IR Aftermath (Those Dead PCs are back in action! )

[Sollir Furryfoot]

Xarindel sighs and ponders, he looks young on the outside, but the old soul within shoes in his eyes, he leans against his staff slightly, yet with a certain gentleness since he knows its power, the cloaked figure beside him also remains silent throughout the earlier speeches.

"I disagree," The remaining elf speaks up, lifting off his hood at the same time, revealing a face very young for an elf, "I respect all of your abilities, and you each have your own unique talents, although that is more the reason why we should not have one person in charge of everything." He continues on, "This is why I propose that we either elect or volunteer one of us to fill in certain positions we may need...for example, a master of tactics is a must for battle, as well as a face for the easily swayed crowd, as previous examples have shown that position is a must."

"But forgive me for rambling on, my name is Xarindel, and I am pleased to be in the company of such heroic adventurers, as well as," The elf turns to Ilalielthin and Faysaran, "friends." He turns his indifferent expression into a smile, "My talent is of the arcane, but first and foremost, I am a historian. And this" Xarindel motions towards another hooded figure next to him, "Is my partner Ramus, he is a loyal friend and has traveled with me for a long time, even for an elf." The hooded figure lifts up his hood to also reveal a young human in his early to mid 20's. "He is also a master of the arcane, and specializes in preventing and countering spells cast at ourselves in battle."

 

[TheCleansingEarth]

Ilalielthin listens with a slight grin to Faysaran, and smiles at the introductions of the other companions, though he rolls his eyes at Janos', Oberions and Nyovnes comments. He moves forward once again, and says:

" Well, it's nice to see such diversity in the group. As to all your comments... First off, Janos, I agree with our fine Illithid, Zizzazyu here. Technology and magic are not opposed forces that must destroy one or the other and rise to supremacy, rather, they are two forces that have the greatest possibilities and benefits when combined together. As with most things, the "true way" is not one or the other, but a blending of forces."

Ilalielthin smoothly turns to Zizzyazu, his voice flowing like a clear running stream, and says " And, my fine Illithid, I think you underestimate your skills. It is hard to find a finer ally in social negotations than an Illithid, and I would wager you are even more skilled than the majority of your people in many matters. I look forward to working with you."

Ilalielthin then glances over at the Movanic Deva, and comments, " Honor, is it? I can't say I truly care for that concept, as it more often than not leads to meaningless deaths and foolish quests. And vengeance is far worse. Justice is a good pursuit, but vengeance brings ruin to all those involved in it's ways. However, I trust you will be keeping in mind the greater good when performing your activities. It shall be interesting to see."

Ilalielthin moves his gaze over to Xarindel, then, and a broad smile comes to his face as he speaks " Xarindel, my old friend. It is good to see you again. I know your skills will be a great aid and boon to this group, and it is wonderful to have both you and Ramus around once again."

Finally, Ilalielthin turns to Nyovne and Oberion, a slight frown dancing across his face, saying " Well, I can't say I agree with your words. First off.." he says, glancing at Nyovne, " Your manner is most abrasive. While the others here have made suggestions, your words sound almost like commands. I don't think any of us here is truly the superior of another, and I for one think it should stay that way.

"Leaders" in the manner you and Xochael, here, are proposing sound more like dictators to me. I think it would be far more efficient and beneficial to value everyones opinions equally, and make our decisions as a group."

" I would like to hear our warriors opinions on a magic item as much as our Wizards, really. Getting different viewpoints helps come to a better understanding of any situation, in my opinion. At any rate, I look forward to working with both of you, and I shall value your opinions on every matter as highly as everyone elses, and I trust you shall do the same for me."

Ilalielthin cracks a wry grin, and says, this time speaking only to Nyovne, " I think you are being rather paranoid, little one. I'm sure that if our enemies, whoever they may be, wish to know our location and movement, they have many means of doing so. Cutting ourself from the community and government would only hamper our movements and information gathering."

Ilalielthin grins once again, and throws a wink at Nyovne as he says, "In fact, I suggest we go to the Court Of Twilight and make some reservations there. It's one of the noisiest, most politically active, and likely to be bugged taverns in the city. I'm sure I can get some information there, and the tavern is sure to have good food and better lodgings, considering it's patronage.

Ilalielthin continues, saying" I and Faysaran are not tired, and I don't think we need to take a rest quite yet, though I can't speak for the rest of you. I for one am looking forward to a night on the town after all that boring travel to get here.

Throwing a wink to Faysaran, he says "And I'm sure I can convince the innkeeper to make arrangements for Yogi. I would hate to see you without your companion, after all. I bet they server some fine fish at the tavern, as well." Ilalielthin grins at Yogi as he says this.

Ilalielthin goes on, and says "Unless anyone has some objections, I suggest we go to the Court Of Twilight now. It should be an interesting experience. The tavern is located in the government district, of course. I value all of your opinions on the matter equally."

Ilalielthin once again steps back and awaits the responses to his words.

 

[The Forsaken One]

NYovne sighs.

"I can remeber asking you for your opinion so leave your insults behind please, you were the first to consort since you are an Elf right or I am starting to see things as well now?"

Nyovne looks irritated.

"But whatever, you are trying to pull the strings now as well but I'll let you, just try not be be a hypocrite fom now on. I am a person of action and not of this chit chat so lets go someplace. I know nothing about this place so I asked for suggestions and all I and the monk get till now is accusations, I don't like that. So if noone has any other suggestions to where we go and what we do, I say lets go and get this over with."

She turns around and looks at the Elf commenting on her.

"And I'll just won't say a word and make you happy, I for one am not in for this sort of personal attacks and infighting, I am direct and like to get to buiseness but you seem to like to get a row started. But I'm quiting this, it's just to sad for experienced people like us. I'll say what I have to say and keep quiete for the rest and do what I'm good at and please the elf by shutting up, enjoy. I thought elves of all have plenty of time in their lives to learn to be cautious. This is a dangerous game we are playing and life can be all too short, but time will tell."

After that Nyovne accesses her quick access pad on her left hand and brings up a map of Ishtarland and shifts through the layers and setup of it and then accesses a map of the city we are currently in.

 

[Sollir Furryfoot]

"Calm down my friend, we must stand united in our decisions," Xarindel turns towards Nyovne, looking down slightly, "You simply mistake my friend's words for something insulting, that is not the case, he simply wishes to bring up his point in...how shall we say this, a more laid back manner than you seem to perfer. Do not discount him if he acts in a way you may not appreciate, as he is very intelligent in his own right, after all, neglecting advice brought downfall to many great leaders."

Xarindel turns back a little so that he can see almost everyone, "I think my friend Ilalielthin has a point, although does anyone else have any other suggestions or opinions?" After saying this, Xarindel calmly waits for everyone else to respond.

 

[Janos Audron]

They are full of surprises. A Fey with a tendency for order, an Illithid who has forsaken the true way, a Celestial who does not take the lead and a druid using meatal. Yes, they truely are full of surprises...

"I agree with Nyovne and Xochael here. I think that we should have one leader. At least one who commands us in battle. Battle usually is chaotic and I think that if one can oversee all that is going on and device a fitting strategy we might know a lot of victories."

"Second, I agree with having a base of operations. Spells can be a very good defense against those who wish to know what we're up to. Even better, when we have our own place, it might be easier to determine who exactely is watchin us."

"I can easily make a small base in a day or two. Though if some prefer the stay in a noisy tavern, I certainly will not stop them, but I do like peace and quiet." Quiet mostly, he adds silently...

"Third, and this is something that is important for all of us, I think we should accept eachother as we are. Even though I think computers and guns are abomiable, I will not convince you to stop using them. Ilalielthin, I will not try to convince you that chosing a leader is the best way, but if we do, I expect you to accept it and to follow his commands. I am almost certain that each of us has something, be it an item or a character trait, that will disgust another person in this group. We are here on a mission, and that mission should be more important that any personal discomfort. We should work as a team and forcing believes upon one another is not a good way to strengther our bond."

"Xarindel, I do think that the words Ilalielthin spoke were insulting, or at least, could be felt that way. If I would be called a dictator, I would take that as an insult." Well, not really.

"Nyovne, I really like your professional attitude. We have, afterall a job to do, and a pretty important one at that. Though, as with any important mission, preparation is a must. Therefore, I ask you to not to rush into things untill we have a plan how we are going to find the people supporting Melkor."

 

[Mr. Draco]

Traal speaks again, "You each have good points, but first, remember, we must stop this group from achieving magic of the tenth tier. They may already know we are here, but, on the chance that they do not, we have no reason to announce that fact. Thus I suggest we continue this conversation somplace, (glancing at the passerbyes as they stop to look at the strange menagerie of a group standing in the middle of the street, talking), someplace else where it would seem less strange for a group to stop and talk."

"I agree that a tavern would be best for gathering information, and as the old proverb says, 'the best hidden things lie in plain sight.'

However, it is all too easy for other ears to overhear, and loose lips to sell their sound. So I also agree that we should find a location we can operate from. Preferably unnoticed."

"Still, we shouldn't decide this all here. Why don't we go to this tavern, the Court of Twilight, for now? At least it is a start. Perhaps there we can learn more information to help guide our descisions."

Turning to Ilalielthin, "I will perform my duties as they are required of me by Hoar. I accept your opinion, suffice it to say I do not agree with it, however, it is your opinion. But know this, I am not a mindless fanatic. I will not throw away logic in pursuit of vengeance."

Speaking to the group again, "Unless there are any objections, perhaps we can continue this conversation on the way to, and at, this Court of Twilight?"

 

[xochael]

Oberion ponders the situation.
There has been too much bickering already to be unnoticed, regardless something after tenth level magics surely knows of our formation already, and who is this Xochael they make reference to...

 

[The Forsaken One]

Nyovne looks up from the map of the city on her access pad.

"Excelent, I for myself am enjoying this. I like to see this... diversity in my companions. We supplement eachother in nature and in approaches to problems and the road we travel towards solution. This could work out well, very well."

She grins and stares around and glares carefully around her when she notices Traals concerned look.

"Alot of us need preperation for stuff and if it seems we will be operating from anywhere in this vecinity some of us just need a safe and quiet place to operate from. Although songs do lift burdens and widen the mind."

Grinning widely she looks at the Elf who addressed her.

Then she regards Janos.

"Good I like a person who likes to get down to buiseness, and that who takes charge in what situation we'll talk about later, we all have our qualities we were selected on I take so we'll sort that out in the tavern!"

Looking around.

"So lets get this show on the road and get to this tavern where we can get settled down and look from where we go now. Anyone comming?"

After those words she picks a styled pair of sunglasses out from her vest and puts them on. A charming smile appears under the glasses as she throws back her long blueblack hair, her pointy ears waving with the breeze that blows through the street.

"Zizz, if you don't mind me calling you that. Care to talk cool transportation? And I'd really like to take a good look at that piece of work you got there with you later on, seems we got a shared interest if you are as mad about that cicle as I would be!"

 

[Anabstercorian]

<< Certainly, Nyovne. I'll search among the local neoillithed populace for rumors. Feel free to come. >>

He kicks up his hovercycle after mentally recording this location so he can find you later, knowing he'll be able to find you all quickly. If Nyovne comes, cool. If not, whatever.

[ Making a Gather Information check. ]

 

[TheCleansingEarth]

Before the Illithid can ride off, Ilalielthin quickly steps over to him, hand outstretched, and says "Wait, my friend. I do not think it would be wise to begin inquiring all over the city. While I do not agree with the approach Nyovne would have us take, she is correct that whoever or whatever our enemy may be, they likely have spies and contacts within the city."

Ilalielthin continues, saying "I think it best to localize our inquiries at first. We should all go to the Court Of Twilight... we all seem to mostly agree on that point. We should not seperate our group until it is neccessary, I think."