OrkJager

[Harvey]

Koric, Half-Orc Cleric of Pelor

OOC: Sorry, work was busy... and it looks like everyone else was busy here posting

"Ha! Silly! Of course I am coming with you! You should know I am perfectly at home in the woods, and poor Franky needs me to look after him! Besides, while I might not have found any of the Iron Claw Orcs dead on the field, they might be out there in the forest, waiting for the vengeance of the Green!"

Koric looks a little embarassed, then laughs alongside Felicity. "I sapologize. I forget how easily bravery flows from this group." He brings his voice down to a whisper "But keeping an eye on our little friend isn't the worst idea I've heard today" he says with a wink.

Koric listens attentively as Percy speaks. "The large and the slow, that's Koric, Dagmar and Franky - bring up the rear if you would; that might be where you end up anyway.". Koric looks down at his studded leather armor, and is about to correct Percy, but thinks better of it. He has no problem bringing up the rear. While Percy is explaining his plan, Koric nods in agreement.

OOC: sorry, studded leather was the best I could afford. Though if we find some full plate, I call dibs

"I believe we've all agreed then. May Pelor be with you, Lindal, and may he keep your eyes peeled. The rest of us will not be far behind." As Percy and Fortin go to get more supplies, Koric calls out "Percy, Fortin, feel free to stock up... I can put my strength to good use carrying supplies."

 

[FreeXenon]

Franky blushes at Koric's whispered words "But keeping an eye on our little friend isn't the worst idea I've heard today".

Franky will accompany Percy and Fortin to get supplies and we can store them on my pony.

While we are walking Franky says to Fortin "I am curious, Fortin, why is there so much hositility between Faule and Vormarsch. It makes me wonder why people are going there if there are such bad feelings. Is that why you are leaving as well - Unsatisfied with life there?"

 

[Mr. Prez]

The traders quickly agree and offer the party any rations they need.
(Assuming no objections, the party heads into the woods)

6 commoners have also answered the call to arms, including Heinrich Maler, they are armed with axes and misc. tools.

OrkWald
The woods that the orks fled into are rugged, with steep hills and thick forest. The spring rains have made the ground slick and muddy, and the air is chill. The leaves have just begun to bud, so visibility through the forest is moderately good during the day, assuming there is no fog or rain. The woods are webbed with trails; the widest and obviously most traveled all head south.

The evening remains uneventfully untill Lindal returns with little news, apparantly the orcs are moving hard and fast, he was unable to catch them. The only signs are the tracks of the orcs and discarded supplies, easily followed.

(The party should rest soon; they've had a long day followed by a battle. If they do not rest they could suffer from exhaustion.)

 

[scout989]

Fortin Human Fighter1

"Huh, I don't really know why the bad blood exists. For my part, I've been looking for a chance to leave the Faulean army for some time. You see, my parents were common folk. 'Peasants' is what the higher-born called them. I was recruited for the army only because of my size, normally no man of my station in life is allowed a chance at the glory military service can bring. Well, as it turns out, those around me in the army had no intention to allow me a chance for that either. So I intend to find it on my own." Fortin looks defiant as these last words are uttered, grasping the hilt of his sword tightly and looking around, as if to see if anyone wants to contradict him.

 

[Wilphe]

"Well you'll either get a belly full of glory on this trip or a belly full of an orcs spearhead; Good to have you along in any event, you too." this last he inclines at Heinrich and his red-shirts stalwart commoner companions.

If they are stopping then he'll suggest the fact as night falls, hopefully at the same time as Heinrich and company are really starting to feel the pace and won't insist on pressing on; "Lindal, how far ahead do you reckon they are? If they are stopping for the night I'd like to halt - rest up for a few hours and then hit them at dawn. Chasing orcs through a forest at night is not my idea of the road to a long life"

 

[Harvey]

Koric, Half-Orc Cleric of Pelor

"I agree with friend Percy. Setting up camp will allow us a rest, and no doubt the vigors of this quick pace will be getting to the good Heinrich and his men. I advise Lindal, Dagmar, and myself take watch shifts during the night, for our eyes will be better at spotting trouble. Possibly one or two of your good men, Heinrich, would also be willing to take turns at watch. Fear not, all, when Pelor's eye rises in the morn, he will surely guide us to these orcs' home."

 

[Mavnn]

Lindal - Half Orc Ranger

Lindal is chaffs at the idea of letting the orc's head start increase further, but he is sensible enough to know that the group will need rest before any further combat.

He is also, not that he would probably admit it, starting to feel quite tired himself after his several mile jog and the adrenaline rush of the fight.

"Hitting them by daylight makes sense," he admits grudgingly. "And travelling in full dark can be treacherous for those who cannot see clearly. I suggest for head out somewhat before dawn, however - the problem for us will not be hitting the orcs too early, I don't think. It will be trying to catch up before nightfall."

He nods at Koric. "I would be happy to take a watch during the night. Your reasoning is sound as normal, my friend."

As he says the words, Lindal realises what he has said, and ponders as the group moves to make camp. The idea of friends is a strange, if not unpleasant one - he spent most of his childhood alone with his mother in the woods.

 

[Wilphe]

"How long do we wish to rest for? Tactically I would prefer only a few hours rest to recover physically before moving on in the pre-dawn glow - but what little I know of the ways of magicians tells me they must rest for at least a third day. If we rest for a full night we shall surely have difficulty in catching our quarry."

 

[Voadam]

"I agree with friend Percy. Setting up camp will allow us a rest, and no doubt the vigors of this quick pace will be getting to the good Heinrich and his men. I advise Lindal, Dagmar, and myself take watch shifts during the night, for our eyes will be better at spotting trouble. Possibly one or two of your good men, Heinrich, would also be willing to take turns at watch. Fear not, all, when Pelor's eye rises in the morn, he will surely guide us to these orcs' home."

"Ye got a little blind spot there Pelorian, from what I hear elven eyes're good in the night as well and with enough moon even human and halfling eyes can adjust to the night. It's not the undermountain we're in here."

 

[reddist]

Felicity, Half-Elf Druid

"I am at home in the moonlight true, but I've used what Green power I had gathered for the day. I have plenty of pollens, seeds, and petals for summoning spells, but I'll need an hour at dawn to commune with the forest spirits to restore my well. Until then I have my crossbow!" Felicity hefts her crossbow and pats at the quiver strapped to her thigh.

"The orcs might try to find cover in the daylight. The sun can hurt their eyes. They might move quickly at night, but they'll slow down at dawn. Do not worry friend Lindal, friend Percy, we will catch them."