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<blockquote data-quote="Delgar" data-source="post: 5077080" data-attributes="member: 3195"><p><strong>2nd Roleplaying session</strong></p><p></p><p><strong><u>Rail to Sharn</u></strong></p><p></p><p><em>After having a good discussion with Dr. Lazarus, and armed with more questions than answers, and after resupplying and selling your plunder you're on your way to Sharn, the city of towers.</em></p><p></p><p>(Here you have the opportunity to discuss in character whatever you want; this will allow you to develop your character further by interacting with your party members. Of course you can always sit in silence on the whole train ride but that's boring. No Npc's to interact with on this part so it's up to you guys. Here's the ball let's see where it goes)</p><p></p><p><strong>Grayos:</strong> <em>Well, talking to him was next to useless. Beyond getting a minute amount of back-story and what "may or may not be" connected, we're really not much better off, in my mind. </em></p><p></p><p>I WILL pat ourselves on the back for the way we handled that House Tharask debacle in the mill. My apologies Tor, you seemed concerned with whether or not diplomacy was the way, but from what I've seen, when mercenaries are the topic, unless you've more money to offer, then we'd be hard-pressed to negotiate with anything other than force. Even still, you seemed pretty edgy to start a fight, was something amiss?</p><p>Why is it you perceive they were involved with this death? Was this friend close to you?</p><p></p><p><strong>Tor:</strong> Maybe I didn't make myself clear ...let ...it ...go.</p><p><Tor forms a smile on his face></p><p> </p><p>Yes, I do agree. <He says to no one></p><p></p><p><strong>Mathas: </strong> *eyes Tor* Are you talking to your symbiont right now? Maybe you'd find out what it knows, it apparently doesn't miss a thing, within sight anyway.</p><p></p><p><strong>Tor:</strong> "It" knows nothing more than what you already know.</p><p></p><p><strong>Mathas:</strong> I very much doubt that, Tor. Just make sure you aren't trusting that thing too far. That coat was manufactured by beings smarter than you and I, for purposes that aren't always benevolent. When the time comes, don't hesitate to remove it, lest you become its servant.</p><p></p><p><strong>Tor: </strong> Do not concern yourself with whom I trust. I am loyal to this mission and its cause and will...</p><p> </p><p><Tor pauses></p><p> </p><p>Indeed. You need not worry about me Mathas. If I have something to share, I'll share it.</p><p></p><p><strong>Mathas:</strong> *nods to Grayos*</p><p></p><p>I've wondered that myself. Have you had run-ins with mercenaries in the past, Tor? Don't concern yourself. The mercenaries were merely an obstacle in the way, and were dealt with as such. None will prevent me this time....er.. Prevent us from getting answers.</p><p></p><p>*stares out the window*</p><p></p><p>I can't shake this feeling that we are walking into a trap, while it seems we have no choice in the matter. I think we should be in and out of Sharn as quickly as possible, without raising any suspicion. I also recommend getting the map and notes Dr. Lazarus needs first before making liaison with Olakki. I have a feeling it won't be as easy as he made it sound. What if room 214 has a new occupant? Are we supposed to just barge in and rip up the floor?</p><p></p><p><strong>Tor:</strong> <Tor regards Mathas with a long stare></p><p></p><p><strong>Grayos:</strong> Well I'm certainly hoping that we can use some strategy with a little more tact. I'm sure a simple ruse of a rat infestation can clear out tenants while we "clean up". Or merely wait and sneak in when we are positive new tenants are no longer there. I'm sure the less attention we draw to ourselves, the better off we'll be.</p><p></p><p><strong>Tor: </strong> Please do not consider my reluctance as any disrespect ...toward any of you. I would rather not tell my tale and my mistrust in House Tharask is my own burden to carry. I'm only sorry that you all were swept up in my rage. I promise to let diplomacy takes its course in the future.</p><p></p><p><Tor gives a quizzical look to no one in particular></p><p></p><p>I will if need be. <He says to absolutely no one></p><p></p><p>As for the trap, I believe your intuition may be right, and we ...I agree with your course of action.</p><p></p><p><strong>Grayos: </strong> <raised eyebrow> You will if need be... What? Are... Are you talking to yourself? As a non-sequitor, why bother with worrying about who's burden is who's to bear? As far as I can tell, life and limb have already been risked and apparently we've no trouble rescuing octogenarians from hooligans on lightning rails. Why not at least pay a listening ear to one of our own?</p><p></p><p><strong>Tor:</strong> <Tor smiles at Grayos></p><p> Indeed, speak if you must. But leave my past alone.</p><p></p><p><strong>Grayos: </strong> Well... That was... That was what I was going for, Warden, was for you to speak about your past. If you've got issues with House Tharask. My reason for asking is twofold. One is akin to what I said before- we've risked our lives together and apparently are tied to rooting out some Far Realm nonsense, so if one of us has an issue, well, heck, we're helping Dr Lazarus on a whim, why not help out a compatriot. The second is, well, less altruistic. If your issue is going to be the cause of abrasion between this group and anything to do with House Tharask, I'd like to know exactly what I'm being dragged into the middle of so that when the longsword is sliding between my ribs, and I gasp my last breath, I can know WHY precisely that sword has Tharashk written on it.</p><p></p><p><strong>Tor:</strong> <Tor listens ...to not only Grayos></p><p> </p><p>You seem to forget friend Tiefling, our dealings with the mercenaries is because of our possession of the necklace ...not with my past. I can control my anger in the future as I have promised, though you sorely test it. Also, if you meet your death on the business end of a Tharask sword, rest assured that I will find comfort that my past had nothing to with it.</p><p></p><p></p><p><strong>Mathas:</strong> I'm not so sure using some sort of ruse is the best idea. The less people we involve ourselves with the better. As a matter of fact, it might be a better idea to just, well, sequester the individual temporarily if it comes to that. Either way, it may be a good idea to find out what to expect before entering the campus. Perhaps a local tavern might be a good start, find out the comings and goings and if there are any special documents required to enter the campus and room 214.</p><p></p><p><strong>Tor:</strong> You again use sound logic.</p><p> </p><p><Tor pauses and "ponders"></p><p> </p><p>Yes, I also agree.</p><p></p><p><strong>Vralwyn <to the group>:</strong> What do you know about this man Lazarus anyhow? I understand coming to the aid of an old man in need, but how exactly did his enemies become our enemies? All this nonsense with happenings in the Far Reaches is beyond me. Have you ever considered that a scholar of Xoriat might have a touch of madness himself?</p><p></p><p><strong>Tor: </strong> There is wisdom in your words Vralwyn.</p><p> </p><p><Tor listens to someone, chuckles and turn to Grayos></p><p> </p><p>Or is my past at fault there as well "friend" Tiefling? Enlightened Vralwyn with your thoughts on this.</p><p></p><p><strong>Grayos:</strong> I’m not quite sure I follow what you wish for me to do… You wish for me to enlighten V? He’s been sitting here the whole time, I’m sure he heard what I’ve said. I’m sensing some hostility there, don’t get me wrong, we’re not friends, merely compatriots on the same quests. I was merely extending the olive branch in the manner befitting someone attempting to get to know one’s comrades. Trust me, it will not happen again. </p><p>As to the wisdom of the ranger, while I’m not a proponent for sticking my neck for anyone, the doctor has some keen insight into worlds of power. I could care less about his enemies, but while I gain access to more and more knowledge, I’m on board with helping Lazarus. Believe me, I didn’t survive Droamm by being altruistic. That’s why I’m helping him, I don’t know about the rest of present company. I would wager to say that we all appear to be better off financially since we started helping him, at the very least.</p><p></p><p><strong>Vralwyn (Places a hand in Grayo's shoulder): </strong>Just because a rabbit runs with a wolf, doesn't make him part of the pack. (Tries to lead Grayos away from Tor). Don't worry your rabbit head about his past (nods at Tor). If he needs our help, he knows where we are. Tell me what you know of Lazarus. He certainly didn't have sense enough to avoid crossing house p'harlain.</p><p></p><p><strong>Grayos:</strong> Listen here, Ser Ranger, (shrugs off V's hand) if that is your attitude regarding this adventure and this group, I can easily find other avenues to my own ends. I need not the condescension of you. As for Dr. Lazarus, you've been here on the train as much as I have, you know precisely what I do. Honestly, one hiding a past I can abide by, but being patronized I cannot. </p><p></p><p><strong>Vralwyn: (Vralwyn laughs as his hand is shrugged off)</strong> So, the rabbit has teeth after all! Peace friend, peace! (Vralwyn holds up his hands in surrender) I just don't want our friend over there (nods at Tor) taking a bite out of the one person among us who can understand all this bookish stuff. I may have heard all that you've heard, but I freely admit to understanding little of it. Hate me if you must, but please don't go wandering back into the wolf's den.</p><p></p><p><strong>Grayos:</strong> Fair enough. There is no sort of enmity involved, toward any parties involved. I am not, however, keen on what could be perceived as an insult to my own character. I survived quite a bit to get this far. I merely find it curious that we rely on each other to not to run during combat, but know nothing about each other beyond names and species. Like, for instances, why a ranger would forsake the comfort of his natural habitat to ride lightning rails and delve into a jungle of towers and passageways like Sharn.</p><p></p><p><strong>Tor:</strong> <Tor's grin is wide></p><p> </p><p>We are unlikely bunch of heroes. I think we will succeed in our endeavors ...despite what I hear.</p><p> </p><p>You keep your strong point of view wizard for it my save you and all of us in the end.</p><p> </p><p>The journey is long and I need my rest as do you all. Save your strength, the worse is yet to come.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Delgar, post: 5077080, member: 3195"] [b]2nd Roleplaying session[/b] [B][U]Rail to Sharn[/U][/B] [I]After having a good discussion with Dr. Lazarus, and armed with more questions than answers, and after resupplying and selling your plunder you're on your way to Sharn, the city of towers.[/I] (Here you have the opportunity to discuss in character whatever you want; this will allow you to develop your character further by interacting with your party members. Of course you can always sit in silence on the whole train ride but that's boring. No Npc's to interact with on this part so it's up to you guys. Here's the ball let's see where it goes) [B]Grayos:[/B] [I]Well, talking to him was next to useless. Beyond getting a minute amount of back-story and what "may or may not be" connected, we're really not much better off, in my mind. [/I] I WILL pat ourselves on the back for the way we handled that House Tharask debacle in the mill. My apologies Tor, you seemed concerned with whether or not diplomacy was the way, but from what I've seen, when mercenaries are the topic, unless you've more money to offer, then we'd be hard-pressed to negotiate with anything other than force. Even still, you seemed pretty edgy to start a fight, was something amiss? Why is it you perceive they were involved with this death? Was this friend close to you? [B]Tor:[/B] Maybe I didn't make myself clear ...let ...it ...go. <Tor forms a smile on his face> Yes, I do agree. <He says to no one> [B]Mathas: [/B] *eyes Tor* Are you talking to your symbiont right now? Maybe you'd find out what it knows, it apparently doesn't miss a thing, within sight anyway. [B]Tor:[/B] "It" knows nothing more than what you already know. [B]Mathas:[/B] I very much doubt that, Tor. Just make sure you aren't trusting that thing too far. That coat was manufactured by beings smarter than you and I, for purposes that aren't always benevolent. When the time comes, don't hesitate to remove it, lest you become its servant. [B]Tor: [/B] Do not concern yourself with whom I trust. I am loyal to this mission and its cause and will... <Tor pauses> Indeed. You need not worry about me Mathas. If I have something to share, I'll share it. [B]Mathas:[/B] *nods to Grayos* I've wondered that myself. Have you had run-ins with mercenaries in the past, Tor? Don't concern yourself. The mercenaries were merely an obstacle in the way, and were dealt with as such. None will prevent me this time....er.. Prevent us from getting answers. *stares out the window* I can't shake this feeling that we are walking into a trap, while it seems we have no choice in the matter. I think we should be in and out of Sharn as quickly as possible, without raising any suspicion. I also recommend getting the map and notes Dr. Lazarus needs first before making liaison with Olakki. I have a feeling it won't be as easy as he made it sound. What if room 214 has a new occupant? Are we supposed to just barge in and rip up the floor? [B]Tor:[/B] <Tor regards Mathas with a long stare> [B]Grayos:[/B] Well I'm certainly hoping that we can use some strategy with a little more tact. I'm sure a simple ruse of a rat infestation can clear out tenants while we "clean up". Or merely wait and sneak in when we are positive new tenants are no longer there. I'm sure the less attention we draw to ourselves, the better off we'll be. [B]Tor: [/B] Please do not consider my reluctance as any disrespect ...toward any of you. I would rather not tell my tale and my mistrust in House Tharask is my own burden to carry. I'm only sorry that you all were swept up in my rage. I promise to let diplomacy takes its course in the future. <Tor gives a quizzical look to no one in particular> I will if need be. <He says to absolutely no one> As for the trap, I believe your intuition may be right, and we ...I agree with your course of action. [B]Grayos: [/B] <raised eyebrow> You will if need be... What? Are... Are you talking to yourself? As a non-sequitor, why bother with worrying about who's burden is who's to bear? As far as I can tell, life and limb have already been risked and apparently we've no trouble rescuing octogenarians from hooligans on lightning rails. Why not at least pay a listening ear to one of our own? [B]Tor:[/B] <Tor smiles at Grayos> Indeed, speak if you must. But leave my past alone. [B]Grayos: [/B] Well... That was... That was what I was going for, Warden, was for you to speak about your past. If you've got issues with House Tharask. My reason for asking is twofold. One is akin to what I said before- we've risked our lives together and apparently are tied to rooting out some Far Realm nonsense, so if one of us has an issue, well, heck, we're helping Dr Lazarus on a whim, why not help out a compatriot. The second is, well, less altruistic. If your issue is going to be the cause of abrasion between this group and anything to do with House Tharask, I'd like to know exactly what I'm being dragged into the middle of so that when the longsword is sliding between my ribs, and I gasp my last breath, I can know WHY precisely that sword has Tharashk written on it. [B]Tor:[/B] <Tor listens ...to not only Grayos> You seem to forget friend Tiefling, our dealings with the mercenaries is because of our possession of the necklace ...not with my past. I can control my anger in the future as I have promised, though you sorely test it. Also, if you meet your death on the business end of a Tharask sword, rest assured that I will find comfort that my past had nothing to with it. [B]Mathas:[/B] I'm not so sure using some sort of ruse is the best idea. The less people we involve ourselves with the better. As a matter of fact, it might be a better idea to just, well, sequester the individual temporarily if it comes to that. Either way, it may be a good idea to find out what to expect before entering the campus. Perhaps a local tavern might be a good start, find out the comings and goings and if there are any special documents required to enter the campus and room 214. [B]Tor:[/B] You again use sound logic. <Tor pauses and "ponders"> Yes, I also agree. [B]Vralwyn <to the group>:[/B] What do you know about this man Lazarus anyhow? I understand coming to the aid of an old man in need, but how exactly did his enemies become our enemies? All this nonsense with happenings in the Far Reaches is beyond me. Have you ever considered that a scholar of Xoriat might have a touch of madness himself? [B]Tor: [/B] There is wisdom in your words Vralwyn. <Tor listens to someone, chuckles and turn to Grayos> Or is my past at fault there as well "friend" Tiefling? Enlightened Vralwyn with your thoughts on this. [B]Grayos:[/B] I’m not quite sure I follow what you wish for me to do… You wish for me to enlighten V? He’s been sitting here the whole time, I’m sure he heard what I’ve said. I’m sensing some hostility there, don’t get me wrong, we’re not friends, merely compatriots on the same quests. I was merely extending the olive branch in the manner befitting someone attempting to get to know one’s comrades. Trust me, it will not happen again. As to the wisdom of the ranger, while I’m not a proponent for sticking my neck for anyone, the doctor has some keen insight into worlds of power. I could care less about his enemies, but while I gain access to more and more knowledge, I’m on board with helping Lazarus. Believe me, I didn’t survive Droamm by being altruistic. That’s why I’m helping him, I don’t know about the rest of present company. I would wager to say that we all appear to be better off financially since we started helping him, at the very least. [B]Vralwyn (Places a hand in Grayo's shoulder): [/B]Just because a rabbit runs with a wolf, doesn't make him part of the pack. (Tries to lead Grayos away from Tor). Don't worry your rabbit head about his past (nods at Tor). If he needs our help, he knows where we are. Tell me what you know of Lazarus. He certainly didn't have sense enough to avoid crossing house p'harlain. [B]Grayos:[/B] Listen here, Ser Ranger, (shrugs off V's hand) if that is your attitude regarding this adventure and this group, I can easily find other avenues to my own ends. I need not the condescension of you. As for Dr. Lazarus, you've been here on the train as much as I have, you know precisely what I do. Honestly, one hiding a past I can abide by, but being patronized I cannot. [B]Vralwyn: (Vralwyn laughs as his hand is shrugged off)[/B] So, the rabbit has teeth after all! Peace friend, peace! (Vralwyn holds up his hands in surrender) I just don't want our friend over there (nods at Tor) taking a bite out of the one person among us who can understand all this bookish stuff. I may have heard all that you've heard, but I freely admit to understanding little of it. Hate me if you must, but please don't go wandering back into the wolf's den. [B]Grayos:[/B] Fair enough. There is no sort of enmity involved, toward any parties involved. I am not, however, keen on what could be perceived as an insult to my own character. I survived quite a bit to get this far. I merely find it curious that we rely on each other to not to run during combat, but know nothing about each other beyond names and species. Like, for instances, why a ranger would forsake the comfort of his natural habitat to ride lightning rails and delve into a jungle of towers and passageways like Sharn. [B]Tor:[/B] <Tor's grin is wide> We are unlikely bunch of heroes. I think we will succeed in our endeavors ...despite what I hear. You keep your strong point of view wizard for it my save you and all of us in the end. The journey is long and I need my rest as do you all. Save your strength, the worse is yet to come. [/QUOTE]
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