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<blockquote data-quote="Aust Meliamne" data-source="post: 892" data-attributes="member: 95"><p>Yay!!! An update for goodness, now we are getting to the good stuff. Strangeness will abound from hear on out, oh I just love this game. And next session will definitely have some buttkicking for goodness.</p><p>Quell, the next morning after the first night of the Festival of Apples:</p><p></p><p>The time of revelations was at hand, for our intrepid group of heroes. The list of enemies against them steadily grew, and their knowledge was painfully small, and non-existent in some places. Agis had decided to call a meeting to decipher all the details, which they had available, and piece together, the next plan of action. This would definitely be interesting. </p><p></p><p>„h The Eye was a key, that much they knew and their enemies obviously were seeking it for some foul purpose, but to what end they did not know. But it was decided that they should retrieve the Eye, from Lucas, and discern its use.</p><p></p><p>„h Behind this veil of secrecy and villains was the Shadis Masin, an unknown dark entity hinted at in stories and tales across Faerun. The heroes are not quite sure who or what this Shadis Masin is, but it is a good bet they stand first and foremost among their shadowy enemies. </p><p></p><p>„h Their enemies are currently involved in some type of internal schism, due to some unknown player known only as the Usurper, again their knowledge is limited here but the role he plays in this scheme may prove to be both a curse and a blessing. This inner schism is also tying up precious resources, which has allowed the heroes to survive thus far.</p><p></p><p>„h The heroes have also found the site of an important location called the Citadel of Honin Tau, in the mountains about a tendays travel into the rugged mountains. The citadel is supposedly the location of a fallen hero, called Lathos. His tie into this is that the forces of the Shadis Masin have used his symbol on their shields and finery. The symbol being a crescent moon with a red teardrop, it is suspected they are using his story, that of a valiant hero fighting a tyrannous government, to fuel their ambitions and propaganda. This will be their next target, in their investigation.</p><p></p><p>„h The citadel is also tied to an ancient race of beings that predate the elves, their names are lost to history, but it stands as an item of discussion. The characters are not quite sure what to expect, but are hopefully prepared for anything.</p><p></p><p>At the end of the meeting, the characters were resolved to venture to the north and find this citadel. They would leave on the morrow, but first they needed supplies and they needed to find Lucas to retrieve the Eye just in case it was needed. The party decided to do some shopping picking up various supplies that would be needed for the journey. </p><p></p><p>Xenon was out and about looking for magic supplies to scribe some scrolls when he ran into a strange woman, a dark swarthy skinned half-elf with a familiar accent. Xenon was intrigued by her demeanor and struck up a conversation with her. It seems that she too was from Chessentia and was a traveler, an outcast for her ancestry. She was pleased to meet another Chessentan, but was even more surprised when Xenon invited her to stay at the Reave Manse as a guest. Though Xenon had his own scheme up his sleeve, always the paranoid and pragmatic individual, he suspected she might be an assassin sent from Luthcheq, he was obviously wary. </p><p></p><p>Rhea was having a hard time of it though being drow and all, a Moon Elf merchant outright refused to sell her any healing supplies. Though with Talindra¡¦s help she was able to gather the needed supplies. Of course Talindra threw in the fact that the goods were for the drow, which incensed the moon elf to no end. During this time Talindra also used her ring given to her by Owen to try and contact Lucas, in hopes of finding him and retrieving the Eye.</p><p></p><p>¡§Lucas are you there?¡¨ Talindra asked nervously via mindspeak.</p><p></p><p>¡§Yes, Talindra, I knew it would be a matter of time before you came looking for me. That meeting was highly informative, I must say,¡¨ Lucas paused, ¡§I am in the park awaiting you.¡¨</p><p></p><p>¡§You heard all of that?¡¨</p><p></p><p>¡§I created these rings for more then just mindspeak, they are quite versatile.¡¨</p><p></p><p>¡§You amaze me Lucas, I will meet as soon as I am able,¡¨ she replied nervously, glancing at the plain silver ring.</p><p></p><p>Talindra turned to the group announcing she knew where Lucas was, and led them through the city to the park in question. The snow painted the park with downy white powder. The trees were bear and the small pond and creek was iced over. Near the pond stood Lucas, wearing a light blue cloak, looking spry for an older man. His chiseled thin features creased in his familiar enigmatic smile. Talindra stopped looking relieved, and introduced the party to Lucas.</p><p></p><p>Lucas smiled, ¡§It seems that time has come full circle,¡¨ he paused, ¡§but despite the changes the dangers are still the same.¡¨</p><p></p><p>Talindra looked puzzled, ¡§What do you mean?¡¨</p><p></p><p>¡§You have come for the Eye, it was only a matter of time, before it would be needed,¡¨ he leaned lightly against his staff.</p><p></p><p>Xenon smiled, ¡§It seems you are one step ahead of us old man, but yes we are here for the Eye, please hand it over.¡¨</p><p></p><p>Lucas nearly laughed, ¡§Do you know the secret of the Eye? You don¡¦t do you, it is magnificent in its simplicity, and I have searched for this for countless years. Time is growing short, we are involved in a race, we cannot lose.¡¨</p><p></p><p>Kyoko was about to speak but kept silent, various thoughts rushing through her mind. Thev was silent simply watching the conversation with interest, while Aust waited to see just what all this fuss was about. Talindra spoke up; ¡§I am not quite sure what you are saying Lucas, but do you think it is wise to speak so openly in such a place?¡¨</p><p></p><p>Lucas nodded, ¡§I agree give me a moment,¡¨ with that he concentrated holding out his free hand. The hand shimmered with scintillating colors then an outward pulse of energy exploded harmlessly enshrouding the group in a bubble. The outside world looked murky and distorted. Lucas smiled, ¡§There we may continue with absolute secrecy.¡¨</p><p></p><p>Xenon was taken back by the display of mastery in the Art, he smiled inwardly, Lucas was not a man to trifle with, not by any means. Xenon tried to decipher the magic but found that the workings of it were far too complex to fathom in such a brief time.</p><p></p><p>Lucas continued, ¡§The Eye is a key, and like any key it must have a door to be used correctly. It is a key that will open a path between worlds, if I am correct. This is what the Shadis Masin seek so fervently, and what we shall deny them.¡¨</p><p></p><p>Xenon nodded, ¡§What world will this Eye lead to?¡¨</p><p></p><p>¡§That I do not know, I know only the purpose, the how and why are beyond my knowledge young mage,¡¨ he replied.</p><p></p><p>Kyoko spoke up, ¡§And I suppose you think this doorway is at the Citadel of Honin Tau?¡¨</p><p></p><p>Lucas nodded, ¡§It is a distinct possibility, we can infer that somehow this Lathos legend has become mixed into this dark business.¡¨</p><p></p><p>Kyoko nodded, ¡§Then this is all possibly connected.¡¨</p><p></p><p>Xenon spoke up, ¡§Well where is this Eye now?¡¨</p><p></p><p>Lucas pulled it from his robes, ¡§Here¡K waiting for you take on the destiny. But I warn you once you take it, you will be drawn along its path, and you will become players in something far larger then you can possibly imagine.¡¨</p><p></p><p>Xenon looked at the Eye for a moment then grasped it in his hands, ¡§I see.¡¨</p><p>Lucas simply smirked, ¡§Then take it Xenon, and guard it well,¡¨ he sighed as if a weight had been taken off his shoulders, ¡§my time here is growing short. Talindra before I go, I wish to give you something, a gift I mean to give to your father before he passed.¡¨</p><p></p><p>Talindra stepped forward looking puzzled, ¡§A gift, but, I couldn¡¦t accept such a thing, you have done so much for me already Lucas.¡¨</p><p></p><p>Lucas reached into his cloak and withdrew a longsword hewn of a clack metal with an ebony hilt, the black blade twinkled with starry light, ¡§This was to be for your father, but with his untimely demise I have held it until I felt it was fitting to pass the blade on to you Talindra.¡¨</p><p></p><p>Talindra blinked looking at the sword, ¡§It is beautiful.¡¨ The rest of the party looked on at the wonderful blade, most with awe some with a small amount of jealousy.</p><p></p><p>¡§Here take it, it is your birthright.¡¨</p><p></p><p>Talindra accepted the blade, ¡§I will call it Midnight¡K¡¨ admiring the sheer beauty of the magical blade.</p><p></p><p>¡§I hope it will serve you well Talindra, to the rest, be well on your journey, forces are allying against you as we speak. The path you now take will be wrought with danger, but stay true to the course and you will prevail,¡¨ with that he waved his hand and the bubble vanished, and he too faded from sight.</p><p></p><p>The group was left to their devices and decided to meet in the morning to set out on their journey. The group parted ways, Xenon to the Reave Manse and the rest of the party to the Beltaine Manse. Xenon spent the night in careful preparation, working on spells and scribing scrolls. Aust and Talindra engaged in another duel while Thev watched, and Aust redeemed himself this time. Rhea was in prayer seeking the right path, and to find solace in her goddess.</p><p></p><p>As Rhea prayed and tried to clear her mind she heard a faint cry in her mind, ¡§Can you hear me?¡¨</p><p></p><p>Rhea looked around shaken from her revelry, ¡§What, where are you?¡¨</p><p></p><p>¡§I do not know,¡¨ the voice called, feminine and soft, ¡§but my time is growing short, you must help us. You must retrieve the Titan; it is our only hope. You are the one, the one chosen by Serael, and my time¡K¡¨ the voice faded off.</p><p></p><p>Rhea looked around confused; the voice had come and gone so quickly. She couldn¡¦t make heads or tails of what it was talking about, or what it meant by the cryptic words. She shook off the feeling and returned to her prayer, troubled.</p><p></p><p>Kyoko was upstairs cooling off; her and Xenon had been bumping heads since they met each other. The two were fast on the way to being rivals, and worse. She had just taken a seat when she sensed another presence in the room.</p><p></p><p>¡§Well how yah doing toots?¡¨ a sly deep voice rang out.</p><p></p><p>Kyoko looked around searching for the source of the voice, ¡§Who is that, who is there?¡¨</p><p></p><p>¡§Hey down here babe,¡¨ the voice called.</p><p></p><p>Kyoko looked down and to her astonished eyes was staring at a badger, ¡§What the?!?¡¨</p><p></p><p>¡§Hey what you never seen a talking badger before?¡¨</p><p></p><p>Kyoko nearly fell over in shock, ¡§What in the seven hells¡¨ she paused, ¡§Badger Tom!¡¨</p><p></p><p>¡§In the flesh, so how you doing?¡¨ his deep voice oozing cheap sexuality.</p><p></p><p>¡§What in the hell are you doing, and how come you can talk?¡¨ Kyoko kept her hand tight on rapier¡¦s hilt.</p><p></p><p>¡§Well from what I hear you are headed to the Citadel of Honin Tau, and I think I should accompany you,¡¨ he said making himself comfortable on the bed.</p><p></p><p>¡§Okay, first off you are a talking badger and now you think you can help us?¡¨</p><p></p><p>¡§Well yes, but I have several skills.¡¨</p><p></p><p>¡§You are a demon, you must be.¡¨</p><p></p><p>¡§No I am not a demon, you mortals can be so droll, demon this and demon that, ¡§ he shifted, ¡§I can help you, besides I want to see for myself this citadel, and where the Eye leads.¡¨</p><p></p><p>¡§How do you know about the Eye?¡¨ she said warily.</p><p></p><p>¡§I know many things, Kyoko Monroe,¡¨ he laughed, ¡§but enough talk lets just get physical babe.¡¨</p><p></p><p>¡§With a badger, that is just too weird for me.¡¨</p><p></p><p>¡§What you think I am too much for you?¡¨ He rolled over, ¡§I know just about any way to please a woman and then some. 50,000 years of experience can teach you a thing or two.¡¨</p><p></p><p>Kyoko shook her head, things were already weird, but now they just took an even stranger turn. Tom s he liked to be called was an immortal, and he seemed to know things that a badger rightfully shouldn¡¦t. Course he also displayed an ability to shapeshift, why he chose the form of a badger she could not fathom. He was determined though to go with them, and said he could be useful, how useful remained to be seen, and which Kyoko doubted but decided to ask the others before she refused the little guy. Surprisingly the others were of course shocked, but decided to let the badger join along.</p><p></p><p>The group rested the night away, and set out in the morning on their journey. The group proceeded up into the hills, then into the mountains north of Quell into the freezing cold. Kyoko found a note from Agis Beltaine, stating that he hoped she came back safe and sound. She pocketed the letter with a smile, and continued to entertain the group with stories as they passed into evergreen forests of white and green. The group was moving at a brisk pace when Talindra spotted smoke, not from a campfire but from something far larger looming over the tree line. The group decided to check it out, sending Talindra and Kyoko to investigate.</p><p></p><p>Talindra and Kyoko crept closer to get a better view, Talindra a bit more noise then Kyoko cared to hear as they moved forward silently. As they broke through the brush and snow, a burning cabin was brought into view, two dead bodies lay in the snow their blood pooling. Talindra shushed the shocked Kyoko, as a large brutish humanoid came into view hefting a greatsword in one hand and a strange looking longsword in the other. Talindra drew her bow slowly, only to hear a feral growl to her right. She turned just in time to see a charging bear come roaring down through the brush line.</p><p></p><p>Kyoko screamed loudly, as Talindra braced for attack. The rest of the group charged to join the fray. But the tale of that battle will be for another day.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Aust Meliamne, post: 892, member: 95"] Yay!!! An update for goodness, now we are getting to the good stuff. Strangeness will abound from hear on out, oh I just love this game. And next session will definitely have some buttkicking for goodness. Quell, the next morning after the first night of the Festival of Apples: The time of revelations was at hand, for our intrepid group of heroes. The list of enemies against them steadily grew, and their knowledge was painfully small, and non-existent in some places. Agis had decided to call a meeting to decipher all the details, which they had available, and piece together, the next plan of action. This would definitely be interesting. „h The Eye was a key, that much they knew and their enemies obviously were seeking it for some foul purpose, but to what end they did not know. But it was decided that they should retrieve the Eye, from Lucas, and discern its use. „h Behind this veil of secrecy and villains was the Shadis Masin, an unknown dark entity hinted at in stories and tales across Faerun. The heroes are not quite sure who or what this Shadis Masin is, but it is a good bet they stand first and foremost among their shadowy enemies. „h Their enemies are currently involved in some type of internal schism, due to some unknown player known only as the Usurper, again their knowledge is limited here but the role he plays in this scheme may prove to be both a curse and a blessing. This inner schism is also tying up precious resources, which has allowed the heroes to survive thus far. „h The heroes have also found the site of an important location called the Citadel of Honin Tau, in the mountains about a tendays travel into the rugged mountains. The citadel is supposedly the location of a fallen hero, called Lathos. His tie into this is that the forces of the Shadis Masin have used his symbol on their shields and finery. The symbol being a crescent moon with a red teardrop, it is suspected they are using his story, that of a valiant hero fighting a tyrannous government, to fuel their ambitions and propaganda. This will be their next target, in their investigation. „h The citadel is also tied to an ancient race of beings that predate the elves, their names are lost to history, but it stands as an item of discussion. The characters are not quite sure what to expect, but are hopefully prepared for anything. At the end of the meeting, the characters were resolved to venture to the north and find this citadel. They would leave on the morrow, but first they needed supplies and they needed to find Lucas to retrieve the Eye just in case it was needed. The party decided to do some shopping picking up various supplies that would be needed for the journey. Xenon was out and about looking for magic supplies to scribe some scrolls when he ran into a strange woman, a dark swarthy skinned half-elf with a familiar accent. Xenon was intrigued by her demeanor and struck up a conversation with her. It seems that she too was from Chessentia and was a traveler, an outcast for her ancestry. She was pleased to meet another Chessentan, but was even more surprised when Xenon invited her to stay at the Reave Manse as a guest. Though Xenon had his own scheme up his sleeve, always the paranoid and pragmatic individual, he suspected she might be an assassin sent from Luthcheq, he was obviously wary. Rhea was having a hard time of it though being drow and all, a Moon Elf merchant outright refused to sell her any healing supplies. Though with Talindra¡¦s help she was able to gather the needed supplies. Of course Talindra threw in the fact that the goods were for the drow, which incensed the moon elf to no end. During this time Talindra also used her ring given to her by Owen to try and contact Lucas, in hopes of finding him and retrieving the Eye. ¡§Lucas are you there?¡¨ Talindra asked nervously via mindspeak. ¡§Yes, Talindra, I knew it would be a matter of time before you came looking for me. That meeting was highly informative, I must say,¡¨ Lucas paused, ¡§I am in the park awaiting you.¡¨ ¡§You heard all of that?¡¨ ¡§I created these rings for more then just mindspeak, they are quite versatile.¡¨ ¡§You amaze me Lucas, I will meet as soon as I am able,¡¨ she replied nervously, glancing at the plain silver ring. Talindra turned to the group announcing she knew where Lucas was, and led them through the city to the park in question. The snow painted the park with downy white powder. The trees were bear and the small pond and creek was iced over. Near the pond stood Lucas, wearing a light blue cloak, looking spry for an older man. His chiseled thin features creased in his familiar enigmatic smile. Talindra stopped looking relieved, and introduced the party to Lucas. Lucas smiled, ¡§It seems that time has come full circle,¡¨ he paused, ¡§but despite the changes the dangers are still the same.¡¨ Talindra looked puzzled, ¡§What do you mean?¡¨ ¡§You have come for the Eye, it was only a matter of time, before it would be needed,¡¨ he leaned lightly against his staff. Xenon smiled, ¡§It seems you are one step ahead of us old man, but yes we are here for the Eye, please hand it over.¡¨ Lucas nearly laughed, ¡§Do you know the secret of the Eye? You don¡¦t do you, it is magnificent in its simplicity, and I have searched for this for countless years. Time is growing short, we are involved in a race, we cannot lose.¡¨ Kyoko was about to speak but kept silent, various thoughts rushing through her mind. Thev was silent simply watching the conversation with interest, while Aust waited to see just what all this fuss was about. Talindra spoke up; ¡§I am not quite sure what you are saying Lucas, but do you think it is wise to speak so openly in such a place?¡¨ Lucas nodded, ¡§I agree give me a moment,¡¨ with that he concentrated holding out his free hand. The hand shimmered with scintillating colors then an outward pulse of energy exploded harmlessly enshrouding the group in a bubble. The outside world looked murky and distorted. Lucas smiled, ¡§There we may continue with absolute secrecy.¡¨ Xenon was taken back by the display of mastery in the Art, he smiled inwardly, Lucas was not a man to trifle with, not by any means. Xenon tried to decipher the magic but found that the workings of it were far too complex to fathom in such a brief time. Lucas continued, ¡§The Eye is a key, and like any key it must have a door to be used correctly. It is a key that will open a path between worlds, if I am correct. This is what the Shadis Masin seek so fervently, and what we shall deny them.¡¨ Xenon nodded, ¡§What world will this Eye lead to?¡¨ ¡§That I do not know, I know only the purpose, the how and why are beyond my knowledge young mage,¡¨ he replied. Kyoko spoke up, ¡§And I suppose you think this doorway is at the Citadel of Honin Tau?¡¨ Lucas nodded, ¡§It is a distinct possibility, we can infer that somehow this Lathos legend has become mixed into this dark business.¡¨ Kyoko nodded, ¡§Then this is all possibly connected.¡¨ Xenon spoke up, ¡§Well where is this Eye now?¡¨ Lucas pulled it from his robes, ¡§Here¡K waiting for you take on the destiny. But I warn you once you take it, you will be drawn along its path, and you will become players in something far larger then you can possibly imagine.¡¨ Xenon looked at the Eye for a moment then grasped it in his hands, ¡§I see.¡¨ Lucas simply smirked, ¡§Then take it Xenon, and guard it well,¡¨ he sighed as if a weight had been taken off his shoulders, ¡§my time here is growing short. Talindra before I go, I wish to give you something, a gift I mean to give to your father before he passed.¡¨ Talindra stepped forward looking puzzled, ¡§A gift, but, I couldn¡¦t accept such a thing, you have done so much for me already Lucas.¡¨ Lucas reached into his cloak and withdrew a longsword hewn of a clack metal with an ebony hilt, the black blade twinkled with starry light, ¡§This was to be for your father, but with his untimely demise I have held it until I felt it was fitting to pass the blade on to you Talindra.¡¨ Talindra blinked looking at the sword, ¡§It is beautiful.¡¨ The rest of the party looked on at the wonderful blade, most with awe some with a small amount of jealousy. ¡§Here take it, it is your birthright.¡¨ Talindra accepted the blade, ¡§I will call it Midnight¡K¡¨ admiring the sheer beauty of the magical blade. ¡§I hope it will serve you well Talindra, to the rest, be well on your journey, forces are allying against you as we speak. The path you now take will be wrought with danger, but stay true to the course and you will prevail,¡¨ with that he waved his hand and the bubble vanished, and he too faded from sight. The group was left to their devices and decided to meet in the morning to set out on their journey. The group parted ways, Xenon to the Reave Manse and the rest of the party to the Beltaine Manse. Xenon spent the night in careful preparation, working on spells and scribing scrolls. Aust and Talindra engaged in another duel while Thev watched, and Aust redeemed himself this time. Rhea was in prayer seeking the right path, and to find solace in her goddess. As Rhea prayed and tried to clear her mind she heard a faint cry in her mind, ¡§Can you hear me?¡¨ Rhea looked around shaken from her revelry, ¡§What, where are you?¡¨ ¡§I do not know,¡¨ the voice called, feminine and soft, ¡§but my time is growing short, you must help us. You must retrieve the Titan; it is our only hope. You are the one, the one chosen by Serael, and my time¡K¡¨ the voice faded off. Rhea looked around confused; the voice had come and gone so quickly. She couldn¡¦t make heads or tails of what it was talking about, or what it meant by the cryptic words. She shook off the feeling and returned to her prayer, troubled. Kyoko was upstairs cooling off; her and Xenon had been bumping heads since they met each other. The two were fast on the way to being rivals, and worse. She had just taken a seat when she sensed another presence in the room. ¡§Well how yah doing toots?¡¨ a sly deep voice rang out. Kyoko looked around searching for the source of the voice, ¡§Who is that, who is there?¡¨ ¡§Hey down here babe,¡¨ the voice called. Kyoko looked down and to her astonished eyes was staring at a badger, ¡§What the?!?¡¨ ¡§Hey what you never seen a talking badger before?¡¨ Kyoko nearly fell over in shock, ¡§What in the seven hells¡¨ she paused, ¡§Badger Tom!¡¨ ¡§In the flesh, so how you doing?¡¨ his deep voice oozing cheap sexuality. ¡§What in the hell are you doing, and how come you can talk?¡¨ Kyoko kept her hand tight on rapier¡¦s hilt. ¡§Well from what I hear you are headed to the Citadel of Honin Tau, and I think I should accompany you,¡¨ he said making himself comfortable on the bed. ¡§Okay, first off you are a talking badger and now you think you can help us?¡¨ ¡§Well yes, but I have several skills.¡¨ ¡§You are a demon, you must be.¡¨ ¡§No I am not a demon, you mortals can be so droll, demon this and demon that, ¡§ he shifted, ¡§I can help you, besides I want to see for myself this citadel, and where the Eye leads.¡¨ ¡§How do you know about the Eye?¡¨ she said warily. ¡§I know many things, Kyoko Monroe,¡¨ he laughed, ¡§but enough talk lets just get physical babe.¡¨ ¡§With a badger, that is just too weird for me.¡¨ ¡§What you think I am too much for you?¡¨ He rolled over, ¡§I know just about any way to please a woman and then some. 50,000 years of experience can teach you a thing or two.¡¨ Kyoko shook her head, things were already weird, but now they just took an even stranger turn. Tom s he liked to be called was an immortal, and he seemed to know things that a badger rightfully shouldn¡¦t. Course he also displayed an ability to shapeshift, why he chose the form of a badger she could not fathom. He was determined though to go with them, and said he could be useful, how useful remained to be seen, and which Kyoko doubted but decided to ask the others before she refused the little guy. Surprisingly the others were of course shocked, but decided to let the badger join along. The group rested the night away, and set out in the morning on their journey. The group proceeded up into the hills, then into the mountains north of Quell into the freezing cold. Kyoko found a note from Agis Beltaine, stating that he hoped she came back safe and sound. She pocketed the letter with a smile, and continued to entertain the group with stories as they passed into evergreen forests of white and green. The group was moving at a brisk pace when Talindra spotted smoke, not from a campfire but from something far larger looming over the tree line. The group decided to check it out, sending Talindra and Kyoko to investigate. Talindra and Kyoko crept closer to get a better view, Talindra a bit more noise then Kyoko cared to hear as they moved forward silently. As they broke through the brush and snow, a burning cabin was brought into view, two dead bodies lay in the snow their blood pooling. Talindra shushed the shocked Kyoko, as a large brutish humanoid came into view hefting a greatsword in one hand and a strange looking longsword in the other. Talindra drew her bow slowly, only to hear a feral growl to her right. She turned just in time to see a charging bear come roaring down through the brush line. Kyoko screamed loudly, as Talindra braced for attack. The rest of the group charged to join the fray. But the tale of that battle will be for another day. [/QUOTE]
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