A Warlock Alone, Island Empire solo game

[Scotley]

They seem to consider the offer, but in the end Purcel says, "I expect they would be challenging for us to use effectively in maintaining the balance. You might find the Church of Heaven would make you a better offer." Eva adds, "we would be happy to give you some advice in protecting yourself from them. They may call to some of your crew as well."

 

[J. Alexander]

The Druids

"Your help would be more than appreciated in helping to shield them and now at least I have an idea of who i can contact and find a safe place for them...i soooooooooo dislike having them near me or my crew" Michael and the party will then continue to the elemental.

 

[Scotley]

The oracle

As you approach the snow pond, the woman rises once more from the blizzard looking forlorne. The Druid's start visably at the sight of her. "Honored Oracle, we humbly approach the pool. We shall make all haste to get you back unto the frozen north that is your home." They confer briefly in hushed tones then Purcel leaps into the air on feathered wings to fly off in the form of a large eagle, the snake clutched delicately in its claws. Eva turns to you. "Captain, can we trouble you to help us tow the ice out of the inner sea and into open water? We can get it north from there quite easily."

 

[J. Alexander]

The Druids

"Yes of course" turning back to Guiesspiee he says "REturn to the ship please, tell Lt 's mangrum and Impariell to prepare the ship to tow this iceberg. All repairs are to be completed and these attangements made within 2 hours...then we shall take it under tow"

Anything else madam?

 

[Scotley]

"I would like to speak with the Oracle in private if you don't mind."

 

[J. Alexander]

The Druids

"As you wish" then nodding to the ocacle he says "MY lady" and then gathers his crew and prepares the descent towards the ships. as he descends he says "Grond take a small party and scout this burge for anything of interest or value...... Michael will then return to the ship and oversee prepartions.

 

[Scotley]

The scouting mission reveals only a few of the great cats and some sea lions and birds which are their prey. There are a few empty ice caves that serve as lair for the beasts but they are simply large powerful animals and keep no treasure. By the time Michael gets back to the ship there is a cool breeze blowing over the ice island. A few of the roots of the life ship are growing to attach themselves to the ice as directed by cowled Druids. The ship is in pretty good shape now though the wrapped bodies still lay upon the deck. A lesser Druid comes aboard to inform you that the voyage will be accompanied by a strong wind blowing directly on the chosen course. The plan is to make for a channel in the sword arm.

 

[J. Alexander]

The Druids

Seeing the bodies laid out on the deck, Michael will give orders for themto be carried below and ask the priestess to place a ward of preservation upon them..until the issue can be dealt with tomorrow when the immediate stress has passed. Michale will the direct Lt. Mangrum to postion the Retribution to take full advantage of the wind and towork inconsort withthe Life Ship. Michael will then return to his cabin and await thenext crises and hopefully rest his bones.

 

[Scotley]

Michael finds rest somewhat elusive. He is plagued by dark dreams and visions that he cannot clearly recall afterward. Soon ship and ice are moving under the powerful frigid wind. Coming back on deck Michael can't help thinking that he could rule the seas with access to such power. The two ships and the ice are making almost as much speed as the Retribution could alone. There are some ominous creaks and groans coming from the ship, but she seems to be sound.

 

[J. Alexander]

The IceBerg

Michael will go to the quarterdeck and remain more or less silent allowing the ship's officers to direct the ship and men. Asking for hot tea after about 30 minutes, he will resume his quite vigil.