Ptolus- Palace of the Silver Princess (Campy)

[Deuce Traveler]

Thym walks across the hall and opens a door that leads to a downwards sloping passageway. This part of the castle looks as if it had never been completely finished, and it gives the look of a cavern instead of a part of civilization. Wind whistles softly through this dark damp cave carrying with it a musky smell. Straw is scattered on the floor, along with jagged bones while chained to one wall is a large ape with pale, white fur. As soon as it sees you it begins to rattle its chains and roar.

 

[Mista Collins]

With a not-so-mighty roar response, Carl takes a few steps backwards to a position where there are other party members between him and the beast. "What an ugly beastie!"

 

[InVinoVeritas]

"Aww, Mr. Monkey is just hungry, too. He's not so bad." Thorg approaches, getting a face full of howl before getting within striking range. "See? He just needs a nice meal. Maybe a nice minty meal."

He pulls his jug from his belt. "Here, Mr. Monkey, would you like some water?"

 

[Erekose13]

Thym stands ready to react should the ape break loose or try to attack Thorg.

 

[Deuce Traveler]

The creature takes a swipe at the jug in Thorg's hand, knocking it out of the half-orc's grasp. As it hits the ground and water begins to flow from it the ape loses his attention and leaps onto the object the tips it back and starts drinking. He finishes the entire jug before growling at the party once more, but the sound is nearly a whine, now more pitiful than threatening.

 

[Erekose13]

"You might be onto something Thorg. Make nice with the ape and maybe we can set the poor thing free." says Thym encouragingly.

 

[Mista Collins]

Carl starts to strum a soothing tune, knowing it won't effect the ape, but doesn't think it could hurt.

 

[InVinoVeritas]

"Aw, see? Mr. Monkey isn't so bad. Does anyone have any food?"

 

[Mista Collins]

At the mention of food, Carl reaches into his backpack and produces four chunks of cheese, four loaves of bread, and roughly two pounds of assorted fruits. Reluctant to let these cherished items leave his possession, he hands some of them over to Thorg.

 

[InVinoVeritas]

Thorg looks hungrily at the rations. "Oh, Carl, you're the bestest pal! This is yummy!"

He looks about to eat it himself when he stops and looks at the ape. "But it is always best to share."

He hands a loaf to Mr. Monkey.