A Warlock Alone, Island Empire solo game

[J. Alexander]

Grumbar

Michael will remain silent for a few seconds, then reach out and take a si p of the pale rose wine securd earlier by Grumbar. Continuing to pause as if in deep thought, Michael will look Grumbar over., but not to the point of making him feel uncomfortable. Michael will then stretch forth a hand to the dwarf and say " Done"..."Purchase what you need now and let me know when you will need the additional funds. Would you prefer your siging bonus now or in the morning? Do you think you may be of assistance in helping us secure some marines as you mentioned earlier you did some security work also?

 

[J. Alexander]

Smoking with Gaston

Michael will continue the conversation and try to do a sense motive on the man when Mermaids Rest is brought up again. " Oh i agree, were it not for my friend Ambar, I would not even bother with the trip there, but it was his chosen meeting place for our trip up North, and I did owe he a few courstesy from past dealings. The very reputation of the place was what prompted me to ask if you knew anyone there or could be of possible assistance.
MIchael Stormrolls 1d20 + 7, getting [18,7] = (25) sense motive.

Dinner will conclude shoartly before 10ish, whit Michael asking the man if he would care to dine again before the Retribution set sail. Say in three or four days time?
Before parting for the evneing, Michael will say..."And if I may once again impose upon you for a small favor." Michael will say this in such a way as to lead than man thinking of something huge.."Could I beg another Cigar from you for my evening stroll they are so very agreeable?"

Shall we advanct time till morning ?

 

[Scotley]

Hiring Grumbar

"I'm your man sir. I can't say that I've seen too many good Marine's in this desolate swamp, but I might round up a couple. If it isn't too much trouble I'd like the signing bonus before we sail, but not necessary tonight. I'd like to pick up a lock box. You can't be too careful when brining aboard an all new crew."

 

[Scotley]

Micheal senses that Gaston enjoys playing the big fish in a little pond. He knows the cutthroats of a place like Mermaid's Rest are out of his league. He says, "please take the other three cigars I have with me. I'd be honored to dine with you again Captain. At your convience."

Morning dawns with a warm breeze blowing in from the south. It will be another hot day but at least the breeze is blowing the bugs and the humidity inland.

 

[J. Alexander]

Evening Wrap Up

Michael will tell Grumbar he is welcome to stay aboard the ship tonight or he may report in the monring. He will then reach into his purse and pull out the two months bonus and say, "We can take care of all the paperwork tomorrow in regards to the receipt of the bonus and the singing of your contract, but for now here is your bonus"


Michael will decline the offer of the three cigars by saying " One will be sufficent as I am afraid I might grow to found of them and find myself talking an extra long walk this evening when I should be abead." "I shall send a messeage in a few days stating the time for our next dinner at which I hope to be able to offer you something more subsatial"..

MIchael will then take his leave of the man and go to bed.

 

[J. Alexander]

Storm and Company

1st day Sun's Time in the 2nd year of the 2nd year of the reign of Xenieda the FirstMorning


Michael will wake at 7:30 this morning and have the chain shirt take on the air of a rich blue silk shirt with red silk embrodery. He will then use his cantrips to clean the Captains Cabin throughly. He will then have Guiessppe help him set up a table and a few chairs and decorate it with crisp white linen. He will then place a few bottles of white wine on ice and will send Guiesspee to the market for a small keg of ice cold beer.

He then will arrange the table with blank sheets of paper and ink so as to make the contracts as each individual signs on. Once Grumbar arrives, he will send him and Guiesspee off to the markets for provisions for the day as Michael is betting most of the crew will be looking to board today ro tomorrow at the latest in order to get their signing bonus.

Before they set out however, Michael will pen a note to the both the Dye and the Cigar Merchant asking for an appointment either later today or tomorrow.

OCC: So what shows up for the job interviews?

 

[Scotley]

When Michael awakens there is already a small group of 'locals' waiting at the dock some hours before the nine o'clock appointment time. They watch the set up with only mild interest, content to wait for the appointed time.

 

[J. Alexander]

Storm and Company

Considering that the preparations are taking place in the Captains Cabin and below decks, I imagine there is not much for them to see.

However, Grumbar did remind Michael of and important intem. The first errand Guiesspee and Grond will run is to the bank where they will cash 1000gp worth of bearer notes and ask for a referecne for a seller of a strong box. Once they have gotten the cash and the strong box they will return to the ship carrying the strongbox past the waiting sailors. Michael will need a mix of silver, copper and gold...say 250 gp in copper, 250 gp in silver and 500 in actual gold.

OCC: Can i use book rates for the hiring costs?

As soon as they arrive and Grumbar and Guiesspee set off on their errands. Michael will have Grond step to the gangplank and say " Gentlmen, Mr. Storm wishes to start the interviews so as not to keep you waiting any longer. Will you please step abaord and give me your Names and the position you are applying for?" "Before we begin however, I have been asked to tell you that by starting the interview process early, we hill have to ask you to wait for refreshemnt as we have just now sent for it."

When Grumbar and Cueisspee arrive, they will set up the small kegs of chilled beer in the shade and offer light refreshemtn to the people applying in the attempt to build good will with the sailors and show concern for their well being as well as just being polite to them.

SO who interviews?

 

[J. Alexander]

Salaries

OCC: I looked at the wages in the DMG and if they are classifed as laborer they receive 1sp per day or 3 gp per month. I am offering 4 gp per month per sailor, 6 for the cook and rated individuals, 12 for the 1st officer and 8 for the 3rd officer. Does this seem fair? As a general rule the montly wages will be 125 percent of the book quote. This while expensive is still cheap considering the type of creatures such as lizardment and toadmen and given the depressed economy here, I am hoping it will be sufficent. It also makes his montly payroll something like 100gp which is something he can afford.

 

[Scotley]

The wages you suggest should be more than acceptable. While a group is waiting, when the gangway is lowered and you are walking back to the table you feel a shift in the ship. Looking back you see an enormous blackskinned Lizardman at least 9' tall and weighing several hundred pounds has come onto the deck. He steps up to the table and awaits you. In a soft silibant voice he says he is Chandar Sweetwater and that he is interested in a job as a Marine.

Grumbar comes up with a young human and a toad man for kitchen help and another dwarf marine. Five other lizardmen 2 with sailing skills and 3 potintial marines come aboard to interview. 6 Toad men all claiming some sailing skill also interview. One, Lo'dasee Imparell, has enough experience to be an officer. Two human sailors with pretty good experience are here looking for work as well. One of them, Harris Mangram is rated as an officer. A few other wharf rats of various races show up, some drunk, others too old or otherwise disabled or that just didn't feel right.

As the day day wears on messages arrive and the tabacco merchant will be happy to see you later today at your convinence. The Dye merchant claims to have a full schedule, but suggests you come to his office tomorrow afternoon and he'll try to squeeze you in.