IC: Dichotomy's Age of Worms Redux, Part I

[TiCaudata]

During one of the re-grouping breaks, Breth takes a long pull at his ale and says,"I can't help but feel that we are in a race with Tirra's group. It seems rather silly, but the notion that we need to finish our mission first is very strong in my mind.

"That being said, we should probably examine our formations in the last couple fights and see if there was anything we could have done better to avoid the nearly disasterous end that we came to there.

Hopefully, one of those wands will be able to help us in the coming days. If not we could really use its value in alchemist's fire."

 

[Dichotomy]

"Well, I don't know anything about this other group other than what you've told me, but I think Breth's right. If they find out that the Stirgenest Cairn is empty, they might go looking to the other ones. I wonder what actually brought them out here?"

Alendar changes the subject along with Breth. "As to tactics.... Dammit Viktor! Even if we have to fight another mass of insects, could you do something other than swing that stupid torch at them? You can't hit the broadside of a barn with that thing. I guess there's nothing much else you CAN do against them, but maybe focusing on other enemies would be better."

 

[michael_noah]

"That I can agree with. If we can play to our strengths a bit, perhaps we'll do better," Boldak adds. "I'd like to see some more of what we were able to accomplish against that giant thing after the bugs were taken care of."

As the night goes on, Boldak eventually retires, satisfied that he's learned what he can from the crowd. He salutes his companions as he heads off, saying, "I hope we find what the sage knows to be encouraging. Good evening to all of you."

 

[worthley]

"Where should I meet you all in the morning? I plan on staying in my room for the night." Viktor starts to leave and then turns back to the elf. "I will pray to my gods in hope they will let me make better decisions in battle from now on."

 

[TiCaudata]

"Well I think it might be a good time to call it a night. I will see you on the morrow. Are we all going to the sage or just Boldak and myself?"

 

[o3caudata]

An obviously very tired Alexis says "It's probably best not to overwhelm the sage too much. Let's let him keep the faces he knows and not the rest. I'd recommend just Boldak and Breth go, possibly Alendar. The rest of us can meet here and wait."

"I'll see all of you on the morrow. Stay safe and quiet."

 

[Dichotomy]

Day 8

The members of the group each retire for the night and rest soundly. As the sun rises, Boldak and Breth return to Allustan's, as Alendar had no desire to go.
[sblock=Ti & mn]The sage was not out walking the garden this time, but after the pair knocks on his door, he pleasantly steps out to join them. Allustan leads the pair back to the same table-like stump and arrays the items before them. "I've good news for you. The items are of some value." The sage then raises his eyebrows, somewhat playfully, at the pair.[/sblock]

 

[michael_noah]

[sblock]With a glance at Breth, Boldak reaches for the pouch of gold and says with a strained smile,"I believe this is as well. What can you tell us?"
[/sblock]
[sblock=ooc]I believe we're 10g short with the money that means we each owe 2g to complete the deal. Boldak will cover anyone that's short for the time being (let me know).[/sblock]

 

[Dichotomy]

[sblock=Ti & mn]"The chainmail has a very standard enchantment that simply makes it provide better protection. This wand," the sage says while pointing, "casts the spell called unseen servant and can be used sixteen more times. The other casts shatter and can be used seven more times. I imagine your friend can explain what those spells do." And if Breth doesn't do so, Allustan provides the explanation.

"Is there anything else I can do for you?" the sage asks. He almost looks hopeful that you'd say 'yes.'[sblock=OOC]The chainmail is +1.[/sblock][/sblock]
[sblock=OOC for everyone]Alendar has his 2 gp share and gave it to Boldak.[/sblock]

 

[Dichotomy]

[sblock=o3 & worthley]After Breth and Boldak leave the group to seek out the sage, Alendar turns to the two humans. "Is there something useful we can do while they take care of that?"[/sblock]