The Winter War (storyline)/2023-01-10 - Food and Supplies (log)
The Winter War-2023-01-10-Food and Supplies (log)
Log captured from the view of Opalina
Food for the Children
[Icemule Trace, West Gate - 3222] (u4127500)
The wind whistles around you as it passes along this side of the town walls. The road leading up to the gate itself is merely a dirt path but you notice it has seen some extensive use. A huge snowbank is off to one side from all the snow being removed in front of the gates. Just to the south of the gate is a stout building with a large sign over the door that reads "The Icehouse Tavern". You also see Guard Private Bumbleberry and the west gates.
Obvious paths: north, south, west
Falvicar followed.
Bumbleberry tells you, "Folks who really want to contribute to Icemule Trace should consider joining the Town Council. They advise the mayor, you know."
Lord Dezter's group just arrived.
Dezter beams!
Jaydo grunts.
Jaydo nods respectfully.
Dezter exclaims, "Well hey, y'all!"
Dezter sets about preparing himself to be as presentable as possible.
Dezter gives you a friendly hug.
You quietly exclaim, "Good evening!"
Dezter exclaims, speaking to you, "We made it!"
You give Aphaedra a friendly hug, stirring the scent of chocolate, caramel, and frosting from her skin.
Jaydo smiles.
You hug Dezter, and he wraps you in a warm embrace in return.
Jaydo bows to you.
You quietly say, "I am so Glad to see you all."
You quietly say, "It's been hectic around here."
Dezter slowly empties his lungs.
[West Barbican, Gate - 3229] (u4050117)
Under the massive barbican is a shadowy passageway, with sturdy stone walls on each side and overhead. Iron-barred windows provide access to this area from each of the barbican towers as well as from overhead, creating the distinct impression that someone is watching from the shadows. The sharp spikes of raised portcullises jut from the ceiling at the eastern entrance to the city and the western exit to the wilds.
Obvious exits: east, west
Falvicar followed.
[Icemule Trace, West Gate - 3222] (u4127500)
The wind whistles around you as it passes along this side of the town walls. The road leading up to the gate itself is merely a dirt path but you notice it has seen some extensive use. A huge snowbank is off to one side from all the snow being removed in front of the gates. Just to the south of the gate is a stout building with a large sign over the door that reads "The Icehouse Tavern". You also see Guard Private Bumbleberry and the west gates.
Also here: Lady Aphaedra, Jaydo, Lord Dezter
Obvious paths: north, south, west
Falvicar followed.
Your cheeks flush with a soft pale rose shade, darkening your freckles even more.
Dezter is already leading a group.
Dezter nods.
Dezter joins your group.
What were you referring to?
Jaydo joins your group.
You gently take hold of Aphaedra's hand.
You pull on Aphaedra, trying to get her closer.
Dezter says, "Let's walk, you can tell me about it."
You give Aphaedra a friendly hug.
You nod at Dezter.
Aphaedra grins.
[West Barbican, Gate - 3229] (u4050117)
Under the massive barbican is a shadowy passageway, with sturdy stone walls on each side and overhead. Iron-barred windows provide access to this area from each of the barbican towers as well as from overhead, creating the distinct impression that someone is watching from the shadows. The sharp spikes of raised portcullises jut from the ceiling at the eastern entrance to the city and the western exit to the wilds.
Obvious exits: east, west
Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo and Dezter followed.
Aphaedra gives you a friendly hug.
Aphaedra gives Falvicar a friendly hug.
You quietly say, "Oh gosh I don't even know where to begin."
[Icemule Trace, West Road - 2386] (u4042101)
The cobblestone road ends at the large western gate here. Through the gate you see vast plains of grass about as tall as a halfling, with very few trees for cover. You also see the western town gate and an old beer barrel.
Obvious paths: north, east, south
Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo and Dezter followed.
[Tavern Burrow, Pilsner Avenue - 2387] (u4042221)
Pilsner Avenue ends at the West Road, although you can see that another road continues beyond this intersection. A tall, narrow, wooden framed building, apparently hastily constructed some years past, houses the Nightowl Pub.
Obvious paths: north, east, south, west
Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo and Dezter followed.
Dezter says, speaking to Falvicar, "Good to see you too, by the way."
Dezter winks at Falvicar.
[Tavern Burrow, Pilsner Avenue - 2390] (u4042220)
A small niche has been carved into the old stone wall, and is surrounded by dried flowers and small folded notes. A young woman kneels before the wall, a wedding bouquet in one hand, her other hand pressing against the wall so hard that her fingertips have whitened.
Obvious paths: north, south
Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo and Dezter followed.
You quietly say, "You remember my husband Falvicar."
Dezter says, "Of course."
Dezter smiles.
You quietly say, "Falviar, My dear friend Dez bo licious."
Dezter says, "Often lost in thought but always lookin good."
Dezter cackles!
You quietly say, "And his sister Aphaedra and her husband Jaydo."
You grin as Dezter tickles you.
You giggle at Dezter.
Jaydo smiles.
You remove a mule-printed glacial green envelope from in your white bearskin coat.
Jaydo nods respectfully at Falvicar.
You offer your glacial green envelope to Dezter, who has 30 seconds to accept the offer. Click CANCEL to prematurely cancel the offer.
Hiatobion just arrived.
Hiatobion just went north.
You remove a ribbon-tied box from in your white bearskin coat.
Dezter grins slowly.
Dezter has accepted your offer and is now holding a mule-printed glacial green envelope.
You offer your ribbon-tied box to Dezter, who has 30 seconds to accept the offer. Click CANCEL to prematurely cancel the offer. >s [Tavern Burrow, Pilsner Avenue - 2391] (u4042219)
Tall boxwood hedges have been trained to grow here, wrapping around the poles of a wrought iron fence. The grey stone of the outer wall of the city is just visible over the top of the fence, surrounding a cleared work yard. The greenery helps to muffle some of the volume of the repetitive metal-on-metal noises emanating from the forging workshops located beyond the gate. A narrow alley, marked with a clever sign crafted from the top of hogshead barrel, jags off to the northeast. Obvious paths: north, east, south
Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo and Dezter followed.
Dezter sniffs at his glacial green envelope.
Dezter has accepted your offer and is now holding a ribbon-tied box.
[Tavern Burrow, Pilsner Avenue - 2392] (u4042204)
In the shadow of the city's western wall stands a long workshop, its door propped open by an over-sized claidhmore. Bright white walls contrast tastefully with the dark blue that trims the windows and the eaves, while new slate tiles defend the sloping roof from the elements. Through an open window, the *clang* of metal on metal and an acrid smell of burning wood drift out onto the street. A green and gold sign identifies the shop of Dalt Wineberry, one of the richest halflings in town.
Obvious paths: north, east, south
Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo and Dezter followed.
[Tavern Burrow, Bend - 2393] (u4042203)
Near the night-blackened shadow of the town walls, a pile of stone wreckage marks the southwestern corner of Icemule Trace. Pilsner Avenue heads northward along the western wall, while Honeybeer Road leads eastward toward the South Gate. The mill tower is quiet and dark, a silhouette against the starlight. You also see a neat cobblestone path.
Obvious paths: north, east
Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo and Dezter followed.
You quietly say, "As you can see we have some wreckage still." > Aphaedra nods.
Aphaedra sighs.
Aphaedra says, "So tragic."
Dezter frowns.
You quietly say, "'Our Mill was destoryed by Zeban wasn't sure if Sorlu showed you this before."
Dezter nods slowly.
Aphaedra says, "He showed us the farms."
Jaydo deeply says, "He mentioned the devastation."
>e
[Tavern Burrow, Honeybeer Road - 2394] (u4042202)
A few small shops front Honeybeer Road here, selling odds and ends. One shop has a windowbox filled with colorful pinwheels that spin wildly whenever someone passes nearby. Another shop window is filled with a display of beer mugs. A freshly hung arrow points towards a whalebone doorway leading into the local fletcher's shop.
Obvious paths: east, west
Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo and Dezter followed.
Jaydo nods slowly at Aphaedra.
You nod.
>e
[Tavern Burrow, Honeybeer Road - 2395] (u4042201)
The Honeybeer Inn is a homey, cheerful place with low, broad eaves and two round dormer windows overlooking the street. The windows are shuttered against the night's chill, but candlelight winks through the slats. Smoke curls upward from the stone chimney to join the darkness of night. The sounds of muffled merriment escape the door every time it opens. You also see a standing hoarbeam framed slate.
Obvious paths: north, east, west
Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo and Dezter followed.
>n
[Tavern Burrow, Porter Street - 2397] (u4042206) Two-story row houses painted in vivid colors line Porter Street, though at second glance, they are not as new as they had first appeared. An older halfling woman sits on the steps of a blue-tinted house, peeling apples and watching the people passing by. You also see an enameled wooden door. Obvious paths: northeast, east, south, west Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo and Dezter followed.
You quietly say, "Hello dear woman."
You quietly say, "Here take from food stuff,"
Aphaedra curtsies to a halfling woman.
Dezter smiles broadly.
You quietly say, "This here is one of our wonderful towns women."
Jaydo grunts.
The woman's fingers move deftly around the apple in her hand, peeling, coring and slicing it into an earthenware bowl between her knees. She picks up another apple to start the process over again, seeming to pay more mind to the traffic on the street than her task, yet never faltering with her paring knife. Jaydo nods once.
You quietly say, "She's been working hard on peeling and preping food for the young."
You quietly say, "And other elderly."
You wave to a halfling woman.
Aphaedra says, "Woman Thank you for everything you're doing."
(Opalina leaves a bag of food next the woman.)
>ne
[Tavern Burrow, Ale Street - 2399] (u4042215)
The sounds of gaiety from the Silvermule are slightly muffled by the yew trees lining the street. The bright row houses down on Porter Street have been replaced by slightly wider stucco boarding houses, apparently the homes for many of the Silvermule's workers.
Obvious paths: north, east, southwest
Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo and Dezter followed.
>n
[Tavern Burrow, Ale Street - 2400] (u4042214)
Stucco seems the preferred building material of the Tavern Burrow residents. The street has been newly cobbled, and the rough edges cause several people to nearly trip as they hurry along. A stucco well attracts a group of children, who drop stones into it, then hoot with glee at the muffled splash. You also see the Balzi disk, a wry halfling trickster, an old beer barrel and a hoarbeam trestle table.
Also here: Balzi
Obvious paths: north, south, northwest
Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo and Dezter followed.
>n
[Tavern Burrow, Thirsty Penguin - 2407] (u4042213)
An occasional halfling walks out of the darkened cold to enter the Thirsty Penguin. A mother cat rests on the broad stone step, sleeping in the warmth that spills through the swinging doors.
Obvious paths: north, east, south, southwest
Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo and Dezter followed.
You reach out and touch a mother cat.
(Opalina drops a few crumbs for the cat.)
Emmelina just arrived.
Emmelina just went north.
Aphaedra reaches out and touches a mother cat.
Dezter's glacial green envelope vanishes into the depths of his crimson cloak.
Aphaedra leans softly against Jaydo.
You quietly say, "Even our pets are quite thin."
Dezter's ribbon-tied box vanishes into the depths of his crimson cloak.
You nod at Aphaedra.
Dezter carefully lifts the kitten by the scruff of its neck and then tucks it gently into the crook of his arm.
>sw
[Tavern Burrow, Barley Lane - 2404] (u4042216)
The narrow buildings on Barley Lane appear taller than others in the Trace, possibly due to the lowering of the street level. The eaves of the buildings are low and broad, shading their porches from the southern sun in summer, and keeping the walkways snow-free in winter.
Obvious paths: northeast, south, west
Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo and Dezter followed.
>w
[Tavern Burrow, Malt Road - 2403] (u4042223)
The cobblestones of Malt Road are new enough to still have sharp edges. Merrily whistling a tune, a delivery boy pushes along a cart with some oak casks on it. The wheel of the cart just catches on the edge of a cobble, but the boy manages to right the cart before losing any cargo. You also see a rickety cottage.
Obvious paths: north, east
Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo and Dezter followed.
>n
[Tavern Burrow, Lager Road - 2402] (u4042222)
A twisting staircase with slender, wrought-iron rails hangs precariously from the backside of the Nightowl Pub. The top of the staircase ends just below an open window on the second story. Empty barrels are stacked in the space beneath the staircase, providing a rather splintery cushion for anyone who might fall.
Obvious paths: east, south, west
Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo and Dezter followed.
Aphaedra says, "I'm glad we brought more meat, then."
Dezter glances at a blue-eyed black kitten in his hand.
You quietly say, "We heard news from the North."
Dezter gives his black kitten an affectionate smooch and places it carefully on the ground. It gazes about with wide curious eyes.
Dezter raises an eyebrow.
Aphaedra pets a blue-eyed black kitten.
The black kitten purrs so loudly, it sounds like a wizard nearby must have cast haste on a woodcutter.
You quietly say, "There was quite a bit of noise and smoke we are concerned something may be happening up there."
You quietly say, "But we don't know if it's Rammael or something else."
>w
[Tavern Burrow, Pilsner Avenue - 2387] (u4042221)
Pilsner Avenue ends at the West Road, although you can see that another road continues beyond this intersection. A tall, narrow, wooden framed building, apparently hastily constructed some years past, houses the Nightowl Pub.
Obvious paths: north, east, south, west
Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo and Dezter followed.
>n
[Icemule Trace, West Road - 2386] (u4042101)
The cobblestone road ends at the large western gate here. Through the gate you see vast plains of grass about as tall as a halfling, with very few trees for cover. You also see the western town gate and an old beer barrel.
Obvious paths: north, east, south
Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo and Dezter followed.
>n
[Magical Burrow, Banshee Lane - 2380] (u4042106)
The earthen road turns to the northeast here and heads toward the center of the Magical Burrow. Houses and strange magical shops line the streets and halflings hurry by on their way to someplace else. You also see the entrance to Incantation Alley.
Obvious paths: northeast, south
Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo and Dezter followed.
>ne
[Magical Burrow, Banshee Lane - 2366] (u4042107)
Small magical shops offering cure-all potions line the street. Peddlers walk by trying to sell their wares and to convince travellers that they are effective.
Obvious paths: northeast, east, southeast, southwest, northwest
Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo and Dezter followed.
Aphaedra nods to you.
>ne
[Magical Burrow, Banshee Lane - 3356] (u4042108)
The hustle and bustle of Banshee Lane passes between a row of rickety stands occupied by merchants hawking a variety of magical and mundane wares. One long-empty stand features a bright coat of white paint and a brightly polished brass sign. You also see a shabby hovel.
Obvious paths: northeast, southwest
Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo and Dezter followed.
>ne
[Magical Burrow, Banshee Lane - 2361] (u4042109)
Low-eaved houses line the streets and halflings bustle in and out of them. Despite the chill in the air, a small group of halfling children play nearby, running around and giggling continuously. You also see a dark and narrow alley.
Obvious paths: northeast, southeast, south, southwest, northwest
Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo and Dezter followed.
You quietly exclaim, "Hey children!"
Dezter smiles at the children.
Aphaedra waves at some children.
Jaydo whispers aloud, speaking deeply to Aphaedra, "The smaller ones are even smaller."
Jaydo grunts.
Aphaedra nods at Jaydo.
You quietly say, "You can leave some of the fruit here for them They will be so happy when they stop playing. I am glad they are still in such good spirits. Your food is making such a difference."
Aphaedra frowns at Jaydo.
You nod at Aphaedra.
(Opalina tosses a child an apple.)
(Aphaedra leaves a bag of plums.)
You beam happily at Aphaedra!
Jaydo nods in agreement.
>ne
[Magical Burrow, Banshee Lane - 2360] (u4042110)
A biting wind comes from the east. Between the last houses on the street, you can see the glacial North Gate of Icemule Trace. The road curves to the southwest into the eerie Magical Burrow. You also see the entrance to Enchantment Alley.
Obvious paths: east, southwest
Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo and Dezter followed.
>e
[Icemule Trace, North Gate - 2359] (u4042026)
Several well-armed guards stand to either side of a hole in the glacier. People wander in and out of the opening, which apparently serves as a gate to the town. Within the ice you can see the faint shadow of what once must have been the actual gates. However, the glacier has devoured it over time, and the resourceful halflings have taken advantage of the natural wall created by the ice. You also see an old beer barrel and some stairs cut into the ice leading up to the city walls.
Obvious paths: south, west
Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo and Dezter followed.
>s
[Icemule Trace, North Road - 2358] (u4042025)
This part of the road is on the very edge of the glacier. The cobbles are slippery with ice and tracked-in snow, and most everyone on the road is wearing thick boots and fur-lined cloaks. To the north you can see a group of guards around a hole in the wall of ice, presumably guarding the entrance to the town.
Obvious paths: north, east, south
Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo and Dezter followed.
>e
[Temple Burrow, Lumnis Street - 2356] (u4042015)
You are situated between two hills in the glacier. On the southeast hill is the Temple, accessible by a set of carved ice steps, while a simple trail leads up the side of the other hill. A couple of ambitious shopkeepers do business from shops within the ice, and several families have made homes in the glacier. From up the trail, a vigorous splashing can be heard.
Obvious paths: south, west, up
Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo and Dezter followed.
>go step
[Temple Burrow, Koar and Lumnis - 2332] (u4042012)
On the edge of the glacier, you have a marvelous view of the city to the south. Above you towers the temple, carved from the purest ice and shining with a nearly divine aura in the moonlight. A ramp of ice leads down to the west, while an ice staircase leads down to the east and a set of carved ice steps lead down to the northwest around an oddly shaped ice flow.
Obvious paths: down
Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo and Dezter followed.
You quietly say, "Oh.."
Aphaedra says, "I am amazed at what you are able to make out of ice here."
Dezter says, "This place is truly fantastic."
Aphaedra agrees with Dezter.
Dezter nods in agreement at Aphaedra.
Aphaedra pets a blue-eyed black kitten.
The black kitten playfully bats at her hand.
You grab a snow white parchment from inside your elesine sack.
>go ramp
[Temple Burrow, Koar Street - 2331] (u4042011) You are on the edge of the glacier. The ground here is hard-packed ice, slippery beneath your feet, but the halflings seem not to notice as they make their way about their business. Houses have been carved from the ice, as have a few small shops. A ramp of packed, grated ice leads up and to the east, likely to the Temple.
Obvious paths: north, south, west
Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo and Dezter followed.
>read my parch In the Common language, it reads:
Goodwill Agreement
This Contract for Goodwill Services is made effective as of Lormestra 09, 5123 by and between the Arakhor Family of Ta'Vaalor and Jalcon Family of Icemule Trace, As witnessed by the Aandryl family.
Description of Services
To provide aid during times of distress or need as established by either house, in the forms of food, supplies, support to MHO events, and any other activities as deems necessary by either party.
Payment
This is a mutual agreement of goodwill intent to support and back each house. With the understanding that no monetary, slavery, or demeaning payment is involved.
Force Majeure
This service agreement is in no way meant to break, control, or build any means of overpowering any ruling government for either town. Each house will do everything possible to avoid all means of causing disruption that would cause either town hardship or difficulties in performing support.
Amendment
This agreement may be modified, amended, or canceled in writing by mutual agreement between the parties.
Signed and Witnessed on Lormestra 10, 5123 by:
Lady Opalina Jalcon of Icemule Lord Falvicar Jalcon of Icemule Kakoon Arakhor Vaalor Lady Qiana Arakhor Vaalor Lord Dezter Aandryl Vaalor Lady Aphaedra Aandryl-Deleros
You quietly say, "This one is for Kakoon."
Dezter says, "Ah."
You offer your white parchment to Dezter, who has 30 seconds to accept the offer. Click CANCEL to prematurely cancel the offer.
Dezter nods understandingly.
You quietly say, "The box is yours."
Dezter says, "I was wonderin which one was for me."
Dezter flashes a wide grin.
Dezter has accepted your offer and is now holding a snow white parchment.
Dezter just nudged Aphaedra.
Aphaedra grins.
You quietly say, "The envelope too."
>look
[Temple Burrow, Koar Street - 2331] (u4042011)
You are on the edge of the glacier. The ground here is hard-packed ice, slippery beneath your feet, but the halflings seem not to notice as they make their way about their business. Houses have been carved from the ice, as have a few small shops. A ramp of packed, grated ice leads up and to the east, likely to the Temple. You also see a blue-eyed black kitten.
Also here: Grand Lord Falvicar, Lady Aphaedra, Jaydo, Lord Dezter
Obvious paths: north, south, west
You pet the black kitten.
The black kitten looks up at you adoringly and purrs gently.
>s
Dezter mumbles, speaking to Aphaedra, "See, i knew we shoulda brought somethin."
[Temple Burrow, Cholen Lane - 2330] (u4042006)
A small red schoolhouse is illuminated by moonlight, its bell silently waiting to call the children in from play. The air is brisk, made chilly by the glacier to the north, and the flowers in the schoolyard are small and hearty. The snow here is particularly plentiful and wet, some of it having been pushed into the leftover rolls and mounds of assorted snow creations. You also see a wide light grey signboard.
Obvious paths: north, southeast
Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo and Dezter followed.
Dezter nods once.
Dezter put a snow white parchment in his leather potion bag.
Dezter reaches out and pats his leather potion bag.
You look at Dezter and shake your head.
Dezter grins slowly.
Dezter's cheeks flush with a shade of red.
You quietly say, "No you've brought us so much."
In the Common language, it reads:
Stop HERE for a moment and build snow people or snow monsters! ROLL SNOWMAN to start, then ROLL SNOWMAN (TYPE) to finish up! Leave some pretty designs for the children!
Aphaedra grins at Dezter.
You quietly say, "The children do love seeing the designs."
You quietly say, "IF you'd like to leave them a cute snowman."
You quietly say, "Will add to their joy."
You quietly exclaim, "I'll help!"
Aphaedra giggles.
Dezter blinks. You tap a wide light grey signboard.
Dezter says, "Ooooh....."
>roll snowman bird You bend over, carefully scooping up handfuls of snow and packing them tightly. You work to form the snow together, slowly moving in circles around your icy creation as it gradually takes shape. Roundtime: 20 sec.
Aphaedra bends over, carefully scooping up handfuls of snow and packing them tightly. She works to form the snow together, slowly moving in circles around the icy creation as it gradually takes shape.
Dezter bends over, carefully scooping up handfuls of snow and packing them tightly. He works to form the snow together, slowly moving in circles around the icy creation as it gradually takes shape.
You continue to sculpt your icy creation, smoothing out edges here and there, while adding a handful of snow where needed. Roundtime: 20 sec. Aphaedra continues to sculpt her icy creation, smoothing out edges, while adding a handful of snow where needed. You finish up a few final touches on your icy creation, give a satisfied nod, then step back to admire your formation of a falcon-shaped snowman. Roundtime: 10 sec. Dezter continues to sculpt his icy creation, smoothing out edges, while adding a handful of snow where needed. Aphaedra finishes up a few final touches on her icy creation, gives a satisfied nod, and then steps away to reveal a raven-shaped snowman. Aphaedra grins. Aphaedra says, "Now they'll know I was here." Dezter finishes up a few final touches on his icy creation, gives a satisfied nod, and then steps away to reveal a wraith-shaped snowman. Jaydo nods in agreement at Aphaedra. Aphaedra grins at Dezter. Aphaedra snuggles Jaydo, who responds by cradling an arm around her.
You giggle. [Temple Burrow, Cholen Lane - 2330] (u4042006)
A small red schoolhouse is illuminated by moonlight, its bell silently waiting to call the children in from play. The air is brisk, made chilly by the glacier to the north, and the flowers in the schoolyard are small and hearty. The snow here is particularly plentiful and wet, some of it having been pushed into the leftover rolls and mounds of assorted snow creations. You also see a wraith-shaped snowman, a raven-shaped snowman, a falcon-shaped snowman, a blue-eyed black kitten and a wide light grey signboard.
Also here: Grand Lord Falvicar, Lady Aphaedra, Jaydo, Lord Dezter
Obvious paths: north, southeast
Jaydo smiles.
Jaydo gives Aphaedra a lingering kiss on the cheek.
You quietly exclaim, "We made wonderful snow creatures!"
Dezter exclaims, "That was fun!"
(Aphaedra pulls her cape close around her.)
You beam!
>se [Temple Burrow, Cholen Lane - 2329] (u4042002)
Evidence that a crew is building a house off to the side of the road lies strewn about. You are forced to step over the boards and buckets of nails that line the street and the smell of wood shavings fills the air. Examining the chaos the building has created, you briefly wonder how anything gets done here.
Obvious paths: northeast, northwest
Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo and Dezter followed.
Aphaedra exclaims, "It really was!"
>ne
[Temple Burrow, Cholen Lane - 2321] (u4042008)
A temple guard walks, bending his cowled head into the wind, north up a path in the glacier. Thick-walled houses face the glacier, earthy smoke from peat fires pluming from their chimneys.
Obvious paths: north, east, south, southwest
Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo and Dezter followed.
>n
[Temple Burrow, Koar Street - 2320] (u4042013)
This area seems well-travelled. Priests in blue robes wander up and down a staircase carved from the glacier, and the ice you walk on is rough enough to stand on without falling. A few small cottages have been built from the ice, and one seems to have been encased in it, with holes drilled out for the door and windows. You also see an ice staircase.
Obvious paths: northeast, east, south
Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo and Dezter followed.
>ne
[Temple Burrow, Lumnis Street - 2322] (u4042017)
Several people pass you by on their way about their business. A large hill of snow and ice stands to the north, a small path running up it. The most used way seems to be to the east, where you can hear excited shrieking and giggling. You also see a gnomish contraption with a small sign on it and a gnome barker.
Also here: Tibs
Obvious paths: east, southwest, west, up
Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo and Dezter followed.
Reaching over his shoulder, Tibs draws his knotted staff from a series of straps on the back of his black leather harness. At his touch, a number of sigils worked into its grain take on a faint luminescence.
>e
[Temple Burrow, Lumnis Street - 2323] (u4042018)
Remnants of snowballs and other weapons of icy 'warfare' litter the area, hinting at a truly epic snow battle confined to daylight hours. Several snow forts have been erected in nearby yards, and fresh ice glints off of their slumping rooftops in the moonlight. A spill of damp towels, muddy and crusted in grit, marks the battle lines of the halted conflict. You also see a large mound of snow.
Obvious paths: west
Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo and Dezter followed.
You quietly say, "Sometimes children come here as well."
Dezter flashes a toothy grin.
You quietly say, "But they may be off to bed now."
>look
[Temple Burrow, Lumnis Street - 2323] (u4042018)
Remnants of snowballs and other weapons of icy 'warfare' litter the area, hinting at a truly epic snow battle confined to daylight hours. Several snow forts have been erected in nearby yards, and fresh ice glints off of their slumping rooftops in the moonlight. A spill of damp towels, muddy and crusted in grit, marks the battle lines of the halted conflict. You also see a blue-eyed black kitten and a large mound of snow.
Also here: Grand Lord Falvicar, Lady Aphaedra, Jaydo, Lord Dezter
Obvious paths: west
>w
[Temple Burrow, Lumnis Street - 2322] (u4042017)
Several people pass you by on their way about their business. A large hill of snow and ice stands to the north, a small path running up it. The most used way seems to be to the east, where you can hear excited shrieking and giggling. You also see a gnomish contraption with a small sign on it and a gnome barker.
Obvious paths: east, southwest, west, up
Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo and Dezter followed.
Dezter says, "I wonder what other kinda fun stuff we could bring for the kids."
>sw
[Temple Burrow, Koar Street - 2320] (u4042013)
This area seems well-travelled. Priests in blue robes wander up and down a staircase carved from the glacier, and the ice you walk on is rough enough to stand on without falling. A few small cottages have been built from the ice, and one seems to have been encased in it, with holes drilled out for the door and windows. You also see an ice staircase.
Obvious paths: northeast, east, south
Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo and Dezter followed.
>s
[Temple Burrow, Cholen Lane - 2321] (u4042008)
A temple guard walks, bending his cowled head into the wind, north up a path in the glacier. Thick-walled houses face the glacier, earthy smoke from peat fires pluming from their chimneys.
Obvious paths: north, east, south, southwest
Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo and Dezter followed.
Aphaedra ponders.
>s
[Temple Burrow, Oleani Way - 2305] (u4042003)
A cold wind bears the promise of a coming storm down the street. Most of the cottages are quiet and dark, but here and there a candle burns in a window to light the way home. You also see a wizened halfling priestess and a snow-covered wooden lodge.
Obvious paths: north, east, northwest
Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo and Dezter followed.
>nw
[Temple Burrow, Oleani Way - 2304] (u4042007)
Pieces of ice dot the street and one yard sports a small, carrot-nosed snowman. To the north looms the glacier, above the dwellings on the streets, with the Temple sitting atop it. Carved from the ice, the Temple gleams in the moonlight, giving those who live here an impressive view. You also see a wrought iron gate and a snow-covered stone path.
Obvious paths: southeast, southwest
Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo and Dezter followed.
>sw
[Temple Burrow, Oleani Way - 2303] (u4042001)
Small houses line the road. The dwellings follow no set plan, some with one story and others with two. The street is almost deserted at this time of day, with only an occasional halfling passing by with home and hot food clearly on their mind. You also see a black wrought iron gate.
Obvious paths: northeast, west
Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo and Dezter followed.
>w
[Icemule Trace, North Road - 2301] (u4042022)
Crowds of people bustle up this road, on their way to one place or another. Several groups of warriors stride to the north, clad in warm furs and mufflers, while others in cassocks and robes walk more slowly, making signs of blessing at expectant women and small children. You also see an ornate stone edifice with stained glass windows.
Obvious paths: north, east, south, west
Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo and Dezter followed.
>s
More Join to pass out Food
[Icemule Trace, Town Center - 2300] (u4042150)
The center of the slumbering frontier town is overseen by a sturdy mule statue carved from glacial ice, which rises from the surrounding snow on a plinth of cold dark stone. The brilliance of the stars winks through the ice, casting prismatic glints of light over a scattering of townsfolk. Some halflings chatter quietly by a colorful silver-bound barrel emblazoned with a row of tiny grey penguins, while others stargaze on colorful cloaks spread out across the hard ground. Near the comfort of a smooth dark stone bench, a roaring bonfire crackles merrily, lending its warmth and illumination to the surroundings. You also see the Aliashyrah disk, the Sorlu disk, a moldy bone, a blued steel wastebin and a blue and white pavilion.
Also here: Lady Aliashyrah, Lord Sorlu, Thundertickle, Sphider
Obvious paths: north, east, south, west
Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo and Dezter followed.
Jaydo says, speaking deeply to Aphaedra, "You can always......"
Jaydo deeply says, "Knit..hats...."
Jaydo grunts.
Sorlu gives a short little hum of surprise.
Aphaedra nods.
Aphaedra says, "I did."
Malvadere's group just arrived.
You quietly say, "Sorlu and Aliashyrah you remember my Jaydo and Aphaedra."
Dezter flashes a toothy grin.
Aphaedra curtsies to Sorlu.
Malvadere put a human skin-bound buckler in his spidersilk pack.
Malvadere removes a small veniom-bound armoire from in his spidersilk pack.
Malvadere opens his veniom-bound armoire, then suddenly several articles of clothing fly off of him and into the armoire.
Malvadere just closed a small veniom-bound armoire.
Malvadere put a small veniom-bound armoire in his spidersilk pack.
Malvadere removes a sturdy hoarbeam long bow from in his spidersilk pack.
Malvadere removes a birch-handled vultite morning star from in his spidersilk pack.
Aphaedra curtsies to Aliashyrah.
Dezter says, "Ah, the fire...my fav....."
Jaydo smirks.
You quietly say, "They have brought us another shipment of food stuff."
Jaydo bows to Sorlu.
Jaydo bows to Aliashyrah.
(Aphaedra warms her hands at the fire.)
Sorlu warmly says, "Good evening. Welcome back to Icemule, Lord Jaydo and Lady Aphaedra."
You quietly say, "Their brother Dezter has joined them."
Sorlu removes the hat from atop his head.
Jaydo nods once.
Sorlu bows.
Sorlu makes a grand, sweeping gesture with his Nalfein-styled cane.
Dezter flashes a wide grin.
Musix put a bone-handled eahnor dagger in his polar bear fur cloak.
Musix put a sonic greatshield in his polar bear fur cloak.
Sorlu dons his suede hat.
Musix just went east.
Straightening her back, Aliashyrah gives a formal, low curtsy to Jaydo. She inclines her head as well, giving Jaydo a brief nod.
Straightening her back, Aliashyrah gives a formal, low curtsy to Aphaedra. She inclines her head as well, giving Aphaedra a brief nod.
Dezter exclaims, "Hey, y'all!"
Orionin just arrived.
You see a blur out of the corner of your eye, and Dreaven's group suddenly appears.
Bochser put a pitch black wooden cudgel in his leather sheath.
Vonaq removes a vultite lantern shield from in his grey cloth pack.
Bochser removes a stout lor runestaff from in his leather sheath.
Malvadere put a sturdy hoarbeam long bow in his spidersilk pack.
Dreaven's group just went east.
Malvadere put a birch-handled vultite morning star in his spidersilk pack.
Dezter waves to Aliashyrah.
Malvadere just went east.
Dezter snaps his fingers.
Dezter points at Aliashyrah.
Straightening her back, Aliashyrah gives a formal, low curtsy to Dezter. She inclines her head as well, giving Dezter a brief nod.
Dezter says, speaking to Aliashyrah, "I remember you."
Sorlu glances at Dezter.
Musix just arrived.
Aliashyrah begins chuckling at Dezter!
Aphaedra says, speaking to Dezter, "She was at the dinner, yes."
Dezter giggles.
Dezter nods enthusiastically!
Dezter says, "They had some good wine."
Sorlu smiles at Dezter.
Dezter nods once at Sorlu.
Dezter says, speaking to Sorlu, "Hey there."
Aliashyrah says, speaking to Dezter, "I remember meeting you as well. I hope it was a positive impression that I left."
Dezter winks at Aliashyrah and flashes a sly grin.
Dezter nods at Aliashyrah.
Sorlu says, speaking politely to Dezter, "A pleasure. Welcome to Icemule, Lord Dezter."
With straightened posture and a firm chin, Sorlu presents himself to Dezter with a short, courteous bow.
Aphaedra says, speaking to Sorlu, "Lady Opalina was showing us where the children play here."
Dezter beams happily at Sorlu!
Sorlu smiles at Aphaedra.
You quietly say, "And handing out some of the food stuffs to the town residences."
You nod at Aphaedra.
Sorlu nods approvingly to you.
Aphaedra nods.
Dezter says, speaking to Sorlu, "Well, thanks for the welcome! Lina's been a great friend, both to the family and the Fortresss."
Sorlu says, "That is very good to hear. I'm sure the children love the attention, and the extra rations."
You beam happily at Dezter!
Aliashyrah uncertainly asks, "Lina?"
Aliashyrah glances between Dezter and yourself.
Dezter grins slowly.
Jemisha just limped east.
Sorlu glances at Aliashyrah.
Dezter just nudged you.
The royal penguin waves his stubby wings about.
Aphaedra says, speaking to Sorlu, "I do hope the extra food helps them grow as they ought."
Aliashyrah says, speaking to you, "I was not aware you were so close to the family."
Sorlu says, speaking to Dezter, "Yes, so it seems. The good Councillor Opalina is quite skilled at making friends."
Sorlu smiles at Dezter.
Aphaedra nods.
You quietly say, "Oh me and Dez are very good friends."
You nod.
Dezter says, speaking to Sorlu, "Been hearin so much about the place lately....figured I should come and say hello."
Dezter smiles.
Dezter nods in agreement to you.
Sorlu looks thoughtfully at you.
You agree with Dezter.
Sorlu says, speaking to Dezter, "All good, I hope."
Sorlu grins at Dezter.
Aliashyrah whispers something to Sorlu.
You quietly say, "Im so glad you came Dezy Bo."
You hug Dezter, and he wraps you in a warm embrace in return.
Sorlu nods slightly at Aliashyrah.
Dezter grins.
Dezter says, speaking to Sorlu, "Of its people, yes, only."
Dezter says, speaking to Sorlu, "But I guess y'all have had some hardships lately."
You say, speaking quietly to Sorlu, "You two are welcome to join is and hand out food if you'd like."
Aphaedra says, "The citizens of Icemule have all been lovely."
Sorlu glances between Dezter and yourself.
Heimblud takes a bite of his tender lobster.
Aliashyrah says, speaking to Aphaedra, "It would seem your husband did not do you enough credit when he spoke of your heart for helping."
Jaydo grunts.
Jaydo agrees with Aphaedra.
Aphaedra's cheeks flush with a soft shade of apricot.
Jaydo smirks.
Aphaedra says, "I have known the sting of starvation. I would not wish it on anyone."
Jaydo blushes a delicate shade of pale pink.
Aliashyrah nods at Aphaedra.
Sorlu says, speaking to Dezter, "Yes, we have dealt with our fair share of them, and possibly quite a bit more. But as always, Icemule thrives, and pulls through."
Sorlu smiles at Dezter. Aliashyrah says, speaking to you, "Certainly. I am happy to offer my assistance in whatever the Council should need."
Dezter nods slowly at Sorlu.
Aphaedra gives Jaydo a lingering kiss on the hand.
Sorlu smiles at Aliashyrah.
Aliashyrah says, speaking to Sorlu, "It would seem we have the opportunity to be of service to the town, Councillor."
Sorlu says, speaking to Aliashyrah, "A song I can never resist dancing to."
Sorlu agrees with Aliashyrah.
Aliashyrah smiles.
Dezter says, speaking to Sorlu, "We figured it wouldn't hurt to be seen a lil bit."
A holy aura radiates from your plumille houppelande.
Aliashyrah joins your group.
Dezter flashes a toothy grin.
Sorlu joins your group.
Sorlu asks, speaking to Dezter, "What do you mean, Lord Dezter?"
Sorlu cocks his head at Dezter.
You quietly say, "If anyone else would like to help feed the town welcome to join me."
Aphaedra exclaims, speaking to Jaydo, "A chinchilla!"
You gaze in wonder at your surroundings.
(Jaydo rummages through his pack and doles out parcels of goods to be distributed.)
>s
[Icemule Trace, South Road - 2302] (u4042229)
A silvery sheen from something up north catches your eye over the heads of the crowds. No matter the time of day or night, this stretch of road always seems busy. A young halfling girl, dressed in the livery of the Silvermule Gaming Hall, rushes past you to deliver a message. You also see a twisted stone doorframe.
Obvious paths: north, south, west
Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter, Aliashyrah and Sorlu followed.
>s
[Icemule Trace, South Road - 2409] (u4042228) A narrow house juts into the street, as though pushed off its foundation by the expanding gaming hall to the southwest. You step carefully along the cobblestones and try not to glance into the open window at street level. You also see a colorful canvas pavilion. Obvious paths: north, south Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter, Aliashyrah and Sorlu followed. >s [Icemule Trace, South Road - 2410] (u4042227) The hoarse voices from the west are hard to understand. Either they are happy cries or anguished moans, or perhaps both. A group of enterprising youths approach you and ask for silvers, but continue along the road without pausing for your response. You also see a little snow bird and a stone cottage. Obvious paths: north, east, south, west Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter, Aliashyrah and Sorlu followed.
Dezter says, speaking to Sorlu, "I get the feelin that there are some who could possibly doubt our intentions."
>w
[Tavern Burrow, Gaming Hall - 3436] (u4042208)
On either side of a carpeted entry are two dark yew trees, trimmed into the shapes of mules and sprinkled with silvery powder. A young halfling in silver and blue livery bows low as you pass by, gesturing toward the doorway with an inviting smile on his lips. From inside the gaming hall comes a rising cry, as someone wins another hand. You also see a Silvermule doorkeeper.
Obvious paths: north, east, south, southwest, west
Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter, Aliashyrah and Sorlu followed.
>n
[Tavern Burrow, Stout Street - 3429] (u4042209)
The rear entry to the Silvermule Gaming Hall is nearly as impressive as the main entrance. Espaliered pear trees grow to either side of the massive doors, with silvery fruit affixed to their branches. A smiling attendant in silver and blue waves at you as you pass by.
Obvious paths: north, south
Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter, Aliashyrah and Sorlu followed.
Dezter clarifies, "On both sides."
>s [Tavern Burrow, Gaming Hall - 3436] (u4042208) On either side of a carpeted entry are two dark yew trees, trimmed into the shapes of mules and sprinkled with silvery powder. A young halfling in silver and blue livery bows low as you pass by, gesturing toward the doorway with an inviting smile on his lips. From inside the gaming hall comes a rising cry, as someone wins another hand. You also see a Silvermule doorkeeper. Obvious paths: north, east, south, southwest, west Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter, Aliashyrah and Sorlu followed. >s [Tavern Burrow, Stout Street - 3437] (u4042211) An unofficial moneychanger does brisk business at the corner, moving from side to side of the road to avoid any contact with town officials. Brightly colored banners in silver and blue fly from surrounding windows, proclaiming the way to various local establishments. Across the way, a low-roofed stone guard post is surrounded by a spade-tipped fence with a heavy wrought iron gate. Obvious paths: north, south Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter, Aliashyrah and Sorlu followed.
Dezter chuckles to himself.
>s [Tavern Burrow, Honeybeer Road - 3438] (u4042210) You find yourself at the busy intersection of Stout Street and Honeybeer Road. The smells of roasting meats entice you to move west, yet there seems to be some activity to the north which might be worth investigating. Pausing briefly, you whistle a quick tune and make your way down the road. Obvious paths: north, east, west Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter, Aliashyrah and Sorlu followed. >e [Icemule Trace, South Road - 2412] (u4042225) Several groups of adventurers jostle past you on their way through the South Gate. The sounds of laughter from the west remind you of the inns and taverns back home. You notice that the lowest part of the wall is darker stone than the top, a sign that this fortification was raised at some point in the past. You also see a fidgety towheaded boy, the South Gate and an old beer barrel. Obvious paths: north, east, west Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter, Aliashyrah and Sorlu followed.
Aphaedra smiles at the boy.
You point at a fidgety towheaded boy!
Bochser just arrived.
Bochser just went west.
(Aphaedra hands the boy a sack with a cabbage and ears of corn.)
Aphaedra curtsies to a fidgety towheaded boy.
Yonder responds with a formal bow that is only slightly ruined by a fit of boyish giggles.
You quietly say, "There is one of our town boys he's is always helping to collect the news '."
Sorlu says, speaking to Dezter, "I often hear strange reports, of all kinds. I am sure that there are some that support you, and some that might be suspicious. It is only natural I believe."
>look boy
Armed with a quill pen and a long roll of parchment, Yonder looks to be an excitable young lad. His hands are stained with ink, which has gotten all over his rumpled cotton shirt, and his trousers are thin at both knees. He has a contagious grin and a spark of excitement in his inquisitive eyes.
Sorlu nods understandingly at Dezter.
You quietly say, "His name is Yonder."
You quietly say, "Great kid."
Aphaedra grins at a fidgety towheaded boy.
Falvicar suddenly blinks and wakes up from his daydream.
Falvicar rubs his eyes.
A fidgety towheaded boy mumbles to himself, "That'll make for a great piece of news!"
(Jaydo obliges with a few skins and a couple packages of meat for the boy.)
Falvicar wiggles his ears.
Dezter chuckles.
Sorlu cocks his head at a fidgety towheaded boy.
Aliashyrah says, "He is an aspiring journalist."
Dezter nods in agreement at Sorlu.
You say, speaking quietly to a fidgety towheaded boy, "Yes please spread the word."
Sorlu agrees with Aliashyrah.
>e
[Commerce Burrow, Trader's Way - 2413] (u4042321)
Trader's Way comes to a sharp corner here, in front of a marvelously grand bakery. Painted bright pink, the front of the shop is decorated with numerous tiny windows outlined with white shutters. A polished silver plaque hangs next to the door. You also see a Silvermule courier. Obvious paths: north, west Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter, Aliashyrah and Sorlu followed. >n [Commerce Burrow, Trader's Way - 2414] (u4042316) An enticing aroma wafts in from the south as several large groups of chattering halflings head off in that direction. To the east, the road turns into a narrow alley. You also see a windblown leather tent. Obvious paths: north, east, south Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter, Aliashyrah and Sorlu followed. Falvicar waves. >e [Commerce Burrow, Elven Alley - 2415] (u4042317) Wedged between two sturdy stone buildings, the alley is blanketed with shadows. A stack of empty crates leans against one wall, from which a quiet scuttling noise can be heard. You also see a grungy little shop and a pile of stone wreckage. Obvious paths: south, west Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter, Aliashyrah and Sorlu followed. >go shop [Crumpy's Slightly Used Stuff - 3398] (u4049010) Dirty, cracked, and broken windows fill this part of a small shop. Bits and pieces of wood and glass shards litter the floor. Some attempt has been made to clean the merchandise, but has only succeeded in demonstrating exactly how dirty the windows really are. You also see Kaja Crumpy. Obvious exits: northeast, northwest, out Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter, Aliashyrah and Sorlu followed.
Dezter says, speaking to Sorlu, "I'm new to this philanthropy game."
Dezter says, "Just learnin as I go."
Sorlu nods at Dezter.
You quietly say, "This here fella is one of our less fortunate souls."
Aphaedra smiles at Kaja Crumpy.
Dezter blinks.
You quietly say, "He tries so hard."
Sorlu says, speaking to Dezter, "You seem to have made a good impression so far, overall.. by my telling."
Sorlu nods at Dezter.
Dezter flashes a toothy grin.
(Aphaedra places a sack full of meat, cheese, and turnips next to Kaja.)
You say, speaking quietly to Jaydo, "If you'd like to leave him a package that would be wonderful."
Falvicar smiles.
Dezter says, speaking to Sorlu, "Well, y'know, a healer doesn't tend to meet too many strangers."
Dezter wiggles his eyebrows.
Aphaedra grins.
Jaydo grunts.
Jaydo deeply says, "Yes, of course..."
You wrap Falvicar in a tender embrace.
Aphaedra says, "Healers are everyone's friend."
Sorlu grins.
Falvicar wraps you in a tender embrace.
Aliashyrah smiles quietly to herself.
Falvicar nuzzles his face against yours.
Sorlu asks, "Who doesn't like healers?"
(Jaydo hands over a few parcels of goods with a short nod.)
Sorlu chuckles.
You quietly say, "Oh I whole heartedly agree."
You curtsy to Kaja Crumpy.
>out [Commerce Burrow, Elven Alley - 2415] (u4042317) Wedged between two sturdy stone buildings, the alley is blanketed with shadows. A stack of empty crates leans against one wall, from which a quiet scuttling noise can be heard. You also see a grungy little shop and a pile of stone wreckage. Obvious paths: south, west Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter, Aliashyrah and Sorlu followed. Dezter winks and flashes a sly grin. >s [Commerce Burrow, Elven Alley - 2416] (u4042322) Twisting and turning between weathered buildings of stone and wood, the alley slopes steeply downward. Shadows dance along the high walls and across the packed earth road. You also see an elegant little shop. Obvious paths: north, down Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter, Aliashyrah and Sorlu followed. >down [Commerce Burrow, Elven Alley - 2418] (u4042323) A tall, brightly painted building dominates the lower end of Elven Alley. Banners of red, blue, yellow and green dangle from the awnings, rustling slightly in the breeze. Finely dressed halflings bustle past you, their arms loaded with bright packages from the clothier shop. You also see the entrance to Barter Alley. Obvious paths: up Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter, Aliashyrah and Sorlu followed.
Dezter asks, "Even ones who might pray to Mularos from time to time?"
Sorlu says, "They are nearly as charming as rogues, and twice as useful."
Sorlu grins. >up [Commerce Burrow, Elven Alley - 2416] (u4042322) Twisting and turning between weathered buildings of stone and wood, the alley slopes steeply downward. Shadows dance along the high walls and across the packed earth road. You also see an elegant little shop. Obvious paths: north, down Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter, Aliashyrah and Sorlu followed. >n [Commerce Burrow, Elven Alley - 2415] (u4042317) Wedged between two sturdy stone buildings, the alley is blanketed with shadows. A stack of empty crates leans against one wall, from which a quiet scuttling noise can be heard. You also see a grungy little shop and a pile of stone wreckage. Obvious paths: south, west Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter, Aliashyrah and Sorlu followed. >w [Commerce Burrow, Trader's Way - 2414] (u4042316) An enticing aroma wafts in from the south as several large groups of chattering halflings head off in that direction. To the east, the road turns into a narrow alley. You also see a massive ice giant emissary and a windblown leather tent. Obvious paths: north, east, south Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter, Aliashyrah and Sorlu followed.
Dezter cackles at Sorlu!
Falvicar sighs.
Aliashyrah begins chuckling at Sorlu!
>go tent [Uxbri's Firewood - 3397] (u4049040) A massive pile of split logs dominates the back of the small tent, and the pleasant smell of freshly chopped wood fills the air. Sawdust and chips of wood cover the floor, and small footprints lead out of the tent. You also see a carved wooden sign. Obvious exits: out Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter, Aliashyrah and Sorlu followed. >out [Commerce Burrow, Trader's Way - 2414] (u4042316) An enticing aroma wafts in from the south as several large groups of chattering halflings head off in that direction. To the east, the road turns into a narrow alley. You also see a massive ice giant emissary and a windblown leather tent. Obvious paths: north, east, south Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter, Aliashyrah and Sorlu followed. >n [Commerce Burrow, Trader's Way - 2421] (u4042311) A group of elves tightens their cloaks against the chilling north wind as they pass along the road. To the east sits the gem shop, a sturdy stone building bearing a shiny gold plaque. Obvious paths: north, south, west Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter, Aliashyrah and Sorlu followed. Aliashyrah raises an eyebrow in Dezter's direction. >n [Commerce Burrow, Trader's Way - 2423] (u4042306) Halfling merchants wander up and down the road here, hawking their wares. A low wooden building sits to the side of the road, decorated with banners in a rainbow of colors, each declaring it a general store. From inside, the hustle and bustle of feet can be heard, punctuated by an occasional shout as items are bought and sold. Obvious paths: north, south Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter, Aliashyrah and Sorlu followed. >s [Commerce Burrow, Trader's Way - 2421] (u4042311) A group of elves tightens their cloaks against the chilling north wind as they pass along the road. To the east sits the gem shop, a sturdy stone building bearing a shiny gold plaque. You also see the Sorlu disk and the Aliashyrah disk. Obvious paths: north, south, west Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter, Aliashyrah and Sorlu followed. >go shop Dezter just nudged Aphaedra. [Assuming you mean a sturdy stone building.] [Glowing Zircon Gem Shop - 2422] (u4043304) Apprentices, all lined up in a row at a short steel counter, work diligently grading and sorting the incoming stones and precious gems under the eagle eye of their supervisor. An assortment of jeweler's loupes, polishing cloths, and sizing charts lay close to hand, ready to help in the evaluation of the merchandise. You also see an opalescent glass jar, some scorch marks along the walls, the gemcutter Zirconia and a small alcove. Obvious exits: east, out Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter, Aliashyrah and Sorlu followed.
Dezter winks.
Falvicar says, "I've an empath friend that was following Ronan but now Mularos."
Falvicar sighs.
Dezter nods at Falvicar.
Sorlu begins chuckling at Falvicar!
Aliashyrah asks, speaking to Falvicar, "You do not approve of their choice?"
Falvicar shrugs at Sorlu.
Aphaedra says, "Mularos is gaining popularity."
Falvicar looks over at Aliashyrah and shakes his head.
You quietly say, "Here you can see some of the scorch marks our poor gemcutter got some poor luck."
Aphaedra smiles at Zirconia.
Sorlu says, speaking to Falvicar, "That is quite an interesting combination of faith and employment."
Dezter winces.
Falvicar says, speaking to Aliashyrah, "I am hopeful Yukito will find his way back to Ronan."
Dezter grins slowly at Sorlu.
(Opalina sets a few parcles on the counter for Zirconia.)
You curtsy to the gemcutter Zirconia.
Falvicar says, speaking to Sorlu, "Nae know why you found that funny."
>out [Commerce Burrow, Trader's Way - 2421] (u4042311) A group of elves tightens their cloaks against the chilling north wind as they pass along the road. To the east sits the gem shop, a sturdy stone building bearing a shiny gold plaque. Obvious paths: north, south, west Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter, Aliashyrah and Sorlu followed. >n [Commerce Burrow, Trader's Way - 2423] (u4042306) Halfling merchants wander up and down the road here, hawking their wares. A low wooden building sits to the side of the road, decorated with banners in a rainbow of colors, each declaring it a general store. From inside, the hustle and bustle of feet can be heard, punctuated by an occasional shout as items are bought and sold. Obvious paths: north, south Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter, Aliashyrah and Sorlu followed.
>go store [Berrytoe's Bare Essentials - 2424] (u4043854) Polished barrels and decoratively etched crates draped in bright cloth have been placed strategically around the shop to attract the eyes of milling customers to the wares set out upon them. A round glass skylight in the ceiling above casts moonbeams on a miniature snow-covered village placed on a stand in the center of the room. A group of dwarves off to the side haggles furiously with a flustered sales assistant, while behind a counter against the the opposite wall, the merchant Berrytoe stands with a welcoming smile. You also see a snowflake-etched rhimar-bound barrel, a freshly painted wooden counter, a sturdy steel door and a mist-filled silver bowl. Obvious exits: out Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter, Aliashyrah and Sorlu followed. Sorlu looks thoughtfully at Falvicar.
You quietly say, "I don't know if you have ever seen this.."
Sorlu says, speaking to Falvicar, "I find amusement and pleasure in all aspects of life."
Sorlu smiles at Falvicar.
Falvicar shrugs.
Dezter says, speaking to Sorlu, "A healer's life is pain. Some of us find solace in Mularos by turning pain into something pleasurable."
You quietly say, "But here is a special miniture of our city it's quite pretty." Dezter raises an eyebrow in your direction.
You quietly say, "And luckily it was not destoryed by Zeban."
Sorlu nods at Dezter.
You point at a miniature snow-covered village.
As you study the village, you see the South Gate buried in sparkling snow with a diminutive halfling guard clad in brigandine armor leaning against it. At the back of the town, a stately temple emits a faint light before a pure white glacial wall. You also spot a well, the snow around it dotted with chests and tiny figurines. One giantkin woman miniature is poised over a box with a silver lockpick in her hand, her brow furrowed in visible concentration despite her size.
Aphaedra exclaims, "How lovely!"
Aphaedra gazes with interest at a miniature snow-covered village.
Jaydo grunts.
Jaydo agrees with Aphaedra.
Aliashyrah politely says, "My apologies. I must attend to a matter of importance."
Straightening her back, Aliashyrah gives a formal, low curtsy. She inclines her head as well, giving a brief nod.
Aphaedra just edged a little closer to a miniature snow-covered village!
You wave to Aliashyrah. Jaydo just edged a little closer to a miniature snow-covered village!
Lady Aliashyrah just went out.
Jaydo grunts.
Jaydo glances out.
As you pull a lever below the village replica, it begins to shift. Glittering glass windows and glimmering snowy rooftops fold inward, and a gold-streaked crystalline tower extends upward. A courtyard appears beside it surrounded by a vine-covered wall, and a frosty green pond occupies one corner, a silvery fish poised mid-air above it. Tiny, prominent polar bear cub sculptures with the words "White Haven" emblazoned upon them flank a quartz gate. After a time, the scene reverts to its original state.
Jaydo blinks.
Sorlu rubs his frost blue eyes.
Aphaedra grins.
Sorlu smiles.
You quietly say, "White haven that's my house."
You nod.
Jaydo deeply says, "That is just beautiful."
Falvicar leans over and whispers, "The only reason I'm not going to argue with him is because we have Jaydo and his wife here. But that was quite offensive. Yukito is still my friend though I don't care for him choosing Mularos after him serving Ronan for so long."
Jaydo nods to you.
You tap a switch on the side of the village display and hear the faint grinding of gears. The scene transforms into the Nightowl Pub. A miniature halfling woman in a low-cut black bodice over a crimson blouse and a flowing red skirt stands with a menu and a pint of ale in her hands. Tiny aster opals on her black suede boots twinkle as she turns round and round, her skirt whirling carefree. A town guard slouches at the bar. After a time, the gears grind again, and the scene returns to its original state.
Dezter gazes with interest at a miniature snow-covered village.
Aphaedra agrees with Jaydo.
You quietly say, "That there is the nightowl pub we passed by there earlier."
Dezter exclaims, "That's so neat!"
Dezter exclaims, speaking to Aphaedra, "We gotta get onea these things!"
>out [Commerce Burrow, Trader's Way - 2423] (u4042306) Halfling merchants wander up and down the road here, hawking their wares. A low wooden building sits to the side of the road, decorated with banners in a rainbow of colors, each declaring it a general store. From inside, the hustle and bustle of feet can be heard, punctuated by an occasional shout as items are bought and sold. Obvious paths: north, south Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter and Sorlu followed. >n [Icemule Trace, East Road - 2426] (u4042301) A pair of guards lean back against the archway of the bright blue building housing the Icemule Trace branch of the First Elanith Bank. One guard seems to be dozing on his stool, while the other keeps a close and wary eye on the traffic flowing past. You also see an archway and an old beer barrel. Obvious paths: east, south, west Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter and Sorlu followed. Aphaedra grins at Dezter. >e [Icemule Trace, East Road - 2427] (u4042302) Merchants and adventurers crowd this gravel path, talking and laughing as they stroll along. Off to the south, a stately white dome rises high into the sky. You also see a half-timbered pale grey stone guildhall and an old bounty handler. Obvious paths: east, south, west Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter and Sorlu followed.
Aphaedra says, speaking to Dezter, "Rebuilding our house first, then miniature ones."
Dezter sighs.
Dezter nods understandingly.
Sorlu grins.
Jaydo chuckles to himself.
Aphaedra says, speaking to Sorlu, "Sometimes I must be the voice of reason."
Aphaedra grins.
Jaydo gives Aphaedra a lingering kiss on each fingertip.
Einde just arrived.
Einde just entered a half-timbered pale grey stone guildhall.
Einde just arrived.
Einde just went west.
Renlie just arrived.
Renlie just entered a half-timbered pale grey stone guildhall.
Renlie just arrived.
Renlie just went west.
Jaydo deeply repeats, "Sometimes."
Jaydo smirks.
A cloud of thick fog abruptly spouts into existence, then frays and drifts away.
Earthdiver fades into visibility.
Aegnorr just arrived.
Aegnorr just entered a half-timbered pale grey stone guildhall.
Sorlu grins.
Falvicar whispers, "What is Sorlu doing here anyway? I thought this was between you me, Dez, and his wife?"
Aphaedra grins at Jaydo.
Aegnorr just arrived.
Aegnorr just went west.
Dezter rummages through a hooded faded crimson elesine cloak edged in glowing vaalin runes, pausing once in a while and then quickly resuming the search.
Daedin just arrived.
Aphaedra says, speaking to Jaydo, "The rest of the time you must be."
Daedin just entered a half-timbered pale grey stone guildhall.
Daedin just arrived.
Daedin just went west.
Dezter ponders.
A blanket of fog begins to fill the room. As it clears, Earthdiver is suddenly standing in front of you.
Earthdiver removes an enruned rolaren amulet from his neck.
Earthdiver flicks his wrist and a tiny vacuous void obscures an enruned rolaren amulet briefly before it disappears entirely from his hand!
Earthdiver just went west.
Dezter produces a gilt-necked crimson bottle of wine incised with a gold wyvern from the depths of his crimson cloak.
Earthdiver suddenly fades into view.
Erquah just arrived.
Erquah just went east.
Earthdiver's lips move soundlessly.
Earthdiver gestures.
Earthdiver suddenly disappears.
Dezter sniffs at his bottle of wine.
Erquah just arrived.
Erquah just went west.
A cloud of thick fog abruptly spouts into existence, then frays and drifts away.
Earthdiver fades into visibility.
Dezter glances at Aphaedra.
A blanket of fog begins to fill the room. As it clears, Earthdiver is suddenly standing in front of you.
Earthdiver removes an enruned rolaren amulet from his neck.
Earthdiver flicks his wrist and a tiny vacuous void obscures an enruned rolaren amulet briefly before it disappears entirely from his hand!
Earthdiver just went west.
Earthdiver suddenly fades into view.
Dezter's bottle of wine vanishes into the depths of his crimson cloak.
Earthdiver's lips move soundlessly.
Earthdiver gestures.
Earthdiver suddenly disappears.
Aphaedra glances at Dezter.
Dezter shakes his head.
Jyrell just arrived.
Jyrell just went west.
>whisper falvicar I picked them up in TSC. accountability of passing out food to the town poor.
You quietly whisper to Falvicar, "I picked them up in TSC. accountability of passing out food to the town poor."
Jyrell just arrived.
Jyrell just entered a half-timbered pale grey stone guildhall.
>look [Icemule Trace, East Road - 2427] (u4042302) Merchants and adventurers crowd this gravel path, talking and laughing as they stroll along. Off to the south, a stately white dome rises high into the sky. You also see a blue-eyed black kitten, the Sorlu disk, a half-timbered pale grey stone guildhall and an old bounty handler. Also here: Grand Lord Falvicar, Lady Aphaedra, Jaydo, Lord Dezter, Lord Sorlu Obvious paths: east, south, west
Teegan just arrived.
Teegan just went west.
Falvicar nods slowly.
(Opalina hands a food package to the handler.)
You curtsy to an old bounty handler.
Aphaedra smiles at the bounty handler, who winks at her in return.
Distant sounds of fifes and drums resound in the back of your mind, spurring you into a delirium of confidence and resolve -- as if compelled by some irresistible divine exhortation. >e [Icemule Trace, East Road - 2451] (u4042303) Crowds of adventurers flock along this main road, traveling back and forth between the East Gate and the Icemule town center. Young children run around, tugging at travellers' coattails as they hawk cheap gems. A rather squat wooden building sits comfortably on the north side of the road. You also see a well-lit dark stone shop. Also here: Jyrell, Maory, Nielso, Aeyi, Zhaleek, Zhaleik, Roskious Obvious paths: east, west Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter and Sorlu followed.
Jaydo deeply comments, "Cheeky."
Aphaedra curtsies.
>go shop [Kishnar's Hearth, Shop - ] (u4049201) Raw hoarbeam timbers, glinting with cold veins of glacial blue and shining silver, line the lower half of the shop's dark stone walls. They curve to frame a wide stone hearth, within which a roaring fire crackles invitingly. Opposite the hearth, a burled pine countertop with scrimshawed ivory inlay separates a cozy nook from the rest of the shop. Shelves line the walls behind the counter, holding various staples in neat glass jars. Obvious exits: out Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter and Sorlu followed.
Jaydo chuckles.
Dezter says, "Sticks likes it here."
You quietly say, "This is one of our newer residence."
Dezter flashes a wide grin.
Dezter pets a blue-eyed black kitten.
Sorlu nods to you.
Sorlu casually glances at a blue-eyed black kitten.
Dezter says, "Ooh, I like agood fire..."
You quietly say, "He is from the town that was destoryed by Zeban."
(Dezter warms his hands.)
Sorlu frowns.
Sorlu nods slowly.
Sorlu says, "Zeban caused much destruction. Here, and far to the west, and north."
Dezter says, "I can't imagine what it'd be like to lose your home like that."
Falvicar whispers, "I am hopeful Dez doesn't catch more hell then. Sorlu is part of the reason we're in this mess, and yet Dez is not only seen with you and me.. but Sorlu too. You and I are easy to fend off since we are known to not want war nor any of the like.. but Sorlu..."
You quietly say, "The half-Krolvin have joined our town and im afraid are suffeing just as much as us. if not more."
(Aphaedra digs into her back and pulls out a pair of pashmina gloves. She places them on the counter before stepping away.)
Sorlu says, "It is truly tragic what he did."
Sorlu sighs.
Aphaedra nods to you.
Falvicar whispers, "But maybe I'm just worried too much."
Sorlu shakes his head, totally at a loss.
You beam happily at Aphaedra!
You give Aphaedra a friendly hug, stirring the scent of chocolate, caramel, and frosting from her skin.
Dezter nods to you.
You wave.
>out [Icemule Trace, East Road - 2451] (u4042303) Crowds of adventurers flock along this main road, traveling back and forth between the East Gate and the Icemule town center. Young children run around, tugging at travellers' coattails as they hawk cheap gems. A rather squat wooden building sits comfortably on the north side of the road. You also see a well-lit dark stone shop. Obvious paths: east, west Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter and Sorlu followed. Aphaedra says, speaking to you, "Those of us that are of mixed heritage are often those that suffer the most." >go build [Paspartu Moving Co., Lobby - 3372] (u4043356) A cozy fire burns in the stone fireplace, casting a warm glow about the room. Numbered boxes line the walls, marked with scrawled destinations. In the center of the lobby, a group of burly halfling movers play a game of dice on a low table. You also see a banner and a small door. Obvious exits: out Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter and Sorlu followed. >out [Icemule Trace, East Road - 2451] (u4042303) Crowds of adventurers flock along this main road, traveling back and forth between the East Gate and the Icemule town center. Young children run around, tugging at travellers' coattails as they hawk cheap gems. A rather squat wooden building sits comfortably on the north side of the road. You also see a well-lit dark stone shop. Obvious paths: east, west Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter and Sorlu followed. >e [Icemule Trace, East Road - 2452] (u4042304) Short, sturdy buildings line both sides of the road here, providing homes to the merchants of Icemule Trace. A gnarled and twisted tree guards the south edge of the road, its roots snaking along the dirt road underfoot. Beneath the tree, a scattering of leaves litters the ground. You also see a long snow-covered cottage with a simple parchment sign tacked to the door. Obvious paths: east, south, west Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter and Sorlu followed. >go cottage The snow-covered cottage appears to be closed. Falvicar nods at Aphaedra. >e [Icemule Trace, East Gate - 2455] (u4042305) A layer of dust swirls around the ground, stirred up by the trampling feet of the crowds passing in and out of a tall gate. A group of halfling children play a game by the gate, daring each other to run out into the wilds beyond. You also see a tall gate and an old beer barrel. Obvious paths: west Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter and Sorlu followed. >w [Icemule Trace, East Road - 2452] (u4042304) Short, sturdy buildings line both sides of the road here, providing homes to the merchants of Icemule Trace. A gnarled and twisted tree guards the south edge of the road, its roots snaking along the dirt road underfoot. Beneath the tree, a scattering of leaves litters the ground. You also see the Sorlu disk and a long snow-covered cottage with a simple parchment sign tacked to the door. Obvious paths: east, south, west Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter and Sorlu followed. >s [Commerce Burrow, Dwarven Circle - 2456] (u4042309) The barred windows of the Icemule Trace Jailhouse look out over the road here. A rocky path winds toward the jail door, passing by a large boulder. Across the road from the jail, a dark-eyed halfling leans against a building wall and quietly observes the passersby. Obvious paths: north, east, west Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter and Sorlu followed. >e [Commerce Burrow, Dwarven Circle - 2459] (u4042310) Several simple houses line the road here, providing homes for merchants and businessmen of the Trace. Towering high behind them, the town wall provides protection from the wilds beyond. A young halfling boy sweeps the walk in front of one of the homes, hurrying to complete his daily chore. You also see an arched gate and the entrance to Trade Alley. Obvious paths: south, west Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter and Sorlu followed. >s [Commerce Burrow, Dwarven Circle - 2460] (u4042315) A crowd gathers here, circling a shouting halfling rogue dressed in fine leathers. Standing atop a wooden crate, the halfling's cries of "Rat bets! All the odds you need to know! And some you don't!" ring out through the crisp air. You also see the halfling deputy and a large grey tent with a ten-foot long rat tail on top. Obvious paths: north, south, west Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter and Sorlu followed.
Aphaedra gives Jaydo a lingering kiss on the cheek.
Aphaedra curtsies to the halfling deputy.
You quietly say, "Good evening Deputy."
Falvicar nods once to the halfling deputy.
(Aphaedra places a package of food at the deputy's feet.)
You quietly say, "We've are bringing you a care package."
The halfling deputy just entered a large grey tent with a ten-foot long rat tail on top.
Sorlu glances appraisingly around the area.
Aphaedra chuckles.
Sorlu says, speaking to you, "He's always been a rude one."
You quietly say, "He'll just take that inside there."
Sorlu smirks.
You nod.
[Commerce Burrow, Dwarven Circle - 2460] (u4042315) A crowd gathers here, circling a shouting halfling rogue dressed in fine leathers. Standing atop a wooden crate, the halfling's cries of "Rat bets! All the odds you need to know! And some you don't!" ring out through the crisp air. You also see a blue-eyed black kitten, the Sorlu disk and a large grey tent with a ten-foot long rat tail on top. Also here: Grand Lord Falvicar, Lady Aphaedra, Jaydo, Lord Dezter, Lord Sorlu Obvious paths: north, south, west
Aphaedra exclaims, "It is here for you when yo uwish it!"
You nod. >s [Commerce Burrow, Dwarven Circle - 2461] (u4042320) A brisk wind blows along the path here, carrying with it the sounds of heated shouts and cheers from the northwest. A young halfling warrior toils at the side of the road, pulling on a heavy sack of skins. You also see a long wooden building. Obvious paths: north, west Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter and Sorlu followed.
Jaydo grunts.
Aphaedra exclaims, "It is here for you when yo uwish it!"
Aphaedra coughs.
You quietly say, "This young warrior could use a package though."
You giggle.
You nod at Aphaedra.
Jaydo nods once.
Aphaedra smiles at Jaydo.
Jaydo deeply says, "Here, have a package of fresh meat..."
(Jaydo hands a package to the warrior.)
Jaydo nods.
Aphaedra says, speaking to a young halfling warrior, "Protein is best for you."
You reach out and pat a young halfling warrior.
Jaydo deeply says, "May it feed you well, little friend."
>w
[Commerce Burrow, Dwarven Circle - 2462] (u4042319) A giantman strolls merrily away from Bumblefinger's Pawnshop, counting his coins. The pawnshop is perched on the south side of the road, housed in a well tended wooden building. Freshly painted white stairs lead up to the pawnshop porch. Obvious paths: east, west Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter and Sorlu followed. Falvicar smiles. >w [Commerce Burrow, Dwarven Circle - 2465] (u4042318) A rather squat-looking wooden store perches south of the road and the sound of high pitched shouting rings out from within. Hanging from the thatched roof of the furrier's store is a bright blue banner. Obvious paths: east, southeast, northwest Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter and Sorlu followed. >nw [Commerce Burrow, Dwarven Circle - 2469] (u4042312) Passing merchants, laden with pelts of all shapes and sizes, trudge southeast towards Furryback's Pelt and Skin. An earthen-worked cottage faces the street, the snow cleared from its front path. The trilling sounds of a flute drift from the cottage's doorway. To the east lie the sights and sounds of the Icemule Bazaar. You also see a stout hoarbeam cart with some stuff on it, a fur-garbed elderly dwarf, a wide mithril-banded cart with some stuff on it and a disgruntled dwarven clerk. Obvious paths: northeast, east, southeast Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter and Sorlu followed.
Aphaedra rubs Jaydo tenderly.
Aphaedra says, speaking to Jaydo, "We are a little compared to you, dearest."
Lord Selfane just arrived.
Lord Selfane just went southeast.
>'our Elderly dwarf friend here here is dealing in some rough times
You quietly say, "Our Elderly dwarf friend here here is dealing in some rough times."
(Aphaedra places a warm winterweight hat on the dwarf.)
Jaydo grunts.
Jaydo adopts an agreeable expression.
Jaydo nods respectfully to Golarg.
Aphaedra winks at a fur-garbed elderly dwarf.
You curtsy to a disgruntled dwarven clerk.
You curtsy to a fur-garbed elderly dwarf.
A elderly dwarf lumbers slowly east, pulling his hoarbeam cart behind him.
A dwarven clerk cracks his knuckles and glances around with a sneer.
(Aphaedra places a package next to the clerk.)
You quietly say, "I think he liked the hat he had a little pick up in his step there."
You beam happily at Aphaedra! >ne [Commerce Burrow, Dwarven Circle - 2472] (u4042308) The shouting of traders drifts over the buildings to the south. An ancient halfling sits off to the side of the road, twirling a slender blue wand between his fingers while holding discourse over a group of young, attentive pupils. You also see a lean half-krolvin huntress. Obvious paths: east, southwest Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter and Sorlu followed.
Aphaedra says, speaking to Jaydo, "We should definitely include more cheese next delivery."
Jaydo chuckles.
Sorlu laughs softly, trying to hide his amusement.
You wave to the huntress.
Falvicar whispers, "I'm sorry on my ramblings."
Aphaedra curtsies to a lean half-krolvin huntress. She crosses her arms across her chest formally to return the greeting.
Jaydo says, speaking deeply to Aphaedra, "That is a good idea."
Jaydo nods in agreement.
You quietly say, "Huntress Our friends here have brought you food."
You quietly say, "She's a little on the leaner side."
Dezter says, "We were also discussin maybe throwin a lil party out here."
Aphaedra ponders.
Sorlu raises an eyebrow in Dezter's direction.
You quietly say, "Oh I'd love to host you at White Haven."
Sorlu asks, speaking to Dezter, "Oh?"
(Aphaedra places two large packages next to the huntress.)
>e
[Commerce Burrow, Dwarven Circle - 2456] (u4042309) The barred windows of the Icemule Trace Jailhouse look out over the road here. A rocky path winds toward the jail door, passing by a large boulder. Across the road from the jail, a dark-eyed halfling leans against a building wall and quietly observes the passersby. Obvious paths: north, east, west Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter and Sorlu followed.
You praise Aphaedra.
>n [Icemule Trace, East Road - 2452] (u4042304) Short, sturdy buildings line both sides of the road here, providing homes to the merchants of Icemule Trace. A gnarled and twisted tree guards the south edge of the road, its roots snaking along the dirt road underfoot. Beneath the tree, a scattering of leaves litters the ground. You also see a long snow-covered cottage with a simple parchment sign tacked to the door. Obvious paths: east, south, west Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter and Sorlu followed. >w [Icemule Trace, East Road - 2451] (u4042303) Crowds of adventurers flock along this main road, traveling back and forth between the East Gate and the Icemule town center. Young children run around, tugging at travellers' coattails as they hawk cheap gems. A rather squat wooden building sits comfortably on the north side of the road. You also see a well-lit dark stone shop. Obvious paths: east, west Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter and Sorlu followed. >w Dezter nods enthusiastically at Sorlu! [Icemule Trace, East Road - 2427] (u4042302) Merchants and adventurers crowd this gravel path, talking and laughing as they stroll along. Off to the south, a stately white dome rises high into the sky. You also see a half-timbered pale grey stone guildhall and an old bounty handler. Obvious paths: east, south, west Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter and Sorlu followed. >w [Icemule Trace, East Road - 2426] (u4042301) A pair of guards lean back against the archway of the bright blue building housing the Icemule Trace branch of the First Elanith Bank. One guard seems to be dozing on his stool, while the other keeps a close and wary eye on the traffic flowing past. You also see a flaxen cap, an archway and an old beer barrel. Obvious paths: east, south, west
Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter and Sorlu followed.
Dezter says, "Still hammerin out the idea..."
[Icemule Trace, Town Center - 2300] (u4042150)
The center of the slumbering frontier town is overseen by a sturdy mule statue carved from glacial ice, which rises from the surrounding snow on a plinth of cold dark stone. The brilliance of the stars winks through the ice, casting prismatic glints of light over a scattering of townsfolk. Some halflings chatter quietly by a colorful silver-bound barrel emblazoned with a row of tiny grey penguins, while others stargaze on colorful cloaks spread out across the hard ground. Near the comfort of a smooth dark stone bench, a roaring bonfire crackles merrily, lending its warmth and illumination to the surroundings. You also see the translucent Burrhus disk, a royal penguin, a snowy-eared sable wolfhound, a greater white owl that is flying around, the driftwood Nalver disk, some ambrominas leaf, the Jemisha disk, the Orionin disk, a blued steel wastebin and a blue and white pavilion.
Also here: Burrhus, High Lord Grutak, Feagol, Lilanna, High Lord Svardin, Lady Heavenscent, Nalver, Sphider, Brulgamin, Jemisha, Journeyman Heimblud, Orionin, Thundertickle Obvious paths: north, east, south, west
Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter and Sorlu followed. Nalver asks, speaking to Grutak, "I have been meaning to ask you. Do you have some unresolved childhood trauma that you'd like to talk about?"
Nalver accepts Lilanna's orase runestaff. >s [Icemule Trace, South Road - 2302] (u4042229) A silvery sheen from something up north catches your eye over the heads of the crowds. No matter the time of day or night, this stretch of road always seems busy. A young halfling girl, dressed in the livery of the Silvermule Gaming Hall, rushes past you to deliver a message. You also see a twisted stone doorframe. Obvious paths: north, south, west Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter and Sorlu followed.
Dezter says, "I wanna do some kinda fundraiser...."
>s [Icemule Trace, South Road - 2409] (u4042228) A narrow house juts into the street, as though pushed off its foundation by the expanding gaming hall to the southwest. You step carefully along the cobblestones and try not to glance into the open window at street level. You also see a little snow bird and a colorful canvas pavilion. Obvious paths: north, south Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter and Sorlu followed.
Aphaedra nods at Dezter.
Sorlu says, speaking to Dezter, "Very good. If Icemule enjoys one thing, it's a good party."
Falvicar pets a blue-eyed black kitten.
The black kitten settles its head in against his wrist and it purrs contentedly.
Sorlu grins. >s [Icemule Trace, South Road - 2410] (u4042227) The hoarse voices from the west are hard to understand. Either they are happy cries or anguished moans, or perhaps both. A group of enterprising youths approach you and ask for silvers, but continue along the road without pausing for your response. You also see a stone cottage. Obvious paths: north, east, south, west Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter and Sorlu followed.
Dezter flashes a wide grin. >s [Icemule Trace, South Road - 2411] (u4042226) Various halfling vendors hawking their wares block your way for a moment. You notice a number of giantmen and dwarves heading north, coins jingling in their pockets. A twisted, wrought iron street lamp at the corner keeps an inebriated halfling from meeting the pavement. You also see a huge wooden crate and a path leading to a white modwir gate. Obvious paths: north, south Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter and Sorlu followed. Sorlu blinks. >go path [White Haven, Outside Facade - 3409] (u213001) A crystalline tower streaked with gold rises above an outer wall of white stone, radiating warmth and light against the chill surroundings. A finely detailed ice sculpture stands guard at each side of a white modwir gate bearing the words "White Haven" in gold leaf. You also see a path leading back out to the street and a glaes plaque. Obvious paths: none Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter and Sorlu followed. Sorlu glances north. >go path [Icemule Trace, South Road - 2411] (u4042226) Various halfling vendors hawking their wares block your way for a moment. You notice a number of giantmen and dwarves heading north, coins jingling in their pockets. A twisted, wrought iron street lamp at the corner keeps an inebriated halfling from meeting the pavement. You also see a huge wooden crate and a path leading to a white modwir gate. Obvious paths: north, south Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter and Sorlu followed.
Sorlu appears to be trying hard not to grin.
Aphaedra emits a fair reproduction of the whistle of a falcon.
Aphaedra leans softly against Jaydo.
You quietly say, "If you'd like to put some food stuff in the crate there more town folks can stop buy and pick them up."
Jaydo nods once.
Aphaedra put a heavy backpack in a huge wooden crate.
Aphaedra nod
You quietly whisper to Jaydo, "Should be able too unless it's full."
Jaydo deeply says, "I have this as well..."
Jaydo removes a heavy backpack from in his wolf-hide cloak.
Jaydo winces.
Jaydo nods.
Aphaedra rubs Jaydo tenderly.
Jaydo deeply says, "She filled it."
Sorlu says, speaking to you, "Quite sadly, Hazelntut has not responded to my request for assistance. The delivery I received, I also had to manage for it's distribution."
Jaydo nods once.
You giggle.
Aphaedra chuckles.
You wave your hand in a dismissive gesture.
Jaydo deeply says, "That is all right."
Aphaedra sighs.
Falvicar ponders.
You quietly say, "Hazelnut is missing out we don't want it to spoil."
You quietly say, "It's going to the town as we speak." >look [Icemule Trace, South Road - 2411] (u4042226) Various halfling vendors hawking their wares block your way for a moment. You notice a number of giantmen and dwarves heading north, coins jingling in their pockets. A twisted, wrought iron street lamp at the corner keeps an inebriated halfling from meeting the pavement. You also see a blue-eyed black kitten, the Sorlu disk, a huge wooden crate and a path leading to a white modwir gate. Also here: Grand Lord Falvicar, Lady Aphaedra, Jaydo, Lord Dezter, Lord Sorlu Obvious paths: north, south >s [Icemule Trace, South Road - 2412] (u4042225) Several groups of adventurers jostle past you on their way through the South Gate. The sounds of laughter from the west remind you of the inns and taverns back home. You notice that the lowest part of the wall is darker stone than the top, a sign that this fortification was raised at some point in the past. You also see a snowy-eared sable wolfhound, a fidgety towheaded boy, the South Gate and an old beer barrel. Also here: Feagol Obvious paths: north, east, west Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter and Sorlu followed. >w [Tavern Burrow, Honeybeer Road - 3438] (u4042210) You find yourself at the busy intersection of Stout Street and Honeybeer Road. The smells of roasting meats entice you to move west, yet there seems to be some activity to the north which might be worth investigating. Pausing briefly, you whistle a quick tune and make your way down the road. Obvious paths: north, east, west Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter and Sorlu followed. >n [Tavern Burrow, Stout Street - 3437] (u4042211) An unofficial moneychanger does brisk business at the corner, moving from side to side of the road to avoid any contact with town officials. Brightly colored banners in silver and blue fly from surrounding windows, proclaiming the way to various local establishments. Across the way, a low-roofed stone guard post is surrounded by a spade-tipped fence with a heavy wrought iron gate. Obvious paths: north, south Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter and Sorlu followed.
Dezter grumbles.
Aphaedra says, "I am worried about him. He has a big heart for his people."
Dezter says, speaking to Aphaedra, "We shoulda thoughta this."
Aphaedra gives Jaydo a lingering kiss on the cheek.
You nod at Aphaedra.
Sorlu says, "Indeed. If we need to do everything ourselves, so be it."
Sorlu smiles at you.
Aphaedra asks, "Would Grutak want some food to distribute as well?" >n [Tavern Burrow, Gaming Hall - 3436] (u4042208) On either side of a carpeted entry are two dark yew trees, trimmed into the shapes of mules and sprinkled with silvery powder. A young halfling in silver and blue livery bows low as you pass by, gesturing toward the doorway with an inviting smile on his lips. From inside the gaming hall comes a rising cry, as someone wins another hand. You also see a Silvermule doorkeeper. Obvious paths: north, east, south, southwest, west Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter and Sorlu followed.
Ashraam just arrived.
Ashraam just went east.
You quietly say, "We can ask him."
You quietly say, "I think we passed him." Rimo just arrived. Rimo just went west. >n [Tavern Burrow, Stout Street - 3429] (u4042209) The rear entry to the Silvermule Gaming Hall is nearly as impressive as the main entrance. Espaliered pear trees grow to either side of the massive doors, with silvery fruit affixed to their branches. A smiling attendant in silver and blue waves at you as you pass by. Obvious paths: north, south Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter and Sorlu followed. >n [Tavern Burrow, Stout Street - 2408] (u4042212) A jumble of boxes is piled against a tall evergreen hedge where Stout Street ends at Barley Lane. Soft mewing from one of the boxes mingles with the sound of muffled drumbeats, soft arpeggios, and muted voices lifted in song. A gap in the hedge leads through the split-rail fence into the courtyard beyond. The fence and hedge end at the corner of the property, where an easily-overlooked door leads into the side of a non-descript low building. Obvious paths: east, south, west Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter and Sorlu followed. >n
Aphaedra nods to you.
Sorlu smiles at Aphaedra.
>e [Icemule Trace, South Road - 2302] (u4042229) A silvery sheen from something up north catches your eye over the heads of the crowds. No matter the time of day or night, this stretch of road always seems busy. A young halfling girl, dressed in the livery of the Silvermule Gaming Hall, rushes past you to deliver a message. You also see a twisted stone doorframe. Obvious paths: north, south, west Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter and Sorlu followed.
Aphaedra says, "I saw him."
>n [Icemule Trace, Town Center - 2300] (u4042150) The center of the slumbering frontier town is overseen by a sturdy mule statue carved from glacial ice, which rises from the surrounding snow on a plinth of cold dark stone. The brilliance of the stars winks through the ice, casting prismatic glints of light over a scattering of townsfolk. Some halflings chatter quietly by a colorful silver-bound barrel emblazoned with a row of tiny grey penguins, while others stargaze on colorful cloaks spread out across the hard ground. Near the comfort of a smooth dark stone bench, a roaring bonfire crackles merrily, lending its warmth and illumination to the surroundings. You also see a greater white owl that is flying around, the driftwood Nalver disk, some ambrominas leaf, the Jemisha disk, the Orionin disk, a blued steel wastebin and a blue and white pavilion. Also here: Lilanna, High Lord Svardin, Lady Heavenscent, Nalver, Sphider, Jemisha, Journeyman Heimblud, Orionin, Thundertickle Obvious paths: north, east, south, west Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo, Dezter and Sorlu followed. You hear very soft footsteps.
You gaze in wonder at your surroundings.
Svardin says, "Rar."
Jaydo chuckles.
Aphaedra says, "Alas."
Falvicar ponders.
Aphaedra grins.
You quietly say, "Good evenin Svardin."
Aphaedra gives Jaydo a lingering kiss on each fingertip.
Aphaedra smiles at Svardin.
Svardin glances around the area.
Svardin asks, "Dat lunatic is loose agin?"
Falvicar wraps you in a tender embrace.
Aphaedra curtsies to Svardin.
Svardin squints.
Aphaedra curtsies to Nalver.
You say, speaking quietly to Aphaedra, "Pehaps Nalver would like to hand out some food as well."
Nalver says, "Thank you."
Sorlu smiles at Nalver.
Sorlu bows to Nalver.
Aphaedra nods to you.
Dezter waves to Nalver.
Dezter flashes a wide grin.
Nalver blinks.
Aphaedra says, speaking to you, "What a fantastic idea."
Svardin suddenly stumbles for no apparent reason.
Nalver says, "I am uncomfortable being this recognized."
Svardin glances at a blue-eyed black kitten.
Jaydo chuckles.
Sorlu gazes in amusement at Nalver.
Svardin says, speaking to a blue-eyed black kitten, "Rar."
You ask, speaking quietly to Nalver, "With a man of your titlage?"
Nalver waves to Ghengkin.
Nalver waves to Falvicar.
Nalver waves to Aphaedra.
Nalver waves to Jaydo.
Nalver waves to Dezter.
Nalver waves to Sorlu.
Nalver waves to you.
Nalver waves to Lilanna.
Nalver waves to Svardin.
Nalver waves to Heavenscent.
Nalver waves to Sphider.
Nalver waves to Jemisha.
Nalver waves to Heimblud.
Nalver waves to Orionin.
Nalver waves to Thundertickle.
Lilanna chuckles.
Heavenscent smiles.
Sorlu chuckles.
Dezter giggles.
Dezter pets a blue-eyed black kitten.
Suddenly, the black kitten leaps out of Dezter's reach! While in flight, it changes directions completely several times, but still lands on its feet. It runs around wildly, darting crazily from spot to spot, pouncing on nonexistent spiders and batting invisible balls of yarn so fast that its paws blur. Then, as quickly as it began, it flops back down near Dezter and begins to serenely lick one paw as if nothing had ever happened.
Dezter blinks.
Sorlu smiles at Lilanna.
A pale white aura dances across your plumille houppelande.
Falvicar nods once at Nalver.
Dezter glances at a blue-eyed black kitten.
Sphider slides a braided gold ring off his finger.
Aphaedra grins.
Sphider slides a gold and brass ring on his finger.
Suddenly Sphider vanishes!
Aphaedra leans softly against Jaydo.
Svardin brushes his fingers lightly against a blue-eyed black kitten.
Svardin cackles!
Nalver says, speaking to you, "I believe you call it tootlidge or pedigree or dominon or something."
Svardin pets a blue-eyed black kitten.
The black kitten hooks a claw in his clothing and he has to help it get loose.
Journeyman Heimblud just went east.
Nalver says, "A man with your plummage would be humorous."
Sorlu whispers to the group, "I understand Grutak is on his way."
Svardin pets a blue-eyed black kitten.
The black kitten butts the palm of his hand insistently with its head.
Svardin barks loudly!
You say, speaking quietly to Nalver, "You are quite famous. Please you could do our town well with handing out foodstuff to the poor children and elderly of Icemule. Ta'Vaalor is helping our fair city during these trying times."
Aphaedra nods at Sorlu.
Falvicar shrugs.
Malvadere's group just arrived.
Svardin glances up.
Dezter grins.
Dezter waves to Nalver.
Journeyman Heimblud just arrived.
Journeyman Heimblud just went west.
Dezter says, "That's us."
Musix and his group seem to slow down and become a bit less nimble.
You hug Svardin, and he wraps you in a warm embrace in return.
Dezter giggles.
Aphaedra grins at Dezter.
Nalver says, "One moment."
Malvadere put a human skin-bound buckler in his spidersilk pack.
Malvadere removes a small veniom-bound armoire from in his spidersilk pack.
Malvadere opens his veniom-bound armoire, then suddenly several articles of clothing fly off of him andinto the armoire.
Malvadere just closed a small veniom-bound armoire.
Malvadere removes a sturdy hoarbeam long bow from in his spidersilk pack.
Nalver just went north.
Svardin exclaims, speaking to a sturdy mule statue carved from glacial ice, "I am not!"
Nalver just arrived.
Nalver ponders.
Musix just went east.
Musix just arrived.
Nalver says, "Someone is buying out all my gems."
Svardin says, "He said I was a poor excuse for da elderly."
Kheevi just arrived.
Svardin glances up.
Kheevi just went east.
You quietly say, "Lord Dezter, the Lady Aphaedra, and her husband Lord Jay."
Lilanna asks, speaking to Nalver, "Arent they sposed to?"
Journeyman Heimblud just arrived.
Orionin just left.
Journeyman Heimblud just went east.
The Orionin disk goes off in search of its master.
Jaydo smirks.
Musix put a bone-handled eahnor dagger in his tan leather backpack.
Musix put a sonic greatshield in his tan leather backpack.
Svardin sticks out his tongue and lets loose with a loud, "Thbtbtbtbt" from his lips!
Musix just went east.
Malvadere put a sturdy hoarbeam long bow in his spidersilk pack.
Jaydo nods respectfully.
Malvadere put a small veniom-bound armoire in his shadowy black shroud.
Nalver says, "There is just a pricing issue I'm trying to figure out."
Malvadere just went east.
Lilanna gives Svardin a playful bite.
High Lord Grutak just arrived.
A log settles in the roaring bonfire, sending up a spray of sparks.
Dezter nods slowly.
Svardin says, "He's pesterin me."
Grutak glances at Sorlu.
Svardin glances up.
The white owl circles lazily above.
Grutak asks, "Yes Councilor?"
Dezter grins slowly.
Sorlu says, speaking to you, "Ah, well, to be fair...these are the efforts of their residents, not their official leadership. These are private actions, not the actions of the Nations proper."
Svardin glances south.
Musix just arrived.
Sorlu smiles at Grutak.
Orionin just arrived.
Sorlu bows to Grutak.
Aphaedra curtsies to Grutak.
Ralkaan just arrived.
Ralkaan removes a small egg and tundra grass tart from in his storm grey backpack.
Ralkaan takes a bite of his tundra grass tart.
Ralkaan's chest looks better.
Falvicar nods slowly at Dezter.
Sorlu says, speaking to Grutak, "Good evening, Commander.."
Malvadere just arrived.
Ralkaan takes a bite of his tundra grass tart.
Ralkaan's back looks better.
Aphaedra says, speaking to Grutak, "I am not sure if you remember me."
Ralkaan takes a bite of his tundra grass tart.
Ralkaan's right eye looks better.
Ralkaan removes a rock lizard potion from in his storm grey backpack.
Grutak glances at Aphaedra.
Ralkaan takes a drink from his rock lizard potion.
Ralkaan's chest looks better.
Orionin just went west.
The mirror images surrounding Lilanna undulate and grow stronger.
Lilanna renews her songs.
Sorlu glances between Grutak and Aphaedra.
Dezter fidgets.
Svardin paces back and forth.
Ralkaan takes a drink from his rock lizard potion.
Ralkaan's back looks better.
Grutak takes a moment to observe Aphaedra.
Ralkaan just went east.
Jaydo inclines his head.
Grutak says, "I don't, but wish I did."
Aphaedra says, "In Ta'Vaalor."
Grutak grins.
Svardin does a decent imitation of a blue-eyed black kitten.
Aphaedra's cheeks flush with a soft shade of apricot.
Jaydo slowly empties his lungs.
Ralkaan just arrived.
Ralkaan just went west.
Nalver says, speaking to you, "Not sure what your comment was supposed to mean."
Svardin asks, speaking to a sturdy mule statue carved from glacial ice, "You could do better?"
The mirror images surrounding Musix undulate and grow stronger.
Musix renews his songs.
Svardin falls over.
Svardin sits up.
Sorlu introduces, speaking to Grutak, "The Lady Aphaedra Aandryl-Deleros."
Aphaedra says, speaking to Grutak, "I am the half elf with the giant husband."
Malvadere's eyes glaze over and he turns pale. In the space between moments, his body grows more and more translucent until you realize he is no longer there!
Aphaedra grins.
Aphaedra gazes lovingly at Jaydo.
Grutak says, "Ah..."
Sorlu grins at Aphaedra.
Grutak grins at Jaydo.
Jaydo smirks.
Grutak says, "Good choice."
Jaydo nods respectfully at Grutak.
Grutak grins at Jaydo.
Svardin says, speaking to a sturdy mule statue carved from glacial ice, "Prolly lookin in a mirror."
Aphaedra says, speaking to Grutak, "We brought food."
Svardin smiles and begins to giggle just as a large, vaguely blue shape sweeps by just above your head and knocks him sprawling.
Svardin falls over.
Svardin chuckles.
Sorlu says, speaking to Grutak, "And of course, the Lord Jaydo Deleros."
Grutak says, "Foods a good start."
Svardin sits up.
Lady Heavenscent just went east.
Svardin dusts himself off.
Jaydo smiles.
Lady Heavenscent just arrived.
Jaydo nods appreciatively at Sorlu.
Grutak takes a moment to observe Jaydo.
Grutak nods at Sorlu.
Aphaedra says, "I do not like to think of anyone starving."
Svardin tries humming a joyful tune.
Svardin says, "Well."
Falvicar whispers, "Hoping offering Grutak this doesn't "confirm an army is being assisted" on Dez's part. Just my concern."
Grutak says, "You have a Gaintkin husband... of course you know how to start a conversation right."
Grutak grins.
Svardin says, "Not anyone dat is bein oppressed fer sure."
Aphaedra begins chuckling at Grutak!
Falvicar smirks at Grutak.
Svardin says, "Da oppressor, starve em."
Svardin giggles.
Jaydo grunts.
Jaydo adopts an agreeable expression.
Grutak says, speaking to Jaydo, "You sir are a sport."
Aphaedra says, speaking to Grutak, "Meat and food is always the best place to start. Also fighting."
You quietly whisper to Falvicar, "It is what it is."
Aphaedra appears less secure.
Suddenly, Sphider appears in the area holding onto a ring he has just placed on his finger.
Grutak points at Aphaedra.
Aphaedra begins to breathe less deeply.
The white owl circles lazily above.
Grutak exclaims, "I like this woman!"
The powerful look leaves Aphaedra.
Aphaedra laughs!
Sorlu laughs softly, trying to hide his amusement.
Sphider asks, "Any healers?"
The dim aura fades from around Aphaedra.
Svardin twiddles his thumbs.
Aphaedra points at Dezter.
Jaydo says, speaking deeply to Grutak, "I am, sir."
Dezter strikes a heroic pose.
Grutak asks, "Fighting first or food first?"
Dezter raises his hand.
Lilanna begins chuckling at Grutak!
A pale white aura dances across your plumille houppelande.
Dezter focuses on Sphider with intense concentration.
Sphider's neck wound gradually fades, forming on Dezter's neck instead.
Svardin says, "Food fight."
Svardin says, "Simpler."
Sphider's abdomen wound gradually fades, forming on Dezter's abdomen instead.
Omind just arrived.
Sphider loses some of his pallor.
Omind just went north.
Grutak says, "Man after my own heart."
Aphaedra says, speaking to Grutak, "It always depends on the day, but today we bring food."
Grutak winks at Svardin.
Sphider bows to Dezter.
You notice Sphider moving stealthily east.
Malvadere slowly fades into view with a gasp of breath and a slightly disoriented look.
Dezter begins to look a little better.
Grutak nods.
Dezter wavers with sudden fatigue.
An onlooker pokes at the bonfire with a branch, causing it to spark and rekindle.
Jaydo appears less secure.
You hear very soft footsteps.
Svardin glances up.
Jaydo gazes lovingly at Aphaedra.
Sphider just handed Dezter some coins.
Jaydo begins to breathe less deeply.
Grutak asks, "Shall we find a place to enjoy?"
Jaydo deeply comments, "Wife first."
Musix's sonic greatshield dissipates.
With great skill, Musix removes one of the chords from his harmony while maintaining the symmetry of those that remain.
The powerful look leaves Jaydo.
Jaydo chuckles.
The dim aura fades from around Jaydo.
Dezter begins to look a little better.
Aphaedra grins at Jaydo.
Grutak says, speaking to Jaydo, "Smart man."
You hear very soft footsteps.
Malvadere offers Musix a shadowy black krytze affixed with gleaming onyx spikes.
Musix accepts Malvadere's shadowy black krytze.
Dezter whispers to himself, his cerulean eyes enshrouded by a vibrant sanguine haze. Rivulets of bright red rise through his skin, thickly coating his arms and hands, disappearing as it makes contact with the ground...
Dezter concentrates.
Dezter's neck looks better.
Dezter whispers to himself, his cerulean eyes enshrouded by a vibrant sanguine haze. Rivulets of bright red rise through his skin, thickly coating his arms and hands, disappearing as it makes contact with the ground...
Dezter concentrates.
Dezter's neck looks better.
You notice Sphider moving stealthily into the area.
Dezter begins to look a little better.
Sphider slides a braided gold ring off his finger.
Dezter whispers to himself, his cerulean eyes enshrouded by a vibrant sanguine haze. Rivulets of bright red rise through his skin, thickly coating his arms and hands, disappearing as it makes contact with the ground...
Dezter concentrates.
Dezter looks a lot better.
Sphider slides a gold and brass ring on his finger.
Suddenly Sphider vanishes!
Brulgamin just arrived.
Brulgamin slings his mechanical crossbow over his shoulder, its blackened laje limbs folding up neatly to the sound of whirring gears.
Orionin just arrived.
Grutak asks, speaking to Aphaedra, "What can I do for you?"
Brulgamin just went east.
Dezter says, "Actually, I think we probly should be headin back."
The bruises around Dezter's neck fade.
Svardin stands up.
Dezter glances at Aphaedra.
Dezter whispers to himself, his cerulean eyes enshrouded by a vibrant sanguine haze. Rivulets of bright red rise through his skin, thickly coating his arms and hands, disappearing as it makes contact with the ground...
Dezter concentrates.
Dezter's neck looks better.
You hear very soft footsteps.
Svardin says, speaking to a sturdy mule statue carved from glacial ice, "Come along ya great big dope."
High Lord Svardin begins to walk north but suddenly trips and goes flailing out of sight!
Grutak glances at Dezter.
From nearby, you hear Svardin yell, "Gah!"
Dezter begins to look a little better.
Aphaedra says, speaking to Grutak, "We thought you might be willing to take some of the food we brought and pass it out as you see fit to those who need it."
Eladarmi just arrived.
Dezter whispers to himself, his cerulean eyes enshrouded by a vibrant sanguine haze. Rivulets of bright red rise through his skin, thickly coating his arms and hands, disappearing as it makes contact with the ground...
Dezter concentrates.
Dezter's neck looks better.
Brulgamin just arrived.
Eladarmi smiles.
Eladarmi removes a rosewood mandolin from in his canvas backpack.
Eladarmi sits down.
Dezter begins to look a little better.
Grutak says, "I would think that would be better suited to Lady Opalina."
Eladarmi sets his fingers to his mandolin and allows them to wander aimlessly across the strings.
The mirror images surrounding Lilanna undulate and grow stronger.
Lilanna renews her songs.
Aphaedra nods at Grutak.
Suddenly, Sphider appears in the area holding onto a ring he has just placed on his finger.
You hear very soft footsteps.
Grutak says, "Though... I would ask a question."
A snowy-eared sable wolfhound shifts and glances about, clearly uncomfortable with the trappings of town.
Dezter whispers to himself, his cerulean eyes enshrouded by a vibrant sanguine haze. Rivulets of bright red rise through his skin, thickly coating his arms and hands, disappearing as it makes contact with the ground...
Dezter concentrates.
Dezter's neck looks better.
Aphaedra nods at Grutak.
Aphaedra says, speaking to Grutak, "Of course, sir."
Grutak asks, speaking to Aphaedra, "Were you sent by the Lady Uniana?"
Eladarmi picks out a simple melody, as if it were the first thing that came to mind.
You hear very soft footsteps.
The white owl circles lazily above.
Aphaedra shakes her head.
Dezter mumbles, "Dang bleedin abdomen..."
Sphider fidgets with a gold and brass ring.
Dezter whispers to himself, his cerulean eyes enshrouded by a vibrant sanguine haze. Rivulets of bright red rise through his skin, thickly coating his arms and hands, disappearing as it makes contact with the ground...
Dezter concentrates.
Dezter's abdomen looks better.
Kuiu comes out of hiding.
Sorlu glances between Grutak and Aphaedra.
Kuiu flags down a nearby urchin and exchanges a few words.
The urchin nods to Kuiu and takes off, with Kuiu in tow.
Dezter giggles at Grutak.
Dezter whispers to himself, his cerulean eyes enshrouded by a vibrant sanguine haze. Rivulets of bright red rise through his skin, thickly coating his arms and hands, disappearing as it makes contact with the ground...
Dezter concentrates.
Dezter's abdomen looks better.
Aphaedra says, speaking to Grutak, "I brought myself."
Dezter whispers to himself, his cerulean eyes enshrouded by a vibrant sanguine haze. Rivulets of bright red rise through his skin, thickly coating his arms and hands, disappearing as it makes contact with the ground...
Dezter concentrates.
Dezter's abdomen looks better.
Ashraam just arrived.
Ashraam asks, "Could I get a little healing?"
Grutak nods slowly.
You hear very soft footsteps.
Jemisha just left.
The green and gold energy fades from around Feagol.
Grutak asks, speaking to Aphaedra, "You understand why I ask?"
The Jemisha disk goes off in search of its master.
Feagol's look of renewed cognition fades.
The barrier of thorns surrounding Feagol seems to thin slightly.
Without apparent purpose Eladarmi modulates into a slow ballad, as if he were thinking fondly of a long-ago love.
Aphaedra nods at Grutak.
Dezter exclaims, speaking to Ashraam, "If no one else wants it, sure!"
Aphaedra says, speaking to Grutak, "I do."
Dezter focuses on Ashraam with intense concentration.
Ashraam's chest wound gradually fades, forming on Dezter's chest instead.
Sorlu leans leisurely on his Nalfein-styled cane, a thoughtful expression upon his face.
Ashraam exclaims, "One moment!"
Ashraam just went east.
The cuts on Dezter's chest close and the bruises fade.
Ashraam just arrived.
Ashraam just handed Dezter some coins.
Ashraam exclaims, speaking to Dezter, "Thanks!"
Dezter wavers with sudden fatigue, but at the same time, Ashraam appears particularly enlivened.
Dezter giggles.
Dezter waves his hand in a dismissive gesture.
Grutak says, "Then I would suggest giving it to Lady Opalina and Lord Sorlu."
Dezter says, speaking to Ashraam, "Oh, you."
Ashraam just went west.
Eladarmi picks out a simple melody, as if it were the first thing that came to mind.
Grutak says, "I'm a warrior. I fight, I don't cook."
Grutak winks at Aphaedra.
Aphaedra says, speaking to Grutak, "I want nothing but to help."
Aphaedra nods at Grutak.
Lady Heavenscent just went north.
Grutak nods at Aphaedra.
Sorlu smirks at Grutak.
Grutak says, "And your generosity is well recieved."
Falvicar smirks.
Dezter whispers to himself, his cerulean eyes enshrouded by a vibrant sanguine haze. Rivulets of bright red rise through his skin, thickly coating his arms and hands, disappearing as it makes contact with the ground...
Dezter concentrates.
Dezter's chest looks better.
Aphaedra says, speaking to Grutak, "I did not want to offend you by not offering you what I have offered them."
Dezter whispers to himself, his cerulean eyes enshrouded by a vibrant sanguine haze. Rivulets of bright red rise through his skin, thickly coating his arms and hands, disappearing as it makes contact with the ground...
Dezter concentrates.
Dezter's abdomen looks better.
Without apparent purpose Eladarmi modulates into a slow ballad, as if he were thinking fondly of a long-ago love.
Musix just went east.
Teegan just arrived.
Musix just arrived.
Grutak says, "The citizens of Icemule come first. I'll eat after they do."
Feagol summons a torrent of spiritual mana and releases upon himself a flurry of abjurations.
Teegan just went east.
Aphaedra says, speaking to Grutak, "Well said."
Jaydo nods slowly.
Sorlu smiles at Grutak.
Eladarmi picks out a simple melody, as if it were the first thing that came to mind.
Flames play across the wood of the bonfire in a hypnotic dance.
You fold your arms over your chest.
Falvicar nods in agreement to you.
Grutak asks, speaking to Aphaedra, "Is there anything we can do in return for your generosity?"
Without apparent purpose Eladarmi modulates into a slow ballad, as if he were thinking fondly of a long-ago love.
Grutak says, "We are not without funds. We simply lack options to purchase what we need."
Sorlu nods in agreement at Grutak.
Aphaedra says, speaking to Grutak, "Believe that there are those in Vaalor that only want peace and to help."
Roskious just arrived.
Roskious flags down a nearby urchin and exchanges a few words.
The urchin nods to Roskious and takes off, with Roskious in tow.
Your plumille houppelande bends inward for a brief moment.
Aphaedra says, "Money is not necessary."
The Jemisha disk arrives in the room, shivering violently. It then disintegrates.
Sorlu smiles at Aphaedra.
Aphaedra says, "It is our pleasure."
Eladarmi picks out a simple melody, as if it were the first thing that came to mind.
You hear very soft footsteps.
Lilanna waves to Eladarmi.
Sorlu says, speaking warmly to Aphaedra, "Quite a lovely idea, truly."
Aphaedra says, "Were it reversed, I know that there are citizens here that would do their best."
Slowly, Eladarmi changes key into the chorus of an uplifting inspirational song, the ringing and powerful major chords doing their work even in this wandering melody.
Aphaedra gives you a friendly hug.
Nalver says, speaking to you, "I had a thought earlier."
Malvadere makes a quick gesture while calling upon the powers of the elements...
Malvadere gestures.
A silvery luminescence surrounds Malvadere.
Nalver says, speaking to Falvicar, "About something in Moonsedge."
Malvadere makes a quick gesture while calling upon the powers of the elements...
Malvadere gestures.
A bright luminescence surrounds Malvadere.
Grutak agrees with Aphaedra.
Malvadere makes a quick gesture while calling upon the powers of the elements...
Malvadere gestures.
A brilliant luminescence surrounds Malvadere.
Malvadere put a small veniom-bound armoire in his spidersilk pack.
Malvadere removes a human skin-bound buckler from in his spidersilk pack.
Falvicar nods at Nalver.
Grutak says, "The people of the north are a kind and generous people."
Malvadere just went south.
Aphaedra nods at Grutak.
Without apparent purpose Eladarmi modulates into a slow ballad, as if he were thinking fondly of a long-ago love.
Grutak says, "We prefer to remain that way."
Sorlu agrees with Grutak.
You ponder the meaning of Grutak's existence.
The white owl circles lazily above.
Aphaedra says, speaking to Grutak, "I have seen as much. My dear friend Jebo lives here, and I have not met many as kind as he."
Lilanna nods at Grutak.
The mirror images surrounding Lilanna undulate and grow stronger.
Lilanna renews her songs.
Nalver asks, "The table in there has some ki-lin cured meats on it. Where are they getting ki-lin from that they can just cook one up to serve at dinner?"
Grutak says, "It is only when cornered that we become quite vicious."
You agree with Aphaedra.
With a final strum across the strings of his mandolin, Eladarmi brings his aimless melody to a close.
Grutak says, "Jebo and I cross paths occasionally."
Grutak says, "I like him."
The royal penguin watches Brulgamin intently.
Grutak says, "Quite sort though."
Motes of white light flow in and resolve into Drigler.
Drigler flags down a nearby urchin and exchanges a few words.
The urchin nods to Drigler and takes off, with Drigler in tow.
Nalver says, "And maybe in the attempts to bring people back, they discovered a way to pull things from another plane."
You quietly say, "Another dear friend."
You nod.
Aphaedra says, speaking to Grutak, "When I was young he was always willing to help me out no matter what. I have never forgotten his kindness. Or his bacon."
Malvadere just arrived.
Burrhus just arrived.
Jaydo grunts.
The powerful look leaves Orionin.
Orionin begins to breathe less deeply.
The dim aura fades from around Orionin.
The dully illuminated mantle protecting Orionin begins to falter, then completely fades away.
Jaydo deeply asks, "Bacon?"
Aphaedra grins at Jaydo.
Nalver shrugs.
Jehance just arrived.
The powerful look leaves Eladarmi.
The powerful look leaves Nalver.
The dim aura fades from around Nalver.
Nalver begins to breathe less deeply.
The dully illuminated mantle protecting Nalver begins to falter, then completely fades away.
Grutak says, "There is much to be said about bacon."
Eladarmi heavily pounds both his fists against his chest and bows his head slightly.
Grutak grins.
Nalver just went east.
Jehance put a Chronomage day pass in his wolf hide cloak.
Jehance just went north.
Sorlu grins.
Nalver just arrived.
Aphaedra chuckles.
(Eladarmi rubs his stomache.)
Jehance just arrived.
The bonfire burns steadily, serene and inviting, yet ultimately destructive.
Jaydo nods slowly at Grutak.
Sorlu says, speaking to Grutak, "Nothing but positive things."
Aphaedra gives Jaydo a lingering kiss on the hand.
Sorlu nods at Grutak.
Jaydo deeply says, "We have an accord."
Jehance traces a simple symbol as he reverently calls upon the power of his patron...
Jehance gestures.
The dully illuminated mantle surrounding Jehance's form seems to gain some cohesion.
Aphaedra gazes lovingly at Jaydo.
Jehance traces a simple symbol as he reverently calls upon the power of his patron...
Jehance gestures.
The dully illuminated mantle surrounding Jehance's form seems to gain some cohesion.
Jaydo chuckles to himself.
Jehance traces a simple symbol as he reverently calls upon the power of his patron...
Jehance gestures.
The dully illuminated mantle surrounding Jehance's form seems to gain some cohesion.
Jehance traces a simple symbol as he reverently calls upon the power of his patron...
Jehance gestures.
The dully illuminated mantle surrounding Jehance's form seems to gain some cohesion.
Grutak asks, speaking to Aphaedra, "I am wondering though, what your feelings are on Vaalor's latest actions?"
Eladarmi finished his melody, lowering his hands from the strings of his mandolin.
Eladarmi put a rosewood mandolin in his canvas backpack.
Jehance traces a simple symbol as he reverently calls upon the power of his patron...
Jehance gestures.
Rippling cylinders of spiritual force encompass Jehance's arms and the arms of those around him.
Jehance traces a simple symbol as he reverently calls upon the power of his patron...
Jehance gestures.
Jehance appears filled with a renewed confidence and fearlessness.
Dezter asks, speaking to Grutak, "Which ones are those?"
You hear very soft footsteps.
Jehance traces a simple symbol as he reverently calls upon the power of his patron...
Jehance gestures.
Fingers of fog-hued mist appear and begin to twirl around Jehance, coalescing into a scintillant miasma.
Jehance traces a simple symbol as he reverently calls upon the power of his patron...
Jehance gestures.
Jehance's eyes narrow briefly, focusing on something unseen.
Jehance traces a simple symbol as he reverently calls upon the power of his patron...
Jehance gestures.
Blue-green energy surrounds Jehance, dancing off his body without harm.
Aphaedra says, speaking to Grutak, "I have heard much, but I wish to hear from the king himself what is at play."
Jehance traces a simple symbol as he reverently calls upon the power of his patron...
Jehance gestures.
Jehance acquires a look of determination and appears more clearly focused.
Lady Aliashyrah just arrived.
Falvicar wraps you in a tender embrace.
Jehance traces a simple symbol as he reverently calls upon the power of his patron...
Jehance gestures.
Jehance's skin takes on a more crimson hue.
Dezter says, "I hear so many wonderful tales these days..."
Jehance traces a simple symbol as he reverently calls upon the power of his patron...
Jehance gestures.
Rippling cylinders of spiritual force encompass Jehance's arms and the arms of those around him.
Grutak says, speaking to Dezter, "The establishment of a fortification here in the North."
Jehance traces a simple symbol as he reverently calls upon the power of his patron...
Jehance gestures.
Jehance appears filled with a renewed confidence and fearlessness.
Jehance traces a simple symbol as he reverently calls upon the power of his patron...
Jehance gestures.
Fingers of fog-hued mist appear and begin to twirl around Jehance, coalescing into a scintillant miasma.
Jehance traces a simple symbol as he reverently calls upon the power of his patron...
Jehance gestures.
Jehance's eyes narrow briefly, focusing on something unseen.
Dezter snickers.
Sorlu smiles at Aliashyrah.
Jehance traces a simple symbol as he reverently calls upon the power of his patron...
Jehance gestures.
Blue-green energy surrounds Jehance, dancing off his body without harm.
Dezter nods slowly.
Jehance traces a simple symbol as he reverently calls upon the power of his patron...
Jehance gestures.
Jehance acquires a look of determination and appears more clearly focused.
Aphaedra smiles at Aliashyrah.
Jehance traces a simple symbol as he reverently calls upon the power of his patron...
Jehance gestures.
Jehance's skin takes on a more crimson hue.
Straightening her back, Aliashyrah gives a formal, low curtsy. She inclines her head as well, giving a brief nod.
Grutak says, "I'm not sure the King is aware what his military is doing to be honest."
The mirror images surrounding Musix undulate and grow stronger.
Musix renews his songs.
Eladarmi nods.
Aphaedra says, speaking to Grutak, "If that is so then it is a problem."
Jehance traces a simple symbol as he reverently calls upon the power of his patron...
Jehance gestures.
Jehance appears to be unaffected.
Cobalt light separates itself from Jehance and scatters into oblivion.
Alhador just arrived.
Aphaedra says, speaking to Grutak, "I will discuss matters with the High Legionnare. He is an honorable man."
A silver-shaded fluffy manul pads in.
Alhador just went north.
Aliashyrah pets a silver-shaded fluffy manul, which nuzzles her hand softly.
Suddenly, Sphider appears in the area holding onto a ring he has just placed on his finger.
Grutak says, "The King proclaims he wants peace and trade... yet cuts us off and establishes a fortress in our midsts."
Sorlu suddenly jumps back looking very startled!
Sorlu grins at Aliashyrah.
A chamois lexicon flies in looking for its owner.
You notice Sphider moving stealthily west.
An incandescent veil fades from Jehance.
A silver-shaded fluffy manul pads in.
The fluffy manul lightly bumps Aliashyrah's leg with his head.
Jehance says, speaking in Elven to Thundertickle, "Ah, that's a fine weapon you have there. Polearms is a good way to go."
Dezter says, speaking to Grutak, "You can imagine how often the King asks us our take on foreign policy."
Sorlu nods at Grutak.
Nalver says, "It seems like the so called settlers are building a....something to build an airship on in the South."
Jehance grins at Thundertickle.
Jehance shows Thundertickle his golvern lance.
Grutak asks, speaking to Aphaedra, "You speak of Aureliano?"
Malvadere put a human skin-bound buckler in his spidersilk pack.
Malvadere removes a small veniom-bound armoire from in his spidersilk pack.
Malvadere opens his veniom-bound armoire, then suddenly several articles of clothing fly out of the armoire and onto him.
Malvadere just closed a small veniom-bound armoire.
Malvadere put a small veniom-bound armoire in his spidersilk pack.
Malvadere removes a human skin-bound buckler from in his spidersilk pack.
Sorlu grins at Dezter.
Burrhus reaches behind him and pulls his runestaff up until he can remove the attached sock and wheel from it and then pulls it free from his sling. He then quickly stows the sock into the sling.
Aphaedra nods at Grutak.
Great Lord Tavnos just arrived.
Burrhus just went west.
Falvicar sighs.
Nalver asks, "What would the be word for that? Air dock?"
Woulfgar just strode in.
The lexicon flies off to find its owner.
Musix joins Malvadere's group.
Malvadere's group just went north.
Your plumille houppelande bends inward for a brief moment.
You notice Sphider moving stealthily into the area.
Eladarmi ponders.
Eladarmi stares at a roaring bonfire that has turned the snow around it to slush.
You hear very soft footsteps.
Sorlu says, speaking to Dezter, "Yes, it is quite different here. Here, the leadership of Icemule is always available to listen to its people."
Jehance asks, speaking in Elven to Thundertickle, "Would it be alright if I accompanied you on your adventure a bit?"
The mirror images surrounding Lilanna undulate and grow stronger.
Lilanna renews her songs.
Jehance traces a simple symbol as he reverently calls upon the power of his patron...
Jehance gestures.
Rippling cylinders of spiritual force encompass Jehance's arms and the arms of those around him.
You notice Sphider moving stealthily into the area.
You hear very soft footsteps.
Kainnis just arrived.
Jehance traces a simple symbol as he reverently calls upon the power of his patron...
Jehance gestures.
Jehance appears filled with a renewed confidence and fearlessness.
Lilanna helps herself to a trio of thin bacon slices.
Jehance traces a simple symbol as he reverently calls upon the power of his patron...
Jehance gestures.
Fingers of fog-hued mist appear and begin to twirl around Jehance, coalescing into a scintillant miasma.
Lilanna carefully inspects her thin bacon slices.
Jehance traces a simple symbol as he reverently calls upon the power of his patron...
Jehance gestures.
Jehance's eyes narrow briefly, focusing on something unseen.
Lilanna offers Eladarmi a trio of thin bacon slices.
Kainnis asks, "Any healers?"
Jehance traces a simple symbol as he reverently calls upon the power of his patron...
Jehance gestures.
Blue-green energy surrounds Jehance, dancing off his body without harm.
Dezter says, speaking to Sorlu, "The crown ain't under that kinda obligation."
You notice Sphider moving stealthily into the area.
Eladarmi accepts Lilanna's thin bacon slices.
Eladarmi beams!
Dezter sighs.
Jehance traces a simple symbol as he reverently calls upon the power of his patron...
Jehance gestures.
Jehance's skin takes on a more crimson hue.
Aliashyrah clarifies, speaking to Sorlu, "The council do make themselves available."
Aphaedra says, "I exist in a liminal space, I must say. I am Vaalorian at heart but not in right."
Dezter says, "For better, or for worse."
Grutak says, "I will tell you as I told Lord Teverial and Lady Uniana. Icemule and the North will remain free."
Dezter nods at Kainnis.
Dezter focuses on Kainnis with intense concentration.
Kainnis's neck wound gradually fades, forming on Dezter's neck instead.
You notice Sphider moving stealthily into the area.
Kainnis's chest wound gradually fades, forming on Dezter's chest instead.
Kainnis's head wound gradually fades, forming on Dezter's head instead.
The fluffy manul pads around the area.
Kainnis's abdomen wound gradually fades, forming on Dezter's abdomen instead.
Sorlu nods at Aliashyrah.
Dezter winks at Kainnis.
The cuts on Dezter's chest close and the bruises fade.
Eladarmi nods at Grutak.
Nalver says, "Speaking of which."
Kainnis says, "Thank you."
A snowy-eared sable wolfhound eyes some ambrominas leaf curiously.
Dezter wavers with sudden fatigue.
Nalver just went east.
Sphider fidgets with a gold and brass ring.
Aphaedra rubs Dezter gently.
Sphider slides a braided gold ring off his finger.
Sorlu says, speaking to Aliashyrah, "Of course. The Council holds a great deal of power within Icemule."
Dezter says, speaking to Sorlu, "Be honest with ya, the Lord Chamberlain frustrated me a lil bit recently."
A blue ghost firefly flitters high above the bonfire, creating the illusion of an eerie, pulsing cerulean flame. It hovers nearby for a moment, then flies off as if it were but a drifting snowflake immune to the heat.
Sphider just opened a geometrically patterned yew locket.
You smile at Dezter.
Sorlu cocks his head at Dezter.
Kainnis just handed Dezter some coins.
Dezter whispers to himself, his cerulean eyes enshrouded by a vibrant sanguine haze. Rivulets of bright red rise through his skin, thickly coating his arms and hands, disappearing as it makes contact with the ground...
Dezter concentrates.
Dezter's neck looks better.
Eladarmi takes a bite of his thin bacon slices.
Sphider just opened a jet black buckskin sack.
Aliashyrah gazes with interest at Dezter.
Sorlu asks, speaking to Dezter, "Oh? How so?"
An incandescent veil fades from Jehance.
Sphider put a braided gold ring in his buckskin sack.
Sphider removes a braided gold ring from in his buckskin sack. Sphider slides a gold and brass ring on his finger.
The fluffy manul gazes at Jaydo.
Grutak says, "I think the Lord Chamberlain needs to use the chamber pot far more frequently."
Grutak says, "He's full of it."
Nalver just arrived.
Sphider put a braided gold ring in his buckskin sack.
Sphider removes a narrow gold ring from in his patterned yew locket.
Sorlu grins at Grutak.
Sphider slides a gold and brass ring on his finger.
Suddenly Sphider vanishes!
Nalver says, "I will be back."
Jehance traces a simple symbol as he reverently calls upon the power of his patron...
Jehance gestures.
Rippling cylinders of spiritual force encompass Jehance's arms and the arms of those around him.
Dezter says, "I wanted to take a party straight up to Briarmoon Cove's front door. Find out what their problem is."
Jehance traces a simple symbol as he reverently calls upon the power of his patron...
Jehance gestures.
Jehance appears filled with a renewed confidence and fearlessness.
Nalver just went east.
Dezter whispers to himself, his cerulean eyes enshrouded by a vibrant sanguine haze. Rivulets of bright red rise through his skin, thickly coating his arms and hands, disappearing as it makes contact with the ground...
Dezter concentrates.
Dezter's neck looks better.
Jehance traces a simple symbol as he reverently calls upon the power of his patron...
Jehance gestures.
Fingers of fog-hued mist appear and begin to twirl around Jehance, coalescing into a scintillant miasma.
Dezter begins to look better as the bruises around his neck fade.
Dezter rubs you gently.
Jehance traces a simple symbol as he reverently calls upon the power of his patron...
Jehance gestures.
Jehance's eyes narrow briefly, focusing on something unseen.
Dezter winks at you.
Falvicar hangs his head.
Sorlu's fingers begin to twitch, the movement of his lips barely perceptible as he prepares a spell.
Sorlu gestures.
Sorlu appears to be keenly aware of his surroundings.
Dezter whispers to himself, his cerulean eyes enshrouded by a vibrant sanguine haze. Rivulets of brightred rise through his skin, thickly coating his arms and hands, disappearing as it makes contact with the ground...
Dezter concentrates.
Dezter's neck looks better.
Jehance traces a simple symbol as he reverently calls upon the power of his patron...
Jehance gestures.
Blue-green energy surrounds Jehance, dancing off his body without harm.
Jehance traces a simple symbol as he reverently calls upon the power of his patron...
Jehance gestures.
Jehance acquires a look of determination and appears more clearly focused.
Suddenly, Sphider appears in the area holding onto a ring he has just placed on his finger.
Jehance traces a simple symbol as he reverently calls upon the power of his patron...
Jehance gestures.
Jehance's skin takes on a more crimson hue.
The fluffy manul meows.
Dezter begins to look a little better.
You notice Sphider moving stealthily east.
Nalver just arrived.
Aliashyrah asks, speaking to Dezter, "And he did not approve of that suggestion?"
You notice Sphider moving stealthily into the area.
Grutak says, speaking to Nalver, "We've tried. They just say they are doing business with the Vaalorians."
You quietly say, "If I knew the direct root I'd be right there with you DEz."
Sphider asks, "Any healers?"
Feagol just opened a thick sable pouch.
Kainnis comes out of hiding.
Kainnis just went east.
Dezter says, speaking to Aliashyrah, "He didn't approve of me doin it, no."
Dezter begins to look a little better.
Nalver asks, speaking to Grutak, "Who said that?"
Dezter chuckles.
Woulfgar gives Lilanna a friendly hug.
Feagol gazes at his reflection in the blood marble mirror.
Sorlu looks thoughtfully at Dezter.
Aliashyrah asks, speaking to Dezter, "Did he instead offer to send someone else?"
Sorlu says, speaking to Dezter, "How convenient."
The white owl circles lazily above.
Burrhus just arrived.
Aphaedra says, speaking to Dezter, "You are becoming very popular here, brother."
Aliashyrah says, speaking to Dezter, "No doubt someone close to him."
The white owl circles lazily above.
Sorlu says, speaking to Aliashyrah, "We know the answer to this."
Sorlu smirks.
Dezter focuses on Sphider with intense concentration.
Sphider's head wound gradually fades, forming on Dezter's head instead.
You hear very soft footsteps.
Dezter begins to look better as the bruises around his head fade.
An incandescent veil fades from Jehance.
Sphider's left arm wound gradually fades, forming on Dezter's left arm instead.
Sphider appears entirely restored.
Sphider just handed Dezter some coins.
Burrhus waves at the translucent Burrhus disk in a dismissing gesture.
The translucent Burrhus disk disintegrates.
Nalver checks his equipment, adjusting and rearranging his gear.
Burrhus just left.
Sphider says, "Thanks Dezter."
Kainnis just arrived.
Kainnis just went east.
Tavnos gestures while calling upon the lesser spirits for aid...
Tavnos gestures.
Tavnos suddenly looks a lot more powerful.
Tavnos is surrounded by a white light.
Dezter says, "Like I said. He's the king."
Tavnos gestures while calling upon the lesser spirits for aid...
Tavnos gestures.
Tavnos suddenly looks a lot more powerful.
Tavnos is surrounded by a white light.
Dezter begins to look a little better.
Dezter whispers to himself, his cerulean eyes enshrouded by a vibrant sanguine haze. Rivulets of bright red rise through his skin, thickly coating his arms and hands, disappearing as it makes contact with the ground...
Dezter concentrates.
Dezter's abdomen looks better.
Tavnos gestures while calling upon the lesser spirits for aid...
Tavnos gestures.
Tavnos suddenly looks a lot more powerful.
Tavnos is surrounded by a white light.
Nalver says, "Let me see."
Katarax put a razor-edged silvery vultite shortsword in his forest green harness.
Katarax takes a midnight blue veniom-threaded backpack off his back.
Tavnos gestures while calling upon the lesser spirits for aid...
Tavnos gestures.
A dull golden nimbus surrounds Tavnos.
Dezter whispers to himself, his cerulean eyes enshrouded by a vibrant sanguine haze. Rivulets of bright red rise through his skin, thickly coating his arms and hands, disappearing as it makes contact with the ground...
Dezter concentrates.
Dezter's neck looks better.
Katarax carefully examines his veniom-threaded backpack.
Tavnos gestures while calling upon the lesser spirits for aid...
Tavnos gestures.
A dull golden nimbus surrounds Tavnos.
Jehance summons a torrent of spiritual mana and releases upon himself a flurry of abjurations.
Grutak says, speaking to Nalver, "Do you not listen to the merchants? The ones the have come into town after having been rejected tim and time again by the people of Briarmoon Cove? I know your dense but really."
Katarax puts a midnight blue veniom-threaded backpack on his back.
Tavnos gestures while calling upon the lesser spirits for aid...
Tavnos gestures.
A dull golden nimbus surrounds Tavnos.
Sphider removes an uncut diamond from in his dark spidersilk pack.
Dezter begins to look better as the cuts on his abdomen close and the bruises fade.
Katarax removes a razor-edged silvery vultite shortsword from in his forest green harness.
Sphider put an uncut diamond in his buckskin sack.
You notice Kainnis try to tiptoe silently by you.
You notice a snowy-eared sable wolfhound glancing off in another direction for a moment.
Sphider just closed a jet black buckskin sack.
Eladarmi takes a bite of his thin bacon slices.
The white owl circles lazily above.
Katarax nods at Tavnos.
Katarax just left.
You notice Sphider moving stealthily east.
You hear very soft footsteps.
You hear very soft footsteps.
Sorlu asks, speaking to Aliashyrah, "Why would Ta'Vaalor want its people to know the truth, when they can instead force them to believe a lie?"
The cuts on Dezter's left arm close and the bruises fade.
Grutak asks, speaking to Jaydo, "Ya don't happen to fish do ya?"
Jaydo grunts.
Nalver says, speaking to Grutak, "I was talking about an airship dock in the south and you start talking about people trading with Briarmoon cove."
The white owl circles lazily above.
Nalver nods at Grutak.
Sorlu says, speaking to Aliashyrah, "It is of no surprise to me that Retassal wishes to further keep the truth buried, so that his lie might thrive."
Nalver says, "I'll be in the rift."
An incandescent veil fades from Jehance.
Nalver removes a dull gold coin from in his white knapsack.
Nalver rubs a dull gold coin in his hand.
A brilliant, rapidly shifting aura swirls around Nalver.
Nalver put a dull gold coin in his white knapsack.
As Nalver draws a knobby ko'nag staff capped with a glistening ebony requiem starstone, invisible currents of energy rumble about its surface, cloaking it in a hazy blur.
Nalver just went north.
Jaydo says, speaking deeply to Grutak, "I have only recently picked up the hobby in my home in Solhaven."
Aliashyrah says, speaking to Sorlu, "Control the information and you control everything."
Sorlu looks thoughtfully at Dezter.
Grutak nods at Jaydo.
Feagol gazes at his reflection in the blood marble mirror.
Grutak says, "Great fishing there."
Jaydo says, speaking deeply to Grutak, "I grew up in a cave, mind you."
Jaydo chuckles.
Jaydo grunts.
Sorlu asks, speaking to Dezter, "You do find his actions suspicious, considering the situation, do you not?"
The mirror images surrounding Lilanna undulate and grow stronger.
Lilanna renews her songs.
Jaydo says, speaking deeply to Grutak, "I shall have to return with my pole."
Grutak says, speaking to Jaydo, "You do sound dwarvish."
Sorlu nods at Aliashyrah.
Grutak grins.
Feagol carefully inspects his rolaren coat-of-plates.
Dezter slowly empties his lungs.
Dezter ponders.
Sparks take flight from the roaring bonfire as a log settles deeper into the flames, their brilliance drawing your gaze.
You hear very soft footsteps.
Dezter says, speaking to Sorlu, "It wasn't the answer I wanted. But after thinkin about it...."
Sphider removes a black crystal from in his dark spidersilk pack.
Dezter sighs.
Sorlu cocks his head at Dezter.
Grutak says, "I have spent alot of time traveling the world. Before settling in Icemule I was a Caravan Guard for a long time and then served in the Tamzuryyian Empires Navy."
Suddenly, the air around you is drawn toward your plumille houppelande.
Sphider just opened a jet black buckskin sack.
Sphider put a black crystal in his buckskin sack.
Aphaedra nods.
Sphider just closed a jet black buckskin sack.
Grutak says, "I can assure you, there is no freer place than the North."
Yakushi just arrived.
Aliashyrah says, speaking to Sorlu, "Asking a Vaalorian to speak against the king, even one so amiable as Lord Dezter, is asking much. However, perhaps we can allow what he has not said to answer just as loudly."
Yakushi just went north.
Dezter says, "I ain't no expert in politics. I'm just some kid from Bourth, tryin to help my friends."
Castellan Althaz just arrived.
Althaz unsheathes a sharp crudely-made spike from one of the narrow scabbards along the side of his stygian leather case.
Sorlu nods at Aliashyrah.
Sorlu smiles at Dezter.
Aphaedra smiles at Dezter.
Castellan Althaz just went west.
Aphaedra nods at Dezter.
Eladarmi removes a snifter of dark copper whiskey from in his canvas backpack.
Dezter whispers to himself, his cerulean eyes enshrouded by a vibrant sanguine haze. Rivulets of bright red rise through his skin, thickly coating his arms and hands, disappearing as it makes contact with the ground...
Dezter concentrates.
Dezter's abdomen looks better.
Eladarmi offers Lilanna a snifter of dark copper whiskey.
Aphaedra says, "We maybe be nobles, but we are minor ones at best."
Aphaedra says, "And neither of us were raised in noble homes."
Conquerer of Reim Loralaii just arrived.
Dezter says, "Our Dad...well...."
Dezter glances at Aphaedra.
Dezter nods.
Loralaii slips a helical illthorn runestaff capped with a tiny grinning crystal jack-o-lantern into one of the weapon loops sewn inside of her navy blue coat.
Aphaedra grins at Dezter.
Dezter says, "We're learnin."
Loralaii mumbles something to herself.
Loralaii concentrates.
Loralaii's right leg looks better.
Dezter grins.
Aphaedra says, "Our father... got around."
Loralaii begins to look a little better.
Loralaii mumbles something to herself.
Loralaii concentrates.
Loralaii's right leg looks better.
Dezter whispers to himself, his cerulean eyes enshrouded by a vibrant sanguine haze. Rivulets of bright red rise through his skin, thickly coating his arms and hands, disappearing as it makes contact with the ground...
Dezter concentrates.
Dezter's left arm looks better.
Loralaii mumbles something to herself.
Loralaii concentrates.
Loralaii's right leg looks better.
Woulfgar waves to Loralaii.
Sorlu loses some awareness.
Loralaii waves to Woulfgar.
Grutak says, "Before I forget."
Aliashyrah says, speaking understandingly to Aphaedra, "I am not unfamiliar with the court and political customs in the east."
Loralaii mumbles something to herself.
Loralaii concentrates.
Loralaii's right leg looks better.
Aphaedra nods at Aliashyrah.
Grutak asks, speaking to Aphaedra, "How will the stores be arriving?"
Loralaii mumbles something to herself.
Loralaii concentrates.
Loralaii's left leg looks better.
Aphaedra says, "I feel I am playing catchup."
A snowy-eared sable wolfhound becomes solid again.
Sorlu says, speaking politely to Dezter, "Indeed. I understand. And I apologize for asking you such a straight to the point question. I know well the consequences you might meet with should you speak against the Nations in a public fashion. Especially Qalinor, or Retassal."
Eladarmi smiles at Loralaii.
Jaydo rubs Aphaedra tenderly.
Aphaedra says, speaking to Grutak, "I sail them on my ship."
Grutak smiles.
Loralaii nods to Eladarmi in greeting.
Aphaedra gazes fondly at Jaydo.
Eladarmi heavily pounds both his fists against his chest and bows his head slightly.
Aphaedra says, speaking to Grutak, "My husband and I are familiar with the seas."
The dully illuminated mantle protecting Loralaii begins to falter, then completely fades away.
Dezter says, speaking to Sorlu, "Make no mistake, sir...my loyalty lies with the Fortress."
Sorlu begins to breathe less deeply.
The dully illuminated mantle protecting Sorlu begins to falter, then completely fades away.
The dim aura fades from around Sorlu.
The powerful look leaves Sorlu.
Grutak says, speaking to Aphaedra, "I'd like to introduce you to our Harbor Master."
Sorlu nods at Dezter.
Aphaedra agrees with Dezter.
Sorlu says, "Of cours."
The white owl circles lazily above.
Aliashyrah says, speaking to Grutak, "Tonight they bring the second delivery of food for those in town who need it."
Aphaedra smiles at Grutak.
Sorlu agrees with Aliashyrah.
Loralaii rummages around in her pockets.
Brulgamin just left.
Aphaedra says, speaking to Grutak, "That would be kind of you."
Conquerer of Reim Loralaii just went east.
Grutak says, "Unfortunately, I think she's unavailable."
Sorlu chuckles.
Sphider makes a nearly imperceptible motion while whispering a soft phrase...
Sphider gestures.
Only faintly visible, frosty white filaments spiral inward from the local surroundings toward Sphider and weave a web of protection about him.
Aphaedra nods at Grutak.
Dezter smiles at Sorlu.
Grutak says, "Her name is Lieutenant Lilana."
Aphaedra says, speaking to Grutak, "Another time, then. We will be making regular deliveries."
Dezter says, speaking to Sorlu, "I believe that you're good, Sorlu."
The scent of freshly cut maoral mingles pleasantly with the sharper tang of woodsmoke around the roaring bonfire.
Nalver just arrived.
Grutak says, "She is in charge of the Regulators flotila."
Dezter grins slowly.
Eladarmi's jaw drops.
Nalver ponders.
Roskious just arrived.
Roskious flags down a nearby urchin and exchanges a few words.
The urchin nods to Roskious and takes off, with Roskious in tow.
Grutak says, speaking to Dezter, "Don't get to far with that."
Grutak grins at Dezter.
Sorlu smiles at Dezter.
Malvadere's group just arrived.
Sphider makes a nearly imperceptible motion while whispering a soft phrase...
The mirror images surrounding Lilanna undulate and grow stronger.
Lilanna renews her songs.
Malvadere put a human skin-bound buckler in his spidersilk pack.
Malvadere removes a small veniom-bound armoire from in his spidersilk pack.
Malvadere opens his veniom-bound armoire, then suddenly several articles of clothing fly off of him and into the armoire.
Malvadere just closed a small veniom-bound armoire.
Malvadere put a small veniom-bound armoire in his spidersilk pack.
Malvadere removes a sturdy hoarbeam long bow from in his spidersilk pack.
Sorlu says, speaking to Dezter, "That...well, thank you."
Dezter says, speaking to Sorlu, "I wasn't too sure at first, but....you got a good energy to y."
Malvadere removes a birch-handled vultite morning star from in his spidersilk pack.
Katarax just arrived.
Pholes just arrived.
Grutak glances around the area.
Malvadere put a sturdy hoarbeam long bow in his spidersilk pack.
Malvadere put a birch-handled vultite morning star in his spidersilk pack.
Nalver put a knobby ko'nag staff capped with a glistening ebony requiem starstone in his sandy brown harness.
Nalver suddenly appears less powerful.
Grutak glances at Lilanna.
Malvadere's group just went east.
Sorlu bows to Dezter.
Grutak says, "Lil..."
Aliashyrah says, speaking to Dezter, "His history with Icemule speaks volumes."
Nalver just went south.
Grutak says, "This is Lady Aphaedra."
Nlis just arrived.
Nlis just went east.
Malvadere's group just arrived.
Aphaedra curtsies to Lilanna.
Dezter grins.
Musix put a bone-handled eahnor dagger in his polar bear fur cloak.
Conquerer of Reim Loralaii just arrived.
Sorlu says, speaking to Dezter, "You are quite kind in your appraisement. I thank you."
Conquerer of Reim Loralaii just went east.
Nalver just arrived.
Grutak says, "She will be shipping supplies to Icemule."
Dezter nods once at Aliashyrah.
Aliashyrah says, speaking to Dezter, "There are very few who can claim to have served Icemule as faithful and with as much sacrifice as Councillor Sorlu."
Conquerer of Reim Loralaii just arrived.
Loralaii mumbles something to herself.
Nalver just went west.
The dully illuminated mantle protecting Eladarmi begins to falter, then completely fades away.
Loralaii mumbles something to herself.
Sorlu smiles at Aliashyrah.
Loralaii gestures into the air.
Loralaii momentarily gets a faroff look in her eyes, and then returns to normal.
Aphaedra says, speaking to Grutak, "Aphaedra, please. I am a lady in name only."
Aphaedra grins.
Malvadere's group just went east.
Loralaii's eyes glaze over and she turns pale. In the space between moments, her body grows more and more translucent until you realize she is no longer there!
Grutak says, "I felt you would be better suited to assisting her in that."
Sorlu says, speaking humbly to Aliashyrah, "I have only shown that a few times over."
Great Lord Tavnos just went west.
You hear very soft footsteps.
Dezter says, speaking to Sorlu, "Some people feel all cold and slimy, you get near em."
Eladarmi appears less confident and fearless.
Dezter nods once at Sorlu.
Sorlu nods at Dezter.
Aliashyrah gazes with interest at Dezter.
Nalver just arrived.
Grutak says, speaking to Aphaedra, "I would disagree, you may not have a patence but you do have qualities."
Dezter says, "Gives me the woogies."
Nalver rummages around in his pockets.
Sorlu says, speaking to Dezter, "Yes, indeed. I find myself at odds with those sorts often."
Dezter shivers.
Pholes just left.
Nalver just went east.
Aphaedra smiles at Grutak.
Aphaedra curtsies to Grutak.
Nlis just arrived.
Eladarmi takes a bite of his thin bacon slices.
Grutak just nudged Lilanna.
Aliashyrah says, speaking to Dezter, "I suppose that an empath would have a unique viewpoint on people, especially if given the chance to heal them."
Eladarmi takes a drink from his dark copper whiskey.
Grutak says, "Wake up."
Aphaedra says, speaking to Grutak, "She may be resting."
Aphaedra grins.
Nlis just went south.
A holy aura radiates from your plumille houppelande.
Dezter says, speaking to Aliashyrah, "Especially is right."
Grutak says, speaking to Aphaedra, "Sleeping on the job."
Dezter wiggles his eyebrows at Aliashyrah.
Castellan Althaz just arrived.
Dezter says, speaking to Aliashyrah, "We feel everything."
Althaz asks, "Anyone healing?"
Aliashyrah asks, speaking to Dezter, "It is my understanding that there is a mental link, however superficial, that happens during the healing process?"
Althaz wipes off the blade and sheathes a sharp crudely-made spike into one of the narrow scabbards along the side of his stygian leather case.
Loralaii slowly fades into view with a gasp of breath and a slightly disoriented look.
Motes of white light flow in and resolve into Drigler.
Althaz slings an etched spiked ora buckler over his shoulder.
Drigler flags down a nearby urchin and exchanges a few words.
The urchin nods to Drigler and takes off, with Drigler in tow.
Dezter nods at Althaz.
Althaz says, "Well look a healer."
Althaz chuckles.
Aphaedra exclaims, speaking to Althaz, "How interesting to see you here, when I am used to seeing you in the bog!"
Althaz praises Dezter.
Musix just arrived.
Dezter giggles.
Dezter says, "For instance..."
Malvadere just arrived.
Lilanna blinks.
Dezter touches Althaz.
Aphaedra smiles at Althaz.
Dezter closes his eyes for a moment.
Woulfgar smirks at Lilanna.
Lilanna's eyes scan the heavens.
Althaz grins at Aphaedra.
Dezter focuses on Althaz with intense concentration.
Althaz's right arm wound gradually fades, forming on Dezter's right arm instead.
Grutak grins.
Malvadere says, speaking softly to Loralaii, "Oh wow."
Lilanna gives Woulfgar a friendly hug.
Althaz's right leg wound gradually fades, forming on Dezter's right leg instead.
Althaz's left leg wound gradually fades, forming on Dezter's left leg instead.
Althaz appears entirely restored.
Loralaii says, speaking darkly to Malvadere, "Hi."
Ghengkin just arrived.
Ghengkin folds his hands and deeply intones a sonorous mantra...
Ghengkin gestures.
Ghengkin's skin seems to briefly glow with a dull light that causes his complexion to take on a rippled quality.
Grutak says, "This is Aphaedra."
Woulfgar points at Grutak.
Ghengkin folds his hands and deeply intones a sonorous mantra...
Ghengkin gestures.
Eyes widening momentarily, Ghengkin gazes into the distance before adopting a thoughtful expression.
Aphaedra curtsies to Lilanna.
Dezter begins to look better as the cuts on his right arm close and the bruises fade.
Malvadere asks, speaking softly to Loralaii, "You conquered Reim!?"
Ghengkin folds his hands and deeply intones a sonorous mantra...
Ghengkin gestures.
A series of black lines spirals outward from the center of Ghengkin's forehead, but quickly fade away.
Dezter wavers with sudden fatigue.
Ghengkin folds his hands and deeply intones a sonorous mantra...
Ghengkin gestures.
Ghengkin's hands grow hard and scaly.
Grutak glances at Lilanna.
Ghengkin folds his hands and deeply intones a sonorous mantra...
Ghengkin gestures.
The bones surrounding Ghengkin's forearms shift and fortify.
Dezter mutters, speaking to Aliashyrah, "Hurts like the dickens..."
Loralaii says, speaking darkly to Malvadere, "I duno lol i thought it was funny and thought of you so there you go."
Lilanna bows to Aphaedra.
Ghengkin folds his hands and deeply intones a sonorous mantra...
Ghengkin gestures.
A momentary eruption of starlit darkness emanates from Ghengkin's hand and engulfs him. Amidst the resulting twilight of inverted hues, double images of Ghengkin shiver slowly together into solidity.
Dezter chuckles.
Dezter nods at Althaz.
Eladarmi offers Lilanna a trio of thin bacon slices.
Althaz says, speaking to Aphaedra, "That is better than most."
With a menacing look, Malvadere pulls his hand back as if to give the gauze-bound Malvadere disk streaked with crimson bloodstains a firm slap. He then blinks and lowers his hand with an embarrassed look on his face.
Lilanna bows to Jaydo.
Loralaii stares off into space.
Lilanna declines Eladarmi's offer.
Aliashyrah nods sympathetically at Dezter.
You remove Sorlu from the group.
The cuts on Dezter's left leg close and the bruises fade.
The ineffable aura of allure fades from Ghengkin.
Althaz grins at Aphaedra.
Eladarmi takes a bite of his thin bacon slices.
Ghengkin folds his hands and deeply intones a sonorous mantra...
Ghengkin gestures.
Ghengkin's eyes glaze over as he focuses on something unseen.
Ghengkin removes a small veniom-bound armoire from in his white knapsack.
Aphaedra grins at Althaz.
Ghengkin opens his veniom-bound armoire, then suddenly several articles of clothing fly out of the armoire and onto him.
Ghengkin put a small veniom-bound armoire in his white knapsack.
Ghengkin put a scorched cracked coffer with a broken and rusted chain attached to one side in his mesh hooded cloak.
Althaz rummages around in his pockets.
Ghengkin just went east.
Aphaedra says, speaking to Althaz, "I am observant."
Lilanna says, speaking to Grutak, "We nae formally met, but i saw them at the dinner."
Grutak says, speaking to Lilanna, "Aphaedra will be shipping food and stores to Icemule."
Woulfgar leans on Lilanna, giving her a companionable grin.
Althaz just handed Dezter some coins.
Dezter says, speaking to Aliashyrah, "But then the warmth afterwards...worth it."
The bonfire burns steadily, serene and inviting, yet ultimately destructive.
Lilanna nods understandingly.
Dezter grins.
Eladarmi loses the flickering crystal blue energy surrounding him.
Dezter bows to Althaz.
Malvadere just went east.
Grutak says, speaking to Lilanna, "I told her you were our Harbor Master."
Malvadere just arrived.
You whisper, "Would you three like to stay here and continue to discuss stuff with folks we don't want to take much more of your time." to your group.
The cuts on Dezter's right leg close and the bruises fade.
Malvadere leans softly against Althaz.
Eladarmi appears to be less clearly focused.
Althaz bows to Dezter.
Lilanna nods at Grutak.
Jehance removes a piece of silver embossed paper from in his tan leather backpack.
Dezter says, speaking to Aliashyrah, "You can't imagine what good intentions feels like, washin over an empath."
Grutak says, "So I expect you to help her out and then inform Lady Opalina when shipments arrive."
Lilanna says, speaking to Aphaedra, "Pleas let us know any way we can assist."
Jehance put a piece of silver embossed paper in his tan leather backpack.
You hear very soft footsteps.
Jehance just went east.
Aphaedra says, speaking to Lilanna, "I appreciate that."
Aliashyrah says, speaking to Dezter, "I guide spirits for a living. While not painful in the way an empath's work is, there is a certain degree of insight that is gained when touching a spirit so intimately."
Lilanna turns toward Grutak and renders a sharp hand salute.
Grutak asks, speaking to you, "You okay with this?"
Eladarmi takes a bite of his thin bacon slices.
The mirror images surrounding Lilanna undulate and grow stronger.
Lilanna renews her songs.
Jehance just arrived.
Jehance removes some wolifrew lichen from in his tan leather backpack.
Malvadere nods at Althaz.
Jehance casually tosses some wolifrew lichen into a blued steel wastebin.
Grutak says, "You need to cut them MUCh thicker."
Dezter says, speaking to Aliashyrah, "I talk to the spirits a little, but....I don't think they like me much."
Dezter giggles.
The white owl circles lazily above.
You say, speaking quietly to Grutak, "I have no idea what you are refering too."
Grutak says, "You need to cut them MUCh thicker."
Jehance removes a well-made steel-shafted golvern lance from in his rabbit pelt harness.
Aliashyrah begins chuckling at Dezter!
Loralaii joins Malvadere's group.
Malvadere removes a sturdy hoarbeam long bow from in his spidersilk pack.
Sorlu grins.
Dezter says, speaking to Aliashyrah, "Maybe we can compare notes sometime."
Lilanna starts chuckling at you!
Grutak says, speaking to you, "Very well, I'll direct them to someone who's paying attention."
Aliashyrah warns, speaking lightly to Dezter, "Careful doing that. The spirits, once separated too long from a mortal body are very unpredictable."
Loralaii traces her brooch with her fingertips.
Loralaii traces her brooch with her fingertips.
Woulfgar laughs at himself!
Jehance just went south.
Sorlu glances between Grutak and yourself.
Grutak says, "See to it that Lady Aliashyrah is informed of the shipment arrivals."
Dezter flashes Aliashyrah a toothy grin.
Loralaii nods at Malvadere.
Grutak glances at Lilanna.
The fluffy manul sits down, his tail curling to cover his front paws.
Malvadere's group just went east.
Lilanna nods at Grutak.
Dezter exclaims, speaking to Aliashyrah, "I like livin dangerously!"
Eladarmi stands up.
Musix just went north.
Grutak asks, speaking to Aliashyrah, "I presume you will know what to do with'em?"
Jaydo grunts.
Opalina and Group Makes a hasty Exit from Grutak’s attempt to control goodwill shipments
>s [Icemule Trace, South Road - 2302] (u4042229) A silvery sheen from something up north catches your eye over the heads of the crowds. No matter the time of day or night, this stretch of road always seems busy. A young halfling girl, dressed in the livery of the Silvermule Gaming Hall, rushes past you to deliver a message. You also see a twisted stone doorframe. Obvious paths: north, south, west Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo and Dezter followed.
Aphaedra chuckles.
Aphaedra says, "I did not expect for Grutak to like me."
Jaydo whispers aloud, speaking deeply to Aphaedra, "Perhaps we should be thinking about heading for the ship..."
Aphaedra says, "That could be useful."
Ralkaan just arrived.
Ralkaan just went south.
Aphaedra nods at Jaydo.
Jaydo chuckles.
Jaydo deeply says, "I am not surprisded."
>s [Icemule Trace, South Road - 2409] (u4042228) A narrow house juts into the street, as though pushed off its foundation by the expanding gaming hall to the southwest. You step carefully along the cobblestones and try not to glance into the open window at street level. You also see a little snow bird and a colorful canvas pavilion. Obvious paths: north, south Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo and Dezter followed.
Dezter says, "Me neither."
>s [Icemule Trace, South Road - 2410] (u4042227) The hoarse voices from the west are hard to understand. Either they are happy cries or anguished moans, or perhaps both. A group of enterprising youths approach you and ask for silvers, but continue along the road without pausing for your response. You also see a stone cottage. Obvious paths: north, east, south, west Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo and Dezter followed. >s [Icemule Trace, South Road - 2411] (u4042226) Various halfling vendors hawking their wares block your way for a moment. You notice a number of giantmen and dwarves heading north, coins jingling in their pockets. A twisted, wrought iron street lamp at the corner keeps an inebriated halfling from meeting the pavement. You also see a huge wooden crate and a path leading to a white modwir gate. Obvious paths: north, south Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo and Dezter followed.
Dezter snickers.
>go path [White Haven, Outside Facade - 3409] (u213001) A crystalline tower streaked with gold rises above an outer wall of white stone, radiating warmth and light against the chill surroundings. A finely detailed ice sculpture stands guard at each side of a white modwir gate bearing the words "White Haven" in gold leaf. You also see a path leading back out to the street and a glaes plaque. Obvious paths: none Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo and Dezter followed. >go gate [White Haven, Grand Courtyard - 3410] (u213002) A vast and peaceful courtyard surrounds the crystal tower, bordered by a stone wall. Delicate vines coated with a fine layer of ice cling to the wall, creating a frozen mosaic. Almost hidden by the vines, a staircase spirals upwards against the central tower, while a massive white modwir-framed entryway stands as the obvious entrance. An ice-covered pond dominates one corner of the courtyard. You also see a heavy slate blackboard, a mound of snow, the doorman, a white granite monument and a dark arch with a large sign above it. Also here: Nlis who is kneeling Obvious paths: out
Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo and Dezter followed.
Aphaedra glances at Dezter.
Aphaedra glances at Jaydo.
>go pond [White Haven, Ice Pond - 15698] (u213100) Sparkling off the drifts of snow, starlight refracts against the crystal tower standing tall in the nearby courtyard. A fine layer of ice traps delicate vines in their slow crawl up the bordering stone wall, creating a latticework of frozen patterns. Along the eastern edge of the stone wall, some crystalline ice sculptures can be spied amidst the foliage. Jutting out into an ice-covered pond is a wooden dock, a sign tied to one post reading "Swim at Your Own Risk!". You also see a rhimar-bound telescope, an icy blue steel fishing chest, a small fire and a glass door. Obvious paths: east, out Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo and Dezter followed. Aphaedra shakes her head. >go door [White Haven, Ballroom - 23210] (u213016) Shimmering, frost-covered glass walls enclose this soaring atrium. Thick woven tapestries adorn the walls, each depicting a frigid wintery scene. Small tables, each covered with snowflake-patterned lace and set with a gently flickering crystalline candle, are set around the edges of the room. A large chandelier, draped with lengths of gauzy silk, hangs from the center of the ceiling. A large stone fireplace surmounts one wall, with a thick polar bear throw lying on the floor in front of it. Nearby, a glass door leads out into the garden. You also see a long hallway and a basket of sticks. Obvious exits: none Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo and Dezter followed. >go hall [White Haven, Foyer - 23209] (u213004) The crystalline white walls shed their light upon a dark marble floor, both hues echoed in the marbled arch that separates the foyer from the main tower. Grand arches stretch across the foyer, one bearing a chiseled inscription. Next to a long hallway that leads towards the ballroom, a doorless closet holds snow-soaked outer garments and muddy footwear. A number of lounges provide seating to enjoy the ambiance. You also see a clumsy polar bear cub and a carved ivory table with some stuff on it. Obvious exits: out Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo and Dezter followed. >go arch [White Haven, Founders Hall - 23211] (u213005) A highly polished marble floor dances with reflected light from the shimmering crystal chandelier overhead. Next to a large open fireplace sits a white basket filled with wood and kindling. Nearby, several plush chairs and a carved huntboard add comfort and warmth to the huge room. Covering the north wall is an elegant mural of White Haven's founders. A sweeping staircase of carved white modwir gently curves as it ascends to the tower's upper floors. You also see an ornate stained-glass chapel door, a white marble archway draped with gold embroidered curtains, a delicate gold-framed door of fogged glass and a mahogany door. Obvious exits: east, out Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo and Dezter followed. A holy aura radiates from your plumille houppelande. >go m door [White Haven, Meeting Room - 25993] (u213012) The daunting austerity of this large chamber seems to demand quiet and civility. A large, golden-edged kite shield bearing the House coat-of-arms is fixed to the wall immediately behind a large silver-grey full moon table surrounded by some high-backed polished leather chairs. Two rows of long oak benches line the walls. A polished gold chandelier hangs from the center of the vaulted ceiling which arcs high overhead in a circular dome supported by curved white-washed beams. You also see a mahogany door and a white monir podium. Obvious exits: none Falvicar, Aphaedra, Jaydo and Dezter followed.
Dezter says, "Really beautiful place."
Dezter nods slowly.
Falvicar yawns loudly and raises his arms above his head in a luxurious stretch.
Aphaedra agrees with Dezter.
Falvicar removes a spiral-carved modwir walking stick with a filigree handle from in his night-hued silk cape.
You close a mahogany door.
Leaning heavily on his modwir walking stick, Falvicar takes a moment to rest.
You quietly say, "I really don't feel comfortable with doing business with Grutak."
Falvicar nods in agreement to you.
You quietly say, "He' is in charge of the Military around here."
Falvicar says, "Perception makes it look bad."
Dezter nods at Aphaedra.
You quietly say, "And we are trying to avoid military involvement."
Dezter says, speaking to Aphaedra, "I didn't wanna make a big deal out of it. But I know you...had met him before...."
Aphaedra nods.
Aphaedra says, "I did not want to give him cause to be upset that he was not included."
You quietly say, "And him trying to take over our shipments is just not gonna happen."
You quietly say, "Any more than Uni."
Aphaedra says, "Now that he was offered and declined, we can continue."
Dezter nods.
Aphaedra nods.
Falvicar nods.
Dezter says, "Agreed on both counts."
Aphaedra says, "I am trying to learn some diplomacy."
Falvicar says, "We're all on same page."
You quietly say, "Your are Wonderful Aphaedra."
Aphaedra's cheeks flush with a soft shade of apricot.
Falvicar says, "Though I woulda been more concerned or worried if he did agree."
You quietly say, "And I wasn't going to say anything in front of him."
Falvicar says, "But he didn't."
Aphaedra says, "Wait until I cause an international incident with my wiggle."
You quietly say, "He is not to be trusted."
Jaydo chuckles.
You sigh.
Falvicar says, "I don't think anybody would disagree with you on that, Darling."
Falvicar smiles at you.
Aphaedra says, "Not at all."
You wrap Falvicar in a tender embrace.
Falvicar wraps you in a tender embrace.
Dezter says, "I don't trust any of em."
Dezter chuckles.
You open a mahogany door.
Dezter says, "Just you two, for now. Nothin personal."
Falvicar nods.