Scouting the Spires

[ericpat]

Locutus will position himself a step behind Hollus, and wait politely for introductions to be made.

 

[Greybar]

"Oh, we were just coming to meet you", Hollus says in a friendly, honest manner. He turns a bit, gesturing with one arm towards the collective group. "I just brought over some folks from Highlake. From the monastery, actually. This fellow here is Locutus, and that's Fera, and Albus, and there's one more... oh there you are, yes this is Celarus."

"And my friends, this is Garcus."

 

[Samus_the_Lucky]

Celarus is seems to be staring at some particular part of Garcus' cloak when he says flatly, "Are we... interrupting... you?"

DM:
[sblock]Celarus is trying to at least determine if Garcus was reaching for a weapon or something else when he saw us. He is also readying to jump back and Hide if Garcus makes some hostile movements.[/sblock]

 

[Greybar]

Garcus' smile never falters, though his face does take on a more serious demeanor. "Welcome, welcome. Friends of Hollus' are friends of mine."

His eyes shift to Celarus. "Actually, I am in a bit of hurry. I've been summoned to meet with Krolis on some local matters, as it were. I'd love to chat further, but I need to be going. If it's not too urgent, perhaps Hollus can show you to the Cold Fire and I can catch up with you there later."

Celaraus:
[sblock]
You do see a glimpse of slender dagger along his belt on the left side, but you're not 100% sure his hand (he's right handed) was truly going for its hilt
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[daedalus@theworld.co]

Albus looks to Locutus to see what his stance is going to be. Will he agree to meet Garcus later, or wil he try to detain him briefly?

GM:
[Sblock]Can i tell what he was surprised about? Was he surprised at seeing us? Or Hollis? Or something else entirely?[/Sblock]

 

[ericpat]

"Oh, we were just coming to meet you", Hollus says in a friendly, honest manner. He turns a bit, gesturing with one arm towards the collective group. "I just brought over some folks from Highlake. From the monastery, actually. This fellow here is Locutus, and that's Fera, and Albus, and there's one more... oh there you are, yes this is Celarus."

"And my friends, this is Garcus."

Locutus politely declines his head towards Garcus at the mention of his name.

Garcus' smile never falters, though his face does take on a more serious demeanor. "Welcome, welcome. Friends of Hollus' are friends of mine."

His eyes shift to Celarus. "Actually, I am in a bit of hurry. I've been summoned to meet with Krolis on some local matters, as it were. I'd love to chat further, but I need to be going. If it's not too urgent, perhaps Hollus can show you to the Cold Fire and I can catch up with you there later."

"The matter that brings us to Icecreek is pressing, but it can wait a short while. It will also concern Krolis and the owners of those other docks - ", Locutus motions to the other two large docks, "Would you prefer to bring the others when you meet us at the Cold Fire, or would you like to hear what we have to say first, and tell them yourself."

 

[Greybar]

Garcus' head inclines slightly to one side. "Indeed. I am always interested such matters of commerce. I would be glad to convey your message to Krolis and the other notables who may be at this meeting."

Albus
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Surprised to see someone standing on his docks, certainly, but you're not sure if the surprise is specific to you or Hollus beyond that. So it's not like "Hollus, I thought you were dead!" or anything.
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[daedalus@theworld.co]

Brother Causarius leans towards Locutus and says quietly:

we might generate more interest if you gave Garcus a quick synopsis

GM:
[sblock]As I say this, my eyes dart in the direction of the Spires. My voice is low, but not so low that Garcus can't hear me[/sblock]

 

[ericpat]

Garcus' head inclines slightly to one side. "Indeed. I am always interested such matters of commerce. I would be glad to convey your message to Krolis and the other notables who may be at this meeting."

"No doubt you've heard the tales of this past iceberry harvest. We are from the Monastery of the Quiet Waters. We are planning an expedition to investigate how much of the rumors are true. Since the landing site's docks were destroyed, we need to find a new location that we can use to make landfall. That is why we have come to talk to you and the others. Your village controls an excellent landing site, and your docks make this location even better. We wish to negotiate the use of your beaches and docks."

Locutus reaches into the boat and takes out one of the axes. He presents it to Garcus.

"This axe is for you. As a thanks for considering our request, and for conveying it to the others."

 

[Greybar]

Garcus walks forward and accepts the axe from Locutus with a bow and a flourish of his free left hand. "In the very small way in which I can speak for us, I thank you and welcome you. I have heard of the harvest, and of your monastery. I am sure that we can come to an arrangement."

"This is great news, but I must be going. Please do enjoy the hospitality of the Cold Fire, and let Vanik know that you are my friends and that I'll be joining you."

He gives a smile and a nod to each of you, and makes ready to depart...