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Message: <blockquote data-quote="nonamazing" data-source="post: 1918111" data-attributes="member: 12118">The Aundairian Scroll, 12 Ayrth, 998 YK~Read by Queen Aurala Herself~Voddlegrok Organizes New Expedition"What suicidal fools are these?" says Sasik d' Vadalis Quentin Voddlegrok, the Gnomish "scholar" responsible for the recent deaths of no less than six brave explorers in the Demon Wastes (sent to bring back a rare breed of flower, no less), has shocked this reporter with his plans for a new, and insanely dangerous, expedition.  Voddlegrok, known for endlessly chasing after the most ridiculous of pipe dreams, is now planning to hunt for the mythical 'lost city' of the Dwarves.  When informed that every respectable Dwarven scholar scoffs at the 'lost home' fable (which is obviously nothing more than a bedtime story for Dwarven children), Voddlegrok had no comment. Voddlegrok latest lampoonery, however, has to everyone's surprise managed to attract the attention of several powerful interests.  This reporter is baffled as to why such reasonable and respectable men would invest in a hare-brained scheme from a thrice-failed "scholar", but perhaps these worthies believe (as this reporter does) that no price is too much to pay to be finally rid of foolish old Voddlegrok. And this voyage is a sure death sentance for the crew that Voddlegrok has somehow convinced to join him.  As our astute readers will no doubt note, there has only been one successful expedition to the Frostfell, led by none other than the Aundairian Scroll's long-time patron and friend, Lord Boroman ir'Dayne.  Voddlegrok has none of Lord Boroman's amirable qualities, which leads this reporter to an obvious conclusion: this foolhardy adventure is doomed before it begins.  Why, Voddlegrok is mad enough to sail into the Frostfell at the dead of winter, when conditions will surely be at their worst! Voddlegrok has recently announced the names of the explorers who will be joining him on his "expedition".  We include their names here so that our kinder readers may send their condolances to the families. Barandurr Genlom Steelsing, a minor noble from the Mror Holds.  Sir Barandurr is a respected priest and explorer in his homeland, and will be missed.  (Barkey) Karthak d'Lyrandar, valued scion of House Lyrandar.  That the House of Storms would gamble one of their most promising sons on such a voyage is truly a tragedy. (Speed-Stick) Mong, respected hunter and bodyguard.  This reporter was unable to uncover much about the mysterious female ranger known as Mong.  She would appear to have no immediate family, which is good--it always tears this reporter's heart to see parents lose a favoured child.  (Krug) Norderill "Smarttounge" Pitiken, beloved cousin of House Sivis.  Norderill is a talented translator who has been brought aboard in order to communicate with any natives the groups may encounter.  It is sad that skills such as his must go to waste because of Voddlegrok's insanity.  (Sorrow the Man Bear) Toshanharath, a skilled and charming warrior-knight who has long been a friend of House Lyrandar.  Although the Aundairian military could certainly use leaders like Toshanharath, his life is instead to be wasted on this fruitless expedition, his potential never realized.  Truly, very sad.  (Doomhawk) And finally, Voddlegrok hopes to round out his expeditionary force with a "native guide" (a foolish conceit, since Lord Boroman proved there are no intelligent races inhabiting the Frostfell).  Voddlegrok claims that there is a unique fey race dwelling in the snow, and that he plans to convince one of these fey to be of assistance to him.  Whether or not Voddlegrok manages to find one of these 'Uldra', as he calls them, remains to be seen.  (Ferrix) Condolances and contributions to the soon-to-be bereaved families may be sent to the offices of the Aundairian Scroll.  Our honest and vigilant reporters will see that all missives are delivered promtly. Please trust that the Aundairian Scroll will keep you updated on this fascinating story as it develops.  This reporter will do her best to record personal interviews with each of these tragically doomed explorers. -- Maylin Feyliss, two-time winner of the Aundairian Scroll's "Most Trustworthy Investigator" award. The Aundairian Scroll, 9 Vult, 998 YK~The News that is Meant to be Known, for Those of Discriminating Tastes~Balthazar to the Rescue!"Truly a noble adventurer," gushes Esravash d'Lyrandar It has been more than two weeks since old Voddlegrok's ill-fated expedition left the port of Stormhome, and this reporter had considered the poor souls aboard the Whale's Carcass to be forever lost!  But a recent development means that there may be hope for those explorers, whose only crime was being foolish enough to be tricked into going on a voyage with the luckless Quentin Voddlegrok. "Although I initially disaproved of Quentin's expedition," says Lord Boroman ir'Dayne, founder of the illustrious Wayfarer's Guild, "I am by no means cold hearted and cruel.  I know what horrors those unprepared adventurers must be facing, and I swear to do anything in my power to rescue them from poor, deluded Quentin's foolishness." To that end, Lord Boroman has enlisted the aid of fabulously handsome adventurer and man-about-town, Lord Balthazar d'Orien y ir'Lain.  (This reporter has long followed the career of Lord Balthazar with interest--and who wouldn't?  He's rich, beautiful, and so incredibly charming!).  (RillianPA) Lord Balthazar will no doubt rescue the explorers and help them to come home safely, as well as deliver the fabled Horn of Lyrandar, which will allow the ship's wizard, young Karthak d'Lyrandar, to communicate with his family in Stormhome.  Look to the Aundairian Scroll for more information on this breaking story, as it happens! -- Maylin Feyliss, eligable bachlorette (hint, hint, Lord Balthazar!). The Aundairian Scroll, 10 Vult, 998 YK~Information was not meant to be Free!~ ~1 gp~Mysterious Developments in the Voddlegrok Expedition!"We may never see any of them again," weeps Lord Boroman ir'Dayne Oh, my dear readers!  You won't believe what has happened!  According to urgent messages recieved via the Horn of Lyrandar, Voddlegrok's expedition has reached the Frostfell almost two weeks earlier than scheduled, only to have their ship irrepairably damaged in the landing!  That's right, noble friends--the entire expedition is trapped, with no possible way home! And to increase the drama, a new mysterious adventurer has joined the exploratory party.  This Rigel (last name unknown) was certainly not mentioned in the ship's passenger list--a last minute addition?  Voddlegrok's secret weapon?  Whoever she is, this reporter hopes that she knows how to build a sailing ship out of snow and ice--otherwise, we will never hear from any of those sad, doomed adventurers again.  (adamantineangel) The message from Karthak also mentioned that the crew had encountered intelligent natives, but Lord Boroman is quick to dismiss such statements.  "They have no doubt contracted snow madness--a dark disorder that also claimed the life of my friend Grinton Steed.  No doubt we shall hear no further from Voddlegrok's expedition." -- Maylin Feyliss, the Aundairian Scroll's most valuable (and unbiased!) reporter I've set up this thread as an easy 'one-stop' place to organize all of the characters from the <a href="http://www.enworld.org/showthread.php?t=110572" target="_blank">Beneath the Ice</a> game.  The characters are mentioned in the 'articles' above--if more characters are introduced (such as from some of the alternate players), I'll update the article to include them.I'd like everyone to use the same format (mentioned by Speed-Stick in <a href="http://www.enworld.org/showpost.php?p=1913138&postcount=39" target="_blank">this</a> post, with an example <a href="http://www.enworld.org/showpost.php?p=1915189&postcount=44" target="_blank">here</a>). This formatting is actually optional--it's just what I'd prefer to keep everything nice and easy for me to read (I know, I'm awfully selfish).  If you really don't want to use that format, or if you'd like to make changes to it, feel free.I'd like this forum to have only characters in it--anything else should go into the <a href="http://www.enworld.org/forums/showthread.php?t=110572" target="_blank">OOC</a> forum for the game.Also, if you'd like, you may add an 'interview' along with your character post.  You should write it as though your character were being interviewed by the reporter who wrote the above (I think you can get an idea of what sort of character she is and how she writes--she loves italics).  If you'd like to do the interview thing but aren't sure what sorts of things Maylin might ask your character, let me know and I'll send you a list of interview questions.</blockquote>

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