[sblock=ooc]Didn't realize how far behind I had fallen. Will try to cut and paste my way to catching up.[/sblock]
The Alley
As Simon's gesture caused the carnival clown to race to the other end of the alley, Goran's index fingers extended on both hands as he saw that none of the circus performers had any real desire to pick on a single priest.
Once the battered priest reached the safety of their gathering, Goran could not stop himself from making one last volley their way.
"That's right! Run you dogs, but Cauldron isn't big enough for you to hide from Kord. We will find you!"
Turning back to get a good look at the man, Goran's eyes are drawn to the symbol around the man's neck. While on the surface it appeared to be a standard marker of St. Cuthbert's faithful, Goran knew that it marked him as one of the brothers who focused on keeping the faithful untainted in heretical thoughts and practices.
He can't be long in the faith if a group of clowns almost got the better of him.
Trying not to think about the serving wench in the Tankard, Goran extended his hand to the priest in greeting.
"I'm Goran. Sorry to see those circus freaks decided to take out their frustrations on you."
As Ruphus introduced himself to the others, Goran kept his eyes out in case the clowns brought more of their kind out of the alleyways and side streets between them and the Church to St. Cuthbert.
The Church
Goran's posture did not relax until they reached the steps of the temple and as he read the writings above the oaken doors, he smiled to himself. While it had been three years since the day he first demanded entrance into the Temple of Kord, he could remember it like it happened to him this morning.
"And look at us now. Joined at the hip and I can't get you out of my head for more than a handspan of time. I wonder sometimes if you are just that bored."
Chuckling to himself, Goran looked over to Simon and nodded his head.
"Kord says it is right we are here. The strong must defend those who are still too weak to defend themselves and no group of circus clowns will keep us from helping find children. He also says wash your hands, anything that can make a man run from a simple wave must smell like a goat's arse." BWAH hahaha
Patting Floch on the arm once everyone was inside, Goran nodded to the mammoth half-orc with a smile on his face.
"Kord says you did well tonight lad. Now lets hear what they have to say and the first round is on me."
As the High Priestess came into the room, Goran felt his mouth go dry as he saw the same markings on her symbol as Ruphus wore.
No wonder the Cuthbert folks around here look so pissed. They are always looking out for heretics...
"Lead the way. Ruphus mentioned something about those clowns wanting some kids? I know that the street performers take on many of the youth who fall through the cracks, but I never thought they would get so bold as to start taking them before they fall."
[sblock=ooc2]Also if I am playing Goran too annoying, please let me know. With him being touched in the head, I am trying to find the right balance between rational thought and his quirk which is "talking" directly to Kord. Since he is so used to being alone with his thoughts, anytime he isn't directly socially involved, I figure that is when it kicks in. I really don't want to be annoying with it though, so please let me know if I need to tune it back.[/sblock]
The Alley
As Simon's gesture caused the carnival clown to race to the other end of the alley, Goran's index fingers extended on both hands as he saw that none of the circus performers had any real desire to pick on a single priest.
Once the battered priest reached the safety of their gathering, Goran could not stop himself from making one last volley their way.
"That's right! Run you dogs, but Cauldron isn't big enough for you to hide from Kord. We will find you!"
Turning back to get a good look at the man, Goran's eyes are drawn to the symbol around the man's neck. While on the surface it appeared to be a standard marker of St. Cuthbert's faithful, Goran knew that it marked him as one of the brothers who focused on keeping the faithful untainted in heretical thoughts and practices.
He can't be long in the faith if a group of clowns almost got the better of him.
Trying not to think about the serving wench in the Tankard, Goran extended his hand to the priest in greeting.
"I'm Goran. Sorry to see those circus freaks decided to take out their frustrations on you."
As Ruphus introduced himself to the others, Goran kept his eyes out in case the clowns brought more of their kind out of the alleyways and side streets between them and the Church to St. Cuthbert.
The Church
Goran's posture did not relax until they reached the steps of the temple and as he read the writings above the oaken doors, he smiled to himself. While it had been three years since the day he first demanded entrance into the Temple of Kord, he could remember it like it happened to him this morning.
"And look at us now. Joined at the hip and I can't get you out of my head for more than a handspan of time. I wonder sometimes if you are just that bored."
Chuckling to himself, Goran looked over to Simon and nodded his head.
"Kord says it is right we are here. The strong must defend those who are still too weak to defend themselves and no group of circus clowns will keep us from helping find children. He also says wash your hands, anything that can make a man run from a simple wave must smell like a goat's arse." BWAH hahaha
Patting Floch on the arm once everyone was inside, Goran nodded to the mammoth half-orc with a smile on his face.
"Kord says you did well tonight lad. Now lets hear what they have to say and the first round is on me."
As the High Priestess came into the room, Goran felt his mouth go dry as he saw the same markings on her symbol as Ruphus wore.
No wonder the Cuthbert folks around here look so pissed. They are always looking out for heretics...
"Lead the way. Ruphus mentioned something about those clowns wanting some kids? I know that the street performers take on many of the youth who fall through the cracks, but I never thought they would get so bold as to start taking them before they fall."
[sblock=ooc2]Also if I am playing Goran too annoying, please let me know. With him being touched in the head, I am trying to find the right balance between rational thought and his quirk which is "talking" directly to Kord. Since he is so used to being alone with his thoughts, anytime he isn't directly socially involved, I figure that is when it kicks in. I really don't want to be annoying with it though, so please let me know if I need to tune it back.[/sblock]