Jul 30, 2020 10:01 pm
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1400 CE
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Jul 30, 2020 10:47 pm
Isaac enters the mansion with his customary welcoming smile on his face. He looks around at the assembled nobles wondering if the nobles he is looking for are here. He looks around at all the potential new friends and his smile intensifies.
OOC:
activates Awe. Radiating an aura of helpfulness or trustworthinessJul 31, 2020 3:15 am
as Issac enters the doorway he is stopped by a rather large man wearing a finely tailored black and white suit. The man is well groomed with a slight beard and stands in from of Issac.
"I don't believe I have seen you here before sir, do you perhaps have an invitation I could see?"
"I don't believe I have seen you here before sir, do you perhaps have an invitation I could see?"
Jul 31, 2020 3:41 am
Isaac smiles at the man warmly.
"Oh no sir you would not know me as I am a traveler from far off parts. I have heard that some of the nobles of this fair city are known to gather here so I have come to offer my help to those who have missing family members. If you could see your way to letting me in and perhaps directing me to the specific nobles I am looking for i would be ever so grateful and be honored to call you friend. "
"Oh no sir you would not know me as I am a traveler from far off parts. I have heard that some of the nobles of this fair city are known to gather here so I have come to offer my help to those who have missing family members. If you could see your way to letting me in and perhaps directing me to the specific nobles I am looking for i would be ever so grateful and be honored to call you friend. "
Rolls
Manip+empathy+ awe - (8d10)
(71449199) = 44
Jul 31, 2020 3:54 am
The man studies Issac for a moment before speaking.
"You do seem like a trustworthy fellow, but I can not risk losing this job as I am sure you understand. Are you perhaps someone skilled in searching for people? I could ask some of the guests here to speak to you."
"You do seem like a trustworthy fellow, but I can not risk losing this job as I am sure you understand. Are you perhaps someone skilled in searching for people? I could ask some of the guests here to speak to you."
Jul 31, 2020 3:58 am
"Oh I would never want you to risk your livelihood for me sir! I am not especially skilled at searching for people but I have other skills that I hope to devote to finding our wayward nobles. I always try to help those in need when I can. I would very much appreciate if you could ask some of those guests to speak with me or perhaps ask someone who could get me an invitation to speak with me."
Aug 1, 2020 8:04 pm
With the steady rhythm of his cane proceeding him Duccio made his way up the front steps of the mansion adjusting his plain white stole and for the first time in a while the simple golden crucifix on the chain around his neck. Duccio's Alp was a simple black affair and his over all visage was that of a picturesque version of a cleric which was doubled by the air of purity and sanctity that flowed out from him. Stopping at the entrance Duccio smiled slightly as he saw a familiar face talking to the door man while leaning a little heavier on his elegant silver tipped and ebony to fish out the invitation he had brought with him, "Deacon Esposito has arrived, and is that Isaac that I see visiting this wonderful manor."
Aug 2, 2020 3:20 am
"Duccio! Its great to see you my friend! This fellow was just doing a wonderful job making sure noone gets in who isn't invited! Unfortunately that includes me but he was going to assist me in finding someone who could assist me anyway. He seems a good chap and is a credit to his profession i must say. I'm glad to have met such a polite doorman as he since a less charitable doorman may have been far less gentle in forbidding me entry. I am even more glad to see you in attendance! What brings you to this lovely manor this evening?"
Aug 3, 2020 6:26 am
Kristophe walks up to the front door as well. He's dressed in simple clothes, tight cloth of a few varied colors. Behind him is two others dressed similarly, a man and woman. He nods in polite greeting to Duccio and Isaac but makes no move to speak to them, instead walking straight to the doorman.
"Greetings kind sir. I believe I and my fellows here are expected. I do hope we aren't too late for the performance. I'm told the those gathered were quite enamored with my colleagues earlier in the day and we hope to maintain our good name." He gives the man a large smile, slowing his walk only enough to speak to the guard while seemingly planning to just push right past with little real regard to the answer.
"I do hope you get a chance to watch some, I love an audience. Perhaps these other two will be as well." He gestures vaguely behind him to the other two kindred as he continues to not let the guard get a word in and walks past him.
"Greetings kind sir. I believe I and my fellows here are expected. I do hope we aren't too late for the performance. I'm told the those gathered were quite enamored with my colleagues earlier in the day and we hope to maintain our good name." He gives the man a large smile, slowing his walk only enough to speak to the guard while seemingly planning to just push right past with little real regard to the answer.
"I do hope you get a chance to watch some, I love an audience. Perhaps these other two will be as well." He gestures vaguely behind him to the other two kindred as he continues to not let the guard get a word in and walks past him.
Aug 3, 2020 3:50 pm
The Doorman allows Kristophe to pass without resistance. He turns to Duccio and speaks in a very formal tone.
"Deacon Duccio, do you know this Issac? He seems to be a very trusting and friendly man and as much as I would like to allow him entrance without someone to vouch for him or an invitation my hands are tied."
"Deacon Duccio, do you know this Issac? He seems to be a very trusting and friendly man and as much as I would like to allow him entrance without someone to vouch for him or an invitation my hands are tied."
Aug 3, 2020 10:18 pm
Duccio gives a reproachful look to Issac at his non-formal address as he moved slightly to the side to make room for Kirstophe and his posse to come through and nodding his head slightly to the lead man.
Turning back to the doorman and Issac Duccio sighs slightly, "It is good to see you as well Issac I came to finally get around to introducing myself to the nobility as it has taken me too to do so due to all of the activity in getting myself settled in this fine city. This fine doorman does seem like a very pleasant and professional individual. Speaking to him, yes I am acquainted with domine Issac here I am unsure if I can truly vouch for him due to not knowing of his ability of etiquette and how much responsibilities and would fall to me on his behalf if I were to do so."
Turning back to the doorman and Issac Duccio sighs slightly, "It is good to see you as well Issac I came to finally get around to introducing myself to the nobility as it has taken me too to do so due to all of the activity in getting myself settled in this fine city. This fine doorman does seem like a very pleasant and professional individual. Speaking to him, yes I am acquainted with domine Issac here I am unsure if I can truly vouch for him due to not knowing of his ability of etiquette and how much responsibilities and would fall to me on his behalf if I were to do so."
Aug 4, 2020 11:47 pm
Isaac looks somewhat hurt.
"I apologize for putting you in such an awkward position Deacon Esposito. I assure you that were you to vouch for me I would bring no shame to your name. "
"I apologize for putting you in such an awkward position Deacon Esposito. I assure you that were you to vouch for me I would bring no shame to your name. "
Aug 5, 2020 7:07 am
Duccio looks down to his feet with a sad smile on his face before rapping his cane on the ground twice and sighing, "I am sorry to doubt you my son that was a very non-christian of me. Please follow me I will vouch for you." Duccio patted Issac on the shoulder on his way inside of the building at his slow and steady pace.
Aug 6, 2020 1:19 am
Isaac walks a step behind Duccio on his non-cane side and shows his gait to match.
"Thank you for your aid. I was becoming concerned I may have to think of some more....creative way to get in. I prefer not to use such methods when avoidable. While direct and easy they are often clumsy. If its alright with you I shall stay close with you for a bit in here to take a measure of the tone of the room so to speak. I plan to speak with the families of those who are missing but I do not need to rush directly to them."
"Thank you for your aid. I was becoming concerned I may have to think of some more....creative way to get in. I prefer not to use such methods when avoidable. While direct and easy they are often clumsy. If its alright with you I shall stay close with you for a bit in here to take a measure of the tone of the room so to speak. I plan to speak with the families of those who are missing but I do not need to rush directly to them."
Aug 7, 2020 6:40 am
[ +- ] In a hushed tone to Issac
"Do not worry about it I only wished to impress the need for tact with these kind of people as ones in our circles have a tendency to forget that. And it is best not to use more creative methods we are to maintain our secrecy here first and foremost."
Aug 7, 2020 9:07 pm
Kristophe walks around the main room, taking in the gathered nobles and other individuals, as he begins speaking to those in attendance. "Greetings my friends, we are here to provide only the best in entertainment. I do hope you continue to enjoy our performances and continue to have us back."
With that Kristophe and the other two individuals he entered with begin performing a series of acrobatic tricks. Flips, cartwheels, handstands, jumps, and a variety of others. However, this performance does not turn out well. Starting with Kristophe dropping one of the other two during a handstand, directly onto the the third person to him mis-judging the distance for a jump and rolling directly into a server bringing out plates of food.
The finale however makes up for some, impressive in its own right. Kristophe sits balanced on the shoulders of one person while the other tosses a series of apples into the air and Kristophe shoots them with blunted arrows before the thrower catches them again by the arrow shaft. Having finished the performance the three take a bow and quickly move to the side, hoping that the ending made up some for the overall event.
With that Kristophe and the other two individuals he entered with begin performing a series of acrobatic tricks. Flips, cartwheels, handstands, jumps, and a variety of others. However, this performance does not turn out well. Starting with Kristophe dropping one of the other two during a handstand, directly onto the the third person to him mis-judging the distance for a jump and rolling directly into a server bringing out plates of food.
The finale however makes up for some, impressive in its own right. Kristophe sits balanced on the shoulders of one person while the other tosses a series of apples into the air and Kristophe shoots them with blunted arrows before the thrower catches them again by the arrow shaft. Having finished the performance the three take a bow and quickly move to the side, hoping that the ending made up some for the overall event.
Last edited August 9, 2020 1:31 am
Rolls
Performance - (9d10)
(441341614) = 28
Archery - (9d10)
(10752410331) = 45
Aug 9, 2020 3:51 am
A few of the nobles chuckle and then seem to lose interest in the performance but after the ending a few nod and clap in approval. Moment later conversations resume among the nobles, it seems many of the more well dressed are gathering around one table all paying attention to a rather short but handsome man laughing as he tells a story. Off to the side seem to be a number of well off artisans having a heated discussion.
Aug 10, 2020 6:40 pm
Quietly trying not to draw attention to himself Isaac steps closer to hear the short handsome man's story.
Aug 11, 2020 5:32 pm
Duccio politely claps at the end of the performance before silently along side Issac to makes their way over to the gather of finer dress nobles. With a pleasant smile Duccio draws close enough to be part of the group but doing his best not to disrupt the story being told so he can wait until prompted to make introductions.
Aug 12, 2020 10:02 pm
The short man stops laughing for a moment, to take a quick drink from his glass of wine before he continues as he speaks he seems to look up to a rather tall and handsome man sitting next to him and he speaks " That is when richard up to his waist in mud and missing once boot chased the poor horse down the path while I lay on the ground still stuck in the barrel."
The crowd surrounding the man seems to laugh some truthfully as they enjoyed the story, others under the influence of wine. The man regains some of his composure but his face is still wide with laughter. The short mad seems to be in the early stages of balding as he has a rather humorous comb over on his head. The face tells a different story his cheeks flushed with wine, while wearing a rather impressive mustache. When he sees the new arrivals he gestures for them to come forward.
"Deacon!" he exclaims "Duccio you must come sit with us, have a drink. Wait can someone in your station drink? I don’t know but worry now none here will tell on you."
The crowd surrounding the man seems to laugh some truthfully as they enjoyed the story, others under the influence of wine. The man regains some of his composure but his face is still wide with laughter. The short mad seems to be in the early stages of balding as he has a rather humorous comb over on his head. The face tells a different story his cheeks flushed with wine, while wearing a rather impressive mustache. When he sees the new arrivals he gestures for them to come forward.
"Deacon!" he exclaims "Duccio you must come sit with us, have a drink. Wait can someone in your station drink? I don’t know but worry now none here will tell on you."
Aug 12, 2020 10:07 pm
Walking in with his hands behind his back taking in everything, he sees a big man at the entrance. He stops and observes him qith an inquisitive look. He then walks up and greets him.
'Good evening sir. I believe you are to be the gatekeeper of this place and require something.'
He produces what looks to be an invitation
'Would it be fair to assume that this is what you are looking for?'
He smiles warmly and hands the invitation to the guardsmen.
'Good evening sir. I believe you are to be the gatekeeper of this place and require something.'
He produces what looks to be an invitation
'Would it be fair to assume that this is what you are looking for?'
He smiles warmly and hands the invitation to the guardsmen.
Aug 13, 2020 12:57 am
Duccio Smiles and offers a polite bow as he walks towards the boisterous mustached man, "It seems I am at a disadvantage but well met good sir. I will gladly join you in presence and conversation but I cannot possibly partake in drink as to whom that I abstain for is always watching. But be sure that I do not admonish any for partaking."
Smiling and extending his hand to the short man "As you already know Deacon Leonarduccio Esposito at your service and the man with me is Issac a personal acquaintance of mine."
Smiling and extending his hand to the short man "As you already know Deacon Leonarduccio Esposito at your service and the man with me is Issac a personal acquaintance of mine."
Aug 13, 2020 2:42 am
Isaac silently gives a polite little bow at the group of nobles and gives them a friendly smile(surprising none of you). Having been introduced but not addressed directly he finds it most prudent to wait to speak.
Aug 13, 2020 2:49 am
Kristophe takes in the room, seeing how groups gather and watches Duccio approach the group of nobles. He instead turns his attention to the artisans nearby, approaching to join in their conversation as more "equal peer".
Aug 14, 2020 1:43 am
Walking around the room godfrey observes everyone that it there. Taming in who is important and who are the common nobles amongst the truly elite. Notices also fellow vampires amongst the patronage. He smiles and finds a place near a group and listens in on their conversation.
Aug 17, 2020 5:33 pm
The extravagant man chuckles and stands up puffing his chest he speaks "I am Lord Von Doorn Deacon, this is my house where you are always welcome." He takes a sip of wine and then returns to his seat. " Issac was it?" he says turning towards Issac and toasts in his direction "
A friend of the Deacon is a Friend of ours...perhaps you can have his drink?" he laughs to himself
Across the Room the heated discussion seems to be taking on a more somber tone as Kristophe approaches. He overhears one man who seems to be suffering under some form of stress speak in a worried tone "I am telling you we should just torch the whole damn place, it's cursed…" He moves his hands across his chest in the form of a cross
Another tall man wearing fairly simple yet well taken care of clothing leans forward. The man seems well weathered and his hands show the signs of hard labor. He listens for a moment and then speaks while clutching something in his hand. "My crew needs the money, you have any idea how much coin I spent to get that contract…" He pauses briefly before he continues " I cant find anyone who wants to go near the blasted place thou since Guus disappeared"
A friend of the Deacon is a Friend of ours...perhaps you can have his drink?" he laughs to himself
Across the Room the heated discussion seems to be taking on a more somber tone as Kristophe approaches. He overhears one man who seems to be suffering under some form of stress speak in a worried tone "I am telling you we should just torch the whole damn place, it's cursed…" He moves his hands across his chest in the form of a cross
Another tall man wearing fairly simple yet well taken care of clothing leans forward. The man seems well weathered and his hands show the signs of hard labor. He listens for a moment and then speaks while clutching something in his hand. "My crew needs the money, you have any idea how much coin I spent to get that contract…" He pauses briefly before he continues " I cant find anyone who wants to go near the blasted place thou since Guus disappeared"
Aug 17, 2020 11:55 pm
Godfrey moves up to the man with rough hands and smiles as he introduces himself.
'Good evening. My name is godfrey; and I apologize sincerely, but I could not help overhear that you have a contract no one is willing to take. I am most curious that I may offer my services potentially. If it is amenable?'
He strokes his beard with a thoughtful look.
'Good evening. My name is godfrey; and I apologize sincerely, but I could not help overhear that you have a contract no one is willing to take. I am most curious that I may offer my services potentially. If it is amenable?'
He strokes his beard with a thoughtful look.
Aug 18, 2020 1:38 am
"Well of course i would love to take you up on your hospitality and drink on behalf of myself and the Deacon. Thank you so much for allowing us into your home!"
Isaac politely accepts a drink and smiles at Lord Van Doorn.
Isaac politely accepts a drink and smiles at Lord Van Doorn.
Rolls
Pretending to drink manip+subterfuge? - (7d10)
(1443137) = 23
Aug 18, 2020 1:39 am
*reroll from STUFF*
Rolls
Pretending to drink manip+subterfuge? - (7d10)
(665110210) = 40
Aug 18, 2020 4:11 am
Duccio's eyes light up a little and he smiles as Von Doorn introduces himself, "It is a pleasure Lord Von Doorn and I must humbly ask forgiveness for it taking me this long to make your acquaintance, it has taken longer than expected to see myself settled in this lovely city of yours. Issac is a lively and honest fellow always looking to help out here and there so please do not hesitate to come to us if there is any matters you may need help with."
Aug 18, 2020 8:13 pm
Lord Van Doorn claps and gestures to shake the hands of both Issac and Duccio "It is a pleasure gentlemen"
Meanwhile
The rough looking man eyes Godfrey up and down and then speaks "You own a company? I have a contract to built a new sewer system for the city, we broke ground a few months back. It was a good contract high pay and all that...then the problems started.Small at first yanno? tools disappearing maps getting lost, figured it was just some new hires not being careful."
The man pauses and seems to pick up a mug and downs the whole thing before continuing. As he speaks the men around him grow silent and seem to be in a state of shock.
"Then....then it got weird. Crew started having nightmares, hearing voices, beams falling, tunnels collapsing and suddenly everyone is jumping at shadows. People stopped coming to work and eventually my crew was fairly small but still we pushed on, needed the work. Then a week ago ol Guus is down in a tunnel laying some new supports and just vanished. I mean he was there one evening when we were working late and I went to get a midnight snack and he was gone when I came back. Its a new tunnel there was no way he could have left without one of us seeing."
The man stares at Godfrey his face pale and eye swelling with fear " I don't know what to do next, we need that work but I can barley get anyone who will show up now."
Meanwhile
The rough looking man eyes Godfrey up and down and then speaks "You own a company? I have a contract to built a new sewer system for the city, we broke ground a few months back. It was a good contract high pay and all that...then the problems started.Small at first yanno? tools disappearing maps getting lost, figured it was just some new hires not being careful."
The man pauses and seems to pick up a mug and downs the whole thing before continuing. As he speaks the men around him grow silent and seem to be in a state of shock.
"Then....then it got weird. Crew started having nightmares, hearing voices, beams falling, tunnels collapsing and suddenly everyone is jumping at shadows. People stopped coming to work and eventually my crew was fairly small but still we pushed on, needed the work. Then a week ago ol Guus is down in a tunnel laying some new supports and just vanished. I mean he was there one evening when we were working late and I went to get a midnight snack and he was gone when I came back. Its a new tunnel there was no way he could have left without one of us seeing."
The man stares at Godfrey his face pale and eye swelling with fear " I don't know what to do next, we need that work but I can barley get anyone who will show up now."
Aug 18, 2020 9:52 pm
He puts his hand on the poor man's shoulder.
'I could look into things within the tunnel. See what is going on. It is not familiar to me, but we will get to the bottom of it. But for now I must leave on another errand. You may find me at this address.'
He hands him a note with his address on it.
'And if I am not there a servant will help you till I arrive.'
'I could look into things within the tunnel. See what is going on. It is not familiar to me, but we will get to the bottom of it. But for now I must leave on another errand. You may find me at this address.'
He hands him a note with his address on it.
'And if I am not there a servant will help you till I arrive.'
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Aug 18, 2020 11:27 pm
The man looks at Godfrey with slight confusion "Your welcome to go down there and see if your crew has better luck finding Ol Guus we searched by their is no sign of him or anyone for that matter.
"Thats cause its cursed!" snaps another man sitting across from him "Aint none should be going down there, something evil lurks there."
"Aint no such thing as cursed you idiot, Your letting fear get the better of you!" the rather gruff man snaps back "Heres the Address, my names Ludger...I don't know whats going on down there maybe its just stress getting to our nerves or rats or something. You find Ol Guus or figure out how to get rid of whatever is causing the problems I will owe you one."
"Thats cause its cursed!" snaps another man sitting across from him "Aint none should be going down there, something evil lurks there."
"Aint no such thing as cursed you idiot, Your letting fear get the better of you!" the rather gruff man snaps back "Heres the Address, my names Ludger...I don't know whats going on down there maybe its just stress getting to our nerves or rats or something. You find Ol Guus or figure out how to get rid of whatever is causing the problems I will owe you one."
Aug 19, 2020 1:14 am
Godfrey takes his address and slides it into his breast pocket.
'Then I shall find out if its really cursed or not. And find old gus one way or another.'
He bows and departs.
'Then I shall find out if its really cursed or not. And find old gus one way or another.'
He bows and departs.
Aug 19, 2020 3:44 am
"As our fine Deacon has said I like to help people. That's actually why I am here in your lovely home this evening Lord Van Doorn.I am looking into the disappearance of several young nobles from the city and was hoping to talk to their families to see if they had any information I may be able to use as a starting point."
Aug 19, 2020 8:37 am
Kristophe stands to the side as Godfrey interacts with the workers. Watching him speak and then leave, before he replies himself.
"My friend, I have traveled much and seen many a curse, both real and imagined. Though it seems you have hit some difficult times indeed. I cannot say whether this is truely a curse yet however, it would take some more information first."
Kristophe strokes his chin as if in thought. "I have some experience with curses, you learn these things from the right travelers along your way. Perhaps I too will take a look at this place. First however, your man, Guus. Is there any more you can tell me of him? A family name might be of importance, or perhaps if other have been injured if there's anything that connects them."
"My friend, I have traveled much and seen many a curse, both real and imagined. Though it seems you have hit some difficult times indeed. I cannot say whether this is truely a curse yet however, it would take some more information first."
Kristophe strokes his chin as if in thought. "I have some experience with curses, you learn these things from the right travelers along your way. Perhaps I too will take a look at this place. First however, your man, Guus. Is there any more you can tell me of him? A family name might be of importance, or perhaps if other have been injured if there's anything that connects them."
Aug 19, 2020 12:22 pm
*Henry arrives at the mansion checking the invitation to make sure it is the correct place. He is wearing his stola and holding what appears to be a bible in his hand. He steps up to the doorman and presents his invitation*
"Good evening my son, I believe you require this to permit my entry."
"Good evening my son, I believe you require this to permit my entry."
Aug 19, 2020 3:47 pm
The Doorman bows as Henry enters showing his invitation "Oh father so good to see you on this fine evening."
The man Looks at Kristophe and speaks while trying to remember something "Guus's last name was Hagen I believe. He wasent from any renown family or anything, just a good man and hard worker. Youd know him if you seen him, he was tall rough looking man, big old greying beard think Guus was in his early 40's now. He was of the best men I knew so I would like to know what happened to him."
The man Looks at Kristophe and speaks while trying to remember something "Guus's last name was Hagen I believe. He wasent from any renown family or anything, just a good man and hard worker. Youd know him if you seen him, he was tall rough looking man, big old greying beard think Guus was in his early 40's now. He was of the best men I knew so I would like to know what happened to him."
Aug 19, 2020 6:33 pm
*Henry rests his hand on the doormans shoulder*
"Thank you, and I hope you also enjoy this fine evening"
*Henry enters the building and begins wandering around, enjoying the festivities. Overhearing the tail end of the conversation about the missing man he stops and turns to the man speaking*
"I apologize for intruding, but I am terribly sorry to hear about your missing friend. Please, accept my condolences and allow me to pray for his safe return."
"Thank you, and I hope you also enjoy this fine evening"
*Henry enters the building and begins wandering around, enjoying the festivities. Overhearing the tail end of the conversation about the missing man he stops and turns to the man speaking*
"I apologize for intruding, but I am terribly sorry to hear about your missing friend. Please, accept my condolences and allow me to pray for his safe return."
Aug 19, 2020 6:56 pm
After the hand shake Duccio sits back a little and eyes up the lord of the manor before asking, "Lord Von Doorn there is one request I have for you I was looking for and introduction to the Graff family. It seems from what I had heard they had gone through a bit of trouble recently that appeared to be nothing and would like to make sure the family is not in need of the services of the Church."
Aug 20, 2020 8:31 pm
Kristophe pats the man on the shoulder lightly, giving a nod. "Well curse or not, I'd like to find the truth I think. And if I happen upon your man along the way I'll try to send him back."
With this Kristophe leaves the group, continuing to wander the room. At one point grabbing a hand full of grapes as he leaves for a few minutes before returning to the main hall. From there he continues to circle, a smile constantly on his face as he performs small bits of juggling or the like and moves from group to group.
With this Kristophe leaves the group, continuing to wander the room. At one point grabbing a hand full of grapes as he leaves for a few minutes before returning to the main hall. From there he continues to circle, a smile constantly on his face as he performs small bits of juggling or the like and moves from group to group.
Aug 20, 2020 9:26 pm
*Henrys eyes widen when he hears Kristophe mention a curse and quickly follows*
"Excuse me my good fellow, I believe we have met before but were never properly introduced. My name is Henry and I was wondering what you meant about a curse. I was tasked with ensuring protection from said malicious practices back at my home court and was wondering if you would accept my assistance in the matter. In truth it has been too long since I have felt useful and would enjoy trying to solve a mysterious curse or whatever it may be"
*Henry chuckles as if to a joke only he can hear. He removes his hands from his robe revealing a glove which matches the design of the stole, decorated with gold filigree.*
"Excuse me my good fellow, I believe we have met before but were never properly introduced. My name is Henry and I was wondering what you meant about a curse. I was tasked with ensuring protection from said malicious practices back at my home court and was wondering if you would accept my assistance in the matter. In truth it has been too long since I have felt useful and would enjoy trying to solve a mysterious curse or whatever it may be"
*Henry chuckles as if to a joke only he can hear. He removes his hands from his robe revealing a glove which matches the design of the stole, decorated with gold filigree.*
Aug 21, 2020 7:15 pm
Kristophe stares at Henry's gloves for a silent moment, before looking back up at the man and giving an exaggerated bow. "Greetings and well met Father Henry? While others speak of curses of misfortune and bad luck it's hard to say whether tis actually that or simply the vagaries of fate. Though truly hexes can cause such strife, oft tis nothing more than turn of fortune, as one who can cast such malfortune are indeed rare. More like that some malefactor is the cause of such discontent," at this point Kristophe leans in a speaks more softly, "though whether tis of more mortal means or something darker is yet to be revealed." He stands back straight and gives a laugh as if he had just told the most amusing joke.
Aug 21, 2020 7:45 pm
*Henry retracts his hand looking embaressed*
"I apologize, I did not mean to be rude. Please forgive me."
*He steps back and bows awkwardly as he tries to remain balanced*
"Would you be interested in speaking more about the curse another day? I have a small chapel on the edge of town where I keep my books. Perhaps I might have something of use in them. I can give you the directions if you would like, it is out of the way, but it is quiet if nothing else."
"I apologize, I did not mean to be rude. Please forgive me."
*He steps back and bows awkwardly as he tries to remain balanced*
"Would you be interested in speaking more about the curse another day? I have a small chapel on the edge of town where I keep my books. Perhaps I might have something of use in them. I can give you the directions if you would like, it is out of the way, but it is quiet if nothing else."
Aug 26, 2020 1:40 am
"No offense was taken, I simply do not wish to unwisely indulge in flights of fancy of the more common folk. Much can be gleaned from those who most take no notice of, though it must also be taken with a grain of salt. Perhaps I shall visit you and peruse what knowledge you have collected. If not for the purpose discussed here but for the future as well. One can never be too well prepared for the whims of fate. Especially in our life." At this last statement Kristophe gives an exaggerated wink.
Aug 26, 2020 3:45 pm
*Henry chuckles*
"You speak the truth my friend. I do hope you decide to come visit"
*He pulls out a folded piece of paper and hands it to Kristophe. It has a wax seal keeping it closed with no adornment in the seal itself.*
"If you would be so kind as to memorize the address and return the letter to me please, I do not wish for my chapel to become common knowledge."
"You speak the truth my friend. I do hope you decide to come visit"
*He pulls out a folded piece of paper and hands it to Kristophe. It has a wax seal keeping it closed with no adornment in the seal itself.*
"If you would be so kind as to memorize the address and return the letter to me please, I do not wish for my chapel to become common knowledge."
Aug 26, 2020 7:23 pm
Kristophe takes the envelope from Henry, opens it, at stares at the paper inside for what is probably slightly longer than needed, a very serious look on his face. He then looks back up at Henry and smiles while handing it back to the man.
"Well then, I shall endeavor to visit soon as time shall allow. Meanstwhile, unless there is other pressing business, shall we not return to the enjoyment of this fine gathering?"
"Well then, I shall endeavor to visit soon as time shall allow. Meanstwhile, unless there is other pressing business, shall we not return to the enjoyment of this fine gathering?"
Aug 26, 2020 7:37 pm
*Henry takes back the envelope and places it back in his robes*
"I look forward to your visit! And I do suppose you're correct, people might start to wonder if we look so serious at such a festive gathering. It was a pleasure to meet you."
*Henry awkwardly bows again, this time looking a little more steady and then begins wandering amongst the guests.*
"I look forward to your visit! And I do suppose you're correct, people might start to wonder if we look so serious at such a festive gathering. It was a pleasure to meet you."
*Henry awkwardly bows again, this time looking a little more steady and then begins wandering amongst the guests.*
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Aug 28, 2020 5:01 pm
"And a pleasure to make your acquaintance as well." Kristophe replies. He then turns as well to mingle slightly with guests again, before eventually making his way over to Lord Von Doorn.
As he arrives he gives a deep bow of respect before addressing the man once a break in conversation appears. "Thank you kind Sir, for the allowance to perform at your wonderful abode. I do so hope that you shall continue to allow us to entertain your guests as you continue to show them your generous hospitality. We would of course also be willing to do other performances as you request," Kristophe gives the man a wide smile. "I do apologize if tonight wasn't quite up to the regular standard, attempts at new routines in unfamiliar locations can sometimes take a bit more work."
As he arrives he gives a deep bow of respect before addressing the man once a break in conversation appears. "Thank you kind Sir, for the allowance to perform at your wonderful abode. I do so hope that you shall continue to allow us to entertain your guests as you continue to show them your generous hospitality. We would of course also be willing to do other performances as you request," Kristophe gives the man a wide smile. "I do apologize if tonight wasn't quite up to the regular standard, attempts at new routines in unfamiliar locations can sometimes take a bit more work."
Aug 29, 2020 2:54 am
The man takes a sip of his drink before speaking in a joking manor to the group " Worry not, it was entertaining although perhaps not in the manner you were expecting"
"It is surprising to see so many new faces here, perhaps you lot can liven the place up. Till now its been left to me and my many stories." The man laughs to himself "Not that anyone is tired of them!"
"It is surprising to see so many new faces here, perhaps you lot can liven the place up. Till now its been left to me and my many stories." The man laughs to himself "Not that anyone is tired of them!"
Aug 29, 2020 4:44 am
"Your kind words are well appreciated good Sir, and I hope that we can provide much entertainment in the days to come. I know I for one would greatly benefit from your stories, as new tales are always welcome for one such as I." Kristophe replies to the man, smiling wide. "And indeed, new faces are always a welcome reprieve from the mundane. Let us hope that they too shall provide much in the way of new stories and opportunities."