B6: The Veiled Society - IC

[Theroc]

Kynar frowns at the procession, and his frown deepens as Barek attempted to intervene. Should they be drawn into combat, he'd be unarmed! He moved towards Razak, whispering lightly.

"Razak, my weapons are bound... if a fight breaks out, I won't be much help unless we deal with these knots..."

At that, he simply did his best to look mildly imposing in his armor and confident in his skills.

[HolyMan]

ooc

good question a little sleight of hand?? could that be used to lossen the knots so they appear still tied or make it so that it would be a full round action to draw the weapon (meaning slightly knotted but easy enough to be drawn)

[kinem]

ooc

Yes If the weapon is not really bound, a declared perception check could potentially reveal that. If the knots are loose, drawing the weapon is a full round action that provokes AOO.

The men turn to look at Barek, but turn back to the confrontation with determined looks on their faces.

Two men in green livery rush in from the crowd. They are burly and sheathed daggers are visible.

"Break it up!" one of them barks. The man in the muck gets up, and he and the other man back off, allowing the procession to proceed. The men in the green uniforms melt back into the crowd.

A woman's face peeks out from the curtain of the sedan chair, but only briefly, and you don't get a good look at her.

The procession continues on with no further incident. The statues and sedan chair are carried through the gate you came in from and out of the city. A few people follow along, but most of the revelers stay in the city and move on to other aspects of the celebration.

ooc: What do you want to do now?

[jkason]

Barek watches with amused interest as the liveried men break up the fight, then he turns back to his companions and shrugs.

"Can't say that I did much," he admits, "but three cheers for avoiding conflict, eh? That does seem to underscore the fact I think we should be finding some daggers before we do anything else."

Assuming none of his companions object, Barek heads in the direction of the dagger-dealer the guard told them about.

[Theroc]

"Can't say that I did much, but three cheers for avoiding conflict, eh? That does seem to underscore the fact I think we should be finding some daggers before we do anything else."

Kynar chuckled lightly at Barek's response, before sighing lightly, remembering his own dilemma.

"I think I'd rather just find someone to pay to walk with my weapons unbound. I'm a swordsman, not a knife-brawler..." The elf grumbled, "It's not as if I'm some murderous thug using my instruments as a means to terrorize the citizens!" However, he did follow Barek without protest, preferring a dagger to no weapon, but definitely feeling the daggers were a step DOWN with regards to his combat effectiveness.

[Rhun]

Celythia raises an eyebrow at Kynar's words. "You are in a civilized city, with a dedicated watch force. Why would you need your weapons unbound unless you are planning to start trouble?"

[ghostcat]

Caridoc rejoins his friends and say quietly "Spoilsports. A nice little fight was brewing there. Right what's next. Continue to the dagger shop?"

OOC:

Theroc and I have ended up using the same colour, so I have changed to Magenta.

[kinem]

You make your way through the crowd. The vast majority of the people you see are human, but you do see a few elves, dwarves, and halflings as well. Most appear unarmed, though some bear daggers.

Most dress in their best clothes and many wear brightly-colored outfits, those some wear worn but sturdy clothing. Jugglers and fire-eaters are scattered throughout the crowd. The noise from whistles, drums, singing, and chatter makes talking difficult.

The side streets are narrow and twisting, and shadows are long this early evening. There are trenches in the centers of the side streets.

Most buildings stand one or two stories. They are made of dried clay brick or mud and wattle, constructed on a wooden frame. A few buildings are made of stone or fired brick.

A few small shops line the street here. A few blocks from the gate, you see a two story brick shop with a pair of daggers painted over the arched doorway. The points of the daggers touch above the door, with the hilts down and to the sides: /\

Inside, a large dog lifts his head and watches you enter. Behind a large counter is a large man, as well as many daggers and a few other weapons, including a greatsword hanging on the back wall.

"Welcome" the man intones.

[HolyMan]

Rezak looking like the beggar he is, takes up a postion outside the shop. He usually has trouble with shopkeepers due to his appearance. He spends his time watching the crowd and wondering how much trouble with the local Guild, he would get in if he found a mark before asking.

Leaning against the shops wall he folds his arms and looks on thinking of what his life will be like here in a "grand" city.

[Theroc]

"You are in a civilized city, with a dedicated watch force. Why would you need your weapons unbound unless you are planning to start trouble?"

"They don't bind your magic, do they? Use a spell to prevent you from using YOUR weapon, do they? Why should I be treated differently just because my weapon is visible? Besides, the guards specifically excluded daggers... which means a great deal of people likely carry them concealed... I'd rather be prepared, no?" Kynar retorts, a faint grin sliding across his face as he looked at the woman before he turns away again and follows Caridoc and the others towards the weapons shop. He entered, looking about the shop and inspecting the wares of a fellow smith. After all, the boy was somewhat of a bladesmith himself, and wanted to see if the man's work matched up.

"Good day to you sir, how fare you on this fine day?" The swordsman greets politely, despite his eyes not meeting the man as he immediately began inspecting the merchandise.

OOC

Kinem, should I roll some kind of appraisal check for a general gauge of the smith's quality?

[kinem]

"Very well, and you? I am Koro. From the looks of it, you are a group of wealthy adventurers who just arrived in town, yes? Perhaps you are in the market for a dagger. Daggers start at two gold apiece, but surely you want something more impressive? Perhaps a jeweled hilt? For you, as a welcoming gesture, just fifty gold."

Koro produces a fancy dagger and draws it. Small gemstones are set into the silvery hilt, which sports a dragon design.

There are a number of daggers behind the counter of various styles. None show obvious rust or deformation. Some are small, no doubt meant for a halfling or gnome. A few are punching daggers, with the blade attached to a horizontal handle that projects out from a fist when held.

ooc: A closer look would be required to tell for sure what the quality is, but it appears average.

[ghostcat]

Caridoc looked around the shop while waiting his turn to be served, paying particular attention to any bludgeoning weapons that may be on display. Once its his turn, he asks the shopkeeper for a small dagger that is suitable for his small stature. "And mind you none of this expensive jeweled stuff. I personally prefer a starknife but the watch insist that I can only carry a dagger. So the cheaper the better. Also, Do I get a discount for its small size.

Caridoc will buy a single standard (2gp) dagger.

[kinem]

Koro shows Caridoc a small dagger. It is plain and looks to be of average quality.

"Two gold. It requires less metal, true, but more precise workmanship."

When the gnome hands over the gold, the man throws in a small sheath.

[jkason]

Originally Posted by kinem

"Very well, and you? I am Koro. From the looks of it, you are a group of wealthy adventurers who just arrived in town, yes? Perhaps you are in the market for a dagger. Daggers start at two gold apiece, but surely you want something more impressive? Perhaps a jeweled hilt? For you, as a welcoming gesture, just fifty gold."

Koro produces a fancy dagger and draws it. Small gemstones are set into the silvery hilt, which sports a dragon design.

"Lovely, indeed," the bard says with a smile. "But I have to admit I'd be afraid my only means of defense would be the one thing pickpockets would most quickly target. No, I think I'll stick with the utilitarian model, thank you."

[kinem]

Caridoc notices a few maces (one small) and saps on the back wall.

"As you wish" Koro tells Berek "but keep it in mind. The time may come when you wish to appear rich, to impress merchants or the ladies, and a fine looking weapon can often set a man apart, you know."

"Or indeed, it can be a perfect accessory for a fine lady" he adds to the elven lady.

He hands the bard a plain dagger, a larger version of Caridoc's model, with a sheath. It seems of average quality. "Two gold."

[Rhun]

Originally Posted by Theroc

"They don't bind your magic, do they? Use a spell to prevent you from using YOUR weapon, do they? Why should I be treated differently just because my weapon is visible? Besides, the guards specifically excluded daggers... which means a great deal of people likely carry them concealed... I'd rather be prepared, no?" Kynar retorts, a faint grin sliding across his face as he looked at the woman before he turns away again and follows Caridoc and the others towards the weapons shop.

"Spoken with the same lack of intelligence I've come to expect from the typical swordsman," says Celythia quietly, but just loud enough for Kynar to hear as he turns away and enters the weapon's shop.

She follows along with the others, but is little impressed by the display of weapons. Her own dagger would serve her well enough should she need to use it.

[ghostcat]

Caridoc straps on his new dagger in plain sight. The idea is to show that while complying with the local law he is still armed and, although small, dangerous. After a few moments though, he decides that having an hold out would be prudent and buys a second dagger, along with a leg sheath.

[kinem]

Barek and Caridoc buy their daggers. "Anything else?" Koro inquires.

The large, black dog lays down in a corner and begins wagging his tail.

ooc: What do you guys want to do next? It is early evening.

[Theroc]

Kynar picks up a dagger, inspecting it for quality before deciding whether or not to make a purchase, if the quality is average or better, he'll make a purchase.

[Rhun]

"Master Koro," says Celythia, "We are only just arrived in the city...perhaps you could recommend a nice inn where we could find accommodation? Someplace clean?"