[LPF] Escort Service

[perrinmiller]

Cythera e'Kiernan, Bronze Dragon Disciple

Cythera looks at Emi's all too happy demeanor and replies with a cold tone, "Milady, these were Wraithspawn. Nasty creatures and they could return again for all we know. I would take steps to determine who wants to kill you."

The bronze dragon disciple actually knew a fair amount about the creatures and shares what she knows with the Commander. Though, he has treated her worse than a mercenary in the past, she has let her actions speak for her. She thinks, If that is not good enough for the Whitecloak, he can stick it up his arse.

After being dismissed, she corners Ben privately before they leave the estate and turns on him. With a tone that is like a big sister talking to a younger sibling, Cythera says, "Alright Ben, start talking. Something is up and you owe me an explanation."

Appraise (1d20+2=14) & Sense Motive (1d20+6=16)

[sblock=Mini Stats]Initiative: +4
AC: 22(24) (19 flat-footed, 14 Touch)
HP: 54 Current: 54
CMB: +8 CMD: 22 (23 vs. Sundering) Fort: +5 Reflex: +6 Will: +5 (+1 with Resistance)
Conditions in Effect: Arcane Strike (+1 dmg), Power Attack (-2 Att/+6 dmg), Furious Focus (no penalty for 1st PA), Overhand Chop, Bless (+1 Att)

Current Weapon in Hand: Glaive
Chakram: 8/8 Claws: 4/5 rounds remaining

Battle Dance: 4/8 Rounds Remaining
Spells Remaining: Cantrips: (Read Magic, Detect Magic, Resistance, Light, Prestidigitation)
1st Level 0/3 (Cure Light Wounds, Timely Inspiration, Grease(DC13))[/sblock]___________________________

Cythera e'Kiernan

 

[Systole]

"It's ... it's nothing I'm sure of. It's just that I sometimes have dreams about those beasts. I thought it was just nightmares, maybe something I read in a book, but now ..." he trails off. "Now I don't know. And their weapons ... I think they're Brotherhood make. They look like mine. The triangular head ... the grip..." As he points them out, the similarities seem almost obvious.

He stares off into space for a moment. "And that thug ... he said he'd been hired by someone with a Landadel accent." He shakes his head. "I don't know what any of this means Lady Cythera. I'll need to consult my books, maybe write to my old teachers."

. Benevolent Seeker .

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[perrinmiller]

Cythera e'Kiernan, Bronze Dragon Disciple

Cythera looks thoughtful, "Dreams, huh. Does this happen often or only recently?"

"Those wraithspawn were a bit stronger than a typical one, and the weapons are disturbing. Do you suspect an internal conspiracy?"

"Also, remind me again about the significance of the Landadel accent. I am not pleased when people come after me to dance without knowing why. I have had my share of enemies to hunt down and deal with. Knowing more about them helps."

[sblock=Mini Stats]Initiative: +4
AC: 22(24) (19 flat-footed, 14 Touch)
HP: 54 Current: 54
CMB: +8 CMD: 22 (23 vs. Sundering) Fort: +5 Reflex: +6 Will: +5 (+1 with Resistance)
Conditions in Effect: Arcane Strike (+1 dmg), Power Attack (-2 Att/+6 dmg), Furious Focus (no penalty for 1st PA), Overhand Chop, Bless (+1 Att)

Current Weapon in Hand: Glaive
Chakram: 8/8 Claws: 4/5 rounds remaining

Battle Dance: 4/8 Rounds Remaining
Spells Remaining: Cantrips: (Read Magic, Detect Magic, Resistance, Light, Prestidigitation)
1st Level 0/3 (Cure Light Wounds, Timely Inspiration, Grease(DC13))[/sblock]___________________________

Cythera e'Kiernan

 

[Systole]

"I ... I don't know how long I've been dreaming of them. A year? A year and a half? I thought they were just nightmares at first.

"My accent is a Landadel accent, lady. Almost all of the brothers speak this way, but so did whoever hired those thugs. And now these beasts have Brotherhood weapons. A conspiracy? I don't know. I don't think so -- why would there be one? It doesn't make any sense. Maybe it's just a coincidence. Maybe I just read about wrathspawn in a book somewhere..."

The priest trails off. He looks absolutely wretched, and doesn't seem to have more to offer.

. Benevolent Seeker .

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[perrinmiller]

Cythera e'Kiernan, Bronze Dragon Disciple

Cythera shakes her head, "Coincidence? I think not. You are here away from home and someone from your homeland paid to have you attacked. Then creatures that your god is sending visions about, comes after you with weapons from your order."

"Sounds like a conspiracy to me. That or a deity's idea of a cosmic joke."

"Let us ask ourselves a question or two. Why would someone want to stop you from your mission? Establishing a foothold for your order was not a sure thing, yet someone else wanted you to fail."

"Those wraithspawn could have been after you or even Furros. Who gains by such a failure?"

[sblock=Mini Stats]Initiative: +4
AC: 22(24) (19 flat-footed, 14 Touch)
HP: 54 Current: 54
CMB: +8 CMD: 22 (23 vs. Sundering) Fort: +5 Reflex: +6 Will: +5 (+1 with Resistance)
Conditions in Effect: Arcane Strike (+1 dmg), Power Attack (-2 Att/+6 dmg), Furious Focus (no penalty for 1st PA), Overhand Chop, Bless (+1 Att)

Current Weapon in Hand: Glaive
Chakram: 8/8 Claws: 4/5 rounds remaining

Battle Dance: 4/8 Rounds Remaining
Spells Remaining: Cantrips: (Read Magic, Detect Magic, Resistance, Light, Prestidigitation)
1st Level 0/3 (Cure Light Wounds, Timely Inspiration, Grease(DC13))[/sblock]___________________________

Cythera e'Kiernan

 

[Systole]

Ben attempts to answer Cythera's questions, but he seems to be out of ideas. He halfheartedly suggests it might be someone on the losing side of a war that the Brotherhood fought in, or maybe a disgruntled former Brother. Unfortunately, there are thousands of the former, and Ben doesn't know any of the latter. There are things he can research, but for the moment, there's nowhere to go with the information.

Eventually, there's nothing left to do but bring him back to the Dunn Wright Inn. The rest of the evening passes without incident, and the morning dawns bright and clear. Cythera heads down to the Whitecloak's station for her meeting with Commander Parsons. She sees Ben on his way out of the commander's office, and he takes a moment to speak with her. His spirits seem to have recovered somewhat, although it doesn't look like he slept much. "I'm sorry to be brief, my lady, but I have to get down to the Lower Guild. I wrote to some of my teachers for information, and I spent the rest of the night looking through my books." He stifles a yawn. "I haven't found anything yet, though. Oh, I almost forgot -- your fee!" He presses a pouch of gold into Cythera's hands. "And now, I'm sorry, but I really must run. Thank you for everything." He bows deeply and hustles away.

Inside the office, Commander Parsons sits rubbing his temples. "Signora e'Kiernan," he says. "Have a seat if you'd like. Your associate just finished a very enthusiastic sales pitch of why we should have a chapel to Serroth in every Whitecloak station in every precinct. I did have time to slip in a few questions, however, and it seems everyone's story matches up." He grimaces. "So we know everything, except for who did it and why it happened. We found Targo, the third man who attacked you last night. Unfortunately, someone else found him first, so he won't be answering any questions. The wounds on him match the weapons those wrathspawn were using, so there's little doubt the two incidents were related. In that light, we've got undercover officers keeping an eye on our young priest for the time being."

He gestures to several bundles sitting on a table against the wall. "As the aggrieved party in these attacks, the spoils are yours." He opens his desk drawer and withdraws a small jewelbox, which he slides across the desk to Cythera. He rolls his eyes. "Additionally, a certain noble personage has determined that the Whitecloaks are her own personal delivery service, so we've been asked to give this to you."

Inside the jewelbox is an expensive looking diamond and topaz brooch, as well as a card in Emi's handwriting.

Such a wonderfully exciting party! I do hope you'll come to the next one!

-Emi
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GM: Unless there's anything you'd like to add, it's wrap-up time. The first post has the current loot, and I'll put final award post together for approval.

. Benevolent Seeker .... Galen Parsons .....

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[perrinmiller]

Cythera e'Kiernan, Bronze Dragon Disciple

Cythera thanks the Commander and has a wry smile at the reference of the noble woman's notions. After reading the note, she comments, "It would appear that personage likes my Dancing."

"Well, Commander. It has been a pleasure to be of service. Thank you for what you have done. I am pleased the young priest will have someone watching over him, with my task completed. I have a feeling he will get himself into a bit of a predicament in the future otherwise."

She stands and gathers her things, tucking as much as she can away in her haversack and bundling the rest. She bids the Whitecloak, "Good day," and returns to her apartment.

OOC: Alright then, wrapped up. Thanks for this and I look forward to starting the next one. I am not sure on GlassEye's status with Fury at the moment, I thought he was about finished a week ago. But, I need some down time to level Cythera, shop and get sheet approval. If you want specific feedback, let me know.

[sblock=Mini Stats]Initiative: +4
AC: 22(24) (19 flat-footed, 14 Touch)
HP: 54 Current: 54
CMB: +8 CMD: 22 (23 vs. Sundering) Fort: +5 Reflex: +6 Will: +5 (+1 with Resistance)
Conditions in Effect: Arcane Strike (+1 dmg), Power Attack (-2 Att/+6 dmg), Furious Focus (no penalty for 1st PA), Overhand Chop, Bless (+1 Att)

Current Weapon in Hand: Glaive
Chakram: 8/8 Claws: 5/5 rounds remaining

Battle Dance: 8/8 Rounds Remaining
Spells Remaining: Cantrips: (Read Magic, Detect Magic, Resistance, Light, Prestidigitation)
1st Level 3/3 (Cure Light Wounds, Timely Inspiration, Grease(DC13))[/sblock]___________________________

Cythera e'Kiernan

 

[Systole]

Okay, I updated the first post with the numbers I got. Will have GE check them out.

 

[GlassEye]

XP & Treasure awards on first post approved. Also approved 6.09 GMC for you, Systole.

 

[perrinmiller]

Yippee.