Shades of Netheril (Forgotten Realms) (268)

"Aye," begins Arcanra, "you would do well to remember that we elves have vanquished far more potent foes in our lifetimes than you have in the existence of your young race. My friends here and I had slight trouble with this man. Once Alexander's sword found it's mark, this Servant of Shar was no match. I think that you overestimate Shar's followers. They are weak in a direct confrontation with those who follow the right path. They tend to use deception and stealth. We engaged him in an honorable fight, and he lost."
 

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Jorman slowly lowers the sceptre. "I'm sorry if i've falsely accused you, but you have no idea of the nature of the symbol you bear. Normally, a holy symbol of Shar would be a thing to avoid, but this one is even more so. It carries dweamors of the shadow-weave. Only the most powerful and evil of mages dare tamper with the shadow-weave. It is hard to believe that you slew the bearer of this item, but with Brennan aiding you, it just might have been possible. I must warn you though, if anyone capable of using the shadow-weave is after this item, it must be kept in safe hands. Again, I will pay you handsomely, 5000 gold pieces and 200 platinum for the sceptre." With that he reluctantly puts the sceptre down on the table.
 

Alexander smiles now that the situation is over, and returns his sword to it's usual place on his back. "No offense has been taken by me, good sir. I am just glad that this did not come to violence." Gesturing towards the symbol of shar "With such evil around, good people must strive to work together, more than ever. I cannot speak for the whole group, but I beleive this price to be acceptable... Might you also tell us what you learnt of the other items you examined?"
 



"I agree with the others, I have no use for the Sceptre and the money would definately be nice. I would like to know more about this 'shadow weave' however. It sounds rather like our potential foes will for sure keep themselves in the shadows."
 

'Aye, I know little of the Shadow Weave, any help would be greatly appreciated.'
Taking a seat (on the floor if need be)Jasper takes out his pipe and begins rummaging for his tobacco in one of his pouches.
'You wouldn't have any tea would ya? The trail was a bit dry and all.'
 

"Cormyr thanks you for your genorisity. This will not soon be forgotten." With this, Jorman reaches into a pocket, and removes a flawless diamond and a large pouch. "This diamond is worth a small amount more than three thousand gold pieces, and in this pouch is your two hundred platinum pieces. If you come back tomorrow, i should have your additional two thousand gold pieces. As for the items, the disc, is a chakram enchanted to return when thrown, it also contains an enchantment that sharpens it's blade so as to be more fatal of a weapon. This next item, [he indicates the holy symbol of Shar] can be used by no one in this room." Jorman stops for a second, and makes several contemplative noises. "Since, you have only one cleric present, and I doubt even your mages or completely up to date on the histroy of the Art, I believe I will have to start at the beginning. Before there was Toril, or any of the Gods, there was Ao, overlord of the God's, and two lesser dieties, Shar, and Selune. Shar and Selune warred constantly, and their battles created many of the things we know today. During Shar and Selune's war, Selune wanted to end the war once and for all. Selune took the essance of magic out of her body and used it as a weapon against Shar, grieviously injuring her, and creating Mystryl, mother of Mystra. As we all know, Mystryl created magic, and when reincarnated as Mystra after the fall of Netheril, adapted it to it is as we know it. Now Shar, for reasons unknown to mortals, created her own version of the weave, and now, her own followers can use this 'shadow weave'. Unfortunately for those that use the weave, the magic of the shadow weave is hard to identify and counter. The shadow weave is also unusable by all but those who follow Shar. Worst of all though, after the fall of Netheril, Mystra eliminated the most powerful of spells so as not to tempt mortals to seek divinity or other impossibilities. Shar places no such restrictions on her followers. Users of the shadow weave could possibly ascend to have enough power to challenge the very dieties themselves. This item, although of only minor power, is of the shadow weave. Any who is not a devoted follower of Shar that attempts to use it, will take severe damage to their sanity and soul." Jorman pauses.
"Now, if you wish to purchase any magic, you have a good amount of money, and my store is well stocked. If you wish to rest after your long journey, I can send you a .... guide.... to the local inn."
 

Sul'Dan's Shopping List

"I suggest we use the diamond to purchase magical supplies from Jorman's shop. Potions would be a wise investment for us all - such as those that conceal you from sight, or increase your strength or speed. We should also consider purchasing some kind of healing devices, if they are available here or elsewhere in the city."

(OOC: I think we should keep the platinum as cash. There are 5 of us, I believe, so that is 40 each. We'd have to exchange the diamond to cash to use it anywhere else, so I suggest spending it here - 600 GP worth each. When we get the rest of the money, we should find a temple and buy healing items.

If my maths is right, then my share should be just enough for me to get a wand of magic missile at 1st level. I'll ask for that as a first choice, though it will take 30 of my platinum to make up the full price.

When buying healing items, I'd suggest we get a wand of cure light wounds and ten potions - two each. Assuming we can get all that for normal cost, we'd still have another 100 gp each left over.

Anyone else got any thoughts?)
 

Alexander listens to the story with interest, then to his comrades as they speak of how to spend their newfound wealth.
"I think that is a most excellent idea!" He turns to Jorman "May I browse your supplies, good sir?"

OOC: If the diamond's worth 3000, there's 200 platinum, and 2000 more gold tommorow, that's a total GP value of 6000. Divided 5 ways is 1200 GP each. Now I'ld say we should make 6 shares instead of 5, 1 share for each of us, and another share for the "party", to be used on healing, identifying, and the like. That would mean 1000 GP each (After we sell the diamond and get tommorows cash), and 1000 for healing/etc.
 

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