The Lamentation of Lolth - Chapter VI

[Manzanita]

Drogo

Drogo comes striding in.

"I've interviewed Chasity's horse. These were no mere brigands who killed Chasity. It was some abomination. Some undead or ousider of dark power which killled her almost instantaneously. We should not go out tonight. Not until we're at full strength and have prepared appropriate spells. But regardless of what faith we have in the priestess, this creature must be destroyed."

 

[kirinke]

Teleri sighed, sitting down, knowing quite well that Sarlis was probably inviting the touchy wood elf into a fight. "Sarlis, I wouldn't bait Calenthang if I were you. You may be good with words, but he's better with a blade, even whilest drunk."

"Before you judge another, you must walk in their shoes for a bit. That's a lesson I learned very early, though at times I forget the lessons." she said, quietly. "And that elf Dorator will pay for her actions, sooner or later. We are not the judges nor the jury of every wrong-doer we come across Sarlis. Were we that, we would be no better than any inquisition or thug." she looked grim. "I for one will not become either."

 

[Verbatim]

Ayden felt a throbbing building slowly behind his eyes as first Sielwoodan told them of Lady Chastity's killer being an undead spirit immediately followed by Sarlis' words chipping away at Calenthang's honor.

~By Beshaba's black heart...isn't it enough that we have a world against us? Must we fight amongst ourselves as well?~

Looking over to Sarlis and then back to Calenthang, Ayden spoke to them both and his tone held no room for misunderstanding.

"Enough of this inner fighting. Outside these doors, there are foes, both alive and apparently undead who will find us easy prey if we do not draw strength from each other. I would expect such acts from two school yard bullies, but not two men I know to be much better than their actions are saying."

Turning to face Drogo, Ayden's tone softened slightly.

"As always Master Drogo, I thank you for the insight your gifts reveal to you. However, while there is a few hours remaining, I think scouting out the farms would still be a viable option. I assure you, I will take no unnecessary risks and will return soon."

Frustrated at the events of the day, Ayden paused only once to grab his hat as he left the inn and headed for his mount.

 

[Velmont]

Sielwoodan, follow Ayden. Once outside, he tells to the priest.

"I don't know if your motivation changed, but you can count on my skills to help defeat that undead beast."

On that, he takes Felmir with him and prepare him>

 

[Mimic]

[sblock] Drunk? Broddy has had 1 drink...[/sblock]

Broddy shifts nervously and trys to edge away from Sarlis figuring that Calenthang is going to pretty much jump over the table and attack the arrogant cleric.

Broddy notices his familiar close to the inn door rubbing its paws together in gleefull anticipation. Excellent, my plan is working... soon this group will be under my control..."Now is not the time Vex." Broddy tells him as he picks him up and follows Ayden out the door.

"Ayden wait," he calls out as he attempts to catch up with him, "If what Drogo says is correct then spliting up isn't the wisest idea, we should go as a whole or not go at all." He says in all seriousness. "I know your grieving for your friend but rushing out foolhardily and getting yourself killed isn't going to solve anything."

 

[DarkMaster]

Sarlis keeps an eye on the the warrior and whispers to Teleri.

"Don't worry for me, I have enough control magic to tame the beast down. He also judges me, but in a worse fashion, internally.

I am only trying to help him, improve his personality, makes him what he really aspires to, being a real brave warrior.

The issue is not that he didn't fought the elves just that he ran away frustrated from the priestress. Fighting wasn't the wisest thing, I admit that I lost my head there, but if you were wearing my shoes as you say you would perhaps understand what lead me to these extreme action. The only thing he can do is fight, if he can't he just run away, like a cowards. Right now he wants to kill me, but he can't because he would be judged by the authority so he retreats, pretending to be smiling, unable do to anything"

Sarlis turns towards Ayden "What you call Inner fighting, I call team bounding. The elf doesn't like me, let's him clear up his mind and tells me why he hates me, straight to my face. Our relationship can't be worse, so this little activity can only improves things. Only after we know what we think of each other can we start to build a relationship based on trust."


As Ayden is about to leave. "Ayden, wait for us, if Drogo is correct it might be dangerous to investigate alone."

 

[Manzanita]

Drogo

"Yes. Ayden, if you insist upon going out tonght, I will go with you." Wordlessly calling Rex to his side, Drogo mounts and makes ready to ride.

 

[hippocrachus]

Calenthang continues to smile as his companions try to calm his already tranquil nerves.
"I actually like you quite a lot, friend Sarlis," he says, now genuinely amused about the entire scene. "It seems we are not so much different. We both strive to portray ourselves as strong individuals, as you say, and we are both greatly flawed. I have accepted my flaws, friend Sarlis."
Yes, I quite like this one...

[sblock] He's not Evil yet, guys. And even when he does make the shift, he won't strike any of his friends. [/sblock]

 

[kirinke]

"You may be right Sarlis, but I'd watch my tongue around him. Even spells wear out eventually. And if you do cast a spell of control on him, once it wears off, he will probably go for your throat." she looked grim. "And such spells do not set well with me, having been under them myself a time or two. No sentient being takes to captivity, even well-meaning captivity." she warned him, all levity and masks down, utterly serious.

She looked at the others vanishing through the door. "I am not going to abandon my friends Sarlis. I wasn't speaking idily when I said that we are stronger together than seperately." she said with a wry smile, heading for the door. "I just don't think that it is particularly wise to be searching for evidence tonight. But I've had my say." she shrugged. "And the others are going, so must I."

She unhitched her horse and nimbly climbed into the saddle. "Well, where too?" she asked simply, arguments done for the moment.

 

[DarkMaster]

[sblock]Sarlis didn't really wanted to use the magic against the warrior[/sblock]

Sarlis nods in agreement to the fighter words. "Of course, recognising your flaw is the first step to self improvement"

Sarlis answers Teleri "I won't either, if there are undead around, we can't be enough priest"

Sarlis head outside following the others.