The Lamentation of Lolth - Chapter II

[Verbatim]

Nodding his head as Sheriff Trond requested the return of the coinage and gem, Ayden waited until the others had finished speaking before speaking one last time to the council.

"Tomorrow morning, we will return to the swamp, but for now, I think I can speak for us all by saying that a meal and a chance to regain our strength is needed. If the council has no further need of us, we would ask our leave."

 

[Majin]

"Certainly Mr. Wyvernspur. I await your safe return with hopefully good news." If there is nothing further the council will adjourn.

 

[Manzanita]

drogo

As the group, presumably, settles down for a well earned and relaxing dinner, Drogo begins musing about the next day. "We're really back to square one in some ways. We want to assure the lizardmen that the townspeople are not hostile. Yet we have no way of communicating with them. If we head out into the swamp, I fear any encounter will descend into violence. Perhaps some of them do speak common. Or perhaps someone in this town speaks Draconian & could write us a note. I suppose, if nothign else, we should head out to the dam area and make sure it's not being continued. Perhaps damage it to the point it would be difficult to restart."

In a side conversation, which I've been meaning to have for ages, but can't seem to fit in, Drogo approaches Mosslime and tries out his ghostwise telepathic communication. "Hi," he conveys, "we ghostwise halflings can communicate without words, assuming we speak the same language. I believe you can understand common, yet can't speak it. Is this because you lack the appropriate vocal chords? Is there any way you'll ever be able to communicate effectively with the rest of the party? I am unfamiliar with your race."

 

[Verbatim]

As the council members stood to take their leave as well, Ayden began placing the various items back in the bag, turning to face his companions once done.

"Well, I for one am heading to the inn for a long bath before doing anything else."

Taking the ring off of his finger, Ayden placed it inside the bag also.

"Andreas, as you have by far the most knowledge of the arcane, please do as you see best with what we have found. While I know we are all limited on coin, perhaps the gold the council has given us from Applebottom will convince good Mother Grundy to take a look at these for us. Unless any can think of a better option?"

 

[Verbatim]

As the group, presumably, settles down for a well earned and relaxing dinner, Drogo begins musing about the next day. "We're really back to square one in some ways. We want to assure the lizardmen that the townspeople are not hostile. Yet we have no way of communicating with them. If we head out into the swamp, I fear any encounter will descend into violence. Perhaps some of them do speak common. Or perhaps someone in this town speaks Draconian & could write us a note. I suppose, if nothign else, we should head out to the dam area and make sure it's not being continued. Perhaps damage it to the point it would be difficult to restart."

Feeling refreshed from his bath and meal, Ayden looked across the table and listened as Drogo voiced his concerns about tomorrow's journey into the swamp.

"Well, both Moss and I can understand the language of dragons, but I do not know if their hearing is keen enough to hear Moss should he wish to speak to them as well. I am hoping that perhaps Brother Ernest or another council member will draft a letter of peace for us to carry when we leave. Even better would be to persuade a party from their clan to return with us tomorrow to speak to the council themself."

 

[Jarval]

"I'm afraid there is no other option. My own skill with the Weave is innate rather than learnt, so Mystra's will dictates which spells I gain knowledge of. One of the common talents I lack is the ability to divine the function of a magical device." Andreas says as he takes the bag from Ayden. "I will speak with Mother Grundy, and see if she can shed any light as to the purpose of these items. Does anyone wish to accompany me?"

Once his companions have replied, Andreas makes his way to Mother Gerund's cottage, knocking loudly on the door when he arrives.

 

[hippocrachus]

"I will accompany you, friend Andreas," Calenthang says with resumed mirth. "Should you be accosted, you may need some protection. Not that I'll be any help!" he adds laughing.

 

[Majin]

Mother Grundy invites Andreas in and any others that accompany him. "Quite the congratulations are in order for weeding out that snake Osborne dearies. Now hopefully things can get back to normal around here soon so I can gather more supplies safely from the swamp. Anyway, what can Mother Grundy do for you young ones, hmm?"

 

[Velmont]

"I'll come with you. I am curious to see those herbs that repel insects. Could be usefull in my next travel, if I need to guide some people in some swamp... or maybe for tommorow."

He follows Andreas, and when Mother Grundy open the door, he let Andreas talk first.

 

[Jarval]

"Thank you." Andreas smiles warmly at Mother Grundy. "Although in all truth, we were as surprised by Osborne's treachery as anyone.

"But you've probably guessed we didn't really come here to talk about the Mayor. We found quite a collection of enchanted items while searching his home, and Sheriff Trond generously gifted them to myself and my friends. However, while I have a fair knowledge of the arcane arts, the ability to identify the purpose of magical devices is not a skill I possess. We were wondering if you could help us with this task. We'd offer suitable recompense, of course."