The Sceptre of Kings-A Heroic Dwarven Quest

[Knight Otu]

Skezzketh says that he is not in need of healing yet.
"It seemss it would be a good idea to clear the south first. If I read the map correctly, the northern partss are much larger. I guessss that we will attract and alert lessss opponents when we go south first."

Hearing Elspeth's question, he adds "I do not know much about mapss, but could it be some kind of underground sea?"

 

[Erekose13]

"Milord, I remember seeing someone once who could create walls out of thin air with their magic. Perhaps if it were possible for one of our number to temporarily block the three northern doors in such a way we would feel safer with so many doors at our backs. I unfortunately do not have that capability. If we do become cut off from our retreat to the portal I can however provide us with a safe way to move everyone back to the inn. My abilities with teleportation magic should be sufficient to move us all. In reference to the powers contained within the items, I am afraid that I have no ability with magic. My powers are more related to the workings of the mind than with the arcane weavings of such weapons."

 

[Thels]

"What's a better wall than a line of sturdy dwarves?", Alembregh replies, smiling. "Magical aid could prove usefull ckhowever, if someone has prepared the right spells. Anyone else caring to che the weapon's powers?" he asks.

 

[Wilphe]

"A line of dwarves would do fine my lord. Our only problem would be getting the line where it needs to be before the squatters slip out of the doors. I might be able to knock anybody there off of their feet, but orcs are strong and hardy."

 

[Jarval]

"I can give you an estimate as to the level of power imbued in each weapon, but until I've had time to study them in greater detail, I cannot give you specifics as to the effectiveness of each weapon. I would be especially weary of the Tanaruuk arms, as those items have a greater chance of carrying a malign aura. Such an enchantment would weaken those who wield it, if they are pure of heart." This warning issued, Storí focuses on each of the captured arms in turn, judging it's intensity against the known potency of his companion's weapons, and relaying this information to the Prince.

"With regards to magical barriers, I'm afraid my repertoire does not extend to such evocations, unless I call upon the Order's pool. I only have one such valency currently available, which I feel would be a wise tactical reserve. Your idea of a rearguard holds much merit for the moment."

 

[Erekose13]

"Okay the rear guard works. Nothing like stout dwarves for a wave of foul orcs to break upon. Should they face overwhelming odds, they should know that they can fall back to the forward position and I can safely transport us back even with the loss of the portal. Where would you like me milord? I can be of help to either position. I can keep an eye on the other side of the three doors and combat either large numbers of orcs or a few larger threats. An ability that would be useful with either team." Mohgrym says, confident in his abilities.

 

[Uriel]

OoC:I'm here, just watching you folks' tactical discussion.

 

[Thels]

"There are three northern doors to guard. We should have one or two men distracting them by means of spells or ranged weapons, immediately followed by three men taking positions at the doors. How about myself, Duranom and ...", looking over the others for a second or two, "Kelen, would you feel up to it? The rest should then take them out as fast as possible. I'm a little worried about the west entrance, though. We have no clue as to where it leads to, and it might be connected to the northern area as well. If any manage to escape there, we should be ready to chase them right away. Anyone got suggestions for the initial fire?"

 

[Erekose13]

Mohgrym Xothaerin, Shield Dwarf Psion

"I can release a large concussive blast that proved effective in the last battle. I can also peer behind the doors before we open them to see if I can tell what opposition we face on the other side of them. I will try to make sure no one heading for the west door makes it through. We may yet have to fight our way to that central chamber in which case it may be difficult to contain the alarm."

 

[Jarval]

"Yurgrok here is capable of laying down some quite impressive firepower." Storí smiles as he claps the orc on the shoulder. "And I have some aggressive spells of my own prepared. Between us, we should be able to make a significant impact on any opponents, although it would be best done before our forces engage in melee."