Hall of Evil

[Lochar]

She looks at Kithas, "Sooo... you have a blood sample?" She gives him a toothy grin. The old wizardess has perfect teeth.

Kithas

"Yes I do, three seperate vials. And I've a request to make with them, as well. Once we're in safer and quieter quarters to make such a request."

[BlueWizard]

Merianna looks down her nose at Kithas, "Hold on."

-Bamf-

Suddenly the countryside of Gethry is far behind you, and you all find yourself huddled in a dark stone room. Avery lights a lamp, and looks about.
"Galorine?"

"Beneath Galorine. Come on. So, Brother Kithas, I think we can work something out. Are you willing to submit to experimentation? We are unsure how controlled we can make this."

She will lead you down a dark stone hall. Kithas swill see these walls are ancient, and probably built by dwarves. You are likely fairly deep in the earth.


Elf Sorcerer Items:
Scrolls:
3 Fireball
2 Lightning Bolt
4 Magic Missles {5th level}

Potions:
4 CLW d8+1
3 CMW 2d8+3
{OOC- I was expecting him to last a little longer... alas, more for you. }

[Lochar]

Kithas

Kithas nods. "If nothing else, only one vial would be needed for myself. The other two would be to do with as you all please. I would prefer a natural were's ability, instead of being as one afflicted. I also have scraps of the creature's human form flesh, but I don't know if that would do anything for you all. Maybe as a graft, but I can't see it doing much, as I didn't collect much either."

[Maurkov]

Hiram

"Beware putting too much faith in wizards. Present company excluded. I hope to see you again once you have tamed your inner beasts. I will dispose of the souvenirs and plan on retaining an artificer. Does anyone need anything crafted during the tribulation?"

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I don't know if you'll allow an item that grants +n to the Control Shape skill. As previously suggested, Hats of Disguise might come in handy. Silme wanted an enchanted bastard sword, yes?

[stimpius]

Tamis

Appearing and staggering a step to the side Tamis fumbles and looks up at Hiram and Avery.

"You guys really don't trust me. Pfft. Not like I'm stupid enough to fight all them at once. Thanks though Hiram.

Anyway someone said something about getting to play as a werewolf....."

With this she will leap to the side and make growly noises.

Then standing up straight and attempting to look dignified she walks over to one side and asks,

"Is there anything we need to do or should know about this city if we're to stay here a while? Or are you letting us loose to play?"

With this last couple of words a wicked grin will spread across her face.

[Tar Palantir]

Silme speaks to Hiram, "Yes, a bastard sword, if you can. Use your own judgment in the particualr enchantments, though I prefer magical ice to fire or lightning. Just take the cost out of my share of the treasure." He then turns to Merianna. "So, let us get on with this, shall we? The sooner we start, the sooner this is over with." He has the appearance of one who is using haste to cover up real concern, but those with a keen eye for such things can tell that it's not a facade; he actually doesn't care. Few men are so jaded and world-weary to dismiss a lycanthropic infection, but apparently Silme is one of them.

[Maurkov]

Hiram

"Yes Silme. I will see what can be done.

"Tamis, before I sell these things, I will ask you: Have you picked up anything else that ought to go through the divvy? Before you answer, you should know that I have accumulated sufficient power to discern lies."

[BlueWizard]

OOC- Finally back!

Merianna nods at Kithas' interest in becoming a controlled lycanthrope. "I will see what I can do, but I will say this, the whole process is a little chaotic, and we can't guarantee any results."

Merianna leads on in the dark underground corridors, and gives Avery a look, "This might've been easier than I thought. Getting people to risk the affliction is quite rare."
Avery only smirks silently, following along as if she knows these underground halls well.

Merianna talks on as you walk, "The guild has given me the chance to offer you each your own guild-suite. Small, but well furnished apartments. Mostly the basic living stuff, but you can supply it as you like. Things are quite safe down here, for we wizards of the guild deter theft... with death. No-one likes those who steal from their allies. Even thieves. There is even a lab where you can build your items, even buy supplies to help build them"
To Tamis she says, "You are free to roam the guild underground, and the above city, as long as you take the secret access points. Once again, violating these laws by showing unwanteds down here will result in your and their death. Galorine is likely the most savvy city in the empire since Dominus was destroyed. As for playing, just don't rob the wrong people, don't get caught, pay your guild fees, and all will be fine."

To Silme she adds, "If you want, I can take you to the wizards now. We are in no rush, the onset time will be a few days still. I thought you might get acclimated to your new surroundings."

OOC- We can work on a control shape item... I also will let some time pass down here, so you guys can organize your PCs. Magic item lists and Merianna's future FREE identify is on the OOC-thread.

[Lochar]

[FONT="Times New Roman"]OOC- Finally back!

Merianna nods at Kithas' interest in becoming a controlled lycanthrope. "I will see what I can do, but I will say this, the whole process is a little chaotic, and we can't guarantee any results."

Merianna leads on in the dark underground corridors, and gives Avery a look, "This might've been easier than I thought. Getting people to risk the affliction is quite rare."
Avery only smirks silently, following along as if she knows these underground halls well.

"Which would be why I want to watch your process on Silme and Tamis first. If I do not like how they turn out, I can just withdraw my interest. After the last attack we had though, is what would change my mind. I am interested more in the increased strength and health that the were have."

[stimpius]

Tamis

Sitting down in the passageway looking offended when Hiram asks if she has aquired anything she hasn't put into the party pot she will empty her pockets and pack and you will only see what you would have thought she would have had.

Standing up and repacking everything she will say

"Please can i go first with the were thingy thing? I wanna know what will happen and whether or not its fun.

Is there anywhere in particular that is good on prices and don't worry anyone attempts to follow me back into the underground passage's they will die. Unless its one of you lot"

[BlueWizard]

Merianna looks admiringly at Kithas. "I like this dwarf. The Norkan Hellish Council told me you were special. Perhaps, you can help and learn." She gives him a smile, that seems all too friendly and might make a young dwarf uncomfortable, as he can almost feel her undressing him with her aged brown eyes.

Avery says to Tamis, "I'll take you to a guild shoppe underground. You and I can get a 10% discount for being a member. You might, of course, be buying fenced items, but the dealers usually try to wipe all identifying markers from their products."

The passage leads to stairs, and you will begin climbing up.

The group can split now, and I'll run a split post, or we can continue to where Merianna leads.

[Lochar]

Kithas

While she commands, Kithas is willing to let Merianna do as she pleases. He will make note to himself slights he takes though.

"My Lord has gifted me with powerful magics today, and I have decent skill in healing. I would not mind helping."

[BlueWizard]

Merianna still looking at Kithas as she lead upwards, "Yes, I think you will be a good addition to the Hall of Evil."

[stimpius]

Tamis

To Avery; theives cant.

"Well then lets be off, don't want to take anymore time than necessary, I feel in need of a rest anyway. And need a quick word with you. Alone."

To the others;

"Im just gonna go shopping for a bit. Then i can come back and if you need me for experiments Merinna im more than willing.

Hiram is it possible for you to enchant anything other than weapons? And if so what with? I'm willing to pay of course. "

[Maurkov]

Hiram

"Someone else will be enchanting the weapon. I... Well, these are examples of my work." Hiram shows his Circlet of Persuasion, Cloak of Resistance, and Periapt a Wisdom.

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Hiram can't cast Cat's Grace nor Fox's Cunning, so he can't help you there.

[BlueWizard]

Avery and Tamis:
Avery will be pleased with Tamis' choice, and at some point in this underground will take a branched hall, that will lead to a ladder. This ladder leads to a sewer duct near an alley. Then the city proper will be entered.

This is a stunning city with magical and non-magical airships passing overheard, streets packed full of diverse humans, and many with silver slave collars on. This is a huge city, and likely anything or anyone can be found here. For better or worse...

She will smile as Tamis walks with her. They will merge with the crowd in a middle-class residential neighborhood that is low populated right now. The business districts are packed. Many horses, wagons and other vehicles provide dense traffic jams along the way. "Where to now, milady. You can see why we moved operations below ground."


Walk to Guildhall:
Merianna will take notice of the items Hiram shows.
Most of you end up here. Coming from a secret passage in the kitchen, you will enter a great casino room, with many gambling types, and gorgeous whorey-looking woman. Merianna will try to push through this mess of guild-people, but not without drawing attention. She is well-known, and everyone turns to look at the new-comers. A few rough-type men give Silme a nod.

He's never met members of the warrior-guild, but he'd guess they'd look like these big lunks lounging around the many activities here. Also here are crafty, cunning thieves types, and even a few other professions you might not want to know of.
"Plenty of time for this if you want. You're suites are not far."

A great bar with many liquors and beers is here, and many stand about this and drink.

[Lochar]

Kithas

Kithas looks at those drinking and nods. "An interesting bunch, no doubt. Will we be seeing our suites next? Or another locale? I must admit, this place is extremely well done, for how deep it must be hidden."

[stimpius]

Tamis

Slipping the cowl snuggly from her shoulders to cover her face and features Tamis nods to the others and turns to follow Avery at the intersection

'Theives cant'

"Seems like a big city, if this language shouldn't be used around here tell me which I should slip into m'dear.

(Assuming this is fine)

Essentially m'dear I'd be looking for a magic bow or possibly something that makes me stronger. I hate being this weak and it would rather help me in what i wish to move into, on that note do you have any contacts for your particular line of work?

And a couple of other questions, what do you suggest i do if i am pregnant? Yes George found the note and handed it to me.

And whats the guild actually like? Is the city fun to play in assuming we don't cross the wrong people? Or do we have to do boring things like wait?"

She will say all this without once looking across at Avery her eyes always roving the streets and windows specifically looking for anywhere that looks like it might be moderatly rich without having some stupid form of protection where she could have some fun and not have high risk.

Sliding into the busier streets she will make sure her head and face is still cowled with the locks escaping a little and her leg sliding out of her slit'd armour now and then, not that she can compete next to Avery but is probably better than most in the city district.

[BlueWizard]

Guild Hall: {Hiram, Kithas, and Silme}
Merianna smiles, "This area is not deep. Even the King has been here, but he really just works for us. We just keep his harem full of beautiful women, and he does whatever we say. I will take you to your suites, right this way."

This great casino room is left behind, and you will pass other chambers, like a thief training complex, even an underground arena. There is a whole city beneath Galorine.

Not far from the casino will be an elevator, which may be a strange bit of technology to you all. She will take those with her into the small room, and command it to go to level 6. "We'll keep you all together. This elevator is magic, so only those residents can access each floor. We have already provided access to you. You, of course, can bring other guests to your chamber if you want. IF they are guild approved. Plenty of Ladies-of-the-Night around here to keep you company. Avery is one part-time. So was I long ago."

There will be a long hall with many doors spaced far apart. You will be given a large apartment with one bedroom, a bathroom with hot-cold running water.

OOC- I will allow a little of your own design here if you want, but you basically have a suite that any noble might be jealous of. You might even think 'what does the King have, if I have this?'


Tamis in the City with Avery:
Avery speaks in Thieves cant with Avery as they walk, though she tries to keep it subtle, "The first thing to know is that this city is fair game. If you don't have enough protection... well, too bad for you. You may want to check on who you're robbing, because it could end up being the King's baker, and then you'd piss off a lot of people.
As for a long bow, I recommend getting one from the guild. We can get a good 10% discount off standard prices there. When we go back below I'll show you where."
Avery seems to be avoiding the pregnancy issue as she tours with Tamis by the plush rolling hills of the wealthy estates. Finally she will touch on the pregnancy, she turns a little cold and serious, "I'm here to make sure you have the child... and when you do, the guild won't let you keep it."

[stimpius]

Tamis

Theives cant

"So when you threatened to kill me back there, you never meant it.

You well the guild wants to see what happens when a lycanthrope gives birth if they even can don't you.

What even makes you so sure I am pregnant m'dear?

And on something completley unrelated, have you any contacts for your line of work? That is NOT the uhm handing out of the body business, I can do that well enough all ready."

With a wink she'll turn and start walking back into the city, always with a sharp eye out for any possible threat now she has absorbed the rest of what there is to see.

"Oh and can we get fancy arrows back at the guild as well m'dear?"

[Maurkov]

Hiram

Hiram surveys his room. "It's good to be reminded of the lifestyle we're fighting to protect. Please show me to the workshops."

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Sigh. Why do all the wondrous items I want take up the head and neck slots? What would it take to start adding prayer beads to his Periapt of Wisdom?

Hiram would like to move up to full plate, but Endurance lets him sleep in medium armor without penalty. Are there any special materials (besides mithral) in your world that will make an armor 1 category lighter? If not, Hiram will have his BP enchanted to +1 (1000 gp).

During the downtime, Hiram will:

Find MW bastard sword and an enchanter to make it +1 frost (for Silme)
Acquire 500 gp worth of onyx, 25 gp of powdered silver, and a vial of unholy water, and a MW buckler (715 gp)
Find an enchanter to add "Hat of Disguise" to his Circlet of Persuasion (2700 gp)

Enchant 2 elixirs of sneaking (250 gp and 20 xp; 2 days)
Enchant 2 doses of silversheen (250 gp and 20 xp; 2 days)
Enchant 2 pearls of power (1st level) (1000 gp and 80 xp; 2 days)
Enchant a stone with Continual Flame (50 gp)

Carouse (100 gp)

Later....

When Hiram can catch up with Tamis, he takes her aside. "Tamis, I owe you an apology. Twice have I slandered your honor. I wish to atone." He gives her two vials, "Elixirs of Sneaking, made by my own hand."

[Tar Palantir]

Silme sat down on his bed, swinging his shield off of his back. The once-pristine face was now marred by nicks and dings, and a long line across the silvery wolf's head, made by a sword or an axe, he could not tell for sure. Setting to work, he smoothed out the dings, restoring its flawless surface and gleaming shine through raw effort. When he was finished, all that remained was the long slash across the wolf's face, crossing its eye like the old wound of a battle-scarred veteran. Like me, he thought. He left it as it was.

With this he turned to his sword. The blade was notched and pitted, dulled from much use. He had taken it from the cold hands of a filthy commoner he had beaten to death with his bare fists. Even after all these years, it still did not sit right in his hand. He hefted it in his hand, and flung it into the wall, the blade remaining, quivering, where it struck. With a damp cloth, he cleaned the grime of the road off his bejeweled scabbard and belted it once more around his waist, now empty.

[BlueWizard]

Beneath Galorine:
Merianna will take those interested to an underground forum, with many stalls, and many wizards about hired to protect these valuable businesses.
It is an underground Acropolis, but huge. With many shoppes pushed into one great hall. The ceiling here is decorated like the night-sky, with many gods and goddesses highlighting the ceiling.

Mithral can be bought for 10% discount, with your new and official guild membership.

Hiram will have to spend a little time to make his potions, of course...
{OOC- But, I am going to let you players control the time for a bit, so I may pass a few months or so, unless you have other plans. }

Silme will find even a small training space in his apartment, if he wants, but there is the Guild Gym too, if he needed lots of space, and even fellow opponents to battle. There is a gladiator guild too, and the Arena is a huge business here in Galorine. The smaller Arena is also available to apply for fighting.


Tamis in the City:
Avery nods, and smirks a little, "No... I wouldn't have killed you... just knocked you out maybe... and we know you are pregnant... because Merianna and I made sure at the mayor's house in Gethry. You don't remember, because you'd been drugged." She waits for Tamis' reaction, surprised the elf is taking all this well.

When Tamis walks away Avery nods, "Any kind of arrow you can afford... with our discount of course."

[stimpius]

Tamis

Theives cant;

"Mhm one question well two actually.

Firstly; what do you expect me to do when im like 7 months gone? Wont be very practical for me to go adventuring.

Secondly; when do we get to test out my new 'disease'"

When she approaches one of the entrances to the sewer and underground passageway to the guild she will take a careful look around and if she notices anyone point them out in the cant to Avery, if not she will clamber on down.

[BlueWizard]

Experiment Results:
Pending......

OOC- Some PM's coming.

[BlueWizard]

Four months will pass in Galorine. Tamis is secluded for a long time. Even she will forget what has happened to her... she might not want to remember. Kithas and Hiram will be told that she no longer has to worry about her child. Silme will find he has some control over his form, but if he takes damage he could lose it. Hiram and Kithas are to keep a close eye on this one. Tamis will be under the care of Merianna for a little while.

Kithas is in the library, looking for lost valleys. There are a few with some dinosaurs out there.

Each of you may have undergone a change, or are considering future alterations.
{OOC- I allow even cyborgs, but usually other PCs don't like it, but I keep it balanced. And DM-smackdown is always an option. }

OOC- Anyway, we can roleplay out anything here of import, in the four months, but you will all be summoned to meet the High Guildmaster in his underground mansion. Merianna and Avery will accompany you, but will remain in the plush sitting hall. Only the four survivors of the Tinker Gnome raid will be allowed into the inner sanctum of the high Guildmaster. Silme, Kithas, Tamis, Hiram.

A dark-cloaked wizard will take you part of the way into a great decorated hall. Here will be the Guildmaster, and two pretty red-headed ladies, and a big mean looking thug. The wizard will leave quickly, leaving you all alone here.
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