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2008-12-19, 02:00 PM (ISO 8601)
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Re: Auromar: Beginnings and Endings (IC4)
Kjapp
Happy to have another conversation to distract him from Anura and Hist's current back and forth he turns to Grazys.
"I haven't heard of Jenamie, would she be the equivalent of Krista here? Do you know which forest she hails from?" he thinks for awhile, still trying to place the name then shrugs and gives up.
"So what's interesting about this Intisa women?"Last edited by Greymist; 2008-12-19 at 02:03 PM.
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2008-12-19, 02:35 PM (ISO 8601)
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- Sep 2005
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- Edmonton, Canada
Re: Auromar: Beginnings and Endings (IC4)
Reid grins up at Freeman.
"Many thanks. Be right back."
Touching Yggsdrasil as gently as he can, Reid focuses on opening a portal back to where he left the refugees, and steps through. If there are no problems or changes, he calls out.
"All right. We'll be stepping through a portal to a sacred grove. Please be respectful of it, and of its guardian, a kind soul named Freeman. Once we're all there, we'll be stepping through another portal to the far side of the forest. Thanks for your patience. We'll be getting underway.
Reid responds to any questions, and then reopens the portal to Yggsdrasil. As he realizes that Intisa isn't with the group any longer, he begins to ask some of the assembled townsfolk if anyone saw her leave the group."We are what we pretend to be, so we must be careful about what we pretend to be." Kurt Vonnegut
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2008-12-19, 02:59 PM (ISO 8601)
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Re: Auromar: Beginnings and Endings (IC4)
The group comes through and is quiet. When asked, Intisa had made it into the woods with the group, and walked off, speaking of wanting to view the woods.
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2008-12-19, 03:16 PM (ISO 8601)
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- Sep 2005
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- Edmonton, Canada
Re: Auromar: Beginnings and Endings (IC4)
Reid
Reid shrugs at the news - he supposes that it's her business, and hopes that Krista's spirits will look kindly on the visitor.
Once everyone is through, Reid opens up a portal in Yggsdrasil to the trees at the Eras side of the forest, and beckons the others to pass through. As they go, he'll do his best to offer a personal farewell to each, or at least as many as he can remember from the past three weeks.
"Farewell. Good luck. I'll look you up in Eras. I hope that idea for a shop works out for you. Pelor's blessings on you. Have a safe trip!""We are what we pretend to be, so we must be careful about what we pretend to be." Kurt Vonnegut
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2008-12-19, 05:28 PM (ISO 8601)
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- Jun 2007
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- Trogland.Texas.DFW-ish
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Re: Auromar: Beginnings and Endings (IC4)
Grazys
Grazys shrugs as his face flushes a little from embarrassment. "I dunno how similar ta Krista she is. I just know she's a powerful fey spirit. Ta clarify, she's known in Tellar an' helped move troops inta Pyrosia with portals that no one who traveled through them could remember any details whatsoever. Sorry for tha confusion of my misrememberin'."
"Intisa actually has a pact with Jenamie for power. Similar, I think, ta a warlock's bargain, but with less a fiendish source," he chuckles.Last edited by GimliFett; 2008-12-19 at 05:36 PM.
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2008-12-20, 01:16 PM (ISO 8601)
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- Jul 2006
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- Los Angeles, CA
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2008-12-20, 01:24 PM (ISO 8601)
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- Mar 2007
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- Not where you're looking
Re: Auromar: Beginnings and Endings (IC4)
Hist
Hist isn't taken with the playacting. He smiles gently at Anura.
On that principle, don't I know that Pygas is redeemed? Or is their some differentiating factor that has escaped me? Both times, we have been told these key facts by our gods. Gods we have faith in.
And yet you told me to doubt Pygas, to look for alternate explanations, just in case. Is it not safest to apply such rational universally? Boccob is not the One, but his motives are ever inscrutable...
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2008-12-20, 02:15 PM (ISO 8601)
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Re: Auromar: Beginnings and Endings (IC4)
SpoilerPlease don't attempt to godmod. Hist can misinterpret things if you choose, but absolutely nothing in my post indicated Anura was anything less than sincere.
Anu
"I really have no idea what you know, or don't. But I know that I have spent years studying the intricacies of magic, both arcane or divine, and I understand the power that Boccob granted me. I know that I take my promises and obligations very seriously, and I have never broken an oath. I know that Boccob will not interfere in what we do, because His non-interference is one of the central tenets of the faith. The All-Knowing will provide guidance, if asked. Sometimes, in truly exceptional circumstances, He will provide more direct aid, as He seems to be doing now by naming me His champion. But otherwise, he allows us to succeed or fail in our endeavors based on the choices we make. So my answer to your earlier question remains a firm 'yes.'
"Now, we agreed to defer further discussion until at least after Reid returns. I have a great deal to record and would like to at least make a start of it. Please leave me in peace for a few minutes."
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2008-12-20, 02:38 PM (ISO 8601)
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- Mar 2007
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- Not where you're looking
Re: Auromar: Beginnings and Endings (IC4)
Hist
SpoilerHe simply doesn't trust her. Wasn't trying to godmode Anura into lieing.
Hist looks on the verge of interference
Never trust a wizard writing something. It could be your death.
None the less, he slowly gets up.
I'll take a walk. I won't go far
He makes for the door. Unless someone tries to stop him, he'll walk outside, and try and get some air, walking around a tad.
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2008-12-20, 05:14 PM (ISO 8601)
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- Feb 2006
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- Missouri
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Re: Auromar: Beginnings and Endings (IC4)
Uri
Uri follows Hist, keeping him in sight and walking a ways off himself. After a moment bows puts his fingers to his lips and lets out a piercing whistle. A shining light swiftly descends from the heavens resolving into a brilliant white pegasus armored in shining chain. Wally my old companion. We have much to talk about. The pegasus snorts and walks beside the paladin talking with him quietly out of earshot but within easy sight of the others.Excellent Avatar of Uri by Retun of Lanky (Aka Lanky Bugger)
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2008-12-20, 07:12 PM (ISO 8601)
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- Oct 2007
Re: Auromar: Beginnings and Endings (IC4)
Kjapp
Kjapp looks on as Hist and Uri file out then adds mostly to himself "I wish I had know about Intisa earlier, now I'm curious."Last edited by Greymist; 2008-12-20 at 09:07 PM.
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2008-12-22, 09:38 AM (ISO 8601)
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- Jun 2007
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- Trogland.Texas.DFW-ish
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Re: Auromar: Beginnings and Endings (IC4)
Grazys
"Sorry 'bout that. Hist's revelation and the other conversations just seemed ta override my thoughts on Intisa. So tell me 'bout your connection here now, eh?" Grazys asks good-naturedly.I have returned!! Not that most of y'all know whom I am.
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2008-12-22, 11:05 AM (ISO 8601)
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Re: Auromar: Beginnings and Endings (IC4)
Kjapp
"In the past few weeks exploring the forest here, I've come to see the regrowth, the signs of the return of animal life, and well...I've been content here. A few days ago after I meet back up with Anura I went to see Krista and asked if there was anything I could do to help with the restoration of the forest and" his lips curve up in a smile and eyes lost focus as he unconsciously puts a hand to his chest "she offered me the opportunity to become her champion."
His eyes regain their focus as he continues "I don't have any weird powers like Anura, being able to channel curse energy, but I can feel a connection to the forest now. You may have noticed Sarai calling me the voice, all the creatures of Krista's realm now recognise the mantle."
He pulls a ring out of his pocket and flips it in the air before catching it. "Though there has been another change" he lifts the edges of his unbuttoned shirt drawing attention to his lack of armour "I seem to be able to absorb sunlight now" he shrugs "I can't really explain the feeling."Last edited by Greymist; 2008-12-22 at 11:08 AM.
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2008-12-22, 11:11 AM (ISO 8601)
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Re: Auromar: Beginnings and Endings (IC4)
Grazys
"Interestin'. Sounds like a lot o' responsibility, too, mate." An eyebrow arches. "Like a photosynthetic barkskin?" Grazys inquires. "Nice. An' useful."I have returned!! Not that most of y'all know whom I am.
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2008-12-22, 12:55 PM (ISO 8601)
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Re: Auromar: Beginnings and Endings (IC4)
Anu
As Hist departs the globe, Anura opens her journal with relief and begins writing.
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2008-12-23, 05:10 PM (ISO 8601)
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- Oct 2007
Re: Auromar: Beginnings and Endings (IC4)
Kjapp
Kjapp pinches his forearm between a couple of fingers "Barkskin no, though photosynthetic is probably a good way to describe it...as long as you don't have me with a salad. " he snickers "I don't feel hungry any more, just thirsty"
His expression sombers somewhat. "As for the responsibility yes..." he pauses "I'm rather conflicted between trying to perform the task set before me and learning more about the curse and the how the energy will be used."Last edited by Greymist; 2008-12-23 at 05:10 PM.
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2008-12-23, 05:29 PM (ISO 8601)
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Re: Auromar: Beginnings and Endings (IC4)
Grazys
The binder strokes his goatee as he considers Kjapp's information. "So if ya're not wearin' armor, what're ya doin' ta protect yarself, mate? An' what exactly are yar responsibilities ta tha forest?"I have returned!! Not that most of y'all know whom I am.
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2008-12-23, 06:22 PM (ISO 8601)
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Re: Auromar: Beginnings and Endings (IC4)
Kjapp
He shrugs "I don't know, I feel far too comfortable here to wear armour, I figure once I leave I'll put it on. Anyway, have you seen me run? I don't think anyone could keep up with me if I chose to withdraw from a fight."
"My responsibilities...I've vowed to take Krista's word to the heart of the land where our combined voice will command the seeds to restore the land to how it was before the curse, beyond that, to be honest I'm not sure"Last edited by Greymist; 2008-12-24 at 08:32 AM.
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2008-12-29, 06:35 PM (ISO 8601)
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Re: Auromar: Beginnings and Endings (IC4)
Uri
After a short bit of flying on his own Uri directs wally to land. Wally swoops down to land easily near the group, harness and barding jangling with his steps. Uri dismounts and they walk up to Grazys and Kjapp.
Uri gives a pointed head shake in the direction of Hist and Wally turns and watches the Warlock wander around. Turning to the other two Uri says evenly I am having some severely conflicted problems with this whole mess. Has this been the sort of thing that has been common on your mission thus far? I am used to fairly black and white issues being handed to me.Excellent Avatar of Uri by Retun of Lanky (Aka Lanky Bugger)
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2008-12-30, 09:55 AM (ISO 8601)
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Re: Auromar: Beginnings and Endings (IC4)
Grazys
A wide grin spreads across the binder's face. "Mate, there's more gray on this continent than one would think possible. An' it's not so much a mission that's been handed ta us as it is a decision we brought on ourselves ta handle. Mostly, anyway," Grazys adds with a chuckle.I have returned!! Not that most of y'all know whom I am.
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2008-12-30, 12:33 PM (ISO 8601)
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- Sep 2005
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- Edmonton, Canada
Re: Auromar: Beginnings and Endings (IC4)
Reid
As the last of the townsfolk depart, Reid squeezes Sarai's hand.
Well, that's that, then. I suppose we should get back.
The desire to linger is evident in both face and voice. But, as always, duty comes first."We are what we pretend to be, so we must be careful about what we pretend to be." Kurt Vonnegut
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2008-12-30, 01:32 PM (ISO 8601)
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Re: Auromar: Beginnings and Endings (IC4)
Reid:
Spoiler
Sarai shakes her head. "We have a little while yet, my love. There is always the inevitable things that happen to slow down people, so why don't we take advantage of that time?" Sarai's hand grips Reid's as she smiles mischievously at him.
OOC:SpoilerYes, she's suggesting what you probably think. No, I'm not going any further into detail. Your choice.
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2008-12-30, 02:30 PM (ISO 8601)
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- Sep 2005
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- Edmonton, Canada
Re: Auromar: Beginnings and Endings (IC4)
Reid
Spoiler
A part of Reid's brain is deeply bothered by the idea that he can be so easily swayed from his clear path of duty by so trivial and base a function.
A small part of his brain.
A vanishingly small part of his brain.
A short time later, Reid teaches Sarai the intricacies of helping someone put plate armour back on. And then the two of them head back from whatever glade she guided them to, via Yggsdrasil, to the others."We are what we pretend to be, so we must be careful about what we pretend to be." Kurt Vonnegut
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2009-01-02, 12:33 PM (ISO 8601)
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Re: Auromar: Beginnings and Endings (IC4)
(I was under the impression we were waiting on Reid to return to the group))
Uri
My lord has warned me that this was such. I may be a little slow to react and accept all of this but I will cope as necessary. He looks to Anura, Hist ad the others It sounds as there is a semi-unanimous decision to move onto the burial grounds, or holy lands, whatever you want to call it. Are we going to Eras first or are we leaving for there now?Excellent Avatar of Uri by Retun of Lanky (Aka Lanky Bugger)
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2009-01-02, 02:29 PM (ISO 8601)
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Re: Auromar: Beginnings and Endings (IC4)
Anu
Anura glances up from her journal.
"Eventually, sure. But it seems to me that a journey to the thousand-year-old battleground can wait another few days. Dealing with the summoner should be our first priority, assuming he is still alive." She smiles, but there is no humor in it. "With this group's luck being what it is, I'll bet a hundred gold pieces that he is not only alive, he's gained horrific new powers from being blended to a yeth hound. Any takers? Anyway, I'm willing to attempt a scrying once Reid returns. We can even try to teleport to him if the scrying is successful. Though both spells carry risks."
She waves a hand in the direction that Hist walked off in. "But, again, before we go anywhere I think a decision needs to be made about the divine energies- what we've already collected, at great cost, and what we will encounter in the future. I've already explained why I think we cannot continue as we have. That decision may affect a lot of other things."
She pauses and looks at Uri specifically, remembering his earlier comment.
"And I am hoping that when the time comes to make that decision, or other important decisions, everyone here will have the courage to weigh in. These are literally world-altering issues we find ourselves grappling with. And I know I didn't come to Auromar because I expected or wanted to influence the fate of the continent, or a fallen god, or a powerful fiend. But that is the burden I've accepted...that I think we've all accepted, one way or another."Last edited by guardinal; 2009-01-02 at 02:34 PM.
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2009-01-02, 04:23 PM (ISO 8601)
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Re: Auromar: Beginnings and Endings (IC4)
Kjapp
The sunlight glints off the silver head of an arrow as Kjapp draws it and twirls it in his fingers.
"Pessimist" he grins "I just hope these abilities don't include an almost total invulnerability to anything but silvered weapons and magic like those doggies, I don't have many of these arrows left."
His grin loses hold as he speaks again. "I think agreeing what to do with the energy already collected may be a moot point if Hist wont give it up. I do wonder if he should commune with his god and ask about energy we come across in the future though. Who knows, Pygas might not object to having it in Boccob's care." He shrugs.
((OOC: Ugh, I never worked out how many silvered arrows Kjapp has left, will have to quickly go back over the combat posts))Last edited by Greymist; 2009-01-02 at 09:04 PM.
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2009-01-02, 07:15 PM (ISO 8601)
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Re: Auromar: Beginnings and Endings (IC4)
Uri
Worry not about my courage, madam. I did not think I had all of the information to be able to make a decision at that point. There are may things that have come to light about what is going on here that have changed how I may have made that decision. I was also unsure about my position in the heirarchy of power within the group, and still am in some ways.
I am used to rank and structure, answering my commands and making decisions from there as I have worked largely independantly for a long time. In the church Reid and i hold similar ranks in vastly separate arms of the church. In this group I am still trying to find out who leads and who follows. If there is any of that going on at all. The conversations happening today have been enlightening and disturbing, to say the least.
Honestly I think that Boccob may be the most impartial place to store the power. Unless something else comes to light I think that I would cast my vote that way.Excellent Avatar of Uri by Retun of Lanky (Aka Lanky Bugger)
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2009-01-03, 08:00 AM (ISO 8601)
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- Jul 2006
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Re: Auromar: Beginnings and Endings (IC4)
Anu
Anura nods. "I meant no offense, Saer Uri. I just think difficult decisions should be faced head-on if possible. And I certainly hope letting Boccob hold the energy will be the course of action we agree on. But I'll be open to hearing alternatives, if any arise."
She dips her inkpen in the ink again and continues writing.
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2009-01-03, 11:30 AM (ISO 8601)
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Re: Auromar: Beginnings and Endings (IC4)
It is about this time that Reid and Sarai step back through an opening portal in the trees.
Sarai seems to fairly glow internally.
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2009-01-03, 03:11 PM (ISO 8601)
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- Oct 2007
Re: Auromar: Beginnings and Endings (IC4)
Kjapp
Noting the arrival of Reid and Sarai, Kjapp calls over to them.
"Reid, how did it go with the refugees, didn't have any problems getting them all through the forest did ya?"Last edited by Greymist; 2009-01-03 at 05:01 PM.