[pnpgm] Game Update #33b - File #115 - Party teleports out
Scott Adams
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Tue Mar 25 08:56:40 CET 2008
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HT Alias/Player Character Name Type Status/Notes Sex
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R1 John Haight...........Arawn.............Druid .Normal/Alfar Ma
?? Chris Wells...........Ben'dar...........Warrior.Normal/Human Ma
W2 Marcel Liberty........Chion.............Sailor..Normal/Human Ma
-- Tobie Bonahoom........Fremea............Sidh....NormalFaerry Fe
-- J H Hooten............Raban.............Bard....Normal/Human..Ma
W4 Wout Broere...........Unali.............Ninja...Normal/Human Fe
R4 Alex Koponen..........Z'leyra...........Healer..Normal/Human Fe
Animals: Corona [Eagle] Z'leyra, Boyzdar [Wolf] (Strie'bog),
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Game Update #33b in sequence (file #114)
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Admin notes: Part 2. Finally the true adventure begins. It only
took 33 updates and 113 files. :)
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[Recap]
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[New Stuff]
[Marqi 29, 1633TH. 1st Day of Adventure #4.
Location: Sivas, Marentia, Green Eye Tavern.
[Time: 4-40pm]
[As the city of Sivas goes about their business the day grows
on. Ships are unloaded in bulk by teams of workers. Markets
and shops thrive in the cool and not so hot weather. Its
warm enough that heavy winter clothes aren't needed much
anymore this time of year. There might be another snow
fall or cold weather but the bulk of the intense cold is
for this season gone. Spring has come to Sivas quicker
than it has to Maren city. Many flowers have started to
blossom and birds zoom about collecting new insects.]
The Green Eye Tavern sees the bulk of its business at night.
With the excitement of the morning 8 hours ago the morning
crowd has slowed down a bit until about 2pm when the folks
from nearby areas come to shop. Whet leaves the bar to
find another entertainer to replace Raban for the night.
Cholan is happy to take over as manager for the time being.]
[Arawn considers the short term future prospects. He has
only known the party for little over 3 months. A short
while but already has gained friends in this world. In the
last few weeks in the city he has passed temples, churches
and even priests on the street. Always wondering if he
should go in or talk to the priests about his parents. There
must be someone who knows of a temple to his parents. But
this human culture seems to have no sidh related things.
If not from bias but from sure lack of sidh people. Arawn
wonders if he is here to spread the word of his parents
among the human creatures. Growing up he always heard
stories of this world during the time of the gods. Ruled
by gods the humans were simple hunters and gatherers. The
non humans like the ancient Elf was in control. Then things
changed. Of course Humans tell the story differently. Who
knows what is true anymore. Arawn comes down from upstairs
dressed in his nice clothing ready to leave with his bags
mostly on his horse already. He is carrying or his horse is
taking everything he owns. Arawn watches the various new
customers of the bar. Mostly men here for a quick drink.
Around 4pm some family groups begin to come in. All this
time in this city Arawn thinks that he has never just sat
and watched humans and study them. Maybe later...]
[Ben'dar already packed up and ready asks Cholan to take
down instructions for the steward. He'll send them
back to Maren city by messenger. Hopefully not by the
same one he slugged hours earlier. Ben'dar and Cholan
joke over various stories and tales. Around 4pm Ben'dar
begins to pace back and forth occasionally waiting for
the party to head on and get this over with.]
[Fremea from her corner spends at least all of the time
watching the street through the windows and the customers
in the tavern. Her primary plan has been delayed for
now but there is always time to find her family later
Like Arawn she has only known the party for little over
3 months. Most of that time spent at Z'leyra's manor.
She has noticed that Chion has taken a liking to her
but Ben'dar doesn't seem to talk to her much. She wonders
why. Thig always said he talked to him. Something
to fix on this journey. Its strange to have humans she
barely meets and knows take her in. What kind of people
are these? This rag tag group of humans, and Alfar, seem
to collect people. One Faerry leaves and another comes
in. One Elf leaves and another comes in. Several
humans leave and more come in to fill the hole. For
many years humans have not treated her well. Course
there is the natural bias but she has learned to take
advantage of this in her recent times for her survival.
Though she is confident that chion knows what he is doing
she is concerned about these Dark Lands. She spent an
hour chit-chatting with Kaylle about it. But the
more she learns the less she fears for herself. She
wonders if she should become a full Faerry or a human
child. How will they react to her? As the afternoon
draws on her stomach butterflies seems to grow but
she never shows it on the outside. Near 4pm she
changes into some more formal clothing.]
[Raban packed spends time with Cholan and Ben'dar at
the bar. He doesn't drink as much though his body
could probably handle 3 times as much as Ben'dar had
before noon. Raban is concerned about Ben'dar's
drinking. It can lead to dangerous risks in combat
and Ben'dar is clearly a fighter. Raban eyes the
party and the female. At one point he loses sight
of Unali and grows alarmed. One of the bar waitress
staff informs him she went upstairs. Relieved he
watches Z'leyra play with a piece of leather and show
Kaylle the item. Raban has no concern for his survival
in combat it would take a large group likely to harm
him. But the females seem frail. Heck the Faerry
seems like a cat could kill it. But as a kid he has heard
that Faerry can be mischievous and dangerous. Raban
is sad to see Whet go to replace him. The short notice
probably upsets Whet the tavern owner. But Raban did
inform him it would be a day by day thing. Cholan
assures Raban that Whet isn't mad but will talk to
him for future prospects in the tavern. Near 4pm
Whet and a small female entertainer comes in and sets
up her instruments on stage for the night crowd.
Raban watches the 5 foot female set up a guitar
style instrument and a possible flute instrument.
She sits at a table likely to wait for her time to
start. Raban wonders how good she is.]
[Unali stayed downstairs for most of the early morning
just regaining her strength. She tries to start up
conversations about Katai but when the scroll is
revealed that all changes. It may not be lower Katai
but its Katai of sorts. Even if its the rebellious
rogues of the north. Maybe from there the party
can travel to Katai. She heads out to her horse to
check on her gear and ensure she has some formal
clothing and does with 2 dresses. She notices Raban
attempt to follow but politely shoos him away. Raban
watche's from the tavern as she returns. For a bit
more she drinks some tea and then heads upstairs when
no one is looking. Relaxing for a bit in Cholan's
room she sneaks out the side rear entrance to a
moneylender and exchanges some coins. Happy to
leave the stuffy tavern and the excitement she
considers the events. She can't believe she let
one assassin escape. Aren's people led by Micah
seemed well organized. Could there be a traitor
in his group that let him escape or was the final
assault done with a hole in the cordon area? Kel
would soon find his justice at the end of a executioner
but not before Micah needs to learn the vital information
on where those Climan papers that were lost went to.
If Climan finds out about their spies the whole
time taking them down will be a waste and the party
will continue to be in danger. She thinks of Raban,
Arawn and Fremea unaware of the real situation and
the danger they may be stepping into. Arawn seems
so naive of the world that he might not notice the
danger but the way he hides his face makes him a mark
for any low level assassin easy. Same for Fremea and
Raban's size. She returns to the tavern and comes
down near 4pm. She considers going to find Micah
but hes likely in some safe house well hidden by now
with Kel in interrogation.]
[Z'leyra spends the afternoon at her manor but returns
in time to show the party her new necklace. Its
a simple necklace with a fancy knot. She explains
that those who wear it and the words she invokes the
spell with has a chance of learning the person's
language. Of course the target must be willing. She
quietly wonders what would happen if the person
doesn't agree. How would the spell react? She
explain it can only be used once a day. it
works the same as a Tongue spell but there is
always a chance the language targets might not
be learned. Kaylle is intrigued by the necklace
and takes notes on it for the party records. He
explains that some day the party exploits might make
a fine book or legend. Z'leyra knows that today
she saved Unali from sheer death. Unali may not know
it but Z'leyra clearly saw her death within seconds
not minutes. But a Healer is always one never to
bring doom and gloom to a patient. At one point
Ben'dar inquires about Z'leyra's new shiny great sword
and her shiny chainmail. Cholan teases Z'leyra
that she looks now more like a fighter than a magic
user. He wonders if she will ever make up her mind?
To be a Healer? A magic User? a Warrior? A Armorer?
A Jeweler? A Shaman?]
[Most of the afternoon Chion examines the wand and learns
the tricks on its use. He would prefer to play and test
with it but is unsure on how much energy it has. Chion
recalls the scroll and wonders how the High Elder knows
much about the party. He even named some of the party.
Some that were new long after last time he saw the
Elder? Why would he specifically ask for entertainers?
Dark Lands has nobles and nobles like their music. Surely
there must be plenty around. Unless some noble has
put up some large party to draw them away from this
mysterious wedding. Who could be getting married? Why
invite Chion now instead of weeks ago? All these he
hopes to have solved in the next few hours. Chion
finds that just few years ago he was a student barely
about to teleport across a room much less 2,000 miles.
Now he wonders if he is the single greatest teleporter
around. Surely that soon will draw attention. As
5pm draws near (4:40pm) Chion rounds up the party
and asks if they are all ready. He knows the Reception
Circle at the Citadel will only be open for a one
hour window. He knows the Circle is used by the citadel
to restrict entry. Not just any person can teleport
freely in. They must be "allowed" in. This is one
ward or form of variant Chion finds fascinating - the
Teleport Block. When the party says everyone is
ready he addresses them to move outside.]
[Cholan and Kaylle head outside with the party as they
gather up their horses packed with gear. Cholan
says that behind the small stable is best away from
street eyes. The party heads around back where the
outhouses are. Chion reminds the party they will first
head to Caladan's village some 800 miles to the north.
Raban finds this information astounding. Eight HUNDRED
miles? Raban thought they were heading out by horse even
though he has none. Raban becomes concerned about this
teleport. Surely it must be dangerous and risky. What
if they come out in a rock? That might be painful.
But Chion assures him that there is risk but very small.
Caladan's village has set aside a 10 foot diameter circle
safe from bushes, trees and anything else. No one in
the village is to enter it. Chion smiles happy to form
this way point to other points. Sure a bird in theory
could fly past and end up in the belly of someone but
slim. Chion tests the wand on the first horse and its
pack, Unali's by random choice. He invokes the wand and
finds the wand emit a sparkle then around the horse
a yellow hue forms. Then picturing a rock the horse
AND its equipment all turns into a small brick like
white rock. Chion is amazed but doesn't show it.
Unali picks up the rock gently and holds on it. A spell
in the wand must transmute the entire "area" around the
horse. Chion then goes to teleport Arawn's, his and
Z'leyra's horse. He notices Fremea has none but likely
doesn't need it with her wings. Last Chion turns to
Tef'wo. Ben'dar and Z'leyra explain to the horse that
the necklace must come off for now. The mysterious
magical necklace seems to have blocked the transmutation
spell before. No idea what it might do to the powerful
wand. The wand might even transmute it. But Ben'dar
rather not risk it. After some coaxing the jeweled
necklace is taken off. Chion transmutes Tef'wo and
all of Ben'dar's gear on the horse.]
Cholan: "I will keep Marentia safe from invaders! You
guys go and save the world!" [He grins] "May your
trip and mission be safe."
Kaylle: "Fare well. I wish I could go but my duties
here prevent me." [He looks down a bit shy] "Chion
if you could return with a image of the High Elder
that would be wonderful. If you can..."
[Chion smiles he knows few have seen the High Elder much
less get images of him. That would ruin the mystique
of his being.]
[With bricks in hand or backpacks the party gathers
around Chion. Just months earlier going to the plains
they would have to hold hands. Now it seems Chion
can teleport a group without touch. Chion begins
the spell process but Z'leyra abruptly stops the
process. Chion almost rolls his eyes likely she wants
to cast protection, divination or a dozen other spells
but he doesn't. She calls for Corona who stares at
the party from the roof of the tavern. He flies
over and lands at her feet. Satisfied Chion begins
the spell again. Cholan and Kaylle step back away
from the area. Chion and the party disappear in
a blue hue. Cholan and Kaylle return inside.]
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[Marqi 29, 1633TH. 1st Day of Adventure #4.
Location: Zen'da Plains, Ga'Fel tribe, Caladan's Village
800 miles north of Sivas City.
[Time: 4-58pm]
[The party teleports to the circle outside Caladan's village.
Overhead the sky is overcast and the sun shines behind
gray clouds. Its a bit cooler up here by about 5 degrees.
The circle is some 500 feet from the village and the village
suddenly becomes alert as sentries spot the party. No
sneak attacks here. Chion looks around and finds all
people have their bodies intact. He waves the party
forward. Arawn visited here briefly but Raban has no clue
where he is. Confused he scans the horizon and sees nothing
but green and brown plains for miles. Some sort of
primitive village is nearby with strange looking triangular
tents. Fremea has been here briefly in the last party's
jump to Marentia but just follows the party.]
[Soon the sentries detect who it is and alert Cetric.
Cetric, Durge (Caladan's brother) and a few warriors
come out to meet the party.]
[Cetric steps to Chion and greets him with hand on
arm in the Zen'da greeting. In Zen'dali.]
Cetric: "It is good to see Shaman Chion back in the village
so soon. Is there a problem?"
[Durge grumbles to the nearest warrior and storms back to
the village upset that party has returned. Chion looks
past Cetric and gives a slight smile. But shakes his
head in response to Cetric. Cetric in full leathers
and feathers nods and quickly moves to Ben'dar.]
Cetric: "Ben'dar we've heard from your family clan. We've
spread news of your exploits here. Rather the others
have done so. I hope this does not disturb you? One
family member a cousin by the name of Brekkan traded
with us. He said he was a cousin of yours. He spent
hours listening to stories about you. By now I'm sure
your entire family has heard. Welcome back."
[Cetric stands back and eyes the party and the new ones
now involved.]
Cetric: "New people. Will you stay the night for night
feast? Our hunting parties just came back with nice
new meat and the females are gathering other food
as we speak."
[Chion frowns knowing that he has a time table. Within
the hour he MUST be at the Dark Lands. Maybe he
and the others could spent half an hour but should
get there soon. Being too early shows overconfidence
to the High Elder. Being late shows rudeness. But
getting there halfway shows nothing, he hopes.]
[Before Chion can answer Caladan comes running up.
The party notices he has some new muscles on his legs
as he wears a tight fighting leather pants. He has
been working out likely to rebuild his strength after
dying. He smiles at seeing Chion, Z'leyra and the
others.]
Caladan: "Friends! You have returned. What timing!
I was just about to leave tomorrow. I promised my
father I would stay and help him this winter and I
have. I was just about to leave in the morning
by boat to Marentia. Where are you heading? Can
I join you?"
[Chion's smile returns knowing that a powerful fire wizard
might be useful in the Lands...]
[Time: 5:02pm]
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[Marqi 29, 1633TH. 1st Day of Adventure #4.
Location: Sivas, Marentia, Green Eye Tavern.
[Time: 5-03pm]
[Cholan gives a drink to Kaylle.]
Kaylle: "Yes will be leaving in the morning. Man what an honor
for them to be ---"
[Suddenly the door to the tavern opens and Micah and another
man storm in. Micah looks around.]
Micah: "Where are they?"
Cholan: "They all left. Why?"
[Micah shakes his head and again brushes his hand in his
hair in that nervous gesture of his.]
Micah: "Kel has escaped. I need a drink."
[Cholan pours him a drink with a frown.]
Micah: "Seems someone gave him a small piece of metal and
he used it on the ropes. He over powered the two guards
there while I was away. The guards are fine but hurt.
They said he acted like he was insane. What did Chion
do to him?"
Cholan: "What about the dart?"
Micah: "We have it lucky. We are trying to track him now.
But I wanted to see if he returned here. He escaped
just a half hour ago. So where did they go?"
Cholan: "A far off land where Kel will never touch them."
Micah: "I hope so. We'll find him I'm sure..."
Actions? Comments?
Next update...Friday...
GM: Schedule of Events. Zen'da plains for next update.
If you guys want to do something for like half a hour's
time let me know. For Monday the teleport to the
Dark Lands will be done.
Last email should be #33a not 32A
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