Finishing his little ceremony, Ares decides it is time to grab something to eatand drain a drink down his throat. He wraps a leather bandage around his cut, place the hood over his horns and go down.
Ares enters the main hall, cursing quietly as he sees that most humans are still here. He looks around and spots the table where his companions are. He walks slowly to them, placing his bandaged hand in his pocket to avoid questions. Evening...
Seeing a wench passing by he will tell her that he wants the dinner and drink now. He already paid for them when he ordered the room. Glancing back to his companions he spots they are gathered around a letter. He takes a sit and waits patiently to his order. What’s this?
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Zirat Igruf, Gladiator (Rhun's ToEE): OOC ; IC ; RG
"I agree that we must go ... and that it looks strange. I wonder what evil would afflict one particular woman by means of wounds. Usually monsters just hunt whoever is nearby. I fear she has been bitten by a werewolf - in which case we may not be able to do much to save her.
Meanwhile, I could certainly use more ale." He motions to the barkeep.
"Devil you say," says Delkat as he follows the Captain's gaze.
After the gypsy has left, Delkat continues,"Well, what do you make of that?"
He awaits the reaction of the Captain.
Once he hears what the Captain has to say, he thanks him and stands up and walks over to the table where the letter resides.
For S@squ@tch
Torvay shakes his head. "I don't know what to make of that. Certainly unusual, to be sure. I tell you this: If you plan to travel to Barovia Town, I hope your goddess goes with you. For rumor says it is an evil place. I wish you luck, Lightbringer."
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"I believe that imagination is stronger than knowledge - myth is more potent than history - dreams are more powerful than facts - hope always triumphs over experience - laughter is the cure for grief - love is stronger than death." -Robert Fulghum
While you begin your deliberations about the letter, the innkeeper takes a look in the pouch that was left on the counter and his eyes go wide. He slides it under the bar, smiling widely, and begins filling mugs for everyone in the place.
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"I believe that imagination is stronger than knowledge - myth is more potent than history - dreams are more powerful than facts - hope always triumphs over experience - laughter is the cure for grief - love is stronger than death." -Robert Fulghum
Kyranvik sighed. "Yes, we must go. It surely must be a trap, but still we must go in the remote chance it is not. But Esme is right, tonight we drink, we dance we live. And tomorrow we leave for Barovia."
While you begin your deliberations about the letter, the innkeeper takes a look in the pouch that was left on the counter and his eyes go wide. He slides it under the bar, smiling widely, and begins filling mugs for everyone in the place.
"Sounds like an excellent plan Ky," Esme takes another ale with a happy grin. Too long she had been living alone in the woods she realized.
"It's nice to be warm and dry and in the company of friends and I'm feeling generous. Does anyone have a question they'd like answered?" She says as she fans out her tarot cards. "Or palms they went read?" Her large blue eyes look up from under her long lashes, sparkling mischievously.
While you begin your deliberations about the letter, the innkeeper takes a look in the pouch that was left on the counter and his eyes go wide. He slides it under the bar, smiling widely, and begins filling mugs for everyone in the place.
Hey keep, make sure dat covers my room! And not with Muffy the dog faced wench over there.
See, i knew all yah would come around. Now 'marrow we'll save some noble lass, earn some coin & be da talk of the town. What is the worse that could happen . . .
See, i knew all yah would come around. Now 'marrow we'll save some noble lass, earn some coin & be da talk of the town. What is the worse that could happen . . .
Kay'el stops, wine halfway to his lips, and sets the glass down with a sigh as he regards his newest companion. "The worst that could happen? Asking such questions is regarded among my people as the lowest of curses one can bestow upon their friends, for it is known to summon trouble. What is the worst that can happen.." He looks to Esmee and her cards "I think that is a question best left unanswered. If we never discover the answer to your question, I will die happily - and with luck, no time soon."
Being upstairs while the others read the letter, Ares takes the letter and begins to read it.
He frowns immediately. ...good people of our town ... bah!
He say with a boo I curse them all to suffer
He thinks to himself Kolyan Indrirovich... he will pay... as the others will pay, they will pay with blood.
Turning to his companions Ares say You will find nothing but evil in the town ... Even the most merciful deity would have sent all the denizens to rot in the abyss. Those who seek help are the lesser of two evils.
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Zirat Igruf, Gladiator (Rhun's ToEE): OOC ; IC ; RG
You continue to discuss the letter and drink free ale, with Nebten becoming good and truly drunk. The hour grows late, after mid-night now, and the townsolk begin to venture out into the night, the rain seeming to have slowed to just a steady drizzle in the last hour.
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"I believe that imagination is stronger than knowledge - myth is more potent than history - dreams are more powerful than facts - hope always triumphs over experience - laughter is the cure for grief - love is stronger than death." -Robert Fulghum
Donner may or may not be passed out which could require somebody to take him up to his room. Or he could just be left where he lays. It wouldn't be the first time nor most likely the last.
"Good night everyone." Ryan will help Donner to his room, and could probably use some help with that. He considers playing a trick on the passed-out man but decides not to.
In his own room, Ryan will sleep with Nessie within easy reach, just in case.
Ryan, Donner and Sarryx retire for the night, leaving the others in the now mostly empty taproom.
__________________ -Rhun
"I believe that imagination is stronger than knowledge - myth is more potent than history - dreams are more powerful than facts - hope always triumphs over experience - laughter is the cure for grief - love is stronger than death." -Robert Fulghum
"Hrumph. No one wants a reading." Esmeralda tucks her tarot deck away and enjoys another drinks. Once she is nice and happy she stumbles her way back up to her room.
I do not want to know my future ... yet.
Ares reply to Esme
Since he went down much later then the other and since he don’t need much sleep (Ring of Sustenance), Ares stays down in the main hall. He eats slowly and drinks even slower.
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Zirat Igruf, Gladiator (Rhun's ToEE): OOC ; IC ; RG
Delkat rises early in the morning and sets about to pray to his goddess for her aid in this dark land, then dress himself and prepare for the day.
A short time later, he is in the main room of the inn, partaking in a hearty breakfast while waiting for the others, wondering if they had drank late into the night and pondering if he was better off by himself or with them.
OOC
Spells Prepared: (DC=14+spell level)
0th - (5) Light, Detect Magic, Resistance, Read Magic, Guidance
1st - (4+1) Divine Favor, Bless, Shield of Faith, Nimbus of Light, Endure Elements(D)
2nd - (4+1) Deific Vengeance, Consecrate, Spiritual Weapon, Bull's Strength, Heat Metal (D)
3rd - (3+1) Lesser Visage of the Deity, Magic Circle vs Evil, Dispel Magic, Searing Light (D)
The night passes without incident, you all getting a peaceful nights sleep in comfortable feather beds. The day dawns cold and wet, but at least the rain has, for the most part, stopped.
__________________ -Rhun
"I believe that imagination is stronger than knowledge - myth is more potent than history - dreams are more powerful than facts - hope always triumphs over experience - laughter is the cure for grief - love is stronger than death." -Robert Fulghum
Esmeralda decides to sleep in; it had been a long time since she was in a comfortable, warm, soft bed. Finally rising she dresses simply and heads downstairs to the common room. She finds Delkat there already eating. She motions to a serving girl and orders a strong beverage and light breakfast.
"Good morning Delkat," she says cheerily. "Did you sleep well? Are we the first up this lovely morning?"
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