kheldar said it he could feel a strange surge run through his body. He no longer felt the augmentations of his equipment. . . They had just passed into the anti-magic field. . . Hillsfar wasn't far at all now. "Hurry up!" It had been meant for both Branth and Kulideb. Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
Branth 03-20-04, 04:36 PM	Branth huffs slightly and jumps down off Kheldar's shoulder. Walking towards Kulideb's leg to climb up he says o O(tp both> I just trying be comfortable.....Sheesh!) But before he can make it to Kulideb's legs to get up a group of Refuges appear, making him Disappear into the large crowd! He quickly heads himself under a refuges cart, clinging to the underside..... o O(Tp Kulideb> No worry, I still follow. At distance......) There he stays till the cart is well within the city of Hillsfar.....
Finwe 03-20-04, 04:53 PM	Originally posted by Drindin Reginald was first to react. His hand shot to his side and whiped out his longsword, and swung it towards Finwe's neck, stopping not a millimeter away from it. "Give me one reason why I shouldn't Kill you as a spie right now?" He growls, his voice practically taking on the tone of his tigers. Finwe responds calmly to Reginald's accusation of espionage; "Well, if being next to Keldorn in the Chain of cammand does not grant one the ability to be present within the place where our strategies are planned, then how exactly were you allowed in here? Secondly, if you were to try to touch me with that blade, the pain would be searing enough that you would not have to wrry about your sanity for a very long time." Turning to Keldorn, Finwe inquires, "I trust that Aravilar, in turmoil over Khaira right now, has left you in command, Keldorn?"
kulideb 03-20-04, 04:59 PM	The elf had been speachless at Kheldars apperance at first, and he had used the dagger at the back of the neck trick! good job they wanted to get into the city any way..although it would have been better with out the armed gaurd. She was glad when Branth was able to disapear into the crowds of refuges, ( To Branth -good idea!) "You arn't mad at me cause I ate all the pancakes?" The elf said with a smile at the rouge, she felt a change in the air, must be some thing to do with the anitmagic shield, she thought to her self. She peeped at Kheldar, he seemed diffrent...harder, she much prefered the Kheldar she knew in waterdeep than this one, looking at him now she could easily see him killing ...no, murdering Agudo.
Kheldar Devaentar 03-20-04, 05:28 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif Kheldar silently watched as Branth made his quick get-away. His orders didn't concern that one. . . "You there." Kheldar pointed at one of the towns folks. "I want three dozen crossbow bolts from the best fletcher in town. . ." Kheldar tossed the woman his crossbow. She caught it, although not too swiftly. "Make sure they're the right size, I'll be with Messianica. . . Don't make me wait too long!" The woman's eyes lit up at the sound of "Messianica" and she scurried off. Kheldar turned to Kulideb and continued to walk deeper into Hillsfar. "Your friend can be target practice for me later. . ." * * * Eventually Kheldar and Kulideb found Messianica amidst the many celebrating townsfolk. She was with somebody new, Kheldar didn't know what to think about that. . . He had never much liked the idea of Messianica spending time with unfamiliar faces. "Messianica, here's Kulideb just liked you ordered. When you're finished with her I'd like to talk to you in. . . private." Kheldar scratched his head. Everywhere around him there was happy people. . . and Messianica. . . He blinked. "Oh hiya sis! Glad to see your still in once piece. . . Who's your new friend?" Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
Savael 03-20-04, 06:14 PM	Savael slowly made his way through the crowded streets and plazas of Hillsfar. It looked like the entire city was out here tonight, gathered in celebration... There wouldn’t be much to celebrate for in a few days though. The Army of Light would continue to march onwards, with Hillsfar as their target... A tiny knot of uncertainty lingered for a moment within his chest. The Army of Light was strong... but they would not stand much a chance against the armed forces of Hillsfar. At least not without their incessant spell-casters backing them up! No such luck, no such luck at all. Just then a few revellers to his immediate right parted long enough to reveal the target of his search. Amidst the throngs of townsfolk the lithe, familiar figure of Messianica appeared before him. He sighed a sigh of relief and pushed his way past the last of the commoners. She was in conversation with someone at the moment, that shady character she had hired to deal with Agudo... Kheldar... wasn’t that what he’d called himself? Another person stood by Messianicas side, a unfamiliar face as far as Savael was concerned... Hadn’t she managed to conjure up some manner of proper bodyguards by now? He supposed he would have to see to that as well, when he could spare the time for it, now however was not a good time. “Greetings, my lady” Savael said, with his gaze once more nailed to the cobbles “how are we this evening?” It was a somewhat senseless question, to be true. But he could think of little else to say at the moment... Situations like this always seemed to rob him of his tongue, albeit temporarily.
Drindin 03-20-04, 09:26 PM	Reginald lowered his blade, and turned to Keldorn as Finwe reffered to him, and quirked a brow, turning back. "Hmm... What's your name and rank then? I, myself, am Reginald, Sub-Commander and General of the Army of Light, and High Commander and re-Founder of the Knights of the Tiger." Reginald motioned outside. "I have with me a small Honour Gaurd consisting of five of our best cavalry. They wait outside with our mounts. Seeing as you entered by magical means, you probably missed the massive tigers that wait outdoors, each of them with a rider tending them, aside from my own, whom waits patiently for my return. "The battle plan has been set already, as well. We march at night upon the city, waiting for cover of darkness. We have been placed with an interesting predicament, however... a dead-magic zone and no clerics." He began to refer to the whole tent once more. "However, I do believe that clerics will not be needed for anything more than healing and defensive magics." "A Cavalry charge is what I'm suggesting we do... and archers as back up. Get them to launch some flaming arrows towards Savior City's army. Even if we miss, the land around them will burn, and scatter the army. I know the effectiveness of fire against even the best trained knights... oh, do I EVER! I was the only survivor of the fire that destroyed the original tiger knights in our march against a council of evil dragons!"
Finwe 03-20-04, 10:19 PM	"I am Finwe. I used to be a formation commander. However, due to the lack of command that we have right now, it seems that Keldorn was left in charge and thus I am second in command, until Aravilar or Khaira decide to return. Before Aravilar started to chase after his many loves today, he and I were scouting out around Hillsfar. For once my wings came truly in handy. To wreak havoc within the city, I have a very powerful tool. You saw the metal which smashed the enemy linesto peices, correct? That very giant is right now stored inside of my pocket. Well, he is technically at the end of time right now, but this sand that I have in my had right here will bring him back to wherever it is sprinkled. I could take several people with me, but they would need to have a means of flaoting down non magically. I do not know weather or not magic will work within the city itself, and so we must take precautions. The collosus is self animated, so it will function within the field. I will attempt to get to and find Messanacia, (SP?) and possibly capture her. Only time can tell what will happen next."
aravilar_holistacia 03-20-04, 10:39 PM	And Aravilar reappeared. But this time, he seemed different. He seemed a bit more... purposeful? "When I left I thought you were already assaulting the city, Finwe. Why aren't you attacking?" Then Aravilar looked around the command tent he had appeared in. "You there, lieutenant," Aravilar said, looking to Reginald. "Where is Keldorn? Answer me, Lieutenant!" Aravilar raised an eyebrow. "Keldorn can remain in command of the Army. I am returned to deal with a more... familial issue." He turned to Finwe. "Finwe, mi amice, te revidere optimus est. Quis est ille?" Aravilar gestured with his head to Reginald.
Finwe 03-20-04, 10:56 PM	To Aravailr's inquirey about Reginald, Finwe replies, "duci illum Keldron feicit." "To assult the city alone, while their antimagic barrier is still up would have been suicide withouth the help of the collosus. If what I have seen is indeed correct however, then we could simply surround the entire city and slowly destroy parts of it. Because they have no magic, their healing and supplies would depleat far faster than normal, and they would be forced to surrender."
Drindin 03-20-04, 11:04 PM	First, Reginald motioned to Keldorn, who was right there in the tent. Next, he said "it's sub-commander, sir, not left-tennant." Reginald observed them speaking in elven, and heard his name mentioned. "IF YOU DON'T MIND, Sirs, when you use my name, use it in a context I can understand! It isn't very kind of you to be talking about me in some language I can't understand, nor is it curteous, especially to a person that's helping you assault this city!" Reginald seems rather angered at the speaking in elven about him. Elves, so haughty and stuck up with themselves, thinking they're above everybody else! All except for Elvina... even Myranthor was more polite than these two! Then, Reginald listened to her idea. "No... Keldorn doesn't want them to surrender." He then motioned to Keldorn. "Commander, sir, you can tell the Sir what your plan is."
Finwe 03-20-04, 11:10 PM	What Ma'am? Finwe and Aravilar are both males.... Also, its latin not elvish. :D And Finwe's not an elf...
Drindin 03-20-04, 11:15 PM	Originally posted by Finwe What Ma'am? Finwe and Aravilar are both males.... Also, its latin not elvish. :D And Finwe's not an elf... Meh, you act like one, there fore.. to reginald, you *are* an elf! He doesn't like people talking about him... especially in a language he doesn't know! He views it as sort of... stuck up and haughty. And even *I* don't actively actually make Reginald speak in gaelic. :P (but that has more to do with the fact I don't actually know gaelic...)
aravilar_holistacia 03-20-04, 11:26 PM	OOC: Drindin, Finwe is a guy. :P "I would love to hear your plan, Lord Keldorn." Aravilar sighed and took a seat. "I didn't mention your name, Commander. But on a lighter note, Finwe, ubi milites nostri sunt? Nonne superaverunt? Aut omnes necabuntur?" The mage paused before saying, "Dea Mystryl nos servavit... etian nunc nos servat. Fortasse vices nostri uti debemus." To Reginald, Aravilar said, "We speak in the language of the old magic texts because it used to be our Common, before the current gods were in existance. It is our native language. Perhaps through our speaking of it we may still preserve the culture of the past."
Drindin 03-20-04, 11:51 PM	Reginald grumbled. "Then, Sir, preserve your culture, but do it in a place where I don't have to constantly hear things I don't understand. It's like you're afraid to whisper to people when you don't want things heard, sir." "Understand, Sir, that you and Commander Finwe are the only two in this tent who speak that ancient language." "Now, permission to speak my mind, *sir*?"
aravilar_holistacia 03-21-04, 12:07 AM	"Go ahead, sub-commander," Aravilar said with a nod.
Drindin 03-21-04, 12:16 AM	"I'm not going to speak for Commander Keldorn, but I would love it if you didn't speak in that tounge while I'm around. It's a pet peeve of mine, but I hate not being able to understand what's being spoken, especially from my superiors. Truth be told, it's even worse when it comes from my superiors, because it's like a shillelagh blow to my pride, I feel that my superiors do not trust me, for whatever reason." "That's what was on mind... now, getting back to the battle plans... I don't think we should risk magic, at least not until the dead magic field is down. As I said, we should scatter their armies first... fire, bottles of acid, your collossus... anything to scatter the army. Once we have them begining to route, I would again suggest the cavalry charge against their remaining armies. It'll dampen their morale, and make them less likely to regroup. Not to mention my cavalry consists of people riding tigers!"
Leetah 03-21-04, 01:22 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongleetah.gif Leetah stood up and offered a shy bow to both Finwe and Aravialr as they materialized into the tent. Neither of them seemed to acknowledge her, but she could understand why. Both of them had come to speak with Keldorn, not her. Unfortunately, their coming to the tent had interrupted her questions about Agudo. What had happened to the archmage anyway? Was he sick? Why hadn't anyone told her? As soon as the battle at Hillsfar was over she'd have to go to his school and check on him. Maybe she'd be able to nurture him back to health. Leetah's concern grew. It's a good thing Mr Finwe and Mr Aravilar are here. I'm glad to see that the generals are all coming together to work on a battle plan. A shame Mr Reginald didn't know what was wrong with Agudo. I really hope the old mage is alright. . . Leetah sat quietly and listened to conversation among the four leaders. Hopefully they'd all be able to come up with a strategy they could agree on. Artwork copyright © 2003, Christopher C. Quigley
Good Knight 03-21-04, 03:02 AM	Keldorn put his hand on the shoulder of Reginald and gave him that look that said Wizards! “Ahh yes its good to see you all have returned. I have promoted Reginald and he is my second in command.” He gave a polite nod to Aravilar before continuing. "You have a duty to your men Aravilar! To Agudo! You cannot irresponsibly lay down your sword because a comrade has fallen, even if it's someone you hold dear to your heart like the brave Khaira! Our soldiers have lost their share of friends on the battlefield, and yet, they continue to fight! They look up to you Aravilar! Are you going to abandon them when they need you the most.” Keldorn then shook his heavy head “I am glad you have come back Aravilar, let us aim are anger towards the enemy” Just then Leetah caught his eye and he smiled warmly then sadly. “I am sorry Leetah I thought you knew. Agudo was killed by Kheldar the assassin. The body of Agudo is still alive but we cant bring his soul back. Its believed that Kheldar has done something with it. Now my lovely healer you don’t have to fight the enemy just have your people closer the front lines we shall do the rest. Firecam thought of the coming battle. “Soon I shall give the order to attack but first how goes the war machines Reginald?
Leetah 03-21-04, 04:05 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongleetahdread.gif ". . . . . . . ." Artwork copyright © 2003, Christopher C. Quigley
aravilar_holistacia 03-21-04, 05:04 AM	Originally posted by Leetah http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongleetahdread.gif ". . . . . . . ." Artwork copyright © 2003, Christopher C. Quigley OOC: By Mystryl, Leetah, I literally jumped when I saw that picture... I thought I was in one of the horror movies... *nervous laugh*
Messianica the Savior 03-21-04, 09:37 AM	http://nwn.unforgottenrealms.net/downloads/portraits/lyn05_lg.jpg Everyone had arrived, it was turning out to be a wonderful calibration after all. “Helator you’re a delight to have around, I am sure you and my sister Elisa can workout what was said at the meetings; in the command center of those cruel army of light latter. Enjoy the party even my hero Savael has arrived” She runs up to Savael and hugs him. “Everyone general Savael has returned! Vanquisher of evil bards!” Three cheers went up for Savael the band played louder and fireworks were shot into the sky. “Brother Savel you fought well with what we had, against those Mage-lings of death. But never fear! For that was not are final battle, even now I have sent out my most powerful army to wait for them; Nishruu and Hakeshar. As you know they feed on Magic of all kinds To deal with the enemy, when they make their pathetic charge on Redemption city.” She gave a slight sad look to her favorite general “Yet my brother if the army of light does charge the walls. I want you in command of the city defensives.” She then leaned over and kissed Savael on the cheek. “enjoy the party for soon we shall make are final stand.” After a few minutes of talk another of her guests came. Kheldar my brave slayer of dragons or more truthful Arch mages.” She tossed her long flowing reddish hair over shoulder, and gave a lushes smile. Then her new follower Kulideb came into view next to the crafty rogue. “Its so good of you to come and see me, I hope Kheldar wasn’t to harsh with you on my account?” Messianica gave a half nod to her right, and a sly look came over her. “You do recognize your old friend the Queen do you not? You know her don’t you Kulideb? Queen Elisa of the Elves!” As the recognition became clear in Kulideb’s face, Messianica could not help but giggle. “Its so nice to have a spy so high up in the army of lights command isn’t it?” It wasn’t really a question more like a jab at Kulideb being a spy herself. Ratted out by Elisa, who was there when Agudo sent Kulideb to check out Hillsfar. “Now Kulideb, you’re the bate that guaranties me that Aravilar will show up for my date with him. Yes that right, the love sick puppy Aravilar, will come and save his one of many girlfriends” Waiting for the army of light outside the city waiting in vastly large numbers were the Nishruu and Hakeshar. Hungry as ever and intent on seeking out all that was magical.
Drindin 03-21-04, 10:21 AM	Reginald thinks. "War machines should prove useful, aye, but we shouldn't lean to heavily on them, I think. "We should concentrate more on our archers, most definatley, and clerical buffers on our soilders. As I understand, you haven't used archers much, so it should come as a surprise to Messianica."
sculyblast 03-21-04, 10:58 AM	Breadner when Breadner heared about the war plans he got interested. "Miss! Thoses Light Dudes won't make it, I've been working on that one!!" Breadner spoke with proud "Yah will be s'prised what I've done!!" Breadner Explained The plays he made with Smile on his face ((Ooc: I Am not posting them here, that would ruin the fun. If anyone at the Side of messianica want a sort report on them, that what Pm if for)) something seemed cruel but since it where cruel soldiers themself it did not matter anyway. al breadner wanted to show was that he was a briliant Craftman and did a good job after he finished he he took some water to heal his voice, He would need it at the Battle, He would be commander, or that was only what he asumed
kulideb 03-21-04, 11:04 AM	The elf looked at the crowded town, so many people even though they had sided with Messianica the elf still didnt like the though of so much death. She gave a half hearted smile at Messianica. "My lady," she said with a slight bow of her head. She looked up to see the elven queen, was she a prisoner too? then she heard Messianicas words, her own queen had betrayed her! The elf felt cold and sick as Messianica told of her plan. "Why?" she asked softly to the once queen of the elves. She could feel anger build up inside of her and what did the lady mean by one of his girlfriends. "Khaira isnt his girlfriend! she is just a friend he is helping!" she couldnt help but say some thing! She looked at the group round the lady her arms folded across her chest. "Well a fitting group you all are! a murder, and betrayers." She stared with icy hatred at Khelar and Elisa.
sculyblast 03-21-04, 11:06 AM	mytus likes Disguises that make him unrecognisable :D [B]Mytus (aka Helator)[B] When Kheldar Entered the conversation that was going on Firstly he seemed interested But when Messianica Started to talk about her plan about tricking Aravilar, He could just kill her for Exclaming his NAME!! "My lady! That was not a smart act indeed... The story past my ears that The Elvish Archmage has got the magical ability to intercept any conversation in which his name was fallen. By Speaking his name He will have intercepted you plan. I doubt he will fall again for this plan." he paused a while and took a sip for his glass "I would recommand that we start using an other name for the Elvish Archmage." Mytus made some name proposels that did not seem to fit Aravilar, he waited for the others to come with a fitting name
Khaira 03-21-04, 12:24 PM	As she came awake, she noticed he was already gone. Gone to fight that damn war! Would he not listen to her? She couldn't live like this, with him. She would have to end it, then, if he continued to do this. She knew he could still hear her. She had to let him know. "Aravilar. You cannot do this. I can't live like this. Aravilar, I am not yours to love.I can't allow it to go on like this, Aravilar. I cannot love you. I will not love you. Aravilar ... go to Kulideb. Love her. Not me." She hoped that he had heard her. But now, she would have to practice on her harp. Her harp, where was it? Did Lady Hoot have it with her? She couldn't remember .... With that, she got up and began to roam the halls in search of Lady Hoot.
Gene_Kynes 03-21-04, 12:59 PM	Frowning...Gene crossed his arms, scanning the group near Messi for any sign of Kheldar...and finding the rogue. A smirk crossed Gene's feature...the smirk that once creeped his features when he found an enemy with his back turned, when he found a guard half-sleep on duty. The smirk that signalled a boon for him, and a loss for someone else. Gene was most certainly equipped to handle the rogue...not quite kill him, he knew assassins were as good at dodging death as they were at dealing it...but at least make him easier to hunt. He doubted it'd rise to combat, however. Walking quietly over to Kheldar, Gene murmurs in Thieve's Cant: "The woman's dark hand, I see...in the flesh, too. A pleasure." Gene knew the assassin saw him previously. He knew the man might smell something foul on the wind...so, naturally, the Shadovar prepared. No major changes...just seemingly cosmetic ones...Gene was wearing a dark green cloak over blackoiled mithral chain, sporting a series of scars along his brow and cheek...making Gene recognizable, but not at first glance.
aravilar_holistacia 03-21-04, 02:42 PM	Originally posted by Messianica the Savior "...Aravilar will show up for my date with him. Yes... Aravilar, will come and save his one of many girlfriends.” Originally posted by Khaira "Aravilar. You cannot do this. I can't live like this. Aravilar, I am not yours to love.I can't allow it to go on like this, Aravilar. I cannot love you. I will not love you. Aravilar ... go to Kulideb. Love her. Not me." Aravilar's head swam with jumbled words of two people at once... and all he heard was a low buzzing drone. Gods, who is talking about me now... "Finwe, I must speak with you. Now," Aravilar said, and he stood and walked out of the tent. Originally posted by sculyblast "The Elvish Archmage has got the magical ability to intercept any conversation..." Aravilar shook his head slowly as he looked off towards the city of Hillsfar, waiting for Finwe.
Finwe 03-21-04, 04:20 PM	Finwe walks briskly out of the tent and asks, "What troubles you, friend?"
Kheldar Devaentar 03-21-04, 04:24 PM	http://www.members.Shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif Kheldar shrugs. "Why don't we just call him Lilly? . . It's a code name I gave to a haughty Elven warrior I used to know. . . Well. . . Ok, it wasn't so much a code name as a name I used to annoy the hell out of him. . . But there are plenty of Lilly's in the world! Even if he found out the name, he'd go berserk trying to figure out who was talking about him, who was talking about another Lilly, and who's talking about a flower!" Kheldar smiled, it seemed like a good idea to him. . . But something curious was happening. . . A woman was approaching him with his crossbow and three small quivers of bolts. She handed it all to him, then happily darted back into the crowd to continue dancing and celebrating. Kheldar scratched his head, he didn't remember giving anyone his crossbow. . . Actually, now that he thought about it, he had. . . but the memory seemed hazy. . . There was something else about that hazy memory, he had asked for more bolts for a reason! "Savael, you command the city militia don't chya? There's a small draconic creature buzzing about. . . Could ya order your men to shoot it down? I'll keep an eye out for it too, but the more people we have targeting it, the better. . . And speaking of acquiring targets." Kheldar quickly spun around pointed his repeater crossbow straight at Gene's forehead, his other hand held his regular crossbow and seemed to be pointed somewhere else. "Any one know this guy? His speech alone suggests he's a spy." Kheldar looked at the spy's eyes, they seemed pretty calm considering his situation - that was a dead give-away. The rest of his face matched the character too. So the Wizard's lackey has come out. . . But why would he risk being recognized?!? "He work's for Agudo. . . Should I kill him?" Kheldar readied an action to fire his crossbow. He supposed he'd put it down if Messianica ordered him to. . . It was too bad he had to point one of his quarrels at a friend. Kulideb surely wouldn't understand it, her eyes stabbed at his side like icy daggers, but Gene would. Kheldar was just simply working for Messianica right now. . . and that meant the two of them were on opposite sides - nothing personal. Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
aravilar_holistacia 03-21-04, 04:29 PM	Originally posted by Finwe Finwe walks briskly out of the tent and asks, "What troubles you, friend?" "Illud locum quod res arcanae non habet. Poterimusne illos milites incantatoresque superesse? Etiam ego locum quod res arcanae non habet timeo." Aravilar sighed and looked out over the plains. "Will we be able to fight under those conditions? Mystyl hasn't been able to help us very much so far, and her powers are naught inside the Antimagic Field. She is a dead goddess... but Mystra can do something. Although from what I hear, Mystra created this barrier."
Finwe 03-21-04, 04:35 PM	Sighing, Finwe replies to his old friend. "Magic shall not be neccesary. You may not be the greatest of warriors, but you can outclass most mortals. I shall be within the city of hillsfar, trying to locate Messinacia. Perhaps a hundred tons of metal shall make her change a bit of her mind."
aravilar_holistacia 03-21-04, 04:40 PM	"I suppose you are correct. And I will go with you, for a time. I have a bit of unfinished business with a few people there... and a few people I must redeem." Aravilar laughed a bit. "Oh, what an interesting thing. Redemption of a few people in Redemption City. Kinda ironic, huh? I can't wait to see the look on her face when I show up there... Mother and Father would not be happy to hear of this."
Finwe 03-21-04, 04:51 PM	Walking back into the command tent, Finwe hands his staff to Keldorn; "This will be of no use to me once I enter the city of redemption. I grant it to you because you are now in command of the army of light, until Aravilar cares to come back from our travels. Its power is very great, and thus you should use it only in your darkest hour. Do not attemt to unlock it secrets, for it may be your undoing. To activate it, grasp it in two hands and shout, "Aspicete, noctem supero et luminam refero." Good luck, comrade." He then returns to Aravilar, and says "Well, shal we live now then?"
aravilar_holistacia 03-21-04, 05:02 PM	"I suppose we should, then. Lead the way, Fin." Aravilar readied for travel, tightening his sword belt and his moonblade, and putting on his traveling cloak. The black cloak vanished, and so did Aravilar. "Invisiblility, ya know? Well, it won't work inside the field, but for now..."
Finwe 03-21-04, 05:09 PM	Finwe cast an enlarge spell to make himself larger, then cast an invisibility spell. Picking up Aravilar, he beat his golden wings and took off into the sky, flying towards hillsfar. He gained as much atitude as possible, because when they entered the field Aravilar would become to heavy to fly with and they would have to glide to the ground. By nightfall the two were almost at the antimagic field, and very high up. "Hold on!" said Finwe, as he began the steep descent into the city...
aravilar_holistacia 03-21-04, 05:13 PM	And as Aravilar and Finwe landed softly on the ground, Aravilar's head erupted in a terrible headache. "My gods, this place is annoying... antimagic..." Aravilar grumbled. The mage looked around expectantly and said to Finwe, "Where shall we go first, Fin? I suggest we take a look around the taverns... perhaps we can find someone who knows more about the situation than we do."
Finwe 03-21-04, 05:19 PM	Realing form a great headachea s well, Finwe says in a terse manner"First we must disguise ourselves so that everybody doesn't say "hey look! two extremely powerful enemy archmages walked into the bar in an antimagic field!" Even epic spells would require far more power than either of us have together to cast in here/" Taking out from his backback several ragged garments which fit the general style of the region, and passing a set to Aravilar, Finwe steps into a dark corner and changes, carefull the slip the sands into one of his new pockets. Ther wasn't much he could do about his wings except to tell people the truth; he was half celestial. How they would react he did not know. His sword he buckled to his belt. "Hopefully they will think me a warrior and not a mage" he thinks...
aravilar_holistacia 03-21-04, 05:30 PM	Aravilar donned the garments and looked around shiftily. "Elves aren't normally found around here either... I certainly hope they don't try to cause any trouble. I'm not that bad with this blade..." Aravilar pulled the blade from its sheath, and it glowed a dull purple briefly. "Aww, dammit... The Artblade is being affected by the antimagic too... I would have thought a magic artifact wouldn't be as affected, but... Gods, dammit..."
Gene_Kynes 03-21-04, 06:12 PM	Gene laughs...Kheldar can swear he sees the Shadovar's eyes become midnight black, only specks of white...stars...visible here and there...as his crossbow acts strangely. (( Ahem. This is an attempt, and I'm merely typing if the attempt works. )) ...runes lazily run along the wood, fading symbols of crimson...however, they leave slight drops of crimson ichor behind...the runes becoming more and more common, until Kheldar's weapon and hand are soaked with some strange creature's blood. [Thieve's Cant]"...put that thing down, nit. You make your games all too obvious."[/Thieve's Cant] "Honestly...I don't see why you honor this jackal, Messi...have we run out of men to honor?" Smirking, Gene then flicks his wrist...and with a simple poof!, Kheldar's hand crossbow is now...a single blood-red rose. "...Blood is easily wiped off a blade. But not so easily wiped off hands.But...I doubt an idiot who tries to throw around the word "traitor" to save his own self-centred rear would understand the concept." Gene smirks, once again. "Tell me...you call me 'spy', but you're the one who'd slit a little girl's throat for a few silver, no?" Narrowing his eyes...Gene then looks back up, as if offended by what he had just said. "...my bad. For a few gold...I know you're not that cheap, bottomfeeder. My point being...you're a mere playing piece, rogue, and your player is gold. You don't spend the coin...it's quite the other way around." Gene shrugs, nonchalantly. "...Either way, quite bold of you to try and call someone else untrustworthy, eh? You're fairly bright, when your attentions are above your belt...now why...would I ever make myself known in the middle of a massive group of people who could possibly want to kill me, berk? Gods...she should've paid you to be a doorstop...you're obviously not too bright a killer, eh?" "Or are you afraid that I'm still mad about the entire "Agudo" thing? Trying to take me down before you wake up with your tongue, eyes, ears and hands missing?" Gene snickers, at an unheard joke. "...The "hermit" trick. It isolates them from the rest of the world...even though the ear trick doesn't work too well...unless you actually stab inside, but that might end up killing them...you know what I'm saying?" The man shrugs...before touching a finger to his chin, in thought. "I'll tell you what. I'll buy Agudo off of you. I know how impersonal you assassins are...I've done quite some work in your field in my time. Never needed the majority of the gold...my blade just needed the...ah...material, you know? I've got quite the stockpile...how much would it cost to get the mage back?" Gene now stares into Kheldar's eyes, grinning faintly...and if Kheldar had never met a full-blooded Shadovar, he know saw a fraction of how manipulative...how dark they could be...and how their words crept into your mind. Even the memory of Gene's shadowdancing...and it's uses, when mixed with assassination, could give the rogue an idea how much gold this particular "jackal" made. "Oh, and hi, Kuli!" He breaks the gaze, just a moment, to smile sweetly at Kulideb, before looking back to Kheldar. (( OOC: Gene dislikes that Kheldar slipped past Gene's protection of Agudo. Eh...yeah, I was unable to reach a computer regularly during that time, but...it still makes a great plot device, eh? :D Anyway...sorry. Gene's a jerk. Always a jerk. :P ))
Leetah 03-21-04, 11:30 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongleetahdread.gif ". . . . . . . ." Leetah stared at Keldorn. Her gaze looked eerily empty, almost as if all her dreams and aspirations had suddenly come crashing to her feet. The cleric rose. "As you wish Sir. I'll make sure the clerics are ready. Is there anything else you need me here for?" The girl sounded lost, and her voice shook terribly. Her eyes kept darting towards the exit of the tent. . . Artwork copyright © 2003, Christopher C. Quigley
Kheldar Devaentar 03-22-04, 12:08 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif Kheldar grins. "Sheesh, and I thought Jerado was full of hot air." In the time it had taken Gene to say everything, Kheldar had already picked out seven spots to strike that would instantly kill the man. . . Gene had probably done the same. . . Pity they both recognized each other as a threat, that made it nearly impossible to execute a proper death attack. "But in all that nonsense you didn't say anything about the man up on that roof. . . Isn't he with you?." Kheldar quickly aimed the crossbow in his off-hand up a notch and pulled the trigger. The bolt soared through the air and struck a silhouetted figure high atop a roof. The figure bent backwards, then fell. Something on his chest shone in the light as he fell backwards, Kheldar saw a crest. . . "Oh. . . He was with the Black Eagles. . . Not with you . . ." Kheldar walked around Gene to include the Shadovar inside their circle instead of the outside. Now Gene had his back to somebody no matter where he turned. "You want me to sell Agudo to you? Right in front of my employer? Gene, I can't do that. . . Besides, I already gave Agudo his one chance at buying back his life. . . But instead of beating Messianica's loyalty fee he lashed out at me. . . Well no, that's not entirely the truth. Lilly barged into the meeting and sent the negotiations straight to hell. . . Pity too, if things had have gone differently I would have come right back and killed Messianica." Kheldar smiled at his employer. "Sorry sis, but it's the truth! It was even in that contract you signed. . . but you already knew that, didn't you?" Kheldar looked back to Gene. "Tell ya what. If the price is right I'll sell you the old man's teeth!" Kheldar reached into his cloak. Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
Bait the Bard 03-22-04, 01:27 AM	(( I'm a secretive elven agent thats just going to meet up with Ava and Finwe, and Ill just prowl around with them.)) Delwyn slid sleathilyfrom the shadows, and approached the two elves he had been watching for thelast 5 minutes. he had recognised one straight off, his old aquaintance Avarilar, but the other face was new to him. Steping carefully across the muddy streets, avoiding the many piles of animal dung, Delwyn kept a careful lookout for any people approaching, but the only person he could see was a long way doen a street, and going in the opposite direction. "Greetings, Avarilar, and you, sir. I fear we have not much time for pleasentries, because by coming here, despite my precautions, I was spotted by a patrol, who are follwing me here. I have shot one or two, and deterred them, but they will be here shourtly, and I fear, that without the use of magic, we will be overwhealmed. Come, into this alley, where we can hide from the patrol, ambush them or sneak away quietly as is you preference." Indicating a damp, dank alley on the other side of the street, delwyn hurridly walked across it, and just in time too, for a crossbow bolt thudded into a roof not 30 paces off. "Quickly, they are almost here." Crouching down behind some rotting crates, Delwyn turned to the other two elves, who were also crouched behind avaliable cover. "Well, my freinds, let us be ready." So syaing, Delwyn pulled out 2 well crafter knives, which he held in ready for whatever might happen. ((Agudo, will you arrange a fight with the guards or shall the elves follow he into some other part of the city, and have some more fun?))
Messianica the Savior 03-22-04, 02:41 AM	http://nwn.unforgottenrealms.net/downloads/portraits/lyn05_lg.jpg The two testosterone males, Kheldar and Gene play a game of whose more a man. Messianica claps her hands and boldly walks in between the to manly men. “Very good! I must say your both capable of making any princes or damsel in distress swoon with passion. In a twisted sort of way” She laughs and then raps her arms around both men. “Of course Kheldar, I know him, this is my Judas” She winks at Gene, then turns to look at Kheldar, as she hugs each of them. “But excuse me, Gene doesn’t like it when I call him that, he prefers to be called by his fathers name” Then Messianica focused in on the contract with Kheldar. “My bold assassin, you an I are bonded with that contract. In fact Kheldar that is how I saw into your mind, and you were able to hear me when I wanted Kulideb. Now as much as you wanted to betray me for the lust of coin. I am sorry to say, even if Agudo had given you a mountain of treasure, your very being would have forced you to reject it.” She gave Kheldar kiss on the cheek and turns to Gene. “Now Judas silly me” She laughs “My sweet and loyal follower Gene, do me one small favor go and kill Aravilar friends. One has dragon wings and the other is an elf with him looking poorly. For they have entered the Sanctified city of Redemption and are not clean in my sight. If you do this Gene I shall give you Agudo soul, once Kheldar has given him to me by fulfilling his contract.” Messinica had one more thing to say for Kheldar. “You will go with my Judas if he agrees to my task, and make sure that he kills the intruders. Or help him if he fails” She then let go of Gene and raped her hands on Kheldar face. “I have seen in your lushes mind Kheldar, you don’t like me seeing everything and want to be free of me. If you do as I ask I shall free you my assassin Kheldar from my bonding. But don’t touch Aravilar for he is mine all mine” “Guards make sure Kulideb is with me at all times!” She laughs as she looks at Kulideb “ For you’re three timing lover Aravilar is here” She then stopped and spoke very loudly for everyone to here. “Aravilar hear me well! I am part Volodins and part Elf, As a Volodins my race is nature its self, for I am its mortal form. The Elves are born in the forest they can feel their heritage in it! And I a Volodins can feel your very existence Aravilar, no matter where you go Aravilar, I am with you. That is how I knew you were in the city. Now come for Kulideb, or face the consequences of your abandonment of this sad girl who loves you and face me a Nentayar Hunter ” “ooc Agudo has aked me to post this dramatic moment and I may Pm some of you and Agudo will Email as well. Kulideb is with Messinica waiting for Aravilar to arrive. If Gene and Kheldar go and hunt down Aravilar friends Delwyn & Finwe. They can be found in a an ally near by FOD fight!. Aravilar you of course know this for your name has been spoken. Its up to you do you run leaving poor Kulideb with Messianica? Or tell your friends the truth that you must go and fight for the woman you love! Everything is FOD! For those who want to know what a Volodins-See Forgotten Realms Unapproachable East
Branth 03-22-04, 08:15 AM	Branth Keeps himself under the rickity cart till it comes to a stop, after which he crawled out and began to walk among the people. o O( Why are you walking Branth? It would be easier to fly. Fly easier yes, but spot easy to. Walk harder spot, plus people ignore small animal. ) And it appears he is right, for the people he was walking among completly ignored him. The few who even feel his passing believe he is a cat or dog and kick at him! But this is fine with Branth, it allows him to keep covered. Shortly afterwards Branth uses his connection to Kulideb to find where Kheldar took her, though it did take longer then normal because the connection was muffled. He watches as all the big people talk and see's o O( GENE! Why is he working for her? Gene...) Branth hisses lightly to himself and decides he's better off watching from this distance for now.......
Khaira 03-22-04, 09:54 AM	Khaira wanders through the halls; she couldn't even feel her harp, and she felt truly naked without it. The harp was her essence, her life, her soul. It was a present; a truly humbling present, but a present nonetheless. How many times had she pleased crowds with the music from her harp? Thousands? Billions? She'd lost count over the years. She still couldn't find Lady Hoot - where was she? "I wonder where Lady Hoot is; I really need to find her! I hope she has my harp...I don't know what I shall do if she doesn't...The office. Maybe she's up there; well, it's worth a shot." With that, Khaira began to make her way up to the office in blind hope that the Lady Hoot was there.
Agudo Archmage 03-22-04, 12:21 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley ((At the school)) Lady Hoot had just dismissed a sub teacher from the school for being rude with the students, when her dear friend Khaira walked. “Khaira my sweet Bard your up and about I am glad your feeling better.” She takes flight over Agudo desk and lands near the Bard. “Is their anything that I can do for you Khaira”
Khaira 03-22-04, 01:27 PM	Khaira finally had found the Lady Hoot, and she would get her harp back again. To hold the harp in her hands once again, to weave the beautiful music that seemed to alter the very essence of the soul ...to play the tunes of life. She was excited again. She smiled as Lady Hoot flew over to land near her. SHe is happy, but Hoot seems to notice something decidedly different about her. It was ... freedom, perhaps? Or a renewed fiery passion alight within her soul? "Yes, my Lady Hoot, I am feeling better than I have ever felt. I was wondering ... do you have my harp? It seems to have been misplaced, and I was hoping that you still had it. You do, don't you?"
sculyblast 03-22-04, 01:47 PM	Mytus "If you want so, Mylady, I would propose to sent senis after them.. A skilled warrior indeed, He has been waiting for the oppertunity to use his sword for quite long now" Mytus looked around "Now where would he just be?" quietly he wispered to himself: "My servants are getting fewer and fewer, first Nienses and now Senis" I looked around for a while and when he couldn't figure out where Senis hat put himself mytus stated: "Well we only have to wait for a little while for him to show up then, or I could take you leave and find him myself if you would prefer that"
Good Knight 03-22-04, 01:58 PM	Keldorn was receiving reports of strange sighting of creatures moving along The enemy front line. Firecam needed someone he could trust on this important matter and turned to his General. “ Reginald my friend send some of your knights to investigate the strange sightings of what going on near the front. We need to know who and what they are”
WizO_Pounamu 03-22-04, 02:11 PM	(( Originally posted by the MotPs creator: Anyone can post to your thread, so things may not go as you plan! You do have a right for to expect people to keep to the setting you outline, however. So, if someone isn't playing nicely after you have asked them to—report them to the board mod and let them take it from there. It would appear that Agudo has the matter in hand now, please leave it at that. OOC slights and insults do not help the situation, no matter what direction they are flying in or who is on your side/not on your side. I personally hope that this is where the situation ends and that all parties respect the outcome peacefully and with maturity that allows everyone to move forward and get on with just having fun which is surely what you came here for. Any further OOC comments about it can be taken to PM, or email please. Meanwhile, I never intended my "broom" to be used out of the CRT but looks like I have some cleaning up to do... - Pounamu ))
Agudo Archmage 03-22-04, 02:25 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Lady Hoot was happy that Khaira, was in good spirits but she asked a strange question. “Your Harp my dear? I believe Agudo took it with him to the war. He said it would inspirer him in remembering you, and his friendship that you two have"
kulideb 03-22-04, 03:29 PM	The elf smirked as Gene got the better of Kheldar, well in her opnion any way, althought Messianica soon wiped the smile from the elfs face. "I told you he is Khairas friend and nothing more!" she pouted. He will come for me won't he, the small elf thought to her self, fighting back a sob. I must be strong! Agudo was a dear friend and a wonderful writer. The thought never reading a new book by Agudo made a tear roll down her face. She wiped it away with the back of her sleeve.
Khaira 03-22-04, 07:04 PM	Her jaw practically hit the floor as she realized that Hoot didn't have her harp. Agudo didn't have it, she knew that much. Aravilar gave her the harp when she had come looking for Agudo, and she had it with her throughout the battle by the river. By the river ... Savael and her, fighting ... Gene, appearing out of nowhere, distracting her ... Savael cut through her defenses, then and knocked her out ... her harp, she remember it falling. But if Lady Hoot didn't have it and Aravilar didn't either then... Savael has my harp! That...That scumbag stole my harp when I fell! Oh blessed Corellon, my harp is gone! Her mind raced as a million possibilites raced through her mind. Get a new harp? No. Go find Aravilar? No, he could do nothign about it. He was off on some new quest, anyway. The Army of Light? No, they could do nothing about it. They would tell her that they had better things to do than chase after some musical instrument. There was only one possibility. Didn't I say that you should have listened to me? Should have killed him on the spot. But no, no, you had to be honorable and *nice*. Now your harp is gone! Gone forever! And what's worse ... they'll use your harp to further their evil tasks, nothing more! No. No. Not if I have something to say or do about it! Where are my swords? Back in the room. Swiftwing is near ... there is only one way to do this... Her green eyes, now sharp, alert, and full of determination, flash to Lady Hoot. "My Lady Hoot, can you give me directions to the City of Hillsfar? I need to get there! I need to get to the City of Redemption! Please, don't ask, it's a very long story...I will tell you later, when I come back ... WITH my harp! It has been stolen, I am afraid..." Even if she had to go to that damned City of Redemption and battle through the whole of Messianica's Army, and kill both Messianica and Savael, she would have her harp back! How could she let this happen!?
Drindin 03-22-04, 07:26 PM	Reginald nodded, and went outside. "KAYLA! MARK! I want you two to go scout the front lines!" A stout, robust man, and a tall, finely built woman nodded, mounted their tigers, hollered in gaelic and were off to the front. It didn't take them long to make it there, and they stood in the front, seeing what they could see.
Gene_Kynes 03-22-04, 07:42 PM	Does...she honestly think...I'm her lapdog? Agudo gave me a choice...he had his moments when he spoke down to me...but he didn't try to force things on me. He bargained...and bargains only happen between equals. Gene's gaze lose their distanced amusement, as he turns to Kheldar. "...Hmm. And I shudder to think what spelled you forced on that fool in your feeble attempt to impress. As for the hot air...trust me, friend, the tempature change most certainly seems to be spawned from that rotted hole you call a mouth. I'll counter your deal...for the right price...I'll be sure to make-" Tara. What?! Tara. Tara. Tara. Tara. She died already. Say you'll bring her back, to kill her again. Who the hell are you?! You were searching for a name. You doubt he remembers Leetah. Might as well take a gamble, right? "...Tara know from who's cockiness that her rebirth and redeaths are courtesy of. Kheldar, is it not?" Gene smirks, darkly, before giving a simple glare that would reduce a Balor to tears to the nearest living thing that dares obstruct his way out of the "circle". He had to give the man points with strategy...but not too much on the subtle side. "I'll kill nobody until I have Agudo's soul back. I don't need this goon with a pig-sticker as insurance. You give me his soul, I give you the word of my human part...my Shadovar half (( Quarter, really...:/)) is as trustworthy as the flitting shadows." (( OOC: ...I know Kheldar has pearly whites...Gene was at the last AssassaCon, and it's now a requirement for all assassins that even try to be moderately charming to have perfect teeth. :P. Also...the Orange text most likely means who you think it means. I...really hope you don't mind. Also...depending on Kheldar's Sense Motive...Gene seems to playing with the rogue, in earnest. :P. Gene loves witty insults, as well as comebacks...he hopes the assassin won't dissapoint him.))
Finwe 03-22-04, 08:11 PM	"Delwyn, Aravilar and I must split from eachother, for our paths in this city are two. I must leave now, and you two shall have your own paths to choose" Finwe leaps to the top of a nearbye roof, carried by his gold-feathered wings, and begins to make his way from rooftop to rooftop, slinking in the shadows, leaving no trail whatsoever to follow. As he spies a tavern, he drops down into a dark alley, after making sure it was empty. He then walks to the tavern. Inside, he inquires to the barman after ordering a drink, "Say, brother, do you know where the savior of the people, Messianica is? I have traveled for three days from my city to find her, for I have heard of her wondrous deeds and have come to pleed to her to free my city from bondage, and to warn her of the onslaught of the army of light!"
Messianica the Savior 03-22-04, 11:08 PM	http://nwn.unforgottenrealms.net/downloads/portraits/lyn05_lg.jpg Just as she was enjoying the battle between Kheldar and Gene. Mytus asked Messianica for permeation to go find his friends. "Yes my wise firend go find them and make sure we have not been betrayed." Messianca then turned and heard him speaking too her and found Gene backbone rather attractive. “Is that the deal then well we shall see. For sadly the one I wanted you to kill has gone into hiding.” She then ponders her next move. “Yes I know Khelda! Gene is half right we shall have Agudo soul. Please take it out in front of the crowd and destroy it in the bonfire” She claps her hands at the thought. “This very night the war shall be over” She points her finger to Savael, who understood the meaning, and bowed to carry out her orders. “My sweet Kheldar your not afraid of my Judas-Gene are you? No of course not! If he try’s to stop you do what a person of your skill must” She then giggled “ If you do this for me Kheldar I shall give you not only what is rightfully you’re the large coin that you are contracted for. But the freedom my mental bond as well. You will be alone in your very being.” Not waiting for a reply she grabs Kulideb and frowns. “Don’t worry your lover will come to save you, and then if I live so shall you.” This was said sadly for her own bravado was not that sure of the outcome. Those outside the city hear the creatures charge with ecstasy. The creatures went forth to destroy the army of light once and for all. The first came upon "KAYLA! MARK! The knight sent out to scout the front lines. The Creatures attacked on sight all that they lusted for. Magic and those who stood in there way for it.
Drindin 03-22-04, 11:29 PM	Reginald cringed. "Whatever's up there, Kayla and Mark were the first slain!" An enraged Reginald mounted his tiger, snatched jareds horn, and blew a blast so hard on it, it split Jared's ears with the sheer volume, "MOUNT KNIGHTS! TONIGHT WE CAST THE TRAITORS INTO THE NINE! DAMN THEM ALL!!!!!" The knights mounted, the tigers charged forth. Soon they were through all the lines and too the front. Reginald growled in unison with his tiger, and rose his sword, and smashed it down upon one of the charging giants. The other knights struck just after him, growling furiously, avenging the death of their comrades.
Elvin Queen 03-23-04, 01:41 AM	Elisa walks into the Tavern in Redemption city she had been given a message that another has come seeking Messianica. The bartender pointed to Finwe. Then Elisa walks up and smiles and bit to happy at the sight of her old comrade “Hello Finwe have you come to join the side of freedom like myself?”
kulideb 03-23-04, 03:26 AM	The elf pulled herself lose from Messianicas grip. She wasnt sure she wanted to wait a round to be resuced, I better start thinking of a plan of my own. ~Branth? I'll stay with Messianica..for now, but she wants Kheldar to destroy Agudos soul now.~ She hoped that Branth had gotten her message. Kulideb looked at Kheldar, "So you are just Messianicas puppet, the rouge I met back at the light house had a mind of his own. I used to hope that one day my skills would be as good as yours but I dont think I like the price."
Branth 03-23-04, 08:53 AM	o O(He is going to destroy my soul! Got to stop him! ) Branth watches Gene and Kheldar closely, looking for an chance to get the soul back..
sculyblast 03-23-04, 10:15 AM	OoC: Oke I am a bit confused :confused: when did the army of light journeyed from Zhent's keep to Hillsfar, or am I missunderstanding the fact that the army of light is standing in from to Hillsfar? Because If the Army of Light is in the front of hillsfar I have to trigger some posts I have been working on for Quite long now, I hope I will soon Seen a respons on this one... IC: Mytus(aka Helator) "Mylady, You must have missunderstood me, I have no need to find my friends, they will return in a matter of time, but I suggested to sendt one of them with Kheldar and Gene to find The intruders." mytus bowed and sad down
Finwe 03-23-04, 10:38 AM	Finwe turns to Elisa, and says, "Queen, I have not come to take sides. I have come to see one who preaches against the mold. I have come to learn why there must be such a war, an not instead simply peace between two groups. Thus I have also come to Messianica, for her veiw has been as of yet unknown to me, shielded by this zone of no magic. Let us go to her, and I shall see what she has to say,"
Elvin Queen 03-23-04, 02:18 PM	The Elvin queen winks at Finwe. “I understand its never easy to look at ones soul and have a change of faith. Come and I shall take you with me to meet Messianica.” Latter as they walk along the streets, and music can be heard off in the distance. Elisa shares her faith with Finwe. “When I first came hear Finwe I was amazed at all the different races getting along. Drow, Halling, Elves, Dwarf, you name it, they lived together in peace. All they asked was the false religion to be gone from them.” Children run by and laugh as they hurry to the party. “Think about it Finwe! If the people loose faith in the old religions, does the priest of that old religion have a right to hold power in the city?” She walked around a corner coming closer to the party. “Just think about it Finwe that’s all I ask”
sculyblast 03-23-04, 02:25 PM	((OoC: Sorry for the late reply but I may have missed a few lines of some posts.. but this is something Neccisary to that Mytus clan has been working on... If you scroll bakc you can see that Mytus sends Lampey And Nienses Away to work on PLAN A)) The Generals overlooked the map another time, There was no doubt This was the place where Hillsfar was suppost to be, but instead there was only forest here... It could not have been the map, The map was brand new and it would have been inpossible that the landscape had change that fast, or wasn't it? after Doing Little Research by Soldiers they came to the concluesion that the road was sabotaged, Roads where covered and made look like another part of The forest.. They would be miles out of course, it would take some other time to find out how to get to Hillsfar now ((I hope this can still be inclueded in the current made posts, but it is something I worked on and would like to keep in))
Good Knight 03-23-04, 05:57 PM	“ooc sculyblast The army of light are just a few miles from Hillsfar. So your traps can still work. The army of light has several large reconnaissance patrol checking out the area.” *on Patrol do north of the army of light camp following the road* “Jackson!” The captain of the patrol said “Yes Mam?” a burly dwarf replied. “We have been riding for hours, we should have come upon the edges of the city by now” But before the female captain could finish, the dwarf interrupted. “I knows this but I tells ya its strange that the markings on the map don’t match things around us. It’s a trick I am sure.” The captain ordered her large brigade of warhorses and foot patrols to be ready” *Back at the command tent near the frontlines* The noise of the alarm by the Tiger Knights, was the first thing Keldorn heard that made him realize, something terribly wrong was happening. “By all that is Righteous! The brave Knight said, as he opened the command tent to look outside. It was ironic he thought for he normally liked Nishruu and Hakeshars for they would hunt down evil wizards. But at this moment he could tell that this was not a good thing. For off in the distance a fierce surprise attack was taking place. ”Giant Nishruu? How? Where did they come from?” The alarm was sounded as solders came running out their tents. Firecam could see off in the distance Hakeshars over running his frontlines. “The Elves!” He shook head as he realized why the Nishruu and Hakeshar were able to get through so easily. “I put the Elves as the first line of my defense” The Elvin race were attuned to magic, and would be hard to sneak by at night. But Firecam never thought about the Nishruu and Hakeshar attacking especially ten feet tall ones. For those monsters fed on magic and that explains the anti-magic field around Hillsfar. For such a large army of Nishruu and Hakeshar, would be a void in the magic weave. “Use Non-magical weapons everyone, its are only hope” He hop on his mighty warhorse and with other Radiant-Heart Knights charged forth to join the battle.
Agudo Archmage 03-23-04, 07:20 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Lady Hoot could see this was and argent matter for Khaira. After some serious concern Lady Hoot gave in and decided to get Khaira to the frontlines as fast as possible. Even though this is against my better judgment,. "Well Khaira I have given you over to my fastes messanger Penelope Dangerfly. And she says she has worked out the problems with her Flying contraption. The wise owl paused as she grimaced at the thought. “And Penelope is almost sure, she can land the thing without to many casualties” The snow owl added on a brighter note. “Also I have made Dangerfly put on a large parasol metal ball Lady Hoot takes a deep breath then continues. “ Dangerfly says that the one without the holes works the best for a soft landing.” Just then they cam upon the monstrosity that looked like a slingshot. Penelope waves Khaira in and laughs. “Don’t you worry this is Model number 179 and thats me lucky number. In fact this time I will be in the capsule to help it fly” With that she shut the door to the funky metal capsule and counted down 10, 9, 8, 7, 6,” Then she stops and chuckles. “O what hay! Lets just go and pray that I remembered to tie down the parasol.” The Gnome pulls a lever and SWOOOOOOOSHHHHH They were off going higher and higher things that weren’t tied down went bouncing off the walls. But to everyone’s amazement including Penelope they staid up in the air. After five hours they were on target to land near the battlefield of the Army of Light. But with all Gnomish luck it runs out at the worst times. For the metal ball slowed with the parasol..... but it landed in a small lake and being metal started sinking fast. “All hands abandon ship!” Penelope yelled to her only passenger Khaira
Finwe 03-23-04, 09:55 PM	"Elisa, I have seen to much to throw my faith at this atempt at a utopia. Messianica Has the right to preach her own religion just as any other does, yes, but ultimately, she will fail in her cause. This is sorrowful, for it would bring great happiness to all if she were to succeed. The Gods would certainly disaprove of this plan, yes, but many gods are no better, or even worse than some mortals. Your "savior" will, in the end, meet with total disaster. You may endure for years, decades, centuries, or even milllenia, but in the end, you shall fail as I have always seen. I have always endured through the ages, and always seen failure. Cities may crumble, kings may die, empires may fall, planes may fold, gods may be slain but I unwaveringly endure throughout, a single note of consistency within the cosmos. I have existed since the beginning of this world, for I was born outside of it, and I shall exist until its doom. ;)" Turning to look deeply within the eyes of the queen, he says, "Entropy shall take us all into darkness, a darkness from which there can be spawned only radiant, heavenly light. When that time comes, I shall be there. Will you?"
Khaira 03-24-04, 02:31 PM	Khaira bowed to Lady Hoot, grateful that the High Cleric wouldn't try to keep her from getting back her harp. She needed that harp; it was her life, her soul, the very essence of her being. "Thank you, Lady Hoot. I shall see you in a few days when I retrieve my harp. There is much to report, much to tell; but I must go hunt this person down, before he gets out of my grasp. Until we meet again!" And then she was with Penelope Dragonfly, flying with her in this gnomish contraption. Like all gnomish inventions, she knew this one, too, would fail. She only hoped that it would fail when they were close to the ground! 4 hours later, they were almost there when Penelope yelled something to her. "Abandon ship! What do you mean, abandon ship!?" Their momentum had decreased significantly; they now seemed to be floating. No, sinking, and fast. They had to get out of here, before they drowned! She grabs Penelope's arm, grinning in spite of it all. "Hope you can swim, Ms. Dragonfly!" With that, Khaira bars the door open and leaps out into the cold, brisk water. Backpedaling, still holding Penelope's arm, she finally makes it to the surface and to shore. Looking around, she sees the tents set up for the Army of Light. And, far in the distance, Hillsfar, City of Redemption. She turns to Penelope, the grin vanished from her face. "You have a way to get home, back to the School? Or will you stay here? I still hold some amount of power here; I can place you under protection, if you wish." Turning back to Hillsfar, she begins to wonder how she would be able to infilitrate the city. The whole of Messianica's army saw her, annihalating their comrades, and fighting their General, Savael. They would not have kind words nor actions for her. Still ... how would they know that she hadn't turned to the "dark side"...yes, it could work. She was a good actor. She would, of course, have to intially in disguise. This could work...Remembering the gnome still behind her, she turns to Penelope. "Well, what's your decision .... stay or go?"
sculyblast 03-24-04, 04:12 PM	Mytus He smiled, he knew, he would get what he had come for, in less then a hour or else he would have to trigger his B plan, allways saidly when he had to use plan B. "Mylady, The Army of Ligh will be on there march by now, since the battle at Zhent's keep has been fought, but they will not arrive at the penelouses of Hillsfar yet, In the beginning I only introduced you to Senis and Breadner, My other two partners, as you may know, are Nienses and Lampey, They have created a diversion to lead The army of light Miles out of course, it will grand us some more days to make battle plans and.." as he pause he got the papers again which he would have given to Messianica for 3 times now, if she would only had denied him it and postponed him to other missions.. but this time there was no escape, She had promised to sign and the stars were aligned ((huh?)). She would sign his contract no matter what concequences. he continued "to confirm our alliance and have your city protected by my people untill a council between both party decides to call the alliance broken." he smiled ((sorry I am a bit to tired for a good post today))
Kheldar Devaentar 03-24-04, 06:02 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif Kheldar didn't need Messianica to give him orders, or wait for Gene to try to stop him! Gene deserved nothing less than death for what he had said. . . He had blamed himself enough for killing his pretty red haired fiancee without needing to hear it from someone else! How much did this adversary know? How did he know about Tara and Kheldar's personal life. . . Kheldar hadn't told any one about it. . . But Agudo knew. . . It was that bloody adventure from before! The one where he had somehow managed to get himself killed. . . Agudo had also mentioned something about Tara coming back. . . was it true?! It couldn't have been, they were bloody liars! They were trying to confuse him or trick him somehow! Kheldar quickly glanced over to Kulideb. "Like it of not Kulideb, this is the exact same Kheldar you met in the light house. . . The one how shared his trial rations with you and tried to help you out." Helping people out, that reminded Kheldar. "Messianica, there's a girl outside the eastern wall, she should be trying to make her way to the back entrance. If you're going to keep me bottled up in here send somebody out after her. I don't want her ending up like the girls I saw at Daggerfalls!" Kheldar carefully focused on Gene. He could still see the seven spots he had marked out on. "Well Gene, looks like it's pawn versus pawn if ya really want to look at it like that. If you can get by me, then you can bring back your king! How's that for being fair? However, seeing as you've vowed not to kill anyone until you have Agudo's soul, I should have one hell of an easy fight on my hands!" Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley ((Sorry for taking so long to get back to this! Gene, of course Kheldar has pearly white teeth! All the better for his roguey smile! But if ya read back to Kheldar and Agudo's battle, you'll see Kheldar actually collected the Archmages teeth! :D Ooh, and if that voice in Gene's head comes from a guy who looks like Santa Clause's evil brother. . . I might ask for it to stop please. . . He's already present in this adventure, believe it or not. :schemes: But please PM if you have any ideas.))
Gene_Kynes 03-24-04, 10:40 PM	Gene laughs...shaking his head. "A fight she wants...a fight she'll get. However...I wonder..." Gene tilts his head, as his blade is slipped from a seemingly impossible place to conceal it...his cloak. The garment had remained fluid, yet... "...from your last blunder, I trust you have enough experience with dying to be ready for tonight's outcome? Or do you need to sharpen up on your bleeding and begging skills?" Gene flashes a grin...drawing a very large circle in the floor, the blade effortlessly cutting into the stone. Umbra, both the blade and the entity, weren't meant for pain...for torment. kheldar, guessing he's a clever rogue...is granted a peek into Gene's style...into his weapon's style, into everything in Gene's combat strategem. The end result is always clean death. No hooks, no barbs, just a blade that promises much bloodletting if allowed to press against the human's skin. "...No magic should make this...interesting. Very." In a blurred motion, Gene sheds his overshirt, cloak...and with a faint hissing, his twin blades are drawn, the curved, longer blade being sheathed...all discarded articles falling gently out of the arena. "See this line? It'll be our experiment...you'll see, soon. As for now...draw steel."
Elvin Queen 03-25-04, 01:10 AM	The former Elvin Queen thought about what Finwe had just said. Then smiled. “A thousand years may not be a lot in the scheme of things- time wise, but for are civilization it will do” She then took Finwe arm and led him into the festivities. “Why it looks like were just in time for a show” Elisa says as she spots Kheldar and Gene, sharpening their wits on each other. Walking up to Kulideb, Elisa taps her on the shoulder and reintroduces Finwe. “Kulideb you remember Finwe don’t you. He has come to see why so many follow Messianica “ As she was speaking Elisa saw Messianica. “Over here my sister, I would like you to meet Finwe”
Agudo Archmage 03-25-04, 01:33 AM	Dangerfly grabbed her head for a moment, then looked bright eyed at Khaira. “Well what do you know! We lived and not a scratch on us” The little Gnome practically danced “Ill be waiting here to fish out Model 179 so that I can see what worked for test Model 180. For that number is even more lucky than 179! I just know it” With that the female Gnome went to make a giant fishing pole, to get her flying machine out of the water.
Kheldar Devaentar 03-25-04, 02:53 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif "That's right. . . No magic. . . Your specialty doesn't work in this arena!" Gene wouldn't be able to jump in and out of shadows, and that would make the combat much easier. But the shadow dancer looked like he knew how to handle his weapons. Kheldar wasted no time. With a quick flick of his wrist he had a short sword drawn and surprisingly enough a small crossbow bolt already making it's way towards the Shadovar. Then another bolt came from a direction that was much too close to the ground. Then a third from a radically different direction. It was nearly impossible keeping track of Kheldar with a constant rapid hail of crossbow bolts flying towards Gene. Each bolt seemed specifically targeted to a different area of the body. If Gene could follow the trajectories correctly, they were aimed at his neck, hamstrings, eyes, heart, wrists, and spots much worse! Each shot was clearly meant to be lethal or at the very least incredibly disabling! A bolt dodged by Gene meant somebody else in the crowd was treated to an uncomfortable close brush with death! Bolts flew closer and closer to their bodies and faces, but surprisingly none of the dodged bolts ever hit any one else! And then the buzzing bolts stopped. . . The ground, and just about every other object nearby looked like a pin cushion! . . Kheldar was no where to be seen. Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
Leetah 03-25-04, 02:59 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongleetah.gif Leetah now stood by herself in the center of the command tent, her gaze aimed steadily towards the ground. Memories of a wise and warm-hearted archmage weighed heavily on her heart while recollections of a cruel and twisted rogue shattered it completely!!! He had lied to her! Mr Kheldar had lied to her! He promised her that although he was an assassin, he never took the lives of good people! Mr Agudo was probably the most benevolent person she knew! How could Mr Kheldar have killed him? Leetah could feel tears begin to pry their way from out of her eyes but she held them back with a scream that sounded half-mad! The priestess then stormed out of the tent tossing her quarterstaff violently to the ground. She didn't have time to dwell on these thoughts right now. Something was going on outside. . . Artwork copyright © 2003, Christopher C. Quigley
Tyrion Grayleaf 03-25-04, 03:16 AM	Hillsfar http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongtyrion.gif Tyrion looked through the hood off his heavy brown cloak. Unlike the others, he had decided not to completely dress up in the local attire. Getting out of his fullplate in hostile territory was not something he felt comfortable doing. Although it did mean he had to walk carefully if he didn't want anyone knowing what he wore underneath his disguise. . . His disguise. . . Hiding behind a disguise was something a lowly thief would do, it was certainly not the type of thing an honorable knight should be doing! But his friends had all worn disguises, and they thought it best if he did too. . . His saphire eyes still said they didn't like the idea when he turned to speak to them. But his soft Elven voice spoke of other matters. "Our friend is right, each of us must choose a path. . . My heart tells me I must go to Messianica! Her evil influence over the lives of the innocent must be put to an end once and for all! I entreat you to join me, but you must stay true to whichever path you most believe in." And with that Tyrion turned away and began his search for the Evil Queen of Hillsfar. . . walking very carefully mind you. Artwork copyright © 2004, Gordon R. Quigley
Rayek 03-25-04, 04:26 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongrayek.gif A tall slender elf with deep Amethyst eyes and long jet-black hair quietly followed behind Tyrion. His harsh voice kept growling something about the blond one looking like a damn orc with the extra bulk of his fullplate under his disguise. The soft 'chink' sound that Tyrion made after each step also aggravated the tall elf, but nothing he said could convince his friend to abandon the suit of armor! Rayek continued to glower and mutter under his breath. "You’re going to give us away! You know that. . .Right? At least you’re not brandishing that sword of yours anymore. What kind of peasant walks around town with a two hundred thousand gold piece sword at his side!? We're trying to look inconspicuous. Ugh. I wish you'd have taken off. . ." Rayek continued to nag Tyrion until the group arrived in a more populated area of the town. It looked like everyone was gathering together to watch some kind of spectacle. Artwork copyright © 2003, Christopher C. Quigley
Khaira 03-25-04, 02:42 PM	Khaira shakes her head at the antics of the gnome. They had survived, yes, but for what? To go from the frying pan into the fire, as the saying goes. Penelope would stay, then, and work on getting the flying contraption working again. "Very well, then, I shall see you in a few days' time, if all goes well. But before I am off ... this suit shall never do!" Khaira set down her backpack, and took out a medium-sized briefcase. Opening it, she discovered that all of her supplies were intact. This would prove to be efficient for putting together a believable uniform. She pulled out two vials, one with brown liquid, the other with a off-color of blonde. "Hm ... do I want to be blonde or brunette today...blonde fits me best, I think. But that then brings to question ... what do I want to be? A commoner, a merchant, a tourist. I'll be a roaming adventurer!!" She put away the container containing the brown liquid, and dabbed the liquid from the other vial into her hand. Passing it through her hair, she suddenly became a blonde-haired elf! She then took an oily-looking rag, and passed it along her face, giving it a dirty, scuffled appearance. Finally, she dabbed a sponge under her eyes, causing dark circles to appear under them. She looked like a dirty-blonde haired elf with scuffled, dirty skin that hadn't been washed in forever. Finally, she took one of her daggers and sliced her clothing into tatters. That completed the look! She was now an adventurer who had spent many long weeks locked in a mine. "Ah, yes, this should do it! They'll never recognize me. Until we meet again, Penelope!" She closed her briefcase then, setting it off to the side. She checked her backpack; she still had a couple sets of uniforms to wear. She was ready now. And, with that Khaira was off running towards Hillsfar. She should be there within the hour, and she would be able to do some scouting then, and find out what was going on within the city. If she was safe to enter the city, she would drop the 'guise, but only when she knew it was safe.
kulideb 03-25-04, 03:10 PM	The elf nodded an hello at Finwe. The war of words between Kheldar and Gene looked like it was hotting up, The elf ducked as crossbolts began to fly then she realized they were all aimed at Gene. While everyone seemed focused on the two rouges, Kulideb began to scan the crowd. She was looking for Branth. Keeping low she began to crawl away, hoping that the gaurds would be too distracted to notice her.
DiplomaticSorcerer 03-25-04, 04:05 PM	Well, in the absence of my good friend Aravilar, I'm going to have to leave you all, though I doubt many of you will miss me. I would have stayed around, but Aravilar seemed to be the only one interested in interacting with my PC. Goodbye, everybody! *wave*
Khaira 03-25-04, 08:58 PM	Here she was, finally, at long last. It had taken over 5 hours to get here, but it was well worth it. Now, she would get back her harp. But, that was not all. Messianica was inside these walls and she had to see if she was the rude, inconsiderate, evil being that everybody said that she was. In there, somewhere, too, was Savael; Savael who had betrayed Agudo so long ago. Savael who had fought her, albeit fairly. Savael, who had stolen her harp. Dammit! That was not a prize of honor; that harp was truly precious to her! "It is time to get it back; too long already has it been gone from my grasp. The harp is my only link...I dare not hesitate any longer. Today, Savael meets his reckoning!" With that, Khaira walked in through the Gates of Hillsfar, City of Redemption. What would she find her? A towering city of beuaty and wonder? A sprawling encampment of Messianica's Army? Or some magical wonderland? As she entered the city, she felt ... different. Looking down at her swords, she noticed that they seemed ... ordinary. She pulled one of them ever so sleightly out of its sheath. "Aytias.What? It doesn't work? I don't understand ... is there some spell over this place?" She shook her head. If her weapons did not work in this place, then the magic placed upon her harp wouldn't either. This was going to prove to be rather difficult. She would have to do this the manual way, then. She chanced a look around; the people were so happy. She could hear the sound of some grand fesitivities off in the middle of the city. Quickly, she grabbed one person by the arm. "Tell me, good kind sir, what festival is taking place here? Have I missed a holiday? Who is the master of this city? What are they like?"
Messianica the Savior 03-25-04, 10:47 PM	http://nwn.unforgottenrealms.net/downloads/portraits/lyn05_lg.jpg ^In the city of redemption^ She took the papers from Mytus and smiled as she read them. But then the fight was on between the two most deadly killers this side of the MoonSea. Kheldar used deadly force without concern for anyone’s safety. Peasants ran in every direction screaming in fear and heard through out the crowd. Gene reacted quickly and it seem the two would fight to the death. “This would be so romantic if they were fighting for me” She turned dramatically in false drama. “Alas its men’s egos that they fight for” Without worrying about the battle behind her she turned to Elisa. “What’s this a guest? Why hello Finwe I am pleased to meet some one of your insight. How may I, a most humble servant of the people do for you?” Just then Kulideb made a run for it. “How rude Kulideb the party is just getting started. Guards go after her.” Khaira had just spoken, when the bolts from Kheldar were shot at Gene and the crowed people ran everywere Messianica stood clearly with Elisa, Finwe as Kulideb was running for it. ^Outside the city, near the front lines.^ Nishruu and Hakeshar moved quickly through the army of lights front lines. Death and destruction was behind them and soon before them. The monstrous creatures see the Tiger-Knights and charge at them with great hunger. Reaching out to pick some of the knights up and hurl them to the ground if they catch them. Others raked at by the Nishruu and Hakeshar long arms.
Gene_Kynes 03-25-04, 11:02 PM	Gene darkly smirked, drawing a blackened sponge across his blades, altenating hands until the barrage arrives...to this, Gene responds the best he can...he vanishes...within himself.Ever play chess, jackal?((Will be continued later...see subject. ;_;))
Drindin 03-25-04, 11:12 PM	Most of the nights manage to parry the Hakeshar's blows, but one of the three remaining knights, Jared, has no such luck. He is hurled to the ground, and quickly pummeled to death. Reginald winces, and his eyes light into fire. His compadre, Johna, the last of his honour guard, soon falls. The tigers continue to fight. Jared's lashes out with both it's claws, trying to knock the beast over and tear it's throat out to avenge his fallen master. Johna's does the same, but jared's merely bites a the beast in front of it. With an inhuman, tigerish cry, Reginald slams his sword foreward towards the beast, aiming for his stomach. "THIS IS FOR MARK!" He swings forewards again. "THIS IS FOR KAYLA!" He swings once more. "THIS IS FOR JOHNA!" Again "THIS IS FOR JARED, AND THIS!" He bellows on the horn again, leaping at the beast, and most likely to his death. "IS FOR AGUDO! DAMN YOU ALL TO THE NINE!"
Good Knight 03-26-04, 12:05 AM	Keldorn could not help but grin as his brave women and men who fought bravely. Especially Reginald, who fought with the force of a Righteous Heart. “Reginald don’t give up, for we are all that stands in the way of this evil hord. Firecam had blood splattered on his arms and face. For many were falling this horrific battle. “Die evils of hells” His mighty sword slashing into monsters of Messianica army. A hard blow came form behind and Keldorn fell to his knees stund. As he razed his head, He saw Leetah off in the distance, and knowing that his army was overwhelmed he screamed. “Run Leetah and remember me my Angel of mercy” With that Keldorn slowly stood and with shaky hands made his last stand.
Tyrion Grayleaf 03-26-04, 02:12 AM	"Tell me, good kind sir, what festival is taking place here? Have I missed a holiday? Who is the master of this city? What are they like?" The fellow Kharia had asked the question to stopped, emitting a strange metallic CHING sound from under his clothing. When he turned around to face Kharia, she was met with a handsome Elven face that looked quite surprised! "My lady Kharia! What are you doing here?" Tyrion noticed Kharia's slashed apart clothes. "Oh Corellon! What fowl creature did this to you my lady? It must have been something terrible. Are you hurt?"
Leetah 03-26-04, 03:32 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongleetah.gif "Mr Keldorn!" Leetah's eyes lit up in horror as she stepped outside the tent. Where had all these strange beasts come from!? What was going on?! All around her Leetah saw men fighting desperately for their lives! And from the looks of things, they were all fighting a loosing battle. "I'm not leaving you Mr Keldorn! I can't abandon you and all the men! Please Sir! Hang on!" Without really thinking about what she was doing, Leetah dashed head first into the fray! Her hands were already dancing to the incantation of a divine spell. "Sanctuary!" A surge of brilliant energy radiated from Leetah head to toe and then vanished. With the protection of her spell surrounding her the priestess quickened her pace. Several monsters had approached her along the way but none of them seemed to be able to strike her. Leetah prayed that her luck would hold. Her spell had only made it extremely difficult for monsters to attack her, not impossible. Artwork copyright © 2003, Christopher C. Quigley
kulideb 03-26-04, 03:43 AM	The elf felt a rough hand grab the back of her collar. She yelped as some one stepped on her toe, well at least I will get to see the out come of the fight for my self she thought. Looking at the crowd she saw a familliar face. "Kha.." she stopped her self shouting out. ~Branth, Khaira is here~ well they might be able to help each other she thought. She was dropped at Messianica's side. The elf stood up and brushed the dirt from her clothes, well that plan didnt work she muttered, time for some thing else she thought. She smiled at Messianica, then made a grab at the ladys hair with one hand, while swinging a small fist at Messianicas face.
Rayek 03-26-04, 04:29 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongrayek.gif "Kharia?" Rayek turned around and eyed the elven bard up and down. Black smears covered her beautiful face and her once dazzling garments had been reduced to rags. Rayek's eyes narrowed as he focused in on her outfit. She had obviously tried to disguise herself. "She's fine Tyrion, there's no wounds accompanying those cuts on her clothes. What are you doing here anyway Kharia? I thought you were suppose to be back with the army. . ." Rayek raised his eyes back to the elven maiden's gaze and lowered his voice. A sharp frown split his face in two. ". . .And the next time you decide to slice apart your attire like that, make sure to rub whatever that black stuff is on your face into your clothes as well. The markings on your skin don't match the bits of dirt on your suit. Your guise doesn’t look entirely ethnic." Rayek’s attention is then suddenly torn away from Kharia as something goes amiss in the crowd. Everyone had let out a surprised gasp! What just happened!? (( OOC: My apologies for Rayek’s appalling behaviour Kharia. Please don’t take any offence to what he says. He can be a bit of a jerk at times. )) Artwork copyright © 2003, Christopher C. Quigley
Khaira 03-26-04, 03:25 PM	She grumbled as she noticed, finally, who the man was that she had stopped, as well as his companion. Tyrion and Rayek. Dammit! They're going to give me away! So much for being top-secret...As they speak her name, she speaks in a hushed tone. "Quiet! Must you notify my presence to the enemy so quickly! I was trying to be discreet about this, but I guess that's all thrown to the wind. No, I am not supposed to be with the army; I am not Headmistress. I was dragged into this stupid, foolish, bloody war against my own will. I care not whether Messianica or her army lives or dies; it is my own concern. Life is too short to be focusing on taking the lives of so many people...My only concern is one person..." She trails off, then, as she scans the crowd. Was he there? Or was he somewhere else? The city was so large, it would take forever to find him! But then Tyrion was questioning her about who had harmed her. Rayek knew, and now he was proposing his own opinion about it. "No, nobody harmed me ... no fear. This was my disguise, but I may as well get a change of clothes, since that is all thrown to the 4 winds now..." ". . .And the next time you decide to slice apart your attire like that, make sure to rub whatever that black stuff is on your face into your clothes as well. The markings on your skin don't match the bits of dirt on your suit. Your guise doesn’t look entirely ethnic." "Well, you certainly aren't sparing with your criticism, are you, Mr. Perfect? The least of your worries should be how authentic my disguise is. In fact, it was working just mine until you two decided to announce my presence to the whole city! My mission here is not with the army, it is for myself." She almost looks like she would slap Rayek or run him through; but instead, she looks to an abandoned house close to her. "And now, if you'll excuse me, I'm going to get into a decent change of clothes, since secrecy is now ruined!" Hurrying into the house, Khaira changes into her old adventuring clothes; leather pants and shirt, a flowing, purple cloak, and shoes. Washing off the black marks upon her skin, she is now ready. She rushes out into the street just in time to hear the same shocked screams and cries. She looks to Rayek and Tyrion. "Well, quit gawking, and go check it out! No, don't be silly, I can't come with you ... if I went to check it out, it would be the end of me, for sure. I've got some hunting down of my own to do now. Hurry; go see what the problem is! We shall meet again!" aWith that, Khaira was off, running into the shadows. She stayed behind each building, peeking around to ensure that the coast was clear before she moved to the next building. All the while, she looked all around, keeping an eye out for Savael whom had her harp now....
sculyblast 03-26-04, 04:45 PM	Nienses Nienses had finally made her way back to Hillsfar, why? why did Kheldar leave her like that? He could at least have said goodbye... But no... Anyway she would just directly report to Mytus... Oh yes she had to Call him Helator.. she should not forget that.. then she entered through the ports, it seemed like there was a feast going on, but even more noticable was all the people focused on one point, what was going on.. she moved closer to see what was going on and then she saw what was going on and could not resist herself "Kheldar!!" she screamed to him when she saw him, but what should she do? should she help him so he would win and would not get hurt or would that break his honour?
Rayek 03-27-04, 12:25 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongrayek.gif Rayek managed to keep a look of total reserve as Kharia quickly dashed away and hid herself within the shadows. Apparently the bard's haughty lecture about him giving away her identity hadn't phased him much. . .or had it? Rayek quickly swept a bead of sweat from his brow as he turned to face the startled crowd again. He also forced down a nervous gulp a little more loudly then he had meant to. ;) "Woman. . .I'll never understand them. Always making mountains out of molehills. I never said that her outfit wouldn't get her by. I simply stated how she could improve upon it." Rayek shook his head and sighed. He had carefully avoided the topic of calling out her name. That had been a mistake, but he wasn't about to admit as much. "Anyway Tyrion, lets go." Artwork copyright © 2003, Christopher C. Quigley
Evander-Sunstrike 03-27-04, 12:27 AM	Evander awoke from a deep sleep, a sleep too deep to be mundane. Elves don't sleep; but he did. It was not the sleep that bothered him, however, but the dream that had ensued that bothered him so. A figure had come to him in his dreams; a figure cloaked in shadows. He could not tell whom this figure was, but he had seemed to disrupt the very life of his soul...The words seemed to have made a lasting impression in his mind. He would not forget them easily, unless they were magical means to do so. Even now, he recalled the words of the entity as if it were only moments ago... You have found the School of Light and Magic. Good. Very good. Now you are hunt down the Lady Khaira Amastacia. Find out all you can about her past, as well as her relationship with the Master of the School, Agudo. Beware, for she is armed and dangerous. I will contact you when you are done with this part of your mission... The elf got out of bed and walked over to the window accompanying his room. Outside he could see the forest, and all manner of creature within it. He would like to go for a walk; but first, he had to resolve this business. That man, the Deputy Headmaster; where was he? He was supposed to have dinner with him last night, he recalled. He had ordered Evander to go to his room, so he did not know if he was a prisoner or not...a prisoner in a school. The thought made him laugh...he sat down at his desk, then, and began to read over the papers. Most were merely papers detailing his mission. There was a map to the school from Cormyr, a list of various Harper associates, and other boring papers detailing various scenarios... "There is no sense to be made of this! Why did they send me to some school for magic and 'light?! And how am I supposed to find the Headmaster and this 'Khaira Amastacia'? What could she have done that is so sinful that the...they send me after her? Surely, I have better things to do than be gopher!" His stomach made a resounding growl then, and he realized how long it'd been since he'd had something to eat. He had to have something to nourish him; trail rations just didn't sound very good, especially after a week on the road! He decided to go find a bite to eat. Maybe, too, he would be able to find some answers to some questions. Strapping on his weapon belt and grabbing his money pouch, Evander grabbed the papers, stuffing them into one of his pouches. Top secrecy was needed and if anybody other than himself saw those papers, it would be his head...if not more. Walking over to the door, he opened it and stepped out into the hallway, and glanced about. It was early morning yet; most of the school was not awake. "Good; there will be nobody to ask questions and prod into my being out in the halls..." With that, the bladesinger began to head down the hallway in search of a kitchen or dining room where he could get a bite to eat...
Messianica the Savior 03-27-04, 02:19 AM	http://nwn.unforgottenrealms.net/downloads/portraits/lyn05_lg.jpg She was smiling as they plopped Kulideb on the ground near her when the made Elvin girls lashed out at her. Messianica feels her hair being pulled and a punch to the face. “How ungrateful” Messianica takes the palm of her hand and slams hard at Kulidebs nose. “After all I have done fore you” At the same time trying to throw Kulideb at Gene, in hope of entangling the two. “Elisa get this mouse off of me” ^Outside the city^ Her Nishruu and Hakeshar charged on taking on the Keldorn and Reginald boldly hunting down any who got in their way. They could not see Leetah but they smelled her and tried to fin the blond Cleric.
Tyrion Grayleaf 03-27-04, 03:31 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongtyrion.gif Tyrion just stood there gawking, he really wasn't any good when it came to being sneaky or deceptive. . . "Anyway Tyrion, lets go." The Elven knight quickly nodded his head and turned to face the direction where all the commotion was coming from. "Rayek, we might as well abandon our disguises as well. . . No one should approach us except those we wish to do battle with. . . and I don't want to hide myself from them any longer!" And with that Tyrion charged towards the building Chaos surrounding Messianica! His brown cloak flapped fiercely behind him revealing polished blue mithral plates. Due to the armor's light weight, he could take great strides towards his enemies, it wouldn't be very long until he could fight them hand to hand. Like a shining beacon of light he would cut through the forces of darkness! That gave him a brilliant idea! He reached for the long swords dangling at his hip. He carried two at all times. One masterfully crafted in mithral, and the other in something much more powerful! Naturally he wrapped his gauntleted hand around the handle of the more powerful one. "Sword, let your edge shatter the forces of evil! Reveal your brilliant energy!!" Tyrion let loose the mighty blade from it's sheath! . . . . . . . . . A pathetic, two-inch-long needle of light blue "brilliant energy" wiggled and wavered from the sword's ornate handle. Tyrion couldn't believe his eyes! What had happened to the mighty flaming blade that usually sprouted out of the handle?!?! He hastily sheathed his weapon and drew his mithral blade. It usually wasn't anywhere near as impressive as his brilliant energy weapon, but it looked infinitely better just then! "Ahem-* Messianica, you must stop your evil ways or. . ." Messianica punched her pretty Elven captive in the nose! "That's it my fiendish queen! Have at you!" Tyrion left his shield on his back, he charged towards Messianica gripping his sword in both hands! “Elisa get this mouse off of me!” Elisa? My queen?!?! Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
kulideb 03-27-04, 05:18 AM	The elf grinned at the noise of her fist hitting Messianica's flesh, the grin soon left her face when Messianica gave her a bloody nose. The elf landed in the dirt, she wiped at her bloody nose with the back of her sleeve, tears of frustration coming to her eyes. She stood up trying to stay out of Gene's way. She looked up at an elf dressed in blue mithral plates, She remembered him saying some thing just before Messianica had hit her. "That traitor is no longer fit to be called our Queen!" She spat out, while leaping forward at Messianica, in an effort to send them both to the ground.
Good Knight 03-27-04, 10:22 AM	The valiant army of light stood with what little ground they had left. Keldorn struggled to make his way to Reginald his inspiring friend. Yet so many bodies lay between them. Some Firecam was pleased to see slain that being of the reached Messianca Hakeshar army. Firecam was badly wounded his left shoulder dislocated, blood dripping from his forehead. His left eye was swollen as well, from a savage blow from a now dead Nishruu. Then just out of sight he heard Leetah sweet voice, through the noise of death. “Leetah? Leetah No!” He turned slowly trying to find her. “Leetah where are you?” He said desperately Just then another of these vampire like magic suckers came towards him. He used his good hand to duel with this thing. A fast parley and dodge was quickly blocked by the Nishruu. Never the less Firecam had many years of experience and did not waste any of it. With a painful but fast tumble to the left, for his shoulder was in great pain, as well as his head. Keldorn came up from the side of the thing and slashed deeply into it monstrous guts. The Nishruu fail without a sound at the Radiant Heart Knights feet. Staggering on and half blind he screamed out for the lovely Cleric Leetah. “Leeetttahh” Even as Firecam spoke more of his soldiers fell to the ground dead. His people, his friends, and yet his thoughts focused on that young maiden girl Leetah. *Out in the field near Hillsfar* The advance troop who were unaware of the battle taking place moved deeper towards Hillsfar. “Lets be careful here the ground looks uneven” It had taken them several days to find the right path to the city. And now before them they could just barely see the walls of the city. The captain waved her troops forward. “Careful! I shall not see more of you hurt this day”
Elvin Queen 03-27-04, 10:38 AM	Elisa the former Queen of the Elves did not show emotion when her sister in spirit ordered her to handle the feisty Kulideb. She let her icy words speak for themselves. “No one touches Messianica, but by her own will!” Taking out her Silver Rod of Reckoning, Elisa slowly cam up from behind Kulideb. Raising her Rod that would surely kill the mousy Kulideb; with such a deathblow to the back of the head. Elisa smiled a satisfying look. “We all die my Elvin kin Kulideb, no matter how long are enchanted blood gives us.” She then laughed as she prepared to bash in the delicate head of Kulideb. ooc I have PM you both Kulideb and GrayLeaf
Drindin 03-27-04, 11:07 AM	Reginald pressed on. The fight was hopeless, however. He fought and fought, slashing one way and then the other, but for every one he killed, two more would take it's place. "YOU MAY HAVE WON THE BATTLE!" He hollered at the top of his voice as the hakeshar and nishruu surrounded him. "BUT YOU'LL NAY WIN THE WAR! TO THE NINE WITH YOU ALL! I'LL BE WAITING FOR YOU!" The pressed in around him, and his became but another trampled corpse on the ground.
sculyblast 03-27-04, 11:58 AM	Mytus "Ladies!! there is no need for you to fight here!!" mytus said as he pushed the want of the queen out of Kulidebs direction. "Breadner Tie her up, and make sure she won't escape, so guard her.." breadner stood and tiedly tied kulideb up. "...and for you Elisa! you should know better then to waste our decoy that easily! your actions might be a bit direct and uncontrolled, work on that one before you make your next potential mistake!"
Savael 03-27-04, 03:31 PM	“Allright, on your feet my brethren!” Savael shouted to some nearby townsfolk as he clapped his hands together for extra effect “The messiah of Hillsfar has requested that we construct a bonfire out on the square before the castle, see to it that this is done would you?” He smiled contentedly as the townsfolk went off to perform their requested duties, to be in command was such a good thing... He turned on his heel to return to his lady’s side, but stopped dead in tracks as screams began to erupt amidst the celebrating townsfolk - what the devil was going on? He began to made his way through the mass of rapidly retreating townsfolk, yelling out as he went “All faithful of Messianica to me! Arm yourselves!” He pushed another commoner brusquely aside and froze yet again as his eyes widened in horror – that elf was charging Messianica! A tall, tawny-haired elf clad in armour made out of blue-tinted steel plates had charged out of the crowd towards Messianica, long sword held aloft above his head and closing distance fast! His breathing near panicking, he began to hurriedly fold out the newly mended blades of his gauntlet from their groves set into the back of his gloved hand. The smith he had assigned to the task had done quite a job at repairing his broken blades, but had feared less luckily with the trigger mechanism to unfold them... He could find time aplenty to brood about this afterwards though – as the moment called for drastic action! He began to run as fast as he could towards the advancing form of Tyrion, wrenching his dancing shield from his back. It still had a few dents here and there to remind him of it’s latest encounter with the red-haired fiend Khaira. The shields magical abilities wouldn’t be of too much use to him now though, seeing as how the non-magical zone that blanketed Hillsfar inhibited such things...
kulideb 03-27-04, 04:09 PM	(( I got your PM Elvin queen, cool with me!)) The elf was on focused Messianica, her back to the once elven queen. She heard the elven queens words but didnt pay them any attention. She heard some say tie her up. All she wanted to do was take her rage out on Messianica, for Agudos death and the deaths of so many others, for the lies about her beloved and any thing else that had upset her!
Agudo Archmage 03-28-04, 01:56 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Lady Hoot was making her early morning rounds, when she came upon Evander She smiled like all enchanted owls could and spoke with him. “Why hello! I don’t believe I have seen you around the school before. Allow me to introduce myself, I am Lady Hoot High Cleric of Light here. And whom might you be?” ((OOC DM Moment….A most Excellent post by Reginald!:bow: He played well and died better! :fight!::king::thumbsup: Thanks once again Drindin for jumping into the Agudo school once more… and you know your always welcome back :tiphat:
Leetah 03-28-04, 02:45 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongleetahinvisable.gif "MR REGINALD!!!" The girl's shriek echoed across the battlefield as the leader of the Tiger Knights slumped dead to the ground. He was now among the legion of lifeless shells that lay scattered across the battle line. Leetah gritted her teeth. "Enough. . .I wont let anymore die. . ." Leetah wished her voice hadn't sounded so shaky, it did nothing to improve her confidence. Halting her sprint as she approached her first group of fallen soldiers, Leetah kneeled down and scanned over the bodies. A few of them had started coughing up blood when she came near them, and others began to moan in agony. Not wanting to waste what little time the brave men had left, Leetah clasped her hands together and began to pray in a soft voice. The language she spoke in was still common, but it held a smooth and rhythmic quality to it. "Oh, blessed and humble hand of light, life and breath of Lord Pelor, come before me and show your great compassion and deliver us. . .” The healer paused, feeling the surge of positive energy well up inside of her. ". . .Cure Critical Wounds. . .MASS!" A burst of holy light erupted from the healer sending multiple waves of positive energy cascading towards the fallen soldiers. After the waves of energy slowly begin to dissipate into the air, several soldiers began to stir. Sadly, only fifteen men rise from the blood stained field; the rest of the warriors remained face down on the ground, either dead or still dying. Leetah frowned. She had hoped more would rise. Talking a deep breath, the young priestess called out to the healed soldiers. "FALL BACK MEN!!! FALL BACK!!! WE CAN NOT WIN!!! TRY TO ESCAPE WITH YOUR LIVES!!! FALL BACK!!!" Leetah felt her face go red from all the yelling; she wasn't used to raising her voice. Soldiers looked cluelessly in all directions as they tried to find the source of the voice that had issued the retreat. None of them appeared to see her; Leetah wondered why? Staring at each other in puzzlement, soldiers began to retreat. They all fell back towards the direction they had marched from, trying to get as far away from the battle as possible. Leetah dove in the opposite direction towards the next group of wounded men. No one ever stopped to give the girl a second look; several soldiers had even almost trampled over her as if they couldn't see that she was directly in front of them! It was bizarre. When Leetah got to the next group of casualties she performed the same healing spell again and ordered the revived soldiers to fall back. Once again, little more then ten men got up a responded to the order. The girl then moved to the next group, and the next. She was gradually making her way towards the bulk of the battle where Keldorn was fighting. She prayed the brave knight would be able to hold on for just a few more seconds. Soon, very soon, she'd be able to treat his wounds. Artwork copyright © 2003, Christopher C. Quigley
Rayek 03-28-04, 05:51 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongrayek.gif As Savael gets closer and closer to the elven threat, a hail of razor sharp arrows blanket the area in front of him. Standing at the source of those arrows is a tall statuesque figure donning a black cloak. A discarded brown cloak lay down at the ground beside his feet. "Well now, what have we here? An ally of Messianica?" Rayek drew back his bowstring, three new arrows pointed menacingly towards Savael. "I'm afraid I can't let you interrupt my friend's spar with her. You'll have to settle with me." Smiling, the elf released his hold on the bowstring and let lose the three projectiles. Dodging all three would be no easy task. Artwork copyright © 2003, Christopher C. Quigley
Tyrion Grayleaf 03-28-04, 06:19 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongtyrion.gif Tyrion watched with horror as Elisa drew back her silver rod. There was no denying what she clearly meant to do with it! But what could he do?!? Strike down his own queen?!? Surely he couldn't do that! That. . . that would be treason! . .His charge against Messianica hadn't even been resolved!! Defeating Messianica, he thought, must be his top priority! Maybe if he could defeat Messianica then his queen would see the light and turn to his side! There was no time! Tyrion spun on his heel and altered his charge. With a great cry of regret he forced himself to strike deep into Elisa's breast! . . Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
Savael 03-28-04, 02:56 PM	Savaels swift sprint across the cobbled marketplace came to a sudden and somewhat undignified halt in the face of a blanketing screen of arrows! Turning in the supposed direction of this new threat, the culprit was revealed to be a tall, somewhat shady-looking elf in the process of notching yet another clover of lethal arrows to his bowstring. "Well now, what have we here? An ally of Messianica?" the elf said. It sounded more like a statement than an actual question. “I’m afraid I can’t let you interrupt my friends spar with her. You’ll have to settle with me” the assailant continued, before releasing his hold on the taught bowstring, letting a trio of arrows fly towards him. Savael acted fast, or at least as fast as a man in half-plate armour could act in the space of perhaps a second or so. What the hell was he going to do?! This new opponent complicated things just a tad bit, and the pointy-eared scumbag definitely had a look about him that suggested – in anything - experience... He couldn’t just dodge the damn arrows, they’d hit someone in the crowd behind him and that was absolutely out of the question! No, all he could do at the moment was simply fling his shield up and hope for the best... How all those thoughts mannaged to flow through his mind in the few spare seconds before the arrows hit home was anyone’s guess.
Khaira 03-28-04, 08:49 PM	Khaira peeks around from another building to scan the crowd for any potential threats. And then she saw him...Savael, whom had her harp. She would kill him, and spread the bloody parts of his body all across the world! What are you waiting for? Go kill him! Destroy him! Annihalate him! It's pretty dangerous...surely his comrades won't stand by while I run my sword through his precious body... You didn't think of that before! Hurry! Charge him! Before it is too late! The bard finally appeared to have made a decision. Then she saw Rayek, making his own attack against Savael. Dammit, no! That man was hers! Hers, and hers alone! She drew her swords out of their sheaths as she began to jog over to where Rayek and Savael stood fighting. As she neared them, she slowed to a brisk walk. Her voice was a thundering roar, uttering a command to Rayek. "No, Rayek! Fall back! Help Tyrion; this man is mine, and mine alone! Ours is a fight for blood, a fight that we never got to finish!" She looks upon Savael; if her blades didn't work now, and her harp didn't utter that lovely, melodic magical affinity to her, then his shield wouldn't work ... would it? And as he looks to her, she grins. A quite demonic grin, in fact, full of ... pleasure? "Do not look so surprised, Savael. You did not truly think that you could kill me with one shot, did you? If you value your life, aye, and your blood, hand over my harp!" With those words, she extended a blade at his head. It would only take a matter of seconds for her to sever the man's head from his body. Without taking her eyes off of Savael, she speaks to Rayek. "He is mine, Rayek; if you hold any honor in your body, allow me this one retribution."
Evander-Sunstrike 03-28-04, 09:02 PM	Evander stopped suddenly as he came upon...an owl? Some familiar, perhaps? But then ... then the owl had spoken! Owls weren't supposed to speak, they were to supposed to fly and hoot and sleep...maybe some magic transmutation...He found himself a little frustrated. Didn't these people communicate? Nonetheless, the elf bows to the Lady Hoot, High Cleric of Light. "Greetings, m'lady Hoot. I am Evander Sunstrike, humble Har...er...adventurer and bladesinger. I already spoke to one among your ranks ... I forget his name. You would not have seen me, for I have only just arrived this past eve. Are you the Master of this school?" He withheld certain details of his journey, like his mission, as well as what he had seen on his journey down. Funny, the reports and said nothing about a talking owl....he idly wondered what else was wrong in the report...
Elvin Queen 03-29-04, 12:14 AM	Mytus pushed her before the crushing blow could kill Kulideb. “Are you insane?” But she never heard the answer, for her own brethren Tyrion a righteous Elvin blade crushed her chest, with a single blow, sending Elisa flying backwards. Her head hit the ground with a sickening sound. Elisa coughed up blood then open one good eye. “Messianica my sister save me” Elisa looked up to the stars, not seeing any thing any more.
Messianica the Savior 03-29-04, 12:42 AM	http://nwn.unforgottenrealms.net/downloads/portraits/lyn05_lg.jpg Messianica was horrified at what she saw, the barbaric Elf in armor charged out of know where and murdered Elisa. “No! Elisa” She kicked at Kulideb throwing her off and ran to Elisa. Taking her sister Elf’s head in her own hands , she cradled it softly. Sobbing and she did so. “Please don’t Die Elisa” As Messianica held Elisa she closed her eyes and said a sweet prayer. During that prayer, her union with the Nishruu was in focus. Messianica could see through the creatures that the army of light was being devastated. She then lifted her head and started to laugh. “You pathetic misguided hero of light” Messianica said this to Tyrion here eyes blazing with anger. “You murdered good person who came to me freely. I was being attacked by Kulideb for no other reason than me ordering Kulideb held prisoner. I am the leader of this city and you so called Warrior of light. Have committed evil! By assuming to be in the right and not knowing why Elisa was saving me.” Taking out her Mace she held it high. “What I do now is for all free people” She charges to Tyrion but at the last second jumps over the Knightly elf and lands behind him. Attempting to bash his head in.
sculyblast 03-29-04, 02:15 AM	Lampey Mytus noted to Lampey, This was lampey's change to proof himself a worthy bodyguard of messianica as Mytus had told him to be. Lampey stood and grabbed his sling: "Mylady I think I should do this act for you, Helator has assigned me to make sure you will not get any harm, I will gladly show this Barbarian some manners." then lampeys stepped forward and swinged his sling 3 times, and 3 bullets where heading in tyrion's way
kulideb 03-29-04, 02:25 AM	The elf spun round in time to see Tyrion attack Elisa. Time seemed to stand still, the elf felt as if she were on some other twisted plane. She really wished Agudo was here to make sence out of all this maddness. She watched as some one used a sling sending three bullets in Tyrions direction. The elf had saved her life, she made a dive for Tyrion. In hope of knocking him out of the bullets path.
Good Knight 03-29-04, 04:18 PM	Outside the city! Before Firecam had fallen, he had heard the dying call of Reginald. Keldorn thought for just a moment, a true knight an example to us all. May Reginald be remembered for his bravery and dedication to Righteousness. But now on the ground battered and near death, with blood covering him, was Keldorn Firecam the Knight of the RadiantHeart Order “Leetah over here my sweet let me say good by to you” .
Leetah 03-29-04, 07:43 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongleetahinvisable.gif "Don't talk like that Sir. . ." The soft voice came from directly above Keldorn, though no priestess was visibly present. "I'm sorry I took so long. I tried to save as many men as I could before reaching you. . ." Keldorn could feel two hands gently come down on the large gash on his forehead. A soft magical glow began to emanate by the wound as Keldorn's pain slowly subsided. The swelling in his left eye began to dwindle away and his shoulder relocated it's self with a loud POP! Two invisible hands stained with blood withdrew from the knight. Gradually, the blood began to disappear on them as well. "How do you feel Sir?" Artwork copyright © 2003, Christopher C. Quigley
Tyrion Grayleaf 03-29-04, 07:59 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongtyrion.gif Tyrion looked at the blood on his sword. . . What had he done!? He was a Knight Protector. . . A proud Knight Protector of the Great Kingdom! . . Whoever heard of a Knight Protector slaying his own Queen! But he had to! He had to save the captive! The Army of Light. . . He had joined the Army of Light because he believed it was fighting for a just purpose! He had traveled with the army since the very beginning and gotten to know many of it's commanders, albeit, he had never approached any of them. . . Kulideb. . . while she might hot have been a top ranking officer, she fought alongside the Army of the Light! There was also gossip among the soldiers that she was deeply in love with the Army Commander, and the Army Commander deeply in love with her. Some people even said the commander had denounced a Goddess for Kulideb! Tyrion didn't know whether to believe that, but the point was Kulideb had to be a good person! His decision to save Kulideb's life had to have been the right choice! . . . But if it was, then why was his sword shaking so much. . .? Before Tyrion knew it, something fast brushed against the tip of one of his ears and the ground quickly hit him from behind! Kulideb was with him. "My. . My lady!? Are you alright!?" She was on the ground with him, villagers were running about everywhere and more and more people seemed to be rushing to Messianica's side. There was someone else with a sling now. Tyrion quickly got up on his feet and took out his shield, he had a feeling he would need it now. Messianica had been saying something to him, the word barbarian stood out. And then he heard another call him a barbarian! "I am Tyrion Grayleaf! Knight Protector of the Great Kingdom!!! I have come to destroy the evil that taints these lands!" Tyrion spoke much more softly to Kulideb. "M'Lady, I want to thank you for before. . . The Army of Light is just outside the west gate, do you think you can make it to them? If we stay here for too long, we will all surely be swallowed in this sea of chaos!" Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
Agudo Archmage 03-29-04, 08:20 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley “ Evander it is a lovely day to meet new people such as yourself. As adventure it is an exciting life to lead.” She then looks sadly away then back at Evander. ” The Headmaster is Agudo, yet at this time I am in charge of Administration of the school. Just recently Khaira a Bardic teacher, has been given the honorable position of stewardship of the school. In away its some what like a Headmaster, until we can reanimate Agudo.” Changing the subject she smiles like all enchanted owls can and asks. “So you have come here for knowledge?”
Evander-Sunstrike 03-29-04, 09:42 PM	He listens to the Lady Hoot talk about Agudo being the Headmaster and this "Khaira" being the steward of the school. He pondered idly why the Headmaster needed be reanimated. Was he stone?Trapped somewhere? "If you don't mind me asking, my Lady Hoot, why does the Lord Agudo need to be re-animated? Did he lose a fight with the dreaded basilisk? " And then she was asking him about why he was here. Was he searching for knowledge? Damn, how did she read his mind like that?! He would have to hide his thoughts more carefully...He smiled, in spite of himself. "My only search, my Lady, is on the road, searching for adventure, life, and honor. Yet ... I do find this school quite interesting...though I do feel intrusive, coming in like this, without nary word nor deed to anybody. Tell me more about this school...what were its origins? Who founded it? What kind of classes are taught here, and by what instructors?"
Gene_Kynes 03-29-04, 10:35 PM	(( I've been grounded. Again. Sorry. Won't be on for a week...er...sorry...:/)) Gene's dissapearence wasn't complete...he most certainly concealed himself...his dance-like movements blurring the rogue's vision...but he stuck to the shadows...shadow-dancing (Hardie har har.)...an illusion masking a shadow. I...asked...if you played chess, Jackal. Then you'd know my moves. Kheldar soon saw a dark figure flash out into the centre of the circle, standing calmly...but still, with wavy movements. (( Ah, the battle between two epic killers. One, the traditional swashbuckler, the other the traditional Shadowdancer/Assassin. The arena makes it terribly boring...I do hope none'll mind my next move, I'm playing on the assumption that psionics are seperate from magic in this campaign, right? And no...it's not OMG HE'S SUDDENLY PSIONIC...Gene himself isn't psionic at all. Also...I hope you won't metagame with the following information...)) If Kheldar strikes at the figure, even with ranged assaults... Kheldar can feel icy eyes staring down at him...if Kheldar had indeed used his deathly aim to strike at the figure, the bolt was seemingly followed...as it struck the quarterstaff proping up Gene's oversized cloak. ...and then the world seemingly lost it's color. Another shadowy figure stepped from the crowd...tearing off a peasant's shirt, revealing a form-fitting undershirt that holsters a single light crossbow on the left shoulder, whilst keeping many shuriken on hand on the right shoulder. A dirt-smudged grin (Compared to what Gene looked like now, the scar facade was a child's paper mask) offered little distraction from the glowing device in Gene's hand...a shard of black ice, at first glance. Closer inspection reveals a black gem of sorts, seemingly...draining...color, from the air around it. A flash of monochromal light...and those surrounding Gene, without eye protection, are blinded for a split second... ...and find a few of their number, gone. Seemingly...every major player within the tragic war was taken...abducted! But those who were actually snatched find an entirely different world...they find themselves within the ruins of Hillsfar in the Shadowplane, standing in the mockery of the city. Pillars, smashed into their sectioned stones, litter the streets, while a statue of a faceless man gripping a hangman's noose in his stony grasp stands were "Messi" once was...the woman herself being brought before the statue. The cool Shadow Plane breeze blows through this area...dragging along that same bloody cloak of Gene's with it, being stopped only by it's tugging at the shadowdancer's shoulder. "Woman, I have no idea what you did to that place...but..." Gene smirked, twirling his short sword around. It was strange, to see the man in this little amount of clothing...while being too much for your average trapdodger, (Or springer), still revealing enough to display the rune-like scars of oriental script along his arms. "...the scent of magic is gone. Dead. No advantage is to be found here, I suppose...save for terrain familiarity." Gene shrugs. "Either way...let's not dissapoint the ladies, Kheldar. Let's fight like puppets, die like dogs, and be buried as all assassins are...with no grave, thrown into a ditch or given a false name and tossed into a necropolis." Giving a dangerous grin...flicking his blades towards himself in a subtle taunt, before slipping into what's seemingly a graveyard of stone soldiers. (( OOC:. Sorry, sorry...if the DM or Sub-DM dissagrees, then...tell me. And I'll buzzap it. Basically...they're in a dead-magic shadowplane zone...a corrupted version of Hillsfar. Ruined. Occaisonal symbols of everyone's mixed reactions to the situations...and since I don't control Hillsfar, you can describe a particular area if you wish. I felt as if the cramped circle was terrible for two rogues to fight, and it'd end up in a Cheesefest if they didn't get the space they needed. For two Fighters, sure. Have a ball, Mr.Human Wall and Sir Arrowfodder. :P. Anyway...there's weaknesses in the Shadow/Material barriers, which may be interesting to fall through..but there's essentially a massive shadow where Gene was once standing...a one-way portal to the plane. Does anyone really mind this psionic teleportation, or should it stick? Once again, I'll remove it if anyone minds. The Psionic Transmuter will just..glitch out. :P.)) If Kheldar doesn't attack the figure Well, then...the figure just kinda chills out, standing still and sneaky and so totally not a cloak. :P ((OOC: Please don't kill me for leaving you with this massive scene change...:/. *whimper.*)) If the Shadow Plane Rift is opened...the outer visual effects are: ...the sky seems to've had something drained from it...well...alot drained from it. A purple ring sits in the heavens, it's centre being the shadow rift...the sky seemingly on the verge of tears, on the verge of a torrental rain. The sun seems to be heavily veiled by the clouds, it's light poor, and thickly filtered. From all of the epic battles fought in this conflict, this one most certainly seems one of the most ominous. (( OOC: ...please don't kill me for attempting this? Wanted to give people something to play with while I dissapeared for a little. :/ Anyway..Kheld, check yer PM, and everyone else...happy RPing!)) ((OOC: And don't kill me! ))
Agudo Archmage 03-30-04, 02:38 AM	OOC DM Moment:angel: I shall alow this magic by Gene do to the fact that the Anti magic zone is being destroyed by the battle with the army of light. Just outside the city with the monsters that eat magic. Basicly many of the creatures died and some magic is starting to work again....But I said some! Soooo it still up to me the DM what does and does not work :smirk:
Kheldar Devaentar 03-30-04, 05:41 AM	. . . The assassin is still nowhere to be seen. . .
Agudo Archmage 03-30-04, 10:10 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley “Well Evander the school its self is based on the principles of following the Light. Teaching young Clerics, Wizards, Bards, Druids, Knights, and so on, in truth and knowledge of the Light. She nods her head at two young female students on their way to class. “Agudo and myself founded this school a couple of years ago. With help from are friends we were able to build two towers. One is a Dormitory Tower, for students and faculty to rest and the other is the Wizards Tower. It’s used in teaching a verity of classes, not just wizardry. Then there is my pride and joy the Cathedral of Light.” Lady Hoot looked fondly at her surroundings. People come to be inspired in the Cathedral, as well as the main area for my Cleric classes. She smiles “As far as teachers as you have just heard I am the Head Cleric and teacher for such studies. We have a Bard Teacher, Khaira who is away at the moment and a Druid teacher by the name of Lady Astrianna. Are Rogue/Spy class is currently in need of a new teacher, after the departure of its instructor Gene. Aerie the wife of the Headmaster is teaching Wizardry, and subbing for Agudo in his History class. Keldorn Firecam teaches the Knight Classes and that about it. I hope I have answered your questions?”
Finwe 03-30-04, 10:48 PM	Seeing all the fights break out for such matters that are so trivial, Finwe feels great pain, and thinks to himself, "So much death and destruction shall be wrought among the righteous because they do not know what righteousness truly is. The views of the wise are distorted by language, and the wise are warped to fit their own warped vews."
Messianica the Savior 03-31-04, 12:48 AM	http://nwn.unforgottenrealms.net/downloads/portraits/lyn05_lg.jpg Messianica nearly falls sideways as her weapon misses. Seeing that it was Kulideb who saved him. “You Kulideb are earning my wrath” She runs up to the knight and the mousy elf, kicking Kulideb as hard as she can. Then turning to the knight n Tyrion, Messianica takes out her sword tipped in poison “My punishment for you is death” The sword plunges at his chest, in an almost blurring manner.
Good Knight 03-31-04, 12:59 AM	Keldorn felt the hilling touch of Leetah, and breathed deeply. “Leetah you risked your life for me.” A tear formed in his eye. “Thank you” He then grabbed her hand. “We must run! This battle is lost, most of the troops are destroyed. I can only pray others have escaped as well”
kulideb 03-31-04, 02:29 AM	The elf felt the impact of a kick to her rear sending her flying. She spat out a mouth full of dirt and looked around. "Messianica!" She shouted as she saw the lady lunge at Tyrion. She threw a hand full of sandy eath, hoping the lady would look her way and end up with sand in her eyes. The elf felt a little guilty at using such a dirty trick, but needs must she thought to her self.
Savael 03-31-04, 09:25 AM	Savael steadied himself from the blow of Rayeks arrows. His shield shook violently as one of them thudded into his hastily erected defence... That was one of them at least, but there had been at least three on the bowstring. What of the other two? His question was answered a split second later as a second arrow bore itself through the leather and mail covering of his left thigh, while something that had to be the third arrow whistled past his temple... It had been a lucky break. The throbbing pain in his thigh was a reminder if anything, about the potency of close-range archery, but he would have to take that into consideration some other time. For the moment, there was going to be retribution. And then she appeared. Her red mane of hair flowing behind her like a warlords banner, stating her presence upon the field of battle. Her intent was undoubtedly murderous, and cold unshakeable fury gleamed in her green eyes as she trotted calmly out of the embrace of the dispersing crowd like a dangerous steam-powered contraption designed by some madman with a gnomish accent. "Do not look so surprised, Savael. You did not truly think that you could kill me with one shot, did you? If you value your life, aye, and your blood, hand over my harp!" Kill her? No, no of course not... whatever had he been thinking. Those eyes of hers gleaming crimson as they did... Whatever she was, she damn well wasn’t all elven, that was for sure. Just then however, a blinding flash of light rendered his eyesight inefficient for a few seconds, and by the sound of things he wasn’t the only one. Regardless though, if all she desired of him was her precious little toy... then... No! He made a clumsy dodge away from Khaira’s drawn blades, struggling himself - blind and wounded – to his feet. “I – I may value my hart-blood more than you can know Khaira, but you will have none of what is mine by right of might!” He stood up shakily, and wobbled slowly away from both of his sudden assailants, not daring to turn his back on them as he brought his shield up once more. He then noted with something akin to delayed shock the sudden change of scenery brought on by the unidentified burst of light. Where ever he was at the moment if was not a place he liked the looks of, he had to get out of here – and fast!
Rayek 03-31-04, 05:21 PM	"He is mine, Rayek; if you hold any honor in your body, allow me this one retribution." http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongrayek.gif Rayek let out a grunt, as his eyes calculated the damage he had done to his opponent. Only one of his arrows had hit home, and it was the least lethal of the three. The other two that had been aimed towards Savael's neck and torso were either laying harmlessly on the ground or stuck into Savael's shield. The cloaked elf frowned. "I abandoned honor for results a long time ago Kharia. . ." Rayek pulled out another arrow, but before he drew it back along his bowstring he glanced up towards Kharia. There was a look of absolute fury in her eyes, a look that Rayek had become far to accustomed to in his past. The elf lowered his bow. ". . .I do, however, respect an old grudge. Just don't underestimate him bard. He's a lot faster than he looks in that full plate." Turning around to acquire a new target, Rayek's world suddenly goes white as he's blinded by some terrible incandescence! Yelling out in frustration, the elf raises his bow an listens carefully for any sudden movements towards him. Artwork copyright © 2003, Christopher C. Quigley
Tyrion Grayleaf 03-31-04, 06:30 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongtyrion.gif Tyrion quickly swung his sword in a wide arc to parry Messianica's dripping blade. When the two swords hit, Elisa's blood sprayed on each of them. The noble woman's blood felt like acid across Tyrion's face. He still regretted his decision, whether it had been the right one or not. Tyrion's blade clashed against Messianica's blade again, and yet again. Messianica never left one spot open for long. The woman certainly knew what she was doing when it came to sword play, although her decision to use a poisoned blade was absolutely distasteful. The battle ground changed around everyone. The sturdy looking city of Hillsfar transformed into an awful, twisted ruins deprived of any color. Even his opponent looked as gray as everything else around her. The battlefield had changed, yes, but the fighting between the two hadn't. Each of them would have been a fool to think the change of scenery would have distracted either of them for a second. Tyrion gracefully parried another swing from Messianica, and then launched a counter attack but only succeeded in slicing empty space. Having failed that attack, he tactically retreated with his shield up. He would wait for Messianica to charge him, then attack while her defense was lowered. Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
Kheldar Devaentar 03-31-04, 07:52 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif Kheldar grinned to himself, this was all pointless. He counted the players he saw assembled in the Shadow Plane. Himself, Gene, Messianica, Savael, someone he assumed was Mytus, Kulideb, Khaira, Rayek, Tyrion, a draconic creature trying to pass himself off as a local of Hillsfar, and some other man that appeared to be one of Mytus' lackeys. . . Everyone was there. . . He looked over to his employer, she seemed to be having fun with her new opponent. A loud-mouthed idiot who glorified justice and what not. Kheldar pondered over whether he should swoop down there and protect her or not. Technically his contract to protect her had been finished the moment she had made the new contract to assassinate Agudo. But she did still have her fist clenched around his soul, that had to count for something. Kheldar dropped down behind Messianica. Gene could run loops around those stone statues for all the difference it would make for Agudo. "Messianica dear," Kheldar waited for her to finish making a swing at Tyrion before continuing. "Agudo's soul is burning away in Hillsfar, I dropped the thinaun dagger off in some fire just after my episode with the crossbow bolts." Kheldar grinned as Tyrion started to attack. "I saw the look on your face sis, did you actually think I was going to hit you?! Oh come on, you can give me more credit than that! Any way, the deed is done. Everyone's trapped in this plane so there's no worry about anyone attempting a rescue. So can ya let me go free?" Kheldar took out his crossbow and began to screw on his little metal loop to the front end of it. The effects of the anti-magic field were lessening somehow, he could weakly feel the augmentations of some of his equipment. "I'll even see what I can do about Judas and Goldilocks for ya. * * * Somewhere in some patch of fire in Hillsfar lies the dagger with Agudo's soul trapped inside of it. The dagger was far from black now, it was beginning to glow red and starting to loose it's shape. ((Sorry Gene, I had to make Agudo feel the heat. :devil: But I'm still looking forward to a good fight! And nobody better teleport out of the Shadow Plane! Mwa ha ha haa!.)) Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
Gene_Kynes 03-31-04, 08:52 PM	Gene's image faded away...and all Kheldar could see was the Shadovar flickering before the rogue, his cloak twirling as a whirlwind of glistening shuriken spread from the figure...and with another leap, the man was gone, hiding within himself. (( I love the twist! :D!)) Somewhere, within the ruined remains of an ominous tower...the cold sight of a crossbow locked onto the "angellic" figure in the wrecked courtyard...still panting from his "fast hiding", and his weak shadowjump...some of the magic was still alive, at the very least. It was all too hasty for his liking...but he didn't care. His position was awkward enough...he tried not to break the outline of the shattered window...he didn't stand out. But...he was more than sure the rogue would hear the sailing bolt... Distraction. Gene smirked...and quietly slowed his breathing, stopping the rhythmic bouncing of the sight...before pulling the trigger once. Reload. Twice. Reload. Thrice. He was gone from his position, the weapon left in it's "nest"...and the Shadowdancer nowhere to be seen.
Finwe 03-31-04, 08:52 PM	Originally posted by Kheldar Devaentar *snipy*a draconic creature trying to pass himself off as a local of Hillsfar*snipy* I said it once to messy, and I'll say it again to you: Bloody communists can't tell a half celestial apart from a half dragon! Finwe is a half celestial half *wouldn't you like to know?* *Disclaimer: no offense is actually meant to anyone who might be a communist. Its just a political joke (because "messy's" scociety has some values which are like the origanal values of communism. Don't try to get into a political debate though, or htis thread might be locked.)
Messianica the Savior 04-01-04, 12:07 AM	http://nwn.unforgottenrealms.net/downloads/portraits/lyn05_lg.jpg (ooc the Knife with Agudo will be left in the real city of Redemption. But everyone else who went with Gene in the Shadow magic place can still be there.) Tyrion had gotten a couple of lucky hits in. Messianica held her left arm that now bled. Hearing Kheldar she smiled at his words of intrigue. Spiting some blood on the ground, as she pants for breath. But not letting her guard down as she eyes the knight. “Kheldar your words have ill timing to them, for my life may yet be snuffed out. Know this my sweet assassin, the only way to free yourself, is to lay with me one night!” She then winks at him. “And within a few months, I shall bring forth your child that causes the bonding to end.” She then looks back at her enemy the deadly Knight Tyrion. “Sadly that must wait my cute Rogue, for I shall not leave the justice my beloved sister Elisa rightly needs” Charging once more she leaps high, then swing low at the shield hand of Tyrion
Finwe 04-01-04, 12:31 AM	Before Messianica can even touch Tyrion's shield, or he counterstrike, Finwe leepsbetween the two combatants. Two swords, seemingly made of pure energy, crackling brilliant white light in the darkness of the plane, extend from each of his hands to the throats of both cambatants. His eyes blaze with energy from within, and his breathing is heavy as he says, his voice resonationg throughout the "arena," "Enough blood has been shed here; too much blood. If either of you persist in this fight, the only blood spilt shall be of the one who continues the fight. Elisa made a choice, Messianica, a choice which she alone could have made, and for you to assult Tyrion for Elisa's choice is an afront to her honor. Tyrion, you made a choice as well, although this time I hope you will make a wise one, not a foolish one."
sculyblast 04-01-04, 02:57 AM	when messianica was hit lampey swinged his sling again, this time 3 hits tyrion was just about to find out the effect of lampeys special bullets.
Branth 04-01-04, 09:48 AM	Branth had been laying quietly with his two of his three draonic eyelids closed when Gene had pulled everyone out of Hillsfar. But for some reason the little dragon was over looked! Maybe it was because he was hiden, maybe it was because he's so small, but either way he had escaped that teleportation! o O(Now what Branth? How are we going to keep an eye on the fight if we're nowhere near it! I thinking, I thinking! ) Just then he notices the bonfire the locals had gathered around had something shiny in it. Something very familiar... o O( It's there Branth! It's there, quick pick it out. ) With a flip flap of his wings Branth launchs himself into the sky, then into the fire. Locals scream as they see a dragon, even a small one, appear from nowhere. Bracing himself for what he's about to do, he flies at the dagger, scooping it up in his claws. o O( OOOOOWWWWWW! Hot! Go to where we last left the army of light, I should be there! Then YOU carry. It HOT! ) He takes off over the heads of the crowd, the hot knife burning into his claws as he holds it tightly. It burns him, but he does not let go. He holds tighly even though he can feel and smell his flesh burning. He starts to blank out, just outside of Hillsfar. Having no choice, he lands and drops the knife briefly. o O( How are you going to carry this? ) Branth looks at the Dagger briefly then down at his poor burned claws. Then he gets it. o O( Talons fireproof! I use those. ) He picks the Dagger quickly back up, using just his talons this time instead of the whole claw. Watching carefully to make sure it doesn't slip he heads for where the Army of the Light had left Agudo's body. *********************((And now attack of Agudo's EGO!)) A short while later Branth is over the Armies abondoned campsite. Tents lay in smoldering ruins, equipment trampled everywhere. He heads for the small tent that was to one side of the comand tent, the one tent that for some odd reason is still intact. Ducking inside of it he finds Agudo's body, which the army had never really gotten around to doing anything with. In fact, he still had that BIG HOLE in his head. His robes where still covered in blood, and he still had that blank expersion on his face. o O( Well you still look the same as always. Why yes I am as....HEY wait a minute there, show some reaspect for your headmaster! Well Head guy, what now? Well, I guess you just stick the dagger back into that hole in my head. How that get me back in me? Well, put your burned foot on the handle of the dagger and hopefully I can do the transfore for both of us. I hope so. No want to be stuck with YOu rest of life! Want to die in peace some day! Well I should be able to...Hey are you saying I talk to much? Now see here Branth.... Shut up Agudo! ) Rather then keep argueing, Branth aims the tip of the Dagger back into the hole in Agudo's head. With a few taps he gets it back in, then he places his burned claw on the handle. The heat of the warm dagger has cooled slightly, but it's still enough to hurt as he waits to see what happens...... ((OOC: And I'll leave the details to Agudo. Yes thats right folks, that voice that was driving poor Branth crazy this whole time was none other then AGUDO himself! For some reason when Kheldar killed Agudo, Agudo's souls ended up in Branth, and a most of Branth went into the dagger. Don't ask me how it worked, I have no clue :confused: but now it's up to Agudo to make it all right again. Will Branth be himself or will the poor boy be forced to hear Agudo's voice in his head forever? Stay tuned....))
Khaira 04-01-04, 09:48 AM	She saw Savael dodge out of the way of her blades, and it would just take one quick thrust. One quick thrust and it would be over. Savael would be dead, her harp would be in her hands again. The beautiful harp, passion flowing throughout...She readied her blades and ... The light! ARRRGH! No, I can't see; what is going on?! Savael, is this some trick of yours, some vile, dishonorable trick up your sleeve? Curse you, Savael! Curse you to the damnable depths of the Abyss for disobeying the Standards of Engagement! As quickly as the light had come, it was gone.She was here ... where ever "here" was. She saw Savael then - he was right there. She would finish it here! "Savael! En garde!"
Rayek 04-01-04, 12:51 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongrayek.gif "FINWE!" Rayek's vision was still blurred, but the elf could see well enough to make out the happenings among Tyrion, Messianica, and the half-celestial. "What the hell are you doing!? Since when is the creator of an Adamantine Colossus, a construct whose sole purpose was to end the lives of thousands, so concerned about the casualties of this war? If you don't believe in the battle you're fighting for then beat it! Otherwise, stop being such a damn hypocrite and turn those bladed hands of yours towards the enemy!" Rayek was pointing at Messianica, his vision now fully restored. (( OOC Time )) AAAAAHHHH!!! Please forgive me! I know Rayek's a total bastard, but please note that his views DO NOT coincide with my own. In other words, please don't think that I want you to leave just because my character told your character to "beat it." I just want to make sure you understand this. Please don't take any personal offence to what Rayek says to your character. Artwork copyright © 2003, Christopher C. Quigley
Drindin 04-01-04, 01:31 PM	Mr. T really shouldn't need ta say this, but APRIL FOOLS, Foo'!
kulideb 04-01-04, 02:56 PM	The elf thought it best to stay out of the fight going on round Messianica, as she didnt want to get in Tyrion way. She moved away to the edge of the crowd, closing her eyes she tried to contact Branth. ~Branth, did you find the knife?~ She hoped he had heard her, it was a little hard to concentrate with the chaos going on around her.
Finwe 04-01-04, 05:31 PM	http://www.angelfire.com/falcon/peregrin5/castredmage.GIF Suddenly, Finwe begins to change. His robes start to turn a bright redish cromson, and a matching coloured wizard's hat, becked with a feather, apears on top of it. He is half Munchkin!!! The gos quake in fear, for red mage has been reborn! "APRIL FOOLS!" he yells. ;)
Finwe 04-01-04, 06:28 PM	Turning to Rayek, his swords still at the necks of the two combatants, Finwe speaks, with a slight smirk on his face, "When adressing one of the most powerful people on teh continent, it is generaly not a good idea to tell that person to "beat it." War, in some cases, is the best course of action. Your mind may not be able to see that far, small and closed as it is, but there are some who can. When people see the pontless death of thousands who are fighting because thier leaders are blinded by their own wisdom, they begin to think. War is not an option for the people of Faerun. Too many times have I seen pride and militarism destroy countless civilizations." P.S. Sculy, remember FOD. Tyrion isn't neccesarily hit by your bullets.
Tyrion Grayleaf 04-01-04, 09:18 PM	((Well, if Tyrion belongs in Ulthuan, then doesn't Finwe belong in Noldor, or Formenos. . . or. . . dead? :P)) http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongtyrion.gif As Finwe turned to face Rayek, Tyrion seized the opportunity and drew his other sword. A bright, blue brilliance fiercely radiated from the fiery blade of his new weapon. Tyrion's brilliant energy weapon was working now! He had thought it might after seeing what Finwe had done. With the same swift arc he had used to draw his sword he intercepted Finwe's flaming blade from his neck. The two sword's connected. Any other sword made of metal would have passed right through Finwe's blade. That's what made brilliant energy weapons so dangerous, they traveled straight through metal. Metal, such as, armor. "What's the meaning of this my lord?" Tyrion demanded of Finwe, "Allies of the light do not go for each other's throats, what are you playing at?" Just then the Elven knight felt two bullets bounce off his fullplate and one clock him in the forehead! Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley ((Bah, I don't like retro-gaming. :) If the bullets hit, they hit. Now we can see what they do. . . Just keep in mind I'm not relinquishing my freedom of destiny by letting them hit.)) PS: Ph34r the red mage! :eek: Why? Well why not? ;)
Finwe 04-01-04, 09:50 PM	OOC: The blade wasn't meant to decaptitate, but to give warning. You might have known this, but from your post I can't tell very well. http://www.angelfire.com/falcon/peregrin5/cool_mage_dude.JPG see my 1337 pics skills? "The MEANING of this is that this is a pointless fight. No matter which side prevails, the forces of light shall have lost at least one more star. Your attacking Messianica is as bad as if you were to attack Agudo or Khaira." P.S. Think of it as him having cast "Walk between campaign settings" P.P.S. Finwe belongs in Mandos, or formerly in TIrion. Not in Noldor. He IS a Noldor. P.P.P.S. I Pitty da foo who messes wit da tolkien nerd! P.P.P.P.S. How is Tyrion holding TWO swords and a shield?
Kheldar Devaentar 04-01-04, 10:40 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif Kheldar continued to twist the small metal loop into the front end of his crossbow. He chuckled lightly. "It seems as though the self-proclaimed warriors of justice are going to kill themselves. . . And I thought only villains fought amongst themselves" The laughter that followed after that seemed just as genuine, but deep inside Kheldar wondered if he would end up fighting Messianica to save himself. Suddenly Kheldar's intuitive sense of danger alerted him of an attack coming from his flank. He ducked just in time to have a crossbow bolt fly over him. He quickly turned the loop on his crossbow to it's side, so the opening was perpendicular and out of the way of his bolts. He then fired four shots into the air. The first two deflected two more incoming crossbow bolts, the last two flew through a broken glass window. Kheldar silently cursed when he heard them both clank against a stone wall. "Gene! I'm right in the middle of an untimely meeting at the moment, do ya mind?" Kheldar knew his meeting with Messianica was poorly timed. He had hoped it would force her to make a hasty decision and set his soul free. . . But. . . but she had suggested baby making of all things to free his soul??! He could just see Tara's sapphire eyes match the fiery color of her hair if he decided to go along with that! "Messianica, I don't want to twist things any worse than they already are. . ." A baby from him and Messianica? What would it be? A cunning smart-ass who would want to take over the world? Even as he thought about it Kheldar kept an eye and ear our for Gene. ". . . So how about I trade my soul's freedom for your life? I can help you. You're not going to be sleeping with anyone if you don't make it out of here." Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley ((More OoC: :) Mandos, Tirion, I wasn't sure - Rayek's player knew the proper name, I should have waited for him to post I guess. I just quickly looked up the name Finwe on the net. :) *EDIT* Aman, isn't it? I knew the sword to the throat was a warning of sorts. But I roleplay my characters' actions based on what my characters know. ;) Tyrion didn't very well know whether Finwe wanted to cut off his head or not. And I thought it would be assumed Tyrion discarded his metal sword in place of his new one. . . But I suppose when I assume I make a-* never mind. . . point is, Tyrion is wielding his brilliant energy weapon now, not his metal sword. (for those who thought he had 3 arms - what?! you didn't assume he had three arms did you?) ;)))
Agudo Archmage 04-01-04, 10:58 PM	The knife slipped in to Agudo head, at the same time Branth can feel his body become week. Darkness surrounds them, Branth falls to the ground next to Agudo and the two who were one are now separate. Yet Agudo body is still dead it does not breath. The suspended animation put on his body, has kept Agudo fresh but that is all. Does Branth live? Does Agudo? We shall see
Faeryl 04-02-04, 01:15 AM	((OOC - My bad.)
Faeryl 04-02-04, 01:24 AM	In the dark of the morn, the rain pours down, perhaps symbolizing the sadness of the day. It is perpetual rain, unrelenting, soaking those to the bone who dare to venture outside. Before the birds began to play their song for the beauty of the world, before the bright golen orb rises up to bless the world with its light and warm, a figure walks in through the Gates of the School. Mystery, intrigue, and secretiveness shroud the identity of this person. So deep is the darkness of her black cloak trimmed with silver, as well as her hood, that one cannot tell if she is male or female, much less her race. The figure is hunched off, posessing obvious weariness from weeks on the road, perhaps running. The figure's steps are soundless, almost reverent, perhaps, and her cloak and hood, the whole of it, cling to her. The cloak is torn and mutilated, as if it were the only thing left in her possession, as it very well may be. Inside the darkness of the concealing, soaking wet garments, lies ... somebody. Ever-Blessed Elistraee, that I may find solace in this place, I turn to you. Oh, Dancing Mother, that I shall not have to fight and run, nor take another life, I turn to you. That those with blind minds may not take the head whose face this belongs to, I turn to you. Let this be the end of the road, Ever-Dancing Mother. For this, I pray to thou.
Savael 04-02-04, 05:03 AM	As the world around him slowly slouched into something resembeling visibility once more, Savael stole a quick glance at his surroundings... Where was he? The toppled pillars and ruined buildings bore some ressembelance to those of Hillsfar... but how could this be? Was this some image of the future to come? Would the Army of Light triumph over the city defenses and wreack such havoc upon the good townsfolk that the finished result of their frenzied pillaging would be something like... this? His attention was forced back to reality at the sound of Khairas voice Savael! En garde! The figure of Khaira was moving ever closer towards him - blurring slightly at the edges... If that was due to the effects of some enchantment of hers, or simply his eyes playing tricks with him he did not know... He slashed at the air with his claw-bracers a few times, testing them. He had to win this, he had to! The elven bard wanted her toy back - but she would have to fight him for it, he would see to that. He stood ready to meet Khaira then, focusing upon her person in order to forsee where her blow would fall. He knew this one to be swift, and dangerous if you did not keep your eyes upon her... He favoured his right foot slightly, Rayeks arrow still protruding from his left thigh... the dull, throbbing pain a constant reminder in the back of his mind.
Branth 04-02-04, 08:16 AM	Originally posted by Agudo Archmage The knife slipped in to Agudo head, at the same time Branth can feel his body become week. Darkness surrounds them, Branth falls to the ground next to Agudo and the two who were one are now separate. Yet Agudo body is still dead it does not breath. The suspended animation put on his body, has kept Agudo fresh but that is all. Does Branth live? Does Agudo? We shall see Indeed Branth also seems to be dead. No breath leaves his body, no heart beats in his chest. But an odd thing happened when they seprated. Branth, who was in dragon form, shimmered as he fell, slowly turning into his true form....... A Full sized Brown dragon. After he achieves full form his body appears to be wrapped protectivly around Agudo prone form, like he was protecting him even in death................ ((Basically Branth's body is in the way of ANYONE getting at Agudo. Kinda a built in protective service.......))
Khaira 04-02-04, 09:55 AM	She watched Savael with the cunning of a fox and the intensity of a hawk on the hunt. Indeed, she was on the hunt. She would let nothing distract her this time; she would have her harp back, by the gods, or she would give her life trying! She watches, expressionless, as Savael makes a few testing swings with his gauntlet blades, eyeing him for any opening in his defenses. She noted that both his shield as well as his gauntlets had been repaired. This would their last battle, and in this battle, she would survive. She realized, looking around, that this was the Plane of Shadow. Not so long ago, she had been here. It was here that she had spoken with Gene. It was here, that she had opened her eyes, finally. It was her ... that their fears were summed all into one. And it was here, that the last of the blood would fall. She looks to Savael then; a lone, single tear spatters upon the ground, having fallen from her delicate face. She was saddened, then, she realized. But from what? .Aa' sina coianalle tella sanamin... "Savael, lava! Aa' Seldarinel esta uuaninalle tuulalle aikanara!"*2 [I[Something is different about Khaira, Savael seems to notice; some increased reverence for life, perhaps. There is a sadness in her eyes as she begins to circle Savael, searching for the opening to strike. Yet, it is not from losing her harp, but from something else...As Khaira circles, she also sidesteps and ...winks. She darts in, her whole body a blur, her motion all one, quick, fluid strike.[/I] *In Elvish: 2*Savael, yield!. May the Gods save your soul from the hellfire. *2 May this be the last life I take...
Messianica the Savior 04-03-04, 12:20 AM	http://nwn.unforgottenrealms.net/downloads/portraits/lyn05_lg.jpg Looking at Finwe with bemused smile, Messianca lowers her weapon. ”We are in shadow world, I see no reason to continue my battle with this holyer than thou knight! At least until we are freed.” With that she turned to Kheldar and gave a sly smile . “I know you want to be free and I do want to live! Yet we can discus the soul bonding in a more private setting! Now onto the here and now, it may take all the fun out of it my assassin. But please hurry and kill my classic Judas! So that we maybe freed from this shadow world”.
Savael 04-03-04, 06:54 AM	Savael locked his gaze with Khairas for a second. The bard had a hungry look in her eyes - which were thankfully green for the time being – Like a hungry predator she observed his movements, readying herself to strike at the first opportunity. But there was something different about her, something he couldn’t quite put his finger, but then... One single, lone tear rolled down her cheek, hitting the ground without a sound as her forever emotionless stare bore into his eyes. What was this then? Sentimentality? Weakness? If the bard turned out to be in some sort of emotional distress... Well, all the better for him! He smiled a brief, self-confident smile as she began to circle him - just as she had done before... The cloven tip of his tongue played upon his lips for a moment as Khaira shouted something in elven at him. He didn’t understand much of it, save for his own name in connection with the word “yield” ...So that was what she wanted now, was it? Where was her rage, her insatiable anger now? Nowhere to be found it seemed... She knew now, the sting of his blades and the force of his gauntlet, and she was afraid. Yes! That had to be it! That was why she suddenly asked for him to yield, that was the reason for that lone tear down her cheek... It had to be. He was just about to snarl a heated response just as Khaira winked and suddenly darted inn with one, quick, fluid strike... He swung his shield to parry, but was to late to catch the fluid blow. The red-haired fiend hadn’t lost her touch all-together then. The point of her sword pierced his armour and flesh just below his shield arm - If it had only gone a little higher – A short yelp of pain, as well as anger forced itself out between his clenched teeth. He would make her pay tenfold for any wound she inflicted on him, he would weather her down in the end... and when that time came... The stinging pain under his right arm joined forces with the one in his thigh, their choir a dull roar in the back of his mind. Next time... next time... He watched Khaira intently once more as she searched for yet another opening – like a hawk looking for prey she was, ever vigilant. “I’ll cut your damn ears of Khaira, you hear me!? I’ll cut your pointy ears right off and wear them as a bloody necklace, just you wait!” He made a quick thrust then, not with his gauntlet, but with his shield. Attempting to bash Khaira with the full force of it before following up with a slash with his blades.
Khaira 04-03-04, 03:53 PM	Her eyes danced as she pierced Savael's armor; and yet, she knew better than to under-estimate this man. He could be quick, aye, and lethal, when he wanted to be. Yet, even as her eyes danced with the rush of the battle, at the same time her expression betrays her. She is weighed down, obviously, by some unbearable weight. Her expression hardens, however, as Savael roars his promise to her. No man nor woman would wear any part of *her* body for a necklace; that was for damn sure! Though her eyes now flared, her expression, still, betrays her. In her face is written (not literally, of course!;) )compassion, sadness, and - perhaps - a rebirth. Like a phoenix, rising from its own ashes...and yet, even as Savael promises to skin her ears from her head, she speaks. Her tone is soft and ... sympathetic? Almost a whisper. "Savael, dear, I pity you." But why does she pity Savael? Would could cause her to bear this sudden change in emotion towards him? And then, Savael charged. Though she knew it would leave her prone, she realized what she must do. Before Savael even gets to her, she falls flat to the floor. SHe dearly hoped he was moving too fast to stop. And, as Savael gets within arms, she lashes out with the flat of her blades, hoping to send Savael into the same position that she was currently in. (Of course, FoD permitting) If he was going to fight dirty then, by the Gods, so would she!
kulideb 04-04-04, 06:18 AM	Nothing, no reply from Branth, the elf looked worried. She looked around noticing for the first time that she was on the shadow plane. She made her way back towards Messianca. She spotted Kheldar talking to the evil woman. She crept closer, feeling at home in the shadow world. She sent out a call to her umbra spider. ~Shady keep Kheldar busy while I see to Messianca!~ She had found a small dagger that some one had dropped in the maddness. ~On the count of three~ she sent to shady. ~One~ she crept closer ~two~ shady appeared behind Kheldar ~three!~ The elf launched her self at Messianca, while shady tried to bite into Kheldars leg. ((Shady is about the size of a house cat))
Messianica the Savior 04-05-04, 01:25 AM	http://nwn.unforgottenrealms.net/downloads/portraits/lyn05_lg.jpg Kulideb was quicker that the Savoir of redemption city had thought. For she did not see the sly Elf moving behind her. “My brave assassin looks out!” She had thought that the dark creature was from Judas “Gene” Not realizing it was a fiendish trick by Kulideb “Judas is trying to use his dark monsters against us.
kulideb 04-05-04, 03:25 AM	Images of Agudo and all the others who had lost their lives forced the small elf on. The dagger in the elfs hand found its mark, straight between the shoulder blades of Messianica. Kulideb let go of the weapon and looked down at her hand. "What have I done." she said going pale. ((sorted out in a PM with Messianica))
sculyblast 04-05-04, 05:55 AM	Lampey as soon as he only got the concluesion about what kulideb was doing he rushed himself to the site of messianica, but his small legs where to slow to make at on time, once the blade touched the shoulders of messiancia, he exclaimed: Noooooooooooo!!! then he quickly took the knife out of messianica's shoulder, cleaned it, put some healing herbs on it and bound it. "Mylady, I will be back with you in a second, just hold on here" he charged to kulideb, disarmed her, and attacked her with his little dagger, but since he was not skilled in fighting with daggers he was only able to cut a piece out of her hair and inflict a small cuting wound, like you just cut yourself, nothing dangerous.. ((OoC: I am not acting against the FoD, am I?))
Agudo Archmage 04-05-04, 01:12 PM	sculyblast then he quickly took the knife out of messianica's shoulder, cleaned it, put some healing herbs on it and bound it. ((OOC Sculyblast you get the AGUDO Award! :thumbsdow:king::thumbsup: :heehee For "Best" Agudo like moment... So many times I have posted and people PM me just like in your post that you did and said... Are you healing me or the Knife!?!?! :ayyyy!: As far as the FOD with KUlideb its best to say you try to take her Knife... But the small slice of "Hair" that you took off of Kulideb was more like good fighting detail in your post. Its not like you said I took off all her hair or cut a finger off. Yet FOD its still up to Kulideb if it happen at all like that. But hay Sculy I think your post showed a lot of Fun Style!:tiphat: (Now on with the show)
Branth 04-05-04, 04:15 PM	(( LOL :rofl: love the post Sculy! "Quick heal the knife before it dies!" Was my first take on it. And great fighting too, perfect FoD there!))
Savael 04-05-04, 07:11 PM	The look on Savaels face as the ground suddenly rose up to meet him was one of slight surprise. One moment he was charging at Khaira - the next moment has was lying face down on the debris-filled ground. He took a few deep breaths to steady his spinning head as he turned over on his back, the air had been knocked out of his lungs when he hit the ground... He had to get up!. If there was any position a man in half-plate mail could be considered vulnerable in, it was the one he was in right now, sprawled on the ground like this... He had to get up; now...
Finwe 04-05-04, 10:05 PM	Originally posted by kulideb *snippy* Kulideb let go of the weapon and looked down at her hand. *snippy* There's nothing to disarm, Sculy!
Finwe 04-05-04, 11:57 PM	Finwe, feeling disgusted at the blindness of the combatant's fighting, readies to strike with one of his most devastating weapons available. He reaches into his robes, and beings to pull out..... (allowing for poeple to attempt to stop him...) OOC: a recap of the situation: We have, right now, an Entwife, during that special time of the month, who has hired an Assasin who looks like a hippie, who is being attacked by a Giant shadow spider which has a tendancy to say "meow!" Whose owner is an elf who is in love with the lover of a goddess and seems to be a littel bit of everything, who is being attacked by Lampey, another hippie who has an obsession with knives, and can't let one be harmed by its insertation into the flesh of a living being. Then there is the shadowy assasin guy who always wears the "captain scowl" face who is trying to save a 30 year old archmage who I don't have much to say about, who is possesing the body of a 15 year old brown dragon which sounds way to much like "risi" fom Shadows of undretide, which brings us to the "insane" archmage who keeps trying to keep everyone from fighting while molting, all the while there are a elven bard who not only is partially possesed by a demon thingy, but is also looking for her string instrament and thus is attaking a human who is good at fighting with a claw. Sounds like a perfectly normal day. I thikn i'll have a sandwich... P.S. If anything that I might have said offended you, I am sorry and will remove that part if you request. I never was much for political correctness anyways.
Messianica the Savior 04-06-04, 01:18 AM	http://nwn.unforgottenrealms.net/downloads/portraits/lyn05_lg.jpg The sudden stab in the shoulder was like a blinding white light in her eyes. “Nooo!” She stumbles to ground grabbing her backside. Messianica feels the blood dripping down her back and onto the ground. Her eyes filling with tears. “Kulideb you! You selfish little Calimshan “ Lampey boldly runs up to her doing his best to heal her. Grabbing onto his arm, she lifts herself up, just before he runs off to chastise Kulideb. Yet even with Lampey aid the blood still drips from her body. "I cant die!" Her eyes wide with fear.
kulideb 04-06-04, 03:24 AM	The elf still appeared to be in shock, but soon came out of it when some one attacked her, cutting a lock of hair. "Now I know why I usually keep my hair short." she muttered, trying to avoid Lampey.
Khaira 04-06-04, 09:54 AM	Khaira, too, was upon the ground as prone as Savael himself was. In the blink of an eye, Khaira is back on her feet again. The fiery passion dances in her eyes, playing, taunting... What are you waiting for?! Kill him, now! Now's your chance; you are Bardess Extraordinaire - surely it would look good on your title to read "Khaira - Slayer of God-Like Savael!" I cannot. I will not. I seek my harp; blood enough has been spilled this day, in this battle alone. No, I shall give him the chance to surrender! She looks down to Savael, and she winks at him, smiling that god-awful, death-promising smile at him. But then ... she begins to twirl her blades around in her hands. Was she just showing off? Or did she really think she was that good? Her blades are now a blur now, a trail of fire seems to come off of one of the blades, sporadically spitting fire every now and then. She locks her gaze with Savael. "Well? Were you planning on getting up or what? I give you an ultimatum, Savael; surrender my harp and live, or get up and let us continue our battle that I may pry my prized possession from your fingers when you fall." As abruptly as she had started, she stops showing off with her blades and she begins to lean on one of them, as she awaits Savael's response.
Savael 04-06-04, 12:06 PM	Savael had just pushed him up on his elbows as Khaira rose into view before him, her blades twirling in the air as she pun them around and around... showing of. She looked down at him, a soft smile playing on her lips, and winked. "Well? Were you planning on getting up or what? I give you an ultimatum, Savael; surrender my harp and live, or get up and let us continue our battle that I may pry my prized possession from your fingers when you fall." The words came easily, untroubled. He smiled slightly, eyeing her suddenly halted blades. He sighed, and smiled curtly up at his red-haired tormentor “Well, since you put it so politely-” He unfastened one of the links of his breast-plate and pulled forth from the dark confines beneath it, a little something... His hand, gauntlet pulled off for the task at hand and now slick with his own blood, held a smartly wrapped parcel in it’s grip. “You want your beloved instrument so badly? Well here it is – take it!” He threw the hide-wrapped parcel as far away from Khaira as he could, aiming for one of the ruined buildings around them, hopefully she would go for the parcel instead of him... He then began pulling himself back on his feet, using a nearby toppled pillar for support...
Khaira 04-06-04, 02:10 PM	She cursed as her harp went flying through the air. Damn it! Her harp was special, but it wasn't invulnerable! She cursed softly, glaring at Savael as she watches the harp sail and bounce into one of the ruined buildings. She just hopes shades nor ghosts haunted that building...her gaze flits quickly to Savael. Once again, her gaze locks, and as she speaks, fire is in her words as well as in her eyes. "If my harp is damaged in any way, shape, or form, I swear to all of the Holy Gods and Goddesses above, Savael, I will come back for you. An eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth." Her eyes do not betray her this time; what she speaks is a stony promise. There is no bluffing this time. Then she speaks again, and a kind of ... dark, sadistic humour lines her voice this time. "Though in this case, my dear god-like Savael, it is a life for a harp. You had better hope that my harp is not damaged, for I swear, death would be a sweet blessing compared to what I would grant unto you should my harp be harmed." She backs away from Savael, then, her gaze still locked; there is no expression in her face nor eyes any longer. Not even the firey anger consumes her. There is just ... an expression deviod of emotion, of caring, of ... life. There is only one thing that she wants, and she wants it bad. That thing is her harp. She finally turns towards the ruined complex of buildings; nothign would stop her from getting her harp back. Nothing. As she begins to jog, and then run towards the building that her harp was last seen bouncing towards, she murmurs something. "Hold true, my blessed love, hold true..."
Evander-Sunstrike 04-06-04, 02:36 PM	Originally posted by Agudo Archmage “Well Evander the school its self is based on the principles of following the Light. Teaching young Clerics, Wizards, Bards, Druids, Knights, and so on, in truth and knowledge of the Light. “Agudo and myself founded this school a couple of years ago. With help from are friends we were able to build two towers. One is a Dormitory Tower, for students and faculty to rest and the other is the Wizards Tower. It’s used in teaching a verity of classes, not just wizardry. Then there is my pride and joy the Cathedral of Light.” She smiles “As far as teachers as you have just heard I am the Head Cleric and teacher for such studies. We have a Bard Teacher, Khaira who is away at the moment and a Druid teacher by the name of Lady Astrianna. Are Rogue/Spy class is currently in need of a new teacher, after the departure of its instructor Gene. Aerie the wife of the Headmaster is teaching Wizardry, and subbing for Agudo in his History class. Keldorn Firecam teaches the Knight Classes and that about it. I hope I have answered your questions?” Evander listens intently, taking "mental notes" as the Lady Hoot describes both the history of herself and Agudo as well as the history and building of the school. He will be sure to report that, whether his superiors - whomever they were - deemed it necessary or not. He must also speak to them of the purposes of the two towers. He remembered what he had been told - the magic is continually increasing in this area and it must be destroyed. And yet ... he wondered why; why does this beautiful place have to be destroyed, and so many have to be killed? It just ... didn't seem right. For Gods' sake, that wasn't maintaining the Balance; that was destroying it! He wondered, then, the true origins of the Harpers. What had he gotten himself into? Evander seems in a deep reverie as he hears Lady Hood saying something about having answered his questions. He nods, smiles, and bows. "Aye, my gracious Lady Hoot; thank you, indeed, for that information. This sounds like a wonderful place and yet ... I must wonder, what kind of tax do the students pay? Surely the barons and taxlords of this area are none too kind to let you to operate for free... I also noticed that you do not have anyone teaching the Fine Art of Bladesingers nor of Survival in the Wilderness? Is that true?"
Finwe 04-06-04, 04:27 PM	everyone missed my subtle shadowing... Out of his pocket Finwe pulls a small package. Opening it, he gives it to Messianica, his eyes firmly locked on Tyrion and Reyek. "Eat this, it will help the wound.", he says to her. OOC: Its a sandwich! But it has a healing potion mixed with the mayonase, and a sleeping potion (which makes its drinker apear dead to physical inspection, but magic revelas that htey are living) in the mustard.
sculyblast 04-06-04, 05:53 PM	Lampey after having Kulideb chased away for a while, Lampey returned to messianica, replying to the words: "I can't die" lampey added "And you shall not! as long as I am at your site no harm shall come to you, mylady" then the halfling started to wonder, did he really wanted to protect messianica from all the harm or did he just protected her because mytus (aka helator) told him too? he was a noble little hobbit indeed, allways helping anyone but was he only helping her this time for his own good.. never! he helped her because she needed his help! that was why then Finwe apeared, Offering some slices of bread.. what had this stranger done for messianica? he would have been long in the city before if he really had good intentions with messianica.. and as his Grandfather allways said, nothing was healthier then a natural healing process, although you had to rescape yourself :p he fought it was better to reject this offer from the stranger, anyway how could two slices of bread help anyone in recovering... and from the bit of Biologic Knowledge Lampey had the wound on Messianica's body was not Lethal.. it would only take a lot of healing.... which Allowed Mytus the time to order around... and that would grand him freedom "How can Two slices of Bread and some Meat and Cheese Heal her, Mage? tell me" OoC: hahah sorry I don't like mustard *wipes mustard off the sandwitch*
Finwe 04-06-04, 06:03 PM	With obvious impatience in his voice, Finwe says, "Two slices of bread may be all that there is between life and death. I mixed a rejuvinating healing potion in with teh ingredients when I made it, as it makes it taste better, and works well in sinutations like this. If you think that it won't work, I'll even take a bite myself." He rips off a peice of bread with no mustard on it, and eats it. "Satisfied now?"
Kheldar Devaentar 04-06-04, 11:01 PM	((Sorry guys, last week has been very busy for Chris and I - but I'm relieved that the story is still moving forward at an exciting rate! :) Finwe. . . please stop being such an Angry Scoffing Schmuck. . . I'll have you know those hippy glasses are made of gems of seeing! Stylish and practical for today's active adventuring rogue! :cool: Any way, I did take offense to your comments. Not to mention your correcting Sculyblast after all the praise he received for his last post. That shows no tact whatsoever. To what "point and purpose" would you do all that? To make others feel bad? Why on earth would you want to do that?)) Any way, back to the show! . . :) http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif Messianica: I can't die! "Damn right you can't die!" Kheldar hopped over to Messianica's side. Kulideb had done this! Damn, with the proper training she could be a great assassin with that shadow jumping trick of hers. But he couldn't let Messianica die. Not yet! "And get this damn sandwich away form her!" Kheldar knocked the hand that held the sandwich away from Messianica's mouth. Even an infant would have sense enough to not accept a sandwich from a stranger. Much less a stranger that had "ARMY OF LIGHT" written all across his face. "Here take this. . " Kheldar emptied a vial of blue liquid into Messianica's mouth. The cure potion would work just as well as anything else so long as Messianica was still alive. And she didn't look dead to him yet. If she died would the curse go away? Or would it stay on him?! Even if it did stay on him, would her binding his soul to her have any effect at all if she was dead? He didn't know how these things worked and he didn't want to find out the hard way! "Gods, now I have to kill Judas? Sis, this is why I make contracts. . . so the terms can't change." I think I'll also invest some time into discovering a way to prevent this soul binding nonsense from ever happening to me again! Kheldar grimly thought to himself. Kheldar picked himself up. Enemies all around him. This had turned into a lot more than he had bargained for! "Judas. . . Judas?" Kheldar casually looked about the ruins with a slight grin on his face. Outwardly it didn't look like he was doing a very good job, but his sensitive eyes missed nothing around him. His face never changed regardless of what he found. After all, why alert his opponent? "Judas, can you get us all out of here? I have this sinking feeling that if I kill you we'll all wind up trapped in here. Well, there are other ways to escape this place of course, but I'd prefer an expedient return to the material plane rather than a long journey back. . . You!" Kheldar almost glared at Lampey. "Don't kill her! We might need her if Judas gets too mule-headed, or if he winds up with his face down in the dirt." Kheldar didn't think Kulideb could actually transfer any of them with the effects of the anti-magic field still lingering around them, no matter how weak it was now. Plane jumping, Kheldar knew, was pretty strenuous even in the best conditions - and it must have been psionic power that transferred them here in the first place any way. Kheldar just didn't want to see Kulideb get herself killed - Well, providing she didn't try any more tricks. . . speaking of which. . . "Kulideb, can you get this insect off my leg?" Kheldar pointed down to Shady. He had almost gotten used to the strange sensation of having a shadow creature latched onto him. At least Duilya's creatures had playfully pounced into him a lot. Which is why he made himself immune to negative energy effects all together. Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
Agudo Archmage 04-06-04, 11:30 PM	Finwe 30 year old archmage who I don't have much to say about, who is possesing the body of a brown dragon ((OOC Nothing to say about? What about all my books I have written “Agudo Travel Guide to the Realms… How to Kill a Vampire by Agudo…Magic 101 by Agudo… MAN! What does an Archmage have to do around here for some credit?)) :tantrum::rofl: http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Lady Hoot was told by Pixie gram that someone had entered into the school grounds. “Evander if you follow me I would be glad to answer your questions.” As Lady Hoot slowly fluttered along she commented on his past questions. “I believe this region technically falls under the lords of Baldurs Gate. Yet no one has come as of yet demanding money. Nor do I know if Agudo would pay or not. This area is considerd willed land. More filled with a mixture of dangerous and enchanted creatures; than civil folk.” They rounded a corner hallway and made their way into the sanctuary. The colorful stained glass windows, shining brightly on to the marble pillars and floor. “Now Agudo felt it important that all qualified students, be able to attend without paying. We do except donation from several sources. Such as the Halfling League Economics and Agudo books sales, contribute greatly to are bottom line.” Lady Hoot smiled as all the butterflies played around the flowers in the Cathedral of Light. “But of course the students do earn their keep. For example when the wizard’s classes make magical item like wands or bracelets. And my Clerics make healing potions, Blessed Water and so on. I cant for get to mention, the Knights of Light classes that bring back any awards given to them for good deeds.” Lady Hoot thinks for a moment before continuing “Bard classes bring in lots of silver coin. By traveling and putting on shows to entertain the towns down the coastline. Plus the Druid classes sale the extra food and herbs they grow, just to name a few.” Lady Hoot admires the waterfall in the sanctuary as she continues. We the sale items to merchants in Baldurs Gate. Such as the Sorceress Sundries, a famous magical shop in the city.” Just then they came upon a new person (Faeryl) near the lobby. “Why hello traveler, may wisdom guide you. I am Lady Hoot what brings you to us?”
Finwe 04-06-04, 11:37 PM	OOC: Sculy and I are good friends. That was meant as a correction rather than an insult. I was talking to him over MSN while I posted that. Sorry if you didn't like what I posted, but we all are entitled to our own opinions and senses of humor. Did you notice that I made comments about my own PC as well as others? Its not like I was making fun of everyone else because of their characters. Sending telepathic messages to both Kuidileb and Tyrion, Finwe says, "You two have to get out of here. I'll open a gate back to the army camp. You can go through or stay here, but I advise that you leave." To the assasin now in fornt of him, Finwe responds, with a fire burning in his eyes, "Assasin, were I you, I would fear for your life right now. You are trapped on the plane of shadow, which is probably unfamiliar territory to you, you have one ally who is dying, while there are four on teh side of light, and then there is me, and my patience with your kind is very little. Now, I advise you to stand aside lest you push me too far." Looking into Kheldar's eyes, Finwe telepathicaly sends a message; "I am trying to save Messianicia and prevent further bloodshed between her and these others. Do what you will, but allow me to allow you two to escape." As he recieves the message, Kheldar gets the feeling that Finwe is telling the truth, at least partialy.
kulideb 04-07-04, 03:19 AM	"Shady! drop!" the elf said, upon seeing the spider still attached to the rouges leg. She thought that she could jump back to the normal plane her self but there was no way she could take so many people with her, not with the effect of the anti magic shield still in place even in a weaker state. She watched as the others fussed around the prone figure of Messianica. They should just let her die and end this now she thought to her self, but could she live with the guilt of stabbing some one in the back? she sighed. A message flickered across her mind, at first she hoped it was Branth. The message was from Finwe. ~Thank you for the offer, but I'll stay a little longer.~ She sent back to him.
Evander-Sunstrike 04-07-04, 10:00 AM	For a while, Evander walks with the Lady Hoot, listening to her as she answers his questions about the lack of fees, as well as explaining more in depth about the classes. "This sounds like a truly lovely place, Lady Hoot. No fees, everything seems to be in a perfect equilibrium with each other, and everyone seems to get a long rather nicely." Are these all the secrets of this school? There isn't ... more to this school? What gives?
Faeryl 04-07-04, 10:09 AM	The sun had come up a little bit, cursing her heritage so. She felt soaked to the bone, and tired to boot. She could feel the blood matting up against her shirt from the wound that she had received from the brigands. And then this person appears to her, accompanied by an owl. Her hood is still drawn up,and cloak is drawn tight as lavender irises gaze upon Lady Hoot and Evander Sunstrike. Originally posted by Lady Hoot Just then they came upon a new person (Faeryl) near the lobby.“Why hello traveler, may wisdom guide you. I am Lady Hoot what brings you to us?” Originally posted by Lady Hoot "Running, ever running from hunts, Fearing, ever fearing for my heritage. Pain, Death, misery, suffering, Such is the life of me. Wandering, ever wandering in a search, The search for acceptance and life. If my heritage you wish to know, I only ask that ye not hold hate against me." She crosses her arms together as her knees nearly buckle; she seems to be weakened by some form of injury or hurt upon her body. Lady Hoot, being a cleric and one familiar with the Gods and all, can see a medallion shining within the flows of her robes. If she looks closer, she can see it is a symbol of Elistraee.
Leetah 04-07-04, 05:22 PM	Outside the City http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongleetahinvisable.gif Leetah took Keldorn's hand and helped pull the commander to his feet. He was extremely heavy in his fullplate! The priestess wondered how warriors’ donning such armor ever got up by themselves? "I saw a lot of men retreat to the west Sir, back where we previously set up camp. Most of the tents should still be set up back there, so I think that's where they're all heading." Artwork copyright © 2003, Christopher C. Quigley
Drindin 04-07-04, 09:56 PM	Meanwhile, back at the school... two people approach from afar. The young twelve year old girl walks through the abandoned gates of the school. Her pale skin sparkles slightly in the sunlight, and her transparent eyes look about. Atlas follows close behind her, as she hold onto the minotaurs arm for support. She looks to the cleric lady hoot. "There are ghosts about..." She whispers eerily. "Ghosts every where..." ((Sorry, Quath... hope I'm not breaking FOD! I tried PM, but it nay worked! If I am, just PM me, and I'll change it!)) She holds a letter in her hand, and then looks at the Cover. "Oh yes... and whose 'El-vee-nah'..."
Messianica the Savior 04-08-04, 01:13 AM	http://nwn.unforgottenrealms.net/downloads/portraits/lyn05_lg.jpg Kheldar had protected her once more from the dangers of war. But she turned to Finwe first “Thank you, Finwe I don’t know if I have ever been offered a sandwich before for healing. Yet its sweet of you to offer me aid, but maybe I should listen to Kheldar wise advice about you being a former army of light.” She looks fondly at her assassin “It’s good to know that someone such as yourself Kheldar, have healing potions.” She took the potion and drank yet it did not heal her. “I am not sure what is wrong? I seem to still be bleeding?” Messianica knew it was Kulideb who did this to her. “You’re an Elf Kulideb! That’s why! Your kind are one with the forest, and I am half Volodins a tree person.” Hate filled her eyes. “Your ancient Elvin blood has cursed me Kulideb! You wished me dead, and now because of my heritage, I have been damned to die!” She rushed at Kulideb with her own dagger, tackling the short Elf. “If I must Die then so shall you Kulideb!”
Good Knight 04-08-04, 01:27 AM	With the loving hand of Leetah, Keldorn slowly made it to the now destroyed tents. It was a sick sight to see, all the fine equipment, supplies and banners on the ground. “Leetah we need to find” The Knight see Branth, but he is much larger now! And who is that with him? “Agudo! We must hurry over to them.” Agudo was on the ground, his body perfectly fine thanks to magic. Yet he did not move or take a single breath. “Leetah my sweet young angel of mercy. Wake Branth and see why he is with Agudo soulless body.”
Leetah 04-08-04, 02:02 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongleetah.gif Leetah stared at the dragon nervously as she timidly made her way towards it. Each step the priestess took forward held a slight hesitation to it. It was clear that the girl was no big fan of dragons; perhaps she had a bad experience with one in the past? "Ummmm. . .Mr Dragon?" Leetah gave the creature a soft nudge and then quickly withdrew her hand. The large beast didn't appear to notice her. Shaking, Leetah raised her voice and tried again. "Mr Dragon! Wake up! . . .Please?" Unsure if she'd succeeded that time, Leetah's eyes darted down to the precious package Branth was protecting: Mr Agudo. The sight of the old mage's corpse put a terrible lump in the girl's throat. What had Mr Kheldar done? Why had he done this!? She always believed the two men were friends. Leetah felt a cold shiver run down her back. "MR DRAGON! YOU HAVE TO WAKE UP!" Artwork copyright © 2003, Christopher C. Quigley
Kheldar Devaentar 04-08-04, 02:19 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif Kheldar blinked at Kulideb as she ordered her shadow familiar to release it's death grip on his leg. He hadn't expected it would be nearly as easy as that. He gave Kulideb and quick, thankful smile, then turned to Finwe. Oh boy, he had dealt with people like Finwe before. The kind that boasted their existence had started since the dawn of time. The kind that claimed to have unsurpassable power. . . Finwe wasn't all that much different than Trand really. "Were I you. . ?" Kheldar repeated Finwe's words back to him. The rogue seemed to be at remarkable ease considering his situation. "That has got to be the most frequent line used to manipulate people, not to mention the easiest one to detect. . . Should I fear for my life? I don't know, I've managed my way out of worse than this. . ." Of course being in the shadow plane made things different. At least Kheldar wasn't quite as ignorant of the shadow plane as Finwe might have thought. . . But let the man think whatever he wanted to. Suddenly, Messianica was talking to him. She actually seemed to be thankful for what Finwe had offered her. . . That more than upset Kheldar a little. "Should you trust him? Hell no! He's kill your followers in battle, he comes to us dressed in a disguise, he openly shifted his allegiance right in front of his former allies, he. . ." Kheldar could point out any number of reasons not to trust Finwe. But something made him stop. His healing potion hadn't worked on Messianica? Dammit, it must be the anti-magic field still lingering about this place! At least Messianica still had the ointment and bandages the other fellow had applied to her back. . . Only. . . she was still bleeding! The hell?! Anti-magic or not, that shouldn't be happening!! Kheldar glanced at the person who had applied it all on her. He couldn't imagine someone skilled enough to know what herbs to use wouldn't properly bandage her up to stop the bleeding! But in that case, what was happening? Messianica seemed to know the answers, although they made little sense to Kheldar. And then before he knew it Messianica was running towards Kulideb hollering that she would kill the elf! "WAIT!" Kheldar quickly jumped between the two. . . If felt like jumping in the way of some accelerating Gnomish invention gone out of control! "If you die then what happens to me? Dammit, I wont let you die until I have a solid answer!" Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
Agudo Archmage 04-08-04, 02:21 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Lady Hoot smiles "Why stranger your words are very poetic, even Bard like! Yet by your symbol I can see your of Elistraee! Do you fear the Light? For your words say that your heritage is something that I would not like... Is that do to the darkness of your heritage?"
kulideb 04-08-04, 03:44 AM	The elf was surprised to see the lady rushing at her, she had no weapon to defend herself with. Volodins? the elf thought, she had heard whispers of such beings. The best form of defence is attack the elf thought pushing other thought aside. She ran at Messianica, but at the last minute she threw herslf forward hoping to knock the other to the ground and hopefully get the dagger out of her hand. She blinked, Kheldar had some how gotten between her and Messianica. "You fight for coins rouge, I fight for what is right!" With that she tried to get round Kheldar.
Kanzeil 04-08-04, 03:45 AM	Kanzeil frowned as he stood outside the battered tent that served as Agudo's graveyard. Leetah's desperate pleas to awaken Branth didn't appear to be working. Either the dragon was truly dead, or incredibly weakened. Why isn't she casting one of her healing spells on him? What's going on in there? Kanzeil quietly peered into the tent, his eyes spotted Leetah trembling. Oh. . .No wonder she hasn't cast anything. She's probably too shaken to even think straight. Luika must've really done a number on her with that dragon to make her so afraid of the blasted creatures. Returning his gaze outside the tent, Kanzeil let out a sigh as he watched the surviving soldiers go about rebuilding the ruined encampment. Leetah had performed quite admirably back on the field the cleric thought to himself. Through her efforts, just over a hundred men had been saved from the attack. Not that a hundred soldiers was very many when compared to the vast size of the entire army, but the fact that she had breathed life back into that many men by herself was nothing short of incredible. Kanziel smiled grimly to himself. Soon his mistress' patience would begin to pay off. The decision to release Leetah from her captivity (http://boards1.wizards.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=61054&perpage=30&pagenumber=15) back in the shadow plane had been a good one. The girl had not fully ripened for their purposes back then. Her studies at the chapel of the Healing Hand were really beginning to pay off. Even old Ruby Eyes was probably beginning to get excited now! Silently chuckling to himself, Kanzeil withdrew deeper into the broken camp. If his student failed to wake up the sleeping dragon in another few minutes perhaps he'd return to help her. He needed whatever information Branth had to offer concerning the death of Agudo. Reviving the dead mage was the next step in his masters' plan.
Kheldar Devaentar 04-08-04, 04:04 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif One was a steaming Gnomish invention, the other was a wild cat trying to slip by him. He gladred at the wild cat. "I'm fighting for a lot more than some gold coins right now!" Then at the Gnomish invention. "Well?! . ." Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
Tyrion Grayleaf 04-08-04, 04:17 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongtyrion.gif Tyrion would have scratched his head had he a free hand to do it with. This all seemed much more complicated than it had to be. He had come to slay Messianica. . . And what had happened so far was the death of his queen by his own hand, being transported into an alien world, Finwe betraying them somehow, or at least betraying the cause of the Army of the Light, and now all this talk about heritage and demanding answers? Everything was more convoluted then a carefully set trap by a Kobold! Tyrion looked over to Rayek. Maybe his archer friend would know what to do. Artwork copyright © 2004, Gordon R. Quigley
Branth 04-08-04, 08:59 AM	Leetah's yelling and hitting appeared to have no effect on Branth. In fact, she probaly could have hit him with whatever she wanted to and he wouldn't budge. He appears to be dead in fact. But if someone was to pay closer attention they'd see he is still alive, his heart beats once a minute, he takes a shallow breath every three. Is he dieing or is he sleeping? Well one things for sure, you rally can't figure out what's going on till you move Branth!
Drindin 04-08-04, 09:26 AM	Krissy sighed at being ignored. "Very well... I shall find the woman herself." back at the battlefield, something strange has happened... Where once was reginalds body... there is no longer... as if it had, crawled off towards the school...
Faeryl 04-08-04, 09:33 AM	She looks to Lady Hoot; she had seen her symbol, clearly. Yet, she must know about her heritage. She could not hide any longer. "My gracious Lady Hoot, I pray that what I am about to show ye, Does not produce an infinite amount of hatred towards me. For it is my heritage, which I cannot change, Only my attitude have I the power. Cursed am I, evermore, by my comrades, To speak in rhyme, lest my secrets be revealed." With that, pale hands come up to lower the hood to reveal soft, lavender eyes, and ebony black skin. Faeryl is a Drow, one of the evil races of the Underdark...
Savael 04-08-04, 09:43 AM	Savael struggled himself to his feet with a groan. The rubble-strewn ground under him still spun around a little. It was like the aftermath of a dosage of ziran, lethargy and exhaustion threatened to overwhelm him for a moment. Breathing heavily, he cast a few stolen glances about. Khaira had thankfully stalked off into the ruins around him to find her harp. With any luck she wouldn’t be back for a little while yet... with any luck... The rest of the assembly seemed to have calmed down by and by. That was another thing to be thankful for. He threw his shield down on the ground beside him, as it hit the ground with a clatter he silently chastised himself for not being more careful – that thing was worth quite a bit after all! With a little effort he yanked the protruding arrow shaft out of his thigh. It hurt something fierce though, but he could always make amends later on. But now what to do? Messianica was embattled already, the vestiges of power promised by her movement all but lost. Wherever this was, it was not a place he felt like lounging in. At all.
Elvina 04-08-04, 11:34 AM	Originally posted by Drindin Meanwhile, back at the school... two people approach from afar. The young twelve year old girl walks through the abandoned gates of the school. Her pale skin sparkles slightly in the sunlight, and her transparent eyes look about. Atlas follows close behind her, as she hold onto the minotaurs arm for support. She looks to the cleric lady hoot. "There are ghosts about..." She whispers eerily. "Ghosts every where..." ((Sorry, Quath... hope I'm not breaking FOD! I tried PM, but it nay worked! If I am, just PM me, and I'll change it!)) She holds a letter in her hand, and then looks at the Cover. "Oh yes... and whose 'El-vee-nah'..." ((OOC: you wheren't ignored, I just temporarly forgot I control Elvina :embarrass Oh and Elvina has seen Krissy before, at Kulideb's tavern. So thats why she knows her name.)) Just as Krissy says she will find Elvina herself, Elvina walks into the lobby humming to herself. She first spots Lady Hoot talking to someone new, then she spots Krissy. The red haired elf walks over to Krissy. "Hello Krissy, I haven't seen you in school for a while. Is there something I can help you with?"
sculyblast 04-08-04, 05:50 PM	Mytus(aka helator) Mytus watched all of this happen, he watch messianica being stuck my kulideb, he watched lampey attempt to heal her, he watched Finwe and Kheldar make their entrence, but it was only a minor, non-lethal wound in mytus his oppinion but now.. Messianica and kulideb where envolving in a battle of live and death, Messianica hadn't signed the contract yet! he should stop her.. and so he pittied kulideb for having to do this "Breadner, stop kulideb!" "Yes, sir!" at quick spead Breadner moved to kulideb, making three heavy attacks with his flail in the meanwhile Mytus shot kulideb two times and lampey already, made some moves in protecting Messianica whatever was going to happen, kulideb did not expect this to happen, nor did Messianica, but messianica should not get any harm
Drindin 04-08-04, 06:19 PM	Originally posted by Elvina [BJust as Krissy says she will find Elvina herself, Elvina walks into the lobby humming to herself. She first spots Lady Hoot talking to someone new, then she spots Krissy. The red haired elf walks over to Krissy. "Hello Krissy, I haven't seen you in school for a while. Is there something I can help you with?" [/B] Krissy smiles at Elvina. "Good day, Elvina... I have a letter for you. It came from a man, He was crawling away from the corpse of a tiger... his face, hair, and armour was soaked in blood... it was his dieing wish you recieve this letter." She holds out the blood-spattered letter to Elvina. "He had wild blonde hair... or at least, he did before he got covered in blood..."
Finwe 04-08-04, 06:34 PM	Finwe, seeing Mytus commanding the two "thugs" attacking Kuidileb, blinked out of existance for just a second, and reapeared behind Mytus. With hardly a sound, he stides forward. A blade materializes at Mytus' throat, the heat eminating form his singing the hair on his neck, and the little hair remaining standing on end from the magical energies. "Call them off", Finwe says in a low voice, "Messianica shall die now, and you can not stop it. Do you not see that her wound still bleeds? The nature of Kuidileb has poisoned her. You need not kill a young girl senslessly."
sculyblast 04-08-04, 06:52 PM	Mytus (aka helator) With suddenly a Sword beneath his head, mytus still remained calm, he was prepared for this kind of occasions. first he swiftly took a hidden dagger out of his clothing, without Finwe noticing. then he stuck It with quite some stenght in the arm of finwe, which he was holding his sword with, this way the sword was looser, allowing mytus swiftly to escape, now he kicked Finwe aside. "No, Mage of The army of light! She won't die today, not if I can help it, and you shall stop me neither, You have underestemated this Little rogue, therefor you shall pay!" ((Sorry, just using my own, FoD, using some of mytus stats))
Messianica the Savior 04-08-04, 10:46 PM	http://nwn.unforgottenrealms.net/downloads/portraits/lyn05_lg.jpg She was running so fast that she ran right into Kheldar. The dagger Messianic flew right at Kulideb, but the handle was the wrong way. It harmlessly hit the small elf fell at her feet. “Kheldar!” Messianica looks at him with anger. “You always weary about yourself! Don’t you?”
Rayek 04-09-04, 01:49 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongrayek.gif Whatever the rogue's response had been, it was interrupted by the sound of an intruding arrow tearing through the small gap between him and Messianica. Rayek cursed out loud as he drew back another arrow. "Heh, I must admit, I got a little excited there for a moment. The mere thought of ending this wretched woman's miserable life made me a tad bit careless." Rayek lined up his shot; he swore he wouldn't miss this time. "Are you familiar with "The Wall" my lady? The dreaded "Wall of the Faithless?" It's where all the lost souls of this realms wind up when they die with out the guidance of a God." Rayek nearly snarled out the last part of his sentence. His hatred towards Messianica suddenly knew no end. "All the men and women who you tore away from their beliefs, and then sent out to the battle field to die for your cause, now reside in the limitless anguish that is "The Wall!" Their souls will remain there for eternity, saturated in constant pain and agony! And I intend to send you there TO JOIN THEM!!!" Rayek released the arrow. Artwork copyright © 2003, Christopher C. Quigley
kulideb 04-09-04, 03:37 AM	Shady was enjoying watching the two females fight, but then he remembered that one of them was his mistress. The Umbra spider cast shadow shied to cover the elfs back . Then seeing that Mytus and Finwe were busy taking care of each other the spider settled back to watch. Kulideb was unaware of shadys actions, she was so focused on Messianica and Kheldar. She watched as the dagger fell from Messianica's grasp. Messianica was focused on Kheldar, the elf crept forward. Her hand found the handle of the knife still warm from Messianica hand. She tightened her grasp. "Mask hear me and aid me!" she said softly as she once more launched herself at Messianica. But this time not a cowardly strike from behind but a blow aimed at Messianica heart. The elf felt the dagger meet resistance as the blade went through the ladys clothing, then it pushed easily through skin. Warm, sticky blood began to cover the elfs hand. "I hate you! with all my heart, for all that is good and light you must die!"
Rayek 04-09-04, 05:28 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongrayek.gif Rayek raised his head and lowered his bow. Was she dead? Was the evil ruler of Hillsfar actually dead? The elf had to have a closer look. He didn't dare assume Messianica's life was forfeit until he had some solid proof of her demise. . . Artwork copyright © 2003, Christopher C. Quigley
sculyblast 04-09-04, 05:37 AM	((kulideb, don't forget the Breadner attacked you 3 times with his flail and lampey 2 times with his misterious sling))
kulideb 04-09-04, 07:14 AM	Shadys shadow shield took care of the shots from the sling of Lampey, but the spider saw he wasnt going to be allowed to sit and watch as Breadner had launched an attack on his elven mistress with a fail. While the elf took care of Messianica, the umbra spider would play with Breadner. Although it looked like it would be harder than just teasing the halfling serving girls back at the Inn. The spider aimed a jump at Breadners arm, hoping to deflect the blows of the fail away from Kulideb.
Khaira 04-09-04, 12:26 PM	Khaira was searching the ruins for her harp. Dammit, where was it?! It was so close, so very close... "I shall have to venture even deeper into the shadows, then. Corellon, Lord of all Elves, walk with me now..." With that, she plunged into the darkness of one of the ruined buildings in search of her harp... ((An OOC Note - I am not familiar with the Plane of Shadow, and thus I am not sure what, if any, monsters Khaira would encounter. So I am leaving it up to Agudo the DM and Gene, whom is familar with the Plane of Shadow, whether or not any monstrosities born of the shadow come forth to attack Khaira...))
Elvina 04-09-04, 02:10 PM	Originally posted by Drindin Krissy smiles at Elvina. "Good day, Elvina... I have a letter for you. It came from a man, He was crawling away from the corpse of a tiger... his face, hair, and armour was soaked in blood... it was his dieing wish you recieve this letter." She holds out the blood-spattered letter to Elvina. "He had wild blonde hair... or at least, he did before he got covered in blood..." Elvina doesn't even blink as she takes the blood splattered envelope. "A dieing wish? Blond hair? Who do I know that..." As she says this she opens the envelope........
Drindin 04-09-04, 02:12 PM	((PMed you the letter already, Elvina! ;) ))
Elvina 04-09-04, 02:27 PM	((Lol Just read it as you posted...ok)) Elvina finishes reading the letter with a tear in her eye. Reginald had writen her in his last breaths, writen to confess his love. She wipes away the tear and looks at Krissy. "Can you take me to where he is Krissy?"
Drindin 04-09-04, 05:08 PM	Krissy nodded. "I can, but I don't think you'll like what you'll like what you see."
Elvina 04-09-04, 09:33 PM	Elvina looks down at the note again, then at Krissy. "I have to go. He asks me to. A long time ago he helped me when I was in need of rescueing and now I can return the favor, even if it's just to see his body taken care of they way he would want it." She reads the note again, she can almost feel the love radiating from it's blood stained pages, the last wish of a dieing man, the love of a man who never got a chance to say it out loud... ((And because I believe it is buetifully worded I must post it. A truely inspiring note Drindin!)) The letter reads as follows: Dearest Elvina, I write to you from my deathbed. My tiger Bartholemue has carried me as near the school as his wounded and battered body will allow. I, myself, am near death. I only pray this letter, and my last words, will reach you. Elvina, I must confess something. I had never realized this until the day we met at the Flute And Boot, but I am truly attracted to you. If what I hear is true, Myranthor, your last love, has grown cold. This letter will be my last will and testament. My testament is of my love for you. Your imortal youth shall always be carried with the thoughts of my spirit as I slip on into the next world. My will is this: Seeing as my belongings are few, I wish my body burned and my ashes scattered to the four winds. Let my sword be given to you as a final token of my love. The rest of my belongings are to be sold, and the money given to the poor. My lion is to be burned as well, and his ashes buried on Hillsfar, where he made his last stand. Dearest Elvina, let my love last with you from now until you cross on into the next world as well. With my Last Love, Reginald There are a few bloodied finger prints on the edge of thepage, and his name is punctuated with a single small blot of it. The message is sealed with a kiss.
Drindin 04-09-04, 10:50 PM	Krissy nods. "I understand. Come then, let us leave now, while there is still light. The walk is not far, I shall take one of the pack beasts with us, to carry lumber to make a Pyre." After Krissy got some help from the Dwarves to laden down a mule with the needed lumber, she called to Elvina. "Come now, miss. We've much work to do... perhaps we will be able to create a shrine in my uncles honor if we hurry..."
Messianica the Savior 04-10-04, 01:45 AM	http://nwn.unforgottenrealms.net/downloads/portraits/lyn05_lg.jpg Just as Messianica was turning to keep an eye on the retched Elf Kulideb. The sly girl had snuck up in her, and plunged Messianica own knife into her heart. “NO!” She staggered back looking with horror at Kheldar. Then she saw the blood of her body dripping down her chest. Going down on one knee she fell, and with saddens she cried out. “Nay not I shall be lost, but those poor souls who have reached out to me. The children, the blind men, those women who were slaves and had no hope.” Then with more strength than most would think possible; Messianica stood once more. And staggered at Kulideb. “My blood is on your hands little one! Yet my Elf kin of the forest, my blessing shall be your course!” Messianica smiled and gave a sad laugh as she shook her head slowly. “Kulideb my Oneness with the people will be yours now. You Kulideb shall feel my followers pain, and hear their sad thoughts. And always you Kulideb shall hunger to relive their suffering, as I have done.” Leaning on her right leg and holding her chest with her left hand, she staggered once more as she came at Kulideb. “YOU!” The red haired savior spits blood, as she now stands inches from the small Elf Kulideb. “You will be their Savior Kulideb! For they are like lost sheep and you Kulideb have killed me the shepherd” For I am part Elf and part Volodins! Yes Kulideb you and I have the heritage of the trees in us. I curse you with my caaalling!” Messianica fell to her knees, grabbing on to Kulideb’s hands. “Can you hear the people? Can you hear the sadness, the loneliness? My Blessing is forever your curse” The once proud Savior slumps slowly to the ground and dies.
kulideb 04-10-04, 06:07 AM	The elf put her hands over her ears to close off Messianicas voice but the words still came through, she felt sick could Messianica really curse her? She had a sinking feeling. "Take it back!" She cried out slumping down next to Messianicas body and roughly shaking Messianicas shoulders. She stopped and rocked back on her heels covering her face with her still bloody hands. She wished Agudo were here, he would have known what to do. She sent out a silent scream calling out for the archmage, ((Branth, Gene and I guess any one with mind reading abilities would have heard her call out.))
sculyblast 04-10-04, 07:02 AM	Once Messianica Fell, mytus felt a great ach reaching right through his hearth, he moved his hands to his chest and then well on his knees, continuing with laying flat of the ground, eagerly reaching for breath mytësúnycie länibu'knu-partísfura, Shall your touch be lost? Brilliant plan it was, four misguided trïbëÚds! A warning This shall be, Failing us the trïbëÚds Hillsfar's first.. Get trïbëÚds Hillfar's second now, you will... Shall No Honor overcome you! It shall be done, my my trïbëÚds- master! then the ach suddenly left his hearth, he raised himself, then ordered Breadner and Lampey to hold there fire then he started to move and moved right in front of Kulideb and then spoke the words no-one ever expected from Him "If the words that Messianica spoke are true, then you are the new lady of Hillsfar, I am Helator Pilesos, these are Lampey and Breadner, Two for my assistance, there are two more in Hillsfar, As long as you will be the Lady of Hillsfar, I will bow to you" then Mytus knelt and bowed to kulideb Breadner and Lampey followed him by doing the same
Elvina 04-10-04, 08:19 AM	Elvina follows Krissy out to the woods. "A shrine in your Uncles Honor? Do you mean Drindin Krissy? He was a great man, I was sad when Agudo kicked him out of the school. Though I hear his shade still lingers around some of his old students say they still see him from time to time." She follows Krissy to where ever she is leading.
Drindin 04-10-04, 12:36 PM	The pack horses always seemed wary about going close to Krissy, and krissy always stayed about fifteen feet away... Krissy walked towards hillsfar, never once looking Elvina in the eyes (as is her custom with everyone) and stopped about halfway there to scan the horizon. "He did... for a time. But, his purpose on this world is now completed, and he has passed on. News has also reached me of my mothers death... and seeing as my lich of a grandfather has been destroyed... that leaves me... the last of the Trunins." She spotted a body on the horizon. "This way..." She walks towards it. Elvina can now see the battered body of none other than Reginald, and about ten feet away, the dead body of his lion mount. Reginalds body is caked in blood, mostly his own. His face is so covered, it's almost not recognizable. Krissy looks at Elvina. "You'll have to bring the wood to me... if I go too near the horse, it'll panic."
Elvina 04-10-04, 03:11 PM	Walking quietly behind Krissy, Evlina never really looked up to even see where they were going. She kept running the words from the note in her head, her heart saddened by not being able to get to know Reginald better. Occasionaly she would reach out to quiet the pack animals, but that was all. Then Krissy tells her story about her family being dead, Elvina glances briefly at her. o O(So young, yet she has gone through so much in her life. That child is a strong one.) Tieing the pack animals to a tree so they don't wander, Elvina grabs the wood and walks it over to a spot next to the dead lion. She pats the lion breifly and says "You served your master well. Your journey here is over." She then walks towards Reginald's body and kneels next to it. She rips part of her shirt and wipes off some of the blood covering his face, tears forming in her eyes as she does. She then reaches to remove his sword from his side, and the other belongings that he had. Once this is done She looks at his face one last time, kisses him lightly one the lips and says "I wish we had gotten to know each other better before this. Be at easy brave warrior, your journey is done." She stands and looks to Krissy, tears openingly running down her checks now. "So many lives lost in this stupid war, and for what? To prove what religion is right? To show who are the better people? It's all stupid, you are as equal as I in the great scheme of things. We all eventually die and move on. And only an idiot believes otherwise." She then begins to help Krissy build the Pyre and offers to help in anyway with the Shrine that Krissy wishes to build....
Drindin 04-10-04, 03:41 PM	After the Pyre is built, Krissy moves Reginald's body ontop of it, with assistance from Elvina. Krissy wanders off, and gathers some flowers, which she ceremoniously lays about Reginald's body. "Pass quickly, Warrior... let the river that is death carry you to your final destination with great swiftness..." With a prayer to whatever god might be listening, and the mumbling of a few archaic words, the pyre is lit. Krissy takes some more of the wood, and builds a second Pyre, this one lower to the ground, and lays the tigers (I said lion, but I shouldn't of! :embarrass ) body ontop, again with help from Elvina. She mumbles the same prayer, and lights the Pyre again. She then gets to work creating the Shrine, a simple oriental style shrine which she builds near the path. She then unrolls a bundle from a small bag she brought with herself, revealing the cloak that Drindin had given her on the day of his bodily death. Taking a spare log which she stands erect within the shrine, she drapes the cloak over it. "May you be remembered, my uncle... your spirit and body are both passed now. May your rest be eternal, and undisturbed..." Krissy's eyes never once meet with Elvina's, but she says this. "There are things at work in this world... that we will never understand. I am living proof of this." She looks over at the pack horse. "Animals do not come near me." She looks towards Elvina, her gaze locking with Elvina's. "And People fear my eyes!" ((This effect is called the 'unnerving gaze', a natural ability of Fetch's, or half ghosts. Basicaly, unless Elvina has a strong will, for the next ten minutes, she'll be considered 'shaken'. In other words, it'll be like most people are after a terribly frightening experience...))
Elvina 04-11-04, 09:22 AM	And Elvina was indeed "Shaken" by Krissy's eyes. But rather then back down or let her fear get the best of her she held Krissy's gaze. "It is hard to understand the way life works Krissy. I think the best you can do is live your life the best way you know how. And don't let anyone elses views change how you live, Your Uncle was living proof of that. Just be you Krissy and you'll find your true friends." Elvina starts to shake a little, but she still doesn't break Krissy's gaze untill Krissy herself looks away. ((Think Hunt for Reginald or Evil Intentions and you'll know why she can stand to look fear straight on.)) "So what will you do now Krissy? Where do you plan to go?" The whole time durning this talk Elvina was holding Reginalds bloody sword in her hand, his other effect in a bag in the other hand. And the way she was holding it, it would appear that she would never let go of Reginald's sword for as long as she lived....
kulideb 04-11-04, 11:12 AM	She knew she needed something to do to stop the feeling of panic from taking over her. "We need to get back to the natural pane." she said softly. She looked around and then slowly stood up. She knew she could jump, but would she be able to take all these people with her. She couldnt just leave them, she needed Gene's help but the master shadow dancer was no were to be seen.
Finwe 04-11-04, 11:27 AM	"You serve no one but your self, Mytus you pitiful scum", Finwe spat. "Kuidileb, if you wish to leave now, I can open a gate for you. it shall take you to where agudo's body lies. Be swift, I will keep the others from going through unless you wish them too. Be strong, child. You may think that Messianicia has placed a curse upon you. That may be true, but if you endure and show great strength, you may be able to turn it into a great gift. What better end could there be for her than to further the cause of light? Now, go, the portal opens..." A shimmering portal, almost blindingly bright in teh dark shadow plane, opens in front of Kuidileb. Beyond she can see a great brown dragon, courled in the grass, with the tip of a blue hat visible beyond the wing.
Kakeru 04-11-04, 11:36 AM	Kakeru 'walks to the school, looking around it, he finds it relatively deserted, and thus his quest to find someone begins..... and ends ten minutes later when he finds lady hoot. "uh, hello? i am here looking for sir Agudo. i was told he could teach me spells"
kulideb 04-11-04, 12:32 PM	The elf nodded at Finwe. "Thank you, we need to get as many people as we can make to the normal planes." She looked at Mytus, then back at Finwe. "Remember they where fooled by messi.." The elf couldnt bring her self to utter that name. "We must help all we can." She glanced around for Rayek and his blond haired friend. "Would you look after Kheldar? I dont want him to slip away just yet."
Finwe 04-11-04, 01:04 PM	"Kuidileb, bring whomever you wish to the other side, but act quicky. We must leave now. I feel the aproach of one of the more hostile natives."
sculyblast 04-11-04, 04:34 PM	Ooc: Finwe, it is called "Reading"! If you would have even taken the ease to look at my former post I had together with Messianica you could see Mytus is in kind of a very good disguise and even changed his voice, He makes a total different impression... Now there are two options here: or You did not notice anything about my disguise or your Character has Freaking God powers that do not allow you to be fooled... fore the sake of roleplaying.. can you please edit your post... I don't see any good reason why Finwe could directly recognise mytus, in fact, the meanting between finwe and Mytus was so short you character whould allready have forgotten who the hell mytus is.. Sculy.. Bit annoyed
Tyrion Grayleaf 04-11-04, 08:04 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongtyrion.gif Tyrion looked to Kulideb, what an awful thing to have happen to her. "Yes my lady, he will not leave without your word." Tyrion looked at the rogue. Kheldar was bent over Messianica. Lines on Tyrion's forehead creased and the Elven knight frowned. Was Kheldar morning over his lost mistress? He could feel pity for the man, but it was important to keep things in proper perspective. The assassin had murdered Agudo, Kulideb would probably want some sort of vengeance. . . And if she didn't, he had no doubt that the fiery eyed Elven bard Kharia did! Rayek also kept a careful eye on Kheldar, Tyrion supposed he could risk picking up his other sword on the ground. He did and sheathed it, he would be glad to get out of here soon! Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
Kheldar Devaentar 04-11-04, 09:37 PM	((ARGH! lol, I just wrote a huge post as Kheldar! But evil Internet Explorer decided to eat it! Darn. . . Oh well, here I go again. . . Oh, and Sculyblast, I think Finwe made a genuine error there. But he should try to patch it up. :))) http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif Kheldar rolled his eyes, who did these people think they were? Yes my lady, he will not leave without your word. Kheldar had to stop himself from snorting out loud. With all the debris and cover laying around him, hiding himself, even in plain sight, would be a very simple task. Then from there going through Finwe's portal would be a walk in the park. But what was Kulideb hoping to do with him? That amusing question made him want to stay and find out. He had to stay until he retrieved something any way. Messianica's crumpled body laid before him. So Kulideb had managed to kill her before he did. The damn woman had died without ever informing him how her curse would effect him after her death! Well, hopefully it wouldn't effect him at all. Kheldar undid the amulet around Messianica's throat just before her warm blood could get all over his gloves. He had given it to her just after she singed his contract regarding Agudo's assassination. The purple gem, now light gray in this place, shone dully in the light. Kheldar turned the amulet over to see what was behind it. A small metal loop neatly framed a shallow circle dug into it. The dimensions of the loop matched the one at the tip of his crossbow exactly! Kheldar smiled as he took out the bolt loaded in his crossbow, and quickly jabbed it in and out of the loop attached to the weapon. Sure enough, the quarrel of the bolt popped in and out of the loop on the back of the amulet. With Kheldar hunched over Messianica's body, noone could have seen his little experiment. ((not even the snerts ;))) Keeping that roguish smirk on his face, Kheldar reloaded his crossbow and pocketed the amulet, then stood up and turned around to face everyone, his eyes appeared as casual as always. "And what can I do for ya Kulideb?" Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
Finwe 04-11-04, 10:15 PM	"You can can drop all the weapons that you're carrying right now, unless you want to fight a Zenith (emphasis on this word ;)) Archmage, another assasin who is probably more than a match for you, being in his native enviroment, a skilled elven warrior, another elven warrior-bard, and yet another elven warrior. And, I tell you, I have had experience enough in dealing with your kind to know that you will always have another trick up your sleeve. Don't even try; you're outmatched, outnumbered six to one, and traped on a hostile plane. I have only to flick a wrist and that portal will close." "Kuidileb, go through the portal now!. I'll get the others!"
Leetah 04-12-04, 12:08 AM	Back at the Camp. http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongleetah.gif Leetah stared at Branth with an express akin to a lost puppy's. Nothing she did seemed to make the dragon rise. Was he dead? Leetah doubted it. His body was still warm. But then why wouldn't he wake up!? "Is something the matter my dear?" Leetah gasped as she quickly spun around and looked up at the smiling face of her teacher. With all her attention focused on Branth, she never even heard Kanzeil enter the tent. "Ummm. . .Yes Sir, it's this dragon. I don't know what to do! He wont wake up." Leetah tried calling Branth's name a few more times, but nothing ever resulted from it. The priestess then gave the beast three forceful nudges, but all that did was tire her arms. Leetah looked towards Kanzeil hopelessly. "Have you tried using magic yet?" Leetah shook her head. "No. . .Not yet. . .I couldn't think of any spells that would help. A Dispel Magic might awaken him if his slumber's magical in nature but. . ." Leetah turned her head towards the dragon. A small frown adorned her face. ". . .It could also kill him if magic's being used to keep him alive. See Sir? I just don't know what to do. Is there anything you can think of?" Artwork copyright © 2003, Christopher C. Quigley
Kanzeil 04-12-04, 12:54 AM	Kanzeil moved closer to Branth and ran his hand along the sleeping dragon's side. He then planted his ear against the creature's stomach and listened carefully to what was beyond the beast's thick scales. All Branth's internal organs seemed to be functioning, but at an alarmingly slow rate! Taking a step away from Branth, Kanzeil began to calculate what was wrong with him. "Hmmm. . .He's in a state of comatose. . .Similar to the effects of a Sequester Spell." Kanzeil slowly began to pace around the tent. Leetah watched intently as her instructor tried to come up with a way to help the sleeping dragon. "A Dispel Magic wouldn't have done anything Leetah, although it was wise of you to refrain from using it. What this dragon's going through right now can only be healed by his own strength. There's no magical remedy that will automatically make this problem go away." Leetah's frowned deepened, but Kanzeil's sought to brighten her mood with what he had to say next. "We can, however, assist the natural healing process that this dragon's body will be going through. If we use our divine magic to bolster this beast' resistances, then the chances of him pulling out of the deep slumber will be greatly increased." Kanzeil knelt down beside Branth, and motioned Leetah to join him. "Come now. Place both your hands against this dragon's side and try to conjure the positive energy required to strengthen his resistances. I'll be doing the same thing on the creature's other side." Nodding her head, Leetah quickly knelt down beside Branth and did as she was instructed. Kanzeil, on the other hand, planted both his hands firmly against Branth's side but didn't actually channel any energy. . . . . .This was a test. . .Kanzeil wanted to see if Leetah could pull off this little miracle on her own. . .
Agudo Archmage 04-12-04, 02:20 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley When the robed figure reviled the body of a Drow. Many in the lobby were alarmed. “I see you have come here for protection? If so what is your real name?” Just then Kakeru walks up and seems lost as well. He was looking for Agudo. The wise white owl smiles and nods her head. “Greetings stranger, who might you be that seeks the Headmaster of this school?”
kulideb 04-12-04, 04:40 AM	Kulideb watched as people began to file out through the portal back to the normal plane. She looked at Kheldar and felt pity as she watched him caress the body of Messiannica, she wasnt sure yet what she wanted to do with him. A thought flickered across her mind, he had been spell bound to Messiannica. And now along with her curse Kulideb was soul bound to Kheldar in her place. The elf paled at that thought. She was glad the two elves were keeping a watch on him. "We had better bring her body too." she said with a sigh. She walked towards the portal. ~No tricks Kheldar!~ she sent through their bond to him. She patted Finwe on the shoulder as she past him. "Try and keep it open for as long as you can, but dont let yourself become trapped." She looked at Helator Pilesos,Lampey and Breadner, she felt she could trust them at least for now she thought. "Please follow me." she said to them stepping into the portal and out back to Hillsfar. So much pain and suffering hit her as she stepped back into Hillsfar, an over whelming desire to run as far as she could threatened to over take her, there was no way she could help so many people! She slowed her breathing, calming her self down. Just take it one step at a time she thought. The people looked hungery, their eyes dug into her soul. "Helator! I belive Messiannica had a huge amount of gold, infact enough pay for the soul of an Archmage!" She looked at Kheldar. "Would you please bring it out..you might need help." she said to Helator . ((Hope you dont mind me dragging you back to hillsfar Kheldar!))
Branth 04-12-04, 10:24 AM	As Leetah infused Branth with energy the following happens. First it seems to make things worse, his heart beat and breathing seem to get slower and slower tille he was hardly alive at all. Then quite suddenly it takes a turn for the better. Leetah can feel his chest rising and falling as he breaths more and more. His heart beat goes back to normal and his body begins to shimmer with an unuseal light. He begins to shrink and change forms, then just before he opens his eyes he takes his human form. Where a big brown dragon once was now sits a 16 year old boy with brown hair. He looks confused as he see's Leetah and Kanzeil kneeling about 20 feet away from him with their hands outstreached. "What are you two doing? Agudo's over here, not over there!" He stands up on shaky legs and walks over to them. "You've got to save him! We got his soul back into that dager, but he doesn't know how to get it out of the dager. Though I guess being in the dager is better then being in my head, at least I don't have to listen to his rambling right now." He looks at Miss Leetah with complete trust in his eyes, then he grabs her outstreached hand and tries to gently pull her to Agudo's body. "Come on Miss Leetah you can save him." ((OOC: Um, how does he know your name. Well see it has to do with Evil Intentions, but I'm not giving away my plot on that just yet! ;) ))
Khaira 04-12-04, 12:02 PM	Double post
Khaira 04-12-04, 12:16 PM	Khaira was searching the ruins for her harp, and she felt panic begin to set in. Where was it? ! Dear Corellon above, where in the Abyss was it!? She began to move aside stone and rubble as she searched for it. "If it is the last thing I do, I will find my harp! I must have it!" ((OOC - It is my precioussss! Sorry, couldn't resist. :D)) She continues searching for the harp, and finally, she comes upon the bloody parcel. Praise Corellon, it was here! Ripping open the package, she held the scratched harp in her hands. The scratched, ash-wood harp. She began to play a tune on it, letting her emotion inspire her music. But all that came out was the SNAP-SNAP! as various strings broke. "My harp! Except ... this is not my harp. He tricked me, the fool! He gave me a replica! His blood shall pay for my harp this day!" She throws the harp down, and looks back to where Savael was. She would destroy him! Rising to her feet, she looked over at the group, that same, fierce passion in her eyes...
Faeryl 04-12-04, 12:23 PM	The Drow Elf goes down on one knee before Lady Hoot. Is it an act of submission or an act of respect. She looks up to the Lady Hoot, compassion and kindness reflected in her eyes. In a slow, reverent movement, the drow sets her staff at the feet (or talons?:D) of Lady Hoot. "Though evil my race, such I am not, Cursed to remain in the skin, running lest I be caught. Caught and condemned, condemned and caught, A tight rope many wish to tie around my neck, a tight rope with a knot. A name I have, given to me at my birth, is what I am called, Faeryl Illystian of the 6th house of the 13th Generation of the Shadowlords, from the Realm of Menzoberran. A long story have I, gracious Lady Hoot, Though some who would hear it claim it to be moot. Sadness, Death, Misery, and Pain, Hear me out if you would, Gracious Lady, I beg of ye, do not turn me from your sight. A new start is all I wish, a place to live and breathe, That I may wipe this slate of my past clean."
Drindin 04-12-04, 12:49 PM	Originally posted by Elvina "So what will you do now Krissy? Where do you plan to go?" The whole time durning this talk Elvina was holding Reginalds bloody sword in her hand, his other effect in a bag in the other hand. And the way she was holding it, it would appear that she would never let go of Reginald's sword for as long as she lived.... Krissy looked up at the billowing clouds of oily smoke, and wrinked her nose at the barely-blotted smell of burning flesh. "We will wait for the fires to die, and complete Reginalds will, for now... but afterwards, I would wish to return to the school..."
Kakeru 04-12-04, 04:53 PM	Kakeru watches Faeryl as she says her poem, clapping at the end of it, " nice poem....uh.." looks to lady hoot, bowing in respect. " i am kakeru, i was told to come here for instruction in the Art. "
Savael 04-12-04, 05:03 PM	Sweat poured down Savaels forehead as he wrenched off the breastplate of his armour as he made his way through the ash-waste ruins of the shadowplanes version of Hillsfar. Putting as much distance as possible between himself and Messianicas killers was at the moment his main objective. For they had killed Messianica. Plunged their blades into her mortal shell and scattered it to the winds of this horrible place.... “People die. Stuff breaks. Such is the way of things – now get over it and move!” His legs were already aching more and more with the strain of walking. The battle and subsequent injuries suffered at the hands of Khaira and the other henchmen of the army of light was beginning to take their toll on him – And wearing heavy plate armour while trying to move quickly was not under any circumstances a very good idea! He had left a thin trail of armour pieces in the ruins behind him as he went – that was not a very good thing either. He searched his mind for a way out of the situation at hand when a sudden flare of bright light caught his attention. What the heck was that? Magic of some sort probably, but what magic exactly was hard to define. This whole place was dark, brooding and uninviting, and the blazing white flame in the near distance shone like a beacon in the perpetual light of this plane... Perhaps he ought to go back to at least see what it was for himself? Perhaps his lady’s killers would accept his surrender? Probably not. It would be to much of a gamble for him to undertake, simply to trust his former enemies to spare his life... And even if they did, he doubted that sprained little excuse for a harp he’d wrapped in that package to Khaira would make her want to do anything short of killing him in the most painful manner possible for him to imagine. No. Retreat and surrender was not possible. He cast the thought aside and looked down to his wounded thigh. With closed eyes and a quick prayer on his lips he extracted the broken arrow and sealed the worst part of the wound. Rich, red blood flowed out between his fingers for a moment before the healing magic’s took hold and halted the flow. The pain in his leg was now dimming somewhat, although the wound still needed rest and proper tending before he would say himself content with it. He had learned something at least, as a cleric. He took one or two deep breaths in order to steady himself before rising from his slumped position on the dark ground where he had been residing, and trudged on into the ruined wasteland, to whatever fate awaited him. There had to be a way out of this nightmare somewhere, and he was damned if this place would get the best of him! Savael Sesehen Kaaranir would not falter and die in this ruined wasteland!
Agudo Archmage 04-12-04, 05:53 PM	The shadows were not the only thing inside this dark realm. Creatures of fear and death larked about seeking life, so that it may devourer it. Khaira was distracted by her anger and by her wrath for Savael. Yet these shadows of death moved quickly and without delay. Pouncing on the two would be enemies. Who now to survive must work together, or be overwhelmed the monstrous darkness. The first five shadow creatures, surrounded Khaira and then another five of the shadows were on Savael Lashing out with life draining claws of death.
Agudo Archmage 04-12-04, 06:05 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Lady Hoot smiled at Kakeru. “It is good that you seek knowledge and Aerie at this time is teaching the Arts. By the way who is this one who told you to come hear?” As the wise white owl is speaking, the Drow bows on one knee before her. Turning Lady Hoot considers her words of Faeryl “Many have come claiming to be like a Drizzt of the northern lands. Yet few truly seek redemption of the heart. Do you Faeryl wish to be come pure and good? And if so tell me the truth! Who seeks your death and why?”
sculyblast 04-13-04, 11:08 AM	Kulideb wanted to step forward through the portal.. but Mytus hold her back of a second "Lady kulideb, The civillian of hillsfar have noticed our absence as well, once we will return to hillsfar, the new Lady will be announced, which is you, are you ready for this task?" mytus (aka helator) awaited a answer and then answered kulidebs question "all of hillsfar is yours now. I do not know where Messianica's Gold was kept, but I will stard a search right after the new lady was announced... I will still see to what Direction Seaval takes *takes a opposing look on his face* he used to be Messianica's most loyal servant.. that is why I do not know if he will convert to obey your words" ((Awaiting your Reply to make another counter post))
Khaira 04-13-04, 12:26 PM	She felt the life begin to drain from her as two of the shades' claws struck her. This was not the first time the cold, bony claws of death had marred her skin, but it was a rather uncomfortable experience nonetheless. She lets out a roar; it is half battle cry and half cry of pain. "My life shall not be forfeit today! Begone from me!" She hefts both blades, then. She didn't know if these shadow things were vulnerable, but nothign could escape her flame, she was sure! Uttering a command word, her first blade becomes pure fire as it cleaves through one shadow.
Faeryl 04-13-04, 12:42 PM	The drow looks up to Lady Hoot. It would appear that the owl thinks she is lying or at least attempting to deceive her a little bit. Such was her heritage. "A lie not yet have I spoken to ye, Only what has, of yet, befallen me. I am hunted, ever hunted by my own kin, And forsaken and outcast by those of the Surface Realm. A Drow I may be, and a Cleric of Elistraee, too. Lloth I have long shunned from my sight, Instead turning to Elistraee's might." She pauses; she did not know why she was cursed, yet she was afraid she would to have to let the Lady Hoot know all the she knew. "Outcast I was, even as a youth, I was to be killed by Father, for not being True Drow. Men came, kind men, powerful men, Men that were my salvation. A secret I bore, a secret so horrible, That I was cursed evermore. Cursed to speaks in rhyme, To speak in rhyme till the end of my days. Yet they, the mighty Drow of the Shadows, And even of the House of the Shadowlords, Still hunt me, hunt me for this secret."
Kakeru 04-13-04, 03:49 PM	Kakeru listens to fae then replies to lady hoots inqurie, " I cant remember the name of the older lady who told me to seek knowledge here. but i do remember that she was taller than I "
Leetah 04-13-04, 06:15 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongleetah.gif Trusting eyes fall upon confused and bewildered eyes as Branth gently takes Leetah's hand and tugs her towards the body of Agudo. Still shocked by the sudden metamorphosis of large frightening dragon into a small innocent child Leetah, shows puts up no resistance as she dragged to the Archmage's body. For all the time Leetah's spent in the Realms, there were still countless spectacles that the maiden had never seen. Leetah wondered if she'd ever get used to bearing witness to such wondrous events like everyone else around her. Both Kanzeil and Keldorn didn't even appear to bat an eye! . . . (( Oh no. . .I have to go. But rest assured, Agudo WILL be brought back to life before the end of the day! . .Ummm. . .I hope. . . )) Artwork copyright © 2003, Christopher C. Quigley
Evander-Sunstrike 04-14-04, 10:08 AM	He looks to the poetic-speaking drow, and then turns to Lady Hoot. His eye catches the symbol of Elistraee tucked inside Faeryl's cloak. "Lady Hoot, I've seen many a creature that should be evil and have turned to the side of good. There are exceptions to every rule. I have seen Orcish Magic Users, Elven Barbarians, even Gnomish Monks! I am sure she speaks the truth; the Drow are ruthless like that, killing their own kind, hunting them down. It is no small wonder that this individual would have wanted to escape the Underdark."
kulideb 04-14-04, 11:20 AM	The elf felt relieved at helator's words. "Thank you, you have no idea how much it means to me. I will look after Hillsfar untill we can find someone better suited." Kulideb entered a room that some one had shown her into, a tub of water and been prepared for her and fresh clothing laid out. The elf discared her bloody clothes, she wiped the steam from the mirror and began to check on all the cuts and bursies on her body. A thought hit her, she could see what Kheldar saw through his eyes due to the soul bonding (something she hadnt tried out yet) but if she could see through his eyes then he would be able to see through hers! She allowed the mirror to steam up again.And stepped into the tub. The water turned pale pink as messianicas blood washed off. ~If only it was so easy to clean the stains on the soul, ~ She thought to her self. As soon as she had washed the blood off, the elf climbed out and dressed. She took a few deep breaths and stepped outside. ~if only Agudo were here~ she thought yet again.
Agudo Archmage 04-15-04, 12:56 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Lady Hoot pondered the words of Evander. “Yes let us pray that this Drow is telling us the truth.” The wise snow owl moves closer to Faeryl “Is their no way to brake your curse? After a few minutes of speaking with the Drow, Lady Hoot replies to Kakeru. Your more than welcome to take a class here Kakeru. Just fill out the lobby book that asks for your name, title, alignment, and the class to be taken.”
Good Knight 04-15-04, 01:13 AM	Keldorn prayed silently as he knelt over the brave wizards body. Looking up he sees Branth is healthy boyish form. Standing he smiles at the young lad, as best as he can under the circumstances. “It is good your well Branth, I can only hope Leetah can save my dearest friend.” The Knight glances down at Agudo then looks into Leetah eyes sadly
Kheldar Devaentar 04-15-04, 05:50 AM	((Between being sick and trying to stay on top of work, I haven't really posted very often. . . something that I've been e-mailed about several times. ;) Don't worry, I haven't forgotten about you wonderful peoples. . . I'm just scrambling around like a chicken with it's head cut off, trying to find time to do everything I want to do. :bigeyes:)) http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/headlesschicken.gif Hillsfar http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif Kheldar frowned at the iron bars in front of him. Augh! He had wanted an amusing encounter with Kulideb. Instead what he got was a treacherous smack in the back of the head by none other then Gene, and thrown into a jail cell. But he supposed that's what he deserved for letting his curiosity get the best of him. Damn his head hurt. . . Since regaining consciousness he remembered the two Elven voices that had tossed him into his cell. Tyrion and Rayek he thought. He also remembered something about a very peculiar dream. He had been watching through the eyes of a woman, bathing herself of all things. She was washing blood off of her scratched, but beautiful body - making the soapy water turn pink. . . But even though it was a strange dream, what was stranger still was how unnatural she moved her body while washing her skin. It appeared she wanted to wash herself without looking at her naked body once! Like his dream was purposefully denying it of him! - Strange dream. At any rate, it was good to be back in a world full of color, albeit there wasn't very much of it in the dusty cell he was residing in. Well, he had been pretty foolish to wind up where he was now, but that didn't mean he had to be a fool about his escape! If there was one intriguing thing about being a prisoner, it was puzzling out a way to escape! If he had gotten out of the Drow city Menzoberranzan as a slave, it shouldn't be that difficult to get out of his current situation. He looked at the lock on his cell. Fairly good quality, but not impossible to breach with the right tools. Next he looked at his right forearm, it was kept un cut-and whole. . . good. . . now he needed something to cut it up with! Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley ((Hee hee, oh alright, so I miiiiiiight have toiled with other character's freedom of destiny. :) Please let me know if you'd like something changed.))
Leetah 04-15-04, 05:55 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongleetah.gif ". . .I. . ." Leetah's voice shook as she stared into the two troubled pools that were Keldorn's eyes. ". . .I'll do my best Sir. . ." Forcing back a nervous gulp, Leetah slowly undid the brooch that held her grey cloak around her shoulders and neatly laid the cloak flat on the ground beside Agudo. Next, she knelt down on the soft fabric and pulled out the black handled dagger that contained Agudo's soul. The dark blade glistened eerily in the low light of the tent, and smelled very faintly of something Leetah couldn't quite place her finger on. It's fragrance was almost like. . . . . .peanut butter? "So this must be the dagger Mr Kheldar used to assassinate Agudo." The girl's voice was no more than a soft whisper, and it trembled almost as much as the hand holding the dagger. Leetah set the blade down in front of her and pulled out a small diamond from a pouch on her belt. She then laid the diamond down on the blade and clasped her hands together. Closing her eyes, and trying to remember the proper words for the incantation, Leetah began to cast Resurrection. ". . .Leetah. . ." The cleric's eyes whipped open as she immediately turned her head towards Kanzeil. ". . .You forgot the sprinkle of holy water." Feeling the red slowly blossom from her cheeks, Leetah open up her belt pouch again and retrieved a tiny vial of holy water. Sprinkling the holy water lightly over the surface of the diamond and blade, Leetah returned the small vial back into her pouch and clasped her hands together once more. She didn’t continue forward with the spell, however, until after she received an approving nod from Kanzeil. Okay Leetah, no more mistakes! Time to show Mr Keldorn and Mr Kanzeil what a great cleric you are! The priestess could feel beads of sweat start to form just above her forehead. She really wished she had more practice casting resurrection than the two exercises she had performed back at the chapel. . . Artwork copyright © 2003, Christopher C. Quigley
Drindin 04-15-04, 09:20 AM	Originally posted by kulideb ~if only Agudo were here~ she thought yet again. Well, came a voice from behind her, that only she could hear, one cold as ice, and very familiar. I'm not Agudo, but I hope I'll suffice. Oh, and just so you know... you're the only one who can see me. Not even my own niece can. Standing behind Kulideb, is Drindin. However, no one else seems to acknowledge his presence. "Hello, Kulideb." He says with a smirk.
Faeryl 04-15-04, 09:50 AM	She looks to Lady Hoot as she speaks, asking about the curse. "A way to protect, they say, From all the dangers after the day. Speaking in rhyme is my curse, A curse that cannot be broken, not e'en by the best of Cleric and Wizards, One learns to adapt to such a thing, After living with it for so many years. If a test is what you wish me to take, I can show you that evil is not in my make."
Savael 04-15-04, 11:20 AM	A shiver went down Savaels spine as band of grim, shadowy figures descended upon him from the darkness, latching onto him with cold, evil claws – drawing his life away. Their touch was ice to his skin, and death to his body. “Get away from me you fiends!” he roared, swinging at his foes with his iron claws - marvelling for a split second as they... passed straight through them... The foul creatures snarled at him, apparently in disgust as his blades passed unobstructed through their forms, claws latching into him... clawing away at his life once more! Dammit! He didn’t have time to this! Curse this place and curse this damn war! He tried to pull himself back, away from the smouldering, baleful stares of his enemies as his armour weighed ever heavier on his shoulders.
Khaira 04-15-04, 02:02 PM	Khaira's yet mundane blade passed harmlessly through one of the fiends, but her other blade, engulfed in fire passed through another (FoD permitting of course, Agudo). She stepped back several feet as she awaited another attack from one of the fiends. "Where's a cleric when you really need one? I may not be a cleric, but I do have some power in this Shadow Realm...Corellon, light my way!" She murmurs a few simple, short words and, almost as if at will, her non-flaming blade spread a magical light in a 5 ft. radius. This may not totally protect her, but at least it would hold them off - for a time.
Kakeru 04-15-04, 04:24 PM	Kakeru nods to lady hoot. finding his way to the book, he signs in. Name: Kakeru Title: the short Alignment: chaotic good class: advanced spells & healing
Tyrion Grayleaf 04-15-04, 05:28 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongtyrion.gif Tyrion marched through the halls of Kulideb's newly inherited keep with a black bundle in his hands. He no longer wore that despicable tattered cloak around his armor, and his mithril, blue plates shone proudly as though they had been rigorously polished up. Tyrion himself looked cleaned up as well. He had made sure there wasn't a trace of blood on him or any of his weapons. His two long swords hung sheathed from his belt on his left side, and without the cloak hiding it now, a third sheath containing an ornate, silvered dagger could be seen. His shield was strapped to his back again, shining just as proudly as the rest of his armor. Rayek walked with him. The dark, elven archer looked cleaned up himself. Even in the halls he kept a quiver of arrows on him and his bow never far out of reach. Belted to his hip was a single, cruel looking sword. Both of them spotted Kulideb and came towards her, remarkably standing on either side of Drindin, although certainly paying him no mind. Tyrion spoke. "My lady Kulideb, Agudo's assassin has been safely locked behind bars in the dungeon below. This is everything he had on him." Tyrion opened the black bundle he carried, which turned out to be Kheldar's cloak with it's golden brooch and large metal loop attached to it. Inside there were two crossbows, one a repeater, the other a regular one with a metallic ring screwed into the end of it. The only other objects were a pair of leather gloves, glasses with green lenses, a dagger with a moist blade, and Messianica's necklet. "Where would you like this to be put?" Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
Kheldar Devaentar 04-15-04, 06:43 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif "An. . . old. . . rat bone." It was hardly what Kheldar wanted as his first choice, but there didn't really appear to be anything else sharp enough. "Oh well, it's the results that matter." Kheldar took the piece of bone and started slashing open a spot on his right arm. It didn't take much digging, and he made sure he didn't dig too far! When he was finished, a subdermal pouch within his arm revealed a masterfully crafted lock pick. * * * Kulideb feels something very unsettling come over her. Somewhere in her mind she can see Kheldar taking a lock pick out of his arm, and going to work on the lock on his cell down in the dungeon. Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
Angel Elf 04-15-04, 10:17 PM	Off in the distance she could see the remaining forces of the light. Gathering around the knight Keldorn and a few others. She brushed her wings over a dead fighters face, not even noticing him. Angel smiled at the sight of the mortals folly. “Messianica is dead?” She said more as fact than a question. The small raven nodded its head, perched on a broken banner. “Then you’re sure that Kulideb is the next chosen ?” The bird once more nodded at the winged elf. “I shall meet you in the city of Hillsfar. Make sure the others wait for me there” The black raven and Angel flew off in different directions. A dark day for the army of light, suddenly got darker.
Agudo Archmage 04-16-04, 12:34 AM	((In the Shadow Realm )) Savael and Khaira had fought with great strength, killing many. But the strongest blow came when the Lady Bard cast a light upon the shadow creatures. Many perished at that mighty attack They were left in a shadow world …. But were they alone? For howls could be heard far from the light that she had cast. Waiting… for… the …darkness ((At the Shool of Light)) http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Lady Hoot smiled and noded to the Drow. We shall start with Holly water and then cast Truth spells on you. The Knights of Light shall use detect evil and if all goes well we shall see from there.
Khaira 04-16-04, 09:39 AM	That was the only power that she had here, the power of light, but now that, too, was expended. She stood at the ready as she watched the red eyes and stretching, death-like hands of the shades reaching for her just beyond the boundary of the light. It would only be a matter of time...only a matter of time before the light would give away and the shades would come for her, bearing death in their hands...Slowly, stepping cautiously, she began to move back to where Savael was. She noticed that there were very much fewer people now. Where had everyone gone?
Faeryl 04-16-04, 09:45 AM	The drow nodded, gathering up her staff in hand as she rises, looking at the Lady Hoot. "If such is your will, so it shall be so, Soon you shall see that evil in me is no more. A new life I have embraced now, A life of piety and devotion in tow. Let us not linger any longer, Start the test that ye may see the Truth about me."
Savael 04-16-04, 01:51 PM	Savael continued to back away from the encroaching pack of shadows. Their eyes glowed a unsettling red in the gloomy darkness. If only he could defend himself somehow! The bite of his beloved claw had no effect upon these things... If only he could do something... ! The crowd previously lingering around the brightly shimmering portal appeared to have thinned out somewhat... In fact, he couldn’t really make out any of the people he had seen in the battle with Khaira. Except for one though. Near surrounded by the hateful, hissing shadow-creatures herself, his enemy stood brazenly against them in a glow of soft, yellow light, keeping the approaching fiends at bay. His knees buckled slightly under him as another set of claws he had failed to block or dodge raked into his side. These things were sapping his very strength away from him! He felt weak, so very, very weak... That light, held aloft by Khaira in midst of the shadows... Deftly avoiding another translucent arm of shadow, he stumbled in the direction of Khairas light, silently cursing the fates that had jostled his luck so.
Khaira 04-16-04, 02:00 PM	Out of the corner of her eye, she sees one person - her archenemy, in fact - stumbling towards her. As much as she hated to do so, she would have to work for the thief and traitor. Alone, they could do nothing, but together ... together, perhaps, they could survive! She made her way towards Savael, her light serving as a beacon, and sending the demons scattering... WHen Savael gets close, she grabs his hand and yanks him into her circle of light. "As much as I hate to say it, my beloved rival, the only way that we are going to get out of this damned Plane of Shadow is if we work together."
kulideb 04-16-04, 04:20 PM	The elf jumped at the sound of Drindin voice, She reached out a hand to him. "I am so glad to see you! I have gotten into such a mess!" She didnt get chance to say more as two figures entered, she saw that they had disregarded their tattered cloaks. Tyrion and Rayek , the elf thought to her self watching as they stood either side of Drindin. At first she thought they too could see him then she realized that only she was aware of Drindin. She nodded at Tyrions words, feeling safer knowing that the rogue was behind bars. She brushed her hand over Kheldars cloak and ran a finger along the metal loop. Her hand stopped over the necklet. She picked it up. "Better put them some were safe, there is a chest in my room they can go in there..exept this and this." she said with a smile picking up the green tinted glasses and keeping a hold of the necklet. The elf went pale, her eyes seemed unfocused, in her mind she saw an image of a lock pick being taken out of an arm. She rubbed at her brow. "You didnt leave him alone..did you?" she asked the two elves. ((As Kulideb can see Drindin, can Kheldar if he looks through her eyes? :rolleyes: ))
Rayek 04-17-04, 01:37 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongrayek.gif "Of course not." Rayek looked at Kulideb as if she asked them if he and Tyrion breathed water. "I ordered two of the dungeon guards, Biggs and Wedge, to keep a close eye on him while we were gone. They'll make sure he doesn't try anything Miss. Why do you ask?" Artwork copyright © 2003, Christopher C. Quigley
Agudo Archmage 04-17-04, 02:19 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Leetah had prayed and prayed, hymns could be heard by others, who stood over the once great mage. Yet nothing! more tears were shed, then someone pointed that Agudo hand had moved. Suddenly twitching was seen, then he sat up with a perplexed look on his face. “Branth? Am I still in your head?” Then his eyes saw the blond Cleric. “Wait! Leetah is that you?” Agudo stood and smiled brightly as he hugged his old adventuring friend. “It is you! I knew if anyone could help me, it would be you Leetah!” Then he saw Keldorn the brave RadiantHeart Knight and shed a tear. “Come here as well and join this group hug my old friend” With that happy, touching moment he turned to Branth . “My boy! If it wasn’t for your bravery in this matter, I would still be a glorified Butter knife!” Agudo gives a hearty handshake to Branth. “You’re a hero! I am sure your mother will be so happy with your acts of goodness. In saving me form that cad of a thief and assassin Kheldar!” After an hour of talking and updating Agudo on what had happen. The Archmage of Light, knew he had to Salvage this disaster for the army of Light. “Keldorn my general and friend, gather what’s left of the Army! We march this day to Hillsfar! Besides I want my front teeth back” He slapped the back of Keldorn, and laughed as he played it tuong through the hole in a pearly white smile. “Besides Kulideb is in there, trapped with those fanatics! We must save her and get that evil assassin Kheldar!” Turning to Leetah he gave a sad smile. “I know you don’t like fighting but we must stop Messianca and Kheldar. I hope you will be at my side” four hours latter they had reached the outskirt of the city. Agudo used could see that the anti magic field, was wavering around the city and used his magic to amplify his voice. “Surrender now! Messianca! And we shall be merciful! Hand over Kulideb and that murderer of… well of me!” The people inside the city were screaming with fear. For they believe Agudo had come to destroy the city. They cried out to Kulideb their new savoir. “Save us Kulideb! Don’t let that Archmage kill us!” They huddled around the fortress were Kulideb was. ((OOC The Army of Light has not heard that Messianca is dead))
sculyblast 04-17-04, 03:19 AM	When the voice of Agudo was heared all over hillsfar, Mytus felt two things, the first was happiness, because I could repay the debts he made by his superiors, the other thing was focusedness, he should quickly re-organise the whole army and confort the civillians of hillsfars he called out for Breadner, Lampey and Senis "Breadner, Quickly gather the army, you are in command Lampey, you will say with kulideb and protect her no matter the cost and Senis..." for a moment he thought, what would he let Senis do? "find us a save passage out of here, if you do not find one in half an hour return to us" then he walked to the core of the city and at the Marketplace he exclaimed: "Civillians of Hillsfar, I am Helator Pilesos, I am her to protect you all!, there is no need to worry, all we need is your trust! your army will do Great agains the army of light in the comming hours, and you will be save as long as the Lady walks in hte streeds of Hillsfar! Be Trustfull!" at the same time Lampey Arived at the site of Kulideb. "My Lady! War is upon Us!, your people need you right now. come with me!" Lampey exclaimed when he took some breath Breadner arrived at the barracks of the soldiers, "Good, Soldier Dudes! put on ya armours and weaponairy! that other Commanding dude is out of town, So Im promoted to general! I am your commanding officer and well protect the city agianst the army of light" ((ooc: I don't know If I am allowed to controle the will of the army, nor the civillians, and I am sorry for Breadners speace but I could really not place it in his original manner of speaking))
kulideb 04-17-04, 09:26 AM	Kulideb looked at Rayek. "I would just feel safer if you could check in on him." The noise of the crowds out side was getting louder. "Now what do they want!"Kulideb said, rubbing at her brow. She set off through the fort, ~Drindin, would you mind staying close, I might have need of your advice.~ she sent by thought to Drindin. Lampy arrived at her side. "War? who with?" the elf said feeling more puzzled than ever. Then she began to hear the words of the crowd. A rumor that spread like a wild fire. "Agudo? but hes dead." Looking around she could see the Soldiers getting ready under Breadner control. She could feel things getting out of controll, she needed to act. "Lampy, please tell Breadner not to attack." The people in the town still seemed to think of the army of light as the enemy , ~curses on Messianica!~ the elf thought. She knew she couldnt just open the gates, there would be a blood bath. The people of hillsfar would think that she had betrayed them. She needed to take things slowly to show the people here that the army of light was just. She looked at the people huddled around her. She needed to send word to the army of light, (she still couldnt belive that Agudo lived not till she saw him for her self.) She would send two ambassadors,Rayek or Tyrion, and some one from Hillsfar. As she stood thinking about what to do, her hand gently played with Kheldars glasses.
sculyblast 04-17-04, 03:14 PM	Lampey "tell Breadner not to attack? tell Breadner not to attack! no offense ,but are you insane! the Army of light will storm in, and soldiers won't see the difference between you and messianica! you will die! we have to fight!" Lampey looked out of the window, and overlooked the City of Hillsfar "Lady of Hillsfar, look at this City, just look at it. what do you see? When I look at it I see this, Lots of faithfull people who trust you, who care for you, who would die for you. these people will all fall under the sword of a soldier of light. They are soldiers, they do not know better then to do what they where ordered to, and there order was to find the lady of Hillsfar and destroy her, this city will be destroyed and you will die.. while on the other hand, the war was suppected for long to reach hillsfar, Breadner Prepare the defences, they will serve very well, if I may say so." then he turned to kulideb, looked into her eyes and then softly said with one tear rolling down his face: "My lady, don't make the same mistake I did, bring strength to the ones that need you." then he turned around again and look out over the city of hillsfar
kulideb 04-17-04, 03:26 PM	Kulideb looked at Lampy. "We must not attack! but you are right up to a point it would be wise to prepare the defences." She reached out and with a gentle touch wiped away the tear upon his face. "Post a few good people at the gates, tell them they must not attack unless I give the orrder, better pass it on to ...the group leaders too." http://nwn.unforgottenrealms.net/downloads/portraits/elfchick_lg.jpg
ruthia 04-17-04, 03:39 PM	Branth blushed slightly when Agudo called him a hero, but stayed quiet. When the army marched to Hillsfar Branth was nervoius as he marched next to Agudo, practicaly in his shadow (( Thus taking the role of his favorite teacher ;) )). As they marched he though of Kulideb. o O(I wonder if she's ok..) As Agudo sends out his demands Branth suddenly has a odd moment, He COULD talk to Kulideb. As a matter of fact he HAD been in conntact with her for a long time now. Concentrating now Branth sends out o O(Kulideb? Kulideb are you there? Are you ok? Answer me, it's Branth!)
sculyblast 04-17-04, 03:48 PM	Lampey Lampey was still not contented with this answer, but this time he knew he was not able to change the Ladies mind.. he should get someone stronger. "as you wish, my lady" lampey told kulideb and moved out. Lampey walked throught the streeds of hillsfar Searching for Mytus, Mytus somehow succeeded in calming down the people of hillsfar, they seemed a lot less scared by now. then he found Mytus and called out for him: "helator! wait a second!" Mytus turned around, then he saw it was lampey calling for him "Lampey! you suppost to be at the site of Kulideb!" "But helator! I must talk to you in privat." "for what?" "you will see, this is not to be meant for every ear in hillsfar." they both went into a narrow small streed where no other person was located "So, Lampey, what's important enought to leave your post?" "Kulideb won't let the armies move out." "She won't !? Hell, I should have now better then grand her superior command directly, have you tried to change her mind?" "of course I have, but my words are not powerfull enough" "well, don't worry yet, I will find a way. just stand here untill i return." "as you wish, helator" then mytus walked away and lampey stood alone in a narrow streed
sculyblast 04-17-04, 03:59 PM	Mytus (aka Helator) Mytus went to the palice where kulideb was staying, he knocked on the door, once there was opened,he got to hear from a sevant that kulideb was standing outside, he looked around and then he saw her, he walked straight to kulideb and knelt "Lady of Hillsfar, your people await your introduction and your words about the approaching war. I will guide you, in words and in steps, will you follow me to furfill your most current task?" ((OoC: If kulideb will follow mytus, then I will do some speaking about the civillians of hillsfar, I hope I am allowed to, if not pm me))
kulideb 04-17-04, 04:26 PM	The elf raised her hand to her brow, ~BRANTH!~she felt such relief at his contact. ~Branth, I heard a whisper among the people that..Ag..Agudo lives..is it true?~ She almost held her breath while she waited for an answer. She heard some one say her name she looked up and saw Mytus. The contact with Drindin and Branth had lightened the load that rested on her, with Mytus words she could feel the preasure building up again. "The war must end!" I'm just not sure how she then thought to her self.
Finwe 04-17-04, 05:21 PM	Finwe, who had remained silent at Kuidileb's side, studying the situation carefuly, now speaks; "Helator, you speak of folly. The Army of light is not a senseless hoard of orcs bent on destruction; they will listen to reason." Telepathicaly, he says to Kuidy, "Kuidileb, there shall be NO WAR. The people of this city must know that the army shall not harm them if we do not show a display of hostility. You should go out in front of the gates to meet the Army of Light. Surely either Keldorn or Agudo shall be leading it, and they shall recognize you. Right now, the army is still strong enough to crush the forces of Hillsfar. Think about it for a second. What shall be your choice this time, blood or peace?"
kulideb 04-17-04, 05:30 PM	The elf looked at Finwe and sent him a message ~Peace, that is all I want, but I'm not sure if the people of Hillsfar trust me yet, If I got out they might just think that I am running away from them or worse leading them to their doom.~ She didnt want to speak of Agudo till she heard back from Branth. Her hand played with Kheldars glasses a nervous habit she was developing.
ruthia 04-17-04, 08:19 PM	Branth sighs in relief as he hears Kulideb's voice. o O( Yes, Agudo's Alive and well. I saved him! But are you ok? He's worried about you being trapped in there. What's going on in the city?) Branth watches the restless army warily as he waits Kulideb's answer.
Agudo Archmage 04-18-04, 02:00 AM	((OOC sculyblast you may speak for some of and or about the civilians/gaurds. As long as it flows well with Kulideb ideas and My post below. Thanks!)) A small Drow girl walks up to Kulideb. The same one that bowed and kissed Kheldar hand. “Forgive me..me..Lady Savior. But please…” She says as tears well up in her eyes. “I have seen this Agudo before. And..and..(Sniff) (OOC My old Honor Among Thievs story) My family was killed in a Cavern do to some kind of magical traps. And when this Agudo walked by with others…He.. said… (Sob) He said… That all Evil Drow should be killed!… She looks up at Kulideb. “I am..a Drow don’t let Agudo ..kiiiilllll… me please”
Leetah 04-18-04, 06:02 AM	(( Honor Among Thievs )) Leetah sadly looks down at the pile of dead drow, and then back up at the archmage. "You honestly couldn't care less. . .could you Mr Agudo?" * * * (( And Now Back to the Story )) ". . .that cad of a thief and assassin Kheldar!" ". . .that evil assassin Kheldar!" ". . .we must stop Messianca and Kheldar!" ". . ." http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongleetah.gif Leetah remained completely silent during the long four-hour march to Hillsfar. Her eyes kept mostly to the ground through out the journey, but occasionally they'd drifted up to the heavens above with a look of fear and uncertainty, only to be pulled back down towards the ground again. The young cleric almost never looked directly ahead of her. The path ahead seemed to cause the girl the greatest amount of stress. Leetah was more comfortable staring at either the clouds above her or the dirt beneath her. . .never at the path ahead. "Mr Kheldar. . ." Leetah was staring at the ground again, seeking sanctuary in her own shadow and thoughts. We march forward to confront Mr Kheldar and this Evil Queen Messianca. Leetah folded her arms together and clung to her body, the girl thought she felt a sudden chill in the air. I know Mr Agudo wants them dead, to see both their bodies hanging at the end of the hang man's noose, but there has to be another way! There must be a better solution to ending this war! Leetah looked up to the sky again, searching for answers that remained hidden away from her. But what can I do? What right do I have to deny him from seeking the justice he feels is so necessary to administer? Leetah frowned. Sometimes she wondered if "justice" was just a fancy word the righteous used to justify their lust for revenge. How was ending the lives of the ones responsible for your murder any less evil then the original act of the murder itself? Leetah didn't see Agudo as an evil man necessarily, but she knew he wasn't very shy about ending the lives of the ones who directly opposed him. Leetah had learned about that back at the caverns during the "Soul Reaver Incident." The healer let out a sigh. I don't know what I'll do. . .All I can do is follow what my heart tells me, and pray that I make the right decisions. Lord Pelor, please be with me, for I know I'll need you in the coming hours. Leetah saw the gates of Hillsfar off in the distance. Artwork copyright © 2003, Christopher C. Quigley
kulideb 04-18-04, 07:51 AM	The elf clasped the glasses tighter as she recived Branths reply. ~Oh, I'm fine...almost, Messianca is dead...I killed her! but indoing so she cursed me, among other things she named me Savior of hillsfar now the people here are looking to me to keep them safe from the army of light, there carnt be any more fighting but I'm not sure how to stop this maddness~ she sent to Branth A small child ran up to Kulideb, the elf smiled at her even though the child was a drow. She had lernt at the school to look beyond the colour of some ones skin, and not to judge on race. "Now, now, Honey." she said huging the sobbing child. 'That all Evil Drow should be killed!… ' Kulideb looked surprised. "Agudo said that?" she said huging the child closer. ~Branth, I think I have another problem, there are drow here who think Agudo wants them dead just because they are drow. I need the Army of light to stay out side the town, if they enter it will be a bloodbath for all. Can you pass this on to Agudo?~ She knew that the Archmage would want Kheldars head too, some thing else she could not allow, she wasnt yet sure what would happen to her if Kheldar died. She looked at the people round her, bought here by Messianica. The lady had given them freedom, she needed to find away that would allow them to keep their freedom but also make them see that some of the things Messianica had done were twisted and that the Archmage wasnt evil....she hoped, she patted the child. "I will do all I can to protect you and the people here...I promise."
ruthia 04-18-04, 08:00 AM	Branth nodded as he recieves the message from Kulideb. o O( I'll try, but I can't promise anything. He's might need proof that Messiance is dead. You keep your people from doing anything and I'll try to stop Agudo. I just hope he trust me....) Branth looks at Agudo directly in front of him, then sighs. For kulideb he thinks to himself as he tugs and Agudo's robe to get his attention. "Agudo, I need to talk to you. Now please."
sculyblast 04-18-04, 02:19 PM	Mytus (aka Helator) "my lady kulideb, your people are waiting!" Mytus offered kulideb a arm to walk her to the market place, where she would be exclained to all of hillsfar as the new Lady of hillsfar and all the rumours would be clear. ((OoC: I just asumed Kulideb will follow mytus to the marketplace. There is not really anything that would be different if I delayed this post one post.)) then they arrived at the marketplace, making way throught to Crowds, then the reached the middle of the marketplace, where mytus once Again Raised himself to the stage, now giving Kulideb a hand to get up as well. "Civillians of Hillsfar! Messianica has fallen...But from her Ashes the new Lady of Hillsfar rises. Lady Kulideb! She will protect you with spark of fire of her hearth! Hail Lady Kulideb, Savior of Hillsfar." After the exclaimation of The death of Messianica firstly the crowds fell into wispering, the rumours had passed but most Kept it for inpossible. then they look to kulideb, she would protect them. then lampey arrived in the middle of the crowds, kulideb would probably not have noticed him, but Mytus knew he would come.Quickly lampey spread a wisper in the crowds, then the all took eachothers hands and exclaimed: "Hail Lady Kulideb! Savior of Hillsfar. Shall thou protect us against the Army of light" ((hmzz.. that Sentince Is quite long for a wisper but It should serve.. :devil))
kulideb 04-18-04, 03:05 PM	She need to give Branth time to talk to Agudo. Kulideb followed Helator, slowly climbing on to the stage. So many lives in her hands, the elf thought to herself when all she really wanted to do was run away. "Hail Lady Kulideb! Savior of Hillsfar. Shall thou protect us against the Army of light" She looked at the crowd, protect, against the army of light, she had to answer to say some thing... She looked around to see if she could see Drindin.
Tyrion Grayleaf 04-18-04, 09:04 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongtyrion.gif Tyrion looked after Kulideb as she left with Helator. She had taken the ornate necklet and green lensed glasses. Tyrion mildly wondered why, but dismissed the thought and turned to Rayek. "Perhaps you had better check on the assassin. I doubt he could be a threat to anyone though. . . He was unconscious when we locked him up after all. . . I'll be down there in a moment, I just want to put these things away in Lady Kulideb's room." Tyrion turned around, this time mildly wondering where Kulideb's room was. Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
Drindin 04-18-04, 11:36 PM	Originally posted by kulideb ((As Kulideb can see Drindin, can Kheldar if he looks through her eyes? :rolleyes: )) ((nope, cause Kulideb only sees drindin through spirit, not through any physical means)) Drindin remains silent, as to not make Kulideb appear crazy. "Hmm... a savior? I never saw you as the worshipped type. This is a pickle you've gotten yourself into..." He looks at Kulideb. "You seem troubled... your spirit is restless. Wha assistance do you need? perhaps I can help you." ((Oh yeah... by the way, I'm sorry about not replying for so long, I was at a Sunpeaks Music Festival))
Good Knight 04-19-04, 02:27 AM	Ooc traps? The troops moved quickly and set up formation. “We are down to less than half of the army we started out with” Keldorn says to Leetah but trys to smile for her sake. “Yet don’t worry I am sure now that Agudo is back, the warriors will be motivated to save the Realm from Messianica” Out in the distance several scouts, were testing the land as close as they could get to the walls of the city.
Rayek 04-19-04, 06:01 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongrayek.gif Rayek nodded his head. "Alright Tyrion. I’ll meet you back downstairs in the dungeon then. Don’t be too long." Turning around with his dark cloak flapping behind him, the tall elf parted with his friend and made his way back down towards the dungeon. It had only been a few minutes since he left Kheldar downstairs with the two guards. The captive rouge was probably still knocked out from when Gene hit him. * * * Rayek’s footsteps echoed throughout the dark dungeon halls as he descended down the long spiral staircase which took him directly to where Kulideb was keeping Kheldar. The sound of rats scurrying along the dusty cobblestone floor and torches crackling in the nearby chambers ahead were the only two things that filled the cloaked elf’s long sensitive ears. This caused reason for concern. . .Where were the voices of the two guards he had left behind to watch over Kheldar? Quickening his pace, Rayek raced to the bottom of the stairwell and then sped towards the room where the assassin was being kept. An open prison cell and two unconscious guards lying slumped over a broken card table were all that Rayek was met with. One of the guards seemed to be missing his short sword. Rayek let out a curse! Artwork copyright © 2003, Christopher C. Quigley
Kheldar Devaentar 04-19-04, 06:01 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif The echoing footsteps was all the alert Kheldar needed, never mind the curse in Elven! In an instant he spotted a dark corner in the ceiling and leaped up to it! When he got to the designated corner he stretched out his limbs and stuck there, remarkably not making any sound at all. This was a maneuver he had practiced plenty of times before. . . Indeed, many of the guilds wouldn’t even accept applicants who couldn’t perform it. Rayek passed underneath him. That made his face twist. He had been so close to freedom and now Duilya’s bloody father shows up! What to do? For Duilya’s sake he didn’t really want to kill the Elf! Beads of sweat began to form on his brow. 18 seconds. . . All he needed was about 18 seconds of study and he could properly knock the Elf out! Well, so long as he could keep himself hidden! The silent timer began counting down. 17. . . 16. . . 15. . . Sweat continued to come from his brow, but Kheldar kept his breathing calm and silent. 14. . . 13. . . 12. . . 11. . . A drop of sweat harmlessly dripped from his chin and soundlessly landed on the stony dungeon floor. . . At least Kheldar hadn’t heard anything. It was quite an alarming sight to see one of Rayek’s long, pointy ears twitch, and the cloaked archer spin on his heel to meet Kheldar’s eyes! So much for stealth. . . With his short sword in hand, Kheldar pounced away from his dark corner, hoping too catch Rayek as off-guard as he could! Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley ((More exciting action to come!. . . To be continued. . . No interuptions in this combat please)) :)
Savael 04-19-04, 09:19 AM	Savael smiled an odd sort of half-smile at the sound of Khairas voice. The magical light she held aloft above her head kept the crimson-eyed predators at bay for the moment... But for how much longer? “Why, this one has both a healthy measure of beauty AND brains I see” The usual contempt reserved in his voice was now ebbing away. “I wonder Khaira dear, just for how long is that light of yours going to keep these... things... at bay?” His eyes darted nervously from Khaira to the shadows for a few seconds. What if all this had been some sort of trick? Perhaps the elf had seen the futility in their current situation and decided to make one last bid for revenge...? From fire to ashes, and back into the fire... He held his gauntlet ready, ready for just about anything as he awaited Khairas reply.
Agudo Archmage 04-19-04, 01:07 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The blond haired wizard was giving orders to the commanders. When Branth tugged on his blue and white robe. Saying he needed to talk and that it was important. “Now I doubt that they will surrender. Make sure we have the battering rams ready. No more mistakes like… (Tug),, like .. (Tug) um..Yes?” Agudo turns to Branth with a perplexed look. “Branth my heroic boy, I am sure what you have to say is important; and if this is about are interrupted story time that I was sharing with you while I was in your head.” He smiles at Branth as if thinking this is what the boy wants. “Don’t worry, I will be more than happy to tell you the ending about the lion, with the thorn in his paw, and the dragon-mouse…But latter after I have freed the city of its reached ruler” Seeing that Branth wasn’t going to take no for an answer, the Archmage followed. “Commanders just get ready for any surprise attacks, and tell me if anything happens”
sculyblast 04-19-04, 01:22 PM	Mytus (aka helator) the people of hillsfar bit by bit stopped the praising of the new lady.. then Mytus stepped forward again, He was smiling, as if this join came pure out of his hearth.. "Civillian of Hillsfall! The times are preassing us.. The army of light, the once that killed your brothers and sisters Back at Zhent's keep.. You are now occupying Hillsfar.. The army of Hillsfar has been gather and readied.. the Faith of hillsfar lies in your hands. What will we do with these Murders of you brothers and sisters!?" as Mytus spoke these words and raised his hands, He awaited the answer of crowds that would soon follow in that path that Mytus placed: "Death to the Army of light!" "Kill the Bloodthirsty Archmage!" "Honour to Hillsfar!" "Death to all who threaten Our City!" "Honour to the Lady! may she Guide us in these Dark hours!" "Honour to Hillsfar and her Lady!" "Honour to Hillsfar and her Lady!" "Honour to Hillsfar and her Lady!" Mytus smiled invissiblily, then straithened his face and turned to kulideb and said: "My lady, you heared the voice of hillsfar, what is your decision?"
ruthia 04-19-04, 01:48 PM	And Branth doesn't take no for an answer, indeed he tries to drag Agudo away from the front of the army to talk to him. Once Agudo is listening Branth states. "Agudo, you spent a lot of time in my head over the last few days so you know as well as I do that I can TALK to Kulideb right now. She is FINE. In fact she is currently in charge of Hillsfar! Messianca is dead, Kulideb killed her. But you've got to back the army off the city for a little while, Kulideb has to calm the citizens down. But she can't do that with you in front of the gates, everyone's convinced you'll kill them all. And if you won't take my word for it then let me connect you to Kulideb herself and you can talk it out right here and now with NO blood shed! Please Agudo, believe me on this one!" Branth looks directly into Agudo's eyes as he says the last sentance, Branth blue/yellow eyes swirling as he tries to get Agudo to believe him......
Khaira 04-19-04, 02:43 PM	“I wonder Khaira dear, just for how long is that light of yours going to keep these... things... at bay?” She even smirks as she looks around at the shades...they are pressing on the light, just waiting for it to dissipate. She looked to Savael, her eyes glinting sharply. Her harp wasn't the only thing magical about her; still she had one more trick up her sleeve. "The light shall hold them off long enough, Savael, my dear rival." With that, she closes her eyes; her mind was clear now. She forgot about Savael. She forgot that she was in the Plane of Shadow. She forgot about the creatures outside her little circle of protection, itching to steal her soul and kill her. All she concentrated on now was her own music, in all of its beauty and light. As she focuses on her music, she closes her eyes, as if in a trance, and begins to sing. The song is soft, quiet, only a whisper at first, but then it gains in volume, the soudn reaching all the corners of the "mock" city of Hillsfar. The song is full of hope and light and, indeed, the shadow creatures outside of the circle seem to retreat away from it. And, oddly enough, the song seems to strengthen the light, and it even extends a few more feet. At the same time, the shadows begin to swirl around and around faster and faster...soon, even the ruins of "Hillsfar" are swirlign around and around, faster and faster...
kulideb 04-19-04, 03:35 PM	Kulideb was just about to speak to Drindin in her mind when she heard helator words, he had the crowd eating out of his hand she thought looking at the faces in front of her as they canted. What could she say? one wrong word and she was sure that the crowd would soon find another 'lady' to replace her. Her head ached, she rubbed at her brow, for an instant she had an image, a drop falling and hitting a stone floor..then the image was gone. She stepped forward, the canting stopped. "People of Hillsfar, I will do all that is in my power to protect you." She looked at them. "For now I need you all to go to your homes, to keep the streets clear." With that she turned and left the stage, why didnt I ever take drama class" she thought to her self. She glanced at helator, he would make a deadly foe. She needed to find out more about him. ~Master Drindin, would it be possible for you to follow helator? He knows how to get the people on his side, I need to know his weakness.~ She headed towards the fort.
Drindin 04-19-04, 07:44 PM	Drindin spirit-chuckled wryly, a sound that seemed to freeze Kulideb's soul. "His weakness? Why, his weakness is you, Kulideb. They listen to Helator because they think he's speaking what YOU want... but the people follow YOU, not HIM. So, you merely need to say what YOU want done. Contradict what he says."
Agudo Archmage 04-20-04, 12:25 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley He looked at Branth with great surprise. “Dead? Are you sure?” Agudo then rubs his short blond beard. “Kulideb! I knew she was industrious, for she was one of my first students to start her own business. But become master of her own city? Amazing” He thinks for a moment. “I will have to speak with Kulideb personally. Have her meet me half way between the city gate and the army of Light. I shall come alone.” The wizard pauses then snaps his fingers. Ask her if she knows where that assassin Kheldar is? Tell Kulideb I must deal with that rat” With that Agudo walked over to the generals, and informed that Messianica was dead. They argued about this being a trick, and Agudo had to see the truth in that possibility. “Yes well I know its dangerous, and I will have Branth use his Dragon speed, to fly to my rescue; If things get out of hand.” Plus it was my idea to meet, they wont have a lot of time to prepare any tricks. Besides the anti magic filed is fading I can use my magic halfway near the city. I promise not to go any farther.” With that Agudo talked with Branth about being ready to help him. Twenty minutes latter Agudo was waiting for Kulideb alone.
Tyrion Grayleaf 04-20-04, 05:43 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongtyrion.gif Tyrion marched with one thought firmly in mind. He knew he had to be determined, he knew he had to give it his best. He knew he would find Kulideb's room! . . Perhaps this door? He opened it and gave a quick look around, there was nothing to identify it as Kulideb's room. . . no chest either. He closed the door and frowned. The maids he had asked directions from pointed him in the direction of this hall and told him the door would be unlocked. . . Maybe this door? Tyrion opened the door and almost chocked! Coming out of a wash tub was a pretty young woman with a stunned look on her face. Not stunned for long, however! She quickly let out a high pitched scream and Tyrion quickly slammed the door shut! He backed up a few paces from the door. What a terrible thing to do to a poor woman! Was it against the code to see what he had seen without the lady's consent? He wasn't entirely sure but Lord Corellon did he ever feel bad about it! Suddenly he became aware of an old woman he had backed-up into, she lets out a bit of a surprised yelp and so did he! "Oh, I'm sorry m'lady! I - I didn't mean to alarm you." He turned to face her when he spoke the words. He then looked around his surroundings. He had backed-up all the way out of the hall and into an entirely new room! It didn't look any more like Kulideb's than the last few. Maybe now would be another good time to get directions. And this time make sure they were crystal clear, he didn't want anymore incidents! "My fair lady," Tyrion addressed the old maid, "Do you know where Lady Kulideb's chambers are? I was told it was somewhere in this hall." The old maid blinked at Tyrion though her beady eyes. She was still trying to settle down from her shock he thought. Suddenly her wrinkled face twisted into a grandmotherly smile. "Oh. . oh my, an Elf! Why I haven't seen an Elf since I was a little girl, oh my. . . oh my! Why how do you do Mr. Elf?" Tyrion blinked and wondered where this woman had grown up. But he returned her pleasant smile and spoke in his soft Elven voice. "Truth be told my lady I'm a bit shook-up, but otherwise very well. Could you please direct me to Lady Kulideb's chambers?" The old woman visibly had to stop herself from clapping her hands with delight. "Oh you remind me of the last Elf I saw! I was just a little girl back then, but oh my, he was so handsome - Why I'll never forget his face I don't think. . . Could you please pass me that blanket dear? . . Oh thank you. Any way, did you know we Human's don't live as long as you Elves? Oh no no, that's why we have to. . ." Artwork copyright © 2004, Gordon R. Quigley
Rayek 04-20-04, 05:44 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongrayek.gif Eyes widening with shock, Rayek reached for the sinister long sword hanging by his side but failed to remove the blade from its sheath before Kheldar’s own weapon tore across the cloaked elf’s back! Barking in agony, Rayek quickly stepped back from the menacing assassin and finished drawing his cruel barbed long sword, all the while making sure that he was blocking the exit that Kheldar undoubtedly sought. With the feeling of crimson quickly oozing down his back, Rayek took a stance that suggested he was ready for the assassin’s next attack. The elf’s cold amethyst gaze dared the rouge to try and break through him! Artwork copyright © 2003, Christopher C. Quigley
Tyrion Grayleaf 04-20-04, 05:45 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongtyrion.gif “Yes, which is why it’s important that you take nothing for granted young man.” Tyrion was beginning to feel helpless as the old maid continued to converse with him. Young man? Well yes, he was for an Elf. But he had at least seen 40 more winters than she had. “Thank you my lady, I will cherish that knowledge to my last breath. Do you know where I can find Lady Kulideb’s room?” “Broom?” The old maid blinked curiously at Tyrion. “No, no dear – I just change the sheets and make the beds. It’s the younger girls that do the sweeping! Oh heavens, at my age I certainly don’t want to be doing any sweeping.” Tyrion held his frustration inside of him. “No my fair lady, Kulideb’s quarters. I wish to know where her quarters are.” “Oh my.” The old maid blushed furiously. “You wish to know how to court her?! Oh my, oh my. . . Well if you’ll take an old woman’s advice. . .” Artwork copyright © 2004, Gordon R. Quigley
Kheldar Devaentar 04-20-04, 05:47 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif Kheldar lightly landed on his feet and spun around to face his adversary. It was with much delight that he saw how much of Rayek’s blood he had managed to get onto his stolen sword’s blade. “A long sword? Silly Elf, in close quarter fighting such as this it’s the short sword that has the advantage!” It was the truth. . . But Kheldar didn’t really feel like he was in such an advantageous situation. He had pretty much lost his element of surprise, and there weren’t any hiding places he could see where those amethyst eyes wouldn’t immediately spot him. That didn’t leave him with very many options! As fast as he could Kheldar engaged Rayek in hand-to-hand combat. The Elf calmly met the rogue’s charge with a graceful slash from his long sword, it was a wonder he didn’t end up scrapping it against the walls of the narrow hall. Kheldar dodged the blow with what little room he had to work with and returned with a quick slice of his own. The two of them exchanged blows, but with little progress for either side. Kheldar squirmed away to collect his bearings. He was close to the card table, now. . . Freedom was getting closer and closer, but still infinitely far away so long as Rayek stood in his way! Upon re-engaging Rayek, Kheldar felt cold steel run across his right hand. Cool instantly became burning hot! His short sword sliped out of his grip and clanged against the hard ground! With a satisfied grin Rayek kicked the discarded weapon with the heel of his boot, sending it deeper into the dungeon! Then the Elf began a horrific barrage of slashing attacks! Without a sword to parry with, it was all Kheldar could do to dodge one blow after the other! His back eventually hit the card table behind him. . . Infinitely far indeed! Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
Tyrion Grayleaf 04-20-04, 05:49 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongtyrion.gif Tyrion lifted the bed’s mattress at the corner and neatly tucked the blankets under it. How had it come to this? On top of mattress the old maid nodded her head approvingly while clutching onto Tyrion’s black bundle he had brought. Carrying it was “the least” she could do for him. Ooh it had been an effort not to grumble about that! Across the hall the door opened up, revealing a woman in a dark green dress. The dress’ skirt was long enough to brush against the floor and the neck high enough to hide the woman’s throat. When she spotted Tyrion across the hall she shot him an icy glare and left with a loud hmmph! Tyrion pretended not to notice, but he could feel the shame burning him up inside. “You’re such a good helper!” The old lady exclaimed, “such a nice, young man.” Artwork copyright © 2004, Gordon R. Quigley
Rayek 04-20-04, 05:51 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongrayek.gif Rayek took grim satisfaction in seeing Kheldar’s blood glisten at the end of his blade. And with Kheldar backed up against the card table with not a sword to defend himself with, Rayek didn’t anticipate it would be too much longer before more of the assassin’s blood was made to stain his blade. “You should have stayed in your cell you insolent worm! In trying to escape all you’ve done is hasten your own execution!” Letting out a cry, Rayek brought his sword down towards Kheldar’s torso only to see the rouge leap out of the way at the last second and land nimbly on top of the card table. Missing its mark, the long sword plowed harmlessly into the wooden table where it promptly got stuck. Grunting in frustration, Rayek attempted to reef his sword out of the table but failed to do so before the toe of Kheldar’s right boot collided viciously against the elf’s left temple. Abandoning his blade to the table, Rayek kicked the wooden piece of furniture from under Kheldar’s feet and sent the assassin crashing down towards the ground. Not waiting for his opponent to get up, Rayek lunged towards Kheldar armed with nothing but his fists. The outcome of this battle was going to be determined by an all-out brawl! Artwork copyright © 2003, Christopher C. Quigley
Tyrion Grayleaf 04-20-04, 05:52 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongtyrion.gif “Oh, no no no – that pillow belongs in the middle. This one goes to the left.” Tyrion accepted the pillow from the older woman and set it down on the bed as she instructed. Then he put down the last two and stood back. The bed was finally made! Quite possibly the best job he had ever done. The old maid stood back from the bed, nodding her head up and down. “Oh you did such a good job! My, my, it was a real pleasure working with you Mr. Elf!” The old woman held out her hand in front of him. Did she want them to shake hands?! Tyrion tenderly grasped the woman’s hand and carefully shook it, he didn’t want to accidently hurt her. When he let her hand go free she clapped her hands merrily. Wait a second, shaking hands? . . clapping hands? . . where was she keeping his bundle of things?!? “My lady, my things. . . Where did you put them?” The old woman blinked at him. “Oh yes, your things, your things. Why I put them in this trunk for safe keeping my dear.” The old maid patted her hand on a large wooden chest in the room. “Oh thank goodness you reminded me about it! Lady Kulideb would have been so confused to open up her trunk and see somebody else’s things inside! Oh, I’ll go fetch them out for you.” Tyrion just stood there with a stunned expression on his face, he could hardly believe his ears. . . Artwork copyright © 2004, Gordon R. Quigley
Kheldar Devaentar 04-20-04, 05:55 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif Kheldar scrambled to his feet. So Rayek wanted a fist fight? Hell with that! Their was a damn good sword right beside him! Kheldar grasped the handle with both hands and furiously tugged at it. Maybe he’d have gotten it out if not for all the blood pouring down his right hand. Instead his grip slipped and both hands crashed against the side of Rayek’s face. Both combatants yelped in pain, and Kheldar made a mental note not to fight with his bad hand. Kicks then! Kheldar whirled around and solidly kicked Rayek in the chest. Then whirled around again, only this time performing a round-house kick with much more force then he had used before. As Kheldar’s boot raced towards Rayek’s head, the Elf subtley ducked underneath the attack. From there, Kheldar didn’t even have enough time to spin around and get both feet back on the ground. He felt an explosive force hit his back! The ground underneath him soared by and eventually he crashed down into it. He felt like hell. . . This is one of the reasons he preferred killing by stealth, much less risk to one’s health. He coughed out loud and was relieved to see it only stirred dust on the floor. Something shone dully beside him. His short sword!!! Well not his, but bloody close enough! He reached out for it with his left hand. Maybe he could explain to Duilya how daddy had an accident. Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
Rayek 04-20-04, 05:56 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongrayek.gif “DON’T MOVE!” The unmistakable sound of an arrow being pulled back along a bowstring rang through the dimly lit dungeon corridors. Whatever hope Kheldar had of reaching his short sword perished in that moment as the assassin realized Rayek loomed only several feet behind him with his long bow drawn. At such a close range it was unlikely that the elf would miss his target, and judging from his speech about hastening Kheldar’s execution, Kheldar knew better than to try and push his luck. Letting out a bitter grunt, Kheldar slowly withdrew his hand from the blade. The situation was hopeless. With all the racket he and Rayek had made while fighting it would only be a matter of time before more guards came pouring into the chamber to investigate. Escape was impossible. . .Kheldar knew he was going back into the cell. . . Artwork copyright © 2003, Christopher C. Quigley
Savael 04-20-04, 06:24 AM	Savaels eyes widened as the ruined world around them began to spin. he had been ready for just about anything - but not this! His free hand grabbed on to Khairas shoulder as he struggled to keep himself standing. All this spinning around was making him more than a little queasy! As his stomack lurched, he hoped they would end up somewhere tolerable once the world stopped spinning around them. . .
ruthia 04-20-04, 08:58 AM	Branth quickly conntacs Kulideb. o O(Kulideb! Agudo wants to talk to you. Any way you can meet him half way between the army and the city??? Also he wanted to know if you had Kheldar, says he wants to deal with that rat himself........ Oh and even though he's meeting you alone I'll be watching over everything from a distance, That way I can keep both of you save.) He looks at the city as he communicates, taking in the sights.
sculyblast 04-20-04, 01:32 PM	when the crowds departed the market place Mytus left the marketplace as well, then straight walked to the place where he and lampey had agreed to meet eachother again. when he arrived the little hafling was allready standing at that spot "Lampey! Return to the site of kulideb and don't loose her, tell her the Army is replanning when she asks to, I will be working on that one." then mytus left Lampey quickly run back to the site fo kulideb.. "Message place, mylady! anything els you want me to do? Helator has set me to your site to protect you, especially now the army of light is near."
sculyblast 04-20-04, 01:41 PM	Breadner Breadner had not received any kind of message from lampey.. so he had just continued his work, he was preparing to leave the city when Mytus arrived.. with a smile on his face: "Breadner! Direct orders from the lady herself, you must do anything In your power to defend hillsfar!" When these words were spoken Breadner's eyes sparkled. "Dude! d'ya know how Sweet!" then he turned to the soldiers: "you four dudes preform formation Deltan!" four soldiers left the row and run into the city, not to be seen again. then Breadner thought for a while, turned back to Mytus: "Helator dude, I've got some plans, ya can now" mytus walked away, as if he had just token a order from breadner then Breadner left the city with the big army of hillsfar and entered the penelouses of hillsfar.
Leetah 04-21-04, 02:01 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongleetah.gif Leetah stayed back with the Army of Light as she waited for Agudo to return. She had begged the archmage for permission to join him, but the man simply shook his head and claimed it was too dangerous. This meeting very well could be a trap, and Agudo didn’t want to put Leetah's life on the line. The young cleric sighed, feeling her heart sink to her stomach. She wanted to know if Kheldar was okay. Word of Messianica's death led the girl to believe that Mr Kheldar was dead too, and she didn't want to believe that. It wasn't because she loved the assassin that she feared he was dead. She Hated Kheldar! Well. . . . at least that's what she tried to convince herself. Regardless, the assassin had broken his promise to her and she wanted to know why before his spirit was made to part with this world. . . . . . . . .Mr Kheldar part with this world. . . . . . Tears began to roll down the cleric's cheeks and she didn't understand why. Curses! She hated Kheldar! She did! Hiding her face from everyone else gathered around, Leetah walked over to a near by tree and leaned against it. There she stayed until either Agudo returned with new news, or someone else came by to check on her. . . Artwork copyright © 2003, Christopher C. Quigley
Kanzeil 04-21-04, 02:56 AM	Kanzeil watch from the corner of his eye as Leetah covered her face and sliped away from the rest of the army. Let the girl be Kanzeil thought to himself with an irritated sigh. He had lectured her about her assassin friend more times then he could remember. And each time he tried to tear her compassion away from him, it only seemed to reinforce it. Kanzeil sadly shook his head. . . . Yet at the same time, a twisted grin slowly curled around his lips. Reverse Psychology was such a fascinating tool when used properly! And Leetah's heart was so easily susceptible to his indicative techniques! Kanzeil wondered if Kheldar still played any role in his masters' plans, or if the recent assassination of Agudo had compromised the boy. Perhaps he'd discuss this matter later with his superiors, after he and Leetah returned to the Chapel of the Healing Hand. If the boy could no longer be used then perhaps Keldorn would suffice. Kanzeil could feel Leetah take a small fancy towards the man whether the girl cared to admit it or not. Leetah's mentor mused to himself silently as he waited for Agudo’s return. . .
Khaira 04-21-04, 01:52 PM	As Khaira sang and sang, the darkness seemed to almost be ... pushed back, by another kind of light, perhaps. Clearly her music played a part in this and, though she didn't have her harp in her possession anymore, oddly enough the sound that came from her lips seemed to be magical in and of itself anyway... But as Savael grabs onto her shoulder, her eyes open suddenly - she had forgotten that he was there! She was still singing, but it was a surprised song...not comprising of beauty and life anymore. A great wind seems to sweep the both of them off their feet as they continue singing and, before either of them know it, they are in the Town Square of Hillsfar, just where they were before they got transported to the Plane of Shadow. Khaira seems to just stand there, however - clearly, she is drained from singing the song with that much power and length...
kulideb 04-21-04, 03:54 PM	The elf smiled at Drindins words, would she be strong enough to go agaist Helator? Drindin was right she could lead the people but what of the army of Hillsfar? A message from Branth floated into her mind. ~Yes I have the Rat..I mean Kheldar, hes locked up,I sent Rayek to check on him. I will meet with Agudo..Dam! I can see Lampey, I'll try to get rid of him so I can sneak off.~ "Oh, Lampey..." she felt sure that Helator wanted to keep an eye on her. She began to move down the hallway towards her room, with Lampey in tow. She paused at a window that over looked the town and saw Khaira and Savael appear. "Lampey would you please go and ask Khaira and Savael to come up? I would like a word with them."
Drindin 04-22-04, 07:00 PM	Drindin smirked. "Kulideb, lose not your faith, for you seem to forget whom watches over ye. I'm strategically minded, just do as I say, and you shall keep the army together, and lead them to whatever victory you choose."
Savael 04-24-04, 03:52 AM	The world spun before his eyes, a vortex of indistinguishable shapes and figures clouding his sight as they left the ruined mockery of Hillsfar and it’s unsavoury inhabitants behind in favour of... Hillsfar. With Khaira in something of a daze beside him, Savael slowly took in the sights and sounds of the material planes version of Hillsfar. His vision still swam before him, but as the feelings of nausea and confusion began to lessen, the light of recognition flickered in his eyes. He had been here before. This was Hillsfar! Oh thank those above for Khaira’s abilities to take them home so safely... But was this truly a home? And was this truly safe? Messianica had fallen. His own eyes had witnessed the deed and there could be no doubt about it. The Lady of Hillsfar had passed on. But who would take cear of these people now? And what about the encroaching army? Whatever the answer’s... Savael found few of them to his liking. He and Khaira had worked beside one another to escape the clutches of that vile realm of shadow. But that wasn’t entirely true. Khaira had held those shades at bay while he had cowered in her presence like a struck mongrel! And now Khaira had brought them both from that place and landed them back here again... How far was it to the harbour again? With these thoughts in mind Savael made his way away from Khaira at that bustling market square, away – surprisingly enough – to the harbour. ((OOC: I think I’ll let this be Savaels final post for now, seeing as how work at school is keeping me from posting anything coherent... let alone durable. Sorry for cluttering up the tread for as long as I did. Yours sincerely, Savael.
Kheldar Devaentar 04-24-04, 10:25 PM	((You've certainly no reason to be sorry Savael! :) Thank you for the great story telling and wonderful posts!! You've really added a lot to this adventure!! And I suppose while I'm in an OoC mood: Drindin, If only Kulideb can see your character because of something within her spirit, then I do suspect Kheldar would be able to see him through her eyes also. Messianica's curse bonded their souls together somehow, so Kheldar's connection with Kulideb goes a lot further than just seeing through her eyes - Of course, I'm not trying to rebel against any ideas or plans you might have, so Kheldar wont act on anything Drindin does or says unless you're fine with Kheldar also seeing Drindin. . . Speaking of that rogue)) http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif Kheldar stared at the iron bars in front of them like they were some sort of puzzle. A puzzle where the prize was freedom! He didn't much like being back in his dusty cell, but when that damned, dirty Elf aimed his greatbow at him, Kheldar didn't see what other choice he had. from his prone position, he certainly couldn't have dodged the arrow! And at such close range, he wouldn't have had time to blink, let alone do anything fancy. So he was back in the dusty cell. . . No lock pick this time and two Elven guards, one on either side of his cell. They talked about Duilya for a while. Kheldar wanted to join them, he liked that playful little Elf, but decided against it given his position and what they thought of him. . . Duilya's swordsmanship was improving, Tyrion spoke about it like he was her personal trainer, but it appeared she was paying less and less attention to his lessons. She was also developing dark mood swings, something that perturbed both Elves - and Kheldar too quite frankly. What made it worse was she didn't seem to understand where either of them where coming from when they tried to talk to her about it. . . Tyrion suggested that perhaps it had something to do with her early childhood, or maybe remembering her mother. Rayek denied it. . . but Kheldar's carefully trained ear picked something out of Rayek's voice. . . worry. . . The conversation then turned to lighter things. Duilya was still Duilya after all, and there were plenty of pleasant things to talk about. Wait till the cell door was opened. . . That's what Kheldar would do! It was about the only thing he could do! That left more unsolved puzzles to think about. . . But he would figure out the answers. . . and other answers incase the first ones didn't work! Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
kulideb 04-25-04, 06:42 AM	Kulideb waited till Lampey was out of sight. A smile crossed her face as she began to focus on the shadow plane, shadow jumping was becoming almost a second nature to the elf. She stepped forward, the colours around her changed to the darker hues of the shadow world. The elf brought an image of Agudo to mind, a blush creeping up her neck, wrong image she chided her self. An image of a man dresses in blue robes formed, she followed the path that would lead her to the Archmage. She stepped back into the natural plane. "Agudo?" she said softly to the man before her.
sculyblast 04-25-04, 06:56 AM	Senis Senis was never occupied with the task Mytus had appointed to him, It was not a real task, instead he had been wandering around in the shadows of hillsfar, using his skills effectly.. then he saw Kulideb sendt lampey away and run off, this would get interesting, and Senis would get some credit out of this.. I followed Kulideb swiftly and soundlessly.. and as long as he would be in the shadows he would not be detected by anyone just a small shadow would be enought.. then he saw kulideb stopping by the ennemi archmage.. mytus would love this, he searched for a nearby shadow which he could hide himself in, pittyfully the closest shadow was quite some distance way from kulideb and the archmage, he should really focus If he would want to understand what they had to say.. but it would work out. (I really love having a npc at the right place :P )
ruthia 04-25-04, 10:49 AM	Branth posted himself what seemed like a good distance from Agudo and Kulideb as they talked, on a small hill over seeing the meeting spot. Sitting crossed legged on the top of the hill he appears to be completely at easy, but his whole body was truely tensed up as he listened to the conversation below him. Any sign of trouble and he was ready to shadow jump to both of their aids, who ever needed it. ((OOC: And yes he can hear the conversation. He's sitting out of ear shot for human ears, but not for his dragon hearing.))
Agudo Archmage 04-26-04, 02:09 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley ((OOC DM moment! Thanks Savael for playing your the best! :D Mytus or someone else could lead some...But not all of the people in a revolt and attack the Army of Light. For those who made traps on the ground outside of the city. This would be a good time to see them work. But no one has to FOD in that moment.)) The Archmage of Light sat comfortably half way off the ground. His blue and white robes, barely dangling a few inches above the grass. Taking long puffs on his corncob pipe, giving the air around him, the sweet smell of apple cinnamon. He was admiring the tall grass and pixies that danced about. When suddenly Kulidb appeared just a few feet in front of him. “Kulideb!” Agudo hops down and gave her a great big bear hug, smiling from ear to ear. “It is you! Your alive and…and “ The blond haired mage was at a loss for words. “Your Hillsfar leader now?” He shook his head and smirked as well. “I am pleased that Gene teaching, help you defeat such dangerous person like Messianica. Yet the fanatics that followed her must be dealt with” He Agudo rub his short blond beard then smiled. “From what I have been told you have been given a curse/blessing to be the savior of this rag tag group. It falls to you to deal with the fanatic No one fills safe with them near by! Not the evil Zhents, for they haven’t forgotten what Hillsfar people did to their city. Let alone the good people of the near by lands who want justice.” Agudo gave a sad look to Kuldeb. “They must leave and never come back …” He heisted. “And my dear sweet Kulideb you’re the shepherd of this motley group of sheep. They will need you to guide them. The question is where? May be North to Anauroch, its mostly desert now. Wide open for them to settle in.” The Archmage of Light gave a half smile. “Its not like I want you to go, it just temporally until the Fanatics are settled in to their new home.” He shrugged “A year or two. …Of cousrse they will need to be convinced that it’s the right thing to do. With a more serous look he frowns “If not the war will end here, in blood shed”
kulideb 04-26-04, 03:43 AM	The elf returend the Archmages hug. "Its good to see you too Agudo." she said warmly. She sat down crossed legged while the Archmage out lined a plan. "Two years is nothing to an elf, to my people I am still thought of as a child and yet I have lived longer than many of the humans around me." she paused and thought for a few seconds. "I think most of the people will follow me, the soilders will be a bit harder to deal with." The elf looked down at her hands then back at Agudo. "I have Kheldar locked up...I know he needs to be punished but part of the curse was...well...I'm soul bound to him. I would like to know what you have planed for him."
Khaira 04-26-04, 09:34 AM	Some time later, about an hour, after Khaira had enough time to gather her senses, she came out of her trance-like state and glanced about her. She was in Hillsfar. Alone. Where was Savael? He had been with her in the Plane of Shadow. Where was he? Dammit! He still had her harp and now, now he was gone! "Savael...if I have to, I will follow you to the ends of the world! Know this - our battle is not done..." She suddenly felt very weak; the attacks of the shades of the Plane of Shadow had taken its mighty toll on her. She had not slept nor rested for many days it felt like. She must find the Army of Light, andshe began to take a few steps towards the gate. As she took her first, few steps, however, the light swam before her eyes. She stumbled and then paused, to gain her senses once again. A thousand wounds marking her soul yet remained on her from those blasted shades! She had to hunt for her harp; she had to hunt down Savael the traitor; she had to join the Army of Light. All of these thoughts flew through her mind as she continued to rest in her spot in the Plaza of Hillsfar. Not having the energy nor the state of mind to continue, Khaira suddenly fell, fainting into a light, sick slumber.
Agudo Archmage 04-26-04, 03:29 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Agudo was pleased at Kulidebs words and felt things just might workout. “Soul binding! I see, well that’s a tricky thing in deed to deal with. But first I shall deal with Kheldar and demand my front teeth back.” Agudo opens his mouth and Kulideb can see two very nice ivory replacements. “Sure they look nice and all but… I have grown attached to my original teeth. Besides bad things can happen, when someone like Kheldar; gets a hold of a body part of a wizard.” He then paused. After that we shall see what kind of soul binding you two have. Maybe I can lift it.. possibly by executing the Rat Kheldar. If not that… then some type of banishment to a far off Fire or ice Realm will do him good.” He shrugs then gives one more hug to Kulideb. “Contact me through Branth, when you are done convincing the Hillsfar people.’ I will return to the Army of Light and await your call…May the Light guide you my friend” With that Agudo started walking away, still enjoy the lovely flora around him.
Drindin 04-27-04, 12:17 AM	Drindin narrowed his eyes a bit at Agudo. "Some crusader of the light he is..." Drindin whispers to Kulideb. "Banishing an entire people of peace to a... desert in the north. Not even a lush forest or fertile grasslands... And if these so called 'good' people are as good as he thinks, they should be wanting atonement, not this so called 'justice'. Justice is the realm of people such as myself, and the Justicars." Drindin ponders for a few seconds. "We shall do as he says for now... Take these people to the north. But stop as soon as you come across a forest. Build a camp there. We will then try and work out a peace agreement with these other two nations Agudo spoke of, and then return."
kulideb 04-27-04, 07:28 AM	The elf huged the archmage back and watched as he walked away. She looked over to Drindin, a figure only she could see. ~He might be an archmage, but I guess underneath it all he just a man, Kheldar and Messianica hurt him. Both of you are right. The people carnt stay here, but banishing so many to the desert, well that will just cause trouble later. I will do as you say..for now.~ With that Kulideb turned and stepped back into the shadow plane, a short while later she was back in the fort at Hillsfar.
ruthia 04-27-04, 08:15 AM	Branth listened into the conversation from his perch on the hill. After Agudo and Kulideb went there seperate ways he contacted Kulideb as he followed Agudo. o O(I'll always be here for you Kulideb. Having a dragon for a friend can come in handy if you need me, at the very least I can make sure your people don't starve. Just contact me when ever you need help.) And with that Branth once again follows Agudo around.
Khaira 04-28-04, 11:21 PM	Many hours passed as Khaira lay upon the ground of the Plaza of Hillsfar, seemingly unconcious and - as some thought - dead. But finally her eyes opened, and she rose up. She almost thought she was back out on the road again, until then she realized where she was - Hillsfar. Savael was long gone. She knew not where Gene had dissapeared to - to the rescue of someone or another, she assumed. Agudo was still dead, as was Messianica...Messianica...was dead... "...But, then, who is the new "Savior of Hillsfar"? Shouldn't the war be over now?" She stood up, then, and looked around her - well, the war definitely wasn't over. Everything was still as chaotic as during the war, it seemed. How was she going to get out of her? She had to chase Savael, had to get her harp back. If Agudo were alive, he would be able to help her, she supposed; she wondered, idly, if she could help in reviving him. She felt at her side; her swords were still there, as reassuring as anything. But her harp ... it was gone now. Savael would be far way now; he could be anywhere on Faerun! She sighed as she thought; the first thing to do was find out about Hillsfar; who was the Savior now? She looked around, then, for a castle, city guard, anything that would give her a clue as to where the big wigs would be located... ((An OOC Note - Khaira does not know that Agudo is alive yet. To her, since she didn't seem him raised, he is still dead. Just wanted to let everyone know, to prevent confusion.))
Angel Elf 04-30-04, 10:33 AM	Angel sat atop the battlements with a mischief’s look upon her. When suddenly a black bird appeared just a few feet from her. “So I see you have the blood of Kheldar. Good yet tell me not how you got it. For I know he is alive. Yet his blood will be added to Messianica and Kulidebs.” The black crow nodded its dark head. But said nothing as it looked on at the small figure down below. “Yes that is Kulideb, she has just spoken with Agudo. I for see our plans changing now that he is alive once more.” She ponders a moment then slyly speaks with a grin. “The city may be lost but not Messianica. We shall follow this Kulideb and when the time is right, we shall strike”
sculyblast 04-30-04, 12:22 PM	Senis senis looked around once more.. the archmage, the lady and the dragon had all left his sight.. Quickly he left the shadows, runned to the walls of hillsfar, instead of entering the city by the gates he jumped over the walls to avoid the lady, she should not notice him.. quickly he runned to where Mytus was standing.. then he returned to normal speed and stop right infront of him: "I'll bring you news.... about the New lady... of hillsfar.." Mytus did not suspect senis to show up at all, but yet he was interested. he looked around, no one would notice anything "what news do you bring me, senis?" "The lady is meeting.. the Archmage.... " "What!!" "I wil... l summarize... their coversation" "Hell! you'd better" "The Archmage demands... banishing of the Hillsfarians... to a faraway dessert..." "that is all? isn't there discussed anymore" "The Assasin... holds Archmage Teeth.." "Good that should do" Mytus thought for a while.. then he said: "Good senis, You will find the Assasin, He is prisoned, you can take him out of his cell under the name of "the Lady. Meanwhile I will have my little talk with kulideb" that was when the two man separated path
sculyblast 04-30-04, 12:27 PM	Mytus (aka helator) Kulideb was swiftfully entering the city, when she suddenly noticed Helator comming near her site. "My Young lady of Hillsfar" He said with some strange deep sound insind of his speech. "you and I need to have a little talk, and why isn't Lampey at your site?" Mytus called out for Lampey and as soon as The halfling apeared Mytus continued "I'd say we would make our way to the gardens and have our little talk there, alright?"
kulideb 05-01-04, 06:30 AM	The elf almost jumped at the sound of helator's voice. "Yes we do need to talk, but alone." she said waving Lampey away. She looked to make sure that drindin was with her still . "I met with Agudo." she held up her hand. "He wants me to lead the people of hillsfar away, to a point he is right. I will lead the people away, but not the the barran desert as he wishes." She looked into Helators eyes. "I need your help, on this. We must also make sure we keep Kheldar safe, the Archmage wants him, we can use him as a barganin tool."
Drindin 05-02-04, 02:22 AM	Drindin smiled. Kulideb was learning well... and fast.
Khaira 05-02-04, 03:10 PM	Khaira continued to look around, and noticed some civilians around. She tapped one on the shoulder, smiling to him (or her) as they turned around. "Top of the day to you. Where can I find the Lady of Hillsfar? I ahve come to talk...pay homage to her." She knew that Messianica had gotten killed, but she did not know who had taken her spot; but she would make sure that this stupid war didn't start all over again.
kulideb 05-02-04, 04:22 PM	While she waited for Helator to digest the information she had given him, she spotted a familiar face, she looked back at Helator. "We must work together Helator for the good of the people, we must start now, food must be gathered, the people have belongings to pack. And I have things to sort out too." she spoke with more confidence than she felt. She bowed her head to Helator and walked away. "Khaira!" she called out. "Its so good to see you, so much has happened, come lets find somewhere to talk."
sculyblast 05-02-04, 04:35 PM	"you are right about one thing, We really need to work together, you and I..." He pause for a while, then took the hand of the kulideb and let her to a higher layer of the city.. "Look down, my lady, See those people walk, talk... live. They have been expecting the Army of lihgt everysince Messianica's Regime.. She was not as purely evil as she may seem to you, she brought hope to these people, eventhought they know the pressure of war can be upon there shoulders any second they just live on, They put trust in the Army of hillsfar. you must see that everything forms a circle, my moving these people away you break the circle. and once the circle is broken.. yes what can I say. The army was exspected long before you even entered hillsfar for the first time, my resources have worked hard on the defenses.. we shall not move we will stay and fight as man.. And we will win!"
Khaira 05-02-04, 07:05 PM	Khaira was talking to a civilian just as a familiar voice shot out over the crowd; instinctively, her hands went to the two blades as she turned aroudn to match the face to the voice. It was then that she realized it was Kulideb; what was she doing here? Wasn't she supposed to be with the Army of Light? She smiles, and speaks to Kulideb in Elvish. "Arwenamin Kulideb, mani umllie e' Hillsfar? Nowamin lle yassen i'Army of Light? Mani tharat sii'?" *Translation* My Lady Kulideb, what are you doing in Hillsfar? I thought you were with the Army of Light? What has gone amiss now?
Faeryl 05-03-04, 01:39 AM	The drow looks to Lady hoot, gathering up her staff. She lets her hood hang down, letting her drow features show wide, and in the open. If death were in her immediate future, she would accept it regardless. She would go to her Goddess with peace and love, knowing that she had done all that she could. "A test I am to take, To show you that evil is not in my make. Where shall I go, Lady Hoot, For the judgement of this?"
Evander-Sunstrike 05-03-04, 01:45 AM	He looks to Lady Hoot, then, as she and the drow speak together. He was tired, and wounds of spirit harbored on him heavily. His trip had not been an easy one, and now he would like to rest. He would make the decision of whether to stay or go in the morning, after having a look around the school. Right now, he needed to rejuvenate. "I'll make you a deal, my Lady Hoot; if you would grant me a room, I will decide in the morning after having a look around if I would like to teach a class on Bladesinging, the Wondrous Art of the Elves. But first, I need to rejuvenate myself as an Elf; long has been my trip, and heavy have been the attacks on my spirit by the paltry bandits on the road."
Drindin 05-03-04, 09:08 PM	Drindin rests both his Ethereal hands on Kulideb's spirit's shoulders, and begins to rub them, helping her to physicaly and mentaly relax. "Remember... without the support of the people, Helator is weak."
Kheldar Devaentar 05-03-04, 11:33 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif All the answers Kheldar could ever hope to think up had been, and then again. . . The life of a prisoner certainly wasn't a very exciting one. He closed his eyes, hoping to hear the foot steps of some foolish person coming to open his cage. With his lids firmly shut he saw a man before him that he recognized. It was one of the people who had traveled into the shadow plane. He looked like a decent enough fellow, but there wasn't something about him Kheldar didn't completely trust. "I need your help, on this. We must also make sure we keep Kheldar safe, the Archmage wants him, we can use him as a bargaining tool." Kheldar opened his eyes. The was strange. . . was that Kulideb's voice he heard? "We must work together Helator for the good of the people, we must start now, food must be gathered, the people have belongings to pack. And I have things to sort out too." Kheldar felt. . . odd. . . wrong. . . Somewhere inside of him he felt doubt, uncertainty, and a lingering fear of whether or not he would be able to face what lie ahead of him. But they weren't his emotions, he was only feeling them. . . Was he going insane? "Khaira!" It had come suddenly and startled him. What was going on? Why was this voice in his head? He didn't want it in his head! He tried to force it out! . . . It was gone. . . He couldn't hear anything except for what was around him. . . Kheldar scratched his head. . . how curious. . . He hadn't liked that voice inside his head, but now that it was gone, he wondered if he could make it come back. . . He closed his eyes and tried to concentrate. A part of him was frustrated now, he was being led up a flight of stairs, towards a higher layer of Hillsfar, when the real thing he wanted to be with was down on the ground level of the city. "You must see that everything forms a circle, by moving these people away you break the circle. and once the circle is broken. . . Yes what can I say. The army was expected long before you even entered Hillsfar for the first time, my resources have worked hard on the defenses.. we shall not move we will stay and fight as man.. And we will win!" A fleeting feeling of helplessness began to creep in, but it was dwarfed by the eagerness and willingness to show courage and be strong! Something that was further reinforced when hearing, "Remember... without the support of the people, Helator is weak." Kheldar shook his head and banished all the voices. It was a weird sensation looking through the eyes of someone else and feeling their emotions! No. . . not just someone else. . . Kulideb. . . * * * My blood is on your hands little one! Yet my Elf kin of the forest, my blessing shall be your course! Kulideb my Oneness with the people will be yours now! You Kulideb shall feel my follower's pain, and hear their sad thoughts. And always you Kulideb shall hunger to relive their suffering, as I have done. YOU! * * * Kheldar's heart skipped a beat. Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
kulideb 05-04-04, 03:45 AM	((before meeting up with Khaira)) "Helator it would be foolish to stay here and die! We are the circle as you say not this..town, now we really must start moving, please see the army helps the people as well as gathering up their own belongings!" The elf was shaking in side, she had never spoken to someone in such away. ((jump forward talking to Khaira)) "Oh! my lady, where to start, I guess the short of it is..well I killed Messiannica and she cursed me." A smile came to the elfs lips and the tension in her shoulders dropped, then she remembered that Khaira couldnt see Drindin, she almost wanted to giggle. She reached up a hand and patted Drindins, to Khaira it would look as if she rested her hand on her shoulder. ~Thank you for your support, I really do need the strength you give me~ she thought to Drindin. "Forgive me my lady, for being lost in thought. Agudo and the army of light wait outside. Agudo wants the people of Hillsfar exiled to the desert . I can understand him..wanting that but look at the children here. They will grow up with more hatred." The elf looked at the people passing her. "I will do as Agudo wants ...up to a point. I know you are a friend of the Archmages too my lady but it would be good to have you here..to help advise me..if you will." I must go see Kheldar soon, she thought and find out more about Agudos teeth! She walked along with Khaira by her side. She stopped at the entrance of the fort. "You dont have to give me your answer now, and you are free to leave when ever you wish." she said facing Khaira.
Khaira 05-04-04, 09:31 AM	Most of the conversation with Kulideb was spent with Khaira listening to her. Kulideb had been cursed my Messianica? Agudo and the Army of Light waited outside. That didn't make sense because... "...isn't Agudo dead? I seem to be confused, my friend. Is there some way he got raised from the dead? What kind of curse did Messianica curse you with? Lady Hoot's clerical abilities are quite advanced - I'm sure she could lift it." She looked again, then. Kulideb rested her hand on her own shoulder. She must be stressed out, the bard thought. Poor Kulideb was cursed with some sort of great thing, and she wanted Khaira here to advise her. "Yes, arwenamin, I shall stay here and stand with you now, in your time of need. It is the least that I can do."
Agudo Archmage 05-04-04, 03:33 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Evander Lady Hoot; if you would grant me a room, I will decide in the morning after having a look around if I would like to teach a class on Bladesinging, the Wondrous Art of the Elves The wise white owl looked thoughtfully at Evander before smiling. “Yes that would be a wonderful idea” She waved over a Pixie who was dancing around the garden. “Would you be so kind as to take this gentleman to his room. The Pixie laughed and flew around Evander before landing on his shoulder and pointing the way. Lady Hoot then turned to the Rhyming Drow. “Follow me into the Cathedral of Light” Within a few minutes they had arrived. Waiting for the Drow was several priests and Knights of the Light. Bidding for Faeryl to sit by the pool of Blessed water they began. The Knights casts detect evil at the same time the Priests chanted prayers. One Cleric sprinkled the Blessed water onto the Drow. Then waited for any signs of evil revulsion. Seeing none they cast Clerical Truth Spells Faeryl. They spoke with her for about thirty minutes, until each Priest and Knight was satisfied. The lead Knight named Priscilla Morning Star, walked up and spoke with Lady Hoot. “High Cleric of Light” She gave a small bow “To my surprise none of us have seen or detected evil in this one. We have seen the purity of truth in Drow heart.” Priscilla paused for just a second before continuing. “Faeryl does have the taint of bitterness and Revenge on her mind though” The snow owl pondered this then spoke to Faeryl “Welcome to the Light my dear! You may stay and learn at this school as long as your heart remains pure”
kulideb 05-04-04, 03:50 PM	The elf looked at Khaira. "I'm so sorry my Lady with all thats been going on..I never thought. Yes Agudo is alive and well, Branth helped save him. We have Kheldar..Agudos killer here." The elf sighed. "Part of the curse is that my soul and Kheldars are bound. I'm sure Agudo thought of Lady Hoot..emm..he would have said if she could help..I think. As you can tell, the weight of this task is heavy. I really welcome your support my lady."
Leetah 05-04-04, 08:30 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongleetah.gif The golden haired Priestess of Pelor remained outside the City of Hillsfar, not moving a step from the tree she had chosen to wait by. Where in the Realms was Mr Agudo? Already several of the followers in the Army of Light were beginning to show signs of worry and anxiety, and Leetah was among them. Maybe Mr Agudo had been right! Maybe this meeting was nothing more than villainous trap! The mere thought of that only added to the cleric's current disposition. She knew she should have accompanied Mr Agudo! If something had of happened to him she could have helped! Releasing a troubled sigh, Leetah slumped down along rough bark of the tree until she was sitting on the field’s soft grass. Perhaps the dragon she had helped restore was keeping a close eye on the Archmage. That thought helped relieve the strain on her heart a little, but she still wished Agudo were safely back with the Army. Branth. . .That had been the name of the Dragon who befriended Agudo. Branth was also somehow familiar with herself, even though Leetah had never met the dragon in her entire life! Had Agudo told Branth about her? Leetah had meant to ask the dragon herself, but so far she hadn’t had a chance to speak with him. . . Kheldar. . . . . ...... . ...... . . Leetah really wished Agudo were back. . . Artwork copyright © 2003, Christopher C. Quigley
Branth 05-04-04, 08:43 PM	After walking Agudo safetly back to the Army ((At least that's where I'm assuming he is. He hasn't really posted it has he???)) Branth wanders around the camp a little, sorting out his thoughts. He walked past a small clump of trees and saw the Priestess who had revieved both himself and Agudo. He pauses just behind her. o O(She really is a nice person. My sister says she saw a lot on Pern, Wirenth wasn't exactly nice to her. She probaly didn't like me in Dragon form then, I should leave her alone.) He turns and starts off in a differnt direction......
Drindin 05-04-04, 09:54 PM	Drindin merely made a slight bowing gesture towards Kulideb. Krissy, meanwhile, was busy herself... She was wandering around the school, her eyes seeming to focus on another layer of reality. "Hmm..." She mumbled slightly. "So much power within these walls... it wants me out... "Yet, still I manage to fight against it. It seems as if the school itself is a holy place, and is wishing to force out my unhallowed self. And surely, it would, were it not for my human side, acting as an anchor, keeping me in place against this torrent of holy energies." She seems transfixed by the school. She simply wanders about aimlessly,.
Faeryl 05-05-04, 10:04 AM	Faeryl walked with the Lady Hoot after she had dismissed the young male elf before her. he had said that he was a Bladesinger; this school was full of diversity and love. She could feel the energy coursing through the walls, and it showed in the way the students walked, the way the students talked. Surely they were blessed./I] [I]Finally, they came to the School's Cathedral of Light, where a semi-large group waited to perform the appropriiate tests on her. She was not afraid, for she had nothing to fear. She had embraced the light, and it would show. Even if their goal was to kill her, still she would be in the hands of her Goddess, and at peace. She heard the final decree - they had discovered that her soul was "saved", her heart was "pure", her mind was "good". She finally spoke, her voice naught but a whisper, yet holding peace and good and life at the same time. Oddly enough, despite the fact that it was only a whisper, all in the room could hear the Drow speak. "Good and Evil are only perceptions of life, And each one has their own potential to cause strife. Who is to say the Crusading Knight will not make a mistake, Or that the Marauding Armies will take one of their own lives to the stake? Evil and Good are judgements passed by human beings, Most of whom, without the Gods, have no luck seeing. For you see, among the Gods themselves are the true Judges, And we are naught but Puppets for the Grander Fate. Good and Evil, as they say, should be black and white, But for those of us who see the Truth, the actions of one are truly in grey and hold the most might. To my surprise none of us have seen or detected evil in this one. Priscilla paused for just a second before continuing. “Faeryl does have the taint of bitterness and Revenge on her mind though” Faeryl paused before making her next statement; she'd have to be careful with what she said, for it oculd all come out wrong. How could she explain the tests that she went through, the horrors she saw, the punishments that she received? There were no words for it; no words at all. But she would try her best. "If you knew my pain and my misery, The Legacy from the Drow, Then, and only then, Might you understand. Tests, Punishments, Torture, All enough to make the heart rupture! Made to kill one's friends lest they kill you first, Standing before Lolth as she judges you and punishes you in the worst manner possible, Suffering for endless months upon endless months in a torture chamber, Haunted by the Cursed of Lolth, the Driders, Being stripped of all of your clothes and hung just out of reach of the most poisonous spiders, Watching the execution of many good creatures, Whom the Drow see no better than slaves and abominations. Such has been my life, my legacy! Can you imagine, then, my friends, Seeking a better life, Finding the light, Only to find those same Drow, your own family, Murder your friends in the dark of the night? Surely then would you know their might. I walk in the light, true though this may be, Hatred for the blasted Drow of Menzoberran still surrounds me! Bitterness and Revenge is ever on my mind, understand this, Never would I lose a chance to strike a Drow down, and miss! If I could let you see what I have seen, Hear what I have heard, Felt what I have felt, Lost what I have lost, Then you would understand in full, Where exactly my hatred, revenge, and bitterness comes from, But maybe, with the hand of Elistraee, You can understand now, with my words, THe words of a Drow, who has gone through this a life time and more."The drow bowed her head then, in silence, and it almost appeared as though that she would cry; but salt and water had long ago left her body. Tears did nothing to bring back friends, life, love, compassion! Tears did not heal the deep wounds of the soul inflicted by the drow. She said a quick prayer to Elistraee, then. A very soft prayer, under her breath, yet still softly heard. "Gracious Mother, Elistraee of the Drow Still Good, Guide my hands, my soul, my mind, and my heart, That I may stop the Good Drow from becoming so tart. If it be my path, my mission, and my life, So will I save Drow from this path. Show them the Light, Gracious Goddess, As you have shown me, time and time again, That us Drow can forge a new, better life, Up here, on this strange surface Realm. A better life awaits us up here, If we but give it a chance. Let the light of the full moon shine upon them, Gracious Goddess." The Drow then turns to Lady Hoot, smiling and bowing. Her eyes were moist, but there appeared to be no sadness within the ebony-skinned elf. "A thanks I must give to you, For giving me the chance to start anew. If there be questions that you may have for me, Regarding my History, Life, and Secrets, Ask them now, for I have nothing to hide. There is nothing I will not tell you."
Khaira 05-05-04, 10:34 AM	She nodded to kulideb, bowing and smiling. She drew both of her swords, and held them out to her, the flat of the blade towards her. "I am glad to be of assistance, Arwenamin Kulideb. It is the least that sisters do My swords are yours, from this point on, until this trial of yours is over, I said it before and I'll say it aggain; I'll stand with you until the end." She paused,then, and listened to Kulideb speak. Her eyes widened as she heard Kulideb say that Kheldar was here. Agudo's killer. Kheldar. THe one responsible for killing Agudo. Kheldar. It was all him. All hiim. It would take a fool, and a blind one at that, not to see the anger in the elven bard's eyes and hear it in her voice. Okay, so a blind, deaf fool. :) "Kheldar? Here? Agudo's killer is here?! Right now? This very moment? In locked bars? Has anybody questioned him, or anything? He ought to be executed in the slowest, most torturous manner possible!!!!" Finally, it appears, that she is calm, as she takes a deep breath. Her sword had begun to glow a dull, blood-red, but now it, too, was calm. "I want to talk to Kheldar and see im." , is all she said.
Evander-Sunstrike 05-05-04, 10:49 AM	Evnande Sunstrike, the Elven Bladesinger, was shown to his room by the little, dancing pixie. This school certainly was odd; drow and pixies and talking owls. What was he to expect next? Dragons accompanying archmages? He just neeeded some time to himself was all. Some time to collect his thoughts. Finally, Evander had reached his room. He turned to the pixie, a gold coin appearing in his hand. "Thank you for your assistance, little one. It was must appreciated." With that, he goes into his room, and sits down at a dest which - oddly enough - had his name inscribed onto it. A magical school, apparently. He pulled a thick, leather bound book, a quill pen, and some ink, and begins to write in the book. This entry by Evander Sunstrike, Member of the Harper, shortly after arriving at this School of Light and Magic This school is full of oddities. Drow, pixies, gnomes, the whole bit. All of them exist together in peace and harmony; together they learn and teach from each other. It certainly is a wonderful place. There is a talking owl here named Lady Hoot, she has said the it would be nice for me to teach about Bladesinging. I think not many people know about bladesinging in this school, but it is a wonderful art. To be able to sing your praise and glory of the battle. The one thing I still don't get, however, is why the Harpers sent me - a lowly member of their ranks - to do this job. I have not much else to say than this. Evander left the notebook, ink, and pen on his table; he would put it all away when he awoke. He went to sit on his bed, and he closed his eyes, but he did not sleep. His breathing slowed down to a minimal capacity, and in his mind he travelled to the land of his forefathers. He would need his strength back
Agudo Archmage 05-05-04, 10:44 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Agudo the well known and much loved the Archmage of Light; walked near the camp surprisingly happy, he noticed Branth spying on the lovely Leetah just ahead and waved to them both. “Greeting fine healer of mercy, you look as though the wait of the world is on your shoulders.” He kneels down besides her and pats her shoulder. “I am happy to say I have spoken with the new leader of Hillsfar.” The blond haird Wizard waves to the ground for Branth to come over and to add to the slight dramatic suspense. “Kulideb! As you have already heard my dear Leetah, that our very own solder of Light, Kulideb, has done in the conniving Messianica. I have given her the demands of the side of righteousness, and have made it clear that the last of the fanatics must leave to somewhere far away. Preferably the Dessert to the North or even Ice Wind Dale” He looks up to the sky and the puffy white clouds. “It looks as though things are looking brighter, for the side of Good. Agudo then glances back at Leetah and Branth. “You should be very proud of yourself Leetah and my young boy Branth. For none of this would have happen without both of your bravery and dedication. Many lives have been saved for what you two did. I am sure you Teacher is just filled with pride in you Leetah. And you Branth! Your SISTER ((OOC D'oh)) Ruthia will just be so happy to know her young man is growing leaps and bounds in the cause of all that is Good” http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Lady Hoot guides Faeryl to her new room as they speak. "The Knight that she could feel bitterness in you. Tell me of your troubles"
Kanzeil 05-06-04, 06:04 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkanzeil.gif "Indeed young dragon." Kanzeil stepped into the group of gathered friends, offering a well-pleased smile to Leetah and a respectful bow to Agudo. "Your sisters's heart will clamour with joy when she hears the tales of your tremendous bravery and unwavering determination. This victory the Army delights in today could never have existed if it hadn't been for all your hard work and dedication. You have a lot to be proud of Dragon, and a lot to look forward to when you return to the warm embrace of your family. I hope the coming days reward you justly for all you have done." Gently patting Branth's side, Kanzeil turned his head towards Leetah. His pupil was blushing from the combination of his friendly smile and Agudo's kind words. "And Leetah, you've quite possibly made me the proudest instructor in all of Fauren. I promise that a great honor shall be bestowed on you once we return to the chapel. Your deeds shall be rewarded my precious priestess. I. . ." Kanzeil paused for a moment as he looked at his student with puzzlement. Although still blushing, Leetah's face was adorned with a small frown instead of the pleasant smile he had expected. What was the matter? Wasn't she happy with the joyous words he was sharing with her? Something seemed to be bothering the girl. . .but what? . . . . . .Oh. . . . . .of course. . . Knowing that Leetah probably felt too uncomfortable interrupting the current conversation at hand, Kanziel decided to forward the question in her mind for her. . . "What news do you have of Kheldar Agudo? Was the assassin slain during the attack?"
kulideb 05-06-04, 07:43 AM	"I carnt kill him, and I havent questioned him..not yet." Kulideb said to Khaira. "If you will walk with me I was on my way to see him." The elf entered the fort. "My lady, I'm soul bound to him. I'm not sure what effect killing him will have on me. As you know I'm quite young for an elf to be soul bound with another." They walked down a hall, then down a flight of steps. Kulideb nodded at a gaurd. The gaurd pulled open the heavy wooden door that led to the cells.
Khaira 05-06-04, 09:40 AM	Khaira decides to walk with Kulideb to see Kheldar. She knew Kheldar well; he could be quite sneaky. If there was just a simple lock on his cage, she was quite surprised that he had not already escaped....she looked to Kulideb as she explained the current situation to her. "This is indeed a dire thing. If his soul is indeed linked to you, then surely killing him would kill you as well; or perhaps do something worse than death. Yet, Kheldar must be punished, for the killing of Agudo, even if he is ressurected now. I would like to know his motive. Agudo does all in his power for everyone he can help; why would Kheldar have such hatred for Agudo that he would want to kill him? I must admit, I don't understand this senseless war. I sensed Agudo's death a few weeks back - empathically, everyone who has touched my harp, I am connected to. I felt his soul ... it felt like a great rift in the Grand Plan had been created, and something had been ripped out. I came to his aid, and even though I hated the war, I became swept up in it all the same...I wish it would just end. Too much blood has been spilled, too many lives have been destroyed - lives that have had much in front of them. Love, harmony, peace - all of this torn away in a split second. It is all too horrible."
ruthia 05-06-04, 10:20 AM	((OOC: Ruthia's Player starts screaming SISTER!!! SISTER!!! not Mother! Agudo how many times do I have to correct you!!!!!!!)) Branth smiles as he stands slightly to one side of Agudo. "I'm sure my sister will be proud. Her devotion to Agudo goes far back to her first days here. Agudo has helped our family many times, as has Leetah." After Kanzeil asks his question about Kheldar Branth answers before Agudo has a chance. "Kheldar is fine. He's in the dugoen at Hillsfar right now, Kulideb and Khaira are on their way to question him." When everyone looks at him funny for saying this he says "What?? I can read her mind when I want to ok, it goes with being a Pern dragon. We can listen to anyones thoughts at any time. Only reason I know what Kulideb's doing is because I'm keeping on eye on her, I offered her my help if she has trouble with the Hillsfar citizens." He starts to blush as he says this, then looks down at his feet so no one can see his face......
kulideb 05-06-04, 02:52 PM	They walked along a dark hall, the air smelled musty. "I guess being soul bound to be is a form of punishment!" The elf said trying to make light of things. She came to ahalt out side one of the cells. "Hes in here."
Faeryl 05-06-04, 02:57 PM	Faeryl Zolond, the Drow Cleric of Elistraee, walked with the Lady Hoot as she was guided to her room in the school. She hoped she could start anew, and that no one would persecute her, or hunt her. She was a little bit afraid; the Hunters of Lolth were still tracking her. And if they found her here, she didn't know what she would do. But she would deal with that when that time came (*cough* new thread*cough*). She didn't really know how she would tell Lady Hoot everything; it would be a very long story indeed. But she would try. "For all of my life, I grew up with Drow, And I acted like they did, killed like they did, manipulated as they did, I grew to be high in the ranks of Lolth the Spider Queen, Through manipulation, assassination, and deceit. I possessed innate talent, they told me, For this kind of thing, and that She would be happy. I saw the Queen face to face for an interview once, Horrid though it was, I kept my cool. You see, this is what the Drow dwell on, live on, breathe on; Pain, Deceit, Trickery, Secrets, Torture. This is the Drow. This was me. I went through numerous tests too horrible to talk about here; torture, deceit, survival, hunting the "inbreds" of the mines, suffering torture myself. For my last test I was to find out who was plotting against me, Torture him as close to death as I possibly could, And then offer his still beating heart up to the Goddess Lolth. If I succeeded, he would be a Drider; the failed drow, unfit for true life, trapped in servitude to the Drow. If I failed, I would become the Drider, a failure. I found the person; it was my mother. Yet, I could not do all of these horrid things, I could not do this, for in my soul, I found compassion. Such was a grand weakness for the ebony-skinned elves of the Underdark. I was imprisoned, then, I had my clothes torn from me, and I suffered torture upon endless torture. My friends cut me and sliced all the while jeering. My superiors hung me inches over the layers of the most poisonous spider while they bit me and nearly drove me to death. My mother cast evil experiments on me. All the while, Lolth watched with pleasure. Years passed until the Seekers of Light came. They destroyed the city, and captured me. After taking a few possessions, I was on my way with them. They taught me Eilstraee's way; unfortunately, Lolth was in my blood, evermore. Yet, I conquered over her evil, and embraced her." The lady drow pauses then; her eyes are moist as she remembers all of these things. How she hated them! How she despised them! She would kill every last one of them! Many nights, that kind man taught me about Elistraee and her way, Until one night, a Drow hunting party found them and killed them. They thought they had killed me as well, yet they had not. A thousand wounds harbored my body. And as this Drow leader stood over my body, he said, "Your secrets shall never be told." He was referring to my death, but in all actuality, He cursed me in life, to live and speak in rhyme and rythym. The Goddess appeared to me - Elistraee herself. She talked with me a long time, and then I began to travel, All the while being hunted by Drow and persecuted wherever I went. Yet I have survived, I have lived, and I shall continue to live. Yet my fears still remain, For should the Drow ever find me, I shall be the sacrifice to Lolth, in their vain. Torture will be life before, and if, I die. The Drow are a cruel, cruel race, And since that fateful night, I have vowed Death upon every one of their race! Never again shall I embrace Lolth, and the Drow, BUt I make sure that the Evil Drow whom I encounter feel my pain before they embrace the sweet kiss of death!" SHe looks to Lady Hoot; the sadness is gone now, replaced by anger, and she draws a bastard sword, showing it to the owl. It gleams brightly, with drow symbols inscribed upon it. "Death to the Drow. This is the Wrath of Elistraee. This is my life's mission now."
Faeryl 05-06-04, 02:57 PM	Faeryl Zolond, the Drow Cleric of Elistraee, walked with the Lady Hoot as she was guided to her room in the school. She hoped she could start anew, and that no one would persecute her, or hunt her. She was a little bit afraid; the Hunters of Lolth were still tracking her. And if they found her here, she didn't know what she would do. But she would deal with that when that time came (*cough* new thread*cough*). She didn't really know how she would tell Lady Hoot everything; it would be a very long story indeed. But she would try. "For all of my life, I grew up with Drow, And I acted like they did, killed like they did, manipulated as they did, I grew to be high in the ranks of Lolth the Spider Queen, Through manipulation, assassination, and deceit. I possessed innate talent, they told me, For this kind of thing, and that She would be happy. I saw the Queen face to face for an interview once, Horrid though it was, I kept my cool. You see, this is what the Drow dwell on, live on, breathe on; Pain, Deceit, Trickery, Secrets, Torture. This is the Drow. This was me. I went through numerous tests too horrible to talk about here; torture, deceit, survival, hunting the "inbreds" of the mines, suffering torture myself. For my last test I was to find out who was plotting against me, Torture him as close to death as I possibly could, And then offer his still beating heart up to the Goddess Lolth. If I succeeded, he would be a Drider; the failed drow, unfit for true life, trapped in servitude to the Drow. If I failed, I would become the Drider, a failure. I found the person; it was my mother. Yet, I could not do all of these horrid things, I could not do this, for in my soul, I found compassion. Such was a grand weakness for the ebony-skinned elves of the Underdark. I was imprisoned, then, I had my clothes torn from me, and I suffered torture upon endless torture. My friends cut me and sliced all the while jeering. My superiors hung me inches over the layers of the most poisonous spider while they bit me and nearly drove me to death. My mother cast evil experiments on me. All the while, Lolth watched with pleasure. Years passed until the Seekers of Light came. They destroyed the city, and captured me. After taking a few possessions, I was on my way with them. They taught me Eilstraee's way; unfortunately, Lolth was in my blood, evermore. Yet, I conquered over her evil, and embraced her." The lady drow pauses then; her eyes are moist as she remembers all of these things. How she hated them! How she despised them! She would kill every last one of them! Many nights, that kind man taught me about Elistraee and her way, Until one night, a Drow hunting party found them and killed them. They thought they had killed me as well, yet they had not. A thousand wounds harbored my body. And as this Drow leader stood over my body, he said, "Your secrets shall never be told." He was referring to my death, but in all actuality, He cursed me in life, to live and speak in rhyme and rythym. The Goddess appeared to me - Elistraee herself. She talked with me a long time, and then I began to travel, All the while being hunted by Drow and persecuted wherever I went. Yet I have survived, I have lived, and I shall continue to live. Yet my fears still remain, For should the Drow ever find me, I shall be the sacrifice to Lolth, in their vain. Torture will be life before, and if, I die. The Drow are a cruel, cruel race, And since that fateful night, I have vowed Death upon every one of their race! Never again shall I embrace Lolth, and the Drow, BUt I make sure that the Evil Drow whom I encounter feel my pain before they embrace the sweet kiss of death!" SHe looks to Lady Hoot; the sadness is gone now, replaced by anger, and she draws a bastard sword, showing it to the owl. It gleams brightly, with drow symbols inscribed upon it. "Death to the Drow. This is the Wrath of Elistraee. This is my life's mission now."
Tyrion Grayleaf 05-06-04, 03:29 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongtyrion.gif Tyrion bowed to the Lady of Hillsfar. "My lady Kulideb." He then turned to greet the red haired Elf with her. ". . .Khaira. . ?" It was definitely more of a question than a hello, but after a moment Tyrion smiled at the elven bard. "My lady Khaira, I was afraid we'd. . ." Tyrion paused, ". . .I mean, I'm relieved to see you've come back to us all right." As it became quite clear that Kulideb and Khaira wanted to see Kheldar, worry began to crease the elven knight's forehead. "Please do not open the cell door to go inside. He's already tried to escape today and nearly killed 2 men in doing so. Why, this criminal would have surely escaped if Rayek had not come to check on him." Tyrion gestured to his cloaked friend, who was now wearing tightly wrapped bandages around his torso. Rayek's cloak naturally hid his back were the blood had just penetrated through the surface of the bandages. Although obviously wounded, Rayek looked no less grim or alert because of it. Artwork copyright © 2004, Gordon R. Quigley
Agudo Archmage 05-07-04, 01:41 AM	((OOC Well yes of course Ruthia, I know its Sister and not Mother!. Thats what I said...and dont pay attention to those pesky Edit things those tricky Wzo people put in the bottom of the screen :embarrass :mymy: :embarrass)) http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Agudo nodded his head at Branth’s words. “Don’t be embarrassed Branth your talents have done a lot of good.” Turns back to Leetah and frowns. “To be honest I was surprised to see Kheldar alive…” the wizard pauses as he knows how sensitive Leetah is about Kheldar. “After Kheldar was killed by Jerado that evil mage.” He shrugs “And yes I have been thinking that Jerado is behind Kheldar dastardly attack on me. Sadly though only Kheldar knows the truth” ((Elswhere back at the School)) Lady Hoot was sadden by Faeryl experiences and talked with her for another two hours. “I can only hope that your sword will be used justly. The Drow are famous for evil deeds and worshiping darkness. I pray that you’re healing can take place at this school” She then flew to the door. “I will leave you to rest and may you come to me any time you need to talk.” With that Lady Hoot was gone.
kulideb 05-07-04, 03:39 AM	"Well met." Kulideb answered Tyrion. A look of concern crossed her face as she noted the bandages on Rayek. "We have to talk to him...but may be now isnt the right time." the elf sighed, as she wondered how they were going to take Kheldar with them if he was going to play up. ~you have a choice, Kheldar...us or Agudo~ she thought to herself.
Kheldar Devaentar 05-07-04, 03:56 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif Something put a playful grin across Kheldar's face. But whether it was seeing Kulideb and Khaira, or something else, it was hard to say. "Hiya Kulideb, hello Khaira." Kheldar gracefully picked himself up from where he sat, careful observation would show he avoided putting any pressure on his right hand. Once up and on his feet, he leaned back on the dungeon wall and eyed the elves in front of him. "If there's anything I can help you with you might as well ask me now. Procrastination is habit-forming, after all." Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
Khaira 05-07-04, 10:01 AM	Khaira looks on as Kulideb speaks to Tyrion.She was glad that he and Rayek were still alive. She still wasn't sure what all happened in that Shadow Plane; it was all still very jumbled, like the contents of some foggy dream. "Hi, Tyrion! Hi, Rayek. My, you look none too worse for wear - what happened to you? How's it going? Yes, I am still alive, much to my surprise...I'm not sure what happened in the Shadow Plane, but Savael has escaped; and with him, my precious harp. I hope, after things settle down a bit, to go hunt him down. This is indeed, a dire situation. If he has my harp, I am doomed..." She looks to Kheldar then. He seemed still so happy and giddy. She knew that happiness betrayed his true emotions; she wondered what coursed through his mind under that mask of delusion? "What drives you, Kheldar? You once were a good person, no? Why did you try to kill you? What insane force drives you to kill Agudo, to attack these good people, my friends? What is wrong with you??!" The bard seems to be angered, distraught even. She wished things were so simple, so easy to figure out. She wished this blasted war was over already, and everything was settled down. She wasn't whole without her harp, wasn't herself. She was just...a rogue. A thief. Anybody could reveal her, at a moment's notice. She was a fish without fins, a bird without wings. She was ... nothing.
Faeryl 05-07-04, 10:22 AM	Faeryl looked in on her room. This would be here life for the next couple of years, at least.Perhaps this would be a better start, this time, with a better life and a better mind. The drow were out of her mind, the Spider Queen out of her life. She was with Elistraee now. She smiled and bowed to Lady Hoot, before walking into her room and closing the door. She lay down on her bed, and swift dreams came into her mind as her body receded into the trance state of the elves.
kulideb 05-07-04, 02:59 PM	"Hello Kheldar, your right I shouldnt put things off till later." Kulideb took a step closer to the cell. "But only a fool rushes things, I known my limits and questioning you about Agudos murder is beyond my skill." She looked at Rayek, then back at Khedar. "I see you have been keeping busy, I have to see to the moving of the people in this town and Agudo would very much like to get his hands on you. So what should I do with you?"
Kheldar Devaentar 05-07-04, 06:20 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif Kheldar frowned at Khaira. "You really miss that harp don't ya? Well, if it helps, I have a ring of three wishes. . . one or two of the rubies is still left in it. Maybe you could try wishing it back? I don't know if it'll work though, sometimes those sort of wishes work and sometimes they don't. . . It seems to be up to the complete whim of some arrogant, heavenly being." Kheldar shrugged. "At ant rate, just put your hand through the large metal loop they took from me and imagine a silver ring that should have 3 rubies in it. It'll materialize in your hand. If there's two rubies in it, please only use one. . . A wish that failed the first time wont work if you wish for it a second time. Afterwards, all you have to do is place the ring back in the loop, even if there are no more rubies left on it. . . Oh, and whatever you do, don't go scrambling around in that ring gate trying to imagine different things to see what will come out. . . Kulideb said it herself, only a fool rushes into things. . . You might end up with something completely unexpected. . . And although I did it before with Kulideb, do not go through the ring gate! . . We circumvented a lot of the traps down there during out little visit, but one wrong move in that place and your dead! . . And gods, do the traps ever make a mess of everything down there. . . and that's on top of all the blood. Kheldar shuttered at the thought, then looked back at Kharia. "It's perfectly safe as long as you don't do anything you know you shouldn't. . . Any way, I hope that helps. Kheldar shifted a bit on the dungeon wall to get more comfortable. "And now for those questions. . ." Something hardened in Kheldar's eyes. "First, lets get something straight here, because I'm tired of being called such a despicable person when I was only doing the exact same thing the Army of Light was doing. . . The only difference is I was actually successful. . . You see, your friend 'the Archmage of Light,' is a bit more ruthless than you might think." Kheldar paused to let that sink in. "I wasn't originally hired as an assassin. . . Messianica first hired me as a guardian to protect her from the assassination attempts on her life. While it's true some of the assassins were rebelling villages that wanted to cause strife instead of safely leave town with their families, there were much more professional assassins employed as well." "Do some looking up into a local guild called the Black Eagles, I know for certain they were secretly being paid by the Army of Light. . . There's also a few other guilds, But I hadn't rooted them out yet. . . There were also a few solo assassins. Among the many I encountered Gene Umbra was one of the most prolific. . . However, true to the word of my contract, I didn't stop his efforts because he never actually threatened Messianica herself. . . Just some of her high-ranking officers. I even saw Gene give Agudo an envelope full of the badges of officers he had murdered." "Any way, do you get my message? The Army of Light was sending assassins long before Messianica even hired me. . . In fact, they're the reason I was hired! Assassinating Agudo was Messianica's way of striking back. . . She was only doing what the Army of Light was doing to her. . . Like I said, only difference is I turned Agudo into a corpse, instead of becoming one myself." "That probably begs the question why kill a friend. . . And the fact of the matter is. . . I had never seen Agudo prior to meeting him in that crumbling Tavern to kill him. All I knew of Agudo was he was a target that I had been assigned to kill. And, of course, with good reason. Ya know, where I come from the employer of an assassin usually gets executed, and the assassin finds himself working for another boss. . . Mind you, Waterdeep nobles might have a graver need for talented assassins than you folks. . . To them, a good assassin is a valuable asset not to be wasted." Kheldar look over at Rayek with a witty smile. "As for wounding our poor friend there. Well, he can be thankful I didn't strike a little more to the right, or else he wouldn't be standing there now. . ." Kheldar stretched his arms, and shook his sore hand. "Any way, he more than got me back for it, at least he can still use a bow. . . I on the other hand, am in need of a cleric." But Kheldar planned to have that fixed after he escaped, although escaping with one bad hand would be a pain. "As for Agudo. . . the old coot made it back alive huh? Well good for him I suppose. . . Little wonder he wants his hands on me so bad. . . He probably wants to eat corn on the cob with his natural teeth. . . Well, he can come see me before or during the execution, I'll be happy to see him whenever he wants." Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
Leetah 05-08-04, 02:30 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongleetah.gif Leetah looked up at Branth, Agudo, and Kanzeil, silently taking in what each of them had to say. Kanzeil almost made her cry with his praise, but that feeling of joy was quickly washed away when he asked the others about Kheldar for her. She appreciated the fact that Kanzeil had asked for her, but she was also ashamed that Kanzeil knew Mr Kheldar was on her mind. Kanzeil hated the assassin with a passion; and he disliked Leetah's fancy towards him even more. Branth had helped lighten the girl's mood though. News that Kheldar was still alive quickly wiped away the Cleric's look of worry and replaced it with a visage of hope! Bowing her head momentarily, and moving her holy symbol closer to her heart, the priestess whispered a quick prayer to her precious Lord Pelor and then looked back up directly towards Branth. With the beginnings of tears glistening in her eyes, Leetah moved her lips to form a very clear 'Thank you.' By the time Agudo started talking, Leetah's eyes were glazed with worry once more. Kheldar had succeeded in assassinating the old archmage, and Leetah feared that Agudo's heart was bent on revenge. However, rather then express words of hatred and anger towards the assassin, Agudo surprised Leetah by trying to justify why Kheldar had attacked him. Leetah prayed that Agudo's predictions were correct, and that that somehow Jerado was to blame for all of this! At least that way she'd be able to justify in her mind that Kheldar had not willingly shattered his promise to her! Leetah's face beamed with hope once more. "When would be the soonest that we could see Mr Kheldar Agudo? I need to know the truth behind his actions!" Artwork copyright © 2003, Christopher C. Quigley
Rayek 05-08-04, 03:17 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongrayek.gif "As for Agudo. . . the old coot made it back alive huh? Well good for him I suppose. . . Little wonder he wants his hands on me so bad. . . He probably wants to eat corn on the cob with his natural teeth. . . Well, he can come see me before or during the execution, I'll be happy to see him whenever he wants." Showing obvious signs of effort, Rayek slowly rose from the wooden stool he had previously been sitting on. The elf's foreboding glare never left Kheldar's body for an instant. "If it were up to me assassin, the first thing Agudo would see upon entering Hillsfar would be your remains! Your kind is a despicable lot, willing to kill any target regardless of their innocence or virtue. Why you've been allowed to live as long as you have completely baffles me!" Rayek tilted his head towards Kulideb, still keeping a watchful eye on Kheldar. "Why hasn't the order been made to execute this dog already? The longer we keep him here, the greater a threat he'll become to us. And Kharia. . ." Rayek tilted his head towards the bard's direction. ". . .Don't go rummaging through his gear. His helpful advice is probably little more then some sort of trap." Artwork copyright © 2003, Christopher C. Quigley
kulideb 05-08-04, 06:02 AM	"Rayek! I always wonder why some one wants to end anothers life before they find out all the facts!" Kulideb looked at Khaira. "The hoop that Kheldar spoke of is in a chest in my room, I will leave it to your own judgment if you use it or not my lady." The elf glanced round seeking the form of Drindin that only she could see. ~There are still so many questions and each one I have answered throws up two more questions in its place!~ She bought her attention back to the others, she was beging to feel closed in. "I think I need to go and speak with Agudo." she bowed her head to the group and made her way along the hall. ~Branth! I need to see Agudo, tell him I will meet with in the same place as last time.~
ruthia 05-08-04, 10:25 AM	Branth nods to himself suddenly, then turns to Agudo. "Agudo, Kulideb has a problem she needs your advice on. Can you meet her in the same spot?" He then looks at Leetah and smiles slightly, then watches Agudo for his answer.
Khaira 05-08-04, 03:33 PM	"From my experience, bad things always come from wishes. Whatever divine force is out there that controls the effects of the wish always has the tendency to twist my words around for ill will against me and all of mine. No, I shall not resort to complex magical items to get my harp back; I will use my own wits and my own strength to get it back. Nothing good can ever possibly come from magic. And, yes, Gods only know what could come out of this storing place of yours, Kheldar. Thank you for the offer, yet I must decline."
Kheldar Devaentar 05-08-04, 05:55 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif Kheldar winked at Rayek. Let the grim elf brood over that. . . He had indeed set up a trap. But it wasn't a trap for Khaira, it had actually been a very subtle one for Kulideb. Kulideb looked at Khaira. "The hoop that Kheldar spoke of is in a chest in my room. . ." So that's where his things were being kept. . . A spark of joy lit up in Kheldar. . . What made it even better is it looked as though he wouldn't even loose a wish from his ring. Kheldar chuckled. "I hear ya Khaira, the gods certainly do have a warped sense of humor. . . Particularly when given the chance to meddle with the lives of mortals." No doubt about it, Kheldar really hated the gods. "Besides, you're right. It's better to rely on your wits. . . You tend to have better control over what you're doing and get the results you want. . . It's just. . . you looked so concerned about it. . . I thought maybe I could help you out with a quick fix. . ." It was the truth, albeit Kheldar was still no less delighted over not losing a wish. . . Those rings were damn expensive, and more often than not, difficult to steal. "Heck, I'd buy you a new, really nice harp. But Kulideb has commandeered all the money I earned. Oh well, I don't suppose you'd take any other harp but the one that's truly yours. . . Well, I wish ya the best of luck." Kheldar sat back down on the dungeon floor, still leaning his back against the wall. "And Kulideb, I suppose I'll see you again after you've consorted with the Archmage of Light?" Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
Khaira 05-08-04, 08:08 PM	"Kheldar, I don't get you.....your a prisoner behind those bars, awaiting death or perhaps some mroe gruesome fate, and yet you seek to help me get my harp back. Is there genuine care behind that mask of yours, or is it yet another delusion ploy to do me in once and for all?" She gazed at him idly, more than a little confused; she should go follow Kulideb, and protect her. AFter all, she did offer her sword to the new Lady of Hillsfar. But she had to figure this thing out with Kheldar. What was the deal here? What was the catch? "And, say, Kheldar, if I had used that ring, what would've been the catch? Would my soul be caught for all eternity? Would my mind be forever yours to control? Even though I am not an avid magic user, I know there is always a catch to somethign that would come *that* easy."
Agudo Archmage 05-09-04, 01:34 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Just before Agudo was going to reply to Leetah, Branth the brother of Ruthia. :mage: Spoke up about Kulideb wanting to see him back and the same spot. “Well Leetah it looks like your wish has come true.” The Archmage of Light offers his hand to Leetah, so that she may stand. Then turning to her teacher. “Kanzeil would you like to meet the new leader of Hillsfar? If so come along, besides you seem to know Leetah’s feelings on Kheldar” Turning back to Leetah he tried to offer some hope for the girl. “He is not the same as the last time I met him. Kheldar seems…. Less. Almost as if he could barely remember me. So please don’t be upset if he acts odd with you as well Leetah.” Agudo shrugged his shoulders. “For you see if Jerado is behind this… then what ever happen after Kheldar died and was brought back to life? Well let’s just say, maybe Kheldar can answer the whats.” Patting Branth Agudo waves ahead. “Ready Branth? Good! Off we go everyone “ Ten minutes latter they were all there waiting for Kulideb
kulideb 05-09-04, 06:03 AM	"Oh we will see each other again." Kulideb said as she left. As soon as she was out of sight of the cells she put her hand in to her pouch and pulled out Kheldar's glasses, she looked at them and sighed, pushing them back into the pouch, she really hoped he didnt have to die. She entered the shadow world and stepped out at the spot she had arranged to meet Agudo. She was a little surprised to see he had bought others with him, but then again she did have Drindin with her. "Agudo, my Lady, Good sir." she said to the group, her tone to Agudo lacked its usuall warmth at seeing her friend and teacher. ~Kheldar, I'll ask Agudo about the things you spoke of.~ She looked sadly at the Archmage. "I hate to ask these things of you, there is no easy way to say such things, but I have to hear their answers from you my self." She took a breath. "Agudo, its claimed that you first sent assasins after Messianica and that was the reason she hired Kheldar to ...stop you."
Drindin 05-09-04, 03:09 PM	Drindin once again offered his support to the Lady Kulideb, but all the while his sharp eyes seemed to be mostly concentrated on Agudo. Krissy, meanwhile, stumbles into the same part of the school in which lady hoot is at current. "Ah... lady hoot... just the cleric I was looking for. Tell me, where is headmaster Agudo at the current time? I've need of his... counsel, as it were."
sculyblast 05-09-04, 03:40 PM	Mytus(aka Helator) ((OoC: Sorry Guys I have been off elsway this post would have been around a bit earlier.)) Mytus stood as He saw Kulideb leave. She thought she had won.. HA! she was wrong, She still did not get she was part of the circle of hillsfar as well, she viewed herself as objective out of the circle. He was the Objective one, he had connected He Circle with his Square formation, His four little servants would serve as the corners and he has the hearth of the square.. what happened to nienses? she had not connected to her part of the circle yet. There was lampey, Walking alone again. Why wasn't he at Kulidebs side? "Lampey! Go to you corner!" Mytus Jelled, Quickly he corrected himself "Go to you post at Kulidebs side!" Quickly the Halfling Obeyed and Searched for The lady of hillsfar. after some quick searches he found her. opening with his standard line. Maybe Senis was in The wrong Corner, but Mytus did not trust Senis in any other corner, it took him long enought to get Elisa here, Too long. and after his miserable act for freedom mytus had lost any trust in him. Why had he not returned with the Assasin yet? He could easisly operate under The name of the lady. There Senis was, alone. "Senis!? Where is your guideling?" "The Lady... and an elf.. are Talking to him.... Can't interfere." "Kulideb is in discussion with him? hmzz.. Then I have a minor task for you before you will continue to finish the other little task. Tell the People of Hillsfar of the Ladies new Desision before she will publicly announce it. They won't like it." after those words Senis vanished. Spreading the rummor of an unpleasing future among the hillsfarians. ((OoC: I will give you FoD to roleplay the people of hillsfar but they most certainly won't like the move out of hillsfar :P))
Agudo Archmage 05-10-04, 12:00 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley He was pleased to see Kulideb once more, yet her expression was less than happy. Kulideb cut straight to the point, she asked about any assassins paid by him to kill Messianca. The Archmage of Light frowned. “She had many enemies, least of all the evil Zhents. Yet I am sure their were some in this loose coalition of the Army of Light, that may have sent hit teams to eliminate Messianca.” He then held up his hand. “Yet I have not paid anyone blood money for anyone’s death. As far as Kheldar when can you hand him over? Their will be fare trial Kheldar, and if found guilty proper punishment will be dealt out.” Agudo then pointed to Leetah. “This is Leetah, she wishes to speak with the criminal and find out why he would kill me. For I fought by Kheldars side when he battled Jerado to the Death.” http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley (School of Light) Lady hoot turned from her clerical duties and smiled at Krissy. "Agudo? He is thousands of miles away fighting a war for those of the Light.
kulideb 05-10-04, 03:38 AM	The elfs face softened at Agudos words. ~See! Kheldar there is your answer!~ "I'm sorry Agudo I just had to hear for my self." With that the small elf hugged the archmage. "I still dont have a strong enough hold over the town yet to just hand Kheldar over it would stir up too much trouble." She smiled and bowed her head at Leetah. "My lady, I can take you too him. If you dont mind shadow jumping with me." The elf remembered Leetah from before, but then she realised that Agudo hadnt been with them then so he wouldnt have known that. While she waited for Leetah to think about her offer, she told Agudo that plans were under way for the people to leave Hillsfar. ((As Kuli and Kheldar met in the evil int story, I'm guessing that Kuli would have met Leetah too.))
Kheldar Devaentar 05-10-04, 07:01 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif Kheldar sighed and gave the Elven bard an almost helpless smile. "I could answer all those questions honestly to you, but do you honestly think you'd believe me? You're already starting to make up traps that I've put in your way to dominate your soul. With an imagination like that, I doubt you'd believe anything I'd tell you." Kheldar shifted his position. "Yes there were certain dangers to my helpful offer. Nothing like dominating your soul, mind you, but dangers enough to get you killed if you didn't know what you were doing or grabbed for the wrong thing! . . That's why I made my instructions to you as clear as I could, and told you specifically what not to do." "As for why. . . I doubt you'll believe I genuinely wanted to h-*" ~See! Kheldar there is your answer!~ Kheldar blinked. What was she talking about? . . Whatever it was, it didn't sound very favorable to him. ". . . Well. . . so far as I can tell, the Commander of the Army of Light has just told a giant fib to Kulideb and my fate more gruesome than death is sealed. . . I suppose if ya ever want to give that ring of wishes a shot Khaira you're still welcome to it. . . Just please remember to do everything like I told you and you should be alright. . . Hmmm. . . I suppose the next time I'll see you will be during the execution. . . or whatever it is they have planned. If they really wanted to waste time they could have a mock trial. . . I imagine Agudo would play judge, jury, and executioner." Artwork copyright © 2003. Gordon R. Quigley ((PS. Scullyblast, no worries about not posting for a while, quality over quantity! Right? Hee hee :)))
Khaira 05-10-04, 10:46 PM	She looks to Kheldar. She almost pitied him. almost! She had ceased to pity the enemy a long time ago. And yet ... as she and Kheldar so very different? He was fighting for his beliefs, and doing what he was told to do. She was not so very different from he, not so very long ago. He was trying to survive, as were they all. "Kheldar, my friend, as I have told you before, I do not wish to use your ring of wishes. And though I'd promised myself to destroy the murderer of Agudo when I found him, I have too much blood on my hands already to want to have yours as well. Tell you what..." She glances about, noting that Rayek was still in the room. This wouldn't be very easy...but she had to do it. She believed that Kheldar was capable of good, that he was doing what he did to survive. Nothing else. She would help him, she decided. But there were too many prying ears and eyes about... She stepped close to the bars of the prison, beckoning for Kheldar to come close. "I feel sorry for you, Kheldar. I know not if you are trying to decieve all of us into thinking that your some clone or somesuch. But I remember you being a kind, if not mischevious, friend of the good kind. And I would hate to see your head added to the collection of innocent people. I would like to help you out, Kheldar. I will speak to Agudo and Kulideb on your behalf. Meanwhile, in case things don't work out, I'll try to get your ring back. I know you're probably wondering why I'm even bothering to help you Kheldar. It's simple really - there are two reasons. Agudo sees things in black and white. The good side vs. the evil side. But there is no truth in that. All there is is people dying, bleeding, all for some gods-forsaken war. There's too much blood being spilled, and it would be a shame for you to be added to the casualty list. No, Kheldar, there will be no execution for you. The second reason I help you, you may ask? I knew someone like you once, someone who I failed to help, someone whom I let fade into the mists of time. Someone who I wish, at times, i could have back. They did all they could to survive, but according to the law of the land, that was not good enough. That person was me, Kheldar, believe it or not. This happy-go-lucky bard was once a murdering, thieving scoundrel, all the while vying for survival in a hypo-critical society. YOu'n me, Kheldar, we're survivors. And survivors have got to stick together." She raps the side of the bars softly, winking to Kheldar as she backs away from the cell, and goes on her way to find Kulideb...this would be the beginning of a long series of acts of betrayal, she thought. She hoped Agudo and Kulideb didn't think too poorly of her.
Faeryl 05-11-04, 09:59 AM	As Faeryl came out of her trance, she realized that she had been out for some time. She felt rejuvenated, ready to go again. Ready to start a new life. She would find the Lady Hoot, she decided, and tell her she would like to teach a class on Elistraee, and embracing the Light in heart,soul, mind, and body. The female drow finally got up out of her bed, and proceeded out the door, in search of the wise owl, Hoot.
Agudo Archmage 05-11-04, 02:25 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Why Hello Faeryl, how goes your first day at the school of Light? O’ and allow me to introduce Krissy” Lady Hoot points her wing at the small girl.
Drindin 05-11-04, 07:38 PM	Krissy closes her eyes, and bows slightly, opening them again as she looks up, her hands folded infront of her, her arms tucked in on her sides, exentuating Krissy's small, frail form. "Good eve, lady drow." She says, quietly. She looks back at Hoot. "Is their any creature that would willingly take me to him? Horses tend to... panic if I get to close to them." Drindin Drindin leans in close to Kulideb. "Slay him... Kheldar, and do it now. Either that, or release him into exile without hesitation. The longer he remains here, the more of his lies and poison will seep into your allies, and your people. The longer a man like him stays alive... the more likely of his escape, and of his temptation. Death can only be repaid by death. In ways... there is no true good, or true evil... but there is, and always will be, Laws and those who break them. And people like Kheldar, those whom break laws, must meet with JUSTICE."
Leetah 05-12-04, 05:06 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongleetah.gif Leetah returned Kulideb's bow with a shy curtsey. It was comforting to see another familiar face within this foreign land. "Please Miss Kulideb, if it's not too much to ask, I really would like to see Mr Kheldar again. . ." Leetah paused for a moment, suddenly realizing that Kulideb was currently busy planning for the departure of the People of Hillsfar. ". . .Umm. . .But it doesn't have to be right now. . .I-I can wait if you'd prefer. Please. Finish your preparations first and then take me if you wish. . .I don't mean to be a bother. . ." Artwork copyright © 2003, Christopher C. Quigley
Kheldar Devaentar 05-12-04, 06:16 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif Kheldar chuckled wryly. "Oh, a happy-go-lucky person and a murdering, thieving scoundrel being the same?. . . . That's not so hard to believe." That opened Kheldar mind's into a flood of memories and images. He could see the hacked remains of the Underdark slaves he had used as bait for the Drow guards. . . The scattered bodies of the priests and vassals of Bahamut he had killed, hell-bent on avenging the injustice he felt Bahamut had done to him. . . The deep slash across Tara's throat, matching the color of her hair. . . Should Kulideb be scrying Kheldar's thoughts, she would most certainly recognize that face. Kheldar thought if he didn't laugh at the word around him, he probably never stop crying. . . At that thought, he made an effort to perk up a bit. "Gods, I am a clone Khaira. . . I thought I explained that all on Pern." He wasn't angry at all, we has making light of it. "Maybe you weren't there. . . At any rate, I'm glad you came down here. . . Thanks. . . It's nice having some friends on the outside. . . Remember, only do what you feel comfortable doing. . . If you're unsure about anything, it's ok. . . I have some experience with it too ya know - I know what it's like." Kheldar hoped Tyrion and Rayek thought he was talking about his ring of wishes and not about escaping from his cell. Although. deep inside. he doubted it mattered. . . There was still Kulideb. . . she would have heard everything Khaira told him if she was paying attention. "And this is very important, so listen up. . . Stay away form the new Lady of Hillsfar. . . Please. . . Be careful where you walk, she'll be after you. . . I think. Just some friendly advice." Ok, so that compromised some of his secrecy, but the Elven guards wouldn't have a clue what that was about. . . Hopefully. Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
kulideb 05-12-04, 09:25 AM	The elf seemed lost in thought, though in truth she was listening in on Khaira and Kheldar, she had only picked up bits of the conversation, intresting she thought to herself. She almost jumped as Drindin entered her mind. ~I carnt kill him! and he was sort of acting to a code. Messiannica hired him to kill Agudo when she thought Agudo had hired assasins to kill her! but you are right while he remains at hillsfar the more dout he spreads. I will think what to do with him. Plus I still dont know how his death will effect me.~ "Leetah, you can come back with me now, may be you can get some information from Kheadar..." Kulideb said to the girl. An image came to her of a woman with red hair, she seemed familiar. The picture she had seen in Kheldars house it was of the same girl, then Kulideb noticed the gash across her throat, the elf rubbed her brow trying to clear her head but it was an image that wouldnt fade fast. It will be nice when I have my mind back all to myself she thought or at least so its not so crowded. She needed to get back, maybe she could work some thing out with Khaira. "Agudo, my friend thank you for clearing some things up for me, but I must get back, Leetah are you ready to go now?" Kulideb said holding out her hand to the girl.
Khaira 05-12-04, 09:48 AM	She nods to Kheldar, she had been in the same spot once upon a time. A very long time ago in the eyes of mortals, but yesterday in her eyes. She remembered, once, being in Kheldar's spot. One person had given their life for her escape. Now it was her turn. "Kheldar, I don't care if you are a clone or not. Because I believe that, deep down inside whatever heart you possess, you are a good person. I believe that because ... I have to...." The bardess trailed off, then. her thoughts was deep, and her eyes betrayed her calm, facial expression. So much hurt had come to her in the past, and much hurt still awaited her, she guessed. She then listened well as Kheldar told her to stay away from the Lady of Hillsfar... "Stay away from the Lady of Hillsfar...you mean Kulideb? My sister? Stay away from her? What do you mean she'll be after me? Kheldar, I must leave you now. I will speak to the Lady of Hillsfar as well as to Agudo, about you. Execution is not in your recent future, Kheldar, that I promise you, if I have anything to do with it..." She pauses then. Seeing Kheldar behind those bars reminded her of her not-so-distant past, when she had been awaiting execution. It had been a dark time....With these thoughts, she walked out of the prison, and began to look for Kulideb, or anyone who would know where the Lady was.
Kheldar Devaentar 05-12-04, 08:49 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif Just don't get yourself locked in jail too Kheldar thought to himself as he watched Khaira walk away. It didn't sound as though she had taken his advice about staying away from Kulideb very well. . . He thought it would be much safer to just get his ring back. However, he hadn't known Khaira and Kulideb were so close. . . Maybe Kulideb wouldn't throw the elven bard in jail as soon as they made contact. How odd that Khaira wanted to help him out like this though. It made him feel good, like he really mustn't be as terrible as he thought he was sometimes. . . She told him she had been in a similar spot once. Kheldar wondered about that. He would have liked to ask more about it, but with Tyrion and Rayek right there he didn't know how much he could pursue the topic. . . Poor girl, he really hadn't given her the time and attention she deserved. . . Girl?!? She was probably one hundred years older than him. . . Still, he wouldn't forget this! He promised himself he'd make it up to her. Even if ya end up in the cell beside me Khaira, I owe ya. Hopefully, however, that wouldn't happen. . . Artwork copyright © 2003 Gordon R. Quigley
Agudo Archmage 05-12-04, 10:14 PM	(At the Agudo school of Light and Magic) http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley (( OOC This can be retroactive, in other words, Krissy could have had this conversation with Hoot months ago. That way she shows up at the same time as Agudo is having this conversation with Kulideb. On top of it all Krissy gets a fun story to tell of her treck up to Hillsfar)) Lady Hoot thought for awhile, and considerd Krissy options. “Well are Gnome of flying inventions, Lady Dangerfly is at the front lines of the war. So that option is out, yet if speed is not important, you could got to the city of Baldur’s Gate and see about caravans heading north. It may take a couple of months to make it to Hillsfar. But what a grand adventure for you!” She smiled at the possibilities. “Just think of all the places you will see and the people you will meet. The Forest of Wyrms, Sunset Mountains and so many exotic places.” ((OOC At Hillsfar)) http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley “A very good idea Leetah, I am glad Kulideb will let you talk with Kheldar. Try to find out more on how he came back to life. For example was Jerado involved or does he even remember his death at the evil mages hands. I tried to talk with him before about it. But he was to busy trying to end my life at the time, to fully understand the past life he had."
Leetah 05-13-04, 03:50 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongleetah.gif "I'll do my best Mr Agudo." Leetah nodded her head to the Archmage and then turned her gaze towards Kulideb. "I'm ready Miss." Taking the Shadow Dancer's hand, Leetah took a deep breath and braced herself for meeting up with Mr Kheldar again. She still hadn't made up her mind on how she felt about the assassin. Half of her wanted to wrap her arms around him while the other half wanted to scold him for what he had done! Leetah's arms shook as she waited for Kulideb to take her to Kheldar. Artwork copyright © 2003, Christopher C. Quigley
kulideb 05-13-04, 03:31 PM	The elf smiled at Leetah and took ahold of her hand. "Please call me kulideb, Miss sounds so formal." With that she focused her mind on the shadow plane and stepped forward taking Leetah with her. The world around them drained of colour, dark hues of grey and purple taking the place of the blue sky and green grass. The elf squeezed Leetahs hand. The trees here were twisted dark forms, eyes followed their movment, the small creatures curious about the beings who had entered their plane. Soon the elf focused once more on the natural plane, stepping forward in to the hall by the cells. She turned to Leetah. "Kheldar is just ahead, if you are ready to meet with him now that is?" A gaurd spotted the elf and came over, he bowed his head. "My lady, not all the people agree with the move." The elf sighed. "Find Helator and check on the progress the army is making, I'll talk to the people later." The gaurd bowed his head and left. "Sorry,about that, as I was saying Kheldar is just through here. As you can see I have much to do but Tyrion and Rayek will look after you, please find me after...I would like to hear what you think of our guest." Kulideb pulled open the door. "Tyrion and Rayek ! a guest to see Kheldar. Is the Lady Khaira here still?"
Khaira 05-13-04, 05:20 PM	Khaira made her way down the hallway, looking for Kulideb's room. She would get the ring, but then she would not know what to with it. She would hold onto it for a while, she guessed. Her mind was wracked with guilt; there were two distinct paths to take here. She could either help Kheldar, and risk being imprisoned and executed herself, or she could pretend that she had never said a single word of helping Kheldar, and watch him be, probably, executed. The punishment for the killing of an Archmage would not be a light one, she knew. She enjoyed Agudo's, Kulideb's, and everyone else's company. If she went through this...the trust and admiration that they had for her would be ruined. They would see her as nothing more than a consort of Kheldar's, helping a known criminal to escape. She would be executed or, if not that, she would be left to rot in a dark, dank cell for the rest of her years. However, she could also let Kheldar be executed. It seemed he remembered nothing of her; nothing of their time in the tavern that they had spent together, talking, nor any of that sort of thing. If he was a clone, then he was a soul-less person, a murderer of her dear, friend Agudo. But shouldn't even a clone be allowed a chance to life? "Cursed be the fates, that this choice should be made by one such as I!" As she looked around, she noted many able-bodied workers and maids and the like. "Excuse me - where is the Lady's room? No, no, worry not, I have been sent by her to retrieve something." After listening to the directions she gave, she went on her way, after slipping the person a platinum piece. After only a short walk, she was at Kulideb's room. She let herself in, and looked around. There, she spotted the chest. With quick, quiet steps, she made her way over to the chest and opened it. She spotted all of Kheldar's supplies, including the ring. She wouldn't use it yet, she would wait and see how Kulideb and Agudo took to her talk of taking it easy on Kheldar. If it didn't go so well...she would risk it all, and give Kheldar the chance to escape. It was a little sad, what would happen to her - she would undoubtedly take Kheldar's place. Oh well, such was life and fate. With that, she pocketed the ring, shut the chest, and went out of the room. Perhaps Kulideb was back now - she made her way back to the prsions, where Kheldar was being kept. "Kheldar, my friend, don't give up hope just yet..."
kulideb 05-15-04, 05:36 AM	Kulideb spotted Khaira coming down the hall. "I just need to talk to Khaira." she said to Leetah. "Tyrion and Rayek will show you to Kheldar." "My lady!" the elf called out to Khaira. "I must talk to you...please." How much should she say, Khaira had known Agudo longer than she had would she think that Kulideb was betraying the Archmage. The elf bit down on her lip, it was a risk she would have to take. "Please dont think me a traitor, I love Agudo dearly but..well..this is a little hard to say." she to a gulp of air. "I dont want to see Kheldar killed!"
sculyblast 05-15-04, 06:14 AM	Nienses she had been in hillsfar for quite long now, but still she couldn't fully capture what was going on in this city. the city apparently got a new leader, but why would that be, she had been gathering information all around her, and people suddenly started talking about a move, most of them disagreed heavily. she had been conforting people that this would be some kind of mistake, there had been no words from the new lady herself. there he stood, mytus, this time she couldn't escape him.. she had been off for way to long. she finished the former task appointed to her with a great result. she wonder how he would respond. she moved in front of him and opened with a simple "hello". "ah! there you finally are. bit late aren't we? Well since you did a great deal on Breadners acount, I'll let you pass this one without any results but don't do anything alike anymore, comprehents?" "understood" "infact you don't even have the chance to preform such an act this time, you will take senis' place, it suites you better." "senis' place? so what am I to do?" "you'll just have to mingle yourself among the people of hillsfar, your current task is to temper them a bit, see.. the lady is preparing a move from hillsfar, but we will stay here, because you will just stere things up a bit" "so the rumours are true?" "yes they are, now go! this task awaits you!" and so Nienses left mytus sight, starting to temper the people of hillsfar against their new lady. ((these npc are not mine to roleplay. someone els should do some work on them.))
Khaira 05-15-04, 03:35 PM	Khaira paused as she heard Kulideb say that the Lady of Hillsfar wanted a word for her. She could run now, she was fast, she has survived in many a place like this. Kulideb would never catch her...echoing in her mind, the screaming voices of the survior, "Run! Run now! Kheldar was right, you fool! Kheldar was right!" I cannot run. I will not run. If my sun is to set now, then so be it. I am tired of runninng, always running. She faced Kulideb then, waiting for the dreaded words: "You will be executed for conspiring with the murderer of Agudo." "Kulideb, surely you'll want to think this...what? You don't want Kheldar to die? My dear Lady, do you have a more private place where we could speak of this? Our time is slim, and what I have to say is for you and you alone. Besides....there are too many prying eyes and ears about."
kulideb 05-15-04, 03:53 PM	The elf closed her eyes waiting for Khaira to start with the 'how could you' talk. She opened one eye then the other as Khaira asked to go some place private. She thought of the shadow plane but as Khaira had not long returned from there she might not be too keen on going back so soon. "Lets go to my room." she said. She led the way, she glanced out of the window as she past by a puzzled look came to her brow, why werent the people getting ready to leave? she thought. As soon as I have spoken to Khaira I will find out why they are so slow. Kulideb came to a stop outside her door, she pushed it open. "Please enter my lady."
Agudo Archmage 05-15-04, 10:58 PM	Sculyblast ((these npc are not mine to roleplay. someone els should do some work on them.)) A fat Dwarfen women holding to kids, noded her head. "So yer saying lady (Nienses) that we fools for going out in the wiled and getting killed?" A skiny teenager boy human became upset at what he was hearing. "We should stay and fight! Not run away, like dogs." But an old man of the Gnomeish race stood up from his seat on the porch. "Now we have to leave like Kulideb said. She is the leader now, and besides the Messianica is dead now." More people gatherd, some with thier belongings in hand. They looked puzzeld at what to do next.
Khaira 05-15-04, 11:51 PM	Khaira walked into Kulideb's room with many thoughts on her mind. Perhaps this would be easier than she had thought...still, there were still the others to contend with. She turned to Kulideb as the door was shut. "To be quite honest with you, my lady and friend, I do not want Kheldar to die, either. For some ... personal reasons, you might say. I will not lie to you, because in all truth, I want to help him escape, even if it must be at the expense of my own life." SHe reached into the pouch where Kheldar's ring of wishes was kept now. She pulled out, and held it in her hand for Kulideb to see. "I have Kheldar's ring but, if you think that there is a better idea .. i am open to suggestions."
Leetah 05-16-04, 04:49 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongleetah.gif Leetah quietly stood outside the door leading into the chamber, listening to the voices of Kharia and Kulideb slowly fade in the distance. She wished her hearing were just a little bit better! She could make out that the two were talking about Mr Kheldar, but everything else was just a dull murmur. What were they talking about? ". . .Hmph. . ." Leetah's concentration was severed from the two women’s conversation as she heard a disgruntled grunt come from within the chamber. The sound of a hand shuffling through a stack of papers and the unmistakeable sound of someone writing followed shortly after. Leetah tried to listen to the Bard and Shadow Dancer's conversation again, but this time she heard absolutely nothing. The two had left. Letting out a sad sigh, Leetah turned her attention back to the chamber where Kheldar was being kept. Two elves accompanied the caged assassin in the dimly lit room. One, who offered Leetah a pleasant smile as she peered in the room, looked like a dashing hero straight out of a child's fairytale. While the other, who ignored Leetah completely to the sheet of paper he was writing on, looked like a merciless villain whose cold stare drained any beauty from his otherwise handsome face. Politely returning the smile that Tyrion had given her, Leetah entered the chamber and made her way towards Kheldar's cell. She could almost feel the annoyance radiate from the other elf as she walked by him to reach the assassin's cell. Clearly Rayek neither wanted nor appertained her company. The priestess wondered why? Trying her best to ignore the uneasy feeling that the shady elf instilled in her heart, Leetah wrapped her fingers around the bars of the cage and leaned in to catch a glimpse of the man she had come to see. It was too dark to see much of anything behind the bars, but Leetah saw a form that the felt she recognized. "Mr Kheldar?" Artwork copyright © 2004, Christopher C. Quigley
kulideb 05-16-04, 10:42 AM	"No my lady, I have no plan, I just dont want to see Kheldar killed. I will aid you and Kheldar in way I can. Hopefully Leetah will find out more information from Kheldar, may be that will placate Agudo." The elf walked over to the window. "There is so much to do." she said with a sigh. She wondered what Drindin thought of her wanting to aid Kheldar.
Khaira 05-16-04, 11:07 AM	She let out a sigh. So much rode on this single plan of hers, her repuation, other's respect for her, everything that she had worked for; it would all be ruined by this one act...she looked to Kulideb again. "Is there anyway I can reach or talk to Agudo? I want Kheldar to live to fight another day. This cannot be his place to die; it just cannot. There have been too many casualties in the war already, and I cannot allow Kheldar to be added to that list. If I cannot persuade Agudo to not act so harshly against Kheldar then...I will follow through with my own plan."
kulideb 05-16-04, 12:51 PM	"I can put you in touch with branth then he can pass on any messages to Agudo..or..I can take you to Agudo by shadow jumping." Kulideb said to Khaira.
ruthia 05-16-04, 01:45 PM	Branth suddenly speaks out in Kulideb's mind. o O(Sorry to butt in, but I couldn't help over hearing. I don't think Agudo would go for just setting Kheldar free, the time we spent together taught me just how ruthless he can be when he is trying to do the "Right thing". You guys may just have to sneak him out of there. ) Branth pauses for a second, he was staring at Agudo's back as he communicated with Kulideb and had almost ran head first into Agudo when he stopped to talk to an Army of Light soldier. o O(Worse comes to worse I could do it. I mean everyone already believed I was working with him to begin with right???)
sculyblast 05-16-04, 02:32 PM	Nienses as the people gathered around her, nienses felt a bit forced, mytus told her to tell this people something she did not even believe in herself, but still she had the right to tell it without any doubt, she had been among people all her live, she knew how to handle them. "The City is Defended, Messianica took care of that, Messianica protected you, she knew this war was going to come and prepared everything to make sure you all were save, Messianica has done more then what has reached your ears, as long as you remain in hillsfar.. you are save" she paused for a while "then on the other hand, who do we have? a elf of a young age, some among you would take wiser decisions then she does. and I ask you one time: what did Lady kulideb gave you? why should we trust her this easy? she is inpulsive, the army of light is manipulating her! they know they can't pass our defenses, so what is the solution? if you can't pass the defences yourself, let they come out!"
kulideb 05-16-04, 03:56 PM	Kulideb smiled as Branth entered her mind. ~I guess I have never seen that side of the Archmage..till now. I wouldnt ask you to risk your self Branth..but if there is any way to help with out putting yourself at risk then you are more than welcome.~ She looked at Khaira. "I have just spoken to Branth, he doesnt think that Agudo will let Kheldar go so easy." She said with a sigh. "Have you a plan at all my Lady?"
Drindin 05-16-04, 05:32 PM	Mysterious black shrouded figure A man steps out from the crowd that Nienses had gathered, shroweded in a black robe, all but his thickly bearded chin hidden, his brown beard speckled with gray, hinting at age. "Certainly, we can 'defend' ourselves... but will that keep them from attacking us in the first place? Surely, if we stay and fight, we but only prove those people correctly. We will just add to the blood shed. But you people, you came here to CHANGE, did you not? To leave the bloodshed and old enemies behind, to come out, and eke out a peaceful living. Staying, we will have to fight." He sighs. "I've seen much bloodshed in my life... I have seen my own brother die, my own sister abandon her daughter, and I have watched my own father defile his body to create an unholy abomination. I came here, hoping for peace... but I found only more bloodshed. I do not know about the rest of you, but I shall follow the lady Kulideb! I know my brother would have, and if I could find my niece, I'm almost certain that she would aswell! She'd be about twelve years old now, and I came here... hoping that, if I ever do find her, I would have a SAFE home to bring her too! A place where she will not be forced into war, and by staying, I deny her that! I will leave! If only to avoid any more conflict. You can stay here, and you can fight, but let it be known! He who lives by the sword, DIES by the sword." Drindin Drindin watched disapprovingly. "You'll let a murder free in the world... free to kill again. But while you are here, your people are left unattended. Who knows what could be happening out there."
Kheldar Devaentar 05-16-04, 07:17 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif "Leetah . . ? Leetah is that you?" Kheldar sprung to his feet and laughed with delight as soon as he saw his cleric friend. "It is you! Wow, what are you doing here? I thought you said you had to go away to train with who's-his-face, that priestly fellow who's the leader of your order." Something seemed to be bothering Leetah. She didn't look quite as pleased to see him as he had hoped. "Ooh, you've been talking to Agudo and that lot I suppose. Ugh, the guy's a lousy hypocrite who knows how to keep a grudge. . . Ya know, for an army commander, he sure can't take the consequences of his actions very well. . . He sends assassins after Messicania, yet when one comes back to return him the favor, he gets all fussy over it. . . Sheesh, those archmage-types, I tell ya. . . And no Leetah, you don't need to ask him whether or not he sent assassins cuz he'll just lie to you. . . Kheldar shook his head and shrugged. "And now I think he wants to puncture my head through a spike and wave it around Hillsfar as a grim reminder to those that would oppose him. . . Lovely fellow isn't he?" Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
Random NPC Man 05-16-04, 07:34 PM	"Then you are a fool old man!" A lanky fellow from the crowd gathered around Nienses hollered out. "That army has slaughtered everyone in their path!! If you leave town they will surely slaughter you too! My sister in Daggerfalls was slain by those wretched dogs! And for what?! For fighting for what she believed in against an invading army!!" "And yeah, what about this new Lady of Hillsfar? According to the spreading rumors, she wants to drag us all out of our town and bake us in the dessert like rats! Hillsfar is MY home! I will stay here and fight these dogs! Not run with my tail inbetween my legs, or fall into their treacherous schemes!"
Drindin 05-16-04, 08:26 PM	The Mysterious Stranger The robed man looked over at the townsman. "BAH! Rumors! Mere rumors! If you fools would rather stay here and fight your damned holy war, then do so! And be forever marked by the outlying communities as warmongers, and enemies of the light! You think hiring an assasin to kill an archmage, not to mention the headmaster of a school is so much better than invading some outlying town? If you do, then you are as evil as your enemies! "They were here before you, can you not see that? They have every right to want you gone. You are the stranger on THEIR land, not the other way around! If she is to lead us to a desert, then follow her, but stop when you think you've gone far enough. But I would much rather bake in a desert, than stay here and be marked a destroyer of the peace, and a stranger in an old land." The man moves infront of the crowd, and removes his hood, revealing brown hair speckled with gray, his arms tatooed, one with a snake, the other with a green dragon. He closely resembles Drindin, but there are noticeable differences. For one, he is older. For another, he seems much more fit than Drindin. As well, he has more of a beard, where as drindin never had one. He's also taller, and looks much more battle-weary, bearing many a scar. "I am Shades Trunin. As far as I know, I am the last of the Trunin Family. I have never found my mysterious niece, and my brother, Drindin, died long ago. My father has been dead to me for some time, ever since he defiled himself, turning into a Lich. I too, should be dead. But I was called back... I am not sure by whom... but what I do know, is that I have a greater purpose. The woods to the north call us, call YOU! It is there we must go. It is there where we can find peace, and eke out a goodly life, a safe life... away from war, AWAY from bloodshed! If you Mistress wishes to lead you far away to some desert, or to have you stay here and die fighting, for your broken bodies to lay on the ground and rot, then forget her! We must goto the woods... there we can finally be at rest."
Agudo Archmage 05-16-04, 10:12 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley “Thank you Lady knight of the Light. I shall prepare for the arrival of the Merchant Leagues Army. It is good to know we shall have fresh reinforcements if we must lay siege to Hillsfar Agudo gave a polite half bow to the Knight, then turned to see Branth staring intently at him. “Branth fine lad, tell me what is on your brave soul? For you seem deep in thought ….. Maybe you need some rest or food, after your long adventure with me.” He was just about to turn and walk into his tent when paused. “By the way Branth have you heard from Kulideb as of late?” The Archmage of Light gave Branth a curies look, as if using his magic to see inside Branths very soul.
ruthia 05-16-04, 10:22 PM	Branth starts slightly and gives Agudo a weak grin. "I am a dragon HeadMaster, I can go weeks without food or sleep if need be. And No sir, Kulideb is busy at the moment trying to convince the people of Hillsfar that it's safe to move. Most of them don't trust you after the Dagger Falls thing...." Branth let's his little white lie trail off, as he watchs Agudo's reaction to what he says next. " To tell you the truth HeadMaster, most of these people feel your just a cold blooded murderer. Really they feel your no better then Kheldar sir. It's going to take her a while to get them to trust you....."" Branth watchs as the Lady Knight goes to get more troops to join the ranks of the Light. "And to be honest with you sir, adding more troops to our army in plain sight of Hillsfar ISN'T going to gain their trust any quicker."
Agudo Archmage 05-16-04, 11:10 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The Archmage of Light was flabbergasted at Branths strong words. He opens his mouth then shut it once more. Agudo blond eyebrows stood raised in surprise. “Me a cold blooded… killer” Rubbing his short blond beard, the mage eyes closed, at the thought of Daggerfalls. Oo.. It all seem so simple, we would march into town, with banners waving trumpeters playing. But…But who knew that women and children would stand side by side; with butcher knives and old men with pitch forks…Oo Agudo shakes his head at the bad memories Oo.. They trapped us in the center of town! The villagers pop up on rooftops throwing large rocks, shooting arrows. Simple folk charged out of barns and storefronts, surrounding us. The children showed an unnatural bloodlust. Mothers charging at trained Knights with no fear…..When it was all over… the town lay in ruin… almost no civilian survivors… so many dead soldiers as well… Oo Suddenly Agudo opens his teary eyes and glares at Branth. “This ends now! I have been to lax with my duties and shall not be tricked by wolfs in sheeps clothing any longer. This city and it vipers will be brought to justice if they dont leave!" The Archmage of Light recovered some what and let out a deep breath "Also let Kulideb know that several nearby merchant cities, like Thentia, Mullmaster, and so on. Have banded together, and sent a band of hired Sword hands, to aid the army of Light. If Kulideb asks why…. tell her that Messianica War-Mongering has disrupted trade routs of many cities, up and down this seacoast”
Leetah 05-17-04, 12:05 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongleetah.gif Leetah could feel her heart clamour as Kheldar turned around to face her from behind the bars which held him in captivity. Watching the dim torch light dance along the rouge's handsomely boyish features placed an awkward lump in the priestess' throat, and hearing the playful tune of Kheldar's voice almost drove the girl to tears! Leetah prayed that she looked more somber on the outside then what she felt on the inside. "I was sent by Mr Agudo to ask you some questions Kheldar." Leetah was surprised by how calm and controlled her voice sounded. She had expected her first sentence to sound like a squeak! "The first thing he'd like to know about is how you're still alive." Yikes! Leetah could feel her heart sink as she dropped that question on Kheldar. Her voice had sounded so cold! She didn't mean to sound like that! Leetah desperately wanted to re-ask the question in a friendlier tone but she knew that she couldn't! She couldn't show any signs of weakness; she had to firmly establish that she was in control of the situation. Artwork copyright © 2004, Christopher C. Quigley
Drindin 05-17-04, 01:07 AM	Krissy then suddenly arrives, behind agudo after his spiel. "NO! YOU SHALL NOT MARCH!" She hollers, with a strength seemingly impossible for her small, meek body, which is at current wrapped in furs. "You've gone mad with Vengenance agudo... my uncle would have told you to get a hold of yourself, and to think this through. Prove them wrong agudo, show them that you DO have mercy, that you are a pillar of the light. In marching, you prove them right. You prove that you are nothing more than a vengeful monster." Krissy coughs after her out burst, and begins to pant, sitting down tiredly, and pulling the furs tightly around her. "Enough blood has been shed already... ghosts haunt over this place, and the school... the town is plighted, I can feel it from here... the death surrounds us all. No more can die, I will not allow it."
Kheldar Devaentar 05-17-04, 01:29 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif Kheldar took a step back. Was this the Leetah he remembered?! She seemed so. . . not like he remembered. "Phfft. . . 'How am I still alive?' That's an awfully cold hello. . . How am I still alive? What do you mean? I haven't died." Kheldar backed away from the iron bars of his cell and leaned on the far wall of the prison, all of a sudden he didn't want to be so close to Leetah. "Oh. . . that's right, you said Agudo sent you" That dampened the rogue's spirit to hear Leetah hadn't come on her own initiative. "I suppose he's referring to the incident where Jerado killed me. . . He was full of questions regarding the topic when I met with him before. . ." Kheldar sighed. "I don't remember anything about it. . . I don't suppose you do? He said you were there. . . At any rate, didn't I tell you how I came back from the dead during our visit on Pern? I'm positive you were there. . . umm, weren't you?" Kheldar thought about it. . . then smiled as he remembered something. "Oh yeah, you fell asleep during it. . . Well, you were pretty tired after running away from that Gold Dragon, and that was on top of curing me and Lucky from that awful parasite. . . Sheesh. . . was Rodney the only one who stayed awake during the whole thing? - I guess so. . ." Kheldar shifted his position on the wall. Naturally being careful about his sore hand. "Well, I'm afraid I don't want to talk about it here. Think about it Leetah, why would I want that kind of information to fall into the hands of people who want to kill me?" If they knew how he brought himself back from the dead, they could very well take steps to prevent it from happening again. "So. . . Does Agudo have any more questions for me? Or do you just want to kick some dirt in my face for him and leave?" Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
Leetah 05-17-04, 03:38 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongleetah.gif "No! Wait!" Leetah's voice squeaked that time as the girl threw herself at the cell door and rattled it's bars. At that moment it almost looked like the priestess was the one trapped inside a cage and Kheldar was the one standing where she wanted to be. "I'm sorry. . .Please. Forgive me. . .I'm such a fool! Everything’s not as it seems." Leetah turned around so that her back was against the cage. It was easier looking down the dungeon corridors then it was seeing the dejected look on Kheldar's face. "It's true that Agudo sent me here to interrogate you, but he only did it because I begged him to." Leetah lowered herself to a sitting position, hugging her legs so they were up against her chest. "And the reason I begged so much was because. . .Well. . ." The healer's voice rapidly grew more and more mopey. Whatever control she had posed over her words was long gone now. ". . .I wanted to see you again. . ." . . . Leetah remained by the cage, back still towards Kheldar, but now her shoulders were trembling. She wanted to say more to the assassin but the words simply refused to come out of her mouth. Finally, after a few moments of quietly crying into her arms, Leetah managed to say something intelligible. ". . .Forgive me for sounding so heartless when I spoke to you. I thought that if I controlled my voice I'd be able to have a better grip on this whole situation. And look a me now. . .I really am a fool. . ." Artwork copyright © 2004, Christopher C. Quigley
Rayek 05-17-04, 04:27 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongrayek.gif Finishing the final sentence on the message he had busied himself writing, Rayek gave his letter a quick look-over and then neatly set it on the wooden table beside him allowing the ink to dry. Returning his quill back to the vial it had came from, the cloaked figure refocused his concentration towards Kheldar’s cell. What the elf saw amused him. "Well, isn't this a precarious situation. The assassin's chosen interrogator is down on her knees crying like an infant. Master Agudo sure knows how to pick 'em." Artwork copyright © 2004, Christopher C. Quigley
Kheldar Devaentar 05-17-04, 05:15 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif Kheldar flashed Rayek a hateful look. "Hey, shut up!" Kheldar left his spot on the dungeon wall and bent down close to where Leetah was. "You're not a fool Leetah. . ." Without thinking about it, he firmly put a reassuring hand on Leetah's shoulder "I'm ~OW! ow ow!" Kheldar quickly withdrew his sore hand from Leetah's shoulder and held it close to his chest - like that would somehow make the pain go away. He offered a quiet chuckle as he rubbed his sore hand with his good one. "Ya see? . . I'm the total fool. . . dammit that hurt." Did Kheldar think that last part? Or did he say it? "Umm. . . what I mean to say is I'm sorry. . . I didn't mean to make you cry." Well actually, in a funny sort of way he had - and goodness did it ever make him feel good to hear her crying! "I was afraid Agudo had brain-washed you against me. . . I'm relieved you're still the good ol' Leetah I know!" Wow Kheldar had more allies than he thought. . . First Kharia, now Leetah. . . He wondered if any one else out there didn't hate him with a vengeance. It was enough to make him brush one of his eyes with with a finger. Gods! He wasn't going to start crying in front of Leetah! "Here, let me help ya up!" Kheldar offered his left hand to Leetah. Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
Khaira 05-17-04, 09:37 AM	Originally posted by kulideb "Have you a plan at all my Lady?" "Arwenamin, can you you get Kheldar out of the prison cell at all? For questioning, or anything of that sort? I could sneak him out if we could get him out of the prison cell... But, if that is not possible, then...I shall just give him back his ring of wishes. Does he have any other supplies? Of course, I would do this rather discreetly..."
ruthia 05-17-04, 12:51 PM	Branth watches Agudo closely before sending a very discreet message to Kulideb. o O( Kulideb, I don't want to add to your toubles but there's a problem here. Agudo wondered why things weren't moving yet, so I fibbed a little and told him your having trouble convincing the townspeople it's safe to move. I....umm.. Kinda told him that some of the people feel his a cold blooded killer. Which is true Mind you, I'm sure some people there really do think that. But now he has just declared that if your people don't start moving he's coming in to kill them all!) Branth pauses under Agudo's glare before deleviering the rest of the message. o O( He also says that several nearby merchant cities, like Thentia, Mullmaster, and so on Have banded together, and sent a band of hired Sword hands, to aid the army of Light. He says it''s because of Messianica War-Mongering that has disrupted trade routes of many cities, up and down this seacoast. ) Branth pauses again as Krissy arrives and lays down her little altimatium. o O(Utoh. Krissy is here. She just called Agudo a vengefull monster and refuses to let him march on the city. I don't think this is going to turn out so well....... You and Khaira had better get Kheldar out of there, then get those people out of there also. Sure you just don't want me to do it? I could shadow jump in there, let the gaurds get a quick glimps of me so they know it wasn't either you or Khaira, then get Kheldar the heck out. That way you too could concentrate on the city people, I have a feeling you will need Khaira's help with them.) Branth tries very succesfully not to let his emotion show on the outside through all of this, apparantly Gene's classes are starting to pay off for the young dragon............
kulideb 05-17-04, 05:28 PM	"I'm not sure yet what we can do but I wont just hand him over, his belongings are in the chest over there..." The elf looked out of the window. "Oh there seems to be some thing going on outside, My lady Khaira, speak to Leetah she may help us too, now I better go and see whats upsetting the towns people." The elf bowed her head to Khaira, then left. Walking down the hall she dragged her hand along the cold stone wall. ~Drindin, I carnt kill him that would make me no better and dont say hand him to Agudo, it will be just the same killing him myself, now I wonder why the people are so worked up?~ Stepping out side the elf saw a group of people all talking, she almost stepped back inside exept she caught the words 'I am Shades Trunin' ~Drindin!~ Just then Branths message came into her head. ~thank you Branth, I think I need to talk to Agudo myself, can you keep an eye on Krissy for me?~ She stayed hidden in the shadows listerning to the talk, feeling very overwhelmed.
Agudo Archmage 05-17-04, 08:42 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley ((OOC … Oh good Drindin you saw Lady Hoot post about a retro-active adventure for Krissy. Also all my Grand adventure players! …Once again any teleportation, still has a limitation of three hundred feet or so….This is true in all my story games. Everyone is doing a fantastic job and I am very pleased at the depth of the posts.) Branth seems to contort his face, in a somber expression. But says nothing to the Archmage of Light. Agudo nodded his head in understanding, for he was a bit emotional with the boy. He just started to turn when a familiar voice rang out. “Krissy?” Agudo looks over at a wornout girl, who obviously had been traveling for a long time. “My, dear young thing, I know you’re exhausted, from traveling so far from my school. Yet know your words are sweet, but miss guided, by your love for life over violence.” The blond hared wizard, flicked his long blond ponytail over his shoulder; and tried to comfort her with a warm smile. As he knelt down beside her he looked deeply into her eyes. “Yes your right... to many have died, for a false cause. Messianica sought to force out anyone who did not believe her way.” With misty eyes Agudo continued. “ Daggerfalls is an example of one, for those who fought against the Army of Light. Yet before that sad battle, other town folks who lived at Daggerfalls, were driven out. So that she may have a pure world, full of those who think only like her.” He then stood and shook his head in disgust “Messianica chased out all other Clerics, and took other people property and livelihood. Many others have lost jobs, families have gone hungry. All because Messianica dream of a world with only her religion” He then turned and started to walk away, but stopped at his next painful words. I know there are some good, miss guided people in Hillsfar… Sigh “I am sorry to say that I can not stand by, as this fanatical cancer grows on the world. If a group of people try to rob a poor women and I stop them with violence… then to most I am a hero.” He then looks over his shoulder at Krissy. “Yet if I stop an army of religious fanatics from robbing the countryside… Well! If that makes me a Vengeful Monster… Then so be it!” Agudo turns to Branth “ Kulideb has twenty four hours, to remove this band of thieves from my sight! With that he walks away to his tent, with a powerful plan in mind to end this once and for all.
Drindin 05-17-04, 08:45 PM	Drindin "But..." He stumbles over the words, his hand sitting on Kulideb's shoulder, steadying himself. "It... It's impossible! He's... he's dead..." Shades Trunin Shades turns towards Kulideb, right before she slips off into the shadows. Regarding her will to hide, he speaks out. "If the Lady of Hillsfar were here right now, I would ask her... what is her will for us? Will she send us out into the desert to rot? Or would she have us stay here, until we are picked apart, one by one, by the army of light. Or would she have us leave somewhere to be hidden and start a new life? Well, let us ask her then!" Turning toward the building. "LADY OF HILLSFAR!" He hollers out. "WHAT IS YOUR WILL FOR THE COMMUNITY? WHERE DO YOU TAKE US!" Krissy Krissy looks into Agudo's eyes, with here eyes showing only death in them.* "Yet do you not realize that Kulideb is not only one of your students, but a good friend of yours? Yet still you do not make peace! You give her a scant day to rally a heavy-in-their-way set people, and deport them to some God's Forsaken desert! My uncle was wrong about one thing: Death cannot be repayed by more Death! Surely you must realize that! Yet still you threaten to march. Why do I not want more slain? So that no more pining women make prayers to dark gods to bear children! So that no more children may be brought into this world to suffer as I have." *((Remember... krissy has the ability 'unnerving gaze'. Any creature looking her in the eyes (except for undead) must have a heroic will (technical terms: Succeed at a will save of DC 20) or be shaken for about 10 minutes. She can't control this ability, it happens automatically.))
Leetah 05-17-04, 09:02 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongleetah.gif Leetah let out a quiet sniffle as she took Kheldar's hand and allowed him to help her to her feet. Her eyes flickered with sorrow when here gaze met the assassin's again. "Why did you break your promise to me?" Leetah waited in silence for Kheldar's reply. But when all she received back was a baffled look, she decided to elaborate on her question. "Back at the Cross Road Tavern, when I first learned that you were an assassin, you calmed my grief-stricken heart by promising me that you only took the lives of the truly wicked and corrupt." Leetah wrapped her other hand around the assassin's. She feared how Kheldar was going to answer her next question. "Is it that you honestly believe Mr Agudo is that evil? Or was there some other reason?" Artwork copyright © 2004, Christopher C. Quigley
Kheldar Devaentar 05-17-04, 10:03 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif Kheldar's baffled look hadn't changed very much since Leetah had first asked the question. "What?! - When did I ever promise you that?" Kheldar scratched his head. . . he must have been stupid to have promised Leetah something like that. . . He wondered how he worded it. Something suddenly lit up in Kheldar's eyes. "I didn't happen to make that promise to you prior to our little adventure where I got killed did I? Cuz If I did. . . well. . ." Kheldar smiled happily and shrugged. "I don't remember it at all!" One look at Leetah gave Kheldar the impression that wasn't good enough. . . Darn, it looked like he'd have to make that foolish promise to her again. . . Well, it didn't hurt his client base too much. . . Wicked people still hired assassins to kill other wicked people. . . It just meant he'd have to get rid of the second rule. Too bad, that rule got him a lot of extra gold! "But. . . I suppose if I promised it to you once before. . . I can promise it to you again. . . Leetah, I wont kill good people anymore. . . I. . . promise." He didn't have to sound happy about it though. Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
Agudo Archmage 05-17-04, 10:04 PM	Krissy *((Remember... krissy has the ability 'unnerving gaze'. Any creature looking her in the eyes (except for undead) must have a heroic will (technical terms: Succeed at a will save of DC 20) or be shaken for about 10 minutes. She can't control this ability, it happens automatically.)) OOC Well Kheldar and Leetah you made the Epic Agudo... Did Agudo loose and shake or what?)) :smirk:
Kheldar Devaentar 05-17-04, 10:35 PM	((According to the D&D rules and Wizard's fancy online dice roller (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/rolldata.asp), Agudo just made his save by 1!!!! That's right, he rolled a "2" on his will save. . . had he rolled a "1" it would have been an automatic fail. So, using the rules Agudo makes his save (albiet just barely) Of course, it's up to Agudo how he plays it out. My adivce, Agudo might be a bit starteled. . . it was close after all. . . Hope I've been helpful! Agudo's will save roll (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=Agudo#106288) Agudo's 3.5 character sheet (http://boards1.wizards.com/showthread.php?s=&postid=3372571#post3372571) (top of the page) Gord))
Leetah 05-18-04, 12:48 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongleetah.gif Leetah frowned as she lowered her gaze to the floor. That promise had been nothing like Kheldar's original one. There was no sincerity in his voice. No regret for the innocent lives he had ended. Nothing! All Leetah heard in that promise was a lingering impression of displeasure, and an unhappiness that she had asked him to make such a commitment. Kheldar's promise sounded forced. Leetah tore her hands away from the assassin's grasp. "I'm not here to tell you how to live your life!" Leetah took a step away from the cage, tears were beginning to re-emerge. "I don't want you making any commitments you're not genuinely willing to make!" Leetah turned around, cupping her hands over her eyes. "I want the old Mr Kheldar back! I don't know what happened to you back in that cave, but you've changed! You used to care more about people!!!" Leetah stood in the center of the chamber, sobbing into her hands. Rayek softly shook his head as he watched the whole situation unfold. He then took out another sheet of paper and began to write on it. Something was on the elf's mind. "What is it that you care about now these days? Is it money? Are you willing to sacrifice those around you if you're paid enough money!?!?" Leetah spun around, uncovering her eyes. The priestess was beginning to sound hysterical. The usual friendliness which adorned her fair face was nowhere to be seen. Leetah glared at Kheldar through the iron bars that held him prisoner. "What do you value Mr Kheldar, and please be honest to me. I want to know the truth about you." Artwork copyright © 2004, Christopher C. Quigley
kulideb 05-18-04, 07:34 AM	Kulideb placed her hand on Drindins, she patted it, then stepped out of the shadows. "I'm the Lady of Hillsfar, And though some of you do not think it, my first concern is for the people here in this town." She paused and looked at the crowd. "Like it or not the army of light wants us out!" She raised up her hands to silence the people, as the crowd started to get noisy. "If you stay here then so shall I, but we have many children and old folk, plus those to ill or hurt to fight. We need to get them away. On this matter I wont give in...So instead of standing there like headless chickens go gather up all of those who can not defend themselves. You have a couple of hours!" She looked at Shades. "And you sir! I think we need to talk, please follow me." The elf called a gaurd over. "Find Helator, I need to speak with straight away." The gaurd nodded and set off at a run. ~Branth, I'm sending out a group of people soon, please warn Agudo to leave them alone, its just the children and old folk plus a few of the ill...the rest will follow later.~ The elf sighed she didnt like not telling the truth but wanted to protect Branth as much as she could. She walked back into the cool of the fort, glancing at Drindin to see how he fared, then to see if Shades had followed them, she wondered how Krissy would react at knowing Shades lived.
Khaira 05-18-04, 09:35 AM	Khaira nodded at Kulideb's request to go talk to Leetah; she would go talk to this Leetah. She had heard that name before, but she couldn't seem to put a face to the name... "Very well, Arwenamin, I shall go see what aid Leetah can offer." Khaira made her way down to the prison cell where Kheldar was kept. She nodded to Tyrion and Rayek, and then noted the blonde-haired lady talking to Kheldar at his cell. SHe bows to the lady. "Miss Leetah, I presume?" As she moved closer to the cell, she made a subtle motion for Kheldar to come closer." "Kheldar, my friend, I have your ring in my pocket. Obviously, Agudo won't let you go without a fight. Kulideb is trying to convince the townspeople to move, and so I can only assume that Agudo and his Army of Light are making ready to move into Hillsfar... Whatever Miss Leetah and I can plan to get you out, we shall do..." She turned to the blonde-haired lady then, whispering to her. "Kulideb has asked me to enlist your help. Somehow, someway, we have to get Kheldar out of here...do you have any ideas?"
ruthia 05-18-04, 10:56 AM	Branth walks to Agudo's side again and clears his throat ever so slightly. "Excuse me Agudo, Kulideb has a message to pass to you. The first group of people will be leaving soon. This group consist of Old, Ill, and Children and she begs you to keep away from them." As Branth talks to Agudo he passes a message to Kulideb o O( I told him. Oh he says to tell you that you have 24 hours to get everyone the Heck out before he tears the place apart. Also I have another Idea. Why don't you hide Kheldar in that first group and get him out of there?? He's an assisian and should be great at hiding himself in crowds right???))
Good Knight 05-18-04, 02:50 PM	Keldorn stood by the siege models on the round table in the tent. He was planning a quick charge with fortified battle rams. When like most young boys, Branth walks into Agudo’s tent, oblivious to the world around him. The Radiant Heart knight walked up to the boy and put his hand on Branths shoulder. “Thank you Branth, I shall let your headmaster know about your message. As you can see Agudo is talking with the baroness of the Merchant League army” Just to the side was a plump halfling women, huffing and puffing as she talked. Wiping the sweat from her chubby face, with a delicate lace handkerchief. She spoke about the solders of her army being here by sundown. Keldorn winked at the young lad and patted him on the back. “In fact you can help me and my solders, set up perimeter around the road. For the Hillsfar people shall be using it to leave; and we cannot take chances at this late moment in the war. I shall need some one with a sharp eye, like you Branth, to catch anyone sneaking back into the city. As well as to cause trouble on the way-out.” Keldorn looked out the tent flap at the afternoon sun. Tomorrow shall be a big day young man. Either we shall walk into that city peacefully. Or by force of arms.”
sculyblast 05-18-04, 03:25 PM	Mytus Now that Senis had been replaced by Nienses his task was mainly done, he reported to mytus while mytus appointed the next task to him and he left, then Nienses returned to Mytus to tell him the people were active as he commanded, so her task was done. he send her out on her task, then came lampey, mytus send him out to report some message to breadner. all the pions were moved, and things quite seemed to go fine for him. he walked across town, saw how this town was so manipulated to his will, his power had recieved its perfectives right here, he felt uberpowerfull, was it worth it? things would not stay this way. he should make some securities to maintain his power, or he should just make sure he would get his loot and get out of here? as he made his decisions he walke further, rudely interupted by a messager that told him to speak to the lady of hillsfar. so he went back to the great marketplace, and then met with kulideb and asked her what her intentions were
Kheldar Devaentar 05-18-04, 04:34 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif Yikes! Kheldar hadn't expected Leetah to act anything like this! Looks like he had to be a little more careful with how he talked to her. . . What did he value? Ouch, that was a sensitive topic for him. "The only thing I ever valued is d- Khaira?" Was Kheldar ever glad to see her, and she had brought his ring!! However, the more Kharia explained the situation to him, the less hopeful Kheldar appeared. In fact, by the end of it, he wasn't even looking at the pretty elven bard, he was looking at the two figures behind her. "Shoot! Well. . .If ya hit the dark, creepy guy in the back real hard you might be able to get past him, but I don't know about his friend." Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
Rayek 05-18-04, 04:55 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongrayek.gif "Hello Kharia." If the elven bardess were to turn around, she'd find the dark looming figure of Rayek standing directly before her. The elven fighter placed a gloved hand on the pommel of his sinister blade. "Here's an idea. The next time you plan on releasing a prisoner who's under my charge, please do so when I'm not within earshot!" Rayek lunged towards Kharia, sword drawn! Artwork copyright © 2004, Christopher C. Quigley
Drindin 05-18-04, 07:08 PM	Drindin Aside from being a bit flaberghasted, confused, and startled, Drindin is very much okay. Shades Shades follows Kulideb, never once doing anything tricky or deceitful. "What do you need, Lady of Hillsfar? You have beckoned me to your side, and I have come. Why?" Krissy Krissy is still moderatley angered and Agudo's response.
kulideb 05-19-04, 04:35 AM	"Well met Shades." the elf said. "I know your brother Drindin..." Kulideb stopped as Helator approached. She sighed she was no war general she needed this man on her side. "Helator, thank you for coming. It seems that most of the people wish to stay here, but I have ordered that the weak leave. I have done this for two reasons. One it buys us a little more time and two..it will be easier to fight in the town if we arnt watching out for our weak. I will leave the arrangments of the defence of this town in your hands...I just ask that you dont attack till I give the word." A message from Branth passed into her mind. ~Good idea Branth, I'll pass it on to k..well to someone else who is helping me as soon as I can.~ With all that had been going on she hadnt had chance to 'listern' in on Kheldar and Leetah, she hoped Leetah would help Khaira.
ruthia 05-19-04, 09:05 AM	Branth glares as the Keldorn when he tries to get him to help out with the army. "The only reason I'm even sticking around this stupid fight is because I can talk directly to Kulideb and pass messages on between the her and Agudo. I'm most deffinatly NOT going to help you in your "Fight against evil" . I'm surprised Agudo hasn't turned on me yet, aren't dragons "Evil". " With that Branth walks away from the army. He walks till he is further and further away from the area, finding himself a spot to watch what ends up happening, without having to interact with anyone else......
Drindin 05-19-04, 09:51 AM	Shades "You do? He is dead, is he not? I am not sure... I was dead when he died, so the... details are a bit sketchy." Shades seems a bit uncomfortable at the approach of the general, and watches him warily.
Khaira 05-19-04, 10:07 AM	Khaira turned around as her old friend mentioned her name. Rayek, there he was! Had he been standing there the whole time? Did he hear the whole conversation? The bardess tensed as she glanced at Rayek.... "Releasing a prisoner under your...whoa!" Khaira rolled to the side quick, rising quickly with her own swords. It was a good thing that she was so fast; a couple more seconds in her previous stance, and she might have become a new decoration on the end of Rayek's sword! "Rayek, you don't get it, do you? No, I suppose you don't. You see, this is all a matter of a frame of mind. This war is not as black and white as you'd like to think; it's all shades of gray, you see. This man isn't exactly what you think he is. In fact, he's not very much unlike me, you know...maybe someday, Rayek, you'll understand." She began to murmur in some soft tones, some sort of rhyme, it sounded like something out of a child's storybook...reaching the end of her incantation, she made a quick movement with her arm... "Dragon fog and chamelon sight, I command the shrouded sea, I blend the mist, I mix the light, Refract, around, behind me." All of a sudden, Khaira was ... not there! The sleight sound of something bouncing inside the cell catches Kheldar's attention. There, right in front of him, was his ring! Meanwhile, Rayek feels a sharp pain in the back of his head as both of Khaira's (albeit invisible) sword hilts slam against the back of his head. Oops, she forgot that she couldn't remain invisible and knock out Rayek, too. Oh well, at least she had the element of the surprise now!
Agudo Archmage 05-19-04, 01:20 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The Archmage of Light set with Baroness for nearly an hour, as she went on and on; about her horrible ordeal in getting here. Suddenly with some relief, on his face, Agudo smiled brightly as Branth came in. Yet the negotiations between the Merchant League, and the Army of light were at a pivotal moment. He could not acknowledge Ruthia’s brother, without being rude to the Baroness. Fortunately Firecam the RadiantHeart Knight, spoke with the young man. Yet it did not seem to end well, for the last words became heated and loud enough for Agudo to hear. Branth I'm surprised Agudo hasn't turned on me yet, aren't dragons "Evil". " The blond haired mage sied, as he watched Branth storm out of the tent. “Baroness Mc’ Dugelas, I apologies for the interruption” The plump leader of the Merchant League Army, huffed and made comment about impetuous children, needing to learn their place. “Yes well Branth is a brave young man, who is not used to the hard choices of war. Yet back to our talks on coordinating the possible siege on Hillsfar.” Mc’ Dugelas pounded her hand on the table, and eye Agudo with distaste. She made clear that her army, had no holly ideas for a righteous fight. The merchant cities, didn’t care about Good and Evil. Just profit and trade! And that is were the Messianica followers have crossed the line, she spat. Brushing his long blond hair out of the way, Agudo stood. “I understand your unmoral beliefs, and if the siege must take place, then our forces are united in the understanding that the city of Hillsfar must fall.” The Baroness nodded her head and stood as well, bidding goodnight as she left for her own camp. Turning to Keldorn, frowning. “From what I could hear then, from your conversation with Branth, Kulideb is sending out the people tomorrow. As they talked for a few more minutes the sunset, was giving off a beautiful hew. “When I talked with Krissy last, I was barely able to control my fear. Lets just say by looking into her eyes, It was a frightening experience.” Then surprisingly Agudo smiles. “I pray Kulideb is able to lead to Hillsfar people out of the city. But if not!…. Krissy has given me a magical idea.” The blond haired mage leans over and whispers into Keldorn ear.
Amberly 05-19-04, 04:25 PM	Sometime around mid-day,a young, elven girl, maybe 7 or 8 years of age, strolls into the front gates of the school. She glances about, rather curiously, at the sights of what appears to be a very grand school. She knew, undoubtedly, a school of this proportion she would not be able to afford. But maybe she would be able to at least get a morsel to eat, and a bed to sleep in. The girl herself appears to be wild and unkempt; uncombed hair, its tangled masses covering her face; dried sap covering her face, which oddly seems to betray expression nor emotion; clothes made from nature itself - deer hide, rough leather, all adorn her skin. And all the while, sharp green eyes poking through the dirt and the smudge and the hair, emerald green eyes, not even missing a thing, it seems like. In fact, if one didn't know better, one could say that this elven child is almost half-pixie, and she looks the part, too, what with twigs poking half out of her hair. Whether this is deliberate, or a trademark of a life in the wild, nobody can tell. She glances around the school, saying out loud, perhaps to herself,"I wonder what kind of place this is? It feels very homely......"
Elvina 05-19-04, 05:05 PM	((OOC: *Blows the dust off a poor unused MuP.* "Welcome Amberly to Agudo's school. Hope you enjoy your stay here.")) As the you walk into the school lobby you spots a red haired elf sitting at a desk in the center of the room. To either side of you as you walks you will notice a buetiful fountian where pixies play, Tinker gnomes busily repairing some sort of gadget, and an assortment of other races standing together singing a buetiful song in honor of their late teacher, Khaira. All and all the place seems very peaceful and relaxing as you appoarch the elf at the desk. The red haired elf looks up and smilies at you. "Hello there. My names Elvina, how can I help you today?"
Kheldar Devaentar 05-19-04, 07:31 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif Kheldar's ring of wishes bounced off the hard dungeon floor only once before the rogue quickly snatched it up and put it on his finger. "Ring, I wish for Dispel Magic cast on me!" one of the remaing two red rubies on the silver ring shattered, and as it did, a green miasma emanated from Kheldar's body and dispersed into the air. When he saw the last of the mist disappear, Kheldar laughed out loud with delight. ((Hmm. . . I guess that's two standard actions. . . well, my turn's over. :rolleyes: Amberly, welcome to Agudo's School thread! I know Elvina beat me to it, but darnit, I can be nice and polite too, right? :))) Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
kulideb 05-20-04, 03:46 AM	The sound of a mother softly singing to her crying infant could faintly be heard, an old man coughed and splutterd. A few of the women weeped as they huged their men good bye not sure if they would ever see them again. The final cart rolled up to the gates carrying a group of orphans, the children sat in silence, fear etched across their small faces as they thought of the evil blue robed mage who waited outside wanting to destroy the only place that had felt like home to them. A few of the older gaurds would go with the rag tag group of refuges to gaurd them and keep them safe in the wilderness. The heavy gates creaked open, weeping could be heard as the sad procession made its way out.
Rayek 05-20-04, 06:09 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongrayek.gif Oh well, at least she had the element of surprise now! . . . . . .Or did she? Rayek's eyes never broke contact with Kharia's as the elven maid made herself invisible. And while the bard raced with both her sword hilts towards the back of Rayek's head, the cloaked fighter swiftly sent his own fist deep into Kharia’s undefended abdomen. The crushing sound of his knuckles making impact with the bard’s stomach was most satisfying! Too bad the satisfaction was short lived as Rayek soon found himself cascading down towards the hard dungeon floor from Kharia’s own attack! Bracing himself for the inevitable, Rayek instinctively performed a defensive roll along the cobblestone floor and sprung back up with his sword ready. However, before the amethyst-eyed elf could even take a step forward, he droped to one knee and cried out in immense pain! Oozing out of Rayek’s back, in large red drops, was the elven warrior’s own blood. The wound that Kheldar had dealt him earlier must have torn itself open during the elf’s defensive roll. Looking like a wounded animal ready to fight to its last breath, Rayek slowly steadied himself on both feet and took up his sword. He then turned his sword 90 degrees so that all strikes would be made using the flat of the blade. Apparently Rayek didn’t intend to kill his target. “Kharia! You mistake me for a fool if you believe that my reasons for wanting that worm dead have any connection to the war Master Agudo wages against the zealots of Hillsfar.” Rayek tightened his grip along the hilt of his weapon, perhaps for no other reason then to simply subside the terrible pain he felt in his back. “I see this snake’s forked tongue has dulled your senses, so let me spell it out for you. Do you know what it was that made Kheldar finally decide to assassinate Agudo despite his knowledge that the old mage was previously a good friend of his?” Rayek paused for a moment, tilting his head curiously towards Kharia. But before the bard had a chance to answer, Rayek’s attention was diverted by Kheldar’s delightful laughter. The elven fighter’s eyes widened with horror. “Oh gods!!! What have you done!?!?” Artwork copyright © 2004, Christopher C. Quigley
Drindin 05-20-04, 09:42 AM	Shades watches the cart leave, in total silence. "Where do you send these men, women, and children? To a desert to bake? Or are you more noble than that, or perhaps less noble? What I do know, is that I hear a distant calling from the woods, telling me to lead these people their... I believe it is my god, Obadi-hai, trying hard to get a message across to this alternate material plane, alternate from my own, at least..."
Khaira 05-20-04, 09:47 AM	Khaira sucked in her breath sharply as Rayek slammed his own fist into her abdomen. She almost couldn't breath, but a life spent of fighting and living in the wild had hardened her - she had suffered worse injuries than this. The resounding sound of her own hilts connecting with the back of Rayek's head made her feel a little better then. Her eyes only widened as Rayek fell ... and rolled! He wasn't knocked out?! Damn... “I see this snake’s forked tongue has dulled your senses, so let me spell it out for you. Do you know what it was that made Kheldar finally decide to assassinate Agudo despite his knowledge that the old mage was previously a good friend of his?” Rayek paused for a moment, tilting his head curiously towards Kharia. But before the bard had a chance to answer, Rayek’s attention was diverted by Kheldar’s delightful laughter. The elven fighter’s eyes widened with horror. “Oh gods!!! What have you done!?!?" "Your mistaken, Rayek. You see, this is my choice and my choice alone. There is no mind-altering effects on my body that are "making" me help him. This is purely personal, Rayek, and whatever punishments that I may receive, I shall accept. What have I done Rayek? Quite simply, I have done...the right thing. Sorry, Rayek; you've been a good friend, but Kheldar, too, is my friend. This isn't something that I'll back down on." With that, Khaira crosses her blades in an "X", in an attempt to block any attack sfrom Rayek on what she was about to do. Then, she rushed the elf, hoping to take him down!
sculyblast 05-20-04, 05:56 PM	"Lady, do as you will and don't be afraid to summon me when my council is needed." then he left and once he was out of sight he smiled.
kulideb 05-21-04, 03:19 AM	"Thank you." the elf said to Helator, bowing her head to him. The sound of the carts rumbling by drew the elf next to the window. Shades words hurt her deeply, she looked at him. "I do not send them away with a glad heart! What would you have me do? Keep them here to be slaughtered when Agudos army invades? And no I havent sent them to the wastes as Agudo wanted." Her words came out more harsh than she had intended, but she was angry with her self not Drindins brother. ~Branth, tell Agudo the first group has left.~ she wondered how the boy was holding up with having to deal with the Archmage. She glanced at Drindin. ~Are you sure you are alright? Do you want me to tell Shades that your Spirit is here?~
sculyblast 05-21-04, 04:07 AM	Senis he had left Hillsfar without anyone noticing. to most eyes he was invisable. there it was, the camp of light. senis saw the tents and all, the light avoiding he sneakily checked every tent, most were unimportant. but as he entered the tent were arms were gathered for war he went inside, there was no guard or anything. quickly he put the most royal forged arms in his cloack. the rest of the swords he quickly sabotaged, he even managed to break a few. one soldier came to check upon the tent, pittyfully senis was the last the man saw, senis had overrun him easily. after a while he had left the arms behind and started to put some tents to fire, inclueding the tent of the archmage, the wartent, the arms tent, swords would not burn but arrows would. and some more sleeping tents. as soon as he had done this he fled into the shadows and was no longer seen. he returned to hillsfar.
Amberly 05-21-04, 10:05 AM	Amberly looks at the red-haired elf behind the desk, and her eyes turn to the pixies, tinker gnomes, and all the other races around, playing the beautiful music. She thought it was very peaceful and wonderful here...she once again looked to the red-haired elf, curtsying to her. In a small, timid voice, she says,"Hello, my name's Amberly...what place is this? Where am I?"
Elvina 05-21-04, 08:23 PM	Elvina smilies brightly. "Why you are at Agudo's school of light and Magic my dear on the Sword Coast. And you are more then welcome here. Is there anything you need Amberly?"
Kheldar Devaentar 05-21-04, 11:05 PM	((Sculyblast, I know it's rude to request, but could you please shorten you're signature. . . That signature could be a whole post by itself. :))) http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif Kheldar's mad, triumphant laughter came to a stop. "Well, that takes care of that, Dimension Door! Kheldar popped outside his cage, appearing just behind the kneeling Rayek. Without a moment's hesitation he firmly slammed his left hand against Rayek's wound. . . "Deeper Darkness!" . . . and used the momentum from the slam to leap-frog over Rayek's head. After that bit of acrobatics, a wave of pitch black radiates from the wounded Elven archer, completely engulfing everything within 60 feet of him. Inside the radiant darkness, both Leetah and Khaira can feel a gentle, but firm tug leading away from Rayek and Tyrion. Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
Leetah 05-22-04, 02:59 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongleetah.gif Leetah lets out a startled cry as an unseen set of fingers wrap themselves around her delicate wrist and drag her away. She knew it was Mr Kheldar doing the dragging, but she wasn't so sure she wanted to follow him! What had Rayek started to say before Kheldar escaped from his cell? It had something to do with why Kheldar had assassinated Agudo. Leetah wanted to know the answer! "Let GO of me!" The cleric cried as fresh tears continued to trail down to her chin. "I DON'T want to follow you Mr Kheldar! Please unhand me!!!" Leetah's voice shook. Artwork copyright © 2004, Christopher C. Quigley
Kheldar Devaentar 05-22-04, 04:27 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif Kheldar stopped himself from growling, Leetah's punctiliousness had almost gotten them both killed once before! . . Something had to be done about that girl's scruples! . . Kheldar wondered how in the world the two of them had gotten along before. Well, maybe a tug for each of them wasn't enough, maybe it was time to use Kulideb's favorite trick. Kheldar grabbed ahold of both Leetah and Khaira. Khaira, he doubted he would have any trouble with. . . No doubt she wanted out of here as much as he did! Leetah, he would probably have to wrestle with her stubborn will - he wasn't sure if that was a fight he could win. . . Either way, he desperately wanted to get the cleric away from this place as quickly as possible. A wild sword swing in the dark, after all, could very well clip her head off! "Dimension Door!" * * * Outside the air was cool. The sun had long since gone behind the hills and the horizon was dark blue now. Kheldar was quite surprised actually. Had he really been down in the dungeon that long? "Well, where to? So long as the town isn't surrounded or under siege or anything, I could probably take it from here and escape completely unseen." Kheldar looked behind him to see who had actually come along with him. Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
Khaira 05-22-04, 11:47 AM	Khaira looked around her as she found herself outside. She turned to Kheldar. "Where to, indeed...no doubt, when Agudo finds out I've helped a "dangerous fugitive", he'll have some sort of bounty on my head...but, I've done my part Kheldar..." She trailed off, then, considering her possiblities. She could run, with Kheldar and Leetah, just as she had done before...or she could stop running, and face the punishment that would surely come from Agudo... "Go where you will, Kheldar - you are free once again, now. But I cannot go with you, I am just too tired of running. Whatever punishment awaits me, I shall accept. And besides that...Kulideb has need of me. She'll need to know what is going on. Believe it or not, she wanted you out as well." She looked around at the city, noting that she was rather disoriented; she'd need to find her way back to Kulideb sometime soon...
Amberly 05-23-04, 02:30 AM	Amberly looked around her, at all of the serene surroundings. Agudo's School of Light and Magic? Sword Coast? These words were foreign to her, they might as well be a name in some foreign language! What did she need, the lady had asked. Well, she needed a lot of things, but she doubted that the lady could help her with most of what she needed; or, perhaps, wanted. "Pardon my ignorance, miss, but who is Agudo? And what is the Sword Coast? I'm afraid I have never heard of such a place... This place looks like it holds many smart people within its walls...I need some counsel. I have some ... abilities, but they tend to act up at the strangest of moments, often getting me in trouble..." (Suppose I'm betraying a little of FoD here...if anything here is damaging to Elvina's FoD, let me know and I'll edit it)It's hard to believe that a sweet, innocent-looking girl could be anything but trouble, but even as Elvina looks upon the small, almost gaunt-looking girl, she sees not a small, elven child, but a wild, unpredictable ... well, animal, almost. Even within her eyes, there is power...but it is an odd power. There is the strange feeling that, even as she is looking at you with the almost pleading gaze, she is at the same time, probing your mind, searching, reading, analyzing... A rather strange aura seems to surround the little girl, an aura of power of some amazing proportions that it could, indeed, have the power to consume the one bearing it. "I don't know if there's anyone who can help me with what I need help with, since I don't know what it is,exactly, either, I do need to talk to somebody..." Memories flood into Amberly's mind; she had been in that same room as mommy and daddy were fighting. Daddy was getting kind of mean, he had even told her to shut up and go away. Out of nowhere, a flower pot flew up and crashed into Daddy's head! She had been mad, she had been staring at that flower pot while they argued...and in the end, she had been accused of being possessed by a demon. That was when it really started...she had been on the run ever since that fateful time. She chose not to remember the next string of events that caused her to go out on her own, then...she was afraid that she'd lose control, and it'd be awfully embarassing to cry in a place like this. After all, she wasn't a baby anymore; she was 8, for Heaven's Sake!
Drindin 05-23-04, 12:53 PM	((Ah! Looks like a case for the Alethian Dwarves...)) ((Hmm... I'll give this one a name...)) Hardgrind Crystal-Digger Just then, a strange looking dwarf wandered into the room. His hair was jet black, but his skin was gray with an almost purplish hue. His face bares an elaborate moustache, with an only moderate beard. He wears a roayl purple tunic and pants. Around his neck is a necklace with a large crystal on the end. He also wears a pare of tinted glasses, for reasons that few bother to puzzle about, considering it isn't that bright in the room... "Good eve, lady Elvina." He says with a polite nodd. "I see we've got another guest at the school?" His eyes flicker for a minute, and he looks about the room. ((Just so amberly knows, he's manifested the 'detect psionics' power.))
Amberly 05-23-04, 10:01 PM	She turns to the strange-looking dwarf, wondering idly why he was wearing glasses indoors. She was rather curious to ask, but she decided not to. Experience had taught her not to ask probing questions; it could bring trouble. As she looked at Elvina, she suddenly realized that she had been probing the lady's mind, even though it was completely unintentional. Stop that now! This kind of thing just gets you into trouble! She looks at the dwarf again, curtsying to him. She hoped that he didn't know; really, she didn't *try* to do this - it all just came so very naturally...
Good Knight 05-24-04, 11:25 PM	"Keep them moving don’t let the elderly fall behind. Make sure you check the carts!” Keldorn had been inspecting the refugees for an hour and was very disappointed. No one younger than forty, except for young children and sickly people. “Page go tell Agudo it is as we feared, the majority of the citizens of Hillsfar are staying behind. We need to act quickly for their trickery cannot go un challenged."
Kheldar Devaentar 05-25-04, 05:11 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif "Whatever punishment awaits me, I shall accept." Those had been Kharia's words, and she had spoken them with such determination in her voice too. . . "What a load of bull. . ." Kheldar curiously looked at Kharia to see what her reaction would be to that. "Khaira, I thought you had a little more rogue in you than that! Your just gonna walk to your master like a pouty dog and accept the rolled up parchment he smacks against your a-ahem*" Kheldar collected himself. "What I'm trying to say is why? Why accept punishment when you can evade it? Where's your roguey sense of improved evasion? I might have looked like a pathetic whelp accepting my fate in that bloody cell you just got me out of, but don't think for an instant that act was genuine." Kheldar hmphed "That was just to convince my captors I wouldn't try any more funny business. . . Which of course I had every intention of doing." Kheldar looked at his ring of wishes, well, ring of wish now. . . Would any of his plans he thought up really have worked? What would have happened had Kharia and Kulideb not helped. . . Kulideb!?!? "You're going to Kulideb, huh? Well I'm going with you! I'm sticking to you like glue to make sure you don't get any ideas of doing the right thing and turning yourself in!! Besides, I suppose I owe Kulideb some sort of 'thank you' for not rushing ahead with my execution. . . So, where is the Lady of Hillsfar?" Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
Khaira 05-25-04, 09:49 AM	She looked at Kheldar. A load of bull? No, no load of bull. Long ago, she had forsaken the path of the rogue. "No, Kheldar. I have taken the path of the rogue before. It has given me nothing but pain and strife. No, I shall not run anymore. All of my life, I have spent running. That life ended a long time ago, Kheldar." How could she explain to Kheldar why? It would take far too much time to explain, and time was not a commodity that she had much of right now. "Let's just say, my dear friend, Kheldar, that it is a very long story. Perhaps, some day, we will have time enough for me to give you the story...it's a matter of choices, you see. I would assume Kulideb is in the main plaza, trying to convince everyone to evacuate the city before the Army of Light invades. Shall we?" She motioned in the general direction of the plaza - or at least, where she thought the main plaza was. She wasn't sure where anything was anymore - the city was quite extensive, and Kheldar's teleportation here had rather disoriented her. No matter, they wouuld find it, eventually.
Agudo Archmage 05-25-04, 02:46 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley “Thank you, and tell General Keldorn, that this act of defiance by Hillsfar, will not go unpunished.” Returning to his make shift lab in his tent. The Archmage of Light continued with his long hours of work, over the body of the Hakeshar. ..Oo.. Messianica had powerful friends…. But where did she get an army of these magic-eating creatures? And why are these things made of… Flesh?…Oo.. Agudo shook his head at the perplexity of this riddle. ..Oo.. Every wizard hates these things like Mortals hating Vampires. They suck the magical energy away. Feeding on, and destroying all that is magical. Yet what Realm do they come from? How did these monsters get here of all places” Taking his knife he cut deeply into the Hakeshar. Cutting away several organs, then taking the fluids of the body. Agudo added it to ten tubs of swirling magic. Mumbling a powerful incantation, he watched what happen next. Magic was like a combination lock, the energies worked together in many different ways and diminutions. Knowing the right combo, for the right spell would allow Agudo’s magic to work in Hillsfar. But in this case he needed more than over coming a Anti-magical field. He had to understand how the creatures stopped magic.. The first nine tubes died out, its magic flickering then faded away. But the tenth held on, its light was dulled, barely pulsating with the fluid of the creature body. “Ahh! What do we have here?” The blond haired mage brought over a magnifying device. He took the bottle of the surviving magic, and added a small drop under the mirror of the device. He waved his hand over the magnifier, and it showed him the cellular level of the creature’s body. The cells hovered around the magic, but could not penetrate the magic. “The Light has smiled on me, for this could of have taken months of pain staking research. Yet within a few hours, I have found the way around the magical barer. With that he marched outside and called for revelry. “To arms! Righteous Army of Light!” He then sent a messenger to the Merchant Army to get ready for the siege
Drindin 05-26-04, 12:29 AM	Hardgrind The dwarf furrows his brow. "Young lady... Amberly, you are called, correct? I think you should come with me..." He looks around... carefuly, silently. She must learn to focus... this could destroy her... He thinks to himself. "I think there is something I can teach you." He walks over to the young girl, and offers his hand as any adult would. "Come. There is no time to spare." Shades Trunin "Shall I lead them, lady Kulideb, while you stay and rally your remaining armies to fight?" He calmly asks. Drindin "No... do not tell him. It could be more dangerous than keeping your people here to fight... shades is a trained killer. He's seen much death, and even more pain."
Leetah 05-26-04, 02:35 AM	. . .Questions. . . It had all started with a set of questions. . . Originally the girl had done as she was asked, and had only interrogated the man about issues that concerned Agudo. However, the interrogation had soon proved to be a failure. The man had taken the girl's sombre tones and fashioned it into a dagger which he quickly used to stab at the girl's heart. Broken and in tears, the girl had abandoned Agudo's orders and began to ask questions of her own. Questions which she had hoped would let her better understand a man that she felt she loved. . . . . .or maybe hated. . . . . .Either way. . .her questions remained unanswered. . . http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongleetah.gif Leetah looked down at her feet while Kheldar and Kharia casually conversed, her long blond hair acting like a curtain that shielded her face. She could still feel the assassin’s unyielding grasp wrapped securely around her captive wrist. But that wasn’t the only thing the healer could feel. There was something else in addition to Kheldar's unforgiving strength. . .something damp. . .Blood. Turning her head slightly, Leetah saw that the hand Kheldar was holding her with was terribly injured. If she applied enough pressure to source of the bleeding, then maybe she'd be able to escape his grip! . . . But then were would she go? Where would she run? “Cure Light Wounds.” Suddenly the area surrounding Leetah’s wrist began to sparkle with a heavenly light. Within a few short seconds, Kheldar’s hand was completely restored back to perfect condition. Leetah lowered her head again. Artwork copyright © 2004, Christopher C. Quigley
Kheldar Devaentar 05-26-04, 03:45 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif "Pain and strife, you're tellin' me. . . Still, don't let yourself get beaten up! There's nothing I hate to see more than a poor woman feeling helpless, or that she has to do what others expect her to do because she has no bloody will of her own." "Cure Light Wounds.” The hand Kheldar had firmly grabbed Leetah with turned numb for a second, then tingled as it went from numb to perfectly restored. Kheldar's hand leaped away from Leetah's wrist as soon as he could feel it! I'm. . . a. . . jerk. . . Suddenly Kheldar's face felt hot. Thankfully, it didn't last long. Maybe being out in the cool night air without his cloak had helped, although he wished he had his cloak, or at least glasses to hide his face under. What did Leetah think of him? He looked at her, but all he saw was a wall of hair barricading her eyes. He would have thanked her if not for what happened next. . . Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
Rayek 05-26-04, 03:49 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongrayek.gif "So. . .She's been doing all of this for personal reasons huh?" Rayek let out an agonized grunt as he pulled himself back to his feet. There was more of the elf's blood staining the cold cobblestone floor than he had cared to see. "Then we're not so different Kharia. . .You and I." Stumbling towards the nearest wall for support, Rayek took out a small glass vial from his cloak and quickly downed its contents. He then discarded the empty bottle into Kheldar's vacant cell and stared at the two notes he had left lying on top of the card table. Rayek's eyes narrowed as he took out his great bow and snatched the two sheets of parchment. "Come on Tyrion! We need to get to higher grounds!" * * * Gazing through one of the windows on a higher level of Hillsfar Keep, Rayek spotted the Army of Light just beginning to mobilize beyond the western outskirts of town. Hastily tying his two messages to a single arrow, the cloaked archer fired the quarrel high into the night sky and watched it soar towards its intended destination. Soon his messages would reach the old eyes of the Archmage he had written them for. The elf smiled, and then had his attention lowered to the ground below the window as he heard three familiar voices. Rayek's eyes lit up with delight! "It's them!" Artwork copyright © 2004, Christopher C. Quigley
Tyrion Grayleaf 05-26-04, 04:13 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongtyrion.gif Kharia, Leetah, and the assassin were just lying beneath him outside. "We must hurry Rayek! We can't let them escape!" Tyrion dashed away from the window and made his way to the stables. * * * CRASH! Not far from where Khaira Leetah and Kheldar are standing, the keep's stable doors loudly bang open, and out rushes Tyrion mounted atop a very muscular, and very well armored, shining white heavy warhorse. The tall beast grunts as it sees it's master's prey. Tyrion wastes no time pulling out his crescent moon-shaped longbow and aiming it directly at the group. "Surrender now, enemies of the light!" Artwork copyright © 2004, Gordon R. Quigley
kulideb 05-26-04, 09:42 AM	"Thank you Shades, the refuges need someone strong to guide them." The elf said, one problem solved, but still so many more to go. "The last of the women and children have just left, I'll walk with you." She said. As she walked she looked at Drindin, ~I'll let him look after the weak, should I tell him about Krissy?~ They had soon left the cool of the fort, Kulideb looked around. Some of the life fource seemed to have left the town when the women and children went, a grim hush seemed to suround the town... CRASH! The elf looked round, the noise had come from not too far away. She glanced at Shades and Drindin then set off at a run. She didnt have to go too far, before her was a magnificent white warhorse but it was the figure of Tyrion that drew her attention. His bow was aimed at a group of people as she moved closer she could see Khaira, Leetah and ..Kheldar. She had been to busy with the refuges to use her bond with Kheldar to see what he had been up too. "Tyrion! hold!" she called out. "Whats going on here?"
Agudo Archmage 05-26-04, 12:33 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Standing on a podium wearing his classic pointy hat of matching color of his blue and white robe. The Archmage of Light was given an inspirational speech when suddenly…. “Ladies and Gentleman of this blessed Army of Light and the Merchant League Army. I have been given insight into the magical barrier over Hillsfar that blocks are magic users from casting spells We shall march this very day into victory! Nothing can …sto.” Agudo looks up to see. .SWOSH ….DOING. An Arrow had pierced his favorite hat and flinging it into a near by tree. His long blond hair hanging wildly around his head. The mage lifts his hand to feel the draft above him. People in the audience gasp and mummer. A guard grabs hold of the arrow pulling it out. Shaking the hat with a hole init now she marches over to Agudo. “Lord a message has arrived!” With some annoyance the Archmage of Light grabs both his hat and the arrow. Off to the side a crusty Dwarf from the Merchant League Army bellows out. “I thought he wore that pointy hat, because his head was pointy… But now I know, its because he has a hole in his head, and the hat!” Agudo grimaced and reminded himself that in the time of war. One cannot be to choosy about allies. He began to read the note. *** Good Sir Agudo, The minds of both Kulideb and Kharia have been poisoned against you! Do not trust them! They are both currently devising plans to free Kheldar from captivity. I implore you to take action against them! I'll do whatever I can here to stop them. I have suspicions about Leetah. Sending her in to see Kheldar was not wise. Although I'm not entirely positive, I believe she will do whatever she can to aid Kulideb and Kharia in freeing the assassin. Be very weary around her! I don't believe she can be trusted anymore than the other two can. Your Loyal Servant, Rayek *** Agudo frowned and then crumpled the note in his hand. He turned to Branth who was standing near by. “Let Kulideb know that time is up! The twenty-four hours has passed. Prepare for the siege of HillsFar. I don’t blame you, I know that the Curse Messianica put on you, has caused, this out come and that you Kulideb just want to protect the citizens…. “ He paused for a moment. “I know… for I am the one who put that “Curse” on Messianica.” Agudo did not elaborate on this revelation. Branth nodded his head and sent the message with surprise in his eyes..
Rayek 05-26-04, 08:38 PM	"Tyrion! hold!" she called out. "Whats going on here?" "We're rounding up traitors and recapturing prisoners." http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongrayek.gif Kulideb can hear the distinguished sound of an arrow being knocked behind her. "Don't move Lady Kulideb. Try anything funny and I'll send this arrow straight through that pretty face of yours. Try shadow jumping to escape, and I will most definitely kill one of your beloved allies. It's your move" The sound of immense tension rang throughout Rayek's bow. It was almost a wonder that his weapon didn't snap! "Please. Give yourself in. Agudo already knows that you conspired against his wishes. If you come quietly with us, I promise to do everything in my power to secure you, Kharia, and Leetah a safe future. Refuse this offer, and all three of you shall perish along with the assassin. Make your decision." The tension in Rayek's bow strengthened. Artwork copyright © 2004, Christopher C. Quigley
Drindin 05-27-04, 12:27 AM	Shades Shades seems to keep up quite fine with kulideb. Drindin doesn't even seem to move, yet remains at Kuli's side the whole time. Shades looks Rayek straight in the eye, upon turning around. "An assasin? Hmm, a vengeful hunter no better than the folks he hunts. How ironic. Life can be ironic like that, can't it?" Shades rubs a certain knot on his staff... "Now, I ask you... aside from consipiring against the arch mage... what crimes have these three commited? She's saving a nation of people, most of which want nothing more than rest and peace..." ((OOC: Within in the next ten minutes, game time, a group of Shades' ranger regiment will be positioning themselves around the crew whilst wearing cloaks of improved invisibility.))
kulideb 05-27-04, 04:38 AM	The elf looked at Rayek. "How do you know that I wouldnt welcome such a way out? To no longer hold the burden of so many lives. To have to betray friendships...to no longer be cursed." The elf drew a sharp intake of breath, her gaze locked far away as she heard Branths message. "Agudo is about to move his army, he says our time is up and it is he who I have to thank for this curse..as he put the curse on Messianica."
Kheldar Devaentar 05-27-04, 05:20 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif Kheldar nearly cries out loud. "What?!? You too Kulideb!? Sheesh women. . . or maybe it's Elves. . ." Maybe it was both. ". . . How do you creatures live for so damn long? Does everyone in your race hold their lives with such low regard? Hey Rayek, kill yourself!" Damn, it didn't appear to work. "Don't forget Kulideb, I'm cursed too!" Ok, so what if he didn't hear the constant pleas of the people of Hillsfar and all that other nonsense. . . being cursed was being cursed, right? "Oh yeah!" Kheldar quieted his voice a touch. "Thanks for being on my side, I had you figured out all wrong." It hadn't sounded nearly as appreciative as he had wanted it too, but at least it got the message across. . . Now Kheldar spoke in a quiet whisper. "Well Khaira, it looks like your master's ambidextrous - he's got two rolls of parchment aimed at you. . . Slip me a throwing knife. I'll cut the black one's bow string, you cut the white one's. . . That'll even out the playing field and force them into hand to hand combat. . . ok? . . don't roll over and die on me here. . ." Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
kulideb 05-27-04, 06:01 AM	The elf looked at Kheldar. "I'm sorry," she mouthed over to him, of course if she were to die what would such a break in their bond do to him! ~I couldnt stand by and watch Agudo kill you, after all you did share your rations! but these two are just doing as they are ordered they are not evil, so please what ever you have planned try not to kill them!~she sent to Kheldar through their bond.
Khaira 05-27-04, 12:08 PM	She glared at Rayek, and looked to Tyrion, then went back to glaring at Rayek. What are you waiting for?! Kill them! Kill them both! The bardess seems to be listening to ... something. But, what?SHe seems to nod, come to a decision, and then she points at Rayek and Tyrion. "Fools! The both of you! Nay, surrender I shall not! You would have me believe that you would have us throw down our weapons and walk away all prisoner-like, yet you'll save us from Agudo's wrath? Pffft!" With a very inconspicuous and very quick hand, she slips Kheldar a long, thin dagger while, at the same time, drawing both of her blades. "Tyrion, Rayek, are the both of you blind? All you see is black and white, good and evil, light and darkness. But there is more to that. Much more to that...I am sorry, but no, I will not surrender. My body shall fall dead first!"
Rayek 05-27-04, 10:06 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongrayek.gif "Then so it shall!" Missing Kulideb's head by only about an inch or so, Rayek sends his arrow soaring over the shadow dancer's shoulder and straight towards Kharia's neck! The archer then tactically withdraws from Kulideb and Shades and rolls to a position where all his potential targets could be seen. The elf knocked another arrow. "Enough of your black and white analogies treacherous witch! You're so hell-bent on protecting that man that you've completely forgotten what he is! I'm disappointed in you." Rayek braced himself in anticipation for whatever attacks would be returned his way. He knew both Kharia and Kheldar would lash out against him like two wild vipers, but he wasn’t quite sure what Kulideb and Leetah would do next. Kulideb appeared to be cooperating more or less so far, and Leetah looked much too lost to cause him any real grief. That only left Shades. . . "Conspiring against Agudo is treason old man, and I'm sure you're perfectly aware of the punishment that that entails! Still, these three woman have the benefit of being Agudo's friends, which means that a death sentence would be highly unlikely." Rayek turned his gaze towards Kharia. "Well, except for maybe her. I very much doubt she'll still be breathing by the time Agudo sees her next. Forgive me Lady Kharia, but you really have brought this upon yourself!" Artwork copyright © 2004, Christopher C. Quigley
Khaira 05-27-04, 10:32 PM	With instinctive reflexes, Khaira ducked and rolled, but not before Rayek's swift arrow grazed the side of her head. That had been close! She glared at Rayek a moment before speaking. "Witch? I am no witch, Rayek, I am bardess extraordinnaire! Then again, i would not expect you to have enough intelligence to see the difference. I mean, your eyes aren't even open. How could you? Truly, Rayek, you are a fool. I value my head, you see, and this it is not my goal to cause it to become a pincushion. Tonight will be your end, Rayek!" She reaches into one of her pouches, pulling out a bronze statue, and setting on the floor. "Shuminar! Come forth and defend against these rag-tag foes!" (Not sure if magic is operation in here still??? If it is not, ignore the above post) With that the bronze statuette grows to the size of a real griffon, who then flies at Ryake, its tail snapping at its mouth roaring! "Today, Rayek, you shall die! As for you Tyrion...do you still side with this fool?" She leveled her swords into a defensive position watching both Tyrion and Rayek. If she died her, then so be it. She had enough of this pitiful thing that they called "life".
Amberly 05-27-04, 11:09 PM	She looks up to the dwarf (or maybe down? hee hee), a look of confusion scrawled over her face. "What are you talking about? Why should I go with you? You can teach me? But ... I don't need any teaching...I just need to learn how to channel my magic. Someone told me so. But...if you really think you can help me..." She takes the dwarf's hand, looking a little bit suspicious....
Tyrion Grayleaf 05-27-04, 11:13 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongtyrion.gif "I fight for what is right Lady Khaira. Sadly, as a member of the Army of Light my loyalty lies with Agudo. You have betrayed his trust and have therefore become my enemy. . . Rayek!" Tyrion almost barked the archer's name, he was angry at his friend but he understood where the elf's hostility came from. "Stick to the flat of your-*" No, that was useless, Tyrion knew Rayek wouldn't listen to that now. "Just, make sure we can revive her. Lord Gene told us Kheldar could wield magic before he left. She may be under a spell." Tyrion didn't want to fight his friends, least of all Khaira and Kulideb. But by his honor he could not betray Agudo. Suddenly a vicious griffon came thundering towards Rayek! Tyrion aimed his longbow towards it, he would start by killing Khaira's summoned monster! ((Umm, well, if it's there :rolleyes:)) Artwork copyright © 2004, Gordon R. Quigley
Kheldar Devaentar 05-28-04, 12:02 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/musicnoteblue.gif http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/musicnoteblue.gif http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/musicnoteblue.gif http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/musicnoteblue.gif http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif "Ya see? I knew you could be defiant!" Kheldar gratefully took Khaira's thin dagger, but it didn't stay in his palm for long. With a quick flick of his wrist he sent it spinning towards Tyrion's bow! TWANG! Tyrion's bowstring snapped apart and Kheldar focused his attention on Rayek's bowstring. What?! It was still in one piece! What was worse was Khaira was arming herself with melee weapons. "Khaira! Don't dash up to him while he's got a bow! You're gonna get yourself ki-*" Kheldar couldn't even hear the last of what he said due to a tremendous roar. Kheldar blinked, before him was a large magical beast! Maybe Khaira knew what she was doing after all. Khaira might, but he surely didn't. With his last weapon uselessly stuck in a wooden door he was feeling somewhat defenseless. "Ring, I wish I had my gear back!" ((And I'll leave it up to our DM to see if that works! :))) Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
Drindin 05-28-04, 12:44 AM	Shades He gives a long, hard look at Rayek. "I'm aware of the punishment for treason. But if what I hear is correct, this assasin has a poisoned tounge, good man. A tounge coated in silver, one that can twist the minds of others." As soon as he says this, Kharia summons a massive golden griffon. "NOW, MEN!" He hollers. Suddenly, three rangers take off their hoods, removing the effects of the cloaks magic. One of them tosses Shades twin scimitars, which he easily catches and uses to make an attempted cut at Rayeks bow string. Hardgrind "Yes, yes... I can teach you. Have no doubt about that. I'm far more than I appear..."
Rayek 05-28-04, 01:40 AM	. . .
kulideb 05-28-04, 03:34 AM	Kulideb looked at the madness going on round her, she had so hoped this would end peacefully. "We are with the army of li..." too late an arrow just missed her. she looked at Rayek, with a sence of disbelief. Khaira was quick to move. The elf stayed put waiting for Khaira to attack with her sword,...but the lady pulled out a statue! as she listerend to Khaira speak, the statue grew into a griffon. Kulideb looked round first for Shades, but some how he had slipped away, then for Drindin. ~I'm not a fighter! and I dont wish these two dead..but neither do I want to see my friends killed~ she sighed and unsheathed her sword. ((I guess as Kuli has most of Kheldars things then I can OK you having them back..))
Drindin 05-28-04, 10:06 AM	Drindin In the confusion, Drindin attempts to grab for Kulideb's hands. "Give me your body... I cannot cast spells in this form..."
Amberly 05-28-04, 01:16 PM	"Okay, mister, if you really think you can help me ... I would be very much obliged."
Agudo Archmage 05-28-04, 02:13 PM	((Before))The magical creature struggles to come out of its statues form. Then suddenly their it stood. Yet Khaira creature was burning up its magical power quickly. For the Filed over Hillsfar was still sapping all that was magical. ((NOW)) Making the Ring wish seems to cause nothing for Kheldar. But as if Lucky Leprechaun himself :P was on Kheldar side. By whispering into Kulideb ear. She throws Kheldar things to him.
Khaira 05-28-04, 05:26 PM	At the same time while the griffon is flying at Rayek, it feels the inexplicable urge to return back to the Astral Realm to rest. Nonetheless, it must follow its master's orders, and its master's orders had been to defend her. And that meant annihalating those who stood to threaten her. At the moment, the griffon perceived the biggest threat as Rayek, and thus it attempted to first bite at Rayek, and then rake him with its claws. Khaira, meanwhile, laughed as she heard Tyrion's claim. "Just, make sure we can revive her. Lord Gene told us Kheldar could wield magic before he left. She may be under a spell." "Under a spell, eh? No, my good friend Tyrion, the only spell that I am under is my own free will. Perhaps, someday, you will begin to understand, my dear friend." At the same time, she noticed that Rayek would be preoccupied with her summons. This was the perfect time to attack! Thus, with that she charged forth with her swords. "Rayek, throw down your bow! You may be my enemy, yet still I shall fight you with honorable standards. Draw your sword or swords, Rayek, I shall fight you hand to hand!" Though Rayek had attempted to make her head a pincushion, she could not kill him. Nor could she kill Tyrion - they were both her friends and, somehow, someway, she hoped that she could salvage that friendship.As she charges towards Rayek, she shouts to Kheldar over her shoulder,"Kheldar, get OUT of here! Do not let this fight be in vain!" And with that she was upon Rayek and the griffon...would this be her last fight? She truly hoped not...there was still so much to do...
Kheldar Devaentar 05-29-04, 01:03 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif Kheldar half-hazardly caught his things from Kulideb. Something didn't feel right to him, a familiar feeling that only came to him when a little, tricky man was near. He shook it out of his head. He hadn't seen that rascal in a while, and at the present time he needed to focus at what was in front of him. "Like hell I'm gonna get out of here! I said I was gonna stick to you like glue and that's exactly what I'm gonna do! ~ Umm, just as soon as I get my gear back on!" Kheldar slipped a crystalline ring on one of his fingers. "Ring hide me." Kheldar didn't feel anything happen. "Damn." Well, the least he could do was quickly throw his cloak around his shoulders so he could get the image right. He kept it together with his golden brooch and quickly put on his gloves. . . There, now he looked like himself! "Give me your body... I cannot cast spells in this form..." Kheldar remembered that disembodied voice. . . He also remembered that voice's advice to Kulideb: Slay him... Kheldar, and do it now. . . The longer he remains here, the more of his lies and poison will seep into your allies. . . Death can only be repaid by death. Kheldar quickly transmitted a message to Kulideb. No! Take control of the situation Kulideb, don't let him posses your body! You're strong enough to handle this! Oops! If Kheldar had wanted to keep his scrying on Kulideb a secret he had just blown it! Regardless, he could afford that loss if it kept whoever it was out of Kulideb's body! The less enemies Kheldar had on the field, the better. In fact, now was a good time to start getting rid of his enemies. . . starting with Rayek! Khaira would get upset, yes. She had wanted an honorable battle with Rayek or some such nonsense. Rayek, however, didn't strike Kheldar as the honorable sort, so team Khaira/Kheldar might as well make the first dirty attack - 2 vs 1! With a quick flick of his wrist Kheldar's repeater crossbow was out and 5 bolts were hurling towards Rayek's flank. Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
Tyrion Grayleaf 05-29-04, 01:29 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongtyrion.gif "Under a spell, eh? No, my good friend Tyrion, the only spell that I am under is my own free will. Perhaps, someday, you will begin to understand, my dear friend."Tyrion's face stayed calm but his eyes looked hurt. Khaira had betrayed them of her own will. What a regretful battle to take part in. But if he had killed his own Queen for siding with the enemy, then he was determined he could take down his friends too! After sticking his damaged bow back where it belonged on his saddle, Tyrion unsheathed his sword and pointed it towards Kulideb. "My lady, you are not among the Army of Light when you conspire with it's enemies! Please surrender now or prepare to fight!" And with that, Tyron's mount began to trot towards Kulideb. Tyrion, however, was fully prepared to start a charge depending on Kulideb's answer. Artwork copyright © 2004, Gordon R. Quigley
Good Knight 05-29-04, 02:39 AM	The Battling Rams moved forward, towards the gates of the city. Dogs, goats and pigs, were chased towards the walls. So that hopefully any traps would be sprung on them. Just behind them slowly moving, Siege towers creaked along, heavily matted with wet rawhide. To prevent fire by arrows, in destroying the wooden wield structures. Catapult fired heavy rocks at the city towers, and arrow men and women, lined up behind portable large shields. Shooting deadly poisoned projectiles at the walls of the fanatical defender. Keldorn Firecam was on his stead giving out orders as the ladders were brought to bare. “Charge forward my brave solders, for this day righteousness shall prevail.”
kulideb 05-29-04, 06:47 AM	The elf heard a whisper, she nodded her head and threw Kheldar his belongings. The sound of hoof beats made the elf look up. Tyrion was coming closer, the elf gulped. She heard Drindins request and Kheldars answer, so he had been listerning in on her! ~Kheldar, I carnt..do this..~ she could feel the panic beging to over take her. ~Drindin! you can have control..but you must promise not to harm Kheldar.~ So much death, she thought as she could feel herself start to black out.
sculyblast 05-29-04, 08:11 AM	Breadner dog, goats and pigs runned over the fields of hillsfar, Breander ignored those little beings and simply ordered his soldiers to slaughter these animals. for now the real soldiers moved closer, no trap hat sprung yet. but now the soldiers stood in the place they were suppost to stand. Breadner knelt and rubbed his hands over the ground, some soldiers followed in his example, one second a soldier of light might have seen what happened on the opposite site of the fields, after that second most hillsfarian soldiers pulled on different robes making the ground beneath the army of light collaps and change into a lake. most of the soldiers of light were captured in this new found lake, probably unable to swim due their heavy equipement
Agudo Archmage 05-29-04, 01:49 PM	.http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The Archmage of Light had used his (new knowledge of the Anti magic filed) over HillsFar. Casting a simple invisibility spell and feather walk, he glides past most of the outside fighting. Tempted as he was to show his newfound freedom of magic casting. Agudo could have blasted dozens of the enemy warriors. He held back for his real target though…. Kheldar! Once at a spot far from the main fighting, he stood near a wall. Most solders of the fanatical army that defended this spot. Waited for any trickery by a sudden turn of the main outside attacking force. But none would come over here. For Agudo had made clear to the combined armies of the Merchant League and Army of Light, to stay back from this spot. Looking up at the tall wall, the wizard twisted one of his many rings. Suddenly he was levitating up to the top of the well defend city wall. Once on top he smiled for none could see him. Out of the corner of his eye he saw fighting? But not outside the city! It was happening inside near an inner tower. It was Kulideb, Khaira, Leetah, Grayleaf, Rayek and others… “Kheldar!” The mage covers his mouth, but it was to late. A guard turns to see where the voice rang out. She was well trained by the before mentioned name. For Kheldar had trained the city watch, for just such an occasion. Before when Messianica was still alive and leading them. She grabs hold of a bag of flower and with a mighty yell. “Intruders!” The flowers goes everywhere, covering guards and Agudo. “Blast that Kheldar!” Agudo grabs hold of the woman guard and bashes his forehead into her face. Knocking her back on to the ground stunned and bleeding from the nose. The other guards used their Crossbow. Each had a poisoned dart loaded. Several impelled into the Archmages robes, doing nothing to him. Yet two hit him in the hand and chin. Agudo stagers back wiping away the blood from his own face. A brawny solder uses this distraction and runs up and leaps off the ground. His booted foot smashing into Agudo’s chest. The blond haired mage hat goes flying off, as Agudo goes off the wall into the city far below. Fortunately he landed on a slanted roof , that sent him sliding down it side. “Ahhhhh” BAM! Agudo smashed right on top of the magical Griffin that Khaira had summoned. The creature’s eyes bulge, and bucks the covered in white flower Wizard off of him. Agudo lands on the coble street on his knees and hands. Shakes his head for just a moment then laughs. “I may be young on the out side and have two hundred year old bones on the inside. But I still know how to have fun” He snaps his soar fingers and magically a flash of blue and white Light appears. The white powder is cleaned off of him and it leaves him standing and ready for a fight. The shock of magic being used as well as Agudo’s less than dignified if not thrilling entrance. Is used by Agudo to press his attack! “Now your mine Kheldar! For as you can see, I and I alone, know how to use magic in this place. Good for me very bad for you” With that he leaps magically several feet at Kheldar with electrified hands
ruthia 05-29-04, 04:12 PM	Branth watched the fight sadly from his lonely post far away from the city, then turns away with a shake of his head. He had choosen himself to watch over the first group to leave Hillsfar, and watch them he did. At first the group seemed to be fine, other then some slight harrassment from Agudo's troops. But as the group past the trailing edges of Agudo's army things began to get a little uglier. Soldiers pick up stick and stones to throw at the refugees. One small child gets knocked out, his wailing mother is pushed away from him when she tries to help her boy. Branth has had enough. Drawing his sword he imposes himself inbetween the refugees and the soldiers, praying that everything he has learned from Gene will see him through this. But how can one boy stand against 20 trained soldiers? This remains to be seen..........
Drindin 05-31-04, 12:01 AM	Originally posted by kulideb The elf heard a whisper, she nodded her head and threw Kheldar his belongings. The sound of hoof beats made the elf look up. Tyrion was coming closer, the elf gulped. She heard Drindins request and Kheldars answer, so he had been listerning in on her! ~Kheldar, I carnt..do this..~ she could feel the panic beging to over take her. ~Drindin! you can have control..but you must promise not to harm Kheldar.~ So much death, she thought as she could feel herself start to black out. Drindin's cold blue eyes replace Kulidebs... and prayers are murmured in his voice, seeming unfazed by Tyrion's blade point. Dark prayers, to the Goddess of Death and Necromancy... Dark, negative energies charge the air. The tormented souls of the Dead from Battle, are torn from their restless sleep. A shrill shriek of "WHY!?" is howled by the wraiths that take form. "WHY HAVE YOU CALLED US BACK!" Their wrathful forms and incorporeal arms lash out towards tyrion, readying to suck out the life from him, and his horse. A second, simpler prayers is murmured, and five skeletons rise out of the ground. These undead, with but a word from Drindeb, begin to charge towards Kharia and her golden beast.
Khaira 06-01-04, 01:14 PM	Khaira looked around, in shock, as Agudo flew in to where they were fighting...what was happening!? magic wasn't supposed to be working here!!! She looked, in shock, at AGudo as he flew towards Kheldar with his electrified hands. Eyeing the wraiths that are coming towards her, she stabs her two blades into the ground within easy reach, draws her "Shocking" Bow, and fired at Agudo's leg, just enough to catch him off guard, not to kill him. She then turend towards the wraiths - they were almost upon her. She had faced death a million times before, how would this time be any different? "Wait a second ... if Agudo can [clearly] use magic...why can't I?" Khaira thought for a moment ... she was still thinking as one of the wraiths connected with her body. A shrill yell split the air as the bardess felt her life-force being affected by the undead creature. Summoning what little strength that she had left, she pulled herself away from the creature's grasp, and rolled away. She felt like she would faint at any time, and so she had to finish this battle fast. Where was Swiftwing, her faithful Roc? Where were the armed forces of Hillsfar? Where was Kulideb? Where was Gene? Would she see anyone dear to her before she lost this battle with life? She would, by the Gods, she would! Reaching into a pouch, she comes out with an orb. Dark, swirling masses are contained within it, and merely speaking a command word, clouds seem to form. Dark, formiddable clouds, promising destruction, chaos, and death. Even the bardess' eyes seem to reflect death, destruction, and chaos....lightning and crashing thunder seems to shake all who are currently fighting and everyone's ears begin to ring. She continues to concentrate on the orb, however, as the wraiths loom closer and closer.... (NOt sure exactly how much magic is working? This effect is the Storm of Vengeance from the Orb of Storms from the DMG...of course, if magic is not working, then the effects would be somewhat lessened...will leave the decision up to you, DM AGudo)
Agudo Archmage 06-01-04, 03:14 PM	((DM Note Agudo dissected one of Messianica creatures, and found away for “His” Magical energy to work. But the Anti magical field is lessening. Do to so many of the creatures dieing in the last battle. Khaira and anyone elses magic, only works at 20% power level. What part of the magic works is up to you.))
Khaira 06-03-04, 01:42 AM	....lightning and crashing thunder seems to shake all who are currently fighting and everyone's ears begin to ring. She continues to concentrate on the orb, however, as the wraiths loom closer and closer.... ...but the ringing in everyone's ears is all that the Orb brought upon the small group. What was going on? There was supposed be death and estruction caused by the bearer of the orb, but it wasn't working! She felt the intense power of the orb, but the effects on the outside were not reflecting the power inside! She looked, in shock and utter horror, as her griffon suddenly made one, last defying roar as it turned on Rayek once again for the killing blow ... but then, it was gone! I thought the magical field was gone? Clearly not, but I had best make some kind of act, else these wraiths shall have my blood and body and life! Gripping the Orb of Vengeance with a white-knuckled, frantic grasp, she called forth the last of her willpower, and poured it all into the orb. She would kill these blasted creatures even if it killed her! Who had summoned them, anyway? That voice...that voice had been familiar, very familiar. She remembered that voice from Thanatos.....Those thoughts were once again pushed from her mind as she continued to concentrate...the thunder got stronger, but only ever so sleightly. Soon, she hears the sky begin to crackle as lightning begins to form. It was working! This would be her salvation! With her mind she directed the lightning to strike the five wraiths on their way to her yet again. She began to laugh as she heard the lightning above her - they would submit to her! But her laughter turned to a choked gurgle, as she realized the size of the lightning bolts. They couldn't even be called lightning bolts! They looked like...1 inch, maybe 2 inch, sparks, flying at the wraiths. Curse this magic shield! "Well, it was a thought! Guess I'll have to do this the old fashioned way!" She grabbed both of her blades that were sticking out of the ground, and pondered how, exactly, she would defeat these creatures of death...with a word, she willed her flaming blade to come to life, but then groaned as she saw the fire, only a dim, weak little thing spring forth. She would have to make this battle a quick thing...she could feel the undeathly cold beginning to spread. Soon, she would lose sensation. "For life! For the music! For the ballads of heroes!"she screams as she leaps over one wraith and slices through another, and thus began the bardess' deadly sword dance of death...whether of her own or the wraiths was still to be told.
Rayek 06-03-04, 04:15 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongrayek.gif Rayek spat out a curse as he saw Kharia nimbly evade his arrow. Perhaps aiming for the bard's head had been a mistake. Aiming for her torso would prove to be a much easier target, and enough well paced quarrels would kill the damsel just as quickly! Knocking another arrow in his bow, Rayek lowered his aim to Khaira's bosom. Even as fast as her reflexes were, she'd never be able to escape this strike. A cruel grin began to spread across the fighter’s face. ROAR!!! As Rayek's arrow tore through the night sky, a summoned griffon burst into existence and charged towards the elven archer! Unfortunately for the poor magical beast, Rayek's arrow propelled straight through the creature's left eye socket and erupted gorily out of the back of it's large feathered head, continuing its trajectory towards Khaira. "The hell!?!?" The angry griffon reared back in shear agony and then continued its advance towards Rayek! The elf began to feel fear grip tightly at his heart! How was the beast still alive? And how in the Nine Hells had it been summoned in this antimagic field!?!? Bracing himself for the inevitable impact of the monster's bloodthirsty beak and razor sharp claws, Rayek saw something fall from the heavens. It glowed with a soft powdery white aura and plummeted to the earth with a grace no less awkward then that of a baby dragon just learning to fly. BAM!!! Bouncing off the form of a now unconscious and severely wounded griffon was none other then the Great Archmage of Light and Magic himself: Agudo! "Master Agudo!" Instantly the fear that had burdened Rayek's heart shattered. With the Arcane magic of Agudo backing both Tyrion and him up, victory was assured! These fools would all be brought to justice right here. Starting with that damned Assassin and Kharia! Rayek drew back another arrow. TWANG!!! "NOW WHAT!?!?" Thoroughly disgruntled, Rayek looked down at his bow and saw that its string had been cut. Turning to face the culprit who had ruined his favorite bow, Rayek's icy gaze was met with Shades'. The elf's face coiled back into a snarl. "Damn you you old fool! I'll teach you to meddle in my affairs. PREPARE TO DIE!!!" Slinging his damaged bow along his back, and pulling out his long sword in the same instant, Rayek lunged towards Shades. But before the elf's blade was made to meet with his opponent's flesh, five tiny sharp quarrels tore through the fighter's black cloak and sunk deep into his back. Roaring in pain, Rayek forced his gaze back to look at the one who had dealt him the injury. Staring back at him was the cocky smirking face of Kheldar. "Agudo! Deal with that impudent worm quickly and then see what you can do about the others! I'll deal with this Old Knave and that little Bardess B****!" Rayek brought his attention back to Shades. He had to deal with him quickly! Striking as fast as lighting, the elf unleashed a flurry of powerful attacks against the older man, hoping to slice him to ribbons! Artwork copyright © 2004, Christopher C. Quigley (( Sorry about taking out your Griffon Kharia, but rest assured that it won't stay wounded for long. A certain Cleric on your side will have it back up on its feet before long. Also, my apologies for taking so long getting back to this thread. Work's been keeping me really busy for the last couple of days. :bigeyes: ))
Kheldar Devaentar 06-03-04, 05:35 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif "Impudent worm?!? Hey! I'm not the one who entered this combat on my hands and knees!" Kheldar broke his attention from Rayek and directed it to Agudo. Just in time! The mage leaped at him with both palms crackling with electrical energy! So the bloody Archmage of Light really was alive. . . This was bad. Kheldar quickly spun around and evaded the attack, then retreated back to Leetah to collect his thoughts. Fighting toe-to-toe with the powerfull spell caster in an area where he couldn't rely on his own magic put him at more than a serious disadvantage. But he wasn't going to let Agudo see that he was worried! The confident smirk he wore across his face widened. "I see the welcoming committee gave you the special treatment just like I asked. You must have been impressed! What was that I heard you wailing up there? Bless that Kheldar? Aww. . . I'm touched Agudo." Quickness and stealth. . . The anti-magic field didn't strip him of that. . . If he could stay hidden for long enough, maybe he could event attempt a death attack. . . But he needed a weapon. "Any way, don't get all big-headed about you and your magic. As you can see Kulideb over there is summoning dead things and Khaira is. . . umm. . . well makin' noise. . . And what's with all the splashing I hear outside the walls? I don't remember any moat outside the city walls before." Weapon. . . he needed a weapon. . . Hey, Leetah wasn't using her staff! "You're all washed up Agudo! Prepare to loose your life again!" Kheldar ran by Leetah, snatching her staff with it's oh-so-pink-and-pointy crystal tip, and disappeared in plain sight of everyone. Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
Drindin 06-03-04, 11:44 AM	Shades Shades is momentairily taken off guard, and the initial attacks connect, slicing up his arms rather well. However, he perseveres, and begins to parry the attacks with his bleeding limbs. He then begins to press his attacks, slicing at Rayek whenever he finds an opening in his defense/offense. "I may look old!" He taunts. "But I'm only thirty! Years on the battle field can weary a man..." He offers another powerful flurry back towards his opponent. "And it can also hone your combat abilities. Besides, I can't let you kill Kulideb! My brother's inside of her, as I've just realized!" Drindin's Wraiths ((If Kharia's weapons are not enchanted)) Elvina's blades simply pass through the incorporeal forms of the Wraiths, whom continue to swipe at her. They only seem mildly annoyed at the sparks flying at them. ((if they are enchanted)) About half of Kharia's attacks seem to connect with the wraiths, who howl in pain and continue to press the attacks against her, swiping at her soul.
Khaira 06-03-04, 01:07 PM	Originally posted by Drindin Drindin's Wraiths ((if they are enchanted)) About half of Elvina's attacks seem to connect with the wraiths, who howl in pain and continue to press the attacks against her, swiping at her soul. [/B] ((You mean Khaira's attacks, right? Or did I miss somethign, and Elvina came in sometime during the night?)) Khaira laughed in triumph as her blades passed through some of the wraiths, but she was a little worried that they weren't dying...what was going on? She winced again as she felt another wraith grab for her leg. Curse these beasts! She continued her rolls, leaps, and evading jumps as she continued to fight her seemingly losing battle...she turned as she heard the cry of what could be none other than her griffon. No! "Damn you, Rayek! Your head shall hang from my belt by the end of this!!!!" She watched as Rayek's arrow flew through the griffon's head and continued on its path towards her. Why wouldn't someone cut those damn strings already!!! She rolled...right into the reaching hand of a wraith! "AAARRRRRRRRGH!" With the flash of her blades, she was free of its hands...she had to get out of here! She had to finish this! She continued to slash, duck, and roll...her movements were slower, her mind weaker. The deathly grasps of the wraiths were beginning to take its toll on her....She turned just in time to see her griffon fall and then...dissapear? "Bardess B****?! Rayek, your head shall sport a new decoration very soon...the end of my blades! Er...as soon as I get freed here..." This was endless...what the hell was Kulideb doing?! Who was within her body and mind, causing to do this craziness?! This was plain and utter chaos...she rolled again, coming up and slicing into another time. Back to work! (( Sorry about taking out your Griffon Kharia, but rest assured that it won't stay wounded for long. A certain Cleric on your side will have it back up on its feet before long. Also, my apologies for taking so long getting back to this thread. Work's been keeping me really busy for the last couple of days. )) ((Rayek, no problem...the griffon is a Figurine of Wondruous Power. Since Agudo had said that magic was only working at 20%, I posted earlier that it made one final attack before the anti-magic field took its toll on its duration. The same with my Orb.))
Good Knight 06-03-04, 03:44 PM	“Halt! Front lines pull back!” Keldorn Firecam said as he bellowed from the top of his stead. Many of the heavier armed solders became stuck in knee-deep mud, as others sank screaming to death into the waters deeper parts”. The Siege-Towers as well came to halt on dry land, behind Keldorn. “I smell Druid trickery, if not something more fiendish. Archers continue to fire, behind the shields. Captain Featherwing!” The elf maiden turned and ran up to the general. “Yes Sir?” Keldorn leaned lower in his horse. Get some ropes and a team of people, to pull out those who are stuck. But before you do that” An hour later those who could be saved were freed from the muck. The catapults continued to rain down heavy rocks, on the city walls and its defenders. But more importantly at this moment, were the large rowboats that had been set in the water. “Steady the ladders, lift them only when you in sight of the main walls.” Keldorn lifted his sword in saluted as dozens rowed off.
Leetah 06-04-04, 01:26 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongleetah.gif "Greater Restoration!" A swirling radiance of magnificent golden light spiralled up Khaira's weakened body from the tips of the bard's toes to the top of her crimson forehead. Upon reaching the elf's peek, the golden light burst into a brilliant shower of sparkling dust which slowly dissipated into the air. Any ill effects Khaira had experienced from making contact with the wraiths should have vanished along with the dispersing dust. Well, at least that's what Kanzeil had taught Leetah, but the healer wasn't entirely sure. She had never had to use that spell in a real-life situation until now. Leetah prayed that the spell worked. Khaira was almost beginning to look as ghastly as the undead she was fighting! "You're all washed up Agudo! Prepare to loose your life again!" !!! Spinning around on her feet, Leetah turned to face Kheldar. She couldn't allow Kheldar to hurt Mr Agudo! The old mage had done so much to help them in the past! How could Kheldar even think about harming him!? . . . Then again, Agudo had no real intentions of letting Mr Kheldar live either. Leetah was so confused! She cared deeply for both men and refused to allow either to bring about the other one's death. But what could she do to stop them? How could she possibly avert their ambitions? As Kheldar dashes by Leetah and steals her staff, he sees the girl intricately waving her arms in preparation of an incantation. By the time he vanishes out of sight plain sight with the healer's stolen possession, he can feel the effects of a strange spell slightly increase his natural defences. It looked like Leetah had decided to take his side after all! :) Or had she? :confused: As soon as Leetah finished casting her spell on Kheldar, she turned around and cast the exact same spell on Agudo. Now the menacing Archmage benefited from the exact same protection spell that Kheldar did! What was Leetah trying to do!?!? :mad: "If either one of you care even a hair about me, then I beseech you not to harm your opponent." Leetah began to shake uncontrollably, clearly feeling uneasy about what she was doing. "There has got to be a better way of resolving this conflict than by both of you fighting each other! Don't you see how this battle is tearing everyone here apart?" Artwork copyright © 2004, Christopher C. Quigley
Rayek 06-04-04, 03:11 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongrayek.gif "SHUT UP!" Rayek just barely ducked out of the way of one of Shades' razor sharp attacks and then awkwardly parried another one. The human was proving to be a lot more worthy of an adversary then Rayek had hoped for. "The only one who'll get torn apart, little girl, is you if you continue to interfere in this battle! I can tell by the way your shaking that your uncomfortable with conflict! Why don't you run back home to your mother and father before you get hurt! You're only getting in everyone's waAAAAAHH!!!" Rayek's suddenly wracked with pain as one of Shades' scimitars pass through his defences and puncture deeply into the elf's right side. Crying out in agony, Rayek takes a few steps back and falls to one knee. He then quickly uses one hand to raise his long sword defensively while using his other to brace himself against the ground. "So. . .The only reason your fighting, Human, is to keep Kulideb safe from my blade?" Rayek's free hand dug at the dirt beneath his fingers. "Then your fighting the wrong person! I hold no quarrel over Kulideb. My fights with Kharia and that assassin!" Artwork copyright © 2004, Christopher C. Quigley
Tyrion Grayleaf 06-04-04, 03:28 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongtyrion.gif It had been Tyrion's intent to apprehend Kulideb first. Of any of his enemies she looked the least likely to struggle with him and put up a fight. As soon as she was safe and out of harms way Tyrion could go to work on the other, more violent combatants. . . . What Tyrion didn't expect was Kulideb to raise the dead from the ground beneath him and attack!!! Wraiths glided towards him with vicious intent, their incorporeal claws lashing out at him and his mount. Every time a wraith grazed him Tyrion winced, the touch chilled him to the bone but his vitality remained unchanged. With one heated war cry after another Tyrion sliced at the undead creatures, but more often than not his blade passed harmlessly through the creatures. Tyrion risked a glance upwards and spotted the wraiths in other places too. They were also attacking Khaira?! That didn't make any sense! He had thought Kulideb and Khaira were allies. . . As valiantly as she fought, Tyrion was concerned for her safety. He remembered hearing somewhere that wraiths consumed creatures from the soul. . . If they defeated her, would reviving her even be an option? . . He didn't want to risk it. "YAH!" Using his knees to guide his horse, Tyrion broke free of the wraiths surrounding him and charged directly for Khaira! From her perspective, it might look as though the charging Elven knight was trying to lop her head off! Once he got there, however, he hopped off his horse and swung his sword at the nearest undead thing around him. "Never mind your griffon Khaira, focus on what's around you!" In his fullplate Tyrion could hardly roll around gracefully like the other Elf. But his blue armor kept most of the attacks at bay. A quick observation showed he was right to jump off his horse, it was now on it's side in the dirt. His next sword slash annihilated the enemy wraith he had been targeting, and cleaved through another. "Your friend has betrayed you, my lady." Tyrion's sword passed harmlessly through a wraith. "We have to stop her! Who knows how many more undead she can raise from the ground? We could be at this all night!" Artwork copyright © 2004, Gordon R. Quigley
Kheldar Devaentar 06-04-04, 04:19 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif Kheldar looked down at the sea of chaos underneath him. Tyrion was now fighting along side Khaira, Rayek was fighting with another man, Drindin was madly attacking just about everyone in sight, Agudo was looking furiously around him and Leetah was casting spells, one of which, Kheldar was positive had been cast on him, he somehow felt different. When Kheldar saw Leetah cast the same spell on Agudo his heart sunk. . . So much for thinking Leetah was just on his side. "Well, your on my side." Kheldar looked at the unconscious guardswoman at his feet. Apparently Agudo hadn't taken his 'welcome' very well. "Well, I suppose we should see to that bloody no-*" Something interrupted him. Over the sound of combat Kheldar heard Leetah's voice. "If either one of you care even a hair about me, then I beseech you not to harm your opponent." "Right, right. Good ol' Leetah. . . Well, I did make a promise to you. . . I suppose I best keep it." Kheldar opened the wooden trapdoor that lead to the inside of the guard tower and called down into it. "I need someone up here to relieve this guard! Take her to the barracks and get her cleaned up! Everyone else, round up as many snipers as you can and line the inner cloister walls. Your primary target is a man in blue robes! Your secondary an Elf cloaked in black! Take shots only when the path is clear, just like we practiced!" Two men immediately popped out the trapdoor and carried away the guardswoman. Men and women starting hustling on top of the walls with bows and arrows readied. Nowhere near as many as Kheldar had hopped for. THUNK! THUNK!THUNK!THUNK! Arrows rained down on Agudo. The darkening sky made if difficult to see them, but the sound they made couldn't be mistaken. Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
Agudo Archmage 06-04-04, 03:01 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The Archmage of Light was so close, and yet the diabolical Kheldar vanishes before he could per nonce judgment. Just by random bad luck, a barrel of water, was behind where the Rogue once stood. “What?” Agudo screamed in frustration, as he just barely mised the dark robed assassin. Unfortunately, Agudo had propelled himself so fast that he couldn’t stop himself, before he hit the barrel. SPLASH! Knocking over the water, it spilled on the ground. The mage’s electrified hands, caused anyone in the waters path to be ZAPED! Including the Archmage himself. His hair now simi-stood straight, do the shocking out come of his spell. Slowly standing and shaking from his electrified spell. “Embarrassing! He frowns as he mumbles. “First rule of Electric Magic is …Stay away from Water! Hope my students didn’t see that.” Then as if the Light smiled on Agudo, he sees something odd through the battle of Shades and friends alike. The white cooking powder that the city guard through about on the wall above. So as to catch invisible outsiders like Agudo. It showed something new… footprints going up the side of the wall. “HAH! Kheldar your own trick did you in” Agudo was just about to cast a massive Death Spell at the wall… When Leetah cried out. (("If either one of you care even a hair about me, then I beseech you not to harm your opponent.")) The blond haired mage walks over and warmly smiles at Leetah even as he continues to prepare his spell. The Wizard also feels Leetah protective spell as he comes near “Leetah you are the reason why Righteous people do Good. You inspire us to show mercy. That is why I care for you so much as a Sister in the Light.” Just then Kheldar orders the guards on the wall, to open fire with deadly Cross bolts. With a mighty Leap Agudo closes the gap between Leetah and himself. Tackling her and protectively, covering Leetah with his magic cape. If Leetah looked up at that moment? she would have seen Kheldar pointing at where Agudo and Leetah stood, ordering his assassins to shoot. Most bounce off his protective robes and cape. But Agudo screams out in pain as one of the Darts pierce his hand. “Ahh” On top of it all he was already feeling weak, from the poison bolts, used by the last battle getting over the wall that hit to his face.
Drindin 06-04-04, 07:01 PM	Shades Using his scimitars to try and disarm Rayek, he forced out some words. "Regardless, you still want her captured for treason, and that's something I can't allow!" Drindin "Hmm... Now that Kharia and the knight are distracted, Kulideb, we can get out of here and defend your people!"
Leetah 06-05-04, 02:08 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongleetah.gif Agudo's scream was not the only agonized cry that echoed throughout the night sky, Leetah had also cried out in pain as soon as the crossbow bolt sunk into the archmage's hand. Clutching onto her sore hand tightly, Leetah cowered behind Agudo praying that his cloak would keep them both safe. The young healer then questioned how smart it had been casting Shield Other on both Kheldar and Agudo. Shield Other was a simple enough spell, although not one widely used due to the terrible risks that it entailed. Any time either Agudo or Kheldar got injured, only half of the wound's severity would be inflicted upon them while the other half of the injury would be dealt directly to her! Leetah began to fear for the worst as the prospect of Agudo and Kheldar battling each other entered her mind. If the two veteran warriors engaged each other directly, she'd be torn apart in a matter of seconds! A terrible whimper escaped the cleric’s lips as she used her uninjured hand to cast a simple healing spell on Agudo. The mage had looked burdened by some form of poison. Hopefully the blessings of Pelor would be enough to relive him of that woe. . . .If either one of you care even a hair about me. . . . . .Do not harm your opponent. . . Artwork copyright © 2004, Christopher C. Quigley
Khaira 06-05-04, 03:15 AM	Khaira felt the warm, cool feeling of healing magic wash over her. It felt only sleight ... she assumed that it was because of the magic field. Yet, she felt hope and life within her body once again! Who had cast it? She wasn't aware that any clerics were around...but then, as she looked around, she saw Leetah...as well as the other wraiths swarming around her. Would she truly and really fall in this hopeless battle? As she ducks and rolls from another wraith, she yells to Leetah. "Miss...Leetah, is it? If I should ever make it from this battle alive and un-executed, I promise to repay you!" "Kulideb! Kulideb WHAT ARE YOU DOING!? Come on dear, snap out of it! Have you so swiftly forgotten the friendship and alliance that we have together, sister! SNAP OUT OF IT!" She turned, then, as she heard the galloping of a horse's hooves coming for her. She had no doubt in her mind that this was Tyrion...if this was her death, then let it be the will of the Gods, she thought... "Lady Tymora, Lord Corellon...if this, truly, is your will, then let it be so. My life is in your hands now..." Then Khaira was shocked as Tyrion landed by her and joined her in the fight! What was going on? She was so confused...she had thought she was doing good....good in rescuing Kheldar, her friend....but he only wanted to kill Agudo. What was going on! What mistake had she made here!!! As she jumped over yet another wraith, she heard Tyrion saying something about Kulideb betraying her. She turned to Tyrion as she ducked another wraith...her eyes were full of guilt, desperation, even sadness. "I know not what I have done, friend Tyrion...that these last hours should be mine are a sadness. I have transgressed all, and nothing but death and exile await me now. And now...even my own ally has deserted me, choosing to lay claim to my soul instead of saving it. Dear Gods Above, what have I done!?!" Escape...that was what she had to do. Escape, right now...but how was that possible? All paths were barred...no, she was stand by her resolve. She would fight, she would survive, and if Corellon and Tymora, her guardians, her leaders, decided that execution was her Fate, then that was what she would accept...she turned to Tyrion again. "My Lord, you are quicker than me on your horse! yes, you must stop Kulideb, as much as I hate to say it...I shall cover your back! If you trust me in any little way, go and stop her! I shall hold them off!" The bardess hefted her blades, stirking down at one of the wraiths, and speaking a command word as her mildly flaming blade made the wraith scream and back off. "Go! Now, Tyrion! Ride like the wind!" Khaira then looked to the skies ... Swiftwing would not be far behind by now. And they needed all the help that they could get....closing her eyes, reaching out her mind, she began to whistle, higher and higher, and then she resumed the fight. Ducks, rolls, a swirling mass of colors as the bardess ducked, rolled, and struck were all that could be seen as she combatted all 10 wraiths. She was definitely not easy to hit...then, out of the clear, blue sky, a shrill cry split the air, as a full-grown Roc zooms into view! "The cavalry has arrived!"she yells, pointing into the air. If escape was needed, now was the chance... Yes. Escape. Ride into the sky and let them never see you again. Start a new life. Forget them all! No. This I cannot do. They have done too much for me, and I have stood by them for too long! Too long have I hid! Too long have I run! I shall stand before the Gods and before them and before whatever court, jury, and judge what judge me, and take responsibility for what transgressions I have committed! I shall stand here, and fight! Oddly enough, the bardess all of a sudden begins to shout. At who? At herself, perhaps? No, not to herself...she is yelling at somebody, something...who? "No! I will stand and fight! Jhillanna is dead! I shall stand and fight! I shall not run; instead, I shall stand, fight, and take what consequences shall come my way! Too long have I hid behind this mask of deceit! NO! With my friends and comrades, should I have any at this point and time, I shall fight!" She doesn't even seem to realize that she has said this...for she doesn't look around. But in her eyes, there is reflected a red glare. Insanity? Fury? Berserker Rage? Regret? Whatever it is, it seems to fuel the bard. Swiftwing, meantime, swoops straight down at Tyrion! It seems the full-grown Roc is planning to annihalate him, but instead it hovers above him...Khaira yells at him,"He is your ally, Tyrion! Faster than any steed, Swiftwing shall take you to your target! Go! Go now!" Despite the raining arrows, if Tyrion grabs onto the talons, the Roc takes flight once again, landing Tyrion amazingly close to where Kulideb and whomever, are . Then, the Roc soars up to the sky, evading the arrows, as it looks for a spot to give its aid once again...
Kheldar Devaentar 06-05-04, 03:42 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif "Hold your fire! I said shoot when the bloody path is clear!!" As the thunking around Agudo stopped Kheldar snorted, how the hell did those snipers figure the path was clear when Agudo was right on top of Leetah?!? That wasn't his only problem. Calling out orders like he had had definitely compromised his hiding spot, which was only a few feet above Agudo's head! Wasting none of the time he had, Kheldar lept off his ledge and landed right on top of Agudo's shoulders!!! "I heard Leetah cry out, what did you do to her?" Kheldar wasn't going to wait for an answer! He grabbed Agudo's amulet and pulled it tight against the archmage's throat! Sitting on top Agudo like he was, he doubted he'd have to worry about Agudo casting any spells. On top of garroting the old man, if Agudo started casting a spell Kheldar would kick his heel's deep into Agudo's ribs! Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
Tyrion Grayleaf 06-05-04, 05:06 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongtyrion.gif The Elven Knight Protector looks skywards as Khaira's wondrous creature swoops into view. Khaira was either betraying him or helping him - he would give her the benefit of the doubt. "Khaira, The Knight Protectors have a saying. Combat is glory; battle is the true test of self-worth. Do not fill your heart with grief and despair. Let it be warmed by your bravery and valor. You're fighting for what you believe in. Hold on to that, and you can defeat any adversary." The roc was upon Tyrion. Praying to Corellon this was not a trap, Tyrion swings his sword at his last wraith and thrusts his other hand towards the roc's talons. He grabs onto the roc as much as it grabs onto him! that leaves Tyrion a bit worried, the roc would be in control of when he dropped, not him. It flies him over the courtyard and glides toward Kulideb who appears to be fleeing the scene. As the roc flies him closer Tyrion tries to let go, but to no avail, it doesn't let him go. :confused: Instead it flies him even closer, until only a few feet separates Tyrion from Kulideb. With much more effort than before Tyrion struggles to let go, but the roc still fights to hold onto him! :uh-huh: As Khaira's roc flies past Kulideb Tyrion begins to fear for the worst! Regretting what he would have to do, Tyrion prepares to swing his sword through the roc's leg. . . :mad: . . . That's, of course, when it decides to slow down and drop him off. :rolleyes: It dropped Tyrion off directly in front of Kulideb. If she wanted to flee, she would have to go through him! Satisfied that it had fulfilled it's master's wishes, the giant bird flies high into the air and leaves Tyrion to go about his business. "Lady Kulideb HALT!" Tyrion pulled his shield off his back and held up his sword. Kulideb wouldn't get past him without a fight! "Unsummon those dread creatures and stop this treachery!" * * * As Khaira fights the hordes of wraiths around her she notices something very peculiar. Amidst all the black, whispy, undead creatures around her, a very large one rears up on four legs and stares directly at her with it's red, pinpoint eyes. Releasing a bloodcurdling scream that shakes the air around it, Tyrion's horse charges straight towards Khaira! Artwork copyright © 2004, Gordon R. Quigley
kulideb 06-05-04, 07:19 AM	The elf blinked a few times, the word coming into focus around her. "Wha..." she stopped short, looking at Tyrion in front of her. Then glanced at the chaos the wraiths were causing. "I carnt..they arnt mine to comand.." of course she thought they would think it was she who had called the dead back. "Tyrion, I need to get to my people, children are being hurt and all in the name of the so called Army of light." the elf looked straight into his eyes. "Please help me...the children should have to pay for the madness of adults."
sculyblast 06-05-04, 08:37 AM	OoC: Keldorn note that the lake appears underneath you and not in front of you, you will loose a lot of soldiers on this one :P
Khaira 06-05-04, 02:06 PM	"Well then, friend Tyrion, may this battle be forged by renewed friendships, hope, and, in the words of a wise Archmage, for all that is good and light!" With that, Khaira continues to fight the wraiths. All was going well...Leetah's spell had rejuvenated her, and she was winning now, but barely. Tyrion's aid had lifted her spirits The wraiths were fast and deadly, and she seemed to be making no ground. Just then, however, a deadly apparition of what once was Tyrion's horse loomed up in front of her! "Caught in the clutches of the dead, are we? We must amend that! Correlon and Tymora, if your aid is still with me, help me to fell these foul creatures! Stay with me as I battle death almighty!"
Agudo Archmage 06-06-04, 12:06 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The pain was fleeting from his wounded hand and yet seeing Leetah; he knew she was the cause of his relief. Yet before he could speak a word, the murderous brute Kheldar, lands on the mage. Pining Agudo beneath the legs of the assassin, at the same time choking Agudo with his amulet. Seeing Leetah through pained teary eyes Agudo feared for her safety above his own. With a flick of his finger, one of his jeweled rings pops open. Out comes a figurine of lion like man….( Aka Piper Youth) ((DM Pipers Youth has asked to join our merry band. So please give him a warm welcome when he posts.))
Khaira 06-06-04, 12:25 AM	Khaira looked at the scene between Agudo and Kheldar as she fought the 10 "regular" wraiths, as well as Tyrion's nightmarish steed..Kheldar was going to kill Agudo! She considred her options; , if she let Kheldar kill Agudo, she would lose a great friend, be blamed for his death, and would probably be executed. If she helped Agudo, he would likewise kill Kheldar (most likely), and gods only knew what would happen to her. She couldn't let either happen! The pain of having to choose over two great friends was etched on her face, as clear a bright summers day. Damn it, this just wasn't working, was it?! There was only one thing to do; tumbling over the wraiths, using her swords to catapault her, she landed in a clear spot. Once again stabbing her blades into the ground, she pulled out her shortbow. She worried about the shock effect but, regardless, the magic field wold greatly lessen it. She took one arrow out and, taking careful aim, she let fire at Kheldar's head...it almost looked like the bardess was trying to kill her previous friend, but no, the wind came up at the last moment, and grazed Kheldar's neck! Kheldar would feel a little tingling sensation as her arrow grazed Kheldar's neck. She let another arrow fly past him, as a warning shot. Then she was putting her bow back and yanking her swords out of the ground as she tumbled back into the wraiths. This would be rather interesting...
Drindin 06-06-04, 01:56 AM	???
Drindin 06-06-04, 01:58 AM	The wraiths suddenly cease their attacks against Tyrion... and go past Kharia, right to Kheldar. Drindin "I'm sorry to break the promise I made to you Kulideb... but I owe Agudo my life." "Kill the assasin, Wraiths! And your souls will be freed!" The wraiths then begin to press their attacks against Kheldar, each one reaching for his soul. Shades Shades continues in the combat, awaiting rayek. HardGrind The strange little dwarf leads the young girl to a room filled with crystals, each one seeming to surpress the powers of the girl and the dwarf alike. "We will train in here. It'll be safer, as your powers won't as easily get out of control, due to the surpression. Once you learn to focus properly, I will remove a slight amount of the surpression until you are used to the smaller amount. I will do this repeatedly, until you no longer need it."
Rayek 06-06-04, 03:51 AM	Readied Action: Rayek's free hand dug at the dirt beneath his fingers. http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongrayek.gif With almost no effort at all, Shades' scimitars hook along the barbed edge of Rayek's blade and tear the weapon from out of the elf's grasp. But before the human could press any further attacks against his elven adversary, Rayek tears out a large clump of dirt from beneath his feet and pitches it towards Shades' eyes! Hoping the dirt would keep his opponent blinded for a few moments, Rayek retreats behind the cover of a nearby tree and pulls out his damaged bow. The experienced archer then quickly removes the cut bow string from his favoured weapon and re-strings it with a new cord. Testing the new string with a quick tug, Rayek lets out a satisfied grin and knocks back an arrow. Although he had spent numerous years training with his long sword, it was obvious that Shade's training in hand-to-hand combat far exceeded his own. But then again, Rayek never really prided himself for being a good swordsman. His area of expertise had always been with the bow! "Kulideb's betrayal to the Army of Light cannot go unopposed! Sooner or later, she will be captured by the forces of light and held on trial for her crimes against Agudo. There is no escaping the law my friend. So either you will chose to accept the fate she has chosen for herself, or you will die in trying to fight for some meaningless resolution." Rayek grunted as he waited for Shade's reply. This battle was taking far too long! He had hoped to apprehend all three of those blasted women by now! But he couldn't do anything about them so long as this pesky human insisted on wasting his time! Poking his head from around the cover of the tree, Rayek took aim with his great bow. He refused to fire a single shot until after Shade's made his decision. Ugh! Foolish Human. . .I already know exactly what he's going to do. . .Gods!!! What's taking Agudo so long!?!? With him being the only one capable of casting magic, he should have been able to kill that assassin ten times over by now! Artwork copyright © 2004, Christopher C. Quigley
kulideb 06-06-04, 06:30 AM	"Kheldar!"the elf called out, as the wraiths zoned in on him, he looked to in trouble any way as Khaira seemed to be trying to warn him away from Agudo. ~Drindin! you think I owe Agudo nothing! he took me in when I had no were else to go, hes not just my teacher he is my friend..but I carnt let either Agudo or Kheldar kill each other, there must be another way!~ She could just give in...and beg Agudo to spare Kheldars life and that of Khairas as the lady had helped her with Kheldars escape. The people of Hillsfar would be forced into exile...could she live with that? She slipped a tiny dagger from her sleeve, she could just end it all..the curse..the soul bounding...the disapointment she was to Agudo..it would only take a small cut..then she would be free. A tear rolled down her face...could she just leave her friends behind.
Pipers Youth 06-06-04, 09:49 AM	((Thanks Agudo!)) The figurine of the now lion like man looks carefully at his surrondings seeing the arrows being shot and the wrathes blooming closer he now turns to look at Agudo still standing on the archmages ring. Still under being choked under his own amulet the leonin understands the expression on the archmages face and nods in understanding. The still figurine size leonin jumps off the ring onto the ground and returns to normal size shaking his beaded main and clenching his weapon in his claw- like hands in a motion of releif. Then the leonin spots his target, a young golden haired women with blue eyes wearing a light emblum. He jumps putting his weapon to his side and attemps to grab the young women bounding with enormous speed to nearest safety :w: :w: :w: :w: :w: :w:
Drindin 06-06-04, 01:41 PM	Drindin Seeming ready to command the wraiths to do something, he does. "Let your tormented souls... be freed..." The wraiths dissapate as the wind. "I'm only doing this to keep you from killing yourself. *I* owe very little to you... but Krissy owes you her life. You took her in when I could not, but now you must give her over to Shades, He can protect her more than you or I. I will now be gone." With that, drindin walks away from Kulideb, disappearing into the mists of the spirit realm. Shades "GAH!" he hollers, as he gets dirt in his eyes. "You just don't understand, do you? She could be the last person to know where my Niece is!" He coughs and falls to his knees. "And if you're going to kill her, than kill me first! If she dies, every hope I have of finding my niece is gone. She'll be dead to me. Just like her mother."
Khaira 06-06-04, 02:35 PM	Khaira instinctively threw her body to the ground as the wraiths began to swarm towards her! This was it, this was really it. She began to think of all of her possessions...her harp, when it was recovered, would go to Agudo. Her Roc, in all of its glory, she would donate to the school. Her magical supplies she would donate to the magical study group of the school...but then, Khaira felt no cold, deathly hands reaching for her soul, no clutching graps of the undead pulling her close. Lifting her head up, she saw that all of the wraiths were heading towards Kheldar! The bardess growled. She was sure that others were questioning the bardess' insanity. One moment, she's fighting Rayek and Tyrion, the next she's fighting Kheldar, her emotions and action seemed to be on an instant roller-coaster this past half-hour. Hell, she didn't even know where her true loyalties lie...she just wanted to get out of here, without any casualties! "The hell's going on! Kulideb...Kulideb, what are you doing?! Don't admire your fancy dagger - we need your help here! We have to get out of here! She looked up into the sky once again, and let out that same shrill whistle. Out of the bright, blue sky, her faithful Roc came zooming down, and grabbed Khaira with its talons! Flying over at swift speeds, it dropped Khaira, who went rolling into a roll...right into Kheldar's body! She then arose with her two blades, facing the ten wraiths and Tyrion's monstrous steed. In a whisper, she speaks to Kheldar. "Damn you, boy! Take Leetah, yourself, and just get out of here!" And then she hefted her swords at the wraiths. Was she crazy? Was she insane? No, she was just Khaira, the risk-taking, roc-riding, smiling Bardess, tkaing any and all chances for freedom...she looks to the wraiths, then... "They're gone? What the 'ell? What is this?" She looked to Kheldar again. Why wasn't he moving? He should be gone already! Dammit!In a hushed whisper to Kheldar, she once again spoke to him so only he could hear. "Get out of here, already! They are closing in...if you wish to be free, really and truly, get out!" The wraiths, the deathly abominations of life, they were all gone. Gone as quickly as they had come. Looking over to Rayek, she saw he and Shades were fighting. Tyrion would be close by, more than likely. This time, she would not escape. This would be her judgement day. Pushing down the hard lump rising in her throat, she began walking over to where Rayek and Shades are fighting, she yells out, "Stop! Stop fighting! Kulideb is not guilty! It was my idea - all my idea! If anyone should be arrested now, it should be me! Then the bardess stands there, and waits to see their reaction. Would they believe her? She didn't know. SHe took a deep breath and then, pushing fears and doubts from her mind, she began to sing a sad song, full of memory, life, death, and hopeful rebirth. As the phoenix rose from its fire and ashes, my tears hit the ground like thunder. And I knew, without a doubt in my mind, this would be the end. For years they travelled together, companions they were, holding love and trust in their hands as they journeyed together. Separate though in body, in spirit and mind they were one, one in family, in love, in trust. For one man, a bardess and a leader risked their lives and reputation. For one man, they risked their own freedom and their own life. For once, and for last, the battle to determine all was begun. Friend struck at friend, archmage at thief, bardess at wraith, until finally, when the dust cleared they realized... For years they travelled together, companions they were, holding love and trust in their hands as they journeyed together. Separate though in body, in spirit and mind they were one, one in family, in love, in trust. What drives friends and comrades to do this to one another? What emotion drives their brain so mad? Is it insanity? No! Is it lust? No! It is love, so strong, so pure, so true, that lives would be risked, freedoms would be taken....taken in the Ruins of Hillsfar. THe bardess' voice takes on a new tone then, a quiet tone, yet everybody can hear her all the same, as she sings the last verse. For years they travelled together, companions they were, holding love and trust in their hands as they journeyed together. Separate though in body, in spirit and mind they were one, one in family, in love, in trust.
Amberly 06-06-04, 03:07 PM	THe young girl looks rather confused. She looks around at all of the crystals...this definitely was different. But, still, she didn't how to *make* her powers come. They just ... came. "Well...um...I don't know, really, how to do it. I just ... do..."
kulideb 06-06-04, 03:27 PM	Kulideb dropped the dagger to the ground. ~Thank you Drindin, will I see you again?~ but his form had all ready faded from her sight. "AGUDO!" the elf called out. "Lets put a stop to this." she added sadly. Looking round at friends fighting friends.
Agudo Archmage 06-06-04, 10:27 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The welt growing around his windpipes were cutting off his air. Agudo would have smiled though, as his summoned Lion friend. Attempted to drag Leetah away to safety. Just then Khaira voice rang out near him. Begging Kheldar to run and flee this place. The Archmage of Light could feel Kheldar strength waver at what to do. Then Kulideb begged as well to stop the fight. But Kheldar was a trained assassin so close to the kill. Not realizing he was hurting Leetah by his actions. The wizard had watched until Leetah was far enough back, with the help of Leonin. If Kheldar was not willing to stop attacking the Mage. Then magic would save the day once more. Eliminster always chided Agudo for so many rings. But Agudo knew they would come in handy…like now. Taping his middle Opal colored ring, with his thumb, a magical spell takes effect. Ice Shield. A blast of circling Ice appears around Agudo’s body stinging those who touch him
Tyrion Grayleaf 06-07-04, 12:57 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongtyrion.gif Tyrion smiled and lowered his guard. "A wise choice my Lady." Whether he had meant her surrender or her dropping the dagger was unknown. . . Maybe he meant both. "Rayek! Stop enraging that human, you're making him fear the worst. We're not going to harm Lady Kulideb! Go help Agudo seize the assassin." Tyrion turned to face Shades and called out. "Sir. It is the lady's wish for this fighting to stop. There is no dishonor in sheathing your weapon. Please do so, and Kulideb and I will come to you." Tyrion awaited Shade's response. Artwork copyright © 2003. Gordon R. Quigley
Rayek 06-07-04, 02:52 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongrayek.gif Rayek muttered something under his breath as he flashed Tyrion a defiant eye. The archer then focused his attention back on Shades. "Don't worry about Kulideb. She'll be fine. It's Kharia I'd be concerned about." Rayek's voice held a hint of remorse in it. It sounded strange coming from the seemingly heartless warrior. Rayek lowered his great bow. "My sympathies for your lost niece and late sister. I suggest you try straightening up this whole ordeal with Kulideb before the trial though. Just in case the worst should happen." The cloaked elf then turned around to face Kharia, his gaze looked truly grim. "Don't try covering up Kulideb's intentions with your incessant lying. You're both guilty of plotting against Agudo. I heard your entire conversation while downstairs in the dungeons." Rayek placed a firm hand of Kharia's shoulder but then lowered his voice; almost as if he were trying to comfort the bard. "However, as far as we know, only you are guilty of actually acting on those intentions. . .Kulideb's punishment should be minimal. . ." Rayek remained silent, staring into Kharia's eyes. He could feel the horrible fear that Kharia so desperately sought to hide with her mask of bravery. Rayek couldn't help but feel a touch sorry for her. "You should have just turned your self in when I gave you the opportunity. . .I could have done more to help you then." Frowning, Rayek took a step back and turned away from Kharia. He then cleared his mind of any emotions he felt towards the bardess and focussed his thoughts towards the target that lied before him: Kheldar. Tonight was going to be that last night Kheldar ever saw; a fitting end for one who exchanged the lives of others for his own personal gain. Rayek despised people like that. . .They reminded him too much of his former rulers. . . . . .But then again, hadn't most of them been assassins too? "Kheldar's going to die tonight Kharia, and I advise you not to try and stop us. . .” Rayek shot the bard a glance from over his shoulder. ". . .doing so will only make things worse for Kulideb." Artwork copyright © 2004, Christopher C. Quigley
kulideb 06-07-04, 03:33 AM	The elf turned her gaze to Rayek, then she smiled. "Sir you misunderstand me! I'm not surrendering just calling a truce!" ~Shady!!~ the elf used her mind link to the umbra spider. ~Stay in the shadows for now..but if Rayek goes to attack distract him.~ "Agudo, if you have finished playing with Kheldar, please may we talk?" the elf crossed her arms and tapped her foot.
Leetah 06-07-04, 06:04 AM	(( Welcome to the Story Pipers Youth :) )) http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongleetah.gif Leetah's eyes lit up in horror as she watched Kheldar leap off the ledge of the wall and bear all his weight on top of Agudo's shoulders. The priestess then let out a terrible cry as half the burden of Kheldar's attack drove her off her feet and sent her crashing hard against the ground. With the wind completely knocked out of her, Leetah definitely wasn't prepared for what happened next. An invisible chain suddenly garrotted itself tightly around the cleric's neck, denying her access to the precious air around her! Desperately scratching and clawing at her throat, Leetah kicked, squirmed, and screamed all in vain as she tried to remove the constricting force around her neck. Kheldar's strangling attack on Agudo was going to kill her! Seeing her world slowly begin to fade to black, Leetah tried screaming for Agudo and Kheldar to stop, but all that came out of her were tears. With her voice gone, and her strength quickly beginning to fail her, Leetah didn't know what to do! A sharp pinch grazed the back of her neck and she blacked out. The last thing Leetah remembered was a set of powerful furry arms picking her up off the ground. . . Artwork copyright © 2004, Christopher C. Quigley
Pipers Youth 06-07-04, 11:59 AM	The only thought at that moment lingering in the battlemages head was where to put her? Agudo wanted her somewhere safe, but where? All of hillsfar was under seige. Despite this the leonin kept bounding with the young Leetah to find somewhere safe. Wait he thought, what was she doing before I carried her off? She was pulling and scratching at her neck as if a noose was pulled tight around her. Then it hit him, Agudo was at the time being strangled by his own amulet. Ofcourse, she must have cast a Sheild Other! Half of the wound's severity would be inflicted upon whoever she cast it on, while the other half of the injury would be dealt directly to her! He had to think of something fast to counter act it, but what? The battlemage could only use twenty percent of his magic if he was right on guessing the magic barrier around this Hillsafar. Just then a stray arrow came out of nowhere and peirced flesh on the back of his neck. It wasnt a deep or serious wound but it still hurt like he**! The leonin let out a roar of pain and tryed to pull the arrow out but he couldnt manage to get far beneath his beaded silver mane. Besides that he was trying to run and carry Leetah at the same time, never mind still trying to keep hold of his weapon in front of him. The leonin had bigger problems to worry about, like who were his allies and who were his enemys. He wished that he had more time to talk to Agudo after he had been summoned and had to flee with Leetah.
Branth 06-07-04, 12:57 PM	With determanied steps Branth advances on the soldiers who threaten the safety of Kulideb's people. A few of the more able bodied woman in the group went to help Branth, but he waved them off, he knew Kulideb wanted them to be safe. "Just get yourselves to that forest, Don't worry about me." The woman takes up the last stragling children and run to catch up with the group as Branth knocks away the swinging sword of one soldier. He suddenly feels an odd calling in his mind, a singing that only he can hear, coursing through his body fueling him. With a wicked little grin he brings up the swords his teacher had given him and recalls all of his training in the shadows of the wood. His blades blur as he stops one attack and the next, taking down one soldier here, another one there. He takes many hits, mostly to his unprotected back as he turns to meet new threats. With each hit he seems to get stronger, more determined, but it is short lived. One of the soldiers of the Light manages to slip past his defenses, pushing a blade into his gut. He falls to the ground and looks at the blade. But no regret shows on his face, because he knows he gave the villagers enough time to escape.......... And thus Branth falls on the field of battle, for possible the last time in his life his mind flutters back to his sister, his family, as he blacks out.
Good Knight 06-07-04, 03:01 PM	Branth One of the soldiers of the Light manages to slip past his defenses, pushing a blade into his gut. He falls to the ground and looks at the blade Not just any solder of light. But the General himself, Keldorn standing over the bloodied body of Branth. “Sorry young lad, but no one in this army betrays us for the side of darkness, and gets away with it.” The radiantheart knight cleaned his mighty sword, on the backside of the once good friend of Agudo. Turning around he orders his solders to the frontlines. Mud was everywhere, farther to the front, the trickery of the enemy created a small swamp between the walls and his Siege towers. But closer and closer the rowboats he sent out were moving into position with the ladders. Arrows on both sides were flying and death lay all around.
kulideb 06-07-04, 04:15 PM	Kulideb paled she felt as if some thing was missing! "BRANTH!" she called out loud. "Agudo, is this what you want?" a tear rolled down her face. "Bra..Branth, I carnt feel his mind any more."
Agudo Archmage 06-07-04, 04:34 PM	((DM and Kulideb I tip my hat to you kulideb :tiphat: Agudo is being chocked to death from behind, as Kheldar uses the Arcgmages own magic necklace to do it. Yet that does not stop Kulideb from verbly highbrowing the blond mage for being a war monger....But hay it Agudo's fault for he did create the Curse that was put on Messianica and now Kulideb )) :smirk:
Khaira 06-07-04, 04:53 PM	Khaira looked to Rayek, and she almost shuddered as he spoke those horrid words..."I'd be worried about Khaira.", "Kheldar's going to die tonight" and "only make thing worse for Kulideb"? This wasn't going like it was supposed to! Damn it all, this was supposed to be so easy, so simple! Khaira was supposed to sneak out with Kheldar, unseen, unchecked, and never be seen again. But things weren't working out like that! The bardess' voice was weak, small, almost defenseless-sounding. Nothing like anyone knew the bardess as. One phrase ... well, two ... echoed in her mind as her thoughts set it. Originally posted by Rayek "...it's Khaira I'd be worried about." ". . .doing so will only make things worse for Kulideb." This was the end now. It was over. SHe never thought it would quite end up like this. She always thought she would die falling off of her Roc or fighting with Agudo or playing the harp...but never this. There was still so much to do! Her actions had only brought her disgrace, now. This was not what she wanted. It wasn't supposed to end up like this... "No, Rayek, let no one be worried about this bardess. There is no worry to have." She smiled to Rayek, in spite of herself, and all that would happen to her. It was a strong smile, a smile in the fact of the fact that death would proabably come to her. It would most likely be an execution. At the very least, they would erase her mind or put her out on exile. The very thought made her sad, and it was then that the bardess noticed a certain moistness on her eye lids. "No, Rayek, do not have pity, do not have remorse. This is my life...I have walked my path many years and - though I never thought it would come to this - every path must at one time come to an end. I do not fear the executioner's blade nor the Path of the Exile. If such is the will of Tymora, then so be it. Life has been less than kind, and though I do not look forward to leaving so many memories behind, a new adventure awaits. No, do not sorrow, to not pine for that which cannot be helped. I have not led a pure life, and I knew, someday, that it would come to this..." The bardess turned then, and looked up at the open skies. Night was beginning to come out and thrive. Some stars were poking out the dark blanket of night, and looking up at the stars Khaira drew up her hood, and let the sorrows freely fall in the form of heavy, salty tears.
Kheldar Devaentar 06-07-04, 07:25 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif Kheldar yelped as soon as he felt the icy effects of Agudo's spell hit him. Suddenly he was very cold, and the shock of it all made him involuntarily release Agudo's amulet and leap off the archmage. Damn, so much for squeezing the air out of him! What's up with Khaira shooting arrows at me? Did she think I meant to kill him? And what the hell was that furry teddy bear* that jumped out and took off with Leetah? All of a sudden Kheldar realized something very strange. The sound of combat being waged around him was gone. He could still hear fighting outside the walls, but nothing to speak of inside the courtyard. A quick look around showed nearly everyone had put away their weapons, even the wraiths were gone! The hell? Then something dreadful happened, Kheldar heard the sound of his allies one by one giving up. How terrible that they had, in the end, decided to take the honorable way out. Khaira began to sing a song that made him feel like hell in the inside, and after she had finished that Kulideb said the most shocking thing! "Agudo, if you have finished playing with Kheldar, please may we talk?" Finished Playing? Did she think this was some sort of dress rehearsal?!? Kheldar had been trying to knock the man out! And Kheldar was positive Agudo wanted to skin him alive! Dammit. All was lost! Well, for his allies anyway. . . But that was their decision. Kheldar thought it a poor one, but what was done, was done. Well, at least they stood a chance of surviving a trial, Kheldar knew he didn't. As much as he regretted their decision, he knew they would regret his as well - ditching them. Kheldar sadly shook his head at Kulideb and Khaira. It was the only way he could quickly tell them there was nothing he could do for either of them. Then he flapped his cloak around himself and vanished from sight. The snipers along the wall looked on with shock. They all knew they were defeated. Some dropped their bows and foolishly ran, hoping against all hope the soldiers of the Army of Light would show them more mercy than the dreaded Agudo Messianica had preached to them about. The more sensible ones lowered their bows and awaited their capture, trying to make the best of what they perceived would be the last chance they'd ever have with their friends again. Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley *((Just roleplaying an angry person, I mean no disrespect to the player, welcome aboard Pipper's Youth! Thanks for joining in! :)))
Khaira 06-07-04, 09:35 PM	Khaira wondered what Kheldar had been doing. Turning her head sleightly, she saw him shaking his head. He was leaving then, deserting his own skin. Well, we all must do what we all must do, she thought. Her eyes were still dripping sorrow and guilt as she chanced a glanced at the rogue and winked. Just before he dissapeared, she mouthed, "To you, the best, my free-willed friend." Looking up into the sky again, the Bardess got a glimpse of her Roc riding the night skies. It let out a cry, a sad cry, and all those below can only help but wonder...if this creature is only the bardess' mount, how can the cry be so full of sorrow for its master, if it only has instinctive intelligence? But they can only guess... Swiftwing, my companion and friend, please do not do anything rash. This is a path I must trod now....
Agudo Archmage 06-08-04, 02:40 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley His head snapped forward with the release by the deadly Rogue. The blond hair mage was on his knees holding his throat. Agudo gagged and spat out blood, with tears in his eyes. Then as he turned his head, Agudo could see Kheldar with this distraught look on his face. It was a familiar emotion to recognize. The look of friends abandoning him. Agudo strangely enough, felt sympathy for Kheldar. For he felt the same way, seeing Khaira and Kulideb, fighting on the side of the enemy. Then like most assassins, he ran for his life. Using his Rogue skills, Kheldar vanished. At first Agudo was angry at the loss of Kheldar. But Agudo knew this was not over...Not until Kheldar payed the price for his greed. Then slowly Agudo found his voice, it was horse when he spoke. Yet within a few minutes the mage was able to speak. “The coward has abandonee you Kharia!” Agudo stood slowly with sadness in his eyes. “Your misguided attempt at saving Kheldar life, nearly cost Leetah’s hers!” He walked up to Khaira and just looked at her for a long while. Until finally he spoke. “Your songs of friendship and loyalty are beautiful… But you have forgotten the meaning of the words” He turned with that last stinging thought. Yet before walking over to Kulideb he added. “Kheldar was paid many coins to murder me, so that Messianica, could take away others freedom of choice, to practice their religion.. You Khaira choose to save that assassin, over the loyalty!… The friendship!…The bond between us.” With a swirl of his cape Agudo turns and glares at Khaira. “Was it worth it?” Then just as suddenly, he turns his back once more, walking briskly to Kulideb. Seeing Rayek and Tyrion, Agudo stops and gives a sad smile. “Please good friends of the Light, put the Backstabber-Bard in magical chains. Take her to my tent She shall be tried for treason and if found guilty…” The Archmage of Light emotionally choked on the last words. Turning to Kulideb he found his strength again. Holding up his hand to cut off any conversation. A magical glow around Agudo mouth suddenly appeared. And Agudo voice boomed off the rooftops for miles around (Citizens of Hillsfar, I am Agudo the Archmage of Light. I walk within the city my Power is unaffected by the dead Messianica evil creatures. You have one choice... leave with Kulideb or face my judgment!) The fear that Messianic, put into her people, about Agudo. Sent chills through hearts of all, who huddled in the city. They knew that all was lost, now that this monster Agudo was in the city. Their only hope was to flee with Kulideb. Looking into his favorite student eyes, he shook his head. “I do not blame you Kulideb… for it was my own doing that has brought you here. Some day in the future, I pray that you shall understand why, and how, this Curse happened. But the people need you now, and look to you for hope. Take them far away, they must leave withen two hours no more time will be given. As far as Branth, I shall see what has happen, as soon as I can I promise” With that Agudo did not even wait for a response for Kulideb, he turned and spoke to Leetah. “Help the people of this evil city my dear, after you have healed yourself…. And thank you for being so compassionate, even when Kheldar nearly got you killed. For your goodness is beyond his greed and bloodlust” Glancing at Leonin Agudo gave a polite bow. “Your free of the Ring my friend. No longer are you bound to the Genie wishes that put you there. For you used your power to save a life ...instead of using your battle-magic to fight for the sake of fighting. Do as wish Leonin, I look forward in seeing you in the future.” Agudo hands twitched and sparkles of blue and white dust could be seen. As he slowly levitated onto a tall tower. Two guards there were struck with fear at the mages sight. For they not only saw the fight below. The guards heard Agudo warning of judgment. They ran down the stairs with great speed. But Agudo didn’t pay much attention to that. He looked out unto the field of battle sighing at the bloodshed.
kulideb 06-08-04, 03:46 AM	The elf watched Kheldar disapear, she sighed heavily. ~No, Kheldar I'm not doing this to abandon you, I'm just trying to save your life...Kheadar..please watch over Khaira.~ The elf walked over to Khaira and embraced her. "Do not give up hope yet my Lady or through the dark days to come." she whispered in to Khairas ear. She stepped away and glanced at Agudo. "Ready." she said sadly.
Kanzeil 06-08-04, 05:46 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkanzeil.gif All was quiet back at the tents outside of Hillsfar, save for the soft snoring of the soldier's who were too grievously wounded during the Nishruu and Hakeshar attack to participate in the siege against the great city. Kanzeil knelt down beside one such soldier, quietly tending to the man's wounds. With most of his Cleric's slain after the betrayal of the Elven Queen, he was one of the only healer's left in the Army of Light. A few more of his students had stayed behind also to offer aid to the dying, but they had all ran out of spells hours ago and were now resting to regain their strength. Kanzeil appeared to be the only one awake at the camp. "What a waste of my time and energy." Kanzeil grumbled to himself and he finished patching up one sleeping man and moved on to the next. This was some mundane job that Leetah should be doing, not him! She actually enjoyed this sort of thing. This. . .helping of others. Kanzeil laughed. Well, then again, I guess I'm technically supposed to enjoy this too, seeing as I am the Great Kanzeil after all. Head Priest of the Chapel of the Healing Hand and master in the divine practices of Healing and Redemption! Kanzeil's laughter heightened. The fact that he had been proclaimed as a master of Redemptions particularly amused him. Redemptions was really nothing more than a anagram which described what he really was. Kanzeil stood up and wiped the blood off his hands on one sleeping soldier's white tunic. He had had enough healing for one night. Maybe in the morning he'd resume. Helping save human lives sickened him to the pit of his stomach. He'd be glad once this whole sherade was over with. Training Leetah had been more than he bargained for. Stepping outside of the tents to get some air, Kanzeil's eyes fell on the bodies of four dead soldiers and one dead boy. The priest rolled his eyes as he made his way to their bloodied corpses. He supposed Keldorn would want him to do something about the dead men and kid. Couldn't he have at least had their bodies dragged into the tents? It was cold outside, and Kanzeil didn't feel like casting any spells in the cold. Oh well, one must do as one must do. If I don't at least try to do something to help these guys I'll probably draw unnecessary suspicion towards myself. I wonder what a boy's doing out here anyway? Shouldn't he be inside the town with his parents? Wait a second. . . Kanzeil crouched down beside the lad and took a closer look at him. The priest's eyes immediately recognized the boy. It was Branth, the little young dragon that he and Leetah had helped save. What was he doing out here? Had he been the cause of all the commotion earlier. Kanzeil grinned at the thought. "So. . .Is this what became of you my brave little warrior? Died while helping the side of our enemies? Tsk Tsk Tsk. . .Whatever shall your mother think?" Kanzeil raised himself back to his feet and began to walk towards the tents. If anyone questioned him why he hadn't tended to them he'd simply state he fell asleep while working on the ailments of the others. His sleep was more important then those fool's lives. Let the buzzards pick at them! The priest made it half way back to the tents and then stopped. Leetah had been away for a long time now. Maybe it would be a good idea to march into Hillsfar and find her. He didn't dare lose her again, not after that first time! Some bloody Leprechaun had abducted her on a whim months ago, and it had caused him an awful lot of trouble. No. . .Sleep would have to wait. He needed to check on his student. Walking past Branth's body again, Kanzeil stopped and studied the boy. Hadn't he had some sort of telepathic link with the woman who had teleported Leetah into Hillsfar? Perhaps he could help him find her. "Well, so long as your just lying there, you may as well be of some use to me." Kanzeil lowered himself down to the boy again and dug his hand into the collar of his white and gold uniform. As soon as his fingers felt the smooth cold surface of his holy symbol, he pulled it out. Gleaming in the moonlight between Kanzeil's fingers was a small black disk with a purple rim around it. The priest closed his eyes and began to chant a spell. "Goddess of Secrets who resides in the night, Grant me a taste of your omnipotent might. Let wag the tongue of this bloodied cadaver, To answer my question on any subject matter. Speak with Dead!" Blood red eyes burst open as an inhuman grin spreads across Kanzeil's lips. When the priest speaks next a haunting echo accompanies his voice. The man had transformed into a truly horrifying sight! "Branth! Where was the last place you remember Kulideb being before your telepathic link with her was severed by death? Answer me!" Artwork copyright © 2004, Christopher C. Quigley
ruthia 06-08-04, 10:43 AM	Kanziel gets no response....... Maybe the boy isn't as dead as he seems?????
Pipers Youth 06-08-04, 12:06 PM	((None taken Kheldar, thanks)):) The battlemage had far since already let Leetah down to regain her strength. Now he had time to tend to his wounds. He then reached behind his neck and yanked the stray arrow out throwing it on the ground. This was no easy task for a leonin considering he had to get past his long beaded mane, but he managed. He then looked at his tattered old robes and his dull battle armor, he had been imprisoned in that ring to long. Then he looked down at his weapon, it still had it's crimson luster, he gave a sigh and rubbed his head longing for sleep.
Kanzeil 06-08-04, 02:39 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkanzeil.gif Kanzeil's eyes widened with curiosity. What was going on? In life the boy had perceived him as a friend. There was no way for him to resist the effects of his spell. Why wasn't he answering him!?!? ". . .Unless. . ." Leaning in closer to the child, Kanzeil extended two fingers and jabbed them under Branth's jaw. The boy still had a pulse. Ugh! No wonder the spell failed. He needs to be dead in order for it to work. No matter. Ending this child's life shall be a simple task. Raising both his hands in the air, Kanzeil called out for the dark powers of his goddess again. Only this time , the necromantic energies he had summoned swirled together to form a large pulsating orb of twilight. Negative energy crackled along the surface of the orb as Kanzeil lowered his hands and watched the ebony sphere descend upon the unconscious boy. Soon the boy would be fit to answer his questions. . . .CHING. . . Kanzeil stopped, the black orb hovering only inches away from the boy's body. He wasn't alone. The sound of metal scraping against metal was very near. . . .CHING CHING CHING. . . "Who's there!?" The priest snapped his fingers and the ball of darkness dissolved into a cloud of thick black smoke. He didn't dare let someone see him kill the boy. That would cause him all kinds of problems. Had one of the soldiers waken up? Unlikely. They were all too wounded to even move. Perhaps it had been one of his students? But that was even more unlikely. None of them wore metallic armor. "Show yourself!" CHING CHING CHING CHING CHING CHING CHING CHING CHING CHING CHING CHING CHING CHING CHING CHING CHING CHING CHING CHING CHING CHING CHING CHING CHING CHING CHING CHING CHING CHING CHING CHING CHING CHING CHING CHING CHING CHING CHING CHING CHING CHING CHING CHING CHING CHING CHING CHING Kanzeil jumps to his feet and spins around scanning the area. The chain shirts on all of the soldiers Branth had killed were violently thrashing as if a fierce wind were blowing! But the air was perfectly calm this night. What was going on? "Hello there, Tanar'ri." The familiar voice had come from behind. . .It was Mazenda, a damnable she-devil who had been assembled into the same partnership as him. She had been brought on board because of her impressive ability to manipulate all chains within a twenty foot proximity. As it was his job to train Leetah until she was familiar enough with the divine arts to be of use to his master, it was her job to keep the girl restrained and under control when he had finished teaching her. Leetah still posed a great threat to the old mage he was taking orders from. She needed to be securely bound until the old wizard became powerful enough to deal with her himself. His first encounter with the healer had been less than desirable. "What do you want Kython? I'm still busy preparing our little package. Why have you come!?" The Chain Devil walked up behind Kanzeil and leaned up against his shoulder. She then playfully ran her fingers through the priest's hair, more intent on messing it up then actually causing the man any pleasure. "Our master grows impatient Tanar'ri. You've been working with the girl for a long time now. He wants to know how much longer it's going to be until she's ready." Kanzeil batted the Devil away and took a few steps forward. He hated Devils, they were an enemy to his people! "Soon. . .She may even be joining me back to the chapel as soon as tomorrow. It all depends on how well she performs on the final task I assign her. So kindly buzz off and leave me alone until I call for you. And for the record, tell 'Master' that a few months is not a long time to teach a mid level Cleric how to cast high level spells! He should be grateful I trained her as fast as I did!" Keeping his back to Mazenda, Kanzeil knelt down beside Branth and summoned his black orb back into existance. First he'd kill this boy, then find out where Kulided took Leetah, then command Leetah to perform one final task. If she succeeded, then he'd accompany her back to the chapel tomorrow. But first Branth needed to die! "Don't waste your energy." Kanzeil growled. "I saw the girl with some friends over by Hillsfar Keep. I think they were all inside the courtyard." "I TOLD YOU, BEAT IT!!!" Kanzeil stood up and stuffed his holy symbol back into his collar. He then stormed off towards Hillsfar Keep grumbling something to himself. Mazenda smiled as she watched the priest walk away. She then waved good-bye to her aggravated comrade and disappeared into the night. Artwork copyright © 2004, Christopher C. Quigley
Khaira 06-08-04, 05:43 PM	Through that bardess' blurred vision, she looked unto Agudo as he just ... stared at her. Within the shadows of her drawn up hood, Agudo can see the line of the tears have made lines of clean among the blood and dirt on the bardess' once beautiful face. She now realized that she had made a mistake. She had been vain in believing in Kheldar, perhaps.He was just a clone ... not the same Kheldar she had once known. But, no! She wished that could not be right but deep inside, she knew it was a mistake to such a rash thing. "What's done is done," she thought. But then Agudo made a truly biting comment. “Your songs of friendship and loyalty are beautiful… But you have forgotten the meaning of the words” "I have only one thing to say to you, Agudo...just because I did not take your side in this bloody, blasted battle, does not mean that I have forsaken friendship, love, and loyalty! There can never be black and white in these bloody wars, Agudo...just shades of grey. Just blood being spilled, lives being taken, families being ruined. Perhaps some day you can understand that, and then, perhaps, you will understand what I did, and why. It is not as simple as you would believe, for I chose to believe in something ... someone. I know you cannot understand, and I cannot hope that you will want to. But now I say to you...do what you will with me, for there is no more pride within my body. And Agudo..." She leaned close to Agudo after throwing all of her weapons down and holding her hands to her sides - just so they could see that she was not attempting to make an assassination attempt. And the bardess whispered into Agudo's ear. "That love, that friendship, that bond, still holds true in my heart, and it will still hold true in my heart, until the day that I die...whenever and where-ever that may be. You must understand...to believe in someone is the greatest love and the greatest risk that one can take..." With that, she stepped away from Agudo as Kulideb came to her and embraced her, and whispered words into her ear. "Aa'lle omaramin au'nu tinta silma ratamen, Arwenamin ar'Sha'Quessir." (May you and I meet again under the sparkling starlit path soon, my lady and friend) The bardess then made what could very well be her last, final act, as she bowed low, even coming into a kneeling position to Kulideb, and then to Agudo. She took a dagger out of her boot, then, and slit her weapon belt, letting it fall to the ground in front of her. Her swords, too, lay in that pile along with her bow and arrows. Last, but not least, a pouch came untied from her belt, holding all of her valuables, as well as her gleaming chain mail, and a ring. The bardess then turned to Tyrion, and Rayek; her hood was still drawn over her head, and her head was bowed as she stood up as she held out her arms to the two to be bound or led away - whatever was the case. The once gallant, charismatic, graceful bard was no longer any of these - she was disgraced, ashamed, and perhaps, she was already dead, in spirit. There she awaited prison, where she would most likely sit until the trial took place...When she spoke, her voice was choked up and the musical performer simply smoke as a lost and failed beggar. "Whatever you must do, be done with it. Parade me around the town, if you wish. Pierce my scalp on the end of a spear and raise it above the town. Knock me down, and let the army kick me and stomp over me. Whatever your wish is, let it be done. I am done. I care not, anymore, for without love nor friends, I am nothing. A mistake, I have made, most dreadful. But if I must take the burder of being made a lesson of...so be it. Let it be done."
ruthia 06-08-04, 09:53 PM	FAR FAR AWAY FROM THE BATTLE........... A woman dressed in wher hide pants and a tough where hide shirt kneels in her garden pulling weeds. She hums a happy little tune as she weeds, children play happily around her. A group of 5 adults stand not far from the children in the shade of an overhang, chatting about mundan things in the heat of the day. A man dressed in black robes stands with his arm around the shoulder of a woman with waist lenght silver hair. Next to them stands a man with short red hair who holds hands shyly with a danty looking woman who looks oddly pixie like. And to one side of each couple stands a man in red robes. Ruthia smiles over her shoulder as she looks at her family from her position in the garden. It was good to have the whole family together again. Malendor seemed to be healing nicely, both mentally and physically. Star's burns have nearly dissappeared with treatment and Ramoth also seems mentally well once more. Zayle and Ormus are glad to have the family back together, and the kids have thrived because of it. Yes all seemed happy Ruthia thought as she stands to strech her tired back. Except one nagging problem. Ruthia turns to face the direction in which plain where Agudo's School lays. She had not heard from Branth in quite some time and that bothered her. Ramoth and Malendor sense their mother's uneasiness and walk to her side. Malendor touches her shoulder, "Mother, what is wrong?" Ramoth looks at her mother with concern. "Yes Mother, what is bothering you?" Ruthia gives as sad sigh as the rest of the family join them at the edge of the garden. "Branth has not contacted me in several weeks. Brad went to the school to check on him, but he was not there. All he could bring me was words of war between the school and some city. I fear......." Ruthia trails of suddenly, her body position stiffens. Ramoth and Malendor also stiffen, as if all of them were recieving the same message at the same time. Ruthia walks away from the group with a scream of rage that turns into a keening cry that hurts all human ears as she changes into her dragon form. As she lets off her keen it can be heard echoed through out Pern as all the dragons of Pern feel Branth's nearness to death. Ruthia the White dragon of Pern gives two down beats of her powerful wings and dissappears Between........ Ramoth and Malendor turn to everyone else. "Branth dies, Mother goes to him to see if she can save him. She will need us. Come there isn't much time." Everyone rushes back to Cove Hold to dress for riding, pack, and find care for the kids. Soon Zayle and Ormus find themselves astrided a silver dragon, Star upon a red one. The two dragons, equal in size and stature but much bigger then the white who raised them, give several beats of their wings and also dissappear.............. ((OOC: There, I got the whole family coming :D It's a reunion! Yup, but the reunion is on hold for a bit, A: Because I was asked to and B: because I need to find all those passwords again )):embarrass
kulideb 06-09-04, 10:29 AM	The elf tried her best to fight back the tears. She bowed her head to Khaira and watched with a heavy heart as the lady was led away. She wondered if Helator still had his troops fighting. She wraped her arms round her body, hugging her self. She felt so alone. ~Kheldar?~ ~Drindin?~ ~Branth?~ She tried to contact each of those she had a link too, strange not so long ago she had wanted her mind back all to her self and now...' be careful for what you whish for', came to mind. She wiped away a tear that had escaped, dropped her hands down to her sides and tried to hold her head up, she han't done any thing to be ashamed about.
Good Knight 06-09-04, 02:28 PM	The rowboats came up to the wall. Some on fire others lay in ruin near by. But a half dozen were able to bring up their ladders. The defending Hillsfar solders, used poles to push off the enemy ladders, and some used hooks to grab on to them. Pulling the army of light fighters still on the ladder up over the top of the wall. To be slaughtered! This went on for hours until Keldorn had hundreds of boats, rowing back and forth, with fighters climbing up and on to the walls. Even during all this the Catapults continued to send down a hail of death, at the key parts of the city battlements. Finally with the south wall secured the radiant heart knight made his way over. Seeing Agudo on a tower talking with his solders. Keldorn marched up to him grabbed him with both hands on the mages shoulder and laughed. “I knew you could do it Agudo! If anyone could take this city from within the walls, it was you. I truly thought we would need at least another month, before I stood here. Yet when the city guards saw you defiantly standing atop this tower. Many fled, and those who fought on, died with their fanaticism of Messianica with them. A cheer went up and victory horns blew as the other solder of light to the high ground of the fallen city of Hillsfar. Seeing his old friend sad Keldorn asked what needed to be said. “I take it that the message you received from Rayek was true? That Khaira was stabbing you in the back by help the assassin.”
Kheldar Devaentar 06-10-04, 06:08 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif Kheldar knotted the last bag of gold he could fit under his cloak and sighed deeply. . . This was nowhere near enough gold to make him feel better!!! What a terrible day. . . At least while everything was going to hell outside the castle keep there was no one around to protect the royal vault! An opportunity such as this was one that couldn't be missed! Any way, it was either he took as much of his payment from Messianica as he could, or leave it all for Agudo to take, and Kheldar didn't want that!! As the rogue gone assassin stood up he stretched his arms to ensure all the bags tied inside his cloak were tightly secured. . . None of them fell, but they certainly made his cloak heavy! "Hey! You're not supposed to be in here!!!" Kheldar immediately spun around with a crossbow readied. Lucky for him it was only one of Messianica's men. . . Kheldar decided to spare him, not that it made a lot of difference any way. They were all dead men walking at this point. Instead he fired his bolt just inches above the man's head, then escaped while the guard covered his face like a child. Outside things were much quieter and the air was getting colder. The catapults had stopped their assault against the castle walls and soldiers from the Army of Light patrolled the streets with a look of bloodlust in their eyes. They wanted every last servant of Messianica either detained or killed, Kheldar would bet on the latter. Kheldar quietly made his way from one patch of shadow to the next. Patiently waiting for soldiers to stroll past him and careful not to make a sound with all the coins he was carrying. After a while, the only thing between him and escaping Hillsfar's outer wall was the stack of barrels he was hiding behind. Carefully he peeked over the barrels, but he ducked his head back down when his dark vision caught something. Two soldiers coming his way. ". . .Yeah Matt you should have seen her. She was nothing like I remember her. Before she looked so proud and full of energy! I mean, she was one of the Army's commander's wasn't she? Now she's. . . I dunno. . . she's like a scratched shell of her former self. . . She's still nice though. Even that sinister elven archer was nice to her after she gave up. He was real gentle when putting the manacles on her. . . It's really a shame ya know, I hear she's supposed to be executed for what she did." "No! There's supposed to be a trial, isn't there?" "Well, yeah. But who's gonna defend her? She's practically pleased guilty already. . . I dunno if it's going to do her any good. . ." The voices disappeared around a corner. Kheldar peeked over the barrels again, then ran out of the city. Suddenly he wanted out very quickly. There were soldiers outside the walls too, but they were too busy pushing around the Hillsfar refugees to notice the fleeting assassin vanish into the night. Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
Agudo Archmage 06-10-04, 12:53 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley A few arrows were shot his way, every few minutes. For some reason The Archmage of Light just didn’t care. Some bounced off his magical shield that he had put up. Most went wiled, do to the fierceness of the battle around. He just let out a long sigh and pondered what had taken place over the last seven months. One burly man, bleeding on one side of the face, was as tall as he was ugley, came up with axe in hand. A mad look in his eyes said, he was ready to die, and wanted to take the monster that destroyed his religion. Agudo heard the scream of the axe wielding man. Yet with barely a turn by the blond haired wizard. He pointed his hand at the deadly opponent. A projectile flashed from one of the many-jeweled rings, on Agudo’s hand. It slammed into the man stomach so hard... the half crazed fanatic left the ground, feet and arms straight out. The axe was torn away, flying out and over the side of the tower. With the former wilder following close behind. Ironically the axe just barely missed Agudo’s hated assassin Kheldar by inches; as the dastardly foe escapes with some of his blood money. The mage took some comfort In his Ring of Ram working so well. He had taken it from a cruel wizard in Amn, many years ago on an adventure with…. Just then hearing the voice of his old and dear friend that he was thinking about. Agudo turns to see the battle strong, but brave Knight Keldorn, walking up to him . Giving one of his famous bare hugs, Agudo could not help but smile. Sad as it may have been. Keldorn “I take it that the message you received from Rayek was true? That Khaira was stabbing you in the back by help the assassin.” Letting his head down slightly he nodded. “She betrayed me for the man who murdered me! Why? Did she love Kheldar?” Agudo shook his head tears in his eyes. “ I never thought that Khaira would aid someone, who gladly assassinated a close friend to her. The lust of coin was Kheldar reason for his action. But Khaira? Would she be so happy if I was as quick to aid the blood thirsty murderer of her?” They talked for several minutes as the troops secured the city. “Come let us return to the camp. I have given Kuldeb a short time to remove the last of the Messianic followers. Lets stop by and see her before we return the camp.” Down in the streets he sees Kulideb. He bends down on his knees as she cries. “Kulideb my dear student of Light. I did not know that you of all people would be burden by my creation. Yet it was you who killed Messianica and it you Kulideb she has cursed with her burden. Yet I shall see you in the future that I know and take heart for your life may be heavy but the goodness you do next will be talked about in the stars” With that Agudo stood and headed for the gates of the city.
kulideb 06-10-04, 04:18 PM	The elf felt as if some one had taken her heart out, here and there fights still broke out between the diffrent groups. The elf knew she would leave with the people of hillsfar. "I hear that Khaira will be put I trial, please dont judge her harshly as from the tales I have heard your soul isnt so snowy white either, I just ask that I'm allowed to return just to see the trial." The little elf turned and looked as people began to gather round carrying a few of their belongings ready to leave the place they had made their home. "Agudo, I will carry your curse." she said looking into the Archmages eyes.
Drindin 06-10-04, 11:21 PM	Shades Shades finaly regained his composure. "What of the refugees? How have they fared? I must know! They are as much my people as they are Kulideb's!" Krissy Krissy noticed that the city had been won over, for the most part. She went and found one of Keldorn's soilders. "Excuse me, sir, could you lead me into town? My Guardian is in there. It is imperitive that I find her."
Leetah 06-11-04, 04:27 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongleetah.gif ". . .Mr Agudo. . ." If the Archmage stopped and turned around he would see Leetah standing a few yards away from him. Part of her grey cloak was wrapped loosely around her neck, possibly to hide the scars she had inflicted on herself. ". . .I. . .I tried to help as many survivors as I could but. . .I'm quickly running out of spells. There is one spell that I know that may be able to cure all the wounded at once, but. . ." Leetah paused for a moment, clearly feeling a little uneasy about what she had to say next. ". . .It would require all of the wounded to gather together as closely as possible. That includes the inhabitants of Hillsfar as well as your soldiers. . ." The healer remained where she was, now twiddling her thumbs. ". . .I tired to gather a few people together, but no one will listen to me! The Soldier's of Light simply refuse to go anywhere near the denizens of Hillsfar, and the people of Hillsfar are all too terrified of our troops to stand near them." Leetah looked up towards Agudo, a glint of hope in her eyes. "I was wondering if maybe you could gather all of the wounded together. The soldier's respect you too much to go against your word, and. . ." Leetah lowered her voice. ". . .the villagers are all too deathly afraid of you to oppose your command." The healer found herself frowning and looking down towards the ground. She then quickly shook her head and raised her gaze back to Agudo, trying her best to look hopeful again. ". . .I would only need them together for a few moments, and with that spell you cast earlier to amplify your voice, you'd be able to gather everyone together at once!" Leetah's voice then suddenly dropped in enthusiasm again. "That is. . .unless you'd rather not bring everyone together out of fear that they might start fighting again. It's your decision Mr Agudo, but I know that I won’t be able to help everyone if they're divided like this. . .I’ll run out of spells. I could always administer non-magical first-aid, but then there's no way that I'd be able to tend to all the wounded of Hillsfar before their two hours are up. Treating individuals without the aid of magic is a much slower process. . .and countless would die while they waited for. . ." Leetah suddenly stopped in mid sentence and started blinking. The girl then looked down to the ground as spots of red donned on her cheeks. "I. . .I'm sorry Mr Agudo. I talk too much. I should be listening for your answer instead of wasting your time." Leetah kept quiet as she waited for the Archmage's reply. She then turned her head slightly towards the leonin Battle Mage and looked at him with curious eyes. She had never seen such a creature in all her life. He was really quite beautiful to look at. Suddenly realizing that she was staring, Leetah tore her gaze away from the mage and looked back towards the ground. Her face reddened further. Artwork copyright © 2004, Christopher C. Quigley
Agudo Archmage 06-11-04, 12:16 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The Archmage of Light was walking to the gate. Thinking about Kulideb’s words, of a snow-white soul. When Leetah called to him. She was concerned for the needs of the many over the needs of the few…her own. Agudo gave a half smile to Leetah. “Your heart is always in the right place lady of virtue. Yet I ask that you work with Kulideb on this compassionate project. For she shall lead them into the unknown. He paused then gave her a hug. “ Leetah you may stand by this gate and as the people of HillsFar shamble by. You should do as your heart desire and cast those loving healing spells of yours.” Then letting go of Leetah he added one more thing. “As far as the Army of Light…. I cannot ask the wounded to be brought into the city. Most have been taken by other Clerics back to the camp. It is good of you to be so merciful. So do not be sad about your idea. For in a better world your way would be the right way.” Agudo gave a simple but respectful bow to Leetah and then walked through the gates to the Army of Light Camp…. And to the sad fate of his friend Khaira. ******* :bounce: :bounce: :bounce: :bounce: ((((OOC THANK YOU ALL.)))) This is a perfect time to end this chapter of the saga of Messianica. Part of it will continue on Khaira own MOP story called the Trail of Khaira. Khaira will be DM it and I hope you all join. And hopefully with a big ((HINT)) to Chris and Gordon. That they will get their own story going soon on the boards. For Agudo will be most interested in bringing the dirty murderous assassin Kheldar to justice as well…. And getting his front teeth back. :twitch: :P Thank you all once more for everyone made this game possible, and its people like you that make playing here fun Your friend Agudo. :tiphat:
Kanzeil 06-11-04, 01:54 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/kanzeil.jpg ........................(( Don't worry Agudo, our story should be starting up fairly soon. :) ))
Khaira 06-11-04, 04:24 PM	Back at the school, in the bardic class, all was mass chaos. The students hadn't even heard from their beloved teacher in ... forever. They had gotten news, however, that she was fighting over in Hillsfar, and that though she had had several close calls,she would return. In fact, Penelope Dragonfly had come to the class herself, having have returned from Hillsfar, and told her students that Khaira was alive, and still as feisty as ever! However, the students had jsut heard - recently, in fact - that Khaira was to be put on trial, for treason against Agudo! "Miss Khaira would never do that!" "No she wouldn't! Khaira loves Master Agudo as a friend, she must have been under some spell!" "Khaira under a spell? Never! That could never happen!" "I bet there's a huge misunderstanding - that's the only possiblity!" One student, obviously some sort of self-proclaimed expert, and one with more bardic music than any of them (he had had several performances and ventures outside of the school already), stands up and walks to the front of the room. "Well, what are we all sitting here, just talkin' for!? We have to go to Hillsfar, and convince Agudo that Khaira is really a good person! She can't be executed - there's still so much to learn from her!" One of the other students, a pixie, flutters up above the crowd, and in a rather high pitched voice, yells something. "I know! Let's go talk to Lady Hoot! I'm sure she can help us out!" There was mass approval in the crowd of the class as the students began to jump up, gather up their supplies, and rush out the door in search of Lady Hoot!
ruthia 06-11-04, 05:58 PM	((Playing a little here, hope you don't mind. I'll change it if need be.)) As Agudo walks to his army a shout goes out. Mostly it sounds like a cheer as them men of the army see their beloved captian returning victoiouse over the enemy. But some where in the back a scream starts, quite at first but getting louder as Agudo gets closer. Soon he can here the words "DRAGON! DRAGON!DRAGON!" As several of his soldiers seem to be panicing over something. To support their yells a gout of flame appears to rip through the massed soldiers.............
Khaira 06-12-04, 02:15 AM	Evander came up out of his meditative reverie, looking about him as he realized where he was. As he walked to the window, and looked outside, he felt rather guilty. Here he was, getting free room, board, food, and hospitality, and in return he was supposed to take the secrets from this school, all of them. It was mad! Insane! "Why did they send me here? Why? What can this simple school, only interested in the good of all, be hiding? It's just a smattering of young individuals, and some old, trying to learn from each other. Stupid! The work of fools, this is!" As he looked outside, he noted how peaceful and serene it was. It was a sharp contrast to what he felt within his soul. He wondered how long he would have to be here before he would complete the charge set before him by his superiors. He turned away from the window, strapping on his weapons and armor as he turned towards the door. Perhaps a walk would ease his mind sleightly. Moving out the door and down the hallway, he began passing the mostly empty classrooms. He came to one class where it sounded like all anarchy was breaking out. What kind of teacher would allow their students to run rampant like this!? Turning towards the door, he noted the sign - "Khaira Amastacia, Bardess Extraordinairre". "Khaira? As in, THE Khaira Amastacia, Bardess of the Harpers? What's she doing here? For that matter, where is she?" Evander listened for a little bit longer - it sounded like Khaira was in some sort of trouble. The heroine had become the victim now...she had fallen prey to being framed for treason or murder or something like that...it sounded like Headmaster Agudo, the Archmage who owned this school, wanted vengeance on her. But why? "Maybe someone should go talk to this Agudo guy and convince him that Khaira really isn't that bad of a person..." He jumped back then as all of the students began coursing out of the classroom, on their way to find Lady Hoot. He fell in behind the students, un noticed, on their way to find Lady Hoot...
kulideb 06-12-04, 10:37 AM	"Tis a sad day!" said a man, spitting on the ground, a bloody rag was wraped round his head. The elf chose to ignore his insult. "I heard that Leetah, offered to heal any who needed it, but they must be gatherd up in to one place." She looked round, scanning the people for a sign og Helator but could find none she hadnt heard what had become of him, she hoped he lived. She picked up her pack and began to lead the people out of Hillsfar, they would meet up with the women and children by the woods but first she hoped that Leetah would still be willing to heal those who needed it. The gates of the city stood open, the elf sighed. "we will not shuffle out of here in shame! So lift up your heads!"
Agudo Archmage 06-12-04, 01:29 PM	DM Sub Note. Anyone wishing to post here may. Lots of you have your sub story going on and it does not need to stop until your ready. I was just giving some free advertising for Chris, Gordon and Khaira games. :D on my last post. As well as to show the main part of the War story has come to an end..... For now! :smirk: *** http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The walk back was filed with cheers and raised swords, and other blooded weapons in salute too Agudo. He put on a brave face as he walked by. Waving at the army as he moved closer to the main camp. Apparently there was some commotion. For several solder were running around yelling about a dragon. “Off all the ill timing! What would a dragon be doing about at this particular moment.?” The Archmage of Light was mumbling this, as he moved through the heart of the camp. “Did Messianica have other friends on her side, like those winged creatures?” A roar went out and flames could be seen. Solders just a head, jumped and rolled on the ground, patting flames out. The blond haired Wizard stopped. Not out of fear but shock of the familiar sound. “Ruthia?” Agudo rushed forward in true concern. “Ruthia! It is I, Agudo… I am here my friend.” He looks around at women and men laying on the ground in pain. “What has happen?” http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Lady Hoot stood outside with Dangerfly. She had received the news just a few hours before hand. Knowing that some would like to help Khaira. The wise white owl had prepared a filled trip for the students. “Now stay in line. Remember this will be a graded assignment. You all signed legal papers that pointed out…. that many projects at the school are dangerous… This includes filed trips as well. Please have your last will and testament ready as you walk by.” She did not need to explain why, for Penelope Dangerfly had her latest invention ready to go. It stood a forty feet wide and almost as long. It had wings and was shaped like an arrow. Once again a giant sling shot like device, set ready to launch this news of dangerous contraptions. That earned Dangerfly her name. Lady Hoot flapped her wings and softly asked so as not t be over heard. “What do you call this again Penelope/ The female Gnome brushed some curly red hair out of her face and smiled. “Tis 00001 Flying Do Hicky Glider” She said proudly. “I haven’t tested it yet, so this will be fun for us all.” She then winked at the owl. “Make sure the students understand, their be no guaranty that we all be making it back” With that she hop right in and as soon as the last person was aboard…..SWOOOSH
ruthia 06-12-04, 01:43 PM	The white dragon turns her head to the sound of Agudo's voice. Her eyes flash ferecly as she shifts postions and for one brief moment Agudo get the brief glimps of the body she is apparently protecting. She looks directly at Agudo and send a gout of flame directly at him.
Ramoth 06-12-04, 01:55 PM	Landing between Agudo and the white, a silver dragon appears from nowhere with two riders on it's back. The one dressed in red slids off the dragons back and runs to the white, apariantly chanting some kind of shield charm as he does, because the flames do not burn him. He begins speaking in a low tone to the white, all the while trying to get closer to the body she is protecting. Meanwhile a figure dressed in black slides off the silver, who quickly changes herself into a woman. The approach Agudo hand in hand, though it appears the man is trying to restrain the woman every so slightly. Agudo has enough time to relize this must be Ruthia's daughter before *SMACK* She swings her hand and smacks his face rather hard.... ((FoD premitting of course dear)) Through clenched teeth she says "What did your people do to my Uncle!" The man at her side still restrains her slightly, the look in his eyes obviously saying to Humor the woman and answer, because no answer will satisfy her right now.
Agudo Archmage 06-12-04, 02:07 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Seeing the body of Branth, protected by his sister . The blond haired Wizard started to walk to them When suddenly Ruthia let loose with a burst of searing hot flames. It was like a mighty hot wind, the mages hair blowing behind him. The deafening roar like thunder slamming down upon all near by. Agudo leaning forward with his enchanted staff in hand. Held tight as the blue gym atop of the intricate Wizards staff, started glowing brightly. Even as the red-hot flames beat down upon Agudo. Yet as providence would provide, another of her kind lands in front of Agudo. He blocks the mighty burst of flames, allowing the Wizard to let down his guard. Small amounts of smoke could be seen around his short blond beard and hair. Someone yells out about her uncle the Archmage of Light turns to see who it is. Slap! Agudo stand stuned and truly perplexd at what has taken place.
Malendor... 06-12-04, 02:23 PM	The air swirls around Agudo as yet another dragon lands. This one was red and slightly familiar to Agudo, as it was his Student from the school, Malendor. And upon his back was that??.... Why yes it is, Star Bright is with him. After she jumps off and runs to the headmaster, throwing her arms around him in a hug. Malendor shimmers into his human form and approaches Agudo. "Sorry headmaster. My mother and Sister seem to blame you completely for Branths current condition. Hopefully Ormus will be able to calm mother down, and Zayle seems to have Ramoth under control. I'd ask how you've been Agudo, but it's pretty odviouse you've been very busy." Malendor smiles, a glimmer of his old self shinning through when he does. He maybe scarred, he may be a little darker then normal, but all and all Malendor seems to be....well....normal again. ((OOC: Let's play Confuse Agudo! How many characters can run up to him and demand stuff at this same time? Let's find out!))
Star Bright 06-12-04, 02:41 PM	Star had let a thrill little scream when she saw Agudo. It had been three years now since the birth of the babies, and she was glad to see him again. With a fast little hop she launchs herself off of Malendor's back and runs right up to Agudo, hugging him as tight as possible. "AgudoAgudoAgud!It'sbeenyears!Whyhaven'ty oucomevisit?ThekidswanttoseeUncleAgudo!" Star talks so fast, and is bouncing up and down so much that Agudo my find it hard to understand her
Agudo Archmage 06-12-04, 02:47 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The sound of wings came to his ears once more. The wind rushed up and the sight of a Red Dragon stood near by. Off the back of the Dragon was Starbright. She gladly hugged him, speaking like always fast and dramatic. At that moment Malendor approached, transformed formed from his Dragon self into a human. Patting Starbright on the back Agudo gave a weary smile. Then turned to her husband Malendor. “Yes I can see that. But Even I have no answer to what has befallen Branth.” The mages eyes glanced at the body then back at the others. “Branth had saved my life, after I was murdered by Kheldar… a evil greedy assassin. If it wasn’t for Branth I would still be trapped in some fiendish knife. Could that be Kheldar answer to me?… That Branth must suffer my fate for interfering with his evil plot.”
ruthia 06-12-04, 03:02 PM	In the time everyone was talking, Ormus had calmed Ruthia considerably, she had even changed forms. But her eyes still glowed a dangerous red as she turned on him. "You don't know what happened do you? YOU DON"T KNOW WHAT HAPPENED! Well I'll tell you what happened!" She advanced on Agudo till she was almost directly in front of him. Ormus smiled slightly from behind her, his mouth moving in a constant mumble, appearantly he was holding Ruthia back from doing something. Not that Ruthia seemed to mind, she was content with just screaming. "One of YOUR Army generals tried to kill Branth! And all because he was protect some woman and children who YOUR men where harrassing! You ALMOST KILLED MY ONLY BOROTHER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!" She appeared to try to hit Agudo, but Ormus incantation seemed to be working fairly well. At least she didn't get any closer to Agudo. Meanwhile the rest of the family steps back from Ruthia and Agudo...... ((OOC: hehehe, well theres the set up for Ruthia and family to be around for the trial..... Don't worry, hopefully she'll calm down before then :eek: ))
Drindin 06-12-04, 06:42 PM	Krissy And who should show up behind Agudo, why, none other than the tragic sorceress, Krissy Trunin, with her guide running away with a set of moist plate mail. "Hmm. Consorting with dragons, I see, Agudo. Oh well, I suppose it can't be any worse than my late uncles consorting with the dead." Shades Shades sneaks away into the city, and follows the crowds of refugees, melding into the crowd with his hood up, and slowly snaking his way to the front.
Kheldar Devaentar 06-12-04, 10:34 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/smileykheldar.gif - Where Did that Rogue Go? ((Note: This is a very large post, but it's all I might be posting for a while. It's not really necessary to read, but it does give some insight to Kheldar's side of things. . . Well, at least I think that's somewhere in there :))) http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkheldar.gif WHAM! The two wide entrance doors to the old academy building loudly banged open as Kheldar admitted himself in. This is where he felt home the most, back in the place where he used to teach his classes. The setting, however, did very little to change his current mood. He headed straight for the gushing fountain in the main hall and dunked his head into it, like that would somehow wash away the sorrow he had carried all the way from Hillsfar. Behind him he heard the sound of a familiar angry voice. "Ey! at are ou oing ere? Ou ot a lot f erve oming ack ere!" Kheldar pouted under the fountain's water. He understood the last part of it: You got a lot of nerve coming back here! It was the headmaster of the Academy's magic division and the school itself. The same Gnomish friend who had wished him a kind good-bye before he had set off for Daggerfalls to assassinate Agudo. Kheldar was hardly in the mood to argue with him now. Nevertheless, he splashed his head out of the water and playfully grinned at his old friend. The water that dripped off his face acted as a good disguise to hide his tears. "Hey, what's up?" "What's up!? WHAT'S UP?!? The old Gnome fumed, "Why, why how dare you show yourself in this place after murdering Agudo!!! Everybody in the academy knows about it! Why, I bet you even used my own crafted dagger to do it! OOOoooooOOOoo!!!" The Gnomish headmaster kicked Kheldar in the leg, then tightly pressed his lips together so he wouldn't confess it hurt him more than the rogue. "How, how could you do such a thing??!?" Kheldar blinked. His friend was a lot more upset about the whole deal then he would have suspected. Kheldar didn't even care so much about murdering Agudo, it was ditching the girls to fend for themselves that bother him so much. . . "Umm. . . I was contracted too to kill him. . . Why all the fuss? Is he famous or something?" The old Gnome just looked at him in shock in utter shock. "WHAT?! Yes!! Of course he's famous! He's one of the most respected practitioners of good magic in all the Realms! Why he's almost as famous as Elminster! He's even founded his own school!!!" "Yeah, but you have a school. And hardly anyone knows your name." That shook the Gnome up for a moment and made his face radiate red before he continued. "Ugh! Well, that not the only thing. The names of Agudo's friends come up in conversation from time to time. You were his friend. But you wrote up a contract to kill him anyway! You're more of a villain than I ever thought! Now I want you out of here this instant! It was Kheldar's turn to radiate red with anger. He grabbed the old Gnome by the color and lifted him up so they could speak face-to-face. "I was his friend huh? The first time I bloody met the guy was in Daggerfalls where I killed him! You know why that was the first time I met him? Because you people screwed up, that's why! I sent you skin tissue every month as well as the necessary coin just like our agreement so you could keep those damn cloned bodies up-to-date! So why is it at the first chance I need those clones to work I get a body that's over a year old and a giant hole in my memory! Since walking out of here in this body I've met dozens of people all claming to be my friend. . . including a shifty Leprechaun that I'm certain must have been my enemy. . . and I don't know a damn thing about them! It's been a maddening experience and I have you people to thank for it." Kheldar stopped himself from dropping the Gnome on the ground, and instead gently set him back down. There was the old man's newly sore foot to think about. "Oh. . . I see. . . so that's why you didn't know about Agudo's fame. . ." Kheldar threw his hands in the air and resumed his head-dunking in the fountain. Unfortunately for him it didn't last long because he felt the old Gnome tugging at his cloak. SPLASH Kheldar didn't bother masking his face this time. "Yessss. . .?" His old friend didn't say it, but there was something in his eyes that spoke of an apology. "There's been a development in cloning magic. . . Umm. . . you see. . . we. . . We didn't need all that money you kept sending us. . . Well, I mean yes we needed it. . . with the upkeep of the school and everything. . ." Kheldar's level glare told him to get to the point. "Yes. . . yes. . . You see, with our new magic when a clone is activated, it has all the memories of the original person, regardless of when its was made! . . It's not like the 3.0 version where you had to make a new clone each time to keep it's memories up to date!" Suddenly the ice in Kheldar's glare faded away and was replaced with curiosity. "You mean, you can make a clone of a person today, and three years down the road if that person dies, her clone will know everything she did up until her death?" "Yes, exactly!" "Wow, what version are you on?" "Only 3.5" The old Gnome grunted, "It's not that different." "HEY!" curiosity was replaced with fire, "Then why am I having this problem with my memory!? And why wasn't I notified to stop sending you guys my skin and go-ooooohhh." Kheldar's level glare was back on his face and beads of sweat started dotting the old Gnome's brow. "Um, yes. . . your gold. . . Well, it was such a good source of income. . . I mean, my class couldn't have gone on that field trip to study my old friend Yam's Indestructible 17 without it. . . I. . . I. . . Well. . . can't you just think of it as poetic justice? I mean, you stole all that gold any way, didn't you?" His friend had him there, but Kheldar hardly thought it was a good reason. "Well, what about my memory loss?" "Well you see. . . we didn't know how you'd be effected by the new cloning magic because we had already made all those old clones. . . And we couldn't produce any more of the old clones because of the new laboratory made for the new ones. . . We were going to ask if you wanted to try switching to the new magic but. . ." Kheldar interupted. "But if you told me that then you couldn't use my gold to fund your field trips?" "Oh, not just field trips. . . oop! . . . I mean." The old Gnome scratched his head. "Kheldar, my friend, you can. . . um, stop. . . stop sending money to us." He didn't look happy about it, but something suddenly lit up in his eyes. "Oh! But now that you know about everything how would you like receiving a new cloned body? You might get those lost memories back!" Kheldar blinked. "Wait! . . I thought you said there might be some problems because of the old magic you used on me before." The old Gnome hardly paid any attention to that. Like a right, proper Gnome, he was eyeing the boy up and down like a curious tinker would inspect a clock. "Oh, did I say that? Well, we can't be certain about anything until we give it a shot now can we? So what do you say?" Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
Agudo Archmage 06-13-04, 10:50 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The words and anger from his dear friend stunned the Archmage of Light. “Ruthia your saying someone in my army attacked Branth! Are you sure? How? Why? Who?” He had many questions but seeing her maddening look he stopped and waited.
ruthia 06-14-04, 11:51 AM	"Ruthia honey, your raging is not helping your brother any. If you would calm down and stop trying to kill the poor man, maybe I can save your brother." Ormus whispered this into Ruthia's ear as he held her around her waist to keep her from trying to get Agudo. Ruthia seemed to force herself to calm down. She still has that mad look in her eyes, but she doesn't move to try and attack. Ormus lets her go, then he walks over to Branth and begins mumbling over the boy. Ruthia looks at Agudo and answers his questions. "Yes I'm sure. How you ask? Well as near as I could peice it togther he was watching a group of children, woman, and elderly leave that city over there (She points towards Hillsfar). When the group got towards the end of your army some of your soldiers thought it would be fun to seperate a mother and child. They wouldn't let the child's mother have the child back, so Branth stepped in on her behalf. Then Your soldiers turned on him when all he was doing was helping a mother and child! He then had to fight your soldiers and one of them eventually caught him off guard and stuck a sword through his gut! I don't know who he was, all I could see is the General patch on his shoulder."
Agudo Archmage 06-14-04, 11:23 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley “I see… So many questions that cant be answered, until your brother Branth is healed. I would like to know when this happened, and what General Branth saw? This may be some horrible mistake by my people… or as I said before, Kheldar the assassin has struck again. It wouldn’t surprise me that the sick murderer would use one of our uniforms to do so.” He then sighed and walked closer to Ruthia. “Your brother saved my life just recently. I myself was murdered by Kheldar. But it was Branth who saved my soul from the assassin’s evil knife.” Agudo took Ruthia by the hand and then knelt on one knee. Looking up at her he shed a tear. “Yet my old adventuring friend. If you truly blame me for this tragedy of fate. Then I shall not resist your wrath, for maybe in the heavens above, you shall find forgiveness for me.”
Leetah 06-15-04, 02:41 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongleetah.gif As Kulideb and her followers marched out side the crumbling gates of Hillsfar, they were greeted by two blond figures. One was a handsome man dressed in finest silks of white and gold, and the other was a disheartened girl who donned a simple yet practical peasant’s dress. Kulideb would have recognized the girl to be Leetah in an instant, but the man with her had yet to be identified. Both clerics gave a respective bow as the Shadow Dancer drew near, but Leetah broke from the gesture a little prematurely and dashed to Kulideb's side, offering the elf a supportive hand if she cared to accept it. The priestess felt horrible about the events which were unfolding, and her face clearly showed it. But at that moment she was more concerned about how the Shadow Dancer was holding up more than anything else. Leetah leaned in closer and tried to put on a friendly smile. "How are you feeling Miss Kulideb? Is there anything we can do to help?" Artwork copyright © 2004, Christopher C. Quigley
kulideb 06-15-04, 03:26 PM	The elf smiled, the first in along time at the sight of Leetah. She held on tight to the girls hand and stole a glance at the finly dressed man with her. "I am fine, although there are some who would be grateful of a little healing. Its going to be a rough journey as it is." She looked at the man. "Well met sir."
ruthia 06-16-04, 10:41 AM	Ruthai growled slightly, the thought of revenge for this injustice certainly was a good one. But looking at Ormus and her children she sighed. Revenge was also not a good thing to teach. "No Agudo. I will not do that. For even I know that if it is one of your Armies generals I will find out eventually, no man can hide their heart from this white dragon!" With that she turned and walked over to where Ormus and Branth are, kneeling near them as she waits for Ormus to help Branth. In the mean time Malendor and Star turn towards their headmaster. "Tell us Headmaster. How did such tragedy come about?" Just then Krissy says something from behind Agudo. Malendor looks at her briefly and asks. "Are you Drindin's niece? He is a fine teacher." Star's eyes widen briefly when Malendor says this, and quickly she hugs Agudo again. While she's hugging him she mumers just loud enough for him and Krissy to hear. "He doesn't remeber much about his capture or what he did before it. Please be careful in what you say, we don't want to shock him to much as of yet." Star backs away with a grin.
Agudo Archmage 06-16-04, 12:32 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley When Ruthia regained her composure, and choose not to take revenge. The Archmage of Light was relived, if still perplexed at the tragic events. Then Starbright hugged him once more, witch is was what he was hoping for from Ruthia. Yet at an awkward time like this, he would gladly take what he could get. Standing up he embraced Star as well, then nodded his head in understanding. “I see well then, you have much to tell me, when were alone Starbright. That being dealing with your husband and my pupil.” Hearing Malendor speak to Krissy Agudo turns pleasantly at the good news. “Whats this? Krissy you’re here! How?” Walking up he smiles brightly at her. “Tell me my young adventure, how did you get up here so far North? Your tale must be a grand time ended. Its not ever day someone travels thousands of miles through dangerous lands, to find her friends.”
Drindin 06-16-04, 09:54 PM	Krissy nodded in response. "Yes, my journey was long, as much as it was hard. I encountered much…death in my journeys. It is times like these when the dead cease to rest. A lesson I learned from my uncles, particularly Drindin. Wraiths were very common, as were ghosts. Well, at least more common than usual, that is certain. "It’s a funny thing… animals fear me, and most people can’t bare looking into my eyes. Finding a ride was hard, but I did find one. A powerful sorceress, part dragon… blue dragon I believe. I could not see her well, she remained shrouded underneath a heavy cloak, as if she feared what others would think of me. She taught me her craft, and showed me how to harness my underlying magical powers that reside in my heritage. I must say, being a fetch is not easy, but the powers that I have yet to unlock, still reside within me. "I never caught her name. But she did tell me to give her greetings to you, Agudo… and to one of your pupils as well… Myr-something. I can't quite remember. Either way, she taught me much, invaluable lessons I do not think I could have learned from anyone. Unlocking the inner powers of ones self cannot be done in dusty halls or murky towers. No, one must do them on their own. But I learned, and I learned well. Through my many weeks of travel, and through trial and error, I have finally learned. A lesson, I will not soon forget." "And as to my uncle, Drindin. I regret to inform you... his spirit has at last found rest, and he is now several months gone. I agree, he was a fine teacher."
Kanzeil 06-17-04, 12:12 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkanzeil.gif Kanzeil's head rose from his stooped position as he offered the curly haired elf a warm smile. His brown eyes sparkled in the moonlight. "Good evening my Lady. I am glad to see you remain strong during these dark hours. Destiny has been most unkind with you as of late." The Priest eyed the group of villagers slowly shambling out of Hillsfar. Some of them had held their heads up high as Kulideb requested, but most either kept their faces hidden deeply in their shawls or gazed down at the ground as a pack of disobedient children would. Broken cries from both men and woman echoed in the night. The crowd of exiled villagers appeared totally and utterly pathetic. Kanzeil frowned. "My name is Kanzeil Good Lady of Hillsfar, and I am here to offer my assistance in the healing of these poor souls. The critically wounded shall be tended to immediately, but the remaining villagers must be gathered up into a large group. Both Leetah and I have nearly exhausted all of our spells for the day, so unless we treat everyone quickly with one larger spell, we wont be able to treat all of those who are in need." Kanzeil turned his gaze to Leetah. "I know you want to be with your friend Leetah, but right now there are those who are in much more dire need of your company. Please stand by the gates and ease the suffering of those in critical condition. Just be sure not to use up all of your spells. . .I'll need your help a little later" The girl gave a respective nod and let go of Kuildeb's hands, giving the elf one last sympathetic look before dashing off to the gates. Leetah quickly spotted a bloodied man being dragged out of the town by two weeping children and a wailing woman. Taking the hand of what appeared to be the mother of the two kids, Leetah took the family aside from the rest of the group and knelt down beside the corpse-like father. A soft white glow emanated from the cleric's hands. "Lady Kulideb. . ." Kanzeil was now gazing down at the elven Shadow Dancer. ". . .Could you please help me gather together the rest of the town's people. They're more likely to listen to your orders than mine." Artwork copyright © 2004, Christopher C. Quigley
Drindin 06-17-04, 01:34 AM	((Hmm... maybe we could move the march of hillsfar too a new thread?)) Shades Shades was not the only cloaked and hooded figure in the crowd... There were three more, spread even distances apart. With a simple gesture, they all began moving towards him. Once their, Shades began to whisper. "Keep an eye on the clerics... particularly the female. I think somethings up. Their may be a few traitors left in here... we can't be too careful..." The rangers nodded, and began to drift towards Leetah and Kanzeil, discretely... as if having done this many times before. Hardgrind "Young one, I want you to reach inside of yourself." He said, circling. "I find it easiest to do when I close my eyes. You will find something inside, a power, a force. It will first seem like hot coals in a fire. Take that power, stoke it. Stoke it until it becomes a raging bon fire."
kulideb 06-17-04, 04:20 AM	((Depends what Agudo has planned for part 2)) The elf bowed her head to Kanzeil. "Thank you, both of you for your help." She warched as Leetah let go of her hand and went to help a woman and two children with a man who appeared more dead than alive. The elf loved the night, the way the world seemed to change when selune was out turning, Faerun into a land of creeping shadows. The sound of her name bought her out of her reverie. "Sorry my Lord." she said, listerning to Kanzeil as he asked her to gather the weak together. "Of course Sir." she said bowing her head to him. She began to walk softly amongst the people, the silver glow from selune casting just enough light that even humans could see a little this night. Stopping to talk, hold a hand and offer words of comfort to those that needed it. All the time telling those who she thought needed healing to gather the an oak sappling. Every now and again she caught sight of a shadowy figure, it took her awhile to realise that there was more than one hooded figure about for now she left them alone. She made her way back to Kanzeil. "Thoses that need your help are gathering by the sappling." she said pointing towards a young oak tree.
Agudo Archmage 06-17-04, 12:12 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley ((OOC DM and the happy father of Sub-stories. If Kulideb wishes to DM at my thread, then I would be most honored, :tiphat: Or if she wishes to have a stand-alone thread; then I know either way it will be a grand time ended. Now as far as part two of the Messianica saga… I will incorporate some of what takes place in the Kulideb’s thread, into the next Chapter when its time. Ahh its wonderful to see the Agudo School of Light and Magic being used to create new stories that go on with their own life.)) The Achmage of Light stood and gave a bright warm smile at Krissy. “I see young adventure of many surprises. Then you and I, shall have to sit down some time, and write down in of my many books the things you experienced. "
Kanzeil 06-20-04, 03:09 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongkanzeil.gif "Thank you my Lady." Kazeil turned towards the young oak and made a small frown. For most it looked like the veteran priest was saddened by the disheartening display of injured villagers, but who could say what truly resided in the great man's mind. "Leetah." The white robed priest turned back towards the gates of Hillsfar and saw a small group of men and women gathered around his young student. Although the wounds that adorned the groups' bodies were quite grievous, none of the injuries were located in any life threatening areas. The 'wool-headed' girl must've been healing every Thom, Duke, and Lazarus who asked her to! She didn't have that kind of magic to burn! "LEETAH!!!" Wearing a worried look, the young priestess popped her head up from the rest of the crowd and turned to face Kanzeil. She obviously wasn't quite sure what she had done wrong to upset him. "We're waiting for you." Kazeil lowered his voice, as her turned to look upon the larger gathering of villagers again. Their were significantly less wounded then he had hoped for, but enough to suit the purposes of this test. Kanzeil forgot that a good portion of the populace had already escaped with their lives during an earlier evacuation. A shame really. A couple dozen more casualties and this experiment would have been perfect. No matter. He would just have to work with what he had. "Bring what's left of that group over here and then prepare yourself for a difficult task. Curing all of these people's aliments at once will require you to focus on casting one of the most advanced spells in all the realms: Mass Heal. Take comfort in knowing that I'll be aiding you throughout this procedure, but also note that I'll require you to keep a strong focus on the positive energy you'll be channeling. It's very easy to lose control of this particular spell or release it prematurely and thus greatly dampen it's effect. Concentrate Leetah. I need you to be strong." Kanzeil kept a level gaze on his student as he waited for her to approach the group. She had better not have wasted all her spells yet!!! Artwork copyright © 2004, Christopher C. Quigley
kulideb 06-20-04, 08:16 AM	The elf moved to the edge of the group, waiting to see what would happen. She had never seen a mass healing before. ((occ- I have never DM before so unless any one else wants to set this up in a new thread then Agudo said it was ok to leave it here :) ))
Agudo Archmage 06-20-04, 08:42 AM	((OOC sorry everyone I wont be able to post until wensday... waiting for a new harddrive... carry on and be brave ;) ))
Drindin 06-20-04, 02:18 PM	Originally posted by kulideb ((occ- I have never DM before so unless any one else wants to set this up in a new thread then Agudo said it was ok to leave it here :) )) With shades as my avatar, I shall do so!
Pipers Youth 06-22-04, 11:21 AM	((Thought I should sport some character features));) The Battlemage had followed Leetah and now perched on top of the gate entrance watching her with curiosity. He stared with an eerie amber-green in his eyes. His face was a riot of tan, black, and white stripes. Visaging white whiskers jutted from a blunt muzzle. The cat warrior had stripped himself of all his armor and clothes revealing a snow-white breast and belly. The warrior now wore only a goat-hide loincloth with a crude bronze dagger bobbing at his back. Clearly the weapon was uneeded, for the lion sported black claws like chips of chert and white fangs that gleamed under his shortened muzzle. His eyes were the most startling feature, a vivid glowing amber with vertical green slits. The eyes of this cat brimmed with a man's intelligence. Now, he had taken time to groom his mane and bead it into short braids from each side.
The Immortal Swordsman 06-25-04, 08:05 AM	Nearby, roughly twenty feet away several strange lights appeared. The circled around seemingly at random for several minutes, before finally coalescing to form a single point, which promptly began to expand. After a few moments, the point of light had grown into a man sized circular object, rather like a glowing round doorway. From within this doorway, a figure appeared. Shadowed at first, one could not make out the appearance of the being that sttod on the other side of the portal. It was not long however before the identity of the figure would be revealed. Out of the portal, a male elf staggered slowly. He was battered, bruised and bloodied. His skin was burnt red, as though he had spent far too long standing in front of a birightly burning fire. His clothing was in tatters, and the sheath that hung fron his belt looked empty. The elf managed to stagger a few steps from inside the portal before dropping to his knees, then slumping foreward and dropping to the ground, unconscious or dead.
Agudo Archmage 06-25-04, 03:15 PM	((DM moment... Agudo is back at the school now. Several months after the war. If immortal swordsman is willing then that is where Agudo see him)) Standing outside in the garden the Archmage of Light is enjoying a wonderful day. The sun is shining the birds and Pixies are singing. Even the shy leprechauns, have come out of hiding to play a jig on the mushrooms in the flowerbed. When suddenly a flash of magic takes place. The blond haird mage looks on as a half-dazed Elf comes into view. But not any Elf! For Agudo has spoken with this one before. “But where?” He thinks for a moment, taping his lower lip. Then the adventures Wizard remembers. “The Tavern so long ago it was” Seeing the hurt Elf fall he runs up grabs hold of him. Using his natural healing abilities Agudo begins nurturing the sick fellow. “Can you hear me? What has happen?”
The Immortal Swordsman 06-25-04, 09:26 PM	The elf coughs roughly, spitting a foul looking brownish liquid onto the ground. The healing magic seems to be working, as the wounds on his body begin to close. he glances down in surprise, coughing again before even trying to respond. I seem to have lost my sword.... With that, the elf blacks out.
Agudo Archmage 06-27-04, 12:40 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley An hour later the lost soul is laying comfortably in a bed at the infirmary. Lady Hoot watches over the recovering Elf. She directs her Clerical class, to watch carefully, as the wise white owl administers some rare healing herbs. So that the patient may heal faster with less scars. Several stained glass windows can be seen, shining pleasantly warm light, into the room. A lovely fairy pours cool water onto a wet compress, to be administered to the Elvin man. Lady Hoot flaps her wings and turns her head, to speak with a near by student of Gnomish heritage. “Tell the Headmaster Agudo, that the patient may possibly awaken soon.” The female Gnome smiled and bobbed her head, as she ran off to the Cathedral of Light. To find Agudo preaching too the many converts about the blessing of forgiveness.
The Immortal Swordsman 06-27-04, 01:33 AM	One of the elf's eyes flicks open, staring up at the owl curiously. It blinks, and is soon followed by the other eye. The swordsman glances around the room, spotting the group of students watching him being treated by the owl. He glances downward toward his waist, his hand flicking to his side and patting around for the scabbard of the sword before his head dropped back down on to the pillow. He laughs softly, then lets out a soft groan as the motion of his chest causes his cracked ribs to ache. Glancing at the owl, The Swordsman smiles softly, I know you. I've met you before.
Pipers Youth 06-27-04, 05:29 PM	(( Guys forget that picture I posted a while back. I'm making my own character)) Meanwhile in Agudo's garden Jedit is also is enjoying a wonderful day, laying in the grass all sprawled out with his belly in the air. The cat warrior was a magnificaiant site, with his fur and mane cut, groomed and, washed. The short mane was beaded with small rings of gold and silver that jingled in the wind, now he only wore a silk loincloth with Agudo's schools banner threaded carefullly into it. His eyes a vivid glowing amber with vertical green slits, and his black claws sharpened like chips of chert. Jedit stared up at the sky and clouds with a grin under his shortened muzzle showing gleaming white fangs under the sunlight. Jedit had remembered reading one of Agudos books that told of a perfect moment in time for everyone. Jedit had found this perfect moment now and wished he could stay in that perfect moment forever.
Agudo Archmage 06-27-04, 05:29 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Lady Hoot smiles as only enchanted owls can. “Yes it was awhile ago a tavern as I believe. You were always coy with your real name. But you did give yourself a titled called Immortal SwordsMan “ Just then the Headmaster walks in caring several books of his. “Ahh I see your awake” He puts his heavy load down near by, and takes a seat near his old acquaintance. “What has happen to you my friend? And If I heard right, Lady Hoot was asking the question of the hour… Your name?
The Immortal Swordsman 06-27-04, 06:22 PM	He sat up slowly, pushing his lower body backward so that he could lean against the headboard. He glanced down and noticed that the worst of his wounds seemed closed and sealed, and that he had been badaged by a hand that obviously knew what it was doing. My name.... It had been so long sice he had even thought that name that it seemed almost unwilling to come to his lips. It dwelled somewhere in the back of his mind, behind the other ones he had been given over the years. Betrayer.... murderer.... destroyer.... My name.... my REAL name is Lucian. And what happened.... that is a long story.
Amberly 06-27-04, 06:36 PM	She young girl listened to the dwarf speak - she still found this rather hard to believe. He wouldn't her to unleash all of her power? Well, he must know best... "Very will, mister, I'll try but...I can't make any promises. These things seem to come when they want to, but not a moment before...but I'll try..." She closed her eyes then, shutting out all of her surroundings. It took a while to find, so deep was this power of hers, yet she found the source of it. Reaching deep inside, she found the small, burning flame. But, as she reached out to feel for it, that single, small flame seemed to erupt into a raging bonfire! It felt like she could hear a thousand voices going on at once! Some of them were tortured, some of them were happy, some were sad, and some were mad. Amberly's eyes clenched shut as she tried to make all of those voices stop. And before she knew it, she was yelling, screaming at the top of her lungs. "Stop! Stop! STOP! Go away! Leave me alone; get out of my head....AHHHHH!" Yet, the voices continued; they even increased in intensity, and then Amberly knew that this power, this power of the mind, her mental connection to others, was more of a curse than a blessing. "My soul ... feels like it will be ripped into a thousand pieces...dear Gods in the heavens above, let it stop!"
Agudo Archmage 06-27-04, 10:27 PM	.http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Agudo sat backed and smiled, at the same time slowly rubbing his short blond beard, with one hand. “Well Lucian, a name to be remembered by us all! As far as long stories, you came to the right place.” The Headmaster patted his many books he had brought in. “For you see, I was planning on reading to you, a few of my published works. Like my latest work… (How to Keep Friends When Practicing Magic) and... (Was That Just A Puff of Smoke? Or A Dragon In My Wizards Tower? )“ Lady Hoot cleared her throat before interrupting. “I am sure Lucian would have benefited from your writings Headmaster… when he was unconscious.” The wise white owl winked at Agudo, and a few of the student’s chuckle at her playful banter. “For it is said that the mind can hear, even as we sleep, and the healing words of knowledge, such as your s Agudo, would benefit him greatly. Never the less, maybe Lucian is ready to share his story with us after bite to eat.” One of the students, a Genie ,with long brown hair, walked up with a tray of vegetable soup. She smiled and offered to feed Lucian, if he was not strong enough to do so. At the same time, Agudo took Lady Hoot words, at the playful jest that it was, and nodded his head with a smirk. “Quite right my wise friend Lady Hoot.” Turning to Lucian he snapped his fingers, and a book magically appeared in the Mages hand. Its title on the large leather covering, was… (History of the Realms by Agudo Part Four.) In his other free hand was a white feather, to write with. That seems to cause Lady Hoot, to wince at the sight and role her eyes. “Alright Lucian when ever your ready, I shall be most honored to hear your tale of intrigue and tragedy”
Mazithra-Amakiir 06-28-04, 12:03 AM	((Saving this for a soon-to-be post))
The Immortal Swordsman 06-28-04, 01:57 AM	Lucian smiled at the genie and accepted the tray. He placed it into his lap and took a first taste of the soup. His face lit up with surprise, I'd forgotten what food tasted like.... Lucian looked down at the tray, gathering his thoughts into a story he had been asked to tell. I can tell you my part of the story, yes. I don't know the full story, only the small part that I seem to have played in it. Lucian paused for a long time, setting the spoon down and wiping his mouth carefully. It was obviously a subject he had trouble discussing. My part in ths story begins almost two thousand years ago. I was a soldier and a General, a defender of my people. I had a wife, two small children, and a quiet, happy home. We were far enough away from everything that war rarely affected my home village, but I was sometimes called away to fight.
Drindin 06-28-04, 02:20 AM	Hardgrind The Crystals in the room begin to vibrate immensely, surpressing the psionics in the room. ((All powers activated in the room will only work at 25% their usual strength. You decide how that's portrayed))
Elvina 06-28-04, 08:32 AM	Walking through the garden a short distance from Jedit is a red haired elf wearing robes of the school. Her deminer as she walks through the garden appears to be cheerful, though anyone looking into her green eyes would see the lasting sadness that lingered there. Yes Agudo's school held nothing but painful memories for the once cheerful Elvina, yet here she stayed, a prisioner to her own sense of duty. Many times Agudo had offered to send her home to her families place in the woods, but Elvina would not go. She felt in her heart that she could not go back, a failure at everything she has done. Yes in her eyes the only thing she has ever done right, was greet people at the door....... Elvina walks through the garden, lost in thought as she passes near Jedit.
Pipers Youth 06-28-04, 11:37 AM	As Jedit was staring at the sky, one of his cat-like ears picked up at the sound of foot steps coming closer to him, then passing him. Jedit was delighted to hear that there was another person in the garden and quickly leaped up on all fours and bounded in front of the the elf women almost losing his footing. He now stood so close to her that his whiskers tickled her face. Jedit now realizing who this was gave a wide smile, showing gleaming white fangs under his blunt, short muzzle. Jedit gave a loud purr,"It's nice to see that I'm not the only one out here. Did you come to watch the clouds Elvina?" In the months past since the battle of hillsfar, Jedit had spent many nights in the Cathedral of Light curled up by Elvina's desk waiting for a permanent residents. He didnt mind the wait as long as it was warm and he had someone to talk to.
Elvina 06-28-04, 01:35 PM	Elvina blinks slightly as Jedit suddenly appears in front of her. She smilies, though the smile does not reach her eyes as it once did in the past. "I just came out to walk in the air Jedit. But now that I've found you I do have some good news. A room has finally been freed up. Seems a couple of our students have left after everything that has happened recently. Would you like to go see if the one I picked for you is too your liking???" The smile stays on her face as she waits for his answer. Jedit had been a good companion over the last few months durning the few times she was at her desk. She felt bad that she had not found him a room sooner, but she was glad she could now.
Mazithra-Amakiir 06-28-04, 03:22 PM	Just outside of the boundaries of Agudo's School of Light and Magic, a great storm seems to spring up from out of nowhere. Lightning strikes the ground with such force that it would seem like the very earth would split in two, and thunder breaks the serene silence sending many forest land animals dashing away at mad, fearful speeds. Suddenly, a great CRASH! is heard, and one would almost think that a great meteor had fallen. But, no, where the sound had come from now lies some manner of creature. The creature appears to be a human, but a closer look reveals that this simply cannot be the case. He is ever so sleightly taller than a human, thinner than one, and his face is long and gaunt. Clothes that may have, at one point and time, been clean and new are charred and in tatters. And, to the very surprise, this creature gets up, and looks around, bewilderment evident on his face. "Where...am I? What is this place...? For that matter...who am I?" Turning, he sees the rather large building of Agudo's School of Light and Magic. What was this place? The creature - which can now be seen to be Githzerai, one the more serious-minded entities of the plane of Limbo - takes several faltering steps towards this building, each and every act a strain to his body. Before he can make it any further, however, he appears wracked by pain and falls to his knees, and then his body goes limp, collapsing on the ground.
Agudo Archmage 06-29-04, 01:33 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The Headmaster of the Agudo School of Light and Magic. Was intrigued by Lucian life story, when he paused do to the thundering noise outside. “Rain? It was so sunny outside just an hour ago.” Turning to a Leprechaun, sitting on a beautiful statue of a Pegasus that artistically stood in the Infirmary. “Would you be so kind as to find Elvina, and ask her to see if the Gnomes, have gotten into the Dwarfs Black Powder again.” Lady Hoot offers the Leprechaun some help. “I believe she and Jedit, have spending a lot of time together, as of late. Just ask if anyone has seen an Elf and a Lion like man together. The Leprechaun tips his hat, and smiled as he ran off to fine the unusual couple.
The Immortal Swordsman 06-29-04, 07:24 AM	They say that pride goes before a fall. After two thousand years.... I think I finally understand what that means. Lucian pauses, sorting the details out in his head. It had all happened so long ago, so many centuries that the details had begun to bleed together. He had forgotten much of the story already, and he wasn't sure the details would ever return. He could not remember his wife's name. Or the names of his children. He could not remember much about his home, or even where that home was. The realization troubled him deeply. I remeber that I was fighting a war, those years ago. I don't remeber who we were fighting, or why. But that's not really important to the story. We were fighting a war, against someone. The war had not been going well for us as I recall. We had lost a few key engagements, and given up a few pieces of important ground. It was rumored that the enemy had a weapon of great power that was being used to aid them in winning the war. An artifact of great power, so it was said, that took the form of a simple longsword. We se about planning a way to take it from them.
Agudo Archmage 07-01-04, 02:25 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley As the other Clerics went about their daily chores. Lady Hoot listens contently to the unfolding tale by Lucian. “Do you remember what region of Humans you were fighting?” Agudo sitting near by was smoking his corncob pipe, filling the Infirmary, with the sweet smell of apple cinnamon. Floating to his side was the magical feather and Agudo’s History book, never stooping from its constant writing. “Yes and this weapon of theirs…Do you know what it was?”
Mazithra-Amakiir 07-02-04, 02:40 AM	Another crash of thunder ensues not long after the first, and soon after that, rain starts coming down. Heavy, fast, and hard rain. Accompanying the rain, like some competetive cousin, the lightning bolts begin to come down. Oddly enough, the lightning seems to be attracted to the creature on the ground. Onlookers from the school can see the figure pull himself up to his knees once again, and eventually, up to his feet and begin to stagger towards the school. After what seems like an eternity of placing one foot in front of the other, the figure finally gets into the gates of the School of Light and Magic, narrowly missing being fried by a lightning bolt. He looks around with blank eyes, a pained expression on his face, as he continues but a few more steps. Now that he is in the light, one can see his features. A tall, thin body, long, gaunt face, a sharp, pointy nose, greyish yellow eyes, and pale yellow skin. His black hair is pulled back into a tight topnot, if not a little wet at the moment. A person familiar with the outer planes or, more specifically, the Plane of Limbo, would recognize this creature as Githerzai, devoted hunters of the mind flayers, and a race noted for the monastic qualities. His head turns as he surveys the surrounding enviroment. "The overwhelming...unnnh..." With that, he once again collapses on the ground limp, and appearing to be breathing very shallow.
Bewildered 07-02-04, 04:16 PM	In thru the entrance of the school walks a man in blue and black robes flowing in the wind. The man staggers while he leans upon a makeshift walking stick and as he reaches the gate his walking stick, having carried his weakened body miles by now, snaps with a great crack and the man falls lifeless to the ground. The man then laying face first in a puddle of water attempts to find the remnants of his stick and upon finding the longer of the two he tries to stand.It takes him a moment but he finally gets up and he stands in awe with muddy water dripping down his face and says to himself," Maybe they know how." He takes each step deliberatly and looks about for a grounds keeper or something of the like.
Drindin 07-03-04, 01:15 AM	Krissy Krissy wanders into the school, shielded from the rain by a woolen cloak, black, obviously once her uncles. She strides into the school slowly. "Hmm. Peculiar weather we're having... so very.... unnatural." She whispers. She looks into the room with fair, yet steely eyes. Her thin, frail form has taken on a regal appearance, and she begins to search the school for either Agudo or hoot.
Agudo Archmage 07-03-04, 03:25 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley :invasion: ((OOC people are dropping like flys to get into this school. :P )) Hearing students call for help. Lady Hoot zooms out the window and lands near Mazithra-Amakiir. "My dear traveler what has happen?" She begins to cast healing spells and orders him taken to the infirmary. With that another person comes along "Bewildered" and falls as well. Two students pick him up and hurry the poor man to the infirmary just behind Mazithra-Amakiir. Lady Hoot wonder if a great sickness is running about Krissy can see Hoot fly after them and giving a clear hint where Agudo the Headmaster maybe Agudo looks up at all two sick people in the room with Lucian. "Well we have a full house I see"
Pipers Youth 07-03-04, 01:51 PM	Just as Jedit was going to respond, rain drops begin to tickle his whiskers and muzzle. Then the tiny drizzle turns into a down pour in the garden seeking to get everything wet. Jedit sniffled his nose and gave a toothy grin to Elvina showing white fangs,"Akward weather were having. Best we hurry and get inside before we get all wet." With that said Jedit reached for Elvina's hand,"Here let me help you."
The Immortal Swordsman 07-03-04, 02:26 PM	OOC: I'm sorry it's taken me so long to reply. It's been a rough week. It wasn't the humans we were fighting.... I think it was the Orcs. And yes, I know the weapon. A longsword, forged in the ninth hell by a powerful demon prince and cursed with the spilled blood of it's master. The story goes thus.... a very long time ago, the sword was forged in the lowest depths of the nine hells by a powerful demon prince. He infused the blade with power, with malice and with hate during the forging process. He was intent on using the blade in a campaign against one of his enemies. One of his lieutenants saw the forging of the blade as an opportunity. Ambition overpowered him, as it tends to do to creatures of that ilk. The lieutenant snuck in one night, and stole the blade just as the forging process was completed. He slew the demon prince with the sword. Already infused with the demon's power, the sword took on the soul of its creator as well. Eventually, the sword betrayed the lieutenant.
The Immortal Swordsman 07-03-04, 02:31 PM	OOC: I'm sorry it's taken me so long to reply. It's been a rough week. It wasn't the humans we were fighting.... I think it was the Orcs. And yes, I know the weapon. A longsword, forged in the ninth hell by a powerful demon prince and cursed with the spilled blood of it's master. The story goes thus.... a very long time ago, the sword was forged in the lowest depths of the nine hells by a powerful demon prince. He infused the blade with power, with malice and with hate during the forging process. He was intent on using the blade in a campaign against one of his enemies. One of his lieutenants saw the forging of the blade as an opportunity. Ambition overpowered him, as it tends to do to creatures of that ilk. The lieutenant snuck in one night, and stole the blade just as the forging process was completed. He slew the demon prince with the sword. Already infused with the demon's power, the sword took on the soul of its creator as well. Eventually, the sword betrayed the lieutenant. At some point.... the blade found its way to the Prime Material Plane, and began to wreak its havok there as well. I do not know how long the blade travelled, or where it went, but I do know that wherever it went it spread nothing but suffering.
Bewildered 07-03-04, 03:07 PM	When Vuiil awakens he is in the infirmary, where he smells a slight scent of apple cinnamon in the air. "Hmm, reminds me of home, father used to smoke those pipes." Vuiil quickly feels for his right hand glove. "Whooo, still there, good for these folks.", he says as he looks at his fellow people in the infirmary. Vuiil stands up and looks around at his new enviroment awaiting a nurse possibly to take him to Agudo if at all possible.
Mazithra-Amakiir 07-03-04, 08:47 PM	Oddly enough, the healing spells only seem to be taking partial effect, or none at all, on this newcomer, for some odd reason. But, after a couple of years, the Githerzai stranger awakens groggy, disoriented, and still looking in pain. The man looks around, and before anyone can even say anything, he half-rolls half-leaps out of bed, the now-visible great sword coming into his hands before the blink of an eye. His eyes stray from Hoot to Agudo (if the Archmage is in the room) to everyone else who is in the room, and then back to Agudo. In his eyes is the look of a caged, trapped animal, ready to fight for its life... "Who are you?! Why have you brought me here!? If I must end everyone's life in this room to get to him, I will, by the very essence of chaos, I will!" As his eyes stray to each individual person in the room, the Lady Hoot sees also within the stranger's greyish-yellow eyes a certain calm confidence, and perhaps, the lack of fear. It is clear that this creature will do anything and everything to do in his power, and that he does not fear to do so if he must. In fact, as he stands, he does strike a rather intimidating figure, coming close to 7 feet tall, with greyish-yellow eyes gleaming darkly right now, black hair, and yellow skin that seems to be rather flushed right now. Even despite the fact that his clothes are in tatters and he wears no armor, still this figure holds himself with a certain high pride...
Agudo Archmage 07-03-04, 10:32 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley “Fascinating history you have Lucian my new friend or is it old? Since we met before in that rambunctious tavern.” The Headmaster chuckles, and stands at the sound of Vuiil coming awake. “Lucian don’t loose your train of thought. I shall be just a moment, as I take care of the gentleman in the next bed.” Walking over to Vuiil, Agudo spread his hands a friendly gesture, and offers his famous warm smile. “Well met weary traveler of the road. You have been injured by circumstances unknown to us. Yet allow me to put your mind to rest at least. I am the Headmaster of this school, humbly named after me, called the Agudo school of Light and Magic. Would you be so kind as to share your name, and reasons for your tragic state?” A few minutes after Vuiil speaks, the Githerzai stagers out of bed brandishing a sword. Lady Hoot who is nearest to the deranged half giant, of another Realm. Calmly speaks with a soothing tone. “ You are Githerzai and are along way from your home world. Your body was found on school land, just outside in the garden. Why is for you to answer! Never the less as you surly know, your body has been wounded. I am Lady Hoot the Head cleric of Light here. My students have sought to nurture your ravaged body. As far as the “Him” you speak of… is unknown to us, yet you may freely go as you came. No one will stop you on your hunt as it would seem."
Bewildered 07-04-04, 12:02 AM	"OOOhh, man my hand hurts again" Vuiil says to himself. "Oh hello Agudo my name is Vuiil: wandering cleric and studier of entropy. But unfortunately the story behind my past condition isn't that easily unfurled. To tell you the truth you really shouldn't be housing a criminal like myself." Vuiil shakes his head and rubs his right hand murmering to himself,"Every single person." He looks up with watery eyes and locks with Agudo's. "Can I trust you?"
Mazithra-Amakiir 07-04-04, 02:57 PM	Mazithra seems to stop in his tracks, his eyes appear to revert to their normal, calm state of being, as does his body. Meanwhile, the Githerzai looks about it, confused and rather disoriented once again. They said that they were not in leagues with him...who was "him", anyway? He, himself, did not even know whom he was hunting, just that...he was hunting somebody...Mazithra's sword came to rest on the floor of the ground then, as he appeared to become rather at a loss of it all... "Alas, the why of it all, not even I can answer. Githerzai...is that what they call me and my people? Yes...yes, I suppose 'tis, if ye say so, madam. As for continuing on my journey - what is the purpose of continuing on a journey if I know not where I go nor what I seek? I 'twould give ye my own name, if I only knew my own name.... The last thing I remember is some hells-sent man, blasting my into the oblivion...and then falling, falling, ever falling, eternally being struck by sharp blasts of light......"
Drindin 07-04-04, 09:11 PM	Krissy's slight figure appears in the infirmary door way. "Near as I can tell, good being of the astral, you were sent here through a portal that created a rather... interesting aeronomical disturbance.... a change in weather, for the lamer of you. You were probably struck by lightning, nothing more spectacular than that." Brushing a few rebellious strands of silken, brown hairs from her face (as the rest seems to be done up in a bun on the rear-top of her head) she begins to approach Agudo. "Hmm... Master Agudo. I understand that their is the possibility that you may have seen or had contact with my, allegedly dead uncle, Shades. Is it true?"
Elvina 07-04-04, 09:35 PM	With a small smile Elvina accepts Jedit's hand and together they walk in out of the rain. As they walk together a few other students whisper to each other about how Elvina hasn't been keeping up with her uties as of late, and how she spent most of her time just staring at nothing. But Elvina didn't pay attention to this as she leads Jedit to the center stairs. "Here we go, just one floor up, first room on the right. Wait to you see it Jedit, I think it will be the perfect room for you."
m_man96 07-04-04, 10:15 PM	*A young, but not so young, archmage walks into the main entranceway. He wears deep blue robes and carries a twisting staff that hass runes inscribed upon it in over two dozen languages, many of them forgotten. He has dark, curly hair and warm brown eyes that sparkle with intelligence. He walks over to the lovely Elven maiden's desk, and begins to write his information* Name and Title: Curunir, no title as of late Race: Human Class: Wizard/Archmage *Straightening up, he looks towards the Elven maiden and clearly says, in a slightly accented warm, deep voice:* "My name is Curunir. I'd really like to join this establishment for classes, as my crafted spells need some work."
The Immortal Swordsman 07-05-04, 12:55 AM	Lucian lays down on the bed again and relaxes, giving the room a chance to calm down. He takes a chance to put his own thoughts in order. All of the information in his head is sort of a jumble of confusing images and words.
Mazithra-Amakiir 07-05-04, 04:16 AM	Mazithra looks to Krissy as she walks into the room and makes the statement about him having just been being struck by lightning, and nothing more. He shakes his head, pondering this statement before he speaks in a rather ... emotionless tone. "No, my dear lady, if being struck by lightning is all that has transpired, would I have no recollection of home or my name or my purpose? No, my dear, something more has happened. How do I know? Would lightning have caused these?" In addition to the obvious burn marks of the lightning, Mazithra motions to the scars of the piercings and slashings still marring his body
Elvina 07-05-04, 10:53 AM	Elvina paused at the stairs when she heard a voice. With a sigh she looks at Jedit and says "Pardon me one moment, I had better go see what this man wants." Elvina walks back to her desk and read quickly what the man had writen. "Ok. Welcome Curunir to Agudo's School of Light and Magic. Our HeadMaster, Agudo the Archmage of Light, is always happy to see knew student interested in learning. I will have one of our other students escort you to your room." She hands him a piece of paper and smiles. As she motions to one of the Pixies who is painting in the lobby she says, "This is the list of classes, choose which ones you would like and bring it back to my desk at some point so we can get you started." The pixie grabs Curunir's hand and leads him up the side stairs to the third floor. Elvina goes back to Jedit and smiles sadly, "Ok, well let's go see your room now shall we?" Curunir is lead up the flight of stairs by the giggling pixie, then down a long hall. Twenty doors down they stop. When the pixie takes out a key and places it in the lock, Curunir has time to notice the nameplate on the door. It reads Archmage Curunir. The pixie unlocks the door then hand him the key. With another giggle she runs back down the hall, leaving Curunir to enter the room alone. ((PM Agudo for a list of current classes.:embarrass I'm sad to say I haven't been keeping up.))
Amberly 07-05-04, 01:43 PM	Amberly closes her eyes then...she wanted these voices out of her head. They were so annoying and loud and they drove her insane half of the time! A power flares up inside Amberly and, at the same time, a light flashes at the same time. Simultaneously, the same light flashes up around Hardgrind as well. [FoD permitting...], Hardgrind has a kind of empathic link with Amberly, hearing all of what she hears in her mind and feeling the overwhelming power and the "voices"...he still can feel the immense fire of the power of the psionics, but it is not as strong anymore, and he can feel a kind of...altered mind-state of Amberly. All of this is, of course, if Hardgrind doesn't have some kind of Dispel Psionics amulet or something.
Agudo Archmage 07-05-04, 11:10 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The wise white owl smiles at Krissy, and listens as she speaks with the Githerzai. “Maybe you should lay back down, and rest so that your wounds heal. Perhaps so shall your memory return in time.” Seeing that Lady Hoot, had things under control with the Githerzai. The Headmaster returned his attention to Vuiil. The man sad eyes touched Agudo heart and did his plea. “Why yes, yes my friend, you can trust me. For I am of the Light! Let goodness be my way, and may the Light shine in your sad thoughts this day.” Agudo leans in closer, tell me what’s troubling you” A little time after Vuiil unburdens himself. Krissy walks in to the room full of questions. “Why hello little Krissy, what may I do for you this day? Your Uncle! Ahh I see, well you may want to talk to Kulideb when you have a chance. From what she has shared with me. He was haunting her for awhile. Back in the old city of Hillsfar, during that difficult time.” Leaning over the chair Agudo smiles at Lucian. “Any time your ready Lucian, my History Book awaits.” As if on cue the floating white feather taps in the leather bound book to say its ready. “ I am truly fascinated by your historical life that you have led. Please continue” Elvina .((PM Agudo for a list of current classes. I'm sad to say I haven't been keeping up.)) OOC Yes well it shows in your grades my dear...tsk tsk;) The Pixie laughs and plays around Curunir. "Did you want to have the Headmaster Agudo himself teach you? For you say, your an Archmage, and well it would take another to learn from would it not?" She flew around his head then landed on his shoulder happy as can be.
Bewildered 07-05-04, 11:44 PM	Vuiil stirs in his bed still holding his right hand, he shifts his weight away from Agudo as if not trying to touch him as he begins to speak I did a bad thing, Agudo, a real bad thing. Vuiil almost sound like a sad child, who has crushed a bug on accident You see Agudo, I was in a negative plane about three and a half years ago, looking for a sphere of annihilation, and I found one but to my dismay as soon as I got up to it to use my entropy, an evil demon spoke to me and said ,"To whom ever touch this sphere will be forever cursed by its power and mine as well." Of course back then I, Just leaving home thought I was invincible, and disregarded this as an idel threat. Oooh but it wasn't, you see now I am forever cursed by it just as the evil one had said. I cannot become angry at any man or woman, for if I do my feeling take over and I cannot control the sphere, nor can my skin touch another human being or the same effect will happen. Vuiil stirs again this time clearing his throat he says As you can see Agudo, I wear these gloves at all times to prevent that from ever happening, and these robes cover the rest of my body. But last month I was seeing my childhood friend, who I just happen to love very dearly, but she hasn't seen me since the accident and unknowingly as I walked into town she jumped onto me kissing me on my accursed lips. That is when it happened, I pussed her off and screamed at her that she didn't know what she had done. Then I lost all control and told her to get away from me but, all she did was cry and ask why. By the time I had time to tell her what she had done it was all over, the entire village was demolished and everyone in it too, with me standing right there in the epicenter of it all, weeping like a child. Vuiil holds back his tears and sits up straight again and says Now I've been on the run for 3 weeks for the murder of over 100 inocent people and my one true love as well. Haha ironic, no?
m_man96 07-06-04, 10:53 AM	Curunir looks surprised at the pixie's question, and replies: "Do I want the Archmage himself to teach me? Hmm . . . I honestly don't know. I think I would, yet at the same time, I think I wouldn't. *sigh* Let's have fate decide for us, hm?" He takes out a gold coin and flips, assigning Agudo to heads. It comes up heads, and Curunir slips it back inside his pocket and says, "Very well, then. Archmage it is."
m_man96 07-06-04, 10:59 AM	Curunir looks surprised at the pixie's question, and replies: "Do I want the Archmage himself to teach me? Hmm . . . I honestly don't know. I think I would, yet at the same time, I think I wouldn't. *sigh* Let's have fate decide for us, hm?" He takes out a gold coin and flips, assigning Agudo to heads. It comes up heads, and Curunir slips it back inside his pocket and says, "Very well, then. Archmage it is."
Pipers Youth 07-06-04, 11:30 PM	As Elvina walks back up the stairs, Jedit wondered what she was really feeling. The time with her he spent Jedit had mixed emotions about Elvina. Was there really grief and sadness behind her smile? Jedit now lost in thought and looked at Elvina with a blank stare," I'm sorry, what did you say? I seemed to have lost my train of thought. Maybe I've been reading to much." Indeed Jedit had been lingering in the school's library at most times reading much of what he didn't understand.
Mazithra-Amakiir 07-07-04, 02:36 AM	The Githerzai looks at the Lady Hoot with confusion now as she suggests that he lay down. What kind of people were these? He knew nothing of them nor himself, and they knew nothing of him; why were they so helpful and trusting? "You ... surprise and confuse me, my Lady. Am I but a mere, passing stranger ... why do you offer such help, support, and kindness to one whom you know nothing about? What place is this, anyway? You said it was a school ... what kind of school?" The Githerzai holds a hand to his temples, rubbing them sorely. With his other hand, he rubs his chafed wrists, which look like may have, at one point and time in the recent past, have been held in chains and/or shackles. "This is all so very confusing...and disturbing, at the same time. Is soome chaotic creature playing a joke on me, stealing my memories and my mind into the night? All that I know now is how to fight; I know nothing of my past, of my self, nor of my home...Perhaps rest would be best at this point and time...where shall I retire?"
Agudo Archmage 07-07-04, 04:09 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley ((Out in the Lobby)) The Pixie jumps off the mages shoulderf . and laughes with glee. "I see you will be a fun student to have around. For like the coin toss you see life and a game of chance. Come this way Curunir, I shall take you to your private room." The little pixie tells you that your room is up the stairs on his right, with your name on the door. Your able to find the private room easy enough, and see that its very roomy and well decorated, with a strong “Gnome” handcrafted wood, of all exotic styles. In the corner is a large oak wooden role top desk, for all sorts of books and scrolls, and in the middle is a Hand carved wooden bed, capable of sleeping six humans or one large giant. Like everything in this school of “Light’ this place is furnished in great detail; of fine craftsmanship ,and has all the finest amenities for a “Midlevel Time period.” Such as a private washroom, with its own hand water pump, and hot water even comes out of the ornate designed iron tub. You scratch your head ? why would they do that? do they boil soup in the tub as well? ((Infirmary)) Lady Hoot listens with sympathy to the Githerzai. “I would ask that you stay in the infirmary, until your wound are healed. As far as the name of this place… Welcome to the Agudo school of Light and Magic. Located in the Realm of faerun on the Sword Coast, near the city of Baldur’s Gate.” Agudo comes closer to Vuiil A sad story indeed my tragic friend. I may be able to research this curse and have it removed from you. It will take a little time yet with rest here at the school. I should have something before you leave.”
Mazithra-Amakiir 07-08-04, 03:35 AM	Mazithra nods in agreement to Lady Hoot's suggestions of staying in the infirmary until most of his wounds have healed. Indeed, he could feel the pain of his limbs - most specifically his left arm and legs - like they were out of place in his body, dislocated, perhaps. And the searing pain of the burn marks marred his body, and had ruined his clothes. He bows to Lady Hoot, rather weakly, but with dignity and respect nonetheless.. "Yes, my Lady, you speak with much wisdom in your words. I thank your for your hospitality, though I know not how I shall re-pay it, but I promise you that I shall, in whatever ways I am able..." The Githerzai bows once again to Lady Hoot, and after unbuckling his weapons belt, and setting it on the floor by his infirmary cot, he lays upon it, thinking for some time...
Hazezon Tamar 07-08-04, 10:22 PM	(( A little announcement to everyone. I have recently changed my wizards screen name from Pipers Youth to Hazezon Tamar. I can still be reached at the same email address. Thankyou, and sorry for the trouble.))
Bewildered 07-08-04, 11:06 PM	Vuiil stands from his bed in the infirmary and walks to a window and stares for a moment and then walks out of the door into to the courtyard.
Agudo Archmage 07-10-04, 11:22 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley ((A few days latter)) A cute female Gnome by the name of Butterscotch, walks up to Curunir bedroom door and knocks. When it is opens, she walks in and informs Curunir, that Agudo the Headmaster wishes to see him in his office. About the same time a hairy toe Halfling, calling himself Lord of the Dance. Comes over to Vuiil in the courtyard. With a smart but short Gallic dance, he stops in front of Vuill. The Halfling lets him know that the Headmaster Agudo, is ready to try the first test cure, of the particular ailment that infects Vuiil. ((Elsewhere in the school)) Lady Hoot sits with Mazithra. “ How do you feel to day? Has your memory returned?
Bewildered 07-11-04, 12:36 AM	Vuiil says thank you to the halfling then starts to make his way to where Agudo was waiting. All the time he hoped he could be cured of his... bizzare ailment. Upon arriving he asks Am I in the right place?
m_man96 07-11-04, 03:19 PM	Curunir hears a knock on the door. He gets up and walks over to the door and grins down at the abdolutely gorgeous gnome named Butterscotch. He nods at the message, then walks over to the closet and puts on his blue robes. ((Yes, he was wearing pajamas!!)) Curnir walks down the hallway marked 'This way to Head Office'. He finds the door and knocks once before opening it.
Mazithra-Amakiir 07-11-04, 04:18 PM	In the morning as Mazithra awoke, he felt ... not himself. Indeed, when he spoke, it was not his voice but one ... deeper. It was someone else speakign through the outsider. Even his eyes were an odd shade of grey. "He is Mazithra Amakiir, Other-Planar Warrior, Champion of the Githerzai, Sworn Enemy of the Mind Flayer. The Great Master seeks him out, as he seeks all Githerzai of his home out. The Great Master is called by many names; Slavemaster, Dark Lord, He Who Reaps Pain, and many others not yet known to the common tongue. He is not god-like creature, but he possesses his own power which makes him very powerful and deadly. It is he who has punished this creature and who punishes him still. And just like that, the grey color of his eyes faded away, and once again, he was merely a simple, helpless Githerzai Warrior. His head turns to Hoot, and though he is slowly regaining strength, still he is in much pain, though he wills not to show it yet. "Nothing do I know yet, my lady, save that I am being hunted...my name, still, is in the recesses of the shadows yet..."
Agudo Archmage 07-11-04, 06:27 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley “Why yes that will do just splendid” The Headmaster says to blue hair Genie. Just make sure that we survive this” He says half jokingly. Just then a knock came at his office ornate door. “This is the one I was telling you about Ali.” Vuiil walks into a spaces room with tall stained glass windows and shelves full of books, scrolls, tomes, and odd magical devices of all types. In the corner is large a copper telescope peering into a distant Realm. On a granite desk, sits the Archmage of Light classic corncob pipe. Giving off that now familiar smell of apple cinnamon, to all those who know Agudo. Just behind the desk, leaning against the back wall, is Agudo famous rune staff. It blue orb pulsating with power. Overhead of the staff is a lovely picture of a Lighthouse; with Lady Hoot and Agudo on some distant beach Agudo walks up to Vuiil and smiles brightly at him. “Perfect timing my new friend. Come in and please have a seat on the floating carpet. He points to an intricate woven rug, of an unknown eastern land. That is floats low to the ground, in the middle of Agudo office. A second latter, the final guest had arrived that being Curunir. “Ahh yes my new student Curunir.” Agudo happily claps his hands together. “Your abilities are many and it is an honor to have you Curunir, seek the truth of knowledge from me. I have taken the time to prepare your first test” Agudo chuckles as he adds. “I hope you don’t mind skipping for now, the standard books of learning that most students go thru. Such as the Cosmic Theory and Chaotic paradox of Magic… for something more fun. For being an Archmage such as yourself, offers me the teacher, many ways off helping in your education.. Now if you would Curunir please, join me in a Time Quantum spell, for a most unusual case.” Walking back over to Vuiil, the Headmaster introduces them to each other, as well Ali the Genie. “Vuiil before we begin, would you be so kind as giving a short history of your sickness/curse. So that Curunir may have a better understanding of what is about to take place. And please Curunir… your insight into this matter; would be most helpful, before we test my first, and yes we pray.. only cure for Vuiil” ((Infirmary )) "Mazithra" "He is Mazithra Amakiir, Other-Planar Warrior, Champion of the Githerzai, Sworn Enemy of the Mind Flayer. The Great Master seeks him out, as he seeks all Githerzai of his home out. The Great Master is called by many names; Slavemaster, Dark Lord, He Who Reaps Pain, and many others not yet known to the common tongue. He is not god-like creature, but he possesses his own power which makes him very powerful and deadly. It is he who has punished this creature and who punishes him still. Lady Hoot eyes widen. But then seeing the sickman from another Realm snap out of the strange voice. She offers hope. "I think I can help with some of your infermation that is missing in your head. Are you ready for what maybe a surpprise?"
Mazithra-Amakiir 07-11-04, 11:47 PM	Mazithra looked rather confused and lost at what Lady Hoot said, about him being ready for some information that she had about him...but she was, after all, a owl - a snow white one at that - and owls were rather notorious for being very wise. He nodded, a grateful look in his eyes. "Yes, my Gracious Lady, whatever you have information to offer, I would be very grateful to accept..."
Bewildered 07-12-04, 10:36 AM	Very well Agudo like I said earlier, I was stricken with this curse when I attempted to retrieve this sphere of annihilation from some random negative plane. Unknowingly I took a sphere which belonged to a demon who in turn cursed me. The curse says that my skin can touch no one because if I do I lose control of the sphere and like the last time it will wreak havoc on those around me. It really is quite annoying and bothersome to say the least. Vuiil shakes his head while he massages hid right hand Do you think it will work?
Elvina 07-13-04, 09:56 AM	Elvina smiles again at Jedit, he was SSOO cute when he was confused. "Yes you have been spending a lot of time reading. But at least you've made some good use of your time here. Better then some of us." Elvina's smile gets slightly bitter when she says that as she thinks back to all the time she has wasted here. Of course in her eyes its everyone elses time she has wasted, especially that of her last and only love....Myranthor. If only she had been smart and seen how much more he loved that blue dragon.......She shakes her head slightly, trying to get those regretful thoughts out of her head. Let's go check out your room Jedit. Ready??"
m_man96 07-14-04, 11:04 AM	Curunir stretches, several loud cracks emanating from the direction of his hands, and walks over to the cursed victim. He examines him for a few minutes before finally saying, "I've never seen something like this before. Most curses are a simple task to remove, but this seems almost . . . resistant to the dispelling magic most often employed. "I'd like to try a spell on him first, if you don't mind, Archmage. I call it 'Curunir's Last Resort'. I developed it when I was exploring a set of ruins that supposedly 'ate' magic right out of a spellcaster's body. Well, what the spell does is that it scours the area completely clean of magic, allowing the spellcaster to enter the area unharmed. It functions rather like an antimagic field, but it is much more powerful. This would allow this curse to be healed normally while the effect was in place. It has a slight risk to permenantly remove all spellcasting ability from the recipient, but if Vuiil here has no objections, I don't see why not. Unless he is a fellow student, as well?" "Oh, by the way, both you and I shall need to clear the area when the spell is cast, Archmage. It is most unwise for any spellcaster to remain with the area of effect unless said spellcaster is the recipient."
Agudo Archmage 07-14-04, 04:10 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The Headmaster listens to his student, Curunir idea of helping the cursed Vuill. Rubbing his short blond beard, as he ponders the situation. “I am always interested in seeing my students, come up with their own spells. Vuill just relax and know we will do all we can to help you.” He walks over to Curunir, at the same time snapping his fingers. That caused a leather bond book to appear. It floated along side of the two Archmages, with a magic feather writing away. “I believe we should take notes of this difficult situation, so that future generations may learn from our experiments.” ((Infirmary)) Lady Hoot flaps her wings and goes into what she has learned. "You are Mazithra Amakiir, some type of Other-Planar Warrior, Champion of the Githerzai, Sworn Enemy of the Mind Flayer. An Evil calling itself the Great Master seeks you out, as it seeks all Githerzai of his home out. This so called Great Master is called by many names; Slavemaster, Dark Lord, He Who Reaps Pain, and many others not yet known to the common tongue. He is not god-like creature, but he possesses his own power which makes him very powerful and deadly. It is he who has punished you Mazithra and it may still try to punish youl."
Agudo Archmage 07-18-04, 10:36 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley ((OOC sorry my friend M_man96 but it seems you have been gone from the boards to long. Feel free to catch up when you return.)) Agudo studied the results of the spell cast by Curunir. “The magical entropy based on the mathematics of the results. Was less than we had hope my friend.” He walks up to Vuiil. “Don’t give up for, I have yet to try my idea. With that Agudo stood, and cast a very costly Time Dimensional Spell. It created two swirling masses of magic. “Vuiil look through the blue vortex! Can you see the woman that you loved? Its just before she jumped into your arms!” The Genie assistant came closer and spoke to Vuiil as well. “As you can see cursed one. The green vortex, shows your life before your curse befell you. You must ask me one wish, and one wish only that I give you. Do you choose to save the woman?” He points with one hand at her. “Or do you take back your old life back, before the curse came upon you.” He points to the images before his evil curse befell him. “ For it is in my power to change your past. The knowledge you have today, will still be with you. Yet I can not tell you the results of your wish, until after you choose” The genie and Agudo wait, for the complex situation to be resolved.
Bewildered 07-18-04, 11:28 PM	I.. I don't know... If I go back to the time of my cursing then won't I also be saving the woman I love?
Agudo Archmage 07-19-04, 12:06 AM	The genie laughs and shakes his head. "Sorry my cursed one. This is not for you to know, until after you make the wish."
Bewildered 07-19-04, 12:23 AM	Huh, wha... Fine then um... take me to the time before I lost my love... No. Well... yes take me to the time before my curse. No how . Vuiil seems very much at a loss, thinking hard over which path to take. Pff. Please... Genie take me to the time before I lost my love.
Agudo Archmage 07-19-04, 06:25 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Vuiil Please... Genie take me to the time before I lost my love. With that the magical vortex closes…. The Headmaster kneels down next to Vuiil. “I am proud of you Vuiil, for you showed mercy on another.” The Genie seems a little disappointed. “For this kind of wish, much must be offered Vuiil” He then looks at Agudo. “I will keep my promise as you have done the same.” A puff of smoke enveloped the Genie, and he was gone. Agudo was lost in thought, before answering the many question that Vuiil had. “As you heard the Genie says… Much must be offered for this kind of wish. Genies love playing games, its in their nature. Contrary to myth, most Genies don’t give three wishes for free. They want something in return…” The Headmaster stands. “In this case, you choose to give life to the woman you love; and even the town people. This was done over your own wants and needs; of getting your old life, before the curse. The game for the Genie was, the chance of tricking you. He wanted you to choose your old life. Why? So that you would go back in time, with your curse. For the Genie never said to you that the curse would be gone, if it sent you back in time. You like most people, would have assumed that result. They take pleasure in fooling selfish mortals, who only think of themselves. The Genie even told you would still have your memory, no matter what Vortex you choose. That’s the Genie way of giving you a hint.” Agudo walks over to his desk and sits down. He then smiles at Vuiil “Do you not want to know what happen with your wish? That being the woman you love? And of course the results of removing the curse upon you?”
Bewildered 07-19-04, 06:39 PM	Yes, please tell me. Vuiil pulls up a chair and listens intently
Agudo Archmage 07-19-04, 07:37 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley “Lets see … the deal I made with the Genie was this. once you choose the selfless act of saving her and the town. The Genie would go back in time, just before you got there; and use a massive (illusion spell.) Convincing you Vuiil that this was the real woman, and town before you. By the way what was her name again? In any case… Your curse went off, just as you sit here remembering it in the town.” Agudo leans closer over the desk “This way there is not that nasty Time Quandary effect. That comes up with changing the past, with a different outcome.” Sitting back down he pours two goblets of Elvin Sweet Water. “Care for some?” The Mage slides the goblet closer to Vuiil. “ In other words she was never harm, and the town is fine. Now about the curse. You see the Genie want it! That’s right, the Genie wants the curse that you have. Why? You may or should ask.” The Headmaster shrugs. “Something about the Genie and a king named Mytus and the golden touch.” After taking a few sips from the Elvin Sweet Water Agudo frowns. “I must be honest, the only way to give the Genie the curse is by you returning to the place that it was found. I know, I know… it maybe a fight to the death. But the Genie says he will go with you, and make a deal with the evil that cursed you with it.” Agudo waits to see if Vuiil is up for the adventure before him.
Bewildered 07-19-04, 10:42 PM	Hmmm, I see. Vuiil says while taking a large gulp of the drink. Yes, if it is to save Emili I will do anything. I have grown stronger and belive I can make the journey you speak of.
Agudo Archmage 07-20-04, 03:34 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley “The Headmaster smiles brightly at Vuiil, clapping his hands he stands. “Excellent then, lets not waste time then shall we!" The blond hair Wizard walks over, to one of many bookshelves in the room. “Now lets see… Ahh yes this will do” He picks up a leather brown book, tied together with red straps. “I wrote this on one of my several journeys to Multi Universes. I titled it humbly enough…Agudo Map to the Multi Planes.’ With a wink, he opens the large book, and magically flips through the thousands of pages. “Here we are! On 30040, M-Section. Just as I thought” Agudo mumbles many strange exotic words, and using his free hand, tosses a pinch of Stardust. Vuiil who was sitting in his chair, feels the ground slipping beneath him. A thunderous noise takes place. Then a cloud overwhelms his presence. Whiten a few minutes it is over. Yet the sights and sounds are quit familiar to Vuiil. ((OK Vuiil you have the honor of showing us, what is the place that you became cursed at. Who do we see? What there ? and so on))
Agudo Archmage 07-20-04, 03:37 PM	:embarrass so much for magic stopping the tricky double post. See above
Bewildered 07-20-04, 11:09 PM	Next thing Vuiil knew he was in that all too familiar place. Its long flat planes of solid granite stretched for miles and the rivers and lakes filled with a black glossy liquid. The place made no sound except for the occasional thunderclap that wasn't accompanied by either clouds or lightning. The sky was pure white, no clouds no birds. No animals graze no person speaks all that can be heard is Vuiils breathing. There are large black blobs about every 50 yards in every direction you can see. Ok if I remeber correctly this place is just a giant maze. Vuiil pulls out a wrinkled piece of paper and looks at the scribbles upon it AH! Here we go this way.
Agudo Archmage 07-21-04, 02:13 AM	The Genie stands next to Vuiil in some ways to happy for Genie. "Ahh cursed one, soon we both shall have what we seek." He gives off a loud bellowing laugh. "Its to bad Agudo would not come along. But thats the way of Mages. They like to read more than live, like we O' cursed human."
Mazithra-Amakiir 07-21-04, 02:46 AM	As the wise white owl spewed forth the contents of what seemed like a misty dream from some other plane, Mazithra remained without expression, his face bearing a likeness to stone. When she had finished, the Githerzai let out an exasperated sigh, and stood up, unconciously pacing around in circles. By outward appearance, the otherplanar entity seemed calm, in control, and not concerned about this new information. His mind, however, raced in circles of inner turmoil and confusion. These were not answers; they only created more questions! "Titles, names, nothing more! I may know my name with this new course, but still...I know nothing of which ye speak, gracious lady. Other-Planar Warrior, Champion of the Githerzai, Sworn Enemy of the Mind Flayer; these are nothing more than words, strands of letters strung together to form an attempt at a meaningful sentence, but which mean nothing to the likes of me! As for this Great Master...this Slavemaster, Dark Lord, He Who Reaps Pain...these, too, are nothing more than names to me! Shall my own ignorance bring about my demise, my destruction, as with those around me? Or is this some grand story that a trickster has spoken through you, in an attempt to detour my ultimate path? This is all nonsense, albeit disturbing nonsense. I know not what to make of it all. If I am truly some great champion, surely I should have so recollection of it! I know not what these mindflayers are even about, much less how to hunt them, or more importantly, why! Am I to forge a new life among the ashes of the old, rising above the ashes to lay claim to a new name, only to have it swept away once again by this Dark Master who is only a smattering of letters thrown together to form a word that means nothing to me?" The Githerzai remains standing, revealing no intention in mind, thought, or body, of lying down again. He stands before the window of the infirmary, looking out into the outlying land, his mind throwing question after question. Why am I here? Who is this Dark master? What am I to do now? Are the answers to the questions that seek me out there, in this wide and unforgiving world, this land of death, pain, and tears? Where is my home? What am I? Question after question assaulted his very being, each answer bring more questions to bear. The answers were out there somewhere, he was sure...
m_man96 07-21-04, 12:31 PM	((OOC: Many apologies, but I am afraid that I cannot regurlarly keep up with the boards anymore. My life has accelerated again to the point where I need to reevaulate all my activites. Sorry.))
Agudo Archmage 07-22-04, 03:20 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley As Mazithra spoke of his fears and frustrations, Lady Hoot listened with compation in her heart. “It must be hard on you Mazithra. For here you are in a strange place, with no one to remember. Be it friend lover or both. Yet as far as the evil that haunts you. I can only ask that you consider returning to your home Realm. For your past is the answers you seel”
Pipers Youth 07-23-04, 02:27 PM	Jedit scratches the back of his pointed ear irritated by something,"Well it seemed like a good thing to do at the time. And I'm sure the elders of my clan will apreciate the knowledge I have gained since my journey outside the forest.
Slobad,Goblin Tinkerer 07-23-04, 11:08 PM	Meanwhile a goblin is spotted walking in the Catherdral holding a metal tube. He was short but had arms that reached down to his knees. His arms ended not in hands but in something more like claws. His nose and ears were sharp pointed, and he was dressed in ragged scraps of leather that barely covered his rust- colored skin. A large satchel hung around his neck covering much more than his actual clothes. He walked passing the fairy tale scenery and whistled,"Sheshhhhhh, Sure wish Slobad's cave look more like this, huh? Then maybe Slobad have more friends, huh." The short goblin still continued walking and later approched a large desk and to his suprise found a floating book. Slobad gasped,"Maybe Slobad got wrong place, huh? Never ever tell Slobad of creepy floating book,huh. Stupid ankle bitn dwarves! As the goblin said this he never took into account for his own size.
Mazithra-Amakiir 07-24-04, 01:30 AM	Mazithra couldn't help but wonder at the wise lady's words. Return home? What was home, if not a place of the heart? In just the past few hours, the Githerzai had become confident that home was where ever the Fates led him on the Great Road. A thousand possiblities raged within Mazithra's mind, each one clashing with one another. "To find answers, the home realm would be the best solution, aye, ye are wise in offering this advice, dear lady. Yet, this raises more questions: what if these answers are not those that I desire? What if the answers to the questions that I seek would destroy me? Then, would it truly be best to return home? Or would it be truly better for the the good of all, that I start a new life, with a new name? Ye may think it so hard to live with no memory of thought nor deed nor love of what so many call home but perhaps...perhaps there is a reason that my mind has been erased, my memory has been made blank. Perhaps what awaited me in the future was not to be a favorable outcome, and thus the Fates transpired to bring me, in my eternal journey of searching, to this place, that I might start a new life, with a new name, to walk the path towards a brighter future? To these questions, my mind lies silent while my heart twists and convulses in agony of what the answer may be. I know not, nor, perhaps, shall I ever know. Perhaps, in this, no memory is a good thing, a precaution against what would destroy me. Besides...if my heart were set on returning, on finding the answers back home...how does one retrace one's steps to a place that one has no recollection of? It is a near impossibility. Now, perhaps, home is not a destination, but a path on the road, wheresoever my blade leads me."
Agudo Archmage 07-24-04, 09:52 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Slobad,Goblin The short goblin still continued walking and later approached a large desk and to his surprise found a floating book. Slobad gasped,” Maybe Slobad got wrong place, huh? Never ever tell Slobad of creepy floating book, huh. Stupid ankle bitn dwarves! As the goblin said this he never took into account for his own size. Penelope Dangerfly was about the lobby when she looked upon a strange sight. “A goblin here?” The cute female Gnome, shrugged and walked up to the slobbering flea bitten creature. “Hay ya! My name is Dangerfly, I am a professor of mechanical contraption at the school.” She takes short bow as if her fame should be known. Then she scratches her head and wonders aloud. “ What’s a gnarly looking fellow like ye, do’en here? Mazithra ….. perhaps, home is not a destination, but a path on the road, wheresoever my blade leads me Lady nodded her head in sympathy and understanding. “Then you have chosen your path. May it lead to the future you seek. As well as the wisdom it may offer to your new life. If you would excuse me I must be off. If you wish to stay awhile you may. Or if you go then I pray for a safe journey.” With that she flew off to other parts of the school.
Bewildered 07-24-04, 10:45 PM	Come on Genie we better get moving, Vuiil motions forward to his new adventurer It took me forever to get to the place last time. He looks at the crude map and takes a step forward, then turns the map around and makes a full turn and walks the other direction.
Mazithra-Amakiir 07-25-04, 02:08 AM	Mazithra the Githerzai nodded as he listened to the wise Lady Hoot speak her thoughts, while his gaze lingered still on the rolling hills and rising spires of the trees that was this new world. After some time, the wise owl gave her blessings to him. Turning, as Hoot prepared to travel to other places of the school where she was needed, the Githerzai Warrior bowed low to her. "I thank ye for the blessings that ye have bestowed upon one such as I, gracious Lady, and I thank ye for the hospitality that your giving heart has shown me. I think I would like to stay for some time, in this humble and giving place, if room can be found for a wandering soul such as I. The road can be a lonely place and perhaps, someday in the not-so-distant future, I shall take my place once again on that road. For now, however, it would please me to stay here, for some time, and learn what I can learn, and perhaps teach a little of my own knowledge." The Githerzai bows again, offering a crisp salute to Lady Hoot in fleight, as he walks out of the infirmary, to explore the wonders of the school.
Mazithra-Amakiir 07-25-04, 02:09 AM	Mazithra the Githerzai nodded as he listened to the wise Lady Hoot speak her thoughts, while his gaze lingered still on the rolling hills and rising spires of the trees that was this new world. After some time, the wise owl gave her blessings to him. Turning, as Hoot prepared to travel to other places of the school where she was needed, the Githerzai Warrior bowed low to her. "I thank ye for the blessings that ye have bestowed upon one such as I, gracious Lady, and I thank ye for the hospitality that your giving heart has shown me. I think I would like to stay for some time, in this humble and giving place, if room can be found for a wandering soul such as I. The road can be a lonely place and perhaps, someday in the not-so-distant future, I shall take my place once again on that road. For now, however, it would please me to stay here, for some time, and learn what I can learn, and perhaps teach a little of my own knowledge." The Githerzai bows again, offering a crisp salute to Lady Hoot in fleight, as he walks out of the infirmary, to explore the wonders of the school.
Slobad,Goblin Tinkerer 07-25-04, 02:26 PM	The goblin cocked an eye,"Slobad saw big shiny place and figure this good place to find work. You got work for me, huh? Wait! You make and fix things too, huh? Slobad raised his metal tube and messed around with it for a secound until a 'click' was heard and a flame erupted from the top of the contraption. "See? Slobad figure out how to harness flame in tube. Slobad good artificer, huh?" The goblin gave a toothy grin.
Elvina 07-25-04, 04:13 PM	Elvina smiles yet again at Jedit, her first real smile in a long time. "I'm sure they will all see the benifit of your new knowledge Jedit. Hopefully you can help your people out greatly with what you learn here." She turns the knob to a room that had Jedit's name on it. Inside was.... ((OOC: :embarrass Due to lack of imagaination today I'll leave it up to you to fill in the blanks. Let's just say its Whatever Jedit would ever want...Since that's how Agudo's rooms normally go.....But don't forget the bathroom with indoor plumbing and hot water.))
Agudo Archmage 07-25-04, 06:24 PM	((FAR OFF REALM)) The Genie patted Vuiil on the back and grinned. “Mortal, I can see your quit good at tracking. Tell me this how far are we too your nemesis? ((AT THE SCHOOL)) Penelope Dangerfly gave a questioning look. “Did ya say You a Goblin wanted to work here? I don’t think ya knows where yer at? This is Goody place! Not some cesspool wallow around in. They don’t take anyone evil…” She pauses as she looks at the Goblin. “Or those who look it as well. Trust me you goblins, like to destroy, and kill things.” Dangerfly taps the fire tube and chuckles. “Probably with this fire thingy yer holden. Besides you’re a monster! This is a Righteous place, dedicated to freeing the Realms from yer kind. But I will be nice about, and give ya a head start. Before I tell the Monks, about the vermin in the lobby.
Slobad,Goblin Tinkerer 07-25-04, 11:34 PM	The Goblin snorted at the Gnome's comment,"You think Slobad monster, huh? Say this goody place, not some cesspool, huh? Well Slobad not evil, just look for work. But now Slobad change mind, let just see how Righteous this place is if burnt to nothing, huh? With that said the nifty goblin tinkered with the metal tube again until the flame errupted into a bright white. Then Slobad dashed as fast as his little feet could carry him and ran past the mohagony desk and through the door leading out of the Catherdral and into the School.
Mazithra-Amakiir 07-26-04, 12:44 AM	As Mazithra wandered through the throngs of the students making their way to and from classes in the School of Light and Magic, he couldn't help but hear some of them discussing the marvels of the great school, most notably the Cathedral, perhaps one of the most blessed places in all of Faerun, boasting of holy power within its walls. THe Githerzai couldn't resist the temptation within his soul to let his eyes fall upon this marvel, and thus he made his way toward the cathedral. He heard a commotion within, but assumed it was only excited students conversing after some grand mass. However, just as the Githerzai got to the door, Slovak the goblin ran full bore into his tall, muscular-toned body, knocking him back a few feet. Looking down, the Githerzai eyes the short, if not somewhat frantic, source of his reversed momentum, eyeing hte figure with his yellowed eyes. "In the name of chaos...I understand excitement tints your rationale, little one, but in the futue, may'haps it'd be best if ye'd watch where yer footsteps fall, and whose body yer footsteps carry ye into!" Shaking his head, the Githerzai makes his way past the shocked goblin, in through the doors of the Cathedral, to view one of the grander wonders of the school...
Agudo Archmage 07-26-04, 11:10 PM	Penelope Dangerfly wasn’t going to let a bad greeny; get away with causing havoc at the School of Light. As fast as her little feet could carry her, she chased after the flaming maniac from hell. Jumping over and under pews, through the Cathedral of Light. Grabbing onto a bowl of blessed water as she did. In a mad chase after the crazed goblin. “Stop in the name of the Light! Ye bad little Goblin.” The Gnome then skids to a stop, just to chastise Mazithra “Let me get this strait. Ye see a funky goblin with a torch running about… And then ye let it run by ye with parting words of ….Be CAREFULE?” With a disgusted look she ran on to catch the burning mad Goblin
Mazithra-Amakiir 07-27-04, 12:45 AM	The Githerzai had shrugged as he continued to make his way to the cathedral when a short, stubby creature, native to this quaint, little realm, began to chastize him! "Goblin? Ah, yes, that is what those creatures are, aren't they?" The Githerzai watched nonchalantly as the chase for the goblin continued. Mazithra thought about thie present situation for a while; it was his race's decree that they not get involved, but then again, he was not so much like his race...it seemed that his path, this day, had been chosen for him. Reaching into one of his pouches that were not torn apart and ripped asunder by the force of the storm that he was in, Mazithra 's hands suddenly appear in the open air, holding to 4-pointed stars, shurikens. Without a second thought, the Githerzai let fly at the goblin with the shurikens, aiming for his legs. Then, drawing his near gargantuan great sword, the Githerzai gave chase as well. This would prove to be an interesting stay at the school!
Slobad,Goblin Tinkerer 07-27-04, 02:16 PM	As Slobad ran into the lean man the goblin spat,"Watch where you going, huh? Can't you see Slobad trying to run, huh? Next time you be lucky if my footsteps dont fall into your butt , huh? Then let's see who be screaming, huh? Then the goblin slipped past the figure and continued his wild sprint through the school when all of a sudden a sharp object hit him in the leg. The goblin let out a yelp and looked down at his leg to find a shuriken that bit into him. The goblin turned and retreated down into the nearest corridoor and enterd a room with a sign on the door that read,Alchemist Lab.
Mazithra-Amakiir 07-28-04, 12:54 AM	Mazithra watched the goblin run off quickly, and take a sharp turn into a room that he didn't know of, nor cared to know of And so the chase was on! With his giant, rune-etched great sword vibrating with an unknown, yet disturbing, energy, the outsider gave chase, his great legs carrying him swiftly across the terrain to the room the goblin had entered. As he lingers outside the room, he speaks, seeming to be talking to himself. "I can't help but wonder if all entities of this formiddable domain possess such an air of elevated arrogance about them? I pray this i not true, else my experiences shall be vastly diminished in excitement. Then again, with creatures such as these inhabiting these strange and cruel plane, how can a d uel moment ever have cause to arise out of the misty shadows!?" With that, the Githerzai continued to follow the goblin into the same room, the fires of a chase bring exitement, and perhaps, somewhat exhileration, at the new hunt. As he enters the room he lets off a shot, a voice that resonates off the walls with a declaring booming quality. "Halt ye, renegade creature!"
Agudo Archmage 07-28-04, 12:29 PM	Penelope was fast on the hills of the insane fire starter. To her pleasant surprise the big guy she had chastised was passing her by. Leading the charge for all the goodly folk. She nearly knocked over a group of Leprechauns, playing by some mushrooms. Even some pixie stop there flying, and held up sign saying Go Light Team! And booed the Goblin, as he ran down the hall to the alchemist lab. Stopping just behind the big Mazithra guy. He bravely enters the lab and yells out ("Halt ye, renegade creature!") Penelope Dangerfly feeling in bolden by having a giant on her side. Jumps in after him. “ Yer a bad little greeny…. As she does so her eyes go wide. “DON’T TOUCH THAT!”
Slobad,Goblin Tinkerer 07-28-04, 02:06 PM	As Mazithra and Penelope entered the Alchemist lab they found the goblin standing ontop a table holding a flask of some adhesive sticky substance. The gnome instantly knows that the substance is Alchemist's fire! A substance when exposed to air ignites, and can be used as a throwing weapon. Slobad taunts and waves the flask at the two," No, you hault, huh? Or you aint gonna look so good, huh? Now listen, you gonna lay down big sword thingy, and step away from door,and gnome lady come with me, simple huh? Before the goblin finished he spat,"And the sharp, pointy things you throw at me!"
Mazithra-Amakiir 07-29-04, 12:31 AM	The Githerzai looks at the goblin with disgust, and more keenly at the bottled liquid that the goblin is holding. With a resigned shrug, Mazithra reaches into a pouch and removes the shuriken, as well as a curved dagger "Art thou so very worried about yer prowess and strength and bravery in battle that you must take odds to improve yer chances of success? Ye see, little green thing, this school is very wide and large, encompassing, I am sure, many fighters of many degrees in many arts. They would not be none too happy to learn that a little green monstrocity such as yerself was responsible for harming one o' it's own, y'see. Oh, ye wanted these metal objects in my pouch too, eh? Very well, then, I shall let ye have them." The Githerzai reaches into his pockets, removing the 10 or so shurikens, and settting them gingerly on the ground in front of him. His gaze then rests on the goblin once again. He looks down briefly at the sword still resting in his hands, and then back up to the green-skinned monster. "This sword cannot leave my hands, little one. It is a part of me, as I am a part of it. To remove it from my possession would cause the wrath of the gods that ye have never seen to come down upon this place. But, let me make you a deal; I have removed all of the little weapons that I could use to gain an advantage in a battle, such as a chase like this. I now hold my sword, my sole weapon in battle, and instead of this running and chassing and running and chasing, why don't we settle this the honorable, old-fashioned way? A duel, little creature. I promise ye, no tricks. What do you say, shall we engage in a battle of prowess that these unknowing spectators have never before seen? Or...are you too scared?"
Mazithra-Amakiir 07-29-04, 12:32 AM	Curse the double posting demons!
Agudo Archmage 07-29-04, 12:39 PM	As the action takes place Pinelopy hops up and down, red faced. “And just where do ye be thinking of taken a lovely lass as myself? Im no prized Goblin hoard, you can just seduce!”
Slobad,Goblin Tinkerer 07-29-04, 06:41 PM	Slobad still grasping the flask tightly spat,"What you think I'm crazy, or just stupid, huh? I take hostage to avoid being chopped up into little peices, besides you twice as big as Slobad! You think that fare fight, huh? Now just do what I say and step away from door. The goblin suddenly grabbed Pinelopy's arm and yanked her up onto the table," Trust me, you not prized goblin hoard, you don't even got big ears or feet. You just here to lead me to where dwarves keep black powder in school, huh?" Now the goblin turned to Mazithra pressing the flask to the gnome's neck and loosened the cork," Now move sword boy!"
Mazithra-Amakiir 07-31-04, 09:57 PM	Mazitha's normally yellowish eyes seem to turn opaque, as if some horrid transformation were taking place. No emotion is splayed upon the creature's expression, though his eyes - occasionally flashing fiery orange, red, and bright yellow - seem to speak of a promise of a fate far worse than death for the goblin... "My dear, ignorant creature, I shall not be so easily lost. My hands shall clutch for your soul and body until the very end of time. My sword is not the only means of weaponry that I have at my disposal, hear you me. I will follow you to and through the fires of indomitable Hell if I must, to bring justice to you, foul creature. The Lords of that Dark Place shall not begin to be enough to protect ye from a fate worse than death, this I promise you. I have travelled through plane after plane, fighting more formiddable foes than which you are aware. Justice will be wreaked upon your soul, defiler of law." The Githerzai's eyes seem to light up in an instant flash of yellowish-gray, as if some inner candle of flame had soared up into unextinguishable proportions, as if the very part of him that had been lost was suddenly coming into view. Throwing the sword up into the air, end over end, he whispers some intangible words as a portal seems to open into some starry, night sky, lacking both dimensions and physical proportions. With a sucking sound, the sword dissapears into the portal and is gone. Meanwhile, the Githerzai crosses his arms and glares at the goblin, his eyes alone revealing the promise of a fate worse than death to the goblin when he finally catches up to him. When he speaks, his voice is soft, hardly above a whisper, yet at the same time, it seems to echo around the room, an undeniable doom evident in his voice. An aura of purely psychic energy seems to flare up in front of him, protecting him from otherworldly and mundane attacks. "Run, creature. Run as fast as your skinny, short little legs can carry you. I shall chase ye until the end of time, creature, every shadow reflecting my sight, ever gust of breeze my arms, every thundercloud carrying my entity, and when I catch up to you - that is when, not if - you shall sorely regret yer very existence, for a thousand torturous deaths shall be preferrable than the wrath of justice that I shall wreak upon ye." The Githerzai, oddly enough, laughs. It is not an insane laugh nor is it an emotion-less voice, but rather, a laugh bubbling up from his gut, wrought purely from joy and contentment. With the current circumstances, one had to wonder, indeed, what this creature was about, if some streak of insanity marked his benevolent nature. Then, he speaks again, a calm voice, but at the same time, reflecting a reaching darkness... "Run, ye foolish creature. Run until your stone heart bursts forth from yer body. And one word of advice...don't look behind you." The Githerzai smirks, his arms still crossed, and awaited the goblin's next action with a calmness that most found somewhat disturbing. At the same time, it seemed, the Githerzai was there...but he was not. His body, and his very essence, seemed to gleam with an undeniable surge of energy as he calmly, patiently, awaited the goblin's move.
Agudo Archmage 08-01-04, 09:37 PM	Penelope trys to struggle from the green meany , as Githerzai spars verbally with Slobad. Finally she has had enough, and stomps her foot on to the Goblins. Then turning the feisty Gnome bites his bulbous nose. Before pushing away from his scaly hands. Unfortunately in her haste, she knocks over a bubbling potion. “Now see whats ye made me do! Ye fire starten Goblin! Sparks and smoke pop out from the fizzing liquid, that now lays burning through the table.
Mazithra-Amakiir 08-01-04, 09:58 PM	Mazithra knew an opportunity when one presented itself, and this one was as good as any. Though he didn't have my sword, he was not worried; he had spent many years surviving, and even thriving, in the many realms and planes. The Githerzai did a rather strange thing then ... the serious-minded creature smiled. "Boom you go, green monster." With that, the Githerzai, in great, leaping mounds of his strong, muscled legs, bound for the goblin standing at the table, relying on his powerful fists to deliver his damage this time.
Slobad,Goblin Tinkerer 08-10-04, 11:02 PM	All was going well for Slobad until the gnome fought back smashing the goblins toe and swiftly bit into his nose. Slobad let out a yelp," Ouch! Why you do that, huh? Stupid gnome! I outa cut your throut!" As Slobad was yelling he seemed not to notice the fire under feet until he smelt the pungent odor of his feet burning. The goblin let out another yelp and started to dance on the table to smother the flames. The fire was mostly put out and Slobad gave a sigh of relief until he forgot about one thing. The swordsman Mazithra! The goblin craned his neck to look up at the man and found a fist instead. Mazithra launched a cracking blow to the goblins face and had sent Slobad flying across the room. The goblin hit the wall with a crunch and landed on the floor sprawling.
Slobad,Goblin Tinkerer 08-10-04, 11:03 PM	(Curse the damned double post!)
Mazithra-Amakiir 08-11-04, 11:02 AM	Mazithra digs into one of his pouches for some rope as he begins to approach the goblin. His voice, once again emotionless and carrying the uncaring coldness, reaches out to the goblin's ears. "I told ye that I would catch ye one day, ye li'l green abomination. And so I have. I would dearly love to expose you to the hazards of the many planes that I have passed through, but cruelty of that regard is not possessed by those such as me. For that, you can thank whatever savage, bloodthirsty divine power that you follow. Perhaps you will find yerself wishing I had exposed you to the cruelties of the many planes, for now you face judgement from Agudo, and retribution for attacking a member of the school." He began to approach closer then, ready to tie the goblin up, once and for all.
Agudo Archmage 08-11-04, 12:50 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley As it would be, the Headmaster and High Cleric were just walking by. When they heard the entire ruckus. It wasn’t hard to find, with all the smoke, and smell coming from the nearby room. Poking their heads in, they blinked with surprise at all the mess. Lady Hoot cleared her throat, and then spoke to Dangerfly. “I take it, one of your experiments has gone a rye again?” Then before the Gnome could reply, to the wise white owls question. Agudo gaze fell upon the now burnt, and bloodied noose Goblin. “Is that a Goblin? How did it get in here?” Walking over, the Headmaster snapped his fingers causing Slobad to levitate before him. At the same time, Penelope is franticly telling the hair-razing tale, of how Slobad wanted to go to school here. Lady Hoot chuckled at the comical story. “I see that once more, Goblins have reached new heights, with their destructive reputations.” Agudo nodded his head in agreement. “Yes well I have heard of some Wizards, and even a few Clerics, having Goblin servants. Yet there Alignment is often Neutral character.’ The High Cleric chimmed in. “ I am happy to say Slobad that you have found yourself, at a school, dedicated to all that is Righteous and Light. Or in laymen’s terms, Lawful Good.” Agudo then winked at Slobad and continued. “Not much of future for a Goblin, to be had here. Yet let it not be said that I wasn’t helpful, even to a mischief’s Goblin. I do believe up North in the lands of Icewind Dale, there is a Wizard, calling himself the Gray. In any case, just recently, a few adventures that I met up with, said that the Gray’s last Goblin servant, had a rather unfortunate accident…. And well… Maybe you would like the job? It’s only a six-month march from here, a bit cold up there as well. Yet once you reach the Tower that the Wizard lives in; you will find a giant Tree, giving off magical warmth, for miles around. Kind of like an a desert oasis… but in the snow!” He then reaches into his pocket a produces a map, for Slobad to find his way. “If your interested, then just follow the map, and good luck little Goblin.” Turning to Mazitha's, the Headmaster and High Cleric, both gave a warm smile. “Why hello Mazitha's” Agudo said as they came closer. “I take it you’re the one I need to thank for restoring Order in my school?”
Mazithra-Amakiir 08-11-04, 01:37 PM	The Githerzai merely shrugs nonchalantly, as if this were an everyday occurence that he was not surprised with. His eyes, which are for the moment opaque, seem to flash and change color beofre their very eyes, reverting back to their pale-yellowish color. His voice, too, is back to normal, a reserved calm. "Restoring order? I would never do such a thing. I was just enjoying myself in the chaotic moment. And stopping a good-for-nothing, miniscule, green abomination also known as a goblin. I was actually on my way to the Cathedral...I must admit that I know not much about the religious aspects of this realm, and I was hoping I could learn a little bit form the Cathedral that you have built here."
Agudo Archmage 08-12-04, 04:09 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Mazithra seem surprised at the Headmaster words of Order and truth. “Well then my friend allow Lady Hoot, to escort you to the Cathedral of Light.” The wise white owl smiled like all enchanted animals can, and bade Mazithra to follow. “Order is measured like a balancing scale. It allows us to have the best of everything, without over indulging ourselves. For example the chaotic little beastie that nearly blew up the classroom lab. He lacks wisdom and judgment when playing with fire. I must say as well that Gnomes have a streak of silliness in them. Yet in their heart most have goodness in them that allows them to think of the well-being of others.” Turning a corner in the grandiose school hallway Lady Hoot continued. “And that is the key to Order…Goodness of ones heart. Seeking the betterment of all over the selfishness of Chaos.”
Slobad,Goblin Tinkerer 08-13-04, 05:58 PM	Slobad levitating in air by means of Agudo stared blankely at the archmage. When he was finished Slobad was suddenly kicked back into reality and started to thrash in midair. The goblin spat and cursed,"Put me down! Put Slobad down now or you gonna face da..um..er consequences! Ya dat it!" Slobad had an idea and if he planned it out right it might just work. Suddenly the goblin waved his hands in a conjuring motion to cast a pretend spell. He shouted," Ya Slobad greatest mage in all of the lands. Fear me and do as I say and I might spar your puny life!"
Agudo Archmage 08-14-04, 08:10 PM	SLOBAD [QUOTE] Put me down! Put Slobad down now or you gonna face da..um..er consequences! Ya dat it!" Slobad had an idea and if he planned it out right it might just work. Suddenly the goblin waved his hands in a conjuring motion to cast a pretend spell. He shouted," Ya Slobad greatest mage in all of the lands. Fear me and do as I say and I might spar your puny life!" QUOTE] As Lady Hoot and her new student left in discussing the perplexity of Order. Slobad had proclaimed his earthshaking power, in no uncertain terms. Without turning about, Agudo snapped his fingers dissipating the Levitation spell around Slobad. “Take the map and seek your fortune North of here, with the Gray wizard. that is if you wish, or on the other hand…” The Headmaster slowly turns around with a rascally smile on his face. “… Or maybe… I shall turn you over to the Agudo school of Light and Magic, Dwarven rugby team. Dwarves do so love to play with your kind. You know to thrash around with.”
Slobad,Goblin Tinkerer 08-15-04, 02:53 PM	Slobad swallowed hard and croaked,"Dwarven rugby team? Ya I think I take trip north. Fresh air might do Slobad some good, huh?" With that the goblin grabbed the map and bolted out the door. Halfway down the hall the goblin stopped and thought about asking for a weeks rations. Then he thought twice when he thought he magically heard the archmages statement echoe throught the hall"You know to thrash around with.”
Mazithra-Amakiir 08-16-04, 10:40 PM	As Mazithra walks with the wise Lady Hoot, he listens intently to her explanations of order versus chaos "Ye speak with the inherent wisdom of your race, Lady Hoot. Even in chaos there is a form of order and even, one could say, harmony. Of course, it is all in the eye of the beholder, all a perception. Good? Evil? Chaos? Order? These are all concepts and morals, and all of them are subject to the perception of the individual. To the destructive goblin, perhaps we were being chaotic and unorderly. These are only two sides of the eternal argument."
Edwin Odesseiron of Thay 09-16-04, 02:42 PM	Edwin Odesseiron of Thay, was standing just outside the gates of this glorified goody two shoes of a so called school. He was arguing with a leprechaun, about gracing this sickening school of righteous goodness, with his grand presence. “Now be so kind little prancing lawn ornament! And let your masters know that the great Edwin Odesseiron of Thay is here!”
Agudo Archmage 09-18-04, 09:00 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Out by the garden dismissing a class of future Druids dedicated to the Light. Lady Hoot was admiring this lovely day when a student came up to her. Smiling she asked. “Yes my child what is it?” The Leprechaun hops up and down explaining that there was a grumpy Wizard wearing red carpet outside the gates. She thanked the student and calmly flew over to the main gate. Not surprising, the rude wizard was a of the dastardly famed group of Red Wizards. “I see evil is at the gates of Light, begging to come in" She said nothing more than let the fact of Edwin’s aura is very clear to her.
Edwin Odesseiron of Thay 09-19-04, 11:14 PM	“EVIL!” Edwin Odesseiron of Thay was annoyed at being talk to with such disrespect. “I see, you think that anyone who doesn’t prance about like some dandy pansy girl! Singing be nice this and lets all hold hands and be friends blaa, blaa, blaa” Odesseiron then folded his arms. “I have come all this way to offer my superior intelligent wisdom, to your silly students. But the best your bird brain can come up with is, evil at the gates blaa. Now are you going to open the gates a show some respect?”
Agudo Archmage 09-23-04, 02:05 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley “Don’t be ridicules Red Wizard. This is a sanctified place of Light not the cesspool of evil. We have no slaves here nor do we care for their masters. Be gone from here before I send out the Righteous Knights of the Light to deal with your sorry red scalp.”
Mazithra-Amakiir 09-23-04, 08:31 PM	Mazithra was taking a meditative walk through the Gardens within the School of Light and Magic, when his reverie was boisterously interrupted by frantic, excited shouts of several of the students, about there being some kind of evil, arrogant Red Wizard at the Gates. Wanting to see the cause for the excitement, the Githerzai Warrior made his way through the throngs of frantic students. He got within hearing range of Lady Hoot just in time to hear her return her own ultimatum. Be gone from here before I send out the Righteous Knights of the Light to deal with your sorry red scalp.” And then, the Githerzai Warrior was there, beside Lady Hoot, his rune-inscribed, chaotic great sword resting on the stones of the ground as he looked down at this arrogant Wizard.In his ever-calm, somewhat monotonous voice, Mazithra spoke down to the wizard in red. "Are all of you wielders of magic the same? Arrogant, cocky, and believing that the cosmos must revolve around them? Or is it just you? Perhaps you should take your own advice, and show some respect, wizard - though I don't know if you even deserve that title."
Edwin Odesseiron of Thay 09-24-04, 04:40 PM	The white-feathered brain dust mop, was bad enough, but to be insulted by what cam next was beyond belief. Githerzai Warrior Are all of you wielders of magic the same? Arrogant, cocky, and believing that the cosmos must revolve around them? Or is it just you? But then the wizard caught hold of himself as he took in what was before him. “Only to those who are beneath us Githerzai” Edwin had recognized this thing before him and smiled evilly.” ““It seems that this school has its own dark secrets. Maybe it is you talking parrot that should be weary of her own scalp. For the monster that is within your gates, is more dangerous than what stands without”
Mazithra-Amakiir 09-24-04, 06:10 PM	For the first time, the Githerzai Warrior smiled. It was a rather cold smile, with no emotion splayed within its depths whatsoever. But rather, a sadistic humor reflected by the smile. In a voice that almost sounded like he was laughing, Mazithra retunred the Red Wizard's retort. "Yes, Red One, much more dangerous than what begs outside. Clearly, you are as naive as you look. You must not know much about us. I also urge you to not judge a book by its cover. We are dangerous; more dangerous than you could imagine. BUt there is more...aye, much more..." The Githerzai leaned idly on his great sword, as if the weight of the world rested upon his shoulders. "Through plane and dimension have I travelled, Red One. My path has not led here to parley terms of agreement with a cocky, arrogant, naive, and poorly dressed Red Wizard. In fact, I'd wager that you beat up some true Red Wizard and stole his clothes! Such a lie you lead, foolish one.. I shall not warn ye anymore, Pretend Wizard in Red. Go shout yer idle threats elsewhere."
Edwin Odesseiron of Thay 09-27-04, 10:20 PM	“Puu, porrr, poorly dressed?” Odesseiron was more than shocked he was outraged. “I may have a few runs on my red robe! But how dare you an infidel! Mock my heritage as a wizard of Thay! “ He huffed and turned about, walking down the road, shouting at whatever misfortunate birds or rabbits that happen by. “Githerzai of all things? What next shall the Halflings mock me as well? What is the world coming to when I Edwin the greatest red wizard that ever lived! Is rejected by a half rated, rundown, school for retarded gnomes!”
Mazithra-Amakiir 10-17-04, 10:07 PM	Mazithra stares on, and as he stares, he shakes his head. Mildly, the Githerzai calls after the Red Wizard. "Naive Red Wizard, why is it that you would so seek to enter this school of run down, retarded denizens? Is the reason, perhaps, that you are what you name? Rejected, run down, and as smart as a retarded gnome?? Nay, do not answer this question, my good fool, we all know the answer!"
Lord Tarran 11-15-04, 11:39 PM	For a moment, the sun flickers out. Just for a blinkspace, no more, but noticeable to anyone at least mildly paying attention. A second later, a man, dressed in red dragon scale plate appears at the front door of the school, holding a rider's helm underneath his arm, and a long sword at his side, held in a red scabbard. He enters the main hall of the school, watching the bustling students with a smile, his green eyes laughing out from beneath his blond bangs. His skin is a healthy peach, slightly toughened from sun exposure, but nothing more. He sits at a nearby bench, looking out at the students, and wondering if who would approach him first. Those looking especially closely will notice that his eyes seemed to be back in fire, but only for a second.
malik21 11-16-04, 12:06 AM	A boy in dark black robes, green eyes, and black hair walks up to the school. He turns back and begins to walk away. 'They wouldn't let me in even if I begged' him thinks to himself. He turns around again. 'I might be able to get in" He turns around again. 'Nah they wouldn't let me..Well I could at least try.. Cair finally makes up his mind and makes his way into the school. He looks around at the various students and teachers wondering who he should talk to first.
Agudo Archmage 11-16-04, 12:58 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Relaxing with several students outside in garden near the gate. The wise snow owl noticed two new travelers about. Flying over she smiled like alll enchanted owls can. "May the wisdom of the Light guide you both. What brings you to this School of Light and Magic?"
Lord Tarran 11-16-04, 01:30 AM	Bowing deeply as he stands, the man in red dragon armor speaks in a voice like rolling thunder. I am Kherule Agnotema. I was merely passing over---- I mean nearby, and decided to come over and take a look at the school. You see, I specialize in finding young sorcerors, ones generally abandoned for various reasons, and place them in good homes for them to learn in. I also look in establish schools for people with the Dragon's Gift, and make sure that they are aware of it and using it, not wasting their talents on pure wizardry. I also practice a fair amount of magic myself, and take certain types of students under my wing, he smiles selfconciously. where I teach them my and their craft. I saw this school and guessed that I would see if any of my current charges could find shelter here, and check to see if there are any students here who need a teacher of my particular expertise.
Drindin 11-16-04, 01:35 AM	Krissy appears in a doorway which fills with mist as she does so. She looks over at the boy in the dark robes, walking over to him, smiling in a way that only this thirteen year old, frail, half-ghost girl can, with her brunette hair, her light blue eyes, and her ghostly pale, almost transparent skin, with that blue, silken dress of hers. "Only one like you has stepped into this building before, aside from myself... he was my uncle, Drindin, a cleric of wee-jas, using his gifts of order and death. Tell me, what is you name? I am Krissy, last of the Trunin Clan aside from my other uncle, Shades."
malik21 11-16-04, 07:51 AM	"To learn everything I can!" he says with a smile to Lady Hoot. He was not surprised at all to see an animal talk. Turning to Krissy "I am Cair. It's a plesure meeting you" he says with a bow.
Drindin 11-16-04, 09:44 AM	Krissy smiles. "The pleasure is mine, sir Cair. I'm sure Agudo already has a room made up for you." She offers him her arm. "I'll take you! Now, pray tell, how old are you?"
Agudo Archmage 11-16-04, 02:42 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Lady Hoot was pleased to see Krissy make a friend as she walked off with the new boy. Yet the snow owl was paying close attention, to this self proclaimed teacher of Sorceress and Half Breed Dragon “Well met wayward traveler! I am Lady Hoot High Cleric of Light of this place Yet tell me Kherule Agnotema, you say you seek the betterment of your students? Are they dedicated to the ways of Goodness? Flapping her wings gently she added. What of yourself? Where does your heart allegiance lay? For the Headmaster Agudo and myself seek the betterment of others as well. Never the less, I am glad you were passing over…..I mean passing nearby” Hoot said this letting her fellow soaring creature of the air that she was aware of the verbal slipup “Your very exotic looking, I take it your not from around here. Where do you hail from my new traveling friend?”
malik21 11-16-04, 04:37 PM	"I'll be fourteen in a few days!" he says with a wide grin. Taking Krissy's arm he heads toward his new room.
Lord Tarran 11-16-04, 05:15 PM	Kherule smiles, glad to respond to the owl since the little one had left. I hail from the southern part of the Spine of the World, where there is little snow, but much rock, and great red mountains. Well, I was born there anyway, but I left when I became a teenager. Rebeling against my elders and all that. Leaving my moutains, I came across many who would slay me because of the color of my skin, though I merely wished to wander and learn. So many fool hardy adventures met a most untimely death at my hands. During my travels, when I was able to stay hidden, I practiced a great deal of magic, more than others of my kind. During my learning, I came across many gifted with my kin's powers, and I started to teach these less experience, volatile sorcerors. During this time, I was merely a third party in the war between Heaven and Hell, and I would still like to consider my self at least partly neutral to this. But, because of my nature, many evil students passed through my hands. I suppose youv'e heard of Manshoon? One of mine, unfortunately. But, I also taught a few good pupils, though the ones still alive today are much greater than I had foreseen. I believe you have heard of Elminster? His sorceror's training is mine, as is that of Midnight's, though neither know. Lately, I have found myself more inclined to good. Evil destroys to much knowledge, to much promise, and is generally abhorrent, though there are others such as myself revel in it. And because I look like them I'm cursed to be seen the same. I don't even share the Greed, and yet I am reviled. I'm sure you have guessed by now, Lady Hoot, what I am. His green eyes turn into molten orbs of red, before shifting back.
Drindin 11-16-04, 08:29 PM	"I'll be fourteen in a few days!" he says with a wide grin. Taking Krissy's arm he heads toward his new room. Krissy smiles. "Really? I'll be thirteen within the month." They go up many flights of stairs, Krissy being quiet most of the way, until they finally pass a door, with Cair's name on it. Inside is a room fitted to all of Cair's needs. "Here we are! I hope you enjoy your stay... I'm only just a few doors down the hall!"
malik21 11-18-04, 08:56 AM	With a broad grin on his face Cair walks into his new room. 'This place is better than I thought" he says to himself.
Agudo Archmage 11-18-04, 01:41 PM	Kherule .......But, I also taught a few good pupils, though the ones still alive today are much greater than I had foreseen. I believe you have heard of Elminster? His sorcerer’s training is mine, as is that of Midnight's, though neither know. http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Lady Hoot grinned at the fantastic statement of Kherule. Her eyes widen and she could not help but blink a few times before speaking. For she had heard of Elminster’s abilities before. Not just through heroic Bards tales. But in conversations with other respected Arcane users, who have met the fabled Elminster. “I must say…. Isn’t Elminster a Wizard! Not a Sorcerer? For one must be born with such natural abilities like a Sorcerer. Those rare beings blessed with such powers, often discover it in childhood And Sorcerers are more charismatic than other spells casters, and often lack the high intelligent necessary to become a Wizard. There magic is more limited than a Wizards! But on the other hand a Sorcerer is often more deadly in battle. Lost in thought Lady Hoot closed her eyes before continuing. “According to the available history on Elminster, he has never had such experiences.” The Wise snow owl open her eyes and tilts her head at Kherule. For she was truly perplexed at Kherule words. “I have known for sometime that the Archmage of legend; has dabbled in Rogue training and Sword fencing. But Elminster would be the first to admit, and often does jokingly at Wizard conventions! That he has better chance of locking himself in a closet…. than picking his way out of one. She chuckles Well so I have heard….For I have yet to meet the legend. Never the less.... I am honored at having someone who proclaims to have taught Elminster. Besides your Race is known for living a long time. I am sure you have many wonderful things to share with us. So if you would please, join us in the garden for lunch. My students have prepared an excellent mid day supper”
Lord Tarran 11-18-04, 09:42 PM	Kherule smiles softly, accepting the offer of the owl, standing up and walking alongside the flyer as the go towards the garden Elminster is a sorceror, though he only dabbles. It was inborn, but he didn't discover it until I revealed it. He'll never admit to it though. I would gladly join you, madam, for lunch. It has been a long while since I have eaten a good meal. On my species, please, keep it secret for now. I don't wish to cause trouble should the truth be revealed. Have you heard news yet from the mage school in Amn? I taught there last... they found out about me in an experiment of mine gone haywire. I took out most of the staff and student body when I escaped. Not before they ruined my wings, but I got out. I was in hiding for several months, and was only able to fly recently. That's when I landed here. And I'm not long lived my dear, I'm immortal. The gift I get for being 'deprived' of my kin's greed for gold.
Drindin 11-19-04, 01:27 AM	With a broad grin on his face Cair walks into his new room. 'This place is better than I thought" he says to himself. Krissy chuckles. "I'll let you get settled in then. I'll be in my room. If you need anything, just come knocking and I'll be there!'
Agudo Archmage 11-19-04, 01:59 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Lord Tarran I would gladly join you, madam, for lunch. It has been a long while since I have eaten a good meal. On my species, please, keep it secret for now. I don't wish to cause trouble should the truth be revealed. Have you heard news yet from the mage school in Amn? I taught there last... they found out about me in an experiment of mine gone haywire. I took out most of the staff and student body when I escaped. Not before they ruined my wings, but I got out. I was in hiding for several months, and was only able to fly recently. That's when I landed here. And I'm not long lived my dear, I'm immortal. The gift I get for being 'deprived' of my kin's greed for gold "Dont worry your secret is safe with me Did you say Mage School?." She said nothing more, as she began fluttering her white wings, softly over to the large colorfully patterned blanket. Lady Hoot happily introduced her students to the wayward traveler. “Good students of the Light! This is Sir Kherule, who last hailed from the province of Amn. Several students looked on with surprise in there eyes. They whispered among themselves all with the same questions ..... Did she say Amn? How dangerous! Not stopping in her introduction, the lovely snow owl continued. “Kherule, the three Pixie sisters to your right are Lumina, Radiance, Sparkles. All studding to be Clerics of Light.” The tiny sisters stand, up and take off into the air, circling Kherule head. “Hello! High Ya! Nice to fly near you” Then just as quickly they landed back in front of their food. Smiling Hoot continued. “As you can see swirling before you halfway out of his magic lamp, is Hakims the Green Genie. He is studding to be a Druid, and soon shall graduate with honors” Hakims laughed as he open in his arms and speaking in a deep baritone voice. “Welcome Master! Let your wishes come true here in the great Agudo School of Light and Magic! And may all the wonderful trees of my garden give you shade this day!” Just then a leprechaun jump up on a tea pot and giggles. She dances for a second as she wips out her fiddle to play. Then just as fast stops and tips her hat. “Ye is a tall one that is for sure. Thow may call me Lilly Grasshopper! Tis good that yer here this day! For ye can try my gallic potato soup.” Lady Hoot winked and Lily. “She is planning to be the first Knight of her race. With in a few years Lilly will be a honor bound Knight of the Light. Doing good deeds all around the Realm.” Lilly to a small bow then speaking in a over exaggerated deep voice. “My Lord…Welcome!” Everyone laughed and Lilly mimic of other taller Knights. Lumina then waved her hands. “Excuse me but are you really from the land of Amn? For we have heard that it is a land that hunts down Magic users. And puts them in jail or worse!” Lady Hoot nodded her head. “The Headmaster Agudo and myself have traveled to the city of Athkatla. The Capital of Amn. It was are experience there, and from what I have heard of late. Still is a land of Inquisition against Wizards, Sorceress, Druids as well as anyone else who cast Magic. That is unless you pay some ridicules high priced waver to the government. And even then, they will hunt you down, if you commit the slightest infraction! How was it that this Mage school you mentioned is allowed exist in Amn? I take it that they are in hiding!”
Lord Tarran 11-19-04, 10:34 PM	If only that had been the case. Kherule sits at a nearby table alongside the owl, helping himself to a piece of bread, which he munches in between sentences. The school was controlled by that damn Mage Guild Amn has. I was working there partly because I was busy hiding from a dragon named Tzarbiel, and partly because I wanted to get back to teaching. Unfortunately, things didn't go as planned, as I told you, and I was forced to flee north. I ended up here somehow, though I blame the wind. Amn is still as repressive of mages as ever. Honestly, I don't understand why. I saw a cleric bring a fist of his god down upon a man in the middle of a street, as a mage intervened to stop him. The mage's magic stopped working suddenly, as the Guild's newest invention started up, though the cleric was free to changed the fist to attack the defenseless mage. I was forced to intervene then, and trust me, the man was suprised when I punched the hand and it shattered. More suprised when I picked him up and hurled him nearly a mile down the street. Poor bastard survived, though I still don't think he recoverd. Anyway, the invention prevents arcane magic from working at all. It gives me a bad feeling, but I don't think that they can move the equipment from the city... yet. Amn has bad plans. And I don't even understand why they fear magic users so much. Those of us who are out of control often find themselves at the wrong end of a sword, or a claw, or another spell. I should know, more than one of my former students has met a sad fate lately. The fee isn't as ridiciulous as you would think, though. If you can enter a monster's dugeon, you'll find enough gold. And they don't seem to keen on hunting me... yet. I think they might be sore. I only destoryed most of the building, and the schools population escaping. Kherule glances around the garden, looking everyone over with his trained eye. He points to table over in the corner, removed slightly from the others. Everyone at it is young, the oldest not sixteen. A few have pecular reptilian eyes, other hints at a reptilian nature. A very draconic nature. Sorcerous even. He points over to the table, his hand ungauntleted. Are those your sorcerors? They look like orphans, like so many others before them. If I may, I would like to go over and introduce myself to them. If I'm to stay and to teach, I think I should meet my students. He glances over again, making eye contact with the oldest. She's a girl, her long hair silver, her eyes a deep blue, her skin seemingly with a metallic sheen. He nods slightly, before pointing at her directly, And what's the name of that silver juvenille in human form?
Drindin 11-20-04, 12:33 AM	One of the students over hears the conversation, and pipes in. "Um, not quite mistress Hoot! They only don't like arcane spell casters... generally clerics, druids, and other Divine spellcasters tend to get away with their spells!"
Agudo Archmage 11-20-04, 01:26 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Kherule …..The school was controlled by that damn Mage Guild Amn has. I was working there partly because I was busy hiding from a dragon named Tzarbiel, and partly because I wanted to get back to teaching. Unfortunately, things didn't go as planned, as I told you, and I was forced to flee north. I ended up here somehow, though I blame the wind. I see, so you’re a member, or should I say…. Was a member of the Cowled Wizards. The only magic group aloud to practice freely in Amn. In fact they are the enforcers of the Anti Magic Laws. It sounds like you have earned yourself powerful enemies. For the Cowled Wizards have great influence in the city of Athkatla. As well as the country of Amn as a whole. Kherule …..I saw a cleric bring a fist of his god down upon a man in the middle of a street, as a mage intervened to stop him. The mage's magic stopped working suddenly, as the Guild's newest invention started up, though the cleric was free to changed the fist to attack the defenseless mage…... I was forced to intervene then,...... I have heard of such Anti Magic devises before. Dangerous very dangerous indeed. Yet the government of Amn, must be accusing you of a crime of attacking a Cleric! Not only do you have the wrath of the Cowleds Mages. But a Temple as well. May we know what Temple hunts you?” Kherule Are those your sorcerers? They look like orphans, like so many others before them. If I may, I would like to go over and introduce myself to them. If I'm to stay and to teach, I think I should meet my students. He glances over again, making eye contact with the oldest. She's a girl, her long hair silver, her eyes a deep blue, her skin seemingly with a metallic sheen. He nods slightly, before pointing at her directly, And what's the name of that silver juvenile in human form? Following Kherule eye Lady Hoot smiles. “That enchanting young woman arrived a few days ago at are door step She does not speak with us yet. Some type of tragic event in her past that prevents basic speech. Never the less we have nicknamed her Silvia, do to her lovely skin. I suspect sooner or latter, Silvia will open up. Once she becomes relaxed and confidant with her new home here. Drindin One of the students over hears the conversation, and pipes in. "Um, not quite mistress Hoot! They only don't like arcane spell casters... generally clerics, druids, and other Divine spell casters tend to get away with their spells!" The wise snow owl looked fondly at her student. “Your knowledge is a pleasing sound my child. And yes Clerics as well as Druids normally are treated better. But ask any elf in Athkatla, and they will tell you it’s a dangerous place for nature lovers. Even more so near some towns as a Druid. Even Clerics hunt down new religions, to prevent them from competing with there own flock. Occ Ahhh this has been grand going down memory lane. More Baldur’s gate flashbacks! All Seeing Eye Quest as well as the Druid Grove Quest! :D
Lord Tarran 11-20-04, 01:43 AM	Silvia, huh! He looks at the girl, standing, and walking towards the table after excusing himself to Madam Hoot. Sitting down with the young ones, Kherule says, Hello, all, mind if I sit here? No one says yes, as the man in red dragon scales begins to eat with the children. Silvia doesn't take her eyes off him, as he not her. Suddenly, Kherule has an idea. Hey, young ones, how many of you know Draconic? He smiles slightly as a few students raise their hands, Silvia looking at him over the table with a smile. Jhala girl byrta ghar, Silvia, yf o deszeld. Opi ayo deszeld, but o very deregh aghamser deszeld. She doesn't gosemo urtusk she's afraid jhala someone ilalmayr pick guk she's o deszeld. But upo Y ekren fus o waer? Y cor o deszeld si. Silvia smiles, as do the others that understand. Kherule finishes, And I'm here to teach you how to control your sorcery. But, you'll need to go get Lady Hoot's permission first. So go along, ask her! Watching as the children go to ask the owl about the new teacher, Kherule moves himself to next to Silvia. Arkat zi ders names fi ders gods yf o deregh deszeld like fus akyar rum othyr ders nest? Arkat brought fus here, aghamser uan, yi arkat syr kvan true undryr? The Draconic Translator that I use (http://www.tpon.net/draconic/)
Agudo Archmage 11-23-04, 12:03 AM	Kherule And I'm here to teach you how to control your sorcery. But, you'll need to go get Lady Hoot's permission first. So go along, ask her! http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The young ones walk asking that very question. "Well that all comes down to how well Silvia does with her new Tuter." With that they all looked on to see how she would do with the warward stranger.
Lord Tarran 11-23-04, 12:23 AM	...
Lord Tarran 11-23-04, 12:31 AM	Silvia looks at Kherule, then to Hoot. She smiles as she looks into the hopeful eyes of the young sorcerors, wanting to hear their silent friend get along with the man beside her. She knew that he was a red, as he had known she was a silver the second they met eyes. Silvia knew that the two of them should be at one another's throats, their races hellbent on the other's destruction since the dawn of time. But this red, this Kherule, he was different. He didn't smell of destroying fire, nor was he a beast of endless chaos. He appeared to just be a wanderer, like herself, who wanted a home, and people to teach. She speaks in a voice like a rain storm. Y ilalma consent si fus teaching al, Kherule, but affe uan condition. Y wish si chan o personal class, uan affe uan, fus yi nua. Fus're going si chan si earn ony trust before Y'm willing si chi fus othyr ony nymba. Ony parents, yi ony foster parents, ukoyr slain by kvan aryd. Y ilalma opi allow fus si rith esi school si. She says, as he smiles. He nods to Hoot, giving her the affirmative that Silvia was okay with the plan. He whispers in Silvia's ear, Y cor very glad si hear jhala, deregh uan. By ders pes'I, arkat yf kvan undryr actually, tosz between al deszeld? She looks at him mysteriously as she gets up from the table and leaves the garden, though one word echoes inside his skull: Serata
Agudo Archmage 11-26-04, 02:10 PM	Lord Tarran Y cor very glad si hear jhala, deregh uan. By ders pes'I, arkat yf kvan undryr actually, tosz between al deszeld? She looks at him mysteriously as she gets up from the table and leaves the garden, though one word echoes inside his skull: Serata http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Lady Hoot looks at the other students. "Well that says it all
Lord Tarran 11-26-04, 08:11 PM	Well you heard her, children! I'm to teach you! He smiles warmly, looking over to where he had last seen Serata. Shaking his head at the silver's psychic lash, Kherule looks over to Lady Hoot. I suppose I can find myself somewhere to sleep now? I'd like to start class at sundown, and would like to put my stuff somewhere. Also, where would my class room be. I'm going to need something strong enough to contain uncontrolled chaos energy, though that is not what I'm planning.
Agudo Archmage 11-27-04, 09:55 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley She considered the proper place of learning. “It would seem that an open air classroom would be best for such magic. Perhaps by the enchanted pond? I am sure the unicorns wont bother you too much. As far as your room, it has been ready since you got here.” A cute little fairy flew up and waved happily at Kherule. She spoke in a sweet voice, all excited about showing him the spacious room. “Yil be liking it! For yer room has a large bed made of the finest red wood. Lets see what else....yer own marble top writing desk and the room even has an inside-outhouse….” She scratches her head. Or at least that what the Gnome inventor calls it. Just think every time you feel the call of nature….. you wont freeze your tail off going outside in the icy days of winter.” She spins around in a circle laughing. “Amazing! I wonder what they will think of next?” She snaps her fingers “O’ I almost forgot…No need to go to the public bathhouse. For the Agudo school has private baths in each room….comes with hot water as well. Not sure why? Maybe it for washing the cloths in the tub…. But hay it a school of magic! What do you expect but odd and neat things happening.” She smiles as she trys to catch her breath. “O’ my name is Shyone…..but I bet thow knew that huh? Are ya ready to go? Yer room magically has your name on the door, its all the way on the fifth floor of the Dorm Tower" She points "Lets go!"
Lord Tarran 11-27-04, 11:45 PM	Silently reminding himself that he will need to ward the pond against the energies he knew were going to be released, Kherule followed the young fairy to the his room in Dormitory Tower. Seeing KHERULE engraved upon the plaque, the sorceror bids the fairy good bye. Waving his hand over the plaque, the empty letters fill with liquid ruby, as Kherule enters the room. Closing the door soundly behind him, the mage knocks three times on the door knob. Kherule grinned, both as the knob turned red momentarily, and as he looked around the room. The room was fairly large, the bed a large thing delicately covered. He noticed the bathroom over to his left, but was preoccupied with the amount of free space in the room. He set to work then. Cracking his knuckles, Kherule looked at his armor as it faded away into his skin, leaving red clothing. Taking out of his sleeve a small replica of a chest, the man began to chant. A chest began to appear in the center of the room, as the bed in the corner faded from existence. Kherule looked into the chest, taking out first a glorious rug. Flinging it into the air, the carpet seeked to cover the ground of the room, the image of a dueling red and silver dragon not everywhere. Four lamps came out next, each finding a corner and lighting all together with a hum. The desk the fairy had mentioned jumped from its spot to in front of the window, as several objects flew from the chest to the top. Four gems, a sapphire, a emerald, a opal, and a diamond, all floated in a circle over a perfect wooden circle. Each gem was separated by a disk, one gold, one silver, one copper, and one brass. A perfect sphere made of ruby floated dead center of the floating gems, above the wooden disk. Next, what looked like a bear trap made of gold, and four clawed gauntlets of the same color neatly landed. Two replicas of a great red wyrms sleeping, bookends, landed, as several assorted books landed, the one in the center with Kherule's name on the spine. Lastly, a hearth appeared on the wall opposite the desk, instantly springing to life with a fire much greater than that tolerable by humans. Content at last, Kherule yawns and stretches. As he stretches, his skin traces out red scales, as his clothes fall away. The images of wings and a tail traces along his back as his legs and arms reshape to a cat like form. The scales harded and cover him, as long memebranous wings extend from his back, before refolding. A long tail, spiked as it should be, sprung from the base of his spine, as long horns appeared above his quickly becoming just hole ears. His eyes fade to a glowing red, as his head grows to that of a crocodile. He stretches again, like a cat, as his transformation back to dragon form completed itself. The room around him seemed to have somehow magical accomadated for his massive size, being nearly the size of the entire garden in which he had eaten lunch. But this didn't matter, as he curled up like a cat in front of his fire, his eyes quickly closing as he fell into a nap. He awake about an hour later. After reforming into his human shape, Kherule leaves his room, the door firmly locked with a spell of his own making, a book under his arm. He arrives beside the lake, and sits on a rock. Opening the book, he taps one of the spells within. To all his students comes the message. All must meet Kherule at the lake.
Branth 11-28-04, 11:54 AM	Branth had just finished eating his noonday meal when he heard several students talking about a new teacher. Interested he listened closely as the small group who were talking about this describe the teacher, a few of them were even bold enough to suggest that the tearcher might be a red dragon! Branth chuckled at this and contuniued listening , eventually hearing where this teacher would be teaching. With an odd smile Branth gets up and heads for the door. The group who had been talking stop quickly when they see him and take a few steps back, they all could remeber the choas his Newphew had caused when he had been here and none of them wanted anything to do with young Branth. More then one rumor had circulated the school about how Branth too would go crazy and turn on the students, but the teachers within the school had quickly squished every rumor. After all, it wasn't Branth's fault that Malendor was under anothers control, right? But the rest of the students gave Branth a wide bearth anyways. With a sigh Branth makes his way down to where the new teacher was supposedly going to set his class room, deciding that it might be interesting to watch as this teacher taught those he had choosen for the class. Most of those students where already there awaiting their teacher, so Branth took a seat outside of the ring the students had formed, well enough away to be outside of the class but close enough to listen and see anything interesting.
Lord Tarran 11-29-04, 09:07 PM	Arriving with a smile on his face, and easy moving clothes inlaid with silver, Kherule moves smoothly over the ground with long strides. Noticing Branth, but paying him no heed, the sorceror went to the center of the semi circle, his back to the lake. Good, good! Glad to see everyone's here. Now, from what I remember, there should be 23 of you now, and 26 later, plus Silvia in both classes. So where is she? He smiles as if it is a joke, and apparently it is, as Silvia fades in from her invisibility spell behind him. Taking her place behind the other students in the semicircle, she smiles at the younger, giggling sorcerors. Now that we are all here, I would like to formally introduce myself. My name is not Old Dragon Bones, the Red One, or Fire Eye, or any of the other names I've heard in the hallways since I arrived. He pauses as his students giggle. My name is Kherule. No last name, no Lord, no Professor. Kherule. Or if you must shorten my name, Kher. I'm here to teach you what no other teacher here can. Now they will all dictate magical formulae, and how to use the Weave and all other magic sources, and how wonderful the Light is, but none here can teach the art that you were born with, and came here to harness. Sorcery. Now, who here knows where the Gift as I call it comes from? Yes you, sorry, don't know names yet. Silvia, and several others raised their hands. Kherule had pointed to a young boy, no older than ten, his hair a blazing red, his eyes slightly almond shaped. His voice is light, and well, boyish, My name's Julius. It comes from dragon blood doesn't it? Kherule smiles. He nods his head, but then shakes it. Common misconception, my boy. Yes, sorcery does come from dragon blood, be it latent or your only blood, but that is not the only place. Creatures of the outer world, celestials, demons, devils, daemons, and others, are also inherently magical, which shows in later generations as sorcerous power. It often appears in naturally magical races, such as gnomes and elves, though they prefer to curb this into wizardy. It also appears often in humans and half elves for absolutely no apparent reason. For some reason, it just appears. The Gift is not chaotic as wizards will have you believe, but neither is it static. It is flowing, like a river, and constant. But, it is also, like a river, easy to be overwhelmed and drowned by it if you do not no how to swim, I mean channel it. He walks outside of the semicircle, dragging his foot behind the students, enclosing them in a dirt ring. He drags a straight line next to the bank, enclosing the entire group. He then sits, crosslegged, on the ground, putting his hands together as if praying. They glow for a moment, as he places his hands down in the rut on the ground. Silver light flows in the circle, then raising up, enclosing the class in a dome. He stands then, the dome above his head, as he smiles again. Now everyone, I want you to all look inside yourselves to where your magic lies. Don't believe magic theorists, they don't have a clue about your magic. Though you do partly draw it from the outside world through the Weave, most of your magic is actually drawn from an internal wellspring of power, an internal Weave, that you grows in strength and deepness as you train and get stronger. The Weave outside only helps facilitate your powers better, and prevent it from working in some cases to protect yourselves. He watches as his pupils begin to meditate, looking into each of their souls with one of his own gifts. He is not the least bit suprised to see that Serata found hers instantly, seeing the cold ice crystal he had expected her Gift to be. The others that he saw found theirs gave away their heritage easily. The dragon bloods all had images related to the old draconic relative. The outsider touched all had the same kind of images. Those with untainted blood were uniform in flames, but each a different color. A few, he noted, were having trouble finding their Gifts, and he thought to mention so. Don't worry if you don't find your power today. It will take a great deal of practice to find your power at will. Those who have found their power, please come out now. I must teach you something before I end class for today. Everyone else keep trying. Kherule saw those he expected to come out of their trances, Serata the first of all. All sat attentively facing him. I am going to teach you how to make a ward for yourselves. Every night before you go to bed, make one of these wards and meditate. You'll generally fall asleep on your own within your power, which is the general idea. This practice is actually a good way to build power strength and control within one's self. We'll work outside the body once I feel comfortable with all of your internal controls. Kherule shows them all the simple excersise of tracing a circle and placing magic into it. He looks up at those who still haven't mastered yet, seeing them struggle. Everyone still meditating please stop. We'll work on it tommorrow. The others come out of their trances as Kherule releases the ward. So, homework for tonight, oh don't groan, is get a good night's sleep, meditate those I told to, and be back here same time tommorrow morning. Bye everyone! Silvia, stay, we need to talk. The young dragon in disguise walks over to her teacher, query on her face. You don't need to come to this afternoon's classes, or for that matter, any class for a few weeks. I knew that you had some innate strength, but I was not aware that you could find your power when not in trance. You can take a break for few weeks, go study in some of the wizardy classes, or in some of the dracoic studies. Yes, I'll be teaching one. Its the one at mid night for the true dragons here, so I expect to see you there. Sleep during the day if you must. Ok? Silvia/Serata nods, without uttering a word, as she walks away, fading from sight about halfway back to the school. Kherule finally takes notice of Branth. Well, hello! He walks over and shakes the man's hand. I'm Kherule, the new teacher. The kids think that I'm a dragon I hear. What do you think?
malik21 11-29-04, 09:29 PM	Cair looks around his room some more as certain objects begin to appear around the room. A black, handsomly decorated mirror appears on the bead along with several trunks all containing random things from his past. Out of one of the trunk he pulls a black candle.He sets it down in the middle of the room and lights the wick.The candle burns a deep blue flames as pictures seem to form in the smoke rising above it. Cain sits down in a meditative pose and looks into the smoke. He sighs. He still couldnt figure out what was in the smoke. What was it trying to tell him? A scent of smoke so strong that it can be smelt several doors in any direction begins to spread to an even larger area. Cair take no notice of this though as he continues to stare into the swirling ball of smoke.
Drindin 11-30-04, 01:15 AM	Krissy was first to smell the smoke. Curious, more than anything, she makes her quick way to Malik's room. Knocking lightly on the door, she waits for the answer from her new friend inside.
malik21 11-30-04, 07:17 AM	Krissy gets no answer as Cair, not paying attention to anything except the ball of smoke, looks on.
Branth 11-30-04, 08:37 AM	Branth had watched the class closely as the teacher, Kherule, taught the group how to find their inner power. Smilling slightly as he could see that most had success on thier first try, the sixteen year old remebers his first lesson in this particular skill. As the class breaks up and the teacher gives out assignments, Branth reflects on his training. He didn't relize that Kherule had come his way till Kherule spoke. Well, hello! He walks over and shakes the man's hand. I'm Kherule, the new teacher. The kids think that I'm a dragon I hear. What do you think? Branth smiles as the man shakes his hand. "Your a red dragon, that's easy enough to figure out. You've got a lot of the students here in an uproar because of that. Most of them can remeber what happened the last time there was a red dragon in the school." Branth then looked up at Kherule and Kherule gets his first glance at Branth's eyes. From a distance they would have appeared normal, but up close it is possible to see a major oddity in them. Instead of just one color, like most humans, Branth's eyes seem to swirl a mix of colors, mostly blue and green at the moment. Branth runs a hand through his thick brown hair and says, "Well anyways, I think your the best choice for a teacher on this subject. I'm glad Lady Hoot let you. Your class seemed pretty responsive, we've only had two other teachers here who could get results like you did." Branth grins again as he remebers classes by Gene and Khaira, his and many others favorite teachers. "Well, I enjoyed watching your class. You didn't mind did you? Oh and how long do you plan on being here?"
Lord Tarran 11-30-04, 03:55 PM	I'm honestly not sure yet. Kherule responded. He seems to think for a moment, before changing his answer. I will stay as long I am needed here, which may as well be eternity, or not. I will not consider leaving, however, for a few years. There is one student, Silvia, I'm sure you know her, who has special gifts that I must see develop before I can consider leaving. Also, with certain happenings elsewhere that are my fault, I feel compelled to stay here to possibly have to protect the school. Kherule is pensive as he thinks of the anti-magic machines of Amn. Shaking his head, he says, But worry not of this. Yes, you may watch the classes, I have no problems with that, and you may join us at anytime you wish. Or, maybe, I'll need to check with her, I will start a new class for the slightly more experienced of those here so that I can work some real magic.
Branth 12-01-04, 09:31 AM	"I just may do that, but for now I'll watch." With a smile the boy stands and bows slightly. "Well I must be off, my sister will be contacting me soon to see how I am and the students around here get upset if she contacts me while I'm out here. Of course they still blame me for that Red dragon I metioned, appearantly just because he was me nephew I was suppose to control him even though he's older then me." With an odd little grin, Branth leaves the lobby and heads for his room on the third floor. Upon entering he sits in his favorite over stuffed chair and closes his eyes. He smiles again as he feels his sisters mental touch and comances talking to her.
Lord Tarran 12-01-04, 06:09 PM	Watching as the young man walked away, Kherule shook his head. Youngling, he thought, you have so much to learn, and yet you won't take it. Sighing slightly, the teacher walked in the hallways towards the central garden of the school, seeing some of the older female students blush when he met their eyes with his own. Trying to hide his smile at the young mortals' infatuation, Kherule entered the garden. Seeing Silvia as he had expected to, he sits down near the bubbling fountain near his student. It's beautiful here, isn't it? he laughed slightly as she looked at him and nodded. Yes, I suppose it truly is. This great building, full of so many mysteries, so much magic, I can see why it would attract a young abandoned silver. Tell me Serata, why is it that you stay here and did not flee when I flew above here? Why is it that you wish to learn with me? Do you not fear the capricousness and dual sided nature of my kind? She looked up to the sky above, her eyes flashing silver for a moment. She looks into the water of the fountain, tracing a trail of ice through it, before drawing her hand out to watch it melt. I suppose, Kherule, that I stay because I have to. I have no where to go, and it will not be for centuries before I can even consider wandering out on my own. Your prescence doesn't help me leave either. You're intriguing, I'll be honest. You obviously want to teach, and I wish to learn. Yes, I fear that you might be lying, and might bring great ruin upon both me and this school, but I will just have to wait that out or run if it happens. Kherule nods to the young dragon-in-disguise's wisdom. He stands, lays a hand on her brow, and leaves the garden, with the intention of meeting this Agudo fellow, and talk with Lady Hoot about a second class for more experienced students before his second class of the day that afternoon.
Agudo Archmage 12-01-04, 07:24 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Soaring above letting the wind flow freely through her wings. Was the High Cleric of Light herself, Lady Hoot . She was enjoying this majestic day, a she looked about the School of Light. Seeing the newest member of the teaching staff, Kherule. He had just finished his first class, and was walking through the garden. She gently flew down to meet with him. Landing on a branch near by, she smiled like all enchanted animals can, and spoke warmly to him. “May the Light shine upon us all this day, in Wisdom and Truth. The Headmaster and I, like to keep a helpful eye on all are professors, until after there probational period passes. I pray that all goes well in your daily walk in the Light?”
Lord Tarran 12-02-04, 10:44 PM	All is well, thank Lady Hoot. Kherule flashes his grin as stops to stand near the owl. I was actually just looking for you. I was curious, in addition to my two sorceror classes during the day, and the draconic studies at night, if I could teach the more experiences sorcerors in a separate class. I only know of two right now, but they both could use some individual teaching from an experienced mage. Time of day is up to you, but remember, midnight til 3 is taken up by the dragon class, and ten to eleven, and 2 to 3 is taken by my younger sorceror classes. I will need a room somewhere within the building that is capable of withstanding great magical punishment. It must be able to be completely sealed, in case of emergency. Now honestly, those I plan on teaching aren't that mighty, but as a safety precaution. I would not anything bad to happen to this school. He mentally checks the time, sensing that it was only a little after one, and that he had time.
Agudo Archmage 12-02-04, 11:51 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The snow owl ponderd thoughtfully the request of her new teacher. “I see then perhaps a Wizards classroom for upper class seniors. They often practice the more volatile enchantments of the Arcane. I will allow you to set the time for your class and the boundaries. Is there anything else that I could be of assistance with?"
Drindin 12-03-04, 01:06 AM	Krissy was silent in entering the young Necromancer's room. Using a quiet enchantment, she slipped through the door as if it were water, reappearing on the other side. Covering her mouth to block out the smoke, she looked over at Malik, seeing what he was doing. Following his gaze to the roof, she looked upwards to see what was there.
Lord Tarran 12-03-04, 10:31 PM	No, my lady, I would believe that to be all. Would you like to join me at class? He watches as a few giggling senior girls walk by, and then asks, Do all your female students act like that around new teachers?
malik21 12-03-04, 10:46 PM	Cair doesnt notice Krissy in his trancelike state. As she looks up she sees the ball of smoke as images twirl inside of it. Suddenly a demonic looking face jumps out of the sphere towards Krissy. Cair, coming out of his trance, puts out the flame right before it would have hit Krissy.The smell of smoke vanishes instantlyand Krissy finds herself back in her room.
Agudo Archmage 12-04-04, 02:05 AM	((OOC Some FOD trampeling there...Did you PM with Krissy on that?)) Malik21/AKA Psst Cair ;) Cair doesnt notice Krissy in his trancelike state. As she looks up she sees the ball of smoke as images twirl inside of it. Suddenly a demonic looking face jumps out of the sphere towards Krissy. Cair, coming out of his trance, puts out the flame right before it would have hit Krissy.The smell of smoke vanishes instantlyand Krissy finds herself back in her room. Lord Tarran/ AKA Kherule/ AKA Dragon in hiding :D No, my lady, I would believe that to be all. Would you like to join me at class? He watches as a few giggling senior girls walk by, and then asks, Do all your female students act like that around new teachers? I would be honored to observe your class Kherule! As far as the young Ladies of the school…..this….” Lady Hoot stops speaking as she sinceses evil is a foot. The Wise snow owl closes her eyes before speaking. “The School of Light is a sacred place. Any presence of vile creatures are easily detected and soon destroyed.” She did not mean to speak so cryptically but she was concerned for Krissy. “Come Kherule! Let us purify ourselves of this evil.” With that she flew off to the Residential Towers. The Guardians of the School, the Knights of the Light, had also felt the taint of Dark things about; and were closing in on Cair’s Room. A few minutes latter Lady Hoot landed near the Guardians of the school. (OOC Assuming he is with Hoot she asks the following…if not a Knight does as she asks )) Kherule please go and see on Krissy…She may be in her room down the hall. With that she nodded her head to the Knights. They boldly open the door an enter. “Cair stand from the shadows and be accounted for in the Light!” The lead Knight called out. Lady Hoot flew in with them and landed on the lead Knight’s shoulder. “Visions of demonic faces have been seen by us in your room.”
malik21 12-04-04, 09:47 AM	As the enter Cair's room nothing seems out of the normal. Cair was sitting on his bed and seemingly doing nothing at all. "Wha?"
Drindin 12-04-04, 03:31 PM	Krissy sits on her bed in a meditative position. Kherule (assuming he goes to krissy's room) finds the room to be very humid... almost stifling. Condensation clings to the walls, and mist seems to drift up from the ground. It's not only wet, but very, very warm as well. Numerous exotic plants fill the room, and Krissy's bed is located in the center. She simply sit there, but seems aware of any presence in her room.
Lord Tarran 12-04-04, 11:56 PM	Kherule enters the room, finding the warmth of the room fairly comfortable, maybe too cold for his tastes. He looks over to Chrissy, and asks, Are you okay little one?
Drindin 12-05-04, 02:44 PM	Krissy smirked, but never once looked at Kherule. "Let's run a list, shall we? I'm half-undead, my body is constantly at conflict with itself, I'm almost perpetually ill, hence the humid room, I've been disowned by half of my family, and the other half consists of dead people. But that all aside, I'd say I'm well enough. Even despite my previous experience, I have seen worse."
Agudo Archmage 12-05-04, 04:27 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley “Your answer lacking at best Cair” She flutters her snowy white wings gently, as she calmly glances around the room. “By your less than eloquent response….your saying your unaware of what I have just mentioned about Krissy ?”
malik21 12-05-04, 05:44 PM	"What happened?!?!"He asks in much distress.
Branth 12-06-04, 08:39 AM	After chatting with his sister for an hour, Branth ventures back out of his room and heads down to the library. On his way there he come across a coridor that is blocked off by a group of curiouse students trying to see what's going on. Mumblings about evil presences and the Knights make Branth turn around and go the other way. After his last run in with those "Good" Knights, he wasn't about to give them another excuse to try and do him in. Taking a hidden coridor Branth found in his first year here, Branth soon finds himself in the library where he begins doing the research his sister asked him to.
Lord Tarran 12-06-04, 05:07 PM	Well, I can see why you might be a little depressed, young one. And its kind of frightening that you say you've seen worse. Tell me, what may I do to help you. Kherule walks over to next to Chrissy, and sits down on the bed.
Drindin 12-06-04, 07:52 PM	"I am seeking no assistance. My powers are progressing well, my body, though week, still lives. And even if I were to die... chances are I would come back as a ghost anyways, considering my... racial condition. The world may be cruel... but my chastisement is a lot less than it could be." Stated Krissy with a straight face, looking Kherule in the eyes. ((Unnerving Gaze: DC 10 will save or be shaken for the next 1d6 minutes)).
Agudo Archmage 12-07-04, 12:26 AM	malik21 What happened?!?!"He asks in much distress. http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Raising a feathered eyebrow in disbelief “Allow me to state once more the facts in complete clarity. A vision of Truth came to my fellow Light bringers. That a face of a demonic creature was seen in the smoky haze of this room. The creature was then vanquished by…..” She pauses eyeing him clearly. “You Cair! Your power shunned Krissy as well from entering into your room.” The Knights move closer around Cair preparing for what might come. Even as the wise owl continued speaking. “Now your ether a Bard in training, with a degree of dramatic fawning in false surprise. Or your hiding something…. knowing it or not! She then thought for a moment, looking once more about the room. “Tell me what you remember Cair. And know the Truth is always the best way in the Light”
Khaira 12-07-04, 10:04 AM	Not so far off in the distance of the School of Light and Magic, a large cloud of dust can be seen coming down the road. In only a few moments, the cloud of dust comes closer and can be seen to actually be a moon elf in chain mail saddled upon an armored war horse. His piercing eyes glance towards the gates of the school as the horse comes to a slow trot, heading towards the gates.[I]
malik21 12-07-04, 04:21 PM	"I remember my life, of which you need not know." Cair replies stubburnly
Khaira 12-08-04, 08:22 PM	As Respen came to a halt still many feet from the gates of the colossal, imposing building that rose up in front of him, a behemoth bragging of its own beauty and size whilst existing in this barren land, no doubt concealing some law-breakers aplenty. This was why he was a Representative of Tyr; it was his job to bring the law breakers to justice. Perhaps he would start within this place. "What manner of place is this, I wonder? For what purpose has my Lord, the Just God, Tyr Whom Sees All Things with a Just Eye sent me to this barren, forsaken land? Who resides in this bragging mass of stonework and rising spires?" There was but one way to find out, he supposed. Kicking his horse into a slow trot, Respen Braegen, Representative of Tyr and Battle-Cleric approached the gates of Agudo's School of Light and Magic.
Lord Tarran 12-08-04, 08:47 PM	"I am seeking no assistance. My powers are progressing well, my body, though week, still lives. And even if I were to die... chances are I would come back as a ghost anyways, considering my... racial condition. The world may be cruel... but my chastisement is a lot less than it could be." Stated Krissy with a straight face, looking Kherule in the eyes. ((Unnerving Gaze: DC 10 will save or be shaken for the next 1d6 minutes)). And Kherule looked back, meeting her eye for eye. He says slowly as he gets up from the bed, Then I shall tell the Lady Hoot that you are normal? He smiles pleasantly. By the way, what are your powers?
Drindin 12-08-04, 10:42 PM	Krissy nods. "I am well." "And as for my powers... being half-ghost, I have a natural knack for magic. I'm a Sorceress, if you must ask."
Khaira 12-08-04, 10:45 PM	((Well, I don't play epic level characters...I have two high level characters, and two low-level characters. One of them is entering the gates right now. Just see my above post. :P ))
Good Knight 12-09-04, 01:19 AM	Respen As Respen came to a halt still many feet from the gates of the colossal, imposing building that rose up in front of him, a behemoth bragging of its own beauty and size whilst existing in this barren land, no doubt concealing some law-breakers aplenty. This was why he was a Representative of Tyr; it was his job to bring the law breakers to justice. Perhaps he would start within this place. "What manner of place is this, I wonder? For what purpose has my Lord, the Just God, Tyr Whom Sees All Things with a Just Eye sent me to this barren, forsaken land? Who resides in this bragging mass of stonework and rising spires?" There was but one way to find out, he supposed. Kicking his horse into a slow trot, Respen Braegen, Representative of Tyr and Battle-Cleric approached the gates of Agudo's School of Light and Magic. Yesterday 02:21 PM Lord Keldorn Firecam of the Radiant Heart Order. Was just about to ride out on his morning tour of the school grounds. When he saw a new face coming. “Hail and wail met stran...ger….” The elder Knight stops in mid sentence as he sees the symbols of the Tyr. “Well its a sad day, when my Knightly Order would not stop and greet a Cleric of Tyr” Keldorn smiled broadly. “What brings this honor upon me by seeing you this day?”
Agudo Archmage 12-09-04, 01:33 AM	Cair "I remember my life, of which you need not know." Cair replies stubburnly http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Lady Hoot slowly shook her head. “Your life of old is not what I am here about. It is this moment in time….what happen here Cair
Khaira 12-09-04, 09:21 AM	Respen paused as a man of equal stature rode out of the vicinity of the gate, his shining armor bearing the symbol of the morality and honor which he stood and fought for evident. Drawing his horse to a halt, the Representative of Tyr executed a crisp, military salute, nodding his head in greeting towards Keldorn. "A good morning to thee, my Lord. May the grace of justice annoint your vigilant soul." "Keldorn smiled broadly. “What brings this honor upon me by seeing you this day?” Respen paused; would this knight, this comrade in the fellow order of knights, truly believe that he had travelled miles and miles and miles merely for the sake of justice? Respen once again executed another crisp, military salute, his clear, resonating voice reaching the fellow knights ears easily. "I am Respen Braegen, Representative of Tyr, and Battle Cleric of the North. For the last tenday* I have been on the road, a vigilant eye keeping a guard on the injustices of the world. I must say, I am surprised to find this spectacular building out here, in the middle of nowhere. What is this place that I have come upon? Would the owners of this place welcome one such as I? I seek some shelter, a real bed and a nights' worth of decent food to compensate the many days of hard rock that I have slept upon and the dry trail rations that I have consumed." Holding the reigns to his heavy warhorse, Respen awaited the response of the fellow knight, his piercing, sky-blue eyes, reflective of the justice that the Elven Cleric of Tyr emobidied, regarded Keldorn. *For those that do not know, a "tenday" is the Forgotten Realm's version of one week
Lord Tarran 12-09-04, 04:43 PM	Kherule casts a looks at the heavens that is unreadable. Within his mind however he is thinking. Was he suprised by this revelation of the half ghost's sorcery. Not really. How many does that make for the advanced class, he thought, three so far. Branth, Krissy, and Serata. This could be interesting. However, he says aloud to Krissy, How much control do you have of your powers? I'm sure you're aware that I am teaching young sorcerors here, and I might have things to teach you.
Agudo Archmage 12-10-04, 12:47 AM	Lord Tarran Sorry if epics a problem but how else can I teach in a mage school when your a dragon OOC and your doing a grand job at the Agudo school. Your posts are super :D as far Epic stuf ..... Free Form your play. That way when your with lower Chars (The Spice of the Game By The Way) You can PM them or OOC on your power/posts and work with them.
Good Knight 12-10-04, 01:55 AM	Respen I must say, I am surprised to find this spectacular building out here, in the middle of nowhere. What is this place that I have come upon? Would the owners of this place welcome one such as I? I seek some shelter, a real bed and a nights' worth of decent food to compensate the many days of hard rock that I have slept upon and the dry trail rations that I have consumed." Turning his horse to better wave at the school and its grandeur. Firecam joyfully proclaimed the name of this place “Why my Good Cleric! This is the Agudo school of Light and Magic” Turning back to the Tyr Cleric, Keldorn continued with pride in his voice. “ My closest friend in the Realms built this school, for all that is Good and Righteous. Agudo the Wizard of Light, and his loyal companion Lady Hoot a Cleric of the Light run this school in hopes of bringing people to the Light.” Hoping off his mount he took the straps of both horses, and led them back to the front doors of the school. The elder Knight did this as a sign of great respect, by leading Respen Braegen. It showed humbleness on Keldorn part, by making the elder Knight seem like a squire, as he walked the mounted steed of Respen. “I wouldn’t hear of you staying anywhere but here after such a long Tenday trip. As you can see the Headmaster Agudo and High Cleric lady Hoot; have created a magnificent Cathedral to the Light. Stopping in front of the steps to the large ornate doors. The Radiant Heart Knight bayed the blue eyed Elvin Cleric to dismount. “Enter and be welcome!”
Khaira 12-10-04, 09:55 PM	“ My closest friend in the Realms built this school, for all that is Good and Righteous. Agudo the Wizard of Light, and his loyal companion Lady Hoot a Cleric of the Light run this school in hopes of bringing people to the Light.” ...For all that is good and righteous. It was a lovely ideal to adopt, but without the proper measure of force and enforcing of that ideal, it fell to pieces. Why, he even remembered his father, in the last weeks before he died...he, too, believed in an ideal. The ideal of not letting anyone hurt or be harmed was certainly a powerful ideal to stand by, but in the end...a pained look crossed the Knights' eyes for a moment, and he closed his eyes and looked away. But only for a moment. He turned to Keldorn once again, nodding solemnly, his expression devoid of feeling. "That is thoughtful of your friend. He must truly be a good person..." ...But I wonder if he has the force needed to back up that ideal? Without a force to back yourself up, everything becomes hopeless. Respen watched as Keldorn dismounted, and after a moment, he, too, dismounted, his graceful actions barely disturbing even a grain of sand. The young (well, young in the perspective of the elves) battle-cleric would not stand by to have others see himself as Keldorn's superior. As they began travelling towards the school, Respen found himself plagued by uncomfortable thoughts: the last place he had called home was destroyed by orcs. Would the same happen here? “Enter and be welcome!” The Battle Cleric was not so sure that was a good idea...after all, it never was good to stay in one place for too long. You become too soft, too relaxed and were incapable, then, of carrying out your duty. Was that, then, why Tyr had alllowed the orcs to invade? Had he been too soft? Under his breath, Respen muttered to himself. "Enter? Yes, that I shall. I shall not, however, allow myself to become comfortable. It is too hazardous to my health and to the health of those around me." Turning to Keldorn, he nodded and crsiply saluted, and spoke to him while he walked towards the shining gates. If he didn't know any better, he'd swear this were Valhalla. "I thank you, my Brother in Arms. Be glad I shall to enter this sanctuary of your friend. Speaking of this Agudo...when do I get to speak with him? I'd like to negotiate the conditions of my stay." And with that, the Battle Cleric strode through the gates, into Agudo's School of Light and Magic.
Good Knight 12-12-04, 01:23 AM	As they stepped into the lobby of the School that stood within the beauty of the Cathedral of Light. Firecam felt spiritually elevated. “Breath taking isn’t it?” The Knight said as he casually pointed the various works of art. As well as the enchanted indoor waterfall that greeted everyone as they entered. Even Pixies danced about on the lily pads and flowers around them, “I believe Headmaster Agudo shall be walking into the school, in just a few days. He was involved in a campaign with me in the Northern regions. Of purifying the lands of evil taint at the city of Hillsfar.” The Radiant Heart said proudly of his most recent campaign. Then he chuckled For a powerful Wizard, Agudo doesn’t take the easy way back, by magically popping about. He’ll be the first to tell you that Getting-there, is Half the fun of the Adventure! He shrugged and nodded his head. “I walked back with him for a couple months….made it as far as the Forest of Wryms. Before the duty of my Order called, and I had to ride ahead by horse. I myself have been here for three weeks and the last I heard by courier pigeon from him. The Wizard of Light will be here like I said in a few days.” With a smile he pointed to the granite desk Please my friend sign the guest book of the school, so that you may be counted in the Light!” As a feather pin floated up to be grasped by the Cleric of Tyr. The book magically opened requesting the following information. Name…. Title….. Alignment…… Reason for visiting …..
Drindin 12-14-04, 12:19 AM	Krissy rises from her bed in the humid, plant-filled room. "Now, if you'll excuse me, I have other busi--" She begins, but is cut off before she can finish. As to what cuts her off, all that can be seen initially is a sharp intake of breath... shortly followed by a racking cough that overtakes her frail body, causing her to stumble to her hands and knees, her body shuddering as she spastically hacks, hardly having time to take in breath.
Khaira 12-14-04, 01:29 AM	Respen looked around the lobby; it was certainly a serene, calm place. It reminded him of the Hand of Tyr...well, before the orcs broke in and ransacked the place, that is. His head inclined, admiring the majestic murals of the ceiling, the elaborately decorated walls, and the intermingling species, Respen couldn't help but feel like he was...well...in a twisted Paradise. “I believe Headmaster Agudo shall be walking into the school, in just a few days. He was involved in a campaign with me in the Northern regions. Of purifying the lands of evil taint at the city of Hillsfar.” "So who has been running this establishment while he's been gone? The Lady Hoot? Or the Knights of School? Or, perhaps, both? What manner of evil was your friend, Agudo, taking care of? Orcs? They, truly, are blaspheming vandalists." Indeed, as Respen spoke about his opinion of orcs, an almost mad firel it up in his eyes, an inner fury that even the love of his just God couldn't seem to extinguish. "May the orcs and all of their raiding kin roast for eternity and more in the fires of the Abyss..." After the cleric had calmed himself, he began to wonder about, perhaps, meeting this Lady Hoot. It certainly was a strange name...Hoot...He wondered, idly, what kind of cleric she was. An elf, like himself? Or a human, perhaps? Caught in his reverie, Respen almost didn't hear Keldorn. Please my friend sign the guest book of the school, so that you may be counted in the Light!” As a feather pin floated up to be grasped by the Cleric of Tyr. The book magically opened requesting the following information. Name…. Title….. Alignment…… Reason for visiting ….. With a bold, flourishing script, the battle cleric wrote his name, title, and alignment. He stopped, however, as he came to the reason for visiting. He didn't really have a reason for specifically visiting here; still, he could enter why he adventured, he supposed... Respen Braegen Battle Cleric of Tyr Lawful Good Spreading Tyr, the Just God's lessons of justice and peace, and enforcing such ideals among the savage monster of the Realms.
Lord Tarran 12-14-04, 04:51 PM	Kherule watches as the young girl falls, as he explodes from his seat, his large wings unfurling as he picks her up, and soars out of the tower. He barrels through the window closest to Lady Hoot, guarding the young girl in his arms with his body. Lady Hoot, I need your help. She just collapsed!
Drindin 12-14-04, 09:43 PM	Krissy's body simply lay limp in Kherule's arms, her frail form shuddering as she breaths. "It.... It's time..." She mumbles as she clings onto Kherule. "It.... It's time..."
Agudo Archmage 12-15-04, 03:15 AM	Lady Hoot heard the call of Kherule She leaps off the shoulder of the Knight Her white wings spread wide an strong as she rushes to the aid Kherule. When she arive the breeze from her rushing wings causes the papers of a table to be blown off. Lady Hoot frowned. "I know this is hard Kherule to see. But do to the frail body of Krissy....she often has this happen. Please take her to the infermery I will have my best healers help her" ((OOC going on Holiday :D be back before Christmas))
Khaira 12-26-04, 04:42 PM	After Respen had made his mark in the guest book, he turned back to Keldorn, the fellow knight-in-arms, the understanding member of the Brotherhood of Knights. His voice, crystal clear and resounding as a trumpet, spoke a question to the Knight. "My Brother in Arms, did I hear ye speak of a temple? What God - or Goddess - is this temple raised in dedication to? For I have need to spend some time in the gracious presence of my Just Lord, Tyr, while I wait for your friend, Agudo, whom I have heard so much about, arrive from his surely grueling journey. Also, if it is not too much trouble, after travelling for so long and sustaining myself on only berries, edible plants, and dry rations, a true meal would be most satisfying to my senses, and to my stomach as well. Of course, I would work my keep, in whatever way the regent taking Agudo's place sees fit. Nothing ever gained from a lazy body, my mother always said..."
Agudo Archmage 12-27-04, 07:47 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley As the sun continued to rise on this early morning spring day A hooded wayward traveler walked through the pearly gates of the school of Light. He stopped in mid stride, gazing upon the majestic Cathedral before him. Lifting his hands slowly to take hold of the blue and white hood that hid his tanned face. Causing the colorful rings upon his fingers glisten in the light as he did so. At first just a smile can be seen framed with a short blond chin beard. Then quickly the covering was pulled away, revealing the exotic handsome features of Agudo. His green eyes lit up with joyful expression at being home. It was then that others near by noticed him. Leprechauns jumped off their mushrooms, Gnomes drop their gadgets and doohickeys, Elves stopped frolicking in the garden, Dwarfs stepped away from their smithing. Even shy wood Nymphs left the protected groves of their beloved trees to see Agudo. In fact Fairies, Pixie, Brownies and many more enchanted creatures danced about yelling out his name. “The Headmaster has returned! Agudo….Agudo its you!” Several unicorns pranced about at the happy sounds of revelry. Imps bounced on the backs of the magical horned horses, playing flutes and tambourines. The Clerics of Light heard the commotion and pulled the long ropes in the bell tower. Musical revelry seem to breakout everywhere, as the good news quickly spread throughout the school. http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Lady Hoot was in the schools infirmary attending Krisy sickly body. When she received wonderful word from one of the students that it was true! The Headmaster was at the gates. Looking down at the poor girl, the wise snow owl smiled like all enchanted animals could. “I shall return momentarily my dear. Agudo is at long last home….after many season. I shall ask him to stop by and see you as soon as he can” With that the High Cleric of Light left Krisy in good hands with the other healers. She flew out of the school’s large ornate wooden double doors, straight into Agudo arms. “HOOT!” He said as he twirled about a few times with her in his arms. “It’s been far….far to long A year hasn’t it?” She nodded her white feather head smiling at him The Wizard of Light flipped his long blond hair over his shoulder . Allowing his good friend her rightful spot on shoulder . Some spoke out about the brave Bardic tales of Agudo victory over Messianica army. Others wondered when Kulideb would return? The now famed Slayer of Messianica. Agudo just waved his hands at all his well wishers, trying to make his way through the crowd.
Drindin 12-27-04, 09:48 PM	Krissy grabs the arm of a nurse. A young elven maiden no less, hair growing to just below her shoulders, but currently tied back. "A... a cane... please..." "I... I don't think I should let you up..." The healer said. "Look at me..." Krissy weezed. The maiden knew what was coming up, and cringed away... but Krissy insisted, pulling on the maidens arm. "Look at me..." With little other choice, the maiden looked. Squealing, she stumbled backward, giving Krissy the cane. Shakily, she pulled herself from her bed, and made her stumbling slow way to Agudo. "Agudo..." She said, leaning on the door way, sliding to the ground, weakly.
Khaira 12-28-04, 12:50 AM	As Respen stood and awaited Keldorn's answer, he heard a great and powerful tolling of the bells commence. Almost instantly, like a wildfire, the school was in an uproar, all manner of creatures cheering and dancing everywhere. The young elf, the Representative of Tyr, could not help but wonder what was going on; why such excitement? His swift, strong hands reached out quickly, and grabbed another elf that was running by. He posed the question to her. "My lady, tell me, why such excitement? Is there some festival taking place? Or is this some holy day?" "Oh, yes, yes, indeed it is a holy day, for we, today, have been blessed by the light, my lord! For today, by the blessings of the light, our gracious and wonderful Headmaster Agudo has returned! It is the happiest of occassions, let me assure you!" With that, the female elf ran off, leaving Respen pondering the return of this Agudo fellow. He must be a truly wonderful individual to receive such a homecoming. Seeing that he might finally gain some answers, Respen began to walk, calmly, slowly, on soundless feat, to the source of all of this excitement. Along the way, he couldn't help but overhearing gossip buzzing like a hivefull of bees. Some spoke out about the brave Bardic tales of Agudo victory over Messianica army. Others wondered when Kulideb would return? The now famed Slayer of Messianica. "The Messianica Army? Kulideb? Slayer of Messianica? Who are these people that gossip, like wildfire, spreads throughout the school?" It was then that armored - and still armed - Representative of Tyr heard the great exclamations of joy and glad tidings. If the denizens of the school had been joyous before, they were erotically ecstatic now. Respen watched, in much surprise, as clumsy dwarves and graceful elves danced together, pixies and sprites swirled around each other, and leprechauns played upon their flutes and violins. Standing there, solemn as ever, a stern expression upon his face, the Representative of Tyr stood at alert as Agudo came through the crowd. The symbol of Tyr, the Just Lord, stood ever vigilant upon the breast of his armor, and as Agudo came before him, Respen bent down on one knee, bowing his head towards the Headmaster, this blue-clad Arcane Master and loved Headmaster. In a soft voice, but a voice clear as a bell all the same, Respen Braegen, Representative of Tyr, Bringer of Justice greeted Agudo. "Fair greetings to thee upon this fine and exquisite morning, my Lord Agudo, of whom I have heard many great and wonderful things. May Tyr bless your heart and your soul with justice, truth and light. With a glad heart, may I welcome you back to your school, where with much love, gladness, and joyful noisemaking, you are embraced once again among friends and kin." He remained on one knee then, his head bowed in respect and reverence for this much beloved men, his eyes remaining averted. He seemed as much a stone statue as any of the other statues around, barely breathing, moving, or even blinking, his whole body, life, and mind seeming to wait on the words of this beloved man.
Good Knight 12-28-04, 01:53 AM	What is the…. Light” Just as Lord Firecam was to answer his new friend in Righteousness, Cleric Respen The bells began to ring out and people ran down the Cathedral steps to greet a newcomer. So many students and faculty that Keldorn got temporally separated from the traveling Cleric. By the time he made his way to front Respen was on bended knee. Respen Respen bent down on one knee, bowing his head towards the Headmaster, this blue-clad Arcane Master and loved Headmaster. In a soft voice, but a voice clear as a bell all the same, Respen Braegen, Representative of Tyr, Bringer of Justice greeted Agudo. "Fair greetings to thee upon this fine and exquisite morning, my Lord Agudo, of whom I have heard many great and wonderful things. May Tyr bless your heart and your soul with justice, truth and light. With a glad heart, may I welcome you back to your school, where with much love, gladness, and joyful noisemaking, you are embraced once again among friends and kin." Firecam gleamed with happiness and his eyes widen at the sight of Agudo He boldly walked up to Headmaster of the School of Light and as he did so Keldorn proclaimed joyfully. “Respen my new Cleric friend…..you don’t greet the famed Agudo on bended knee ….” Firecam then spread his arms eyeing Agudo all along. The Knight of the Radiant Heart who was normally so reserved. Lifted Agudo in a big bear hug. “HAAAA! You grab him like a long lost Brother!” With that Keldorn laughed out loud even more. Squeezing Agudo and shaking him gently before putting him down. By the Light Above Agudo! If I had known .....you would have taken several weeks longer than me to reach the school. I would have put you on the back of my horse like some hapless maiden.” The knight wiped a tear from his eye slapping the Wizard of Light on the back. Then proudly pointing to Respen. “It is my honor to Reintroduce Respen the Cleric of Justice! He has just told me how he would like to stay here awhile and aid the school in whatever fashion you see fit. As they walked up to Respen, the Knight added. “Ahh yes he also asked about the Light and the meaning by your faith. I was going to bring him to Hoot...But...Um” Out of the corner of Keldorn eye he saw Krissy stumble. “Hoot is that not the young sickly lass Krissy?”
Drindin 12-28-04, 04:39 AM	And just as Firecam mentioned Krissy... another knight, screaming "TO ARMS! TO ARMS! AN ABOMINATION APPROACHES!" Making his way to Agudo, Knight salutes from the horse back. "Sir Agudo! Some sort of abomination approaches the building! At first I thought it was a sick child, but as I approached I was confronted with the scent of carrion, and was repulsed to see what appeared to be an adolescent boy feasting on the carcass of a dead merchant! He was hollering something terrible, m'lord! His eyes were pale yellow, and his mouth was filled with Razor teeth, and--" The Knight's words are cut off by a moan coming from the distance. Half garbled common tounge, but still understandable. The voice sounds to be that of a young boys... "AAAGH! WHAT HAVE I DONE!?" The words hollor out. "Nooo!" The voice sounds like it's sobbing, and a withered child appears on the hill-top... or so it appears, but it is hard to tell from such a distance. "There it is, m'lord... the abomination!" However, Krissy seems suddenly self concious, a tear coming down her cheek, her arms wrapping around herself. "No more an abomination that myself..." She mumbles to herself.
malik21 12-28-04, 09:46 AM	Cair gets up from his bed, pushing past any knights that remained at his door,(with an amazingly strong force for his size)and goes to see what the commotion is all about. And just as Firecam mentioned Krissy... another knight, screaming "TO ARMS! TO ARMS! AN ABOMINATION APPROACHES!" "It doesn't look like an abomination to me," he says dully.
Branth 12-28-04, 10:45 AM	Another figure appears next to Krissy, one who also does not seem to be partaking in the glad celebration surronding Agudo's return. Standing to Krissy's left side, the young man by the name of Branth appears to be in deep thought as he looks out at what the scared knights are calling an ABOMINATION. He mumbles to himself ((Though Krissy may be close enough to hear him)) as he listens to the knights reacting, "Why do they always lable those they don't understand?" Shaking his head sadly he also slides to the ground, sitting right next to Krissy with his knees pulled up to his chest as he waits to see what the knights will do.
Drindin 12-28-04, 06:38 PM	Krissy pointed. "Look closer..." The boy stumbled closer to the school, sobbing uncontrollably, finally collapsing only about thirty meters away. Closer examination revealed greenish skin. The Knight moves closer to the crying boy, still on horseback, the covered his nose. "Augh! He stinks like carrion!" He hollered back. Looking down at the boy, his horse pacing uncontrollably. "Hey boy! Get up! Get up you whelp!" Looking back, he points at a guard. "You there! Help me with this creature!" The guard promptly came over, and forced the boy to his feet. The boy's hair hung infront of his face, his ragged brown clothing hanging loosley on his body. "I... I didn' mean ta..." He sobbed out. "I... I could help it... I... I felt so sick... I felt like I was caving in... I can't help it! I don' wanna..." The boy continues to sob, his face hidden from the crowd. "Don't worry son... I'm sure we'll have this all--oh GODS!" The guard is untimely cut off when he moves the boys hair from his face, revealing pupilless yellow eyes, and unusually large teeth. "What-What ARE you!?" The guard threw down the boys arm, stumbling backwards. "Ghul..." Was all the boy mumbled. "That's all I've ever been called..." Krissy dawdled over to Agudo. "Remember that creature that my uncle told you of? The result of a pregnant mother being turned by Ghouls? This is him... and he's to guide us to my uncles Tomb. There is something we must do there... for my uncles time has come once more."
Khaira 12-28-04, 10:24 PM	Respen shook his head at Keldorn, his eyes staring at him in disbelief; how could he say that? It was the sign of respect that a lesser Knight was supposed to show all superiors; it was one of the written laws, after all! When Keldorn grabbed Agudo in a bear hug, Respen's jaw practically dropped and after a few minutes, he arose, finally recollecting himself. Bowing to the both of them, Respen's eyes scoured Keldorn's, searching for some meaning to this apparent show of lack of respect. His voice, when it finally came, was of dismay and shock. "If you'll pardon me saying so, my lord, that is no greeting of respect. In the land from whence I hail from, we show respect towards our superiors from a distance. To touch them is a true blessing, for they are true representatives of the collective divine, and to be blessed enough to be able to touch them is an honor. It is my belief that our superiors are to be respected in such a way, in a steadfast and obedient stance, without such violent actions pervading our lives. Such is my belief, my lords. I beg your deepest heartfelt forgiveness if what I have uttered, in my opinionated bluntness, has offended your standards of etiquette in this place, this time." Respen nodded, and bowed once again, crisply saluting Agudo. Drawing his exquisite longsword, adorned by many runes of justice, in many different languages, the battle-scarred and armored elf rested the blade on both his forearms towards Agudo. In a calm, steady voice he addressed the Archmage. "My Lord, returned from whatever glories of battle you have so valiantly triumphed over, may it have been in the purest name of Justice, and may all so deemed innocent and true to heart be freed from whatever tyrannical power opposed their freedom and liberties. As for me, my Lord Agudo, I seek to serve you and your exquisite establishment, in return for lodging and, if you will, food. May my sword and my skills be a worthy addition to your location of scholarly might, Lord Agudo. My services, whatever you would have of them, are yours to command, however you see fit." As he finished speaking, the eloquent, muscular elf bowed his head as he awaited the response of the Headmaster.
Khaira 12-28-04, 10:24 PM	((Curse the double-posting demons, too! Ah, hell, curses to all the demons all around!))
Khaira 12-28-04, 10:25 PM	((Curse the triple-posting demons!))
Lord Tarran 12-29-04, 08:02 PM	Kherule enters the main hallway as the commotion begins, looking at all the guards behaivor towards the Ghul boy in need of help. Shaking his head at the stupidity of the men, the newest professor made his way out of the front gates to help the boy. Picking the lad up in his arms like a small child, Kherule walked over to Agudo and Hoot. Nodding to Krissy with a smile, glad to see her at least moving, the dragon in disguise asks, "Madam Hoot, please, could you help this boy? I know you are aware of his great need, and I can do nothing to save him."
Branth 12-30-04, 09:06 AM	Branth watches the new teacher grab the small boy before the knights could get to him. After watching for a few more minutes he decides theres nothing else to see here and stands. With a quick look around to make sure no one else is watching, Branth walks to the secluded little garden away from all the commotion. Half way there he conjures up his favorite book, determined to get in a little uninteruppted reading since everyone else is deffinantly busy.
Agudo Archmage 12-31-04, 12:51 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley RESPEN "If you'll pardon me saying so, my lord, that is no greeting of respect. In the land from whence I hail from, we show respect towards our superiors from a distance. To touch them is a true blessing, for they are true representatives of the collective divine, and to be blessed enough to be able to touch them is an honor.[/B]It is my belief that our superiors are to be respected in such a way, in a steadfast and obedient stance, without such violent actions pervading our lives. Such is my belief, my lords......... [B] Respen nodded, and bowed once again, crisply saluting Agudo. Drawing his exquisite longsword, adorned by many runes of justice, in many different languages, the battle-scarred and armored elf rested the blade on both his forearms towards Agudo. In a calm, steady voice he addressed the Archmage. "My Lord, returned from whatever glories of battle you have so valiantly triumphed over, may it have been in the purest name of Justice, and may all so deemed innocent and true to heart be freed from whatever tyrannical power opposed their freedom and liberties. As for me, my Lord Agudo, I seek to serve you and your exquisite establishment, in return for lodging and, if you will, food. May my sword and my skills be a worthy addition to your location of scholarly might, Lord Agudo. My services, whatever you would have of them, are yours to command, however you see fit." As he finished speaking, the eloquent, muscular elf bowed his head as he awaited the response of the Headmaster. His brother in the Light Firecam had just put him down and reintroduced the brave Knight. When Respen proclaimed very boldly his oath and utter respect to the Wizard of Light Agudo And as Respen got to the point about honoring and bowing before him. Agudo almost blushed like some young hapless maiden that Keldorn had just teased him of being. Glancing at his Radiant Heart friend Keldorn with a teasing expression of…. (Why aren’t you bowed before me? Just as the sunrises and falls........ Agudo will be reminding Firecam of Respen words in the very near future) He could see Firecam bighting his cheek as to not interrupt such a solemn vow. No matter how much Keldorn wanted to wipe that smirk off of his friend Agudo. But as Respen kneeled before Agudo once more by yielding his sword. Making clear his fidelity to the Light. Agudo turned back to Respen and grew more serious. Walking slowly up to the humble Knight. Agudo put right hand on the middle of the great sword blade. “May the Light welcome you Respen with your humble heart and honest words. I bestow upon your weapon of choice the blessing of the Light. The sword at that moment glowed like a shining star. Gleaming with white Light and raw energy. Then when the Light dissipated Agudo continued. “As long as you serve all that is Righteous and Good! This mighty weapon in your hands shall inspirer others to your leadership And if your faith is strong Respen, the sword can blind evil that dares to stand against you. { The Sword now FOD permitting gives the wielder + 3 Charisma and can cast Blinding Light at evil creatures in a fifty foot radius of the weapon twice per day} Let it be known from this day forth! That you Good Sir of Justice Respen…. Be welcome in this blessed halls of the School of Light, forever more! Many in the crowd applauded and welcomed Respen with warm wishes. Lady Hoot on the other hand was presented a Ghoulish boy by Kherule that Krissy seem to know. “The boys body is an evil decrepit thing! Yet the soul trapped inside may still be redeemed if freed. For he proclaims to resist the evil that tempts him. But to cure this blasphemies creation quickly, may jeopardize Krissy Quest for her Uncle.” She paused then looked at Cair. “It would seem this maybe your opportunity to chnage yourself and help out a fellow student Cair. Perhaps you can aid Krissy on her Quest to help her Uncle?” Then speaking with Kherule she added. “I would ask you as well to journey with us as we seek out answers for Krissy......What say you both?
Drindin 12-31-04, 04:04 AM	Krissy looks at them. "I will honor the help of both of you. But cair shall prove more useful to me in this journey. I would also appreciate the assistance of a powerful cleric and wizard in thos Journey, for we must not only return life to my Uncles dead body... but we shall also need to summon it again."
Khaira 12-31-04, 10:49 PM	[QUOTE=AgudoArchmage] Then when the Light dissipated Agudo continued. “As long as you serve all that is Righteous and Good! This mighty weapon in your hands shall inspirer others to your leadership And if your faith is strong Respen, the sword can blind evil that dares to stand against you." "Let it be known from this day forth! That you Good Sir of Justice Respen…. Be welcome in this blessed halls of the School of Light, forever more!" As Agudo spread his calloused, experienced fingers over his sword, his representation of Tyr himself, the Just God's chosen weapon, Respen felt the growing light and power of justice began to spread through the blade, and through himself. Even though he had submitted to this experienced man, this beloved man of so many individuals, still he was surprised when Agudo blessed his weapon, and himself, with such high honors and exclamations of welcome. Inaudibly, almost as if it were only a quick blast of air, the cleric heard himself, as if from afar, gasp in surprise. His voice soft, low, respectfully pleased, Respen took his sword, his own rough, battle-worn hands resting upon the hilt. "My Lord, Most Wise Agudo, you have blessed me this day with the true, vigorous blessings of the redeeming light. Of this, I am indebted to you, and to your service. Anything that you would ask of me, my Gracious Lord, I shall willingly, with a gladful and joyous heart, see through to the end. By the very power of my sword, under the watchful eye of Tyr, the Just God, and the Lord Whose Eye Nothing Escapes; under the vigilant eyes and ears of so many witnesses; upon my very life - and shall it be forfeit to Kelemvor below if I disgrace this oath of which I utter - I promise thee, my Lord Agudo, of whom has bestowed upon me, this day, with such grace, that I shall, as long as there are strength in my bones, a free will in my mind, and breath in my body, fight with all my heart, mind, and soul for Justice and for Light." "Furthermore, my Lord, I shall, with no reservation, protect that which you, with fruitful love, grow in the hearts of so many; and lastly, as a Cleric of Tyr, a Representative of the Just God, and a Bringer of Justice, shall I, Respen Braegen, be in your service until Kelemvor Below sees fit to draw the breath from my body and strength from my bones, and so shall I protect your goodly body, my Lord, of which the Gods have seen fit to bring to your side a willing servant such as myself to, as an extension of the Gods, serve you and all that you stand for. With these goodly people, your brave knight, Keldorn, the Gods, and my own heart as a witness to this oath, thus do I bind my service unto thee, my Good Lord Agudo, until I am removed from this mortal earth or it is seen fit to remove me from thy service. Of this do I promise thee, M'Lord Agudo." After Respen, the Bringer of Justice, the Representative of Tyr had pledged his very heart, soul, and mind to the protection of Agudo and for the very ideals that they both stood for, the Battle Cleric of Tyr once again bowed, and remained there, with bowed head, until Agudo said otherwise.
Good Knight 01-01-05, 12:52 AM	Seeing Respen bow with such humility was rewarding for the elder Knight to see. Despite the future ribbing from Agudo that he would get from his friend. Keldorn Firecam applauded with the rest and spoke up in his baritone voice. “Respen is an example to us all! A fine day in this land when we have such as this fine Knight in our mists I myself go back a long way with Headmaster Agudo and often forget my manners when he is in the company of others. Showing respect as you do Respen is always the proper way” With a quick glance at Agudo he makes clear with a rueful smile that It will be Sober day in a Dwarven fest hall! Before Keldorn would bow to his brotherly and friend Agudo. He then waited for Agudo to alow this prostraited humbel Knight to stand.
Agudo Archmage 01-01-05, 11:49 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The Headmaster took a step back then look at the gathered crowed then once more at Respen. “Arise be amongst us horned friend of the Light. Your fellowship begins this new day in all that you have sworn to protect.” After several moments of handclapping Agudo then spoke once more “Please Respen my journey has been long and somewhat eventful. I seek rest and relaxation amongst family and friends. Join me in my office above in the Wizards Tower This will give me a chance to get to know you better” Brushing off some dust from the long road that setteld on his robes amd cape. The Headmaster and Keldorn began to walk up the steps to enter the main part of the school
Khaira 01-01-05, 03:47 PM	Respen, the muscles of his finely tuned body rippling, bowed low to the Archmage. His facial expression was as if stone; it could not be read there, in his face, whether he was ecstatically pleased to accompany the high-ranking wizard to his office or if he was dreadfully afraid. There was simply a blank look, a knowledge that such was his duty, and so he would do, because it was his duty, and he would do what was his duty with neither complaint nor joyous exclamation. And yet, his words, eloquently spoken, flowing out of his mouth as smooth as silk stated otherwise. "My Lord Agudo, such would be my pleasure, to accompany you as you remove the dust of travel from your person from such a long and hard trek as I have heard that you have traversed, and only recently returned from vanquishing the forces of injustice in lands far away." With another eloquent bow, a show of respect, Respen began to follow Agudo and Keldorn up the stairs, to the main part of the school.
Lord Tarran 01-02-05, 01:07 AM	The dragon in disguise looked pensive as he thought over Hoot's proposition. Should he go and help Krissy, a child he knew little about, when his concerns were here at the school, watching over Serata and his students? There were questions to be asked before a decision could be made. I may join you, I have not yet decided. In order for me to, I need to know, what is the situation. Once I understand the happenings, I may be able to help.
Khaira 01-05-05, 01:33 AM	Respen continued to dilligently follow Agudo and Keldorn up and up and up and up that stairs...boy, the Archmage's office sure was a long way's away. :P
Agudo Archmage 01-05-05, 11:13 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley As they made there way to the top of the Wizards Tower. Agudo stopped ever so often to give a quick tour for Respen. Showing on one level the classes in Clerical training to the Light The initiates in one room were practicing healing techniques and in another studding the teaching of the Light. On the next level above Respen had a chance to view a group of squires, being excepted into the Knighthood. An inspiring pageant of rituals and ceremonial grandeur A few more spiraling staircases up they came upon the Wizards classes. With a quick peek through a windowed door Respen could see several Illusionist. Changing each other into all sorts of comical things. Agudo explained that unlike some other overly prudish schools of the Arcane. He taught that magic should be fun to learn as long as it was used wisely. Down hall smoke could be seen as students came out of the Fire Magic class. Smiling and coughing at what went almost right The Headmaster chuckled when he mentioned taking Respen to the basement. To see the Gnomes at work trying make their many exciting if rather dangerous gadgets. But (not) until Agudo grabbed some healing positions. Keldorn laughed yet at the same time warned the Cleric of Justice that he should pray about skipping that last tour. It was then that they had finally made their way to the top of the tower. Agudo office door open magically as if the very room had been expecting him. Inside the plush roomy office, Firecam made himself at home. By walking up to the small bar and poured three Elvin Sweet Waters into ornate silver goblet. Respen could see that Agudo had collected many odds and ends over his years of adventuring. From a enchanted Harp that set nicely on a silken cloth, atop a display case full of other strange magical items. to the right of the case a large telescope was pointed out a open window, it seem to be making noises as it magically adjusted to record the distant Realms. Nearby bookshelves were brimming with volumes of old and new scrolls and leather-bound books, neatly organized for viewing. Agudo sat behind his desk offering one the extra high back chairs for Respen and Keldorn. The stained glass window just behind Agudo was a lovely seen of a Lighthouse inspiring safe harbor to all. Taking the silver goblet from his Knightly friend, the Headmaster took a long drink before speaking. “So tell me Lord Respen…..What pray tell has happily graced me with the honor of your presence this fine day? For I hope you stay awhile, it is always a pleasure to speak with fellow do Gooder of Law and Order.
Drindin 01-05-05, 11:52 PM	Meanwhile, Krissy made her way down to an older wing of the school... Some classes were still taught here, all except for one... one door remained locked up. With a soft gesture of her hand, the locking mechanisim clicked, and the door swung open. Stepping inside, she looked about at the orderly room, yet still very dark. The room that was once her uncles. "Good... he might have the ingridients I need to raise him... and to get past the wards and guards." Sadly, Krissy discovered that the ingridients needed to raise him were, infact, NOT here. Luckily, however, the spell components she would require to make it past the Wards and Guards of his tomb WERE here, and she was quick to pilfer those. "For a long time had been trying to tap into the weave... looks like he was nearly successful, but I am fully successful, and these shall be useful to me for later use... now to find myself a cleric." She hurried down the clerical training class run by Hoot, looking about for the old owl.
Khaira 01-06-05, 12:55 AM	As Respen was shown through the school, he couldn't help but notice, with wonderment, the vast varieties, cultures, and lifestyles that these students had chosen. There were magic users, students studying the holy orders of the gods, even gnomish inventors - what a frightening thought! He had helped out a gnomish village once, a long time ago, and they had repaid him with a magically refilling canteen of water. It was unfortunate that the water came out in 20 places, and could not be stoppered once the flow had begun.... Finally, Respen notice that they had arrived in Agudo's lavishly decorated office. It was as though this were an office fit for a king; and Agudo may as well be king, with how well he was liked here! Truly, this must be a man blessed by the gods and by the forces of light. When Respen was offered a seat by Agudo, he politely refused. "Forgive me, my good lord Agudo, but I much prefer to stand. After such a daunting journey on horseback, I must stretch my legs that I can, once again, feel the old power that once coursed through these poor, aching limbs." “So tell me Lord Respen…..What pray tell has happily graced me with the honor of your presence this fine day?" Then Agudo asked the dreaded question that he could never feel comfortable truthfully answering. Should he lie, or shall he darken his Lord's day by telling him that, this very day, and as long as he was sheltered within these great halls, the good man was doomed? O . o .Nay, I shall not lie unto my new lord, the man of which has welcomed me with open arms into this, his hall, this educated establishment of reigning academia. I shall speak the truth, and should the good Lord Agudo decide it is not in his best interest to keep me in his home, then shall I take my leave...O. o . With an eloquent bow, the Cleric's voice, a voice reminding one of crystal clear springs on a warm summer's day, rang out as clear as a bell, filling the room, seemingly, with beauty and honor. "I hail from the Savage North, my lord. Have you heard of the place? No? Not many have, I am not surprised that ye have not. It is a bitter cold place in the winter, such that only the experienced life forms know how to survive. And in the spring, it gets so blasted muddy, that scarce a caravan passes through. To make matters worse, with the birds and joyous life forms coming out of their long sleep, so, too, do all manners of savage creatures; orcs, trolls, giant insects... I had no family to speak of throughout my life; my mother died granting me this life, my father, my brothers, and my sisters were all slain shortly after the beginning of my life, in an orc raid. I was raised in the Temple of Tyr, by a kindly cleric. It was soon discovered, through my training, that I had a natural ability with my Lord God's chosen weapon, the long sword. It was such that I became a Battle Cleric of Tyr, a most honored position. I was responsible for leading my fellow clerics into battle, and rallying them to justice in times of need. We triumphed over the savage species many-a-time...until one night, one late night, the barbarians found their way into our camp, killing all in their path. My temple was destroyed, my brothers and my sisters in justice slain, my own body left for dead. I was spared, for some reason known only to the Just God. It is for this reason that you see me before you, my lord; I travel the roads of the world in hopes that not another soul shall have to endure the pain that I, myself, ahve endured. And so I fight; I fight so that others do not have to; I fight to bring to justice the injust." Respen, while he was speaking, went through a series of emotions; sadness at the loss of those so close to him, fierce anger at the blasphemy of the orcs, expressionless duty whilst on the road, serving his God. AGudo, then, asked a question that Respen hated the most; in fact, as Respen let his words sink in, the color of his face paled, and his hands shook, but only for a moment. A look of sorrow passed, quickly, before his eyes. Bowing again, the Representative of Tyr spoke again, though his voice was less composed and steady now. "For I hope you stay awhile, it is always a pleasure to speak with fellow do Gooder of Law and Order." "My Lord Agudo, you do not wish such things. If I were to stay...if I were to stay in this place, all it would bring about is misery, death, and your halls razed to the ground. I am doom to those around me; everywhere I go I am tracked by evil-doers, those who would do harm to a Brother of Justice. If I were to stay, my lord, I would doom you, and all that you love, to death. Such a thing is sinful, to have so many people's blood on my hands. And so, I shall stay here for a short while, but then, in order that I shall spare yours, and all of your students' lives, I shall once again be on the road, befor any savages find their way to your doorstep. It is my sorrow that I bring you such regretful news, my lord."
Agudo Archmage 01-06-05, 11:43 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Agudo waved over his collection of Pipes. Like most enchanted things in this room, they floated over, hovering just above his desk. Some were long and curved made ornately of brass and wood. Others were of various sizes carved of ivory, silver, copper or a mixture of each. With a twinkle in his eye Agudo finally settled on a simple Corncob pipe that lit up without flint lock or other incinerating device. At least none that could be seen by the human eye. Yet without a doubt he was intently listening as Respen stiffly stood before the Wizard of Light. Expounding upon them with his tragic heart wrenching tale, of events that had maimed the Cleric’s life. Frowning at the llast fearful words of the Just Cleric The Headmaster ponderd those very words. As he took a few long puffs on his Corncob pipe. that sweetly filled the room with the smell of apple cinnamon. Putting his pipe in both hands Agudo spoke in his warm fatherly voice “Respen…..Your words are full of sorrow and great loss. Yet your heart shines rightly in the Light. By seeking to protect others from the pain of your own life is always a good sign indeed” Pausing for just a moment as he took another long puff as well as glancing at Keldorn. Who noded his peper color head in a knowing way of what Agudo was thinking. The Headmaster then asked more gently. “What exactly is this evil you say is chasing you? That causes you to dare not stay in any place for a time. Not even with such powerful beings that roam this school of Light” ***********Else Where in the School************ http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Lady Hoot was chating with a traveling Healer in the Lobby. She was bringing good news about the well being of the towns down the shoreline from the school. Gently flapping her lovely snowy white wings as she just happen to catch sight of Krissy The High Cleric of Light, kindly excused herself from the Healer and flew over to young Krissy. "Peace be with you my young child in the Light. May I ask how do you feel this day?"
Khaira 01-07-05, 12:04 AM	“What exactly is this evil you say is chasing you? That causes you to dare not stay in any place for a time. Not even with such powerful beings that roam this school of Light” Respen thought for a long time; how did one put into words that which you could only feel? The eyes of the savages upon you, always upon you; the words of the faithful, echoing in his ears, always the ringing, the echoing, enough to drive a man mad; the monsters that wouuld chop down any tree, burn any bush, or kill any creature just to get to him; how could he explain to this kindly man that Death itself sought him, to welcome him in its warm embrace? With proud, defiant eyes, Respen spoke again; his voice had seemed to lose its joyous, dutiful tone. No longer was he the proud Symbol of Justice, standing strong for all to rally towards. No, now he was as any other man; mortal, his life blood running all too freely, with Death ever at his side, clutching for him, reaching for him, those cold claws yearning to welcome him, at least, to the End.... "My Lord...I know not. I only know this; where ever I go, I am tracked. The tallest tree that I have slept in, the deepest hole I have sought shelter within, behind the thickest wall of brush and thorns I have concealed myself...but still they find me, my Lord. There is no tree they hesitate to cut down, no brush they will not burn, no hole they will not flood..." He paused; it seemed his facial expression contorted in pain at a certain memory. His eyes were no longer fearless; they were the eyes of a dying animal, as it draws its last breath, or the eyes of a man who knows his days are numbered. It was with a numbing quality that he finished his sentence, in naught but a whisper. "...no life they will not take...to get to me, my Lord...." It seemed, then, that the young Knight was watching some horrified memory unfold before his eyes; his face contorted in pain, his hand went to the hilt of his sword, and his mouth moved as if he were trying to say something. But...no words came out. And still, his face, twisted in a most excruciating pain, paled. It was then that he began to rant and rave in a most insane manner. His voice began to crack in its stressful volume, and his eyes were wide, horrified. "No life, my lord, is safe....none are safe...I am doomed...a DOOMED MAN! Do you hear me...I am DOOMED! I am DEATH ITSELF, DEATH emobided in a living shell of hopeless weakness...no life is safe...everything shall be destroyed...death comes to the land that I stay in...death comes to the people around me....they have burned, they have pillaged...AHHHH!...My Blessed Lord Tyr, they have killed...and killed...and burned...and dug...and flooded...no place is safe...no person is safe...as long as I am around them, my lord...I cannot sleep...they always find me...they always come, my lord...NOOOO!" Finally, it seemed, while Respen was pacing wildly around the room, his eyes wide, horrified mess; his voice a loud, echoing rant of a madman, finally he reached the end of his energy, and as he backed into a wall, he stumbled, and fell, falling into a crouching position as he murmured something, some incoherency to himself. After a time, however, his words began to make some sort of coherent sense. "Ah, God, my Lord God in Heaven Above, in whom the name of Justice tolls clear...why dost thou punish one such as I, your most obedient servant? It is as the priest says...the Gods punish the unworthy...the Gods punish those who defy their own Fate...Ah, my God, shall peace ever reign in my life...My God of Justice and of all that is good and true and holy...why have you forsaken me?" Finally, Respen was silent, not saying another word, his face a pale reminder of the mortality that all beings must, eventually, come to battle, face to face, claw to claw. There, against the wall, he slumped, his forehead perspiring heavily, as tears were shed for those who had fallen because of him, because of the wickedness that he was being punished for.
Drindin 01-07-05, 10:01 AM	[IMG]Lady Hoot was chating with a traveling Healer in the Lobby. She was bringing good news about the well being of the towns down the shoreline from the school. Gently flapping her lovely snowy white wings as she just happen to catch sight of Krissy The High Cleric of Light, kindly excused herself from the Healer and flew over to young Krissy. "Peace be with you my young child in the Light. May I ask how do you feel this day?" Krissy bowed politely. "My lady hoot. I am seeking a cleric who can raise the dead to accompany on my journey for my uncle."
Agudo Archmage 01-10-05, 09:12 AM	((OOC I didnt have time to switch my acount for Keldorn. Nor sadly post for Hoot or Agudo.... so hang in there I will post more latter))
Good Knight 01-10-05, 07:51 PM	Keldorn Firecam of the Radiant Heart Order had seen many heroic comrades buckle under the brutality of battle. Some called Blood-Shock others the Yellow-Fever That caused grown women and men to cower with fear. Babbling incoherently to everything around them. Some generals slapped their solders in shame at their underlings on weakness. But not Firecam, for as an elder Knight he had gained wisdom over the years in dealing with such things. Motioning for Agudo to stay back, Firecam walked over and kneeled next to the Cleric of Justice. Putting his hand on his fellow Knights shoulder he spoke. “Your among friends Good Cleric….. “
Agudo Archmage 01-13-05, 11:31 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The Headmaster slowly stood yet with a slight wave of his friend Keldorn’s hand. Agudo sat back down and waited with deep concern, for the Law Cleric to hopefully come together emotionally. Firecam seem so gentle with the distraught Cleric. Like father with his own son. Agudo knew under Firecam’s battle harden exterior looks, was a loving compassionate human like few could ever be. Quite a surprise to his enemies if they ever lived to see such a moment with the Righteous Knight. Never the less Agudo was prepared for the worst if things got out of hand. He silently prayed to the Light that this would not end tragically. ******Else where in the School of Light********** http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Lady Hoot smiled like all enchanted animals could. “Why my dear! Are you going on a quest? She gently flap her snowy wings and looked proudly at Krissy I can think of several Clerics to aid you Yet will you need supplies as well?”
Khaira 01-13-05, 11:40 PM	Respen seemed to look up to Keldorn, and there only was horror and fear portrayed in those eyes. In fact, if one didn't know any better, it would be prudent to say that the young, fair Elven Cleric of Tyr had gone insane and lost his mind...for good reason, too! Finally, though, the madness, the horror, the fear seemed to dissapear from those shining eyes as Keldorn's hand rested upon his shoulder. Respen's voice was hoarse, dry, and he looked as though he had aged 100 years, even though it was only a minute's time. "My lords, I am sorry to come to you as such a madman, with no control over his body nor mind nor words...I seem to have no power to resist such evils of the mind. Perhaps it is that I am not worthy to receive the Just God's blessings...." His eyes seemed still to bear that great sadness, now born freely for all to see, unashamed. He looked to Agudo, and when he spoke, his voice was steady again, speaking what only was, not what he believed was so...though perhaps he believed it, too... "My Lord Agudo, I, not long ago, pledged to be within your service, as you would deem it worthy. And yet, my lord, if my presence here shall bring chaos and death to your establishment and to the lives of those who are sheltered under these grand halls..." His head bowed once again in deepening sorrow, and when he looked up again, though his voice was still clear and steady, there seemed to be a wetness brimming on the edges of his eyes. "...I could not bear to see such sorrow brought into your life, only because one such as I sought a place with which to call home. It is for this reason, my Lord Agudo, that if such is your wish that I, a doomed man, cursed by the Fates to always be followed by savage being, leave this place so as to not bring death and tragedy down upon your halls, I shall not begrudge you, my lord." Respen awaited Agudo's own words; they would either redeem or send forth this elven cleric. It seemed, to Respen, that he wished very much that he could stay here, not be a threat to such innocent lives. He desired to have a place to call home, friends to call family, to live, finally, in peace; yet, was such a thing attainable?
Good Knight 01-13-05, 11:41 PM	The elder Knight gently took his hand and lifted the Law Clerics chin. “My young man you may have seen great death…. He paused then looked at Agudo. “Yet know this my fearful lad.”Keldorn returned his attention to the distraught Cleric. “That some in this room are over two hundred years old and counting. We wont let anything happen to you….or us! For I myself have fought dragons and Dimiliches and lived. Besides your in one of the most powerful Cathedrals dedicated to good in the land. Your about as safe as it gets…..Truely!
Agudo Archmage 01-13-05, 11:58 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Agudo stood at that moment after hearing the kind words of Keldorn and the desperate plea from Respen. Walking around his grandly carved desk. Agudo smiled a bright fatherly kind of smile that warmed lost souls hearts. Coming over to them both the Wizard of Light put his arm around Respen. “If your destiny is to bring doom! Then all I can say is…. No greater gift can a friend give than to sacrifice ones life for another” With a hug Agudo added with a twinkle in his eye as he chuckled “I wear my age well don’t I ?”
Khaira 01-15-05, 08:01 PM	Looking from Keldorn to Agudo, Respen stood up. It seemed, then, that his eyes once again held their crystal-clear, soul-piercing quality, and he bowed first to Agudo, and then to Keldorn. "My lords, if such is your will that you shall have me within these golden halls, blessed by the Gods, so shall I stay." He turned to Keldorn, and it seemed that Respen bore a slight tint of disbelief in his eyes. "You say that this is the safest place and if it is so, so shall I stay. But we shall see...as long as I am here, I will be doing a patrol in a 5 miles radius around the school, once a day, in order to ensure that no threat shall come to the gates of your grand halls, my lord. And if, someday, a threat does catch its way up with me..." As Respen paused and turned to Agudo, there was no pride in his eyes, no sign that the elven,battle hardened, Representative of Tyr was braggomg. In fact, his eyes seemed to be devoid of both mercy and light. The Battle-Cleric of Tyr spoke with what seemed to be only cold, hard fact. "...whatever that threat may be, my lord, I will dispatch the power that the Just God has rightly given me and dispose of them..." Was it irony that the seemingly merciless Respen Braegen spoke these following words, the man who, seemingly, would show no mercy towards his enemies? Perhaps...or perhaps it was only loyalty. "...in the name of the Light."
Good Knight 01-15-05, 10:52 PM	Keldorn Firecam stood with the now more steady Cleric. Who spoke with brave resolve in his dedication to the Light. “Agudo and I shall not fail you as well my new friend. We will keep an eye out as well for the danger you speak of. Would you like to sit with us for that drink I offered? Or would you like an aid to take you to your new room?
Drindin 01-16-05, 10:36 PM	Krissy smiled and nodded. "Aye. Not just any quest... but a quest to return my uncle to life. His spirit has called out to me when I was in sickness. I will be needing supplies, yes. But..." Krissy looks around. "No horses... or any animals, for that matter... I... can't seem to get close to them. They panic when I am too near. It has to do with... my heritage."
Khaira 01-17-05, 01:22 PM	Respen nodded, and moved towards his seat once again. It seemed as though his face was pale from all the energy he spent during his spout of madness, and he thankfully sank down into the plushly cushioned chair. "Tell me, my Lords in the Light, have you any festivals coming up soon? It has been so very long since I have last attended a holy festival, regardless of what deity it stands in dedication to. I fear it has been long since I have participated in the Just God's worship..."
Agudo Archmage 01-20-05, 12:49 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley "Your uncle you say? I take it he is calling you from beyond? In any case if not a horse then perhaps food? ** In Agudo office** http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Agudo sat on the edge of his desk. So as to be a calming presence upon the jittery Cleric. “Ahh festivals?” He smiled warmly “Perhaps we shall send you with the Bard Class, when they go on one of there Fieldtrips down the sea coast. They often perform for the fishing villages and towns. I myself have accompanied them and found it a joyful time indeed”
Drindin 01-21-05, 04:16 AM	Krissy nods. "Yes... food, spell materials, rope, chalk, black candles... everything."
Khaira 01-22-05, 11:09 PM	Respen shook his head at Agudo's suggestion of going with the bardic class. No, that was not what he wanted; did the Archmage even hear him? He must be so enraptured in his own prestige that he not even listen to others around him. Oh, should he really be saying such things? This man was, after all, his superior... Shaking his head again, the Battle Cleric of Tyr took a sip of wine, and spoke again, a reminiscient memory with his sparkling, green eyes softening his formerly clear, loud voice, his eyes met Agudo's, but his mind traversed the expanses of time and space to a time and a place when he was not yet the hunted Cleric of Tyr but, rather, a worshipper of Tyr. "No, my lord, I could not travel with your bardic students..." A long pause then ensued as Respen appeared as if he would say more, but his open mouth, prepared to speak more on this matter, merely opened and shut once, twice, three times. His mind desired it, but clearly, his heart would not allow it. Instead, the Cleric recalled a time, long, long ago, when there had been naught but peace, harmony, and worship of the Just God at a festival, in the North. Snow still covered the ground, ruby-red blood had not yet been spilled, and the glorious, morale-boosting temple still stood erect, defiant, even against the savage monsters of the wilds. After a long moment, Respen's mouth shut completely, and the deathly silence seemed to fill the room. If Respen's eyes were not yet opened, one might think that, indeed, he had died. When at last he resumed his comment, it seemed his voice was still removed, somewhat philosophical. "Forgive me, my lord...no, a party is no such that I desire. It has been so long since I have attended a festival praising the blessings that the Gods and the Goddesses bestow, of who are so far removed from our mortal coils of life death and returning life, that I was hoping you would have such a festival here. It is not matter; that part of my life must be past, as the fish swims past an impatient bear, thus, carrying away the sorry animal's lunch...it is no matter."
Agudo Archmage 01-23-05, 06:53 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley “Alright then I will have the supplies delivered to your room. Now when does this exciting adventure take place? Have you made plans yet as to how long you will be gone and what may lay ahead?” ***Agudo Office*** http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Agudo raised an eyebrow as the Law Cleric continued his emotional struggle. Though this time it was internal, yet showing clearly the strain on his face. As if a confusing jumble of thoughts rampaged in his mind. Respen "Forgive me, my lord...no, a party is no such that I desire. It has been so long since I have attended a festival praising the blessings that the Gods and the Goddesses bestow, of who are so far removed from our mortal coils of life death and returning life, that I was hoping you would have such a festival here. It is not matter; that part of my life must be past, as the fish swims past an impatient bear, thus, carrying away the sorry animal's lunch...it is no matter." With that Agudo almost laughed Not at the young man’s desire to attend worship service. But at how uncanny he sounded! Just like Cernd the Druid city dweller back in the land of Amn. (Baldurs Gate PC Flash back) Agudo gave a quiztive glance at Keldorn who as well had that surprised look “Have you ever been to the homeland of Lord Firecam? For another speaks just like you.... with such philosophical statements Cernd is his name, a brave Druid who sought to bring harmony to realms. Yet before you answer Respen I have good news. Lady Hoot the High Cleric of Light always holds worship services at Sunrise and Sunset. It’s very beautiful and moving experience and it all takes place in the hallow halls of the Cathedral of Light.”
Drindin 01-24-05, 02:43 PM	Krissy thought. "Well, my uncle may have various undead servitors guarding his Tomb, due to his long years of service to the Goddess of necromancy, vanity, and order. Also, he's probably set various seals onto different sections of his tomb. It will be a long and perilous journey to the bottom, I had to personally over see the completion of it."
Captain Binkle 01-24-05, 05:49 PM	A gnome appears in Agudo's office, "How in the Nine Hells did i end up here?" He turns around to face the wizard of light. "Agudo, where am I? I was sitting in my quarters when all the sudden I was here. Did you summon me for something, O' Mighty Mage of Light?"
Agudo Archmage 01-25-05, 11:17 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The Headmaster was looking at a particularly rare manuscript When suddenly a surprising yet familiar voice was heard Agudo almost lost the parchment of Elvin History at the joyful realization of seeing the Great Captain Binkle “By the Light! Is that you brave Captain?” Agudo walked closer to the sea fairing Gnome With an ever growing smile “Its is you....it is you!” Agudo bent down to give a warm friendly hug to the stout man of daring sailing in dangerous seas of Forerun. “ I don’t know how you got here Yet let it be said I am most happy to see you. Where have you been all this time? For the last I heard you were tramping about the Lantan islands” The Wizard of Light just slowly shook his head as he broadly smiled
Captain Binkle 01-26-05, 12:45 PM	"You heard about that? Of course you did. I nearly forgot. I stand before the great mage of light, one who know all that happends," Captain Binkle bowed respectfully to the great mage. "To answer your question as to why i am here..........i do not know," the one-eyed gnome said confused. "I was standing on the deck of my ship preparing for the battle to come. When i saw chaotic magics about my ship, I appeared here. It is good to see you again, old friend. But i must find a way back to my ship," a hint of desperation in his voice.
Khaira 01-26-05, 01:38 PM	Agudo gave a quiztive glance at Keldorn who as well had that surprised look “Have you ever been to the homeland of Lord Firecam? For another speaks just like you.... with such philosophical statements Cernd is his name, a brave Druid who sought to bring harmony to realms." Respen smiled; true it was that he often spoke with philosophical statements, yet how could one express oneself if one did not use the very life that surrounded one's self? "True that it may be, my lord, that I may speak with tones of overly philosophicalness, but my feelings are thus: what are words save a combination of letters compressed together to form words that provide an intelligible response? How can one use letters to describe the very life that surrounds us? Can words truly, really express the matters of the heart? When you speak, can you expound on sadness, happiness, or the splitting of the heart that you feel, using only descriptive words? I believe not; at least, I can not. The very life that surrounds us, day in and day out, is a beginning to describe how I feel. I choose to include those lives and feelings and communities in my speech that I may better represent that which I feel and that which I think." Respen was about to proclaim his excitement about the Archmage's news when, suddenly, a gnome appeared out of nowhere! He then began to relate to the charismatic man the dreadful news of his dire emergency. "It is good to see you again, old friend. But i must find a way back to my ship," a hint of desperation in his voice. Respen bowed before Agudo, his eloquent speech again flowing out like a calm, ever-flowing river, without pause, stuttering, or restraint. "My lord? Perhaps I can be of some service to your nautical friend; while I may not be one who is excellently trained in the matters of the sea, combatting the forces of evil, which this brave, sea-faring gnome speaks of, has been my life and my duty. Perhaps, instead of attending a tribute to the Gods as accomplished by your assistant, the grand Lady Hoot, I could, instead, accompany this brave gnome to regain his ship from whatever forces would hold it. I should think, as the Just God, Lord Tyr, wishes, this would be the most giving tribute to He Who Sees All than even the most grandoise of rituals." The tall, armored Battle Cleric of Tyr turned to Captain Binkle, the sea-faring, trouble making gnome, and executed a flourishing bow to him. "What say you, my good captain of the seas? Surely having a cleric on your side would raise your chances of survival in this battle against the chaotic magicians. Even so, I am no regular cleric; I am Respen Braegen, Battle Cleric of Tyr, the Just God, in whose hands justice shall be served to even the most unruly of chaotic beings!"
Captain Binkle 01-26-05, 01:59 PM	The tall, armored Battle Cleric of Tyr turned to Captain Binkle, the sea-faring, trouble making gnome, and executed a flourishing bow to him. "What say you, my good captain of the seas? Surely having a cleric on your side would raise your chances of survival in this battle against the chaotic magicians. Even so, I am no regular cleric; I am Respen Braegen, Battle Cleric of Tyr, the Just God, in whose hands justice shall be served to even the most unruly of chaotic beings!" "I have heard of your religion, good priest," the little gnome bowed respectfully to the battle cleric. "I would enjoy the company of a great cleric of Tyr. Plus, you might be able to help my crew. Thank Valkur, and Tyr for your arrival." He looked around, "Now, for a way to get to my ship? And perhaps a strong arm or two," the captain pondered.
malik21 01-26-05, 05:50 PM	((OOC: ACK!!sorry i havent been on!! my computer was broken and now i am kinda lost!! >.< i will post tommorrow mabey..or as soon as i can fmanage to read what I have missed!!!))
Agudo Archmage 01-29-05, 02:09 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Walking up to Respen Agudo patted him on the back. “Now that’s the brave Cleric of adventure...who fears not his past. But seeks his future in doing good for others. Maybe by the Light Respen you shall find the answers you seek in this Deed of Righteousness by helping Captain Binkle” Then laughing lightly Agudo winked at the sea captain “As much as I crave Knowledge my good friend Binkle. To say that I know everything is flattering to my Ego. But in truth I sent Lord Firecam to you in hopes of hunting down a wicked Red Wizard That sought your ship’s aid in going to the island of Lantan. Perhaps he had something to do with you ships disappearance?” Keldorn smiled “Its true Agudo and I seek justice on one named Edwin Odeeserian of the evil Red Wizard clans. Yet the last I heard Edwin used you to get the island then never returned. Who knows.... Maybe like Agudo said that the evil wizard has sought revenge for leaving him there?
Drindin 02-19-05, 12:40 AM	Krissy had everything together, except for a body guard and a cleric...
Lord Tarran 02-24-05, 07:46 PM	After explaining to his classes that he will return shortly, and making proper arrangements with Madam Hoot, Kherule met with Krissy. Miss, I believe you are in need of a competent bodyguard. I need a change of scenery and a breath of fresh air. May I join you on your journey? ((I'm back. Can someone catch me up real quick?))
Drindin 02-24-05, 11:14 PM	"Yes. You may join me in my cause. I should warn you, things will get... interesting to say the least." She smirked as she said all this. Yes, things will get interesting indeed... now to find a cleric.
Agudo Archmage 06-02-05, 01:10 PM	The Thread Awards Because without these, what would the chars do? Agudo sits in his office slowly puffing on his corncob pipe Reading the list of awards that one could win at Ruthia's MOP show. Ahhhhh the Longest Running Award Thread.....Hmmmmm Now what one should be nominated for that.....Hmmmmm I only have 3899 posts lol....on this new board...not even adding the thousands of posts on the old Mop boards. Now What to nominate :P
Faeryl 06-03-05, 09:57 PM	For the second time in her life - and, more than likely, not the last time - the mysteriously hooded figure made her way through the gates of Agudo's school, that pristine, immaculate builiding that rose with the brilliant sun's rays to reach for the sky. Like the spires of this building, the instructors at this school, too, urged their students to reach for the sky, like the spires of the magnificent building. With such encouragement, most of those students did so. Pausing under the gates of the entrance, Faeryl Zolond admired the dawning of the new, brilliant day. Even though the Drow Elf had spent much of her life on this strange new land - the dreaded surface that her kin so loathed - the bright lights that rose with each new day still near blinded her. She had adapted to the conditions of this bright, new world, but she could not bypass the natural, biological, safety mechanisms that her predecessors had created when they had adapted to the Underdark. It was for this reason that she was only able to admire this brilliant, new day for a short while. Then, as she made her way through the gates, the still cloaked and hooded figure made her way to the familar desk, with the person seated behind it who had greeted many of the students before her and whom would greet many more students after her. A soft-spoken, gravelly voice reached out from behind the darkness to greet the School's Secretary with the following words. "To the embodiment of Light and Knowledge of this place, Send a message from a friendly face. Through forest and plains and desert has she kept her pace, To return with a knowledge of the workings of this world." Faeryl lowered her hood, then, revealing her dark elf features to all those around her, right down to her jet-black skin that was unique to her race of cruel beings. The Cleric of Elistraee stood steady as leers and jeers emanated from a group of new students, her rough, black hands caressing the holy symbol of Elistraee that hung at her neck. "Let's go get Keldorn and the Knights!" "Oh, come on; we can take her! Let's protect the school from the vile witch!" "Are you crazy?! She probably has a whole legion of warriors hiding in the shadows!" Faeryl noted - with some discomfort - that these students were mainly elves. For a long time, and even still today, the drow and the surface elves held bitter arguments with each other, and for good reason. The drow were skillful murderers and cut-throats, who reveled in journeying to the surface for the sole purpose of taking the lives of as many surface elves as possible. The drow were known for countless murderous and torture-filled acts. Faeryl expected this, at every turn and so, as she turned to regard the group of elves, she bowed and spoke to them, in that same soft-spoken voice. "Wrong for a wrong does not equal a right, Such is what they say. Shall you make every drow pay? Bettering your own life you are not, When you live for hate and retribution hot." Faeryl turned to the sound of running feet as she watched an old student run up the stairs, straight for Agudo's office. The drow elf clasped her hands , holding her holy symbol at her neck for comfort, while she waited patiently for someone to come and let her through the crowd.
Agudo Archmage 06-04-05, 01:35 PM	:P
Agudo Archmage 06-04-05, 01:36 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Now as you can see Lady hoot my new telescope allows me to see....” Just then several students ran into his office proclaiming the appearance of a lone Drow After a minute of hysterical voice Agudo and hoot assured them they would take of this surprise As they made there way down to the Lobby Agudo wonder if Elvina was talking with this Drow? ((OOC seeing if Ruthia will post as Elvina. If not Ill post Agudo and Hoot will make there entrance))
Elvina 06-06-05, 10:43 AM	Luckily for Faerly, Elvina was not one of those surfaces elves who jumped to conclusions. In fact some of the crueliest acts she had seen lately had been by others of her race and not of the drows. Sighing slightly at the other students reactions, Elvina stood and shook Faerly's hand. "Hello again Faerly. Come let's get away from all these supposed do gooders." With a grin she leads Faerly through the crowd and up the stair case. Just as they where half way up, Agudo was half way down. In fact, Elvina didn't see him coming and ran smack into him!!!!!!!!!!
Agudo Archmage 06-06-05, 12:31 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley As the light shined through the many stained glass windows that aligned the circler staircase The Headmaster High Cleric were busy talking to each other, as they made there way down to greet this under dark visitor. “Do you suppose this visitor has something to do with one of are past advent..chaaaa” BAM Agudo practically fell backwards on to the ground knocking Lady Hoot off her traditional perch That being Agudo shoulder. Flapping her wings she laded on a small statue of a lighthouse that magically glowed to provide light at night in the tower. Blinking for a second Hoot then smiled at Elvina and Agudo “You two really are allot alike” After a restrained laugh the white owl then greeted this dark drow “Now that the ice has been broken may I welcome you to the school of Light and Magic May we share the Light of Knowledge with each other in peace and tranquility.” Agudo on the other hand was slightly embarrassed as he tried to aid Elvina “Ahhh Elvina so good to bump into you....”
Khaira 06-06-05, 11:12 PM	Wrong character...
Faeryl 06-06-05, 11:32 PM	As the surface elf and Faeryl were walking up the stars, the drow elf looked forward to the upcoming religious ritual for Eilistraee that she would be performing soon. Looking to the surface elf, an idea suddenly spawned in her calm mind. Her soft-spoken, cryptic voice reached out to Elvina's ears as they reached the bottom of the stairs and began climbing. "A ritual soon must I perform a ritual that shall honor my goddess Eilistraee, She of the Dance and of the Moon and of the Sword, As the moon begins to aspire towards its final form. Combine the talents of the dance of our own races Such should we do under the moon rising in the..." It was then that Elvina crashed into somebody ahead of her and flew back into the Cleric of Eilistraee! Looking up, her silvered hair flowing behind her and her lavender irises scouring the figures, she realized that it was none other than the pair she had been searching for! Rising, the drow elf bowed to Agudo and to Hoot; as Hoot greeted her, the drow elf cocked her head curiously and smiled before speaking. "Hoot, Lady of Clerical Studies at school of light so fine, Forget you so easily how my symbol in the light does shine? A time ago we met and spoke when I was accepted into your company, And now have I returned with knowledge for which to open my eyes." Her gaze travelled to Agudo then, and she nodded. "Agudo Archmage, Wizard of Light and Magic, After traversing far wide have I returned, After dealing with matters tragic." Faeryl paused for a moment, before stating the common catch phrase that Agudo had coined from saying it so many times before. "Greetings in the light."
Agudo Archmage 06-07-05, 07:02 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley With a slight but respectful bow Lady Hoot chuckled Many may be forgotten! Some intentionally others not so! Yet your melody of communiqué will never see such a day as long as you are a Cleric of Eilistraee! http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Its was then Agudo glanced over at the drow as he held Elvina hand to steady her “Faeryl! May the Light greet you as well. Lady Hoot said you had to leave for some time But not of why? By the blessed Light I am most pleased to see you safe and sound. Please come to my office and tell us about your matters so tragic that kept you away from the school.
Faeryl 06-09-05, 03:41 PM	Lady Hoot As Lady Hoot mimics her cursed style of communication, the Drow Cleric laughs and bows to the enchanted owl. "Glad that you remembered one such as me, Others I know would forget one such as I in a hurry. For who wants to get to know a drow? Or remember one whom they are sure follows the path of hate sown." It seems that there is a certain sorrow in the Drow elf's voice, a sorrow derived from recent experiences. But that could only mean one thing: lots of tales! Agudo Archmage Faeryl bowed to the Headmaster and Archmage as he greeted her in return; she was glad that she had not been forgotten in this place. It was likely the only place that would ever accept her so readily on this surface realm. "Right you are, leave I did have to, For to live upon this surface realm, there was one thing I had to do: To learn of my predecessors, how they were treated, And how my surface brethren to one such as me would abide." And, once again, it seemed to Agudo - and Hoot as well - that there was a certain sorrow with the kindly Drow's voice. Some burden lay heavy upon her heart, a heart that, unlike so many drow, was filled with more goodness than evil intentions. As she walked with Agudo and Hoot to their office, she said only one more thing, before walking the rest of the distance in silence. "Much of the surface realm have I learned in my travels, And much to 'ware of should others' good hearts unravel. I received much attention, out and about, in this wide world, Rarely a kind word did one such as I receive, Many were the rocks, stones, and words at my person hurled."
Agudo Archmage 06-15-05, 12:40 AM	((Second time posting this :rolleyes: )) http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley As they entered into Agudo office it was handsomely decorated with many fine furnishings Looking about Faeryl could see sprinkled about valuable trinkets of adventures long gone by “Please my dear have a seat by the fireplace” With a wave of his hand a silver tray sparkled into existence It held two long ornate goblets that held the rare Elvin Sweet Water Next to them she could see several spiced chesses and warm bread Lady Hoot flew over to a telescope behind Agudo desk that looked out an open part of a stained glass window Within the colorful glass was a lighthouse that seemed to magically glow Drinking from one of the goblets Agudo took a moment then smiled warmly “Now please what can I do to lesion your burden after such a sad trip you have partaken on”
Faeryl 06-15-05, 04:47 PM	Drinking from one of the goblets Agudo took a moment then smiled warmly “Now please what can I do to lesion your burden after such a sad trip you have partaken on” Faeryl took a sip from one of the goblets to wet her throat and, after some time, the drow cleric simply shook her head solemnly. "Some things in life you can control, Some things in life are beyond your control. Run their path a person's life will, And some events will take an unfortunate run of the mill." Faeryl paused, looking to Agudo and Hoot. While her words seem to express a common fact of what she had just said, her eyes still held a sorrowful tint to them. "Control always mortals such as cannot have, And many striving to always remain so.... With them they have taken this feeling to the grave. And my race is not something that you can correct." The Cleric of Elistraee closed her eyes for a moment; in her mind, she saw the reel of her memory replaying, for the thousandth time, the events that had crossed her path while she had been surveying the surface realm: being pierced by arrows from surface elves, chased out of many towns by farmers with pitchforks and torches, feared by many of the commoners, her every action and every word sabotauged to give others a reason to execute her... When she finally opened her eyes again, there was true, heart-wrenching sadness in this orbs of lavender. "Nearly killed in every town, at every turn, Chased by townspeople who desired my body to burn, My words, my thoughts, my actions twisted, To give people a reason to draw blades and spears, Against my skin so ebony black." Faeryl held Agudo's eyes for a long moment before making a final statement, one that seemed to echo the cursed drow's feelings from the heart. "As one of my kindred, tainted I shall always be, And the massive populations of Faerun always will hunt me. Understand now, I do, why my brethren hated the surface so vehemently For acceptance of the dark skinned is a thing so rarely obtained, Here on the surface realms of light." Silence seemed to descend around the room like a death cloud after Faeryl's last words sank into nothing. For a long time, there was only silence, only Faeryl, with her troubled eyes, sitting in silence.
Agudo Archmage 06-16-05, 03:46 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley With a slight flutter of her wings Lady Hoot looked out the window on to the courtyard below. Many races were gathered for the morning druid ceremony A well attended class that taught respect for the natural creation of plants and animals As she stared at the goings on of the school the wise owl pondered the words of the somber dark drow Then with a cheerful reply she turned to Faeryl “And yet here you are amongst the people of the Light Safe and sound with warm food and drink Deep in the heart of friends with no foes to be seen” Agudo smiled and lifted his goblet in agreement “Here... here!
Lolita 06-16-05, 08:44 PM	Arianna, a young human girl, had wandered through the courtyards in near the school, humming to herself. It was apparent she had been travelling, for her shoulders sagged with the weight of her silver armor and her hair was wispy and coming out of band that she had tied it back with. Her eyes were tired, but still clear pool blue, and they searched across the lawns. She stopped to look about some more, pleasant despite her weariness. "So this is the School of Light that I've heard so much about..." she murmurs to herself, full of wonder. A longsword was sheathed and straped at her hip and she wore light weight metal armor with an amber amulet about her neck. Her skin was white, at least the parts that showed, and her hair was long, tied back, and chestnut brown. She wasn't tall for her age, but she wasn't small either. Arianna was quite the average paladin.
Agudo Archmage 06-17-05, 01:36 PM	OOC another great moment for Elvina to welcome a guest ....lol...lets see if Ruthia has te time to post as her ;)
Branth 06-17-05, 09:52 PM	((So instead may I present her friend......)) Walking in the peaceful quiet of a afternoon at Agudo's School of light and Magic, a brown haired teenager appears to be lost in himself. A curved blade swings at his side as he moves across the courtyard with the grace of one who knows how to use it. At first he seems not to notice the paladin standing in the courtyard admiring the school, though soon it is apparent he is moving towards her at an easy pace. Stopping a few feet from her he suddenly looks at her, his dark brown eyes showing no emotions as he says "May I help you? What business do you have at Agudo's school of Light?"
Lolita 06-19-05, 12:13 PM	Arianna is startled from the sudden appearance, she had been so enthralled in her thoughts about this place. "I.. uh... I was just... well I came here because of the fanciful stories I've heard," she stammers, quite shy. Then as an after thought, "Are visitors or newcomers not welcome right now?" She shifts her stance slightly, brushing back wisps of dark brown hair, hoping that she wouldn't be turned away.
Branth 06-19-05, 06:30 PM	The teenager keeps looking at her without saying anything for a bit. Then he nods and says. "No, Agudo and Lady Hoot are always accepting new people to the school. This way please." He leads her to the lobby where a desks sits with book and quill sit. Gestering towards the book it suddenly opens and flips itself to a new page, the quill floats up to Arianna's hand as the books says in a sweet musical voice. "Name and Title, Race, and Class. Who are you here to see or are you here to take classes? Are you just visting?" As the boy waits for her to fill the book out he says. "If you want I'll show you around. Names Branth."
Lolita 06-21-05, 04:08 PM	Arianna takes the quill as she listens to the cheerful voice. Then she leans in to write: 'Arianna, human paladin, here to visit.' She straightens back up after signing and sets the quill down on the page, turning to face Branth with a shy smile. "Show me around? Could you? But first, is there a place where I could set some of my heavy armor down?" she asks in a semi timid voice, tucking strands of her hair behind an ear.
Khaira 06-21-05, 04:17 PM	"And yet here you are amongst the people of the Light Safe and sound with warm food and drink Deep in the heart of friends with no foes to be seen” Faeryl sat for a time and pondered the words of the wise Lady Hoot. Deep in heart of friends? Yes, such words were true. But with no foes to be seen? The brows the drow furrowed as she pondered those words that rang so false in her elven ears. No foes to be seen... "I have seen many a foe in my days, my wise friend, And defeated those hateful ones with barely a need for my body a mend. And yet..." Foes in blood and skin, those were the easiest ones to defeat. But there were fiercer foes, foes that could not be defeated by spear nor sword, word nor spell. The dragons of the inner mind and of the heart. Faeryl Zolond was a mighty cleric, an exile of Menzoberran, a survivor. Indeed, she had vanquished many foes by the grace of her goddess, and with her own skill with the sword. Yet, there was still one foe that she could not defeat... "And yet, there are still foes, even among us now, Whom plague my heart with the reminder of a vow. The dragons of the inner mind yet plague my heart, With as much lethal damage as that of a drow's poisoned dart." She still could not get the images of her recent journeys out of her mind - men with pitchforks, men with fire; wise, old men who proved not be as wise as they preached, threatening to call down the power of their gods; trained humans and elves of arcane power, coming so very close to ending her accursed life. Faeryl, the Drow Cleric of Elistraee, still held much pain in her eyes, and in her heart. When she next spoke, that much was true in her not-so-steady voice. "Here and now with friends I am, who will not attempt to take my life, And without shame. All the same, how may I be at ease here, Knowing that when I step outside of the gates into pastures azure, I will meet those who will take my life without shame, Those who care only for ending a creature so maimed?"
Agudo Archmage 06-23-05, 01:59 AM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Agudo put down his goblet and cleared his throat softly He leaned forward and eyed Faeryl Speaking in his warm fatherly voice that he is so well known for. “My dear lost way fairer Your times have been bleak and tiresome Yet know this! It is always darkest just before the dawn. Never the less when you see the sunrises it’s a new day of hope and joy You shall see life anew Lets this ….. The Headmaster nonchalantly spreads his arms Let this be your new home! A beacon of Light in a dark world It was then that the stained glass window with the Lighthouse flashed brilliantly
Taeldrin Laesrash 06-23-05, 03:50 PM	A lone figure hops up from beneath the thick, gnarled branches of a tall elm. Looking as though he is in flight, he lands gracefully on his feet at the base of another tree ten feet away. Looking up, he notices the marks where he had grabbed on to the bark to make the landing so clean. Shaking his head to do away with the thought, he runs toward the large building. So this is the building they call the School of Magic, he thought. Stepping out of the shade of the glade and into the light, the figure is revealed. The build is slender enough to be elven, but has a human firmness. He ruffled a patch of smooth black hair. He was wearing a coat that was changing its color every second, and reached down to the ground. His turquoise eyes darted around, looking for an opening in the building, but any were too high to be reached from down here. He walked up to what seemed like a front door. He pulled out a keen stiletto, which seemed to be made of bright, flowing water, and rapped its blade on the door, hoping for an answer. (OOC: There is a front door, right?)
Lucky Leprechaun 06-27-05, 02:49 PM	Lucky was enjoying a afternoon rest on a nearby mushroom When he heard a small thump in the grass He happily stretched and yawned as he looked upon this dark haired fellow Standing up and swirling about he yelled up to the tall one “Heeellllooo I be Lucky! The Luckiest Leprechaun ye ever knows. How goes the weather up there me tall friend?” LUCKY http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongluckytemp.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
Taeldrin Laesrash 06-27-05, 02:59 PM	The figure turned around in surprise, looking down at the tiny creature. He looked up at the sky. It was blue, with dark grey clouds beginning to creep in from a distant series of hills. Returning to the leprechaun, he kneeled down to give what he had seen. Ah, it looks sunny enough, but it'll probably be stormy in three day's time, or something like that. But could you get me into this castle, by any chance? I could myself, though my methods would not be appreciated.
Beljames 06-27-05, 11:34 PM	Suddenly in a flash of light brighter than a sun, a lone figure appears. at first glance he does not appear to be much, outside of the overly large sword on his back with a pulsing white prommal stone. But a further look into the stranger shows he is not ordinary. his armor for one thing, ivory with inter-laid gold symbols, the likes of which has never been seen. the cloak on his back seems to shimmer in the sun, as if absorbing its rays. his chest lenght hair is night-black with two pure white bands running down the sides. a look into his eyes shows the ageless wisdom this stranger beholds. at the moment however he looks slightly perplexed at his surroundings. BelJames: Dang it! Once again I doze off and I find myslef transported somewhere I am not supposed to be! If only Ruthia had allowed me to ride her to the forest, maybe I wouldn't be in this mess. Ah well, guess I must try again. With that the stranger pulls out a odd curved staff and chants in a alien language. In another blinding flash of light he is gone, and the only evidance of his existance is a black ring on the grass, and an echo of his voice on the wind.... BelJames: Drat! not again......
Branth 06-27-05, 11:52 PM	Arianna takes the quill as she listens to the cheerful voice. Then she leans in to write: 'Arianna, human paladin, here to visit.' She straightens back up after signing and sets the quill down on the page, turning to face Branth with a shy smile. "Show me around? Could you? But first, is there a place where I could set some of my heavy armor down?" she asks in a semi timid voice, tucking strands of her hair behind an ear. "Sure" He says with a small grin. Walking with her up the stairs they soon come to a hallway of rooms. After passing a few they stop at a room that has Arianna's name on it. "Here you are. The Headmaster always makes sure everyone has there own place, even if visiting." Inside Arianna see's a huge bed with curtains of lace, a huge closet in which to stow her things, a desk completely stocked with anything she may need while staying here, and a door which leads to a room with a tub in it. The tub appears to have running water!
Malendor... 06-28-05, 12:23 AM	Suddenly in a flash of light brighter than a sun, a lone figure appears. at first glance he does not appear to be much, outside of the overly large sword on his back with a pulsing white prommal stone. But a further look into the stranger shows he is not ordinary. his armor for one thing, ivory with inter-laid gold symbols, the likes of which has never been seen. the cloak on his back seems to shimmer in the sun, as if absorbing its rays. his chest lenght hair is night-black with two pure white bands running down the sides. a look into his eyes shows the ageless wisdom this stranger beholds. at the moment however he looks slightly perplexed at his surroundings. BelJames: Dang it! Once again I doze off and I find myslef transported somewhere I am not supposed to be! If only Ruthia had allowed me to ride her to the forest, maybe I wouldn't be in this mess. Ah well, guess I must try again. With that the stranger pulls out a odd curved staff and chants in a alien language. In another blinding flash of light he is gone, and the only evidance of his existance is a black ring on the grass, and an echo of his voice on the wind.... BelJames: Drat! not again...... When the odd socerer had appeared outside the school near the woods one person had seen him, and watched till he dissappeared again. Blinking and rubbing his eyes in astonishment, Malendor walks out of the woods towards the spot the man had been moments ago. Not seeing anything he hikes his pack back on his shoulder and contuniues towards the school.
Beljames 06-28-05, 12:40 AM	When the odd socerer had appeared outside the school near the woods one person had seen him, and watched till he dissappeared again. Blinking and rubbing his eyes in astonishment, Malendor walks out of the woods towards the spot the man had been moments ago. Not seeing anything he hikes his pack back on his shoulder and contuniues towards the school. suddenly with another blinding flash BelJames reappears 20 feet in the air! With a curse he falls right onto malendor with a steeley crash! BelJames: ow that hurt.......good thing I landed on something soft. BelJames gets up and sees that he had landed not on soft ground, but a person. Oh dear! I am terrerable sorry about that old chap. teleport spell misfired. serves me right for trusting the priests of the Mad-Eye, but you know...... He offers his hand to Malendor to help him up.
Malendor... 06-28-05, 12:45 AM	Malendor takes the offered hand, but gives a light growl. "Next time maybe you had better make sure you have clear landing space before using those kind of spells you think?" He brushes off his school uniform with a mumble of "Crazy old man. Can't even get to school without something odd happening..."
Beljames 06-28-05, 12:51 AM	BelJames: Again I apolgise, i was not even trying to land on THIS planet. By the way, which planet am I on? maybe sience i dont know where I m i cant get off this world. I dont want to open the gate unless I am forced to. He looks around the landscape at all the cheerfullness, and shudders with the total lack of evil intent in this place, outside of the minor schoolkids tricks of course.
Malendor... 06-28-05, 01:12 AM	Malendor shakes his head and answers. "Well oldster, your on Fearun. This happens to be Agudo's school Of Light and Magic. Pretty much your standard goody goody school where not much evil stuff happens." Malendor gives a funny grimace. "Can I help you with something"
Bewildered 06-28-05, 01:00 PM	The Past: "His mother died at birth you know, said it was his fault." , Said a harsh voice within the deep dungeon. A deeper more accented voice comes from farther back "Aye and it has been said he also was the cause of his father insanity and eventual demise." "Yes thats why we keep him down here now. I don't even know why we kept him. Open that door would ya?" A small slit opens in the wall and a glob of food smashes to the ground. Thru the dim light can be seen a pale boy of about 14 years. Sunken and fraile he sits helplessly in the corner. "Heh I love doing this.", says a younger man as he dangles the keys thru the doors opening. "Watch hes so feeble he won't even try to get it." Inside the stone prison the young boy struggles to stand. Finally gettin on his wavy legs he looks up at the guard, his eyes are solid white he obviously is blind. "Haha come on boy you can do it." The young man stumbles forward while he speaks softly, "My time has come, the spirits tell me so." A strong white light eminates from within the boy and in a flash covers the whole room and beams run out thru the crack in the wall.The light incenerates the arrogant guards arm and the keys fall to the floor. "WHAT THE HELL WAS THAT!?" yells the guards as they see the younger one drop to the floor screaming in agony. An even greater light takes over the entire dungeon and in the distance can be heard a latch opening. The Present: Staggering towards the open doors of Agudo's humble sanctum, Aeren takes his steps slowly and deliberately, inching further and further towards safety. Almost inside his knees buckle and his slight body crashes to the ground. A book rolls from his battered hands, laying open to a blank page the wind blows its pages like sails. His words come with pain but he whispers softly, "Thank you father..."
Beljames 06-28-05, 02:25 PM	He gives Malendor a funny look. BelJames: I feel i should know you from somewhere, but for some reason I cannot put my finger on it. Must be the teleport spell rattled my brains a bit. Maybe this school has a portal to the Astel Plane. Tell me Young Malendor, which direction does this school of "Light and Magic" lay? I must be on my business and could use the assistance of learned men- or women or beasts!- to get me on my true path once more.
Lolita 06-28-05, 03:56 PM	"Sure" He says with a small grin. Walking with her up the stairs they soon come to a hallway of rooms. After passing a few they stop at a room that has Arianna's name on it. "Here you are. The Headmaster always makes sure everyone has there own place, even if visiting." Inside Arianna see's a huge bed with curtains of lace, a huge closet in which to stow her things, a desk completely stocked with anything she may need while staying here, and a door which leads to a room with a tub in it. The tub appears to have running water! Arianna is taken by surprise at seeing her name on the wall and everything in the lovely room. She smiles without knowing it and turns to Branth. "I'll only take a moment," she informs him, and then steps inside to unlatch a few plates of armor and her arm guards, setting them in a neat pile beside the bed. She pulls the tie out from her hair and shakes out her long brown tresses with a sigh, then returns to the hallway.
Taeldrin Laesrash 06-28-05, 04:07 PM	Come to think, maybe you could tell me a bit about this place. I have several questions right now, and many more will probably enter my head if I go inside. So, do you know anything about this castle, Mr. Lucky?
Malendor... 06-28-05, 09:43 PM	When the old man says he feels like he knows Malendor from somewhere, Mal just shrugs. "You might, I travel quiet a bit." He pauses to answer the next queation. "Well Depending on how fast you need to get where your going I'm sure Agudo know a spell. And if he doesn't I'm sure the gnomes will have some nifty invention they can use. Though if push comes to shove I could probaly get you where you need to go. The schools up this hill." On their way up they pass Lucky chatting with a newcomer and another young man kneeling at the gates, looking as if he is in pain. Pausing next to him Malendor looks at him and sees he may be in need of help, but because Malendor has already said he'd help Beljames he can't help the man. So instead he contacts the headmaster quickly. He's eyes unfocuse as he telepathically sends his message. o O (tp Agudo> There is a new comer in pain at the gates Headmaster. I would escort him in myself, but I am currently helping another. Prehaps you should send down a nurse?) His eyes snap back into focus and he says to the old man in funny armor. "This way sir."
Lord Tarran 06-28-05, 11:59 PM	From the school it appears as if a blue and silver blur is coming towards the castle. As it approaches it becomes clearer that this blur is a creature of some sort, a reptilian for sure. As it nears the front gate it becomes apparent that this creature is four legged, or at least at the moment moving as such, with blue scales, a black horn, and silver armor. As it stops, nothing is visible in the dust cloud created from the sudden stop of the fast moving beast. As the dust clears, the blur is truly visible. Standing just below nine feet, a half blue dragon in silver armor stands. His scales shining like sapphire, his horn like obsidian, this majestic creature cracks his knuckles and shoulders as he stands up completely, revealing yellow underscales. Sparks jump in the gap of his horn and subhorn, as it ripples down his large powerful body. He smiles, revealing sharp teeth, as he takes a large step forward. His armor is covered in the insignia of the god Bahamut, the sacred symbol of the Warders, a circle, surrounding each symbol of the Platinum Dragon. A sapphire sits in the center symbol at the center of his chest. This silver of the armor is somehow reflected throughout his body, especially in his claws and fangs, as if the obvious magic of the armor ripples out into them. He walks through the gate, stopping the first student he sees with a kind smile and his body size. Can you point me in Madam Hoot's direction, little one, please?
Malendor... 06-30-05, 08:54 PM	He walks through the gate, stopping the first student he sees with a kind smile and his body size. The small pixie he had stopped shivers a moment before saying to the big guy. "In the cathedral of Light. Over there." He points to the gigantic door ways to the left....
Agudo Archmage 07-01-05, 01:40 PM	Taeldrin Laesrash Ah, it looks sunny enough, but it'll probably be stormy in three day's time, or something like that. But could you get me into this castle, by any chance? I could myself, though my methods would not be appreciated. Come to think, maybe you could tell me a bit about this place. I have several questions right now, and many more will probably enter my head if I go inside. So, do you know anything about this castle, Mr. Lucky? LUCKY http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongluckytemp.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Well ya see it’s not so easy to be going in there ya know Ye need a hero like me to show thy tall self it be done. It was then that another stagers forth with a dramatic fall Bewildered The Present: Staggering towards the open doors of Agudo's humble sanctum, Aeren takes his steps slowly and deliberately, inching further and further towards safety. Almost inside his knees buckle and his slight body crashes to the ground. A book rolls from his battered hands, laying open to a blank page the wind blows its pages like sails. His words come with pain but he whispers softly, "Thank you father..." Lucky jumps on top of the dark strangers shoulder slightly frighten He blinks a moment and the one who just fell then at the dark stranger “HA! Never said I be brave! So whats name thy mother gave ya? Or do thy ears like me calling ya Tall one?” ((Up in the Wizard Tower)) As Agudo sat in his office he was finishing the last of the Elvin Sweet Water with his guest the priestess Faeryl A mental voice came to him from Malendor On their way up they pass Lucky chatting with a newcomer and another young man kneeling at the gates, looking as if he is in pain. Pausing next to him Malendor looks at him and sees he may be in need of help, but because Malendor has already said he'd help Beljames he can't help the man. So instead he contacts the headmaster quickly. He's eyes unfocuse as he telepathically sends his message. o O (tp Agudo> There is a new comer in pain at the gates Headmaster. I would escort him in myself, but I am currently helping another. Prehaps you should send down a nurse?) http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Standing up and brushing off his colrful blue/white robe. The Headmaster gave a small bow and smiled. 'You must forgive me Faeryl It would seem the matters of the school call me once more. Never the less Lady Hoot will be here to guide you to your room when you are ready to rest." With that Agudo walked out of his office through the large ornate doors and down the long but well lit tower starecase. When he came upon the others he smiled yet was concerned for the man laying on the ground. Kneeling down he spoke softly to the sick man. "Can you here me?"
Bewildered 07-01-05, 02:12 PM	Without opening his eyes Aeren spoke quietly. Are you the one named Agudo? He lifts his head slightly and points it in Agudos direction. He said you could help me. My father told me. With that his head drops and the book he held close, falls at Agudos feet.
Taeldrin Laesrash 07-01-05, 03:25 PM	The 'Tall One' runs over to the fallen man. Looking at Lucky, then the wizard called Agudo, he grits his teeth, and faces Agudo. Does he need help? I could probably fix him up.
Khaira 07-01-05, 10:30 PM	The Headmaster nonchalantly spreads his arms Let this be your new home! A beacon of Light in a dark world Faeryl nodded and bowed her head, speechless for a moment as she graciously accepted Agudo's gift to her, a gift that not many of her race had received. "Lord Archmage, honored I will be, That you make this place a home for me. Your kindness, as the critics say, Truly knows no bounds." The drow priestess merely nodded, her lavender eyes full of understanding as Agudo's fame and prestige once again forced his presence to depart from the reuniting that had taken place here. As the Archmage departed from the small room, Faeryl and Hoot, two beings of the same holy profession, were once again left alone. She was quiet for some time before she voiced a question to the wise cleric, a question that had been eating away at her mind for some time. "Lady Hoot, I cannot help but ponder, This which I have for so long wondered: Will the radical Knight-want to be students, Ever truly come to recognize my goodly presence, And see through my ebon-colored skin? Or shall I ever be forced to fight against the hate, The emotion that my kindred have so embraced?"
Lord Tarran 07-04-05, 02:37 PM	"In the cathedral of Light. Over there." "Thank you, child. May the Light shine upon you." The have dragon bows, before moving away, walking towards the cathedral doors. As he walked, the Bahamutian Cleric took in the area with his giant yellow eyes, while letting his mind wander. He hoped that Lady Hoot would remember him from long days past, but understood that the old owl had a lot on her plate. He reached the door, banging on it once with his large fist as he entered. "Anybody home?" He shouts.
Agudo Archmage 07-05-05, 01:06 PM	Aeren Without opening his eyes Aeren spoke quietly. Are you the one named Agudo? He lifts his head slightly and points it in Agudo's direction. He said you could help me. My father told me. With that his head drops and the book he held close, falls at Agudo’s feet. http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The Headmaster nods his head and leans closer as the stranger falls once more to the ground. It was then that Lucky new mounted ride now called the Tall One spoke up Taeldrin Laesrash The 'Tall One' runs over to the fallen man. Looking at Lucky, then the wizard called Agudo, he grits his teeth, and faces Agudo. Does he need help? I could probably fix him up. Slightly looking up with a tilt of his blond head. Agudo greeted Lucky and his friend. "Greetings in the Light! I see we have many guests this day. I am sure Lucky has been most helpful to you. O and yes If you would like to offer aid to this fallen traveler, it would be most welcome Standing up slightly tossing his cape back behind the Mage waved his hand causing the travelers book to magically rise before him. "Now what could this be about?" The crowd was growing as they looked on with concern. Yet another voice rang out above the rest Lord Tarran "Thank you, child. May the Light shine upon you." The have dragon bows, before moving away, walking towards the cathedral doors. As he walked, the Bahamutian Cleric took in the area with his giant yellow eyes, while letting his mind wander. He hoped that Lady Hoot would remember him from long days past, but understood that the old owl had a lot on her plate. He reached the door, banging on it once with his large fist as he entered. "Anybody home?" He shouts. Taking his attention from the prized manuscript of the sick traveler Agudo warmly smiled at the Half-Dragon and even thought What a busy day on the dangeruse roads of the Sword Coast "Over here wayward explorer! May the Light shine upon you this day and welcome you always in this school of truth and knowledge.” ((ELSE WHERE IN THE SCHOOL)) http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The Cleric of Light gently flapped her soft snow white wings and flew closer to the young Drow. Faeryl Faeryl nodded and bowed her head, speechless for a moment as she graciously accepted Agudo's gift to her, a gift that not many of her race had received. "Lord Archmage, honored I will be, That you make this place a home for me. Your kindness, as the critics say, Truly knows no bounds." The drow priestess merely nodded, her lavender eyes full of understanding as Agudo's fame and prestige once again forced his presence to depart from the reuniting that had taken place here. As the Archmage departed from the small room, Faeryl and Hoot, two beings of the same holy profession, were once again left alone. She was quiet for some time before she voiced a question to the wise cleric, a question that had been eating away at her mind for some time. "Lady Hoot, I cannot help but ponder, This which I have for so long wondered: Will the radical Knight-want to be students, Ever truly come to recognize my goodly presence, And see through my ebon-colored skin? Or shall I ever be forced to fight against the hate, The emotion that my kindred have so embraced?" “Trust me my dear weary friend It is not your divine dark skin that beckons the hate to your sharp curved ears. For even Agudo is not pearly white nor ebony as night! His soft olive complexion is a balance of the two Like many here of rainbow colors the races mingle about in harmony and truth. Then with sad frown the wise owl added. “Those of your Under-Dark kind have brought great pain and shame upon themselves. So yes sad Faeryl your burden shall be great For the sins of the many shall way down upon thee. Never the less like the inspiring Lighthouse shining the stained glass window ubove You shall be a redeeming beacon of Light”
Taeldrin Laesrash 07-05-05, 01:53 PM	Okay. I hope this works. Pulling out a rod with a small gem on the tip, he waves it over the fallen traveler. Small waves of light wash over him like ocean waves, repairing wounds.
Bewildered 07-05-05, 05:52 PM	The boys bruises are begining to subside but it is apparent that he has more than physical damage as his bewildered eyes search the crowd. Let me sleep father, just a little longer. Agudo's pears down onto a book scribed with wonderous runes and intricate languages. Its inconcievable that a child his age could have written or read this. One line in a tongue that stands out to a wizard of Agudos stature, Draconic. "For he shall swallow thine sins and forever hold them."
Lord Tarran 07-09-05, 02:01 AM	The half blue smiled at the hail coming from Agudo, recognizing the mage instantly. However, with grand concern, the half-dragon cleric instantly noticed the wounded boy. Walking over in great strides, the Bahamutian Cleric charged a great deal of healing magic in his large hands. Placing on hand above the boy's head, and another at the boy's feet, he channels a massive amount of positive energy into the boy (Heal Spell). Having let so much energy go at once, the Half-Dragon promptly falls down on his behind him, with a thunderous clunk. HIs breathing is heavy as he stands slowly, recovering quickly, but still recovering from the expediture. He glances now at the book, easily reading the Draconic himself. "'For he shall swallow thine sins and forever hold them.'" He says aloud. "Hmmm..... interesting to be written in my Father's tongue. Any ideas to its purpose?" He pauses, then widens his eyes in rememberance. "I'm totally forgetting myself, Lord Agudo, I apologize. Lord Drazar the Blue, Sacred Warder of Bahamut, at your service."
Agudo Archmage 07-11-05, 12:41 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Taking note as to the healing arts placed upon the boy Agudo watches intently for any positive sign Taeldrin Laesrash Okay. I hope this works. Pulling out a rod with a small gem on the tip, he waves it over the fallen traveler. Small waves of light wash over him like ocean waves, repairing wounds. Lord Tran The half blue smiled at the hail coming from Agudo, recognizing the mage instantly. However, with grand concern, the half-dragon cleric instantly noticed the wounded boy. Walking over in great strides, the Bahamutian Cleric charged a great deal of healing magic in his large hands. Placing on hand above the boy's head, and another at the boy's feet, he channels a massive amount of positive energy into the boy (Heal Spell). Having let so much energy go at once, the Half-Dragon promptly falls down on his behind him, with a thunderous clunk. His breathing is heavy as he stands slowly, recovering quickly, but still recovering from the expenditure. He glances now at the book, easily reading the Draconic himself. Bewildered The boys bruises are beginning to subside but it is apparent that he has more than physical damage as his bewildered eyes search the crowd. Let me sleep father, just a little longer. Agudo's pears down onto a book scribed with wondrous runes and intricate languages. It’s inconceivable that a child his age could have written or read this. One line in a tongue that stands out to a wizard of Agudo's stature, Draconic. "For he shall swallow thine sins and forever hold them." Seeing that the young lad is recovering somewhat from the medical attention he has just received The Headmaster smiles at the Half-Blue dragon and Lucky’s new friend who he calls the Tall-One It was then that Lord Drazar the Half-Blue dragon spoke Lord Tarran 'For he shall swallow thine sins and forever hold them.'" He says aloud. "Hmmm..... interesting to be written in my Father's tongue. Any ideas to its purpose?" He pauses, and then widens his eyes in remembrance. "I'm totally forgetting myself, Lord Agudo, I apologize. Lord Drazar the Blue, Sacred Warder of Bahamut, at your service." Glancing at the prized parchment given by the young traveler Agudo nodded slowly as if considering the contents in his hand. Then brought his attention back to the people around him “By the Light kindness this poor boy seems to be recovering Yet he is still weary I would ask that you Tall-One help Lucky take this young lad to the school infirmary He keeps saying he needs rest and that would be the wise thing to do for him.” LUCKY http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongluckytemp.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Lucky hops up and down on the Tall One's shoulder "Well now Mr tall! Ye dont think i can lift him do ya? HA! So be the good deeder and pick the wee one up. This straight ahead for the inferm place i tell ya Then after things calmed a bit Agudo invites Lord Drazar to accompany him to the enchanted lake near by. Pixies and mermaids frolicked about around them Several unicorns took time to drink from the sweet pure water as Agudo sat down at the lake's edge “It’s been awhile since your last visit Lord Drazar How fairs thy travels in this realm and the next? Turning a few pages in his hand Agudo ponders the writings meaning
Taeldrin Laesrash 07-11-05, 03:54 PM	If you insist. By the way, m'name's Cereltan. Cereltan picks up the boy, and heaves him onto his shoulder, doing what he can to aviod Lucky. He trudges into the school. He walks up to the first student he comes upon, and asks, Could you take me to the Infirmary? I have a someone that needs to be taken care of, and not the leprechaun.
Agudo Archmage 07-19-05, 03:02 PM	Cereltan. If you insist. By the way, m'name's Cereltan. Cereltan picks up the boy, and heaves him onto his shoulder, doing what he can to aviod Lucky. He trudges into the school. He walks up to the first student he comes upon, and asks, Could you take me to the Infirmary? I have a someone that needs to be taken care of, and not the leprechaun. LUCKY http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongluckytemp.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The healings arts student blinks for a moment at the sight of a limp body As if wondering if this was some test for her op coming class final. But befor she could speak to the dark Elf the always helpful if some what loud little Leprechaun offers his own insight on the matter "Tis here Cereltan!" He points at the large marbel archway "Ye is a good Elf! No matter what the others may say Bring him in and ill get the Healer"
Taeldrin Laesrash 07-19-05, 03:32 PM	Elf? I am merely half-elven. Cereltan puts the body of the boy down on the ground. Sliding on a glove that is almost transparent, he sticks it out. A hand, a near duplicate of the glove apart from its large size, picks the boy up and makes a small dentation for Lucky to sit in. Cereltan runs to the marble arch, still holding the two. Hello? Healer? (Dark Elf?)
Agudo Archmage 08-03-05, 03:07 PM	A young female Gnome waddles over with a warm smile “Hyde ho all! What’s shall I fix this day for you? Perhaps tickle in the tummy? To much spicy Dwarven chili? Seeing the boy she stands on her toes as he lay onto the bed. “Hmmm perhaps he is exhausted You leave him with me and ill get him up and running like the finest gnomish machines” LUCKY http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongluckytemp.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Lucky laughed and did a jig as he hoped around the Half Elvin shoulder “So ye be a Half Elf aye? What’s the other Half?....Pixie!
Bewildered 08-03-05, 03:46 PM	Aeren's eyes shot open, waking from a frightening nightmare he sits up erect and looks about the room. This is the place? The place where I can hone my skills? OOH! You must be the great mage Agudo! Aeren says as he attempts to shake Lucky's hand.
Taeldrin Laesrash 08-03-05, 07:51 PM	Ha ha. To tell the truth, the only reason I know I'm half-elven is because I'm told that. Cereltan looks at Lucky and the delirious youth.
Beljames 08-03-05, 10:10 PM	BelJames looks at his guide. "Who were you Talking to just now?" he says, "i understand you were using telepthay of some kind, but i thought it best not to eavesdrop. considered impolite in some cultures. BelJames pauses to take in his surroundings. "my my, what a magical place this is! the whole place is thumming with it. i siencerly hope i can find a way out here, but maybe if this place has a libary, i could browse it for a while, to see if there are magicks here i have not as of yet discovered. yes, maybe......" BelJames contunes to follow, lost in thought. he doesn't seem to realize he had spoken the last part outloud
ruthia 08-03-05, 10:37 PM	Malendor shakes his head a little at the oldster, not even begining to wonder how he know that he was talking to someone. "I was talking to the headmaster. He's the only one I talk to like that, well 'cept my mother and wife of course. And my kids if I need to yell at them from here." Hearing the old man mention Library, Malendor walks the man there. In it is a very sizable collection of books on just about anything. "Here's the library. I have to leave you here and go sign back in. If you need anything and can't find someone to help you just come find me. Names Malendor, My room's on the third floor. Door has my name on it as well as the title of Pern ambassador, though why the title I have no clue since my mother's better at that then I am." Malendor bows politely to the man and makes to leave the library and go to his room.
Beljames 08-04-05, 01:53 AM	After watching Malendor leave, Beljames makes an intercrate symbol on his hand and speaks in a language unknown to almost all. the sigil on his hand flars up with red and blue fire, and he goes about a search of the Libary. "hmm here's a book that might help me," He muses, " i just hope im not breaking some sacrad rule by reading a book in anothers institution." He takes the book Portals for Dummies off the shelf and heads to the nearest table where he begins to read the book, no with his eyes, but by his Rune-Covered hand. BelJames is staring off into space while his magic does the reading for him.
Beljames 08-08-05, 12:10 AM	BelJames snaps out of his trance and looks around. " I wonder why no one has came in here to investigate who is in the libeary. maybe malendor told them who I was and what I was doing. He shrugs off his ill feelings and resumes his trance-reading.
ruthia 08-08-05, 12:24 AM	((You Rang)) Walking quietly through the library with his nose stuck in a book, 16 year old Branth really wasn't watching where he was going. To intent on memorizing the pattern he was looking at, he didn't see the chair he ran into untill it was to late. "What the! Hey!" Stumbling and catching his balance by grabbing the first thing he can get his hands on, in this ccase the old mans shoulders, he saves himself from a bad fall. But when he looks up he gets a little angery. "Who the heck are you and why are you here Old Man!"
Drindin 08-08-05, 01:22 AM	A young lady materializes in the main room... on her lap a simple Citar, she strums a foreign song... Saphire eyes twinkle in the light pouring in from outside, a shimmering dress drapped around her kneeling form as she plays quietly... Her hair hangs, each strand seeming translucent, as if strands of blue glass, yet they act as though hair, shimmering a saphire light. She closes her eyes, and continues to strum the piece from a distant land.
Agudo Archmage 08-08-05, 07:23 PM	LUCKY http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongluckytemp.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Lucky laughs as the half elf says he doesn’t know why he is a half of one race. "Tis a good thing to be what ye are! Well....unless thow is a troll or org or.... as he a mussing the boy wakes up from the bed and shakes Lucky's hand "weeellll....iii...be happy for ye as well." The happy Leprechaun says as his whole body shakes about from the grasp of the boy Off to in another room Lucky can hear a woman playing soft music He smiles and take out his violin and plays a jig as well
Drindin 08-08-05, 11:20 PM	The woman silences her instrument. "A leprachaun... intriguing... yet I should not be surprised to see a fae such as thee here this day..."
Taeldrin Laesrash 08-12-05, 01:00 PM	Cereltan moves his gaze back to the leprechaun, giving a slightly remorseful glance at the comment on who one is. True, but I could have wound up something far worse in my studies, like an enslaved hellspawn. By the way, interesting piece. Is it one of the Baklunish festivity tunes?
Beljames 08-16-05, 08:11 PM	Without thinking, BelJames uses a silent spell to steady the stumbling student. "Who am I?"Beljames muses, "That's an exclent question. Who are any of us? But as to me specifically my name is BelJames. As for what I am or why I am here, well to be perfectly honest I do not know. I believe I was brought here by magicial means, but as to why, or how I do not remember. All I remember is falling and then the world going black." "But oviously you have more things to worry about than listinging to an old man prattle on about his memory problems. Go on, you youngster, you'll be ok now. Just be more carefull where your book leads you!"
ruthia 08-16-05, 08:42 PM	The boy blushes.....just a bit. "Well acctually I wasn't reading the book, I was reading a letter from home but hiding it in the book. Seems Ruthia...thats my sister... Wants me to keep an eye on my nephew Malendor. But why am I boring you with this stuff, you have better things to do. " With that the boy starts to move away.....
Beljames 08-16-05, 08:56 PM	BelJames Stares at the boy a bit... "Ruthia........Ruthia.......that name sounds falimar. I wonder why i know it? And why it fills with me with pain, but joy at the same time? Curse this memory of mine!"
Drindin 08-19-05, 12:48 AM	There is calm, for a time, as the mysterious sapphire-woman disappears with her strange instrument. For a time, there seems that there is no trouble, that none shall arise. For a time... There is a loud banging on the main gate. A strange figure standing there, cloaked in gray, hood up. The sky over cast, a rain begins to fall, wetting the man to the bone. "Open up!" He calls. "Please, for the love of all that is holy... open up!"
Agudo Archmage 08-21-05, 06:21 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Not far off listening to her fellow birds singing in the light rain The lovely Lady Hoot decided to answer the call for gates to be open. She flew over and landed on the now magically opening gate Smiling like an enchanted animals could she smiled at the new comer "Why welcome wayward traveler to the school of Light and Magic What has brought such concern to your voice"
Drindin 08-23-05, 02:50 PM	The mysterious man looks up, and calls back. "I must find the one named Elvina! It is urgent!" He doesn't take down his hood, but locks of long red hair are still visible, as they drip off the rain.
Elvina 08-23-05, 07:21 PM	Walking in the rain from the forest another cloaked figure appears. Her hood pulled over her firey red hair as she walks and hums a tone, Elvina returns to the school after a much needed break in the woods. Pausing slightly in the rain on the road just below the school, she mumbles to herself. "Am I ready for this again?" Shaking her head, she continues her walk up the path untill she can see the great gates of the school. As she gets closer she can see that they are open and a man stands before them. She can just make out Lady Hoot on her perch near the door talking to whomever this is. Walking a little quicker now she approaches the small group, passing the man with a polite nod of her head then pausing just inside the gates in front of Lady Hoot. Removing her hood from her head to reveal her elvine features, Elvina bows to Lady Hoot and says "Mistress Hoot, I have returned from my journey prepared to take up my normal duties." There is something a little more solome about her, a little less joyful then before, but undernieth the same fire that is Elvina still burns........
Drindin 08-23-05, 08:04 PM	"Mistress Hoot, I have returned from my journey prepared to take up my normal duties." There is something a little more solome about her, a little less joyful then before, but undernieth the same fire that is Elvina still burns........ The man looks over, pulling his cloak tight around himself to shield off the falling rains. "Elvina? Is it really you?" He asks, a strained voice coming from within the confines of the hood.
Elvina 08-23-05, 08:48 PM	Elvina turns slowly to face the hooded figure still outside. Her eyes shining with curosity she says. "Yes? I'm Elvina Redoak."
Drindin 08-23-05, 09:15 PM	Elvina turns slowly to face the hooded figure still outside. Her eyes shining with curosity she says. "Yes? I'm Elvina Redoak." The man simply stands stunned a moment, then a smile alights his face. He tosses down the hood, revealing the face of the once-lost knight, Reginald. "Elvina! 'Tis I! Reginald!"
Elvina 08-23-05, 09:26 PM	The man simply stands stunned a moment, then a smile alights his face. He tosses down the hood, revealing the face of the once-lost knight, Reginald. "Elvina! 'Tis I! Reginald!" Elvina looks extremmly shocked. "Wha...Reginald? Is..Is it really you?" She steps outside of the gates into the rain, her hair getting soaked as she reachs out to touch him, to see if he is real.
Drindin 08-23-05, 09:30 PM	Elvina looks extremmly shocked. "Wha...Reginald? Is..Is it really you?" She steps outside of the gates into the rain, her hair getting soaked as she reachs out to touch him, to see if he is real. Reginald takes the hand, and holds it against his heart, and nods. "I... I was let to come back... I... I'm so happy to see you!" He replies with a sob at the end, tears welling into his eyes, as he steps towards her.
Elvina 08-23-05, 09:40 PM	Reginald takes the hand, and holds it against his heart, and nods. "I... I was let to come back... I... I'm so happy to see you!" He replies with a sob at the end, tears welling into his eyes, as he steps towards her. Elvina's eyes tear up as she steps towards him also. With a sob she pulls herself against him and says "It really is you? But how? I..." She stops and looks at the ground. "I thought I'd never get to tell you..."
Drindin 08-23-05, 09:42 PM	Reginald looks at her. "I don't know how... a Miracle! Simply that..." He looks at her, and takes her hands in his own. "What is it you wish to tell me...?"
Elvina 08-23-05, 09:50 PM	Elvina blushes a bit, then looks him in the eyes. "I...I. What you said, when you..you know...Died. About loving me? Do you, I mean, you really do?"
Drindin 08-23-05, 09:54 PM	Elvina blushes a bit, then looks him in the eyes. "I...I. What you said, when you..you know...Died. About loving me? Do you, I mean, you really do?" Reginald smiles. "Yes. I really do... you are beautiful to me in every way, dearest Elvina..." He takes her in his arms. "And even to see you again is surely a blessing from on high..."
Elvina 08-23-05, 10:01 PM	Elvina leans against him, her tears mingling with rain as the drop of her eyelashes. She says in a quiet voice. "I. I love you Reginald, with all my heart. Ever since the day you helped rescue me, I knew then Myranthor was not the one I had waited for. You were. I am so I happy I get this chance to get to know you better." And their they stand, she wrapped in his arms, confessing their love of one another into the rainy night. And Elvina starts to feel a little of the joy she has lost returning to her......
Taeldrin Laesrash 08-23-05, 10:55 PM	Cereltan stares out the infirmary window, at the rain brushing on the window. Oh my, Oh joy! Oh rapture! Against the gray sky, it looms With a light 'pitter-pat' And eventual boom, The storm, it purrs like a cat Cereltan looks at Lucky and the boy, and then wanders to the window, gazing upon the rain's lilting touch as it soaked the plants, and students who were fleeing for a drier area. He sighs longingly. (OOC: Since Drindin and Elvina declared the weather, I'm going to asume it is raining (Not to mention Cereltan predicted some 20-odd posts back). Second, is the infirmary in a tower?)
Drindin 08-24-05, 12:12 AM	Reginald melts into her, holding her as though holding someone he had not seen for years. He looks down at her. "Quickly, let us go inside before we catch cold!" He chuckles, and takes her arm, leading her into the bastion of a school.
Elvina 08-24-05, 12:35 AM	Elvina gets gladly lead back into the place she had been, up till this moment, dreading coming back to. Giggling a little she says. "Yes I don't want a cold my first day back. The nurses would have a field day with me. I haven't taken as good care of myself as I should have while I was gone. I'm sure they would nit pick me t death about a few bruises I have accuired in my travels." Walking arm and arm they pass Lady Hoot and make their way to the nice wamr indoors, past Elvina's desk and beyond...
Agudo Archmage 08-24-05, 01:31 PM	Cereltan (OOC: Since Drindin and Elvina declared the weather, I'm going to asume it is raining (Not to mention Cereltan predicted some 20-odd posts back). Second, is the infirmary in a tower?) ((OOC Well I never really put the location of the Infirmery....but if it helps youcan say its in or near the tower. Its a large school so whatever helps your post :) )) http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Lady Hoot just smiled ta the two love birds. It was good to see Elvina get that spark back in her eyes Perhaps this will be a happy eneding forn the sweet girl and her new boyfriend
Drindin 08-24-05, 11:42 PM	Reginald happily goes with Elvina, following her to whatever destination she had in mind. Upon reaching it, he looks down at her. "Now, tell me... how was the young girl who took my letter? She looked very ill, when I saw her."
Elvina 08-25-05, 12:23 AM	"Oh you mean Krissy? She aways looks that way unfortanatly. Something to do with her birth. Last time I saw her she was on her way out to raise her dead Uncle, Drindin." Elvina gazes into space while thinking to herself how said it was for Krissy, that there was no way to help her without killing her. But, Elvina thought with a smile, she has never meet anyone braver the Krissy for a lesser being would have dies rather then live like she does.
Drindin 08-25-05, 12:45 AM	Reginald smiles. "She seemed like a very strong child." He steps next to Elvina, sliding an arm around her gentle waist. "You seem like a very strong woman, Elvina."
Elvina 08-25-05, 02:17 AM	She looks at him. "Do you really think so? Does a strong woman need to get rescued from dragon rituals frequently, because if so I don't think I want to be strong." She smiles.
Drindin 08-28-05, 10:24 PM	She looks at him. "Do you really think so? Does a strong woman need to get rescued from dragon rituals frequently, because if so I don't think I want to be strong." She smiles. Reginald chuckles. "No, strong women need to stand up for what they believe in, an little more than that."
Elvina 08-31-05, 01:28 AM	Elvina sighs. "I don't feel all that strong lately. I had to run away from the school just because I couldn't deal with a problem."
Drindin 08-31-05, 03:19 AM	Elvina sighs. "I don't feel all that strong lately. I had to run away from the school just because I couldn't deal with a problem." Smiling, Reginald takes her hands in his own. "My dear, sometimes the strongest thing we can do is run."
death 10-10-05, 10:25 PM	that is when u see a dark figure walking out of the forset and started to walk at the school . and i said my name is death what is yours i would like to join your school . then i said please
Agudo Archmage 10-11-05, 01:34 PM	LUCKY http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongluckytemp.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Lucky who was enjoying the sunny afternoon sat upon a mushroom basking in this fine spring day. His eyes wonderd about from dancing pixie to prancing unicorn that gleefuly played in the schools enchanted garden When outside the gates of the beloved school of Light he heard a rather deathly voice death that is when u see a dark figure walking out of the forset and started to walk at the school . and i said my name is death what is yours i would like to join your school . then i said please Blinking for a moment wondering if his time was up on this Realm Not even sure as to what to say to this visage of the grim reaper “Huh? Well hmmmm Gulp....Tis be a coldly traveler of the afterlife ” Shrugging his shoulders and straightening out his green and brown vest Starting to sweat a bit from the sun now beating down on him “Ye must understand for I is deathly sorry Ha! Yes well a small pun on me part But Im deadly serious.... when I say we at the of Light and well thy ears may hear Life.... as well HAhahah ...umm gulp....be looking for more lively students
death 10-12-05, 08:15 PM	then i said can i just hang with you here as a friend i am good nor evil i was cursed by a warlock this is what my curse looks like . but i am telling the truth when i say i am alive i was cursed by my father because he hates me so
Agudo Archmage 10-13-05, 05:11 PM	LUCKY http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongluckytemp.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Lucky smiled weekly still counting his lucky charms "Tis a sad tale indeed Makes me want to play a tune or two for ya Never the less ye be saying yer nether good nor evil?
death 10-13-05, 06:00 PM	but i was wandering if you would let me join your school so that i may learn more about magic so i can get this curse off me and so i hope that we can be friends . then i hold my hand out in friendship then i said i hope you will let me join i am willing to join the good side if thats what i must do however i did no evil deeds . in the past nor now . I am hoping we will become friends so i like your school it looks so nice i see why i hear a lot about this school . i hear that you know of the oldest of the curses is that true ? or not i was just wanting to know .
Agudo Archmage 10-16-05, 04:00 PM	LUCKY http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongluckytemp.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Lucky took of his fedora and scratched his head as he thought about the deathly man question Well ya see in me younger days before I became a follower of the Light I be using allot of curses but now I see that tis the wrong language to use in polite company. In fact I remember one funny one ya see ...I eyed this young lass and well I whispered into ear thy has a .....ummm well HA! Yes perhaps tis time to forget that one story Then holding his hat in his hand Lucky blushed Well so what ya looking for here? An education or just to get rid of yer bad fortune?
death 10-16-05, 04:33 PM	then i said it is a little a bit of both i would like to come here and learn and have this curse taken away from me so when do u want me to start . if u have this curse taken of me i will help u with anything u want i know a lot of different things . but i mainly came here to learn.
Agudo Archmage 10-17-05, 06:23 PM	LUCKY http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongluckytemp.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Thou is an unlucky fellow being cursed and all The wee leprechaun says as he paces back and forth His hand rubbing his chin as if was deep in thought Thy words have touched me heart...or Ha! Me funny bone I as of yet to be seeing which Yer in luck maybe changing for even though my teaching credentials were lost in that accidental Bull Run in a Halflings tea shop...gulp... I was trying to teach it how to dance....well anyway Lucky shrugs his shoulder I know I can be healing ye of yer curse....with a little luck He winked at the deathly man For ya see I be the Luckiest Leprechaun of all! With a small bow he tips his hat and smiles I can’t be leten ye in the school for im not the one gets to say who comes in but.....I shall do my best to lift yer abnormality from thy head
death 10-17-05, 06:59 PM	Then you know how to get this curse off me ? I was wandering if you could help me get in the school . because i was wanting to lean new stuff
Agudo Archmage 10-19-05, 12:35 PM	LUCKY http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongluckytemp.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Can I cure curses!?!? Ha ye be in luck for as I have said many times I be the Luckiest Leprechaun of all! Taking quick bow Lucky winks at the deathly cold looking fellow Now come and follow me over yonder The small Leprechaun begins to hop away from the school down the road to a Lilly pond
Agudo Archmage 10-19-05, 12:54 PM	A short time latter gathering around several well known school students and faculty enjoy a small but well earned celebration of the school of Light milestone in its long history http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif LUCKY http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongluckytemp.gif http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongrocky.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley
Ruler of all Dragonheart 10-19-05, 02:02 PM	Down by the lilly pond flies RoaD, the pixie, playing his panflute and dancing. "Sing of birds and bury your head Spill all of the big peoples mead sing of joy and happy things Whats that here the green man brings?" The small pixie stops playing his panflute and becomes visible for the leprechan to see. "Hello there, you dont seem bad, Your fresh appearance makes me glad Need a help, for i only help few Or how bout a draught of mornin' dew?" The small pixie lands upon a lillypad and stares at the strangers.
Taeldrin Laesrash 10-19-05, 06:22 PM	Up in the infirmary, Cereltan looks toward the youth, still delirious, but in a state of rest. He leans foward toward the boy and waves his hand in front of him. You okay? The leprechaun seems to have left. Not seeming to get a reply out of him, Cereltan shrugs, and alks back to a large chair, sitting down to make himself comfortable.
Agudo Archmage 10-20-05, 01:25 PM	LUCKY http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongluckytemp.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Horry me glory! First the apparition of coldly death this day and now melody of musical mirth comes tickling me ears The wee Leprechaun stammers as he comes to a stop There before him is a playfully rhyming pixie Yet seeing a chance to play the wee fae slyly puts a hand into his brown and green vest reviling a colorful violin Tis a good thing ye be asking for aiding me this day ye who plays the panflute of mornin' dew temptation. For as thy eyes can see a cursed one stands next to me He seeks me help freeing his doomed soul....HA and why not I be saying For I be Lucky .......the Luckiest Leprechaun of all! And with that he let loose with a happy Gaelic jig on his enchanted violin. Then with a small bow and a quick tip of his fedora hat he smiles at the prancing pixie Now if thy will tell us thou kindest name O’ rhyming one of the panflute
Ruler of all Dragonheart 10-20-05, 03:43 PM	The pixie's eyes widen at the green man named lucky's playing and rhyming. Lucky be ye? A leprechan I seen. For a leprechan perhaps from the forest all green? Praise behold to the forces of fall To this little green man, the luckiest of all. They call me RoaD, and i fare from yonder way Strange behold to chance upon ye this day. For merry be this gay song I sing For I am RoaD, The Pixie King! The pixies begins to dances and play the panflute upon the lillypad. He finishes his song and flies towards his brother fay. "Cold as death is this one here. Needs a lamp upon his path, or maybe a song to lighten his heart", says the pixie in a tiny voice, "Where do ya fare from Mr. Lucky, strange not a kindred spirit ive found of my journey, much less a fellow fay." With saying this the small pixie lands upon a rock and sits comfortably.
Agudo Archmage 10-21-05, 03:44 PM	LUCKY http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongluckytemp.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley With another tip of his fedora hat Lucky gave a polite smile and whimsical wink Tis good to meet one such as ye RoaD king of the Pixies I hail from the emerald isles far away for here Land as bountiful as dar be dancing fey folks Then as if wondering why the cursed one be so silent Lucky jumped up on his shoulder and politely knocked on his head Helllllooooo tis rude not speak to us wee ones Ye be dead O’ one who is named death? Or dar ye playing cold silent type
Elvina 01-02-06, 04:21 AM	Holding Reginald hand she suddenly moves so her back is against his front. She sighs, leaning against Reginald with her eyes closed. "I don't think I ran because I was strong..."
Drindin 01-02-06, 04:27 AM	Holding Reginald hand she suddenly moves so her back is against his front. She sighs, leaning against Reginald with her eyes closed. "I don't think I ran because I was strong..." Reginald smiles. "I am here for you, Elvina... I am now." He gently wraps an arm around her shoulders, holding Elvina clos, kissing her lightly on the top of her head.
Elvina 01-02-06, 04:38 AM	Elvina offers a small, almost sad looking smile. She smiles a bit happier after the kiss, but sighs softly. She reaches up to push her red hair out of her face. "Your really going to be here for me? Your not..going to leave me are you?" Elvina looks down at her feet as if antiicapating the answer being bad..
Drindin 01-02-06, 04:40 AM	Elvina offers a small, almost sad looking smile. She smiles a bit happier after the kiss, but sighs softly. She reaches up to push her red hair out of her face. "Your really going to be here for me? Your not..going to leave me are you?" Elvina looks down at her feet as if antiicapating the answer being bad.. Reginald chuckles. "I've already proven that even the bonds of death can't keep me from you. One way or another, I shall always be here for you, my lovely song bird. Always." He spins Elvina around, and chuckling, picks her up off the ground by her waist, and kisses her.
Elvina 01-02-06, 04:57 AM	Elvina turns bright red and smiles brightly when she gets picked up and kissed. She laughs and lays her head on his shoulder, her arms wrapped around him as she hangs on with no intent of letting go. She whispers to him, "I love you Reginald, always."
Drindin 01-02-06, 02:49 PM	Elvina turns bright red and smiles brightly when she gets picked up and kissed. She laughs and lays her head on his shoulder, her arms wrapped around him as she hangs on with no intent of letting go. She whispers to him, "I love you Reginald, always." Reginald chuckles. "And I love you..." He suddenly looks about, going quiet for a moment. He relaxes after a few moments, lifting elvina up like one might a young child, smiling at her. "We should get you back to your quarters. It's getting late..." Something is amiss... He thinks to himself.
Elvina 01-02-06, 03:04 PM	Elvina nods quietly, her head on his shoulder as he carries her through the eeriely quiet school. She shivers slightly, the feeling getting to her as she clings to Reginald.
Taeldrin Laesrash 01-24-06, 09:51 AM	Maybe I should let him just get some rest on his own. Cereltan muses to himself. This is more boring and empty than a Cipher's head. Cereltan leaves the infirmary, walking down and out of the tower. A little walk in the rain wouldn't do me harm, he thinks. Walking out into the school's courtyard, he ambles around for a minute or two, before noticing a pair of obscured figures walking towards the school. His curiosity sparked, Cereltan slowly approaches the two, and upon getting close enough for them to hear him through the rain, he shouts, Hello? Anyone out there?
Agudo Archmage 01-26-06, 01:30 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The rain was refreshing to those who enjoyed the outdoors Several pixies and unicorns pranced about together in glee As water droplets tickled the amber leaves of the school grounds One amongst the trees was the wise white owl who as High Cleric of Light would often commune with the beauty around her on enchanting days like this She smiled to herself as the youthful Elvina and her mate Reginald, walked by arm in arm It was the call of a guest that brought the lovely snow owl out of her musings Cereltan, .......walking down and out of the tower. A little walk in the rain wouldn't do me harm, he thinks. Walking out into the school's courtyard, he ambles around for a minute or two, before noticing a pair of obscured figures walking towards the school. His curiosity sparked, Cereltan slowly approaches the two, and upon getting close enough for them to hear him through the rain, he shouts, Hello? Anyone out there? Looking down fondly upon Cereltan Lady Hoot speaks warmly to the wandering fellow “Yes we are many amongst the forest of the school of Light I see that you have decided to prance about with us joyfully this O’ so wet day
Taeldrin Laesrash 01-26-06, 09:27 PM	Wha? A talking owl? Cereltan turns around in surprise, not expecting the respondent. Ah well, I've seen stranger. Who are you, and could you take me to someone who's knows what's going on here?
Agudo Archmage 01-27-06, 01:33 AM	Lady Hoot http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Cereltan Wha? A talking owl? Cereltan turns around in surprise, not expecting the respondent. Ah well, I've seen stranger. Who are you, and could you take me to someone who's knows what's going on here? Flapping her wings she glides down from the tree tops and lands not far from the wondering gentleman smiling playfully Yes I'm sure in this realm there is more stranger things than a talking owl at least I hope Then raising an eyebrow at his bewilderment In any case I’m sure I won’t need to take you far to find someone to help you for that person would be me.....I am Lady Hoot High Cleric of Light at the Cathedral here With an exaggerated bow still smiling at the man standing in the rain with her How do you do Cereltan is it? I believe you’re the one who aided the sick lad before yes? As far your question on what’s going on around here Forgive me but since you question is of the general kind I shall offer you the school pamphlet basic answers for inquiring minds such as yourself perhaps You’re at the Agudo School of Light and Magic dedicated to all that’s Righteous and Good Located in the Realm of Faerun; a days march north of CandleKeep, on the Sword Coast. The school has a Cathedral of Light that teaches future good Clerics in the arts of healing and wisdom. The Wizard part of the school teaches good magic to those who seek knowledge of Light and truth. Plus several other wonderful classes all dedicated to the Light Such as Bardic, Druidic, Knight, Rogue-Spy class for good Rouges who infiltrate evil strong holds. The school is free to all qualified students of any Good race. Yet students do help fund the financial needs of the school with the following… As an example, the Wizard’s classes make magical item, like Wands, Robes, Rings and Bracelets. The Clerics make Healing potions, Blessed Water and other Spiritual items The Knights of Light bring back to the school any awards given to them for good deeds and often spread the fame of the school around the Realms. The Bard classes go on fieldtrips, putting on shows to entertain the towns down the coastline. All tips are brought back to the school to aid future Bardic endeavors Plus the Druid classes sell the extra Food, Herbs they grow and all flowery plants that seem popular among nobles in there gardens Agudo book sells bring in plenty of coin from all his fans as well to aid the School coffers. Most of these items are sold to the merchants in Baldur's Gate north of the school a day and half journey or so. The Sorceress Sundries a famous magical shop in the city buys most of the magical items the school makes. Then winking she playfully says Or perhaps that was more than what you saught....Was there a personal matter you need help with?
Taeldrin Laesrash 01-27-06, 10:05 AM	Cereltan ponders this school for a moment. Hm. I suppose I could get over the whole goody-good thing. I've got nowhere beter to go, and I could use some extra money...[/COLOR] Cereltan looks back out into the rain again, and looks back. Hoot, is it? I've a proposition for you, and your head of the spellslinger faction here. Could this place do with another teacher?
Agudo Archmage 01-27-06, 06:50 PM	Cereltan ponders this school for a moment. Hm. I suppose I could get over the whole goody-good thing. I've got nowhere better to go, and I could use some extra money Cereltan looks back out into the rain again, and looks back Hoot, is it? I've a proposition for you, and your head of the spellslinger faction here. Could this place do with another teacher?. Lady Hoot http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley With a bemused twinkle in her voice the snow owl inquired of Cereltan questions with her own Over look the goodly part of us! I must say that is most generous of you Cereltan to put up with such an inconvenience And yes ...Lady Hoot or Cleric Hoot will do After all Titles are needed here at a school, yet to my friends Hoot has been used time to time when Im close to them Her feathery cheeks rising as if trying to hold back a laugh. About this having no where to go? Turning her head to better eye the unintentionally jovial Cereltan she hop from one low branch to another to get closer Perhaps this is a good time to get to know you better dont you agree? I assure you I shall keep any secrets between us Yet before discussing your bold proposition of employment with...umm what was that word you used? O’ yes Spellslingers! I’m sure the Headmaster will find your twist of a phrase quit humorous Never the less you say with some modesty Cereltan that you could use some coin is that right? Perhaps that has something to do with where you’ve have been or not been to loose such needed coin Which brings us to the obvious question ......Where is it that you have been Cereltan? Then holding up a feather wing she added witha giggle O' and if you didnt know this is the start of your job interview ... Call it Lady Hoot's How To Impress The Future Boss 101 Class Then lowing her wing she waited still smiling from feathered ear to feathered ear
Taeldrin Laesrash 01-27-06, 08:38 PM	Job interview? Okay... I am a native of the many planes of existence in this reality. By this I mean the Outer and Inner Planes, home of elementals, archons, devils, and other such beings, in addition to the Phlogiston among the stars (Your kind call it outer space). My magic has allowed me access to vast amounts of researching, and my personal libraries contain pages upon pages of interviews, notes, and cut-out pages of planar newsletters. As a mage, I am highly skilled, having obtained multitudes of old magic, and have developed some spells myself. I collect such oddities from the places I visit, and keep them in various kips I own in several locations. Needless to say, I'm a well-off blood. In addition, I am skilled with certain methods of combat, and I am a fine duelist. My need for money is not as much an issue with my level of destitution, but rather an issue with currency. My material wealth is with my collection of antiques, rare documents, and legal bearings. The residents of this place don't seemingly take kindly to one who can sell a literal demonic zoo. With all honesty, I really don't have anything to do, and would be interested in seeing what your students know about the planes around them. I am certain that your adam, er, partner-in-crime, no, master will be able to reason wih me and my rights to stay here. For future reference, I am a half-elf, long-lived despite my looks, and enjoy rolls with jam.
Agudo Archmage 01-28-06, 06:45 PM	Cereltan ..............My need for money is not as much an issue with my level of destitution, but rather an issue with currency. My material wealth is with my collection of antiques, rare documents, and legal bearings. The residents of this place don't seemingly take kindly to one who can sell a literal demonic zoo. With all honesty, I really don't have anything to do, and would be interested in seeing what your students know about the planes around them. I am certain that your adam, er, partner-in-crime, no, master will be able to reason with me and my rights to stay here. For future reference, I am a half-elf, long-lived despite my looks, and enjoy rolls with jam. Lady Hoot http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley With a small titer of laughter she looks about as the rain continued drench the trees around them on the school grounds A pixie flew by waving of on some care free adventure smiling as she did at the snow owl. Witha smile Lady Hoot considered all this dimensional traveler had to say “I see you have much to offer in Multi-Realms-History to the School It would seem Headmaster Agudo...... or shall I say my partner in crime will be intrigued Yet I am concerned by the fact that you say your zoo of evil creatures that you keep would not be considered valuable here That most likely true to many and would cast fear in many a Noble to here such things can be had Sadly Red Wizards and Zents would be enclined otherwise Never the less your sly comments on over looking our Goodness is what catches my attention with your collection of Evil things now spoken before us. Does your moral standing align with the same Evil nature you collect? Or the more lukewarm Neutral side of morality that stands by as Evil tramples the Goodly people about? Lady Hoot stop smiling as she waited his answer
Taeldrin Laesrash 01-28-06, 10:16 PM	Cereltan sighs, and waves his hand. The demonic zoo is an ecological collection of creatures from the Lower Planes, and I have several other collections from other planes, such as Mechanus, the Outlands, and fossils from the River Oceanus. I am not predisposed with the Tanar'ii in any way, and what I said was a simple misunderstanding of words. You must understand, Hoot, that morality is often gray in the planes. People can get the knife for asking a wrong question or poking around in the wrong or right buisness. In addition, I am strictly unaligned. Neutrality is rarely marked by passiveness, and those who do harmonize the two terms are often regarded as fools. Please understand that I am not used to the magnified concentrations of good and evil in this world. I would certainly not let Evil trample over Good for no reason, but I am inclined to reason over morality. I would gladly assist in the defense of the school here, however. All and all, I place my self not in good or evil.
Agudo Archmage 01-29-06, 05:12 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Fluttering her wet wings once more in the rain she nodded her slowly I will consider your words of neutrality then for future reference Until then the Headmaster Agudo should be coming down soon For like me he finds the rain to be refreshing to one soul and a delight to see in all its beauty http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley As if on queue a priestly looking fellow with long and now very wet blond hair Came walking around the flowery path towards his colleague and friend Lady Hoot Well my friend I see you have indoctrinated another into are seasonal ritual of bathing outdoors He brushed his soaked blue and white robe with a mock sheepish smile Of course I’m to modest to do this in the buff outdoors despite the gossip about town saying otherwise His long time companion just shook her head and gave a silent laugh Im sure you recognize Cereltan he was there when the boy fell faint With a polite half bow the Headmaster looked fondly on the Plane-Walker Yes how do you fair this day Cereltan? Turning back to their guest of handily pointed with her wing He has a proposition for the school I believe this would be a good time to share with us your offer Cereltan in more detail now that I have gotten to know you better. Smiling warmly Agudo noded Yes by the Light share with us I am glad to hear what you have to say
Taeldrin Laesrash 01-29-06, 06:18 PM	Cereltan nodded towards the mage who must have been the headmaster of this school. I have to say it again, right? Oh well. Pleased to meet you, Cereltan said as he extended his hand. Seeing as how you know my name already, I'll skip the introduction and cut to the details. I am a scholar of the planes, a master savant concerning the histories, economies and ecologies of many worlds, planar or prime. I believe you'll find me a mage with considerable power, as well as one with many more mundane skills. I am here on this world to continue my research indefinately, and guessing that this place is a bastion of knowledge and magical ability, I would desire residence here. I would repay you by spreading the knowledge of the many layers of reality to your students. And before your familiar mentions it, my own personal fortune contains many items and oddities of power, repute, and sometimes rebuke. So, can I teach here?
Agudo Archmage 01-30-06, 01:43 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Lighting flashed overhead with a slight breeze that picked up the rain Yet the three seem at peace within the refreshing downpour Agudo rubbed his short blond beard and blinked away a few rain drops from his eyes Ahh a fellow lover of History and traveler of the Realms Truly this is a wonderful surprise I hope I can offer my own humble writings to your collection Cereltan The Headmaster eyes seem to wander off as if looking at something in the distance recalling all his beloved tomes Agudo Travel Guide To The Realms1,2,3,4,5 Famous Sayings of Dwarfs, Halflings Elvin and Human By Agudo, Agudo's Book of Turning the Undead And let’s not forget my latest two books Agudo Book of Magic 101 Agudo Book of famous Wizards and Sorcerers Famous Adventures By Agudo And ..... It was then that Lady Hoot covered her beak and made a cough Turning his attention back to them the Headmaster blushed Yes well...umm just to name a few....let me know if you would like any Shrugging he smiled Let’s see then do you have any references Cereltan? In this Realm or the next as it would be Come to think of it how long have you been here in this Realm?
Taeldrin Laesrash 01-30-06, 07:40 PM	I guess I will pick up one of those books. I've been reading a copy of Vollo's Guide to the Realms I found in my personal library. Concerning your second question, I've been here for about...a week or so. And references? Oh dear...Let's see... There are seven who will directly compliment my skills as a mage and warrior. They're old friends of mine, but gods know where they are. I have one source who wishes to remain anomynous. There are numerous merchants and politicians in the City of Doors, Sigil, who will recognize my part in the trading of magical items and political advisory. The Planar Cartographic Society, in Union, cites me as a top-notch researcher for my donations of maps and such. Other than that, you'll find my name uttered by scholars or mercenaries all over the planes. Magnum Opus, a cleric in Sigil. She'd have some comments, considering that we share hobbies.
Agudo Archmage 01-31-06, 07:01 PM	Agudo http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley With clouds parting and the rain becoming a slow drizzle The Headmaster invited the others to follow him through the garden Cereltan I've been reading a copy of Vollo's Guide to the Realms Volo! Well he an adequate writer im sure....I just don’t know how he gets anything done with all his inebriated pastimes at every watering hole he comes to Waving his hand to change the subject “Well then as we check your reference perhaps a test of your teaching abilities are in order It was then that they came to open filed full mechanical doohickeys and the brave Gnomes who made them or crazed as the case may be They were all standing by a chalkboard arguing if gravity served any real purpose beside interfering with there work “Ahh here we are Doctor Kooky Gnomeyann the second! And her staff are working on their latest invention dealing with Mechanics in Motion Smiling from ear to ear a wee one and half foot tall Gnome walks up with curly bluish white hair and thick glasses Heeelllloo tall ones Tis good to see ya we have come close to are nearest breakthrough Do Halflings talk faster than Gnomes!?!?!?!? Agudo smiled and held up his hand My dear Doctor Kooky allow me to introduce a visiting Historian and Realms explorer Cereltan. The wee Gnome cocks her head up at the tall fellow O’ my yer as high as the sky Welcome to the school of Light and Gnome Mechanics Turning to Cereltan the Headmaster pointed to the now gathering Gnomes around him I realize you haven’t prepared a lecture yet Im sure the school would be honored to hear your views on Magical Interference with Natural Science As well as any insights on the Realms in general that could be helpful in Gnomish research Kooky jumped up and down O’ yes please use are chalkboard don’t worry about the scribbles on there It that same old eternal question ...Is gravity a Cosmic Joke? With that they all gathered around him with wee little note pads to take down what he says or draw funny faces whatever came first
Taeldrin Laesrash 01-31-06, 10:13 PM	Wha? Give a lecture all of a sudden? You'd better love me for this, Agudo. Cereltan stepped up onto a podium. He stared at the chalkboard for a moment, before dismissing it with a wave of his hand. He muttered a spell, and a weathered piece of parchment appeared in front of him. He studied the writing, and put it at his side. He cleared his throat and began. Magic and nature. Somebody tell me the first thing that comes to mind when I say those two words. For me, it’s a druid, a mage who slings spells in the name of the natural world. Their magic greatly consists of effects that alter plants or animals, or creates and destroys such things. That, however, is merely a cantrip in the connection or simulation of magic and nature. Some graybeards study a thing called Atomic Theory. It is the proposal that you, I, and everything else in the planes is made of particles so small a fleck of dust houses a trillion of them. Some theories go on to say that there are elemental properties attuned to each particle, and they group together to form everything. Got that? Good. It gets more complicated. Less common essays, such as one I once wrote, go on to detail colloraries of this theory, saying that when positive or negative spin is applied to one of these particles, they become quasi-elemental, forming such parts of the Inner Planes like Ash, Smoke, or Ice. As I once wrote, ‘If spin makes quasi-elemental particles, then what is positive or negative energy?’ Further research detailed that positive and negative spin comes from waves of energy. Those waves are made of void particles. That is to say, stuff that exists but isn’t there. These particle’s-well-mere presence shifts the particles out of balance, and depending on the spin they’re given, they begin to become lighter and lighter, thinning out matter nearby, while negative spun-particles gain mass to the point that even energy is drawn to it. However, I’ve gotten off-topic. What I want to focus on is the energy before it gives matter its spin. These ‘void particles’ are composed of energy that is not elemental or spun at all. Theoretically, Boccob’s Disk of Concordant Opposition is made up of this stuff. When it interacts with matter, it can, as I’ve said, give it a positive or negative spin. But in theory, the void particles could become any kind of particle or energy. It can be influenced by other sources of power, whether it is aided by other beings, or altered by alternative sources of power (Using the Word, for instance). So wizards seek to master one of these alternative energy sources, so they can manipulate the void particles. The Word, a primordial language created by ancient beings, is the most common used source, practically the default method. It is my theory that all mages gain a minor influence over it. Divine magic users, like the clerics of the powers or other forces, use the droplets of divine energy provided by their source of power. Sorcerers have an inborn knowledge of the Word, passed on by a great ancestor. Where do these void particles come from? The Source, I think. They are part of the natural world. Actually, they are the natural world. Metamagic, or the alteration of spells, is the concentration of void particles. Certain configurations of these particles provide components to how a magical effect acts out, much like the numbers in a mathematical equation. When these clusters are given the magical kick-start, they’ll act up, and the ‘equation’ is fulfilled. However, this ends up utilizing more energy than the spell would normally use. I’ll get into this now. Why can’t a mage do this all day, you ask? Because the action is incredibly draining upon the caster, for wizards at least. The Word can have a nasty backlash effect on the soul, although that’s just a wild guess of mine. Other sources of magic, like a cleric’s divine energy, are simply used up like fuel, or otherwise simply given a limit by that which provides the magic. Awaiting the applause that should follow, Cereltan wiped a band of sweat off his head, and let out a sigh of relief.
Agudo Archmage 02-01-06, 02:29 PM	Doctor Kooky Gnomeyann the second waited for more of his short speech until realizing the lecturer had taken a brake for questions to be asked and like the Headmaster of the school an Ego messaging applause for emotional support She quickly put her notepad under her armpit at the same time kicking a fellow Gnome in the pants in front of her; causing a domino effect in ironic and bizarre compliment to Cereltan positive and negative spin energy as Gnome after Gnome kicked each other and clapping in a thunderous applause Ouch! Opps.... I mean Bravo! Bravo! Hooray yippy Supper dooper Dooooo!!!!! Dr. Kooky walked forward turning to gathered distinguished researchers All rightly now who has a question? Several hands went up all yelling for attention Yet Gnomeyann put her hands on her hips and tap her foot showing displeasure And no questions on the obvious question of who cuter Gnomes or Dwarfs Half the hands went down with pouting lips Yet one young Gnome Female with glowing pink hair waved her hand I have a good question Dr. Kooky nodded her head to begin to Pinky Excuse me longwinded Tall One ....umm Sir Cereltan is it? Yes well anyway if in theory we use elemental properties separated form quasi-elemental energy then reanimate them into dubious compounds of highly volatile power-cells and slowly interacting them with the known Anti-magical field around the Realms could we then cause a chain reaction nullifying magic properties everywhere In turn allowing Science to finally prosper without the nasty side effect to our great Gnomish machines from blowing up do to the poppycock primitive voodoo magic used by lesser intelligent cute races Which in turns bringing forth the dawning of a new age of the grand Gnome race transgalactic superiority bringing us to the top of the food-chain and the fall of Human, Elvin and other magically drug addicted mentally retarded beings who should be on there knees kissing are feet...well if we stood on ladders so they could Breathing heavily from her long question the pink haird Gnome practically fainted but was held up by others who nodded their head in agreement Dr Kooky slapped her face and slowly looked up to the Headmaster Agudo Hehe Oooo my Yes well I hope ye wont cancel are generous school funding now that the secret Gnomish race true diabolical plan is out in the open? Then adding quickly I mean its a complete fabrication spread by jealous Tall Folks who happen to know the truth about Gnomes rightful place to rule the Realms Seeing that Agudo had crossed his arms and was frowning deeply at her she quickly turned to the guest speaker and over all trouble maker for causing this Cereltan! Ok so now that the Halfling is out of the bag.....cant it?.... and how long will it take Cereltan?
Taeldrin Laesrash 02-01-06, 07:26 PM	Cereltan made a sign with his hands towards Agudo, urging for them to leave. In the meanwhile, he replied to the gnomes. You're all Arcanaloths, aren't you?
Agudo Archmage 02-01-06, 11:51 PM	http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley One of the other Gnomes spoke up before Dr. Kooky could reply Arcanaloths?!?!? O’ no were non denominational Gnomeyann shook her head smiling as she pushed the others back to the chalkboard Hehe now I see that the Headmaster and you would like to contemplate the meaning of life or some such higher learning.... well wee Gnomes have things to do Cereltan Pushing the others faster as they trip over each other Get back to us when ya has the answer to the question....really could make the difference on the rise of the Gnomes everywhere Agudo rolled his eyes but kindly chuckled at the class walking further down the path calling for Cereltan I must say that went better than I thought It was a test of your ability to work with others who... Shall we say can test ones sanity Laughing he continued his train of thought Ahh here we are at the enchanted lake on the southern end of the school grounds One of my favorite places to relax Leaning against a particularly large Redwood Agudo seem at ease as clouds parted allowing sun light to stream down upon the lake Showing the many enchanted creatures dancing about from leprechauns, Pixies to Mermaids and numerous others enjoying the new day
Taeldrin Laesrash 02-04-06, 08:06 PM	Good...I need some relaxation. Please tell me those gnomes can't really take over the world. Cereltan looked upon the lake. He walked over to the same tree as Agudo, and leaned against it. So what now? If I have to communicate with the fey, that's easy enough. I've had several interviews and meetings with the Courts.
Agudo Archmage 02-05-06, 10:56 PM	Agudo http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Cereltan Good...I need some relaxation. Please tell me those gnomes can't really take over the world. He was lost in thought daydreaming as he heard the words of Cereltan Yet they seem to ring a bell in his head as he mumbled Gnomes...taking over the world.....and an Elf? Agudo saw Dragons and Elves yet most of all a crafty Gnome walking with rather scruffy Dwarf who obviously needed a bath He could almost hear what the Gnome was thinking A paranoid vision ? From a Gnome That’s paranoid! And i'm not paranoid, certainly. Hmm, i better think about something else to keep my mind off such foolishness... I do ponder, for once, who the adept Her Excellence must've sent to Agudo's side is, hmm... must be an elf, yes, and most likely an articulate and groomed one - a gold elf, likelier than not... With lots of magic gadgets and wands, and wearing that shiny, low-quality platemale humans make, yes, i can practically see his face Then once more Cereltan voice broke through his thoughts Cereltan So what now? If I have to communicate with the fey, that's easy enough. I've had several interviews and meetings with the Courts. Shaking his head yet smiling as he did Forgive me Cereltan I was lost in thought Rubbing his short blond beard contemplating it all This is my pondering spot as it would be I learned to come to a place like this lake when I ended up lost onetime in the Hundred Acre Woods. Anyway I met this enchanted bear cub that told me when you ever need to relax its best I should find a thoughtful spot. Shrugging he continued I must say it seems to work over all to relax me Yet every once in awhile though I get one of those pesky Epic visions Turning to look at his guest Agudo winked You know how those things are! It’s always something to do with a Gold Ring and some poor Hobbit or a young lad and a sword stuck in a rock Laughing he added Never mind that if you take up this far flung adventure you’re endangering a perfectly happy Hobbit who really just wants to stay home and bake bread Yet some how ends up doing the bidding of a gray cloaked Wizard who the hairy foot barely knows in the first place As well as some poor boy who gets caught up in kingdom size politics and backroom scheming by what? Take a guess! That’s right another Wizard who wishes to be the real power behind the throne Not caring if the boy is ready to deal with such family tragedies that may come form his sudden rise to power The Headmaster had a perplexed look on his face as he continued Never the less this vision was different it was about sly Gnomes and Elves infiltrating into places to spy on others I saw this Gnome that had some kind of stomach problem like if he had two mouths to feed or something And a rather repulsive Dwarf who hadn’t had a bath in a month Blinking at his guest not sure what to make of it all Odd I know I wonder what it all met? Then waving his hand to change the subject It doesn’t matter ill figure it out in time So what was your question? Ahh yes ....no you don’t have to worry about those Gnomes As long as we have magic around their machines will always fall apart Yet when the day comes that they have a magic free Realm Light forbid! Will all run for the hills when they finally can mass produce radioactive boxes that cook food in minutes As well as glowing boxes that have trapped Bards inside entertaining them all day and night The real danger is the machines that have so much information that anyone can find Knowledge no matter how dangerous it may be just by sitting there at home in a matter of seconds Putting his hands together Agudo said a small prayer of thanks to the Light for not letting that happen. I just dont want to think what young kids would do if they had that kind of power And don’t fret this is not another speech to make I brought you hear to speak more openly with you Cereltan May I be blunt with you? I am hoping to bring you into the Light and away from your Neutrality ways. Have you ever thought about helping others for all that is Good and Right? Now I am sure you have done nice things even tryed to do some brave things to aid others But Im talking all the time, every day and night for the pure pleasure of being Good in Heart and Mind Knowing that you may not get anything in return but the joy of helping others....have you ever wanted to be so well...Goodly?
Taeldrin Laesrash 02-06-06, 07:17 PM	Will all run for the hills when they finally can mass produce radioactive boxes that cook food in minutes As well as glowing boxes that have trapped Bards inside entertaining them all day and night The real danger is the machines that have so much information that anyone can find Knowledge no matter how dangerous it may be just by sitting there at home in a matter of seconds Wow...that's...strange. No comment. But the kids can probably manage it . 'Course, we'll probably have to run from metalic crafts that sail through the sky like a fish through water, or contsructs that act almost human-like, or...Never mind. Cereltan then, upon hearing the mage's last comment, sparked a glare of slight displeasure. But convert me to the light? Agudo...When you've been the places I've been, seen the things I've seen, and dabbled in the research, things like good or evil melt away into a mercurial gray. You're right-I've done things that would be considered good. But it's just that-good. You might as well make me like peaches over apples. But to be blunt-No. Whenever I've done anything, I know that there's a reprecussion that leaves ripples all over reality, some for good and some for bad. I may give a starving Hiver kid a piece of bread, but he might kill the poet at the local tavern when he grows up. I'm not saying that these reprecussions have left me paranoid, but I'm beyond doing this kind of stuff for pure good. I honestly don't believe in doing stuff to be right in mind. Even in the planes, actions and results speak louder than thoughts and words, unless you're a psion. I respect that this school is a known location of the practices of good, but if that's neccessary to get in, then I might have to count myself out. Already, I respect you as a fellow mage, Agudo, and I'd love to see what kind of place your school is, but only if my philisophical beliefs can be respected. If I have to leave, I will. But don't think that I won't cross paths with you again if I do.
Agudo Archmage 02-08-06, 12:18 AM	Agudo http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Cereltan .....may give a starving Hiver kid a piece of bread, but he might kill the poet at the local tavern when he grows up.....but I'm beyond doing this kind of stuff for pure good. I honestly don't believe in doing stuff to be right in mind. Even in the planes, actions and results speak louder than thoughts and words, unless you're a Psion. Agudo offers a polite laugh at the classic Psion jest Cereltan I respect that this school is a known location of the practices of good, but if that's necessary to get in, then I might have to count myself out. Already, I respect you as a fellow mage, Agudo, and I'd love to see what kind of place your school is, but only if my philosophical beliefs can be respected. If I have to leave, I will. But don't think that I won't cross paths with you again if I do. Crossing his arms while still smiling as he continued to lean against the tall tree Agudo could not help but let a be bemused look cross his face Im flattered Cereltan that you have for seen our paths coming into contact once more. Perhaps you have read my books and have become a devoted fan to shy to tell me the truth. Trying not to snicker the Headmaster continued showing little faith in his idea Never the less before that moment comes of your departure and possible return to my humble life; let us focus in on your own words of actions and of course results. Coming closer to Cereltan he puts his hand gently on his shoulder It takes a wise being to see one action as the key to Goodness As you said doing stuff to be right in ones mind is not enough Yet some who have been burned in relationships often care little for the Whys and Who’s as long as it brings the results they want Those self centered people never care of its long term affects on those left behind to suffer be it just one or thousands. With a nod of his head he added It’s true by your example in helping a Youth could be detrimental to someone else latter Yet Freedom to choose ones path is part of what leads us to Goodness Your life in the outer Realms may have been ruthlessly changed by the harsh events that colored your eyes from the Light to the sickly grays of how evil deceives those into inaction Putting his hand down Agudo offered a sincere smile once more I can only offer you the chance to see here and now at my beloved school that ones Right Mind in the Light brings Results and the Actions benefiting all far beyond the grays you have seen In other words I have an opening in the Bard Class Trying to say more about the class seem to bring a frown to his other wise warm exprestion and manners Turning away with a growing pained look he took a moment to relax It was then that the follower of Light seem to find some relief glancing out upon the lake The former teacher left in a cloud of controversy brought by one of those detrimental Action we spoke of.......and because of it ....I ....have ....lost a dear friend Breathing slowly returning his attention to Cereltan Now I know you may not be a Bard in the official since yet until we can find a new time Bardic Teacher I am hoping Cereltan with all your travels in the multi Realms that your experiences maybe helpful Be it Thespianism, Dance Writings, Music, Sculpting, Painting, Poems or whatever you can do Perhaps you can call upon guest speakers to aid you The good news is many of the students are well trained in their Bardic profession and at different levels of their skills help each other. Then raising his hands in a friendly gesture So what do say?
Taeldrin Laesrash 02-18-06, 06:42 PM	Cereltan gazed up at the sky for a minute, letting the thought of a bard class dwelling on his mind. While wandering, singing, and such wasn'tthe most glamerous image he had thought of, some of the more erudite traits of the profession appealed to him. He turned to Agudo, and replied. I suppose that you could set me up as a professor of general knowledge, like a dwarven olamn. I play one or two instruments, but I couldn't really teach them. I'd appreciate it if you could set up such a position for me. Also, I'd like to meet the others who run this establishment. Could you take me inside the school? (OOC: Seriously, who comes here besides the two of us anymore?)
Agudo Archmage 02-18-06, 09:27 PM	Agudo http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Leaning down to admire a particularly lovely flower of eastern origin allowing its rich fragrant to entice him the Headmaster was lost in thought when the latest applicant for his school spoke up Cereltan gazed up at the sky for a minute, letting the thought of a bard class dwelling on his mind. While wandering, singing, and such wasn'tthe most glamerous image he had thought of, some of the more erudite traits of the profession appealed to him. He turned to Agudo, and replied. I suppose that you could set me up as a professor of general knowledge, like a dwarven olamn. I play one or two instruments, but I couldn't really teach them. I'd appreciate it if you could set up such a position for me. Also, I'd like to meet the others who run this establishment. Could you take me inside the school? (OOC: Seriously, who comes here besides the two of us anymore?) ((OOC sadly about as many come here as the rest of the MOP Most have left MOP for other Realms it seems, be it real life or online games Kulideb my well liked student has made a happy surprise return to MOP for the fun Shades story and Elvina Redwood is off on that same quest as well The Quigley Brothers plan to return when class will let them ....Hmm it seems the MOP Light isnt shining as bright as it once did....Even at the School of Light lol ;) )) Not ignoring Cereltan just finishing his thoughts out loud the Headmaster stood slowly enjoying the large verity of plant life within the schools garden Ahh I must say the blossoms are spectacular this time of year I could go on for hours in pointing out all the verity of exotic fauna about us Then crossing his arms Agudo smiled with a twinkle in his emerald eyes Of course your title as a General Ed Teacher will be fine! Your knowledge of the Arts of the Realms however limited will be most appreciated I assure you Cereltan Besides like I said its only temporary until my school can find a fulltime Professor for the Bard class The waving his hand gingerly towards the towers and white marbel cathedral of the Agudo School of Light and Magic I will be glad to show you around the school and introduce you to the others You have already had the honor of meeting the head of the schools Clerical department that being High Cleric of Light Lady Hoot A loud bang could be heard as an on fire Gnome flew by landing in the near by pound Agudo laughed seeing the one he was now talking about running back to her class As well as the slightly high strung but very competent Doctor Kooky Gnomeyann Prophesier of the Mechanical arts at the school Motioning for Cereltan to follow him the Headmaster started towards the school Yet I must confess a few of the faculty are away..... Such as Lord Keldorn Firecam the schools honorable Prophesier of Knighthood He is off on a heroic quest for on old friend of the school By chance this person in need was a former teacher for us by the name of Drindin Trunin His niece his ill and Firecam is trying to find a cure for her. Looking up at the tall stained glass windows of the Cathedral of Light as they stand outside Agudo seems to relax We have several Druids throughout the seasons who happily teach about ecology and other Druidic ways As soon as one arrives for the next class you’ll have a chance to talk I’m sure Lets see the Ranger Class is off on a day trip but they should be back by noon Grabing the large handcrafted door handle he stops and asks Hmm.... Do you have any questions before we go in?
kulideb 02-22-06, 03:53 AM	(Oops Sorry! wrong place!)
ruthia 02-22-06, 11:07 AM	**A note flutters onto Agudo's desk one day...an update on two of his students!** Dear Agudo, It is my sad duty to infrom you that your one time student, Malendor of Pern, as died and thus needs to be excused from all his classes forever. Sorry. Signed Unknown. Dear Agudo, I am happy to report to you that though Branth will never return to school, maybe someday his children will. Branth has recently married a young Priestess named Kayln and she is soon due with his three children. They live happily together on a farm on Oreth, the Branth wishes me to tell you he has developed a hate of cows...... Signed Unknown ((OOC: My silly way of telling you what happened to them....lmao. Oh and Agudo, Elvina's got a taste for adventure and might not come back to school any time soon either :P I'm acctually using her as a chat room char now, Reginald's caught her in the Crossroads at least once ;) ))
Agudo Archmage 02-22-06, 02:01 PM	Ruthia ((OOC: My silly way of telling you what happened to them....lmao. Oh and Agudo, Elvina's got a taste for adventure and might not come back to school any time soon either I'm acctually using her as a chat room char now, Reginald's caught her in the Crossroads at least once )) ((OOC)) Hahaha yes my dear Dragon I have seen you about those Chatrooms for sometime now I have yet to drop in personaly but it must be fun :) Ill have Agudo read the notes soon and add my own ideas to what happen to the past and future students.....Hmm dead or not Malendor will need to show up for school...after all its a magcial Clerical school lol...The after-life is no excuse for being tardy O' and Kulideb lol when you do have the time your still welcome here at the school....O and your a year behind in your homework :P
Taeldrin Laesrash 02-26-06, 09:42 AM	Well, I think everything's okay. By all means, please lead me inside. Cereltan nodded towards the headmaster, and gave of a flourish of his arm towards the door.
Agudo Archmage 02-27-06, 03:11 PM	Agudo http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley With a dazzling smile Agudo open the large ornate doors to the lobby of the school The sound of a peaceful waterfall met the ears of the two as they entered in the enchanted lobby Before them was a magical pond that seem full of life Colorful fish slowly swimming about with lily pads floating above that held wee Brownies and Leprechauns who seem to be singing in some sort of ancient Gallic language Nearby prancing Dryads seductively swung from tree to tree that made up part of the ceiling canopy in the lobby Looking up past the trees one could see that intricately carved white marble opened up into a colorful domed stained-glass ceiling allowing streaming beams of light to rain down through the tree leaves onto the water below Walking over a small curved bridge that over looked the indoor pond, colorful flowers grew about with butterflies dancing around them Once on the other side Cereltan could see all sorts of beings going about there business Besides the before mentioned Pixies, Dryads, Leprechauns there were as well Gnomes and Dwarfs standing proudly as they were admiring newly made works of art; carved from rare metals and stones that they had made in the school Arts Class Not far Elves polished brightly shiny colored glass works hand blown by fire that seem to curve in surprising delicate manners almost to fragile to stand alone and yet they did Just above those works of fine art Genies hung up magically painted canvases that seem to change every so often in showing some new enchanted far off Realms The Headmaster took time to compliment his student’s hard work and to explain to Cereltan that this was proclaimed by the school to be the month of arts and crafts. Agudo felt by allowing the students to enjoy each others talents they would gain confidence in there craft After a moment they stood before a curving granite desk with a name plate that read Elvina ((Redoak)) Yet just below that a scroll proclaimed (Out and about adventuring for the season) Never the less a cute and overly happy wee Brownie bounced up onto the desk with a cheerful smile of her own Hello! Welcome to the School of Light and Magic You may call me Candy Hippyhop Im the temporary receptionists until Miss Redoak returns With that said a large book that she was standing on open up as if by magic She jumped about earning her name then smiled once more and asked in a sweet voice Would you be so kind as to fill in are guest book with the following information Name? Title? Alignment? Reason for your visit?
ruthia 02-27-06, 03:40 PM	((*cough* Redoak not Redwood))
Agudo Archmage 02-27-06, 03:53 PM	Ruthia :rofl: ((*cough* Redoak not Redwood)) ((OOC lol yes ummm yes well Elves and those tree names I swear! Cant keep track of them :embarrass Please see above for new post and changes to Elvina the well know how could anyone forget REDOAK!!! :cool: ))
ruthia 02-27-06, 03:57 PM	((what amazes me is that your her creator and you forgot her name...lmao))
Taeldrin Laesrash 03-12-06, 10:07 PM	Cereltan Dreizhenn Quite a few Neutral like an Arrumach Getting a job here Cereltan nods as he signs into the large book at the registration desk, looking at Agudo for furthur instructions.
Agudo Archmage 03-15-06, 02:05 PM	Agudo http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Candy Hippyhop waited and waited as Cereltan Dreizhenn considered what to write She almost fell off the desk when he did come up with something to put down Scratching her head she shrugged eyeing the Headmaster then the guest once more Titles.... Quite a few? “Hehhe.... you will fit in just fine around here...place is full of egotistical wizards with to many titles and long winded.... Then blushing Candy winked at Agudo Flipping his long blond hair over his shoulder the Headmaster gave a bedazzling smile at the Brownie Yes yes....even I can sympathies with Sir Cereltan Looking at them both he added As Candy has so delicately pointed out Wizards can have many a title Headmaster and Author just being a few I juggle.....let alone other respected jobs like Cleric of Light and so on that I hold Never the less it comes with the territory of education I suppose Patting Candy on the head he motioned for her to scamper off as he continued the tour of the school Agudo gently guided Dreizhenn with a soft touch to his shoulder sending him through the large ornate doors leading into the Cathedral of Light Owning up to its name the Cathedral like Agudo smile was bedazzling with all the Light streaming through rainbow like stained Glass windows placed in the roof above Infact most of the ceiling seems to be made of colorful glass with fine stone work holding it place A soothing effect was the way the Light seem to sway slowly within the Cathedral like someone swimming in the ocean looking up through the water Adding to the watery effect was the blue marble that lined the walls accented with white marble pillars Contrast was used with the green marble flooring added to the impression of being outside Lady Hoot could be seen leading the large choral group practice They were singing a romantically enchanting song Like the Cathedral itself the music seem to relax those nearby in a joyful feeling of peace As they made there way through Agudo huged and shook the hands of the many races attending the congregation this day Some asking for his advice on personal matters others just glad to say hello Once through the rear doors Agudo escorted Cereltan through the inner ward gardens pointing out the many exotic plant animals that called the school home Stopping he motioned at the two tall towers of the school both looking like lighthouses with lots of windows around them The first tower you see is the Wizards tower where we have many classes offered by the school Not just wizardry mind you..... all forms of study take place like I said before Such as Knight, Rogue Spying, Clerical and so on as well as the well stocked school library Laughing as he walked on with Cereltan Ha! And contrary to popular gossip of my ego.....the Library is not just!.... filled with my own well written tomes and scrolls Now lets see ah yes! The second tower is the Dorms for our students and faculty to stay in and study as they please On the bottom floor is the dining room offering the finest cuisine the realms has to offer Sniffing the air the Headmaster rubs his own stomach Hmm speaking of its time to slay my famished hunger Inside all sorts of hustle and bustle was going on Dwarvin and Gnomish cooks running about with succulent meals to be served Dreizhenn could tell that the dinning commons was used for the schools many clubs to meet as well The Halfling self proclaimed Lords of the Dance club was taking place on one table knocking over untold number of drinks as they practiced there so called art Gnomes and Elves were having a debating club the subject being why Elvin magic was no match for Gnomish superior technology ......when it worked! Walking up to a spectacular feast set on a long table in buffet style toped with as many kinds of food as there were magic in the realms Agudo straiten his blue and white robe as he patted his stomach once more Well looks like my diets will suffer this day With that he grabbed himself a healthy plate of salted meats and buttery breads You should try the breaded bowls the soup is wonderful Corn Chowder I believe is being served today After a moment the Headmaster set down at a nearby table waiting for Dreizhenn to join him Two student already there a Genie and a Minotaur both females greeted Agudo warmly
Taeldrin Laesrash 03-20-06, 09:26 PM	Glossing over the variety of food, Cereltan topped his plate with a set of meats and vegetables, squeezing them together between a large pair of bread, creating a makeshift sandwich. As he sat down at the table with Agudo, he nodded at the two students, and started at his sandwich for about two minutes. After he finished staring, he began to eat. Sorry 'bout that. You see, I once tasted elf at a bar, and loved it. In my defense, the owner was a 'kreen. He poked his meal, and once satisfied that he wasn't eating elf again, he srated devouring the sandwich. So. I see that you've got an active community. For the record of my own intrests, I'd like to know the dark on your more elite matters. Call me high-minded, but I believe I could be a real help to you.
ruthia 03-21-06, 01:51 AM	**As Agudo eats his meal and chats with his students, a small criture wanders into the dining area. His talon's click across the floor as he chirps happily, his small wings folded along his back as he walks with all the air and improtance of an expected guest! A few people chuckle and smile at him. A few more point and laugh at the little creatures presumptions. But a few of the older students know who this is...and know he must carry an important message. The little cat sized dragon stops just in Agudo's line of sight and chirps again, his little eyes whirling blue in the happiness of having found the person he was to deliver his message to. He rears onto his small hind legs so as to look at the Headmaster better, chirping againt to get his attention**
Agudo Archmage 03-22-06, 12:03 AM	Cereltan As he sat down at the table with Agudo, he nodded at the two students, and started at his sandwich for about two minutes. After he finished staring, he began to eat. Sorry 'bout that. You see, I once tasted elf at a bar, and loved it. In my defense, the owner was a 'kreen. He poked his meal, and once satisfied that he wasn't eating elf again, he srated devouring the sandwich Agudo http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Sipping on his silver goblet of Elvin Sweet Water the Headmaster practically stop in mid gulp Turning slowly and slightly raising his eyebrows in surprise at Cereltan disturbing words. Agudo could not help but blink and look at his food then the other students faces at the table The Genie and a Minotaur both had finished there meals but glanced at each other then back at Agudo with the same concern Clearing his throat and putting down his drink Agudo scratched nervously at his blond chin beard Umm ...... Yet failing to find the words Agudo could only frown Cereltan seem oblivious to the others reactions at the table and continued on as if eating elf was a normal conversation to brag about Cereltan So I see that you've got an active community. For the record of my own interests, I'd like to know the dark on your more elite matters. Call me high-minded, but I believe I could be a real help to you. Snapping out of his thoughts not sure what to say on the elf flesh eating situation Agudo considered Cereltan next words The School is blessed with so many fine people who partake in communion at the school But when you say dark and elite ....... Creasing his eyebrows together as if he was unable to hold back on the real question at hand Agudo blurted out Did you just say you ate an elf....and loved it? Before Cereltan could answer the question a small commotion was going as others around were pointing out a new guest that arrived Brad The little cat sized dragon stops just in Agudo's line of sight and chirps again, his little eyes whirling blue in the happiness of having found the person he was to deliver his message to. He rears onto his small hind legs so as to look at the Headmaster better, chirping again to get his attention Looking back and forth from Cereltan to the small lizard like creature Agudo was torn on what to do next Then as if finally deciding what was more important at the moment the Headmaster motioned Cereltan to hold that pressing thought All along giving him a disturbing look still not believing what he just heard Never the less Agudo stood and raised his goblet once more this time to the new guest in an honorary salute Hail and well met good friend Brad It seems the Light has guided you safely to us once more You are most welcome in my sight Pray tell what brings you from the far Realm of Pern? OOC Ruthia just so ya know I havent forgoten the note in Agudo office :)
ruthia 03-22-06, 02:29 AM	*Brad flies up to where Agudo can remove the note. Once it's removed, Brad simply vanishes in thin air!*
Taeldrin Laesrash 03-22-06, 09:20 AM	Oh dear... Cereltan notes the disturbed look on Agudo's face, and puts his sandwich down. Let me elaborate. I didn't know what I was eating until I left the place. Dark is Sigilian lingo for information, since you've got to spread light on it, see? Really, I'm not evil, just strange.
Agudo Archmage 03-22-06, 06:33 PM	Agudo http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Taking the message the Headmaster gave a polite halfbow to Brad as he watched the wee dragon disappear Agudo slowly unscrolled the message and began reading it yet after a moment he quickly put it away within the deep folds of his blue and white robes A few seconds latter Cereltan spoke up seeing the need to clarify is past comment Cereltan Oh dear... Cereltan notes the disturbed look on Agudo's face, and puts his sandwich down. Let me elaborate. I didn't know what I was eating until I left the place. Dark is Sigilian lingo for information, since you've got to spread light on it, see? Really, I'm not evil, just strange. Several of the students began to whisper about the unusual fellow Cereltan and not just those at the table Flipping his long blond hair over his shoulder Agudo sighed Perhaps we should retire to my office on the top floor of the tower It seems we have much to discuss about your past dealings Patting the note in his pocket he muttered As well as pressing matters to attend to Waving over some passing pixies the follower of Light whispered to them They happily nodded their heads and gathered up the food on a silver tray taking it up stairs Don’t worry Cereltan will finish our meal in my private quarters Making there way up the wide circular staircase each level offered glimpses into the goings on of the students and faculty personnel lives Some could be heard with carefree laughter of the young gathered about in effortless conversation On other levels Prophesiers discussed with intellectual pleasure of their latest prized works as well as the more routine daily tasks of teaching Coming around a corner several students were gathered in a half circle near a particularly large window that faced out onto the ocean of the Sword Coast They watched as the sunset was showing through with a lovely hew of rose and emerald green lsun rays that sparkled off the clouds and water All this as a lovely young Elvin lass played the loot with great musical talent She did this gracefully dancing for her friends Cereltan was left with the impression as they rounded the last bend in the upper tower that the school of Light was not only dedicated to Knowledge But beings living for the greater good of all in blissful harmony It was then they came upon the Headmaster office the doors open without a touch as if and most likely by magic Inside one could see that Agudo had decorated his quarters with nick knacks of adventures long since gone by Not only where the expected shelf’s full of scrolls tomes and leather bound books But as well the many rare objects that come with prancing about the realms Several staves and wands hung about the walls mounted with engravings in obscure arcane languages In the cornier was a rock with a sword stuck in it next to it the classic flying carpet floated a few feet off the ground Under glass on display sitting on a coffee table in front of a roaring fireplace were a dozen or so magical rings all sparkling with little mementoes written next to them describing on what grand adventure Agudo and Hoot had gathered them Not far a large brass/copper telescope sat facing out a window looking up into the stars Lady Hoot could be seen resting on it eyeing Agudo with a sad look on her face The Headmaster Offered Cereltan a seat on the plush chairs that sat next the fireplace Cereltan could see that the coffee table held as well the trays of food and drink that the Pixies had brought up for them Next to one of the trays was Agudo famed corned cob pipe slowly smoking away giving off the sweet smell of apple cinnamon Agudo excused himself for just a moment making his way over to his handsomely carved granite toped desk Behind him one could see the circular stained glass window of a Lighthouse that seem to shine with its own light even as the sunset outside disappeared behind the horizon and the stars slowly reviled themselves in the night sky Lady Hoot nodded at the many papers on the desk yet Agudo knew that the one she was looking at was marked from Pern A candelabra came to life flickering suddenly with light on Agudo desk He took out the message he received from Brad just an hour ago and read it once more then with concern on his face he reached out for the other on the desk **A note flutters onto Agudo's desk one day...an update on two of his students!** Dear Agudo, I am happy to report to you that though Branth will never return to school, maybe someday his children will. Branth has recently married a young Priestess named Kayln and she is soon due with his three children. They live happily together on a farm on Oreth, the Branth wishes me to tell you he has developed a hate of cows...... It is my sad duty to inform you that your one time student, Malendor of Pern, as died and thus needs to be excused from all his classes forever. Sorry. Signed Unknown. With a weary look the Light Mage hung his head low a tear escaped his emerald green eyes Lady Hoot bowed her white feathery head in silent prayer for Malendor as well After awhile Agudo turned to his wise companion and gave her a hug Then as if remembering he had a guest in the room he walked back over with a sad smile on his face Forgive me Cereltan I did not mean to neglect you We have much to discuss yet never the less please finish your meal Turning to gaze at the fireplace Agudo set down in the chair opposite Cereltan The Headmaster corncob pipe slowly floated up to him taking a few long puffs he added I though...have ...lost my apatite
Taeldrin Laesrash 03-26-06, 09:47 PM	I can tell that the letter is bringing you grief, so I won't try to be offensive. Cereltan sighs. I don't really know how things work here. I've only met a few Torilians in my lifetime, and they were...less than amoral. I might not be capable of the same moral purity as you, or more likely, incapable of absolute goodness, period. I've told you that I come from a place where even the darkest black has some white to it, and white is never as clear as it first looks. More philosophies than I care to count is what rules the day. A lot of crazy things happen out there, and your choices are never clear. Sure, I've dealt out attacks to the forces of evil. But some of my actions have had...less than desirable outcomes, and I've just been forced to watch many of my closest friends die because of the complexity of my actions among many other's. Even you, Agudo, can't be truly as innocent as some of your statements would make you look.
Agudo Archmage 03-27-06, 08:30 PM	Agudo http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The flames flickered about reflecting its light off the faces near by hypnotically allowing its watchers to contemplate long lost moments in time Slowly the Headmaster replied still looking at the fireplace Innocents? Perhaps im not wide-eyed ....yet innocents still rings true to a point I suppose Turning to his guest Agudo reached out for his corncob pipe taking a few long puffs filling the room with more of his favorite leaf spiced blend that being the sweet smell of apple cinnamon Never the less the letter you have kindly shied away from does involve the school Sooner or latter you shall hear about it.... so it might as well be now Closing his emerald green eyes the Light Mage spoke on A well known former student by the name of Malendor has passed away Breathing in as if still not comfortable with the words he went on How should I say this? Like a father to his children I see all my students as my own family Blinking back tears Agudo continued as he open his eyes The reasons why for his death are not important to share at the moment Somethang’s at least I pray will remain in the family Yet since you’ll shall be teaching here on a trial bases I felt you should know that tragic part at least Without making any movement Agudo called forth the large silver pitcher It floated easily to his goblet refilling it with Elvin Sweet Water Smiling as if some how needing to change the subject for the moment You really should try some It was pressed in the Year of the Elvin Harp Ironically this brings us back to the ...Elf incident Agudo swirled the contents of his drink admiring the rich color After a lingering taste he continued about the topic at hand I will take your word that you had know idea of your disturbing sullying of your body It would seem this kreen as you call it has done more than trick you Resting his drink on the coffee table before them Agudo sighed You see besides letting that information out into the public ear at school in the way that you did It in turn may have created a much arger political situation Shrugging It may seems odd to some about me do to the fact that I preach The One Religion in the Light I have made more than a few enemys for such statements But I dont seek trouble with other religions and they have very fanatical followers The fact is Elves have a spiritual since of such defilements and will know that you are... Waving his hand about absently trying to fine the words Know that you are impure? Unclean? Or however you wish to say it Lady Hoot http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley It was then that Lady Hoot spoke up near the window Perhaps it’s not too late? Did you slay this kreen? Leaning closer Agudo noded his head with hope in his eye What of a purification processes? Elvin Clerics may have ways of redeeming you Reclining once more in his chair taking another puff on his corncob pipe If yes to any of this could go along way in helping me in dealing with your unwise announcement of cannibalism of the fair folks Lets just say other Orders, Schools and powerfull beings would be less likely to come after you.
Taeldrin Laesrash 03-28-06, 10:02 AM	While this may shock you,[COLOR] Cereltan replies, [COLOR=Teal]I don't think I'll be wanting any blessings or the like. I'm no elf-eater, for sure, but eating something that could kill you at ten paces is just part of the world. Sure, eating elf or stuff like that is considering disgusting in Sigil, and unholy here, but for some, it's pretty much standard, like the way you eat poultry or other meats. Of course, most people won't eat other humanoids unless they're tricked into doing it. And when you say fanatical religions, I know what you mean. The planes have just as many spiritual barmies as they do here. I myself have made enemies with many groups or people just for talking or associating with certain people. So powers forbid, that your school try to smite me. If you could, please simply tell them that it was an inconsiderate joke, and that I aplogize.
Agudo Archmage 03-28-06, 05:39 PM	Agudo http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Not really hungry after the sad news he received and the difficulty of the political situation that Cereltan was in Still he thought its best to keep his strength up Taking a few bights from his plate he absently brushed at his blue and white cloths All along contemplating the many events taking place this day With a half smile the Headmaster spoke softly I assure you Cereltan that no one here at my school plans to smite you where you stand as they say Some may treat you with less than a welcome smile But if you make clear that you were tricked.... and ...leave out the part of loving the taste of Elf flesh Rolling his eyes at the thought Im sure most will give you as I have.... the benefit of the doubt I can not say how some of the Elvin students may act It’s possible those fair folks will not stand near your even talk with you Never the less the School of Light is not seeking your down fall Putting his hands together as if in prayer It’s really the fact that this disturbing information is now floating about and sooner or latter others outside the school will know Be it a non Elvin student who happens to come across your presence and since the defilement within you Or others organizations dedicated to eliminating such things will be after you and endangering my students in turn Taking another sip of his drink and flipping a stray blond hair from his face Agudo shrugged I understand you may not want any blessing from a cleric be it Elvin or otherwise Never the less some may wish to purify you with or without your willingness Agudo wasn’t sure what to do sighing he asked again hoping for a clearer answer So this kreen is alive and unpunished for its foul acts of tricking you? I take it that this creature is to powerful to take on alone? If it is still alive then maybe I can at least make an announcement to the student body about you and where I stand on the issue There will be a play put on by the Bardic class latter tonight perhaps then will be best
Taeldrin Laesrash 03-28-06, 08:55 PM	Agudo? I hate to say it, but you're missing the point. The elf-eating kreen do what they've always done for centuries. This one isn't like a Yugoloth giving out poisoned sweets, it opened a restaurant. If you really think the eating habits of a single Prime creature are pure evil, you'd lose it at the sight of the many backstabbing, lying, oathbreaking fiends in the Lower Planes. Now, I don't mean to say that you should start crusading to Hell. I'm just saying that I come from a place where reactions and perceptions are different compared to here. (OOC: I shouldn't be placing knowledge into the Archmage's hand, but you might want to look onto this (www.athas.org) for further knowledge on what I mean by kreen, and why it owned the place that serves elf.)
Agudo Archmage 03-29-06, 07:26 PM	((OOC the link you put up is a very fun web place But do to its size it didnt show me where to find the Kreen info on the elf eaters Maybe you can PM me the info :D )) Agudo http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Nonchalantly the Headmaster put his hand to his short blond chin beard, slowly twisting a few hairs about In turn raising an eyebrow in recognition of the delicate situation Cereltan now finds himself in It was often Agudo had the opportunity to enlighten someone on random consequences do to our actions in the Realms For whatever reaon the Light had brought before him Cereltan......Wide-eyed and oblivious to what he had become Sadly sir Cereltan it’s all to easy for me to understand your innocent view and how others should see you for it Like poultry eaten here on the Sword Coast and the Elvin flesh is eaten by what you call the Kreen just as easily as I read books! If it was only so simple of a matter as to except your view and be happily done with it It was then that one of the thick leather bound books of Agudo floated over to him On the front of the book written in fanciful orange like styling was the title Races of the Known Realms by Agudo Now I happily admit that I haven’t had the misfortune of meeting this Kreen you mentioned Although from what I have read by others well versed in with such creatures I consider that a blessing After a few pages he cleared his throat and began reading As you may know Cereltan that educated scholars in this land call these creatures by its full name Thri-kreen Discovered by the intrepid anthropologist Paul Reiche III specializing in sub humanoids He happen to come across these bug humanoids when doing research for his thesis on war like races Paul was frightened by the Thri-kreen ability to hunt down all who they saw beneath them Witch pretty much included anyone that was non Kreen. They seem to take sadistic pleasure in looking down on all races as if they were nothing but food to eat Sir Reiche III wrote in one of his last logs that Thri-kreen possess six limbs, and usually use one pair for locomotion and the other two pairs as arms. They are formidable nomadic hunters who respect the land and hate creatures that despoil it. They have excellent physical capabilities, allowing them to jump great distances and avoid arrow attacks. They are also known to possess sharp claws, poisonous bites and psionic abilities. Thri-kreen have two signature weapons: the gythka, a polearm with a blade at each end; and the chatkcha, a crystal throwing wedge which returns when thrown. Noding his head at Cereltan the Headmaster commented Perhaps you came across one of the variant forms of Thri-kree? They include the civilized tohr-kreen (of which there are six subspecies), the mentally and physically altered zik-trin, the alien zik-chil, and the spacefaring cyborg xixchil that once ravaged several solar systems Shutting the large well read book Agudo began speaking methodically trying once more to help Cereltan comprehend the danger he had become to others What you fail to deduce Cereltan is that in this Realm you’re considered more than just tainted; Foul, sickly, even....pure evil! An affront to all they hold dear to them!! Leaning closer he added Your very existence is a threat to there way of life and they wont rest until you are..... cleansed to put it lightly While Im sure you’re very correct that the evils that take place in other sub planes are enough for some to faint at the sight Reclining as he frowned The fact is that you’re not in those other Planes of existence Your here! It doesn’t matter Cereltan that you feel your no worse for eating the flesh of an Elf and see no reason at being purified by Elvin Clerics What does matter is others with the power and ability to force it on you .....and that's the problem not just for you but other near you Agudo glanced down at his rings in the display case before them the light from the fireplace flickering in the colorful jewels causing the Headmaster to reminisce momentary of adventures long gone by It would seem your own words come back to haunt Cereltan I say that gently not make you angry but only to help you see Cereltan ....I've dealt out attacks to the forces of evil. But some of my actions have had...less than desirable outcomes, and I've just been forced to watch many of my closest friends die because of the complexity of my actions among many other's Speaking with sadness to Cereltan he let out a long sigh I have given sanctuary to a being who will be a danger to my students and its seems to himself.... for not understanding such facts of Fearun In this Realm those you will sooner or latter come in contact with may since your taint That being the sickening act of eating the body of an Elf Many Elf’s and non Elvin races see the fair folks as sacred...Very sacred! Reaching for his drink but stopping just before he took a sip That makes you on par or worse with the hated Drow and other ilk that the Elvin nation finds threatening Finaly alowing himself a long drink Agudo thought about how he could fix this unwanted problem Shruging his shoulders the Headmaster let his emerald green eyes study Cereltan as if seeing the being infront of him for the first time Its not me Cereltan I asure you.....sadly many religions and as well politics often bump heads Yet to put it bluntly.... You may not care nor feel any differently about yourself after eating the body of an Elf.....Yet..... Your Cursed Cereltan!
Taeldrin Laesrash 03-29-06, 07:54 PM	Cereltan gets out of his chair and begins to step away, a disturbed look on his face. If a case of natural selection meant divine spurning, maybe Toril wasn't the safest place to stay. Or maybe just within a mile of this place, Cereltan thought. As he reached for the door, he called out, Yeah. Kreen's just a short-hand term. I'm surprised you found all that.
Agudo Archmage 03-30-06, 04:56 PM	Agudo http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley As Cereltan got up with a dejected look about him It was clear that Agudo words were an unsettling thought Understandable though, for it was like finding out others saw you as a leper An elf eating one at that! Still when the man began to open the door and speak to the hallway outside the Headmaster was now the one perplexed Glancing at Lady Hoot who only shrugged her feather wings at the sight Cereltan! Who are you talking to?
Taeldrin Laesrash 03-30-06, 08:08 PM	To you, Agudo. It might look like I'm crazy, but believe me, I need no theology lesson from you. So I tasted the flesh of an elf. Once. By accident. In a place where the gods hold no jurisdiction, and where the circle of life holds sway above all. And you call me cursed for fufilling my bodily needs? I need no cleric to tell me that I am not cursed. It's nature. Surely your druidic expert here could tell you that? Or has humaniod supremacy cursed you? Cereltan's expression shifts a bit to that of shock to that of distaste and suspicion.
Agudo Archmage 03-31-06, 06:49 PM	Seeing that Cereltan odd behavior maybe part of his culture Agudo smiled broadly and in a warm gesture got up from his seat by the fire Ahh I see Well then your ways are different from most polite discussions We normally don’t hold conversations across the room from each other Joining Cereltan by the door Agudo crossed his arms I think you hit it right on the root of the problem Where you come from its the Survival of the Fittest ...AKA Cirlce of Life And here its called Cannibalism In turn making you Cursed/Evil to many who see the fair folks as sacred And why my school and others around you will caught in the middle Shaking his head I was hoping you understood that it is not I who see you as cursed but others. Granted its disturbing knowing what has happen to you Never the less like I said before I will give you the benefit of the doubt that this kreen duped you into eating it For it was a one time thing of...well.... loving the taste of Elf Flesh as you so delicately put it Nodding his in recognition of Cereltan beliefs the Headmaster continued While a Druid or two may understand the need of eating and being tricked Most Druids on Faerun see Elves as sacred as the trees themselves The Natural Selection or Survival of the Fittest philosophy that you hold dear Doesn’t excuse you in the eyes of many Such as the Elvin race who see your flesh eating act of their people as cannibalism Its evil to them and you and those who commit it must be cleansed In all ominous tones that go with such crusades Looking up to ceiling as if pondering it all Agudo then eyed Cereltan calmly Politically speaking Cereltan there will be plenty of supporters of your actions and beliefs Sadly those so called new friends will likely be using your beliefs for there own gain Be it Drow who hate there sister Elvin relatives Or others for whatever they can get out of killing and eating Elvin flesh Most likely sacrilegious Clerics and Druids that wish to start there own rogue beliefs and power base that they gain from it. Shrugging Hmmm...the word Cursed is something that you may not like nor except Cereltan But as long as your here it will follow you until you deal with it As you pointed out that in the past Cereltan People close to you have suffered for your actions directly and indirectly Then as if to add in final thought And no Cereltan I don’t find you crazy. Just wide eyed to the culture of this Realm around you
Taeldrin Laesrash 03-31-06, 09:15 PM	Cereltan's expression turns slowly from that of shock to that of dismay and unbelief. He takes a deep breath, and rubs his temples. Actions and beliefs? You think this is about my sodding beliefs?! I believe you're a right loon, capitalizing on a single...accidental...incident. If you think you'll pin down my beliefs because I ate a tiny bit of humanoid flesh, then this is a school of fanatics as barmy as any Gatehouse dweller. Maybe I am not the wide-eyed one here, eh? Look at this. I am not screaming 'I eat elf!' to hordes of drow or Tso or the like. What makes you think I am?
Agudo Archmage 04-01-06, 02:05 PM	Agudo http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Cereltan Actions and beliefs? You think this is about my sodding beliefs?! I believe you're a right loon, capitalizing on a single...accidental...incident. If you think you'll pin down my beliefs because I ate a tiny bit of humanoid flesh, then this is a school of fanatics as barmy as any Gatehouse dweller...... Seeing that the unusual fellow Cereltan was clearly getting more unstable like some trap animal Agudo tried to placate Celetran Unfortunately in your Realm it may seem so Cereltan That this is all over blown ...what the big deal ...What wrong with eating and loving the taste of Elvin flesh...It was a one time thing! Speaking softly the Headmaster continued Yet try to see you’re a danger to others....indirectly so as long as you prance about in Faerun Thinking no one will notice your taint of eating sacred being as the Elvin people Rest assured no one at my school as far as I know will try to force you to be cleansed if you don’t want to Cereltan .........Maybe I am not the wide-eyed one here, eh? Look at this. I am not screaming 'I eat elf!' to hordes of drow or Tso or the like. What makes you think I am? What makes me think your letting others no of your taint? Let’s see....like downstairs you did let it slip out It was very much a shock to a whole room full of mix race beings Frowning Its upsetting I know For your not screaming the news to everyone about flesh eating Never the less as I told you .....here in this Realm many races have the ability to since things such as your taint! More than one Elf may wish to see you cleansed by there Clerics and refusing to be so may lead to a deadly battle Putting his hands together Agudo shook his head sadly at Cereltan I can not make this more clear to you Cereltan.... others may detect your taint of eating a sacred being and be almost happy for you They will defend your right....but really they will use you over time Cereltan for there own dark purposes
Taeldrin Laesrash 04-01-06, 08:23 PM	Cereltan stops for a moment to compose himself. He couldn't just lose his mind like that, especially when there was an important point to be made. An idea flashed in his head, and his sanity settled itself down. Manticores. Bugbears. Carnivorous animals. Even a few dragons. Know what they have in common? Two things. One, they eat the flesh of humanoids on a nigh regular basis, or most of them anyways, and never out of malice or intent. Not a single one of them has been killed by divine retribution. Two, since when have they ever been of use to an advocate of canibalism? The clergy of Malar isn't going to cite a wolf as a reason for them to massacare hordes of gnomes, will they? And if every humanoid is a fair meal, what makes an elf so special?
Agudo Archmage 04-01-06, 10:08 PM	Cereltan Manticores, Bugbears, Carnivorous animals. Even a few dragons. Know what they have in common? Two things. One, they eat the flesh of humanoids on a nigh regular basis......on a nigh regular basis, or most of them anyways, and never out of malice or intent. Not a single one of them has been killed by divine retribution. ...... Agudo http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Blinking In surprise at Cereltan words It was good thing that the Headmaster was not siting down for if so he would have fell out of chair Raising his eyebrows pondering just how little Cereltan understood of the Realm he was in Cereltan.....you just proved my point In fact this what I have been trying to explain to you all along Agudo eyed Cereltan with sadness in his eyes Dragons Bugbears and so on are hunted down by Knight/Clerics/warriors and many others beings just for that reason you gave Blinking some more As far as malice ....you no little of most Dragons here on Fearun ....its almost a hobby to be malice by them Even the so called good ones barely speak to non dragons and make you feel like its a blessing just to see them let alone speak with them Shrugging Now I grant you I am one of the few beings in all the Realms to let Dragon kind come to my school And trust me....I have made many enemies for it Sighing In this Realms most Elvin people have a long bitter history with Dragons For that fact so do many others Races He leaned against the nearby wall where a painting of Agudo and Hoot stood by the ocean with a Lighthouse in the background Do you see now why your cursed? Its because you cant see what you did as wrong. But most do.....in a bitter hunt you down sort of way Leaning close to Cereltan That’s a Curse! Snaping his fingers at the thought he called to Lady Hoot to bring over ancient tomb from lands of the High Forest By the Light why didn’t I show you this before? Perhaps this will help you see the cultural differences in this Realm and yours The tomb was rap in a leafy tan brown with the Red letters titling the books as LOST EMPIRES OF FAERUN Turning a few pages Agudo came across the following and began to read out loud On page 90 an unnamed Elvin Scholar mention the Mythal Glaurachundar It was made to keep (out) Demons, Dragons Orcs Trolls and so on ...... And any Fiend or Being that has (tasted) Elf, Human or Dwarven flesh Glancing at Cereltan Do you see how far some will go to stop those who have eaten flesh of a Race that they consider sacred?
Taeldrin Laesrash 04-09-06, 09:18 AM	I can understand that. Dragons aren't exactly the biggest player in planar politics either. But they aren't usually hunted for eating something. Most of them know what they're doing, and no crazy knight in his tin suit will stop that. Sighing In this Realms most Elvin people have a long bitter history with Dragons For that fact so do many others Races He leaned against the nearby wall where a painting of Agudo and Hoot stood by the ocean with a Lighthouse in the background Do you see now why your cursed? Its because you cant see what you did as wrong. But most do.....in a bitter hunt you down sort of way So you think that people can track me and my metaphysical stench? My, the Guvners will get a hoot out of this. And as a fellow mage, Agudo, can you really say that there are areas you consider impassable? I've read Magic and Antimagic. Besides, suppose I already received penance for the accident?
Agudo Archmage 04-10-06, 09:29 PM	Cereltan the stand up comedian I can understand that. Dragons aren't exactly the biggest player in planar politics either. But they aren't usually hunted for eating something. Most of them know what they're doing, and no crazy knight in his tin suit will stop that. Agudo http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley The Light Mage laughed pleasantly at Cereltan fun jest Turning to the snow owl who was still across the room by the window Ha! You see Lady Hoot I knew Cereltan was perfect for the Bard class! Returning his attention to Cereltan he added smiling even more Yes true most Dragons get away with it Being powerful winged beasts seems to allow them many evil acts without... Snickering What was that word you used? Agudo glances over by his collections of magical staves Just above them hangs another framed painting within the room On it standing proudly in full uniform is a dashing elder Knight His salt and pepper hair neatly trimmed, face cleaned shaven and a broad smile on his face The sun light hitting just right off his armor causing it to shine brightly Next to the elder Knight with an equal joyfull smile on his blond bearded face is Agudo Dressed in his traditional blue and white robes He has his arm around the other man shoulder in a clear sign of friendship In the background is the School of Light just as the sunrises giving a colorful pastel feeling to the whole painting A brass placard on the frame reads Keldorn Firecam Knight of the Radiant Order and Agudo Headmaster of the School of Light and Magic Like Brothers if not in flesh then in Spirit! Ahh yes Without a bunch of Knights in tin suits stopping them I can’t wait until you meet the head of the Knights of Light class Sir Keldorn Firecam and you will have lots to talk about Winking at Cereltan with a playful smile growing from ear to ear Sir Firecam is one of my dearest and closest friends Yet how he loves to comment about my fine cloths The Light Mage nonchalantly waves his ringed fingers about and with a false hurt ring in his voice Agudo chuckles Good Keldorn has more than once pointed out that I ....Your humbel grand some would even dare wise Headmaster Dresses more gaudily than a brightly colored peacock! laughter Imagine me! After a moment they continued on the more serious subject Cereltan So you think that people can track me and my metaphysical stench? My, the Guvners will get a hoot out of this. Putting one hand on his hips while still holding the tome with the other The Headmaster gave that fatherly all knowing look that he was well known for Now Cereltan...... if Clerics and Knights can (Detect Evil) let alone (Clairvoyance) Then tracking you down be it sooner or latter will not be that hard Besides even without all that Clerical power my school is well known on the Sword Coast It will be all to easy to find you since your temporally teaching here Cereltan And as a fellow mage, Agudo, can you really say that there are areas you consider impassable? I've read Magic and Antimagic. You seem to be an educated being Cereltan and we both know it can be done with great difficulty, time and resources Even in the tome I have now Lost Empire of Faerun mentions demoness named Sarya who bypassed a Mythal Granted it was in bad shape before she got to it but the example still stands Cereltan Besides, suppose I already received penance for the accident? Nodding his head Cereltan’s last words Agudo motioned for the Substitute Bard teacher to follow Come Cereltan will talk more in a moment about that Now let me show you your new room at the school For I don’t want you to think you’re still not welcome by me A few levels down in a bright sunny corridor the Headmaster opens a door with Cereltan name already written on it This will be your private rest chambers feel free to take a look about Cereltan can see that it’s very roomy and well decorated with a strong artistic “Gnomish and Dwarvin” craftsmanship of many exotic furniture styles. In the corner is a large oak role top desk for his teaching papers and several feathered pins to aid him Next to it are well stocked shelves almost like a small library full of rare tomes and scrolls for the occupiers reading pleasure Impressive since most Nobles could only afford a few writings let alone shelves full The room is well lit by tall wide windows that look out onto the lush gardens of the school grounds A private cozy fireplace blazes nearby with tile flooring set around the room In the middle of the room is a large plush bed capable of sleeping six humans or one large giant. It seems Agudo wanted to be prepared for who ever showed up Through another door in the room is Cereltan own private washroom Decorated with modern and almost unheard of amenitys in most homes of Faerun Such as hand held water pumps,a privy as well as an iron tub with steaming hot water coming out if it With whimsical smile Agudo says Contrary to our last gust ideas...... this tub is not used for making boiling soup! It’s for bathing Walking back over to the door the Light Mage gave Cereltan a moment to get accustom to his new place Just one more thing before I go In a couple of hours as I mentioned to you in my office A play will be put on by our beloved Bard class in the auditorium It is there I will make my announcement on your situation Please join us if you wish Opening the door Agudo seem somewhat sad You asked what if you already had paid for your transgressions ....what then? To be honest you have made clear Cereltan that you have no need nor want of Elvin Clerics in this matter And find it quite upsetting that anyone would dare question you on such acts of Elvin flesh eating Pausing Agudo thought aloud as if Cereltan words were a small hope I can only pray that you have done something to redeem yourself For my students are very important to me Cereltan and I have taken a big chance on you. To the point where I may have endangered them by giving you sanctuary Trying to put on a brave face he continued Please..... Your in a new land with a culture that is more conservitive than you may be ready for Be prepared for the day when someone does challenges you about this matter What you say and do Cereltan may make the difference on how this all ends Walking outside the room he turned to shut the door speaking more warmly as if this was all in the past Is there anything I can get you before I go Cereltan?
Taeldrin Laesrash 04-22-06, 07:36 PM	No...No, I'm fine. But its seems we have reached a conclusion, and that's what relieves me. I suppose I'll be attending the performence. I'll just take my time to set up around here. And believe me, a cosmopolitan mage like myself can tread any walk, no matter how greasy or steep the prison sentences.
Agudo Archmage 04-26-06, 05:10 PM	Cereland And believe me, a cosmopolitan mage like myself can tread any walk, no matter how greasy or steep the prison sentences Agudo http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Putting his hand on his hips Agudo offered a toothy smile at Cereltan You know Cereltan you remind me of an old adventuring friend by the name of Cernd A respected Druid of the Amn lands. He could turn a phrase just like you Something on the lines of..... A bird in the hand is better than two in the air...or some such Cernd would often make them sound so complex, even he would lose track of what his high brow words met Laughing Ahh the adventures of my youth. With a half bow Agudo left the substitute Bardic teacher to make himself at home in his new room A few minutes latter back at his office he found Lady Hoot who waited for him patiently Lady Hoot http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongladyhoot.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley So how goes the job interview with Cereland Walking over to his desk the Headmaster offers a playful smile to his wise friend Well besides the cannibalism of the fair folks and evil intent of such matters As well as the endless debate on morality of the Multiverse Umm ....not to bad The white owl laughed lightly He seems to suggest his heritage is mixed Maybe that’s why he is so sensitive about being judged At least that's what Lucky said when I spoke to him last Nodding his head the Headmaster glanced at the pile of papaers on his desk then turned towered his book case After a moment he selected a particular old tome turning a few pages he stop and eyed a drawing of a sevreal races Hmm Cereland features do seem to have a touch of Elvin And being around the abysmal area of the Realms I wonder if he is Tiefling? Flapping her wings the snow owl pondered that thought Over time Cereland will reveal his many reasons for coming here The motives he gave seems at odds with someone who claims to have the abilities to travel to places most would never dream of As well owning his own personal museum and zoology. Closing the tome slowly Agudo chuckeld as he eyed Hoot, understanding her reasoning To true Yet Cereltan need for coin may have to do with endless feeding and cleaing all those beasts. Lady Hoot laughed as well ((Elsewhere in the School)) LUCKY http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongluckytemp.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Lucky the Luckiest leprechaun of all was humming a happy tune when he finally remembered the answer to a very important question Running up the stairs as fast as he could hoping over and under people of all kinds, until he finally reached Cereltan room Opening the door without knocking Lucky ran in Holding up his finger as if all the Realm was watching he said I now knows the answer to thy insightful question O’ Tall One’s Waaaayyy Back -Cereltan the Tall One By the way, interesting piece. Is it one of the Baklunish festivity tunes? Blinking for a moment he blurts out No! Feeling all smug he almost forgot to add Tis from the ballade Dancing Tipsy Pixies of the Green Isles. Panting he sits down on the floor Soooooo I heard ya gots a job eaten the student who cant acts in yer new bard class And here I be thinking ye be a vegetarian do to yer Half Elvin pants Lucky smiles playfully
DmofAlterak 04-27-06, 06:24 PM	DmofAlterak walks into the room carrying a sparkly bag with something in it and says too Agudo the Archmage "It is a privalege too meet you and thank you again for taking the time too write a message too me as well." After these words DmofAlterak withdraws a wine bottle of superb craftsmanship from the bag he was carrying and says "I have brought you and everyone else present: a gift; it is some elven wine brewed in the depths of the elven forest from Alterak......I quite fancy the sweet taste of it." He then hands the bottle of old elven wine to Agudo the Archmage.
Agudo Archmage 04-28-06, 08:30 PM	The Headmaster of the school was preparing for tonight’s speech to the faculty When guest walks into his office DmofAlterak walks into the room carrying a sparkly bag with something in it and says too Agudo the Archmage "It is a privilege too meet you and thank you again for taking the time too write a message too me as well." After these words DmofAlterak withdraws a wine bottle of superb craftsmanship from the bag he was carrying and says "I have brought you and everyone else present: a gift; it is some Elvin wine brewed in the depths of the Elvin forest from Alterak......I quite fancy the sweet taste of it." He then hands the bottle of old Elvin wine to Agudo the Archmage. Standing up from behind his large oak desk and brushing his bluish white robes, Agudo smiles as he takes hold of the gift Well met good sir It’s always a privilege to correspond with my fans and having the honor of meeting them is a bonus as well Offering a seat by the fireplace the follower of Light joins the new fellow As they sit down in the plush high back chairs, two ornate silver goblets magicly float over to them taking hold of the chalices Agudo glaldy pours the wine into his guest goblet Hmm a fine year.....and well aged It was then he brushed a stray long blond hair aside from his face he broached the question Since you know my name ....not surprising do to my fame The Clerical Mage says with all humbleness May I know your given name, or shall I call you by your pen name DmofAlterak?
DmofAlterak 05-01-06, 04:21 PM	DmofAlterak sips at his own wine and savours the sweet flavour of the light colored wine and then upon hearing Agudo the Archmages question replys "Well some call me: Mr.McGregor and you may call me thus if you wish......I took the name of DmofAlterak after a realm where I have been named Alterak you have probably not heard of it. I know of a mage there named Cathalas and he is on a quest too find the 'silver words' which are a magic located far too the north in the realm he is in although he dose not know this currently him and his friends: Lutina, Greglort, Shanon, and another who is not their true ally are in some old abandoned dwarven mines north of the town that they started from which I cannot recall the name of at the moment." DmofAlterak falls into thought as he ends his words.
Agudo Archmage 05-02-06, 01:23 PM	Ahh yes we all love the double posts :weep:
Agudo Archmage 05-02-06, 01:32 PM	Agudo http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Well Mr. McGregor a pleasure! The Realm of Alterak must be quite a place for you to take on the name Swirling the wine around in his goblet the Headmaster smiles I have heard of a land similar in name of Alterak Perhaps not the same yet one can never tell Where it is proclaimed to be the Realm of.... Glancing over at the blazing fireplace for a moment he thought out loud A World of War and Craft As I remember several factions of different races hold sway Part of the land is held by the Humans and the northern part by the fair folks the Elvin people And the mountains by the Dwarvin and Gnome Races I could go on but you have the idea. Leaning forward in his plush chair From the sound of it, the tales of your friend’s quests in the Dwarven caves must be one reason you love the land. Think about it! The joy of adventure and excitement of prancing about Alterak So many races and people to meet....ahhh escapades of one youth. Leaning back Agudo paused As far as forgetting a name or two dont fret The follower of Light laughed It comes with age ..trust me!
Taeldrin Laesrash 05-22-06, 09:19 AM	Great. Now that that's off my back, I can finally get settled. Hopefully, Toril will be as interesting as I've heard. Cereltan begins to look around his new quarters. Well, there's no shortage of homey comforts, and given all the books he's stocked the shelves with, I don't have to worry about new writings until I reach the really esoteric lore. Might as well walk down to performence.
Agudo Archmage 05-24-06, 07:32 PM	Agudo http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Seeing that Mr. McGregor had fallen asleep during one of Agudo exhilarating tales or just passed out drunk It was always hard to know the Clerical Mage smirked to himself The Headmaster kindly put a pillow behind his guest head leaving McGregor by the warm cozy fireplace Noticing the hourglass sands on the mantel was slipping away, he knew then it was getting close for the school assembly Agudo put away the goblets and fine cheese and hurried down the tower stairwell to the dining hall. It was a buzz with all the excited students for tonight’s performance by the Bardic class. Goodly Hill Giants sat in the back holding up their fellow Gnome students so they all could see Fairies fluttered about with leaping Leprechauns joyfully playing a game of tag until the music started Clapping began as the Headmaster entered the Hall Shaking hands with as many students as he could, Agudo reached the top of the stage waving his hand for silence Attention fine children of the Light and all Goodly folks of the Realms! Thank you all for coming tonight, I am sure the performance will be spectacular as always. Whistles and clapping broke out in polite applause Yes yes my friends.... Just like last time when our beloved Bard class bedazzled us with that grand Saga of Egos and the Wizards. More thunderous clapping After a moment he continued brushing a stray long blond hair from his face. Now before we begin I would like to address those nasty and.... ....mostly... Unfounded roomers, of a new sub-statute teacher and so called umm Shrugging he just blurted it out Tasty Elvin Flesh! The Dinning Hall broke out his loud conversation
DmofAlterak 05-26-06, 03:17 PM	Dm of Alterak stirs in his sleep at the loud noise of the crowd of students in the hall and then abruptly comes wide a awake and says apolegetically "Sorry about that Mr. Agudo I must have dozed off" seeming to look into his mind at some kind of cosmic clock he then says "It has been very fine meeting you Agudo....it was a pleasure to share your company if for however brief a period....." He get's up and starts to walk towards a wall "I believe it is time that I said fare well to you Agudo..I have matters elsewhere that need attending to. You are always welcome in Alterak if you ever get the chance to travel there and may the stars watch over you and the halls of you school be filled with warmth. Farewell! Dm of Alterak turns away and then disappears into thin air without a sound but Agudo thought that he saw just the hint of a pleased smile beneath his hood before he left. :)
Taeldrin Laesrash 05-26-06, 06:56 PM	Preparing to seat himself, Cereltan heard Agudo begin to administer his dispelling of rumors. I suppose he knows what he's doing. Still, what exactly is he going to say? Cereltan begins to cast a spell, directing his gaze towards the mage. This is a spell of Cereltan's, Agudo. We can hold a quick mental conversation. So, what are you going to tell the students? I can dissuade one angry person, but a mob is too much.
Agudo Archmage 06-19-06, 12:00 AM	Agudo http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley With the audience hall all a buzz in a simi-heated discussion of the day events The Headmaster had a moment to gather his thoughts and from the ringing in his head, someone else’s as well Cereltan ....begins to cast a spell, directing his gaze towards the mage. This is a spell of Cereltan's, Agudo. We can hold a quick mental conversation. So, what are you going to tell the students? I can dissuade one angry person, but a mob is too much Glancing about the large auditorium the Clerical Mage spots the topic of conversation that being the new substitute Cereltan and his healthy apatite Agudo mentally responded with soothing harmonic words and what he hopes was a touch of humor to relax Cereltan Not to worry Cereltan it’s me after all Chuckling he quickly added Besides it’s not like I became Headmaster of this school by painting a sign on a random door with my humble name; as well as a glorified title on it Well perhaps that was half of it! Winking at Cereltan, Agudo smiled from the podium But the rest came with hard work and good old diplomatic skills in dealing with large groups of people Returning his attention back to the student body at large, Agudo waved his hand Now now! Here me out fellow academia’s Cereltan has given me his word that any dealings with cannibalism is put away in the past now. He understands completely the religious teachings and customs of this Realm frowns on such sullied practices. Mumbling could still be heard from parts of the crowd, so the follower of Light walked past the podium to the edge of the stage. My friends I am willing to hear your concerns are there any who wish to speak The first to speak was a Minotaur Where tis me pet Chicken? Donts tell me that Elf eater got her It was then the school Chef walking by put one finger on her lips Agudo shook his head leting out a sigh Umm yes well....Just dont eat the Pot-Luck tonight and you will be fine Fainting on the floor the Minotaur nearly knocked over a pair of chating Brownies Frowning the Clerical Mage added Perhaps I could Reanimate your pet latter Agudo thought to himslef and Cereltan rather amused as he did Great... A Knight saves the girl.... A Bardess sings to her lover... And I go from well known Auther and Headmaster of my own school to...Hero of lost chickens Dwarfina http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongdwarfina.gif Artwork copyright © 2006, Chris Quigley A well rounded female Dwarf stood up Me boyfriend is missing! I be thinking that Minotaur speaks the truth and that cannibal got hungry or something Putting his hand on his hips Agudo tilted his head at the Siren by the indoor tree There was Lucky Leprechaun trying to snatch a kiss from the tree temptress Lucky! The now red faced lady Dwarf moved through the crowd; quickly closing the gap between her and her so called boyfriend LUCKY http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongluckytemp.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Jumping halfway out of the tree the Leprechaun stuttered Mmmeme sweet petunia After the laughter died down and flipping his long blond ponytail over his shoulder, Agudo spoke in his well known warm fatherly voice We are like a family here at the school of Light Putting his hands together he offered his toothy white smile Surly we all have experienced before coming here, the stain of distaste and discrimination by others Looking at a pair of Half-Giants who sat slightly hunched in the middle of the auditorium How many times have these two gentile giants been scorned for just walking by a village of scared Hobbits? Knelling down on stage the Headmaster slowly points at a group of colorfully dressed Gnomes And what you wonderful wee people? Who would be happily walking down the road, when some grabby human would pluck you up and plant you down in her garden? Several Gnomes nodded their heads one wiping away a tear Standing once more he continued Let us give Cereltan the benefit of the doubt shall we? Applause broke out giving the Headmaster a standing ovation Agudo gives Cereltan a thumbs up Off stage a Pixie looks at her friend Why are we claping? The Halfling whistles then turns to the Pixie I dont know....But as soon as the Gnomes invente the Boob-Tube or Couch-Potato-Slacker Box.... I am sure Agudo will be on PBS or some such high brow long winded programing
Taeldrin Laesrash 06-26-06, 10:41 PM	Lovely. You didn't dispel the rumor. While I can always appreciate someone who can stir up riots, would it be a hassle to lie? Cereltan dismissed the spell silently, and walked towards Agudo, wearing an exasperated look. Rest assured, I will be. I haven't been kicked out of a university in a year. And that was not because of any cannibalism.
Agudo Archmage 06-28-06, 04:50 PM	Cereltan Lovely. You didn't dispel the rumor. While I can always appreciate someone who can stir up riots, would it be a hassle to lie? Cereltan dismissed the spell silently, and walked towards Agudo, wearing an exasperated look. Agudo http://www.members.shaw.ca/gordquigley/pictures/portlongagudo.gif Artwork copyright © 2003, Gordon R. Quigley Reaching out to Cereltan with a warm smile and a pleasant pat on the back Now, now my most recent venerated substitute teacher. Worry not! Taking the easy way out by fibbing as you say.... only creates more darkness of lies, in a Realm choking with such evil. For by all that is Righteous and Good; this school is dedicated to shining the Light of truth, into a dark world of deceptions. Turning to Cereltan with a twinkle in his emerald eyes I would hope Cereltan, when you’re confronted by your past deeds, be it good or bad! That you shall preserver by honestly excepting the consequences of your actions; without the need to deceive others. Pausing for a moment Agudo added Remember the truth shall set you free....even when it’s not always comfortable to do so. Cereltan Rest assured, I will be. I haven't been kicked out of a university in a year. And that was not because of any cannibalism. Laughing lightly the Clerical Mage was happy to change the subject Then pointing to a couple of empty chairs in the audience Ha-ha yes well... Perhaps if the school chef keeps you well fed; so you won’t be kicked out of another university any time soon Please come and sit with me, as the Bard class that you shall soon be in charge of, offers us a night of entertainment. Taking out his corncob pipe from his breast pocket that seem already lit He took a few long puffs, filling the air with the sweet smell of apple cinnamon Last time the class did this comical performance about a befuddled, egotistical mage. I laughed so hard my side ached. Rumor has it that it was based on someone they knew Ha-ha.... I wonder if he knows? Just then the ceiling candelabras dimmed and out walked a lovely female Genie, with long blue hair and alabaster skin She spoke in a soft melody like voice. Ladies and Gentleman Tonight’s presentation will be the Giant and the Halfling. By Wee Willy Corntoes In the Year of the Halfling A story of love lost then regained and the trials and tribulations of such a unique romance. The audience began to clap as the curtain slowly opened
Taeldrin Laesrash 07-05-06, 11:10 PM	Hm. I get the feeling he's blissfully clueless... Cereltan said to Agudo, as he moved himself deeper into his chair. Life goes on, though. And a hastily-accused cannibal runs the instruction of bards. Still, can't say I ever met a mundane minstrel.