[pnpgm] Game update #47 - File #190 - A shotgun wedding?
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HT Alias/Player Character Name Type Status/Notes Sex
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R3 Balrog................Balrog............Warrior.Normal/Human Ma
?? Chris Wells...........Ben'dar...........Warrior.Normal/Human Ma
R4 Tom Crockett..........Caladan...........Wizard..Normal/Human Ma
R1 Marcel Liberty........Chion.............Sailor..Normal/Human Ma
W3 Ryan Torres...........Farseeker.........Warrior.Normal/Human Ma
W2 Sergi Sallent.........Jordi.............Wizard..Normal/Elf Ma
R4 Tim Falkenberg........Malradh ben Kasha.Merc....Normal/Human Ma
R3 Wayne Richardson/Uji..Thig..............Sidh MU.Normal/Faerry Ma
Do Robert Maxwell........Strie'bog.........Artist..Normal/Human Ma
R3 Orion (Paul Broman)...Trembyl...........Wizard..Normal/Human Ma
W3 Wout Broere...........Unali.............Ninja...Normal/Human Fe
R3 Scott Adams...........Xian..............Wizard..Normal/Human Ma
W2 Alex Koponen..........Z'leyra...........Healer..Normal/Human Fe
Animals: Ventrius/Pogo Thig's dogs, Firesnake of Caladan's,
Z'Leyra's Eagle, 2 Draft Horses, Wolf - Boyzdar
6 Captured Zen'da Horses
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Game Update #47 in sequence (file #190]
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Admin notes: Well. I was asked by Jordi to freeze the game so
did. But in fact was waiting on his and Ben'dar's replies before
doing the update on Monday. So it worked out. Now got it and
a deluge of others. Bunch of them. So bear with me. Anyways,
just a hurricane update. This Wilma Hurricane is the most intense
in history spanning a track that puts it in a 1,500 mile arc
anywhere. If it heads my way (NE florida, which isn't too likely
by typical hurricanes) there might not be a monday update. So
just letting you know. I'm not really worried.
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[Recap]
From Jordi: [Re: Test actions]
(OOC: Keep in mind that Jordi doesn't know a word about the
other tests people have taken, their results, their outcome,
the wounds they have sustained or the general behaviour of
the tribe; he only knows Cetric poisoned the party, after
offering hospitaly to the party; and he knows nobody in
the tribe did nothing to avoid it. So, his opinion of the
tribe is not a good one, to say the least.)
Jordi listens with attention Cetric's words, and Caladan
replies. He feels he has just completed the first -and
easiest- part of the test; now comes the second one; and he
thinks it will be the most challenging; and perhaps death
awaits him if he fails; plus, as this is an affair related
with knowledge of local customs and affairs, Jordi is
severely handicaped. However, this is what he has been
trained for.
Jordi begins to talk, in a voice loud enough so the rest of
the tribe can hear him.
"First of all, Cetric and Caladan, greetings from Enoz. To
continue, Cetric, this haven't been a test. Because there
must be a chance for the person doing the test to do it if
it's a test; if there isn't a chance, then, it's not a test,
it's something doomed to failure. I don't know how to call it.
As you know, because you're a learned man, the spirits teach
you, we elves are monogamous. And you know very well that
('m married, because Ben'dar explained our adventures in the
party, and spoke about Neva, my wife, and how he helped
Caladan and the others to rescue me. I remember very well
that you spent all the party time listening.
(OOC: Ben'dar explained our adventures in the great feast that
the tribe threw to receive us, so for sure Neva was mentioned,
as Jordi's wedding -people mentions weddings in which a King
attends, I imagine.)
So, as Caladan introduced me as a diplomat, you knew full well
when you proposed your "trade" test that I was going to be
elected by Caladan. And you knew very well the end result:
as we came here in peace to help you, and Enoz is a wise man,
I was going to succeed, because you also know that, as I
don't know your customs or laws, I will be tricked,
believing I was going to buy an exquisite eagle, when in
fact I was getting a wife; and Enoz doesn't know I'm married,
so he won't object.
Congratulations, Cetric; I'm unable to complete your assignement
-because it wasn't a test, as I explained earlier, I didn't
have a chance to complete it-; you have dishonored and hurted
your family -because I imagine that the end result will bring
dishonour and pain to your family- and now, I will leave this
lands; but, be warned: every evil action has its own reward.
The pity is that you won't pay the cost alone."
Jordi won't say the rest that he's thinking: that, except for
Caladan, the rest of the tribe deserves everything fate
throws at them. People who allow themselves to be ruled by
such a monster deserve it.
Jordi will turn to face Jolcz. There is pity in his face and
in his words. He is hurting people he likes:
"I'm sorry to hurt you and your family, it wasn't my intention;
but I love my wife, and I can't marry you. I'm sorry for you
and for your family. I now realize why your family doesn't
live with the tribe."
After that, Jordi will speak with Caladan:
(In Marentian, and in a whisper):
"I will camp one mile away, in the river direction. We can
meet there, with the rest, and decide what to do."
As Jordi carried all his equipment, he will left the tribe
after that, going to the meeting point.
(OOC: I hope this is worth the delay...)
GM: Ack. It was clear though that actually only a few knew
Cetric's plan to poison. If you were knocked out right
away though you'd have not noiced this. Correct Neva
was likely mentioned in passing. Whether Cetric heard it
or not your not 100% sure but chances are high. Keep in mind
only one person has acted like Cetric. Even the warriors
riding against Ben'dar got respect for him. But as you said
you don't know the results of that so your acting in full
character (which is good). Thanks.
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From Chion: [Re: Actions/Comments]
Chion will chime his two cents in. "Ah, but you see Jordi,
you have been given the gift and -returned- with it. The gift
is NOT the marriage, but the -offering- of one's a daughter
in marriage. Which was done and -returned- with you here. It
is understandable why you cannot marry another. But -you have
returned with the gift- as the test required. Even if it must
be relinquished due to your prior marital status."
He'll wait to see if it sinks in to Cetric's little brain...
smiling all the while...
And he's thinking as well "Good thing you didn't know what
the heck you were doing old chap..."
GM: Ack. :) Very good.
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From Ben'dar to Jordi: [Re: Reply]
Ben'Dar nods in agreement to this, folding his arms across
his chest and looking sternly at Cetric. "He has passed
this test as few others could have."
Glancing at Jordi, Ben'Dar says, "Hold friend. You need go
nowhere. You have gained the most prized gifts of those
people, whether or not you choose to keep them."
GM: Ack. :)
From Ben'dar: [Re: Race Actions]
Ben'Dar glares at Al'boc as the pain lances through his arm.
His fists clench as does his jaw, and he contemplates beating
the man into unconsciousness again. However, the man's
reconciliatory words melt through the red haze of his anger
and Ben'Dar unscrunches his face and slowly a grin spreads
itself across his ruddy features. "After all, Al'boc got the
worst of it out there!" Ben'Dar thinks to himself with a
wicked grin.
Out loud, he says boisterously, "No, we are even now. Well
raced, Al'boc! You are a worthy opponent on the horse and
off it. I look forward to racing you again." Then, he
leans closer and with a grin still on his face, adds a
friendly warning in a low voice, "But if you come at me
again with a weapon like that, I may not go so easy on you
as I did out there today." As he says this last, he reaches
up and pats Al'boc's bruised and swollen jaw with his hand.
Then he grasps the warrior's forearm in a barbarian-ish
handshake. He turns and does the same to Riders #2 and #3,
smiling broadly and congratulating them each on a skillful
and brave race. Loudly, he demands for drinks in celebration
of the race. He will climb up on Tef'wo with his drink and
loudly toast the other racers, holding his drink up high for
all to see, "To the brave warriors of this tribe, who have
shown honor and courage in the field this day! You have my
respect as I have yours."
After things quiet down a bit, Ben'Dar spends more than an
hour grooming Tef'wo, brushing him down, cleaning his hooves
and checking for any injuries. He pats the big black
affectionately, giving him food treats and murmuring to him
softly in words that only the two of them can hear.
GM: Ack. Understood.
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From Z'leyra: [Re: Actions]
Z'leyra loudly asks Cetric "To violate hospitality by
poisoning guests to your village - this not only risks your
honor but the honor of all Zen'da. You must have had a VERY
compelling reason to do so. Please, inform everyone <waving
her arm and hand indicating not just the party but the tribe
as well> of the reason you would so risk the honor of both
you and the tribe."
GM: Ack.
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From Strie'bog: [Re: Actions/Comments]
Strie'bog listens to Jordi and the various replies regarding
his test, while tending to Bodyzar and the dogs. Afterwards,
he will look to Jordi, and in Merantian says, "Your test is
successful, and I doubt the ancestors of the blasphemer ,"
indicating Cetric, "would disagree."
As Z'leyra speaks, Strie'bog looks to Cetric to see if he
responds. If Cetric begins to bluster, Strie'bog will turn
to Caladan and the gathered tribe, and say in Zen'dali "I
know these people are your family, but they ARE now dishonored
by the acts of the spirit speaker. What help can we offer
when such a stain lies over the land and people?"
GM: Ack.
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From Jordi: [Re: More replies]
After saying what he had to say, Jordi waits in the campament
the end of the conflict. He doesn't understand the customs
of this people, and he is worried by Jolcz; he told Enoz that
he didn't want to harm them, and now, due to what Jordi
considers Cetric's evil maquinations, he has, in a involuntary
way, harmed Jolcz.
(In Marentian, to Strie'bog)
"I will wait here; I feel an obligation to Jolcz, and I fear
what Cetric has reserved for her."
(In Zen'da, to Ben'dar)
"The problem is, my friend, that I don't know if I wish to
remain here. I don't understand this people, nor their ways."
Jordi moves near Jolcz:
"How do you feel? Are you okey? I'm sorry for all this, but
Ididn't expect what was waiting for us here..."
Jordi doesn't know what to expect from Caladan's tribe,
and he is ready for anything -combat, magic, speaking more...
-. There is, however, something that bothers him: how is
it posible that Caladan and Ben'dar are citizens of this
nation? Are they exceptional between this people? Perhaps
they are different to the rest of his nation, being honest
and decent men, and they live in Marentia because they don't
like the way the majority of their countrymen are... like
Enoz, who lives away from his tribe...
GM: Ack. Caladan and Ben'dar are also sorta exiled from their
people. So you never know how things work out in life.
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[New Stuff]
Octaqi 15, in the 163rd Year [TH]
Location: River Sch (E) Riverbank, Zen'da Plains, 306 Miles
North of Asichi City, Heading East from River
[The tests continue...]
[Ben'dar - Riding Test]
[As the riders and crowd disperses drinks are given to
the riders as they are tired and thirsty. When Ben'dar
mounts Tef'wo he notices the horse isn't even huffing
and puffing like the other 3 horses. Later when he
grooms the horse he barely finds matted sweaty hair but
does find some. But clearly hes seen more on a horse
who gets sweaty from a simple mile trot.
As things settle down and get quiet Ben'dar notices a
slight change in Tef'wo. Unsure of what but its as if
hes come into his own. That or a true understanding/bond
has now formed between the two?]
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[Jordi - Trading test]
GM: Nice reactions. Now for a new twist. :)
[As the audience, Caladan, Jolcz and Cetric all listen to
Jordi, Chion, Strie'bog and Ben'dar various reactions
come about. Mostly nods from the audience. As Jordi
studies Caladan and Cetric's face, behind Jolcz is
smiling. Jordi doesn't notice this at all. But Caladan
does a slight smirk. Cetric listens to all then after
about 2 minutes says something finally.]
Cetric: "Yes. I knew you were married. Was this a test
you could have completed? Yes. Was it fair? Yes.
Did i dishonor my family? No. Did I dishonor the
tribe? No. In fact you only have progressed events
that would've taken place sooner or later."
Jolcz: "Stop teasing him brother!"
Cetric: "Jolcz always spirited and forceful."
[Caladan walks toward Caladan. He reaches a hand onto
the shoulder and speaks.]
Caladan: "Don't fear. Don't sweat so much."
[Caladan then turns and walks toward Jolcz.]
Caladan: "Its good to see you again."
Jolcz: "As I am. Its been a long time Sundancer."
[Jordi looks toward them as they get closer and then
Jolcz leans and kisses Caladan on the cheek.]
Caladan: "No. Jordi she is not here to marry you. She
was supposed to marry me. You only bought her forward."
[Jordi now confused looks back at Cetric who nods.]
Cetric: "Your friends are wise. You have friends that
stick up for you, that is good. They are correct.
You have completed the test with success. You have
sent her here which was the goal of the test. The
marriage was never part of it. At least for you.
I will admit I thought of it being fun to see your
reaction. As a diplomat I wanted to see how you would
talk yourself out of it. I hear most city-folk would
have married to keep their honor. But a person who
can explain things is a good person as well. The
eagle you may return to Enoz if he wishes or you can
give it to Caladan. i seek not it. I wanted to
know your ability to deal with outsiders. For I
fear we ...you..me..everyone..will be outsiders soon."
[With that cryptic thought he walks off into the crowd.]
[By this time Jolcz and Caladan have been whispering
to each other. Jordi joins the party members and
gets a quick update of recent tests results and
such to give the two time to talk.]
[Then they finish and walk toward the party. Caladan
introduces the party to Jolcz and vice versa.]
Caladan: "We were to marry years ago. That's when..."
Jolcz: "When he left the tribe."
Caladan: "I had...have my reasons...we grew up together
and in love."
Jolcz: "But now I love another. Time waits for no one
and so I moved on."
[Caladan nods. Jolcz waves over a warrior. The same
warrior that went with Jordi! Of all the luck. But
then Cetric probably knew after all?]
Jolcz: "This one I intend to marry."
[The Warrior nods. But doesn't say anything."
Caladan: "Jordi do not feel anger to the people.
Cetric is only one of a few. i'm sure he has
the best for the tribe in mind. While my father rules
over military matters he, Cetric, has the health
of the tribe in mind. I'm sure we'll learn more soon."
GM: Very good jordi. You did better than expected.
Stayed in character. Stayed true to yourself. I was
looking more for the reply to the even than the actual
trade deal. But you did well there too. This was
a dynamic test that changed. But won't go into details :)
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[Thig - Tracking Test]
GM: Goat is replaced with Sheep. Meant Goat.
[Thig gets rope from Caladan who has a good supply on
his horse and sets off on his test early that morning
soon after the sun rises. Only 48 hours to complete
he rushes out with the 2 warriors to oversee things to
make sure no magic is used if possible. Thig soon learns
the two warriors talk among themselves but Thig ignores
them since he doesn't know what they are saying or cares.
They clearly give distance not knowing who or what he is
so Thig likes that. One advantage of flying is one doesn't
have to climb up and down a horse. Just fly up and down.
He stops to examine tracks often. He spends an hour
walking around the edge of the camp to pick up the
various tracks of recent animal moveemtns and old tracks.
The first he decides on is the goat. He knows the longer
a goat on the plains is alone the chance they'll be wolf
food. The calf can at least should be big enough to
defend itself in theory. First half hour he tracks the
goat for some distance but the next hour he has to often
backtrack as he looses the trail. ut then by 10:15am he
spots the goat in the distance eating on some bushes in
the distance. After a short chase he captures adn ties
up the sheet. That was fast enough. Took only 3 hours.
He travels back to the camp to pick up the track for the
calf. It takes him almost an hour to pin point the
individual track of the calf as theres a few of them around.
Finally he finds the one that seems to head into the plains
alone. He sets off and in the first 15 minutes pick up
an excellent track and makes fast progress. The tracking
continues for the next hour and 45 minutes. Now 1:45pm
he finally spots the calf in the distance looking at the
trio. After another 10 minutes the calf is captures and
tied up. With only 4-5 hours left of sun he heads back
to the camp fast and looks for teh horse track. He knows
the horse track will be the hardest to pick up as theres
numerous multiple tracks. But Cetric did say they were
let loose not led or rode out. So a horse by itself would
not leave the village without a rider. So the tracks should
be lighter than the horses with a rider. So that will make
things better.
It takes almost 45 minutes to find the track he needs.
A horse with less of a imprint in the ground. This
must be the one he hopes.
For 2 hours he tracks the horse through the plains slowly
on the horse he rides. The horse he is tracking seems
to be zig zagging in some random pattern. After an hour
though he looses the trail when high winds seem to obscure
the tracks. it takes almost 20 minutes to find the tracks
again. Another 2 hours and he finally spots the horse
in the distance.
Then Thig sighs. With the horse are 2 other horses. Great
which one is the horse? The warriors are no hope and
give a laugh. But surely Cetric didn't let loose 2 others?
Not at the value of the horses. No. Looks like the horse
found 2 wild ones. The warriors are a bit excited and
consider capturing the wild ones but it takes skill to do
so and they are fighters not hsubanders.
By now its dark and around 7:45pm. Its surprisng the horses
didn't run away with the light of Thig's torch.
To chase the horse or wait till the morning? But by morning
the horses could be clear gone. Thig drops the torch to the
ground and it goes dimmer as the torch lowers in light but
still lit. The warriors look at each other as Thig flies
up with rope in hand. Thig knows he can see good in the
dark but not the warriors. Too bad.
Thig flies forward to the horses and they begin to run.
Thig can actually fly faster than the horses which is good.
He ropes one horse and flies over its back as he pulls on
the rope to stop it. But the first horse bucks and resists.
Not a sign of a tamed horse. Thig releases the rope and
tries another horse and after a good 20 minute struggle the
horse gives up and stops. Thig lowers to its back and sits
on it. The horse doesn't seem to resist. This must be
the one. As the horse stops the other 2 also stops to
check their fellow horse. Thig notices them and thinks
he could try for all three. But how? He then realizes
the captured horse is a male and the other 2 by their height
must be females? Thig reaches around to his backpack and
takes out his small faerry flute. He begins to play a soft
tune for about 10 minutes. By this the other 2 warriors
find Thig with a new torch of their own. The music seems
to calm the horses down. Thig motions for the two warriors
to try and grab a horse each. The two warriors get the hint
and slowly approach the other 2 horses. One warrior alongside
the horse jumps on its back and the horse begins to buck as
it resists. The other horse runs off with the warrior in
chase. Thig flies over to the horse bucking and gives some
rope to the warrior. Together they tire out the horse and
keep it calm long enough to be tied along the neck.
Thig then chases the other horse with the other warrior
and does the same to it. Within a full hour both horses
are so tired from running they don't resist. The warriors
ride the captured female horses and lead their old horses
behind via rope. Soon a mule train of 6 horses begins
its way back to the village. Thig gets confused as to
where the village is at one point but the warrior takes
lead. Thig figures the test was to get the animals not
to find the village at night. The warrior knowing the
land finds the village soon afterwards.
By now its a little after 10pm. The village is quiet
but a few are still up. By now the party has had their
meeting (soon to come) with Cetric. As Thig enters
some approach and one goes to find Cetric. Soon a
crowd forms and the party begins to slowly come as well.
Thig hands over the 3 animals with 2 new bonus animals
to Cetric.]
Cetric: "Where did you get these horses?"
[Caladan translates.]
Thig: "Out there. I've completed your test. Not in two
days but about 15 hours. I also return with 2 new horses."
Cetric: "They will have to be checked. They could be owned
by other people on the plains."
[With that he walks off as the party congratulates Thig.
Caladan and others fill him on in the details of the
meeting and other trials.]
GM: Based on the skills and rolls made up for the house
rule I invented for tracking he did it in 15 hours
including travel time. Course he did make 2 critical
rolls (critical success) so that helped alot. :) There
was also a chance of not finding the animals in time.
As were of not returning with the 2 other horses but
skill rolls lucked out.
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[When the sun sets which is about 45 minutes after Jordi
returns to the camp the village prepares for the evening
meal. The party is leary to eat with the village again
as only 24 hours they were tricked. But this time Cetric
shows the food he serves and tastes it to show he will
not do it again. Party members are free to eat their own
food or the village. But Balrog, Farseeker, Caladan and
Xian all eat the village food. Tension is still around
the table and camp as the day's tests are on the mind of
everyone. Little if any chat is done aside from Caladan,
Jolcz and Caladan's father. Old times are caught up on.
During the dinner -
Z'leyra loudly asks Cetric "To violate hospitality by poisoning
guests to your village - this not only risks your honor but the
honor of all Zen'da. You must have had a VERY compelling reason
to do so. Please, inform everyone <waving her arm and hand
indicating not just the party but the tribe as well> of the
reason you would so risk the honor of both you and the tribe."
[Cetric looks to the Z'leyra, party and the tribe. After
a few moments of tense silence he speaks and stands.]
Cetric: "There was a good reason. But this is not the place
to discuss it. Women and children should not be present."
Caladan: "Why not?"
Cetric: "Fear can do strange people to people. I must discuss
this with you alone and your friends. After the dinner."
[The crowd murmurs. Strie'bog studies and then states.]
Strie'bog: "I know these people are your family, but they ARE
now dishonored by the acts of the spirit speaker. What help
can we offer when such a stain lies over the land and people?"
Cetric: "What I do is for the good of the Zen'da. For the
Vassa and for the city folk all." [With that he continues
to eat and doesn't say another word.]
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[About half hour after dinner the lodge is prepared for
a quiet meeting. The lodge is a large square structure
sit off the ground by about 2 feet with stairs and poles.
Around it is normally open "walls" but now they are covered
by blankets to keep the cool out out. A large fire is
set in the center and the lodge seems to hold about 30-40
at any one time. Aside from the fire theres not much
furniture aside from a couple small stools. As the party
aside from Thig meets up they gather in the place. Together
Caladan stands and speaks to the party before others arrive.]
Caladan: "First. I want to thank you all for staying and
dealing with the tests. I know some of you got hurt and
were offended. But i believe Cetric is doing what is best
for the tribe. He may be harsh in his views on things and
his style but all shamans tend to be on the plains. Their
ego and skills demand it almost. I appreciate your help.
As you can tell I've not been here for many years. Three
years to be exact. As i was learning more magic I felt
i should not alienate folks here by my magic. As you might
guess magic is tolerated but mostly by the shamans. They
feel the power is from the gods and spirits. Folks know
magic exists but if they knew how common it was in some
areas it could make shamans less of a power base. While
the chief can control military matters shamsns are here to
keep civil affairs in order for day to day life. Without
shamans the Zen'da would be weaker. This is one reason
I left among others."
Xian: "Jolcz?"
Caladan: "Yes. We grew up together and fell in love. But
I could not pin her down to a life where she would be
shunned by male warriors for her skills and talents. Its
a system that has flaws but has improved. In only a century
or two we've come from disorganized barbarians to a strong
force that has some aspects of civilization in it. Not
much but some. This tribe for example trades with those
who come up the river. Something a century ago would not
have been thought of much less considered. The system is
changing with folks like King Maros who befriends the Zen'da
and helps to show civilization to the tribe but it will take
many many more years to change everything. There were
other reasons i left. While I was in good standing with
my father we had conflicts. Conflicts on how to rule the
tribe. I was in line to rule the tribe as chief some day.
My brothers are still. I understand they are away to the
west doing this and that. But i know they are away cause
they do not wish to rule as well. Being a chief is demanding
and requires constant work. If i were to lead I could not
do so without using magic by reflex. A chief is solely a
leader by his skill in combat. I never was strong in that
area. But--"
[At that more Zen'da enter. The elders of the tribe take up
a position (about 8 of them) on one side of the lodge. Then
Caladan's father, the chief, enters. Finally Cetric enters
with a grim expression. He looks at the party.]
Cetric: "I know today has been difficult. I honestly did not
know Caladan was returning. Somehow he got word that
we were in trouble. I did not know you all and what you
were doing here. Yes. I heard your stories. Some wild
and some fanciful. But the reason for the tests were to
study and learn about you. Aside from Z'leyra's test I'm
satisifed with the results. The elders overrode me on her
test and that's acceptable. I did not want to speak out
there since there are folks who could panic and spread the
news to other camps. Something we must not do. The Zen'da
are a strong people. If news of a weakness spreads then
invaders will soon come. Prey always picks on the weak.
My spirit guide told me to test each one to learn more
about you.
To test the weakest person in the tribe to see how brave
one could truley be [Xian]. In times of war actions of
a coward are critical to victory. To the one that is
still not here [Thig] I sought one who could track an
enemy over distances. For those enemy that can be
talked to and reasoned with I sought a talker [Jordi].
Its one thing to talk with an enemy over peace but its
another to study the enemy and learn from them. This one
has shown he has those skills [points to jordi]. There
are things on the plains and mountains even I do not
understand or can control. A test of control shows me
that one can expect the unexpected and deal with it [he
looks at Strie'bog]. Plains are wide and vast. I wanted
to test one who could ride and deal with situations in
horse combat [Ben'dar]. Zen'da is known to have strong
wills so a test of willpower and determination was in
order [he looks at Balrog]. But of course combat can
determine all things in the end so a test of pure combat
is always good to tell where strength lies [he looks
at Farseeker]. I also wanted to see how well one could
fight without knowing their enemy or their abilities.
Its one to know the enemy but its another to anticipate
the actions [he looks at Unali]. Character is something
I revere. I wanted to test the character and how well
one reacts to things [he looks at Z'leyra]. Some
tests were just done to show skills and learn more
information [he looks at Trembyl, Kasha and Chion.]
But there is one more test to be done. Before i
discuss the problems we face. [He looks at Caladan]
You have not completed one yet. I know you more than
these people. I know you are one of us. I know you
will fight for your people. But the confidence in
you has left the tribe. The poeple [he waves at
the elders] require a show of your new loyalty. To
flee the tribe for many seasons and return suddenly
without visit in between? Is your loyalty the same
as it was before you left?"
Caladan: "Yes of cour-"
Cetric: "Then show us. Your firesnake has been your
pet since you were a pre-adult. Is your loyalty
to the people or to your friends or to your pet?
Would you kill your pet to prove that your loyalty
is to the tribe?"
[Everyone looks at Caladan for a reply and reaction...]
Actions? Comments?
Next update Monday...
Player Test
Xian Test Completed, Successfully
Trembyl Test Completed, Successfully
Farseeker Test Completed, Successfully
Unali Test Completed, Successfully
Kasha Test Completed, Successfully
Chion Test Completed, Successfully
Z'leyra Test Completed, Successfully [with deliberation]
Strie'bog Test Completed, Successfully
Balrog Test Completed, Successfully
Ben'dar Test Completed, Successfully
Jordi Test Completed, Successfully
Thig Test Completed, Successfully
Caladan Starting...
Tests -
Completed - 11
In progress - -
Waiting - 1
Ok. Enough for now. A big update already. Will continue
monday. :)
Monday will do healing and explain the true problems (I
hope) of the tribe. But felt the above was a good cliffhanger
to stop at.
Chion got a email from you will deal with tomorrow I hope.
You guys like the tests? The twists? :)
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