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<blockquote data-quote="Tellerian Hawke" data-source="post: 7479108" data-attributes="member: 6790669"><p><strong>Respen’s Meeting With Delbin</strong></p><p></p><p>[gm]</p><p>Even though this is a private meeting, I am assuming that Respen will eventually reveal this information to the party, therefore, I am posting it openly. I also wanted you, my players, to see the amount of detail in this response, to illustrate the fact that, despite my recent slow-down in rate-of-posting, I am indeed still working very dilligently on this campaign.</p><p>[/gm]</p><p></p><p><strong><em><span style="color: red">~ I wonder how many elves find themselves afar from where they wanted to walk their lives… ~</span></em></strong></p><p><strong><em><span style="color: red"></span></em></strong></p><p> </p><p>Knocking on the door to Laramon’s tower, Respen was very nervous, palpably so. This was really what he had travelled so far to do. Who he travelled so far to meet.</p><p>Who his destiny was supposed to be before he became “Elf. Interrupted.”</p><p> </p><p>Laramon met him at the door and granted him entry. </p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p>[gm]</p><p><strong>OOC:</strong> Do you not remember Laramon’s 6th sending? Vega has returned to Dyvers and is staying with Laramon. And Gus has been in Laramon’s care since the end of the <strong><em>Respen’s Gambit</em></strong> thread. </p><p></p><p>Vega greets Respen when he enters, and tells him that she had an amazing adventure while he was away. She says that Margull was searching for a<strong> True Vampire</strong> named <strong><em>Parrinzor</em></strong>. He did not find Parrinzor, but he did find a <strong>Vampyr</strong> by the name of <strong><em>Gellen Riveroak</em></strong>, whom had subjugated an entire minor noble family in <strong>Blackmoor</strong>, establishing a large coven. Margull went to destroy Gellen and his coven; but while Margull was fighting the <strong>Vampyr Spawn</strong>, their master Gellen escaped. It was Gellen who found Margull’s portal and tried to enter it.</p><p></p><p>Unknown to Margull, another True Vampire (NOT Vampyr!) named <strong><em>Tymbray The Dark</em></strong>, whom had been trying to find Margull (and who had NO IDEA who Gellen was, or even that he was in the area) found the portal at the EXACT SAME MOMENT; when Vega broke the mirror, she and Tymbray were plane-shifted to Sigil, and Gellen was transported to an unknown location.</p><p></p><p>Vega tells Respen that Tymbray turned out to be one of the good guys, although Margull was not pleased to see him. <span style="color: blue">“From what I can gather,” </span>Vega says, <span style="color: blue">“Margull is an EXTREMELY ancient True Vampire, and Tymbray is much younger, even though he calls himself an Elder. Margull told Tymbray to cease meddling in his affairs, and threatened to kill him if he saw him again. I’m not sure what that was all about, although Tymbray later confided to me that he was concerned about Margull being so standoffish, and that he seemed pre-occupied with something, perhaps even to the point of obsession.”</span></p><p></p><p>Vega says that Tymbray is an extremely powerful sorcerer, and that he could have killed her at the slightest whim, had he wished to; but he didn’t, and her instinct about him is that he is a good sort, despite Margull’s distrust of him. She tells Respen that she and Tymbray met Delbin in Sigil (the place they ended up in, a strange city that was not of <strong><em>this</em></strong> world) and that Delbin was the one who helped them to make such a speedy return.</p><p> [/gm]</p><p></p><p>As Laramon excused himself to make tea and refreshments, he pointed to Respen’s letter of introduction from Auror on a library table along with some other parchment. Respen had left it with Laramon for such an occasion as this. Laramon’s Mirror of Mental Prowess jumped to life, and a middle-aged Elf with flowing, multi-colored robes and wearing a slim, golden headband stepped into the room as if he had always been there, perhaps having stood up from a chair to stretch before afternoon tea.</p><p> </p><p>Respen smiled. He picked up the letter of introduction with genuine excitement, and he bowed before the archmage in deference and respect, “Master Delbin, I presume. My name is Respen Coraellus. Thank you for your audience. I present my credentials as instructed by my uncle, Auror Tyraenel. It was his fondest wish for you to know how highly he regarded you, as he explained to me often before he passed. He also pressed me that there was a private message to you in the letter. He gave me no hints as to what it was. Perhaps you might. ” </p><p> </p><p>Master Laramon, hearing the arrival of Delbin, came to take his travelling jacket and staff. </p><p> </p><p>[gm]</p><p></p><p><strong><u>Delbin reads the letter aloud:</u></strong></p><p></p><p>To my old mentor, friend, adventuring companion, and chess opponent,</p><p></p><p>This letter will introduce my nephew, young Respen Coraellus, an aspiring student of the arcane, reckless wanderer, and all-around troublemaker, whom I loved very deeply, as if he were my son. I think my actual son resented me for that sentiment, but it is nevertheless true; and for that reason, I am calling in the debt you owe me.</p><p></p><p>Remember, it was I who discovered the location of your most treasured possession, the sphere, and it was, in turn, the sphere which helped you accomplish your greatest triumph, and establish your reputation as a Slayer of Demons.</p><p></p><p>I had intended to train the boy myself, but I have known for some time that my body was failing, and the fact that you are reading this contingency letter is testament to the fact that I have died before being able to accomplish that goal.</p><p></p><p>You would also do well to remember that, since I have died, you’ll never be able to have your revenge on me for all of those chess games you lost. The only thing you can hope for is a proxy victory against the boy, which should provide enough incentive for you to keep him around. However, you should be warned, that my family is filled with chess masters, for many generations past; it is possible that the boy has inherited the family knack for the game, although I will admit that I have never seen him play, nor am I certain that he even knows how. Chess is another of things that I always meant to train him in, but never had the chance.</p><p></p><p>Lastly, you will also recall that I was a Grand Druid when you were still a twinkle in your father’s eye; thus, my request for the boy’s training carries with it the weight of an elder whose request you are expected to fulfill, simply out of respect. I thank you for teaching me my second vocation, but I am still your elder, in both years and social rank. Put simply, you cannot refuse me. Or at least, you should not.</p><p></p><p>And if you do refuse, I’ll return to haunt you every day, until the end of your long life. If you’ll recall, you were never fond of my singing voice; and as a spirit, my voice would be unceasing.</p><p></p><p>Just be thankful you’re still on the top side of the grass, quit your complaining, and just do this for me.</p><p></p><p>Your Friend,</p><p></p><p>“Ancient” Aurie</p><p></p><p>P.S.: To Respen: If Delbin’s dangerous lifestyle has somehow caught up to him, and he is dead, and you happen to read this, give this letter to Laramon in Dyvers. Laramon’s talents do not approach the natural genius of Delbin, but he’s no slouch, not by a long shot. And like me, he was trained by Delbin as well. He’s a good sort, even if he is a homebody, a recluse, and a curmudgeon. Alas, no one is perfect.</p><p></p><p>[/gm]</p><p></p><p>Delbin frowns, but is silent for a long, few moments before finally speaking, apparently having reached some sort of decision:</p><p></p><p><strong>Delbin looks upward, as if addressing Auror’s invisible spirit:</strong></p><p></p><p><span style="color: blue">”You old goat, you’re never going to let me live that down, are you? Dammit, Aurie, you know how I feel about neophytes. They’re only a half-step away from accidental oblivion. This little spud probably doesn’t know his ass from the Plane of Shadow!”</span></p><p></p><p><strong>Delbin grins sheepishly at Respen,</strong><span style="color: blue"> “No offense, laddie.”</span></p><p></p><p>Laramon frowns disapprovingly, and Delbin, despite being the high-ranking magus in the room, looks quite uncomfortable under the scrutinizing gaze of an Elf who is obviously his elder.</p><p></p><p><span style="color: blue">”Don’t look at me like that Larry. He could get himself killed!</span> <strong>Delbin retorts, despite Laramon’s silence.</strong></p><p></p><p><strong>Laramon says,</strong><span style="color: darkgreen"> “You don’t have to take the boy with you on your excursions, you know. Just teach him the lore, the rest will come with time.”</span></p><p></p><p>Delbin ponders this for a moment, before finally acquiescing to his friend’s assertion.</p><p></p><p><strong>Delbin says,</strong><span style="color: blue"> “Oh, ok, fine. Congratulations, boy, you have yourself a mentor. But if you need a lab or a library, use Laramon’s; mine are off limits. No offense, it’s for your own protection. I’ll leave my backup spellbooks here with Larry, so you can have access to them. I’m not going to teach you how to cast spells, or simple things like that; when we meet to talk, it will be to push the envelope, and to discover new things. That’s what separates the Wizards from the Magi; one is simply a Magic-User, the other is a Master of the Arcane.”</span></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p><strong>Delbin arches one eyebrow quizzically, before saying:</strong><span style="color: blue"> “A Drow Vampiress? You seem to have a rare talent my boy, for getting yourself in over your head. Reminds me of… me.”</span></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p>[gm]</p><p>Actually, Nel has already explained (see Respen’s Gambit thread) that Clare’s control will not be through Domination or through Bardic Conditioning, rather, it will be through the direct blood bond between Master Vampire and Childe; and it’s not only the children who will be turned, but Respen and Nel as well; all of you are to be the cornerstone, the foundation, of Clare’s coven.</p><p>[/gm]</p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p><strong>Delbin says,</strong><span style="color: blue"> “Ah yes, Lady Abigail. I know her well. Little Collin, as well. Abigail and I have both worked together many times in the service of Bahamut.”</span></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p>Respen mentions that they were destroying an inherently evil weapon and had possession of a minor artifact elven druidic helm. He also mentions at great length the Solar, how it came to save Sylvar, as well as the preceding details regarding the Lady of the Hool. </p><p></p><p></p><p>[gm]</p><p>Delbin nods as he takes in the info, but says nothing at the moment.</p><p>[/gm]</p><p></p><p></p><p><strong>Respen remarks darkly,</strong><span style="color: purple"> “I am worried about what else Dame Clare wants from me in the future. She must have some good somewhere in her; otherwise, we’d not be meeting, and I’d be a blood flask. However, her mechanizations appear to put Nel and my children in harm’s way, if not directly, then definitely by her enemies. The only way to battle that effectively is with secrecy and on the surface. I have not heard from her in months, and I’m very much at ease with that.”</span></p><p> </p><p><strong>Respen continues,</strong><span style="color: purple"> “As to my own studies and powers, I am crafting and co-crafting magic items to aid me, and I have mastered teleportation, as well as several spells from Auror’s scrolls.”</span></p><p></p><p>Delbin tells Respen to be cautious in his dealings with Clare, because she is obviously operating on some sort of plan or agenda, and Delbin has serious doubts about the completeness of Clare’s disclosures.</p><p></p><p><strong>Delbin says,</strong><span style="color: blue"> “I doubt she’s telling you everything. I wouldn’t, were I in her place.”</span></p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Tellerian Hawke, post: 7479108, member: 6790669"] [b]Respen’s Meeting With Delbin[/b] [gm] Even though this is a private meeting, I am assuming that Respen will eventually reveal this information to the party, therefore, I am posting it openly. I also wanted you, my players, to see the amount of detail in this response, to illustrate the fact that, despite my recent slow-down in rate-of-posting, I am indeed still working very dilligently on this campaign. [/gm] [b][i][color=red]~ I wonder how many elves find themselves afar from where they wanted to walk their lives… ~ [/color][/i][/b][i][color=red][/color][/i][color=red][/color] Knocking on the door to Laramon’s tower, Respen was very nervous, palpably so. This was really what he had travelled so far to do. Who he travelled so far to meet. Who his destiny was supposed to be before he became “Elf. Interrupted.” Laramon met him at the door and granted him entry. [gm] [b]OOC:[/b] Do you not remember Laramon’s 6th sending? Vega has returned to Dyvers and is staying with Laramon. And Gus has been in Laramon’s care since the end of the [b][i]Respen’s Gambit[/i][/b][i][/i] thread. Vega greets Respen when he enters, and tells him that she had an amazing adventure while he was away. She says that Margull was searching for a[b] True Vampire[/b] named [b][i]Parrinzor[/i][/b][i][/i]. He did not find Parrinzor, but he did find a [b]Vampyr[/b] by the name of [b][i]Gellen Riveroak[/i][/b][i][/i], whom had subjugated an entire minor noble family in [b]Blackmoor[/b], establishing a large coven. Margull went to destroy Gellen and his coven; but while Margull was fighting the [b]Vampyr Spawn[/b], their master Gellen escaped. It was Gellen who found Margull’s portal and tried to enter it. Unknown to Margull, another True Vampire (NOT Vampyr!) named [b][i]Tymbray The Dark[/i][/b][i][/i], whom had been trying to find Margull (and who had NO IDEA who Gellen was, or even that he was in the area) found the portal at the EXACT SAME MOMENT; when Vega broke the mirror, she and Tymbray were plane-shifted to Sigil, and Gellen was transported to an unknown location. Vega tells Respen that Tymbray turned out to be one of the good guys, although Margull was not pleased to see him. [color=blue]“From what I can gather,” [/color]Vega says, [color=blue]“Margull is an EXTREMELY ancient True Vampire, and Tymbray is much younger, even though he calls himself an Elder. Margull told Tymbray to cease meddling in his affairs, and threatened to kill him if he saw him again. I’m not sure what that was all about, although Tymbray later confided to me that he was concerned about Margull being so standoffish, and that he seemed pre-occupied with something, perhaps even to the point of obsession.”[/color] Vega says that Tymbray is an extremely powerful sorcerer, and that he could have killed her at the slightest whim, had he wished to; but he didn’t, and her instinct about him is that he is a good sort, despite Margull’s distrust of him. She tells Respen that she and Tymbray met Delbin in Sigil (the place they ended up in, a strange city that was not of [b][i]this[/i][/b][i][/i] world) and that Delbin was the one who helped them to make such a speedy return. [/gm] As Laramon excused himself to make tea and refreshments, he pointed to Respen’s letter of introduction from Auror on a library table along with some other parchment. Respen had left it with Laramon for such an occasion as this. Laramon’s Mirror of Mental Prowess jumped to life, and a middle-aged Elf with flowing, multi-colored robes and wearing a slim, golden headband stepped into the room as if he had always been there, perhaps having stood up from a chair to stretch before afternoon tea. Respen smiled. He picked up the letter of introduction with genuine excitement, and he bowed before the archmage in deference and respect, “Master Delbin, I presume. My name is Respen Coraellus. Thank you for your audience. I present my credentials as instructed by my uncle, Auror Tyraenel. It was his fondest wish for you to know how highly he regarded you, as he explained to me often before he passed. He also pressed me that there was a private message to you in the letter. He gave me no hints as to what it was. Perhaps you might. ” Master Laramon, hearing the arrival of Delbin, came to take his travelling jacket and staff. [gm] [b][u]Delbin reads the letter aloud:[/u][/b][u][/u] To my old mentor, friend, adventuring companion, and chess opponent, This letter will introduce my nephew, young Respen Coraellus, an aspiring student of the arcane, reckless wanderer, and all-around troublemaker, whom I loved very deeply, as if he were my son. I think my actual son resented me for that sentiment, but it is nevertheless true; and for that reason, I am calling in the debt you owe me. Remember, it was I who discovered the location of your most treasured possession, the sphere, and it was, in turn, the sphere which helped you accomplish your greatest triumph, and establish your reputation as a Slayer of Demons. I had intended to train the boy myself, but I have known for some time that my body was failing, and the fact that you are reading this contingency letter is testament to the fact that I have died before being able to accomplish that goal. You would also do well to remember that, since I have died, you’ll never be able to have your revenge on me for all of those chess games you lost. The only thing you can hope for is a proxy victory against the boy, which should provide enough incentive for you to keep him around. However, you should be warned, that my family is filled with chess masters, for many generations past; it is possible that the boy has inherited the family knack for the game, although I will admit that I have never seen him play, nor am I certain that he even knows how. Chess is another of things that I always meant to train him in, but never had the chance. Lastly, you will also recall that I was a Grand Druid when you were still a twinkle in your father’s eye; thus, my request for the boy’s training carries with it the weight of an elder whose request you are expected to fulfill, simply out of respect. I thank you for teaching me my second vocation, but I am still your elder, in both years and social rank. Put simply, you cannot refuse me. Or at least, you should not. And if you do refuse, I’ll return to haunt you every day, until the end of your long life. If you’ll recall, you were never fond of my singing voice; and as a spirit, my voice would be unceasing. Just be thankful you’re still on the top side of the grass, quit your complaining, and just do this for me. Your Friend, “Ancient” Aurie P.S.: To Respen: If Delbin’s dangerous lifestyle has somehow caught up to him, and he is dead, and you happen to read this, give this letter to Laramon in Dyvers. Laramon’s talents do not approach the natural genius of Delbin, but he’s no slouch, not by a long shot. And like me, he was trained by Delbin as well. He’s a good sort, even if he is a homebody, a recluse, and a curmudgeon. Alas, no one is perfect. [/gm] Delbin frowns, but is silent for a long, few moments before finally speaking, apparently having reached some sort of decision: [b]Delbin looks upward, as if addressing Auror’s invisible spirit:[/b] [color=blue]”You old goat, you’re never going to let me live that down, are you? Dammit, Aurie, you know how I feel about neophytes. They’re only a half-step away from accidental oblivion. This little spud probably doesn’t know his ass from the Plane of Shadow!”[/color] [b]Delbin grins sheepishly at Respen,[/b][color=blue] “No offense, laddie.”[/color] Laramon frowns disapprovingly, and Delbin, despite being the high-ranking magus in the room, looks quite uncomfortable under the scrutinizing gaze of an Elf who is obviously his elder. [color=blue]”Don’t look at me like that Larry. He could get himself killed![/color] [b]Delbin retorts, despite Laramon’s silence.[/b] [b]Laramon says,[/b][color=darkgreen] “You don’t have to take the boy with you on your excursions, you know. Just teach him the lore, the rest will come with time.”[/color] Delbin ponders this for a moment, before finally acquiescing to his friend’s assertion. [b]Delbin says,[/b][color=blue] “Oh, ok, fine. Congratulations, boy, you have yourself a mentor. But if you need a lab or a library, use Laramon’s; mine are off limits. No offense, it’s for your own protection. I’ll leave my backup spellbooks here with Larry, so you can have access to them. I’m not going to teach you how to cast spells, or simple things like that; when we meet to talk, it will be to push the envelope, and to discover new things. That’s what separates the Wizards from the Magi; one is simply a Magic-User, the other is a Master of the Arcane.”[/color] [color=darkgreen][/color] [b]Delbin arches one eyebrow quizzically, before saying:[/b][color=blue] “A Drow Vampiress? You seem to have a rare talent my boy, for getting yourself in over your head. Reminds me of… me.”[/color] [gm] Actually, Nel has already explained (see Respen’s Gambit thread) that Clare’s control will not be through Domination or through Bardic Conditioning, rather, it will be through the direct blood bond between Master Vampire and Childe; and it’s not only the children who will be turned, but Respen and Nel as well; all of you are to be the cornerstone, the foundation, of Clare’s coven. [/gm] [b]Delbin says,[/b][color=blue] “Ah yes, Lady Abigail. I know her well. Little Collin, as well. Abigail and I have both worked together many times in the service of Bahamut.”[/color] Respen mentions that they were destroying an inherently evil weapon and had possession of a minor artifact elven druidic helm. He also mentions at great length the Solar, how it came to save Sylvar, as well as the preceding details regarding the Lady of the Hool. [gm] Delbin nods as he takes in the info, but says nothing at the moment. [/gm] [b]Respen remarks darkly,[/b][color=purple] “I am worried about what else Dame Clare wants from me in the future. She must have some good somewhere in her; otherwise, we’d not be meeting, and I’d be a blood flask. However, her mechanizations appear to put Nel and my children in harm’s way, if not directly, then definitely by her enemies. The only way to battle that effectively is with secrecy and on the surface. I have not heard from her in months, and I’m very much at ease with that.”[/color] [b]Respen continues,[/b][color=purple] “As to my own studies and powers, I am crafting and co-crafting magic items to aid me, and I have mastered teleportation, as well as several spells from Auror’s scrolls.”[/color] Delbin tells Respen to be cautious in his dealings with Clare, because she is obviously operating on some sort of plan or agenda, and Delbin has serious doubts about the completeness of Clare’s disclosures. [b]Delbin says,[/b][color=blue] “I doubt she’s telling you everything. I wouldn’t, were I in her place.”[/color] [/QUOTE]
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