The Red Hand of Doom!!

[EvolutionKB]

Sir Jonathan 55/55 0/10 DDP

Seeing the guards at the river Sir Jonathan relaxes visibly. He lets the rope supporting the longswords between them sag and settle to the ground. He shrugs the bundle of longbows off his back as well. He stretches his muscles, touching his toes and then reaching towards the sky. The longbows were heavy enough. With the addition of his new armor, he could feel his muscles beginning to grow sore already. A hot bath in town would feel wonderful. Smiling he approaches the men, offering his hand. "I am Sir Jonathan, Crusader of the Church of Heironeous. This is Duroin, Kirrg, and the beautiful Virashil. As they have said we were on the way to your town when we were ambushed by hobgoblins. They were armed with fine blades and bows, and they were lead by a priest of Tiamat, the Goddess of evil dragons and other scaled horrors. What they were doing in this area I don't know. Judging from your presence here, there are no dragons threatening your town. Correct? As for our business in Drellin's Ferry, we seek to use it as a base of operations while we scour the Witchwood for treasure. We will be stimulating your local economy as well," Sir Jonathan says with a wink, and a jingle of his money pouch.

Diplomacy +8, with any aid anothers from everybody else.

 

[hero4hire]

"A few miles back, we were ambushed near an abandoned farmhouse." Virashil says with a slight frown.

"A quite competent bunch, they were, with allies from the lower planes as well. You say that there are more bands of these savages? Where have they come from? What do they seek?"

"We are quite road weary and would appreciate directions to a nearby Inn, for a hearty meal, and a soft bed."

"If we could impose, directions to a smithy or perhaps a trading post would be most welcome."

"There have always been goblins and such from the mountains. They have been pretty riled lately. They seek what you'd pretty much expect. Our blood and our gold!" He scratches his chin and looks over his shoulder. "The Old Bridge Inn is just ahead, on your left. Or if you prefer, try the Green Apple, on the other side of the square. I like the Old Bridge, myself." He stops briefly and eyes the weaponry. "Our smithy Morlin is a armorer and swordsmith of some skill. He probably wont have much use for Goblin blades other then for scrap."

 

[s@squ@tch]

"I appreciate your candor and information. These goblins...you mention that they have been more active as of late -- in what way has their behavior changed?"

"What is the difference between the two local inns? You say that you prefer the Old Bridge -- what would the typical clientele of each be?" Virashil says with a sly smile.

"And thank you for the directions to the smithy, I am sure that we will see him shortly. Is there a trading post that deals with more general sundries in the town? Also, one last question," She says with a flirtatious smile,"Drellin's Ferry wouldn't by chance have a resident magewright of some sort? Or possibly a purveyor of magical trinkets?"

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OOC:

What side of the river is the town located? Is it on the side we are currently on, or do we have to take the ferry across? If we need to cross the river on the ferry, Virashil will also inquire as to the fee for doing so.

 

[hero4hire]

Kirrg steps forward from behind Virashil and Duroin, "These bandits haven't been attacking the village, have they? Or are they skulking in the woods, waiting for merchants and innocents?"

"Ah, I won't deny that we're in a hard spot, and you look like capable sorts. If you are looking to help go over to the Old Toll House, that's the big stone building, there, and ask for Captain Soranna. She can answer your questions about the attacks."

 

[hero4hire]

Seeing the guards at the river Sir Jonathan relaxes visibly. He lets the rope supporting the longswords between them sag and settle to the ground. He shrugs the bundle of longbows off his back as well. He stretches his muscles, touching his toes and then reaching towards the sky. The longbows were heavy enough. With the addition of his new armor, he could feel his muscles beginning to grow sore already. A hot bath in town would feel wonderful. Smiling he approaches the men, offering his hand. "I am Sir Jonathan, Crusader of the Church of Heironeous. This is Duroin, Kirrg, and the beautiful Virashil. As they have said we were on the way to your town when we were ambushed by hobgoblins. They were armed with fine blades and bows, and they were lead by a priest of Tiamat, the Goddess of evil dragons and other scaled horrors. What they were doing in this area I don't know. Judging from your presence here, there are no dragons threatening your town. Correct? As for our business in Drellin's Ferry, we seek to use it as a base of operations while we scour the Witchwood for treasure. We will be stimulating your local economy as well," Sir Jonathan says with a wink, and a jingle of his money pouch.

Diplomacy +8, with any aid anothers from everybody else.

"The Witchwood you say? Be careful in there friends. The whole place is lousy with those goblins. I wouldn't advise it." he says in a low tone.

 

[ethandrew]

Kirrg releases his gorget from around his neck, twisting and rotating his head after the confinement. Hoisting some of the excess of armor back over his massive shoulder and grabbing his end of the longsword rope, he states flatly, "Our foes had a smithy of considerable skill. These blades are more than standard goblin sticks. Does this town have a local militia or are we looking at them? I am sure if you four see something you like here, we would be more than eager to help you fine fellows out."

 

[hero4hire]

"I appreciate your candor and information. These goblins...you mention that they have been more active as of late -- in what way has their behavior changed?"

"What is the difference between the two local inns? You say that you prefer the Old Bridge -- what would the typical clientele of each be?" Virashil says with a sly smile.

"And thank you for the directions to the smithy, I am sure that we will see him shortly. Is there a trading post that deals with more general sundries in the town? Also, one last question," She says with a flirtatious smile,"Drellin's Ferry wouldn't by chance have a resident magewright of some sort? Or possibly a purveyor of magical trinkets?"

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OOC:

What side of the river is the town located? Is it on the side we are currently on, or do we have to take the ferry across? If we need to cross the river on the ferry, Virashil will also inquire as to the fee for doing so.

"The Old Bridge is a bit more expensive. Run by the Shadowbanks, a family of Halflings. Its a bigger place and better food. The Green Apple is run by Tharrma. She is a bit free with her opinion, whether you want to hear it or not. Thre is Jarrett's Sundries the town's general store. As for a Magewright old man Sertieren sometimes deals in his magicks. He lives in the Old Manorhouse a yonder. I once went up there on a dare...Place is haunted."

will post a map since youve got lotsa directions 1sp per person for the ferry

1 Watchposts
2 The Green a broad grassy field, lotsa children playing, some farmers selling thier produce
3 A large comfortable looking house with orchards in back
4 the green apple
5 morlin's smithy
6 a shrine to Pelor
7 Manorhouse of Sertieren
8 old toll house
9 a small stone tower 30' high
10 the old bridge inn
11 Jarett's sundries
12 a livery stable
13 a warehouse
14 the ferry
15 the dawrfbridge the ruins of an old bridge consist of a set of old stone pylons that stand ten to 20' above the water
16 a Brewhouse
17 a warehouse
18 sterrel's provisioning
19 unknown cant see it yet

 

[hero4hire]

Kirrg releases his gorget from around his neck, twisting and rotating his head after the confinement. Hoisting some of the excess of armor back over his massive shoulder and grabbing his end of the longsword rope, he states flatly, "Our foes had a smithy of considerable skill. These blades are more than standard goblin sticks. Does this town have a local militia or are we looking at them? I am sure if you four see something you like here, we would be more than eager to help you fine fellows out."

"The Town guard is only about 30 strong. But we have just reactivated the town militia since the attacks. Mostly farmers and such. Prolly about a hundred strong. All as green as the apples in the Town Speaker's orchard. If'n you want to donate the blades I am sure the Captain will take them off your hands!"

 

[EvolutionKB]

Sir Jonathan

Sir Jonathan nods at the guards and says, "Thank you for your information," he flips the man a gold piece. Sir Jonathan looks to the rest of the group. "So are we ready to go? I say we go to the Old Bridge, get something to eat, and then meet with Captain Soranna. We can deal with selling our gear in the morning. Oh, and I'll cover everybody's ferry trip tonight."

1gp and 4sp subtracted from character sheet.

 

[ethandrew]

Looking down at the town's guard, Kirrg nods his head appreciatively, "You have a tough job and you perform it admirably. When you are done for the night, come find us at one of the inns, share a drink." He prepares to load the ferry, eager to rest his weary legs after this strenous day.