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CieranSol 13-Jul-21 06:11 AM

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It was a chilly winter's evening in Waterdeep, and the sun was starting to dim over the horizon - not that it provided much warmth at this time of year, to begin with. Fires were lit along the streets and Waterdavians gathered around, trying to stay warm. The crowds of people, as usual, are full of gossip - the most prevalent being a rumor that half a million gold dragons (coins) are hidden somewhere within the city walls. Among the shadows of the City of Splendor, people are meeting with more devious intent. Just under the thriving surface of Waterdeep, a tension has been escalation between two groups fighting for control of the city's resources. The Zhentarim, or the Black Network, is an organized crime syndicate of shadowy mercenaries and business entrepeneurs, seeking to gain influence with the ruling lords. Opposing them is the Xanthar Guild, a group of chaotic thieves and criminals who will take any means necessary to amass wealth and power in the name of their leader, Xanthar. While these two factions are the largest and most prevalent, several other groups fight for power in the city. You have decided that you have a taste for adventure, and in fact you have already run into some just recently. What better way to celebrate the fact that you live another day, than with some good company and a flagon of whatever drink suits your fancy. And, there is no better place to do that than The Yawning Portal, a sprawling inn and tavern located in the Castle Ward.

The ground floor contains the tavern's expansive common room, filled with all types of colorful characters. In the center of the tavern lies a 40-foot-diameter well, descending 140 to the Undermountain, a sprawling dungeon under Waterdeep. On the upper floors, guests of the inn congregate around well-appointed rooms. Durnan, the proprietor, can always be seen behind the bar, charging a fair price for food, drink, and lodging. Beyond those necessities, nearly any basic equipment can be found within the town, if you know where to look.

Viviana BOT 13-Jul-21 10:29 AM

Viviana stretched her arms above her head as she yawned. It had been a long few nights. First, she had broken into the town's library to try and read their medical journals, and she was quickly found when she crashed down into a book cart, alerting the librarian and the patrolling guard outside. As a result of her 'petty break in', she had been sentenced to several nights in jail. Fine. She had managed to sneak the one or two medical journals into her bag before she had been captured, so her 'punishment' was more of a reward than she would care to admit. But, sleeping on a hard wooden bench was not exactly the best way to sleep, and now she was paying the price for it. Viviana brushed her fingers through her silver hair, scratching at the base of her horns. Her icy blue eyes looked up to see a large inn called The Yawning Portal. Well, it looked comfortable enough! Viviana walked into the inn and inhaled the smell of cooking meats and breads and ale. Her stomach growled with hunger. She walked forward, her lilac tail swishing lightly as she walked up to the desk. "Hello, I'd like a room, please." She said to the man behind the bar.

Gerla Treysor's Daughter BOT 13-Jul-21 10:43 AM

Being an ex-raider with an eye patch makes turning lawful good kind of hard. Doubly so when you go to research some history on your new god and the librarian decides you're there to burn the place down. Gerla needed a decent bit of help to figure out who they Treysor was. But it eventually got there. But that research, figuring out the god's history helped her understand what was going on. But she didn't understand why his worship died out. Or even why she heard his voice in her head now. Life was so much simplier before. Now she had to protect the weak. God.... No, she reminded herself, Trey, it was so much easier when you just took what you needed from them. She had learned that she needed to work a bit to make things work. So, she strode into this new town. Her kit was in a bag slung over one shoulder. Her armour, sword and shield all carried in a pack rather than on her. She was unarmoured, but had carefully, and after many, many tries, stitched the symbol into her shoulder. SHe looked around as she strode through the streets. Why did Trey want her here... No, I'm not calling you Treysor, she shouted in what used to be the privacy of her own head. But now it felt like she had someone riding shotgun. You chose me as your Paladin. If you can't handle me then let me go. Fine, deal. Trey it is. What on earth am I doing here?

Roran Myddrin BOT 13-Jul-21 10:45 AM

Not far behind the Tiefling Roran would quickly walk into the tavern as well, he was a very large man with thick muscles and blue scales covering his skin it was easy for him to get the attention of others. it didn't help that at 7'4 he was clearly dwarfing a lot of the other people in the place. A soft smile was on his face as he stepped into the building easily lugging around his gear before he was assaulted by all the smells and the sounds in the tavern. Teeth clenching as his hunger grew Roran would quickly regret heading into an area so crowded as he felt his impulses try and control him. Shaking his head as he controlled his breathing Roran would then pull his hands away from his sword not wanting to have another outburst as he instead walked towards the nearest barmaid. "can I have some meat and a cup of mead?" he quickly asked as he slouched doing his best to not seem too imposing, his mind would flash from what happened last night feeling a heavy wave of guilt hit him. During his walk he had heard a scream making him quickly run to the source wanting to find out what had happened, when he got there he was caught by surprise as he found a group of men trying to rob an elf shouting hate at them and so he quickly made his move. He must have scared her though during the fight he had lost control and let his curse take control of him turning him into a monster. (edited)

Erin BOT 13-Jul-21 12:13 PM

Erin walked down the cobbled streets of the town, her amber eyes piercing the sky. She was so glad to finally be allowed out into the world, breathing in the fresh air. Her black hair tumbled back across her shoulders, her tight fitting leather clothes giving her a edgy with look to her, her forearms exposed and her fingernails painted purple. She was itching to get some food about now, and headed towards the closest inn. She had come to this town about a month ago to find a new home after her last one was unfortunately blown up in an accidental dark magic incident with a god, and now she was looking for work- or trouble. Recently, she had been put in jail after “assaulting” a man. It wasn’t her fault that he asked about his looks, and she said he looked like a disease ridden rat. It also wasn’t her fault that he attacked her first. It was an accident, she swears! She didn’t mean to break the mans arm, of course she didn’t. No matter, she was out finally. Her cell mate was rather quiet, reading a few books she had apparently stole from a library. Such a strange way to be put in jail. She walked into the inn, walking with the presence of a queen. She had a slight dangerous aura to her, like she would tempt you and then ruin you, like the devil did in the bible. She also had this look on her face, like if someone talked to her, she would rip out her tongue. She walked up to the table with a few people sitting, the main person she was interested in was the half orc doing arm wrestles. “I’d like to give this a try.” She announced to her, and the orc looked her up and down. “I hope your stronger than you look.”

Gerla Treysor's Daughter BOT 13-Jul-21 12:19 PM

When Gerla heard that an old friend of hers was in jail, she'd rushed to see what was going on. And was thrown into quite the moral quandry. She knew what Erin had been like. They had broken more than a few heads together back in the day. But, well, she couldn't leave a friend out. But, Erin hadn't seen Gerla. Certainly not since she had become Treysor's Daughter. So, she anonymously posted the bail to get her friend out of jail. Then snuck off. She didn't plan to be in the bar at the same time as Erin was in there. She had planned to stay the night and move on. Surely Treysor, with all his talk about being accountable and holding up standards wouldn't want her staying in this den. She muttered to herself as she stepped into the inn "Yes, look. I know about these people Trey. They are good people just living where they can. But your fire and fury approach isn't going to work here. People need help, not rules." She looked up and walked over to the barmaid. She gave the girl a smile, shifting the bag under her arm. And then reaching into her pocket. "Can I get a room please?" Bonnie was sweet enough, and... well, at least in a place like this someone who looked like they belonged on the grey side of the law could at least get a room without being turfed out of town.

hermes 13-Jul-21 01:51 PM

Nowhere slipped through the maze of alley ways, hood pulled up over his head in an attempt to hide his face. He'd already had a close call with the city guard this morning. He spent the early morning casing a jeweler and had just started at working the back window open with his thieves tools when he heard footsteps behind him. Swearing he slipped off from his perch and took off full tilt in search of a safe inn to hide in before trying again. The tiefling slowed down as he stepped out of the alley and edged into the tavern, letting his hood fall from his red hair. (edited)

Durnan BOT 13-Jul-21 10:45 PM

As usual, it was a busy night at The Yawning Portal, and Durnan, the establishments proprietor, was busy tending bar to all sorts of patrons, good and bad. At this moment, he turned to face Viviana, who had just walked up to the bar looking for a room. "Aye, we got rooms available, but they'll be there when you're ready to sleep. The night's still young miss, why not spend some time down here in the tavern and get to know some of the folk in this fine town. First drink is on the house." Durnan locked eyes with Viviana, pouring her a flagon of Shadowdark Ale and passing it over. [Feel free to interact with the other bar patrons - check out the numbered characters in the Yawning Portal handout in #deleted-channel. Or, just hang out until the rest of the party has arrived. Or demand a room from Durnan! Or do literally anything. The choice is yours!]

Yagra Stonefist BOT 13-Jul-21 11:12 PM

Yagra was at her regular table at the Yawning Portal, passing the time by betting on arm wrestling matches. She was attractive for a half-orc, greenish-grey ears poking out from underneath her thick black hair. On that day, she wore a heavy tunic to insulate from the cold, but her toned arms were still visible underneath the garment. What had once been a pastime for Yagra had turned into an efficient side business, so when the slender half-elf challenged her to a match, she grinned at the opportunity, her fanged teeth poking out from the edges of her smile. "Best 2 out of three. Care to place a wager on that?" [Erin: place a bet, if you wish, and then make three strength checks for the arm wrestling match. !r 1d20+1, +1 being Erin's strength modifier.]

Bonnie BOT 13-Jul-21 11:26 PM

Bonnie was busy bouncing back and forth that night between customers at The Yawning Portal. Most patrons she would forget by the end of the night, but the Dragonborn there that night was one she would remember - towering over the other guests, dragonkind were a rare sight in Waterdeep. "Mead and Meat, coming right up my dear," she said with a smile. "Feel free to walk around and mingle, you shouldn't be hard to find!" She laughed as she turned her head to make her way to the kitchen for Roran's order. On the way back, Bonnie was stopped by a Half-Orc, a strange sight dressed in the gear of a paladin, muttering to herself. She waved down the barmaid, asking about a room. "Sure, I can look into some accomodations for you miss. Might take a moment though, we're busy here tonight. Can I get you a drink, perhaps some of our famous Shadowdark Ale? What brings a righteous paladin like yourself to this den of mischief, anyhow?" Bonnie raised an eyebrow to Gerla, curious to hear this one's story.

Rike BOT 14-Jul-21 07:03 AM

Rike woke up with a terrible headache. How many drinks had he had the night before? He didn't even try to recall. Fortunately, his drinking habit didn't seem to bother anyone here. He looked around at the scrolls, books, and a dagger on the table. He got up lazily, stumbled to his clothes and got dressed. He didn't have any gold to spend on scripts. He had spent it all on beer, food, girls, boys, and of course most importantly, bribing librarians and sages. "Knowledge shall prevail." That was what he believed, and was willing to do anything it took to know more. That thought always gave him determination and purpose. To be the most powerful. He smirked, picked up his dagger, hid the scrolls, and headed for the door. The Inn was even busier than usual. Old an new faces were eating, drinking, talking, and laughing. His stomach was growling, and he wasn't in the best mood. "I'll have the usual, thank you." He said to Durnan, tapping his fingers on the bar. The "usual" breakfast for Rike was bacon and ale. He looked for a place to sit, but he couldn't see any. He sighed, his head throbbing, and decided to wait.

Viviana BOT 14-Jul-21 07:11 AM

Viviana took the flagon and nodded her head. "Thank you!" She turned as another patron approached the bar, a tall dark skinned man. Her eyes widened as she recalled seeing him in the library when she was caught. "Uhm, excuse me." She reached over and tapped the man on the shoulder, her eyes scanning over the man. He looked exhausted, tired, and quite frankly, hung over. "I saw you in the library yesterday. You were looking for something. Did...Did you find it?" She asked, tilting her head. He still looked ill and Viviana bit her lip. "Are you feeling alright? You don't look well." She said softly. "Not...Not in a bad way! Just... sick." She said, looking at him. She sipped her flagon, hoping that she hadn't just made a huge ass of herself!

Gerla Treysor's Daughter BOT 14-Jul-21 07:18 AM

Gerla shifted the pack under her shoulder and moved to sit at the bar. She set the pack down next to her. Getting it ready. She blinked for a moment. SHe was sure someone noticed her muttering to herself. Why should she be so afraid? She was a paladin of a righteous divine god. Who talked to herself because no one remembered Treysor. She sighed, shaking her head. She focused on the barmaid. "Just some water." That was the thing that sucked most. Treysor had a no alcohol rule. Don't allow one's mind to become clouded. "Its not clouded. Its relaxed you pom...." She bit her lip. The tusks showing a moment. "I do apologise. Magic communication. It looks a bit weird sometimes." She tried to look disarming, before looking over her shoulder. Someone from the library? WHo was that. She shook her head. You're just here for the night. That's when she heard a laugh, and sighed. "What are you planning." She muttered aloud.

Deirona BOT 14-Jul-21 04:03 PM

It was a long day for the sorcerer, she had dealt with many rowdy people and judgmental glances towards her features. She had caught wind of adventure lurking about, and it peaked her interest for only a moment. Deirona didn't want to get into more chaos then she already causes herself. The high elven woman walked into The Yawning Portal, glancing to the bartender and heading straight towards the bar. She could use a drink and try to relax tonight, before someone else asks her to do something ridiculous. "Bartender? Mind grabbing me a mug of mead?" She asked politely, aside for her intimidating demeanor she could be a nice person. Everyone just liked to push her buttons. Deirona placed the required payment on the counter, sitting down at a seat at the bar.

Rike BOT 15-Jul-21 08:54 AM

Rike's heart was thumping. He was trying to steal a scroll in the library, which was in his room. Hiding the scrolls was a wise decision. Did she know? It didn't look like it, but Rike didn't look like a thief, either. He decided it was best to act normal. "Er... yes. It took several hours too, but that librarian knows his stuff." And the self-important little shit is sure hard to bribe. He thought, smiling as his new acquaintance. "Also, I'm fine, just nursing a terrible headache." He was about to ask her what she was doing, but he was interrupted by a loud bellow. He turned his head. The sound had come from a Dragonborn, so huge he could be seen from that distance.He was charging at something. Or someone. His view was blocked. The angry Dragonborn made everything seem out of proportion. Eight feet tall? Maybe Nine? He couldn't tell from there. What he could tell was that someone was in a big trouble, since the screams didn't stop."I'm gonna have a look.". Rike maneuvered through the crowd, trying to get a better view of the squabble. There were three or four strong men being flung around with little effort, smashing into tables and bystanders. The unfair fight continued for another minute before those unfortunate bastards were knocked out. Every one kept staring at the Dragonborn, not uttering a word. Rike, however, didn't plan to spend his day staring at him, and walked back to the bar. She hadn't left, but looked a bit scared. "Sorry for leaving like that, it was a brutal fight. So, what brings you here? Are you also a scholar?" (edited)

hermes 15-Jul-21 11:34 AM

Nowhere kept his back to the wall as he did his best to make his way to the bar without bumping anyone or drawing too much attention to himself. Luckily, he was cloaked. Unluckily, with his red hair, white skin and double horns, he was pretty noticeable. With a sigh, he poured himself into a barstool and brushed the scarlet hair out of his eyes before casting a glance down the bar, sizing up the other drinkers. He recognized the adventurer Meloon Wardragon and briefly thought about speaking to him outright. Instead he flagged the bartender. "I'd like to order Sir Wardragon an ale, please." (edited)

Viviana BOT 16-Jul-21 04:21 AM

Viviana turned as she heard a loud roar like scream. What the fuck?! She saw a large Dragonborn charging at someone. Multiple someone's it appeared. The Dragonborn and several other patrons began to fight and the man who she had been speaking to said he was going to have a look. Viviana had no real physical strength, so she hung back by the bar. She climbed onto the stool and looked over the crowd to see the Dragonborn demolish the other individuals who had picked the fight. 'Idiots. Who would challenge a Dragonborn like that?' Viviana shook her head, climbing down. When the man returned, she chuckled softly. "No worries. Busy day in the bar it seems!" She tilted her head as he asked if she was a scholar. "I am! I am currently pursuing learning the medical profession. What about you? Are you specializing in anything? Or do you prefer all types of knowledge?"

Gerla Treysor's Daughter BOT 16-Jul-21 04:26 AM

Spun around as she heard the fight break out. And for a moment she was torn. The old her, the raider, would decide if it was worth it. A good fight might be fun. But sometimes she just had her own business. But she felt the nudge. And swore under her breath. Then aloud she said. "I know, I know." She turned to see that Bonnie was still busy with other patrons. Leaving her kit bag by the bar. She strode over towards the dragonborn. "Was that fight justified?" Her voice was pleasant, resonant. The eye patch covered one eye. But the half orc woman was large enough to take up a good bit of space. "Did you have reason to mistreat these people? Because if not I believe I shall have to ask you to make up for what you've done."

Roran Myddrin BOT 16-Jul-21 04:37 AM

Wiping his bloodied hands against his clothes Roran would quickly do his best to rein in his emotions not wanting to cause another accident, he had been turned pretty recently with the order and he was still learning to keep his aggression under control. Sheepishly looking from the group of men hurt on the floor and then back to the crowd Roran would quickly rub the back of his head feeling bad for having probably over done things a little too much. "I think I might have taken things a little too far" he admitted to the half orc as he faced her feeling guilty for how badly he seemed to have hurt them, but he certainly didn't regret stepping in "although honestly I'd say they deserved it." he told the woman nodding with his head to a dishevelled elf that stood in the corner having caught the men try to bully her earlier because of her race.

Gerla Treysor's Daughter BOT 16-Jul-21 05:10 AM

Gerla wasn't in her armour. There was no sign of her patron on her at that time. But, well, she still knew what she had to do. "Regardless, we can't just be dishing out violence or beating people because feelings were hurt. I'll ask you to pay for their recovery and rooms for the night. I feel that will be appropriate." She looked over to the dishevelled elf and heaved a sigh. She looked at the dragon born, her one eye focusing a moment. "I am a Paladin of Treysor, would you allow me to have a talk, do a bit of investigating and see what these men may owe to the elf that they would need to repay her?"

Roran Myddrin BOT 16-Jul-21 05:18 AM

Shrugging back at her Roran would quickly sigh as he sheaved his sword showing no signs of wanting to fight the half Orc. "honestly I have no idea who this Treysor person is" he admitted to her before reaching into his pouch showing the women that he had no gold on him. "and I wouldn't really be able to pay for anything sadly I don't have any gold." he told the Orc letting his body relax. Being as large as he was his stature was still enough to make most people seem like halfling's but he didn't want to threaten anyone and so he did his best to make himself smaller, "why don't we all just move on from here and make sure that nothing like this happens again." he adds more to the knocked out men then to the woman his bleeding heart making sure that he wouldn't regret the actions from today.

Yagra Stonefist

Yagra was at her regular table at the Yawning Portal, passing the time by betting on arm wrestling matches. She was attractive for a half-orc, greenish-grey ears poking out from underneath her thick black hair. On that day, she wore a heavy tunic to insulate from the cold, but her toned arms were still visible underneath the garment. What had once been a pastime for Yagra had turned into an efficient side business, so when the slender half-elf challenged her to a match, she grinned at the opportunity, her fanged teeth poking out from the edges of her smile. "Best 2 out of three. Care to place a wager on that?" [Erin: place a bet, if you wish, and then make three strength checks for the arm wrestling match. !r 1d20+1, +1 being Erin's strength modifier.]

Dr. Doooooooooooooom 16-Jul-21 06:45 AM

“2 gs to the winner. That’s all I will wager on this simple, and most likely easy, competition.” She put her elbow against the hard wooden table, ready to show this orc who’s the boss in this tavern. She looked around quickly before continuing to look at her opponent, glancing at a few of the unusual characters here, such as a large lizard man and a man with beautiful orange eyes.

Durnan BOT 18-Jul-21 09:56 PM

Just as Durnan passed the ale to Deirona, an Elandrin came up to the bar and placed an order for bacon and ale. "An excellent combo, sir," Durnan replied to Rike, chuckling. The elf had already struck up a conversation with the Tiefling at the bar - satisfied that he had managed to keep Viviana downstairs and spending money, he went off to fill Rike's order. When Durnan returned, the familiar sound of scuffle echoed in the vast hall. Up above the heads of the crowd, Durnan could see a towering dragonborn poke its head out, and could just make out the sight of humans being thrown about. However, by the time he got there, things had calmed down - a paladin appeared to be handling the situation. Durnan returned to the bar, where a high elf was looking around, waiting to order. He came up to Deirona and folded his arms across his chest. "One mug of mead, coming right up. First one is on the house. What brings you to the Yawning Portal tonight, my lady? Apart from the mead, of course."

Yagra Stonefist BOT 18-Jul-21 09:56 PM

The orc locked eyes with the half elf, getting her arm in position and stabilising herself for the match. Hah, an elf - this should be a piece of cake. A bystander acted as officiant, telling them when to begin each round. The officiant's hand lifted. WHACK. Yagra was caught off-guard by the surprising strength the half-elf mustered within her slight frame. Erin also had quicker reflexes, and the first round had fallen immediately in her favor. Yagra nursed her hand and smiled at Erin. "You have more strength than it seems, elf. Round two." This time, the orc was prepared for the elf. The match went on for several seconds, but this time Yagra managed to overpower Erin. "Final round." The two challengers lifted their arms onto the wooden table. The officiant drew their hand and the two flexed, their arms shifting back and forth. In the end, Yagra's stamina won out, and she won the third round. Yagra grinned at Erin. " You put up an honorable match, better than most of these waifs. I'll take that 2 gold now - but if you're interested in earning it back, my associate may have some...opportunities for you to do so." Yagra beckoned to a sun elf that was sitting nearby, watching the match with interest. [Arm wrestling lost - 6 v 17, 9 v 6, 20 v 13. Erin subtracts 2gp from her balance.]

Davil Starsong BOT 18-Jul-21 09:56 PM

Davil had been watching the match - Yagra had become so accustomed to winning, it was amusing to see this elf best her, even if it was only a single round. At Yagra's signal, he stood up and made his way over to the table. "Davil Starsong at your service." He extended a hand to Erin. "It seems my friend here has given her endorsement of your skill. The Doom Raiders would be interested in the services an adventurer yourself could provide. Come find me some time if you're interested." [The Doom Raiders are a Waterdavian faction - if anyone is interested, they can speak with Davil to find out more about side quests for this faction.]

Alenia Jorel BOT 18-Jul-21 09:56 PM

Alenia had been minding her own business, enjoying a drink at the Yawning Portal. Yes, perhaps her outfit was especially revealing, tempting the men - and some women! - gathered at the tavern, but she could help her good looks. A band of men were looking at her from afar, pointing and whispering things to each other. When they approached, at first Alena flirted with the leader but he quickly started making her uncomfortable. The others were looking at her like she was a piece of meat. Suddenly, a dragonborn appeared behind the man, spinning him around and threatening him for his actions. Before she knew it, a fight had begun, the dragonborn tossing the men across the room like paper dolls. The fight ended as quickly as it had begun. A paladin stepped in, confronting Roran, who was surprisingly nonchalant about the whole matter. Gerla turned to Alenia, curious as to the justification for the thrashing the men had taken. "They were going to assault me! The leader was talking about the disgusting things he was going to make me do, and his cronies were looking at me like I was a slave to be sold! Alenia got up and fixed her hair, walking over to Roran and putting her hand on his scaled arm. "This hero saved me, he should be rewarded. Not punished." Alenia glanced up at Roran and flashed a smile. She had never gotten to know a dragonborn before...

Meloon Wardragon BOT 18-Jul-21 09:56 PM

Meloon sat at the wooden bar, staring at his reflection in the mirror behind the counter. He appeared to be in a haze, lost in his own thoughts. A drop of drool hung from his bottom lip. Durnan came by with an ale in his hand and coughed, snapping Meloon out of his stupor. "Courtesy of the Tiefling at the end of the bar, Meloon." Durnan gestured at Nowhere. Meloon raised his glass to Nowhere, staring at him, eyes unblinking. After a moment, he made his way to Nowhere, his steps awkward like someone who had just learned how to walk. He stood next to Nowhere, eyes still unblinking, and stared for a few more moments before speaking. "Yes, tis I, Meloon. Force Grey are hunting for Doom Raiders loose within the city. Do you know where I might find any?" It was certainly an awkward icebreaker question. [Force Grey are a Waterdavian faction - if anyone is interested, they can speak with Meloon to find out more about side quests for this faction.]

Renaer Neverember BOT 18-Jul-21 09:57 PM

Renaer murmured to Threestrings, studying the patrons at the bar that night and pointing out different patrons at the bar. Threestrings engaged in conversation, but had his sights set on Bonnie, the barmaid. The harpers' numbers were dwindling in the city, and he was on the lookout for new magic users to recruit. His eyes fell on the wizard and the cleric making conversation at the bar. Another cleric approached, starting conversation with Viviana and leaving Rike alone with his drink. Renaer took this as his sign, and approached the elandrin. "Sir, Renaer Neverember." Renaer gave Rike a small nod. "If I may have the pleasure of buying your next round." Renaer nodded to Durnan, asking for a refill on Rike's ale. "My organization seeks just-minded magic users such as yourself. If you're interested in what we may offer, come find me and we can talk." [The Harpers are a Waterdavian faction - if anyone is interested, they can speak with Renaer or Threestrings to find out more about side quests for this faction.]

Obaya Uday BOT 18-Jul-21 09:57 PM

Obaya felt very out of place in the Yawning Portal. She did not drink, she did not get into barfights and was not looking for someone to take back to her room. However, The Order of the Gauntlet was seeking more pious individuals to join their ranks, and as odd as it seemed, this bustling center of activity was the best place to look for it. Obaya made her way towards a tiefling cleric who was sitting at the bar. When she'd finished her conversation with the elandrin next to her, she coughed lightly, seeking Viviana's attention. "My lady, what business does a righteous cleric such as yourself have in this den of villany this evening?" Obaya grinned as she took a sip of her punch, interested to hear Viviana's story.

Jalester Silvermane BOT 18-Jul-21 09:57 PM

Jalester stood on the second floor of the Yawning Portal, looking down at the bustling crowd below. The Council of Lords was always looking for adventurers to help them with keeping the peace. Jalester and his partner, Faerrel, had been among the council's most loyal mercenaries, but since Faerrel's death, Jalester seemed lost, distracted by the ghosts of his past. It was these ghosts that kept him up on the higher floors, away from the crowds, as he nursed his beverage, looking down ruefully at the action taking place below. [The Council of Lords are a Waterdavian faction - if anyone is interested, they can speak with Jalester to find out more about side quests for this faction.]

Rike BOT 19-Jul-21 08:01 AM

"Yes, busy is a word for it." he said, chuckling back. He picked up the knife and the fork from his plate and continued. "Medicine is a fascinating field, and the complexity of it never ceases to amaze me. I'm afraid I have a pretty basic knowledge of medicine, but I have the utmost respect for healers and scholars in that field. I myself am mostly interested in alchemy and magic." He put the knife down and took a sip of ale. "I've spent years trying to perfect my craft, and I'm not stopping anytime soon." He smiled, picked up the knife, and started to eat again. He noticed someone approaching them from the corner of his eye. A dark-skinned woman. She sat down next to the tiefling cleric, coughed, and started talking to her. Rike decided not to wait and finish his meal quickly. It was going to be a busy day. However, a few moments later, he heard another voice. "Sir, Renaer Neverember." He turned around. The voice belonged to red-haired man, strong and determined, judging by his face."If I may have the pleasure of buying your next round." Well, this is a pleasant surprise. He thought. "I'm Rike. That would be very kind of you. How may I be of help?" "My organization seeks just-minded magic users such as yourself. If you're interested in what we may offer, come find me and we can talk." Rike was quite surprised by the offer. "How and where can I find you, Master Renaer?" He replied. How did Renaer know Rike was a wizard? What organization? His curiosity was certainly piqued. Besides, he was in grave need of money, and if possible, a place to stay other than this circus.

hermes 19-Jul-21 09:08 AM

Nowhere's brow furrowed as he watched the stranger's peculiar actions. What the hell was wrong with him? Was he drunk? Poisoned? Bewitched? He was suddenly wishing he was a spellcaster, maybe then he'd be able to figure out what was happening or help this man. "Uh..." He leaned away from the man, grimacing. "No. Sorry. I don't. Are you feeling well, sir?" Maybe he just hit his head in combat...or had a stroke. (edited)

Viviana BOT 20-Jul-21 07:45 AM

Viviana nodded as the man explained that he was more interested in alchemy and magic. Viviana's eyes widened. "That's fascinating! Magic and alchemy are similar to the medical field. It would be interesting to see if there are any correlations between the three of them." She smiled. Learning more about medicine was Viviana's dream, but she was definitely curious to see if perhaps magic could be used to enhance the medical field! She was shaken from her thoughts by a woman who approached her and coughed. Viviana turned towards her. "Good evening, Ma'am." The woman asked her, in short, what she was doing here at the Yawning Portal. Viviana chuckled softly. She sipped her glass of ale. "Well, I've mostly just been traveling around trying to learn all that I can about the medical field. Currently, many soldiers and commoners perish if there are not enough clerics nearby, and I want to see if there is something to combat that." Viviana bit her lip and looked into her flagon of ale. "I've seen too many innocent people die for no reason other than no one was skilled enough to save them... I want... to help end that." She said, swallowing another gulp of ale. She turned to the woman. "I'm sorry, I didn't catch your name? My name is Viviana." She smiled.

Renaer Neverember BOT 20-Jul-21 06:34 PM

Renaer grinned at Rike. "Excellent - forgive me for eavesdropping, its just that I overheard you mention your interest in magic, and we are always looking for those skilled in the arcane arts to help keep the peace in this fair city. Come see myself or Threestrings over there and we'll let you know if we have any tasks we could use help with.

Meloon Wardragon BOT 20-Jul-21 06:34 PM

"Are you feeling well, sir?" - At the first mention of suspicion from Nowhere, Meloon straightened up and began acting more normal, bellowing out a hearty laugh. "My boy, of course I'm alright! Never been better! Just a haze from a couple too many ales, if you know what I mean!" Another long pause - this time instead of his eyes remaining unblinking, they were blinking very quickly, as if to convince Nowhere that he did, in fact, blink. "Anyhow, if you happen to catch wind of any Doom Raiders, do let me know. Cheers!" Meloon walked back to his seat at the bar, more smoothly then before but still with a strange gait.

Obaya Uday BOT 20-Jul-21 06:34 PM

"Viviana, a beautiful name. Forgive me for interrupting, I couldn't help but hear you talk about your study of medicine. A truly righteous task - though that ale will certainly cloud your mind!" Obaya let out a light laugh. "I am always looking for the company of adept healers. My name is Obaya Uday. I trade in rare magical items, and help prepare adventurers to enter the Undermountain." Obaya motioned towards the giant pit in the center of the tavern. "I do hope you'll stop by my table someday and say hello..." Obaya leaned in close. "...when you're not so busy with handsome eladrin men." Obaya gesured at Rike and gave Viviana a wink before returning to her table.

CieranSol 20-Jul-21 06:35 PM

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️ The peak hours are beginning at the Yawning Portal, and the bar is bustling with patrons. Nowhere, Deirona, Rike, and Viviana are at the bar. Gerla is resolving Roran's recent scuffle with some rowdy patrons, and Erin is sitting at the table with Yagra Stonefist after narrowly losing her arm wrestling match. The sounds of gamblers yelling and drunken adventurers singing bawdy songs nearly drown out the off-key strumming of a young bard. Then all the noise is eclipsed by a shout: “Ya pig! Like killin’ me mates, does ya?” Yagra, the seven-foot-tall half-orc at Erin's table, is hit by a wild, swinging punch from a male human whose shaved head is covered with eye-shaped tattoos. Four other humans stand behind him, ready to jump into the fray. The half-orc cracks her knuckles, roars, and leaps at the tattooed figure — but before you can see if blood is drawn, a crowd of spectators clusters around the brawl. What do you do?

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️ [The members of the party need to decide how they will react to this brawl. Please discuss in #deleted-channel and then create a short post, either as a group (choose one representative) or individually, when you've decided how you will react.] (edited)

Gerla Treysor's Daughter BOT 21-Jul-21 10:03 AM

The sound of the shouting caught Gerla's attention very quickly. It was hard to miss a brawl step out. She bit a lip for a moment as she hesitated. Before pushing through. Trying to get away from Roran and push towards the group who were starting to fight. She tried to push herself into the middle, to push people apart and stop the fight. Bellowing at the top of her lungs at them to stop

Viviana BOT 21-Jul-21 10:14 AM

A loud shout sounded right behind Viviana. She jumped and turned, gasping as she saw a human male punch one of the other patrons at the bar, a large half-orc woman. "Hey!! Knock it off!" Viviana shouted.

CieranSol 21-Jul-21 10:37 AM

Krentz' henchmen watch the battle, ready to jump in if necessary but letting their leader fight the battle alone. That being said, Yagra is giving Krentz a pretty good thrashing - she looks to be the likely victor in a one on one. The henchmen appear to be weaker than the members of our party, but have the advantage of numbers. (edited)

Roran Myddrin BOT 21-Jul-21 10:40 AM

Roran would quickly stand up straighter as he saw the fight break out making him sigh as he sa how uneven it was becoming. Pushing Alenia behind him so that she wouldn't become caught in the crossfire "I'll be right back." he quickly told her as his hand instinctively went to his sword just in case the fight were to become severe "what's going on?" he quickly questions as he stood next to Viviana.

Rike BOT 21-Jul-21 11:09 AM

Rike was pleased by Renaer's offer. "I will talk to Threestrings later, thank you. I hope we meet again, Master Renaer!" After Renaer left, he was alone and could eventually enjoy his drink. He took a sip, closed his eyes and savoured. Unfortunately, that peace didn't last long. What the hell is going on now? He turned around, unwillingly, and saw a different group of people fighting. A half orc was giving a bald human a beating. It was savage, not as savage as the previous fight, though. It was quite the scene, everyone was looking at them. Among them was the gigantic Dragonborn he had met before. Rike stood up, waiting for a much bigger fight to break out. He could sense it, and he knew what he had to do.

hermes 21-Jul-21 11:53 AM

Nowhere froze up, watching in surprise as the fight broke out. He flattened his back against the bar, determined to not get caught in the crossfire. This had been a very strange day and his luck did not seem to be with him. The tiefling wasn't getting into a fight that he had no stake in. But he'd gladyly watch from the sidelines.

Dr. Doooooooooooooom 21-Jul-21 01:15 PM

The warlock sighed in displeasure, handing the 2 gs to the half orc. “You won fair and square. I have to admit, your strength is unprecedented against mine. I hope to see someone such as yourself later on in my life.” She slinked off from the table to catch a drink, drinking and watching the bar maidens and the patrons milling. Then the brawl broke out between them. She sighed again, this time in relief as something fun had actually happened this time. She stood up, chugged her drink quickly and then decided who to fight, and she decided and deduced that protecting the Dragonborn was the best option, swinging at one of the men attacking the large scaly man.

Deirona BOT 21-Jul-21 01:41 PM

As yells and whatnot came forth in the bar, she rose an eyebrow. It wasn't unusual to see fights break out, she was just surprised it happened so soon. She didn't care, it wasn't her problem. Dee took the drink once offered and turned in her stool to watch, free entertainment.

CieranSol 21-Jul-21 10:12 PM

By the time Erin, Roran, Rike, and Gerla make their way over to the brawl, Krentz is quite bloodied and close to defeat. (Viviana stands behind the party, ready to lend aid if needed.) Yagra has a couple scratches but is only just getting started. The henchmen watch their leader, ready to jump in and attack Yagra as soon as Krentz is knocked out. Keep in mind that the Code Legal (see references) has severe punishments for murder. It's unlikely, and unwise, for anyone to be planning murder as the solution to a relatively inconsequential bar brawl such as this. So, what will the party choose to do? • Hold Yagra back from beating Krentz senseless? • Assist Yagra and take on the henchmen? • Assist Krentz' henchmen in taking their revenge on Yagra? • Something else?

CieranSol 22-Jul-21 08:11 PM

The first henchman, BA3, stands by the wayside, letting Krentz have his chance to finish Yagra in single combat before entering the fray to defend his boss.

Viviana BOT 23-Jul-21 07:52 AM

Viviana stood at the back of the crowd, watching to see if anyone became injured so she could assist!

CieranSol 23-Jul-21 07:54 AM

BA4 stands with his associates, watching the fight unfold.

Yagra Stonefist, dazed from Krentz previous attack, picks herself up off the floor, wiping the blood from her lip. She smiles wickedly at Krentz as she prepares to rush him. Her next attack, if successful, will surely incapacitate him.

Roran Myddrin BOT 23-Jul-21 09:01 AM

Noticing how easily the fight could become unfair by the sight of the henchmen waiting to intervene on their bosses behalf Roran would quickly step forward into the guard of the henchman closest to him before he would strike out with a scaled fist aiming for the mans face.

CieranSol 23-Jul-21 09:29 AM

Roran's scaled fist connected firmly with BA1's face, sending him stumbling backwards. The other henchmen, previously watching the fight, now turned to face the dragonborn.

CieranSol 23-Jul-21 10:30 PM

BA2 throws a punch at Roran, but misses.

BA1 also runs at Roran, but misses as well.

CieranSol 24-Jul-21 08:54 AM

Gerla strides into the middle of the brawl, bellowing:

"I am Gerla, chosen daughter of Treysor Lawgiver, stop this now!"

Krentz isn't putting up much of a fight, and his henchmen are busy dealing with Roran. Yagra, however, has no intention of stopping the battle at this moment. Gerla tries to push her back in order to prevent more bloodshed. [Gerla: enter the command !i c str to perform a strength check against Yagra.] (edited)

CieranSol 24-Jul-21 09:28 AM

Gerla came into the fray with significantly more energy than Yagra, and is successful at pushing her back from continuing the battle. Krentz stumbles to his feet, bloodied but still holding onto his pride. "You're just lucky you've got your Orc friend here keeping me from giving ya a thrashin'!" Yagra lunges for Krentz again, but Gerla is succesful at keeping them separated. Krentz turns to his henchmen, who are focused on Roran. "Ay, yeh fools! Don't start trouble you're nay prepared to get inta'!" The henchmen back away from Roran, and the pack of them head for the door. Krentz turns to Yagra and Gerla before leaving. "We not done with this, Orc. You'll be seein' me again."

Yagra Stonefist BOT 24-Jul-21 09:54 AM

Yagra brushes herself off and stands up, wiping the blood off her face. "I had him!! Did you see how close that piece of filth was from having his teeth knocked out?" She grinned at Gerla. "Well, thank you regardless. Probably would have gotten myself in a bind had I gone any further." Yagra motioned towards the city guards in the corner of the tavern, one of them raising an eyebrow at her. The guards, satisfied with the current state of affairs, turned around and walked back out, into the street. "Always good to see another orc in here. Well, usually. Well, rarely. She gave a warm chuckle to Gerla. "Yagra Stonefist, at your service."

Gerla Treysor's Daughter BOT 24-Jul-21 10:54 AM

Feeling all righteous Gerla was more distracted by fending off Yagra and keeping them apart then paying attention to Krentz. As he muttered his his slur, she turned to face where he was heading. She took a few steps ready to unleash some righteous anger and lessons when she stopped. Biting her lip. She turned and faced Yagra. "You shouldn't be solving problems with fighting. Only enough to make yourself safe. Punishments should always be done in the open. I am Gerla."

Yagra Stonefist BOT 25-Jul-21 08:56 AM

Yagra grinned at her new half-orc friend. "Aye, but sometimes its more fun. Plus Krentz and his buddies are up to no good - those Xanathar scum have tained the city at every level. You might say that I was making myself safe by giving that scum a good thrashing. I sh-"

CieranSol 25-Jul-21 08:57 AM

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️ Yagra was interrupted by shouts of alarm coming from the center of the room, where the well that led to the Undermountain lay. A hulking creature climbs up out of the shaft in the middle of the taproom — a monster with warty green skin, a tangled nest of wiry black hair, a long, carrot-shaped nose, and bloodshot eyes. As it bares its yellow teeth and howls, you can see that a half-dozen bat-like creatures are attached to its body, with three more circling above it like flies. Everyone in the tavern reacts in fear except for the barkeep, Durnan, who shouts, “Troll!” Durnan draws his greatsword, springing over the bar to confront the monster. As he charges, he calls out to the adventurers in the tavern. "I've got the big boy! Take down the stirges and then douse the Troll with lamp oil." Yagra turns to Gerla. "What were you saying about fighting to make yourself safe?" as she picked up her mace and got ready to charge one of the dirges now flying around the bar.

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[Decide if you wish to help Durnan and Yagra battle the threat from the Undermountain. Durnan has instructed you to defeat the stirges, then light the troll on fire. If you wish to join, post !i join to roll for initiative.]

CieranSol 31-Jul-21 08:14 AM

"Nowhere" was an apt description for the rogue's attack, as it came out of the shadows to attack one of the stirges. Their rapier sliced through the stirges exoskeleton, slicing it in half and sending it falling back down the pit from whence it came.

Two more stirges, alerted to the danger by the sight of their brethren tumbling down into the pit, break off from consuming the troll's blood to face the party.

hermes 31-Jul-21 08:15 PM

Nowhere eyed the remaining two Stirges, taking a step back as the tip of his tail flicked anxiously. Hoping he'd survive if they went for him at the same time.

Viviana BOT 01-Aug-21 09:40 AM

Viviana frowned, looking at striges. She normally didn’t want to get involved with fighting, but there were so many people in the tavern that could be hurt! She had to do something!! She raised her hands and cast, ‘Guiding Bolt’ at the strige closest to her. (At first level)

CieranSol 02-Aug-21 10:51 AM

A powerful bolt of energy emerged from Viviana's hands - unfortunately, her aim was off and the attack slammed into the side of the pit behind the stirge, blowing off a large chunk of stone.

Roran Myddrin BOT 02-Aug-21 10:59 AM

Roran would quickly lunge forward as he saw that Viciana's attack missed and so he quickly lunged forward with an attack of his own drawing his sword and the stabbing through his enemies breastplate.

CieranSol 02-Aug-21 11:01 AM

The sword pierced the Stirge's exoskeleton, killing it instantly and sending it falling down into the Undermountain.

CieranSol 04-Aug-21 12:26 PM

Rike's daggers slashed at another Stirge, sending it to the World Beyond. 3 of the stirges had now been vanquished, leaving the last 2 zipping around the party as Durnan battles the Troll. Durnan raised his greatsword, Grimvault, and swung it with superhuman speed, connecting directly with the Troll's leathery hide. Blood splattered across the bar as fresh wounds appeared on the Troll's torso, injuring him but also making him enraged. Ain't this gonna be a mess to clean up, Durnan mused to himself as he prepared for his next attack.

CieranSol 04-Aug-21 01:07 PM

A bolt of frost emerged from Deirona's fingers, flying towards the battle. Unfortunately, the stirge she aimed for saw the bolt at the last second, darting out of the way. The ray of frost slammed into the ball behind the Dirge, a thin layer of frost gathering on the stone.

CieranSol 04-Aug-21 01:41 PM

One of the remaining stirges lunges at Yagra, embedding its proboscis in her shoulder. The Orc yelps, tearing the insect out and taking a chunk of green skin with it. (edited)

The troll, lumbering and slow to attack, finally became vexed enough with Durnan to take a swipe. Its massive clawed hands came down, grazing Durnan's torso and tearing the cloth of his vestements.

"You little shit!" Yagra yells at the stirge that attacked her, lunging with her mace. Her first attack missed, but threw the stirge off balance. Her return attack connected squarely with the bug, vaporizing it into a cloud of blood on impact.

CieranSol 06-Aug-21 07:01 AM

Gerla charges the troll, jumping into the air and landing a perfectly placed hit square on the back of the troll's head. The troll stumbles, dazed, before turning its attention to Gerla. In the process, one of the Stirges takes advantage of the distraction to strike Gerla, slicing a fresh wound in her arm.

Only the last stirge and the Troll remain. Durnan, attempting to regain the Trolls attention, yells at the group. "Get that last stirge out of here so we can send this ugly beast down to the realms from where he came!"

CieranSol 06-Aug-21 07:49 AM

Nowhere makes a direct strike with his rapier, gutting the final Stirge and tossing its guts down into the Undermountain. Now, just the bloodied troll remained, focused on Durnan. The barkeep shouts: "Douse it in lamp oil and set it on fire so we can push it back to the caverns below! [Several flasks of oil are littered around the tavern, the remains of patrons who fled. If you choose to heed Durnan's instructions, roll !i c dex to try and toss an oil flask at the troll.]

Viviana throws an oil flask at the troll, missing it completely and sending the clay flask smashing into the rocks below.

CieranSol 06-Aug-21 08:26 AM

Roran throws a second flask, also narrowly missing the troll.

CieranSol 07-Aug-21 08:07 PM

Rike's aim is more precise, throwing a flask that connects squarely with the troll's chest. Durnan grabs a torch, throwing it at the troll and igniting the oil on it's skin. The troll, now badly wounded by the party, flails and starts falling backwards. With a single kick, Durnan pushes the Troll over the edge of the pit and its flaming body tumbles into the Undermountain below.

hermes 08-Aug-21 07:55 AM

Nowhere let out a sigh of relief and leaned himself back against the bar. Now he needed a drink.

Gerla Treysor's Daughter BOT 11-Aug-21 09:05 AM

Gerla rubbed at her arm where the beast had struck her, then looked up and around. Her eyebrows knitting together, the eyepatch hiding one of her eyes. She looked around at the group that had battled the beasts. "What was that all about?" She asked simply

CieranSol 11-Aug-21 09:22 PM

The adventurers - Deirona, Gerla, Nowhere, Rike, Roran, and Viviana - gather around Durnan, recovering from the battle with the Troll. A stout human, with a wide smiled framed by a handlebar mustache and rosy cheeks, approaches. "Amazing, Stupendous! Wonderful!" the man goes around shaking hands with each of the adventurers. “You be adventurers, am I right? I could use your help. Let’s find a table to talk, shall we?” The man walks towards a wide table, inviting the adventurers to sit with him. [Roleplay your reaction to the end of the first battle! Decide if you will join the friendly human at the table or go elsewhere in the tavern, or even explore Waterdeep itself. Now that you have all met and engaged in battle together, I hope you will stay together as a group for the adventures still to come!]

Viviana BOT 12-Aug-21 03:49 AM

Viviana wiped her brow and sighed, disappointed with her inability to really help with the fight. She widened her eyes as one of the humans in the tavern walked over and asked to speak with them about some help he needed. Viviana turned to Rike, Gerla, Roran, and Nowhere. "I think it would be interesting to see what this guy wants from us. What do you guys say? Want to go on an adventure?" The tiefling's eyes widened and shined with excitement at the thought of the knowledge and fun they could have. She grabbed Rike's hand. "Please, Rike?" She asked, her eyes meeting his.

hermes 13-Aug-21 03:08 AM

Nowhere was shocked by the friendliness of the human but shook his hand back warmly. He glanced over at his fellow tiefling, feeling slightly better to have one of his own kind around, an adventure didn't sound half bad. "I could use a few extra coin."

Volothamp Geddarm BOT 15-Aug-21 07:59 AM

Moving to a long wooden table, the man strokes his mustache, adjusts his floppy hat, and tightens his scarf. “Volothamp Geddarm, chronicler, wizard, and celebrity, at your service. I trust you’ve noted the violence in our fair city these past tendays. I haven’t seen so much blood since my last visit to Baldur’s Gate! But now I fear I have misplaced a friend amid this odious malevolence. My friend’s name is Floon Blagmaar. He’s got more beauty than brains, and I worry he took a bad way home a couple nights ago and was kidnapped — or worse. If you agree to track him down with all due haste, I can offer you ten dragons apiece now, and I can give you each ten times that when you find Floon. May I prevail upon you in my hour of need?” [Volothamp has offtered the party 10gp now and 100gp upon success to find his friend Floon. Individually, decide and reply whether or not you would like to accept this quest! You may (and SHOULD) discuss this as a party, either OOC or in the roleplay itself!]

hermes 15-Aug-21 08:31 AM

Nowhere glanced at the other adventures surrounding the table. He didn't know any of these people and wasn't sure if he could trust them. But he also wasn't about to throw away such a well paid job. "I'll look into it. Where does he live?"

Viviana BOT 18-Aug-21 05:50 AM

Viviana thought it over and nodded. "I'm in. I'll be happy to help!" Viviana turned her head and reached for Rike's hand again. "What do you think, Rike? Will you help find this man's friend with me?"

Rike BOT 19-Aug-21 05:46 AM

Rike didn't think finding someone would be a difficult task, and he could really use the coin. After a short while, he said: "Yes, count me in. I'll do what I can". He looked at Viviana, smiled at her, and held her hand. Rike did his best to ignore it, but he was feeling warm inside. (edited)

Deirona BOT 23-Aug-21 04:19 PM

She seemed skeptical of the man approaching them, her eyebrows furrowed. She had barely known anyone here and now yet another stranger comes forth asking for help. She glanced around to the others before giving her opinion. "I feel like we'll need more information. Last seen, suspected where, the likes. Where was he last?"

Gerla Treysor's Daughter BOT 25-Aug-21 11:20 AM

Gerla looked around then shrugged her shoulders. "I can help. I'd be happy to. Maybe another good deed will get him off my back. Let me unpack my things and get dressed, and I'll meet you guys down here." She headed off to grab her pack, looking for Bonnie to arrange a room.

Hawks BOT 26-Aug-21 06:29 AM

R:Having all the gear that he needed on him already Roran would simply sheath his longsword before nodding to the man. "Finding missing people is one of my few skills so I'd happily help out." he told the man leaving out how hunting monsters was also part of his creed. (edited)

Volothamp Geddarm BOT 26-Aug-21 09:29 PM

Volothamp turned to Deirona, brows furrowed. "Ye see, I may have gotten ol Floon in a spot of trouble there." Volo's eyes drifted downward, looking at the ground with a guilty stare. "I was writing my new book and had a touch of writers block, so I met 'im down at the Skewered Dragon two nights ago. Hoo boy, got wankered. Anyhow, we played cards for a bit and then parted ways. Next day, didn't see him in his usual haunts. That's the last time I saw 'em, if you're gonna take on the job i'd start my search there." Volo turned back to Deirona. "So, will you take a look for 'em?"

Deirona BOT 28-Aug-21 06:21 PM

Deirona continued to hold her ground and rose an eyebrow. "Alright. Fine, we can help then." She nodded and smiled only for a brief moment. She'd look to the group and sighed a small tad. "You all heard the man, let's start the search."

Volothamp Geddarm BOT 29-Aug-21 07:40 PM

"Excellent! I'm glad to have found such capable heroes such as yourselves." Volo grinned at the group of adventurers as he handed out 10 gold to each. "As I said, the last time I saw him was at the Skewered Dragon, so I'd start your search there. Good luck!" [Please add 10gp to each of your characters. Introduce yourselves to each other and decide how you would like to proceed.]

CieranSol 29-Aug-21 07:40 PM

Viviana BOT 01-Sep-21 08:24 AM

Viviana took the gold she had received and placed it into her pocket. Still holding Rike's hand, she turned to the other adventurers. There was an orc woman, a tiefling, a dragon born, and a high elf. "It's nice to meet you all! My name is Viviana!" She waved, smiling at the other members. "What are your names? It seems we are going to be working together on this?"

Roran Myddrin BOT 01-Sep-21 08:47 AM

After looking at the gold for a moment Roran would quickly pocket it as he smiled back at the woman giving her a slight wave "hi there the name is Roran." he would quickly replying greeting the Tiefling friendly as the large dragonborn seemed to tower over everyone else, "lets hope no one gets hurt on this quest." he says part of him hoping that this would be done before the fall moon came.

hermes 02-Sep-21 01:29 PM

Nowhere quickly pocketed his gold, glad they were already getting something out of this. He eyed each of his new companions in turn, wondering whether or not he could trust them. "You can call me Nowhere." A small mouse peaked his head out from the hood of his cloak. "And this is Nemo."

Roran Myddrin BOT 02-Sep-21 01:36 PM

Looking then man up and down Roran would quickly smile thinking that the mouse looked pretty cute. "We're going to need to call you somewhere eventually." The dragonborn joked.

Rike BOT 02-Sep-21 07:56 PM

Rike stepped forward and took the gold from Volo. "Thank you, kind sir!", then around to introduce himself. "I'm Rike. It's a pleasure to meet you all." There was Viviana, the Cleric he'd met before, the Dragonborn who introduced himself as Roran, which he had seen in action, and Nowhere, a Rogue he hadn't met before.

hermes 03-Sep-21 01:50 PM

Nowhere laughed despite himself, maybe a little socialism would be good for him after all. "Well maybe one day I'll tell you my birth name, but you'll have to earn it." He grinned, tale flicking mischievously.

Bonnie BOT 05-Sep-21 06:59 PM

In all the commotion from the troll attack, Bonnie had only just gotten to preparing a room for Gerla. She approached the group quietly, trying not t interrupt. "Miss, your room is ready. Sorry for the delay." She looked around at the rest of the table. "Will all of you need lodging for the night?"

Durnan BOT 05-Sep-21 06:59 PM

Durnan was picking up the fragments of metal and wood that sprinkled the bartop as he cleaned up the bar while patrons began filling back into the tavern. He looked up at Bonnie's prior words. "Tonight's stay is on me, adventurers. For your assistance with our troll friend this evening."

Roran Myddrin BOT 06-Sep-21 12:26 AM

Not having all that much money on his hands Roran was about to deny the room, his plan was to just sleep outside for tonight and save his money. But Durnan's words were quick to make him smile lightly "thank you, that means a lot." he told the man gratefully as he turned towards Bonnie. "I could use a room if you wouldn't mind." he told her smiling at her as he slowly took her hands in his "although with these cold months approaching I think I'd much rather spend my night with you." he flirted leaning forward to kiss her hands.

Gerla Treysor's Daughter BOT 07-Sep-21 03:01 AM

Gerla smiled and nodded to Bonnie. Her eye looking around the room again. "Thank you Bonnie, and Durnan. I need to get a few things ready, and have some..." She shivered at the word about to leave her lips. "Meditation. But I'll be back down here in the morning. And we'll get this sorted out."

hermes 07-Sep-21 02:33 PM

Nowhere nodded at Bonnie, glad for the offer of a free room. He didn't fancy sleeping in another alley. "Please, thank you ma'am."

Viviana BOT 08-Sep-21 03:09 AM

Viviana nodded as everyone decided that tomorrow was going to be the day that they went looking for the man's friend. She turned to Rike, her cheeks still slightly red. "C-Could we share a room?"

Vava 08-Sep-21 03:09 AM

@Geraldo "Mando" del Rivero

Rike BOT 09-Sep-21 07:15 PM

Rike took a moment to think. His room was a mess. There were ancient scripts all over the floor. Fortunately for him, Viviana was also a scholar, and he had been enjoying her company. "Of course, I would love to," replied Rike. "Fair warning, though: It's gonna need some cleaning up. Follow me, kind lady," he smiled at Viviana, turned around, and lead the way.

Viviana BOT 10-Sep-21 04:04 AM

Viviana blushed hard but followed Rike. She turned and waved to the group. "See you all in the morning!!" She turned back to Rike and continued up the steps to his room.

hermes 10-Sep-21 04:20 PM

Nowhere gave Viviana a small wave, surprised people in the party were already partnering up. Good for them he thought to himself, giving a small nod to what remained of the party before heading towards his room.

CieranSol 13-Sep-21 07:12 PM

The evening passes without any further events. Volo socializes more with the party, giving them directions to the Skewered Dragon before heading out. The adventurers retired to their rooms for their complimentary stay at The Yawning Portal. It is the next morning, and Durnan walks down to the tavern floor, taking the stools and chairs down from the tables and getting ready to serve breakfast. Off in the distance, the sound of crackling bacon can be heard as the tavern chef prepares breakfast for the hundreds of patrons that will soon pour into its doors. Upstairs, our adventurers have been fast asleep. Sunlight pours in from the tall windows that surround the tavern, casting light of different hues and brightness onto the tavern floor. WIth only one or two early birds at the bar, the only sound that can be heard is the roaring echo coming from the maw in the center of the tavern, opening to the undermountain. [Our adventurers should meet downstairs when they are ready. Please state if you wish to head directly to the Skewered Dragon, or if you have business elsewhere in the city.]

Viviana BOT 14-Sep-21 08:42 AM

In the morning, Viviana came down from the room she had shared with Rike. She rubbed her eyes and yawned. It appeared that she was the only adventurer awake at this time! She went to the bar and ordered a glass of wine and some meats and eggs for the others for when they would be down. As the order was placed, Viviana paid the proper amount, and then headed back to a table.

Rike BOT 15-Sep-21 07:24 AM

Rike opened his eyes, realizing he had a faint smile on his face. A rare occurrence. The room was still dark. He closed his eyes again... He had almost fallen asleep when a random thought crossed his mind. Viviana... she wasn't there. He wasn't fully awake yet but he could remember the warmth, the softness of her body, her scent... The first thing he saw downstairs was Viviana sitting at a table, probably waiting for a drink or breakfast. There was no one else around, except the bartender. He needed a copious amount of beer to drown the grogginess, a controversial solution among his peers. There was also a stinging sensation on his neck, and we he was well aware what they were: bite marks. Rike felt himself blush... even more beer was needed now. He ordered two pints and turned around, walking toward Viviana. "Why are you up so early? You have something to do before we head to the... er... the Sacred Dragon, was it?"

Viviana BOT 15-Sep-21 07:28 AM

Viviana looked up as she saw Rike approach, two pints of beer in his hand and several bite marks on his neck. She giggled softly, her own cheeks heating with blush. She scooted over so he could sit with her. As he sat down, she scooted back so she was pressed against his side. "I am ready to head out once the others are. Did you sleep well?" She asked, smirking sweetly at him. Her eyes shined mischievously as she gazed up at him.

Bonnie BOT 15-Sep-21 08:51 AM

Bonnie blushed, smiling sweetly at the dragonborn. "I'm flattered, sir. But you knows the rules, you don't shit where ye eat!" Bonnie let out a hearty laugh. "Now, up to your quarters, sir - i'll be down here in the morning waiting for another kiss on me hand!" If she was being honest with herself, Bonnie wouldn't have minded a night with a dragon. Perhaps if he became a regular patron, a relationship could blossom... (edited)

Roran Myddrin BOT 15-Sep-21 09:29 AM

Roran would have smiled at the barmaid as he heard her response, yes she did turn him down she seemed to take it well. Maybe things would change with time. Also her response was pretty funny, he liked her laugh. He nodded to her making one last goodbye bow to her before he retired to his chambers. It was getting late and he didn't want to come off too strong. When he woke up Roran would quickly groan as he pulled himself off the bed, his dreams were filled of the monsters that he had killed as he felt his body tense a little from the bad dream. Slowly he would pull himself downstairs feeling his stomach growl in hunger. Making his way over to the others from before Roran would sigh as he stretched feeling his body ache "if only those beds were bigger." he mumbled before making his way over to Bonnie as he caught a glance of her. "so how did you sleep?" he asked her with a small smile as he placed his scaled hand onto the table leaning towards her as he hoped that it wasn't going to break under his weight.

hermes 15-Sep-21 06:35 PM

Nowhere woke up well rested and in a better mood than he'd been in in weeks. Amazing what a good night's rest could do. He got himself presentable and ready for their adventure at hand before heading downstairs. The teifling felt his stomach growl when he smelled breakfast. Remembering he actually had some coin and could afford a good meal, he brightened up more and made his way to his new travel companions. "Morning..."

Gerla Treysor's Daughter BOT 21-Sep-21 03:33 AM

Gerla settled in for the night. But she didn't spend all of it sleeping. She first unfolded a small sheet on the ground and knelt down. Her armour weapons spread around her. A simple white shift that she put a lot of effort into cleaning covering her body. The green feet bare to the world. She stayed like that in meditation for a long while in the room, before she settled down to sleep. About an hour before Dawn she was up, heading down to the main room of the inn. This time dressed in her armour. Shining bright in the morning. Polished to a mirror shine. "Morning. How are you all?"

Volothamp Geddarm BOT 21-Sep-21 06:54 PM

As the 5 adventurers gathered, Volothomp entered the bar, meeting their gazes and making a beeline for the table. "Adventurers! Fantastic. Floon is so close I can almost strangle him myself!" Volo let out a hearty belly laugh at his own joke, waving down Bonnie as she passed the table. "A full breakfast for these adventurers, on my tab!" He turned back to the party. "Now, is there anything you need from me? Otherwise I'm late to a book fair in the trades ward."

Roran Myddrin BOT 22-Sep-21 02:41 AM

Roran stretched as he saw the food that they were offered, he was starving then again he was pretty much always hungry nowadays. "thanks for the food." he said to the man before he took his own seat quickly devouring his plate of food. "so what's our plan to try and search for the missing person?" he asked them hoping that they had someone with scrying magic in their party.

hermes 22-Sep-21 01:22 PM

Nowhere happily started eating, concentrating on any breakfast meats he could get his hands on. "Seems to me we should try and retrace his steps before he went missing?"

Roran Myddrin BOT 22-Sep-21 01:28 PM

Hearing what Nowhere had said Roran quickly nodded as he sat up a little becoming a little more serious "is there anyone that was close to him that could tell us about him?" He asked Volothamp as he drew on his prior experience hoping that things wouldn't be like the normal missing person cases that he had experienced. This was his first time striking out alone without the order and they're cases tended to have them run into people that had been used as blood bags or test subjects. "the man could have been meeting with irregular people or staying out late at night." Roran pointed out.

Volothamp Geddarm BOT 22-Sep-21 07:21 PM

Volo turned to Roran. "Aye, I'm probably your best resource fer that. Floon and I go way back, in fact thats why we found ourselves there at the dragon. I'd be lyin if I said we weren't hammered by the time I left Floon. That was the last I saw of him, on the way out. The Skewered Dragon ain't exactly the peak of popularity if ye catch my drift - everyone there's a regular, might wanna try and get friendly and find out if anyone's seen somethin."

CieranSol 28-Sep-21 09:52 AM

With that, the group sets out from the tavern, headed for The Skewered Dragon. As you turn a corner, you find yourselves on a street that has been cordoned off by the City Watch. Lying on the cobblestones are a half-dozen corpses, seemingly the victims of some terrible skirmish. Watch officers have disarmed and arrested three blood-drenched humans and are in the midst of questioning witnesses. One of the officers sees you. “Get on,” she says. “Nothing to see here.”

Roran Myddrin BOT 29-Sep-21 02:39 AM

Noticing the bodies Roran frowned before he walked over towards the scene of the crime, the stench of death filled the air bringing back some of his less sweet memories. "we're searching for a missing person. do you mind if I at least give the bodies a quick look? I might be able to tell you whether or not something unnatural id this." he said to the officer hoping that he could get past the guards.

hermes 29-Sep-21 08:33 PM

Nowhere hung back. He knew he'd be too small to easily see through the crowd, and he wasn't a fan of the City Watch. The tip of his tail flicked nervously as he watched Roran take the lead.

Viviana BOT 30-Sep-21 05:33 AM

Viviana yelped as she saw the dead bodies. She had been taken by surprise when they stumbled upon them! Viviana frowned as the officer tried to wave them away. "Nothing to see? There's six corpses! We're looking for someone. Can we at least make sure who we are looking for isn't amongst these corpses?" She stepped up with Roran, her eyes meeting the officers.

Rike BOT 01-Oct-21 05:27 AM

The iron tang of blood filled the air. Rike looked at the corpses lying there in pools of their blood. Slashed faces, torn clothes, faces distorted with fear. He felt a sucking feeling in his gut. That low feeling he used to get whenever he had to fight for his life. Rike wasn't the one to back down, however. Six corpses and a missing person couldn't have been unrelated events. He let his Roran and Viviana do the talking while he considered his options. It would be great if he could talk to one of the witnesses later. But first, he had to take a closer look at the bodies.

CieranSol 02-Oct-21 08:07 AM

Roran and Viviana push their way to the front of the crowd, trying to get a better look at the bodies and figure out if its related to their missing person - however, the City Watch are persistent, not letting anyone near the scene of the crime. The three criminals in shackles give cold stares to the bystanders, unashamed of the proof of guilt splattered across their faces. The identity of the bodies is unclear, though none of them match the description of Floon provided by Volo. Perhaps something about the bodies, or the discussion of the city guard, might tell you more about the scene of this crime... 1️⃣ To inspect the bodies or eavesdrop on the guards, indicate that you are doing so and roll for perception in #deleted-channel : !c perception 2️⃣ Otherwise, indicate that you would like to continue on through the Dock Ward.

JackWhite 02-Oct-21 08:25 AM

ignoring the criminals Roran dismissed them seeming to not care about the stares that they gave them before he turned back to the bodies his eyes analysing the dead bodies with a sense of detachment as he looked for clues.

CieranSol 02-Oct-21 08:41 AM

Viviana's acute hearing picks up some murmurs from the city guards standing in front of the criminals: "...more Zhentarim thugs, what a surprise. Let's go ahead an-..." The guards walk off with the criminals and their voices fade into the background of the bustling city. Roran studied the criminals, as well as the bodies being taken away. The three men had tattoos bearing the mark of the Zhentarim guild, as well as several corpses. However, some of the corpses bore a different tattoo - the eye of the Xanathar Guild, the same mark that had been seen on the thugs the previous night in the skirmish with Yagra. This appeared to be the result of a skirmish between the two criminal organizations. 1️⃣ Unless there is any further investigation you'd like to make, we will proceed to the Dock Ward.

CieranSol 07-Oct-21 07:07 AM

The Dock Ward Tall, densely packed tenements leave most of the neighborhood in shadow at ground level. Most of the streetlamps have had their glass smashed and their candles stolen, and the smells of salt air and excrement linger as you pass by rows of run-down buildings. (edited)

One nearby shop stands out from the others. It has a deep purple facade, and in its window hangs a stuffed beholder. Above the door hangs a sign whose elaborate letters spell out “Old Xoblob Shop.” (edited)

CieranSol 07-Oct-21 08:06 PM

The party decides to enter the Old Xoblob Shop.

A cloud of lavender-scented purple smoke trails out of the shop’s door as you peer inside. Every wall is painted purple, and every dusty knickknack on the shelves is dyed a deep violet. The hairless old gnome sitting cross-legged on the counter wears plum-colored robes. His cheeks are decorated with nine purple face-painted eyes. The gnome lowers a pipe and exhales a cloud of lavender smoke before raising a hand. “Hail and well met! Come browse the shelves of the most curious curiosity shop in the world!”

The party can: • Look around the shop • Ask about Floon • Continue on to the Skewered Dragon If no actions are taken, the party will continue to The Skewered Dragon in 48 hours. (edited)

hermes 08-Oct-21 08:54 AM

Nowhere idly wandered around the shop, glancing at the various curios with curiosity. "Has anyone come into your store that fits this description?" (He gives him the description of Floon given to them by Volo, sorry I couldn't remember what he looks like. )

Viviana BOT 08-Oct-21 04:00 PM

Viviana glanced at the items in the shop, wandering around each aisle, her hand holding Rike's still. "Should we stock up on supplies while we are here?" She asked Rike quietly.

hermes

Nowhere idly wandered around the shop, glancing at the various curios with curiosity. "Has anyone come into your store that fits this description?" (He gives him the description of Floon given to them by Volo, sorry I couldn't remember what he looks like. )

CieranSol 09-Oct-21 08:04 AM

The gnome takes another puff from his pipe, violet wisps drifting into the room. "Floon? No, never heard of him." Upon hearing Nowhere's description, the gnomes face turns a bit pale and his tone becomes nervous. "You know they sound a bit familiar...b-but I'm just not sure w-where." Roll for Intimidation or Persuasion (!c intimidation or !c perception) to try and force the gnome's tongue. Or perhaps, if you had something purple to offer him...

Viviana

Viviana glanced at the items in the shop, wandering around each aisle, her hand holding Rike's still. "Should we stock up on supplies while we are here?" She asked Rike quietly.

CieranSol 09-Oct-21 08:16 AM

The tiny gnome called out to Viviana in a cheerful, squeaky voice. "Let me know if you see something you like, dear! Just a couple gold pieces each." Your eyes glance at the items on the shelves and their tags: • A 1-inch cube, each side painted a different color. 2gp • A silver skull the size of a coin. 3gp • A bronze pentacle with an etching of a rat's head in the center. 5gp • A multicolored stone disk, 4gp • A tooth from an unknown beast, 6gp

hermes

Nowhere idly wandered around the shop, glancing at the various curios with curiosity. "Has anyone come into your store that fits this description?" (He gives him the description of Floon given to them by Volo, sorry I couldn't remember what he looks like. )

CieranSol 09-Oct-21 08:21 AM

Nowhere continues to question the gnome, successfully deducing that there is more to his response than meets the eye. "I...I saw him attacked. Right outside the shop here." The gnome gestures towards the alleyway outside the shop windows. About five men in black leather armor. One of them had a tattoo of a winged snake on his neck [the same tattoo as the Zhentarim thugs the party saw earlier being apprehended]. I don't know any more than that."

hermes 09-Oct-21 08:24 AM

A spark of confidence lit in Nowhere's chest. Maybe he was cut out for this adventuring stuff after all. Definitely beat stealing and narrowing avoiding the hangman noose. "Thank you. Did you see them take him? Or did he manage to wander off on his own?"

CieranSol 12-Oct-21 03:27 PM

The gnome furrowed his brow in frustration. "The man you describe - he was with someone, someone I didn't recognize. They were jumped by about five men who took them off around the corner. I didn't see more than that. Can you see a fellow like me giving chase to a bunch of thugs?" Suggested Actions 1️⃣ Continue discussion with Floon 2️⃣ Purchase one of the trinkets on the shelves 3️⃣ Continue on to the Skewered Dragon If no further actions are taken, the party will continue on to the Skewered Dragon in 24 hours.

Viviana BOT 12-Oct-21 03:32 PM

Viviana glanced at the items on the wall and cast, 'Detect Magic.'

Viviana

Viviana glanced at the items on the wall and cast, 'Detect Magic.'

CieranSol 12-Oct-21 03:38 PM

The items all glow softly with a residual magical effect. They have all been used in magical circumstances, but none of the objects are directly magical, themselves.

Viviana BOT 12-Oct-21 03:40 PM

Viviana frowned for a moment, disappointed that the items were not magical. Still holding Rike's hand, she turned to the gnome. "You saw five guys chasing the man down the alley, and then...nothing? No screams? No yelling? Did you get a good look at the men?"

Viviana

Viviana frowned for a moment, disappointed that the items were not magical. Still holding Rike's hand, she turned to the gnome. "You saw five guys chasing the man down the alley, and then...nothing? No screams? No yelling? Did you get a good look at the men?"

CieranSol 12-Oct-21 03:56 PM

"No..no, I didn't get a good look at them. They were all dressed in black outfits with their faces covered. I saw one of them had a tattoo on their neck, a winged snake [the same Zhentarim tattoo seen on the thugs earlier]."

Viviana BOT 12-Oct-21 03:58 PM

Viviana tapped her chin, humming to herself as she thought about it. Suddenly, she gasped. Quietly, Viviana whispered, "Three of the thugs had that tattoo. Maybe...Maybe Floon killed some of them?"

hermes 12-Oct-21 05:03 PM

"Or offended their gang in some other way... hopefully they didn't just kill him and dump the corpse somewhere. I wonder if maybe we could find out what hideouts, if any, they have in the area...or other gangmembers we can interrogate."

CieranSol 15-Oct-21 08:40 PM

The adventurers continue on from the Old Xoblob Shop. The gnome waves from the front door. "Don't be strangers! And let me know if you come across any purple items!" He closes the door and can be seen through the windows shuffling back to the rear of the shop, disappearing into a cloud of purple fog. The group finally reaches their destination. The Skewered Dragon looks like a ruin. Both of its front-facing windows are smashed, and a ship’s anchor is lodged in the roof. Through the windows, you can see a group of haggard patrons drinking from huge tankards. Suggested Actions 1️⃣ Talk to the patrons.

Viviana BOT 18-Oct-21 03:11 PM

Viviana walked into The Skewered Dragon, her eyes roaming around the bar. "Let's go talk to those guys. They look like they may know more about Floon." Without another thought, Viviana goes to talk to the haggard patrons.

CieranSol 18-Oct-21 08:49 PM

Viviana walks over to a gruff seaman at the bar, wearing a heavy rugged coat. Instead of a greeting, the man simply grunts at her and turns back to his bottle of alcohol. Getting information out of these patrons is not going to be a walk in the park. Players who would like to speak with the bar patrons, roll for Intimidation or Persuasion (!check persuasion or intimidation).

Roran Myddrin BOT 19-Oct-21 10:10 AM

Shaking his head to clear his thoughts Roran slowly stretched as he tried to ignore his thoughts from before, thinking about the past would help no one here. Steeling himself he forced himself to focus back on their task at hand. "I'll help you to try and talk to them." he told her as he walked over to the patrons.

CieranSol 20-Oct-21 07:43 PM

Roran and Viviana begin to question the patrons. At first their responses are short and unhelpful, but Roran and Viviana are both very persuasive in their own unique ways and they finally find a tipsy dockworker in the corner with loose lips. "Aye, saw him here the other night with Volo and Renaer." The man continues to nurse his tankard. Suggested Actions 1️⃣ try and get more information from the dockworker 2️⃣ speak with other patrons (edited)

CieranSol 25-Oct-21 08:46 PM

Just then, Volo comes running up to the group, panting. "Oh! I'm glad I caught up with you." He looks at the dockworker with a haughty sneer. Following behind him are a high elf and a dragonborn. "Some new adventurers for your party." Volo, the adventurers, and the dockworkers all stare at each other in an awkward moment of silence before Volo speaks again. "Well, I'd best be leaving you all to figure this out. Good luck!" Suggested Actions 1️⃣ Continue to speak with the dockworker about Floon

Ofnir Vanderhelm BOT 26-Oct-21 04:03 AM

Ofnir would look around, studying the surroundings. He was a tall. And muscular dragonbore, that dawned red scales all over his body, accented by yellow reptilian eyes. His underbelly scales were baige in color, which spread underneath his leather armor. On his belt hung two longswords, their leather sheaths looking worn from long use.

Viviana BOT 27-Oct-21 06:19 AM

Viviana frowned a little as the men said that they saw Floon with Volor and Renaer. "Did they go anywhere? Any details would be really helpful."

CieranSol 27-Oct-21 06:26 AM

The man with the tankard pointed the tankard in Volo's general direction as he walks away. "Aye, that's right he was 'ere with him that night! Then Volo there left just like e's leavin right now. Yea ye heard me!" The man shouted drunkenly at Volo, who gave him another dirty look as he walked out of the dilapidated bar. "I saw em leave around 2 in the mornin, but they werent alone - some Zhentarim regulars followed them out. Can't say anymore than that..." the drunken man approaches Viviana, his breath stinking of ale. "...unless ye've got a little somethin in it for me, li'l lady." The man grins at Viviana and it is clear that several of his front teeth are missing or rotted. (edited)

Viviana BOT 29-Oct-21 03:35 AM

Viviana tapped her chin as she thought about what the man said. "Some Zhentarim followed them out..." As the man suddenly got up and approached her, she glared up at him. Suddenly, she got an idea. "Oh, I think I do..." She said softly. Her right knee swiftly lifted and connected with the man's groin.

CieranSol 29-Oct-21 07:49 PM

The man doubles over in pain, clutching his groin. "Ohhhhh! You'll pay for that one, li'l lady..." as he approaches Viviana. Seeing the two dragonborn towering behind her, he thinks twice before proceeding. "Those Zhentarim, they've got a warehouse down on Candle Lane. If you've seen their symbol by now, you'll recognize it on the building." The man stands upright, nursing his abdomen. "If you were lookin for Floon, I'd start lookin fer him there. And I wouldn't be surprised if you found Renaer along with 'em." Suggested Actions 1️⃣ Go to Candle Lane and search for the warehouse 2️⃣ Talk to some more of the patrons in the Skewered Dragon

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Viviana BOT 01-Nov-21 03:27 AM

Viviana smirked as the man crumpled to the ground. She smacked her hands together as if brushing off dust. "Hmph. That's what you get." She turned over to her team mates and nodded towards the door. "Should we go to Candle Lane? I think that's our best chance of finding Floon!"

hermes 05-Nov-21 03:07 AM

Nowhere watched in amazement at the swift and just violence nodding his head. "Great idea."

Rike BOT 05-Nov-21 03:34 AM

Rike, desperate for a drink, couldn't help himself when they entered The Skewered Dragon. So, he left the companions to quench his thirst. He ordered two tankards of ale and drained one with ease. He was savoring the warm sensation in his gut when he heard a muffled groan. He turned his head, watching a man writhing in pain on the ground in front of Viviana. He tossed a coin on the counter and rejoined the group, in case he was needed.

JackWhite 05-Nov-21 05:26 AM

RM: Roran had stood on guard when the violence had started his arms crossing over his chest as he got ready to deal with any potential fight that may have started. His nails dug into his skin ready to draw some of his blood to cast a curse, but when the man stood down he slowly relaxed. He nodded to the group as he re-joined them his hand resting on the handle for his sword.

Ofnir Vanderhelm BOT 08-Nov-21 09:57 AM

ofnir looked around the group, still slightly confused at the happenings. He decided it would be best if he quietly introduced himself to the nearest party member. He cleared his throat before finally speaking, tapping thr nearest individual to him on the shoulder. "Sorry to interrupt, but I would like to introduce myself. Yoy may call me Ofnir. I was informed that you were in need of some muscle for a job? I'm not to sure of the details but I was directed to your group with... rather vague details. Anyways.. im a swordsman, magic isn't my Strongsville, but I can do a lot of other things.." he stated with a shrug looking at the individual. With his yellow reptilian eyes.

Peryarus Lathalas BOT 09-Nov-21 07:16 AM

Per wanted to say she felt bad for the patron, of he didn't deserve what he just gotten. Covering her mouth, she gave her best not to chuckle, which she miraculously managed. That would have been a bad first impression to the group. As the other newcomer introduced himself, Pery figured it would be the best time to do just follow up with her own introduction. "Peryarus Lathalas. Glad to make everyone's acquaintance. I'll have your back in case you need magic getting the job done." Amongst the chaos of the inn, Pery's voice pierced with a certain calmness to it.

Peryarus Lathalas BOT 09-Nov-21 07:26 AM

"If I may..." Pery continued on. "I'd recommend some of us could try to squeeze some more information from the patrons. I can be... quite persuasive at times." The high-elf smiled so innocently, her expression told the story about of the undertone of her message by itself.

Roran Myddrin BOT 09-Nov-21 08:51 AM

Hearing Peryarus's idea Roran was quick to nod at her, his persuasiveness was very lacking so at a this wasn't really the work that he would be all that useful in. What he was skilled in however was monster hunting and well you couldn't track a monster without learning to be observant. "I would be much more useful in the warehouse then in here." He said with a nod before turning towards Ofnir a small smile on his face. "It's good to see another sword fighter here." he hummed lifting up his longsword to show it to the fellow dragonborn.

Ofnir Vanderhelm BOT 09-Nov-21 08:57 AM

Ofnir smirked a bit, another swordsman, a dragonborn too, nonetheless! He would nod crossing his arms before responding. "Indeed, hope we get to work together in battle soon brother! If you wish, I would be glad to accompany you to the warehouse. As you said, were both better looking for clues however... whst exactly are we looking for? "He said unfolding his arm, placing his left hand on the hilt of his sheathed sword on his left waist. He turned to the side to look at the rest of the group, awaiting to see what they wish to do.

Roran Myddrin BOT 09-Nov-21 09:16 AM

Roran sheathed his longsword before he continued to speak happy to answer the guys question. "We've been hired to find a missing person, if we can't find the man living then we should at least to our best to find out what happened to the man." He explained a cynical frown on his face as he thought of all the missing person jobs that he had done on the job. Right now he had wished that he packed some holy water or silvered his blade. "We just got to be careful, we don't know who or what has taken the man."

Ofnir Vanderhelm BOT 09-Nov-21 09:34 AM

ofnir looked at him tilting his head down slightly, then looked at the floor, bringing his right hand up to his own chin. Gently racking his index fingers' claw against his scaley chin. "Hmm.. I see thank you for filling me in. Come to think of it, I remember seeing a few of those posted up around town. Do we think they are all related?" He said looking up at the other dragonborn, dropping his right hand to his side.

CieranSol 14-Nov-21 05:57 PM

Peryarus and the other adventurers agree to split up. The wizard stays at the bar, looking for other patrons to question. In the corner, a group of men are drinking rowdily and playing Three-Dragon Ante.

The rest of the group exits the bar and continues to Candle Lane. The buildings on either side of the lane are so tall and so tightly packed together that light touches the street only at high sun. Gloom envelops a narrow alley as dark as a dungeon — and as odorous as one, too. Nearly all the streetlamps have been smashed. The only light that pierces the darkness is a faint flickering from down the lane, like a distant candle. Suggested Actions - Peryarus 1️⃣ Talk to the other patrons 2️⃣ Join the rest of the group Suggested Actions - Group 1️⃣ Investigate the source of light (edited)

Viviana BOT 16-Nov-21 06:22 AM

Viviana had gone with the ground to Candle Lane. As she spotted the light, she stopped, pointing towards it. "What's that?" Still holding Rike's hand, she tugged him towards it. "Let's go check it out." She said eagerly. She begins to head towards the light. @Geraldo "Mando" del Rivero

Peryarus Lathalas BOT 16-Nov-21 08:52 AM

It seemed as though all of the group had left for Candle lane, leaving Pery to care for herself. Not a problem, she wasn't new to this. She seethed her dagger in the pocket on the back of her trousers, scanning the Inn for other potential sources of info.

JackWhite 17-Nov-21 02:11 AM

Rm: Joining the others on the way to Candle Lane Roran sighed covering his nose as he noticed the fowl stench his supernatural senses making it all the more noticeable before he stretched his limbs placing his hands down on the handle of his long sword. "Your right something seems off about this place anyone brought holy water with them or anything like that?" He asked the group.

Rike BOT 17-Nov-21 06:37 AM

Viviana had gone with the ground to Candle Lane. As she spotted the light, she stopped, pointing towards it. "What's that?" Still holding Rike's hand, she tugged him towards it. "Let's go check it out." She said eagerly. She begins to head towards the light. @Geraldo "Mando" del Rivero

@Viviana (@Vava) - jump Rike followed Viviana to look check out the light, holding his dagger in one hand behind him just in case. "Slow down for a second," he said. "This sounds suspicious. Do you have a weapon? If not, you can have one of knives."

CieranSol 26-Nov-21 11:02 AM

Viviana, Rike, Nowhere, and Roran are on their guard at Candle Lane. On closer inspection, the lone source of light appears to be intentional, glowing with a decidedly magical aura. Directly across the street from the lamp sits a warehouse. Tracks in and out of the building appear to be relatively fresh, suggesting recent activity. The light from the lamp casts a spotlight on a symbol above the door's handle, that of a black winged snake. Suggested Actions 1️⃣ Enter the warehouse 2️⃣ Inspect the light more carefully 3️⃣ Inspect the symbol above the door Meanwhile, back at the Skewered Dragon, Peryarus hovers near the other patrons, searching for one who might be a source of info as to the events of the previous night. The discussion of some of the patrons turns to a man at the bar the night before: Renaer Neverember the son of one of Waterdeep's open lords. "Chip off the block, that one!" sneers a patron. "Just another spoiled, rich noble who likes to rub our noses in it!" says another. Suggested Actions: Peryarus 1️⃣ Try and learn more about Renaer 2️⃣ Join the rest of the party on Candle Lane