North by Northwest (storyline)/2022-11-18 - Assessments (log)

Eoantos 18-19, 5122

by Leafiara Autumnwind of the [[::The_TownCrier|TownCrier]]

Synopsis

Magister Enisius reveals that he'll be seeking help from magic users in studying Melgorehn's Reach and Darkstone Castle, offering an application process with tests and knowledge assessments so he can create teams. There will be a measure of transparency.

Highlights

Gutstorm drunkenly slurs, "Geijon, dish kinna magical appitood ish beyon da mere brain powder of yoo fiters, leave it to ush who kin comman da power of da underversh wit da wear flick of our pinniesh."

Log

Awaiting Enisius

[Frith's Inn, Front Desk]

The front room of this unassuming inn imparts a sense of warmth and comfort. Serving wenches carrying trays of food and drink to rooms throughout the hostelry cast a welcoming glance at you as they pass. Laughter and the sound of good fellowship reach your ears from the direction of some swinging doors. At the mahogany front desk, the friendly proprietor stands ready to attend to your needs. You also see an engraved sign and a winding stairway.

The sound of the wind whistling comes from outside.

A thick flurry of snowflakes drifts down from the grey skies.

[Town Square Central]

This is the heart of the main square of Wehnimer's Landing. The impromptu shops of the bazaar are clustered around this central gathering place, where townsfolk, travellers, and adventurers meet to talk, conspire or raise expeditions to the far-flung reaches of Elanith. At the north end, an old well, with moss-covered stones and a craggy roof, is shaded from the moonlight by a strong, robust tree. The oak is tall and straight, and it is apparent that the roots run deep. You also see the skull-shaped Irval disk, the Maleagant disk, an inlaid leather grimoire soaring around with its gilt-swept ethereal violet pinions, the Emoris disk, the Ikometsu disk, a seed-eyed dusky-grained zebrawood mandrake wearing some reddish bark armor, the repousse copper Perigourd disk raised in leafy designs, the web-draped Missoni disk, a lazy wild blood red dog, the Ardimas disk, a reinforced shield, a sugar-dusted strawberry, a handful of heavy stones, a handful of heavy stones, the Wraithboern disk, the Jusstina disk, a large acorn, the Noctiss disk, a large acorn, a waxy banana leaf, a piece of iron, a pale-faced coppery barn owl, a large acorn, a large acorn, an acorn and lemongrass biscuit, an acorn and lemongrass biscuit, some manna bread, a petal-wrapped oatcake, the Azclepi disk, a sleek black-mantled hawk, a large acorn, a silver-traced carved mahogany cart with some stuff on it, a round silver-banded barrel, an herbal remedy donation bin and some wide stone benches with some stuff on it.

Also here: Event Planner Leafiara, Lord Zhaid, Mourdeyan, Tikba, Irval, Maleagant, Asthenea, Ikometsu, Emoris, Missoni, Perigourd, Dame Evia, Lady Ardimas, Sir Geijon, Wraithboern who is sitting, Great Lady Jusstina, Noctiss, Stormyrain, Azclepi who is sitting, Andromalius who is sitting

Mourdeyan quietly says, "An assorted folk like me."

Irval says, "Hmm I wonder what this snowfall brings to our doorstep this time."

Tikba says, "Snow."

Irval says, "I shall consult the stones."

Geijon says, "I could use a good fight tonight."

Irval says, "Hardship and painful events."

[General] Enisius thinks, "Does it snow here every night? It seems so..."

Speaking to Perigourd, Geijon notes, "We were headed to th' Castle."

Irval says, "Thats troubling."

[General] Evia thinks, "As they say, winter is coming, apparently."

Speaking to Geijon, Perigourd says, "I woudln't have minded more shuteye."

Speaking to a pale-faced coppery barn owl, Geijon says, "Suppose I can ask him my questions."

[General] Missoni thinks, "It is getting to be the snowy season."

Azclepi asks, "Is there a pet or familiar store?"

Speaking to Geijon, Perigourd says, "But the chill grows."

[General] Chandrellia thinks, "No only a few months out of the year, but some nights its snows a bitr heavier."

Pukk removes a pale-faced coppery barn owl from in his dark leather cloak.

Pukk holds his paper barn owl between two fingers and gives it an overhanded push launching it into flight. As it zooms swiftly into the air, it bobs and circles in the current as if searching for prey. The owl takes one final, dramatic swoop and returns to his hand.

Pukk put a pale-faced coppery barn owl in his dark leather cloak.

Pukk hoots.

The coppery barn owl hoots at Pukk.

Pukk beams happily at a pale-faced coppery barn owl!

Speaking to a pale-faced coppery barn owl, Pukk says, "I know. It's my most favorite toy."

Geijon says, "I'm sharp tonight, but I understand."

Noctiss says, "There is fish in solhaven I think (pet shop)"

Speaking admiringly to Lylia, Tikba says, "Your gown is lovely."

Lylia says, "Thank you; kind of you to say. It is a bit on the chilly side, however."

Mourdeyan quietly asks, "We formin on annaone yet?"

[General] Geijon thinks, "Temperatures change quick here. One hates to be suspectable to those extremes, but indeed it snows, Magister Enisius."

Speaking to Evia, Lylia says, "You and your bacon smell delightful."

Geijon says, "Bacon is glorious."

Evia says, "Glorious."

You notice Gutstorm try to tiptoe silently by you.

Pukk points at Gutstorm, ruining his hiding place.

Gutstorm glances at Pukk and begins to wail!

Speaking to Gutstorm, Lylia says, "It is not your fault. Some of us simply cannot help but make an entrance."

Gutstorm drunkenly slurs, "How me gonna shlap sign on folk if me not igcognito?"

Pukk asks, "No Cryheart?"

[General] Irval thinks, "This snowfall brings with it hardship and painful events after consulting with stones...thus far they've accurately divined "loosely" all current events for the last few months. I can only hope they are wrong this time."

Speaking to Gutstorm, Geijon says, "Pulled another kick me sign off my back earlier."

Missoni says, "It seems he has turned in."

Pukk recites:

"Everybody join Owly!"

Speaking to Pukk, Evia says, "He had a singing engagement."

Speaking drunkenly to Geijon, Gutstorm slurs, "Better on da back den da hiney?"

Emoris heartily says, "I got five signs now."

Speaking to a pale-faced coppery barn owl, Pukk says, "You are the Cryheart for tonight."

Speaking to Gutstorm, Geijon says, "Fair. I hope you never have a kick me sign on your back."

Emoris heartily says, "Cryheart was here moments ago."

Speaking to a pale-faced coppery barn owl, Pukk says, "Yes, we will have to get you little spurs now."

[General] Enisius thinks, "We are, supposed to talk tonight."

Gutstorm drunkenly slurs, "We left him in da inn?"

[General] Directed to Anyauma, Irval thinks, "As do I Shadowdancer, As do I..."

Leafiara admits, "No idea."

Speaking to Leafiara, Pukk says, "We are joining you."

[General] Gutstorm drunkenly asks, "Talk bout wot now?"

Pukk recites:

"Everybody join Leafiara, our Cryheart for tonight"

[General] Tikba politely asks, "What are we supposed to discuss?"

Leafiara curiously asks, "So, uh... where is he?"

Speaking to Pukk, Geijon says, "I can lead tonight if Cryheart is away."

Tikba says, "He may not realize we do not know."

Gutstorm drunkenly slurs, "We left him at trak inn."

Evia says, "Staring at some trees and such."

[General] Leafiara curiously asks, "And where even are you?"

Speaking to Geijon, Pukk says, "Too late. Leafiara is Cryheart."

[General] Enisius thinks, "Where is your secondary gathering point to discuss important matters? I will not stand outside of your Moot Hall in the snow."

Speaking to Geijon, Pukk says, "You left so you lost your place."

[General] Tikba thinks, "Sometimes we stand inside the Moot Hall."

[General] Leafiara muses, "The trophy room in the Raging Thrak, I suppose."

Chandrellia asks, "Counsilors offices?"

[General] Geijon thinks, "Hearthstone as well."

[General] Evia thinks, "Wherever there are drinks and snacks."

[General] Lylia thinks, "The Raging Thrak's trophy room is a popular place, yes. Warmer, certainly."

[General] Irval thinks, "I hope talking is all that happens as well..."

[General] Enisius asks, "A raging thrak, is that even a threatening thing?"

[General] Chandrellia thinks, "The Trophy Room has afireplace."

[General] Perigourd thinks, "It can be."

[General] Enisius thinks, "I will meet you at this trophy room."

Geijon says, "See you ALL there."

[General] Gutstorm drunkenly thinks, "Jush tell em ye wanna Broadshort."

[General] Aalgrus thinks, "Thraks rage with Manticiores..."

[General] Leafiara wryly thinks, "I'm pretty sure you've heard of the Raging Thrak if you've heard of the Drakes in your research."

Leafiara exclaims, "To the trophy room, then!"

Speaking to Leafiara, Pukk exclaims, "Quick! Let's beat the other team!"

[Raging Thrak, Trophy Room]

Tiny smudges of soot mar the fieldstones used to create the grand fireplace in this cozy room. A collection of plaques hangs above an immense grey marble mantel cluttered with trophy cups and bowls. Fashioned from a single stone slab, the hearth extends to an impressive black bear rug with its maw frozen in a silent roar. Several overstuffed wingback chairs, each covered in deep jewel-tone chintz, are scattered about the room. Against the back wall, a tall glass-front curio houses several ancient mementos and a thrak hide curtain hangs nearby. You also see the web-draped Missoni disk, the repousse copper Perigourd disk raised in leafy designs, the Evia disk, a lazy wild blood red dog, the Geijon disk, the Morvik disk, the Filthybeard disk, the Tservin disk, the Blanks disk, an intricately woven straw wastebasket and a basket of sticks.

Speaking to Evia, Geijon says, "I had to check."

Speaking to Geijon, Pukk says, "We win."

[General] Enisius thinks, "Oh, I have heard of the Inn, I was merely questioning the reference."

[General] Leafiara explains, "It's the name of the inn's owner."

Tikba asks, "Are you here to meet the Magister, Magister?"

Pukk says, "We need Owly here to see through any illusions."

[General] Chandrellia thinks, "Step behind the curtain located within and answer a question wrong, you'll quickly see."

Pukk yells, "Owly come join us!"

Speaking to Tikba, Raelee says, "The lot of you have questions for him. I will listen."

Speaking drunkenly to Tikba, Gutstorm slurs, "Ye not know, Raelee him brudder, kine like me n Dwi."

Someone yells nearby, "I WANT A BROADSWORD!"

Gutstorm drunkenly slurs, "Uh oh."

Irval yells, "What kind!"

Pukk yells, "I say that once a long time ago and you don't let me forget!"

Astrilyn asks, "...what have I accidentally walked into here?"

Missoni muses, "They could have yelled with more vehemence."

Speaking to Astrilyn, Lylia says, "A lively time in the inn, it seems."

Someone yells nearby, with an increased level of vehemence, "I WANT A BROADSWORD!"

Pukk yells, "That's better!"

Missoni approvingly says, "Better."

Missoni says, "That came from the gut."

Mystiq yells, "Me too!"

Geijon says, "Has to be Mithril."

Speaking to Missoni, Lylia says, "Once more, with feeling."

Geijon says, "And blue."

Evia yells, "Exclaim harder, more belly!"

Ulfwine says, "Drake for me."

Mourdeyan yells, "Get n'axe!"

Morvik asks, "Who needed the broadsword?"

Kiyna says, "Broadswords overrated anyhow. Skinny swords do the trick just fine."

Irval yells, "I got yer broadsword!"

Ulfwine says, "A hatchet even."

Speaking to Morvik, Geijon says, "You came ready."

Irval yells, "Better yet ! We got two if ye quit yellin! Come ta da trophy room !"

Gutstorm drunkenly slurs, "Me told Ragin Trak bout da meetin."

Pukk yells, "Selling Irval, 2 silvers!"

Lylia murmurs, "Ah, this old thing."

Enisius' Announcement

Magister Enisius just arrived.

Irval yells, "But you gotta buy dinna!"

Enisius removes the hood of his robes, revealing his features.

Speaking to Jiarine, Lylia says, "I had a speaking engagement in Ta'Vaalor and did not wish to alarm anyone."

Tikba greets, "Magister."

Speaking to Irval, Pukk says, "I thought for sure you would sell quickly at that price."

Speaking cheerfully to Enisius, Missoni says, "Fair eve."

Enisius monotonously says, "Hello."

Irval says, "Dont know a deal when they hear one then."

Mourdeyan quietly says, "Hail."

Speaking to Lylia, Jiarine says, "Nothing wrong with dressing for your location."

Speaking to Enisius, Geijon says, "Hello Magister Enisius, welcome."

Ulfwine says, "Greetings, Magister."

Speaking to Enisius, Irval asks, "Got your cue hand ready?"

Irval grins at Enisius.

Enisius smirks.

Speaking to Leafiara, Pukk says, "Another magister in town. We need to be careful else they will start to multiply."

Enisius says, "It should not be needed tonight."

Irval nods knowingly at Enisius.

Enisius says, "I won't keep anyone long, I know it is late for some of you."

Mourdeyan quietly says, "Wee bit."

Vaemyr says, "Short and to the point meetings, that's a new one for us I think."

Speaking to Enisius, Geijon says, "Glad it's important enough to share at this hour then."

Speaking to Enisius, Kiyna says, "To be sure, it's late for all. Some just care less than others."

Speaking drunkenly to Raelee, Gutstorm slurs, "Yoo him brudder?"

Speaking to Gutstorm, Raelee says, "... no."

Enisius says, "Part of my...assignment here, is not just advising my brother in magical matters, but to study some important landmarks in our new region."

Tikba says, "You have many of those to choose from."

Speaking to Enisius, Kiyna says, "Makes sense."

Enisius says, "Primarily, Melgorehn's Reach and Darkstone Castle."

Mourdeyan quietly says, "Gotta see Booga."

Evia says, "Aaah, not the charred remnants everywhere then."

Enisius says, "They each hold a measure of, interest, and danger, of course."

Pukk confusedly says, "So, Raelee is Enisius' brother. It all makes sense...I think."

Speaking to Enisius, Chandrellia asks, "Is there something special about them that catches your attention above the others?"

Goldstr says, "Da magic mountain an da Folly."

Speaking to Pukk, Raelee says, "... no, no it does not."

Speaking to Enisius, Missoni asks, "Are you studying any particular aspect of them?"

Gutstorm drunkenly slurs, "Pukk, tell me if dit bad?"

Speaking to Gutstorm, Pukk says, "Enisius just call Raelee his brother so...now we know."

Enisius says, "All aspects."

Enisius nods at Missoni.

Missoni nods understandingly at Enisius.

Speaking to Enisius, Vaemyr says, "I honestly can't imagine a magister coming to this area and not being interested in those areas, so this isn't surprising I don't think."

Gutstorm drunkenly slurs, "Dokay gimme back, yoo no dead."

Mourdeyan quietly says, "Easier t'find somethin if we know what we lookin for, or at, easier still t'guide someone to it."

Speaking to Enisius, Kiyna says, "Well, you won't find a lot more knowledgable in either matter than some of our local spellcasters."

Enisius says, "But, I cannot do any of this work alone."

Raelee neutrally says, "... we have been interested for some time."

Lylia says, "Naturally."

Speaking drunkenly to Pukk, Gutstorm slurs, "Me hear dat too."

Enisius says, "Magister Raelee has been conducting research of the Reach for sometime now, but, it's time we had some more eyes and minds involved."

Gutstorm drunkenly slurs, "Yep, dey bruddersh alright."

(Raelee gives Enisius a brief, displeased look.)

Pukk says, "I would ask Grand Magister Owly what he thinks. He is the true scholar of Landing."

Mourdeyan quietly says, "Gads."

Irval asks, "And what are we to suppose to be looking for in these areas specifically? Any direction in which to base the research if those of us who choose to partake in this "joint" venture?"

Enisius says, "In roughly a week, I will be creating an application process. It will consist of several questions, to be followed by a series of tests and knowledge assessments."

Speaking to Enisius, Geijon says, "Magic users don't often fight by themselves. Many of us have vast experience against the Ithzir and secondly th' Sheruvian followers and ghosts of his followers in Darkstone Castle."

Enisius says, "I will be creating teams of magic users to help move the research forward."

Speaking to Enisius, Goldstr says, "Mos a us been livin under da Teach's magics fer ages, most times fair but at times turns on us."

Speaking to Enisius, Perigourd asks, "What if one doesn't use magic?"

Gutstorm drunkenly slurs, "We git to eshploding shtuffsh?"

Enisius says, "Then you needn't apply."

Enisius nods at Perigourd.

Speaking carefully to Enisius, Missoni asks, "Is this work being done under the purview of the Hall, or independently?"

Speaking to Gutstorm, Pukk says, "He is going to explode you for research."

Speaking quietly to Gutstorm, Mourdeyan says, "Or just explodin."

Enisius says, "Under the purview of myself, so the Hall."

Enisius nods at Missoni.

Speaking to Mourdeyan, Goldstr says, "Leaves us out m'love."

Missoni thoughtfully says, "I see."

Speaking to Enisius, Geijon asks, "Question Magister?"

Tikba murmurs, "The Obsidian Tower no doubt has expertise in the effects of a mana storm, such as the one above Darkstone."

Mourdeyan quietly asks, "An ye offer protection t'the majikers under yer guidance?"

Speaking to Enisius, Vaemyr says, "Will the researchers be free to share findings with whomever? If the town is going to help, I believe that we should directly benefit as well."

Enisius says, "I have not yet completed the application, but it is coming. I will be fair, and a wide range of experience and skill will be welcomed."

Enisius peers quizzically at Geijon.

Speaking to Tikba, Archious offers, "Indeed. I use it extensively."

Speaking drunkenly to Lylia, Gutstorm slurs, "Mebbe Xorus teleport to nudder damension in deez shpermints."

Enisius says, "There will be a measure of transparency, yes."

Speaking to Enisius, Geijon asks, "What is your highlight in life or greatest accomplishment?"

Enisius nods at Vaemyr.

Enisius peers quizzically at Geijon.

Enisius says, "...I do not see how this is relevant."

Speaking to Enisius, Geijon says, "It is considering you are dealing with th' Reach and Darkstone Castle."

Leafiara affably considers, "That actually sounded like quite a Raelee style of answer."

Enisius says, "I fail to see the connection."

Speaking to Enisius, Chandrellia asks, "Will you be recruiting Bodohal for security for those of the Landings mages that decied to follow thru with this?"

Geijon frowns.

Enisius asks, "Bodohal?"

Speaking to Enisius, Geijon says, "Then I am dissappinted."

Speaking to Geijon, Goldstr says, "I see it it Sir."

Chandrellia says, "The Ship captain that arrived the other night."

Chandrellia says, "Apparently looking for deserters, but on vacation."

Enisius says, "I am unfamiliar with this person."

Gutstorm drunkenly slurs, "Geijon, dish kinna magical appitood ish beyon da mere brain powder of yoo fiters, leave it to ush who kin comman da power of da underversh wit da wear flick of our pinniesh."

Enisius shrugs at Chandrellia.

Raelee says, "... one does not hire a ship captain to climb a mountain."

Irval says, "Nor does one climb a mountain to find a ship captain..."

Speaking to Raelee, Chandrellia asks, "I see, so only a ships captain knows how to sail a ship?"

Vaemyr says, "I also am not sure what security the group I imagine signing up for this needs."

Speaking to Gutstorm, Geijon says, "I couldn't read when I came to th' Landing."

Speaking to Gutstorm, Pukk says, "I didn't understand a thing you said...and I'm usually good at speaking Gutstorm."

Gutstorm drunkenly slurs, "Me shtill no read, wutchoo point?"

Enisius says, "That is all I had to discuss tonight. My brother thought I should tell you sooner rather than later, for the sake of transparency."

Speaking to Gutstorm, Geijon says, "We all have opportunities."

Irval says, "Ok back on to topic. I am interested in hearing of this but i think there should be more than a 'measure' of transperancy involved..."

Lylia says, "I see."

Speaking amusedly to Pukk, Tikba says, "He said that the use of magic is a difficult pursuit."

Speaking to Enisius, Missoni says, "Thank you for sharing that with us."

Enisius peers quizzically at Irval.

Speaking to Tikba, Pukk exclaims, "Oh, thanks!"

Speaking to Enisius, Irval says, "One does not complete a puzzle with only half the pieces..."

Speaking drunkenly to Geijon, Gutstorm slurs, "Fine fine, yoo be me prentish, dish mean you like me shquire shept me no ride you back, yoo jush make me drink all day."

Enisius says, "You are speaking in puzzles. Try again, but more clearly."

Enisius nods at Irval.

Speaking quietly to Gutstorm, Mourdeyan says, "You have lost ya evahlovin mind."

Irval says, "You spoke of a measure of transperancy, to be shared of findings, I think it should be more than a measure..."

Geijon whispers something to Enisius.

Enisius nods at Geijon.

Irval shrugs.

Speaking to Gutstorm, Geijon says, "OK."

Raelee whispers something to Enisius.

Enisius whispers something to Raelee.

Speaking to Mourdeyan, Geijon says, "Might be fun."

Speaking to Enisius, Tikba says, "Thank you for coming so late to deliver this news to us. It is indeed thoughtful."

Speaking to Enisius, Raelee says, "... good."

Evia says, "Much of this discussion sounds like the disconnected ramblings of a very odd dream."

Enisius whispers something to Raelee.

Speaking to Evia, Kiyna suggests, "You may still be dreaming. It's possible."

Raelee nods slightly at Enisius.

Speaking to Leafiara, Pukk whispers aloud, "I think they are in love."

Speaking drunkenly to Pukk, Gutstorm slurs, "Brudder no love like dat, bad Pukk."

Speaking to Enisius, Vaemyr says, "I think many look forward to potentially researching those areas as well, be interesting to see what all your application will contain."

Lylia says, "We live so near to these mysteries that we sometimes forget how uncommon they are, much as people living near great beauty no longer appreciate the view. It is good to see them through new eyes."

Enisius nods at Vaemyr.

Enisius nods at Lylia.

Speaking to Enisius, Goldstr asks, "As we all have lived near da magics of da Reach an Da Castle fereveh, we have seen much. But is der a Certain kind of power ye be lookin fer?"

Speaking to Enisius, Geijon asks, "Are you taking suggestions tonight for this group?"

Gutstorm drunkenly slurs, "When we make our shpermint, kin we summon bigger vruul? me like dem."

Speaking to Lylia, Ulfwine says, ""It is true."

Enisius says, "The Reach alone holds potential uses that have not even been fully explored."

Enisius asks, "Suggestions?"

Enisius peers quizzically at Geijon.

Geijon nods at Enisius.

Geijon says, "Ask th' crowd."

Raelee says, "The temporal possibilities have always been of primary interest to me, but that is hardly the whole of it."

Enisius says, "I'm unclear what you want me to ask the crowd."

Geijon chuckles.

Geijon says, "Magister Enisius has asked for expert magic users on th' Reach and Darkstone Castle, yes? Who would you all recommend for such an endeavor."

Speaking to Enisius, Goldstr says, "Ye might wanna ride down da Reaches water tunnels to get a clue."

Geijon smirks at Enisius.

Enisius says, "I am not taking suggestions, Sir Geijon."

Mourdeyan quietly says, "Wheee."

Speaking to Geijon, Vaemyr says, "I think that's the point of the applications."

Enisius says, "There will be an application process, and knowledge and skill assessments."

Speaking to Geijon, Chandrellia says, "He said he was writing up an application for those interested in doing research with him."

Gutstorm drunkenly slurs, "Count me in."

Mourdeyan quietly says, "I think tha appilcatins were tha end result."

Geijon shrugs.

Speaking to Enisius, Chandrellia says, "Please forgive, he fell of the horse to many times and his hearing is bad."

Enisius says, "I understand that the locals sometimes make decisions based on popularity, but fortunately that is not how my work is conducted."

Speaking drunkenly to Lylia, Gutstorm slurs, "Me chear off ye paper?"

Geijon grins at Enisius.

Mourdeyan quietly says, "Magin that."

Kiyna reminds, "He doesn't want to waste time speaking with people who can't pass his test. He's very intelligent, you know."

Lylia asks, "Now why would anyone wish to cheat off me when there are other papers far more enticing?"

Ulfwine says, "Perhaps the test is good."

Speaking to Enisius, Geijon says, "I can respect that."

Geijon nods at Enisius.

Enisius asks, "I believe we've come to a natural end for our conversation. Are there any final questions?"

Evia says, "Well, I know suggestions are unwelcome, but I highly recommend Lylia, as she can make new fresh eyes just like that."

Tikba just handed Enisius some coins.

Speaking to Enisius, Ulfwine says, ""Please give my regards to you brother, Magister."

Enisius just handed Tikba some coins.

Enisius nods at Ulfwine.

Irval asks, "When should we expect to see this application finalized?"

Speaking to Enisius, Tikba says, "You will need a short sword."

Speaking to Enisius, Missoni asks, "Is there an ultimate goal to this work, or is the object to gather knowledge?"

Enisius grins at Tikba.

Geijon says, "May want to ask Rodney about th' Reach."

Speaking to Tikba, Vaemyr says, "Many of them."

Tikba says, "Perhaps you can afford your own."

Lylia bluntly says, "If vetting people reduces the number of people who will lick the windows of Darkstone Castle instead of unraveling its greater mysteries, then it hardly sounds objectionable."

Enisius says, "Gathering knowledge is always the ultimate goal. Then we shall see what can be done with that knowledge."

Speaking to Missoni, Evia says, "I am thinking it includes to assess portential."

[General] Jaffrey thinks, "Or the pretty glower girl inb the landing."

Lylia says, "And at any rate, it is not a subject for debate. Either apply, or do not."

Perigourd says, "One could say, should be done with it."

Geijon says, "I hope our best apply."

Enisius says, "The application should be completed in a week or so."

Enisius nods at Irval.

Gutstorm drunkenly slurs, "Sign me up!"

Perigourd says, "As what we can do isn't always what we should do."

Speaking to Enisius, Lylia says, "Good."

Speaking to Gutstorm, Kiyna says, "He may require you to walk in a straight line, I'm afraid."

Xorus says, "The Sheruvian Order has a vested involvement in both landmarks."

Ulfwine says, "It is none of my affair, any road. It is for those whose skill sets are on a different path."

Gutstorm drunkenly slurs, "We shall do great fingsh!"

Speaking to Enisius, Irval says, "Knowledge holds power as well, I can only hope that the transperancy, keeps it balanced...for all our sakes."

Speaking teasingly to Lylia, Mystiq says, "They all lick windows."

Speaking to Enisius, Geijon says, "You have a daunting task, Magister."

Speaking to Lylia, Tikba murmurs, "The approach to Darkstone may in fact require people who are willing to place their mouths on the architecture."

Enisius nods.

Enisius says, "We all do."

Enisius nods at Geijon.

Speaking to Enisius, Kiyna says, "Well, we do thank you for letting us know ahead of time."

Geijon agrees with Enisius.

Enisius says, "Goodnight."

Enisius pulls the hood of his robes down over his face, concealing his features.

Magister Enisius just went east.