The Four Lands - The Great North
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J. Alexander
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The Beach
Taking the torch from Bertrand the men set out once again along the beach stayin gone for perhaps an hour. When they arrive back at camp they are carrying loads of fire wood and a sea chest which appears to have belonged to one of the passangers. Opening the chest, the group discovers several dry cloaks (3) and three set of warm woolen robes as well as various small clothes.
Bertrand searches his maps for references in vain as he has no reference point from which to backtrack and indeed is unaware of the ship's position when the storm started. As the sun goes down and he scans the sky he comes to the conclusion that they are roughly equal to the northlands but further west.
As Bertrand scans the stars, Finnian continues to sing and give encouragment to the assembled party. While they are still cold and damp and hungry their spirits do seem to be reviving, thanks to his efforts.
Anniston disappears breifly at dusk and returns to the encampment perhaps 30 minutes later as the star's rise. He appears to be carrying several sacks which he promptly opens and begins to distirbute basic clothing and eating gear.
Jaroth continues to scan the area and makes a circuit of the rocky outcroping. He is satisfies that it is a very defensable position as anyone wishing to come over the outer wall has a steep climb of about 50 feet then a decent to the interior. Should an attack come by sea then they would have to scale the 20 foot seawall to reach the shelterd area bewteen the two arms.
Taking the torch from Bertrand the men set out once again along the beach stayin gone for perhaps an hour. When they arrive back at camp they are carrying loads of fire wood and a sea chest which appears to have belonged to one of the passangers. Opening the chest, the group discovers several dry cloaks (3) and three set of warm woolen robes as well as various small clothes.
Bertrand searches his maps for references in vain as he has no reference point from which to backtrack and indeed is unaware of the ship's position when the storm started. As the sun goes down and he scans the sky he comes to the conclusion that they are roughly equal to the northlands but further west.
As Bertrand scans the stars, Finnian continues to sing and give encouragment to the assembled party. While they are still cold and damp and hungry their spirits do seem to be reviving, thanks to his efforts.
Anniston disappears breifly at dusk and returns to the encampment perhaps 30 minutes later as the star's rise. He appears to be carrying several sacks which he promptly opens and begins to distirbute basic clothing and eating gear.
Jaroth continues to scan the area and makes a circuit of the rocky outcroping. He is satisfies that it is a very defensable position as anyone wishing to come over the outer wall has a steep climb of about 50 feet then a decent to the interior. Should an attack come by sea then they would have to scale the 20 foot seawall to reach the shelterd area bewteen the two arms.
Dracomeander
First Post
Finnian mentally kicks himself as he sees folk shivering in their damp clothing and weaves a Prestidigitation spell into his singing. Once he has the spell active, he continues circulating through the group drying and cleaning their clothing to try and make everyone a little more comfortable.
J. Alexander
First Post
The Beach
With the distribution of additional clothing and the cleaning and drying of various blankets and clothing, the stranded individuals feel their spirits revive. The additional wood causes the fire in the horseshoe shaped interior to brighten and grow casting warmth and light in and extended area. Two other smaller fires are created towards the back of the outcropping casting yet more light and warmth into the area and soon the tension level relaxes and soft laughtter can be heard. As the interior becomes cherry and warm, the scouting party arrives and the party grows by the 4 on patrol and an additional 6 passengers all of whom are cold and wet. The native looking man leading the patrol, steps to Bertrand and says "We found others but they were dead.
With the distribution of additional clothing and the cleaning and drying of various blankets and clothing, the stranded individuals feel their spirits revive. The additional wood causes the fire in the horseshoe shaped interior to brighten and grow casting warmth and light in and extended area. Two other smaller fires are created towards the back of the outcropping casting yet more light and warmth into the area and soon the tension level relaxes and soft laughtter can be heard. As the interior becomes cherry and warm, the scouting party arrives and the party grows by the 4 on patrol and an additional 6 passengers all of whom are cold and wet. The native looking man leading the patrol, steps to Bertrand and says "We found others but they were dead.
Scotley
Hero
Bertrand
"I feared as much." Bertrand asks a few more questions of his man. "Any sign of the Captain? What sort of landmarks did you see that might tell us where we are." After talking with Rendee he addresses the party. "We should set watches. We don't know what sort of dangers this land holds or what foes might pursue us from the ship or from the raiders. Chaucer and I will take first watch," he says patting the big bloodhound at his side.
"I feared as much." Bertrand asks a few more questions of his man. "Any sign of the Captain? What sort of landmarks did you see that might tell us where we are." After talking with Rendee he addresses the party. "We should set watches. We don't know what sort of dangers this land holds or what foes might pursue us from the ship or from the raiders. Chaucer and I will take first watch," he says patting the big bloodhound at his side.
Dracomeander
First Post
Finnian joins the others when the scouting party arrives, cleaning and drying the newcomers as they are looking for places to rest.
"I just need a couple hours to sleep then I should be able to take watch. Hopefully the watch won't be too stressful. After a storm like the one that stranded us here, we could use a night without more problems to let the others get some confidence back. It's probably going to be a bit difficult traveling from here even if we can recover more equipment from the ship."
"I just need a couple hours to sleep then I should be able to take watch. Hopefully the watch won't be too stressful. After a storm like the one that stranded us here, we could use a night without more problems to let the others get some confidence back. It's probably going to be a bit difficult traveling from here even if we can recover more equipment from the ship."
Rath Lorien
First Post
"Bertrand, wake me when you are done with your watch."
Anniston puts four of the sicker individuals into the tent and then settles down to sleep until it is time for his watch. He uses his shield like a pillow to keep his head out of the sand.
Anniston puts four of the sicker individuals into the tent and then settles down to sleep until it is time for his watch. He uses his shield like a pillow to keep his head out of the sand.
Scotley
Hero
Bertrand
"Will do Anniston." Bertrand assigns each of his men to take a watch after the first with Rendee on the last watch. He then eats some rations glumly wishing he had some coffee. Then he makes sure his people have everything they need before taking a stroll around the camp just out of the fire light with Chaucer. He repeats these little walks every 15 to 45 min. varying the time until it is time for the next watch. He also takes a good look at the ship each of these patrols trying to see any lights or movement. Finally, he stares off into the distance looking for any light at ground level that might indicate the presence of a town or farmstead. If his watch is uneventful he'll wake the Anniston and one of his men, give report and settle down for the night.
"Will do Anniston." Bertrand assigns each of his men to take a watch after the first with Rendee on the last watch. He then eats some rations glumly wishing he had some coffee. Then he makes sure his people have everything they need before taking a stroll around the camp just out of the fire light with Chaucer. He repeats these little walks every 15 to 45 min. varying the time until it is time for the next watch. He also takes a good look at the ship each of these patrols trying to see any lights or movement. Finally, he stares off into the distance looking for any light at ground level that might indicate the presence of a town or farmstead. If his watch is uneventful he'll wake the Anniston and one of his men, give report and settle down for the night.
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