B6: The Veiled Society - IC

[kinem]

When Kynar inspects a dagger, the quality looks about average, so he buys it.

Koro answers "There are some inns down the road. The Salty Pup isn't bad, I hear, though I don't know if I'd call it clean. The Tea Rex is a little further down and might be good.

A lot of people visit the city for the Festival of Lucor, though, so good luck finding a private room. You'd best hurry before they're all filled up."

[jkason]

Barek smiles at the merchant's remarks about appearing rich. "Certainly jewels would come in handy in that circumstance. And if I have need of the embellishment, I know just where to look," he says amiably.

[ghostcat]

"If rooms are so scarce, we'd better hurry up and find one." Caridoc leaves the shop and starts down the road. Looking over his shoulder to make sure the overs are following. Just has he is leaving the shop he has a thought, "Good by and thank you" he says to the shopkeeper.[/color]

[Theroc]

"Goodbye my good sir, have a lovely evening..."

Kynar bid the man, before turning to follow the gnome, concealing his dagger under his light jacket. While he'd still much prefer his rapier or his curve blade, he suppose a dagger would have to suffice, should things get ugly until he manages some sort of agreement to carry his blade amongst the general populace.

[jkason]

Barek nods to the shopkeep as he jogs off to catch his companions.

"Looks like we're off to try to find lodging. Good day to you!"

[Rhun]

Celythia places a copper on the counter for the man. "Thank you for the recommendations, Master Koro." With that, she nods and follows her companions out of the shop.

"Let us look at these two inns good Master Koro recommended, and see which might have the nicest amenities."

[kinem]

"Thank you" Koro nods as he takes the copper. "Enjoy your stay in Specularum."

With some newly armed, you all head down the crowded street. Now that the procession has passed, most of the traffic is headed the same way as you are, away from the gate and towards the inns.

After a few blocks you find the Salty Pup. A dalmation pup, with black spots, is painted over the door. The inn is crowded and noisy, as patrons determined to enjoy the holiday consume more beer, ale, and wine than food.

The bartender, a swarthy human man in black clothing, greets you. "Good evening."

[HolyMan]

ooc

Rezak again doesn't enter the building with the group, he instead takes to the neaest corner to start begging and listening for street rumors. After close to an hour if the others don't come out he will go in and join them for dinner and tell them anything he has learned.

[ghostcat]

Caridoc waited impatiently for one of is tall companions to answer the innkeeper. After what seemed like ages but was only about half a minute he could not keep quite any longer. "Good day Innkeeper. My companions and myself are looking for rooms for a few days. Along with a good meal and a glass or two of ale. Do you have anything available?"

[kinem]

HolyMan

Most people ignore Rezak, but a young couple takes notice of you. Seeking to impress his girl, the man tosses you a silver. "Have a good Festival" he tells you. The girl smiles and they walk on past.

The bartender replies "Ale we have in plenty.

There is one room left. Three people can share it, but it's a tight fit. Most people checked in yesterday, you know. Most other inns are probably booked up, too. Your best bet is to split up. Take the room here, and maybe a couple of you can find a room at another inn. Our room charge is one gold per person."

[Rhun]

"Book the room, Caridoc." says Celythia, with a nod to her companion. "Then we can walk down to the Tea Rex and see what they have available."

[Theroc]

Kynar was not particularly thrilled with dividing themselves up, but it appeared the alternatives was sleeping in the streets, which was not a particularly comfortable or safe thing to attempt.

He nodded to Celythia's comment. "Agreed. I hope Rezak won't be too disappointed if we find a room for him..." He joked with a grin as he moved to head back outside, checking his hidden dagger to ensure it was still easily reachable and secured properly.

[ghostcat]

Caridoc is a bit disgruntled that the others had left him to deal with the inkeeper, especially as he will end up paying. Trying not to let it show he says. "OK we'll take the room. Can I just pay for one person until we know who is sleeping there." Nodding in the direction of Celythia, Caridoc continues "After all we can't expect a lady to share a room with a group of men. He fishes out a gold piece, which he offers to the innkeeper. "This is to reserve the room and allow one person to sleep in it."

[kinem]

The bartender takes the gold and replies "As you wish. If more than one of you use it, you'll have to pay the difference later.

It would make more sense to charge a flat fee per room, but what do I know, I just work here" he mutters.

ooc: I assume you will all head over to the next inn. Will Rezak remain outside?

A block down the street is an inn with a large yellow crown painted above the wooden door. The crown extends out past the sides of the door, forming a T shape with it.

Inside, the inn looks similar to the other one but slightly higher class. It is lit by smokeless (everburning) torches in the ceiling. The crowd is similar but slightly better dressed.

Behind the bar, a blond man serves drinks.

[jkason]

"I'll try this one," the bard says, and walks up to the barkeep. "We're hoping, friend, that you have a room or two still open?"

[HolyMan]

Rezak follows the others down to the second inn mentioned by the gate guards, keeping his distance and the others in sight. A small smile forms in the shadows of his hood as he noticers the marks in this area seem to be a little more well to do than the pervious area.

ooc

Since Rezak looks and acts like a penniless bum it's best he stays outside till rooms are bought then it doesn't matter after it's already paid for. LOL

[kinem]

The blond man replies to Barek "You are in luck. We have one room still available. It's not that big but three people can sleep there. Three gold for the night."

[kinem]

ooc: From here on out, take care not to read any sblock meant for other PCs.

Barek, Caridoc, Celythia, Kynar

From nearby in the smoky common room comes a loud, tipsy voice.

A tall, scarred man points at you. He wears a green outfit that reminds you of the ones worn by the men who intervened in the dispute at the festival.

“Hey there! I see you need another room. Want some work? Here, sit and drink. Ale on me!" The bartender brings you each a mug of ale.

"I need strong bodies. Theosius is my name. You look brave, and honest. Do the four of you want to earn money? I have a room here but if you accept my offer you can have it. I have friends I can stay with.”

Rezak

Rezak earns three coppers as folks pass by and a few of them take pity on him.

The street becomes noticably less crowded as most people have either gone inside or gone past the inn.

One man walks by. He lurches drunkenly along. He smiles and nods as he passes. Suddenly, three hooded men step around the corner and the drunken man turns around. None of the men carry weapons openly.

“So, new to town, eh?” asks the drunken man, who now appears quite sober. He takes a hard lok at you. “You look like you need some work. Now, we have some things that need to be done and you look fairly smart. I’m sure you would want to help us.

You staying here?” he asks, pointing to the inn. “Be a real good idea if you didn’t leave for a while. We’ll see you tomorrow night, one way or the other. Here, catch,” he says. He throws you a small bag.

With that, the men begin to walk away.

[Rhun]

For DM, Barek, Caridoc, Celythia, Kynar

Celythia accepts the offer of a seat, her motions prim and proper as a lady should be. "Thank you, Master Theosius," she says. "Your offer is intriguing. What sort of work did you have in mind?"

[kinem]

Barek, Caridoc, Celythia, Kynar

Theosius replies "I'm looking for trustworthy people to perform occasional duties. None of it involves doing anything illegal, but there may be danger involved. You look to me like people who can deal with that. I can't say too much right now, but it could be something like bodyguard duty. Scarin' off trouble, not making it."