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A fresh start
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AD&D 2nd Edition.
PHB and Complete Books are Acceptable.
Mages Can use the Spell compendium.
4d6, drop lowest arrange to taste.
One +1 Weapon/Armor, 1 Misc Item.
Daily posts are preferred, if you are gone for over a week with no explanation your PC will be NPC'ed

- JadedDM
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Re: A fresh start
Amon turns to Echo and nods. "Glad you could make it," he says. "We're just getting started. Master Gunter is still tapping the barrel, I believe."
Re: A fresh start
When Gunter manages to tap the barrel, a very fragrant brew will flow out. It will remind everyone of spring flowers in a wood, and together with the starshine, a moon that just begins to wane and the gentle swaying of the boat creates a very relaxing atmosphere. It could even be called romantic by those inclined to do so.
After some time, enough for everyone to eat, three more figures approach the boarding planks. One of them is Geraldine, the other two are known only to Amon and Echo, because they are the local entertainers Evgeni and Ludmilla. Evgeni carries a stinged instrument that has a triangular body and a very long neck.
Geraldine greets everyone politely and accepts an offer of May wine, but "just a small glass, please".
Evgeni and Ludmilla take their place in front of the stern castle, Evgeni tunes his balalaika one last time and begins to play. During that time, Ludmilla goes from guest to guest and asks what they would like to hear.
After some time, enough for everyone to eat, three more figures approach the boarding planks. One of them is Geraldine, the other two are known only to Amon and Echo, because they are the local entertainers Evgeni and Ludmilla. Evgeni carries a stinged instrument that has a triangular body and a very long neck.
Geraldine greets everyone politely and accepts an offer of May wine, but "just a small glass, please".
Evgeni and Ludmilla take their place in front of the stern castle, Evgeni tunes his balalaika one last time and begins to play. During that time, Ludmilla goes from guest to guest and asks what they would like to hear.
There's more to me than meets the eye...
- LittleLuna
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Re: A fresh start
Vee answers "thank You" to Amon. She isn't sure how to handle with compliments... she didn't get some very often.
Once the music starts, Vee tries to dance with Brax... But tries is the right word because the only dance in which she could win a prize is 'how to step on your partners feet'
After she gives up the dance she takes a glass of Gunters May wine. "I'm sorry for your feet" Vee gives Brax a wry smile "I've never danced like this... at home we have different music and different moves, and even there I wasen't good at all"
Once the music starts, Vee tries to dance with Brax... But tries is the right word because the only dance in which she could win a prize is 'how to step on your partners feet'
After she gives up the dance she takes a glass of Gunters May wine. "I'm sorry for your feet" Vee gives Brax a wry smile "I've never danced like this... at home we have different music and different moves, and even there I wasen't good at all"
I am NOT sweet!
Re: A fresh start
"Your company is pleasant enough.." She grins, taking a short sip, not like her usual red, but good.
Brax dances on her own, her body moving quickly and with some grace, her natural dexterity making up for any lack in training.
Brax dances on her own, her body moving quickly and with some grace, her natural dexterity making up for any lack in training.
" Kid never learned to clear a room. Doors and corners, I told him. Doors and corners."
Demiplane of Dread - Mira Human Bard (Searching for the Crown)
Genwald - Nesserrr (Katten) Feliz Ranger (Going Solo..)
- Stardust (Jade) Pixie Warlock (Seeking answers)
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Genwald - Nesserrr (Katten) Feliz Ranger (Going Solo..)
- Stardust (Jade) Pixie Warlock (Seeking answers)
Borderlands 3 - Navi
Re: A fresh start
Evgeni and Ludmilla make a mixed show of songs and dance tunes, sometimes he sings, sometimes she, and sometimes they duet. It is a very pleasant evening. At some point, after watching Brax dance for herself, Kim approaches her with a slight bow. "May I ask you to partner me for the next dance?" If Brax accepts, she will be gracefully taken in Kim's arms, her right arm extended, and a whisper in her ear instructs start by moving your right foot backwards". Kim will guide her through a set of simple but graceful steps in tune to the music, and thank her with another bow as the tune ends.
In a pause of the entertainers' performance, they hear someone hail them from the pier. Amon and Echo know him, it is Hank, the stable hand from the inn. He's waving his hand which holds a parchment. The two mages know that Hank will remain there, shouting and waving, until the message is taken from his hands, he's well known for that.
In a pause of the entertainers' performance, they hear someone hail them from the pier. Amon and Echo know him, it is Hank, the stable hand from the inn. He's waving his hand which holds a parchment. The two mages know that Hank will remain there, shouting and waving, until the message is taken from his hands, he's well known for that.
There's more to me than meets the eye...
Re: A fresh start
"Certainly, I would be honored." Brax allows Kim to take her by the hand, following the moments solidly, she keeps Kim quite close, giving Amon a curious glance when she passes him.
"Ahhh, I wonder what this is all about?" She comments to Kim as the figure arrives, just as she gives a little curtsey, holding onto the hem of her dress.
"Ahhh, I wonder what this is all about?" She comments to Kim as the figure arrives, just as she gives a little curtsey, holding onto the hem of her dress.
" Kid never learned to clear a room. Doors and corners, I told him. Doors and corners."
Demiplane of Dread - Mira Human Bard (Searching for the Crown)
Genwald - Nesserrr (Katten) Feliz Ranger (Going Solo..)
- Stardust (Jade) Pixie Warlock (Seeking answers)
Borderlands 3 - Navi
Demiplane of Dread - Mira Human Bard (Searching for the Crown)
Genwald - Nesserrr (Katten) Feliz Ranger (Going Solo..)
- Stardust (Jade) Pixie Warlock (Seeking answers)
Borderlands 3 - Navi
Re: A fresh start
Amon descends down the plank to the dock and accepts the message. "Thank you, Hank," he says, unfurling it to see what it says.
Re: A fresh start
The message Hank brings reads:
"In the interest of fence-mending, you are hereby invited, subsequent to the conclusion of your soiree this evening, to visit Tel’s tavern, where an evening of mirth and merriment, dedicated to the town militia, is underway.
Visiting the tavern will provide an opportunity, in front of a large and happy crowd of townsfolk, to thank the militiamen who assisted you during your recent venture.
Such public gesture of appreciation will surely have a positive effect on your reputation among the townsfolk and will serve to cement your relationship with the hard-working civil servants of the militia.
Such opportunities being rare, it is hoped that you will take full advantage of same.
Vasili 'Drake' Iurodstvo"
"In the interest of fence-mending, you are hereby invited, subsequent to the conclusion of your soiree this evening, to visit Tel’s tavern, where an evening of mirth and merriment, dedicated to the town militia, is underway.
Visiting the tavern will provide an opportunity, in front of a large and happy crowd of townsfolk, to thank the militiamen who assisted you during your recent venture.
Such public gesture of appreciation will surely have a positive effect on your reputation among the townsfolk and will serve to cement your relationship with the hard-working civil servants of the militia.
Such opportunities being rare, it is hoped that you will take full advantage of same.
Vasili 'Drake' Iurodstvo"
There's more to me than meets the eye...
Re: A fresh start
A word that Amon was often labeled with was 'naive.' However, anyone who knew him well could not rightfully call him stupid.
As he reads the note, it becomes clear to him that the jester's call for fence-mending was insincere. Amon was not ignorant of politics and how they work--he is the son of a councilman, after all. There was no reason to publicly thank the constables other than cynical political maneuvering. After all, the constables were only doing the jobs they were paid for; and only because Amon summoned them through magic. He isn't sure if Drake's motivations were to somehow improve his own political standing, or just to try and destroy Amon's and the others--or both.
One thing seemed for sure--going to this party would be a mistake. Drake no doubt had the intention to mock and humiliate the party once there. For whatever reason, perhaps simple madness, the jester seemed to resent the party and their success. Crumbling the paper in his hand, Amon drops it into the sea and then steps back on board the ship.
Having to deal with the jester again, even through simple correspondence, put the Abjurer in a sour mood. He does his best to shake it off, and focus on having a good time. "Drink up, everyone," he says, filling a goblet with Gunter's hooch. "Not too much, though. Remember, we set sail tomorrow for Dunreese." He drinks some, gags, and begins coughing harshly. "Wow...kinda strong," he wheezes, unsteadily setting the cup on the ship's railing.
As he reads the note, it becomes clear to him that the jester's call for fence-mending was insincere. Amon was not ignorant of politics and how they work--he is the son of a councilman, after all. There was no reason to publicly thank the constables other than cynical political maneuvering. After all, the constables were only doing the jobs they were paid for; and only because Amon summoned them through magic. He isn't sure if Drake's motivations were to somehow improve his own political standing, or just to try and destroy Amon's and the others--or both.
One thing seemed for sure--going to this party would be a mistake. Drake no doubt had the intention to mock and humiliate the party once there. For whatever reason, perhaps simple madness, the jester seemed to resent the party and their success. Crumbling the paper in his hand, Amon drops it into the sea and then steps back on board the ship.
Having to deal with the jester again, even through simple correspondence, put the Abjurer in a sour mood. He does his best to shake it off, and focus on having a good time. "Drink up, everyone," he says, filling a goblet with Gunter's hooch. "Not too much, though. Remember, we set sail tomorrow for Dunreese." He drinks some, gags, and begins coughing harshly. "Wow...kinda strong," he wheezes, unsteadily setting the cup on the ship's railing.
Re: A fresh start
Relaxed, Geraldine watches Evgeni and Ludmilla perform and the group enjoying themselves. She stretches. "Well, I am glad I am here and not at Tel's tavern. From what the buzz in town said, it will be packed because everyone wants to see the novelty. Drake said he would send you an invitation, has it arrived yet?"
Last edited by Breila on Sun May 13, 2012 11:13 pm, edited 1 time in total.
Reason: edited to account for the fact that Geraldine is already on the boat
Reason: edited to account for the fact that Geraldine is already on the boat
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- HorizonsDream
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Re: A fresh start
"That buffoon started his own party at the tavern?" Echo asks as she sips at the wine. Even she coughs a little as it is a bit strong. "What did Hank want, Amon?" she asks.
Re: A fresh start
"I suspected he was up to something." brax comments. "I will stop by later, as I am staying there and see what he has planned. Vee, Kim, do you wish to join me later?" she grins, and looks to Gerry. "Do you dance constable? Would you give me the honor?" she grins at Amon, "your next." she says licking her lips.
"We have time to do both! Lets have some fun."
"We have time to do both! Lets have some fun."
" Kid never learned to clear a room. Doors and corners, I told him. Doors and corners."
Demiplane of Dread - Mira Human Bard (Searching for the Crown)
Genwald - Nesserrr (Katten) Feliz Ranger (Going Solo..)
- Stardust (Jade) Pixie Warlock (Seeking answers)
Borderlands 3 - Navi
Demiplane of Dread - Mira Human Bard (Searching for the Crown)
Genwald - Nesserrr (Katten) Feliz Ranger (Going Solo..)
- Stardust (Jade) Pixie Warlock (Seeking answers)
Borderlands 3 - Navi
Re: A fresh start
Amon answers both Echo and Geraldine at once. "It was the very invitation that the lieutenant speaks of," he says. "I can't say for sure what the jester's intentions are, but I believe they are...suspect. He may be hoping to use the event to ridicule us in a public forum...or perhaps he is trying to somehow profit from our recent exploits at the mansion." He shakes his head. It was clear that Amon neither liked nor trusted the jester--hence his constant use of the word 'sirrah' when addressing him; a word of contempt used to address those beneath your station.
At Brax's invitation, he freezes like a rabbit suddenly caught in the fox's gaze. "Oh...uh...forgive me, but...I don't dance." Amon knew from experience that Miss Vee, despite all of her toe-stepping, would appear as graceful as a swan compared to a klutz as himself.
At Brax's invitation, he freezes like a rabbit suddenly caught in the fox's gaze. "Oh...uh...forgive me, but...I don't dance." Amon knew from experience that Miss Vee, despite all of her toe-stepping, would appear as graceful as a swan compared to a klutz as himself.
Re: A fresh start
Geraldine looks at Brax in surprise. "Dance with you? Me? Well... I don't know the steps, honestly. I've only ever danced around the maypole, as a child" Her eyes travel to Kim. "Kim over there is certainly a much better dancer."
(OOC: waiting on MuffinMan and Robbo, they should have a chance at partying, too!)
(OOC: waiting on MuffinMan and Robbo, they should have a chance at partying, too!)
There's more to me than meets the eye...
Re: A fresh start
Gunter hangs back a little by the keg, enjoying the soft rocking of the boat and the buzz of a good batch of wine. although he was far from home and missed it, he is finding that he's starting to like these people he's fallen in with.