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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Greyhawk" data-source="post: 3669091" data-attributes="member: 40355">The fellowship is formedTwo travellers tread the road up the mountain slope towards the city of Cauldron.  As they go they talk."Well, Giacomo," says Mercy, an attractive lady, still in the first bloom of youth "I'm glad to be away from that cave in that rainy place.  It's a shame that wizard didn't travel with us. I think he might have found this place interesting, and the weather is much more pleasant. If a little humid. Let's see if we can find a nice clean inn to stay in" and looks at the road ahead to see if any locals can give directions to a good clean inn. She will emphasise the need for it to be nice, And clean, she thinks.A character sits in a shady area by the path reading a book.... he looks engrossed in whatever he is reading, and apparently oblivious to his surroundings... he is deep in thought, trying to decide what career this elf should take.  The man, Sorendal Nailo by name thinks to himself "Hmmm, wizard ... it could only be wizard, I dont know why I ever consider a change, it wouldn't really suit... "would it mate..?" he says out load to what would appear to be his jacket pocket "Sstill, itss nice to keep our optionss open innit bud " he says with a smile.  He casually looks around at the view and notices a couple of people in the distance heading down the dusty path towards him..."Well my lovely lady" states a Handsome fellow replies Giacomo to Mercy (although he appears not to have listened to a word of her remarks) as he sweeps up with a dashing flourish and then clasps Mercy's hand firmly and raises it to his lips, planting a delicate kiss upon it. " It is a considerable pleasure to make you lovely acquaintance once more. " He stated with a twinkle in his clear blues eyes.  "Giacomo Giralemo Novocastria at your ever so lovely service." He added with a sweeping bow.On the path behind them a small figure slowly toils up the slope, what he lacks in speed he regains in dogged determination to find sustenance and shelter before the day is done. I really must start a diary to record events says a diminutive figure to himself.  And if I meet with others they will surely keep my glass topped up and the occasional fill of weed for my exceedingly small pipe..."Hello there fellow travellers" beams the Gnome as he spots other travellers on the road "My name is Talwin and it would be an honour to have your company and protection""Greetings Talwin" says Giacomo, eying the gnome "You seem like a sterling fellow. It's a pleasure to make your acquaintance. Allow me to introduce the good Lady Mercy. A beauty of renown and a file Swordwoman to-boot. I my self am Giacomo Giralemo Novocastria at your service"The disparate figures journey onward, pleased for the companionship that the others offer.  Before dark the reach the rim of the crater that houses the great city of Cauldron and quickly descend into the thronged streets, selecting an Inn that meets the Lady Mercy's high standards for cleanliness."Bar keep. A drink for my diminutive friend here." Giacomo calls to the barman."Greeting Lady mercy and Lord Giacomo, its so good to meet you, and thanks for the drink"Col, the Halfling wizard enters the bar somewhat later and looking very hot and dusty "Did I hear someone offering drinks" he enquires "I must admit that after a hard days travel my throat does become very parched and my tum begins to rumble so" he gives the others a cheerful smile, sits down and lights up a pipe stuffed with fragrant pipeweed "I trust none objects?" he asks rather belatedly.He turns to Talwin and gives him a wink.  "Nice to meet someone of a reasonable size.  These tall-folk are difficult to talk to without craning you neck, or standing on a table.  This seems an interesting place" he adds "I expect that you are longing to see Diamond mines?  They sound a lot more interesting than the Obsidian ones, although my pleasure will be the excellent coffee that they are reputed to brew.  What do you think?  You don't talk a lot do you, what is your craft?  Personally I'm a student of the many mysteries of magic …" he pauses "Many Mysteries of Magic!" he exclaims "Perhaps that would make a good song title?""Oh yes I would love to see the mines," says Talwin, as the Halfling pauses for breath "All those lovely sparkly diamonds, my that would be fun.  But not on an empty stomach, I am keen to see what delights this place has on the menu.  Magic, that must be very interesting, I myself am better with scouting, locks that kind of thing""That's nice, a gnome scout!" exclaims Col "Do your best and things like that.  I'm hoping that they'll offer tours of the mines, so we can see for ourselves.  Properly supervised of course!"  he stops and thinks "Actually you are 100% correct my new friend, I am VERY hungry, I wonder what this place has to offer..."Talwin grins "I fancy a nice big pork chop with new potatoes, crispy crackling, lots of Veg, a large mug of frothy ale to wash it all down, and make room for a roasted chicken"Mercy extends a hand to Talwin and to Col. "Greetings Sirs, it is a pleasure to meet you both." She looks eagerly around the small group. "So what brings you all to this city?""Thank you!" says Col gazing skyward and giving a low bow "Col Honeyfeet at you service, Miss or is it Marm?""Please, I prefer for friends and colleagues to just call me Mercy.  As for my foes, I care not whether they are calling for "Mercy" or for a "Miss" . They are unlikely to get either"Col laughs appreciating the joke, she seems quite nice, but huge of courseSilas walks in, without looking around he walks straight to the barkeep, "Excuse me kind sir, could I please get a mug of plain water" he asks in a well spoken and quiet tone.  He glances around the room and with a smile nods to the small group of people (or is that group of small people) gathered at the tableGiacomo, looks at the halfling "Well met Col. You seem like a delightful fellow. And a learned chap as well, I am impressed. And I would not let a chap's diminutive nature effect my opinions of a fellow. For indeed if you are genius of small stature that can only mean you are twice as clever as a fellow of human size. Is that not so?"The handsome human looks over that the new comer Silas " I say"  he adds flicking his fingers in the air as if summoning a waiter. " I say you there. Good fellow. Why do you not bring your mug over here and join us?  And Talwin dear chap. Why don't you join us too? Can I presume that by your jaunty swagger, leather armour and standard issue thieves tool pouch at your belt that you are a fellow of roguish nature? Have you ever heard of the Olidammara?"Mercy stands and pulls up two more chairs to the table. 'Mmmm, she thinks, wouldn't it be great if we could find another fighter? would help balance the team'."I would prefer not be thought of as a thief or rogue," says talwin affronted "More a scout after all I have never stolen anything before and do not intend to start"Mercy hums a tune to herself, then starts to sing under her breath  "I need a hero, holding out for a hero til the end of the night. He's got to be good and he's got to be strong and he's got to be fresh from the fight....Oh, and he's got to be clean and polite as well".  She smiles broadly at the characters gathered around the table. "Shall we get something to eat? Sounds like some of us are pretty hungry..""I am always hungry," agrees Talwin "A menu if you would be so kind barman please""I bid you good evening gentlefolk" says Silas nodding at Glacomo as he takes a seat at the table. Smiling he nods to Mercy "I can at least promise to be polite, the rest will have to live up to your other recommendations" Holding out his hand to the table Silas says "My name is Silas, I have travelled here from a monastery south of Hollowsky. You know how it is become a monk then head out on a pilgrimage etc etc""Greetings Silas," says Talwin with a broad smile "Pull up a chair we are just about to eat""Did someone say that food is about to be served?  I for one am well and ready for it!" says the Halfling "And while we eat perhaps, if there is anyone from this city" he looks around enquiringly "They can tell us of any wonders or excitement that's about at present.  For my part, I'll concentrate on the eating, my folk view this as a serious business and not one to be forgone in any but the most extreme circumstances.  I would be most interested in visiting a library if there is one about or a museum.""Perhaps we could all spend some time together, chums and that?" he asks but not waiting for a response he continues "Learning of each others lives...  Over a glass or three of golden, headed beer and delicious, hot food..." his voice tails off as he glances anxiously towards the kitchen.Just then an elf enters the room, and introduces himself as Sorendal, a wizard and native of the city.  This immediately peaks Col's interest as elves are rare in Cauldron.  The two chat for a while swapping wizardly comments and details of the training that they have had.  Despite the difference in background and size the two seems to get on well, sharing a keen, common interest in arcane lore.A little later Mercy spots the man standing in the doorway. By his stance she guesses that he must be from the fighting profession. She catches his eye and raises her glass. "Will you join us for a drink?" she asks "I am Mercy, a swordswoman, and this gentleman opposite me is Giacomo Novocastria." She smiles, almost apologetically. "You will no doubt find him charming to the extreme.""Thanks for the offer of a drink." says the stranger, who introduces himself as Reinhardt, "As to your friends ability to charm, I doubt it will have much effect on me."  He unbuckles his swordbelt and places the sword on the table, "It's good to take that off, for a short while at least.""It sounds like you've been wearing it for a long time." says Mercy in a friendly tone "Do you come from an area of unrest?"Reinhardt smiles sadly "There is always unrest if you know where to look. However, it pays for my meat and shelter."Mercy smiles "So have you come to this town to escape your work, or is this a place where you can bolster your income?" she pauses worried that the stranger may take offence "I don't mean to pry, but I too am looking for work. Perhaps you could point me in the right direction?"The fighter sighs "I reckon this place should replenish my purse, I'm just not expecting any right or just cause to help me take the job.  The are rich folk here, and they are always willing to buy steel with gold." he winks at Mercy "And I've no objection to eating  regular as a result."He gestures to the bar "Two beef stews over here, whenever you can. I'm hungry enough for two"Surprisingly the barman responds instantly "Comin right up" he calls backSilas raises his mug and smiles "Good to meet you Reinhardt.  It would appear we are all here on common purpose, albeit for differing reasons. We all seek to adventure forth"Col raises his glass to the newcomer "Your very good health!" he calls out "The more the merrier.  After our meal we have resolved to take a stroll down to the lake and see what this fine city has to offer.  Will you join our fellowship?" he ends with a question.  He takes another puff from his pipe and attempts to blow a smoke ring, which fails.They each wonder what challenges and opportunities the city holds for them</blockquote>

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