JA's - The Prince's Own - Relaunch Part 1

[Graybeard]

"An interesting question. If you were to ask my father, he would have said that until recently, I had no talents worthy of note. Prior to my acceptance in the retainer program, I was working as a messenger and delivery person for local merchants back home. It wasn't very exciting but the coin wasn't bad and it allowed me to travel to several area towns and villages. That's how I met my girlfriend."

 

[J. Alexander]

After a few minutes of banter among the candidates a loud fanfare sounds followed by an impressive drum roll. The elder man on the stage begins to speak "Candidates, you have herewith been assembled by the direction of his most gracious majesty King Rolan Vasa. In exactly 24 hours at 1:00 PM tomorrow you will cease to be your own person and will enter into royal service. You may at anytime resign you post should you so choose by presenting yourself to my office each morning at 9:00 am and asking to be Dismissed on Request or DOR. Carefully consider this evening if you wish to join and above all enjoy the festival that has been prepared for you"

The old man slowly decends from the platform and their is an explosion of fireworks in the royal colors and artists begin to take the various stages, livered servants begin passing with trays of food taken from in front of the assembled tents and beverages both hot and cold.

 

[KerlanRayne]

A young man of average height approaches. Theric is dressed in mostly dark colors, brown, forest green, and dark blue. His hair is completely black but his skin is pale. He is observant to what is going on around him, curious and excited about what is to happen. After the speech he enters the appointed area with the others who are to serve as he will. Well, not exactly as he will. They are supposedly supposed to fill different roles depending on their placements. What their plans are for him, he does not know, but his magical abilities must surely play a part in those plans.

He walks around in the crowd a bit and sees two people talking, each with an animal companion. One a cat, and the other a hawk. As he gets closer, he overhears their discussions about the nature of their animals. "Ah, familiars. These must be other practitioners of the arcane arts." He then approaches them for conversation.

"Hello, I couldn't help but overhear that you two are also magic users. I am Theric, and I have gained control of the arcane basics through study. I wonder if we may be serving together due to out abilities or if we will be spread out to maximize effectiveness."


OOC: So sorry about not checking in sooner. I thought there were no replies for a couple of days but it turns out I just forgot to subscribe to this thread.

 

[ghostcat]

Yevas says "See you around." to his two new acquaintances and goes to look round the fairground. He samples the food and drink from a number of the tents, having a private competition for the hottest dish. In the process he gets a nice buzz, without actually getting drunk. At the same time he keeps an eye out for a nubile young woman who he can take back to his tent.

 

[Scotley]

"Indeed I'm sure we will Yevas." Henry bids good bye to his cousin to take care of a few matters, but hopes they can get together a bit later.

 

[Scott DeWar]

A young man of average height approaches. Theric is dressed in mostly dark colors, brown, forest green, and dark blue. His hair is completely black but his skin is pale. He is observant to what is going on around him, curious and excited about what is to happen. After the speech he enters the appointed area with the others who are to serve as he will. Well, not exactly as he will. They are supposedly supposed to fill different roles depending on their placements. What their plans are for him, he does not know, but his magical abilities must surely play a part in those plans.

He walks around in the crowd a bit and sees two people talking, each with an animal companion. One a cat, and the other a hawk. As he gets closer, he overhears their discussions about the nature of their animals. "Ah, familiars. These must be other practitioners of the arcane arts." He then approaches them for conversation.

"Hello, I couldn't help but overhear that you two are also magic users. I am Theric, and I have gained control of the arcane basics through study. I wonder if we may be serving together due to out abilities or if we will be spread out to maximize effectiveness."


OOC: So sorry about not checking in sooner. I thought there were no replies for a couple of days but it turns out I just forgot to subscribe to this thread.

I wonder if he was in service to the military.Thinks Petra to himself. Only one way to find out.

He moves to the trio, two of which have animal companions of some sort. Though he tries to intrude gracefully, it is apperent he is not trained in courtly procedures.

"If I may intrude, Petra Ecks [pronounced 'X'] is my name. " It is easily discernible He was in military service of some sort. His uniform is as flashy and immaculate as any courtier would wear. Though highly decorative, it is every bit as serviceable and sturdy material as the toughest outlander's clothing. Have any of you ever served in the ranks of the military?"

 

[Scotley]

Overhearing Petra, Henry turns and approaches. He's big and muscular enough to be a soldier, but the frilly pastel outfit and slender rapier mark him as more of a dandy. "Sir James Northantis, my father, is a commander of His Majesties Horse Guards. While I have not yet served I was in training when this opportunity to serve the royal family more directly came up. I practically grew up on campaign with the Horse Guards when not at the academy. Henry Northantis at your service. What's your unit sir?" His voice is deep and powerful enough to be a drill Sergeant. Despite his size he is probably barely 17.

 

[Scott DeWar]

"I am Captain Petra Ecks of Baron Maxwell's Outriders. You might have heard of our involvment in the campain against the goblin tribes of the Oakwode Hills?"

 

[Scotley]

"Indeed I have. A most instructive use of combine arms and arcana."

 

[KerlanRayne]

"I have never served in the military before, but I have read books on the matter. There are a great many books about the strategy and tactics of battle. Some people try to apply those same basic strategies to everyday life, including business and love."