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<blockquote data-quote="Carlo-One" data-source="post: 7870517" data-attributes="member: 7015827"><p><span style="font-size: 26px"><strong>Chapter IV: In Search of Ashnakzeroth</strong></span></p><p><span style="font-size: 22px"><strong>Journey to the Giant's Run Mountains</strong></span></p><p></p><p>The morning of Nightal 21 found the somewhat groggy companions having breakfast together at the Gatereach. Aerikoth informed the others that he would not be accompanying them to Thessar's that morning, nor on their planned journey to the Giant's Run mountains to find and speak with the dwarven Clan Ironhelm, explaining that it would be inconvenient for him to do so at this time. As they finished breakfast, Aerikoth again expressed his opinion that the journey was perhaps not the best place to put their energies, but he wished them well nonetheless.</p><p></p><p>Rahnee, Brok-Tul, Jokull and Veran made their way to Thessar's house at the Shore, where the retired warrior welcomed them with significantly more cheer than the previous night, when they had been searching for Jamal. Sitting in the semi-circle of chairs in front of his fireplace, they exchanged information with Thessar, who advised them on the best way to reach the Giant's Run mountains. Thessar told them to head west along Trader's Road and stop for the night either at the Reddansyr Crossroads, where a campground was conveniently located, or in the small town of Reddansyr, which was further to the south. A trail leading to the village of Mountaingate in the Giant's Run could be found southwest of the crossroads themselves, and Clan Ironhelm's valley was located nearby. Although Thessar had not been back to Ironhelm territory for some ten years, since he had completed his final job as a mercenary, he appreciated the party’s offer to send his regards to the clan. Thessar asked them to remind Aerikoth that he and the wizard had pending business, which Rahnee agreed to do. <em>(While I perhaps am not as cynical as my predecessor 'R' has shown himself to be regarding the wizard's motives and actions, I must admit to some puzzlement regarding the apparent utter lack of curiosity on his companions' part as to his plans in Westgate. --C)</em></p><p></p><p>After departing Thessar's house, the group made for Shalush Myrkeer's shop in the Market district to load up on supplies. Tents and bedrolls were purchased, along with other items deemed necessary for the long trip, although Brok-Tul had no luck in finding iron rations. Taking advantage of the clear skies, the four made their way across the city and set foot on Trader's Road, moving west at a brisk pace.</p><p></p><p>Once night fell, Rahnee began to feel poorly, complaining of flu-like symptoms. After a few more hours of travel in the cold and rain, she collapsed on the side of the road. While Brok-Tul and Veran tended to her, a group of bandits dressed in black suddenly appeared out of the dark night, setting upon the three companions who were still standing. Brok-Tul stood by Rahnee's prone form, protecting her from the onslaught, while Jokull and Veran fended off the initial attack and then went on the offensive. Jokull's sword cut a particularly vicious swath through their attackers and the bandits were soon defeated.</p><p></p><p>After looting the bandits’ bodies for the few valuables they carried, the three debated what to do. Given Rahnee's condition, it was decided to make for the nearest settlement, Reddansyr, once they reached the crossroads. Brok-Tul unlimbered his shield "Picnic Table" and made it into a stretcher for Rahnee's unconscious form, the three hauling it the best they could down the road.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Carlo-One, post: 7870517, member: 7015827"] [SIZE=7][B]Chapter IV: In Search of Ashnakzeroth[/B][/SIZE] [SIZE=6][B]Journey to the Giant's Run Mountains[/B][/SIZE] The morning of Nightal 21 found the somewhat groggy companions having breakfast together at the Gatereach. Aerikoth informed the others that he would not be accompanying them to Thessar's that morning, nor on their planned journey to the Giant's Run mountains to find and speak with the dwarven Clan Ironhelm, explaining that it would be inconvenient for him to do so at this time. As they finished breakfast, Aerikoth again expressed his opinion that the journey was perhaps not the best place to put their energies, but he wished them well nonetheless. Rahnee, Brok-Tul, Jokull and Veran made their way to Thessar's house at the Shore, where the retired warrior welcomed them with significantly more cheer than the previous night, when they had been searching for Jamal. Sitting in the semi-circle of chairs in front of his fireplace, they exchanged information with Thessar, who advised them on the best way to reach the Giant's Run mountains. Thessar told them to head west along Trader's Road and stop for the night either at the Reddansyr Crossroads, where a campground was conveniently located, or in the small town of Reddansyr, which was further to the south. A trail leading to the village of Mountaingate in the Giant's Run could be found southwest of the crossroads themselves, and Clan Ironhelm's valley was located nearby. Although Thessar had not been back to Ironhelm territory for some ten years, since he had completed his final job as a mercenary, he appreciated the party’s offer to send his regards to the clan. Thessar asked them to remind Aerikoth that he and the wizard had pending business, which Rahnee agreed to do. [I](While I perhaps am not as cynical as my predecessor 'R' has shown himself to be regarding the wizard's motives and actions, I must admit to some puzzlement regarding the apparent utter lack of curiosity on his companions' part as to his plans in Westgate. --C)[/I] After departing Thessar's house, the group made for Shalush Myrkeer's shop in the Market district to load up on supplies. Tents and bedrolls were purchased, along with other items deemed necessary for the long trip, although Brok-Tul had no luck in finding iron rations. Taking advantage of the clear skies, the four made their way across the city and set foot on Trader's Road, moving west at a brisk pace. Once night fell, Rahnee began to feel poorly, complaining of flu-like symptoms. After a few more hours of travel in the cold and rain, she collapsed on the side of the road. While Brok-Tul and Veran tended to her, a group of bandits dressed in black suddenly appeared out of the dark night, setting upon the three companions who were still standing. Brok-Tul stood by Rahnee's prone form, protecting her from the onslaught, while Jokull and Veran fended off the initial attack and then went on the offensive. Jokull's sword cut a particularly vicious swath through their attackers and the bandits were soon defeated. After looting the bandits’ bodies for the few valuables they carried, the three debated what to do. Given Rahnee's condition, it was decided to make for the nearest settlement, Reddansyr, once they reached the crossroads. Brok-Tul unlimbered his shield "Picnic Table" and made it into a stretcher for Rahnee's unconscious form, the three hauling it the best they could down the road. [/QUOTE]
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