Kiss of Darkness: Part 1--A Hint of Shadow

[Rystil Arden]

*Elenia shakes her head slightly.*

"I like to have fun wherever I go because I think life should be fun--it's just happier that way. But that doesn't mean this isn't without a purpose. I need to mingle with the commonfolk, see how they are truly living and what they truly think...to help them if I can in any way I can. Some of the nobility forget too quickly that even the poorest among us are our brothers and sisters, and they should be treated with respect. Given a chance and a push in the right direction, many of them would be able to lead good and happy lives...But without us, they will never have the chance."

"Besides which, I'd like a report--I'd prefer it from Val, but this will work better if she lets them catch her as me, so I can take a report from any of you guys too--I'm sure if you saved Val then you know what's going on too."

 

[Bront]

Val leans over and whispers to Elenia, "Rhaka's a little stiff, but she's got a good heart."

"I'll just adjust my disguise a bit as we go, and we'll be off! We haven't played hide and seek for a while, and someone needs to keep the guards on their toes."

 

[Rystil Arden]

"Ah, so you're picking the hard way, eh?" Elenia laughs, "You always did like the hard way, didn't you Val? Anyway, yes, let's be quick--we have much to discuss, and it wouldn't do to be caught before we can."

 

[unleashed]

Baeleth Dawnmist, Male High Elf Swashbuckler/Wizard

“So we’re off on a jaunt through the city then?” Baeleth asks, a grin on his lips and his eyes dancing merrily at the prospect.

 

[Nonlethal Force]

Rhaka rather looks displeased and shakes her head.

 

[Rystil Arden]

"Is that a 'No'? Come, but it will be fun, Miss...oh but I don't know any of your names yet," Elenia admits, "Pray do tell--that will be the first part of the stirring tale I'm sure you'll weave of bravery, magic, heroism, and adventure, no?"

"So let's see, I guess you elves are probably Wizards, and with the badger, that would make you a Druid?" she asks Rhaka, "I must say, I admire the dedication it takes to walk along the path to become one with nature. Personally, I believe my calling is to help my fellow men and women, and I love the interplay of people, so I wouldn't be able to live the quiet life in the wilderness, but I'd like to try it for a little while some time if I ever could get the chance."

 

[unleashed]

Baeleth Dawnmist, Male High Elf Swashbuckler/Wizard

“Oh, I’m sorry Elenia, I thought Valerie pointed us out when she introduced us. I’m Baeleth Dawnmist, and while I am I wizard, I’m also a swordsman,” Baeleth remarks with a smile.

 

[Rystil Arden]

"Ah yes, and that makes you over there Dhistan. Now if I can get Rhaka and Verra straight, then I'll be good to go. A swordsman and a wizard too? Just like Corellon Larethian then," Elenia smiles approvingly.

 

[unleashed]

Baeleth Dawnmist, Male High Elf Swashbuckler/Wizard

“Yes, I suppose so... though I am but a novice when compared to our creator,” Baeleth chuckles. “I must say, you’re far more knowledgable about elves than I am about humans, Elenia, though I suppose that’s why I’m here. Hmm, I don’t suppose we’ll be passing any of your fencing schools on this little excursion, will we?”

 

[Rystil Arden]

*Elenia laughs.*

"A princess has to know about the other cultures who live nearby. I've spent a bit of time chatting with Tel'Quess ambassadors and the priests at the Seldarine temple, so I know a bit about elven traditions, but truth be told, some of the more minor deities with really long names escape me at the moment."

"Dueling schools? None of the fancy ones, no, but there are certainly maestros who teach eager younglings to become street duelists and blade bravos, hoping to eke out a better life through skill, charm, and a steady arm. Of course, weapons are supposed to be peaceknotted within the city grounds except in designated areas, so street duels aren't exactly legal...in general, I tend to frown on such things. Though the dream of the self-made man is a good one, the casual violence and violent casualties of street dueling are a bit of an excess, I think. Fortunately, it isn't a particularly widespread pastime, though somewhat popular for its scarcity."