Scene 1: Arrival

Tonby will secure his room Kaya's after if finishing with the merchant. Coming in behind and saying "Same as my friend, please and thank you." He places a gold on the counter. Once he has his room, he goes and quickly changes. He is now dressed in jungle fashion. He puts his armor back on, and takes his great sword with him, but leaves his pack, glaive, and javelins in the room. He also takes his water skin.

When he returns from his room he looks to Elster and Larsie and says, "There's gladiator fights if you care to join me and Yendil." He makes sure his water skin is full while he talks. "Take it easy today, take in the new sights, and enjoy some of what this place has to offer."

Kaya’s House of Repose
Innkeeper notice Larsie's pendant and ask if she has beet to the Temple of Savras already. You learn that in this city there is a Temple of Savras at Merchat's ward and how to find it (uphill wet of harbor).

Place mariners avoid? Can't think of a place where you can't see a sailor. innkeeper don't understand Elster's question. Perhaps you mean The Old City? It is run by "beggar princes". Most of the residents are lower-class laborers or struggling artisans who can’t afford the higher rents of homes inside the city walls.Grand Coliseum is not far from the inn and it is grand indeed - you did notice it At Grand Coliseum
This stone arena is the site of gladiatorial games. Statues of the arena’s greatest champions line the tops of the Grand Coliseum’s walls. A walking by chultian shows you one one of the city’s current merchant princes. Ekene-Afa gained fame and fortune as a gladiator before retiring from the arena to become a trader and politician. he explains.

Once inside you could see two gladiators fighting on the arena, demonstrating decent skills. Tonby don't believe he would be able to stand against either of them in 1:1 combat even if weather be more of what he is used to.What next?

"I usually try to avoid direct confrontations, but I'll have this just in case." he says, patting the mace hanging at his waist. "Hopefully it's enough of a deterrent"
"I think we are going to chat with some locals, nothing too taxing, but I plan to be back here in time for dinner." Elster replies. "Maybe stop by the temple the innkeeper mentioned."

Feeling a little more comfortable that at least one of them is armed, Larsie resists the urge to run back to the room for her sword.

"Avoiding confrontations would be best." she agrees with Elster's sentiment.

Larsie is anxious to visit the temple, believing that they'd be willing to openly share any information they may have with a fellow follower. But not wanting to appear overly excited about the prospect, she simply offers...

"Perhaps we can stop by the temple quickly on our way back here at the end of the day. I'd like to have a quick chat with those in charge to see what information that may be willing to share. In the meantime, however, let's go meet the locals."

"Great, let's hit the market first, look around a bit. I do want to get more appropriate clothing eventually. That should give us plenty of time at the temple." Elster says as they head out. He plans to just go to the market, or any crowded area, and attempt to make contact with any criminal or shady looking types.

"Yendil, whenever you wish to go to the coliseum, I am ready, it doesn't appear that anyone else will be joining us," Tonby says firmly to Yendil. He was ready to ease into things. No need to go somewhere that will get you into trouble or ask the wrong kind of question to the wrong person while in unfamiliar territory. The coliseum would most likely have betting and drinking which would have a certain level of criminality come with it and would most likely yield information.

Elster take time to walk through red bazaar. He noticed that locals hide any purse well below their dress so you could guess he must easy find some pickpocket, but he can't find any. He then recall on their way to the inn party passed buy a large pavilion that seems to work as a marketplace. Spending more time there he fails again. Only as he walks the streets full with people he finally notice pickpocket following him and obviously looking for the right moment to steal.

At Grand Coliseum
Fights are scheduled every 15 minutes. One is over now, but you can wait for other fights they inform you.
For Tonby's surprise any betting places are closed and he only find one shop selling something like a hot-dog and an amber-colored drink (a mug costs 4 cp). Tej, fermented alcoholic drink made from honey. Chult's special. you get an explanation. It appears betting and drinking is mostly happening during the big holiday event. If you are into betting wait for dinosaur racing tonight. If you are not afraid to go outside city walls - visit Executioner’s Run by SW city gates. You can still get there in time for today's punishment that will happen in an hour. some local suggests.

Larsie, not looking for anything in particular, takes in the sites and sounds of the bazaar as her and Elster walk about the area. Still feeling the effects of the heat, she keeps her pace nice and slow.

Tonby will get a mug of the drink and tip the shopkeeper a copper piece then he will look for a decent place to watch some of the fights from before heading back to the Inn after a bit.

Elster spots the pickpocket and quietly says to Larsie "Ah, I think I've found who I'm looking for. This shouldn't take long". Just before the thief decides to strike, Elster uses his magic to distract them with a whisper in their ear; 'No, not this one' , and then Elster says aloud, "Here's a chance to make a quick, easy, and honest coin. 1 silver if you introduce me to your boss, and another if you tell me where I can buy an outfit to blend in and doesn't make me look like such an easy target."

Ashamed at her lack of awareness of the situation, but now fully aware of what's happening, Larsie's training quickly kicks in. While Elster is interacting with the would be thief, she scans the area for potential threats looking to take advantage of the ongoing transaction - while not so subtly checking her pockets to ensure her own coin is still with her.

Yendil nudges Tonby "What a shame that we couldn't bet on the fights anymore. That dinosaur racing does sound exciting, does it not Tonby? Though outside of the city walls sounds more like something after a few good nights of sleep. From what I've heard it is dangerous outside of city walls." After seeing a few fights with Tonby, Yendil would like to stroll around the city. Getting familiar with the lay of the land, and where most of the highlights are. If he will not find it himself, he will ask the locals if they can show him the way to the library in town. He would like to try some local street food, but since he is still not used to the heat, he'll be wise and go for some bread, a stew and some ale.

Everyone traveling around realize locals are dressing more colorful and extravagant than you are used to in the Baldur's gates, not just rich but everyone.


Larsie has been following Elster at a distance as he asked to. She observes

Elster is approached by a pair of passing-by locals when he pronounce verbal component of his spell : Using magic in the city is prohibited unless you have a permit from Wakanga O'tamu's. Do you? the thief answers sit, he is just new in town and were truing to impress me, no harm done, I will educate him on our customs the pair seems to satisfied and move on. Thief turns back to Elster ans suggest: How about you give me 2 silver and I will try to help you with whatever you are trying to achieve here in the city best of my abilities. No promises thought. Will you trust me?


Yendil is disappointed to figure out there is no library of any king in the city. Spending an hour Yendil walks around the East part of the city noticing following:

- Flowers, green plants, and vines grow everywhere, seeming to spring out of the building stones themselves. The profusion of greenery needs constant tending to prevent roots and shoots from damaging buildings or tile roofs.

- Tabaxi minstrels wander the streets, performing for anyone who tosses them a few coins.Tonby enjoy the strange drink that surprising provides a refreshment, not only an alcoholic joy. He watch more fight and realize gladiators be of a similar skill level. Back at the inn he notice tables are mostly empty and barmen explains that people will be gathering later - when temperature drops, but suggests Tej at the same price if Tonby want to to spend time waiting.

Tonby will take another glass and some food, he will ask the bartender, "What do you recommend to eat here for someone new to the city?" He knew he would have to get familiar with the cuisine eventually.

"Was it magic? Was it your conscience? Was it the whisper of the gods? Who's to say?" Elster jokes, glad that they have chosen not to escalate the situation. He made a mental note to look into this 'magic permit' later though.
Elster begrudgingly hands over 2 silver. "No actually I don't trust you, likewise I'd not expect you to trust me . But perhaps we can help each other. Scratch my back and all that eh? We're in Chult to help people, to try and break the curse that plagues the land. Something tells me we're going to need all the help we can get, no matter where it comes from. For now, any information you have would be useful. Anything odd or out of place been happening?"

Kaya’s House of Repose - bar New to chult? We have a Dimetrodon stew for day's meal - free for you. that's included in your 1 gp per day. But I personally prefer tender fish better than tough reptile. Except of course Plesiosaur steak, but that's rare catch and damn expensive. Nine silver a piece, who can afford that? Talking of the local cuisine, I can give you this for starters
He offer you crunchy small fish, fried with salt. And since there are little to no other patrons in the tavern at the moment he asks you some polite questions, like where are you from and how do you like the weather so far.

City Street near sea Yendil is looking at an impressive statue at the center of the harbor that seems to represent a king in full regalia, resplendent in a loincloth of leopard skin and a headdress of feathers, shells, and tyrannosaurus teeth; draped in a cape of girallon fur and monkey tails; and wielding the strange oval shield and weapon like big javelin.

A passing buy person explain That's Na N’buso, the Great King.
Seeing your interest he continue
Do you know - the statue isn’t nearly as ancient as the mythic king it portrays. It was erected just five years ago, at a time when Port Nyanzaru was flexing its new mercantile muscle, to impress on foreigners that Chult is an independent land with a glorious history.
My name Chiwa he finally introduce himself.

Elster and Thief conversation
Curse ? What curse? You mean death curse that only affects the rich people who denied the death one? That's only fair you can't buy life for money. looks like the thief is very little worried about your cause. He comes closer and whispers the rest of the message: But hey, if you are helping rich people, they pay you well, don't they? I wouldn't mind share some of that money. You can certainly hire me and my partners to "help" you at a reasonable price, but let's go to my place to discuss details in private.

Elster knows Larsie is nearby but thief obviously invite only Elster at the moment. Would he introduce the fighter at a risk of scaring thief away?

Disappointed by the lack of a library, Yendil continues his stroll around the east part of the city. Stopping at the harbor, he stares at a huge statue in the middle of it.

Yendil smiles when the stranger starts to elaborate on the statue. "Nice to meet you Chiwa, I'm Yendil and I just arrived from Baldur's Gate a few hours ago. Thank you for sharing! This statue does look magnificent. With an appearance like that, he must have been a perfect model for a sculpture of this grandeur. Do you know why they chose to honor Great King Na N'buso specifically for this statue? I mean, there must have been others who left a mark in the history of Chult, as his powerful presence can't possibly be the only reason.
Five years ago you said, was there a sudden change in leadership, or income for the city at that time?" Yendil smiles at the man, happy that he is able to learn about the history of this land still covered in mystery.

"I really need to get some new clothes." Larsie sighs, realizing that she sticks out like a sore thumb in her clothing.

She does her best to not draw attention to herself as she shuffles about pretending to window shop, all the while keeping an eye on Elster and the thief.

Yendil and Chiwa
The fey days Yendil had before teleportation was spent researching Chult history and recall it used to be a monarchy though it was not easy to find any details on Chult history Yendil Gcant recall King Na N'buso name.

Chiwa laughs The statue isn’t nearly as ancient as the mythic king it portrays. It was erected just five years ago, at a time when Port Nyanzaru was flexing its new mercantile muscle, to impress on foreigners that Chult is an independent land with a glorious history. he stop laughing and add seriously It was not built to honor ancestors. Nothing is
You can hear a note of disappointment in Chiwa's voice.


Larsie at Red Bazaar
Larsie find dress that both looks good on her are is well suited for the weather. Merchant selling the dress is complaining about his dress supplier Razira not disappearance lately. The good news are however that the size/style Larsie chosen is unusual and not sold out yet.