North by Northwest, Chapter 3: The Winter of Our Discontent

[Old Fezziwig]

[sblock=Assumption]There's been no objection in a day and a half, so I'm going to assume, based on the previous conversation that you accept the Mahatkata's offer.[/sblock]The Mahatkata smiles. "Very well, then. After dinner, please see my major domo, Arjuna (he'll be the svirfneblin with the red sash; he's been tending to business in the gardens), and make any requests you might have for equipment. He'll fill your order to the best of his ability based on the materials in my stores. After that, he can show you to your quarters, if you would like to spend a night in a proper bed instead of the side of a mountain."

Just as he finishes this sentence, dinner comes out. It's broiled reindeer flanks, seasoned with some sort of fennel-based rub, with a side of greens and what appears to be some form of russet potato. Baskets filled with a hearty, brown bread are brought to the table shortly thereafter, with a frargrant oil for dipping and seasoning. The Mahatkata briefly bows his head. Then, raising it, he implores all of you to dig in. "We can keep talking, of course, do you have any more questions for me?"

 

[Scotley]

Cian

"A fine spread you have here, by far the best I've eaten in some time. I would be honored to sleep under your roof." He takes another bite and continues, "What sort of equipment can we expect to be available? We do not wish to strech the bounds of hospitality."

 

[Old Fezziwig]

"What type of equipment?" repeats the Mahatkata between mouthfuls. "We have a fully stocked armory with well-made weapons and armor, some of which dates back to the last Peloran Crusade. Standard equipment, such as shovels, lanterns, torches, iron rations, and the such, is plentiful, too. I can also have the priest at my chapel provide you with some healing draughts and other minor magical charms, although you would, naturally, have to take what we have there."

 

[Bloodweaver1]

Cole Braddock

"I had this unusual dream not too long ago..." Interjects the lean warrior. With a concerned tone he lays out his dream of the Ice Queen in detail to their new host. At the end of the tale he looks across the room and says, "I am uncertain of what to make of this. We all had similar dreams of the Ice Queen. All at the same time. Is this just coincidence? Or is the Ice Queen reaching out to us? And if so why?"

 

[Old Fezziwig]

"My knowledge is entirely of this world, Master Braddock," laughs the Mahatkata. "The hobgoblins of the south were once well known for their ability to interpret dreams. I'm afraid that art is beyond my ken, however. You'll have to wait for answers."

 

[Strahd_Von_Zarovich]

Herev

Oh, Honorable Mahatkata, I plea before you kind sir to bring me the following equipment as they would be most helpful for me to help the group and to oppose the armies of the generals.
He says with the most delicate and well-mannered word he ever used.
I need a good, hard, protective armor to protect my body, as I am no skilled with spells but I engage in close combat with my foes. (Full plate or magical chain mail)
Climbing Equipment should be handy, as we need to deal with those dangerous and treacherous mountains. (Climbing Kit)
A ranged weapon of some sort, to help me deal flying enemies, where my trustworthy hammer cannot reach. (Composite Longbow).
It is a burden to carry food and stuff, we request from his graceful master a beast, a mountain beast that would carry the equipment for us (Yak or any kind of similar animal). And if magical assistance the lord can provide, I ask for potions that can heal my wounds and strengthen my muscles (Cure and Bull's str. Potions)

 

[Old Fezziwig]

He smiles benignly at Herev. "I'll pass word along to my major domo, and we will do our best."[sblock=OOC]If everyone's ready, we can hop along to the next stage (talking with Arjuna regarding getting outfitted for your next adventure). For the record, something like this (the list of requests in character with OOC annotations) is great. If no one posts any questions or anything for the Mahatkata, I'll wrap up dinner and move along to Arjuna in the morning.[/sblock]

 

[Old Fezziwig]

[sblock=OOC]That should have been Arjuna and "after dinner," not the next morning.[/sblock]After dinner is over, the Mahatkata calls in Arjuna, his major domo, and bids all of you goodnight. "I'll see you in the morning before you depart for breakfast. In the meantime, please enjoy yourselves here at my tower."

Arjuna is a tall svirfneblin, of a similar build to the caster that you met below Kor Drakel. He wears all white, marred only by a blood red sash, and wears his hair and beard closely cropped. He bows low to you. "His holiness, the Mahatkata, has instructed me to equip you. Please follow me." He bows again, before turning and leading you deep into the tower's basements and into the armory. Gleaming weapons and armor line the walls, engraved with elaborate scrollwork and designs that speak to an earlier age, predating the retreat south. A few svirfneblin armorers sit at benches cleaning weapons and oiling armor. Turning to your group, he says, "Please feel free to help yourself here. The smiths can help you with anything you need and can requisition any mundane goods for you. If you need anything magical or exotic, please let me know now, and I will see if I can find it in our vaults for you." Another bow.[sblock=A Note]Any mundane equipment, within reason, and mundane masterwork armor or weapons can be found here. Just let me know what you'll be wanting to pick up.[/sblock]

 

[Thanee]

Zeegra

Zeegra's eyes widen as she looks around, seeing all the wealth displayed here.

“Thank you. I do not really need anything, other than provisions. Of course, if you had a map of the region or some books to learn more about your beautiful land and its inhabitants, I would be most interested in.”

 

[Fenris]

Ghur browses through the armory, admiring the workmanship as much as looking for pieces he may find useful.