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Post by xerxez on Dec 21, 2023 9:52:55 GMT -6
Tek (chicagowhiz) : No, F'sal's companions don't seem surprised. They appear to have a history together judging by their apparent affinity and easy manners. As far as you can tell, the others present (the tribal Outlanders) are unacquainted with the merchant except in very brief manner but they seem to possess some standing here as warriors and, of course, the priest. You are curious as to why na'kome..clanless foreigners...have such footing here but surmise there must be a reason.
Mohammad (dtspurrier): The Pygmy creature nods at you.
"Well," N'fret says. "That is unfortunate. Perhaps you can offer money for her safe return? She must be very beautiful if the Green Lady's people have taken her."
Mi'kimu (flightcommander) Be'van seems to fall into a trance, which to the less attuned might seem owing to the drink but which Mi'kimu recognizes as an indication of falling into his psychic powers....
F'SAL: "The guide whom I have hired is an A'hoggya whose working name is Char'gonga. A mercenary..the creature has served in several campaigns of the Empire and is as distinguished for its martial valor as its...well, why sugar-coat it..revolting manners and habits. A true A'hoggya, eh?
I dined with it once..I could not eat for two days afterward. Belly Gas, I now name it.
That said, Char'gonga is a capable warrior with two sword-companions of the same kind...I think one or perhaps both are its mate or mates.
With A'hoggya, once can never tell.
Suffice it to say this one has agreed to not only guide us upon landfall but also to act as an agent of parley...it apparently has some status there, having grown up in the place to which we voyage.
If we were to trespass that land without an A'hoggya to vouch for us, we would likely die a most hideous death.
My reason for going there must as yet remain unknown.
The ship is set to sail a week from now...I can promise you danger and riches or death."
F'sal smiles thinly.
"What say you?"
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Post by dtspurrier1 on Dec 21, 2023 10:25:46 GMT -6
Mohammad realizing that Dakota maybe here but not sure where that shrine is says, " I would like to take part of the journey. I would also request someone here do some looking into the church of the lady of sins and see if my Dakota is being held there."
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Post by flightcommander on Dec 21, 2023 22:57:10 GMT -6
"Ah! An A'hoggya ... hmm — curious creatures, are they not? I have met only one. Traveling aboard ship with three of them for a week might, shall we say, test the mettle of my character. But no matter! There is always the crow's nest, where I should be alone with my thoughts and the fresh air."
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Post by chicagowiz on Dec 22, 2023 8:19:47 GMT -6
Tekar will glance at Amiyala to read her emotions and reactions to F'sal's discourse.
"What is the manner of recompense that you offer? Venturing into a land where we require A'hoggya to vouchsafe for us belies much more danger than your initial words may have indicated."
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Post by xerxez on Dec 22, 2023 16:01:32 GMT -6
F'SAL: "A man who sets business in order from the start is wise. I can promise each person who comes 800 Kaitar ...individually...plus all traveling expenses and a share in any incidental treasure.
There is a human settlement, I can say that, with a relatively safe harbor and an Imperial presence.
Our voyage will take us there and from thence we will travel into the lands of the A'hoggya...steaming swamps where travel will mostly be by boat and filled with scattered settlements of the creatures on patches of islands.
It will be extremely dangerous, even setting aside the A'hoggya. That's why I seek a sizeable party with good fighting men and magic users or priests.
Where we are going, Gas Belly informs me Ser'udla dragons are sometimes encountered in the swamps...and many other terrible things.
It sounds like these Outlanders are in...Amiyala can vouch for my business practices. I would be honored to have a member of Exalted Flame accompany us, but I won't lie...some or all may not see the return voyage.
Letters will be written up and a contract- it will detail what shall be done with any remains of unfortunates, burials and last wishes, which will be honored where it is within my power to do so...or, if I am among the fallen..my clan back in Salarv'ya."
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Post by chicagowiz on Dec 23, 2023 9:18:25 GMT -6
I'll observe Amiyala to see if she has any reactions to all this, while nodding to F'sal and appearing to contemplate his words.
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Post by xerxez on Dec 23, 2023 18:16:04 GMT -6
I'll observe Amiyala to see if she has any reactions to all this, while nodding to F'sal and appearing to contemplate his words. Her face remains as her poise, demure and calm, but you note she is a tough one to read. As you glance, there is a strange "sensation" at the edge of your mind, as though your mind was you standing by a window in a house as a passerby strolled by and glances in....it is not invasive or strong. You are able to betray no reaction to your having felt this, and you are unable to reach a source for the phenomenon as it is gone as quickly as it came....you feel confident, however that the inlooker did not "see you"... GM NOTE: The dinner continues and you may question or interact with anyone at the table you wish and we can hold this scene until it everyone has had a chance to act/speak to satisfaction.
Whenever the dinner is over you will all have one week...if you go on the voyage..to go where you will and do what you will in Ja'kalla. I remind you there is a Map uploaded of the city. Though our Nuroabites are only allowed to leave the Foreigner's Quarters with an escort (which Mistress Amiyala is willingto do), anything or anyplace you are interested in within the city is there for you to explore until sea-leave.
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Post by xerxez on Dec 24, 2023 5:41:00 GMT -6
I forgot to mention that in your goings about Ja'kalla, we need not necessarily role-play every action, we can post summarily.
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Post by dtspurrier1 on Dec 26, 2023 8:09:47 GMT -6
Mohammad will gather any basic supplies and see if any can look into the temple of the lady of the sin
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Post by makofan on Dec 26, 2023 11:26:33 GMT -6
Hi guys. I am taking a break this week until the New year, but Balesh will go along with whatever the party is doing, and happy to stand up to any foes they encounter
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Post by xerxez on Dec 26, 2023 17:39:27 GMT -6
I hope everyone had a great holiday or at least weathered it soundly! And Happy New Years Eve and an awesome 2024.
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Post by chicagowiz on Dec 26, 2023 18:16:18 GMT -6
Thanks and same to you and yours! I'll post Tekar's actions later this week
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Post by flightcommander on Dec 30, 2023 22:56:04 GMT -6
Mi'kimu still ponders the offer. "F'Sal, I commend discretion, but I must ask the nature of this mission — do we rescue? search? explore? pilfer? defend? slaughter? If nothing else, knowing the nature of the mission will help us prepare. Please enlighten us, as you may."
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Post by xerxez on Dec 31, 2023 23:58:48 GMT -6
Mi'kimu still ponders the offer. "F'Sal, I commend discretion, but I must ask the nature of this mission — do we rescue? search? explore? pilfer? defend? slaughter? If nothing else, knowing the nature of the mission will help us prepare. Please enlighten us, as you may." "Pilfer, my good man. I am in possession of knowledge of a location in these lands where, long forgotten, there lies a place of the Ancients. I seek to bring back some of their power to serve agents who will reward us richly and make sure the balance of the Empires is not disrupted by the Yan Kori threat in the North. It's obvious to all who dwell in the Five empires those devils will soon engage in open war with the Petal Throne. We are not to be mere thieves...no, what we will find shall tip the scales of the near future. If we grow rich from it, it is a reward for true service to civilization."
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Post by chicagowiz on Jan 1, 2024 17:43:17 GMT -6
I will observe as much as I can of F'Sal and his discussion throughout dinner. Comment to be socially polite, but absorbing as much as I can of what to expect. Will F'Sal be providing provisions (food, water, basics such as torches, exploring equipment - ropes, spikes, ladders, poles)? Beyond that, I have no other needs. I've PM'd you a question.
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Post by makofan on Jan 2, 2024 7:03:25 GMT -6
Balesh remarks "Patriotic, and self-advancing? It sounds like our duty"
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Post by flightcommander on Jan 2, 2024 22:33:59 GMT -6
"This task brings me joy! Does the Shen join us? For honor, I would fight alongside it."
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Post by dtspurrier1 on Jan 3, 2024 8:19:27 GMT -6
Mohammad is ready to proceed
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Post by xerxez on Jan 4, 2024 10:51:46 GMT -6
Balesh remarks "Patriotic, and self-advancing? It sounds like our duty"
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Post by xerxez on Jan 4, 2024 10:59:32 GMT -6
Balesh remarks "Patriotic, and self-advancing? It sounds like our duty" F'sal smiles. "A fine estate is best enjoyed in a secure state. War is coming, and I believe my own nation will fight beside the Petal Throne when Yan Kor makes its move. They are a barbaric people with abhorrent customs, which I begrudge no people, mind you, if that is their custom...but to think of Yan Kor becoming a real power and subjugating other nations and sweeping away real civilization is unthinkable."
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Post by xerxez on Jan 4, 2024 11:05:08 GMT -6
"This task brings me joy! Does the Shen join us? For honor, I would fight alongside it." Ba'ak Suul strikes the table thrice, another Shen gesture. "Aye, warrior. We shall tread that land together and gods help any d**n fool A'hoggya who even scratches his belly near his weapon." He pours Ma'ash generously in his mug and that of Balesh and Mi'kimu, and drains it in one gulp.
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Post by xerxez on Jan 4, 2024 11:06:46 GMT -6
I will observe as much as I can of F'Sal and his discussion throughout dinner. Comment to be socially polite, but absorbing as much as I can of what to expect. Will F'Sal be providing provisions (food, water, basics such as torches, exploring equipment - ropes, spikes, ladders, poles)? Beyond that, I have no other needs. I've PM'd you a question. He is willing to provide all food and a good deal of equipment. You suspect he has received some advance payment...
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Post by xerxez on Jan 4, 2024 11:07:44 GMT -6
Before we continue to the day of the voyage, is there anything anyone would like to do in Jakalla in the upcoming week?
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Post by dtspurrier1 on Jan 4, 2024 12:20:05 GMT -6
Mohammad will get supplies for the mission and will hire members to search for Dakota at either one of the brothels or the church of sin.
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Post by xerxez on Jan 4, 2024 13:04:52 GMT -6
Mohammad will get supplies for the mission and will hire members to search for Dakota at either one of the brothels or the church of sin. What supplies?Mohammad: The day after the meal where the voyage of F'sal was discussed you are in the common room of the hostel of Amiyala. In conversing with other patrons (inconspicuously, of course) you meet a suitable type- a foreigner who works for a low clan in Jakalla making dyes and grinding pigments for several brothels and sometimes even the Temple of Dla'melish. The dyes and pigments are used in various ways, mainly in make-up for the brotel hosts and hostesses but also for paintings upon the walls. "It's dangerous for a foreigner to be too inquisitive in the Great City," he says. "But I do hear things from time to time. For twelve Kaitar, I will seek information about this Dakota for you." His name is Gigrek. Short, portly and hailing from the isles in Tsol'ei in the sea of Ash'ul.
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Post by flightcommander on Jan 4, 2024 15:26:02 GMT -6
Mi'kimu wishes to speak to Fi'ru. As dangerous as our last mission was, this one might be worse. On the other hand, Mi'kimu would not deny the boy a chance at glory and service. So he would confer with him in private.
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Post by dtspurrier1 on Jan 4, 2024 15:28:44 GMT -6
Mohammad pays the man the coinage
(ooc not sure if we split money from the last adventure)
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Post by flightcommander on Jan 4, 2024 15:39:39 GMT -6
Besides that, I think Mi'kimu will purchase a fine shield — these are not much in use aboard-ship, where they get tangled in ropes and what-not. But this current endeavor suggests a shield may be beneficial. Mi'kimu will also purchase a fresh spear, having bestowed his own spear to Fi'ru.
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Post by xerxez on Jan 4, 2024 15:56:46 GMT -6
Mohammad pays the man the coinage (ooc not sure if we split money from the last adventure) Haven't looked it up but I know you have plenty! You will barely feel 12 Kaitair...He smiles at the glittering gold. "I will have something for you, mark me!"
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Post by xerxez on Jan 4, 2024 16:13:33 GMT -6
Mi'kimu wishes to speak to Fi'ru. As dangerous as our last mission was, this one might be worse. On the other hand, Mi'kimu would not deny the boy a chance at glory and service. So he would confer with him in private. Mi'kimu awakens next morning to find Fi'ru lying upon a rug on the floor with his hands behind his head, smiling as if in a pleasant dream, though wide awake, staring upwards. The Salarv'yani youth looks up at Mi'kimu as he rises and splashes water upon his face from the freshly poured laver... Fi'ru's face is one giant grin. "Good morning Master. I trust the feast last night was pleasant? Mine was! I was escorted by my Ta'ana out of the Foreigners Quarters last night. We had to meet in secret...though not of high clan, she is still Tsol'yani, so her clanhouse is off limits...but we shared a jug of wine and some cheese and bread in the Jakallan Gardens. La, why could I have not been born into a Jakallan clan? Ah well... her company is always sweet nonetheless."
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