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Post by Alfie on Apr 27, 2021 21:23:51 GMT
"Mikey bought dinner, huh. I've always known him to be generous. And I'm sorry I missed it too. I'd love to say I was busy studying the whole time, but this guy," referring to Reggie, who has sense jumped onto Aunna's shoulder and is keeping a very watchful eye on Glom, "just wanted to play. I did however make some progress in my personal studies and learned all of the new spells that were in this spell book we found. Some of them should prove useful too." Alfie produces the book from his satchel and places it on the table. "There are some offensive spells here, but nothing that is secret of forbidden. We might be able to sell this and recoup some of our money. To Obaya perhaps? I'll find her when we're done here."
Alfie thinks for a moment before finishing with, "I bought dinner the other night. Mikey bought dinner last night. Aunna bought food and water for the next leg of the journey." He looks to Behemoth, "Looks like breakfast is on the big man." Alfie laughs and takes another bite.
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Post by Drake/Xynon on Apr 27, 2021 21:28:38 GMT
Behemoth looks around as if to find 'the big man', "You mean me...," he sighs, "But I bought food too," he opens his backpack revealing his stash of rations, "Urgh! Alright," he looks to Alfie, and Reggie, "But no liberties."
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Post by Alfie on Apr 27, 2021 21:48:02 GMT
"Durnan your finest breakfast ale!" Alfie jokingly says. "Thank you." he says to Behemoth.
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Post by DotMM Dungeon Master on Apr 28, 2021 0:50:11 GMT
Everyone Glom looks up from her bowl of breakfast as Behemoth gives her the choice, showing a slightly puzzled look. "Down to Glom? Glom has choice?" Her face consorts into a frown as she thinks about it. "Glom never has choice. Glom is yours and Glom will do what you say." She then stares into her bowl.
Durnan brings over another round to you all and grabs empty bowls while Behemoth pays him 1 gold and 5 silver pieces for the breakfast and drinks for everyone. "Hey, y'all might be interested. I got a patron who is looking out for people heading down into Undermountain. Something about keeping an eye out for something and elves. Not too sure really, but you want me to send him your way? He's normally in the area around his time of morning." Durnan asks with a raised eyebrow as he pockets the payment for breakfast.
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Post by Drake/Xynon on Apr 28, 2021 11:54:00 GMT
Behemoth looks at Glom, "You always have a choice," he smiles, "And Glom, you're not ours."
As Drunan speaks he looks to the others and shrugs, "We'll be down there anyway so why not?"
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Post by DotMM Dungeon Master on Apr 28, 2021 12:35:07 GMT
Everyone Glom pays attention to Behemoth's words and gives a small nod before looking into her bowl, sitting silently as she processes what she was just told in her head.
Durnan gives a smile and a light pound on the table with his fist. "Excellent. I'll give him a call. Should be here in around an hour at max if you're not rushing off anywhere. Nice man, little odd, but he has a good charm about him." Durnan chuckles before turning to continue about his business within the tavern.
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Post by Alfie on Apr 28, 2021 12:53:55 GMT
"Welp," Alfie says taking big glug from his cup, "Seems like we have about an hour to kill. I see Obaya across the room. I might hit her up real quick to see if she's interested in a book of magic rather than magic items. After that, if you think we can make it there and back in time we could run to the your place," gesturing to Behemoth "to see if Glom wants to stay there long term. Or we can chill here and go after. Im good either way. Think about it and I'll be right back." With that, Alfie finishes off his juice, and starts off to Obaya.
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"Mrs. Obaya! Good morning! Sorry to bother so early, but my companions and I will be diving back down for a bit and we had one more item I was wondering if you'd be interested in." Alfie produces the spell book. "The book itself isn't magical, though there are many spells inside for one that is inclined to learn them. Is this something you would be interested in as well?"
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Post by Mikey on Apr 28, 2021 14:05:03 GMT
Mikey stares off nodding as Behemoth indicates to Durnan to send over whomever was seeking something within the Undermountain. "Savir had mentioned a secret door within a broken sarcophagi, surrounded by seasonal forest down within the Undermountain." Mikey stares off chewing his meal absentmindedly before remembering. "Thanks for Breakfast Behemoth. It is greatly appreciated."
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Post by DotMM Dungeon Master on Apr 28, 2021 22:52:27 GMT
Alfie Obaya looks up from a book she is reading to greet you with a smile. "Good morning to you too. You need not worry about bothering me." She nods and smiles before raising an eyebrow at the book you produce. Holding out her hand towards the book, you hand it to her and she starts to flip through the pages. "Yes, I am interested in spellbooks too as I told you when we first met. Give me a moment and I shall determine the value for you now." She purses her lips as she spends the next few minutes reading over all of the noted gestures and symbols, humming slightly to herself as she does so.
"Well, it seems there are some good spells in here. I could offer you another 25 platinum for this book if you wish?" She closes the book and slides it across the table slightly towards you, keeping her hand on the cover as she waits for your response.
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Post by Alfie on Apr 29, 2021 14:13:32 GMT
"Sold." Alfie says casually, gently sliding the book back.
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Post by DotMM Dungeon Master on Apr 30, 2021 1:53:05 GMT
Alfie You slide the book back into Obaya's hands and she places it next to her own book she was reading before reaching for a small pouch. She then counts out 25 platinum pieces into three piles before sliding them towards you. "It seems we are building quite the business relationship. Keep it coming if you will." She offers a gentle nod and waits for any more responses before excusing herself and taking her book and the newly aquird spellbook upstairs.
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Post by Alfie on Apr 30, 2021 8:40:11 GMT
“A pleasure as always.” Alfie says collecting the money. “I trust that we’ll keep collecting so long as you have the coin. Until we see you again!”
Alfie walks back to the booth the rest of the party is still sitting at and takes his seat. “Twenty-five more.” He says and begins to count out, “Six for each of us with one leftover. For the bag?”
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Post by Mikey on Apr 30, 2021 16:39:33 GMT
Mikey takes his platinum from Alfie, "Thank you, one for the bag is a good idea. We have some coin in there already."
Mikey smiles but it fades as he looks down to his half eaten meal. He pushes forward toward Behemoth and Glom. "Before we leave here, I wonder if we should discuss a few things." Mikey looks about the group but rather than linger for approval he continues talking. "Aunna here has taken Luth's place, I am glad you are with us Aunna but I also worry as to what happened to both Luth and Stitch."Mikey looks to both Alfie and Behemoth. "Should we try and get word to him or should we take our chances that we find him in the under mountain?"
Mikey doesn't wait for an answer before continuing, "We should also discuss our parties own discourse." Mikey voice changes slightly as if quoting words from someone else. "A lack of moral can cause even the greatest armies to crumble." Mikey's voice becomes shaky, "if we continue as we are, I am afraid one if not all of us will end up dead or lost down there." Mikey's gaze shifts to the hole leading to the undermountain. "I would like to apologize first" Mikey says to the group, "with those monsters disguised as barrels, I couldn't help but be in awe of how they were able to be indistinguishable from the other Barrels, such a gift is truly a reflection of Gond's will." Mikey eye's try to meet each of the party, "but my idea of trying to tame one was unfair and selfish, I put myself at risk and put both you Behemoth and you Alfie in a position of conflict." Mikey bows his head. "For that I apologise."
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Post by Alfie on Apr 30, 2021 17:56:09 GMT
Alfie slowly looks to each of the other three members of the group before offering up his response. "I am grateful for Aunna. Not just her assistance so far down in the dungeon, but for the fact that you seem willing to go back down with us. I don't know your intentions, but you have proven yourself worthy of at least my trust. As far as Luth goes, I think it may be a good idea to try and make contact with him. But I have no earthly idea where he could be. I will say, I've always known him to be very capable as a solo act. I've made use of his services a few times in the past either personally or on behalf of the Blackstaff or the Watchful Order." Alfie looks to Aunna, "Aunna, where were you right before you appeared in the dungeon with us? We've never had time to talk about that."
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Post by Drake/Xynon on May 1, 2021 0:08:43 GMT
Behemoth looks towards Glom and her bowl of food, if it's empty and she's eyeing the Mikey's proffered bowl he splits it evenly with her, otherwise he has it to himself. "She's earned my respect," he looks towards Aunna, "You're a fine archer, a valuable ally down in Undermountain and I hope a friend."
He waves a hand dismissively at Mikey's apology, "Just don't blame me next time I retaliate when one of the monsters you," he looks at each of the three, "Failed to tame attacks you," he glances longer at Alfie before returning to his meal.
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Post by Mikey on May 1, 2021 9:50:30 GMT
Mikey's hands clench before relaxing once more before Mikey looks to Behemoth ready to catch his gaze. "No Behemoth, that is not acceptable for me, your immediate grasp to violence when we are pursuing merciful or peaceful solutions does not work for me."
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Post by Drake/Xynon on May 1, 2021 9:54:53 GMT
"Fine, should I just let it kill you next time?" He slams a hand down on the table, "Mercy will get you killed," he stabs a piece of breakfast meat
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Post by Alfie on May 1, 2021 11:38:52 GMT
With a sigh, Alfie slowly shakes his head. He looks up and begins to address Behemoth but stops and focuses on Aunna. "Im sorry. It seems there are more pressing matters."
Alfie turns to face Behemoth. "You are an impressively gifted fighter. It is rare to meet someone with such raw athleticism and combat prowess. All of this is self-evident from the bit of renowned and titles you have earned in the arena. For that, you have earned my respect. But I do not trust you. I do not trust you because you let your anger and rage get the better of you and you act without thinking. That has severed you exceptionally well in the past but does not always work outside of the 'control' of the arena." Alfie turns to address Mikey before speaking more openly to the group. "Maybe the decision to tame the barrel was dumb. And maybe the decision to tame the owlbears was dumb. But shouldn't the decision to end that plan and attack come from the one who is attempting it in the first place. I'll be the first to admit, I am more of a strategist than a tactician. I have the tendency to think long term and I resist making split second decisions in the thick of things. I know you are not one for talking things out," he says bringing his attention back to Behemoth, "but combat is not always the answer, and we will obtain far more benefits through diplomacy than we will through violence. There is a time and a place for everything, and I promise when it’s time to give someone the gift of death, I have and will use my abilities to make you that much more deadly. I've done it for you once already and that is only one of many gifts I can bestow. I want to trust you and I believe one day I will. But you have to try harder to read a situation and not let anger and violence be the first choice."
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Post by Drake/Xynon on May 1, 2021 11:44:04 GMT
"You know what!" He slams his fist on the table, "Fuck this!" He gets up and leaves.
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Post by Mikey on May 1, 2021 12:18:20 GMT
Mikey watches as his Behemoth gets up from the table. He seeths in frustration for a moment, "fuck!" Mikey gets up and follows after Behemoth. Trotting after him at first so that he can walk beside him. Mikey walks beside Behemoth in quietly seething for a few moment's before suddenly giving a deep exhale, "do you mind if we talk privately Behemoth?"
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