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Anna Kallira. . . . . . . . . . . . .Anton Torelli
[section]"Fortunately," Anton, the priestess' escort, begins, "We don't have to worry too much about xenophobia towards, or even by, elves. Instead, what I'm proposing is a lot simpler, so let us begin."
Meanwhile, Anna continues to work on her chicken soup as the proposal begins.
"The city of Tritower, about a week's travel to the northeast," Anton continues, "is something of a frontier town. Last stop in civilization before you trek into the wilderness that is the Landadel Baronies. It's a trade town, and its deep water port and location are its two primary assets. This being said, although the city has regular resupply from a variety of sources, from time to time supplies grow scarce. Case in point, they are currently experiencing a shortage in the sorts of alchemical remedies Venzans take for granted."
Anton stops a moment to take a drink from his mug, then continues, "In this regard, the Church of Cortesia, The Bright Lady, thinks it can help. Not only can we help with the supplies, but sending a capable healer to help with the more runaway cases is likely to be of value as well. Priestess Anna is to be that healer." He gestures towards the young woman as she quietly enjoys her meal.
"This said, two things become apparent. First, a shipment of medicines has a large value, in gold. And second, there has been news of kobold activity along the Silver Road, which connects Venza to Tritower. I'm a little short on men to spare for such an extended journey, so it was decided to supplement the mission with hired help.
"What I'd like you all to do is provide security for the caravan. It will be Anna, a guard from the Temple of Cortesia named Galin, a mule driver named Anzaldo and a couple of mules--one with supplies for the mission and the other with medicines for Tritower. The job is over and you will be paid when you arrive at the Shrine to Cortesia in Tritower--a small indoor shrine attended to by just one acolyte." Anton gestures to the northeast with one hand while the other rests on the pommel to his well-worn longsword.
"We can't pay top coin for your services, but if any fallen bandits are to be relieved of their possessions, any gains will be entirely yours. However, there are two things I would like to mention. First, horses are not to be used in any way--it is important that the mission be entirely on foot. And second," Anna's expression begins to sour at this part of the conversation as Anton continues speaking, "let us make it clear you are hired to physically defend her, not to make her life easy. Do not let her convince you otherwise. Any questions?"[/section]
[sblock=The Group]Looks like you three, which is a bit cozy, but not a bad thing. skydreamz seemed active, but so far has not responded to the call.[/sblock]
[section]"Fortunately," Anton, the priestess' escort, begins, "We don't have to worry too much about xenophobia towards, or even by, elves. Instead, what I'm proposing is a lot simpler, so let us begin."Meanwhile, Anna continues to work on her chicken soup as the proposal begins.
"The city of Tritower, about a week's travel to the northeast," Anton continues, "is something of a frontier town. Last stop in civilization before you trek into the wilderness that is the Landadel Baronies. It's a trade town, and its deep water port and location are its two primary assets. This being said, although the city has regular resupply from a variety of sources, from time to time supplies grow scarce. Case in point, they are currently experiencing a shortage in the sorts of alchemical remedies Venzans take for granted."
Anton stops a moment to take a drink from his mug, then continues, "In this regard, the Church of Cortesia, The Bright Lady, thinks it can help. Not only can we help with the supplies, but sending a capable healer to help with the more runaway cases is likely to be of value as well. Priestess Anna is to be that healer." He gestures towards the young woman as she quietly enjoys her meal.
"This said, two things become apparent. First, a shipment of medicines has a large value, in gold. And second, there has been news of kobold activity along the Silver Road, which connects Venza to Tritower. I'm a little short on men to spare for such an extended journey, so it was decided to supplement the mission with hired help.
"What I'd like you all to do is provide security for the caravan. It will be Anna, a guard from the Temple of Cortesia named Galin, a mule driver named Anzaldo and a couple of mules--one with supplies for the mission and the other with medicines for Tritower. The job is over and you will be paid when you arrive at the Shrine to Cortesia in Tritower--a small indoor shrine attended to by just one acolyte." Anton gestures to the northeast with one hand while the other rests on the pommel to his well-worn longsword.
"We can't pay top coin for your services, but if any fallen bandits are to be relieved of their possessions, any gains will be entirely yours. However, there are two things I would like to mention. First, horses are not to be used in any way--it is important that the mission be entirely on foot. And second," Anna's expression begins to sour at this part of the conversation as Anton continues speaking, "let us make it clear you are hired to physically defend her, not to make her life easy. Do not let her convince you otherwise. Any questions?"[/section]
[sblock=The Group]Looks like you three, which is a bit cozy, but not a bad thing. skydreamz seemed active, but so far has not responded to the call.[/sblock]
