The Lamentation of Lolth - Chapter III

[Verbatim]

Growing frustrated with the naga's continual threats against them, Ayden hoped that the others would not do anything foolish to push the powerful creature into hostile actions. While he did travel with skilled companions, Ayden doubted that even their combined powers would be enough to stop the leader of the Broken Axe clan should she turn her spells against them.

~Uncle, give me the strength to help us through this...~

"I thank you for telling us of the dark blight in the swamp, and while I can not speak for my companions, as their will is their own, I will try to pursuade them to travel with me in seeking this abomination out. Anything that we can do to help out those in this area we have pledged to do, and this more than qualifies I think."

~Please let the others think this is wise, as I know that I can not defeat such a creature by myself. However, I would gladly try to do so in the spirit of rebirthing the health of this land...~

Looking at his friends, Ayden waits to see what the others will say about searching out the wraith and sending its soul to its proper state.

 

[Jarval]

Andreas nods as Ayden looks in his direction, letting the priest know he approves of the plan.

 

[Verbatim]

Relieved to see that Andreas was behind him, as taking on any undead would be easier with Mystra's might on their side, Ayden looked to the others hoping they shared the mage's sentiment.

 

[kirinke]

Teleri

Teleri sighs, remembering the dreams before she was taken prisoner. They had been ominous, almost as if Sehanine had been warning her. Or giving her marching orders. For some reason, she had been drawn to the swamp almost against her better judgement.

She listened to the conversation, hearing it as though from the bottom of a deep well.

Bugger it. She thought, sighing in frustration. Why doesn't that snake creature listen to me? She as much admitted she can read thoughts. Anything as powerful as that ought to know a few truth-spells or have a few followers who do.

"Naamani, please. I know you are powerful. But you are being stubborn and foolishly paranoid. I am a priestess of Sehanine Moonbow. I think she sent me here for a reason. To help deal with the undead creature moving about your swamp. I know nothing of your troubles. I only know what my goddess wants me to do. Let me free.Cast a truth-spell on me. I am telling you the truth!" She 'shouted' towards the snake-creature as loud as she could.

ooc:
I know her thoughts are a bit disjointed, but i figure that may be a part of the spell and the fact that cages tend to make elves a bit ansy. hmmm mebbe we should 'move this along' so 2 speak. lol.
Whoot i got my players guide to faerun! Um Majiin, I made some changes to my character. Those changes are in white.

 

[Manzanita]

Drogo

"Aye. I would like to find that wraith. Perhaps we will stay until nightfall, if you will allow it, Naamani."

 

[Majin]

Naamani turns a sideward glance towards Teleri, only half paying attention to her thoughts. She then turns back to Ayden. "What a kind gesture," she grins. "You might prove useful after all." As she says this a lizardman enters the chamber and quickly makes his way to Naamani's side. He bows to one knee before speaking

"The dam is being dismantled as we speak, a group from the village is breaking it apart, supervised by the town's sheriff." Naamani's eyes narrow at the news. "Are you certain?" The lizardman nods silently and bows his head.

Naamani nods as well and turns to the party. "Very well. You have earned this girls freedom, and my trust for the time being." She closes her eyes for a moment, breaking the link she has over Teleri, releasing her, then opens them again. "Bring the book," she commands the lizardman kneeling before her. He goes to the back of the chamber and returns with what looks like a small journal.

"My younger sister Tyrinth, is up to no good below the village. As a reward for saving my swamp I will give you the chance to save Orchard Meadows once more. She dwells inside the well in the center of town. There is a small network of caverns below. This journal speaks of a treasure that she is supposed to possess. You will most likely have to kill her. You will get no ill feelings from me if it comes to that. Tyrinth was much like Ssirine. Too ambitious for her own good. She too wanted to turn this tribe to great evil and destruction, but I would not allow it. So she is condemned to her well where I'm sure she sits, cultivating some plan against the village and my swamp. She wants revenge, and you can stop her. She is weaker than I, so you should be able to defeat her, but still she is a naga, do not underestimate her. She is as crafty as any of our race. You may read the journal at your leisure. It may give you some clue as to what to do."

OOC: You've all reach level 3 now for bypassing Naamani and her minions safely, congrats!

 

[Verbatim]

As the runner announced that Sheriff Trond had began dismantling the dam, Ayden felt a huge surge of relief at the news. While he felt like the Sheriff would not sit idle since they left, he had no idea he would act so swiftly.

~Perhaps Tymora is on our side as well Uncle...thank you~

As Naamani closed her eyes for a moment, Ayden could have swore he saw the elvish female's body shake slightly, but he could not be certain in the strange lighting of the cavern.

"My thanks, as well as the thanks of Finder for your act of mercy Naamani. While I have no doubt that the fate of those who sought to harm your people will not be nearly as pleasant, do not become like them when you give them the punishment they deserve."

Pulling the banner and darts from the bag at his side, Ayden wrapped all the weapons in the bundle and replaced it on the cavern floor for Naamani to pass out to those among her tribe. While the blades were nice, Ayden felt his companions could do without the negative karma attached to them.

When Naamani began speaking of her sister trapped in the well in town, Ayden could not believe his ears. Perhaps she was the power that whispered into Applebottom's ears and turned him against his people. It would perhaps explain why Ssirine was at Applebottom's house, as well why Applebottom seemed so adamant on destroying the clan. Perhaps another visit to the ousted Mayor was in order once they returned to town.

~A tangled web seems to be spun around this town Uncle...what else will we discover as we travel towards the center of it...~

Knowing that darkness was soon to be upon them, Ayden's mind switched to business once more.

"You spoke of knowing the location of the wraith and know of our desire to destroy it for both you and Orchard Meadows. Would you send a runner with us to show us where it is? Once the location has been given to us, the runner will return to you as we do not wish more harm to come to those in your clan. Hopefully, after the threat has been dealt with, we will seek out your sister and do what is necessary to protect the city and those who dwell within it. All I ask is that in return, you once more don the mantle of friendship with the town, and allow those who meant no harm to you to become your allies once more."

 

[kirinke]

Teleri

Teleri drops to one knee, breathing hard as her spirit becomes reconnected to her body. Sensations flow over her, cold stone, cool air, the smell of swamps filling her nose. She closes her eyes, letting the sensations pass by. After so long, those sensations felt like ambrosia.

Thank you Sehanine. She thought gratefully.Thank you for keeping me sane. She thought as she clutched the small silver medallion hanging from her neck. She had been so close to letting her spirit fly from her body, so very close. But it was over. At least for the time being.

Her eyes moved over the small group of adventurers and she smiled. "Thank you," she said softly. "I am in your debt."

ooc: since teleri is 3rd level? if i'm reading this right, she gets 16 extra skill points and 1 extra feet. And i'm putting that extra level in her cleric class.

 

[Majin]

"I will send one to show you where the wraith was last spotted. As I do not know if it makes a home in this swamp or just wanders freely wherever it likes during the night I cannot gaurantee you will find it there, but it may be close by. As for relations with the town, time will tell. I will enter into diplomatic negotiations with them when the dam has been entirely dismantled, and we shall see how things go from there..."

OOC: Kirinke - Another level of cleric will only give you 2 + your Int modifier in extra skills. For being a 2nd level cleric you will also gain +1 to Atk Bonus, +1 to Fort & Will saves, an extra 0 & 1st level spell, and a feat for being 3rd level over all. I believe thats about it though.

 

[kirinke]

Teleri:

Teleri gingerly gets to her feet, wincing as her muscles protest slightly from being unused for several days. "I believe I may be able to help you in your endevors. If I may join your party that is."

OOC: Does eschew materials, silent spell and still spell work for clerics as well as priests?