The Four Lands - The Great North

[J. Alexander]

Meetings

From her place at the table the Lady Vera comments "Let the child of light leave as he wishes. That way he will have no one to blame but himself should evil break free and can not use the old religion or other races as his scapegoat"..then addressing the others she says "Please be seated so Silverwood may begin his tale"

 

[Neurotic]

Vorian

OOC: Little bit before Jaroth comments...I missed initiative order overnight, for me it's early morning now.

IC: Vorian calms himself after initial exchange and taking deep breath, removes his hand from Orderbringer and seats himself, but pulls the chair little bit out so he can stand up quickly if needed.

"I am still faithful cleric of the Light with all my, admittably small, repertoire. And I can prove it. Vadric, please understand that teachings of the Light are filtered through Church doctrine that is slowly changed by mortal men over centuries. You should know that as you accepted Jaroth as one of your companions. Let's hear this out and then we can slugg it out if you really need to."


OOC: Bravo Vadric Standing strong in face of Heresy. I find your reaction fully believeable. It's just that IC Vadric doesn't know Vorian, he could be one of the druids or some other sect closely related (rangers? scouts?). That's why that was OOC comment...in stress people tend to lash out without thinking.

 

[Canaan]

Jaroth

At Lady Vera's words, Jaroth (who had remained sitting during the entire exchange) put his hand to his forehead, elbow on the table, as if his head hurts. After a moment, he lifts his head and states to Lady Vera, "Diplomacy and wisdom are our strength. You are among the wisest of our Order and so, just as you have extended an olive branch to Silverwood, Honorable Lady Vera, I am sure you will do in kind with my friend, Vadric. Anniston's request that a magic circle be cast is a fair one, given their natural and expected reluctance and distrust in these trying times. In fact, I would expect no less from such brave and true warriors as these. How does our saying go? 'In adversity does a man's true color show.' I think both Vadric and Anniston have remained true to their beliefs. They should be commended. I am proud to have battled next to them and have endeavored to show by example that my beliefs--and by extension, the beliefs of our Order, while some orthodox members of the Church may view them as Heretical, are true and good in intention and further enlightenment in the Four Lands. May your example here bolster that foundation."
[sblock=For DM] In "Druid speak," I beg Lady Vera to indulge these men as these men are very esteemed in the Church and all of our Order's efforts throughout the years to unify the races hang in the balance if we do not allow these generally open-minded men to see the nature of the danger and report that our Order's efforts are instrumental in fighting it. [/sblock]

[sblock=Diplomacy] Please make a diplomacy check for me (+18), as I cannot access Invisible Castle for some reason. [/sblock]

 

[J. Alexander]

Meetings

"Very well, very well, if it will make them happy.....not that it would really work but if it makes them comfortable the they may do so" Lady Vera says....

Turning to Bertrand she says "Would you perhaps have some more of this delightful coffee" and with a sly grin she says to Finnina "Were not at the Lion Court so no need to go all diplomatic"

For Jaroth
[sblock]We can discuss it later, if things go ill, they will blame us and the elves. better to get that out and in the open than let it linger[/sblock]

 

[Canaan]

Jaroth

Jaroth says, "Go ahead Vadric. And if the Light has granted you other, more powerful, miracles to divine the truth of matters, I am sure that Lady Vera would not object to your use of them." Jaroth winks at Vadric to convey friendship and as means to convey the insider message of his earlier message spell.

[sblock=For DM] Jaroth says in "Druid Speak," I understand your concern and concur. I also know that dealing with these men, and myself to a lesser extent, that are so much beneath your station is trying. But I have some insight that you might find helpful. They are outsiders looking for any affront to their person as an excuse to close their minds against what you or Silverwood have to say. While it is beneath you, I beg you to use discretion in your choice of words and actions. As you have taught me, 'respect others and their beliefs.' I know these men. If you treat them with respect, you will get a lot further with them. [/sblock]

 

[Rhun]

"Vadric, I ask you as a friend to stay. I need you here to witness what is said, to guard us against enchantment, and to help me protect the book."

Vadric stops near the door at Anniston's words, weighing those words carefully. With a heavy sigh he turns and faces his companion. "I shall stay then, for your sake my friend."


OOC: If only Vadric had Forbiddance prepared, he could really see just who is good and who isn't/

 

[Dracomeander]

Finnian Douglas

"Your pardon, Lady. I was just trying to give some stability in a tense situation. Your companion has caused quite a stir and something was needed to deflect the tension.

"If you don't mind, Bertrand, I think I could use a cup of that delicious brew while we listen to what Silverwood has to say."

 

[Scotley]

Bertrand

OOC: If only Vadric had Forbiddance prepared, he could really see just who is good and who isn't/

OOC: Bertrand quietly polishes his halo as the discussion proceeds.




"Indeed, I think my cup could use a little warming up as well. He pours a fresh cup for Finnian and tops up his own." He offers goats milk and honey. He can't help but allow an audible 'ah' escape his lips after a sip.

 

[J. Alexander]

Meetings

The elf moves towards the tabel and takes a seat to Lady Vera's right. As he makes himself comfortable and removes the heavy robes much like Jaroth wears he is reveled to be wearing simple breechs and a fine tunic made of some silver white material studded with white gems.........one almost thinks he is glowing. The coffee is served and everyone settel is and with a glance at the Lady Vera he begins...

"Once long ago the Church of Light expelled from it's area those versed in arcane mite. Sadly the target all wielders of such magic and allowed their true opponets "The Dorlons" to escape. Now the Dorlons were what you would consider Necromancer's and Death Mages of great power. The escaped into the far north with their implements of magic and their library. It was in the north that they meet and made league with an much older darker order called the order of Drakkar. In time the two factions merged each strenghing the other. While the church slept, this new combination begin to grow and build it's powers. Realizing that the would never match the numbers of the Valley, the instead concertrated on becoming powerful in small groups or as individuals. They augemneted this power with foul pacts and even living death till some are exceptionaly hard to kill and all command great powers over the natural life foce"

any questions before i continue he asks

 

[Rath Lorien]

Anniston listens to the discourse, his face devoid of emotion.