PsyKater Posted January 30, 2013 Posted January 30, 2013 (edited) Stigveladi cringes as Nessa awakes and almost drops her to the ground. "I.. I am... I am Stigveladi. We fought together in this war in Charis. Don't you recognize me? What has happened to you?" She helps Nessa to sit down on the ground properly. She hears what Thalion is saying to Alexander. "A temple? Are you sure? I did not know that you'd believe in something else than your magic. What purpose would visiting a temple have to her? I think we should have a rest now, before we move on. Many of us seemed very tired during the last battle and refused to fight every second turn." Edited January 30, 2013 by PsyKater Quote
herrJJ Posted January 30, 2013 Posted January 30, 2013 "I know who you are, but how... you are so - kind?!?" Nessa paused, looked around and saw nearly everyone was looking at her. She got up, shook the dirt off and glanced at Stigveladi. "I think we have to talk - later!" She then turned away and asked: "What is next?" Quote
PsyKater Posted January 30, 2013 Posted January 30, 2013 (edited) "Don't be silly. And don't pass out again!" Amma goes a few steps away from Nessa and starts to unfold her bedroll. Edited January 30, 2013 by PsyKater Quote
herrJJ Posted January 30, 2013 Posted January 30, 2013 While waiting for an answer she found it was a good idea to prepare to get some rest. So Nessa also enfolded her bedroll and tried to recover after she might got to know where they were heading next. Quote
-obelix- Posted January 30, 2013 Posted January 30, 2013 (edited) She hears what Thalion is saying to Alexander. "A temple? Are you sure? I did not know that you'd believe in something else than your magic. What purpose would visiting a temple have to her?I think we should have a rest now, before we move on. Many of us seemed very tired during the last battle and refused to fight every second turn." "Of course I do but elemental magic is the bond of the gods to our world, at least that is what we were taught. We have a temple of Sylvania in the village I come from, and in the Academy, there was a small chapel of Isiris. I am sure. I have witnessed the power of temple's oracle with my own eyes. Gods, and their emissaries, are not to be disrespected." Seeing Nessa and Amma getting ready to rest Thalion approached them, "Perhaps we should report to the Captain first!? Afterwords we can all rest, if time allows it." Edited January 30, 2013 by -obelix- Quote
Wedge09 Posted January 30, 2013 Posted January 30, 2013 "I don't intrude in discussions of magic because I'm not a specialist but I think we should report, as said by Thalion, to Captain Trent before resting. " Quote
herrJJ Posted January 30, 2013 Posted January 30, 2013 (edited) "Thank you, Master Thalion, for the hint with the temple. Who knows. Perhaps I will go there. But I have a feeling the gods can't help me here..." Hearing the others talking about returning to Captain Trent, Nessa packed her bedroll and prepared to leave her very spot. Edited January 30, 2013 by herrJJ Quote
PsyKater Posted January 30, 2013 Posted January 30, 2013 "Of course I do but elemental magic is the bond of the gods to our world, at least that is what we were taught. We have a temple of Sylvania in the village I come from, and in the Academy, there was a small chapel of Isiris. I am sure. I have witnessed the power of temple's oracle with my own eyes. Gods, and their emissaries, are not to be disrespected." Seeing Nessa and Amma getting ready to rest Thalion approached them, "Perhaps we should report to the Captain first!? Afterwords we can all rest, if time allows it." Stigveladi grumbles. "Don't you think, that could wait another day?" She rolls her eyes. "On another note, it is some time ago that I 'saw' the power of Gods. Even the fact that they are several of them says to me that they are not real or not as powerful as you may think. " Quote
-obelix- Posted January 30, 2013 Posted January 30, 2013 Stigveladi grumbles. "Don't you think, that could wait another day?" She rolls her eyes. "On another note, it is some time ago that I 'saw' the power of Gods. Even the fact that they are several of them says to me that they are not real or not as powerful as you may think. " "Is that sarcasm I sense in your voice mistress Amma? If you indeed saw their power, you should not doubt the gods. If you haven't, just give it time, you will. And to address your other note, the fact that there is more then one god, to me, means that there is order and balance of power, as it should be. One isn't more powerful then the other, they only watch over different domains of our lives." Quote
Capt.JohnPaul Posted January 30, 2013 Author Posted January 30, 2013 Party: Thailon Dwinlas (-obelix-) *Party Leader* 213 years old male elf Mage Level: 12 Power: 17 Defense: 1 Health: 9/16 Ether: 14/16 Gold: 100 Equipment: Scepter of Divine Afinity (WP: 5, has a 1/6 chance to deal the "Cursed" effect on successful spells, and a 1/6 chance to deal the "Blessed" effect on successful healing), Cloack of Espionage (Artefact, backwear, Allows the wearer to examine enemy stats before a battle), Leather Cap (SP:1) Inventory: Grand Tonic, Tonic, Remedy, Dirt Bomb, Smoke Bomb, Bedroll , Amethyst (Lent by Dreyrugr), Health Core Alexander Vandangant (Wedge09) 99 years old elf Ranger Level 9 Power: 14 Defense: 2 Health: 11/16 Gold: 8 Equipment: Fauxthril Crossbow (WP: 5, darkness-elemental *envenomed*), Chevalier of Charis armor- (Artifact, bodywear) Maximum health +2, SP: 2) Inventory: Bedroll, Shovel, Potion, Venom x2, Smoke Bomb, Dirt Bomb, Ice Bomb 2x, 1 Holy Bomb, Belt Knife (WP:1), First Aid Kit, Fire Bomb , Nessa Anárion (herrJJ) 59 years old female elven Ranger Level 7 Power: 13 Health: 6/12 Gold: 14 Equipment: Croise Bow (WP:6) Inventory: Potion, Smoke Bomb, Bedroll, Forgotten Long Bow (WP: 3), Magic Compass, Fire Bomb, Venom Stigveladi ("Amma") Kötturin (PsyKater) 247 years old dwarven Mage (f) Level 6 Power: 9 Health: 6/10 Ether: 9/9 Gold: 33 Equipment: Dwarven Broomstick (WP: 3) Inventory: Fragment of an Opal (Gem; Ice Elemental), Potion, Bedroll, Tonic 2x, Scroll of Inspiration Dreyrugr (Vash the Stampede) 1000 year old Male Vampire Rogue Level 11 Power: 16 SP:1 Health: 15/16 Gold: 80 Equipment: Fauxthril Scythe (WP:5), Psuedos Hood, Leather Armor (SP: 1), Inventory: Venom x2, Bedroll, Smoke Bomb, Remedy, Smelling Salts 3x, Grand Potion, Ruby (Fire), Opal (Ice) Janek of Salmanda (HeinzWilhelm) 72 year old Travelling mage Level: 7 Power: 10 SP:2 Health: 7/11 Ether: 14/14 Gold: 23 Equipment: Magic stick (Wp3), Ethereal Cloak (SP: 2, max ether +4) Inventory: Sapphire (Wind), Bedroll, Water Bomb, Potion QM Note: I some missed out on some loot. There's an extra 30 gold and a grand tonic in need to be distributed. More stuff! You go see Captain Trent. "My oh my, heroes. Good work!" "We admit, you won the war. We need to sign a treaty. I see some of your men have captured our commander. He is authorized to sign. Will you release him? We would make the terms and conditions of course in the treaty." "Heroes, I've worked with you before. I think you know what's best. Would you like your reward and leave right now, or would you help us? I'm sorry to say there will be no extra reward. As you see, we simply do not have the rewards to give you after this mess." Quote
herrJJ Posted January 30, 2013 Posted January 30, 2013 "If we get some rest before...?" Nessa stated while unfolding her bedroll again. "But this is not my decision. If the party is willing to help I might be we them. What would be our duty then?" Quote
-obelix- Posted January 30, 2013 Posted January 30, 2013 Thalion puts 30 gold and grand tonic in his satchel. He nods to captain Trent and Jonothan, "I am willing to help you. Dont worry about additional awards, serving the cause of justice is good enough. As young Nessa said, what would be our duties?" He then turn to the rest of the party, "What do you say? Do you wish to help them too?" Quote
Vash the Stampede Posted January 31, 2013 Posted January 31, 2013 "I am willing to help you. Dont worry about additional awards, serving the cause of justice is good enough. As young Nessa said, what would be our duties?" He then turn to the rest of the party, "What do you say? Do you wish to help them too?" Even with no rewards there must be more loot. "We are already so far from heroica, a day or two helping out will not make any difference to me." Quote
PsyKater Posted January 31, 2013 Posted January 31, 2013 "I don't understand. What kind of help do you need for signing the treaty? Do you just want us to release the Commander? Or is there something else. I do not know if I want to serve someone for free." Quote
herrJJ Posted January 31, 2013 Posted January 31, 2013 Even with no rewards there must be more loot. OOC: and who knows... Some level ups would be nice too Quote
Capt.JohnPaul Posted January 31, 2013 Author Posted January 31, 2013 "Wise heroes, on behalf of le people de Charis. We ask you to help solve 3 disputes... about prisoners of war, supplies/land claims, and financial issues." Also, Amma and Nessa rest in their bed rolls. Party: Thailon Dwinlas (-obelix-) *Party Leader* 213 years old male elf Mage Level: 12 Power: 17 Defense: 1 Health: 9/16 Ether: 14/16 Gold: 130 Equipment: Scepter of Divine Afinity (WP: 5, has a 1/6 chance to deal the "Cursed" effect on successful spells, and a 1/6 chance to deal the "Blessed" effect on successful healing), Cloack of Espionage (Artefact, backwear, Allows the wearer to examine enemy stats before a battle), Leather Cap (SP:1) Inventory: Grand Tonic 2x, Tonic, Remedy, Dirt Bomb, Smoke Bomb, Bedroll , Amethyst (Lent by Dreyrugr), Health Core Alexander Vandangant (Wedge09) 99 years old elf Ranger Level 9 Power: 14 Defense: 2 Health: 11/16 Gold: 8 Equipment: Fauxthril Crossbow (WP: 5, darkness-elemental *envenomed*), Chevalier of Charis armor- (Artifact, bodywear) Maximum health +2, SP: 2) Inventory: Bedroll, Shovel, Potion, Venom x2, Smoke Bomb, Dirt Bomb, Ice Bomb 2x, 1 Holy Bomb, Belt Knife (WP:1), First Aid Kit, Fire Bomb , Nessa Anárion (herrJJ) 59 years old female elven Ranger Level 7 Power: 13 Health: 12/12 Gold: 14 Equipment: Croise Bow (WP:6) Inventory: Potion, Smoke Bomb, Bedroll, Forgotten Long Bow (WP: 3), Magic Compass, Fire Bomb, Venom Stigveladi ("Amma") Kötturin (PsyKater) 247 years old dwarven Mage (f) Level 6 Power: 9 Health: 10/10 Ether: 9/9 Gold: 33 Equipment: Dwarven Broomstick (WP: 3) Inventory: Fragment of an Opal (Gem; Ice Elemental), Potion, Bedroll, Tonic 2x, Scroll of Inspiration Dreyrugr (Vash the Stampede) 1000 year old Male Vampire Rogue Level 11 Power: 16 SP:1 Health: 15/16 Gold: 80 Equipment: Fauxthril Scythe (WP:5), Psuedos Hood, Leather Armor (SP: 1), Inventory: Venom x2, Bedroll, Smoke Bomb, Remedy, Smelling Salts 3x, Grand Potion, Ruby (Fire), Opal (Ice) Janek of Salmanda (HeinzWilhelm) 72 year old Travelling mage Level: 7 Power: 10 SP:2 Health: 7/11 Ether: 14/14 Gold: 23 Equipment: Magic stick (Wp3), Ethereal Cloak (SP: 2, max ether +4) Inventory: Sapphire (Wind), Bedroll, Water Bomb, Potion Quote
PsyKater Posted January 31, 2013 Posted January 31, 2013 (edited) "Wow, that was good. You should try this 'Power Napping' it is something I invented during my stays in the Dark Forest. However, yes, I feel much better now and I think we can assist you a little more. Who knows what it will bring us. Alexander, don't you use your shovel anymore? You could make a lady a nice present then, bonny lad! " Edited January 31, 2013 by PsyKater Quote
-obelix- Posted January 31, 2013 Posted January 31, 2013 (edited) "Of course good captain. Tell us of this disputes, what is the trouble?" Thalion gives Amethyst back to Dreyrugr, "Thank you for the loan, it proved to be worthwhile. If you are ever looking to get rid of it permanent, just ask! May I have my gems back?" Edit: Also Janek gives his potion back to Dreyrugr (it was loaned, after all...) Thalion and Janek will also rest in their bedrolls (if it is too late, then on the first chance there is). Edited January 31, 2013 by -obelix- Quote
Wedge09 Posted January 31, 2013 Posted January 31, 2013 Alexander rest in his bedroll as the other heroes and after that "cough, cough, Thalion, I think share the 30 gold could be a good idea. I'm for helping to resolve the 3 disputes." Quote
Capt.JohnPaul Posted January 31, 2013 Author Posted January 31, 2013 "Thank you. Bring in the prisoners of war." A few guards escort a high ranking Croise and the 4 enemy knights who have surrendered. "Here zey are, Je suis willing to let you and Jonothan do le speaking." "Greetings. I am Scipio, 2nd in command of the entire Croise force. I must say, you heroes fight well. I used to joust, I know about honor, and you 6 clearly have it. I hope this deal will be satisfactory. "Here are our terms. We expect all of our men and families being tortured in your prisons be released. And for you Croise's captured, will be put on trial for your crimes of treason and murder. Next, your comrades will leave Charis and surrender their arms and armor to us. Finally, your leader, Caesar, will pay a 50,000 gold fine/tribute so we can rebuild. "This won't work. Heroes, understand we Croise's are trying to do what's best for the world. While we are in no position to argue that, we will agree to: Releasing all families in our prisons and towers, but I and the captured parts of my army that attacked this town be released. Think slowly about that, you get hundreds or thousands of your family and friends back in exchange for 5 Croise's. Also, I don't think my people would have any honor left if we were banished from Charis and lost all our supplies. But I think it's reasonable that you get all the arms and supplies in our camp, and everything in Croise forts in a 50 kilometer radius, and all Croise troops withdraw to a 10 kilometer stretch on the East border. Finally, 50,000 gold is insane. It is near impossible. How about a compromise of 25,000 gold?" "You are in no position to negotiate, we all have the desire to kill you right now!" "And then what? You still don't get your money, or your people back from prison. They'll probably be executed as soon as Caesar hears of this. And the remaining Croise's are still in Charis. I have to sign something Caesar can agree to. It's our way or the highway." "You son of-" "Non, listen Jonothan! Scipio is right. We must compromise. There has been enough bloodshed. We can get back to our lives quickly." "But what about Princess Kathleen?! OR my family? They were executed... and if I recall, by the same organization of heroes in this room!" "Private, hush! Those were 2 greedy heroes. More have helped us. Heroes, unfortunately we must go partly along with the Croise's offers. You must choose 2 Croise demands to put in the treaty, and one of ours. You are smart, so we pray you can choose what is best for the people of Charis." Party: Thailon Dwinlas (-obelix-) *Party Leader* 213 years old male elf Mage Level: 12 Power: 17 Defense: 1 Health: 16/16 Ether: 16/16 Gold: 130 Equipment: Scepter of Divine Afinity (WP: 5, has a 1/6 chance to deal the "Cursed" effect on successful spells, and a 1/6 chance to deal the "Blessed" effect on successful healing), Cloack of Espionage (Artefact, backwear, Allows the wearer to examine enemy stats before a battle), Leather Cap (SP:1) Inventory: Grand Tonic 2x, Tonic, Remedy, Dirt Bomb, Smoke Bomb, Bedroll. Health Core, Ruby (Fire), Opal (Ice), Alexander Vandangant (Wedge09) 99 years old elf Ranger Level 9 Power: 14 Defense: 2 Health: 16/16 Gold: 8 Equipment: Fauxthril Crossbow (WP: 5, darkness-elemental *envenomed*), Chevalier of Charis armor- (Artifact, bodywear) Maximum health +2, SP: 2) Inventory: Bedroll, Shovel, Potion, Venom x2, Smoke Bomb, Dirt Bomb, Ice Bomb 2x, 1 Holy Bomb, Belt Knife (WP:1), First Aid Kit, Fire Bomb , Nessa Anárion (herrJJ) 59 years old female elven Ranger Level 7 Power: 13 Health: 12/12 Gold: 14 Equipment: Croise Bow (WP:6) Inventory: Potion, Smoke Bomb, Bedroll, Forgotten Long Bow (WP: 3), Magic Compass, Fire Bomb, Venom Stigveladi ("Amma") Kötturin (PsyKater) 247 years old dwarven Mage (f) Level 6 Power: 9 Health: 10/10 Ether: 9/9 Gold: 33 Equipment: Dwarven Broomstick (WP: 3) Inventory: Fragment of an Opal (Gem; Ice Elemental), Potion, Bedroll, Tonic 2x, Scroll of Inspiration Dreyrugr (Vash the Stampede) 1000 year old Male Vampire Rogue Level 11 Power: 16 SP:1 Health: 15/16 Gold: 80 Equipment: Fauxthril Scythe (WP:5), Psuedos Hood, Leather Armor (SP: 1), Inventory: Venom x2, Bedroll, Smoke Bomb, Remedy, Smelling Salts 3x, Grand Potion, Potion, Amethyst, Janek of Salmanda (HeinzWilhelm) 72 year old Travelling mage Level: 7 Power: 10 SP:2 Health: 11/11 Ether: 14/14 Gold: 23 Equipment: Magic stick (Wp3), Ethereal Cloak (SP: 2, max ether +4) Inventory: Sapphire (Wind), Bedroll, Water Bomb Quote
PsyKater Posted February 1, 2013 Posted February 1, 2013 (edited) "Thalion, I think you are the most diplomatic one in our party, so you should probably speak. I'd suggest to accept the first two claims of the Croise's but insist on the gold. Then they could afford to pay us 900 gold (150 gold each) as a reward and they could prepare better for the next battles, if the Croises really never will give up. Ah, and then you can stay with your 30 extra gold. Otherwise I expect a very good explanation for this ... greedy ... move. Edited February 1, 2013 by PsyKater Quote
herrJJ Posted February 1, 2013 Posted February 1, 2013 "In my honest opinion you could live with getting back your family but releasing the prisoners. You are finally better than the Croise. Also 25000 gold is a lot. But to ensure peace all the Croise should leave." "Thalion, I think you are the most diplomatic one in our party, so you should probably speak. I'd suggest to accept the first two claims of the Croise's but insist on the gold. Then they could afford to pay us 900 gold (150 gold each) as a reward and they could prepare better for the next battles, if the Croises really never will give up. Ah, and then you can stay with your 30 extra gold. Otherwise I expect a very good explanation for this ... greedy ... move. "And I think there are more things in life than money..." Quote
PsyKater Posted February 1, 2013 Posted February 1, 2013 "And I think there are more things in life than money..." "I managed to live without money for decades. But think of the opportunities, you have with so much money. Do you really think the Croises will leave when they accept your suggestion? They will come back either way and then Charis will not be prepared well enough. And after all I have to think of myself. I am willing to come back and fight the Croise's if they really dare to come back. But with much better equipment and more experience then." Quote
-obelix- Posted February 1, 2013 Posted February 1, 2013 (edited) "Here is my opinion: Releasing all families in Croise prisons and towers, but the captured parts of Croise army that attacked this town be released is a fair compromise for both parties. Next, Croise should leave Charis and surrender their arms and armor to Charis is a much better guarantee of them not attacking again, then just moving some kilometers away. And finally, 25,000 gold sounds like a reasonable trade-off for getting you families back safely." Thalion turned to Scipio, "You WILL release all of Charis prisoners both soldiers and families, right? And what guarantee do Charis have that Croise will honor this peace treaty and not attack them again after you regroup?" Thalion turned and gave Amma a stern look, "You expect an explanation!? After I've used up mine and master Janek's tonics to help YOU and Nessa survive last fight, and after I bought a vial of strange liquid I DIDN'T WANT but YOU suggested, and asked nothing of YOU in return! Do you think I have ever been unfair mistress Stigveladi?" Edited February 1, 2013 by -obelix- Quote
PsyKater Posted February 1, 2013 Posted February 1, 2013 (edited) Stigveladi plants herself in front of Thalion, arms akimbo, rallying to Nessa. She looks up to him with angry and suspicious eyes. She was obviously seething. "Now, what's that? Noble 'Master' Thalion is showing greedy behaviour? Why are you so defensive with that gold? WE thought about tactics how to win the war and WE finally won the battles as a team. If YOU did not want to use consumables, why did you use them after all? What if the guard would have given us the complete loot right away? You divided it equally at first, why did you just pocket the remaining loot? If it were given out all together, I think you would not have thought about keeping it all. And Janek and you were the reason why we all survived, especially Nessa and I? So you say that we were useless and you would have better been without us? I am really disappointed about you and I fear I have to challenge you if you keep to this statement!" Amma was so much in rage that she became red with anger. Edited February 1, 2013 by PsyKater Quote
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