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Post by greentongue on Nov 22, 2015 13:43:33 GMT -6
Kumahl: Waving to his brother and passing a nod to Priest Khivasha, Kumahl hurries down to join up with the porters and those returning to Clan Emerald Fisher.
"Who is leading this gathering? Am I, if so, don't be surprised if I get lost a time or two. After all I am new here."
Junior Priest Khivasha: "You have only to tell Infantryman Ghuru where you need to go and they will escort you there."
"Sending them to guide you is the least I can do for all you've done for me."
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Post by greentongue on Nov 22, 2015 13:44:34 GMT -6
Kumahl: "Infantryman Ghuru, thanks again for the escort. We need to first stop in the Foreign Quarters and then make our way back to the Temple of Thumis. Whenever you are ready, let us be off."
As the group departs, Kumahl gives a salute, "Be well my Brothers."
Huruyan: "Thanks for taking care of the equipment, Kumahl. We won't be to long and I will meet you back at the clan tonight."
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Post by greentongue on Nov 22, 2015 13:45:22 GMT -6
Junior Priest Khivasha lead Huruyan as they mounted the steps that raised them closer to the Gods. At the top of the pyramid were two pavilions one on the river side and one away away from it. These were sitting on an additional raised layer including a narrow walkway that ran between them. Worshipers could stand between the pavilions and in front of a large carved monument depicting scenes of Chegarra as a bearded hero of early middle age, fully armored and in battles against the forces of evil. His emblem of a glittering silver axe could be seen on the back wall of each pavilion above wide stairs leading down into the depths. There was a ledge below the monument covered with gifts to the God and incense holders to carry prayers to the heavens.
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Post by greentongue on Nov 22, 2015 13:45:40 GMT -6
Huruyan: "May we stop here for a moment to view the battle scenes?"
Junior Priest Khivasha: "Certainly, that is the purpose of this location."
"I'm not sure what was done where you hail from but here the inner temple is only open to those that are priests."
"Your clanhouse shrine and battlefield ceremonies are for the benefit of lay members such as yourself." "If you feel that your clan is not supporting your faith as much as you would like, we can arrange for a priest to visit your clanhouse shrine on holy days."
"Offerings can be given here if you would like us to include you in our prayers."
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Post by greentongue on Nov 22, 2015 13:46:42 GMT -6
Huruyan: "I will do that." Then Huruyan just admired the scenes on the monument.
--- Infantrymen Ghuru and Neqo led the small column back past the Temple of Thumis and through the sculptured landscape of the park to the tower gate. Everyone passed through the gate with only a pause to let their betters through first.
The guards were far more lax with people entering the Foreign Quarter than those trying to leave it.
As the party descended each tier of the broad thoroughfare the majority of the buildings became noticeably less maintained.
The clearing that served as a park in this area was barely more than dirt with a noticeable number of purple weeds mixed with the green ones. It looked like the only thing keeping them alive was the spilled water from the two fountains.
Soon the stench of home penetrated everything again as you exited the Gate of the Blue Towers and wound your way through the moored boats and floating platforms.
The guards in emerald green stopped their dicing just long enough to acknowledge your arrival at your clan boats.
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Post by greentongue on Nov 22, 2015 13:47:29 GMT -6
Huruyan: After admiring the battle scenes for a while Huruyan knelt and made a prayer of thanks to Chegarra, then he asked Junior Priest Khivasha to provide him with a guide to lead him to the clan boats.
Kumahl: Upon arriving at the clan boats, Kumahl sends a message for Senior Most Diver Uchang. When Uchang arrives, Kumahl greats him, "Brother Uchang, the suit worked marvelously. I have brought it back to your keeping." With that, Kumahl instructs the porters carrying the Suit to follow Uchang.
Kumahl stores the rest of his equipment and locates some burlap bags. Taking the rods from the remaining porter's basket, Kumahl secures and wraps the rods in the burlap. Securing a sling to shoulder the rods, Kumahl then rejoins the Infantryman.
"Infantryman Ghuru and Neqo, would you care to eat before we return to the Temple District?"
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