Nations on the Brink (storyline)/2023-05-13 - Ta'Illistim Court Session (log)

This log and highlights are from the Nations on the Brink storyline on Ivastaen 13, 5123, (May 13, 2023). All body language has been removed.

Recap:

• The Argent Mirror recognized visitors of foreign courts including Eruien, Leisette and Agathilea
• Jiarine is expelled from the court proceedings.
• Inquisitor Ciradyl announced that all suspects except Orelwen, Leisette, and Naevys had been cleared. The latter three would be questioned again.
• The Argent Mirror announced that Gelynne would be sent to Ta'Vaalor to help with the gnomish flooding. A donation bin is set up on the Green to gather donations.
• Ardtin advised of first-hand accounts of threats made to the Elven Village near Wehnimer's Landing and that hostile individuals entered with the intention of burning it down. She suggested the Vaalor shore up their fortifications and advised Myasara that she recommends the Illistim assist in the endeavor.
• Leisette asked for permission for she and her house to be cleared of suspicion and that she be allowed to move freely despite additional questioning, but was denied.
• Ysaeril shared with the Argent Mirror concerns from the Aldorans, whom adventurers had found near Zul Logoth; however the Aldorans never arrived home safely. Absent Jiarine, Missoni stepped in to explain that they tracked the Aldorans to Vipershroud, and had visions of them being attacked by an elven archer dressed in blue and silver livery. Items matching the vision were found. The adventurers later visited the Elven Village (referring to what Ardtin described earlier). There was skepticism about whether it was related, and Myasara instructed Ardtin to track down Jiarine for more information.

Ysaeril lightly says, "A fair afternoon to all."
Missoni cheerfully greets, "Fair afternoon to you both."
Rohese greets, speaking warmly in Elven to Uniana, "Lady Anduin."
Uniana kindly greets, "Good afternoon."
Missoni cheerfully greets, "Fair afternoon, Lady Anduin."
Jiarine amusedly says, "Such a small group this afternoon."
Uniana says, speaking casually to Jiarine, "Many travel during the season."
Dendum says, "Well."
Ysaeril whispers aloud, "Pardon, did anyone hear whether the Aldorans made it home? Or has word of their safe return not yet transpired?"
Missoni evenly says, "Yes, that is true."
Missoni says, speaking to Ysaeril, "They... did not."
Jiarine says, speaking amusedly to Murstyr, "I was TOLD to mind my manners... you should be happy."
Rohese warmly greets, in Elven, "Ladies."
Agathilea politely says, in Elven, "Good afternoon, all."
Murstyr says, speaking to Jiarine, "I am sure it will be appreciated."
Jiarine soothes, "Court will be dreadfully boring after all."
Murstyr says, "Even more so with your dull tongue."
Dendum asks, speaking to Jiarine, ""What does this mean dull tongue?"
Jiarine says, "I am going to mind what I say."
Eruien pleasantly greets, "Ladies.  You both look lovely."
Eruien whispers aloud, "I suppose there's no time for pleasantries."
Jiarine says, speaking to Eruien, "You rude man.  All of the ladies here should be complimented."
Eruien whispers aloud, speaking harshly to Jiarine, "Then perhaps all the ladies should have greeted me."
Jiarine asks, "And stroke your ego?"
Leisette asks, speaking to Jiarine, "Why would we not compliment a man just as easily as a woman?"
Uniana informs, speaking mildly to Jiarine, "And give a visiting envoy their due respect."
Eruien asks, speaking to Jiarine, "Yet, I am expected to stroke all of theirs?"
Jiarine says, "Yes."
Jiarine says, "Welcome to the Elven Court - we all lie."
Leisette says, speaking to Jiarine, "You are a bit hide-bound in your all ways.  It is no wonder this end of the Nation is under so much diress."
Rassaniel murmurs, speaking quietly to himself, "I am remembering why I do not attend court."
Jiarine agrees, speaking to Rassaniel, "It is boring."
Eruien whispers aloud, speaking to Rassaniel, "It would be a pity to deprive everyone here of your lovely face."
Leisette says, speaking resentfully to Ciradyl, "Inquisitor."
Ciradyl greets, speaking politely to Leisette, "Leisette."
Jiarine murmurs, "Psst, now we pretend to listen."
Jiarine says, "No no no.  Stop encouraging me."
Myasara says, "Please, be at ease.  We welcome you all to the Court of Ta'Illistim."
Jiarine says, speaking to Rohese, "I AM trying not to flash anyone.  It has been pointed out this is not really Court attire."
Eruien mutters, "Perhaps not that much at ease."
Jiarine says, speaking to Eruien, "Stop staring."
Aeriadrn recites:
    "The Court would recognize those official visitors of foreign courts."
Aeriadrn recites:
    "Lord Eruien Lithavir Loenthra the Living Canvas and Most Esteemed Representative of Ta'Loenthra"
Jiarine mouths, "You forgot rude."
Leisette says, speaking discreetly to Jiarine, "One would do well to mind decorum."
Jiarine says, "I was trying."
Aeriadrn recites:
    "These proceedings will follow proper decorum and protocol, or those who cannot will be removed."
Aeriadrn recites:
    "Mistress Leisette the Right Hand of Family Eilstina"
Aeriadrn says, "And I believe..."
Aeriadrn recites:
    "Legionnaire Agathilea Rassine Vaalor"
Aeriadrn says, "We welcome those from the Crimson Legion."
Aeriadrn says, "Argent Mirror."
Myasara says, "We welcome those who come as guests to our court, and all who visit today."
Myasara says, "We wish to announce that our Handmaiden Lady Laehna d'Astivea Loenthra has returned to Ta'Loenthra.  We wish her all the good will and look for a continued connection between our Great Houses."
Myasara says, "It has been a trying and strenuous few months for many, and we commend our people for their compassion and patience."
Jiarine mildly asks, "Did she return by ship?"
Myasara says, "We have trust in our inquisitors, and knew the task we assigned to them would take time if we wanted to discover the truth and those responsible."
Myasara says, "We once again commend those who presented themselves for questioning and those who offered information."
Myasara says, "Your good intentions and assistance will find the person or persons responsible and bring those who fostered such evil in two great nations to justice."
Myasara says, "We still grieve, but more importantly, we wish to bring final peace to both families and both nations."
Rohese whispers aloud, speaking discreetly to Uniana, "I don't see the Master of Lore here this afternoon?"
Uniana murmurs, speaking to Rohese, "He does seem to have trouble moving about as of late save the odd...tea."
Aeriadrn recites:
    "Master Inquisitor Ciradyl Datoris Illistim, you may approach the Court."
Ciradyl clearly states, "The position of an inquisitor is often one viewed in the most negative light, as the search for knowledge and ultimately the truth tends to unearth secrets unspoken, revelations unbeknownst, and other such biases typically kept close to one's heart."
Jiarine sadly says, "One ball I wish I could have attended if only to share the utter... terror, of being questioned."
Ciradyl evenly continues, "But our pursuit of the truth is our ultimate goal.  To bring justice to Lady Kasendra Malwind and piece these bits of information to solve a puzzle that has evaded both the east and west."
Myasara says, "One moment."
Jiarine politely says, "Carry on, please."
Myasara says, "You dishonor both of those lost to us with your disrespect and nonsense."
Myasara says, "Your childish prattling is enough."
Rohese softly sighs, "Oh dear."
Myasara says, "Please."
Ciradyl evenly continues, "As a Master Inquisitor, I am entrusted with information gathered from one-on-one questioning, from whispers and rumors pursued in the alleyways and darkest corners of Elanthia, each word scrutinized and studied and stretched until the truth can finally be ascertained."
Ciradyl simply says, "I will stand with my fellow inquisitors as the Shining City's scales of justice."
Ciradyl clearly says, "And it will be unyielding."
Ciradyl calmly concludes, "After in-depth investigations as to the whereabouts and motivations of those personages witnessed at the ball where Lady Kasendra Malwind took her last breath, we have cleared the names of the following persons of interest."
Ciradyl clearly announces, "Jaysehn Ranshai."
Ciradyl clearly announces, "Lady Akenna Laeraun-Ranshai."
Ciradyl clearly announces, "Lady Elaejia Silithyr Loenthra."
Ciradyl clearly announces, "Master Aendir Silithyr Loenthra."
Ciradyl clearly announces, "Loremaster Rohese Bayvel Illistim."
Ciradyl clearly announces, "Mirkk Timbertree."
Ciradyl clearly announces, "Chatelaine Traiva Verethundi."
Ciradyl clearly announces, "Lady Lucrecea Ruin."
Ciradyl clearly announces, "Lord Thaiagol."
Ciradyl clearly announces, "Lord Eruien Lithavir."
Ciradyl clearly announces, "And Lady Fennelis Asja."
Ciradyl clearly states, "Mistress Lithyia Medeea, although cleared of questions here in the Shining City, will be reported to the Empire regarding her unknown whereabouts and continued activity to the West."
Ciradyl calmly informs, "Lady Orelwen Greyvael and Lady Leisette will be invited for further questioning as our investigation continues.  And by extension, Lady Naevys Eilstina.  The public questions have concluded, our hypotheses complete, and our pursuit of truth unyielding."
Ciradyl evenly says, "We thank those who were most cooperative in our process, for our work is never ending.  We will be completing our private reports to be send in triplicate to the Throne as well as sent to the West so that we may aid their pursuit of truth and justice for Lady Sayilla Javilerre."
Rohese whispers aloud, speaking softly to Uniana, "Interesting."
Ciradyl evenly says, "While we are not at liberty to state such conclusions, we do emphasize that our proceedings are going as planned and the cogs are moving as desired."
Myasara says, "Master Inquisitor Ciradyl Datoris Illistim, we thank you and your team for your service and diligence."
Ciradyl murmurs, "Ever in the pursuit of knowledge."
Myasara says, "We look forward to reading your report."
Eruien murmurs, speaking to himself, "Yes, we do."
Myasara asks, "Lord Aeriadrn?"
Myasara says, "Ah yes."
Myasara says, "Lady Gelynne has told us of the flooding in Ta'Vaalor."
Myasara says, "And the situation of the gnomes who call the forests there home."
Nyrssa says, "It was terrible when I heard the news.  For all of us gnomes."
Myasara says, "She will be gathering aid to sent to the Fortress."
Ballital says, speaking to Nyrssa, "A donation bin was set up in the Green, and I've put as many items of clothing that I can find.  So has others, it seems.  I hope that helps."
Nyrssa says, "I know that they'll need it. I'm happy that everyone is being kind."
Rohese offers, speaking graciously to Myasara, "Forgive my interruption, Argent Mirror, but if there is anything I can do to assist Lady Gelynne, please do not hesitate to ask."
Myasara says, "I am sure she will be hosting events to gather what is needed and look forward to such relations between our cities."
Myasara says, speaking to Rohese, "I will mention your offer to her."
Myasara says, "I have heard those in the Fortress have been hard at work already.  I hope the Shining City can aid them."
Myasara says, "Lady Councillor."
Ardtin says, "I have several first-hand accounts of threats made to the Elven Vilalge to the West.  Several hostile individuals entered the village and stated they would burn it down."
Ysaeril stutters, in Elven, "Um."
Ardtin says, "Such activity should not go unnoticed by us.  I challenge the Court to request Ta'Vaalor fortify their outpost."
Ardtin says, speaking to Agathilea, "You should pass this along, as it is imperative such challenges not go unnoticed or unanswered."
Myasara says, "Lady Ardtin."
Ardtin says, speaking to Myasara, "And it is my opinion, and that of many others, that we should assist in these endeavors."
Myasara says, "I thank you for your opinion."
Agathilea says, speaking in Elven to Ardtin, "I will be happy to pass this to my superiors."
Myasara says, "We will take it under advisement, thank you."
Myasara says, "'we value your counsel."
Ardtin softly says, "Of course."
Aeriadrn says, "If there are no... Ah, Mistress Liesette."
Leisette says, "It is with no small touch of sadness and a heavy heart that I address your reflection before the court this afternoon."
Leisette says, "There are great mechanations moving within our own Nations as well as beyond.  These things mush be listened to and followed.  The simple threads can not so easily be traced by the few that stand in the light."
Leisette says, "While I hold the Inquisitors in the utmost light and respect, I, too, much question the wisdom of binding our resources so heavily."
Leisette says, "I request that my name and that of my House be moved to be cleared hastily.  The court gains nothing from my light hand being tied behind my back."
Leisette says, "I am, as I have always been, a servant of the greater Peace of the Great Nations."
Myasara says, "While it would be very easy to just say all are cleared.  We will allow our inquisitors to continue their work."
Leisette demurely says, "Of course, your reflection."
Aeriadrn asks, "Are there any others who wish to speak?"
Myasara says, "Lady Ysaeril."
Ysaeril nervously says, in Elven, "Your Reflection's audience humbles me, as I am sure it humbles all who stand before the Peacock Throne."
Ysaeril stutters, in Elven, "Ummm.. I..."
Ysaeril hesitantly says, "Several weeks ago, I wrote to the Seneschal requesting audience on behalf of another. The letter was precipitated by the activities of a small cadre from the Aldora region, who attempted to travel here to share their consternation with our government."
Ysaeril explain, "Several of us found them in the dwarven mines of Zul Logoth and bade them to return to their homelands, and I promised to share with the court their concerns."
Ysaeril says, speaking nervously to Ardtin, "Lady Councilor," she begins, her voice trembling, "I appreciate your willingness to share my concern with the Argent Mirror, however... I did not write to you."
Ysaeril says, "Argent Mirror, when I received a reply from the Lady Councilor Greyvael that she would speak to you, I was not expecting this.  Especially considering that I learned just a few moments ago that the Aldorans did not arrive home as we bade them."
Ysaeril pleads, "They were not violent, and most were children."
Ardtin says, speaking to Ysaeril, "Not everything is required to be responded to directly by Her Reflection.  Councilors serve a purpose."
Ysaeril nervously rambles, "I had intended on presenting Jiarine to discuss her findings about  the humans, but she has since been ejected from court."
Ysaeril says, "If...I.. um."
Ysaeril says, "Lady Missoni, if you could please explain what you shared with me.."
Missoni hesitantly asks, "If I have permisson?"
Myasara says, "We heard of those from Aldoran, but they did not arrive in the Shining City or we would have spoken with them."
Ardtin says, speaking to Ysaeril, "I did carry your message, as you have just heard.  My statement was based on unrelated information."
Missoni carefully ventures, "It is not unrelated."
Ardtin says, speaking to Ysaeril, "I do believe you are conflating situations and drawing unnecessary conclusions and attention, but do carry on."
Myasara asks, "They returned home, did they not?"
Ysaeril meekly says, "If you please..."
Myasara says, "We were glad to hear that they turned and went home and they were helped by many to leave the dwarven caves."
Missoni says, "We learned this past week that they did not return home. I was one of the party who attempted to track them along the trail. We discovered signs of them in the Vipershroud, and the wisps of the swamp showed us a vision of the party being attacked, first by a panther. Then, one of the party members, a young girl, was slain by an Elven archer."
Missoni says, "The archer was wearing blue and silver livery, and we found a scrap of it. Jiarine was to bring it here, to present to the court."
Myasara asks, "And where is this archer?"
Missoni says, "We did not find the archers, but went to the Elven village to ask after the party. There... the same Jiarine made some comments about ah... well, some ill-advised comments that reflected poorly on the rest of us, I think."
Missoni adds, "So we left, to avoid further incident."
Missoni says, "I am awfully sorry that those comments have reached your ears, without the full story, Your Reflection."
Myasara asks, "Did someone see this elven archer?"
Missoni says, speaking to Myasara, "Not in the flesh, but in the vision. Many of us think it may be a trick, or a ploy."
Myasara asks, "A vision?"
Myasara asks, "Is there no proof that there was an elven archer?"
Missoni says, speaking to Myasara, "There are wisps in the swamp--no, there is no physical proof. The scrap of cloth could have been worn by anyone."
Ciradyl calmly states, "There would need to be more tangible evidence before such a charge could be brought up to our court."
Missoni says, "We have the cloth, the young girl's axe, and her shattered shield."
Missoni quickly says, "I mention it not to raise any charges, but merely to identify why we asked after the party in the Elven Village."
Myasara says, "I see."
Ysaeril anxiously whispers aloud, "Something is not right here."
Myasara says, "I believe we are a bit confused."
Missoni admits, "It is all very confusing."
Myasara says, "We are sad that something may have happened to this party of Aldorans."
Myasara says, "But you say someone saw a vision of an elf attacking them, but there is no true evidence that there was an elven archer."
Myasara asks, "And that Lady Jiarine had information?"
Myasara asks, "What was this information she had?"
Missoni says, "Yes, she had the scrap of cloth we found after seeing the vision. It was a scrap that matched the archer's livery."
Myasara says, "And this cloth showed that it was worn by an elf."
Missoni says, "The vision did, yes."
Myasara asks, "Did no one see this event with their own eyes?"
Missoni says, "One supposes the rest of the Aldoran party did, but they are nowhere to be found."
Dendum says, "One assumes the archer saw it."
Missoni agrees, "Well, yes, probably them too."
Myasara says, "If there is anymore evidence that comes forward, we would be interested in seeing it, but we find it hard to move on a vision."
Missoni says, "My understanding is that the Vornavian Court is looking for them. Thank you for listening."
Myasara says, "Lady Ardtin."
Ysaeril humbly agrees, "Thank you Argent Mirror."
Ardtin says, "Your Reflection."
Myasara says, "We would ask to to seek out Lady Jiarine and see what she has to say on this matter."
Myasara says, "And you wil report your findings to us."
Ardtin says, "Without a doubt and without hesitation or delay."
Myasara says, "We will of course have it looked into if there is evidence for us to see."
Ysaeril says, "I thank the Argent Mirror for such care and attention."
Myasara says, "Lord Aeriadrn."
Aeriadrn says, "This court is now adjourned."
Ballital says, speaking to Rohese, "It was a pleasure to meet you.  I will see you around the Shining City."
Rohese says, speaking demurely to Ballital, "Likewise and I hope you don't think too harshly of us."
Ysaeril whispers aloud, speaking reluctantly to Agathilea, "I hope you're right."
Dendum asks, "We can speak again?"
Eruien whispers aloud, speaking to Leisette, "I truly believe in your innocence."
Uniana evenly says, "Some of us never stopped."
Dendum says, "Yes...that was noticed."
Ciradyl says, speaking evenly to Eruien, "I bear no ill-will towards Lady Leisette."
Ballital says, speaking to Rohese, "Not at all, order is the right thing to have, even as harsh as it may seem.  Well, that's my opinion."
Leisette says, "One frequently finds themselves clouded by old prejudices and cliches."
Eruien says, speaking to Ciradyl, "You bind her hands, though, and I believe that will be detrimental to your investigation, rather than helpful."
Agathilea says, speaking politely in Elven to Elaejia, "Good day to you."
Ciradyl says, speaking to Eruien, "Our investigation will continue on apace, and perhaps she will be unbound sooner than you think."
Eruien remarks, speaking evenly to Ciradyl, "Of course, I am not the expert, despite the fact I have likely spoken in depth with more people in the Keep than you have."
Elaejia says, speaking in Elven to Agathilea, "Likewise, Legionnaire."
Murstyr says, speaking to Ciradyl, "The Argent Mirror has much faith in you and your team."
Ciradyl says, speaking simply to Eruien, "Whispers upon a pillow are not always truthful."
Eruien says, speaking to Ciradyl, "Whispers upon a pillow are when people are most vulnerable."
Eruien says, speaking to Ciradyl, "Perhaps you should try it.  It'd be easier than drugging someone."
Eruien says, speaking to Ciradyl, "And more fun."
Uniana affably says, "Fair evening, everyone."
Rohese apologetically says, "Do excuse me, I should probably let my husband know that his name has been cleared."
Elaejia dryly says, "Indeed."
Eruien says, speaking to Uniana, "Lady Anduin."
Missoni says, speaking to Rohese, "Give him my regards, please? It was lovely to see you."
Ciradyl says, speaking evenly to Eruien, "I will take your suggestion, Lord Lithvair."
Leisette asks, speaking to Ciradyl, "Have you attempted to follow the silvers?  Or has the massive auction houses of the Merchant Associations that took place outside of Wehnimer's Landing and also on Ornath clouded that, too?"
Rohese exclaims, speaking softly to Missoni, "I shall!"
Rohese says, speaking softly to Missoni, "And to your husband too, of course."
Ciradyl says, speaking calmly to Leisette, "We are pursuing as many avenues as possible, although I am not at leisure to discuss those in public."
Leisette slowly says, "Of course."
Eruien mutters, "Doing yourself a disservice."
Eruien asks, speaking to Leisette, "I am excusing myself.  Are you interested in joining me?"
Leisette asks, speaking to Ciradyl, "I have letters that I need to write, would it be easier for you to come sit over my shoulder or to prepare a pot of water?"
Ciradyl says, speaking sincerely to Leisette, "If that is an invitation for my company, I must decline for now."
Ysaeril awkwardly mumbles, in Elven, "Pardon me, I... I should go."
Dendum says, speaking to Missoni, ""The young woman was named Freckles."
Dendum says, speaking to Missoni, ""From Aldora."
Missoni wishes, speaking in Elven to Ysaeril, "Fair eve."
Dendum says, "This is what she was called amongst her people."
Missoni says, "Yes, that is what they called her."
Dendum says, "Not 'party of Aldora' or whatever nonsense the court calls it."
Missoni corrects, "Call her."
Missoni says, "Well, she was not the only one there."
Ciradyl jokingly says, "I shall go s...sit over Lady Leisette's shoulder, please excuse me."
Eruien mutters, "I suppose she did not want my company."
Eruien says, speaking fondly to Elaejia, "Lady Sililthyr."