CMP Posted June 4, 2013 Author Posted June 4, 2013 A few days ago. I take the dwarf a bit to the side and use diplomacy. "Do you mind if I ask you a couple questions about this "Knife" fellow? As we said, we are investigating a murder, so it is a rather serious issue. He was seen at a certain inn with Zasies. I'm not sure what the rules are on this ship, but did he ask for permission to leave the ship and if so, did he tell you where he was going?" "Eh, sure, I suppose. Ah, well, most of the crew - that is, me, Knife-tongue and Zasies - we head into the inns and taverns from time to time to try and get shipping contracts. Knife and Zasies went earlier today to meet a potential customer, but he never showed, so Knife just came back here while Zasies stayed for a drink. Captain knows about, she's the one who sends us out to do it." "Ok." Stated Sylph, getting his berrings. "Knife-throat, was it? You've been seen entering and leaving the Winking Gargoyle every day for the past week. What is the reason for this? Are you familiar with a businessman named Rorik?" Sylph surveyed the scene, attempting to ascertain whether the hobgoblin had a dagger, and also just to see what was going on with the boat. "Omgue, fir. My mame, a 'eaf mow, if Mife-Omgue. I havem'f beem im fhaf ofem I'm afwaif, bu yef, I have beem a few imef ovew fhe paf week. Afwaif I 'om'f 'ow amy Wowik, eifer." "I'd say we finish these here off as well and take their cargo. To hell with the murder. What do we get from this loitering?" "Eh?" "Said it'd be easier to kill her...calm down, khrnmalv. All friends here. Don't want to have to throw you off ship."
Dannylonglegs Posted June 5, 2013 Posted June 5, 2013 "Omgue, fir. My mame, a 'eaf mow, if Mife-Omgue. I havem'f beem im fhaf ofem I'm afwaif, bu yef, I have beem a few imef ovew fhe paf week. Afwaif I 'om'f 'ow amy Wowik, eifer." "Nessa, keep a hold of yourself. Please." Stated Sylph. "Sorry, Knife-Tongue, so, if you don't know of any 'Roric,' then perhaps do you know a Sofia? And what were you doing in the bar?"
herrJJ Posted June 5, 2013 Posted June 5, 2013 "I just wanted to help." Nessa pouted and sat down on deck. "Why does this always happen to me. This is not fair."
Palathadric Posted June 5, 2013 Posted June 5, 2013 "Eh, sure, I suppose. Ah, well, most of the crew - that is, me, Knife-tongue and Zasies - we head into the inns and taverns from time to time to try and get shipping contracts. Knife and Zasies went earlier today to meet a potential customer, but he never showed, so Knife just came back here while Zasies stayed for a drink. Captain knows about, she's the one who sends us out to do it." "Thank you, Dwarf! Would you happen to know the name of the man they were to meet? Also, could someone please translate for us what that orc is saying." "I just wanted to help." Nessa pouted and sat down on deck. "Why does this always happen to me. This is not fair." "Why does what always happen to you?" I wonder.
herrJJ Posted June 5, 2013 Posted June 5, 2013 "It doesn't matter what I do, everytime there is someone who thinks to scold me or to hold me back... like that druid over there. But I don't want to talk about that right now."
Dannylonglegs Posted June 5, 2013 Posted June 5, 2013 (edited) "It doesn't matter what I do, everytime there is someone who thinks to scold me or to hold me back... like that druid over there. But I don't want to talk about that right now." "Blatant psychopathy diminishes the celerity with which we can finish the mission. At-least don't let others hear what you're saying if you wish to make such suggestions." interjected Sylph. "No we cannot 'steal their cargo'." (OoC: I hope I don't come off as rude IRL, this is all just IC: ) Edited June 5, 2013 by Dannylonglegs
Vash the Stampede Posted June 5, 2013 Posted June 5, 2013 Monk Pretzel looks at Nessa. "Oh, dear! What's up with her? Have any of you quested with her before?" "I've quested with her a few times. It seems to be normal for her. And before you say anything I have nothing to do with whatever ails her."
Myrddyn Posted June 5, 2013 Posted June 5, 2013 "Are any of you guys very athletic? Good at jumping?"
Palathadric Posted June 5, 2013 Posted June 5, 2013 I use diplomacy, "Yes, I heard there is a competition for long jumpers going on close to the theater one of these days, (hint, hint) but Erik, you really must focus on the job at hand." "I've quested with her a few times. It seems to be normal for her. And before you say anything I have nothing to do with whatever ails her." "That's exactly what somebody that would have caused the ailment would say." "It doesn't matter what I do, everytime there is someone who thinks to scold me or to hold me back... like that druid over there. But I don't want to talk about that right now." "Well, if he's going to hold you back from murdering everyone on the ship, then I can't say that's a bad thing." I take Nessa aside, "You must learn to control your inner emotions. It may not be easy, but you must do your best. For instance, it takes a lot of self-restraint not to fold over that vampire with this steak, but I recognize that for the time being he may be of use to our party, so I must restrain myself. Similarly, I cannot smite the orc, or whatever he is, because first, for the authority's sake, we need proof that he really is the murderer."
herrJJ Posted June 5, 2013 Posted June 5, 2013 "And why do you care?" Nessa said to Pretzel with rage glimming in her eyes. The she turned to the crew. "And you three over there. Tell us what we want to know. Where do we find the Blue Assassins? Speak up!" OOC: @DLL IC is IC. I don't blame you
Palathadric Posted June 5, 2013 Posted June 5, 2013 "And why do you care?" Nessa said to Pretzel with rage glimming in her eyes. The she turned to the crew. "And you three over there. Tell us what we want to know. Where do we find the Blue Assassins? Speak up!" "Demon, what have you done to her?" Vash the Stampede, you could use Dreyrugr's intimidation to support Nessa and you could play bad cop while Erik and I play good cop with Diplomacy. CMP, any updates?
herrJJ Posted June 5, 2013 Posted June 5, 2013 "Demon, what have you done to her?" "You should stop asking such questions or you will take the same fate all others had taken who crossed my way!" The ghosts inside of Nessa slowly gained control of her. Her consciousness started to faint and something dark took possession of her. Vash the Stampede, you could use Dreyrugr's intimidation to support Nessa and you could play bad cop while Erik and I play good cop with Diplomacy. CMP, any updates? OOC: that would be great
Dannylonglegs Posted June 5, 2013 Posted June 5, 2013 (edited) "You should stop asking such questions or you will take the same fate all others had taken who crossed my way!" The ghosts inside of Nessa slowly gained control of her. Her consciousness started to faint and something dark took possession of her. OOC: that would be great "Nessa, stop this behavior at once!" Sylph Commanded in a powerful voice. "We do not have time for childish antics." Sylph turned back at the crew of the ship. "I apologize for this one's impropriety. We merely wish to ascertain the identity of a murderer, so your cooperation would be appreciated, but do not heed the rantings of this young one... her violent words do not speak for us all." Edited June 5, 2013 by Dannylonglegs
CMP Posted June 5, 2013 Author Posted June 5, 2013 (edited) "Sorry, Knife-Tongue, so, if you don't know of any 'Roric,' then perhaps do you know a Sofia? And what were you doing in the bar?" "Af Mewvim faif, we wewe wookim fow wowk. Afwaif I onm'f ow amy Fofia." "Thank you, Dwarf! Would you happen to know the name of the man they were to meet? Also, could someone please translate for us what that orc is saying." "Why does what always happen to you?" I wonder. "Eh, the sort of thing happens all the time. We're a bit of a varied crew, if ye haven't noticed. A lot of the human-exclusive merchants don't want people like us to ship for 'em." "Are any of you guys very athletic? Good at jumping?" "I can jump." "So can I, just...not as far as ye taller folk, heh." "I'm am okay jumpew." The she turned to the crew. "And you three over there. Tell us what we want to know. Where do we find the Blue Assassins? Speak up!" "Who? You asked for blue coat orc, this is blue coat orc," repeated Zasies, frustrated, grabbing Knife-Tongue's shoulder and shaking him to emphasize her point. "Assassins? Jules might know something of the sort, but no promises..." Edited June 5, 2013 by CallMePie
Dannylonglegs Posted June 6, 2013 Posted June 6, 2013 (edited) "Assassins? Jules might know something of the sort, but no promises..." "Excellent, let's speak to Jules then." Stated Sylph. Edited June 6, 2013 by Dannylonglegs
Myrddyn Posted June 6, 2013 Posted June 6, 2013 "I doubt Mr Knife-Tongue is the murderer, so this looks like a dead end. I can't think of any other leads, though, so let's talk to Jules."
Dannylonglegs Posted June 6, 2013 Posted June 6, 2013 "I doubt Mr Knife-Tongue is the murderer, so this looks like a dead end. I can't think of any other leads, though, so let's talk to Jules." "I concur... He doesn't seem to have a motive... But we ought not forget him either."
Vash the Stampede Posted June 6, 2013 Posted June 6, 2013 "Demon, what have you done to her?" Vash the Stampede, you could use Dreyrugr's intimidation to support Nessa and you could play bad cop while Erik and I play good cop with Diplomacy. CMP, any updates? "Nessa, stop this behavior at once!" Sylph Commanded in a powerful voice. I've kind of been snipped. "Assassins? Jules might know something of the sort, but no promises..." "Any lead at this point is something for us to follow up on."
herrJJ Posted June 6, 2013 Posted June 6, 2013 "Nessa, stop this behavior at once!" Sylph Commanded in a powerful voice. "We do not have time for childish antics." Sylph turned back at the crew of the ship. "I apologize for this one's impropriety. We merely wish to ascertain the identity of a murderer, so your cooperation would be appreciated, but do not heed the rantings of this young one... her violent words do not speak for us all." "Or what? Hasn't my investigation brought us a new lead? You humanoids have only such a limited point of view. Now if you don't mind I am on the way to the captain of this ship." An aura of hate and rage surrounded Nessa as she turned her back to the crew and the party and walked towards the captain's cabin.
CMP Posted June 6, 2013 Author Posted June 6, 2013 The party heads towards the captain's cabin, lead by a spontaneously enraged Nessa. They can hear quiet voices from within. "-ling you, I am being sought out." "Why? You said your cut your ties with them as cleanly as you did your hand. Or am I mistaken?" "They did not let me leave willingly, I assure you. But I can feel at least one is, or...was, in Eubric." "Was?" "The presence has...lessened, as recently as two hours ago." "Then I don't se-" The door swings open. Inside is an unlikely duo - a wizened, but disfigured necromancer across from a shrewd-looking, well dressed woman. The latter raises her eyebrow at the party. "May I ask why and how in the names of Neron and Neredice the hell you seem to be breaking into my ship?" she remarks immediately, taking a sip of wine. The mage just remains silently staring at the party.
Vash the Stampede Posted June 6, 2013 Posted June 6, 2013 "May I ask why and how in the names of Neron and Neredice the hell you seem to be breaking into my ship?" she remarks immediately, taking a sip of wine. The mage just remains silently staring at the party. "Zasies bought us here so no we are not breaking into your ship. We're here to ask whether you know anything about a man named Rorik and anything about the Blue Assassins."
Palathadric Posted June 6, 2013 Posted June 6, 2013 I nudge Nessa out of the way, and use diplomacy: "Apologies, madam! We are heroes of Heroica who were investigating a crime in an inn not too far from here. Our search led us to your orc/hobgoblin on board. Would you mind answering some questions for us?" Weird! Vashes post didn't appear until I had posted mine.
herrJJ Posted June 6, 2013 Posted June 6, 2013 Nessa stumbled as the monk pushed her out of his was. After he stopped talking she turned to the woman: "I don't know who you are." She looked to the male mage. "Jules, ey? Quite an irregular name for a male captain. So please tell me, where do we find the Blue Assassins?" OOC: OMG, somebody has to stop her
Dannylonglegs Posted June 6, 2013 Posted June 6, 2013 (edited) "Or what? Hasn't my investigation brought us a new lead? You humanoids have only such a limited point of view. Now if you don't mind I am on the way to the captain of this ship." An aura of hate and rage surrounded Nessa as she turned her back to the crew and the party and walked towards the captain's cabin. Sylph surprisingly chuckled as Nessa turned from the party.... It seemed the mortal girl had a stowaway... he wondered who it was. He followed the party into the room with the necromancer and the wine-sipping woman. Almost immediately though, he narrowed in on Nessa, who was aggressively interrogating Jules. "Calm down, child..." He stated in a strange, soothing-but-powerful tone... almost motherly--very different from his previous approach. "Calm down." He then returned his focus to the two people. "Nessa, I do not believe Jules is the captain." he stated Soothingly. "If you recall, the crew always said 'Captain' when they were refering to their captain, but they said Jules to refer to who I assume is the grey-clad mage. That would make her Captain if I'm not mistaken." Sylph stated calmly, gesturing to the well-dressed woman. He then adressed her. "It is as my companions say, Mam. Our goal is to find a murderer, and the investigation led us here. Would either of you happen to know anything about Blue Assassins, a Merchant named Rorik, or a murder in the Winking Gargoyle Inn?" Edited June 6, 2013 by Dannylonglegs
Myrddyn Posted June 6, 2013 Posted June 6, 2013 (edited) "You seem to have the situation under control, but would you like me to take Nessa outside?" Edited June 6, 2013 by Myrddyn
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