A Merc's Life: Howl of the Carrion King [01]

[Leif]

Houwlou Groulenas

"After all this time I doubt if there is much remaining that belonged to them. If it is important that it be returned to them it will be clearly marked.

So we have an agreement then?"

Houwlou looks from face to face around the circle of his companions, searching for any signs of reluctance or misgiving, but he remains silent, being unsure as yet who will emerge as dominant in the pack.

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Houwlou Groulenas - Male Olcán Ranger 1
Initiative: +1, Perception: +8(?)(+2 more smell/sound,+2 more vs. undead), Low Light Vision 60' (I think?)
AC: 17 (4Chain Shirt + 2Lg. Shield + 1Dex);FF16;T11
Fort: +2 Ref: +3 Will: +4
HP: 21/21
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[renau1g]

Aodhán meets the gaze of Houwlou and nods his acceptance to the terms, or at least starts to, then remembering his rationale for joining the group, leans forward.

"I do not think anyone here will keep your heirlooms from you, as long as you show us the mark. However, perhaps we can come to some arrangement that would provide...extra incentive for us if we happen to find these items" the Abhac says.

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Diplomacy (1d20+4=22)
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[Leif]

Houwlou Groulenas

At Aodhan's mention of 'extra incentive,' Houwlou's head swivels slightly counter-clockwise and his ears perk up noticeably. *pant, pant, pant* (Can an Olcán ever hide his true emotions, btw???)

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Houwlou Groulenas - Male Olcán Ranger 1
Initiative: +1, Perception: +8(?)(+2 more smell/sound,+2 more vs. undead), Low Light Vision 60' (I think?)
AC: 17 (4Chain Shirt + 2Lg. Shield + 1Dex);FF16;T11
Fort: +2 Ref: +3 Will: +4
HP: 21/21
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[Scott DeWar]

Harnrey nods sagely at Aohdan's coment.

 

[Maidhc O Casain]

Almah

The beautiful merchant leans back in her chair, studying Aodhán intently through smoky gray eyes. About the time he begins to believe he's been weighed and measured down to his smallclothes, she nods decisively and speaks.

"I'd rather not get into a 'pay by the piece' situation. I'd been told that the Bees are an honorable company. Still, you have shown your worth and done me a service already with your help with the fire. Perhaps a larger fee will serve to ensure your best efforts for the duration of our campaign. I could go as high as 500 pieces of gold, plus salvage rights to anything not previously stolen from the Pactmasters. Payable half now, half on completion of the contract. That contract ends when Kelmarane is secured for my use . . . all occupying forces evacuated or extinguished and reasonable protections against future sieges in place."

 

[Scott DeWar]

Harn looks to Aohdan and says, "sounds good to me."

 

[Leif]

Houwlou Groulenas

Houwlou looks at Aodhán to see his reaction, having already gained considerable respect for the cleric.




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Houwlou Groulenas - Male Olcán Ranger 1
Initiative: +1, Perception: +8(?)(+2 more smell/sound,+2 more vs. undead), Low Light Vision 60' (I think?)
AC: 17 (4Chain Shirt + 2Lg. Shield + 1Dex);FF16;T11
Fort: +2 Ref: +3 Will: +4
HP: 21/21
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[Scotley]

Keeland

Watching the interplay carefully, Keeland smiles. It could clearly be to his advantage to have such as these negotiating his share. When he deems the time right he rises and extends a hand. "We have a deal lady."

 

[Maidhc O Casain]

Almah

Almah rises and takes Keeland's hand, then each of the others' in turn. Negotiations concluded, she crosses the tent to a small chest and takes out a purse. From the purse she counts out 25 platinum pieces and turns the sum over to Aodhán.

"Now that that's done with, I'm fairly certain this morning's fire was arson." She turns to the entrance of the tent and calls out. "Garavel! Come in please."

Once the tall man enters the tent she turns back to the party. "I'd like you to help Garavel investigate, if you would.

Garavel, meet our newest batch of mercs. Just hired to us from Bronagh's Bees and ready to help us take Kelmarane. First, I'll need you all to get to the bottom of this fire."

 

[Leif]

Houwlou Groulenas

"Do we know who was around the wagon when the fire started and what the contents of the wagon were?" Houwlou asks this question either to no one in particular, or to Garavel, it's not terribly clear which.

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Houwlou Groulenas - Male Olcán Ranger 1
Initiative: +1, Perception: +8(?)(+2 more smell/sound,+2 more vs. undead), Low Light Vision 60' (I think?)
AC: 17 (4Chain Shirt + 2Lg. Shield + 1Dex);FF16;T11
Fort: +2 Ref: +3 Will: +4
HP: 21/21
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