The Underdark Primeval [IC]

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The judge looks down on the silent Dargo expectantly, an eyebrow raised.

"Surely this dwarf, part of our patrol, has something to say? Surely you have a statement to give?"

The judge stares at the silent dwarf a moment longer.

Dargo sees Colonel Arombar, one of the higher-up officers in command of his patrol. He gives Dargo a sour look, and says.

"Dargo! Even if you are a simpleton with no thoughts or feelings on the matter, at least give us your report!"

 

[Keia]

Dargo Golden, Half Deep Dragon Golden Dwarf (Fighter/Ranger)

"Surely this dwarf, part of our patrol, has something to say? Surely you have a statement to give?"

On the judge's orders, he was about to speak up when . . .

"Dargo! Even if you are a simpleton with no thoughts or feelings on the matter, at least give us your report!"

Dargo had tried to remain stoic, but was finding it difficult from the comment made by his peer. The colonel never did have a great deal of love or respect for him, but at least Dargo alway knew where he stood with the dwarf.

"Very well, colonel," Dargo started. "If it please the court, I, Dargo Golden, scout of Eartheart, will give my report of the incident . . . ."

He began with the attack on Lady Miria and how he came to make her acquaintance, then continued with the information reported to him from those who were also assisting her . . .

" . . . of course, as soon as we arrived at Eartheart and traveled to the prison we learned of the prison break. My companions and I made all haste to assist in quelling the uprising. When we discovered that it was the prisoners who apparently were innocent making the break, I ordered all hostility on both sides to cease. The combat did stop, and the prisoners were re-apprehended and healing was performed on those that it could," Dargo said, pausing and bowing his head slightly in memory and tribute of those that had fallen.

"I know not how this conflict in the prison started, nor can I speak to the intentions of those before us today. It is a sad day when noble dwarves have given up their lives following their duty. It is something we have all seen too many times before, yet it pains us no less."

"That said, when I ordered those prisoners to stand down, they did. They were lawfully held prisoners, but they were apparently innocent of the crime for which they were held," Dargo paused again, having spoken more to this point than he ever had up to this day.

"I am not certain that any additional loss of life or freedom would be a proper recompense to those who lost their lives. Perhaps it would be more fitting, that those who actually broke into Stonehammer pay for their crimes and these prisoner show their remorse and respect, by apprehending the real culprits in the name of those dwarves who had fallen. In this, I agree with Vuoor, here," Dargo finished. He had spoken the truth and spoken his mind . . as requested by the judge and his colonel - he only hoped he did more good than harm.

 

[Erekose13]

Morph remained silent during the testimonies given by his friends. When they finished, he corroborated their accounts without adding much additional detail.

 

[deadestdai]

Solli listened as each gave their testimony, he also stepped over to Danesa to offer her a little support after she had spoken.

These strangers had even stood up for him and his fellow prison-breakee's, which he admired. So, stiffly and bravely, he too made his voice heard, re-iterrating the tales told so far and vowing his innocence in the matter of tomb robbery.

As he painfully sat, he hoped that he'd die swiftly should all their efforts prove for naught.

 

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The judge makes a decision.

Lady Miria has been watching with great interest during the proceedings, giving encouraging smiles. As Vuoor suggests the prisoners be released to Lady Miria, she nods vigorously at him.

After the last of the group gave their testimony, the judge strokes his beard thoughtfully before making his determination.

"Under normal circumstances, I would sentence these criminals to life imprisonment. However, given the unusual circumstances of their arrest, and the current situation in the demesne of Clan Stronghammer, this court rules that the prisoners be remanded to the custody of Clan Stronghammer, where they will be charged with investigating this disturbing and very dangerous situation involving the illithid infiltration into their tomb and Eartheart. Once this situation is dealt with, this court will reconvene to discuss the disposition of the prisoners at that time, when their conduct under Lady Miria's supervision will become mitigating factors in their sentencing."

"Dargo Golden, you will accompany the prisoners and make sure they meet the conditions of their parole. Court is dismissed."

 

[Isida Kep'Tukari]

*Denasa starts to weep in relief, hugging Legs' cage to her, as the spider tries to give her a few comforting pats. She turns to follow their erstwhile rescuers, hoping they'll allow her to claim her possessions before going to investigate something as dangerous as illithids.*

 

[Keia]

Dargo Golden, Half Deep Dragon Golden Dwarf (Fighter/Ranger)

*Dargo nodded his understanding of the judge and looked to the colonel for reactions.*

'Well, this is a new twist to the life and times of Dargo Golden . . . warden and parole officer,' Dargo mused. He stood and looked to the prisoners, noting the relief on thier faces . . . he only hoped it was innocent relief and not guilty relief.

Dargo looked to Morph and Vuoor and asked, "I'd like your assistance on this task if you're able. You both handled yourselves very capably in our travels together."

 

[Keia]

...

 

[Erekose13]

"Absolutely Dargo, I would be happy to help a friend." Morph replies.

 

[Isida Kep'Tukari]

"Can..." Denasa asks in a very small voice, "Can we get our things back?" The gloaming looks very small, helpless, and pale, and is obviously very distressed. "And can someone let Legs out?" she asks, holding up a small metal cage containing a palm-sized spider.