D&D 5E (2014) Storm King's Thunder

Charwoman Gene · May 1, 2017

"Well, are we lowering the drawbridge, yelling over the wall? What?"

industrygothica · May 1, 2017

Carolina retains her typical stoic visage, but readies her weapons for whatever lies on the other side of the drawbridge.

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Sorry for the unplanned absence. I think I'm back now...

seriousmoonlight · May 2, 2017

Torem, clearly a man of little patience, scurries up the opposite guard tower without even consulting any of you "Who the hell is out there and what do you want," he bellows.

The head rider lowers his hood and steers the horse a few steps forward. " My name is Xolkin Alassandar. My men and I are swords in the service of Daggerford," he explains with a gesture to the others.

"I have come here in search of my betrothed, Kella. She was staying at the inn and was supposed to reach Daggerford three days ago," Xolkin explains as the fear grows in his voice. "There was no one on duty when we arrived. Has something happened to your town?"

Xolkin rides a few stops closer. "Please let us in. I need to make sure she's okay."

Torem and Alara both look down to the party, clearly unsure of what to do next.

Charwoman Gene · May 2, 2017

"Let them in. But stay wary," Bethany says.

KahlessNestor · May 2, 2017

Nightstone
Evening
Round 0

Dren followed the others to the gate where the horsemen had just arrived. “They certainly announced themselves enough, when the did not need to,” he said, nodding to Bethany. “Let us see if we -- or they -- may be of assistance.”

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Kobold Stew · May 2, 2017

"This is interesting," thinks Tranio, who goes down to meet the horsemen, walking down the winding stair at the gate yet again.

He helps lower the drawbridge, and will inform the horsemen of the two waves of attackers, first the giants and then the goblins.

Charwoman Gene · May 2, 2017

"Three of us agree the drawbridge comes down. Any objections?" Bethany says, looking at the others.

KahlessNestor · May 4, 2017

Nightstone
Evening
Round 0

Dren shrugged. “Cannae well talk t’ ‘em wi’ it up,” he agreed. “An’ ain’t nae one ‘ere they c’n really ‘urt anymore, ‘cept us.”

After the drawbridge was lowered, the dwarven monk moved out halfway and rested his hands on his axes. “Tha’s far enough,” he called to the horsemen before they could step onto the bridge. “Ain’t nae one left ‘ere, friend,” Dren said sympathetically. “If yer gel’s still alive, she be wi’ th’other villagers, prob’ly at a cave nearby, or the goblins go’ ‘er. We were jus’ aboot t’ ‘ead up t’ the cave an’ see wot became o’ ‘em all.”

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seriousmoonlight · May 4, 2017

Xolkin and his riders eagerly cross the drawbridge, only to be halted by the Dwarf and Death Cleric.

They riders are skeptical of the cloud giant attack until Tranio points out the large boulders. Their doubt is replaced by shock and fear.

"Attacking innocent villagers from the sky. Filthy cowards," one bald rider remarks in disgust. "Has Lady Nandar sent word to Waterdeep of this? The entire Sword Coast is in danger."

Xolkin's mind is elsewhere. His gaze darting back and forth between the inn and the Dwarf blocking his way. "You swore you searched the entire tavern," he asks desperately. " Would you please check again. I'll do it if you want. My men will wait on the bridge," he pleads. "I give my word."

Kobold Stew · May 4, 2017

"Velrosa Nandar has not survived the attack," says Tranio straightforwardly. "I am sorry to give you that news. I doubt that any warning has been sent, and we lack the ability to travel with the speed of your horse."