[pnpgm] Game Update #1 - File #1 - Party is debriefed completely
Scott Adams
longshot at darktech.org
Tue Apr 7 05:47:01 CEST 2009
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
R1 Tom Corckett..........Caladan...........Wizard Normal/Human Ma
W2 Marcel Liberty........Chion.............Sailor..Normal/Human Ma
W3 Ryan Torres...........Farseeker.........Warrior.Normal/Human Fe
-- Tobie Bonahoom........Fremea............Sidh....Normal/Faerry Fe
Do David Sanders.........Kiet.Sunan........Acrobat Normal/Human Ma
R? J H Hooten............Raban.Usherwood...Bard....Normal/Human..Ma
W2 Robert Maxwell........Strie'bog.........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 #1 in sequence (file #1)
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Admin Notes: Welcome to Adventure #5 - "The Second Great Plaque"
Adventure #4 - "A coming destiny" is officially over.
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[Recap]
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[New Stuff]
[Apris 10th, 1634TH]
[Location: High Elder's domain - Citadel, Dark Lands, Forest]
For the party the time passes by swiftly as they wait for
the High Elder's request for a meeting. Some feel to wait so long
is a bit daunting and feel they shouldn't wait. But it is clear
the High Elder is a busy man. Most spend their time practicing
skills, relaxing, casting spells or making new items for them or
others. Some pass the time researching great amounts of
information ever eager to learn more.
the night of the 9th, Arawn returns from his journey into the
Sacred Forest of the Vassa lands some 400 odd miles west of the
Dark Lands. But he doesn't return alone. Strie'bog returns
with him. That night at dinner or around the Citadel Strie'bog
beams at seeing some of his old friends who he just meet only
eight odd months earlier. When the party went from the Ga'fel
tribe to help Strie'bog's family and people, friendships were
bonded for life. The party would help the Vassa people rid of
threats not only to Bohusara but also to the forest itself. There
they would first encounter the Gray Creatures at Lake Oca.
Upon seeing most of the group at one place Strie'bog beams
and hugs some of those he got to know well. "Greetings again my
friends, it has been too long since I last enjoyed your company"
Arawn says with pride and a slight sadness for deserting the group.
But he knows he had to stay at home to help his people and his
mother in her illness. Arawn continues, "My mother's heart is
healing, and the forest once again safe. I feel the calling of the
road once more, and have come to see if I can render assistance to
you."
Strie'bog especially makes reconnect with Ben'dar, Caladan,
Chion, Unali and Z'leyra shaking their hands or embracing each.
Caladan gives him a big Zen'dan hug and then backs up and looks
to the sides and then behind Strie'bog. Caladan asks "Where is
Boyzdar?" Caladan then notices Strie'bog glancing at the
three he didn't get to know well or knows at all. Caladan
then introduces them.
"This big fellow over here is Raban Underwood. You and
him might get along swiftly as he is also a Bard and entertainer.
We picked him up recently and seems to want to stay with us
even after he got hurt a few times." Caladan smiles and winks at
Raban then turns and waves a right hand at Kiet. "This is
Kiet Sunan, an acrobat and entertainer. He has a thing for ropes.
Personally I think it goes back to his youth with girls." Caladan
shakes his head and grins then moves onto Fremea. "You met Fremea
shortly in the Sacred Forest. She has been a good help in our last
mission. We picked up Kiet here in the Dark Lands and seems to
like us for some reason. Come tell us about your days and we'll
let you know about ours."
That night Strie'bog and the others exchange past days and
nights. Strie'bog learns of the flying island the party took on
for the High Elder.
A week after leaving the Chaos domain on the 10th of Apris
Arawn and Fremea head into the forest after the Dirasa. At the
same time Chion and Ben'dar teleport first to the Ga'fel tribe
and then to Sivas. Soon the party learn the Dirasa raid went well
and Chion teleports back. But Chion and Ben'dar also return with
a old friend, Farseeker. The tall, broad shouldered man with
gleaming weapons soon finds his friends. Farseeker soon explains
he was busy with L'p'nth border disputes and military duty but is
eager to help out and get back to the fun stuff. As with Strie'bog
new introductions are made for those like Raban, Fremea and Kiet
who he hasn't met yet.
Over the next few days Oby and Suca meet with each person
that went to the flying castle for debriefing. The three sit
in a private room and get details on what happened. Oby takes
efficient notes of each meeting. No one holds back any bit of
information though Fremea feels the name of the Seker and Anwora
shouldn't be given out. Names are powerful tools for Wizards and
can be used to threaten as well as knowledge. But otherwise every
shred of detail is given for recording. Oby ensures that each was
paid well for their treasure here and in Marentia. All but Arawn
got at least 91 gold from the castle and it is clear that Ki'ama
cares little of the treasure at this point. For most of the
sessions Suca remains quiet just observing and listening to Oby's
questions.
During Arawn's session Oby speaks up, "The meeting may contain
aspects of things," he lifts his quill and tries to phrase more
words "that might offend a person like you. If you feel that
talking about the gods or ...their limits then it is recommended
you do not attend." Confused Arawn asks follow up questions but
Oby remains quiet simply implying it isn't his place to explain.
Only later the night before the meeting does Arawn have a strange
dream about taking on some god and wonders if that could be their
mission? Would his parents send him down here, if indeed they did,
just to have him return so quickly? Likely not that simple.
Sessions with Ben'dar, Caladan, Chion, Kiet and Z'leyra all
go well without incident or problems. For Ben'dar they are quite
impressed with Ben'dar's long story of the battles. No doubt some
exaggeration took place but he went on talking long hours once a
beer was placed in front of him. For Caladan they mention only
that his Firesnake should not go onto the next mission but does
not explain why. For Chion, Oby explains that the death of the
apprentice woman wasn't his fault. More details of that will be
given later. But he did well to take her out of the battle quick.
For Kiet's session Suca can tell he is quite nervous. After being
attacked at the wedding it is clear his prowess as a fighter
aren't as good as say Ben'dar's. But Suca explains that even his
talents will be of use in the coming days. Though entering the
meeting with doubt, Kiet leaves with more confidence. The session
with Z'leyra takes a bit of time as she helps to try to decipher
the magics of the flying castle. Oby does recommend that once
she learns where she is going that any equipment she wishes to
leave behind is welcome to stay here. Confused by that Z'leyra
leaves without answers for now.
The session with Unali takes half a day and to the party
it is unclear why. But they seem to be talking about various
important matters. Some wonder if Unali might even know where
the party will be going to before the meeting?
Oby is quite impressed by Fremea's explanation of the final
hours of the flying castle. Oby believes she was the single most
important factor to save the party and the captives there. But
at the end Oby explains that while she was of great use to the
party this time it might be a bit uncomfortable on the next
mission. He simply explains that her basic build and appearance
might hinder things. Fremea folds her arms and explains she has
been working on disguises. Oby simply nods and sees Fremea
out of the meeting room.
As with Fremea, Oby explains that his size and build might
also be awkward for the next mission. No details are given but
that he might be a bit of a dragon among dwarves. Raban doesn't
take it personally as he has heard such comments for years.
Suca does ask Raban how he has the ability to fly and is curious
about his background. But Oby seems to take no notes on that
question as it seems less important to him.
Oby and Suca do meet with Strie'bog but only briefly. They
ask him various questions about his talents and spell knowledge.
For Farseeker Suca is impressed with his skills and explains he
will be greatly needed for the next mission.
For most of the party the debriefing meetings aren't strange.
After the Climan mission barely a year ago, the same was done
then by Duke Aren and King Maros's inner circle. To record such
events could help in the future and help when legends and myths
become blurred. Oby explains the records will only be in High
Elder Ki'ama's personal library in his Manor. Few outsiders will
be allowed to see it.
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[Apris 15th, 1634TH, 1st day of Adventure #5]
[Location: High Elder's domain - Citadel, Dark Lands, Forest]
Days later sunrise comes to the Citadel on the big day of the
meeting. Some wake up with strange feelings of a weird dream.
Ben'dar wakes up with a backache from a lump in his bed or was
it the dream? Raban wakes up with a grin to his face for some
reason but the others seem to dream of what was and what will be.
Some in the party prepare for the meeting bathing, shaving,
grooming and cleaning their clothes. Some dress in their best
formal clothing. It is clear the High Elder doesn't care about
such things but he is the sovereign ruler of this land and due
that respect.
As each person wakes and prepares the past few weeks are
recalled back in memory. It has only been 20 days since the
group left Marentia it seems. In just three weeks a quick
adventure took place and each wonder how long the next will be.
Each person forms up in front of the Manor house. AS before
the guards demand weapons be given over and that any "dangerous"
or "possible dangerous" magical items be scanned and then
given over if need be. Since most, except Farseeker and Strie'bog,
have gone through this before it is fast. Soon in the foyer
of the manor the party mingles eager for the meeting. Some
are dressed well but some have new things. Unali and Z'leyra
look rather clean and their hair well groomed. Raban especially
takes notice of that. Some notice Kiet now has two new pinky
rings on his hands. Some have new armors and even weapons seen
over the past few days. One of the more impressive sights is
Raban in some nice looking fit leather armor.
Zhou leaves after directing them all inside. Oby then directs
the party now eleven strong to the feast hall. He explains a good
breakfast is prepared. The meeting will be afterwards but Ki'ama is
still preparing so will not be at the breakfast. On the way
down the passages the party notices a new poster like board on
one wall near the feast hall. Along with a Domain map it
contains a roster of each Domain. It looks like nothing has
changed since the first time the party came here. Itom must
still be in power? The bulk of the domains are 9 Balance, only 4
Law and 19 Chaos. It is clear Chaos has a strong force here.
This may be why ki'ama has such a hard time balancing the needs
and wants of the 30 odd big wizards.
At breakfast eggs of many kinds, ham, bacon, fruits, juices,
soups, breads and other things are served in heaping amounts.
Caladan asks about Sven and Oby explains he returned and helped
the Ipanza return to their land in the north. He sends his regards
but is busy with those matters.
"Are there any questions or comments for the High Elder or
to be answered you would like to supply?" Oby asks this question
before he departs.
Actions? Comments?
Next Update...Friday...
GM: As you may have noticed the format was changed a bit.
The above is more "book" style. Do you guys like this
or the old "movie/tv script" style better? I'm not
quite used to this style yet so have to get it all down.
Its a bit more formal and needs more formation. It
is more story oriented. But the problem is in looking
through many updates it will be harder to pick and choose
things. For example in the old format finding dialogue
was easy but in this format you'll have to do more reading.
So that's one bad thing about it. Open to comments.
GM: In case you didn't notice this last weekend the update
changed. I moved adventure #4 to a link and it's own
directory. It can still be viewed by a link. But this
adventure is cleared of debris. Only thing on there now
are important links for review if needed. Minor updates
and changes to:
* PBEM Summary - minor edits/changes
* Items information file to be updated AFTER meeting
* Contact file - Anyone want to add their contact info?
* PBEM new player intro - for the new guys this is a good
intro and reference. :)
GM: Next update will be the big intro. It will be a BIG update.
This is just a prep update for it. The real nitty gritty
will be Friday. I have finally outlined the adventure in
my head and have a good grasp on how best to kill..err I mean
entertain the party. At this time Strie'bog is back in
the game. I'll have more players to come soon. Stay tuned!
If you want the Elder to cover any questions or comments or
specific thing let me know. But he'll cover everything from
the books, treasure and other things you might not think
of. This is just a way to remind me of anything you may
want answered or explained.
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