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Lord Tarran 06-17-04, 11:52 PM	Before you lays an inn. It looks no different than an other, except for a small, minor change. Its underground, in the underdark. Only a simple sign of "INN" designates it as one. Inside, tending the bar, and the main room, is a boy, about twelve, with short cropped blond hair, pale, pale, pale skin, and black eyes. He grins as you enter, baring fangs, but only for a second, not allowing you to tell what kind. The room is shadowy, the only good light over the bar. ((Welcome to Darkhole. This is like most other inn threads, just without the Safe Haven's strigent safety precautions, and its in the underdark. Violence that would normally be exceptable is allowed, but don't take it to far. All things will be discovered in time.)) After placing the last of the glasses away, the boy, named Christopher, settles himself on a stool at the bar, procuring for himself a vial of a black, viscous, liquid. Drinking it down, he cracks his knuckles, and stretches his back, making the leather armor underneath his black cloaks strain. He glances at the hearth in the center of the left wall, as it comes to life. The same happens on the other side. With a snap, the lock comes open, and the "Closed" sign switches to "Open to All, whenever the need".
Exiled_Beauty 06-18-04, 07:48 PM	Nezumi, a young looking girl with strange yellowish eyes, walks in timidly, an oversized cloak wrapped around her thin body tightly. She shivers from the breeze that blows in as she opens the door. With a short sigh, she stands in the doorway. Was the Inn empty? She glanced around a bit before walking shyly to the front bar. "Hello," she says softly, but sweetly, "I saw that you were open so I came in, and well... I have no where else to go. Do you mind a girl in your Inn or should I leave?" She seems nervous, as if in danger.
Lord Tarran 06-18-04, 09:48 PM	Christopher smiles, again only momentarily, seeing a younger patron. Quickly realizing that her coinage was most likely low, he slips on of his own coins into the pouch at his side. Pouring a glass of water from a pitcher on the counter, he hands the cup to his first guest. In a tone that was sibilant, human, and elven all at the same time, he says, A child is no stranger to my doors. You are welcome as long as you like my dear... He glances at her with his dark eyes, Nezumi. But tell me, if I am to give you room and board, what causes your lovely eyes to be as they are? He glances again, a shimmer in his eyes now, And what are you running from young one? It has become apparent that this creature is no normal child.
Exiled_Beauty 06-22-04, 12:04 PM	She hesitantly steps closer, taking a sip from the cup and relaxing a bit. "I.. I'm an abomination. Please do not call me lovely. Everywhere I go I am shunned and hated. People call me demonic... they call me unholy. Yet not even I know what I am. I can only wander from place to place miserably. And you.. you are so kind! I feel safe for once!" she cries, tears forming in her amber eyes and streaking down her soft innocent face.
Drizzt 06-23-04, 12:08 AM	A burly dark elf pushes the door open and steps inside.looking around he sneers and takes a place beside the girl. "Wine" he says with slight contempt in his voice. glancing at the girl he sees her crying and looks away, a change in his expression occurs, as if he remembers some terrible tragedy. "say innkeep..." seeming slighty hesitant he asks" Have you any work available for a...Drow?"
Exiled_Beauty 06-23-04, 01:26 AM	Nezumi moves aside when the tall man stands behind her. She didn't want to be in the way. So she went to sit on a chair at a table in the corner, wrapping her arms around her chest and shivering for a moment. She was still cold from her long journey here, having only a small dress and a large flowing cloak to keep her warm and covered. It was all she owned sadly. As she sat there, thoughts filled her mind. Where would she go after this? How would she explain her past to the next curious person? Who would attempt to kill her next? And why? "If only someone would protect me..." she whispers, closing her eyes.
Lord Tarran 06-23-04, 09:54 PM	Christopher comes over with a glass of wine. I have a job for you, dark elf, as soon as I get a name. Wiping away the hard and cold sound from his voice, Christopher walks over to the young lady, a mug of warm cider is his hands. Lighting the candle with a wave, he pushes it across the table to her. But, my dear, you are lovely. You're glorious eyes make it even more so. I... I am a fair judge of abominations, of unholy, of demonic, and you are none. I do sense, and see, magic that has changed you, but, I not sure what exactly. You, my little Nezumi, my young outcast, are welcome here, as long as you need. These walls are not the greatest protection to exist, and I am not the greatest defender, but I offer you safety, where so little this far below is.
Exiled_Beauty 06-23-04, 10:19 PM	Nezumi glances up and into his eyes shyly. "I... I couldn't possibly..." she trails off, feeling overwhelmed by his kindness. It was such a new sensation to her.
Pipers Youth 06-23-04, 10:28 PM	SORRY MUST BE A GLITCH, CARRY ON
Drizzt 06-23-04, 10:57 PM	" I am Jarkeel..." Jarkeel hesitates a second " just Jarkeel and I am willing to do anything required of me...". Jarkeel looks almost ashamed as he says this but looks up to christopher almost in desperation.
Lord Tarran 06-23-04, 11:20 PM	Having returned to the bar, after leaving Nezumi with another mug of cider, Christopher walks back over to Jarkeel, swinging himself behind the bar, and dropping a large sack onto the counter. After sifting through it for a few moments, the boy takes out a symbol of Lloth. But something is wrong with the spider. The body is more swollen than normal, though no obvious sign show what the cause is. The innkeeper than draws a dagger with the symbol of Corellan Larethian, and drives it through the symbol is a single blow. Tears suddenly seep from the spider and the dagger, though no cry is heard. Christopher brings his unnerving eyes to stare deep into the face of the drow. He laughs to himself, before saying, You're matron mother will know you're here before the end of the this week, Jarkeel. I can prolong you're stay if you tell me what city and house you're from. Don't lie, I already know. I could possibly shield the inn for a few more nights, and properly defend if I so feel when her assasins arrive, but only if you say the words. But, I will only do so if you tell me, whose tears seep from this spider? If you can solve the riddle, I have a job for you, and I can offer my protection to you. If not, just the protection, and a job. He smiles, as he begins to write black runes of black fire on the counter next to the spider.
Drizzt 06-23-04, 11:37 PM	slighty taken back because of christophers eyes, Jarkeel stares a moment at thespider and dagger and says "I believe iot to be corellons tears, sir" thinking for a moment he goes on " possibly because of my races treachery but I am a simple drow and cannot be sure". Jarkeel sits in his seat taking sips of wine, when he says" Dree'al, my house name is Dree'al and Matron Taarka was my matron mother" Jarkeel almost spits the name as he says it "I come from Menzoberranzen, one of the lower houses, although I am sure you knew that". Jarkeel sits back and pulls out a long rapier and looks it over, searching for something although even he doesnt know what.
Lord Tarran 06-23-04, 11:44 PM	Eilistarae's tears, Jarkeel. They're hers. But can you tell me why? He smiles once again, refilling the drow's wine. Looking over the weapon himself, Christopher notices that whoever had made the blade, even though beautifully crafter, messed up the enchantments slightly, making it that the blade would shatter in true sunlight. Shaking his head, he also notices a small curse on the blade. Not a horrible curse, unless you are drow. A slow phyche wear away, changing the person's ideals. Looking into his guest's surface thoughts again, the curse was all he needed to have his moral's pushed enough away from his Matron's. He feels that something needs to be done. Though he applauds what the curse has done, it was going to hurt the drow if it continued to work. May I?
Drizzt 06-24-04, 12:01 AM	" be my guest" Jarkeel hands the blade to christopher. Taking a large gulp of wine" I have heard that name befoe...yes, I know know, she cries because of the corruption of drow and how they have turned vile because of lolth and because of how correlon has turned her back on us" said Jarkeel " at least thats what i have heard".
Lord Tarran 06-24-04, 11:41 AM	Taking the blade, the innkeep concentrates on the imperfections he had found, fixing them slowly. Once they had finished, he hands the sword back to its master. Now for your job, Jarkeel. Recently, I had a infestation of werespiders down in the basement. Now though I did slay the buggers, I fear they laid eggs. Could you go down there, and look for eggs about the size of a buckler surrounded in webbing. If you find some bring them to me. Be thorough, and I will reward you. Now he finishes the runes he had made on the counter, as they fade into it, as he returns to Nezumi. Quietly, he says, My dear, don't be overwhelmed. Confusion ruins you're features. Why don't you come back to the bar so we can speak. With that, Christopher walks to the bar, leaps over it, and prepares for more customers.
Exiled_Beauty 06-24-04, 12:30 PM	She looks a bit stunned, but reluctantly wanders back to the front of the bar, standing before him. "What do you want of me? Simple words?" she inquires, trying to appear stronger yet on the inside she was shaking. Her misfit cloak seems to droop about her shoulders, as does her long dark silky hair. Her body frame was slim and small, but showed signs of a womanly figure. Nezumi blinked her yellow eyes, self consciously.
malik21 06-24-04, 06:27 PM	A stranger walks into the bar.He stares at Nezumi for a second and then sits down beside her."Rum,"he says to the barkeeper.
Exiled_Beauty 06-24-04, 06:50 PM	She seems puzzled as the stranger stares at her. Was she bizarre looking? Did she really stand out that much?
malik21 06-24-04, 07:42 PM	"You know...,"he says to her,"I was hired to kill you." (Dramatic pause):D
Exiled_Beauty 06-24-04, 08:09 PM	Nezumi looks alarmed, but is no stranger to such statements. Again? Why me? "Well, are you still going to then?" she replies bravely.
malik21 06-24-04, 08:50 PM	"Why, no. I'm not.They already paid me and I see no reason to hurt you.I will however protect you if you wish,free of charge.
Exiled_Beauty 06-24-04, 09:04 PM	:bigeyes: "You would do that for me?!" she cries out.
malik21 06-24-04, 09:25 PM	:fight!: "Why yes,mi' lady."he says , bowing
Lord Tarran 06-24-04, 10:14 PM	Coming back with the rum, and a small sack, he places the mug in front of the new one, and gives the sack to Nezumi. Nezumi, dear, there are clothes in there that I believe will fit you, and a little present I think you need. Go, run along in the kitchen and change, come out when you have dressed. I need to talk with our newcomer. Christopher looks into the man's eyes. Well, hello, hunter. What brings you to hunt near my grounds? You are aware off the drow slaying's recently. You know I don't welcome others in my territory. What brings you to the Darkhole? The young one, Nezumi? I have taken a bit of a liking to her. I hope that no ill lies in your heart. His void like eyes keep contact with the man, trying to discern his thoughts. Anyway, you are welcome to stay. But be warned. I pledge myself to her defense should you turn on her. If Nezumi accepts the clothes, she will come out of the kitchen in deep black clothing, taking what ever style she had wished, and a dagger at her hip. Christopher says, Ah, my dear! Let me show you the magic in that weapon.
malik21 06-24-04, 10:48 PM	"I'm begining to like him less and less,"he thought."If was looking for something evil to kill, I'd kill him.Not this poor girl."
Exiled_Beauty 06-24-04, 11:52 PM	Nezumi had accepted Christopher's generousity and had gone into the back of the kitchen to change. The new clothes fit comfortably over her body, so she folded up her cloak and held it with her. She emerged from the doorway, gazing back out across the bar at the two men. Nervously, she walked over to Christopher and gave him a shy smile. "I thank you," she says with a nod.
Lord Tarran 06-25-04, 12:05 AM	Staring at Malik, he sent these words into his head, for only him to hear. I can hear you, Malik. He takes a symbol of Selune out from his shirt. Again just to Malik: How is a worshipper of Selune evil? Now smiling, he swings Nezumi softly into a chair at the bar next to the man. He says: You like them my dear? I am pleased. I hoped that the style would be to your liking. That dagger I handed you is also a mirror. Just ask it to show your face to you, and you can look at your own beautiful face. Now, I have a question for you. What do you think of our hunter friend here? He says he's a friend, but I can't really tell. :D Is he truly, or should he not be trusted? He smiles, baring his fangs delicately, as if it was not out of the normal, and obviously meaning what he said in good humor.
Exiled_Beauty 06-25-04, 12:11 AM	Nezumi blinks her eyes innocently before answering, "He was sent to kill me... doesn't that point to something bad? I mean... please forgive me! I'm just lost with everything, not used to being cared about. I can't even explain." She sighs wearily.
malik21 06-25-04, 12:24 AM	Christopher!Stop placing those thoughts in her mind!If I wanted to kill her I would have already done it! Who's to say you don't wish to kill her!You vile thing!You can tell what I'm thinking,Have I once thought of killing her?Tell ME!
Lord Tarran 06-25-04, 12:30 AM	He glances at Malik, saying frankly into his mind: Yes, you did think about killing her, the second you took the job. And your still thinking it, though not seriously. And mind you, I'm not placing any thoughts into her head. Unlike you, I can't read past her surface thoughts because she's one of my kind, though her powers are latent, and only show in her eyes. And I would appreciate if you stop calling me vile. I'm a retired Selunite Blade, and don't like being called evil after spending years wiping packs of it out. He says with a smile to Nezumi: He was sent to kill you, yes, but I think that possibly he might have meant he would protect you. Don't be overwhelmed. I used to be like you. I'm helping you and fufilling a promise to one like us at the same time.
malik21 06-25-04, 01:06 AM	"Yes you are placing thoughts in her mind,"he thinks to himself,knowing Christopher can hear him."Your telling her I can't be trusted,that I'm going to kill her and yes,you are vile and I'll call you so!You don't deserve to even be alive! He grips his dagger firmly.
Lord Tarran 06-25-04, 01:31 AM	He smiles some more, before metally placing and invisble barrier between the man and Nezumi. He says, aloud: I would suggest you put the weapon away, sir, before I am forced to hurt you. Violence towards me will not be tolerated.
malik21 06-25-04, 02:30 AM	He throws the dagger behind him.It lands on the table sticking straight up."There it's gone," he says to Christopher. "I know what he did.I just need to check."he thinks to himself. "Oh, you have something in your hair,dear." He reaches for her hair... "OW!Oh, that hurt!"
Exiled_Beauty 06-25-04, 02:32 AM	She tilts her head to the side slightly, peering at both of them. "You want me to go with him?" she asks softly, letting herself trust these men, even though such a fuss about her safety frightens her. She gasps as he cries out in pain, and says, "Oh! What have I done? Did I harm you? I-- I didn't mean for anything to happen!" Obviously she believes that he was hurt because her...
malik21 06-25-04, 02:55 AM	''No.''Malik says to her."You didn't do anything,but I know who did." He stares at Christopher.
malik21 06-25-04, 05:30 AM	"You have no right to put a barrier around this young lady without her permission!And at least you could have warned me that you'd about burn my hand off if I came anywhere near her!" The dagger flew off the table at an alarming rate,stopped short of Christophers head and turned into Malik's pocket.
Drizzt 06-25-04, 10:39 AM	Jarkeel sitting at the table had been watching the events unfold. Getting up he walks over to christopher and says "I do believe this man means trouble" taking a sideways glance at malik he goes on " but as long as you have everything handled I shall take a look for those eggs in the basement" Jarkeel waits till christopher responds.
Lord Tarran 06-25-04, 12:54 PM	Good, call up if you need anything Jarkeel. Unphased by the death threat, Christopher says to Nezumi, My dear, you did not harm him. I placed a weak barrier between you and him. He seems.... unstable, and I was worried that he would try to harm you. Malik, the barrier I placed would have bounced your hand away. If it burned you, then you are something that is not from this world. If you wish to go with him, you may, but I am against it. By the Moonmaiden herself, I pray this lunatic peace, for he is a danger to you. And for the last gods damn time, Malik, I can't influence her thoughts, she's immune to it! And if you threaten either her or me again, I will be forced to remove you. His black eyes seemed to glow from within. When Jarkeel arrives downstairs, he will see general crates around the large basement. After walking for a bit, he will come to a crate that is near an abnormal amount of cobwebs. Scratching can be heard from the inside.
malik21 06-25-04, 02:20 PM	Malik hated Christopher now,just plain hated him. Pictures began to form in his mind ,a quick stab here and another there usually does the trick."Another rum please." (P.S. When I say 'placing thoughts in her mind', I mean your saying things and she takes them in,she thinks about it,even if you can't use your powers on her)
Lord Tarran 06-25-04, 02:29 PM	As soon as you wipe thoughts of killing me from your mind, I will give you another rum, Malik. Tarran says with a cold stare. ((Oh.))
malik21 06-25-04, 02:34 PM	"It'll be a while then and smile once in a while"he says
malik21 06-25-04, 02:47 PM	"What about mortally wounding you,but not killing?Would that get me a rum?"
Lord Tarran 06-25-04, 06:04 PM	With force of will alone, Christopher keeps his body under control. Simply, colder than the deepest pits is voice as he says: Get the Hell out, or I will remove you by force. Nezumi, please come behind the bar. He's planning to use you as a way to keep me from attack him. I don't want you to get hurt. And should things go too far, I believe you will learn about what you are. ((Ready for whatever you want Malik.))
malik21 06-25-04, 06:35 PM	The dagger flies out of Maliks pocket grows into a sword and points toward Christopher."Settle down."he says to the sword. It falls to the ground sticking straight up."You see , you are out numbered 10-1,it would be quite unwise to wage war against the undead."Eight skeletons appear.The sword still has no one controlling it and obviously has a mind of its own
Lord Tarran 06-25-04, 06:43 PM	With a wave of his hand, and a burst of energy, the skeletons burst into dust. With a look of disgust, and annoyance, the innkeeper says softly, Pick up your sword Malik, before I am forced to obliterate it, and then hurt you. Christopher places his hand on the counter, as a black longsword appears in his hand.
Drizzt 06-25-04, 06:44 PM	Jarkeel walks down into the basement and checks arond the crates before walking on, looking for anything abnormal. After checking around some more crates Jarkeel goes to check the crate. seeing the cobwebs and hearing the scratching from inside he draws his rapier and checks the web for anything.
Lord Tarran 06-25-04, 06:55 PM	Jarkeel finds nothing but small, normal spiders in the cobwebs. When his rapier is drawn, the scratching becomes louder.
Drizzt 06-25-04, 07:04 PM	Jarkeel checks around the crate for any holes or openings that spiders could get into.
Lord Tarran 06-25-04, 07:14 PM	Still nothing, though whatever is inside obviously wants to get out, badly.
Drizzt 06-25-04, 08:07 PM	Jarkeel opens the lid to the crate and prepares to fight whatever comes out by jumping a few steps back and putting his rapier into the ready position.
malik21 06-25-04, 08:49 PM	"I'm sorry to say that I have no control over So(the sword) if she believes that my life is in danger she will fight to the very end."Malik says,still sitting down. "And if you 'obliterate' me or my sword you would get the curse that comes with it.Whether I die or not ,if you do 'obliterate' it would be a relief,but I'd rather you not.
Exiled_Beauty 06-25-04, 08:52 PM	Nezumi darts behind the bar swiftly and crouches, listening to the two of them fight. She closes her eyes and feels utterly hopeless. All she brought with her here was despair and hatred. It spread from spirit and infected the ones around her. Or at least it seemed that way, and Nezumi believed it. Her empty heart could not take it and she cried helplessly as the men spitefully taunted each other.
Lord Tarran 06-25-04, 10:23 PM	Touching Nezumi on the head, Chris suddenly yells something in Sylvan. Time stops, and he crouches down to speak with her. Nezumi, I know that you feel like you caused this, but, you did not. This man came into the inn seeking to kill you. He decided that it wasn't worth it, and did not. But, he seems to have decided that I'm evil, and has threatened, though not aloud, to kill me. He stills harbor a want to kill you. I will try to remove him, but, my dear, I'm afraid that I might kill him. Forgive me, and remember, Selune is my goddess, and she will not allow me to fall to bloodlust. He hands her his Selune charm, just as time comes back to life. Christopher rises up from the behind the bar, his eyes still black, as his fangs lengthen. Scales begin to trace themselves out on his skin, as he throws his shirt away. They darken, and harden, as he tenses, and his arms come to his sides, as his legs fuse together. He grows, to enormous size, as the his back stretches out, and his head becomes diamond shaped. His fangs still lengthen, as his eyes change. They seem to be the same as Nezumi's. Now a great snake, Christopher says softly to Malik as he slithers over the counter, I am werecobra. I combine the powers of the most deadly of the giant constrictors, venomous serpants, the great serpantine basilisks, and Selunite blessings. I am a Chosen, dear Malik, created by the Moonmaiden herself to guard her children. Nezumi is no Chosen, but she is a creature of the moon. Her eyes gave her away. You harbor her harm, and me as well. Be gone, pest. Christopher's giant tail whips around, the warrior and his accursed blade flying against the far wall. The great cobra coils himself, awaiting his opponents next move. ((Thought that we should get the coming combat going.)) Downstairs, unaware of the danger, Jarkeel waits. As he opens the crate a massive spider leaps out of the crate, jumping onto the wall. The inside of the crate can be seen, as several perfect eggs, all the size of bucklers laid in webs. The spider that had leaped out charges towards Jarkeel, at the last second pulling away, and sending web at the drow warrior.
malik21 06-25-04, 10:46 PM	((OOC: What happened to the little boy?I want him back!:D )) Malik was knocked out but the sword was still swinging.It split into three different swords and they circled the werecobra-thingy
Lord Tarran 06-25-04, 10:54 PM	Eyeing each sword, the eyes of the cobra suddenly flare. The two mirror images fall to dust, as the cobra circled the original sword. He hisses, What kind of demon are you, sword? I would like to know before I destroy you.
Drizzt 06-25-04, 11:33 PM	Jarkeel quickly side steps the web but loses his balance slighty and almost drops his rapier. Doing a quick pariotte the drow comes up and nicks the spider on one of its legs, moving back he awaits the spiders next move.
malik21 06-25-04, 11:36 PM	I am a collection of the wrongs this man has done.I control his mind and his body.YOU WILL NOT DESTROY ME! With this Malik wakes up and puts himself between the sword and the giant snake.It is Malik speaking now. "You will have to destroy Malik before you can get to me." But instead of staying behind Malik the sword turned into a dagger and headed towards Nezumi.Malik falls down onto the ground.
Exiled_Beauty 06-26-04, 12:09 AM	:mymy: Nezumi gasps in shock and scrambles to get out of the way. She flees frantically towards the corner of the inn, her back against the wall. Today was not her day.
malik21 06-26-04, 12:13 AM	The dagger is closing in.It aims for Nezumi's heart
Lord Tarran 06-26-04, 12:15 AM	BY THE GODDESS SELUNE, BE DESTROYED DEMON OF HATE! A line of Silverfire explodes from the Snake, blowing the dagger into the wall. Slithering over to it, Christopher takes his human form once more, taking the dagger in his hands, and saying simply: Threatening those in my care is not tolerated. He breaks the blade from its hilt, and as the magic rushes to kill Malik and curse Chris, Silverfire again explodes from him. The demon, now destroyed, the weapon, now incinerated, Christopher walks over, slings the stunned man over his shoulder, and brings him to the bar. Putting him in a chair, and helping Nezumi into another, he says, his eyes still as Nezumi's: I think we should all have a little chat. I just slew a demon that had cursed you for years Malik. Mind telling me what the hell is going on? Down below the floorboards, the spider wheels around Jarkeel, and goes to place its fangs in the man's leg.
Exiled_Beauty 06-26-04, 12:16 AM	"Fine, I'll let this be. If so many wish me dead, then I shall grant their wish. I welcome my own descruction," she whispers calmly yet sadly.
Lord Tarran 06-26-04, 12:20 AM	No, my dear, suicide is not the answer. Tell me, what is your affliction? I feel that, since your eyes are like mine, you too are werecobra. If you are, I can help. What is the reason son many hunt you? His eyes look into her's in deep caring, begging her to listen
Exiled_Beauty 06-26-04, 12:24 AM	"I've always been in danger, always running and hiding. Ever since I can remember it's been like that. My mother abandoned me after killing my father. She told me to never let anyone see me. But I didn't listen, and now I regret it. I'm cursed... truly cursed. Forever hated," she explains, brushing back a few wisps of hair.
Lord Tarran 06-26-04, 12:32 AM	Your mother killed your father, and your eyes point to lycanthropy. Stand still child. He says something in Sylvan, and the charm that he gave her began to glow. With true moonlight. He says, If you are truly one of the children of the moon, you will transform right now. Don't worry, I will keep you from hurting anyone. If you are accursed, I can help you become in control.
Exiled_Beauty 06-26-04, 12:34 AM	"I am nothing special... you shouldn't waste your time," she replies, turning away.
malik21 06-26-04, 12:38 AM	Malik begins to try to talk,but he can't he starts to choke. Suddenly his features change,his hair gets shorter,wrinkles are removed from his face,he gets shorter.It seems like he's lost 15 years(he literally has ,and he's now 21 for all who care). The dagger appears,now obviously not cursed.It falls on the ground with a CLING Malik doesn't have enough strength to say much but manages "Murder.....Mage........Black....." before collapsing.
Lord Tarran 06-26-04, 12:38 AM	The scales that are beginning to draw themselves on your neck say differently, my dear. I'll protect you, just let the change come. He takes her hands in his, assuring her with eyes that are like her own. Meanwhile, he watches the man deform and unage and says: Let the change finish before you try to speak. Otherwise you might interrupt it.
Exiled_Beauty 06-26-04, 12:43 AM	Nezumi pulls away gently. "Why? Why do people, strangers, hate me so? If we are so alike... then... why must I struggle through life?" she stammers, almost crying again.
Lord Tarran 06-26-04, 12:48 AM	Because of what we are! We are what normal humans fear most, and are preyed upon by the Yuan-ti. Selune designed our race to help counter them, but instead created a race of werebeasts more feared than the wolf. Our animal forms are what normal people fear most. I came down here, away from civilaztion to avoid that prejudice, and opened my doors to other outcasts. You my dear, are the outcast I hoped would come to my door. Now hush, and let the change come. Once it has happened, I'll help you come out of the form, and we can figure out if your natural, or if you were bitten. You are blessed, my dear, the rest of the world just doesn't recognize it. He hugs her once, before allowing the full light of the amulet bask over her.
Exiled_Beauty 06-26-04, 12:52 AM	Nezumi trembles and reluctantly lets Christopher help her. She doesn't know what to expect or what to think. Perhaps she didn't want to understand any of this? It seems she has no choice.
Lord Tarran 06-26-04, 12:58 AM	There you go, my dear. ((Exiled_Beauty. you need to write your transformation. I can't for you. I'll come in once you have,))
Exiled_Beauty 06-26-04, 01:01 AM	(i have no idea how to... but ok..) "I just don't understand..." she whispers, closing her eyes and trying to relax. She dared not open her eyes to look at herself, for she felt herself change. Panic threatened to overtake her.
Lord Tarran 06-26-04, 01:05 AM	Relax, hush, Christopher says as he strokes her hair, trying to keep her calm, even as her hair begins to shorten.
Exiled_Beauty 06-26-04, 01:07 AM	Nezumi feels... far away. Was this normal? Or was anything normal? And soon the changing and shaping stopped, leaving her breathless. Her eyes were still closed and she didn't plan on opening them. "Am... I...?" she trails off, questioningly.
Lord Tarran 06-26-04, 01:18 AM	((Nice.)) You are. Not bad for your first transformation. It was clean, and well done. Your clothes burst, and I'll need to go back and get some, and your a little small, but probably because you're young, and need some training. You're a natural born, by the way. Had you not been, you wouldn't be in control. Come, open your eyes. Take a look at your scales. You're gorgeous. Take a look. He finds himself gazing at a beautiful long cobra, a little taller than he, with gorgeous golden scales. Her eyes did not change. What do you think?
Exiled_Beauty 06-26-04, 01:21 AM	"This cannot be me..." she remarks, peering down herself and wincing. "I... don't know what to say," she adds.
Lord Tarran 06-26-04, 01:30 AM	Its you, and Selune be praised, you're beautiful. And, truthfully, say whatever you wish. But first, lets get you back to human form. Focus inward, think about your human form, anything about it, doesn't matter what, and focus on it. Now imagine your scales slipping away, and your body being underneath. He calls for clothes to come, and prepares to help her bakc to human form.
Exiled_Beauty 06-26-04, 01:33 AM	She recalls in her mind her youthful, girlish appearance and can feel it all happen. She opens her eyes, only to her naked human self. She lets out a short yelp, covering her chest with her arms and blushing.
Lord Tarran 06-26-04, 01:37 AM	I've seen other human females naked, Nezumi. You're a child, and shouldn't worry so much. Put these on, and I'll see if I have any shifter clothes nearby. As she puts them on, he says: So, do you have any questions. ((That went well. What do you think, EB?))
Exiled_Beauty 06-26-04, 01:39 AM	(different.) She sighs wearily and slumps back in a chair, her hair falling forward and covering her eyes.
Lord Tarran 06-26-04, 01:40 AM	Oh, I shouldn't have rushed you to change back. Rest, and just think about your questions. I'll be able to hear them.
Exiled_Beauty 06-26-04, 01:43 AM	She smiles slightly, blinking her eyes before standing and saying, "I don't know what to say or even how to thank you for your caring kindness... I am not so lost with you here."
Lord Tarran 06-26-04, 01:45 AM	I was glad to help. You, my dear, have helped me repay and old debt, and find something beside this old inn worth living for. Now rest, you look tired. When you wake, I will answer anything you want to know. I think that it is time that I deal with Malik. ((Goodnight, everyone. I leave the final post to you two.))
Exiled_Beauty 06-26-04, 01:49 AM	(g'night) Nezumi takes his advice and finds herself a room to sleep in. She sleeps soundly the rest of the night, no fear in her heart.
malik21 06-26-04, 02:05 AM	"Parsley,Sage,Rosmary,and Thyme,"Malik mutters before going to sleep.
Arcuna 06-26-04, 02:30 AM	A tall and somewhat bulky human walks in through the door. He has short black hair, and brown eyes. he appears to be a normal, uninteresting human. He is dressed in full leather armor, and does not appear to be armed. As soon as he locks eyes with Christopher, he clutches his forehead. Christopher finds that he has an unusually, but not impossibly, hard time entering this man's mind. He then concentrates on the boy (or is he still a snake?) and thinks the following to him: "I will tell you what you want to know. My name is Heimosu Steiner. I have no intentions of harming you or anyone in here. I simply need a place to stay for a few days. If you want to know more, I would appreciate it if we could converse with words, not thoughts." Acting as if this small ordeal never happened, the man walks over to an empty table, sits down, and closes his eyes. It is obvious just by looking at him that he has not been able to rest safely for a while, and finding an inn was probably the best thing that could've happened to him right about now. (OOC: Tarran, please let me know if you have a problem with me using the same character as I did for the Safe Haven Inn, and it will not be a problem for me to change my character if I need to :) )
Lord Tarran 06-26-04, 02:41 AM	((I didn't even realize you had a character at the safe haven! Which one were you again?)) Christopher walks over, and asks calmly, Do you need anything sir? I'm sorry for the headache, bad habit I suppose on my part. We can talk over something to drink. ((And now, to all, goodnight. :D))
Arcuna 06-26-04, 04:28 AM	Originally posted by Lord Tarran ((I didn't even realize you had a character at the safe haven! Which one were you again?)) (assuming you have it set to show 50 posts per page) Go to the last page and scroll about a third of the way down. I come in right before the dwarf-giant guy. (And if you do not have it set to 50 posts per page, go here (http://boards1.wizards.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=184040&perpage=50&pagenumber=5) and scroll a third of the way down, you'll find me :) ) You guys are probably all asleep by now :D and I should be too...talk to you tomorrow!
malik21 06-26-04, 10:46 AM	Malik wakes up. "Are you going to Scarborough Fair? Parsley, sage, rosemary and thyme Remember me to one who lives there For once she was a true love of mine Have her make me a cambric shirt Parsley, sage, rosemary and thyme Without no seam nor fine needle work And then she'll be a true love of mine Tell her to weave it in a sycamore wood lane Parsley, sage, rosemary and thyme And gather it all with a basket of flowers And then she'll be a true love of mine Have her wash it in yonder dry well Parsley, sage, rosemary and thyme where water ne'er sprung nor drop of rain fell And then she'll be a true love of mine Have her find me an acre of land Parsley, sage, rosemary and thyme Between the sea foam and over the sand And then she'll be a true love of mine Plow the land with the horn of a lamb Parsley, sage, rosemary and thyme Then sow some seeds from north of the dam And then she'll be a true love of mine Tell her to reap it with a sickle of leather Parsley, sage, rosemary and thyme And gather it all in a bunch of heather And then she'll be a true love of mine If she tells me she can't, I'll reply Parsley, sage, rosemary and thyme Let me know that at least she will try And then she'll be a true love of mine Love imposes impossible tasks Parsley, sage, rosemary and thyme Though not more than any heart asks And I must know she's a true love of mine Dear, when thou has finished thy task Parsley, sage, rosemary and thyme Come to me, my hand for to ask For thou then art a true love of mine Christopher thou hath done an impossible task and reuninted me a with a true love of mine-freedom. You have given me parsley and removed the bitterness from me. You have given me sage and strengthened me. You have given me rosemary and with it faithfulness,love, and remembrance. You have given me thyme and returned my courage. For this I thank Thee." he says with a bow and flourish, most unlike that of when he was cursed. "And as in the last verse of this song I pledge my hand to you (in work,not love)" he said with yet another bow.
Drizzt 06-26-04, 03:29 PM	Jarkeel Jumps over the spider and does a quick turn about and drives his rapier through the beasts backside and pulls it out only when it seemed sufiently dead, He then proceeds to gather up the creatures eggs and makes his way back up to the first floor to give them to christopher.
Arcuna 06-26-04, 09:10 PM	The tall man watches Malik sing his song, and returns to his drink. About eight years ago...well, less than one in this world...is when my life started to really go off track. I was helping a friend ((OOC: I think Naiilo was his username)) find his sister, who had been captured by elf bandits. We were one day away from the town called Cross Hatch when I awoke feeling quite nauseous. The whole day went by slowly for me, having to stop to catch my breath and wait for the dizziness to pass. At one point I got so dizzy that I told my travelling companion that I needed to sit down. It was more of a fall than a sit, really. So I stayed there on the ground for gods know how long, waiting for the dizziness to pass. Eventually I blacked out. I vaguely remember being carried by someone, and then later feeling large gusts of wind blow over me. When I finally regained consiousness I was in some bizarre outter plane that no one had ever heard of. ((OOC: I can go into more detail about that if you want me to...)) To make a long story short, I spent eight long years constantly fending off hideous abominations while in search of a way home. Two longswords materialize on the table, with the hilts facing Heimosu. The blades' metal is completely black, with no signs of engravings. These swords, along with the few things I managed to snag and my spellbook, are all I have to show for my long struggle. In addition to a good arsenal of basic enchantments, these swords are able to repel and banish the monsters I am now so familiar with. Heimosu picks up the right one, sighs, and looks at it longingly. I only need these swords because I am the last portal to and from that plane. When they come through is random. Sometimes it happens twice in an hour, and sometimes it doesn't happen for days. Luckily they haven't been coming through for a day and a half now. I can sense your power, and the power of those whom we are in the presence of. If the creatures appear, be ready. That is all I can say. The swords dematerialize and Heimosu finishes the last of his drink. He attempts to smile, but his smile is very empty and sad. I am sorry for forcing you out of my mind earlier. Normally I would not be able to telepathically communicate, but being a living portal does have its advantages. The only thing is that using these gifts attracts them, so I try not to. I believe that is all that needs to be told, but if there is more, then let me know. Heimosu jumps a little when he hears the spider being slain, but quickly calms down and begins to stare off into space.
Exiled_Beauty 06-26-04, 10:36 PM	Nezumi awakens shortly, unable to sleep any longer. Nightmares had driven her out of slumber. 'I'm really here? Still here...? I thought it was just all a dream, a dream too good...' she thought to herself, sitting up in bed with the covers wrapped around her.
malik21 06-26-04, 10:38 PM	Malik takes out his dagger and stands up.The dagger turns into a strange instrument which Malik begins to pluck and blow the instrument but still manages to talk and sing at the same time,chosing who hears what and in what language(they hear it in their races language).And unless they try to block it out they should never tire of hearing the instrument,even if Malik used the same song over and over again.The sounds a hundred lutes and strings in perfect harmony sound through the Inn and Scarborough Fair is heard throughout. "I hope this doesn't anger Christopher.It may interfere with mind reading and stuff like that....." The tavern seems to get brighter.This instrument reflect Maliks mood and every emotion a different song.
Exiled_Beauty 06-26-04, 10:41 PM	Nezumi hears the soft tune and tip-toes out of her room, slowly walking down the short hallway and back out into the tavern bar. She sees Malik and stops abruptly, wondering if he was still dangerous or not.
malik21 06-26-04, 10:51 PM	He sees Nezumi looking at him and in the song places "Hello,Who art thou?"
Lord Tarran 06-26-04, 11:35 PM	Good morning, Nezumi! Sleep well? Come over here, and tell me, what did you dream? He glances at Malik. Softly, he says to her mind: He doesn't remember you. I wiped his memory when I destroyed the dagger. I don't even think he remembers my snake form. I would just steer clear of reptiles for a while with him. Try to use your telepathy if you can, it will help the headache. Turning to Heimosu, Christopher smiles, careful to hide his fangs. Simply he asks: What kind of realm do you speak of? I have some experience in the matters of the Underworlds, both mortal and not. Maybe I can design a spell to creat this place as a ward from your creatures, so that you may have rest. If not, I have some recent understanding on removing curses. He smiles as Nezumi arrives, before calling to Malik: Malik, why don't you join us? We have much to discuss.
Exiled_Beauty 06-26-04, 11:39 PM	She goes to him, trustingly. It was hard for her to shake off her nervousness around Malik, but he did seem different now. "My dream? Oh, it was nothing..." she replies softly.
Drizzt 06-26-04, 11:42 PM	The door to the celler opens and Jarkeel enters the common room baring the eggs in his arms. "I have found these eggs in a crate housing a leftover spider" Jarkeel states calmly" Here you are, they are unharmed but I dont if i have combed the entire cellar". Jarkeel looks around for the prevailing music he heard upon entering the room and sees malik playing the instrument. " I see that hes calmed down a bit".
Lord Tarran 06-26-04, 11:46 PM	Christorper nods good heartedly to Jarkeel: Killing the demon that had possessed him helped. Just put the eggs down in the kitchen sink, get what you want, and take a rest. When your ready, could you go down and get the body? In telepathy, he says to Nezumi, with a smile in his tone: Your lying, my dear. Come, tell me. What was it about? The hunt, the moon, something else? I'm all brain.
Exiled_Beauty 06-26-04, 11:50 PM	She smirks a bit, reluctant to recall her nightmares. "Flashbacks.... of being so utterly alone," she telepathically voices, not realizing she did it in the first place. It took her a moment to realize that she did in fact. Was it that easy?
Drizzt 06-26-04, 11:52 PM	"That I can do" Says Jarkeel. He heads to the kictchen and puts the eggs into the sink as not to hurt them. He then proceeds to grab some bread and cheese and eats them quickly before poceeding to nab the body. as he goes to collect it he makes a quick search of the entire cellar to make sure he got them all.
malik21 06-26-04, 11:54 PM	Malik walks over to Christopher and turns the instrument into a top hat and pulls a rabbit out of the hat.The rabbit turns into a gecko.It crawls up Maliks leg and onto his head.It turns into a snake and goes over to Christopher."Hmm...I meant to turn it into you."he says pointing at Christopher. "I need to work on this some more...." he says happily,the snake dissapearing."What do you have need for discussion of the of?"Malik says joking around.
Lord Tarran 06-26-04, 11:54 PM	Christopher cringes suddenly, her voice very loud in his head. But he hears what she said, and responds telepathically: I remember those. When I was still being hounded by "good doers" I was often without aid, and was often tending to myself. Lonelyness when you are a creature of something so lonely tends to be unbalancing. And, my dear, try to be quiet when you use your mindvoice. My "hearing" is quite acute. You and I will have to work on it. Also, did you have any dreams about a black moon colliding with a red moon within a circle of stars? He sounds eager to find out the answer.
Lord Tarran 06-26-04, 11:57 PM	Christopher turns pale at the snake, and Malik's reasoning. It means he stills remembers that subconciously, he thinks to himself. Downstairs however, Jarkeel finds the body of a drow youth, instead of the spider. The boy has had awful slahes on his back, and wears the symbol of Shar. Meanwhile, Christopher says to Malik, out loud: We need to talk about who you are. What is the last thing you remember before waking up this morning.
Exiled_Beauty 06-26-04, 11:58 PM	Nezumi gasps and apologizes graciously. She then thinks about his question, trying to bring up anything from her dream that fit the description. "Bizarre.... but no, I did not. Is that bad?" she replies.
Drizzt 06-27-04, 12:08 AM	Jarkeel picks up the body and sighs thinking about his corrupt brothers and sisters. He makes his way up the stairs slowly, finally making his way up to the common room. " The body, christopher, where shall I put it?".
Arcuna 06-27-04, 12:10 AM	Heimosu's face gets tense as Christopher begins to channel his thoughts, but he relaxes and finds that after a good night's sleep, his burden feels much lighter. He watches Nezumi and Malik interacting, Malik meeting a new person and Nezumi trying to understand the situation. Heimosu then turns to Christopher, and responds: I did not have much time to learn its history, but I do know that the denizens of that bizarre world call their home Aquarane. Despite its name, there is actually very little water there. Technically speaking, it is actually a plane and not a realm, but I believe that it could be a link to another realm, if not many more. While most of the creatures there are deadly and for the most part mindless, there are some hospitable parts to it. From what I gathered, Aquarane does not seem like an afterlife world at all, and for that matter, no god resides in it. The plane is extremely unstable, and is likely to soon collapse upon itself. It is because of this that the hospitable groups took to me so well, and the monsters were always after me. I was from the outside world, and they needed a way out. After quite a long time, I discovered a run down city. The inhabitants claimed that their city was once a kingdom that thrived on arcane magic. After talking with many of the townspeople and gathering information, I managed to find the cellar of a long dead sorcerer. He had enough spell components and equipment to work out almost any spell. I began work on a customized Plane Shift that would be able to take me back home. It is very hard to work when you are being attacked every day, Heimosu says with a smile. But, after a while I had a spell that, with a little luck, could take me home. Unfortunately the spell partially backfired and I had to struggle between our plane, the Astral plane, and the hellish wasteland I was trying to escape. After a few minutes I managed to get back home, but at the cost of the portal never closing, giving my nightmares another chance to hunt me down. I would be glad to help you create a spell that would ward off the creatures, or even nullify the portal permanently. Just tell me what I can do. Heimosu then examines malik's wonderful instrument, and tries to forget about the hell he has lived for the past eight years. He then watches as Nezumi explains her dreams about her newfound power.
Lord Tarran 06-27-04, 12:16 AM	To her mind, Christopher tells Nezumi: No, it is good. If you had that dream, it means that Shar has had her eyes on you. But since you did not, it is possible... no it can't be. We'll discuss it later. When the others have gone to sleep, we will talk about a possibilty I have only just thought of. In the outside world however, Christopher said: Put the body away in the back room, next to the other ones in the closet. They are of the other spiders I killed. I haven't figured out what to do with them yet, so I'm just leaving them there. No, Heimosu, I can't close portals, but I can ward this place for your safety. I'm just going to need a drop of your blood, and something that came from the realm. The item will be destroyed however, so I would give me something you can part with.
Exiled_Beauty 06-27-04, 12:21 AM	Intrigued, Nezumi keeps quiet, sitting pleasantly on a chair beside the bar. She glances at the eggs in the sink behind the bar and blinks. Strange. Then she turns her head and leans against the counter, deep in thought. Her hair hangs over her shoulders like a dark cascade.
Drizzt 06-27-04, 12:22 AM	As he goes to put the body away he notices the symbol of shar. He stops and turns around "Christopher, do the drow around here worship shar and not lolth?" Jarkeel looks at christopher curiously, awaiting his answer.
Exiled_Beauty 06-27-04, 12:27 AM	"I am so uncertain, Christopher. Please... tell me what is to become of me..." she whispers telepathically, pleading to him with her eyes.
malik21 06-27-04, 12:29 AM	"You're afraid of snakes,aren't you?I saw you're face when the gecko turned into a snake. A walking staff appeared Malik grabbed it and hit it on the ground.It came to life and circled Malik. It closed in and wrapped around Malik.It disappeared and smoke enveloped Malik.In the smoke were words (answer to Chritophers question) The last thing I remember is thanking you for saving me from.....What did you save me from? Malik thinks to himself,but not in complete sentences adding several songs in between.
Lord Tarran 06-27-04, 12:29 AM	The drow do, yes, but the Faldriow, the werespiders, don't. They worship Shar, because she controls their cycles. Funny actually, all those in this area are naturals, they don't need the Darkmoon to transform them. I'm beginning to believe however, that, nearby there's a portal up to somewhere in the surface controlled by Shar. I mean there is a tunnel to the north that leads close to the Dale lands, I chased the original spiders out of it, where I slew them, but I'm not sure. Could you give me one of thier symbols of Shar. He broods a moment, before asking Nezumi in thought: Could you give me the symbol of Selune I gave you yesterday, I need to look at it.
Arcuna 06-27-04, 12:31 AM	Heimosu sighs, and in his left hand he produces a small ring, as if by sleight of hand. This ring grants the wearer amazing spellcasting ability, and can also temporarily increase your intelligence. I have never put it on, but the person who identified it for me told me so. Because I found it in the stomach of one of the...uh...Aquaraneian monsters--I suppose that would be the correct term--I decided not to use it for safety reasons. As for my blood, After handing Chris the ring (which by the way looks like a normal gold ring except for the small orange gems that line the inside, not outside, of the ring), he produces a rather dull knife and carefully makes a cut on the back of his arm. Where do you want the blood? ((OOC: Edited to be sure I was talking about an Aquaraneian monster, and not one of the kind denizens ;) )
Exiled_Beauty 06-27-04, 12:31 AM	"Oh, of course," she replies quickly, reaching into a small pocket and returning it to him.
Lord Tarran 06-27-04, 12:34 AM	I saved you from yourself Malik. And fear of snakes, no, but I'm suprised you're not. To Nezumi, in thought: I think, my dear, you may be chosen, like me. I had been hoping you weren't, to save yourself the trouble, but it appears, well, we'll see.
Drizzt 06-27-04, 12:35 AM	" That I could" Jarkeel sets the body down, takes the symbol and gives it to christopher. He then takes the body to the back and places it with the others and then comes out and sits down. looking he notices arcuna as if for the first time. " well who do we have here, could you give your name good sir?"
Exiled_Beauty 06-27-04, 12:36 AM	Nezumi sighs and returns to her chair, worried that more trouble and angst will be brought into her life because of this 'chosen' thing.
Lord Tarran 06-27-04, 12:38 AM	Quickly, in silverfire, Christopher draws a circle around the ring. He has the blood fall on the ring, before clapping his hand over it. When he draws away, nothing remains but the table as it was before. Heimosu's cut had healed as suddenly as it had appeared. It is done. This building, as long as you are in it, will keep the creatures from entering the portal. Taking the charm from Nezumi, and the symbol of Shar, Christopher places on at each temple of Nezumi's. Saying in his eyes for her to relax, he channel's Silverfire into her, looking for something, though even he was not sure what. Suddenly, as if by a dragon, Christopher found himself thrown across the room, smashing several tables. He does not rise, merely groans.
Arcuna 06-27-04, 12:39 AM	The man turns around, and is happy to find another friendly person. Such have unfortunately been a rare sight for him for some time. My name is Heimosu Steiner. And you are?
Exiled_Beauty 06-27-04, 12:41 AM	Nezumi shrieks and runs to him, kneeling beside him. "I'm... so sorry! What happened? Was it me?" she stammers, blinking.
Arcuna 06-27-04, 12:41 AM	Heimosu runs over to Christopher and checks to see if he is okay, let alone conscious.
Drizzt 06-27-04, 12:43 AM	" My name is Jarkeel...only Jarkeel" looking around Jarkeel watches as Christopher is thrown back. He gets up and takes a few leaping bounds over to him and asks" are you all right...what happened?".
Lord Tarran 06-27-04, 12:48 AM	Blinking himself, Christopher groans again, as he lies there, the shadows over his eyes gone, his snakes eyes quite visible. He sighs before saying: Nezumi, you did not cause this. It was my stupidity. Our kind has natural protections against mental intrusion, which I forgot about when I tried to search your subconcious for a sign of your power. I found it, you are chosen, but apparently, your power didn't recognize me, and flung me. I haven't felt this whipped since my first fight with one of our own. He groans, as he tries to push himself up, and can't. Please, some one, help me up to the a chair. Nezumi, find the Selune charm please. I felt the Shar one shatter. I think I might of cracked a few ribs.
malik21 06-27-04, 12:50 AM	Malik looks at Christopher.....the strange instrument appeared again.Malik plays it very different this time.There are quick jumps and sudden changes as if he didn't know what he was playing. His mood had changed and he is confused.The light goes down some ,but is still somewhat brighter.A basket appears."Why would I be afraid of snakes?"
Drizzt 06-27-04, 12:51 AM	Jarkeel helps christopher up and over to a chair. " why did the shar symbol shatter?" he asks.
Arcuna 06-27-04, 12:51 AM	Heimosu, who apparently has not noticed Chris' snake eyes, helps him into a chair. He then casts Cure Moderate Wounds, and checks to see if that was enough.
Exiled_Beauty 06-27-04, 12:53 AM	"...oh," she murmurs before making her way across the room and stooping to pick up the little charm. She felt guilty inside. Perhaps this new power of hers was worse than her previous condition. The last thing she wanted to happen was to harm those who really cared for her. Maybe she was even better off alone?! Nezumi prayed that it wouldn't be true. "Here it is," she calls over, darting back over to Christopher. She tries to appear calm inside.
Lord Tarran 06-27-04, 12:55 AM	He groans when the spells goes off, managing to stumble a bit into the kitchen. He says: Gentlemen, please excuse me. Nezumi, come in here, please!
Exiled_Beauty 06-27-04, 12:57 AM	"Hmm? Yes of course," she replies, hurrying to catch up with him, and also worrying more.
Arcuna 06-27-04, 12:59 AM	Heimosu, after tending to Chris' wounds, walks over to Nezumi calmly, so as not to scare her. He smiles at Nezumi, and says: If it makes you feel any better, no monster you may or may not be is worse than those I have had to face. While it is important that you learn what you are, you are in the comapny of friends, and should not feel bad about something you cannot change. He then lets the two have their conversation. ((Edited so that it wouldn't seem that Heimosu was trying to interrupt the conversation...))
Drizzt 06-27-04, 01:00 AM	" so Heimoso, where do you hail? the dalelands' I hear they are close by" Jarkeel asks him to lighten the mood.
malik21 06-27-04, 01:02 AM	Malik opens the basket and goes to the basket he pulls out a bottle with some liquid in it,"Wait Christopher.If you are injured this should help." malik said handing him the bottle. "Oh,and when you come back I have a question...."
Lord Tarran 06-27-04, 01:04 AM	As she enters the kitchen, Christopher is laid out on the floor, as scales begin tracing out and he begins to transform. As he transform, he does not grow longer, but merely stays coiled, moaning in a snakelike way. He curls himself in a way that allows Nezumi to sit on him, as he obviously means her to. When she takes the seat, he says. I can only heal in this form, my body is stiching itself back together right now. I felt you worrying about being a chosen, but don't worry, it is a joy, especially when you have company. You see, my sister was also chosen, and was killed about two years ago by a shadow dragon the two of us were hunting. When we slew it, she released her powers, and told me that one day I would meet another. My sister was a silver. When you formed, and were also metallic, I guessed that my sister's powers had found a new home. Selune has blessed you, my dear, in a way that few ever know, and even fewer understand. You have been given full control over your snake form, you have control of the Silverfire, your psionics are amazing. But you need training, and I need healing. You can use your Silverfire to heal me. Look deep within yourself, you'll find it, and call it out and ask it to heal me. Lets see what happens. ((Not exactly what you expect a twenty foot snake to say huh?))
Arcuna 06-27-04, 01:06 AM	Growing up, I actually lived on a caravan that simply travelled. We went through many cities and towns, and did quite a bit of travel through the dalelands, yes. However, I decided to leave the caravan and try to make a living as a freelancer. That worked up until I got plane shifted (Heimosu laughs as he says this). What about you?
Drizzt 06-27-04, 01:09 AM	" I come from the city of Drow known as Menzoberranzen" Jarkeel says quite gloomily. " but what about this planeshifted buisness, where did you end up?".
Exiled_Beauty 06-27-04, 01:10 AM	She nods solemnly, then attempts to find her healing properties within. She concentrates on helping him, on suceeding in her task. The warmth she was searching for envelopes her body and spreads to Christopher. The power was difficult to grasp at first, but Nezumi tried. After what seems like a long while she lets out a sigh and slumps backwards, losing her strength and nearly falling to the floor.
Exiled_Beauty 06-27-04, 01:11 AM	"Forgive me... I am weak," she whispers, before going unconcious.
Lord Tarran 06-27-04, 01:12 AM	Catching her in his coils, Christopher also lies his giant head down, one her lap, closing his massive eyes. He says simply in thought speech: Thank you. Now, what questions do you have my dear, while you rest. I do am exhausted. You are very young to have such incredible powers. Tell me, there must be something you wish to know. Seeing that she has fallen into unconcoiusness, he croons: You are not weak, just unfocused. Don't worry, we will both live to see the next mileniia. We have time.
malik21 06-27-04, 01:15 AM	Malik pulls a little fly out of the basket and lets it free. It goes into the kitchen. "I've always been nosy."
Arcuna 06-27-04, 01:15 AM	Well, roughly a year ago, for some reason I do not know, I got stuck in an unstable plane, called Aquarane, that quite possibly links to other realms. To make a long story short, I was forced to constantly fend off feinds not from this world. Heimosu materializes his two longswords again. These swords were specially created to be able to kill said fiends in a few trivial slashes. The only reason I still need them is because I am a living portal to their realm. The fiends come through at random, sometimes two or three times in an hour, and sometimes things are quiet for days. I have not had a safe place to sleep up until last night, so forgive me if I am a little territorial.
Arcuna 06-27-04, 01:17 AM	Heimosu eyes Malik cautiously, but at this point in time, thinks little of it.
Lord Tarran 06-27-04, 01:18 AM	The fly finds itself blown to pieces before it enters the kitchen. It appears that it is a no magic zone.
Exiled_Beauty 06-27-04, 01:19 AM	While Nezumi lies unconscious, nightmarish voices screech through her mind. 'You are still hated, do not forget it you demon!! You can pretend all you want, but you are still hunted! It shall be relentless, only until you give up, girl! Now wake up weakling and face the despair that is awaiting you!' And with that Nezumi awakes with a start, gasping and panting for breath, her eyes clouded and unadjusted to the darkness.
Drizzt 06-27-04, 01:20 AM	"hmm...I don't think christopher will appreciate that" looking back at heimonos he says " so you are a living potal, one way?" he asks
malik21 06-27-04, 01:20 AM	"Hey!What happened to my Fly?!"Malik yells.
Arcuna 06-27-04, 01:20 AM	"That is good to note," he thinks to himself. "I should only go in there if I absolutely need to." Heimosu smiles at Malik and shrugs his shoulders.
malik21 06-27-04, 01:26 AM	Malik looks for the fly.he hopes not to meet the same end as it but reaches for its remains.
Drizzt 06-27-04, 01:26 AM	Jarkeel waits a moment and syas " well?" to heimosos
Lord Tarran 06-27-04, 01:27 AM	Christopher comes back to a roaring awakenedness, just as Nezumi does. But unlike Nezumi, the great snake lengthens to full berth, and snatches in the darkness at a humanoid creature, throwing it from the shadows, into the light of the main hall. Its Malik, or correction, the demon who had posessed him. Slithering out in rage, the great cobra's eyes flash, stunning the beast, and draggin him onto the matierial. With a great hiss, fangs come flashing piercing the demon, before thrashing him, and throwing him, dead, to the floor. Quickly turning human, Christopher runs back into the kitchen, swooping the girl into his arms. My dear, what happened. I felt a great evil pass over your mind, before I killed the beast. Gods above, I hope this time the fool stays dead. ((Not Malik himself, but the apparation, ok?))
Arcuna 06-27-04, 01:27 AM	Heimosu's eyes widen with excitement when Jarkeel asks this, but quickly calms down and explains his reaction. Well I have never tried to send anything through it, and if I could, I would not know how to do so. But, if I could control it, then what if I could use these fiends to my advantage? For instance, a Summon Monster at will? I could turn my greatest disadvantage into my greatest strength! Heimosu, realizing that he is getting ahead of himself, calms back down. I am sorry, it is just that this portal is a critical problem for me, and being able to control it both ways could mean amazing power. I will have to practice that...But to answer your question, as far as I know it is only one way, from there to me.
Exiled_Beauty 06-27-04, 01:30 AM	Nezumi clings to him and tries to not cry. "The voices... they are right...." she whimpers, looking down.
Lord Tarran 06-27-04, 01:32 AM	What voices? What did they say. Come, sit.
Drizzt 06-27-04, 01:32 AM	" We would need some mage to tell us...wonder if elminsters busy?" Jarkeel cracks a smile at his inadvertant joke but regains his composure and goes on" anyways we need some way to test this"
Arcuna 06-27-04, 01:35 AM	Yes, and I am not ready to try to unleash what very well may be the death of me. I would at least like to wait until Christopher is done helping Nezumi, or at least until she can practice on her own. Heh, come to think of it, it is a lot scarier to think about now that I am actually trying to gain control over it. I think I'll wait until Chris has some sufficient free time.
Exiled_Beauty 06-27-04, 01:36 AM	"I'm still hated, I cannot escape that. Only despair awaits me," she explains, uncertainly. She brushes back her hair and closed her eyes. This was going to be a long night. But with Christopher around, Nezumi felt comforted.
Lord Tarran 06-27-04, 01:38 AM	Oh my dear He says as he gives her a hug. There is not much I can do but promise you that you will be hated here. The underdark is fairly accepting of us, and the churches of Selune above are trying to make it easier for us to pass above. I think the biggest problem you have though is your eyes. While here it is no big deal to our visitors, but would like to learn a charm that can change your eyes to something a little less unnerving to outsiders? Hmm?
Drizzt 06-27-04, 01:39 AM	" That would be a great idea but I must take my leave of you for I haven't had any rest for a day and a half now, I think I will retire" With that Jarkeel gets up and heads up to bed and sleep. (g'night guys i am retiring for the night)
Arcuna 06-27-04, 01:40 AM	(good night)
Exiled_Beauty 06-27-04, 01:41 AM	"No, I must accept them and I will not hide myself," she decides, suddenly feeling more ambitious. She glances at Christopher. "You have done so much for me..." she whispers sweetly.
Lord Tarran 06-27-04, 01:43 AM	And? Had you been in my place, I believe you would have done the same for me. But... He sees her smile. What are you thinking my dear, I can't read your mind.
Exiled_Beauty 06-27-04, 01:44 AM	"Were you trying?" she asks, blinking innocently, "Well... it does not matter. I mean, I only seek a way to thank you. And then, perhaps, I should be on my way."
Lord Tarran 06-27-04, 01:48 AM	He blinks at her in confusion, thinking "Females make no sense to me, no matter the species." He says however: I was not trying to read your mind, but I... I don't know. For the first time in a long time, I don't know anymore. It has been a long time since I've been around a female, longer still since I have been able to converse with one sanely. But, I would like you to stay here, at the inn. As my student, as my friend, as, hell, I don't know, my business partner, and... Why are you smiling so?
malik21 06-27-04, 01:51 AM	''What are they hiding from me?!!"Malik cries out. Malik takes out his instrument and begins to play. He plays fast yet slow.Blue and red lights appear around him as he plays.He goes into a trance ,still playing.
Exiled_Beauty 06-27-04, 01:52 AM	"You want me to stay? But all I've brought here is trouble and... and... well why do you want me to stay?" she stammers, crossing her arms over her chest defiantly. The voices tell her she's better off alone, on the run.
Lord Tarran 06-27-04, 01:56 AM	One: I need help running the inn, and I feel that I can trust you. Two: you need somewhere to stay, and I'm willing to give. Three: I enjoy your company, and like you. Four: You need training, I'm not allowing you to run off without being in full control of your powers. Five: Chosen of Selune are meant to work in groups of two. We're both chosen, see? And six: You're young and beautiful, and I truthfully need that around here to keep from going insane. He covers his mouth afterward, fearing he let to much slip out.
Arcuna 06-27-04, 01:57 AM	Heimosu walks over to malik and sits down across from him. Don't you think your time would be better spent waiting for them to come out? They would probably be willing to tell all of us more if you did not nag them. Regardless of what you do or say to them, they will me more willing if you let them tell you what they want to tell you.
Exiled_Beauty 06-27-04, 01:59 AM	"That's a lot of reasons..." she remarks after an awkward silence. She relaxes, content to stay but wary of the strange omens in her head. She tries to forget all that for now though and smiles cheerfully. "Then... I'll stay."
Lord Tarran 06-27-04, 02:01 AM	Good. But now, I'm tired, and must be off to bed. What are you going to do? Once she responds, he heads up to his room, and falls asleep as soon as he can. ((G'night!))
Arcuna 06-27-04, 02:03 AM	(I gotta go as well, so g'night all)
Exiled_Beauty 06-27-04, 02:03 AM	Nezumi glances about the inn before retreating back to her room. (k then, g'night!)
Lord Tarran 06-27-04, 01:18 PM	The next, well I guess you call it morning, but underground its hard to telll, Christopher woke up refreshed and ready. Senseing that no one was yet up in the inn, he quickly switched to snake form, to check himself for injuries, before heading downstairs in human form. Standing behind the bar, he suddenly remember's the werespider eggs, and heads into the kitchen to see what he would do with them. Of the 10 eggs that Jarkeel had brought up the stairs, it appeared that only one was fertile. Sending the other nine to start cooking (werespiders eggs are a rare delicacy), the werecobra looked over the egg with care. Seeing that it would hatch within the week, Christopher but it in the only place he knew it would be safe, upstairs, in his room. Not sure why, Christopher has decided to keep the werespider that will hatch. Probably to right the wrong of slaying his parents, even if they were evil. Raising him would make a good werespider, to help generations to come. Returning down stairs to the simmering of the eggs (damn they smell good!) Christopher heads into the closet, created by the unpleasant smell of rotting corspes. Suddenly he remembers that he had stashed the drow/Faldriow dead here. Rubbing his head, he throws Silverfire at them, and they dissappear in flame. Having sent them to the nearby Faldriow nest, he hoped that that would keep the rest of the bastards away and off his grounds. Once she was ready, he decided, he would take Nezumi out to hunt there. She would enjoy it. Spiders and Snakes weren't meant to get along, but hopefully the newborn would help make things a little easier. ((Edit: made it italics))
Exiled_Beauty 06-27-04, 01:46 PM	Nezumi wakes up soon, thinking to herself, 'I haven't slept like that in a long time...' She smoothes out her hair and then climbs out of bed, emerging from the hallway and out into the bar once again. She could hear sounds coming from the kitchen.
Arcuna 06-27-04, 01:50 PM	Heimosu comes downstairs roughly 5 minutes later, and looks around. Seeing that only Nezumi and Chris are up, he decides to talk to Chris about the idea Jarkeel sparked in him. He cautiously walks into the kitchen, making sure that the antimagic field is not still in place. (edit: fixed the italics)
Lord Tarran 06-27-04, 01:57 PM	Come in, Heimosu, its a no magic zone for magic that isn't mine. The ward is mine. You'll be okay. What do you want to talk about? Christopher said as he recast the black over his eyes.
Exiled_Beauty 06-27-04, 01:59 PM	Nezumi shyly follows Heimosu into the kitchen, hoping that she wasn't interrupting anything.
Arcuna 06-27-04, 02:02 PM	Heimosu motions to Nezumi to come in, implying that she is not in the way. I was talking to Jarkeel last night, and we came up with an idea. I wonder if it might be possible to use my portal as an advantage, such as, to actually summon fiends and have them fight for me, as opposed to against me. I know very little about the portal, though, so I would have to learn more about it first.
Lord Tarran 06-27-04, 02:21 PM	I would guess you would be able to, Heimosu, but I'm not sure. The Inn is warded, and you wouldn't be able to find out here. The only person i know who would be able to help you on that is Elminster, but I lost contact with him years ago. Turning to Nezumi, he says in thought: How did you sleep? Dreams?
malik21 06-27-04, 02:23 PM	Malik wakes up.A map appears."Darkhole Inn."The map turns into a layout of the Inn and little people appear on it with their names,eye color, and race (he doesnt pay much attention to the words)"Hmm,That's weird. I know three people are in the kitchen, but it doesn't show them. I guess the map doesn't work in there either." Malik said remembering the fly.
Exiled_Beauty 06-27-04, 02:26 PM	Nezumi shakes her head and replies, 'Nothing. No dreams at all, I actually liked it.'
Arcuna 06-27-04, 02:28 PM	Hmm, I will see what I can do about finding him. For now, though, I think I would rather not having do deal with my portal. Oh, and by the way, how much do I owe you for the room?
Lord Tarran 06-27-04, 02:41 PM	5 Silver, or just give me two gold for the week if you're staying. He says as he gets the omellette's out of the pans and onto the plates. Motioning for Nezumi and Heimosu to help, they bring the plates and the large pan with the second servings. To Nezumi he says, with a smile: Good. I'm glad that your haunting spirits have been laid to rest. Also, sometime later, could you ask me about the egg. Sometime after evreyone else is busy.
Exiled_Beauty 06-27-04, 02:46 PM	Nezumi tilts her head at the reference to the egg, a bit confused. But she neverminds his reason and finishes helping him with the food. "I have no money, Chris," she says, feeling quite pathetic, "How will I pay for my stay?"
Lord Tarran 06-27-04, 02:50 PM	As he digs into his eggs, savoring every bite, he whispers, As you will be staying as someone to help with the work around here, your room and board is free. Actually, I'll be paying you wages. Which reminds me, I owe Jarkeel a few coins for slaying the spider....
Arcuna 06-27-04, 02:52 PM	After setting down the pan and plates, Heimosu hands Christopher the two gold. I feel kind of bad about Jarkeel and Malik not being here to taste this, so I'll go get them...after I'm done :D
Exiled_Beauty 06-27-04, 02:55 PM	Nezumi blinks, then says, "If that is ok with you. I'll try not to be a burden." Then she sighs and sits in a nearby chair.
Lord Tarran 06-27-04, 02:58 PM	You won't be a burden, my dear, I have taken a liking to you. It is good to be in the company of a fellow... well, you know. Now eat, enjoy. These should be good, seeing that they are so fresh.
malik21 06-27-04, 03:06 PM	Malik smells eggs."That smells good.I could use some breakfast myself. I feel like I haven't had a bite to eat in fifteen years!" A plate of sushi appears."I wonder if anyone else wants some...Nah they got eggs."
Exiled_Beauty 06-27-04, 03:07 PM	She smiles comfortingly, and then takes a plate with some egg on it. As she eats, she thinks of her future. It could be brighter than she had thought, especially since she wasn't alone anymore.
malik21 06-27-04, 03:46 PM	Malik finishes eating.His instrument appears(from now on called a Lutare) and he begins to play. The map floats up in front of him and to anyone who can't read his mind ;) it would just look like sheet music.
Lord Tarran 06-27-04, 08:24 PM	As he finishes eating, Christopher spells the kitchen to clean up. Then, he heads upstairs to his room, getting blankets and such to comfort the egg. Also, he gets a large symbl of Selune, and puts it around the egg. On the door is a note. It reads: Nezumi, you may enter, but knock first please.
malik21 06-27-04, 09:27 PM	Malik sees Christopher on the map and taps the copy of Christopher on the shoulder and says: "Memories cut from the mind can cut right back. What are you hiding from me Christopher? Please tell me. Why would I be afraid of snakes? How did you save me from 'myself'?" If the map works where Christopher is ,Chris should be able to hear Malik.
Arcuna 06-27-04, 09:40 PM	After watching the self cleaning kitchen for a little while, Heimosu materializes a black book with two buckles on it. He concentrates on the book for a second, and then opens the buckles as if they were unlocked the whole time. If you all will excuse me, I have to memorize my spells and meditate for a while. Heimosu moves to a table in the corner of the room and begins reading what is apparently his spellbook. After about ten minutes, he will have closed his eyes, apparently in a deep trance. Assuming there are no magical barriers in his room, Christopher can faintly detect Heimosu channeling his portal granted powers. (EB if you decide that Nezumi is advanced enough by now, then she can feel it as well) ((Edited to fix a few spelling and grammar errors.))
malik21 06-27-04, 10:58 PM	While waiting for a reply from Chris ,Malik watches Heimosu..."Hmm.He's odd. I wonder what he's doing..."
Exiled_Beauty 06-27-04, 11:38 PM	Nezumi glances at Heimosu and decides to leave him in peace and quiet, walking nearly silently to the rooms upstairs. She sees the door with the note on it and knocks softly, then slowly opening the door. "It is me," she calls, wondering what he could be doing and why she was allowed in. "What are you doing? I mean... if it's all right that I ask..."
Lord Tarran 06-28-04, 02:55 AM	Blanking out Malik, Christopher turns to Nezumi, having finished nesting the egg. He says aloud, very excited, so much so that he seems to be having trouble keeping his human shape. This morning, when I looked over the eggs, I found that this one was fertilized. Now, it's in its last week of gestation before hatching into a young Feldriow, and I was thinking about raising it. Mind, with you around, it will be two hands and two pairs of eyes looking over the bug, but.... OK.... I'll tell you the reason. Werecobra and Werespider have never gotten along, ever, mostly because of racial prejudice propagated in their culuture, and our dislike of genocidal hunts against us. So I figured, if we raise one here, as a I don't know, pet?, the Feldriow will give me and you a break. That is, if they don't just kill us out right. I sent bodies this morning to them. ((G'night everyone. I'll try to post tommorrow. And what times zones are you people living in that you're keeping up with me at all hours. It's nearly 3 for me, you guys?))
malik21 06-28-04, 03:04 AM	((OOC: I'm in the Central time zone. I'm one hour behind you)) "Hmm.He isn't responding. I'll try the girl" He taps the fake Nezumi on the shoulder. "Hello?What's your name?"
Arcuna 06-28-04, 02:25 PM	((OOC: I'm in Central as well.)) After another twenty minutes have passed, Heimosu opens his eyes again. He closes his spellbook and it vanishes afterward. Heimosu calmly walks over to Malik with even so much as a slight smile, which is obviously awkward for him. He sits down next to Malik. He looks directly at the spot where Malik just tapped, and asks, I'm curious. Where did you get that instrument, and how can it manipulate emotions so easily, if you don't mind my asking?
malik21 06-28-04, 02:40 PM	"I think I made it......Well I'm not exactly sure...." Malik says not taking his eyes off the map. "Do you want one?"
Arcuna 06-28-04, 03:13 PM	Heimosu again smiles, which feels so strange, and yet so welcoming to him. "It really has been too long since I was in the company of friends," he thinks to himself. Sure, though I am not sure I would know how to play it, he laughs.
malik21 06-28-04, 03:24 PM	Another one appears and floats towards Heimosu. "Allow your heart to play the instrument for you pluck and blow when your feel. What you think will be the words,what you feel in your soul will be music. You need not to think complexly. Here, try."
Arcuna 06-28-04, 03:53 PM	Heimosu slowly and cautiously grabs it, as a baby might pick up a new toy. He examines it, feels it in his hands, and puts it to his mouth. "Just when I thought I would be left in darkness forever, this Inn comes along. Thank all that is good in the world, my hellish nightmare has ended." With that in mind, Heimosu begins to play. It is not a fluent as when Malik played, but nonetheless it brings a calm, happy mood to everyone inside the inn, and even the darker corners seem to glow with their own inner light. After a minute or two, he stops. Wow...that was amazing! What do you call this instrument, anyway? As Malik answers, Heimosu continues to marvel at his new instrument.
malik21 06-28-04, 04:01 PM	"That was great! I really don't have a name that suits the music it plays,would you name it?"
Arcuna 06-28-04, 04:14 PM	Hmm...Now that's an interesting task. I'll have to think about that. ((OOC: Should I just say lutare? Or is that the easy way out ;) ))
malik21 06-28-04, 04:33 PM	((Name it whatever you want. Lutare is the ez way out))
Arcuna 06-28-04, 05:06 PM	((OOC: sorry about my lack of creativity, but when it comes to names I have a very hard time thinking up stuff, so if you dont mind I'm just gonna go with lutare :embarrass )) Heimosu thinks for a while, and then finally says, Hmm, what about lutare?
malik21 06-28-04, 06:12 PM	((Oh boy. I try to abandon a name and what do I get?:D )) "Good name"
malik21 06-28-04, 06:59 PM	Malik returns to waiting for Nezumi to reply.
Exiled_Beauty 06-28-04, 09:28 PM	Nezumi tilts her head, interested in Chris's idea, but at the same time confused. Had she heard something in her mind other than Chris? "Get out my head, Malik," she replies to him.
malik21 06-28-04, 09:38 PM	"Please! I beg of you! Only your name!"he cries out "I mean not to hurt you! Please!
Exiled_Beauty 06-28-04, 09:40 PM	"Oh... forgive me... you just alarmed me so. I am Nezumi," she replies before standing beside Chris and looking down at the egg curiously.
Arcuna 06-28-04, 09:47 PM	Heimosu looks at the floating sheet music and wonders why Malik is staring so intently at it. You know, if you need to change that note, I have a pen and some ink...
malik21 06-28-04, 09:53 PM	"Thank you." Malik says the map disappearing. "Thank you so much.....Nezumi."he says mentally to Nezumi. He turns to Heimosu,"Oh, no I....I....I...hmm.... I'll tell you the truth." The map returns and the people are visable on it to Heimosu. "......."
Exiled_Beauty 06-28-04, 09:53 PM	"Of course..."
Arcuna 06-28-04, 09:58 PM	((lol poor Nezumi ;) )
Exiled_Beauty 06-28-04, 10:33 PM	((poor me? :eek: what's malik plotting?))
Arcuna 06-28-04, 10:36 PM	((no I just mean Nezumi has been through a lot, and it keeps coming lol))
Arcuna 06-28-04, 10:39 PM	Heimosu looks at the map and then understands. Oh, I see. the dot you were touching was actually Nezumi. Now it makes sense. Yeah, dont take it personally if she doesn't take to you right away. She has it rough.
malik21 06-28-04, 10:58 PM	He puts his hand on the shoulder of the copy of Heimosu and Heimosu should feel it. "Why does she have it rough?"
Lord Tarran 06-28-04, 11:01 PM	Christopher, still waiting to hear from Nezumi of what she thinks of his plans, senses the interference of Malik in her mind. He reaches over, and moves the hair back from around her ear, letting loose a small surge of silverfire. It holds this message: I think that you should be taught to ward your mind from unwanted problems. I just blocked psionics on you for ten minutes while I teach you. Its simple actually. He speaks now, aloud, as the walls suddenly glow with silverfire, as if the room was suddenly warded from all interactions. Simply imagine a wall that surrounds your mind. When you block out contact, remember to be specific, or the only people that will be able to even use telepathy will be other werecobras. But considering that you've only been using your mind voice with me, and I with you, I guess that isn't so bad. He smiles, good hearted, as he draws his powers back into himself.
Exiled_Beauty 06-28-04, 11:05 PM	Nezumi nods, eagerly learning new things every moment she was with Christopher. She glances at the egg once more before replying, 'Your idea is good. Why bother asking me about it? It is... your choice after all.'
Arcuna 06-28-04, 11:05 PM	Heimosu searches for the right words for a second, then replies. I think it would be best for her to tell you on her own time. I am not really comfortable with telling the world about other people's problems. Nothing personal, though. It just doesn't feel right.
Lord Tarran 06-28-04, 11:10 PM	((;) Good move Arcuna!)) He glances at her as he gets up and opens the door, waiting for her to exit before he follows, closing it and spelling it locked. As they head back downstairs he says: Yes, its my decision, but also yours. I wanted to make sure you were okay with werespider. I have a confession. I slew the eggs parents and his brothers. Jarkeel finished off the clan when he killed the one in the basement yesterday. This is the only one left. It would be a service to all that lives to slay the creature before it is born, but I feel that he will be more good if I allow him to live. I just wanted to know what you think.
Exiled_Beauty 06-28-04, 11:13 PM	"It's noble and caring of you," she says, making eye contact with him for a slight second, then looking away quickly.
Lord Tarran 06-28-04, 11:18 PM	He looks at her, amuseded and concerned at the same time. He says softly, I'm not going to look into your mind for lies, I can't. Tell me the truth, what's wrong. If you've had trouble with Feldriow before... I understand. What's wrong, I'll see what I can do. ((Is it just me, or do I say What's Wrong? an awful lot.))
malik21 06-28-04, 11:20 PM	Malik smiles at Heimosu."I understand." He tries to get through to Nezumi,but can't. "Hmm I can't reach her."
Exiled_Beauty 06-28-04, 11:21 PM	((bleh, it must be you)) She shakes her head and says shyly, "No, nothing like that. It has nothing to do with spiders...nothing at all..."
Arcuna 06-28-04, 11:24 PM	Well I can hear them coming down the stairs now, so maybe they're done. As Christopher and Nezumi enter the main room, Heimosu greets them with a cheerful "Hi!"
Lord Tarran 06-28-04, 11:25 PM	He smiles, now generally amused and happy. He shakes his head and says simply, Mind reading or no, you just lied to me, badly. My empathic abilities aren't just for normal humans you know. They're to tell what other ones of us are thinking and feeling. Now honestly, what's with spiders. ((No, I meant including variations of the statement, like above.))
Exiled_Beauty 06-28-04, 11:29 PM	Nezumi looks down, blushing. "It's not spiders, that's the truth! It's you!" she stammers, turning away, embarrassed.
Arcuna 06-28-04, 11:30 PM	((going off for a half hour, ill be back))
malik21 06-28-04, 11:31 PM	"Oh...Hello Nezumi and Christopher!"Malik says smiling
Exiled_Beauty 06-28-04, 11:32 PM	Nezumi looks to Malik and smiles. "Hello," she replies, attempting to avoid Chris's reaction.
Lord Tarran 06-28-04, 11:35 PM	Flabberghasted and confused, Christopher plops himself in a chair at the bar, calling a mug of tea to him. He blinks:uh-huh: confused, trying to put it all together in his head. Not able to he says, Umm... what? ((:D Nice one, Ex Be(Hope you don't mind!) and I have decided to play this like the male I am, totally confused around girls when it hits him. I forgot, she's a teen, and he's well physically he's a teen to, mentally he's ancient and newborn, and chornologcally, he's 25. Oh what fun!)))
Exiled_Beauty 06-28-04, 11:39 PM	((heh, bring it on)) Nezumi glances side-long at Chris, wishing she was still the quiet little girl. "I didn't mean that... I just... you wouldn't understand," she struggles for something to say, trying to not to seem hurtful.
malik21 06-28-04, 11:43 PM	Malik thinks to himself "Nezumi ,Nezumi, Nezumi." Hoping it will bring back his memories.
Lord Tarran 06-28-04, 11:44 PM	I'm sure, Nezumi, that I would understand perfectly. It's just, well, you have me confused and... He storms into the kitchen, bringing the wards up full, and shielding it from all view. He calls to her mind, using his powers as a werecobra to go over her wall and say: Nezumi, please come into the kitchen. I have something very important to talk to you about.
Exiled_Beauty 06-28-04, 11:46 PM	Startled a bit, Nezumi does what she's told and follows him, uncertainly. 'What have I done?' she asks herself.
Lord Tarran 06-28-04, 11:52 PM	His generally low voice slides up to a much higher octave as he says I don't understand what's going on. We were talking about the Feldriow egg, and you told me everything was okay. I got that. Then I asked what was wrong, was it about spiders. Again you said no. I asked what is it. Its me! I don't understand. You say I won't. But you didn't tell me. I... I... I... He falls to the floor, exhausted suddenly from saying that all in one breath. He puts his head in his hands, shaking it. What's going on? I don't understand. I've known you for what? five days, and you have me feeling strange, and something about me's happening with you, and I ... What's wrong, Nezumi? ((Babbling: What males do when they don't know what to do.))
Exiled_Beauty 06-28-04, 11:57 PM	Shocked, Nezumi backs away. "I told you I'm trouble. It's all I bring to anyone... and everyone...I shall leave this place at once, I'm so sorry," she cries, fleeing from the kitchen.
Arcuna 06-29-04, 12:02 AM	Heimosu notices Nezumi running from the kitchen (kinda hard to miss :P ), and is easily reminded of his teen years. He leans down next to Malik. Quietly, he says, I can tell that you want to know more about her. Now might be your chance. You should go talk to her, try to calm her down. But don't take it personally if she doesn't let you help, that's just the way girls are sometimes. You might even want to try to calm her with your lutare. It worked wonders for me. ((OOC: Don't take that last statement the wrong way ;) , Heimosu is just new to the emotion of happiness.))
Exiled_Beauty 06-29-04, 12:04 AM	Nezumi stops to open the door and leave outside, into the cold morning. She holds back the tears in her eyes and steps outside.
malik21 06-29-04, 12:09 AM	Malik goes outside and Steps in front of Nezumi "Please don't go.You bring a happiness and brightness to the Inn that isn't brought by instruments or jewelry or even gods themselves.Christopher needs you.Will you walk out and leave him alone?
Exiled_Beauty 06-29-04, 12:11 AM	She stares at him, then bursts into tears.
Arcuna 06-29-04, 12:13 AM	[I]Heimosu quietly gets up and walks over to Christopher.[I]
Lord Tarran 06-29-04, 12:14 AM	Suddenly very worried, Christophr takes snake form and heads out the backdoor. Keeping his hood in, he rounds the corner, detecting Nezumi by scent. He lays his large head on her shoulder, saying to her mind: Nezumi, my dear, you bring me no trouble. You bring me a great deal of joy, and I still barely know you. Malik is going to come out that door in a minute, eager to know more about you and befriend you. Myself, I'm not sure what these feelings for you are, as you are confused about me, I think. I have never felt this, but it feels a little like faith, a little like joy, a little like friendship. He resumes human form, lying his head on her shoulder still. I don't know the word for it, but I do know... he pecks her on the cheek, that that was appropriate. He goes back around and through the kitchen, sitting at the bar, drinking his tea looking confused still, but with a strange joy in his eyes, now unhidden by the illusion of shadow. He smiles, waiting to hear what she says to his mind. ((This is going to be most interesting. ))
Arcuna 06-29-04, 12:16 AM	He sits down next to Chris. Hey, you okay?
malik21 06-29-04, 12:16 AM	"Please, Nezumi. Do it for Chris.Don't cry."
Exiled_Beauty 06-29-04, 12:19 AM	Nezumi sighs, then looks to Malik. "Don't worry," she says softly. With much hesitation, Nezumi slips back inside the bar, looking down at the floor shyly.
Lord Tarran 06-29-04, 12:21 AM	His eyes light up as Nezumi re enters the inn. Yes, I believe I am. He says as he motions for Nezumi to sit at the bar. In thought he says to her: Hi.
Arcuna 06-29-04, 12:23 AM	Noticing that Nezumi has returned, Heimosu quietly says, well that was quick. I'll leave you two alone to talk. He takes his place back at the table he was at before.
Exiled_Beauty 06-29-04, 12:24 AM	She makes her way over, sitting nearby. 'Have I done anything wrong? I mean, I upset you...' she asks mentally, averting her shining eyes.
malik21 06-29-04, 12:26 AM	Malik follows Nezumi in a begins to play the Lutare "Would you like to join me?"he says to Heimosu.
Lord Tarran 06-29-04, 12:27 AM	No, I believe that the two of us just made a great right. I still don't know what the word is though. ((THAT"S YOUR CUE BARD MAN!:D))
Arcuna 06-29-04, 12:28 AM	Gladly. Heimosu puts his lutare to his mouth again (he hasn't actually put it away yet) and begins to pluck the strings.
malik21 06-29-04, 12:30 AM	Malik sees the two sitting together and smiles.
Exiled_Beauty 06-29-04, 12:32 AM	Nezumi gets up to leave, too shy to stay in the room any longer. What was wrong with her? She decided to seperate herself from everyone, it could be less painful that way. No one could hurt her, she could hurt no one.
Lord Tarran 06-29-04, 12:38 AM	Nezumi, please, come with me for a walk, we'll talk, Christopher says as he walks to the front door waiting for her. To Heimosu he says, Hold down the fort. We'll be back ... soon. As she approaches, he says in thought speech: You, my dear, I need to talk to about us. It seems we have both put ourselves into a very unfamiliar situation.
Arcuna 06-29-04, 12:40 AM	Heimosu catches Christopher's glance, and nods. He continues to play.
Exiled_Beauty 06-29-04, 12:40 AM	Nezumi looks worried, but agrees to go with him. 'I... well, ok.' she replies. Was she really that transparent?
Lord Tarran 06-29-04, 12:45 AM	((OOC:Yup:D)) As they walk down the long cave, towards the peering dawn at the mouth, Christopher tries to put into words what he's feeling, which he remembered the word for: Love. But, being male and well, never even had a crush before, he's a little confused. Walking for a while, he says: Umm... do you feel as odd as I do? I'm, I'm at a loss for words right now. I've never felt this way, and you, you just, you are fun to be around, and.... help me...
Exiled_Beauty 06-29-04, 12:50 AM	"Odd? Do I really make you feel... odd?" she asks, staring at him unreadably. 'You're the only one who cares, who comforts me and... is just near me...' she says on the inside, softly as a whisper.
Lord Tarran 06-29-04, 12:53 AM	No, no, not odd, but something I'm not familiar with. I have long been a master of reading people through their thoughts and emotions. But I can't read you beyond truthsaying, and I can't read myself at all. I'm just... you make me feel different Nezumi. He looks at her longingly, though he doesn't realize he. He unconciusly takes her hand as they head closer to the light.
malik21 06-29-04, 12:54 AM	Malik watches them leave and then quickly says to Heimosu "Time to turn this moldy Inn into a romantic getaway." The bar rearanges suddenly to turn into a wonderful resturaunt.
Exiled_Beauty 06-29-04, 12:58 AM	"What do you mean? You're starting to worry me," she replies, blinking at him with her usual innocence.
Arcuna 06-29-04, 01:01 AM	Heimosu takes his luatre form his mouth, and says, Thats a useful trick. Now if only you could stick out your tongue and touch your nose. :P Heimosu laughs (all in good fun of course), and then looks around. Everything seems so perfect. Yeah, I wonder how long it's been since the outside has gotten a good cleaning? I'll go take care of that. You think Chris has a cleaning rag and a really big bucket in the kitchen? He goes in to look for one.
Lord Tarran 06-29-04, 01:01 AM	I don't mean to, honestly! But... you make this reptile feel warm if that makes sense. You radiate a feeling that I enjoy greatly, though I can't name it. Again, unconciously, he holds her hand more firmly, pulling himself slightly closer.
Exiled_Beauty 06-29-04, 01:04 AM	Nezumi is nervous as he draws closer. "What are you doing?" she asks suddenly, blushing quite noticibly. 'No, I won't admit it. I won't...' she tells herself.
malik21 06-29-04, 01:05 AM	Malik's clothes suddenly change.He is wearing what looks like a tux and two menus appear before him.
Arcuna 06-29-04, 01:07 AM	Heimosu peers through the doorway to see what the small noise was. Wow, I must say I am impressed! What did you do for a living before you came here?
Exiled_Beauty 06-29-04, 01:07 AM	((lol @ Malik))
Lord Tarran 06-29-04, 01:07 AM	What? Oh... sorry... Suddenly noticing what his hand and body had done he tries to pull away. ((;) I feel so dirty.))
Exiled_Beauty 06-29-04, 01:10 AM	Nezumi blinks again. 'Why can't I tell him..?' she asks herself, but quickly dismisses it. "I was going to stay here with you because you said I needed training... but this does not seem to be training for anything... rational," she begins, peering into his eyes, "...but..."
Arcuna 06-29-04, 01:11 AM	((Well well, things are starting to heat up, aren't they? ;) )) Heimosu comes out with the rag and bucket he was looking for. He proceeds to the doorway. I'll be out here if you need me, just gonna clean off the front of this place, make it look more welcoming. Heimosu walks out the front door and Malik can hear him casting Create water into the bucket. He then proceeds to clean off the windows.
malik21 06-29-04, 01:11 AM	Malik looks at Heimosu "I think I forgot." he says smiling. "Would you mind playing the Lutare when they get here?"
Arcuna 06-29-04, 01:12 AM	No problem, he says as he closes the door. ((oh and by the way, Tarran, how far outside the inn does Chris' ward work?))
malik21 06-29-04, 01:15 AM	Malik goes outside and begins to set up fireworks."I'm going to end their date with a bang"
Lord Tarran 06-29-04, 01:17 AM	((Five feet from the walls, Arcuna. Don't stray to far.)) This is not training, my dear, well, at least not for your werecobrahood. Its a lesson for the two of us I think, and it is one I am willing to learn, as soon as I can guess what it all means. I mean, I don't get it any more than you do. His hand and body have returned to where they had been, again against Christopher's knowledge. His body seems to be content being near her, without consulting his brain.
Arcuna 06-29-04, 01:18 AM	You find that somehow, Heimosu has managed to get up on the roof, and has proceeded to clean off the Inn sign. Be careful with those. We don't want them bouncing off of the cave ceiling, though it is a good 30 (correct me if I am wrong) feet up.
Exiled_Beauty 06-29-04, 01:20 AM	Nezumi can stand it no longer. 'Please, Christopher, tell me you love me!' she pleads, looking up to him.
malik21 06-29-04, 01:23 AM	"Oh dont worry ,Heimosu.THey are enchanted not to come in contavt with anything.You could blow one up in my face and it not hurt."
Lord Tarran 06-29-04, 01:23 AM	His lips answer before his mind even has a chance to respond, as they meet with Nezumi's, with all the proverbial lightning, and some very real magical flares of Silverfire, though Christopher has the feeling that they all aren't his. Breaking the kiss, he says, with a smile and a strange air around his voice, as he wraps an arm around her an escorts her to the inn: Yes, I belive I do.
Arcuna 06-29-04, 01:24 AM	After a good ten minutes, Heimosu has managed to give the front of the Inn a good scrubbing. While it is far from squeaky clean, it is already a big improvement. Well, That will have to do for now. They probably won't be back for a while, so maybe I will get another chance to give it a better scrubbing.
Arcuna 06-29-04, 01:27 AM	After cleaning himself, the bucket, and the rag, Heimosu waits patiently by one of the windows. After a minute or two, he sees them coming. Well that wasn't long, and it looks like they got out what needed to be said. Heimosu takes his position in the corner, and begins to play a romantic song.
malik21 06-29-04, 01:28 AM	Malik waits by the door ready to greet them
Exiled_Beauty 06-29-04, 01:28 AM	Nezumi's troubles seems to vanish, although she scolds herself for being so dumb. She continues back to the inn with him, contentedly. 'Forgive me, for I cannot think of anything to say to you...' she says within.
Lord Tarran 06-29-04, 01:34 AM	I, honestly, don't have much to say either. It appears that he's quite content to remain holding her, and walking closer to the inn.
Exiled_Beauty 06-29-04, 01:35 AM	((I gotta go for tonight... :( goodnight everyone!))
Arcuna 06-29-04, 01:35 AM	((aww, g'night))
Drizzt 06-29-04, 01:36 AM	( Your country has an election and look what you miss, lol) Jarkeel finally wakes up after a long sleep and makes his way down to the common room. Seeing the difference in decor he looks around and makes his way to the kitchen, being hungry and having a rather large appeite he starts cooking. He makes two servings of patatoes, corn and two chicken breasts, slicing some bread and buttering it.
malik21 06-29-04, 01:37 AM	((yeah lets all take a break we can pick up on it tommorow))
Arcuna 06-29-04, 01:38 AM	((okay then, I'll try not to sleep in too late :P g'night all))
Lord Tarran 06-29-04, 01:38 AM	((Sorry Drizzt, but we're all going to bed now. G'night. :())
malik21 06-29-04, 05:09 PM	Malik pokes his head back inside for a second.He winks at Heimosu and Heimosu's clothes change to look like what Malik is wearing except very frilly. Malik stifles a laugh and goes back outside.
Exiled_Beauty 06-29-04, 06:53 PM	Nezumi looks up at Christopher, wonderingly.
Arcuna 06-29-04, 06:55 PM	Heimosu decides to put up with it for now. ((Meanie head :( jk))
malik21 06-29-04, 06:59 PM	Malik,still laughing, sees them coming and sets off a small firework.It made no noise,but put a sparkling heart above them.
Opalisque 06-29-04, 07:09 PM	Through all the commotion around the tavern, a woman of exquisite beauty had wandered down in the strange cave. At first she did not believe the signs up on the surface had been right in directing her down here, but she soon saw the inn sign and was glad for it. She brushed back her long chestnut brown hair and walked pleasantly towards the enterance. She spots Malik outside, a bit confused at his setting off fireworks, and greets him in a smooth, sweet voice, "Why hello stranger. Are you the Innkeeper?"
Arcuna 06-29-04, 07:24 PM	Heimosu notices the newcomer outside. Quickly he opens the door and welcomes her in. Welcome to the Darkhole Inn. The innkeeper is out right now, so if you need anything I can take care of it for now. Lunch was just about to be served. Realizing that he is wearing a dorky, frilly outfit, Heimosu gives a shudder of embarassment. I'll explain the getup later... he says as he shoots a mock-angry glance at Malik.
Opalisque 06-29-04, 07:31 PM	"Oh..." she replies after seeing the other man come outside. What an odd guy. No matter, she still walks inside with him. "I've been on the road for so very long..." she comments, sighing wearily and looking at him. Her eyes are emerald green, dark and endless. She seemed to just radiate beauty, but also intelligiance.
Arcuna 06-29-04, 07:36 PM	Again, a little embarassed, Heimosu begins to explain the fancy restaraunt look. It's the innkeeper's fisrt date. We figured we'd help him out a little by setting the mood. If you wouldn't mind waiting a few more minutes, we will be serving lunch. Or, you can go in to the kitchen and get yourself something to eat if you like.
Opalisque 06-29-04, 07:41 PM	"I shall just rest here, if that is ok. Or do you mind my company?" she asks, smoothing out her hair and brushing off her bag that she sets down beside a table. It makes a 'chink' noise as it lands on the floor, obviously something inside was metal. The woman sits down in a chair, leisurely.
Arcuna 06-29-04, 07:44 PM	Not at all, he says.
Opalisque 06-29-04, 07:48 PM	"This is a strange location for a tavern, don't you think? I came looking around here for treasure... but I find none. :rolleyes: No matter, I have all the loot I need!" she comments cheerfully, smiling warmly to Heimosu.
Arcuna 06-29-04, 07:51 PM	Well, to be honest, I know almost nothing about the surrounding area. For all I know, there could be a dragon's nest just around the corner, though that's highly unlikely ;)
Opalisque 06-29-04, 07:57 PM	"You're not from around here? And you work at this Inn?" she asks after a moment, peering over at him. "Oh, my. I apologize for my manners! I have robbed you of the gift of knowing my name. I am Jessica, a fine treasure hunter. And you are...?" She gives him a flirty look. But not too daring.
Arcuna 06-29-04, 08:00 PM	My name is Heimosu Steiner, he says smiling. Actually, I don't work here, I am merely taking over for a half hour or so while the real innkeeper takes a break, so to speak.
Opalisque 06-29-04, 08:03 PM	"Interesting..." she whispers, then begins to go through her bag, fumbling through what sounds like coins and amulets and other treasure. "Oh here it is!" she remarks to herself, taking out a little satchel. It held her money.
malik21 06-29-04, 08:56 PM	Malik walks in for a second and looks at Jessica and then at Heimosu. "Haha,I didn't expect anyone else was going to come,I bet your embarassed." Suddenly all the frills on Heimosu's tux disappear. "There you go."
Arcuna 06-29-04, 09:46 PM	Heimosu gives a great sigh of relief. Thanks. I was beginning to think that I was in for an evening of humiliation. Heimosu goes back to his corner and continues to play.
malik21 06-29-04, 10:04 PM	Malik goes back outside
Lord Tarran 06-29-04, 10:50 PM	Feeling the entrance of Jessica into the inn, Christopher hurries along towards the inn, Nezumi in tow. As they enter the inn, still both much in dream state, he sits her down, walking over to his new guest. He says My name is Christopher, and welcome to the Dark Hole Inn. I see that Heimosu has explained to you what's going on and.... As if out of a dream, he sees what has been done to his inn. Cracking his knuckles, his good mood suddenly failing beneath him. Walking quickly over to Nezumi, he says, aloud for once: Can we talk later, my dear? I have a few crisises to take care off. With a wave of his hand, the inner rooms are restored to their homely appearance. It appears that Christopher doesn't like the fancy look, as he storms, as if in teenage tantrum, to behind the bar. To Jessica, he says: Jessica, we will be serving lunch momentarily. Just take a seat, and make your self at home. As for your questions about the nearby area, there's nothing, beside the tunnel leading out into Shadowdale, and the Feldriow nest. Calling to the object of his affection in thought, he pours himself a mug of tea, as well as one for Nezumi if she comes over. He sips it dreamily while he gazes into her golden eyes.
malik21 06-29-04, 10:57 PM	Malik,still wearing his tux, walks up to Christopher,"Um,....Chris?"
Lord Tarran 06-29-04, 11:03 PM	Knowing that Malik was the cause for the enchantments on his inn, Christopher kept a straight, even, and calm tone and demeanor when he said Yes?
malik21 06-29-04, 11:17 PM	"You don't want a date with Nezumi besides the walk?We were going to have a restraunt for you guys, followed by a show... I hope I didn't make you mad by changing the Inn.It was only for today. I was hoping to give you and Nezumi more time to bond...." His tux turns back into a white coat and he begins to walk out,looking at the ground like a school boy who's done something wrong.
Drizzt 06-29-04, 11:24 PM	looking out of the kitchen, Jarkeel sees everyone hhas arived back at the inn. " hmm...Christopher would you like me to make lunch for everyone, seeing as how I have already started some?" Jarkeel askes christopher, adding" I was quite a chef back in menzoberranzen...well, when no one was looking that is". Jarkeel goes to check on the chicken while he waits for christophers answer.
Lord Tarran 06-29-04, 11:32 PM	Christopher nods to Jarkeel, back into his old shell, before saying to the leaving Malik. Malik, its not that I minded what you did to the inn, its just, that I had no warning, and that well, this is my home. I wouldn't have minded being waited on, but I like my inn the way it is. I'm sorry, my friend. He turns back to Nezumi, kissing her on the cheek, before going into the kitchen to help Jarkeel out. While they cooked, Christopher asked: Why did you leave Menzoberanzan? Ignoring how drow treat males, what made you flee?
Arcuna 06-29-04, 11:34 PM	Heimosu's tux melts back into the clothes he was in before, and his lutare slowly disappears. If you will all excuse me for a second, I'll be right back... He follows Malik with more concern on his face than even Chris, with his telepathic abilities, would have expected.
Drizzt 06-29-04, 11:40 PM	" It's a long story, really" Walking over to get some more potatoes for the pot he says" I suppose alot of it started back when my former matron mother condemned my father to death because he had looked at another female...She was a strict women" Jarkeel starts to peel the potatoes at the sink " I didnt think much about it at the time, not until about the time I found my rapier did I truly started to analyze drow society" Jarkeel begins to stare at the potatoe he was peeling, as if lost in some forgotten time.
malik21 06-29-04, 11:50 PM	"Ok." Malik says and walks out "He just hates me"he thinks to himself"What did I do that was so wrong?" (However Malik encodes this in Scarborough Fair,so unlees Chris has it memorized he shouldn't be able to read Malik's mind as well)
Arcuna 06-29-04, 11:52 PM	After catching up with Malik, Heimosu sits down next to him. I am sorry if I am being overly sensitive, but it has been eight years since I have felt any emotions besides hatred and fear, and well, it's kinda overwhelming. Enough about that...are you okay?
Lord Tarran 06-29-04, 11:53 PM	((He's no where near Malik and can't interact with him. Arcuna, you're in(n)!)) That seems about right. But what do you mean the rapier? What about it changed you? Ask Christopher, knowing perfectly well what was caused.
Drizzt 06-30-04, 12:04 AM	seeming to come out of his trance, Jaekeelooks at christopher and goes on" Its hard to explain, When I got the rapier, its like I woke up to what was drow society like compared to others I had read about almost like I had gained insight into what being good entailed, I decided that menzoberranzen wasn't a place where I wanted to live, or my descendants." Jarkeel finishes peeling while they talk and begins to wash them " but to answer your other question, I left after I confronted and killed my mother, I stole away from the house as soon as She and her gaurds had been killed".
Lord Tarran 06-30-04, 12:09 AM	Yet you are hunted. Your sister took over then. Perhaps I know her name?
Drizzt 06-30-04, 12:16 AM	" maybe, her name was Freela, but I cannot be sure that she was the one to take over, She has been dedicated to lolth and has not left the temple for years" Jarkeel places the potatoes in the pot and goes on " my other sister Patlea, may have stepped in, or even killed Freela, its hard to say".
malik21 06-30-04, 12:18 AM	Malik looks at Heimosu,"Yeah,I'm ok why wouldn't I be?Did Chris turn into a giant snake and kill me?"Malik say laughing
Exiled_Beauty 06-30-04, 12:23 AM	((hi everyone!)) Nezumi smiles warmly, content to sit beside Christopher. When he leaves to the kitchen, Nezumi glances over at Jessica. She was strikingly beautiful... something Nezumi was not so much of. Jessica didn't seem to wonder about any of the people here.
Arcuna 06-30-04, 12:24 AM	Now that's optimism anyone could learn something from, he responds with a smile. As you are well aware of, the spell you cast on the Inn was completely reversable, and at no cost to anyone. I am sure that Christopher has more important things on his mind right now anyway, namely Nezumi. Chances are, he'll barely notice that you're even there. So what d'ya say, wanna come back down and get some lunch? ((OOC: Yes I am well aware that Chris is talking to Jarkeel, and not Nezumi, but Heimosu doesn't know that))
Lord Tarran 06-30-04, 12:25 AM	((Technically, no, and yet yes. Hmmm, that would be an interesting study.)) Freela, Freela. No the name doesn't ring a bell among the Feldriow. But Patlea. She's the new mistress of the nest. It might be a different one, but a Feldriow named Patlea recently became queen of the nearby nest. It might be worth it if you went over there to check it out. I would be willing to come, once Nezumi and I figure things out.
malik21 06-30-04, 12:27 AM	"I guess"Malik says to Heimosu
Lord Tarran 06-30-04, 12:27 AM	Finishing his part of lunch preperations, the werecobra leaves the rest to be done with Jarkeel, telling him to call him when it was time to serve. Walking out, he sat down next to Nezumi, asking: How are we, right now, my dear? What is happening in our inn?
Drizzt 06-30-04, 12:28 AM	" It might be worth a look..." looking at the cooking food Jarkeel says to himself" looks done". getting plates from the cupboard Jarkel gets everything ready to serve. " It's ready Christopher"
Exiled_Beauty 06-30-04, 12:31 AM	Nezumi snaps out of her thoughts, then gazes over at Chris, lovingly. "Our Inn? What do you mean by that?" she replies, tilting her head a bit. It was an innocent habit of hers.
Arcuna 06-30-04, 12:44 AM	Heimosu and Malik proceed to come downstairs. Heimosu sees Nezumi and Christopher, and is glad to see that self hatred is the farthest thing from her mind right now. He walks into the kitchen, and helps Jarkeel bring out the food.
Arcuna 06-30-04, 12:56 AM	((well guys I gotta get up early tomorrow, so I'm going to bed now. g'night all))
Exiled_Beauty 06-30-04, 12:56 AM	:(
malik21 06-30-04, 01:00 AM	(('Night))
Opalisque 06-30-04, 01:02 AM	Jessica stands up and walks towards the bar when people start coming out of the kitchen. She sets several gold coins on the counter before her and nods to Christopher when he emerges from the kitchen. "It's the least I can do really, for such nice hospitality. You own the Inn I'm guessing. It's a pleasure to meet you! And if you don't mind, I've several questions for you, good sir," she greets, friendly already. She gives him a wonderful smile.
Exiled_Beauty 06-30-04, 01:08 AM	Nezumi glances at Jessica and feels strangely about her...
Exiled_Beauty 06-30-04, 01:15 AM	Nezumi glances around, the silence of the Inn unsettling.
malik21 06-30-04, 05:34 AM	A man enters the bar. He looks just the opposite of malik with a gold dagger hanging from his black coat and sleek brown hair.He walks over and sits next Nezumi. "Tell me ,dear, what makes your beautiful eyes shine with the strength of a million stars?" -------------------------------------------- Malik watches the man,ready to cut his throat at the first sign of danger....
Arcuna 06-30-04, 11:42 AM	Heimosu decides to keep an eye on this newcomer. "He certainly is anything but subtle. I hope for his sake that Chris isn't around..." he thinks with a smile.
Exiled_Beauty 06-30-04, 12:01 PM	Nezumi blinks at this new stranger, a bit caught off guard. "I... wait, who are you?" she asks, trying to be polite.
malik21 06-30-04, 07:57 PM	"I am Nelav Kilam and I am Malik's br-" -------------- "No you are not!" -------------- "Yes I am and you know it." -------------- "How dare you associate yourself with me!!!!" They continue to bicker. -------------- "At least you would admit it when you were cursed." -------------- "Cursed?....."
Exiled_Beauty 06-30-04, 08:01 PM	:eek: "What? Stop fighting you guys!" she pleads.
malik21 06-30-04, 08:30 PM	Malik continues to think "I don't remember being cursed." Then he slightly smiles. ------------------ "What'er you smiling 'bout?" ------------------ "Oh, nothing."he says and stops smiling ------------------ "How'd you break that curse any ways?" ------------------ "I'm not sure"malik says looking at Chris.
Arcuna 06-30-04, 09:28 PM	Heimosu quickly sets down the plates on a nearby table and watches the argument. It is easy to tell that he is ready to end any fights that might start. "Damn, he remembers the curse," he thinks. "Christopher, do you think this could be a problem?"
malik21 06-30-04, 09:54 PM	Malik lowers his eyes and a list appears before him "Do you guys mind if I ask you some questions?" He smiles innocently.
Exiled_Beauty 06-30-04, 11:30 PM	Nezumi watches the two bicker, wondering how this man knew where to find Malik exactly.
Opalisque 06-30-04, 11:34 PM	Jessica smirks at all the commotion, obviously enjoying the "show". She leans back a bit in her chair that she's sat back on. She gazes over at the man that calls himself Nelav. Malik's brother? Fanciful...
Lord Tarran 06-30-04, 11:41 PM	Obviously not interested in the flirtatios nature of Jessica, Christopher nods to Malik, obviously willing to answer questions, though he has an itching feeling that violence was headed towards Nelav. Something about him made Chris very uneasy. Glancing at Nezumi he says: What's up? ((I'm going to be off til 12:30 Eastern. See you when I get back.))
malik21 07-01-04, 12:00 AM	Malik looks at Chris "Thank you. Now Heimosu, I have no questions for you,so could you please pick up the mood and play your Lutare,if you dont mind. Neval,if would please not interfere" Malik begins to walk over to Christopher. --------------- "Yes,brother." --------------- Malik stops in his tracks.It looks like he's about to burst,but continues on to Chris. "Neval go and listen to Heimosu
Opalisque 07-01-04, 12:24 AM	Jessica frowns as Christopher turns down her questions. How rude! She would not let this ruin her mood however, so she kept a watchful eye on the other tavern customers. They might be interesting.
malik21 07-01-04, 12:44 AM	Malik waits for Heimosu to play and then asks Chris, "Why did you look weird when I messed up and tried to make a smallversion of you and it was a snake? Don't lie. I cant read minds but I'll be able to tell and if you try to read my mind you'll only get Scarborough Fair."
Exiled_Beauty 07-01-04, 12:45 AM	Nezumi gazes at him before answering, "I am fine, but you should be more worried about Malik, he's catching up if you know what I mean..."
Arcuna 07-01-04, 12:58 AM	((sorry guys my internet has been down. Just assume Heimosu is playing his lutare and watching Malik nervously.))
malik21 07-01-04, 01:28 AM	Malik smiles eagerly,happy to get part of his memory back.
Lord Tarran 07-01-04, 02:30 AM	He looks at Nezumi, caringly, over his nose. His face says very much "I'm aware." To Malik he says, every word chosen carefully: The reason I became nervous when the snake appeared instead of me, is because of how I removed the curse. I used a snake spell to destroy the demon dagger that used to posses you. The snake meant that somehow, you were present during the slaying of the demon, not just it, and I was afraid I had hurt you. Because he felt no wracking pain, Christopher sighed, seeing that he had technically not lied, saving the pain of being a truthsayer, and lieing. He turns to Jessica, keeping his manner cool: I'm sorry I was rude. Please, ask away.
malik21 07-01-04, 03:01 AM	"Hmm,your a tricky one you are.What race are you and did the 'snake spell' destroy anything?"
Lord Tarran 07-01-04, 03:06 AM	I'm human, thank you. And the spell obliterated the dagger and the demon's hold on you. I'm not sure if he died or not. Still not lying
malik21 07-01-04, 03:12 AM	"Hmm,"he thinks for a second" Have your answers been as specific as possible?"
Lord Tarran 07-01-04, 03:14 AM	Yes, they are the most concise answers I can tell you. Truth is so much fun!
malik21 07-01-04, 03:20 AM	"Almost done,just a few more questions. Why did Nezumi know my name while I did not know hers?"
Lord Tarran 07-01-04, 03:23 AM	You were here a full day before I saw and dispelled the demon. Nezumi arrived before you. You had threatened to kill her, but told her your name first.
malik21 07-01-04, 03:28 AM	"Two more questions.Why did I want to to kill Nezumi?"
Lord Tarran 07-01-04, 03:33 AM	Not sure. You were taking money to hunt her. Local clerics, I believe, paid you to kill her because her eyes are somewhat, unique.
malik21 07-01-04, 03:42 AM	"Ah, you jumped ahead to my last question for you. What makes her eyes so unique?She obviously isn't the giant snake I saw outside on her shoulder..."he says smiling, thinking that Chris couldn't dodge this one.
Lord Tarran 07-01-04, 03:46 AM	Damn it, I had hoped you wouldn't see him. The guardian of this cave is a massive cobra, yes. He kept Nezumi from running away when I was coming to speak to her. Her eyes, actually, called him to her. Her eyes are definitely touched by predators, though her heart is quite pure. He smiles at his dear. Again no pain came, though he felt that Malik was coming much to close.
malik21 07-01-04, 04:08 AM	"Haha, oh, your funny. You always tell the truth, but not the whole truth.Nezumi, I need not ask you any questions as my memory is back,every bit of it. And Heimosu,though you don't know the role you played,you did a very good job. You forgot that the lutare shows your emotions,so even though Chris never lied I could tell,thanks to you, if he was telling all of the truth by how you played.Haha. I always love a good mystery!"
Exiled_Beauty 07-01-04, 12:34 PM	Nezumi falls on the floor, in a trance.
Opalisque 07-01-04, 12:39 PM	Jessica was about to ask her fairly innocent questions, but the inhuman little girl had fallen to the floor. "Oh my..." she says instead.
malik21 07-01-04, 02:34 PM	"Umm, Nezumi, Hellooo ,Neeezuummii.Are you OK?
malik21 07-01-04, 04:40 PM	Malik waves his hand and Neval disappears. "Nezumi are you ok?Please say something"
Arcuna 07-01-04, 08:34 PM	Heimosu lowers his lutare slowly, an empty feeling that lies in between hatred and guilt rising inside of him. It is interesting, he realized, how closely related the two emotions really are. He turns to Chris and thinks, "I'm so sorry." Christopher (and Nezumi, if her telepathic powers are active) can tell that Heimosu does not like, nor is he used to, being wrong or outsmarted. Covering it well, however, he examines Nezumi from where he is standing to see if she is okay.
Lord Tarran 07-01-04, 09:13 PM
Lord Tarran 07-01-04, 09:14 PM	Scooping Nezumi, he cradles her, awaiting the trance too end. Annoyed that someone interferred now. He looks to Malik and to Heimosu. To Malik he says: Tell the demon with the gold dagger to leave now, before I am forced to do something drastic. I know he's still here, I can feel him in my walls. Heimosu, you did no wrong. It is not your fault. And Jessica, keep thoughts of the inhuman out of your mind. No, don't bother with mental defenses, I'll still get around them. Right now, I'm going to take Nezumi up to her room. Your brother if you will Malik better be gone, or you will learn the truth right before you stop breathing. The coldness in his eyes, the illusion faded, the snake eyes visible, was one that commanded respect, and was obviously a threat of true intent. Taking Nezumi to his head,with a quick prayer to Selune, hoping she knew what she was doing, and a quick blessing on the tranced girl, he went back into the main room. His reaction depends on what he sees. ((Malik, do you just like putting your character's in harms reach, or is it complete accident? You've managed it twice in the same thread, with the same character as the one with the need to hurt him. Not anything against you, mind, I just wanted to know. By the way, just a little narcisim on my part: HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ME!))
Arcuna 07-01-04, 09:45 PM	Without a word, and without looking at anyone, Heimosu walks to the front of the Inn. He opens the door calmly, and walks out. ((OOC: No I am not leaving the game :P Happy birthday Tarran!))
malik21 07-01-04, 10:18 PM	((yes I do like putting him in harms reach.HAPPY B_DAY!)) Malik stands up and the map appears. "Malik! Get out here.I know where you are."((Malik and Nelav technically have the same name if you reverse Nelav Kilam you get Malik Valen. It is both of their names.)) Malik's dagger turns into a bow and several arrows appear.He loads three at a time and shoots them at the wall.When the arrows collide with the wall they explode.However they leave not a mark on the walls or anything else.Malik shoots several more and the hit Nelav. "Gotcha'!"Malik walks up to Nelav and grabs his wrist. --------------- "NO, I GOT YOU!!"Nelav yells and stabs Malik in the stomach.Nelav runs out of the Inn. --------------- Malik falls to his knees holding his side.
Lord Tarran 07-01-04, 10:29 PM	Having finally lost his patience with the interferring of demons in his territory, Christopher neglects a slow change, for a rapid, sudden, remotely explosive change into his cobra form. As lightning loosed from the heavens, he strikes fast and hard, barreling through the door, soon catching up with the undying demon. Quickly engulfing the man in his large coils, the snake's eyes glow, as the demon feels his body pulled fully onto the prime, as the Dimensional Anchor hooks him down. With a sibilant grin, the snake whips the man out of his coils, bringing fang to bear faster than sight and sound could recognize. Still smiling, the snake hisses: You have messed with the wrong reptile to many times. The venom in you will slowly disolve you from the inside out, but not before the Feldriow come and eat you alive. The venom will paralyze you, demon, it was crafted for your kind, and you will soon find that I am not one to mess with. As I said, you would learn the truth right before you die. Leaving the now helpless man/demon, Chris takes his human form again, becoming a blur as he races back to the inn, his hands already glowing in his Silverfire. Covering the wound, he pours a great deal into the wound, trying to seal it, and prevent infection from the demon's blade. HAving done so, he swoops the fully grown man into his apparent 15 year old arms. Bringing him to his room, he leaves him there, telling him to come down when ready. Checking on Nezumi as he heads downstairs, he comes to the main room, loooking at their faces. Simply he says: What?
Arcuna 07-01-04, 10:56 PM	Heimosu peers back in at Chris in utter shock. Soon the shock becomes amazement and excitement. Walking back in, again trying to supress his emotions, Heimosu turns to Jessica. I believe you had some questions?
Opalisque 07-01-04, 11:04 PM	Jessica glancea at Chris, then replies to Heimosu, "I... had questions. Not anymore."
Exiled_Beauty 07-01-04, 11:10 PM	Nezumi sits up, no longer in her death-like trance. Something was odd about her though. Her eyes... were normal. Too normal. Her skin was greyish, cold. She stood, then smiled to herself. Walking out of the room and back downstairs, she stands rigidly in the center of the bar, with that same odd smile. :smirk:
Lord Tarran 07-01-04, 11:16 PM	Glancing up at the ceiling, as well as upset to see his newly proclaimed love this way, Christopher said: Because, honestly Goddess, what day is complete before I have to deal with two possessions in a row of people I care for. Now, whatever you are in Nezumi, mind telling me what you are before I'm forced to burn you out, or is this going to have to be done the hard way. ((I think I understand why Angel was always annoyed in the first season with parasites now. Mind telling me what's up, ExBe?))
Exiled_Beauty 07-01-04, 11:19 PM	((let's just say she had it coming. runs in the family. hope you're not too annoyed.)) Nezumi appears completely tranquil, not at all hostile in any way. "I had to come back. I've always been here though..." she says, boldly.
Lord Tarran 07-01-04, 11:24 PM	((No, not annoyed, just curious.)) Always been here... what are you? I don't feel like mind reading you, you're probably hidden behind Nezumi's own protections. Mind telling me why you are currently possessing the girl of my dreams, as well as somewhat disrupting the flow of things? He asks, very annoyed.
Exiled_Beauty 07-01-04, 11:28 PM	"Because... you need to be eliminated for now. I do not need my host gaining so much knowledge, so much confidence and courage. She suited me better before she fell upon you. Now... die," she says quite calmly. Touching Nezumi would only result in a painful burn.
Arcuna 07-01-04, 11:31 PM	((sorry didn't react fast enough.)) Heimosu materializes his swords and gets into a defensive stance. What do you suggest we do? he thinks to Christopher. Attacking her would only harm Nezumi...
Lord Tarran 07-01-04, 11:34 PM	Thanks, but I believe I'll just slay your host. If I've learned nothing, its that infections must die, and you infected someone who must now croak. Love or no, I will not allow this to continue. If nothing else, I've already one. I can feel her already pulsing to me, wait correction.... He blinks several times as a light passes over his eyes. He says: Well, I'm glad you figured out you to astral project without my help, but you had to choose my body to transfer your soul to, my dear? Yes, yes, I understand, I can kill the body, but I must not damage it, so that you can return to it. No I can't promise. My snake form tends to be stronger than I wish. Mind telling me what that thing is before I'm forced to slay it. He waits. ((I would like to award myself the O. Henry award for great twist in a plot line. :D. This could be fun.))
Arcuna 07-01-04, 11:39 PM	After listening to Chris's thoughts, ((sorry, he was waiting for an answer anyway...)) Heimosu then asks in thought, How badly can't we damage it? I'm certainly not good at elegant combat, but I bet I could kill her pretty fast...
Exiled_Beauty 07-01-04, 11:40 PM	((so i'm going to lose my body? :bigeyes: )) Nezumi, at least her body controlled by the thing within, laughs for a moment, then says, "Go ahead, destroy her. It will not harm me. I shall simply travel on to another. But really... that's not going to happen." And with that she is swarmed with an unusaul aura.
Arcuna 07-01-04, 11:42 PM	Heimosu's swords begin to take on a slight blue aura. C'mon...I need an answer fast...
Lord Tarran 07-01-04, 11:47 PM	Enough with the parlor tricks, you stupid baatezu scum! The familiar whip of Silverfire that seemed to accompany every casting of Dim. Anchor and Dysjunction ripped through the air at the body of Nezumi, sundering whatever magic the hellish creature had attempted. His voice deep and cold, the werecobra said softly: I can kill you, beast of evil. Though we are few, we know how to deal with the unkillable. That is your last form. Perhaps you have heard of True Death. Many undead hunters study it in order to make sure vampires and liches don't come back. I trained in it fully. As long as I stay human, when I kill you, you will remain dead, and you will not inhabit another. He fades for a moment, as if he hadn't been there in the first place, as the great cobra appeared behind the creature, Christopher's tail sending the demon into flight. Knowing Nezumi's body could take, he turned back into his human form, as he dives at the ground. He disappears into it, telling Heimosu to stay until he called. He could deal with this. Mayhaps it was time to tell these people about his years with the Blades? Nah!
Exiled_Beauty 07-01-04, 11:52 PM	She hisses furiously and attack the nearest living thing. Unfortunately, it was Jessica and the body of Nezumi clawed at her with an unknowing passion. "You're price for hiding is high. Come out to me now," she encourages.
Arcuna 07-01-04, 11:55 PM	With the demon occupied, Heimosu takes care of the next most important task. With amazing speed, he spins around and runs toward Jessica, weaving through some tables and chairs, running across others. Just outside arms' reach, Heimosu points his hand, flat out, at her. Suddenly she sees a near-blinding light, and then she finds herself in a small dark room, with nothing in it but a small sphere hovering in the middle of the room. Heimosu continues on his path towards Jarkeel. He casts the same spell again, and Jarkeel finds himself in the same room as Jessica. Good, they are out of harm's way, he mumbles to himself. Now to wait for Christopher's signal...
Exiled_Beauty 07-01-04, 11:57 PM	Nezumi glances side-long at Heimosu. "Do you want to play?" she taunts.
malik21 07-01-04, 11:59 PM	Malik comes downstairs not wanting to make eye contact with anyone. He had used Heimosu,made Chris mad, and blew an arrow up in his brothers face.Ha,only two people really weren't that mad at him.Not aware of anything except the table and chair ahead of him he goes and sits down.A glass of red wine appears before him.
Arcuna 07-02-04, 12:00 AM	Heimosu's clothes begin to melt into the full leather he is so fond of. The aura around his swords grows brighter. Don't mock me, demon... Heimosu is finding it hard to sit still, he is not used to holding back.
Lord Tarran 07-02-04, 12:01 AM	The floor boards explode from out beneath the demon, as Christopher becomes visible, holding her tight. He lets go, satisfied somehow, and nodded to Heimosu. Do the deed, man! What I placed won't last nearly long enough for you to think!
Arcuna 07-02-04, 12:01 AM	Seeing Malik, and furthermore, realizing the danger he is in, he screams NO! Without a single thought of what Malik had done but a few minutes ago, Heimosu bolts towards him in an attempt to save him.
Exiled_Beauty 07-02-04, 12:02 AM	Nezumi grins. "But you do not want to hurt me. I am sweet little Nezumi, here to please," she continues, walking sleeking towards him.
Arcuna 07-02-04, 12:04 AM	After performing the same spell on Malik, he wheels around, and runs headlong at "Nezumi." He jumps off of a table, and swings his sword at her. ((If successful, he will cut her clean in half (its his nature to attack head on), but I don't want to decide what happens to other's characters, so you tell me :P ))
malik21 07-02-04, 12:04 AM	((bleh i'm too slow))
Exiled_Beauty 07-02-04, 12:07 AM	Nezumi's eyes slip back to yellow, her skin becomes the pale pinkish hue again and she seems to snap out of... whatever she was in suddenly. The demon inside had hidden itself again, apparently gone for now. But as she came back, Heimosu was still at her.
Lord Tarran 07-02-04, 12:10 AM	Watching Heimosu soar through the air, Christopher already saw that he was too slow, and much to late. Instead of waiting for his friend to get murderer by the beast, Christopher roared, as time froze. A light appeared next to him in this null space, as Nezumi, still frozen, seemed confused. The light transformed into a woman of dark complexion, with long white hair, in full plate, holding a heavy mace, obviously heavily enchanted. Slightly miffed, time unfreezes, as Christopher prepares to charge, along with this new woman. Simply he says: You're late, mother. ((If someone beats this twist, I'll murder myself. J/K I figured I should come out with this bit of Christopher at Post 400. I just didn't think it would be during combat.))
Arcuna 07-02-04, 12:11 AM	Oh gods... Both of his swords disappear, and Heimosu stretches both arms out at her. An invisible, but nontheless explosive force pushes both of them into opposite walls. They both hit the walls quite hard.
Exiled_Beauty 07-02-04, 12:15 AM	Nezumi shrieks like a little child, then goes silent as she hits the wall. She shoves heimosu away from her. "What are you doing!!" she cries, slumping back against the wall, quite shaken.
Arcuna 07-02-04, 12:15 AM	Regardles of the pain in his back, Heimosu gets up, and runs at Malik again. This time, he makes sure that he doesn't miss. He grabs Malik by the shirt collar and shouts, I'M NOT MAD AT YOU NOW HOLD STILL! Heimosu casts his spell again, and then runs towards Nezumi. He puts his sword up to her throat and asks Chris, Who's your friend? ((No, I meant they both went backwards, facing each other. Heimosu and Nezumi were as far apart as they could be while still inside the Inn at that point in time.))
Exiled_Beauty 07-02-04, 12:17 AM	Nezumi blinks as Heimosu draws his blade at her, then bursts into tears. "What? What did I do?" she sobs.
Arcuna 07-02-04, 12:20 AM	Without moving his blade, or changing his expression of controlled hatred, Heimosu telepathically asks Chris, What now? We both know the demon is still in there, but I couldn't bare to hurt the real Nezumi...
Lord Tarran 07-02-04, 12:21 AM	((AHHHHHHH!! BAD JOKE! NO! I"M MELTING I"M MELTING! Better now. So I guess you recognized her.)) Mother, mind dealing with this. I can't get the demon to stay out of her long enough for me to kill it. And you owe me. I love Nezumi, and I would enjoy it if you could at least make it so the creature was coporeal, and couldn't disappear into another person. He looks at the woman straight in the eyes, unphased. She sighs, and looks at Nezumi. Asking both the creature within her, as well as the girl herself. Let the demon come out. It can makes its own decision, mind, but it would be helpful if he would come out unharmed. You will have safe passage if you come out willingly. Quasiscout Promise!
Exiled_Beauty 07-02-04, 12:26 AM	"I have no idea what you're... talking about," replies Nezumi, still slumped against the wall on the floor. She couldn't tell what had happened. Hadn't she just been sitting there? Then Heimosu lunged at her. That was all she knew. "You have all turned on me...?" she asks shakily.
Arcuna 07-02-04, 12:29 AM	Still unmoving, Heimosu responds, All will be explained in due time. Just hold tight. While it pained him to be so cold to her, he was not completely sure if this was Nezumi, or the demon faking Nezumi. Better safe than sorry, he figured.
Lord Tarran 07-02-04, 12:31 AM	Mother, now would be best. Nezumi, stand up and come here. I would like you to meet my mother. You are one of her chosen, so you should probably look her in the eyes. I also know now why you run. You have a demon within you, that switches with you at inoppurtune moments and goes on killing sprees. My mother can make it come out of you if you trust me, my dear. I love you too much to lose you to scum like those from the abyss. In a voice like moonlight, Christopher's mother says softly: Come my golden one. I am here to heal you once more.
Exiled_Beauty 07-02-04, 12:31 AM	Nezumi was scared to death, so worried. It was quite obvious. She walked to them though, nearly tripping.
Lord Tarran 07-02-04, 12:32 AM	Heimosu, let her go. My mother will protect her better than either of us could ever hope.
Arcuna 07-02-04, 12:34 AM	Heimosu's swords dematerialize, and he holds out his already extended hand to help her up. Chris notices that his left hand, blocked from sight by his torso, is in a fist. I hate having to confuse her so much. Her life is as much a hell as mine, if not more. With all the force he can muster, he sends a calming, soothing feeling into her mind. Don't be afraid, he says (not lying). ((or not...lol))
Lord Tarran 07-02-04, 12:35 AM	Christopher picks her up and carries her to his mother.
Exiled_Beauty 07-02-04, 12:37 AM	Nezumi flinches as he approaches her, half expecting to be slain. "...why...?" she whispers, trembling.
Lord Tarran 07-02-04, 12:44 AM	He kisses her cheek, reassuringly, as her protector lays her hands on the girls head. Powerful magic pulses through her, pushing the demon out, and closing all entry ways to Nezumi's soul that weren't opened by her to help herself. Continuing to push the demon, the woman says to the girl. You are my Chosen, Nezumi. Your form, like my son's, is the perfection of your species. He wished to teach you, and I ask that you listen. When I stop speaking, I want you to take snake form, and slay your own demon. He is weaker than you.
Exiled_Beauty 07-02-04, 12:48 AM	Nezumi nods slowly, unassure of herself. "I told you I was cursed..." she repeats, remembering how no one believed her. But she does as she's told and attempts to become the snake. Through her cluttered thoughts it was much harder to find her other self. But it came to her slowly, a relaxing deepness within.
Lord Tarran 07-02-04, 12:51 AM	Soon having to place her down, Christopher watched as her golden scales, her beautiful cobra form came to be. ((Back in 15 min. Promise!))
Exiled_Beauty 07-02-04, 12:55 AM	Finished, at least with one task, Nezumi feels quite uncomfortable. She had not fully accepted that she was this special. Never in her life had she felt special, not until she came here and met Chris. Nezumi tried to think about nice things as she felt the demon move inside of her. She reached deeper and mentally choked the demon, strangling it dry. And with a sigh, Nezumi was free.
Arcuna 07-02-04, 01:01 AM	Deciding that it would be better for Christopher to see Nezumi first, Heimosu proceeds to open a portal to his extradimensional prison. Soon, a bright, glowing hole appears in one of the walls of the strange dark room. The hole is big enough that everyone can walk through easily. As they walk through, they see the cobra in the arms of the strange woman. Sorry, I figured you would be safer in my prison, Heimosu says to his Innmates. He explains to them what happened while they were gone.
Lord Tarran 07-02-04, 01:12 AM	Right now, I believe we should all discuss what is going on. But first, Nezumi. He kisses her, as soon as she has returned to human form. This is not a mere peck, but a deep kiss, on that had they been noble would have meant they were married, and not being so made the adults in the room, including Chris's mother, turn her head. Let's start in the morning. He hugs Nezumi before heading up the stairs, looking back at her once, and going to his room. ((I'd say this is a fairly good fade to black moment. See everyone tommorrow.))
Arcuna 07-02-04, 01:13 AM	((g'night all))
Exiled_Beauty 07-02-04, 01:15 AM	((oh ok. bye))
malik21 07-02-04, 01:23 AM	'night
Exiled_Beauty 07-02-04, 12:05 PM	Nezumi awoke with a damnable headache. Must have been yesterday's excitement. She felt empty, but it was a good feeling. The demon was not in her anymore. She was truly free, no longer cursed. It must've been there her entire life. Nezumi had always wondered why people hated her everywhere she went. Perhaps, unknowingly, she was a murderer? That must have been it! She sighs softly, happy to be rid of it, and sits up holding her head. Ouch...
Lord Tarran 07-02-04, 01:39 PM	Christopher awakens, and heads down to the bar, finding that his mother is already cooking breakfast. Suprised to see that she is still there, he says softly: I didn't think you would stay the night. Her followers swarm this area. His mother nods her head, obviously unhappy about the prospect, but says, nonetheless: Your aunt isn't looking for me right now, Christopher. She's busy dealing with Auntie Mystra. It seems that she figured out a way to null the shadow Weave.
Arcuna 07-02-04, 03:19 PM	Heimosu heads downstairs soon after Chris. As he reaches the bottom of the stairs, he looks around. Seeing that neither Nezumi or Malik was downstairs yet, he sighed and went into the kitchen to talk to Chris and meet his mother.
malik21 07-02-04, 04:38 PM	Malik wakes up and goes downstairs and into the kitchen. "Hey Chris,Whad'ya do with Neval?You know he wasn't the real one right?"
Arcuna 07-02-04, 04:58 PM	Heimosu sees Malik, and starts to feel a little uncomfortable. He leaves the room with nothing but a short, empty glance at him. He then sits down at a table and waits for Nezumi to come down. For some reason, he felt so guilty holding her at swordpoint, and he needed to explain what he did as soon as possible. ((hey if there is a gunpoint, isn't there a swordpoint??))
malik21 07-02-04, 05:39 PM	Malik watches as Heimosu begins to leave"I'm so sorry"he says with deep emotion and caring in his voice.
Arcuna 07-02-04, 06:08 PM	Heimosu stops, and turns around. He materializes his lutare and examines it as if for the first time. I have to know, he asks calmly, and without looking up. Did you give this to me with the intention of learning your past?
malik21 07-02-04, 06:36 PM	"I gave it to you out of good will.I didn't intend to use you like that until later on...."
Arcuna 07-02-04, 07:02 PM	Heimosu continues to examine the lutare as if he didn't hear Malik. After about 30 seconds or so, he looks up. I assume that no one told you about your past because they didn't know if the demon still had an influence on you, even though it was dead. Chris probably wanted to be sure you were clean, so to speak, before telling you what had happened, so as to keep everyone, including yourself, safe. Surprisingly enough, he turns to Malik and smiles. However, I can't blame you for wanting to remember what happened. Not knowing my past would drive me insane. But considering that you appear to be fine, I'm really not that annoyed anymore. Heimosu puts away his lutare and looks over at the stairway. To be honest, I'm much more worried about how I am going to explain to Nezumi why I almost killed her...
Exiled_Beauty 07-02-04, 10:27 PM	Having slept too leisurely, Nezumi finally pulls herself out of bed and changes clothes. She now wears snug, but not excessivly, black capri pants and a greyish tank top she finds in a drawer. No harm in using them. They must have been magical because they fit her perfectly. She smiles happily and nearly skips downstairs like a little girl, saying cheerfully, "Hello everyone!"
Arcuna 07-02-04, 10:28 PM	Heimosu's heart skips a beat as she comes downsairs. Quickly he turns away, not knowing what to say. Hi... He says weakly.
Exiled_Beauty 07-02-04, 10:31 PM	Nezumi blinks, then grins. She knew exactly what he was feeling, somehow. "Don't feel bad Heimosu," she says softly, "I was dangerous."
Arcuna 07-02-04, 10:34 PM	He looks up quite surprised, more than half expecting her to run away at the sight of him. I...I just didn't know if it was you or the demon faking you. I... he stops for a second or two. I was scared.
Exiled_Beauty 07-02-04, 10:36 PM	"I scared you?" she replies, tilting her head.
Arcuna 07-02-04, 10:41 PM	He grows nervous. Trying to explain what you mean when you are nervous only makes it worse. No, no! I mean, I didn't know what to do, and I froze. I had no idea what was going to happen next, and because of that, I was afraid! He looks at her desperately, trying so hard just to will her to understand.
Exiled_Beauty 07-02-04, 10:45 PM	Nezumi nods slowly, then says, "Understandable. Who knows what I would've done? Not even I do!" She giggles.
Arcuna 07-02-04, 10:50 PM	Heimosu tries to muster a laugh, but it comes out weak and fake, the kind of laugh a kid makes just before getting beaten up. It was so strange. Why did he care about these people? Why, after eight years of indifference, should he start now? Either way, joking around with a friend he almost killed was not fun. But, as long as she was okay, he figured he should at least try to act okay. So, how much of last night do you remember, just out of curiosity?
Exiled_Beauty 07-02-04, 10:52 PM	"Nothing except being thrown out of a chair," she answers, shaking her head.
Arcuna 07-02-04, 10:56 PM	Oh, yeah...sorry about that. If I hadn't done it, I would have sliced you in half. If it makes you feel any better, I got brusied from hitting the wall too...
Exiled_Beauty 07-02-04, 10:58 PM	"Oh no!! I'm so sorry! See what I've done?!" she cries out, quickly checking over Heimosu for any other injuries.
Arcuna 07-02-04, 11:01 PM	He gently pushes her away. C'mon, it wasn't your fault. Besides, my armor took the majority of the damage, and I've already fixed that. All I got was a moderate brusing to my back and arms. But you weren't wearing any armor at all. Are you okay?
Exiled_Beauty 07-02-04, 11:03 PM	"No, nothing at all. No injuries," she says, thinking about something. She looks worried.
Arcuna 07-02-04, 11:05 PM	What's wrong now? he asks kindly.
Exiled_Beauty 07-02-04, 11:07 PM	"I should be hurt...." she murmurs, but dismisses it quickly. "Where... where is Christopher?" she asks, not knowing that he was in the kitchen.
Arcuna 07-02-04, 11:09 PM	Oh, he's in the kitchen talking with his mother. You should go see them, you probably have a lot to talk about.
Exiled_Beauty 07-02-04, 11:22 PM	"I'm kind of... scared to actually. I mean, I must have been horrible the other day. What could I have said while possessed? His mother probably disapproves of me... I'll just stay out here... if that's ok," she says, a bit saddened. She wanted to see Chris, but after being a demon last night, who knows how he feels about her now?
Arcuna 07-02-04, 11:56 PM	Heimosu looks at her, completely surprised. Who cares what you said as a demon? The point is, it wasn't you. If anything, Chris will like you more, now that you aren't harboring a demon inside of you anymore. And as for his mother, why do you think you are the chosen one, if not because she approves of you? You should go in and see them.
Exiled_Beauty 07-03-04, 12:01 AM	Nezumi shivers a bit. Cold in here... "It's.. just I'm not sure of myself. But, if you do not want me babbling over here then I will go," she explains, beginning to turn away.
Arcuna 07-03-04, 12:06 AM	That's not it at all! he says kindly. It's just that your boyfriend is most likely proud of you for overcoming your greatest disadvantage, and his mother, who I am sure is either Selune or an avatar of Selune, has chosen you out of hundreds of thousands to bear her gift. Don't you think you owe it to yourself to go in and speak to them?
Exiled_Beauty 07-03-04, 12:20 AM	"Oh my! I have no manners..." she mutters, going to the kitchen doorway right away, peeking in shyly.
Exiled_Beauty 07-03-04, 12:38 AM	deleted
Arcuna 07-03-04, 12:40 AM	((g'night))
Lord Tarran 07-03-04, 11:15 AM	((This will be my only post until late tonight, I'm afarid, but here goes.)) Seeing Nezumi out of the corner of his eye, Chris motions with his hand for her to come in. His mother turns, as if hearing the soundless steps her Chosen had made. Kissing her on the cheek, Christopher walks out into the main room with breakfast, an assortment of breakfast meats and pastries, taking some bacon and a muffin and sitting down to eat. He invites everyone else to, as the kitchen doorway is sealed by a sudden door. His mother looks Nezumi over, walking around her, examining her with a careful eye. She smiles, warmly, before saying in her voice of moonlight, My son chose well, it seems, Nezumi. I am glad he was able to recognize my mark in you. As I'm sure you have guessed, I am Selune. Christopher was my son by the first of his kind, a werecobra who I gifted the power upon as one of my chosen. You are also a Chosen, given the power because of what I saw in your future at your birth. But it seems that life has been difficult for you, and I can say it is much to my blame. The demon took you shortly after your 5th birthday, passed from your mother after she killed your father. I was... too busy it seems to deal with it then, and it soon passed from my attention. It has resurfaced often, everywhere you went, though even it did not know of your powers. When Christopher awoke them within you, the demon was still unaware, but the release of your powers gave you the ability to kill it. Now, my dear, do you have any questions now? Outside, still eating, Christopher waves both Malik and Heimosu over. Simply, he asks: You two okay? And where is Jessica?
Exiled_Beauty 07-03-04, 11:26 AM	Nezumi just stands there nervously. "Sounds too simple..." she whispers, thinking about the demon business.
malik21 07-03-04, 11:53 AM	Malik walks up."Not sure where Jessica is" ..He yawns.. "I need some more sleep" Malik walks back upstairs,undresses, and gets back in bed. ... Malik wakes up and is in a strange position(literally) He is hanging by his ankles with rope tied to something on the ceiling. He feels the blood rushing to his head. Malik takes out his dagger and tries to cut the ropes but decides after a few minutes of pointless cutting that not even a burst of silverfire would get rid of the relentless ropes. Something or someone seems to be lurking in the shadows...
Opalisque 07-03-04, 01:07 PM	Jessica awakens in a dark place, stuffy and crowded. 'I'm in a closet!!' she realizes, sitting up. She moves forward and bumps into something else. Jarkeel? Then it all comes back to her. That Nezumi attacked her and she was magically transported here, along with Jarkeel. Then she had fainted, suffering from those wounds had shocked her so. 'I'm going to kill that little girl for trying to harm me!' she decides, silently planning revenge. :devil:
Arcuna 07-03-04, 02:39 PM	((Just a reminder that Heimosu opened a portal into the "closet." The portal is extremely bright, so it's hard to miss :P )) Heimosu walks over and sits down next to Chris. With a smile, he says, I thought she might have been Selune. I mean I knew you were no ordinary child, but the son of a goddess! Anyway, to answer your question, Jessica never left my extradimensional prison. The portal is still active enough for her to get out, so try to stay clear of that (he points to an area in front of the bar) area until we know we won't bump into her. You think Nezumi is going to be okay? I mean, she still has a low self esteem, and after all that happened last night, she acted like it was her own fault... ((OOC: Just so you guys know I won't be able to post tonight and possibly tomorrow))
Lord Tarran 07-03-04, 07:29 PM	He laughs when Heimosu mentions his mother, before speaking of Nezumi: Yeah... it's generally my policy to not let people no about my mother unless I'm in dire need. But don't worry about Nezumi. I'm sure that my mother can help any problem she has. Goddess and all. Anyway, where did Malik go? Going up the stairs, he checks Malik rooom. Seeing the man hanging up from the ceiling, he looks directly into the shadow and into Neval's eyes. Annoyed, Christopher simply says: I will slay you permanently if you don't stop. Apparently, half Truth Death wasn't enough. Full probably won't be either. Permanent Banishment should do though. With nothing else said, Cobra form and battle begin. But, aware, but busy, is his mother. Selune looks at the girl, sensing her uneasyness on the demon. She nods, acknowledging the feeling, saying simply, I am aware that it seems to easy my dear, but take my word, your banishment of the demon makes it that much harder for him to return. But, if you wish, I could ward you permanently... ((I'll be back in a few hours, I think.))
malik21 07-03-04, 11:39 PM	Nelav turns into Malik.Both of them go rigid for a second.He looks down at his knees,"Hey I'm free!" Yet Malik is still upside down.... or is he?
Lord Tarran 07-04-04, 12:43 AM	Gods Damn you, the two of you. Nelav, Malik, I want the two of you outside with me in ten minutes. We are settling this once and for all. He storms out of the room, and out the front door.
Exiled_Beauty 07-04-04, 12:55 AM	Nezumi watches Chris rush outside, worrying a bit. 'I wonder what's wrong...?' she thinks. But she would be a good little girl and wouldn't butt in. Besides, there was much for her to think about. She turns back to Selune. "I do have questions... but I have no idea where to start... or how to clear up all the bits of thoughts in my head.." she replies.
Lord Tarran 07-04-04, 12:58 AM	Then just start talking, and we will sort things out as we go. Selune replies. Two chairs, a table, a steaming hot cups of cider appear. Selune takes a seat, motioning for Nezumi to do the same. Sipping the cider, Selune says: Christopher surely has a knack for ciders, don't you think?
Exiled_Beauty 07-04-04, 01:09 AM	Nezumi sits, then lets out a short giggle, replying, "Why yes, I think so." She pauses, then says, "I guess my past cannot be undone. If I've been possessed by a demon this whole time, then I must be some kind of criminal somewhere! I hope so much that they don't find me here. How could I ever explain that the damage I've done was not me? Humans won't accept that as an answer... but still... the past is set in stone. Perhaps even my future. I am so alone..." ((goodnight.))
Lord Tarran 07-04-04, 01:17 AM	Selune, the goddess, almost chokes on her cider when Nezumi says she is alone. My dear Nezumi, if nothing else, you have the love of my son, guarenteeing you are not along. People here like you. But about the other places, I can appear in the minds of the clerics of Selune in the places where they are that the demon damaged. The others, we will deal with as they come. And your future is not set in stone. The Tablets themselves are still just guidlines. (('Night))
Exiled_Beauty 07-04-04, 10:02 AM	Nezumi blinks. "Yes, I am not alone... I am in love. But is strange, all too strange for me," she says softly. ((i'll be gone for tonight.. ;) make do without me!))
malik21 07-04-04, 11:55 AM	Malik and Nalav walk outside(I'm going to call them Malik 1&2)They wait for Christopher.Before Malik 1 appears a glass of red wine.He drinks a little of it and then leans against the wall.
Lord Tarran 07-04-04, 01:43 PM	Selune smiles. Softly and warmly she says, taking another sip of her cider: Yes, love is strange, but worth it. Its nice when you are immortal, and your love is immortal. No chance either will die of hurt. Outside the inn, Christopher stands, motioning for the Malik's to join him.
malik21 07-04-04, 01:47 PM	They both walk up to Chris in perfect time with each other."Yes?"they both say.
Lord Tarran 07-04-04, 01:57 PM	As they approach, a shining hlaf sphere springs up around the three of them. Christopher draws his sword, the same black blade he had originally threatened Malik with. His voice sounds deep and rolling, what we expect of an old dragon. Don't bother trying to escape the orb. Its pure weave. Mystra herself couldn't break it. Each of you, stick out your hand. It's time to find out which of you is the demon. Whichever one it is, when I slash you hand, it will cut. The human one of you will have the blade pass through. Once I find the demon, I will banish you, forever. How dare you continue. I had slain you with everything but my true powers. Your persistance annoys me. Now, hands.
malik21 07-04-04, 02:14 PM	Malik 1&2 put their hands out and seem pretty sure of themselves. Before Chris slashes their hands Malik 1 says,"Banish?Ha! Be merciful call it death." When Chris slashes their hands,neither of them cut.
Arcuna 07-04-04, 03:01 PM	Beginning to feel a little drained from keeping the portal open, Heimosu fully activates it and steps inside. Jessica, I will have to ask that you come out. It is difficult to keep open the portal to my prison, and opening it in the first place is even harder. So if you could please come out...
malik21 07-04-04, 11:21 PM	((Happy Fourth))
Lord Tarran 07-05-04, 08:00 AM	((I have no IC post right now, but I do have something to tell everyone. For the next 6-7 weeks, I will only be able to keep late nights on Friday and Saturday. I'll try to post daily still, probably between 6-10 EST. K?))
Exiled_Beauty 07-05-04, 09:16 PM	((sorry.. i was gone)) "Well... what happens now?" asks Nezumi, uncertain and sullen.
Opalisque 07-05-04, 09:24 PM	(so sorry about that. i barely am able to get online right now, so maybe i'll quit the boards. i can't keep up. here's my exit...) Jessica blinks at the brightness. Oh, that's a portal. She moves through it and is back in the bar. Shaken up about the events, she storms into the kitchen and sees Nezumi. "All right brat, what's your problem? You attacked me!" she accuses, then pauses, "but I'll let this go, just this one time. You're lucky. This place is too freaky for me. I'm back on the road." And then she turned and left the kitchen. Once outside, she spots Chris and two other guys. She might as well say farewell to the Innkeeper. Jessica walks up behind him and touches him on the shoulder. "Hello, well... actually goodbye. I've had my stay here, and I'm moving on again. So nice to meet you and... well farewell and good luck with that scary little girl," she says sweetly, giving him a quick kiss on the cheek and heading off up the road, back to a more sane part of the area. <exit Jessica> :angel:
malik21 07-06-04, 01:10 PM	Malik 1 seeing as his hand is still there goes to examining the orb while Malik 2 starts to hum a song.
Lord Tarran 07-06-04, 03:32 PM	Selune smiles, taking Nezumi's chin in her hands, making her look into the goddess's eyes. Softly she says: Whatever you wish could happen now, but at the moment, I would be content just living and dealing with the day to day with Christopher and the inn. Speaking of Christopher, he grows agitated, not sure what to do. He punched his barrier, before asking the two, calmly: Which of you is the demon? I don't feel like searching.
Exiled_Beauty 07-07-04, 07:43 PM	Nezumi blinks shyly, then says, "It's so different, not moving on from place to place. Not having to start over every time I meet someone new. Maybe I can finally start my life, the way I was meant to be. It fills me with new meaning, new emotion..." Nezumi smiles, tears in her eyes.
Arcuna 07-08-04, 08:29 PM	((Please don't tell me this thread is dead....)) Heimosu makes a powerful effort to leave Nezumi and Selune alone, but being in the presence of a god doesn't happen every day! So, he decides to sit back in a corner and try not to be a burden. Hehe no one can read this! Or can you??
Jaded_Garnet 07-08-04, 08:32 PM	((hey... um. lol, my Exiled_Beauty account was acting up, so uh this is my 'other' account. well now it's my only account so it's me. don't worry!))
Lord Tarran 07-08-04, 10:07 PM	((AH HA! I knew it was you. I thought it was funny that one got off when the other got on. Anyway, as I said in the Sanctum, my new job started. Also, its Malik's turn. I'll be back over the next three days, and most of next week.))
Jaded_Garnet 07-09-04, 12:09 AM	(( :P i know... but my Ex.B. account is making me mad so i quit with it. anyways... on with the thread!!))
malik21 07-09-04, 04:29 PM	Malik 1 and 2 look at Chris Malik1 is the first to talk, "Neither of us is a demon.You made an incorrect guess.We are both human.Kill us both and get it over with." ((sorry I was gone.Family was visiting))
Arcuna 07-09-04, 04:37 PM	(('bout time :P )) Heimosu peeks out the door to try and confirm what he just vaguely heard. Chris, you aren't really going to kill him, are you? I mean, only one of them is evil...right? Heimosu tries to conjure his lutare as proof, but he fails due to his confusion. Chris, surely your mother can settle this peacefully?
malik21 07-09-04, 06:17 PM	Both Maliks turn their attention to Heimosu Malik2: "Just get it over with."As he says this Malik1 begins to use an enchantment: 'We cherish too, the poppy red. That grows on fields where valor led, It seem to signal to the skies That blood of heroes never dies' Both Maliks seem to suddenly be cut in half by a sword and Malik1 explodes in a burst of light.Malik2 now visibly Nelav falls on the ground,dead. Once the light is gone Malik's body is not in sight,but a single red poppy is where his body would have been.
Arcuna 07-09-04, 06:46 PM	((Malik you aren't leaving are you?? :( )) Heimosu stands there with no emotion whatsoever on his face. He examines the poppy from where he is standing, glances at Chris, and heads back inside. Without looking at anyone, he walks up to his room and shuts the door. The sound of his lutare can faintly be heard, beautiful yet heartbreaking music coming forth.
malik21 07-09-04, 07:00 PM	((Oh no I'm not leaving.Malik will have a large effect on this tavern yet.MWAHAHAHA)) In the distance a stranger appears and walks towards the tavern.He is a burly elf with hair all the way to his ankles. Though nothing is covering his face,it is not visible.He walks into the tavern and goes to Heimosu. "Where is the plant?"
Arcuna 07-09-04, 07:04 PM	Heimosu looks at the elf, hardly troubling himself with the question of how the elf got through the locked door. That "plant" is none of your concern. And with that, Heimosu continues to play his lutare. To Chris, he thinks, Someone is here looking for that flower. I'll be down in a moment, but for the time being, I advise you protect it.
malik21 07-09-04, 07:19 PM	The man stares at Heimosu. "Keeper!You will hand over the plant!"The lutare is silenced. If Heimosu looks closely he will see that the stranger is almost transparant.
Arcuna 07-09-04, 07:37 PM	Heimosu lowers his lutare calmly. He stands up, looking the elf straight in the eye. I will only hand over the plant once I learn what you need it for. Assuming Chris is still outside, he sees the poppy disappear.
Jaded_Garnet 07-09-04, 08:14 PM	Upon hearing the commotion around the tavern, Nezumi peeks out from the kitchen. 'Chris, what's going on?' she asks quietly.
malik21 07-09-04, 08:32 PM	Somewhat annoyed and not trying to hide it he simply replies "You need not to know. I suppose it was a poppy.It was his mothers favorite.I'll find it without you if you wish not to help Malik,but I suppose you do considering he was a friend of yours."
Arcuna 07-09-04, 08:40 PM	Heimosu's expression does not change. "Who the hell is this guy, and why should I trust him?" he thinks to himself. You should know, I am dangerous...But if I were to help you, wouldn't I need to know what you were planning to do? In his confusion, Heimosu completely looked over something that he scolded himself for days after for missing it. How do you know who I am, elf?
malik21 07-09-04, 08:54 PM	I know you because you are Malik's keeper.He chose you to guard what was left of him after he died because he trusted you. With that flower there is a chance of life,but only if you chose so.You may throw the flower into the fire and destroy it and my son,or you may save him.It is all your choice,not mine,not Maliks.
Arcuna 07-09-04, 09:10 PM	Again, with no expression, Heimosu says, You know, I really hate being the center of attention. He sighs. But, since he is my friend, and more importantly your son, I will help. The poppy materializes in his hand. What needs to be done?
malik21 07-09-04, 09:20 PM	When the poppy appears several of its petals are wilted and the flower seems to be dying.Sudenly two sentences appear in smoke above the flower. Times are good. Times are bad "Pick one"
Arcuna 07-09-04, 09:22 PM	Heimosu looks a little shocked. You're kidding, right? I have no idea what it even means! He looks at lit a little longer, then finally decides. Times are good. Everyone likes good times...
malik21 07-09-04, 09:33 PM	Wine? Rum? Pick again
Arcuna 07-09-04, 09:52 PM	Heimosu thinks he is catching on to the theme. Wine. he says with some confidence.
malik21 07-09-04, 11:30 PM	Fair? Blues? "Last one"
Arcuna 07-09-04, 11:51 PM	Not really understanding the question, Heimosu thinks back on what he knows of Malik. Parsley, Sage, Rosemary, and Thyme. Fair, He says with fake confidence.
malik21 07-10-04, 02:04 AM	((Yay!!You got 2 out of 3.)) The flower has only one red petal left and the elf plucks it and throws it into the now twirling smoke.Outside where the poppy first bloomed it suddenly became pitch black.Out of blackness emerged Malik,in a strange form((I hope this image works)) : http://www.animeshack.com/gallery/animegallery1/x/x02.html if it doesn't go to this link to see Malik: http://www.animeshack.com/gallery/animegallery1/x/x02.html He laughs to himself as he looks at his wings.Not what he expected. Back at the tavern with Heimosu... "If you wish to see him,he will be outside.Your in for quite a shock."The elf vanishes and the door opens as if telling Heimosu to go and see.
Arcuna 07-10-04, 02:23 AM	As if nothing happened, Heimosu calmly walks out of his room and heads downstairs. As he reaches the bottom, he finds he has broken into a full run. He literally flips over a table that he would've otherwise crahsed into. Seeing the vague humaniod shape through the glass, he bursts through the door. Malik, you're... he cuts off sharply as he looks at Malik. ...different. What happened to you?? ((btw both of those are friggin awesome! Did you do those yourself?))
malik21 07-10-04, 10:08 AM	((Nah.Its from some anime show.Iwish I did though :-) )) "Well,... I guess because I picked you as my keeper.It all depends on you,not me.If I picked Chris I can't imagine what I would be.I believe I got this," he says pointing at the devilish wing, "because I used you..."He pulls out his sword. "I guess my daggers gone to." He smiles at Heimosu and thanks him as he begins to walk towards the tavern.
Jaded_Garnet 07-10-04, 12:09 PM	Nezumi blinks as Heimosu tears through the Inn and out the door. 'Is something happening again?' she thinks to herself, a little more than curious now. But she stood her ground.
malik21 07-10-04, 12:17 PM	Malik walks into the bar and folds his wings in.He spots Nezumi. "Hi, Nezumi!You OK?"
Jaded_Garnet 07-10-04, 12:21 PM	"I....... I'm fine," she replies, stepping out from the kitchen doorway. 'So something did happen...' she thought.
malik21 07-10-04, 12:27 PM	Malik walks over and sits at an empty table and a glass of wine appears before him.He doesn't drink it but stares at the center of the glass.The wine turns black and one half is white.The colors swirl around each other but never merge.
malik21 07-10-04, 12:55 PM	Malik plucks a feather from his angelic wing and dips it into the glass.He begins to write on the table: To my beloved Synthia, I miss you more than ever.I can only hope you are okay and safe. Their government will not last long.Freedom will be bestowed upon all in our town.Their leader is dead. I will not rest until not one of them stands.I am at the Darkhole Inn.Come....
Jaded_Garnet 07-10-04, 01:51 PM	Seeing as Malik is busy, Nezumi wanders back into the kitchen, sitting in the shadows. "Somehow, everything feels different now..." she says aloud.
malik21 07-10-04, 01:53 PM	Malik continues writing looking up every now and then to make sure no one was watching.
malik21 07-10-04, 01:55 PM	((Hey Tarran,who is this sean you talked about on the character posting board?))
Arcuna 07-10-04, 01:59 PM	Heimosu follows Malik back in, feeling oddly guilty for Malik's demon wing. He tries not to think about how one of his only friends was killed and brought back in a matter of seconds. He walks over to Nezumi. You know, this Inn really attracts a lot of freaks, he says with a smile. He makes a gesture referring to everyone inside the Inn, making sure to include himself.
malik21 07-10-04, 02:07 PM	Malik finishes writing ... Sincerly Mal The words disappear and Malik begins to draw a picture of Synthia: http://animeshack.com/gallery/animegallery1/bakurestu_hunters/Bakurestu_Hunters17.html
Jaded_Garnet 07-10-04, 02:08 PM	"Freaks? We are all so very different, that is all..." she replies softly, her eyes glittering in the dim room.
malik21 07-10-04, 02:12 PM	Malik finishes his drawing and then goes into the kitchen with Nezumi and Heimosu.
Jaded_Garnet 07-10-04, 02:14 PM	Nezumi glances up at Malik. "You've... changed a bit," she comments.
Arcuna 07-10-04, 02:15 PM	I'm sorry, he says. I was only kidding. Seeing Malik walk in, Heimosu turns to him. Malik, I need to talk to you for a second, about what happened while you were "dead." If you wish to speak in private, then we may do so.
malik21 07-10-04, 02:15 PM	"A bit."he says and smiles.To Heimosu he says"What do you need to know?"
Jaded_Garnet 07-10-04, 02:16 PM	"Shall I go then Heimosu?" she asks, standing up quickly.
Arcuna 07-10-04, 02:17 PM	Only if Malik would rather talk in private. But, you will not need to go anywhere.
malik21 07-10-04, 02:18 PM	I do not mind
Arcuna 07-10-04, 02:20 PM	Alright then. Only seconds after I had closed the door to my room, an elf appeared. He sought the poppy you left behind. I agreed to help him, and after almost solving a short puzzle, the elf left, and there you were outside. ...What exactly happened?
Jaded_Garnet 07-10-04, 02:20 PM	Nezumi sighs, then leans back against the wall, her hair falling forward in front of her eyes. She was thinking, but it was hard to tell of what. Sadness filled her heart suddenly and she kept silent. 'I can never be forgiven for all the crimes I've commited, whether it was me or the demon.'
malik21 07-10-04, 02:26 PM	How did the elf get there so fast?What elf?
Arcuna 07-10-04, 02:33 PM	He said you were his son... He hesitates before telling Malik the rest. ...He looked like a spirit.
Jaded_Garnet 07-10-04, 02:35 PM	Nezumi walks out of the room, leaving behind Heimosu and Malik. She rushes outside, dismay painting her pale face. 'Why didn't I realize it before? The guilt I feel will never go away, I can only forget it for a time before it comes back. It all comes back. I'd rather be unknowing of what has happened.' she tells herself. And as if that guilt was visible and detectable, sounds of a group of marching soldiers eachoes down from the enterance. 'They've followed me? But how? It's been so long since I lost them! Someone knew... someone told!' The metal clinking sounds become louder and Nezumi can hear one of them speak. "These directions have to be right. The travellers did not lie. Now we will bring her back to the city for trial!" Nezumi's heart seems to stop as she is filled with fear. 'So I did murder in the last city before I came here... it is all catching up with me!' She stands there weakly, unable to bring herself to run inside.
malik21 07-10-04, 02:38 PM	That does make sense.I never met him.He died before I was born. I am not sure though. I have not been a keeper of my clan so I have never experienced what you did. To me it seemed like I was dead forever.A couple days at least.
malik21 07-10-04, 02:42 PM	Malik watches Nezumi leave and runs after her. As he gets to the door he spreads his wings and flies above Nezumi.He spots the soldiers and goes down and asks what they are looking for.
Arcuna 07-10-04, 02:44 PM	((Urge to metagame...so strong...can't resist...must...help...Nezumi!!! But I hate metagamers so I can't :()) Well, then I guess it is a bit easier to hear it, then. He seemed like the kind of person who was not used to being talked back to, but at the same time, he was very kind. You would've been lucky to have a father like that. Anyway, he says quickly, realizing that me might be causing Malik pain. You were dead for less than ten minutes. Of course, time is a strange thing, and so for you it may have been days, even years.
Arcuna 07-10-04, 02:46 PM	((okay never mind :D)) Heimosu runs after Malik. Seeing the large army outside, he slowly materializes one of his swords. You shall come no further if you value your lives!
Jaded_Garnet 07-10-04, 03:10 PM	"Let them come. This is what I deserve..." Nezumi shouts to the two of them.
Arcuna 07-10-04, 03:16 PM	Heimosu spins around and looks at Nezumi angrily. This is not what you deserve! You haven't done anything! You have to stop blaming yourself for other people's actions! And with that, Heimosu begins to cast an aresnal of defensive spells on Nezumi. He then turns to the approaching soldiers. Stay where you are! This girl is aware of her actions! She... "Oh yeah, Heimosu, tell them it was her evil twin sister." She will atone for her actions here! You have no more reason to stay.
malik21 07-10-04, 03:18 PM	Malik flies down into the middle of the soldiers, slashing several of them as he goes.His wings are still out and he knocks people out with them too.A soldier pushes his sword straight through Malik's demon wing and Malik falls down.The soldiers circle around him.
Arcuna 07-10-04, 03:22 PM	"Great. If I go out there, I risk unleashing my curse. But if I don't..." Heimosu materializes his other sword and charges towards the soldiers. His swords take on their earlier aura, and soon his whole body takes it on too. I warned you! he shouts. He runs into the crowd and begins killing the soldiers surrounding Malik. Once he gets through, he tries to defend Malik as best he can. Hey, you still able to stand?
malik21 07-10-04, 03:28 PM	Malik stands up. To him it feels like he took a sword to the head,but folds his wings in and begins to play his Lutare.Several of the soldiers collapse and fall into a deep sleep.Exausted by his efforts he leans against a building. "Where's Chris?"
Arcuna 07-10-04, 03:39 PM	((Yeah, where is Chris?? Or Jarkeel, for that matter...)) Not sure. All I can say for sure is that he's still inside. Here, let me-- He cuts off. His expression is as if he had just been told that his parents were murdered in cold blood, or something of equal horror. Soon, his body lifts off the ground. He appears not to notice, however. He seems to be in a deep trance. His body is then covered in a yellow fire, and a thin golden beam fires up from his chest. The beam pierces the cave ceiling easily. Soon the beam gets wider, until it has roughly a 10' radius. About 10 seconds later, he falls to the ground. The beam is gone, but a large yellow ball is still hovering in the air. Oh gods...he whispers to himself. After ripping himself out of the fear that just engulfed him, he spins around to Malik. Both vocally, and mentally, he screams, GET AWAY FROM ME! Suddenly, an explosive force throws Malik up against a wall that is nearly 40 feet away. Although the pain is excruciating, he finds he can still stand, with some effort. ((Figured I'd do this around post 500...Thanks for setting the stage, JG :)))
malik21 07-10-04, 03:46 PM	Malik just barely stands up and looks at his wings. Several feathers are missing and bent and the gaping hole in his demon wing was bleeding bloody hell He walks 20-30 ft closer to Heimosu "Whats wrong?"
Arcuna 07-10-04, 03:50 PM	The ball gets larger and larger until it has a 15' radius. Then, it forms into a strange shape. The light fades, and what's left is a monster that resembles nothing any of you have ever seen. ((For whose of you who have played FFX, I based this thing off of Anima)) It stands about 30 feet tall, has 4 arms, each of which have 4 long claws. It's two legs look scrawny, but nonethelss strong. The creature has 3 red eyes, which appear randomly placed on its forehead. It has no ears, just two large holes where they would be. It's mouth has no lips, but plenty of jagged, mismatched teeth to take their place. It has long, messy, white hair which goes down to its "shoulders". Heimosu's eyes begin to glow with the same blue as his swords, until they are bright enough to light the Inn's common room. His swords' auras increase in size until they explode into blue flame. Heimosu gets into a defensive stance, and prepares for combat.
Arcuna 07-10-04, 03:58 PM	((To everyone who can fight, Heimosu could really use some help...;))) The abomination thrusts one of its left arms down at Heimosu, but he manages to jump out of the way. However, using its other left arm, it swipes at him in mid air, and smashes him into a nearby wall. The creature lets out a terrible scream that leaves everyone's ears ringing.
malik21 07-10-04, 03:59 PM	Malik looks at the monster.He is in no condition to fight and can't find his sword.He takes a rock and throws it at the monster. "Well,It was worth a shot." A strange orb appears and light shoots from it.He aims at the monster and a burst of light that looks like a ying-yang sign without the dots goes towards the monster.Malik flys back about 10 feet
Arcuna 07-10-04, 04:06 PM	The monster screams in pain (or, at least you think it's pain) as it's skin diesntigrates, and its hair burns off. One of its arms is now oddly bent. It wheels around, and charges at Malik. You see a large bolt of electricity come at it, only to cause a little smoke to rise, and have the monster turn around again, now charging at Heimosu. He is also charging at it. He jumps up, and with both swords, stabs deep into the creature's chest. You notice that the swords burn in clean holes, as opposed to cutting flesh. You then vaguely remember Heimosu saying that the swords were designed to kill these monsters. The creature bats Heimosu and his swords away. He tries to crawl over and get them, while the monster charges again at Malik.
malik21 07-10-04, 04:10 PM	Malik sees his sword and grabs it.With every ounce of strength left Malik jumps onto the creatures head and stabs his sword into it's neck.He holds on for dear life
Arcuna 07-10-04, 04:17 PM	The creature screams again, and rolls its head around in circles. Thankfully, the cut is extremely deep, so Malik has a realtively easy time holding on. He can vaguely see Heimosu cast a spell form behind. A thin beam of fire goes from his fingers to the creature, who catches very quickly. It's fire! Heimosu shouts. I'll explain later! If you have any fire weapons or spells, USE THEM! Heimosu continues to burn the creature, while it slowly succeeds to get Malik off.
malik21 07-10-04, 04:22 PM	Malik is losing his grip so he sets his sword aflame and drops down. He tries to spread his wings to use as a parachute,but quickly folds them back from the pain.He lands on all fours on the ground.
Arcuna 07-10-04, 04:25 PM	Just when you thought it couldn't get any louder, the monster roars due to the pain of the fire. It thrashes around frantically trying to kill the little creatures who did this to it. Heimosu begins to cast another spell. I am going to need time, this spell takes a while, He mentally screams to Malik. You have to hold it off!
Jaded_Garnet 07-10-04, 04:25 PM	"I did it all. I killed all the children!" she cries out, finally admiting it. She could remember it all, even though it was the demon that had controlled her. She had felt its fury. Its emotion...
malik21 07-10-04, 04:28 PM	Malik goes to theopposite side of the creature than Heimosu and begin to shoot several arrows.When the arrows collide with the beast they explode on impact adding more fire to it.
malik21 07-10-04, 04:28 PM	dub
Jaded_Garnet 07-10-04, 04:30 PM	Nezumi stands calm in the middle of all the chaos.
malik21 07-10-04, 04:32 PM	Stripping his red cape Malik sets it on fire and throws it at the creature
Jaded_Garnet 07-10-04, 04:33 PM	Nezumi shakes her head, then slowly begins to walk towards the surface, the guilt of her actions both past and present killing her inside. 'Now they must fight a monster... because of me...'
Arcuna 07-10-04, 04:36 PM	((Is this a typo, or does Fire Storm really only take one round??? This is from the 3.5 PHB)) Heimosu finsihes his spell. Suddenly, bolts of flame appear out of nowhere, piercing through the creature, and burning it even more. Malik and Heimosu would both have to run about ten feet to get out of the way (which I assume they do). Heimosu charges at the now thuroughly burning monster, jumps, and stabs into it again. This time, the monster stops, and slowly turns into smoke. The smoke is then sucked and absorbed into Heimosu's body, where it returns to the wasteland it came from. Heimosu stabs it again and again as the creature slowly gets smaller and more deranged. Finally, when it is completely gone, he stands there with his swords, panting. This, he says mentally and weakly. This...is my curse. With that, Heimosu's eyes lose their glow, his black swords lose their fire, and Heimosu falls on the ground unconsious. ((phew, that was fun :)))
malik21 07-10-04, 04:39 PM	Malik tries to go to Heimosu to help him but collapses due to loss of blood.
malik21 07-10-04, 04:45 PM	Suddenly as if out of nowhere Synthia( http://animeshack.com/gallery/animegallery1/bakurestu_hunters/Bakurestu_Hunters17.html ) appears. Malik and Heimosu float above the air and then into the bar.She follows and tends to their wounds.After she is done she gives malik a kiss on the cheek and goes to the kitchen and begins to cook.
Jaded_Garnet 07-10-04, 04:45 PM	Nezumi makes it to the surface, the light blinding her for an instant. A few surviving soldiers immediatly swarm her. "You are under arrest for the slaughtering of innocent children. You're fate will be decided inside the city walls. Until then, be silent," one of them orders her, taking her arms and shackling her wrists together. The other guards stand around her, glancing occationally down into the cave.
malik21 07-10-04, 04:49 PM	Several of the guards closest to Nezumi explode and Synthia walks towards them."You will not touch this girl."
Arcuna 07-10-04, 04:50 PM	((Where's Chris when you need him??)) Heimosu opens his eyes for a second. He wonders where Nezumi went. Wasn't she watching the combat? And who was this girl who, out of nowhere, came and saved them? His eyes shut again ((Well, my guy's out of it for a while))
Jaded_Garnet 07-10-04, 04:50 PM	((ok, i guess i don't tell my story.))
malik21 07-10-04, 04:53 PM	Synthia continues,"If you wish to have a trial for her you will have in that tavern and I will be judge and jury,least you suffer the same fate as your comrads."
Jaded_Garnet 07-10-04, 04:54 PM	:( ((just nevermind the soldier thing then...))
Arcuna 07-10-04, 04:58 PM	((Well aren't we all happy??))
malik21 07-10-04, 04:59 PM	((Your bossy aren't ya':D ))
Jaded_Garnet 07-10-04, 05:00 PM	((who me? forget it i'm leaving this thread))
Arcuna 07-10-04, 05:02 PM	((wtf! can't we just back up about 10 posts??))
malik21 07-10-04, 05:04 PM	((Why?))
Jaded_Garnet 07-10-04, 05:10 PM	((it's like i'm just talking to myself here. i'm not posting anymore, so stop asking why.))
malik21 07-10-04, 05:12 PM	((OK.We'll just say the monster killed you))
Jaded_Garnet 07-10-04, 05:15 PM	((fine! i don't care anymore!))
Arcuna 07-10-04, 05:15 PM	((okay, but you're welcome back here if you want to rejoin))
Jaded_Garnet 07-10-04, 05:16 PM	((jerks))
malik21 07-10-04, 05:21 PM	((Welcome back anytime))
malik21 07-10-04, 05:22 PM	((Any time now))
Jaded_Garnet 07-10-04, 05:31 PM	((well then... since i'm dead aren't you gonna continue on without me??))
Arcuna 07-10-04, 05:32 PM	((geez calm down, Heimosu is unconsious, so I can't do much anyway. 'sides, if you want back in, just say so and you won't be dead. Either way, please stop contradicting yourself, no offense.))
malik21 07-10-04, 06:14 PM	Synthia comes back with a bottle of elixer.She puts some in Heimosu's and Malik's mouths to wake them up
Arcuna 07-10-04, 06:19 PM	After having a short coughing fit, Heimosu sits upright and grabs Synthia by the collar. He looks her straight in the eye and asks, The Inn...*cough* *cough*...was anyone hurt?!
malik21 07-10-04, 06:24 PM	Synthia is a little scared,not used to being treated like this especially not from someone she had helped"I'm not sure.I know you and Mal were,but I don't really know anyone here."
Arcuna 07-10-04, 06:27 PM	He stares at her a little longer, then lets go and falls back onto the floor. I'm sorry, he says softly. I was just worried about the others...
malik21 07-10-04, 06:40 PM	Malik wakes up. Synthia:OH!Maly! They exchange a hug and a short,but passionate kiss. "I cooked some food for you guys if your hungry" "No thanks." Another kiss. Malik looks at his wing,it is almost completely healed "I won't be flying anytime soon." "You'll be fine,does your friend want anything?"
Arcuna 07-10-04, 06:45 PM	No, thanks. Heimosu tries to sit up, and with a lot of effort, succeeds. But maybe later, after I talk to the Innkeeper. Gotta make sure he knows why I went out there...
malik21 07-10-04, 06:52 PM	They both go to a table by the fire and talk about the happenings.You may catch a few words. "...Heimosu...." "...Darkhole..." "...Saved me..." "...Missed you..." After they are done talking and there is nothing to talk about they stare intently at each other.
Arcuna 07-10-04, 07:01 PM	Heimosu gets frightened when he can't find his swords, but sees them nearby and dematerializes them. Regardless of what time it is, he opens a portal, crawls inside, shuts the portal, and goes to sleep in his extradimensional prison. (anyone who wants to contact him can do so by thought.)
malik21 07-10-04, 08:13 PM	Synthia mentaly contacts Heimosu. 'Thank you for saving Maly.'
Arcuna 07-10-04, 08:19 PM	Heimosu tries to wake himself enough to talk. After a minute or so, he responds, "I saved him? He saved me!" he says with a laugh.
Lord Tarran 07-11-04, 12:30 AM	((We have had the god moding chat before, haven't we everyone? Could you people wait for me? If you want my response, you must wait. Especially you Malik. I had plans for the dome. Which, mind, you broke, even after I made it painfully clear it was impossible, even for Lord Ao.)) Christopher charges to the surface, having felt Nezumi's light fail. His mother, he knew, had long disappeared, back in the Moon Gardens of Mt. Celestia. Among the bodies, among the rubble of the battle, he finds her. Her pulse, he finds, is weak, her breath, shallow. Calling on his Silverfire, he pulses it, slowly, slowly, faster, faster, through her, trying to preserve her soul, her body, her life. Cradling her, he carries her to the inn slowly, continuing the magic as he does. As he arrives, he brings himself to his room, taking Nezumi, poor, hurt, Nezumi, with him. Leaving the spell to do its work, he lies her on the bed, as he opens a drawer of his bedside table, drawing a large crystal, and a holy book of Selune. Prayers in a heavenly language pour from his mouth, as the crystal glows, pouring ancient, powerful, divine magic of healing and life onto the girl. More power he pours, as sweat and exhaustion begin to soak into him. More and more, as the crystal glows brighter and brighter. Suddenly, with the sound of shattering glass, the crystal breaks into dust, covering the girl in even more healing magiks. Christopher collaspes, even though he had been sitting on the floor of his room, his head in her lap. ((Jade, please come back.))
malik21 07-11-04, 12:36 AM	((Hehe...sorry got caught up in the moment.))
Arcuna 07-11-04, 12:58 AM	Originally posted by Lord Tarran ((We have had the god moding chat before, haven't we everyone? Could you people wait for me? If you want my response, you must wait. Especially you Malik. I had plans for the dome. Which, mind, you broke, even after I made it painfully clear it was impossible, even for Lord Ao.)) ((Maybe I'm just dense, but not a word of that made sense to me...)
Jaded_Garnet 07-11-04, 01:03 AM	((i'll come back, but only if people really want me to..))
Arcuna 07-11-04, 01:13 AM	((Personally, I'd be glad to have you back...as long as you stop telling Malik that I'm 12 :P))
malik21 07-11-04, 01:18 AM	PLS COME BACK!!!!!
Jaded_Garnet 07-11-04, 01:18 AM	((doesn't it say that in your profile? i just noticed and was kinda surprised.))
Jaded_Garnet 07-11-04, 01:22 AM	((i had a really rough day, sorry for being sensitive, i'm a girl it's what i do. <--bad joke on myself. so if it's ok i guess i'll come back to life. if anyone says no, then i'll step aside. be honest.))
malik21 07-11-04, 01:26 AM	((We have had the god moding chat before, haven't we everyone? Could you people wait for me? If you want my response, you must wait. Especially you Malik. I had plans for the dome. Which, mind, you broke, even after I made it painfully clear it was impossible, even for Lord Ao.)) ((Wait a second.I'm confused.I didn't break it,I died and was reincarnated.Who's to say I was reincarnated in the orb? PLS PLS PLS PLS COME BACK))
Arcuna 07-11-04, 01:33 AM	((oh that dome...yeah he never broke it, he simply died. And my profile says im 15 Okay you want our honest opinions? Heres mine: Come back, and we'll assume you were just badly wounded as opposed to killed. Then, as soon as Nezumi can walk, you can carry out your story as you originally planned. Sorry if it seems like I'm taking control of everything, just figured I'd say my piece then be quiet.))
Lord Tarran 07-11-04, 01:36 AM	((Come Jade, we have many miles to go before sleep. And I gave you the biggest in back to the life of Nezumi as I can. Also, has does and OOC thread sound to you guys? Please return Jade. We will miss you if you leave.))
malik21 07-11-04, 01:38 AM	((An OOC thread sounds good))
Jaded_Garnet 07-11-04, 01:39 AM	((ok... are you sure though? i feel so bad...)) Nezumi does not stir, but simply breathes for the beautiful sake of breathing. She was actually a bit frightened to open her eyes and felt comfort in just lying there. Then she realized Chris was there and attempted to sit up a little. 'I...'
Lord Tarran 07-11-04, 01:42 AM	Christopher, deeply asleep, merely nestles more when she moves. He, somehow, managed to move to keep his head there, his body somehow lying flat on the bed. He doesn't seem like he's going to move much. If she tries, Nezumi will find that all mental and telepathic emanations in Christopher have dropped into sleep.
Arcuna 07-11-04, 01:44 AM	((Yeah, we may as well have an OOC thread...sorry about the god mode earlier. And yes, JG, we are sure we want you back :) EDIT: If by god mode, you mean casting a 7th level spell in one round, I didn't make up the one round thing. If anybody has a 3.5 PHB nearby, please double check, because mine says Firestorm only takes one round...))
Jaded_Garnet 07-11-04, 01:46 AM	((thanks you guys. ^_^ )) Nezumi lies back again, gazing at the ceiling.
malik21 07-11-04, 01:48 AM	((KEEP J!HAVE OOC!On with the thread Lets get this gravy train a movin' EDIT:Hey,Jade I was just kiddin' when I said the got killed by the monster))
malik21 07-12-04, 12:14 AM	Malik and Synthia embrace one more thyme(Spelling meant) and Synthia disappears "Good bye"malik whispers.
malik21 07-12-04, 12:14 AM	dub
Jaded_Garnet 07-12-04, 04:08 PM	Nezumi cannot sleep any longer as she lies there motionless. She sits up and tried to pull her legs up. 'You should wake up...' she asks Chris gently.
malik21 07-12-04, 04:14 PM	Malik just sits there and a single tear rolls down his cheek.
Lord Tarran 07-12-04, 08:52 PM	He rolls off of Nezumi, but continues to face her while on his side. He opens one eye, like an overgrown cat, making a face to match, trying to be funny. I suppose you're right. But you gave us all a scare. I don't think I'll be capable of any magiks short of turning candles on for a while. He looks at her sheepishly. But it was worth it. He blushes, pecks her on the cheek, stands up, and straightens himself out. So, what did you and my mother speak of?
Jaded_Garnet 07-12-04, 08:55 PM	Nezumi blinks for a second, then replies, "Oh, well um... things."
malik21 07-12-04, 09:00 PM	Malik casts a spell on himself and goes into the fire and sits down.
Lord Tarran 07-12-04, 09:06 PM	Chris cocks an eyebrow. He almost laughs out: My mother is a goddess. I'm sure you can remember some specifics my dear. He wheels a chair from the wall over and sits on it backwards, facing her.
Jaded_Garnet 07-12-04, 09:09 PM	Nezumi sighs, looking away shyly. "It's just... my life... is somewhat back to normal. I am free. But still... the past lingers behind me. It almost caught up to me before. Perhaps I did not deserve what you gave me," she explains softly, but not sadly.
Lord Tarran 07-12-04, 09:14 PM	My dear, I gave you nothing. I merely helped you find your way. My mother finished by freeing you of your past as much as possible. All I can say is that you are safe here.... with me. He sits next to her now. What else?
Jaded_Garnet 07-12-04, 09:19 PM	"Nothing else... that is all," she says, smiling weakly.
Lord Tarran 07-12-04, 09:25 PM	He looks at her incredously, obviously not believing her, but leaving it to her to tell him. He pecks her on the cheek, and limps to the door. I believe it is time for us to head back downstairs.
Jaded_Garnet 07-12-04, 09:31 PM	She goes with him downstairs, averting her eyes when she sees people down there. 'They must think I'm weak....'
Lord Tarran 07-12-04, 09:43 PM	He props himself in a chair, looking around the inn. He cracks open a bottle of wine, from the looks of it a centuries old bottle made by the original elves. He pulls two glasses out, keeping others nearby if someone wants any. He pours the first two, offering one to Nezumi, before sipping his. It has a very rich taste, sweet, fragrant, simply amazing. He looks over his glass at his mother's chosen, before saying: When do you want to begin training?
Jaded_Garnet 07-12-04, 09:48 PM	"Whenever you see fit," she says, shyly as if she didn't know him. She sits down though, wondering about the wine. 'Alchohol...?'
Lord Tarran 07-12-04, 09:52 PM	A glass won't drunken you my dear. Mind, I don't think the contents of the entire bar could get you woozy. Yet another gift, He spat the word somewhat, from our birthright. No, what I meant with the training was how do you want to do it? Privately? Out in the caves? Upstairs? I can start when your ready, but I need a where.
Jaded_Garnet 07-12-04, 09:54 PM	Nezumi sits there, her mouth open a bit. 'I have no idea.... but what do you mean by training?'
malik21 07-12-04, 09:54 PM	Seeing the wine Malik comes out of the fire place.Several strands of hair seem to be on fire and scorch marks are on his clothes.He walks up to Chris."Do you mind if I have some?"
Lord Tarran 07-12-04, 09:59 PM	As he pours Malik's glass, he switches to thought speech as he speaks to Nezumi: I mean training on control of all your abilities, or more like refining. Also, possibly, teaching on how to fight, both human and snake forms. Even if you don't want to fight, it would be good for you to be able to. Also, possibly we could talk about what being chosen means, and anything else we can think of as we go along. He smiles at her, totally beaming. His mindspeak continues: Heck, it doesn't half to be all work. We'll have fun, don't worry.
malik21 07-12-04, 10:05 PM	Malik takes the glass."Thank you"
Jaded_Garnet 07-12-04, 10:09 PM	Nezumi looks a bit surprised, then smiles brightly. 'You are so much to me...'
Lord Tarran 07-12-04, 10:13 PM	He returns the smile, as well as adding a kiss. His voice, aloud and soft, says; And you to me, Nezumi. Now, honestly, when should we start? He pulls out a clipboards from underneath the counter, and paper and quill already and waiting, he begins writing down options, waiting for Nezumi's response.
Jaded_Garnet 07-12-04, 10:17 PM	"But like I said.... I don't know!" she replies uncertainly.
Lord Tarran 07-12-04, 10:23 PM	My dear, this is something I can't help you on. You need to decide where. I'll find a time, okay? Just where should we meet for training.
Jaded_Garnet 07-12-04, 10:26 PM	"Ummmmm... outside of here?" she answers, still unsure and a bit uncomfortable with being put on the spot. She finally took a big gulp of the wine, very thirsty obviously. She coughs a little.
Lord Tarran 07-12-04, 10:31 PM	Sorry, should have warned you, the wine is pretty strong tasting. So, outside? There is actual a small subcave about a half mile from here that would be a good place to work. It was my old training area. I could refit it when we go there to training for two. That sound good. He's writing down what looks like specifications for those changes.
Jaded_Garnet 07-12-04, 10:33 PM	Nezumi blinks. "Of course then...." she says without knowing it. She finishes the wine hastily.
Lord Tarran 07-12-04, 10:35 PM	Chris looks up from the pad. What is it? Something else? His voice is concerned and caring.
Jaded_Garnet 07-12-04, 10:38 PM	"Huh? Oh nothing really. Just worried..." she says, then finishes silently, 'What if I'm not "chosen" material?'
Lord Tarran 07-12-04, 10:40 PM	My mother chose you on potential. Training is needed to bring you there to full. Don't worry. We'll go slow, and then we'll zoom along. I was thinking about a hunt at the end of the month, and if you're ready, I would like to take you along.
malik21 07-12-04, 10:41 PM	((Pls don't hunt me))
Jaded_Garnet 07-12-04, 10:44 PM	((lol)) "Why do you think so highly of me? What interests you? Why spend the effort and time on someone like me?" she asks, overwhelmed yet.... not.
Lord Tarran 07-12-04, 10:52 PM	For starters, you remind me of when I first found out about my powers. Secondly, I fell in love with you. Next, you are my mother's chosen, and it is my duty as another one of them to help you. Lastly, its because I like you Nezumi. Being with you brings me joy. Helping you does the same. ((Feldriow, not Malik's, will be hunted.))
Jaded_Garnet 07-12-04, 10:54 PM	Nezumi breathes out a soft sigh, all of this so... pleasant to her. She barely felt this way and now it was beginning to be everything she felt. "I will try my best," she says wholeheartedly.
Lord Tarran 07-12-04, 10:57 PM	Good, is all that Chris says as he smiles, and kisses her cheek, getting up from his chair and walking into the main room, sitting near the door, watching out the window. He looks lonely suddenly.
Jaded_Garnet 07-12-04, 11:04 PM	She watches him go, wondering and worrying all the while. 'I mean it... I will try. I hope that one day I can be everything you want me to be,' she tells him.
Arcuna 07-13-04, 01:39 AM	Having taken the 10 minute nap he wanted so badly, Heimosu gets up and leaves his prison. A large white hole appears in the middle of the room, and Heimosu, in oddly...normal clothes steps out. He nods to Nezumi and Malik, and walks into the main room. He sits down next to Chris without looking at him. You know, I only went out there because Malik was in trouble. It's obvious that he thinks what he did was wrong, and even more so that he does not want to be a save-the-day kind of person. It's just, well, I haven't had a friend in so long, and losing one now would just be too much for me to bear. ((Sorry if this is really cheesy, I'm not used to playing sentimental characters :D))
malik21 07-13-04, 03:32 PM	Malik 'happened' to overhear what Heimosu said and smiled :)before going back into the fire.
Naiilo 07-13-04, 10:23 PM	(See OOC for picture of character) A strange being walked into the tavern. He wore an elegant black velvet collared shirt; tucked into dark purple gloves; over a barely visible chainmail shirt. Black pants were tucked into medium height dark purple boots, which were folded down at the top. His neck adorned a piece of metal that looked as if it were "flowing" like a stream. At his waist sat two elaborate scabbards that held beautifully crafted rapiers. Each rapier had a silver hilt, it's metal looking as if it "flowing" like his necklace. His hair was a worn short, and looked as if it were crafted silver, not fine hairs. Perhaps the two most peculiar things about this being though, was his skin; a hide that looked as if it were forged from metal, and his eyes, which had no pupil or iris, just a layer of silver that caught every light and reflected it back. He was a Zenythri, one of the rarest planar races known to man. He strode to the bar and sat down easily, moving his scabbards to the side and resting his hands on the wood. **************************************** ************ The dim light made him feel welcome. The shadows eased his mind. His light foot-falls walked easily across the stone and into the door. He wore simple black clothing, and a long black cloak with the hood pulled over his head. Visible on his thigh was a dagger that seemed to be made of pure thorns and two bumps at his waist, seen through the otherwise tight fitting cloak, showed the location of two more daggers. The man walked effortessly, making not a sound upon the ground, and made his way to a dark corner where a lone table stood. He withdrew a rolled parchment and began studying it intently.
malik21 07-13-04, 10:33 PM	Through the flames licking his face, Malik sees the stranger and takes note of his weapons.He didn't trust this man at all.
Jaded_Garnet 07-13-04, 11:54 PM	Nezumi's gaze is torn from Christopher when this man walks in. Why was he so heavily armed? She draws back into her chair some, blinking her still brilliant yellow eyes.
Naiilo 07-14-04, 01:36 AM	The strange Zenythri stared intently upon the dark fellow who walked into the bar just after him. He knew who this assassin was hunting, for he had run into Le` Lorinel earlier that same day. With a wave of his silver hand, now visible due to his removal of his gloves, The Zenythri motions for the beautiful eyed lady. "Greetings Madam, I am Larinthiose De`Mairko De'lavoi, but you may call me Larin" He said in a soothing sheen of a voice. "That fellow there, his name's Le` Lorinel. Perhaps you have heard of it yes? It's an old elvish phrase which literally translates to "To you to me" or "Unto you what's been done unto me." Commonly used to express friendship between two kin, but it is also known as a saying of revenge. I'd watch out for that one aye. Friendly enough, if no talking and assassination is friendly to you. Heard he's on a mission of sorts, hunting down a drow priestess of some repute." Larin finishes, smiling at the woman. He spins on his chair then, and rests his hands again on the table. **************************************** ******** Le`Lorinel studied the parchment again and again. It's only sayings: " Lady Damine Nashkel. Priestess of Lolth and third child of Matron Mother Galeen Nashkel. Find her, and you shall find what you seek. Signed, Pasha Signed Pasha? Le` Lorinel wandered which that could mean. There were enough to make this letter seem anonymous. Find what you seek? How could this Pasha know of what he seeks, Le` Lorinel wandered, when he himself forgot during the course of his long existence.
malik21 07-14-04, 02:01 AM	Malik sneaks up to Le`Lorinel to see what he is looking at.Some ash falls on Le`Lorinel's parchment.Malik goes back in the fire immediatly,hopefully fast enough Le`Lorinel didn't see him.
Arcuna 07-14-04, 02:03 AM	Heimosu had been watching the two creatures, and noted how heavily armed they were. "And I thought Jessica seemed strange. These two certainly know how to defend themselves..." He turns to Christopher and whispers, I'd keep an eye on them if I were you...
malik21 07-14-04, 02:24 AM	"And I thought Jarkeel seemed strange. These two certainly know how to kill people..."Malik thinks to himself
Naiilo 07-14-04, 12:00 PM	Larin watches Le`Lorinel for a moment, and then walks up to the man he heard was Christopher. He shifts his weight to his left foot with a slight wince, and he relieves the weight on his right. "Perhaps I could ask of you a room for the evening." he says in his clear voice that sounded like water rolling down a silver sheet. Before Christopher could answer, Larinthiose's body seems to waver and then disappear entirely, leaving the slightest bit of purple energy in his place. Where his left foot would have been if he were to stay, a dagger made entirely of thorns was sunk to the hilt in the ground. The thorns seemed to pulsate and grow, digging ever deeper into it's supposed target. Larinthiose reappears at the bar again, in the same seat he was before. His glare upon Le`Lorinel seemed to make his silver eyes light with an inner fire. Larinthiose reached down and rubbed his right leg, and he brought back a bloodied hand for doing so. **************************************** *********** Le` Lorinel glowered at the impossible Larinthiose. This one had caused him pain before. Le`Lorinel wiped the obvious ash from the table, and looked at the fire, the obvious target. How could people believe him that stupid? Le` Lorinel yawned and rolled the parchment up, sticking in an unseen pocket within his cloak. In the same movement he drew both his daggers. One was a brilliant silver, it's pommel consisting of a dragons head and the handle the dragon's ribcage. A green vein ran through the straight blade, and it seemed to glow sinister color.The other blade was easily the most dispicable looking dagger in the Nine Hells. It's pommel consisted of a shrunken human head, and the handle was made of two colar bones surrounding a score of vertebrate from a dwarf. The crossguard was made of a fibula from an elf. The blade itself was black obisdian and had red lines shifting through it, like blood inside the body. Le` Lorinel began spinning each dagger through his fingers, and mentally called to the barbed dagger in the ground. The dagger retracted it's thorns and shot back to it's wielder, but instead of him catching it, he hit the blade with one of his other daggers and sent it into a spinning movement also, keeping it balanced between the two already going.
Lord Tarran 07-14-04, 05:14 PM	Le Lorinel. I would kindly ask you to refrain from combat and hostilities while inside my inn. I have enough of late. Larin, a single gold piece is all I ask. Christopher walks over to Larin, having already discovered Lorin's hunting of Nashkel from his own mind. He wraps his arm around Nezumi as he says. So, what brings you to my humble inn. Few come into the Underdark for no reason. Zenythri especially.
Jaded_Garnet 07-14-04, 05:16 PM	Nezumi is flooded with comfort. She looks on at the newcomers, a bit more curious than frightened now.
malik21 07-14-04, 07:52 PM	Malik appears behind Le Lorinel, some more ash falling from his feathers. "That's a neat trick,but I've seen better"
Naiilo 07-14-04, 10:37 PM	Larin slips a gold piece from his purse and hands it to Christopher. He smirks alittle and replies, "I truly do not know why I am here. I came from the trial of a known bardess, Khaira by name. I was planning on attending and then leaving again for another more interesting plane, but along my road I ran into this assassin here," Larin points with his thumb towards Le` Lorinel. "He intrigues me, to say the least. And in all my life I have never visited the Underdark, much less seen a Drow, except that Drizzt fellow," His smirk fades, but is replaced by a beaming smile. "He's not that good a swordsman, ya'know!" He says, fingering his rapiers handles. **************************************** ********** Le`Lorinel smiles a sinister smile, and with speed impossible for a man, he catches all three blades and slides each into there respective sheaths. With the momentum of the move, he spins, catching the ash creature by it's neck and slamming the thing into the wall, pinning there. " I suggest you speak no words to me for the rest of the night." He says, in a voice that could make stone cower and crumble. "I have no quarrel with you," He adds, letting the thing go and sitting down again, "Yet."
malik21 07-14-04, 10:48 PM	Malik laughs a little."That's an even better trick."Three Maliks appears behind Le Lorinel.Each dives for one of Le lorinel's daggers. Anyone who looks close enough will see the real Malik never left the fireplace.
Naiilo 07-14-04, 10:59 PM	The dagger's disappear, simply and utterly. Le`Lorinel laughs, a dark, evil laugh. He stands then, and strethces his fingers out, and a gold coin appears in each palm, which he flicks to Christopher and nods, simply saying "Good night." He walks off to the upstairs. He turns before heading up and smiles again, "Don't worry about a key, I'm sure I can get in and even make a better lock for my door." (Check OOC Malik)
malik21 07-14-04, 11:06 PM	The Maliks laugh again."He's a nice fellow."they say and disappear.
malik21 07-14-04, 11:12 PM	A small fly follows Le Lorinel.
Jaded_Garnet 07-14-04, 11:24 PM	Nezumi looks at the peculiar fly. ((not the fly trick again!))
malik21 07-14-04, 11:30 PM	((Yep. This is Malik's favorite trick))
Naiilo 07-14-04, 11:35 PM	Le` Lorinel hears a buzzing noise behind him, and shakes his head. Must these people test him so. Truly, a fly in the Underdark? Le`Lorinel payed the thing no heed. He'd acquire the pesky creature long before it could cause any trouble. Le`Lorinel reaches an empty room and easily lockpicks the door. Purposefully, he leaves the cracked while he strips to his pants only, and then shuts the door, guessing the fly followed him in. He re-locks the door, and then draws a fine wire from his pack and a small crossbow bolt. Attaching the wire to the door handle, he then ties the bolt to it and erects a simple launching mechanism on the far wall, designed to fire into the door once the handle is pulled far enough for the quarrel to fly outside, or into an intruder. He then pulls another wire out, erects another firing mechanism, and ties to quarrels to each end, setting each up on each side of the door, a more complex (but not by much) trap designed to fire once tripped. Le` Lorinel heads to the simple wooden table and pulls out a map of the Underdark from his bag. The map depicted the closest route from Calimport to the city of Gal'Reesh`nalsta, a smaller Drow city. He again pulls the simple parchment from his pocket and studies the handwriting, the signature, anything to give him a clue. **************************************** ******* Larinthiose yawns and stretches. He draws his rapiers, his right hand one's blade turning into a moving, flowing silver-water. He swings them a few times, and then turns to all whose present. "Would it bother anyone if perhaps I challenged our friend to a duel. I will not lose again." He says, no hint of a smile apparent.
malik21 07-14-04, 11:46 PM	Indead the fly did come in and buzzed around the contraptions,aquiring as much information as possible.
Arcuna 07-15-04, 12:06 AM	((Geez I really need to keep up!!)) Figuring that he would hear the noise if the newcomers started trouble, Heimosu gets up from his chair. He nods, with just a sliver of threat, to the newcomers, and heads up to his room. He doesn't bother to lock the door. "Anyone who wants in could get in regardless. Malik's father proved that."
Naiilo 07-15-04, 12:06 AM	Larinthiose abruptly shifts into Le`Lorinel's room and smiles, arms up and open, hands empty. Le`Lorinel glowers towards the Zenythri, but makes no move to engage. "Greeting's!" Larin exclaimed. " Perhaps we may duel our last meeting to it's finish." He says, bowing. "Perhaps, but not tonight. I am tired." Le`Lorinel snickers. He then bows also, flicking a dart at the Zenythri thats coated in a paralysis poison. Before the dart even gets close, Larinthiose shifts into the next room, and starts to un-dress. After a few moments, another person (Heimosu) walks in. "Excuse me good sir." Larin bows. "I did not know this room was occupied." With that, he shifts again into the next room down the line. He waits awhile, then continues undressing.
Lord Tarran 07-15-04, 07:19 PM	Squeezing Nezumi once more, Christopher mentally tells her he will be back. He heads upstairs, sensing the prescence of the assassin in the next room. Feeling the traps on the door, Chris smashes it down, instead of bothering to open it. As it falls from its hinges, he catches the second bolt in mid-air. Now, techinically, I'm not allowed to interfere with my patrons' business. But, you have yet to pay. 5 gold pieces please, 1 for the room, 2 for not paying, 2 for making me bash down the door. Don't even think to fight or counterfeit, you'll be dead faster than you can blink next.
malik21 07-15-04, 08:25 PM	Malik hears a strange commotion upstairs,but stays in the fire. 'I've become somewhat addicted to this' he thinks to himself.
Arcuna 07-15-04, 09:00 PM	Heimosu hears the commotion next door (who wouldn't?) and lies back on his bed. Only two gold pieces to repair a door? he says to himself. Chris really is a nice guy. Heimosu then takes a nap. He sleeps right through the noise :D
Naiilo 07-15-04, 10:30 PM	Le`Lorinel laughs at the comment but let's it slide. Dead? Le`Lorinel has lived through things Asmodeus would blanch at. He flexes his fingers, cracking each as he erects them, and coins begin appearing in his hand. He flips one, then two, then eight more to the self-boasting man. "Keep the spare money, consider it payment for more night's if I find myself staying. And if I don't......I'll be back for the money." Le`Lorinel tilts his head alittle. "You wouldn't mind if me and the Zenythri dog had a little.....fun, as long as we carried ourselves in an orderly fashion, of course?" **************************************** ***** Larinthiose smirked at the last comment of Le`Lorinel. It would be a little fun. He then shifts into the downstairs area, right next to the fire. "Malik, may I ask a favor of you?" Larinthiose continues before he recieves an answer. "Find me and the assassin a place to duel away from this in, and invite anyone who would like to attend to the area. I will pay well." Larinthiose shifts into the Ethereal Plane for a time. Reappearing a few minutes later. Carrying with him was a sword that seemed to be made from fire itself. In the Ethereal Plane, Larinthisoe kept a little "hide-out" where he kept his prized possessions. On one adventure into the Plane of Fire, Larinthiose took care of a nasty little creature for the Prime Efreeti Sultan, and in turn recieved a very nice bastard sword made by the Efreeti himself. Not one for bastard swords, Larinthiose had planned to sell it, but now it seems he found one that would appreciate it more. ((The sword looks like this: Guardian of Fire (http://www.weaponmasters.com/index.html?ID=43a851d3e11e8c1290c771c643 ca60c0&FDX=1&FMAX=10&SORT=PRICE_UP&ITEM=MC-YD-6&LOCATION=PHOTOS) ))
malik21 07-15-04, 10:50 PM	Malik comes out and looks at Larin."I do remember Chris saying something about a cave very close by here.He practiced there himself.Though I'm not sure where it is.You might want to ask him.
Naiilo 07-15-04, 10:53 PM	The Zenythri shrugged. "Good enough." he says, and flips the blade to Malik. He then shifts to where Chris was and asks, "Excuse me good sir. Malik has told me of a cave not to far off where I and Le`Lorinel my duel. If it wouldn't be too much to ask, could we use this spot?"
malik21 07-15-04, 11:25 PM	Malik looks at the blade."Thank you"
malik21 07-16-04, 03:09 PM	Malik walked over to the counter and left a bag of gold.Enough to pay for his time here and more.He went up stairs and plucked a feather.It turned to gold and Malik left it at Heimosu's door.Then,when he was sure no one was looking he slipped outside and left. ((Goodbye! I'll be back in about two weeks,got parent troubles))
Arcuna 07-16-04, 04:48 PM	((Yeah, being grounded sucks. We will greet you with lots of confetti when you get back!)) Thinking he heard something, Heimosu opens his door. He picks up the gold feather. Figuring it was from Malik, he decides to go look for him. After looking through the whole Inn (besides the occupied rooms), Heimosu figures that this was a goodbye present. Showing no emotion on his face, Heimosu walks calmly back to his room. Seconds later, Heimosu's lutare can be heard playing a strong, yet amazingly saddening melody.
Lord Tarran 07-17-04, 01:25 AM	I would prefer that you find a separate cave. I designed that area specifically for one of my... talents. You may fight, however, in the arena that is in the basement. I can show it to you if you wish. Christopher's voice is somewhat arrogant, as he pockets the coins, sure that he has no way to get rid of Le'Lorinel. He will lead them down to the well kept, gym sized, but dusty, amphitheatre under the cellar if they agree.
Jaded_Garnet 07-17-04, 11:18 AM	Nezumi sighs. Everyone seemed to be caught up in something or other. She slipped quietly outside, sitting off to the side of the inn, her back against the wall and her legs stretched out. She wasn't really looking at anything in particular, but was merely taking in the silence.
Naiilo 07-17-04, 12:20 PM	Larinthiose nods to Christopher and holds out a hand, beckoning him to show the way. "One of his talents?" Larin didn't much like the sound of that, bu he said nothing, understanding everyone has there own little secrets. As if to ecentuate his point, Larinthiose De`Marko De'lavoi hooks a earring into his ear that, upon command, can change his body into a number oc different things. Larinthiose feels the woman, Nazumi, outside but does nothing about it. Already he has guessed of the relationship between this woman and Christopher, and Larinthiose knew there were plenty of other women in the worlds. **************************************** ********* Le`Lorinel stalked Larinthiose from the shadows. Something about his movements shrouded his presence from the minds of anyone looking, even from a true seeing spell (He's using an advanced form of Psionic Energy and Magic lent by yet an unknown force.) Le`Lorinel smiles wide when he finds out this duel may happen after all.
Arcuna 07-17-04, 12:55 PM	Originally posted by Naiilo Already he has guessed of the relationship between this woman and Christopher, and Larinthiose knew there were plenty of other women in the worlds. ((And besides that, Nezumi's, what, 12?))
Naiilo 07-17-04, 11:54 PM	(( Larinthiose is also a planar being, and doesn't look at age like the rest of people. To him, if your beautiful, your beautiful. Of course, there are limitations, like he won't have a relationship with a 2month old baby lol.))
Lord Tarran 07-18-04, 10:45 AM	Originally posted by Arcuna ((And besides that, Nezumi's, what, 12?)) ((Actually, Jade and I decided on what? I think generic 16-21 year old, right?)) Leading the way, he leaves the two gentlemen at the arena, promising to return. He walks back up, detecting Nezumi outside. He sits down next to her, taking her hand, before saying, My dear, our newest guests are to have a duel. Do you wish to watch?
Jaded_Garnet 07-18-04, 11:03 AM	"A duel...? To the death?" she asks, a bit distantly, but she soon regains her attention.
Lord Tarran 07-18-04, 11:10 AM	I believe they intend on fighting to the death, but I don't believe that I will allow them to actually kill each other. If they do kill each other, I'll just resurrect the one who did. I should get down there, but do you want to watch. It can't hurt.
Jaded_Garnet 07-18-04, 11:19 AM	"Right... I'll go," she agrees, standing up and stretching a bit before following him.
Arcuna 07-18-04, 01:04 PM	((Oh, I thought in one of your posts you said Chris' body was that of a 12yo, but whatever its your character :ayyyy!: )) Deciding that sitting around crying wasn't going to bring Malik back, Heimosu stops playing and heads downstairs. Seeing that no one is there (I assume Chris and Nezumi already went down there), he shrugs and goes into the kitchen to find something to eat.
Naiilo 07-18-04, 01:31 PM	(( Boy you guys are in for a surprise, at least to all who think they have Le`Lorinel figured out!!! GWAHAHA)) A smile found his lips. It's edges curled up in sincere anticipation. What a challenge this would be! Le`Lorinel killed hundreds-nay thousands!-and yet something about the Zenythri frightened him, trully and utterly. Not one to fear, Le`Lorinel was more anxious than ever, pacing his small room in the upstairs of the tavern. Perhaps a few more tricks would have to be pulled out of his seemingly endless bag. Le`Lorinel shrugged his cloak off, and standing there with no shirt on, he began stretching his back muscles, stretching and expanding something that hand't been used in countless years..... **************************************** ***** The same exciemtent found Larinthiose. Already he was at the scene, stretching his muscles. Silver Strand and Blink sat on his waists, each easily moving with the skilled owners movements. His shirt off, the Zenythri's ecandescent silver sheen of skin glinted off the torches set within the place. It was a fairly large room, rectagular in shape, a few tunnels connecting into it to lead off into the Underdark. Alow ridge protruded from the top, where people, most likely, once sat and watched the proceedings below, long before the Darkhole was ever there, long before anything but the dark elves were ever there...
Lord Tarran 07-19-04, 07:40 PM	Christopher enters with Nezumi, on the actual Arena floor. Quickly showing Nezumi the way to the stairs to the seats, he walks to his newest guests. Taking in the amphitheatre with his hands, he smiles, and says chuckles: I assume my accomadtions are to your liking? This used to be a drow gladiator pit, built about 5000 years before my arrival here. When the Feldriow nest that now lies nearby destroyed the city, I built my Inn over the old arena, and excavated the place. That ridge is a shadowdragon. He's been dormant for about 6000 years. The city was built above and on top of him. I have tried to awake him. My mother and a draconic friend of hers tried to awaken him. Apparently, Bahamut and Selune He coughs loudly, were very good friends. They had a child by accident, and this demigod was the creature on which you stand. Marius I believe his name was. He smiles outward, using his powers to shield his mind from all but his mother's interference, sending down a pulsing thought into the ground. Half brother, are you awake? I wish you to gauge these mortals powers.
Jaded_Garnet 07-19-04, 07:56 PM	Nezumi gazes around in awe before sitting quietly.
malik21 07-30-04, 08:08 PM	A man enters the tavern He seems to be carrying a person and behind him is a strange looking sphere.The bright green sphere has many tentacles and is dripping a wet substance that hits the floor with a hiss . The man lays what seems to be Malik on the floor in a corner.His wings are so badly injured that all that is left are a few bones and feathers.He has a black eye and several scars and bruises.One of his legs seems broken,as does his nose.He is bleeding badly. The strange man sits down at a nearby table and examines the tavern.Most of his features are hidden by a enormus cloak and hood,although,He has several visible weapons including two annulats around his arm, a gehennan lancet at his waist, and a muspelrule.Around his belt are several flasks. He thinks to himself, 'This may be a good place to start preaching of The Great Unknown,...unless what the man told me is true.'
Arcuna 07-30-04, 08:22 PM	((WOO MALIK IS BACK!!!!! *Gets out confetti cannon and pelts Malik with salted confetti*)) Figuring it was Chris or Nezumi, Heimosu leaves the kitchen to ask where they went. But upon seeing who it really was, Heimosu drops his food and rushes over to Malik. Seeing the man nearby, he asks, What the hell happened to him?! As he turns back to Malik, he catches the man's weapons out of the corner of his eye, but tries to act as if he didn't notice them. "If he's the one who did this, then he will never see the light of day again," Heimosu thinks to himself. ((meh, so I'm a little rusty :D )
malik21 07-30-04, 08:31 PM	The man turns to Heimosu and examines him before looking up."If you would,Heimosu, please do not come near him.He is currently in my care and I believe he would not want you near him.So if you would please step away from him."
Arcuna 07-31-04, 01:58 AM	Heimosu stands up calmly and turns to the man. How would you know of me, and furthermore, why wouldn't he want me near him?
malik21 08-04-04, 11:22 PM	The man stares at Heimosu for a second before answering. "I know you because this man had told me your name.And I don't think he would want someone who had tried to kill him anywhere close by." The strange orb circles around Heimosu and the man.
Arcuna 08-05-04, 02:50 PM	"What the hell is he talking about?" Heimosu stands up, still calm. That's a very strong and risky accusation you are making. Malik is my friend, I would never do anything to hurt him.
malik21 08-05-04, 03:02 PM	''I saw you with my own two eyes,...but if you would rather ask him yourself....''Behind his hood the man smiles mischieviously.
Arcuna 08-06-04, 12:26 AM	I am afraid you are mistaken, Heimosu says calmly. It is obvious, though, that hatred and frustration is burning inside of him. I haven't left this Inn in some time...Revive him so I may speak to him. Heimosu begins to observe the orb closely. What exactly did I supposedly do to him?
Lord Tarran 08-06-04, 09:30 PM	Nothing, my friend, you did nothing. Chris, comes in from the shadows. But this dear gentleman is talking about me. I'm the one, who on several different occassions, tried to kill Kilam, Malik's evil twin. This creature, and this orb, are guardians of sorts, though from a world that I haven't dared touch in years. They have come, chances are, to spread their word of wisdom. Isn't that right, Bartholomew? Or have you changed names since our last encounter? Those in the arena will see that Chris has not left. He is still waiting for the two opponents.
malik21 08-06-04, 09:46 PM	The man looks over to Chris."I am Miror,not the one you speak of"He looks thoughtful as if trying to remember something.
Jaded_Garnet 08-06-04, 09:57 PM	Nezumi blinks. 'Perhpas the duel will be called of?' she hopes silently. Fighting was certainly not her thing, even if she was only a watcher.
Arcuna 08-06-04, 10:44 PM	Becoming more and more uneasy about that orb, Heimosu turns back to Malik. Without any regard to Miror, Heimosu produces a blue potion, and gently pours it into Malik's mouth and makes him swallow it. ((Potion of cure moderate wounds))
malik21 08-06-04, 11:04 PM	Out of the corner of his eye Miror sees Heimosu give Malik the potion.He spins around so quickly to face Heimosu that his hood falls off revealing his face.He scrambles to get it back on,but anyone looking would have seen his face.He has a buzz cut and looks perfectly human if you don't pay any attention that his face,hair,eyes,everything is white.The only other color is the black in the pupils of his eyes. ''WHAT are you doing?"he yells at Heimosu. Several of Malik's cuts and bruises heal and his wings look a bit better,but not good enough to fly.Several other broken bones heal.Malik sits up and upon seeing heimosu grabs his sword. "GET AWAY FROM ME!!"
Lord Tarran 08-07-04, 12:07 AM	Malik, come to your senses, NOW! The magic behind the order is tangible in the air. I'm not sure what happened, but you are safe here. Miror, I don't trust you particulary. You remind me much to much of someone I banished long ago.
malik21 08-07-04, 12:29 AM	Malik stops and looks around for a second,taking in the situation.He drops his sword and it clatters to the ground.He lays down with his arms behind his head and tries to remember what happened.If Chris is reading his mind he will see flashes of what Malik remembers.It starts out as a battle between Malik a woman looking strangely like Nelav.They both seem to be taking(and doing) alot of damage to each other when Malik sees a bright figure behind a building for a split second before being hit by something behind him.He falls down and sees a blurry image of what looks like Heimosu,though it's hard to tell.He's knocked out.Then,Miror.Then,Heimosu... ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Miror digs for something in his pocket
Arcuna 08-07-04, 12:41 AM	Heimosu turns to the orb once again. That thing really creeps me out. Would you kindly tell me what it does? Heimosu gets into a defensive stance, as if he feared it would attack him.
Lord Tarran 08-07-04, 12:44 AM	Christopher watches Miror intensely, before saying, his eyes not leaving Miror, Malik, please walk over to me. I want to see what happened.
malik21 08-07-04, 12:46 AM	Miror laughs ''It 'creeps' you out?Haha!It is but a lowly energon,...I think,but mabey,just mabey it's the monster under the bed!Haha." --------------------- Malik stands up and walks over to Chris."Wha'? "
Arcuna 08-07-04, 12:49 AM	Heimosu smiles a bit, but it is far from friendly. Just an energon, eh? Heimosu materializes his sword instantly and charges at it, intending to slash the little :censored: in half. ((Its a creepy floaty round thing. Enough said :P )
malik21 08-07-04, 12:52 AM	The energon dodges and phases through the wall into another room.While Miror goes into a fit of laughter
Arcuna 08-07-04, 12:53 AM	Heimosu smiles again. In mid swing, he wheels around and charges at Miror this time ((Yes I had already planned that))
malik21 08-07-04, 12:58 AM	Miror,still laughing,jumps in the air and takes of his cloak.He rolls it into a ball and throws it at Heimosu's face.He landson a nearby table,
malik21 08-07-04, 12:58 AM	((Confetti!!!Yum))
Arcuna 08-07-04, 01:01 AM	((Ok, so I'll take the next best thing :P )) Heimosu slices through the cape instead, and stops racing after Miror. He thinks to Chris, "What now?"
malik21 08-07-04, 01:06 AM	Mirors clothes match his face and are all white.(I'll let you think up what he's wearing,besides that it's white)He materializes a sword like Heimosu's,jumps off the table and charges for Heimosu
Lord Tarran 08-07-04, 01:22 AM	((What else do I do in these situations?)) Christopher blinks at the two sword bearers, suddenly flinging each against the walls with bolts of Silverfire. They are held in place by the magic. He turns back to Malik, placing his hands on the man's temples. Show me what happened in your mind.
malik21 08-07-04, 01:28 AM	((Do I have to retype it all?I'maslacker) Miror struggles to get free all the while saying"Mirror,Miror on the wall.Who's the fairest of them all?"in a sing-song tune. before bursting out in laughter. ------------------------------- "Why?"
Lord Tarran 08-07-04, 01:36 AM	So that I can better understand this Miror fellow. His aura is some what unknown to me
malik21 08-07-04, 01:40 AM	"You wouldn't find much about him from me." ----------------- "Miror,miror on the wall...."
Arcuna 08-07-04, 02:51 AM	Heimosu, unconsiously struggling to get out, turns his head to Miror. Nice sword, he says jokingly, but hatefully. Does it match mine in power as well?
malik21 08-07-04, 09:13 AM	Miror looks to Heimosu."It's only about half as strong I believe." A burst of somewhat weak looking silverfire comes out from behind Miror "See?.....Miror Miror on the wall.''
Arcuna 08-07-04, 01:38 PM	While he doesn't show it, Heimosu takes refuge in the fact that his swords are still unique :P Well, since we're stuck here for now, would you care to tell me, in detail, what happened? Mind reading doesn't come to me as easily as it does to Chris over there...
malik21 08-07-04, 01:55 PM	His eyes narrow"You know exactly what happened you were there,I don't need to tell you"He turns to chris"Can you put me down?I'll tell you who's the fairest of them all:D
Arcuna 08-07-04, 01:58 PM	Without warning, emotion, or attachment, Heimosu spontaneously says, Humor me.
malik21 08-07-04, 02:14 PM	"I just happened to see you run from something so I looked to where you came and saw Malik on fire.I assumed you did and I believe Malik does too.There was also someone else,I did not see who it was."
Arcuna 08-07-04, 02:19 PM	The only time I have even left this Inn in the past week was when I blindly ran outside to save Malik. Later, the battle got worse and I had to use a few fire spells, but I... He cuts off when he realizes he can't remember what happened after the fight. The first thing he can remember afterward was waking up in his extradimensional prison...What happened? Did he actually hurt Malik, one of the few friends he has?
malik21 08-07-04, 02:34 PM	"But you what?What happened?Humor me"
Arcuna 08-07-04, 02:38 PM	Fear begins to slowly take place on Heimosu's face. I...don't know...
malik21 08-07-04, 02:41 PM	''Don't know how to tell the truth''
Jaded_Garnet 08-07-04, 05:03 PM	Nezumi can faintly hear the commotion upstairs and hurries out of the arena. It was kind of creepy down here with Chris just standing there blankly. "Hello?" she calls out, glancing about as she emerges from the stairs. She gazes over across to into the tavern room. Everyone was there... and even people she did not know.
malik21 08-07-04, 05:11 PM	Mirror looks to Nezumi "Hello. We were just having a friendly conversation of an attempted murder.Would you like join in?....and....perhaps....get me down?"
Arcuna 08-07-04, 05:53 PM	Don't do it, Heimosu warns. Not, at least, until we find out WHY everyone thinks I hurt Malik!
Jaded_Garnet 08-07-04, 07:06 PM	Nezumi is baffled. "Malik? Hurt? Heimosu, you couldn't have!" she stammers, coming out to the tables. She gives Mirror a quick glance, blinking at him, then at Malik. "You just couldn't have because.. you were... right here... in your room.. upstairs," she muttered, piecing together what she knew.
Arcuna 08-07-04, 07:36 PM	The more he thinks about it, the more fearfully logical it sounds. After the fight with the monster, he then attacked Malik because he couldn't stop his own rampage. Then, he was so drained that he stumbled into his portal...No, that couldn't happen. He had his golden feather! He takes it out. Triumphantly, he holds it out to Miror, but not far enough for him to take it. In a childlike manner, he says, Ha! Would Malik give me this if I had harmed him? I think not!
malik21 08-07-04, 09:10 PM	"No,he would not.SO this proves that you did not attempt to kill him,.....until he left.I'm not convinced. Is anyone else?"Several more weak,short bursts of silverfire before Miror gives up and instead looks at Nezumi desperatly."Please let me down" :bigeyes:
Arcuna 08-07-04, 10:36 PM	Frustrated, Heimosu puts his feather away again. Nezumi, dont you DARE let either of us down!! Heimosu sits there for several more seconds until he remembers the lutare, the only thing that sprouted any negitave thoughts that Heimosu could possibly harbor for Malik. He takes it out, and begins to play. He forces only one thought into his music: that he didn't do it. That he was innocent.
malik21 08-07-04, 10:58 PM	'What the heck is he doing?' Miror thinks but goes back to Nezumi. "PLEASE let me down.I didn't try to kill anyone.It was Heimosu,not me.You can let me down..." ------------------------- Malik hears Heimosu and looks him straight in the eye.His eyes narrow and he mumbles something.The end of the lutare is set on fire and quickly spreads through the instrument.He turns back to Chris.
Arcuna 08-07-04, 11:04 PM	Heimosu continues playing.
malik21 08-07-04, 11:39 PM	((He's either really stupid or really determined....na,he's just stupid)) The lutare is so burnt now that the notes become sour.The sound is just the opposite of what Heimosu wanted.It sounds full of anger and hatred.Malik turns to Heimosu again. "There, that seems to fit" the fire burns out. ------------------------- "Please let me go"
malik21 08-07-04, 11:39 PM	"Please let me go.PLEASE PLEASE"
Arcuna 08-07-04, 11:46 PM	((Hey! Heimosu isn't stupid...not too stupid anyway :P )) Heimosu decides to give up. Malik hates him now, Miror will continue to haunt him as long as Malik hates him. Heimosu disappears from his silverfire trap and leaves the situation in the hands of Chris.
malik21 08-08-04, 12:05 AM	Deep in his heart Malik knew Heimosu didn't do it,but his eyes and mind told him different.Miror yells out "How'd he do that?!!!"
Arcuna 08-08-04, 12:10 AM	((Nah, just in my extradimensional prison))
malik21 08-08-04, 12:15 AM	((OK))
Jaded_Garnet 08-08-04, 12:41 AM	Nezumi opens her mouth to speak, but cannot find her words. Then she thinks of something. "Why should I help any of you down? I don't even know what exactly is going on! Heimosu... what could you have done? And Mirror... your pleading is useless! Why ask me?" she replies, holding out her hands in her own pleading manner.
malik21 08-08-04, 12:47 AM	After several more weak bursts of silverfire Miror somehow managed to get himself turned upsidedown."Chris!Chris,please let me down"
Jaded_Garnet 08-08-04, 12:52 AM	Nezumi tilts her head slightly. 'I wish I knew what to do..' she thinks.
Lord Tarran 08-08-04, 02:22 AM	Heimosu is still in there, Miror, don't worry. And, I'm not letting you down til I figure this out. Christopher turns to Malik, and places his hands on his temples. Malik, please think back to when you think that Heimosu tried to torch you. But to Nezumi he says, in thought, unable to be heard except by them: My dear, that man, Miror, is a copycat. Anything we do in his prescence he can do at half strength, except, of course, for powers he can't see, like these. Also, I need to ask you a favor. But first, how are you feeling about taking snake form right now?
Jaded_Garnet 08-08-04, 02:24 AM	'I have not assumed that form since.. well since you first showed me. I will certainly try for you though,' she replies.
Lord Tarran 08-08-04, 02:30 AM	Still in thought, Christopher asks: Well, then could you enter the kitchen, shift, and follow your senses to the cave behind the inn full of my silverfire. There is a chest atop a pillar that you will only be able to reach in cobra form. I need you to bring me a vial of shining white light from that chest. The vial is unmarked but will glow when you touch it. Okay?
Jaded_Garnet 08-08-04, 02:34 AM	Nezumi hurries out of the room without a word. She has a bit of difficulty changing... but finds herself in cobra form finally. Then she follows his directions, reaching for the vials all the way in the back. For a moment she could not find any, but soon enough she has it and rushes back.
Lord Tarran 08-08-04, 02:35 AM	Hearing the door close, and Nezumi shift back to human form, he smiles at Malik. In a moment we will know the truth about all of this.
malik21 08-08-04, 02:37 AM	Malik somewhat confused thinks back to the time he got 'torched'. With the flashes and the woman.Then shiny person behind the building.Struck from behind.Blurry image of Heimosu.Black out.Miror.Here. ----------------- "Come on let me down already!!!"
Lord Tarran 08-08-04, 02:41 AM	I wont let you down until I want to. Do not ask again. Until I trust you, which I don't, you're stuck. Heimosu's in the same boat, somewhat. Now Malik try and think about the girl you just showed me. Try to focus on her. Show me what she looks like.
malik21 08-08-04, 02:57 AM	"I could tell you more about her than what she looks like,but OK...." He focus's on the girl: http://www.animeshack.com/gallery/animegallery1/fushigi_yuugi/fushigi_yuugi14.html
malik21 08-08-04, 07:16 PM	Miror suddenly disappears((He's in a much smaller version of Heimosu's prison.))Thankful to be off the wall he lays down and hums to himself.
Arcuna 08-08-04, 07:47 PM	((lol the prison isn't that big to begin with...maybe 10 ft³ (or 3 m³)))
Jaded_Garnet 08-08-04, 11:21 PM	Nezumi waits nearby, listening intently as Malik told of what he knew. Who knew such things went on around here, especially like that of what he spoke of? Nezumi shivers a bit.
malik21 08-11-04, 08:11 PM	Malik turns away from Chris. "She's my sister and I'd like to keep family buisness....in the family.I saw Heimosu, and so did Miror.Isn't that enough?Why you would need to know anything else?He tried to kill me.I'm not sure I'll ever trust him again..." Malik begins to walk up to his room.In his thoughts,just a glimpse of what looks like Heimosu attacking him-except his eyes seem different.In them are very small pupils that seem to reflect what they see...almost like mirrors. ------------------------ Miror appears at the wall again and lets out a yawn.
Arcuna 08-11-04, 08:38 PM	((Must...resist...urge to..to...METAGAME!!!)) :P
Arcuna 08-11-04, 08:41 PM	From the little glass ball in the center of his prison (Last seen during the bar fight) Heimosu can see that Malik has left, and Miror has come back. Heimosu comes back out as well. So, you can copy my prison too, huh? How thuroughly can you copy things, anyway? Wait...How'd you know I was still here?
Lord Tarran 08-11-04, 09:10 PM	((Oh the joys of playing a natural born telepath!)) Sensing still that something was very, very wrong in the memory of Malik, he releases Heimosu's prison. Motioning to Nezumi and to him, he waits for them to come over. First, to his dearest, Christopher says: Do you have the bottle? Ah, good. Now dig into your powers and try to disguise it as something.It doesn't matter much what, just tell me when it is done. He turns from her, placing his hands on his friend's temples. Murming something in a sibliant tongue, Heimosu hears a Christopher's voice in his head. Heimosu, think back through the past week. I want to check something.
Arcuna 08-11-04, 09:19 PM	Heimosu walks over to Chris, staring coldy at Miror. He thinks back through the past week so Chris can check something. ((Sorry, couldn't help but repeat it word for word :D )
Lord Tarran 08-11-04, 09:29 PM	((Go away Grim, it isn't quite my turn yet, though that nearly did me in. :D)) Looking through the memories, it becomes quickly apparent that Heimosu has no recollection of the incident, at all. He did remember throwing a fireball, but he also remembered Malik getting out of the way in time. Shaking his head, Chris realized that someone had altered Malik's memories. And considering that Miror brought him beat up, its probably him. To Heimosu: You're clean. You didn't do it. And unlikle Malik, it appears that no one has tampered with you recently. This might be difficult. I have a feeling that Miror did this, but how, I'm working on.
malik21 08-11-04, 09:57 PM	So, you can copy my prison too, huh? How thuroughly can you copy things, anyway? Wait...How'd you know I was still here? "I can copy any power that I can see ....I new your were because Chris said you were in the same situation as me(Somewhat)" He turns to Chris. "HEY! He's down now...Can I get down?"
Arcuna 08-11-04, 09:57 PM	With a little difficulty, Heimosu manages to respond telepathically, Leave him to me. So, Miror, you are obviously very good at mimicing things...My sword, my prison, even Chris' silverfile. Tell me, what else can you immitate?
malik21 08-11-04, 10:05 PM	Miror is somewhat puzzled by the question,but responds calmly. "Lots of things.If someonne has wings,I can copy that.I can copy magic and weapons.But I just can't get out of this.....Can someone let me down?"
Arcuna 08-11-04, 10:14 PM	Could you copy, oh say, my body?
malik21 08-11-04, 10:19 PM	He scratches his head and tries tolook puzzled. "Unless your body was a specific power or weapon,no I couldn't.And why you are trying to frame me I don't know....Perhaps you are a lunatic on the run with short term memory loss?"
Jaded_Garnet 08-11-04, 10:41 PM	Nezumi does as she's told, without much word. The most difficult part for her was disguising the bottle into something... but since Chris hadn't been specific, Nezumi partially blanked out. She concentrated on a vision in her mind... of the bottle cloaking itself into a.... a what? She opened her eyes, gazing down at a bumble bee. "Uh..." Nezumi murmurs, blinking at the disguised bottle/fake bumble bee. At least she tried.
malik21 08-11-04, 10:46 PM	Miror looks around."Where is the one called Nezumi?"
Arcuna 08-11-04, 10:46 PM	You could say my body was a power.... Heimosu walks over to Miror calmly. He smiles for a second, then materializes his sword and puts it to Miror's throat. It would be in your best interest for you to tell me what really happened...
malik21 08-11-04, 10:52 PM	Miror replies calmly yet still trying to keep the sword off his neck. "I have said it once and I will say it again.You attempted to kill Malik.And by killing me you only prove that you are indeed a murdurer and it is only further proof that it was you." He begins to look a little worried.
Arcuna 08-12-04, 12:02 AM	I've taken enough meaningless lives, one more can't hurt...
malik21 08-12-04, 07:37 AM	Miror smiles as he slowly begins to fade away and reappears at the other end of the room(Not stuck to a wall)"No,I guess your life would be meaningless,but I a not the one who did it.You are the one that did it.You tried to kill Malik.It was you. He says it in a ringing voice much unlike his own.It is obvious he is 'tampering' as Chris puts it.
Arcuna 08-12-04, 11:58 AM	His fear came racing back to him. What if he did do it? What if his blackout was due to barely escaping that terrible fight against Malik, in which, he attempted to kill him... NO! he screams. For the first time, his anger flares up and he begins to shout. I was NOT the one to hurt Malik! It seems, however, that you are a prime suspect. Ask Chris, the last time I left this inn, I accidentally summoned a giant monster that Malik helped me kill! Do you actually think that I would actually try to harm one of the few friends I have, let alone the fact that he saved my life? His eyes take on their blue glow from earlier, and his swords erupt in blue flame. You come out of NOWHERE and accuse me of hurting what little I hold precious! Until today, I've never even met you! If you ask me, that's enough proof that you're responsible. Heimosu rockets (yes, as in shoots off the ground) towards Miror and attempts to slash through him with both swords. He also prepares to spin around in case Miror manages to dodge again. ((Woo! I love when emotional characters get mad!! :D ))
Jaded_Garnet 08-12-04, 03:13 PM	Nezumi glances around, hiding the bumble bee in her hands. 'Um.. I believe it is done..'
malik21 08-12-04, 04:57 PM	Malik somehow manages not to hear the commotion downstairs and sits down on the floor.He pulls out a silver ball and laughs. "This Miror thinks he has got me fooled.I'll go downstairs and kill him after a nice rest.He moves the ball in his hand and the fly(Its been on the bottom of a table the whole time) begins to fly around.Malik throws the ball up to the ceiling and it begins to bonce up and the down as the fly continues to zoom around tavern. Malik undresses and gets into bed. ----------------------- Miror somewhat surprized by Heimosu's actions continues adding magic into his voice.He fades in and out around the tavern. "Ok let's say for a second I did do it. Would I have brought Malik here,where he has friends?No,I wouldn't have.So it brings us back to you. You did it Heimosu.It was you.Accept it'' His voice returns to its normal state. "I've never tried to harm another human life except in my own defense and definatly wouldn't try to harm Malik." ((If Chris can tell if people are telling the truth he will find that the last statement was completely true))
Lord Tarran 08-12-04, 05:28 PM	Miror, it's quite pointless trying to use mind magic in my prescense. It's been diffused everytime before it even reached Heimosu's ears. Now I know that you tell the truth, YOU never tried to hurt Malik. You created something that DID hurt Malik, no trying involved. Nezumi, please hand me the bumble bee. He takes it, and stares at it for a long time. Finally, the illusion breaks down. He smiles, as he pockets it, looking towards Miror with his snake eyes showing. Miror feels the following thunder through his head, And if you even TRY to effect anyone else with mental powers again, I will crush your body as I crush your mind. I do have killed many, but I have no qualms killing evil. Is that understood, Power Doppelganger? Your eyes gave you away, by the way.
malik21 08-12-04, 05:39 PM	Miror stops and says simply"I would never create anything,nor do anything to harm any human being except in my own defense,must I be more specific?" ((Truthfull))
Arcuna 08-12-04, 08:59 PM	Heimosu decides to break off his attack...for now. And what the hell could Malik have possibly done to you?? ((Anger, anger :D ))
malik21 08-12-04, 09:14 PM	''WHAT THE HELL DID I 'POSSIBLY' DO TO HIM!?!?!?!'' This burst very uncommon to Miror and his eyes flared up much like Heimosu's (with a silver tinge.)
Arcuna 08-12-04, 09:20 PM	Heimosu smiles That's my proof... Heimosu positions himself on the opposite side of the door, relative to Miror. He charges at Miror, and kicks him straight through the door, followed by an anger fueled Magic Missile. "I hope he does a thurough job of copying people..."
malik21 08-12-04, 09:37 PM	Miror has a black eye,his lip is bleeding freely and he is holding his rib cage just below his heart when he gets up.He pretends to run away and hides in he ruins of the town.
Arcuna 08-12-04, 09:38 PM	I'm not going after him...if he copied me at all, then there should be a chance that he'll summon one of those monsters. He'll be finished off after that.
Lord Tarran 08-12-04, 09:52 PM	((Where did my shield go?)) What are you planning Heimosu. I don't want to read your mind.
Arcuna 08-12-04, 09:58 PM	I just figured that it was him who hurt Malik. I...he looks a little worried. I guess I didn't really think out the possibility that it was someone else... What have I done? ((That's why I kicked him out, so he would be out of range of the ward))
malik21 08-12-04, 10:32 PM	Miror did not stay in one place for long.He continusly circled the tavern before finding a good spot to climb up the wall. just before he made it onthe wall he felt a strange sensation. However he continued on and made it within the ward.He climbs up the wall and into Malik's room(Malik is sound asleep) and limps downstaires>He looks at Chris "Some ale if you would" He looks to Heimosu and smiles."Hi"
Arcuna 08-12-04, 10:35 PM	Heimosu manages to contain his rage long enough to telepathically ask Chris, What now?
malik21 08-12-04, 10:40 PM	Miror looks at Chris again"And if you culd hurry before the inraged lunatic attacks me again" he says this as if joking and smiles.
Lord Tarran 08-12-04, 10:42 PM	Well now, I calm your emotions, Heimosu feels a calming feeling sweep through him. And then I grab this fool by the throat, hold him in the air, and scan his mind for any information he might have. And I'll be breaking any lock on his memories while I go. Christopher sweeps in like a black wind, lifting Miror off the ground, his snake eyes gleaming, as he thrusts his full prescence into the man's mind.
malik21 08-12-04, 10:52 PM	In mirors mind chris finds a Mirror.That is all.Obviously a barrier around his minds and thoughts and not just cause his mind in empty.;) ((Whatcha' do next?))
Lord Tarran 08-12-04, 11:57 PM	((What telepath's of christopher's skill does best. Break mirrors.)) With the total force of his will, plus a great deal of Silverfire, Chris begins to batter himself against the mirror. He will continue unti it breaks
malik21 08-13-04, 07:43 AM	((That's bad luck you know and today is Friday the thirteenth...)) Soon the mirror begins to crack and Miror pops into it.Along with about !0 other Mirors all around you.Each seems to be showing to be expressing a different emotion and you find that when you walk up to them you get memories that express that emotion.There are only two memories of Malik and they are from years back.Malik is in anger and sadness and it seems that malik killed Miror's father and mother.However there is no memory of him hurting Malik.His mind seems to be tampered with,but it is hard to tell.Suddenly the first Miror walks out of the mirror. 'You can get out now"
Lord Tarran 08-13-04, 11:35 PM	Make me. No better yet, don't bother. The Alhoon Council of Penumbra couldn't damage my psyche, or force me out of their undead minds. I doubt highly you could. Now, mind telling me who was screwing with your mind now. It looks like I'm following bread crumbs back to a fairly powerful psion of some sort, illithid from the feeling I'm getting. His voice is disdainful, his inner body in Miror's mind his snake form. Aside to just himself, he says, I'm really, really, really tired of those squid heads. Maybe I'll wake up my brother and wipe out a few cities.
Jaded_Garnet 08-14-04, 02:19 PM	:eek: Nezumi is lost.
malik21 08-15-04, 08:48 PM	Slowly all of the Mirors begin to disappear leaving Chris alone in the darkness.A voice is projected in his head 'You can stay all you want,but my memories are stored elsewhere.And your little 'bread crumbs' are leading youin the wrong direction" To himself Miror wonders why these people underestimate him so. Slowly his hands move to the arm that is holding him up and Chris can feel a burning sensation as his hands close in.
Arcuna 08-15-04, 09:54 PM	Heimosu, in his state of nirvana, attempts to cast dispel magic on himself. It takes him a while, but the spell begins to take effect. After he is back to normal (but calm enough to control himself) Heimosu checks to see if Miror is still in control of his physical body.
Lord Tarran 08-15-04, 11:33 PM	DO NOT TRY TO HARM MY BODY, MORTAL FOOL! Christopher roars, as he comes back into his own body, flinging Miror across the room, with enough force to break tables, or dent the walls. He takes snake form, slithering to stare down at the creature before him.
Arcuna 08-16-04, 06:43 AM	((*shrug* So close :weep: )) Heimosu figures that now is as good a time as any, so he materializes his other sword and prepares to fight.
malik21 08-16-04, 07:32 AM	Miror flies across the room crashing into several tables and chairs before colliding into the wall with a thud.Though somewhat phased by the attack Miror shouts something in sylvan and time slows.He picks up Heimosu and puts him where Miror had been previously standing.Then, goes to the other corner of the room and sets up a magical barrier between him and the two 'lunatics' as he would put it.
Arcuna 08-16-04, 08:10 AM	Heimosu falls over when he sees the giant cobra only a few feet away from him. He quickly scrambles to his feet and looks around for Miror. After finding him in the corner, Heimosu sits down in a chair and laughs, What are you gonna do from behind there?
malik21 08-16-04, 07:00 PM	Miror looks to Heimosu. 'You'd be suprised what I can do.'
Lord Tarran 08-16-04, 07:22 PM	He slowed time. I hadn't thought he could. How annoying. Now, its time to show him what a real Chrono can do! The giant snake hisses. Suddenly, time flat out stops. Christopher surrounds Miror, constricting him if he can when the spell wears off seconds later.
malik21 08-16-04, 07:53 PM	As the snake approaches he bounces off the Magical barrier as a child would a tramprlene.
Lord Tarran 08-16-04, 08:00 PM	Annoyed, the snake expells a blast of silverfire, crushing the shield, before continuing what he had tried before.
malik21 08-16-04, 08:08 PM	As the snake comes close he receives a shock expelled from Miror.It is not enough to do much.Just an attempt to keep the snake away.
Arcuna 08-16-04, 09:34 PM	Feeling useless, Heimosu casts Light on the celing above Miror. After the spell is cast, Heimosu sneaks upstairs while the other two are preoccupied with killing each other :D
malik21 08-16-04, 09:41 PM	Malik walks out of the room and meets up with Heimosu...
Lord Tarran 08-16-04, 10:11 PM	Annoyed by the bolt, the snake squeezes himself in, trying to crush the life out of Miror. If he gets the chance, or Miror trys to escape, he will try to place his long fangs into the man's, pumping enough venom to kill a dragon into him. But that's only if he hits ;) ((Fight to death? Or until one concedes?))
malik21 08-16-04, 10:29 PM	((Ehh...either way)) Miror,struggling to get out of the cobras tight grip, finds a hole in the floor with his foot turns into a rat and goes inside.The floor begins to bulge and then bursts. A strange looking creature emerges.It looks like a small were cobra with Malik's wings and Heimosu's freaky blue eyes
Arcuna 08-17-04, 06:36 PM	Heimosu sees Malik, and tries to slide past him, as if in a hurry. I'm not here to kill you, so you don't need to worry. I'll see you later. And with that, Heimosu walks into the first room on his left. He sees his light spell on the floor, materializes his swords, busts through the floor, and thrusts both swords into the neck/back of the smaller werecobra who had stolen Heimosu's eyes :P
malik21 08-17-04, 07:27 PM	Malik,somewhat offened by Heimosu follows him.He looks down the hole in the floor.... ------------------------------------------ Heimosu's swords strike the snake straight in the back and it slowly begins to melt away revealing Miror with both swords in his back.No blood appears and it seems his skin is melting away much like the snake.It reveals a child,no more than 12 and to Chris it is obvious that those memories from 'years back' were very very recent.He dissapears in a puff of smoke leaving a few words for thought hovering in the air What is the true evil? The murder of your parents... Or avenging them? Your attempts are to no avail (I'm Quite alive) And Chris the person that messed with my mind was me .....To think you two were almost beaten by a child...... Miror M.
thasis 08-17-04, 09:40 PM	A average size man with a muscular build who is waring a black tuxedo walks in. He has black hair and a gote. His hair is spiked and he has read catlike eyes. He has a devilish tail that sprouts out of his rear. He has a shieth on his left side that is covered in mystical runes. He's cairing a a briefcase looking object. He peers around the room and then walk over to a table by himeself. His eyes dart around parinoidly.
Arcuna 08-17-04, 10:51 PM	Heimosu descretely dematerializes his swords, sits down up against the wall, and closes his eyes. A single tear rolls down his cheek. With a lot of effort (mostly controlling his internal breakdown), he thinks to Chris, What now? ((Well, thasis, you certainly picked a unique time to join, Welcome to the Darkhole :D ))
malik21 08-17-04, 11:03 PM	With a lot of effort (mostly controlling his internal breakdown), he thinks to Chris, What now? OOC:He asks 'what now' alot doesn't he ```````````````````````````````````````` `````` Malik jumps down through the hole in the floor to the first level of the inn. "Here Heimosu I think you need another one" A lutare appears on the table nearest Heimosu."Sorry 'bout that,but I act fairly well don't you think:D" He turns to the red guy. "And who are you?"
Arcuna 08-17-04, 11:12 PM	Heimosu looks up at Malik, surprised that he knew what happened to his lutare. He wipes the tear from his face, and in what's obviously a bad attempt at being calm, he asks, You...you were acting? ((Yeah I do say that a lot, don't I? :P))
malik21 08-17-04, 11:23 PM	"No I wasn't I hate you your evil" Malik smiles:) "Of course I was acting.You think that I thought YOU would do something like that.?"
Arcuna 08-18-04, 06:44 AM	Under much more control, Heimosu asks, Then, how'd you manage to fool Chris' telepathy?
malik21 08-18-04, 07:47 AM	''Well...umm'' he looks kind of embaressed "I did....believe you...did it at first but with a little help from a bug I figured out what really happened."
thasis 08-18-04, 01:40 PM	OOC: What has been going on here. I realy don't want to read all 28 pages. So can someone give me a quick description of whats happening. The dark haired figure puts the suitcase on the table and opens it. Nowone can realy see what it contains. Out of the suitcase he takes out a flask. This flask contians chunks of humanlike skin. he puts the flask on the table he also takes out a sheet of paper and and one of those old fashioned pens. He lstarts writing down something in a anchient languge that is typically unreadible by, well... almost everbody (of course the dark haired figure seems to be aible to read and write it). Every once in a while he rips of a little bit of flesh from one of the larger chunks and chews it with his sharp blood stained teeth. ooc: as you can see my character is realy evil (lawful, evil actualy).
Arcuna 08-18-04, 07:26 PM	Heimosu stands up, glad to be on friendly terms with Malik again. That fly really has worked wonders for you, hasn't it? Seeing the new person eating flesh strikes Heimosu as quite odd. He is used to seeing people being torn up and eaten in the most grotesque ways imaginable, but the monsters he is so familiar with are mindless (Int 1), and rely mostly on instinct. Heimosu decides not to bother this person, at least for now. ((You might want to at least read the first page and the one before this one, but basically, Lord Tarran (Christopher), malik (Malik), and myself (Heimosu) just fixed a big misunderstanding, because of which, Malik thought Heimosu had made an attempt on his life.))
malik21 08-18-04, 08:20 PM	Malik ,somewhat stunned that the newcomer was eating flesh, sits down and a crystal glass of wine appears before him.He dips his finger in the wine and circles the rim of the glass making a ringing sound. Yes I suppose it has.It's like being in two places at once. The fly zooms around Malik's head as if taking orders and then goes to hover above the newcomer, examining closely the strange writing. Hmm.Chris may now what language that is.
Jaded_Garnet 08-20-04, 10:51 AM	(( *shrugs* ))
malik21 08-20-04, 06:27 PM	((Just to add to Heimosu's post the antagonist in this plot was Miror.A young child....I may/may not bring him back temporarily))
thasis 08-20-04, 06:48 PM	The Newcomer (me) looks up and stares at Malik. "Hello, My name is Vha'll. Who may you be". He then stares very intently at Malik. "Ah your name is Malik. Its a pleasure to meet you Malik". He then looks down at the Flesh and back at Malik. "Do you want any, I'd be more then happy to share".
malik21 08-20-04, 07:28 PM	Malik frowns,a look of disgust on his face from Vha'll offering of flesh. He thinks to himself Great.Another mind reader.Just what we need.
thasis 08-20-04, 08:34 PM	"I see your distaste of me kind sir, I'm sorry you don't understand my peoples customs and tastes in food, on top of it all you don't seem to like my mind reading powers. If it would make you happy i will not read your mind unless theres a dire need to". Vah'll then puts away his flask of flesh. "Now sir, what can i help you with. You've been at my table for some time now and i'm curious to you intent".
malik21 08-20-04, 10:26 PM	Malik without saying anything else to the strange man(He rather dislikes him) goes over near the fireplace and begins to play his lutare.It is a hot spicy tune. I ache for the touch of your lips, dear, But much more for the touch of your whips, dear. You can raise welts Like nobody else, As we dance to the masochism tango. Let our love be a flame, not an ember, Say it’s me that you want to dismember. Blacken my eye, Set fire to my tie, As we dance to the masochism tango. At your command Before you here I stand, My heart is in my hand. ecch! It’s here that I must be. My heart entreats, Just hear those savage beats, And go put on your cleats And come and trample me. Your heart is hard as stone or mahogany, That’s why I’m in such exquisite agony. My soul is on fire, It’s aflame with desire, Which is why I perspire When we tango. You caught my nose In your left castanet, love, I can feel the pain yet, love, Ev’ry time I hear drums. And I envy the rose That you held in your teeth, love, With the thorns underneath, love, Sticking into your gums. Your eyes cast a spell that bewitches. The last time I needed twenty stitches To sew up the gash That you made with your lash, As we danced to the masochism tango. Bash in my brain, And make me scream with pain, Then kick me once again, And say we’ll never part. I know too well I’m underneath your spell, So, darling, if you smell Something burning, it’s my heart. Excuse me! Burn your initials into my shoulder. Fracture my spine, And swear that you’re mine, As we dance to the masochism tango. As Malik plays this Vha'll will find he can't read his mind(If he tries)and if he does try Malik gets a look at his mind instead.
Naiilo 08-21-04, 12:11 AM	((Being grounded sucks, sorry all, but this is the only time Ive been able to get on in the past 3 weeks, SUNDAY im off though, yay!))
Lord Tarran 08-21-04, 02:06 AM	((SO it looks like I'll be playing to Chrises, doesn't it? Welcome back Naillo, and welcome aboard Thasis. Arcuna got it about right. But he left out Nezumi, played by Jaded_Garnet, whose Chris's love interest, among many other things. Speaking of her, I believe we are due for a post, my dear.)) Shaking himself as he exited cobra form, quite annoyed with the happenings around Miror, and now more than ever looking forward to crushing him within his coils, Christopher checks on his body down in the arena. Seeing that it was alright, he came back to his own body, and after a swift kiss to Nezumi, walks over to his newest guest. He could tell from the second the man had walked in that he was of fiendish heritage. Not sure we wated to deal with that right then, Christopher sat before the man and said: Welcome to the Darkhole Inn. I am Christopher, the innkeeper. Please don't allow my appearance to fool you, my age is far beyond my looks. Now, I know that your business is yours, but I need a name, and to know if I'm expecting trouble. Just a rule I have. And please, do not deal in human flesh in my walls. I don't abide for murder. Chris smiles a grin that would have been sweet, had he not had fangs, and snakes eyes. If the devil tries to enter Christopher's mind, he will suffer backlash, enough to physically knock him down, and he will learn nothing. ((Just quick mention, before I get accussed of god moding here with Chris, thasis, he, among other things, is very powerful. These are his most recent stats (overrule the other thread) 20 cleric, 5 hierophant, 20 telepath, +10 ECL for Werecobra, half celestial, and chosen of selune. Oh, did I mention his mother was Selune? Welcome aboard, I hope your stay is long, and exciting.))
Jaded_Garnet 08-21-04, 02:18 AM	Nezumi sighs as things settle down, somewhat. Noticing that yet another newcomer had entered the inn, she couldn't help but worry a little. It seemed like all kinds of charactors showed up here lately. But with Chris near, Nezumi believed she could pull through anything. She makes her way to stand beside the front of the bar, blinking her yellow eyes.
malik21 08-21-04, 08:20 AM	((Welcome back Naiilo))
malik21 08-21-04, 10:39 AM	"Where are Le'lorienal and Larinthosse?"he says mispronouncing the names.
Ssin'urn Streea Ssinjin 08-22-04, 04:44 AM	A drowess having taught muscles and smooth glossy ebony skin appears standing in the doorway. She has shaggy, thick white hair with pale lilac eyes peering through the strands. She sashes gracefully into the inn with deadly elegance. As she sits at a table, orders a glass of spicey drow wine (if it happens to be available, if not any of the fine swill called "ale" will do) she takes out a rather old looking yellowed scroll. After examining it closely a look of absolute rage sweeps over her face. Keeping a well maintained countenance the drowess chuckles to herself as she sits back in her chair, crossing her legs, and contemplates a new plan of action.
thasis 08-22-04, 03:03 PM	Vah'll says to Christopher "My name is Vah'll, And about the Human flesh" Laughs "I will deal with whatever human flesh i want. I will do whatever i want. Now leave me alone before i have to cause you some harm"
Arcuna 08-22-04, 06:15 PM	Heimosu chuckles to himself. Deliberately forcing his thoughts into Vha'll's mind, he thinks, "You? Harm Chris? Not likely."
malik21 08-22-04, 06:29 PM	Malik looks to Heimosu."You should not underestimate our new guest" ((Yes i know Heimosu said this in thought.but the lutare has a few hidden secrets when focused correctly))
Arcuna 08-22-04, 06:35 PM	((Curse you!! :P )) I'm sorry, just a little shaken from the fight. Heimosu sits down at the nearest table and resumes his calm, retracted personality.
malik21 08-22-04, 06:39 PM	ooc: Heimosu sits down at the nearest table and resumes his calm, retracted personality. LOL If there were two thing that Heimosu aren't it is calm and retracted:P
Arcuna 08-22-04, 06:48 PM	((Ok fine then, He diecides to be calm and retracted now :D ))
Lord Tarran 08-23-04, 01:05 AM	((There is almost no chance that thasis actually read what we said if he just replied that way. Oh well...:D)) Chris's reptilian eyes flicker, as his hits Vah'll hard across the sternum, hard enough to kill a horse. Much faster than anything could dodge, especially while sitting. He then throws Silverfire, burning the remaining flesh. That is your warning. Don't make me have to use actual force next time. You're chances of hurting me slim. And if you manage to harm me in anyway, I have friends that make you pale in comparision. He smiles his fangs again, before getting up, and sitting across from the drow. He sighs before speaking, his tone relaxed. The drow wine she asked for appears before her. I assume, my lady dark elf, that you aren't here to preach the faith, and less likely are you here for any of my friends. This isn't about the Feldriow {were spider, look earlier on} I slew, is it? Or worse, this is about the attacks I made on the nearby shadow dragons? Or, wait, this is about that drow raiding party I slew when they tried to take over the inn, and the city below? He sighs again, Can't actually say I didn't expect you to arrive. How may I help you? ((Welcome aboard, Sin (hope you don't mind the shortening!) Just remember, everyone, that Christopher looks no older than fifteen.))
Ssin'urn Streea Ssinjin 08-23-04, 01:32 AM	Ssin'urn traces her bottom lip with her index finger as she is slightly amused, for she thinks perhaps the raid party to be of one of her rival houses. She shrugs her shoulders,draws her pale tresses behind one of her delicatly pointed ebon ears, leans forward tword her impressionable conversationalist, as she takes up the glass of Morimatra to her lips and drinks. (Thankyou;) )
Lord Tarran 08-23-04, 01:50 AM	Al, ka naust d' nindyn ph' ol, shar ikkask uns'aa, ussta jallil, vel'bol zhah aluin pholor? Usstan gumash lassrinn wund dosst shar ka Usstan llaar detholus ulu, ulu ragar doeb, drill Usstan orn'la hull'phir dos tesso uns'aa. Lu' qualla, xuat tlu ezsakil a ussta yorn ulu telanth ilythiiri. The words come flowing off his tongue as if he had grown up speaking it. He has no accent though, at least not one placable by a mortal.
Ssin'urn Streea Ssinjin 08-23-04, 02:35 AM	Ssin'urn slowly raises her eyes to meet those of her inquisitioner. Her pale lilac eyes reflect red sparks as she recieves his agressive statement though she is some what impressed that such a one as this was able to speak the superior language of her native dark tongue. The snakelike whip on her belt writhing around her waist as if waiting in antisipation to extract punishment for such an infringement. She pushes aside her thoughts of offense and replies to him in a low smooth voice. "Vel'uss ph' dos ulu erg'les uns'aa? Shlu'ta natha ligrr fridj inbal natha drital?"
Lord Tarran 08-23-04, 02:42 AM	Nau, naut vel'drav nindel ligrr zhah natha yathrin d' Valsharess d' Orbben. Dosst elgluth belbaus dos tarthe. Xuat tangis' talinth ulu kl'ae ol pholor uns'aa. Cahlinden, d' jala valyrin, treemma uns'aa. Dosst elgluth orn shar'tleg pholor dos. Mzild jhinrae? He smiles as he pours more into her glass. As he reverts to Common, Honestly, priestess, am I a threat to you? I just wanted to know if you had some problems with me?
Ssin'urn Streea Ssinjin 08-23-04, 05:36 AM	Ssin'urn lowers her eyelids, watching as he pours the wine. She wraps her nimble fingers around the base of her glass and takes the wine into her mouth while considering all his words very carefully, turning them over in her mind then storing the information for possible future use. The drowess lifts a curious eyebrow to her interesting interrogator. "Nin ele orn'la dos kyon ulu zhaun d' ussta chaon ka dos ph' ji zhaunus d' dosstan? Xun dos talinth uns'aa folt natha zhennu sreen ulu dos?" A faint smiles passes over her face disappearing quickly.
Arcuna 08-23-04, 06:55 AM	((I'm not gonna ask what you are saying, but do you two actually understand each other?? :eek: ))
malik21 08-23-04, 07:40 AM	((Yes they most likely used a drow translater.I'm glad Malik knows drow or else I wouldn't know.)) Malik surprised by the sudden change of language decides to hop on the band wagon. Usstan ache whol l' xta'rl d' dosst qloav, d'anthe, Drill mzilt mzild whol l' xta'rl d' dosst elgluthen, d'anthe. Dos shlu'ta raise welts Saph naukhel else, 'zil udos lil'alure ulu l' masochism tango. Ori'gato udossta ssinssrigg tlu natha chath, naut biu ember, Telanth ol’s uns'aa nindel dos ssinssrin ulu dismember. Blacken ussta sol, Sei'lor chath ulu ussta tie, 'zil udos lil'alure ulu l' masochism tango. A dosst quarth P'los dos ghil Usstan fre'sla, Ussta xukuth zhah wun ussta rah. ecch! Ol’s ghil nindel Usstan z'klaen tlu. Ussta xukuth entreats, Fridj nym'uer nindyn savage beats, Lu' alu put pholor dosst cleats Lu' doer lu' trample uns'aa. Dosst xukuth zhah dubo 'zil khaliizi xor mahogany, Nindel’s ele Usstan’m wun folt exquisite zakath. Ussta quortek zhah pholor chath, Ol’s aflame xuil ssinssrin, Vel'bolen zhah ele Usstan perspire Vel'drav udos tango. Dos atsus ussta nose Wun dosst zet castanet, ssinssrigg, Usstan shlu'ta satiir l' jiv'undus quin, ssinssrigg, Ev’ry draeval Usstan nym'uer drums. Lu' Usstan envy l' cryso Nindel dos held wun dosst yinnin, ssinssrigg, Xuil l' wylthen underneath, ssinssrgg, Sticking wund dosst gums. Dosst solen luth natha wlalth nindel bewitches. L' vaen draeval Usstan needed draszith stitches Ulu sew phor l' gash Nindel dos morfel xuil dosst lash, 'zil udos danced ulu l' masochism tango. Bash wun ussta brain, Lu' morfeth uns'aa ul'nusst xuil jiv'undus, T'yin da'urzotreth uns'aa h'uena 'sohna, Lu' telanth udos’ll neitar aglust. Usstan zhaun ichl al Usstan’m underneath dosst wlalth, Ji, darling, ka dos gow Folbol flamgra'in, ol’s ussta xukuth. Sjaad'ur uns'aa! Plynn dosst cigarette dal ol’s holder, Lu' flamgra dosst initials wun ussta vrune. Fracture ussta spine, Lu' swariy nindel dos’re usst, 'zil udos lil'alure ulu l' masochism tango.
Lord Tarran 08-23-04, 12:16 PM	((I can't belive you translated the masochism tango into drow.)) Nau, naut dos, d'anthe, xuat mir dosstan ichl obok phor. Drill dosst lodias, lu' dosst quar'valsharess, siyo. Lu' Usstan'bal mzild taga ussta ssinssrin d' z'haan wun xuil dosst drolnaren. He smiles again. ((Everyone remember to save thier posts so that we can't repost later after the updates, k?))
thasis 08-23-04, 03:33 PM	Vah'll gets up and smiles like nothing happend. "Chrisopher if you think that I even felt that then you seriosly underestimate me, I could kill you here and now. Don't make me". He then sits down at his table again. He opens his briefcase and pulls out the Book of Vile Darkness. He looks at Christopher. "I thought some casual reading wood be nice". :) OOC: Christopher I don't have Vah'll's stats posted yet but i'll tell you now. He could kill you with one swipe of his swords. ALL HAIL ME!!! :smirk:
Ssin'urn Streea Ssinjin 08-23-04, 05:38 PM	Ssin'urn Streea places her palms flat upon the table in front of her as she rises from her chair. With the grace of a cat she walks to the doorway from where she first appeared,turns around, makes direct eye contact with her interrogator with more than just a mere satisfied smirk. The glow of farie fire shines through the dooorway illuminating the outline of her taut muscular form giving her skin the appearance of polished high quality marble. The priestess, pleased after extracting the desired information, tosses her head and laughs as she walks out to meet two of her handmaids who are standing outside awaiting instruction. They join hands and disappear through a portal. A spider runs across the table where she was sitting and bites the one who was sitting next to her.
thasis 08-23-04, 09:45 PM	A tall man in a dark cloak walks in. You can't see is face. He walks to Vah'lls table and sits down. They start speeking in Dark Speech. After 10 minitues of talking the Cloaked figure hands Vah'll a small package. He then quickly walks out of the Darkhole Inn. Vah'll just laughs. "Excellent, Now i will take the City of Grayhawk as my own". He then laughs evily.
malik21 08-23-04, 10:30 PM	'E's a lunatic 'e is ' malik thinks to himself
Lord Tarran 08-23-04, 11:08 PM	((thasis, you're treading on VERY dangerous ground right now. Don't make this become a god moding thing, because Christopher, I don't care what the stats are, can take you. There are things I have yet to reveal that will cause you great trouble. Do not push me... I do not take insolence nicely, neither to I take people ruining stories nicely. And mind telling me how you can talk of Greyhawk in Faerun?)) Christopher lifts up his hand, looking at the spider in mild disgust. Guess I should have mentioned I was werecobra, he thought, as he crushed the little beasty. Just like a drow to expect posion to always be effective. But she still makes me nervous. Baern had still sworn blood oath last time I checked to kill me. Still, he had noticed the dark cloaked man, and his fiendish guest's smile. Sighing, and still sore from his fight with Miror, Christopher sat himself across the table from Vah'll. His voice is light and calm, though his eyes seem to be more deadly than normal. You have about worn out your welcome, baatezu. You have about, well, thirty seconds to hand over what the man just gave you, or I shall kill you, here and now. No qualms on my part. And please, don't defile my home with such filth. His hand lights with Silverfire, as he torches the BoVD. It screams, as every page is erased, and the book burns to nothingness.
malik21 08-23-04, 11:20 PM	((Harsh.But id like to know what more twists and turns chris has.Continue;)j/k))
thasis 08-31-04, 11:54 AM	So most of what I said was deleted. Since that happened can I rejoin. I'll even go as far as to apoligize. Sorry. (That was hard for me to do you no, I'm not a apoligetic person)