Strahd's "The lost Caverns of Tsojcanth" CLOSED
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Strahd_Von_Zarovich
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The dwarf Encampment
[sblock=Keldar and Garon Spot checks]
You barley notice but you spot a slight movement of shadowy figures, could be dwarves behind large rocks and trees down the ridge, from both sides. After a few seconds they disappear from sight and vanish in the darkness of the twilight.
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Gorash leads the way along the road, up ahead, down the right and left slope you see earth colored camouflaged tents. flutter in the wind up above you see several brown and yellow banners, stout Yaks, gathered in a far corner of a big camp, feed themselves with the green grass that grows beneath the snow, a guarded wagon hold a steel cage which few hobgoblins can be seen inside, their screams and shouts swallowed in sound of the mob, small camp fires scattered around a large bonfire, the smell of grilled pork and broiled beef fills the air, low toned but strong bass song , shouts, hums, cheers and drum's blow are coming from the throats of aprox. 100 dwarves that sits around the bonfire. It seems to be more wagons carrying ale and spirit than weapon wagons. 8 dwarves make their way toward you, far enough from the camp so a conversation with high voices can be established.
Hail Humans of Far land.
Says in brutish common a sturdy and red haired dwarf with scars and armor that surely seen better days, he nods to Turo, turns to Gorash and says in dwarven
[sblock=Dwarven tongue for those who understands]
State your business Hill one and grant safe passage
Gorash bows slightly from above his horse.
Those are travelers from the aligned human nations who seek adventure, fortune and glory. I guide them to the northern part of the Yatils, we have no requests but safe passage through you lands.
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The mountain dwarf eye you each at a time, from the well armored Garon and Maor to light armored Keldar, he nods slightly to the gnome priest and raise an eyebrow at Allyra and Elliyad.
[sblock=Dwarven tongue for those who understands]
Mages?!
He says and turns to Gorash.
Yes, abyssal summoners, but they mean no harm to the safety of your people, not that anything can threaten you sir. [/sblock]
The dwarf turns his look again to the spell casters but keeps saying to Gorash.
[sblock=Dwarven tongue for those who understands]
They will be watched closely during the night, take care, your night will be safe, if the others except those two wish to trade for food and weapons they are welcome to approach the camp.[/sblock]
Gorash nods to the dwarf.
I thank you kind lieutenant, may the stone it self bless your kind.
He then turns to you when the dwarves turn to leave
If you desire in trading crafts and food with the glorious mountain dwellers you can stay here, except you two.
He says to Elliyad and Allyra and shrugs.
We'll camp along the road, beside the large rock over there. We can sleep well tonight, dwarven eyes will be on guard.
He points to a huge boulder that seems to rest for ages beside the road, the side that face the road is blackened from previous camps.
[sblock=Steve Gorak] I just noticed that you didn't wrought known kanguages in your sheet.
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[sblock=Keldar and Garon Spot checks]
You barley notice but you spot a slight movement of shadowy figures, could be dwarves behind large rocks and trees down the ridge, from both sides. After a few seconds they disappear from sight and vanish in the darkness of the twilight.
[/sblock]
Gorash leads the way along the road, up ahead, down the right and left slope you see earth colored camouflaged tents. flutter in the wind up above you see several brown and yellow banners, stout Yaks, gathered in a far corner of a big camp, feed themselves with the green grass that grows beneath the snow, a guarded wagon hold a steel cage which few hobgoblins can be seen inside, their screams and shouts swallowed in sound of the mob, small camp fires scattered around a large bonfire, the smell of grilled pork and broiled beef fills the air, low toned but strong bass song , shouts, hums, cheers and drum's blow are coming from the throats of aprox. 100 dwarves that sits around the bonfire. It seems to be more wagons carrying ale and spirit than weapon wagons. 8 dwarves make their way toward you, far enough from the camp so a conversation with high voices can be established.
Hail Humans of Far land.
Says in brutish common a sturdy and red haired dwarf with scars and armor that surely seen better days, he nods to Turo, turns to Gorash and says in dwarven
[sblock=Dwarven tongue for those who understands]
State your business Hill one and grant safe passage
Gorash bows slightly from above his horse.
Those are travelers from the aligned human nations who seek adventure, fortune and glory. I guide them to the northern part of the Yatils, we have no requests but safe passage through you lands.
[/sblock]
The mountain dwarf eye you each at a time, from the well armored Garon and Maor to light armored Keldar, he nods slightly to the gnome priest and raise an eyebrow at Allyra and Elliyad.
[sblock=Dwarven tongue for those who understands]
Mages?!
He says and turns to Gorash.
Yes, abyssal summoners, but they mean no harm to the safety of your people, not that anything can threaten you sir. [/sblock]
The dwarf turns his look again to the spell casters but keeps saying to Gorash.
[sblock=Dwarven tongue for those who understands]
They will be watched closely during the night, take care, your night will be safe, if the others except those two wish to trade for food and weapons they are welcome to approach the camp.[/sblock]
Gorash nods to the dwarf.
I thank you kind lieutenant, may the stone it self bless your kind.
He then turns to you when the dwarves turn to leave
If you desire in trading crafts and food with the glorious mountain dwellers you can stay here, except you two.
He says to Elliyad and Allyra and shrugs.
We'll camp along the road, beside the large rock over there. We can sleep well tonight, dwarven eyes will be on guard.
He points to a huge boulder that seems to rest for ages beside the road, the side that face the road is blackened from previous camps.
[sblock=Steve Gorak] I just noticed that you didn't wrought known kanguages in your sheet.
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Thanee
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Allyra
“Great, but I'm curious... what are they doing here? Looks like they have gathered a small army here. Maybe there is more trouble ahead, then we were expecting? Also, maybe some of us could gather some news from them...” Allyra looks to Turo and Gorash especially.
“But once again, I'm glad we have you with us, Gorash. I'm just wondering, what is it, that has burned your people so badly, that they show such a great distrust towards mages?”
“Great, but I'm curious... what are they doing here? Looks like they have gathered a small army here. Maybe there is more trouble ahead, then we were expecting? Also, maybe some of us could gather some news from them...” Allyra looks to Turo and Gorash especially.
“But once again, I'm glad we have you with us, Gorash. I'm just wondering, what is it, that has burned your people so badly, that they show such a great distrust towards mages?”
Strahd_Von_Zarovich
First Post
Gorash the lonesome
Gorash nods to Allyra and Stops a wandering drunken dwarf.
[sblock=Dwarven tongue for those who understands]
What with the army mate?
The dwarf look at you with red eyes and stupid smile spreads on his face.
Burp! We're goin to nock the Hob's shorty, Ha haaa.
He takes a swig from his bottle and scatters off.
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It seems they are on the hunt, Hobgoblins hunt.
He says and laughs to himself.
We just don't trust magic lady, arcane is evil by nature, divine is by choice and those dwarves who choose arcane are exiles or cursed Duargers, got it ?!
Thanee said:
Gorash nods to Allyra and Stops a wandering drunken dwarf.
[sblock=Dwarven tongue for those who understands]
What with the army mate?
The dwarf look at you with red eyes and stupid smile spreads on his face.
Burp! We're goin to nock the Hob's shorty, Ha haaa.
He takes a swig from his bottle and scatters off.
[/sblock]
It seems they are on the hunt, Hobgoblins hunt.
He says and laughs to himself.
We just don't trust magic lady, arcane is evil by nature, divine is by choice and those dwarves who choose arcane are exiles or cursed Duargers, got it ?!
Thanee
First Post
Allyra
“Then you are mistaken, arcane magic is one of the most neutral forces in the whole universe. But I guess it would go too far to explain this to you, and considering what is known about dwarven stubbornness, it would be a rather fruitless discussion also, so I will just have to respect your antipathy towards true magic, and your fear about what it is capable of.”
“Then you are mistaken, arcane magic is one of the most neutral forces in the whole universe. But I guess it would go too far to explain this to you, and considering what is known about dwarven stubbornness, it would be a rather fruitless discussion also, so I will just have to respect your antipathy towards true magic, and your fear about what it is capable of.”
Steve Gorak
Adventurer
Strahd_Von_Zarovich said:
OCC:
I updated my character sheet. Unless there is something more fitting (and that you recommended), I took Darven and elven as languages. If humans have a host of languages, It may be more appropriate to use those, but I lack familiarity with available options.
Keldar will go to the Dwarven camp to listed to stories, and see if there are interesting deals.
He'll drink some ale, but with moderation (there is no point challenging a drarf to a drinking contest). He'll talk about the encounter with the Ogres, to warn any of his nely found buddies. Essentially, he's scouting for information and just trying to have a good time.
Yair
Community Supporter
"This attitude towards arcane magic is not just Dwarven. I find it very foolish. Rest assured that I do not blame Atesh's fall on his arcane arts; I've heared of a fair number of fallen paladins. Arcane magic is a tool, and like a sword can be used for good or evil."
Maor stands with legs spread, his hand casually resting on his sword's hilt, his eyes canvassing the dwarven encampment. "Well, let's put our stuff in for the night, shall we?" He leads his horse to their alloted location, and unpacks his gear.
When their camp is set, Maor will take a short trip around the camp, using his detect evil to scan it, the hobgoblins, and the soroundings.
OOC: Cast detect evil
Maor stands with legs spread, his hand casually resting on his sword's hilt, his eyes canvassing the dwarven encampment. "Well, let's put our stuff in for the night, shall we?" He leads his horse to their alloted location, and unpacks his gear.
When their camp is set, Maor will take a short trip around the camp, using his detect evil to scan it, the hobgoblins, and the soroundings.
OOC: Cast detect evil
Boddynock
First Post
"Fagh! Such an attitude is both short-sighted and foolish in the extreme. By it they deny themselves all benefits of arcane greatness. Still, who am I to criticize our hosts? So long as they are not themselves evil, I will respect their wishes."
Eliyyad grumbles as he turns away, "Still, Zariq, I find their hospitality less than legendary!"
Zariq says nothing - beyond a sizzling crackle as he follows his master to their campsite.
Eliyyad grumbles as he turns away, "Still, Zariq, I find their hospitality less than legendary!"
Zariq says nothing - beyond a sizzling crackle as he follows his master to their campsite.
Strahd_Von_Zarovich
First Post
The Mountain Dwarves.
You prepare your camp and those of you who remain (Allyra, Turo, Elliyad, Gorash, Garon) sit around the fire and enjoy the very tasty food Gorash brought from the dwarves, although the food is a little spicy, it smells good and high quality.
Wandering around the camp, Maor is being driven off from most of the parts, from the big tent of the leader and the lieutenant's tents and the supply wagons.
[sblock=Maor's Detect Evil]
You feel no Evil from the earth dwellers, but waves of evil thoughts can be sensed from the captive Hobgoblins who curse you and spits when you get near.
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Keldar is driven off from the main gathering of dwarves as well, knowing the languages of the stout race your hears learn that they battled Hobgoblins raiders on the way and they are going to raid a local tribe of Hobgoblins that nested somewhere within the mountains to the west.
Private and battle stories, some dwarven Jokes (which you find not amusing at all), jokes on Elves, Giants and goblins (Which are somewhat amusing) and mainly songs who adore themselves.
You drank ale, no one noticed you even took, but they don’t get into conversation with you over the ogres you killed, it just don’t interesting enough.
OOC: If weapons and armor you desire, you can but MW dwarven made weapons and MW armor. And for the right price you can even get rare Adamantine. If you want to buy something, tell me or I'll proceed to the next day.
You prepare your camp and those of you who remain (Allyra, Turo, Elliyad, Gorash, Garon) sit around the fire and enjoy the very tasty food Gorash brought from the dwarves, although the food is a little spicy, it smells good and high quality.
Wandering around the camp, Maor is being driven off from most of the parts, from the big tent of the leader and the lieutenant's tents and the supply wagons.
[sblock=Maor's Detect Evil]
You feel no Evil from the earth dwellers, but waves of evil thoughts can be sensed from the captive Hobgoblins who curse you and spits when you get near.
[/sblock]
Keldar is driven off from the main gathering of dwarves as well, knowing the languages of the stout race your hears learn that they battled Hobgoblins raiders on the way and they are going to raid a local tribe of Hobgoblins that nested somewhere within the mountains to the west.
Private and battle stories, some dwarven Jokes (which you find not amusing at all), jokes on Elves, Giants and goblins (Which are somewhat amusing) and mainly songs who adore themselves.
You drank ale, no one noticed you even took, but they don’t get into conversation with you over the ogres you killed, it just don’t interesting enough.
OOC: If weapons and armor you desire, you can but MW dwarven made weapons and MW armor. And for the right price you can even get rare Adamantine. If you want to buy something, tell me or I'll proceed to the next day.
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