Tanma Posted October 4, 2011 Posted October 4, 2011 (edited) "I'm actually kind of against signing the contract. If it comes out that we are currently working for the Shadeaux, the Elves may become angry and take action. The last thing we want is to be fighting both the Brobric Elves and the Lion Knights. However, we have to sign if we want to find out anything of the Lion Knights' whereabouts. Maybe we could ask if the contract would still be agreeable even if we're already working for someone else?" "I agree, Cinna. Lying will get us nowhere." "I don't know, I seem to remember that the quest specifically stated that we were working for the Shadeaux. I wonder if the Brobric Elves have any way of communicating with the Hall... Mr. Shawe, do you know if they do?" "I agree, Thormanil. Lying would be a bad decision, but trying to fight them would be utter suicide." "That's one of the things that has been bothering me. Why do the Brobric Elves care about the Lion Knights? And more importantly: why are they taking action here in R'Klif?" "That's another good point. What if they suddenly ask us to start attacking innocent civilians or to raid the Hall? We have to make sure that we read the fine print just in case." De'kra nods, and understands again why Tomas was the leader. The shade's interactions with people up till now had been limited to only shallow interactions, this was much more complex. Honestly he should just sit back and let the more skilled talk, but he might strike a good point, eventually. "Guide say most interaction people remember," he clicked, "but memory play tricks. Back home...memories were stolen of thousands of years." Edited October 4, 2011 by Tanma
posades Posted October 4, 2011 Posted October 4, 2011 "I agree with Ad-Hoh, it seems the only way we're going to get any useful information out of them is to cooperate with them; we do however need to tread carefully, read the entire contract and make sure we do not put ourselves in a position that leaves us with little defense."
Tanma Posted October 5, 2011 Posted October 5, 2011 De'kra found it odd that they all seemed to be in agreement, yet no plan had been written in stone yet. "What heroes and I own exact words heroes and I say?" clicked the shade, "Heroes and I know to tread carefully, but what exact guidelines? Idea of what to or not to say might different between heroes. You think?"
Tamamono Posted October 5, 2011 Posted October 5, 2011 De'kra found it odd that they all seemed to be in agreement, yet no plan had been written in stone yet. "What heroes and I own exact words heroes and I say?" clicked the shade, "Heroes and I know to tread carefully, but what exact guidelines? Idea of what to or not to say might different between heroes. You think?" "Yes, before we go back out there, we have to figure out what we're going to say. Maybe we could come out and ask them if the contract would still be acceptable despite the fact that we're already working for another group? We don't have to name the Shadeaux specifically."
Darkdragon Posted October 5, 2011 Posted October 5, 2011 "Yes, before we go back out there, we have to figure out what we're going to say. Maybe we could come out and ask them if the contract would still be acceptable despite the fact that we're already working for another group? We don't have to name the Shadeaux specifically." We did already ask that and they said they could give us permission for that relationship if they have more details. I don't think they will give permission without knowing the actual name of the employer though.
Tamamono Posted October 5, 2011 Posted October 5, 2011 We did already ask that and they said they could give us permission for that relationship if they have more details. I don't think they will give permission without knowing the actual name of the employer though. "Oh, that's right... Unfortunately, I think we may end up having to tell them who we work for." "I still don't like this contract, but it's unlikely that we'll be able to get the information out of them if we don't sign it. Does anyone else have any ideas?"
Tanma Posted October 5, 2011 Posted October 5, 2011 "Oh, that's right... Unfortunately, I think we may end up having to tell them who we work for." "I still don't like this contract, but it's unlikely that we'll be able to get the information out of them if we don't sign it. Does anyone else have any ideas?" De'kra clicked, "I had suggest heroes and I tell elves; heroes and I hire from one of six houses. Might elves want more data, heroes and I state it in response to caravans being raided. Caravans tell elves it most likely Shadaeux or Crownies, because both houses merchants. But at same time Alchemists and Mages need to ship goods, so elves can not rule latter two houses out entirely. You think?"
Tamamono Posted October 5, 2011 Posted October 5, 2011 De'kra clicked, "I had suggest heroes and I tell elves; heroes and I hire from one of six houses. Might elves want more data, heroes and I state it in response to caravans being raided. Caravans tell elves it most likely Shadaeux or Crownies, because both houses merchants. But at same time Alchemists and Mages need to ship goods, so elves can not rule latter two houses out entirely. You think?" "No, I think they'll probably want the name of the house."
Tanma Posted October 5, 2011 Posted October 5, 2011 "No, I think they'll probably want the name of the house." De'kra clicks, "It why it work in stages. First only mention it one of six houses, then more might elves want more. Heroes and I not give elves all information at first, what might elves just stop at house? Heroes and I say first thing who hire us, no one take it back. But we give them more as elves ask, it give heroes and I more chances for safety. But might need, heroes and I reveal our hire-house, but not who guide."
Darkdragon Posted October 5, 2011 Posted October 5, 2011 I think De'kra has a good plan. if we need to end up revealing everything, our guide has already given his OK for that if it is necessary.
Tamamono Posted October 5, 2011 Posted October 5, 2011 De'kra clicks, "It why it work in stages. First only mention it one of six houses, then more might elves want more. Heroes and I not give elves all information at first, what might elves just stop at house? Heroes and I say first thing who hire us, no one take it back. But we give them more as elves ask, it give heroes and I more chances for safety. But might need, heroes and I reveal our hire-house, but not who guide." "That's a good idea, De'kra. If what Mr. Shawe says is true, and the Brobric Elves avoid much contact with the six noble houses, then just telling them that we work for one of those houses may be enough."
Tamamono Posted October 5, 2011 Posted October 5, 2011 "Have we reached a decision, then?" "I believe so."
Brickdoctor Posted October 5, 2011 Author Posted October 5, 2011 We attempted to reenter the main room, but the door was stuck...or intentionally jammed. Putting their weight into it, the party smashed open the door, to find a heated argument taking place. "-aux do it for us!" cried the female elf. "-ve no honor!" the male lieutenant was saying at the same time. Lord Keveak had his back turned, and was saying, "-id of 'em is what matters, not how it's don-" Without turning, Keveak spoke again, "Ah, heroes, have you reached a decision?"
Tamamono Posted October 5, 2011 Posted October 5, 2011 "Indeed we have. We will sign this contract of yours, but I'd like to read over the entire document first, just as a precaution. I hope you understand."
Tanma Posted October 5, 2011 Posted October 5, 2011 (edited) De'kra wondered if the "aux" referred to the Shadeaux. The shade decided it wasn't likely, as his vocabulary of this world was limited. For all he knew one of those weird endings to words was Aux, like that "a dead" ending used on verbs. And if you remove the Aux, you get the word shade, so it could work. Besides, the elves were arguing about it, that implied that at least one of them would be safe. Besides the guide had said that the elves were good at manipulating the houses, it is to be expected. And they weren't planning on telling their employers first thing anyway, so they are safe. Either way he says nothing. Edited October 5, 2011 by Tanma
Brickdoctor Posted October 5, 2011 Author Posted October 5, 2011 "Indeed we have. We will sign this contract of yours, but I'd like to read over the entire document first, just as a precaution. I hope you understand." Keveak turned and presented a parchment. Not much was written on it."I like to keep things short and simple." The members of the party listed below, previously hired as part of the organization of Heroica, in order to obtain information relating to and assist the Brobric Elves in expelling from the Island of Uland the vile enemy known as the Lion Knights, do now relinquish any previous priorities and submit themselves to the command of Lord Keveak, commander of the forces of the Brobric Elves assigned the task of engaging the Lion Knights in combat and currently present in the village of R'Kilf, agreeing that should the members of the party assist any other faction involved without the written consent of Lord Keveak, they will be taken and publicly executed by the Brobric Elves, and that this agreement cannot be terminated until the conclusion of the conflict, that is, when the Lion Knights are no longer present on Uland, though once the terms of the agreement are determined to be fulfilled, the members of the party are not required to lend their services to the Brobric Elves, even if the Lion Knights should return to Uland at a later time. The members of the party are as follows: Tomas, a Cleric, the leader of the party Cinna the Dark, a Mage Thormanil Nihai, a Barbarian Benji Carvenhall, a Ranger De'kra, a Rogue Ad-Hoh, a Mage Xander Unth'or, a Barbarian Sir Leo Aragon the Sentinel, a Knight "Is this acceptable?"
Tanma Posted October 5, 2011 Posted October 5, 2011 De'kra hoped that the cleric would know what to do, as the group was in danger. The shade wondered briefly that if elves decided to kill the team, how they would escape. De'kra was a Rogue, and could in theory help them escape. But that was a lot of pressure to deal with and his training was non existent. The shade silently hoped that he would remember something useful, as usually his memories just tell vague concepts that are nearly useless.
Tamamono Posted October 5, 2011 Posted October 5, 2011 "Is this acceptable?" Tomas reads over the charter. "I can't find anything particularly objectionable, but I would like to speak with my companions in private once again regarding the section that states that we must 'relinquish any previous priorities and submit themselves to the command of Lord Keveak'. We will be back with our final decision."
Brickdoctor Posted October 5, 2011 Author Posted October 5, 2011 Tomas reads over the charter. "I can't find anything particularly objectionable, but I would like to speak with my companions in private once again regarding the section that states that we must 'relinquish any previous priorities and submit themselves to the command of Lord Keveak'. We will be back with our final decision." "Certainly."Keveak ushers us out of the room.
Tamamono Posted October 5, 2011 Posted October 5, 2011 Tomas makes sure that the door is tightly shut before speaking. "Mr. Shawe, do you think they could be listening at the door to what we're saying?"
Flare Posted October 5, 2011 Posted October 5, 2011 "Hmmm... for some reason, I don't trust them. Especially Lord Keveak. I feel that this might be a trap. Or it might not. You never know. Don't ask me." "No... I said to not ask me." OOC: Lord Keveak looks vaguely familiar, Brickdoctor
Brickdoctor Posted October 5, 2011 Author Posted October 5, 2011 Tomas makes sure that the door is tightly shut before speaking. "Mr. Shawe, do you think they could be listening at the door to what we're saying?" "I don't think so."QM Note: That is to say, they aren't. The QM guarantees it. OOC: Lord Keveak looks vaguely familiar, Brickdoctor QM Note:
Tamamono Posted October 5, 2011 Posted October 5, 2011 "I don't think so." QM Note: That is to say, they aren't. The QM guarantees it. "Good to hear. Now, I'm sure all of you heard the conversation that was going on between Keveak and his subordinates. It sounds to me like both lieutenants are against having us do their work for them ("-aux do it for us!" and "-ve no honor!"). I'm positive that the female elf was saying 'Shadeaux', so obviously they know who we're working for. Mr. Shawe, I can only assume that they recognized you or the Shadeaux weapons we are carrying. This tells us that these elves are especially sharp." "The thing that had me especially concerned is what Keveak was saying, "-id of 'em is what matters, not how it's don-". This likely refers to how they get rid of the Lion Knight, but it could also mean that they could easily get rid of us. What does everyone think of this?" "Mr. Shawe, are there any guards in the main room apart from the two lieutenants?"
Brickdoctor Posted October 5, 2011 Author Posted October 5, 2011 "Mr. Shawe, are there any guards in the main room apart from the two lieutenants?" "I didn't see any, but that doesn't necessarily mean there aren't more in other rooms that could quickly appear."
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