Crossed Paths, Part III

[doghead]

Marcus Rogue3 Fighter2

Marcus gives the sphinx a considered look, followed by the passageway entrance. "Perhaps, but I suspect that whatever is down there, he nods in the direction of the passage, "is more dangerous than what is up here."

"It just worries me that we could be taking him into danger. We may have our hands full looking after ourselves. Does he have a weapon of sorts?"

 

[Krilith]

"It just worries me that we could be taking him into danger. We may have our hands full looking after ourselves. Does he have a weapon of sorts?"

~Dhormium eyes Grassus casually, and then makes up his mind~
"I don't think he has any weapons on him, the gnolls probably would not have alowed it when he was working for them.
I'll take grassus under my wing if there is need for that, and if things go sour, he'll just have to fend for himself, and by the looks of him, i think he'll do just fine.
Would you mind taking point marcus? i'll be right behind you to tell you if i see something in the distance."

ooc: Come lads, lets get this story roling again, we're even on an exciting part!

 

[doghead]

"I'll take the lead. But perhaps Grassius is better with Mendicus or Elhdannis than up front with you. If things get hairy, we are going to need your strength in the thick of things. And I think that it is going to get hairy."

Marcus pulls a daggar from a boot and hands offers it, hilt first, to Grassius. "Its not much, but its better than nothing."

If Grassius takes it, he begins gathering up his gear in preparation. If not he resheaths it and again, begins gathering up his gear. When done, he stands and heads over to the door, again coming to it from one side. As the others get ready, he listens for any sounds coming from the tunnel.

"What's down there, appart from treasure?" he asks the sphinx on a whim.

 

[Manzanita]

Grassus gazes at Marcus with deep respect, then gingerly takes the dagger, and nods at Marcus seriously.

The sphinx watches all the interactions with interest. At Marcus' question, she replies, "Oh, I don't know. Dead things, I would think."

 

[Inez Hull]

The Undead! Ehldannis's heart flutters in panic and he turns a (ironically) ghostly white. He tries to stammer an excuse why the party should not head down the corridor but seeing his companions girding themselves for battle, swallows the words with a sickened whimper of fear.

Do these humans fear nothing or respect not even the dead? What do I let myself be dragged into by these fools? Hah! more I the fool for I willingly chose to undertake this quest. Let us all hope the Sphinx just uses an ambiguous turn of phrase

 

[Manzanita]

By the way, no sounds come from the Corridor. It leads to a dark passage that ends in a dusty-web covered stairway down.

 

[Despaxas]

"Only dead things eh? Well that's a nice change of pace, ususaully they're dead only after we've been there." Tullius grins. "Let's go people, time is wasting."

Tullius adjusts his armor and weapons and waits for Marcus to lead them into the corridor.

 

[doghead]

Marcus Rogue3 Fighter2.

Marcus pulls his short sword. With one last glance back at the group, he heads into the passageway. He moves carefully. Careful not to make noise. Careful not to be any more visible than is necessary. Careful not to trip over or stumble into anything unpleasant. He is, in a word. Careful.

ooc: Who has what lantern and torch wise. I don't think marcus is carrying one at the moment. Perhaps a torch would be a good idea. Yeah, if he doesn't have one, he'll get one before going in. Sword in his right hand, torch in his left. Unless someone can cast light on his sword?

 

[Krilith]

Unless someone can cast light on his sword?

ooc: nudge nudge, wink wink eh?

~Dhormium follows Marcus into the passageway, and tries to be as carefull as a dwarf can be~

 

[Jarval]

Falling into line behind Marcus and Dhormium, Brioc again readies his sword and shield.

"Mendicus, look after Grassius, and keep to the back of the group." He drops his voice a little lower, and turns to look at the man. "And keep an eye on Grassius now he's armed. Nervous men can do stupid things..."