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<blockquote data-quote="Dungannon" data-source="post: 2822297" data-attributes="member: 8169"><p><strong>Posts 41-50</strong></p><p></p><p>Old 04-12-06, 12:20 AM #41 </p><p>Dungannon </p><p></p><p>As the caravan members set up camp, Thuron approaches the party. "Y'all are free to set up camp with us, if ye like. I 'pologize for not havin' 'n extra tent for ye." He looks up at the clear sky, "Don't think we'll be needin' one anyhow with this weather. I'd appreciate it if y'all could help out with the watch as well. Not everyone'll be needed, just a couple o' ye for the middle watch."</p><p></p><p>Soon the wagons are settled, the horses hobbled and fed, bedrolls laid out and cook fires started. The adventurers are invited to sit with the others and share supper. After everyone is fed and the dishes are cleaned, people start lying down for the night. One of the travelers brings out a lute and, vocally accompanied by one of the wagon drivers, performs a couple of songs. Finally Thuron stands up and makes an announcement. "It's been an enjoyable start, boys, but the time for rest has come. Dowse the fires, secure your stuff, and get some sleep. Donte, Trace, you have first watch."</p><p></p><p>Donte and Trace stand and begin to stroll around the perimeter of the camp while everyone else does as Thuron said.</p><p></p><p>Old 04-12-06, 12:26 AM #42 </p><p>wmasters </p><p></p><p>"It is a very gracious offer, Thuron, thank you. I would be happy to help with the middle watch."</p><p></p><p>Having enjoyed the travelers’ music, Metrius curls up to get some sleep before his watch starts. </p><p></p><p>Old 04-12-06, 04:17 AM #43 </p><p>Dungannon </p><p></p><p>ooc: Patlin, did you buy the new chain for Tor? If so, you need to update the character sheet. </p><p></p><p>Old 04-12-06, 04:48 AM #44 </p><p>HugeOgre </p><p></p><p>"I have no need for sleep," Kith responded as the group sorted out the watch details, "and with the moon as bright as it is I think my keen elvish eyes will suit the group well for a late night watch. You may call on me then."</p><p></p><p>With that the elf moved to a nearby tree and placed himself with his back against it before taking up a strange pose.</p><p></p><p>Not sleeping obviously. I think meditating is the word the rules use. I'll keep an eye / ear out, even if it’s NOT my watch. </p><p></p><p>Old 04-12-06, 09:11 AM #45 </p><p>Heckler </p><p></p><p>"Well, I'll be no good on the middle watch. Wake me if anything exciting happens." </p><p></p><p>Babette will lay out her bedroll (preferably towards the center on camp) and go to sleep.</p><p></p><p>Old 04-12-06, 03:53 PM #46 </p><p>Patlin </p><p></p><p></p><p>ooc: No, I considered it, but I don't think I'll buy anything else right now. Tor's up to date and ready to go, whenever he meets up with the new blood!</p><p></p><p>Old 04-13-06, 12:51 AM #47 </p><p>Dungannon </p><p></p><p>The companions sleep, nothing disturbing them until Donte wanders over to let Metrius and Kith Ra Ei know it's time for their watch. "Your turn, guys. Wake Dougle 'n Erik in a few hours for the last watch."</p><p></p><p>Metrius and Kith pass the hours patrolling the perimeter and exchanging small talk. They wake the last two watchers at the appropriate time and return to their bedrolls. Metrius is soon snoring softly while Kith resumes his meditation.</p><p></p><p>Morning dawns cool and cloudy. Breakfast is hurried as Thuron fears rain today. The camp is quickly packed up and the wagons resume their journey westward. The second day passes much like the first, the only drama coming when they approach Allimon. "We'll not be stopping here this trip, we're passing 'round the place. The Council's in a rush to get ye to Ravensdale and get ye started on whatever job they've hired ye for."</p><p></p><p>The trip soon becomes tedious, watching the fields and farms pass by. Nothing happens outside the normal routine the second night or the third day, and the adventurers find themselves looking forward to the end of the trip. Midafternoon sees the outskirts of Ravensdale come into view.</p><p></p><p>As the caravan approaches the city, the newcomers immediately notice it's different from most other large towns. Instead of a large stone wall, Ravensdale is surrounded by a wooden palisade about seven feet high. The wagons enter from the east, a large stable on the left with a general store on the opposite side of the street.</p><p></p><p>Thuron stops the wagons and makes his way back to the party. "We gotta go to the warehouses to the north. Y'all are suppos'ta go to the Council House. It's just south o' the Market, can't miss it. Good luck with yer job." The group disembarks from the wagon and the caravan makes its way to its destination. Everyone looks around, taking in their first impressions of Ravensdale. </p><p></p><p>Old 04-13-06, 12:58 AM #48 </p><p>HugeOgre </p><p></p><p>"Well, I can say this." Kith started, breaking the silence as the group stood in the street trying to gather their bearings. "It doesn’t stink as much Orussus."</p><p></p><p>Kith fell back into silence, slowly turning in a big circle while he watched the comings and goings of the city folk, and waited for his party to decide on a course of action. </p><p></p><p>Old 04-13-06, 03:18 AM #49 </p><p>Heckler </p><p></p><p>"We should check in at the Council House. I'm sure the others are waiting for us."</p><p></p><p>Babette will head for the Council House via the market, asking for directions if needed. </p><p></p><p>Old 04-13-06, 05:14 AM #50 </p><p>Rae ArdGaoth </p><p></p><p>Prepared Spells: </p><p>Prepared: (3+1/2+1)</p><p>0: Prestidigitation, Mage Hand, Message, (Ghost Sound)</p><p>1: Silent Image, Disguise Self, (Color Spray) </p><p></p><p></p><p>Fimble yawns and stretches, then says loudly, "Alright, friends! Let's do what we came here to do and get shopping!" He strides off toward the marketplace. On the way he says in a hushed voice, "We're here to undermine a budding Thief's Guild, right? Surely such an organization has planted agents all over the place. We'd be doing ourselves a favor if we entered the council house as discreetly as possible." </p><p></p><p>He looks around a bit once they reach the market. "Is there a back door to this place?" he asks, referring to the council building. "If we need, I can project an illusion on the House steps as we enter, but I'd rather not draw attention unnecessarily."</p><p></p><p></p><p>OOC: </p><p>What does the Council House look like?</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Dungannon, post: 2822297, member: 8169"] [b]Posts 41-50[/b] Old 04-12-06, 12:20 AM #41 Dungannon As the caravan members set up camp, Thuron approaches the party. "Y'all are free to set up camp with us, if ye like. I 'pologize for not havin' 'n extra tent for ye." He looks up at the clear sky, "Don't think we'll be needin' one anyhow with this weather. I'd appreciate it if y'all could help out with the watch as well. Not everyone'll be needed, just a couple o' ye for the middle watch." Soon the wagons are settled, the horses hobbled and fed, bedrolls laid out and cook fires started. The adventurers are invited to sit with the others and share supper. After everyone is fed and the dishes are cleaned, people start lying down for the night. One of the travelers brings out a lute and, vocally accompanied by one of the wagon drivers, performs a couple of songs. Finally Thuron stands up and makes an announcement. "It's been an enjoyable start, boys, but the time for rest has come. Dowse the fires, secure your stuff, and get some sleep. Donte, Trace, you have first watch." Donte and Trace stand and begin to stroll around the perimeter of the camp while everyone else does as Thuron said. Old 04-12-06, 12:26 AM #42 wmasters "It is a very gracious offer, Thuron, thank you. I would be happy to help with the middle watch." Having enjoyed the travelers’ music, Metrius curls up to get some sleep before his watch starts. Old 04-12-06, 04:17 AM #43 Dungannon ooc: Patlin, did you buy the new chain for Tor? If so, you need to update the character sheet. Old 04-12-06, 04:48 AM #44 HugeOgre "I have no need for sleep," Kith responded as the group sorted out the watch details, "and with the moon as bright as it is I think my keen elvish eyes will suit the group well for a late night watch. You may call on me then." With that the elf moved to a nearby tree and placed himself with his back against it before taking up a strange pose. Not sleeping obviously. I think meditating is the word the rules use. I'll keep an eye / ear out, even if it’s NOT my watch. Old 04-12-06, 09:11 AM #45 Heckler "Well, I'll be no good on the middle watch. Wake me if anything exciting happens." Babette will lay out her bedroll (preferably towards the center on camp) and go to sleep. Old 04-12-06, 03:53 PM #46 Patlin ooc: No, I considered it, but I don't think I'll buy anything else right now. Tor's up to date and ready to go, whenever he meets up with the new blood! Old 04-13-06, 12:51 AM #47 Dungannon The companions sleep, nothing disturbing them until Donte wanders over to let Metrius and Kith Ra Ei know it's time for their watch. "Your turn, guys. Wake Dougle 'n Erik in a few hours for the last watch." Metrius and Kith pass the hours patrolling the perimeter and exchanging small talk. They wake the last two watchers at the appropriate time and return to their bedrolls. Metrius is soon snoring softly while Kith resumes his meditation. Morning dawns cool and cloudy. Breakfast is hurried as Thuron fears rain today. The camp is quickly packed up and the wagons resume their journey westward. The second day passes much like the first, the only drama coming when they approach Allimon. "We'll not be stopping here this trip, we're passing 'round the place. The Council's in a rush to get ye to Ravensdale and get ye started on whatever job they've hired ye for." The trip soon becomes tedious, watching the fields and farms pass by. Nothing happens outside the normal routine the second night or the third day, and the adventurers find themselves looking forward to the end of the trip. Midafternoon sees the outskirts of Ravensdale come into view. As the caravan approaches the city, the newcomers immediately notice it's different from most other large towns. Instead of a large stone wall, Ravensdale is surrounded by a wooden palisade about seven feet high. The wagons enter from the east, a large stable on the left with a general store on the opposite side of the street. Thuron stops the wagons and makes his way back to the party. "We gotta go to the warehouses to the north. Y'all are suppos'ta go to the Council House. It's just south o' the Market, can't miss it. Good luck with yer job." The group disembarks from the wagon and the caravan makes its way to its destination. Everyone looks around, taking in their first impressions of Ravensdale. Old 04-13-06, 12:58 AM #48 HugeOgre "Well, I can say this." Kith started, breaking the silence as the group stood in the street trying to gather their bearings. "It doesn’t stink as much Orussus." Kith fell back into silence, slowly turning in a big circle while he watched the comings and goings of the city folk, and waited for his party to decide on a course of action. Old 04-13-06, 03:18 AM #49 Heckler "We should check in at the Council House. I'm sure the others are waiting for us." Babette will head for the Council House via the market, asking for directions if needed. Old 04-13-06, 05:14 AM #50 Rae ArdGaoth Prepared Spells: Prepared: (3+1/2+1) 0: Prestidigitation, Mage Hand, Message, (Ghost Sound) 1: Silent Image, Disguise Self, (Color Spray) Fimble yawns and stretches, then says loudly, "Alright, friends! Let's do what we came here to do and get shopping!" He strides off toward the marketplace. On the way he says in a hushed voice, "We're here to undermine a budding Thief's Guild, right? Surely such an organization has planted agents all over the place. We'd be doing ourselves a favor if we entered the council house as discreetly as possible." He looks around a bit once they reach the market. "Is there a back door to this place?" he asks, referring to the council building. "If we need, I can project an illusion on the House steps as we enter, but I'd rather not draw attention unnecessarily." OOC: What does the Council House look like? [/QUOTE]
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