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Post by PotA Dungeon Master on Nov 20, 2019 0:41:13 GMT
The group, having made recent connections and a common goal in travelling to Red Larch, leave the inn they stayed at and continue West on the road to Red Larch. The day presents a bright sun and blue sky's for the journey. The group continue on past wagons that seem to becoming from Red Larch, filled with different sorts of merchandise or trade goods.
After a half a days journey on the road, winding through fields and rolling hills, the scenery doesn't let up, and the group find themselves in hills that partition into fields and pastures by fieldstone fences or hedges that surround Red Larch. Beyond that, about a mile or so, cultivated areas give way to unspoiled wilderness. Miles of hills, woods, and grassland stretch on as far as the eye can see, filled with plentiful of wildlife.
As the group move into Red Larch, they find themselves stood at a central crossroads of the town. Buildings fill both sides of the town, on both the north and south roads leading through. An inn, by the name of the swinging sword can be seen not far up the north path, and directly opposite, a tavern with the name the Helm at Highsun, can also be seen.
Many wagons are on the streets, either parked up, or currently making a pace through the towns main roads. Dozens of people also walk through the streets, either carrying goods, or just enjoying the bustle of the town.
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Post by patoriginal on Nov 20, 2019 1:55:41 GMT
“Thank ye all for the trip, it was rather enjoyable. I’ll more than likely be staying at the tavern tonight, if you all would like to meet up again. In the meantime, however, I have my own business to take care of.”
Xander walks away, and upon rounding a corner asks the nearest person for directions to Lorren’s Bakery. When he finds directions, Xander follows them to the bakery. When he finds it, he walks in, in search of the owner, Lorren.
“Hello, I was told you could help me out... The uh... The Zhentarim recommended you”
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Post by Deleted on Nov 20, 2019 2:39:29 GMT
"Yes, Baeshra will sleep at tavern as well. We shall share a drink. Now i head to the bath house, i meet someone important. Humans can join if they have buissness there"
Baeshra walks towards the bathhouse, not at a rapid pace but not leisurely either. She enters and looks around for Haeleeya Hanadroum. After she finds her she would ask to speak to her immediately.
"I dream of a big evil. A medusa creature. Haeleeya knows anything of it? Baeshra must do something . Cannot ignore the dreams."
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Post by kingthundernuts on Nov 20, 2019 20:15:51 GMT
"I'm okay with that. See you all tonight"
Once the others are gone, William will ask around about the Allfaith's Shrine and where it's located. At the shrine, he'll ask to speak to Imdarr Relvaunder.
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Post by Randall Grim on Nov 26, 2019 5:31:24 GMT
“It was a pleasure to share the road with you lads, and hopefully we can share a tankard or two again...”
After saying goodbye Randall will discretely move away from other merging into the crowd (stealth +3). Once he believes not to be noticed he will ask to the bystanders the directions to Lorrens Bakery and proceed into that direction.
Once he arrives there he will pass the entrance and observe thee entrance for a while, trying to identify from the outside anything out of the ordinary. (Perception +1).
Once he believe to be safe he will enter the place and will pretend to be looking for the exposed goods inside.
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Post by PotA Dungeon Master on Nov 26, 2019 12:01:54 GMT
Bashera Asking around for directions to the bathhouse, a few people veer away from you. You are able to find someone who doesn't seem to worry about your form. "Yeah, head up there and you'll see it on your left. Flowers and all that." He continues on with his day.
You walk into the northern road of Red Larch and your nose picks up the floral scent drifting towards you. You can see barrels, that are filled with many flowers of different varieties, flank the entrance to the small building. The windows are also decorated with boxes that also house many other flowers, all beautiful and complimenting the flowers next to them.
You walk inside and are greeted with a very tidy room with a set of double doors on the other end of the room. Currently in the room is a female human, with brown, flowing hair and immaculate skin, with no blemish marks at all. She currently wears a blue gown that flows down her voluptuous body. She greets you with a smile and listens as you talk. "I am Haeleeya Hanadroum." She says with a pleasant smile and continues to listen.
When you finish talking, her brow furrows slightly. "And what member of the enclave has sent you my dear? Right now, I have not heard of any medusa like creatures, but I will find out what I can."
William Without problem you are able to find the large grand stone mansion that is the Allfaith's shrine. The two wide, wooden doors are painted with the symbols of many different deities, and are currently open.
Entering the shrine, you are me with the sight of a plain chapel, where a stone altar stands at the end of the space. Two figures are stood there, heads bowed in sermon. Your echoing footsteps alert them and the female figure lifts her head and approaches you. She is dressed in a white robe, with gold trim, and has a beautiful complexion. "Sune's blessing on you child. Have you come to devote time to your god?" Her voice sweeter than honey. "Yes, Father Imdarr is just over here. He will be a moment." She smiles delicately and proceeds to take her place next to the altar again.
A few minutes pass before Father Imdarr lifts his head and bows to the female priest, and turns to your direction. He is dressed in a golden plate mail that is adorned with the symbol of a flaming sword. You recognise this to be the symbol of Tempus. "Yes, how may I help you?" His voice a droll, monotone.
Xander Asking around for directions to the bakery, you are easily able to find it in the north stretch of Red Larch. The smell of freshly baked bread fills your nostrils as you get closer. You can see a small building with glass windows on either side of the door. In the glass windows are many delectable pastries and bread rolls. The most prominent ones seem to be buns with melted cheese on top, with mushroom pieces mixed in.
You enter the shop and can see a man with his back to you, currently kneading out some dough, while furnaces burn hot to the side. You ask your question to the man and he turns quickly at the mention of Zhentarim. "Fool. Keep your voice down!" He glares at you slightly, checking behind you to make sure you are alone. He wipes his hands on his apron and nods. Looking at him now, he is a slightly rotund man, with a balding head.
"And what is it they told you I could help with?" He asks quietly and gives a quick glance behind you. You hear someone enter behind you and can see Randall, the man who travelled with you to Red Larch. "Afternoon, sir. What can I interest you in today?" Mangobarl asks the gentleman.
Randall You are able to blend yourself in with the crowd well. No-one seems to take a glance at you at all. You manage to ask someone for directions to the bakery, and they point you towards a small building on the western side of the northern road.
You walk past the building and observe it from the outside. The smell of freshly baked bread fills your nostrils as you get closer. You can see a small building with glass windows on either side of the door. In the glass windows are many delectable pastries and bread rolls. The most prominent ones seem to be buns with melted cheese on top, with mushroom pieces mixed in. You can also see the back of Xander, the man you travelled to Red Larch with, currently inside talking with the proprietor and do not notice anything out of the ordinary.
You enter the establishment and the man behind the counter acknowledges you. "Afternoon, sir. What can I interest you in today?" He chirps, with a big grin.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 26, 2019 13:37:58 GMT
"You know The Bear? He tells me to go to find you. Baeshra doesn't know if he is member or just friend. He lives in the wild, no towns."
She leans in closer and speaks more quietly for a moment. (stealth +2 if needed)
"I also saw a glowing gem, hidden in a vault deep in the earth.. It must hold great power. Baeshra must find it."
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Post by patoriginal on Nov 26, 2019 15:11:48 GMT
“I’m sorry, I’m sorry. I won’t do it again.”
Xander says to Lorren, before turning to Randall
“Hey, friend, I didn’t expect to see you again so soon...”
He returns his attention to Lorren
“Maybe we can go somewhere a little more private, not immediately, but at some point... I’m seeking information about some marauders that were said to have passed through here, I have a bone or two to pick with them.”
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Post by kingthundernuts on Nov 28, 2019 2:50:07 GMT
"Yes, Ah will pray hwhen Ah've spoken to Father Imdarr. Mah thanks. Sune's blessing on you" William says warmly
When Imdarr approaches, William nods respectfully to him
"Greetings Warlyon Imdarr. Ah'm William James McCoy, a membah of the Order of the Gauntlet. Ah've bin sent ta investigate rumors of ah fire cult in the area, and was told you may have more information. Do you know of them?"
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Post by Randall Grim on Nov 29, 2019 23:03:32 GMT
Randall looks behind his shoulder to make sure the three are all alone in the Bakery (perception+1)
Providing they are Randall slowly moves towards the two man chatting slowly removing his hood allowing them to clearly see his face. They can now see a tiefling with small horns indicating his young age. They can also note clearly a pronounced difference in his skin tone above his forehead making quite obvious his using an old man disguise.
He then says to the baker:
“You can cut the act Mangobarl fortunately its just me and we are not in trouble”
And then addressing Xander with a dry and rasp tone:
“Hopefully for us all we are in a safe environment. Lets hope next time this is granted by care instead of by chance. We were not properly introduced yet... Randall is my name and discretion is my trade... and I intend to keep it that way...”
Then looking back to Mangobarl:
“Is there a place were we can speak in privacy?”
If Randall perceives there are others at talking distance he well answer Mangobarl without removing his hood and while keeping his head down.
“Hello there my lad I was wondering how much those cheese covered loaves are?”
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Post by PotA Dungeon Master on Dec 2, 2019 17:19:06 GMT
Baeshra The woman looks you up and down as you speak and smiles. "My dear, I know of many bears. I trust your word, for now.
Your dreams sounds ominous. I can have my birds listen in and find information." She leans in an stage whispers.
"I do something for you, and you do something for the enclave? I'll put in a word for you and we can enter you in the ranks? Could do with more eyes and ears out here in the valley." She leans back and rests her hands on the counter, awaiting your response.
William The father looks at you, his eyes sullen and his lips lie expressionless. "Yes, I was informed you were to arrive. Welcome to Red Larch. It has seen better days for sure but the faith in Red Larch remains a beacon standing as strong as it ever has been.
There have been expected reports of bandits and Uthgardt tribe members as usual, but only whispers of cultists. I will look more into it and find these fire cultists if you say." His voice monotone and droning.
"Meanwhile, stay in Red Larch and devote your faith to this beacon we walk in. While here, there are other things that require the Gauntlet's eyes and mine are only few.
The workers of the stone-works have refused to work at night due to being frightened by figures in stone masks creeping around at night and watching them. This has caused an even larger backup for the business. This is also a step towards cleansing Red Larch of darkness.
Approach Albaeri Mellikho and ask about the figures, see if they know any more than the workers. It's in the north of town." His face not having moved from the empty expression that he had before speaking.
Randall,Xander He eyes both of you in his bakery. He takes a quick glance behind you both before walking from behind the counter and towards the door, closing it and flipping the 'open' sign to 'closed. Returning to the counter, he closes the ovens and turns them off, significantly diminishing the heat in the building.
He then walks towards the door behind the counter and gestures for you both to follow him. As you both get closer, he turns and points at Xander. "Be careful with how much you run your mouth, boy. I assume your new but keep it down, you hear. Randall here could show you a thing or two." He glares before turning and leading you both through he door into a small corridor with two doors at the end of the corridor, both going left and right. He leads you into the left door.
Walking into the room, you can see a neatly decorated living room with nothing to indicate any Zhentarim business. He sits down on an arm chair in the corner and holds out his hand, suggesting you both sit of the sofa that lays opposite.
"So, what is it you both would like to talk about?"
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Post by kingthundernuts on Dec 2, 2019 22:44:21 GMT
"Thank you, sir. Ah'll do what Ah can ta help. Ah'll visit ta quarry as soon as say mah prayers and leave here."
A touch of concern forms on William's face
"Ah mean no disrespect, sir, but ya look like a bad stretch of trail. Are ya getting the rest ya need?"
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Post by patoriginal on Dec 3, 2019 12:10:46 GMT
“Thank you sir, and again, I won’t make the same mistake again.”
Xander says while sitting down, looking abashed.
“As for what we must discuss, I’m in search of a group of marauders... for both personal and other reasons. They wore stony armor, and i was told that they passed through here recently. A contact of mine said that you would be able to at least point me in the right direction. And any information would be greatly appreciated”
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Post by Deleted on Dec 3, 2019 18:13:27 GMT
"Ominous, yes.. very ominous. Baeshra has never had such bad dreams before.." She ponders for a second. "Yess, Baeshra helps the enclave. The bear said the enclave is good people. Where to begin helping?" She tries to smile back when answering but her lizard features make it look slightly creepy.
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Post by Randall Grim on Dec 4, 2019 14:23:18 GMT
"Well, I beleive we can speak now. Its weird that you question my intend in comming here. I was hopping you were properly briefed by the organization."
Says Randall to Mangobarl with a slightly worry in his voice, and then proceeds.
"I´m hear to know more about my current assignement: our erratic friend from Waterdeep. You were supposed to offer me more information about him"
Them, after quickly looking to Xander without hiding his unease in being in his presence, he resumes his speech with Mangobarl:
"About this.. hmm.. gathering.. I find very dificult to believe this is all but a happy coincidence.... Care to share what is really happening?"
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Post by PotA Dungeon Master on Dec 7, 2019 20:24:29 GMT
Baeshra Haeleeya smiles at your response. "We do try our best. Well, my birds have told me that a group of marauders have captured a bear and parade it around as a pet. Free this bear and teach the marauders a lesson?" She raises her brow. "Where they are, I am unsure of. But Constable Harbuk might know about groups of bandits in the area. You'll find him at the butchers south of here, on your right." She smiles at you again pleasantly.
"I will also look into this gem you speak of, but I offer no promises." She winks in a friendly manner towards you.
William "No, I am not. Something is troubling me, but those are matters for me and Tempus at the moment. Now, please come pray with me for as long as you wish." He briefly turns and walks back to where he was stood when you entered. He bows his head and chants a small prayer in a language you do not understand.
Randall,Xander Looking at Xander, he nods his head. "Yeah, seems a lot of weird people have been spotted around the valley. Haven't heard of any in stone armour though. Especially not here in Red Larch. I'll see what I can find out though."
He then continues to listen to Randall. "Woah,woah,woah buddy. I wasn't told shit by the Zhentarim, alright. I've had my ear to the ground for the last few tendays and nothing has come my way. However, I have heard about something big that might get the Zhentarim a notch up in the world." He smiles and winks.
"Ah yes, Thurl Merosska. We've had our ears out for him for a while. I've nearly pinpointed where he may be, but time is required friend." He nods deeply to you. He then claps his hands
"But there are other things that are bothering this town and I'd like to get rid of some of these problems. Maybe that's where you two come into play." He leans back in his chair.
"Pell Mhandyver, the little girl at Mhandver's poultry, had a run in with a 'ghost' down at an old tomb, just outside of town. Maybe you two could investigate and see if there might be something that someone is hiding?" He tenses his lips in a questionable manner.
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Post by kingthundernuts on Dec 7, 2019 20:32:25 GMT
William follows and stands next to the priest. He lowers his head and says a small prayer to Tempus. Afterward, he leaves the Allfaiths Shrine and ask for directions to the quarry to the north
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Post by patoriginal on Dec 10, 2019 22:39:47 GMT
“Um... sure, I suppose I’ve got next to nothing to do while I stay here”
Xander says, seeming sort of nervous and slightly squirmy in his chair
“A uh... a ghost you say? Well, do you know and thing else about it? Do you think it’s REALLY a ghost? And what do we- meaning all three of us- gain from doing it as a whole anyways? I don’t suppose that you’re just interested in it for the good of the people?”
Xander, at this point, is sitting upright in his chair, but slumps back down after his rapid-fire
“Sorry for all the questions sir, I’m probably getting ahead of myself”
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Post by Deleted on Dec 11, 2019 10:39:24 GMT
Baeshra frowns. "They disrespect bear? Horrible. They will be taught a lesson they will never forget." She says while clenching her fists. She exhales and composes her self.
"Thank you for looking into gem.. I leave to see butcher now. I will return with good news of a free bear." She adjusts her robes and begins to walk away. "Have nice day. Will see you soon."
Baeshra takes her leave and heads south towards the butcher. When she arrives she would ask for Constable Harbuk.
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Post by Randall Grim on Dec 13, 2019 19:29:32 GMT
"Well, I guess since we are not making progress with the previous assignement it would not be a bad idea to proceed in other direction.."
Randall proceeds while looking to Xander briefly, and then back to Mangobarl:
"But our talkative friend here has a very good point indeed, why should we temper with a ghost that so far meant no harm for any of us? I believe we could of course investigate given the proper... hmm.. incentive. You know I´ve been searching somebody for a while and it would be great if we can put our little birds spread around the land to help me in this task."
Says Randall with a mix of joy and grief in his voice, as he briefly recall the faint memory of Ava in his mind, while instintively touching his silver star badge before continuing:
"In any case I believe it would be good to first check with this girl if this ghost-thing is worthy of our time.. some coins as a reward or payment for releasing the village of this threat would also be of no harm. Where can we find her?"
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