Planetouched Peril

[Rhia]

*Azure smiles brightly as she takes Pharos's hand, glad to feel he has a firm grip. So many men felt the need to soften their handshake with a woman, silly really. Made them feel all liquidy and goopy in her hand. She gives a friendly smile and a nod to each person as they are introduced, saying a few words along the way.*

"Jabin? Glad to meet you, I always feel safe with a diviner around. Your mount could teach Saku's horse a thing or two about self control."

"I see you finally decided on a horse, Saku. I was worried for you last night."

"Ah, a fire genasi, so glad to meet you. I feel safer on this trip already."

"Beautiful silver hair... Ashlie? I'm happy to meet you this morning."

*Azure has always been the kind to add a few personal words with her greetings, never having been fond of the curt, "well met." As all seem to be busy with various aspects and not wanting to seem intrusive, Azure excuses herself from the group. She guides Cherry Blossom up along side the lead wagon, stopping to greet the driver and his benchmate.*

"Fine morning to be setting off on a pilgrimage. I'm Azure, pleased to meet you." giving a nod with her trademark smile to each of them in turn.

[ooc: I hope I remembered each of the group up there!]

 

[Verbatim]

*As the sun began to chase away the night, Jabin finally allowed himself to consider the carving in front of him finished. Twisting and turning in his sleep after scribing his newly acquired scrolls to his spellbook, Jabin had studied his grimoire hoping that the soothing theories contained within would fatigue his mind, but even after committing a new set of spells for the road to memory, he could not rest. Finally, Jabin gave up on the prospects of sleep, and did what he always did when nights like this struck him, he began to carve.*

*Losing all track of time, Jabin slowly finished freeing the bird trapped within the block of wood, and as he smoothed the edges off, he hoped Jemmie would like the little statue.*

I know she could buy something like this from any street peddler, but hopefully, she will still like it. I only wish there was something I could do for Sarwen as well. Perhaps while I am on the road I can make her something...

*Writing a short note to Jemmie, Jabin grabbed his pack and set off towards the caravan getting Honeybee along the way. As he reached them, Jabin saw a figure that nearly made his heart stop as he watched her walk around introducing herself.*

"Jabin? Glad to meet you, I always feel safe with a diviner around. Your mount could teach Saku's horse a thing or two about self control."

*Jabin's mind went blank as he tried to think of something to say, and he felt his lips begin to move, but knew there was nothing coming out of them.*

Who is she? Did she actually speak to me? How did she know I studied divination?

*Realizing he was staring at her, but still not speaking, Jabin turned his gaze away and when he raised his eyes once again, she had moved off and was speaking to Saku. Straining to hear her as she spoke to the fighter, Jabin finally heard her say her name.*

Azure...truly the gods must want us to succeed for sending down an angel to walk among us...

ooc: I hope you don't mind me having Jabin be stunned a little by how she looks. Compared to him, she is the living embodiment of beauty, and as such, he will proly be tongue tied around her for awhile. If it bothers you, please let me know and I will change Jabin's initial reaction to her.

 

[Temujin]

[ooc: back....hopefully.

*As the sun breaks the morning horizon, Saku shakes off his hangover and begins his morning exercises through the fog in his head, the dull thud turning into a painful pounding as he does pushups. *

Hearing Azure's voice he looks up. Ah... this is the one from last night... well... no reason for her to be so perky... He think, his head continuing to throb.

* Continuing with his pushups on the dry ground, he lowers his head again to relieve the pressure that threatens to explode his skull. Hearing her mention his horse, he snorts, ominously at the same time as the damn horse.*

That thing is a monster! Why did I ever pick that damn horse. He thinks to himself, glancing down at his flexed arms covered in cuts and gouges. The damn thing has more teeth than a bloody shark!

Finishing up his pushups, he slumps to the ground for a much needed sleep. Just twenty minutes... thats all I need...

 

[Isida Kep'Tukari]

"Fine morning to be setting off on a pilgrimage. I'm Azure, pleased to meet you." giving a nod with her trademark smile to each of them in turn.

*The lead wagon is driven by Darvon, a dark-haired, bearded, powerful man old enough to be Azure's father, while his guard, Wert was much younger version of Darvon. There's enough of a resemblance that you think this is a father and son team. Wert in particular looks a bit stunned upon seeing you.*

"Aye, fine morning all around, young miss Azure. I be Darvon Handfast, and this be my childer Wert. Mebe ye kin come an' speak a bit about yer travels when we get started eh?" Darvon says with a friendly smile. He waits about two heartbeats and then elbows his son to remind him to breathe.

"Ah, er, yes, good morning!" he finally manages to get out.

*It takes another half hour for the rest of the supplies to get loaded, and then someone wakes up Saku, and drags him an everyone else up in front of the group. Father Parab steps forward to address the waiting and mounted pilgrims.*

"These are our guardians on our journey, Pharos, Ashlie, Zafira, Saku, Jabin, and Azure. Remember what I told you, if we should encounter danger, they are the ones who are better trained to fight than us, so let them do their jobs, and aid them if they request it. Now, we are off to Eldon-asha!" he says, introducing each in turn.

*Now prepared, the wagons turn out. The day is fairly bright, with a brisk breeze. It doesn't look like the weather will be bad at all today, so you should make good time. According to Father Parab you should be a Garnet well a bit after nightfall.*

[OOC - Guys, could I get a marching order and any special information (like always has bow out, constantly scans the left, always keeps a torch and lamp oil at the ready or anything like that) please? The pilgrams are in a small train with the three wagons in a line, about two horse-lengths apart. Two strings of six pack horses each are attached to the last wagon About six of the pilgrims ride in front of the lead wagon, and seven other pilgrims ride behind the pack horses, and all of these have enough experience in handling animals to keep the pack animals in line.]

 

[wolfheart]

*With his heart pounding in his chest, Pharos falls in next to the lead riders on their left hand side so that his shield arm is on the outside of the column. He scans about as though he is expecting trouble, when he is really just look like he is doing something and is in control.*

"A fine morning to be riding on the plains," He says to the air. "I don't expect we will see any trouble today. These roads are well traveled by fat merchant caravans that would supply better quarry than ourselves."

*as Pharos rides onhe slides his hand under his shield and grasps the hilt of his sword and finds courage in it's leathery pommel.*

 

[Temujin]

Saku will take the right to the lead riders. He'll try to pay attention and alret as much as possible, but much of his time is spent trying to control Viper and avoid his teeth.

At least its not raining...

 

[Fangor the Fierce]

It seems as though the front guard position is well fortified with Saku and Pharos leading the way. I guess that leaves Zafira, Jabin, Azure and myself to see how we fit in this group. It matters not to me, but the rear must be guarded as well.

Leaning to her right a little, Ashlie makes a quick whistle towards Shilo. As he looks up to her, she simply says in Halfling, "You will need to help out as well. Guard the rear with me, Shilo, for you are one that I can trust in battle as before."

As she sits up a little on in her saddle, she remembers that Earth Hammer is steadfast and not at all bothered by this new group. She grins and speaks to him in Elven. "Come my new friend. We shall see these Pilgrims to their destination. I can see that your strength may come in handy, so let us guard the rear, just in case."

With that, she readies her shortbow and also his her signal whistle bound around her neck, ready to notify Pharos and Saku of any danger. She will keep near the pack horses, off to the right hand side. She will try and stay in earshot of the group of Pilgrims with the pack animals and any other of the group that would take their place near the rear.

In an unrecognizable language, she begins talking to Shilo. He seems so know the voice, but not the meaning, as he stays to her right, constantly glancing at her, then Earth Hammer, then his new surroundings. She does not seem to care if anyone is listening to her or not, as she is accustomed to working alone. She fidgits around in her belt pouch and can be seen glancing at a small rock, and then placing it back into her belt pouch. She then procures a small bag from her belt pouch, puts it up to her ear and shakes it. Seemingly satisfied, she places it back in her pouch, for easy access. Lastly, she pulls out a well recognized vial. It must be one of those potions that was purchased earlier. All the while, if anyone was watching her actions, they would spot a small puff of dust around her, as Earth Hammer carried her in the saddle. It seems to come from her movements and can also be seen as she fidgits in her belt pouch. Her cloak hood is not covering her head, and her silver hair shines in the early morning light.

Well, let's get this moving, as we have a long journey ahead of us.

She waits for the others to move into their positions and head towards Garnet.

 

[Cannibal_Kender]

*Zafira will fall back to the rear of the caravan.*

*She'll have her bow in one hand, with an arrow nocked.*

Let's hope this trip is more interesting than the last, Zafira thinks as she scans their surroundings.

 

[Rhia]

*Azure raises an amused eyebrow at the young Wert who had just been elbowed into greeting her. People came in so many differing shapes and sizes and personalities. She has a fondness for them all. Well, almost all. There are a few kinds out there we could do without, she reminds herself of waywards like bandits preying on the innocent.*

"Aren't you a fine looking lad, Master Wert," the bard compliments in her sweet-toned voice. "Aye, I'd be happy to spend some of these traveling hours talking with the two of you. Now if you'll excuse me, I'll greet the other wagons as well." Azure bows to both the older and younger Handfast men before riding off to say a few words to each of the wagon drivers.

*When she hears Father Parab asking for them to step to the front for a few words, Azure guides Cherry Blossom up near her companions. She nods with a smile to the group in general upon introduction. "To Eldon-asha!" Azure sings out after Father Parab before returning back to the wagons. She takes a position on the left side near the middle wagon, though she does move between the three wagons every once in awhile to check on people and to have a friendly chat. Her rapier is strapped to her left side as her crossbow is left on her back. Her three instruments are hanging from one tab or another, the lute and flute from her pack and the horn from a belt loop just behind her small leather components pouch. Though she wears skirts, she does not ride side-saddle, allowing her skirts to edge up a bit so she can feel more secure in the saddle. As Azure rides alongside the second wagon, she deftly plaits her coral hair allowing just a few tendrils to be caught loose by the breeze. When not chatting, she can be heard softly singing or humming as she rides along. She often scans leftward, feeling it her duty to keep a watch out, but it's no chore as she enjoys the pleasant grasses with a soft breeze floating through them.*

 

[Verbatim]

*Jabin tries to ride close to Azure while doing his best not to appear obvious. Every move she makes seems to be perfect in his eyes, and when she hums or sings, it makes him forget about the others around him momentarily. However, he realizes that if he hangs or watches her every movement all the time, it would become obvious, so he pulls his spellbook out and pretends to study it when not watching "everyone".*

ooc: Jabin will ride towards the middle of the caravan, doing his best not to fall off of Honeybee.