The Four Lands - The Great North

[Rhun]

"My judgment has already been made concerning elves," says Vadric to Finnian, his tone cool. "I shall not consort with their foul kind, nor any heretics that associate with their likes."

Vadric's eyes are cold as he turns his gaze on Vorian, noting the way the man had reacted, as if to defend the elf. "The fact that you speak the elves' dark tongue reflects poorly upon your character. Should you side against the Light, know that I shall be the instrument of your deliverance."

Finally, at Bertrand's words, the Knight of the Light relaxes...a little. "Your words are wise, friend Bertrand," Vadric says, shifting his gaze away from Vorian and back to the elf. "Speak quickly, for I risk the salvation of my very soul by remaining in your presence."

 

[J. Alexander]

Hold

OCC: Lets have a dramatic pause while we wait for Jaroth to post,, then i will summarize and we can go from there

 

[Neurotic]

Vorian to Vadric

Now you judge before you know what you speak of. I demand that at first opportunity I be subjected to Zone of Truth and afterwards you will apologize.

EDIT: I'm sorry, we wait for Jaroth. I get in mail in reverse order all posts, usualy it doesn't affect speaking...consider this comment void until such time we can speak again

 

[Canaan]

Jaroth

[sblock=For DM] Precisely my sentiments. Thanks! [/sblock]

Diplomacy Roll = 26 .

Jaroth raises an eyebrow in curiousity at the sudden and unexpected appearance of the elf, but his years of training and experience facing the unexpected, particularly when in the presence of the senior members of his order serves to keep his mind focused.

"Interesting." Jaroth says. It's not quite understood whether Jaroth's comment is directed at the elf or his companions.

"Please gentlemen. I give you my word as your friend, next to whom you have fought many battles, that there is an explanation for this, as there is for all things. Please have the courtesy and grace to accept that for the moment and listen to what Lady Vera has to say. The Light teaches temperance, patience and introspection. Let us put those teachings into action."

 

[Canaan]

Jaroth

[ooc: oops...after all of that, I forgot to subtract the 12 point penalty! I guess his reaction is similar given the way I've been playing Jaroth...perhaps. dunno. sorry. bad Canaan. Bad.]

 

[J. Alexander]

Meetings

Upon Silverwood revealing that he is a elf, the startled party reacts as follows:
Vadric rises from the table in a rush knocking over his chair and placing his hand on his weapon. "By the Light, how dare you bring such evil here?" he exclaims. Upon his rising abruptly from the chair the two guards place hand to swords and move to step bewteen the party and the elf. Finnian and Bertrand all plead for patience with such comments as "Gentlemen, there is a battle raging just yards from our doorstep. We came here to listen to what this woman has to say. Despite a rather unusual member of this conclave our lives and the future of a very dangerous tome of dark knowledge depend on what is said here. Let us hear what is to be said. I for one am curious to know why we should let such a dangerous tome fall into the hands of a known consorter with Elves." Bertrand says quickly followed by Finnian who adds "Vadric, relax. He has offered no harm here. We are here to share information. Let's find out why he felt compelled to chance such a reaction before judging."Silverwood is it? Pardon Vadric please. Church doctrine tends to condemn before discovering why. We will hear your tale and hopefully come to an understanding that will allow us to concentrate on the evil that has sought to stop us thus far." and Bertrand quickly adds "A nasty trick to play upon your friend I'd say. What do you hope to gain by trying to shock us? I am not amused.". Anniston meanwhile rises quitely and appears ready to support Vadric should he choose a physical confortration. Seeing the confortartion develope Vorian adds "I'll explain when we get time, please accept that I'm not in league with any evil elves."
Waving to Lady Vera: "Please, continue, we need to hear explanation so that our friends may judge for themselves and re-evaluate their doctrines." Jaorth too reacts in a stratled way and tension fills the room....

Roll initative:

 

[Rath Lorien]

Initiative vs elf (1d20+1=6)

Anniston steps in close to Vadric's side and pulls up his shield defensively, but he is acting as if in slow motion, as if undecided about how he should proceed.

 

[Rhun]

Vadric Elareon

Initiative: 18

Are we actually entering combat?

 

[Scotley]

Bertrand

Not sure what will happen next, but acutly aware of the tention, Bertrand prepares to react in an instant.

OOC: Initiative (1d20+4=21)

 

[J. Alexander]

Meetings

Vadric
Now you dont expect me to answer that just now do you ...

Actually more to the effect of getting it st8 as to how reacts first so i can continue..i forgot to ask for it in the original post for your reaction rolls so minor housekeeping

Bertrand
Initative Roll Please