[pnpgm] Game Update #24 - File #260 - Party is inspected by Uli
Scott Adams
longshot at darktech.org
Tue Jul 28 08:29:37 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
R4.Tom Corckett..........Caladan...........Wizard Normal/Human Ma
W2.Marcel Liberty........Chion.............Sailor..Normal/Human Ma
W3.Ryan Torres...........Farseeker.........Warrior.Normal/Human Ma
--.Tobie Bonahoom........Fremea............Sidh....Normal/Faerry Fe
R2.Mark Murtha...........Kell..............Trader..Normal/Human..Ma
Do.David Sanders.........Kiet.Sunan........Acrobat Normal/Human Ma
R4.J H Hooten............Raban.Usherwood...Bard....Normal/Human..Ma
W2.Robert Maxwell........Strie'bog.........Bard....Normal/Human..Ma
R1 NPC...................Shu.Yeoh..........Wizard..Normal/Human..Fe
W4.Wout Broere...........Unali.............Ninja...Normal/Human Fe
-..Thomas.Magann.........Whitney...........??????..Normal/Human..Ma
Do John.Stowman..........Will..............Hunter..Normal/Human..Ma
R4.Alex Koponen..........Z'leyra...........Healer..Normal/Human Fe
R1 NPC...................Zhou Kiwat........Noble...Normal/Human..Ma
Animals: Corona [Eagle] Z'leyra, Tef'wo (Horse) Ben'dar, 2 Donkeys
Cover Story Info:
Caladan aka Ca Lu as Guard/Archer
Farseeker aka Fu Sa as Guard
Fremea as Noble child [Disguised]
Kell aka Swan as Trader
Keiet aka Kiet Sunan as Zhou's servant
Unali as Zhou's wife
Will aka Sun Tzu as hunt master
Z'leyra aka Kakita Junami
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[Recap]
From Will: [Re: Actions]
Will comes up on deck "had to hit the scuppers...with a
sudden look of ...he says ...uot; hedashes below in great
GM: Ok. Something happened on that email save. messed up. So
not sure what was done. But I recall it was short. :)
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From Kiet: [Re: Actions]
After a short time Kiet says to the sailor, "No, I was not...
GM: Ack.
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From Fremea: [Re: Actions]
Fremea stands still for a while, just glaring at anyone, daring
them to touch her. When a sailor comes over towards her, she
kicks at him (not really hitting him, more like a temper kick
of don't touch me) and pouts. "Why do I have to line up? I am
not a commoner like the others. I shouldn't have to do this!"
GM: Ack. I got this late and had already typed up most of the
stuff. Sorry. I'll insert it as best I can.
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[New Stuff]
[Ma 23rd, 1634TH]
[Winds: Average, Speed 7]
[Distance this day: 31]
[Weather: Overcast, Wind storm]
[Temperatures: 61-71]
[Magical talisman: Not active at this time]
[Time: 1:21pm]
Below on the second deck Kiet and the sailor-inspector finish
up the first two forward storage rooms. To Kiet it is clear the
sailor isn't a trained inspector. But it is also clear that
the sailor is frustrated. Not having others to help clearly
makes his job harder. If others were with him he could do a
far better search. Either the party got lucky or Zhou said
something to make it easy.
As the two move aft they stop at the hold door and open it.
The smell of hay, waste, horse sweat and hair waft through
the door in the humid hold. The sailor wrinkles his nose and
looks inside. "Maybe I'll do this last." He then closes
the door and continues aft.
The two move into the crew quarters, the inspector begins to
look around the berths, chests and sheets. As he does Kiet
considers his reaction to the sailors previous comments. Then
he softly speaks up. "No, I was not trying to bribe you. A bribe
is a payment intended to entice you into an action or inaction that
does not benefit you or the people you work for. I merely wished
to encourage you to an even greater effort than your captain has
already asked of you. I offered to stay behind so that you might
not feel led or directed or distracted. I am, of course, at your
service and will accompany you as you wish."
As the sailor lifts a blanket up he looks over at Kiet. "A
bribe is such a harsh word." He then tosses a pillow and slaps
it down to feel for anything. "A donation for a good job done
or service is another matter." He then heads to the next berth
to repeat the process. "I've even heard barmaids mention something
called a tip. One can get thirsty in a tavern without coin. Of
course the bounty we wi--." He quickly cuts off the words and
coughs as if from dust but Kiet realizes he let something slip.
What's this about a bounty? "I will of course gladly accept
any donation you might feel of benefit."
The crew quarters are bare and doesn't take but two minutes
at most to inspect. Both leave and head to the first mate's
quarters. He quickly repeats the process and then moves onto
the captain's quarters. Kiet expects the door to be locked
as usual but finds it unlocked. Either Sung unlocked it ahead
of time or forgot today. Kiet stays in the hall it seems not
quite right to be in the captain's quarters. Kiet glances around
the empty halls and wonders what is going on top side.
The last room inspected on this deck is the messhall but as
one might expect the inspection goes flawless. The sailor happens
to find a tankard of ale sitting and lifts it up. The sailor
swallows the brew and licks his lips. "Never know if it might
be some magical brew." Kiet just smiles at the clearly obvious
sailor acting his role but with confidence of a beggar.
The two men take to the ladders to climb down to deck 3.
Meanwhile up on top side while the inspection takes place
Zhou tries to stall. "I called all up here but it seems he
didn't hear the call. I sent a sailor to go below to find
him, I'm sure he'll come up soon."
Captain Uli nods half absently and looks at the motley crew
of those assembled in a line for his inspection. The party had
no notice to change into Katai clothing so are wearing what they
had on when the ship was spotted. A lesson learned and
will have to be corrected from now on.
Uli stands in front of Arawn and eyes the Elf up and down.
The Alfar stands a good 9 inches taller so can see his face
clearly in the eye even though Arawn wears a hat in an attempt
to cover his ears. As Uli eyes him from feet up, Zhou speaks
up. "My dancer companion here is skilled in martial arts. He
has been teaching my daughter some of those skills. She wanted
him to come with us so I had no choice but to hire him for the
long trip." As Uli's eyes drift to the head, Zhou continues.
"Would you like him to demonstrate some moves?" Clearly trying
to distract the captain.
Uli glances over. "No. You folks in Katai are renown for
such combat techniques. I've seen many good demonstrations
over the years." Uli does a second quick glance and moves on
to the next person.
Uli looks at Ben'dar up and down quickly. Zhou speaks up.
"The best darn horse trainer around." Uli nods and moves
onto the next person not giving Ben'dar a second thought.
"One of my closest advisors." Zhou nods toward Caladan. "He
is specially trained in courtly affairs." Uli eyes Caladan
up and down. Caladan gives a slight smile at the thought of
a barbarian as a court advisor. Of course only a few know that
in fact his stealth and intrigue skills are almost as good
as Unali's.
"Those boots don't look Katai style." Uli points to the
brown boots of Caladan. Caladan simply replies, "Lemasan," in
Katai. Uli nods and moves onto the next person.
"Whenever I go on a trip I take my own personal sailor. I
trust the captain and crew. But this man knows a lot of sailing
skills and I feel safer." Chion just stands there looking
bored and ignoring the two men in front of him. Uli takes in
the tall height and large frame of Chion.
Uli asks Chion, "how can a large man like yourself climb the
rigging with ease?"
Chion shrugs and briefly glances over. He whispers faintly,
"easy". Before Uli can lean in to hear, Zhou reaches over to
Uli and touch him lightly.
"He has fallen hard a few times. He may be a quiet person
but he can be quite agile when needed. Especially when it is
pay day and ales need drinking, then he moves quickly." Chion
considers glaring at Zhou but continues his non caring stare
at the other ship as if admiring it. Uli seems satisfied and
moves onto the next person.
"My personal bodyguard. I've seen him take down four men
with one hand and that's before he got out of his chair."
Uli glances at Farseeker and tries to find any sign of magical
markings or obvious stuff a magic user might use. Uli stops
at the great sword sheath and leans in closer at the markings.
"That isn't Katai design." Uli frowns.
"No. He is not from Katai a hired mercenary from the
Cerulean empire. May be from a barbarian nation but he
is worth the coin."
Uli nods and moves onto the next person in line. Farseeker
makes a mental note to buy a new sheath to not draw attention.
It doesn't have any magical markings but it is a typical Marentian
military design showing battle markings and the like.
Fremea glances over at the others near her and whines. "Why do
I have to line up? I am not a commoner like the others. I shouldn't
have to do this!"
Raban glances down the line and smiles at Fremea.
"My daughter of course you've met before." Zhou points to
Fremea. The party has noticed he has yet to use actual names
and it doesn't seem to bother Uli. Uli glances closer at the
girl. Uli stands a good foot and half taller so has to lean in
closer to look at her face. Wearing no hat she hopes her long
hair covers her ears. Zhou's eyes show alarm when he notices
a slight bulge on the right side. Fremea seems to notice this
and glances right to move that side of the head away from view.
She stomps her feet and growls in frustration clearly bored at
this farce. Uli notices her hands seem unusually small and seem
to comment on them when she suddenly breaks rank and heads to the
port side of the ship.
Zhou shakes his head, "she doesn't like these delays. I
might be willing to trade you all the money i have if you want
to take her with you." Uli quickly glances over but notices
Zhou is smiling. Uli realizes it was meant as a joke and nods.
"I have a niece that acted like her. Most noble kids are
too spoiled. Our Prince has advocated sending children of
noble families out into the forest for long camping trips away
from comforts of home." He glances back at Fremea who is looking
out over the ocean. "It seems to change them, at least most
of them."
"You already met Swan here earlier." Zhou points to Kell.
"Yes. Clearly of the class of people who will sell anything
for a coin." Uli glances more at Kell and looks at his weapons.
"A trader with a weapon is a dangerous combination." Uli glances
at Zhou. "You said you were on a trade mission as part of your
trip?"
"Trade and pleasure yes. But the details of the trade deals
is for our House only. "
At that instant Will comes up on deck from the stairs. He
straightens out his clothes and looks innocent.
"Ahh. there you are. Join us. We have friends here looking
for vile elusive magic users."
Some glance over at Will and seem to detect something in
his body language but not sure what. he shrugs and joins the
others in line looking bored.
Meanwhile back below Kiet and the sailor get to the lower
passenger deck. The inspector begins a room by room search
of the cabins. Taking about 2 minutes on each room Kiet
figures it'll take about 20 minutes or so.
As the minutes go on most of the rooms are clean at least to
the inspectors view. Kiet becomes concerned at some rooms
like Arawans, Fremea and Z'leyra's. When the sailor opens Arawn's
room he finds books and scrolls and opens them but only briefly
glances at them. He does stop on one with pictures and frowns but
doesn't seem to understand the language. The inspector notices
clothes on the bed and floor. Kiet explains the noble child
is quite a messy girl. The inspector shrugs and seems to realize
this is a child's room and only does a cursory look at the chest
which is good for Arawn as well.
The inspector enters Will's room and looks around in the
usual manner. He moves all around and finds nothing of value
to steal, as it seems to Kiet or of magic value.
As the last cabin is Z'leyra's Kiet prepares for a possible
fight. Kiet knows of all the people she refused to leave her
gear behind. Even carrying around the staff is so dangerous
it could be fatal on sight. Kiet ensures his dagger is ready
for a fight if the man sees her staff. The man finds her
satchel and opens it. He fingers through the medical supplies
and natural magical items. "This stuff doesn't look normal for
a healer if she is such a person." He pulls one item out to
inspect it closer in the light. "This for example looks like
some person might use in ma-".
Suddenly Squirt shoots out from under the dress and through
the man's legs. The demon-pet-animal of Kell's makes growling
noises and dashes back and forth before it runs out the
door almost into Kiet himself. The sailor backing away hits the
wall and drops the item in his hand. the man falls back onto the
bed and onto his back. The sailor curses and Kiet notices the
blanket on the bed is raised up and there under the bed is the
staff with all the obvious magic signs on it. Kiet rushes over
to help the sailor up.
"What was that?!" The sailor bursts out.
Kiet explains it is a pet of the trader top side.
"A pet? It looks like a giant rat. It should be killed!
Likely give you mad mind sickness or something."
As Kiet helps the man up he uses his foot to shove the staff
backward clearly annoyed Z'leyra didn't hide it better. He also
kicks the natural magic item the sailor find of interest against
the wall out of view.
The sailor rushes to the door and pulls his dagger out ready
for the animal. Kiet slightly pushes him forward. "Where
did it go?" The sailor asks confused. Kiet sees his chance and
points aft. The man forgetting the room heads in that direction.
Kiet leans in and closes the door.
Meanwhile at the same time Uli leans back at the towering
Raban. It takes a full minute to just get a grasp of the man's
body and size. Uli then comments softly to Zhou. "If he is
slow why does he dress rather fancy?"
"He is a dancer and you know that crowd. He may not know
how to read or write like civilized people. But he knows
how to play some music and dance well. Of course we mainly
use him to move things around for us. That or open tight
jars when needed.
...
As Uli eyes Raban up and down, Raban feels the sudden urge to
reach out and pat the captain on the head like a dog. Before
his brain registers the action it is done and he recoils with a
slight smile that quickly fades. Uli reaches down to his belt
near his dagger but Zhou interrupts him. "No...that is a sign
of respect....their way of saying hello where he is from...he
didn't mean offense."
Uli relaxes and nods. "Just don't go doing it again brute."
Uli moves to the next person in line that of Strie'bog. Zhou
swallows hard knowing the pale green lighted skin could be a weird
thing to explain. Zhou waits in case the issue is spoken of.
"A hired bard to record great stories of our house. In a few months
time we are having a house celebration and we need it documented
in poetry and song. We of course will send copies to your Prince
if he so will accept them." Uli nods approvingly knowing that
the prince likes poetry and the like.
Uli asks, "what instruments do you play?"
Strie'bog glances at Zhou who knows knowing that Strie'bog
only recently learned the language of Katai. Strie'bog explains
he plays the Balalaika, flute and violin. Uli nods, "one of our
sailors plays the flute quite well. I've never met a bard but
hear of their ...long ranged travels. Quite the entertainer.
Our prince would love to have a Bard at his place. Maybe
when your done with this job you can come back to us?"
Strie'bog shrugs not knowing what to say. Uli looks
more in depth at Strie'bog. "You look a bit sick to me.
Are you feeling well?"
Zhou quickly speaks up, "the sun has taken its toll on him
more than the others. He has some skin condition that prevents
him from tanning but actually seems to do the opposite. He
has to stay indoors a lot..." Zhou trails off as he finishes
his quick improvisation. Zhou figures the party could handle
these sailors with ease but its best to test what he might be
forced to say in Katai early when there is little risk.
Uli nods, "you should see a healer about that."
Zhou waves a hand to usher him forward down the line, "our
healer is over here. She is watching him."
Uli leans in and whispers, "the one dancing to no music?
Did you hire all....soft minded people for cheap labor?"
Zhou shakes his head, "she is also skilled like the bard
with dancing and music. This here is my other daughter." Zhou
points to Shu who realizes what he says but only gives a
quick glance in reaction.
Uli nods and eyes her over like a piece of meat and then
smiles in some thought. "Much more disciplined I see." Then
he nods and moves on passing the young girl who could pass
as a good Katai native. She glances up at Zhou who nods in
reply as Uli gets to Unali.
"Another daughter?" Uli asks.
"No. She is a guide and was hired for some tracking and
is quite skilled in a fight. We plan to sail further south to
Middle Katai and she knows the area well enough to be our guide
so we don't get lost."
Uli notices the dagger on her hip and nods. His reaction
to her being a tracker seems unnatural. Later it would be
explained most all trackers are naturally male. Unali stares
back at the captain with arms crossed not wanting to show any
sign of submission to the captain. Unali knows full well
females in Katai are like most places second behind men in
status and society. But cover or no cover she knows a strong
female does exist in Katai. She plays that part fully and
then some. Uli nods approvingly but then stops. He backs up
and glances down at Unali's dagger sheath.
Uli bends down to take a closer look at Unali's waist and
the dagger scabbard. "Those look like magical markings!"
Z'leyra who made the scabbard tenses up and so does the others.
Zhou considers this explanation looking briefly at Unali
and bends down as well. "I don't see anything like that."
Zhou reaches out toward Unali's waist and grabs the dagger
out from the scabbard. Why Unali wears this still he doesn't
know. but if they get out of this he'll have to see why.
He holds the magical dagger in his palm and shows it to Uli.
"Look at this unique style. I'm told it is made from a style
of blade so powerful by natural craftsman to make Ba'ru
weaponsmiths seem unskilled. Uli eyes the normal dagger but
with the touch of Kameri design Z'leyra put into it. "Now
would a tracker need magic for this blade?"
Uli reaches out to touch the blade and Unali recoils slightly
at him touching it. If the clairvoyance effect takes place
and he senses it the game is up. But Zhou didn't know of that
effect the blade gives. If anyone attacks Uli the whole thing
is done and he'll know it is magic. She holds back her will to
slams the man down to the deck.
Uli twirls the blade around and up and down examining it from
all angles. "A very nice blade it seems. You selling it?" He
glances to Unali who without thinking shakes her head. "Very
well." He hands the blade back to her. She takes it and
places it quickly in her scabbard again. "So the markings?"
"Made by the same weaponsmith who made the dagger." That
in fact is not a lie. "I'm told he was very artistic and liked
to make markings." Then he takes a chance hoping the story of
the dagger fooled him. "You can examine the scabbard if need be."
Uli considers this then from the gangplank. "Sir, if we are
to return our cargo to shore soon..." The sailor speaks and
trails off knowing what the true comment was about. Uli glances
back at the sailor and then up at the sky to guess the time.
He nods and then turns back to the line of people. he shakes his
head at Zhou and moves on.
"Our resident healer and entertainer." Zhou points to Z'leyra.
Uli nods and glances at the woman tapping her drum. "Stand
still please..." He waits till she stops and then stars his
review of her body, curves and gear. "Interesting bracelet.
Nice boots....and..."
"Ahhh..here we go!" Zhou feels relieved to see the sailor
rush over with a small book. Those in line didn't notice the
sailor opening a nearby provision locker to find it. The
sailor hands Zhou the book. "Captain Uli. May I present to
you a gift." Uli turns to face him and Zhou continues. "This
is a poetry book from a long lost poet from Katai. It is said
he was around some 6 centuries ago. But his work is very rare
to find. I wish to present this to your Prince as a token of
our continued House friendship with your nation."
Uli grabs the book and opens the small journal sized book.
He glances at the pages and nods. "Thank you. I will see
that he gets this right away." He holds the book and then
turns back to Z'leyra. After a few more seconds he glances
behind the party to the sailors in one group. He heads
in that direction to inspect the crew this time.
Zhou seeing the party seemingly dismissed turns to the party.
"You may mingle. Just stay top side for now." Zhou then
whispers to Z'leyra. "Seen Will?" She shakes her head. Zhou
rushes off to join the captain giving the party some time
to think and relax. Where is Will it has been a good time
at least 5 or more minutes and still not here?
Meanwhile below the sailor-inspector riffles through the
hallway in search of the demon-pet. Eventually he gives
up after a minute or two. He sighs and places his dagger
back on his belt. "You should kill that beast!" Kiet sighs
and nods.
The sailor-inspector looks around to see if he missed any areas
and notices two more cabins. He heads in that direction.
Back top side Captain Uli and Zhou do their quick inspection
of the sailors. Compared to the party the sailors are simply
dressed and only might have a dagger or sword. The inspection
goes fast as Uli only takes a moment on each sailor. Then
he gets to the first mate and Captain. he eyes both down.
"I wish to see your charts please." Uli states.
"Our maps are Lemasan property not yours." The First mate
says gruffly.
"Never the less I wish to see your course." Uli persists.
"That would be a severe slight to us sir." Captain Sung says
calmly. "We all have our private maps. I understand on your
ship I have no doubt you have maps of those hidden based in
those coves I hear." Uli raises an eyebrow. "Show me yours and
I'll show you mine."
Before Uli can protest, Will climbs the stairs up to the
top deck and glances around. Will says, "Sorry...had to hit the
scuppers." With a sudden look of astonishment he says "I'll be
back." Then turns to move back down.
"Stop!" Captain Uli yells. This causes Will to stop and
turn around to give a confused look. "You over here."
"Its all right. He is a friend here to make sure no nasty
magic is on ship or folks who can use the stuff....come closer."
Will glances over at the others in a bit of confusion as
they glare or stare back as wondering where he was. Will shrugs
and stomps over like Fremea. Tall in his buckskins, Captain
Uli seems to have forgotten the argument over Charts and looks
Will over carefully.
"A woodsman who is our guide in the great Choshai forest.
While we met with some of the Choshai villages for our trade
talks we did hunts." Zhou states simply pointing at Will. "He
is with us to return to our House to tell of some things in
the forest we might find beneficial to further trade and flow
of coins into the Choshai economy. I it's one thing to have a
great timber trade. All in this area know of your great timber
ships that flow up and down the coast. But the forest does
have other things we might find equally beneficial for trade."
Captain Uli nods knowing that a recent silver mine was
discovered mid-forest far from the nearest village a good 3
days away. He stops his inspection of Will and waves him over
to the others. Will shrugs and joins the party. Uli turns back
to the Captain.
"In hopes of peace between Choshai, Lemasa and Katai I
will not slight you Captain. But I do have a right to see
those charts. Since it does not directly affect our current
mission I will not force the issue." Captain Sung nods in
acknowledgement.
Meanwhile down below the sailor-inspector and Kiet climb
the stairs to the hold deck. "Now for that hold of yours.
You were saying something about a possible...donation to me
and my friends?" The sailor brings the issue back up of
Kiet's offer. Kiet digs into his belt pouch and digs a few
coins out. He hands 2 Silver coins to the man who quickly
and deftly places them in his own vest pocket. "We will
think of you as we drink our ale and hope the demon beast
does not kill you." He glances over his shoulder as they
get to the hold.
Kiet smiles and knows this might be his last chance to
add to the bribe. The inspector did see some strange things
in Z'leyra's cabin and that darn pet. Could they be something
to report to the captain? Would the man feel the bribe too
low? Kiet knows it is well worth the man's wages. But as
the inspector goes from horse to horse checking the horse,
saddles against the wall, lockers and cabinets he feels the
bribe should be sufficient. He just hopes the party didn't
make things worse. As the inspector nears Tef'wo the man
eyes the jeweled necklace. "Unusual." The sailor comments
but Kiet remains quiet. By now the people can be heard
on deck talking but in hushed tones. The sailor eyes the
necklace. "Flamboyant." Kiet considers making up some story
but then realizes this is a noble group. If a noble wishes
to have a diamond necklace for a dog so be it. The sailor
finishes his inspection and then climbs the ramp to the top
side.
By now it has taken 30 full minutes for the full inspection.
It took 8 minutes for the hold deck and at least 20 minutes
for the passenger level. In that same time Uli inspected the
party and crew. It took just as long to do that as the below
inspection. Captain Uli now is busy having a sailor open each
provision locker, cabinet, chest and other storage item on this
open deck. When Uli sees the sailor come up the moment of
truth comes out for the party. The party tenses up and
the sailor saunters over to the Captain.
"All seems quite clean sir. Some rooms were mundane bare
of much while others were lavish." He laughs a bit. "Even
one horse has this expensive looking collar!"
"Nothing strange to report?" Captain Uli asks.
"Nothing. Oh wait." The party places hands near weapons.
"There was this strange animal below. it almost attacked me.
But it got away before I could kill it." Kiet holds his breath
waiting for the sailor to mention the red eyes. But a few
seconds pass and nothing is said.
"Very well." Uli turns back to finish the storage area
inspection. Kiet joins the party and pats his money pouch
as a possible sign. Kiet glances to the others to see what
they will do about the prisoner. But in that short time the
party has exited the inspection time there has been only
seconds to talk.
Captain Uli glances into the last barrel of trash and then
turns to walk toward Captain Sung and Zhou. "I am sorry for
any trouble we have caused. We can't be so not lack in our duties
in this day and age. Vermin who use magic to twist people's
minds and property are a constant threat. We had no choice
but to do this today. I hope you accept my apology on any
trouble this may have caused." At that Fremea at the railing
gives a stifled groan and rolls her eyes. Ever playing her
bored and impatient part the Captain nods to both men and
walks toward the gangplank.
"That is it?" Zhou rushes after him. As he does he glances
to the party to see if they will attack now to free this wizard.
Why aren't they doing anything? Could they really leave a
wizard behind? As the crew disperse, Sung quietly orders the
crew to prepare for immediate departure. They quietly head to
the sails and anchor. Some run below.
Captain Uli turns, "Yes. Is there more?"
Zhou shrugs, "No. Do you still need some items to trade?"
Uli smiles at the noble. So naive, he shakes his head. He
turns back. "Good day and journey to you and yours." He walks
across the plank. Zhou glances at the party who seem to be
all in a whisper figuring out what to do.
As the sailors cross the gangplank is slowly drawn back.
Uli shakes his head. "You nobles know how to spend money.
A woodsman with a cape! How can one run through the forest
with a cape like that?"
Zhou glances at Will then shrugs.
On the other ship they are doing the same preparing the
ship to move. but the Blue Moon crew is a bit faster and
has already raised the anchor. Now the sails are unfurled
and the ship lurches slightly forward. As the ships part
Uli glances to the rigging and notices Corona. He squints
and notices something odd on his claws or just above it.
He raises a hand to his eyes and tries to get a better view
but the ship is now parted by a good 20 feet away. "Bring
me a spyglass." Uli is heard as the Blue Moon moves away.
In a minute the spyglass is raises and Corona's anklets are
seen and Uli raises an eye. Uli turns to his crew and shouts
some orders. But they aren't heard by the party at this
now huge gap of distance.
Below deck on the Blue Moon a sailor rushes to relock
Captain Sung's cabin. Another one deck below rushes to the store
room near Will's cabin. AS he does he notice Kell's pet rush into
the room where the door is slightly ajar. The sailor looks
into the room but then stops when he notices the beast snarling at
the wall near the bed. The beast leaps forward and suddenly the
bed bumps and crumples up its blankets. Curious the sailor enters
the room. When the sailor hear a grunt he draws his sword. "Who
is there?" But before he can do anything the beast leaps on
the bed and runs up the sheets. No. Runs up into mid-air
ontop of something not seen. The sailor blinks as the red eyed
beast hisses at something. When the beast seems to be tossed
aside by something the sailor lowers his sword at the bed. "Stay
right there!"
Some notice Will has again seemed to slip away with a couple
others below deck. Ben'dar rushed below to check Tef'wo.
the first mate headed below with Shu.
On deck Captain Sung notices the other ship is trying to
follow the ship. Unali and Fremea report through their spy
glasses the crew is preparing sails. It seems Uli is arguing
with one sailor over something. As the other ship seems to
chase the blue moon for at least two full minutes Captain Uli
seems to stop and turn his back and head below. As Uli heads
below the other ship suddenly turns west toward the shore. The
party gives a visible sigh of relief.
Suddenly as the party disperse and start to talk and argue
over the prisoner a louse noise is heard below. Up the stairs
storms three sailors carrying by force a man. The three sailors
shove the man forward up the stairs. AS the party stare at
this sudden change of events one sailor calls for Captain Sung.
"We have a stowaway!" The sailor says loudly.
Captain Sung rushes over and eyes the 6 foot 2 man who is
about 200 pounds or so. He looks to be 19 or 20. "Who are
you and what are you doing on my ship!?"
"He was found below in one of the cabins." The sailor states.
Zhou breaks away from talking to Caladan and breaks through
the party to see what the trouble is. As he nears the man he
suddenly stops and tilts his head. "I know you. Don't I?"
The man glances at Zhou and frees himself of the sailors. He
shrugs not knowing what to say. he glances behind Zhou at the
party behind Zhou. Zhou continues. "You were at the Citadel
once I believe. Whit I believe was your name? What are you
doing here?"
Raban frowns at the thought of another male. Why couldn't it
have been a female? He glances at Will standing by the stairs
now and sighs in visible regret it isn't a female.
[Time: 1:54pm]
Actions? Comments?
Next Update...Friday...
GM: Wow. Big storm tonight. Delayed me by 3-4 hours doing
this so finished it as best I could. Have you figured
it out? Those keen might have seen it before they read
the update. The roster gave it away. A new player. :) I
know I know. ANOTHER one? Large group as it is now. I
probably should close it for new players now. But I figure
if I were a player I'd be sad if couldn't play. So I have
a soft spot for that reason. Plus he knew just how to bribe
me with the right virgin slaves and money. So welcome aboard
Thomas! Now if the party doesn't throw you overboard for
sneaking aboard and hiding that'll be another matter. Good
luck!
GM: You guys can still react to things above even with the past
inspection stuff if you want. I just sped things up a bit
to get past this random encounter which I used to get Tom
in the game. I was going to do another scene to have him
rescued but figured two Coronas, 1 sling stone sort of thing.
My schedule of events. I'm doing the finishing touches on
the IBT post it is as big as this one so far and still not
finished. I hope to post it for a special update on Wednesday.
Then Friday I will react to new stuff and post the next event
whatever that might be. Assuming Whit isn't killed by the
party or the captain for sneaking aboard we can move on.
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