Tale of the Clueless - Chapter 1: On the Seas of Air [IC Thread]

[Nalfeshnee]

'Be peery though; i want double watches and you,' he turns to you, his hired guards, 'should join them. Best be ready than be in the dead book.'

 

[Ambrus]

Vor breathes a sigh of relief to see that he and his crew-mates were not going to be forced to defend themselves against a seemingly righteous enemy. "Thank the Behemoth..." The little dragon watches the two Martyrs cross the gangplank back to their vessel, mildly curious as to why such a conveyance is even necessary in plane where all could fly with but a mere thought.

The silver wyrm nods his understanding to the Captain in acknowledgment of his instructions. Vor stays perched on the gunwale as the two crews prepare to get their vessels back underway into the boundless blue. Turning to his companions he offers his thoughts. "Based on our Captain's testimony and their own recent behavior these Sons of Mercy seem like a respectable lot. Seems a shame that I hadn't heard about their faction in Sigil. I think it might be worth learning a bit more about our new neighbors and their beliefs. How better to learn what they might be planning then to join them? I think I'll drift over there and strike up a conversation." Vor offers one of his long saurian smiles as his twin crests rise up to reflect his good mood.[sblock=Nelfashnee]If there aren't any objections to his proposal, Vor will wait until both ships are back underway and then drift casually towards the other vessel to fly parallel to its course. If possible, he'll try to strike up a conversation with Kergal. "Ahoy there! Please pardon me if it's inappropriate for me to address you as such, but it seems that since we're going to be neighbors for the next little while I thought I might introduce myself. I'm Vorastrix ux Bahamuti, fintir charir darastrix Drachenflagrion, though you can call me 'Vor' if you prefer. I'm not yet familiar with the Sons of Mercy nor your beliefs. Might I bother you to tell me more about your faction?"[/sblock]

 

[Nalfeshnee]

[sblock=Vorastrix]Beni cautions you before you leave. 'Be peery though and make sure they know you are not spying on them or planning on planting a chiv in their backs.'

On the other ship, a silent alarm is raised, though when it becomes obvious that you are making no hostile gestures or attempt to sneak aboard, they calm down somewhat - though keep their gazes peery.

Kergal listens to you introductio nand nods, his expression just manageing to hide his surprise - probably at speaking with such a creature. Whatever his thoughts, he is polite and does not aske anything about you, instead answering everything you ask him in as thurough a manner as possible. though he does stray away from personal questions, veering the subject back to the ship, his faction, and background with the Hammer.

OOC: further info about the Sons of Mercy can be found here under the faction chapter[/sblock]

 

[Eva of Sirrion]

Mir joins Vor on his way over. She didn't like the thought of leaving the ship unguarded and walking into a potential trap, but the captain's order were specific.

[sblock=nalfeshnee]Mir nods her acknowledgement of the captain's final instructions and follows him over. She introduces herself after Vor. I am Mironallia, priestess of Mishakal. She says with a bow. Are any of your crew in need of medical attention? I am a skilled healer and we have another aboard our vessel if needed.[/sblock]

 

[Nalfeshnee]

[sblock=Mir]The captain bows low, 'We thank your benevolence, though we have out own healers, and we have been... fortunate enough to not encounter anything in our travels.'

'We thak you for your diplomacy, but the ship needs someone to captain her. If you do nt mind.' he says, moving swiftly away. In his place moves Liomann,'Was there anything else you wanted?'

You can read Vor's sblock in the previous post, though im sure you have already [/sblock]

 

[Ambrus]

Vor welcomes Mir's company on the wing as they both converse at length with the crew aboard the Martyred Justice. They all seem to have found a topic of mutual interest to discuss with High-Factor and Captain Kergal as he continues speaking with the airborne companions before handing the pair to his half-brother Liomann.[sblock=Nalfeshnee & Eva]Although Vor is curious to get a better look at the Matyrs' vessel he'll only give it a cursory look-over as Kergal speaks, as long as the crew aren't doing something alarming like preparing themselves or the ship for combat. Vor is genuinely interested in the high-factor's description of his faction, becoming more and more enthused as the conversation develops. He's particularly grateful for the Captain's time and willingness to answer all his questions. The Sons of Mercy seem to have a philosophy which meshes better with Vor's own outlook; at least much better than any other faction the little dragon had learned of in Sigil.

When Liomann takes over for Kergal Vor is content to continue the conversation if possible; asking about the faction's presence in Sigil, if any, as well as the faction's membership requirements and procedures. Vor is also curious to learn more about the Outlands tyrant they seek to stop along with the various crimes he's accused of; any additional information is welcome.

The writeup of the Sons of Mercy was very helpful Nalfeshnee, though how does it differ if this campaign is based before the faction war? Also, although Vor is enthusiastic about learning about the Martyrs, he's a little suspicious that these people might be otherwise then they claim. Consequently Vor is trying his best to discern whether these people honestly believe the propaganda and story they're telling him (Sense Motive +3)[/sblock]

 

[Nalfeshnee]

OOC: time for embarassment. i had written this adventure quite a while back (pre 3.5) and was sure it was based before the faction war. Since beginning the adventure i have realised this and was wondering what to do. i had already posted the conversations involving the Martyrs when i noticed this, so it was too difficult to retroactively change it, so what im opting for is a faction schism before the factio war, which split the Mercykillers in two, which would, in the futire help the faction war come around. hope no one minds the abackground change, though it does raise some interesting questions which i am seeing to incorporate into the campaign

[sblock=Vor and Mir]You both digest the story with little if any cynicism, perhaps oping that some good truly does exist in the planes - after what youve seen of sigil it is all too easy to accept the planes as neutral and uncaring of anything. while true in a great sense(especially in certain planes) it is good to hear of such a group of people.[/sblock]

 

[Gli'jar]

Terrathoin moves to rejoin the others watching the two factors board their ship. He begins shaking his head, "Take the weapon by force, rectify for wasted time, cannot be tolerated" He spits towards the ship, "Self righteous sods. I tell you, someone gonna be getting more than their legs cut out one of these days. Ain't saying I be the one who does it but you keep treating a berk without respect like that and you ain't gonna be in no good shape for long."

 

[Nalfeshnee]

Derrick looks kniwingly to Terrathoin and nods. 'Just make sure they don't hear you spewing those words from your bonebox. They wont be too pleased!' he grins, exposing faintly stained teeth. 'I think maybe its time we had that whiskey, hmm? tell yer mates, and meet us below deck tonight. not that that means much out here.'

Tonight would be about 3-4 hours away by your reckoning

 

[Saloric Windrunner]

Shakes head sadly, "If someone was killing my kin and I knew of a weapon that could stop him; I'd be pretty desperate to get it also. In fact I think they gave up to easy. As sure as there is iron under the mountain they are going to try something."

Thrumgall smiles over to Derrick "I agree nothing like a good shot of whiskey to calm the nerves and raise spirits."