Silverymoon Campaign - IC

[Thanee]

Willow, female wood elf druid

Willow had found peaceful refreshment in her Reverie that night, dreaming of the dragon and the task that was appointed to her. When the attendant arrived, she was already awake for some hours, her people don't need as much time to refresh their ageless bodies and minds as the humans and other races.

When Alustriel spoke, she remained silent, and as the dragon's image appeared to name their task, her eyes wandered around her companions standing nearby, watching their reactions to what was being said.

Later when Alustriel asked for what might be needed, Willow speaks up: “I have once met a traveler from a distant land on my journey. He wore a cloak, that kept him warm and could provide him with refreshment and nourishment, whenever he needed it. Maybe you could provide us with such cloaks, they could aid us greatly on our quest to the unknown.”



OOC: Travel Cloak from Magic of Faerûn.

“As for a cover story,” the young elf looks around, into the faces of her companions, “what would be more believable, than a group of adventurers looking for treasure? I heard there are plenty such groups underway in these lands. We should hide these bracers under our clothing, if like you say, there will be others trying to find and hinder us.”

 

[Erekose13]

Silestrea Morand, half-elf sorceress

Silestrea waits patiently while everyone asks their questions. She tries to think of what other supplies they might need, while replaying their encounter with the dragon over in her head. It seemed too big, too powerful, how could they ever accomplish something that would entertain a creature like that. The dragon, the lady, and now their quest, everything seems far too overwhelming. She had never imagined that things would spiral so out of her control. Looking once more to the High Lady as she speaks to everyone confident and calm, Silestrea centers herself. Just concentrate... take strength from Alustriel... if she can be calm in this then so will I.

"I know a little of the lands in this area. The North is a frontier; this city, the Gem of the North, is the only one like it here. But the other members of the Silver Marches provide stength in the wild. I think we should start our journey into the wilds from Sundabar. The knights provide support along the roads and they should be safe. For supplies, certainly a wagon and food and camping equipment for a lengthly period of time. We should also prepare some protection from the weather. The winters here are long and hard, especially outside the city walls."

 

[Manzanita]

Dain - dwarven ranger

"Aye, I know something of mountains, though I too, have grown up in a city. Let's retire to a more private place and look at the maps in detail. Old man, perhaps you could accompany us. For in truth, I don't understand exactly where we are going, nor what we would do when we get there Are we even sure we want to deliver a powerful artifact to this dragon. Who's to say he will really spare the city if he gets it ."

Dain would like a spot on the map as a destination if possible.

 

[Thanee]

Willow, female wood elf druid

Willow turns to the old man, who seems to be a quite knowledgeable historian. “Maybe you could tell us a few stories about this dragon? A creature of this immense power and what it has done in the past must be known to you for sure...”

OOC: Will I ever remember to put my character name/race/class into the subject line before posting...

 

[Breezly]

Alustriel to Fizzi

Fizzlewikk waits for his turn to speak and asks "Pardon if I may old man, but might I ask your name? You seem very knowledged in this DragonStone. You speak of this man that was the last to touch the DragonStone saying that he as well has perished, how do you suggest that we gain his knowledge from him?"

"Eh? I am no one of consequence. An old archivist that has spent too much time with his head in his books. Knowledge can be found in the strangest of places." The man replies.

Fizzi listens as Lady Alustriel speaks of the Nether Mountains. "M'lady, you speak of the mountains and the road that runs between here and Sundabar. Might I ask how "safe" these roads are, and about how long travel would be between here and Sundabar? Is the road wide enough to accomadate a wagon drawn by horses or mules? As an alternative route, how long would it take for us to reach Sundabar by booking passage among a ship travelling the River Rauvin? This might be a faster and safer route?"

Fizziwikk stops to think for a moment..

Alustriel answer Fizzi, "The roads between Silverymoon are patrolled by the Knights in Silver and the Argent Legion. They are well protected. The River Rauvin will take you south in a round about way before heading back towards Sundabar. Either way could be dangerous given your errand. I suggest you decide what is best for your group."

 

[Breezly]

Alustriel to Willow

Later when Alustriel asked for what might be needed, Willow speaks up: “I have once met a traveler from a distant land on my journey. He wore a cloak, that kept him warm and could provide him with refreshment and nourishment, whenever he needed it. Maybe you could provide us with such cloaks, they could aid us greatly on our quest to the unknown.”

Alustriel shakes her head, 'Nay, we do not have those to spare. The ones I do know of are not for me to give out. I am afraid that I cannot help you there."

 

[Breezly]

Old man to Dain

"Aye, I know something of mountains, though I too, have grown up in a city. Let's retire to a more private place and look at the maps in detail. Old man, perhaps you could accompany us. For in truth, I don't understand exactly where we are going, nor what we would do when we get there Are we even sure we want to deliver a powerful artifact to this dragon. Who's to say he will really spare the city if he gets it ."

Dain would like a spot on the map as a destination if possible.

The old man nods his agreement. "Yes, yes. I think I can prepare something such as you request. Let me go back to my books and prepare a map for you. That at least will put you on the right path. I do not know what you will find once you arrive. It is all I know of the DragonStone. In the hands of a dragon it could be a dire thing indeed. But, let us think on this while you search for it."

 

[Breezly]

Old man to Willow

Willow turns to the old man, who seems to be a quite knowledgeable historian. “Maybe you could tell us a few stories about this dragon? A creature of this immense power and what it has done in the past must be known to you for sure...”

Before turing to leave, the old man hears the question from Willow. "Now that is an interesting question. No one has heard of this dragon. His name is not on any record that we keep in Silverymoon. He is ancient indeed and as you say, should have some mention. But he does not. Fear not friend Willow, for that in and of itself may be an aid for us. We shall keep looking."

 

[Thanee]

Willow, female wood elf druid

Willow smiles and nods to the old man. “Thank you, that's exactly what I expected.”

 

[WonkaMania]

Fizzlewikk Schlickenbahb - Halfling Rogue

Fizzlewikk listens as the old man responds to him..

"Eh? I am no one of consequence. An old archivist that has spent too much time with his head in his books. Knowledge can be found in the strangest of places." The man replies.

Fizziwikk nods his head in agreement but secretly wonders if he is telling the truth. (Fizziwikk would like to do a Sense Motive check on the old man about what he said)

Then smiling, the monk continues, "And I think we all know by now, that young Fizzlewikk knows much about all kinds of equipment."

"Spot on mate! 'ah know a little bit yes, but I think that we need to decide how we are going to get there, and just exactly where this tower is. As lady Alustriel had said, the road between Silverymoon and Sundabar is patrolled by both the Knights in Silver and the Argent Legion and are well protected. However, as mentioned by Tsoren, that is perhaps what anyone else might figured that is the path we would take. As I see it, we have a few options open to us, and most of it depends on the map the old man shall prepare for us. We could take the road straight to Sundabar and past it untill we clear the northern ridge of the Nether Mountains and then follow it along it's base to the south. This of course relies on the suppossed tower being along the outskirts of the Nether Mountain on it's eastern edge. This makes sense to me where it would be from what the old man said, as that would be the best place to "overlook" the desert. Another option would be to travel by river from Silverymoon to Sundabar and then head out from there." Fizzi pauses for a moment so as not to ramble on.

"As to how to disguise ourselves? Well it's going to be a bit hard with these green bracers on our right arms. I'm sure we do not wish to anger Garlyntraxil by covering them up, but how shall we go "unrecognized" by Silverymoon's enemies? Willow makes a good suggestion that we are but a band of adventurers setting out looking for riches. I myself like the idea that we could pose as a band of travelling merchants. Getting one of those covered merchant wagons would be a great way to hide our numbers, provide a warmer place to sleep, and it would be defensible if there are window slots in it. Why, perhaps Lady Alustriel could even provide us with one of those Gnomish battle versions!" He winks at Lady Alustriel. "The problem with that is, at some point it might have to get left behind if we have to do some mountain climbing. This perhaps wouldn't be that bad of a thing though, it would provide us with what we need to get there, hauling the first part of the journey's food and such without tiring us out by making us carry it."

"On the other hand, a wagon is big and noticeable, and pack animals by themselves would be faster and more easily hideable. We could equip the mounts with saddlebags to carry our equipment and I think things would be fine that way. If we went with just the mounts I think that they could use some protection in the form of barding as well though, but lets keep it light so as not to encumber them and slow them down. If we went this route I would personally prefer to have a Riding Dog mount with chain shirt barding.

Fizziwikk stops and looks to Lady Alustriel. "M'lady, you have said that you shall provision us for our journey? Would the things that I have talked about above be possible? Let me come up a list of items I think we would need in addition to what I've already described.."