North by Northwest (storyline)/2023-12-19 - Shining Northern Knight (log)

Eorgaen 19-20, 5123

by Leafiara Autumnwind of the TownCrier

Disclaimer

This log is purely intended as an archival record of spoken words and actions of characters within the game as could be witnessed by the character or characters who were present to record them. Leafiara's player and the TownCrier hold no position on the veracity, falsity, legitimacy, nor illegitimacy of any character dialogue, opinions, perspectives, interpretations, and stances presented herein.

Synopsis

Earlier in the evening, Vornavis receives an announcement from the Emperor that, among other things, Thadston Andrews has been appointed as the Turamzzyrian Empire's Northern Sentinel, replacing Earl Jovery. Later that evening, Northern Sentinel Thadston arrives in the vicinity of Wehnimer's Landing and meets people at Hearthstone. He says he'd turned down less, but Jovery offered more, and that even if people doubted Earl Jovery's intentions for the Landing, hopefully they'd not doubt his.

He says the fall of Talador has continued affecting Vornavis, Jantalar, and Mestanir and that some people might question his appointment, but the Northern Sentinel seat has been held by Earl Jovery in North Hendor for decades, leading Hendor to rise while others have suffered. He hopes to do it differently even though he doesn't know if he can. He's considering multiple locations for moving the seat of the Northern Sentinel, but either way, he hopes to elevate all of the north.

As Councilor Vaemyr and Envoy Thrassus fill him in on the recent situation, Thadston says he already knows and will lend needed resources. Leafiara and Perigourd suggest more experienced witch hunters and more manpower, respectively, and Thadston says he'll see what he can do, even if it means breaking glass and chairs. Magister Raelee suggests he not take that approach; Thadston promises to do better with them than he did with her and says he'll need the Hall of Mages more than they need him.

Eventually a Hendoran soldier signals Thadston that it's time to leave. He shares some farewells and says he'll see everyone again some time, then departs for the docks after briefly casting a glance toward the prison.

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Log

An Earlier Announcement in Vornavis

[OOC note: this is what Rillarie relayed to me]

The herald reads, "We first honor the memory of Duke Bannon Chandrennin, a loyal servant to our Empire. To continue his legacy, I appoint Gerjonn Chandrennin as the new Southern Sentinel of the Empire. His leadership and dedication shall be instrumental in maintaining the stability and prosperity of our southern realms."

The herald reads, "We now look to the east, where harmony with our elven neighbors is paramount. I appoint Salnim Malwind as the Eastern Sentinel, entrusting him with the vital role of fostering peace and trade with the Wyrdeep elves. His appointment symbolizes our commitment to the principles established in the Valley of Gold treaty and further solidified with the Kasendra Accords, ensuring that the bonds between humans and elves continue to strengthen for generations to come."

The herald reads, "Lastly. in recognition of exceptional strength, character, and esteemed honor, qualities that transcend the bounds of hereditary succession, I appoint Thadston Andrews as the Northern Sentinel of the Empire. His reinstatement is not merely a restoration of knightly spurs, lands, and title, but a testament to his unwavering dedication and valor, as recognized by Earl Jovery. May his vigilance fortify the north."

The herald says, "These appointments are made in the spirit of unity, strength, and foresight. Each Sentinel is charged with the sacred duty of guarding our Empire's prosperity and upholding the peace and well-being of its people."

Idle Chatter in the Snow

[General] Pukk thinks, "Weather."

[travel]

[Town Square Central]

This is the heart of the main square of Wehnimer's Landing. The impromptu shops of the bazaar are clustered around this central gathering place, where townsfolk, travellers, and adventurers meet to talk, conspire or raise expeditions to the far-flung reaches of Elanith. At the north end, an old well, with moss-covered stones and a craggy roof, is shaded from the moonlight by a strong, robust tree. The oak is tall and straight, and it is apparent that the roots run deep. You also see a Wehnimer's runner, a ruffled narrow-winged falcon, the Eralice disk, the Amn disk, a subversive mountain spirit that is flying around, the Sealbhach disk, the Ishtur disk, a sinuous bone white serpent that is sitting, a rose-marrow potion, a rose-marrow potion, a rose-marrow potion, some acantha leaf, some acantha leaf, the Barsha disk, a pale-faced coppery barn owl, some wide stone benches with some stuff on it, an herbal remedy donation bin and a round silver-banded barrel.

Also here: Whimweaver Leafiara, Grorin, Sproggy, Town Councilor Kayse, Tikba, Perigourd, Town Councilor Vaemyr, Pukk, Asben, Journeywoman Eralice, Mateius, Amn, Dativoy who is sitting, Sealbhach, Ishtur, Barsha who is sitting, Andromalius

Eralice softly says, "Oh heck, why not."

Speaking to Leafiara, Pukk exclaims, "Join Vaemyr!"

Leafiara amusedly asks, "We going somewhere?"

Pukk exclaims, "I hope so!"

Speaking softly to Leafiara, Eralice says, "Apparently."

Kiyna greets, "Evening, everyone."

Speaking to Leafiara, Vaemyr says, "Dunno I just came by and Pukk told people to join me."

Tikba carefully asks, "Have you all heard the news of the new Northern Sentinel?"

Speaking to Kiyna, Pukk says, "Hiya shortstuff."

Speaking to Kayse, Perigourd says, "Her sign, perhaps."

Speaking uncertainly to Tikba, Leafiara asks, "No?"

Speaking to Leafiara, Vaemyr says, "Maybe I'll bring everyone to the hive."

Eralice softly says, "Yes."

Speaking pleasedly to Vaemyr, Leafiara says, "Oh, if that's where we're going, I'm all for it."

Eralice softly says, "Hey, that could be fun."

Speaking carefully to Leafiara, Tikba explains, "His Imperial Majesty has appointed Thadston Andrews in place of Earl Jovery as the new Northern Sentinel."

Speaking to Leafiara, Kiyna informs, "The Emperor just appointed a new Northern Sentinel."

Eralice softly says, "Interesting at least."

Speaking dryly to Tikba, Kayse says, "I already know but I am waiting in an---"

Speaking to Vaemyr, Leafiara explains, "Spent a great deal of the weekend killing in there--"

Speaking to Tikba, Vaemyr says, "I'm honestly still processing that whole thing..."

Speaking abruptly to Tikba, Leafiara asks, "Wait, what?"

Stormyrain amusedly says, "Outstanding."

Speaking carefully to Tikba, Leafiara asks, "Can you repeat that?"

Speaking to Leafiara, Pukk says, "Yes. Thadston is now destined to throw much fancier chair."

Speaking to Leafiara, Kiyna says, "Sir Thadston Andrews, Northern Sentinel."

Speaking slowly to you, Tikba repeats, "His Imperial Majesty has appointed Thadston Andrews in place of Earl Jovery as the new Northern Sentinel."

Stormyrain pleasedly says, "A good choice by the Earl."

Leafiara incredulously marvels, "You're saying the Emperor made a smart decision and it didn't even take him decades like the Chaston's Edict one?"

Speaking to Stormyrain, Perigourd says, "It's quite a surprising move, in all honesty."

Speaking to Perigourd, Stormyrain asks, "When has Earl Jovery been anything but?"

Leafiara muses, "Will wonders never cease."

[General] Thadston thinks, "I'm sure you have questions."

Speaking to Stormyrain, Perigourd says, "Earl Jovery isn't the one to appoint him."

Speaking to Stormyrain, Tikba says, "Ah, it was Aurmont's degree, not the Earl's."

Vaemyr says, "Oh speaking of."

[General] Pukk thinks, "Oh geesh."

Kayse amusedly says, "Oh, speaking of..."

Leafiara confusedly asks, "Wait, the Northern Sentinel has also come to Wehnimer's Landing?"

Speaking to Perigourd, Stormyrain asks, "You do not think the Earl put his name in front of the Emperor? Is that not how that works?"

[General] Pukk exclaims, "You can't have our chairs!"

[General] Thrassus thinks, "Evening, Sentinel."

Speaking to Perigourd, Kiyna says, "Certainly sounded like Jovery was in on it."

Speaking to Leafiara, Vaemyr says, "Seems like it."

[General] Goldstr exclaims, "Hail Northern Sentinel Sir Andrews!"

Perigourd says, "I'm sure it was his influence that suggested it."

[General] Vaemyr thinks, "Evening Thadston."

Leafiara thoughtfully admits, "I guess wonders really *will* never cease."

Stormyrain murmurs, "I admit I am not familiar with the workings of the Empire."

Perigourd says, "But the decision still lies with the Emperor."

[General] Kiyna asks, "I have a few questions, yes, Thadston. Sir?"

[General] Tikba amusedly greets, "Thadston. Or should it be Sir Thadston?"

Perigourd says, "And it's still surprising."

[General] Leafiara cheerfully exclaims, "Not particularly. Congratulations!"

[General] Directed to Tikba, Kayse corrects, "Sir Andrews."

Speaking to Perigourd, Stormyrain says, "A good leader takes into consideration the opinion of the current seat holder, if they are successful and I would call Jovery that, certainly."

Speaking to Stormyrain, Perigourd says, "Yes but there are things that would be hard to explain to others in the nobility, I'm sure."

Irval says, "Greetings."

Speaking amusedly to Kayse, Tikba says, "We say Sir Cryheart, not Sir Thaxin."

[General] Thadston thinks, "Hearthstone always provides a balanced measure of comfort. Airy and open, but not too much of the weather."

Stormyrain asks, "Likely, but that would be true no matter who was appointed, no?"

Leafiara considers, "For tonight, at least, this actually brings up to three Imperial officials around here I can stand. Thadston, Enisius, and Cordarius." [note: Leafi would not consider Larsya an "Imperial" and would not consider Samfelt an "official"]

Vaemyr says, "Heading to hearthstone."

Speaking to Stormyrain, Perigourd says, "Not necessarily, no."

Mourdeyan says, "Hearthstone tis."

Speaking to Tikba, Kayse says, "I say Sir Thaxin at times."

Pukk recites:

"Join Vaemyr!"

Vaemyr says, "In three."

Vaemyr says, "Two."

Speaking to Stormyrain, Perigourd says, "At least, not to the same extent."

Vaemyr says, "One."

Speaking With Thadston

[Hearthstone, Front Porch]

Airy and open, the porch is enclosed by smooth, freshly painted white modwir up to a height of about four feet. As you ponder the sky-blue color of the ceiling and a lacework of deep green ivy that crisscrosses the open space between posts, the hubbub of the world beyond quickly fades away. Rocking chairs of various sizes are an inviting sight, and an elegant green marble arch provides a tantalizing view of the splendors inside the old manor. You also see the Hollybear disk, an amber eyed golden brown coyote, a doorman, a scorched oak sideboard with some stuff on it, a purple modwir bin and the porch steps.

Thadston says, "Magister Raelee."

Mourdeyan says, "Sir."

Lylia says, "Well, well. You could not stay away."

Thadston chuckles.

Lylia flashes a quick grin at Thadston.

Missoni greets, "Sir Thadston."

Speaking wryly to Thadston, Tikba says, "You were not gone as long as you suggested."

[General] Goldstr asks, "Porch Sir ASndrews?"

Speaking to Thadston, Vaemyr says, "Evening Thadston, I'm not sure if I should be congratulating you or morning for you."

Thadston says, "Your fault, actually."

Speaking to Thadston, Thrassus says, "I had been wondering what was keeping you so busy."

Thadston chuckles.

Thadston says, "I will be soon."

Thadston nods at Tikba.

Alosaka slowly asks, "...Sir Thadston?"

Speaking to Alosaka, Kiyna says, "He's the Northern Sentinel now."

Speaking to Alosaka, Perigourd says, "Sentinel Andrews."

Thadston says, "Consider this a Feast of Immortals gift."

Thadston says, "Especially for some."

Thadston winks at Stormyrain.

Thadston smirks.

Speaking to Lylia, Kiyna says, "Didn't hear yet? Emperor's decree was but earlier today."

Thadston says, "I'm kidding. It's good to see all of you."

Speaking to Thadston, Stormyrain says, "I am pleased to hear of your new position. Congratulations."

Leafiara cheerfully agrees, "Likewise."

Kayse sincerely echoes, "Yes, congratulations."

Thadston grins.

Lylia says, "Indeed."

Thadston says, "It was not an easy thing to accept. I had turned down less."

Tikba amusedly says, "And so he offered more."

Thadston chuckles.

Alosaka dryly says, "I think it's easy to turn down less."

Pukk says, "Thadston is grinning..and chuckling.."

Speaking to Thadston, Kayse inquires, "And why did you accept?"

'Thadston says, "The man is relentless."

Lylia says, "Holding out for more power seemed to be the wise choice, then."

Speaking to Thadston, Irval says, "Your arms healed up nicely. Welcome back."

Thadston says, "Because I've learned a great many things in life, and one of them is if you want something done right...."

Speaking to Thadston, Goldstr says, "I was thinkin somethin like dis whe Ya got da message from Earl Jovery to go see him."

Tikba amusedly agrees, "Yes."

Pukk says, "Don't ask Pukk."

Leafiara enthuses, "Very much so! ...on both points!"

Thadston grins at Goldstr.

Tikba asks, "And what do you wish to do right, here in Wehnimer's Landing?"

Speaking to Thadston, Irval asks, "Do it yourself?"

Thadston says, "Well, obviously invade and rule."

Thadston smirks at Tikba.

Tikba gazes in amusement at Thadston.

Pukk exclaims, "I knew it!"

Lylia points out, "Invasion is not always a necessary precursor."

Thadston pauses, looking around.

Tikba amusedly says, "I have heard it said that the third time is the charm."

Kayse says, "That joke is so 5122."

Thadston asks, "No Dendum and Wolfloner?"

Thadston snaps his fingers.

Speaking to Thadston, Kiyna says, "I could take ya."

Thadston begins chuckling at Kayse!

Speaking to Thadston, Perigourd says, "Proscuting and defending blood magic in the north."

Perigourd says, "Prosecuting, rather."

Leafiara asks, "Respectively?"

Perigourd nods at Leafiara.

Perigourd says, "Indeed."

Thadston says, "If you ever doubted Earl Jovery's intentions for peace and freedom in Wehnimer's Landing, hopefully you'd not doubt mine."

Speaking to Thadston, Lylia asks, "If you are going to call upon such trouble, shall I give you chalk for a proper summoning circle?"

Speaking to Thadston, Vaemyr says, "Dendum tends to spend most days further north these days."

Kayse absently asks, "Isn't Wolfloner still banished from town?"

Thadston says, "The fall of Talador has done a lot to the northern region."

Pukk says, "No."

Speaking to Kayse, Thrassus says, "That lapsed."

Thadston says, "It's still felt to this day. Here, in Vornavis, in Jantalar, in Mestanir..."

Pukk says, "His banishment ended."

Speaking to Kayse, Leafiara admits, "I don't know, but either way, Wolf was just helping Lithyia with her new tavern in Icemule a couple days ago."

Kayse absently says, "Clearly I do not keep track of such things."

Alosaka says, "This position would seem to give you a measure of authority over the new barony."

Geijon says, "Some have short memories."

Thadston says, "I understand some of you may question my appointment. I still do myself. Perhaps the Earl did go mad. But let's be honest..."

Thadston says, "The position is not required of bloodlines. It can be appointed. And my goal..."

Leafiara admits, "The only thing I'm questioning is why I don't see Imperial decisions I agree with more often than now."

Thadston says, "The Northern Sentinel for decades as sat in the seat of North Hendor."

Lylia says, "I do not question the wisdom of the choice, and you know the disdain I hold for hereditary rule. I am surprised it was offered, however."

Speaking to Thadston, Kiyna admits, "If I'm honest, I think this could be ideal for you. I was terrified they'd give you a throne and castle. You'd tear the thing out. I'd feel sorry for the stained glass."

Gutstorm drunkenly slurs, "Dat mean you gonna marry Larsya?"

Thadston asks, "When it comes time to feed your children, do you first tend to the ones in your home, or the ones across the street?"

Speaking to Gutstorm, Lylia says, "She is betrothed to Xorus."

Tikba mildly says, "Surely if the children across the street are hungry, you would invite them in."

Thadston says, "I love Jovery like a father."

Geijon says, "Hope it doesn't get that dire first."

Speaking to Thadston, Raelee asks, "... however, given that a Sentinel not of the ruling bloodlines is... highly irregular... do you expect any political ramifications for this amongst the other Northern Baronies?"

Thadston says, "But North Hendor has risen while others have suffered. It is natural. I will not pretend I could do it differently. But I will try."

Thadston says, "If they like their chairs, they'll fall in line."

Thadston begins chuckling at Raelee!

Vaemyr says, "Seperating the sentinels from the needs of specific Baronies does seem like a wise decision. It is even sort of radical, but I think it's a good thing."

Thadston says, "Yes. I expect pushback."

Speaking to Thadston, Perigourd says, "One could argue that the duty of the Sentinel is to all his purview, not any sigular point on the map."

Thadston says, "But I hope to elevate all of the north. Jantalar. Mestanir. Hendor. Vornavis. Darkstone. Wehnimer's Landing."

Thadston nods at Perigourd.

Perigourd says, "Singular, rather."

Thadston says, "It is exactly that."

Speaking to Thadston, Thrassus asks, "Will the seat for the Northern Sentinel remain in North Hendor or are you considering moving it?"

Perigourd nods thoughtfully.

Thadston says, "The entire region falls under the Sentinel's purview. But lines can..."

Thadston shrugs.

Thadston says, "I am considering moving it."

Irval says, "Which direction."

Thadston says, "I am considering multiple locations, if I can sound absolutely arrogant for a moment."

Alosaka asks, "For a moment?"

Speaking in Faendryl, Lylia says something you don't understand.

Lylia nods at Thadston.

Leafiara amusedly jests, "It's never stopped you before."

Thadston smirks.

Leafiara breaks into a cheeky grin.

Speaking to Thadston, Vaemyr says, "Let us know where, we'll make preperations for chair exports, we already know all the right demisions and designs for optimal throwing."

Thadston asks, "Earl Jovery is a good man. A father, as I've said. He's also smart. Not because he picked me, which, history will decide that. But why should great positions of influence change only under chaotic times of death?"

Speaking to Vaemyr, Kiyna says, "Get him a magic chair that returns to the hurler."

Thadston says, "The man was wise enough to relinquish power, to protect the people."

Mourdeyan says, "He could just bond to it."

Speaking to Thadston, Perigourd asks, "Will you be pursuing Octaven, or is that still being left to the Hall?"

Speaking to Thadston, Geijon asks, "Can you tell us how th' Earl is?"

Thadston says, "He is well. He is not on death's bed, if you mean that."

Thadston says, "But he was old ten years ago, and none the younger now."

Goldstr says, "Goods to hear."

Geijon says, "I did not think it was so dire, but it's good to hear."

Geijon agrees with Thadston.

Thadston says, "He's smart. Why take your last breath embroiled in the politics of all of the north."

Thadston chuckles.

Thadston says, "Enjoy the final stages."

Mourdeyan says, "Age is relative, his illness can't have done well by him."

Thadston says, "He is still the Earl."

Leafiara agrees, "A good move."

Thadston says, "See. Marshal, Mayor, Northern Sentinel. You've a few steps to complete."

Thadston nods at Stormyrain.

Thadston smirks.

Gutstorm drunkenly slurs, "Thadston me axe ye question?"

Kayse airily says, "She can move slower. She has a lot more time to do it in."

Thadston nods at Gutstorm.

Speaking drunkenly to Thadston, Gutstorm slurs, "Iffin ye need Depooty Shentnal, me count in, ye not do everthin all lone ye know."

Gutstorm points at himself.

Gutstorm grunts and nods.

Thadston chuckles.

Thadston says, "No."

Thadston says, "I wasn't sure I'd make it tonight, with winter picking up so quickly."

Gutstorm drunkenly slurs, "Hard ta find a good bosh deez day."

Speaking to a lazy wild deep crimson dog, Pukk says, "I wouldn't do that if I were you."

Thadston says, "But glad I could say bye, again, well, until next time."

Speaking to Thadston, Kiyna says, "So will we be seeing more of you, or less? I imagine the latter... unless you were moving back in."

Speaking to Pukk, Lylia says, "We know one another."

Thadston shrugs.

Pukk says, "Oh good."

Thadston says, "You will likely see me more than you did Jovery."

Tikba wryly says, "I hope you make your headquarters closer to us. It will make it easier to reach you."

Speaking to Thadston, Kiyna says, "I would like that very much."

Leafiara acknowledges, "That's not especially hard, but..."

Thadston says, "Given Darkstone is so near, and in many ways, here is my home."

Thadston says, "Maybe not with land, but in..."

Thadston says, "You get it."

Lylia says, "I do."

Mourdeyan says, "Unless you plan to join the exodus and dash back and forth."

Lylia asks, "What of the Eastern position? Have there been other such changes?"

Speaking to Lylia, Raelee says, "Lord Salnim Malwind."

Thadston says, "The Malwind boy."

Speaking to Lylia, Tikba says, "Salnim Malwind is the Eastern Sentinel."

Aid

Speaking to Thadston, Vaemyr says, "Well, if we're all even here and the entire area isn't a giant blight by the next time you visit at least."

Tikba says, "And Gerjonn confirmed in the south."

Lylia murmurs, "Quite a move."

Speaking to Lylia, Raelee says, "And Gerjonn Chandrennin is taking his father's position in the South."

Thadston says, "That's the spirit."

Thadston nods at Vaemyr.

Missoni says, "He is hardly a boy."

Gutstorm drunkenly slurs, "Geijon goin shouf?"

Lylia enunciates, "Gerjonn, not Geijon."

Speaking to Thadston, Thrassus says, "He's being serious, some sort of thing in Darkstone has become aware of us and has threatened to blight the lands in the region."

Thadston says, "I know."

Kiyna says, "One of the manafires is already out."

Speaking to Geijon, Lylia says, "If you want to go off and be the Southern Sentinel, I am certain you could choose to do so."

Tikba says, "The Bleak, or its child."

Thadston says, "I'm south to Tamzzyr tonight, but I'll lend any resources you need."

Thadston says, "Any remnants of that witch need to be done with for good."

Thrassus says, "It said it was not the Bleak, we know that much."

Tikba says, "It said it was beyond the Bleak."

Speaking to Thadston, Perigourd says, "It would seem Octaven drained the fire the other night, and that two witchhunters despatched to capture her perished in their attempt."

Leafiara thoughtfully says, "Hmm... coud tell the Hall of Mages to send more experienced witch hunters next time. The last couple got killed in under a week."

Mourdeyan says, "It never would respond to annathin we asked though."

Perigourd says, "More manpower to find her would be welcome, I'm sure."

Vaemyr says, "Got some spare kroderine gauntlets like you had before? Those might work against Octaven."

Lylia says, "We thought at first that it was related to the Blight, but in its fleshly guise, it said that it would make the Blight look like a summer's brief malaise."

Tikba corrects, "Ah, Blight."

Tikba says, "Common is so troublesome."

Thadston nods.

Speaking fervently to Tikba, Lylia says, "It very much is."

Thadston says, "I'll see what I can do and leverage the Hall how I can."

Leafiara gives an approval gesture with her hand.

Mourdeyan says, "Then it proved it, if only monentarily."

Thadston says, "I might break some glass and chairs along the way."

Thadston says, "I suspect many of them are not ready for me."

Leafiara amiably says, "Probably deservedly so."

Mourdeyan says, "They could always request a copy of concil notes."

Gutstorm removes a gilt-bordered off-white coupon from in his traveller's cloak.

Gutstorm offers Lylia a gilt-bordered off-white coupon.

Lylia accepts Gutstorm's off-white coupon.

A Hendoran soldier arrives, nods to Thadston then marches off.

Speaking slowly to Thadston, Raelee asks, "May I offer some advice on that, Sir Thadston?"

Thadston frowns.

Thadston nods at Raelee.

Thadston asks, "Rebuild your lab?"

Thadston chuckles.

Speaking to Thadston, Raelee says, "Last week, preferably."

(Lylia holds the coupon at arm's length and scrutinizes it through narrowed eyes.)

Speaking to Thadston, Raelee says, "... but beyond that."

Geijon whispers something to Missoni.

Pukk says, "Plus she wants more budget for her experiments."

Lylia simply says, "Thank you."

Lylia nods at Gutstorm.

Speaking to Thadston, Raelee says, "The Hall is not likely to respond well or to respond cooperatively to breaking glass and chairs. Occasionally, one does have to meet the Magisters where they are."

Gutstorm drunkenly slurs, "Me gonna need da coopon back, Lylia,it multi use."

Pukk says, "Ah..magically unbreakable chairs."

Speaking to Gutstorm, Lylia asks, "You want it back!?"

Thadston says, "I promise to do better than I ever did with you."

Speaking to Thadston, Raelee says, "... the Hall is not an incompetant organization, and they are proud. There are many great minds amongst their numbers."

Thadston nods at Raelee.

Speaking to Pukk, Irval says, "There's no money in a chair that doesnt break."

Lylia offers Gutstorm a gilt-bordered off-white coupon.

Speaking to Irval, Pukk says, "Insurance against Sir Thaddy."

Gutstorm accepts Lylia's off-white coupon.

(Raelee blinks quickly at Thadston, as if taken slightly aback. She quickly schools her face back to something more neutral, but continues to regard hi with a long, thoughtful look.)

Thadston says, "If anything, I will need the Hall more than they need me. The growing threats of the North are not dispatched by sword and soldier alone."

Speaking carefully to Thadston, Raelee says, "... very well, then."

Kiyna whispers something to Thadston.

Kiyna whispers something to Thadston.

A Hendoran soldier arrives, Thadston nods before his foot touches the first step, and the soldier turns and departs.

Thadston says, "That's my cue."

Tikba amusedly says, "The Sentinel's work is never done."

Gutstorm drunkenly slurs, "Me go witcha Thadston."

Thadston says, "I'm off to dine in grand halls of marble and gold and stares and whispers."

Asben asks, "And do paperwork?"

Speaking to Thadston, Kiyna says, "My condolences."

Speaking to Thadston, Lylia says, "Sounds lovely."

Vaemyr asks, "Have... fun?"

Thrassus says, "Stare at them back."

Speaking to Thadston, Perigourd says, "Safe travels."

Stormyrain says, "You have a lot of practice at that type of scrutiny. We put you through it here for many years."

Mourdeyan says, "Fair eve Sir."

Pukk recites:

"Everybody hug Thadston!"

Speaking to Thadston, Vaemyr says, "We'll be sure to stir up plenty of trouble that you can visit us whenever you want to get away."

Speaking drunkenly to Mourdeyan, Gutstorm slurs, "It Faireve."

Mourdeyan says, "Um...."

Speaking to Thadston, Missoni wishes, "Fair eve, Sentinel."

Thadston says, "No, thank Kai, this role has little to no paperwork."

Speaking softly to Pukk, Hollybear asks, "Tis tha' safe tae do?"

Thadston says, "I talk, and others do it for me. Probably half the reason I took it."

Irval asks, "More stabby stabby?"

Speaking to Hollybear, Pukk says, "Sure."

Asben nods at Thadston.

Asben says, "Makes sense."

Speaking softly to Pukk, Hollybear asks, "Sure?"

Tikba deadpans, "Are you sure you cannot stay to break the news to Amos?"

Thadston says, "He probably knew before you did."

[General] Enville thinks, "' ummmm I think i have the green death."

Speaking sweetly to Tikba, Leafiara says, "Oh, I like the way you think."

[General] Witfog exclaims, "Oh noes!"

Tikba wryly says, "No doubt."

Pukk says, "Okay that thought cheered me up."

Gutstorm drunkenly slurs, "Amos good fella, he fixed me Gizmo."

[General] Enville thinks, "' Not sure what it looks like so if anyone could direct me on what to look for'would be greatly aoppreciated."

Thadston says, "Goodnight everyone. We'll meet again, hopefully still not as formal, leave the pompous tricks for the South."

Thadston chuckles.

Gutstorm drunkenly slurs, "Dish wig shtill not shtop itchy me."

Speaking to Lylia, Xorus says, "It was nothing. Only a skull in a desert."

[General] Enville thinks, "I think I have the green dealth im breaking out in blisters and the such."

Leafiara cheerfully wishes, "Good eve!"

Kayse slowly asks, "This was formal?"

Thadston says, "No."

Thadston says, "I meant...yeah."

Thadston nods.

[General] Jiarine thinks, "Boils, pus and vomiting are signs that you more than likely have it."

Thadston chuckles.

Speaking to Thadston, Kiyna says, "Farewell."

Speaking to Thadston, Lylia says, "It really is good to see you again."

[General] Gannorlac thinks, "If your vomiting and haven't been drinking that's a first clue. You can tell for sure whether you feel Healt y or not."

Vaemyr says, "Take care."

Kayse can offer Thadston only a blank expression.

Thadston nods.

Irval says, "Sal."

Speaking to Thadston, Kayse wishes, "Fair evening."

Thadston says, "It is good to see you all. Even Gutstorm."

Gutstorm hoots.

Pukk exclaims, "Okay. This isn't the real Thadston!"

Speaking to Thadston, Kiyna asks, "You'd tell us if you were a doppleganger, right?"

[General] Enville thinks, "Think im just diseased my health report doesnt show anything but my arm just snapped."

Speaking amusedly to Pukk, Leafiara says, "The problem is that joke only works for people who have been around long enough for the two prior fake Thadstons..."

Thadston begins chuckling at Kiyna!

Thadston says, "No."

[General] Umberteca asks, "Been fighting flesh golems?"

[General] Enville thinks, "Darphin ' Nope just boild and tendons snapping."

Thadston waves.

Thadston bows.

Kiyna's face breaks into a cheeky grin.

Thadston marches off down the steps, moving through the gates of town and for a moment stands at a lane between the north ring road and a bend towards the prison. He moves then along north ring road and heads to the docks, disappearing upon a ship with several imperial soldiers.

Discussion Afterward

Pukk says, "Okay well that was an honest answer."

[General] Jiarine thinks, "Some blood diseases can cause that."

Leafiara happily opines, "What a delightful night."

Eralice softly says, "Well, I stayed completely lost."

[General] Enville thinks, "I apologize it also has affected my ability to think."

Pukk says, "Man he walks fast."

Asben says, "Not even one thrown chair."

[General] Polveiss thinks, "Thinking is hard."

Hollybear softly says, "Methinks he twas actually runnin."

Goldstr says, "Ah He be sailin now."

Speaking to Eralice, Geijon asks, "Where do you want to start?"

Speaking softly to Asben, Eralice asks, "Is that a common occurance?"

[General] Enville thinks, "However I dont think I thought all that great in the first place."

Speaking to Asben, Kiyna says, "I would say the chair was occupied, but that would hardly stop him."

Speaking to Eralice, Perigourd says, "Hopefully not anymore."

Speaking softly to Geijon, Eralice says, "I wouldn't even know."

Pukk says, "Okay the council must meet and decide if this was the real Thadston or a fake. This Thadston smiled, laughed, chuckled and even said he missed Gutstorm."

[General] Enville thinks, "Thank you for the help all I will see if theres a kind RR cleric around."

Pukk says, "Something is wrong."

Speaking to Leafiara, Vaemyr says, "I'm still processing that for all intents it seems they made the choice based on merits rather than bloodline, which is kinda a pretty big change in the empire."

Speaking confusedly to Vaemyr, Leafiara asks, "It is?"

Geijon says, "Thadston is the recently named Northern Sentinel of the Empire. Each of the directions are reprented and the West is held by the Emperor."

Eralice softly says, "Most everything that was spoken about happened long before I came to the Landing."

Geijon says, "Prior to that he was Mayor and had given up his spurs, but was called home to North Hendor to speak to Earl Jovery."

Speaking to Pukk, Irval says, "I'll take it under advisement. We'll make a note of it . A small note , but a note none the less."

Eralice softly says, "And politics aren't of interest in a monastary so. . ."

[General] Mystiq thinks, "Undisease doesn't help green death really."

Geijon says, "Amos and him aren't friends. They had a famous fight with Thadston and Casiphia that Amos beat them badly in."

Speaking disbelievingly to Irval, Pukk asks, "What..you are listening to me?"

Speaking drunkenly to Hollybear, Gutstorm slurs, "Sorry dey dishturn yoo reshy quiet."

Pukk says, "Okay...this is too much for me."

Speaking softly to Gutstorm, Hollybear says, "Nae matter."

Speaking softly to Geijon, Eralice says, "But some people don't like the emporer."

Tikba carefully says, "As Thadston said, an Earl who is also a Sentinel must struggle with dual responsibilities."

[General] Pukk thinks, "Good night all."

Irval says, "Well finally found the way to berid of Pukk."

Irval says, "Be nice to him."

Irval says, "So simple."

Tikba says, "It is to the emperor's benefit, no doubt, to have a sentinel without that difficulty."

Mourdeyan says, "Indeed."

Geijon says, "Many people have many opinions."

Gutstorm drunkenly slurs, "We need Pukk, how we know who ta join witout em?"

Kiyna says, "I think this is ideal for Thadston. He gets to go around the northern territories, kicking butt, and isn't stuck to some desk or fancy throne."

[General] Enville thinks, "Darphin ' I sure do Im keeping it all ready to go for ya."

[General] Enville thinks, "Looking for a think tutor tonight."

Speaking softly to Geijon, Eralice asks, "But Thadston has been around before?"

Speaking to Eralice, Lylia says, "He has been here for many years, yes."

Geijon says, "He originally came here about a decade ago as th' Commander of the Hendorian forces that built the Outpost."

Leafiara says, "Thadston's been the commander of the local outpost, the marshal of our militia, our mayor... many things."

Goldstr says, "Nice to know Sir Andrews still feels da Landin be his home."

Eralice softly says, "Okay. . ."

Eralice softly asks, "I'm sorry, I don't know the proper title for the Northern Sentinal. .is that right?"

Speaking to Eralice, Perigourd says, "Northern Sentinel, yes."

Tikba mildly says, "I do not know if the Northern Sentinel of the Empire can call Wehnimer's Landing his home."

Tikba says, "We are a free city, after all."

Gutstorm drunkenly slurs, "Me call gim Thadston."

Tikba says, "But I am glad for his fellow feeling."

Xorus says, "They collect endless strings of titles. But Nothern Sentinel is a title in itself."

Eralice softly asks, "So that's what he's called? The Northern Sentinel?"

Eralice softly says, "Well that's a mouthful."

Tikba says, "Call him Thadston."

Eralice softly asks, "And what does he. . do?"

Gutstorm drunkenly slurs, "He likes to throw chairs."

Speaking to Eralice, Raelee says, "He is the military commander of the Northern territories of the Empire now."

Speaking to Eralice, Perigourd says, "The duty of the Northern Sentinel is to protect the northern realm of the empire against military threats."

Tikba says, "He leads the military forces.."

Tikba nods at Raelee.

Eralice softly asks, "Really?"

Raelee says, "And for direct address, 'Sir' will do."

Geijon says, "One may not want to be a criminal tomorrow."

Eralice softly asks, "A bit childish for one with such a position, isn't it?"

Leafiara amusedly says, "In hindsight, that mayor role really sticks out as unlike his others."

Speaking drunkenly to Eralice, Gutstorm slurs, "Troo story, me think one time someone in da chair when he troo it out da mayor offish winnow."

Lylia says, "This one is rather an unusual one too."

Speaking mildly to Leafiara, Tikba says, "Not in the way he carried it out."

Eralice softly says, "Ah the Empire again."

Eralice softly says, "I really need to learn of it as well."

Xorus says, "Traditionally it is one of the provincial rulers who serve as Sentinel, as the role invites the question of 'you and what army' so readily."

Lylia says, "Surprising. Not that he is a poor choice, but more that others considered him for the role."

Speaking to Eralice, Perigourd says, "His appointment isn't what one would call typical for the office."

Eralice softly says, "So much to learn."

Speaking to Eralice, Asben says, "So much."

Speaking wryly to Eralice, Leafiara says, "Stick around here long enough, you'll absorb knowledge just by listening."

Speaking to Eralice, Lylia asks, "There is a great deal to learn, yes -- but that is true for all of us, is it not?"

Geijon says, "Hearthstone is often a place to come and chat or ask things."

Speaking drunkenly to Eralice, Gutstorm slurs, "Me been round while and me shtill know nuttin."

Speaking in Aelotian to Eralice, Tikba asks something you don't understand.

Speaking to Eralice, Lylia says, "And always, always consider the source of your knowledge. You will have a great many people who wish less to teach than to indoctrinate."

Speaking softly to Lylia, Eralice asks, "Then why do I feel like the lost chick while the rest of you are eating corn?"

Asben says, "We've been around for a while."

Speaking to Eralice, Leafiara says, "Because you just moved here! Everyone is new at some point."

Speaking to Eralice, Missoni says, "We have all felt like that at one point or another."

Lylia says, "...But of course, in offering that advice, I am also indoctrinating."

Speaking to Lylia, Asben says, "She asked you so it's not so bad."

Lylia says, "I like that metaphor. But chicks grow."

Gutstorm drunkenly slurs, "Ooooh."

Eralice softly says, "I don't indoctrinate easily. I like to know my choices and why I must make them."

Speaking drunkenly to Lylia, Gutstorm slurs, "Me find remedy."

Geijon says, "Choice and free will are paramount."

Lylia says, "That sounds wise."

Gutstorm impishly holds his sprig of mistletoe over Lylia's head. With a wink and a smile, he closes his eyes and puckers up!

Eralice softly says, "That I agree with wholeheartedly."

Lylia exclaims, "I am not so easily charmed!"

Lylia abruptly turns her face away and flings one hand aloft with her palm facing out, the sharp gesture rattling her bangles as if for emphasis.

Gutstorm drunkenly slurs, "But itta rool, like dibsh!"

Lylia darkly intones, "'Dibs' was never a rule."

Speaking softly to Gutstorm, Eralice says, "Mine is better."

Leafiara amusedly ssay, "Maybe I'd better take my opportunity to leave before I witness an implosion and have to testify about it. Have a good eve, all."

Speaking drunkenly to Xorus, Gutstorm slurs, "Back me up, dibsh isha rool, am me right?"