Aug 7, 2024 10:11 pm
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Leif is just tagging along here, waiting for Charun to take them to his guild.Chapter 4: Welcome to Alderheart
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Aug 7, 2024 11:08 pm
With enough of a concensus Charun leads the team to the Fortune Seeker headquarters(chapter house?). Once inside he loos to the job board first. you can always get a sense of the situation by the types of jobs avaiable. After that he looks for any familiar faces . If none stand out he will head to find a senior member or representative at the least.
Aug 12, 2024 6:59 pm
Walking through the streets of the Canopy you can see the miraculous architecture and design of Alderheart, the roads and houses not built up from the tree but built from the tree.
The Chapter house of the Fortune Seeker's is no different, built up and shaped by artisans that slowly built up the entire house by guiding the tree to grow. Inside you find people from all different backgrounds, the chapter house almost like a bar or social club than an organized guild house.
Charun recognizes most of the faces, but some new faces are often associated with the Fortune Seekers. After looking around the house for some time, he finds Holt "Lodestone" Brightbeam the guildhouse leader. A retired old raptor, who makes sure all dues are paid and order in the guildhouse is kept.
The Chapter house of the Fortune Seeker's is no different, built up and shaped by artisans that slowly built up the entire house by guiding the tree to grow. Inside you find people from all different backgrounds, the chapter house almost like a bar or social club than an organized guild house.
Charun recognizes most of the faces, but some new faces are often associated with the Fortune Seekers. After looking around the house for some time, he finds Holt "Lodestone" Brightbeam the guildhouse leader. A retired old raptor, who makes sure all dues are paid and order in the guildhouse is kept.
Aug 13, 2024 10:29 am
Taking a beer at the bar the mapach takes a sip and looks encouragingly at Charun. This was his turf, so he should be the one talking.
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Aug 13, 2024 11:47 am
Heading to Holt Charun acknowledges the guild leader with respect before asking. Sir, We've just come in from Meadowfen as messengers and representatives of Elder Ardwyn and seek council on how to proceeded. May we talk privately.
Casually looking around, Charun awaits the veterans reply and if no private audience is granted lowers his voice for a moment as needed to not be overheard Ashbarrow has been lost to the Scorched Grove, which is actively growing, and bandits are looting what remains.
He continues in a regular tone We bear a request for aid but are unsure to whom to take it such that it will be responded to in a timely manner with the gravity such a matter is due.
Casually looking around, Charun awaits the veterans reply and if no private audience is granted lowers his voice for a moment as needed to not be overheard Ashbarrow has been lost to the Scorched Grove, which is actively growing, and bandits are looting what remains.
He continues in a regular tone We bear a request for aid but are unsure to whom to take it such that it will be responded to in a timely manner with the gravity such a matter is due.
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Aug 13, 2024 5:48 pm
She sits next to Sherry finally releasing her hand now that they are inside and away from the horror of the long fall. She hasn't ever actually been to a bar and is unsure what to order. Sherry orders a drink though so clearly that must be safe to order right? Unless maybe it's some fruit that foxes can't drink? She hopes not.
Aug 13, 2024 9:50 pm
Leif stayed quiet, listening to his winged companion, who spoke like a hero from the plays. He sighed, if only he could speak in that manner, he'd have a chance with Marian Silkwhisker then.
Aug 13, 2024 9:58 pm
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Leif says:
Leif stayed quiet, listening to his winged companion, who spoke like a hero from the plays. . .Aug 13, 2024 10:26 pm
Psybermagi says:
Heading to Holt Charun acknowledges the guild leader with respect before asking. Sir, We've just come in from Meadowfen as messengers and representatives of Elder Ardwyn and seek council on how to proceeded. May we talk privately. Casually looking around, Charun awaits the veterans reply and if no private audience is granted lowers his voice for a moment as needed to not be overheard Ashbarrow has been lost to the Scorched Grove, which is actively growing, and bandits are looting what remains.
He continues in a regular tone We bear a request for aid but are unsure to whom to take it such that it will be responded to in a timely manner with the gravity such a matter is due.
Aye, well, I dinnae ken who'd lend ye a hand. Thae Council, they're aye too busy wi' that Alderheart o' theirs tae worry aboot the likes o' dem oot der. Maybe if them blasted bandits weren't causin' so much trouble, they'd spare a thought for their neighbors.
His voice as always, jumbled in a thick accent from the far west from where he is from. But Charun can get enough of it, that while the bandits are causing trouble for the Council they are not very likely to help his cause.
Aug 13, 2024 10:27 pm
Scylla and Sherry sitting at the bar get approached a few times by rugged adventures seeing new faces in the guild. Asking questions about who they are and where they come from.
Aug 14, 2024 3:10 am
Sighing at yet another block to helping the innocent Charun asks Might there be any on the council who would champion our cause? If we can get the information and our letters to a sympathetic ear in advance then if an opportunity arises to act there would be on already in place to do so.
Pondering for a moment he asks
It seems possible that the bandits may seek to take advantage of the chaos brought about by the Scorched Groves expansion. Is there anything we can to to divert their attention or pull them completely into the open so that the Perch guard or others can finally apprehend or drive them off? Charun seeks the council of the grizzled veteran and any possible recourse to the plight of those who sent them.
Pondering for a moment he asks
It seems possible that the bandits may seek to take advantage of the chaos brought about by the Scorched Groves expansion. Is there anything we can to to divert their attention or pull them completely into the open so that the Perch guard or others can finally apprehend or drive them off? Charun seeks the council of the grizzled veteran and any possible recourse to the plight of those who sent them.
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Ack, where's the bard?!?!? Last edited August 14, 2024 3:10 am
Rolls
Persuasion (convince Lodestone to help) - (1d20+5)
(2) + 5 = 7
Aug 14, 2024 10:29 am
Chatting amicably with the other adventurers the mapach isn't above getting free drinks for herself and Scylla if they are offered. But her main interest is, if there news or rumors. The fires, bandits or things from beyond will bring her ask in detail or even to spend a drink in return if this should help to loosen tongues and to get more details.
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if I should role something, please let me know. Aug 14, 2024 3:03 pm
Lodestone speak lowers his voice and contemplates a little.
"Yer best hope micht be tae plead yer case wi' Speaker Bita. She's aye shown a soft spot for the likes o' us humblefolk. At the verra least, she micht be able tae sweeten the deal wi' the council. Thae bandit gangs hae swelled like a boil, an' wi' them makin' raids in the North, it looks like they're gettin' a wee bit too clever for their own good."
He looks out into the main room and at the friends Charun brought into the hall.
"Ye might want tae do the talkin' yersel', though. While Bita likes dem Humblefolk, there's others on the council that mightnae be so keen on yer footed friends."
"Yer best hope micht be tae plead yer case wi' Speaker Bita. She's aye shown a soft spot for the likes o' us humblefolk. At the verra least, she micht be able tae sweeten the deal wi' the council. Thae bandit gangs hae swelled like a boil, an' wi' them makin' raids in the North, it looks like they're gettin' a wee bit too clever for their own good."
He looks out into the main room and at the friends Charun brought into the hall.
"Ye might want tae do the talkin' yersel', though. While Bita likes dem Humblefolk, there's others on the council that mightnae be so keen on yer footed friends."
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Also Sherry, make a persuasion check to see what type of information you can get out of them. Roleplay as you wish for it.Aug 14, 2024 3:41 pm
As the talk turns to bandits, the mapach is keen for names, sightings, hideouts, leaders and loot.
Maybe Scylla helps her a little and bedazzles the poor fellows with her deep eyes and sharp smile?
Maybe Scylla helps her a little and bedazzles the poor fellows with her deep eyes and sharp smile?
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If not, please count the first dieRolls
Persuasion - (2d20h1+5)
(108) + 5 = 15
Aug 14, 2024 11:58 pm
Charun shares a quick summary of their travels and news they learned before asking the best way to contact Speaker Bita. If the veteran has nothing else for him Charun will thank old Lodestone then rejoins the others.
A: Cara explains that the fires from the Scorched Grove have spread to the hillside town of Ashbarrow and razed it to the ground. Cara warns that the roads are full of bandits. Luckily, she escaped with her life. Others, Ashbarrow citizens fleeing their burning homes, were not so lucky. Cara doesn’t know where those captured by the bandits were taken.
B: I did not see who started the fire, when we arrived in Ashburrow it was already aflame. What I do know, is that the land of Grove. The desolation that happens within it, has spread to overtake the entire town. Bandits I believe just took advantage of the situation to fill their pockets. Cara looks down and sighs. The town itself was filled with emberbats, as well as something else, I didn't get a good look but the earth around us shifted and some of my men disappeared. This was not the work of bandits.
A: Please take a message to the Birdfolk Council to warn them and plea for them to help us? While Meadowfen is safe for now, their support is greatly needed. I do not think we will survive without it and the roads are too dangerous for anyone but the most experienced travelers.
The Grove has been around for a long time. If it has started to expand again, something terrible must have happened. The whole Wood could be in danger, not just us.
A: There have been rumors swirling around of her doing arcane magic of some sort. talking to bugs and sometimes even to herself. No harm has come to any townsfolk yet...but the incidents being reported are increasing. it is only a matter of time before they escalate
A: A few nights ago, i had a vision. The woods were engulfed in flame. Ever since then I have been working on something to help understand what it means, this will help bring those answers.
The spirits are getting stronger....I have done this ritual before but never have they been able to break my seals...please this must mean the elements are truly here.
The Grove itself is not of this plane...the fires are not natural yet are one with the essence of nature...why it is here we do not know but if the fires are getting brighter...something is coming...something is here
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Cara says:
Cara Stormsinger
A: Cara explains that the fires from the Scorched Grove have spread to the hillside town of Ashbarrow and razed it to the ground. Cara warns that the roads are full of bandits. Luckily, she escaped with her life. Others, Ashbarrow citizens fleeing their burning homes, were not so lucky. Cara doesn’t know where those captured by the bandits were taken.
B: I did not see who started the fire, when we arrived in Ashburrow it was already aflame. What I do know, is that the land of Grove. The desolation that happens within it, has spread to overtake the entire town. Bandits I believe just took advantage of the situation to fill their pockets. Cara looks down and sighs. The town itself was filled with emberbats, as well as something else, I didn't get a good look but the earth around us shifted and some of my men disappeared. This was not the work of bandits.
Ardwyn says:
Ardwyn
A: Please take a message to the Birdfolk Council to warn them and plea for them to help us? While Meadowfen is safe for now, their support is greatly needed. I do not think we will survive without it and the roads are too dangerous for anyone but the most experienced travelers.
The Grove has been around for a long time. If it has started to expand again, something terrible must have happened. The whole Wood could be in danger, not just us.
Krane says:
Walden Krane
Susan says:
Susan
The spirits are getting stronger....I have done this ritual before but never have they been able to break my seals...please this must mean the elements are truly here.
The Grove itself is not of this plane...the fires are not natural yet are one with the essence of nature...why it is here we do not know but if the fires are getting brighter...something is coming...something is here
Aug 15, 2024 3:05 am
soises says:
As the talk turns to bandits, the mapach is keen for names, sightings, hideouts, leaders and loot. Maybe Scylla helps her a little and bedazzles the poor fellows with her deep eyes and sharp smile?
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If not, please count the first dieAug 15, 2024 3:09 am
"She's a big cheese in that there council, an' it looks like ye've got a wee letter o' introduction."
Old Lodestone tells him with a grin. Not having much more to say he helps Charun to the front and waves at the bartender to keep Charuns companions tab on his account. Wishing Charun luck as he takes his leave.
Old Lodestone tells him with a grin. Not having much more to say he helps Charun to the front and waves at the bartender to keep Charuns companions tab on his account. Wishing Charun luck as he takes his leave.
Aug 15, 2024 6:04 pm
The vixen has not ever done anything like this before but, she’s smart enough to understand that Sherry is trying to get information so Scylla does her best to help get information. Only when there is a quiet moment does she ask, "I recognize that you are getting information and that somehow when I look like this." Her eyes go smoky and her ears half down, the vixen is truly a looker, "They seem to provide more information and yet. I am unclear as to why that is the case. Can you elaborate as to the nature of these social interactions so that I might aid you more appropriately?"
Apparently Scylla doesn’t even begin to understand that she’s been flirting.
Apparently Scylla doesn’t even begin to understand that she’s been flirting.
Aug 15, 2024 10:29 pm
Upon returning to his companions he relays all that passed. The last bit about Charun acting as spokesperson for the team during their next meeting he relays with a bit of trepidation, glancing at Sherry to gauge her reaction.
If you need to ask something or feel I forgot something then quietly pass that information to me. This is not for me but rather for the help we may gain from the Alderheart council for those outside or at the edge of Humblewood.
If you need to ask something or feel I forgot something then quietly pass that information to me. This is not for me but rather for the help we may gain from the Alderheart council for those outside or at the edge of Humblewood.
Aug 15, 2024 10:29 pm
Upon returning to his companions he relays all that passed. The last bit about Charun acting as spokesperson for the team during their next meeting he relays with a bit of trepidation, glancing at Sherry to gauge her reaction.
If you need to ask something or feel I forgot something then quietly pass that information to me. This is not for me but rather for the help we may gain from the Alderheart council for those outside or at the edge of Humblewood.
If you need to ask something or feel I forgot something then quietly pass that information to me. This is not for me but rather for the help we may gain from the Alderheart council for those outside or at the edge of Humblewood.
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