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Orcy The Green Wonder 08-17-05, 01:40 AM	Resting in the mountains surrounded by high cliffs above it on one side, and cliffs looking down upon a mountain path on the other three, it is a sight to behold. A banner flies high above the castle walls, the cliffs above it lined with defensive structures. The walls rise high into the air and guard towers line either side of the entrance path. Guards walk the outer walls while inside is a beautiful courtyard. The walls of the keep rise high within the gates and the doors stand wide, for now. Knights stand ready to greet those that enter the halls here, ready to seek out peaceful negotiations and meetings. Throughout nearby towns, notices are posted declaring the coming of the Knights Von Drache. It reads... "To all ye whom would seek justice and freedom. To all ye who would seek peace and protection from the darkness. We, the Knights Von Drache have come to assist ye. We fight against the tyrannical, we fight against the dakrness and the evil. We do battle against those who would harm others, and protect those who cannot protect themselves. Stand tall brothers and sisters, for we stand beside you." -Kabel, "Orcy the Green Wonder" Lord of the Knights Von Drache Guild Name: Ghashmal Keep: Stronghold of the Knights Von Drache Guild Charter: To protect the people of the world and defend those who cannot defend themselves. To tear down tyrants and destroy the injust and evil. To do what must be done regardless of the rules of a nation. The Knights Von Drache fight against those who do evil and spread hatred and fear. They are a line of defense against the tyrants and evil that would enslave and opress others. Member List: Guild Master Arcanus (Orcy the Green Wonder) Knights: Recruits: Xen155 Igor (Demonfey) Striker (Gabrion) Darby (Jagggar) Valshin (Turalisj) Mandos (Premier666) Sir William Emrys (Dyne) Inactive Duty: Lane (arshes) Solmund (solmund) Alliances: The Council of Archmages Halls of Refuge Guild Leadership Score: 47 Followers in level 1 equivalent: 2785 Districts: Sunrise Mountains Resource Income: Not sure Monthly Expenses: Guild Treasury/Items: Armory, Basic x6 Barracks x20 Bath, Luckury Bedroom Suite, Luxury Bedroom, Fancy x4 (1-4) Bedroom, Basic x3 (5-7) Courtyard, Fancy Dining Hall, Fancy Gatehouse x9 Guard Post x4 Kitche, Luxury Smithy, Fancy Storage, Fancy Tavern, Basic Throne Room, Luxury Training Area, Combat Total Cost: 135,030gp Seige Ballista x3 (8,250gp) Iron Bolts x100 (6,000gp) Contract of Nepthas x8 (11,200gp) Ghashmal Throne (188,400gp) Iron Bands x2 (26,000gp) Incoporeal Block: (100,000gp) Any incoporeal creature within the Temple of the Damned is forced into a coporeal form. Etherial creatures in the area cannot become nonetherial, and creatures cannot become etherial in the area of the Temple. Force Cannon x2 (124,500gp) Acidic Blaster x2 (178,500gp) Magic Bolt Launcher x2 (58,500gp) Remaining Gold:163,620 Total: 1,000,000 gp starting gold Other: Possessions of Stormhand Miscellaneous Guild Items: (PrC) The Knight Von Drache (http://boards1.wizards.com/showthread.php?t=391232) (PrC) The Arcanist Von Drache (http://boards1.wizards.com/showthread.php?t=483800) Force Cannon: 83,000gp This cannon can fire an orb of force upon pulling the trigger. This orb of force requires a ranged touch attack with a range of 200ft and deals 10d6 force damage to the target. Three times per day, the cannon may increase it's range to 400ft. Acid Blaster: 119,000gp This cannon can fire an orb of acid upon pulling the trigger. This acidic orb requires a ranged touch attack with a range of 60ft. It deals 15d8 acid damage to the target. Three times per day, the cannon may increase it's range to 120ft. Magic Bolt Launcher: 39,000gp This crossbow-like object mounted upon a structure (typically the battlements of a castle or keep) fires a magic missile when the trigger is pulled. The magic missile fired acts as one cast by a level 9 caster (5d4+5). Three times per day it may be maximized as the maximize spell feat. In addition, three times per day it may be empowered, multiplying the damage done by 1.5. Player Rooms: Room 1 Room 2 Room 3: Igor (demonfey) Room 4: Darby (Jagggar) Room 5: Striker (gabrion) Room 6: Valshin (turalisj) Room 7 Maps: Inside Ghashmal (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v353/BaddieX51/Arena/GhashmalKeep.jpg) Ghaslmal Keep Back (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v353/BaddieX51/Arena/ghashmalback.jpg) Ghashmal Keep Front (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v353/BaddieX51/Arena/ghashmalfront.jpg) Units: Ghashmal Grunt (50), male human Ftr2: CR 2; Size M (5 ft., 6 in. tall); HD 2d10+6; hp 19; Init +7 (+3 Dex, +4 Improved Initiative); Spd 30 ft.; AC 13 (+3 Dex); Attack +6 Greatsword (2d6+4), or +5 Heavy Crossbow (1d8); SV Fort +6, Ref +3, Will +2; AL NG; Str 16, Dex 16, Con 17, Int 15, Wis 11, Cha 10. Languages Spoken: Common, Goblin, Halfling. Skill points: Ftr 25 Skills and feats: Climb +8, Handle Animal +5, Hide +3, Intimidate +5, Jump +8, Listen +0, Move Silently +3, Ride +8, Spot +0; Weapon Focus (greatsword), Iron Will, Rush, Improved Initiative, Power Attack. Possessions: Full Plate (1,500gp), Masterworked Greatsword (350gp) Ghashmal Archer (50), male elf Ftr2: CR 2; Size M (4 ft., 10 in. tall); HD 2d10+4; hp 16; Init +3 (+3 Dex); Spd 30 ft.; AC 19 (+6 chainmail, +3 Dex); Attack +5 Club (1d6+3), or +6 Composite Longbow (1d8+3) (; SV Fort +5, Ref +3, Will -3; AL NG; Str 16, Dex 17, Con 14, Int 9, Wis 5, Cha 14. Languages Spoken: Common, Elven. Skill points: Ftr 5 Skills and feats: Hide +3, Listen -1, Move Silently +3, Search +1, Spot -1, Swim +8; Point Blank Shot, Far Shot, Precise Shot. Possessions: Masterworked Composite Longbow (700gp), +1 Chainmail (1300gp) Keep Guard (13), male human Ftr4: CR 4; Size M (5 ft., 9 in. tall); HD 4d10+8; hp 30; Init +1 (+1 Dex); Spd 30 ft.; AC 22 (+1 Dex, +9 Full Plate, +2 Large Steel Shield); Attack +8 Longsword (1d8+5), or +5 light crossbow (1d6); SV Fort +6, Ref +2, Will +1; AL LG; Str 16, Dex 12, Con 14, Int 11, Wis 10, Cha 8. Languages Spoken: Common. Skill points: Ftr 21 Skills and feats: Hide +1, Intimidate +5, Jump +8, Listen +0, Move Silently +1, Ride +5, Spot +0, Use Magic Device +2; Cleave, Weapon Focus (Longsword), Weapon Specialization (Longsword), Point Blank Shot, Power Attack, Quick Draw. Possessions: +1 Full Plate Armor (2,650gp), Large Steel Shield (20gp), Longsword (15gp), Light Crossbow (35 gp), 50 bolt (5 gp), 575 gp Ghashmal Elite Archer (10), male elf Ftr4: CR 4; Size M (5 ft., 3 in. tall); HD 4d10; hp 29; Init +3 (+3 Dex); Spd 30 ft.; AC 18 (+5 Breastplate, +3 Dex); Longsword +6 (1d8+2/x2), or Comp Longbow +7 (1d8+3/x3); SV Fort +4, Ref +4, Will -1; AL NG; Str 15, Dex 17, Con 11, Int 11, Wis 7, Cha 8. Languages Spoken: Common, Elven. Skill points: Ftr 14 Skills and feats: Climb +6, Hide +3, Jump +5, Listen +0, Move Silently +3, Ride +10, Search +2, Spot +0; Exotic Weapon Proficiency (Greatbow), Point Blank Shot, Weapon Focus (Greatbow), Far Shot, Rapid Shot. Possessions: +1 Composite (+2) Greatbow (2,700gp), Masterworked Breastplate (350gp), Longsword (15gp), 235 gp Elite Guard (5), male human Ftr5: CR 5; Size M (6 ft., 1 in. tall); HD 5d10+15; hp 45; Init +5 (+1 Dex, +4 Improved Initiative); Spd 30 ft.; AC 11 (+9 full plate, +1 Dex); Attack +10 Bastard Sword (2d8+8), or +6 ranged; SV Fort +7, Ref +5, Will +4; AL LG; Str 18, Dex 13, Con 14, Int 15, Wis 15, Cha 11. Languages Spoken: Common, Orcish, Ignan. Skill points: Ftr 40 Skills and feats: Craft (Armorsmithing) +9, Disable Device +4, Heal +0.5, Hide +0, Intimidate +9, Jump +12, Knowledge (Nobility and Royalty) +6, Listen +1, Move Silently +0, Ride +6, Spot +1; Exotic Weapon Proficiency (Bastard Sword), Weapon Focus (Bastard Sword), Improved Initiative, Weapon Specialization (Bastard Sword), Improved Toughness, Quick Draw. Possessions: +1 Full Plate (2,650gp), Large Masterworked Bastard Sword (370gp), Cloak of Resistance +1, 280 Ghashmal Mage (5), male human Evoker5: CR 5; Size M (5 ft., 9 in. tall); HD 5d4; hp 16; Init +2 (+2 Dex); Spd 30 ft.; AC 13 (+1 Ring, +2 Dex); Attack +4 melee, or +4 ranged; SV Fort +1, Ref +3, Will +3; AL NG; Str 14, Dex 15, Con 11, Int 17, Wis 9, Cha 15. Languages Spoken: Common, Gnome, Goblin, Terran. Skill points: Wiz 48 Skills and feats: Craft (Carpentry) +7, Craft (Weaponsmithing) +6, Hide +2, Knowledge (History) +11, Knowledge (Local) +11, Knowledge (Nobility and Royalty) +11, Knowledge (The Planes) +9, Listen -1, Move Silently +2, Spellcraft +11, Spot -1, Use Magic Device +3.5; Craft Magic Arms and Armor, Heighten Spell, Sudden Maximize, [Scribe Scroll], Spell Focus (evocation).Possessions: Ring of Protection +1 (2,000gp), Wand of Magic Missile (3rd) (2,250gp) Prohibited Schools: Illusion, Enchantment. Wizard Spells Known (4/4+1/3+1/2+1): 0th -- Acid Splash, Arcane Mark, Dancing Lights, Detect Magic, Detect Poison, Disrupt Undead, Flare, Light, Mage Hand, Mending, Message, Open/Close, Prestidigitation, Ray of Frost, Read Magic, Resistance, Touch of Fatigue. 1st -- Detect Undead, Feather Fall, Grease, Identify, Magic Missile, Magic Weapon, Protection from Good, Shocking Grasp. 2nd -- Continual Flame, Darkness, Flaming Sphere, Knock, Scorching Ray. 3rd -- Fireball, Lightning Bolt. Ghashmal Skirmishers (10), male half-orc Bbn5: CR 5; Size M (5 ft., 6 in. tall); HD 5d12+10; hp 47; Init +3 (+3 Dex); Spd 40 ft.; AC 18 (+5 chaim shirt, +3 Dex); Attack +11 Warmace (3d6+6), or +8 Javelin (1d6+4); SV Fort +6, Ref +4, Will -1; AL CG; Str 19, Dex 16, Con 15, Int 12, Wis 6, Cha 13. Languages Spoken: Abyssal, Common, Orc. Skill points: Bbn 40 Skills and feats: Climb +10, Handle Animal +8, Hide +3, Intimidate +3, Jump +11, Listen -2, Move Silently +3, Perform (Wind Instruments) +5, Spot -2, Survival +4, Swim +11; Weapon Focus (Warmace), Exotic Weapon Proficiency (warmace). Possessions: +1 Large Warmace (2,350gp), +1 Chain Shirt (1,250gp), 10 Javelins, 690gp Ghashmal Commander (2), male human Mshl7: CR 7; Size M (5 ft., 8 in. tall); HD 7d8+28; hp 65; Init +5 (+1 Dex, +4 Improved Initiative); Spd 30 ft.; AC 16 (+1 Dex, +5 armor); Attack +7 Longsword (1d8+2), or +6 Longbow (1d8); SV Fort +8, Ref +3, Will +7; AL LG; Str 14, Dex 13, Con 17, Int 13, Wis 14, Cha 18. Languages Spoken: Common, Orcish Skill points: Mshl 50 Skills and feats: Diplomacy +17, Intimidate +14, Knowledge Tactics +11, Sense Motive +12, Survival +12; Skill Focus (Diplomacy), Improved Initiative, Improved Toughness, Weapon Focus (Longsword), Daunting Presence Possessions: Masterworked Longsword (315gp), Necklace of Fireballs (4, 10d6) (6,000gp), Masterworked Breastplate, 535gp Arcanist Von Drache (2); male Human Wrmg 6/AVD 1: CR 7; Size M (5 ft., 10 in. tall); HD 7d6+21; hp 42; Init +4 (+4 Dex); Spd 30 ft.; AC 19 (+4 armor, +1 magic, +3 Dex); Spear +4 (1d8+1/x3), or +7 ranged; SV Fort +7, Ref +6, Will +10; AL CG; Str 13, Dex 18, Con 16, Int 18, Wis 16, Cha 18. Languages Spoken: Abyssal, Aquan, Celestial, Common, Halfling. Skill points: Wrmg 60 Skills and feats: Concentration +13, Intimidate +14, Knowledge (Arcana) +14, Knowledge (history) +14, Profession (soldier) +13, Spellcraft +14; Battle Caster, Extra Edge, Sudden Widen, Sudden Maximize Possessions: Metamagic Rod (Sculpting), +1 Breastplate, Masterworked Heavy Crossbow, 200 bolts, 28 gp Ghashmal General; male Human Barbarian 2/Fighter 4/Knight Von Drache 1: CR 7; Size M (6ft tall); HD 2d12+5d10+21; hp 62; Init +2 (+2 dex); Spd 30ft.; AC 19 (+2 Dex, +x); Longspear +11 (1d8+7/x3), or Crossbow +9 (1d10/x2); SV Fort +12, Ref +3, Will +6; AL CG; Str 18, Dex 14, Con 16, Int 13, Wis 16, Cha 15. Languages Spoken: Common, Gobbish Skill Points: Barb 25, Ftr 15, KVD 3 Skills and feats: Intimidate +14, Knowledge (tactics) +11, Spot +11, Survival +7; Ruthless Command, Courageous Command, Beloved Commander, Improved Initiative, Exotic Weapon Proficiency (Long Rifle), Weapon Focus (Long Rifle) Possessions: +1 Longspear, +2 Breastplate, Masterworked Heavy Crossbow, 200 bolts, 175gp
Orcy The Green Wonder 08-17-05, 01:44 AM	Arcanus sits in the throne room watching as newer soldiers come and go. Setting up the keep around him while he awaits any new recruits that have yet to show up. He sits below the banner of the Knights, the symbol Orcy has worn for ages. His staff sits against the side of the chair and he rests his chin in one hand. Despite his heavy armor, he seems to have some sort of arcane abilities, though exactly what is unknown to most soldiers here. Arcanus leans back in the chair and sighs. This might be a long day, but it would be worth it to ensure that these people were free.
Xen155 08-17-05, 11:05 AM	Elf in loose black clothing and draping blue cloak steps up befor Arcanus. The symbul of law is blazened on many parts of his clothing. He bows deeply at the man on the throne. He rights himself, adjusting his staff to a more comfortable position along his back and speaks. Lord Arcanus, I have seen your poster and noticed the extra activity in this part of Tyranus of late. It would seem to me that your Knights are sorely needed in this land were tyrants even now prepare there assualt on the just and innocent. Will you have me in your Order so that I may help you in your attempt to stem the Shadow?
Orcy The Green Wonder 08-17-05, 11:28 AM	Arcanus looks toward the Elf and nods at his approach. Listening to his words he leans back in his seat. He taps his chin in thought and smiles. "Of course friend. We would be glad to have you as a member of our organization. These days it would seem we need all the help we can get. There are so many creatures and evils in the world today. There are powerful beings that oppress the people. These things must be combatted, they must be sent back into the abyss from which they came. So, we welcome you to this keep, as a recruit of the Knights Von Drache."
premier666 08-17-05, 12:56 PM	You see a humanoid wering a cloack covering all his body. Underneath it there is the shining of metal in a chain shirt. The cloak appears to change color depending on the background, making dificult to look at him directly. His hood cover his face with shadow, but its possible to see elven ears sprouting out of the hood. When the hood is down, its possible to see that he's an elven male, with long deep black hair, an pale white skin. What atracts your attention however, it's his eyes. His pupil is completely white, while the rest of the eye is deep black. Hello and well met, Lord Arcanus. I am Drauguril, ranger and hunter of evil wherever it stays. I have come to this world to help restoring the glory of this land. I can see your goals matches mine. Will you acept me, as member of the Knights of Von Drache?
Orcy The Green Wonder 08-17-05, 01:07 PM	Arcanus stood from his seat, looking over the new man. He smiled and nodded his head. Slowly he began to walk around the room. He motioned toward paintings and banners as he walked. Knights standing nearby watched, keeping their hands on their weapons, just in case. Stopping before a banner he turned back to the elf. "As you can see around the room, we have been in many great battles. We have fought countless evils and defended many. Of course, it is not always a victory, the people must be willing to be free and at peace. You are welcome to join us here to defend others and defeat evil. The Knights Von Drache will stand tall, regardless of the enemy, regardless of what we must fight against, we will stand tall. So, as I've said, welcome friend. We are happy to accept you as a recruit of the Knights Von Drache."
Arshes 08-17-05, 01:09 PM	A tall elf walks into the halls. A cloaked hides his face, and no weapons can be seen on his body. Hail, Arcanus, bold knight! I am Lane, stout warrior of justice. I have come seeking membership to your prestigous hall of good.
Orcy The Green Wonder 08-17-05, 01:18 PM	Arcanus turns toward the newcomer. Nodding with a smile yet again. The guards look at eachother and nod, having not expected that the word would spread so quickly. Arcanus bowed slightly and walked back to the throne, taking his seat and clearing his throat. "Well, greetings Lane. It seems that word has spread quite quickly. I, Arcanus, the lord of this keep and general in the armies of the Knights Von Drache welcome you, all of you. Again, I am happy to greet you and take you on as a recruit of the Knights Von Drache. As you may gather, it will be our duty to fight the tides of evil. If you can stand tall against that which would corrupt, you are a welcome addition to our halls."
Arshes 08-17-05, 01:41 PM	looks like we finaly have a guild that will be powerful enough to face off against the GoUE. :D
Orcy The Green Wonder 08-17-05, 02:03 PM	A pair of Knights enter the room with some papers. Approaching Arcanus they place them on the table beside him. Arcanus looks them over and nods, writing a few things down on different sheets he looks back toward the three new recruits. "Alright gentlemen, all you need do now is sign these papers to be registered as recruits of the Knights Von Drache. After which, you may enter into training to become a knight. Or you could take a bit of a course to learn more of the Knights and their history. If your knowledge on the subject meets our requirements you may even be registered as a Knight Von Drache. Of course, the training to become a full Knight is more rewarding in my humble opinion. But you do not have to do either if you do not wish to. We will not force you to become a knight, as the recruit status is all that you truely need. It is not about status, but rather fighting back against evils that this order is about." The Knights move from their positions at Arcanus' sides. Walking toward each recruit with a quill pen and the parchment. They point toward a line on the parchment and ask each recruit to sign.
Arshes 08-17-05, 02:07 PM	Lane walked towards Arcanus, bowed deeply, then signed his name twice, once in elven, and again in common. Hard work and dedication always pays off in the long run. He said, backing away from the paper and bowing again.
Orcy The Green Wonder 08-17-05, 02:19 PM	Arcanus nods and the contract glows for a moment. The name signed on it's page flashing after it is signed. Arcanus looks toward Lane and clears his throat. "Having signed this contract, should you turn to evil and betray the people, you will be stricken blind, deaf, and mute. For once you turn to evil, it will ensure that you do not see, speak, nor hear evil again. This is the price for turning to evil. As a member of the Knights Von Drache, you swear against that evil and will think not, and believe not in it. This is just a precaution of course, as we know well that evil has it's spies in many places."
premier666 08-17-05, 02:51 PM	The ranger signs those papers and after Arcanus speach, he put his hood on once again. Lord Arcanus, its an honor to stand by your side. I would rather not take the long course, as my actions require me not to stay in one place for long. Still, whenever the Knights of Von Drache fight, you can be sure I will be there. For now, I must bid farewell. He goes back into the shadow, and disapears.
Arshes 08-17-05, 06:30 PM	If you could please show me the way to the training yard. Lane asked.
Orcy The Green Wonder 08-17-05, 06:52 PM	Arcanus waved his hand toward a knight. The Knight nodded and turned toward Lane, motioning for him to follow. He moved on out of the throne room and down a hall. Moving through the palace until coming to the training yard. There, another Knight sat behind a desk. After they spoke for a few minutes, the Knight behind the desk rose and moved to the center of the training yard. He nodded toward land and began to speak. "Alright recruit Lane. I shall teach you the basics of our combat style if that is what you wish."
Arshes 08-17-05, 07:24 PM	It is always wise to learn and adapt more combat style. I myself am a master of the Raptor and Sun schools. Lane said in reply to the Knight. Let's see if your tactics prove as good as the ones my masters have taught me. his 'masters' are an order of monks halfway across the world. He trained at the Sun and Raptor academies.
Xen155 08-17-05, 09:36 PM	Xen studies the paper intently befor touching it after the clear display of magic. A most intresting magical item Arcanus..., But I will of course sign your papers. But first know my first alliance is with the Council of Arch-Mages, and though I do not see the two organizations coming into conflict, I believe it is inportent for people to know were loyalties lie. With his monolouge over Xen takes a pen from a hidden pocket near his wrist and signs the paper.
Orcy The Green Wonder 08-17-05, 10:10 PM	The Knights take the contracts and leave the room after they've all been signed. Arcanus stands and stretches a bit before looking toward the others. "We all have our own duties to others. I do not expect you to dedicate your lives completely to the Knights. You all have freedoms, you must simply stand beside us should we go to battle. Of course, you need not participate in battle that would require you to go against any of your other oaths. But we do expect you to do what is right."
thasis 08-19-05, 01:56 PM	Hey Orcy! Nice guild yah have ear'. I like the Prc's by the way. Verah good. Thasis the Good would be intressted in joining this guild. Also, is it ok if I take the general format of your guild and use it for my own?
Arshes 08-19-05, 02:01 PM	so when are we going to start on becoming knights?
Orcy The Green Wonder 08-19-05, 02:25 PM	Hey Orcy! Nice guild yah have ear'. I like the Prc's by the way. Verah good. Thasis the Good would be intressted in joining this guild. Also, is it ok if I take the general format of your guild and use it for my own? Sure, Orcy doesn't mind. As for joining, Orcy would say make an RP post. so when are we going to start on becoming knights? The training is going on in the background. Orcy supposes he could make a battle or something at the arena, or even an adventure of sorts to initiate those who want to be a knight. Of course, to become a full knight, not just in title, you'd have to take one of the PrCs, at least a level anyway.
Arshes 08-19-05, 02:54 PM	ahh. well, i don't plan on multiclassing Lane. hmmm, prehaps we could say the keep comes under siege from an army of giants and have to go out to stop them? i'm just throwing ideas...
Demonfey 08-19-05, 03:43 PM	A vaguely humanoid form...slithers into the guild, holding what appears to be an old doctor's bag in one mishapen hand, the other holding a spell book. His eyes are mismatched, scars cover his body, and parts of him don't match up. Two mishapen wings jut out from his back, and a pair of tentacles sprout of his torso. Bychance, will you need anyone well versed in medical knowledge and making grafts? My name is Igor, and if so, then I am your man. Oh, and yes, I am a human. I am also a fleshwarper *Fleshwarper: class from Lords of Madness, based on large amounts of grafting.
Orcy The Green Wonder 08-19-05, 03:53 PM	Arcanus looks toward Igor with a bit of suprise. He stops in thought and moves to speak but doesnt. He thinks a few more minutes and finally speaks. "Forgive me but I've never quite seen a... man like you before. You are welcome to stay on, but I doubt we will employ your... abilities much here. We Knights Von Drache tend to favor our own... natural bodies. That which we need is granted naturally by the earth and by whatever forces are at work in the world. Our strength comes from that connection to the earth, one reason our keep is built into the side of the mountain. So... you may stay here if you wish, but I do doubt we will have great use for your... unique abilities."
Orcy The Green Wonder 08-19-05, 04:51 PM	Arcanus walks around the throne room, making sure doors are locked and such before ushering everyone out. Locking the main doors behind hi he heads toward the dining hall, motioning for those who are not stationed there to follow. Knights throughout the keep are active, running around and checking things as well as preparing the dining hall for some sort of occasion. The Tables moved against the walls and decorated with beautiful furnishings and the "good tablecloths." Arcanus moves around checking the area and looking over the things laid out. He nods and talks to a few knights, who quickly leave and return with other things. He blinks then looks back toward the others a bit suprised. "Ah, right... sorry gentlemen, an explination may be in order. We've been planning a ball of sorts to bring the other guilds to. Here we plan to get a good feel of their intentions and such. Of course, it is meant mainly for a good time. I'm hoing everyone will enjoy themselves, perhaps relieve some of the war tensions for a bit. It is my hope that the guilds will get along a bit better and possibly work a bit more... peacefully than they have in the past."
Arshes 08-19-05, 05:26 PM	Lane looked up from his meditating. Well, then let me get changed. After all, I have certain duties myself. He walked off towards the barracks. A few minutes later, he reappeared dressed in the uniform of a Tyrannorian Royal Guard. There we go. I've got duties to attend to as the captain of the guard. Xen, Drauguril, I expect you two to be in full dress uniform for the ball.
thasis 08-19-05, 05:40 PM	A cloud of gold smoke apears. Once the smoke clears you see an older, intellegent looking, man standing in front of you. "My name is Thasis the Good, as you probally already know. I am intressted in membership of this guild for I am intressted in keeping peace and prosperity within this city and the whole world. This guild seems the idle place to do it and as I said before, I request membership"
Arshes 08-19-05, 05:46 PM	shoud we post as one character? if so, then i'll just have Lane's and Arshes's body fused into one. i've got a pair of rings in the works that allows you to combine forms with a person who is holding the other one. maybe is should make them earrings though ;)
Orcy The Green Wonder 08-19-05, 05:55 PM	A cloud of gold smoke apears. Once the smoke clears you see an older, intellegent looking, man standing in front of you. "My name is Thasis the Good, as you probally already know. I am intressted in membership of this guild for I am intressted in keeping peace and prosperity within this city and the whole world. This guild seems the idle place to do it and as I said before, I request membership" Arcanus nods with a smile. Motioning for a knight to go off and bring something. After a few moments the knight returns with a scroll. Arcanus signs something on the paper and motions for the knight to bring it to Thasis. "Of course you are welcome to join us here. We require your signature on this paper, if you be of evil heart or turn to evil after signing this contract, you will be struck blind, mute, and deaf. Simply a precaution against spies and such."
Orcy The Green Wonder 08-19-05, 09:04 PM	A slightly younger man enters the room and stands beside Arcanus. He smiles and bows to him. An axe rests on his back, designed to resemble a guitar as well as be effective. The man wears similar armor to Arcanus but the colors of his are reversed. "Hello brother. How are you today? I hear you have need of my entertainment skills. I'd be happy to help, of course, I may have to kick your butt afterwards to make up for giving me such short notice." The man grins toward Arcanus then turns to look at the others in the room. Arcanus laughs a bit and nods. Looking at the others, he gestures toward the other man with a smile. "This is my brother, Divinus. He will be supplying the entertainment at this ball of ours. The weapon on his back may look a bit strange, but it can be quite effective. In both battle and entertainment." The man bows low and the grins. Hopping up on the stage he begins to walk around and get a feel for it, taking a seat on a stool until he is needed again.
Arshes 08-19-05, 09:05 PM	i suppose next you will have a character named melleuas?
Orcy The Green Wonder 08-19-05, 09:14 PM	i suppose next you will have a character named melleuas? Thats all ya got? No RP? Orcy was hoping for maybe even a Naturus or a Rangerus... :P But no, those are the only two that sound alike... because they're brothers, see...
Demonfey 08-19-05, 09:28 PM	Uh, hello. Sorry, I'm just not much of a people person. They seem to be turned off a bit by...well lets face it, they are turned off by the bodak eye, tentacles, wings, tail, and other grafts, as well as all the scars and stitches. I'll be working on my disguises for the party, thanks to my tool of disguise.
Arshes 08-19-05, 09:44 PM	Thats all ya got? No RP? Orcy was hoping for maybe even a Naturus or a Rangerus... :P But no, those are the only two that sound alike... because they're brothers, see... ahh. hope divinus behaves in the party. he wouldn't want to mess up in front of the head of the royal guard ;)
Orcy The Green Wonder 08-19-05, 10:14 PM	Arcanus turns toward Lane and looks at his uniform. He taps his chin as though he had forgotten something. Shortly after his eyes light up and he holds up a finger. "Ah, how could I have forgotten. For you of the royal guard, I should note that here we will keep the peace, and it is our laws that will be followed. This is our land, so you can see why it would be our laws that will be followed. If you do find it necessary to do your duties here. You will have to do them through myself and my men. We will help you if we agree with any laws you believe to be broken. In short, you will need to file a request to transfer any prisoners to your own holding cells."
Ashariana 08-19-05, 10:26 PM	A slim pale woman enters the room. An elegant red dress covers some of her pale red skin. Just enough of her curves showing to remain seductive. She smiles warmly as she tosses her sword and staff to whatever Knight is collecting weapons. She slowly moves into the room, the smile remaining on her face as she does so. Behind her, a massive man clad from head to toe in metal walks. He looks around the room with a grunt and crosses his arms. "Well hello boys. I am Ashariana, this is the place for the party is it not? I hope I'm at the right place, you all look so nice and welcoming."
Orcy The Green Wonder 08-19-05, 10:35 PM	Arcanus looks toward the woman and smiles. He bows low and approaches her, extending a hand toward her. His hood is up covering most of his face in shadows. "Greetings milady. I am Arcanus, the lord of these halls. I welcome you to our ball here, and hope you will enjoy yourself. Our entertainment should be starting in a moment, please feel free to socialize and take from our buffet. If you need anything, feel free to ask."
Ashariana 08-19-05, 10:53 PM	Ashariana smile sweetly. Moving through the room and looking around. She stops at one of the tables and samples a bit of the food. She nods her approval then turns back toward Arcanus. "Oh, I think I'll enjoy myself quite a bit. This is quite the place and it promises to be... quite the party as well."
Demonfey 08-19-05, 11:06 PM	A dark shadow falls over the front lawn, and a draconic form sweeps out of the sky and lands in front of the doorway. The now apparent half dragon stands up from the landing, and looks around, demonic blood and elven blood also apparent in its features. Hello. I'm Sulkyr. Ah, I see a couple other members of the GoUE have beaten me here. With that, he unslings a bastard sword and hands it to the weapon-check knight.
Orcy The Green Wonder 08-19-05, 11:16 PM	Arcanus turns toward the half dragon. He nods to him with a smile. Sweeping his hand across the room once. He approaches the half dragon. "Welcome Sulkyr, I am Arcanus, the lord of this keep. Feel free to have some of the food we have prepared for you. Soon the entertainment shall being. My brother Divinus shall be providing it. He too is a Knight of this keep, I hope you will enjoy yourself." Arcanus smiles once more and turns back into the room. Walking toward the stage where he chats in private with a man holding some combination of an axe and musical instrument in his hands.
Arshes 08-19-05, 11:16 PM	Don't worry. We have had our best psions and wizards working together to design and build the equipment each guard member wears. A few of my own men are scattered throughout your own ranks in fact. Lane said quitly to Arcanus before tipping his hat at the guests as they arrived.
Ashariana 08-19-05, 11:24 PM	Ashariana looks toward Sulkyr and smiles, nodding to him from recognition. She turns and approaches the captain of the guard, Lane. Extending a hand, palm down, she gives a sweet little smile. "Well hello, I can see by your uniform your one of the guards of Tyrannor. I must say it will be a pleasure... working with you when the time comes. I am Ashariana, a member of the Stormhand federation. Tell me... what plans do you gentlemen have to keep fragile young women like myself safe from all those mean things out there?"
Demonfey 08-19-05, 11:26 PM	Thank you He then heads over to the buffet table, and uses the claws on one hand to impale a few appetizers.
Arshes 08-19-05, 11:36 PM	Ashariana looks toward Sulkyr and smiles, nodding to him from recognition. She turns and approaches the captain of the guard, Lane. Extending a hand, palm down, she gives a sweet little smile. "Well hello, I can see by your uniform your one of the guards of Tyrannor. I must say it will be a pleasure... working with you when the time comes. I am Ashariana, a member of the Stormhand federation. Tell me... what plans do you gentlemen have to keep fragile young women like myself safe from all those mean things out there?" Lane did not return the smile, but said, M'Lady, I had witnessed your victory in the arena. You are one I would rather have my men protect others from, rather then the other way around. He walked off towards the buffey table, picking up a few vegetables, and walked off to a table.
Ashariana 08-19-05, 11:41 PM	Lane did not return the smile, but said, M'Lady, I had witnessed your victory in the arena. You are one I would rather have my men protect others from, rather then the other way around. He walked off towards the buffey table, picking up a few vegetables, and walked off to a table. Ashariana puts the back of her hand to her mouth in mock suprise. She smiles toward him and waves as he walks away. Laughing she turns toward her bodyguard with a smile. "Well isn't he plesant? He seems to have a little something stuck where the sun doesnt shine hm? He needs to unwind, maybe laugh a bit." At that last part she grins mischievously, ready to cast a spell in the direction of the head of the guard. Instead she stops herself and shrugs.
Orcy The Green Wonder 08-20-05, 12:05 AM	Arcanus nods to Divinus and procedes to walk toward the center of the room. Raising his hands into the air he calls out for everyone to quiet down. His hands falling to his sides he nods. Looking around the room he motions toward the stage. "Can I have your attention please ladies and gentlemen? I would like to present my brother, Divinus. He will be providing the entertainment tonight. You may take your seats or you may interact with the others as you wish." Divinus walks up to the front of the stage and nods to the people gathered in the room. He grins widely and pats his guitar. "Hey everyone, name Divinus and I'm going to be giving you a show tonight. Now don't be sittin down just yet, I'm hoping to rock this place nicely. I hope that all of ya are ready, because I'll be starting in a few seconds... Of course, if you don't enjoy it, just stick around and tell me what you wanna hear. I do take requests." Divinus moves back on the stage toward the center, he pats his guitar a few times then begins to play. The music somewhat unusual for the current period, it is a bit louder and harder than most things that people hear these days. Perform check: 26 (http://invisiblecastle.com/find.py?id=137324) (in case anybody cares about the check)
Sssargoth 08-20-05, 12:06 AM	Two dragons fly ito the courtyard of Ghashmal Keep. The larger of them everyone recognizes as one of the lords of Tyranor, and master of the crystal keep of the psions. He stands at approximately 9 Ft. tall. The smaller is recognized as his proxy for the guild wars, ad as far as anyone can tell is a bit on the hyper side, which is understandable for a wyrmling. They are quietly conversing in draconic, and the little one doesnt look happy at his scolding. They walk in and the larger one looks around, then at one of his claws. "Well, it doesnt look like you will be successfully disarming us. Hmm, well, do you really want to turn us away and be a part of total destruction? No, I don't believe you do." And with that, they go among the crowd.
Orcy The Green Wonder 08-20-05, 12:18 AM	Arcanus turns toward the two dragons and bows. He approaches and stops before them. The music in the background making it a bit more difficult to hear, but he manages to come across easily anyway. "Greetings good dragons. I am Arcanus as at least one of you knows. Welcome to our halls, please make yourself... well.. not at home since you likely live someplace hot and firey. But make yourself comfortable anyway. Oh, and please don't threaten the guards, as a Lord of Tyrannor I am sure you know that intervening in such a way would put you at an akward place with the other lords. Not to mention our own Lord, Orcy the Green Wonder. Anyway, enjoy yourselves."
Zombomaniac 08-20-05, 12:24 AM	As all are mingling and sampling food a very large cloaked firgure enters through the front doors of the hall. He, she or it ,whatever it may be as you cant see into its spider-wedded cloak, makes no attempt to move quietly in the hall and takes a stance next to the wall observing others. Of what you can see this being carries two large swords upon its back and you are unable to see anything else from your angle.
jagggar 08-20-05, 12:28 AM	jagggar hands off her dagger to one of the guards as she enters and heads toward one of the tables near the stage. She pulls out a chair and sits down proping her feet up on the table. Now she wears boots and gauntlets which appear to be made of a quicksilver like substance. She leans back in her chair, relaxing to the music.
Xen155 08-20-05, 12:32 AM	Xen leans on his staff heavily as he walks pass the guards. You wouldn't take an old mans staff would you? After reluctantly giving his staff to one of the guards he moves into the throng and finds a comfortable place to sit and watch the festivities.
Orcy The Green Wonder 08-20-05, 12:32 AM	Arcanus approaches the cloaked newcomer and clears his throat. He looks it over and then to the swords on it's back. He points to the swords and then looks as well as he can into it's eyes. "Your going to have to remove those weapons and give them to the Knight at the door. We can't have people running around bearing weapons at a party and all. After that, you are more than welcome to come in and enjoy yourself." After this he turns toward Jaggger and approaches. Bowing to her he smiles and sits nearby. "Greetings Jagggar, I welcome you to these halls. It is a pleasure to have you here in our company. There is food laid out on the tables to either side of the room that you are welcome to. I hope you enjoy your stay, and my brother's music as well."
Sssargoth 08-20-05, 12:35 AM	"Ah, yes. I'm still young enough to get my ass kicked, it seems. With all I've been through, I often forget that. It seems that my arrogance has out-stripped my age, even for one of my kin. I was only stating a fact and had no real intention of acting upon it, as I knew we wouldnt be turned away. You have my sincerist apologies for that." You get the impression that the apology isnt exactly sincere... "This is rather close to where we live anyway since I couldn't exactly build my keep on, or in, a volcano. It wouldnt be very accomidating to the others that call it home if it was."
Zombomaniac 08-20-05, 12:42 AM	The Cloaked figure looks at Arcanus. "I was not aware." The figure then removes his swords and hands them to a Knight standing next to him. "Take care of them." As the figure had removed his swords you were able to see its arm and discover that this being is in fact a Construct. After handing the swords he resumes his observing of the room.
Arshes 08-20-05, 12:47 AM	A winged elf glides into the halls, no weapons on her back. She walks over to Lane and sits next to him. Sorry I'm late. The new recruits barely made it out of thier first day of training. 4 of them dead, the other 2 severly wounded. People are growing more and more lax around here. ooc: meet the drill seargent of W.A.S.P and Lane's wife. :D
Orcy The Green Wonder 08-20-05, 01:08 AM	Arcanus bows to Xen as he enters. Approaching, he placed a hand on his shoulder and leaned in to speak to him. "Greetings again friend. Enjoy yourself, but be watchful, I've already detected a few... unsavory characters who seem to be a bit irritable. I'm sure I don't have to tell you how delicate these things can be." Turning back toward the dragon he simply nods. A hint of annoyance in his eyes, but he says nothing more on the subject. He turns again toward Lane and approaches as another comes in to sit beside him. "Greetings madame I am Arcanus, the Lord of this keep. I see no weapons, but if you have any concealed I would ask you give them to the guards at the door. If you are like Lane, then I suppose I can't take your weapons." He smiles and nods toward Lane before continuing. "Make yourselves comfortable and enjoy yourselves. I am sure there are plenty of people around whom you can socialize with if you wish. I would encourage such as well. It is not often that we have so many gathered in one place." Meanwhile, on stage Divinus has just finished his first song. He wipes some sweat off his brow and takes a sip from a cup sitting on a stool nearby. He looks out across the people with a wide grin and pats his guitar. "So ladies and gents, any requests for me? I can do whatever ya want, so feel free to ask."
Sssargoth 08-20-05, 01:12 AM	The smaller dragon looks around sniffing the air. He then sees the wingd elf. "I smell dinner! I see diner!" The larger dragon puts one of his fore-claws on the smaller ones head, and he doesnt look happy. "We are not to eat the other guests here, no matter how much we want to. Don't forget that. "Aww. Your mean."
Xen155 08-20-05, 01:14 AM	Xen nods to Arcanus and waggles his fingers (witch give off a quick electrical spark). Noted Hearing the request for requests... Perhaps alittle AC/DC Divinus,to liven things up a little.
Arshes 08-20-05, 01:24 AM	My wife here is the drill seargent for the W.A.S.P division of the Royal guard. But she, like I, is off duty currently and has left her weapons back home. Except those given to her through her heritage. Lane stood up and offered his hand to his wife. Before standing to accept, she looked towards Arcanus and smiled. Forgive me, my manners seem to be lacking in my haste. I am Gael. As Lane has already told you, I am both his wife and the head of the Wasp division of the Royal Guard. After she talked to Arcanus, she took Lane's hand and walked with him to the dance floor, slowly waltzing.
Orcy The Green Wonder 08-20-05, 01:29 AM	Divinus' grin spreads wider. He claps and bows toward Xen. Then, noticing the winged elf woman his eyebrow raises. He winks at her and does a little snap/point to her then grins again before he steps back and starts to play. "I'm a rolling thunder, a pouring rain I'm comin' on like a hurricane My lightning's flashing across the sky You're only young but you're gonna die..." Divinus continues to play, a grin on his face, he seems to be enjoying himself. Arcanus nods to Lane and Gael, turning back toward the stage and chuckling lightly as his brother gets into the music. He approaches the stage and takes a seat near it, leaning back to relax a bit before some more mingling.
Xen155 08-20-05, 01:49 AM	Xen stands up and takes a seat next to Arcanus. He speaks were Arcanus can barely hear over the rocking tunes of AC/DC. Master Arcanus. An excellent ball, your brother is one of the most skilled bards I have had the pleasure of listening to. Perhaps we can get a little buisness out of the way while we are all together... I was wondering if the Knights Von Drache would be intrested in an alliance with the Council of Arch-Mages. Those to few who stand on the side of good must stand together or fall seperatly.
Orcy The Green Wonder 08-20-05, 01:56 AM	Xen stands up and takes a seat next to Arcanus. He speaks were Arcanus can barely hear over the rocking tunes of AC/DC. Master Arcanus. An excellent ball, your brother is one of the most skilled bards I have had the pleasure of listening to. Perhaps we can get a little buisness out of the way while we are all together... I was wondering if the Knights Von Drache would be intrested in an alliance with the Council of Arch-Mages. Those to few who stand on the side of good must stand together or fall seperatly. Arcanus listens closely so that he can hear Xen over his brother's music. He nods while he speaks and strokes his goatee a bit. He thinks for a few moments then looks over toward Xen and answers back, speaking so that Xen can hear him over the music. "Of course friend. We can use any help that is offered. After all, there are far too few good these days. It would be an honor to stand beside such an organization as your's. You hold the magical might that can assist our Knights, who bear great physical strength."
Arshes 08-20-05, 01:59 AM	I'm afraid it's time to say goodnight for now, It is getting late and I would rather not trust running H.Q to one of my aides. Lane said before running out of the door. His wife followed slowly behind him, weaving around people.
premier666 08-20-05, 12:17 PM	A man enter the halls. he hands his dagger, crossbow, staff and 5 wands, to the guard, and aproaches Arcanus. He is wearing a black robe covering all his body. He also has a hood that covers his head and a pointy wizard hat (why no one uses those anymore?). His face is always covered by shadow, leaving only two deep blue eyes to be seen. His voice is no more than a whisper, but it can be heard even though all the music. Well, It seems I am late. Sorry for that, but I had some problems with a persistant demon. The Archmage aproches Ashariana and make an informal greeting. Hello there. Ashariana right? I saw your... Perfomance in the arena. Very impressive. He adjusts his hat, and sighs. I will be direct. What would you think of matching you psichic skill, against the arcane power of an archmage? I wanna see your skill firtshand, before talking of more important matters.
Ashariana 08-20-05, 12:55 PM	Ahariana smiles toward the black mage. She brushes her hair back and appears to be thinking. After a few moments she smiles again toward the mage. She looks at his hat and walks around him, running a hand over the side of the hat. "I like the hat." She grins wide then turns back to bring herself face to face with the man. "Very well, you understand that this will be a gladiator challenge, as such, I decide the arena floor. The battle will be until one of us is unconcious as well. If we have an agreement... then keep in mind, my little self is fragile." (but first, I need to take a shower, I'll be back in a few)
premier666 08-20-05, 01:28 PM	He Backens a little when Asharianna touches his hat, but he do not stop her. after her answer, he gives a soft laugh. Many words can describe you, but I reallly dont think one of them is "fragile". Anyway, now thats settled, shall we go to the arena?
Ashariana 08-20-05, 01:35 PM	Ashariana smiles and runs a hand along her body from her leg up. She gives the sweetest most innocent look she can manage and tilts her head as she looks at the mage. "Feels pretty fragile to me, but that could just be me. Oh well, I suppose I can deal with a bruise or something. Well, lets get going then... I just hope I don't get hurt." She smiles again and gives a wink. Walking toward the door with a little bit of a shake as she goes. Finally, heading on out through the door.
premier666 08-20-05, 01:41 PM	The mage sighs, after she talks. Lets just say it depends on your point of view. Well, I'm teleporting. See ya. With a final bow, he teleports away.
Orcy The Green Wonder 08-20-05, 01:46 PM	Arcanus watches the two leave the ball. He sighs and shakes his head, leaning toward Xen again he chuckled. "You know... I'm not sure which one of them to be worried for more. One is an archmage... the other is... quite unpredictable from what I've seen so far. Should be interesting... lets see... I'm sure I have something around here that we can watch the fight on." Arcanus heads out of the room, coming back a few minutes later with a mirror. He places the mirror on the stage infront of his brother, who simply nods. Shortly after, an image of the arena forms on it's surface.
Xen155 08-20-05, 02:24 PM	Xen laughs and responds. A woman's wit and cunning are far more dangerous weapons than spells. Add her odd abilities and I have to worry for my fellow Arch-Mage. This should be a most entertaining battle. I wonder what aspect of the arena she will chose?
Sssargoth 08-20-05, 02:32 PM	"I can attest to that Xen. Lets watch the mirror and find out" "Hmm, it appears to be the fire arena. This should be interesting." Both dragons move closer to the stage for a better view of the mirror.
Zombomaniac 08-20-05, 02:32 PM	The large figure at the wall moves as this all passes and answers the Mage's question. "Fire." [EDIT] Darnit Sssargoth you posted before me.
Xen155 08-20-05, 02:34 PM	Xen slowly turns around and faces the man who answered his question. Thankyou sir... who are you? I have not seen you in these lands.
Orcy The Green Wonder 08-20-05, 02:35 PM	Arcanus girmaces at the spell Ashariana has just cast. He shakes his head and nods in recognition. "I've seen that one before. It doesn't bode well for a spellcaster either. For his sake I hope he can resist it. Either way, this should be very interesting indeed. I'll enjoy seeing what tricks they each have to reveal to us."
Orcy The Green Wonder 08-20-05, 04:12 PM	Divinus looks up from the mirror, having finished his song a while before. He shudders and shakes his head looking toward his brother. "Well that was a hell of a fight. Poor guy got his hands ripped off. That would... suck. So eh... any more requests now that the shows down there is over?" Arcanus looks up and nods toward his brother, his hand on his chin. This was a disturbing turn of events. He would have to be a bit careful now it would seem.
premier666 08-20-05, 04:30 PM	Suddenly, In the middle of the hall, a burst of darkness appears, scarying lots of guests. From the darkness, both Black Mage and Asharianna emerges, to everyones surprise. BM adjusts his hat, and speak with his holow voice. We're back. anything interesting happened while we were gone?
Ashariana 08-20-05, 04:33 PM	Ashariana smiles and waves to everyone before heading over to a chair and taking a seat at a table. She leans back and stretches. She looks over the knights in the room and settles her eyes on Arcanus. He was their leader, and no pushover himself. He would be a problem should he stand against her. She would have to convince him that she was no threat to him or his people... but how.
premier666 08-20-05, 04:36 PM	Black Mage get some snacks and go seat next to his fellow guildmember Xen. So, Xen, What do you think of the fight? It was as umiliating to me as I think, or its worse?
thasis 08-20-05, 05:37 PM	Thasis the Good walks in. "Sorry if I'm late. I've been... busy". He then walks over to the food table and fills up a small snack plate. He then sits down at a table and begins to slowly snack. Thasis the Evil then walks in. He says in a serpentine voice "Hellllllo. It ssseemsss if the party hass begun withhout mee". Thasis then straightens up and snaps his fingers. A small flash goes at his mouth. "Sorry about that, I was dealing with some Yunti and I felt like making the conversation with them less complicated by talking in a similiar tone". He then walks up to Ashariana and says "Hello Ashariana. It's nice to see you again. How did the battle go?"
premier666 08-20-05, 05:41 PM	Black Mage listen to Thasis words and aproaches him. Well, in short, she utterly and completely anihilated me.
Arshes 08-20-05, 05:48 PM	More like she slapped you around with your own hands. Arshes said, appearing in a torrent of ectoplasm. That shows how weak a wizard is against the powers of the mind.
premier666 08-20-05, 06:07 PM	Black Mage looks at the newcomer. He adjusts his hat. Well. And just who are you?
Dyne 08-20-05, 06:12 PM	More like she slapped you around with your own hands. Arshes said, appearing in a torrent of ectoplasm. That shows how weak a wizard is against the powers of the mind. "I would contest this statement, when I can. However, I have not been able to enter the arena as of yet." Lord William Bristol, known far and wide as The Stormhand, King of Bristol and Leader of the Stormhand Federation, enters the halls of Ghashmal Keep. He wears no armor, and his fine clothing is striped blue and violet, with a white surcoat containing the blue coat of arms of Bristol. He carries no weapons.
premier666 08-20-05, 06:20 PM	Black mages greets Stormhand with a hand wave. Well it would be interesting, to finally see Stormhand himself fighting.
Arshes 08-20-05, 06:21 PM	he'd make a great lawn ornament :D :P
premier666 08-20-05, 06:22 PM	:eek: You really should stop making jokes. you are horrible at it.
Arshes 08-20-05, 06:24 PM	well, just take a look under my list of powers. crystallize is one of my favorites. same with ego whip.
Zombomaniac 08-20-05, 06:37 PM	Xen slowly turns around and faces the man who answered his question. Thankyou sir... who are you? I have not seen you in these lands. "I am Guerrier. I came here to learn of future emploiers. If you so wish you may hire my servises." This last statment is made to all in the halls of the Knights Von Drache.
premier666 08-20-05, 06:41 PM	well, just take a look under my list of powers. crystallize is one of my favorites. same with ego whip. I'm not familiar with psionics, so... What?
thasis 08-20-05, 06:58 PM	"Crushed you aye? Mmmm, I had faith in her so it doesn't surprise me. I also have great respect for the powers of the mind. Powerful indeed" Thasis then walks away muttering something about mind powers.
Dyne 08-20-05, 09:22 PM	I'm not familiar with psionics, so... What? It turns the subject into crystal. Basically, the psionic version of Flesh to Stone, which petrifies the subject.
Arshes 08-20-05, 09:35 PM	that's why i said he'd make a great lawn ornament. :D i'm going to have my own keep located high in the mountains. the location is top secret as i'm the only one who knows where it is.
Orcy The Green Wonder 08-20-05, 10:24 PM	Arcanus smiles and greets the newcomers. He walks up to the stage and whispers to his brother. Divinus sighs and seems a bit disappointed. He begins to play a more classical song easily danced to, but not as loud as his previous choices. Arcanus nods and steps off the stage, walking around the room nodding to individuals and approaching Stormhand. "Greetings Sir Bristol. I am Arcanus, the lord of this keep. I have heard of you before in the voices of a few. I must say that you seem to be an honorable man of both magic and martial skills. I would seek to challenge you myself at some point. But for now I must tend to my ball. I hope you will enjoy yourself here today. I may have to speak with you again later about this federation of yours and it's goals of rulership. But for now, I hope you will enjoy yourself." Arcanus smiles again and bows slightly.
Dyne 08-20-05, 10:29 PM	William returns the bow to Arcanus. "Indeed, it would be interesting to face you in combat. And of the ball, I find it to be intriguing so far. You have my respect for attempting to unite Tyranor in some manner." Stormhand then takes his leave of Arcanus and makes his way around the chamber, taking note of the persons here. After Lord William, several of the officials of Bristol appear at the ball. They identify themselves as the Chancellor, Supreme Magistrate, and Steward of the King's Estate. The Steward takes to Lord William's side, while the Chancellor and Supreme Magistrate make their own way about the ball, enjoying themselves with drinks and food, as well as meeting some of the people gathered here.
Ashariana 08-20-05, 10:46 PM	Ashariana waves to stormhand. She smiles sweetly as he enters. Staying seated where she is she leans back in her chair and taps her hand on the table. "Hi there Stormhand. Good to see you here, and not in armor and all that heavy stuff."
Dyne 08-20-05, 11:00 PM	Stormhand nods to Ashariana. "Since this was meant to be a peaceful social gathering, I felt weapons and armor to be inappropriate." Upon spotting Xen, Stormhand turns and approaches him. "I have heard that you have become the new Lorewarden of the Council of Archmages. You have my congratulations on the accomplishment. I hope our two groups can work together in the future."
Demonfey 08-21-05, 10:23 AM	Well, its definitely interesting to watch who's arrived. Hey, Thasis...er Thasises....Thasi? Anyway, interesting match, Ashariana. Keep it up like this, and you'll have a reputation like Droga did in the arena in no time.
Zombomaniac 08-21-05, 10:34 AM	Well, its definitely interesting to watch who's arrived. Hey, Thasis...er Thasises....Thasi? Anyway, interesting match, Ashariana. Keep it up like this, and you'll have a reputation like Droga did in the arena in no time. Shhh! :mad: We do not speak that name. :shifty: If we do he will return! :eek: What ever happened to.....He-Who-Shall-Not-Be-Spoken-Of? :D
Ashariana 08-21-05, 12:07 PM	Ashariana laughs, she brushes her silvery hair back as she stands. Straightening her dress she smiles and looks toward Sulkyr. She shakes her head as he comments about the creature called Droga. She speaks somewhat sarcastically. "Yes, it is just wonderful to be compared to a big monster. Better yet, a big monster that as far as I can tell, everyone hated. I don't look like a monster to you do I?" She smiles sweetly as she looks toward Sulkyr and glances across the others as well.
Dyne 08-21-05, 01:06 PM	Droga was kicked off the boards. I'm not exactly sure why, but it was something that happened at the HEF not too long ago.
thasis 08-21-05, 02:07 PM	Mmmm, I miss Droga's company hear. I think I was like the only one who liked Droga. Mmmmm, I wish Droga'd come back. Hey, I used his name 3 TIMES! Maybe he'll come back :P
Demonfey 08-21-05, 02:27 PM	Ashariana laughs, she brushes her silvery hair back as she stands. Straightening her dress she smiles and looks toward Sulkyr. She shakes her head as he comments about the creature called Droga. She speaks somewhat sarcastically. "Yes, it is just wonderful to be compared to a big monster. Better yet, a big monster that as far as I can tell, everyone hated. I don't look like a monster to you do I?" She smiles sweetly as she looks toward Sulkyr and glances across the others as well. Sulkyr smiles, showing more fangs than many guests are comfortable with in one mouth. Now, everyone who truly is evil knows that looks are quite deceiving. After all, you seem very fond of spells used only by casters who are truly evil. Of course, if I were a mage and not a warlock, I would enjoy using the Crushing Fist of Spite, or Death by Thorns, myself. Those spells looked quite entertaining when I saw my boss use them. As a tip, Dancing Chains should have an...interesting effect if used on Oop the Haunted, if you fight him again.
Orcy The Green Wonder 08-21-05, 06:59 PM	Arcanus glances toward Sulkyr and Ashariana as they speak. Talk of such vile spells isn't something he is the most fond of hearing. He turned his attention toward the other guests. Smiling and nodding toward a few of the gathered nobles he walked around the room. Speaking with a few people he made his way over to Sulkyr and Ashariana. "I could not help but overhear your discussion of spells and magic. Would you happen to be a spellcaster as well Sulkyr, or do you simply serve one? I myself know quite a bit about magic. Though the type of spells you speak of would not be my own choice. If I might ask, who is your master to use such spells Sulkyr? I should know of him if he is the... type to use such."
Zombomaniac 08-21-05, 07:51 PM	Mmmm, I miss Droga's company hear. I think I was like the only one who liked Droga. Mmmmm, I wish Droga'd come back. Hey, I used his name 3 TIMES! Maybe he'll come back :P I liked Droga. He was alwaysthe biggest and baddest really. Droga could always just show up and make small children run home for their Mothers. No one could beat Droga in always being evil. Almost everyone I have seen is good every so often. Everything he did was evil. Hey I said his name three times too. :cool: Come on Droga! :D
Orcy The Green Wonder 08-21-05, 07:56 PM	I liked Droga. He was alwaysthe biggest and baddest really. Droga could always just show up and make small children run home for their Mothers. No one could beat Droga in always being evil. Almost everyone I have seen is good every so often. Everything he did was evil. Hey I said his name three times too. :cool: Come on Droga! :D You can say his name all you want, he CAN'T come back. Cat banned him for what he said was "baiting." Orcy doesn't quite agree that the line Cat banned him for was baiting, but then again, Orcy can't do anything about it. Nor can it be proven either way, as the posts were deleted. Anyway, this is off topic.
premier666 08-21-05, 09:13 PM	Ashariana laughs, she brushes her silvery hair back as she stands. Straightening her dress she smiles and looks toward Sulkyr. She shakes her head as he comments about the creature called Droga. She speaks somewhat sarcastically. "Yes, it is just wonderful to be compared to a big monster. Better yet, a big monster that as far as I can tell, everyone hated. I don't look like a monster to you do I?" She smiles sweetly as she looks toward Sulkyr and glances across the others as well. Black Mage aproaches Asharianna and Sulkyr, adjusting his hat. Well, I can Assure you you don't look like a monster to me. yet, as we all now, specially me by now, some beautifull things can be dangerous. Most people wouldn't want to make an nymph angry for example.
Orcy The Green Wonder 08-21-05, 09:57 PM	Arcanus laughs looking toward the black mage. He smiles a bit and looks back toward Ashariana. Holding up his hands he claps them together. "I suppose she does deserve a hand for that last battle. It was quite a fight, we watched it from here if you hadn't gathered such. I was quite impressed by her ability to... well... remove your ability to cast spells. Quite the tactic, I must say I've never seen it used in quite that way before. Regardless, monsters can always be hidden. Though I do not mean any insult, beasts can come in all shapes and sizes. But I would have to agree with our mage here. Beautiful things can often be very deadly indeed."
Demonfey 08-22-05, 10:25 AM	Arcanus glances toward Sulkyr and Ashariana as they speak. Talk of such vile spells isn't something he is the most fond of hearing. He turned his attention toward the other guests. Smiling and nodding toward a few of the gathered nobles he walked around the room. Speaking with a few people he made his way over to Sulkyr and Ashariana. "I could not help but overhear your discussion of spells and magic. Would you happen to be a spellcaster as well Sulkyr, or do you simply serve one? I myself know quite a bit about magic. Though the type of spells you speak of would not be my own choice. If I might ask, who is your master to use such spells Sulkyr? I should know of him if he is the... type to use such." To answer your question, I am a warlock. A being who draws his or her power from some kind of demonic origin, whether an ancestor made a pact for power, or if they simply have demonic ancestors. My master is known as Crowley, although he has no true name to speak of. If you wait long enough, he may drop in, even though his real body has been destroyed.
premier666 08-22-05, 12:33 PM	Arcanus laughs looking toward the black mage. He smiles a bit and looks back toward Ashariana. Holding up his hands he claps them together. "I suppose she does deserve a hand for that last battle. It was quite a fight, we watched it from here if you hadn't gathered such. I was quite impressed by her ability to... well... remove your ability to cast spells. Quite the tactic, I must say I've never seen it used in quite that way before. Regardless, monsters can always be hidden. Though I do not mean any insult, beasts can come in all shapes and sizes. But I would have to agree with our mage here. Beautiful things can often be very deadly indeed." Black Mage nods to Arcanus. I just hope that one day, people will stop with the hand jokes. He laughs sarcastically. After all, this is going to get anoying sometime.
Sssargoth 08-22-05, 02:01 PM	"It does put a whole new meaning to the phrase 'Unhand me' don't you think. I guess its better than literally being disarmed..." The smaller dragon says, as he walks over to the group. The larger one chuckles at this.
Arshes 08-22-05, 02:05 PM	perhaps next time premier will ask for a helping hand in the fight...
thasis 08-22-05, 04:48 PM	Thasis the Evil sit's calmly in the corner observing other creatures, wheather good or evil. Thasis the Good get's up from snacking and walks over to Arcanus (sorry if I mispelled the name). "Hello, I see you are having a rather intressting conversation about spells. I have a fair knowledge of spells also for I am an acomplished Wizard"
premier666 08-22-05, 05:20 PM	"It does put a whole new meaning to the phrase 'Unhand me' don't you think. I guess its better than literally being disarmed..." The smaller dragon says, as he walks over to the group. The larger one chuckles at this. Black Mage Sighs. I think I'll ignore that coment.
Xen155 08-22-05, 06:45 PM	Stormhand nods to Ashariana. "Since this was meant to be a peaceful social gathering, I felt weapons and armor to be inappropriate." Upon spotting Xen, Stormhand turns and approaches him. "I have heard that you have become the new Lorewarden of the Council of Archmages. You have my congratulations on the accomplishment. I hope our two groups can work together in the future." Yes, I have been given the honor to lead the Council. And perhaps our two organizations can work together, for the propect of peace and greater magic, of course, if the political streams flow in that direction. Xen gives a short bow to Stormhand befor turning back to Divinus's performance.
Orcy The Green Wonder 08-22-05, 07:14 PM	Thasis the Evil sit's calmly in the corner observing other creatures, wheather good or evil. Thasis the Good get's up from snacking and walks over to Arcanus (sorry if I mispelled the name). "Hello, I see you are having a rather intressting conversation about spells. I have a fair knowledge of spells also for I am an acomplished Wizard" Arcanus nods with a bit of a chuckle. Looking toward thasis the good he smiles. "Yes, it seems that there are more weilders of magics around these days than there used to be. Not too supprising, it seems to be the nature of our kind to seek out power."
Demonfey 08-22-05, 07:17 PM	Wait, if Thasis G. (good) is a caster, does that mean your, for lack of better wording, other half, also have training as a spellcaster?
Dyne 08-22-05, 07:50 PM	Yes, I have been given the honor to lead the Council. And perhaps our two organizations can work together, for the propect of peace and greater magic, of course, if the political streams flow in that direction. Xen gives a short bow to Stormhand befor turning back to Divinus's performance. Stormhand nods. "Indeed, I hope politics do not get in the way of the good of the people." He then takes his leave of Xen, taking some interest in the conversation about magic.
Orcy The Green Wonder 08-22-05, 09:11 PM	Stormhand nods. "Indeed, I hope politics do not get in the way of the good of the people." He then takes his leave of Xen, taking some interest in the conversation about magic. Overhearing his words, Arcanus turns toward Stormhand. He smiles slightly and nods in agreement. "Indeed, the good of the people is often forgotten in politics. Rather, power and greed often blind those who rule. It is this very thing that we Knights fight against. Tyrants who would seek to force their will upon the world and control it for themselves. These things must be stopped and defended against in their own ways." Returning his gaze to the group that he has been speaking with Arcanus looks from face to face. His blue eyes searching each of them, as if searching for their soul. He smiles and nods to them. "It would seem the magics of the day bear both evil and holy powers. While magic itself can be used for either purpose, there are some vile things that should not be toyed with. Yet there are those that do. It is not my place to judge, but the dark powers should be tested carefully."
thasis 08-23-05, 02:48 AM	Wait, if Thasis G. (good) is a caster, does that mean your, for lack of better wording, other half, also have training as a spellcaster? Thasis the Evil comes to the table. "Why yes I do have great talent in the magical art. I thought you have known that. Mmmm, I guess I was mistaken"
Demonfey 08-23-05, 11:20 AM	Thasis the Evil comes to the table. "Why yes I do have great talent in the magical art. I thought you have known that. Mmmm, I guess I was mistaken" Crowley would have. He didn't tell me much, though.
thasis 08-23-05, 12:01 PM	"I see. I guess I didn't play a to crucial part in the last war. I was more the man behind the scenes if that". He then chuckles to himself. "I hope to take a more direct action in any battles or conflicts in this place". Mmmm, I came here for more Role-Playing then anything. Some traditional dice rolling (Even if online) is good though. Looking forward to the future conflicts.
DolArrah 08-24-05, 01:38 PM	A brisk wind blows through the keep, scattering papers. A man appears, his skin grey, for a storm cloud was brewing outside. "Hello, noble knights." says this strange man dourly. "It appears that, however gracious your offer, I, Dol Arrah, are the only one who came." At everyones blank faces, this sad man said, "I am from the Warlock Circle, whome you invited to your keep. The rest will not likely come, for they are all either uncaring jerks or obsorbed in their own power struggles." He laughs grimly. "What is it you wish to discuss? An alliance, perhaps? I can not promise you that, but I will ally with you, knights from Ghasmal Keep, not that it will do much good." Note, I have changed my character, so his personality will reflect the weather. He has nothing against any of you people at the warlock circle, just is grim and sad, so he sees the worst in people. He will change drastically, and will never be quite the same each day.
Orcy The Green Wonder 08-24-05, 03:00 PM	A brisk wind blows through the keep, scattering papers. A man appears, his skin grey, for a storm cloud was brewing outside. "Hello, noble knights." says this strange man dourly. "It appears that, however gracious your offer, I, Dol Arrah, are the only one who came." At everyones blank faces, this sad man said, "I am from the Warlock Circle, whome you invited to your keep. The rest will not likely come, for they are all either uncaring jerks or obsorbed in their own power struggles." He laughs grimly. "What is it you wish to discuss? An alliance, perhaps? I can not promise you that, but I will ally with you, knights from Ghasmal Keep, not that it will do much good." Note, I have changed my character, so his personality will reflect the weather. He has nothing against any of you people at the warlock circle, just is grim and sad, so he sees the worst in people. He will change drastically, and will never be quite the same each day. Arcanus turns toward the man, smiling with a slight bow. He excuses himself from the current conversation and approaches the warlock. Stopping infront of him, his eyes peer out from behind his red goggles, looking the man over a bit. "You may have misunderstood my words friend. I have invited you here to take part in our ball. It is a gathering of groups, so that we may meet and speak without war at least for this time. Perhaps opening a way to more peaceful dealings than we have had in the past. You are welcome to enter, eat from the food we have prepared for you, and speak with the others that are gathered here. If you wish, we may discuss alliances and the like. This is after all a peaceful gathering of our peoples."
Demonfey 08-24-05, 11:23 PM	I am actually part of the circle, just not seen very often.
Master_of_Flames 08-24-05, 11:39 PM	li'ruak is off on a planar travel, so he wont be making an appearance.
Master_of_Flames 08-24-05, 11:56 PM	:censored: double post!!!! :mad:
Von Crown 08-25-05, 10:12 PM	Out of the blue, a high-piched shriek can be heard for a moment, followed by the sound of something large and made of metal hitting a nearby mountain at a very high speed. Out a window you can see a floating platform of force with several people standing on it, as well as a crater in a cliffside not too far off. The platform floats closer, and one of the figures leans in, looking intently at a large pile of scrap metal consisting mostly of gold and brass.
Dyne 08-25-05, 10:27 PM	Stormhand walks over toward the platform, curious.
Von Crown 08-25-05, 11:43 PM	The figure hunched over, upon closer inspection, is that of Mordred Von Crown. The other figures, as far as you can make out, seem to be three rather slender women, as well as two hulkin brutes that appear far too large to be human, but from this distance you can see no distinguishing features from beneath what seems to be heavy plate armour. Mordred seems to mutter for a moment, and four short figures walk out. They seem to be oddly almost penguin-shaped, though you seem to make out a pair of small bat-like wings on their backs. They lift the wreckage, and as they haul it back into the portal, you think you hear one exclaim "Not again, Dood!". The plat form floats over to the wall near the window, and for a moment you cannot see it because of the angle. Then, a door opens in the wall, and the group from the platform steps through one at a time. First comes in one of the large men, if that is indeed what this is, for now upon closer inspection you can see that he is nearly completely covered from head to toe in a hard chitin, like the shell of an insect. On his rather frightening face are two large, bulging compound eyes, as well as a pair of mothlike antennae. He carries a massive greatsword, seemingly to large even for himself to wield, and hands it gently to a pair of nearby guards, who with difficulty manage to lug the massive weapon off to wherever the weapons are being kept. The next to come through is a woman who appears to be about twenty, and who seems (to any who attended the previous ball in the last IFG) to be somehow strangely familiar, though you can't put your finger on why. After her comes a blonde woman any from the Warlock's Circle should recognize as Lt. Elyra Yantou, of the Dauthaar mounted forces. Coming in behind her is another unnamed woman who people from the GoUE should remember as theone who insitintly refers to Mordred as 'Father' despite his constant protests. She appears similar as she did then, though her hair is now an unusual shade of light green, and falls down to her shoulders in curls. She seems to be in rather a good mood, although any who remember her from before know this may not last long. After her is another behemoth, similar to the first down to many uncanny details, hefting to the just returned guards' dismay another greatsword of similar size. As the guards struggle off again with the weapon, Elyra walks to the nearest guard and unslings from her back her unusual weapon, which is similar to a longspear but instead of a normal head, at the tip it splits into two prongs, leading down to a larger hole in the center rimmed with visciously curved spikes. She hands it to him, then proceeds to remoe a dagger from each boot as well as three from her belt, then she reaches and feels along the inside of her belt untill she pulls out a leather strap, aloung the inside of which at least fifteen sharp needles are strapped, along with several vials of what are most likely some sort of poison. She then proceeds to remove various other weapons such as shuriken, throwings knives, several throwing axes, and one last dagger, very ornate, which she seems reluctant to hand over. Mordred steps through the door finally, and it vanishes into the stone behind him. "I'm sorry for my delayed arrival, but I have just arrived quite hurriedly from another party. Anyways, I'd like to introduce Zz'tckekek and Zz'tckokok," He says motioning to the massivefroms now standing on either side of the group, "Lt. Elyra Yantou, Heavy Land Dragoons, Fifth Brigade, Dauthaar Militia. This charmingly overemotional bundle of live wires," This time he motions to the young woman wit hgreen hair "Is Kanaia Von Crown, end result of one of my more recent... projects... Also, the other woman is Dauthaar's own reigning Az'Kara, Kadena Von Crown. As I have previosly stated, we have just come from another celebration in Dauthaar, which is why we chose the most expedient method of tranport. However, as I'm sure you just found out, it has a few problems that need to be worked out. In any event, I've brought a few local specialty wines from Dauthaar. I hope you don't mind too much." As he says this, he crosses over to a wall behind the buffet and from within his cloak pulls several bottles, all with lables in a flowing script that you cannot make out. "This," he says, indicating the first bottle, "is some of our best cactus wine. The next is a sample of Kzikit, a Vaermyl specialty wine made from scorpion's venom. And this," He now motions to the third and last, allowing for a rather long dramatic pause "is Ichkteck. It is genrally rgerded as one of the most intoxicating substances know to man, and I've yet to find anything that surpasses it. I'd be wary of it, but you should be fine so long as you are not too feeble of body. It's prepared from a mixture of... well, I'll just say it's prepared from a mixture and leave it at that."
Master_of_Flames 08-26-05, 12:05 AM	wow von crown, long post. you expecting the dm's to give you extra xp for good roleplaying? (not a bad idea actually)
Von Crown 08-26-05, 12:07 AM	well, I guess I mighta gotten a bit carried away...
Master_of_Flames 08-26-05, 12:43 AM	i did a word count. that's 891 words right there. 891. if the dm's gave you even something as small as 2xp per word, that'd boost your level. then again, that'd also become an incentive to get people to type more elaboretly.
Dyne 08-26-05, 07:23 PM	Stormhand sighs. "This is pointless. This peace will not last, the guilds are determined not to allow it. There is only ONE WAY for there to be peace, and that is for this land to be UNITED! And the ONLY WAY IT'LL BE UNITED, is through WAR!" He moves toward the exit. "You can either stand with us or against us! But you are warned: our enemies will NOT BE TOLERATED!" He then storms from the room in cold fury.
premier666 08-26-05, 07:52 PM	Black Mage watches Stormhand storm out of the room and sighs. Well, well, well. That was a terrible mistake Lord Stormhand. He adjust his hat as he look at the surprised faces of guests. When he gets up its possible to see a hint of a smile behind his hood. This is going to be interesting. I need to get to the counsil imediatly. He waves to Asharianna. See ya, maybe we can fight again another day. With a burst of shadow he teleports away.
Arshes 08-26-05, 07:55 PM	Stormhand has just earned himself enemies in almost every active guild. A very foolish thing to do.
Dyne 08-26-05, 08:02 PM	Damn right it was foolish. But that's not the point. I'm wanting to stir things up, get people moving, and hopefully get the game on its feet.
Arshes 08-26-05, 08:07 PM	:D looks like stormhand is going to die. oh, and you do realise that you declaring war on the royal guards, a guild the leader of the CoA is a member of, would make stormahdn now LE? and it would make stormhand very, very dead.
Dyne 08-26-05, 08:13 PM	No, he's not evil. He's trying to do what he believes is a very good thing, uniting all of Tyranor and bestowing peace upon the land. But, he believes this cannot be accomplished except through war, and the Tyranorian Royal guard will certainly fight (if I'm not mistaken, they are the army of Tyranor).
Arshes 08-26-05, 08:17 PM	the guard isn't exactly the army, more like tyranor is the old republic, ad the guards are the jedi order. that would make you the speratists. Lane ran into the halls, barely able to talk. Was Stormhand just here? Lane asked Arcanus, his face grim.
Von Crown 08-26-05, 09:15 PM	"Well, yes. I showed the group some imported Dauthaari beverages and he suddenly went berserk... I guess he dosen't like wine."
Dyne 08-26-05, 10:06 PM	A man in fine robes, bearing the royal crest of Bristol, calmly walks into the room. He unrolls a piece of parchment and addresses the group gathered in the ball. "Lord William Bristol sends an apology to the Knights Von Drache for his outburst earlier. He regrets to admit that emotion occasionally gets the better of him. However, he also would like to clarify that those who wish to remain neutral and stay out of the war shall face no harrassment from Bristol or the Stormhand Federation, and also that they shall not be harmed. Lord Bristol would like to make known his intent to make certain no innocent bystanders come to harm. Finally, Lord Bristol would like to warn those who would be the enemy of the Stormhand Federation and the Kingdom of Bristol that any act of agression against the Federation or the Kingdom shall be considered an act of war, and that enemies shall be overcome with overwhelming force."
Demonfey 08-27-05, 12:29 AM	"Well, yes. I showed the group some imported Dauthaari beverages and he suddenly went berserk... I guess he dosen't like wine." Apparently. I'll go figure out who's on what side. With that, Sulkyr leaves the room
Orcy The Green Wonder 08-27-05, 12:34 AM	Arcanus clears his throat, watching stormhand go and nodding to guards. The guards take up battle positions in the keep and Arcanus ushers everyone out of the ball room. "I regret to inform you that the ball is now over. It seems that we have more pressing matters to attend to now, and we will deal with them as we must. I hope you all have enjoyed yourselves, but we all have our own matters to attend to now. You may gather your weapons from the guards as you leave but please leave as soon as you can. We may need to prepare for war." Turning toward the messanger from Bristol, Arcanus approaches him, ignoring Lane for now. He moves in close and looks the man in the eyes. "Tell your king that should he commict acts of great evil, or impose his rule upon those who do not wish it, I will slay him myself. I can not allow any tyrannical men or women to do as they wish. Acts of agression shall be met with immediate and extreme reaction."
Von Crown 08-27-05, 12:45 AM	"Well, I suppose anyone who wants can stop by the Blackstar Syndicate... If their too busy, I'd like to kkep this party going. Stop by if you want."
thasis 08-27-05, 01:59 AM	Both Thasis the Good and Thasis the Evil leave the building. Since they didn't bring any weapons they don't pick any weapons from the gaurd.
Dyne 08-27-05, 10:44 AM	The man in fine robes bows to Arcanus before exiting the keep.
Orcy The Green Wonder 08-28-05, 11:42 AM	Arcanus heads back into the throne room. Opening the doors wide he walks over and sits on the throne while soldiers gather in the room. Many high ranking members take up palaces and wait patiently for what Arcanus has to say. "It would seem any attempt at peaceful negotiations have just been torn apart by our friend Stormhand. So, we must prepare ourselves as much as the others. It is time to prepare the ballista and our other defenses. Ready the keep for war should it come to our doorstep. I call all of our soldiers to us, any that have been sent out for whatever reason must return. Also, dispatch a messenger to the castle back home, they should hear what is happening. Let us hope that we are not involved in this war of theirs. But should they commit horrid acts, war they shall have."
Dyne 08-28-05, 12:00 PM	Stormhand teleports back into Ghashmal Keep, right before Arcanus's throne. His eyes lock with Arcanus's, and cold fury fills his face. He stands, unmoving, before the throne in black plate mail, a large sword hanging on his back. Orcy, you want a duel, this is the chance. I'm changing Stormhand's stats around right now, so he'll immediately be ready for approval.
Orcy The Green Wonder 08-28-05, 12:04 PM	Stormhand teleports back into Ghashmal Keep, right before Arcanus's throne. His eyes lock with Arcanus's, and cold fury fills his face. He stands, unmoving, before the throne in black plate mail, a large sword hanging on his back. Orcy, you want a duel, this is the chance. I'm changing Stormhand's stats around right now, so he'll immediately be ready for approval. Arcanus stares right at Stormhand as guards draw blades and point them at him. With a wave of his hand the guards stop and take up their readied positions again. Arcanus stands apppproaches Stormhand, stopping right before him. His jaw is set and he stands tall without any sign of worry. "Why have you returned to my halls Stormhand? You have made it quite clear that you do not wish to talk peacefully. Is there some other reason you have come here? We are not at war yet... so choose your words carefully." Well, Orcy had meant a friendly duel. But he supposes if Stormhand insists and is insulting. Orcy can work something out. To the death Orcy would assume..? Anyway, Orcy will return shortly, hes a stinky orc, need shower... yes... bad Orcy.
Master_of_Flames 08-28-05, 05:44 PM	I think he wants stormhand to die so he can make a new character. But those are just my thoughts, and I don't know what dyne is doing.
Dyne 08-28-05, 05:52 PM	Whether Stormhand dies or not isn't pivotal to my plan. It'll work either way. "I challenge you, Arcanus," Stormhand replies. "I challenge you to a one-on-one duel, right here and now." He then draws his greatsword and takes up a battle stance. "Defend yourself, to the death." What's the layout of the throne room? Are there pillars or anything of the terrain that might affect the combat?
Orcy The Green Wonder 08-28-05, 05:56 PM	Whether Stormhand dies or not isn't pivotal to my plan. It'll work either way. "I challenge you, Arcanus," Stormhand replies. "I challenge you to a one-on-one duel, right here and now." He then draws his greatsword and takes up a battle stance. "Defend yourself, to the death." What's the layout of the throne room? Are there pillars or anything of the terrain that might affect the combat? Arcanus sighs. Drawing his sword from where it rests at his side he takes up a battle stance. Standing ready he shakes his head and motions for the others in the room to stand back. "Very well, perhaps your death will save the lives of many. Preventing this war that is to come. I will not hold back against you, so prepare yourself. Because here I come!" The throne room is a wide open circle, the only thing that would possibly block combat is the throne itself which Arcanus is standing infront of... Orcy could probably make a grid for it real quick if you'd like.
Dyne 08-28-05, 06:00 PM	Orcy could probably make a grid for it real quick if you'd like. Might as well. We'd have to wait for a GM to come to moderate the battle anyway, and I don't think either of our characters are approved....
Master_of_Flames 08-28-05, 06:00 PM	Mirk'Lae walked into the keep then looked around. "Um, I suppose this is a bad time to apply for a membership to the knights?" He asked, seeing Arcanus and Stormhand about to attack each other. The perfect time to have Mirk apply to join. Right at the scene of a climatic battle. And, if neccesary, he can take out Stormhand in about a minute,
Orcy The Green Wonder 08-28-05, 06:03 PM	Mirk'Lae walked into the keep then looked around. "Um, I suppose this is a bad time to apply for a membership to the knights?" He asked, seeing Arcanus and Stormhand about to attack each other. The perfect time to have Mirk apply to join. Right at the scene of a climatic battle. And, if neccesary, he can take out Stormhand in about a minute, Yes, but if you interfere, Orcy will kill you himself. As for a GM, give orcy a moment.
Dyne 08-28-05, 06:09 PM	Mirk'Lae walked into the keep then looked around. "Um, I suppose this is a bad time to apply for a membership to the knights?" He asked, seeing Arcanus and Stormhand about to attack each other. The perfect time to have Mirk apply to join. Right at the scene of a climatic battle. And, if neccesary, he can take out Stormhand in about a minute, Orcy, do you mind if I kill him first? Just to prove him wrong?
Orcy The Green Wonder 08-28-05, 06:11 PM	Orcy, do you mind if I kill him first? Just to prove him wrong? Not really, but you'd need some reason in character. That and you have Arcanus to worry about. But if you want to ignore him, go for it. Orcy is a bit sick of the high and mighty claims and rants himself... It has gotten annoying to him and it really isn't needed.
Sssargoth 08-28-05, 06:17 PM	The two dragons, about to leave the keep, hear the commotion in the throne room. They go over to the door to investigate. "Why do these fleshies insist on being so foolish?" "I dunno, but this promises to be quite amusing." Stormhand is approved. :dragon:
Orcy The Green Wonder 08-28-05, 06:23 PM	Ghashmal Throne Room (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v353/BaddieX51/Arena/Ghashmalthroneroom.jpg) Green dots are knights, the gold is the throne, the rest is carpet. Blue is Arcanus, Purple is Stormhand. Just for current position purposes.
Master_of_Flames 08-28-05, 07:00 PM	I meant with his deadeye shot ability. But I'm sure stormhand would have cut him down by then....
Dyne 08-28-05, 07:00 PM	Awesome. I would kill Mirk'Lae real quick with a simple Disintegrate spell, but it looks like MoF hasn't even finished his stats. Oh well, perhaps another time. ;) Now, to get this started: Initiative: 12 (http://invisiblecastle.com/find.py?id=141318) Rolling under the character name "Stormhand vs. Arcanus".
Master_of_Flames 08-28-05, 07:15 PM	Awesome. I would kill Mirk'Lae real quick with a simple Disintegrate spell, but it looks like MoF hasn't even finished his stats. Oh well, perhaps another time. ;) Now, to get this started: Initiative: 12 (http://invisiblecastle.com/find.py?id=141318) Rolling under the character name "Stormhand vs. Arcanus". Mirk isn't a mellee type person. He is a ranged weapon specialist. :( But it seems no matter what character'sI make, they all die. (the character that I've had for a while now was killed aiding in the defence of a city against an army of demons. His body was completly ripped apart.)
Orcy The Green Wonder 08-28-05, 07:26 PM	Initiative: 10 (http://invisiblecastle.com/find.py?id=141347) Looks like Stormhand will be going first. This may suck...
turalisj 08-28-05, 07:28 PM	Zik watched from the shadows, wondering what was going to happen. He did know however, that what ever did happen, would effect the entire continent.
Dyne 08-28-05, 07:38 PM	Mirk isn't a mellee type person. He is a ranged weapon specialist. :( But it seems no matter what character'sI make, they all die. (the character that I've had for a while now was killed aiding in the defence of a city against an army of demons. His body was completly ripped apart.) You'll get the hang of it eventually. You just have to be more careful, take a moment to see what's going on and what the effects of your actions would be before you act. Stormhand brings his sword down upon Arcanus, slashing three times. He then steps back 5 ft., leering. Attack 1: 40 (Natural 20, Critical Threat) (http://invisiblecastle.com/find.py?id=141358) Confirm: 29 (Successful) (http://invisiblecastle.com/find.py?id=141359) Damage: 49 (Critical) (http://invisiblecastle.com/find.py?id=141362) Attack 2: 20 (Miss) (http://invisiblecastle.com/find.py?id=141365) Attack 3: 17 (Miss) (http://invisiblecastle.com/find.py?id=141367) Up to you how you want to describe that critical.
Orcy The Green Wonder 08-28-05, 07:51 PM	Arcanus grunts as the sword pierces into his side. He jumps off to the side and weaves his hands about. Pointing at Stormhand he completes his spell and raises his sword up to help defend himself. Jumping to C9 and defensively casting Feeblemind. Since you are an arcane caster you get a -4 to the save. The DC is 22.
Dyne 08-28-05, 07:57 PM	Save: 28 (Natural 20) (http://invisiblecastle.com/find.py?id=141372) Wow, the die roller really loves me today. Stormhand easily shrugs off the spell. "So it's a battle of wits, is it? Now, it must be seen how feeble your own mind is." Casting Feeblemind: DC 22, and your save is also -4, since you're a spellcaster. I'm at E10, so I don't think it's necessary to cast defensively. But, if it is, I would automatically succeed anyway.
turalisj 08-28-05, 08:02 PM	Zik watched the fight intently. Both Stormhand and Arcanus were skilled at magic and the sword. But only one of them could come out of the fight alive.
Dyne 08-28-05, 08:03 PM	Zik watched the fight intently. Both Stormhand and Arcanus were skilled at magic and the sword. But only one of them could come out of the fight alive. Dun dun duuun....
turalisj 08-28-05, 08:07 PM	hehehe. Zik has his own plans if Stormhand gets defeated. I wonder how he would like being kept prisoner in a traveling island..... ;)
Dyne 08-28-05, 08:08 PM	hehehe. Zik has his own plans if Stormhand gets defeated. I wonder how he would like being kept prisoner in a traveling island..... ;) Who kept prisoner? Are you talking about imprisoning Stormhand's soul?
turalisj 08-28-05, 08:20 PM	soul? na. though, I could build a thinaum sword for you. It can capture the souls of those it slays.
Orcy The Green Wonder 08-28-05, 08:22 PM	Will save: 32 (http://invisiblecastle.com/find.py?id=141379) Arcanus smiles and weaves his hands about again, sending a spray of colors at Stormhand. The spray strething out in a cone. A red ray striking Stormhand as the others fly past him. Arcanus growls and takes another step to the side. "You really are far too confidant." Defensively casting Prismatic Spray Crappy red ray 20 damage... Reflex save DC 24 for half.
Dyne 08-28-05, 08:22 PM	soul? na. though, I could build a thinaum sword for you. It can capture the souls of those it slays. Or it could store your own soul, if you get slain while holding it. I know, it's from Complete Warrior. I haven't seen a use for Thinaun yet, since people never have their character resurrected anyway (I don't understand why). If resurrections become popular, I'll make a character who likes to collect souls.
Dyne 08-28-05, 08:27 PM	Will save: 32 (http://invisiblecastle.com/find.py?id=141379) Arcanus smiles and weaves his hands about again, sending a spray of colors at Stormhand. The spray strething out in a cone. A red ray striking Stormhand as the others fly past him. Arcanus growls and takes another step to the side. "You really are far too confidant." Defensively casting Prismatic Spray Crappy red ray 20 damage... Reflex save DC 24 for half. Reflex: 17 (Failure) (http://invisiblecastle.com/find.py?id=141382) The red ray hits Stormhand square in the chest, but he only laughs. "That remains to be seen." Lightning, Stormhand's signature weapon, arcs from his finger tips and strikes out against Arcanus. Cast Still Lightning Bolt Damage: 53 (http://invisiblecastle.com/find.py?id=141383) Reflex: DC 22 half (+2 Bloodline of Lightning)
Orcy The Green Wonder 08-28-05, 08:37 PM	The dice hate Orcy today. Save failed: 15 (http://invisiblecastle.com/find.py?id=141384) Arcanus grunts again, grabbing his side he breaths heavy. He weaves his hands about and a shimmering field surrounds him. He then brings up his sword to guard himself. Casting lesser globe of invulnerability. Then taking partial defensive. Also... how is your lightning bolt 15d6? It caps at 10d6.
Dyne 08-28-05, 08:41 PM	What is "partial defensive"? And wouldn't you have to save against massive damage, since the Lightning Bolt was 53? Stormhand brings his sword up again. He crosses in front of Arcanus before bringing the blade down upon him. Move to D9 and attack. http://invisiblecastle.com/find.py?id=141389]Attack: 38, almost a threat (roll of 18). Damage: 20 (http://invisiblecastle.com/find.py?id=141390)
Orcy The Green Wonder 08-28-05, 08:49 PM	Arcanus quickly turns two fingers upward pointing toward the celing. A shimmering green veil appearing around his body as Stormhand attacks. Using reactive warding to bring up a green warding. You need to make a fortitude save DC 27 or die. If you succeded you take 5 con damage. Orcy is still waiting on hearing why your lightning bolt does 15d6 when the spell caps at 10d6.
Dyne 08-28-05, 08:53 PM	Whoops, forgot about the 10d6 cap. So, it would do: Damage: 37 (http://invisiblecastle.com/find.py?id=141395) Fortitude: 17 (Nat 1) (http://invisiblecastle.com/find.py?id=141397) Wow, after so many good rolls, what a time for a dud. I guess I die, then. Not exactly the ending I was aiming for, but I suppose that works. There can't always be a happy ending. You can roleplay Stormhand dying, since I don't know exactly how the green veil works. (Is it poisonous? Does his body just stop working?)
turalisj 08-28-05, 08:55 PM	I'm going to make Golos into a ranger (the non spellcasting variant) Instead of leaving his foes to be revived from the dead, he carries a pair of daggers made from Thinaum. When he meets a particulary powerful enemy, he brings them down to almost 0hp, then gives them one quick slash.
Orcy The Green Wonder 08-28-05, 08:58 PM	May not be happy for you, but Orcy is happy. Didn't exactly want Arcanus to die. Arcanus sighs and sheaths his blade as Stormhand's body contorts, the poison quickly flowing through his veins and bringing him down. He rolls Stormhands corpse over and stands over it. Some of his soldiers approach and stand around the corpse as well. Divinus and a pair of soldiers grab Zik from the shadows and another set of soldiers point their swords at him. "It looks like we have a spy sitting in our halls doesn't it? What should we do with the spy brother?" Divinus glares at Zik and holds his axe at the ready. "You should probably start talking, and fast."
turalisj 08-28-05, 08:59 PM	"Would you threaten an old and frail elf? I was here merely to see the outcome of the fight. Now that is over, I must be off. It is a shame I could not come to your ball Arcanus, I heard it was a smash hit." zik said before dissapearing.
Dyne 08-28-05, 09:03 PM	May not be happy for you, but Orcy is happy. Didn't exactly want Arcanus to die. Meh. I wasn't gonna kill him, only toy with him a little. ;) I'd like to hear more about that Initiate of the Seven Veils, it seems to have been what won it for you. Anyway, off to create my new SF character. Congratulations on the victory.
Orcy The Green Wonder 08-28-05, 09:04 PM	Meh. I wasn't gonna kill him, only toy with him a little. ;) I'd like to hear more about that Initiate of the Seven Veils, it seems to have been what won it for you. Anyway, off to create my new SF character. Congratulations on the victory. Thanks, you put up quite the fight. I would have rather won it in some other way, but I didn't really have a choice. You were beating the hell out of me... the dice really didn't like me today. Arcanus looks to where the elf had been standing. Growling he shook his head and motioned to the guards. The guards lifted Stormhands body and took him to another room to strip him of his equipment. "Watch for that elf. If he should return, make sure he does not leave so quickly. I have questions for those who would spy upon me in my own throne room."
Dyne 08-28-05, 09:10 PM	Thanks, you put up quite the fight. I would have rather won it in some other way, but I didn't really have a choice. You were beating the hell out of me... the dice really didn't like me today. I was holding back, too. I didn't want to kill you. I was actually planning on knocking you out with a subdual blow. Then, right before Stormhand finished Arcanus off, he would hesitate, then teleport out, leaving the Knights Von Drache to take care of their unconscious leader. The rest would be a pretty long story, though, either ending in Stormhand having his memory and identity wiped by Falur, or he would go out and find his long-lost father, whom everyone up until this point thought was dead. It's all a long story, though, perhaps I'll have one of the Typhoeus Acolytes tell it some time.
premier666 08-28-05, 09:16 PM	A burst of shadow emerges, and from it A man wearing blue robes and pointy hat appears. He looks at the corpse and sighs. Well. I guess its congratulations for you, Lord Arcanus. You just eliminated a tyrant. He adjusts his hat. Heh, I'm guessing that this ending wasn't what everyone expected for him. He must be quite surprised in the afterlife. Anyway, What do you think it will become of his organisation?
Sssargoth 08-28-05, 09:25 PM	Definately amusing. I thank you for the show, but now we must leave so shorty here can make preparations for the war ahead. With that they teleport away.
turalisj 08-28-05, 09:28 PM	A young elf entered the room. Bowing before the black mage and arcanus, he spoke. "I have a note for Arcanus, knight von drache. Zik, archmage of serpents, whishes to speak with you. He asks that you meet him at these," He said, handing a piece of paper to Arcanus, "coordinates. Oh, and he says congradulations on your victory." :D he can't be there himself, since someone has tried to capture him, so he sent a messenger. don't worry, traps aren't something zik does.
Orcy The Green Wonder 08-28-05, 09:30 PM	Arcanus places a hand to his chin as he takes his seat. She shakes his head and shrugs his shoulders as a healer enters and goes to work healing Arcanus' wounds. "I am not sure what will become of his organization. Should they seek to continue this war, we shall continue it as well. Since we are now involved, they are our enemy should they choose to be. We will return his body once his items are secure in our possession. There is no use in returning his body if he can simply come back at his full strength. We shall see what is to come of this now."
Dyne 08-28-05, 11:19 PM	The messenger who was previously in these halls walks forth into them again, bearing the last message of the late William Bristol. He now dons fine robes of black, in mourning Lord William's death. "In the event of his death, Lord William Bristol has written a will, that his possessions might be passed down to those he cared about. I bring to you a copy of this will, in the hopes that your magnificence might satisfy the dying wish of our late king." He hands the document to Arcanus. If it were to be read, it would read: As the king of Bristol, Lord William reserved the right to choose the heir to the throne should he perish. In the event of his death, Lord William Bristol wished for Jacob Mist to be adopted as his royal heir, that he might inherit the throne of Bristol and to become its next king. Lord William Bristol's wish is for his sword to be buried with him, that it might forever lay under the earth, and that it, like Lord Bristol, might never kill again. Lord William Bristol's wish is for his armor and his shield to be given to the Stormhand Federation, whether it might be used to defend the guild or to just decorate its halls. Lord William Bristol's wish is for his headband and cloak to be given to Jacob Mist, that they might provide him the intelligence and resistance necessary to rule Bristol effectively. Lord William Bristol's wish is for his boots, pack, and waterskin to be given to Commander James Raynor, that they might aid him in the many journeys ahead of him. Lord William Bristol's wish is for his amulet and ring to be given to Ashariana, that they might protect her fragile figure. Lord William Bristol's wish is for all of his clothes to be given to Jacob Mist, that the king of Bristol may have outfits to appease the judgmental nature of the nobility and the wealthy. Finally, Lord William Bristol's wish is for his remaining gold, of the amount of 3,909 gold pieces, to be given to Li'ruak.
Orcy The Green Wonder 08-28-05, 11:24 PM	Arcanus watches the messenger and has a guard bring him the copy. Reading over the will he leans back in his chair and places a finger on his chin. He thinks for a moment and shakes his head. "So, you request all of the items that have been taken from the corpse of your master back? The man who broke into my halls and attempted to kill me in my own throne room? You expect that I will simply turn over the possessions of a man who came into this place, MY HOME, and attacked me? This is quite a request indeed. First, I would know the intentions of the Stormhand federation and the kingdom of bristol. Now that your king is dead, do you intend to continue this war? If so, I cannot return these items to you, they will be kept as trophies of war. If the kingdom of Bristol is willing to negotiate however, I believe something can be arranged for the return of these items."
Dyne 08-28-05, 11:33 PM	"For the official record, Lord William did not unlawfully attack you. He challenged you to a duel, and you accepted. Also, I cannot answer for the kingdom nor for the Stormhand Federation. I am merely a messenger, delivering Lord William's dying wish. However, I would like to add that witholding the possessions may incite the Kingdom of Bristol to war. Take note that no official war has ever been declared against Ghashmal Keep, war has been declared only between Bristol and the Royal Guards of Tyranor. Witholding Lord William's possessions may incite a terrible war of immense magnitude that would engulf all of Tyranor overnight."
Master_of_Flames 08-28-05, 11:38 PM	[I]Finally, Lord William Bristol's wish is for his remaining gold, of the amount of 3,909 gold pieces, to be given to Li'ruak. :w00t: yipee! that may not be much, but it's better than nothing.
Orcy The Green Wonder 08-28-05, 11:40 PM	"For the official record, Lord William did not unlawfully attack you. He challenged you to a duel, and you accepted. Also, I cannot answer for the kingdom nor for the Stormhand Federation. I am merely a messenger, delivering Lord William's dying wish. However, I would like to add that witholding the possessions may incite the Kingdom of Bristol to war. Take note that no official war has ever been declared against Ghashmal Keep, war has been declared only between Bristol and the Royal Guards of Tyranor. Witholding Lord William's possessions may incite a terrible war of immense magnitude that would engulf all of Tyranor overnight." Arcanus stands from the throne and approaches the messanger. Standing before him he looks directly into his eyes. His jaw is set and stern and his eyes narrow on the man. "You do not deem a King entering my hall unannounced and drawing his blade in an attempt to kill me an act of war? A challenge to a duel or not, it was an attack on this keep. A true duel of such a type would normally be settled in the arena. Your king wished to go around the rules of this arena instead. I will only withold the positions of your lord if the Kingdom of Bristol does not wish to settle for peace. You may have your interpretation, but to we here at this keep, your King's actions were an act of war. If your kingdom wishes to negotiate, then we shall. Othwerise, the possessions will remain here, we do not wish to arm our enemies with the equipment of their former king. So, send a diplomat and we will discuss these matters further. If the kingdom of Bristol decides instead to bring war upon us, rather than negotiate, we will react in kind."
Dyne 08-28-05, 11:47 PM	:w00t: yipee! that may not be much, but it's better than nothing. Glad you're happy. I wanted you to get something, but I wasn't sure what. Too bad for Turalisj, though. Since Zick left, he got nothing (that, and he was constantly arguing with Stormhand). "You are mistaken, I am a diplomat. I am here to negotiate the return of Lord William's possessions. However, I lack to authority to declare war, or to declare peace. And our new king has not made any formal decision on the matter." The Steward turns for the door. "I shall inform the king of your stance, and when I return, I shall bring tidings of this war." He then goes, taking no notice of the hostile stares from the Knights Von Drache.
Orcy The Green Wonder 08-28-05, 11:55 PM	Divinus looks toward his brother from his position to the side of the room. Approaching him as Arcanus sits, he leans against the back of the throne. "A little hard headed wasn't that brother? Do you really think people like that are gonna react well to this kind of talk? They live for war, they want to rule the world. The bastards are just looking for an excuse to go to war, you may have just given that to them." Arcanus sighs and looks toward his brother. His eyes are heavy and he shakes his head. Looking back toward the door and the fading back of the messanger he sighs again. "That is precisely why I cannot simply give in to their demands. It may have been the wishes of their Lord Stormhand. But... if they do indeed intend to go to war with us, we must do what we can. Their morale will already be low with the loss of their king. But now they can either accept that their king challenged me and lost. He was not killed in cold blood, but lost a duel with honor. Or, they can declare war and attack us in a childish show and attempt at retribution. I believe they will attempt the latter. They do indeed seem hungry for war. But if they decide to travel down the road of peace, I will be happy to speak with them. When the time comes, I will defend myself, and my people. I know they will not see the honor in our duel and will simply lunge ahead into battle. I hope I am wrong about them, but we shall see brother... we shall see."
Master_of_Flames 08-29-05, 12:10 AM	Mirk looked around, sighing. "What does it take to be noticed by you folks? I swear, the knight's where I come from actually took notice of someone standing in thier hall, much less one with a rank like mine." He srugged and made his way to the door, shaking his head as he went. I guess in the exitement, Mirk was just ignored. Perhaps he should come back at regular visiting hours.
Orcy The Green Wonder 08-29-05, 11:50 PM	Mirk looked around, sighing. "What does it take to be noticed by you folks? I swear, the knight's where I come from actually took notice of someone standing in thier hall, much less one with a rank like mine." He srugged and made his way to the door, shaking his head as he went. I guess in the exitement, Mirk was just ignored. Perhaps he should come back at regular visiting hours. Arcanus looks toward the man as he speaks and turns to leave. He motions for a guard and the guard steps infront of him. Arcanus stretches a bit and sighs. "I am sorry friend, I was busy fighting for my life. It takes precedance over any that wish to become members unfortunately. Please, come back and speak with us. I appoligize for ignoring you, I did not notice you in all the comotion. As for this rank you speak of, I don't recognize you from anywhere, so I cannot say that I know exactly what you mean."
Wilds 08-30-05, 12:29 AM	A cloaked figure walks into the main hall. "The Breath and Blade sends it greetings to the Knights of Von Drache." The figure turns and leaves the room.
Orcy The Green Wonder 08-31-05, 04:27 PM	Arcanus watches the man as he enters then leaves just as quickly. He taps his chin and looks across the other gathered around the halls. Shaking his head he sighs. "The breath and blade is back in action it seems. This might pose a problem... what with their assassins running around. Well, I doubt we'll ever have use for that kind of thing. Still, I wait to recieve word from the Stormhand Federation and the new king of Bristol. Let us hope he is not as bloodthirsty as some that I have met. Or we shall be doing quite a bit of figthing..."
Dyne 08-31-05, 11:29 PM	The Steward returns to Ghashmal Keep, stands before the throne, and bows to Arcanus. "I represent the Kingdom of Bristol. The King has declared he has no qualms with the Knights Von Drache, and he wishes to establish peace with Ghashmal Keep."
Orcy The Green Wonder 08-31-05, 11:53 PM	Arcanus nods and motions for one of the knights. The knight approaches quickly with a list, handing it to Arcanus. Looking over the list, Arcanus marks things off with a quill pen. Nodding he looks up toward the Steward of Bristol. "The following items shall be returned to the kingdom of Bristol. We shall return his headband and cloak, the amulet and ring, his boots and assorted clothing and such. The scrolls, along with his spellbook shall be kept by us. The armor and sword will be kept to ensure that they do not harm anybody ever again. The gold shall be used to help pay for what damage his lightnings did to our halls, and to help pay for the services of our healers. It is under these terms we wish to return the items. Speak with your leaders and see if this is acceptable to them, unless you have the authority to make such a decision."
Dyne 09-01-05, 06:30 PM	The Steward leaves the halls of Ghashmal Keep, relaying his message to the Federation.
Demonfey 09-01-05, 07:51 PM	If I may point out one flaw. The armor and sword can still harm others, although it would be by your hand. Return the arms, and they shall be watched over for eternity by the will of the Stormhand. You wonder where the voice came from, for it seemed to be everywhere at once. Not like an echo, though, but truly originating from all around you.
Orcy The Green Wonder 09-01-05, 08:08 PM	Arcanus sighs and looks around the room. Then, crossing his arms over his chest he adopts a rather aggitated expression. "If you wish for me to heed thy words, you will reveal yourself. Otherwise, you will take your foolishness from my halls and go. I will not listen to disembodied voices on matters they have no business with."
Demonfey 09-01-05, 08:27 PM	Very well. A large wolf with black fur and flames wreathing its body enters the room. Huge bat wings jut out of its back, and its eyes glow with the fires of hell itself. Its mouth opens and words emanate from its mouth, in a voice reminiscent of an elf's, but lower due to the fact that it is a wolf. I am the animalian incarnation of Crowley, and I came simply because I felt it necessary to point out the main flaw with your idea. On the matter of it not being my business, that which affects this world I have made my business.
Orcy The Green Wonder 09-01-05, 08:39 PM	Divinus laughs looking at the wolf. He turns his head away trying not to smirk but can't hold it and turns back toward him, blurting out what he thinks. "Well fido, just because you think its yer business doesn't mean it is." Arcanus glares at Divinus as he speaks and raises a hand to silence him. He looks back toward the 'wolf' and shakes his head. "I never did claim that I would use the sword in battle. It will either be melted down or placed on display as a trophy of honorable combat. As for the armor, it was never in his will that it should not be used. He wished it to be used by some in the kingdom of Bristol. As they are still our enemy, at least in some respect. I see no reason to strengthen them. They have made their wishes to rule this world very clear, I will not be one to help them accomplish their goal. So once again, it is not your business. We will hear the reply of Bristol's new King, and we shall negotiate from there."
Demonfey 09-01-05, 08:53 PM	A ten foot tall demon walks in, with four arms and eyes of crimson. It speaks to you I said animalian incarnation. This the demon points down at its body is another form. So don't call me "fido". Now, if you'll excuse me, I still have another world to conquer. The demon walks out of the doorway. The canine creature speaks again. May I ask, out of curiosity, what is your goal? To oppose those who wish to conquer? To fight that which is unjust? What is it? Let me also ask you, when war does break out, and if you win, what would you do? Would you rule the populace? Give them their own power to control their lives? Would you, subconsciously, become like that which you have decided to oppose? And do you really think that a war that involves potentially everyone living in Tyranor, and a few that aren't, isn't at least a bit my business, as well as everyone else's? I will not leave without these answers.
Orcy The Green Wonder 09-01-05, 09:12 PM	Arcanus smirks. He shakes his head and looks toward the demon form as it leaves. Turning back toward the wolf form he smiles and nods. "I see, well, as we have done countless times before. We would allow the people to rule themselves. Our Lord Kabel formed the Knights long ago. Since then we have overthrown tyrannical dictators and opened fair elections in other lands. The people choose their leaders, we do not choose the leaders for the people. We protect the people, it is not our purpose to rule them with an iron fist. The war however, is not taking place in the City of Tyrannor. But rather in the kingdom of Bristol. Should they wish for war. The people of the surrounding cities of course may be involved. But you would have me give in to all the demands of a tyrannical nation? The more you give the more a tyrant takes. It will come to war if it must, but I will not be criticized by some demon who has decided to enter my halls because he believes I should give in to the tyrants."
Demonfey 09-01-05, 09:24 PM	Arcanus smirks. He shakes his head and looks toward the demon form as it leaves. Turning back toward the wolf form he smiles and nods. "I see, well, as we have done countless times before. We would allow the people to rule themselves. Our Lord Kabel formed the Knights long ago. Since then we have overthrown tyrannical dictators and opened fair elections in other lands. The people choose their leaders, we do not choose the leaders for the people. We protect the people, it is not our purpose to rule them with an iron fist. The war however, is not taking place in the City of Tyrannor. But rather in the kingdom of Bristol. Should they wish for war. The people of the surrounding cities of course may be involved. But you would have me give in to all the demands of a tyrannical nation? The more you give the more a tyrant takes. It will come to war if it must, but I will not be criticized by some demon who has decided to enter my halls because he believes I should give in to the tyrants." Gods...you are actually one of the few decent mortals I have met. Many forget there original goal during combat, and eventually see things as only for or against them. That seems to be what happened to the Stormhand Federation. You actually seem different from the others I have met, and have apparently found a grace I haven't even seen in paladins. muttering to itself, you still hear high and mighty sons of... before you can't hear what the wolf is saying anymore. ...anyway, if you keep to those convictions, then you will be one of the very few truly good beings I have ever met. Just remember, power corrupts, and corruption causes insanity. History is full of those fools that forgot, even after I reminded them. With that, the wolf turns and walks away, the smoke thickening around it until the wolf has completely disappeared.
Dyne 09-02-05, 12:00 AM	Arcanus smirks. He shakes his head and looks toward the demon form as it leaves. Turning back toward the wolf form he smiles and nods. "I see, well, as we have done countless times before. We would allow the people to rule themselves. Our Lord Kabel formed the Knights long ago. Since then we have overthrown tyrannical dictators and opened fair elections in other lands. The people choose their leaders, we do not choose the leaders for the people. We protect the people, it is not our purpose to rule them with an iron fist. The war however, is not taking place in the City of Tyrannor. But rather in the kingdom of Bristol. Should they wish for war. The people of the surrounding cities of course may be involved. But you would have me give in to all the demands of a tyrannical nation? The more you give the more a tyrant takes. It will come to war if it must, but I will not be criticized by some demon who has decided to enter my halls because he believes I should give in to the tyrants." A shadow stirs in the corner. You see a man there, cloaked in black robes, who was hiding there and listening to the conversations. "It is a shame you see things that way. It was thought that the Knights Von Drache might become a great order, if not for the blindness of their leader. "The demands of a tyrannical nation?" How quick you are to give into assumptions before knowing the full truth. Did you not find Lord William's behavior to be rather strange? Or did you just figure he had gone insane?" The hooded man sighs. "There are many complications behind this matter that you are ignorant of. Until they are known, all shall be severely lacking." The strange man then teleports out, vanishing in an instant.
Orcy The Green Wonder 09-02-05, 12:12 AM	Arcanus growls. He stands and waves a hand, drawing his sword. Looking around the room he growls again. "The next person with such ignorance and rudness as to simply teleport into my halls to insult me because their beliefs are different I will KILL WHERE HE STANDS! Do none of those in this world have the common courtesy to seek an audiance? Do none of the more known individuals in this world have any manners at all!? Contact the court mages, we have work to do so as to prevent this kind of intrusion again." To note... if you used magic to get in, you would have been seen. If you walked in... you would have been seen. Unless you checked with the DM in charge of sneaking into guilds and spying, which last Orcy knew did not exist... then there isn't really a way you could just waltz in here and spy on the Knights in their own throne room... Orcy dislikes such things because it is metagaming in his eyes. Orcy is just getting a bit frustrated at all the sudden teleporting in and out of what is supposed to be a heavily defended keep.
Dyne 09-02-05, 12:20 AM	He was invisible, with a Mind Blank effect. So, he wouldn't have been able to be detected by any means. If there were a DM I could contact to spy and sneak, I would've done it. But there isn't. And none of the GM's are online. Since the only point of it was to deliver a message (and a hint), I figured it didn't make much of a difference anyway. As for a ward against teleportation, I've been wanting to do that myself. It would be Wondrous Architecture, and it would basically be a permanent Dimensional Lock. I'll let you know when I work out the specifics.
Demonfey 09-02-05, 04:27 PM	Arcanus growls. He stands and waves a hand, drawing his sword. Looking around the room he growls again. "The next person with such ignorance and rudness as to simply teleport into my halls to insult me because their beliefs are different I will KILL WHERE HE STANDS! Do none of those in this world have the common courtesy to seek an audiance? Do none of the more known individuals in this world have any manners at all!? Contact the court mages, we have work to do so as to prevent this kind of intrusion again." The wolf sticks its head back in Its simply part of my job description, Arcanus. I did it to the half elves during the... unplesantness that caused a worldly intervention. Oh, and apparently they caught who was manipulating the King of Bristol. Then the wolf turns around again
Zombomaniac 09-02-05, 11:24 PM	The doors to the Keep swing open and a young lad walks into the halls of the Knights Von Drache. As he enters you recognize him as Jacob Mist, King of Bristol. Jacob puts both his palms out and facing upward in a sign of peace. You examine him seeing he carries no spell book, no sword, no holy symbol, or any other weapon. “Sir Arcanus, Sir Divinus, and Noble Knights; I am Jacob Mist, King of Bristol. I have come in peaceful intentions and unarmed. You summoned me here and I have come. I only hope you are honorable in you words and willing to talk as you have asked me to do.”
Orcy The Green Wonder 09-03-05, 12:51 AM	(First... the Knights would not surround you unless you came with weapons out or something of that sort. They don't charge at people and threaten them, it isn't their way.) Arcanus looks toward Jacob as he enters. Sitting in the throne he clasps his hands infront of him, his elbows resting on the arms of the chair. He nods to Jacob and motions for him to come closer. "I do not recall sending for you, but I will speak with you on the matter at hand. You have heard what we wish, so you may go ahead and begin negotiations when you are ready. No one will harm you here as long as I am still in command. So speak as freely as you would in any negotiations, as that is... I assume, what this is about."
Zombomaniac 09-03-05, 10:55 AM	(First... the Knights would not surround you unless you came with weapons out or something of that sort. They don't charge at people and threaten them, it isn't their way.) Opps. Sorry. I edited the post. Arcanus looks toward Jacob as he enters. Sitting in the throne he clasps his hands infront of him, his elbows resting on the arms of the chair. He nods to Jacob and motions for him to come closer. "I do not recall sending for you, but I will speak with you on the matter at hand. You have heard what we wish, so you may go ahead and begin negotiations when you are ready. No one will harm you here as long as I am still in command. So speak as freely as you would in any negotiations, as that is... I assume, what this is about." "You had asked to see the King of Bristol, so I have come. There is much to discuss, but first on the list is Master Stormhand's Will. He wanted his sword buried with him and that will enshur that it does not kill again as you have said is why you keep it. I also plan for his armor to be buried with him so that he may enter the after life with the protection he had in life. You can see that your worries are without reason, but what we do with the sword and armor, scrolls and spellbook does not matter as we had a honor binding aggreement. You, Sir Arcanus, said that if we the Federation said that we would not declare war upon you that you would return all of Master Stormhand's possesion that you looted from his corpse. We of the Federation have declare that we will make no move against the Knights Von Drache and yet you go about witholding the possesion you gave your word you would return. Before any negotiations of Peace can comence I expect you to furfill you end of the bargin."
turalisj 09-03-05, 11:10 AM	Three 'booms' are heard outside, and Zik walked into his hall, a pipe in his mouth. Hail, Arcanus, Lord of the knights. I have come here wishing an alliance between my own forces and the knights. He said. He then spotted Jacob and bowed. Ahh, it seems you are busy at the moment. My deepest apologies. I shall return when you are not busy. That is, if your noble knights do not try and take me prisoner. He said that last one with a wink, for many of the knights noticed the similarity between the elf Arcanus said to capture, and began advancing. ooc: Zik's CG, but your knight's wouldn't know that unless they used detect good. And he's the same person you told your knights to capture.
Xen155 09-03-05, 12:04 PM	Xen enters the building haveing left after the ball. He looks tired and alittle annoyed. I see you are busy Master Arcanus so I will just announce that I have returned and... he looks around the room, specifically at Jacob. am capable of coming to your side if the call is made. He then leaves quickly obviously with the metting already out of his mind.
Orcy The Green Wonder 09-03-05, 01:00 PM	Opps. Sorry. I edited the post. "You had asked to see the King of Bristol, so I have come. There is much to discuss, but first on the list is Master Stormhand's Will. He wanted his sword buried with him and that will enshur that it does not kill again as you have said is why you keep it. I also plan for his armor to be buried with him so that he may enter the after life with the protection he had in life. You can see that your worries are without reason, but what we do with the sword and armor, scrolls and spellbook does not matter as we had a honor binding aggreement. You, Sir Arcanus, said that if we the Federation said that we would not declare war upon you that you would return all of Master Stormhand's possesion that you looted from his corpse. We of the Federation have declare that we will make no move against the Knights Von Drache and yet you go about witholding the possesion you gave your word you would return. Before any negotiations of Peace can comence I expect you to furfill you end of the bargin." Arcanus shakes his head, motioning toward the Knights. The Knights move foreward and direct the elf out of the halls during the meeting, closing the doors behind them. Standing Arcanus sighs and looks the new king of Bristol in the eyes. "What I said, was that when the Kingdom of Bristol's intentions were made clear, we would open negotiations for the return of the King's items. Perhaps your steward did not inform you properly, but that was what I said. Perhaps we can return William's Sword and Armor to you, but I would require a knight to be present at the burial to ensure the items are indeed buried. These times of course do not do well for trust, even more so with your previous master's actions. But... the late King's will does NOT mention his scrolls and spellbook. As such, we are under no obligation to return those items. Your king came into my halls and attacked me. Your king entered this room and tried to KILL me. Yet you have absolutely no intention of giving any reperations for such an action. This alone is an insult, however, we will overlook it for now. If you wish to continue this negotiation, then we may. But if you believe that my words on opening said negotiations were something completely different, and see me as going back on those words, it seems we have hit a wall."
Dyne 09-03-05, 03:13 PM	"But... the late King's will does NOT mention his scrolls and spellbook. As such, we are under no obligation to return those items." What? Did I forget to type that part? Or did you not see it?
Orcy The Green Wonder 09-03-05, 03:17 PM	What? Did I forget to type that part? Or did you not see it? It isn't mentioned at all, Orcy took a look back and didn't see anything about it.
Dyne 09-03-05, 03:24 PM	It isn't mentioned at all, Orcy took a look back and didn't see anything about it. Dammit, I just checked both wills posted here and at the SF. It looks like I forgot to type it in. It was supposed to say: Lord William Bristol's wish is for his spellbooks and scrolls to be returned to the Arcane Order of the Stormhand Federation, that they might aid in the scholarly studies of the apprentices and sages thereof. But, I suppose if you don't want to count it, you're not obligated to, since I forgot to put it in.
Orcy The Green Wonder 09-03-05, 04:27 PM	Dammit, I just checked both wills posted here and at the SF. It looks like I forgot to type it in. It was supposed to say: Lord William Bristol's wish is for his spellbooks and scrolls to be returned to the Arcane Order of the Stormhand Federation, that they might aid in the scholarly studies of the apprentices and sages thereof. But, I suppose if you don't want to count it, you're not obligated to, since I forgot to put it in. Orcy thinks we'll ignore it. As greedy as it might sound, he'd like to get SOMETHING out of the fight. Also... to note. After the whole teleporting inicidents and such, Orcy has added a few features. One... if anybody should teleport into the throne room, Arcanus will know. If anybody should try to enter the throne room invisible, Arcanus will know. If you intend to do any of these things, either post or send Orcy a PM.
Dyne 09-03-05, 04:31 PM	Orcy thinks we'll ignore it. As greedy as it might sound, he'd like to get SOMETHING out of the fight. Also... to note. After the whole teleporting inicidents and such, Orcy has added a few features. One... if anybody should teleport into the throne room, Arcanus will know. If anybody should try to enter the throne room invisible, Arcanus will know. If you intend to do any of these things, either post or send Orcy a PM. Wouldn't it be better to PM one of the GM's instead? You could send the GM's the specifics on your wards, anyone trying to sneak in would PM the GM what he's doing, and the GM would determine what happens.
Orcy The Green Wonder 09-03-05, 04:54 PM	Wouldn't it be better to PM one of the GM's instead? You could send the GM's the specifics on your wards, anyone trying to sneak in would PM the GM what he's doing, and the GM would determine what happens. Since Orcy hasn't seen nor heard from any of the GMs of late (besides Sssargoth), That might be a problem.
Zombomaniac 09-03-05, 05:06 PM	Orcy thinks we'll ignore it. As greedy as it might sound, he'd like to get SOMETHING out of the fight. Also... to note. After the whole teleporting inicidents and such, Orcy has added a few features. One... if anybody should teleport into the throne room, Arcanus will know. If anybody should try to enter the throne room invisible, Arcanus will know. If you intend to do any of these things, either post or send Orcy a PM. I partly agree with this. I dont think we should add it to the will now since it is to late, but IC I will still be trying to get them.
Dyne 09-03-05, 05:44 PM	Since Orcy hasn't seen nor heard from any of the GMs of late (besides Sssargoth), That might be a problem. Sssargoth is still around, he could regulate it. What the heck happened to the GM's, anyway? I think Jagggar was moving, but what happened to Necrodude?
Demonfey 09-04-05, 12:19 AM	Necrodude pops in from time to time, as is his way. Pure and simple.
Orcy The Green Wonder 09-04-05, 02:04 PM	Sssargoth is still around, he could regulate it. What the heck happened to the GM's, anyway? I think Jagggar was moving, but what happened to Necrodude? Orcy supposes... but then it takes a middle man. Orcy would prefer to cut the middle man, but he'll see what he can do... Anyway, Orcy pushes for this to get back to the whole roleplaying aspect of the game here...
Dyne 09-04-05, 02:06 PM	Orcy supposes... but then it takes a middle man. Orcy would prefer to cut the middle man, but he'll see what he can do... Anyway, Orcy pushes for this to get back to the whole roleplaying aspect of the game here... I believe it is Zombo's move. *Waits patiently*
Dyne 09-04-05, 02:36 PM	The doors of Ghashmal Keep open, and an old man in flowing black robes enters. "Hail Arcanus, Lord of the Knights Von Drache. I am Aoth Grindelwald, Guardian of the Bristol Royal Family. I come to support the King and offer my aid in these negotiations. "Take note that the Stormhand Federation is a vast and powerful organization. We offer these negotiations in the interests of peace."
Orcy The Green Wonder 09-04-05, 02:55 PM	Arcanus looks the man over and shake his head. He motions for a pair of guards to approach then stares the man in the eyes. Resting his hand on the hilt of his sword. "If I am not mistaken, you are the man who was here recently spying on myself and my people. I suggest that you give me a very good reason not to arrest you now for your actions. Be very glad that I do not consider such an act of agression now knowing your connection to the kingdom of bristol. Now... explain why you were spying on me in my own throne room, and you had better make it good." The doors to the room close and a few guards stand infront of the doors. Divinus approaches and stands about 10ft away from the man, rolling a sphere in his hand that he had taken from one of the guards by the throne.
Dyne 09-04-05, 03:07 PM	Grindelwald is not at all intimidated by the guards. "You are mistaken. I have never before been inside this room." He eyes the sphere in Divinus's hands. Ready an action to use Telekinesis to push the sphere toward Divinus should he throw it.
Orcy The Green Wonder 09-04-05, 03:22 PM	Arcanus laughs. Looking the man over he shakes his head. He draws his sword and points it toward the black clad man. His eyes narrow as he stares at him. "So rather than come forth with the information and explain yourself. You instead decide to lie to me and those here in opening these negotiations you speak of? I am sure your king can handle himself without a snake whispering in his ear. This is your last chance to explain yourself and your actions, if you still refuse, you shall be arrested." Divinus readies an action.
turalisj 09-04-05, 05:27 PM	Zik chuckled a bit before saying, Actually, snakes are my specialty. Although, they rarely go into people's ears. Pants however.... :P Had to get him noticed somehow.
Orcy The Green Wonder 09-04-05, 05:36 PM	Zik chuckled a bit before saying, Actually, snakes are my specialty. Although, they rarely go into people's ears. Pants however.... :P Had to get him noticed somehow. Zik was pushed out of the halls by the knights a while ago, and told to wait outside. Also to note... Zik can see the doors to the Keep itself closing and Knights moving out to the path. and other places in the castle, taking up positions. It seems the arrival of this man has roused a ready standing.
thasis 09-04-05, 11:27 PM	Thasis the Evil walks into the room. "Mmmm, we're resorting to indimidation with violence already are we. How pathetic you are. I suggest either you make peace or you duel here and now. Get this over with. Don't risk both of your guilds and mine, and my... brothers..." A disimbodied voices booms through the room "Fools! All of you! End this now! End this fast! Doom is comming! Doom for you all! A power greater then all has come! A long forgotten and unrecorded power! End this now and band together to stop this bickering for the powers of both good and evil might be required in an allyship in the future!". A cold pressence can be felt but no body can be sensed.
Orcy The Green Wonder 09-04-05, 11:53 PM	Thasis the Evil walks into the room. "Mmmm, we're resorting to indimidation with violence already are we. How pathetic you are. I suggest either you make peace or you duel here and now. Get this over with. Don't risk both of your guilds and mine, and my... brothers..." A disimbodied voices booms through the room "Fools! All of you! End this now! End this fast! Doom is comming! Doom for you all! A power greater then all has come! A long forgotten and unrecorded power! End this now and band together to stop this bickering for the powers of both good and evil might be required in an allyship in the future!". A cold pressence can be felt but no body can be sensed. The guards would never have let you in. So you may want to back that up a bit.... Before he can even make it to the halls, guards move and block the narrow path leading to the keep. They are armed with weapons and stand infront of Thasis the Evil. Ballista turn toward him from the mountainside above as well. "I am sorry sir, you will have to turn around and go back from whence you came. The Keep is on alert and we are not allowing visitors inside at this time." Meanwhile, inside the guards approach Zik. "Sir, we are going to have to ask you to leave. You may return later, but for now you will have to leave the keep. There are matters that must be attended to and we can have no visitors at this time."
Dyne 09-05-05, 12:19 AM	The beating of drums and the sound of marching feet breaks the silence. Out in the distance, hundreds of soldiers can be heard marching down the mountain pass, toward Ghashmal Keep. As they draw nearer, a watcher in one of the towers can count roughly 200 hundred humanoid soldiers and 5 War Trolls. "I repeat myself," Grindelwald replies. "I am telling the truth. If you wish to put yourself and your men at risk for your insolence, then so be it." I'm not making it up, the Stormhand Federation has 600 equipped human warriors and 15 War Troll mercenaries. A third of them each is at Bristol, the Forest Tower, and now Ghashmal Keep. Your move.
Master_of_Flames 09-05-05, 12:19 AM	But someone who can become ethreal would be able to enter, wouldn't he? :D
Orcy The Green Wonder 09-05-05, 12:31 AM	Arcanus sheaths his sword and reaches out a hand toward a guard to his side. The guard hands him another sphere of the same type Divinus holds. He holds his arm back in a ready stance to hurl it. His eyes darting from the robed man to the king of bristol, who has so far ben silent. "So it is war you would have then? So be it. You are hereby under arrest as a prisoner of war. Surrender all your weapons and items to the guards. This goes for your King as well, unless he wishes to call off the soldiers you have brought. An act of agression will not scare me. I do not fear your soldiers. To send them agains this keep is to send them to their death, so you may do so if you wish, but they will not survive the attack. If it is your wish to send these men to their death, so be it. Now, hand over your weapons and any magical equipment you carry." Orcy isnt going to be scared of a few hundred soldiers. It isn't really going to scare Arcanus either. Orcy needs to finish up the map of the keep if we're going to be hurling soldiers at eachother.
Dyne 09-05-05, 12:52 AM	Orcy isnt going to be scared of a few hundred soldiers. It isn't really going to scare Arcanus either. Orcy needs to finish up the map of the keep if we're going to be hurling soldiers at eachother. Of course not. I wouldn't be scared of your little followers either. The whole point of them is to draw your army away, get all the little grunts out of the way. (Well, except for the War Trolls :schemes: )
Master_of_Flames 09-05-05, 01:09 AM	*continues pondering if a ethreal person could enter the keep* I'd like to note that Zerik wouldn't be intending to kill anyone, unless he's contracted into it of course, but he has plans of his own.
Zombomaniac 09-05-05, 03:19 AM	OOC: Sorry about the absence guys. my comp has been dieing on me lately and i have to use my Mom's from time to time. With all that has been happening it shows how much stats need to be made for everyone. As you said Orcy you need to Stat the Keep and you need to stat you men. I also need to stat Jacob. :( IC: Jacob who had thus been willing to let the three men solve their own problems steps between them all, thus making it so that any attack to anyone would need to go through him. Jacob razes his hands into the air fists closed. "I came here to talk of Master Stormhand's possesions not to see good men die infront of me. I came here without sword or bow for a reason, but do not take this as a path to attacking me or any, unespected, brothers to appear. For any to lay hands on us shall fall at the might of the Federation." I came to get items not corpses. Deep breaths everyone and answer MoF's question. He has been ignored. Also the threats have brought up a question of mine. Jacob follows a abstract term and thus has no holy symbol. What do he do with spells that say you need a holy symbol? Does he ignore it and cast away or is he unable to cast those spells? :confused:
Dyne 09-05-05, 10:39 AM	I came to get items not corpses. Deep breaths everyone and answer MoF's question. He has been ignored. Also the threats have brought up a question of mine. Jacob follows a abstract term and thus has no holy symbol. What do he do with spells that say you need a holy symbol? Does he ignore it and cast away or is he unable to cast those spells? :confused: All clerics have holy symbols, even if they don't have a deity. A sun symbol is the default for clerics of no particular faith.
Orcy The Green Wonder 09-05-05, 12:34 PM	Jacob who had thus been willing to let the three men solve their own problems steps between them all, thus making it so that any attack to anyone would need to go through him. Jacob razes his hands into the air fists closed. "I came here to talk of Master Stormhand's possesions not to see good men die infront of me. I came here without sword or bow for a reason, but do not take this as a path to attacking me or any, unespected, brothers to appear. For any to lay hands on us shall fall at the might of the Federation." Arcanus remains in his ready stance. His eyes locked on the man beyond Jacob. The Knights, along with Divinus, still stood at the ready, not yet backing down. "Your King wishes to continue peaceful negotiations. What say you to that? You have yet to explain why you, or a man who appears very similar to you was spying in my keep. No negotiations will continue until I know this. As for you Jacob, threaten me not, you stand here in my halls, without weapons. If you bring any more men to my halls, you will be arrested for acts of war. Now, once my question is answered we can stop threatening with the so called might of the Stormhand Federation and move on in these negotiations." Outside the Keep, the knights knocked bows and took aim at the path that Stormhand's soldiers would have to walk up to reach the keep. Ballista were readied for the battle that seemed ready to fall. Other Knights stood with weapons ready, waiting for Thasis the evil to leave.
turalisj 09-05-05, 01:14 PM	How many knights are infront of Zik?
Orcy The Green Wonder 09-05-05, 01:25 PM	How many knights are infront of Zik? 3 around him, 3 guarding the door and many many more outside or around the keep
turalisj 09-05-05, 02:29 PM	Hmm, I wont be able to take them all out without injuring them then....
Orcy The Green Wonder 09-05-05, 02:33 PM	Hmm, I wont be able to take them all out without injuring them then.... Then Orcy would say the best thing to do is listen to the knights and leave... yep.
turalisj 09-05-05, 02:42 PM	Is the throne room shielded against teleportation?
Orcy The Green Wonder 09-05-05, 02:45 PM	Is the throne room shielded against teleportation? Won't know till you try. But if you are going to, Orcy will need to know about it. (There are divinations at work in the keep ;))
Dyne 09-05-05, 03:18 PM	Won't know till you try. But if you are going to, Orcy will need to know about it. (There are divinations at work in the keep ;)) As I said, I would STRONGLY prefer for that to be determined by the GM's. It's not up to a Player to say what can and cannot get in his stronghold, it's up to the GM's. For the sake of fairness, we need the middleman.
Orcy The Green Wonder 09-05-05, 03:24 PM	As I said, I would STRONGLY prefer for that to be determined by the GM's. It's not up to a Player to say what can and cannot get in his stronghold, it's up to the GM's. For the sake of fairness, we need the middleman. That is one of the problems. Nobody wants to wait for a GM to be around. Orcy knows what spells do, so he know what effects can and cannot get through them. Of course, if you question his honesty Orcy can see wanting a GM. In the end it is their decision anyway. But as Orcy has not heard from nor seen Jagggar in a while. Necrodude shows up but says nothing, and Sssargoth has not been informed of many of the rules changes implimented by the others... (and is not currently around) there is a liiiiiitttle problem with that.
turalisj 09-05-05, 03:26 PM	Won't know till you try. But if you are going to, Orcy will need to know about it. (There are divinations at work in the keep ;)) I'm fine with Arcanaus knowing Zik has teleported into his throneroom, since it would be right infront of him.
Dyne 09-05-05, 03:32 PM	That is one of the problems. Nobody wants to wait for a GM to be around. Orcy knows what spells do, so he know what effects can and cannot get through them. Of course, if you question his honesty Orcy can see wanting a GM. In the end it is their decision anyway. But as Orcy has not heard from nor seen Jagggar in a while. Necrodude shows up but says nothing, and Sssargoth has not been informed of many of the rules changes implimented by the others... (and is not currently around) there is a liiiiiitttle problem with that. I would question everyone's honesty. If I were given an opportunity to cheat or "bend the rules a bit" to save my character, I know that I would be very tempted, even though I try to be as honest as possible in everything I do. I have not heard of any significant rules changes implemented by anyone, and I helped create the rules. The only things I can think of are the district/resources rules, mass combat rules, Unearthed Arcana variants, and approving homebrew materials, and the only part I can see having any effect on this at all would be the mass combat rules. So there should be no problem at all. And you don't even have any spell components, so I'd question how you got any of your spells to work (especially the ones with costly components and focuses).
Orcy The Green Wonder 09-05-05, 03:53 PM	I would question everyone's honesty. If I were given an opportunity to cheat or "bend the rules a bit" to save my character, I know that I would be very tempted, even though I try to be as honest as possible in everything I do. I have not heard of any significant rules changes implemented by anyone, and I helped create the rules. The only things I can think of are the district/resources rules, mass combat rules, Unearthed Arcana variants, and approving homebrew materials, and the only part I can see having any effect on this at all would be the mass combat rules. So there should be no problem at all. And you don't even have any spell components, so I'd question how you got any of your spells to work (especially the ones with costly components and focuses). Orcy does not play a spellcaster often. But when he does, he typically does not need to list every spell component he has. It is usually a given thing. After looking over his list, there are only two of his spells that require expensive components (which Orcy was not aware of and has modified to be correct). Mass combat has indeed been changed, Orcy doesn't know what else they may have changed along with it. He was under the impression that the rules were finished. Not trusting in someones honesty is all fine with Orcy, you don't have to. But don't just assume you can do what you wan't because a GM isn't around to monitor it. Which is typically what people have been doing.
Dyne 09-05-05, 03:59 PM	Orcy does not play a spellcaster often. But when he does, he typically does not need to list every spell component he has. It is usually a given thing. After looking over his list, there are only two of his spells that require expensive components (which Orcy was not aware of and has modified to be correct). Mass combat has indeed been changed, Orcy doesn't know what else they may have changed along with it. He was under the impression that the rules were finished. Not trusting in someones honesty is all fine with Orcy, you don't have to. Listing individual components is pointless. Most people just buy a spell component pouch. The rules are finished. They're posted in the Welcome to the Guild House! thread. However, most of the rules we came up with were additions to the D&D game, rather than alterations. And I think all of the new rules are in that thread, so it shouldn't be too difficult for a person to get caught up. But don't just assume you can do what you wan't because a GM isn't around to monitor it. Which is typically what people have been doing. Which is why I'm asking for a GM to watch over this. I don't want all hell breaking loose and arguments to break out when all that can be prevented by simply having a GM there to watch everything that happens.
Orcy The Green Wonder 09-05-05, 04:02 PM	Listing individual components is pointless. Most people just buy a spell component pouch. The rules are finished. They're posted in the Welcome to the Guild House! thread. However, most of the rules we came up with were additions to the D&D game, rather than alterations. And I think all of the new rules are in that thread, so it shouldn't be too difficult for a person to get caught up. Which is why I'm asking for a GM to watch over this. I don't want all hell breaking loose and arguments to break out when all that can be prevented by simply having a GM there to watch everything that happens. Orcy would love to have a GM around all the time to watch everything. But not one of the GMs around actually does, or can do that. Orcy would prefer to get off this line of talk and get back into roleplay. If the GMs find that something Orcy has done is wrong, Orcy will do what is necessary to fix the problem. Since Orcy doesn't like the idea of freezing everything until a GM can show up.
turalisj 09-05-05, 04:09 PM	the guards are 1st level, correct? Zik took a pinch of sand out of his spell pouch and blew it into the faces of the three guards while speaking arcane words. cast sleep on the guards infront of Zik. Have them make a will saev or they fall asleep.
Dyne 09-05-05, 04:12 PM	"You are a fool, Arcanus. And for this, you will die." Grindelwald doesn't so much as flinch. He seems to have lost interest in the possibility of negotiations. In fact, he looks rather bored. "Go ahead and throw your spheres, imprison me. Or are you afraid to?" Grindelwald has a readied action: If anyone throws anything at him, he will push it back at them with Telekinesis. The sound of beating drums and marching feet stops. The air around the keep is silent. Finally, a single figure, dressed in rags and carrying a parchment message, can be seen walking up the road to the keep.
Orcy The Green Wonder 09-05-05, 05:01 PM	A soldier walks down the path, meeting the other half way up or down the narrow path. He stops him and looks at the parchment. Then back to the man. "What business have you, a messanger? If so, what is your message?" Orcy will get to inside the keep once he has finished statting the guards.
Dyne 09-05-05, 05:06 PM	The man in rags trembles. "I... bear a message." He fumbles with the parchment and reads from it. "The Kingdom of Bristol demands for the Knights Von Drache to surrender Ghashmal Keep and to leave this land forever. If they refuse, the Army of Bristol will lay siege upon the keep."
thasis 09-05-05, 07:21 PM	Mmmmm, well you could push away Thasis, the other guy isn't realy their. He's more of just a voice then anything. And Thasis says all that stuff anywayz, even if your gaurds are trying to push him away. <<...>>... Kinnda like the yelling well being dragged away... except Thasis wouldn't be dragged away considering he weighs as buch as two tons of bricks...<<...>>... well not literly but somewhere close to that. But anyways, the old speach well the guards are trying to get him out of the room. Thasis then pushes his way through the gaurds. "I wish to stay here. I do not pose harm to anyone as long as I'm not threatened. I don't even posses any items on me at the time. My main reason here is to make sure everybody stays civil. I do not wish for this to turn into a full fledged war at the time.,"
Orcy The Green Wonder 09-05-05, 07:33 PM	Mmmmm, well you could push away Thasis, the other guy isn't realy their. He's more of just a voice then anything. And Thasis says all that stuff anywayz, even if your gaurds are trying to push him away. <<...>>... Kinnda like the yelling well being dragged away... except Thasis wouldn't be dragged away considering he weighs as buch as two tons of bricks...<<...>>... well not literly but somewhere close to that. But anyways, the old speach well the guards are trying to get him out of the room. Thasis then pushes his way through the gaurds. "I wish to stay here. I do not pose harm to anyone as long as I'm not threatened. I don't even posses any items on me at the time. My main reason here is to make sure everybody stays civil. I do not wish for this to turn into a full fledged war at the time.," The problem is you aren't even IN the room. The guards stop you outside the keep, on the path leading to it. They arent going to let you inside, and if you try to push through, they WILL attack.
premier666 09-05-05, 07:46 PM	With a flash of lighting A man wearing a Kimono with drawings of lighting and storms appears. HE has silvery hair and carries a Katana. He looks at ZIK Yo! I've been away for a while. what has been happening around? (Dudes, my PC is broken, so I'm at my ma's pc. I dont got the time to read all that, or to update in any other treads. can anyone tell me what is going on? please?)
Orcy The Green Wonder 09-05-05, 07:51 PM	With a flash of lighting A man wearing a Kimono with drawings of lighting and storms appears. HE has silvery hair and carries a Katana. He looks at ZIK Yo! I've been away for a while. what has been happening around? (Dudes, my PC is broken, so I'm at my ma's pc. I dont got the time to read all that, or to update in any other treads. can anyone tell me what is going on? please?) Stormhand was killed by Arcanus when he entered the halls and challenged Arcanus to a duel. Currently Jacob, the new king of Bristol, is here at the halls for negotiations. Grindelwald came to the keep and is starting a big war against the knights. Soldiers of the Stormhand federation are currently outside the Keep preparing to siege it if Arcanus refuses to turn over the keep to them. Zik is outside the main doors to the throne room and is attempting to knock out the guards who were escorting him away. Unfortunately, you have no way of knowing this. Also... again with the randomly teleporting into a heavily defended keep in war times?
premier666 09-05-05, 07:59 PM	Stormhand was killed by Arcanus when he entered the halls and challenged Arcanus to a duel. Currently Jacob, the new king of Bristol, is here at the halls for negotiations. Grindelwald came to the keep and is starting a big war against the knights. Soldiers of the Stormhand federation are currently outside the Keep preparing to siege it if Arcanus refuses to turn over the keep to them. Zik is outside the main doors to the throne room and is attempting to knock out the guards who were escorting him away. Unfortunately, you have no way of knowing this. Also... again with the randomly teleporting into a heavily defended keep in war times? How the heck could I know the keep is war times if I was away? (BTW, I forgot to say, but this character is James "Darkstorm" Raynor. People of the federation should know him, thats why hi did not present himself. Anyway I gotta go, see you later)
Wilds 09-05-05, 08:03 PM	"Guards? O, yes those pitiful creatures you call guards." You hear in yoru minds a a figure materializes out of the wall. The figure appers to be a human, dressed in simple peasent clothes. "Dogs would have been better or maybe dragons. Yes dragons would have been better wouldnt they? "I would say so, those creatures are only making me hungry." A shadow previusly inconspicus turns into that of a dragon. "Dragons are a much better choice as guards, though we do tend to require a lot for our services. Some gold, or maybe a meal or two a day."
Orcy The Green Wonder 09-05-05, 08:34 PM	Would evil people mind not showing up until Orcy actually finishes the stats on the knights and the keep and catches up to the ever growing list of things he needs to reply to?
Sssargoth 09-05-05, 09:05 PM	A figure on a horse, barely visible among the trees, is investigating the unusual activity in this area. He is wondering if these new people are friends of the Knights of the keep or foes. He decides to wait and see what happens.
Dyne 09-05-05, 10:21 PM	Stormhand was killed by Arcanus when he entered the halls and challenged Arcanus to a duel. Currently Jacob, the new king of Bristol, is here at the halls for negotiations. Grindelwald came to the keep and is starting a big war against the knights. Soldiers of the Stormhand federation are currently outside the Keep preparing to siege it if Arcanus refuses to turn over the keep to them. Zik is outside the main doors to the throne room and is attempting to knock out the guards who were escorting him away. Unfortunately, you have no way of knowing this. Also... again with the randomly teleporting into a heavily defended keep in war times? Grindelwald isn't starting anything. He came here to back up Jacob, since he came unarmed, and the Knights were being obviously hostile toward him. And you haven't given any reason for why people can't teleport, so they should be able to, no matter how well-defended the keep is. Would evil people mind not showing up until Orcy actually finishes the stats on the knights and the keep and catches up to the ever growing list of things he needs to reply to? We're just as unprepared as you. Everyone's moving in several directions at once and I'm just trying to get them more organized. Could we just call a truce? How 'bout if you let us all leave peacefully, we'll just go. We can get Stormhand's things later. And I was trying to get back to the Initiation Quest before Jacob came in here without any way of defending himself, and naturally I didn't want the second king killed so soon after the first. Can we all just peacefully go back to our guilds until we're better prepared for anything like this? Or would you rather deal with the chaos that is unfolding?
Wilds 09-05-05, 10:25 PM	Peace would be better than war at this point in time.
Arshes 09-05-05, 10:27 PM	and you wouldn't want the head of the royal guard to have to make you go peacefully, would you? Lane speed as fast as his elven legs could carry him. I heard Arcanus was having trouble. Open the door please, so I can aid him if he needs it.
Orcy The Green Wonder 09-05-05, 10:27 PM	Grindelwald isn't starting anything. He came here to back up Jacob, since he came unarmed, and the Knights were being obviously hostile toward him. And you haven't given any reason for why people can't teleport, so they should be able to, no matter how well-defended the keep is. We're just as unprepared as you. Everyone's moving in several directions at once and I'm just trying to get them more organized. Could we just call a truce? How 'bout if you let us all leave peacefully, we'll just go. We can get Stormhand's things later. And I was trying to get back to the Initiation Quest before Jacob came in here without any way of defending himself, and naturally I didn't want the second king killed so soon after the first. Can we all just peacefully go back to our guilds until we're better prepared for anything like this? Or would you rather deal with the chaos that is unfolding? It's too late now. Orcy would love to just call a truce and end it now. Unfortunately, you have a character here instigating war. The Knights were making no hostile motions toward Jacob and had no intention of attacking him what-so-ever. Your character, or cohort, Orcy can't figure out who is who, was spying on the Knights. Refusing to explain yourselves, then bringing an army to bear against the Knights, there isn't much of a chance to peaceful negotiation anymore. Everything was going fine until Grindelwald showed up. The threats really don't help much either. So, there isn't much of a chance to end this peacefully. Make that no chance Orcy having just remembered the note of "surrender or die" delivered to the knights outside.
Arshes 09-05-05, 10:36 PM	Does that mean I am allowed to kick grim's rear? :D Time for some fun. But first, bed.
Dyne 09-05-05, 10:38 PM	Removed.
Arshes 09-05-05, 10:44 PM	Actually Dyne, it's just not Arcanus who doesn't trust the SF as far as he can throw them. There's a leader of a guild that you thought were your allies that doesn't trust the SF........
Zombomaniac 09-05-05, 10:47 PM	Ok guys I like war as much as the next guy, but this is not the time. No one is ready. I am about to make a RP ONLY post that will clear this up, letting everyone go their seperate ways, all peaceful like, and get ready for the future. Before I make this post I want to clear it with everyone so that I dont make things worse. The jest of the post is: 1.Jacob gets pis*ed 2.Hits Grindelwald in the face 3.Hits the spheres out of Arcanus and Divinus's hands 4. then makes a little speech about peace, not being told, let alone approve, of the attack on the Keep 5. and then leaving saying he will come back at a later date when everyone is calm and try to take care of the peace talks then. Just to remind you this is a RP ONLY post. If we put rules into it it wont work. It is made not to cause war, but stop it and it is not an attack, threat, insult, or etc toward anyone. I would like to have a few people give me the ok with posting before I post it. If everyone says no I will post something else less dangerus and we will likely have a war where one of us will be destroied mabye even both. If everyone says yes we should be able to end this peacefully and it become nothing, but a fading memory. So Post it or not?
Orcy The Green Wonder 09-05-05, 10:48 PM	Instigating war my ass. It's not my fault you get a stick up your ass every time someone teleports inside your keep, just because they can and you haven't figured out a way to stop it. And when has Arcanus been peaceful? Ever since the ball, he's been the worst of the bunch who honest to god believes the Stormhand Federation is the 3rd Reich, marching off to conquer the world and slaughter and torture everybody, no matter what I've said to the contrary. There has never been a "surrender or die" message, there was a "surrender or be attacked" message because you were trying to hold Grindelwald and Jacob capture for no reason. And in case it comes up, their appearance wasn't metagaming, if you check the Stormhand Federation we were scrying on the throne room, making sure everything went okay. And all the rest is too ****ing complicated for me to even TRY to explain anymore, but no one even scratched the ****ing surface because they were too ****ing stupid to pick up on my shitload of hints. I'm ****ing done with this. This ****ing forum is doomed to cave in on itself. I have better ways of spending my time than stressing out over this ********. Well, Orcy is sorry you feel that way. Orcy has been playing a character. The teleporting only bothers him because it is so overused and is done assuming everyone knows exactly what is happening in the hall at all times (Orcy is not talking about while you are scrying, he knows about that). If you wish to overreact so greatly about a game, then so be it. Orcy won't stop you from leaving. He has noticed an increaseing hostility from you toward him, and isn't quite sure what from. You must remember, Orcy is stressed as well. He has been trying to set up this keep and it is either under attack or being spied on by someone. That has been building up slowly. Not that he doesn't enjoy the RP, but he can't seem to set up the keep with all the activity. The reason Arcanus doesn't trust the SF is because they have declared war on the royal guard, as well as threatened quite a few times to decleare war on Ghashmal Keep. Hinting at it or coming right out and saying it to others. He has also been attacked by the King of said group, without any real explination. So he has a very good reason not to trust the SF. Edit: Orcy would leave out the swatting things from Arcanus' and Divinus' hands. Thats a bit hostile to be doing when trying to settle things between angry peoples...
thasis 09-05-05, 10:55 PM	All I'm going to say is, I hope this works out well. I have enjoyed both of your companys (in and out of game) very much and I realy don't want people to leave this over a stupid in-game battle with tons of misunderstandings and out-of-game hostility in it.
Zombomaniac 09-05-05, 10:58 PM	Love of God people calm down. Eveyone is getting to caust up in this. Before I say anything more i have to point this out and the last time. The Sormhand Federation is NOT evil! It is a Neutral orginzation that welcomes those of all alingment, much like the CoA. It's dream is not one of evil, but simply wanting to make thing better. One banner and such. Despite popular belief the SF, which is run by a Good aligned PC (God olny knows why this wasn't bring enough of a hint we aren't evil), is not evil. It was made as a guild to get thing moving. A guild to help people. @ Orcy If not swatting then what? @ Dyne Dyne leaving will not solve this. We need to all (that includes everyone else) to just calm down. Deep breaths and all. @everyone We need to learn from this everyone has made errors here today. Orcy you might want to remeber that Jacob is higher ranked than Grindelwald. Ask him next time. Everyone pulling out spheres, calling in armies, sleeping gaurds, and insulting gaurds wont keep thing running smoothly. We need to remember that this is a game. Hopefully I wont have to play this role of calming everyone down again.
Orcy The Green Wonder 09-05-05, 11:14 PM	Love of God people calm down. Eveyone is getting to caust up in this. Before I say anything more i have to point this out and the last time. The Sormhand Federation is NOT evil! It is a Neutral orginzation that welcomes those of all alingment, much like the CoA. It's dream is not one of evil, but simply wanting to make thing better. One banner and such. Despite popular belief the SF, which is run by a Good aligned PC (God olny knows why this wasn't bring enough of a hint we aren't evil), is not evil. It was made as a guild to get thing moving. A guild to help people. @ Orcy If not swatting then what? @ Dyne Dyne leaving will not solve this. We need to all (that includes everyone else) to just calm down. Deep breaths and all. @everyone We need to learn from this everyone has made errors here today. Orcy you might want to remeber that Jacob is higher ranked than Grindelwald. Ask him next time. Everyone pulling out spheres, calling in armies, sleeping gaurds, and insulting gaurds wont keep thing running smoothly. We need to remember that this is a game. Hopefully I wont have to play this role of calming everyone down again. Orcy would just say don't swat at Arcanus or Divinus. If you were to strike Grindewald, Arcanus and Divinus would likely be more open to hearing what you have to say. After all... Grindewald instigated this in Arcanus' view. He (or his cohort) spied on the guild and Arcanus recognized this. Instead of telling him why he bears a resemblance to the man he was stubborn and refused to say anything... but Orcy supposes explaining it won't help at this point. Orcy has been hoping that Jacob would say something this entire time, but so far you have remained silent. Speaking now when things have begun to blow up. However, Orcy will still need to respond to the actions that have been taken so far outside of the room.
Sssargoth 09-05-05, 11:16 PM	It is a Neutral orginzation that welcomes those of all alingment, much like the CoA. And the Psioics foundation, well, sorta. We accept any alignment, its lead by a red scaly, and we want to sit at the head of the big kids table for as long as possible. :D @ Orcy If not swatting then what? ranting, raveing, and smacking your underling upside the head should be enough.
Wilds 09-05-05, 11:42 PM	Getting this back on a coherent path would be useful to all sides
Orcy The Green Wonder 09-06-05, 02:41 AM	Alright, keeping in character... Orcy will begin to respond. The knights in the hall bring their blades toward Zik as he casts his spell. All three of them swinging their swords at the same time, only one managing to peirce the mage's flesh. The knight's longsword cutting into the man as he casts his spell. The damage is 11. You need to make a concentration check to keep your spell. If you make that, one knight fails the save and falls to sleep. Outside the keep, the knights blocking the path take up combat stances. Their eyes locked on Thasis the evil, intent on preventing him from passing their ranks. They bring their blades back, ready to strike should he continue his attempts. Further down the path, the Knight looks the man in rags over and shakes his head. He looks back toward the other knights and their dealings with Thasis the evil. He clears his throat as he turns again to the messanger. "Tell your leaders that we will not stand down, and we will never surrender the keep. If they wish to come to their deaths, then let them. We will not give in to them because their claim to be powerful. We are not afraid of these men, and we will defend this keep should they begin any march toward it's walls. Inform them of this." Arcanus glances toward Incarin and his friend as they finally show themselves. He smirks slightly before looking back toward Grindewald and Jacob. "I was wondering when you would be ready to show yourselves to the rest of those here. I was going to question you about your hiding later, but I assume now that you are one of the members of the Stormhand federation. This is your last chance to explain why a man who appears much as you do was seen in my keep after revealing that he was spying Grindewald was it? I would suggest speaking up and telling me what you know. I am sure your King does not condone your actions. He is not as bloodthirsty and decietful as you seem to be." If Orcy missed someone along there, he appoligizes. The guards are done, now the Keep needs work. Orcy would say Jacob should act soon to prevent anything further. Orcy will not be responding until Jacob has had his say, and would urge the rest of you to wait on any hostile actions. Roleplay of course is fine. But lets try not to dig any deeper a hole.
Arshes 09-06-05, 06:34 AM	Love of God people calm down. Eveyone is getting to caust up in this. Before I say anything more i have to point this out and the last time. The Sormhand Federation is NOT evil! It is a Neutral orginzation that welcomes those of all alingment, much like the CoA. It's dream is not one of evil, but simply wanting to make thing better. One banner and such. Despite popular belief the SF, which is run by a Good aligned PC (God olny knows why this wasn't bring enough of a hint we aren't evil), is not evil. It was made as a guild to get thing moving. A guild to help people. @ Orcy If not swatting then what? @ Dyne Dyne leaving will not solve this. We need to all (that includes everyone else) to just calm down. Deep breaths and all. @everyone We need to learn from this everyone has made errors here today. Orcy you might want to remeber that Jacob is higher ranked than Grindelwald. Ask him next time. Everyone pulling out spheres, calling in armies, sleeping gaurds, and insulting gaurds wont keep thing running smoothly. We need to remember that this is a game. Hopefully I wont have to play this role of calming everyone down again. well, one thing that might be a deciding factor is your war on the royal guard. Despite being run by someone who is LN, it's a good aligned faction.
Wilds 09-06-05, 08:08 AM	"Spying? ha, I was sent to guard our King incase you got any ideas. So you did know I was there good job, it wont do you much good though."
Orcy The Green Wonder 09-06-05, 10:52 AM	"Spying? ha, I was sent to guard our King incase you got any ideas. So you did know I was there good job, it wont do you much good though." Arcanus sighs, obviously fed up with all the members of the Stormhand Federation and their constant threats, hidden or otherwise. He glances back toward Incarin, his eyes narrowing. "I did not say you were spying, perhaps you should have your ears checked. I said you were hiding. I was speaking to our friend in black when I mentioned someone spying, as I saw a man quite similar in appearance to him, with the same speech style, appearing from his hiding place in these very halls. However, he has refused to say a word on the matter. I have, nor have I ever had, any intention of attacking your king. Such is the belief of a paranoid mind, or perhaps one who wishes to instigate war." Orcy knows the stormhand federation isn't evil. He never said they were. Many of their allies however are evil. The federation itself may not be evil but has questionable ethics and ways of going about their plans. They've already declared war on the royal guard, the people who are meant to protect the city of Tyrannor. They have, numerous times, threatened war against Ghashmal keep. These being two of the only 'good' guilds around. So while they may not BE evil, they do have a tendancy to appear it, despite who their current king is.
Wilds 09-06-05, 11:20 AM	"Not as much paranoid as worried, though they can be aruged to be the same feeling. None the less, I did not come here to instigate a war or start a fight, I came to observe my lord and make sure he came to no harm. My friend is with me, he will not attack unless he is attacked." "Hmmmmmm, yes i will not attack anyone, we are here to watch." True, the federation does have questionable ethics at times. I beleive though that it is resonable to assume that the war against the guard was more of a precaution. If you mean to conquer the land, then why would you all potenally hostile forces into your castle or keep? I know the phrase "keep your friends close but your enemys closer." but why let a potenally hostile force be placed inside of your hq? it is similar here, we came into your keep and you do not like the idea potenaly hostile forces being so close. No offence is met, but some things may be deemed more of a defense than war.
thasis 09-06-05, 03:21 PM	It seems as if Dyne is realy gone. Rather unfournete.
Arshes 09-06-05, 04:15 PM	and 90% of its members are evil, or neutral with evil tenedcies. There's alot of facts supporting the idea of the SF being evil in nature, while keeping a demenor of good.
Wilds 09-06-05, 06:46 PM	you want me to attack??? thats what im hearing and yes i like to play characters with either chaotic or evil tendencys cause in the realworld they get killed, but here they can do what they please. but do keep insulting it, im sure that it will provoke the shadow dragon to play with some of the guards. Incarin hasnt done anything evil yet, sheeze, if he was CN then he prolly would have but he hasnt. By the way, the dragons hungry :D
Arshes 09-06-05, 06:50 PM	yeah, and i can get to him before he takes flight. :P
Orcy The Green Wonder 09-06-05, 06:59 PM	*clears his throat* Sorry, but are you telling someone to attack me because of OOC actions Arshes? If you are, Orcy isn't very haaaappppyyy.
Arshes 09-06-05, 07:02 PM	no... Actually, wilds was going to have incarnin's pet attack Lane. And I was ust pointing out that Lanes speed is twice that of any other character in the throne room right now.
premier666 09-06-05, 08:39 PM	Suddenly, a bust of shadow emerges OUTSIDE of the casttle. From it, walks The Black Mage. He watches as things scalate into an open war. Interesting. Maybe I should talk to the counsil about this. Nah, maybe not.
Zombomaniac 09-06-05, 09:28 PM	Ok I am going to make the peace post. Everyone remember that this is a peace post. No wars right now. No one is ready. Jacob, seeing things are going out of control, desides it is time to take action. He had wanted to let these forces solve this themselves, since he is still young he often feels it better to wait and watch till things go to far. Jacob then, boiling with rage at how far things have gone, opens the hand facing Arcanus. From it falls a Centipeid (sp) and he then tightens his grip upon what is in his other hand and speaks divine words of power. The small bug then grows to huge porportions. Arcanus and Divinus tence up prepared for what they feel is to come, but to their utter surprise the creature, from a few words out of Jacob, swings around and takea hold of Grindewald, useing its many legs to pin him. Jacob looks up to where Grindewald is pinned and sees the confused and angered look upon his face. Moving to him he whispers a few words in his ear and Grindewald calm greatly. Jacob then looks to (Wilds (sorry cant remember the names)). "Thank you for coming to protect me, brothers. I will remember this in the future." Jacob then looks to Arcanus and Divinus, who have a confused looks on their faces, wondering what is going to happen. Jacob then bows. "I am sorry for this. I was not told of it, for if I had been I would not have approved. I hope this does not change things between us, fine Sirs. I will take my men away and speak with Grindewald later. I will return when things have settled to continue the peace talks." Jacob then bows again and begins leaving the Keep, motioning for (Wilds) and the Centipeid (sp) to follow. Ok hopfully that will make thing simpler. i changed the design of the post a bit to make it look cooler, but the meaning is the same. Also on the Royal Guards issue, if you look in the SF thread you will see that Jacob is continueing the war out of respect for Stormhand not much anything else really. Plus he does see them as a threat saince they are likely to attack him soon enough no matter what. Also I dont realy want them close anyway. As it has been said theough the SF is not evil we somethings do thing evilly and the RGs would thus attack us since they feel we are evil. So in reality we are just cutting out all the RP hassle and skipping straight to the war (we're saving time :D ). Also for the record even though we do things evilly we wont do anything evil. Basicly we will kill our enemies, but we wont kill the innocent. Some of us (wilds :rolleyes: ) mayy eat a enemies corpse sometimes (dragons gotta eat), but we wont bite off a little kid's just because he throw some garbage at us. We may be mean but we are honorable after all (heck Orcy can be mean sometimes, but we dont get on his case :P ;) ).
Orcy The Green Wonder 09-06-05, 09:45 PM	Arcanus watches them closely as they head out the door. He keeps hold of the sphere in his hand until they are gone, then hands it back to the soldier next to him. He sits back down in his throne and sighs. Shaking his head. "I would pursue them and take the man who was spying on this throne room. But that would not be a wise decision if we intend not to go to war just yet. I suppose I should head out and check on the soldiers." Arcanus walks out of the keep, and looks over the knights. He stands ready as he watches Bristol's army below. Waiting for them to withdraw their forces from Ghashmal Keep's territory. Orcy just wants to note that it is usually seen as "bad form" to say what another person's character does. Even if it is just emotion. Some people don't really like that. Just a friendly tip (Orcy has seen people flip out over things like that, and would like to prevent such).
Wilds 09-06-05, 11:51 PM	Incarin bows and motions for Onyx to follow him. He floats out of the keep. "No food?" "No, not today, go find a deer or some animal that wont anger people. We have had enough of that today." Onyx takes flight into the sky, becoming nothing more than a shadow as he flys away in search of food. Incarin stops and waits for his lord to exit. He will follow his lord once he leaves the keep.
Zombomaniac 09-07-05, 08:22 PM	IC: Seeing that his brothers in arms are following him Jacob moves out of the Keep and orders the Army to return from wince they came. Oh. I'll remeber that Orcy.
premier666 09-11-05, 02:19 PM	Oh, well. It seems the fun is over. With a wave of his hand, BM teleports away. -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Seeming very confused, James "Darkstorm" Raynor also teleports away. I wonder what the hell was that.
Orcy The Green Wonder 09-11-05, 04:47 PM	Arcanus sighs watching the armies of Bristol march away. Once they are out of view he sends out a small group to follow and make sure they leave lands under control of the Knights. Arcanus turns and heads back into the castle, taking a seat on his throne again. He sighs and leans back, looking toward the celing. "I could have probably done without that. But these are stressful times... What will happen next... that is to be seen. But I hope that the new king will listen to reason. I would not have expected this from the Stormhand federation so soon. Usually power corrupts more slowly. The guild of evil would have been my guess as to the main agressors... strange times indeed."
thasis 09-11-05, 06:00 PM	Thasis the Evil apears out of the shadows (Shadow Meld ability) and walks into the room. "I have not come here to harass you, I come merely to warn you. I support the Stormhand Federation and any actions Sargantas or the new king of the Stormhand Federation proceads with. Because of this we might became enemies in the future. All I'm going to say is, watch your back. And my last suggestion is to stay the hell out of the upcomming war between us and the gaurd. It's not for our saftey, It's for yours". With that Thasis disapears back into the shadows. If you want to know I rolled a 24 on my Move Silently (http://krisinchico.brinkster.net/searchroll.asp?username=Thasis%20the%20E vil#160897) check to get past the guards. I also had full concealment :D .
Orcy The Green Wonder 09-18-05, 12:22 PM	Arcanus leans back on his throne, resting his head against the backing. He sighs and rolls his shoulders with a smile. Looking toward Divinus he nods and smiles again. Something obvioulsy on his mind. Divinus sighs and motions for him to continue and say whatever it is he wants to say. "Very well brother. I was simply thinking of how long this 'war' is taking. Do you think the stormhand federation has just given up? It seems to me that they've stopped their agressive actions and have been relatively silent. But no doubt they are plotting something behind the scenes. Maybe even killing me, eh? I doubt they would be above using assassins. After all, even though it was a duel proposed by William... I am sure Jacob does not like me much for the death of his master. Oh well... this is all just guesses and ideas, nothing I can really prove..." Arcanus shrugs and Divinus nods and sighs. He hates when his brother gets that way... it means hes bored. Which usually means that theres going to be trouble. Which usually means they'd have to fight... again. Just when he had been getting used to nothing...
Zombomaniac 09-18-05, 08:46 PM	From the outside of the Keep a voice rings clear and true. "Hail, Sir Knights. I, a diplomate of the Federation, have come just as King Jacob said one would. I have come to contiue negotiations (sp) with you and have been given ample power by the King in this to fill any agreement that need be made. May I enter on peaceful terms?"
Orcy The Green Wonder 09-22-05, 05:51 PM	From the outside of the Keep a voice rings clear and true. "Hail, Sir Knights. I, a diplomate of the Federation, have come just as King Jacob said one would. I have come to contiue negotiations (sp) with you and have been given ample power by the King in this to fill any agreement that need be made. May I enter on peaceful terms?" The knights nod and usher the man in, another pair of knights meeting him inside the keep and escorting him to the throne room. The knights take up positions behind him and Arcanus nods toward the man. He sits up and straightens his armor and clothing in his throne. Placing a hand on the arm of the chair he waves the other toward the man. "You may speak. But know that the actions of your foundation's... representatives has left me in a rather bad mood. Though the things you have spoken of may have been the late Stormhand's wish, they may not be returned. This is not to say that they WILL not. But rather that we are less inclined to give in after the sorry display of your Kingdom's representatives."
Zombomaniac 09-24-05, 12:13 PM	The dipolmate looks up to Arcanus with a genuen smile on his face. "Don't worry, Sir Knight, we know negotiations will not come easily, but let us begin with the three most pressing obsticles (sp). The fight between you and the late Lord Stormhand, his will, and the actions of the wizard who led troops upon your castle. I have solutions to each that you may like. Would you like me to state them, Sir Arcanus or do you have your own ideas?"
Orcy The Green Wonder 09-24-05, 08:32 PM	Arcanus leans back in his chair. Crossing a leg up onto his other as he placed his hands on the arms of the throne. He nods toward the man with a smile. "I will hear what you have to say first. Then, I shall decide wether my own opinons need be heard. Which they likely will. But you may speak first and let me hear what you have to say."
Zombomaniac 09-24-05, 10:51 PM	"The problems are as such. Why Lord Stormhand fought you here so suddenly, the items detailed in his will, and the near attack upon your Keep. The Solutions We offer are as such. The former High priest of the SF had placed mind control upon the late King and set him upon you. The traitor is to be punished accordingly likely leading to his death. A trial shall be held against him so as to keep things honorable, you may attend if you wish. The items of Lord Stormhands, Sword and Armor shall be buried with him so that he will have the stregth to fight Evil in the Afterlife and have the protection of his armor against the unknown evils, you may watch the funeral as you had requested before. The owner of his book and scrolls shall be choosen in a Knockout match in the Arena between a repasentitive from the Knights and the Federation. As Arcanus and Jacob are both closely tied to the original fight and to allow others to fight for the glory of their group neither Arcanus nor Jacob shall be in said fight. The man who lead the attack upon you shall be put to trial as he moved against the Kings wishs (and since Dyne left we need to get rid of him some how). Do these solution satisfy you, Sir Knight?"
Orcy The Green Wonder 09-24-05, 11:22 PM	Arcanus nods and thinks for a moment. Stroking his chin he leans foreward in his seat. Looking the man over he pauses for a moment then speaks. "Now that we have heard your wishes, you shall hear ours. First, I care not WHY your king attacked me in my halls. The fact remains that he did, and there is no way to prove he was under any mind control effects now that he is dead. Second, the sword and armor shall remain here. The Stormhand federation has already proven that they are not trustworthy with the actions of their representatives. There will be no fight for the scrolls and spellbook of stormhand. Those items were not a part of his will, and claiming them is nothing more than greed. Your people have yet to compensate myself and my guard for the attack, and you will not receive everything as you wish. It is obvious you intend to use Ashariana, a gladiator and skilled combatant in this proposed arena match. We fully intend to negotiate for the other items still. But we will NOT give you the magical arsenel of Stormhand just so you may hurl it back at us. Now, I suppose that we know where eachother stand. We may begin these negotiations."
Demonfey 09-25-05, 12:25 AM	Sorry to butt in... The wolf walks through the doors Would it not be a good idea to invite an impartial third party to witness the negotiations? With that, the wolf leaves.
Xen155 09-25-05, 01:21 AM	Xen nods to himself then smiles. "They fear you Arcanus. But you might be mistaken in that we can find out if the late dictator was acting on his own free will, we can always speak with the dead. But it is not my place to interupt your negotiations, forgive me."
Demonfey 09-25-05, 03:01 AM	Xen nods to himself then smiles. "They fear you Arcanus." Hey! Remember whose alliances are not rotting away from their allies suddenly falling silent!
Arshes 09-25-05, 10:40 AM	Gael flew into the chamber, her blonde hair astray from furious flight. Arcanus, sorry to interupt you, but we depseratly need help. Members of the Stormhand Federation and the Guild of Ultimate Evil have begun assulting the royal guard;s headquarters. We need backup. Lane is on his way right now to get our insider to help. Without another word, she flies off as fast as possible to the direction of the council of archmages. Let's see what that does for negotiations.
Zombomaniac 09-25-05, 04:20 PM	After Gael leaves you see the Diplomate grumble under his breath and barely here him say That doesn't help me at all. The man then looks back to Arcanus."As the esteamed Arch-Mage of Law says we can call his soul to speak for this (though i will have to RP it since Dyne left) and on the matter of items you had said you would give us the sword and armor, which are in the will, if we let you be present at the funeral when they are buried. Also on the near attack no physical damage was done so what can we give you other than "He did it without permision and we are sorry."?
Orcy The Green Wonder 09-25-05, 04:35 PM	Arcanus laughs a bit. Shaking his head at the man. Currently, he would rather be fighting these people than negotiating with them. They had been nothing but a pain so far. However, he would rather not start another war at this moment. "True, I did say such a thing. But as you should recall. That was BEFORE your people's soldiers marched on this keep and your people threatened to attack us. It was before your soldiers said that they would lay seige to this keep unless we surrendered it. Now, obviously such actions change things. We know the intentions of the Stormhand Federation are to rule. We know that you intend to attack us eventually. We are not fools. Frankly, I do not wish to give you any of the items from your master. But here we are to speak of just that. So, plead your case and give me reason to return the items from your late king. Do not simply tell me what I said, I know what I've said."
Zombomaniac 09-25-05, 06:09 PM	"Well if my ideas are not what you want then perhaps it is time we switch roles and you tell me what you wish. So far I have spoken and you have rejected. State what you want and we shall go from there."
Orcy The Green Wonder 09-25-05, 11:51 PM	Arcanus raises an eyebrow looking at the man. He glances toward Divinus as if to ask 'is this guy for real?' Then turns back toward the man and gives him a strange look. "You have already forgotten what I have said? I have already told you where we stand on the matter. If you cannot remember what was said a few minutes ago I question the choice to send you as the diplomat. Do I have to repeat myself?"
Zombomaniac 09-26-05, 05:46 PM	The man notices the look and seeming disapointed. "This is not to say that they WILL not. " These were the words you used. You said that you were warry of returning them because of the actions of a former member, who as I said shall be put on trial for his actions. Do not question my intellegence and I shall not question yours. You have said that you are willing to to return them, but do not trust us enuf to return them easily. I have spoken my ideas in solving thing now you must speak yours. Once again all you have done is say I am wrong. If I am wrong give me the right anwsers!"
gabrion 09-28-05, 02:39 AM	A young lad dressed in a green and brown explorers outfit with a large bow strung over his back and a bag at his hip enters the Halls of Ghashmal Keep. The boy looks to be in his mid twenties and the definition of his muscles along with his agile steps tells you he is in extremely good shape. Besides his physique, he is handsome as well, with long black hair tied in a sleek tail behind his head. "My name is Striker and I've heard there might be a place for me here. I've spent most my life in solitude in the mountains, but I heard recently of the war between the guilds and I knew I must come serve. I am normally unconcerned with the politics of the land, but I will not see my home fall to the hands of treacherous and evil villains." Striker looks a bit embarrassed that his voice rose as he spoke more passionately and he makes an active effort to calm himself. "I've heard that the Knights Von Drache are also dedicated to preserving order in the land and fighting evil and perhaps there is room for me here. I can shoot a bow as well as any man and I can swing a weapon too. Before I sign on to anything here though, I'd like to ask you about something if you don't mind. I've heard the Royal Guards are another group that shares my goals, but I know little of them. What can you tell me of that group and is there a reason to fight for the Knights Von Drache instead of the Guards?" He waits patiently for a response. OOC: Striker is talking to the leader of the Knights, but this is just an intro, so don't let it interrupt your ongoing discussion. It doesn't need to happen chronologically as far as posts are concerned.
Orcy The Green Wonder 09-28-05, 12:35 PM	Arcanus stares at the messenger as if he hasn't a brain in his head. He rolls his eyes and shrugs. "Very well... I shall repeat our stance, word for word, as when I said it. Perhaps then it will stick in your head." Arcanus nods and thinks for a moment. Stroking his chin he leans foreward in his seat. Looking the man over he pauses for a moment then speaks. "Now that we have heard your wishes, you shall hear ours. First, I care not WHY your king attacked me in my halls. The fact remains that he did, and there is no way to prove he was under any mind control effects now that he is dead. Second, the sword and armor shall remain here. The Stormhand federation has already proven that they are not trustworthy with the actions of their representatives. There will be no fight for the scrolls and spellbook of stormhand. Those items were not a part of his will, and claiming them is nothing more than greed. Your people have yet to compensate myself and my guard for the attack, and you will not receive everything as you wish. It is obvious you intend to use Ashariana, a gladiator and skilled combatant in this proposed arena match. We fully intend to negotiate for the other items still. But we will NOT give you the magical arsenel of Stormhand just so you may hurl it back at us. Now, I suppose that we know where eachother stand. We may begin these negotiations." "The other items will likely be returned depending on the outcome of these negotiations. As they have gone so far, I have no inclination to give you any of the items that this will claims." Time warp (oooooo eeeee ooooooo) ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Arcanus nods to the yound man called Striker. He listens to his words and nods when he is finished. Thinking for a moment he looks back toward him with a smile. "Well, I suppose a major difference between we knights and the Royal Guard is law. While they enforce only the laws, no matter what they are, we defend the people. We fight for the people and what they wish. Not for what a ruling class or group decides. We fight and do as the people will. To protect them and keep them safe. That is our goal. It would also appear that the Royal Guard is quick to go to war, where we would rather make peaceful attempts before simply declaring war upon another organization or kingdom. I suppose the decision to fight for either group lies now in wether you wish to uphold the laws of the kingdom, or the rights of the people."
gabrion 09-28-05, 02:06 PM	Arcanus nods to the yound man called Striker. He listens to his words and nods when he is finished. Thinking for a moment he looks back toward him with a smile. "Well, I suppose a major difference between we knights and the Royal Guard is law. While they enforce only the laws, no matter what they are, we defend the people. We fight for the people and what they wish. Not for what a ruling class or group decides. We fight and do as the people will. To protect them and keep them safe. That is our goal. It would also appear that the Royal Guard is quick to go to war, where we would rather make peaceful attempts before simply declaring war upon another organization or kingdom. I suppose the decision to fight for either group lies now in wether you wish to uphold the laws of the kingdom, or the rights of the people." "If it is as you say, I think my heart would be better suited to serve in your ranks. I'm no enemy of law, but I would rather dedicate myself to 'the rights of the people' as you put it. Even so, I hope you won't take offense to the notion, but I would like to visit the Guards before I decide where I stand. Do you know where I could find them?" OOC 1: I don't know if you even care, but Striker is wearing a disguise so you can make a spot check if you like. Then again, he is always wearing a disguise... OOC 2: Even though I said chronology doesn't matter, I was hoping asking about the guards would get a response referring to their current state (being attacked). If Orcy would give Striker such an indication I would be happy.
Demonfey 09-28-05, 02:30 PM	You hear something slither down the stairs, and Igor pops his head in (don't worry, its attached to his body) Sorry about the long absence, sir. Shall I show the new member around a bit, and where the royal guard is stationed? New background makes olive hard to read.
gabrion 09-28-05, 03:31 PM	You hear something slither down the stairs, and Igor pops his head in (don't worry, its attached to his body) Sorry about the long absence, sir. Shall I show the new member around a bit, and where the royal guard is stationed? New background makes olive hard to read. "I would indeed appreciate that. The leader of this guild is no doubt a busy man, so if you would be kind enough to show me around a bit, your kindness would not be forgotten." OOC: Demonfey, did you get my PM?
Orcy The Green Wonder 09-28-05, 03:41 PM	Arcanus looks toward Striker and nods. He then looks toward Igor and smiles. "You may show him where the guard resides. However, it is currently under attack, or so Lane claims. I have other matters to attend to, a diplomat from the Stormhand federation has been spotted approaching. Given the distance, I fear it may be over by the time you arrive however. But don't let that stop you if you wish to rush and try to help..." Our guilds are a distance apart. Through mountainous territory. So just suddnly appearing at the royal guard might not be the best of things, considering they're doing things in turns soon. (that and it isn't really fair to Sargatanas and Ashariana for people to suddenly appear) The chornology issues should be settled now, with you arriving before Zombo's diplomat and leaving before he arrives as well. Work?
gabrion 09-28-05, 04:41 PM	Our guilds are a distance apart. Through mountainous territory. So just suddnly appearing at the royal guard might not be the best of things, considering they're doing things in turns soon. (that and it isn't really fair to Sargatanas and Ashariana for people to suddenly appear) I totally agree. My hope is to arrive there some time in the aftermath of the attack. I figure it will be a good way for Striker to decide that becoming a member of the knights is a better option. The chornology issues should be settled now, with you arriving before Zombo's diplomat and leaving before he arrives as well. Work? Yup.
Demonfey 09-28-05, 04:48 PM	@Arcanus: From what I have seen, they haven't spent any time getting ready for an attack, and simply sat on their a**es when they knew that this would happen soon. This is their wake up call, and so they must either survive and learn or fall and have done nothing in all the time they have existed. Either way, they're too far to get to from here, at least in time, so this fight is all them for now, unless they manage to get it into a siege. From what I saw one of the times I wasn't here, though, is that there are only three guardians there, so that is doubtable. That'll work @Striker:If you would follow me? Yes, I got the PM, Gabrion. I've just had classes.
premier666 09-28-05, 05:01 PM	I totally agree. My hope is to arrive there some time in the aftermath of the attack. I figure it will be a good way for Striker to decide that becoming a member of the knights is a better option. I dont think you should bother. we are already doomed anyway... :rolleyes:
Demonfey 09-28-05, 05:14 PM	Eh, why not.
turalisj 09-28-05, 05:51 PM	yeah, the guard is toast. I'm currently building a favored soul of elhonna/master of radiance though. I will have my revenge!!!! :D
Demonfey 09-28-05, 05:53 PM	Then post your save and let them know it.
Ashariana 09-28-05, 05:58 PM	yeah, the guard is toast. I'm currently building a favored soul of elhonna/master of radiance though. I will have my revenge!!!! :D Way to roleplay badly. Taking revenge with another character when your first dies... *shakes her head* Shame on you.
turalisj 09-28-05, 06:17 PM	Then post your save and let them know it. he's dead anyways. 4 negative levels and surrounded by big hulking undead. There's no way he can get out of this alive. All of my most powerfull spells are useless with his negative levels there. And theres no saving throw to get rid of the neg levels. :(
Ashariana 09-28-05, 06:20 PM	he's dead anyways. 4 negative levels and surrounded by big hulking undead. There's no way he can get out of this alive. All of my most powerfull spells are useless with his negative levels there. And theres no saving throw to get rid of the neg levels. :( You still have to make the save... so we can get on with things and end it! But this isn't the place to uhm... be talking about this. You need to make the save on the royal guard thread and we need to let this get back to what it should be.
Demonfey 09-28-05, 06:38 PM	@gabrion: Follow me. Igor turns, and begins slithering down a hallway, the first one on the right. In this hall, I keep the medical wing/graft room, and I also have a room down here. He opens a door on the left. Inside, there is an assortment of medical instruments, a few jars, and a few...things in jars. You're not sure what exactly, and you aren't sure you want to know. There is also a chair with straps, apparently for patients that thrash about. I live right across the hall.
Solmund 09-28-05, 06:46 PM	hum hum hum.... wonder when I should have my character join..... I'll wait until the diplomat is gone. Though, I could be the 3rd party person needed to balance the discusion....
gabrion 09-28-05, 07:17 PM	@gabrion: Follow me. Igor turns, and begins slithering down a hallway, the first one on the right. In this hall, I keep the medical wing/graft room, and I also have a room down here. He opens a door on the left. Inside, there is an assortment of medical instruments, a few jars, and a few...things in jars. You're not sure what exactly, and you aren't sure you want to know. There is also a chair with straps, apparently for patients that thrash about. I live right across the hall. "So tell me Igor, how many knights are garrisoned here at the Stronghold? Does the lord Arcanus command a large force? Are all of the members of this organization expected to be here at all times, or would I have some freedom to travel while working for the knights?" Striker carries on for some time with such questions, obviously trying to get a feel for the stronghold, it's inhabitants, and what it may be like to become a member of the knights.
Demonfey 09-28-05, 07:22 PM	To be honest, I have no real idea about the size of force, except its large. I just finished getting my med room set up, so I haven't had that much time to get to know the force. We aren't expected to be here all the time, though, just when an emergency is happening. Just assume that I'm doing the entire tour thing while we talk about other topics.
gabrion 09-28-05, 08:30 PM	To be honest, I have no real idea about the size of force, except its large. I just finished getting my med room set up, so I haven't had that much time to get to know the force. We aren't expected to be here all the time, though, just when an emergency is happening. "So do you serve as the resident healer/surgeon here Igor?" Striker asks as they continue the tour of the stronghold. He seems curious and yet a bit skeptical about Igors med room.
Demonfey 09-28-05, 08:39 PM	Not quite trusting of the lab, eh? I act as a surgeon for those who want to become stronger than what they are. I am a graft specialist, a fleshwarper. There's a reason that I have a tail, wings, tentacles, and look the way I am. And I never perform any surgery that I wouldn't feel comfortable performing on myself. The straps are just for when someone needs something badly, and is having seizures because they lack it.
gabrion 09-28-05, 08:46 PM	...And I never perform any surgery that I wouldn't feel comfortable performing on myself. The straps are just for when someone needs something badly, and is having seizures because they lack it. LMAO "Well I personally prefer my body the way it is, but there's something to be said for someone with a business motto like yours. Only sell a product you would buy yourself..." Striker looks as though he has never heard of someone doing something like this before, but he seems pretty open-minded about it. After you've shown him around a bit, and he's satisfied with having seen the layout of the stronghold, he turns to you and says, "I'm quite impressed with the place, but as I said before, I'd like to visit the Royal Guards before I decide to join this fine establishment. You mentioned before that you could tell me where they are located?"
Demonfey 09-28-05, 08:50 PM	Sure. I'll bring you to them. From what I heard, they may need a surgeon soon. Just a minute Igor heads back to his room, and then after a couple minutes comes back with what appears to be a doctors bag and a longsword. Alright, I'm ready.
Demonfey 09-28-05, 08:51 PM	LMAO "Well I personally prefer my body the way it is, but there's something to be said for someone with a business motto like yours. Only sell a product you would buy yourself..." Striker looks as though he has never heard of someone doing something like this before, but he seems pretty open-minded about it. After you've shown him around a bit, and he's satisfied with having seen the layout of the stronghold, he turns to you and says, "I'm quite impressed with the place, but as I said before, I'd like to visit the Royal Guards before I decide to join this fine establishment. You mentioned before that you could tell me where they are located?" Not so funny when you're replacing someone's intestines.
gabrion 09-28-05, 09:10 PM	Sure. I'll bring you to them. From what I heard, they may need a surgeon soon. Just a minute Igor heads back to his room, and then after a couple minutes comes back with what appears to be a doctors bag and a longsword. Alright, I'm ready. Seeing the fleshwarper leave and return with his sword, Striker asks "Igor, you said earlier that the Guards were ill-prepared for an attack, but that one was taking place. Do you expect violence if we visit there? Also, ill we be travelling by foot, or do you have another way for us to reach the Guards? I'm in no hury, but if you have duties to attend to here I wouldn't want to keep you from them for too long." OOC: If we are going to travel to the Guards' location via magic, we need to pause until you have more time to look over my character (or get word back from the GMs). I don't want to fight when I get to the Royal Guards, but I want to make sure the character is done so that if someone attacks me I don't have to hide behind "you can't do that, my character isn't done."
Zombomaniac 09-28-05, 09:18 PM	"The other items will likely be returned depending on the outcome of these negotiations. As they have gone so far, I have no inclination to give you any of the items that this will claims." The Diplomate smiles at Arcanus feeling like he has finaly gotten somewhere. "Good, Good. I needed to get you talking about your will. If all I do is talk then I can't do anything as I will never know what you want." The Diplomate looks very pleased that Arcanus is saying more than "No" and he relaxes a great deal as he get confortable with the conversation. "Now that things are open as they are we can move past the items of the sword, armor, spellbook, and scrolls as is is obvius that they must be sacrified for the greater good of Stormhands will. As I have been given full othority over these proceadings know that those items are no longer the property of the SF and none shall come cliaming them as such. We may now move on to the items that were left to named individuals. I have a few ideas running through my head in this matter, but as you are in a talkitive mood now, why don't you start things off so that your best wishes may be cept in mind within these peace agreements, but know that we of the Federation are more than willing to sign treates and make the promises needed to end this on a pleasant note.
Solmund 09-28-05, 09:25 PM	A gray elf walked up to the Keep, a gray cloak covering his face. He held himself with the demeanor of a well trained diplomat and skilled warrior. A long, curved blade was attached to his back, and a pair of daggers shown in the light. I wish to speak with your leader about allieging myself to this noble and honorable order. He asked, a pair of dark tainted glasses covering his eyes and a piece of his shirt covering his mouth. This is my character, Solmund the Liberator. :D Let's hope the knights don't want to test my battle technique, I wouldn't want to embaress them. ;)
Demonfey 09-28-05, 09:31 PM	Seeing the fleshwarper leave and return with his sword, Striker asks "Igor, you said earlier that the Guards were ill-prepared for an attack, but that one was taking place. Do you expect violence if we visit there? Also, ill we be travelling by foot, or do you have another way for us to reach the Guards? I'm in no hury, but if you have duties to attend to here I wouldn't want to keep you from them for too long." OOC: If we are going to travel to the Guards' location via magic, we need to pause until you have more time to look over my character (or get word back from the GMs). I don't want to fight when I get to the Royal Guards, but I want to make sure the character is done so that if someone attacks me I don't have to hide behind "you can't do that, my character isn't done." From what I understand, the attack is being led by GoUE members, and I don't have spells that are good for transport. I prefer spells that can be used in the making of grafts, and simply don't get good range.
gabrion 09-28-05, 10:29 PM	From what I understand, the attack is being led by GoUE members, and I don't have spells that are good for transport. I prefer spells that can be used in the making of grafts, and simply don't get good range. "Well it seems well be travelling overland then. I'm ready if you are."
Demonfey 09-28-05, 10:38 PM	Sure. Can you change forms?
gabrion 09-28-05, 10:44 PM	OOC: Actually, before you ask that you might want to make a spot check. If you see through my disguise, you would probably know I can change shape and you wouldn't need to ask. Then again, with a disguise check of 53 (http://invisiblecastle.com/find.py?id=158647) it probably doesn't matter. "I have some limited ability with transmutation magic, yes. Actually, I have a spell on hand that could help us with our travels if you don't mind turning into a big cloud." If Igor doesn't object, Striker begins a shot chant and suddenly the two of them have transformed into floating gaseous shapes. "We can travel very quickly like this."
Demonfey 09-28-05, 10:57 PM	Total: 18 (http://invisiblecastle.com/find.py?id=158650) (12+4+2)
Demonfey 09-28-05, 10:58 PM	OOC: Actually, before you ask that you might want to make a spot check. If you see through my disguise, you would probably know I can change shape and you wouldn't need to ask. Then again, with a disguise check of 53 (http://invisiblecastle.com/find.py?id=158647) it probably doesn't matter. "I have some limited ability with transmutation magic, yes. Why do you ask?" Take a faster form. Preferrably something that can fly. It'll save us time and them lives.
gabrion 09-28-05, 11:01 PM	OOC: Sorry I was editing my post as you wrote that. Anywho, Striker casts Wind Walk on the two of them, making their fly speed 600 ft. per round. Apologies for confusing that.
Demonfey 09-28-05, 11:02 PM	This'll work. Come on He heads out the door. How long will it last?
gabrion 09-28-05, 11:05 PM	This'll work. Come on He heads out the door. How long will it last? OOC: 20 hours. BTW, since Solmund just showed up, should we bring him along? Also, I don't know about you, but I want to wait until combat is done at the RG before we show up. I don't want to just "pop up" and start shooting things. Heck I don't really want to shoot anything to begin with. That said, since Chonology in Tyrannor is funny, I think it is reasonable to say that our conversation here took place before the attack and the fight will be going on as we fly there.
Demonfey 09-28-05, 11:08 PM	If Solmund wants to join us, then sure.
Solmund 09-28-05, 11:13 PM	sure. I'm almost done with my main character. I'm trying to decide between taking a flaw to get Leadership and raise my own army, or just leave it as is. Where are you two going? Solmund said to the amouphus forms floating by him.
Demonfey 09-28-05, 11:14 PM	To help out the guards. Care to come?
Solmund 09-28-05, 11:21 PM	Eh, why not. The guards here seem to be statues anyways. He said, tempted to test that thoery by kicking one of the guards.
Demonfey 09-28-05, 11:22 PM	Come on, then.
Zombomaniac 09-28-05, 11:39 PM	he said it would take you all 20 hrs to get there. the fight will be done by then.
Demonfey 09-28-05, 11:41 PM	I thought that was the amount of time the spell would last.
Solmund 09-28-05, 11:44 PM	character ready for approval. :D *goes off to hack up some undead* and guess what, my critical hit can affect undead now :P
gabrion 09-28-05, 11:51 PM	he said it would take you all 20 hrs to get there. the fight will be done by then. I thought that was the amount of time the spell would last. Actually Demonfey is right, 20 hours is the duration of the spell. I really don't know how long it will take us to get there but.... I do know that we should not arrive during combat. We can't just drop in on their fight after some of their resources/tactics have been expended and think it's fair. Solmund you are welcome to tag along, but I don't think we will be hacking up undead this time around unless they attack us first.
Solmund 09-28-05, 11:52 PM	okay. could you cast that spell on me aswell?
gabrion 09-28-05, 11:54 PM	okay. could you cast that spell on me aswell? Well since I only have it prepared once, we'll have to say you were talking with us before we decided to leave (which you kinda were) and I cast it on you when I did Igor and myself. If that doesn't work I don't have another way to get there quick (except teleport, but my character doesn't know where this place is).
Ashariana 09-29-05, 12:46 AM	You can attack all the undead you want! Just understand that the undead will be in mass combat formation, which would give them about a x20 or something damage multiplier against you.
gabrion 09-29-05, 12:53 AM	You can attack all the undead you want! Just understand that the undead will be in mass combat formation, which would give them about a x20 or something damage multiplier against you. *Devious grin* Hmmm....but Ashariana is an undead and she's not in mass combat formation...
Demonfey 09-29-05, 12:53 AM	Well, that, and we're a fair distance away. Oh, and Ashariana, since Igor is indiscriminate about who buys grafts as long as he gets paid, care to give one of your minions, or even yourself, a graft?
Ashariana 09-29-05, 12:56 AM	*Devious grin* Hmmm....but Ashariana is an undead and she's not in mass combat formation... Ashariana is living undead and you have to go through a big tin man, an ex royal guard, and an army of undead to get to her.
Demonfey 09-29-05, 01:00 AM	Not to mention avoid her magical abilities, such as having your arms rip themselves off and proceed to beat you to death
Sargatanas 09-29-05, 01:10 AM	Not to mention avoid her magical abilities, such as having your arms rip themselves off and proceed to beat you to death Oh come on shes not that bad... Please help me... she scares me... I'm afraid... so very afraid... *whistles innocently*
Demonfey 09-29-05, 01:14 AM	Better than the Crushing Fist of Spite. That makes a giant fist that beats people into a long red smear on the ground. Very long smear. Oh, while we're on spells from Vile Darkness, has anyone ever wondered what would happen if you cast dancing chains on a kyton's chains? Could you make their chains kill the kyton?
Solmund 09-29-05, 07:02 AM	Better than the Crushing Fist of Spite. That makes a giant fist that beats people into a long red smear on the ground. Very long smear. Oh, while we're on spells from Vile Darkness, has anyone ever wondered what would happen if you cast dancing chains on a kyton's chains? Could you make their chains kill the kyton? lol. Watch it Sargantas, you might end up being targeted next by Ashariana. I'm sure she'd love to have that massive force under her control, pulling strings as the empress of tyrannor with everyone else her puppet.
Orcy The Green Wonder 09-29-05, 10:49 AM	Arcanus nods to the diplomat. Standing, he walks back and forth infront of his throne while he speaks. "The more mundane items that your lord Stormhand kept on his person shall be returned. His clothing, the gold, and his waterskin. The magical items, his boots, bag, amulet, headband, and ring however... will follow different rules. Each individual gifted with more than one of such items may choose one of them. Raynor may choose the boots or the bag. Ashariana may choose the Amulet or the Ring Jacob may choose the bandana or the cloak. This is the way we wish for this... exchange... to occur." Orcy will speak to your character later Solmund, but as he can see you have run off for now, so that shouldn't be a problem. As for the guards, they are not statues, they are more lively than that. This is not a LAW LAW LAW organization remember. The guards are not required to stand perfectly still at all times... unless they ARE statues.. Oh yes, and Sargatanas doesn't have much to fear from Ashariana. Her mindbending abilities would have no effect on him, nor would her grim revenge spell. She would have to hit him damage for damage (and Sargatanas would be the victor Orcy believes).
Demonfey 09-29-05, 10:53 AM	Or just order her cohort and thrall to begin hitting him with pointy bits of metal...Also, she could have some standard attack spells, like fireball.
Zombomaniac 10-02-05, 08:36 PM	Jacob is going to take the headband and leave the rest of the Negotiations to the other people. After getting said headbane jacob and his followers from leadership are going on a self inlightenment trip or some such. It is explained in the Sf in my most resent post. The Diplomate will stay in the Keep for a little while longer incase a good RP oppertunity comes up and if something arises that threatens his life, Arcanus tells him to leave, or some such, even if i dont post him leaving just assume he did since I would post that and even if he is needed after he leaves I can just post him coming back in and doing what is needed.
Abicus Acton 10-02-05, 08:38 PM	I hope I do not interrupt anything here. If I do, or if my message is found to be an irritation, I humbly apologize. A figure on a broomstick flies overhead. He points his staff, and sparks fly out, forming words: Come One, Come All! To the 1st Annual Quidditch World Cup To Take Place on the 5th of October At Conscientia, the Academy of Magic Bring Your Broomsticks! The figure then flies off into the distance.
Orcy The Green Wonder 10-02-05, 08:39 PM	I hope I do not interrupt anything here. If I do, or if my message is found to be an irritation, I humbly apologize. A figure on a broomstick flies overhead. He points his staff, and sparks fly out, forming words: Come One, Come All! To the 1st Annual Quidditch World Cup To Take Place on the 5th of October At Conscientia, the Academy of Magic Bring Your Broomsticks! The figure then flies off into the distance. Orcy has seen this about ten times already... he doesn't think it needs to be everywhere. ;)
Abicus Acton 10-02-05, 08:41 PM	Orcy has seen this about ten times already... he doesn't think it needs to be everywhere. ;) Sorry. I am just trying to make sure everyone sees it. I think I have posted it enough for the vast majority of people to have gotten the message now.
jagggar 10-02-05, 09:35 PM	You can attack all the undead you want! Just understand that the undead will be in mass combat formation, which would give them about a x20 or something damage multiplier against you. Nope, that's only against another unit. Rules for combat between individuals and units have not been completed yet.
Orcy The Green Wonder 10-04-05, 08:03 PM	Nope, that's only against another unit. Rules for combat between individuals and units have not been completed yet. Orcy didn't see this one... let him be the first to say... WHAAAAT!? Orcy thought one of the main points of the multipliers was to make it so that players couldn't just take an entire unit of people down in a single shot. Granted there are now higher hit points for the units, but any group of 100 or so people are going to do a lot more to hurt a player than the other way around...
premier666 10-08-05, 05:02 PM	YO!, orcy, since you were the one whoe helped develop the Mass combat system, Can you tell me how damage is calculated in the case of a fireball hiting the midle of an unit?
jagggar 10-08-05, 06:41 PM	Orcy didn't see this one... let him be the first to say... WHAAAAT!? Orcy thought one of the main points of the multipliers was to make it so that players couldn't just take an entire unit of people down in a single shot. Granted there are now higher hit points for the units, but any group of 100 or so people are going to do a lot more to hurt a player than the other way around... *looks at rules again and smacks forehead on desk. . . repeatedly* Still, the unit won't be doing x20 damage. I evidentally already had a chart for this. A unit's damage against a character maxes out at x5. And before I was smart enough to look, I was thinking of making it x however many people surround you. (A lone medium character would have x8 damage) Then I also thought about having each person around you get an attack roll. While not Orcy, the damage is either (Area Hit x Member HP) or (Damage x Area Hit), whichever is lower. Thinking about having Darby visit, when would a good time for that be? And what does the timeline look like with the whole shuffling stuff around the negotiations?
Zombomaniac 10-08-05, 06:55 PM	The negotiations are basicly done. Since I got grounded and decided to bech Jacob. He and all his followers basicly went on a selfinlightenment trip or some such thing. The Negotiator is still here for now so you can talk to him is you want, but it is all pretty much done.
Orcy The Green Wonder 10-08-05, 06:56 PM	Well, Orcy originally made the combat rules, but they've changed a whole lot since them. When Orcy did them, he had spells do their normal or double damage to a unit. But he really has no idea what the current rules on mass combat are have, so Orcy would guess you should listen to Jagggar. Also, yes, negotiations are done. You can show up whenever you wish.
jagggar 10-08-05, 08:14 PM	The woman from the arena enters and bows before Arcanus. "I have seen the message you've posted in the villiages, and wonder if I might join to fight by the side of the Knights."
Orcy The Green Wonder 10-08-05, 08:31 PM	The woman from the arena enters and bows before Arcanus. "I have seen the message you've posted in the villiages, and wonder if I might join to fight by the side of the Knights." Arcanus looks toward the woman and smiles. He waves her closer and sits himself up straight. Sending a knight from the room he quickly returns holding a sheet of paper. "First, greetings and welcome to this keep. I am Arcanus, the Lord of Ghashmal. If you are true of heart and will fight tyrants, to defend the people, then you are welcome here. To be accepted however, we require that you sign this contract. But where are my manners. What is thy name? Also, do you require any food or drink, we don't have visitors much since the conflict with the Stormhand federation began... At least any we have treated with the appropriate respect a guest should have."
jagggar 10-08-05, 10:03 PM	She approaches, and had it escaped first glance, Arcanus now sees the tatoo, black as pitch, that solidily covers nearly all the right side of her face. "My name is [Insert Draconic Here]. Darby Wallace Drago, Child of the Dragon." "My journey was not as long as it would be for others," she says, idly tapping her heels together. "I rested well after the battle at the Arena, so I am not in dire need of nourishment. Though I would gladly partake in a meal if you wish."
gabrion 10-09-05, 06:10 PM	As he floated gently over the landscape of Tyranor, soft as a cloud on the rolling winds, Striker's thoughts about what he has just seen ran wildly through his mind. He had walked the earth many years, more that his image would lead people to believe, and still the images of the Royal Guard made his stomach turn. This was always the way evil chose to work...preying on the weak and hiding behind some self-proclaimed righteous goal. He knew better though, he knew that leaving those two leaders, Ashariana and Sargatanas as they called themselves, to freely conquer the land would bring a kind of ruthless tyranny to his countrymen that he could not allow. Another image stood out in his mind as well...the vast army of undead who had been stationed outside the Royal Guard...an army strong enough that no one man could hope to defeat them. Yes, as much as he preferred the solitude of the mountains and the freedom from common concerns, it was time to join forces with those who would also protect this land. His last sliver of hope resided in the Knights Von Drache and their mountain fortress-Gashmal Keep. It would be there that the heroes of the land join their forces and stand up for the freedom of the land. It would be there that Striker (as he had now taken to calling himself) would pledge his allegiance. Hope that it would be enough fought a raging battle in his mind against the despair he had seen in the lifeless eyes of the dead guards...for now hope was holding its ground, but the struggle was just beginning. *Camera zooms in on Striker's face which has one of those really intense and determined looks on it. :ahem: End scene* When Striker finally reached Gashmal Keep, he was tired and ready for sleep, but he forced himself to speak with Arcanus before seeking rest from his journey. Finding the lord of the keep busy with a new arival, he sent an attendent to tell Arcanus that he had returned with news from the Royal Guards. Exhausted, he sat down in an anteroom to wait for an audience. :waits:
Solmund 10-09-05, 06:39 PM	Solmund made his way back to the keep, cursing to himself for his lack of spell knowledge. (say, if anyone would like to give me a random mountain encounter. I'm sure that something would look at a lone elf walking through the mountains and think that'd be an easy fight)
Zombomaniac 10-09-05, 06:42 PM	Solmund made his way back to the keep, cursing to himself for his lack of spell knowledge. (say, if anyone would like to give me a random mountain encounter. I'm sure that something would look at a lone elf walking through the mountains and think that'd be an easy fight) If the DMs here are like the DM I had a couple weeks ago it will be a easy fight (I had to make three PCs durring that game, they just kept dieing and dieing (shakes in place as he remembers it))
gabrion 10-09-05, 06:57 PM	Solmund made his way back to the keep, cursing to himself for his lack of spell knowledge. (say, if anyone would like to give me a random mountain encounter. I'm sure that something would look at a lone elf walking through the mountains and think that'd be an easy fight) Just to let you know Solmund, the Wind Walk spell we all used to get to the Royal Guards is still active and you can use it to get back (even when you take solid form you can turn back into gas as long as the spell is still active). So you could have travelled back with me. If you want, Striker and Solmund could discuss "testing their abilities" on the way back. I wouldn't mind a little friendly competition now that my character is back on the approved list. If Orcy would be ok with us doing a knock-out match at the arena, I would be fine with that.
Demonfey 10-09-05, 07:07 PM	A couple hours later, a sandy colored dragon glides in, changing back into Igor on the descent with his bizarre wings outstretched. Solmund, if you had waited for me to finish my business, you could have hitched a ride.
Solmund 10-09-05, 07:21 PM	Just to let you know Solmund, the Wind Walk spell we all used to get to the Royal Guards is still active and you can use it to get back (even when you take solid form you can turn back into gas as long as the spell is still active). So you could have travelled back with me. If you want, Striker and Solmund could discuss "testing their abilities" on the way back. I wouldn't mind a little friendly competition now that my character is back on the approved list. If Orcy would be ok with us doing a knock-out match at the arena, I would be fine with that. sounds good. And you know, all you'd have to do is go up at the right angle until you're above the keep (or the royal guard h.q) and let yourself fall. But anyway, how about the standard arena? and to make it more interesting, a cr 10 monster appears from one of the corners every 1d4 rounds. you get xp for each monster you defeat, even if you lose the initial match. :D
Zombomaniac 10-09-05, 07:25 PM	But anyway, how about the standard arena? and to make it more interesting, a cr 10 monster appears from one of the corners every 1d4 rounds. you get xp for each monster you defeat, even if you lose the initial match. :D You'll have to clear it with Orcy, but I would like to see it. You wouldn't know when they appear since Orcy would keep the 1d4 results to himself.
Solmund 10-09-05, 07:33 PM	fine with me. and he can do the random monster too. the battle idea is basically and endurance match, but with the two against each other. the one who plays thier cards right will come out the victor in the end. Anyways, beter warm up and get started to fight. :D *heads off to the guest quarters to sharpen his blade*
gabrion 10-09-05, 07:34 PM	But anyway, how about the standard arena? and to make it more interesting, a cr 10 monster appears from one of the corners every 1d4 rounds. you get xp for each monster you defeat, even if you lose the initial match. :D I'm fine with that, but as Zombo says, we'll have to clear it with Orcy. I don't know if that will be allowed since it seems like an easy way from people to gain XP, but we can see what the green wonder has to say on the topic. Either way I'm down with having a battle in the standard arena. I want to wait for Ocry to respond on this thread first though, since my character wants to deliver a report to Arcanus on what happened at the Royal Guards.
Solmund 10-09-05, 07:45 PM	Solmund turned to Igor. Do you know how to make elemental grafts? I've heard of wood elves grafting tree seeds into thier eyes to improve thier sight. see the link: http://wizards.com/default.asp?x=dnd/iw/20051006b&page=3 The one I'm talkign about is the last one. Though, the arm of the ancestor also sounds good.
Demonfey 10-09-05, 07:49 PM	No such thing, as of yet. They have to be APPROVED MATERIAL to be made. Orcy has to get his approved, and you have to get this approved before you can use it.
Abicus Acton 10-09-05, 08:03 PM	No such thing, as of yet. They have to be APPROVED MATERIAL to be made. Orcy has to get his approved, and you have to get this approved before you can use it. Even official D&D material has to be approved? Because there are some things in a few sourcebooks I was considering using.
Demonfey 10-09-05, 08:06 PM	Sourcebooks are okay. As far as I know, elemental grafts aren't actual material. Also, that link is to the corrupt avenger.
Abicus Acton 10-09-05, 08:10 PM	Sourcebooks are okay. As far as I know, elemental grafts aren't actual material. Also, that link is to the corrupt avenger. The elemental grafts are from Magic of Eberron. I don't know why it goes to the Corrupt Avenger, but if you look at the Previews of October (which includes the Corrupt Avenger), there is also an excerpt from Magic of Eberron. I don't know why, but links to the Previews never seem to work properly, always taking you to the wrong excerpt. <<Edit:>> This is the URL to the Elemental Grafts (hope this works): http://www.wizards.com/default.asp?x=dnd/iw/20051006b&page=2 (Copy and paste it into your browser's address bar. For some reason, if you click on it, it still takes you to the Corrupt Avenger)
Demonfey 10-09-05, 08:13 PM	Still wrong.
Solmund 10-09-05, 08:15 PM	they all lead to the corrupt avenger. edit: can someone give me some info on the awakened animal template? I need the info for my oriental campaign.
Abicus Acton 10-09-05, 08:17 PM	Still wrong. If you copy and paste it into your browser, it should take you to the right page. The site is a piece of crap, it's the right url, the site just doesn't even take you to it, it takes you somewhere else entirely. If you can't get it to work, go here: http://www.wizards.com/default.asp?x=dnd/iw/20051006a&o= It's the October Previews page. If you scroll down to the Magic of Eberron entry, you can click on the link to the grafts.
Demonfey 10-09-05, 08:24 PM	I see it now. It is allowable. Wait, so...they actually exist? I had only heard rumors...
Abicus Acton 10-09-05, 08:28 PM	they all lead to the corrupt avenger. edit: can someone give me some info on the awakened animal template? I need the info for my oriental campaign. I don't know of any template, but Awaken is a 5th-level Druid spell in the PHB that "awakens" a tree or animal to humanlike sentience.
Solmund 10-09-05, 08:30 PM	I'm looking for the template from savage species.
Demonfey 10-09-05, 08:34 PM	There isn't one, since it's a spell that allows animals to be characters. You have to figure out the animal's standard ECL, which will include that.
Solmund 10-09-05, 08:59 PM	ok. what would be the LA?
Demonfey 10-09-05, 09:01 PM	Don't know. If you want something reliable, go with anthropomorphic animals.
gabrion 10-09-05, 09:18 PM	edit: can someone give me some info on the awakened animal template? I need the info for my oriental campaign. heheh...just be a druid and cast the spell on yourself when you wildshape, then wildshape again and cast the spell again, rinse and repeat. Of course I'm sure our ever vigilant GMs will give you a good smack upside the head for such an attempt. :)
Solmund 10-09-05, 09:20 PM	I think it was the anthromorphic template.... I'm not sure... :(
Orcy The Green Wonder 10-10-05, 12:58 AM	Arcanus smiles at Darby and motions for a nearby knight. Handing the paper and a quill pen to the knight he motions over toward Darby. The knight brings the paper over and holds it out toward her with a nod. "Very well, if you do seek any dishes, I am sure the cook can handle the order for you. For now, if you intend to join I must ask you to sign this contract the guard holds. It is an insurance policy against betrayl and spies. Should the signer of the contract betray us or be evil of heart, then they shall be stricken blind, deaf, and mute. Perhaps a bit extreme, but it ensures the saftey of this guild. Evil works in many ways to corrupt and destroy. But I am sure you will be a welcome addition. If you do not mind, I would also ask of your Draconic connections. We knights also have a history entwined with that of dragons." Pausing to receive the message that Stiker bears he nods and turns, waving him into the room. "It seems we have news that must be delivered. I hope you do not mind, but this may indeed be urgent. I would hold no secrets from those who join the Knights, it is not my way to decieve my allies and my own." Also... Gabrion, Demonfey, and Orcy believes Solmund wanted to join? If so they will need to sign the contracts as well to be accepted as members of the knights.
Demonfey 10-10-05, 01:16 AM	I thought I'd joined pre party, but if I have to sign, just give me the paper (I'm pretty sure the enervating arm can double as a pen with ink.)
gabrion 10-10-05, 01:19 AM	Pausing to receive the message that Stiker bears he nods and turns, waving him into the room. "It seems we have news that must be delivered. I hope you do not mind, but this may indeed be urgent. I would hold no secrets from those who join the Knights, it is not my way to decieve my allies and my own." Striker enters the room with a mixed look of exhaustion and some other deeper felt pain on his face. He turns to Arcanus with a bow and says, "If the Knights Von Drache considered the Royal Guard an ally, then they can count their number of friends reduced by one after this day." He speaks with a soft and even tone, but it is clear from the emotion in his voice that he is holding back anger. "An undead army led by one who calls himself Sargatanas launched an attack on the Guards and slaughtered them to the last man. What's worse is that he has defiled their corpses by raising them to walk in the ranks of his foul army. He was also working with a Sorceress by the name of Ashariana, who seemed less corrupt than the undead lord, but was still a part of the slaughter. I know little about either of these figures other than what they told me. Ashariana sought to take over the Royal Guards and control it for herself. When they refused it seems that she had no compution in forcing them through split blood. Sargatanas was much easier to read, as he proclaimed his intent to kill as many people of this land as he can, in order to free them and 'offer them immortality' by raising them as twisted undead perversions of their former bodies I judge them both as Tyrannts and I hope the Knights won't be afriad to stand up to them when they try to enslave tryanor and subjugate her people. I will offer you my vow of service now Arcanus, but know before I do that I have made a personal vow to fight those two. I won't expect my decisions to force anythign upon the Knights, but I ask that I be free to pursue that one goal. What say you?" OOC: Orcy, did you read the proposed match between Solmund and myslef at the Arena? Would it be allowed to have the creatures appear like he said?
Sssargoth 10-10-05, 01:24 AM	The little red dragon comes flying to the keep and lands outside the gates. He talks with the guards there, who appear somewhat confused as to why a dragon didnt just fly into the court yard. "Hi. Is Arcanus home? Can I talk to him, or do I have to wrestle one of you to see him?" He laughs a bit about the wrestling part, and appears to not mean it.
Orcy The Green Wonder 10-10-05, 01:32 AM	Arcanus nods with a sigh. He leans back in his chair and takes on a look of sadness and perhaps regret. He looks back up toward Striker with a nod, his jaw set hard and his eyes narrowed. "Yes... I was aware of the attack on the Royal Guard. I was sure however that they would be able to hold their own at least for a time. I regret not sending my soldiers to assist them, but the Stormhand federation had tied us up in diplomatic negotiations. If I had been there... perhaps I would have been able to assist them." Outside the keep the guards give the dragon a strange look and shrug. Opening the gates behind them, the guards motion him through the door. "Uh... yeah, sure. Go ahead... he has a few guests right now, but I'm sure he can talk to ya in a bit."
Sssargoth 10-10-05, 01:46 AM	Outside the keep the guards give the dragon a strange look and shrug. Opening the gates behind them, the guards motion him through the door. "Uh... yeah, sure. Go ahead... he has a few guests right now, but I'm sure he can talk to ya in a bit." "Oke doke" He goes through the gate, folding his wings close to his body so as not to hit the guards. He makes his way to the throne room. To Arcanus: "Hidey ho, neighbor" To Darby: "Hi Darby. So, did a copper give you your draconic name? Im just wonderin' because I think its terrible." He winks at you so you know he is just kidding. ;)
jagggar 10-10-05, 11:12 AM	Darby signs the contract in Draconic before listening to Striker's tale. "Hi Darby. So, did a copper give you your draconic name? Im just wonderin' because I think its terrible." He winks at you so you know he is just kidding. ;) "A dwarf." She replies, smiling at the young dragon. "I was Free from my old life, and a Stranger to kindness." "My kin had left me for dead when Halthar, Child of the Mother, happened upon me. I awoke in a wagon wrapped in a blanket surrounded by three dwarves, an elf, an orc, and a kobold, all but Halthar returning from a pilgrimage. Had I been armed, I don't doubt that I would not be here today; but it was truly the intention of my kin for me to die since I had been left even without a simple knife. "They took me back to their temple where they helped me recover fully and where Halthar named. I was told that as long as I obeyed their rules I would always have a bed with them. Chiefly I was not to harm children, no matter their origin. I joined the local mercenary guild seeking to gain the power to take revenge upon my brothers, but I kept to the rules of the temple. "After a time, the Children began to ask my help since few find their paths along combat. I agreed to help whenever I was needed. Monitzioni, Father give her justice, Mother give her rest, and I trained together, and she would be whole, here with me this day had she not fallen in battle against the younger of my brothers. "Sparing his life was the hardest thing I've ever done, but it showed me that I could become a Child. I went upon my own pilgrimage and returned a Child of the Dragon. I am here before you today because it is where I've heard the Dragon call me."
Sssargoth 10-10-05, 01:08 PM	"Uh, yeah. That whole explination wasnt really necissary, but now I know your code wont allow you to hurt me." :D
Orcy The Green Wonder 10-10-05, 01:40 PM	Arcanus nods to Darby and the knight with the contract leaves the room. Another is brought in and offered to Striker. Arcanus nods and stretches out on his throne before standing up. "Welcome to the Knights Von Drache Miss Drago. You may choose a room in these halls if you wish to stay here. I am sure you will be able to find what you need. Perhaps we may speak later on the history of these Children you speak of? Now... Striker, I believe you still need to sign the contract that makes you an official knight. I will have a knight fetch a contract if you are not too tired to sign it. Dragon, Sssargoth was it? What is it you wish to speak to me about? It has been a while since we have had your shocking personality in these halls. What can I do for you?"
gabrion 10-10-05, 02:02 PM	Now... Striker, I believe you still need to sign the contract that makes you an official knight. I will have a knight fetch a contract if you are not too tired to sign it. "Of course, I almost forgot. Yes indeed, bring a copy of the contract and I will be glad to sign it. As I said, I'm glad to join the noble cause of the Knights Von Drache, and I only request that they not limit my actions if I chose a conflict with my personal enemies. If that one request is not a problem, then I am at the disposal of Gashmal Keep and I will always put the needs of the Knights Von Drache first in my mind." Assuming Arcanus doesn't object to his one term, Striker takes the contract (presumably another guard showed up with one), and signs a scrawling signature that is impossible to read, but definately does not resemble the name "Striker." He turns back to Arcanus, but before he speaks he waves his hands in a quick fluid motion and chants words of divine magic. "Apologies for the spell, but I had to be sure I am protected against divinations before I carry on. I've signed with my true name, Hasin'ra, to show my fidelity to the Knights. I know your contract will enforce itself no matter what name I write, but I do this as a sign of good faith. You are one of three people who now know my true name, I ask that you speak it to no one, even myself. Now, if you won't find it rude on my part, I've had a long and distressing day and a good night's sleep would lend itself to a better tomorrow." With this he departs, asking a servant on the way out to show him to some simple quarters where he may take up residence at the keep. OOC: I was assuming Arcanus and Striker had this bit of their conversation in private, so I hope that's cool with your characters jagggar and Sssargoth.
Sssargoth 10-10-05, 02:23 PM	Dragon, Sssargoth was it? What is it you wish to speak to me about? It has been a while since we have had your shocking personality in these halls. What can I do for you?" "Aw, please, yer embarrasing me. Well, I was wonderin' since we were neighbors, if you wanted a defensive agreement with my guild. I'm sure I dont need to explain what that is to you."
Orcy The Green Wonder 10-10-05, 04:01 PM	Arcanus nods and looks around the throne room. "To tell you the truth, I am not sure what guild you represent. Was it the psions? If that is so, then yes, we will gladly make a pact with you. To defend eachother should the need arise, and it may with this Lord of the Damned on the loose. War may come sooner than I would wish, but if that is how it must be, that is how it will be."
Demonfey 10-10-05, 04:57 PM	You believe war may come? If so, then you're a little behind on events. War has already come. Now, the only thing we can do is prepare for anything while they restock their armies. If I guess right, it won't be long before Sargatanas gets bored again. In the mean time, I wish to sign the contract but with the acknowledgment that I will not turn away anyone who requests my services on grafting outside of this keep, even Sargatanas.
Solmund 10-10-05, 05:13 PM	I guess even a mismatched patchwork of flesh and metal has to make a living too, right? I'll sign, I have nothin' bettter to do nowadays. He took out a long peacock feather quill from somewhere within his cloak and signed, once in draconic, once in sylvan, once in elven, and finaly once in common. :D the virtues of knowing many languages.
Demonfey 10-10-05, 05:23 PM	No metal. Undead.
jagggar 10-10-05, 05:30 PM	:D the virtues of knowing many languages.Pff. Darby could've signed it five times if she did it that way. :P On the other hand, wouldn't look too good signing in abyssal and infernal, would it? :embarrass And Sssargoth, the entire tale was actually told on Arcanus' request. Sounded like a good time to fit it in.
Orcy The Green Wonder 10-10-05, 05:36 PM	You believe war may come? If so, then you're a little behind on events. War has already come. Now, the only thing we can do is prepare for anything while they restock their armies. If I guess right, it won't be long before Sargatanas gets bored again. In the mean time, I wish to sign the contract but with the acknowledgment that I will not turn away anyone who requests my services on grafting outside of this keep, even Sargatanas. "You don't say? War? Really?" Arcanus seems a bit angered by such talk to him by one who wishes to join the knights. The knights may have a loose structure, but one exists and it is still proper to adress one's superior with respect. "I am well aware of war in the outside lands. I spoke of war HERE, to our halls. War brought to our very door, may come soon. As for your business, I suppose that is a matter for you to deal with. But if you stand with the knights, you may eventually have to combat those who you have sold the grafts to."
Demonfey 10-10-05, 05:41 PM	Combat is no problem. That's nothing personal, and is just sticking with your allies and friends. Denying them services as a member of the merchant's guild, though, would be personal and unprofessional. It was not my place to criticize you. With his enervating arm, he dips a skeletal finger into the ink and signs his name in script under the other two.
premier666 10-10-05, 06:54 PM	At distance, its possible to see a short guy, in blue robes, and wearing a yelow pointy hat at distance.He is talking to himself. _Well, look at that, aparently, Sargatanas display of power drove the good guys into finally gathering some strenght, I wonder if they will be a match for him. He aproaches the keep riding a phantasmagorical horse, with his staff of fire resting on his side. He aproaches the soldiers guarding the gate, and jumps out of the horse, before dispelling it. He adjusts his hat. He thinks: I should hadouken those doors, but what the hell, I got that only once a day. _I wish to speak to Lord Arcanus. Now. (OOC:hadouken: wanna know why I said that? read 8-bit theater. BTW orcy, you should take Drauguril off your list of members. He was dominated during the RG fight. My new character will be introduced to the Knights of Von Drache as soon as that odd situation ends.)
Sssargoth 10-10-05, 06:56 PM	"That right, Im the acting lord of the psions, because big brother has other things to take care of."
turalisj 10-11-05, 10:19 PM	An elf, clad in scale mail that looked to be fashiond from the skin of a red dragon, walked towards the keep. A tiny battle dragon, no more than a few weeks old, sat on his shoulder. On his hip a scimitar was sheathed, a blue gem set into its hilt. Behind him, a battle dragon, around the young age, flew behind him, gliding silently. They seemed to be ingaged in heavy conversation, the language drifting between common, draconic, and celestial, as they approached. It's unfortunate what happend to Zik big brother. I'll miss those treats from him at his castle. That seemed to come from the wyrmling. Yes, but now we must focus on the task at hand. Dark forces have gathered and the days will begin to grow darker. We can only pray to Tamara that they do not grow more unto power. That seemed to be the bigger dragons voice. Hey, guys, cut the chatter. We're here. That was the elf's voice. Excuse me, I am Valshin, son of Zik. I have come seeking membership into these halls of liberators and freedom fighters. In hope of aiding in the war. He said to the guards, removing his helm, showing a seven pointed star tattooed over his left eye.
Demonfey 10-11-05, 10:52 PM	An elf, clad in scale mail that looked to be fashiond from the skin of a red dragon, walked towards the keep. A tiny battle dragon, no more than a few weeks old, sat on his shoulder. On his hip a scimitar was sheathed, a blue gem set into its hilt. Behind him, a battle dragon, around the young age, flew behind him, gliding silently. They seemed to be ingaged in heavy conversation, the language drifting between common, draconic, and celestial, as they approached. It's unfortunate what happend to Zik big brother. I'll miss those treats from him at his castle. That seemed to come from the wyrmling. Yes, but now we must focus on the task at hand. Dark forces have gathered and the days will begin to grow darker. We can only pray to Tamara that they do not grow more unto power. That seemed to be the bigger dragons voice. Hey, guys, cut the chatter. We're here. That was the elf's voice. Excuse me, I am Valshin, son of Zik. I have come seeking membership into these halls of liberators and freedom fighters. In hope of aiding in the war. He said to the guards, removing his helm, showing a seven pointed star tattooed over his left eye. If you want, I can try and get Sargatanas to give us the body. I could make him faster, better, stronger, less...dead. Well, the last one would take some work and the help of a cleric, but you know what I mean.
turalisj 10-11-05, 10:56 PM	No... He came to me last night telling me that if I didn't defeat 'that damnable bastard of an undead' he'd haunt me until I was old and grey. And extending ones life is against the teachings of Tamara. Valshin said, pointing to to the tattoo and the holy symbol around his neck.
Demonfey 10-11-05, 10:59 PM	What do they say about grafting?
turalisj 10-11-05, 11:05 PM	There's nothing stated about that. But I find that rather unsavory. Oh, and I'd like to meet Shalix and his 'big brother' Shazam. Valshin said, pointing to the wyrmling then the bigger battle dragon.
Demonfey 10-11-05, 11:07 PM	Hello, Shazam. Hello, Shalix. Looking down at himself, he looks at the newcomer. I'll just leave, then. As he slithers away, you hear him mutter about people not caring about the art of the flesh, or something like that.
Sssargoth 10-11-05, 11:09 PM	The young red dragon glares at the newcomer, and says in draconic: "Oh yeah. I realy appreciate what your wearing, elf. If we were anywhere else, I would rip off your head and shove it up your ass." :mad:
turalisj 10-11-05, 11:13 PM	Ah, but isn't it said keep your friends close and your enemies closer? This is about as close as you can keep an enemy. Valshin said, the two battle dragons chuckling behind him. :P Did DF just say slithers away?!? :eek: :confused:
Demonfey 10-11-05, 11:15 PM	Replacement tail, means his lower torso is a giant snake tail, long enough to crush a medium sized person if it began constricting around them. In other words, you just talked to Igor. :D
Sssargoth 10-11-05, 11:34 PM	"Just hope our only meetings are in these halls. Arcanus, If you wish to find me and continue our discussion, come to my keep. Its in the south. You cant miss it, its big, its shiny, its fancy." The dragon then leavs the keep, growling at the elf, and flies off to the south.
Demonfey 10-11-05, 11:58 PM	*Slithers back in* Forgot my longsword And then heads back out.
jagggar 10-12-05, 12:08 AM	Arcanus nods to Darby and the knight with the contract leaves the room. Another is brought in and offered to Striker. Arcanus nods and stretches out on his throne before standing up. "Welcome to the Knights Von Drache Miss Drago. You may choose a room in these halls if you wish to stay here. I am sure you will be able to find what you need. Perhaps we may speak later on the history of these Children you speak of?" "I am no scholar, but I would gladly share what has been shared with me." Rather than going to find a room, Darby sticks around for a time because of all the comings and goings. Ah, but isn't it said keep your friends close and your enemies closer? This is about as close as you can keep an enemy. Valshin said, the two battle dragons chuckling behind him. "Perhaps you wouldn't make enemies so quickly if you weren't intent on wearing their scales."
Demonfey 10-12-05, 12:10 AM	Sticking his head back in, Igor talks to the group Who wants a tour?
Zombomaniac 10-12-05, 12:21 AM	Sticking his head back in, Igor talks to the group Who wants a tour? cant make up your mind if you want to leave or stay? :P
Demonfey 10-12-05, 12:23 AM	No. No I can't.
turalisj 10-12-05, 06:35 AM	[COLOR=DarkOliveGreen]"Perhaps you wouldn't make enemies so quickly if you weren't intent on wearing their scales." My armor was made from a dragon I had slain myself. And Sssargoth knows thats just one less rival that he has to worry about.
premier666 10-12-05, 07:25 AM	People. Mage with infinite powers hanging on the door, can anyone open for him?
Von Crown 10-12-05, 07:59 AM	A large figure in heavy black plate mail walks to the gate. Raising one hand, he lands a knock that would have ery probably felled a lesser gate. "All within, hear me! I come as a tactical advisor to all who would oppose Sargatanas!"
Demonfey 10-12-05, 08:46 AM	People. Mage with infinite powers hanging on the door, can anyone open for him? The door is (normally) always open.
jagggar 10-12-05, 01:45 PM	My armor was made from a dragon I had slain myself. And Sssargoth knows thats just one less rival that he has to worry about.Darby shakes her head and finds a knight to assist her in finding a room.
Demonfey 10-12-05, 02:47 PM	Care to join the tour...Darby, right?
Orcy The Green Wonder 10-12-05, 03:18 PM	The guards nod to the black mage and open the doors, allowing him to pass. They keep them open allowing Valshin in as well. The guards look toward the larger man wearing black armor with wary looks, but allow him to pass as well. Though they appear to believe a 'tactical advisor' is not needed. Arcanus sits upon the throne as the others talk amongst themselves, clearing his throat he nods to each of the newcomers. "It appears we have quite a few visitors currently. First, those of you who wish to join, a guard will bring you the paperwork, you can meet with him in the entrance hall. To you others who wish to speak with me on matters, most likely dealing with the current state of events... tell me what it is you wish to speak about. I am aware of the growing power of this undead lord, and I indeed intend to deal with it when the time comes. Currently, there is much however that must be discussed." A guard nods to Darby and motions for her to follow, if she doesn't choose to go on a tour with Igor. Orcy never seems to be online when this thread is active... strange...
turalisj 10-12-05, 04:19 PM	Would my two friends need to sign as well, or would it be assumed that I will be held responsible for thier actions? Valshin said, signing the papers.
Orcy The Green Wonder 10-12-05, 06:25 PM	The Knight shakes his head, taking the paper after Valshin signs it. "No sir, you'll be held responsible for them if they cause trouble."
jagggar 10-12-05, 06:31 PM	Is it possible to get a room and then go on the tour?
Orcy The Green Wonder 10-12-05, 06:36 PM	Should be, which reminds Orcy, he needs to make a map...
Demonfey 10-12-05, 07:21 PM	Actually, the purpose of my tour is really to take care of room claiming and then getting the player to open up a bit more with their characters so the character doesn't seem as two dimensional, since there isn't really a map.
premier666 10-12-05, 08:33 PM	The guards nod to the black mage and open the doors, allowing him to pass. They keep them open allowing Valshin in as well. The guards look toward the larger man wearing black armor with wary looks, but allow him to pass as well. Though they appear to believe a 'tactical advisor' is not needed. Arcanus sits upon the throne as the others talk amongst themselves, clearing his throat he nods to each of the newcomers. "It appears we have quite a few visitors currently. First, those of you who wish to join, a guard will bring you the paperwork, you can meet with him in the entrance hall. To you others who wish to speak with me on matters, most likely dealing with the current state of events... tell me what it is you wish to speak about. I am aware of the growing power of this undead lord, and I indeed intend to deal with it when the time comes. Currently, there is much however that must be discussed." A guard nods to Darby and motions for her to follow, if she doesn't choose to go on a tour with Igor. Orcy never seems to be online when this thread is active... strange... After the gates are open, BM walks slowly towards Arcanus while givinga nod to the others. Hail Arcanus. I want to clarify first that I'm not here on behalf of the Counsil. I'm here to discuss a possible temporary alliance betwheen you and me.
Von Crown 10-12-05, 11:29 PM	The figure steps forwards into the main hall. "Greetings all. I am Grand General Rath. I am here on behalf of my master, Lord Mordred Von Crown. It is perhaps not unknown that Sargatanas has enemies, even within the Guild of Ultimate Evil. My Lord is concerned with the stability of this world, and fears that it will crumble if it cannot put up a unified enough front against the present threat. My master and I cannot, due to a few constraints, take active roles in the battle. However, a disciple of mine under no such compuntions is presently mustering a decent portion of the Dauthaar Militia. We intend to mobilize as soon as we are prepared and an opportunity arises. We believe it would be most beneficial if our forces were to fight side by side. Also, if you could inform us of any knowledge of Sargatanas' past tactics, then we could better decide which sections to mobilize. If you have any qualms about fighting alongside a combined force of living and undead, you should speak up now so that we may seek alliance elsewhere." He steps forward and takes a less serious tone. There. I delivered the message, now, on to planning. I don't know much beyond the fact that as far as i am aware, Sargatanas' forces are entirely undead. That has it's benefits, but it is not at all without drawbacks. How many clerics have you got? I've got several special forces units I'd love to use, but we need to make sure we've got our basics down. You have no idea how much I'd like to bring the Heavy Flame Brigades, or at least some of them. Do you have any nasty surprises waiting for them?"
turalisj 10-12-05, 11:38 PM	I am well adept at battling and defeating undead. And if neccesary, I can summon forth a mighty battle dragon, an ally of my friend here. Valshin said, noding towards Shazam. I am connected spiritually to Tamara and to all good aligned dragons. That is the blessing I recieved once I found out my abilities.
Demonfey 10-12-05, 11:45 PM	My specialty is grafting and altering soldiers to be more powerful. From what I noticed, his armies include what look to be two undead baby fetus...things that were mutilated horribly. And vampires. Then, there is the entirety of the forces in the Tyranor Guard are now his soldiers in addition to what he has.
Orcy The Green Wonder 10-13-05, 12:04 AM	Arcanus clears his throat looking over the new man and the others in the room who seem so willing to grant information. He rests in his seat and leans foreward a bit, looking the man over. "From what I know, your master Mordred is a man of great evil, as well as a member of the Guild of Ultimate evil alongside Sargatanas. He himself has ties to undead, and I see not why he, whom I believe holds sway over his own world, would resist an empire commanded by the dead. What proof do you have that you can be trusted? That you are not simply seeking information for your lord and his guildmate Sargatanas? Without some kind of proof, then I cannot bring myself to give you any of our information on the matters at hand." Edit (whoops, sorry Premier): Arcanus turns his attention toward the Black mage and nods. "What exactly were you thinking of along those lines?"
Demonfey 10-13-05, 12:06 AM	Potential rival for king of undead?
Von Crown 10-13-05, 12:52 AM	"Hah. Yet another who thinks that all undead stand together. Do all living humans get along all the time? Then why do you think undead would? He is far too easily provoked, too reckless,and far too weak to claim himself lord of all undead as he seems to think himself. He has been wearing on my master's nerves for some time now, and this is a good chance to see him eradicated. And also, Mordred does not particularly care if the living or the dead rule. In that respect, he wants to rule what he chooses, but this world is really not particularly high on his list. He is presently busy with... personal matters, and would first like to see them resolved, anyways. But also, overall, there are several other reasons why Mordred opposes Sargatanas. The greatest, however, is that while Mordred will stand for no living creature to harbor unfounded hatred of the undead, he also despises those who indescriminatly hate the living. So it is with all things, such as those of fiendish descent, or of fiends who hunt mortals with neither qualm nor solid reason. For without difference, there can be no action, no change, no purpose. Consider this sometime, perhaps, before next you condemn the dead. Besides this, what truely concrete proof can be given?"
Orcy The Green Wonder 10-13-05, 01:15 AM	"Hah. Yet another who thinks that all undead stand together. Do all living humans get along all the time? Then why do you think undead would? He is far too easily provoked, too reckless,and far too weak to claim himself lord of all undead as he seems to think himself. He has been wearing on my master's nerves for some time now, and this is a good chance to see him eradicated. And also, Mordred does not particularly care if the living or the dead rule. In that respect, he wants to rule what he chooses, but this world is really not particularly high on his list. He is presently busy with... personal matters, and would first like to see them resolved, anyways. But also, overall, there are several other reasons why Mordred opposes Sargatanas. The greatest, however, is that while Mordred will stand for no living creature to harbor unfounded hatred of the undead, he also despises those who indescriminatly hate the living. So it is with all things, such as those of fiendish descent, or of fiends who hunt mortals with neither qualm nor solid reason. For without difference, there can be no action, no change, no purpose. Consider this sometime, perhaps, before next you condemn the dead. Besides this, what truely concrete proof can be given?" "No, I do not hate all undead. The Knights primary wizard is a goblin lich known as Gurgetar. No, what I do not trust is your master's evil. I know him to be a dark soul and a tyrant in his own world, as well as others he has chosen to claim. Of course, this world would never fall to him with my Lord watching over it... But that is not important at this time. I cannot simply trust those from a nation ruled by an evil overlord. If you wish to take battle to Sargatanas and his undead forces, do so. But I cannot share our secrets with you. An alliance for now, I can however make. But I cannot offer you too much, we must protect ourselves just as much as we have a need to destroy the undead lord."
turalisj 10-13-05, 06:31 AM	does this mean we may see the avatar's of orcy and mordred battling it out sometime? :D
Von Crown 10-13-05, 05:24 PM	"I appologize for my rather rash assumptions, perhaps I misunderstood your earlier statement. However, perhaps you should be somewhat less quick to presume you know any great amount about my master. At present I have submitted a request to him for a particular tome you may find intriguing, as it contains quite a wealth of information, if you can read it. It is written in quite few languages, and there are some sections even written in several languages, with it changing constantly throughout. There is a section written in backwards Slaad. If you are interested, I could certainly procure you a copy. Be warned, however, some section resist being read. Unless you are very confident or very stupid, I would advise strongly against reading this. These parts, though, are few and far between, and mostly footnotes at that. The earlier parts, the ones that should interest you most in general, are quite safe. However, I would avoid anything you cannoteasily read, anything you cannot seem to focus on, anything your eyes drift away from naturally, or anything that changes as you read it. When read with proper caution, the tome is a valuable resource on many diverse topics, from slight alterations to existing spell, to advice on giving speeches, and even how to grow a sucsessful vegetable garden on Mechanus. Yes, I'll admit, some of the footnotes can be rather obscure... But on the whole a useful tome." Also, if I'm gonna bring it, I need to know precisely who knows what languages. If you want an overall idea of what this is, think kinda like Leonardo Da Vinci's notes (The actuall inspiration for this, by the way). And yes, there is in fact a bit that will grant you a competence bonus on Profession (Farmer) checks to grow things on Mechanus. One last thing- This is the beginning of one of several new systems I'm working on right now, memorization. It's fairly simple, studying certain things for a certain amount of time and sometimes making an intelligence check give you a small bonus to something which lasts for a certain amount of time. Basically, you have a 'memory pool' that is, at least until I come up with ways to add to it (like feats), equal to your intelligence bonus, minimum 1. You allot these memory points when you memorize something, and then how many you allot determines how long you remember it. There is also a part of it that has to do with what is being memorized. Some things you will remember for, say, one week per alloted point. Some things may last for days, and others may possibly even last years. Of course, long term things like that can be a commitment, as you cannot chose to just up and forget something to regain allocated memory points, so you should be careful. And yes, that is slightly inspired by the essentia things that go with incarnum-related stuff, as it seemed a good way to do it.
turalisj 10-13-05, 05:41 PM	well, I think those with an natural intelligence (not including modifiers from items or level bonuses) would have a photographic memory, that's how I'm playing my drow swashbuckler anyways.
Von Crown 10-13-05, 05:47 PM	Well, one could use that assumption, but really, not all smart people have photographic memories, to put it simply. This is just a little ting I'm whipping up to supplement the fact that you can get bonuses on skill checks by haveing access to an adequate source of books, and to broaden it out to a few other things as well. Anyways... languages?
turalisj 10-13-05, 06:03 PM	draconic, elven, and common at the least. Might invest in a few ranks in speak language.
premier666 10-13-05, 06:04 PM	Arcanus turns his attention toward the Black mage and nods. "What exactly were you thinking of along those lines?" Well, I'm willing to lend my help and my aprentices's to any battle you and your knights get into. I can even guarantee a imediate arrival of a small team of magicians at any unexpected battle. He waits a bit and then continues. Of course, that is for a price. I may need help defeating a certain enemy, and I may need to call onto your help sometime. Unfortunatly, I cant say his name here, or even today, for the sake of my plans. But I assure that it would not be anyone you would not fight anyway. And, also, I may resquest a room in your castle sometime in the future. What say you? He looks at Arcanus sharply waiting for an answer. (Btw, BM's army can be very useful. it has 17 mid-to-high- level mages. thats a lot of fireballs.)
jagggar 10-13-05, 06:59 PM	Got Abyssal, Common, Draconic, Dwarven, and Infernal here.
premier666 10-13-05, 07:03 PM	I'm not on this guild, but I speak common, undercommon, celestial, abyssal, elvish, draconic, dwarven
Von Crown 10-13-05, 07:04 PM	Noted. So I presume you are interested in the book?
premier666 10-13-05, 07:16 PM	Well, I'm Black Mage, Archmage of black magic, do I really need to answer that? :D As soon, as I finish the IG negotiations with Arcanus, I'm going to speak to you more about this book.
Demonfey 10-13-05, 08:22 PM	common, infernal, draconic, ignan, aquan, undercommon
Von Crown 10-13-05, 08:53 PM	Well, as it is you should collectively be able to translate at least half or so... At least SOMEONE knows goblin, right? Because there is actually a somewhat disproportianatly high amount in Goblin in the earlier bits. Kind of a lot in Draconic. Anyways, a lot of the interesting 'crunch' is in draconic or undercommon. Also, Demonfey, I presume that's for Igor, right? It'd help to know your other characters, since I'm pretty sure Crowley will get his hands on a copy, via the HEF. I'm planning on bringing in one for them and one for here, maybe one more somwhere else to round it out.
Master_of_Flames 10-13-05, 08:56 PM	the stormhand federation?
Demonfey 10-13-05, 08:58 PM	Well, as it is you should collectively be able to translate at least half or so... At least SOMEONE knows goblin, right? Because there is actually a somewhat disproportianatly high amount in Goblin in the earlier bits. Kind of a lot in Draconic. Anyways, a lot of the interesting 'crunch' is in draconic or undercommon. Also, Demonfey, I presume that's for Igor, right? It'd help to know your other characters, since I'm pretty sure Crowley will get his hands on a copy, via the HEF. I'm planning on bringing in one for them and one for here, maybe one more somwhere else to round it out. Yes, this is for Igor. My other two characters are Sulkyr (half dragon-fey'ri warlock) and Tetsuo (half elf ninja/ghost faced killer)
Demonfey 10-13-05, 08:59 PM	Is it just me, or has the Stormhand Federation kinda died.
Sargatanas 10-13-05, 09:02 PM	Thats because it currently doesn't have a leader. Ashariana was going to take that position, but has been stuck at the royal guard waiting for sil.
premier666 10-13-05, 09:07 PM	Well, you could show this book at the council of archmages.
Von Crown 10-13-05, 09:36 PM	That would be a good place for a third copy. And Demonfey, could you tell me what the others speak?
Orcy The Green Wonder 10-15-05, 12:54 PM	Arcanus listens to the man and seems a bit confused. He allows him to finish his speaking about the tome and stares at him strangely for a moment before finally speaking. "Yes... thats... very nice. But I don't see what it has to do with.. what was the current discussion about our forces working together. But yes... it sounds like an interesting book, though I am not quite sure what exactly it is supposed to be able to do..." Turning toward the Black Mage, Arcanus listens carefully. He nods a time or two and clears his throat when Black Mage finishes. "I see... well, of course I would welcome an Alliance with an Archmage, I believe they are already one of our allies. I spoke with Xen at the ball here.... anyway. I would welcome an alliance with you and your men. Though I would still request that they not bring themselves directly into the throne room should they come to aid. There are wardings in effect that will be bad for them to say the least. Of course, before you ask for my assistance, I will know what it is you wish me to fight. Perhaps not at this moment, but before I will take battle to this person you will not mention, I will know who it is." Mordred, where exactly is this book coming from? You will need to have some way to obtain it in character if you wish to give it as a gift to an IC guild. The same goes for all of those creatures you tend to create. Since Mordred himself is too high a level, he isn't an appropriate source for such things...
premier666 10-15-05, 01:13 PM	Arcanus listens to the man and seems a bit confused. He allows him to finish his speaking about the tome and stares at him strangely for a moment before finally speaking. "Yes... thats... very nice. But I don't see what it has to do with.. what was the current discussion about our forces working together. But yes... it sounds like an interesting book, though I am not quite sure what exactly it is supposed to be able to do..." Turning toward the Black Mage, Arcanus listens carefully. He nods a time or two and clears his throat when Black Mage finishes. "I see... well, of course I would welcome an Alliance with an Archmage, I believe they are already one of our allies. I spoke with Xen at the ball here.... anyway. I would welcome an alliance with you and your men. Though I would still request that they not bring themselves directly into the throne room should they come to aid. There are wardings in effect that will be bad for them to say the least. Of course, before you ask for my assistance, I will know what it is you wish me to fight. Perhaps not at this moment, but before I will take battle to this person you will not mention, I will know who it is." Mordred, where exactly is this book coming from? You will need to have some way to obtain it in character if you wish to give it as a gift to an IC guild. The same goes for all of those creatures you tend to create. Since Mordred himself is too high a level, he isn't an appropriate source for such things... Black Mage nods and stend his hand Good. We have an agreement then? Assuming Arcanus shakes BM's hand he turns towards Von crown (or his character I'm not sure) Hm... This book you speak of seems interesting. Perhaps you would send a copy to the Council? I'm sure the archmages there would be interested.
turalisj 10-15-05, 02:09 PM	With Tamara's graces, I can understand any written or spoken language. Valshin said. translation: can cast comprehend languages.
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jagggar 10-15-05, 11:06 PM	Yikes. Computers messing up liek that aint' cool. Scratch all that stuff about finding a room and such. Darby joins the group which is preparing to go on the tour.
Von Crown 10-16-05, 12:48 AM	Got on a laptop. It's working fine. Anyways, Orcy, you're right, you unfortunatly won't get any of the cool benefits, but there is still whatver information about Mordred you can read, which is the main point. Also, there are a very limited number of copies, it's not so much giving it as lending it. "The tome should benefit you in what information on Mordred's views you may be able to gean from it. Also, perhaps you should visit Dauthaar sometime. I think you will find the people are not quite as opressed as you think. A visit to Dauthaar could be planned, by the way, for either yourself, your master, or any other you may choose to send. We welcome all visitors though not all politicians are particlarly supportive of that specific policy of Mordreds..."
Demonfey 10-16-05, 01:06 AM	Yikes. Computers messing up liek that aint' cool. Scratch all that stuff about finding a room and such. Darby joins the group which is preparing to go on the tour. Better than what three did to me. Two lost their operating code, and one kept restarting. That was in the six weeks I've been at college. As a side note, I need Orcy's grafts checked out and my tomb mote ECL checked, please. Orcy's artificer has a few of those grafts, and the tomb mote was asked for by another player. Both are in the materials thread. Welcome to the tour, Miss Drago. Since the dragon skinner doesn't like grafts, and I'm covered in them, let's just get started, shall we?
turalisj 10-16-05, 01:29 AM	I prefer chosen of Tamara, since 'dragon skinner' insults my two friends. Though, I could add a third friend if you like. Valshin said, a sarcastic smile on his face.
jagggar 10-16-05, 01:43 AM	"And your armor insults Reds." Darby replies. If Darby dies any time too soon, I should introduce you to Akaryu. You skinned his daddy!
Demonfey 10-16-05, 01:44 AM	Whatever you prefer, although considering what you made your armor out of, my remark is still accurate, no matter how Shazam or Shalix feel about it, Valshin. Consider that before you get picky about your title.
Orcy The Green Wonder 10-16-05, 01:42 PM	Arcanus sighs and nods, waving a hand toward Von Crown's representative. Glancing toward the arguments about nicknames for people who wear dragon scales and glancing down at his own red dragon scale armor. He looks away as if he didn't notice it and clears his throat. "Very well, Bring this book if you believe it will help me to understand your master better. But know if there is any trickery in this, we will strike back. Of course I am not sure of your intentions but I do not believe that will benecessary, it just seems like something I need to make clear. As for 'dragon skinning...' I do not see it as such a great insult. When one combats a dragon it is a great challenge, and an intense battle. Should you come out the victor, it is only proper to honor the dragon's death. Leaving it's corpse to rot is never appropriate... use what you kill if it is appropriate and can be done. If I were a dragon, I would consider being killed and left to rot without any sign of the greatness I once held to be an insult more so than someone wearing my scales to show the challenge they overcame in me." Arcanus speaks Common, Orcish, Celestial, Giant, Infernal, Terran, Draconic, Elven
Demonfey 10-16-05, 02:17 PM	That is a fair point, Arcanus. What isn't a fair point, though, is saying that because it was a specific type, it deserved to die. Trust me when I say that genuses of creatures are pretty much the same on the inside, and all that separates them is outer appearance. At least, its true for everything but aberrations, anyway.
premier666 10-17-05, 11:45 AM	A lone eagle fly in the sky. it seems to be searching for something, withs is cunning eyes prying the land below. "Where is he? he should be arriving anytime now." As if it were answering the eagle's question, the air in front of the keep seemed to rift open, creating a small portal. Twenty one elven came trough. They were all wearing black cloaks, and carrying Longbows. Leading the group, it was a very tall elf, wearing a silver plate mail, and a bright blue cloak. He was carrying a large shield, with the shadow elves emblem once worn by the former knight of von drache, Drauguril. Strapped in his back is a dragon-shaped golden lance. His eyes are gold-colored, and his long hair are bright silver. He is obviously a handsome creature, even by elven standarts. As soon as the eagle see him, it flies with all it's speed towards him. In the moment before the impact, it suddenly assumes the shape of an elven woman, with golden hair and silver eyes. She gives him a hug, before kissing him. "You are late." she says, beaming. "Yeah, I know. The portal makers had some problems with this plane. Anyway, we have business to attend to." They all march towards the keep's gate. "Hail, humans. I wish to speak to your leader, wich I believe is called Arcnus, Arcanos, or something." They all stand still, waiting for an answer.
Orcy The Green Wonder 10-17-05, 01:19 PM	The guards nod to the elf at the front of the group. One of them speaks up as they ask to see Arcanus. "You may enter to see the Lord Arcanus. However, your soldiers must remain here. We cannot simply allow you to enter with a group of warriors following behind you."
premier666 10-17-05, 02:08 PM	The guards nod to the elf at the front of the group. One of them speaks up as they ask to see Arcanus. "You may enter to see the Lord Arcanus. However, your soldiers must remain here. We cannot simply allow you to enter with a group of warriors following behind you." The elf nods. Of course. But If I'm alowed--he says pointing to the elven woman at his side-- she will come with me too. (assuming the guards saying it is ok) Both of them walk to the hall were Arcanus is. Greetings Lord Arcanus. I am Mandos, one of the High Lords of the Moriquendi. And this is Goldmoon. We represent the Night Elf High Council. We have been watching this world for quite some time, and it seemed that the balnce betwheen the forcers of good and evil were pending dangerously towards the side of evil. We send one of our own to help, and to avaliate the situation. Unfotunatly, He was captured by some witch called Asharina, Asherianna, or something. He shakes his head in disbelief. Looking sad, Goldmoon hold his arm . Foolish brother. He should just have watched. Now we came to take him back, and to eliminate completely the forcers of evil in this world. He bows to Arcanus. We have came here to pledge ourselves to your cause, as we believe that the Knights of Von Drache are the last ones wiling to figth the forces of evil in this world. Well, orcy, you can take off drauguril and put Mandos in the meber list. He is a paladin specialized in comand of troops. (BTW, I forgot to say: the shadow elven emblem I talked about is a longbow crossed with an arrow, with the moon behind it. It makes no diference but its always nice to say.)
Demonfey 10-17-05, 03:07 PM	Ashariana.
Von Crown 10-17-05, 05:09 PM	A fairly young priestess comes up to the entrance. As she enters, the hulking figure in black armor turns and kneels. She wheels on him, seeming rather upset. She speaks, but a second voice speaks the same words, undertoning hers. "RATH! Why aren't my forces here yet? I gave the order to mobilize days ago! They should be here by now!" "I'm sorry master, our forces are being delayed due to Inter-reality Commerce Act 27. We need a front here to fund our operations." "Then why haven't you established one, or, better yet, just establish a full Headquarters for the Blackstar Syndicate?" "I was unsure if I was permitted to use those funds, due to the lack of activity." "Well, did it ever occur to you... Nevermind. We'll have this discussion later. For now, I'll do what I came to do. The priestess turns towards the elves. "Ah, it's people like you and Sargatanas that've kept me going all these years. It's all because of people like you... If it weren't for people like you..." The priestess smiles and gives a sigh.
turalisj 10-17-05, 05:37 PM	Valshin started to speak, but Shazam turned around and snapped at the grafter. There is indeed a great deal of diffrence between two dragons on the inside human. Erm, you are human, right? Nevermind. Anyways, we battle dragons have been adapted to the harsh sounds that come with a war. Our skin is harder than most dragons for our age. And gold dragons are very diffrent from black dragons. Black dragons are most adapted for swamps and can close thier nostrols so they can stay underwater for long distances, while gold dragons are adapted for moving in the flames. Do not judge a creature before you know what it is to be one human, if that is the kind of creature that you are. The dragon gave a snort, a small sonic boom echoing through the halls as he did so. Books got taken because I slept in on sunday, so I won't be able to update my character :weep:
premier666 10-17-05, 05:39 PM	A fairly young priestess comes up to the entrance. As she enters, the hulking figure in black armor turns and kneels. She wheels on him, seeming rather upset. She speaks, but a second voice speaks the same words, undertoning hers. "RATH! Why aren't my forces here yet? I gave the order to mobilize days ago! They should be here by now!" "I'm sorry master, our forces are being delayed due to Inter-reality Commerce Act 27. We need a front here to fund our operations." "Then why haven't you established one, or, better yet, just establish a full Headquarters for the Blackstar Syndicate?" "I was unsure if I was permitted to use those funds, due to the lack of activity." "Well, did it ever occur to you... Nevermind. We'll have this discussion later. For now, I'll do what I came to do. The priestess turns towards the elves. "Ah, it's people like you and Sargatanas that've kept me going all these years. It's all because of people like you... If it weren't for people like you..." The priestess smiles and gives a sigh. Mandos looks at the priestess, puzzled. What do you mean?
Demonfey 10-17-05, 05:53 PM	Yes, I am human, and answer this. Are you made of sinews, special polymers that are tendons, bones, blood, in a semi reptilian form built for flight and to be warm blooded? While certain aspects, like the bits that make dragon breath weapons, are different, as well as certain parts of body structure, most of your basic structure is the same. If you were to cut two dragons open, one metallic and one chromatic, then you'd notice many similarities, such as heart placement, basic bone structure, and so on, and many differences, beginning with the outer coloration, and mainly structure of body to be as well adapted for the terrain as possible, but little more. Just like humans and elves, and before you ask again, I am human. Anyway, humans and elves are similar, except for decreased bone size, increased amount of cartilage, and a somewhat altered aging pattern in elves, about ten to thirty times longer than that of a human.
Von Crown 10-17-05, 05:57 PM	"Well, first off, you should know that I am Mordred Von Crown. I am unable to use my body at present due to having misplaced it, so I am presently using the body of a recent convert. And really, I'd rather not discuss this. Just know that there is no 'pure good' or 'ultimate evil', only those who style themeselves that way due to their own definitions or, more often in the case of evil, by those of others. There are but beings, and they exist, and perform actions. There is a high tendency, however, towards repitition, as it seems the 'soul', whatever it may exatly be, in terms of personality, is rather malleable and tends to run through the grooves it has seen etched prior to it's action. It seems rather inescapable, in fact, until realized. You see yourself as 'good' by similarities to those before you. As such, you attempt to act as those before you who were seen as 'good'. Conversley, Sargatanas is seen as undead and therefore is 'evil', and so is influenced by all who call him 'evil', acting as those who, in the past, were opponents to those who were seen as 'good', therefore themselves being 'evil'. Presumably some of these who came before were undead, and so 'evil' has been associated with undead. By these initial ancient declarations, a shallow groove was etched upon the views of the world. And those who thought they could or should have been in either one or the other position and done something better then attempt to repeat these events with a more favorable outcome. And so, as they do things similarly to those before them, the groove of the mind grows ever deeper, until eventually all who are undead are 'evil', and all who oppose them 'good'. But then, if an undead where to oppose another undead, who, then, would be 'evil'? And so it is thought that no undead could oppose another, and so all undead must therefore, of course, work in perfect harmony together. Unlike the living races, of course, making them thought more different, and therefore more feared. And so the cycle repeats itself, forever smoothing over all that would oppose the flow through the grooves in place by rerouting toward safer, more similar paths of thought.
premier666 10-17-05, 06:00 PM	Yes, I am human, and answer this. Are you made of sinews, special polymers that are tendons, bones, blood, in a semi reptilian form built for flight and to be warm blooded? While certain aspects, like the bits that make dragon breath weapons, are different, as well as certain parts of body structure, most of your basic structure is the same. If you were to cut two dragons open, one metallic and one chromatic, then you'd notice many similarities, such as heart placement, basic bone structure, and so on, and many differences, beginning with the outer coloration, and mainly structure of body to be as well adapted for the terrain as possible, but little more. Just like humans and elves, and before you ask again, I am human. Anyway, humans and elves are similar, except for decreased bone size, increased amount of cartilage, and a somewhat altered aging pattern in elves, about ten to thirty times longer than that of a human. Just remembering, Black Mage is also here. Riiiiiigth. In the way you are saying, then there is no diference betwheen us and a Mouse. His brain is on the head, his lungs alow him to breathe, and his legs are made for locomotion.
premier666 10-17-05, 06:13 PM	He look at Von crown with disbelief. Your words mean nothing. Its only worth to those whose heart is not sure of the true path of good. I am a Paladin. I KNOW what evil is, in my heart. I dont need definitions for it. He smiles. You could say I can detect evil, somewhat. (Holy Cra*** von crown, that was a long speach.)
Demonfey 10-17-05, 06:20 PM	Just remembering, Black Mage is also here. Riiiiiigth. In the way you are saying, then there is no diference betwheen us and a Mouse. His brain is on the head, his lungs alow him to breathe, and his legs are made for locomotion. No. There wouldn't be a difference in, say, a mouse and a rat on the inside. I am comparing dragons to dragons, and humanoids to humanoids. Creatures of the same type, such as dragons, humanoids, and most beings whose very nature isn't magical, are the same as each other internally, maybe with a few changes to suit the terrain, but mostly the same.
Orcy The Green Wonder 10-17-05, 06:31 PM	"Well, first off, you should know that I am Mordred Von Crown. I am unable to use my body at present due to having misplaced it, so I am presently using the body of a recent convert. And really, I'd rather not discuss this. Just know that there is no 'pure good' or 'ultimate evil', only those who style themeselves that way due to their own definitions or, more often in the case of evil, by those of others. There are but beings, and they exist, and perform actions. There is a high tendency, however, towards repitition, as it seems the 'soul', whatever it may exatly be, in terms of personality, is rather malleable and tends to run through the grooves it has seen etched prior to it's action. It seems rather inescapable, in fact, until realized. You see yourself as 'good' by similarities to those before you. As such, you attempt to act as those before you who were seen as 'good'. Conversley, Sargatanas is seen as undead and therefore is 'evil', and so is influenced by all who call him 'evil', acting as those who, in the past, were opponents to those who were seen as 'good', therefore themselves being 'evil'. Presumably some of these who came before were undead, and so 'evil' has been associated with undead. By these initial ancient declarations, a shallow groove was etched upon the views of the world. And those who thought they could or should have been in either one or the other position and done something better then attempt to repeat these events with a more favorable outcome. And so, as they do things similarly to those before them, the groove of the mind grows ever deeper, until eventually all who are undead are 'evil', and all who oppose them 'good'. But then, if an undead where to oppose another undead, who, then, would be 'evil'? And so it is thought that no undead could oppose another, and so all undead must therefore, of course, work in perfect harmony together. Unlike the living races, of course, making them thought more different, and therefore more feared. And so the cycle repeats itself, forever smoothing over all that would oppose the flow through the grooves in place by rerouting toward safer, more similar paths of thought. "A good speech if a little long winded. No, not all undead are evil, and I did not say such, so your speech has absolutely no point. Sargatanas is not evil because he is undead, he is evil because he kills people for his own enjoyment. He murders innocents to increase his numbers and grow more powerful. That makes him evil. We could speak about evil at length for many days, but it would get us nowhere. It always seems to be those who are considered evil through their actions that wish to re-define the term. It is not what you are that makes you evil, it is what you DO that defines what you are. Your actions scream out more than any long winded speech ever could. Evil is what it is, it has no definition other than that which is wrong, that which is harmful to people. Actions that are for only ones self, people who will run down any who stand in their way just so they can have their way. Now von crowness, what is your business here?"
Von Crown 10-17-05, 06:32 PM	"In that respect, actually, humanoids do have quite a bit in common with mice. Many of their biological functions are the same, and they are structurally very similar. They seem more different, however, than they would, due to the limited experiences of well over ninty percent of humanoids. This is a case where less information is had than is available. Say you have a box, perfectly cubical, four feet on a side, with holes to let in light. Then say you create a race of small spheres, capable of percieving the world in the same way as you or I, and capable of locomotion and other basic action. You take this race, and you make three types; Red, Blue, and Yellow. You place them inside the box, grouped only with others of their own color. They eventually begin to explore, and find each other. The yellow and the red find each other first while gathering nourishment, and realize that this nourishment cannot support them both. They cannot reach an amiable conclusion, and so declare war on one another. Some time later, the blue creatures discover the red and the yellow fighting. They meet first with the yellow, able to make peaceful contact due to their subsisting on a different form of nourishment. They are held in awe of the yellow, as they have far better capabilities in more visible respects, and so decide that they are 'good' and that the red, therefore, must be 'evil' due to their opposition of what they deem 'good'. However, the red, who the blue have no former contact with, are equal in all ways to the yellow. However, since they oppose the yellow and are therefore 'evil', the red must be treated with fear, for they most certainly mean the blue harm, for they fight the yellow, who are 'good'. Leave the box for five thousand years and return. The yellow and red, preoccupied still with their ongoing hatred of their eternal opponents, have moved into one corner of the box to wage their wars, rarely straying from that corner but doing so occasionally. Meanwhile, some of the blue have turned purple of green, because the yellows and the other blues say that this blue acts as a red and is therefore 'evil' he should be purple. And so, the blue, out of a feeling that so many othe blues must be right, especially when the yellow support them, for yellows are 'good'. And so the blue does begin to act like a red, and becomes slightly plurple. Another blue is praised by the yellows, who say that this blue acts like a yellow. And so the blues agree, because the yellows are 'good'. So the yellow believes them, and starts to act more and more like a yellow until he turns slightly green. Then the green and the purple meet, an oppose each other, because they are on 'good' and the other 'evil'. Leave agin for a few hundred years this time, and return. Now there are blue with red swirls, who are the children of a red and a blue who turned purple because they were called 'evil', and blues with yellow swirls, the children of greens and yellows. The blues and the yellows declare that surely the blue-with-yellow swirls must be a blessing upon the blues, for it brings them closer to the wonderful yellows. They then turn and say that the blue-with-red swirls must be destroyed, as they are a corruption begot by the red, and an affront to all blues who are not 'evil'. For, surely the child of that which is 'good' must also be 'good', and likewise the child of 'evil' must of course be 'evil'. It only makes sence, of course. And now compare a race of spheres of several colors inside a box to yourselves. Enter the box, and see how they react. The spheres, unused to seeing anything not sphereical, will declare you an abomination and shun you. And then, perhaps, you would understand how you are similar to a mouse."
Von Crown 10-17-05, 06:40 PM	"I do not support Sargatanas, merely state that this entire sequence of events proceeds as it doues because of the preset notions. I am not saying Sargatasan is right in what he does, but I am attempting to illustrate that perception alters that which it percieves, and by feedback, is somwhat altered itself." Note: the sphere rant was started before a lot of those posts, when Black Mage saud he thought that Igor thought he was similar to a mouse. I started it to illustrate that he percieves himself as being very different from the mouse, in the same way the yellows percieve themselves different from the reds, and that one is more likely to percieve a difference when it is more obvious than a similarity, such as the reds and yellows warring because they fist notice that they are different colors rather than thinkig that they are similar in internal structure and method of sustenance. I was not saying that you, Arcanus saw all undead as evil, but that evil is generally percieved to be far more concrete than it is, and that perception as evil often tends towards causing actions as evil.
turalisj 10-17-05, 06:41 PM	Yes, I am human, and answer this. Are you made of sinews, special polymers that are tendons, bones, blood, in a semi reptilian form built for flight and to be warm blooded? While certain aspects, like the bits that make dragon breath weapons, are different, as well as certain parts of body structure, most of your basic structure is the same. If you were to cut two dragons open, one metallic and one chromatic, then you'd notice many similarities, such as heart placement, basic bone structure, and so on, and many differences, beginning with the outer coloration, and mainly structure of body to be as well adapted for the terrain as possible, but little more. Just like humans and elves, and before you ask again, I am human. Anyway, humans and elves are similar, except for decreased bone size, increased amount of cartilage, and a somewhat altered aging pattern in elves, about ten to thirty times longer than that of a human. If I had the stats finished for Valshin, I'd have him summon an adult battle dragon to tail slap Igor into the wall. And do you blame him for asking if you are human? To him, you look like a chaos beast.
premier666 10-17-05, 06:43 PM	BM smiles, and look at von crown. geez, you love to hear you own voice dont you? Anyway, that was exactly my point. exept that I used waaay less words. (hia Orcy, mind answering to my post as Mandos upstream? :cool: )
Orcy The Green Wonder 10-17-05, 06:43 PM	"I do not support Sargatanas, merely state that this entire sequence of events proceeds as it doues because of the preset notions. I am not saying Sargatasan is right in what he does, but I am attempting to illustrate that perception alters that which it percieves, and by feedback, is somwhat altered itself." Note: the sphere rant was started before a lot of those posts, when Black Mage saud he thought that Igor thought he was similar to a mouse. I started it to illustrate that he percieves himself as being very different from the mouse, in the same way the yellows percieve themselves different from the reds, and that one is more likely to percieve a difference when it is more obvious than a similarity, such as the reds and yellows warring because they fist notice that they are different colors rather than thinkig that they are similar in internal structure and method of sustenance. "I see no difference in perceptions here. I see nothing altered in feedback. The man kills many people just to power his undead army. Even you yourself, a being who is known as a great evil already oppose him and believe him to be 'wrong' though you will not say evil. It seems almost as if you are trying to justify his actions with a claim of 'he doesn't know better' or 'we made him do it by saying he was evil.' And that is a rediculous idea."
Von Crown 10-17-05, 06:48 PM	"In the short term, it may seem ridiculous. But even think, I believe he thinks he does aid other undead by guiding them. He quite frequently refers to undead as outcasts, which is quite true, in many places. I do not try to justify myself or anyone else to you, but it seems he very probably has suffered great wrongs in the past. That is why I speak of perception altering that which is percieved."
Demonfey 10-17-05, 06:54 PM	Then why should he offer opposition and desire Sargatanas' destruction if that is what he meant, Arcanus?
Orcy The Green Wonder 10-17-05, 06:56 PM	The elf nods. Of course. But If I'm alowed--he says pointing to the elven woman at his side-- she will come with me too. (assuming the guards saying it is ok) Both of them walk to the hall were Arcanus is. Greetings Lord Arcanus. I am Mandos, one of the High Lords of the Moriquendi. And this is Goldmoon. We represent the Night Elf High Council. We have been watching this world for quite some time, and it seemed that the balnce betwheen the forcers of good and evil were pending dangerously towards the side of evil. We send one of our own to help, and to avaliate the situation. Unfotunatly, He was captured by some witch called Asharina, Asherianna, or something. He shakes his head in disbelief. Looking sad, Goldmoon hold his arm . Foolish brother. He should just have watched. Now we came to take him back, and to eliminate completely the forcers of evil in this world. He bows to Arcanus. We have came here to pledge ourselves to your cause, as we believe that the Knights of Von Drache are the last ones wiling to figth the forces of evil in this world. Well, orcy, you can take off drauguril and put Mandos in the meber list. He is a paladin specialized in comand of troops. (BTW, I forgot to say: the shadow elven emblem I talked about is a longbow crossed with an arrow, with the moon behind it. It makes no diference but its always nice to say.) Arcanus smiles and nods to Mandos, bringing forth a Knight with another contract. "We welcome you Mandos was it? We can use help in these dark days. Of course, as the others have been required to do, you too will have to sigh your name in a type of contract. We cannot be too trusting these days." Turning his attention to Von Crown he sighs and rolls his eyes in a rather annoyed way. Setting his eyes upon him he shakes his head. "Even if he has suffered great wrongs, that justifies nothing. Countless others have suffered in these dark days and yet they have not turned to evil and slaugther. I myself have had wrongs done to me in the past, but I have not embraced undeath and lead an army of the dead to strike at eveyrthing I deem to be against me. Speak whatever foolishness you wish, it will not sway me to pity that beast, and I do not call him beast because of what his form is, but rather because of what he is within, and what he does. Now, is there a point to your visit?"
premier666 10-17-05, 07:04 PM	Arcanus smiles and nods to Mandos, bringing forth a Knight with another contract. "We welcome you Mandos was it? We can use help in these dark days. Of course, as the others have been required to do, you too will have to sigh your name in a type of contract. We cannot be too trusting these days." Turning his attention to Von Crown he sighs and rolls his eyes in a rather annoyed way. Setting his eyes upon him he shakes his head. "Even if he has suffered great wrongs, that justifies nothing. Countless others have suffered in these dark days and yet they have not turned to evil and slaugther. I myself have had wrongs done to me in the past, but I have not embraced undeath and lead an army of the dead to strike at eveyrthing I deem to be against me. Speak whatever foolishness you wish, it will not sway me to pity that beast, and I do not call him beast because of what his form is, but rather because of what he is within, and what he does. Now, is there a point to your visit?" Mandos smiles, and take the paper. He signs, so does Goldmoon. Thank you. Now, We know quite a lot about the grashmal keep, thanks to Goldmoon. So, it has come to our atention, that the knights of von dreache are currently with no allies. Maybe we should try to ally some other people. For example, the guild of pure good. On another note, can my elves have some quarters to rest? Interplanar travelling is tiresome.
gabrion 10-17-05, 07:09 PM	Striker returns to Ghashmal Keep a few days after he left to fight in the tournament. He is missing one of his large bows and it has been replaced with a smaller one. He notices that the Keep seems more full than it was when he first arrived, no doubt a good sign for the brave ones who have taken up residence here. Interested in any recent developments, he approaches Arcanas "Apologies for my brief absence. I fought a battle in the arena with Solmund the Liberator and afterward I was detained. It seems that even in this time of chaos, the powers above are taking some interest in what we do and certain actions are not to be commited. Never mind my troubles though, I have come to see how the Keep fairs and whether there has been any news of further activity by the army that took the Royal Guards. Do you have plans of stopping them Arcanas, or do the Knights Von Drache plan to wait until their actions are more proximate to our cause?" OOC: Changes are still being made to Striker, but he's returning on a RP level for now.
Orcy The Green Wonder 10-17-05, 07:14 PM	Mandos smiles, and take the paper. He signs, so does Goldmoon. Thank you. Now, We know quite a lot about the grashmal keep, thanks to Goldmoon. So, it has come to our atention, that the knights of von dreache are currently with no allies. Maybe we should try to ally some other people. For example, the guild of pure good. On another note, can my elves have some quarters to rest? Interplanar travelling is tiresome. Arcanus nods and motions toward a knight. He heads out to fetch the elves as Arcanus smiles and nods. "Your elves may rest in the barracks. One of my knights will show them the way there. I am sure it will be sufficient." Arcanus turns to striker and sighs. He leans back and nods his head sadly. "I would indeed like to stop them. However, their forces far outnumber our own. They bear two armies, the full force of the Stormhand federation with Ashariana as the new leader, their Queen, and of course the undead horde of Sargatanas. Fighting against such a force will be difficult to say the least..."
gabrion 10-17-05, 07:23 PM	Arcanus turns to striker and sighs. He leans back and nods his head sadly. "I would indeed like to stop them. However, their forces far outnumber our own. They bear two armies, the full force of the Stormhand federation with Ashariana as the new leader, their Queen, and of course the undead horde of Sargatanas. Fighting against such a force will be difficult to say the least..." Stiker simply nods in response. "True enough. The combined power they have is larger than the Knights at the moment. Speaking of numbers, I plan to have some arrivals soon, a group of men with whom I used to live and train. If it isn't a problem they will be joining the garrison here. The issue with Sargatanas and Ashariana will have no simple solution, but it is something we should continue to consider. Throwing our forces against him may be futile, but perhaps more covert tactics to strike the heart of their organization would be effective?" OOC: Striker has the leadership feat and his followers will be joining the ranks when I get stats for them. Have we thought about sending one of our own on an "assassination" mission, or even hiring the SBB (though I'm guessing the Knights wouldn't be too into that kinda thing)?
premier666 10-17-05, 07:30 PM	Arcanus nods and motions toward a knight. He heads out to fetch the elves as Arcanus smiles and nods. "Your elves may rest in the barracks. One of my knights will show them the way there. I am sure it will be sufficient." Arcanus turns to striker and sighs. He leans back and nods his head sadly. "I would indeed like to stop them. However, their forces far outnumber our own. They bear two armies, the full force of the Stormhand federation with Ashariana as the new leader, their Queen, and of course the undead horde of Sargatanas. Fighting against such a force will be difficult to say the least..." Thank you. Mandos leave to find his elves, but Goldmoon stays. She listen to Arcanus words to strker, and looks sadly towards him. This saddens me greatly. I have been here in this world for more then a few centuries, and never has evil become so strong then now. Pehaps we should seek more allies to our cause? ________________________________________ ________________________ Black Mage leaves the trhone room, and teleports away, thinking he lingerd to long here.
jagggar 10-17-05, 07:47 PM	You know, if the Knights staked claim on the mountians as the Hard Power center and started feeding people enough so they'd reproduce some, we could pump up the number of soldiers the Knights have access to...
Demonfey 10-17-05, 08:21 PM	Listen to the GM! Listen to the GM!
Arshes 10-17-05, 08:33 PM	I'd be willing to give Arcanus access to the royal guard's two power centers. (yes, the royal guard still exists, the h.q thread will be changed over to the training site) BTW: can you petition to get the IFGW info stickied, such as the player thread and the thread that lists all of the importent stuff?
Sargatanas 10-17-05, 08:42 PM	I'd be willing to give Arcanus access to the royal guard's two power centers. (yes, the royal guard still exists, the h.q thread will be changed over to the training site) BTW: can you petition to get the IFGW info stickied, such as the player thread and the thread that lists all of the importent stuff? Two centers? I took one so I know you can't be counting that ;)
Arshes 10-17-05, 09:20 PM	the hq was located in tyrannor, yes. but there's two training centers, one in the desert, and one in the jungle. the desrt one is run by desert races (desert elves/humans/gnomes/etc, and other desert races) the jungle on is just the same, but with jungle races.
Von Crown 10-17-05, 10:26 PM	You notice the priestess is gone. There is a large tome on the floor, it measures approximatly three feet 'tall' and two and a half feet wide. It is approximatly a foot and a half thick. On the cover is writing in many languages, all you understand read the same way- Of Things that have Come to Pass ABRIGED VERSION
Demonfey 10-17-05, 11:37 PM	Damn is that a big book. I wonder if you could use it as a bludgeoning weapon... A half dragon that you recognize from the party barges in I need to borrow Igor for a bit. Okay?
Orcy The Green Wonder 10-18-05, 01:56 PM	"That... is indeed a large book. Whoever wishes may take a look. Mordred could have just said he was here to drop off the book rather than go into long winded speeches... that I really didn't pay much attention to." Arcanus sighs and straightens himself in his throne, looking around the room and then toward the half dragon as he enters. "If he is needed and wishes to go, then go ahead. He is not required to remain here for any reason currently."
Demonfey 10-20-05, 03:39 PM	Apparently the situation was diffused without needing him to get involved. Sorry for the inconvenience. With that, the pyroclastic half dragon turns, walks out, and takes off, flying towards ominous clouds in the direction of the GoUE.
Orcy The Green Wonder 10-27-05, 02:38 PM	Orcy has finally gotten around to it and finished a map of the first floor of Ghashmal Keep. And here it is! (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v353/BaddieX51/Arena/GhashmalKeep.jpg) Those of you who want rooms here at the Keep, tell Orcy and he'll make a modification to one of the first posts noting who is in what room. Second floor, basement, and outside all still to come.
Demonfey 10-27-05, 03:48 PM	Can I get room 3 for Igor, namely for his medical lab (right next to the combat training area, which is where some accidents can occur)?
gabrion 10-27-05, 04:02 PM	Looks great Orcy! Can Striker have room 5?
Master_of_Flames 10-27-05, 04:26 PM	A black cloaked, masked elf seemingly floats in the air atop a saddle. Before the guards can react, the rider dived off of the sadle live a swimmer diving into the water. Instead of the sickening sound of a body crashing into the side of the keep, the rider disapeared into the keep. I wish to speak with your lord, Arcanus. The masked elf told the guards inside. If you need a tumble check, I'll be glad to post one. And yes, Zerin does wish to ally himself with the knights. And if you're wondering what the creature he was on is, see my other posts with him in there.
Orcy The Green Wonder 10-27-05, 05:48 PM	A black cloaked, masked elf seemingly floats in the air atop a saddle. Before the guards can react, the rider dived off of the sadle live a swimmer diving into the water. Instead of the sickening sound of a body crashing into the side of the keep, the rider disapeared into the keep. I wish to speak with your lord, Arcanus. The masked elf told the guards inside. If you need a tumble check, I'll be glad to post one. And yes, Zerin does wish to ally himself with the knights. And if you're wondering what the creature he was on is, see my other posts with him in there. The knights look at the man strangely and lift their weapons. Watching him carefully one of them begins to speak. "Who are you and what business do you have just barging into these halls?"
premier666 10-27-05, 06:39 PM	May mandos have room 6?
Master_of_Flames 10-27-05, 07:01 PM	The knights look at the man strangely and lift their weapons. Watching him carefully one of them begins to speak. "Who are you and what business do you have just barging into these halls?" My buisness is with Arcanus, not his genin. I have not come here with my blade out and my poisons, so be glad. He said, jumping over the guards and continuing towards the throne room. Jump check: 34 (http://invisiblecastle.com/find.py?id=175180) and he doesn't need to be 20ft away either.
Demonfey 10-27-05, 07:43 PM	Hold it! Igor slithers out Lord Arcanus is currently busy. If you are patient, though, he will be able to see you shortly.
Master_of_Flames 10-27-05, 07:46 PM	Ack! An oni! Zerin yelled, reaching for his mask. can you guess what's under mask one?
jagggar 10-27-05, 07:53 PM	Darby'll take room 4 next to Igor.
Demonfey 10-27-05, 07:54 PM	*Quickly covers eyes with a wing, knowing full well how many types of gaze attacks there are.* Try that on me, and I will be forced to turn my own bodak eye on you. Are we clear on this, sir? Now, put the mask back, and let's try this again. Offers out tentacle My name is Igor. I'm the resident surgeon, and human...well, more or less.
Master_of_Flames 10-27-05, 08:07 PM	I'll take room #2. I am Zerin of the hidden dagger clan. I have come here seeking to ally myself with this keeps lord, though my...other jobs will keep me from signing any contracts that may go against what my other, earlier vows were. He said, not taking the tentacle (you never know where a tentacles been) but bowing instead. I heard from one of my spies that you like to give tours, perhaps you can show me around? Demonfey= tourguide for the guildhouse.
Demonfey 10-27-05, 08:08 PM	As long as you don't accuse me of being an "oni" again, whatever that is...
Orcy The Green Wonder 10-27-05, 08:14 PM	+10, 2d8+8 The guards take action as the man leaps past them. They swing their large sword at him as he attempts to leap past. Turning one shouts out as their blades dig into the ninja's flesh. "HALT! INTRUDER!" Attacks: 18, 21 Damage: 15, 18 Rolls (http://invisiblecastle.com/find.py?id=175202)
Master_of_Flames 10-27-05, 08:23 PM	Fool! Zerin yelled as he drew his blade and cut into the guard. He seemed to fade in and out, turning semitransparent as his blade struck. Now, I had said previously I have no intention of killing. But as you see here, I have the capability to kill. I cam ehere looking to ally myself, yet I am met with hostility. bte: Zerin's ac is 20 when f-f, so attack 1 misses. Oh, and he clearly stated that he had no intention of killing anyone. http://invisiblecastle.com/find.py?id=175206 attack roll: 20 http://invisiblecastle.com/find.py?id=175208 damage roll: 13 http://invisiblecastle.com/find.py?id=175210 sudden striek damage: 25 total damage to guard 1: 38.
Demonfey 10-27-05, 08:29 PM	EVERYONE STAND DOWN!
Orcy The Green Wonder 10-27-05, 08:30 PM	Fool! Zerin yelled as he drew his blade and cut into the guard. bte: Zerin's ac is 20 when f-f, so attack 1 misses. Oh, and he clearly stated that he had no intention of killing anyone. You came up to the keep, passed through the wall after moving by a pair of guards. Walked up to another pair and ignored them by leaping over them, and you expect them just to stand there? Orcy doesn't quite see the logic in that. Also, your character sheet said 12 for your FF AC a couple minutes ago but it appears you changed it, which leads Orcy to believe the character hasn't been approved yet (as well has the math not adding up last he checked. Finally, if you want to attack the guard, you need an attack roll. They aren't just "hey, I'm here, you can instagib me." ;)
Wilds 10-27-05, 08:32 PM	lol hes more polite than i would be if i used incarin to come here
Master_of_Flames 10-27-05, 08:33 PM	Demonfey said it was okay'd, but he missed the ac part. And see edit.
Demonfey 10-27-05, 08:50 PM	You came up to the keep, passed through the wall after moving by a pair of guards. Walked up to another pair and ignored them by leaping over them, and you expect them just to stand there? Orcy doesn't quite see the logic in that. Also, your character sheet said 12 for your FF AC a couple minutes ago but it appears you changed it, which leads Orcy to believe the character hasn't been approved yet (as well has the math not adding up last he checked. Finally, if you want to attack the guard, you need an attack roll. They aren't just "hey, I'm here, you can instagib me." ;) Wait, did you go into his sig link? Because that one is to the third PC thread, if I remember right. Also, I may have missed it. I'll check it again...
Orcy The Green Wonder 10-27-05, 08:56 PM	The guard easily sidesteps the attack and brings his blade around to strike again at the ninja. Swinging his sword again at the man's body. The second guard swings his own blade as well. "Lay down your arms!" Down the hall more guards begin to appear, rushing toward the site of the battle. In the throne room Arcanus stands and moves toward the doors. "What is going on out there!?" Guard Attacks: 26, 26 Guard Damage: 17, 21 Attack and Damage (http://invisiblecastle.com/find.py?id=175221) You missed because you rolled a natural 1 Guard isn't flat footed so sudden strike doesn't apply. No demonfey, Orcy checked the character on the 4th thread, which MoF just changed the AC on a while ago.
jagggar 10-27-05, 08:58 PM	Could you post what the action was that made Zerin all fade-y?
Demonfey 10-27-05, 08:59 PM	Okay, let's see; 10+5 (ninja get wis. bonus to AC)+3(class AC bonus)+2 (ring), so MoF is right on this one, Orcy. Rules state that the wis bonus acts as a 6th sense that works unless the character is immobilized or helpless, with any armor/shield, or any medium/heavy load.
Demonfey 10-27-05, 09:00 PM	Could you post what the action was that made Zerin all fade-y? Ghost step, ethereal. As a swift action, ninja can turn invisible and at a certain point, ethereal, a certain number of times a day for a round.
Orcy The Green Wonder 10-27-05, 09:07 PM	"You barge into these halls and force past we guards when we question you and expect to be greeted warmly!? What kind of fool are you!?" Adding this having missed MoF's modification.
Master_of_Flames 10-27-05, 09:24 PM	You know what? Forget it. I was trying to go for a dramatic effect and it was ruined.... Just forget that Zerin was ever here. :(
Orcy The Green Wonder 10-27-05, 09:28 PM	You know what? Forget it. I was trying to go for a dramatic effect and it was ruined.... Just forget that Zerin was ever here. :( Then have him run off... Dramatic effect is one thing, breaking into a place and barging past guards who are on alert is something else entirely. Do you think say... a guard at the white house would just let you walk past them and head toward the president? Orcy knows what you were trying for, but he would rather stick to in character, and logical actions for a guard to take.
Wilds 10-27-05, 10:35 PM	He said he means no harm though..... Unless the keep has turned to more drastic measures then it seems that the guards are out of line. Yes they might draw weapons, but taking the person into custody would be a top priority not attacking him.
Demonfey 10-27-05, 11:26 PM	A figure covered in what seems to be shifting shadows circles and lands in front of the door, before knocking. Excuse me, have you seen this ninja? I wanted to warn him about drama...oh, too late already. Nevermind.
Master_of_Flames 10-28-05, 12:15 AM	I have traveled far to see Arcanus and have not the patience to deal with a pair of genin!! He did a quick succesion of two slashes and a final stab to the guard next to him, then turned twoards the other guard. I did not come here seeking to challenge your power. You have lost a powerful ally this day. And if you don't get out of my way, you will lose your life as well. Zerin said as the guard infront of him slumped down. http://invisiblecastle.com/find.py?id=175348 Attack 1= 25 http://invisiblecastle.com/find.py?id=175349 Attack 2= 17 http://invisiblecastle.com/find.py?id=175350 Attack 3= 22 http://invisiblecastle.com/find.py?id=175352 Damage 1= 17 (even if that kills the guard, zerin continues his barrage) http://invisiblecastle.com/find.py?id=175353 Damage 2= 15 http://invisiblecastle.com/find.py?id=175354 Damage 3= 17 Total damage: 49
jagggar 10-28-05, 12:17 AM	He said he means no harm though..... Unless the keep has turned to more drastic measures then it seems that the guards are out of line. Yes they might draw weapons, but taking the person into custody would be a top priority not attacking him.So any visitors should be allowed to wander in without an escort so long as they don't charge in with sword drawn? Well, that's quite the expectation. Especially when the Knights know that they need to prepare for war. They can't tell anymore who would be a friend and who would be a foe.
Master_of_Flames 10-28-05, 12:19 AM	Just a few game days ago (no more than a week ingame I'm guessing) the keep was hosting a ball.
jagggar 10-28-05, 12:25 AM	However long it is, the keep definately has word of the defeat of the Royal Guard. They likely have word of the formation of the Temple of the Damned.
Demonfey 10-28-05, 12:26 AM	Actually, gamewise, it'd be closer to a few months ago. A day IG is 5 1/2 hours. Simultaneously oh, hell... oh, hell...
Wilds 10-28-05, 12:37 AM	So any visitors should be allowed to wander in without an escort so long as they don't charge in with sword drawn? Well, that's quite the expectation. Especially when the Knights know that they need to prepare for war. They can't tell anymore who would be a friend and who would be a foe. Ya but still even on that. Detainment first, then interegation and then u can kill the person. Im a shoot first talk later person, but politics dont normally work that way...
jagggar 10-28-05, 12:42 AM	Okay, explain to me how to detain people who are 15th level characters? Do we know what round/iniative count it is? I'd like to have Darby show up as soon as possible now. (Since she's now taken up residence here and hasn't been out and about, I'd say it's reasonable.)
Wilds 10-28-05, 12:44 AM	Arcanis took out StormHand, he cant detain one character?
Demonfey 10-28-05, 12:49 AM	Not when that character can phase through anything you put in his way to keep him there, except for force objects. Tetsuo's reaction: Rushes in and tries to grab Tetsuo's hands Stop! Killing them will only make thing worse, you fool! Igor's reaction: CLICKY! GET THE MED KIT! *begins checking the wounds and seeing if there is anything he can do*
Master_of_Flames 10-28-05, 12:55 AM	Zerin could get to Arcanus's bedroom and merely plant several blast ddisks around him, then set them for 10 rounds (1 minute) and leave. He has a good enough move silent and hide modifier that most gaurds wont see him even if they tried. Unless orcy decides to put a wal of force around the outside of his keep... (which he wouldn't be able to afford) I am done here anyways. Zerin said. He looked at the remaining guard and said, You! Tell your Kage that he has lost a powerful ally, and army, this day because of your rash actions. Follow me and I will kill you. He said. He then dissapeared down into the floor, reappearing a few seconds later riding atop the saddle.
Wilds 10-28-05, 12:57 AM	Force cage? What ever. This is gana be amsuing to watch
Master_of_Flames 10-28-05, 01:00 AM	I'm trying to limit how many of the keep's guards I kill. After all, each one dead is one less rank in leadership for the keep. Which means when the rest of the guards find out what happend, they'll be questioning whether or not the job is worth it. :P
Demonfey 10-28-05, 01:02 AM	I am done here anyways. Zerin said. He looked at the remaining guard and said, You! Tell your Kage that he has lost a powerful ally, and army, this day because of your rash actions. Follow me and I will kill you. He said. He then dissapeared down into the floor, reappearing a few seconds later riding atop the saddle. Tetsuo looks at the mess Zerin made Sorry about this. He's not used to having his actions challenged. Takes out short swords and puts them to one side Don't want this to happen again. Now, what can I do to help? Don't want this to look bad for the SBB, after all.
Wilds 10-28-05, 01:10 AM	Lol, i doubt things owuld go well if a order of knights knew more about the SBB. or how well it would go if an allaince had been made
Master_of_Flames 10-28-05, 01:13 AM	Not an alliance with the SB&B. an alliance with Zerin's clan of ninja. He has a mobile fortress and a trio of powerful siege weapons that can rip through even the best castle walls in seconds, and his cohort specialises in fire based spells, so he can litterally light his foes up.
Demonfey 10-28-05, 01:15 AM	Yes, but Zerin is a part of what? The SBB.
Wilds 10-28-05, 01:16 AM	nm
Master_of_Flames 10-28-05, 01:18 AM	And I plan to keep his involvment with the SB&B a secret, so he doesn't have to worry about what happend last time someone heard he was aligned with a shady guild......
jagggar 10-28-05, 01:24 AM	*snaps fingers* I knew there was something I forgot to get down. . . Darby arrives late, only in time to see Zerin ride off. A wave of anger comes over her face as she sees the guard lying on the ground but she chokes back her rage, "And if there's anything I can do as well?" And possibly odd question, what language/word are we using/implying when we say 'kage'?
Master_of_Flames 10-28-05, 01:25 AM	Meh, I read Naruto too much... (the 'hidden' dagger caln should have been the first clue....)
Demonfey 10-28-05, 01:28 AM	The implication is to what I'm believing is Japanese, in this case Kage meaning leader with serious power. To learn about what he's referring to, look at Naruto. It'll clear up a few terms he uses. Anyone know what level these guys are? If they're what I think they are, then it'd be too late for both of them (I'm thinking 1st level warriors)
Master_of_Flames 10-28-05, 01:29 AM	I left the other guy alive. Lucky him. He now gets to fill out the paper work and describe what happend. :D
Demonfey 10-28-05, 01:30 AM	Meh, I read Naruto too much... (the 'hidden' dagger caln should have been the first clue....) It was, actually.
Demonfey 10-28-05, 01:33 AM	I left the other guy alive. Lucky him. He now gets to fill out the paper work and describe what happend. :D Pointing to the dead one: That one's dead. Nothing any of us can do for him. One of you go get my medical bag so I can help the other, and put pressure on...damn all the way through. Help me prop him so that his wounds can be wrapped. Clicky seems to still be at the merchant's guild, and I forgot. It'd be on the table.
Master_of_Flames 10-28-05, 01:35 AM	As I said, never tick off a ninja. Oh, and Zerin thrusted upwards when he attacked, so someof the guys brain might be strewn across the hall.
Demonfey 10-28-05, 01:41 AM	You just want to annoy us now, don't you. Also, you just ticked off another ninja, a wizard/fleshwarper, and a thug/fighter combo, and most likely a man in charge of an army.
jagggar 10-28-05, 01:45 AM	Naruto. . . Yeah, my opinion of that is actually based on a couple of Naruto fanboys I went to school with. . . :nonono: chibi jagggar appears with a chalk board and pointer, two katakana symbols written on the board. "Kage. 'kah-gay' Means shadow or shade." *poof* I'm getting quite tempted to play an OA class character with no orental flavor what-so-ever. That or do the fighter or rogue version of the samurai or ninja. I'm also trying to avoid it though, since it'll probably be another one of those silly undead-killing focused characters.
Demonfey 10-28-05, 01:48 AM	I just realized that there have yet to be any actual monks in the game.
jagggar 10-28-05, 01:57 AM	Monks are core for some weird reason. . . Umm, can he actually hit people on the material plane while ethereal? I mean, from the desciption of being ethereal from the ethereal jaunt spell. . . "I'll get it." Darby rushes back to Igor's room and grabs the bag. If time is of major essence, it takes her a round to get to his room and a round back. Get really picky about grabbing the bag, then she should proably be back in 3 rounds.
Demonfey 10-28-05, 02:01 AM	Only with ghost touch weapons (which I have) Let's say time's critical enough so that he leaves a medical bag that's like a first aid kit packed. When you get back, you see the stranger propping the guy up against a wall with Igor's help.
Orcy The Green Wonder 10-28-05, 02:24 AM	Before anybody goes any further with this, Orcy should state that the guard IS NOT DEAD! That was one of the 'elite guard' he is still alive and kickin. Now, orcy will get back to reading.... NOT DEAD!
jagggar 10-28-05, 02:37 AM	I'm kinda thinking he's even less dead than Orcy's saying he is. There's kinda not a ghost-touch thing going on with Zerin's weapons.
Orcy The Green Wonder 10-28-05, 02:43 AM	Arcanus watches the man take swings at his soldiers. Drawing his sword as he disappears he narrows his eyes. He turns to the next stranger to enter, keeping his sword drawn he looks him over. "What the HELL is going on here? Who was that man, and what in the name of all that is holy does he think he is doing attacking MY MEN!?" The guard grumbles and brushes off his armor, wiping away the few wounds he did suffer. He sheaths his sword and sighs, taking up his post. "The man entered by passing through the wall, then he proceded to stop before us and simply try leaping past us instead of actually listening and speaking to us. So we tried to bring him down and possibly subdue him." To note: lethal damage is faster early on, but the keep does have healers. Whos to say they meant to simply kill him outright?
Demonfey 10-28-05, 02:49 AM	Oh, no. Zerin was completely tangible at the time he began attacking. Ninjas at that level can only go intangible for about one round, but can do that a certain amount of times a day or turn invisible instead. 20th level, they can do it longer. Let's just rewind time to just after Zerin leaves. Okay, both of them are alive, just hurt. Help me get them to the med lab.
Demonfey 10-28-05, 02:56 AM	Arcanus watches the man take swings at his soldiers. Drawing his sword as he disappears he narrows his eyes. He turns to the next stranger to enter, keeping his sword drawn he looks him over. "What the HELL is going on here? Who was that man, and what in the name of all that is holy does he think he is doing attacking MY MEN!?" The guard grumbles and brushes off his armor, wiping away the few wounds he did suffer. He sheaths his sword and sighs, taking up his post. "The man entered by passing through the wall, then he proceded to stop before us and simply try leaping past us instead of actually listening and speaking to us. So we tried to bring him down and possibly subdue him." To note: lethal damage is faster early on, but the keep does have healers. Whos to say they meant to simply kill him outright? As I said, I apologize for my...associate. He's a member of a guild I'm a part of. He's too used to having drama work for him. My boss has discovered a material called "monologium", which causes people to believe in drama as a sure-fire way into places and whatnot. Kind of like that half elf...what was her name again? Silmaarein? Soomarein? Silmarien? One of those. I came to try and warn him not to use it, but got here a little too late. His name's Zerin, and I believe he was trying to offer an alliance between his clan of ninja and this keep. Now, I'm going to pick up my swords, and put them back in their sheathes. Okay?
Orcy The Green Wonder 10-28-05, 03:07 AM	As I said, I apologize for my...associate. He's a member of a guild I'm a part of. He's too used to having drama work for him. My boss has discovered a material called "monologium", which causes people to believe in drama as a sure-fire way into places and whatnot. Kind of like that half elf...what was her name again? Silmaarein? Soomarein? Silmarien? One of those. I came to try and warn him not to use it, but got here a little too late. His name's Zerin, and I believe he was trying to offer an alliance between his clan of ninja and this keep. Now, I'm going to pick up my swords, and put them back in their sheathes. Okay? "So you are telling me that he believes barging into my Keep, breaking in, forcing his way past my guards, and striking those that reside here was his way of trying to... offer an alliance? What kind of fool is this man?"
gabrion 10-28-05, 03:11 AM	Also hearing the comotion, Striker comes out of his room and, taking a quick look around and seeing the injured guard, places his hands over some of the wounds and chants a few words. "Here, let me help with those injuries. What happened to this man?" OOC: Casts Heal on the guard
Demonfey 10-28-05, 03:19 AM	"So you are telling me that he believes barging into my Keep, breaking in, forcing his way past my guards, and striking those that reside here was his way of trying to... offer an alliance? What kind of fool is this man?" Well, as far as I can tell, he wasn't planning the entire ordeal with the guards. He just believed barging in and saying he had business with you would be enough, and your guards hit him, so he lashed out in retaliation for being attacked. I don't get it either. Igor @ guards: I'll just leave you in the capable healing magic of Striker, here.
jagggar 10-28-05, 03:52 AM	Not an alliance with the SB&B. an alliance with Zerin's clan of ninja. He has a mobile fortress and a trio of powerful siege weapons that can rip through even the best castle walls in seconds, and his cohort specialises in fire based spells, so he can litterally light his foes up.Umm, yeah, about those. . . What price modifiers did you apply to get your total cost? Cause I'm not sure how you can afford it. And are the Scorpion and the lightning ballista published somewhere? And really, you'll be denting the average wall. It'd take a poor quality wall to get through in seconds. It'd take 10 hits with both of the Scorpions doing max damage to get through a hewn stone wall (3ft) and that's gunna be the minimum perimiter wall on any stone castle.
Demonfey 10-28-05, 02:13 PM	He told me Heroes of Battle, and before you ask, I don't have the book. On where he got the funds, I thought the landlord feat did things like that. That's why I only approved the character and not the fort or army.
Von Crown 10-30-05, 05:28 AM	An aged man in gleaming golden armor (think roman) rides up to the keep on the back of a rather dead looking horse. He stops before the guards, and speaks. "I am here proceeding my army, and presently have effects in place to transport me home should any harm befall me. I am here to discuss tactics with the lord here."
premier666 10-30-05, 07:02 AM	Meh, I read Naruto too much... (the 'hidden' dagger caln should have been the first clue....) Kage= the leader of a vilage of ninjas in that specific anime. Genin: recently trained ninjas. the lower rank of guards if I remember correctly. (I watch Naruto BTW. Veeeeeery good.) An eagle apears near arcanus and the man talking to him. The eagle assumes the form of a golden haired elven female who looks worried. What happened? Is the casttle under attack? (just so you remember, this is goldmoon, Mandos cohort)
Demonfey 10-30-05, 01:16 PM	I believe I should go, now. With that, the ninja puts his short swords back to where ever he pulled them out of, and walks through the door. The fact that it's currently closed doesn't stop him.
turalisj 10-30-05, 01:29 PM	Valshin walked over to the two guards, a blue aura around his hands. What happend here? I heard fighting from the kitchen. Then, to avoid any questions about that, he said, Shalix was trying to find a snack and ended up ransacking most of the meat supplies. Hey! I was hungry, and I you said no nibbling on the guards, so... Shalix said defensivly.
Orcy The Green Wonder 11-03-05, 01:01 PM	An aged man in gleaming golden armor (think roman) rides up to the keep on the back of a rather dead looking horse. He stops before the guards, and speaks. "I am here proceeding my army, and presently have effects in place to transport me home should any harm befall me. I am here to discuss tactics with the lord here." Arcanus looks toward the man and shakes his head, waving his hand towrd the surrounding terrain. "Never did I say your army would be allowed to march through my lands un-hindered. I suggest you send word for them to cease their march. I said I would ally with these troops to fight against a common enemy, I will not play host to them here. We will not attack you unless you attempt to fight or do any harm to ANY within this keep. If you bring harm to anyone, I will strike you down myself. Know that I do not trust you, this should be understood before we begin any discussions. Now... if this fool ninja's arrogant display is finished, then let us speak. Ah yes, and Valshin, if your dragon has eaten much of our meat supplies, then YOU will replace them. I expect it to be replaced by tomorrow."
premier666 11-03-05, 06:17 PM	Mandos enters the room, with his sword unsheated, aparently, he is polishing it. You humans are so hostile. I have been on this world for a few hours and already I've seen bloodshed. He sheaths his sword. Anyway, Lord Arcanus, in order to increase security around here, I'm thinking about deploying a few of my shadow scouts in the surrounding areas of the castle. They should be able to spot intruders a few miles away, waaay before they jump the catle walls and strike the guards. They are also very good archers, as any elf. what do you think?
Von Crown 11-04-05, 12:53 AM	"Hah. Are you surprised to see battle so soon? You are here in a time of war, the reason for my presence as well. If you do not wish to see battle, perhaps you should go hide up a tree, eh? Anyways, Arcanus, was it? It is imperative that we combat the foe in conditions of our chooseing. Bring the battle to them. Let them fear for once, perhaps. As soon as my forces are ready, we should mobilizeto occupy the place in which you would most prefer to fight. Would you wish to fight at this fortress, or elsewhere? I have a particular bit that would benefit from fairly even terrain, but that is not absolutely necessary. In fact, once unveiled, it should work quite well in any open enought terrain, but prior to that I would like to keep as much secrecy as possible regarding that particular creature. That aside, we will be bringing at least one, if not more battletitans, of course completely paid for, mounted with seige weaponry if we can manage. How much more we will be able to get past the beurocracy I cannot precisely say, unfortunatly." Could someone point me to what books have whatever feats pertaining to leadership they can so I can get this statted out? I was just about ready when I found out about several feats I didn't know of, so I figure I should ask what else there is before I finalize the design.
premier666 11-04-05, 04:36 PM	[QUOTE=Von Crown]"Hah. Are you surprised to see battle so soon? You are here in a time of war, the reason for my presence as well. If you do not wish to see battle, perhaps you should go hide up a tree, eh? Mandos smiles at the man, then shakes his head. I dont have problems with battles. In fact, I'm quite fond of battles. what I dont like is useless bloodshed, wich is exactly what happened here.
Orcy The Green Wonder 11-05-05, 03:02 PM	"Hah. Are you surprised to see battle so soon? You are here in a time of war, the reason for my presence as well. If you do not wish to see battle, perhaps you should go hide up a tree, eh? Anyways, Arcanus, was it? It is imperative that we combat the foe in conditions of our chooseing. Bring the battle to them. Let them fear for once, perhaps. As soon as my forces are ready, we should mobilizeto occupy the place in which you would most prefer to fight. Would you wish to fight at this fortress, or elsewhere? I have a particular bit that would benefit from fairly even terrain, but that is not absolutely necessary. In fact, once unveiled, it should work quite well in any open enought terrain, but prior to that I would like to keep as much secrecy as possible regarding that particular creature. That aside, we will be bringing at least one, if not more battletitans, of course completely paid for, mounted with seige weaponry if we can manage. How much more we will be able to get past the beurocracy I cannot precisely say, unfortunatly." Could someone point me to what books have whatever feats pertaining to leadership they can so I can get this statted out? I was just about ready when I found out about several feats I didn't know of, so I figure I should ask what else there is before I finalize the design. "Of course it is always best to do battle with one enemy on one's own terms. But this enemy will not simply come to us where we choose. Their leader is not foolish enough to simply charge ahead and meet us where we wish. There lies the problem. Currently this army is fortifying it's positions in their base of operations. Leaving us with a plan to capture lands on which we wish to fight, without having any way of bringing them to that fight." Orcy would like to know how exactly you can afford battletitans. They cost over 100,000gp at least, also... what is this 'creature' you intend to use? Remember, everything has a price in game. Just because Mordred is a character you are playing in an rp sense here... it doesn't mean you can just use all his funds, creatures, and other such things without having to pay for them... also, are you going to make a character for approval in the games?
gabrion 11-05-05, 05:25 PM	Orcy, what program do you use to make your grid maps?
premier666 11-05-05, 06:13 PM	Yo, orcyu, there is an elf waiting for answer here :D
Orcy The Green Wonder 11-06-05, 04:01 AM	Orcy, what program do you use to make your grid maps? A very long, drawn out process in paint using a basic grid Orcy made himself. He has looked for other map programs, but feels that they just don't have the right look. Arcanus has specifically avoided answering the elf's question because there is someone he doesn't quite trust in the room.
Von Crown 11-06-05, 06:30 PM	First, I'm purchasing Battletitans with funds from the Blackstar Syndicate, since unless told we can't (which hasn't happened yet, I don't think), I'm basing the Syndicate out of the GoUE's building (with their permisson, of course), putting half the defense funds towards further fortifying the halls and the other towards outfitting these forces. The battletitans are a large chunk of my projected buying. Second, I'm intentionally keeping the creature a secret, but he'll have it by virtue of starting with half his comanded undead. "So I presume these elves will be providing ranged attacking, correct? How are your infantry forces? I'd like to bring as much cavalry as possible, but I want to bring supplementary infantry if needed. I'm also thinking a lot about siege weaponry, specifically the self-loading and/or disrupting kind. I'm worried, however, about fielding disrupting weapons, as I may catch my own troops in the blast. How likely is it that he will have forces packed very closesly together? And last, how protected is this place from espionage, particularly of the magical variety? I want to know how much I can say without worry."
Demonfey 11-06-05, 06:35 PM	Since the Syndicate has little activity, and the GoUE has more, it'd make more sense to just let the Syndicate go poof and maybe restart it later at this point, while keeping its business occurences in the GoUE, in other words.
Orcy The Green Wonder 11-08-05, 01:16 PM	First, I'm purchasing Battletitans with funds from the Blackstar Syndicate, since unless told we can't (which hasn't happened yet, I don't think), I'm basing the Syndicate out of the GoUE's building (with their permisson, of course), putting half the defense funds towards further fortifying the halls and the other towards outfitting these forces. The battletitans are a large chunk of my projected buying. Second, I'm intentionally keeping the creature a secret, but he'll have it by virtue of starting with half his comanded undead. "So I presume these elves will be providing ranged attacking, correct? How are your infantry forces? I'd like to bring as much cavalry as possible, but I want to bring supplementary infantry if needed. I'm also thinking a lot about siege weaponry, specifically the self-loading and/or disrupting kind. I'm worried, however, about fielding disrupting weapons, as I may catch my own troops in the blast. How likely is it that he will have forces packed very closesly together? And last, how protected is this place from espionage, particularly of the magical variety? I want to know how much I can say without worry." "Were you told absolutely nothing by the last one of you people I spoke to? I informed him that I will not give away the defenses of this Keep to those I do not trust. You, I do not trust. The enemy however, if we fight here, will have to pack his forces tightly. We have great strategic advantage here, and will not be defeated in our halls. It would likely be a bad idea for your undead to get too close to the enemy, there will likely be many 'anti-undead' magics at work."
Wilds 11-08-05, 01:26 PM	A cloaked figure walks to the front gate of teh Keep. Speaking to the guards, "May I speak to your Lord?"
Orcy The Green Wonder 11-08-05, 01:29 PM	A cloaked figure walks to the front gate of teh Keep. Speaking to the guards, "May I speak to your Lord?" A guard looks toward the man with a raised eyebrow. He clears his throat and looks toward the other guard then back to the man. "Who may I say wishes to see Lord Arcanus?"
Wilds 11-08-05, 01:35 PM	Pushing back the hood of the cloak the illusion falls away. "I am Kelreth, leader of the Breath and Blade."
Orcy The Green Wonder 11-08-05, 01:40 PM	Pushing back the hood of the cloak the illusion falls away. "I am Kelreth, leader of the Breath and Blade." "You may enter to see the Lord Arcanus... but given your profession, we will require you to hand over your weapons before entering... that and the last incident with what we believe was one of your people." The knight extends his hand waiting for the man to hand over any weapons he has.
Demonfey 11-08-05, 01:46 PM	A note flutters down onto the guard's head. It reads: Two, actually.
Wilds 11-08-05, 02:48 PM	"Fine" Kelreth hands the guards all of his daggers. "If any of them are tampered with or switched up, especially the ion one, you will both pay for far more than they are worth," "May I enter now?"
jagggar 11-08-05, 03:53 PM	Darby'll take room 4. Before I answer your PM, have you decided if Ghashmal Keep is in the Wooded Slopes or the Sunrise Mountians? It'll help me come up with my answer with the least confusion. Edit: Second thought, one might help you more than the other at the moment. I'll PM tonight either way.
turalisj 11-08-05, 03:59 PM	I'll take room 6.
Sssargoth 11-08-05, 04:49 PM	Darby'll take room 4. Before I answer your PM, have you decided if Ghashmal Keep is in the Wooded Slopes or the Sunrise Mountians? It'll help me come up with my answer with the least confusion. Edit: Second thought, one might help you more than the other at the moment. I'll PM tonight either way. Ghashmal Keep is in the Sunrise Mountains, and the Psionics foundation is in the Wooded Slopes.
Demonfey 11-09-05, 05:47 PM	Something covered in a cloak and wrappings walks to the front gate. Hello, I'd like to seek the advice of Arcanus, as one leader to another. I was only recently appointed. Oh, and I'll challenge you in the arena with Sulkyr, if you want (Glenn Char.)
Von Crown 11-09-05, 06:06 PM	"I was asking not of the defences of this hall, but of the potential to bring the fight to Sargatanas. I have already been working on several plans of attack, but I'd like to know what all parties involved are capable of. Firts I want to get a general idea for a plan of attack, then alter it to suit our opponent. I've also been slightly more held up by the bureaucracy than I thought. My forces should be able to arrive soon, however. Of course, if I know what is available, I know what proportions to bring things in to avoid too much redundancy. I do have some interesting ideas, however... If you wish to discuss further, I will be at the Guild of Pure Good." He then leaves.
Wilds 11-11-05, 12:07 AM	Kelreth stares at the guards. "Do I have to kill one of you to see your leader? Or maybe some dramatics will get his attention."
Demonfey 11-11-05, 12:19 AM	Don't try it, O master of the Silent Blade. Because then you have that ninja up there to deal with too. Maybe I should handle guild to guild dealings for times like this...
turalisj 11-11-05, 12:30 AM	Try it. My friends have been getting hungry anyways, and I'm sure there are those who would like to see your organization gone from history. Valshin said, his hand on his scimitar.
Demonfey 11-11-05, 12:34 AM	...were you talking to me, the new head of the GoUE, or him, the person in charge of the assassin's guild? Igor slithers out... What in the nine hells is going on here? You can hear the commotion from the training room, for grafted half chicken golem's sake! You then notice that under his arm, he's holding what appears to be a...six legged chicken, with four times the meat on it.
Wilds 11-11-05, 12:50 AM	"Yes who exactly are you talking too? Dont think your little scimitar can hurt me either and it would not be wise to challenge me. Now where is the guild leader?" demonfey is your ninja from sbb the new leader of GoUE?
Demonfey 11-11-05, 12:54 AM	No. Crowley, the creature standing right next to you, is the new leader, or at least until I figure out what personality I want for the half dragon warlock, Sulkyr. Tetsuo is his head of assassinations he brought here to be his master of stealth (this was done much, much earlier in the game).
jagggar 11-11-05, 12:56 AM	"Valshin, It would be in everyones best interests for blood to not be spilled." Darby says as she approaches. "And he has handed over his weapons. . ." She turns to Kelreth, "I shall escort you in case someone feels that his sword arm needs to be exercised. Please." She becons for him to follow her to the throne room. And I'll leave it there for Orcy to decide if they have to wait or if they may enter while whoever else is there... And seriously, Slightly annoying to be rushed when the other person hasn't replied and ignored you. (He ignored the whole topic!)
Wilds 11-11-05, 01:43 AM	so i shoudl have just blown the guards up and then gone away? "Fine, we shall see what happens." As he walks past the guards "No ideas"
Demonfey 11-11-05, 01:47 AM	No, because blowing up the guards leads to having the entire Ghashmal Army on your tail.
Wilds 11-11-05, 01:48 AM	Till I look like one of them ;) fine fine ill go and be peaceful
Demonfey 11-11-05, 01:52 AM	Thank you. If you want, one of my characters can handle these issues from now on.
Orcy The Green Wonder 11-11-05, 09:13 AM	so i shoudl have just blown the guards up and then gone away? "Fine, we shall see what happens." As he walks past the guards "No ideas" What is with you people and wanting to attack Orcy's guards? Is it because they're the only ones statted out so far? Seriously what person would actually think like that outside of a game? 'If I kill people, it will take less time for someone to talk to me.' The guards wave the others in and glare at Kelreth sending a messanger inside alongside the others to warn of the threats he has already made. Not the best idea when dealing with a good organization to simply threaten them. Arcanus watches the cloaked man and the breath and blade's master enter the throne room and nods. "Greetings, it seems I entertain more assassins in my hall than I would like these days. But what is it that brings you here, both of you. What can I do for you?"
Dyne 11-11-05, 10:49 AM	EDIT: Nevermind.
Wilds 11-11-05, 10:58 AM	"I have come to offer an opoligy for previous actions taken by members of my guild. He meant no harm despite his over eager antics. That is all." Kelreth turns and leaves retreiving his weapons from teh guards and moving on.
Demonfey 11-11-05, 02:52 PM	What is with you people and wanting to attack Orcy's guards? Is it because they're the only ones statted out so far? Seriously what person would actually think like that outside of a game? 'If I kill people, it will take less time for someone to talk to me.' Hey, I was discouraging him!
Demonfey 11-11-05, 02:56 PM	I came for advice on running a guild, personally. You seem like one of the few calmer, non extremist, leaders around lately, and so I felt you'd be the easiest to talk to. Also, I never said anything about attacking anybody that works for you.
Dyne 11-12-05, 11:57 AM	A man in highly polished plate mail stands unimposingly before the gates of Ghashmal Keep. A sword and shield hang on his back, but his composure is unthreatening. Judging by his posture and clothing, he seems to be one of the upper class. "Hail, and well met. I seek an audience with Arcanus, the lord of this keep."
Wilds 11-12-05, 12:01 PM	What is with you people and wanting to attack Orcy's guards? Is it because they're the only ones statted out so far? Seriously what person would actually think like that outside of a game? 'If I kill people, it will take less time for someone to talk to me.' I find that by threatening people in RL they comply easier and hence listen to me. People fail to take me seriously though which is slightly aggervating. Im generally a calm person but I have my moments. Its true though, when you do somethign rash and or erratic people tend to reongize and talk to you sooner
Zombomaniac 11-12-05, 12:17 PM	I find that by threatening people in RL they comply easier and hence listen to me. People fail to take me seriously though which is slightly aggervating. Im generally a calm person but I have my moments. Its true though, when you do somethign rash and or erratic people tend to reongize and talk to you sooner He do have a round about and violent logic. Your more likely to pay attention to he guy with the 2 by 4 then the guy with the kind word. :) I always feel you can get more with both. 2by4, then kind word. Works every time. ;)
Wilds 11-12-05, 03:49 PM	He do have a round about and violent logic. Your more likely to pay attention to he guy with the 2 by 4 then the guy with the kind word. :) I always feel you can get more with both. 2by4, then kind word. Works every time. ;) true, get their attention then talk calmly
Orcy The Green Wonder 11-12-05, 04:01 PM	Alright, fair enough. But what is going to happen when you walk into a military installation with said 2x4 swinging it around screaming 'let me see the general or I'll hit you with this.' Whoops, trigger finger slipped... mop him up. Arcanus looks over the hooded figure and raises an eyebrow. He leans foreward a bit and seems to be a bit confused. "So you wish for me to give you tips on running one of the largest gathering places of evil around? I'm not exactly sure why such an action would be good for myself or the rest of the world for that matter. Unless you agree to sign a non-agression treaty or something of the sort. Then perhaps we can work out a deal..." The guards allow the armored man to pass, but with all the comings and goings, they watch him carefully. It seemed everyone wished to threaten the Knights these days...
Demonfey 11-12-05, 04:26 PM	Can't guarantee that. The benefit would be having the leader of one of the largest gathering places of evil on the planet owe you a favor, such as, say, not bringing in any force I have if Sargatanas attacks you once. And it would help me keep the murderers, rapists, arsonist, and all around psychopaths that come to us asking to become part of our guild in check.
premier666 11-12-05, 04:53 PM	Goldmoon leans towards one of the guards and asks in a low tone of voice: Its just me or everyone that comes looking for Lord arcanus either crazy or strangely prone to violence? And I'm not excluding my husband either... dude the guards of this place must be getting crazy with all the threats to their lives. :D
Zombomaniac 11-12-05, 05:31 PM	Goldmoon leans towards one of the guards and asks in a low tone of voice: Its just me or everyone that comes looking for Lord arcanus either crazy or strangely prone to violence? And I'm not excluding my husband either... dude the guards of this place must be getting crazy with all the threats to their lives. :D Death threats make the world go 'round. :D Also have you read the DragonLance serices? There is a character in there with the name Goldmoon so I was wondering. Oh ya almost forgot about this. Remember the diplomate Jacod sent before he vanished? Well he is still in the keep. I made mention of this awile back when Jacob left. He is not a spy or anything. Since I wanted to bench Jacob and stop leading the SF I had him and his followers leave. Just to give IG stuff to that, most of the followers are off with Jacob, if he ever comes back he will be a lot different, some of his followers are living new lives in different places waiting for his return and the Diplomat has been here. To set the Knights at ease the Diplomat is not a spy or anything. IG he has actully been making friends with some of the Knights. Even goes on solo patrols around the Keep every so often. :) Thought you should know.
Dyne 11-12-05, 11:18 PM	The man in highly-polished plate armor walks through the gates and towards the throne room, not at all put off from the stares of the guards. The young man enters the audience chamber with a proud stride and bows before the throne. "Hail Arcanus, Lord of Ghashmal Keep. I am called Sir William Emrys, a young knight with no noble patron. News has reached me of the greatness of the Knights Von Drache. If you would permit, I would like to become one among your knights."
premier666 11-13-05, 07:22 AM	Death threats make the world go 'round. :D Also have you read the DragonLance serices? There is a character in there with the name Goldmoon so I was wondering. Oh ya almost forgot about this. Remember the diplomate Jacod sent before he vanished? Well he is still in the keep. I made mention of this awile back when Jacob left. He is not a spy or anything. Since I wanted to bench Jacob and stop leading the SF I had him and his followers leave. Just to give IG stuff to that, most of the followers are off with Jacob, if he ever comes back he will be a lot different, some of his followers are living new lives in different places waiting for his return and the Diplomat has been here. To set the Knights at ease the Diplomat is not a spy or anything. IG he has actully been making friends with some of the Knights. Even goes on solo patrols around the Keep every so often. :) Thought you should know. Mandos is a Silvanesti elf. That should tell you something. besides the fact that I have the Dragonlance campaign setting. And the series.
Dyne 11-13-05, 11:56 PM	I do hope you will allow me to join, Orcy. I hope there are no hard feelings from anyone.
Orcy The Green Wonder 11-14-05, 09:19 AM	Arcanus nods to the hooded creature and sighs, leaning back on his throne. "This is not to say I will help you, but what exactly would you like to know if I did decide to help? Is there something specific you wish to know on the matter you have mentioned?" Turning toward the newcomer Arcanus nods in greeting. "Greetings young William. As I am sure you have heard the Knights are currently in conflict, we have many enemies, even those that stand before us. Know this before making dedications to the Knights, for it will be a long, hard road ahead, and there will be many losses. But if you are true in your intentions to join the Knights and fight against that which now befalls the land, then sign the contract that shall be provided for you. It will make you a knight in name, if you wish to learn our ways and train on our path, then that too may be done. We welcome you if you are sure of this action." A knight enters and approaches Arcanus, leaning down he listens to the Knight as he whispers to him. Arcanus nods with a slight frown and shakes his head. "So it would seem the 'guild of pure good' would deem us too taintend to ally themselves with. Crazed crusaders, they seek only to talk and defend themselves, forgetting about the people in the process. Too much idle talk lets the enemy grow stronger and more capable of doing harm to the masses..." As Orcy has said, he holds no ill will toward you. He understands that disputes are bound to happen. There are many different ways of seeing the world and understanding what is said. Mistaken meanings or words that are understood differently than they are meant are bound to develop. Orcy hopes you have no anger toward him still. He has never meant to insult you out of character, while in character Arcanus has never fully trusted the Stormhand Federation. But of course, as Orcy has said... he prefers Arcanus to be more human than hero.
jagggar 11-14-05, 09:50 AM	A hansome man wearing black leather armor, the seal of Lord jagggar tooled upon the left shoulder guard, enters the keep as far as the guards allow him. "This message is to be delievered to Arcanus, Guild-Master of the Knights Von Drache." He hands over the scroll or enters the throne room and reads it aloud as appropriate. Guild-Masters, Your presence is required at the First Annual Inter-Guild Guild Conferance. You shall be able to work out alliances without being forced to play host to those you may not yet trust. All guild members are invited. While in attendance, the Lords of Tyrannor shall watch over your guilds. The triple-seal of the Lords of Tyrannor is embossed upon the paper as the signature. Ahh! I'm turning into the heifer-goddess. :weep: Attend here (http://boards1.wizards.com/showthread.php?t=533957).
Demonfey 11-14-05, 12:09 PM	Arcanus nods to the hooded creature and sighs, leaning back on his throne. "This is not to say I will help you, but what exactly would you like to know if I did decide to help? Is there something specific you wish to know on the matter you have mentioned?" A knight enters and approaches Arcanus, leaning down he listens to the Knight as he whispers to him. Arcanus nods with a slight frown and shakes his head. "So it would seem the 'guild of pure good' would deem us too taintend to ally themselves with. Crazed crusaders, they seek only to talk and defend themselves, forgetting about the people in the process. Too much idle talk lets the enemy grow stronger and more capable of doing harm to the masses..." As Orcy has said, he holds no ill will toward you. He understands that disputes are bound to happen. There are many different ways of seeing the world and understanding what is said. Mistaken meanings or words that are understood differently than they are meant are bound to develop. Orcy hopes you have no anger toward him still. He has never meant to insult you out of character, while in character Arcanus has never fully trusted the Stormhand Federation. But of course, as Orcy has said... he prefers Arcanus to be more human than hero. Basically, how do you keep those under your command in line, without having to kill a few (dozen)? Also, I really have to agree about the GoPGers. I've been meaning to give them some...incentive...
Dyne 11-14-05, 06:03 PM	Arcanus nods to the hooded creature and sighs, leaning back on his throne. "This is not to say I will help you, but what exactly would you like to know if I did decide to help? Is there something specific you wish to know on the matter you have mentioned?" Turning toward the newcomer Arcanus nods in greeting. "Greetings young William. As I am sure you have heard the Knights are currently in conflict, we have many enemies, even those that stand before us. Know this before making dedications to the Knights, for it will be a long, hard road ahead, and there will be many losses. But if you are true in your intentions to join the Knights and fight against that which now befalls the land, then sign the contract that shall be provided for you. It will make you a knight in name, if you wish to learn our ways and train on our path, then that too may be done. We welcome you if you are sure of this action." A knight enters and approaches Arcanus, leaning down he listens to the Knight as he whispers to him. Arcanus nods with a slight frown and shakes his head. "So it would seem the 'guild of pure good' would deem us too taintend to ally themselves with. Crazed crusaders, they seek only to talk and defend themselves, forgetting about the people in the process. Too much idle talk lets the enemy grow stronger and more capable of doing harm to the masses..." As Orcy has said, he holds no ill will toward you. He understands that disputes are bound to happen. There are many different ways of seeing the world and understanding what is said. Mistaken meanings or words that are understood differently than they are meant are bound to develop. Orcy hopes you have no anger toward him still. He has never meant to insult you out of character, while in character Arcanus has never fully trusted the Stormhand Federation. But of course, as Orcy has said... he prefers Arcanus to be more human than hero. "I am willing to dedicate myself to a cause. However, I am curious as to the precise contents of the contract that I would be signing." At the mention of the GoPG's decision, young William furrows his brow. "I don't understand. Tainted? Arcanus, surely this is not so?" I hold no ill will toward anyone. What unpleasant encounters that might have transpired were the result of tension and stress; in-game, out of game, and from real life. If I trespassed against one's comfort zone and enjoyment of the game, I deeply regret it.
Demonfey 11-14-05, 06:23 PM	To be blunt, they believe that anyone who doesn't see the world as black and white with no gray is tainted by evil. And before you ask, I prefer seeing shades of gray. They sit in their keep doing nothing but talk. Hells, I even drop by from time to time to just get them to do something else than talk, and I'm leading their opposition. Not completely true, but true enough.
Dyne 11-14-05, 06:33 PM	The young man looks rathered worried. "But... I thought.... I would not expect such from the Guild of Pure Good. I thought it was a place of healing and acceptance to all who seek peace."
Demonfey 11-14-05, 06:48 PM	Evil is actually more accepting of differences on the whole. There are a few isolated cases/species that aren't that accepting, but most of us are actually quite open minded. The diversity of creatures requires it, really. Evil seems to have a larger array of species that are classified as evil, in all shapes and sizes. Minotaurs, hags, medusas, ogres, orcs, drow, yuan-ti, the list goes on far past that which the mind can hold.
gabrion 11-14-05, 07:23 PM	OOC: Not that it matters, and I do understand everyone is just expressing IC opinions, but where did this notion of the GoPG come from? My character there, Aramel, is a servant of Illmatar and would offer anyone help if they were suffering in any way (save evil undead, demons, devils, etc.). I'm not sure where people got the opinion that all the GoPGers see everyone who isn't exalted as evil or something like that. Also, the reason we just "sit around and talk" is because we are in the process of trying to get the guild established at the moment. As some of you know, it is very difficult to set up an official guild (with maps, defenses, and followers) so I hope everyone who is RPing as though the guild is apathetic about the land will rethink their position...if nothing else then just as a sign of respect until we have things in order at the GoPG. Thanks.
Demonfey 11-14-05, 07:25 PM	This is just an opinion, but most players of good tend to crusade. This isn't meant to be personal, but Sil has crusaded in the past, and is currently in that mind set.
gabrion 11-14-05, 08:46 PM	This is just an opinion, but most players of good tend to crusade. This isn't meant to be personal, but Sil has crusaded in the past, and is currently in that mind set. Well like I said, I'm all about characters playing out their PCs opinions, but I hope it doesn't keep people form drawing the wrong conclusions. In this case I don't think the conclusions are totally wrong, I just wonder how the characters formed them IG (and it doesn't seem like Sil's actions form a proper basis). Anyway, I've made my point, so I'll just be moving along now...
Dyne 11-14-05, 08:51 PM	There is a great deal of tension, in-game, what with the utter destruction of the Royal Guard, the rise of the Temple of the Damned, and war being on everyone's doorstep. So, it is understandable that a person would resent being refused assistance/an alliance from a group that is supposed to have the same interests.
gabrion 11-14-05, 10:54 PM	I promised myself I wouldn't get into this, but somehow I can't help myself... There is a great deal of tension, in-game, what with the utter destruction of the Royal Guard, the rise of the Temple of the Damned, and war being on everyone's doorstep. So, it is understandable that a person would resent being refused assistance/an alliance from a group that is supposed to have the same interests. Well I don't disagree with the sentiment, if it were in fact the case that the GoPG in any way refused an alliance with the Knights. A full account of what actually transpired in game follows...(with comentary!) Silimna says "Arcanus - and our feality has been reassured. None here have opposed the treaty... ...If Arcanus seeks help, then he'd best spell out the kind of help he seeks and name the trouble.... The Hooded One reaches gestures over the the wall, where you see a giant silver mirror and then incants. A voice, almost too quiet to hear says "Let us see what transpires at Ghasmal Keep and in Arcanus's world then The mirror's central glass swirls with magical fires, as silver and blue flashes reflect off your face. Suddenly, an image of Arcanus appears before you.... OoC: Orcy - you've got to describe the situation, okay, at Arcanus's..... take the baton I've just handed you and describe what Silimna and the others see. So the GoPG agrees to the alliance and tries to make friendly contact with the leader of the Knights, hoping to find out how they could help. (haven't actually worked it out yet, but when I have the magic set up it should go something like this...) The Knight turns his back to the mirror quickly as it focuses on Arcanus. He looks directly at the mirror and outward as he and it explode in flames and magical energies lashing out against Silimna and the others around it. The knight sighs and turns back around facing Silimna after the explosion and flying glass is done. Instead running with the RP opportunity, the leader of the Knights has the scrying mirror blow up in Silimna's face. b]"We'll get back to you"[/b] She says and returns to her work. She looks offended. "Tell Arcanus, that without communication and trust between allies - and the freedom to communicate, on a needs basis - there is nothing that I can do" The GoPG leader simply points out that an alliance is not a practicle idea without an efficient mode communication. It is never implied that the GoPG has declined assisstance or refused an alliance. The Knight shrugs as he continues to walk out of the guild of pure good. He never did like these type, they hated everything that remotely seemed evil, it was so... inhuman. He grins and chuckles a bit as he leaves and notices the man in bronze. "Yeah yeah, bye. We didn't expect help from you crusaders anyway, you'd rather rant about ridding the world of evil than taking action, so predictable. Oh, and your guest there leads an army composed of undead, happy huntings." Somehow from the above RPing, the diplomat concludes that the GoPG hates "everything that remotely seem[s] evil." ____________ Given all that, I was just pointing out earlier that trash-talk about the GoPG should at least be grounded in some vague representation of reality. It would seem that since the Knights offered an alliance and the GoPG accepted it, we do have some kind of agreement at the moment, but maybe this will clear up when Sil posts in the meeting thread.
jagggar 11-14-05, 11:05 PM	But she was scrying. As far as I know, there isn't yet some sort of spell that blocks scrying from all but good people or something along those lines. It's a bit foolish IMO to expect someone who's getting wackos threatening his guards right and left to not put up protections. So then it could be said to go back to "Arcanus: Human, Not Hero." (Or in my opinion, Hero because he's Human.)
Wilds 11-15-05, 12:08 AM	I am not a wacko.......I think :coolcthul
Demonfey 11-15-05, 12:22 AM	You threaten the guards? If so, then you're a wacko (and I was there when you did, so...yeah.)
Wilds 11-15-05, 12:57 AM	Lol. 5 1/2 RL hours equals how many game days/weeks/hours?
Demonfey 11-15-05, 01:01 AM	1 day.
Wilds 11-15-05, 01:05 AM	If u had to wait outside of a building for i think it equates to at least 3 days. And the person is charge was ignoring you wouldnt u get irrate? Well at least for Kelreth he does.... But he didnt kill any one...
Demonfey 11-15-05, 01:07 AM	True. And technically, Crowley was waiting with you, and he didn't even make the threat.
jagggar 11-15-05, 01:23 AM	And this is where I start smacking people upside the head with what little common sense I have. Anyone who thinks if I post something IC and it takes Orcy 2 RL days to get an IC reply to me, my character should start yelling at his because I had to wait X days needs to realize that all the Arena Matches are played out in Super-Slo-Mo. When that time formula is important is mainly when it comes to crafting.
Demonfey 11-15-05, 01:27 AM	Common sense, my greatest enemy... *turns to see calculus books* calculus, my greatest enemy...
Wilds 11-15-05, 01:57 AM	hit me if u want i doubt it will do any good. football and lacrosse have made my head pretty hard. not to mention i dont like change chem...... evill....
Orcy The Green Wonder 11-15-05, 10:43 AM	I promised myself I wouldn't get into this, but somehow I can't help myself... Well I don't disagree with the sentiment, if it were in fact the case that the GoPG in any way refused an alliance with the Knights. A full account of what actually transpired in game follows...(with comentary!) So the GoPG agrees to the alliance and tries to make friendly contact with the leader of the Knights, hoping to find out how they could help. Instead running with the RP opportunity, the leader of the Knights has the scrying mirror blow up in Silimna's face. The GoPG leader simply points out that an alliance is not a practicle idea without an efficient mode communication. It is never implied that the GoPG has declined assisstance or refused an alliance. Somehow from the above RPing, the diplomat concludes that the GoPG hates "everything that remotely seem[s] evil." ____________ Given all that, I was just pointing out earlier that trash-talk about the GoPG should at least be grounded in some vague representation of reality. It would seem that since the Knights offered an alliance and the GoPG accepted it, we do have some kind of agreement at the moment, but maybe this will clear up when Sil posts in the meeting thread. To adress these things first. Arcanus did not 'have the mirror blow up in Silimna's face' rather the vision of him was an illusion so they know exactly who it is that set up the defenses. A 'don't F*** with me message so to speak. It is not controlled, it block out all scrying. Orcy has had too many people 'spying' and such to suddenly appear and start talking about something they shouldn't know about. To the 'waiting a day' thing. Excuse Orcy if he has other things to do. School work, work work, and other such things take priority over a messageboard Orcy is sorry to say. Arcanus sees the GoPG as crusaders because you've left out the part where the Knight had to wait weeks for them to respond to him. The part where Silimna accuses him of having some sort of alterior motives and thinks he needs to be 'examined' over dinner or something like that. Theres no real reason for any of those things, but we didn't start a big paragraph about the Knights and accusations against them. It's in character, thats how it should stay.
Orcy The Green Wonder 11-15-05, 10:51 AM	Arcanus looks toward the hooded creature, but does not reply, glancing back toward the newcomer as a Knight brings a contract to him. The contract reads... "I swear never to stand against the Knights or betray them to any forces or creatures. I swear never to turn to evil, or in turn that I am not evil. I swear never to spy upon the Knights, and that I am not a spy against them. I swear never to strike down another Knight if it is within my power not to do so. Signed, __________" "The Knights will be glad to have you, we are always in search of more to battle the forces that are at work in this land. This guild of 'pure good' sees everything that is not it as evil it would seem. They do not trust us because we put the people first, and not laws. They have turned away my messanger because their attempt to spy upon me failed and they were met with our defenses against such things. So of course, it must have been a willing attack against them." Arcanus rolls his eyes and shakes his head with a sigh. "It grows hard to find allies these days when evil is sought even in men with the best intentions."
Demonfey 11-15-05, 10:57 AM	Of course, that's the best place to find it. As it is said, "The path to Hell is paved with good intentions." Well, okay, it's not true, it's actually paved with the frozen souls of people that get you out of showers and bed to try and sell you stuff, but still... Idea from Terry Pratchett, Good Omens.
Wilds 11-15-05, 11:37 AM	Nevermind orcy. I just got annoyed cause i saw u posting on other threads and guilds but totally ignored an appology. W/e its none and overwith
jagggar 11-15-05, 12:14 PM	Hmm, would it be possible to get some sort of procedures thing goin' on? Like somehow give the rest of the Knights (that would be us players I'm talkin' about) something to do while we ain't quite at war yet.
Wilds 11-15-05, 12:39 PM	training exercises and practice combat maneuvers are normal for an army preparing for war.
premier666 11-15-05, 04:01 PM	What about a knights tournament? like the ones in the middle ages, y'know?
Dyne 11-15-05, 06:13 PM	Arcanus looks toward the hooded creature, but does not reply, glancing back toward the newcomer as a Knight brings a contract to him. The contract reads... "I swear never to stand against the Knights or betray them to any forces or creatures. I swear never to turn to evil, or in turn that I am not evil. I swear never to spy upon the Knights, and that I am not a spy against them. I swear never to strike down another Knight if it is within my power not to do so. Signed, __________" "The Knights will be glad to have you, we are always in search of more to battle the forces that are at work in this land. This guild of 'pure good' sees everything that is not it as evil it would seem. They do not trust us because we put the people first, and not laws. They have turned away my messanger because their attempt to spy upon me failed and they were met with our defenses against such things. So of course, it must have been a willing attack against them." Arcanus rolls his eyes and shakes his head with a sigh. "It grows hard to find allies these days when evil is sought even in men with the best intentions." Sir William Emrys looks the contract over, signs it with little hesitation, and casually gives it back to the knight. "I am proud to serve a worthy cause. "I am sure it was all a misunderstanding. I have heard there is a ball or some sort of inter-guild meeting? Perhaps we could get this all straightened out there. I would be proud to represent Ghashmal Keep's interests at such a social gathering."
Dyne 11-15-05, 06:15 PM	What about a knights tournament? like the ones in the middle ages, y'know? WONDERFUL idea! A tournament would be awesome. There are plenty of different types of martial competitions in Complete Warrior. Perhaps we could host a festival that includes many different types of events, such as jousting, archery, etc.
premier666 11-15-05, 06:26 PM	WONDERFUL idea! A tournament would be awesome. There are plenty of different types of martial competitions in Complete Warrior. Perhaps we could host a festival that includes many different types of events, such as jousting, archery, etc. Yeah jousting is kinda rare in D&D isn't it? Wich is strange since most of the middle ages fighting was made of knights.
Wilds 11-15-05, 06:42 PM	that prolly partly due to the fact that jousting was outlawed by the church cause knights got bored and started to kill each other. Jousting wasnt all they did either. Live real(fake) battles inside of an arena between hundreds of knights. Death in a can
Dyne 11-15-05, 06:47 PM	that prolly partly due to the fact that jousting was outlawed by the church cause knights got bored and started to kill each other. Jousting wasnt all they did either. Live real(fake) battles inside of an arena between hundreds of knights. Death in a can The church always outlawed the things that were "fun." ;)
premier666 11-15-05, 06:53 PM	that prolly partly due to the fact that jousting was outlawed by the church cause knights got bored and started to kill each other. Jousting wasnt all they did either. Live real(fake) battles inside of an arena between hundreds of knights. Death in a can Must've been a joy to watch.
jagggar 11-15-05, 07:17 PM	No, really was death in a can. If you didn't die by your enemy's sword, it was probably because you got broiled inside your armor. I don't recall hearing the church outlawed jousting. But even if it did, I don't think that would be a reason for jousting to be nearly absent from D&D. Pulling it out of my donkey, I'd say adventurers are tasty enough, you don't to increase your chances of being eaten by riding around on an even bigger meal. 'Sides, who wants to watch a couple of guys on horses hit eachother with big sticks when you can watch mages blow things up.
premier666 11-15-05, 07:25 PM	No, really was death in a can. If you didn't die by your enemy's sword, it was probably because you got broiled inside your armor. I don't recall hearing the church outlawed jousting. But even if it did, I don't think that would be a reason for jousting to be nearly absent from D&D. Pulling it out of my donkey, I'd say adventurers are tasty enough, you don't to increase your chances of being eaten by riding around on an even bigger meal. 'Sides, who wants to watch a couple of guys on horses hit eachother with big sticks when you can watch mages blow things up. true. But still, a jousting contest would be interesting for an organisation of KNIGHTS wouldn't it?
Demonfey 11-15-05, 07:31 PM	Do any of you actually have skill points in ride?
Wilds 11-15-05, 07:31 PM	Must've been a joy to watch. id guess so. Till your loved one gets ran through then not fun
premier666 11-15-05, 07:37 PM	Do any of you actually have skill points in ride? I do.
Dyne 11-15-05, 07:50 PM	Do any of you actually have skill points in ride? Actually, my character William Emrys is an Elritch Knight/Cavalier. He specializes in mounted warfare. Feeling rather anxious, young William stands. "I shall see what I can do to secure that alliance." He then walks from the halls of Ghashmal Keep.
Orcy The Green Wonder 11-20-05, 03:11 PM	Various items float into the Keep and begin setting themselves up in different locations. Magics begin taking effect on the keep as parts of it build themselves. Arcanus nods and leans back in the throne, finally the Keep would be finished. Of course... this meant that war would soon be coming. Orcy needed a bump... and he needs to finish the Keep's defences... so this seemed like a good one... Also.. is crowley still here?
Demonfey 11-20-05, 06:58 PM	Sure.
Dyne 11-22-05, 12:36 AM	Various items float into the Keep and begin setting themselves up in different locations. Magics begin taking effect on the keep as parts of it build themselves. Arcanus nods and leans back in the throne, finally the Keep would be finished. Of course... this meant that war would soon be coming. Orcy needed a bump... and he needs to finish the Keep's defences... so this seemed like a good one... Also.. is crowley still here? William stared, watching the magic at work. Apparently, he seemed to have never seen anything like it. The young man approaches Arcanus's throne, and he bows before it. "Lord Arcanus, I have overheard some of the 'evil folk' talking about different territories they plan on controlling. Perhaps now is a good time to think about expanding our borders? We do not want to find ourselves at a disadvantage to our foes, who will surely suck the land dry to power their war machines."
Demonfey 11-22-05, 12:54 AM	Technically, you already are. We have Tortuga!
Dyne 11-22-05, 12:55 AM	Technically, you already are. We have Tortuga! Is it even possible to claim an entire city? I was under the impression that cities contained multiple districts, the individual parts of which could be controlled.
Demonfey 11-22-05, 12:57 AM	I checked into that in the IFWG meta thread. Here: Originally Posted by Demonfey Jagggar, can a guild start in a city? Yes. If it's not Tyrannor Proper, I've got a little bit of work to do though. (not too much though) It also stands to reason that since it's an NPC, jagggar will probably grab at the chance to have him/her charge insane prices. Typing on my other reply.
Dyne 11-22-05, 01:03 AM	I checked into that in the IFWG meta thread. Here: Note how she said "I've got a lot of work to do," which I took to mean "I've got to make districts for it." Take Tyranor Proper (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v356/Kingside_Bishop/TyranorProperWithTextinJPEG.jpg) for example.
Demonfey 11-22-05, 01:06 AM	:eek: Holy ****. Nevermind. We will have a toe hold in a city, then!
Orcy The Green Wonder 11-23-05, 01:29 AM	William stared, watching the magic at work. Apparently, he seemed to have never seen anything like it. The young man approaches Arcanus's throne, and he bows before it. "Lord Arcanus, I have overheard some of the 'evil folk' talking about different territories they plan on controlling. Perhaps now is a good time to think about expanding our borders? We do not want to find ourselves at a disadvantage to our foes, who will surely suck the land dry to power their war machines." Arcanus looks toward the young man and nods. Leaning his back against the throne he smiles and motions toward Divinus, who stands at his side. "Indeed, I have heard of these things as well. I have a few ideas worked out currently on which territories I will approach in seeking thair approval of our 'occupation' in their lands if the land is 'claimed.' If not, we shall build outposts in different lands to further it's uses and help it grow."
Demonfey 11-23-05, 01:31 AM	For the record, I have what I want territory wise right now.
Zombomaniac 11-23-05, 01:39 AM	i am also trying to get mine.
Dyne 11-26-05, 12:48 AM	The portculli rattle upward as Sir William Emrys rides into the couryard on his best steed. He is met there by his attendant. "How faired the conference, Sir?" "Not as well as I had hoped. Silimna and her Drow followers are very intent on distancing themselves from us. An alliance seems very unlikely, for their pride stands in the way. We may only be able to hope they are humbled when the forces of Evil throw down their door. "Rally the cavalry. We begin training and preparations today. If Ghashmal Keep must stand alone against its enemies, we will need every advantage."
Zombomaniac 11-26-05, 12:56 AM	A tall man is fine clothing of blue and green enters the Keep. He has a stong build and a joyus face. He carrys a large sword on his back and several other small addornments. "Hello, Fine Sir! Am i correct in this be the Keep of the Knights I have been told some much of? please answer quickly lad for I have a town to build."
Demonfey 11-26-05, 01:02 AM	You know I'm still here, right?
Dyne 11-26-05, 01:11 AM	A tall man is fine clothing of blue and green enters the Keep. He has a stong build and a joyus face. He carrys a large sword on his back and several other small addornments. "Hello, Fine Sir! Am i correct in this be the Keep of the Knights I have been told some much of? please answer quickly lad for I have a town to build." "Indeed, we are the Knights Von Drache, of Ghashmal Keep. Am I correct in assuming you represent Stone Town?"
Zombomaniac 11-26-05, 01:32 AM	"Indeed, we are the Knights Von Drache, of Ghashmal Keep. Am I correct in assuming you represent Stone Town?" "Yes, lad, yes! Quite the mind you got to figure that out. Though I suppose I didn't make it to hard for ya e'?" The man gives Willaim a good pat on teh shoulder at his joke. Though the pat is more like a shove really. "Name's Micheal. Mayor of Stone Town, I am. I was sent to talk of alliances with the Knights. Gabe' would hav' come himself, but is a little too busy at the conference or some such. Dont pay much attention to the crazy fool ant how, but the man's got my respect and loyalty for everything he has dont for Stone Town. Used to be we were no more than a little Rock Village till he came along, but tell me lad what say you for alliances? Can Stone Town trust you with it's back?"
Dyne 11-26-05, 01:34 AM	"Yes, lad, yes! Quite the mind you got to figure that out. Though I suppose I didn't make it to hard for ya e'?" The man gives Willaim a good pat on teh shoulder at his joke. Though the pat is more like a shove really."Name's Micheal. Mayor of Stone Town, I am. I was sent to talk of alliances with the Knights. Gabe' would hav' come himself, but is a little too busy at the conference or some such. Dont pay much attention to the crazy fool ant how, but the man's got my respect and loyalty for everything he has dont for Stone Town. Used to be we were no more than a little Rock Village till he came along, but tell me lad what say you for alliances? Can Stone Town trust you with it's back?" "Although I would indeed support an alliance with your people, I have no power to make decisions for Ghashmal Keep. Arcanus is our leader, but I believe he is away at the Inter-Guild Conference."
Zombomaniac 11-26-05, 01:56 AM	"Then we must merely wait for Sir Arcanus to return. In the mean time why dont ye speak of your self. Tell me a bit of your history, lad. We can exchange stories as it were."
Dyne 11-26-05, 02:04 AM	"I do not have much as far as a history. I am called Sir William Emrys, and I am a knight. I spent my life training to be a warrior, until I reached the age of 21 and attained knighthood. Shortly afterwards, I was discovered to have talents in the arts of sorcery. I spent much of my time developing these talents, until I could become an Eldritch Knight and blend sword and sorcery together. "I have recently been in search of a noble patron, since I was in need of support. Being a naturally good rider and enjoying being around horses, I took to the sport of jousting, in hopes that my mounted skills would make me an attractive addition to a fighting force. "I then heard of the noble Knights Von Drache, and I made my way to Ghashmal Keep to dedicate my life to their cause. Of course, between becoming a knight and joining the Knights Von Drache, I have embarked on many minor adventures, and I have had my share of encounters with monsters, but those are stories for another time."
Zombomaniac 11-28-05, 12:50 AM	"Thats a mighty grand story ye have there lad. You shouldn't think so little of it! But enough of our banter shouldnt that Meeting be done and gone by now? Surely your Lord is back." :bump:
Orcy The Green Wonder 11-28-05, 02:46 AM	Arcanus enters the Keep, still appearing a bit angry from his earlier meeting. Heading straight to the throne room he takes a seat on the throne and sighs. He places his head in the palm of one hand and and makes a sort of moaning growl as he sits up straight. "THAT was the WORST meeting I have EVER been to! That woman is infuriating, it is no wonder the evil guilds wish her dead! How can someone be so hard headed and resistant to an alliance that can only do good!? What kind of fool turns down help when they are most obviously the target of the dark forces currently at work in this world. That woman is rediculous!" Arcanus rants to seemingly nobody. Apparently he didn't even notice the others in the room in his anger. He pauses after his shouting and looks toward the others that are in the room, he blinks and looks from side to side before adjusting his clothing. "Ah... ehm... hello."
Demonfey 11-28-05, 02:49 AM	Crowley just slowly edges out of the building, trying not to draw the attention of the man that can make prismatic color walls who is currently ****** off.
premier666 11-28-05, 11:00 AM	OOC: Seriously, did we made ANY alliances?
Orcy The Green Wonder 11-28-05, 12:06 PM	OOC: Seriously, did we made ANY alliances? At the conferance? No. Though Divinus has just made an alliance with the Refuge... though Orcy doesn't see them as a large military force. Orcy believes that there is also a representative of stone town here whom he needs to speak with. Other than that... we've made nothing new (since the archmages were already allies).
Demonfey 11-28-05, 12:10 PM	You did earn respect there, though. The only reason the GoPG is rating higher than the Keep as a target is because the keep is currently too well protected for anything short of a masterpiece plan to break through its defenses, and then there's Arcanus himself...
Orcy The Green Wonder 11-28-05, 12:21 PM	You did earn respect there, though. The only reason the GoPG is rating higher than the Keep as a target is because the keep is currently too well protected for anything short of a masterpiece plan to break through its defenses, and then there's Arcanus himself... Well thank you, Orcy likes to know that his work has done what it was meant to. He wanted to make sure that it would be possible to last with so many evil guilds running around.
Demonfey 11-28-05, 12:29 PM	You will probably last a while, although I am toying around with a multitude of ideas... :devil:
premier666 11-28-05, 04:04 PM	So the alliance to the council was a military one or a no agression pact?
Demonfey 11-28-05, 04:48 PM	Pretty sure the original was the standard, "the CoA will not officially attack you, although members acting of their own volition and upon other alliances are not held to this, you don't attack us for said members acting on their other alliances."
premier666 11-28-05, 04:57 PM	good :D
jagggar 11-28-05, 05:01 PM	I believe we also have a similar deal with the psions.
Orcy The Green Wonder 11-28-05, 05:15 PM	I believe we also have a similar deal with the psions. Yes, thats the one Orcy wasn't remembering. We have a defensive pact with the Psions, who are our neighbors. We defend them, they defend us.
Dyne 11-28-05, 05:34 PM	Young William is slightly embarrassed at Arcanus's outburst, but he for the most part feels the same way. "It is my opinion that Silimna and her Drow kin are corrupt. They seem shrouded in deception, and it would not take a great imagination to see them as an asset of Evil." A man bearing the crest of Cormyr on his surcoat walks into the keep and hands William a note. He stands quiet, awaiting a reply while William considers the message. At last, he dismisses the messenger. "It seems I have been called to the service of Cormyr. The wish me to become the new commander for the Purple Dragons." He pauses a moment, contemplating the great honor of this calling. "If you would excuse me, Milord, I must visit the main stronghold immediately. I assure you that my service to the throne of Cormyr shall not diminish my dedication to this keep and its knights." He then departs.
Orcy The Green Wonder 11-29-05, 01:29 PM	Arcanus looks around the room. He scratches his head as he thinks, looking about and resting against the back of his throne. "Was there a representative of this 'stone town' somewhere here? I believe I was told that one was waiting for me."
jagggar 11-29-05, 01:57 PM	Are PC members of the guild given anything to wear that signifies they're members of the Knights Von Drache? Darby waits for a time after hearing Arcanus arrive back from the conference, then heads out without her swords.
Orcy The Green Wonder 11-29-05, 02:00 PM	Hmm... a good idea, Orcy would say a tabbard, black with a red eyes symbol on it (the Symbol Orcy wears, which is the symbol the Knights use).
premier666 11-29-05, 05:44 PM	Hmm... a good idea, Orcy would say a tabbard, black with a red eyes symbol on it (the Symbol Orcy wears, which is the symbol the Knights use). My english is not that good. What is a tabbard?
jagggar 11-29-05, 05:56 PM	Don't worry, I had to look it up myself. Orcy's actually got an extra 'b' in there. I came up with these from answers.com for "tabard". A short, heavy cape of coarse cloth formerly worn outdoors. . A tunic or capelike garment worn by a knight over his armor and emblazoned with his coat of arms. A similar garment worn by a herald and bearing his lord's coat of arms. An embroidered pennant attached to a trumpet. I'm assuming it's the second definition Orcy means. Google Image Search (http://images.google.com/images?q=tabard&hl=en&btnG=Search+Images)
premier666 11-29-05, 06:00 PM	Don't worry, I had to look it up myself. Orcy's actually got an extra 'b' in there. I came up with these from answers.com for "tabard". A short, heavy cape of coarse cloth formerly worn outdoors. . A tunic or capelike garment worn by a knight over his armor and emblazoned with his coat of arms. A similar garment worn by a herald and bearing his lord's coat of arms. An embroidered pennant attached to a trumpet. I'm assuming it's the second definition Orcy means. Google Image Search (http://images.google.com/images?q=tabard&hl=en&btnG=Search+Images) Okay thanks
Demonfey 11-29-05, 06:07 PM	Someone should mention this at the Stormhand.
Dyne 11-29-05, 06:34 PM	Someone should mention this at the Stormhand. That's a good idea... more goodies for the members shouldn't hurt anything.
Zombomaniac 11-29-05, 10:59 PM	"Yes Sir Knight there by a man from Stone Town among ye. I be Micheal, Mayor of Stone Town. Gabe woulda come him self, but he be busy with the building of the Town now that the Meetten be over. We of Stone Town want to know it we can trust you with our backs Sir."
Orcy The Green Wonder 11-30-05, 12:57 AM	Don't worry, I had to look it up myself. Orcy's actually got an extra 'b' in there. I came up with these from answers.com for "tabard". A short, heavy cape of coarse cloth formerly worn outdoors. . A tunic or capelike garment worn by a knight over his armor and emblazoned with his coat of arms. A similar garment worn by a herald and bearing his lord's coat of arms. An embroidered pennant attached to a trumpet. I'm assuming it's the second definition Orcy means. Google Image Search (http://images.google.com/images?q=tabard&hl=en&btnG=Search+Images) Yes, thats the one. Orcy has a habit of adding an extra b or d in words sometimes. He never was the best at spelling, he much prefers speaking, because then he doesn't have to worry about spelling something wrong... and he is less likely to run into the 'grammar nazis' whom he hates... a great great deal.... Arcanus looks toward the mayor and nods after he finishes speaking. "Yes, I do believe we can work out an agreement. The Knights would be very happy to assist a growing town in defending itself from tyranny and those of the evil sort. But know if the Guild of Ultimate evil uses your city as a sort of outpost, it may be difficult for communications and such, as I am aware you have an agreement with them."
Demonfey 11-30-05, 01:05 AM	*Knocks on the door, since he never really leaves anyplace* We made a non-agression, land, and trade agreement. We have Deeping Quarry, they wanted to live there too, and there are advantages to having a town practically in your back yard, and all.
Orcy The Green Wonder 12-01-05, 11:39 PM	There, Orcy believes he has finally finished the guild's defences. Now... who wants to test them? :plotting: :devil: :evillaugh
Zombomaniac 12-01-05, 11:42 PM	Orcy what kind of spells can your guild cast? Basicly what list do you have access to as a guild?
Orcy The Green Wonder 12-01-05, 11:45 PM	Whatever casters join the Keep. Arcanus is an arcane caster (full sorc spell progression). The NPCs if thats what you mean are arcane casters. There aren't many divine casters because the guild is not a church or anything of that sort.
Zombomaniac 12-01-05, 11:46 PM	Whatever casters join the Keep. Arcanus is an arcane caster (full sorc spell progression). The NPCs if thats what you mean are arcane casters. There aren't many divine casters because the guild is not a church or anything of that sort. i'll keep this in mind. thank you.
Demonfey 12-01-05, 11:46 PM	There, Orcy believes he has finally finished the guild's defences. Now... who wants to test them? :plotting: :devil: :evillaugh Prepare the firebombs and the dirgible! We have some carpet bombing to do! Just kidding.
Wilds 12-02-05, 12:11 AM	Prepare the firebombs and the dirgible! We have some carpet bombing to do! Just kidding. !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Ooo..... grrrrrrrrrr................ :raincloud
Dyne 12-02-05, 02:14 PM	Just a heads up: I've changed my Sir William Emrys character a great deal. He is no longer an Eldritch Knight, and he is instead a Fighter, Paladin, Purple Dragon Knight, Cavalier, and Lord of Men (my PrC, basically the human version of Orc Warlord). I'm too lazy to think very far into his background right now, but I'll update it once I've got the details figured out.
Kobold_Ur_Priest 12-04-05, 12:25 AM	nevermind
Orcy The Green Wonder 12-04-05, 12:36 AM	@ Orcy: Priest looks upon the strange being: " What have you of MY requests friend" is there any way you can make me an intelligent staff composed of chains, bound with a kyton & able to self cast/recharge spells( like dancing chains and such) and move on its own accord? i want it for a plan i have... This is Ghashmal Keep. It is not in any way associated with Glenn. There would be no way you would make it inside the keep, because the guards would not allow you inside. If you want to speak with Glenn... go to the merchants guild.
Zombomaniac 12-04-05, 10:21 AM	Arcanus looks toward the mayor and nods after he finishes speaking. "Yes, I do believe we can work out an agreement. The Knights would be very happy to assist a growing town in defending itself from tyranny and those of the evil sort. But know if the Guild of Ultimate evil uses your city as a sort of outpost, it may be difficult for communications and such, as I am aware you have an agreement with them." "Ye needn't worry yourself Sir Knight. We of the Order and the GoUE have agreed not to bother eachother. You and your lads can come and go as ye please and need not be bothered by the Cold Blood's Guild. So do you wish for a basic agreement? Or be we looken for a more advanced one?" Cold Blood refers to DF's Snake PC that runs the GoUE.
Demonfey 12-04-05, 05:49 PM	Igor slithers into the throne room. Oh, um...hello. I'm Igor. Just ignore me...
Xen155 12-05-05, 10:49 PM	Pretty sure the original was the standard, "the CoA will not officially attack you, although members acting of their own volition and upon other alliances are not held to this, you don't attack us for said members acting on their other alliances." Perfectly sumerized Demonfey, and though I dont speak for the Council anymore that was the jest of the alliance. An elf walks up to the doors and stands before the door guards. When examined more closely it appears to be Xen. He has lost the colorfull robe and cape, and his hat has been switched to a old dark brown one that covers his downcast eyes. I seek entrance to the halls of Ghashmal Keep, if for but awhile. He says in a feeble and beaten voice. Not seeming to truely care if he is turned away, or even run through by the Keep's guards.
Piano Man 12-07-05, 11:00 PM	I think this place would be ideal for my Chaotic Bard, I like the doing right regardless of whats legal, as long as its no BrotherHood of Shadows type. I'll ask OOC first, may I join. And now IC. A Darkly clad man (the Avatar is his image) walks up to the guards with a springing dexterious step. Hello, im The Piano Man if ya care. I read your sign down the road there and thought, Im awfully hungry..., and then, that sounds like an organization I could work for! So should I be talking to you or some other person with perhaps a higher "ranking" than you? He looks past the guards and the rather sad looking elf and peers inside the keep. Hello?
Demonfey 12-08-05, 01:10 AM	The first person (at least, you think it's a person-it's kind of hard to be sure with the tentacles, wings, undead arm, scars, serpent tail, bulging eyeballs, strange, chitinous skin, and dead looking eye) you see is Igor. Um...hello...
Piano Man 12-08-05, 05:27 PM	The Piano Man pauses for just what would be considered inpolite. He examins the... creature closely and responds. Greetings, are you the leader of this fine organization? I seek to join and aid in any way I can.
Demonfey 12-08-05, 05:34 PM	Do I look like someone people would follow for anything besides trying to figure out what I am? Lord Arcanus reigns here, although he's been a little busy. You and the sad elf can come in to wait, just as long as you leave all weaponry with the guards and don't mind me keeping an eye on you.
Wilds 12-08-05, 05:57 PM	Kelreth walks to the front of the Keep. "There is a freelance in our great land. If he comes here, I would like to request that he be contained until we arrive to talk with him. He seems to think that he will do what he pleases. And is a rogue element, more so than we are."
Demonfey 12-08-05, 05:58 PM	I'll make sure to tell him. I'm not sure if he still has any resentment towards assassins, though.
Wilds 12-08-05, 06:03 PM	"It is ok if he resents us. Just remind him that we have a code, this person has none and kills for the challenge. He is more reckless than we are."
Orcy The Green Wonder 12-08-05, 07:46 PM	The Guards stand aside and allow Xen and the newcomer entrance into the Keep. Inside, Arcanus sits in his throne speaking to another man. He looks over the representative of stone town and nods. "Yes, I believe an agreement between our two peoples will be in order then. A 'basic' agreement should work just fine, with the only requirement that you not hide any members of the evil guilds should they come to you. Not that I believe you would do such, but as you occupy the same lands, it should be said."
Demonfey 12-08-05, 07:48 PM	Part of the contract: they're on shared lands, we can do business with them and send our merchants with them and vice versa.
Orcy The Green Wonder 12-08-05, 07:54 PM	"Crowley, I am going to ask you to kindly remove yourself from the Keep. I am growing sick of you simply strutting around in whatever body you please, wherever you please. Leave here now, we won't have you standing around and listening to us any longer." It doesn't make sense to Orcy for crowley to be here... and he just keeps poping in...
Demonfey 12-08-05, 08:02 PM	Sorry. Mentioning something. Old habit. Sorry about that. Bye. *Poof*(he left, and I'm too lazy to come up with a how)
jagggar 12-08-05, 08:14 PM	Yeah, it makes much more sense for Crowley to hang out at the GoPG. ;)
Demonfey 12-08-05, 08:15 PM	It allows me to pester them into not thinking defenses through.
Wilds 12-08-05, 09:53 PM	pester um into declaring a territory, they've had same time as the rest of us
Piano Man 12-09-05, 12:04 AM	Whenever your Lordship finds time I wish to pledge my alliegence to him and his just and sensible cause. The Piano Man enters the keep with a amussed look on his face, he stands so that he is noticeable but not demanding the Lord of the Knights valuable time.
Demonfey 12-09-05, 12:06 AM	Shall I get the paperwork?
Xen155 12-09-05, 12:15 AM	Xen passes quitely to a table and sits with a sigh, he pulls a drink out of a bag at his waist and begins drinking, heavily, of its contents. The smell of strong alcohol floats around his person. He mumbles something about pardons and thankyous.
Zombomaniac 12-09-05, 08:46 AM	"Then let the agreement be struck, My Friend. Let it be known that The Keep and The Order are allies and brothers in arms. Aswell to this agreement I wish to add that our forces be allowed into eachothers lands with great ease, but as you mentioned we of the Order share lands. Though you need not worry for Stone Town holds it's territory with the Quarry."
Orcy The Green Wonder 12-10-05, 02:20 AM	Arcanus nods toward the representative of Stone Town. Then sends another nod toward Igor in recognition of his question. "Indeed, I believe such a matter would be beneficial to us both. But I must stress that we will not allow soldiers free acess to the Keep. They will be allowed to pass through, and camp in our lands. But we cannot give them free reign of the keep. Now, I have other matters to attend to..." Arcanus stands and approaches Xen, placing a hand upon his back he looks down at him. Kneeling at his side he looks to Xen's face and stares into his eyes. "What troubles you my friend? Is it anything I can help you with...?"
Xen155 12-10-05, 12:51 PM	The eyes of Xen have become dull almost lifeless things. He looks at Arcanus slowly. I am afraid your help would be wasted upon one such as me Lord Arcanus, I am incapable of helping anyone now I fear. I am a coward who uses his talents to run away instead of fight by my freinds sides.. He looks away now not completly talking to Arcanus. I ran away when my alies needed me most, watched again as no help came to them, and stood by while the Darkness, which I have proclaimed as my enemy, took the once great place and transformed it into a place of the damned. What good am I? I will trouble you little Lord Arcanus. I will... I will... The drink apparently taking its final hold of him, he falls into a deep sleep right were he sits.
Zombomaniac 12-10-05, 12:57 PM	A young man comes over to Xen's side and places the aged Wizards hands in is his lap (Xen's lap ot the young man's). You see that it is the Diplomat that Jacob had sent so long ago. He wears different clothes now. Wearing worn traveling clothes and a faded Violet vest he easily picks up the sleeping Arch-Mage. "With your leave, Lord Arcanus I shall place him in a room to sleep this off." You see on the Diplomat's right hand a rusted old Guantlet bearing the Symbol of the Kinights and see that you are looking at it the man simpley smilies. "The blacksmith said it was useless now and was going to melt it down as scrap. I talked him into letting me have it. I hope you dont mind me wearing your symbol."
Orcy The Green Wonder 12-10-05, 09:01 PM	Arcanus sighs and nods toward the man. Motioning for a guard to go with him. He still didn't trust the man, he was one from the Stormhand federation, which was now run by that witch and her mind control. The guard nods and approaches the 'diplomat' that has been staying in the keep. He looks at him as if to say 'you aren't going anywhere without me.' Arcanus stands and sighs again, walking back to his throne and taking a seat he looks toward Igor after composing himself. "Now... Igor. You mentioned a man who wished to join up didn't you? I suppose I should get back to the business at hand..."
Demonfey 12-10-05, 10:05 PM	He's the guy who came in with Xen. Want me to get the paperwork ready while you interview him, sir?
Zombomaniac 12-11-05, 03:45 AM	The Diplomat accepts the Guards presence without the smallest bit of anger or insult, he even address the Knight by name as they take Xen to a room.
Orcy The Green Wonder 12-12-05, 09:18 PM	Arcanus nods toward Igor. Waving his hand dismissively toward him he looks at the man who had been brought into the halls. "So, why do you wish to be a Knight here? You realize that we are in a time of much conflict. The world rests at an imbalance, those who would have been our allies have refused us and left us to fend for ourselves. The 'guild of pure good' has proven themselves to be nothing more than imitators. They care not for us or for the people. But that is not a matter for now. Tell me what has brought you here."
jagggar 12-12-05, 09:32 PM	Speaking of the contract, any official magical bindingness of it yet?
Orcy The Green Wonder 12-12-05, 09:34 PM	Speaking of the contract, any official magical bindingness of it yet? Sorry, orcy isn't sure what you mean.
jagggar 12-12-05, 09:47 PM	Weren't you originally going to have the contracts have magic backing them up? Not sure if it was worked out yet or still planned.
Dyne 12-12-05, 09:53 PM	Weren't you originally going to have the contracts have magic backing them up? Not sure if it was worked out yet or still planned. The contracts are Contracts of Nepthas from Complete Arcane. If the contract is broken, the subject is struck deaf, blind, and mute (no save). Sir Emrys rides into the courtyard of Ghashmal Keep. His surcoat bears the coat of arms of Cormyr as he dismounts and strides into the halls and toward the throne room. "Lord Arcanus, if you have the time, I would like to discuss a political alliance between the Purple Dragons of Cormyr, which are now under my command, and the Knights Von Drache. Our two groups are already closely tied together, an alliance only seems fitting."
Orcy The Green Wonder 12-12-05, 09:56 PM	The contracts are Contracts of Nepthas from Complete Arcane. If the contract is broken, the subject is struck deaf, blind, and mute (no save). Those would be the ones.
jagggar 12-12-05, 09:59 PM	Ah, I'm extremely behind on books so I'm lost with probably too much.
Piano Man 12-14-05, 09:19 PM	The Piano Man bows when he is aknowledged by the Lord of Ghashmal Keep. I wish to join the ranks of your Knights. From the places I have examined both from inside and afar this place seems the best to spread the song of good to those without. And, if what your sign says is true, I wont have to worry about the arbitrary rules of others. I find myself skilled in the beautifull art of singing magics. I am studied in many, many different instruments, though I prefer the piano, and though perhaps not the most usefull skill in battle, with which I am no stranger, it has on occasion helped an army fight on to victory. He bows low once again, a testing look in his eye. Lord Arcanus... WHAT SAY YOU?
turalisj 12-14-05, 09:25 PM	*aragorn, legolas, gimli, frodo, and gandalf all gang up on piano man* no quoting from LotR :P
Orcy The Green Wonder 12-14-05, 09:37 PM	Arcanus looks the piano man over. Resting his arms on the throne's armrests, he appears to be in thought. Placing his head against the back of the throne he looks upward, then nods toward the bard. "Indeed, you will be allowed to join us here. We Knights are dedicated to fighting Tyranny in all forms that it might take. The only requirement is that you sign a contract to ensure your loyalty. We must make such a process necessary because of the many spies and enemies that lurk in these lands. Igor will bring the paperwork shortly."
Demonfey 12-14-05, 09:44 PM	Ah, here it is. *Slithers over holding the paperwork and, with a pen, points to three spots. Sign here, here, and twice here.
Dyne 12-14-05, 09:52 PM	"Well met, stranger," Sit Emrys says addressing the piano man. "It is good to see honorable men that are dedicated to a noble cause. "Lord Arcanus, as I said, I have been put in charge of the Purple Dragons of Cormyr. As such, I would like to make an alliance with Ghashmal Keep."
Piano Man 12-15-05, 01:22 AM	Arcanus looks the piano man over. Resting his arms on the throne's armrests, he appears to be in thought. Placing his head against the back of the throne he looks upward, then nods toward the bard. "Indeed, you will be allowed to join us here. We Knights are dedicated to fighting Tyranny in all forms that it might take. The only requirement is that you sign a contract to ensure your loyalty. We must make such a process necessary because of the many spies and enemies that lurk in these lands. Igor will bring the paperwork shortly." My loyalty is yours so long as the Knights fight for the song. He bows deeply. Then looks over "Igor" and smiles then looks over at the paper and frowns. Ahh the nessesities of our times. Well, so long as we do not get tangled in a mess of ceremony and pomp .. He signs the papers where Igor directs and turns toward Emrys. I thankyou for the kind words, and though I have never really considered my self "honerable" it is indeed good to see those strong in conviction to bring song to the world. He bows deeply again and looks up. So, another unfamiliar roof to call home... Would you have me set to any task Mi'lord? In response to turalisj: I did not relize it was a quote from LotR. But I think I could take em if they came at me. ;)
Dyne 12-18-05, 03:00 PM	The contracts are Contracts of Nepthas from Complete Arcane. If the contract is broken, the subject is struck deaf, blind, and mute (no save). Sir Emrys rides into the courtyard of Ghashmal Keep. His surcoat bears the coat of arms of Cormyr as he dismounts and strides into the halls and toward the throne room. "Lord Arcanus, if you have the time, I would like to discuss a political alliance between the Purple Dragons of Cormyr, which are now under my command, and the Knights Von Drache. Our two groups are already closely tied together, an alliance only seems fitting." "Well met, stranger," Sit Emrys says addressing the piano man. "It is good to see honorable men that are dedicated to a noble cause. "Lord Arcanus, as I said, I have been put in charge of the Purple Dragons of Cormyr. As such, I would like to make an alliance with Ghashmal Keep." Have I accidentally upset some people? Because I seem to be getting ignored an awful lot lately (and not just this guild). If I have, I truly am sorry to whomever I have trespassed upon.
jagggar 12-18-05, 03:05 PM	Me thinks a fair amount of it is just that the boards have been slow lately.
Dyne 12-18-05, 03:08 PM	Me thinks a fair amount of it is just that the boards have been slow lately. Probably. I'm guessing people are just really bummed out lately. Still, I can't help but get the feeling that I've done something wrong.
Orcy The Green Wonder 12-18-05, 03:19 PM	Orcy has just been a bit busy lately. When he is around theres no posting, when he isn't around, a whole lot of posts pop up. He seems to have missed a few in the process. That and there have been a few 'behind the scenes' things happening, he'll leave you to guess what those might be ;) Arcanus looks toward the young Sir Emrys and nods. Placing a hand to his chin he strokes his beard in thought. Leaning back he nods once more. "I do believe it would be beneficial to have the Purple Dragons close. You are well respected in your home lands, and I would hope you will keep this respect here. We will accept an alliance with the Purple Dragons. Let us hope the days to come will not require that we call on eachother. But I know that it will very likely be the opposite."
Dyne 12-18-05, 03:28 PM	Emrys nods. "The Purple Dragons are defenders of peace and upholders of justice. Because of recent happenings in these parts, we have a small garrison stationed here. If you ever require it, you can count on us for aid." I mentioned it in an email awhile back, but never got a response. Would it be a terrible idea to have Faerun and Eberron physically in the IFWG? They could either be alternate planes of existence, or we add them on as continents to the main map. There are at least a few characters and guilds dedicated to these campaign settings, including Emrys and the Purple Dragons, and it might make the game more interesting.
jagggar 12-18-05, 05:04 PM	I mentioned it in an email awhile back, but never got a response. Would it be a terrible idea to have Faerun and Eberron physically in the IFWG? They could either be alternate planes of existence, or we add them on as continents to the main map. There are at least a few characters and guilds dedicated to these campaign settings, including Emrys and the Purple Dragons, and it might make the game more interesting. No answer 'cause it wasn't quite the place. Put the idea up on Meta and see if anyone has anything to say about it (well, if anyone other than me still checks that thread. . .)
premier666 12-19-05, 01:44 PM	Emrys nods. "The Purple Dragons are defenders of peace and upholders of justice. Because of recent happenings in these parts, we have a small garrison stationed here. If you ever require it, you can count on us for aid." I mentioned it in an email awhile back, but never got a response. Would it be a terrible idea to have Faerun and Eberron physically in the IFWG? They could either be alternate planes of existence, or we add them on as continents to the main map. There are at least a few characters and guilds dedicated to these campaign settings, including Emrys and the Purple Dragons, and it might make the game more interesting. Mandos looks at Emrys, with a curious look. The purple dragons eh? I heard quite a few good things about them. I hope I will have the honor to fight by your side one day.
Orcy The Green Wonder 12-19-05, 03:46 PM	The wind blows hard, pushing the doors wide open. The lights within the building go low and dim as a harsh wind blows through the halls. A figure in a long black cloak with hidden features appears. It stands facing the throne before it suddenly vanishes. Seconds later it appears once more, standing facing sideways with it's head toward the throne closer to it this time. It vanishes again and appears standing directly infront of the throne, staring down at Arcanus before vanishing yet again. The winds suddenly reverse and blow back out of the keep, closing the doors as the winds rush back out.
Piano Man 12-19-05, 10:02 PM	The Piano Man runs over to the doors and throws them open with a glowing gold scimitar drawn. Seeing nothing (Im guessing) he closes them and adresses the guards. Did you catch sight of the creature's face? Not waiting for a response he looks over to Lord Arcanus. Are you well Mi'lord? Perhaps we should fetch a Wizard to see if something foul has befallen you. He steps over to Lord Arcanus inspecting him as though to peer through any magic that might have been done.
Zombomaniac 12-20-05, 12:30 AM	The Diplomate, having return from placing Xen in his room scans the room for any signs of change. "Would you like me to wake Xen, my Lord? I dought it would be good to wake him as he sleeps deeply but one never knows." OOC: I really need to stat this guy out, even if he is only RP status. For the Rules he is Jacob's cohort and Jacob is likely to reappear after a little while.Gotta kill off one of my PC's first. Ya....it'll be Hirohito. He has fallen into inactivity and I already have Cazic to be my Wizard. Ya, HiroHito is gone.
Dyne 12-20-05, 12:41 AM	OOC: I really need to stat this guy out, even if he is only RP status. For the Rules he is Jacob's cohort and Jacob is likely to reappear after a little while.Gotta kill off one of my PC's first. Ya....it'll be Hirohito. He has fallen into inactivity and I already have Cazic to be my Wizard. Ya, HiroHito is gone. Speaking of which, remind me to hunt Cazic down for being a traitor. Emrys has sword drawn and is ready for a conflict in an instant. He looks about the room, warily. He addresses Arcanus. "Milord, at your request, I can have my soldiers fortify the keep. Perhaps they can help in preventing an intruder from finding his way in once again."
Orcy The Green Wonder 12-20-05, 12:49 AM	Arcanus watches the whole events and shudders slightly. He clears his throat and sits himself up straight, looking over the others in the room. "Some nerve that creature has. But it has done nothing to me, it would seem it simply wants to show it's power. Even as close as it was, there was no face to behold, like a wraith of sorts it seems... But I believe it is just a threat. Or a warning... I simply wish I knew what it was about..."
Zombomaniac 12-20-05, 12:52 AM	Speaking of which, remind me to hunt Cazic down for being a traitor. What did Cazic do? "But my Lord why would it threaten you or warn you? I have been here only a short time, but I have seen no ill toward creatures such as that one."
Orcy The Green Wonder 12-20-05, 12:24 PM	Arcanus waves a hand toward William to dismiss the idea of other soldiers in the Keep. He sighs and shrugs as the diplomat asks his question. "First, I do not believe we'll be needing more soldiers stationed in the keep. Now, to answer the other question... Some creatures seek to warn and threaten everything that might stand against them. I am sure the Knights here at this keep have become known. Perhaps it wished to say... 'the game is on.' I worry more that we know not what it was more than that it has come here."
Dyne 12-20-05, 06:45 PM	What did Cazic do? First, he abandoned the SF. He then spoke out against it at the SBB. He was one of the original members of the SF, remember? "As you wish. I have little skill in information gathering, so I am afraid I may not be much help in that regard. All I can hope to do is help defend the keep should this rogue seek to strike against us."
Zombomaniac 12-20-05, 10:50 PM	First, he abandoned the SF. He then spoke out against it at the SBB. He was one of the original members of the SF, remember? Ya he was, but he had to leave so Jacob could get in, remember? And ya he spoke against mereging the SBB with the SF. IC: "I will increase my patrol times and be sure to prepare for unknown elements."
Dyne 12-20-05, 10:51 PM	Ya he was, but he had to leave so Jacob could get in, remember? And ya he spoke against mereging the SBB with the SF. And so, he would be akin to Benedict Arnold, would he not? Or are you thinking on totally changing his background and history to exclude the SF? If so, that's fine if you wanna put another character in instead.
Zombomaniac 12-20-05, 10:58 PM	And so, he would be akin to Benedict Arnold, would he not? Or are you thinking on totally changing his background and history to exclude the SF? If so, that's fine if you wanna put another character in instead. No, it is still Cazic, though I had forgotten he was in the SF way back when. I dont really care what you deside, if he SF thing shows up he will likely say that he felt there were better places for him to be.
Dyne 12-20-05, 11:39 PM	@Zombo: Do what you will. You could always say something like, while away, he lost some of his memories, especially concerning the SF. Heck, we could even bring Falur in, and say that he had modified his memory some time ago, in one of his mad schemes to sabotage the SF and achieve power. "Lord Arcanus, if you would excuse me, I would like to take leave of you. I have been away from my troops for longer than I would like, and perhaps I could inform them of recent events and ready them for the coming conflict. Good day to all of you," he nods to those in the throne room before heading into the courtyard. He mounts his magnificent steed and rides out through the gate and toward the Tyranorian garrison of the Purple Dragons.
jagggar 12-22-05, 01:50 PM	"Sir, perhaps it's an inappropriate time to bring this up, what with that thing coming here, but shall we be attending the winter solstice celebration (http://boards1.wizards.com/showthread.php?t=555671) the Lords of Tyrannor are hosting? It may lighten our spirits some." Darby asks. Man, I'm just an adverisement for myself! Anyway, it might be safer to travel as a group than alone. What with freaky caped figures appearing randomly and such. Okay, so a big thing is just me wanting more people to show. I've only got one gift under the tree, er, elephant so far.
turalisj 12-23-05, 11:14 AM	Turalisj appeared in a burst of ectoplasm, covering his head with his hood and walking towards the gate of the Keep.
Zombomaniac 12-23-05, 03:33 PM	The Diplomat steps forward from his posision at the window and steps forward to Arcanus. "My Lord, Sir Jacob of the Fortress of Light is outside wishing a bit of your esteemed time. As well there seemes to be someone else out there to."
Gurney Halleck 12-24-05, 09:46 AM	Gurney Halleck, quite randomly, walks into the headquarters of the Knight's. He bows, then immediately assumes a composed posture. "Once again, I have returned to this world, and request membership of the esteemed Knights Von Drache. And this time, I am here to stay." Okay, so i'm finally getting a new computer, which means I will be able to post much more frequently than I have in the past, and can finally keep up with the happenings in the Guild House.
Zombomaniac 12-25-05, 05:29 AM	Flying head on to the Keep are Sword Archons Effigies. One stands out among the rest as the largest and holds the lead. Once they land within the court yard they stand in attention awaiting orders and all are without weapons. Five 11 HD Half-Dragon Sword Archons and One 33 HD Half-Dragon Sword Archon for the Keep.
Xen155 12-26-05, 03:40 AM	Xen stumbles into the throne room. He is wearing his formal garb as the Arch-Mage of Law. He is clearly not having a good time. He pauses at the sight of the Archons, says Hello in celestial and scans the room. Seeing Gurney he brightens. Well, well, well. Gurney Halleck, it has been along time! He looks around for a seat and sits down in the nearest one. It has been to long since a good ball has been held Lord Arcanus, may I suggest another one? So that we can all meet once again on none hostile terms. He sniffs the air and cringes. What happened here?
Gurney Halleck 12-26-05, 01:27 PM	Gurney laughs heartily and pats the Archmage on the back "My smelly friend, it seems you've finally concocted an odor about yourself that even you have begun to find repulsive." Gurney laughs loudly once more, then shakes his head, "Ah, but I jest of course, my friend. Indeed, it has been a long time."
Orcy The Green Wonder 12-27-05, 11:48 AM	The Knights allow the others who have come to the keep to enter and see Arcanus. Sitting on his throne Arcanus watches the conversations and such. He nods as the sword archons enter, turning toward Gurney. "You wish to become one of we Knights? As you may have heard it will require you to sign to paperwork and such. Now, I know your history, and because of it you may be watched a bit more closely than others. I am aware that you were a spy, and in the recent times I would like to ensure that you are still not. I am sure you understand. As for a ball, that is highly unlikely. We have many enemies we would be inviting to slip into our keep and do what they will while we are busy with others. It is too dangerous to invite our enemies to our home right now." ((whoo... busy holiday season...)
jagggar 12-27-05, 12:24 PM	Actually, she's inquiring if the Knights would be going as a group to the Solstice Celebration or not.
Gurney Halleck 12-27-05, 02:35 PM	Gurney, kneeling respectfully before Arcanus, looks up at the lord "I am honored to be able to be counted amongst these knights, Lord Arcanus, and I understand completely the precautions you have against me. And while I was a spy, remember that it was only to help protect those that represent the goodness of this world and battle the minions of that which is evil. But, as I said, my lord, I understand completely, and will sign whatever neccessary paperwork needed. My blade is yours to command..."
Zombomaniac 12-28-05, 11:01 PM	Jacob walks forward as he is welcomed into the Keep. The Diplomat takes a position beside him and to the left and to Jacob's right is Mandos walking beside him. Jacob bows to Arcanus and so does the Diplomat (I am also assuming that Mandos does to, but he is not my PC). "Sir Arcanus, Lord of Ghashmal Keep and lead Knight of the Knights Von Drache, I am Lord Jacob of Aer'bensvek, the Fortress of Light. I have come to your fair lands wishing to make a treaty with you and hopefully with those you are to holding treaties with."
premier666 12-29-05, 09:11 AM	Jacob walks forward as he is welcomed into the Keep. The Diplomat takes a position beside him and to the left and to Jacob's right is Mandos walking beside him. Jacob bows to Arcanus and so does the Diplomat (I am also assuming that Mandos does to, but he is not my PC). "Sir Arcanus, Lord of Ghashmal Keep and lead Knight of the Knights Von Drache, I am Lord Jacob of Aer'bensvek, the Fortress of Light. I have come to your fair lands wishing to make a treaty with you and hopefully with those you are to holding treaties with." Yep, Mandos is walking beside him. He does not say anything, as he feels its not his place to interfere in the conversation betwheen the two lords.
Pytho_Orthan 12-31-05, 01:02 AM	A small child comes running up the path and tugs on one of the guard's tabbards. He smiles big as he hops up and down impatiently. "Teww mistaw awcanush dat Sawgatawnas ish gawn." The little boy then turns and runs back down the path.
Orcy The Green Wonder 01-03-06, 05:06 PM	Arcanus looks toward Jacob with a raised eyebrow. A knight enters and whispers in Arcanus' ear before heading toward Gurney with a set of documents. Arcanus smiles but then clears his throat and looks back toward Jacob. "Are you not the same man who ran the Stormhand Federation? The same man whom the federation brought troops into my lands to threaten me under? How am I to believe you have suddenly had such a change of heart in the time that has passed? I cannot simply give all of my trust to a man who has lead an army to my doorstep. I'll need some sort of proof I suppose. But, in better news. The Undead Lord Sargatanas is dead! He was slain by some unknown force it would seem. I must say this makes me happy, it brings down one of the tyrants that we stand against. Now, we must keep ourselves prepared should other enemies present themselves."
Zombomaniac 01-03-06, 08:38 PM	Jacob merely nods and smilies at Arcanus's worries. "You consers are just though if you have forgotten that army was not by my order. As well I to am gald that the Dead One is now truly dead, but on the matter of trust let me tell you why you can. During my travels I learned a great deal. I even left behind my ways as a Cleric and took up the Sorcerus arts." Jacob begins to shine with a heavenly brillance lighting that around him on his own. "I have also stepped upon the blessed Mountian of Celestia and has journied all the way to the Fifth level." Jacob removes the Clerical Robes he wears to show the Travel Clothes he wore in the past, but now the are stained with long dried blood. "As well I have died once now Arcanus. It hurt quite a bit and taught me a few things about this world and what is truly important. In fact . . ." Jacob then walks to the nearest window and releases the silken robes out inot the wind letting them fly away out from his grasp and letting the fates deside who shall own those robes next. ". . .It is time I stop hiding my death."
Gurney Halleck 01-03-06, 08:50 PM	Gurney stares at the heap of paperwork held in his hands. "Ilmater's tears, when you said paperwork, i didn't know you meant a paperwork GOLEM! Ah well... I shall return with these as soon as possible. I take my leave, my lord." With that, he turns and heads out the door to a hard surface or study to finish the work.
Orcy The Green Wonder 01-12-06, 01:33 AM	Arcanus pauses to think to himself. Looking Jacob over he nods, and sighs. "Well Jacob, I suppose that we will have to see. I shall agree to an alliance, but know that I will be keeping a watch on you. My concerns are for what has happened in recent times with the Stormhand federation and it's people. I hope you know well their new leader is not the most... trustworthy of women. I also hope you understand I knew well you planned my death before your journey. So you can see where my previous experiences lead me to be suspicious." A smirk spreads across Arcanus' face as he mentions his own death. Finishing, he rests himself against the back of his throne and looks Jacob over for his reaction.
Demonfey 01-12-06, 01:57 AM	Gurney stares at the heap of paperwork held in his hands. "Ilmater's tears, when you said paperwork, i didn't know you meant a paperwork GOLEM! Ah well... I shall return with these as soon as possible. I take my leave, my lord." With that, he turns and heads out the door to a hard surface or study to finish the work. Wait, what the...oh sonuva... DON'T SIGN THOSE, THOSE ARE THE FORMS TO VOLUNTEER TO BE A LIMB DONOR!
Zombomaniac 01-12-06, 09:00 AM	Wait, what the...oh sonuva... DON'T SIGN THOSE, THOSE ARE THE FORMS TO VOLUNTEER TO BE A LIMB DONOR! If it is after he dies what does he care? ;)
Zombomaniac 01-12-06, 09:06 AM	Arcanus pauses to think to himself. Looking Jacob over he nods, and sighs. "Well Jacob, I suppose that we will have to see. I shall agree to an alliance, but know that I will be keeping a watch on you. My concerns are for what has happened in recent times with the Stormhand federation and it's people. I hope you know well their new leader is not the most... trustworthy of women. I also hope you understand I knew well you planned my death before your journey. So you can see where my previous experiences lead me to be suspicious." A smirk spreads across Arcanus' face as he mentions his own death. Finishing, he rests himself against the back of his throne and looks Jacob over for his reaction. Jacob merey smilies right back at Arcanus. "Yes I wanted you dead back then, but that was a different life. Though I can see the logic in being werry. One never knows if someone is truely who they say they are or not. Gurney taught us that so long ago."
Demonfey 01-12-06, 01:42 PM	If it is after he dies what does he care? ;) Did I ever say anything about his character having to die first? After all, fresh parts are better than ones that are already dead...
Gurney Halleck 01-12-06, 06:13 PM	After filling out some of the paperwork, Gurney returns to the room and hands his papers to the attending knight, nodding his thanks. Overhearing the previous conversation hinting at his works of espionage, he turns to the undead. "Yes, they should have kept their suspicions and precautions up. I mean, it was a guild of EVIL. I believe the saying goes 'No honor amongst thieves?'. Well, although I wasn't evil, or a thief, an evil thief could easily have done what i did... Ah, but that is behind us now. Hindsight was always a useless tool, but an excellent teacher..." He turns to Lord Arcanus and bows curtly "My Lord, i have filled out the neccessary papers, as you requested. I await further instruction." He looks up at the lord, awaiting his reaction.
Zombomaniac 01-12-06, 06:37 PM	"Turns to the Undead"? What Undead? :confused:
Demonfey 01-12-06, 06:41 PM	There's a risen martyr. Could that be who you mean?
Zombomaniac 01-12-06, 06:56 PM	There's a risen martyr. Could that be who you mean? But Risen Martyrs aren't Undead. If he does mean that than he is mistaken. RMs are Deathless (the Good Undead :angel ).
jagggar 01-12-06, 07:02 PM	And how many people without ranks in Know(Religi) are gunna know the difference?
Demonfey 01-12-06, 07:03 PM	I know, but people unfamiliar with the character and the PrC wouldn't know that.
Zombomaniac 01-12-06, 07:08 PM	Good point. Ya I am betting Gurney just didnt know the difference and assumed they were the same.
Gurney Halleck 01-12-06, 11:04 PM	Guys, i'm a FIGHTER. Of COURSE I wouldn't know the difference. And I meant that Zombomaniac guy. i'm too lazy right now to think. leave me alone
Xen155 01-12-06, 11:34 PM	Guys, i'm a FIGHTER. Of COURSE I wouldn't know the difference. And I meant that Zombomaniac guy. i'm too lazy right now to think. leave me alone Gurney like swords... Gurney like swords. And did we just make an alliance with the stormhand federation?
Gurney Halleck 01-12-06, 11:42 PM	Gurney like swords, indeed, Wizzer... hehe.... wizzer.... Anyways, methinks that is what the whole "talking" thing has been about. I'm actually not listening, waiting for the sword part, in fact. Don't mind me. Cuz I like swords.
Zombomaniac 01-12-06, 11:43 PM	Gurney like swords... Gurney like swords. And did we just make an alliance with the stormhand federation? No, it was with Aer'bensvek, The Fortress of Light. Jacob is not part of the SF anymore, but he does have an alliance with them.
Xen155 01-12-06, 11:46 PM	Hearing Gunrey's statement all the rejected weapons turn around sadly and start shuffeling off. The Greataxe is barely held back from attacking the neglectfull fighter by the Warhammer "Let it go man, let it go."
Xen155 01-12-06, 11:48 PM	No, it was with Aer'bensvek, The Fortress of Light. Jacob is not part of the SF anymore, but he does have an alliance with them. O rly? Thats cool I was just making sure I understood the situation. Need to pay more attention... :(
Gurney Halleck 01-12-06, 11:52 PM	Gurney crowds all the scimitars, longswords, bastard swords, short swords, greatswords, rapiers, and greatswords (Yes, Greatswords were mentioned twice, because i love them so!) towards him in a great bear hug. "Yay for d6s, d8s, and d10s! Togethor forever!"
Zombomaniac 01-13-06, 08:54 AM	Gurney really likes swords. He also like removing the bark from trees by using other trees.
Gurney Halleck 01-13-06, 05:23 PM	Those two items are completely unrelated, and have nothing to do with each other in the least bit.
Zombomaniac 01-13-06, 05:49 PM	Those two items are completely unrelated, and have nothing to do with each other in the least bit. And yet you ruined a entire conversation by hitting a log until it had not more bark. Amazing. But no one has any idea what we're talking about as they weren't there.
Wilds 01-13-06, 09:12 PM	A short man in plain peasants clothing a short sword scabbered at his side walk towards the keep from over the horizon. He stops to marvel at the keep sitting down under a tree.
Lady Rolindin 01-14-06, 01:30 AM	look at the guild of pure good and see what i perposed for the communation or lack of this. It would stop a lot of proublems for the guilds and maybe sil would be more agreeable to helping each other's guild. here's something someone in your guild coul duse made by (someone ) I always seem to jump in twoards the end of these.... --------------------------------------------------------------------------------made by Someone in master dm compention, someone is the name of the person uses. Concept: No unusual powers or adaptations, just a particular (though powerful) magic item with a unique back story. Sourcebooks: the Standard Reference Document, covering portions of the Player’s Handbook, the Dungeon Master’s Guide and the Monster Manual Name: Legion Breaker Also Known As: Terminus; Heroslayer Item: +5 Adamantine Greatsword Description: Legion Breaker is a dark and sinister weapon with a history of death and destruction. The weapon itself does not appear extraordinary: a strait 5ft. long, 3 inch wide double-edged blade without the branching ends, wavy patterns, or spiky bits normally associated with such implements of evil. The weapon was forged as a single piece, its handle made of the same dark metal as the blade. The only distinguishing features are a spiraled ripple for the grip and a small skull design at the end of the pommel. Normally the blade was a void of absolute darkness, without reflections or gloss, as if staring into a depthless shadow. This effect was mostly the result of its wielder and the dark blessings performed upon it before battle. Currently, this effect has subsided, such that the physical blade can again be seen. Statistics: size and effort: medium two-handed type: slashing melee proficiency: martial attack bonus: +5 enhancement damage: 2d6 +5 enhancement + 1-1/2 Str critical: 19-20/ 2x weight: 8 lbs. hardness: 40 (20 material +20 enhancement) hitpoints: 80 (10 +50 enhancement x4/3 material) cost: 53,350 gp (50 +300 masterwork +3,000 material +50,000 enhancement) aura: strong evocation and lingering evil. Curiously, a faint aura of law also lingers. Abilities: adamantine: This ultra hard metal adds to the quality of a weapon or suit of armor. Weapons fashioned from adamantine have a natural ability to bypass hardness when sundering weapons or attacking objects, ignoring hardness less than 20. Weapons, armor and shields normally made of steel that are made of adamantine have one-third more hit points than normal. Adamantine has 40 hit points per inch of thickness and hardness 20. History: The history of this weapon is one of conflict and bloodshed. It is forever associated with its wielder, Marcus the Black Knight, a near epic LE human fighter/ blackguard. Long ago, a dark emperor sought to conquer the known world by all means possible. The greatest of his armies were the Black Guard, led by the four Black Knights. Marcus, though the last to gain title, but considered by many to be the greatest of the Black Knights. The emperor had commissioned four sets of weapons and armor, one each for the Black Knights. Of these, Legion Breaker was one. The emperor’s armies crushed all resistance, until the forces of freedom made a final stand. Against the Black Knights stood the armies of humans, elves, dwarves, and other good creatures. Marcus and his forces were arrayed against the elves, led by their princess Berylia, an inspirational commander, expert strategist, and accomplished swordfighter. The battle was cataclysmic, neither side having the advantage, the greater numbers of good contrasted by the elite forces of the emperor. In the midst of the carnage, Marcus and the other Black Knights squared off against their counterparts. And in so doing, finally met their match. Though Marcus rained blows that would split a man in two, they were all deftly parried or nimbly dodged by Berylia, resulting in no more than a scratch here, a torn sleeve there. Marcus by contrast fared worse- soon his armor was covered in the blood from a score of small wounds. The desperate resilience of the forces of good were for a reason. While the Black Knights were occupied, a small team of heroes teleported into proximity of the emperor. Calling upon a miracle, they froze the emperor for just long enough to hopefully take his head. Were the emperor to be killed, his dark blessings would be dispelled, and his armies would be at a serious disadvantage. The Black Knights were instantly aware of their lord’s plight, but were unable to come to his aid until they had defeated their opponents. As Marcus realized the danger his master was in, he looked away for the briefest of moments. But that was all the opening Berylia needed. With a lightning-quick strike she took Marcus off guard, knocking his helm clean off and cutting across his face. Marcus fell to the ground, his hand clutching his left eye. But from between his fingers, his eye still stared. Rising to his feet, Marcus roared with anger and retaliated in great, arcing swings. But with his mind clouded he accomplished little more than shattering rocks and cleaving air. And in his anger, Marcus exposed another opening. Berylia again pressed the attack. With deft strikes, Marcus was reeling, on the back of his heels, his weapon knocked aside and barely held with his right hand. But as she closed for the final strike, Marcus snapped back into focus, events seeming to move in slow motion. Rather than trying pull his weapon back to recover and block in a horizontal arc, Marcus instead pushed his weapon through to a low, vertical swing. Fueled with hate he caught his balance and pivoted, Legion Breaker effortlessly tearing through the ground at his feet, and swinging form a direction Berylia did not expect. As its end cleared the rift it had torn, Marcus returned both hands to its handle, swinging Legion Breaker at full power. Berylia tried to block, but Legion Breaker smashed through her lighter blade, shattering the heirloom and cutting a deep gash in her chest. Berylia was knocked away, landing several yards away in a crumpled heap. In one swing, Marcus had reversed the tide of the fight. The last of her guards rushed to protect her, but none of them could penetrate Marcus’s armor, none of them could withstand his blows. Marcus glared down upon Berylia, his scarred face twisted in anger. Raising his sword, he readied the deathblow. But it was too late. Just then, the heroes had managed to pierce the emperor’s protections and take his head. Lowering his arms, Marcus’s hands slackened, and Legion Breaker fell to the ground. Marcus then collapsed to his knees and cried out in anguish and despair. The battle, the war, everything- was over. He had failed. Returning to his feet, Marcus took his sword, turned, and slowly walked away, his head hung low in shame. None dared block his path. Interaction: Since then Marcus has wandered the lands, followed by tales of a cloaked warrior, best not disturbed. He no longer cares about anything, and would rather be left alone in his dejection. To that end, he does not draw attention to himself, nor does he stay in one place long. Paladins and other valiant warriors have sought to confront him, but he sends them on their way with a broken weapon, a smashed shield, a near fatal wound, and a warning. Those foolish enough to confront him a second time are sent to the afterlife. Berylia also came through, but the wound has never fully healed. She is the only one to survive Legion Breaker wielded in anger. Were Marcus to ever to again empower the weapon with his dark blessings, she would know. But Marcus would only do so upon the return of the emperor, or in the defense of his empire. Neither events are in the foreseeable future. Marcus may yet still live to this day, and if he does, he will not be without his signature weapon. Even age might not have taken him, for the Black Knights were rumored to be immortal. Design Notes: This weapon really comes into its own when used by a character with the Improved Sunder feat, leaving a trail of wrecked equipment in its wake. Its more about who used it and what for than any fancy abilities or embellishments. Which could make for an interesting concept: an “adversary” magic weapon: one that has been rebuilt (or survived) from being struck by Legion Breaker.
Wilds 01-14-06, 02:05 AM	The man stands and walks to front gates of the keep. "May I speak with a Darby Drago I beleive."
jagggar 01-16-06, 12:09 AM	*cough* Uh, Orcy, you have been playing the guards, right?
Orcy The Green Wonder 01-18-06, 01:16 AM	*cough* Uh, Orcy, you have been playing the guards, right? Indeed, sorry. Orcy hasn't been all that energetic about the game since we intend to get rid of it anyway... The guard nods and leads the man inside. Sending another off to find Darby.
Wilds 01-18-06, 09:17 PM	The man follows the guard into the keep. His eyes linger prefelly on defense set up then back to the guard. "You all always like this?"
Demonfey 01-18-06, 11:13 PM	Due to new information concerning grafts (namely, taking a kind of graft means that you can only take those grafts under pain of horrible death, which has been shown in Magic of Eberron), and that Igor has a few kinds of grafts on him, I've decided to be lazy and just have him be hit by fatal heart attacks (specifically, three). Just scavenge off his body. Igor, slithering out of his room, suddenly clutches at his chest in a couple of different spots. My hearts! Too...many...different...energy fiAGK!!! Then, he keels over, dead. Upon closer inspection, you see his veins have turned a blackish color, and two large blotches have formed on his chest. Another one is found by where the liver would be on a normal human. In his room, you find a will tucked into a drawer that says to get him on ice, and to send him to a city in the north that isn't well known. His equipment is to be taken by the keep. Also, there is a phrase, "What goes around comes around..." Don't worry, Igor will return! His kin have perfected surgeries, although he was a little different, and they even are able to do brain surgeries. Sure, he'll lose most of his class abilities, grafts, and spells above 6th level, but he'll remember everything.
jagggar 01-18-06, 11:18 PM	An eyebrow arches slightly as Darby tries to recall the man's face, unsure why a stranger would seek her out. Suspicisions aside, as it's no way to make friends, she approaches the man and extends a hand with a slight smile, "I'm not sure we've met before." Just incase. . . Spot Check: 23 (http://invisiblecastle.com/find.py?id=339681) Edit: So, umm, any idea in what order I should reply to stuff? Cause I'm pretty sure Darby needs to react to that. . . (She's not the 'Oh, looks like the freak just died,' type.)
Demonfey 01-18-06, 11:27 PM	How about his death's right after whatever Wilds has to say/do. Now, I'm off to decide if Igor, Igor, or Igor will replace Igor (Discworld gag-there are many Igors, and they're all related and decide to serve others).
jagggar 01-18-06, 11:42 PM	Why not Igorina? Or if we don't want to do a time-warp thingy, it could be: "I think I just missed a spot check."
Wilds 01-19-06, 12:22 AM	uhhh you notice that his short sword has arcane marks on it The man smiles. "No I do not think that we have met before. My leader wishes a attendence with you. He is interested in the organization you belong too."
Demonfey 01-19-06, 12:28 AM	Because Igors can make themselves look like any kind of person they want-male or female. In the book Monstrous Regiment, an Igorina disguised herself as a guy (quite easily, I might add-just a matter of changing body parts and whatnot) to be allowed into an army and to get practical medic training. Lesson one of Igors: never assume anything about actual race or gender. Hell, don't even assume that the body an Igor's in is actually that Igor's original. For what I mean about that, it works like this: when someone has died, and has been helped by the Igors in the past, they tend to allow the Igors to take that which can help others, be it limbs, organs, or even their body. It's all part of the Igor credo: "what goes around, comes around". As long as there isn't brain damage, they can actually have their brain put in a different body. At least, that's how it works in the Pratchett books.
Wilds 01-19-06, 12:40 AM	i got to find me that book
Demonfey 01-19-06, 12:43 AM	That's right, you're a Discworld reader... Have you tried Borders.com?
Wilds 01-19-06, 12:57 AM	ill wander down to the friednyl down town city Barnes and Noble some time. i read wayyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy to much anyway
Demonfey 01-19-06, 01:06 AM	ill wander down to the friednyl down town city Barnes and Noble some time. i read wayyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy to much anyway No such thing.
Wilds 01-19-06, 01:25 AM	:eek: I read over 180 in 4 years of high school......
Demonfey 01-19-06, 01:27 AM	No such thing as too much reading.
Wilds 01-19-06, 01:32 AM	:D ok..... :D lol i actually have 4 books now i plan on reading
Demonfey 01-19-06, 01:35 AM	Only four?
Wilds 01-19-06, 01:43 AM	not going to spend more money until i have too, its a decent stock pile for now
jagggar 01-19-06, 11:29 AM	Okay, are we really going with the missed spot check version? Or are we pretending the man didn't say that? 'Cause that does have an effect on my response. I have this thing called a library card. All the books I can carry, and they're free so long as I give them back when they ask. Monstrous Regiment is the only Discworld book I've finished such-far in my life. I started reading Interesting Times, but then got districted by what I believe was Majora's Mask. Mmmm. . . Fierce Deity Link. . . Tasty. . .
Demonfey 01-19-06, 12:22 PM	Consider Guards, Guards!, Men at Arms, Feet of Clay, Jingo, Fifth Elephant, and Night Watch, then. I call it the Watch series, because they all center around the City Watch, specifically Commander Samuel Vimes, Duke of Ankh Morpork. For where I pulled the Igor information from, Fifth Elephant specifically, although the others will help you figure out who's who, where the Piecemaker came from (when you read it, you'll be glad no one's tried statting it out yet), all the details like that. Preferrably in that order (the chronological order in the books). Before you ask, I've probably read all the Discworld books (or at least, the more mature ones). Even Thud , his most recent one.
Wilds 01-19-06, 01:22 PM	theres not a lot to spot really
jagggar 01-19-06, 01:34 PM	No, I mean are we going with the Igor just kicked the bucket and somehow Darby didn't see it? Or are we going to wait for Igor kicking the bucket after this is over?
Demonfey 01-19-06, 02:28 PM	I should have thought about timing better...anyway, it happens after Wilds' person leaves. Now, for the big question: would more people want to try elemental, deathless, or plant grafts?
Wilds 01-19-06, 03:05 PM	elemental sound good whats deathless exactly?
jagggar 01-19-06, 03:20 PM	Deathless is the type they created so they didn't have to deal with good undead and the question of why mindless undead are evil. I don't know about the grafts though. Since we're not having Igor kick the bucket until after this is done, should there be a rewording of stuffs, Wilds?
Demonfey 01-19-06, 03:30 PM	In the mean time, I'm working on an Igor for the third version of the games. CG, human, and so far unable to make grafts because the feat takes 10 ranks in heal checks.
Wilds 01-19-06, 03:43 PM	so deathless = good undead so that people dont have be explained to that non-sentein beings cant hold alignment...joy fixed talk
Zombomaniac 01-19-06, 07:23 PM	so deathless = good undead so that people dont have be explained to that non-sentein beings cant hold alignment...joy fixed talk Deathless are also kinda the reverse Undead all the big stuff is the same. HD to d12s, no fort saves, blah, blah, blah. One big difference is that Negative energy hurts Deathless and Positive heals.
jagggar 01-20-06, 12:09 AM	I suddenly feel less than good about this. . . . "The Knights? He would be better served by speeking with Arcanus. If I may ask, who is your leader?"
Wilds 01-20-06, 12:23 AM	"His name? His name is Kelreth, leader of the Shadows Breath and Blade. Your teachings interest him. He wishes to learn more, life has been cruel and he wishs to see what the mercy can be like."
jagggar 01-20-06, 01:08 AM	Darby nods, knowing the cruelty an unsavory life can bring. "Please, give me a few moments to put on more appropriate attire," she says. Darby heads back to her room to change.
Wilds 01-20-06, 01:16 AM	"The man nods and shifts into a calm stature."
jagggar 01-20-06, 01:40 AM	I just can't resist. . . After a few minutes in her room she comes out and knocks on Igor's door. "Igor? You don't look so good. . . Perhaps you should see a more traditional healer." [possible response] "I'm going to the SBB to speak with Kelreth. If I'm not back by tomorrow, tell someone, okay?" And since he'll be dying once we leave. . . She returns, dressed in a fresh set of traveling clothes, only a dagger sheathed at her side. "Shall we depart then?"
Wilds 01-20-06, 02:06 AM	"Yes we shall. I would allow the lady to go first, but few know the proper way." He turns to leave and waits for Darby to follow suit then leaves.
jagggar 01-20-06, 02:19 AM	She follows. Exeunt.
Wilds 01-20-06, 10:27 AM	Exeunt. definatly a new word for me
jagggar 01-20-06, 10:50 AM	I had Shakespear sitting next to me. Basicly, it's a fancy word for exit. I assume we will be resuming at the SBB (even if actual locations may be otherwise)?
Wilds 01-20-06, 12:53 PM	yes we resume in an area around the SBB
jagggar 01-20-06, 01:32 PM	So, any ideas on what Orcy will say when he gets back? Any thoughts on who will notice Igor dying first? It's 12:30 (PM, CST). Do you know where your children are?
Wilds 01-20-06, 01:46 PM	Dont have kids yet..... yet....
Demonfey 01-23-06, 07:37 PM	Apparently, his family! Outside the gates, Jacob and a younger, less patchwork-looking Igor appear (teleported from Halls of Refuge).
Orcy The Green Wonder 01-27-06, 01:16 AM	So, any ideas on what Orcy will say when he gets back? Any thoughts on who will notice Igor dying first? It's 12:30 (PM, CST). Do you know where your children are? Orcy will say... hmmm... Orcy missed a lot and didn't post till now... Arcanus leans back in his throne. A knight enters and whispers to him, then leaves a moment later. Arcanus grumbles a bit and stands. He nods to Divinus and heads out the door quickly, a couple knights moving alongside him and following the two brothers out.
Lady Rolindin 02-17-06, 06:14 PM	Orcy This guild should not die out like the rest, purple knights of coymer, dwarven guild. this guild is needed to help once the gm's decide everthing, to stem the flow of the evil guilds. we need more players willing to spend more time with the game, and new palyers to come in and give the game an injection of life.
Wilds 02-18-06, 12:19 PM	The side of good will not fall that easy. Once the new round hits I'm going to balance things out and have a good character. Strangly enough
Demonfey 02-18-06, 01:11 PM	I'm going to probably end up with two good characters next round, actually. At this point, it's either going to be Igor and Nikki, or Igor and a dragonborn to be.
Wilds 02-18-06, 01:19 PM	Im going to atttemp balance. A good, evil and neutral. Though im thinking the neutral will be a NG cleric that has devoted their life to healing others no matter what the case or alignment.
Demonfey 02-18-06, 01:22 PM	Wilds, that's still good, though.
Wilds 02-18-06, 01:43 PM	O, uhhh hrmmm well apparently it will be one evil one good that is helpful and one crusdaing good
Gurney Halleck 02-19-06, 11:49 PM	Thought I'd mention i'm still here, i've just been reading, not posting. Haven't had much to say. But when it goes down again... well, i'll be ready. I like swords.
redhase 02-19-06, 11:54 PM	Thought I'd mention i'm still here, i've just been reading, not posting. Haven't had much to say. But when it goes down again... well, i'll be ready. I like swords. And i like swords and spells too, our characters could become good friends before you know it.
Xen155 03-01-06, 02:10 AM	Gurney and his Chars are perhaps alittle to obsessed with Swords, he seems to think wizards arn't as "cool" or "bad action" as fighters... read GreenWood Mr. Halleck But rearry I am alos still alive, whether that pleases or not :cool:
Gurney Halleck 03-01-06, 07:23 AM	No.
Orcy The Green Wonder 03-01-06, 09:56 PM	Swords are fun. Orcy uses a sword, and Arcanus uses sword and spell. Sword and spell can be quite a useful combination. Whirling blade for example is a very nice spell if combined with nice enough equipment and such. But of course, no combination is invincible (except perhaps pun pun, but time is his enemy). Oh well, Orcy will try to keep this alive and kicking, but he thinks it may have to wait until the next round begins.
thasis 03-02-06, 01:53 PM	Hey Gurney, nice to see your still around :) Xen, you going to be with the GoUE in the new war? And Orcy, since I've created a new persona for my evil character I probally should for my good guy. Once I get him thought out can I have him work here as well as the GoPG?
Gurney Halleck 03-02-06, 11:22 PM	Well, thasis, it's good to still be around. And Orcy, I understand that swords and magic are a useful combination, but i feel it is best to invest your strengths as best as you can, but not so much it will exploit your weaknesses. If done right, a pure Fighter can make an incredibly formidable character, but only if they have swords. cuz swords are cool.
Demonfey 03-02-06, 11:28 PM	Until they face a flying character with spells like fireball.
Gurney Halleck 03-03-06, 12:34 AM	That's why you have a squishy guy who does the same thing follow you around, or follow him around. It's perfect!
Demonfey 03-03-06, 12:36 AM	Hence Fireball. Fighters burn nicely.
Xen155 03-03-06, 12:37 AM	Xen, you going to be with the GoUE in the new war? Surely sir you jest. Xen the wizard has been a stalwart defender of good since the first war. So if by "be with" your mean attempt to destroy then yes. Actually I have great fun reading that thread though. Always some intresting stuff going on there. I did have an evil char for awhile but Im not good at playing an evil char.
Gurney Halleck 03-03-06, 12:41 AM	Fighters also can take many fireballs. We're damage sponges. however, even if you kill a fighter, that player will make another fighter. and one of those days, you'll slip up, and a fighter will get in melee range and a round or two with you in an Anti-magic field or dimension lock. Cuz my wounds will heal, my bones will mend, my sword arm will become strong again. And i'll come back. Always.
Demonfey 03-03-06, 12:44 AM	Well, I was talking about beings with natural wings, which don't have to worry about Antimagic fields. Mmm...tin covered fighter. My favorite. Also, remember: arcane casters can get dragons as familiars.
Gurney Halleck 03-03-06, 12:46 AM	Touche.
Demonfey 03-03-06, 12:54 AM	Yeah, dragons as effectively pets with benefits are hard to beat.
Gurney Halleck 03-03-06, 01:09 AM	Anything about a Dragon is hard to beat. But you must admit, Fighters are essential and highly effective in combat when you don't have one of those dragons around. They make up armies, they win battles, they shape history. And while casters certainly do that from time to time, Fighters do it with a certain style; with swords.
Demonfey 03-03-06, 01:15 AM	What about divine casters? They get bladed weapons (some swords) and spells.
Gurney Halleck 03-03-06, 01:21 AM	True, Diviners get several choices of weapons and spells, and are incredibly important when it comes down to things. But you don't have an entire army of clerics at your disposal, do you?
Demonfey 03-03-06, 01:26 AM	In this game, it is completely possible. Actually, I will soon, now that you've given me the idea...
Orcy The Green Wonder 03-03-06, 02:33 PM	Orcy would be fine with your character here Thasis, your good one at least. As for flying mages, may Orcy remind you of the brutal throw feat? Theres always the fighter in the antimagic shell. A fighter can do much more damage surrounded by antimagic than a caster could ever hope to (obviously). There are plenty of ways a fighter can kill a caster and plenty of ways a caster can kill a fighter. Clerics on the other hand, are just plain annoying, even more so when they're dedicated to crazy evil gods of you go boom now. Orcy hates crazy evil gods of you go boom now.
Demonfey 03-03-06, 02:43 PM	Glad to hear that. I'm petitioning the GoUE members to make an army of clerics of the you go boom now gods.
Orcy The Green Wonder 03-03-06, 02:47 PM	Orcy could use some going boom. It has been a while since someone made an attempt on his life. They just don't make crazy evil gods of you go boom now like they used to. Nor do they make the servants of crazy evil gods of you go boom now like they used to... so little boom.
Eglentyne 03-03-06, 03:22 PM	it would be nice if my kender could viste your guild, he won't borrow to many things. Just don't leave to many things out in the open, that have easy access. like with children, leave only the things you want them to play with out in the open. would you mind orcy the green wonder if he viste's.
Demonfey 03-03-06, 04:25 PM	Soon as people say they're ready to have things go boom, things are gonna go boom at the SBB. Then if things go lucky, here.
Eglentyne 03-03-06, 04:33 PM	Demonfey: Soon as people say they're ready to have things go boom, things are gonna go boom at the SBB. Then if things go lucky, here. well then my kender could have alook around the ruins and see what they could find of interest.
Demonfey 03-03-06, 04:35 PM	They would go into a burning swamp that has GoUE members patrolling it and looting it?
Wilds 03-03-06, 05:02 PM	Kender trying to go into the SBB better be inviso or something. Cause assassins dont take kindly to be looting. And yes Demonfey, there is a crap load of gold somewhere in the swamp.
turalisj 03-03-06, 05:24 PM	They would go into a burning swamp that has GoUE members patrolling it and looting it? kender: yay! Lot's of bright lights and friends! :D Oh, and I'm bringing in a ghaele for the keep's defense. Yeah, lets see the GOUE have something like that.
Demonfey 03-03-06, 05:29 PM	T, it's a gargantuan wyvern effigy, with two golems, and the leader's now a caster that could potentially summon a fiend to deal with that.
turalisj 03-03-06, 05:31 PM	Well, I was talking about beings with natural wings, which don't have to worry about Antimagic fields. Mmm...tin covered fighter. My favorite. Also, remember: arcane casters can get dragons as familiars. For a mere +2 LA, you can get +4 dex, +2 wis, and a pair of wings. Very effective for making a flying character in a low magic world.
turalisj 03-03-06, 05:32 PM	T, it's a gargantuan wyvern effigy, with two golems, and the leader's now a caster that could potentially summon a fiend to deal with that. As the kender said, yay friends and bright lights. They have a wis penalty for a reason.
Demonfey 03-03-06, 05:34 PM	I was talking about the ghaele.
turalisj 03-03-06, 05:42 PM	Oh..um...so? The ghaele can turn into a ball of light :P
Demonfey 03-03-06, 05:50 PM	So we figure out a way to summon a shadow demon.
Eglentyne 03-03-06, 06:15 PM	Demonfey So we figure out a way to summon a shadow demon. Demonfey a kender like mine would not be afraid of the shadow demon, and even the rumor of ruins would be an invation to go find tings. Demonfey They would go into a burning swamp that has GoUE members patrolling it and looting it? My kender would still go if they heard of the ruins, would be like an adventure to them. search the ruins, a new game. the kender are like children, with no fear. they throw tauntrums if don't get their way or if told their a theif and would start going off on the character. turalisj Quote: Originally Posted by Demonfey They would go into a burning swamp that has GoUE members patrolling it and looting it? kender: yay! Lot's of bright lights and friends! Oh, and I'm bringing in a ghaele for the keep's defense. Yeah, lets see the GOUE have something like that. Thats how the kender would act turalisj, bright lights lets go see whats going on. demonfey all you would do if a kender is in the area is attract them. brights lights, somewthing must be going on. ahay a big fire let's go check it out. no one ever said the kender were very smart with their wonderlust instincs they have. If you burn down a guild a kinder will show up to find out what is going on and what they can find. No matter how many of the goue characters and npc's are there. you might attract a whole lot of them. My kender character if saw the fire would invite some of his friends to go look at the big fire and see what they can find. Big fire must go see what I can find, lots of neat new things to trade with my friends.
Demonfey 03-03-06, 06:20 PM	I'm not talking of kender, I talk of ghaeles.
redhase 03-03-06, 06:38 PM	Demonfey I'm not talking of kender, I talk of ghaeles I ahve dealt with them before and you will only attract them, I have an plan for the one's who want to go look at the riuns. I have been lurking around demonfey and we can do things. The kender could become a proublem if they find out about the goue actions. I do hate tyo deal with them, but we can do something about it. kill them or use them.
Demonfey 03-03-06, 06:40 PM	Last time: I'm no longer in control of the GoUE. I have to petition things just like everyone else to thasis.
redhase 03-03-06, 06:52 PM	I would like your character help to deal with them, I will talk to Thasis. I had hoped to not have to deal with them again, but it looks like the guild will have too.
Gurney Halleck 03-03-06, 07:39 PM	Wow. What a remarkable burst of conversation. Just one question; Why are plots for the GOUE litterring the place? interesting... Also, I like swords.
Demonfey 03-03-06, 07:56 PM	Because T decided to bring up ghaele and then other people decided to chime in.
redhase 03-03-06, 08:01 PM	someone from ther guild should check with the gm's to see how many wondering kender are in the area, if the races is approved. since stats have been put up for the kender guild. Npc kender could be in alot of areas by now or not. the gm's need to say if they are or not, the fire will attract them like moths to a flame. I had hoped not to deal with them, but since kender race is being talked about by the gm's. they could be everwhere if the races is approved. The burned out ruins will attract them, if the gm's approve the race latter on. once they hear about the ruins, here they come with their wonder lust in their eyes.
Eglentyne 03-03-06, 08:20 PM	All i did was ask orcy if my kender could viste the his guild. Demonfey Because T decided to bring up ghaele and then other people decided to chime in I chimed in because the kender was mention. turalisj: Originally Posted by Demonfey They would go into a burning swamp that has GoUE members patrolling it and looting it? kender: yay! Lot's of bright lights and friends! once the kender find out about the ruins, they will go tothe district, unless so are already there. I kjow once my character heard about the big fires and burned down cities, they would talk to their frinds and go expoler the ruins. Like turalisj said: Yay Lot's of bright lights and new friends, lets go find out what's happening. yay ruins to explore and find new things to collect. your guild just attracted the kender once the game starts, thats all they did by burning down other guilds.
turalisj 03-03-06, 09:46 PM	Also, I like swords. That's it damnit. You are no longer Gurney Halleck. Your new name is fighter. No arguing. Now, go play with your swords fighter. :D He asked for it.
Orcy The Green Wonder 03-04-06, 11:45 PM	Personally, Orcy is going to chain and imprisson any Kender caught stealing in his keep. No matter what they intend to do with it. Someone who "gives it back when caught" is still a thief, and still must answer for their crime. So Orcy would suggest that the kender stay away from the keep... if they like their hands.
Eglentyne 03-04-06, 11:57 PM	So I can't visite your guild then? I won't take anything, I'll try my best not to borrow anything. just one visite.
Orcy The Green Wonder 03-05-06, 12:07 AM	You can visit, but you'd better hope you aren't caught trying to steal anything. A thief is a thief. Of course, if the GoUE has their way, the Keep won't be much more than broken rocks. Then again, the GoUE isn't going to have it's way. On another note, Gurney's full name is Fighter McWarrior.
turalisj 03-05-06, 12:14 AM	Yeah, I figured.
Demonfey 03-05-06, 01:37 AM	Depends on if Thasis decides to be impulsive or not. I'd estimate your defenses are extremely noticeable, probably having defenses against sapping attempts and now anti-aircraft defenses, the placement also making charging the gate suicide and bombing runs, which I wanted to do, probably of less use than I originally planned. The interior also is probably well defended magically and physically, making getting inside also suicidal. Your keep would be something the GoUE would like, but if it goes story book evil, I'm afraid we'll get squashed by the Halls before we even get there. That said, bio warfare would probably work best, although countered easily enough. I just don't know how to get that to work, yet. I just realized something important: it's March and the GoPG never declared itself.
Gurney Halleck 03-05-06, 12:07 PM	What? I'm a fighter, i really do like swords.
redhase 03-17-06, 05:13 PM	No. our characters could become good friends and we could even host a few ales at the local inn. My characters arn't that bad, just an lttle evil in thier views. if the kender can visite your guild orcy, then you might let some of my characters visite, they wouldn't kill any one. they might make new friends you never know. is this guild going to still be active orcy when the new round starts? it would be such a waste to not have your guild around to see what can be done, interactions between guilds and such.