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"Revenge, Renewal and the Promise of a New Year" (Boot Hill/D&D)
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<blockquote data-quote="Silver Moon" data-source="post: 1825192" data-attributes="member: 8530"><p><strong>Chapter Thirty, “The Elderly Wood Elf”, January 6th, 1882:</strong></p><p></p><p>Kate decided that she was absolutely not letting that girl Ruby out of her sight. They went down the stairs together and Kate pulled Ruby's arm through hers. "Come with me to see Dorita's Grandfather, dear. He's a lovely gentleman and I'm sure he'd be glad to meet you." Once they got downstairs Kate searched the room for Gomez and made sure to steer Ruby clear of him on their way to visit the elderly elf. Oh I don't think I've met him yet, that would be just lovely." Ruby smiles and waves at everyone she passes.</p><p></p><p>Manuel Gonzales hears the knock on the door and open it up, inviting the ladies inside. His room is decorated with brightly colored hand-woven Mexican rugs on the floor and a colorful blanket of varying patterns fastened to the wall. All of the furnishings in the room are made of simple wood, the one exception being a solid metal truck that has both a combination lock and a padlock holding it shut. </p><p></p><p>He gestures to two chairs in the room and asks the women to sit. He says to Katherine "As I stated earlier, I would like to repay your kindness. I have something special in mind for you, but before I can offer it I have three questions that I need you to answer. First, what is your opinion of magic use? Second, what is your opinion of wood elves? And lastly, what are your feelings towards Texas and human Texans?"</p><p></p><p>What in the world could he want to giver her that would require such questions? She had thought perhaps a special book, but perhaps not. </p><p></p><p>"Well, as for magic, I know very little about it. I have seen it used to great effect in the last few days, however. It seems to me to be a great deal like any other thing people do, neutral in and of itself. The intent comes from the one who wields it. As to whether its clerical or arcane? I have no problem with either, especially since each can be used to accomplish different things. In fact, my father tells me that we have both wizards and clerics among our ancestors. "I suspected as much" he replies. </p><p></p><p>"Now, as to wood elves," Kate smiled at the old man, "I've met some lovely ones so far. I will admit I was afraid when I first moved here. We hear such stories in the East. But they are stories. I have found since I moved here that it's best to judge individuals, not whole races. He smiles upon hearing that but makes no further comment. </p><p></p><p>She continues, "Texans I know nothing about, I'm sorry to say. Human or otherwise. He states, "A lack of knowledge is fine, it is prejudices I was curious about." </p><p></p><p>She then says, “There is no repayment needed, you know. It's always a pleasure to share books. It gives you someone to discuss the book with afterward." "I agree, and anticipate that we will have many conversations about books. But I also feel the need to repay someone as kind as you." </p><p></p><p>He then turns to Ruby and waits for her to respond to his questions. Ruby looks surprised. “Oh were you talking to me? I was just admiring your exquisite hanging. It’s just stunning!” </p><p></p><p>“As for your questions, I try not to hold anything against anybody. I have met many wood elves in my travels, more kind goodly ones than bad and I can mostly say that about any race.” </p><p></p><p>“I don’t have anything against magic either. I know some people are suspicious of it but again, I have seen more good done with it than bad. Healing people can never been a bad thing. I even saw Mr. Valdez today myself and now I feel great! I’m going to have to thank Jake for that...” Ruby pauses. “I haven’t seen much arcane magic though.” </p><p></p><p>“I’m going to have to agree with Kate about Texas. I don’t really know anything about it.”</p><p> </p><p>Gonzalas says "I am from Texas. I lived there up until this past year. Texas is an ancient land of the Wood Elf. We lived there for thousands of years before the wizards and armies of Spain invaded and enslaved the people. In the 17th and 18th century Spanish rule collapsed and the land became a disorganized place ruled by various warlords. </p><p></p><p>Around forty years ago one of these warlords, a wood elf by the name of Antonio López de Santa Anna became the land's military leader of Mexico, which included the land of Texas. The humans from the United States had been moving into the lands for several decades at that point. Santa Anna decided to rid the land of these invaders and organized his army, which was comprised of soldiers and mages. </p><p></p><p>In March of 1836 a group of nearly 200 humans decided to take a stand at the fortress known as the Alamo in the Texas town of San Antonio. Santa Anna's forces besieged the fortress, which eventually ended in a great battle where the wood elves were victorious. That event caused the humans to then unite against the Mexican Wood Elves and led to the Mexican-American war that ended with Texas as part of the United States. </p><p></p><p>The phrase "Remember the Alamo" is used as a rallying cry by the humans of Texas to repress the wood elf. That is why I have always kept my own involvement at the Alamo a secret. When that secret was discovered last year I had to flee Texas and move here with my granddaughter in order to save my life."</p><p></p><p>"I'm so sorry. It's a terrible thing to leave a place you love. </p><p></p><p>Sadly, the war between the states ended slavery, but not repression. And from what I have seen here, the law isn't terribly concerned about making sure everyone is treated justly. Just in keeping the streets quiet. </p><p></p><p>I will keep your confidence, of course. In the East many humans talk as if the land in the West is empty and waiting for them. They don't seem to realize that it already belongs to others."</p><p></p><p>He replies "Thank you. My involvement at the Alamo was as one of Santa Anna's wizards. In fact, I was the second highest ranked wizard among the General's troops, holding the rank of Colonel. It was my Lightning Bolts that broke down the walls to allow the foot solders to enter the fortress. </p><p></p><p>I am still a wizard of great power, but have been very careful to keep that fact hidden while in Promise City. One of my greatest pleasures is passing my knowledge on to others. I sense from you Katherine, and perhaps from you as well Ruby, an aptitude for using your natural gifts to also tap into arcane magics. </p><p></p><p>My gift to you would be to teach you some simple magics that may come of some assistance to you. I could begin with something simple, which would probably take no more than an hour to teach. </p><p></p><p>If you discover that this is something you wish to continue I could provide more detailed study in the future."</p><p></p><p>Ruby says, "Rest assured I will not betray your confidence in me either." </p><p></p><p>Ruby's eyes open wide. "You can teach us magic?" She seems very interested but then backs off a little. "Oh, but I'm not smart like Katherine is. I'm not sure I could learn."</p><p></p><p>He smiles at Ruby and says "You have been staying at the Cantina for the past five days, during which time I have been watching your entire group. What I have seen from you is that you are as astute as the golden eagle, letting nothing of importance pass your gaze. So trust me little bird, you are indeed smart. True intelligence is nothing more than obtaining knowledge and then using that knowledge. You are like my Great-Granddaughter Sanoma, you have a thirst for life that must be quenched." Ruby smiles and blushes. "Thank you, then I would be honored to learn from you." For once Ruby felt a compliment that was given to her was sincere and heartfelt.</p><p></p><p>"As would I. Sadly we must leave for work now, and we have plans very early in the morning. If we return early enough, however, we might be able to visit you in the afternoon. Would that be convenient?" </p><p></p><p>He says "That would be just fine. Sanoma is busy now but has also been anxious to learn from me, so tomorrow afternoon would work even better as I can teach something to the three of you simultaneously."</p><p></p><p>Once they have settled their plans Katherine thanks Mr. Gonzales and takes Ruby's arm again. Hopefully Jake was ready and she could stop trying to keep Juan Gomez away from Ruby.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Silver Moon, post: 1825192, member: 8530"] [B]Chapter Thirty, “The Elderly Wood Elf”, January 6th, 1882:[/B] Kate decided that she was absolutely not letting that girl Ruby out of her sight. They went down the stairs together and Kate pulled Ruby's arm through hers. "Come with me to see Dorita's Grandfather, dear. He's a lovely gentleman and I'm sure he'd be glad to meet you." Once they got downstairs Kate searched the room for Gomez and made sure to steer Ruby clear of him on their way to visit the elderly elf. Oh I don't think I've met him yet, that would be just lovely." Ruby smiles and waves at everyone she passes. Manuel Gonzales hears the knock on the door and open it up, inviting the ladies inside. His room is decorated with brightly colored hand-woven Mexican rugs on the floor and a colorful blanket of varying patterns fastened to the wall. All of the furnishings in the room are made of simple wood, the one exception being a solid metal truck that has both a combination lock and a padlock holding it shut. He gestures to two chairs in the room and asks the women to sit. He says to Katherine "As I stated earlier, I would like to repay your kindness. I have something special in mind for you, but before I can offer it I have three questions that I need you to answer. First, what is your opinion of magic use? Second, what is your opinion of wood elves? And lastly, what are your feelings towards Texas and human Texans?" What in the world could he want to giver her that would require such questions? She had thought perhaps a special book, but perhaps not. "Well, as for magic, I know very little about it. I have seen it used to great effect in the last few days, however. It seems to me to be a great deal like any other thing people do, neutral in and of itself. The intent comes from the one who wields it. As to whether its clerical or arcane? I have no problem with either, especially since each can be used to accomplish different things. In fact, my father tells me that we have both wizards and clerics among our ancestors. "I suspected as much" he replies. "Now, as to wood elves," Kate smiled at the old man, "I've met some lovely ones so far. I will admit I was afraid when I first moved here. We hear such stories in the East. But they are stories. I have found since I moved here that it's best to judge individuals, not whole races. He smiles upon hearing that but makes no further comment. She continues, "Texans I know nothing about, I'm sorry to say. Human or otherwise. He states, "A lack of knowledge is fine, it is prejudices I was curious about." She then says, “There is no repayment needed, you know. It's always a pleasure to share books. It gives you someone to discuss the book with afterward." "I agree, and anticipate that we will have many conversations about books. But I also feel the need to repay someone as kind as you." He then turns to Ruby and waits for her to respond to his questions. Ruby looks surprised. “Oh were you talking to me? I was just admiring your exquisite hanging. It’s just stunning!” “As for your questions, I try not to hold anything against anybody. I have met many wood elves in my travels, more kind goodly ones than bad and I can mostly say that about any race.” “I don’t have anything against magic either. I know some people are suspicious of it but again, I have seen more good done with it than bad. Healing people can never been a bad thing. I even saw Mr. Valdez today myself and now I feel great! I’m going to have to thank Jake for that...” Ruby pauses. “I haven’t seen much arcane magic though.” “I’m going to have to agree with Kate about Texas. I don’t really know anything about it.” Gonzalas says "I am from Texas. I lived there up until this past year. Texas is an ancient land of the Wood Elf. We lived there for thousands of years before the wizards and armies of Spain invaded and enslaved the people. In the 17th and 18th century Spanish rule collapsed and the land became a disorganized place ruled by various warlords. Around forty years ago one of these warlords, a wood elf by the name of Antonio López de Santa Anna became the land's military leader of Mexico, which included the land of Texas. The humans from the United States had been moving into the lands for several decades at that point. Santa Anna decided to rid the land of these invaders and organized his army, which was comprised of soldiers and mages. In March of 1836 a group of nearly 200 humans decided to take a stand at the fortress known as the Alamo in the Texas town of San Antonio. Santa Anna's forces besieged the fortress, which eventually ended in a great battle where the wood elves were victorious. That event caused the humans to then unite against the Mexican Wood Elves and led to the Mexican-American war that ended with Texas as part of the United States. The phrase "Remember the Alamo" is used as a rallying cry by the humans of Texas to repress the wood elf. That is why I have always kept my own involvement at the Alamo a secret. When that secret was discovered last year I had to flee Texas and move here with my granddaughter in order to save my life." "I'm so sorry. It's a terrible thing to leave a place you love. Sadly, the war between the states ended slavery, but not repression. And from what I have seen here, the law isn't terribly concerned about making sure everyone is treated justly. Just in keeping the streets quiet. I will keep your confidence, of course. In the East many humans talk as if the land in the West is empty and waiting for them. They don't seem to realize that it already belongs to others." He replies "Thank you. My involvement at the Alamo was as one of Santa Anna's wizards. In fact, I was the second highest ranked wizard among the General's troops, holding the rank of Colonel. It was my Lightning Bolts that broke down the walls to allow the foot solders to enter the fortress. I am still a wizard of great power, but have been very careful to keep that fact hidden while in Promise City. One of my greatest pleasures is passing my knowledge on to others. I sense from you Katherine, and perhaps from you as well Ruby, an aptitude for using your natural gifts to also tap into arcane magics. My gift to you would be to teach you some simple magics that may come of some assistance to you. I could begin with something simple, which would probably take no more than an hour to teach. If you discover that this is something you wish to continue I could provide more detailed study in the future." Ruby says, "Rest assured I will not betray your confidence in me either." Ruby's eyes open wide. "You can teach us magic?" She seems very interested but then backs off a little. "Oh, but I'm not smart like Katherine is. I'm not sure I could learn." He smiles at Ruby and says "You have been staying at the Cantina for the past five days, during which time I have been watching your entire group. What I have seen from you is that you are as astute as the golden eagle, letting nothing of importance pass your gaze. So trust me little bird, you are indeed smart. True intelligence is nothing more than obtaining knowledge and then using that knowledge. You are like my Great-Granddaughter Sanoma, you have a thirst for life that must be quenched." Ruby smiles and blushes. "Thank you, then I would be honored to learn from you." For once Ruby felt a compliment that was given to her was sincere and heartfelt. "As would I. Sadly we must leave for work now, and we have plans very early in the morning. If we return early enough, however, we might be able to visit you in the afternoon. Would that be convenient?" He says "That would be just fine. Sanoma is busy now but has also been anxious to learn from me, so tomorrow afternoon would work even better as I can teach something to the three of you simultaneously." Once they have settled their plans Katherine thanks Mr. Gonzales and takes Ruby's arm again. Hopefully Jake was ready and she could stop trying to keep Juan Gomez away from Ruby. [/QUOTE]
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