Chapter 1: The Enemy in Shadows

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Jun 3, 2025 9:48 am
Artur looks at the Bretonnian for a short while before answering, in correct if a bit hurt Bretonnian, with a somewhat forced smile. "Thanks for you offer, but I don't do games."

He feels compelled to add: "And I don't gamble with offerings or help."
Jun 3, 2025 10:24 am
kwll says:
Artur looks at the Bretonnian for a short while before answering, in correct if a bit hurt Bretonnian, with a somewhat forced smile. "Thanks for you offer, but I don't do games."

He feels compelled to add: "And I don't gamble with offerings or help."
The Bretonnian nodded, a charming smile flitting across his face as he gave you a nod, adding in Bretonnian:

"Of course, my friend, of course! I only like a good game now and then, and as you can see, pickings are slim."
Jun 3, 2025 12:19 pm
"Well if it is the request of a holy man I suppose I should heed it lest I offend where luck itself comes from and as such is hall have to stop here, good game my friends" Agnes will get up clearly not wanting to push his luck more by playing further
Jun 3, 2025 12:59 pm
tacokarp says:
"Well if it is the request of a holy man I suppose I should heed it lest I offend where luck itself comes from and as such is hall have to stop here, good game my friends" Agnes will get up clearly not wanting to push his luck more by playing further
The Bretonnian, looking somewhat hurt, puts on his best pleading voice.

"Monsieur, do not so quickly abandon ze gentleman’s game! We are, ‘ow you say… just ‘aving a friendly game, n’est pas? Monsieur, you would not want a ‘umble Bretonnian to believe zat ze brave men of ze Reik were, ‘ow you say… afraid of a simple game of chance?"
Jun 3, 2025 6:44 pm
Agnes sits with the Dwarven slayer, the dichotomy between this Svegnir and the other Dwarf, Grotnar, was rather interesting. As was the card game though she certainly felt that watching would be far better than participating. Winning a game of chance as a wizard would assuredly bring calls of cheating.

To Svegnir she apologizes, "My apology my mind went to the game. I do agree with your opinion though. Coin will be necessary in the city, especially if I wish to get back to the college."
Jun 3, 2025 7:18 pm
Ysolde says:
Agnes sits with the Dwarven slayer, the dichotomy between this Svegnir and the other Dwarf, Grotnar, was rather interesting. As was the card game though she certainly felt that watching would be far better than participating. Winning a game of chance as a wizard would assuredly bring calls of cheating.

To Svegnir she apologizes, "My apology my mind went to the game. I do agree with your opinion though. Coin will be necessary in the city, especially if I wish to get back to the college."
The Bretonnian offered a wink and a nod to Agnes, his handsome features twisting into a smile.

"Mon cherie, per’ap you could take your Boatman friend’s place if ‘e ‘as, ‘ow you say… lost ‘is nerve for ze game, ehhh? Come! Play with me, I ‘ave no fear of a wizard, nor of a woman! I ‘ave broken too many ‘earts to ‘ave fear of breaking anuzzer, ehhh?"
Jun 4, 2025 12:16 pm
OOC:
Anders is basically sure at this point that this guy has some trick he is attempting to pull can he roll intelligence to see if he noticed anything off during the round he played?
Jun 4, 2025 12:58 pm
tacokarp says:
OOC:
Anders is basically sure at this point that this guy has some trick he is attempting to pull can he roll intelligence to see if he noticed anything off during the round he played?
OOC:
Roll a Challenging (+0) Intuition test
Jun 4, 2025 1:35 pm
Anders gets a feeling that something is indeed off thinking and begins thinking further on it
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Rolls

Intuition - (d100)

(24) = 24

Jun 4, 2025 2:11 pm
tacokarp says:
Anders gets a feeling that something is indeed off thinking and begins thinking further on it
OOC:
Its pretty obvious to you that he is planning to lose intentionally again, to lull you into a state of security, only to then play for real when he inevitably gets you to up the ante. This man is a professional card shark.
Jun 4, 2025 2:18 pm
[ +- ] Agnes
"Agreed. It would be wise to bring numbers, and I have some small trust in the lot of you. Assuming, of course, our friend here doesn't lose all his coin to that man."
Jun 4, 2025 4:32 pm
Anders while not wanting to get scammed, can respect someone trying to hustle a little coin using their own set of skills and so despite thinking her has figured out the trick will decline to take advantage of the additional hand he could win. (he will however whisper to his companions his suspicions)
Jun 5, 2025 1:45 am
She shakes her head apologizing to the gentleman, "Apologies sir, but I need the coin I have you seem far too skilled at this game and I have never played."

As for Svegnir she nods, "I appreciate even that small amount and can only hope we might strengthen that bond."
Jun 5, 2025 1:56 am
Ysolde says:
She shakes her head apologizing to the gentleman, "Apologies sir, but I need the coin I have you seem far too skilled at this game and I have never played."

As for Svegnir she nods, "I appreciate even that small amount and can only hope we might strengthen that bond."
The Bretonnonian gave a wry smile, standing, and bowing low before Agnes…

"Mon Dieu, it would appear zat I ‘ave… ‘ow you say… Overplayed my ‘and, ehhh? A pity! I should ‘ave enjoyed to furzer make your… ‘ow you say…? Acquaintanceship! I am skilled in many arts, mon Cherie, not merely ze art of cards. Bon nuit, Messieurs, boatman, dwarf, et Monsieur Man of ze Cloth. I retire to my room. Sometimes when you gamble, you lose, ehhh?"

Unless someone stops him, the Bretonnian retires to the upstairs with a sweeping bow. Thoroughly disgusted by the company she has, the noblewoman snaps her fingers, and she and her servant and bodyguard retire for the evening as well.
Jun 5, 2025 8:18 pm
Grotnar, miffed at having lost the hand resists the urge to call him back. Grotnar struggles with losing, but he follows Anders lead in not continuing. "It was a pleasure losing some money with you Monsieur Phillipe. I will stop the bleeding now before a trickle becomes a stream. Do enjoy the rest of your evening."

Grotnar will get up from the table, shrugging to the rest of his comrads as he walks towards the group "Another round folks?"
Jun 6, 2025 2:21 pm
Artur answers matter-of-factly: "Keep at least 3 shillings for the coach, lest you will have to find another way to travel. Or another way to earn coins..."
Jun 7, 2025 2:42 am
"I suppose so Grotnar. The real question before we sleep is do we answer this ad on the morrow or just move along. What say you all?"
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Jun 7, 2025 5:21 pm
Grotnar orders another round for the group. "Never been one to turn away opportunity."
Jun 8, 2025 9:29 am
"Do what you will. I will ride the coach tomorrow with Svegnir." answers Artur with a somewhat detached tone.
Jun 8, 2025 9:42 pm
"I would rather have you with us Artur. Your healing skills would be useful. I don’t think I could condone just going without you. I suppose there will be other opportunities." She sighs at the missed opportunity.
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