[Unbounded World:The Aeterian Expedition] (Now With New And Improved Amulets!)

[Lichtenhart]

"Fair twilight, lady Storm Over Sea."
Duncan bows as before and wait for her to be gone before turning to his companions, his smile vanished, to make room for a warrior's resolution.
"We aren't there already and we're already being watched. We must be careful. I hope this mysterious person without a key is one of our employers, otherwise there will be trouble. Lots of trouble.
What do you think about her and her message?"

 

[Kalanyr]

Illessia nods and the howling gale around you ends.

"(Nerae)

Spoiler

Fair Twilight to you as well warrior

Farewell then. "

She then walks to the back of boat and steps off it into the water. As she vanishes the rain stops and the storm begins to break, but a strong wind continues blowing you towards Aeter.

 

[hafrogman]

Teppic turns to regard Duncan.

"We could not expect an undertaking of this calibre to go undetected. We are seeking an object of great power, it is not surprising that others seek it as well. However, I do not see why we should expect trouble from this source.

The message merely stated that we would be rewarded if we did as her father bid. If the one without a key is one of our employers they would have no need to entice us. They were most likely trying to bribe us into betraying those who hired us. An unpleasant tactic indeed, but they have not as of yet resorted to threats.

Do you know who she was? Most of your conversation with her was lost on me."

 

[Lichtenhart]

"We could not expect an undertaking of this calibre to go undetected. We are seeking an object of great power, it is not surprising that others seek it as well. However, I do not see why we should expect trouble from this source."

"Because it's a weapon specifically designed to kill them. It sure would get me nervy, and nervy people are usually sources of trouble."

The message merely stated that we would be rewarded if we did as her father bid. If the one without a key is one of our employers they would have no need to entice us. They were most likely trying to bribe us into betraying those who hired us. An unpleasant tactic indeed, but they have not as of yet resorted to threats.

"Well, I don't know how's the weather in your lands, but that huge storm was enough of a threat to me."

Do you know who she was? Most of your conversation with her was lost on me."

"I'm not sure who she is, but I've come to learn that a proper approach hides your strengths and often saves a fight. Her name means Storm Over Sea. She was only surprised that I knew her language. I only guessed she was a water fey, so I just tried talking in nerae.
Mmm there's something else that makes me think. She was afraid of being overheard. I wouldn't be surprised to meet someone else looking for that sword. By the way, Lochan, she said something about your land, and respect. What did she mean?"

 

[Kalanyr]

Although the journey should have lasted another 4 days, the strong wind behind you and the excellent weather finds you arriving at the docks of Aeter, capital of the desert nation of Aeter. The boat glides into the dock and the gang plank is cast down, revealing the bustling city that despite being obviously a shadow of its former glory is still one of the largest cities you've seen. In the distance you can see the top of the Temple of Aeter rising above everything else in the city barring the equally high palace of the Pharaoh, living heir of Aeter in the mortal world. The sun beats down on you as you observe this and everyone except Teppic notices that the heat is greater than what they are used to.

 

[Kalanyr]

OOC - For successfully dealing with Illesia each of you receive 5760 XP doubled to 11520 XP as is my policy for PBP games. Those of you who this levels up please make the necessary changes in your stat block, as soon as possible.

 

[hafrogman]

Teppic strolls down the gang plank and onto the solid docks of Aeter. He takes a deep breath and seems to be reveling in the heat. He turns to the others as they disembark.

"Oh, it is a good thing to be home! Welcome, to the city of Aeter!"

 

[Lichtenhart]

As Teppic breathes, Duncan lets out a deep sigh.
"I think I need something white to cover my armor with, or I'll be a boiled warrior. What about a tour to the markets, before starting our search? I could even be goaded in offering you all a fresh ale, or whatever else you drink in this country, Teppic. Show us the way!"

 

[hafrogman]

"Of course. I'm sure that we could all use some refreshment after our journey. We should be able to find something for you to drink, Duncan."

[ooc - As soon as everyone and their luggage is off ship, Teppic will lead them to a respectable tavern of some sort, assuming that nothing happens and there isn't anyone here to meet them]

 

[Ferrix]

As they arrive in the hot port, Lochan basks for a moment in the heat. Turning to his companions he says "in my land the spirits hold sway; they are our guides as the deities are for those in the Western lands. The wonders of nature are our reverence rather than those on high. Shall we then?" He gestures into the market place.