Deuce Traveler
Adventurer
Plith says "A citadel doesn't sound dangerous. Let's go! Maybe when we find those kids we can ask them about the dragon."
The Story of the Clan
- Thread starter AmorFati
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tylermalan
First Post
"Ah, Plith, that citadel has got to be the same one that the barkeep told us about! We're heading there anyway, out west across the plains... Ma'am? If we see your children, we will let them know that you're worried, but a month? Have they the means to survive for a month on their own? Is there anything else near the citadel that would sustain them for that long, alone?"
Ozmar
First Post
Malexander Titwillow, Orator
Hmmm... me smells opportunity...
"Oh, woe it is to be a mother bereft of her young ones! Is there any price that a woman would not pay to be reunited with her children? I think not! Blessed is motherhood, but terrible is the pain she must bear when she is separated from her loves."
"Your sad tale moves my spirit, as I am sure it does for all of us good-hearted, kind and heroic gnomes. Fear not, milady! We shall rest at nothing to see to it that your children are safely returned to you! We shall brave any dangers that may face us in this citadel, and return your kids to your loving arms!"
"But how will we accomplish this mighty deed? For while our hearts are large, our stature (as you can see) is small, and our bones are weak with fatigue and hunger, and our pockets are empty of wealth. We have so little, yet what little strength we have we shall sacrifice for your sake and for the sake of your children, so moved are we by your troubles."
"Where shall we find the strength? We must look within, and the strength of righteousness and justice shall carry us through. And whatever strength you may lend us through your kind and generous heart, through your gifts of food, water, weapons, any spare change, random magical items, healing potions, acid flasks, rope, torches, picks and shovels, and this brilliantly carved walking staff. For really, what are these base material goods but dust in your mouth without your precious darlings to give meaning and purpose to your life? Are not these few simple goods a worthy investment in the noble quest of we, your gnomish champions, to rescue your beloved urchins?"
OOC: Cast Charm Person DC 13, Bluff +5
Hmmm... me smells opportunity...
"Oh, woe it is to be a mother bereft of her young ones! Is there any price that a woman would not pay to be reunited with her children? I think not! Blessed is motherhood, but terrible is the pain she must bear when she is separated from her loves."
"Your sad tale moves my spirit, as I am sure it does for all of us good-hearted, kind and heroic gnomes. Fear not, milady! We shall rest at nothing to see to it that your children are safely returned to you! We shall brave any dangers that may face us in this citadel, and return your kids to your loving arms!"
"But how will we accomplish this mighty deed? For while our hearts are large, our stature (as you can see) is small, and our bones are weak with fatigue and hunger, and our pockets are empty of wealth. We have so little, yet what little strength we have we shall sacrifice for your sake and for the sake of your children, so moved are we by your troubles."
"Where shall we find the strength? We must look within, and the strength of righteousness and justice shall carry us through. And whatever strength you may lend us through your kind and generous heart, through your gifts of food, water, weapons, any spare change, random magical items, healing potions, acid flasks, rope, torches, picks and shovels, and this brilliantly carved walking staff. For really, what are these base material goods but dust in your mouth without your precious darlings to give meaning and purpose to your life? Are not these few simple goods a worthy investment in the noble quest of we, your gnomish champions, to rescue your beloved urchins?"
OOC: Cast Charm Person DC 13, Bluff +5
AmorFati
First Post
"I don't know what secret, I only know it was a secret, but my kids, I think they knew more of it that I." In response to Bilgewhistles quesions, the old woman smiles sadly. "Sharwy is a practicioner of magic, and Talgen is good with the sword... they also traveled with a Paladin of Pelor and a ranger, so they would be able to defend themselves... However, it's been a month now, and they're still out there.. I fear the worst, but hope for the best."
As Malexander works his charms on the old woman, a distant look enters her eyes, and she willingly answers anything he asks. "I would gladly pay anything to get my young ones back! I am not a rich woman though, but I will gladly offer one hundred and twenty-five gold pieces if you bring back their signet rings. Twice that, if they are still alive! Yes, the pain! It is unbearable!" She burst into crying, but soon compose herself, wether she likes it or not, to answer more questions. "Look around the shop. I will be happy to cut my prices in half for you! Just the thought of getting Shar and Talgen back, oh it is almost too much to bear! Look around, please! Tell me what you want!"
[sblock]Rolled a 7 on Will save. Charmed!
The shop contains all adventure gear from the PHB, and the prices will be half what is listed there. [/sblock]
As Malexander works his charms on the old woman, a distant look enters her eyes, and she willingly answers anything he asks. "I would gladly pay anything to get my young ones back! I am not a rich woman though, but I will gladly offer one hundred and twenty-five gold pieces if you bring back their signet rings. Twice that, if they are still alive! Yes, the pain! It is unbearable!" She burst into crying, but soon compose herself, wether she likes it or not, to answer more questions. "Look around the shop. I will be happy to cut my prices in half for you! Just the thought of getting Shar and Talgen back, oh it is almost too much to bear! Look around, please! Tell me what you want!"
[sblock]Rolled a 7 on Will save. Charmed!
The shop contains all adventure gear from the PHB, and the prices will be half what is listed there. [/sblock]
tylermalan
First Post
*Pats his pockets with disdain*
"Well, it seems as though there be a hole in my clothing somewhere... can anyone mend this... Ma'am? Any place we can fill our waterskins?"
How are we going to eat?
"Well, it seems as though there be a hole in my clothing somewhere... can anyone mend this... Ma'am? Any place we can fill our waterskins?"
How are we going to eat?
Deuce Traveler
Adventurer
Plith frowns, then walks up to the old woman and gently tugs at her dress.
"Ma'am, I own only what you see before you, but in exchange for a handful of rations and an old waterskin I am willing to perform a ritual to lay St. Cuthbert's blessing to this place and a prayer that your kin are either safe, or that retribution will be served to those who may have harmed them."
"Ma'am, I own only what you see before you, but in exchange for a handful of rations and an old waterskin I am willing to perform a ritual to lay St. Cuthbert's blessing to this place and a prayer that your kin are either safe, or that retribution will be served to those who may have harmed them."
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*Tilcho merely listens as the others talk. He finds his curiosity piqued when he finds that the woman's children are missing*
He walks over to Ellawyn and says softly, "We should 'elp 'er. Her chill'uns are missin'." He says this as if Ellawyn did not hear the tale herself.
He notices how the others are asking for things, and he considers, looking at his halberd. To him, he needs naught else, so falls into silence once more.
He walks over to Ellawyn and says softly, "We should 'elp 'er. Her chill'uns are missin'." He says this as if Ellawyn did not hear the tale herself.
He notices how the others are asking for things, and he considers, looking at his halberd. To him, he needs naught else, so falls into silence once more.
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Guest 11456
Guest
Ellawyn
*The juvenile gnome steps up and points to a new looking mandolin laying on a self nearby.*
"How many gold for that fine instrument?"
*The juvenile gnome steps up and points to a new looking mandolin laying on a self nearby.*
"How many gold for that fine instrument?"
AmorFati
First Post
Responding to the questions, the old woman giggles and smiles. "Yes, a blessing would be wonderfull! I havn't had one of those since..." her voice trail off, and she looks at the young gnome with puzzlement. "Oh my, you're a tiny one! You want that dear old mandolin? For you my friend, I will only want two and a half gold coin, and I'll throw in some water for you all as well, free of charge of course."
