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<blockquote data-quote="James McMurray" data-source="post: 264577" data-attributes="member: 743"><p>Marcus continues, “This large fellow here is Johann. He doesn’t speak much, preferring to ponder the imponderables you might say. He’s a damned fine man though, and many’s the time I’ve been happy to have him at my back in the arena. If it’s a battle you’re aching for, his blade bites the deepest.” Johann smiles dimly at the compliment, and his hand drops to his hilt.</p><p></p><p>“Myself, I’m just your average faithful servant of Heironious. I have been in the arena for a couple of years myself, and my faith is strong. If it is Heironious’ will that I accompany you, then so be it. If not, I am happy to have met you and wish you great luck on your Quest.”</p><p></p><p>Amastacia, feeling that the description given by the miner may point to piercing weapons as being more effective against the beast, asks the group if any of them are proficient in piercing weapons.</p><p></p><p>Cordelia speaks up, “All of us have been trained in the use of daggers and spears of course, in order to bring more glory to Heironious.”</p><p></p><p>Marcus follows her statement up with, “If it is a weapon master you desire, I would suggest brother Johann. He was with a fighter in the arena before he found his way into Heironious’ household, and has been trained in just about every weapon under the sun. </p><p></p><p>Johann nods his agreement, and says slowly and carefully, “I prefer my sword though. I can fight with anything you put in front of me.”</p><p></p><p>“Well, that is a great bit of valuable information. Again, let me say this is such a difficult decision, as I find you all so qualified, as well as personable. May I say, if we do not do business together on this quest, I would like it if we could call upon each other, as acquaintances, perhaps on our way to becoming friends. I have social gatherings from time to time with my people and I would be more than happy to have representatives of The Utmost Glorious in contact with my people. That reminds me, I need to check with them and see what alignments they are. I fear many of them a just floundering in life, lacking a higher connection.”</p><p></p><p>She pauses for a moment and smiles at each one. “Now comes the bottom line, we must discuss what you want in return for your services. Please don’t be shy about it and don’t feel I will make my choice on that bit of information alone. If that were the case, I would have asked about this first.” She looks a bit concerned about privacy, then reaches into her satchel. She takes out a quill, dabs it in some ink, unrolls a small piece of scrap parchment, and asks each one of the clerics to write down what they would like in return for their services. She rips the parchment in three and hands each one a slip, then returns to sitting with Gundarag until they have made their requests.</p><p></p><p>Johann looks very distressed, then Marcus whispers in his ear. Marcus excuses them and takes Johann aside (behind a pew). While they whisper quietly between themselves, Cordelia quickly writes and returns the paper.</p><p></p><p>2,800 gold pieces. Half now followed by half after the mission is completed. Should I fall yet the mission still succeeds, the remainder of my fee is to be delivered to the temple.</p><p></p><p>Cordelia</p><p></p><p>Marcus and Johann return. Marcus nods to Johann, who hands his paper to Amastacia.</p><p></p><p>I would like for Heironious’ name to be glorified. In order to draw more people to his name, 2,000gp should be donated to the Temple of Heironious for temple beautification and charity.</p><p></p><p><the handwriting between signature and offer is undoubtedly different></p><p></p><p>Johann</p><p></p><p>Marcus then hands his paper to Amastacia.</p><p></p><p>If it is the will of Heironious, it shall be done. You will choose me if he wishes it to be so. As such, I leave it to your good graces as a peer of the realm to determine, after the deeds are done, what value they held for you.</p><p></p><p>Marcus Stromgard</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="James McMurray, post: 264577, member: 743"] Marcus continues, “This large fellow here is Johann. He doesn’t speak much, preferring to ponder the imponderables you might say. He’s a damned fine man though, and many’s the time I’ve been happy to have him at my back in the arena. If it’s a battle you’re aching for, his blade bites the deepest.” Johann smiles dimly at the compliment, and his hand drops to his hilt. “Myself, I’m just your average faithful servant of Heironious. I have been in the arena for a couple of years myself, and my faith is strong. If it is Heironious’ will that I accompany you, then so be it. If not, I am happy to have met you and wish you great luck on your Quest.” Amastacia, feeling that the description given by the miner may point to piercing weapons as being more effective against the beast, asks the group if any of them are proficient in piercing weapons. Cordelia speaks up, “All of us have been trained in the use of daggers and spears of course, in order to bring more glory to Heironious.” Marcus follows her statement up with, “If it is a weapon master you desire, I would suggest brother Johann. He was with a fighter in the arena before he found his way into Heironious’ household, and has been trained in just about every weapon under the sun. Johann nods his agreement, and says slowly and carefully, “I prefer my sword though. I can fight with anything you put in front of me.” “Well, that is a great bit of valuable information. Again, let me say this is such a difficult decision, as I find you all so qualified, as well as personable. May I say, if we do not do business together on this quest, I would like it if we could call upon each other, as acquaintances, perhaps on our way to becoming friends. I have social gatherings from time to time with my people and I would be more than happy to have representatives of The Utmost Glorious in contact with my people. That reminds me, I need to check with them and see what alignments they are. I fear many of them a just floundering in life, lacking a higher connection.” She pauses for a moment and smiles at each one. “Now comes the bottom line, we must discuss what you want in return for your services. Please don’t be shy about it and don’t feel I will make my choice on that bit of information alone. If that were the case, I would have asked about this first.” She looks a bit concerned about privacy, then reaches into her satchel. She takes out a quill, dabs it in some ink, unrolls a small piece of scrap parchment, and asks each one of the clerics to write down what they would like in return for their services. She rips the parchment in three and hands each one a slip, then returns to sitting with Gundarag until they have made their requests. Johann looks very distressed, then Marcus whispers in his ear. Marcus excuses them and takes Johann aside (behind a pew). While they whisper quietly between themselves, Cordelia quickly writes and returns the paper. 2,800 gold pieces. Half now followed by half after the mission is completed. Should I fall yet the mission still succeeds, the remainder of my fee is to be delivered to the temple. Cordelia Marcus and Johann return. Marcus nods to Johann, who hands his paper to Amastacia. I would like for Heironious’ name to be glorified. In order to draw more people to his name, 2,000gp should be donated to the Temple of Heironious for temple beautification and charity. <the handwriting between signature and offer is undoubtedly different> Johann Marcus then hands his paper to Amastacia. If it is the will of Heironious, it shall be done. You will choose me if he wishes it to be so. As such, I leave it to your good graces as a peer of the realm to determine, after the deeds are done, what value they held for you. Marcus Stromgard [/QUOTE]
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