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Message: <blockquote data-quote="crazy_monkey1956" data-source="post: 3860707" data-attributes="member: 49514">Frontier City of Delagund, Duchy of VedlundLord Noran's eyes narrow, his voice low, "You would have me unleash orcs upon my own countrymen?  Aye, the King levies demands I refuse to meet, but that does not mean I would wish the blood of his armies to stain the swords of orcs.  Were I to have my wish, human blood would not be spilled at all in the coming days, whether they be the King's men or my own."He takes a deep breath and straightens, "I believe it best to your individual strengths where they will be of most use.  I wish to know the numbers and strengths of this orcish horde that approaches.  For that, I will need reconnaisance, not engagement, to better prepare for the assault.  The King's armies do not yet mass to the attack.  The King will first send a diplomat to attempt to convince of the error of my ways.  Only after that fails will the seige begin.  So, I would have you four scout the orcs, learn what you can of them, and return with that information.  I leave it to you to discuss how you will accomplish that mission.  I have other matters to attend.  My castellan can provide you with maps of the terrain, supplies and whatever else you might need."With that, Lord Noran turns on his heel and stalks out of the room.The Capital City of Azgund, Temple of the Healing LightThe priest nods, "The King wishes the Healing Light to take sides.  Do you feel that we should become involved in this war of the Emirans and the Thayvians?"The Capital City of Azgund, Horse MerchantThe horse merchant shifts nervously, his eyes darting back and forth between Keefe and Nyrazha.  After several moments, he finally speaks, "Of course, of course.  Only the best for the King's esteemed and well-mannered nephew.  An angel you say?  Then a horse that is light and swift and humble should suit the winged one's needs, wouldn't you agree."  A stableboy leads a young mare up for Keefe and Nyrazha's inspection.  The merchant continues, "Nothing but fair prices for our esteemed allies, the Azgundi, of course, of course.  Fair treatment for fair treatment, of course, of course.  Let us say...150 pieces of gold for the horse and all of its tack?"OOC: PHB prices - Riding Horse: 75 gp, Riding Saddle: 10 gp, Bit and Bridle: 2 gp, Saddlebags - 4 gp, Total: 91 gp.</blockquote>

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