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

[renau1g]

"Thank you m'lady" Aodhan says and will add the gold to his pouch.

At the words their ally is leaving, the Abhac cleric places his hand on Kecil's shoulders and says, "Do not worry, we'll probably be back soon and we'll catch up to you then. Just think we'll all have some stories to tell over a nice cold mug of ale."

 

[Scotley]

Keeland

The elf accepts the bonus with a smile and a bow. "Thank you M'lady." He considers how he might spend the windfall.

 

[Maidhc O Casain]

Investing the Monastery

The next day, Kecil and Radoon depart to make their way back to Saor Ghabháltas and the caravan packs up to make its inexorable way along the mountain path to the monastery. Along the way, Almah makes it a point to spend some time with the Bees, telling you what she knows of the place - which is not much.

"The Monastery of St. Vardishal was once holy ground for Sarenrae (Goddess of Redemption and the Sun). About 20 years ago it was invaded and destroyed by a mad cult from Kelmarane, it's monks put to death. The place has been an empty ruin since, though I don't doubt it's infested with local wildlife by now. I ask that you clear it out so that we can have a safe base from which to stage our attacks on Kelmarane."

 

[Scott DeWar]

"Sounds like a good, logical start." says Harnrey, nodding sagely.

 

[Scotley]

Keeland

"Great, more of the cursed Pugwumpis," laments Keeland under his breath. But despite his sense of foreboding his tries to concentrate and think of what he might have picked up over the years about St. Vardishal and Sarenrae as well as Cult activity around Kelmarane.

OOC: Knowledge Religion and Knowledge History (1d20+3=20, 1d20+7=10)

 

[Leif]

Houwlou Groulenas

"Not to worry, Keeland! I expect we can make fairly quick work of any slugwampis that we find there. If they are defending their home turf, I imagine that they will be more willing to fight toe-to-toe, or, at least, I hope so."

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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'
AC: 17 (4Chain Shirt + 2Lg. Shield + 1Dex);FF16;T11
Fort:+2 | Ref:+3 | Will:+4
HP: 21/21
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[renau1g]

Aodhán will join Keeland in attempting to recall any further information about the previous divine occupants.

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Know (religions) (1d20+9=16)
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[Maidhc O Casain]

Aodhán is aware that the monastery was founded about 200 years ago by priests of Sarenrae.

It is common knowledge that Sarenrae values redemption and healing - she's a genuinely nice goddess who treats every one with courtesy and grace. Even the evil gods, demons and devils are treated kindly by her (with the exception of Rovagug, the mad god of chaos and destruction - she and he have 'irreconcilable differences' in outlook and there's a lot of bad history there) in the hopes that they can be turned from their evil paths. On the other hand, she's no milksop. Once it becomes apparent that her encouragement and kindness will not be effective she is fully capable of using the scimitar she favors to excise that evil from the mortal realm.

After extended thought, Keeland recalls something about a legend that the founders of the monastery were led to the spot by some supernatural force, but is unable to remember anything further at this point.

 

[Scott DeWar]

Harnrey must have not picked up those books as he has no knowledge of religeon or history. (read: 0 ranks)

 

[Leif]

Houwlou Groulenas

Houwlou sees Harney's downcast expression and feels compelled to offer a bit of encouragement: "Fret not, mighty Wizard! At least we have these more eggheaded gentlemen to regale us with all of the useless information we could ever want, while we grounded souls are content with our more practical knowledge."

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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'
AC: 17 (4Chain Shirt + 2Lg. Shield + 1Dex);FF16;T11
Fort:+2 | Ref:+3 | Will:+4
HP: 21/21
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